1- Presentation ............3 7- Clip Replacement ..........24 7.1 Standard or Belt Clip ..........24 2- General ..............4 7.2 Front Facing Clip ..........24 2.1 Use and Functionality ..........4 8- Manual Calibration & Maintenance ......25 2.2 Compatibility with Mirion Technologies Products .. 5 2.3 Historical Data Function ........
Speaker Red flashing LED for alarm Button for Button for data display parameters display Red LED for alarm Large backlit display Green LED for gamma counting with 8 digits Blue LED for Hp(0.07) or neutron counting Measurement or parameter display area Disable flash, vibrator and speaker indicators Connected module Functional indicator...
2.1 Use and Functionality The DMC 3000 is the new compact, rugged and reliable dosimeter designed to detect a wide range of X-ray and gamma radiations. provides clear dose and dose rate large-format backlit high-contrast 8-digit LCD display readings for deep dose equivalent Hp(10). Additionally, it provides multiple methods to alert the wearer of alarm conditions, including: a high decibel speaker ...
2.2 Compatibility with Mirion Technologies Products The DMC 3000 features an enhanced " " communication protocol to support additional features. It also includes a compatibility mode for previous Mirion Technologies products including Access Control, Turnstiles and Telemetry devices. DMC 2000 protocol "G2" The compatible is indicated on the DMC 3000 by an asterisk in the display's bottom right corner.
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2.2.1 Language The time to reach the dose alarm point is calculated as follows: The DMC 3000 has the ability to display in French and English. time duration before dose alarm = (dose alarm threshold - cumulative dose) / current dose rate Language settings adjusted...
2.3 Historical Data Function DMC 3000 series dosimeters have a historical data function which allows the following features: Recording and storage of changes greater than 1 µSv (0.1 mrem) in the cumulative Hp(10) dose by intervals of 10 seconds, 1 minute, 10 minutes, 1 hour or 24 hours depending on the dosimeter’s configuration. Recording and dating of significant events such as: ...
2.4 Handling Recommendations As the DMC 3000 offers the ability to clip it either outside the pocket, (standard or belt clip) or inside (front side clip), users should remember to wear the dosimeter with its back side facing the body. (See label on the battery cover.) Warning: For the DMC 3000 vibrator alarm to be effective, the unit must be in contact with the body for the user to feel it.
3.1 Fast Entry Mode The DMC 3000 can be started up using a simplified and quick procedure. Fast entry must be enabled using User software. When fast entry is enabled, the message "ENtER" (1) is displayed. Simply pressing one of the 2 control buttons immediately switches the DMC 3000 dosimeter into Run mode.
The sleep mode state is a low-power consumption state where the functional indicator ":" does not blink. It is an optional factory configuration. When either button is pressed, or during communi- cation with a reader, the DMC automatically goes into Pause with a backlit display and all display segments activate for 2 seconds.
Exemple of Data available Display Parameters Display Parameters Display Dosimeter Rate warning set Last recorded dose number point Run time Last maximum peak rate Wearer’s name warning set point Last duration in Run Wearer ID Chirp mode Current Time Dose alarm set Date of next (AM/PM or 24H format) point...
Parameters Display Parameters Display Exemple of Data available Display Dosimeter Dose warning Current dose number set point Rate warning set Current rate Wearer’s name point Remaining time before alarm in Run-time warning set point Date Date Chirp mode Dose alarm set Operating mode point Rate alarm set...
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The following data and parameter options are available in Pause and Run mode. User software. They can be selected and ranked by preference, using Data Hour (*) Date (*) Parameters Full life dose (*) User name Full life duration (*) Dosimeter number Total maintenance dose (*) Type of autonomous dose...
The DMC 3000 dosimeter provides multiple methods to alert the wearer of alarming conditions: A loud audible alarm is emitted by the dosimeter speaker A message or symbol appears on the backlit, high-contrast LCD display Very bright red flashes from the front red flashing LED ...
5.1 Dose and Rate Alarms or Warnings The DMC 3000 has 2 configurable dose alarms from The rate alarm and warning occur when the rate 1 µSv to 10 Sv and 2 configurable rate alarms from exceeds the set point. The rate alarm and warning 10 µSv/h (*) to 10 Sv/h.
