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Syclone Portable
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March 3, 2016
Revision: 10

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  • Page 1 Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer User Manual March 3, 2016 Revision: 10...
  • Page 2 SYSTEM OPERATION AND TO SATISFY THEMSELVES THAT THE SYSTEM IS PERFORMING CORRECTLY. RADCOMM ACCEPTS THAT IT IS THE RIGHT OF SUCH USERS TO BE PRIVY TO THIS INFORMATION. HOWEVER THIS DOCUMENTATION IS PROVIDED SOLELY FOR THE BENEFIT OF OWNERS OF THE SYCLONE PORTABLE DETECTOR AND DISSEMINATION OF THE DETAILED TECHNICAL INFORMATION PROVIDED MAY BE CONSIDERED AS LEGALLY CONTRAVENING THE NORMAL SUPPLIER/CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 Table of Contents 1.0 GENERAL SYSTEM DESCRIPTION ................1 SYCLONE HARDWARE ................1 SOFTWARE ................... 1 BASIC SYSTEM OPERATION ..............2 NORMAL OPERATION (PRIMARY MONITORING FUNCTIONS) ....4 SYSTEM FEATURES ................5 2.0 DETAILED OPERATION GUIDE ................... 7 JOYSTICK ....................
  • Page 4 Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 5.1.1 HIGH DOSE 5.1.2 NEUTRON ALARM 5.1.3 SEARCH ALARM 5.1.4 SEARCH - AUDIO 5.1.5 SEARCH MODE - DATA RECORDING 5.2 IDENTIFY ....................28 5.2.1 IDENTIFY DISPLAY 5.2.2 ANALYSIS DISPLAY 5.2.3 ANALYSIS MENU 5.2.3.1 LABEL SPECTRUM ............... 30 5.2.3.2 START MEASUREMENT ...............

  • Page 5: General System Description

    Thallium doped NaI crystal, combined with an integral high signal to noise ratio PMT, state-of-the-art electronics and embedded microcontroller firmware. The Syclone portable radiation detector has been designed to detect, find and identify specific and/or multiple isotopes from radioactive materials (even weak gamma sources) hidden from view. The unit has adjustable sensitivity levels and automatically adjusts to the background radiation, which helps prevent nuisance alarms.

  • Page 6: Basic System Operation

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 1.0 GENERAL SYSTEM DESCRIPTION managed with the powerful RadView Software. Primary features such as the selection and highlighting of R.O.I. details and Zoom In/Out of the gamma energy histogram can be easily performed. The RadView Software has all the necessary features that will meet the needs of virtually any user.

  • Page 7: March

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 1.0 GENERAL SYSTEM DESCRIPTION • The Screens SEARCH, IDENTIFY and NUCLIDE IDENTIFY have a navigation menu displayed (see Chapter 3.0) at the bottom of the screen to help the operator choose joystick control functions.

  • Page 8: Normal Operation (Primary Monitoring Functions)

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 1.0 GENERAL SYSTEM DESCRIPTION in use. It is important to condition new batteries, whether received with the system or purchased separately. To get reliable performance and full capacity out of the batteries throughout their life, it is important to let them fully discharge and then fully re-charge for 4 hours at least once every two months.

  • Page 9: System Features

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 1.0 GENERAL SYSTEM DESCRIPTION The SEARCH function displays the current DOSE RATE (in selectable units and quantities) as well as ACCUMULATED DOSE from the time the function was enabled. The dose meter is used to determine the relative hazard level and to assess handling requirements of a radioactive material.
  • Page 10 Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 1.0 GENERAL SYSTEM DESCRIPTION To charge the unit and connect to the PC to transfer data using the mini USB cable. h) BATTERIES - The Syclone requires manufacturers’ supplied lithium batteries. While rechargeable batteries are shipped fully charged, they will self-discharge with time when not in use.

  • Page 11: Detailed Operation Guide

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 2.0 DETAILED OPERATION GUIDE 2.0 DETAILED OPERATION GUIDE This section offers a detailed guide to system operation. The “AUTOMATIC” mode of operation is described in Chapter 3.0. The “SIMPLIFIED” mode of operation is described in Chapter 4.0...
  • Page 12 Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 2.0 DETAILED OPERATION GUIDE c) MODE SELECTION (See Section 2.3 for more information) The Syclone is delivered fully powered and in the MANUAL Mode, so that the customers’ technician can setup parameters specific to their usage. To change the...

