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Multi-Parameter TROLL 9000WQP-100
Operators Manual
September 2005
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Copyright 2001 2005 by In-Situ Inc. All rights reserved.
Revision history initial release May 24, 2002
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rev. 002 December 11, 2002
rev. 003 April 2, 2003
rev. 004 April 30, 2003
rev. 005 September 11, 2003
rev. 006 December 3, 2003
rev. 007 May 24, 2004
rev. 008 November 19, 2004
rev. 009 April 2005
rev. 010 September 2005
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Contents
1 INTRODUCTION ................................................ 1General Description of the MP TROLL 9000 ...................................... 1
How to Use This Manual ............................................ ........................ 1Conventions ............................................. .................................. 2
Unpacking and Inspection ....................................................... ........... 2Serial Number.... .................................................... .................... 2
To Our Customers . . . ................................................ ........................ 2
What We Provide .................................................... ........................... 3Warranty Provisions ................................................... ................ 3
Firmware & Software Upgrades................................................. 3How to Contact Us .................................................. ........................... 3
To Obtain Repair Service (U.S. and Canada) ............................ 3
Outside the U.S. and Canada ........................................... 3Certification ....................................................... ................................. 3
Cleaning Guidelines .................................................. ......................... 4Instrument Return Procedure......................... ............................ 4
2 COMPONENTS & FEATURES ............................... 5System Description ............................................... ............................. 5
Standard Features.................................................... .......................... 5
Optional Features .................................................... ........................... 5Power Options ............................................... ..................................... 6
Internal Power ......................................................... .................. 6External Power ......................................................... ................. 6
Network Power Supplies, 12 VDC ............................................. 6Cables .......................................................... ...................................... 7
Quick-Connect Submersible Cable ............................................ 7
Surface Connector ............................................................ 7Vented Cap .............................................................. ......... 7
Communication Cables .................................................... ......... 7ComIT2 Communication Interface ................................. 7
Computer Connection Cable ("Comm Cable") .................. 7
Direct-Read Cable ....................................................... ..... 7Versions and Feature Sets ......................................................... ........ 8
Control Software ..................................................... ............................ 8Wakeup ................................................... ........................................... 8
Smart Sensors .......................................................... .......................... 9
System Connectors ...................................................... ...................... 9Triple Moisture Protection......... .................................................. ........ 9
Components & Accessories List ................................................. ........ 9Product Specifications ............................................. ......................... 10
3 GETTING STARTED .......................................... 12Power .................................................... ........................................... 12
Sensors ................................................ ............................................ 12
Cable ............................................... ................................................. 13Quick-Connect Cable ................................................ .............. 13
PC Connection ................................................... .............................. 13
Software Setup ................................................ ................................. 14Install the Software ..................................................... ............. 14
Establish Communication with the MP TROLL 9000 ............... 14Set the Real-Time Clock ............................................. ............. 14
Quick-Cal the Basic Water-Quality Sensors ..................................... 15Quick-Cal Tips ............................................ .................... 15
Calibrate the Extended Sensors .............................................. 18
Set Up Custom Pressure/Level Measurements ................................ 18Set Up to Log Data (Set Up a Test) .................................................. 19
Complete the Setup .................................................... ...................... 19DeploymentProfiling ............................................................ .......... 19
Checklist .................................................. ................................ 19
DeploymentLong-Term Monitoring ................................................ 19Checklist .................................................. ................................ 19
4 CONTROL SOFTWARE......................................20System Requirements ................................................... ................... 20
Win-Situ ................................................... ................................ 20Pocket-Situ ................................................................ .............. 20
Installation ................................................... ..................................... 20
Win-Situ (Desktop or Laptop PC) ............................................ 20Pocket-Situ (PDA) ......................................................... .......... 20
About PocketSync ............................................... .................... 21Setting PocketSync Options .................................................. .. 22
The User Interface .................................................... ........................ 22
The Navigation Tree ..................................................... ........... 22Software Functions.................................................... ....................... 23
Configuring the Port .................................................... ............. 23Establishing Communication with the MP TROLL 9000 .......... 23
New Connection............................... ............................... 23Existing Connection ............................................. ........... 23
Displaying Device Information ............................................ ..... 23Upgrading Firmware and Features .......................................... 24
Firmware Upgrade ....................................................... ... 24
Features Upgrade ................................................... ........ 24Editing the Device Properties .................................................. 25
Setting the Real-Time Clock ........................................... 25
Setting a Device Name ............................................. ...... 25Setting Battery Information ............................................. 25
Choosing Measurement Units and Other Preferences ............ 26Units ................................................. .............................. 26
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Other Preferences................ ........................................... 26
Choosing Pressure Display & Conversion Options .................. 27Performing Water-Quality Calibrations .................................... 27
Logging Data (Adding a Test) ................................................. . 28
Taking Manual Readings ................................................. ...... 28Extracting and Viewing Data .................................................... 29
Deleting Data from Instrument Memory ................................... 29Exiting the Software ...................................................... ................... 29
Win-Situ ................................................ ................................... 29Pocket-Situ ........................................................... ................... 29
5 PROFILING .................................................... 30Profiler Features .............................................. ................................. 30
Starting the Profiler ....................................................... .................... 30
Graphing Profiler Data ............................................... ....................... 31Profiling Dissolved Oxygen .................................................... .......... 31
Profiling Pressure or Depth ....................................................... ....... 31Profiling Turbidity........................................................... ................... 31
Customizing the Profiler ............................................ ....................... 33
Changing the Channels Displayed .................................. 33Changing Measurement Units ........................................ 33
Changing the Sample Rate ............................................. 33Starting in Profiler Mode ................................................. 33
Logging Profiler Data ................................................ ........................ 33To Stop Logging ........................................................ ............... 33
Retrieving Logged Profiler Data ............................................... 33
Exiting the Profiler ............................................... ............................. 33
6 LOGGING DATA ............................................. 34Adding a Test to a Device: The Test Wizard ..................................... 34
Test Setup Parameters ........................................................ .... 35
1. Test Name (Optional) ................................................. . 35
2. Parameters to Include ................................................. 353. Measurement Schedule .............................................. 35
4. Measurement Interval ................................................. 355. Start Mode .......................................................... ........ 35
Ending Setup ........................................................ ................... 36
More on Measurement Schedules.................................................... 36Linear...................... ........................................................ ......... 36
Event ......................................................... .............................. 36Delta .............................................. ................................. 36
Minimum Delta Values .................................................... 36Default Storage ....................................................... ........ 36
Linear Average.......... ....................................................... ........ 38
Other Test Operations ...................................................... ................ 38Starting a Manual Start Test ...................................................... ....... 38
Stopping a Test .............................................. ................................... 39Retrieving Logged Data ............................................. ....................... 39
Deleting Tests ................................................. .................................. 39Cloning a Test .................................................... ............................... 39Transferring Files from a PDA to a Desktop PC ............................... 41
