Rae AutoRAE 2 User manual

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Contents
Read Before Operating....................................................................................................... 4
1. AutoRAE 2 Automatic Test and Calibration System - General Information ..................... 5
2. Specifications...................................................................................................................... 7
3. Overview............................................................................................................................. 9
3.1. Standard Package Contents...................................................................................... 15
4. Installing End Caps For Stand-Alone Use........................................................................ 16
5. Powering The AutoRAE 2 Cradle.................................................................................... 17
6. Preparing For Bump Testing & Calibration ..................................................................... 18
6.1. Installing An External Filter.................................................................................... 18
6.2. Installing An External Charcoal Filter..................................................................... 18
6.3. Connecting An AC Adapter..................................................................................... 19
6.4. Connecting Calibration Gas..................................................................................... 20
6.5. Placing A MultiRAE Monitor In The Cradle .......................................................... 22
6.6. Placing A ToxiRAE Pro Monitor In The Cradle..................................................... 23
6.6.1. Installing Adapters In The ToxiRAE Pro Cradle............................................... 23
6.6.2. Placing A ToxiRAE Pro Monitor In The Cradle ............................................... 24
6.7. Placing A QRAE 3 Monitor In The Cradle ............................................................. 25
6.8. Placing A Handheld PID Monitor In The Cradle .................................................... 27
6.8.1. Installing A Quick Connector ............................................................................ 27
6.8.2. Installing The Instrument In the Cradle............................................................. 28
6.9. Warm-Up................................................................................................................. 29
7. Performing A Bump Test.................................................................................................. 30
8. Performing A Calibration................................................................................................. 31
9. Bump And Cal Error And Status Messages...................................................................... 32
10. Charging An Instrument’s Battery.................................................................................. 34
11. Removing An Instrument From A Cradle ...................................................................... 34
11.1.AutoRAE 2 Reports................................................................................................. 35
12. Programming A Stand-Alone AutoRAE 2 Cradle.......................................................... 37
12.1.Gas Inlet Configuration Settings ............................................................................. 40
12.2.Selectable Gas Index Values For Gas Config 8....................................................... 43
12.3.Gas Name ................................................................................................................ 43
12.4.Concentration [Value] ............................................................................................. 44
12.5.Concentration Unit................................................................................................... 44
12.6.Purge Time (Sec.).................................................................................................... 44
12.7.Soak Time (Sec.) ..................................................................................................... 44
12.8.Uploading Settings To The AutoRAE 2 Cradle ...................................................... 45
12.9.Downloading & Uploading Individual Gas Inlet Settings....................................... 45
12.10. Saving The Settings File........................................................................................ 45
12.11. Recalling Stored Settings ...................................................................................... 46
12.12. Uploading Settings To Multiple AutoRAE 2 Cradles........................................... 46
12.13. Exiting Programming ............................................................................................ 46
13. Upgrading Firmware On The AutoRAE 2 Cradle.......................................................... 47
14. Using A Stand-Alone AutoRAE 2 Cradle For Datalog Transfer,
Monitor Configuration, and Firmware Upgrades ............................................................ 50
15. Overview......................................................................................................................... 51
15.1.Standard Package Contents...................................................................................... 52
16. Operation of an AutoRAE 2 Controller-based System................................................... 53
17. Setting Up an AutoRAE 2 Controller-based System...................................................... 54
17.1.Installing Batteries For The Real-Time Clock......................................................... 55

