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Model 915 palmRADII Nuclear Radiation Meter
Software
palmRAD II Survey is the software package included with the Model 915. It’s primary purpose is to configure and enable a survey and to provide Data Logging records of radiological measurements taken during the course of that survey. This provides a documented, time stamped report showing the full history of a survey, any special events during the survey, and the measurement data recorded. Reports from multiple surveys can be organized into folders for ease of reference, and can be exported for further analysis, using tools such as Excel.
A survey may be set up as a “Pre-Defined” survey, meaning that a number of locations are known before hand to be the areas where data must be recorded, or as an “Ad-Hoc survey” for which the specific locations of interest for data collection are not known beforehand (e.g. an incident or unique event), and can be defined as the survey is performed and the detail becomes known. Two special cases of Ad-Hoc surveys, the “vehicle” and “treatment” surveys allow for ease of reporting in tracking the history of a vehicle used for survey operations, or of the history of patient’s treatment history.
A flow Chart of the process is shown below:
Standard Windows Functionality
Import or Export Data (Users, Profiles, Survey Results, etc.)
Output Data to Excel
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Features
• Newly Developed Solid State Detector
• Ultra Rugged and Responsive
• Water-Submersible Enclosure
• Full Data Logging Capabilities
• Low Cost / Unit - Replaces 2 Survey Tools
• Alarm Features for Emergency Responders
• Limited Requirements for Calibration
• Rugged Stainless Steel Enclosure (Drop Tested)
• Immune to Radio Frequency Interface
Applications
• Site Survey of Background Radiation Levels
• Field Measurements by Non-Technical Users
• NRC and State Health Quarterly Survey Requirements
• Establishing Baseline Data
• First Responders with Exposure Concerns
• Emergency Services
• HAZMAT & EMT Support
• Treaty Compliance Verification
• Dirty Bomb Screening
palmRAD Product Family Featured in the New York Times
Handy Radiation Pager / Survey Meter Selection Chart
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The palmRAD II is the latest addition to a growing family of handheld radiation detectors. The palmRAD II is much more than a survey meter. It gives users the traditional capabilities found in survey meters married to a feature-packed architecture that allows faster, less burdensome radiation control. The included software, SmartSuite 2010, gives the management team in your program visibility to all the relevant information and the ability to control processes on the fly.
The palmRAD II provides configuration and management tools to the administrator and allows controlled operation by the end users. This adminstrative control leads to more reliable surveys, radiological mapping and reconnaissance. The palmRAD II survey meter functionality delivers results in radiation control programs looking at both investigative and exploratory measurements as well as routine documentation for regulatory compliance.
Custom Survey Reporting
SmartSuite 2010 integrates the collected data and provides an interface for the archiving or reporting of necessary information. Basic data blocks include:
- Full time-stamped graphical depiction
of the survey, with actual clock time when measurements were taken
- Dose Rate data measurements taken at
sample rates defined by you
- Multi-level data storage provides
enhanced granularity during detected radiation events
- Dose data accumulated over selectable
time windows and summarized for each survey
- Data is highlighted at Survey
Locations which were pre-defined or were added during the survey
- Full history of alarms and events
during the survey execution, including arrival and departure times for the
survey locations
- Pre- and post-completion notes areas
to ensure that the report stands alone when reviewed later
Simple Survey Example:
The most basic operation would be to choose a
survey to be run from the list of survey templates, and then
checking-out a unit to the user who will physically perform the survey.
The user travels
the survey route, using the device menu to identify when each survey location
is reached. If measurements
indicate unexpected behavior, or suspicious material is found, new data sample
locations can be added by the user and annotated in the survey report.
When the user
returns, check the device back in to automatically download data and generate
the survey specific report.
Managing Devices:
SmartSuite 2010 manages he pool of available palmRAD II units and identifies the device assigned to a user by name on the unit's display.
Managing Data:
The palmRAD II stores all your survey data in non-volatile RAM until it is downloaded into the host server. The download is by bluetooth or USB, based on application requirements. The data is then stored in an industry standard SQL Database, for safe and secure information management. A rich set of import/export tools provide backup and data sharing
Wireless Communications:
Devices may be configured to communicate using industry-standard Bluetooth wireless protocols. This allows quick addition of devices and automates the data transfers. Communications to and from the devices are also verified by error checking found in bluetooth transmission protocols.
Simple 2 Button Design
The Model 915 palmRAD II is powered by an internal Lithium Polymer re-chargeable battery, and is supplied with a charging station to re-charge at the end of the working period.
The LCD display is used to display information to the user. This includes the current dose rate, the measurement units and the battery status.
Battery Details
The Model 915 palmRAD II is powered by an internal Lithium Polymer re-chargeable battery, and is supplied with a charging station to re-charge at the end of the working period.
Optional Additional Battery Pack for palmRADII
The Model 915 palmRAD II is provided with additional battery pack that uses standard AAA alkaline batteries to provide a field charging capability. Before attaching the additional battery pack, insert 4 “AAA” alkaline batteries into the battery compartment, and slide the cover into position.
To attach the additional battery pack to the Model 915 palmRAD II, remove the contact protection cover and slide the pack onto the rear of the Model 915 palmRAD II, ensuring that the rails on the pack slide into the grooves on the case of the Model 915 palmRAD II. Slide the pack all the way on until it clicks into place.
Handy Features:
Auto-Shutdown
The auto power down function helps to extend the device battery life by powering down the Model 915 palmRAD II if a button is not pressed after a period of time. The user can switch the auto power down function on or off, and can also select the time period after which to power down.
Auto-Sample
The Sample function provides the user with a way to accurately measure radiation field strengths where there may be some variation in the measured values. The sample function will measure the average dose rate over a fixed period of time, and present the results to the operator. The user can switch the sample function on or off, and can also select the time period after which to perform the sampling.
***Contact the factory for additional details, we are happy to discuss your radiation control program – 800-234-7858 or info@berkeleynucleonics.com***
Berkeley Nucleonics Corporation
2955 Kerner Blvd., San Rafael CA 94901 U.S.A
Phone: 800.234.7858 Fax: 415.453.9956
E-mail: info@berkeleynucleonics.com
