Lighthouse SOLAIR 1100LD User manual

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Lighthouse Worldwide Solutions
SOLAIR 1100LD Airborne Particle Counter
Gen E
Operating Manual

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Manufactured by:
Lighthouse Worldwide Solutions
1221 Disk Drive
Medford, Oregon 97501
LWS Part Number: 248083395-1 Rev 9

EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Manufacturer’s Name: Lighthouse Worldwide Solutions, Inc.
Manufacturer’s Address: Lighthouse Worldwide Solutions, Inc.
1221 Disk Drive
Medford, OR 97501 USA
Declares that the product:
Product Name: Portable Airborne Particle Counter
Model Number(s): SOLAIR 1100LD
Conforms to the following Product Specifications:
SAFETY EN61010-1:2010 Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment for
Measurement, Control, and Laboratory Use Part 1:
General Requirements
Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment for
Measurement, Control and Laboratory Use, Part 1:
General Requirements
LASER SAFETY IEN 60825-1:2014 Safety of laser products - Part 1: Equipment classification
and requirements
EMC EN61326 Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control and
Laboratory Use EMC Requirements Part 1: General
Requirements Includes Amendment A1:1998; IEC
61326:1997 + A1:1998
Supplementary information
The product herewith complies with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC amended by
Directive 93/68/EEC and the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC amended by Directive 93/68/EEC and carries the
CE marking accordingly.
Hanford Choy - Director Engineering
Fremont, CA. May 4, 2015

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Table of Contents
About this Manual
Text Conventions ................................................................................................................ i
Additional Help ................................................................................................................... i
Chapter 1 General Safety
Safety Considerations .................................................................................................... 1-1
LASER Safety Information ........................................................................................... 1-1
Port-Connect Warning ................................................................................................... 1-2
Electrostatic Safety Information .................................................................................... 1-2
Chapter 2 Introduction
Overview ........................................................................................................................ 2-1
Description ..................................................................................................................... 2-1
SOLAIR 1100LD Specifications ................................................................................... 2-2
Chapter 3 Unpack, Inspect and Install
Initial Inspection ............................................................................................................ 3-1
Shipping Instructions ..................................................................................................... 3-1
Accessories .................................................................................................................... 3-3
Installation ..................................................................................................................... 3-5
Install the 1100LD on Location ......................................................................... 3-5
Install the Optional Batteries ............................................................................. 3-5
Connect the SOLAIR to AC Power ................................................................... 3-7
Remove the Batteries ......................................................................................... 3-8
Replace Battery .................................................................................................. 3-9
Connect the Isokinetic Probe ............................................................................. 3-9
Load Printer Paper ........................................................................................... 3-11
Connect to a Computer or a Facility Management System ............................. 3-13
How to Replace Fuses ...................................................................................... 3-14

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Chapter 4 Set up the Counter
Overview ........................................................................................................................ 4-1
Analog Sensors .............................................................................................................. 4-1
Analog Setup ...................................................................................................... 4-2
Peripheral Interface Connector ...................................................................................... 4-6
Using Report Parameters ............................................................................................... 4-6
Basic Requirements ....................................................................................................... 4-7
Fed Std ft3 .......................................................................................................... 4-7
ISO 14644-1 ....................................................................................................... 4-8
EU GMP 2009 ................................................................................................... 4-9
Ethernet Configuration .................................................................................................. 4-9
Lantronix Setup ............................................................................................................ 4-10
DOS-Level Commands ................................................................................................ 4-15
Definitions of Terms Used ............................................................................... 4-15
Prepare for Network Installation .................................................................................. 4-16
Equipment Required: ....................................................................................... 4-16
Software Required: .......................................................................................... 4-16
Additional Requirements: ................................................................................ 4-16
Configure Device ......................................................................................................... 4-17
Ethernet Port Configuration ............................................................................. 4-17
Straight-through Cat5 Setup: ............................................................... 4-17
Cross-over Cat5 Setup: ........................................................................ 4-18
Program the Interface ................................................................................................... 4-18
Windows Telnet Programming: ....................................................................... 4-18
Connect the SOLAIR 1100LD to Production LAN ..................................................... 4-23
Connect Ethernet Cable to Instrument ............................................................. 4-23
Chapter 5 Communications
SOLAIR Communication Mode .................................................................................... 5-1
Communicate with the Instrument ..................................................................... 5-1
Ethernet Communications .................................................................................. 5-2
RJ-45 Comm Port .............................................................................................. 5-2
RS485 Communications ........................................................................ 5-3
RS232 Communications ........................................................................ 5-3
USB Communications ....................................................................................... 5-3
Using the USB Port to connect to a PC ................................................. 5-3
USB Flash Drive .................................................................................... 5-5
Chapter 6 Operate SOLAIR
Instrument First Time Use ............................................................................................. 6-1
Touch Screen Overview ................................................................................................. 6-4
Menu Map .......................................................................................................... 6-4

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MAIN Screen ................................................................................................................. 6-5
Location Selection ............................................................................................. 6-9
Changing Locations ............................................................................... 6-9
Locations in AUTO Mode ..................................................................... 6-9
Zoomed Data View .......................................................................................... 6-10
Viewing Two Columns of Data ........................................................... 6-12
CONFIG (Configuration) Screen ................................................................................. 6-15
DATA SETUP ............................................................................................................. 6-16
Particle Channels ............................................................................................. 6-16
Analog Channels .............................................................................................. 6-18
Analog Data Display ............................................................................ 6-21
Zoomed Analog Data Display ............................................................. 6-22
Sample ............................................................................................................. 6-22
Settings ............................................................................................................. 6-25
Count Mode ......................................................................................... 6-25
Geiger Counter Mode .......................................................................... 6-26
Particle Display .................................................................................... 6-27
Alarm ............................................................................................................... 6-28
Alarm Threshold .................................................................................. 6-28
Clear Buffer ..................................................................................................... 6-30
DEVICE SETUP .......................................................................................................... 6-30
Clock ................................................................................................................ 6-31
Options ............................................................................................................. 6-33
Contrast Adjust .................................................................................... 6-33
Audible Beep Adjust ............................................................................ 6-33
Align Touch Screen ............................................................................. 6-33
Scan Mode ....................................................................................................... 6-37
Autostart Mode .................................................................................... 6-38
DiffCuml on Zoom .............................................................................. 6-38
One Channel ........................................................................................ 6-38
One Second Realtime Modbus Output ................................................ 6-39
Pump Startup ........................................................................................ 6-39
Language .......................................................................................................... 6-40
COMM Address ............................................................................................... 6-41
Output Setup .................................................................................................... 6-42
Trouble Shooting the Printer ........................................................................................ 6-46
Nothing Prints .................................................................................................. 6-46
Printing is Not Straight .................................................................................... 6-46
Security ........................................................................................................................ 6-47
Power On Password ............................................................................. 6-48
Configuration Password ....................................................................... 6-49
Service ......................................................................................................................... 6-49
Status ............................................................................................................................ 6-50
Recipe .......................................................................................................................... 6-50
Location ....................................................................................................................... 6-53
Data View Buffer Screen ............................................................................................. 6-57

