Quick Start Guide SONO Hub

Disclaimer:  The user is required to observe and adhere to the currently applicable instruction manuals for all Vemaventuri products utilized.

 

01 Preparation

 

Step 1: Unboxing

Welcome to your SONO Hub!
Inside the box, you’ll find:

   1) the SONO Hub

   2) the measurement probe

   3) USB-C charging cable

Note: Due to country-specific regulations, a power adapter is not included in the set.

 

 

 

Step 2: Charge the Hub

Before getting started, we recommend fully charging your SONO Hub.
Use the included USB-C cable to connect it to a suitable power source.

 

 

 

 

02 Setup & Configuration

 

Step 3: Power On the Device

Press and hold the black trigger button on the back of the device for a few seconds until the screen turns on and the hub starts up.

 

 

 

Step 4: Choose your language

Choose your preferred language and confirm your selection.

 

Step 5: Network Connection

Your SONO Hub will automatically connect to the available network.
Please make sure you are in an area with a stable signal.

 

Note: If the device has difficulty connecting, try moving it to a location with a stronger signal to allow the connection to complete.

 

Step 6: Choose Your Mode

Decide whether you want to use your SONO Hub offline or connect it to a project the Web Application.
If you choose the Web App, you can either scan the QR code shown on the device, enter the URL displayed on the screen, or simply click the URL (https://insite.peri.app/c) to continue and follow the on-screen instructions. The serial number can be found on the back of the device under S/N:.

 

Note:
If you decide to connect the device to the Web Application, continue with Step 3 – Online Mode.

If you choose to use the SONO Hub offline, you can proceed directly to Step 4 – Measuring.

 

 

03 Online Mode

 

Step 7: Sign In 

• Click “Sign in with PERI.”
  Don’t worry about being redirected — our web platform uses the same secure technology as the central PERI customer portal for a seamless experience.

• Log in with your credentials or click “Sign up now” to create a new account.

 

 

 

Step 8: Confirm Device Connection

• After signing in, your SONO Hub will automatically appear in the Web App.
  Check that the serial number and Secret Key displayed on the screen match the information shown on your device.
• Once confirmed, click “Next” to complete the connection process.
  

 

Step 9: Select or create new project

• Select existing project:
  If you’ve already created a project in the Web App, select it from the list.

• Create new project:
  If this is your first setup, select this option to create a new project. You can name your project and define its details in the next step.

 

Step 10: Complete Project Setup

Finalize your project setup by entering the required details:

• Project & Customer: Add a project name, company name, and (optional) customer or concrete catalog.

• Location: Enter the project address, weather forecast city, and select the correct timezone.

• Measurement Units: Choose Metric, Imperial/US, or Custom and define your preferred units.

 

Step 11: Connect Device

Click “Connect device” to start the communication between your SONO Hub and the Web App.
Make sure the device has a stable network connection during this process.

Note:
If the process takes too long or no confirmation appears, you can safely click “Cancel.”
If multiple attempts are unsuccessful, perform a factory reset and update the firmware on the SONO Hub and try again.

 

 

04 Calibration

 

Step 12: Adjust Paramenters

From the main menu, select “Measure” to access the measurement setup.

Before you start, check and adjust your measurement settings:

• Adjust parameters: Define the measurement parameters needed for your material or project.

• Load preset: If you have saved presets from previous measurements, you can select one here.
  If this is your first measurement, no presets will be available yet — in this case, set your parameters manually and save them as a new preset for future use.

Before starting your measurement, you can set four parameters that significantly influence the accuracy of the SONO Hub reading.
These settings help the device adapt to your specific concrete mix.

1) G-Set

The G-Set compensates for core water that is also detected by the radar signal, even though the SONO should primarily measure free water available for cement hydration.
Because different aggregates and concrete types contain varying amounts of core water, the G-Set allows fine-tuning.

• Adjustable range: ±50 L/m³

• Step size: 1 L/m³

• Typical starting value: –10 L/m³

• Confirm input with the trigger button.

A correct G-Set value improves accuracy, especially for special concretes (e.g., fiber-reinforced mixes).

 

2) Density

Density influences the calculation of water content.
You can enter:

• the bulk density,

• the density from a splitter test, or

• the design density from the mix calculation.

Even small differences in density have a noticeable impact:
A density deviation of ±0.02 g/cm³ corresponds to approx. ±1.6 L of water.

• Adjustable in 0.001 g/cm³ steps

• Confirm with the trigger button.

When the exact density cannot be measured on-site, using the design density is an acceptable compromise.

 

3) Characteristics

This parameter adjusts the measurement according to the aggregate grading.
Different grading curves influence how the radar signal interacts with the material.

Available options:

• Normal – Standard grading curve

• Fine – Higher sand content, finer particles, or mixes with high cement content

• Coarse – Mixes with very low water content (<160 L/m³) and high superplasticizer dosage

• Special – Gap-graded mixes (e.g., little or no 4/8 mm fraction)

Choose the option that best matches your concrete.

 

4) Cement content

Enter the cement content of your mix to enable direct calculation of the w/c-ratio.
You can also define a limit value — measurements exceeding this limit will be flagged automatically.

• Adjustable in steps using the grey buttons

• Confirm with the trigger button.

 

5) Save preset

After configuring all parameters, you can save your setup by selecting “Save preset.”

05 Measurement

 

Step 13: Connect the Probe to the SONO Hub

Attach the measurement probe to the SONO Hub by plugging the connector firmly into the port on the bottom of the device.
Make sure the connector is fully seated to ensure reliable communication between the probe and the Hub.

 

Step 14: Fill the Bucket With Fresh Concrete

For the measurement, prepare a 12-liter bucket and fill it to about ¾ full with fresh concrete.
This ensures the probe is fully surrounded by material for a reliable and consistent measurement.

 

Step 15: Start the Measurement

Begin a new measurement by selecting “Start Measurement” on the display or by pressing the black trigger button on the back of the SONO Hub.

The device will guide you through five measurements and calculate the average as the final result.

 

Step 16: Perform the Individual Measurements

Insert the probe from the side at a slight angle into the fresh concrete.
To ensure the probe is completely surrounded by material, tap the bucket 1–3 times or briefly place it on a vibrating plate.

Start the first individual measurement by pressing the black trigger button on the back of the SONO Hub.

 

During each reading, the device displays several key values:

• Water content of the current measurement

• W/C ratio based on the entered cement content

• EC-TRIME (EC-T) — an electrical conductivity parameter that can give an indication of cement type and content for standard concretes

• Ø-tp value — the compensated signal travel time used for the water content calculation

• Standard deviation — shows how much the reading differs from previous ones
  (the smiley gives you immediate feedback on measurement quality)

 

 

Repeat the process until you have completed five individual measurements at five different points around the inside of the bucket.

 

Step 18: Save and Document Your Measurement

• After completing the measurement series, assign a name to your measurement.
• You can also add notes and include additional information from other tests, such as a slump test or pH value.
• If no name is entered, the date and time of the measurement will be used automatically.
• In the main menu, you can access all stored measurements under “History.”
• If your device is linked to a project in the Web Application, you will also have access to extended analysis features there.

 

Step 19: Clean the Probe

After finishing the measurement, unscrew the probe from the device and clean it thoroughly with water.

 

Step 20: Create Dashboards and Reports in the WebApp

Open your project in the web app and create a dashboard. To display measurements in your dashboard, add a new widget by clicking “+ Add measurement” in the desired section. Follow the on-screen steps to link your device to the widget.

To create a report, click “Configuration” and scroll down to the Reports section.

 

Note:
If measurements are not visible, check the selected date range and verify your device’s connectivity.