Application Notes, Tech Tips, and Other Documents

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Integrating a LI-COR Trace Gas Analyzer with an LI-8100A/LI-8150 System This application note describes how to integrate an LI-7810 into a LI-8100A Automated Soil CO2 Flux System application note
6000-09TC Soil Probe: How to Safely Carry the Probe with the LI-8100A ACU Application note for the LI-8100A Automated Soil CO2 Flux System that describes how to safely carry the 6000-09TC Soil Temperature Probe by attaching to the LI-8100A Analyzer Control Unit. application note
Long-Term Chamber Shading Effects Technical note that describes the implications of the long-term chamber design on shadows resulting from the structural elements of the chamber itself. application note
Using the LI-8100App Instructions for connecting with the LI-8100App when using a mobile device. application note
Addressing Spatial Variability: Determining the Number of Readings Required Application note that describes considerations to address spatial variability in soil gas flux measurements. application note
Capturing and Processing Soil GHG Fluxes Using the LI-8100A Application note that describes how to measure trace gas exchange from soils using an external trace gas analyzer and the LI-8100A application note
Measuring CO2 Evolution from Multiple Flasks Application note for the LI-8100A Automated Soil CO2 Flux System entitled 'Measurement of CO2 Evolution in a Multiplexed Flask System' application note
Measuring Small Volumes with the LI-8100A Instructions on using the LI-8100A for small volume CO2 measurements. application note
Setting Up a Wireless Hotspot for the LI-8100A This technical tip describes how to configure the TP-Link Wireless Router for use with the LI-8100A. application note
LI-8100 Software DLL error user32 Message TechTip/FAQ about resolving a DLL "user32" error with the LI-8100 software. application note
Using the Decagon ECH20 Soil Moisture Probe with the LI-8100 System Instructions from Decagon Devices on the calibration of ECH2O probes with a 5V excitation. The ECH2O Soil Moisture Probe can be used with the LI-8100 System. application note
Using an ML3 Soil Moisture/Temperature Probe with the LI-8100A Instructions for using the ML3 with the LI-8100A system. application note
Atmospheric CO2 Profile Measurements using the LI-8100 and LI-8150 System Profile measurements with the LI-8100 and LI-8100A system. application note
LI-8100A Photovoltaic System Calculator This spreadsheet is designed to be used with AppNote 979-08936 entitled 'Powering the LI-8100/8150 in a Remote Location'. The spreadsheet allows for input of power demand, and calculates the photovoltaic requirements. application note
Mapping CO2 Concentrations and Fluxes with the LI-8100A Application note for the LI-8100A Automated Soil CO2 Flux System entitled "Mapping CO2 Concentrations and Fluxes with the LI-8100A" application note
The Importance of Water Vapor Measurements This application note describes how water vapor influences the measurement of carbon dioxide by infrared gas analysis in several ways, which can lead to significant measurement errors. application note
Using the 8100-664 Trace Gas Sampling Kit Instructions for assembling the Trace Gas Sampling Kit for use with the LI-8100/LI-8100A. Measurement instructions are included in the full PDF app note. application note
Using the 8100Sync Application Application note that describes how to synchronize the clocks between the LI-8100A and a third party gas analyzer. application note
8100-101 Long-term Chamber Vent Upgrade Kit Installation instructions for the long-term chamber vent upgrade kit. install guide
8100-102 10 cm Survey Chamber Vent Upgrade Kit LI-8100 survey chamber vent upgrade kit instructions. install guide
8100-203 Soil Temperature Probe Installation Instructions 8100-203 Soil Temperature Probe installation instructions install guide
8100-204 Soil Moisture Probe Installation Instructions Installation instructions for the ML2x Theta Probe in the LI-8100 or LI-8150 Automated Soil CO2 Flux Systems. install guide
Connecting and Programming Soil Moisture Probes with the LI-8100A Instructions for connecting a variety of soil moisture probes to the LI-8100A system. install guide
8100-908 Long-Term Chamber Thermistor Upgrade and Replacement Instructions Installation guide for the 8100-908 long-term chamber thermistor. install guide
8150-916 Eight-to-Sixteen Port Upgrade Kit for the LI-8150 Multiplexer installation instructions Instructions for installing the sixteen-port upgrade in the eight-port LI-8150 Multiplexer. install guide
Calibration of ECH2O Probes with a 5V Excitation Instructions for calibrating the ECH2O Model EC-5 soil moisture probe from Decagon Devices, for use with the LI-8100A Automated Soil CO2 Flux System. install guide
9981-078 and 9981-160 Chamber Bowl Assembly Instructions This installation guide describes how to swap out the 8100-104 opaque chamber "bowl" with the clear bowl from the 8100-104C long-term chamber, or vice versa. install guide
