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Agrosta 100USB - User Manual

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AGROSTA®100 USB
DIGITAL FIRMNESS INSTRUMENT
13 Rue du Bastringue 76440 SERQUEUX - FRANCE
lak@agrosta.org - www.agro-technology.co.uk Tel +33 689494340
The Agrosta®100USB is a durometer that measures without destroying the hardness of
fruits, vegetables,
And of different farm-products, agro-industrial products and foodstuffs
Congratulations for having acquired an AGROSTA®100 USB!
Your box contains:
- The device itself composed by the Usb box with pug, and a the sensor
- The software to be installed (On a CD)
- The sensor according to your requirements
- The manual
Mark and patent registered.
Designed and manufactured by AGROSTA
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Agrosta 100USB Specifications

General IconGeneral
CategoryFruit Firmness Tester
Data OutputUSB
Measuring Range0-100 N
Resolution0.1 N
Accuracy+/- 0.5% F.S.
Penetrometer Tip Diameter8 mm
PowerRechargeable battery

Summary

Starting and Installing Software

Software Installation and Device Connection

Install software, connect device, and ensure computer recognition for proper operation.

Launching and Configuring Software

Launch the software, select the correct COM port for device communication and verify with a test measure.

Sensor Calibration (Free Position)

Position the sensor correctly and record the free work position for calibration purposes.

Measuring Without Recording

Performing Measurements

Measure fruit firmness by pressing the sensor until the abutment, then read the displayed value.

Start a New Batch with Recording

Batch and Fruit Information Entry

Enter a batch name and complementary fruit information before starting a new measurement session.

Initiating a Recording Session

Click 'START' to begin recording measurements for the specified batch and fruit.

Measurement Count per Fruit

Select the number of measurements to perform on each fruit to determine the average value.

Executing and Saving Measurements

Executing Measurements

Perform the actual firmness measurements on the fruits as guided by the software interface.

Ending a Batch and Viewing Results

Click 'END' to finish the batch, which displays a graph of the recorded measurements.

Data Storage (CSV Files)

Access recorded data in Excel compatible (.csv) format from the specified save folder.

Graph and Statistics Storage

Locate generated graphs and statistical reports in the designated Agrosta folder.

Consult Previous Batches

Accessing and Deleting Batches

Use the 'ACCESS TO BATCHES' button to view, open data, open graphs, or delete past measurement batches.

Viewing Batch Data and Graphs

Open .csv files with Excel or view graphs using associated software by clicking respective buttons.

Self Calibration

Calibration Check Procedure

Verify calibration by pressing the sensor tip firmly on a hard surface, aiming for >96% reading.

Cleaning

Cleaning the Sensor Tip and Parts

Pull the abutment, remove the tip, and clean parts with hot water, soap, and a wet tissue.