USER MANUAL

USER MANUAL
RDS-Med™ Survey
RDS-MED™ Meter
SURVEY
METER
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Copyright © Mirion Technologies (RADOS) Oy 2024

Document No. 209310518

Version 1.0
Issue date 24.5.2024
USER MANUAL CONTENT

1 INTRODUCTION ............................................................................. 1
2 GETTING STARTED ....................................................................... 2
2.1 OVERVIEW OF THE METER ............................................................................ 2
2.2 INSERTING BATTERIES .................................................................................. 3
2.3 POWER ON....................................................................................................... 3
2.4 POWER OFF ..................................................................................................... 4
2.5 MAIN DISPLAY.................................................................................................. 4
2.6 DISPLAY SYMBOLS ......................................................................................... 5
2.7 KEYPAD USE .................................................................................................... 7
2.8 KEYPAD DIRECT FUNCTIONS ........................................................................ 7
2.9 CONNECTING EXTERNAL PROBES ............................................................... 8
2.10 PARAMETER SETTINGS .................................................................................. 9
3 FUNCTIONALITY .......................................................................... 10
3.1 POWER OFF ................................................................................................... 11
3.2 CUMULATIVE DOSE....................................................................................... 11
3.3 MAXIMUM DOSE RATE RECORD.................................................................. 13
3.4 CHIRP FUNCTION .......................................................................................... 13
3.5 ALARM FUNCTIONS....................................................................................... 14
3.5.1 DOSE RATE ALARM ................................................................................... 14
3.5.2 DOSE ALARM ............................................................................................. 17
3.5.3 EXTERNAL ALARM ..................................................................................... 18
3.6 DIAGNOSTICS ................................................................................................ 19
3.6.1 FIRMWARE VERSION ................................................................................ 19
3.6.2 SELF TEST ROUTINE ................................................................................. 20
3.6.3 CALIBRATION CHECK................................................................................ 20
3.7 DISPLAY ......................................................................................................... 21
3.8 COMMUNICATION .......................................................................................... 21
3.8.1 NET WRM.................................................................................................... 21
3.8.2 BLE .............................................................................................................. 21
3.9 SCALER .......................................................................................................... 22
3.9.1 SCALER FUNCTION INTERNAL DETECTOR/DOSE RATE PROBE .......... 22
3.9.2 SCALER FUNCTION WITH OTHER EXTERNAL PROBES......................... 23
3.10 EXTERNAL PROBES ...................................................................................... 26
3.10.1 CSP (CANBERRA SMART PROBE) SERIES ............................................ 26
3.10.2 OTHER PROBES WITH INTERNAL MEMORY ......................................... 27
3.10.3 PROBES WITHOUT INTERNAL MEMORY ............................................... 28
4 ERROR CODES AND OTHER DISPLAY MESSAGES ................. 29
4.1 LOW BATTERY WARNING ............................................................................. 29
4.2 LOW BATTERY ALARM .................................................................................. 29
4.3 DOSE RATE / DOSE WARNING (BLINKING DISPLAY) ................................. 29
4.4 DOSE RATE / DOSE ALARM (BLINKING DISPLAY) ...................................... 29
4.5 DOSE RATE OVERFLOW ALARM (OFL) ....................................................... 30
4.6 DEFECT ERRORS .......................................................................................... 30
5 MAINTENANCE AND DECONTAMINATION ................................ 31
5.1 FIRMWARE UPDATE ...................................................................................... 31
5.2 BATTERY COVER AND SEAL CHANGE ........................................................ 31
5.3 CALIBRATION ................................................................................................. 32
5.4 MECHANICAL DECONTAMINATION.............................................................. 32
5.5 CHEMICAL DECONTAMINATION................................................................... 32
6 SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................... 33
7 ACCESSORIES AND PROBES .................................................... 35
7.1 ACCESSORIES ............................................................................................... 35
7.2 COMPATIBLE PROBES GMP/CSP SERIES ................................................... 36
8 FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT ................................................ 37
9 ICC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT ................................................. 38
FEEDBACK ......................................................................................... 39
 INTRODUCTION

1 INTRODUCTION

The RDS-Med Radiation Survey Meter offers precise monitoring of ionizing radiation,
ensuring the safety of medical professionals and patients. Versatile and user-friendly, the
RDS-Med survey meter is ideal for healthcare applications such as radioisotope production,
radiopharmacies, nuclear medicine, diagnostic imaging, hot labs, and waste disposal.
Designed to meet stringent health and safety standards, the RDS-Med survey meter is
crucial for medical environments using radiation in diagnosis and treatment.

A clear display and straightforward user interface enable quick assessment of radiation
level. Ergonomic, lightweight design, and an included battery cover with belt clip make the
meter workflow-friendly.

The RDS-Med meter can detect a wide range of ionizing radiation, including gamma and X-
rays, with the ability to connect to external alpha, beta, and neutron probes. Mirion GMP-
12/GMP-25 probes and the full CSP™ probe range can be connected with an adequate
cable.

With both warning and alarm levels, users can know quickly if contamination or dose rates
exceed screening levels for decontamination or patient monitoring.

RDS-MED VERSIONS AND ORDERING CODES

Part no. 1233-343 RDS-Med S Radiation Survey Meter
Part no. 1233-344 RDS-Med R Radiation Survey Meter

The RDS-Med is part of the Mirion Technologies RDS-32 survey meter family.
Visit mirion.com to learn more!

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2 GETTING STARTED

2.1 OVERVIEW OF THE METER

The RDS-Med is lightweight and is ergonomically designed for handheld use. Navigation keys
are placed above the large display, and the rubber grip around the meter enables handling in
all conditions. Enclosure class is IP67, including battery compartment. For performance
characteristics, check the RDS-Med specification from Chapter 6.

The detector position is indicated with markings on the meter. The triangles on
the meter sides indicate the reference line and the dot on the back of the meter
indicates the GM-tube center point.

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2.2 INSERTING BATTERIES

The instrument uses two IEC (LR6/ HR6) AA-size batteries.
Open the battery compartment using a Pozidriv #1 screwdriver. RDS-Med is delivered with
two battery covers. One of the covers has belt clip attached to it. Observe the correct polarity
of the batteries.
Alkaline or lithium batteries can be used. Battery monitoring is accurate for alkaline
batteries. Lithium batteries are recommended for use with CSP probes. Rechargeable NiMH
batteries can also be used. When using NiMH batteries, the CSW-Med Configuration
software is required to select the correct battery type for battery charging and monitoring.