LI-8150 Multiplexer 9981-174 Diaphragm Pump Upgrade Kit Instructions Installation guide for the diaphragm pump upgrade kit for the LI-8100 Automated Soil CO2 Flux System. install guide
Trace Gas Sampling Kit Installation Instructions for the LI-8100A and LI-6400XT Installation instructions for the trace gas sampling kit for the LI-6400XT and LI-8100A. install guide
Source, Detector, and Optical Path Replacement Instructions Instructions for replacing the source, detector, and optical path in the LI-800, LI-820, LI-840, and LI-8100A gas analyzers. install guide
DC-DC Power Adapter Installation guide for the DC-DC converter. The converter allows the LI-8150 multiplexer to operate from a 24 VDC solar power supply. install guide
SunWize Solar Power Supplies Instruction Manual Instruction manual for using SunWize solar power supplies with LI-COR equipment. manual
LI-8100A Automated Soil CO2 Flux System and LI-8150 Multiplexer Instruction Manual LI-8100A Automated Soil CO2 Flux System and LI-8150 Multiplexer Instruction Manual. manual
LI-8100A Automated Soil CO2 Flux System Quick Start Guide A quick start guide to survey measurements using the LI-8100A Automated Soil CO2 Flux System. manual
8100-405 CO2 Mapping Kit instruction manual Instruction manual for the 8100-405 CO2 Mapping Kit, for use with the LI-8100A Automated Soil CO2 Flux System. manual
Configuring PDAs for use with the LI-8100A Instructions for using an HP PDA with the LI-8100 Automated Soil CO2 Flux System. manual
Configuring the Palm LifeDrive for use with the LI-8100 Instructions for using the Palm LifeDrive PDA with the LI-8100 Automated Soil CO2 Flux System. manual
Configuring the Palm Tungsten C for use with the LI-8100 Instruction manual for using the Palm Tungsten C PDA with the LI-8100 Automated Soil CO2 Flux System. manual
Configuring the Palm TX for use with the LI-8100 Instruction manual for using the Palm TX PDA with the LI-8100 Automated Soil CO2 Flux System. manual
LI-8100A Sistema Automatizado de Fluxo de CO2 no Solo e Multiplexador LI-8150 Manual de instruções LI-8100A Sistema Automatizado de Fluxo de CO2 no Solo e Multiplexador LI-8150 Manual de instruções. (LI-8100A and LI-8150 Instruction Manual Portuguese Translation). manual
A Rapid Assessment Technique for Mapping Ground Level CO2 Concentrations Using a Light-weight, Field-rugged Gas Analyzer Poster describing how to map ground-level CO2 concentrations using the LI-8100A Soil CO2 Flux System. poster
Accurate Soil CO2 Flux Measurements at High Spatial and Temporal Resolution Poster that describes the LI-8100A and LI-8150 multiplexer for accurate soil CO2 flux measurements. poster
Addressing Spatial and Temporal Variability of Soil CO2 Flux Using an Automated 16-chamber Multiplexed System Poster describing a technique to increase spatial and temporal resolution using the LI-8100A and LI-8150 multiplexer for soil CO2 flux measurements. poster
Comparison of Two Systems for Measuring Soil CO2 Flux: The LI-6400 and LI-8100 Poster describing differences between the LI-8100 and LI-6400 for measuring CO2 flux from soils. poster
Considerations for Making Chamber-based Soil CO2 Flux Measurements Poster describing considerations when making chamber-based soil CO2 flux measurements. poster
Critical considerations for accurate soil CO2 flux measurements Poster describing important considerations for soil CO2 flux measurements. poster
Equalizing Pressures Between a Soil CO2 Flux Chamber and the Ambient Air Under Windy Conditions Poster describing the pressure vent that equalizes pressure in the chamber under windy conditions. poster
Physical Description and Characterization of a Soil CO2 Flux Measurement System Designed for Spatial and Temporal Studies Poster describing the LI-8100 Soil CO2 Flux System. poster
Soil CO2 Flux Measurement at High Spatial and Temporal Resolution Poster describing techniques for high spatial and temporal resolution measurement of soil CO2 flux. poster
Soil CO2 Flux Measurements: Theory and Comparison Between the LI-6400 and LI-8100 Poster describing differences between soil gas flux measurements made with the LI-8100 and LI-6400. poster
Spatial Variability of Soil CO2 Flux in a Cornfield Poster describing a study of spatial variability of soil CO2 flux in a corn field. poster
Temporal and Spatial Variations of Soil CO2 Flux Over a Corn/Soybean Rotation Field in Nebraska Poster describing considerations of time and spatial area for measuring soil CO2 flux over a corn/soybean field. poster
The Impact of Pressure Perturbation on Chamber-Based Soil CO2 Efflux Measurements Poster describing how pressure changes affect soil efflux measurements. poster
2420-BLS Light Sensor Amplifier Quick Start Guide for the LI-8100A Quick Start Guide for the 2420-BLS Light Sensor Amplifier, for use with the LI-8100A and long-term soil flux chambers when used in multiplex mode (LI-8150). quick start guide
8100-104 Chamber Control Kit Technical note describing the chamber control kit to use the soil gas flux chambers with other gas analyzers. technical note
