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To Buy: Visit www.sylvane.com or call (800) 934-9194 For Product Support: Contact IQAir at 1 (877) 715-4247 User Manual ParticleScan ™ ParticleScan ™...
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Important Safety Information Important Safety Information Class 1 Laser Product This product incorporates a Class 1 laser diode based sensor as defined in 21 CFR, Subchapter J, of the Health and Safety Act of 1998 and applies when the instrument is used under normal operating conditions and during maintenance procedures.
Table of Contents Table of Contents page Important Safety Instructions Chapter 1 – About Particle Counting How do Particle Counters Work? The Two ParticleScan Models Data Logging Options Chapter 2 – The ParticleScan Kit Unpacking and Initial Inspection Packing List Chapter 3 –...
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Table of Contents Table of Contents page Chapter 7 – Computer Connectivity Features Computer Connectivity Options 7.2.1 Via a Network 7.2.2 Via a Crossover Connection 7.2.3 Via USB 7.2.4 USB Driver Installation 7.2.5 ParticleScan USB Software for PC Installation 7.2.6 Starting the ParticleScan USB Software for PC Accessing the ParticleScan via the Web Browser The ParticleScan Control Window...
This model is designed for cleanroom use, featuring a 0.1 cfm sampling rate and a HEPA filter for the exhaust air. The higher flow rate of the ParticleScan CR permits statistically significant results even if the particle concentration is low and the measurement time is short.
Chapter 2 – The ParticleScan Kit Chapter 2 – The ParticleScan Kit Unpacking and Initial Inspection Each ParticleScan device has been thoroughly inspected and tested by the manufacturer and is ready for use. Prior to use, please read this instruction manual. Upon receipt, inspect the shipping carton for damage.
Chapter 3 – Getting to Know the ParticleScan Chapter 3 – Getting to Know the ParticleScan The ParticleScan Unit Isokinetic probe Tygon tube Ethernet port (RJ-45) Intake nozzle Charging LEDs Power socket USB port (Mini-B) Calibration date sticker Display Particle Size Indicators Cumulative Count Ranges Differential Count...
Chapter 3 – Getting to Know the ParticleScan ParticleScan Features Isokinetic probe The isokinetic probe with the Tygon tube piece allows uniform low turbulence sampling of ambient air. It is also necessary for proportional sampling of particles of all sizes. Intake nozzle The intake nozzle is covered during shipping with a protective red plastic cap, which is designed to keep small objects from entering into the sampling chamber.
Chapter 4 – Taking Measurements with the ParticleScan Chapter 4 – Taking Measurements with the ParticleScan Preparing the ParticleScan for Use To prepare your ParticleScan for use, simply follow these steps: Remove the red protective cap from the intake nozzle. Take the isokinetic probe and attach it with the tubing end to the intake nozzle.
Chapter 5 – Adjusting Settings in the Menu Chapter 5 – Adjusting Settings in the Menu The ParticleScan Pro/CR has 14 menus which allow the user to set a range of parameters. To access these menus, press the MENU key one to 14 times. To fast exit a menu at any time and get back to the measurement screen, you may press the SAMPLE key at any time.
Chapter 5 – Adjusting Settings in the Menu Sample Time Menu [SAti] The Sample Time Menu allows the user to select the sampling period (in terms of seconds) for particle sampling. The default setting is 6 seconds, which means that the ParticleScan will sample and display a new particle concentration measurement after 6 seconds.The minimum time period that can be set is 1 second and the maximum update period is 600 seconds (10 minutes).
Chapter 5 – Adjusting Settings in the Menu 5.10 Time Menu [t] The Time Menu allows the user to set the current time inside the ParticleScan. The ParticleScan uses a 24 hour clock format. The internal clock is used to time stamp logged measurements. It is also used for the automatic timer function. To set the time, press the MENU key until the display menu that starts with [t] is shown.
The Battery Your ParticleScan is equipped with a internal Ni-MH (Nickel-Metal Hydride) rechargeable battery pack. Fully charged, the ParticleScan Pro will run continuously for up to five hours and the ParticleScan CR will run continuously for up to four hours.
