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VariPol Manual Schmidt + Haensch
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VariPol User Manual – Version 1 / Revision 1 Preface S+H VariPol
[ENG] Some chapters in this guide may not be complete. The most up-to-date and complete documentation can always be
found in English.
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befindende und komplette Dokumentation finden Sie in englischer Sprache.
[ESP] Algunos capítulos de esta guía pueden no estar completes. La documentación más actualizada y completa se puede
encontrar en inglés.
[FRA] Certains chapitres de ce guide peuvent ne pas être complets. La documentation la plus récente et la plus complète se
trouve en anglais.
[POR] Alguns capítulos deste guia podem não estar completos. A documentação mais atualizada e completa pode ser
encontrada em inglês.
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всегда можно найти на английском языке.
[ZHO] 本指南中的某些章节可能不完整. 最新，最完整的文檔始終以英文顯示.
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S+H VariPol Table of Contents VariPol User Manual – Version 1 / Revision 1
1 PREFACE ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 1
2 TABLE OF CONTENTS .................................................................................................................................................................................... 2
3 SYMBOLS ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
4 GETTING STARTED / INSTALLATION .............................................................................................................................................................. 9
4.1 UNPACK THE DEVICE ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 9

4.2 SET UP THE DEVICE................................................................................................................................................................................................ 12
4.3 INSERT OPTIONAL DISPLAY...................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
4.4 TURN ON AND FIRST STEPS...................................................................................................................................................................................... 16
4.5 CONNECT THE DEVICE TO NETWORK ......................................................................................................................................................................... 17
4.6 EXTERNAL ACCESS ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 18
5 THEORY .......................................................................................................................................................................................................19
5.1 INTRODUCTION TO POLARIMETRY ............................................................................................................................................................................ 19

5.1.1 Effects on Polarimetry Measurings ........................................................................................................................................................ 23
6 VARIPOL ......................................................................................................................................................................................................26
6.1 OVERVIEW .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 26

6.2 CONNECTIONS AND INTERFACES .............................................................................................................................................................................. 28
6.3 MEASURING WITH VARIPOL ................................................................................................................................................................................... 29
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6.3.1 Tubes and Temperature ......................................................................................................................................................................... 29

6.3.2 Calibration.............................................................................................................................................................................................. 33
6.3.3 Measuring .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 35
7 GENERAL MODULES FUNCTIONS .................................................................................................................................................................36
7.1 DISPLAY MODULE................................................................................................................................................................................................. 36
8 VARIPOL MODULES FUNCTIONS AND ACCESSORIES ....................................................................................................................................37
8.1 INTRODUCTION TO VARIPOL MODULES AND ACCESSORIES ........................................................................................................................................... 37

8.2 VARIPOL MODULES .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 38
8.3 VARIPOL ACCESSORIES .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 40
8.4 SOFTWARE OPTIONS ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 41
9 AQUISYS 3 ...................................................................................................................................................................................................42
9.1 WHAT IS AQUISYS 3 .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 43

9.2 SYMBOLS USED IN AQUISYS 3.................................................................................................................................................................................. 45
9.3 METHOD ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 48
9.3.1 What is a Method?................................................................................................................................................................................. 48
9.3.2 Select a Method ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 55
9.3.3 Set Method as Default Method .............................................................................................................................................................. 57
9.3.4 Copy a Method ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 59
9.3.5 Delete a Method .................................................................................................................................................................................... 61
9.3.6 Share a Method...................................................................................................................................................................................... 63
9.3.7 Create a New Method ............................................................................................................................................................................ 65
9.4 WIDGETS ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 69
9.4.1 What is a Widget?.................................................................................................................................................................................. 69
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9.4.2 Types of Widgets .................................................................................................................................................................................... 72

9.4.3 Traffic Light Widget ............................................................................................................................................................................... 73
9.4.4 Live Data Widget.................................................................................................................................................................................... 75
9.4.5 Temperature Widget .............................................................................................................................................................................. 77
9.4.6 Set Value Printable ................................................................................................................................................................................. 82
9.4.7 Read Information from Widget .............................................................................................................................................................. 83
9.4.8 Change Position of a Widget .................................................................................................................................................................. 87
9.4.9 Create a Widget ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 90
9.5 SYSTEM FUNCTIONS .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 92
9.5.1 Get System Information ......................................................................................................................................................................... 92
9.5.2 Logout .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 93
9.5.3 Open Audit Log....................................................................................................................................................................................... 94
9.5.4 Home Button .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 95
9.5.5 Time and Date ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 96
9.5.6 Updates ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 100
9.6 BUTTONS AND SEQUENCES ................................................................................................................................................................................... 102
9.6.1 What is a Button? ................................................................................................................................................................................ 102
9.6.2 What is a Sequence? ............................................................................................................................................................................ 103
9.6.3 Preset Buttons ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 104
9.7 CONFIGURE SEQUENCES ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 110
9.7.1 Copy a Sequence .................................................................................................................................................................................. 110
9.7.2 Edit a Sequence .................................................................................................................................................................................... 114
9.7.3 Create a New Sequence ....................................................................................................................................................................... 115
9.8 CONFIGURE BUTTONS ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 116
9.8.1 Edit a Button ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 116
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9.8.2 Create a New Button ............................................................................................................................................................................ 117

9.9 PRINTING AND REPORTING ................................................................................................................................................................................... 120
9.9.1 Add a Printer ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 120
9.9.2 Printing................................................................................................................................................................................................. 121
9.9.3 Printing in Sequence............................................................................................................................................................................. 122
9.9.4 Define Printed Values ........................................................................................................................................................................... 123
9.9.5 Reporting ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 124
9.9.6 Reporting in Sequence ......................................................................................................................................................................... 125
9.9.7 Adjust Company Name for Reports ...................................................................................................................................................... 126
9.10 DATA BASE................................................................................................................................................................................................... 127
9.10.1 Choose Filter for View Mode ........................................................................................................................................................... 127
9.10.2 Signing and/or Rejecting Measurements ........................................................................................................................................ 132
9.10.3 Extracting Reports ........................................................................................................................................................................... 133
9.11 USER MANAGEMENT ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 134
9.11.1 User Types ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 134
9.11.2 Create New User ............................................................................................................................................................................. 135
9.11.3 Modify Users ................................................................................................................................................................................... 138
9.12 DATA MANAGEMENT AND SECURITY ................................................................................................................................................................. 140
9.12.1 21 CFR Part 11 Mode ....................................................................................................................................................................... 140
9.12.2 Enabling 21 CFR Part 11 Mode ........................................................................................................................................................ 142
9.12.3 Audit Log ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 144
10 TYPICAL APPLICATIONS .............................................................................................................................................................................147
11 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE ....................................................................................................................................................................148
11.1 MAINTENANCE INTERVALS............................................................................................................................................................................... 148

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11.2 MAINTENANCE WORKS .................................................................................................................................................................................. 148
12 DEVICE SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................................................................................149
12.1 VARIPOL-CODE ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 149

12.2 DEVICE SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................................................................................................................. 150
13 LEGALS AND LICENSING .............................................................................................................................................................................153
14 SAFETY ADVICES ........................................................................................................................................................................................154
14.1 ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS..................................................................................................................................................................... 155

14.2 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS............................................................................................................................................................................. 158
15 PACKAGING ...............................................................................................................................................................................................160
15.1 PACKAGE CONTENTS ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 160

15.2 REPACKAGING ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 160
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17 TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................................................................................................................................165
17.1 DISPLAY DOESN’T TURN ON.............................................................................................................................................................................. 166

17.2 SLOW REACTIVITY OF DISPLAY .......................................................................................................................................................................... 167
17.3 PROBLEMS WITH CONNECTION TO NETWORK...................................................................................................................................................... 167
17.4 ISSUES WITH EXTERNAL ACCESS ........................................................................................................................................................................ 168
18 HISTORY OF THIS DOCUMENT ...................................................................................................................................................................169
19 EC – DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ........................................................................................................................................................170
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WARNING
Warning indicates that a situation is hazardous. If not avoided, the situation could lead to serious injury
or even death.
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VariPol User Manual – Version 1 / Revision 1 Getting started / Installation S+H VariPol
4.1 UNPACK THE DEVICE ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 9

