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WEEE Compliance This product is required to comply with the European Union’s Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2002/96/EC. It is marked with the following symbol: Thermo Fisher Scientific has contracted with one or more recycling/disposal companies in each EU Member State, and this product should be disposed of or recycled through them.
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Chapter 10 “Model 5014i to 5030i Upgrade Procedures” describes ● the 5014i to 5030i upgrade procedures. Appendix A “Warranty” is a copy of the warranty statement. ● Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
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Safety and Equipment Damage Alerts in this Manual Alert Description WARNING The Model 5030i is supplied with a three-wire grounded power cord. Under no circumstances should this ▲ grounding system be defeated. Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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Do not wipe the LCD polarizing plate with a dry cloth, as ▲ it may easily scratch the plate. Do not use alcohol, acetone, MEK or other ketone based or aromatic solvent to clean the LCD module, but rather Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
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Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his or her own expense. ▲ Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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Service is available from exclusive distributors worldwide. Contact one of the phone numbers below for product support and technical information or visit us on the web at www.thermo.com/aqi. 1-866-282-0430 Toll Free 1-508-520-0430 International Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
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About This Manual Where to Get Help Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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Counter ..................3-23 Tape/Zero Ratio................3-23 Volumetric Conditions ..............3-24 Temperature Compensation ............3-24 Standard Temperature ..............3-24 Pressure Compensation ............... 3-25 Standard Pressure ................ 3-25 viii Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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Network Time Protocol Server ............ 3-44 I/O Configuration ................3-44 Output Relay Settings ..............3-44 Logic State .................. 3-45 Instrument State ................. 3-45 Alarms ..................3-46 Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
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Test Analog Outputs ..............3-64 Set Analog Outputs ..............3-64 Instrument Configuration .............. 3-65 Contact Information ..............3-65 Alarms Menu ..................3-66 Instrument Alarms ................. 3-66 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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Instant PM .................. 3-82 Min and Max Instant PM Concentration Limits ......3-82 Instant SHARP ................3-83 Min and Max Instant SHARP Concentration Limits ....3-83 Instant Nephelometer ..............3-84 Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
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Analog Input Calibration ............. 3-100 Analog Input Calibrate Zero ............. 3-101 Analog Input Calibrate Full-Scale ..........3-101 Display Pixel Test ................ 3-102 Restore User Defaults ..............3-102 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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U.S. EPA PM Inlet ................ 5-2 European PM Inlet .............. 5-3 Cyclone Maintenance ............... 5-4 Heater and Sample Tube ..............5-5 Weather Proofing ................5-5 Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual xiii...
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Measurements reported in response to DA command ..... D-7 Operating and Error Status ............. D-8 Appendix E ESM Protocol Commands ................E-1 ESM Commands Supported ............... E-1 Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual xvii...
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Contents xviii Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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Figure 7–4. Removing the SHARP Optics Assembly ........7-11 Figure 7–5. Removing the Measurement Case Assembly and Lowering the Partition Panel ....................7-12 Figure 7–6. Replacing the Fan ................7-15 Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
A complete particulate measuring assembly consists of the following main parts: SHARP Optics Module ● SHARP Beta Module ● Ambient Inlet Sampling System (PM , PM , PM ● Dynamic Heater ● Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
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Beta Detector Life ~10 years ● C-14 activity below USA authorized limit values; shipped as non- ● hazardous material under Code UN2911; easy handling of the source and instrument. No license is needed in most countries. Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
The Model 5030i SHARP aerosol sample pathway is shown in Figure 1–1. Conditioned Aerosol Sample SHARP Board SHARP Box shown with Cover Off Beta Attenuation Nephelometer Figure 1–1. SHARP Monitor Sample Path Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
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“refined mass” measurement. Simultaneous refined mass measurement and sample volume measurement through a calibrated orifice provide a continuous concentration measurement of the ambient mass concentration. Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
Introduction Principle of Operation HEPA FILTER SOURCE Figure 1–2. Nephelometer Sample and Zero Flow Schematic Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
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PCB, and communications cable. The nephelometer assembly has six ranges that are automatically selected to provide the most precise reading possible. During scheduled auto-zeroing Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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Model 5030i to provide a more stable reading at lower ambient particulate concentrations compared to similar methods. Furthermore, from this information the activity concentration of the natural noble gas Radon is derived. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
CPU to the proportional valve signal. By using this flow control, flow stability is easily maintained. With regard to the hybrid, 5030i SHARP Monitor methodology, the nephelometer and beta attenuation concentrations are calculated and both values are digitally filtered (e.g. averaged) with an elastic time constant that is a function of the real-time concentrations.
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Nominal Flow Rate: 16.67 L/min Flow Precision ±2% of measured value Flow Accuracy <5% of measured value Data Storage Internal data logging of user-specified variables; capacity of 190,000 records. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
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Physical Dimensions W: 16.75” (42.5 cm) x D: 23” (58.4 cm) x H: 8.62” (21.9 cm) Weight: 40 lbs. (19 kg) Optional/Accessories 6-foot extension tubes Tripod Outdoor Ambient Shelter with HVAC 1-10 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
In this configuration, the packaging is ready for shipping by carrier domestically and internationally. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
2. Remove the cover to expose the internal components. 3. Remove the packing material in the analyzer (Figure 2–1). Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
This is an excellent opportunity to compare the monitor to the primary and transfer standards utilized by the end-user within their specific monitoring Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
▲ 2. Following a sufficient equilibration period, connect the power cord to the rear of the instrument and to a properly grounded power supply. Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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The RH/Temperatures screen (read only) displays the current relative humidity in percent and the temperature readings in °C. The board temperature is the air temperature measured by a sensor located on the measurement interface board. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
Note Please be sure that the pump exhaust or any other heat source is not influencing the sensor reading of the temperature/RH cable assembly. Please be sure the side panel has been removed for at least 60 minutes. ▲ Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
Note The ambient temperature verification should be completed prior to performing the RH-sensor verification due to a thermal compensation applied to the RH-sensor. Furthermore, try to avoid RH comparisons <30% RH and >80% RH. ▲ Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
Diagnostics menu, and choose Flows. ● FLOW: 16.67 LPM RANGE DIAGS ALARM The Flow screen (read only) displays the volumetric flow rate in liters per minute. The flow is measured by the internal pressure board sensors. Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
For more information about the volumetric flow rate calibration, see the “Calibration” chapter. Leak Check The leak check of the 5030i SHARP is conducted by first measuring the volumetric flow rate at the inlet adapter. Next, place the factory-supplied Procedure leak check adapter on top of the inlet adapter and then install the flow- meter on top of the leak check adapter.
By reviewing the top view drawing of the instrument (Figure 2–3), the roof flange must be centered in direct alignment with the 5/8-inch OD tube entering the 5030i instrument. 2-10 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
Based on the vertical height requirements, use additional 5/8-inch OD stainless tubing and connectors to make up the difference between the desired inlet height and the top of the heater. Additional routing is necessary for the ambient T/RH sensor assembly. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 2-11...
2. Place 5030i unit in place of intended operation. 3. Attach the insulated heater tube assembly to the 5/8-inch OD tube on top of the 5030i (Figure 2–6). Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 2-13...
7. Sleeve any additional water tight capping over the tubing that now extends above the roof line. 8. Sleeve the white Delrin plastic tripod adapter over the 5/8-inch OD tubing to an appropriate height to accommodate the tripod and 2-14 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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5030i. 17. Plug the pump power chord into the AC PUMP receptacle at the rear of the 5030i instrument. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 2-15...
Installation Setup Heater Assembly 3-Ft. HEPA Filter RH Temperature Final Assembly SHARP Electric Connection Zero In Exhaust Pump Power Local PC Pump Zero Air Make-up Figure 2–7. Rear Panel Plumbing Schematic 2-16 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
Note Not all of the I/O available in the instrument is brought out on the supplied terminal board. If more I/O is desired, an alternative means of connection is required. See optional “Terminal Block and Cable Kits”. ▲ Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 2-17...
Power_Fail_NC Analog ground Power_Fail_COM Analog2 Power_Fail_NO Analog ground TTL_Input1 Analog3 TTL_Input2 Analog ground TTL_Input3 Analog4 TTL_Input4 Analog ground Digital ground Analog5 TTL_Input5 Analog ground TTL_Input6 Analog6 TTL_Input7 Analog ground Digital ground 2-18 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
D/O Terminal Board (customer supplied) to the terminal board using the included tie-down and spacer. Table 2–4 identifies the connector pins and associated signals. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 2-19...
