F-series

Android 

Use Android 7.1 or above. To download the app from the Play Store, your Google Play account should have a device certification. This certification can be found in the Google Play Store setting under 'Play Protect Certification'. 

Apple 

Use iOS 13 or above with iPhone model 6 or above. Download the app from the AppStore.  

Activate your account

Before you start using your new NutriOpt On-site Adviser scanner, you need to activate your account. Please contact your Trouw Nutrition representative to obtain access. You can find your regional Trouw Nutrition contact person via this web page.

Login to the mobile app

After installing the NutriOpt Portable Analyser application on your mobile phone, you can log in by following the steps outlined in the email titled “Welcome to NutriOpt On-site Adviser”. 

Step 1: Connecting the app on your phone to the handheld scanner 

Begin by connecting your phone to the handheld scanner. To do this, ensure that you are logged in to the app and that your F-series device is switched on and fully charged . 

Switch on and locate your device's name

Start by switching on your device and locating the device's name. The device name of your Scanner is on the back side of the handle. The device name should follow this scheme: ‘SCxxxxxxxxxF’. For example “SC100001234F”

Connecting your phone to the app

1. Open the NutriOpt Portable Analyser app.

2. Go to the menu 'Account' in the bottom navigation bar (1). Under the bar 'DEVICE SETTINGS' you can find the option <Select Scanner> (2).

3. Make sure to switch on Bluetooth on your mobile device. You can select your Scanner from the 'AVAILABLE DEVICES' list (3). After you have selected your scanner, you will be redirected to the 'Home' page again.  

When the connection between your phone and Scanner is set, the scanner Bluetooth light will have a green blinking light (1x/1s). To save battery, the scanner often goes into "sleeping” mode and the Bluetooth light will turn red. Once you start the scanning process, the scanner will reconnect with the mobile phone and the Bluetooth light will blink in green.

Step 2: Material selection

Material selection

To initiate the scanning process, please click on the 'START' button. In this step, you will be prompted to choose the raw material you wish to scan. Simply click on 'ADD' (1), select your License, choose your Material, and provide a description to your sample (2). 

Once you have completed these steps, click on "ADD" to proceed. You'll be redirected to an overview page (3). Click "NEXT" to continue to the 'CLIENT SELECTION' page.

Client selection

On the 'CLIENT SELECTION' page, you have the option to either select an existing client or add a new one. Please note that client selection is not mandatory, so you can also choose to continue by clicking the green button 'NEXT'. 

Step 3: Calibration of the Scanner (two steps) 

The scanner lights will indicate when calibration is required, always before scanning a sample. There are two types of calibration scans: Open Air Scan and Calibration Cap Scan (white/yellow background).

Open Air Scan (1)

Point the Scanner towards the ground, approximately 0.5-1 meter above the surface, and press the Scan button (1). Ensure that the glass surface is not covered and avoid pointing at reflective surfaces. 

Calibration Cap Scan (2)

• White background scan with calibration cap

Before each scan, perform a white background calibration with the calibration cap. Ensure that the sensor head and glass plate are clean from dirt and moisture. If necessary, use the brush and/or tissues to clean them. Place the Scanner on the calibration cap with the white side facing up, ensuring that the Scanner head is in contact with the white surface. Start the scanning process by pressing the 'scan' button in the app or on the device for one second (2). 

• Yellow standard scan with calibration cap

If prompted by the application, perform a yellow standard scan using the yellow side of the calibration cap. Turn the calibration cap with the yellow side facing up and position the Scanner on the calibration cap. Again, ensure that the Scanner head is in contact with the yellow surface. Initiate the scanning process as before. 

Step 4: Seven steps to scan a sample

Before you can scan your sample, it needs to be prepared adequately to represent your testing area. Five scans are required for an accurate measurement. The Scanner is equipped with a sample tray, which should be filled with the sample of choice. 

Scanning your sample will require you to follow these seven steps 

1- Place the scanner on top of your sample. Make sure the scanning surface of the scanner head is in contact with your sample. You do not need to press down on this as the weight of the scanner is sufficient.

2- Press the round button of the scanner for 1 second or press the "SCAN" button in the app to start the scanning process (1). Do not move the scanner while it is scanning or while the scan (green) light is blinking. The app will notify you when you can continue to the next scan. Clean the lens with a dry cloth/paper towel after each scan (meaning 5 times for each analysis). 

3- When the scan is finished, place the contained sample back into your bucket. Mix it thoroughly, fill a new sample tray and repeat the process. In case of silage, you can position the scanner on a different place in the tray.

4- Continue to repeat step 1 to 5 until all required 5 valid scans are finalised. Follow the process in the app to generate a report.

5- After completing these steps, follow the process in the app to register a new client or to assign the sample to an existing client.

6- Switch the scanner off and make sure it is properly cleaned before placing it back in the case.

7- Implement your findings.

Step 5: Getting your results from the app

After scanning the sample, you will be directed to the SAMPLE REGISTRATION overview, where you will find the previously filled-in Material and Client selection information. If everything is correct, press the green button labelled 'FINALIZE' to synchronize your report. You will then be redirected to the Home page. 

- It takes a minute for your report to be processed, but once finished, the app will notify you once your results are ready. 

- You can find your report in 'Latest reports,' and all reports are listed in 'Reports' according to the time and date. 

- Once you click on your report, the proximates analysis of your sample will be available. 

- Depending on the package chosen, you may receive a 'Full Nutritional Profile' of your sample. 

- You can also export the results to PDF by clicking on the corresponding button on the screen.