Welcome
Polaris C & Polaris C Optical
On this page, you will find all the necessary information to give you a good start with your new Polaris C instrument. If you scroll down, you will find a quick guide on how to use the instrument and how to transfer measurements to the computer. A complete technical manual can be found in the document library at the bottom of the page.
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Get to know your instrument
Quick start guide
Let's get started!
1. CALIBRATE
We always recommend you make a calibration before using the instrument.
OK -> Calibrate
2. SET SALINITY
If you measure in salt water, it is necessary to set the salinity before using the instrument.
OK -> Set Salinity
3. SET TIME & DATE
To log your measurements correctly you need to set the time and date in the instrument.
Ok -> Setup -> User interface -> Date/time settings
4. SCAN A COBÁLIA TAG
To log your measurements, you need to scan a Cobália tag.
Hold the Cobália tag on the back of the Polaris C and press the tag button
Now you are ready to measure!
Use the Tag button to save the measurement and the Log button to view the log.
Getting started with Cobália
How to transfer the measurement log to your PC?
Save time managing your measurement logs by using Cobália, a cloud-based fish farm management system. Get started with Cobália today and streamline your data management!
1. Create your digital facility in Cobália
To create your facility, you will need to use a License key. You will find your license key on the onboarding letter supplied with your instrument.
For a better experience, we recommend doing this on your computer.
Estimated time ≈ 5 min
2. Download the Cobália Sync app
With the Cobália app, you can quickly transfer your measurements to the Cobália cloud. To log in to your facility, use the same credentials created while registering your facility in Cobália.
Just download the "Cobália Sync" app from the Google Play or App Store.
3. Synchronize your Polaris C
Upload the measurements from your Polaris C to the Cobália cloud by opening the Cobália app on your phone and then selecting the Cobália sync option in the menu on your Polaris C.
(OK-> Cobália sync -> OK)