The 25-pin terminal board is included with the optional I/O Expansion 25-Pin Terminal Board Board. Figure 2–11 shows the recommended method for attaching the cable (customer supplied) to the terminal board using the included tie- 2-20 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
Volumetric Conditions should be set to ACT for both Temp and Press vii. Lrecs and Srecs should be chosen for datalogging and all parameters should be selected in the order they appear from “Concentrations” to “Other Measurements”. Default Lrecs are 2-22 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
Do not expose the instrument to excessive vibration or magnetic ● interference. Do not remove/adjust the beta attenuation bench of the 5030i. ● Do not remove the C-14 radioactive source at any time. ● Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 2-23...
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Installation Important Tips Operate the instrument in a climate-controlled environment ● (4–50 C). Set DHCP to ON when changing the IP address. ● 2-24 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
Some menus contain more items than can be displayed at one time. For these menus, use to move the cursor up and down to each item. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
If the liquid crystal contacts your skin or clothes, wash it off immediately using soap and water. ▲ Pushbuttons The Pushbuttons allow the user to traverse the various screens/menus. Figure 3–2. Front Panel Pushbuttons Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
All items under the Service menu (including the menu itself) cannot be assigned soft keys. ▲ Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
Run screens for ambient conditions, sample conditions, and mass sensor data. From the Run screen, the Main Menu can be displayed by pressing . The Main Menu contains a list of submenus. Each Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
Operation Firmware Overview submenu contains related instrument settings. This chapter describes each submenu and screen in detail. Refer to the appropriate sections for more information. Figure 3–3. Flowchart of Menu-Driven Firmware Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
The alarm (bell) icon indicates no parameter changes can be made from that an alarm is active. the front panel. The service (wrench) icon indicates that the instrument is in the service mode. Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
Status Bar AMBIENT CONDITIONS 16.67 FLOW 25.0 T AMB 760.0 P BAR 40.0 RH AMB Status Bar Icons 12:34 Status Bar RANGE DIAGS ALARM Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
The Mass Sensor Data Run screen displays the real-time beta counts during Screen attenuation and the initial beta counts from a fresh filter spot. Title Bar MASS SENSOR DATA 9800.2 0000.9 ZERO Status Bar Icons 12:34 Status Bar RANGE DIAGS ALARM Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
Mode” later in this chapter. to move the cursor up and down. ● Press to make a selection. ● Press to return to the Main Menu or to return to the ● Run screen. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
Note If the units change, the instrument should be re-calibrated. A display warning will appear. ▲ In the Main Menu, choose Range > Conc Units. ● 3-10 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
DIAGS ALARM Table 3–2. Standard Ranges mg/m μg/m 1000 2000 3000 5000 10.00 10000 C1, C2, and C3 are custom ranges. For more information about custom ranges, see “Set Custom Ranges” below. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-11...
0.1 mg/m and 10.00 mg/m can be specified as a range. In the μg/m mode, any value between 100 μg/m and 10000 μg/m can be specified as a range. 3-12 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
In the Main Menu, choose Integration Time. ● INTEGRATION TIME: CURRENTLY: 15 MIN SET TO: 20 MIN? CHANGE VALUE SAVE VALUE RANGE DIAGS ALARM Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-13...
(slope) are set to 0.0 and 1.0 by default. Should regional settings require an adjustment to these values that DO NOT compromise regulatory approvals for this instrument, those values can be adjusted at this point. In the Main Menu, choose Calibration Factors. ● 3-14 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
NOT affected by the SET COEF until the value is saved. In the Main Menu, choose Calibration Factors > PM Coef. ● PM COEFFICIENT: CURRENTLY: 1.000 SET TO: 1.02 MOVE CURSOR CHANGE VALUE SAVE RANGE DIAGS ALARM Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-15...
The instrument can also be calibrated manually using this menu. For more information about calibration, see Chapter 4, “Calibration”. In the Main Menu, choose Calibration Factors > Neph Bkg Values. ● 3-16 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
The Restore Previous Values screen is used to restore the prior background values should a poor zero occur. In the Main Menu, choose Calibration Factors > Neph Bkg > ● Restore Prev Values. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-17...
The Instrument Controls menu contains a number of items that may be selected to control various instrument operational parameters. The Menu firmware controls listed in this menu enable control of the listed instrument functions. In the Main Menu, choose Instrument Controls. ● 3-18 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
DIAGS ALARM Pump The Pump screen allows the user to toggle the pump to either ON or OFF. In the Main Menu, choose Instrument Controls > Set Flow/Pump > ● Pump. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-19...
The RH Threshold screen is used to change the RH threshold value in percent. The RH threshold is typically compatible with the gravimetric method being used for comparison. In the Main Menu, choose Instrument Controls > Set Heater > RH ● Threshold. 3-20 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
The Manual screen allows the user to move or stop the filter tape and open or close the measurement bench. In the Main Menu, choose Instrument Controls > Filter Tape ● Control > Manual. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-21...
In the Main Menu, choose Instrument Controls > Filter Tape ● Control > Tape/Zero Ratio. TAPE/NEPH ZERO RATIO: CURRENTLY: SET TO: 2:1 ? CHANGE VALUE SAVE VALUE RANGE DIAGS ALARM Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-23...
The Standard Temperature screen is used to set the standard temperature. In the Main Menu, choose Instrument Controls > Volumetric ● Conditions > Temperature > Standard. STANDARD TEMPERATURE: CURRENTLY: SET TO: INC/DEC SAVE VALUE RANGE DIAGS ALARM 3-24 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
The analyzer's computer system includes three megabytes of flash memory which is enough to store a full lrec containing 32 data items and a full srec Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-25...
“20 Jan 2009 10:01”. DATE AND TIME: 20 JAN 2009 10:00 DAYS SET CURSOR TO MONTHS ACCEPT AS SHOWN RANGE DIAGS ALARM Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-27...
Figure 3–6. Detector A Flags Analog Inputs The Analog Inputs screen allows the user to select the parameter (none or analog inputs 1–8) to the selected record field. The selected item is shown Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-31...
For more information about selecting the content of logged data fields, see “Select Content” above. In the Main Menu, choose Instrument Controls > Datalogging ● Settings > Reset to Default Content. 3-32 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
Percentages between 0 and 100% are available in increments of 10. Changing this value results in log erasure for both types of records, and changing the percent allocated to one record type will automatically change the other. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-33...
The Flag Status Data screen is used to set the flag status data to either ON or OFF for the selected record type. In the Main Menu, choose Instrument Controls > Datalogging ● Settings > Configure Datalogging > Flag Status Data. 3-34 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
The analyzer’s default baud rate is set to 9600 to provide backwards compatibility with the older C-series analyzers. In the Main Menu, choose Instrument Controls > Communication ● Settings > Serial Settings > Baud Rate. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-35...
The Stop Bits screen is used to set the number of stop bits for the serial port to 1 (default) or 2. In the Main Menu, choose Instrument Controls > Communication ● Settings > Serial Settings > Stop Bits. 3-36 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
0 to 127. The Model 5030i has a default instrument ID of 14. For more information about the instrument ID, see Appendix B “C-Link Protocol” or Appendix C “MODBUS Protocol”. In the Main Menu, choose Instrument Controls > Communication ● Settings > Instrument ID. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-37...
8 streaming data output items, streaming interval, current data format, and current timestamp setting. The Choose Stream Data submenu displays a list of the analog output signal group choices to choose from. 3-38 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
Choices are Concentrations, Other Measurements, and Analog Inputs (if the I/O expansion board is installed). In the Main Menu, choose Instrument Controls > Communication ● Settings > Streaming Data Config > Item 1–8. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-39...
Flags and Detector A Flags, see Figure 3–5 Figure 3–6 for data descriptions. In the Main Menu, choose Instrument Controls > Communication ● Settings > Streaming Data Config > select Item > Other Measurements. 3-40 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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The TCP/IP Settings menu is used for defining parameters that are required for Ethernet communications. Note The instrument power must be cycled after any of these parameters have been changed for the change to take effect. ▲ Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-41...
In the Main Menu, choose Instrument Controls > Communication ● Settings > TCP/IP Settings > IP Addr. IP ADDRESS: CURRENT: 10.209.40.149 SET TO: 10.209.40.149 1 MOVE CURSOR CHANGE VALUE SAVE VALUE RANGE DIAGS ALARM 3-42 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
The Host Name screen is used to edit the host name. When DHCP is enabled, this name is reported to the DHCP server. In the Main Menu, choose Instrument Controls > Communication ● Settings > TCP/IP Settings > Host Name. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-43...
