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- Page 1 INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE RADIATION DETECTION SYSTEM D-tect Systems Group Visionary Products Inc. 11814 South Election Road, Suite 200 Draper, UT 84020 www.dtectsystems.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Box Contents ........................... 5 Software Options ........................6 DX-View Software ......................6 DX-Dashboard and DX-Dashboard Setup Tool ............. 6 Maximizing Battery Life ......................6 Recharging the MiniRad-DX ....................6 Startup ............................7 Operation ..........................8 Communication Icons ..................... 9 Graph Screen ......................... 10 Main Menu Screen ...................... -
Page 3: Introduction
The MiniRad-DX is a handheld security and inspection device that detects emissions from radioactive material. The MiniRad-DX system can operate as a stand-alone detector or as the roving detection part of a larger MiniRad-DX and Rad-DX network for monitoring a building or facility. -
Page 4: Getting Started Guides
Autologging – every time a MiniRad-DX comes within range of its DX network it will upload time, position, and alarm data –no user interaction required Getting Started Guides Additional documentation, such as Getting Started, Installation, and Quick Start Guides, is available to help you setup your MiniRad-DX network of detectors. -
Page 5: Box Contents
Box Contents Figure 1: MiniRad-DX Handheld Radiation Detector Other hardware components packaged with each MiniRad-DX include: Mini USB Cable Holster USB Power Adapter Table 1: Additional MiniRad-DX Hardware Document Number: V024944_03_Mini_Rad-DX_Manual Date: 1/19/2015 Page: 5 of 28 ... -
Page 6: Software Options
MiniRad-DX. Recharging the MiniRad-DX The MiniRad-DX is recharged through a USB connection. Either a USB port on a PC or a USB wall charger can be used to recharge the MiniRad-DX. Document Number:... -
Page 7: Startup
Startup To power on your MiniRad-DX, press and hold the power button for about 1 second. The first screen to appear is the Home screen. Use the buttons located below the front LCD screen to navigate through the available menu screens. -
Page 8: Operation
Operation The MiniRad-DX can operate in a stand-alone mode with information displayed directly on the device’s front and top screens. Options for the MiniRad-DX, such as screen brightness, screen sleep timers, and radiation units, can be set up using the following process: 1. -
Page 9: Communication Icons
This icon will change to a battery symbol with a lightning bolt when the MiniRad-DX is plugged into a USB port. This indicates that the device is charging. When 20% or less of the battery is remaining the icon will change to red indicating a low battery. -
Page 10: Graph Screen
Value at Top of Graph Graph Window Figure 5: Front Screen Graph Document Number: V024944_03_Mini_Rad-DX_Manual Date: 1/19/2015 Page: 10 of 28 D-tect Systems 11814 South Election Rd. Suite 200, Draper, UT 84020 (801) 495-2310 FAX (801) 495-2255... -
Page 11: Main Menu Screen
Figure 6: Menu Screen Document Number: V024944_03_Mini_Rad-DX_Manual Date: 1/19/2015 Page: 11 of 28 D-tect Systems 11814 South Election Rd. Suite 200, Draper, UT 84020 (801) 495-2310 FAX (801) 495-2255... -
Page 12: Device Menu
CPS, µSv/hr mrem/hr Mesh Enable On, Off Figure 7: Device Menu Document Number: V024944_03_Mini_Rad-DX_Manual Date: 1/19/2015 Page: 12 of 28 D-tect Systems 11814 South Election Rd. Suite 200, Draper, UT 84020 (801) 495-2310 FAX (801) 495-2255... -
Page 13: Gps Menu
Parameter Range Default Value GPS Enable On, Off Figure 8: GPS Menu Document Number: V024944_03_Mini_Rad-DX_Manual Date: 1/19/2015 Page: 13 of 28 D-tect Systems 11814 South Election Rd. Suite 200, Draper, UT 84020 (801) 495-2310 FAX (801) 495-2255... -
Page 14: Alerts Menu
8.6 Alerts Menu When the MiniRad-DX senses gamma or x-ray radiation the front LCD screen will display the alarm level and dose rate, the top screen will display either the dose rate or a 0-9 alarm level depending on configuration, and the sound and vibration alarms will also activate. -
Page 15: Accumulative Dose
