SDM-2009 Docking Station Standalone Configuration Operator’s Manual Part Number: 71-0261RK Revision: 0 Released: 8/12/13 www.rkiinstruments.
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Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 About the SDM-2009. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 System Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Specifications . . .
Installing the Single Module Data Viewer Software. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Chapter 4: Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Bump Testing a GX-2009 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Calibrating a GX-2009. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 1: Introduction Overview This chapter briefly describes the SDM-2009 Docking Station and the Single Module Data Viewer Program. This chapter also describes the SDM-2009 Docking Station Standalone Operation Operator’s Manual (this document). Table 1 at the end of this chapter lists the SDM-2009’s specifications.
CAUTION: The GX-2009 detects oxygen deficiency and elevated levels of oxygen, combustible gases, carbon monoxide, and hydrogen sulfide, all of which can be dangerous or life threatening. When using the GX-2009, you must follow the instructions and warnings in the GX-2009 Operator’s Manual to assure proper and safe operation of the instrument and to minimize the risk of personal injury.
Specifications Table 1: SDM-2009 Specifications Input Power 12 VDC NOTE: AC Adapter with 100 - 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 0.6A input and 12 VDC, 1.2A output provided as standard.
About this Manual The SDM-2009 Docking Station Standalone Configuration Operator’s Manual uses the following conventions for notes, cautions, and warnings. NOTE: Describes additional or critical information. CAUTION: Describes potential damage to equipment. WARNING: Describes potential danger that can result in injury or death. Cautions & Safety Information • Use only polyurethane sample tubing with the SDM-2009. Consult RKI Instruments, Inc. for other materials.
Chapter 2: Description Overview This section describes the SDM-2009 docking station. It is designed to be used on a table top and consists of the AC adaptor, Type A to Type B USB cable, air filter, check valve, 2 plastic T-fittings, sample tubing, instrument cradle, back panel, control panel, status LEDs, and 2 USB ports. AC Adapter Single-Port AC Adapter The single-port AC adapter is a wall plug style adapter with a 5 foot cable.
USB Cable A Type A to Type B USB cable is provided with the docking station. It is only for use with the PC Controlled configuration. It is not used in the Standalone configuration. Figure 3: USB Cable Air Filter and Sample Tubing A cylindrical particle filter with a short length of tubing is supplied with the SDM-2009 for installation to the AIR fitting on the back panel. The filter keeps particulate contamination out of the docking station.
WARNING: Do not use an exhaust tube that is longer than 10 feet. The increased flow restriction caused by a longer tube may affect gas response and cause inaccurate calibration and bump test results. A check valve is included with the SDM-2009 but is not needed for the Standalone configuration. It is used for the PC Controlled configuration. Figure 5: Check Valve Two T-fittings are included with the SDM-2009. The larger fitting is for the exhaust tubing. The smaller fitting is for the GAS tubing.
Instrument Cradle The instrument cradle is a recessed area on the top of the SM-2009 that is designed to accept the GX-2009. Insert the GX-2009 in the instrument cradle when you perform a bump test or calibration. The cradle has charging contacts on the bottom that mate with the contacts on the back of the GX-2009. There are sample ports in the front of the cradle that match up with the GX-2009’s sensors and route air and calibration gas to the sensors during a bump test or calibration.
Back Panel The back panel includes the power jack, sample fittings, and a USB PC connector. Exhaust Fitting Gas Fitting Back Panel USB Port (Type B), For Computer Connection Air Fitting Power Jack Figure 8: Fittings and Connections Power Jack The power jack is located in the bottom left corner of the back panel. The plug on the end of the AC adapter cable mates to it. Sample Fittings Three sample fittings are located on the back of the SDM-2009.
Control Panel The control panel is used to setup and operate the docking station in the Standalone configuration. It is located at the front of the docking station. It includes the control buttons, the control button LEDs, and the CHARGE status LED. CHARGE LED COPY LED CAL LED BUMP LED CHARGE GX-2009 OFF POWER BUMP EDIT ENTER CAL. COPY 1SEC ON 3SEC OFF SDM-2009 Control Buttons Figure 9: Control Panel Five control buttons are located on the control panel.
Table 2: Control Button Functions Control Button Control Button LED Function(s) Control Button Function(s) CAL S • Initiates a calibration • Cancels a calibration • Clears data from docking station memory (when used with COPY button) • Moves up a list of parameters • Increases an adjustable parameter Indicates status of a calibration in progress EDIT ENTER • Puts docking station into various edit modes • Makes a displayed parameter editable • Escapes or cancels an operation • Turns off connected inst
Front Panel A type A USB port is located on the front of the docking station. This port can be used to save calibration and bump test data to a USB flash drive. This USB port is for use only in the Standalone configuration of the SDM-2009. Figure 10: Front Panel NOTE: The SDM-2009 does not support connection of a computer to the front USB port, only a USB flash drive.
Chapter 3: Preparing to Use the SDM-2009 Overview There are four tasks that must be completed before you can begin to use the SDM-2009: hardware assembly, setting or confirming the bump test and calibration parameters, connecting calibration gas, and installing the Single Module Data Viewer Software on your computer.
Setting the Operational Parameters in Edit Mode Once the hardware has been assembled, use Edit Mode to confirm or adjust the bump test and calibration parameters before using the SDM-2009. The bump test parameters define how long fresh air and calibration gas are applied to an instrument during a bump test. They also define the tolerance used in determining whether an instrument fails or passes a bump test and whether or not a calibration automatically takes place if a bump test fails.
Table 3: Bump Test & Calibration Parameter Parameter Automatic Calibration Display Tag Available Choices CAL • On • Off Bump Factory Setting Cal Factory Setting Off n/a Air Sample Time (AIr) The air sample time can be set separately for bump testing and calibration. It is the length of time that the SDM-2009 will draw air through the AIR fitting on the back of the docking station.
Turning on the SDM-2009 with an Instrument Do the following to turn on the SDM-2009 and establish a connection with an instrument: 1. Confirm that the AC adapter is connected to the SDM-2009 and to an AC wall socket. 2. Press and hold the SDM-2009’s POWER button. The LEDs will turn amber. 3. When the BUMP T and CAL S LEDs turn off, release the POWER button. 4.
screen shown above in step 6. The CHARGE LED will begin to blink green. • When Cal Limit Display is set to On and Cal. Limit Check is set to Confirm to use, if the GX-2009 is due for calibration the unit will show the following screen and beep and flash the LED arrays for a few seconds indicating that calibration is due. CAL C--LIMIT When the beeping and flashing stops, press and release the POWER MODE button on the GX-2009 to continue.
4. If you wish to cancel setting the bump test parameters or were just viewing the parameters to confirm their values, press and release the BUMP T button to return to the home screen. To continue and change parameters, press and release the EDIT ENTER button. The Air Sample Time parameter will be displayed. For a description of the Air Sample Time bump test parameter, see “Bump Test & Calibration Parameters” on page 14. 30 AIR--IN 5.
9. When you are done setting the parameters, use the BUMP T button to scroll past the AUTO--C parameter screen. The screen will indicate that the parameter changes have been saved. 30 50 30 O n DECISION The instrument will return to the home screen. Setting the Calibration Parameters Do the following to set the calibration parameters. 1. Turn on the SDM-2009 with an instrument and establish a connection between them as described above in "Turning on the SDM-2009 with an Instrument".
Parameters” on page 14. 45 AIR--IN 5. Use the BUMP T and CAL S buttons to scroll through the different calibration parameters. Do not scroll past the GAS--IN parameter until you have finished making any desired changes. 45 90 AIR--IN 45 GAS--IN CH4 %LEL OXY vol% 50 CO ppm 50 12.0 H2S ppm 25.0 90 TRANSMIT DECISION 6. To edit a parameter, press and release the EDIT ENTER button when that parameter is displayed.