The Output Relay Settings menu displays a list of the 10 digital output relays available, and allows the user to select the logic state and instrument parameter for the relay selected. 3-44 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
Note The digital inputs must be asserted for at least one second for the action to be activated. ▲ 3-46 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
The Instrument Action submenu allows the user to choose the instrument action that is assigned to the selected digital input. In the Main Menu, choose Instrument Controls > I/O Configuration ● > Digital Input Settings > select Relay > Instrument Action. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-47...
4 mA. By default, this parameter is set to on and 5% over and under range is allowed for all analog output channels. In the Main Menu, choose Instrument Controls > I/O Configuration ● > Analog Output Config > Allow Over/Under Range. 3-48 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
SAVE RANGE DIAGS ALARM Minimum and Maximum The Minimum and Maximum Value screens are used to edit the zero (0) Value and full-scale (100) values, respectively, in percentages for the selected Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-49...
User-set alarm min value User-set alarm max value Beta Raw User-set alarm min value User-set alarm max value Alpha Raw User-set alarm min value User-set alarm max value Mass -200 5,000 Beta Zero 65,000 3-50 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
CHANGE VALUE SAVE RANGE DIAGS ALARM Table 3–5. Signal Type Group Choices Concentrations Other Measurements Analog Inputs None None None Barometer Pressure Analog Input 1 (if the I/O expansion Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-51...
This screen is only displayed if the I/O expansion board option is installed. Configuration includes entering the Descriptor, Units, Decimal Places, choice of 1–10 points in the table, and corresponding number of points selected. 3-52 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
The units may be from 1 to 3 characters in length, and defaults to V (volts). In the Main Menu, choose Instrument Controls > I/O Configuration ● > Analog Input Config > select Channel > Units. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-53...
In the Main Menu, choose Instrument Controls > I/O Configuration ● > Analog Input Config > select Channel > Table Points. NUMBER OF TABLE POINTS: CURRENTLY: SET TO: 10 ? INC/DEC SAVE VALUE RANGE DIAGS ALARM 3-54 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
1: 0.00 V = 000.0 U and point 2: 10.00 V = 10.0 U, where U is the previously entered unit of measure. In the Main Menu, choose Instrument Controls > I/O Configuration ● > Analog Input Config > select Channel > select Point > User Value. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-55...
Model 5030i. The service (wrench) icon on the status bar is shown when service mode is on. For more information about the service mode, see “Service Menu” later in this chapter. 3-56 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
(GMT+7/6), and PDT (GMT+8/7). Note The current timezone may say NULL before the timezone is set for the first time, or if the timezone was cleared with a C-Link command. ▲ Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-57...
Prior to contacting the factory with any questions regarding the instrument, please note the product model name and the program version numbers. In the Main Menu, choose Diagnostics > Program Versions. ● 3-58 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
Interface Board Voltages The Interface Board screen (read only) is used to display the voltage readings on the measurement interface board. In the Main Menu, choose Diagnostics > Voltages > Interface ● Board. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-59...
Nephelometer Board The Nehpelometer Board screen (read only) is used to display the voltage Voltages readings on the nephelometer board. In the Main Menu, choose Diagnostics > Voltages > Nephelometer ● Board. 3-60 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
Flow The Flow screen (read only) displays the current sample flow reading. The flow is measured by the internal pressure board sensors. In the Main Menu, choose Diagnostics > Flow. ● Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-61...
36.6 LED CURRENT 69.8 mA REF DETECTOR 867 mV RANGE DIAGS ALARM The CRn screen (read only) displays the current CRn reading. In the Main Menu, choose Diagnostics > CRn. ● 3-62 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
Pull-ups are provided on all of the inputs, so if nothing they will read (1), if an input is brought to ground, it will read (0). In the Main Menu, choose Diagnostics > Digital Inputs. ● Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-63...
Full-scale sets the analog outputs to the full- scale voltage, zero sets the analog outputs to 0 volts, and reset returns the output to normal operation. The analog outputs are returned to normal 3-64 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
DIAGS ALARM Contact Information The Contact Information screen displays the customer service information. In the Main Menu, choose Diagnostics > Contact Information. ● CONTACT INFORMATION: CALL CENTER: 508-520-0430 http://WWW.THERMO.COM/AQI RANGE DIAGS ALARM Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-65...
(if installed) indicate that the power supplies are working and connections are successful. There are no setting screens for these alarms. In the Main Menu, choose Alarms > Instrument Alarms. ● 3-66 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
Board status indicates that the power supplies are working and connections are successful. There are no setting screens for this alarm. In the Main Menu, choose Alarms > Detector Alarms. ● Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-67...
The Nephelometer Alarms submenu allows the user to view and set the nephelometer alarm parameters. Board status indicates that the power Alarms supplies are working and connections are successful. The nephelometer 3-68 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
The Nephelometer minimum and maximum nephelometer temperature screens function the Temperature Limits same way. In the Main Menu, choose Alarms > Neph Alarms > Neph Temp > ● Min or Max. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-69...
The LED Current screen displays the current nephelometer source current value and sets the minimum and maximum alarm limits. Acceptable alarm limits range from 50 to 70 mA. If the LED current reading goes beyond 3-70 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
Run screen and in the Main Menu. There is no “set” mode for this value. In the Main Menu, choose Alarms > Neph Alarms > Ref Det Volt. ● REF DETECTOR VOLTAGE: ACTUAL 780 mV 350 mV 2000 mV RANGE DIAGS ALARM Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-71...
RH alarm limit. The minimum and maximum ambient Limits RH screens function the same way. In the Main Menu, choose Alarms > RH/Temperature Alarms > ● Ambient RH > Min or Max. 3-72 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
Acceptable alarm limits range from -30 °C to 60 °C. If the ambient temperature reading goes beyond the minimum or maximum limit, an alarm is activated and the Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-73...
Run screen and in the Main Menu. In the Main Menu, choose Alarms > RH/Termperature Alarms > ● Flow Temp. FLOW TEMP: ACTUAL 24.4 >MIN 60.0 RANGE DIAGS ALARM 3-74 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
The minimum and maximum Temperature Limits board temperature screens function the same way. In the Main Menu, choose Alarms > RH/Temperature Alarms > ● Board Temp > Min or Max. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-75...
The minimum and maximum Pressure Limits barometric pressure screens function the same way. In the Main Menu, choose Alarms > Pressure/Vacuum Alarms > Baro ● Pres > Min or Max. 3-76 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
In the Main Menu, choose Alarms > Pressure/Vacuum Alarms > ● Vacuum > Min or Max. VACUUM: ACTUAL MIN: -5.0 mmHg SET MIN TO: -4.9 mmHg? INC/DEC SAVE VALUE RANGE DIAGS ALARM Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-77...
SAVE VALUE RANGE DIAGS ALARM Flow Alarms The Flow Alarms submenu allows the user to view and set the flow alarm parameters. In the Main Menu, choose Alarms > Flow Alarms. ● 3-78 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
The Concentration Alarms submenu allows the user to view and set the 24- hour average concentration and the instant concentration for PM, SHARP, and nephelometer alarm parameters. In the Main Menu, choose Alarms > Conc Alarms. ● Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-79...
In the Main Menu, choose Alarms > Conc Alarms > Avg PM > Min ● or Max. AVERAGE PM CONC: ACT MIN: SET MIN: xxxxx100 MOVE CURSOR CHANGE VALUE SAVE RANGE DIAGS ALARM 3-80 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
(bell) icon appears in the status bar on the Run screen and in the Main Menu. In the Main Menu, choose Alarms > Conc Alarms > Avg Neph. ● Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-81...
10000 RANGE DIAGS ALARM Min and Max Instant PM The Minimum Instant PM Concentration alarm limit screen is used to change the minimum instant PM concentration alarm limit. The Concentration Limits 3-82 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
SHARP concentration alarm limit. The minimum and maximum instant SHARP concentration screens function Limits the same way. In the Main Menu, choose Alarms > Conc Alarms > Inst SHARP > ● Min or Max. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-83...
In the Main Menu, choose Alarms > Conc Alarms > Inst Neph > ● Min or Max. INSTANT NEPH CONC: ACT MIN: SET MIN: xxxxx-10 MOVE CURSOR CHANGE VALUE SAVE RANGE DIAGS ALARM 3-84 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
For more information on the service mode, see “Service Mode” earlier in this chapter. Note This adjustment should only be performed by an instrument service technician. ▲ In the Main Menu, choose Service > RH/Temp Calibration. ● Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-85...
