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- Page 1 Non-Linear Junction Detector User Manual Research Electronics International, LLC 455 Security Drive, Cookeville, TN 38506 U.S.A. (800) 824-3190 (US Only) • +1 931-537-6032 www.reiusa.net © Copyright Research Electronics International LLC...
- Page 3 CASE CONTENTS 1. ORION 2.4 GHz Antenna* - 10. 6 ft. USB Cable - if purchased Type A to Mini-B for software updates 2. ORION 900 MHz Antenna* - if purchased 11. Lithium-Ion Smart Battery Charger 3. ORION Handle* - with thumb screws 4.
- Page 4 REI offers the world’s largest commercially available Technical Security training facility. Training courses include classroom instruction and hands-on exercises where students perform sweep exercises in “live”...
- Page 5 © COPYRIGHT RESEARCH ELECTRONICS INTERNATIONAL REI products are designed and intended for legal commercial applications, however because laws and regulations vary from state to state and country to country, it is the sole responsibility of the purchaser and user/operator to check and comply with all applicable laws and regulations for the possession and operation of this equipment before and after making a purchase.
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents PRECAUTIONS ............................... 8 Equipment Description ..........................9 Overview ..............................9 Ports ................................ 10 SET-UP & BASIC OPERATION ........................11 Battery Usage ............................11 Real Time Clock Battery .......................... 12 Connecting the ORION HX head ......................13 Procedure ..............................13 Display Screens ............................ - Page 7 Initial Screen ............................28 User Settings ............................28 Country ..............................30 Info ................................31 Tools ................................ 31 Additional Features ............................. 31 Screenshot .............................. 31 Specifications .............................. 32 APPENDIX ..............................34 Background Theory ..........................34 Qt License ..............................38 Qwt License ............................. 38 GNU Lesser General Public License ......................
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Page 8: Precautions
PRECAUTIONS PRECAUTIONS ORION HX • CAUTION: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by REI could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. • The ORION HX is for professional use only. • The ORION HX is capable of emitting radio frequencies. It is the responsibility of the user to practice good safety procedures. In doing so, you should take the following precautions: Do not point the antenna at a person’s eyes or head. -
Page 9: Equipment Description
7. POWER BUTTON - Press to power on. Press and hold while the unit is on to power off. 8. SPEAKER – used to monitor audio from the unit 9. POWER INPUT (under battery door) – for connecting AC adapter for charging (only use REI supplied AC Adapter) -
Page 10: Ports
OPERATION Ports 1. USB Connector – used for connecting to a PC for software updates 2. MICRO SD CARD Slot - used for saving screen shots or user settings... -
Page 11: Set-Up & Basic Operation
OPERATION SET-UP & BASIC OPERATION The ORION HX has been designed for quick and easy deployment. Depending on your application, some adjustments to the default setting may need to be made. Battery Usage Lithium-Ion rechargeable batteries have been included with your unit. To insert or switch out a new battery: 1. -
Page 12: Real Time Clock Battery
OPERATION Note: To keep the battery in good working condition, it should be removed from the device for long term storage of 90 days or more. Even when powered off, the operating system of the ORION unit continues to use a low stand-by current that in some cases could cause a deep discharge and possible damage to the battery, preventing a normal recharge. -
Page 13: Connecting The Orion Hx Head
OPERATION Connecting the ORION HX head The ORION is provided with a quick release head. This is useful if the ORION Deluxe package has been purchased which includes an ORION 2.4 head and an ORION 900 head with one pole/grip handle. The ORION 900 and the ORION Deluxe units are stored in the case with the head separated from the pole/grip handle. -
Page 14: Display Screens
OPERATION Display Screens Display Screen Layout Status Bar Main Area Navigational/ Functional Icons Status Bar - This area of each screen contains status icons indicating the current condition of the ORION unit. Tapping the camera icon in the status bar will take a screenshot and save it to a micro SD card. Main Area - The content of this area will vary depending on which screen is currently selected. -
Page 15: Home Screen
OPERATION Home Screen By default, the Home Screen is the initial screen shown after the ORION unit is powered on. The Home Screen allows for quick navigation to any of the main operational modes. The diagram below details what functions are accessible when the various icons are tapped on the screen. Battery Status Screenshot Indicator... -
Page 16: Bar Graph Screen
OPERATION Chart Screen - Tapping this icon will take the user to the Chart Screen (see page 18). Frequency Adjust Screen - Tapping this icon will take the user to the Frequency Adjust Screen (see page 19). Keypad Screen - Tapping this icon will take the user to the Keypad Screen. The keypad screen gives the user an alternate method for controlling the ORION HX operation. - Page 17 OPERATION Power Level Indicator/Control - To increase the transmit power level, tap on the top half of the Power Level Indicator. The green bar graph will increase corresponding to the increase in transmit power. To decrease the transmit power level, tap on the bottom half of the Power Level Indicator. The green bar graph will decrease corresponding to the decrease in transmit power.