Viewing Logged Data ............................................... ........................ 42Selecting Data in the Data Folder........ ............................................. 42
Graphing Data ................................................. ................................. 43
Changing the Data Display .............................................. ........ 44Transferring Data to Excel from Win-Situ ................................ 44
Printing Data in Win-Situ ................................................... ...... 44Saving Text Files from Win-Situ ............................................... 44
7 MONITORING PRESSURE (WATER LEVEL) .......... 45Why Monitor Pressure? ...................................................... .............. 45The Pressure Sensor .................................................. ..................... 45
Factory Calibration ...................................................... ............ 45
Operating Principle .................................................... .............. 46Non-Vented (Absolute) vs. Vented (Gauged) Sensors.......... ... 46
Pressure vs. Depth vs. Level .............................................. ..... 46Zeroing a Gauged Pressure Sensor ........................................ 46
Setting up Pressure Measurements: The Parameter Wizard ........... 47Pressure Setup Choices ............................................. ............. 47
1. Name (Optional) ..................................................... ............. 472. Display Mode .................................................... ................... 47
3. Converting Pressure to Depth or Level ................................ 48
Conversion Using Specific Gravity ................................. 48Conversion Using Density, Latitude, and Elevation ........ 48
4. Level Reference ...................................................... ............ 48Reference Time .......................................................... .... 48
Liquid Density ............................................. ...................................... 48
Quick Summary of Pressure Setup .................................................. 49Correcting Absolute Pressure Readings for Barometric Pressure .... 50
Manual Barometric Pressure Compensation ........................... 50Using the MP TROLLs Barometric Pressure Sensor ...... 50
Using a Second Unit and a Spreadsheet ........................ 50
Automatic Barometric Pressure Compensation ....................... 50Collecting Barometric Pressure Data for Reference ....... 50
Collecting PSIA Data ............................................... ....... 50Using the Baro Wizard ................................................ .... 50
Recalibration Recommendations ...................................................... 51
8 MONITORING TEMPERATURE........................... 52Why Monitor Temperature? ........................................................ ...... 52
The Temperature Sensor ........................................................ .......... 52Role of the Sensor in Calibration ............................................. 53
Software Functions.................................................... ....................... 53Units ...................................................... .................................. 53
References ...................................................... ................................. 53
9 MONITORING BAROMETRIC PRESSURE ............. 54What is Barometric Pressure? ...................................................... .... 54
Why Monitor Barometric Pressure?. ................................................. 54The Barometric Pressure Sensor ..................................................... 54
Units ....................................................... .......................................... 54Collecting Accurate Measurements without Vented Cable ............... 54
Pressure vs. Elevation ............................................... .............. 55
10 MONITORING WATER QUALITY: OVERVIEW..... 56Why Monitor Water Quality? ....................................................... ...... 56
The Sensors ..................................................... ................................ 56Basic Sensor Set ............................................... ...................... 56
Extended Sensor Set ........................................................ ....... 57
Installing Sensors .............................................. ...................... 57Removing Sensors .................................................... .............. 58
Sensor O-Rings ................................................ .............. 58Calibration Overview .................................................... .................... 58
Traditional Calibration ................................................. ............. 58Quick Calibration ............................................... ...................... 59
Out of the Box ................................................... ....................... 59
Default Coefficients ........................................... ...................... 59Custom Sensor Preparation ............................................... ..... 59
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Preparing to Calibrate........... ....................................................... ..... 59
Calibration Kits .............................................. .......................... 59The Calibration Cup ................................................. ................ 59
Effect of Temperature on Calibration ....................................... 60
Rinsing ....................................................... ............................. 60Stirring .......................................................... ........................... 60
When to Stir? ........................................................ .......... 60Starting the Stirrer ....................................................... .... 60
Attaching the Stirrer for Calibration ................................. 60Calibration Procedures .................................................... ................. 60
After Calibration... ..................................................... ........................ 61Sensor Storage .......................................................... .............. 61
Calibration History ............................................ ....................... 61
How Often to Calibrate ............................................. ............... 62How to Check if Sensor is Still in Calibration ........................... 63
When to Replace the Sensor ................................................... 63References .................................................. ..................................... 63
11 PH .............................................................. 64What Is pH?.................................................... .................................. 64
Why Measure pH? .................................................... ............... 64
The pH Sensor ............................................ ..................................... 64Sensor Installation ....................................................... ..................... 65
Calibration .................................................. ...................................... 65Overview.... ............................................................... ............... 65
Nominal vs. Stable .................................................. ........ 66
Calibration Solutions. ....................................................... ........ 66Calibrating with Other Solutions...................................... 66
Recommended Calibration Frequency .................................... 66
pH Quick Cal ............................................... ............................ 66Traditional pH Calibration Procedure ....................................... 66
Resetting Default Coefficients ........................................... ...... 68Sensor Slope and Offset ................................................. ......... 68
Units and Calculated Measurements. ............................................... 68Deployment Recommendations and Cautions ................................. 68
Sensor Care and Handling .................................................... ........... 69
Sensor Removal .............................................. ........................ 69Maintenance/Inspection/Cleaning ............................................ 69
Storage .................................................. .................................. 69References .................................................. ..................................... 69
12 CONDUCTIVITY ............................................. 70What Is Conductivity?... .................................................... ................ 70
Why Measure Conductivity? ............................................ ........ 70
How is Conductivity Measured? .............................................. 70The Conductivity Sensors ................................................ ................ 70
Sensor Installation ....................................................... ..................... 71Calibration .................................................. ...................................... 71
Overview.... ............................................................... ............... 71Nominal vs. Stable .................................................. ........ 71
Calibration Solutions (Primary Standards) ............................... 71
Calibrating with Other Solutions...................................... 71Recommended Calibration Frequency .................................... 71
Conductivity Quick Cal .............................................. .............. 72
Traditional Conductivity Calibration Procedure ........................ 72Using a Conductivity Meter as a Secondary Standard ............ 74
Entering a Cell Constant Manually .......................................... 74Units and Calculated Measurements. ............................................... 74
Basic Unit: AC ................................................... .............. 74Specific Conductance (SC) ............................................. 74
Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) .......................................... 75Resistivity .................................................. ..................... 75
Salinity ........................................... ................................. 75Deployment Recommendations and Cautions ................................. 75
Conductivity and Temperature ................................................. 75
Sensor Care and Handling ....................................................... ........ 75Sensor Removal .................................................. .................... 75
Maintenance/Inspection/Cleaning......................... ................... 75
Storage ...................................................... .............................. 75References ...................................................... ................................. 75
13 DISSOLVED OXYGEN ..................................... 76What is Dissolved Oxygen? ................................................. ............ 76
Why Measure Dissolved Oxygen?. .......................................... 76Polarographic Measurement of Dissolved Oxygen .................... 77
The Polarographic Dissolved Oxygen Sensor .................................. 77
Theory of Operation.... ........................................................... .. 77
Sensor Conditioning ..................................................... ........... 77Sensor Installation .................................................. .......................... 77
Fill the Membrane Module ........................................... ............ 77
Install the Sensor in the MP TROLL 9000............................. ... 78Condition a Newly Installed Sensor ......................................... 78
Calibration ...................................................... .................................. 78
Overview............................................................. ..................... 78Nominal vs. Stable ............................................. ............. 79
