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  • Page 3 Lighthouse Worldwide Solutions REMOTE-2 PN Series Airborne Particle Counter Operating Manual...
  • Page 4 Copyright © 2007-2010 by Lighthouse Worldwide Solutions. All rights reserved. No part of this document may be reproduced by any means except as permitted in writing by Lighthouse Worldwide Solutions. The information contained herein constitutes valuable trade secrets of Lighthouse Worldwide Solutions.
  • Page 5 EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Manufacturer’s Name: Lighthouse Worldwide Solutions, Inc. Manufacturer’s Address: Lighthouse Worldwide Solutions, Inc. 1221 Disk Drive Medford, OR 97501 USA Declares that the product: Product Name: Remote Airborne Particle Counter Model Number(s): REMOTE 3012PN, 3102PN, 5012PN, 5102PN, 50102PN...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Chapter 3 Getting Started Unpacking and Initial Inspection ................... 3-1 Shipping Instructions ..................... 3-1 Applications ........................3-2 Mount REMOTE-2 PN Series ..................3-3 Connect Interface and Power Cables ................3-4 Connections ....................... 3-4 Communication Port ..................3-4 Data Cable Install ................... 3-5 Energize Connections ................
  • Page 8 Lighthouse REMOTE-2 PN Series Operating Manual Chapter 4 Programming General ........................... 4-1 Connecting Instrument to a Terminal ................4-1 Power Up ........................4-4 Sample Session ......................4-4 ASCII Programming Syntax ..................4-5 Command Structure ................... 4-5 Handshake ......................4-6 Protocol ......................4-6 List of Available Commands ..................
  • Page 9 Table of Contents Chapter 6 Maintenance Procedures Safety ..........................6-1 Calibration ........................6-1 Exterior Cleaning ......................6-1 Purge Test ........................6-1 Appendix A Limited Warranty Limitation Of Warranties: ..................... A-1 Warranty Of Repairs After Initial Two (2) Year Warranty: ......... A-1 List of Figures Index 248083310-1 Rev 3...
  • Page 10 Lighthouse REMOTE-2 PN Series Operating Manual t-iv 248083310-1 Rev 3...

  • Page 11: About This Manual

    About This Manual This manual describes the detailed operation and use of the Lighthouse REMOTE-2 PN Series Airborne Particle Counters. Text The following typefaces have the following meanings: Conventions Note: italics Represents information not to be typed A note appears in the sidebar to give extra or interpreted literally.
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  • Page 13: Chapter 1 General Safety

    General Safety Safety Warnings and cautions are used throughout this manual. Familiarize Considerations yourself with the meaning of a warning before operating the particle counter. All warnings will appear in the left margin of the page next to the subject or step to which it applies. Take extreme care when doing any procedures preceded by or containing a warning.
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  • Page 15: Chapter 2 Introduction

    Description References are made to the REMOTE-2 PN Series, which includes the NEMA enclosure, and the Rxxx2, which is only the particle counter inside the NEMA enclosure. The Rxxx2 cannot be replaced by a "standard"...

  • Page 16: Accessories

    Pulses are counted and their amplitude is measured for particle sizing. The REMOTE-2 PN Series of particle counters were designed for continuous trouble-free operation using an internal flow-controlled vacuum pump and a standard NEMA style 316L stainless steel enclosure.

  • Page 17: Remote 3012Pn Specifications

    Introduction REMOTE 3012PN Specifications 0.3 - 0.5μm Size Range Channel Thresholds Standard: 0.3, 0.5μm Other sizes available; specify at time of order Flow Rate 0.1 CFM (2.83 LPM) 50% (per JIS) Counting Efficiency Light Source Elite™ Laser Diode <1 count/5 minutes (per JIS) Zero Count Level Internal flow-controlled pump Vacuum...

  • Page 18: Remote 3102Pn Specifications

    Lighthouse REMOTE-2 PN Series Operating Manual REMOTE 3102PN Specifications 0.3 - 0.5μm Size Range Channel Thresholds Standard: 0.3, 0.5μm Other sizes available; specify at time of order 1.0 CFM (28.3 LPM) Flow Rate 50% (per JIS) Counting Efficiency Elite™ Laser Diode...

