IMKO SONO-VARIO Xtreme User Manual

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SONO-VARIOStandard for general fine Bulk Goods like Sand
SONO-VARIOXtreme for very high abrasive Goods like Gravel and Grit
SONO-VARIOLD for low Density Materials like Grain and Woodchips
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User Manual
SONO-VARIO

IMKO SONO-VARIO Xtreme Specifications

General

Category	Measuring Instruments
Manufacturer	IMKO
Product Name	SONO-VARIO Xtreme
Protection class	IP68
Operating Temperature	-20°C to +60°C
Measurement principle	Time Domain Reflectometry (TDR)
Accuracy	±0.1% or better depending on material
Measurement Range	0 to 100% moisture content

Summary

Instrument Description SONO-VARIO

TRIME TDR Measuring Method

Describes the radar-based dielectric measuring procedure using TDR.

Measure Mode Configuration

Details how to configure measurement modes.

Calibration Curves

Details available calibration curves and creation methods.

Quick Guide for the Software SONO-CONFIG

Scan SONO Probes on RS485 Interface

How to scan for connected SONO probes.

Configuration of Measure Mode

Setting the measurement mode via software.

Analogue Outputs Configuration

Configuring analogue outputs using SONO-CONFIG.

Selection of Calibration Curves

Choosing and testing calibration curves in the software.

Test Run in Measurement Mode

Performing test runs and saving data.

Basic Balancing in Air and Water

Performing basic balancing using the software.

Installation of the Probe

Further Assembly Instructions

Guidelines for probe installation locations and methods.

Assembly Dimensions

Gas- and Waterproofed Installation

Probe Head Exchange and Balancing

Technical Data SONO-VARIO

Sensor Design

Mounting

Measurement Range Moisture

Measurement Range Conductivity

Signal Output

Calibration

Communication

Power Supply

Connector Plug