INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE RADIATION DETECTION SYSTEM D-tect Systems Group Visionary Products Inc. 11814 South Election Road, Suite 200 Draper, UT 84020 www.dtectsystems.
Table of Contents 1 Introduction ............................................................................................................................. 3 1.1 Key Features ................................................................................................................... 3 1.2 Version xx: Change Log ................................................................................................. 4 2 Getting Started ......................................................................
1 Introduction The Mini Rad-DX is a handheld security and inspection device that detects emissions from radioactive material. The Mini Rad-DX system can operate as a stand-alone detector or as the roving detection part of a larger Mini Rad-DX and Rad-DX network for monitoring a building or facility. 1.
1.2 Version xx: Change Log • • 2 TBD TBD Getting Started Additional documentation, such as Getting Started and Installation Guides, is available to help you setup your Mini Rad-DX network of detectors. Software is also available for configuration and communication including the DX-View software and the DX Cloud Server Software (DXDashboard).
3 Specifications Specification MiniRad-DX Detectors 6 cm3 CsI(Na) scintillation crystal with a PMT Communication D-tect SensorNet mesh network, USB Power Lithium Ion Battery (Rechargeable) Battery Life 130 hrs (depending on options selected) (1) Detection Speed 1 second Dose Rate Range 1 µrem/hr - 70 mrem/hr (0.01 µSv – 0.7 mSv/hr). Sensitivity (137Cs) Dose Rate Response (137Cs) Energy Range 1.
4 Box Contents Figure 1: Mini Rad-DX Handheld Radiation Detector Other hardware components packaged with each Mini Rad-DX include: Mini USB Cable Holster Table 2: Additional Mini Rad-DX Hardware Document Number: V024944_00AD_Mini_Rad-DX_Manual.docx Date: 4/4/2014 Page: 6 of 21 D-tect Systems • 11814 South Election Rd.
5 Software Options Two different software applications are available to monitor and configure Mini Rad-DX radiation detectors. 5.1 DX-View Software The DX-View is a PC application used to monitor and configure MiniRad-DX and Rad-DX detectors. Multiple detectors can be monitored in real-time as long as a Rad-DX device is connected to the PC directly and the other detectors are configured to communicate via the mesh network. This software is available for download from www.dtectsystems.com.
1. The Home Screen will appear on the LCD screen after pressing the power button. Figure 2: LCD Front Screen: Dose Rate and Graph 2. Pushing the upper right button on the keypad will open up the menu screen. 3. To toggle through the different screens, use the directional buttons on the keypad and the upper left button go back to the main menu. Document Number: V024944_00AD_Mini_Rad-DX_Manual.docx Date: 4/4/2014 Page: 8 of 21 D-tect Systems • 11814 South Election Rd.
8.1 Communication Icons The appearance of any network connection icon indicates that the device is currently connected and active through the referenced connection. Battery: The battery icon is split into 5 segments. Each segment represents 20% of the total capacity of the battery. This icon will change to a battery symbol with a lightning bolt when the MiniRad-DX is plugged into a USB port. This indicates that the device is charging.
8.2 Main Menu Screen The main menu screen can be accessed by pressing the upper right navigation button on the keypad. The available options inside the menu are Device, GPS, Alerts and Display. Use the directional keys on the keypad to open that specific submenu. Use the upper left navigation button to return to the main menu from the submenu screens. Press the same button to close the main menu and return to the home screen. Figure 4: Menu Screen Document Number: V024944_00AD_Mini_Rad-DX_Manual.
8.3 Device Menu The device menu displays device specific information including device name, firmware version, battery state, mesh signal strength, and current mesh channel. Settable Parameters Parameter Range Default Value Display Units mRem/hr, CPS, µSv/hr mRem/hr Mesh Enable On, Off On Figure 5: Device Menu Document Number: V024944_00AD_Mini_Rad-DX_Manual.docx Date: 4/4/2014 Page: 11 of 21 D-tect Systems • 11814 South Election Rd.
8.4 GPS Menu The GPS feature can be toggled on and off in this menu. Settable Parameters Parameter Range Default Value GPS Enable On, Off Off Figure 6: GPS Menu Document Number: V024944_00AD_Mini_Rad-DX_Manual.docx Date: 4/4/2014 Page: 12 of 21 D-tect Systems • 11814 South Election Rd.
8.5 Alerts Menu The sound and vibration features can be turned on and off in this menu. The different alarm thresholds are also reported in this menu. Settable Parameters Parameter Range Default Value Alert Vibration On, Off On Alert Sound On, Off On Figure 7: Alerts Menu 8.5.1 Alarm Options The different levels of alarm thresholds are reported in the Alerts Menu.
8.5.2 Setting Alarm Levels Alarm levels can be set on the MiniRad-DX using either the DX-View or DX-Dashboard software. Both are secured by password and prevent unauthorized modification of the alarm levels. 8.6 Display Menu This menu allows the user to customize the device’s display settings. Both screen brightness and sleep settings will affect the time that the MiniRad-DX can operate between charges.
For example, say that a security guard is carrying a MiniRad-DX with them on their rounds through the building. Typical use would have them wearing the device on their belt. To preserve battery life, the front screen could be set to 1 minute of inactivity before shutting off and the top screen could be set to never sleep. This allows for continuous status monitoring through the top screen and turning on the front screen only when further information is needed.
9 PC Connection and Network Using the DX-View PC software, a simple network of detectors in the Rad-DX family can be controlled and monitored from a PC as shown below by utilizing the DX Link USB radio and the Mesh communication network. For Wi-Fi and/or Ethernet based communication, see the Dtect Cloud Network and D-tect Network Assistant sections that follow.
Figure 12: DX Assistant Network A Rad-DX network can include Rad-DX area monitors, Rad-DXG gateway monitors, MiniRadDX handheld units, and DX-Link repeater/gateway devices. An example of a DX-Dashboard monitoring screen (on a PC, tablet, or smart phone) is shown below. Figure 13: Rad-DX Device Network Example Document Number: V024944_00AD_Mini_Rad-DX_Manual.docx Date: 4/4/2014 Page: 17 of 21 D-tect Systems • 11814 South Election Rd.
10 Compliance Requirements This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and Industry Canada ICES-003. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Idustrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence.
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator and your body. For Industry Canada Important Note: Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
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