USB-RDS Cable Link (Part no. 1233-333) can be used to charge NiMH batteries (power
supply max. output power 15 W). Cradle for RDS (Part no. 1241-251) includes power supply
and a wall mounting kit. The cradle can be mounted to wall using the screws provided in the
kit and it is also compatible with most camera mounts.

WARNING! Risk of explosion if the battery is replaced with an incorrect type of battery.

WARNING! Disposal of a battery into fire or a hot oven, or mechanically crushing or

cutting of a battery can result in an explosion.

WARNING! Leaving a battery in an extremely high temperature surrounding environment

can result in an explosion or the leakage of flammable liquid or gas.

2.3 POWER ON
POWER ON the device by pressing the Select key for two seconds.
The firmware version, time and calibration status are first shown on the display. If the time of
meter’s Real Time Clock is not set, the flashing ‘TIME NOT SET’ message is displayed. If
necessary, the Real Time Clock can be reset with the CSW-Med Configuration Software.
When switched on the meter performs the following self-test functions:

• All the display pixels are turned on

• The buzzer is activated
• The vibration is activated
• The display backlight is switched on
• The battery condition is tested
• The HV-generator is tested

After the initialization phase is complete, the Main display with dose rate will be shown.

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2.4 POWER OFF

POWER OFF the device by first pressing the Select key so that the OFF selection is
activated. Press the Select key again and hold for four seconds while the counter counts
down.

If the select key is released before the countdown is complete, the device will return to the
menu display.

2.5 MAIN DISPLAY

After initialization phase the Main display with dose rate will be shown. The symbols visible
on the Main display depend on the status of meter. The display symbols are presented in
the following chapter.

The two example Main displays above show the measured dose rate, Sv unit with multiplier,
battery capacity, analog dose rate indicator and different states of audio setting: chirp enabled
(left), chirp disabled and key sounds disabled (right).
The basic instrument RDS-Med has two units: Sv-based and rem-based. A suitable sub-
multiplier ‘µ’ or ‘m’ is set to extend the display range. In addition, ‘/h’ is applied to indicate the
dose rate.
With external gamma dose rate probes, the same basic units can be used (Sv/h, Sv, rem/h
and rem). With other external probes, the display can be configured to units cps, cpm, dpm,
Bq or Bq/cm2. Which units are available will vary by probe type. The external probe unit in use
is indicated above the reading.

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When using external probes, the RDS-Med also displays the dose rate from the internal
detector of the instrument and integrates accumulated dose. The RDS-Med internal detector
dose rate is displayed on the bottom left corner of the Main display. The dose rate and dose
alarms/warnings set for the RDS-Med detector are operational.

Example of the Main display with Example of the Main display with
external dose rate probe connected. alpha/beta probe connected.

2.6 DISPLAY SYMBOLS

The RDS-Med Main display features a host of symbols relating to the current status or active
setting of the meter.

DISPLAY SYMBOLS AND THE RELATED FUNCTIONS:

Display symbols for audio and alarming functions

Key and alarm buzzer

Audible chirp enabled
enabled

Key buzzer disabled, All audible muted except

alarm buzzer enabled alarm/warning

Key buzzer enabled,

alarm buzzer Vibration alarm is enabled
disabled

Button and alarm AL Alarm condition exists

buzzer disabled
W Warning condition exists

NOTE: If speaker and chirp symbols are not visible, the device is muted. Some of
the above settings are only available in the CSW-Med Configuration Software.

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Display symbols for external detectors

Waiting for external EXT External detector is

detector connection connected
CSP.INIT

Α Alpha detector β Beta detector

measuring measuring

Γ Gamma detector n Neutron detector

measuring (and measuring
internal detector
measurement)

Display symbols for battery status

Battery full 50% capacity (changes

showed in steps of
10%)

Powered from USB Life indicator blinks on

or cradle. Alternates the left side of battery
with battery capacity symbol
symbol in two second
intervals.

NOTE: Battery monitoring is accurate for alkaline batteries. Configuration software

is needed to setup use of rechargeable NiMH batteries.

Display symbols for communication

Bluetooth WRM transmission

active

The analog bar is shown at the bottom of the Main display.

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2.7 KEYPAD USE

The RDS-Med features a Select key in the middle of the keypad and four surrounding arrow
keys for navigation in the RDS-Med menu:

• ENTER THE MENU by pressing the Select key.

• SCROLL IN THE MENU using the up and down arrow keys.
• MOVE INTO A MENU SECTION by pressing the Select key or the right arrow key.
• SAVE A VALUE, SELECT A FUNCTION, RESET A COUNTER by pressing the Select
key.
• RETURN TO A HIGHER LEVEL in the menu by pressing the left arrow key or wait 15
seconds timeout to return to the Main display.

2.8 KEYPAD DIRECT FUNCTIONS

Keypad direct functions are preprogrammed into the arrow keys. The functions are operational
in the Main display. Inside the menu the keys are reserved for navigation.
Activate a direct function in the Main display by pressing the corresponding arrow key. The
factory set direct functions of the RDS-Med are shown in the below table.

Switch backlight on or off

Mute/Unmute chirp and key buzzer. In warning condition, acknowledges

Audio, vibration, and LED signal.

DOSE Check accumulated dose.

… User settable function key (with CSW-Med software). Default: no function.

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2.9 CONNECTING EXTERNAL PROBES

External probes can be quickly and easily connected to the RDS-Med.
To connect the external probe to the meter, first remove the rubber protection cap of the
connector by pulling the cap out. Before making the connection to RDS-Med, make sure the
cable is well connected to the probe. The last step is to connect cable to meter. This order
ensures, that the meter does not start to recognize probe type before it can be done.
Observe the correct orientation by matching the internal ledge of the connector to the groove
on the meter connector. This step is very important to avoid bending the connector pins.
Finally, turn the fixing sleeve clockwise until it is firmly fastened.

Most probes are detected automatically. The display will show CSP.INIT or the symbol
while the connection is being established. For probes with an internal memory (CSP probes,
GMP-25, and GMP-12 series except for GMP-12SD) the radiation detection starts without any
need for additional input. For a probe without internal memory (GMP-12SD) the meter will
prompt to select a detector type before measurement begins. For detailed probe settings by
probe type, see Chapter 3.10 External Probes.

With CSP probes we recommend to always turn the meter off when connecting the
probe to ensure correct identification and parameter reading. With the wide
selection of CSP probes you must observe that correct probe type is recognized
when you switch between different types; re-starting the meter is the safest
practice.

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2.10 PARAMETER SETTINGS

The parameters of the device can be changed using the menu functions described later in this
manual. The CSW-Med Configuration software can be used to simplify the operation or limit
access to some parameter settings, like alarm levels. By default, all the menu functions
available are visible in the RDS-Med meter.
The CSW-Med Configuration Software offers some additional settings to functions available
on the meter itself. For example, the backlight can be set as continuously on in the software.
Also, the alarm methods (LED, audio and vibration) in use can be selected in the software.
See the CSW-Med configuration software manual for details.

Main Window of the CSW-Med Configuration Software.

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3 FUNCTIONALITY

A quick guide to the menu items is provided below. For detailed operation, see the individual
chapters for each item.

The lightbulb symbol will appear from time to time in this user manual to indicate
a helpful tip for the user.

MENU ITEM FUNCTION

OFF Switch off the meter.

DOSE Check and reset the current accumulated dose value.

Check and reset the current maximum recorded dose rate since last
MaxDR
reset.
CHIRP Switch ON/OFF the visual and audible pulse indication.

Set dose and dose rate alarm levels and choose the alarm mode:
ALARM
single, dual or off

EXT.AL Shown only if an external probe is connected:

Check and change the external probe alarm levels.
Activate the internal diagnostics, check software revision and
DIAG
battery capacity. Perform calibration check.
DISP Activate source finder.

COMM Net WRM connection settings, BLE*

SCALER Set an integration time/count, acquire current background, and start

net or gross acquisition over time.
Shown only if an external probe is connected:
PROBE Check and change the probe settings such as probe type or
measurement unit.
*The Net WRM settings are used when the RDS-Med data is being sent over local area network or as serial
communication. The device has additionally BLE readiness.

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3.1 POWER OFF

The meter is powered off by first pressing the Select key so that the OFF selection is activated,
then pressing the Select key again and holding for four seconds while the counter counts
down.
If the Select key is released before the four second countdown and following beep, the meter
will not power off. Instead, it will return to the menu display OFF.

When powered off, the instrument does not completely shut down all the internal circuitries.
The RTC-circuit remains active maintaining the time signal. The energy is supplied with the
batteries. The time setting of the instrument RTC is lost in case the batteries are removed for
more than 3 hours. The time can be reset using the CSW-Med Configuration Software.

In case the instrument is to be stored for a prolonged period, it is advisable to

remove alkaline batteries to prevent any leakage to the battery compartment.

3.2 CUMULATIVE DOSE

The meter integrates the cumulative dose continuously when switched on. The cumulative
dose can be viewed by pressing the DOSE key in the Main display or by entering the menu
and navigating to DOSE.

Example of the Cumulative dose display

accessible via the DOSE key in the Main display.
The display features a percentage scale which
indicates the accumulated dose percentage with
respect to the dose alarm level setting.

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To reset the accumulated dose, navigate to DOSE in the menu, press the Select key once so
that the RESET function starts to blink. Press the Select key a second time to see the
confirmation phase SURE? Then press the Select key a second time to perform the reset.

Cancel the dose reset process by pressing the left arrow key.

The RDS-Med collects dose continuously while switched on and saves that value
in the meter memory even if the meter is switched off/on. To follow accumulated
dose by task or mission, reset the dose as indicated above.

Use the DOSE key to quickly check accumulated dose from the Main display.

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3.3 MAXIMUM DOSE RATE RECORD

The meter monitors maximum dose rate while measuring. The maximum recorded dose rate
can be viewed by entering the menu.
To reset the maximum recorded dose rate, navigate to MaxDR in the menu, press the Select
key once so that the RESET function starts to blink. Press the Select key a second time to
see the confirmation phase SURE? Then press the Select key a second time to perform the
reset.
Cancel the maximum recorded dose reset process by pressing the left arrow key.

The RDS-Med records the measured maximum dose rate while switched on and
saves that measured value even when the meter is switched off/on. To follow the
maximum dose rate by task or mission, reset the record as indicated above.

3.4 CHIRP FUNCTION

The chirp function can be used to activate or deactivate the audible or visual chirp. The audible
and visual chirp can be disabled individually.
Navigate to CHIRP in menu. The menu shows AUD:ON or AUD:OFF depending on the current
state of the audible chirp and LED:ON or LED:OFF depending on the current state of the
visual chirp. Change the settings by navigating into the AUD and/or LED menu.

Use the right arrow key in the Main display to mute or unmute the audible chirp
and key sounds.

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3.5 ALARM FUNCTIONS

The RDS-Med features versatile alarm functions for dose rate and dose which can be set in
the ALARM menu.

• Dose Rate indicates the current dose rate alarm level

• Dose Mode indicates the current dose alarm mode: single, dual or off
• Dose indicates the current dose alarm level
• DR Mode indicates the current dose rate alarm mode: single, dual or off

The alarm mode setting allows the user to select the desired alarm functionality. The user can
select to apply a single alarm level only, a dual alarm with an additional warning level or switch
the alarm completely off. The default mode is single alarm where only one alarm level is in
use. The factory set alarm level is 50 µSv/h for dose rate and 500 µSv for accumulated dose.
If the dual mode is taken into use, the factory preset warning levels are 10 µSv/h for dose rate
and 100 µSv for accumulated dose. The alarm levels can be freely set by navigating further
into the menu of each setting as described in the coming chapters.

By default, the activation of an alarm state will activate the audible alarm, the visual alarm
(LED) and the vibration alarm. An active warning can be silenced in the Main menu by
pressing the right arrow key. This will stop the audible alarm, the vibration and the visual (LED)
alarm. If an active warning has been silenced, the display will still indicate the warning
condition. The alarm methods which are in use can be changed from the CSW-Med
Configuration Software.

3.5.1 DOSE RATE ALARM

The dose rate alarm can have three different modes:

• Single
• Dual (different level is set for WARNING and ALARM)
• OFF

To switch between the different alarm modes, navigate to DR Mode and set the desired mode
Dual, Single or OFF by pressing the Select key.

To set a new dose rate alarm level, navigate into Dose Rate and set a value by pressing the
up/down arrow keys and then moving right (or left) between the numbers to complete your
desired setting. When the alarm level has been entered, save by pressing the Select key.

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To set the desired alarm level it may be necessary to switch between unit multipliers. To switch
between µSv/h, mSv/h or Sv/h, navigate to the unit (furthest right on the display) and change
the selected unit multiplier with the up/down arrow keys. When the desired alarm level is
selected, save by pressing the Select key.

To ignore the changes, press the left arrow key until the display returns to the previous menu
level. Also waiting 12 seconds time out will switch the display back to Main display without
changing the alarm level.
In dual mode the user can set two levels which will trigger the device alarming functions: a
warning level and an alarm level.
To set the device in dual mode navigate into DR Mode and select Dual from the menu. To set
a dose rate warning and alarm navigate into Dose Rate. The first available setting will be Dose
Rate Warning. Set a suitable level, lower than the intended alarm level, according to the
process described above. Save the desired level by pressing the Select key. The setting will
move automatically to Dose Rate Alarm. Set a suitable dose rate alarm according to the
process described above.

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If the dose rate warning is muted from the Main display, the warning audible, vibration and
LED indication will switch off. The display will still continuously show the warning symbol in
the left upper corner and the display will blink.

During a dose rate warning the During a dose rate alarm the
Main display will blink, showing Main display will blink, showing
the measured dose rate. The the measured dose rate. The AL
W symbol remains constantly symbol remains constantly on
on screen. screen.

The configuration software offers additional control over the alarm methods. In the
software the alarm method can be set freely to any single mode or a combination
of audio/visual/vibration.

Use the dual alarm mode to set a dose rate warning level to alert the user to a rising
dose rate field which requires attention. The user is then alerted to the unusual
condition and the meter will next alert the user if the alarm level is exceeded.

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3.5.2 DOSE ALARM

The dose alarm can have three different modes:

• Single
• Dual (different level is set for WARNING and ALARM)
• OFF

To switch between the different alarm modes, navigate to Dose Mode and set the desired
mode Dual, Single or OFF by pressing the Select key.

To set a new dose alarm level, navigate into Dose and set a value by pressing the up/down
arrow keys and then moving right (or left) between the numbers to complete your desired
setting. When the alarm level has been entered, save by pressing the Select key.

To set the desired alarm level, it may be necessary to switch between unit multipliers. To
switch between µSv, mSv or Sv, navigate to the unit (furthest right on the display) and change
the selected unit multiplier with the up/down arrow keys. When the desired alarm level is
selected, save by pressing the Select key.
To ignore the changes, press the left arrow key until the display returns to the previous menu
level. Also waiting 12 seconds time out will switch the display back to Main display without
changing the alarm level.
In Dual mode the user can set two levels which will trigger the device alarming functions: a
warning level and an alarm level.
To set the device in dual mode navigate into Dose Mode and select Dual from the menu. To
set a dose warning and alarm navigate into Dose. The first available setting will be Dose
Warning. Set a suitable level, lower than the intended alarm level, according to the process
described above. Save the desired level by pressing the Select key. The setting will move
automatically to Dose Alarm. Set a suitable dose alarm according to the process described
above.
If the dose warning is muted from the Main display, the warning audible, vibration and LED
indication will switch off. The display will still continuously show the warning symbol in the left
upper corner and the display will periodically indicate the dose warning level and the text
‘warning’.

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During a dose warning the dose During a dose alarm the dose
warning level will cycle on the alarm level will cycle on the Main
Main display with the measured display with the measured dose
dose rate. The W symbol rate. The AL symbol remains
remains constantly on screen. constantly on screen.

The configuration software offers additional control over the alarm methods. In
the software the alarm method can be set freely to any single mode or a
combination of audio/visual/vibration.

Use the Dual alarm mode to set an accumulated dose warning level to alert the user
to an increasing dose. The meter will next alert the user if the accumulated dose
alarm level is exceeded.

3.5.3 EXTERNAL ALARM

When an external probe is connected to the RDS-Med, the probe alarm setting can be
checked and changed in the EXT.AL meter menu. The external alarms available in the menu
are dependent on the connected probe. The external alarm is enabled by default.
For CSP series probes (product codes NOM*) the available alarm types and levels come from
the probe memory. These vary with probe type, check the probe manual for details. The preset
alarm levels for the CSP probes can be changed using the CSPS software.
For the GMP-12 dose rate probe series, the user can choose any of the preset 8 dose rate
alarm levels listed below.
Preset levels for GMP12 series dose rate alarm:

• OFF, 10, 50, 100, 500, 1 000, 5 000, 10 000 or 50 000 µSv/h or mrem/h.

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For contamination probes such as GMP-25 the preset units of the external alarm depend on
the unit selected in the Probe menu: cps, cpm, dpm, Bq or Bq/cm2.

• CPS: OFF, 10, 15, 20, 60, 100, 60, 1000 or 6000 cps.
• CPM: OFF, 600, 900, 1200, 3600, 6000 cpm, 36 kcpm, 60 kcpm or 360 kcpm
• DPM: OFF, 1200, 1800, 2400, 7200 dpm, 12 kdpm, 72 kpdm, 120 kdpm or 720
kdpm
• Bq: 20, 30, 40, 120, 200, 1200, 2000 Bq or 12kbq
• Bq/cm2: list will be Bq values divided by detector area

Set the probe alarm level by navigating into the EXT.AL menu and pressing the up/down
arrow keys until the desired alarm level is the active selection. Press the Select key to save
the desired alarm level.

Navigate into the Probe menu to change the probe measuring unit, if necessary. See
Chapter 3.10 External Probes for more details.

3.6 DIAGNOSTICS
The Diagnostics menu has the following features (described in following chapters):

• DISPLAY THE DEVICE FIRMWARE VERSION

• MANUAL ACTIVATION OF THE METER SELFTEST
• DISPLAY THE BATTERY CAPACITY LEVEL
• PERFORM CALIBRATION CHECK

3.6.1 FIRMWARE VERSION

The device firmware can be updated using the CSW-Med Configuration Software. See the
software manual for more details.

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3.6.2 SELF TEST ROUTINE

To activate the meter selftest routine, navigate into the DIAG menu, the selftest is the active
selection and press the Select key to initiate.

The selftest routine includes checking the high voltage, the operating voltage, and the battery
capacity. During this process the user may also check the operation of all the display pixels,
the visual alarm LED, the audible alarm, and the vibration alarm.

When using NiMH batteries, set the correct battery type in the CSW-Med
configuration software. Note that with NiMH batteries the battery capacity indication
is less accurate than for alkaline batteries.

3.6.3 CALIBRATION CHECK

Calibration check is available under Diagnostics, the default procedure listed below.

• Calibration check expects to have 1 mSv/h (default) @ CS-137 field and checks
that the response is within ±10%.
• After starting the calibration check, the device shall be placed to 1mSv/h field in 30
seconds.
• Calibration check expects to detect 10000 pulses within 5 minutes. Calibration
check ends after the needed pulses are detected.
• Calibration error is displayed if detected dose rate is not within ±10%.
If the Calibration check is selected by mistake, wait approximately 5 minutes for the routine to
finish (CALIB.CHK, Calibration in progress). The meter will display Calibration error. Press
any button to exit the mode. The meter will restart, no changes or checks made.

The RDS-Med has a fixed calibration validity of 365 days. Performing a successful
calibration check from the DIAG menu will prolong the validity by another 365
days. The prolonging is possible for up to 3 years, after which a full calibration is
needed.

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3.7 DISPLAY
You can turn the source finder mode ON and OFF from the Display menu. The source finder
turns the Main display into a visual histogram to guide the user to find contamination and
radiation sources. The source finder is deactivated in the event of an alarm.

3.8 COMMUNICATION

3.8.1 NET WRM

The WRM functionality is used to send data packets via external data connection, for example
serial line or Local Area Network. The WRM can be set to OFF or to send messages in
intervals between two seconds to one hour.
To activate the Net WRM communication in RDS-Med (or set data send interval in RS
communication or over Local Area Network):
Navigate into the WRM menu and select a suitable send interval from the available options: 2
s, 4 s, 10 s, 20 s, 30 s, 60 s, 5 min, 10 min, 15 min, 30 min and 60 min.
Change the state to OFF to deactivate the WRM communication.

If the WRM is activated the Main display will show the symbol .

3.8.2 BLE

The device has readiness for Bluetooth communication. Contact Mirion for additional
information.
BLE communication can be configured in the BLE menu. The user can manually activate
BLE enumeration for 60 s. The user can also disable to BLE communication in this menu.

• ON will activate BLE enumeration for 60 seconds

• OFF will disable the BLE communication

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If the BLE is activated the Main display will show the symbol .

3.9 SCALER
The Scaler functionality allows the user to set a measurement integration time and to measure
the current background. This enables net measurements. The scaler function can be used to
improve the measurement MDA (Minimum Detectable Activity).
When an external probe is connected, the scaler functionality is reserved for the external
probe.
The following chapters describe the scaler functionality for the RDS-Med internal detector or
an external dose rate probe and other external probes.

3.9.1 SCALER FUNCTION INTERNAL DETECTOR/DOSE RATE PROBE

The Scaler menu of the RDS-Med internal detector or an external dose rate probe has the
following features:

• Settings
• Gross Meas.

The settings menu allows the user to set an integration time:

10 s, 1 min, 3 min, 6min, 10 min, 30 min and 60 min.

When the desired integration time has been set, the user can then select to perform a Gross
measurement.
Initiate a scaler measurement by navigating into Gross Meas. and selecting start. The
measurement result remains on the meter display until the Select key is pressed for a new
acquisition or the left arrow key is pressed to exit the mode.

Once a scaler measurement has been initiated it can be stopped at any time by pressing the
Select key or the left arrow key. In that menu the measurement can be restarted, stopped or
aborted. If the scaler measurement is stopped, the result of the measurement will be
displayed. If the scaler measurement is aborted, the display will move to the Scaler menu
without showing a result.

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The result of a Scaler measurement with

RDS-Med internal detector or with an
external dose rate probe will show the
dose R (P) and the time T.

3.9.2 SCALER FUNCTION WITH OTHER EXTERNAL PROBES

With an external probe connected, the Scaler menu has the following features:

• Settings
• Gross Meas.
• Background
• Net Meas.

The Settings menu allows the user to change the probe unit and to set a measurement
integration time or number of counts. The preset time/count levels being:
10 s, 1 min, 3 min, 6 min, 10 min, 30 min and 60 min or 100, 1000, 10000, 20000 counts.

The options available in the scaler menu will depend on probe type. For example, for the
GMP-25 probe there is a time setting available instead of time/count and the scaler menu will
show the current isotope in use.

The following menu views are for a SAB-100 probe:

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When the desired settings have been entered, the user can then select to perform a Gross
measurement by navigating into Gross Meas. and selecting start.
In a Net measurement the background is reduced from the measured counts. Before initiating
a Net measurement, acquire the Background by navigating into the Background menu and
selecting start.

When the background measurement is finished, pressing the Select key will take to the Net
measurement menu. This menu view will also show the current background measurement
results. Initiate a Net measurement by selecting start.

A scaler measurement result remains on the meter display until the select key is pressed for
a new acquisition or the left arrow key is pressed to exit the mode. If the Net Meas. result is
less than background it will be empty.

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Once a scaler measurement has been initiated it can be stopped at any time by pressing the
Select key or the left arrow key. In that menu the measurement can be restarted, stopped or
aborted. If the scaler measurement is stopped, the result of the measurement will be
displayed. If the scaler measurement is aborted, the display will move to the Scaler menu
without showing a result.

Example result of a Scaler Example result of a Scaler

measurement with an external measurement with an external alpha/
alpha/beta probe showing beta/ gamma pancake probe showing
time T and the result alpha the result activity R in Bq, count time T
and beta activity. and counted pulses P.

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3.10 EXTERNAL PROBES

External probes can be quickly and easily connected to the RDS-Med.
To connect the external probe to the meter, first remove the rubber protection cap of the
connector by pulling the cap out. Before making the connection to RDS-Med, make sure the
cable is well connected to the probe. The last step is to connect cable to meter. This order
ensures, that the meter does not start to recognize probe type before it can be done.
Observe the correct orientation by matching the internal ledge of the connector to the groove
on the meter connector. This step is very important to avoid bending the connector pins.
Finally, turn the fixing sleeve clockwise until it is firmly fastened.

