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Walz MINI-PAM-II User Manual

Walz MINI-PAM-II
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2.163/04.2018
3. Edition, May 2018
MINI_PAM_II_03.docx
Heinz Walz GmbH, 2018
Heinz Walz GmbH Eichenring 6 91090 Effeltrich Germany
Phone +49-(0)9133/7765-0 Telefax +49-(0)9133/5395
E-mail info@walz.com Internet www.walz.com
MINI-PAM-II
Manual for
Standalone Use

Table of Contents

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Walz MINI-PAM-II Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandWalz
ModelMINI-PAM-II
CategoryMeasuring Instruments
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Instructions

General Safety Instructions

Guidelines for safe operation, handling, and environment for the device and accessories.

Special Safety Instructions

Specific warnings regarding the sensitive nature and light emission of the MINI-PAM-II instrument.

Introduction

Overview

Introduces the MINI-PAM-II, its capabilities, and the manual's structure.

Components and Setup

Extent of Delivery (Basic System)

Lists all components included in the basic MINI-PAM-II system package.

Optoelectronic Unit

Details the back panel layout, sockets, and on/off switch of the MINI-PAM-II.

2010-A Distance Clip 60°

Describes the clip for positioning fiberoptics at a 60° angle to the sample.

Key Accessories Overview

Details important accessories like leaf clips, sensors, and light sources.

2035-B Leaf-Clip Holder

Holder for measuring PAR, leaf temperature, and humidity parallel to fluorescence.

2054-L External LED Source

External light source for experiments requiring different actinic light colors.

Saturation Pulse Analysis

Five Fluorescence Levels

Explains the five different fluorescence levels measured by PAM fluorometers.

Fluorescence Ratio Parameters

Details parameters derived from fluorescence measurements for quantifying energy use.

Relative Electron Transfer Rate (ETR)

Explains how to calculate relative electron transfer rates using PAR and other factors.

Light Curves

Describes exposure of samples to stepwise increasing intensities of actinic illumination.

Hints & Troubleshooting

Instrument Settings

Information on factory settings and how to adjust fluorescence offset.

Default Settings

Discusses suitability of default settings and when special settings are required.

F0 Fluorescence Optimization

Guidance on adjusting measuring light intensity for F0 fluorescence levels.

FM Fluorescence Optimization

Advice on optimizing saturation pulse settings for FM and FM' determination.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Solutions for signal noise, system hangs, sensor, and lamp intensity problems.

Touchscreen Operation

Calibration

Instructions for calibrating the resistive touchscreen for precise operation.

Top Level Windows Overview

Overview of the 10 main windows for device control and data display.

Basic Data Window

Displays reduced data set for field sampling with action keys.

Quenching Analysis Window

Provides overview of fluorescence levels and ratio quotients.

Main Menu Navigation

Central hub for accessing settings, calibration, and hardware information.

PAM Settings

Adjustments for how the MINI-PAM-II acquires PAM fluorescence.

Sensors Management

Selection and calibration of internal and external PAR sensors.

MINI-PAM-II System Settings

Adjustments for fluorometer settings and chart resolution.

Specifications MINI-PAM-II

Basic System Specifications

Details of the optoelectronic unit, power supply, and general system parameters.

Key Accessories Specifications

Details specifications for important accessories like leaf clips, sensors, and light sources.

Software WinControl-3

Details about the system control and data acquisition program.

Warranty

Warranty Conditions

Specifies conditions under which the warranty is valid and when it does not apply.

Obtaining Warranty Service

Steps to follow for obtaining warranty service and returning the product.

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