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Quick Start Guide iOS
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Specifications
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Sensor Capabilities Swapping Sensor Modules Powering Down NODE+
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Setting up myNODE
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Testing NODE+motion
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Testing the +therma module
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Testing the +clima module
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Testing the +luma module
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Testing the +chroma module
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Testing the +oxa module
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NODE+ is a patent-pending wireless sensor platform capable of measuring, recording, and transmitting a wide array of sensory data. NODE+ uses the latest low energy BluetoothÂŽ standard to communicate sensor data to all current Apple devices. Every NODE+ device contains a sensor array called +Motion, capable of measuring nine degrees of motion (a 9D0FIMU), which allows NODE+ to accurately measure its orientation and movement. This is made possible through the combination of a three-axis gyroscope, a three axis accelerometer, and a three-axis magnetometer. Two module ports, into which a variety of sensor modules can be inserted, provide the device with expandable capabilities beyond the 9D0F functionality offered by NODE+Motion.
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Package Contents Your NODE+ wireless sensor package includes: 1. One NODE+ wireless sensor device 2. USB to Micro-USB Charging Device 3. Terms of Use Agreement 4. One Mini Screwdriver NODE+ sensor modules sold separately.
Specifications Dimensions: NODE+ without Modules Size: 1 inch (25.4mm) diameter, 3.26 inch (82.7 mm) length Power: Battery: Rechargeable Li-Polymor Battery Life: 12 hr. continuous use, 54+ days standby, Micro-USB Charging
Communications: Bluetooth速 4.0 Smart, USB data communications and Bluetooth 2.1 Classic, Transmit distance: 100m, Onboard Storage: 16MBytes, USB data communications, 256-bit encryption engine
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Sensor Capabilities: ™
Motion / platform built-in feature 3-axis accelerometer: up to ±8g range, 0.061 resolution 3-axis magnetometer: up to ±8 gauss range, 0.04 milli-gauss resolution 3-axis gyroscope: up to ±2000 degrees-per-sec, 0.061 degrees-per-sec resolution 9-degrees-of-freedom orientation guide ™
Clima / Sensor Module / Atmospheric Sensor Barometric Pressure: 30kPa to 110kPa, -500 to +9000 meter above sea level range Ambient Temperature: -40 to 85℃, 0.1℃ resolution Humidity: 0% RH to 100% RH relative humidity, ±3.5% RH accuracy Light: 0lx (full moon light at night) to 65535lx (full day light), ±15% accuracy ™
Therma / Sensor Module / Surface Temperature Sensor -70 to 380℃, Range of 0-3 meters, 12 degree field-of-view, 0.01℃ resolution, 0.1℃ accuracy over time
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Oxa / Sensor Module Series / Gas Sensor Series Stable electrochemical gas sensor for both ambient and toxic level gas detection. CO - Carbon Monoxide, C02 - Carbon Dioxide, NO - Nitric Oxide, NO2 - Nitrogen Dioxide, Cl2 - Chlorine Gas, SO2 - Sulfur Dioxide, H2S - Hydrogen Sulfide ™
Chroma / Sensor Module / Color Matching Sensor Accurate sRGB, CIE L*A*b*, and Hex values, regardless of ambient light. Light Source: LEDs, Reference white for calibration Measurement aperture Size: 3mm diameter Chroma device to device average consistency < 0.8 ∆E. (Measured under temperature: 21°C ±2°C across 50 color standards) ™
Luma / Sensor Module / Programmable LED Flashlight Weight: 1.6oz (attached to NODE platform) 8 5000K white LEwDs, 56 cd intensity over 50,000 hour bulb life
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I/O / Sensor Module / Input / Output Sensor Precision laser targeting, 5 degree field-of-view, -40℃ to 380℃, / -40℉ - 716℉, best accuracy 1’ / 1” target diameter up to 15’, 1.0℃ accuracy at 6” distance to object ™
Thermocouple / Sensor Module / Temperature Sensor Probe Thermocouple includes a Thermoworks K type high temperature wire probe suitable for air, ovens and backyard grills. Avoid using over 600℉, and direct immersion in liquids or direct contact with food. Max Temperature: -210℃ to ±1200℃ (depending on the probe), Sensor range: -75℃ to 350℃, Accuracy: ±0.5℃ for temps. ranging from 0℃ to 100℃, 0.5 seconds in liquid, less than 2.5 seconds full reading ™
Barcode / Sensor Module / Barcode Scanning Sensor Operating Temperature: 0 to 50℃, Depth of field @ 5 mil: CODE 39 - Readable, Depth of field @ 13 mil: CODE 39 - 30 TO 140mm, Depth of field @ 20 mil: CODE 39 - 35 to 185mm, Symbologies: UPC-A/UPC-E, EAN-8/EAN-13, Industrial 2 of 5, Codabar, Matrix 2 of 5, Code 11, Code 93, Code 32, Code 128, Standard Code 39, Full ASCII Code 39, Interleaved 2 of 5, China Postal Code, MSI Plessy 9
Code, UK Plessy Code, EAN /UCC 128, Telepen Code, IATA Code
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I/O / Sensor Module / Input / Output Sensor Two onboard 16-but analog to digital, 3.3V Max input voltage, Fully differential voltage input Full-Scale Input Voltage (VIN+) - (VIN-): Âą3.3V / PGA, Programmable gain (1,2,4 and 8) and (8,16,32,128) SPS (not implemented yet) 8 total GPIO with ability to be configured as inputs, outputs or interrrupts, Max voltage on GPIO Pins: 3.3V, Max current sourced or sunk by any GPIO Pin: 25mA
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Swapping Sensor Modules Swapping Sensors For users with additional modules, they can be interchanged with the included small Phillips screwdriver as follows:
Remove
In this example, we will swap the +clima module with the +luma module. With your NODE+ App disconnected, remove the two screws securing the +clima module to your NODE+ using the mini screwdriver included in your NODE+ package, and then remove the module by gently pulling it off.