  • Page 19: Remote 5012Pn Specifications

    Introduction REMOTE 5012PN Specifications 0.5 - 10.0μm Size Range Channel Thresholds Standard: 0.5, 5.0 or 0.5, 10.0μm Other sizes available; specify at time of order Flow Rate 0.1 CFM (2.83 LPM) 50% (per JIS) Counting Efficiency Light Source Elite™ Laser Diode <1 count/5 minutes (per JIS) Zero Count Level Internal flow-controlled pump...

  • Page 20: Remote 5102Pn Specifications

    Lighthouse REMOTE-2 PN Series Operating Manual REMOTE 5102PN Specifications 0.5 - 10.0μm Size Range Channel Thresholds Standard: 0.5, 5.0 or 0.5, 10.0μm Other sizes available; specify at time of order 1.0 CFM (28.3 LPM) Flow Rate 50% (per JIS) Counting Efficiency Elite™...

  • Page 21: Remote 50102Pn Specifications

    Introduction REMOTE 50102PN Specifications 5.0 - 100.0μm Size Range Channel Thresholds Standard: 5.0, 30.0μm Other sizes available; specify at time of order Flow Rate 1.0 CFM (28.3 LPM) 50% (per JIS) Counting Efficiency Light Source Elite™ Laser Diode <1 count/5 minutes (per JIS) Zero Count Level Internal flow-controlled pump Vacuum...

  • Page 22: Data Port

    Lighthouse REMOTE-2 PN Series Operating Manual Interface Pin Data Port Assignments Table 2-2 shows the signal assignments for the REMOTE-2 PN Series external 8-pin connector. Pin # Signal CH-1 CH-2 VLOOP Status Alarm- Alarm+ Table 2-6: 4-20mA External Connector Pin Assignments...

  • Page 23: Chapter 3 Getting Started

    You may contact Lighthouse to purchase a replacement shipping container and nozzle caps. 3. Seal container or carton securely. Mark "FRAGILE" and write the Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number on any unmarked corner.

  • Page 24: Applications

    Lighthouse REMOTE-2 PN Series Operating Manual Applications The following pages illustrate how to wire J10 for two wire and three wire systems. Figure 3-1 Application for a Two Wire System Figure 3-2 Application for a Three Wire System 248083310-1 Rev 32...
  • Page 25 Pump flow control is managed by the REMOTE-2 PN Series pump PN Series controller. Power to the REMOTE-2 PN Series is managed by a power switch inside the NEMA enclosure. The cover lock uses a flat blade or coin to turn the latch to the open or closed position. Do NOT apply power to the REMOTE-2 PN Series until cables are attached properly at both ends.

  • Page 26: Connect Interface And Power Cables

    Lighthouse REMOTE-2 PN Series Operating Manual Connect After the ethernet and AC Power cables have been completed, they are ready for connecting the REMOTE-2 PN Series to AC power and data- Interface and gathering equipment. Proceed as follows: Power Cables...

  • Page 27: Data Cable Install

    OFF before a cable is attached. This may not always NOT attached to the be practical, especially if a Lighthouse SIU or other equipment is monitoring device before monitoring devices around the clock and service cannot be interrupted.

  • Page 28: Understanding The Leds

    OFF. To restore normal pump operation, find and clear the obstruction and turn the power switch OFF. Wait a few seconds and turn the switch ON. The pump should start running. Contact Lighthouse Technical Support if this fails to restore normal pump operation. 248083310-1 Rev 36...

  • Page 29: Chapter 4 Programming

    Figure 4-1 The Programming Port Pin Positions The cover must be opened to gain access to the Programming Port and the REMOTE-2 PN Series system must be power-cycled before any changes made will take effect. A modular adapter, RJ45 to DB-9, is available from Lighthouse. The pinouts of the adapter are shown in Table 4-1.
  • Page 30 Lighthouse REMOTE-2 PN Series Operating Manual RJ45 Pin Signal Name DB-9 Pin Ground Table 4-1 RJ45 to DB-9 Connections To connect the instrument to a computer: 1. Open the NEMA cover by turning the cover lock with a thin coin or other suitable device.
  • Page 31 Programming 5. Start Hyperterminal on your computer and configure the COM Port settings as shown in Figure 4-2. Any available COM Port may be used, not just the one shown. Figure 4-2 COM Port Properties 6. Configure the ASCII settings as shown in Figure 4-3: Figure 4-3 ASCII Settings 248083310-1 Rev 3...

