HazSim Pro 2.0 User Manual

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HazSim Pro 2.0 User Manual 
10.18.2019 V2.1 
 
 
 
HazSim LLC 
PO Box 3642  
Palos Verdes, CA 90274 
310-997-9030 
 

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  • Page 1        HazSim Pro 2.0 User Manual  10.18.2019 V2.1    ─     HazSim LLC  PO Box 3642   Palos Verdes, CA 90274  310-997-9030    0 ...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Startup Sequence  2.1.1. HazSim LAN  2.1.2. HazSim Server  2.1.3. HazSim Handheld  2.2. Turning Off the System  2.3. Charging the HazSim Handheld  Operating the System  3.1. Selecting a Meter  3.2. Controlling the Meter  3.3. Asking Questions  Advanced Features  4.1. Editing Alarms ...
  • Page 3: Overview

      1. Overview  The HazSim Pro 2.0 system is made up of three main parts. The server, the LAN, and the  Hazsim handheld. The system is contained with all accessory cords and a confined space  probe in a Pelican case. ...
  • Page 4: Hazsim Lan

    The HazSim device, once connected to the server via the LAN, can become any meter  chosen by the instructor on the server. The HazSim has a power on/off button as well as A  and B ‘answer’ buttons. The unit also has a touch screen which can be used in lieu of the ...
  • Page 5: Powering Up The System

      Figure 3: ​ S etting up the LAN  2. HazSim Server: Open the laptop and press the power button on the side. The  system will automatically log in and open the HazSim server software. If you were already  using the system and had closed the program, simply re-open by clicking the desktop icon. ...
  • Page 6: Hazsim Server

    If multiple HazSim handhelds are connecting you will have a popup window for  each handheld on the server screen. To attach the confined space probe simply plug the  hose end to the attachment port at the end of the HazSim. To detach pull sleeve back on  hose end and gently pull. ...
  • Page 7: Charging The Hazsim Handheld

    ​ m eter control window​ (Figure 10) and the HazSim will reflect the  chosen meter.  The HazSim Pro 2.0 is loaded with several meters from the factory including 4, 5 and 6 gas.  The user can create custom meters via the server. ...
  • Page 8       meter type while the server is broadcasting to the client, the dot stays green and the new  meter appears on the client. If you tap the green dot to stop broadcasting, the dot turns  red. Then when you change the meter to a different type, the server will begin broadcasting  again (and the dot turns green). ...
  • Page 9: Controlling The Meter

    To change meters simply select the black meter icon in the top of the meter control screen  and a previous list of meters will show. Select a new meter from the list and the HazSim will  change to the selected meter.   ...
  • Page 10: Asking Questions

    Window you will be prompted to select a question to deliver to the student. To create or edit  questions, see Section 4.5 Editing and Creating Questions.  Meter ​ - Drop down list of different meter skins included in the HazSim Pro 2.0. HazSim Digital is the  standard HazSim meter layout. ...
  • Page 11 Figure 14:​ Question Status Window - Question and answer logged.  Note to instructors:​ ​ T he HazSim Pro 2.0 is pre-loaded with standard questions and answer  choices but can also be customized by the user (see Section 4 Advanced Features). Because the ...
  • Page 12: Advanced Features

    4. Advanced Features   4.1 Editing Alarms  Your HazSim Pro 2.0 system has several factory preset alarms based on industry standards  but may not be the same as your local protocol. To customize alarms, go to the drop down  menu and select ‘Edit Alarms’ (Figure 15 below).  ...
  • Page 13: Editing And Creating Meters

    ● Most alarms other than oxygen will have zero (0.0) as the minimum value.  4.2 Editing and Creating Meters  Your HazSim Pro 2.0 system is loaded with multiple gas monitors, radiation detectors, and  CWA monitors. You can edit the existing meters or create new ones easily by following ...
  • Page 14 Calculated​ for radiation for both dose rate and cpm,  calculated to specific isotope.  Bar​ for CWA detector.  Unit  Unit that will appear on the HazSim. For example: % for  oxygen, ppm for CO.  Precision  How many decimals will appear.   0 would show 1 ppm ...
  • Page 15 Increment by which the readings will increase/decrease when  Increment  >>is selected.  Min Value  Minimum value that will appear on the HazSim.   A negative reading can be programmed to demonstrate a bad  zeroing / fresh air calculation.  Max Value  Maximum value that will appear on the HazSim. ...
  • Page 16       Label  Rad  Type   Exponential  Unit  uR,mR,R  Precision  1  Bounce  2  Bounce interval  2  Norm value  Background value  Increment  10  Jump Increment  100  Min Value  0  Max Value  1.0E8    4.2.5 Calculated Meter Edit      To Create a Calculated Meter Type:  1.
  • Page 17 0.0012 times the Radiation value. The display for this meter will include both the rate and  the cpm based on the calculation.      Figure 20:​ ‘Calculated’ meter displayed on HazSim for Cs137.      4.2.6 Chemical Weapons (Bar Graph) Meter Edit  ...
  • Page 18         Figure 22:​ Screen shot of WMD meter set up.  Label  G (need to save for each meter, i.e. B, Vx)  Type  Bar  Units  ppm  Precision  1  Bounce  0.0  Norm Value  0.0  Increment  4.0  Jump Increment  8.0  Min Value ...
  • Page 19: Editing And Creating Questions

    5. Write the question in the top right field.  6. Write the answers in the fields below. Hazsim recommend a maximum of 2  answers.  7. Select the correct answer by clicking the check mark. The selected check mark will ...
  • Page 20       To add a question set  To discard a question set   Figure 26:​ Selecting a question set.    Figure 27:​ Creating a new question.    19 ...
  • Page 21: Tag Feature

      4.4 Tag Feature  The HazSim tag function allows instructors to make notes during evolution so teachers can  review with students later to reinforce what they learned or go back to review tricky  concepts and encourage critical thinking. During the evolution a tag can be entered to mark ...
  • Page 22         Figure 29:​ Tag field on the ​ M eter Control Window.    21 ...
  • Page 23         Figure 30:​ Log viewer screen includes graph of meter readings over time with each  gas/sensor displayed as a different color.    Figure 31​ : Icon for incorrect answer by student.      Figure 32:​ Icon for when alarm is activated on Client 0.   ...
  • Page 24: Operating Multiple Handhelds

    LAN, and the LAN can ‘see’ the students holding the  HazSim, the range should be good. If you are training in an area with thick concrete or  steel, several feet below grade, reinforced vaults, or reinforced ships then additional ...
  • Page 25: Training Scenarios

    To overcome these obstacles set up  the LAN near an entrance if possible, with the best view of both the HazSim and the  Instructor. Consider the elevated approach as some construction will have thick walls but ...
  • Page 26: Battery Issues

    8 hours.     Attempting to change the battery in HazSim Handheld VOIDS all warranty​ .   7.5 Possible Signal Issues  If you are experiencing problems with the signal, check the following possible reasons. ...
  • Page 27       HazSim Pro 2.0 Common Issues & Resolutions Quick Reference Guide Issue Resolution HazSim handheld will not connect Check LAN power, see connection issues section 7.1 Connection Issues HazSim handheld will not charge Ensure charging cord connected properly Ensure power supply is sufficient See section 7.4 Battery Issues...

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