Vernier Software and Technology LABQUEST2 LABQUEST2 User Manual

Vernier Software & Technology LABQUEST2 Users Manual

Users Manual

Measure Analyze Learn Vernier Software & Technology 13979 SW Millikan Way Beaverton, OR 97005-2886 Toll free 888.837.6437 | fax 503.277.2440 What is included with your LabQuest 2 LabQuest 2 unit Rechargeable battery Power adapter USB cable This Quick-Start Guide Stylus (in unit) Stylus tether Logger Lite CD Get the complete user guide at www.vernier.com/labquest/guide Warranty Information LabQuest 2 – Vernier warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of five years from the date of shipment to the customer. LabQuest 2 Battery – Vernier warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of shipment to the customer. This warranty does not cover damage to the product caused by abuse or improper use. Vernier LabQuest is a registered trademark of Vernier Software & Technology. Logger Pro, Vernier, Vernier Software & Technology, and Vernier.com are our registered trademarks. All other marks not owned by us that appear herein are the property of their respective owners, who may or may not be affiliated with, connected to, or sponsored by us. Quick Start Guide www.vernier.com | info@vernier.com
Before you use your LabQuest 2 Install the battery Connect the power adapter Charge for at least 8 hours Read the safety information and operating instructions found in this guide LabQuest Charging Station Charge four LabQuest units at a time. www.vernier.com/lq-crg LabQuest 2 Lab Armor Molded rubber material protects LabQuest from spills and falls. www.vernier.com/lq2-armor LabQuest Viewer Software Remotely monitor student progress or project the LabQuest screen. www.vernier.com/lq-view Hardware Overview ….…….….…………….. 2 LabQuest App …………………………….…….. 4 Quick Data Collection ………………….. 5 Meter Screen ……………………………….. 6 Graph Screen ……………………………….. 8 Data Analysis ………………………………. 10 Table Screen ………………………………… 12 Printing …………………………………..….. 14 Other Screens …..………………………... 16 Using with Computers and Tablets..…. 18 Other Applications …………………………… 20 Care of LabQuest …………………………….. 22 Accessories …………………………...………… 24 Accessories Table of Contents 24 1 Key Features of your LabQuest 2 Hardware Hardware Overview 2 3 Power Button Digital Sensor Ports for Motion Detectors and other digital sensors Analog Sensor Ports for temperature, pH, CO2, and other analog sensors USB 2.0 Port for USB sensors and flash drives Internal Microphone Internal Light Sensor Collect Control data collection Home Access applications Escape Exit menus/applications Stylus storage Wi-Fi Status Battery Level/Charge indicator Resistive Touch Screen For touch or stylus AC Power Computer Connectivity transfer data or use as a computer interface Docking Port for LabQuest charging station Micro SD/MMC Card Slot Audio In For external microphone Audio Out For speakers, headphones, and Power Amplifier
Three steps to collect data: 1 Turn on LabQuest LabQuest App launches automatically. 2 Connect a sensor The sensor will auto-ID. The default collection rate for the sensor is set up. 3 Tap Collect You are now collecting data. A. Digital Meter – The Meter screen displays a digital meter for each connected sensor. Tap on a meter to change units, calibrate, zero, or reverse the sensor. B. Data-collection details – A summary of the data-collection setup is shown. Tap anywhere on the details box to modify the settings. C. Sensors Menu – You can access all of the setup options using the Sensors menu. Use the Sensor Setup option to activate internal sensors or to set up sensors that do not auto-ID. D. File Menu – This menu is available from every screen. Use this menu to save files for analysis at a later time, print, or open an existing file. 4 5 LabQuest App – Navigation LabQuest App – Quick Data Collection LabQuest App – Meter Screen LabQuest App – Meter Screen 6 7 Tap the tabs to access different screens of the LabQuest App A – Meter B – Graph C – Table D – Lab Instructions E – Notes Tap the buttons to collect data F – Start/Stop G – Keep (not always shown) A B C D E G LabQuest App switches to the Graph screen when data collection begins. Tap to end collection early A B C F C Use the meter screen to set up your experiment D