4.2 SET UP THE DEVICE................................................................................................................................................................................................ 12
4.3 INSERT OPTIONAL DISPLAY...................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
4.4 TURN ON AND FIRST STEPS...................................................................................................................................................................................... 16
4.5 CONNECT THE DEVICE TO NETWORK ......................................................................................................................................................................... 17
4.6 EXTERNAL ACCESS ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 18
Please take the instrument and all accessories from the transport box. Please note that some items might be packed in
further boxes or bobble rap packages inside the transport box.
Once all items are out of the transport box, please remove carefully all packaging material.
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Confirm that you have received all items according to your purchase order, this includes:
The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may vary depending on your order specifications.
Should you detect a missing item, contact immediately your local SuH representative.
The supplied items are designed only for this device and may not be compatible with other devices.
Appearance of the items is subject to change without prior notice.
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You can purchase additional accessories from your local SuH representative Make sure they are compatible with the device
before purchase.
Use only SuH-approved accessories. Using unapproved accessories may cause the performance problems and malfunctions
that are not covered by the warranty.
Availability of all accessories is subject to change depending entirely on manufacturing companies. For more information
about available accessories please refer to your local SuH representative.
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Before setting up the instrument make sure that you provide an adequate location for the instrument.
An adequate location is characterized the following way:
1. Located indoors in an area free of dust, smoke and corrosive fumes
2. The temperature of the environment should be in the range 15 °C to 35 °C (60 °F to 95 °F)
3. The relative humidity should be 10 % to 75 % non-condensing
4. A bench space of at least 430 x 160 x 300 mm (W x H x D)
5. A bench space that supports at least 13kg
6. An even bench space. Please check that the instrument is alighted evenly.
If not use the adjustable feet of the instrument to align it.
7. No exposure of the instrument to direct sun light
8. At least 25 cm of free space around the instrument to allow for cooling.
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To insert the optional display, do the following:
1. Unscrew the screw of the protective cap 2. Insert the display into the corresponding
approx. 10 mm and remove it. display port of the device.
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3. Make sure that the display plug is inserted properly into the socket so that it forms a smooth plain with the instrument`s
housing.
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Plug the power cord into the power socket on the back of the unit and press the rocker switch to turn the unit on. The device
is fully powered up when the S + H logo stops flashing.
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To connect the device to the network, we recommend that your system administrator is present.
Plug the network cable into the device.
Ask your system administrator for the IP address of the device or use the Vari-Finder tool included on the USB stick. You can
also find the instructions on the USB stick.
For devices with a display, you can press the S+H logo in the upper right corner to get the IP address.
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Open the browser on your external device, we recommend Google Chrome.
Type in the IP address of your device in the address bar and confirm your entry.
Login:
If necessary, enter the login data in the corresponding fields and confirm your entry.
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VariPol User Manual – Version 1 / Revision 1 Theory S+H VariPol
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5.1 Introduction to Polarimetry
Polarimeters utilize so called polarized light. The human eye can not detect, whether light is polarized or not, and therefore
it is somewhat difficult to understand polarimetry. Two polarizing filters, which look like simple grey filters at first sight,
show an interesting effect if you hold them one after the other against a light source. In that case, no light passes through
the combination at one special position of the two filters to each other, while it gets bright again if one of the filters is turned
by 90°. Physicists say, that there is only one plane of polarization that can pass through a polarizing filter. If the planes of
the two filters are perpendicular to each other, the light from the first one cannot pass the second one, and that’s why it
gets dark. Some materials like quartz or sucrose solutions turn the plane of polarization. They are called optically active.
What polarimeters do is detecting the change in the plane of polarization induced by optically active samples. In the typical
design of a polarimeter, two polarizing filters are in a position where no light passes through. If an optically active sample
is brought between those filters, light passes again. The dark position can be found again by turning one of the filters - and
thus we know the rotation induced by the sample.
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A very simple polarimeter consists of at least these parts:
Figure 1: Polarimeter build-up
In practice this simple design will not function well, as it is impossible to find the darkest position with the desired accuracy.
That’s why Faraday modulators are used in our automatic polarimeters. Faraday modulators make use of the effect, that
some materials get optically active in a magnetic field. If a rod of such a material is brought into a coil, which is connected
to alternating currency, the rod will have an alternating optical activity. Such a modulator, positioned in between two
polarizing filters, will thus induce a periodically changing intensity of the light passing through. And with this signal the final
position of the polarizing filter can be found easily. The method of Faraday modulation is very accurate and non sensitive to
errors.
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In case of diluted samples, which are to be measured in the instrument, the measured angle depends on
sample
concentration
length of the tube
temperature
colour of light (wavelength)
The appropriate formula is named after the French physicist Jean B. Biot, who lived in the 19 th century. BIOT's law states:

c with
 
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D 10000
l
c : concentration (in g / 100 cm3 solution)
: rotation (in angular degree)
 20D : specific rotation
l : length of the tube (in mm)
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The specific rotation depends on the temperature and the wavelength of the light. For some samples this value depends
on the concentration also. Please be aware, that the concentration is given in g / 100 cm³ or g / 100ml, but not in g / 100 g.
Let’s have a look at an example. The specific rotation of aqueous solutions of sucrose at 20.0 °C and a wavelength of 589.44
nm (that is the centre of the two yellow lines of the sodium lamp in vacuo) is given by the ICUMSA (the International
Commission for Uniform Methods of Sugar Analysis) as
 20D = 66.588 ± 0.002
So, if 26.000 g of sucrose are dissolved in pure water to 100 cm³, the rotation in a tube of 200 mm will be
 = 34.626° ± 0.001°
as you can verify by putting in the numbers into BIOT's formula above. This solution is called the Normal Sucrose Solution
and its rotation is 100.00 °Z (sugar degrees). The International Sugar Scale (ISS) is linearly divided, e.g. a rotation of 17.313°
equals to a reading of 50.00 °Z.
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Effects on Polarimetry Measurings
In the following there are shown some effects that could influence polarimetric measurements. Based on these effects
some false measurements could appear after the instrument is delivered. In consequence of that, please calibrate the
instrument before first use.
We recommend to calibrate a polarimeter with a certified quartz plate every time before you use it.
Wavelength Effects
Let's have a closer look at the wavelength effect on the optical activity of sucrose solutions. There are four basic wavelengths
in use in polarimeters of the sugar industry. For these wavelengths the following table gives the specific rotation  20
D
and
the rotation  of the above defined Normal Sucrose Solution in a tube of 200 mm:
Description Wavelength  20D 
mercury green 546.23 nm 78.4178 40.777°
sodium yellow 589.44 nm 66.5885 34.626°
HeNe laser 632.99 nm 57.2144 29.751°
NIR 882.60 nm 28.5306 14.836°
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For further details on the International Sugar Scale, ISS, refer to "Specification and Standard SPS-1 (1998): Polarimetry and
the International Sugar Scale" in the ICUMSA Methods Book.
In this example you can see influence of the wavelength of the light on the rotation, which is called Optical Rotation
Dispersion (ORD). A change of 0.03 nm will lead to a change in the rotation of about 0.01%. This is a very high influence!
That’s why light sources with a small bandwidth have to be used in polarimetry. The typical choice is a halogen lamp plus
an interference filter. The Purity Analyzer is equipped with high power LED’s. To filter out the side bands of their spectrum,
the LED’s are combined with interference filters.
Temperature Effects
Another influence is that of the temperature. The reading of Quartz plates increases with temperature:
Reading(T) = Reading(20.0°C) (1.0 + 0.000144 (T - 20.0))
A plate, which shows 40.000° at 20 °C, will thus show 40.006° at 21 °C and 40.029° at 25 °C.
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In difference to that, the rotation of solutions will decrease with temperature.

For sucrose solutions for example the effect is
Correct Reading (  ) = Reading (  )  (1.0 - 0.000471  (T - 20.0))
39.906° = 40.000° (1.0 - 0.000471 (25°C - 20°C))
A solution, which shows 40.000° Reading(  ), will thus show 39.981° at 21 °C and 39.906° at 25 °C.
Please be aware, that there are three temperature effects on diluted samples. First of all, the flask, which is used to fill up
to 100 cm³, is calibrated for 20 °C. Also the length of the tube is valid for 20 °C. And last but not least: the optical activity of
the sample is influenced by the temperature. The formula given above for sucrose solutions is only taking the last effect
into account.
Tube Length
The rotation is proportional to the length of the tube. Usually , in Pharma applications 100 mm tubes are used, in food
applications 200 mm tubes.
It is possible to enter a temperature coefficient which compensates the change of the tube length with temperature.
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All samples have to be filled in a sample tube and this tube has to be placed in the sample room before measurement.
SuH offers a wide range of tubes for the use with the VariPol.
Variations are possible for:

- product touching material
- product volume
- filling mechanism
- tube length
For the VariPol we designed the VariTubes. These are metal tubes optimized for the best temperature control performance,
a standard low sample volume and Luer-connection for easy filling and fast work flow.
When they are connected via cable to the instrument, they automatically identify themselves and transmit the sample
temperature.
Other tube models are also possible.
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Before filling a tube, confirm that the volume and product touching materials are suitable for your application.
Before using a tube, please confirm if there is no damage to the tube. You can do so by zeroing the instrument. Then
measure the empty tube in three different positions (in relations with its rotational axis). If the values are all zero (with
respect to the repeatability of the instrument) then you have a good indication of a properly functioning sample tube.
If the values differ, please contact your local SuH representative.
If you fill the tube with a new sample or use hand filling, make sure that the tube is dry and clean.
Before filling the sample tube, check:

 the glass windows of the sample cell are installed
 the hoses are connected correctly
 the hose connections are tight
 the waste hose leads into the waste container
 the waste container’s volume is large enough for the number of samples
(Some points may not be applicable depending on your type of tube.)
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If you refill a sample using the flow through tube, make sure that you passed enough new sample to replace the old sample.
Check that no air bubbles have formed in the light path.
Check that no solid particles float in the sample that could interfere with the light path.
To clean the tubes, open the cover glass caps on both sides.
Be careful: once unscrewed, the cover glasses themselves come lose.
Rinse the tubes thoroughly with pure water.

