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8.7 x 3.2 x 2.1 inches Detector Dimensions: 11.7 oz (320 grams) Detector Weight: PDF and CSV file Data Output Format: 999 timestamps Datalogging Amount: 10 secs to 10 mins (adjustable) Datalogging Sample Rate: 1-year limited warranty Warranty: FORENSICS DETECTORS www.forensicsdetectors.com...
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1. INTRODUCTION You have purchased the FD-VAPE-8100 DATALOGGING VAPE DETECTOR by The FD-VAPE-8100 is an advanced and sensitive FORENSICS DETECTORS vape & smoke detector datalogger that also works for weed, cigarette and other illicit smoking substances. This unit has advanced datalogging features to record and store the values for later analysis and graphing which helps to identify when somebody was vaping or smoking and excellent for proof and evidence purposes.
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RECORDS: Press the SET button to enter the main RECORDS. The table shows you the last recorded data log to memory. If not datalogging, this table will be empty. This is a good way to confirm if datalogging is enabled. FORENSICS DETECTORS www.forensicsdetectors.com...
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CONNECT TO USB. Connect the cable to your computer and to the analyzer. The unit will be detected as a DRIVE: and you can obtain both the PDF and CSV data log files. More on Datalogging in the next section. FORENSICS DETECTORS www.forensicsdetectors.com...
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Type C USB cable to a host computer and obtaining the *.CSV file or *.PDF file. See our YouTube video that walks you through step by step on how to setup datalogging and how to retrieve the data. FORENSICS DETECTORS www.forensicsdetectors.com...
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Indicator Icon will be RED. Do not charge the device in a combustible area. When the unit is ON, the unit can be charged, and will operate with USB power, as indicated by the POWER icon in Yellow residing next to the battery icon. FORENSICS DETECTORS www.forensicsdetectors.com...
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Identify suitable openings (e.g., under doors, through vents, joint seams). b. Use the device's metal barb to direct intake samples. - Allow the unit to sample for a minimum of 60 seconds, preferably 2-3 minutes for more reliable data. FORENSICS DETECTORS www.forensicsdetectors.com...
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- Note any heat sources or temperature changes in the testing area. 4. Cooking Residue: - Recent cooking, especially frying or grilling, can produce particles similar to smoke. Be aware of proximity to kitchens or food preparation areas. FORENSICS DETECTORS www.forensicsdetectors.com...
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• Slight increase (10-50%): Possible light or distant vape or smoking. • Moderate increase (50-200%): Recent & moderate vape or smoking likely. • Large increase (>200%): Strong evidence of recent, vape or smoking. FORENSICS DETECTORS www.forensicsdetectors.com...
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