RKI Instruments SDM-2009 Operating Manual
SDM-2009 Docking Station
PC Controlled Configuration
Operator’s Manual
Part Number: 71-0262RK
Revision: F
Released: 12/12/17
www.rkiinstruments.com
Warranty
RKI Instruments, Inc. warrants gas alarm equipment sold by us to be free from
defects in materials and workmanship, and performance for a period of one year from
date of shipment from RKI Instruments, Inc. Any parts found defective within that
period will be repaired or replaced, at our option, free of charge. This warranty does
not apply to those items which by their nature are subject to deterioration or
consumption in normal service, and which must be cleaned, repaired, or replaced on
a routine basis. Examples of such items are:
Absorbent cartridges Batteries
Pump diaphragms and valves Filter elements
Fuses
Warranty is voided by abuse including mechanical damage, alteration, rough
handling, or repairs procedures not in accordance with the instruction manual. This
warranty indicates the full extent of our liability, and we are not responsible for
removal or replacement costs, local repair costs, transportation costs, or contingent
expenses incurred without our prior approval.
THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ANY AND ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES AND REPRESENTATIONS, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, AND
ALL OTHER OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES ON THE PART OF RKI
NSTRUMENTS, INC. INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE WARRANTY
I
OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTIC ULAR PURPOSE. IN
NO EVENT SHALL RKI INSTRUMENTS, INC. BE LIABLE FOR INDIRECT,
INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL LOSS OR DAMAGE OF ANY KIND
CONNECTED WITH THE USE OF ITS PRODUCTS OR FAILURE OF ITS
PRODUCTS TO FUNCTION OR OPERATE PROPERLY.
This warranty covers instruments and parts sold to users only by authorized
distributors, dealers, and representatives as appointed by RKI Instruments, Inc.
We do not assume indemnification for any accident or damage caused by the
operation of this gas monitor and our warranty is limited to replacement of parts or our
complete goods.
Warranty
Table of Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
About This Manual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Cautions & Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
AC Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Single-Port AC Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
4-Port AC Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
USB Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Air Filter, Sample Tubing, and Check Valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Instrument Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Back Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Power Jack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Sample Fittings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
PC Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
USB Hub Requirements for Multiple Station Systems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Hardware Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Hardware Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Assembling a Manifold for Multiple SDM-2009 Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Exhaust Tubing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
GAS Tubing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Connecting Calibration Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
EAGLE 2 and GX Type Instrument Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Installing the SDM-GX Docking Station PC Controller Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Launching the SDM-GX Docking Station PC Controller Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Table of Contents
Overview of the SDM-GX Docking Station PC Controller Program . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
PC Controller Program Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Main Program Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Control Buttons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
SDM-2009/Instrument Display Area. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Program Status. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Fitting Indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Setting Up the PC Controller Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Setting Up the Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Setting Up the SDM-2009 Display Order . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Cylinders Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Selecting a Cylinder from the Pre-Defined List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Defining New Cylinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Connecting Instruments to the PC Controller Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Icon View vs. Details View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Exporting an Instrument List from the Main Program Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Automatic Bump Testing and Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Bump Testing a GX-2009. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Calibrating a GX-2009 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Charging an Instrument in an SDM-2009. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Recharging the Batteries After Performing a Bump Test or Calibration . . . . . . . 67
Recharging the Batteries Without Performing Any Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Batteries Too Drained for PC Controller Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Logs Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Alarm Trend Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Calibration Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Event Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Interval Trend Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Memo Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Bump Test Data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Table of Contents
Deleting Data in the Logs Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Instrument Function Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Open Function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Edit Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Parameter Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Sensor Tab. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Download Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Clear Logs Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Power Off Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Config Window. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Parameter Tab. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Database Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Password Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Spare Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
CAUTION: Read and understand this manual before using the SDM-2009. Also
read and understand the GX-2009 Operator’s Manual.
Table of Contents
Introduction
This section briefly describes the SDM-2009 Docking Station, the Single Module Data
Viewer Program, and the SDM-GX Docking Station PC Controller Program. This
section also describes the SDM-2009 Docking Station PC Controlled Configuration
Operator’s Manual (this document). Table 1 at the end of this section lists the SDM-
2009’s specifications.
The SDM-2009 Docking Station is an advanced, reliable system that provides
charging, calibration, bump testing, and calibration and bump test records for the
GX-2009 portable gas monitor. It is designed to save the calibration and bump test
records to a USB flash drive (standalone functionality) or to be connected directly to a
computer (PC controlled functionality). If calibration and bump test records are stored
to a USB flash drive while operating in the standalone configuration, the Single
Module Data Viewer Program can then be used with a Windows-based personal
computer to retrieve calibration and bump test data files from the USB flash drive or
from the computer’s hard drive if the files have been transferred to the hard drive from
the flash drive. If you are using the PC Controller Program while operating in the PC
controlled configuration, you may retrieve instrument data, bump test, and calibrate
up to 10 units at once. Instrument information and data for each instrument can be
viewed directly using the PC Controller Program and can be printed from the PC
Controller Program. For instructions to use the SDM-2009 in the Standalone
configuration, see the SDM-2009 Docking Station Standalone Configuration
Operator’s Manual.
The purpose of this manual is to explain how to set up and use the SDM-2009 in PC
Controlled configuration. It also explains how to use the SDM-GX Docking Station PC
Controller Program. You will learn how to:
• install and launch the SDM-GX Docking Station PC Controller Program
• setup the SDM-GX Docking Station PC Controller Program for use with the
SDM-2009
• prepare the SDM-2009 for use
• bump test and calibrate up to 10 units using the PC controlled configuration
• use the SDM-2009 to charge a GX-2009
• view, print, and export calibration and bump test records
• view instrument information and data using the PC Controller Program
• update instrument parameters using the PC Controller Program
1 • Introduction
CAUTION: The GX-2009 detect s oxygen deficien cy and elevated levels of oxygen,
combustible gases, carbon monoxide, and hydrogen sulfide, all of
which can be dange r ous or life threatening. When using the GX-2009,
you must follow the instructions and warnings in the GX-2009
Operator’s Manual to assure proper and safe operation of the unit and
to minimize the risk of personal injury.
CAUTION: The operator of this instr umen t is advised that if the equi pment is u sed
in a manner not specifie d in this manual, the protection pr ovided by the
equipment may be impaired.
System Requirements
To use the SDM-GX Docking Station PC Controller Software, your personal computer
must meet the following requirements:
• Operating Systems: Windows® XP, Windows® Vista, Windows® 7,
®
Windows
8, or Windows® 10.
• Processor: IBM
®
compatible PC running Pentium® 2 processor or equivalent
minimum
• Memory: 32 MB RAM minimum
• Hard Disk Space: 32 MB minimum
• One (for 4 or less SDM-2009s) or two (for 5 or more SDM-2009s) available
USB port(s), one or two USB hubs may also be needed depending on the
number of SDM-2009s in your system. See “USB Hub Requirements for
Multiple Station Systems” on page 11.
System Requirements • 2
Specifications
Table 1: SDM-2009 Specifications
Input Power 12 VDC
NOTE: AC Adapter with 100 - 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz,
0.6A input and 12 VDC, 1.2A output provided as
standard.
Environmental Conditions • For Indoor Use Only
• -10° C to 40° C, below 80% Relative Humidity, NonCondensing
Applicable Instrument GX-2009
Memory Capacity 64 KB (Standalone configuration only)
Maximum Record Size 256 bytes (Standalone configuration only)
Maximum Number of
200 (Standalone configuration only)
Records Saved
Number of Calibration Gas
Cylinders
One calibration gas cylinder per bump test or
calibration
Standard Accessories • AC Adapter
• USB Flash Drive
• Single Module Data Viewer Program*
• SDM-GX Docking Station PC Controller
Program*
• Inlet Air Filter
• Instruction Manual
• 10 Foot Long 5/16 Inch Exhaust Tube
• One 3 Foot Long 3/16 Inch Tube for GAS
Fitting
• 10 Foot Long 3/16 Inch Tube for GAS Fitting
Manifolding
•2 T-Fittings
• Check Valve
• USB Cable, Type A to Type B
Not sent with SDM-2009. Download from www.rkiinstruments.com/sdm2009.