Follow this by a quick rinse with Ethanol or similar pure alcohol.
To finish, dry the tube with filtered pressurized air.
Rinse the cover glasses also with water and alcohol and dry them with a soft paper tissue.
Make sure that all visible residues have been removed.
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The VariPol is equipped with integrated temperature control. To fully utilize this function, you have to use the VariTube
sample tubes. Further, you have to connect the cable delivered with the tube to the tube and to the designated slot at the
back of the instrument.
To change or enable the temperature control please see the chapter 9.4.5 “Temperature Widget”.
Please note that if the temperature control is enabled (which is the standard configuration) and the sample tube not
connected to the instrument, then the instrument will use the temperature of the sample room as a reference. In this case,
there can be a deviation between the real temperature of the sample and the measured one.
Therefore, we advise that if no temperature sensor is connected to the instrument, the temperature control should be
disabled to allow for more reliable results.
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We advise to set the instrument before each measurement or each batch measurement.
After turning on the instrument, wait at least 15 minutes for the optical system to stabilize.
To set the instrument zero, make sure that the sample room and sample tube are clean and free of any sample residues.
Place a sample tube filled with pure water in the sample room.
Close the sample room cover.
Then execute the “Setting Zero” by pushing the button on the display.
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We advise that a calibration should only be executed by a trained technician, certified by SuH.
To calibrate the instrument, you need a SuH manufactured quartz control plate and a hexagon wrench key size M2.
Make sure that the test certificate of the quartz plate is not expired.
Set the instrument zero with an empty and closed sample room.
Insert the quartz plate and connect it to the temperature control.
Perform a measurement and compare the result to the quartz plate certificate.
If the result is within the accepted tolerances, no action is required.
If the values differ from said tolerances, then the instrument has to be mechanically adjusted.
To do so, insert the wrench key into the calibration slots at the left side of the instrument. To calibrate the wavelength
589nm use the lower slot for any additional the upper slot. Make sure the wrench key enters into the screw head.
If the values were too low, turn the key slightly clockwise. If they were too high, turn the key slightly counter clockwise.
Execute measurements after each adjustment.
Continue with small adjustments until the measurement values show the specified quartz plate value.
Then remove the wrench key and seal the calibration slot with SuH sealing tape to avoid unauthorized access.
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To execute a measurement, at first select the appropriate method. The instrument comes with a selection of pre-configured
methods. In addition, you can design methods as per your specifications.
For more information about Methods, see chapter 9.3. “What is a Method?”
In either method, the instrument will measure the optical rotation of the sample. Further, the instrument can calculate the
concentration or the specific optical rotation, given that the user provides the necessary inputs.
For more details on how to start a Simple Measurement, see chapter 9.6.3.4. “Simple Measurement”.
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7.1 DISPLAY MODULE................................................................................................................................................................................................. 36
7.1 Display Module
Note: The availability of the display is OPTIONAL.
Please skip this section if you have ordered your instrument without display.
There are two sizes of display available for instruments of the VariFamily: 5” and 7”, both with capacative
touchscreen, resolution 800 x 480, PolyTouch™. Due to its larger size, the 7” version offers more comfort in
readability and space for showing information. Apart from that, the functionality of both display sizes is identical.
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With regards to the VariFamily we differentiate between modules, accessories and software options:
Modules:
Modules are all optional and/or exchangeable physical components of the instrument that can only be exchanged or added
by a SuH trained service technician.
Accessories:
Accessories are optional and/or exchangeable physical components or peripheral equipment of the instrument that the
users can exchange or add by themselves.
Software Options:
Software options are additional software features that can be unlocked with an update and/or an activation code.
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The VariPol can be configured with the following modules:
1. Base module Defines the accuracy and repeatability of the instrument
2. Sample room Defines the length of the module
3. Number of wavelengths Defines the number of wavelength in the instrument
4. Industry configuration You select industry specific software and hardware features
5. Wavelength module Defines which exact wavelength will be available in the instrument
For a color-coded example of these modules, see next page.
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Fig.: Example of a VariPol instrument module code
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For the VariPol, the following types of Accessories are available.
1. Displays
2. Sample tubes
3. Quartz plate calibration standards
4. Wireless Communication
5. Barcode Scanner
6. Printer
For a detailed overview of the full variation please contact your local SuH representative or
visit our website: https://schmidt-haensch.com/
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For the VariPol, the following software options are available:
1. 21 CFR Part 11 conformity Software module for 21 CFR part 11 included, incl. Data Base
2. Full data base function Integrated SQL database for electronic data management.
Efficient data storage of more than 100,000 data records.
(up to 10 years for regular usage)
3. Multi-user Access Several users can simultaneously access and use the same instrument
4. LIMS interfacing The instruments are generally able to be integrated into a customer’s LIMS
system.
If the administrator of this system needs consulting from S+H or adjustment to

our interface, please contact us.
For a detailed overview of the full variation please contact your local SuH representative or
visit our website: https://schmidt-haensch.com/
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S+H VariPol Aquisys 3 VariPol User Manual – Version 1 / Revision 1
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9.1 WHAT IS AQUISYS 3 .....................................................................................................................................................................................43
9.2 SYMBOLS USED IN AQUISYS 3......................................................................................................................................................................45
9.3 METHOD ......................................................................................................................................................................................................48
9.3.1 WHAT IS A METHOD? ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 48

9.3.2 SELECT A METHOD ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 55
9.3.3 SET METHOD AS DEFAULT METHOD.................................................................................................................................................................... 57
9.3.4 COPY A METHOD ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 59
9.3.5 DELETE A METHOD .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 61
9.3.6 SHARE A METHOD ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 63
9.3.7 CREATE A NEW METHOD .................................................................................................................................................................................. 65
9.4 WIDGETS .....................................................................................................................................................................................................69
9.4.1 WHAT IS A WIDGET?........................................................................................................................................................................................ 69

9.4.2 TYPES OF WIDGETS .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 72
9.4.3 TRAFFIC LIGHT WIDGET .................................................................................................................................................................................... 73
9.4.4 LIVE DATA WIDGET .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 75
9.4.5 TEMPERATURE WIDGET .................................................................................................................................................................................... 77
9.4.6 SET VALUE PRINTABLE ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 82
9.4.7 READ INFORMATION FROM WIDGET.................................................................................................................................................................... 83
9.4.8 CHANGE POSITION OF A WIDGET ........................................................................................................................................................................ 87
9.4.9 CREATE A WIDGET ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 90
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9.5 SYSTEM FUNCTIONS ....................................................................................................................................................................................92
9.5.1 GET SYSTEM INFORMATION ............................................................................................................................................................................... 92