Press the power button in this view to reset the dose counter. Figure 12: Reset Dose Document Number: V024944_03_Mini_Rad-DX_Manual Date: 1/19/2015 Page: 15 of 28 D-tect Systems 11814 South Election Rd. Suite 200, Draper, UT 84020 (801) 495-2310 FAX (801) 495-2255... -
Page 16: Alarm Options
Figure 13: Home Screen with Alarm Triggered 8.6.3 Setting Alarm Levels Alarm levels can be set on the MiniRad-DX using either the DX-View or DX-Dashboard software. Both are secured by password and prevent unauthorized modification of the alarm levels. -
Page 17: Optional 1 - 9 Top Display
0.65 0.35 Figure 15: Optional 1 - 9 Alarm Level Default Settings Document Number: V024944_03_Mini_Rad-DX_Manual Date: 1/19/2015 Page: 17 of 28 D-tect Systems 11814 South Election Rd. Suite 200, Draper, UT 84020 (801) 495-2310 FAX (801) 495-2255... -
Page 18: Display Menu
MiniRad-DX can operate between charges. 8.7.1 Date & Time Settings The default time setting for the MiniRad-DX is GMT (Greenwich Mean Time). Use the DX- View software to set the date and to set the desired time zone. -
Page 19: Sleep Modes
Enabling sleep modes allows for the device to function longer between charges. For example, say that a security guard is carrying a MiniRad-DX with them on their rounds through the building. Typical use would have them wearing the device on their belt. To preserve battery life, the front screen could be set to 1 minute of inactivity before shutting off and the top screen could be set to never sleep. -
Page 20: Effective Center Of Detector
Effective Center of Detector The target symbol on the back label of the MiniRad-DX represents the most sensitive portion of the detector, which is also referred to as the effective center of detection. Always point the back of the detector toward the material or item you are measuring or scanning. -
Page 21: Usb Port
USB power adapter into an electrical outlet to charge the internal battery. Connect the USB cable to the MiniRad-DX and to your PC running the DX- View software to configure and set alarm settings on the MiniRad-DX. -
Page 22: Pc Connection And Network
Rad-DX family. It also allows the detectors to be monitored via smartphone, tablet, or PC. Setting up your MiniRad-DX unit within the Cloud Network will require a PC with an internet connection and at least one Rad-DX to communicate Ethernet or WiFi with the D-tect Cloud network. - Page 23 (on a PC, tablet, or smart phone) is shown below. Figure 22: Rad-DX Device Network Example Document Number: V024944_03_Mini_Rad-DX_Manual Date: 1/19/2015 Page: 23 of 28 D-tect Systems 11814 South Election Rd. Suite 200, Draper, UT 84020 (801) 495-2310 FAX (801) 495-2255...
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Page 24: Specifications
(1) Battery life testing was completed with GPS and SensorNet radio turned off. Enabling these features will reduce actual battery life. (2) The MiniRad-DX uses a built-in rechargeable battery that, due to safety concerns, is not replaceable. Therefore D-tect claims an exemption from ANSI 42.32 Section 5.15.1. -
Page 25: Compliance Requirements
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Document Number: V024944_03_Mini_Rad-DX_Manual Date: 1/19/2015 Page: 25 of 28 D-tect Systems 11814 South Election Rd. Suite 200, Draper, UT 84020 (801) 495-2310 FAX (801) 495-2255... -
Page 26: Technical Support
For any technical questions you are encouraged to contact your distributor, or you may also contact us directly. Phone: 801-260-4000 Email: techsupport@dtectsystems.com Document Number: V024944_03_Mini_Rad-DX_Manual Date: 1/19/2015 Page: 26 of 28 D-tect Systems 11814 South Election Rd. Suite 200, Draper, UT 84020 (801) 495-2310 FAX (801) 495-2255... -
Page 27: Warranty For D-Tect System Products
D-tect Systems. If D-tect Systems agrees to perform services requested and approved by the customer that are not included in either the Limited or Extended Warranty, these services will be billed to the customer at D-tect Systems’ standard prices and terms. - Page 28 . Patent and Software Provisions D-tect Systems will defend at its own expense, any suit brought against you to the extent that it is based on a claim that the Products infringe a United States patent. D-tect Systems will pay those costs and damages finally awarded against you in any such suit which is attributable to any such claim.
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