Calibration Solutions & Equipment .......................................... 79Recommended Calibration Frequency .................................... 79
Dissolved Oxygen Calibration Tips .......................................... 79
Dissolved Oxygen Quick Cal ................................................ ... 79Traditional Dissolved Oxygen Calibration Procedure .............. 79
Sensor Slope and Offset ..................................................... ..... 83
Units and Calculated Measurements.... ............................................ 83Deployment Recommendations and Cautions ................................. 84
Stirring ................................................... .................................. 84Attaching the Stirrer ............................................ ............ 84
Starting the Stirrer ........................................................... 84Sensor Care and Handling ....................................................... ........ 85
Sensor Removal .................................................. .................... 85Maintenance/Inspection ................................................ ........... 85
Cleaning the Electrodes .................................................... ...... 85
Replacing the Membrane Module ............................................ 85Sensor Life ......................................................... ..................... 85
Storage ...................................................... .............................. 85References ...................................................... ................................. 86
Optical Measurement of Dissolved Oxygen.............................. ... 87
The Optical Dissolved Oxygen Sensor ........................................... .. 87Theory of Operation.... ........................................................... .. 87
Comparison to Polarographic D.O. Sensor .............................. 87Sensor Installation .................................................. .......................... 87
Unpack the RDO Sensor ............................................. ............ 88
Prepare the MP TROLL 9000 .................................................. 88Attach the RDO Sensor to the TROLL 9000 ............................ 88
Calibration ...................................................... .................................. 89Overview............................................................. ..................... 89
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Nominal vs. Stable .................................................. ........ 89Calibration Solutions. ....................................................... ........ 89
Recommended Calibration Frequency .................................... 89Traditional Two-Point Calibration ............................................. 90
Oxygen Saturation Point ................................................. ......... 90Zero Oxygen Point ................................................... ................ 91Degrees of Phase Angle ................................................. ......... 92
Units and Calculated Measurements. ............................................... 92Deployment Recommendations and Cautions ................................. 92
Sensor Care and Handling .................................................... ........... 93Biofouling ....................................................... .......................... 93
Cleaning ................................................. ................................. 93
Foil Check .............................................. ................................. 94Replacing the Foil .................................................... ................ 94
Updating the Foil Coefficients ....................................... ........... 94Specifications ................................................ ................................... 96
14 OXIDATION-REDUCTION POTENTIAL ................ 98What is ORP?..... ....................................................... ....................... 98
Why Measure ORP?................................................ ................ 98The ORP Sensor .................................................... .......................... 98Sensor Installation ....................................................... ..................... 99
Calibration .................................................. ...................................... 99Overview.... ............................................................... ............... 99
Nominal vs. Stable .................................................. ...... 100
Calibration Solutions.................................................... .......... 100Calibrating with Other Solutions.................................... 100
Recommended Calibration Frequency .................................. 100ORP Quick Cal ................................................ ...................... 100
Traditional ORP Calibration Procedure .................................. 100
Resetting Default Coefficients ........................................... .... 102Units and Calculated Measurements.............................................. 102
Normalization to Standard Hydrogen Electrode Values 102
Deployment Recommendations and Cautions ............................... 102Sensor Care and Handling .................................................... ......... 103
Sensor Removal ........................................... ......................... 103Maintenance/Inspection/Cleaning.................................... ...... 103
Storage .................................................. ................................ 103References .................................................. ................................... 103
15 AMMONIUM .............................................. 104What is Ammonium ? ....................................................... .............. 104
Why Measure Ammonium?......................... ........................... 104
The Ammonium Sensor ............................................................ ...... 104Sensor Preparation ............................................................. ... 104
Sensor Installation ..................................................... ............ 105Calibration .................................................. .................................... 105
Overview.... ........................................................... ................. 105
Calibration Solutions.................................................... .......... 105Recommended Calibration Frequency .................................. 106
Preparing to Calibrate ...................................................... ...... 106Ammonium Calibration Procedure ......................................... 106
Sensor Slope and Offset ................................................. ....... 108Units and Calculated Measurements.............................................. 108
Deployment Recommendations and Cautions ............................... 108
pH ....................................................... ................................... 108Temperature ................................................ ........................... 108
Conductivity ........................................................... ................ 108
Potential Interferences................................................. .......... 108Sensor Care and Handling ....................................................... ...... 109
Sensor Removal .............................................. ...................... 109
Maintenance/Inspection/Cleaning............................. ............. 109Storage ...................................................... ............................ 109
References ...................................................... ............................... 109
16 CHLORIDE...................................................110What Is Chloride? .................................................. ......................... 110
Why Measure Chloride? ............................................. ........... 110
The Chloride Sensor .................................................. .................... 110Sensor Preparation. ........................................................... .... 110
Sensor Installation .................................................... ............. 110
Calibration ...................................................... ................................ 111Overview......................................................... ....................... 111
Calibration Solutions... .................................................... ....... 111Recommended Calibration Frequency .................................. 111
Preparing to Calibrate ................................................. ........... 111
Chloride Calibration Procedure.. ............................................ 112Sensor Slope and Offset ..................................................... ... 114
Units and Calculated Measurements.. ............................................ 114Deployment Recommendations and Cautions ............................... 114
pH Effects ......................................................... ..................... 114Potential Interferences................................................. .......... 114
Sensor Care and Handling ....................................................... ...... 114
Sensor Removal .............................................. ...................... 114Maintenance/Inspection/Cleaning................................. ......... 114
Storage ...................................................... ............................ 114
17 NITRATE .....................................................115What Is Nitrate ? ......................................................... .................... 115
Why Measure Nitrate? ............................................... ............ 115The Nitrate Sensor .................................................. ....................... 115
Sensor Preparation. ........................................................... .... 116Sensor Installation .................................................... ............. 116
Calibration ...................................................... ................................ 116
Overview......................................................... ....................... 116Calibration Solutions... .................................................... ....... 117
Recommended Calibration Frequency .................................. 117Preparing to Calibrate ................................................. ........... 117
Nitrate Calibration Procedure ................................................ 117Sensor Slope and Offset ..................................................... ... 119
Units and Calculated Measurements.. ............................................ 119
Deployment Recommendations and Cautions ............................... 119Temperature .................................................... ....................... 119
Potential Interferences................................................. .......... 120Sensor Care and Handling ....................................................... ...... 120
Sensor Removal .............................................. ...................... 120Maintenance/Inspection/Cleaning............................. ............. 120Storage ...................................................... ............................ 120
References ...................................................... ............................... 120
18 TURBIDITY ................................................. 121What Is Turbidity?....................... .................................................... 121
Why Measure Turbidity? ....................................................... . 121
How Is Turbidity Measured? .............................................. .... 121
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The Turbidity Sensor ................................................ ...................... 122
The Turbidity Wiper ........................................................ ................ 122Wiper Installation ............................................. ...................... 123
Wiper Movement ...................................................... ............. 123