Connecting Calibration Gas The GAS fitting on the back of the docking station is designed to be used with a calibration gas cylinder that is fitted with a demand flow regulator. The AIR fitting may be used with a demand flow regulator and a cylinder of zero emissions air, but this is not normally necessary since the docking station will generally be in a fresh air area. The type of calibration gas cylinder used depends on the gas sensors installed in the instrument being used with the calibration station.
Installing the Single Module Data Viewer Software 1. Launch Windows®. 2. Exit from all applications and open windows. 3. There are two ways to install the Single Module Data Viewer Software: by using the SDM-2009 Product CD or by using the Single Module Data Viewer Software Installation CD. • If you are using the SDM-2009 Product CD, insert the Product CD into your computer’s CD-ROM drive. The CD will automatically open revealing several folders.
Chapter 4: Operation Overview When you have completed the tasks in "Chapter 3: Preparing to Use the SDM-2009", you are ready to use the SDM-2009 docking station. The SDM-2009 is capable of performing bump tests and calibrations on the GX-2009. It can also charge the rechargeable batteries in the instrument. This chapter describes procedures for using the docking station to bump test, calibrate, and recharge instruments in the standalone configuration of the docking station.
and the SDM-2009 occurs, the home screen will appear on the instrument display at the end of the startup sequence. The auto calibration values for all installed sensors will be displayed. If the charge LED was amber, it will begin to blink green. CH4 %LEL 50 50 CO ppm OXY vol% 12.0 H2S ppm 25.0 TRANSMIT NOTE: 7. The screen shown above applies to a 4-channel GX-2009.
9. Verify that the appropriate calibration gas cylinder is connected to the GAS fitting on the back of the SDM-2009. See “Connecting Calibration Gas” on page 21 for calibration gas cylinder options and calibration gas connection procedures. 10. Press and hold the BUMP T button until the BUMP T LED turns on (about one second) then release it. During the bump test, the BUMP T LED will flash amber indicating that a bump test is in progress. CH4 %LEL 0 0 CO ppm OXY vol% 20.9 H2S ppm 0.
• If one or more of the sensors fails the fresh air adjustment, the SDM-2009 will abort the bump test and will not apply calibration gas. If this happens, the BUMP T LED will flash red indicating a failure and the following screens will alternate indicating the fresh air readings and which channels passed and failed the fresh air adjustment with a P (pass) or an F (fail). In the following examples, the CO channel failed. CH4 %LEL OXY vol% CH4 %LEL OXY vol% P CO ppm F P H2S ppm P 0 45 12.0 H2S ppm 0.
for a description of calibration results. 16. The SDM-2009 will then purge the system with fresh air for the time defined by the Air bump test parameter. BUMP AIR 17. After the fresh air purge is complete, the GX-2009 screen will alternate between the gas readings and the bump test or bump test and calibration results. For a successful bump test, the gas readings at the end of the gas application will be displayed. For a successful automatic calibration, the auto calibration values will be displayed.
CH4 %LEL F F F CO ppm F OXY vol% CH4 %LEL OXY vol% F H2S F ppm F F 0 CO ppm 24 15.0 H2S ppm 13.0 BUMP/CAL BUMP/CAL Figure 15: Screen Indication for Failed Bump Test and Failed Calibration 18. After a successful or failed bump test, • To perform any other operations: To perform another bump test, press and hold the BUMP T button until the pump starts. To perform a calibration, press and hold the CAL S button until the pump starts.
a USB flash drive. 20. Remove the GX-2009 from the SDM-2009. 21. If you wish to bump test additional instruments, repeat step 5 - step 20 above for each additional instrument. Calibrating a GX-2009 The following instructions apply to GX-2009s with one or more of the standard four sensors (catalytic LEL, O2, CO, and H2S). When a calibration is performed, the docking station performs a fresh air adjustment on an instrument and then applies calibration gas to the instrument.
NOTE: 7. The screen shown above applies to a 4-channel GX-2009. If your GX-2009 has less than 4 channels, the inactive channels will not appear in the above screen or in any screens where channels are displayed. All screens in this manual assume a 4-channel GX-2009. There are two exceptions to the sequence described in step 6 above. See the GX-2009 User Setup Program Operator’s Manual for a description of the Cal Limit Display and Cal Limit Check instrument parameters.