  • Page 32: Power Up

    Lighthouse REMOTE-2 PN Series Operating Manual Power Up Turn the Power switch ON. The REMOTE-2 PN Series waits for valid programming commands during the first 20 seconds after POWER ON. If no valid commands are received within that time, the instrument recalls its last stored parameters (or default settings) and starts counting.

  • Page 33: Ascii Programming Syntax

    Programming 5. Type: <m1> -- the unit’s menu is displayed to show commands to use to change parameters. <m1> *** User Menu *** <?> Display Parameters <V> Verbose Mode <sa> Start Counting <sb> Stop Counting <gv> Get Version Number <ra#> Set Range 1 (counts) <rb#>...

  • Page 34: Handshake

    Lighthouse REMOTE-2 PN Series Operating Manual Handshake Upon execution of the command, and assuming you have typed <V> for Verbose, the REMOTE instrument will send a response based on the value of the counts, suppress alarms, and alarm status. Examples of responses are listed below: <ERR>...

  • Page 35: Get Current Settings

    Programming GET CURRENT SETTINGS <?> Shows current parameter settings. Type: <?> Response: Note: <?> The flow rate displayed will be according Flow Rate = 1.0 cfm 0.1 cfm to the model - 0.1 cfm for Sample Time = 5 secs the R3012PN and Range1= 10000.

  • Page 36: Start/Stop Counting Mode

    Lighthouse REMOTE-2 PN Series Operating Manual <aa#> Set Alarm Channel # <ab#> Set Alarm Threshold (# of counts) <ae#> Set Alarm Suppression # START/STOP COUNTING MODE START Counting <sa> This will start the device’s counting mode. When implemented, the unit will wait until the sample time passes before displaying the sample data.

  • Page 37: Set Channel Ranges

    Programming <gv> Version: 010 SET CHANNEL RANGES Note: -- sets upper range of channel 1 where # is the range <ra#> Range 1 should always be greater than or value equal to Range 2; Range 2 should never be greater -- sets upper range of channel 2 where # is the range <rb#>...

  • Page 38: Set Alarm Threshold

    Lighthouse REMOTE-2 PN Series Operating Manual Sets the alarm channel to channel 1 or 2. Type: <aa1> Response: <aa1>Alarm Channel= 1 SET ALARM THRESHOLD <ab#> Sets Alarm High count threshold for the configured alarm channel. Value # must be less than range in order to set the threshold. Set the value to 0 (zero) to disable alarm.

  • Page 39: Set Alarm Suppression

    Programming secs=2: ch1-2: 1115, 382 , bk= 429, alarm alert. secs=3: ch1-2: 1595, 502 , bk= 429, alarm alert. secs=4: ch1-2: 2029, 637 , bk= 429, alarm alert. secs=5: ch1-2: 2381, 738 , bk= 429, alarm alert. Sample: ch1-2: 2381, 738 Range1= 10000, Range2= 5000. Alarms: Threshold= 1000, Channel= 1, # in a row=2 SET ALARM SUPPRESSION <ae#>...

  • Page 40: Service High And Service Low

    Lighthouse REMOTE-2 PN Series Operating Manual Sample: ch1-2: 1875, 678 Range1= 10000, Range2= 5000. Alarms: Threshold= 1000, Channel= 1, # in a row=3 Note: The "alarm alert" secs=1: ch1-2: 697, 131 , bk= 439, alarm alert. (in boldface) doesn’t secs=2: ch1-2: 1215, 227 , bk= 434, alarm alert.