A. Axis Label – The Graph is set to display your sensor data. When you have more than one sensor or run, you can change what is plotted on the axis by tapping on the label and selecting the desired data column. B. Examine Point – Tap any point to activate the examine cursor. Tap a different point or use the Examine buttons to move to a new point. C. Current Reading – The coordinates of your examine point are displayed to the right of the graph. During collection, the live sensor reading is shown. D. Store Run – To collect multiple trials of an experiment, store the run before collecting more data. E. Graph Menu – Use the Graph menu for even more graph options. A. Analyze Menu – Tap this menu to access the analysis tools. Your options include tangent lines, statistics, integrals, curve fits, models, and more. Select your analysis tool, then select the desired data column for analysis. B. Select a region – You can analyze all the displayed data or just a portion of it. To analyze only a portion of the data, tap and drag across the desired region before selecting your analysis tool. If no region is selected, the analysis will apply to all the displayed data. C. Analysis details – The results of your analysis is displayed next to the graph. To view a full screen display of the results, tap on this box. To remove an analysis, tap the Analyze menu and select the tool again. 8 9 LabQuest App – Graph Screen LabQuest App – Analyze Data LabQuest App – Analyze Data 10 11 D E C B A LabQuest App – Graph Screen When data collection is complete, the graph autoscales to the data A C B Statistical analysis of your data is done on the Graph Screen
A. Scroll Bar – Use the scroll bar to view your data. Tap and drag the slider or tap the arrow keys to scroll the table. B. Table Menu – Use the Table menu to manage your data. You can also create new manual or calculated columns to enhance your data analysis. C. Run Name – Individual data sets can be renamed. Tap on the name and enter the desired name. A keyboard will automatically launch. D. Struck Data – You can non-destructively remove data points from your graphs and statistical calculations using the Strike Through Data option. First, select a region on the graph or in the table, then choose Strike Through Data from your Table (or Graph) menu. USB Printers Connect a compatible HP printer (www.vernier.com/labqprinters) to LabQuest using the standard USB port (USB cable not included with LabQuest). Network/Wi-Fi Printers Tap the Wi-Fi icon and connect to the network to which your desired printer is connected. Tap System on the Home screen, then tap Printers. Tap Add a Printer and select your desired printer. To print from a LabQuest, choose Print from the File menu. You can choose to print a graph, table, lab instructions, notes, or the LabQuest screen as it is currently displayed. Computer Printing You can print LabQuest files using your computer and our Logger Lite or Logger Pro software. See the software documentation for more information. Print a saved file – Connect a USB Flash drive to your LabQuest. Choose Save As from the file menu and tap on the USB icon. Name the file as desired and select OK. The file will be saved on your flash drive and can be opened using Logger Lite or Logger Pro on your computer. Import your data – Start the Logger Lite or Logger Pro software on your computer. With your data displayed on the LabQuest, connect the LabQuest to your computer using the USB cable that came with LabQuest. Follow the computer software prompts to import the data to the software. 12 13 LabQuest App – Table Screen LabQuest App – Table Screen A B D C You can also manually enter data into the data table Printing – Directly from a LabQuest Printing – From Logger Lite or Logger Pro 14 15
LabQuest App – Other Screens LabQuest App – Other Views 16 17 Notes Enter notes about your experiment. Lab Instructions Over 100 labs preloaded. Even more are available online at www.vernier.com/labquest/organizer Portrait orientation Rotate LabQuest to a portrait orientation to better view two graphs , tables, and lab instructions. High Contrast Mode Use high contrast mode when viewing a LabQuest in bright light. To access this option, tap Preferences on the Home Screen, then tap Light and Power. Using LabQuest with a Computer Using LabQuest with Tablets and other Mobile Devices 18 19 Connect LabQuest to a computer running Logger Pro or Logger Lite to: Import data from LabQuest for further analysis Use LabQuest as a computer sensor interface Manage user data (Open, Save, Delete, or Import) stored in the LabQuest’s internal memory. Software Requirements: Logger Pro 3.8.5 or newer Logger Lite 1.6 or newer A double arrow indicates the computer is in control of your LabQuest You can collect, view, analyze, and annotate data from a LabQuest 2 on an iPad®, Android® tablet, or other mobile device that has a supported browser. For more information visit www.vernier.com/css
