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• Preface This manual describes the operation of the following instrument. Brand: LAQUA Series name: LAQUA 200 Series Handheld Water Quality Meter Model: LAQUA-PC210, LAQUA-PC220 Model description: pH/ORP/Conductivity Meter Be sure to read this manual before using the product to ensure proper and safe operation of the product.
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Regulations • Regulations • EU regulations • Conformable standards This equipment conforms to the following standards: EMC: EN61326-1 Class B, Basic electromagnetic environment RoHS: EN50581 9. Monitoring and control instruments Warning: This product is not intended for use in industrial environments. In an industrial environment, electromagnetic environmental effects may cause the incorrect performance of the product in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
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Regulations • FCC rules FCC Compliance Statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Responsible Party for FCC matter HORIBA Instruments Incorporated Head Office...
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Regulations • China regulation 标记的意义 Meaning of Marking 本标记适用在中华人民共和国销售电器电子产品,标记中央的数字 表示环境保护使用期限的年数。( 不是表示产品质量保证期间。) 只要遵守这个产品有关的安全和使用注意事项,从制造日开始算起 在这个年限内,不会给环境污染、人体和财产带来严重的影响。请 不要随意废弃本电器电子产品。 This marking is applied to electric and electronic products sold in the People's Republic of China. The figure at the center of the marking indicates the environmental protection use period in years.
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Regulations 产品中有害物质的名称及含量 Name and amount of hazardous substance used in a product 有害物质 Hazardous substances 多溴二苯醚 六价铬 多溴联苯 Poly 部件名称 汞 镉 Hexa- Poly 铅 Unit name Mer- Cad- bromo- Lead valent bromobi- cury mium diphenyl (Pb) chromium phenyl (Hg) (Cd) ether (Cr (VI))
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For Your Safety • For Your Safety • Hazard classification and warning symbols Warning messages are described in the following manner. Read the messages and follow the instructions carefully. • Hazard classification This indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
For Your Safety • Safety precautions This section provides precautions for using the product safely and correctly and to prevent injury and damage. The terms of DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION indicate the degree of immanency and hazardous situation. Read the precautions carefully as it contains important safety messages.
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For Your Safety • Battery Keep batteries out of reach of children. If someone accidentally swallows a battery, consult a doctor immediately. If alkaline fluid from a battery gets into the eyes, do not rub the eyes, rinse with clean water immediately and then consult a doctor.
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Product Handling Information • Product Handling Information • Operational precautions (instrument) • Only use the product including accessories for their intended purpose. • Do not drop or physically impact the instrument. • The instrument is made of solvent-resistant materials but that does not mean it is resistant to all chemicals.
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Product Handling Information • Environmental conditions for use and storage • Temperature: 0 °C to 45 °C • Humidity: under 80% relative humidity and free from condensation • Avoid the following conditions: • Strong vibration • Direct sunlight • Corrosive gas environment •...
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Contents ● Data setup ..............43 ● General setup............50 ● CLK setup..............59 ■ Maintenance and storage ..........64 ● Maintenance and storage of the instrument ..64 ● Maintenance and storage of electrodes ....65 ■ Error messages and trouble shooting......67 ■...
Product overview ■ Product Overview This section describes the package content, key features and product components of LAQUA PC200 handheld meters. ● Package Content After opening the carry case, remove the meter and check for damage on the instrument and confirm that the standard accessories all exist.
Product overview ● Key Features • IP67 water ingress, dust-proof, shock-resistant, anti-slip meter housing. • Large monochrome LCD (50 x 50 mm) with white LED back lighting. • Built-in electrode holder (up to 2 electrodes). • Foldable meter stand. • Simple user interface and single parameter display. •...
Product overview ● Product components Name Function Monochrome LCD Displays the measured value Operation keys Used for instrument operation Electrode connector Connect to the BNC connector of the electrode Temperature connector (T) Connect to the temperature sensor of the electrode Battery cover Open/close to insert/remove batteries Electrode holder...
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Product overview ● Display Name Function Displays the current operation mode (Setup, Calibration, Status Icon Measurement and Data mode) Displays the measured parameters like pH, RmV, COND, Res, Parameters TDS and Sal Stability indicator shows value is stable for documentation in Auto Stable and Auto Hold modes Appears when the measured value display is stable and fixed in auto-hold mode...
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Product overview ● Battery level display 100% battery life 50% battery life 20% battery life Batteries are weak and need replacement. Refer “ BATT LOW ” (page 67) to solve this ● Electrode sensitivity level Electrode sensitivity above 95%(excellent) Electrode sensitivity between 85% to 95% (very good) Electrode sensitivity between 80% to 85%(good).