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Page 18: Chart Screen
OPERATION Chart Screen The chart screen provides a time-based history of the transmit power level, 2 harmonic level, and 3 harmonic level. Time Interval Graph Indicator Toggles Time Interval - The time interval is the amount of time represented by the horizontal span of the graph. To select a different time interval, tap anywhere on the graph. -
Page 19: Frequency Adjust Screen
OPERATION Frequency Adjust Screen The frequency adjust screen provides a view of the ambient RF environment allowing the user to select a quiet channel for the transmit frequency. Frequency Adjust Indicator Auto Frequency Mode Upper Frequency Lower Frequency Limit Limit Frequency Value Bandwidth Selection... - Page 20 OPERATION can be adjusted in several ways. The frequency value can be automatically determined by tapping the Auto Frequency Mode button. It can be manually selected by clicking within the ambient RF graphs. Fine adjustment can be done by tapping the "Decrease Frequency Value" or "Increase Frequency Value" buttons at the bottom of the screen.
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Page 21: Keypad Screen
OPERATION Keypad Screen The keypad screen allows alternate methods for making adjustments to the ORION unit. While on the keypad screen, you must monitor the OLED screen on the head of the ORION for feedback. Power Button Audio Mode Transmit Power Increase Volume Increase Set Button... -
Page 22: Setup
OPERATION Setup The ORION unit can be configured for multiple situations. The majority of settings changes are handled through the setup screens. To scroll through the three different setup screens, use the arrow keys at the bottom of the screen. To make adjustments to one of the setup items, tap the corresponding button. -
Page 23: Audio Mode
OPERATION Audio Mode The audio mode menu provides configurations for the audible response of the ORION. Type Tone - In this mode, synthetic tones will be used to indicate when the 2 harmonic level has exceeded the trip level. The tone style can be configured using the setup menu (see page 25). -
Page 24: Tx Power Mode
OPERATION Tx Power Mode Auto - In auto transmit power mode, the transmit power will automatically reduce whenever the receiver becomes saturated. In auto transmit mode, the set transmit power level is indicated by the Auto Power Level Indicator on the Bar Graph Screen (see page 16) and on the Chart Screen (see page 18). -
Page 25: Brightness
OPERATION Brightness This setting adjusts the brightness of the OLED screen and the LED Bar Graphs on the head display and the Touch Screen display. There are three available brightness settings: Dim, Medium, High. Tone Style Four different styles are available for the Tone Alerts. Note: In addition to setting the Tone Style, the Audio Type from the Audio Mode Menu (see page 23) must be set to "Tone"... -
Page 26: Auto Power Off
OPERATION Auto Power Off This feature will automatically shut off the unit after a predetermined period of inactivity. A power up operation (pressing the power button) is required to return to full operation. To enable this feature, select one of the time durations listed to determine how long the unit must be inactive before shutting off. -
Page 27: Standby Time
OPERATION Standby Time This menu configures Standby Mode. This feature will automatically put the unit into a low power state after a predetermined period of inactivity. Full operation returns when the unit is picked up or handled. To enable this feature, select one of the time durations listed to determine how long the unit must be inactive before going into Standby Mode. -
Page 28: Date/Time
OPERATION Date/Time This menu is for setting the current date and time. The time is displayed in the status bar of each screen. The date and time is also displayed on any screen captures that are saved with the ORION. Initial Screen This menu configures which screen is shown first whenever the unit is powered up. - Page 29 OPERATION displayed on the screen, press the Load Settings button to load those settings to the ORION. If SD Card profiles have been saved to a micro SD card, then that specific micro SD card must be inserted in the ORION to recall those profiles.
