SPECTRA-1 User Manual
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1. ies INC pkitechnologies com n PKL LIL Technologies Inc SPECTRA 1 453 PPMM CHL 267M NII 91 LVL alal RJ45 Ethernet weatherproof connector used by manufacturer only USB weatherproof connector logged data downloading Sealed on off power switch Sealed RS232 com port serial data out PKL Technologies Inc pkitechnologies com Spectra 1 Side View product label placement Class 1 Laser Emission 140 15 5121 Complies with FDA performance standards for laser products except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No 50 dated June 24 2007 PKL Technologies Inc POWER INPUT Model Specira 1 12VDC JA MAX Serial Mig Date Made in Canada CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT PKL Technologies Inc pkitechnologies com Warranty PKL Technologies Inc hereby represents and warrants all Products manufactured by PKL Technologies Inc to be free from defects in workmanship or material during a period of twelve 12 months from the date of delivery If any Product proves however to be defective in workmanship or material within the period herein provided PKL Technologies Inc undertakes to the exclusion of any other remedy to repair or at its own option replace the defective Product or part thereof free of charge and otherwise on the same conditions as for the original Product or part without extension to or2. K PKL Technologies Inc SPECTRA 1 User Manual Rev D Update 2 2012 About This Manual i PKL Technologies Inc pkitechnologies com Document Purpose and Intended Audience This document provides the user of Spectra 1 portable gas analyzer with instructions for setting up and performing industrial and environmental open path real time measurements of select gases Spectra 1 is a compact weather resistant design suitable for open path ambient air and fence line monitoring applications Document Summary Chapter Description Chapter 1 User Information Warranty Contains descriptive information about Spectra 1 open path laser based gas detection instrument Warranty description Chapter 2 Set up and operation Provides set up and installation instructions System configuration and user settings overview Chapter 3 Troubleshooting Contains recommended steps to isolate and correct common problems Chapter 4 Specifications Contains technical specifications and connector pinouts for Spectra 1 E j PKL Technologies Inc pkitechnologies com Chapter 1 User Information Caution use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure Class 1 Laser Product Spectra 1 contains no user serviceable components All service work to be performed by PKL Technologies Inc personnel onl
3. After warm up period display reads This takes as long as the data averaging period setting 1 second After warm up display will read no data available if not in alignment with retro reflector Proper alignment with the retro reflector will produce the following normal operational display output Signal Level LVL should fall between 10 and 75 for best operation Configuration Menu Spectra 1 Options Press CONFIG MENU key to enter Spectra 1 options Use the arrow keys A Y to select the menu item you wish to change Scrolling menu Press the ENTER SELECT key to make change After making a change press the ENTER SELECT key Press the RUN key to return to normal Spectra 1 operation Cac v v gt PKL Technologies Inc pkltechnologies com lt ENTER gt Do not change Factory Calibration E PKL Technologies Inc lt ENTER gt wa j PKL Technologies Inc pkltechnologies com CONFIG MENU Items Description Distance to refl Distance between Spectra 1 and the retro reflector PPM or PPMM Change from PPM mode to PPM M mode Set averaging Set Spectra 1 averaging from 2 to 60 seconds Max signal level Maximum signal level setting for data analysis Min signal level Minimum signal level setting for data analysis Com settings Baud rates 2400 9600 19200 38400 57600 115200 230400 Logging options Enable or disable internal data logging 168MB allocated Data log dump Interna
4. iginal warranty time Defective parts replaced in accordance with this clause shall be placed at the disposal of PKL Technologies Inc PKL Technologies Inc also warrants the quality of all repair and service works performed by its employees to products sold by it In case the repair or service works should appear inadequate or faulty and should this cause malfunction or nonfunction of the product to which the service was performed PKL Technologies Inc shall at its free option either repair or have repaired or replace the product in question The working hours used by employees of PKL Technologies inc for such repair or replacement shall be free of charge to the client This service warranty shall be valid for a period of six 6 months from the date the service measures were completed The warranty is however subject to the following conditions a A substantiated written claim as to any alleged defects shall have been received by PKL Technologies Inc within thirty 30 days after the defect or fault became known This warranty does not however apply when the defect has been caused through a Normal wear and tear or accident b Misuse or other unsuitable or unauthorized use of the Product or negligence or error in storing maintaining or in handling the Product or any equipment thereof c Wrong installation or assembly or failure to service the Product or otherwise follow PKL Technologies Inc service instructions including any repairs or in
