Mirion Technologies Instadose + User manual

Quick Guide
Getting Started
with Instadose®+
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Introducing
the Instadose®+
The Instadose®+ ecosystem
Revolutionizing the way radiation exposure is
captured, read and reported, Instadose®+ is a smarter
radiation monitoring platform that is simplifying
administration, reducing costs and transforming how
sta are monitored and safeguarded from radiation
over-exposure radiation.
Powered by two breakthrough technologies—direct
ion storage (DIS) technology and SmartMonitoring™
technology—Instadose®+ enables users to quickly,
easily, wirelessly measure, analyze and report radiation
dose data via smart devices, PCs, and InstaLink™
hotspot stations.
Instadose®+ dosimeters have a built-in memory
chip with an embedded, unique serial code that is
assigned to the wearer; however, there is no personal
information contained on the dosimeter itself. This
chip helps to simplify administration and improve
compliance—you no longer have to hand in your
dosimeter for processing.
This means no more collecting and redistributing
dosimeters!
This guide will help you to get to know your Instadose®+
dosimeter and guide you in setting everything up for a
seamless dosimetry service experience.
The Instadose®+ ecosystem is composed of several
dierent products and services that work together to
create a complete experience. Below are the products
mentioned in this quick start guide that work together
to enable the capture and transmission of dose reads,
and allow for the online viewing and management of
your dosimetry account.
InstaLink™ USB
Instadose®+ Dosimeter
Instadose® Companion App
Internet-enabled computer
(access to instadose.com)
InstaLink™ Hotspot

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Exploring the
Instadose®+
Wireless
Dosimeter.
The Instadose®+ dosimeter features Bluetooth® Low
Energy (BLE) Technology to wirelessly capture and
transmit radiation dose exposure anytime, as often as
needed.
On-demand measurement results, along with smarter
tracking and reporting of current and long-term dose
exposure, make administration and compliance easier.
Now, wearers and administrators have immediate
access to dose reads and measurement data
anytime, anywhere.

Wearing Your Dosimeter
Wear your dosimeter, with the label facing outward, in the
body position specified on the front label (collar, torso, etc.)
Always consult your RSO/Account Administrator for specific
wear specifications.
DO DON’T
Storing Your Dosimeter
When a work shift or work visit is over, remove the badge
and place it in a secure area (in a stable room temperature
environment) as recommended by your RSO or Supervisor.
If possible place the dosimeter near an InstaLink™ Hotspot
(if your facility has one) to enable timely dose reads.
Caring For Your Dosimeter
Extreme temperatures (high or low) may permanently dam-
age internal components. Do not leave outside or in hot
car. If a dosimeter gets too hot or cold, transmission is not
possible until it recovers to room temperature.
Do not immerse
dosimeter in water.
Do not allow
dosimeter to overheat.
Do not allow
dosimeter to freeze.

Setting up
Transmission
Methods.
There are three ways to wirelessly transmit
(communicate) dose data from Instadose®+
dosimeters: through the Instadose® mobile app, the
InstaLink™hotspot or the InstaLink™USB.
The following pages will walk through how to set-up
each method.

InstaLink™ Hotspot
The InstaLink™ Hotspot Station will listen and com-
municate with Instadose®+ dosimeters that are within
range. When data has been captured it is sent to
Mirion’s servers and saved in the dose record.
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Install the InstaLink™ Hotspot
Mount the InstaLink™ hotspot in a location where dosime-
ters are stored, for example in a hallway or break room, in
close proximity to the dosimeter badge board.
Connect InstaLink™ to the Internet
Initial configuration requires a wired Ethernet connection on
a network using a DHCP server. Each InstaLink™ requires
HTTPS access via Port 443 and Port 123 (UDP via ntp.org),
and the ability to resolve the *.instadose.com domain name
to capture and communicate dose reads.
* Your IT administrator may need to approve and/ or enable access.
Wireless Connection Option (WiFi should only be used as a last resort, when
a wired Etherenet connection is not an option.) To configure the InstaLink™
Hotspot for wireless connectivity you will need the IP address that was assigned
to it via Ethernet. You can then enter the assigned IP address into an HTML5
compatible browser to reach the login page (the username is: support and the
password is: instadose). Upon logging in you can select the “Wireless” option
under the “Connect Using” heading. This will display additional fields to select
your access point (or input the SSID directly), enter your security mode (WEP/
WPA/etc.), and then enter the security key. Lastly press the “Save Changes”
button at the bottom of the configuration page. The hotspot will reboot using the
new settings and you may remove the Ethernet cable.
Verify Connection
When connected to the network the InstaLink™ will automat-
ically connect to the Instadose® servers. When a connec-
tion has been made, a green light will flash.
LED Light Status Codes
Status Codes
Connectivity Codes
Boot up started
Boot up completed
All good/No errors
General, non critical error
Instadose Comm Success
Instadose Comm Failure
Ethernet/Wifi Interface Problem
Unable to get IP Address
Unable to resolve DNS to Mirion
Unable to get Network Time Protocol
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Hotspot Installation and Set-up
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Press and Hold
Press and hold the Read button for 4 sec-
onds until a solid green light flashes once.
Within 1-minute, a second light will flash to
confirm the transmission.
Manual Read via the Instadose® App
Select ‘Badge reader’
Switch on ‘Looking for badges’
Response
When the message that the badge has
been read is showing the transfer of data
is complete.
Verify Transfer
Press the read history button to verify that
the data has been transferred.
To perform a manual read via the mobile app, follow
the instructions below. You can verify that the dose
was recorded by logging into the Instadose® App or
your Amp+ online account.
Instadose® App
The Instadose® app allows you to transmit/read dose
data from the dosimeter and view both current and
historical dose results.
Download the Instadose® App
Download the mobile application from either the
iTunes App Store or Google Play.

