MA NEO MP18X Series User manual
WARNINGS
Read Before Operating
The Neo’s User’s Guide must be carefully read by
all individuals who have or will have the
responsibility of using, maintaining or servicing this
product. The product will perform as designed only
if it is used, maintained and serviced in accordance
with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Caution
⚫Change battery only in area known to be
non-hazardous.
⚫Use only mPower’s battery PN:
12.02.02.0017 and 12.02.02.0019 .
Attention:
⚫Changez la batterie uniquement dans
une zone connue pour être non
dangereuse.
⚫Utiliser uniquement la batterie mPower
PN: 12.02.02.0017, 12.02.02.0019. 1
Warning
⚫Never operate the monitor when the cover is removed.
⚫Remove the monitor cover only in area known to be non-hazardous.
⚫Substitution of components will impair suitability for intrinsic safety and void
warranty.
⚫Always bump test with a known concentration gas to confirm the instrument is
functioning properly before use.
⚫Before use, ensure that the ESD film on the display is not damaged or peeling.
Avertissement
⚫N'utilisez jamais le moniteur lorsque le couvercle est enlevé.
⚫Retirer le couvercle du moniteur et la batterie uniquement dans une zoneconnue
comme non dangereuse.
⚫La substitution de composants compromettra l'aptitude à la sécurité intrinsèque
et annulera la garantie.
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⚫Avant de l’utiliser, assurez-vous que le film ESD sur l'écran n'est pas endommagé
ou épluché. Precautions
⚫For maximum safety, the accuracy of the instrument should be checked by
exposing it to a known concentration calibration gas before each day’s use.
⚫Ensure that the gas inlet is not blocked.
⚫When replacing batteries, dispose of old ones properly.
⚫For optimal accuracy, allow the unit to warm up for 2 minutes after the start-up
cycle is complete.
⚫Make sure the water-trap filter is clean & replaced timely.
⚫Remove the sensor only if absolutely necessary. Zero & span calibration are
required if the sensor is moved.
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User Interface
Four key operation, one big LCD with LED
backlight, four red alarm LEDs, and one buzzer.
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NEO
MP18X Series
Quick Start Guide V1.0
LED Alarm
LCD
Left Key
(Esc/Move
Cursor Left)
Right Key
(Enter/Move
Cursor Right)
UP Key
(Confirm/
Number Increase)
Down Key
(Power/Number
Decrease)
Charge/Comm Port
Buzzer
Sensor
Gas Inlet
Water-trap Filter
Turning the Unit On
Press and hold the Down Key for 3 seconds, until
buzzer beeps and the red LED flashes indicating
the unit is powered on. After a warm-up and self-
test sequence, the unit enters normal reading
mode, showing real time gas concentrations.
Turning the Unit Off
In normal reading mode, press and hold the Down
or Right Key; the unit will count down 5 seconds,
with red LED flash and buzzer beep once per
second. After the last long flash and beep, the LCD
displays “Unit Off” and the unit is powered off.
Charging
The battery charge status is shown on the small icon
in the upper rightcornerof the display. It is
recommended to fully charge the battery before use.
Plug the charger cable in to the bottom of the unit and
the USB connector to a personal computer or other
power adaptor. While charging, the batteryicon cycles
from empty to full.Whenthe battery is fullycharged,
the LCD displays a full batterywhen the cable is
removed.
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Testing the Alarms
Important! Testthe alarms prior to performing a bump
or span calibration test. If any alarm does not respond,
check the Alarm Settings in Config Mode to makesure
all alarmsare enabled (Config mode →Alm Setting→
Alarm Settings→All Enabled). If anyalarmsare enabled
but are notfunctional, do not use the instrument.
Undernormaloperation mode and non-alarm
conditions, the buzzer, LED and backlight can be tested
anytime bypressing theRight Keyonce.
Water-trap Filter
The water-trap filter （P/N:11.10.02.0038）is used to
protect the sensor from dust in dirty environments. The
filter shouldbe twisted on thegas inlet before the
instrumentis used. The filter should be replaced in time
once its surface is dirty.
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Normal Mode
After warm up is finished, the unit enters normal
reading mode, starts monitoring gas
concentrations and the reading is displayed on the
LCD screen.
The user can cycle through other values like STEL,
TWA, Peak, Temperature, etc. by pressing the Up
or Down Key. The last screen is
⚫Enter PC Comm and Stope Measurement?
⚫Press the Right Key to enter PC Comm Mode
to download logged data and edit advanced
configurations. The mPower Suite software
is needed on the PC for these operations.
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Configuration Mode
In configuration (Config) mode, the user can
perform sensor calibration, do a bump test, change
sensor alarm limits and set unit parameters.
Enter/Exit Config Mode
Press and hold the Up and Down Keys together for
3 seconds to enter config mode.
⚫The config mode is password protected.
⚫The default password is “0000”.
⚫After all four digits are entered, move the cursor
to √and press the Up Key to enter config
mode.
⚫Use the Up and Down Keys to scroll between
config menu items
⚫Use the Right Key to enter the desired item
⚫To exit the menu item use the Left Key or scroll
to the √ box and press the Up Key
Press the Left Key to exit config mode. All changes
are saved automatically unless the cancel X box is
used.
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Config Mode Menu
⚫Calibration:
Bump Test, Zero Calib, Span Calib, Set Cal.
Gas, Set Span Value, Set Span 2 Value (if 3-
point calibration is On)
⚫Measure (Meas.):
Meas. Unit, Meas. Gas
⚫Alarm (Alm) Setting:
Alarm Limits, Alarm Mode, Alarm Settings,
Comfort Beep, Man Down Alarm
⚫Datalog:
Clear Datalog, Interval
⚫Monitor (Mnt) Setup:
Data and Time, Display, Pump Speed, Set
Pump Stall, 3-Point Cal., Rolling Graph, Real
Time Data, Language
⚫Wireless:
Radio On/Off
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Bump Test
A bump test is used to check if the sensors and
alarms are still working properly.
⚫To enter bump test:
Config mode →Calibration→Bump Test.
⚫To bump test the unit:
Apply Gas to inlet →Start Bump using Up Key
→Wait for Count-down Finish →Get Result.
Fresh Air Calibration
Fresh air calibration is to get the baseline for the
sensor. It is done with either 1) a zero air gas
cylinder, 2) ambient air scrubbed with a new
charcoal tube, or 3) fresh air outdoor known to be
away from any responding compounds
⚫To enter fresh air calibration:
Config Mode →Calibration →Zero Calib.
⚫To start fresh air calibration:
Press the Right Key and a count-down timer
starts. The calibration result “Pass” or “Fail” will
be displayed when the count-down is finished.
The user can press the Left Key to cancel
calibration during the count down. 9
Span Calibration
Span calibration is to get the response of the
sensor to the gas. It is done with a known
concentration gas.
⚫To enter span calibration:
Config Mode →Calibration →Span Calib.
⚫To start span calibration:
Apply Gas →Start Calibration →Wait for
Count-down Finish →Get Result.
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Maintenance and Service
For battery, sensor replacement and other
maintenance or services, please contact mPower’s
service department or refer to the User Manual.
Year of Manufacture
The fifth and sixth digits in the serial number of the
instrument indicate the year of manufacture, i.e., 00-
99 indicate years 2000 to 2099.
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