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Handheld Radio-Isotope Identification Device Model RIIDEye X-G, -H, -GN, -HN Operator and Technical Manual DB-099 E Revision I December 2016...
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ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION. CAUTION Read and understand the various precautionary notes, signs, and symbols contained inside this manual pertaining to the safe use and operation of this product before using the device. Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual iii...
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Menus ....................12 Self Test and Status Screen............... 12 Entering a Password ................13 User or Administrator Operation .............. 14 Connections 15 RIIDEye Assembly ..................15 Connecting AC Power ................16 Batteries ....................17 Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual v...
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Analysis Report ..................37 Storing, Reviewing, and Erasing Spectra ............ 38 Taking a Background ................39 General Concept of Use ................42 Calibration AutoCal ....................45 Coarse Calibration (Gain, Offset) ............... 47 Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual vi...
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Low ID Counts ..................71 Recall Factory Settings and Calibration ............73 Maintenance & Service ....................77 Spare Parts ..................... 77 Cleaning the Instrument ................78 Regular Maintenance ................78 Specifications 79 General Specifications ................79 Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual vii...
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Spectrum Conversion ................83 System Controller ................83 Power ....................84 Gamma Detector RIIDEye X-G and GN ........... 84 Gamma High Resolution RIIDEye X-H, RIIDEye X-HN ....... 84 Neutron Detector RIIDEye X-GN, RIIDEye X-HN ........84 Appendix 1 – Menu Structure Summary ................ 85...
IMPORTANT Highlights information necessary to prevent damage to software, loss of data, or invalid test results; or might contain information that is critical for optimal performance of the system. Highlights information of general interest. Note Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
Thermo Fisher Scientific shall not be taken accountable for any displayed Note data such as nuclide identification information. This applies also for actions taken as consequence of the displayed information. Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual xiii...
2006) format for processing on external devices. About Your RIIDEye Congratulations on purchasing your new RIIDEye. RIIDEye represents the latest in portable gamma spectroscopy. Your RIIDEye is designed to detect and identify a Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
• AC power adapter • CF-card USB reader RIIDEye X-G, order No 42508/80, is the standard instrument using a 2x2” NaI(Tl) gamma detector with a typical resolution of 7.5% (@662 keV). Its large detector is excellent for searching for and locating gamma radiation sources. The position of the gamma detector is marked with a red colored spot at the front of the housing.
Figure 2 for correct orientation). 4. Replace and lock the access panel by turning the thumb screw a quarter turn clockwise. Figure 2. CF card orientation For additional information, see Compact Flash Card page Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
Background soft key function (see Figure 4). Use the keypad to highlight Background and then press the B . Always collect a new background OWER before you start scanning. Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
OWER The “Bars” and “Spectrum” modes are not available in the User mode Note according to the factory setting. They must be enabled by an administrator to be accessible by a user. Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
(with optional neutron counter). The other colored regions indicate that the source is either too far (gray) or too close (red). Figure 6: Dial mode, signal strength Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
During the entire acquisition, RIIDEye evaluates the count rate every second and prompts you to adjust your distance if the count rate is too high or low. Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
This is represented by the wave pattern losing amplitude and approaching the ideal accurate identification result. T1 is represented by dose rates of Plutonium (Pu), Uranium (U), and Neptunium (Np). Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
The following is a brief description of the seven keys and how they are used. Return to previous screen; exit from menu or report. Use this OWER key to turn system power on and off. Enter the menu system from any search screen. Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
NTER radiation background. Figure 11: Soft keys Display Conventions To make the RIIDEye easier to use, several color and layout conventions are defined for the user interface. Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
Soft keys always display at the very bottom of the screen. A selected function is in black text on a white background. Other available functions are in white text on a green background. Please see also Description of the Soft Keys page 10 additional details. Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
1. Internal firmware version in the upper right corner 2. Power supply test results 3. Main board test results 4. Internal RIIDEye temperature 5. Expected battery life remaining (if not connected to AC power) Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
To ensure secrecy, enter the password while no one else can see the screen. If the password is lost or forgotten, contact Thermo Fisher Service for Note instructions on resetting. Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
Set up device for specific Password Expert applications; additional protected maintenance functions These modes are designed to comply with ANSI N42.34 Routine and Restricted modes and IAEA Pub 1240 Easy and Expert modes. Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
Gamma detector in lower part of housing Battery compartment with battery pack Carabineer (front and back) for shoulder strap and to strap instrument down Power jack 3.5 mm headphone jack Figure 15: Main components Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
A Battery compartment cover D Battery CF slot (hidden behind CF card) Neutron detector calibration and diagnosis connector (Thermo Scientific staff only) USB-connector Connecting AC Power A universal (110-240 V, 50/60 Hz) AC power supply is available for your RIIDEye unit that connects directly to the power connector.