InstaLink™ USB
The InstaLink™ USB is a bluetooth antenna that can be
connected to any computer with internet access.
USB Installation and Set-up
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Connect the InstaLink™ USB
Connect the USB to a workstation that is active near where
the dosimeters are stored. It is not recommended to con-
nect to a workstation that requires users to sign in and out
after each session.
Download and Install the Software
Download the ID2Monitor application by signing into your
instadose.com account.
Click the ”download software” link and press download.*
Open the installer and follow the instructions on screen.
* Your IT Administrator may need to approve and/or enable access.
Run Software
Once the software has been installed, you will need to run it
by opening* the InstaLink™ USB Application. A dialogue box
will appear confirming that the Application is “Searching for
Instadose® devices”. If this dialogue box does not confirm
active searching, please consult the InstaLink™ USB Trou-
bleshooting Guide or contact Mirion Support.
* The InstaLink™ USB Application must be open to automatically collect
data in the background.
View Status
To view the status of connections and transfers you can
access the software in the bottom right hand tray. The icons
will indicate the communication process.

Communicating
Dose Reads.
To "communicate" or “read” your device, you must be
within range of one of the three transmission methods:
InstaLink™Hotspot, InstaLink™USB, or the Instadose®
Mobile App.
To find out which transmission methods are approved
for your account and where they are located, please
contact your account administrator or RSO.
Manual Read
Calendar Read
Your Instadose®+ dosimeter comes with a predefined read
calendar set by your RSO/Account Administrator.
At the scheduled date/time, the dosimeter will attempt to
wirelessly transmit dose data. If you are not within range of
the InstaLink™ Hotspot, InstaLink™ USB, or Instadose® App
and transmission doesn’t occur, the dosimeter will attempt
to communicate/transmit every hour for up to 24 hours until
a successful transmission occurs.
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To perform a manual read, stay in range of either the
InstaLink™ Hotspot, the InstaLink™ USB or the
Instadose® App.
Next, push and hold the button on the back of the badge
for at least 4 seconds until you see a solid green flash.
Within 1-minute, a second green light will flash to confirm
transmission. You can verify the dose was recorded by log-
ging into the Instadose® App or your Amp+ online account.

Accessing Dose
Data & Reports
There are several types of reports that are available
based on the data collected by the Instadose®+
dosimeter. These reports can be generated and
accessed via your Amp+/instadose.com online
account under the Reports Section. Current and
historical dose data can be viewed on the Instadose®
mobile app under Read History.
On Demand Reports allow you to run on-demand
reports for Instadose®+ dosimeters.
Reports Inbox includes all other (non-Instadose)
dosimeter reports, for example: TLD, APex, ring,
fingertip, and eye dosimeters.
Welcome to Amp+
Read History
Dose overview
Wearer information
User
Mobile Device*
To view dose data (both current & historical), sign in to the
Instadose® App on your mobile phone.
*The mobile app is only available for Instadose® products.
All current and historical dose data that has been success-
fully transmitted and captured in your dose record is
viewable from the Read History screen.
Online – Amp+
To view dose data online or to print/email reports, sign into
your AMP+ account online and look in the right column for
specific reports.
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Select the My Badge icon (at the bottom).
Under Reports, select the report type you want.
Select Read History.
Enter the report settings.
Select "Run Report" and your report will open in another win-
dow where you can view it, save it to your computer or print it.