Node Quick Start Guide iOS

Quick Start Guide iOS

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Contents

Welcome to NODE+

About NODE+

Specifications

Sensor Capabilities

Swapping Sensor Modules

Powering Down NODE+

Setting up myNODE

Testing NODE+motion

Testing the +therma module

Testing the +clima module

Testing the +luma module

Testing the +chroma module

Testing the +oxa module

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Welcome

Thank you for purchasing NODE+, the handheld modular sensor platform with an incredible variety of potential

applications. We hope that you enjoy our product as much as we enjoyed designing it. Please visit our website, for

more information, news, and updates.

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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 Bluetooth® 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.

About ™

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® 4.0 Smart, USB data communications

and Bluetooth 2.1 Classic, Transmit distance:

100m, Onboard Storage: 16MBytes, USB data

communications, 256-bit encryption engine

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

Code, UK Plessy Code, EAN /UCC 128, Telepen Code, IATA Code



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-): ±3.3V / 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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For users with additional modules, they can

be interchanged with the included small

Phillips screwdriver as follows:

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 .

Remove


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.

Remove

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Swapping Sensors

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 fl ash red when the button is

pushed and released.

Powering Down

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 fl ash red when the button is

pushed and released.

Powering Down

Powering Down

Press and Hold

10 Seconds

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The NODE+ device with motion sensor will be shipped

with USB charging cord. Additional sensor modules are

sold separately.

Scan this QR code with your iOS device to be directed

to the myNODE App page in iTunes. This app will give

you access to all of our other NODE+ apps.

Download

To download the App:

Search the iTunes App Store for:

NODE Variable Technologies

Launch the myNODE App

Ensure that you have Bluetooth®

enabled on your iOS device. Visit “settings” on

your mobile device to check Bluetooth®.

Download the App

Explore ™

PowerLights flash blue when NODE+ is turned on.

To get started, locate and press the power

button on your NODE+ device.

The device should beep and flash blue to let

you know that it has been turned on.

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Getting Started

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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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).

Testing myNODE functionality

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Once connected, myNODE allows you to view

device info (battery level, signal strength, serial

numbers, fi rmware version, etc), manage device

settings (data logging, quiet mode, name, etc),

and provides access to our other NODE+ apps.

Testing myNODE functionality

Naming

Clicking on name will allow you to re-name

your NODE+, making it easier to recognize.

Data Logging

Clicking data logging will allow you to manage

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

NODE+ device sounds.

Re-name NODE

Connected Modules

Battery Strength

Signal Strength

Data Logging

Quiet Mode

Firmware Version

Serial Number

Tap to access our

other NODE+ Apps.3

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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

taking motion data. Try tilting your NODE+

from side to side. Notice the changes

in the accelerometer, gyroscope, and

magnetometer readings.

Record

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Testing Node’s motion functionality

Menu

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accelerometer

gyroscope

magnetometer

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Tap the Menu button to explore N+motion’s other

capabilities, or press record to begin recording and

saving N+motion data.

Tilt


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3D ViewClicking on 3D View will access the NODE+block.

This demo provides an example of N+motion’s

motion tracking capabilities.

Tilt your NODE+ to the left

and right to test NODE+

motion’s orientation,

and motion tracking

capabilities. NODE+

senses and records the

data obtained by your

movements.

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You will be presented with a view displaying

three graphs. Tap the record button the create

a recording of the data being received.

The top graph displays accelerometer

readings. Try shaking your NODE+ to see the

reaction on this graph.

The middle graph displays gyroscope readings.

Try rotating your NODE+.

The bottom graph displays magnetometer

readings. Changes in orientation of your

device relative to the earth’s magnetic fi eld (or

nearby devices) will cause changes in the data

displayed on this graph.

accelerometer

gyroscope

magnetometer

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6By clicking the Recordings tab in the menu,

you can access your saved recordings, rename

fi les, and send the saved data via email.Access Recordings

TapTesting Node’s Motion Functionality

Exporting CSV/ Rename fi les

You can rename and organize saved data

readings, and send data on the go!