9. Press and hold the CAL S button until the CAL S LED turns on (about one second) then release it. During the calibration, the CAL S LED will flash amber indicating that a calibration is in progress. CH4 %LEL 0 0 CO ppm OXY vol% 20.9 H2S ppm 0.0 CAL AIR If you wish to cancel the calibration, press and hold the CAL S button for at least one second until CANCEL appears on the screen. 10.
13. The SDM-2009 will apply calibration gas to the instrument for the time defined by the GAS calibration parameter. CH4 %LEL 47 49 CO ppm CAL OXY vol% 11.0 H2S ppm 23.0 G1 14. The SDM-2009 will then purge the system with fresh air for the time defined by the Air calibration parameter. CAL AIR 15. After the fresh air purge is complete, the screen will alternate between the gas readings and the calibration results. If the calibration passed, the auto calibration values will be displayed.
hold the EDIT ENTER and POWER buttons simultaneously for about one second and then release them. To avoid accidentally entering Edit Mode, press and hold the POWER button first, then press and hold the EDIT ENTER button. CAUTION: When using the GX-2009 with the SDM-2009, do not turn off the instrument using the instrument power button. Use the EDIT ENTER and POWER buttons on the SDM-2009 to turn off the instrument. The CAL S LED will remain on indicating the test results.
Troubleshooting NOTE: This troubleshooting guide describes SDM-2009 problems only. See the GX-2009 Operator’s Manual for problems you may encounter with the instrument. Table 5: Troubleshooting the SDM-2009 Symptoms Probable Causes Recommended Action • Fresh air adjustment fails • The SDM-2009 is not in a fresh air environment or the cylinder being used is not a zero air cylinder. • If a zero air cylinder is used, the calibration cylinder is out of gas.
• No IR connection between instrument and SDM-2009 • SDM-2009 is not turned on. • The instrument is not correctly inserted into the instrument cradle. • The IR window is dirty. 1. Turn on the SDM-2009. If it does not turn on, check that the AC adapter is plugged into an AC socket and to the jack on the back of the SDM-2009. 2. Check to make sure the instrument is inserted properly. 3. Clean the IR window on the SDM-2009 and the GX-2009. 4. If the difficulties continue, contact RKI Instruments, Inc.
Charging an Instrument in a Docking Station The SDM-2009 can be used to charge the rechargeable batteries in a GX-2009. To maximize the instrument’s run time and the battery life, make sure the batteries’ charge is as low as possible before recharging them. You can use the GX-2009’s REFRESH function to discharge the batteries. See the GX-2009 Operator’s Manual for a complete description of the REFRESH button. Recharging the Batteries After Performing a Bump Test or Calibration 1.
Recharging the Batteries Without Performing Any Operations 1. Confirm that the AC adapter is connected to the back panel of the SDM-2009 and to an AC wall socket. 2. Insert the instrument into the instrument cradle. 3. Press and hold the SDM-2009’s POWER button. The LEDs will turn amber. 4. When the BUMP T and CAL S LEDs turn off, release the POWER button. 5. The CHARGE LED will be blinking amber. 6.
Calibration and Bump Test Records The SDM-2009 saves a record of each bump test and calibration performed. It is capable of saving up to 200 such records. When an SDM-2009’s memory becomes full, the oldest record is overwritten when a new record is saved. The records saved in the SDM-2009’s memory can be saved to a USB flash drive using the USB port on the front. Available Memory in the SDM-2009 The COPY LED indicates how much of the SDM-2009’s memory has been used.
SDM-2009 will take a few seconds to determine how much memory is available in the flash drive. • If the flash drive’s available memory is not enough for the contents of the SDM-2009’s memory, the COPY LED will alternate between green and red. Enough memory will have to be cleared in the flash drive to make room for the records in the SDM-2009’s memory.
The files that an SDM-2009 saves to a USB flash drive are structured so that they can be imported into a database controlled by the Single Module Data Viewer Software. See “Importing Files Into the Database” on page 43 for instructions to add files to the database.
