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- Page 1 INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE PERSONAL RADIATION DETECTOR Version 7 March 2024 Firmware Release 113 D-tect Systems A Division of Ludlum Measurements, Inc. 313 W. 12800 South, Ste 302 Draper, UT 84020 www.dtectsystems.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
DX-View Software ....................... 5 2.3.2 DX-Dashboard and DX-Dashboard Setup Tool ............5 Operation ..........................6 Maximizing Battery Life ....................6 Recharging the MiniRad-DX .................... 6 Startup ..........................7 Communication Icons ..................... 8 Graph Screen ........................9 Main Menu Screen ......................10 Device Menu ......................... -
Page 3: Introduction
The MiniRad-DX is a handheld PRD (personal radiation detector) that detects emissions from radioactive material. The MiniRad-DX system can operate as a stand-alone detector or as the roving detection part of a larger MiniRad-DX and Rad-DX network for monitoring a building or facility. -
Page 4: Configuration
Configuration 2.1 Box Contents Figure 1: MiniRad-DX Handheld Radiation Detector Other hardware components packaged with each MiniRad-DX include: Mini USB Cable USB Power Adapter Holster Table 1: Additional MiniRad-DX Hardware Document Number: V024944_07_Mini_Rad-DX_Manual.docx Date: 3/18/2024 Page: 4 of 25 •... -
Page 5: Networking Options
2.2 Networking Options For information on networking the MiniRad-DX, see the manual for the desired monitoring software (DX- View desktop or DX-Dashboard web). 2.3 Software Monitoring Options Two different software applications are available to monitor and configure MiniRad-DX radiation detectors. -
Page 6: Operation
3.1 Maximizing Battery Life The MiniRad-DX battery can last up to 130 hours with the mesh radio turned off, the GPS capability turned off, and displays set to sleep after one minute. Turning up screen brightness, keeping displays on longer, turning on the mesh radio, or turning on GPS will shorten battery life. -
Page 7: Startup
3.3 Startup To power on your MiniRad-DX, press and hold the power button for about 1 second. The first screen to appear will be the Home screen. Use the buttons located below the front LCD screen to navigate through the available menu screens. -
Page 8: Communication Icons
Battery: The battery icon is split into 5 segments. Each segment represents 20 percent of the total capacity of the battery. This icon will change to a battery symbol with a lightning bolt when the MiniRad-DX is plugged into a USB port. This indicates that the device is charging. When 20 percent or less of the battery is remaining, the icon will turn red, indicating a low battery. -
Page 9: Graph Screen
When the device is powered on, the graph shows an average one second dose rate for the first 30 seconds. Graph Window Figure 5: Front Screen Graph Document Number: V024944_07_Mini_Rad-DX_Manual.docx Date: 3/18/2024 Page: 9 of 25 • • D-tect Systems 11814 South Election Rd. Suite 200, Draper, UT 84020 (801) 260-4000... -
Page 10: Main Menu Screen
Press the upper left button again to close the main menu and return to the home screen. Figure 6: Menu Screen Document Number: V024944_07_Mini_Rad-DX_Manual.docx Date: 3/18/2024 Page: 10 of 25 • • D-tect Systems 11814 South Election Rd. Suite 200, Draper, UT 84020 (801) 260-4000... -
Page 11: Device Menu
Default Value Display Units mrem/hr, CPS, µSv/hr mrem/hr Mesh Enable On, Off Figure 7: Device Menu Document Number: V024944_07_Mini_Rad-DX_Manual.docx Date: 3/18/2024 Page: 11 of 25 • • D-tect Systems 11814 South Election Rd. Suite 200, Draper, UT 84020 (801) 260-4000... -
Page 12: Gps Menu
DX-View software. Settable Parameters Parameter Range Default Value GPS Enable On, Off Figure 8: GPS Menu Document Number: V024944_07_Mini_Rad-DX_Manual.docx Date: 3/18/2024 Page: 12 of 25 • • D-tect Systems 11814 South Election Rd. Suite 200, Draper, UT 84020 (801) 260-4000... -
Page 13: Alerts Menu