5.2 Time Alarm Alarm Type Display Speaker Flash LED, Vibrator and Top Red LED FLASH LED 1 flash every 10 seconds 1 short beep Time Alarm VIBRATOR 1 vibration every 10 seconds every second TOP LED 1 red flash every second 5.3 Low Battery The DMC 3000 emits a low battery alarm if the battery voltage drops below 1.2 V.
5.4 Power Loss Alarm Type Display Speaker Flash LED, Vibrator and Top Red LED NO FLASH LED 3 short beeps Power Loss NO VIBRATOR every 10 seconds TOP LED 3 red flashes every 2 seconds 5.5 Faults 5.5.1 Minor Fault Alarm Type Display Speaker...
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5.5.2 Major Faults The DMC 3000 conducts periodic self tests every 10 minutes in Run, Pause and Sleep modes. Most of the tests are also performed every second in Run mode. All the main functions are controlled by the microcontroller and all the data, parameters and configurations integrity are protected by the CRC16.
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5.5.3 Troubleshooting Guide The following troubleshooting guide describes the dosimeter's major fault messages and how to manage them. For safety reasons, the DMC 3000 cannot be set to Run mode when a major fault is displayed in Pause mode. Major Faults Display Cause Solution...
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Minor Faults Display Cause Solution Exceeded date of calibration Perform a calibration check. Verify that the battery voltage is sufficient and perform an Missing bit/pointer in the histogram entry with User software. If the fault persists, contact Mirion for verification. 5.5.4 Optical Test and Impulse Test The DMC 3000's gamma and X-ray detection capabilities are provided by two detectors.
Take care to not damage the gasket. We recommend to Battery Type: replace the battery cover every five years or if gasket is Alkaline 1.5 V AAA LR03 damage. For proper sealing, equal and proper torque Screw Type: should be applied on both screws. Torx N°...
7.1 Standard or Belt Clip Removal Replacement Before removing/installing the clip, make sure that the battery cover is in place. Engage the clip on the middle of it location (3). Use the screwdriver/clip removal tool Press the clip strongly with the thumbs (4) until provided with your DMC 3000.
8.1 Manual Calibration Expose the dosimeter with a gamma source Cs (note) to a minimum dose of 500 µSv, that is the expected dose and read on the dosimeter display the "Read Dose." Look up the calibration factor efficiency Hp(10) (G2 protocol) or Calibration factor efficiency multiplier ...
9.1 Physical Characteristics Compliant with IEC 61526 Ed. 3, ANSI 42.20 (*) (*) Isotropy at Am and Cs with angle ± 75° Measurement and display: X-ray and gamma energy range: 15 keV to 7 MeV Energy response better than ± 20% from 16 keV to 7 MeV ...
9.2 Electrical Characteristics Standard AAA (LR03) 1.5 V Alkaline battery 9 calendar month battery life (typical, 8 h per day, 5 days per week in Run mode, without excessive alarms (*) 2500 h battery life in continuous run, without excessive alarm (*) ...
Memory: Data storage in EEPROM for more than 10 years Historical record of dose increments and events RTC for date stamping information 3800 history events at programmable intervals of 10 seconds, 60 seconds, 10 minutes, 1 hour or 24 hours ...
The DMC 3000 is provided with extension capability at the bottom of the case. For this purpose, a 26-pin connector allows connection for the following: Bidirectional serial communication Report alarm signal Detection module (Neutron, Hp(0.07), etc.) External power (*) ...
The items listed below can be ordered from MirionTechnologies. Spare Parts Mirion Technologies Reference Number Alkaline battery (x10) 1.5V AAA (LR03) 153 634 Battery cover (with washer and screw) 153 629 Standard clip (x25) 153 631 Belt clip (x10) 153 632 Front facing clip (x10) 153 633 Set of colored standard clips (x25 in each of the 12...
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The dosimeters are delivered either individually or in tray boxed set, with or without additional clips and accessories, contact your Mirion Sales Representative for details. Individual box Tray boxed set Front facing clip Belt clip Standard clip -33-...
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