17.2.Attaching An External Filter ................................................................................... 56
17.2.1. Active Carbon Filter For Removing VOC....................................................... 56
18. Powering an AutoRAE 2 Controller-Based System....................................................... 57
19. Operating A Controller And Attached Cradles............................................................... 58
19.1.Turning The AutoRAE 2 Controller On.................................................................. 58
19.2.Turning The AutoRAE 2 Controller Off ................................................................. 58
19.3.Startup Routine........................................................................................................ 58
19.4.User Interface .......................................................................................................... 60
19.5.Display Status Messages and Color Coding............................................................ 61
19.6.Warm-Up................................................................................................................. 61
19.7.Testing..................................................................................................................... 62
19.7.1. Compatibility Testing ...................................................................................... 62
20. Preparing For Bump Testing & Calibration ................................................................... 64
20.1.SD Memory Card..................................................................................................... 64
20.1.1. Installing An SD Card...................................................................................... 66
20.1.2. Removing An SD Card .................................................................................... 66
20.2.Connecting Calibration Gas..................................................................................... 67
20.3.Placing Monitors In Cradles.................................................................................... 68
20.4.Performing A Bump Test......................................................................................... 68
20.4.1. Interrupting A Bump Test................................................................................ 72
20.5.Performing Calibration............................................................................................ 75
20.5.1. Interrupting A Calibration................................................................................ 77
20.6.Direct Bump Testing And Calibrating Via The Cradles’ Buttons........................... 79
20.7.Configuration Settings............................................................................................. 81
20.8.Settings .................................................................................................................... 82
20.8.1. Gas Settings...................................................................................................... 85
20.8.2. System Settings................................................................................................ 86
20.8.3. Network Settings.............................................................................................. 87
21. Programming An AutoRAE 2 Controller-based System on the Computer.................... 89
21.1.Gas Inlet Settings..................................................................................................... 94
21.2.Configuring A Gas Inlet .......................................................................................... 94
21.2.1. Gas Number ..................................................................................................... 94
21.2.2. Gas Lot Number............................................................................................... 95
21.2.3. Expiration Date................................................................................................ 95
21.2.4. Gas Index......................................................................................................... 95
21.2.5. Gas Name......................................................................................................... 95
21.2.6. Concentration [Value]...................................................................................... 95
21.2.7. Concentration Unit........................................................................................... 96
21.2.8. Purge Time (Sec.) ............................................................................................ 96
21.2.9. Soak Time (Sec.).............................................................................................. 96
21.3.Uploading Settings To The AutoRAE 2.................................................................. 97
21.4.Downloading & Uploading Individual Gas Bottle Settings .................................... 97
21.5.Saving The Settings File.......................................................................................... 97
21.6.Recalling Stored Settings......................................................................................... 98
21.7.Uploading Settings To Multiple AutoRAE 2 Systems............................................ 98
21.8.Exiting Programming............................................................................................... 98
22. Updating Firmware On The AutoRAE 2 Controller....................................................... 99
23. Transferring AutoRAE 2 Controller Data To A Computer .......................................... 103
23.1.Exporting Reports.................................................................................................. 108
23.2.Saving A Configuration Upon Exit ....................................................................... 109
24. Wireless Operation ....................................................................................................... 110

24.1.Part One: Configure The AutoRAE 2 Network Interface...................................... 110
24.2.Part Two: Configure The WiFi Adapter & Test The Network.............................. 111
25. Wall Mounting A Controller & Cradles....................................................................... 116
26. Transferring Bump And Calibration Data .................................................................... 117
27. Maintenance.................................................................................................................. 117
28. Technical Support......................................................................................................... 118
29. RAE Systems Contacts................................................................................................. 118

WARNINGS
Read Before Operating
This manual 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.
Proper Product Disposal At End Of Life
The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) directive
(2002/96/EC) is intended to promote recycling of electrical and electronic
equipment and their components at end of life. This symbol (crossed-out
wheeled bin) indicates separate collection of waste electrical and electronic
equipment in the EU countries. This product may contain one or more
Nickel-metal hydride (NiMH), Lithium-ion, or Alkaline batteries. Specific
battery information is given in this user guide. Batteries must be recycled or
disposed of properly.
At the end of its life, this product must undergo separate collection and recycling from
general or household waste. Please use the return and collection system available in your
country for the disposal of this product.
Sensor Specifications, Cross-Sensitivities, And Calibration Information
The AutoRAE 2 can be used to calibrate a wide variety of sensors. For calibration
information and specifications and cross-sensitivities of various sensors refer to RAE
Systems Technical Note TN-114: Sensor Specifications And Cross-Sensitivities
(available for free download from www.raesystems.com). All specifications presented in
this Technical Note reflect the performance of standalone sensors. Actual sensor
characteristics may differ when the sensor is installed in different instruments. As sensor
performance may change over time, specifications provided are for brand-new sensors.
Make Sure Firmware Is Up To Date
For best operation, make sure your monitors, AutoRAE 2 Controller and AutoRAE 2
Cradles are running the latest firmware.
1. Controller firmware.
2. Cradle firmware.
3. Instrument firmware.

1. AutoRAE 2Automatic Test and Calibration System -
General Information
The AutoRAE 2 Automatic Test and Calibration System for new RAE Systems portable
gas monitors makes compliance with monitor test and calibration requirements as easy as
pressing a button. Simply cradle the monitor and the system will take care of all
calibration, testing, and recharging.
The AutoRAE 2 is a flexible, modular system that can be configured to meet your
calibration requirements effectively and efficiently. An AutoRAE 2 system can be as
simple as a single cradle deployed in standalone mode to calibrate one instrument at a
time, or as powerful as a networked1, controller-based system supporting ten monitors
and five distinct calibration gas cylinders.
Key Features
Automatic testing, calibration, charging, and reports management
Deployable as a standalone cradle or a controller-based system with up to 10
cradles
Controller with a large, color LCD display
Up to 5 calibration gas cylinders can be connected at the same time*
Data storage on a standard SD card2
Bench-top or wall-mounted use
Instruments supported: MultiRAE Lite (Pumped), MultiRAE, and MultiRAE Pro,
MicroRAE, ToxiRAE Pro, ToxiRAE Pro PID, ToxiRAE Pro LEL, and ToxiRAE
Pro CO2, QRAE 3 (pumped and diffusion models), and MiniRAE Lite, MiniRAE
3000, ppbRAE 3000, and UltraRAE 3000
Unique cradle for all ToxiRAE Pro family (cradle supplied with adapters)
Networking capability (optional)
Wireless networking capability using external Wi-Fi module for AutoRAE 2
(optional)
Benefits
Easy, one-touch bump testing, calibration, charging, and reports management
Supports a wide variety of gases, including exotics
Optimized for field use—does not require a computer to operate
Firmware-upgradeable to protect your investment
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*Supported only on AutoRAE 2 Controller-based systems

Summary Of Differences Between An AutoRAE 2 Controller-Based System
And A Stand-alone Cradle
Controller-Based System
Standalone Cradle
Monitors calibrated simultaneously
Up to 10
1
Number of gas inlets (distinct
calibration gas cylinders)
5 dedicated gas inlets plus
fresh air with dedicated
exhaust port on the
Controller
2 dedicated gas inlets
plus fresh air with
dedicated exhaust port
Display
5.7" TFT (320 x 240)
graphical backlit color
LCD on the Controller +
2 seven-segment LED
displays on each Cradle
2 seven-segment LED
displays
Buttons
3 buttons ([Mode], [Y/+],
and [N/-]) on the
Controller + 2 buttons
([Bump] and [Cal]) on
each Cradle
2 buttons ([Bump] and
[Cal])
Power supply
12V, 7.5A output
Charges up to 10
instruments at a time
12V, 1.25A output
Charges one
instrument at a time
Printer support
Direct printing on
Serial (RS-232)
printers
Printing
Automatic
Built-in pump
Built-in pump
(500 ml/min) in the
Controller
MultiRAE Cradle relies
on MultiRAE’s pump
to pull in air.
ToxiRAE Pro Cradle
has 300cc/min internal
pump
AutoRAE Cradle For
Handheld PID relies on
the instrument’s pump
to pull in air.
Data storage
Standard 2 GB SD card
with security lock on the
Controller
None. Data stored only
on the PC
Networking
RJ-45 10/100 Base-T port
on the Controller
Wireless connectivity via
external WiFi adapter
None