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Product overview ● Keypad operation Keypad Name Function Switches from the measurement mode to the calibration mode. CAL key Starts calibration in the calibration mode. Switches the operation mode to the measurement mode. MEAS key Releases the fixed measurement value mode in the auto hold mode and begins a fresh measurement.
Basic operations ■ Basic operations This section describes function and basic operation method of each part of LAQUA PC200 handheld meter. ● Turning on the instrument Inserting the batteries This instrument is operated by batteries. You can use AA alkaline batteries or AA Ni- MH chargeable batteries.
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Basic operations ● Connecting an electrode To perform calibration/ measurement, it is necessary to use the appropriate electrode for measurement parameter. Recommended electrodes for various sample are listed in our product catalog. Use the following procedure to correctly connect the electrode to the instrument: 1.
Basic operations ● Mode and measurement ● Changing the operation mode You can change the operation mode to four available modes depending on the purpose of use. The status icon indicates the current mode. Icon Name Function Setup mode Perform various setup functions. Calibration Performs calibration.
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Basic operations ● Changing the measurement parameter This instrument measures multiple parameters. For measurement, an electrode corresponding to the measurement parameter is required. In the measurement mode, the measurement parameter can be changed by pressing the key.
■ Calibration This section describes the basic calibration method using LAQUA PC200 handheld meter, pH and conductivity electrode. ● pH Calibration Calibration is necessary for accurate pH measurement. To perform pH calibration, follow the procedure detailed below: Prerequisites •...
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pH calibration Calibration 1. After placing the pH electrode in the buffer solution, press the key. 2. The selected buffer standard appears on the meter screen and meter starts checking various calibration values with a blinking on screen. 3. Wait for the to stabilize (stable calibration reading).
ORP calibration ● ORP/mV Calibration Calibration is necessary for accurate ORP measurement. To perform ORP calibration, follow the procedure detailed below: Prerequisites • Clean the ORP electrode with DI (deionized) water and wipe it with tissue paper. • Switch on the PC meter and plug in the ORP electrode. •...
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ORP calibration Calibration 1. After placing the electrode in the solution, press the key to switch to mV mode. 2. Press the key. 3. Meter starts reading mV values and the blinks until value stabilizes. 4. Wait for the to stabilize (stable calibration reading). 5.
Conductivity calibration ● Conductivity Calibration Calibration is necessary for accurate electrical conductivity measurement. To perform conductivity calibration, follow the procedure detailed below: Prerequisites • Clean the conductivity electrode with DI (deionized) water and wipe it with tissue paper. • Switch on the PC meter and plug in the conductivity electrode. •...
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Conductivity calibration Calibration Auto calibration 1. After placing the conductivity electrode in the standard solution, press the key. 2. Meter displays “Auto cal” as per set calibration method and starts measuring various calibration values with a blinking on screen. 3. Wait for the to stabilize (stable calibration reading).
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Conductivity calibration Manual calibration 1. After placing the conductivity electrode in the standard solution, press the key. 2. Meter displays “Manual cal” as per set calibration method and starts measuring various calibration values with a blinking on screen. 3. Wait for the to stabilize (stable calibration reading).
TDS values will be recalibrated accordingly. Set the required TDS curve in LAQUA EC200 handheld meter. Available TDS curves are; - LINR (Linear factor with adjustable factor from 0.4 to 1.0)
• Dip the conductivity electrode in the standard solution till the hole at the upper part of the electrode is immersed. Note • Before salinity calibration, set the required salinity method. In LAQUA PC220 handheld meter, available salinity methods are; - NACL - SEA.W (Sea water)
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Conductivity calibration Calibration 1. After placing the conductivity electrode in the standard solution, press the key. 2. Meter starts measuring various calibration values with a blinking on screen. 3. Wait for the to stabilize (stable calibration reading). 4. Use the keys to adjust the salinity value.
Temperature calibration ● Temperature Calibration Temperature calibration is required to accurately match pH or conductivity electrode to the meter. Check the temperature reading and if its acceptable, no temperature calibration is required. If you need to calibrate, please follow the procedure detailed below: Prerequisites •...
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Temperature calibration Calibration 1. After placing the electrode in the solution, press the key. 2. Press the key to switch to temperature calibration mode. Meter displays measured temperature value. 3. Use the keys to adjust the temperature to the required value. 4.
This section describes the basic method of data storing and transferring using LAQUA 200 handheld meters. ● Data capture and storage In LAQUA PC200 handheld meters, data measured by the instrument can be stored in the internal memory. To save the measured data: •...