Chapter 5: Single Module Data Viewer Program Overview The Single Module Data Viewer Program is used to view, organize, and print bump test and calibration records that were created by the SDM-2009 while used in the standalone configuration. It can also be used to export these records from its database for use in other programs. This chapter describes how to use the Single Module Data Viewer Program. Launching the Single Module Data Viewer Program 1. NOTE: 2.
NOTE: When you start the Single Module Data Viewer Program for the first time, there will be no data in the left part of the data viewing window since no data has been imported into the database yet.
• View the bump test and calibration data saved in the database. • Delete data. • Print bump test or calibration results (pass or fail indication only). • Copy bump test or calibration records to the clipboard or to a particular location on your computer or network. • Print a bump test or calibration report that includes the results and all gas readings.
Organizing the Data When viewing the data, it can be organized in two ways: 1. Base View Format In base view format, neither of the Serial No, Station ID, or User ID selection boxes in the lower left of the window are selected and the Base box appears next to these selection boxes with two radio buttons. The data can be organized by either the data Type (bump test and calibration data) or by Date (year and month). The example below shows the data organized by Type.
2. ID View Format In ID view format, the data can be organized by one or more of the following items depending on which selection box or boxes in the lower left corner of the data viewing window are selected: • Serial Number • Station ID • User ID If any of these boxes is selected, the Base box disappears. The example below shows the data organized by serial number. Figure 22: Data in ID Viewing Format Viewing the Data Once you have selected how you want to organize the data: 1.
2. When an item no longer has a (+) or (-) symbol next to it, single click it and the contents of the item will be shown on the right side of the window. 3. If you are viewing data in base view format with the data organized by type, expand the item, bump test or calibration, you wish to view. Icons organized by year/month will appear below the bump test or calibration icon. Click on the item whose contents you wish to see.
If you organize the data by date, then folders organized by year/month appear in the left side of the window. Expand the folder you want to see and click on the calibration or bump test folder. The calibration or bump test files will appear in the upper right side of the window.
If you are viewing data in ID view format, expand the folders in the left side of the window until the bump test or calibration folder you wish to view is visible. Expand the folder by clicking the (+) symbol next to it. Folders organized by year/month will be listed below the calibration or bump test folder. Click the folder whose contents you want to view and the calibration or bump test files in it will be shown in the upper right side of the data view window.
appear showing the selected printer and confirming if you want to print. Verify that the selected printer is correct and click OK. 8. To print the complete results, pass/fail and gas readings, of one of the files in the upper right part of the data view window, click on one of the files to select it and then click the print button that appears above the file details in the lower right. A dialog box will appear showing the selected printer and confirming if you want to print.
3. Enter the password and click OK. The factory set password is “ABCDE” and is case sensitive. A confirmation window will appear. 4. Click OK to complete the deletion of the selected item. Changing the Password The factory password is “ABCDE” and is case sensitive. You can change the password in the data view window. To change the password perform the following: 1. Right click in the upper right or upper left part of the data view window. A window will appear that says “Delete(D) Change Password(C)”.
4. Enter the new password and click the New Password button. A confirmation window will appear prompting you for the new password again. 5. Enter the new password again and click the Confirm New Password button. A window will appear indicating that the password has been changed. 6. Click OK to complete the password update. Exiting the Program To exit the Single Module Data Viewer Program, do the following: 1. Click the Exit button in the upper right corner of the data view window.
Table 7: Spare Parts List Part Number Description 49-2058RK-04 4-port AC adapter 71-0261RK Operator’s Manual, SDM-2009 Docking Station Standalone Configuration (this document) 71-0262RK Operator’s Manual, SDM-2009 Docking Station PC Controller Configuration 71-8007RK Product CD for SDM-GX Series, includes Single Module Data Viewer Program 81-0012RK-01 Calibration cylinder, 50 %LEL CH4 in air, 34 liter steel 81-0012RK-03 Calibration cylinder, 50 %LEL CH4 in air, 103 liter steel 81-0018RK-01 Ca