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Print Data View Buffer Reports ................................................................................... 6-59
Print Record ......................................................................................... 6-60
Print Range .......................................................................................... 6-60
Print Range (Buffer Report) ................................................................ 6-61
Printing Buffer Report ......................................................................... 6-62
REPORTS .................................................................................................................... 6-65
Setting up Counter to Run Reports .................................................................. 6-74
Report Output Setup ........................................................................................ 6-75
Printing a Report .............................................................................................. 6-76
Report Requirements ....................................................................................... 6-76
Fed Std ft3 ............................................................................................ 6-76
ISO 14644-1 ......................................................................................... 6-77
EU GMP 2009 ..................................................................................... 6-77
Sample Printouts of Standard Reports ................................................. 6-78
Power Shutdown Levels .............................................................................................. 6-81
Chapter 7 Program the SOLAIR
General Information ....................................................................................................... 7-1
Instrument Communications .......................................................................................... 7-1
RJ-45 RS-485 Port ............................................................................................. 7-1
RS485 Communications .................................................................................... 7-2
RS232 Communications .................................................................................... 7-2
USB Communications ....................................................................................... 7-2
Using the USB Port to connect to a PC ................................................. 7-3
Configuring with the MODBUS Protocol ..................................................................... 7-4
Setting the Real Time Clock .............................................................................. 7-5
Changing the Default Instrument Parameters .................................................... 7-5
Running the Instrument ................................................................................................. 7-7
MANUAL Counting Mode ................................................................................ 7-8
AUTOMATIC Counting Mode ......................................................................... 7-8
Chapter 8 Maintenance Procedures
Introduction .................................................................................................................... 8-1
Safety ............................................................................................................................. 8-1
Maintenance ................................................................................................................... 8-1
Routine Cleaning ............................................................................................... 8-1
Calibration ......................................................................................................... 8-1
Purge Count Test ............................................................................................... 8-2
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................. 8-2
Appendix A Default Settings
Default Settings for SOLAIR Particle Counters ........................................................... A-1

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Appendix B SOLAIR 1100LD MODBUS Register Map v1.48
COMM Settings ............................................................................................................. B-1
Supported MODBUS Commands .................................................................................. B-1
Sensor Settings Registers ................................................................................... B-2
Device Status ..................................................................................................... B-7
Data Registers ................................................................................................................ B-9
Data Status Byte (30007 - 30008) .................................................................... B-11
Alarm Flags in Channels (30076) .................................................................... B-12
Data Type Registers ......................................................................................... B-12
Data Units Registers ........................................................................................ B-13
Data and Alarm Registers ............................................................................................ B-14
Data and Alarm Enable Registers .................................................................... B-14
Enable Alarming for a Channel ....................................................................... B-16
Threshold Setup Registers ............................................................................... B-17
Setting the Alarm Threshold Value ..................................................... B-18
Appendix C MODBUS Real Time Flow and Laser Current
Required Equipment and Software ................................................................................ C-1
Procedure for Computer USB port to SOLAIR only ......................................... C-1
Appendix D Limited Warranty
Limitation Of Warranties: ............................................................................................. D-1
Warranty Of Repairs After Initial Two (2) Year Warranty: ......................................... D-1
Index

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About this Manual
This manual describes the operation and use of the Lighthouse
SOLAIR 1100LD Airborne Particle Counters.
Text
Conventions The following typefaces have the following meanings:
Note: A note appears in
the sidebar to give extra
information regarding a
feature or suggestion
italics Represents information not to be typed or
interpreted literally. For example, file
represents a file name. Manual titles are also
displayed in italics.
WARNING: A warning
appears in a paragraph
like this or may appear
within the page body and
indicates a condition,
which if not met, could
cause serious personal
injury or death, and
damage to the
instrument.
boldface Introduces or emphasizes a term.
Courier font Indicates command syntax or text displayed
by the diagnostic terminal.
Bold Courier Indicates commands and information that the
user types. The user can enter uppercase or
lowercase letters; in this manual, commands
are shown in uppercase.
Helvetica Italics Indicates a comment on a command or text
output.
Hexadecimal numbers are shown with the word “hex” or with a small “h”
following the digits. For example:
hex 0D
0Dh
Additional
Help For more information about the Lighthouse SOLAIR 1100LD Airborne
Particle Counter, contact Lighthouse Worldwide Solutions:
Service and Support
Tel: [phone] (Toll Free USA)
Tel: [phone] (Outside of USA)
[email protected]

