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Software Installation
Install the included software by placing the supplied program disc in the
PC's CD-ROM drive. If the installation program does not automatically start,
open and browse the CD-ROM drive from your computer. Double click on
the setup file and follow the on-screen prompts to install the software.
If your computer does not have a CD drive please visit
www.reedinstruments.com/software to download the latest R8008 software.
Full specifications and operating system compatibility can be found on
the product page at www.reedinstruments.com.
If you have specific questions related to your application and/or questions
related to software setup and functionality please contact the nearest
authorized distributor or customer service at [email protected]
or 1-877-849-2127.
Operating Instructions
The R8008 is intended to detect the radiation dose rate of
α+β+γ
and X-rays radiated from an object and not the physical
quantity describing the radioactivity of an object/area.
Power ON/OFF
Press and hold the
button for 2 seconds to turn the meter on.
It will beep and the LCD screen will activate indicating it has turned on.
Press and hold the
button again to turn the meter off. Be sure to turn
the meter off properly or loss of data may occur.
Ray Selection Switch
Rotate the ray selection either clockwise or counter clockwise to select
the ray you wish to measure. Be careful when rotating the switch to avoid
damage to the sensor.
Note:
The meter will detect x-rays in any of the three positions selected below.
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