Manual Wipe............................................... ........................... 124Wiper Guidelines and Precautions ........................................ 124
Calibration .................................................. .................................... 124Factory Calibration ................................................... ............. 124
Field Calibration............ ................................................. ........ 124Calibration Solutions.................................................... .......... 124
Calibrating with Other Solutions.................................... 125Recommended Calibration Frequency .................................. 125
Turbidity Calibration Procedure ............................................. 125
Resetting Default Coefficients ........................................... .... 128Sensor Slope and Offset ................................................. ....... 128
Units and Calculated Measurements.............................................. 128Deployment Recommendations and Cautions ............................... 128
Common Interferences .......................................................... 128
Profiling Turbidity........................................................... ................. 128Long-Term Monitoring of Turbidity .................................................. 128
Sensor Care ................................................ ................................... 128Inspection/Maintenance/Cleaning.................................... ...... 128
Wiper Maintenance ................................................ ........................ 129
Removing the Wiper Head ............................................ 129Replacing the Wiper Pad .............................................. 129
Adjusting Wiper Pressure ............................................. 129References .................................................. ................................... 129
19 INSTRUMENT NETWORKS ............................ 130Network Description .................................................. ..................... 130Network Boxes ................................................ ............................... 130
Network T-Box, NTB-100 .................................................... ... 130Network Quad Box, NTB-400 ................................................ 130
Network Mid-Line Tap Box, MLT-100 ..................................... 130Cables ................................................. ........................................... 130
Network Communication Cable ............................................. 130
Smart Device Network Communication Cable ....................... 130Network Interconnect Cable .......................................... ........ 130
Network Extension Cable ............................................. ......... 131Power ................................................. ............................................ 131
System Requirements .................................................... ................ 131
Installation Procedure.. .................................................... ............... 131Telemetry .......................................................... .............................. 131
20 SDI-12 OPERATION..................................... 133SDI-12 Requirements ...................................................... ............... 133
Wiring ................................................ ............................................. 133MP TROLL Installation ....................................................... ............ 133
SDI-12 Support ...................................................... ......................... 133Sensor Identification ...................................................... ........ 134
Making SDI-12 Measurements ................................................ ....... 134
Redundant Logging (Win-Situ and SDI-12) .................................... 135Networking Considerations............................ ................................. 135
Reference .................................................. ..................................... 135
SDI-12 Version 1.3 Commands ............................................. 136
21 FIELD INSTALLATION .................................. 138Long-Term Monitoring Installations ............................................. .... 138Securing the Cable .................................................. ....................... 138
Installation Tips for Long-Term Pressure/Level Monitoring ............. 138
Stabilization Time ................................................... ........................ 139Installation Checklist .......................................... ............................ 139
Backshell Hanger Installations ............................................. .......... 139Using a Stirrer .................................................. .............................. 140
Starting the Stirrer ...................................................... ... 140Attaching the Stirrer for Deployment ............................. 140
22 APPLICATIONS AND TECHNICAL NOTES ..........141Monitoring Background Levels .................................................... ... 141
Long-Term Water Quality Monitoring .......................................... .... 141
Pressure Testing ........................................................ ..................... 141Monitoring Stormwater Runoff ............................................ ............ 141
Artesian (Sealed-Well) Applications ............................................... 141Low-Flow Monitoring with Flow-Sense ........................................... 142
Preparation .................................................... ........................ 142
Optional Preparation........... ................................................... 142Start the Software .............................................................. .... 142
Launch the Flow-Sense Wizard ............................................. 142Verify Unit Preferences ............................................... .. 143
Stabilization Readings ................................................. .......... 145Saving the Low Flow Data ................................................. .... 145
Output ..................................................... ............................... 146
Export to Excel Option ............................................... ............ 146Using a Custom Excel Template ................................... 146
Hints and Tips........ ................................................. ........................ 146
Priming the Flow-Sense Wizard in the Office ........................ 146
23 CARE & MAINTENANCE ............................... 148Replacing Batteries ................................................. ....................... 148O-Ring Seals ............................................. ..................................... 148
Lubrication ........................................................ ..................... 148Replacement ................................................... ...................... 149
General Cleaning ................................................... ........................ 149
Storage.................................................... ....................................... 149Vent Cap Desiccant ................................................. ....................... 149
Elastomer ...................................................... ................................. 149Consumables .................................................. ............................... 149
24 TROUBLESHOOTING ................................... 150Troubleshooring Connections..................................................... .... 150
Troubleshooting Data Collection (Tests) ......................................... 150
Troubleshooting Sensors ..................................................... ........... 151Troubleshooting Calibration............ ................................................ 151
APPENDIX ...................................................... 152
Boxcar Filtering ....................................................... ....................... 152Electronic Drift and Device Recalibration ....................................... 152Determining Density .................................................... ................... 153
GLOSSARY ...................................................... 154
Index ............................................................. 160
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GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE MP TROLL 9000
Your new Multi-Parameter TROLL 9000 water quality probe uses the
latest sensor and electronics technology to provide a robust, durable,
and user-friendly instrument.
Designed for both short- and long-term monitoring, the MP
TROLL 9000 logs data from up to 7 optional pressure and water-
quality sensors, as well as built-in temperature and barometric
pressure sensors. Many custom options and versions are
available, so your instrument may not look exactly like those we
have chosen to illustrate in this manual.
The MP TROLL 9000 provides the convenience of a laboratory-
quality measurement instrument for field use, providing true in-
situ monitoring of water level and water quality.
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
This operators manual is designed as both a start-up guide and
a permanent reference for the features, uses, and applications
of the Multi-Parameter TROLL 9000.
Section 1: Introduction to this Operators Manual and to In-Situ
Inc.; contacting us for warranty and repair issues
Section 2: Description of components and features of the Multi-
Parameter TROLL 9000
Section 3: Getting Started: setting up the software, connecting
for the first time, Quick-Calibrating the sensors, and a summary
overview of the setup to start collecting data
Section 4: Control Software: Win-Situ and Pocket-Situ
Section 5: Profiling
Section 6: How to set up tests and start logging data; extracting
data to your PC; viewing and graphing data
1 INTRODUCTION
Section 7: Monitoring Pressure (Water Level): Info on the two basic
types of pressure sensors; setting up the pressure channel to obtain
the most accurate readings for your altitude and latitude; how to
display data as you wish to see it
Section 8: Temperature
Section 9: Barometric Pressure
Section 10: An overview of monitoring water quality with the MP
TROLL 9000: Sensor installation and calibration, software options,
calibration reports
Section 11: pH
Section 12: Conductivity
Section 13: Dissolved Oxygen
PolarographicRDO Optical Dissolved Oxygen
Section 14: Oxidation-Reduction Potential (ORP)
Section 15: Ammonium
Section 16: Chloride
Section 17: Nitrate
Section 18: Turbidity
Section 19: Setting up networks of MP TROLL 9000s
Section 20: SDI-12 Operations
Section 21: Field installation of the MP TROLL 9000guidelines and
precautions for long-term deployment
Section 22: Applicationsand a place to store your In-Situ Applica-
tion Notes and Tech Notes
Section 23: Care and Maintenance advice
Section 24: Troubleshooting: Look here first if you have problems
making connections or calibrating . . .
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CONVENTIONS
Throughout this operators manual you will see the following symbols.
UNPACKING AND INSPECTION
Your MP TROLL 9000 was carefully inspected before shipping. Check
the instrument for any physical damage sustained during shipment.
Notify In-Situ and file a claim with the carrier if there is any such
damage; do not attempt to operate the instrument.
The instrument will arrive with batteries installed, basic sensors
installed and kept moist in the Calibration Cup. Sensor port plugs are
included for all sensor ports.
Accessories may be shipped separately and should also be inspected
for physical damage and the fulfillment of your order.
SERIAL NUMBER
The serial number is engraved on the body of the Multi-Parameter
TROLL 9000. It is also programmed into the instrument and displayed
when the instrument is connected to a PC running Win-Situ or Pocket-
Situ. We recommend that owners keep a separate record of thisnumber. Should your Multi-Parameter TROLL 9000 be lost or stolen,
the serial number is often necessary for tracing and recovery, as well
as any insurance claims. If necessary, In-Situ maintains complete
records of original owners names and serial numbers.
