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Mazur Instruments PRM-8000 User Manual

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PRM-8000
Nuclear Radiation Monitor
Quick Start Guide
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Mazur Instruments PRM-8000 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Radiation DetectedGamma, X-Ray
DisplayLCD
AlarmAudible and visual
Detector TypeGeiger-Mueller tube
UnitsµSv/hr, mR/hr, CPM
Power9V Battery

Summary

Controls, Indicators, and Connections

Device Components Overview

Details the controls, indicators, and connections of the PRM-8000, including LCD, LED, keys, ports, and Geiger-Müller tube window.

Powering On and Off the PRM-8000

Powering On the Device

Explains the procedure for turning on the PRM-8000 using the power button.

Powering Off the Device

Guides on how to properly power down the PRM-8000 unit using the power button or utilities menu.

Monitoring and Home Screen Operation

Power Management Settings

Defines power management settings for LCD and backlight inactivity, including different power levels and low battery conditions.

Home Screen Navigation

Details how to navigate through different measurement screens and access the main menu from the home screen.

Navigating the PRM-8000 Menu System

Menu System Overview

Explains how to navigate the PRM-8000's menu system, including selecting sub-menus and returning to previous screens.

Main Menu Options

Provides an overview of the PRM-8000's main menu options: Timed Measure, Set Units, Settings, Utilities, Ext Audio/Data, Data Logging, and Language.

Function and Setting Configurations

Timed Measure Function

Details how to start a timed measurement and define its duration, offering options from 1 minute to 90 minutes.

Measurement Unit Settings

Allows selection of desired dose rate measurement units such as µR/hr, mR/hr, µSv/hr, CPS, or CPM.

Device Settings Configuration

Configures beeper, LED, alarm thresholds, time/date, power settings, and averaging for low range measurements.

Utilities and Data Management

Device Utilities

Includes options for resetting counters, performing hardware resets, loading factory defaults, and displaying battery/DC voltage.

Calibration Procedure

Details entering the calibration routine requiring two calibrated dose rates (20mR/hr and 200mR/hr).

External Audio/Data Jack

Configures the audio/data jack for headphones, USB interface, or Pulse Out for graphing software.

Data Logging Features

Sets data logging frequency, controls start/stop, shows status, and transmits logged data in CSV format.

Language Selection

Allows the user to select the display language for the PRM-8000, choosing between English and Japanese.

Troubleshooting and Maintenance

Using the Reset Switch

Explains how to reset the PRM-8000 using a paper clip on the reset switch to restore factory defaults.

Alternative Reset Method

Provides an alternative method to reset the device by removing and reinserting the battery after a 30-second wait.

Internal Battery Replacement

Step-by-step guide to safely replace the internal 9-Volt battery, including precautions and reassembly.