5. ired Q Stable Spectra 1 Mounting Ensure Spectra 1 and reflector are suitably mounted to eliminate alignment problems Q Please consult with factory for any problems encountered Your help will provide for a more extensive and detailed troubleshooting guide PKL Technologies Inc kitechnologies com Chapter 4 Specifications Spectra 1 Dimensions PKL Technologies Inc pkltechnologies com 363 53 14 3121 263 53 10 3751 140 55121 i POWER INPUT Power Input Pinout NDC 2A Pin 1 12VDC Pin 2 COMMON Power Supply or Battery EARTH Earth Shield Internal connection to Spectra 1 enclosure RS232 Serial Output standard j PKL Technolog DB9 Male Connector Pin 1 Pin 2 Pin 3 Pin 4 Pin 5 Pin 6 Pin 7 Pin 8 Pin 9 NC les Inc m Rx Tx NC Ground Ch NC iai NC NC NC RS485 Serial Output optional DB9 Male Connector Pin 1 NC Pin 2 TXD RXD Pin 3 Ground Pin 4 NC Pin 5 Ground Pin 6 NC Pin 7 TXD RXD Pin 8 NC Pin 9 NC
6. lly logged data transfer to USB memory stick Calibration Do not change factory settings Spectra 1 settings Serial output of internal settings of Spectra 1 Laser Temperature Set laser diode temperature set point future development Display IP address Display IP address when connected to Ethernet Periods to average Internal sampling rate Do not adjust Minimum r2 filter Filter to display data with a minimum r2 value Data log space Internal data logging memory remaining Serial data debug Serial data debug data string output via serial port leave disabled Serial Data Output Logging Format 2007 03 12 2007 03 12 14 MDT 0x00000001 NH3 0 46 0 00 ppmm 2 18 MDT 0x00000001 NH3 0 38 0 00 ppmm 2 2007 03 12 22 MDT 0x00000001 NH3 0 41 0 00 ppmm 2 2007 03 12 11 37 26 MDT 0x00000001 NH3 0 31 0 00 ppmm 2 2007 03 12 11 37 30 MDT 0x00000001 NH3 0 35 0 00 ppmm 21 Formatis t s g r p w P T d c e 1 h t time with time zone 24 hour clock s status code see below jas species veraged r squared value p averaged gas concentration ppm m or ppm units signal level d distance to retro reflector meters umber of samples in averaging period number of times we tried to get a sample set but did not number of low signal level samples also included in e h number of high signal level samples also included in e PKL Technologies Inc pkltechnologies com Status code
7. s 0x00000001 Normal Signal Present 0x00000002 No Signal Present 0x00000004 Low Signal Level 0x00000008 High Signal Level 0x00000010 Unstable Signal Level Both High and Low Signal Levels 0x00000020 Log File Full Less than 10MB Free Space Power Connection Input power connection cable supplied C16 1 series Amphenol PN T3109 081 Pin 1 12VDC Pin 2 EARTH Earth Shield Internal connection to Spectra 1 enclosure CAUTION Reverse polarity could cause damage to Spectra 1 PKL Technologies Inc pkltechnologies com USB Data Download When internal logging is enabled stored data may be downloaded to a USB memory stick for data analysis A new data file is created for each 24 hr period Step 1 Insert USB memory stick 512 MB into USB port Step 2 Press CONFIG MENU key to enter Spectra 1 options menu list Step 3 Scroll down to gt Data log dump press ENTER key Step 4 Dump data to USB select Yes press ENTER key Step 5 USB already inserted press any key data download starts Step 6 After download complete press ENTER remove memory stick PKL Tech Serial Port Connection Connect serial port cable DB 9 female female from RS232 output on Spectra 1 to com port on laptop or desktop computer A null modem cable is required In the case that there is no DB 9 serial port available a USB serial adapter may be used Plugable USB Serial Converter works well The
8. serial port connection speed is set in the CONFIG MENU set up of Spectra 1 This is outlined in the Configuration Menu section Once connection is established Spectra 1 DataView or HyperTerminal may be used Data bits 8 Parity none Stop bits 1 Flow control none ies INC pkitechnologies com nolog CI LS A Plugable USB serial adapter Spectra 1 DataView Program for Data display and logging PKL Technologies Inc pkitechnologies com Chapter 3 Troubleshooting Common Problems Power Connection Ensure 12VDC at Pin 1 of input power connector Gnd connection at Pin 2 Serial Port Communication Check baud rate setting and correct DB 9 cable connection Check com port settings on laptop or desktop computer USB Data Download Ensure USB memory stick has adequate memory space available Low Signal Level Check for alignment with retro reflector array Ensure Spectra 1 and retro reflector windows are clean Verify IR laser output with IR sensor card Lumitek Model No Q 32 R Check for clear obstruction free optical path Verify operation with reflective tape red white at close range 3 meters e High Signal Level Remove retro reflector elements to reduce signal level Rotate reflective tape with respect to Spectra 1 for short range use Red white reflective tape for very short range lt 8 meters Grey Reflexite for 8 to 25 meters tilt or rotation of Reflexite tape may be requ