Serial numbers of the water-quality sensors are stored in sensor
memory and displayed in the software when sensors are installed.
TO OUR CUSTOMERS . . .
Thank you for your purchase of an In-Situ product. We are glad you
chose us and our products to help you with your environmental
monitoring needs. In-Situ Inc. has been designing and manufacturing
world-class environmental monitoring instrumentation for over 25
years in the Rocky Mountains of the United States. As it was in the
beginning, our expectation is that this product will provide you with
many trouble-free years of use. To that end, we pride ourselves on
delivering the best customer service and support possible24 hours a
day, 7 days a week. We believe that this level of commitment to you,
our customer, is imperative in helping you ensure clean, safe
groundwater and surface water resources across the globe. We also
understand the need for accurate, reliable assessments and we
continue to make significant investments in Research and Develop-
ment to ensure that we deliver the latest product and technologicalinnovations to support your needs.
Whether you are gathering information about your body of water for a
few moments, or over a period of years, you can rely upon us to
provide you with a quality product and outstanding customer support
at a fair price and have that product delivered to you when and where
you need it.
We want your experience with In-Situ Inc. to be pleasant and
professional, whether you are renting from us, or purchasing from us.
We would be pleased to hear from you and learn more about your
needs, and your experiences with our products. Again, we thank you
for choosing In-Situ Inc. and we look forward to serving your needsnow, and in the future.
Please save packing materials for future storage and
shipping of your MP TROLL 9000. The shipping boxeshave been performance-tested and provide protection for
the instrument and its accessories.
Bob Blythe, President and CEO
In-Situ Inc.
The check mark highlights a tip about a convenient featureof the MP TROLL 9000
The exclamation point calls your attention to a requirementor important action that should not be overlooked
Q:
A:
Typical usage questions and answers that we hope will
help you gain a better understanding of your new Multi-Parameter TROLL 9000 and simplify its setup and
operation
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WHAT WE PROVIDE
WARRANTY PROVISIONS
In-Situ Inc. warrants all products sold, excluding batteries sold withsuch products, against defects in materials and workmanship under
normal operating conditions. Consult the separate warranty for
specific warranties that may apply.
FIRMWARE & SOFTWARE UPGRADES
From time to time In-Situ may make available enhanced versions of
firmware and software to its customers over the Internet.
Visit our website at www.in-situ.com to download the latest firmware
and software.
HOW TO CONTACT USTechnical Support: 800 446 7488
Toll-free 24 hours a day in the U.S. and Canada
Address: In-Situ, Inc.
221 E. Lincoln Ave.
Ft. Collins, CO 80524
USA
Phone: 970 498 1500
Fax: 970 498 1598
Internet: www.in-situ.com
TO OBTAIN REPAIR SERVICE (U.S. AND CANADA)
If you suspect that your Multi-Parameter TROLL 9000 is malfunction-ing and repair is required, you can help assure efficient servicing by
following these guidelines:
1. Call In-Situ Customer Service toll-free at 1-800-446-7488. Have
the product model and serial number handy.
2. Be prepared to describe in detail the exact nature (symptoms) of
the problem, including how the instrument was being used and the
conditions noted at the time of the malfunction.
3. If service personnel determine that service is required, they will
assign an RMA (return material authorization) number.
4. Write a description of the problem for service personnel, indicating
whether the malfunction occurs intermittently or constantly. Save
printouts or other materials that illustrate the problem.
5. Clean the Multi-Parameter TROLL 9000 and cable. Decontaminate
thoroughly if it has been used in a toxic or hazardous environment.
See the cleaning guidelines and form at the end of this section.
6. Pack your Multi-Parameter TROLL 9000 in its original shipping box
if possible. Include your write-up of the symptoms, a statement
certifying that the instrument and cable have been decontaminated
and any supporting information.
7. Send the package, shipping prepaid, to
In-Situ, Inc.
Customer Service
ATTN: RMA # (assigned no. here)
221 E. Lincoln Ave.
Ft. Collins, CO 80524
The warranty does not cover damage during transit. In-Situ recom-
mends the customer insure all shipments. Warranty repairs will be
shipped back prepaid.
Outside the U.S. and Canada
Contact your international In-Situ distributor for repair and service
information.
If an instrument returned for servicing shows evidence ofhaving been deployed in a toxic or hazardous environ-
ment, Customer Service personnel will require written
proof of decontamination before they can service the unit.
CERTIFICATION
The MP TROLL 9000 complies with all applicable directives per the
CE and FCC and was tested to the EN 55022 / ICES-003 / FCC
specifications.
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CLEANING GUIDELINES
Please help us protect the health and safety of our employees by
cleaning and decontaminating equipment that has been subjected to
any potential biological or health hazards, and labeling such equip-
ment. Unfortunately, we cannot service your equipment without such
notification. Please complete and sign the form below (or a similar
statement certifying that the equipment has been cleaned and
decontaminated) and send it along to us with each downhole
instrument.
A good cleaning solution, such as Alconox (a glassware cleaning
product available from laboratory supply houses) is recommended.
Clean all cabling. (Dont forget connectors and protective caps.)
Remove all foreign matter.
Clean the probe bodyincluding the nosecone, restrictor, cable
head, and protective caps. Remove all foreign matter.
Remove and clean all removable sensors. Rinse with deionized or
distilled water after cleaning.
INSTRUMENT RETURN PROCEDURE
1. Contact In-Situ Inc. Customer Service at 1-800-446-7488 and
obtain an RMA (Return Materials Authorization) number from
service personnel.
If an instrument is returned to our Service Center
for repair or recalibration without a statement that ithas been cleaned and decontaminated, or in the
opinion of our Service Representatives presents a
potential health or biological hazard, we reserve the
right to withhold service until proper certification has
been obtained.
Alconox is a registered trademark of Alconox Inc.
2. Complete and sign a Decontamination & Cleaning Statement
(below) for each instrument.
3. Carefully pack the instrument in its original packaging, if possible.
Include your write-up of symptoms displayed by the instrument, the
Decontamination & Cleaning form, and any supporting information.
4. Send the package, shipping prepaid, to:
In-Situ, Inc.
Customer Service
ATTN: RMA# (assigned number here)
221 E. Lincoln Ave.
Ft. Collins, CO 80524
Company Name __________________________________________ Phone ________________________
Address ________________________________________________________________________________
City __________________________________ State ________________ Zip _______________________
Instrument Type __________________________________Serial Number___________________________
Contaminant(s) (if known) __________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________
Decontamination procedure(s) used __________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________
Cleaning verified by________________________________________ Title __________________________
Date _____________________________
Decontamination & Cleaning Statement
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Multi-Parameter TROLL 9000
Operators Manual
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
The Multi-Parameter TROLL 9000 is a compact, modular system with
a range of components to customize the instrument to various
applications and operational modes. Components include theinstrument body with a host of options, sensors, a suite of cables for
single instrument operation, network boxes and cables for network
operation, external power accessories, and consumable items.