The Ambient Relative Humidity screen allows the user to view and calibrate relative humidity. Adjust the zero offset until the RH agrees with Humidity your treaceable standard. In the Main Menu, choose Service > RH/Temp Calibration > ● Ambient RH. 3-86 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
Calibration In the Main Menu, choose Service > Pres/Vacuum Calibration > ● Baro Pres. BARO PRES CALIBRATION: >OFFSET SPAN 1.0000 SET DEFAULTS RANGE DIAGS ALARM Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-87...
The Restore Default Calibration screen allows the user to reset the default values. Calibration In the Main Menu, choose Service > Pres/Vacuum Calibration > ● Baro Pres Calibration > Set Defaults. 3-88 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
The Calibrate Vacuum Pressure Span screen allows the user to view and set Pressure Span the flow sensor calibration span point. Note The operator should use an independent manometer capable of measuring approximately 100 mmHg of vacuum. Measure the vacuum Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-89...
The Restore Default Calibration screen allows the user to reset the default values. Calibration Note Be sure to close the toggle switch after calibration is complete. ▲ In the Main Menu, choose Service > Pres/Vacuum Calibration > ● Vac/Flow > Set Defaults. 3-90 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
In the Main Menu, choose Service > Flow Calibration > Auto. ● FLOW AUTO CALIBRATION: FLOW: 16.67 LPM SET TO: 17.25 LPM? MOVE CURSOR CHANGE VALUE SAVE RANGE DIAGS ALARM Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-91...
The Thermal Mass Coefficient screen allows the user to view and set the thermal coefficient using manual calibration mode. (Factory set.) In the Main Menu, choose Service > Mass Calibration > Thermal ● Coefficient. 3-92 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
The Mass Coefficient submenu allows the user to view and set the mass coefficient using manual or auto mode. (Factory set.) In the Main Menu, choose Service > Mass Calibration > Mass ● Coefficient. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-93...
6992 MOVE CURSOR CHANGE VALUE SAVE RANGE DIAGS ALARM Alpha Efficiency The Alpha Efficiency Coefficient screen allows the user to view and set the Coefficient alpha efficiency value. 3-94 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
This process takes approximately 30 minutes and will set a high voltage and thresholds for alpha and beta reference counts. In the Main Menu, choose Service > Detector Calibration > Auto. ● Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-95...
High Voltage The High Voltage screen allows the user to view and set the high voltage value. In the Main Menu, choose Service > Detector Calibration > Manual ● > High Voltage. 3-96 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
For more information on the service mode, see “Service Mode” earlier in the chapter. Note This adjustment should only be performed by an instrument service technician. ▲ Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-97...
Nephelometer Source The Nephelometer Source Level screen allows the user to view and calibrate the source level. Level In the Main Menu, choose Service > Neph Calibration > Neph Src ● Level. 3-98 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
0 or 4 mA for a current channel (depending on the selected range). See the “set output to:” field on the display. In the Main Menu, choose Service > Analog Out Cal > select ● Channel > Calibrate Zero. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-99...
For more information on the service mode, “Service Mode” earlier in this chapter. Note This adjustment should only be performed by an instrument service technician. ▲ In the Main Menu, choose Service > Analog Input Calibration. ● 3-100 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
Channel > Calibrate Full Scale. (Hook up a voltage source of 10 V to the analog input channel.) ANALOG INPUT CAL: SPAN PROVIDE VOLTAGE TO INPUT! SELECTED INPUT: INPUT 1 CURRENTLY: 9.84 V SET TO: 10.00 CALIBRATE TO VALUE RANGE DIAGS ALARM Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-101...
For more information on the service mode, see “Service Mode” earlier in this chapter. In the Main Menu, choose Service > Restore User Defaults. ● 3-102 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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In the Main Menu, choose Password > Set Password ● ENTER NEW PASSWORD: RANGXXXXXE ABCDEFGHIJKLMN BKSP OPQRSTUVWXYZ PAGE 0123456789 ./- SAVE RANGE DIAGS ALARM Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-103...
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The change password screen is shown if the instrument is unlocked. In the Main Menu, choose Password > Change Password ● ENTER NEW PASSWORD: RANGXXXXXE ABCDEFGHIJKLMN BKSP OPQRSTUVWXYZ PAGE 0123456789 ./- SAVE RANGE DIAGS ALARM 3-104 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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The unlock instrument screen is shown if the instrument is locked. In the Main Menu, choose Password > Unlock Instrument ● ENTER THE PASSWORD: RANGXXXXXE ABCDEFGHIJKLMN BKSP OPQRSTUVWXYZ PAGE 0123456789 ./- SAVE RANGE DIAGS ALARM Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 3-105...
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The following equipment should be used: A thermistor or thermocouple thermometer capable of measuring ● ambient temperatures in a range of –20 to 50 °C, readable to the Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
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The Calibration submenus allow the user to view and calibrate the instrument. All calibration submenus are visible only when the instrument is in service mode. For more information on the service mode, “Service Mode” earlier in Chapter 3. Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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DIAGS ALARM Be sure to save the entry and compare the values once more. If it appears that the temperature has shifted into the wrong direction, change the sign of your offset value. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
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Using a NIST-traceable barometer, measure the barometric pressure (and Calibration convert as necessary) in units of millimetres of mercury (mmHg). Use the SPAN feature from the barometric calibration submenu. BARO PRES CALIBRATION: >SPAN 1.0000 SET DEFAULTS RANGE DIAGS ALARM Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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100 mmHg) and attach to the +PA port on the rear panel. Then push the toggle switch on the right inward to open (see Figure 4–1). The manometer reading can now be used to calibrate the vacuum sensor. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
Open the ports by pressing the toggle switches inward. Calculate an average reading from the reference manometer in units of mmHg. Enter this span value into the screen below: Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
Mass Calibration The Model 5030i SHARP is calibrated for mass in the factory using a series of null and span foils. The mass transfer standard foil sets are available from Thermo Fisher Scientific, and should be used as part of a QA Program for performing a QC check on the mass measurements.
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Since the beta attenuation method is linear with mass increase, the Model 5030i need not be calibrated in the exact range of beta attenuation per filter spot. What is important, is calibrating the corresponding beta count reduction with an increase of calibrated mass. Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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The beta attenuation chamber should now open. MASS COEF: 7000.0 FOIL VALUE: 1328 μg TO SAVE FOIL VALUE AND OPEN BENCH RANGE DIAGS ALARM Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
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TO CONTINUE RANGE DIAGS ALARM 5. Remove the zero/null foil and insert with the Span foil (e.g., 1328 ug) and press to begin the span calibration, or press to stop the foil. 4-10 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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MASS COEF: 6878.7 FOIL VALUE: 1328 μg Beta Avg 9911 1/sec difference -1.7 % REMOVE HOLDE, INSERT TAPE, TO CLOSE BENCH RANGE DIAGS ALARM Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 4-11...
TO START AUTO CAL RANGE DIAGS ALARM This procedure will take approximately 30 minutes until completed. Thereafter, a high voltage (HV), beta reference threshold and alpha threshold will be assigned a new valve. 4-12 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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The Nephelometer Temperature screen allows the user to view and calibrate the nephelometer temperature sensor calibration. Temperature Note Calibration of the nephelometer temperature must be done with the heater in the “OFF” position. ▲ Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 4-13...
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In the Main Menu, choose Service > Neph Calibration > Neph Src ● Level. SOURCE LEVEL SET: IRED: 65 mA SRC LEVEL: 32 % INC/DEC SAVE VALUE RANGE DIAGS ALARM 4-14 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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Equipment Damage Some internal components can be damaged by small amounts of static electricity. A properly grounded antistatic wrist strap must be worn while handling any internal component. For more information about appropriate safety precautions, see the “Servicing” chapter. ▲ Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
(Figure 5–1). Remove any accumulated water, clean the interior of the bottle, inspect the seals, and replace the bottle in the holder. Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
Leckel), at approximately a 1-2 month interval. The components of the Inlet inlet should be inspected and cleaned as necessary. Figure 5–2 provided below provides an image and design drawing of the inlet, with references to parts. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
Once every three months, the entire SCC assembly should be inspected and cleaned, O-rings checked for distortion, cracks, fraying, or other problems. Replace O-rings as necessary. Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
2. Flush the filter with warm water and let dry (a clean, oil-free purge will help the drying process) or blow the filter clean with compressed air. 3. Re-install the filter and fan guard. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
Use the following procedure to verify no leaks. 1. Place a reference volumetric flow meter (e.g., BGI Delta Cal) onto the inlet adapter and calibrate the 5030i SHARP so that the reference flow meter and the 5030i SHARP Monitor read the same flow rate.