RIIDEye. To do so, connect RIIDEye to AC power, open the battery cover and change the battery pack as described above. Once complete, remove the RIIDEye from AC power and continue the mission. Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
• Use AC power when connecting to a PC or doing other stationary operations in the office. The unit will automatically run from AC power if it is available (see Connecting AC Power page 16). Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
CF card. Because each unit is factory-calibrated for optimal performance, and this calibration is stored on the CF card, you should never interchange the cards between different units. The Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
Compliant Phones and Accessories • Iridium 9505a (need to purchase data kit from Iridium) • Iridium 9555 (comes with USB cable) • Thermo Scientific RIIDEye Reachback cable P/N COMA001548 The RIIDEye Reachback cable has a white label with a round serial connector Note on one end and a female USB connector for the satellite phone on the other.
For 9555: i. Connect the phone directly to the Reachback cable’s USB connector. b. For 9505a: i. Connect the phone’s interface cable (supplied with phone) to the Reachback cable’s USB connector. Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
It may take several seconds (<5) after pressing E before the RIIDEye Note NTER displays the next screen. During this time, communications are being established between the RIIDEye and the Reachback cable. Figure 26: Send or view report Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
USB connector for the PC on the other. Setup Procedure 1. From the Admin menu, select Serial Mode/Speed > Reachback (see Figure 28). Ignore the Reachback Phone# selection when it appears. Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
It may take several seconds (<5) after pressing E before the RIIDEye Note NTER displays the next screen. During this time, communications are being established between the RIIDEye and the PC Interface cable. Figure 30: Send or view report Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
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For help with setting up for GPS communication, contact Thermo Fisher Customer Service (see page xiv). You will need your RIIDEye’s serial number. If the GPS offers multiple output formats, use the GPS user manual to configure it for 4800 bps NMEA. Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
( ) key for at least one OWER second. The instrument will automatically begin a self-test and indicate the status on the screen. In the following example, taking a new background is recommended. Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
RIIDEye. If AutoCal still fails to calibrate, consider performing a Coarse Calibration with either Cs-137 or Lu-176 as defined in Coarse Calibration (Gain, Offset) page 47 or contact Thermo Fisher Scientific customer service (see Contacting Us page xiv. Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
Administrator can change which screens are enabled, so that it is easier to quickly access the most important information for your particular response plan. To learn more about enabling and disabling features, see Admin page Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
In this example, it is Finder. On systems where only one search screen is allowed by the administrator, only the first two keys will be shown. Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
The units of measure are configured in the blue Configuration menu, Dose Rate Scale (see Configuration page 59). Finder Search Screen Figure 35: Finder search screen Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
The symbol and name of the isotope are listed to its left. Above each bar is a “class” indication (see Nuclide Classes page 11). Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
Configuration page Certain changes in the spectrum shape, such as that produced by beta particle interactions, can be interpreted by the trained eye, even when it cannot be identified by the automated algorithms. Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
• ANSI+ - includes ANSI trigger list plus seven other industrial and SNM isotopes • Medical - contains isotopes used in medical treatments • Industrial - contains isotopes found in industry and nuclear power Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
39). If the count rate becomes too high (red area of the dial), the screen will flash “MOVE BACK” (see bottom half of Figure Figure 39: Spectra acquisition – Standard on left, Simple on right Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
To reanalyze with another trigger list, simply change the trigger list in the green Field Settings menu. Once the trigger list has been changed, review the spectra using the Spectral Data menu. The results of the scan will automatically be reanalyzed with Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
4. Gamma and neutron total counts for the acquisition 5. Gamma energy lines associated with each ID and their associated sigma confidence Figure 41: Report screen (top section on left, scroll down center and right) Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
