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Spectrum FIELDSCOUT TDR 100 User Manual

Spectrum FIELDSCOUT TDR 100
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TDR 100
Soil Moisture Meter
PRODUCT MANUAL
Item # 6440FS
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(ES) Equipements Scientifiques SA - Département Bio-tests & Industries - 127 rue de Buzenval BP 26 - 92380 Garches
Tél. 01 47 95 99 90 - Fax. 01 47 01 16 22 - e-mail: bio@es-france.com - Site Web: www.es-france.com
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Spectrum FIELDSCOUT TDR 100 Specifications

General IconGeneral
DisplayLCD
Power Supply4 AA batteries
ApplicationsAgriculture, Research
Measurement Range0 to 100%
Accuracy±3% VWC
Resolution0.1% VWC
Operating Temperature0°C to 50°C

Summary

General Overview

Meter Operation

ON Button

Manages meter power, displaying status, battery, and firmware information.

READ Button

Reads the probe, updates screen values, and clears the last data point from the running average.

Delete/Clear Average Button

Removes the last data point from the running average or resets the entire running average.

MODE Button

Allows selection of measurement type or probe rod length.

Data Measurement Modes and Settings

Changing Rod Length

Sets the probe rod length (Turf, Short, Medium, Long) for accurate readings.

Meter Calibration Mode

Enables meter calibration procedure in air and distilled water.

Volumetric Water Content Mode

Standard and High Clay Modes

Explains Standard and High Clay modes for VWC and their usage.

VWC Display Information

Details display elements like PL, N, and A for VWC readings.

Relative Water Content Mode

RWC and Water Deficit Calculation

Explains RWC, set points, and Water Deficit calculations.

RWC Display Details

Describes the second line of the LCD for RWC: Average, Number, and soil type.

Identifying the Correct COM Port

PC Connectivity and Battery Management

Connecting to a PC

Details connecting the meter to a PC using interface cable and software.

Changing Batteries

Instructions for accessing the battery compartment and installing AAA batteries.

Main Toolbar and Software Functions

Com Port Selection

Guides on selecting the correct COM port for PC communication.

Meter Type Selection

Explains how to select the TDR option from available Field Scout meters.

Meter Settings Button

Describes accessing meter and data logger configuration.

Meter Settings Configuration

Meter Name and Units

Setting meter name and choosing English/metric units for RWC mode.

Relative Water Content Set Points

Configuring wet and dry set points for RWC modes.

Enabling RWC Modes

Enabling RWC modes and assigning descriptive names (5 chars).

Meter Calibration Procedure

Technical Specifications

Measurement Modes Displayed

Details the three display modes: VWC, RWC, and Measurement Period.

Appendix 1: Soil-Specific Calibration

VWC Calculation Formulas

Provides formulas for calculating VWC from gravimetric data and period readings.

Appendix 2: Checking VWC Readings

Test 1: No Rods

Test for period reading with no rods attached (1920 ± 30).

Test 2: Rods Attached

Tests in air, distilled water, and saturated sand for VWC readings.

Appendix 3: Troubleshooting

VWC%=ERR! Message

Troubleshooting 'VWC%=ERR!' due to rod length or probe damage.

VWC Values Near 0%

Troubleshooting VWC near 0% in wet soil, indicating potential component damage.

PC Communication Issues

Troubleshooting PC communication for Meter Settings screen.

Warranty and Conformity

Warranty Information

Details product warranty coverage and terms.

Declaration of Conformity

States product conformity with relevant directives and standards.

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