9. stallation or assembly or service made by unauthorized personnel not approved by PKL Technologies Inc or replacements with parts not manufactured or supplied by PKL Technologies Inc d Modifications or changes of the Product as well as adding to it without PKL Technologies Inc prior authorization e Other factors depending on the Customer or a third party Notwithstanding the aforesaid PKL Technologies Inc liability under this clause shall not apply to any defects arising out of materials designs or instructions provided by the Customer This warranty is expressly in lieu of and excludes all other conditions warranties and liabilities express or implied whether under law statute or otherwise j PKL Technologies Inc pkitechnologies com Chapter 2 Set up and Operation Selecting Location Spectra 1 is an open path gas sensing instrument A clear line of sight between Spectra 1 and the retro reflector is required The sensing path may be as short as 1 meter or as long as 1000 meters The retro reflector requirements will vary with the path length For short paths up to 20 meters Reflexite may be used This retro reflective tape is very useful but has a limited range due to the reflected field of view For long path applications hollow retro reflectors are used Please consult with PKL Technologies Inc support for recommendations Retro reflector Positioning Both tripod mounting and permanent mounting of the re
10. tro reflector single and multiple require simple alignment with Spectra 1 Position the retro reflector facing Spectra 1 with as little tilt as possible both horizontally and vertically This will ensure highest returned signal strength Spectra 1 Positioning Spectra 1 is placed on a tripod with an adjustable mount or on a permanent mounting location also with an adjustable mount The adjustable mount is used to aim Spectra 1 By looking through the alignment scope one centers the remote retro reflector using the fine adjustments on the mount After the retro reflector is centered small adjustments may be required to adjust to the desired signal level This will be done after Spectra 1 is powered up Note At short path lengths the scope will center above the reflective element Reflexite PKL Technologies Inc pkltechnologies com Spectra 1 placed on tripod with adjustable mount Retro reflector is in background Path length minimized for this photo pkltechnologies com j PKL Technologies Inc Spectra 1 Start up F Connect supplied power cable to Spectra 1 and to a 12VDC source A 12 volt battery pack may be used or a 12 volt DC power supply capable of gt 3 Amps Power switch is turned on Spectra 1 will display CRE This will be displayed during internal computer boot up approximately 2 minutes PKL Technologies Inc pkltechnologies com After Spectra 1 booting period display reads
11. y Return Spectra 1 to PKL Technologies Inc for any service or repair work Spectra 1 is not to be opened or modified in any way broken seal will void warranty Do not operate Spectra 1 if the unit is not complete or seal is broken No scheduled maintenance required for continued Class 1 compliance Please refer to Chapter 2 for proper instrument set up and operation failure to do so may cause instrument damage or inaccurate data reported This Laser Product is designated as Class 1 during all procedures of operation Spectra 1 Serial Number Wavelength nm Laser Power for classification lt 10 mW Beam Diameter lt 20mm at aperture Divergence gt 1 5 mrad Transverse Beam Mode TEMOO Emissions Continuous Wave Tested By Test date Spectra 1 User Interface Rear Panel View Spotting scope e Spectra 1 alignment with retro reflector 2 X 20 character LCD display e gas concentration ppm or ppm m e distance to retro reflector signal level bar graph signal level reading e configuration menu display Keypad for system configuration e distance to retro reflector e gas concentration ppm or ppm m e averaging time 1 to 999 seconds e maximum signal level set i e 95 minimum signal level set i e 2 e RS232 com port setting baud rate logging options logged data transfer USB memory stick calibration settings e Spectra 1 settings output display IP address PKL Technolog
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