  • Page 13: Switching Syclone Operational Modes

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 2.0 DETAILED OPERATION GUIDE h) CALIBRATION REQUIRED The Syclone spectrometer is a finely tuned instrument that provides accurate results when all components are functioning properly. In order for the Syclone to maintain its high level of accuracy, the instrument should be calibrated by a certified company every 12 months.

  • Page 14: Dose Rate Exceeds Thrsh

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 2.0 DETAILED OPERATION GUIDE this level it is recommended that users move away from the source of radiation to reduce the high radiation risk exposure. 2.4.1.3 DOSE RATE EXCEEDS THRSH! In the event when the Dose Rate exceeds the Dose Rate radiation alarm threshold, Syclone notifies the user with this message, red LED flashes, audio beeps and the unit vibrates.

  • Page 15: Stabilization Required

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 2.0 DETAILED OPERATION GUIDE 2.4.3.2 STABILIZATION REQUIRED! User can go to CONFIGURATION menu to stabilize the unit or follow the instruction on the screen. 2.4.3.3 CALIBRATION REQUIRED! The Syclone spectrometer is a finely tuned instrument that provides accurate results when all components are functioning properly.

  • Page 16: Stabilization Settings

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 2.0 DETAILED OPERATION GUIDE The data is described as follows: PEAK – this is the peak channel of the centroid of the accumulated spectrum. The correct final channel for CESIUM stabilization is channel 219.8.

  • Page 17: Stabilization Off And Cannot Stabilize

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 2.0 DETAILED OPERATION GUIDE outside this temperature range, the following screen will be displayed. 07/ / / / 08 08/ / / / 2011 2011 2011 2011 STABILIZE STABILIZE STABILIZE STABILIZE 16:56:50 TEMPERATURE EXCEEDS THE...

  • Page 18: Connections

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 2.0 DETAILED OPERATION GUIDE IT IS EXTREMELY IMPORTANT THAT STABILIZATION BE CARRIED OUT AS REQUIRED. AFTER LOADING DEFAULT PARAMETERS - THE ACT OF STABILIZATION SETS ALL THE SYSTEM COMPUTATIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR CARRYING OUT THE IDENTIFY FUNCTION. WITHOUT THIS STABILIZATION SERIOUS DATA ANALYSIS ERRORS WILL OCCUR! SEE THE FOLLOWING SECTIONS FOR DETAILS ON OTHER FUNCTIONS.

  • Page 19: Automatic Mode Operation

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 3.0 AUTOMATIC MODE OPERATION 3.0 AUTOMATIC MODE OPERATION The Automatic Mode delivers a two step operation: • SEARCH (see Section 3.3.1) – automatically begins when the Syclone is turned ON. • IDENTIFY (see Section 3.3.2) –...
  • Page 20 Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 3.0 AUTOMATIC MODE OPERATION SEARCH: IDENTIFY: NUCLIDE IDENT: The Navigation Menus are located on the right for the SEARCH function and across the bottom of the screens in the Identify and Nuclide Identify with the joystick functions described below:...

  • Page 21: Startup Displays

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 3.0 AUTOMATIC MODE OPERATION SYCLONE SYCLONE SYCLONE SYCLONE STARTUP DISPLAYS Pull the joystick down to turn the unit ON and various displays RADCOMM SYSTEMS CORP RADCOMM SYSTEMS CORP RADCOMM SYSTEMS CORP RADCOMM SYSTEMS CORP..

  • Page 22: Search

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 3.0 AUTOMATIC MODE OPERATION seconds) then automatically analyses it and advises the user of the details of any radioactive material(s) found. 3.3.1 SEARCH This function is used to search for radioactive material(s). When the unit is turned ON in the AUTOMATIC Mode, the display shows the SEARCH display (see Figure).

  • Page 23: High Dose

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 3.0 AUTOMATIC MODE OPERATION thresholds are: OFF, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200, 500, 1000, 2000, 4000, 5000, 9000 µR/h (linked to units). Note: The lower Dose Rate bar graph also shows that the Dose rate is at or above the preset limit.

  • Page 24: Results

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 3.0 AUTOMATIC MODE OPERATION should be held in a fixed position to enable a proper sample to be taken. Alternate displays in information line are: MOVE CLOSER – means that the signal is very weak so if possible the user should move the unit closer to the suspect source of radiation.

  • Page 25: Power Off - Manual

    Threshold. These all may indicate the presence of an SHIELDED SOURCE. Note: If the isotope cannot be identified, retrieve the stored spectrum and follow your predefined operating protocol, or call the RadComm Help desk (see Appendix Z) who will direct the call to the appropriate person for further analysis.

  • Page 26: Backlight

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 3.0 AUTOMATIC MODE OPERATION BACKLIGHT The BACKLIGHT function is built into the Syclone so that the display may be viewed in low ambient light conditions. BACKLIGHT is enabled for constant use. RadComm – Proprietary...

  • Page 27: Simplified Mode Operation

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 4.0 SIMPLIFIED MODE OPERATION 4.0 SIMPLIFIED MODE OPERATION The SIMPLIFIED Mode delivers a one-step operation: SEARCH + Identify: – automatically begins when the Syclone is turned ON. A typical Screening Test can be performed as follows: 1.

  • Page 28: System Use - Simplified Mode

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 4.0 SIMPLIFIED MODE OPERATION SYSTEM USE – SIMPLIFIED MODE This Syclone automatically begins the SEARCH function, scanning for radioactive material(s). (see Figure) If the Stab Mode is set to OFF, the screen on the left will be shown.

  • Page 29: Manual Mode

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 5.0 MANUAL MODE 5.0 MANUAL MODE This Manual is arranged in the same order as the Main Menu as follows: • Chapter 5.1 – SEARCH • Chapter 5.2 – IDENTIFY • Chapter 5.3 – STABILIZE •...

  • Page 30: Search

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 5.0 MANUAL MODE 5.1 SEARCH SEARCH MODE: Select the menu item then ENTER to activate – Figure as displayed. SEARCH - Shows that the system is in the SEARCH mode. battery icon displaying battery status.

  • Page 31: Neutron Alarm

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 5.0 MANUAL MODE 07/ / / / 08 08/ / / / 2011 2011 2011 2011 SEARCH SEARCH SEARCH SEARCH If the level is exceeded a distinctive audio 16:56:50 warning tone occurs and the display changes.

  • Page 32: Search Mode - Data Recording

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 5.0 MANUAL MODE The SYCLONE scans the incoming data at a 5 TIMES per SECOND – and converts the radiation field into a mode that changes the frequency of the audio tone to reflect the radiation field intensity.

  • Page 33: Identify Display

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 5.0 MANUAL MODE Note: Section 5.2.1covers instrument behavior if IDENTIFY is started from the MAIN MENU. Section 5.2.2 covers the ANALYSIS Mode of operation. 5.2.1 IDENTIFY DISPLAY Once the location of the source is detected the user can attempt to identify the type of source by switching to the IDENTIFY function.

  • Page 34: Analysis Menu

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 5.0 MANUAL MODE This display shows any Nuclides that have been identified in 3 columns: TYPE – the Nuclides in the library are divided into 4 categories INDustrial, SNM (Special Nuclear Materials), MEDical and NOR(M).

  • Page 35: Start Measurement

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 5.0 MANUAL MODE 5.2.3.2 START MEASUREMENT This option allows the user to take another spectrum sample without having to go back to the Main Menu and selecting IDENTIFY again. If this option is selected the IDENTIFY sampling screen...

  • Page 36: Peak Analysis

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 5.0 MANUAL MODE quickly. The cursor will move in the direction of the joystick click. The cursor position as per the sample figure shows the cursor energy (KEV), cursor CH, cursor CTS, cursor position (CH) for the current ROI. Moving the cursor will show the regions of interest as per the setup parameters.

  • Page 37: Nuclide List

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 5.0 MANUAL MODE 5.2.3.5.1 NUCLIDE LIST If this mode is activated then a new Nuclide Identification analysis of the selected spectrum is carried out. The display shows the NUCLIDE LIST screen as displayed. Note that this display is a more complex version of the previous NUCLIDE IDENT display as this secondary display is intended to show a higher level of detail for further user analysis.

  • Page 38: Stabilize

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 5.0 MANUAL MODE In CONFIGURE (see Chapter 5.5.3.3) special parameters are used to optimize Neutron performance. MAIN MENU Exits back to the Main Menu. STABILIZE For details regarding stabilization, see Chapter 2.5. MEMORY STORAGE If Data Memory is selected a new menu appears: 5.4.1 STATUS...

  • Page 39: Erase

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 5.0 MANUAL MODE 498 spectra). STORAGE – The bar graphs show how much of the storage space is available. 5.4.2 ERASE WARNING: Users Are Warned That Erased Data Cannot Be Recovered! Selecting this function produces a new display. The...