● Transfer data to PC Connect the instrument to a PC using phono jack to USB cable to transfer saved data to the PC (for LAQUA PC220 only). Connect the phono jack at the instrument side to the communication port on the PC.
Using P1 pH setup function of the meter, you can: • Select buffer standard • Set calibration alarm • Erase calibration data To set the pH functions using LAQUA PC200 handheld meter, follow the procedure detailed below: Prerequisites Switch on the PC meter.
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pH set up ● P 1.1 Buffer selection 1. Press the key, P1 PH screen appears. 2. Press the ENT key, P1.1 BUFF screen appears. 3. Press the ENT key, by default BUFF USA appears. 4. Use the keys to change the buffer standard to BUFF NIST or BUFF DIN. 5.
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pH set up ● P 1.2 Calibration alarm setup 1. Press the key, P1 PH screen appears. 2. Press the ENT key, P1.1 BUFF screen appears. 3. Press the key, P1.2 C.ALr screen appears. 4. Press the ENT key, by default DAYS ---- appears. 5.
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pH set up ● P 1.3 Erase calibration data 1.Press the key, P1 PH screen appears. 2.Press the ENT key, P1.1 BUFF screen appears. 3.Press the key, P1.2 C.ALr screen appears. 4.Press the key, P1.3 C.CLr appears. 5.Press the ENT key, C.CLr NO screen appears with NO as default setup.
• Select conductivity unit • Set calibration mode • Set temperature coefficient • Set reference temperature • Erase calibration data To set the COND functions using LAQUA PC200 handheld meter, follow the procedure detailed below: Prerequisites Switch on the PC meter. Note •...
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Conductivity set up ● P 1.1 Cell constant setup 1. Press the key, P1 COND screen appears. 2. Press the ENT key, P1.1 CELL screen appears. 3. Press the ENT key, by default CELL 1.00 appears. 4. Use the keys to set the cell constant in between 0.070 to 13.00. 5.
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Conductivity set up ● P 1.2 Select conductivity unit 1. Press the key, P1 COND screen appears. 2. Press the ENT key, P1.1 CELL screen appears. 3. Press the key, P1.2 UNIT screen appears. 4. Press the ENT key, by default UNIT S/cm appears. 5.
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Conductivity set up ● P 1.3 calibration mode setup 1. Press the key, P1 COND screen appears. 3. Press the ENT key, P1.1 CELL screen appears. 4. Press the key, P1.2 UNIT screen appears. 5. Press the key, P1.3 A.CAL appears. 6.
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Conductivity set up ● P 1.4 Temperature coefficient setup 1.Press the key, P1 COND screen appears. 2.Press the ENT key, P1.1 CELL screen appears. 3.Press the key, P1.2 UNIT screen appears. 4.Press the key, P1.3 A.CAL appears. 5.Press the key, P1.4 T.CFF appears. 6.Press the ENT key, T.CFF 2.00% screen appears.
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Conductivity set up ● P 1.5 Reference temperature setup 1.Press the key, P1 COND screen appears. 2.Press the ENT key, P1.1 CELL screen appears. 3.Press the key, P1.2 UNIT screen appears. 4.Press the key, P1.3 A.CAL appears. 5.Press the key, P1.4 T.CFF appears. 6.Press the key, P1.5 T.rEF appears.
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Conductivity set up ● P 1.6 Erase calibration data 1.Press the key, P1 COND screen appears. 2.Press the ENT key, P1.1 CELL screen appears. 3.Press the key, P1.2 UNIT screen appears. 4.Press the key, P1.3 A.CAL appears. 5.Press the key, P1.4 T.CFF appears. 6.Press the key, P1.5 T.rEF appears.
Using P2 TDS setup function of the meter, you can: • Select TDS curve • Select TDS unit • Erase calibration data To set the TDS functions using LAQUA PC200 handheld meter, follow the procedure detailed below: Prerequisites Switch on the PC meter.
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TDS set up ● P 2.1 TDS curve selection 1. Press the key, P1 COND screen appears. 2. Press the key, P2 TDS screen appears 3. Press the ENT key, P2.1 FACT screen appears. 4. Press the ENT key, by default FACT LINR appears. 5.
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TDS set up ● P 2.2 Select TDS unit 1. Press the key, P1 COND screen appears. 2. Press the key, P2 TDS screen appears. 3. Press the ENT key, P2.1 FACT screen appears. 4. Press the key, P2.2 UNIT screen appears. 5.
Using P3 SAL setups function of the meter, you can: • Select salinity unit • Select salinity curve • Erase calibration data To set the salinity functions using LAQUA PC220 handheld meter, follow the procedure detailed below: Prerequisites Switch on the PC meter.