9.5.2 LOGOUT......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 93
9.5.3 OPEN AUDIT LOG ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 94
9.5.4 HOME BUTTON ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 95
Aquisys 3 is the software that controls the instruments of the VariFamily and makes the measurement results visible and
sharable. Thanks to the intuitive operation, it guides the user through the measurements – right from the start through
individual configurations and settings until showing results as well as saving them and printing reports.
The Aquisys 3 software offers almost unlimited freedom of configuration. To mention but a few, you can define the layout
of the display elements (Widgets). You determine sequences of measurement routines and allocate them to a button in the
task bar.
To get an overview of the structure of Aquisys 3, have a look at the following picture with description.
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There are a few fixed elements on the home screen to have access to certain actions, wherever the user is in the application.
1 Main Menu (Methods, Configuration, Tools, About)
2 Home Button
3 Audit Log
4 Time / Date / User
5 About Aquisys3 (= serial number of instrument, software version, device IP address)
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Main Menu
Home Screen
Zero Device
Simple Measure
Save Simple Report
Print Report
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Batch Measurement (e.g. for VariPol, Method EU Pharmacopoeia)
Audit Trail
Download Audit Trail
List View
Screen View
Back
Confirm
Add
Delete
Copy
Share
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Printing / Printer Management
Search Printer
Add Printer
Printer List
VariPol (only)
Wavelength (Change Wavelength)
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This section describes the content and functionality of Methods in Aquisys 3.
In the context of Aquisys 3, a Method is a collection of settings to perform either a single measurement or batch
measurements in a pre-defined way, e.g. from zeroing the device to temperature control settings and starting the
measurement, saving results up to printing reports and more.
A Method reflects a systematic approach, designed to eliminate bias thanks to clearly defined steps. It is a systematic
process of achieving certain ends with accuracy and efficiency, usually in an ordered sequence of fixed steps.
Aquisys 3 comes with pre-installed methods, depending on your type of instrument. There is always a standard method
factory set (different for each type of instrument, e.g. a standard method for a polarimeter or a refractometer).
In addition, methods can be copied and modified or freely created from the scratch.
We strongly recommend to copy a pre-installed method and adjust it to your individual needs. See chapter 1.3.2 Create a
Method for more detailed information.
To give you a first insight, the Standard Method of the Refractometer is described as an example:
In general, most measurements are made at a standard temperature of 20°C.
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Fig.: Illustration to describe a Method using the Standard Method of a refractometer
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Set Zero Button
By tapping/clicking on this button, the instrument will be set to zero (reset) – a confirmation dialog with instructions to
clean the sample chamber and fill in distilled water will appear.
Alternatively, you can skip this step by confirming using the “Skip step” button.
To assure accurate results, the instrument should be zeroed often. We recommend to activate this procedure before
every measurement.
Fig: Set Zero Button
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Start Measurement
At first, fill in your sample.

By tapping/clicking on the [Start Measurement] button, a simple measurement will be started, i.e. just a single
measurement, no batch execution.
The results are displayed on screen.
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Save Simple Report
Aquisys 3 has created a report that is stored in the instrument. To save this report, tap/click on the [Save Report] button.
An interactive dialog will be displayed asking you to define the file name and choose the format of the report (either .PDF
or . CSV) to be saved.
Confirm your choice with the “Save” button. The report file will be either downloaded - if the instrument is in network
operation mode - or will be saved to an USB stick that will be automatically recognized if inserted to the USB slot.
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Print Simple Report
Aquisys 3 offers great flexibility in printing by using the standardized CUPS technology.
CUPS is a modular and open-source printing system that uses the Internet Printing Protocol (IPP) as the basis for managing
printers, print requests, and print queues. CUPS supports network printer browsing and PostScript Printer Description-
based printing options. CUPS also provides a common printing interface across a local network.
To print a report, tap/click on the [Print Report] button and select if you want to print on your Vari device or a local printer.
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Please note that the [Simple Print] and [Simple Report] functions only access and consequently display data of the last 50
measurements.
Further, the underlying data storage will be reset when you:
- use a sequence that refreshes the short term data storage
- restart the instrument
- change the method
- change instrument configurations
- access the instrument via a new device
In this case, the data will be available on your current platform but not on the new device.
- install an update
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You find a list of available methods (pre-installed and customized ones) in the Menu -> Methods.
The actual methods listed depend on the type of your instrument and its configuration. In addition, your user access right
level defines which methods will be displayed.
To select a Method, follow these steps which are illustrated on the next page.
1. Open the “Main Menu”.
2. Select the first menu item “Methods”. The available methods will be displayed (see 3 & 4).
3. To change the view of the methods from standard field view to list view, tap on the “List View” button.
4. Select the method from the fields or list and tap on the method field.
5. The Home Screen mode is automatically displayed and the selected method is shown
at the right side of the screen, confirming your chosen method.
Note: The pre-installed (factory set) methods cannot be deleted or edited by the user or administrator.
To do so, see chapter Copy, delete or create a method.
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Fig.: How to select a Method
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The Vari instrument comes with the Standard Method set as default method.
Note: Depending on your user access right level, you may not be authorized to change this setting.
To check which Method is set at default or to set another method as default method, follow these steps:
1. Go to the Main Menu and Select “Configuration”
2. Select “Methods”.
3. Navigate to [Set Default Method] (on page 2 of the display in this example).
4. Tap on the currently activated method (Standard) to open the list of all methods available.
Tap on the new method that you wish to set as default method (e.g. Brix instead of Standard).
Your selection is automatically saved.
5. If you tap on the [Home] button you will see that the change to Brix method is activated.
For an illustration of these steps, see next page.
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Fig.: How to set a Method as default method
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We strongly recommend to work on the basis of an existing method and copy it - for adjusting it to your individual needs.
You will just make modifications instead of starting from the scratch. This way, you will reach precise results with your new
individual method in a fraction of time compared to setting up a completely new method.
For the majority of applications and especially in the on-site lab starting phase of the instrument, the Standard method
seems to be the most suitable method to copy and adjust to your individual needs. If you have already a variety of specific
methods created in your lab, one of them may be your first choice to copy.
To copy a method, do the following:

1. Tap on the MENU button and go to CONFIGURATION.
2. Choose Methods. A list of all methods available on the instrument is shown.
3. Tap or click on the [COPY] button.
4. Mark the method you want to copy, e.g. Standard. Confirm by tapping on the CONFIRM button.
5. Type the new name for the new Method into the text field and confirm.
6. Confirm with the [Confirm] button.
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Fig.: How to copy a Method
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Only those methods that have been created by the admistrator or user with appropriate access right level are available for
deletion. Therefore, the pre-installed methods are not listed after pressing the [Delete] button.
To delete a Method, do the following:
1. Tap on the [MENU] button and go to CONFIGURATION.
2. Select Methods. A list of all methods available on the instrument is shown.
3. Tap on the [Delete] button.

The list of user-created methods is displayed with a checkbox for each method.
4. Select the method you want to delete, e.g. Standard0 (a copy of Standard method).
5. Confirm by tapping on the [CONFIRM] button.
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Fig.: How to delete a Method
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To share a Method, you need the appropriate user permission level. Please note that you can only share those methods
that you have created yourself.
If you wish to share a Method with other users, do the following:
2. Select Methods. A list of all methods available on the instrument is shown.
3. From the Methods, select the one that you have created and want to share.
4. Tap on the [Share] button.
5. From the displayed list of users, select the user(s) you want to share your Method with.
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Fig: How to share a Method
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Note: This chapter is relevant for advanced users only.
Creating a new Method gives you the highest level of flexibility in configuration. For maximum comfort in editing, we advise
to do this in the network operation mode of the instrument, preferably using a PC or tablet.
However, we recommend that only advanced users/administrators create new Methods. The access right levels implement
this approach (see Chapter User Management – Access Levels).
Create a new Method: Assign a Name
To create a Method, start with assigning a name and do the following:
2. Select METHODS. A list of all methods available on the instrument is shown.
3. Tap on the [PLUS] button.
4. Enter the name of the new method in the dialog window Create Method.
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Fig.: How to create a new Method – Assign a Name
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Create a new Method: Define Widgets
To fill your new method with content, you have to define the widgets (to design your home display setup) as well as the
buttons (to allocate the sequence(s) of your measurements and other commands, e.g. Zero Device, Print Report etc.)
For detailed explanations about Widgets, see chapter 9.4 Widgets.
To add Widgets to your new method, at first navigate to the Widgets Definition window.
To do this, follow these steps:
2. In the Methods window, select your newly created Method, e.g. New_Method.
3. In the New_Method window, select [Widgets].
4. Tap on the [+] button.
5. The list with the three types of Widgets is displayed.
For an illustration of steps 1-5, see next page.
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Fig.: How to create a new Method – Choose Widgets – Steps 1-5
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In Aquisys 3, a Widget is a control element in the user interface that visualises the measurement data and allows small
configurations. A widget helps you to easily monitor both the general instrument behavior as well as the status, settings
and results of the measurements.
A widget is the way to display a (measuring) value or information in a way that you want. You can define its size, content
and how to interact with it.
The layout of widgets on the Home screen is always associated to the (activated) Method, i.e. for different methods, your
Home screen display will have a specific layout if you customized it to your individual requirements.
This section describes the nature of widgets and how to install common and often used functions as widgets.
In general there are three types of widgets:
Traffic Light Widget
Live Data Widget
Temperature Widget
For each widget, you can individually define its size, content and how to interact with it.
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Note: You can only add a widget to self-created methods and not to pre-installed methods. To save time and efforts, we
recommend to copy an existing method and add widgets to it or delete widgets (as described in the following paragraphs).
Fig.: Example of Widgets of the Standard Method placed on the Home Screen (VariRef)
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In Aquisys 3, there is a 3x3 grid, so that you have 9 rectangular spaces for placing widgets on the display.
You have up to 5 pages with 9 spaces for widgets each.
To control the appearance of a widget, you have several layout options – horizontally and vertically.
For detailed instructions on how to place widgets on the Home screen, refer to chapter Placement of Widgets
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In general there are three types of widgets:

 Traffic Light Widget
 Live Data Widget
 Temperature Widget
Apart from the General category widgets, there are instrument specific widgets depending on the type and configuration
of your instrument.
The menu will guide you through the widget creation process.
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A Traffic Light Widget is first choice if you want to get instant visual information by red/green color display if a certain value
or status of the instrument is within defined thresholds.
The color settings of the Traffic Light Widget are pre-defined by Aquisys 3, just as known from a traffic light:
Green: Value is within the thresholds you defined for your widget
Red: Value is outside the thresholds you defined for your widget
Fig.: Example for Traffic Light Widget – RI Check
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Example: Traffic Light Widgets – General and VariPol – for the polarimeter VariPol
Navigation Path: Main Menu -> Configuration -> Method -> Choose Method -> Widget -> +
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Using a Live Data Widget enables you to see data, mostly the measuring value, in real time.
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Example: Live Data Widgets – General and VariPol – for the polarimeter VariPol
Navigation: Main Menu -> Configuration -> Method -> Choose Method -> Widget -> +
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This widget type is only used for the temperature values and differs from the “live data” widget because it also allows you
to change the temperature settings directly on the screen.
If you want to disable the possibility to change the temperature setting on the screen, for example because the actual user
does not have the right to do so, then please use the live data widget “Set Temperature” to see the target temperature and
“Measurement Temperature” to see the actually measured temperature.
To add a Temperature Widget, navigate as follows:

1. Go to [Menu]
2. Select [Configuration]
3. Select [Methods]
4. Select the relevant Method.
5. Tap/click on [Widgets]
6. Tap/click on the [Plus] icon and proceed with steps 7-12.
7. To check the correct appearance of the newly placed Temperature Widget, follow steps 13-17.
For an illustration of steps 1-6, see next page.
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Fig: Add a Temperature Widget, Steps 1-6
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Fig: Add a Temperature Widget, Steps 7-12
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Navigation Path: Menu  Methods  Select Method [Standard_Copy]
Navigate to page 2 of the screen display to see the newly placed Temperature Widget.
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From the Home screen, you have direct access to the Temperature Widget for reading information and make adjustments
for temperature.
1. Tap/click on the Temperature widget.

2. Tap/click on the gear icon for Settings.
3. Make your settings and confirm them with the Confirm button.
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To get the value printed in your report, you have to make the correct setting in the widget:
1. Activate the slider bar in the Settings Menu of the Widget by putting it to the right. The colour switches to blue.
If you wish to exclude the value from printing in your report, deactivate the slider by putting it to the left. The colour switches
to gray.
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To get a first impression, have a look at the below picture and refer to the explanations thereafter.
Select one of the widgets on the Home screen by tapping or clicking on it, e.g. Brix Scale.
Fig.: Example of getting information through a Widget (from Home screen)
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Selecting the Settings icon (gear symbol) brings you to the following fields with slider bar functionality:
Print Values Activate of deactivate slider bar to Print Values in report
Print Mean Value Activate of deactivate slider bar to Print Mean Value in report
Print Std Deviation Activate of deactivate slider bar to Print Std Deviation in report
Scatter Plot Activate of deactivate slider bar to get a diagram plot
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Selecting the History icon, information about the last measurements will be displayed.
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Selecting the Information icon, brings you to the following information:
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In Aquisys 3, there is a 3x3 grid, so that you have 9 rectangular spaces for placing widgets on the display. You have up to 5
pages with 9 spaces for widgets each.
To control the appearance of a widget, you have several layout options – horizontally and vertically.
You decide how many spaces/slots you want to allocate to one Widget.
On the Home screen, within the 3 x 3 grid, the possible sizes of the widgets are:
3x1 1x3 2x3 3x2 2x2
In the process of placing the widget – see chapter Define the position of a widget - just mark the size (one or more spaces
of the grid) by pressing the according grid fields. If activated, they will be colored green with the name of the widget shown
as text.
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Creating a new widget, please take care that you have space to place it at the desired location. In order to create a widget,
follow these steps:
1. Choose one of the three options

2. Then select if you want values that derive from a) the measurements that the instrument is taking or b) from the
instrument configuration
For a) select “General”,
For b) select “Vari….”,

3. Select the value you want to display
4. Place the widget as described in chapter 9.4.8 “Change Position of a Widget”.
Please note that you might have to either reduce the size of another (to do so you need to go into the submenu of
this widget) or add a second page to fit the new widget.
5. Confirm your selection and placement by pressing the [Home] button.
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To open the Audit Log, click/tap on the Audit Log button in the menu bar.
The Audit Log will be dispayed.
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The Home Button is a fixed element of the task bar no matter which Method you are using and which function you are
performing with your instrument.
By tapping/clicking on the button, you are navigated to the home display.
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The time and date is displayed at the lower right corner of the instruments interface together with the user name,
currently logged in.
The Standard setting for the time is Central European Time (CET), the time zone of Berlin.
The time setting can only be changed by the administrator and will be logged in the Audit Log.
In order to change the time and date setting please follow these steps:
1. Tap on the menu button
2. Tap on [Configurations]
3. Tap on [Settings]
4. Tap on [Device Configuration]
5. Tap on [Time & Date Settings]
6. Select whether you want to change the time, date or time zone.
7. Implement your changes.
8. Confirm with the [Confirm] button.
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Fig: How to make Time & Date Settings, Steps 1-6
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To make the requested settings, select either [Set Time], [Set Date] or [Set Timezone] and proceed with your settings.
On this page, you find examples for [Set Time]and [Set Date]
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On this page, you see an illustration on how to make settings for the Timezone.
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Please note that only an admin user can install updates.

If it is required to install an update, please make sure you have a stable internet connection or the update file already on a
USB stick connected with the instrument.
The instrument will then automatically recognize if there is a new update ready for installation.
It is possible that the instrument shows available updates but you are not able to install them. In this case, there are two
possibilities:
1. You do not have administrator rights on the instrument.
2. The Update is not included in the package you purchased.
If you are interested in more information, contact your local SuH representative.
Depending on the gravity of the changes in the update a partial or complete re-evaluation of the software with respect
to the 21 CFR Part 11 conformity might be necessary. Please confirm this with you SuH representative before installing
the update.
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To install an update, follow these steps:

1. Tap on the SuH button
2. Note the Software Version, Revision and Variation numbers
3. Tap on the Menu button
4. Tap on Tools
5. Tap on Available updates
6. Follow the instructions
7. Restart the instrument if no restart has occurred.
8. Check the software Version, Revision and Variation numbers to see if the update was successful.
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In Aquisys 3, a Button is a graphical control element that allows the user to trigger an event or sequence of events.
Buttons
All buttons that can be copied and/or configured by a user will trigger a sequence.
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In Aquisys 3, a Sequence is a number of events occurring in a pre-set order.

For example, a sequence order can be:
Reset instrument  Request sample ID  measure 5 times  print out average of the 5 measurements.
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This button gives you direct access to make a printout of a Simple Report just by tapping/clicking on it. This can be done
on the instrument display and/or in the Ethernet mode on the PC.
The printer will be the one that has been set as default printer.
For more information, e.g. about making printer settings as well as adding and/or deleting printers,
refer to chapter 9.9 “Printing and Reporting”
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By tapping/clicking on this button, the instrument will be set to zero (reset) – a confirmation dialog with instructions to
clean the sample chamber and fill in distilled water will appear.
Alternatively, you can skip this step by confirming using the “Skip step” button.
To assure accurate results, the instrument should be zeroed often. We recommend to activate this procedure before
every measurement.
Fig: Set Zero Button
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Please note that the functionality of the [Change Wavelength] Button is only applicable for relevant instruments (e.g.
VariPol) that have more than one wavelength available in the instrument.
To change the wavelength of your instrument, click/tap on the [Change Wavelength] Button.
Fig.: Example for [Change Wavelength] Button
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At first, fill in your sample.