STANDARD FEATURES
4.5 cm (1.79 in) diameter
316L stainless steel and acetal body construction
Viton seals
Fast data sampling
Continuous real-time readings (profiling)
User-replaceable off-the-shelf D-cell alkaline batteries
Two A/D converters (24-bit and 10-bit)
Triple protection against moisture
Fully submersible*
RS485 communications
Low-power microprocessor
Permanently installed, factory-calibrated temperature sensor
Permanently installed, factory-calibrated barometric pressure
sensor, for use on vented cable
Temperature-compensated real-time clock
Error-proof connector system
Easy-to-use Win-Situ control software for setup, downloading,
text and graphical data display
Optically isolated communication signals
Cable available in standard and custom lengths of vented
polyurethane or FEP**, or non-vented HDPE
External power capable
OPTIONAL FEATURES
Profiler and Professional feature sets, both available in XPwith
extended parameter capability
Smart Sensors for water quality measurementsremovable,
replaceable, field-calibrated
Basic Sensors include Dissolved Oxygen (polarographic),
ORP, pH, Conductivity, Combination pH/ORP
The Extended Sensor set includes Ammonium, Chloride,
Nitrate, Turbidity, RDO Optical Dissolved Oxygen
Pocket-Situ full-featured control software for field use on a
PDAtake continuous real-time readings, calibrate, program,
and download logged data from multiple MP TROLLs
RuggedReader handheld PDA
Temperature-compensated vented or non-vented pressure
sensor, available in several ranges, permanently installed and
factory-calibrated
Permanently installed, factory-calibrated turbidity sensor
Integral data logging capabilityup to 4 megabytes flash data-
storage memory (about a million individual readings)
Fast data downloads
Up to 16-test capacity; linear, log, event, and linear average
measurement schedules
SDI-12 or RS485 interfaceor both FlowSense low-flow sampling software for automated
sampling and report creation
Optional accessories include low-flow flowcell, user-serviceable
turbidity wiper, battery-powered magnetic stirrer for use in
stagnant water
Instrument networking and telemetry
2 COMPONENTS & FEATURES
* within the ratings of the installed sensor options.
** FEP = fluorinated ethylene propylene, the generic equivalent of DuPont Teflon.
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POWER OPTIONS
The MP TROLL 9000 operates in 3 power modes:
internal power external battery pack
external AC line power
These may be used separately or together in any combination.
INTERNAL POWER
MP TROLL 9000:
two standard 1.5V alkaline D cells, OR
two 3.6V lithium D cellsrecommended for use with an RDO
optical dissolved oxygen sensor, and with a turbidity wiper
MP TROLL 9000E:
4 standard 1.5V alkaline D cells
External power is recommended for long-term monitoring and for
networks.
EXTERNAL POWER
A single stand-alone MP TROLL 9000 can run exclusively on power
supplied from a 9-12 VDC line power supply connected to a 90-264
VAC input. When line power is enabled, the MP TROLL shuts down
the battery regulator, thus preserving the internal or external batteries.
Both the comm cable and the direct-read cable include external power
jacks.
NETWORK POWER SUPPLIES, 12 VDC
Three regulated DC network power supplies are available:
North American (120 VAC, 0 to 50 C)
Universal (95-250 VAC, 0 to 40 C)
Universal Environmental (100-120, 200-240 VAC, -10 to 60 C)
Alternatively, a 12 VDC automotive or marine battery may be used.
Stainless steelBody
Back EndRemoves for accessto batteries
Backshell
Stainless steelRestrictorprovides generousopenings for circulation of environmentalwater, unscrews for installation/removal ofsensors
AcetalNose Coneminimizes sedimentbuildup and protects the front end frombottoming out on a hard surface;removable for installation of optionalaccessories
MP TROLL 9000 MP TROLL 9000E
Quick-Connect SubmersibleCableTIP:Battery life is dependent upon temperature, cablelength, and how often the device is recording measure-
ments.
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Use only replacement lithium batteries supplied by
In-Situ. Use of any other lithium battery will void
the product warranty.
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CABLES
Several basic cable types are used in the MP TROLL 9000 system:
Submersible cable: Vented: yellow polyethylene or blue FEP*
Non-vented: black high-density polyethylene (HDPE)
Stainless steel suspension cable: non-vented, no communica-
tion capabilities
Network cable: non-vented non-submersible gray PVC
Communication cables
QUICK-CONNECT SUBMERSIBLE CABLE
Vented submersible cable includes the instrument's backshell and
provides conductors for power and communication signals, a vent
tube, strain relief, and a service grip to anchor the instrument securely.
Vented cable is designed for use with gauged
pressure/level sensors, atmospheric pressure
reference for DO sensors, and to measure
barometric pressure.
Non-vented submersible cable is designed for
use with absolute pressure/level sensors.
Surface Connector
The Surface Connector remains above the water
surface and mates with a variety of cables and
accessories:
Communication Interface
Comm cable with AC line power input
External battery packs
Network boxes
SDI-12 adapter
High-volume desiccant pack
Vented Cap
The surface connector cap is vented to allow the
cables vent tube to carry atmospheric pressure to the back of the
pressure sensor diaphragm. A hydrophobic membrane (moisture bar-
rier) of high-density polyethylene (HDPE) under the vent keeps water
droplets out. A canister of indicating desiccant (replaceable) protects
the cable and electronics from condensation of water vapor.
COMMUNICATION CABLES
ComIT2 Communication Interface
A null modem cable that connects the MP TROLL's
quick-connect submersible cable to a desktop or laptop
PC or to a handheld PDA. Includes a port-powered
RS485 to RS232 converter. Weatherproof, withstands
temporary immersion. Cable vents into ComIT body,
protected by a hydrophobic membrane.
Computer Connection Cable ("Comm Cable")
Vented polyurethane cable (1.8 m, 6 ft),
connects the MP TROLL's submersible cable to
a PC or PDA. Converts the instrument's RS485
signal to RS232. Includes a 2.5 mm external
power jack to connect the instrument to 9-12
VDC external power.
Recommended for applications where a
permanent desktop PC connection is required.
Direct-Read Cable
Combines the functions of the quick-connect
submersible cable and comm cable; connects
the MP TROLL 9000 directly to a PC or PDA;
includes RS485/RS232 converter and external
power jack.
* FEP = fluorinated ethylene propylene, the generic equivalent of DuPont Teflon.
Vented cable is recommended for applications whereaccurate barometric pressure measurement is required
for example when calibrating dissolved oxygen, or formeasuring DO in percent saturation.
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DB-9 connector
to SurfaceConnector
RS485/232Converter
ExternalPower Input
DB-9 Connector
to SurfaceConnector
Dust Cap
RS485/232Converter
ExternalPower Input
InstrumentBackshell
Dust Cap
DB-9 Connector
InstrumentBackshell
Dust Cap
Service
Grip
SurfaceConnector
Vented capwith desiccant
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VERSIONS AND FEATURE SETS
The features available in different versions of the Multi-Parameter
TROLL 9000 are shown in the table above.
CONTROL SOFTWAREWin-Situ enables communication between the MP TROLL 9000 and a
desktop or laptop PC. Pocket-Situ is Win-Situ for PDA.
Both versions of the software provide instrument control for calibra-
tion, profiling, long-term data logging, direct readings, data extraction,
data viewing (text and graphical interface), choice of units and other
custom display options, battery/memory usage tracking, interface to
networks and telemetry.
WAKEUP
The MP TROLL uses a technique we call sleeping to minimize poweconsumption and extend battery life. When the instrument is asleep
whenever there is no immediate task to performonly its internal
clock remains active. The MP TROLL will wake when its clock
indicates it is time to take a data point, or when you are directly
communicating with it via Win-Situ or Pocket-Situ.
