Introduction; Scope; Nomenclature; Microguard™ Features - ABB MicroGuard solution User Manual

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Introduction

Scope

This manual describes accessing and using the MicroGuard™
solution . It details the software features as well as how to
update latest versions of the mobile application, which are
referred to as APK files, and how to transfer data both from
MicroGuard™ and MobileGuard™ .
Figure 1 depicts the MicroGuard™ in use .

Nomenclature

Reference in manual Description
Analytical solution comprised of the GLA131 Series
Microportable analyzer and a set of peripherals
and advanced software features .
The solution uses an analytical system designed to
MicroGuard™
determine the exact location of a natural gas leak
in the most rapid and efficient way .
Refers to both MicroGuard™ and MicroGuard™ Lite
solutions .
Portable analyzer based on the patented OA-ICOS
laser technology to measure the methane
concentration in ambient air with highest
sensitivity, selectivity and speed .
GLA131 Series
Refers to both:
Microportable
• GLA131-MEA analyzer, measuring both
methane (CH
MicroGuard™ solution
• GLA131-CH4 analyzer, measuring methane
(CH
Figure 1 MicroGuard™ solution
) and ethane (C H ); part of
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); part of MicroGuard™ Lite solution
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MicroGuard™ Features
The following summarizes the MicroGuard™ solution features .
• Application: The mobile application serves as an extension of
the GLA131 Series Microportable technology . It can display
various gases in real time through the application and can
assist in identifying methane and ethane emissions .
• Handle: The handle is designed for user comfort and to hold
both the Nautiz X6 hand-held device and wand in place while
surveying designated areas .
• Wand: The wand has been designed as an extension of the
analyzer input port with a collapsible feature for easy storage .
• Device: The Nautiz X6 hand-held device is a rugged Android
device, suitable for field testing and acting as the interface
for the mobile application .
• Inlet tubing: The inlet tubing connects to the GLA131 Series
Microportable and serves as an extension with the wand to
intake gas at the desired location .
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