FieldScout - Model CM 1000 -Chlorophyll Meter

• Detects stress earlier than visual monitoring
• Technology based on an exclusive patent license from NASA
• Laser guides outline the edges of the measured sample area
• Calculates and displays a running average for multiple readings
• Connects to any GPS receiver that has a serial output option*
• Equipped with internal data logger and RS-232 port
• Records 3,250 measurements (1,350 with added GPS/DGPS option)
• Configure and download meter with FieldScout® software (not included)**
• Compatible with SpecConnect
Includes hard carrying case and batteries

*    GPS interface requires two cables.  The GPS/DGPS cable (item 2950CV5) is available from Spectrum.
    A PC serial interface cable supplied by the manufacturer of the GPS receiver is also required.
**    PC cable connects to a computer USB port.

• Measurement Sample: Plant leaves, turf grass canopy
• Measurement System: Reflectance; Ambient and reflected 700 nm and 840 nm light are used to calculate the relative chlorophyll index
• Measurement Area: Conical viewing area between 12 and 72 in
• Minimum Distance: 12 in (30.5 cm) from lens
• Maximum Distance: Accuracy is unknown beyond 72 in from lens
• Distance From Lens:
• 12 in (30.5 cm)
• 18 in (45.7 cm)
• 48 in (1.22 m)
• Sample Area (Diameter):
• 0.53 in (1.35 cm)
• 1.21 in (3.07 cm)
• 4.65 in (11.8 cm)
• Receptor: (4) photodiodes; (2) for ambient light and (2) for reflected light from the sample (leaf)
• Measurement Units: Index of relative chlorophyll content; 0 to 999
• Measurement Interval: 2 seconds per measurement
• Repeatability: ±5% of reading
• Data Logger: Requires software and PC interface cable; Capacity:1,350 measurements with GPS/DGPS; 3,250 measurements without GPS/DGPS; nonvolatile memory
• Battery/Life: 2 AAA batteries (included); approx. 3,000 measurements