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The myNODE App will auto connect to

the N+therma app. Devices are listed



Once connected, N+therma will begin

taking temperature data. Point your

NODE+’s red aiming lights toward an

object to read it’s temperature.

Record

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Node+ therma allows you to customize

your data readings from the settings

screen. From this screen you can connect

to another NODE+, adjust the temperature

unit, turn LEDs on and off, and adjust

emissivity and choose an emissivity table.

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The settings screen

allows you to attach to

another NODE+ , choose

a temperature unit, turn

LEDs on and off and

adjust and choose an

emissivity table,

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fi les, and send the saved data via email.Access Recordings

TapTesting the +therma module

Exporting CSV/ Rename fi les



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The myNODE App will auto connect to the

N+clima app. Devices are listed by NODE+,


(located on the outside of box).

Once connected, N+clima will begin taking

pressure, light, humidity and temperature

data. Place your NODE+ in your chosen area

and begin recording atmospheric data.

Record

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Menu

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Access Recordings

TapBy clicking the Recordings tab in the menu,


files, and send the saved data via email.


Exporting CSV / Rename files



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Node+clima allows you to customize your

data readings from the settings screen.

From this screen you can connect to

another NODE+, adjust the temperature

unit, light unit, and pressure units.

Settings


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The settings screen

allows you to attach

to another NODE+ ,

choose a temperature

unit, light unit, or

pressure unit.

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The myNODE App will auto connect

to the N+luma app. Devices are listed



Once connected, you can program

N+luma’s LEDs by adjusting speed,

brightness, flash, sos, and spin settings.

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Testing the +luma module

Menu

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N+chroma app. Devices are listed by NODE+,


(located on the outside of box).

Once connected, place your N+chroma color

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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You will be presented with a view of N+

chroma’s Single Color Scan display.

Now, place your NODE+ fl at against the

colored surface you’d like to scan, and press

the scan color button.

Your NODE+chroma screen will display an

image of the scanned color, along with RGB,

Hex, and Lab color readings.

Tap

Options

Tap the Options button

to change Chroma’s

settings or connect to

another NODE device.


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You will be presented with a menu

displaying Pair to NODE+, Calibration, View

Mode, and Reference Light Options.

The Calibrate Option allows you to calibrate

your NODE+chroma sensor.

The View Mode Option allows you to toggle

between Single Color and Color Compare

views.

The Reference Light Option allows you to

select a Reference Light color standard for

your +chroma readings.

Pair to NODE

Calibration

Tap

View Mode

Reference Light


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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. Tap


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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

side-by-side images of the scanned colors,

along with a percentage match of the two

scanned colors.

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N+oxa app. Devices are listed by NODE+,

followed by a 12-digit serial number (located

on the outside of box).

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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Menu

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Access Recordings

TapBy clicking the Recordings tab in the menu,


files, and send the saved data via email.


Exporting CSV / Rename files



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Baseline

TapTo calibrate N+oxa, tap calculate baseline. Calibrating

+oxa sensors will take approximately 20 minutes.

Do not exit the screen during this process. This

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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Node+oxa allows you to customize your

data readings from the settings screen.

From this screen you can connect to

another NODE+, and change N+oxa’s

reading unit (raw or ppm).

Settings


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The settings screen

allows you to attach

to another NODE+,

and change your

reading unit.

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© 2013 Variable, Inc. All rights reserved.

Variable, the Variable logo, NODE+, the NODE+ logo, +chroma, +therma, +oxa, +clima, +luma, are trademarks of Variable, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Apple iOS and iTunes Store are service marks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

Any use of such marks by Variable, Inc. is under license.Other company and product names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective companies.

Any mention of third-party products or mobile applications is for informational purposes only and constitutes neither an endorsement nor a recommendation. Variable assumes no responsibility with regard to the performance or use of these products. All understandings, agreements, or warranties, if any, take place directly between the vendors and the prospective users.

Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this manual is accurate. Variable is not responsible for printing or clerical errors.

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