  • Page 41: Don't Show 1 Sec Data

    Programming DON’T SHOW 1 SEC DATA <ia> Turns OFF 1 second data display. Type: <ia> Response: <ia>Don't show 1 sec data. After starting the counter with <sa>, the device will wait until the sample time interval passes before displaying the first sample. SHOW 1 SEC DATA <ib>...
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  • Page 43: Chapter 5 Technical Data

    Setup Count Timer Output Start Alarm Counts Figure 5-1 States for the REMOTE-2 PN Series Particle Counter START • Starts microprocessor, and initializes hardware. SETUP • The REMOTE-2 PN Series ships in Program Mode: During the first 20 seconds, the unit waits for programming commands.

  • Page 44: Startup Example

    Lighthouse REMOTE-2 PN Series Operating Manual commands are received or an invalid command is received, the instrument will recall its last stored parameters (or default settings) and continue to use them. Startup Example: Lighthouse Remote Instrument (4-20mA): Sample Time = 60 secs Range1= 10000.

  • Page 45: Service Alert

    Technical Data • The red SERVICE indicator on the instrument blinks. • The EXTERNAL ALARM relay, described below, is set. SERVICE ALERT If the service/background light voltage is greater than the Service High, or less than Service Low limits, then: •...
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  • Page 47: Chapter 6 Maintenance Procedures

    Calibration To maintain optimum performance of this instrument, it should be recalibrated annually by a Lighthouse Authorized Service Provider. Exterior This procedure may be superceded by customer requirements; however, not not under any circumstances apply Acetone to the Cleaning REMOTE ’PN’...
  • Page 48 Purge Test again. After the instrument has met the requirement of the Purge test, return the instrument to its normal location and operating status. If the instrument still fails the Purge Test, contact Lighthouse Tech Support for assistance. 248083310-1 Rev 3...

  • Page 49: Appendix A Limited Warranty

    Upon expiration of the initial two-year warranty, all parts and the warranty is null and void. This warranty is limited to a period repairs completed by an authorized Lighthouse repair technician of two years, except as noted below, without regard to whether are subject to a six (6) month warranty.
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  • Page 51 Example of Front Panel LEDs ..................Figure 3-6 The Programming Port Pin Positions ................Figure 4-1 COM Port Properties ....................Figure 4-3 ASCII Settings ......................Figure 4-3 States for the REMOTE-2 PN Series Particle Counter ..........Figure 5-1 248083310-1 Rev 3 LOF-1...
  • Page 52 Lighthouse REMOTE-2 PN Series Operating Manual LOF-2 248083310-1 Rev 3...
  • Page 53 Index Accessories 2-2 Cabling Sensor 3-5 Additional help 1-i Calibration 2-3, 2-4, 2-5, 2-6, 2-7 Alarm 5-2 Channel Threshold 2-3, 2-4, 2-5, 2-6, 2-7 Alarm Channel 4-9 Cleaning 6-1 Alarm Suppression 4-11 Exterior 6-1 Alarm Threshold 4-10 Collection Optics 2-2 Annual Calibration 2-2, 6-1 COM Port connection 4-1 Applications, two and three wire 3-2...
  • Page 54 Lighthouse REMOTE-2 PN Series Operating Manual Overview 2-1 Exterior Cleaning 6-1 External Alarm 5-3 Particle Detection 2-2 Power 2-3, 2-4, 2-5, 2-6, 2-7 Power Up, DIP Switches = 0 4-4 Preventive Maintenance 6-1 Flow Rate 2-3, 2-4, 2-5, 2-6, 2-7...
  • Page 55 Index Terminal, Connecting To 4-1 Text conventions 1-i Three wire systems 3-2 Tubing Kit for Remote Monitoring 2-2, 3-3 Two Wire Systems 3-2 Understanding the LEDs 3-6 Unpacking 3-1 Vacuum 2-3, 2-4, 2-5, 2-6, 2-7 Verbose Mode 4-6 Warning Infrared Radiation 1-1 Weight 2-3, 2-4, 2-5, 2-6, 2-7 Zero Count Level 2-3, 2-4, 2-5, 2-6, 2-7 248083310-1 Rev 3...
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