*
3 • Specifications
NOTE: The bump test function of the GX-2009 is included in instruments with
firmware version 03955 or later installed. GX-2009 instruments
shipped after May 2011 include the bump test function. Instruments
that have a serial number starting with 04516 or later shipped from the
factory with the bump test function available. Instruments that have a
serial number starting with 04515 did not include the bump test
function when shipped from the factory. The factory setting for the
bump test function is off. Any GX-2009 can be bump tested using the
SDM-2009 and the PC Controller Program regardless of its firmware
version.
About this Manual
The SDM -2009 Docking Stati on PC Controlled Configuration Ope rator’s Manu al uses
the following conventions for notes, cautions, and warnings.
NOTE: Describes additional or critical information.
CAUTION: Describes potentia l dam a ge to equ i pm en t.
WARNING: Describes potential danger that can result in injury or death.
Cautions & Safety Information
• Use only polyurethane sample tubing with the SDM-2009. Consult RKI
Instruments, Inc. for other materials.
• Do not subject the SDM-2009 to infrared or intense light. This may cause
communication errors.
• Do not expose the SDM-2009 to water.
• Do not subject the SDM-2009 to any hard impact.
About this Manual • 4
Description
To Power Jack
on SDM-2009
Back Panel
Figure 1: Single-Port AC Adapter
To Power Jack
on SDM-2009
Back Panels
Figure 2: 4-Port AC Adapter
This section describes the SDM-2009 docking station. It is designed to be used on a
table top and consists of the AC adaptor, Type A to Type B USB cable, air filter, check
valve, 3 plastic T-fittings, sample tubing, instrument panel, back panel, control panel,
status LEDs, and 2 USB ports.
AC Adapter
Single-Port AC Adapter
The single-port AC adapter is a wall plug style adapter with a 5 foot cable. The end of
the cable has a plug that connects to the power jack on the SDM-2009’s back panel.
The AC adapter is rated 100 - 240 VAC input, 12 VDC 1.2 A output.
4-Port AC Adapter
The 4-port AC adapter is a wall plug style adapter with four 5-foot cables. The end of
each cable has a plug that connects to the power jack on the SDM-2009’s back
panel. The AC adapter is rated 100 - 240 VAC input, 12 VDC 2.0 A output.
5 • Description
USB Cable
Type A, for
connection to
PC USB port
Type B, for connection
to USB port on the
SDM-2009's back panel
Exhaust Tubing, 5/16 Inch
ID,10 feet
Calibration Gas Sample Tubing, 3/16
Inch ID, 3 feet
Particle Filterfor Air Inlet
Manifold Tubing, 3/16 Inch
ID,10 feet
Figure 4: Air Filter & Sample Tubing
A Type A to Type B USB cable is provided with the docking station. It is used to
connect the USB port on the back of the SDM-2009 to a computer.
Figure 3: USB Cable
Air Filter, Sample Tubing, and Check Valve
A cylindrical particle filter with a short length of tubing is supplied with the SDM-2009
for installation to the AIR fitting on the back panel. The filter keeps particulate
contamination out of the docking station.
Three types of sample tubes are included with the docking station. One 3 foot length
of 3/16 inch ID polyurethane tubing is provided to connect the regulator on a
calibration cylinder to the GAS fitting on the back panel. One 10 foot length of 3/16
inch ID polyurethane tubing is provided for GAS fitting manifold construction (if
desired). In addition, a 10 foot length of 5/16 inch ID polyurethane tubing is provided
for connection to the exhaust fitting on the back panel to allow routing of the exhaust
to a location such as an open window where the exhaust can disperse.
WARNING: Do not use an exhaust tube that is longer than 10 feet. The increased flow
restriction caused by a longer tube may affect gas response and cause
inaccurate calibration and bump test results.
Description • 6
A check valve is included with the SDM-2009. It is intended for use on the exhaust
Figure 5: Check Valve
For Exhaust
Tubing
For GAS
Tubing
Figure 6: T-Fittings
fitting when manifolding multiple docking stations together. See “Assembling a
Manifold for Multiple SDM-2009 Units” on page 13 for manifolding instructions.
Two T-fittings are included with the SDM-2009. The larger fitting is for the exhaust
tubing manifold construction. The smaller fitting is for the GAS tubing manifold
construction.
7 • Description
Instrument Cradle
EDIT
ENTER
CAL.
