Mirion Technologies iPIX User manual

USER MANUAL
iPIX
code 96675

USER MANUAL
iPIX
CODE 96675
June 2018

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WARNING
MIRION TECHNOLOGIES (Canberra) SAS cannot be held responsible for damages incurred or
sustained by the buyer in case of improper use, a connection with incorrect voltage, or non-
compliance with the instructions contained herein.
The information contained herein may be changed without notice.
Partial or complete copies of this document require the prior approval of MIRION
TECHNOLOGIES (Canberra) SAS.

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SUMMARY
1. GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ....................................................................................................9
2. SAFETY MEASURES............................................................................................................................10
3. PRECAUTION FOR USE ......................................................................................................................10
3.1. LAPTOP COMPUTER....................................................................................................................10
3.2. IPIX IMAGER..................................................................................................................................10
3.3. LASER TELEMETER OPTION ...............................................................................................................10
3.4. TORCH OPTION .................................................................................................................................10
3.5. PROTECTION FROM CONTAMINATION .................................................................................................10
4. IPIX CONSTRUCTION ..........................................................................................................................11
5. INTRODUCTION....................................................................................................................................12
6. DESCRIPTION.......................................................................................................................................13
6.1. IPIX BASIC KIT...................................................................................................................................13
6.1.1. iPIX imager..........................................................................................................................15
6.1.2. iPIX masks ..........................................................................................................................16
6.1.2.1. Masks and background noise detection 17
6.1.2.2. Effect of the masks on the angular resolution 19
6.1.2.3. Selecting the mask based on the measurement to be taken 19
6.1.3. PoE power supply..............................................................................................................20
6.1.4. iPIX imager external power supply ..................................................................................20
6.1.5. iPIX imager battery.............................................................................................................21
6.1.6. Laptop computer................................................................................................................21
6.2. IPIX OPTIONAL CARRYING CASE ........................................................................................................23
6.3. IPIX-NID CARRYING CASE.................................................................................................................24
6.3.1. Telescopic tripod with manual ball head.........................................................................25
6.3.3. Motorised ball head option ...............................................................................................26
6.3.4. NID option ...........................................................................................................................27
6.3.5. Laser telemeter option.......................................................................................................27
6.3.6. Torch and rugged handle option......................................................................................28
6.4. CABLE REEL (OPTIONAL)..................................................................................................................28
7. INSTALLATION.....................................................................................................................................29
7.1. USAGE RESTRICTION.........................................................................................................................29
7.2. UNPACKING THE IPIX........................................................................................................................29
7.3. INSTALLING/REMOVING THE BATTERY ...............................................................................................29
7.3.1. Removing the battery ........................................................................................................29
7.3.2. Installing the battery..........................................................................................................29
7.4. REMOVING/INSTALLING THE LEAK-TIGHT OVERCAP ...........................................................................30
7.4.1. Removing the leak-tight overcap......................................................................................30
7.4.2. Installing the leak-tight overcap .......................................................................................30
7.5. INSTALLING/REMOVING THE MASK ....................................................................................................31

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7.5.1. Removing the mask............................................................................................................31
7.5.2. Installing the mask .............................................................................................................31
7.6. INSTALLING THE IPIX IMAGER............................................................................................................32
7.6.1. Installing the iPIX imager onto the manual ball head.....................................................33
7.6.2. Installing the iPIX imager on the motorised ball head (optional)..................................34
7.7. INSTALLING THE NID OPTION.............................................................................................................35
7.8. INSTALLING THE LASER TELEMETER OPTION.......................................................................................36
7.8.1. Securing with tools ............................................................................................................36
7.8.2. Securing without tool.........................................................................................................36
7.9. INSTALLING THE RUGGED HANDLE OPTION .........................................................................................38
7.9.1. Installing the options housing ..........................................................................................38
7.9.2. Installing the rugged handle .............................................................................................39
7.10. INSTALLING THE TORCH OPTION...............................................................................................39
7.11. CONNECTING THE IPIX IMAGER CABLES ...................................................................................40
7.11.1. Connecting the external power supply cable ..................................................40
7.11.2. Disconnecting the external power supply cable .............................................41
7.11.3. Connecting the PoE network cable...................................................................41
7.11.4. Disconnecting the PoE network cable..............................................................41
7.12. INSTALLING THE LAPTOP COMPUTER .......................................................................................42
7.13. APPLYING POWER TO THE IPIX...........................................................................................42
7.13.1. Battery connection..............................................................................................43
7.13.2. PoE power supply connection...........................................................................43
7.13.3. External power supply connection ...................................................................44
8. USING THE IPIX....................................................................................................................................45
8.1. STARTING UP THE LAPTOP COMPUTER ..............................................................................................45
8.2. IPIX IMAGER START-UP.....................................................................................................................45
8.3. POWERING ON THE MOTORISED BALL HEAD (OPTION).........................................................................46
8.4. STARTING UP THE APPLICATION.........................................................................................................47
8.5. SELECTING THE ACQUISITION MODE ...................................................................................................48
8.6. ACQUISITION ....................................................................................................................................49
8.6.1. Identifying the acquisition.................................................................................................50
8.6.2. Settings of the single acquisition without options.........................................................50
8.6.3. Settings of the single acquisition with the telemeter option.........................................51
8.6.4. Settings of the multiple acquisition..................................................................................51
8.6.5. Saving or loading software parameters...........................................................................52
8.6.6. Selecting the motorised ball head used (optional).........................................................52
8.6.7. Centring the imager on the scene with the motorised ball head (optional).................52
8.6.8. Starting the acquisition .....................................................................................................52
8.6.8.1. Zoom and colour of the image 54
8.6.8.2. Level of transparency of the superimposed image 55
8.6.8.3. Superposition level of the superimposed image 56
8.6.8.4. Image display mode 57
8.6.8.5. Display in thumbnail mode 58
8.6.9. End of the acquisition........................................................................................................59
8.7. NID ACQUISITION..............................................................................................................................60