  • Page 40: Configure

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 5.0 MANUAL MODE If no data is available the screen will show MEMORY IS EMPTY. 5.5 CONFIGURE The Configure Menu permits a qualified technician to setup the required operating parameters. If this item is selected from the MAIN MENU this display is seen.
  • Page 41 Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 5.0 MANUAL MODE second selection is advisable if the unit is being used in a continuous search mode and numeric data is required. Note: The Audio response is NOT affected by this time selection as it is updated at a fixed 5 times/second rate.

  • Page 42: Stabilize

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 5.0 MANUAL MODE OFF: This selection switches the audio meter OFF to disable the audio search mode. e) ALARM THRESHOLD: selections are , 100, 200,250, 300, 350, 400, 450, 500, 600, 700, 1K, 2K, 5K, 9Kcps This selects a specified ALARM THRESHOLD LEVEL.

  • Page 43: Identify

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 5.0 MANUAL MODE whose characteristics are not listed in the system library. 12H, – if either of these parameters is selected, it means that either 12 hours (12H) or 24 hours (24H) after starting the Syclone – a message will appear on the Syclone display requiring system stabilization.
  • Page 44 SHIELDED SOURCE. Note: If the isotope cannot be identified, retrieve the stored spectrum and follow your predefined operating protocol, or call the RadComm Help desk (see Appendix who will direct the call to the appropriate person for further analysis.

  • Page 45: Nai

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 5.0 MANUAL MODE very significantly improved with very little down side. 5.5.3.2 NaI The selections are: a) MEASURING TIME – sets the sample time in seconds acquiring Sodium-Iodide spectrum in the IDENTIFY mode– selections...
  • Page 46 Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 5.0 MANUAL MODE 10% Dead-Time = a DOSE Rate for Cs-137 of approx. 0.5mR/h = a count rate of approx. 5000cps in the Search mode The LIVE-TIME data is what is important and it is used to correct the data for the “lost”...

  • Page 47: Neutron

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 5.0 MANUAL MODE 5.5.3.3 NEUTRON This sets the parameters for the Neutron detector: a) ALARM THRESHOLD – Sets the neutron alarm threshold in SEARCH AND IDENTIFY Mode. Selections are: OFF, 1, 2, , 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 20, 50, and 100 In the SEARCH Mode.

  • Page 48: Date And Time

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 5.0 MANUAL MODE • - OFF, 10, 20, U, 100, 200, 500, 1000, 2000, 4000, 5000, 9000 µR/h • - OFF, 0.1, 0.2, 0.5, 1.0, 2.0, 5.0, 10.0, 20.0, 40.0, 50.0, 90.0 µSv/h •...
  • Page 49 MEDICAL and USER are optional. Note: The libraries have been selected as optimum for the different applications. However some users have special requirements and require a special library. Contact RadComm for Product Support Information concerning the development of USER Libraries (SEE Appendix The Syclone is shipped with the STANDARD Library as the Default Library.

  • Page 50: Information

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 5.0 MANUAL MODE 5.6 INFORMATION INFORMATION SCREEN The Information Screen appears when it is chosen from the Main Menu. 5.6.1 LIBRARY Selection of this option displays the nuclides in 07/ / / / 08...

  • Page 51: Syclone Specifications

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 6.0 SYCLONE SPECIFICATIONS 6.0 SYCLONE SPECIFICATIONS Note: System Specifications are subject to change without notice. DETECTORS GAMMA Detector a) Gamma NaI – Size 1.5” (38mm) x 2” (51mm). Energy Resolution 7.0% or better for 662 KeV b) Geiger Mueller –...
  • Page 52 Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 6.0 SYCLONE SPECIFICATIONS DATA OUTPUT Type: USB or Bluetooth (optional). Format: Binary data in packets USER INTERFACE Control: Single Multifunction Joystick (All functions and features) Display Type: TFT Color LCD, QVGA (320 x 240 resolution) Display Viewing Area: 3.5”...
  • Page 53 Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 6.0 SYCLONE SPECIFICATIONS Standard: - PVC Transportation Case - USB Communication Cable - Cs137 0.25µCi Test Source - 5 VDC universal AC/DC Power Adaptor - Certificate of Calibration - USB with RadView Software and user manual - Protective rubber boot RadComm –...

  • Page 54: Appendix A - Using Isotope Libraries

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 APPENDIX A – using isotope libraries APPENDIX A – USING ISOTOPE LIBRARIES While the STANDARD library is the default library when RadView Software is installed, other libraries can be used to analyze the spectra downloaded from the Syclone. This enables the user to re-analyze the spectra with the same library as used in the Syclone, or with a different library, thus providing an additional tool in assessing unknown spectral features.