8100-104 Chamber Control Kit Example Programs These two example control programs demonstrate how to control an 8100-104/C using two different commonly available hardware platforms, as described in document ACU-123, 8100-104 Chamber Control Kit. technical note
Vane Pump Replacement Instructions Instructions for replacing the rotary vane pump (p/n 8100-929) in the LI-8100 Analyzer Control Unit. technical note
Connecting with a mobile device using a wireless router TP-LINK This application note describes how to connect a wireless router to the LI-8100A to provide wireless communication with a smartphone or tablet. technical note
LI-8100 Long-Term Chambers Suggested End-of-Season Maintenance LI-8100 Long-Term Chambers Suggested End-of-Season Maintenance. technical note
Measurement of CO2 Evolution in a Multiplexed Flask System Application note for the LI-8100A Automated Soil CO2 Flux System entitled 'Measurement of CO2 Evolution in a Multiplexed Flask System'. technical note
Measuring High CO2 Flux Rates with the LI-8100A Automated Soil CO2 Flux System Measuring High CO2 Flux Rates with the LI-8100A Automated Soil CO2 Flux System technical note
Technical note describing how to measure soil CO2 flux in soils with high flux rates. Instructions on using the LI-8100A for small volume CO2 measurements. technical note
Powering the LI-8100 and LI-8150 in a Remote Location: Power Requirements and Solar Panel Solutions Powering the LI-8100 and LI-8150 in a Remote Location: Power Requirements and Solar Panel Solutions. technical note
Using the Decagon ECH20 Soil Moisture Probe wth the LI-8100 System Instructions from Decagon Devices on the calibration of ECH2O probes with a 5 V excitation. The ECH2O Soil Moisture Probe can be used with the LI-8100 System. technical note
Dealing with Daylight Saving Time This tip advises on the use of daylight saving time with LI-COR products. tech tip
Using the Sable Systems DG-4 to set the H2O span for LI-COR gas analyzers You can adjust the H2O span in many LI-COR gas analyzers with a dewpoint generated by the Sable Systems DG-4 Dewpoint Generator. This tech tip provides some details. tech tip
Testing the limits of detection This article discusses how to estimate the limits of detection (LOD) of the LI-8100A with a specific setup using a ‘zero’ flux measurement. tech tip
All About Timing! Determining Measurement Duration for Soil Flux Measurements Tech tip that describes how to set a suitable measurement duration. tech tip
Battery Data Sheet Data on the lead-acid battery tech tip
Automatic Restart Function For the LI-8100A Automated Soil Flux System Automatic Restart Function For the LI-8100A Automated Soil Flux System. tech tip
Connecting and Programming the EC-5 With the LI-8100A Soil CO2 Flux System This technical tip describes how to connect the EC-5 soil moisture probe from Decagon Devices to the LI-8100A. Includes programming instructions and a link to an optional calculation spreadsheet. tech tip
Corrosion Protection for the 8150-661 Chamber Sensor Interface and the 8100-104 Long Term Chambers This technical tip describes some methods to prevent corrosion of the pins on the 8100-104 Long Term Chambers and the 8150-661 Chamber Sensor Interface. tech tip
Making your own soil collars This technical tip describes how to make your own soil collar for LI-COR soil gas flux systems. tech tip
Extending 8100A Battery Life for Single Chamber Long Term or Survey Measurements Tips on extending battery life when using the LI-8100 Automated Soil CO2 Flux System for single chamber long term or survey measurements. tech tip
Extending Battery Life for the LI-8100 Automated Soil CO2 Flux System and LI-8150 Multiplexer Technical Tip/FAQ about extending battery life for multiple chamber measurements with the LI-8100 Automated Soil CO2 Flux System and LI-8150 Multiplexer. tech tip
LI-8100A Cables and Electronic Accessories This technical tip shows LI-8100A cabling and electronic accessory connections in a graphical format. tech tip
Measuring LI-8150 Multiplexer Incoming Voltage Measuring LI-8150 Multiplexer Incoming Voltage. tech tip
Troubleshooting RS-232 Communication Issues This technical tip describes how to diagnose RS-232 connection issues for LI-COR gas analyzers using free terminal software such as Tera Term. tech tip
Setting Up a Wireless Hotspot for the LI-8100A This technical tip describes how to configure either of two wireless hotspots for use with the LI-8100A. tech tip
Troubleshooting Bad Readings This technical tip describes four common causes for bad readings on the LI-8100A, as well as for the LI-820 and LI-840/A gas analyzers. tech tip
Where's My Serial Port? How to Use a Serial-to-USB Adapter with LI-COR Instruments This technical tip describes how to use a Serial-to-USB adapter to connect your computer to a LI-COR instrument, for those computers that lack a serial port. tech tip
Temporary Fix for a Bad Source Tech Tip describing a temporary fix for a bad optical source. tech tip