Lightsense DrugDetect-F1 Operating Manual

Methamphetamine/fentanyl detector

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DrugDetect

-F1

™

Methamphetamine/Fentanyl Detector

OPERATING MANUAL

Lightsense Technology, Inc.

975 W Grant Rd, Ste 105, Tucson, AZ 85705

Ph: 888-736-7349

www.lightsensetechnology.com

techsupport@lightsensetechnology.com

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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Page 1 DrugDetect ™ Methamphetamine/Fentanyl Detector OPERATING MANUAL Lightsense Technology, Inc. 975 W Grant Rd, Ste 105, Tucson, AZ 85705 Ph: 888-736-7349 www.lightsensetechnology.com techsupport@lightsensetechnology.com OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS April 2024 – © Copyright 2024, Lightsense Technology, Inc. All rights reserved, worldwide.
Page 2 This manual is provided to assist in the operation and proper maintenance of the DrugDetect-F1 detector. The DrugDetect-F1 detector uses Photoemission/Reflection Spectroscopy to detect fentanyl and methamphetamine by illuminating the target substance at specific wavelengths of ultra-violet (UV) light to activate the relevant target molecules. Photons are returned from the target material(s) and detected and analyzed by the sensor’s electronics.
Page 3: Display Indicators
Three beeps at 200Hz, then power off (no LED light) Internal function test The unit sequences through all lights. After LED light sequence: READY: 2beeps at 500Hz with blue light flashing April 2024 – © Copyright 2024, Lightsense Technology, Inc. All rights reserved, worldwide.
Page 4 Information is stored in the unit’s internal computer memory, allowing software updates, diagnostics, data event storage, and date/time stamping for a permanent record of detection of events. The USB cable interfaces DrugDetect-F1 to a PC and provides comma-delimited data for event/data logging, report generation, and printout. Note that instrument diagnostics are performed prior to executing each scan.
Page 5: Detector Description
• NEVER LOOK DIRECTLY INTO THE LIGHT SOURCES ON THE FRONT DURING OPERATION. • NEVER OPEN THE DETECTOR. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. DETECTOR DESCRIPTION Back of DrugDetect-F1 Blue and Green LEDs Red LEDs Front of DrugDetect-F1 April 2024 – © Copyright 2024, Lightsense Technology, Inc. All rights reserved, worldwide.
Page 7: Light Shield
The DrugDetect-F1 package contains a light shield, which eliminates stray, interfering light (UV portion of the solar spectrum) and provides the correct 2 inch measuring distance to the substance to be measured, and a tool to crush pills inside a plastic bag.
Page 8 16 oz. (0.454 kg) Case color Black Protective Case 4.3” (H) X 7.5” (W) X 9.1” (L) (10.9cm X 19.1cm X 23.1cm) Total weight in case 3.25 pounds (1.5kg) April 2024 – © Copyright 2024, Lightsense Technology, Inc. All rights reserved, worldwide.
Page 9 120 days with unit off; 10 hours scanning with full charge Power source Li-ion rechargeable battery Programming interface USB-C, female Scan switch Membrane switch on top panel April 2024 – © Copyright 2024, Lightsense Technology, Inc. All rights reserved, worldwide.
Page 10: System Start-Up
6. DrugDetect-F1 should be kept as steady as possible during the measurement process and held in a vertical position to the target substance with the light shield in contact with the substance.
Page 11 When the Li-Ion battery is fully discharged, the unit will shut down and require re- charging via the USB connector. (The low battery indicator will beep three times before the unit shuts itself off.) April 2024 – © Copyright 2024, Lightsense Technology, Inc. All rights reserved, worldwide.
Page 12 1.5 mg can be fatal and skin contact or inhalation of powder can be hazardous. 6. NOTE: The DrugDetect-F1 uses ultraviolet light technology, and this wavelength does not penetrate glass objects, such as car windows or glass jars. Up to 3 layers of polyethylene plastic bags (4 mils total) or polyethylene plastic wrap transmit sufficient ultraviolet light to produce an accurate reading.
Page 13 4. Connect the USB-A to USB-C cable between the unit and the PC and wait for any updating your PC might do. 5. Use the Lightsense provided software to access and store data. Data can be downloaded in an Excel CSV format.
Page 14 “Device Found” is illuminated green, and the Battery Level is shown. Additionally, the device serial number is indicated, along with your PC’s time and the device time. If these are different, click “Sync Time” and update the unit’s clock. 2. The lower left window on the screen is where the data files will be listed as shown below (typical data): 3.
Page 15 • Save to CSV button: Click to save a selected file and all of its information to your computer 8. Save to CSV button details: • It is recommended that a Data folder be set up on your desktop or wherever you desire to store the data. © Copyright 2024, Lightsense Technology, Inc. All rights reserved, worldwide.
Page 16: Troubleshooting
4. Cleaning the front quartz window can be performed with a soft cloth and/or a liquid cleaner if the surface is contaminated with fingerprints or foreign matter. Cotton swabs are a suitable alternative for cleaning. © Copyright 2024, Lightsense Technology, Inc. All rights reserved, worldwide.
Page 17: General Care
™ 7,154,102; 8,502,168; 8,848,173; and 9,013,686. BATTERY SAFETY The DrugDetect-F1 is equipped with a Li-ion rechargeable battery pack for long, reliable operation. This battery pack is not user-serviceable. Report any battery malfunction to the factory for proper replacement. CHARGING OPERATION Plug the USB-C cable into the rear panel of the unit, labeled CHG/DATA, and the USB-A end of the cable into a suitable charging source (e.g., Desktop PC or auto USB charge port,) and leave...
Page 19: Warranty
For repairs, simply return the unit (shipping prepaid) directly to the factory or to a Lightsense authorized warranty service center. Refer to section: Service Return Procedure (below). Also, see warranty certificate below.
Page 21: Service Return Procedure
If the DrugDetect-F1 is out of warranty and the customer would like to know the cost of repairs prior to the actual repair work being performed, Lightsense will provide a repair estimate. Nominal charges include $170 US per hour for labor or a flat fee of $500 US for nominal service, depending on the nature of the repair.
Page 22 Thank you for purchasing this product from Lightsense Technology, Inc., designed and manufactured in the USA. Please examine the website below for continually updated information on our DrugDetect products and email us any and all comments or questions at the email address below: Lightsense Technology, Inc.
Page 25 DrugDetect-F1 ® Methamphetamine/Fentanyl Detector Lightsense Technology, Inc. 975 W Grant Rd, STE 105 Tucson, AZ 85705 Ph: 888 736-7349 www.lightsensetechnology.com techsupport@lightsensetechnology.com Designed and Manufactured in the USA © Copyright 2024, Lightsense Technology, Inc. All rights reserved, worldwide.