Chapter 7 – Computer Connectivity Chapter 7 – Computer Connectivity Features The ParticleScan Pro/CR features a built-in Ethernet port (RJ-45) and USB port (Mini-B). The connection of a ParticleScan to a computer or network allows to control the ParticleScan via a Java interface on the computer.
Chapter 7 – Computer Connectivity 7.2.3 Via USB System requirements: Windows XP/Vista Software requirements: ParticleScan USB Connection Software and ParticleScan USB drivers (supplied on CD) Hardware: Computer with USB port, USB cable (supplied) The USB connection of the ParticleScan is only supported for Windows XP/Vista computers.
Chapter 7 – Computer Connectivity Leave the selection on <Install the software auto- Click <Finish>. All required drivers are now installed. matically> and press <Next>. 7.2.5 ParticleScan USB Utility Software for PC Installation To view and transfer data between the computer and the ParticleScan, the ParticleScan USB Utility Software needs Double-click on the <PScan_USB_setup>...
Chapter 7 – Computer Connectivity 7.2.6 Starting the ParticleScan USB Software for PC Ensure that the ParticleScan is connected to the computer via a USB cable. Switch your ParticleScan on by pressing the ON/OFF key for two seconds. Start your ParticleScan USB Software for PC by a simple double-click on the ParticleScan icon on your desktop.
Chapter 7 – Computer Connectivity Accessing the ParticleScan via the Web Browser Open your web browser and enter the IP address of your ParticleScan (e.g. http://192.168.100.14). The IP address of your ParticleScan can be determined by going into the IP Menu (see Chapter 5.13). When the Security Window appears, click <Always>.
Chapter 7 – Computer Connectivity The ParticleScan Control Window The ParticleScan control window which can be reached via a web browser connection or a ParticleScan USB software connection has numerous remote control and data logging features. 7.4.1 Start/Stop Measurements To manually start or stop a measurement, click on the <Start>...
Chapter 7 – Computer Connectivity Setting the Time & Date The <Time & Date> section shows the current time and date as set in the ParticleScan. To change the time, double-click on the hour, minutes or seconds and use the arrows to adjust. To save your selection to the ParticleScan, press the <Save>...
Chapter 7 – Computer Connectivity Scheduling Regular Measurements To take measurements at regular intervals, choose the interval and the sample time per interval. If you would like to take a measurement every hour for 5 minutes, for example, enter <1> and <hour> in the top row of the window and <5>...
Chapter 7 – Computer Connectivity Data Logging The Data Logging window allows to activate data logging to two different physical locations: • <Log to Computer> will log the measurement data of the ParticleScan automatically to the Log to Computer window. The maximum number of measurements logged to computer is limited only by the hard disk space on the computer.
Chapter 7 – Computer Connectivity 7.8.3 Data Logging to ParticleScan Memory To log measurement data to the ParticleScan’s internal memory, select <Log to ParticleScan memory>. If a measurement is in progress, the next measurement update will be logged to the ParticleScan’s internal memory.
Chapter 7 – Computer Connectivity 7.8.6 Printing Logged Data To print logged data directly from the logged data window, press the <Print> button. Note: The data will be printed in exactly the format that you see in the logging window. Ensure before clicking <Print> that the Measurement Units (Concentration Units) and the Count Type are set as desired.
Chapter 7 – Computer Connectivity 7.8.8 Importing a ParticleScan Data File into Excel The CSV data file that can be saved from the data logging window (see Chapter 7.8.7) can be opened and formatted in any common spreadsheet program. To make things easy, the ParticleScan CD contains an Excel Data Import Sheet that already contains convenient data import and formatting functions.
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Chapter 7 – Computer Connectivity Your data is now automatically imported into the data sheet. The graph sheets give you a visual timeline for your logged data. The Alarm sheet allows you to set alarm particle threshold levels. The values need to be selected before data is imported.
Warning: Tampering or opening the ParticleScan device may result in exposure to invisible laser radiation that can cause severe eye injuries. Service and repairs on the ParticleScan must only be undertaken by IQAir or Incen. Tampering with the warranty seal on the ParticleScan will void the warranty.
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