POWER
CHARGE
SDM-2009
1SEC ON
3SEC OFF
COPY
GX-200 9 OFF
BUMP
SDM-2009 Without GX-2009
H2SCO%LELO
2
RKI GX-2009
POWER
MODE
AIR
BUMP
GX-200 9 OFF
COPY
1SEC ON
3SEC OFF
SDM-2009
CHARGE
POWER
CAL.
EDIT
ENTER
Charging Contacts
SDM-2009 With GX-2009
IR Port
Inst rum ent Cradle
Instrument Retaining
Tab
Figure 7: Instrument Cradle
The instrument cradle is a recessed area on the top of the SM-2009 that is designed
to accept the GX-2009. Insert the GX-2009 in the instrument cradle when you
perform a bump test or calibration. The cradle has charging contacts on the bottom
that mate with the contacts on the back of the GX-2009. There are sample ports in
the front of the cradle that match up with the GX-2009’s sensors and route air and
calibration gas to the sensors during a bump test or calibration. An infrared (IR) port
at the back of the cradle lines up with the GX-2009’s IR port when it is inserted in the
cradle and is used to communicate with the GX-2009. A retaining tab that holds the
GX-2009 in the cradle is located to the right of the IR port.
Description • 8
Back Panel
Gas Fitti ng
Exhaust Fitting
Back Panel USB
Port (Type B),
For Computer
Connection
Air Fitting
Power Jack
Figure 8: Back Panel
The back panel includes the power jack, sample fittings, and a USB PC connector.
Power Jack
The power jack is located in the bottom left corner of the back panel. The plug on the
end of the AC adapter cable mates to it.
Sample Fittings
Three sample fittings are located on the back of the SDM-2009. The AIR fitting is in
the upper left corner and draws air into the SDM-2009. The GAS fitting is to the right
of the AIR fitting and is used to connect the SDM-2009 to a calibration gas cylinder.
Both fittings accept 3/16 inch ID tubing.
An exhaust fitting is located in the upper right corner. It allows routing of the
exhausted calibration gas to a convenient location. This fitting accepts 5/16 inch ID
tubing. Even though the exhaust gas can be routed to an area to be safely dispersed,
the docking station should still be installed in a well ventilated area.
PC Connection
A type B USB connection is located beneath the exhaust fitting on the SDM-2009’s
back panel. It is used to connect the SDM-2009 to a PC.
9 • Description
Control Panel
CHARGE
1SEC ON
3SEC OFF
COPY
GX-2009 OFF
POWER
SDM-2009
BUMP CAL.
Control Button s
EDIT
ENTER
BUMP LED
CHARGE LE D
COPY LED
CAL L ED
Figure 9: Control Panel
The control panel is used to setup and operate the docking station in the Standalone
configuration. It is located at the front of the docking station. It includes the control
buttons, the control button LEDs, and the CHARGE status LED.
Five control buttons are located on the control panel. From left to right they are BUMP
, CAL , EDIT ENTER, COPY, and POWER. The BUMP , CAL , EDIT
ENTER, and COPY control buttons are not used in the PC Controlled configuration of
the SDM-2009. The BUMP LED and CAL LEDs indicate the results of bump
tests and calibrations, respectively. The COPY LED does not indicate anything in the
PC Controlled configuration but will be on if the SDM-2009 was used in the
Standalone configuration and calibration and bump test records are still stored in the
SDM-2009’s memory. The CHARGE LED is located above the POWER button and
functions as a pilot LED, a system failure LED, and a charge indication LED.
The POWER button turns the SDM-2009 on and off.
Description • 10
Front Panel
Figure 10: Front Panel
A type A USB port is located on the front of the docking station. This port can be used
to save calibration and bump test data to a USB flash drive. This USB port is for use
only in the Standalone configuration of the SDM-2009 and is not used in the PC
Controlled configuration.
NOTE: The SDM-2009 does not support connection of a computer to the front
USB port, only a USB flash drive.
USB Hub Requirements for Multiple Station Systems
If you have more docking stations than you have available USB ports, you will need a
USB hub. RKI provides both a 4-port hub and a 7-port hub. If you have more than 7
docking stations, you will need to purchase one of each hub. Do not connect one hub
to the other. Make sure that each USB hub has its own USB port on your computer.