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Salinity set up ● P 3.1 select salinity unit 1. Press the key, P1 COND screen appears. 2. Press the key, P2 TDS screen appears. 3. Press the key, P3 SAL screen appears. 4. Press the ENT key, P3.1 UNIT screen appears. 5.
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Salinity set up ● P 3.2 select salinity type 1. Press the key, P1 COND screen appears. 2. Press the key, P2 TDS screen appears. 3. Press the key, P3 SAL screen appears. 4. Press the ENT key, P3.1 UNIT screen appears. 5.
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Salinity set up ● P 3.3 Erase calibration data 1. Press the key, P1 COND screen appears. 2. Press the key, P2 TDS screen appears. 3. Press the key, P3 SAL screen appears. 4. Press the ENT key, P3.1 UNIT screen appears. 5.
Using Data setup function of the meter, you can: • Set data log interval • Print data log • Erase data log To set the data functions using LAQUA PC200 handheld meter, follow the procedure detailed below: Prerequisites • Switch on the PC meter.
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Data set up ● Data log interval setup 1. Press the key, P1 PH/EC screen appears. 2. Press the key, P2/P4 DATA screen appears. 3. Press the ENT key, P2.1/P4.1 LOG screen appears. 4. Press the ENT key, previously set log interval appears. 5.
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Data set up ● Print data setup 1. Press the key, P1 PH/EC screen appears. 2. Press the key, P2/P4 DATA screen appears. 3. Press the ENT key, P2.1 LOG screen appears. 4. Press the key, P2.2/P4.2 PrNT screen appears. 5.
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Data set up ● Erase data 1. Press the key, P1 PH/EC screen appears. 2. Press key, P2/P4 DATA screen appears. 3. Press the ENT key, P2.1/P4.1 LOG screen appears. 4. Press the key, P2.2/P4.2 PRNT screen appears. 5. Press the key, P2.3/P4.3 D.CLR screen appears.
• Select stability mode of the meter • Set auto shut-off time • Select temperature measurement • Reset the meter To set the general functions using LAQUA PC200 handheld meter, follow the procedure detailed below: Prerequisites • Switch on the PC meter.
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General set up ● Auto Stable, Auto Hold and Real Time mode setup Auto Stable (AS) mode - the meter shows live readings annunciator blinks until the reading is stable. Auto Hold (AH) mode - the meter locks the stable reading; annunciator blinks until reading is stable and then lights up.
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General set up ● Auto shut-off time setup 1. Press the key, P1 PH/EC screen appears. 2. Press the key, P2 DATA screen appears. 3. Press the key, P3/P5 GEN screen appears. 4. Press the ENT key, P3.1/P5.1 STBL screen appears. 5.
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General set up ● Temperature unit setup 1. Press the key, P1 PH/EC screen appears. 2. Press the key, P2 DATA screen appears. 3. Press the key, P3/P5 GEN screen appears. 4. Press the key, P3.1/P5.1 STBL screen appears. 5. Press the key, P3.2/P5.2 A.OFF screen appears.
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General set up ● Reset meter (factory default) 1. Press the key, P1 PH/EC screen appears. 2. Press the key, P2 DATA screen appears. 3. Press the key, P3/P5 GEN screen appears. 4. Press the ENT key, P3.1/P5.1 STBL screen appears. 5.
Clock set up ● CLK setup Real-time clock functionality is available only for LAQUA 220 meters. Using P4 Clock setup function of the meter, you can set: • Date • Time To set the clock function using LAQUA PC220 handheld meter, follow the procedure detailed...
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Clock set up ● Date setup 1. Press the key, P1 PH/EC screen appears. 2. Press the key, P2 DATA screen appears. 3. Press the key, P3 GEN screen appears. 4. Press the key, P4 CLK screen appears. 5. Press the ENT key, P4.1 DATE screen appears.
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Clock set up ● Time setup 1. Press the key to switch to the setup mode, P1 PH/EC screen appears. 2. Press the key, P2 DATA screen appears. 3. Press the key, P3 GEN screen appears. 4. Press the key, P4 CLK screen appears. 5.
Maintenance and storage ■ Maintenance and storage This section describes maintenance of LAQUA PC200 handheld meter, pH, ORP and conductivity electrodes used with the meter. ● Maintenance contract Please contact your dealer for the product maintenance contract. ● Maintenance and storage of the instrument ●...
