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Figure 5-19
: Analyzing Particles screen
Sample analysis will last for a maximum of 15 seconds. When complete, the sys-
tem will display the result (Figure 5-20).
Figure 5-20
: Analysis result screens
Step 7:
Once the Fido X4 has displayed a result, you can select
OK
to acknowledge the
response and return to the main menu or select
Info
to display information
about the sample (see Figure 5.5).
5.4 Collecting a Vapor Sample
5.4.1 Vapor Detection Mode
The Fido X4 is capable of operating in two different sampling modes, Particle (see 5.3) Mode
and Vapor Mode. While Particle Mode provides the most comprehensive means for threat
detection based on various chemical and environmental principles, Vapor Mode provides
some unique advantages for sampling and detecting specific threats with very high vapor
pressures, or when contact with a sample is impossible. For example, liquids are difficult to
sample using swipes, but the headspace above liquids can be sampled using Vapor Mode.
5.4.2 Vapor Mode settings
To access Vapor Mode settings: