Haltech HAL-HPC300 Quick start guide

HAL-HPC300
Handheld Particle Counter
Operational Manual
625 E Carroll Avenue
Glendora, CA 91741 USA
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Important Messages
Quality Assurance
• This product has met the product specifications. All the test instruments and
standard materials used for calibration are traceable.
• This certification is for new production only and not valid for used one or ones
for an exhibition purpose.
Commonly used symbols in this manual
Following symbols are used throughout this manual:
The action could lead to harmful damage to the instrument.
Bring you attention about the features of the instrument.
Unpacking and Inspection
• Inspect the receiving package and notify the shipper immediately if there
appears to be susceptible damage during shipping.
• Please verify that the enclosed items match with the shipping package list.
This Instrument is designed to be the class-1 laser equipment. Removing the
cover without authorization may result in exposing to the laser radiation or high
voltage. This Instrument also contains static sensitive components that may be
damaged by improper handling. The warranty is void for any unauthorized
opening of the instrument.

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Environmental Requirements
To avoid any accident or damage to the instrument, please avoid using in the
following situations:
• DO NOT expose to combustible, explosive environments.
• DO NOT expose to environments where rust or radioactivity are present.
• DO NOT expose to an environment exceeding the specified limits.
Technical Support and Warrantee
Within a year from the date purchased, the manufacturer will provide free technical
support and software upgrade. For additional help, please contact
[email protected]
It is strongly recommended that the instrument should be calibrated annually. Please contact Hal
Technology to schedule your calibration or any services needed. The HAL-HPC300 can only be
serviced at Hal Technology or by Hal Technology’s authorizing trained professionals.

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Table of Contents
I. Introduction …………….………….………………….…………….…6
1.1 Specifications …………..……………………………….……………7
1.2 Features ……………………………………………………….………7
II. Basic Operation…………..……………………………….…… ……9
2.1 Handheld Unit ………………………………………………...………9
2.2 Control Panel………………………………………...………………11
2.3 Operational Windows ………………………………………..….…11
2.3.1 Startup Page …………………..………………………………11
2.3.2 Measuring Window ………..…………………………………12
2.3.3 Browsing Window …………..……………..…………………16
2.3.4 Setting Window ……………………………………………………18
III. Miscellaneous …………………………………………………...………22
IV. Warrantee ……….…………………………………………………………25
Registration Form ………………………...……………………….…27

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I. Introduction
The Model HAL-HPC300 handheld optical particle counter utilizes the laser technology
for single particle detection. The scattering of light from the particles in the sampling air
steam is converted into electrical pulses, which is then measured and calculated as a
particle size. The HAL-HPC600 consists of a handheld set with a main base unit that
allows users to conduct the sampling around with a handheld set while easily
expanding to multiple functionalities with a base unit. These extended functions
include data downloading, data real-time printing, software upgrading, and battery
charging, etc. In addition to USB and RS232 interfaces, the RJ45 interface allows users
to conduct the remote sampling away from the sampling location.
The HAL-HPC300 has up to three adjustable particle size channels starting at 0.3
microns at a flow of .1 CFM (2.83 LPM). Particle count data is displayed as
Cumulative, Differential or Concentration mode (Counts/Liter or Counts/Cubic foot,
Counts/Cubic Meter). The Model HAL-HPC300 can also include a digital temperature
and relative humidity probe, back lit interface and is capable of storing 3,000 sample
records. It is in compliance with the international standards (JIS B 9925:1997 and
ISO14644-1) and support both metric and English systems.

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1.1 Features
• User configurable for three size channels
• Set and display date and time.
• High speed USB interface for data downloading
• RS-232 communication port for data downloading, printing, and software
upgrading
• Count Limit Warning: Setting according to the FED standard 209E or ISO
14644-1 standard
• Error status indicator: The instrument will automatically monitor the sensor
status, out of flow calibration (>±5%), or insufficient battery
• Up to 1000 sets of data can be saved
• Timer, auto-start sampling
• Average of multiple times of measurements
• External digital temperature and humility sensors to assure accurate
measurement
• Up to 26 location labels of measurements
• No less than 6 hours of continuous operation.
• Auto print function.
1.2 Specifications
• Size Range：0.3µm~25µm
• Channel Sizes: 0.3µm, 0.5µm (default), 5.0µm (default channel can be
configurable by users)
• Light Source：Laser diode (more than 100,000 hours MTBF)
• Coincidence Loss: <5% @70,000 particles/Liter
• Flow Rate: 2.83 Liter/min (0.1cfm)
• Counting Efficiency: 50±20%@0.3µm; 100±10%@0.5µm
• Test Standard: JIS-B-9921 (1997), ASTM-F649-01, ASTM-F328-98 (NIST
traceable)
• Sampling Time: 1 sec ~ 59 min and 59sec (User defined)
• Sampling Count: 1 ~ 99 (User defined)

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• Count Limit Warning: FED STD 209E (Class 1 ~ 100,000 ) or ISO 14644-1
(Class 2 ~ 9)
• Measurement: Single/repeat/Average
• Error Indication: Count limit, loss of laser power, out of flow calibration (>±5%),
insufficient battery
• Communication Speed: USB —12Mbps, RJ45—100Mbps, RS-232—9600bps
• Power: Li-ion polymer Battery (7.4V/2800mAH)
or AC adapter (AC input: 100 ~ 240V, DC output: 9V/1.5A)
• Max. Operating time: continue operation > 6 hours with Li-ion polymer battery)
• Dimension: 93 (W）×180 (H) × 48 (D) mm
• Weight: < 950 g
• Environmental Condition: Operating: 5~ 45 , <90%RH℃
• Storage: -20~ 50 , <90%RH℃

II. Basic Operation
2.1 Handheld Unit
Figure1Front View of the Handheld Set
Temperature &
Relative
Humidity Probe
Interface
Power Switch
Back Lit
LCD Display
Air Intake
Control Panel

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Figure 2 Bottom View of the Handheld Set
• USB Interface：Connect to the USB interface of a computer.
• COM port：Connect to the printer or serial port of a computer
• POWER: An AC adapter plug-in port.
• Thread bore is used for a tripod to minimize a human affect on the steady
measurement condition.
USB POWERCO
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Thread bore
Charge Status