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ORTEC
®
Detective-EX/DX
®
-100T
Portable Neutron and Gamma Nuclide Identifier
User’s Manual
Printed in U.S.A. ORTEC Part No. 931040 1014
Manual Revision P

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ORTEC Detective-EX-100T Specifications

General IconGeneral
Detector TypeHigh-Purity Germanium (HPGe)
Energy Range3 keV to 3 MeV
Dimensions10.8 cm x 10.8 cm x 28.7 cm (4.25" x 4.25" x 11.3")
Weight4.5 kg (10 lb)
Energy Resolution< 1.8 keV at 1.33 MeV
Resolution< 850 eV at 5.9 keV < 1.8 keV at 1.33 MeV
Cooling SystemElectrically cooled
Power Requirements12 VDC, 5 A
InterfaceUSB, Ethernet
SoftwareORTEC GammaVision
Operating Temperature-20°C to +50°C

Summary

WARRANTY

Repair Service

Procedures for returning instruments for repair, including authorization and shipping.

Damage in Transit

Instructions for examining shipments for damage and notifying carriers and AMT.

ADDITIONAL WARRANTY STATEMENT

Important Note on Regional Settings

Critical note on configuring Windows Mobile settings to avoid operational problems.

1. INTRODUCTION

1.1. Monitoring Modes

Overview of the five radioactivity-monitoring modes of the Detective-EX.

1.2. Hardware Features

Details the integrated computer, touchscreen, and power options of the Detective-EX.

1.4. File Storage, Transfer, and Viewing

Covers storing, transferring, and viewing spectra and search files.

2. THE DETECTIVE-EX/DX-100T

2.1. Unpacking and Setup

Lists the contents of the shipping box and initial setup steps.

2.2.1. Front Panel Features

Details the ON/OFF Button and SD Card Slot on the front panel.

2.2.2. Rear-Panel Connectors

Describes the INPUT POWER, DATA, CONTROL, and Headphone connectors.

2.3. The Docking Station

Details the docking station's features, connectors, and indicators.

2.4. The PAC-II Charger

2.5. The Automobile Accessory Adapter

Details the use of 12V adapters for power and charging.

2.6. Internal and External Power

Explains the Detective-EX's power sources and their usage.

2.7. Operating Cautions and Notes

General cautions regarding user-serviceable parts, shock, environment, and maintenance.

2.8. Startup and Cooldown

Outlines steps for starting and cooling down the Detective-EX.

2.9. The User Interface

2.9.1. Instrument Status Indicators

Explains the status displays for date/time, GPS, dead time, battery, and storage.

2.11. Checking the Calibration

Explains the importance and procedure for checking the instrument's calibration.

2.12. Running A New Background After Calibration

Details the mandatory background measurement after calibration.

2.13. Restricting Access to Advanced Settings

How to set a password to restrict access to advanced settings.

3. RADIATION MONITORING

3.1. Survey Mode

Describes the passive monitoring capabilities and display in Survey Mode.

3.2. Identification Mode

Details the process of identifying radionuclides.

3.3. Search Mode

Instructions for using the Search Mode strip-chart emulation.

3.4. Monitor Mode

Instructions for using the Monitor Mode.

4. IDENTIFICATION MESSAGES AND RADIONUCLIDE LIBRARY

4.1. Comments on Classify Mode Messages

Explains the criteria for specific Classify ID Display Mode messages.

4.1.1. Comments on Found Nuclide Messages

Discusses the "RDD Detected" message and its implications.

5. ADVANCED SETUP

5.1. Advanced Setup — Page 1

Overview of the first page of advanced setup options.

5.1.2. Turn Cooler Off/On

Instructions for turning the cooler on or off.

5.1.3. Manual Calibration

Starts the manual calibration routine for electronics adjustment.

5.1.3.3. Perform Background Measurement

Final step of calibration, re-measuring background.

5.1.4. Background Measurement Setup

5.1.6. Recall Spectra

Views stored .SPC spectrum files and their associated reports.

5.3. Advanced Setup — Page 3

5.3.3. Spectra Settings

Sets sample description, file storage location, and file formats.

5.3.3.4. File Save Format

Chooses between ORTEC and ANSI N42.42 file formats.

6. FILE TRANSFER TO COMPUTER

6.1. Windows 8 and 7 File Transfer

Steps for transferring files using Windows Mobile Device Center.

6.2. Windows XP File Transfer

Steps for transferring files using ActiveSync on Windows XP.

7. TROUBLESHOOTING

7.1. “Error Saving .SPC File” Message

Solutions for errors when saving spectrum files to SD card or My Documents.

7.2. If the DetectiveEX Program Stops

How to restart the program if it becomes unresponsive.

7.4. If the Detective-EX Will Not Turn On

Troubleshooting steps for power-on issues.

7.8. Calibration Issues

Addresses problems with calibration taking too long or not completing.

7.9. GPS Issues

7.10. Windows Connectivity Problems

Solutions for issues connecting the unit to a computer.

8. USING THE DETECTIVE-EX WITH ORTEC SPECTRUM ANALYSIS PROGRAMS

8.1. Connecting the Detective-EX to a Computer

How to connect the unit to a computer for MCA mode.

8.2. Quantitative Analysis

Using collected data for quantitative analysis with software.

8.3. Detective-EX MCB Properties in MAESTRO

Discusses hardware setup dialogs within MAESTRO.

8.3.8. Status Monitoring

8.3.9. Presets Configuration

Sets acquisition presets like Live Time and ROI Peak.

9. SPECIFICATIONS

System and Detector Specifications

Covers conversion gain, shaping time, linearity, overload recovery, and filter.

Cooler and Detector Details

Describes cooler reliability, detector dimensions, and neutron detector.

Gamma Dose-Rate Determination

Explains how gamma dose rate is determined across a wide range.

9.1. Electrical and Mechanical Specifications

Details dimensions, weight, shock tolerance, and operating environment.

9.2. Connectors

Rear-Panel Connectors

Describes DATA, CONTROL, INPUT POWER, and Headphone connectors.

9.3. Docking Station

Docking Station Features

Details calibration source, power input, and power supply cable.

9.4. PAC-II Power Adapter/Charger

PAC-II Power Details

Describes power inputs, output cable, and charger status LEDs.

9.6. Shipping the Detective-EX

Instructions on turning off the cooler before shipping.

9.7. Long-Term Shutdown/Storage

Recommendations for maintaining vacuum integrity during storage.

10. CHANGING THE INTERNAL BATTERY

Battery Replacement Procedure

Outlines the steps for replacing the internal battery.

11. CALIBRATION SOURCE STATEMENT

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