Most probes are detected automatically. The display will show CSP.INIT or the symbol
while the connection is being established. For probes with an internal memory the radiation
detection starts without any need for additional input. For the few probes without internal
memory the meter will prompt to select a detector type before measurement begins. See the
below chapters for detailed instruction by probe series: CSP series, GMP-25/GMP-12 and
probes without internal memory.
The Probe menu is visible only when an external probe is connected. The probe menu
features items depending on the connected probe type.

3.10.1 CSP (CANBERRA SMART PROBE) SERIES

The CSP series extends the RDS-Med capabilities with a large array of versatile probes. See
Chapter 7.2 for a probe listing. With CSP probes use of lithium batteries is recommended.
With CSP probes we recommend to always turn the meter off when connecting the probe to
ensure correct identification and parameter reading. With the wide selection of CSP probes
you must observe that correct probe type is recognized when you switch between different
types; re-starting the meter is the safest practice.
The CSP probes (part nos beginning with NOM*) have an internal memory and are
automatically recognized by the RDS-Med. The probe menu with CSP probe connected
features:

• PROBE TYPE
• PROBE UNIT

The units which are available will depend on the probe type. See the probe manual for more
details. If the probe unit is changed in the RDS-Med menu, it will be saved into the probe
memory.
To see the isotope coefficients, use the CSPS software or check the probe documentation, if
the factory calibration and isotope settings have not been changed. The isotope coefficients
can be changed in the CSPS software.

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3.10.2 OTHER PROBES WITH INTERNAL MEMORY

GMP-25 is a contamination probe with internal memory. When these probes are connected
to the meter, they are automatically recognized. The probe menu features will depend on the
probe type. For example, when a GMP-25 is connected to the meter, the Probe menu features:

• PROBE TYPE
• PROBE UNIT
• PROBE Isotope

The GMP-12 probes are a series of dose rate probes with internal memory (except GMP-
12SD). These probes have an internal memory and will be automatically recognized.
However, they don’t have any settings which could be in the Probe menu, so the menu will
not be visible.

The following menu examples are with the GMP-25 pancake probe connected to the RDS-
Med.

The Probe Unit menu shows the probe measurement unit which is currently in use and
allows the user to change the unit. For the GMP-25 probe the available units are cps, cpm,
dpm, Bq and Bq/cm2. To change the measurement unit, navigate into the Probe Unit menu
and select from the list. Note that when selecting Bq or Bq/cm2, the conversion from counts
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The Probe Isotope menu shows the name of the current isotope coefficient in use. To view
the actual numerical coefficient or to change the isotope settings, use the CSW-Med software.
The RDS-Med reads data from the probe memory such as the unit of measurement and the
saved isotopes. For example, the default unit in the GMP-25 is cpm. Even if the unit is changed
from the meter menu, at the next power on the cpm unit will be read again from the probe
memory.

3.10.3 PROBES WITHOUT INTERNAL MEMORY

The RDS-Med is compatible with some probes which don’t have internal memory, the most
common being the GMP-12SD dose rate probe with high dose endurance.
When connecting a probe with no memory, the user will be prompted first to select the probe
type. There are three types:

• Gen.CHK.Def is for a probe with no internal memory that is tested for the pulse
generation of the external probe. If no pulses are detected for a given time, the meter
will show an error message. Select this type only when using legacy probes such as
GMP-11-3 or GMP-15-3.

• Gen.No.Def is for a probe with no internal memory that is not tested for pulse
generation. For example, probes which are alpha sensitive only, and there are no
pulses at all in the determined time window.

• GMP-12SD is dedicated to the GMP-12SD dose rate probe. When using this probe
type, select first the probe type and then the probe serial number to use the correct
probe calibration coefficients. If the serial number is not selected, probe type default
coefficients will be used. If the serial number is not available, the probe calibration
coefficients have not been saved into the RDS-Med memory. The CSW-Med
Configuration software is required to do that. See the software manual for instructions
on how to save the probe coefficients.

The probe type can be changed without switching the meter off, by navigating into the PROBE
menu and selecting another type. Selecting the wrong probe type may lead to an error
condition Det.DFE accompanied by an audible alarm, as the pulses from the probe don’t
match to the expectation and the meter detects a detector fault. In this case, switch the meter
off and select another probe type at start up.

The RDS-Med meter will remember the last selected probe type without internal
memory. When connecting a probe without memory, if the user doesn’t make a
selection in the menu when prompted, the RDS-Med will use the type selected last
which will be blinking in the display.

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4 ERROR CODES AND OTHER DISPLAY MESSAGES

When necessary, the meter will give display messages regarding battery condition, current
alarms, warnings, and error situations.

4.1 LOW BATTERY WARNING

An audible low battery warning signal combined with a blinking battery symbol indication
repeated every 6 minutes when the battery capacity is 10% < Capacity < 30%
Low battery warning: _______ _ _______
(Long – Short – Long Bleep in five minutes
intervals). The dose rate measurement continues normally.

4.2 LOW BATTERY ALARM

The display shows "LOBAT" blinking and the audible alarm is activated when the battery
capacity is <10%.
Low battery alarm: _______ _ _______
(Long – Short – Long Bleep in 20 second intervals).
NOTE: The dose rate measurement is prevented.

4.3 DOSE RATE / DOSE WARNING (BLINKING DISPLAY)

Dose rate warning: ------ (two beeps per second).
The dose rate display is blinking, and the continuous audible alarm is on. The alarm can be
silenced with right arrow key in the Main display.
Dose alarm: - - - - - - (one beep per two seconds).
The dose rate display is on and the current dose warning level alternates in the display and
the continuous audible alarm is on. The alarm can be silenced with the right arrow key in the
Main display.

4.4 DOSE RATE / DOSE ALARM (BLINKING DISPLAY)

Dose rate alarm: ------ (two beeps per second).
The dose rate display is blinking, and the continuous audible alarm is on.
Dose alarm: - - - - - - (one beep per two seconds).
The dose rate display is on and the current dose alarm level alternates in the display and the
continuous audible alarm is on.

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4.5 DOSE RATE OVERFLOW ALARM (OFL)

When the measurement limits are exceeded, the display shows “OFL” (blinking). The
continuous audible alarm is on.
Dose rate overflow: ____ ____
(continuous beeps).
The overflow alarm cannot be reset.
NOTE: When the dose rate overflow has been activated, there will be a message from this
event in the dose read-out. When the dose is given, the display alternates between “DR.OFL”
<-> dose. This flag will be set when the dose is reset. This is to inform the user that the
measured dose might not give the true value due to exceeding the maximum measurable
dose.