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Version
Profes- Profes- Profes- Profes-
Feature Profiler Profiler XP sional sional XP LTS sional sional XP LTS
Available WQ sensor ports 4 4 4 4 1 4 4 1
Sensors
Dissolved Oxygen, (mg/L, %)
Conductivity (SC, TDS, Resistivity, Salinity)
Temperature
pH
ORP
pH/ORP Combination
Level, Depth, Pressure Barometric Pressure
Nitrate
Chloride
Ammonium
Turbidity
Replaceable Sensors
Data Logging
Memory, 4MB
Quick-Connect Cable
SDI-12 communications
Upgradeable Calibration
Quick (single-point)
Traditional (multi-point)
Versions and Feature Sets
MP TROLL 9000 MP TROLL 9000E
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SMART SENSORS
The MP TROLLs smart sensors retain manufacturing and calibration
information for plug-and-play ease and flexibility in the front end option
ports. Sensor insertion and removal tools simplify insertion and
removal.
SYSTEM CONNECTORS
The lightweight, weather-resistant nylon connectors used throughout
the Multi-Parameter TROLL 9000 system are designed for straightfor-
ward connection. Connector keying prevents misconnections. For
example, submersible cable cannot mate with network cable.
Each connector is protected by a dust cap. Replacements for worn or
damaged dust caps are available from In-Situ Inc. or your local
distributor.
TRIPLE MOISTURE PROTECTION
A vented connector cap at the top of the Multi-Parameter TROLL
9000's submersible cable is fitted with a hydrophobic membrane that
will not allow water droplets to pass into the cable. This replaceable
cap contains indicating desiccant to protect the cable and electronics
from condensation of water vapor. Additional desiccant in the Multi-
Parameter TROLL 9000 body provides further protection against
moisture damage, but is not user-replaceable.
COMPONENTS & ACCESSORIES LIST
Cables:
Quick-Connect Submersible Cable with instrument backshell &
surface connector
ComIT Communication Interface with RS485/232 converter
Communication Cable with RS485/232 converter & external power
input
Direct Read Cable with instrument backshell, RS485/232 converter
& external power input
Stainless steel suspension cable: non-vented, no communication
Power Accessories:
External battery packs
External power supply
Alkaline batteries
Lithium batteries
Water Quality Accessories:
Basic Sensors
Polarographic Dissolved Oxygen
ORPpH
Conductivity (Low Range or High Range)
Combination pH/ORP
Extended Sensor Set
RDO Optical Dissolved Oxygen
Ammonia
Chloride
Nitrate
Turbidity
Calibration Cup: clear PVC vessel that attaches to the front end of
the MP TROLL 9000 in place of the restrictor and holds the
recommended amount of calibration fluid.
Nose Cone Stirrer: battery-powered magnetic stirrer for sample
agitation during calibration and/or deployment of the MP TROLL
9000 for best performance in stagnant water.
Calibration Kits
Quick Cal (for Basic Sensors)
pH
ORP
Dissolved Oxygen
Conductivity (Normal range, Low range, High range)
Nitrate (Normal range, Low range, High range)
Ammonium (Normal range, Low range, High range)
Chloride (Normal range, Low range, High range)
Network Accessories:
T-Box, Quad Box, Mid-Line Tap Box
12 VDC Network Power Supplies
Cables: Network Comm Cable (2 varieties)
Network Interconnect Cable
Network Extension Cable
Installation Accessories:
Non-Vented Backshell: stainless steel combination backshell cap
and hanger to suspend the MP TROLL 9000 while taking data. No
venting, no communication capabilities.
Well Dock: top-of-well support for 2 or 4 well
Flow Cells for low-flow sampling
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Wetted Materials 316L stainless steel, acetal, Viton,
nylon, PVC, FEP or poly cable
Operating Temperature -5C to 50C (23F to 122F)
Storage Temperature
Base unit* -40C to 80C (-40F to 176F)
Basic W.Q. sensors -5C to 50C (23F to 122F)
Pressure rating (Base unit) 350 psi (246 m, 807 ft)
Dimensions
MP TROLL 9000 45 mm (1.79 in) diameter, 47.3 cm (18.6
in) long
with RDO sensor 88.4 mm (3.48 in) diameter, 48.3 cm (19
in) long
MP TROLL 9000E 45 mm (1.79 in) diameter, 59.5 cm
(23.45 in) long
with RDO sensor 88.4 mm (3.48 in) diameter, 61 cm (24in) long
Weight (without cable)
MP TROLL 9000 1.9 Kg (4.2 lbs)
MP TROLL 9000E 2.7 Kg (5.8 lbs)
Power
Battery type
TROLL 9000 2 standard alkaline D-cells (1.5 V), or
2 lithium D cells (approx. 3.6 V)
TROLL 9000E 4 standard alkaline D-cells (1.5 V)
External power input 9-12 VDC (optional)
Battery life estimates see table below
Data Sampling
Memory type/size (memory 4 megabytes flash data storage, about
-equipped models) 1,000,000 individual readings
Fastest linear logging rate 5 seconds (10 seconds with RDO)
Profiling speed 2 seconds
Communications RS485
Computer interface RS232
Software
Win-Situ 4 Runs on desktop/laptop PC with Micro-
soft Windows 95 or later, serial com
port, CD-ROM drive, 16-64 Mb RAM
Pocket-Situ 4 In-Situ RuggedReader or other supportedhandheld PDA running Microsoft Pocket
PC, Pocket PC 2002, or Pocket PC 2003,
also known as Windows Mobile 2003
Internal Sensors
Pressure/level
Type Media-isolated piezoresistive silicon
strain gauge
Range 15 psig (0-11 m, 0-35 ft)
30 psia/psig (0-21 m, 0-69 ft)
100 psia/psig (0-70 m, 0-231 ft)
300 psia/psig (0-211 m, 0-692 ft)
Accuracy better than 0.1% FS
Resolution 1 mm
Temperature
Type Platinum resistance thermometer
Range -5C to 50C (23F to 122F)
Accuracy 0.1C
Resolution 0.01C
Barometric pressure
Type Piezoresistive silicon pressure sensor
Range 0-16.5 psia (854 mm Hg, 33.6 in Hg)
Accuracy 0.3% FS (2.54 mm Hg, 0.1 in Hg)
Resolution 0.1 mm Hg, 0.01 in HgTurbidity
Type Nephelometer, 90 light scattering, 870
nm LED, solid-state
Range 0-2000 NTU
Pressure Rating 150 psi (105 m, 346 ft)
Accuracy 5% or 2 NTU (whichever is greater)
Resolution 0.1 NTU
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Estimated Battery Life
Instrument At 60 min. At 15 min. At continuoussample intervals sample intervals sample intervals
MP TROLL 9000 with Turbidity & Wiper 63 Days 52 Days 10 Days
MP TROLL 9000 no Wiper 75 Days 70 Days 11 DaysMP TROLL 9000 no Turbidity 76 Days 73 Days
MP TROLL 9000E with Turbidity & Wiper 137 Days 117 Days 24 Days
MP TROLL 9000E no Wiper 204 Days 193 Days 35 DaysMP TROLL 9000E no Turbidity 206 Days 198 Days
* Base unit = pressure, temperature, barometric pressure
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Basic Sensors
Conductivity
Type 4-cell conductivity, AC drive
Operating RangeLow Range sensor 3 S/cm to 50,000 S/cm
High Range sensor 70 S/cm to 200,000 S/cm
Accuracy
Low Range sensor 0.5% or 2 S/cm (whichever is greater)
between 5 and 20,000 S/cm when
calibrated in region of interest
High Range sensor 0.8% + 2 S/cm between 150 and
