YSI EXO Handheld Display
The YSI EXO Handheld allows users to log real-time data, calibrate sensors, setup sondes for deployment, and transfer water quality data to a PC.
Features
- Quickly transfer collected data sets and calibration records to a USB flash drive
- Integrated GPS with site tagging for up to 100 locations
- Long-life Li-Ion battery eliminates the need for alkaline batteries
- Expedited repair and warranty service
- Lifetime technical support
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Overview
The YSI EXO Handheld is designed and engineered as a dedicated interface to EXO sondes. Log real-time data, calibrate sensors, set up sondes for deployment, and transfer water quality data to a PC with this feature-packed device. Designed for reliable field use in challenging environmental conditions, this display features a waterproof IP-67, impact-resistant case and wet-mate connector.
Benefits
- Ergonomic and lightweight device for sampling and profiling
- Simplified user interface and integrated help screens
- Automatic calibration reminders based on standard operating procedures
- Georeferenced data set using GPS and site tagging functionality for up to 100 locations
- Transfer collected data sets and calibration records to a USB flash drive with the push of a button
- Powerful rechargeable Li-Ion battery
- (1) EXO handheld
- (1) Micro USB cable
- (1) USB female to micro USB male adapter
- (1) AC power supply
In The News
YSI EXO Handheld Display: Dependable, Easy To Use
YSI has released a new EXO Handheld Display for use with its EXO Multi-Parameter Water Quality Sondes. The updated handheld integrates around four years of customer feedback for a solid device that adds a lot of utility and user-friendliness. 
 
The appearance of the device has undergone a dramatic update, as YSI engineers opted to swap out the previous handheld’s look for the highly ergonomic Pro Series body that many customers love. Possibly more important, though, is that the body is ultra-durable and has proven itself in tough field applications over the years. 
 
“These handhelds have been to the bottom of aeration tanks and dragged behind moving vehicles, yet kept on collecting quality data,” said Brandon Smith, YSI Sonde product manager.
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