  • Page 55: Appendix B - Nuclide Libraries

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 APPENDIX B – NUCLIDE LIBRARIES APPENDIX B – NUCLIDE LIBRARIES The current list of nuclides in the Standard Library are: Name Label Am-241 Americium-241 Ba-133 Barium-133 Co-57 Cobalt-57 Co-60 Cobalt-60 Cs-134 Cesium-134 Cs-137 Cesium-137...
  • Page 56 W-188 Tungsten-188 Note: Currently RadComm has no plans to permit users to modify the libraries as library development is so complex that modifications can easily unbalance the analysis capability of the system and significantly degrade its performance. However we will readily work with users to develop an appropriate library to fulfill their special requirements.

  • Page 57: Appendix C - Recommended Parameters

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 APPENDIX C – RECOMMENDED PARAMETERS APPENDIX C – RECOMMENDED PARAMETERS SETUP PARAMETER DEFAULT SELECTION MENU DATA TRANSFER OFF, MEM, PC SEARCH SPAN TIME 1, 2,3 -10, 20,30-60 secs GRAPH SCALE AUTO AUTO, 64, 128, 256, 512, 1K, 2K, 4K, 8K, 16K, 32K,...

  • Page 58: Appendix D - Quick Start - Automatic Mode

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 APPENDIX D – QUICK START – AUTOMATIC MODE APPENDIX D – QUICK START – AUTOMATIC MODE The Syclone automatically turns on when the joystick is pulled down. A (0.25µCi (9.25kBq)) Cs-137 stabilization source is supplied with the unit and is used as directed when the unit requires stabilization.
  • Page 59 Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 APPENDIX D – QUICK START – AUTOMATIC MODE a. To get a good sample, position the Syclone at the highest point of radioactivity found by SEARCH, or follow the MOVE CLOSER /MOVE AWAY instructions.
  • Page 60 Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 APPENDIX D – QUICK START – AUTOMATIC MODE NAVIGATION MENUS Navigation Menus have been embedded in the system screens (Automatic Mode only). SEARCH: IDENTIFY: NUCLIDE IDENT: The Navigation Menus are located on the right for the SEARCH function and across the bottom of...

  • Page 61: Appendix E - Quick Start - Manual Mode

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 APPENDIX E – QUICK START – MANUAL MODE APPENDIX E – QUICK START – MANUAL MODE The steps below illustrate the process involved when using the Manual Mode: Note: Ensure batteries are properly recharged.
  • Page 62 Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 APPENDIX E – QUICK START – MANUAL MODE a. The User sweeps the area with the Syclone in a slow steady manner listening for an audio tone and when practical glancing at the display for evidence of a source.
  • Page 63 Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 APPENDIX E – QUICK START – MANUAL MODE Isotope and displays the results in the NUCLIDE IDENTIFY page. When the NUCLIDE IDENTIFY Result (see Figure) is displayed, the audio beeps only once to remind the user that the data result is ready.

  • Page 64: Appendix F - Safe Handling Of Check Sources

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 APPENDIX F – SAFE HANDLING OF CHECK SOURCES APPENDIX F – SAFE HANDLING OF CHECK SOURCES External Check Sources: • Licensing Requirements: Radioactive material contained in this device is exempt from USNRC or US Agreement State licensing requirements. It is also exempt in most countries around the world.

  • Page 65: Appendix G - Optional Gps And Bluetooth Feature

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 APPENDIX G – OPTIONAL GPS AND BLUETOOTH FEATURE APPENDIX G – OPTIONAL GPS AND BLUETOOTH FEATURE To activate the optional GPS and Bluetooth features, select Configure from the Main Menu, then select Miscellaneous. The GPS feature allows the user to log GPS coordinates into scans. The Bluetooth feature allows the Syclone to be connected wirelessly to a PC via Bluetooth for data upload.

  • Page 66: Appendix H - Optional External Battery Pack

    Syclone Portable Gamma-Ray Spectrometer, Revision 10 APPENDIX H – OPTIONAL EXTERNAL BATTERY PACK APPENDIX H – OPTIONAL EXTERNAL BATTERY PACK The optional battery pack provides backup battery power to the Syclone. It is connected via USB cable to the Syclones USB connector, and is attached to the unit as shown below. The battery is 6000 mAh, IP65 rated water protection and dustproof.

  • Page 67: Appendix Z - Warranty

    APPENDIX Z – WARRANTY RadComm WARRANTY RadComm warrants the product to be free of defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase. The warranty does not cover consumables or damage caused by improper use or unauthorized repairs.

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