By tapping/clicking on the [Start Measurement] button, a simple measurement will be started, i.e. just a single
measurement, no batch execution.
The results are displayed on screen.
Fig.: Illustration for [Simple Measurement] Button
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Making use of Batch Measurement functionality gives you the possibility to save time in your lab processes.
Here, you see an example of a VariPol instrument screen where the chosen Method “EU Pharmacopoeia” includes a
preset button for batch measurements.
Fig.: Example for [Batch Measurement] Button for VariPol
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For more details, please refer to chapter 9.3.1.
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To start to copy a Sequence, navigate as follows:

1. Go to [Menu].
2. Select [Configuration].
3. Select [Sequences].
4. The list of Sequence types to choose from is displayed.
Fig: Navigation to list of Sequence types
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Example how to copy a Basic Sequence
5. Click on the [Copy] icon and

6. Select [Simple Measure] to copy.
7. Type a Name for the copied Sequence.
8. To confirm, click/tap on the [Confirm] button.
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The menu will guide you the process of making further adjustments to the Sequence that you have just copied.
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Below you find an overview of all Sequences.
Fig.: Overview of Sequences
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To edit a Sequence, navigate as follows:

1. Go to [Menu].
4. The list of Sequence types to choose from is displayed.
Select the type, e.g. [Report Sequences].
5. Select the Sequence that you want to edit, e.g. [Print Report].
Fig.: How to edit a Sequence
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To create a new Sequence, navigate as follows:

1. Go to [Menu].
4. Click/tap on the [+] button to add a new Sequence.
Fig.: How to create a new Sequence
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Please note that you need the appropriate user permission level to do this.
To edit a Button , you access the button via Menu -> Configuration -> Methods.
Select the Method that contains the button that you want to edit.
Then click on [Buttons] to access the button and proceed with making adjustments following the steps shown on the
screen.
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Please note that you need the appropriate user permission level to do this.
To create a new Button, you access the button via Menu -> Configuration -> Methods.
Select the Method that contains the button that you want to edit.
Then click on [Buttons] to access the button.
Click on the [+] button.
Proceed with following the steps shown on the screen.
For an example, see the illustrations on the following pages.
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Once you have selected the Icon for your Button, a short confirmation message will appear on the screen.
Click on the [Home] button to save your configuration.
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The below figure shows that the newly created Button for Zero Device appears in the task bar below for the Method
“Standard_Copy”.
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Add Printer
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Print outs are initialized with via the print button.

The Print button offers two functions:
1. The Print button that is or can be assigned to a Method will execute a simple print.
For more information regarding the Simple Print button, please see chapter 9.3.1.
2. The Print button in the data viewer will execute a detailed print out of all the data sets selected.
If you use either print function from a secondary device, you will be presented with the option to either print locally (the
standard printer of the PC) or to print using the standard printer of the Instrument.
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If you want to utilize an automatic Simple Print after each measurement, we recommend that you use the appropriate
sequence, which you will find under:
1. Menu
2. Configuration
3. Sequences
4. Report Sequences
5. Print Report
6. Print Report
7. Command Print
8. Confirm and save
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To get the value printed in your report, you have to make the correct setting in the widget:
1. Click on the Widget, e.g. [Absorption].
2. Click on the gear icon to make settings in the widget.
3. Activate the slider bar in the Settings Menu of the Widget by putting it to the right. The colour switches to blue.
If you wish to exclude the value from printing in your report, deactivate the slider by putting it to the left. The colour switches
to gray.
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The report button offers two functions:

1. The Report button that is or can be assigned to a Method will execute a Simple Report.
For more information regarding the report print, please see chapter 9.3.1.
2. The Report button in the data viewer will execute a detailed print out of all the data sets selected.
When you use either report button, you always have the choice to either create a CSV or a PDF file.
You can also adjust the file name in the first field.
If you use the report function on the instrument, make sure that you have attached a USB drive to the instrument to
which the file can be stored.
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If you want to utilize an automatic Simple Report after each measurement, we recommend that you use the appropriate
sequence, which you will find under:
1. Menu
2. Configuration
3. Sequences
4. Batch Sequences
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If not done earlier, you can customize the company name shown on the reports by following these steps:
1. Menu
2. Configuration
3. Settings
4. Application Settings
5. Company Name
6. Type in your company name.
7. To finish, confirm with the check icon and return to the home screen.
Fig.: Change Company Name in the Application Settings
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The data base function will only be available if you have ordered the “Full Data Base” function or the “21 CFR Part 11”
mode with your instrument.
The data base stores all measurements made with the instrument.
To access the data base, follow the path: Menu  Tools  Data Viewer  Choose Filter  Select View Level
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The user level determines if the Advanced view mode is accessible.

Here you can select by date, logged-in user, batch ID, sample ID and/or value measured, which data should be shown.
Below you find an overview of the options for selecting in the Advanced view mode.
Period (Date and Time)
Fig.: Choose Filter for data base
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Fig. 8: Example of Filter for measurements in data base
At first you will see an overview of all data as per your filter.
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By clicking on a single measurement you can view more detailed information and the confirmation status of the
measurement.
Fig.: Example of Selected Measurement (selected from data base)
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By using the “thumbs up” or “thumbs down” button, users with the appropriate rights can accept or reject a
measurement.
This information, as well as the comments, will be documented in the confirmation history which can be reached via the
“clock” button.
Fig. 10: Confirmation history: Example of rejected measurement
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You can either print or export reports. For export, either PDF or CSV files are possible.
When accessing the instrument from a secondary device, the report can be directly stored on the device via download.
The reports can also be saved to a USB storage device connected to the instrument.
Please note, that the 21 CFR Part 11 conform handling of data is only ensured by SuH for the data inside the internal
storage of the instrument. Once reports are exported, it is the responsibility of the user to ensure a continued conformity
of the data handling, if required.
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Each user level has the following rights. The Guest user is not applicable in the 21 CFR Part 11 mode.
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Only the administrator and the advanced user can create new users.
To create a new user, follow these steps:

1. Menu
2. Configuration
3. Settings
4. User Management
5. Users
6. Add (create) a new user by tapping on the [Plus] button.
Fig: Create a New User, Steps 1-6
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7. A new dialog window opens where you fill in the details of the new user you want to create.
8. Click on [User Name] and type in the name of the user. To confirm, use the [Confirm] button.
You are returned to the [Add New User] window.
9. Click on [Login] and type in the Login for this user.
Make sure that this login is unique.
To confirm, use the [Confirm] button.
10. Click on [Password] and type the password into the first line, then retype it into the second line.
11. Click on [User Level] and allocate the appropriate User Level to the user.
For an overview of Permission levels for different types of user, see chapter 1.11.1, “User Types”.
12. To confirm all settings made for the new user, click on the [Confirm] button.
13. The new user has been created and can login from now on.
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Fig: Create a New User, Steps 7-12
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Please note that only the Advanced User and the Administrator have the right to modify users.
The following details of the users can be modified:
- Name of user
- Language
- Permission level
- Picture
Please note that the User ID and the Login name cannot be modified or deleted (from the list of users).
If you delete a user, this user will be shown as [Deactivated] which is relevant for CFR Part 11 conformity.
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If you wish to modify a user, you need a list of all users where you can select the user for modification.
To get a list of all users, do the following:
1. Click on [Menu).
2. Select [Configuration]
3. Select [Settings]
4. Select [User Management]
5. Click on [Users]
6. Select the user for modification.
Fig: How to select a user for modification
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The 21 CFR Part 11 mode is only available if it has been ordered with your instrument.
When the mode has been enabled, the instrument allows data and security handling only in accordance with the FDA
guidelines as described in the 21 CFR Part 11 regulations.
By enabling the CFR Part 11 mode, the following aspects change compared to an instrument in regular mode:
Security Feature Standard Operation 21 CFR Part 11 Mode
Audit Trail on on
Audit Trail Export off off
Electronic signature off on
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Security Feature Standard Operation 21 CFR Part 11 Mode
Electronic signature requires password off Off
Auto-log off off after 15 minutes
Minimum password length Off (5 characters) 6 characters
Password expiration off After 90 days
Reports as per GLP off on
Guest User on off
Possibility to comment on measurement results off on
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The 21 CFR Part 11 mode is only available if it has been ordered with your instrument.
To enable the CFR Part 11 Mode, follow these steps:
1. Menu
2. Configuration
3. Settings
4. Application Settings
5. Activate the slider bar to enable the 21 CFR Part 11 Mode.
If you wish to disable the 21 CFR Part 11 Mode, put the slider to the left. not please do so.
6. To finish and confirm, go to the Home screen to save this change in configuration.
You can also use this step to change the company name and logo that will be shown on reports.
See chapter 9.9.7, “Adjust Company Name for Reports”
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Fig.: Enabling CFR Part 11 Mode in the Application Settings
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To access the Audit Log, click on the [Audit Log] icon.

This icon is a fixed element on the Aquisys 3 screen, i.e. available at any time.
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To download the Audit Log to your PC/network, do the following:

1. Click on the [Download Audit Log] button.
2. In the appearing window, click on Save to download the log file.
3. Depending on your system settings –the file will be saved and downloaded in TXT format to your PC, e.g. to the
Download folder.
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To save and download the Audit Log to a USB storage device, do the following:
1. Insert a USB storage device, e.g. a USB stick, into the USB input slot at the rear side of the instrument.
2. Click on the [Download Audit Log] button.
3. In the appearing window, click on [Save to USB] to confirm the download of the log file.
4. The Audit Log file will be saved and downloaded in TXT format to your USB storage device.
The successful download will be confirmed on the screen.
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10 Typical Applications
The VariPol is specifically designed for the modern laboratory. Its easy connectivity and small foot print offer ideal solutions
for the challenges of the laboratory of the 21st century. The instrument is ideal for use in the
- pharmaceutical,
- chemical,
- bio chemical industry and
- teaching laboratories
both for quality control of raw materials and finished products as well as research projects.
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11.1 MAINTENANCE INTERVALS............................................................................................................................................................................... 148

11.2 MAINTENANCE WORKS .................................................................................................................................................................................. 148
The VariPol polarimeter is designed for continuous operation, but regular maintenance is advised. Please remove the liquid
from the tube during longer disuse of the instrument. Rinse the tube with a lot of distilled water and blow it dry for approx.
2 minutes.
It is appropriate to extract the unit from the power supply to clean the it. To ensure safe operation of the device, it is
advisable to send them even without the occurrence of errors to service every two years to get the best performance
guaranteed.
The best way to inspect the device is to remove it from the power supply. It is advised to clean the device after removing.
Especially the light sources must be absolutely devoid of material residua. Now the instrument can be checked with distilled
water and calibrate, if necessary, at room temperature. If the deviations are higher than the specified values, please contact
the Schmidt+Haensch – customer service.
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12 Device Specifications
12.1 VARIPOL-CODE ......................................................................................................................................................................................149
12.2 DEVICE SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................................................................................................150
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SCHMIDT+HAENSCH GmbH & Co.

Opto-electronic Measuring Instruments
Waldstraße 80 / 81
13403 Berlin
Germany
Tel: +49 / (0)30 – 41 70 72 – 0

Fax: +49 / (0)30 – 41 70 72 – 99
e-Mail: sales@schmidt-haensch.de
Website: www.schmidt-haensch.de
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14 Safety Advices
14.1 ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS .......................................................................................................................................................155
14.2 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS .................................................................................................................................................................158
This manual does not claim to address all the safety aspects involved in servicing and operating a Schmidt+Haensch
polarimeter and/or handling samples. It is the customers responsibility to ensure all safety regulations and protective
recautions for the persons concerned work with the device. Schmidt+Haensch guarantees and warrants the proper function
of the polarimeter only, if no unauthorized adjustments are made to mechanical parts, electronic parts and software, and
the following points are adhered to.
Read the instruction manual before using the instrument.
Follow all advises, warnings and instructions in the manual to ensure the correct and safe functioning of the
Schmidt+Haensch polarimeter.
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This device is supposed to be used only in-doors in an area that should be free of dust, smoke and corrosive fumes.
The temperature of the environment should be in the range of 15 °C to 35 °C (60 °F to 95 °F) and the relative humidity
should be 10 % to 75 % non-condensing.
If a circulatory thermostat is included, it should be sited near the device with a water tap and sink in the vicinity.
The bench top should be smooth, level, free from vibration and able to support the instrument’s weight.
The exact dimensions can be found in chapter 12.2 “Device Specifications”.
Do not expose the instrument to direct sun-light.
Always leave enough space around the instrument to allow for adequate cooling via air circulation.
Toxic Fumes
If you are working with volatile solvents or toxic substances, etc., you must provide an efficient laboratory ventilation system
to remove vapors that may be produced when you are performing analyses.
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Waste Disposal
Waste containers may contain corrosive or organic solutions and small amounts of the substances that were analyzed. If
these materials are toxic, you may have to treat the collected effl uent as hazardous waste. Refer to your local safety
regulations for proper disposal procedures.
Operating Conditions
Explosive Atmosphere
This instrument is not designed for operation in an explosive atmosphere.
Storage Conditions
You can store the instrument safely under the following conditions:
- Ambient temperatures of -20 ºC to +60 ºC (-4 ºF to 140 ºF)
- Ambient relative humidity 20 % to 80 %, without condensation
- Altitude up to 2000 m (above mean sea level)
When you remove the instrument from storage, before putting it into operation, allow it to stand for at least a day under
the approved operating conditions.
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Chemicals
Use, store, and dispose of chemicals that you require for your analyses in accordance with the manufacturer’s
recommendations and local safety regulations.
Hazardous Chemicals
Some chemicals used with this instrument may be hazardous or may become hazardous after completion of an analysis.
The responsible body (for example, Laboratory Manager) must take the necessary precautions to ensure that the
surrounding workplace is safe and that instrument operators are not exposed to hazardous levels of toxic substances
(chemical or biological). Venting for fumes and disposal of waste must be in accordance with all national, state and local
health and safety regulations and laws.
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The device can operate on electricity supplies of 50 or 60 Hz and on voltage ranges of 85 to 260V. It has a maximum power
consumption of 150 VA.
If possible, do not use photocopiers, dischar-ge lamps, radio transmitters and other equip-ment with large or frequent
transient loads on the same supply circuit.
IEC 61010 Compliance
This instrument has been designed and tested in accordance with IEC 61010 1: Safety requirements for electrical equipment
for measurement, control, and laboratory use, and Amendment 1 to this standard.
Electrical Protection – Insulation
Class I as defined in IEC 61010-1.
Electrical Protection - Installation Category
This instrument is able to withstand transient overvoltage according to Installation Category II as defined in IEC 61010-1 and
IEC 664.
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Electrical Protection – Pollution Degree
The equipment will operate safely in environments that contain non-conductive foreign matter and condensation up to
Pollution Degree 2 as defined in IEC 61010-1 and IEC 664.
Electrical Safety
Use only fuses with the required current rating and of the specifi ed type for replacement.
Do not use makeshift fuses or short-circuit the fuse holders.
Whenever it is likely that the instrument is no longer electrically safe for use, make the instrument inoperative and secure
it against any unauthorized or unintentional operation.
The instrument is likely to be electrically un-safe when it:

- Shows visible damage
- Fails to perform the intended measurement
- Has been subjected to prolonged storage under unfavorable conditions
- Has been subjected to severe transport stresses
Electrical Compatibility (EMC)
Please refer to the “Certificate of conformity” supplied with the instrument.
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15.1 PACKAGE CONTENTS .............................................................................................................................................................................160
15.2 REPACKAGING ......................................................................................................................................................................................160
The package contents shall be in accordance with the items listed on the Delivery Note of the instrument.
To send the instrument back to Schmidt + Haensch or one of its retailers, please mind the following packaging advices:
If possible, use the packaging provided by SuH to repack the instrument. Most important is the use of the Styrofoam
protection frame.
If these are not available to you, use stable cartoon box at least 30% larger in volume as the instrument and fill the all-
around the instrument with soft protective material such as bubble wrap or Styrofoam pellets.
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Network
Two or more computers connected to each other with hardware (network adapters) and networking software to
communicate and exchange data.
Browser
The "Browser" is a computer program that allows you to view web pages. There are several browsers. On the computer
they are usually there from the beginning, for example the Internet Explorer (Windows) or the Safari (Mac). Tablet PCs and
smartphones also have their own browser, which you do not have to download yourself.
For almost all mentioned devices you get free Internet browsers: for example Firefox, Opera and Chrome.
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IP-Address
An IP address is assigned to every computer on an Ethernet network. Like the street address for your home, an IP address
identifies network computers. It helps traffic flow between computers because each one has its own IP address.
An IP address is formatted as a series of four values separated by periods: 192.168.0.1
Each value ranges from 0 through 255. Each period is just a period.
For your home or office network, the IP address is most likely assigned by the router, using something called DHCP. The
router keeps track of every computer’s NIC and maps an IP address to the NIC every time the computer joins the network.
In the end, all computers have a unique IP address, and the world is safe for local networking.
The IP address assigned to your PC on a network is a local address. Similar IP addresses are used on the Internet to identify
domains and other resources. Those are Internet IP addresses, separate from your local address.
The router is assigned an IP address by your Internet service provider (ISP). That IP address is an Internet IP address. It’s
shared by all PCs on your network. Local IP addresses start with 192.168 and 10.0.
The IP addresses discussed here are IPv4 addresses. Because the number of unique IP addresses is limited, a second
standard, IPv6, has been established. The IPv6 standard allows for many more addresses, which will help accommodate
future growth of the Internet.
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If the router doesn’t assign an IP address, one must be configured manually. No two computers on the network can have
the same IP address.
IP is often prefixed by the acronym TCP, as in TCP/IP. The TCP part stands for Transfer Control Protocol: It’s simply a set of
rules for transmitting information on a network. Technically, TCP/IP refers to the methods and engineering as opposed to a
specific address or value.
TCP/IP
(English abbreviation: Transmission Control Protocol / Internet Protocol) This is a network protocol that controls the
communication of a computer with the Internet. The protocol divides the information that is sent to the Internet into smaller
packages and provides them with certain markings. This allows the packets to reach their destination and the TCP / IP
protocol can identify them there.
DHCP
A number that identifies a computer’s location on the Internet. On a modern Ethernet network, with a robust router as
overseer, IP addresses are assigned to each PC as it joins the network. The process, which is automatic, is referred to as
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, or DHCP.
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There’s nothing to set up: Your router’s configuration program most likely contains a page that directs the router to use
DHCP to set IP addresses. You can turn off the option, but there’s no reason to do so.
There are two parts to DHCP: the client and the host. The host exists on your router, which assigns IP addresses. The client
is on your computer. It asks the host for an IP addresses and then assigns that address to the network connection.
When your computer isn’t connected to a network, its DHCP client program assigns a random IP address to the computer.
That IP address is useless because the PC isn’t connected to a network. But the random IP address confuses some users
because it appears as though the computer has a legitimate IP address. It does not.
The best way to test a network connection is to ping the router. You can configure the router to specify which range of IP
addresses to use. Again, you have no reason to change the DHCP settings for a small, home or office network.
LAN/Ethernet
Multiple computers connected as a network in one general location. A "Local Area Network" is a local area network where
computers are connected. A home network in which multiple computers access each other to an Internet connection is
usually a LAN. A connection can be made by cable or wireless (WLAN)
Server
A computer that provides services for other computers (called workstations or clients) on a network. Also called a host.
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17 Troubleshooting
17.1 DISPLAY DOESN’T TURN ON.............................................................................................................................................................................. 166

17.2 SLOW REACTIVITY OF DISPLAY .......................................................................................................................................................................... 167
17.3 PROBLEMS WITH CONNECTION TO NETWORK...................................................................................................................................................... 167
17.4 ISSUES WITH EXTERNAL ACCESS ........................................................................................................................................................................ 168
To make the process of troubleshooting easier and faster, please provide the following information when you contact
Schmidt + Haensch:
The information (preferably a screenshot) from the About widget (system information) of your instrument
If the problem you want to solve is related to a measured value, please make this measurement again with the STANDARD
method and send a screenshot of this to Schmidt + Haensch.
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17.1 Display doesn’t turn on
If you turn on your instrument and the display doesn’t turn on:
1. Check if the blue light in the SuH-logo on the front of the instrument is on.
If not then re-check the correct connection of the power supply.
2. If so, then please confirm that the display is fully embedded into the housing.
Please refer to the below picture for reference.
For more details on how to insert the optional display, see chapter 4.3.
3. If those steps did not solve the issue please contact your local SuH representative.
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17.2 Slow Reactivity of Display
Please check if the transport protection film has been removed from the screen.
17.3 Problems with Connection to Network
If you can’t connect to the instrument with a secondary device in your own network, please check:
1. Does the instrument show an IP address?

a) If so, check the correct connection of the Ethernet cable at the instrument and the socket.
b) If not, confirm with your system administrator if the network requires additional steps to authorize
new IP addresses or even automatically provides IP addresses to new instruments.
2. If so, check with the system administrator if the instrument is in the same sub network of your local network and
no additional restrictions are in place.
3. If those steps did not solve the issue, please contact your local SuH representative.
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17.4 Issues with External Access
If you face issues during the access from a secondary device, please check if those issues can be solved by using the Chrome
browser.
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18 History of this document
Date Revision Changes … Released by
17.01.2020 1 A. Pinther
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19 EC – Declaration of Conformity
Name of manufacturer: SCHMIDT+HAENSCH

Location of manufacturer: Waldstraße 80/81
D - 13403 Berlin
We declare under our sole responsibility that the product

VariPol
to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the following standards or other normative documents:
EN 55014-1 2018 Electromagnetic compatibility – Requirements for household appliances, electric tools and similar
apparatus
EN 55022 2019 Information technology equipment, Radio disturbance characteristics – Limits and methods of
measurement
EN 61010-1 2011 Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)

EN 61000-4-2 2012 Testing and measurement techniques – Electrostatic discharge immunity test
EN 61000-4-3 2011 Testing and measurement techniques – Radiated, radio-frequency, electromagnetic field immunity
test
EN 61000-4-4 2010 Testing and measurement techniques - Electrical fast transient/burst immunity test
EN 61000-6-1 2019 Generic standards - Immunity for residential, commercial and light-industrial environments
EN 61000-6-3 2012 Generic standards - Emission standard for residential, commercial and light-industrial environments
Following the provisions of directives 2004/108/EC electromagnetic compatibility.
The CE mark was affixed: 04/2019
This document is valid without signature. An original is available on request.
Berlin, 14.05.2019
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VariPol Manual Schmidt + Haensch

Fully automatic allround laboratory polarimeter

Innovators by tradition since 1864.

[ZHO] 本指南中的某些章节可能不完整. 最新，最完整的文檔始終以英文顯示.

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS .................................................................................................................................................................................... 2

4 GETTING STARTED / INSTALLATION .............................................................................................................................................................. 9

4.1 UNPACK THE DEVICE ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 9

5.1 INTRODUCTION TO POLARIMETRY ............................................................................................................................................................................ 19

6.1 OVERVIEW .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 26

6.3.1 Tubes and Temperature ......................................................................................................................................................................... 29

7 GENERAL MODULES FUNCTIONS .................................................................................................................................................................36

7.1 DISPLAY MODULE................................................................................................................................................................................................. 36

8 VARIPOL MODULES FUNCTIONS AND ACCESSORIES ....................................................................................................................................37

8.1 INTRODUCTION TO VARIPOL MODULES AND ACCESSORIES ........................................................................................................................................... 37

9.1 WHAT IS AQUISYS 3 .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 43

9.4.2 Types of Widgets .................................................................................................................................................................................... 72

9.8.2 Create a New Button ............................................................................................................................................................................ 117

10 TYPICAL APPLICATIONS .............................................................................................................................................................................147

11 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE ....................................................................................................................................................................148

11.1 MAINTENANCE INTERVALS............................................................................................................................................................................... 148

11.2 MAINTENANCE WORKS .................................................................................................................................................................................. 148

12 DEVICE SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................................................................................149

12.1 VARIPOL-CODE ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 149

13 LEGALS AND LICENSING .............................................................................................................................................................................153

14 SAFETY ADVICES ........................................................................................................................................................................................154

14.1 ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS..................................................................................................................................................................... 155

15.1 PACKAGE CONTENTS ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 160

17.1 DISPLAY DOESN’T TURN ON.............................................................................................................................................................................. 166

18 HISTORY OF THIS DOCUMENT ...................................................................................................................................................................169

19 EC – DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ........................................................................................................................................................170

4.1 UNPACK THE DEVICE ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 9

Appearance of the items is subject to change without prior notice.

An adequate location is characterized the following way:

1. Located indoors in an area free of dust, smoke and corrosive fumes

2. The temperature of the environment should be in the range 15 °C to 35 °C (60 °F to 95 °F)

3. The relative humidity should be 10 % to 75 % non-condensing

4. A bench space of at least 430 x 160 x 300 mm (W x H x D)

5. A bench space that supports at least 13kg

If not use the adjustable feet of the instrument to align it.

7. No exposure of the instrument to direct sun light

8. At least 25 cm of free space around the instrument to allow for cooling.

To insert the optional display, do the following:

Plug the network cable into the device.

Open the browser on your external device, we recommend Google Chrome.

5.1 INTRODUCTION TO POLARIMETRY ............................................................................................................................................................................ 19

5.1 Introduction to Polarimetry

A very simple polarimeter consists of at least these parts:

Figure 1: Polarimeter build-up

length of the tube

colour of light (wavelength)

c : concentration (in g / 100 cm3 solution)

: rotation (in angular degree)

 20D : specific rotation

l : length of the tube (in mm)

 20D = 66.588 ± 0.002

Effects on Polarimetry Measurings

Description Wavelength  20D 

mercury green 546.23 nm 78.4178 40.777°

sodium yellow 589.44 nm 66.5885 34.626°

HeNe laser 632.99 nm 57.2144 29.751°

NIR 882.60 nm 28.5306 14.836°

Reading(T) = Reading(20.0°C) (1.0 + 0.000144 (T - 20.0))

In difference to that, the rotation of solutions will decrease with temperature.