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Apogee Instruments MQ-500 - User Manual

Apogee Instruments MQ-500
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APOGEE INSTRUMENTS, INC. | 721 WEST 1800 NORTH, LOGAN, UTAH 84321, USA
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OWNERS MANUAL
QUANTUM METER
Models MQ-500
Rev: 1-Jun-2021
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Apogee Instruments MQ-500 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeQuantum Sensor
Measurement Range0 to 4000 µmol m⁻² s⁻¹
Spectral Range400 to 700 nm
Calibration Uncertainty± 5%
Accuracy± 5%
RepeatabilityLess than 0.5 %
Response TimeLess than 1 ms
Field of View180°
Operating Temperature Range0 to 50 °C
Operating Environment0 to 50 °C
Non-linearityLess than 1 %
Relative Humidity Range0 to 100 %
Output0-2.5 V DC

Summary

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE

INTRODUCTION

SENSOR MODELS

SPECIFICATIONS

Spectral Response

Describes sensor's response across different wavelengths.

Temperature Response

Details how sensor readings change with temperature.

Cosine Response

Explains sensor accuracy at different radiation incidence angles.

DEPLOYMENT AND INSTALLATION

Mounting Accessories

Covers leveling plates, brackets, and sensor wands for mounting.

BATTERY INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT

OPERATION AND MEASUREMENT

SPECTRAL ERROR ANALYSIS

YIELD PHOTON FLUX DENSITY (YPFD) MEASUREMENTS

IMMERSION EFFECT CORRECTION FACTOR

APOGEE AMS SOFTWARE

MAINTENANCE AND RECALIBRATION

Clear Sky Calculator Tool

Tool to estimate PPFD for recalibration checks.

TROUBLESHOOTING AND CUSTOMER SUPPORT

Verify Functionality

Basic steps to check if the meter is working correctly.

Battery Life and Replacement

Information on battery status and replacement procedures.

Master Reset Procedure

Steps to perform a master reset on the meter.

ADDITIONAL TECHNICAL NOTES

Error Codes and Fixes

Explains common error codes and their solutions.

Cable Length Modification

Guidance on extending sensor cable length.

Unit Conversion Charts

Information on converting units for sensor readings.

RETURN AND WARRANTY POLICY

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