Storing, Reviewing, and Erasing Spectra Spectra are automatically saved whenever an Identify process is completed. Spectra are also saved for each background taken and for certain other operations such as fine energy calibration. Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
However, backgrounds should be taken regularly to ensure that the background being subtracted is of the same quality as the spectrum being acquired. As gamma Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
Background. If you need more time, you can use the soft keys to Wait or even Cancel if necessary. If the countdown completes, the system will continue for you. Figure 44: Collecting background - instructions to remove sources Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
K-40 source as well as any isotope regularly present in the background (building materials and so forth). Enabling or disabling Background Subtraction will not affect RIIDEye's ability Note to detect or identify any radiation isotopes normally in the background. Enabling Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
CAUTION An increase of the neutron signal within an area must be always taken as a serious indication of an artificial source of radiation because the presence of neutrons in nature is very rare. Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
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Simple mode. Once the acquisition completes, RIIDEye will automatically generate a report suitable for telephone Reachback detailing the isotopes found and associated information. To Reachback using USB or Satellite, follow the instructions in Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
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Data Storage and Reachback Options on page Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
1436 keV while RIIDEye is X-H & X-HN powered on AutoCal The built in auto calibration routine using the embedded K-40 source is capable of stabilizing RIIDEye's energy calibration across all temperature variations. During Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
47). This alert is to make users aware that AutoCal has paused due to the presence of high radiation, specifically count rates above 6000 cps or 60 cps for energy levels above 1000 keV. Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
Calibrate is selected and press E . On the next screen (see Figure 48 on the right), NTER select the desired source (Cs-137 or Lu-176). After choosing the source, press E NTER to begin the calibration. Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
– they are unique to each detector type and detector. Figure 50: Coarse Calibrate collecting data The soft keys (Cancel) and (Reset) are defined as follows: Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
While not a dose of record device, such as an electronic dosimeter, the dose rate of your RIIDEye is intended to be reasonably accurate across the full energy spectrum. The RIIDEye is calibrated to within 30% of a dose measured at 661 keV. Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
Moving Through the Menu Headers and Entering a Menu Three little white arrows show the possible movements from the initially highlighted menu header icon at the far left tab. The name of the active menu displays in the Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
Moves to the next menu right. If the far right position is reached, the first menu on the left is selected. Enters the menu by selection of the top item. Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
R arrow to increase it. The value is shown both as a IGHT percent and as a bar that goes from empty (0%) to full (100%). The small arrows Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
Note IGHT Any. However, the system will remember the date you entered and if you press the arrow key once more, your edited date will display. Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
(Figure 56). The gray color of this menu indicates that it is a sub-menu of another menu operation. Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
If you are clearing spectra, the process will complete and return you to the Spectral Data menu. However, if you are reviewing spectra, the screen defaults to displaying the spectra with a purple border (see Figure 58). Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
Knowing the kind of nuclides you normally search for will help reduce false identifications. There are four standard lists included, although your Administrator may choose to have different options available. These options include: Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
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It is recommended that this be set to the lowest setting that still gives a comfortably readable display. For operations in bright sunlight, RIIDEye's high contrast screen can usually be set to 70% and still completely viewable. Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
User (see Entering a Password page 13). Exit Leave current menu and returns to last real-time radiation screen, Dial, Finder, Bars or Spectrum. Configuration The Administrator Configuration menu is shown in Figure Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
(< .8 cps) will increase the alarm rate as background or stray neutrons will cause the RIIDEye to alarm frequently. The system will flash the screen and sound an audio alert when this level is reached. Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