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1General Safety
Safety
Considerations Warnings and cautions are used throughout this manual and the reader should become familiar with the meaning of a warning before
operating the particle counter. Many warnings will appear in the left
margin of the page next to the subject or step to which it applies or they
can appear in the body of text. Take care when performing any
procedures preceded by or containing a warning. The classifications of
warnings are defined as follows:
WARNING: There are
no user-serviceable
components inside the
particle counter.
• LASER - pertaining to exposure to visible or invisible laser
radiation
• Electrostatic - pertaining to electrostatic discharge
• Network Connect - pertaining to communication ports and
instrument damage
LASERSafety
Information This product contains a laser-based sensor that is a Class 1 product (as
defined by FDA 21 CFR, Chapter 1, Sub-Chapter J) when used under
normal operation and maintenance. Performing service on the sensor
can result in exposure to invisible radiation.
The particle counter has been evaluated and tested in accordance with
EN 61010-1:2010, “Safety Requirements For Electrical Equipment for
Measurement, Control and Laboratory Use” and IEC 60825-1:2014,
“Safety of Laser Products”.
WARNING: The use of controls, adjustments or procedures
other than those specified within this manual may result in
personal injury and/or damage to this instrument. Attempts
by unauthorized personnel to disassemble, alter, modify or
adjust the electronics or optics may result in personal injury
and damage to the instrument and will void its warranty.
There are no user-serviceable components inside the
particle counter. Only factory authorized service personnel
should repair or service this instrument and its optical
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If replacement of a battery or AC power cord is required,
replace them only with a battery or power cord having as
good as or better rating than those provided by Lighthouse
Worldwide Solutions. Attempting to use an under-rated
cord or battery can expose the instrument power supply,
adjacent equipment or the user to dangerous shock, fire or
explosion hazards. Failure to heed this warning can result
in personal injury or death.
For further technical assistance, contact Lighthouse at 1-800-945-5905
(Toll Free USA) or 1-541-770-5905 (Outside of USA).
WARNING: +24VDC is
present on RS-485 port
pin 7 when instrument
power is applied.
The international Caution symbol is located on the rear of the
instrument next to the RS-485 port. The symbol will be accompanied
in this manual with a warning that +24VDC is present on connector
pin-7 when instrument power is applied.
Port-Connect
Warning WARNING: Connect to the SOLAIR 1 CFM instrument using
the Ethernet port (upper RJ45), RS485 port (lower RJ45) or
USB port. The instrument will determine which port should
be active and configure it accordingly. Only one interface
can be active at a time. Do NOT attempt to use two or more
of these connectors at one time.
It is suggested that power to the instrument be removed
before changing from one port to another then power the
instrument ON. This warning does NOT apply to the USB
Flash Drive.
Electrostatic
Safety
Information
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage or destroy electronic
components. Therefore, any service or maintenance work should be
done at a static-safe work station. A static-safe work station requires an
ESD consultant to evaluate the work environment and propose the
equipment and apparel needed for just such a work station to be
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2Introduction
Overview This operating manual describes how to use the Lighthouse SOLAIR
1100LD.
The model number signifies the minimum particle size measured by the
instrument. The number “1100” indicates a 0.1 Pm minimum channel
size at 1.0 CFM (28.3 LPM).
The SOLAIR 1100LD design incorporates a stainless steel enclosure
that is easier to wipe down; RS485, Ethernet and USB interfaces; six or
eight particle-size channels; color touch screen interface; an optional
built-in thermal printer and optional internal rechargeable batteries in a
smaller, lighter package than other 0.1m counters.
Note: For lists of the
standard channel sizes
available for each SOLAIR
model, see the SOLAIR
Specifications section in
this chapter.
All SOLAIR instruments contain a microprocessor that controls all of
the instrument functions. Count data is displayed in cumulative or
differential mode as raw data or normalized in particles per cubic foot
or cubic meter.
The 1100LD uses an Extended Life laser-diode light source and
collection optics for particle detection. Particles scatter light from the
laser diode and the collection optics collect and focus the light onto a
photo diode that converts the bursts of light into electrical pulses. The
pulse height is a measure of particle size. Pulses are counted and their
amplitude is measured for particle sizing. Results are displayed as
particle counts in the specified size channel.
Description The large color touch screen makes the 1100LD easy to configure and
operate. The 1100LD stores up to 3000 data records from up to 8
particle count channels. All data can be quickly and reliably
downloaded to a computer, flash drive or printed to the optional printer.
Note: Hard copy reports
are available only if the
optional thermal printer is
installed. Data can be
viewed on the SOLAIR
without the printer.
SOLAIR family instruments allow a user to:
• Set sample and hold times.
• Configure the number of samples taken in a single location.
• Print reports based on Federal Standard 209E (ft3), EU GMP (if
unit has active 0.5 and 5.0 m. channels) and ISO 146441-1.

