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- Page 1 NeutronRAE II Personal Radiation Monitor User’s Guide P/N 047-4204-100 www.raesystems.com Revision B, January 2013...
- Page 2 Read Before Operating This manual must be carefully read by all individuals who have or will have the responsibility of using, maintaining, or servicing this product. The product will perform as designed only if it is used, maintained, and serviced in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
- Page 3 Warnings For safety reasons, this equipment must be operated and serviced by qualified personnel only. Read and understand the user manual completely before operating or servicing. Computer Interface ® Do not transfer data by means of the Bluetooth interface in hazardous atmospheres.
- Page 4 Avertissements Pour des raisons de sécurité, cet équipement doit être utilisé, entretenu et réparé uniquement par un personnel qualifié. Étudier le manuel d’instructions en entier avant d’utiliser, d’entretenir ou de réparer l’équipement. Câble de Computer Ne transférez pas les données au moyen de l’interface de bluetooth en atmosphères dangereuses.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Contents NeutronRAE II Features ........4 General Information . - Page 6 LCD showing operation parameters and radiation measurements LED alarm LED alarm MODE key for SET key for selecting mode selecting and function or setting parameters Sensor location Buzzer alarm Front View Battery compartment Battery compartment Belt clip cover screw Rear/Side View NeutronRAE II...
- Page 7 General Information The NeutronRAE II is a rapid detector of γ-ray (gamma) and neutron radia- tion sources. Because of its high sensitivity, it can alert first responders to the presence of a radiation threat well before they might be exposed to health-threatening levels.
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Page 8: Neutronrae Ii Features
NeutronRAE II Features Inserting & Replacing Batteries NeutronRAE II uses two AA alkaline batteries as its power source (use only Duracell MN1500 or Energizer E91). To change the batteries: 1. Use a coin or screwdriver to open the cover on the side of the unit. -
Page 9: User Interface
User Interface NeutronRAE II’s user interface consists of the display, LEDs, alarm transducer and two buttons, labeled MODE and SET. The LCD display provides visual feedback that includes time, functional mode, battery condition, and gamma and neutron radiation measurements. LCD display Neutron alarm Gamma alarm information... -
Page 10: User Interface Icons
User Interface Icons Icon Indication Battery Voltage low Battery Low alarm triggered Battery fully charged Low Gamma alarm triggered High Gamma alarm triggered Gamma Over-Range (reading over 20 mR/h) Gamma Overload Low Neutron alarm triggered Neutron Over-Range (reading over 100 cps) Neutron Overload Bluetooth ®... -
Page 11: Turning The Neutronrae Ii On And Off
Turning NeutronRAE II On and Off Turning NeutronRAE II On Press and hold the MODE button for 3 seconds. As NeutronRAE II starts up, the following occur: 1. A long beep sounds (if the buzzer is set to On), and unit information and the current firmware version are displayed. - Page 12 If the sensor is damaged or not functioning properly, the message “Gamma sensor failed” or “All sensors failed” is displayed, turn the unit off and contact your distributor or the RAE Systems service department. Important! If your NeutronRAE II displays “Gamma sensor failed,”...
- Page 13 Programming Mode, described later in this guide. 4. Gamma background calibration reading (only if the NeutronRAE II is in Search Mode). The NeutronRAE II performs a 36-second background reading countdown. When background calibration reading is complete, datalogging starts (if Continuous Datalogging is enabled) and the unit is in Normal Operating Mode.
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Page 14: Flipping The Screen
Turning NeutronRAE II Off Press the MODE button and hold for 5 seconds. The detector counts down 5 seconds and then turns itself off. Do not release the MODE button until the unit counts down to zero and the display reads “Save config...” and “Stop unit...” Flipping the Screen The NeutronRAE II is easy to read, whether held in the hand or clipped to a belt. -
Page 15: Operation
Operation The NeutronRAE II has two modes: Normal Operating Mode and Programming Mode. Normal Operating Mode is the default; see Programming Mode, on page 20, for details on entering and using Programming Mode. Normal Operating Mode In Normal Operating Mode, the NeutronRAE II detects gamma and neutron radiation and accumulates gamma radiation dosage data. -
Page 16: Norm
NORM Normal Operating Mode of the NeutronRAE II. Displays a measurement of the ambient gamma and neutron radiation. It can display gamma in counts per second (cps) or µR/h or µSv/h, depending on how the detector is set up (see Programming Mode) and neutron in counts per second. -
Page 17: Peak
PEAK The maximum radiation levels detected since last cleared. Press the SET button twice to clear the PEAK values. If you press SET once but do not want to clear the readings, press MODE to return to the PEAK readings. The PEAK values are also cleared when the detector is turned off. -
Page 18: Dose
Press the MODE button to step to the next function. DOSE The accumulated gamma radiation dosage since last cleared. Press the SET button twice to clear the DOSE value. If you press SET once but do not want to clear the DOSE reading, press MODE to return to the DOSE reading. -
Page 19: Stat
Press the MODE button to step to the next function. STAT Detector status. BattV Battery voltage Temp Internal temperature (can be displayed in °C or °F – see Programming Mode) If the internal temperature exceeds the maximum operating temperature, the unit will alarm and display: Cool the unit down to resume normal operation. -
Page 20: Comm
COMM Communicate with a computer using Bluetooth ® radio. Press SET to open the connection on the NeutronRAE II unit end. Use the ProRAE Studio II Software on your computer to download datalogs. TEST Self test. This consists of tests to make sure all alert functions are working properly. - Page 21 The Vibrator is tested. Press the SET button to start the next test. The LEDs are tested. Press the SET button to start the next test. The back light is tested. Press the SET button to start the next test. The Bluetooth ®...
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Page 22: Programming Mode
The Buzzer in Alarm is tested. Press the SET button to finish the TEST functions. This returns NeutronRAE II to Normal Operating Mode. During any test, if the SET button is not pressed within 60 seconds, the unit will automatically move on to the next test. -
Page 23: Alarm Set
Press the MODE button to step through the menu of parameters. Press the SET button to select a parameter. Alarm Set Select Alarm Set to set the alarm mode or type and the detection limits for the alarm: Parameter Used In Alarm Type Select Search or Safety Mode Gamma CF... -
Page 24: Datalog Set
Note: The default value is 005.8 for the Gamma CF. In Safety Mode, there are two absolute Gamma alarms: Gamma Low and Gamma Hi. These are set in µR/h, where 1µR/h is equal to 0.01µSv/h. The Neutron alarm remains in Search Mode at all times. Press the MODE button to step through the digits from left to right. - Page 25 Clear Data: Press the SET button to clear the datalog. Press the MODE button to return to the Datalog Set Menu. Datalog Type: Set the type of datalogging. Choices are Continuous or Event-driven. Choose Continuous to log data at a set interval at all times (except when the unit is Programming Mode).
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Page 26: Monitor Set
Monitor Set Select Monitor Set to change any of the following parameters: Back Lite Buzz & Lite Vibrate Mode Temp Unit Gamma Unit Change Date Change Time Quit Press the MODE button to step through these options. Select an option using the SET button. Once you have selected a menu option, step through the options using the MODE button, and select using the SET button. -
Page 27: Vibrate Mode
Buzz & Lite Set the behavior of the audible and visible alarms. Choices are Both on (LEDs and audible alarm), Light only (LEDs only), or Both off. Note: You cannot turn off all of the alarm alerts at the same time. If you select Both Off when the Vibration alarm is Off, “Invalid Setting”... -
Page 28: Gamma Unit
Gamma Unit Set the unit of measure (of gamma radiation). Choices are µR/h or µSv/h. Press MODE to select your choice, and then SET to save your choice and exit. Change Date Set the date (mm/dd/yyyy). Press MODE to step through month, date, and year, and press SET to increment through the digits (holding the SET button continuously speeds through the numbers). -
Page 29: Quit
button continuously speeds through the numbers). Note: The clock operates in 24-hour mode only. Press MODE to select Save, and press SET to save your time changes. Otherwise, press MODE again and select Quit. Press SET to exit. Quit To exit Monitor Set, step through the options of Monitor Set until you see Quit. -
Page 30: Default Settings And Parameter Ranges
NeutronRAE II Default Settings & Parameter Ranges Main Default Sub Menu Data Range Menu Settings Alarm Type Search Search/Safety Alarm Gamma CF* 1.0-9.9 Gamma Hi 200µR/h 0 to 20mR/h Gamma Low 50µR/h 0 to 20mR/h Clear Data Datalog Continuous or Change Type Continuous Event-driven... - Page 31 Automatic Back Lite Manual Manual Both On Buzz & Lite Both On Light Only Both Off Vibrate Monitor Fahrenheit Temp Unit Celsius Celsius µR/h Gamma Unit µR/h µSv/h MM/DD/ Change Date YYYY Change Time HH/MM/SS www.raesystems.com...
- Page 32 NeutronRAE II Specifications Size 4.92" x 2.68" x 1.38" (125 x 68 x 35 mm) Weight 10 oz. (283g) Detectors Gamma: 1cc CsI(TI)/Photodiode Neutron: 1cc LiI(Eu)/Photodiode Battery 2 AA alkaline batteries easily accessible with a coin Operating 500 hours Period Display Graphic LCD display with 1.2"...
- Page 33 Backlight Automatic, manual, or off Calibration Periodic functional test recommended using a Cs check source. Factory calibration recommended every two years Alarm Setting Programmable alarm sensitivity with background compensation to minimize false alarms, absolute safety alarms for gamma Alarm Modes Search Mode: Alarm thresholds set at a calculated value above background reference reading...
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Page 34: Specifications
Specifications (continued) Datalog Modes Continuous: Logs data continuously Event Driven: Begins logging on alarm Log Interval User-programmable (1 to 3600 sec.) Communica- Built-in Bluetooth ® radio tions Ergonomics Nonslip rubber housing with grippable ridges securely fits hand or glove Energy Range Gamma: 0.06 to 3.0 MeV Neutron: thermal to 14 MeV Sensitivity... - Page 35 Shock Passes drop test from 1.5m (59") Resistance IP Rating IP67 Attachments Rugged metal belt clip and wrist strap Proper Battery Disposal The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) directive (2002/96/ EC) is intended to promote recycling of electrical and electronic equipment and their components at end of life.
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Page 36: Limited Warranty
Limited Warranty RAE Systems Inc. warrants NeutronRAE II to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 1 year. This warranty is expressly limited to the original owner who purchases the equipment directly from RAE Systems or from an authorized RAE Systems reseller. - Page 37 necessary to obtain a return authorization number from RAE Systems prior to shipment. This limited warranty is expressly in lieu of any and all representations, express or implied, including but not limited to, the warranty of fitness for a particular purpose. RAE Systems will not be liable for loss or damage of any kind connected to the use of its products or failure of its products to function or operate properly.
- Page 38 RAE Systems Contacts RAE Systems by Honeywell World Headquarters 3775 N. First St. San Jose, CA 95134-1708 USA Phone: 408.952.8200 Fax: 408.952.8480 E-mail: customerserv@raesystems.com Web Site: www.raesystems.com RAE Systems Technical Support Monday through Friday, 7:00AM to 5:00PM Pacific Time +1.888.723.4800 (toll-free) email: tech@raesystems.com...