Software Updates – Software updates for LabQuest, as they are released, will be available at www.vernier.com/labquest/updates. To determine what version of the software you are using, tap System on the Home screen, then tap Information. Screen Calibration – The screen may need to be recalibrated periodically. To access the calibration tool, tap System on the Home screen, then tap Calibrate Screen. If you are unable to access the Calibration tool, press and hold the power button until the LabQuest shutdown message is displayed. Wait until the system shuts down then turn the unit back on. While the system is rebooting, press the Home key to prompt the system to display the calibration tool. Tap the calibration target in the five locations indicated to calibrate the screen. System Reset – To reset the system, tap System on the Home screen, then tap Reboot. If you are unable to access the Reboot tool, press and hold the power button until the LabQuest shutdown message is displayed. Wait until the system shuts down then turn the unit back on. Battery Life – Battery life will depend on the sensors and features used. To access power saving options, tap Preferences on the Home Screen, then tap Light and Power. Battery Maintenance – Use only the supplied AC adapter or optional charging station to charge the LabQuest battery. A full charge can take eight hours. The battery cannot be overcharged, and it can be safely recharged after a partial discharge. Screen Maintenance – The LabQuest screen is water resistant. Wipe the screen clean with a cotton cloth that is slightly dampened with water or ethanol. Do not use any other solvents. Do not submerge your LabQuest in liquids. Summer Storage – For long-term storage of your LabQuest, fully shutdown the unit by pressing and holding the power button until the shutdown message is displayed. After the system shuts down you can remove the battery, if desired. Store the LabQuest in a climate-controlled environment. Excessive heat can significantly reduce battery life. Periodic Table 20 Other Applications 21 Other Applications Care of LabQuest Care of LabQuest 22 23 Audio Function Generator Periodic Table, Audio Function Generator, and Power Amplifier (not shown) are accessed via the Home menu. Stopwatch, Calculator, and Sound Recorder (not shown) are accessed via the Home> Accessories menu. Calculator Stopwatch
Federal Communication Commission interference statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: -Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. FCC Caution 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 RF Exposure Warning The equipment complies with RF exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment. IC Statement This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement. Industry Canada - Class B This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the interference-causing equipment standard entitled “Digital Apparatus,” ICES-003 of Industry Canada. Cet appareil numérique respecte les limites de bruits radioélectriques applicables aux appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans la norme sur le matérial brouilleur: “Appareils Numériques,” NMB-003 édictée par l’Industrie. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. L'opération est soumise aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) cet appareil ne peut causer d'interférences, et (2) cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence, y compris celles susceptibles de provoquer fonctionnement du dispositif. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that permitted for successful communication. L'opération est soumise aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) cet appareil ne peut causer d'interférences, et (2) cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence, y compris celles susceptibles de provoquer fonctionnement du dispositif. RF exposure warning: The equipment complies with RF exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Avertissement d'exposition RF: L'équipement est conforme aux limites d'exposition aux RF établies pour un incontrôlés environnement. L'antenne (s) utilisée pour ce transmetteur ne doit pas être co-localisés ou fonctionner en conjonction avec toute autre antenne ou transmetteur. Read all safety information and operating instructions included in this Quick Start Guide prior to using your LabQuest 2. LabQuest is designed to be splash resistant. However, avoid water immersion and standing liquid on the display. If water gets in the device, immediately shutdown the device (tap System on the Home screen, then tap Shutdown, or hold down the power button until the shutdown sequence begins). Remove battery, connected cables, SD card, and any other accessories. Allow to dry thoroughly before restarting. Do not attempt to dry using an external heat source. Safe operating temperatures are from 0 °C to 45 °C. Storage temperature are -30 °C to 60°C. Exposures to low or high extreme temperatures will temporarily reduce battery life. Avoid rapid temperature changes as condensation may form inside the device. Do not leave in a car as temperatures can exceed the maximum storage range. Contains a Lithium Ion battery. Use only supplied battery for this device. Do not puncture or expose to excessive heat or flame. Do not store in chemical closet or in areas of concentrated chemical gasses. Safety Information

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