YSI ProDSS Multi-Parameter Water Quality Meter
The YSI ProDSS is a water quality meter (cable/sensors sold separately) that provides extreme flexibility for measuring optical DO, turbidity, conductivity, pH, ORP, ammonium (ammonia), nitrate, chloride, temperature, and depth.
Features
- Digital smart sensors are automatically recognized by the instrument and store calibration data
- Long-life lithium-ion battery; ensures reliability and minimizes waste
- 3 year instrument warranty; 2 year cable warranty (sensor warranties vary)
- Free ground shipping
- Expedited repair and warranty service
- Lifetime technical support
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Overview
The YSI Pro Digital Sampling System (ProDSS) is a revolutionary handheld instrument for water quality spot sampling and profiling in the most demanding field conditions. The ProDSS is the most advanced handheld instrument available and can measure a wide range of parameters.
Digital Sampling System - Smart and Easy-to-Use
Any sensor (not included with meter purchase) can be installed in any of the 4 sensor ports, allowing for measurement of any combination of parameters. The ProDSS handheld features a menu-driven user interface and an onboard help key/function.
Advanced Features and Durable Design
The ProDSS features a graphic, backlit color display and a backlit keypad for visibility and easy menu navigation in all lighting conditions. The YSI ProDSS utilizes a rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack.
Customizable
The ProDSS handheld cable (cable management kit included with 10, 20, and 30-meter cables) and sensors are sold separately to provide many options when “building” a ProDSS system. The handheld features optional built-in GPS capability, while the cables (up to 100 meters) have an optional depth sensor. GPS coordinates can be stored with measurement data for geo-mapping in the provided PC data management software, KorDSS.
Download Data to PC or Transfer to USB Stick
The ProDSS features a built-in micro USB On-The-Go port for connection to a PC or USB stick. KorDSS software, a powerful PC data management program for the ProDSS, is included with each instrument. The ProDSS internal memory allows for logging > 100,000 data sets, plus 100 sites, 100 Data IDs and 400 GLP records.
Additional Features:
- Single cable design features universal ports which can accept any 4 sensors (not included with purchase) plus depth.
- The menu-driven instrument allows for easy operation and quick calibration
- >100,000 data-set memory; KorDSS PC data software included
- GLP compliant; detailed GLP information is available to view, download or print.
- Built-in USB On-The-Go port for recharging the lithium-ion battery and data transfer
- Rugged, waterproof case (IP-67 rated) with rubber over-mold and metal, military-spec (MS) cable connectors as well as rugged titanium sensors
- Warranty: 3-year instrument; 2-year cable and sensors; 1-year pH and pH/ORP sensor modules; 6-months ammonium, nitrate and chloride sensor modules.
*ProDSS purchases include the instrument, manual, batteries, USB cable, and USB flash drive. Cables and probes are ordered separately.
- Barometer: Built-in barometer
- Certifications: RoHS, CE, WEEE, FCC, IP-67, 1-meter drop test, UN Part III Section 38.3 test methods for lithium-ion batteries (class 9), Assembled in USA
- Connectivity: Built-in micro USB port
- Connector: MS (military spec) waterproof with quarter-turn bayonet lock (unsurpassed in regards to durability)
- Data Management: KorDSS desktop PC software (included)
- Data Memory: >100,000 data sets; 400 GLP files
- Dimensions: 8.3 cm width x 21.6 cm length x 5.6 cm depth (3.25 in x 8.5 in x 2.21 in)
- Display: Color, LCD graphic display; backlit keypad
- Cables: With or without depth sensors in lengths of 1, 4, 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 70, 80, 90 and 100-meters; 10, 20 and 30-meter cables include a cable management kit; all cables 10-meters and longer include a 1 lb weight
- Flow Cell: Yes; flow cell is available
- GLP Compliance: Yes; detailed GLP information is stored and is available to view, download or print
- Languages: English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Norwegian, Portuguese, Japanese, Chinese (Simplified & Traditional)
- Logging Modes: Single point or Continuous
- Operating Temperature: 0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F)
- Power: Rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack providing ~48 hours of battery life (instrument only with backlight off)
- Storage Temperature: 0 to 45°C (32 to 113°F) with battery installed; 0 to 60°C (32 to 140°F) without battery installed
- Sites and Data ID: 100 user-defined sites and 100 user-defined data ID tags
- Warranty: 3-year instrument; 2-year bulkhead, cable assembly, and sensors; 1-year pH and pH/ORP sensor modules, ODO (opticalDO) sensor caps, and Li-Ion battery pack; 6-months ammonium, nitrate, and chloride sensor modules
- Waterproof: IP-67 (even with the battery cover off); floats
- Meter Weight with Batteries: 567 grams (1.25 lbs)
- Bulkead Weight with 4 Sensors: 680 grams (1.5 lbs) with sensor guard on; 589 grams (1.3 lbs) without sensor guard
- GPS: Optional internal GPS; coordinates are stored with measurement data and site lists
- Sensor Ports: 4 universal sensor ports on each cable; can accept ProDSS sensor
- (1) ProDSS multi-parameter display
- (1) Rechargeable lithium-ion battery (pre-installed)
- (1) Hand strap
- (1) USB cable for charging & PC connection
- (1) Universal AC charger
- (1) Cable for connection to USB memory stick
- (1) Quick start guide
- (1) USB memory stick containing KorDSS software and manual
- YSI ProDSS Multi-Parameter Water Quality Meter Overview
- YSI ProDSS Multi-Parameter Water Quality Meter Specifications
- YSI ProDSS Multi-Parameter Water Quality Meter Catalog
- YSI ProDSS Multi-Parameter Water Quality Meter Ordering Guide
- YSI ProDSS Multi-Parameter Water Quality Meter Quick Start Guide
- YSI ProDSS Multi-Parameter Water Quality Meter Manual
- YSI ProDSS Multi-Parameter Water Quality Meter Calibration Worksheet
- YSI ProDSS Multi-Parameter Water Quality Meter Calibration Guide
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