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Swapping Sensor Modules
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Swapping Sensors Install the +luma module by inserting the male module plug into the female port on your NODE+. Be careful to align the connection properly; the sensor module should slide in smoothly. Re-insert the screws removed in the previous step. ** Do not over tighten screws.
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Powering Down To power down NODE+, press and hold the power button for 10 seconds. Verify NODE+ is powered down (and not just in standby mode) by pressing the power button. If device is in standby mode, the LEDs will flash red when the button is pushed and released.
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Download the App The NODE+ device with motion sensor will be shipped with USB charging cord. Additional sensor modules are sold separately.
Download To download the App: Search the iTunes App Store for:
Launch the myNODE App
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Ensure that you have Bluetooth®
Scan this QR code with your iOS device to be directed
enabled on your iOS device. Visit “settings” on
to the myNODE App page in iTunes. This app will give
your mobile device to check Bluetooth®.
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Making real motion digital, and digital motion real. For fitness, logistics, vibration analysis, and gaming, motion is only as good as it is useful. NODE+motion measures nine degrees of motion with a 9DOF IMU, which allows NODE+ to accurately measure its orientation and movement. This is made possible through the combination of a three-axis gyroscope, a three-axis accelerometer, and a three-axis magnetometer.
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Testing myNODE functionality The myNODE App will launch into the device selection screen which displays all NODE+ devices within range of your iOS device. Devices are listed by NODE+, followed by a 12-digit serial number (located on the outside of box). Tap on the icon for your NODE device to connect (you can slide from left to right to view all NODEs within range of you smart device).
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Testing myNODE functionality Once connected, myNODE allows you to view device info (battery level, signal strength, serial numbers, firmware version, etc), manage device settings (data logging, quiet mode, name, etc),
Re-name NODE
and provides access to our other NODE+ apps.
Connected Modules
Naming
Battery Strength
Clicking on name will allow you to re-name
Signal Strength
your NODE+, making it easier to recognize.
Data Logging
Data Logging
Quiet Mode
Clicking data logging will allow you to manage
Firmware Version Serial Number
your stored reading settings within each NODE+ app. There, you can enable/disable stored readings, and erase all stored readings. Quiet Mode Clicking on quiet mode will allow you to disable
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Testing Nodeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s motion functionality 1 Menu
accelerometer
gyroscope The NODE App will auto connect to the N+motion app. Devices are listed by NODE+, followed by a 12-digit serial number (located on the outside of box). Once connected, N+motion will begin
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taking motion data. Try tilting your NODE+ from side to side. Notice the changes in the accelerometer, gyroscope, and magnetometer readings. 21
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Testing Node’s motion functionality Tap the Menu button to explore N+motion’s other capabilities, or press record to begin recording and
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saving N+motion data.
Tilt your NODE+ to the left
3D View
and right to test NODE+
Clicking on 3D View will access the NODE+block. This demo provides an example of N+motion’s motion tracking capabilities.
motion’s orientation, and motion tracking capabilities. NODE+ senses and records the data obtained by your movements.
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Testing Node’s motion functionality You will be presented with a view displaying three graphs. Tap the record button the create a recording of the data being received.
accelerometer
The top graph displays accelerometer readings. Try shaking your NODE+ to see the
gyroscope
reaction on this graph. The middle graph displays gyroscope readings.
magnetometer
Try rotating your NODE+. The bottom graph displays magnetometer readings. Changes in orientation of your device relative to the earth’s magnetic field (or nearby devices) will cause changes in the data
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Testing Nodeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Motion Functionality By clicking the Recordings tab in the menu, you can access your saved recordings, rename files, and send the saved data via email.
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Access Recordings
Exporting CSV/ Rename files You can rename and organize saved data readings, and send data on the go!
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Testing the +therma module 1 Menu
The myNODE App will auto connect to the N+therma app. Devices are listed by NODE+, followed by a 12-digit serial number (located on the outside of box). Once connected, N+therma will begin
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taking temperature data. Point your NODE+’s red aiming lights toward an object to read it’s temperature.
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Testing the +therma module Node+ therma allows you to customize your data readings from the settings
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screen. From this screen you can connect
The settings screen
to another NODE+, adjust the temperature
allows you to attach to
unit, turn LEDs on and off, and adjust
another NODE+ , choose
emissivity and choose an emissivity table.
a temperature unit, turn LEDs on and off and adjust and choose an emissivity table,
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Testing the +therma module By clicking the Recordings tab in the menu, you can access your saved recordings, rename files, and send the saved data via email.
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Access Recordings
Exporting CSV/ Rename files You can rename and organize saved data readings, and send data on the go!
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Testing the +clima module 1 Menu
The myNODE App will auto connect to the N+clima app. Devices are listed by NODE+, followed by a 12-digit serial number (located on the outside of box). Once connected, N+clima will begin taking
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pressure, light, humidity and temperature data. Place your NODE+ in your chosen area and begin recording atmospheric data.
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Testing the +clima module By clicking the Recordings tab in the menu, you can access your saved recordings, rename files, and send the saved data via email.
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Access Recordings
Exporting CSV / Rename files You can rename and organize saved data readings, and send data on the go!
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Testing the +clima module Node+clima allows you to customize your data readings from the settings screen.
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From this screen you can connect to
The settings screen
another NODE+, adjust the temperature
allows you to attach
unit, light unit, and pressure units.
to another NODE+ , choose a temperature unit, light unit, or pressure unit.
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Testing the +luma module 1 Menu
The myNODE App will auto connect to the N+luma app. Devices are listed by NODE+, followed by a 12-digit serial number (located on the outside of box). Once connected, you can program N+lumaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s LEDs by adjusting speed, brightness, flash, sos, and spin settings.
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Testing the +chroma module
The myNODE App will auto connect to the N+chroma app. Devices are listed by NODE+, followed by a 12-digit serial number (located on the outside of box). Once connected, place your N+chroma color
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sensor module onto the flat surface you would like to scan, and press the scan color button to begin reading color.
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Testing the +chroma module You will be presented with a view of N+ chroma’s Single Color Scan display.
Tap the Options button to change Chroma’s
Now, place your NODE+ flat against the
settings or connect to
colored surface you’d like to scan, and press
another NODE device.
the scan color button. Your NODE+chroma screen will display an image of the scanned color, along with RGB, Hex, and Lab color readings. 3 Tap 4 Options
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Testing the +chroma module You will be presented with a menu displaying Pair to NODE+, Calibration, View Mode, and Reference Light Options.
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Pair to NODE
The Calibrate Option allows you to calibrate
Calibration
your NODE+chroma sensor.
View Mode
The View Mode Option allows you to toggle
Reference Light
between Single Color and Color Compare views. The Reference Light Option allows you to select a Reference Light color standard for your +chroma readings.
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Testing the +chroma module Now, Tap the View Mode Button at the bottom of your screen to toggle to the Compare Color view. The Reference Light option will allow you to select a Reference Light color standard, (sRGB or Adobe Lab) for your +chroma readings.
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Testing the +chroma module You will be presented with a view of N+chroma’s Color Compare display. Now, place your NODE+ flat against the first colored surface you’d like to scan, and press the scan color button on the left of your screen. Repeat the same process with the color you would like to compare it to. Your NODE+chroma screen will display
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side-by-side images of the scanned colors, along with a percentage match of the two scanned colors.
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Testing the +oxa module 1 Menu
The myNODE App will auto connect to the N+oxa app. Devices are listed by NODE+, followed by a 12-digit serial number (located on the outside of box).
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Once connected, N+ oxa will begin taking gas readings from the specific N+oxa gas sensor module you have attached to your NODE+.
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Testing the +oxa module By clicking the Recordings tab in the menu, you can access your saved recordings, rename files, and send the saved data via email.
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Exporting CSV / Rename files You can rename and organize saved data readings, and send data on the go!
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Testing the +oxa module To calibrate N+oxa, tap calculate baseline. Calibrating +oxa sensors will take approximately 20 minutes. Do not exit the screen during this process. This
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allows N+oxa to generate accurate gas level readings for Carbon Monoxide, Nitric Oxide, Nitrogen Dioxide, Chlorine Gas, Sulfur Dioxide, or Hydrogen Sulfide.
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Testing the +oxa module Node+oxa allows you to customize your data readings from the settings screen.
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From this screen you can connect to
The settings screen
another NODE+, and change N+oxaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s
allows you to attach
reading unit (raw or ppm).
to another NODE+, and change your reading unit.
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