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8.7.1. Identifying the acquisition.................................................................................................60
8.7.2. NID settings ........................................................................................................................60
8.7.3. Isotopes library...................................................................................................................61
8.7.4. NID information ..................................................................................................................61
8.7.5. Starting the acquisition .....................................................................................................62
8.7.6. End of the acquisition........................................................................................................64
8.8. REPROCESSING ................................................................................................................................65
8.8.1. Identification of the reprocessing ....................................................................................67
8.8.2. Configuration of the reprocessing ...................................................................................67
8.8.3. NID settings (Option) .........................................................................................................68
8.8.4. Isotopes library (NID option).............................................................................................68
8.8.5. Saving or loading software parameters...........................................................................69
8.8.6. Starting and analysing the reprocessing ........................................................................69
8.8.7. Energy filtering...................................................................................................................71
8.8.8. Measurement report...........................................................................................................73
8.8.9. Stopping the reprocessing................................................................................................78
8.9. CALIBRATING THE SPECTROMETER (OPTIONAL)..................................................................................78
8.10. STOPPING THE IPIX IMAGER....................................................................................................80
8.10.1. Stopping manually..............................................................................................80
8.10.2. Stopping automatically ......................................................................................80
8.11. CHARGING THE IPIX IMAGER BATTERY ....................................................................................80
8.12. STOPPING THE PORTABLE PC.................................................................................................81
8.13. CHARGING THE PORTABLE PC BATTERY..................................................................................81
8.14. RESTARTING THE IPIX IMAGER................................................................................................81
9. DESCRIPTION OF THE COMMANDS AND USER INTERFACE........................................................82
9.1. MENU BAR COMMANDS ....................................................................................................................82
9.1.1. Language command ..........................................................................................................82
9.1.2. Password command ..........................................................................................................82
9.1.3. Help menu...........................................................................................................................82
9.2. TOOLBAR COMMANDS IN ACQUISITION MODE AND IN REPROCESSING MODE.......................................83
9.3. APPLICATION STATUS ICON ...............................................................................................................85
10. FEATURES............................................................................................................................................86
10.1. MECHANICAL FEATURES AND ENVIRONMENT...........................................................................86
10.1.1. Basic iPIX kit case ..............................................................................................86
10.1.2. iPIX imager ..........................................................................................................86
10.1.3. Laptop computer.................................................................................................86
10.1.4. iPIX optional carrying case................................................................................86
10.1.5. NID (option) .........................................................................................................86
10.1.6. Laser telemeter (option).....................................................................................87
10.1.7. Motorised ball head (option)..............................................................................87
10.1.8. Torch (option)......................................................................................................87
10.1.9. Rugged handle (option) .....................................................................................87
10.1.10. Options housing (option)...................................................................................87
10.1.11. Tripod...................................................................................................................87

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10.1.12. Manual ball head.................................................................................................87
10.2. ELECTRICAL FEATURES..........................................................................................................87
10.2.1. iPIX imager...........................................................................................................87
10.2.2. iPIX battery ..........................................................................................................87
10.2.3. iPIX external power supply ................................................................................87
10.2.4. PoE power supply...............................................................................................88
10.2.5. Laptop computer.................................................................................................88
10.2.6. PC battery ............................................................................................................88
10.2.7. PC power supply.................................................................................................88
10.2.8. NID (option)..........................................................................................................88
10.2.9. Laser meter (option) ...........................................................................................88
10.2.10. Motorized ball head (option)..............................................................................88
10.2.11. Motorised ball head battery (option).................................................................88
10.2.12. Flashlight (option)...............................................................................................88
10.3. PHYSICAL AND PERFORMANCE FEATURES...............................................................................89
10.3.1. iPIX imager...........................................................................................................89
10.3.2. NID option............................................................................................................90
10.3.3. Laser telemeter option .......................................................................................90
10.3.4. Laptop computer.................................................................................................90
10.3.5. Motorised ball head option ................................................................................91
10.3.6. Tripod...................................................................................................................91
10.3.7. Manual ball head.................................................................................................91

