MSA ALTAIR 5X User manual

Operating Manual
ALTAIR 5 with WirelessUSB module
ALTAIR 5X with WirelessUSB module
Supplementary Information
Order No. 10102623/01

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ContentsMSA
ALTAIR 5 WirelessUSB
GB 3
Contents
1 Safety Regulations ................................................................................................. 4
1.1 Correct Use .................................................................................................. 4
1.2 Liability Information ....................................................................................... 4
2 Description ............................................................................................................. 5
3 Operation ................................................................................................................ 6
3.1 Measurement Mode [Normal Operation] ...................................................... 6
3.2 Activation ...................................................................................................... 7
3.3 Startup .......................................................................................................... 8
4 Pairing ..................................................................................................................... 9
4.1 alphaSCOUT ................................................................................................ 9
4.2 alphaHUD alarm status ................................................................................ 9
4.3 TecBOS.solutions ....................................................................................... 10
5 Appendix ............................................................................................................... 13
5.1 Menu Sequence from Main Page ............................................................... 13
5.2 Menu Sequence Startup ............................................................................. 14
5.3 Menu Sequence Login Procedure .............................................................. 15
5.4 Sequence of lost WirelessUSB Connection ............................................... 16

MSASafety Regulations
ALTAIR 5/ALTAIR 5X WirelessUSB
4GB
1 Safety Regulations
1.1 Correct Use
TheALTAIR 5/ALTAIR 5X WirelessUSB module is used for communication with
other devices, e.g. alphaSCOUT.
The ALTAIR 5/ALTAIR 5X Multigas Detector is intended for use by trained and
qualified personnel. It is designed to be used when performing a hazard assess-
ment to:
- Assess potential worker exposure to combustible and toxic gases and vapours
as well as low level of oxygen.
- Determine the appropriate gas and vapour monitoring needed for a workplace.
It is imperative that this operating manual be read and observed when using the
product. In particular, the safety instructions, as well as the information for the use
and operation of the product, must be carefully read and observed. Furthermore,
the national regulations applicable in the user's country must be taken into account
for a safe use.
Alternative use, or use outside this specification will be considered as non-compli-
ance. This also applies especially to unauthorised alterations to the product and to
commissioning work that has not been carried out by MSA or authorised persons.
1.2 Liability Information
MSA accepts no liability in cases where the product has been used inappropriately
or not as intended. The selection and use of the product are the exclusive respon-
sibility of the individual operator.
Product liability claims, warranties also as guarantees made by MSA with respect
to the product are voided, if it is not used, serviced or maintained in accordance with
the instructions in this manual.
Danger!
This product is supporting life and health. Inappropriate use, mainte-
nance or servicing may affect the function of the device and thereby se-
riously compromise the user's life.
Before use the product operability must be verified. The product must
not be used if the function test is unsuccessful, it is damaged, a compe-
tent servicing/maintenance has not been made, genuine MSA spare
parts have not been used.

DescriptionMSA
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2 Description
ALTAIR 5
Fig. 1 Instrument view
This manual only contains information regarding the WirelessUSB mod-
ule.
Refer to the Operating Manuals of ALTAIR 5/ALTAIR 5X for information
on all other functions of the device.
1 ALTAIR 5 WirelessUSB 4 S Button
2
T Button 5 Belt Clip
3ON/OFF Button 6 WirelessUSB module
4
1
2
3
6
5

MSADescription
ALTAIR 5/ALTAIR 5X WirelessUSB
6GB
ALTAIR 5X
Fig. 2 Instrument view
1 ALTAIR 5X WirelessUSB 4
S Button
2
T Button 5 Belt Clip
3ON/OFF Button 6 WirelessUSB module
4
1
2
3
6
5

OperationMSA
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3Operation
3.1 Measurement Mode [Normal Operation]
The following options pages can be executed from the Normal Operation screen:
* The display of these pages can be de-activated through MSA Link software
Using the three instrument buttons, the user can navigate through each sub-menu
in a top/down sequence.
Refer to the Operating Manual of ALTAIR 5/ALTAIR 5X and additional information
in chapter 5 [appendix] for detailed instructions on navigating through these
screens.
BUMP page
[ALTAIR 5X only]
This page allows user to perform a Bump Test on in-
stalled sensors
Peak Page* This page shows the peak readings for all sensors.
Min Page This page shows the minimum readings for the oxy-
gen sensor.
STEL Page* This page shows the calculated STEL readings of the
instrument.
TWA Page This page shows the calculated TWA readings of the
instrument.
Date Page This page shows actual date settings of the instru-
ment.
Last Cal Date This page shows the date of the last calibration.
Cal Due* This page shows the set date for the next calibration.
Motion Alert This page allows the Motion Alert Feature to be acti-
vated or deactivated.
Wireless This page allows the Wireless communication to be
activated or deactivated.