4.6 DEFECT ERRORS

In case there is a critical internal failure in the instrument, the Defect error is activated. The
continuous audible alarm is on.
Error alarm: _______ _______
(continuous bleeps every two seconds).
The dose rate measurement is prevented.
Error codes and types:
CAL.DF Calibration error, the calibration coefficient is default, or is out of accepted
limits.
FLS.DF Non-volatile memory error
DET.DF Internal detector is faulty
DET.DFE External detector is faulty
DG1.DF High voltage is not within specified range
DG2.DF Internal power supply is out of specified range
DG3.DF Firmware CRC error; the bit sum check of embedded software failed
LFE.DF Cumulative dose overflow (>10 Sv). The GM-detector can be at the end of life.
Should an error occur, write down the Error message and return the meter to the manufacturer
for service (for contact info: see the last page of this manual). The internal diagnostics memory
will also store critical errors, but in case the problem is the memory itself, it cannot be
completed.

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5 MAINTENANCE AND DECONTAMINATION

No specific maintenance is required except for a periodic check of the calibration. Calibration
check is described in Chapter 3.6 Diagnostics.

A simple functional check of the meter can include switching it on and letting it
run though the self-check routine at start up. Leave the meter on additionally for
several minutes to check that the detector receives pulses as expected even at
background level or use a small radiation source to check that the meter
responds.

5.1 FIRMWARE UPDATE

The CSW-Med Configuration Software is needed to perform a firmware update. Follow the
procedures outlined in the software manual to upload a new firmware to the RDS-Med.

The latest RDS-Med firmware can be downloaded from mirion.com

Note! If the RDS-Med becomes unresponsive during a firmware update, don’t remove
the batteries, simply try to run the firmware update again.

5.2 BATTERY COVER AND SEAL CHANGE

For battery cover and seal change a replacement cover or seal and a Pozidriv #1
screwdriver are needed.

Instructions:

• Unscrew the battery cover from the meter

• Pull the rubber seal from the plastic cover.
• Attach the new rubber seal to the plastic cover.
• Make sure that the tips in the plastic are in the holes of the seal and the seal is well
aligned.
• Screw the battery cover back to the meter.

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5.3 CALIBRATION
The CSW-Med Configuration Software is needed for the calibration of RDS-Med. Follow the
calibration procedure outlined in the software manual. A calibration check can be activated
directly from the meter menu under DIAG.

5.4 MECHANICAL DECONTAMINATION

The recommended mechanical method for decontamination is vacuum cleaning or blasting
with pressurized air.

5.5 CHEMICAL DECONTAMINATION

During the decontamination procedure following items are needed:

• Cleaning solution with neutral pH (non-corrosive preferred)

• Cotton pad, paper tissue, etc.

The RDS-Med can be decontaminated with any commercially available decontamination

solutions which are suitable for polycarbonate/polyamide materials (e.g. Sprint 200 Free PH
7). Acetone is not recommended. Begin with wiping and/or brushing. Immersion is only
recommended as a next step if necessary and after it has been confirmed that the IP67 sealing
of the meter is intact. Please see the service manual or ask the manufacturer for more advice
about immersing the RDS-Med in a decontamination solution.

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6 SPECIFICATIONS

Complies with IEC 60846-1 standard, designed to meet ANSI 42.17A, 42.17C standards.
The device is CE and UKCA compliant.
RADIOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS
• Radiation detected gamma and X-rays. Alpha, beta, and neutron radiation with
external probes
• Operational quantity: ambient dose equivalent H(10)
• Geiger-Mueller (GM) radiation detector with the possibility of measuring natural
background levels
• IEC Energy Range: 48 keV to 1.8 MeV
• Dose Rate Measurement Range: 0.05 μSv/h to 100 mSv/h (5 µrem/h to 10 rem/h)
• IEC Dose Rate Measurement Range: 0.3 µSv/h to 100 mSv/h (0.03 mrem/h to 10
rem/h)
• Dose Measurement Range:1 µSv to 10 Sv (0.01 mrem to 1000 rem)
• Dose Rate Linearity: -15% to +22% 0.3 μSv/h to 0.1 Sv/h (0.03 mrem/h to 10 rem/h)
FUNCTIONAL CHARACTERISTICS
• Four navigation keys and a select key to operate the instrument
• Three keypad direct functions: Backlight, Mute and Dose and one
• user-defined shortcut
• Direct access to dose screen from keypad: level of dose in percentage of alarm level
• Configurable units: Sv(/h), rem(/h), with external detectors cps, cpm, dpm, Bq and
Bq/cm2
• Audible, visual and vibration alarm with configurable levels
• Real-Time Clock (RTC) function with 3 hrs battery back up
• Graphical LCD display; special symbols for alarm, external probe, battery,
communication, vibration alarm, chirp and mute
• Dual display in probe mode; measurements from internal and external detector
simultaneously
• Scaler/time with gross or net measurement (background deduction) for improved
statistics
ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS
• Power supply: Batteries 2 x AA/LR6, alkaline, NiMH or lithium
• Operation time with fresh Alkaline batteries more than 2 months 8h use/24 h (600 h
in background radiation, Bluetooth® Low Energy disabled, 1display backlight off,
LED off)
• Operation time with fully charged NiMH batteries more than 1.5 months 8 h use/24 h
with 2900 mAh capacity (in background radiation, Bluetooth Low Energy disabled,
display backlight off, LED off)
• Contacts for external power and charging of NiMH battery
• Alarm audio level 86 dBA at 30 cm

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ENVIRONMENTAL CHARACTERISTICS
• Operating temperature: -25 °C to +60 °C (-13 °F to 140 °F)
• Storage temperature -40 °C to +70 °C (-40 °F to 158 °F)
• Relative humidity 10% to 95% at +35 °C (95 °F)
• RF-immunity: Fulfills following standards: IEC 61000-4-2 (2008), IEC 61000-4-3
(2006 +A1:2007 + A2:2010), IEC 61000-4-6 (2013), IEC 61000-4-8 (2009)
• RF Emissions: Fulfills following standards: EN 55032B
• FCC approval 2AHI8-RDS-32
• IC Approval 26167-RDS32
• IEC 60846-1
MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS
• Case: high impact durable glass fiber reinforced polymer;
drop tested from 1 m height on concrete floor on each side
• Ergonomic design, rubber grip around the case
• Binder-702 series connector
• Enclosure class IP67 (IEC 60529), including battery compartment
• Dimensions: 116 x 72 x 32 mm (4.57 x 2.83 x 1.26 in)
• Weight without batteries/with batteries: 160 g / 210 g (0.35 lb/0.46 lb)
• Wrist strap, battery covers with and without a belt clip

COMMUNICATION PROTOCOLS
• USB communication with suitable adapter
• Bluetooth Low Energy 4.2 protocol, Class 2 communication

RDS-MED VERSIONS AND ORDERING CODES

Part no. 1233-343 RDS-Med S Radiation Survey Meter
Part no. 1233-344 RDS-Med R Radiation Survey Meter

The version with Sievert-units is marked with ‘S’ and the version with rem-units with ‘R’.