9. Tighten right reel nut. From Filter Tape Control > Manual > choose Tape and press to MOVE tape. 10. From the main menu choose Alarms > Instrument Alarms to verify that there are no filter tape alarms. 11. Replace left side cover. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
Equipment Damage Some internal components can be damaged by small amounts of static electricity. A properly grounded antistatic wrist strap must be worn while handling any internal component. For more information about appropriate safety precautions, see the “Servicing” chapter. ▲ Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
4. Remove sealing gasket (note: may be stuck to bottomside of top-end plate). 5. Carefully vacuum out optic chamber. 6. Re-assemble in reverse order—note careful placement of the sealing gasket. HEPA Filter Figure 5–6. Replacing the External Pump Exhaust Filter Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
6. Carefully vacuum out the optics chamber using caution not to scrap the interior of the optics chamber. 7. Re-assemble following the previous steps. Take extra caution in re- aligning the sealing gasket to avoid air leaks. 5-10 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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Table 6–2 lists all the alarm messages you may see on the graphics display and provides recommendations about how to resolve the alarm condition. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
Replace one board at a time with a spare board to isolate the defective board. Verify P valves on rear panel are Flow in the closed position. Re-calibrate. Display is off Wrong contrast setting Adjust contrast setting. Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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Check P calibration valve are Close valves. in closed position Neph Board Failures External cable not connected Check cable connection. Internal cable not connected. Check cable connection. Low Source Current Disconnected Source/Ref Check cable connection. cable Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
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Bad Zero Re-zero Neph Temp High/Low Check min and max values/ Re-calibrate Neph RH Low/High Check min and max values/ Re-calibrate Led Current High/Low Check min and max values/Verify 65mA ± 5mA Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
Disconnected cable Verify cable harness is connected to Board Status the base. WARNING If disconnected, turn off AC power to the base before re- connecting. Nephelometer Alarms – Bad zero Re-zero. Neph Sample Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
2 Pin AC INPUT 3 Cond SU PPLY FRON T PAN EL 3 Pin PO WER SW TRAN SFORM ER (90VAC or 240VAC Options) Figure 6–1. Board-Level Connection Diagram - Common Electronics Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
Table 6–3. Motherboard Connector Pin Descriptions Connector Reference Signal Description Label Designator INTF DATA Ground +RS485 to Interface Board -RS485 to Interface Board 10-BASE-T Ethernet Output (+) Ethernet Output (-) Ethernet Input (+) 6-10 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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TTL Input 13 TTL Input 15 Digital Ground Analog Voltage 1 Analog Voltage 3 Analog Ground Analog Voltage 5 Analog Ground Analog Ground Power Fail Relay COM Power Fail Relay N.O. Contact Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 6-11...
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Analog Ground VOLTAGE TEST +3.3V +15V -15V SER EN Serial Enable Jumper +3.3V 24V IN +24V Ground RESET PROC Reset-Proc Ground DIGITAL I/O +24V +24V Ground Ground Ground SPI Reset SPI Input 6-12 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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LLP – LCD Signal LFLM – LCD Signal LD4 – LCD Signal LD0 – LCD Signal LD5 – LCD Signal LD1 – LCD Signal LD6 – LCD Signal LD2 – LCD Signal Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 6-13...
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Serial Port 1 TX (-RS485 OUT) Ground Serial Port 1 RTS (+RS485 OUT) Serial Port 1 CTS (+RS485 IN) RS232/RS485:B P1:B Serial Port 2 RX (-RS485 IN) Serial Port 2 TX (-RS485 OUT) 6-14 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
+5V Supply Ground Table 6–6. I/O Expansion Board (Optional) Connector Pin Descriptions Connector Reference Signal Description Label Designator EXPANSION I/O Analog Voltage Input 1 Analog Voltage Input 2 Analog Voltage Input 3 Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 6-21...
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Current Output Return Current Output 4 Current Output Return Current Output 5 Current Output Return Current Output 6 MOTHER BD +24V +24V Ground Ground Ground +RS485 to Motherboard -RS485 to Motherboard 6-22 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
For additional assistance, service is available from exclusive distributors worldwide. Contact one of the phone numbers below for product support Locations and technical information or visit us on the web at www.thermo.com/aqi. 1-866-282-0430 Toll Free 1-508-520-0430 International Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 6-25...
When the instrument is unplugged, the chassis is not at earth ground. ▲ Do not remove the LCD panel or frame from the LCD module. ▲ Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
1. From the Main Menu, choose Instrument Controls > Service Mode. The Service Mode screen appears. 2. Press to toggle the Service Mode to ON. 3. Press > to return to the Main Menu. 4. Return to the procedure. Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
1. Turn the instrument OFF and unplug the power cord. 2. If the instrument is mounted in a rack, remove it from the rack. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector. 4. Unfasten the two captive hardware screws. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 7-11...
Connectors Loosen Captive Partition Panel Screw Remove Screws Remove Screw LOWER PANEL Remove Hidden Screw Figure 7–5. Removing the Measurement Case Assembly and Lowering the Partition Panel Equipment Required: Philips screwdriver 7-12 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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11. Replace the measurement case assembly by following the previous steps in reverse. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 7-13...
3. If the fan is not being replaced, install the new filter, and snap it back into place, and skip the remaining steps. 4. Disconnect the fan power cable from the fan. Do not lose the four nuts. 7-14 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
Equipment Damage Some internal components can be damaged by small amounts of static electricity. A properly grounded antistatic wrist strap must be worn while handling any internal component. ▲ 1. Turn the instrument OFF and unplug the power cord. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 7-15...
Figure 7–7. Replacing the Detector Amplifier Assembly 5. Install the new detector amplifier assembly by following the previous steps in reverse. 6. Calibrate the detector amplifier board. Refer to the “Detector Amplifier Board Calibration” procedure that follows. 7-16 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
▲ 1. Turn the instrument OFF, unplug the power cord, and remove the cover. 2. Disconnect the pump power cable from the rear panel. 3. Remove both lines from the pump. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 7-17...
▲ 1. Turn the instrument OFF, unplug the power cord, and remove the cover. 2. Disconnect plumbing from the pressure board assembly (Figure 7–10). Note the plumbing connections to facilitate reconnection. 7-18 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
, then return to the beginning of this step. ▲ 2. Return to the Pres/Vacuum Calibration, choose Vac/Flow > Flow Pres Span. Calibrate the flow pressure span according to the following: a. Place digital manometer on bench. 7-20 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
(voltage or current) and compare the meter reading with the output value set on the Test Analog Outputs screen. Equipment Required: Multimeter Use the following procedure to test the analog outputs. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 7-21...
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Refer to the “Analog Output Calibration” procedure that follows. 8. Press to reset the analog outputs to normal. 7-22 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
▲ 5. Use until the meter reads the value shown in the Set Output To line (0.0 V, or 0.0 or 4.0 mA), then press to save the value. 7-24 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
Analog Input Cal screen and repeat Steps 2 through 4 to calibrate other input channels to zero as necessary. 6. Continue with the “Calibrating the Input Channels to Full-Scale” procedure that follows. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 7-25...
Thermistor assembly Equipment Damage Some internal components can be damaged by small amounts of static electricity. A properly grounded antistatic wrist strap must be worn while handling any internal component. ▲ 7-26 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
A properly grounded antistatic wrist strap must be worn while handling any internal component. ▲ 1. Turn the instrument OFF, unplug the power cord, and remove the cover. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 7-27...
6. Calibrate the analog current outputs and analog voltage inputs as defined earlier in this chapter. Motherboard Support Bracket Mounting Studs Motherboard Digital Output Board I/O Expansion Board (Opt) Figure 7–13. Replacing the I/O Expansion Board (Optional) 7-28 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
Replacement” procedure in this chapter. 3. Disconnect the digital output board ribbon cable from the motherboard. 4. Using the nut driver, remove the two standoffs securing the board to the rear panel (Figure 7–14). Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 7-29...
6. Pop the motherboard off of the support bracket, and remove the motherboard. 7. To install the motherboard, follow the previous steps in reverse. 8. Calibrate the analog voltage outputs as defined earlier in this chapter (all ranges). 7-30 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
4. To install the measurement interface board, follow the previous steps in reverse. 5. Re-install the measurement case assembly. 6. Calibrate the instrument. Refer to the “Calibration” chapter in this manual. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 7-31...
A properly grounded antistatic wrist strap must be worn while handling any internal component. ▲ 1. Turn the instrument OFF, unplug the power cord, and remove the cover. 2. Disconnect cable. 3. Remove mounting screws. 7-32 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
“Removing the Measurement Case Assembly and Lowering the Partition Panel” in this chapter to lower the partition panel, then proceed to the next step below. 3. Disconnect connector from the measurement interface board. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 7-33...
Figure 7–17. Replacing the Proportional Valve Detector Assembly Use the following procedure to replace the detector assembly (Figure 7– 18). Replacement Equipment Required: Detector assembly Hex driver, 4 mm Safety glasses 7-34 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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4. Install the new detector assembly by following the previous steps in reverse, while taking special care not to puncture the mylar. 5. Calibrate the detector assembly. Refer to the “Detector Calibration” procedure on page 4-12. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 7-35...
Partition Panel” in this chapter to lower the partition panel, then proceed to the next step below. 3. Loosen the kynar fittings using the wrench and slide out sample flow RTD. 7-36 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
Philips screwdriver, #2 Equipment Damage Some internal components can be damaged by small amounts of static electricity. A properly grounded antistatic wrist strap must be worn while handling any internal component. ▲ Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 7-37...
Hex driver, 7/64-inch Equipment Damage Some internal components can be damaged by small amounts of static electricity. A properly grounded antistatic wrist strap must be worn while handling any internal component. ▲ 7-38 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
Unfasten Screws (2) Figure 7–21. Replacing the Radius Tube Ambient Use the following procedure to replace the ambient RH/temperature assembly (Figure 7–22). RH/Temperature Equipment Required: Replacement Ambient RH/temperature assembly Adjustable wrench Pliers Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 7-39...
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6. Slide out the ambient RH/temperature assembly. 7. Slide in the new ambient RH/temperature assembly by following the previous steps in reverse. 8. Calibrate the instrument. Refer to the “Calibration” chapter in this manual. 7-40 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
3. Pop the board off of the two top mounting studs and remove the board by lifting it up and off the slotted bottom support. 4. Replace the front panel board by following the previous steps in reverse. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 7-41...
▲ Do not remove the LCD panel or frame from the LCD module. ▲ The LCD polarizing plate is very fragile, handle it carefully. ▲ 7-42 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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“set contrast 10” C-Link command to set screen constrast to mid range, then optimize the contrast. See the “C-Link Protocol Commands” appendix for more information on this command. ▲ Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 7-43...
2. If the instrument is mounted on a rack, remove it from the rack. 3. Unfasten the two screws. 4. Lift cover in an upward direction. 5. Replace the SHARP optics cover by following the previous steps in reverse. 7-44 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
4. Unfasten the two captive hardware screws from the rear panel. 5. Replace the solenoid valve by following the previous steps in reverse. To Outdoor Roof Flange Captive Hardware (2) To Pump Exhaust Connector Figure 7–25. Replacing the External Solenoid Valve Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 7-45...
RH/Temp board assembly. 6. Slide in the new RH/Temp assembly by following the previous steps. 7. Calibrate the RH/Temp sensor. Refer to the “Calibration” chapter in this manual. 7-46 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
Service > Neph Calibration. Record the nephelometer RH value, the nephelometer temperature value, and the nephelometer source level value. 3. Turn the instrument OFF, unplug the power cord, and remove the SHARP otpics cover. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 7-47...
▲ 1. Turn the Pump Flow OFF: From the Main Menu, choose Instrument Controls > Set Flow/Pump > Pump. Press to toggle and set the pump flow to OFF. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 7-49...
4. Disconnect the electrical connector labeled “SHARP 1”. 5. Unfasten the four screws. 6. Pull connect up and out and install electrical connector by following the previous steps in reverse. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 7-51...
SHARP assembly from the base unit. 2. Remove the two SHARP cover screws and remove the cover. 3. Remove the hex nut from the cable clamp. 7-52 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
1. Note the orientation of the arrow on the filter assembly. See Figure 2–7 for orientation. 2. Compress the collar of the quick connect fitting and remove the tubing from fittings. 3. Install filter assembly by following the previous steps in reverse. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 7-53...
For additional assistance, service is available from exclusive distributors worldwide. Contact one of the phone numbers below for product support and technical information or visit us on the web at www.thermo.com/aqi. 1-866-282-0430 Toll Free 1-508-520-0430 International 7-54 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
Tape Motor After the measurement head is opened, this motor is used to advance the filter tape a fixed amount prior to initiating another beta attenuation event on a fixed sample spot. Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
I/O are read and written to by the low-level processors. The counters are accumulated over the past second and the analog inputs are averaged over that second. The high-level processor polls the low-level processors once per second to exchange the measurement and control data. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
I/O. The motherboard also contains I/O circuitry and the associated connector to monitor external digital status lines and to output analog voltages that represent the measurement data. Connectors located on the motherboard include: Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
It contains power supplies and Board interface circuitry for sensors and control devices in the measurement system. It sends status data to the motherboard and receives control signals from the motherboard. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
Ten relay contacts, normally open (with power off), are provided, which are electrically isolated from each other. Eight solenoid driver outputs (open collector) are provided along with a corresponding +24 VDC supply pin on the connector. Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
The user can calibrate each analog output zero and span point through the firmware. At least 5% of full-scale over and under range are also supported, but may be overridden in the firmware, if required. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
The user may select what information is sent out from each relay and whether the active state is opened or closed. 8-10 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
The external accessory connector is not used in the Model 5030i analyzer. Connector This port is used in other models to communicate with smart external devices that may be mounted hundreds of feet from the analyzer using an RS-485 electrical interface. 8-12 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
The 25-pin terminal board assembly is included with the optional I/O expansion board. Refer to “Terminal Board PCB Assemblies” in the Board Assembly “Installation” chapter for information on attaching the cable to the Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
1–37 are for 37-pin cables. ▲ Table 9–1. Cable Options Description Cable Length DB37M to open end Six feet DB37F to open end Six feet DB25M to open end Six feet RS-232 Six feet Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
EIA-rack mounting handles. This configuration is intended for direct replacement of a C-series instrument in an existing rack. The rail mounting location is lower on the case and the front mounting screw slots have non-standard EIA locations. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
A generous bead of RTV or silicone sealent should be applied to the circumfernce of the ponts shown in Figure 9–5. Figure 9–5. Roof Flange Assembly Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
Figure 9–6 shows a picture of the roof flange that is used with this assembly. Figure 9–6. Securing the Roof Flange Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
BENCH to open. 4. From Instrument Panel, select Diagnostics, Instrument Configuration, and change the DETECTOR configuration from BETA to SHARP. 5. Turn instrument power off with the measurement head in the open position. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 10-1...
2. Remove both sides of the Cover. Remove the tape pick up spool (Figure 10–2) by removing the thumb screw, washer, filter tape, spacers, o-rings and rear filter support guide plate. 10-2 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
5. Install the filter tape following the filter tape path shown in Figure 10– 3. Use adhesive tape to adhere the filter tape to the take up spool and wind the tape over itself at least once. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 10-3...
Figure 10–4. Note It should not be necessary to remove the electronics from the instrument case to achieve this connection and the spare 2-pin connector is not used. ▲ 10-4 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
4. Slowly insert the Radius Tube Adapter onto the Radius Tube and push down with a slight twist until it is seated. 5. Tighten the radius tube mounting bracket screws as shown in Figure 10–5. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 10-5...
Figure 10–6. Be sure to remove the old dust cover cap and the large plastic hole cover. Figure 10–6. Radius Tube Adapter Alignment Check 10-6 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
0.040” thru-hole on the T-side in this line. b. From the valve assembly that is now attached to the rear panel, connect the threaded fitting to the pump exhaust. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 10-7...
Port #1 of the valve. If this is a field installation, proper water sealants should be used to avoid any leakage into the instrument. Figure 10–8. Plumbing Diagram 10-8 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
Step 3 of this procedure and as shown in Figure 10–10. Figure 10–10. Connecting the Optics to the Optics Connector Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 10-9...
Use the following procedure for upgrade of the heater tube assembly. Heater Tube 1. The heater assembly needs to be revised for the 5030i SHARP to Assembly include a ferrite bead and a small faraday cage. The four steps shown below in Figure 10–11...
Figure 10–12. Connecting Heater to Optics Assembly Cover Model Label Use the following procedure for model label change. Change 1. Remove the 5014i label and replace with the new 5030i SHARP Label on the front panel Front Panel in accordance with Figure 10–13 below.
