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General| Brand | GE |
|---|---|
| Model | RSDetection RS-S131-200-ER0000 |
| Category | Measuring Instruments |
| Language | English |
Describes the main components of the RSDetection unit, including the ion chamber, electrometer, and DAQ board.
Explains the HPIC as a sensitive detector for gamma radiation, ionizing gas to generate current.
Details how the electrometer converts ion chamber current to a readable value for the DAQ board.
Details the DAQ board's function in gathering sensor data, processing, and storing it.
Explains how unit behavior is driven by configurations associated with events and measurements.
Defines events as data entities with states, triggering actions like logging or notification upon state changes.
Describes scalar measurements as numerical values representing actual data, with specific unit types and formatting.
Covers measurements that don't fit numerical quantities, like battery data or meteorological sensors.
Discusses the ASCII command set compatible with prior gamma monitoring products, used via serial communication.
Introduces XML commands for configuring the unit, supporting measurements, and events via XML elements.
Explains how the unit can send information to a computer without a command, triggered by events or measurements.
Details how data is stored in a database comprising five tables: Configuration, Events, ScalarMeasurement, Composite Measurement, EventStates.
Covers the dedicated 10-pin circular connector for serial port COM3, including default configuration and optional cables.
Details the 10-pin connector for RS-232 communication, its default settings, and optional adapter cables.
Explains the USB-B connection for direct PC communication, appearing as a virtual serial port (COM2).
Describes how USB-A to serial adapters create additional COM ports (COM1, COM4) for communication.
Discusses network connection via RJ-45 connector, requiring IP address configuration for testing and lab environments.
Outlines the installation requirement of the Configuration Utility on a computer for operating the RSDetection unit.
Explains that firmware is pre-installed but can be reprogrammed via the Configuration Utility over a network connection.
Provides steps for updating the Operating System (CoreLoad) and RSDetection firmware using the Configuration Utility.
Covers limited maintenance, primarily periodic calibration and optional battery replacement procedures.
Recommends periodic calibration and refers to the Calibration section for detailed procedures.
Describes a rapid method for checking sensor calibration stability using a known isotopic source.
Details the steps for safely removing and replacing the unit's optional internal battery.
Explains the design and operational principles of the High-Pressure Ion Chamber (HPIC) for gamma radiation detection.
Discusses how the unit's response varies with gamma ray photon energy, ideally aiming for an "air-like" response.
Explains the calculation of correction factors ("F" factors) to compensate for the detector's non-ideal energy response.
Details the saturation voltage required to ensure all generated ions are measured for linear output with exposure rate.
Covers key measurement characteristics like accuracy, calibration accuracy, temperature drift, statistical, and directional response.
Lists the functions available within the Configuration Utility: Events, Measurements, Configurations, Plots, Event Log, and History.
Describes the main menu bar and its options for interacting with the unit, including File, Database, Utilities, and Help menus.
Details options within the File menu, such as uploading firmware, saving/restoring configurations, and exiting the utility.
Covers database management functions like viewing statistics and deleting measurement or event records.
Explains utilities for managing unit time, ID, and restarting the unit, accessed via the Utilities menu.
Describes the Help menu, typically containing an "About" option for utility version information.
Provides an overview of the different tabs within the Configuration Utility for managing unit settings.
Displays the current status of unit events, including event name, state, and time.
Shows current unit measurements, their values, and timestamps, updating at specified recording intervals.
Allows viewing and customizing configurations for various unit components, filtered by category.
Lists general, read-only properties common to all configurations, such as Date Modified, Name, and Type.
Details properties governing scalar measurements, including logging, notification, and units.
Outlines parameters for composite measurements, similar to scalar measurements regarding logging and notification.
Describes parameters for event configuration, including logging on change and notification settings.
Details parameters specific to alarms, including enabling alarms, setting alarm levels, and measurement names.
Covers configuration parameters for serial ports, such as baud rate, number of bits, and parity.
Lists system-wide properties like bias voltage, logging, and notification enable settings.
Explains parameters for configuring serial displays connected to the unit, including communication port and enabled status.
Details parameters for configuring an optional meteorological sensor for data collection.
Enables real-time visualization of system measurements on graphs, with options for clearing, logging, and scaling axes.
Allows viewing detailed event logs within a specified time frame and saving the data to a text file.
Displays historical data for a specific measurement over a selected time period, viewable in graph or list format.
Defines the calibration procedure's purpose: testing the sensor in the low range and identifying RAC parameter adjustments.
Lists necessary equipment and describes the physical setup required for performing sensor calibration tests.
Details the steps to record sensor sensitivity at various increments after equipment setup.
Explains how to calculate sensor sensitivity using calibration data and provides formulas and methods.
Provides an example calculation for exposure rate, sensor sensitivity, and coefficient of variation.
Introduces Extensible Markup Language (XML) as a format for data structures, commands, and responses between computers and the unit.
Guides users through installing the RSDetection Configuration Utility software onto their computer.
Provides troubleshooting steps for issues arising from PC or network configurations affecting the utility.
Addresses the problem of the discovery screen not showing units, often due to network UDP broadcast restrictions.
Troubleshoots issues where measurements or plots fail to update, typically caused by firewalls blocking communication.
Details the pin configurations for external connectors like Power, Serial, USB, and Ethernet.
Describes the power connector pinout and voltage requirements, emphasizing weatherproof connections.
Explains the 10-pin connector for serial ports A and B, including pinouts and cable options.
Details the standard USB Type B connector used for PC connection and utility software.
Describes the two USB Type A connectors used for connecting USB hubs or adapters.
Covers the RJ-45 Ethernet port for network connectivity, requiring appropriate IP configuration.
Lists external devices supported by the RSDetection, such as meteorological stations and USB-to-serial adapters.
Provides step-by-step instructions for downloading and installing FTDI VCP drivers for USB-to-serial adapters.
Lists various system models, power supply cordsets, external cables, and miscellaneous accessories with their part numbers.
Explains the use of a subset of serial commands from older units, for compatibility with existing systems.
Lists which legacy commands are supported and unsupported for the RSDetection firmware.
Details the "D", "L", and "E" commands for computing dose rate and retrieving status information.
Describes the "M" commands used for transmitting data buffers and resetting the data buffer.
Explains the "A" commands used for setting recording intervals, restarting the unit, and setting phone numbers.
Covers "P" commands for configuring various parameters like wind speed, direction, pressure, voltage, and temperature.
Mentions "C" commands for clearing data queues, noting they are not supported for database-kept data.
Details "Q" commands for displaying queue data within specified date and time ranges.
Explains "S" commands to display current calculated values for all sensors per second.
Covers "T" commands for setting or viewing the unit's date and time.
Describes "U" commands that return the total operating minutes of the unit.
Explains "V" commands that return the firmware version and IP address of the unit.
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