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Page 30: Country
OPERATION Country This setting is only available for the ORION 2.4 HX 3.3W model. The ORION 2.4 HX 3.3W is CE marked for public safety & security, but some countries in the EU restrict the use of the ORION 2.4. To operate the ORION 2.4 legally, it must be operated within these restrictions for the given country. -
Page 31: Info
OPERATION Info This menu displays general information about REI, software versions, and battery status. To access the information included, select the tabs across the top of the screen. Tools This menu contains additional tools for the ORION HX. Factory Reset - Original factory user settings can be restored to the unit using the Factory Reset button. -
Page 32: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Specifications TRANSMITTER Frequency Bands: 2.404 GHz – 2.472 GHz center (ORION 2.4 HX models) 840 MHz - 960 MHz center (ORION 900 HX G) 905 MHz - 925 MHz center (ORION 900 HX FCC) 869.4 MHz - 869.65 MHz center (ORION 900 CE) Transmit Channels: Manual or Auto selection, more than 60 available Maximum Transmit Power: 6.6 W EIRP (ORION 2.4 HX 6.6W) - Page 33 SPECIFICATIONS Case Weight including ORION 900 HX & Accessories: 12.6 lbs (5.7 kg) MAIN BATTERY Input AC: 100 - 240 V, 50 – 60 Hz Run Time: >4 hours per battery (typical) Charge Time: 2.5 hours per battery (typical) Batteries: Lithium Ion Rechargeable Battery (2 included) The supplied battery pack: RRC Power Solutions Lithium Ion Rechargeable Battery pack Model #RRC2040, rated 11.25V, 2950mAh, 33.2Wh.
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Page 34: Appendix
APPENDIX APPENDIX The ORION, designed and built by the engineers at Research Electronics International, is the latest advancement in Non-Linear Junction Evaluation. The ORION can be used to locate electronic devices whether in furniture, walls, ceiling fixtures or elsewhere. The ORION detects semiconductor junctions, to alert in the presence of electronics. - Page 35 APPENDIX If we approximate Eq. 1 near the origin using Taylor Series, ���� = ���� � + … � �������� �������� � � � � �������� �������� �������� ���� �������� Eq. 2 For small signals across the diodes terminals, we can reduce this to the first three terms, ����~ ����...
- Page 36 APPENDIX Although there are various different types of semiconductor junctions (PN, PIN, JFET, MOSFET, etc.), they all produce clean, predictable junction characteristics. For the junctions found in electronic devices, this equation produces a predictable, but unsymmetrical curve. False junctions produce a less regular curve, one that is noisy and unpredictable, yet they are typically symmetrical: their curve is mirrored for negative values.
- Page 37 APPENDIX As mentioned earlier, some semiconductor circuits re-radiate a strong third harmonic signal. For example with two diodes connected back to back (see below), the shape of the voltage curve resembles the symmetry of a false junction and produces a stronger third harmonic than does a single diode. Back to Back Diode Voltage Curve 2.00 1.50...
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Page 38: Qt License
APPENDIX The ORION HX software is © Research Electronics International 2015. It is licensed under the LGPL license. Qt License The ORION HX software dynamically links to unmodified Nokia Qt4 Library. The Qt4 Library is © 2011 Nokia Corporation and/or its subsidiary(- ies), and is licensed under the GNU Lesser General Public License version 2.1 with Nokia Qt LGPL exception version 1.1. -
Page 39: Gnu Lesser General Public License
APPENDIX GNU Lesser General Public License Version 2.1, February 1999 Copyright (C) 1991, 1999 Free Software Foundation, Inc. 59 Temple Place, Suite 330, Boston, MA 02111-1307 USA Everyone is permitted to copy and distribute verbatim copies of this license document, but changing it is not allowed. [This is the first released version of the Lesser GPL. -
Page 40: Terms And Conditions For Copying, Distribution And Modification
APPENDIX TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR COPYING, DISTRIBUTION AND MODIFICATION 0. This License Agreement applies to any software library or other program which contains a notice placed by the copyright holder or other authorized party saying it may be distributed under the terms of this Lesser General Public License (also called "this License"). Each licensee is addressed as "you". - Page 41 APPENDIX If distribution of object code is made by offering access to copy from a designated place, then offering equivalent access to copy the source code from the same place satisfies the requirement to distribute the source code, even though third parties are not compelled to copy the source along with the object code.
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Page 42: No Warranty
APPENDIX 9. You are not required to accept this License, since you have not signed it. However, nothing else grants you permission to modify or distribute the Library or its derivative works. These actions are prohibited by law if you do not accept this License. Therefore, by modifying or distributing the Library (or any work based on the Library), you indicate your acceptance of this License to do so, and all its terms and conditions for copying, distributing or modifying the Library or works based on it.