4) After successful initialisation the smaXtec pH Plus Bolus can be inserted using
the smaXtec Sensor Applicator. Following selection of a suitable animal, the
animal identification details should be entered in the list provided next to the
serial number of the smaXtec Sensors.
5) Activation in smaXtec Messenger by clicking on the + symbol on the right of
the menu option “Animals”: activation of sensors is required to ensure the
sensor is correctly assigned to an organisation in smaXtec Messenger.
6) After successful installation of the read-out device the measurement data from
the smaXtec Sensor can be accessed in smaXtec Messenger within
approximately 30 minutes.
Overview of the different LED displays
Flashes briefly every 0.5 seconds for 1
minute
Flashes three times every two seconds
for about 5 minutes
Initialisation in progress
Flashes every two seconds for 30
minutes
Sensor has been successfully initialised
Flashes very rapidly (every 100ms) for
30 minutes
An error occurred during initialisation
Important information: Please note that between calibration and administration the
smaXtec pH Plus Bolus must be stored in the buffer solution pH 7.00 provided.
Notes - Application
Caution: The smaXtec pH Plus Bolus and the smaXtec Classic Bolus are
exclusively for use in cows. Under no circumstances may they be used for
other animals or for humans. The minimum body weight for both sensors
is 450 kg when administered by trained staff (approximately 18 months for
Holstein cows) and 300 kg when administered under veterinary
supervision. This graph gives more information about the age/weight of different
breeds: