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Grabner MiniScan IR Vision

The MINISCAN IR VISION operation manual provides essential information for the safe and effective use of the portable fuel analyzer, including safety instructions, maintenance, and operational guidelines. It emphasizes the importance of adhering to safety protocols to prevent risks associated with improper use and maintenance. The document also outlines the responsibilities of operators and the necessity of keeping the manual updated for reference.

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PORTABLE FUEL ANALYZER

MINISCAN IR VISION
OPERATION MANUAL
M-V1.09 SW-V2.4

Part 1 of 2
IMPRINT
Issued by

Grabner Instruments Messtechnik GmbH

Dr. Otto-Neurath-Gasse 1
A-1220 Vienna
Austria
Phone: +43/1/282 16 27-0
Fax: +43/1/282 16 27 300
[Link]@[Link]
[Link]

Copyright © 2020 AMETEK, Inc.

All rights reserved.
The information contained in this instruction manual, the attached
drawings, spares sheets and parts lists are the intellectual property of
AMETEK, Inc.
Under the protection granted by copyright, this documentation may not be
reproduced or transmitted in part or in full, for any purpose, in any form
and by any electronic or mechanical means, or by means of photocopying
or recording, or with information storage and retrieval systems, without
the express written permission of AMETEK, Inc. or its subsidiaries. It is
also forbidden to pass on the information to third parties. This instruction
manual is to be returned to us on demand.

Updating This instruction manual can be changed without prior notice and without
liability on the part of AMETEK, Inc. or its subsidiaries.

Issue date 03.12.2020/EN

General

Table of content
Part 1 of 2

1 General 5
1.1 Identification of the instrument ............................................................................................. 5
1.2 Purpose of the documentation ............................................................................................... 5
1.3 Care of the documentation ..................................................................................................... 5
1.4 Liability ................................................................................................................................... 5
1.5 Warranty ................................................................................................................................. 6

2 Safety 7
2.1 Explanation of the symbols and types of note ....................................................................... 8
2.1.1 Safety instructions ....................................................................................................................... 8
2.1.2 Important mandatory instructions .............................................................................................. 9
2.1.3 Information and notes on use ...................................................................................................... 9
2.2 Appropriate use .................................................................................................................... 10
2.3 Reasonably predictable incorrect use ................................................................................. 10
2.4 Safety and protective devices ............................................................................................... 11
2.4.1 Symbols on the instrument........................................................................................................ 11
2.5 Areas of responsibility .......................................................................................................... 12
2.5.1 Areas of responsibility on the part of the operator ................................................................... 12
2.5.2 Areas of responsibility on the part of personnel....................................................................... 12
2.5.3 Personal protective equipment ................................................................................................. 12
2.6 Safety instructions ................................................................................................................ 13
2.6.1 Setting up.................................................................................................................................... 13
2.6.2 Mains connection ....................................................................................................................... 13
2.6.3 Operation .................................................................................................................................... 14

3 Transportation 15

4 Unpacking 16

5 Description 19
5.1 Front ..................................................................................................................................... 19
5.2 Outlet side............................................................................................................................. 20
5.3 Rear side ............................................................................................................................... 21

6 Installation 22
6.1 DC/AC Power converter ....................................................................................................... 23
6.2 External keyboard ................................................................................................................ 23
6.3 Printer................................................................................................................................... 23
6.4 LAN interface........................................................................................................................ 23

MINISCAN IR VISION
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7 Concept of the MINISCAN IR VISION 24

7.1 Measuring methods.............................................................................................................. 24
7.2 Fuel Groups .......................................................................................................................... 24

8 Operation 25
8.1 Common Description............................................................................................................ 25
8.1.1 User Interface............................................................................................................................. 25
8.1.2 Login ........................................................................................................................................... 25
8.1.3 Structure of the User Interface ................................................................................................. 26
8.1.4 Status .......................................................................................................................................... 27
8.1.5 Important Buttons ...................................................................................................................... 28
8.1.6 Navigation Bar ............................................................................................................................ 29
8.1.7 Keyboard and Numpad............................................................................................................... 29
[Link] Chinese Keyboard .................................................................................................................. 30
8.2 Work with the IR VISION ....................................................................................................... 31
8.2.1 Measurement ............................................................................................................................. 31
[Link] Switch on the instrument ....................................................................................................... 31
[Link] Define measurement settings ............................................................................................... 31
[Link] Options ................................................................................................................................... 37
[Link] Measurement Warnings......................................................................................................... 42
8.2.2 Calibration: Analyzer Preparation for Measurements ............................................................. 43
[Link] Setting up the IR VISION for Calibration Measurements ....................................................... 43
8.2.3 Calibration of methods (Concentration) .................................................................................... 44
[Link] Switch on the instrument ....................................................................................................... 44
[Link] Preparation of calibration samples ....................................................................................... 44
[Link] Measure Calibration Samples................................................................................................ 44
[Link] Gain and Offset ....................................................................................................................... 45
[Link] Substance Calibration ............................................................................................................ 46
8.2.4 Calibration of new samples (Prediction) ................................................................................... 48
[Link] Switch on the instrument ....................................................................................................... 48
[Link] Calibration.............................................................................................................................. 48
8.2.5 Group Assignment for Methods ................................................................................................. 51
8.2.6 Methods Training........................................................................................................................ 53
[Link] Train Selected Methods ......................................................................................................... 53
[Link] Train All Methods ................................................................................................................... 54
8.2.7 How to improve results for predicted properties ..................................................................... 55
[Link] Step 1: Change a method's group assignment ...................................................................... 55
[Link] Step 2: Add new calibration data............................................................................................ 57
[Link] Step 3: Create a new method ................................................................................................. 58
8.2.8 Calibration of Density Meter ...................................................................................................... 59

9 Instrument Screens 63
9.1 Main Menu ............................................................................................................................ 63
9.2 Measurement Menu ............................................................................................................. 64
9.2.1 Parameter Menu ........................................................................................................................ 65
9.2.2 Measurement Settings ............................................................................................................... 66
9.3 Rinsing .................................................................................................................................. 68
9.4 Overview ............................................................................................................................... 69
9.4.1 Columns...................................................................................................................................... 70
9.4.2 Results Details ........................................................................................................................... 71
9.4.3 Density Units............................................................................................................................... 72
9.4.4 Diagrams .................................................................................................................................... 72
9.4.5 Goodness Parameter and Quality Parameter (for PLS methods and cluster analysis) .......... 73
9.4.6 List of Parameters ..................................................................................................................... 75
9.5 Graphics ................................................................................................................................ 79

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9.5.1 Absorption Spectrum ................................................................................................................. 79

[Link] Spectrum Comparison ........................................................................................................... 80
[Link] Spectrum Export .................................................................................................................... 81
9.6 Instrument Setup.................................................................................................................. 82
9.6.1 Maintenance ............................................................................................................................... 83
[Link] Self-test ................................................................................................................................. 83
[Link] Substance Calibration ............................................................................................................ 84
[Link] Mirror Adjustment Menu........................................................................................................ 85
[Link] Cell Check Menu .................................................................................................................... 86
[Link] Backup and Restore ............................................................................................................... 87
[Link] Update .................................................................................................................................... 88
[Link] Database Management .......................................................................................................... 90
[Link] Call Home Button ................................................................................................................... 91
9.6.2 Calibration .................................................................................................................................. 92
[Link] Density Meter ......................................................................................................................... 93
[Link] Correlation Calibration .......................................................................................................... 94
[Link] Methods ................................................................................................................................. 99
9.6.3 Settings ..................................................................................................................................... 100
[Link] Network Settings ................................................................................................................. 100
[Link] Static Network ..................................................................................................................... 101
[Link] Data Export to LIMS ............................................................................................................. 102
[Link] Activation Code .................................................................................................................... 103
[Link] Language and external keyboard......................................................................................... 103
[Link] Printer .................................................................................................................................. 104
[Link] Date / Time ........................................................................................................................... 104
[Link] Password Protection Menu .................................................................................................. 105
9.7 Shutdown ............................................................................................................................ 105
9.8 IRDB Tool: Merge & Manipulate Databases and Methods ................................................ 106
9.8.1 Using IRDB Tool to move databases from IRXpert to IR VISION ............................................ 106

10 Cleaning 107
10.1 Touch Screen ...................................................................................................................... 107
10.2 Housing ............................................................................................................................... 107
10.3 Rinsing the instrument....................................................................................................... 107
10.3.1 Rinsing with cleaning mixture ................................................................................................. 107

11 Maintenance 108
11.1 Oil filling.............................................................................................................................. 108
11.2 CO2 peak too high – spectrometer evacuation with pump................................................. 109

12 Customer Support and Information 110

13 Technical Data 111

MINISCAN IR VISION
Revision / Issue: M-V1.09 SW-V2.4
© 2020 AMETEK, Inc. All rights reserved.
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General

1 General

1.1 Identification of the instrument

Manufacturer Grabner Instruments Messtechnik GmbH

Product MINISCAN IR VISION
Type Portable Fuel Analyzer
Revision / Issue M-V1.09 SW-V2.4

1.2 Purpose of the documentation

The documentation provided is intended to enable you to operate the instrument
 safely. Note, in particular, the notes about the possible risks.
 to use it for all permitted applications.
 to be able to routinely service the instrument.

1.3 Care of the documentation

Keep this manual carefully in a place that is meaningful and easily accessible to the
personnel that use the instrument.
Keep this manual until the instrument is brought out of service. Pass it on to the next
owner. This document is an important part of the instrument.
If the manual is lost or destroyed or is in poor condition, request a replacement copy
from the manufacturer, specifying the document number and the issue / revision.
Keep the manual up to date. If you update your device, request a new copy of the
manual specifying the software version of the device.

1.4 Liability
GRABNER INSTRUMENTS accepts no liability if:
 The instrument is used for tasks other than the intended tasks
 Damage is caused by incorrect operation
 Damage is caused by inadequate or incorrect maintenance
 Original spare parts approved by GRABNER INSTRUMENTS are not used
 Unauthorized or improper modifications and maintenance operations are
carried out (without prior discussion with GRABNER INSTRUMENTS)
 Damage is caused because documents are not kept up to date

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1.5 Warranty
GRABNER INSTRUMENTS assumes no responsibility for damage caused if:
 The instrument is used for tasks other than the intended tasks
 Damage is caused by incorrect operation
 Damage is caused by inadequate or incorrect maintenance
 Original spare parts approved by GRABNER INSTRUMENTS are not used
 Unauthorized or improper modifications and maintenance operations are
carried out (without prior discussion with GRABNER INSTRUMENTS)
 Damage is caused because documents are not kept up to date
 Unsuitable operating fluids are used by the owner
 Damage is caused by incorrect set up of the instrument
 Damage is caused by improper mounting of the instrument
 Damage is caused by chemical, electrochemical or electrical influences

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Safety

2 Safety

NOTICE
ALWAYS INFORM anyone who operates the instrument.
Make sure that this section has been carefully read and understood by anyone who
operates the instrument.

Your safety as the operator or maintenance technician is of paramount importance.

Events, problems and faults on the instrument can present a safety risk if you are
unaware of the precautions to be taken to avoid such eventualities and safeguard the
instrument against them.

This section
 defines the appropriate use of the instrument.
 contains generally applicable and observable safety instructions and
regulations.
 explains the meaning of the symbols and pictograms which are used in this
manual and on the signs on the instrument itself.
 provides information on the required protective equipment and the
requirements relating to operating and maintenance personnel.
 provides information on the dangers and residual risks which can occur even
when the instrument is used properly.
Special handling and situational safety instructions are provided in the following
sections of this instruction manual, as and when these are applicable.

Latest technology
The instrument conforms to the latest technology available at the time it was
supplied and was constructed in accordance with recognized safety regulations.
The standards adhered to in the construction of the instrument are listed in the
declaration of conformity.
Nevertheless, the instrument can represent a source of danger if the safety
instructions in this document are not followed and implemented.

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Safety

2.1 Explanation of the symbols and types of note

2.1.1 Safety instructions
In the manual, hazards are identified with safety instructions.
Structure of safety instructions:

SIGNAL WORD
Description of the hazardous situation, problem
Remedy and measures to be taken

Category and signal words / symbols used

Symbol Signal word Meaning

DANGER Describes an imminent risk to life and health.
Ignoring this risk will result in severe injury or
death.
WARNING Describes an imminent risk to life and health.
Ignoring this risk may result in severe injury or
death.
CAUTION Describes a dangerous situation.
Ignoring this risk may result in minor injury or
damage to property.

General symbols:

Symbol Signal word Meaning

ATTENTION! Toxic substance!

ATTENTION! Hazardous substance!

ATTENTION! Corrosive and caustic substance!

ATTENTION! Flammable substance

ATTENTION! Lethal voltage!

When opening the instrument or if safety rules are
violated, there is a risk of injury and death. Before
opening the instrument disconnect unit from
mains!

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Safety

ATTENTION! High voltage!

2.1.2 Important mandatory instructions

Structure of mandatory instructions:

Signal word
Instruction text for an important activity or measure to be taken.

Category and signal words / symbols used

Symbol Signal word Meaning

NOTICE Describes an instruction for an important activity
or measure to be taken and helps to ensure
safety when using the instrument.
You are required to follow these instructions.

2.1.3 Information and notes on use

Structure of notes on use:

Signal word
Information text or recommended usage

Category and signal words / symbols used

Symbol Signal word Meaning

None Note Describes useful information and notes on use
that will ensure that the instrument runs
smoothly and efficiently.

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Safety

2.2 Appropriate use

To operate safely, the instrument must only be used for its appropriate use.
The instrument is a portable fuel analyzer for Gasoline, Diesel Jet Fuels and Biofuel
Blends. Any other use is not permitted.
Appropriate use also includes:
 Observing all safety instructions and notes in this operating manual.
 Ensuring that the inspection and maintenance work is done by qualified and
authorized personnel.
 Ensuring that only original parts are used.
 The use of operating fluids and auxiliaries that are approved by the
manufacturer.

NOTICE
The instrument is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the instrument by a
person responsible for their safety.

Ambient conditions
Air temperature in operation: 5°C to +40°C (+41°F to +113°F)
Relative humidity in operation: 0 to 90%, non-condensing

Always run the instrument under the ambient conditions and temperatures listed
above. The instrument may be damaged if it is operated in conditions other than
those as described, which will create unpredictable risks.

NOTICE
Only use the instrument appropriately and in a perfectly safe condition.
This is the only way to guarantee the operational safety of the instrument.

2.3 Reasonably predictable incorrect use

Any use other than that described under "Appropriate use" or that goes beyond such
use is not permitted.
For damage arising from inappropriate use:
 the owner shall bear sole responsibility.
 the manufacturer shall accept no liability whatsoever.
Any inappropriate use of the instrument
 may represent a risk of death or injury to the operator or third parties.
 may cause damage to the instrument itself and other property.
 will render claims under the warranty null and void

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Safety

WARNING
Risks can occur due to inappropriate use. Inappropriate use includes:
Operation in explosive atmospheres
Exceeding the technical values defined for normal operation
Any working method that jeopardizes operational safety
Commissioning by personnel not authorized by the owner

Modifications or changes
Modifications or additions to the instrument are strictly prohibited and shall render
any liability and warranty of the manufacturer null and void.

Spare and wearing parts, operating fluids and auxiliaries

The manufacturer accepts no liability for damage arising from the use of spare and
wearing parts, operating fluids or auxiliaries not approved by the manufacturer.

2.4 Safety and protective devices

NOTICE
Only operate the instrument with all safety devices fitted and in full working order.
Do not remove or bypass any safety devices.
Defective safety devices must only be replaced by identical components.
Check that the safety devices are in full working order at least once a week.

2.4.1 Symbols on the instrument

The rating plate that identifies the instrument can be found at MINISCAN IR Vision.

Symbol Description
CE marking
Identifies conformity with applicable EU directives that concern
the product and that require a CE marking.
Dispose of the instrument in an environmentally friendly
manner. The instrument must not be disposed of with
household waste. Dispose of the instrument at a public
collection point.

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Safety

2.5 Areas of responsibility

2.5.1 Areas of responsibility on the part of the operator
The operator undertakes to allow to work with the instrument only those people
who:
 are familiar with the basic health and safety and accident prevention
regulations.
 are both physically and mentally suited to the job.
 are not under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
 have the necessary skills and qualifications.
 have been instructed in how to work with the instrument.
 have read and understood this operating manual.
The requirements of the EC Directive 2007/30/EG on the use of working equipment
are to be observed.
The operator, or a person appointed by him, carries out the following tasks:
 Instructs the operator
 Clearly defines the areas of competence and responsibility of the personnel
operating and maintaining the instrument
 Provides the operating and maintenance personnel with the necessary
personal protective equipment
 Checks the safety awareness of the personnel at regular intervals
 Is responsible for ensuring that the instrument remains perfectly safe to use
 Checks that the required and prescribed inspections and recurring tests are
carried out correctly
 Ensures that the instrument is serviced at the prescribed intervals

2.5.2 Areas of responsibility on the part of personnel

All persons who work with the instrument undertake, before they start work:
 To observe the basic health and safety and accident prevention regulations
 To read and observe the safety section and safety instructions in this
operating manual
 To equip themselves with the necessary personal protective equipment and
to wear it during operation
 To check the instrument for obvious defects before starting it up
 To always operate the instrument appropriately and safely
 To always operate the instrument in normal mode with the defined technical
values
 To report any changes to the instrument which are likely to affect safety to
their line manager or to the owner
 To immediately stop operating the instrument if it is no longer possible to
operate it safely

2.5.3 Personal protective equipment

The operator must wear the following personal protective equipment:
 Lab coat
 Safety goggles
 Safety gloves (no Latex!)

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Safety

NOTICE
You are personally responsible for:
Wearing the proper personal protective equipment
Regular care and cleaning of the equipment
Timely replacement of damaged and unusable parts of the protective equipment

2.6 Safety instructions

Knowledge of the basic safety instructions and work safety regulations is required in
order to operate the instrument safely and without faults.

2.6.1 Setting up
 Place the instrument on a stable, flat and even surface. If necessary, place an
underlay under the instrument in order to protect the surface beneath.
 Ensure that the instrument is stable: it must be placed so that it does not
wobble or tilt.
 Install the instrument where it has proper ventilation.
 Do not operate this instrument in wet or damp conditions.
 To avoid injury or fire hazard, do not operate this instrument in an explosive
atmosphere.
 Do not operate the instrument near gas appliances.
 Keep the instrument and the power cord away from heat sources.
 Do not sit or stand on the instrument.

2.6.2 Mains connection

 Only connect the instrument to sockets with the same AC voltage as indicated
on the rating plate (100-240 VAC).
 Only use the instrument with the power cord supplied.
 Only use the power cord certified for the country of use.
 This instrument is grounded through the grounding conductor of the power
cord. To avoid electric shock, the grounding conductor must be connected to
earth ground.
 In order to be able to disconnect the instrument from the power supply at any
time, the socket to which the instrument is connected must be freely
accessible at all times.
 Unplug the instrument from the mains during thunderstorms, or if the
instrument is not used for extended periods of time.
 Make sure that the power cord does not cause a trip hazard.
 Avoid bending or stretching the power cord.
 If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced.
 Never connect the cord to the socket if you have wet hands.
 Risk of electric shock! Never operate the instrument if the cord is damaged.
Do not allow the cord to come into contact with hot surfaces, naked flames,
sharp edges, water or other liquids.

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2.6.3 Operation
 The instrument must only be operated by persons who are familiar with the
risks and features of the instrument.
 Be careful with flammable liquids! Only qualified employees are allowed to
handle flammable liquids.
 In the event of a fault, disconnect the instrument from the power supply
immediately.
 Never leave the instrument to operate unsupervised.
 Never immerse the cord and instrument in water.
 Never touch an electrical instrument if it has fallen into water. Disconnect
the instrument from the power supply immediately.
 Only operate the instrument using the accessories supplied. The use of other
parts may cause accidents.
 In order to prevent the risk of electric shock, do not remove the covers and
panels under any circumstances. There are no parts inside that can be
repaired by the user. Repairs must only be carried out by an authorized
specialist.
 Do not ignore warnings on the display or warning signals. Please read the
manual or call our representative if you are not sure what to do.
 Do not cover the ventilation slots. Place the instrument so that proper
ventilation is guaranteed.

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Transportation

3 Transportation

The instrument is originally shipped with a special designed shock proof box.
Please keep this box. You might need it some-day to ship the instrument back to us
for service.

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Unpacking

4 Unpacking

1 MINISCAN IR VISION

1 Glass syringe for filling 30 mL SPRITZE-30ML

1 Syringe for refilling oil 2 mL SPRITZE EINWEG 2ML

1 Filling tube with Luer connector DIS/LUEREIN

for standard instrument sample
inlet

1 Piston oil 100 mL PISTON-OIL

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Unpacking

1 Waste container with lid BEH-M500/80/DECK-GEB

1 Outlet tube for waste container VPSG-M890128.29

1 Power supply cable 230 V NK-H05VVF3G0.75/2

1 Power supply cable 115 V NK-498/13-SVT3X18AWG

1 LAN Cable, 1.5 m KA-RJ45-1.5M

1 USB Cable, 1m KA-USB-A-A

1 Inlet filter (metal filter 25 µ) IR3-GES02AS

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Unpacking

1 USB Device USB-STICK

1 Shipping Case SHIPPING-CASE-BIG

1 Instruction manual (2 parts)

1 Test certificate

OPTIONS
Vacuum Pump Assembly IRV-SUB017

PROwatt 300 power converter DC/AC-WANDLER 12V/230

12V vehicle battery operation DC/AC-WANDLER 12V/115

Database Tool for IR Vision IRV-DBTOOL

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Description

5 Description

5.1 Front
1

1 Handle
2 10" Color Touch Screen
3 Inlet with flexible filling tube or glass syringe
4 Sample container
5 On switch

CAUTION, chemical substances

Fill only petrochemical substances or related chemicals, e.g. Gasoline or Diesel.

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Description

5.2 Outlet side

6 Glasses to check and refill the lubrication level in the instrument

7 Outlet tube
8 Waste container

CAUTION, chemical substances

Chemical waste could spill. Make sure waste container is safely attached!

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Description

5.3 Rear side

10
15

14
16

9 DVI interface
10 2x LAN interface
11 2x USB interface (printer, keyboard, etc.)
12 Serial RS 232 port (inactive)
13 Main-switch
14 Power supply
15 Fan
16 Port for spectrometer evacuation pump

CAUTION
The maximum permitted length of the LAN cable is 30 m.

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Installation

6 Installation

CAUTION, Electric short cut!

Danger of electric short cut in the instrument.
When the instrument was exposed to low temperatures before powering up the unit,
leave it for a while for room temperature equilibrium. Condensations inside the
instrument can cause an electric short cut when turning on.

Connect to mains
1 Place the instrument on a vibration free solid surface.
2 Connect the power supply cable to the power inlet (14) on the rear panel
of the instrument and the mains voltage.
Install waste container (8)

1 Screw the lid on the waste container.

2 Put the outlet tube (7) in the hole of the lid.
3 Put the waste container near the outlet.
4 Screw the outlet tube on the outlet.

Install sample inlet for automatic filling (3)

WARNING, Risk of injury!

Risk of injuries caused by toxic substance.
Do not drink the sample!
Be careful when handling with flammable and corrosive substances.
Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
1 Fill sample in the sample container.
2 Put the flexible filling tube into the inlet (3).
3 Put the other end of the filling tube in the sample container.

Inlet by glass syringe

Instead of the sample container, you can use the glass syringe for filling the
instrument with sample.
1 Reset to manual filling: Main Menu → Instrument Setup → Settings →
Measurement Settings.
2 Fill the syringe with the sample.

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3 Put the syringe into the inlet (3).

4 When instructed to do so, push the sample into the instrument. Take
care that no air is introduced into the system!

Turn on main switch (13)

Use ON-Button (5) to start instrument

NOTICE
If on start-up an error message “Touchscreen not found. Check wire connection.”
attach a mouse to operate the instrument.

6.1 DC/AC Power converter

Installation with car battery:
1 Connect the instrument with the supply cable to the power converter on
one of the AC outlets.
2 Connect the power converter via plug to the cigarette lighter slot in the
car.
3 Turn on the power converter by switching the On/Off switch.
4 Turn on the instrument.
5 The instrument is ready for operation.

6.2 External keyboard

For service work or if you want to insert e.g. sample names with a keyboard, connect
an external keyboard to USB-Interfaces (11) on the rear panel of the instrument.

6.3 Printer
Connect a postscript printer to an USB-Interface (11) on the rear panel of the
instrument.

6.4 LAN interface

For service work and data transfer connect a LAN cable to the interface (9) on the
rear panel of the instrument.
See also Network Settings.

CAUTION
The maximum permitted length of the LAN cable is 30 m.

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Concept of the MINISCAN IR VISION

7 Concept of the MINISCAN IR VISION

7.1 Measuring methods

The MINISCAN IR VISION is an FTIR spectrometer. In the IR VISION a method is
some piece of algorithm that gets some result out of the raw data (i.e. the IR
spectrum) or some pre-processed data. The instrument differentiates between
different types of methods:
1. PLS
2. k-Matrix
3. Direct
4. Arithmetic
5. Cluster Analysis

Corresponding examples for the above types are the following methods:
1. RON, MON, T50 ...
2. Ethanol, Toluene, ...
3. FAME, EHN ...
4. AKI = (RON+MON)/2 and more complex calculations
5. All

Different method types require different corresponding calibration procedures like

the following:
1. Fuel groups and trained PLS vectors
2. Base spectra of components in a typical matrix, gain and offset
3. A defined peak height or peak area, gain and offset
4. Built on results of the other 3 method types. Typically, hard coded in the
analyzer
5. No calibration

7.2 Fuel Groups

Fuel groups are only required for the first method type, the PLS.

A good fuel group for Gasoline should contain 100+ samples of normal, super and
special finished in one group to get better statistics for the PLS.

A good fuel group for Gasoline should not contain

 a mixture of low/no ethanol and high ethanol fuels. For high ethanol fuels a
separate group should be created.
 a mixture of base gasolines and finished gasolines. For virgin/base gasolines
or naphtha a separate group should be created.

NOTICE
For information on the calibration of specific parameters please review the Section
9.4.6.

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Operation

8 Operation

CAUTION!
Be careful with flammable liquids!
Flammable liquids should only be used by qualified employees. These substances
should be used with constant regard to the danger they pose to life and property.
Under normal circumstances they should always be used in a fume-hood away from
possible sources of ignition. For further information read the safety data sheet of the
substance.

8.1 Common Description

8.1.1 User Interface
MINISCAN IR VISION has Linux® Software preinstalled. The instrument
incorporates a big 10” color touch-screen for easy menu navigation. The user
interface has been designed by including ergonomic aspects, with button sizes big
enough to navigate by using fingers instead of a stylus or a pen. Thus, the risk of
scratching the touch-screen surface is minimized and the lifetime of the
touchscreen optimized.

8.1.2 Login
To operate the analyzer, please login at the first menu page. There is no factory set
password, please read the password section to setup a user-specific password.

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8.1.3 Structure of the User Interface

1 2

4 6
5

1 Menu-Heading
2 Return to Main Menu ("Home" button)
3 Actual GUI (Graphical User Interface)
4 Return to the previous menu page ("Back" button).
5 Status light:
Green Instrument is ready for measurement.
Yellow Instrument is not ready for measurement, but warming up /
stabilizing temperature / stabilizing IR-source
Red Instrument is not ready for measurement.
6 Time and Date

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8.1.4 Status

1 Click on the status light to check lamp intensity, sensor position,

temperatures, density, communication, IP Address, serial number,
second cell type and software versions.
2 Click on "Close" to close the status screen

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8.1.5 Important Buttons

Details

Show the details from the selection in the table.

Save

Save data from this menu on the connected USB-Stick or the internal analyzer disk
(Path: /home/irv/ftp/results/). Please wait, depending on the amount of data
transferred, this may take a few minutes!

Print data from this menu. The HTML printer also prints to the internal instrument
folder /home/irv/ftp/reports/ so that users can access printed reports from the
analyzer.

Delete

Delete your selection.

Confirm the selection and enter the next menu-screen.

Cancel

Cancel the actual action and enter the previous menu-screen.

Abort

Abort the running process.

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8.1.6 Navigation Bar

1 2 4 5

1 Go to first page
2 Go to previous page
3 Actual page / Last page
4 Go to next page (press button longer for fast scrolling through the
pages)
5 Go to last page (press button longer for fast scrolling through the
pages)

8.1.7 Keyboard and Numpad

For assigning names or setting values a keyboard or numpad is displayed.

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[Link] Chinese Keyboard

After you selected the Chinese language,

1 Type in the first letters. Chinese characters will be suggested.

2 Select a Chinese character.

Remove Chinese characters

Remove Chinese characters from the Chinese name field on top.

Scroll through Chinese characters

Scroll through suggested characters. Select a character by clicking on it.

Latin Characters

Uses Latin Characters instead of Chinese characters.

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8.2 Work with the IR VISION

8.2.1 Measurement
[Link] Switch on the instrument
1 Switch on the instrument with the main switch (13) on the rear panel.
2 Start the instrument with the On switch (8).
3 Wait for warming up and adjusting the instrument until the Main Menu.
appears and the light is green.

NOTICE
If the instruments hard drive is nearly full and only 50 additional measurements can
be stored, the IR VISION instrument will issue a warning. Please delete some
measurement results to free space for new measurements. If the instrument hard
drive is full, no measurements can be performed.

[Link] Define measurement settings

2
1

1 Click on "Measurement" in the Main Menu.

2 Click on "Edit Sample Name" in the Measurement Menu and define a

sample name so you can easily find this measurement in the database.
Type a name with the virtual keyboard and confirm with the button
"ENTER".

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3 Click on "Edit Sample Type" and choose the fuel type of the sample.

4a Click on "Profiles/Parameter" to select a profile.

5 Select a profile.

6 Confirm the selection.

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4c
4d
4e
4f
4b

4g
4h

4b Open the Parameter Menu with a long click.

4c Select or deselect all parameters.

4d Load a profile. The selection is applied automatically.

4e Save the current selection as a profile. The selection is applied

automatically.

4f Delete a profile.

4g Apply the current selection.

4h Name of the current profile.

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7a 9

7a Select number of Repeat Measurements.

7b Click on "Measurement Settings".

8 Activate / Deactivate the Temperature Control.

Change the Density Temperature Unit (°C or °F).
Select the Filling Method: Manual (with syringe) or automatic.
Change the results density temperature and the expansion coefficient, if
required.
Activate / Deactivate the Cluster Analysis feature. Use the button to
change the group assignment for the cluster analysis.

9 Select the number of Rinsing Cycles, Pyrosensor Stabilization, IR

Scans, 2nd Cell Scans and Reference Scans.

10 Go back to the Measurement Menu.

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11 Install the sample, see chapter 6

12 To start the measurement click on the arrow next to "Start" in the

Measurement Menu.

NOTICE
If a new / valid reference measurement needs to be started before the test, the
"Start" letters will turn italic. The reference measurement will be automatically
started before the next measurement is done. In case of a cell position issue, an error
message will be displayed and the measurement cannot be started.

 The measuring routine is started.

 The Measurement page appears.
 Sample is drawn into the instrument automatically by filling tube. If manual
filling is selected, you will be asked to inject 10ml of sample.

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1 Defined measurement settings

2 Measurement step
3 Progress
4 Cancel the measurement
5 Measurement status
When the measurement is finished the result is displayed.
The actual measurement is listed on the first page in the Overview Menu.
See measurement results, details and graphs.

CAUTION, damage to instrument!

Risk of damage to the instrument from vibrations.
During the measurement, the instrument must not be exposed to vibrations.

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[Link] Options
[Link].1 Dilution
A warning message appears if saturation is detected and the sample needs to be
diluted.

Press:
 Click "OK" to stop the measurement and dilute the sample. No result is
displayed.
 Click "IGNORE" to ignore the warning. A result of the measurement of the
undiluted sample is displayed. All results that are affected by saturation are
marked in red.

NOTICE
If dilution is required but ignored, measurement results affected by saturation may be
wrong and are marked in red.

NOTICE
For samples with a concentration exceeding 25% FAME content, a dilution warning is
very likely, because the FAME absorption band of the 0-7% FAME method is in
saturation. Values determined by the 7-40% FAME method are not affected, the
warning can be ignored.

To dilute the sample, use n-Dodecane volumetrically in the concentration 1:4 (4

parts n-Dodecane).

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Before starting a diluted measurement, turn “Diluted on”. The dilution button is only
visible, if a n-Dodecane reference spectrum is stored in the analyzer.

After a diluted measurement, the instrument will switch to regular mode. To

perform another diluted measurement, turn “Diluted on” for the next measurement.

If the absorption spectrum is still in saturation after dilution, no further dilution can
be performed.

IMPORTANT NOTICE
If a sample is diluted, properties predicted from undiluted samples like RON/MON,
Cetane Number, Vapor Pressure or Distillation no longer yield a correct value. If you
plan to measure diluted samples more frequently, create a sample group with diluted
samples and choose this group for property prediction.

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[Link].2 Second Cell Measurement

To determine low concentrations of components in a sample, a measurement with
the second cell can be performed. The second cell offers higher resolution, but the
spectrum will more likely have saturated regions. Therefore, on the second cell the
saturation warning is disabled. For custom created methods be sure that the
spectral region of the method does not overlap with a region affected by saturation.

To start a measurement with the second cell, toggle the "IR"-button until it says
"Cell 100 µm" in the Measurement Menu and press "Start".

2
1

1 The result of this measurement will be displayed after the test.

2 An information pops up, if no method for the 100 µm cell measurement
is selected or available.

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NOTICE
Please activate the 100 µm Cell in the Factory Calibration Menu before use.

[Link].3 Two Cell Measurement (GB/T 33648)

For certain methods it is required to run a measurement through the IR cell and
afterwards through the 100 µm cell.
Example: Anilines according to the Chinese GB/T 33648 standard require to measure
through a 100 µm cell. In contrast, all calibration measurements that are used for
PLS prediction are measured with the IR cell.
Thus, in a two-cell measurement, two measurements are done after each other:
First, the IR cell is used to measure regular fuel parameters. Then the
measurement is run through the 100 µm, to yield results according to GB/T 33648.

NOTICE
If a two cell measurement for Aniline measurement has been selected, only the
results from the 100 µm cell are shown, whereas results from the IR cell are
[Link] perform an Aniline measurement through the regular cell, please
reactivate the Aniline methods via the Parameter Menu.

1 2

1 Select the "IR & 100 µm" cell

2 Results for GB/T from the 100 µm cell are displayed with the suffix (GB)

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[Link].4 VOC Calculation

According to EPAs complex emissions model VOC can be calculated in the IR VISION.

To provide a VOC calculation, some sample characteristics must be set prior to the
sample measurement.

1
2

To insert the VOC parameters for the next sample

1 Click on the “VOC” button
2 Insert ALL parameters that are shown
(RVP, Sulfur, Region, Phase and Season)

3 If all parameters were filled in, the VOC value is available after the
measurement if not the value is zero.

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[Link].5 Density Check

Before measuring the sample, its density is checked. The density value can cause a
warning or an error for unusual values. The measurement can be continued in both
cases.
Warning Density values between 550 kg/m³ to 650 kg/m³ and between 1000
kg/m³ to 1200 kg/m³.
Error Density values lower than 550 kg/m³ or higher than 1200 kg/m³.

[Link] Measurement Warnings

Three different warning icons are displayed in the Result Details Menu right to the
sample's name

1 High water-vapor content. A three-drops-icon is displayed.

2 Too high water-vapor content. A blinking three-drops-icon is displayed, and

the result values are displayed in red.

3 Saturation warning. A peak-like icon is displayed, and the result values of

the affected parameters are displayed in red.

Click on the icons to see additional information.

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8.2.2 Calibration: Analyzer Preparation for Measurements

NOTICE
For information on the calibration of specific parameters please review the
Section 9.4.6.

[Link] Setting up the IR VISION for Calibration Measurements

Before every calibration measurement and/or correlation calibration measurement
for PLS methods to generate or adapt existing database, the performance of the
instrument must be checked and optimized to guarantee best measurement results
for references, calibration and correlation. It is mandatory to perform the below
described steps directly before recording the measurements.

[Link].1 Procedure
To ensure that a measurement meets the requirement for the PLS calibration we
recommend going through the following steps prior to your database build-up.
1 Let the Instrument warm up for at least 10 minutes and max. 20 min.
2 Go to Main Menu → Instrument Setup → Maintenance → Auto Adjust Mirror.
3 Press the "Start Adjust" button.

[Link].2 Data-Check after measurements

For consistency in your database we also strongly recommend discarding any
measurement that was not recorded 100% correctly. That also implies mistakes that
may have been made before the actual measurement, e.g.:
 Bad sample preparation
 Air bubbles in the filling tube
 Unreadable labels
 Unknown units in the certificate of analysis for some parameters
 Unknown reference method
 Etc.

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8.2.3 Calibration of methods (Concentration)

The most important methods are factory calibrated already. The following procedure
shows how to calibrate or re-calibrate a method.

[Link] Switch on the instrument

1 Switch on the instrument with the main switch (13) on the rear panel.
2 Start the instrument with the On switch (8).
3 Wait for warming up until the status light turns green.
4 Prepare the analyzer according to 8.2.2 and start a mirror adjustment
(intensity must be more than 6 million).

[Link] Preparation of calibration samples

1 For Gasoline oxygenate calibration use either Naphtha (base gasoline,
without oxygenates) or a reference fuel with known oxygenate content.
For FAME in Diesel calibration, make sure your base Diesel is free of
any ester components.

2 Use this fuel to mix your calibration matrix. A calibration matrix must
have at least five different concentrations and shall cover the expected
concentration range. Concentrations should be measured in w%.

3 Example: To calibrate FAME in Diesel (0-7%), use a calibration matrix

that has at least five samples with various FAME content (0%, 2%, 4%,
6% and 7%).

[Link] Measure Calibration Samples

Change to Method Calibration Menu
Main Menu → Instrument Setup → Calibration → Methods
and select a method for (re-)calibration

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Make sure that in this method the values are: Quad = 0, Gain = 1 and Offset = 0.
Note down the current Min and Max values.
Then set Min = -10 and Max = 100.
Press "Save" to confirm the new method settings.

Return to the Measurement Menu and record the calibration samples like
regular samples. If needed set your pyrosensor stabilization cycles and sample
scans to 4 and the rinsing cycles to 3.

[Link] Gain and Offset

Change to the Result Details Menu
Main Menu → Results → Details
The number that is displayed as the method's result is the raw value. Use these raw
values to calculate the new gain and offset (e.g. by using Microsoft® Excel). It is
recommended to use a linear trend line (quad ≡ 0).
Return to the Method Edit Menu
Main Menu → Instrument Setup → Calibration → Methods
enter the new gain and offset and restore the min and max values. Finally press
"Save".

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[Link] Substance Calibration

For the substance calibration, please follow the quick guide on the screen. The
needed calibration substances can be purchased from Reagecon. These samples are
mandatory for the calibration.

1 2 5
3 4

Delete the current calibration. Gasoline and Diesel calibrations can be deleted
separately.

1 Reset the Gasoline calibration if you need to recalibrate the gasoline

methods
2 Reset the Diesel calibration if you need to recalibrate the diesel methods

Record all calibration samples at this point only then continue with step (3)

3 Open the drop-down

3a Select a method

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4 Press the "Calibrate" button and enter the required data as described below.

The shown table must be filled with the needed data. Depending on the color of the
field the following data is required:
Grey text: Measurement or value must be entered. A click on the pre-
defined Reagecon sample name opens a dialog to select the
corresponding measurement. A click on the value opens a
numpad to enter the reference value.
Black text: The value is pre-defined and should not (but can be) changed.
Blue text: Caption of the Reagecon sample. In the right cell, the
corresponding measurement must be selected.
Green BG: Validation measurements.

IMPORTANT NOTICE
Concentration values are always displayed in w% and must be entered in w%.

Check the Log and Plot tab for the result of a calibration.

Press "Create Certificate" (5) to save the calibration certificate as HTML file in the
FTP download folder.
To download the certificate, an FTP connection must be established. The file name of
the certificate is "Certificate_serialnumber.html".
If plugged, the certificate is also saved to the USB-flash drive.

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8.2.4 Calibration of new samples (Prediction)

Many fuel properties cannot be measured directly. These properties are predicted
based on spectral information from calibration samples stored in a database.
Increasing the number of samples in the database improves the prediction quality.
The Training Menu is used for two purposes:
 Add characterized samples to groups (Measurement)
 Integrate groups into correlation models (Training)

[Link] Switch on the instrument

[Link] Calibration

1 Navigate to the Training Menu:

Main Menu → Correlation Calibration
2 Choose the fuel type of the sample and the cell type.

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4a
4
3

3 Click on "New Calibration Measurement".

4 Select a group for the sample, e.g. a region. Use the buttons below to
navigate between the pages.
4a Create a new group. You cannot create two groups with the same name.
5 Confirm the selection.

6 Enter known properties in the respective lines.

7 Choose a unit for the value. Continue so, until you have added all known
properties to this sample.

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7a If a property has no specific unit like RON, the blank unit ("<none>" ) must be
selected.

You also can skip step 6 and 7(a) and enter the known properties' values more
comfortable afterwards with the desktop software IRDB Tool.

8
8 Enter the Measurement Menu.
9 Click on "Edit Sample Name" and define a sample name so you can easily
find this measurement in the database. Type a name with the virtual
keyboard and confirm with the button "ENTER".

10
10

10 Install the sample, see chapter Installation

11 Start the measurement.

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After all samples are added, re-training the affected methods in the Training Menu,
to improve the prediction.

8.2.5 Group Assignment for Methods

Change the group assignment of a method, if
 a new fuel group should be added to a method.
 the existing group assignment for a method should be changed.

1 Change to Training Menu

2 Choose the fuel type of the sample and the cell type.
3 Click on "Change Group Assignment and Train".

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4 5

4 Select the method to be (re-)trained.

5 Select the groups used for the training.

6 Start the training

NOTICE
Repeat this procedure for every method, which you want to train with new groups or
groups to which calibration samples have been added.

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8.2.6 Methods Training

If calibration samples have been added to groups, that are already used for
prediction, run a training.
Train Selected Methods: Selected methods are retrained with the current group
assignment.
Train All Methods: Every method is retrained with the current group assignment.

[Link] Train Selected Methods

1 Change to Training Menu

2 Choose the fuel type of the sample and the cell type.
3 Select "Train Selected Methods".

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5
6
4 Select methods for training.
5 Confirm the selected methods with "OK".
6 Start the training

NOTICE
Note that the training can take a few minutes. After starting, do not press any other
buttons or disconnect the instrument from power until the training is completed. An
incomplete training may corrupt the database.

[Link] Train All Methods

1 Change to the Training Menu.

2 Choose the fuel type of the sample and the cell type.

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3 Select "Train All Methods"

4 Start the training

NOTICE
Note that the analysis can take some time. After starting, do not press any other
buttons or disconnect the instrument from power until the training is completed. An
incomplete training may corrupt the database.

8.2.7 How to improve results for predicted properties

To check the quality of the prediction methods, you can record a reference sample
and compare the reference values with the results values of the instrument. If the
prediction is not meeting your expectation, you can take certain steps to improve it.

[Link] Step 1: Change a method's group assignment

To adapt to your regional samples, it can be necessary to add or remove specific

groups from methods, to improve the prediction.
1 Select "Change Group Assignment and Train"
2 Select the method
3 Change the group assignment of the method (e.g. by eliminating
improper groups from the group assignment)
4 Start the re-training

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5 Go to a result and press the "Recalculate" button.

6 Check if the result values of the reference sample have improved.

Group China

Group USA Method China Sample Bad Result

Group South Africa

Group China

Group USA Method China Sample Improved Result

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[Link] Step 2: Add new calibration data

Prediction typically improves if more samples with known properties are added to
the database. Please take care that the following conditions are being met before
adding new calibration samples:

To improve the prediction, it is of utmost importance that the known properties of

the calibration samples have been accurately determined (e.g. by an accredited
laboratory or by testing the calibration sample with referee methods).

50 samples are at minimum required for creating a new standalone calibration

group. Ideally, a training set should contain 100 to 150 samples.

Please make sure that your sample set uses roughly the same range you want to
test in e.g., if you plan to test RON 95 samples, it will not work with RON 92-93
calibration samples. Extrapolation is not allowed for PLS methods. If the calculated
result value is outside of the training set´s range, then the result is undefined.

Create a new group for your calibration samples (refer to the section [Link].1 for
creation of a new calibration group). A new group is per default unlocked and
ensures the user can always add calibration samples to this group.

Factory Group (locked)

Method Improved Result

Custom Group (unlocked)

Sample #1 #2 #3 #4

To add new calibration data, follow these steps:

1 Start a new calibration measurement
2 Create a new group
3 Add calibration samples with known properties to the new group.
4 After you added your calibration samples, select the methods where
new known properties were added
5 Change the group assignment of the method (add your new group,
remove improper groups) and retrain the method
6 Repeat step 4 and 5 for all affected methods. E.g., if you added samples
with known properties for RON, MON and T90, then group assignment /
retraining for those 3 methods must be performed.

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7 Go to a result and select "Recalculate"

8 Check, if the result values of the reference sample have improved

NOTICE
Some groups have been optimized by the factory.
These groups are locked to protect the quality of the group.

[Link] Step 3: Create a new method

If the prediction cannot be improved by adding new samples (Step 2), you may
consider creating a new method. Use the IRDB tool to create a new method.

NOTICE
New methods should only be created by experts.

To create a new method, follow these steps:

1 Download a full backup from your IR VISION
2 Start the IRDB Tool software on your PC (see IRDB Tool manual)
3 Load the IR VISION full backup in the IRDB Tool. We recommend
working on a local copy of the full backup.
4 Go to the methods manager to create a new method
5 Create a new method (please refer to the IRDB Tool manual on how to
create the new method)
6 Save the method and upload the full backup on the IR VISION

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7 Go to a result and select "Recalculate"

8 Check, if the result values of the reference sample have improved
9 After completion of the method, load the full backup back onto the IR
VISION

8.2.8 Calibration of Density Meter

1 Manual Filling, use this button to open or close the filling system.
2 Check the current temperature. If it is lower or higher than 20°C, set it
to 20°C.
3 Press the "Cyclohexane Correction" button

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9.5.1 Absorption Spectrum ................................................................................................................. 79

12 Customer Support and Information 110

13 Technical Data 111

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Instrument Screens

9 Instrument Screens

9.1 Main Menu

Measurement

Click to enter the Measurement Menu.

Rinsing

Click to enter the Rinsing Menu.

Correlation Calibration

Click to enter the Training Menu.

Results

Click to enter the Overview Menu.

Instrument Setup

Click to enter the Instrument Setup Menu.

Shutdown

Click to log out and shut down the instrument.

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9.2 Measurement Menu

Edit Sample Name / Sample Type

Type a sample name and choose between fuel types.

Diluted On / Off

Select, if sample is diluted.

Cell IR / 100 µm Cell / IR &100 µm

Select, if you want to perform a standard measurement (1) or use the 100 µm (2) or
run a combination measurement of IR and 100 µm cell (3).

VOC (Gasoline measurements only)

Insert parameters for VOC calculation.

Profiles/Parameter

Select a profile with a click or go to the Parameter Menu with a long click.

Measurement Settings

Go to the Measurement Settings Menu.

Repeats

Select the number of repeat measurements, the sample name is adjusted

automatically. Auto-filling must be turned on. Press the "Back" button in the waiting
time between measurements to abort the repeat cycle (waiting indicated by a small
progress bar).

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Start

Start the measurement. If the Start button is displayed italic a new reference is
recorded prior to the sample measurement.

9.2.1 Parameter Menu

Main Menu → Measurement → Profiles/Parameter (long click)

1 2

1 Select the parameters to be shown in the result details menu. Use the
buttons below to navigate between the pages.

Green light: Parameter is shown.

Red light: Parameter is hidden.

2 Sort parameters by fuel type, selection, name, unit and sort key.
3 Select the displayed result unit.
4 Edit the sort key. Parameters in the Result Details Menu are sorted acc.
to the sort key
5 Name of the current profile

Buttons, see Important Buttons.

Select / Deselect All

Select / Deselect all parameters in the table.

Load

Load a profile. The selection is applied automatically.

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Save

Save the current selection as a profile. The selection is applied automatically.

Delete

Delete a profile.

Apply

Apply the current selection.

NOTICE
Density units can only be selected in the Results Details Menu.

9.2.2 Measurement Settings

Temperature Control

Activate or deactivate the temperature control during the measurement. Note that in
the Measuring Menu the nominal temperature is displayed. The real temperature is
displayed in the Results Details Menu.

Density Temperature Unit

Select between degrees Celsius or Fahrenheit for the displayed measurement

temperature. Temperature units for result values (e.g. IBP, T90) can be set
individually for each method. See 9.2.1.

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Fill method

Choose the fill method: Manual with glass syringe or automatic with filling tube and
Luer connector.

Delete current reference measurement

A new reference measurement will be automatically started before the next run.

Cluster Analysis

Activate or deactivate the cluster analysis feature. With the button you can
change the group assignment.

Density Temperature

Select, which density temperature shall be shown in the result. The density will be
recalculated using the given fuel specific expansion coefficient.

Expansion Coefficient

Select/Change the fuel specific expansion coefficient.

Rinsing Cycles and Scans

Change rinsing cycles, scan count and pyrosensor stabilization count.

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9.3 Rinsing

Rinse the instrument if a switch from Diesel /Jet to Gasoline samples or vice versa is
performed. Or in case samples containing a high amount of FAME have been
measured.
Use a new sample or solvents to rinse the instrument.

Fill Method

Change the rinsing and fill method from Automatic to Manual (Syringe) or from
Manual to Automatic.

Empty

Start emptying the cells in the instrument. Ensure that a waste container is
installed. If the process is finished, "Finished emptying cells" is displayed.

Rinse

Start rinsing the cells in the instrument. If the process is finished, "Finished rinsing
cells" is displayed. In manual filling mode, the instrument valves are opened to allow
users to perform a manual rinsing using a syringe.

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9.4 Overview

The results menu lists the results, details and spectra from fuel measurements. If a
GB/T two cell measurement has been performed, a (GB) suffix will appear after the
sample name (1).

Buttons, see Important Buttons.

You can:
 navigate through the pages with measurement results
 show details of a result
 save selected normal measurements' or correlation measurements' results
to an USB-drive or to the internal hard drive. If no selection is made, all
results are saved.
 delete selected results

Details

Select, which two properties should be shown in the measurement overview list.

Customer / Calibration-Measurements

Switch between customer results and instrument calibration data.

Save

Save selected or all measurements' results to an USB-drive or on the internal hard

drive.

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Columns

Select, which two properties should be shown in the measurement overview list.

Delete

Delete selected measurements.

NOTICE
Do not delete calibration data in this menu, unless it is required. Deleting calibration
data will severely affect the precision of property prediction.

9.4.1 Columns
Main Menu → Results → Columns

You may configure your results lists by clicking on "Columns".

Select two properties you want have listed in addition to fuel type, date and sample
name.

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9.4.2 Results Details

Main Menu → Results → Details

On the top you see the measurement's metadata that is date, sample name, fuel
type, temperature, density and user that was used for testing.
The individual properties are listed in the table below. Use the navigation buttons to
see all properties.

Graphics

See the absorption spectrum of the sample.

Save

Save data from this menu on the connected USB-drive and the internal hard disk
(Path: /home/irv/ftp/export/ ). Please wait, depending on the amount of data
transferred, this may take a few minutes.

Print data from this menu. The HTML printer also prints to the internal instrument
folder /home/irv/ftp/reports/ so that users can access printed reports from the
analyzer.

Next Measurement

Start the next measurement.

Recalculate Properties

Recalculate the properties of the result.

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9.4.3 Density Units

1
2

3
To change the displayed density unit
1 Click on the small button near the density result
2 Select a unit.
3 Press "OK"

9.4.4 Diagrams
Bar diagram

The bar diagram shows the value in the defined range (e.g. RON: 70 - 105) at a
glance.

Values out of range

If values are out of the measuring range, the following symbols appear: <, >, n.d.
n.d. not detected
< below lower limit
> above upper limit

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NOTICE
You can change the upper and the lower limit of a method in the Method Edit Menu.

9.4.5 Goodness Parameter and Quality Parameter (for PLS methods and
cluster analysis)

The Goodness Parameter (%) is a measure for the similarity of the measured
sample, when compared to the samples that are used for the prediction. It
determines how good a new sample fits to the samples in the groups assigned to a
method (e.g. RON).
Thus, the Goodness Parameter indicates, how good a result fits to the underlying
prediction model. 100% indicates the maximum distance of a spectrum, when
compared to all samples of a group assignment. A result that shows a Goodness
Parameter higher than 100% is outside of the current group assignment, and the
result must be treated with care. A result with a Goodness Parameter lower than
100% indicates that the spectrum is inside the current group assignment.

Let us say there are 3 groups (United States, China, Russia) assigned to the method
RON and you have recorded two unknown gasoline samples. Sample A has a
Goodness values of 36% that means it fits to the three assigned groups and you can
assume that the prediction will work. Sample B has a Goodness value of 127% which
means that it is further away from the center than the furthest sample of the

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assigned groups thus outside of the prediction model. The predicted RON value of
this sample must be treated with care.
For cluster analysis results the Quality Parameter (CA) is used. The CAx value is
scaled from the best (CA1) to the worst (CA5) match of the database. Depending on
the fuel type, the Quality Parameter can be:

CA1 - CA3 Gasoline

CA1 - CA4 Diesel
CA1 - CA5 Jet fuel, Kerosene

CA-Distance

CA5
CA4
CA3
CA2
CA1
Perfect Match

Let us say there are 3 groups (United States, China, Russia) assigned to the cluster
analysis and you have recorded two unknown gasoline samples. Sample P has the
Quality Parameter CA1 that means that a very close spectrum was found in the
database thus the fuel properties must also be very similar and are assigned to
sample P. Sample Q has no matching spectrum within the maximum allowed
gasoline distance of CA3 thus no fuel properties can be assigned and the result
values are calculated with the measuring methods of type 1-4 (see 7.1).

NOTICE
The Goodness Parameter is only available for parameters calculated with PLS. Other
parameters and parameters that yield physical impossible figures will show as "-".

NOTICE
The Quality Parameter is only available for parameters found by the cluster analysis.

NOTICE
Recalculation of results will take longer for IR VISION versions 2.2.0 and above
because the Goodness Parameter needs serious calculation power.

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9.4.6 List of Parameters

List of Gasoline Properties (factory settings):

Property Unit Method Calibration Procedure

RON - PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
MON - PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
AKI - Arithmetic -
DVPE kPa PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
RVP kPa PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
IBP °C PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
T10 °C PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
T50 °C PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
T90 °C PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
FBP °C PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
E70 (°C) %evap PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
E100 (°C) %evap PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
E150 (°C) %evap PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
E200 (°F) %evap PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
E300 (°F) %evap PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
DI - Arithmetic -
VLI - PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
VOC mg/mi Arithmetic -
Density g/cm3 - Use very high purity Cyclohexane

List of Gasoline Components (factory settings):

Component Unit Method Calibration Procedure

2-Butanol m% K-Matrix Direct w/ 4+ samples w/ known concentrations
2 + 4-Ethyl-Toluene m% PLS Direct w/ 4+ samples w/ known concentrations
3-Ethyl-Toluene m% K-Matrix Direct w/ 4+ samples w/ known concentrations
Acetone m% K-Matrix No calibration, internal test parameter
Aniline m% K-Matrix Direct w/ 4+ samples w/ known concentrations
Aniline (GB/T) m% K-Matrix Direct w/ 4+ samples w/ known concentrations
N, N-Dimethylaniline m% K-Matrix Direct w/ 4+ samples w/ known concentrations
N-Methylaniline m% K-Matrix Direct w/ 4+ samples w/ known concentrations
m,o,p-Methylaniline m% K-Matrix Direct w/ 4+ samples w/ known concentrations
Benzene m% K-Matrix Direct w/ 4+ samples w/ known concentrations
Benzene (5-10%) m% Direct Direct w/ 4+ samples w/ known concentrations
CMT ppm K-Matrix Direct w/ 4+ samples w/ known concentrations
Cyclohexane m% K-Matrix No calibration, internal test parameter
DCPD m% K-Matrix Direct w/ 4+ samples w/ known concentrations

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Dimethoxymethane m% K-Matrix Direct w/ 4+ samples w/ known concentrations

Dimethoxymeth. (GB/T) m% K-Matrix Direct w/ 4+ samples w/ known concentrations
Dimethylcarbonate m% K-Matrix Direct w/ 4+ samples w/ known concentrations
Dimethylcarbon. (GB/T) m% K-Matrix Direct w/ 4+ samples w/ known concentrations
Di-Olefins m% PLS Collect samples with known values, retrain PLS
DIPE m% PLS Direct w/ 4+ samples w/ known concentrations
Durene m% PLS Direct w/ 4+ samples w/ known concentrations
ETBE m% PLS Direct w/ 4+ samples w/ known concentrations
Ethanol m% K-Matrix Direct w/ 4+ samples w/ known concentrations
Ethanol-HC m% K-Matrix Direct w/ 4+ samples w/ known concentrations
Ethylbenzene m% PLS Direct w/ 4+ samples w/ known concentrations
Iso-Butylacetate m% K-Matrix Direct w/ 4+ samples w/ known concentrations
iso-Propanol m% K-Matrix Direct w/ 4+ samples w/ known concentrations
m-Xylene m% PLS Direct w/ 4+ samples w/ known concentrations
o,p-Xylene K-Matrix Direct w/ 4+ samples w/ known concentrations
Manganese m% Arithmetic -
Mesitylene m% PLS Direct w/ 4+ samples w/ known concentrations
Methanol m% K-Matrix Direct w/ 4+ samples w/ known concentrations
MMT ppm K-Matrix Direct w/ 4+ samples w/ known concentrations
MTBE m% PLS Direct w/ 4+ samples w/ known concentrations
N-Methylaniline (GB/T) m% K-Matrix Direct w/ 4+ samples w/ known concentrations
Naphtalene m% PLS Direct w/ 4+ samples w/ known concentrations
Nitromethane m% K-Matrix Direct w/ 4+ samples w/ known concentrations
Propylbenzene m% PLS Direct w/ 4+ samples w/ known concentrations
Pseudocumene m% PLS Direct w/ 4+ samples w/ known concentrations
Saturates m% PLS Collect samples with known values, retrain PLS
sec-Butylacetate m% K-Matrix Direct w/ 4+ samples w/ known concentrations
sec-Butylacetate (GB/T) m% K-Matrix Direct w/ 4+ samples w/ known concentrations
TAME m% PLS Direct w/ 4+ samples w/ known concentrations
tert-Butanol m% PLS Direct w/ 4+ samples w/ known concentrations
Toluene m% K-Matrix Direct w/ 4+ samples w/ known concentrations
Total Aromatics m% PLS Collect samples with known values, retrain PLS
Total Olefins m% PLS Collect samples with known values, retrain PLS
Total Oxygen m% Arithmetic -
Total Oxygen (PLS) m% PLS Collect samples with known values, retrain PLS
Total Anilines m% Arithmetic -
All Anilines m% PLS Collect samples with known values, retrain PLS
Total Estrs m% Arithmetic -
All Esters m% PLS Collect samples with known values, retrain PLS

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List of Diesel Properties (factory settings):

Property Unit Method Calibration Procedure

Cetane Number - PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
Cetane Index - PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
CFPP °C PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
2
Kin. Visco 40°C mm /s PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
Dyn. Visco 40°C mPas PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
IBP °C PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
T10 °C PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
T50 °C PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
T65 °C PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
T85 °C PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
T90 °C PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
T95 °C PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
FBP °C PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
R250 %recov PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
R350 %recov PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
3
Density g/cm - -

List of Diesel Components (factory settings):

Component Unit Method Calibration Procedure

Cetane Improver (EHN, ppm Direct Direct w/ 4+ samples w/ known concentrations
IPN)
FAME v% Direct Direct w/ 4+ samples w/ known concentrations
PNA m% PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
Total Aromatics m% PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
Total Olefins m% PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain

List of Jet Fuel Properties (factory settings):

Property Unit Method Calibration Procedure

Flashpoint °C PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
Freezing Point °C PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
Kin. Visco -20°C mPas PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
IBP °C PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
T10 °C PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
T50 °C PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
T90 °C PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
T95 °C PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain

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FBP °C PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain

E10 %evap PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
E50 %evap PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
R200 %recov PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
Smoke Point mm PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
Naphtalenes m% PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
Total Aromatics m% PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
MSEP % PLS Collect & measure samples w/ known values, retrain
3
Density g/cm - -

List of Jet Fuel Components (factory settings):

Component Unit Method Calibration Procedure

FAME (100 µm cell) ppm Direct Direct w/ 4+ samples w/ known concentrations

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9.5 Graphics
9.5.1 Absorption Spectrum
Main Menu → Results → Details → Graphics

Move left / right

Press the buttons to move left and right in the spectrum screen.

1:1

Press the button 1:1 to fit the whole spectrum in the screen.

Add spectra

Press the button to add additional spectra to the diagram for comparison.

Add / Remove distance information

Activate or deactivate the pop-up field “Distance” for spectral comparison.

Save / Export Spectra

Export spectra to USB or to the internal storage. Please note that it will take some
time until the instrument recognizes a newly attached USB device. If no USB device
is connected, data is stored at /home/irv/ftp/spectrum on the analyzer.

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NOTICE for all diagrams:

For zooming in the diagram, slide with a finger over the screen. You can zoom several
times.

[Link] Spectrum Comparison

Main Menu → Results → Details → Graphics

An unlimited number of spectra can be chosen for direct comparison in the diagram.

2 3

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The distance between two spectra is calculated over the complete spectral range.
1 You may drag and drop the distance information field.
2 You may activate or deactivate the distance field.
3 The  button opens a measurement selection dialog.

[Link] Spectrum Export

Main Menu → Results → Details → Graphics

USB drive Internal Storage

Export to USB:
1 Attach a USB device

2 The device is automatically detected

3 Click on the "Save" icon to export a spectrum to

/serialnumber/<samplename>.csv on the USB device.

4 If more than one spectrum is shown on the graphics menu, all spectra are
exported to /serialnumber/[Link]. In this file, data of different spectra
are listed in separate columns.

Export to internal data storage:

1 If no USB device is attached, spectra will be exported to the internal

directory /home/irv/ftp/spectrum/<samplename>.csv on the analyzer
and can be retrieved e.g. by LIMS via FTP.

2 If more than one spectrum is shown on the graphics menu, all spectra are
exported to the directory /home/irv/ftp/spectrum/[Link].

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NOTICE:
Sample names may not contain the following characters: \ / : * ? “ < > |
These characters are automatically replaced during the export.

9.6 Instrument Setup

Maintenance

Backup database and see instrument info in the Maintenance Menu.

Calibration

Use this menu for:

Density meter calibration
Information about the methods used
Adding new samples to databases
Calibration updates: Train methods / Edit methods / Change group assignments

Settings

Language, date/time and miscellaneous settings.

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9.6.1 Maintenance
Main Menu → Instrument Setup → Maintenance

Press "More" to go to the second Maintenance Menu.

[Link] Self-test
Main Menu → Instrument Setup → Maintenance → Selftest
Before the self-test can be started, a flask containing 50ml cyclohexane must be
connected to the inlet.
A self-test can be run as a full test or a spectral test.

Actuators displayed italic do not have any controlling mechanism like a light barrier
or a Hall sensor. In this case only the software and the electrical part can be tested.

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To be sure that their work properly one must watch them moving / hear them
clicking.

Some test must complete successfully before the next test can start. If this is not the
case, the self-test stops at the failed step.

[Link] Substance Calibration

Main Menu → Instrument Setup → Maintenance → Substance Calibration

Follow the quick guide to calibrate the instrument. See chapter [Link] for details.

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[Link] Mirror Adjustment Menu

Main Menu → Instrument Setup → Maintenance → Auto Adjust Mirror

Check

Check the spectrometer intensity of the system.

Start Adjust

To adjust the intensity, select "Start Adjust". Intensity values will change their
color to help to judge, if the intensity is good enough for measurements.

Intensity color code:

BLACK Intensity is too low, no measurement can be performed. During a

measurement error code #1101 will be displayed.

RED Intensity is low, mirror adjustment is highly recommended.

YELLOW Intensity is acceptable for standard measurements, but no

calibration measurement should be performed.

GREEN Intensity is good.

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[Link] Cell Check Menu

Main Menu → Instrument Setup → Maintenance → Cell Check

Start / Abort

Start / Abort the cell check. Follow the instructions shown on the screen. For cell
flushing Grabner Instruments recommends using a [Link] mixture of Acetone,
Toluene and Ethanol. Repeat flushing until the required cleanliness is achieved.

NOTICE:
This procedure requires manual filling from syringe with a cleaning solution and dry
air. "OK" indicates that the reference test passed and the cells are clean.

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[Link] Backup and Restore

Main Menu → Instrument Setup → Maintenance → More → Backup

1 2

Backup the database in regular intervals to an USB device.

1 It is required to switch the analyzer to English language before downloading
or restoring a backup.
2 Attach a USB device. Wait until "Target Medium" switches to USB.
3 Select Full Backup or Core Backup to start the backup process.

Full Backup

A full backup will also backup spectral data, which will take a while.
A full backup from the instrument with the serial number 23-530-0008 will create a
folder with a time stamp: IR3_EXPORT_23-530-0008_2013_6_27_15_11_52.
It is recommended to use a USB 3.0 flash drive.
Core Backup - Service work only

A core backup will only backup calibration, settings and results.

Restore

To restore a full backup, rename the folder from "EXPORT" to "IMPORT" and remove
the time stamp from the folder´s name. When working with the IRDB Tool the folder
is automatically renamed.
Example: "IR3_EXPORT_23-530-0008_2019_xxxx" to "IR3_IMPORT_23-530-0008".
Load the import file on a USB-device, attach it, select "Restore" and follow the
instructions.

NOTICE
A full backup is required for service and the IRDB Tool.

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NOTICE
If the full backup restore procedure crashes do not try to repeat it. The previous state
is stored internally and can be restored by the Grabner service team.

[Link] Update
Main Menu → Instrument Setup → Maintenance → More → Software Update

 Copy the update file into the root directory of your USB device
 Attach the USB device to the IR VISION

Check for Updates

The USB device is checked for updates.

Update

If you want to install all listed updates, press “Update”.

The system will ask for reboot after a successful update.

[Link].1 Update from version 2.0 to 2.1 – Read carefully

We are continuously working to improve our analyzer. The update to version 2.1
includes some very important improvements to measurement accuracy for specific
methods. Consequently, these methods must be recalibrated and retrained after the
update.

NOTICE
A number of methods is affected from the version 2.1 method update and need to be
recalibrated after the update. If you do not plan to recalibrate your analyzer, please
do not update to version 2.1!

After update to 2.1, please follow this procedure before you use the analyzer
1 It is required to retrain everything after update (all methods, all fuel types)

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2 In contrast to previous updates, after the update from version 2.0 to 2.1 some
methods must be recalibrated (see table below in red)
3 New methods are installed, these need to be calibrated as well (see table
below in red)
4 The changed methods also affect several methods that are depending on
these changed methods (see table below in black). Results of these
"dependent" methods will change after the update.
5 The training of all methods will also train PLS methods that are not trained
by default and results of these methods will change (see table below in black).

Gasoline Diesel Jet

2-Butanol T65 E10
Acetone T85 E50
Aniline T95 Naphtalenes
Benzene R200
Cyclohexane Smoke Point
DCPD T95
DI Total Aromatics
Di-Olefines
Dimethoxymethane
Dimethylcarbonate
Ethanol
MON Austria
Methanol
N,N-Dimethylaniline
N-Methylaniline
Nitromethane
RON Austria
Total Aniline
Total Esters
Total Oxygen
iso-Propanol
m-Methylaniline
o-Methylaniline
o-Xylene
p-Methylaniline
sec-Butylacetate
Aniline (GB)
N-Methylaniline (GB)
sec-Butylacetate (GB)
Dimethylcarbonate (GB)
Dimethoxymethane (GB)

Table: Results that are affected by updating to software version 2.1 and the
following "train-all-methods" step that is required.

NOTICE
Methods that have to be recalibrated are listed red in the table above. Please
recalibrated before performing the all methods training.

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[Link] Database Management

Main Menu → Instrument Setup → Maintenance → More → Database Management

This menu lists various export and import functions (Service and Support only).

USB-Export

Exports system settings as csv-data to a plugged USB flash drive.

Export

Exports system settings as csv-data to an internal directory.

Import

Imports system settings from an internal directory.

File System

Checks the file system of the IR VISION.

Meas.

Checks the measurements in the IR VISION database.

Methods

Checks the methods in the IR VISION database.

Full

Performs a full diagnostic check on file system, measurements and methods.

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Log

Writes a diagnostic log, after a check has been performed.

If the log file is written into an internal directory, the message "Log file written to
Device" appears. If a USB drive is attached, the log is written to the file
/<Serial-Number>/[Link].

Error / Warn / Info Button

Select, which information you want to see during checks.

Error Only errors are listed.

Warn Errors and warnings are listed (default setting).
Info Errors, warnings and other information is listed.

[Link] Call Home Button

Main Menu → Instrument Setup → Maintenance → More → Call Home

This function allows to connect the instrument with Grabner Instruments Service
and Support Center via Internet. The instruments must be connected to the internet
(see chapter Network Settings).

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9.6.2 Calibration
Main Menu → Instrument Setup → Calibration

Use this menu for:

 Density meter calibration
 Information about the methods used
 Adding new samples to databases
 Adding new samples to existing or new groups
 Calibration updates: Train methods / Edit methods / Change group
assignments

NOTICE
Analyzers that are updated from SW 2.0 to 2.1 must be recalibrated. Please refer to
the “Update” section for further information.

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[Link] Density Meter

Cyclohexane Correction

With Cyclohexane the density meter can be calibrated automatically. The

temperature must be stable at 20°C and the Cyclohexane's purity must be at least
99.9%.

Fill

Automatic filling.

Empty

Automatic emptying.

Open / Close

Open/Close the inlet for manual filling.

20°C & 40°C

Set the temperature control to 20°C or 40°C.

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[Link] Correlation Calibration

Some fuel properties cannot be measured directly from the spectrum. These
properties are predicted based on spectral information from calibration samples.
Increasing the correlation database will improve measurement results.
The Correlation Calibration menu is used for two purposes:
 Add newly characterized samples to groups to optimize prediction
 Integrate new samples into correlation models (Training)
Main Menu → Correlation Calibration → (Select Cell) → Select Fuel Type

New Calibration Measurement

Add a sample from the region with known properties to your custom group or to a
preinstalled group

Correlation Group Assignment

Add/Remove a fuel group to/from a method.

Or change the group assignment of a method.

Train Selected Methods

Train/Retrain selected methods with the existing group assignment.

Train All

Retrain all methods with the existing group assignment.

Start

Start the selected procedure.

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[Link].1 New Calibration Measurement: Select Group

Main Menu → Correlation Calibration → New Calibration Measurement

Name

Select the group you want to add the new calibration sample to.

Count

Number of calibration samples in this group.

Add

Create a new group, e.g. for your region. Type a name with the virtual keyboard and
confirm with the button "Enter".

NOTICE
You cannot create two or more groups with the same name.

Buttons, see Important Buttons.

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[Link].2 New Calibration Measurement: Known Properties

Main Menu → Correlation Calibration → New Calibration Measurement

Type known values for the properties in the respective lines. Always add a unit to any
property.
You can also use the IRDB Tool desktop software to enter the values later.

Name

List of all properties. Use the buttons below to navigate between the pages.

Value

Type a known value for the property with the virtual numpad.

Unit

Always choose a unit for any property. For unitless values like RON the "empty" unit
must be selected.

Start

Go to the Measurement Menu

IMPORTANT NOTICE
If wrong reference values are entered, the MINISCAN IR VISION uses these values for
calibration. A calibration with wrong reference values inevitably leads to wrong result
values.

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[Link].3 Training: Correlation Group Assignment

Main Menu → Correlation Calibration → Correlation Group Assignment

Select a property and the trainings groups.

Name

Select one or more groups (e.g. regions) to train the selected method.

Lock

Indicates if the group is open or locked. A locked group cannot be changed.

Count

Number of datasets from this group in the database.

Buttons, see Important Buttons.

NOTICE
Note that the analysis can take a few minutes!
After starting, do not press any other buttons or disconnect the instrument from
power until the analysis is completed.

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[Link].4 Training: Select Parameters

Main Menu → Correlation Calibration → Train Selected Methods

Select methods for training with their current group assignment.

Buttons, see Important Buttons.

NOTICE
Training may take some time, depending on the number of methods selected.

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[Link] Methods
Main Menu → Instrument Setup → Calibration → Methods

In this menu, you may review methods and change some method settings.

Min / Max

Define the lower (Min) and the upper (Max) display limit of the method.

# Dec

Change the number of decimal places for the result value.

Groups

Review, which groups are currently assigned to the method.

Save

Save the changes you made to the method settings.

Select method

Edit another method.

Quad / Gain / Offset

Update the calibration if needed. These buttons are inactive (greyed) for arithmetic
methods.

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9.6.3 Settings
Main Menu → Instrument Setup → Settings

Define common settings like network, language, date / time, data export and
settings for the measurement. Activate instrument upgrades. Protect the instrument
with a password.

[Link] Network Settings

[Link].1 DHCP Network
Main Menu → Instrument Setup → Settings → Network Settings

Plug the network cable on the rear side of the instrument and connect to the
network.
1 Set the DHCP-Server to <Yes>

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2 Click on the "Connect" icon. Once DHCP is activated the instrument will try
to connect to the network until DHCP is deactivated again.
The analyzer IP address is shown after successful connection (e.g. [Link])
Open your browser and establish an FTP-Connection (e.g. [Link]
With Windows 7 and higher you can also use the Windows® Explorer.
If the IR VISION is unable to connect to your network, please consult your IT.

[Link] Static Network

To create a static network with your computer, deactivate DHCP server and make
sure that the IR VISION and your computer are in the same subnet, e.g.

IR VISION Network Settings PC Network Settings (TCP/IPv4)

DHCP No Disabled DHCP

IP-Address [Link] IP-Address [Link]

Subnet [Link] Subnet [Link]

Then open your browser and enter the address: [Link]

If the IR VISION is unable to connect to your computer, please consult your IT.

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[Link] Data Export to LIMS

Use the FTP server in the instrument to transfer data to LIMS.
After each measurement or after recalculation of a measurement, the result is
stored in the directory /home/irv/ftp/export in csv- format, labeled with a
unique timestamp.
To access the data, connect your instrument to the network and open your browser
(e.g. Windows® Explorer) and enter the address: e.g. [Link]

[Link].1 Configure Data Export

Main Menu → Instrument Setup → Settings → Data Export

In this menu you select, if all measurements or only the last measurement shall be
stored on the FTP export location of the instrument.

Historical Data

<NO> Only the last result is stored in the FTP folder

<YES> All results are stored in the FTP folder

Clean Export Folder

Removes all results from the FTP folder

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[Link] Activation Code

Main Menu → Instrument Setup → Settings → Activation Code

1 Enter the activation code

2 Click on "Activate" to lock/unlock fuel types

[Link] Language and external keyboard

Main Menu → Instrument Setup → Settings → Language

Choose your language. Click on "Layout" to choose the layout of the virtual keyboard.

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[Link] Printer
Main Menu → Instrument Setup → Settings → Printer

All PostScript® printers can be used with the instrument.

[Link] Date / Time

Main Menu → Instrument Setup → Settings → Date Time

Click on a number and change it with the arrow buttons. Confirm with the "OK"
button and the set time and date are displayed at the bottom right.

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[Link] Password Protection Menu

Main Menu → Instrument Setup → Settings → Password

The Password Protection Menu is designed to provide a possibility to operate the

analyzer with a password protection.

5
1

To change a password, enter the current password (1) and the new password twice
(2)(3). If both new passwords match each other press the "Change Password" button
(4). To disables the password protection set an empty password.
On the top right corner of the keyboard buttons the current layout is displayed (5).
The layout of the virtual keyboard can be changed by a long click on the keyboard
button.

9.7 Shutdown
Confirm the shutdown with the button "Shutdown".

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9.8 IRDB Tool: Merge & Manipulate Databases and Methods

The IRDB Tool is a software which allows to merge and manipulate databases from
the MINISCAN IR VISION instruments. Basic functions of the tool are:

 Merge Manager: Analyze and merge databases from different instruments

 Group Manager: Create groups and move measurements
 Methods Manager: Manipulate methods or create new methods
 Methods Optimization Manager: Optimize a methods parameter

After a license key for the IRDB Tool has been purchased, the software is available
for download at [Link]

NOTICE
Please register your instrument via our website [Link].

9.8.1 Using IRDB Tool to move databases from IRXpert to IR VISION

Databases collected with the IRXpert can be transferred to the IR Vision analyzer.
Download a full backup of your IRXpert and your IR VISION analyzer. Use the IRDB
Tool to merge the IRXpert full backup into the IR VISION full backup.

It is highly important to notice that

 A full backup merge from IRXpert 1.12 is only possible to IR VISION 2.0
 A full backup merge from IRXpert 1.13 is only possible to IR VISION 2.1

If your IR VISION is newer than 2.1 please contact our support.

NOTICE
For more information and about do's and don'ts of moving databases between
analyzers please contact support at [Link]@[Link].

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Cleaning

10 Cleaning

CAUTION! Damage to instrument!

Risk of electric short cut!
Disconnect the instrument from the power supply before cleaning.
Wait until the instrument has cooled down.
Never immerse the instrument in water.
Never clean the central unit housing under running water.
Make sure that no water gets into the central unit housing.
Do not use any aggressive cleaning agents, brushes with metal or nylon bristles, or
sharp or metallic cleaning objects such as knives, hard scrapers or similar.

CAUTION!
Do not use cleaning agents that could cause a hazard as a result of reaction with the
used probe material; the manufacturer or his agent is to be consulted if there is any
doubt about the compatibility of cleaning agents!

10.1 Touch Screen

Clean the Touch Screen with a soft microfiber cloth.

10.2 Housing
Clean the housing with a damp cloth.

10.3 Rinsing the instrument

10.3.1 Rinsing with cleaning mixture

A simple yet very effective way to clean the cells and improve the intensity in the IR
VISION is to rinse the instrument with a solvent. A good solvent to clean residuals is
a mixture of roughly ⅓ Acetone, ⅓ Toluene and ⅓ Ethanol, but any solvent can be
used. To dry the cell, it is recommended to finally rinse with n-Pentane, as this will
evaporate very fast.

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Maintenance

11 Maintenance

11.1 Oil filling

Change to the Filler Menu.
Main Menu → Instrument Setup → Maintenance → More →
Factory Calibration → Filler and Valves

Set the piston position to "0" (you can either use the spin box buttons or a USB
keyboard) and press the "Goto Pos" button. If the analyzer's filling method is set to
Automatic you can also use the "Rezero" button.

Check the oil level on the left side of the instrument.

Use the 2 mL syringe to fill oil up until the bottom reservoir of the oiler is filled (1).

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Maintenance

11.2 CO2 peak too high – spectrometer evacuation with pump

If the concentration of CO2 in the spectrometer is too high, the instrument will give a
warning or report an error, which prevents further measurements. Attach the
vacuum pump to the rear side of the instrument to evacuate the spectrometer and
reduce the level of CO2. It is important that an instrument that frequently reports too
high levels of CO2 is sent to Grabner for service.

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Customer Support and Information

12 Customer Support and Information

Grabner Instruments Messtechnik GmbH

Dr. Otto-Neurath-Gasse 1
A-1220 Vienna
Austria
Phone: +43 / 1 / 282 16 27-0
Fax: +43 / 1 / 282 16 27 300
Email: [Link]@[Link]
Internet: [Link]
For technical support write to: [Link]@[Link]
or call us: +43 / 1 / 282 16 27-200
Representatives and Distributors: [Link]

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Technical Data

13 Technical Data

Standards Diesel: EN 14078, ASTM D7777, D7806, ISO 15212

Gasoline: ASTM D5845, D6277, D7777, EN 238, ISO 15212,
GB/T 33648
Jet Fuel: Based on ASTM E1655 methods
Property analysis based on Diesel: ASTM D86, D445, D613, D6371, ISO 3104, 3405, 5165,
EN 116, E1655
Gasoline: ASTM D86, D323, D1319, D5191, D6378, D2699,
D2700, ISO 3405, 5163, 5164, EN 13016, E1655
Jet Fuel: ASTM D56/D3828, D86, D445. D1322, D1840,
D2386/D7153, D3948, D6379, E1655
Spectrometer Temperature and Laser Regulated, 2+1 Cell FTIR
Density Measurement Temperature Regulated Oscillating U-Tube Cell
Warm Up / Scanning Time <30 sec. / 80 sec. (Multiple Scans)
Units of Measurement v%, m%, etc.
Display 10" full color touch screen
Interfaces 2x USB, 2x LAN
Power Supply 100-264 V AC, 47-63 Hz, 130 W (field application with DC
adapter for 12 V vehicle battery)
Dimensions (WxHxD) 293 x 390 x 280 mm (10.5 x 15.4 x 11 inch)
Weight 12 kg (26 lb)

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