Maintenance and storage ● Maintenance and storage of electrodes This section describes an overview of the procedures for maintenance and storage of pH, ORP and conductivity electrodes. ● How to clean the electrodes Always clean the electrode with deionized water after every measurement. When the response is slow or residue from the sample adheres to the electrode, use the appropriate method below to clean the electrode, and then clean again with deionized water.
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Maintenance and storage ● Daily storage of the pH and ORP electrodes If the electrode becomes dry, the response will be slow. Store in a moist atmosphere. Follow the steps below to properly store the electrodes even when the electrodes will not be used for a long period.
Error messages and trouble shooting ■ Error messages and trouble shooting ● Error message This section describes the causes of typical errors and the actions to be taken to resolve respective errors. If ERR is displayed while you are using the instrument, check the error, its cause and action to be taken in the error list below: Meter display ERR description...
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Error messages and trouble shooting ● Trouble shooting his section describes causes and actions to take for problems that customers frequently ask. The indicated value fluctuates < Problem with the electrode > Cause How to solve problem The electrode is dirty. Clean the electrode.
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Error messages and trouble shooting The response is slow Cause How to solve problem The electrode is dirty. Clean the electrode. The electrode is cracked. Replace the electrode. It is important to select an electrode that is appropriate for the sample. Consult your dealer. To The response of electrode is affected confirm an electrode that is appropriate for the by the sample solution.
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Error messages and trouble shooting The measured value is out of the measurement range When the measured value is below the display range, “Ur” appears. When the measured value is over the display range, “Or” appears. Cause How to solve problem Sample is out of the measurement Use a sample within the measurement range.
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Error messages and trouble shooting Nothing appears when the power is turned ON Cause How to solve problem Power is not supplied. Insert batteries or connect the AC adapter (option). Battery polarity (+, ) is reversed. Insert the batteries with the polarity (+, ) correctly oriented. Battery life is low.
Technical note ■ Appendix ● Appendix 1 This section describes technical information and option for LAQUA PC200 handheld meters. The pH vs. temperature values for the various standards are listed below: < USA > Temp. (°C) pH 1.68 pH 4.01 pH 7.00...
Printout summary ● Appendix 2 Printer format - Measurement Meter Model : HORIBA PC220 Serial Number : 123456789 SW Revision : 1.00 Date : 20 Aug 2018 Time : 10:10:28 Mode : pH : 7.00 pH : 0.0 mV Temperature : 25.0 C (MAN) Electrode Status : Excellent...
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Printout summary Relative mV Meter Model : HORIBA PC220 Serial Number : 123456789 SW Revision : 1.00 Date : 20 Aug 2018 Time : 10:10:28 Mode : R. mV R. mV : 3.0 mV Offset : -3.0 mV Temperature : 25.0 C (MAN) User Name Signature Conductivity...
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Printout summary Resistivity Meter Model : HORIBA PC220 Serial Number : 123456789 SW Revision : 1.00 Date : 20 Aug 2018 Time : 10:10:28 Mode : Resistivity Resistivity : 1000 M-Ohm/cm Temperature : 25.0 C (MAN) Electrode Status User Name Signature Salinity Meter Model...
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Printout summary Meter Model : HORIBA PC220 Serial Number : 123456789 SW Revision : 1.00 Date : 20 Aug 2018 Time : 10:10:28 Mode : TDS : 1.23 g/L Temperature : 25.0 C (MAN) Electrode Status User Name Signature Printer format - Data log Meter Model : HORIBA PC220 Serial Number...
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Printout summary Printer format - Calibration Meter Model : HORIBA PC220 Serial Number : 123456789 SW Revision : 1.00 Date : 20 Aug 2018 Time : 10:10:28 Calibration data Cal Date : 20 Jun 2018 Cal Time : 10:10:10 Cal Points : 4.01, 7.00, 10.01 Offset : 0.0 mV...
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Specifications ● Appendix 3 PC210 PC220 Model pH/ORP/EC/TDS/Sal/Res/Temp (°C/°F) pH Range -2.00 to 16.00 pH Resolution 0.01 pH Accuracy ±0.01 pH Calibration Points USA & NIST (Up to 5), DIN (Up to 6) pH Buffer Groups USA, NIST, DIN ORP Range ±2000 mV Resolution 0.1 mV (˂...
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Specifications Calibration Option Memory 1000 Auto Data Log Real-time Clock Date & Time Stamp Auto Hold / Auto Stable / Real Time Offset & Average Slope Display Calibration Alarm (1 to 90 days) ...
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31, Miyanonishi-cho, Kisshoin Minami-ku, Kyoto 601-8306, Japan http://www.horiba-adt.jp For any questions regarding this product, please contact your local agency, or inquire from the following website. http://global.horiba.com/contact_e/index.htm...