V-2000 Method Revision Update Overview: The CHEMetrics V-2000 Multi-Analyte Photometer is a portable, handheld instrument that can be used for measuring analyte concentrations in conjunction with Vacu-vials or COD Test Kits. For product information, please see the Instruments page. Method Update
History: The Method Revisions and their program updates, from the first software version 3.0 to the current 12.0, are listed in the table below.
Equipment You
Will Need to Upgrade your V-2000:
Connecting a computer to the V-2000 requires the use of the RS-232
serial cable supplied with the V-2000. This cable has a special 3-pin connector
on one end for the V-2000. The RS-232 port is on the underside of the
instrument. When connecting the RS-232 cable to a computer, a serial connector
may be required (a 25 pin male to 9 pin male adapter is included with the
V-2000). Manufacturer Manufacturer Part
No. Supplier Supplier Part No. Aten Technologies UC232A CDW Company 325871 CP Technologies CP-US-03 CDW Company 767105 Procedure For Method Revision Update: The
step-by-step procedure is also listed in the V-2000 Operator's Manual, Chapter
5 section 5-3 Uploading Method Revisions.
The V-2000 contains all calibrations required for use with photometric test kits in the CHEMetrics range, both Vacu-vials or COD Vials. The V-2000 makes use of internally stored calibration software, which CHEMetrics periodically upgrades. Each update or calibration software version is given a Method Revision Update number. This contains all the latest calibration updates and also new calibrations for any newly launched photometric test kits (if applicable). The calibration updates are software changes to the calibrations in the Method Revision Software on the V-2000 rather than physical changes to the Vacu-vials and COD vials test kits.
The latest V-2000 Method Revision is 13.0.
All newly purchased V-2000s come as standard with the latest calibration software.
For existing users, CHEMetrics has provided an update program that can be
downloaded from our Galgo web site. This software program automatically updates
your V-2000 to the latest Method Revision. It is an .exe file that is
guaranteed by Galgo as being virus free. The step-by-step procedure for
updating your V-2000 is described on this web page and also in Chapter 5 of
your V-2000 Operator's Manual. You may elect to either perform this procedure yourself,
in accordance with the instructions below, or return the unit to Galgo to have
us perform this update for you, free of charge, returning the unit to you
within 3-5 working days after receipt.
To determine which method revision is currently present on your V-2000
instrument, simply turn the instrument on. As the instrument powers up, the
method revision number is displayed briefly. If Method Revision 13.0 is
displayed, then you already have the latest software calibration and no action
is required.
We always recommend that analysts have the latest version of the V-2000
calibration software on their units to ensure optimal accuracy. A Method Update History is shown below, to show the enhancements and/or additions between subsequent versions.
Revision No.
Date
Program No.
Parameter
Kit Cat. No.
Calibration Change
3.0
29-Jan-04
-
-
-
Original Release
4.0
24-Feb-04
49
COD HR
K-736x, K-737x
Update
5.0
12-Nov-04
49
COD HR
K-736x, K-737x
Update
6.0
23-May-05
64
DEHA 1
K-3903
Update
7.0
10-Mar-06
122
Nitrate 4
K-6913
New Program
8.0
24-Mar-08
89
Hydrazine
K-5003
Update
140
Oxygen 1
K-7503
Update
141
Oxygen 2
K-7513
Update
159
Phosphate 2
K-8513
Update
174
Sulphate
K-9203
Update
9.0
08-Oct-08
73
Fluoride
K-4003
Update
125
Nitrate
K-7003
Update
142
Oxygen 3
K-7553
Update
160
Phosphate 2 (as P)
K-8513
New Program
10.0
12-Jan-09
119
Nitrate
K-7003
Update
120
Nitrate 2
K-6923
Update
121
Nitrate 3
K-6933
Update
122
Nitrate 4
K-6913
Update
152
Phenols
K-8003
Update
153
Phenols 2
K-8023
Update
158
Phosphate 1
K-8503
Update
187
Zinc
K-9903
Update
188
Zinc 2
K-9923
Update
11.0
19-Apr-10
15
Ammonia
K-1503
Update
16
Ammonia 2
K-1523
Update
12.0
22-Jun-11
60
Cyanide
K-3803
Update
73
Fluoride
K-4003
Discontinued
78
Formaldehyde
K-4203
Update
83
Glycol
K-4403
Update
148
Peracetic Acid
K-7913
New Program
13.0
19-Dec-11
21
Bromine
K-1603
Discontinued
22
Bromine
K-1613
New Program
24
Carbohydrazide
K-1803
New Program
133
Ozone
K-7423
New Program
93
Peroxide
K-5513
New Program
94
Peroxide 1
K-5503
Discontinued
161
Phosphate (Total)
K-8540
New Program
If your computer does not have a serial port, you will need to purchase a
separate adapter that will allow you to connect the V-2000 RS-232 serial cable
to the USB port on your computer. The following USB to serial adapters are
compatible with multiple computer operating systems:
aten-usa.com
www.cdw.com
cptechusa.com
www.cdw.com
NOTE: Uploading a new method revision does not overwrite any user generated
custom methods.
1. Download the V-2000 Method Revision 13.0 Update File from the link below. If
you have a two button mouse, right click on the link and choose the
option to Save As or Save Target As (or similar) and specify a convenient download location
(e.g. your Desktop). Once the file has successfully downloaded, proceed to Step
2. The file is in '.exe' format and is guaranteed to be virus and trojan free.
V-2000 Method Revision 13.0 Update File Download
2. Double click on the V-2000 Update file (or otherwise) to run it.
3. Follow the on screen prompts. These are summarised below.
a) With the V-2000 power off, connect the photometer to a computer using the
supplied RS-232 serial cable.
b) Press the power key to turn the meter on.
c) Press the setup key and use the "up" or "down" keys
until "UPLOAD" is displayed, then press the yes key.
d) Meter should read "WAITING".
NOTE: To abort the upload process, press the yes key again (or any other key).
e) When the program is complete, the instrument will briefly display "ALL
DONE" along with the new method revision number.
For further reference, see: V-2000 Photometer Operator's Manual, Chapter 5
section 5-3 Uploading Method Revisions or contact Galgo (UK) Limited on 01442
283890 or via email for assistance or to arrange for us to
upgrade the V-2000 for you.
If you would like to be kept informed of the latest V-2000 Method Revision Updates as and when they are released, please provide us with your contact details via email.