(i) normal wear and tear, (ii) accident, disaster or event of force majeure, (iii) misuse, fault or negligence of or by Buyer, (iv) use of the Products in a manner for which Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
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OR WRITTEN, WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCTS, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE. SELLER DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE PRODUCTS ARE ERROR-FREE OR WILL ACCOMPLISH ANY PARTICULAR RESULT. Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
Each command sent to the analyzer over the serial port must begin with the American Standard Code for Information Interchange (ASCII) symbol or Identification byte value equivalent to the instrument’s identification number plus 128. Number Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
Table B–1. The following example sends the incorrect command “set unit mg/m3” instead of the correct command “set conc unit mg/m3.” Send: set unit mg/m3 Receive: set unit mg/m3 bad cmd Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
Reports alpha count alarm maximum value B-14 alarm alpha count Reports alpha count alarm minimum value B-14 alarm amb rh max Reports/sets ambient relative humidity alarm maximum value B-14 Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
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Reports/sets instant PM concentration alarm minimum value B-18 alarm conc inst Reports/sets instant sharp concentration alarm maximum B-18 sharp max value alarm conc inst Reports/sets instant sharp concentration alarm minimum B-18 sharp min value Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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Reports/sets vacuum pressure alarm maximum value B-23 alarm vac pres min Reports/sets vacuum pressure alarm minimum value B-23 allow mode cmd Reports/sets the current “set” allow mode command B-55 Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
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Clears away only srecs that have been saved B-27 coef pm Reports/sets current PM coefficient B-39 coef sharp Reports/sets current SHARP coefficient B-38 conc unit Reports/sets current concentration units B-45 contrast Reports/sets current screen contrast B-51 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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Returns a brief description of the main operating conditions B-28 in the format specified in the commands erec Returns a snapshot of the main operating conditions B-28 (measurements and status) in the specified format erec format Reports/sets erec format B-30 Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
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Reports list of analog output, index numbers, and variables B-64 list var din Reports list of digital input, index numbers, and variables B-64 list var dout Reports list of digital output, index numbers, and variables B-64 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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Reports the nephelometer temperature sensor B-13 neph temp offset Reports/sets the nephelometer temperature sensor offset B-42 neph thermal coef Reports/sets the nephelometer thermal coefficient B-43 no of lrec Reports number of lrecs stored in memory B-32 Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
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Reports maximum number of srecs that can be stored B-31 srec per Reports/sets srec logging period B-31 stream per Reports/sets current time interval for streaming data B-33 stream time Reports/sets a time stamp to streaming data or not B-34 B-10 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
24 hours. It is then set to next 24 hours automatically. The following example sets the 24-hour averaging time to 17:50. Send: set avg24 time 17:50 Receive: set avg24 time 17:50 ok Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual B-11...
Send: neph Receive: neph 1.405E+01 μg/m3 neph 24avg This command reports the last calculated 24-hour average nephelometer concentration (which defaults to 9,999 μg/m if 24 hours has not passed). B-12 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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PM concentration is 14.1 mg/m Send: Receive: pm 1.410E+01 mg/m3 pm 24avg This command reports the 24 hour averaging PM concentration. The following example reports the 24 hour PM concentration value. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual B-13...
The following example sets the ambient relative humidity alarm maximum value to 55%. Send: set alarm amb rh max 55 Receive: set alarm amb rh max 55 ok B-14 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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This command reports the current status of the bench as FAIL or OK. The following example reports that the bench status is OK. Send: alarm bench status Receive: alarm bench status ok alarm beta count min alarm beta count max Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual B-15...
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The following example sets the average nephelometer concentration alarm maximum value to 10000 μg/m Send: set alarm conc avg neph max 10000 Receive: set alarm conc avg neph max 10000 ok B-16 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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These commands report the current 24-hour instant nephelometer concentration alarm minimum and maximum values setting. The following example reports that the instant nephelometer concentration minimum is 0 μg/m Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual B-17...
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These commands set the 24-hour instant SHARP concentration alarm minimum and maximum values to value, where value is a floating-point B-18 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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The following example sets the flow pressure alarm maximum value to 50.0 mmHg. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual B-19...
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This command reports the status of the nephelometer interface board as FAIL or OK. The following example reports that the nephelometer interface board status is OK. B-20 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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The following example sets the nephelometer relative humidity alarm maximum value to 95%. Send: set alarm neph rh min 95 Receive: set alarm neph rh min 95 ok Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual B-21...
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This command reports the board status of the detector as FAIL or OK. The following example reports that the detector board status is OK. Send: alarm status det Receive: alarm status det ok B-22 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
This command reports the current ambient temperature, in degrees C. The following example reports that the ambient temperature is 15 °C. Send: amb temp Receive: amb temp 15.0 degC Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual B-23...
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This command reports the diagnostic voltage measurements on the motherboard. The sequence of voltages is: Positive 24, positive 15, positive 5, positive 3.3, and negative 3.3. Each voltage value is separated by a space. B-24 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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Receive: flow temp 22.3 deg io bd This command reports the presence of the I/O expansion board (yes/no). The following example reports the I/O expansion board is present (yes). Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual B-25...
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This command reports the sample RH, in percent. The following example reports that the sample RH is 20%. Send: sample rh Receive: sample rh 20.0 % B-26 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
“sp field” command. The following example copies the current list in scratch pad into the lrecs list. Send: set copy sp to lrec Receive: set copy sp to lrec ok Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual B-27...
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= | 0 | 1 | 2 | : Output format (see “set erec format format” command) These commands return a snapshot of the main operating conditions (measurements and status) at the time the command is issued. The following example shows a typical response. B-28 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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: Reply termination format (see “set format format” command) y = | 0 | 1 | 2 | : Output format (see “set lrec/srec format format” command) aa = hours (01 to 23) Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual B-29...
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ASCII without text, ASCII with text, or binary. The following example shows the output format for lrecs is ASCII with text, according to Table B–3. Send: lrec format Receive: lrec format 1 B-30 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
241979. Memory allocation can be changed using the “malloc” command. Send: lrec mem size Receive: lrec mem size 241979 recs, 1075 blocks lrec per srec per Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual B-31...
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These commands report the number of lrec and srecs stored memory. The following example shows that 50 lrecs have been stored in the memory. Send: no of lrec Receive: no of lrec 50 recs B-32 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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This command sets the time interval between two consecutive streaming data strings to number value in seconds. The following example sets the number value to 10 seconds. Send: set stream per 10 Receive: set stream per 10 ok Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual B-33...
This command reports the current value of alpha threshold for the detector. The following example reports that the alpha threshold is 1220. Send: alpha th Receive: alpha th 1220 B-34 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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This command reports the current barometric mass coefficient. The following example reports that the barometric mass coefficient is 0.000540. Send: baro mass coef Receive: baro mass coef 0.000540 Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual B-35...
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500 ok bkg pm This command reports the current PM backgrounds. The following example reports that the PM background is 4 μg/m Send: bkg pm bkg pm 4.000E+00 g/m3 Receive: B-36 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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This command automatically sets the new value for flow span based on the corrected flow entered. The following example sets the new value for flow span based on the corrected flow to 17.2 LPM. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual B-37...
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This command sets the SHARP coefficient to user-defined values to value, where value is a floating-point representation of the coefficient. The following example sets the SHARP coefficient to 1.04. Send: set coef sharp 1.04 Receive: set coef sharp 1.04 ok B-38 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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This command reports offset for flow temperature, in degrees C. The following example reports that the flow temperature offset is 5 °C. Send: flow temp offset Receive: flow temp offset 5.0 degC Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual B-39...
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This command sets the thermal mass coefficient to user-defined values to value, where value is a floating-point representation of the coefficient. The following example sets the thermal mass coefficient to 20.5. B-40 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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250 ok neph reset bkg This command will reset all measured background values to zero. The following example sets this command. Send: set neph reset bkg Receive: set neph reset bkg ok Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual B-41...
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This command reports the nephelometer temperature offset set at the factory. The following example reports that the nephelometer temperature offset is 2.6 °C. Send: neph temp offset Receive: neph temp offset 2.6 degC B-42 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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This command reports the vacuum span for the detector at the time of calibration. The following example reports that the vacuum pressure span is 1.0. Send: vac pres span Receive: vac pres span 1.000 Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual B-43...
These commands retrieve the framebuffer data used for the display on the iSeries instrument. It is 19200 bytes in size, 2-bits per pixel, 4 pixels per byte arranged as 320 by 240 characters. The data is sent in RLE encoded B-44 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
This is an iSeries instrument. Screen information not available. conc unit Measurement This command reports the current concentration units (mg/m or μg/m Configuration The following example reports that the concentration units are set to mg/m Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual B-45...