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7 ACCESSORIES AND PROBES

7.1 ACCESSORIES

PROBE CABLES:
Part no. 1233-293 GMP-12SD/GSD/UW/GMP-25i coiled connection cable, 0,7 m - 1,6 m
Part no. 1233-295 GMP-12SD/GSD/UW/GMP-25i straight connection cable, length 20 m
Part no. 1233-318 RDS-CSP probe adapter cable, length 0,4 m
Part no. 1233-319 RDS-CSP probe straight adapter cable, length 1,5 m
Part no. 1233-320 RDS-CSP probe coiled adapter cable, length 0,7 m - 1,6 m

SOFTWARE:
Part no. 1233-345 CSW-Med Configuration Software incl. Cable Link
Part no. 1233-333 USB-RDS-Med Cable Link

OTHER ACCESSORIES:
Part no. 1233-300 Alarm Box without RDS-Med and accessories
Part no. 1233-301 Alarm Box alert kit: signaling set A (fixed on top)
Part no. 1233-302 Alarm Box alert kit: signaling set B (includes wall mounting)
Part no. 1233-303 LAN Adapter to Alarm Box
Part no. 1233-213 Telescopic Pole for RDS meters (incl. carrying strap)
Part no. 1233-311 Carrying bag for telescopic pole
Part no. NOM006819 RDS/CSP Bracket (to fix RDS meters to CSP probe body, excl. cable)
Part no. 1241-251 Cradle for RDS meters including power supply and wall mounting kit

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7.2 COMPATIBLE PROBES GMP/CSP SERIES

Part no. 1233-294 GMP-12GSD Gamma dose rate probe
Part no. 1233-286 GMP-12SD Gamma dose rate probe
Part no. 1233-287 GMP-12UW Gamma dose rate probe
Part no. 1233-279 GMP-25 Alpha/Beta/Gamma pancake probe
Part no. 1233-291 GMP-25i Alpha/Beta/Gamma pancake probe
Part no. NOM006273 SA-100 Alpha CSP probe with 100 cm² detection area
Part no. NOM006272 SB-100/A Beta CSP probe with 100 cm² detection area, Mylar window
Part no. NOM006309 SB-100/B Beta CSP probe 100 cm² detection area, Aluminum window
Part no. NOM006413 SA-32: Alpha CSP probe with 32 cm² detection area
Part no. NOM006499 SB-32: Beta CSP probe with 32 cm² detection area
Part no. NOM006514 SAB-32 Alpha/Beta CSP probe with 32 cm² detection area
Part no. NOM006290 SX-2R 1.5’’ x 3 mm X-Ray CSP probe
Part no. NOM006274 SAB-100 Alpha/Beta CSP probe with 100 cm² detection area
Part no. NOM006306 SABG-100 Alpha/Beta/Gamma CSP probe, 100 cm² detection area
Part no. NOM006554 SAB-250 Alpha/Beta CSP probe with 250 cm² detection area
Part no. NOM006960 Easy-Count Alfa/Beta PIPS smear holder, belongs to CSP series
Part no. NOM006270 SG-1R 1" x 1" NaI(Tl) Gamma CSP probe
Part no. NOM006271 SG-2R 2" x 2" NaI(Tl) Gamma CSP probe
Part no. NOM006291 SPAB-15 Alpha/Beta 15 cm² CSP probe with PIPS detector
Part no. NOM006323 STTC Wide Range Gamma CSP probe
Part no. NOM006503 STTC-W Wide Range Gamma CSP probe with 20 meter cable on reel
Part no. NOM006622 TELE-STTC-2/R31 Wide Range Gamma telescopic CSP probe
Part no. NOM006673 TELE-STTC-2L/R31 Wide Range Gamma telescopic CSP probe,
ultralight
Part no. NOM006364 SABG-15+ Alpha/Beta/Gamma pancake CSP probe
Part no. NOM006371 SVLD Very Low Dose Rate Gamma CSP probe
Part no. NOM007742 SN-D-2 Neutron Dose Rate CSP probe
Part no. NOM006363 SN-S Neutron Search CSP probe
Part no. NOM007745 SABS-579 Alfa/Beta 579 cm² Floor CSP probe
Part no. NOM006603 SABP-525 Alfa/Beta 525 cm² Foot CSP probe

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8 FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.

Modifications: Any modifications made to this device that are not approved by Mirion
Technologies Oy may void the authority granted to the user by the FCC to operate this
equipment.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.

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9 ICC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT

This device contains license-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation,

Science and Economic Development Canada’s license-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject
to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference.
2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
L’émetteur/récepteur exempt de licence contenu dans le présent appareil est conforme aux
CNR d’In-novation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada applicables aux
appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes:
1. L’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage;
2. L’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est sus-
ceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.

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 FEEDBACK

FEEDBACK

We are continuously working hard at producing correct and easy-to-read technical

documents. However, complex systems are often difficult to explain or understand
and therefore mistakes or inadequacies may occur occasionally in the
documentation process. To correct these errors, we would like to hear your opinion
on this document.
You can submit your feedback on our website www.mirion.com filling out the contact
form. Alternatively, you can directly contact the manufacturing site for RDS-Med:
Mirion Technologies (RADOS) Oy
Mustionkatu 2
20750 Turku
Finland

Email: [email protected]
Tel.: +358 2 4684 600

As standards, specifications and design are subject to change over a period of

time, please request for the confirmation of the information given in this
publication.

For additional information on Mirion products and solutions please visit our
webpage www.mirion.com

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