MSAOperation
ALTAIR 5/ALTAIR 5X WirelessUSB
8GB
3.2 Activation
Fig. 3 Switch Wireless ON / OFF
(1) To activate the WirelessUSB module, follow the menu sequence described in
chapter 5.
ZThe WirelessUSB module can be switched ON or OFF.
(2) Switch the WirelessUSB module ON.
ZThe following options are shown below the antenna symbol:
The symbol will have different colours for different connection states:
Retry Try again to connect to the last partner, e.g. partner is activated to pair
New Connect to a new partner
Abort Cancel operation and return to main menu
Status Indication Symbol
WirelessUSB
module available
strength bars visible [otherwise no symbol
with strength bars on display]
No connection black strength bars
Pairing mode
[ready for pairing]
blinking black strength bars
Connection estab-
lished and data ex-
change working
green strength bars
Connection lost blinking red strength bars

OperationMSA
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3.3 Startup
The product recognises an attached WirelessUSB module automatically. During
the power-up sequence, the product will pair automatically with the last connected
product.
Fig. 4 Display with antenna symbol
The strength bars in the status bar of the colour display are used for displaying the
availability of a WirelessUSB module. During the startup sequence the product tries
to pair with the last partner. The strength bars are blinking. After the Fresh Air Setup
[FAS] the antenna symbol will be displayed.
To pair two products, the pairing mode must be activated for all
products. Otherwise no partner can be found.

MSAPairing
ALTAIR 5/ALTAIR 5X WirelessUSB
10 GB
4Pairing
4.1 alphaSCOUT
Pairing with the alphaSCOUT
(1) Make sure that the alphaSCOUT is already switched ON.
If the alphaSCOUT is switched OFF the alphaSCOUT will start pairing with
an alphaMITTER and not with an ALTAIR 5 WirelessUSB.
(2) Push the green button on the alphaSCOUT for approx. 3 seconds.
ZThe alphaSCOUT is ready for pairing with an ALTAIR 5 WirelessUSB.
ZOn the display the message "DATA" blinks.
ZA short signal sounds.
ZThe "bar" symbol is shown when the communication between alphaSCOUT
and alphaMITTER is established. The "bar" symbol is not affected by pair-
ing devices [such as alphaHUD and ALTAIR 5 WirelessUSB].
ZWhen the pairing of the ALTAIR 5 WirelessUSB module and the
alphaSCOUT was successful the "DATA" symbol stops blinking and re-
mains static.
The unit is now paired with this product. If this combination is to be kept, during the
next operation only the valve on the compressed air cylinder has to be opened.
When replacing the products, the pairing procedure must be carried out again in or-
der to clearly allocate the units to each other.
4.2 alphaHUD Alarm Status
For further information see Operating Manual of the respective
products.
Status / Alarm LED display Visual
representation
Gas alert 1 Radio status LED flashing orange:
- all gas alarms [low/high],
sensor failure, pump blocked
Gas alert 2 Radio status LED flashing yellow:
- battery warning

PairingMSA
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4.3 TecBOS.solutions
The user interface of the monitoring software is self-explanatory.
The user interface is subdivided into three main areas:
- Log in area for users with alphaSCOUT,
- Team overview,
- Detailed display of pressure, remaining service time and alarm, and the
menu bar [ÆFig. 5].
Fig. 5 User interface telemetry monitoring software
1 Menu bar
2 Team overview
3 Log in area for users with alphaSCOUT
4 Detailed display [pressure, remaining service time, alarm]
1
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MSAPairing
ALTAIR 5/ALTAIR 5X WirelessUSB
12 GB
Integration into the Monitoring & Alarm System
The WirelessUSB module enables the integration of ALTAIR 5/ALTAIR 5X into the
alpha Personal Network. You can monitor people using breathing apparatus and
portable gas detection equipment while sending information to a central control sta-
tion.
If a WirelessUSB module is connected to an alphaSCOUT, an icon of the
WirelessUSB module is shown near to the helmet [ÆFig. 5].
The software only displays the data of the WirelessUSB. There is no in-
teraction between software and WirelessUSB module.
normal: Data display in detail
error:
gas alert:
connection lost:

PairingMSA
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Default Settings for ALTAIR 5/ALTAIR 5X WirelessUSB
Fig. 6 Default settings

MSAAppendix
ALTAIR 5/ALTAIR 5X WirelessUSB
14 GB
5 Appendix
5.1 Menu Sequence from Main Page
Fig. 7 Turn wireless ON/OFF
Cal Date
Motion Alert
Toggle Motion
Alert On/Off
Last Cal Date
Main Page
Main Page
Press
Press
Press
Press
Press
Press
Press
Wireless
Toggle Wireless
On/Off
Press
Press
Main Page
Press
Coming from
Date Page

AppendixMSA
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5.2 Menu Sequence Startup
Fig. 8 Startup ALTAIR 5/ALTAIR 5X WirelessUSB
Turn on
ALTAIR 5/5X
WUSB
module
attached
no
yes
WUSB features
activated
no
yes
Was
already conn.
to master
Search last master
[start login]
yes
no
Found
last master
Start WUSB
data mode
Normal operation
Message:
WIRELESS NOT FOUND
Retry | New | Abort
User
decision
retry abort
new
Start login to
new master
Message:
FIND WIRELESS DEVICE?
Yes | No
User
decision
yes no
Message:
WIRELESS FOUND
CONNECTED TO
...

MSAAppendix
ALTAIR 5/ALTAIR 5X WirelessUSB
16 GB
5.3 Menu Sequence Pairing Procedure
Fig. 9 WirelessUSB pairing procedure
Start login to
new master
Connect
successful
yes
no Message:
WIRELESS NOT FOUND
Retry | Abort
User
decision
retry
abort
WUSB menu item
Message:
WIRELESS FOUND
CONNECTED TO
...
Measurement mode

AppendixMSA
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5.4 Sequence of lost WirelessUSB Connection
Fig. 10 Handling of lost WirelessUSB connection
Data exchange
failed
Automatic search for
last master
Message:
WIRELESS LOST
no
yes
Normal Operation
Signal bars blinking red
Master
found?
User interaction:
Disable WirelessUSB or start
new pairing process

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