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The following example sets the filter period to 10 hours. Send: set filter period 10 Receive: set filter period 10 ok B-46 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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The following example reports that the heater is RH threshold. Send: ht control Receive: ht control RH set ht control selection selection = | off | rh | temp | Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual B-47...
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This command reports whether pressure compensation is for actual or standard conditions. The following example shows the pressure compensation is standard. Send: pres comp Receive: pres comp std set pres comp selection selection = | act | std | B-48 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
PM range to 10 mg/m Send: set range 5 Receive: set range 5 ok Table B–5. Standard Ranges g/m Selection mg/m 1000 2000 3000 5000 10000 10.0 Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual B-49...
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This command reports the standard temperature. The following example reports that the standard temperature is 18 °C. Send: temp std Receive: temp std 18 degC B-50 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
This command sets the screen’s level of contrast, according to Table B–6. The following example sets the contrast level to 50%. Send: set contrast 10 Receive: set contrast 10 ok Table B–6. Contrast Levels Contrast Level Level Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual B-51...
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May 1, 2009. Send: set date 05-01-09 Receive: set date 05-01-09 ok set default params This command sets all the parameters to their default values. This does not affect the factory-calibrated parameters. B-52 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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This command reports the current time (24-hour format). The following example reports that the internal time is 2:15:30 pm. Send: time Receive: time 14:15:30 set time hh:mm:ss hh = hours mm = minutes ss = seconds Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual B-53...
Send: addr ip Receive: addr ip 192.168.1.200 set addr ip address This command sets the analyzer’s IP address, where address consists of four numbers ranging from 0-255 inclusive, separated by “.”. B-54 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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0; ignore the commands. The following example shows that the instrument is configured to ignore “set mode local” or “set mode remote” commands. Send: allow mode cmd Receive: allow mode cmd 0 Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual B-55...
(RS232/RS485). The following example reports that the current baud rate is 9600 baud. Send: baud Receive: baud 9600 set baud rate rate = | 1200 | 2400 | 4800 | 9600 | 19200 | 38400 | 57600 | 115200 | B-56 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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This command reports the current reply termination format. The following example shows that the reply format is 00, which means reply with no checksum, according to Table B–8. Send: format Receive: format 00 Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual B-57...
SHARP Particle Analyzer instrument id This command reports the instrument identification (ID). The following example reports the current setting of the instrument ID. Send: instrument id Receive: instrument id 14 B-58 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
0; power up in local/unlocked mode. The following example shows that the instrument is configured to power up in the remote/locked mode. Send: power up mode Receive: power up mode 1 Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual B-59...
This command sets the timezone string for the instrument for use with the NTP server, where string is a standard timezone string. Common strings are listed in the “Timezone” screen description in Chapter 3. Send: set tz EST+5EDT Receive: set tz EST+5EDT ok B-60 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
This command reports the analog voltage output channel range, where channel is between 1 and 6 inclusive, according to Table B–12. The following example reports that analog voltage output channel 2 is set to 3 (0-10 V). Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual B-61...
The following example sets the digital input channel 1 to 3 on a low-to-high transition. Send: set din 1 3 high Receive: set din 1 3 high ok B-62 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
Table B–13. Default Analog Output Channel Assignments D to A Function Range Voltage Output Voltage Output AVG PM Voltage Output Flow Voltage Output Ambient Temperature Voltage Output Flow Temperature Voltage Output Ambient Relative Humidity Current Output Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual B-63...
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Receive: list var aout index variable 0 none 1 pm 3 baro 4 vac 6 pflow 8 ambrt 9 srh 11 ambtemp 12 brdtemp 13 ftemp 15 stemp B-64 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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1 logic to normally open. Note If the command is sent without an appended relay number, then all the relays are assigned the set logic of normally open/closed. ▲ Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual B-65...
- parse a time specifier (2 bytes) D - parse a date specifier (3 bytes) i - ignore one 8-bit character (1 byte) e - parse a 24-bit floating point number (3 bytes: n/x) B-66 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
This is followed by an optional bitfield designator. The datum identified by the value source can be printed as a string 's', hexadecimal 'x', decimal 'd', floating point 'f', or binary 'b' number. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual B-67...
B- Indicates a button which pops up an input dialog prompting the user for a new value using the designated input format. The input format is specified from the 'B' through the subsequent semicolon. B-68 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
NO using a d.ddd format." The string entered by the user is used to construct the output command. If the user enters, for example, '1.234', the constructed command will be 'set no coef 1.234'. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual B-69...
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The background value is taken from the 7th element, and the precision specifier is taken from the 8th. If the asterisk were not present, it would indicate instead that 8 digits after the decimal point should be displayed. B-70 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
Number of Data bits : 7 or 8 Number of Stop bits : 1 or 2 Parity : None, Odd, or Even Data rate : 1200 to 115200 Baud (9600 is default) Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
0x0000 to 0xFFFF (Passed back in response) Protocol Identifier 2 Bytes 0x00 (MODBUS protocol) Length 2 Bytes 0x0000 to 0xFFFF (Number of following bytes) Unit Identifier 1 Byte 0x00 to 0xFF (Passed back in response) Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
The outputs in the response message are packed as one per bit of the data field. Status is indicated as 1 = Active (on) and 0 = Inactive (off). The LSB of the first data byte contains the output addressed in the query. The other Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
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*N = Quantity of Outputs / 8, if the remainder not equal to zero, then N=N+1 Error Response Function Code 1 Byte 0x01 or 0x02 Exception Code 1 Byte 01=Illegal Function, 02=Illegal Address, 03=Illegal Data, 04=Slave Device Failure Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
For each register, the first byte contains the high order bits and the second contains the low order bits. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
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No. of Registers Lo 0x04 Response Field Name (Hex) Function 0x03 Byte Count 0x06 Register Value Hi (10) 0x02 Register Value Lo (10) 0x2B Register Value Hi (11) 0x00 Register Value Lo (11) 0x00 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
▲ Note Coil status 1 indicates active state. ▲ Table C–1. Read Coils for 5030i Coil Number Status INVALID LOCAL/REMOTE SERVICE NOT USED GEN ALARM CONC ALARM INST ALARMS Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
NOT USED 11 & 12 FLOW PRES 13 & 14 NOT USED 15 & 16 AMB RH 17 & 18 SAMP RH 19 & 20 NOT USED 21 & 22 AMB TEMP Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
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NOT USED 79 & 80 NOT USED 81 & 82 NOT USED 83 & 84 SHARP 85 & 86 NOT USED 87 & 88 AVG SHARP 89 & 90 NOT USED C-10 Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
(0). ▲ Table C–3. Write Coils for 5030i Coil Number Action Triggered INVALID NOT USED NOT USED NOT USED AOUTS TO ZERO AOUTS TO FS Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual C-11...
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Number of Data bits : 7 or 8 Number of Stop bits : 1 or 2 Parity : None, Odd, or Even Data rate : 1200 to 115200 Baud (9600 is default) Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
If a command is terminated with <ETX>, then two additional characters <BCC> is attached after <ETX>. This is the block checksum. Block Checksum Characters <BCC> may be added to the command to prevent processing invalid commands. Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
<STX>ST<address><SP><control command><CR> <STX>ST<address><SP><control command><ETX><BCC> The <address> is optional, which means it can be left out completely. The <address>, if present, must match the Instrument Address. Additional space can be present after the <address>. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
<STX>, which is followed by the characters DA, and the <address> (if present) matches the Instrument Address, and the command is terminated with either <CR> with no checksum or <ETX>, followed by the correct checksum <BCC>. Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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For details on how to interpret the status bytes, refer to Table D–1 Table D–2 below. <SFKT>: is the space provided for future use for special function. It currently contains a string of ten 0’s, i.e. <0000000000>. Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
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Third Concentration=11.75 0000000<SP><CR> The attached concentrations are in the selected gas units. The measurements that are attached to the response, if not valid in a particular mode, will report a value of 0.0. Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...
(273K, 1013hPa) relative humidity value (%RH) sample relative humidity value (%RH) non filtered mass in μg or mg based on units selected reports “offline” in service mode, “online” if NOT in service mode Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual...
1=temp comp off pres comp off nephelometer coef factor establishes the RH target value establishes the temp target value norm-Pressure norm-Temp write parameters to EEPROM Table E–3. Control Commands for 5030i Command Description pump off Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual Thermo Fisher Scientific...