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• Save data for historical data review.
• Print graphs and data tables using the included data transfer
software.
SOLAIR
1100LD
Specifications Size Range 0.1 - 5.0Pm
Standard 8-Channel
Thresholds 0.1, 0.15, 0.2, 0.25, 0.3, 0.5, 0.7, 1.0m 0.1, 0.15, 0.2, 0.25, 0.3, 0.5, 1.0, 5.0m
Flow Rate 1.0 CFM (28.3 LPM)
Counting Efficiency 50% @ 0.1m, 100% @ 0.15m, per ISO
21501-4
Light Source Extended Life Laser Diode Technology
Zero Count Level <1 count/5 minutes (per ISO 21501-4)
Calibration NIST Traceable
Count Modes Automatic, Manual, Beep, Concentration,
Cumulative/Differential, Real Time (with
LMSNet or LMS ExpressRT
Data Storage Stores up to 3000 sample records in a rotating
buffer (particle and environmental data with
location and time)
External Connections PIC connector; USB-B and Flash Drive USB-
A; Ethernet RJ45, RS485 RJ45, Calibration
port, 4-20 Analog ports, AC IN.
Communication Modes MODBUS ASCII via RS485; MODBUS
ASCII via USB; MODBUS/TCP via Ethernet;
USB Flash drive
Supporting Software LMS XChange Data Transfer Software; LMS
Express, Express RT; LMSNet
Touch Screen Display Color, 5.7" (14.47 cm), 320x240
Optional Printer Thermal printer
Reports FS-209E (ft), ISO 14644-1 and EU GMP
Annex 1
Key Software Features Historical data review, password protection
Enclosure Stainless steel
Table 2-1 1100LD Specifications

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The manufacturer recommends that the Lighthouse instrument be
calibrated annually by a Certified Lighthouse Service Provider to ensure
it continues to perform within specifications.
For information about returning instruments for calibration or service,
please visit the RMA website, www.golighthouse.com/RMA.
Sample Output Cooling system exhaust Internally filtered to
HEPA standards (100% @ 0.1Pm)
Vacuum Source Internal pump, automatic flow control
Power 100-240 VAC, 50-60Hz, 300W maximum
Battery Optional Li-ion, removable & rechargeable*,
single or dual
* Average recharge time - 7.5 hours
Dimensions 14.65"(L) x 8.0"(W) x 10.4" (H) [37x 20 x 26
cm]
Weight Without battery - 23.0 lbs (10.43 kg)
with battery: 26.0 lbs (11.79 kg)
Operating Temp/RH 50° F to 104° F (10° C to 40° C) / 20% to 95%
non-condensing
Operating Altitude 0-7,000 feet
Storage Temp/RH 14° F to 122° F (-10° C to 50° C) / Up to 98%
non-condensing
Table 2-1 1100LD Specifications

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