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1. GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read these instructions carefully prior to using the device and keep them for future reference.
Follow all warning signs and recommendations indicated on the device.
Refer to the instructions for the Laptop computer.
Never attempt to service the device, such as opening or removing caps that would expose you to
dangerous power connections or other risks, and that would void the manufacturer's warranty. Contact
qualified service personnel for product maintenance.
Disconnect this product from all power sources and contact qualified service personnel in the following
cases:
When the power cable or outlet is damaged or cracked.
If the device has been exposed to rain or water.
If the device is not operating properly and the instructions for use have been followed. Perform only
the inspections as covered by the user’s guide since improper performance of other inspections may
result in damage, and often require additional work by a qualified technician to restore the device to
proper working order.
If the device has fallen or its case has been damaged.
If the device exhibits a significant change in its performance, which indicates the need to call on
qualified service personnel to have the device repaired.

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2. SAFETY MEASURES
: Warning, danger, risk of electric shocks
Always completely disconnect the power cable from the case each time you service the device.
Only qualified personnel can open the case.
: Warning, the support documents must be consulted.
: Always touch the ground to discharge all static electricity before touching the device. Modern
electronic devices are highly sensitive to static charges. As a precaution, always use an
antistatic bracelet.
3. PRECAUTION FOR USE
3.1. LAPTOP COMPUTER
Never touch the LCD screen with sharp or hard objects..
Do not use removers, waxes or corrosive solvents for cleaning; use only a dry or damp soft cloth.
: The AC/DC power supply must be replaced with a power supply identical to the one provided.
3.2. IPIX IMAGER
Opening of the iPIX is not authorized.
Only equipment and accessories recommended and sold by MIRION TECHNOLOGIES (CANBERRA)
SAS should be connected to the iPIX
MASKS : Do not use a metal object or tool to remove the masks.
3.3. LASER TELEMETER OPTION
: Danger, laser radiation, do not look at the beam
Laser radiation, do not look at the beam or examine it directly using optical instruments. Class 2 laser
product (power less than 1 W).
3.4. TORCH OPTION
: Danger; optical radiation, do not look at the beam.
Do not look at the beam or examine it directly using optical instruments.
3.5. PROTECTION FROM CONTAMINATION
The iPIX has an IP65 protection index (requires the installation of a leak-tight overcap and 4 connector
caps).
However, when the iPIX is used in a contaminated environment, protecting the iPIX and the cables is
recommended.
This can be done by covering the iPIX imager and the cables with a vinyl sheath.

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4. IPIX CONSTRUCTION
Qty.
Description
Item Code article
1
iPIX basic kit
96680
1
Carrying case
96570
1
iPIX Camera
95557
1
Yellow mask
96797
1
iPIX imager battery
95555
1
Leak-tight overcap
98713
1
Anti-shock protection
95445
1
Handle
96658
1
PoE injector
95836
1
PoE injector cable EU jack
79025
1
5V/4A power supply with US, UK and EU adapters
96998
1
Convertible, ruggedized Laptop computer complete with mouse,
19V/4.74 A charger, and power cable with EU connector
97077
1
2m (2.2yd) Ethernet cable
96667
1
10m ( 10.9yd) Ethernet cable
89954
1
EU standard power cables
79025
1
UK standard power cables
88559
1
US standard power cables
68025
1
Programmed USB key
96671
1
User Guide
96675
1
Notice before 1st use of the iPIX
96676
1
Tripod with manual ball head and carrying case
88868
1
iPIX optional carrying case
96795
1
Tripod with manual ball head and carrying case
88868
2
Motorised ball head
106777
3
Battery module for motorised ball head
106779
4
Battery module lead - iPIX
106780
5
Battery module lead –motorised ball head
106781
6
Li-ion 12V/2A charger, with US, UK and EU adapters
106778
Additional options
1
Reel with 50m (54.6yd) Ethernet cable
98505
2
Reel with 80m (87.5yd) Ethernet cable
98504
1
iPIX camera battery
95555
1
Blue mask
96796
1
Red mask
96798
1
iPIX-NID carrying case
106698
1
Rugged handled and options housing
106385
1
NID module
106384
1
Laser telemeter
106387
1
Torch
106386