(and possibly minute) will automatically be updated when you make this change. Finally, press E to accept the currently shown date and time. NTER Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
U and D arrow keys. When you are done reading the help item, press E again to return to the menu. NTER Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
2. Rate Meter Dial, Radiation Finder, Isotope Bar Graph, Spectral Display: Checking these will allow either User or Admin (depending on which access controls are active) to view these screens during use. Unchecked will hide the screens and make them unavailable until rechecked. Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
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Unchecking the box hides the menu item in the blue Configuration menu. 16. Enable Admin Menu: In the User Access Control menu, Administrators can grant Users access to the Admin menu. This option is not visible in the Admin Access Control menu. Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
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(see below). The duration can be as short as one second to as long as one minute. Care should be taken in that enabling logging will affect system performance and more rapidly deplete storage capacity. The shorter the interval time, the faster RIIDEye's memory storage will fill. Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
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The password used for the Administrator login (see User or Administrator Operation page 14) can be changed by the Administrator. To do this, enter the old password first and then enter the new password, as shown in Figure Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
There is an additional Factory Settings menu that is normally only used at the factory. Under special circumstances, including at Beta test sites, this menu may be enabled, but the details of how to use this menu are beyond the scope of this document. Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
AA batteries or the AC charging adapter to supply DC power to the unit. Be sure to note the type of battery installed and adjust the green Field Settings menu accordingly as either rechargeable (NiMH) or alkaline (alkaline). Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
If for some reason your system is having trouble seeing the peaks – for instance, if the peaks are already far to the right of where they should be - then you can select Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
Reset soft key to initialize all the parameters to defaults. Please be aware that resetting all the parameters will make the calibration take a much longer time than normal. If the unit still fails to calibrate, then please contact the Thermo Scientific Customer Service (see...
If the background measurement data is reasonable, then try to optimize the distance between the source to be identified and the RIIDEye unit while keeping an eye on the dose rate information for personal protection measures. Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
Pull the CF-memory card out of the instrument as described in chapter Compact Flash Card page • Put the CF into the USB adapter and put the adapter into an USB slot of a PC. • Open the Explorer: Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
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7-Zip/extract Here: • Confirm replacement of files “Yes to all”: The extraction will be performed and all files in the config folder will be replaced with the data present at instrument shipment. Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
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• Remove the compact flash from the PC and put it into the instrument. • After power on the instrument will start with the original factory settings and calibration Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
Service to schedule depot repair service. Contact your Thermo Fisher Customer Service or your local dealer for information if you require spare parts. The RIIDEye X does not contain parts that are considered as consumables. Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
Coverage would include complete fine calibration of the instrument to the current detector resolution, estimated remaining useful life before a detector requires replacement, instrument operating software upgrade and any other instrument repairs required. Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
140% 120% 100% • • Figure 69 : Relative response of gamma dose rate, ambient equivalent, H*(10), RIIDEye X-G and -X-GN • Nuclide Identification Specifications • Specifications of Components General Specifications Size 5.3” x 11.2” x 8.4” (135 mm x 285 mm x 215 mm) Weight X-GN: 6.3 lbs (2.86 kg)
3.5”, 320x240 high contrast 32000 color display with LED backlight viewable in all light conditions and with polarized lenses Controls: 7-key custom keypad I/O: Connection via RS232 or via Smart cable for USB, Wireless, and Satellite telephone Clock: Battery-backed-up clock/calendar Thermo Scientific 12/22/2016 RIIDEye DB-099E Operator Manual...
30 W, 15 V Universal AC adapter Vehicle: Connect AC plug through any commercially available 75 W or larger inverter or through 12-V Vehicle adapter, 50 W, 12 V Gamma Detector RIIDEye X-G and GN Crystal: 2" x 2" NaI(Tl) Bias: Integral HV supply from 0 –...