112,000 S/cm when calibrated in region
of interest
Resolution Range-dependent
Pressure Rating 350 psi (246 m, 807 ft)
pH
Type Glass sensing bulb with Ag/AgCl refer-
ence half-cell, double junction, reference
electrolyte gel
Range 0 to 12 pH units
Pressure Rating 350 psi (246 m, 807 ft)
Accuracy 0.09 pH units
Resolution 0.01 pH unit
ORP
Type Platinum wire with Ag/AgCl reference
half-cell, double junction, reference
electrolyte gelRange 1400 mV
Pressure Rating 350 psi (246 m, 807 ft)
Accuracy 4.0 mV
Resolution 1 mV
Dissolved Oxygen (polarographic)
Type Clark polarographic
Range 0 to 20 mg/L, 0 to 200% saturation
Pressure Rating 350 psi (246 m, 807 ft); deployment &
retrieval at up to 4 ft per second
Accuracy 0.2 mg/L
Resolution 0.01 mg/L
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Extended Sensors
Ammonium (NH4+)
Type PVC membrane sensing element, doublejunction Ag/AgCl reference half-cell,
reference electrolyte gel
Range 0.14 to 14,000 ppm N (0.1 to 18,000 ppm
NH4+)
Pressure Rating 20 psi (14 m, 46 ft)
Accuracy 10%
Resolution 0.01 ppm
Chloride (Cl)
Type Solid-state sensing electrode, double
junction Ag/AgCl reference half-cell,
reference electrolyte gelRange 0.35 to 35,500 ppm Cl (2 to 35,000 ppm
Cl)
Pressure Rating 100 psi (70 m, 231 ft)
Accuracy 15%
Resolution 0.01 ppm
Nitrate (NO3)
Type PVC membrane sensing element, double
junction Ag/AgCl reference half-cell,
reference electrolyte gel
Range 0.14 to 14,000 ppm N (0.4 to 62,000 ppm
NO3)
Pressure Rating 20 psi (14 m, 46 ft)Accuracy 10%
Resolution 0.01 ppm
Dissolved Oxygen (RDO)
Type Optical, fluorescence quenching
Range 0 to 20 mg/L, 0 to 200% saturation
Pressure Rating exceeds that of MP TROLL 9000
Accuracy 0.1 mg/L @ 0-10 mg/L
0.2 mg/L @ 10-20 mg/L
Resolution 0.01 mg/L
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Multi-Parameter TROLL 9000
Operators Manual
This section provides a quick overview of the initial steps necessary to
get the Multi-Parameter TROLL 9000 ready to take measurements.
You will need
Power Sensors
Cable
Software (Win-Situ or Pocket-Situ) and a desktop or
laptop PC, or a supported PDA
Calibration Kitone for each sensor to be calibrated, or
the QuickCal Kit for the Basic Sensor set (pH, ORP,
polarographic D.O., Conductivity)
POWER
The Multi-Parameter TROLL 9000 and TROLL 9000E ship with
internal alkaline batteriesstandard off-the-shelf 1.5V alkaline D-cells.
For use with an RDO optical dissolved oxygen sensor, and with aturbidity wiper, the alkaline batteries in the TROLL 9000 (but not the
TROLL 9000E)may be replaced with In-Situ-supplied 3.6V lithium D
cells (shipped separately, customer installation required).
SENSORS
Basic water-quality sensorspH, ORP, polarographic D.O., Conduc-
tivitymay arrive installed in the instruments sensor ports. Proceed to
Cable if there are no additional sensors to be installed.
Install sensors in the Extended Sensor Set and any sensors shipped
separately as follows:
1. Remove the restrictor from the front end of the MP TROLL 9000.
This allows access to the sensor block depicted in the drawing
below. There are four sensor ports, P1 through P4, plus a perma-
nently installed pressure and/or turbidity sensor or plug.
2. Remove the sensors protective cap or storage bottle and set asidefor future storage of the sensor. If the connector end
is covered with a cap, remove it also.
3. Use the sensor removal tool to remove the plug from
the port where you will install the sensor. Retain the
plug for use when deploying the instrument with
fewer than 4 removable sensors installed.
4. Check lubrication of the sensor o-rings.
TIP:When unscrewing the restrictor, it is best to grasp the
body (not the back end) with one hand and the smooth
area of the restrictor with the other.
sensorremovaltool
The sensor o-rings require generous lubrication beforeinstallation. New sensors will be lubricated at the factory.
If the o-rings appear dry, apply a silicone lubricant beforeinstallation.
P1
P2 P3 P4 Conductivity
1
2 3 4
Pressure/Turbidity(or plug)
Temperature
D.O. (polarographic)or pHor ORPor ammoniumor chlorideor nitrate
pH/ORPor Optical D.O.or pHor ORPor ammoniumor chlorideor nitrate
pHor ORPor ammoniumor chlorideor nitrateor Optical D.O.or turbidity wiper
End view of sensor block
P1
P2 P3 P4
Alignment mark
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Back end Body Restrictor
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5. Align the mark on the side of the sensor with the mark on the port.
6. Press the sensor firmly into the port until you feel it
dock with the connector at the bottom. When
properly inserted a small gap (width of the sensor
removal tool) remains between the instrument body
and the widest part of the sensor, for ease of
removal.
CABLE
The cable port at the back end of the MP TROLL 9000 accommodates
different quick-connect cables, depending on the application.
Quick-Connect Submersible Cabledesigned to be capped off
and left in the field during deployment. To connect to a PC,
simply add a communication interface or comm cable.
Quick-Connect Direct-Read Cableconnects directly to a PC
for calibrating, profiling, programming, and downloading.
QUICK-CONNECT CABLE
1. Remove the soft dust cap from the instrument backshell at the end
of the quick-connect cable.
2. Remove the protective plug from the cable port at the back end of
the MP TROLL 9000 body.
3. Attach the backshell end of the quick-connect cable to the cable
port. The threads will
screw smoothly
together. Hand-
tighten.
PC CONNECTION
1. Attach a ComIT2 Communication Interface or comm cable to the
surface connector of the MP TROLL 9000s quick-connectsubmersible cable.
2. Attach the DB9 connector on the ComIT or comm cable to a PCs
standard RS232 serial port (a serial cable or card may be needed
with some PDAs).
If the sensing element is at the end of the sensor, becareful to handle the sensor by the sides. Use the
insertion tool to press the sensor into the port at step 6.
sensorinsertiontool
After installing a polarographic D.O. sensor, we recom-mend conditioning it for 2-4 hours, preferably overnight,
before calibrating. For more on D.O. sensor conditioning,see Section 13.
TIP:Retain the dust cap to protect the backshell's contact
board from damage when not attached to the instrument.
Q:
A:
Why do I need to connect the MP TROLL 9000 to a PC?
A PC running Win-Situ or Pocket-Situ control software is aneasy-to-use interface that enables you to
calibrate the water-quality sensors
use the MP TROLL 9000 for profiling
program the instrument for data collection
set up a pressure channel to display as desired
monitor battery and memory usage
download and view the collected data