3.9 Alerts Menu When the MiniRad-DX senses gamma or x-ray radiation, the front LCD screen will display the alarm level and dose rate. The top screen will display either the dose rate or a 0-9 alarm level depending on configuration, and the sound and vibration alarms will be activated. -
Page 14: Accumulative Dose
3.9.1 Accumulative Dose To view the total dose, the MiniRad-DX device needs to be configured with the DX-View software. See the DX-View Manual version 3 or later for more information. The MiniRad-DX measures accumulative dose levels for each device and displays them on the home screen. -
Page 15: Alarm Options
Figure 13: Home Screen with Alarm Triggered 3.9.3 Setting Alarm Levels Alarm levels can be set on the MiniRad-DX using either the DX-View or DX-Dashboard software. Alarm mrem/hr uSv/hr Level 0.035... -
Page 16: Optional 1 - 9 Top Display
0.04 0.055 0.55 0.065 0.65 0.35 Figure 15: Optional 1 - 9 Alarm Level Default Settings Document Number: V024944_07_Mini_Rad-DX_Manual.docx Date: 3/18/2024 Page: 16 of 25 • • D-tect Systems 11814 South Election Rd. Suite 200, Draper, UT 84020 (801) 260-4000... -
Page 17: Display Menu
MiniRad-DX. 3.10.1 Date & Time Settings The default time setting for the MiniRad-DX is GMT (Greenwich Mean Time). Use the DX-View software to set the date and desired time zone. Settable Parameters... -
Page 18: Sleep Modes
The sleep timer options are: 30 seconds, 1 minute, 5 minutes, and never. Enabling sleep modes allows for the device to function longer between charges. Regardless of the sleep settings, the MiniRad-DX will sound alarms and then wake the displays if radiation above the set threshold is encountered. -
Page 19: Effective Center Of Detector
3.11 Effective Center of Detector The target symbol on the back label of the MiniRad-DX represents the most sensitive portion of the detector, which is also referred to as the effective center of detection. Always point the back of the detector toward the material or item you are measuring or scanning. -
Page 20: Usb Port
View software. Connect the USB cable to the MiniRad-DX and the USB power adapter, and then insert the USB power adapter into an electrical outlet to charge the internal battery. Connect the USB cable to the MiniRad-DX and to your PC running the DX-View software to configure and set alarm settings on the MiniRad-DX. -
Page 21: Specifications
(1) Battery life testing was completed with GPS and SensorNet radio turned off. Enabling these features will reduce actual battery life. (2) The MiniRad-DX uses a built-in rechargeable battery that, due to safety concerns, is not replaceable. Therefore, D-tect claims an exemption from ANSI 42.32 Section 5.15.1. -
Page 22: Compliance Requirements
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Document Number: V024944_07_Mini_Rad-DX_Manual.docx Date: 3/18/2024 Page: 22 of 25 • • D-tect Systems 11814 South Election Rd. Suite 200, Draper, UT 84020 (801) 260-4000... -
Page 23: Technical Support
For any technical questions, you are encouraged to contact your distributor, or you may also contact us directly. Phone: 801-260-4000 Email: techsupport@dtectsystems.com Document Number: V024944_07_Mini_Rad-DX_Manual.docx Date: 3/18/2024 Page: 23 of 25 • • D-tect Systems 11814 South Election Rd. Suite 200, Draper, UT 84020 (801) 260-4000... -
Page 24: Warranty For D-Tect System Products
You will receive directions on how to mail the Product to D-tect Systems. All Products shipped to D-tect Systems must be shipped with freight and insurance prepaid. Along with the Product you must include a receipt, bill of sale, Document Number: V024944_07_Mini_Rad-DX_Manual.docx... - Page 25 . Patent and Software Provisions D-tect Systems will defend at its own expense, any suit brought against you to the extent that it is based on a claim that the Products infringe a United States patent. D-tect Systems will pay those costs and damages finally awarded against you in any such suit which is attributable to any such claim.
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