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5. INTRODUCTION
The iPIX is a unique gamma-ray imaging system that quickly locates and identifies sources of
radioactivity
This system's gamma imager includes a gamma-ray detector developed at the CERN, a visible camera
and coded masks.
Thanks to the so-called “mask/anti-mask”differentiation technique, better detection of background noise
is possible.
The main functions of the iPIX imager are:
Locating of any radioactive element present in its gamma field of view.
Estimating the dose rate at the point of measurement associated with the head of the
detector by means of calibration factors obtained using 137Cs, 60Co and 241Am sources.
With the NID option (gamma spectrometer), identifying the isotopes present in the field of
view of the imager,
With the telemeter option, automatically measuring the distance for a measurement with no
configuration
With the motorised ball head option, remote orientation of the imager and an automated
panoramic acquisition mode
Power differentiation, only at display level, with three windowing levels: low-energy (241Am), medium-
energy (137Cs) and high-energy (60Co).
This document describes the iPIX imager from its installation to the acquisition and analysis of
measured values.
Figure 1: iPIX ultra-portable gamma-ray imaging system

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6. DESCRIPTION
The iPIX is packaged in:
- a basic kit carrying case,
- and/or an optional carrying case.
- and/or a case for the iPIX-NID option
50m (54.6yd) and 80m (87.5yd) cables on a reel are also available as options.
6.1. IPIX BASIC KIT
The details of the iPIX basic kit are described in § 4.
Figure 2: iPIX basic kit
Figure 3: iPIX basic kit carrying case contents
iPIX imager
external power
supply with EU,
UK and US power
supply adapters
US
iPIX imager
battery
iPIX imager with
flexible handle or
options housing
(optional)
Pressure relief
valve
Yellow mask and
red and blue masks
(optional)
Portable computer
Rugged handle
(optional) and
flashlight
(optional)
USB key for
recovery
Laser meter
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Figure 4: iPIX basic kit carrying case without the upper foam block
Portable computer
power supply
PoE power supply
EU or UK or US
power cables
Ethernet cables
2 m et 10m
(10.9 yd)
Documentation
PC mouse

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6.1.1. iPIX imager
The iPIX imager is equipped with anti-shock protection and a carrying handle.
The visible camera and the mask mounted in front of the gamma-ray detector are located on the front.
A removable leak-tight overcap covers the mask.
The leak-tight overcap and the 4 connector caps on the back provide IP65 protection; without these the
protection becomes IP6X.
Figure 5: View without the leak-tight overcap
The connectors, lights and On/Off button are on the back.
Figure 6: iPIX imager with protection and carrying handle
Operating and
battery level lights
Unused
connectors
equipped
with caps
On/Off button
Network activity light
Power and battery
charging connector
PC Ethernet and
PoE power supply
jack
Remote control connector
for the motorized ball head
Power supply light
Connector cap
Anti-shock
protection
Visible camera
Mask mounted
in front of the
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Handle

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The identification label, battery compartment cover and attachment point are on the bottom of the unit.
Figure 7: Bottom of the iPIX imager (without leak-tight overcap)
6.1.2. iPIX masks
The gamma-ray detector masks can be changed without tools by applying manual pressure to the
unlatching tabs. They can be identified by their colour: blue, yellow or red.
Figure 8: Example of the yellow mask
Unlatching tabs
Indexing slot
Yellow
mask
Battery compartment
cover
Identification label
Tripod mounting
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6.1.2.1. Masks and background noise detection
By design, the 3 masks have different thicknesses:
Mask type
Thickness
Red mask
8mm
Yellow mask
4mm
Blue mask
2mm
The thicker the mask, the more incident photons (aside from those going through its holes) are properly
filtered. This allows part of the mask pattern to be projected (availability of open holes) indicating the
position of the radioactive element, while improving the signal/noise ratio.
In addition, the two masks, red and yellow, also allow, using the mask/anti-mask technique,
better overall background noise deduction during the measurement (see 6.1.2.1 Figure 10:, and Figure
11:). These masks rotate ± 90° during the acquisition.
Note: the blue mask doesn’t turn during the acquisition.
Red mask
Yellow mask
Blue mask
Super-
imposed
image
3D image
Figure 9: Locating of a source of Am241 with 1 µSv/h (0.1 mR/h) with an ambient background
noise of < 1.8 µSv/h (0.18 mR/h)

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Red mask
Yellow mask
Blue mask
Super-
imposed
image
3D image
Figure 10: Locating of a source of Am241 with 1 µSv/h (0.1 mR/h) with a background noise of
Cs137 with 300 µSv/h (30 mR/h) located behind the iPIX
Red mask
Yellow mask
Blue mask
Super-
imposed
image
3D image
Figure 11: Locating of a source of Am241 with 1 µSv/h (0.1 mR/h)with a background noise of Co60
with 200 µSv/h (20 mR/h) located behind the iPIX