CHAPTER 2 GENERAL INFORMATION
curves with quenching analysis. For these purposes, an extensive
MODE-menu is provided.
While the MINI-PAM was conceived as a typical stand-alone
instrument for field experiments, it can also be operated under
laboratory conditions in conjunction with a PC and the special
Windows-software WinControl. When the MINI-PAM is connected
to a PC, the information on instrument settings and data registration
is continuously exchanged, such that both ways of operation are
equivalent.
The WinControl software provides so-called "tooltips" with short
explanations of the numerous functions of the MINI-PAM. Hence,
use of WinControl is recommended particularly to the beginner for
becoming acquainted with the principles of operation and of
chlorophyll fluorescence information. It should be emphasized that
there is no risk of serious mistakes causing damage. Hence,
beginners may feel free to "play" with the system, trying out all
functions. For this purpose, the Chart-window is particularly useful,
as it records all fluorescence changes like a chart recorder.
This manual deals mainly with the MINI-PAM as such, operated
as a stand alone unit. A separate manual will be provided for the
WinControl software.
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