2. Specifications
Size
AutoRAE 2 Controller
5.63" W x 10.43" L x 1.73" H (143 x 265 x 44 mm)
MultiRAE Cradle
6.50" W x 12.68" L x 4.37" H (165 x 322 x 111 mm)
ToxiRAE Pro Cradle
6.50" W x 11.61" L x 3.91" H (165 x 295 x 99 mm)
QRAE 3 Cradle
6.50" W x 12.60" L x 4.65" H (165 x 320 x 118 mm)
Handheld PID Cradle
6.50" W x 16.80" L x 4.43" H (165 x 427 x 112.6 mm)
Handheld PID Cradle
extended for UltraRAE 3000
6.50" W x 20.31" L x 4.43" H (165 x 516 x 112.6 mm)
MicroRAE Cradle
6.5" W x 11" L x 3.93" H (165 x 180 x 100 mm)
Terminal Adapter
2.17" W x 8.86" L x 1.65" H (55 x 225 x 42 mm)
Weight
AutoRAE 2 Controller
1.9 lbs. (0.86 kg)
MultiRAE Cradle
1.9 lbs. (0.86 kg)
ToxiRAE Pro Cradle
1.96 lbs. (0.89 kg)
QRAE 3 Cradle
2.16 lbs. (0.98 kg)
Handheld PID Cradle
2.79 lbs. (1.27 kg)
MicroRAE Cradle
1.9 lbs. (0.86 kg)
Terminal Adapter
0.33 lbs. (0.15 kg)
Power Supply
AutoRAE 2 Controller:
AC adapter (110V to 240V input, 12V, 7.5A output)
Charges up to 10 instruments at a time
Cradle:
AC adapter (110V to 240V input, 12V, 1.25A output)
Charges one instrument at a time
Cradles Supported
AutoRAE 2 Controller
Up to 10 cradles total (any mix)
Cradle
No additional cradles supported
Display
AutoRAE 2 Controller
5.7" TFT (320 x 240) graphical backlit color LCD
Cradle
2 seven-segment LEDs
Buttons
AutoRAE 2 Controller
3 buttons ([Mode], [Y/+], and [N/-])
Cradle
2 buttons ([Bump] and [Cal])
Real-time Clock
AutoRAE 2 Controller
Yes
Cradle
Yes
Visible Alarm/ Indicators
AutoRAE 2 Controller
Color graphical LCD display
Cradle
Tri-color (red/green/yellow) LED lights
Audible Alarm
AutoRAE 2 Controller
90dB @ 12" (30 cm)
Cradle
Same as above

Specifications
continued
Gas Inlet/Outlet Ports
AutoRAE 2 Controller
6 inlets (1 dedicated fresh air inlet and 5 configurable
calibration gas inlets); 1 exhaust port
Cradle
3 inlets (1 dedicated fresh air inlet and 2 configurable
calibration gas inlets); 1 exhaust port
Gas Port Connectors
AutoRAE 2 Controller
Connectors with 200-series barbs, 1/8" (3.18 mm) ID tubing
Cradle:
Same as above
Gas Regulator
AutoRAE 2 Controller
Demand-flow regulator (0 to 1,000 psig/70 bar)
Cradle
Same as above
Pump Flow Rate
AutoRAE 2 Controller
Built-in pump (500 ml/min)
MultiRAE Cradle
None; relies on instrument’s pump to pull in air
ToxiRAE Pro Cradle
400cc/min pump (typical)
QRAE 3 Cradle
400cc/min pump (typical)
Handheld PID Cradle
None; relies on instrument’s pump to pull in air
Data Storage
AutoRAE 2 Controller
Standard 2 GB SD card with security lock
Cradle
None. Data stored only on PC
PC Communications
AutoRAE 2 Controller
USB (Type B) port for direct connection to PC
Cradle
Same as above