You may also purchase your own USB hub of any port number from your local
electronics store but it must meet the following requirements:
•USB 2.0
®
• compatible with your Windows
An AC adapter comes with the USB hub(s) sold by RKI but does not need to be
plugged in for SDM-2009 operation. If the hub will be used to charge other devices,
the AC adapter needs to be plugged in.
operating system
11 • USB Hub Requirements for Multiple Station Systems
Hardware Setup
Figure 11: SDM-2009 Arrangement
This section describes how to assemble the hardware that came with the SDM-2009,
assemble a manifold, and connect calibration gas.
Hardware Assembly
The hardware assembly consists of connecting the AC adapter(s), installing the air
filter(s), installing the check valve(s), connecting the sample tubing and connecting
the USB cable(s). The SDM-GX Docking Station PC Controller software can support
1-10 SDM-2009 docking stations connected at the same time. Perform the following
steps to complete the hardware assembly for each SDM-2009:
1. Place the SDM-2009(s) on a convenient table top near an AC wall socket or
power strip in a well ventilated area. A location near a window that can be
opened is best so that the exhaust can be routed to the window.
2. If you have more than one SDM-2009, arrange them side by side as shown in
Figure 11 below. Each docking station has three connection tabs on the left
side near the bottom of the station and three connection recesses on the right
side near the bottom of the station. The tabs from one docking station can be
pushed into the recesses on another station to mechanically connect the
docking stations.
3. Insert the round plug on the end of each AC adapter’s cable into the power
jack on the back of each SDM-2009.
NOTE: If you have multiple SDM-2009s and are using a 4-port AC adapter,
plug each of the round plugs on the end of the AC adapter into the
power jack on the back of 4 separate SDM-2009s.
4. Connect the AC adapter’s wall plug into a wall AC socket or power strip.
5. Install the air filter to the AIR fitting of each SDM-2009 so that the arrow on the
filter that indicates direction of flow is pointing towards the AIR fitting. Push the
open end of the flexible tube that is on one end of the filter onto the AIR fitting
on the back of the SDM-2009.
6. Install the 10 foot long 5/16 inch ID flexible tube that is included with each
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SDM-2009 on the exhaust fitting of each SDM-2009. Route the tube to an area
where the exhaust can be safely dispersed, such as an open window. Exhaust
tubing from multiple units can be daisy chained together in a manifold for more
convenient operation. In this case, the check valves that are provided with the
docking stations need to be used. See "Assembling a Manifold for Multiple
SDM-2009 Units" below for instructions.
CAUTION: The maximum recomme nded le ngth for th e exha ust tube i s 10 feet. Do
not use more than 10 feet of tubing or tubing with an ID of less than
5/16 inch for the exhaust tube or the bump test and calibration
accuracy will be adversely affected. The exhaust tube that is shipped
with the SDM-2009 has an ID of 5/16 inch and is 10 feet long.
7. Install the 3 foot long 3/16 inch ID tube that is included with the SDM-2009 on
the GAS fitting. GAS tubing from multiple units can be daisy chained together
in a manifold for more convenient operation. See "Assembling a Manifold for
Multiple SDM-2009 Units" below for instructions.
8. Connect the provided USB cord from the type B USB port on the back of the
SDM-2009 to an available USB port on your computer or to a USB hub that is
connected to your computer. See “USB Hub Requirements for Multiple Station
Systems” on page 11 for more information about USB hubs.
Assembling a Manifold for Multiple SDM-2009 Units
Up to 10 SDM-2009s can be manifolded together. The GAS fitting can be manifolded
to allow the stations to draw from one calibration cylinder. The exhaust lines can also
be manifolded together and be routed away from the docking stations with only one
10 foot long 5/16 inch piece of tubing.
Each SDM-2009 is shipped with exhaust tubing, GAS tubing, T-fittings in two different
sizes, and a check valve.
Exhaust Tubing
Reference Figure 12 for the instructions below.
1. Cut a 1-2” piece of 5/16 inch tubing for each SDM-2009 and connect it to each
unit’s exhaust fitting.
2. Connect the provided check valves to the short pieces of tubing already
installed at the exhaust fittings. Be sure that the arrows that appear on the
check valve are pointing away from the exhaust fitting.
3. Cut a 2-3” piece of 5/16 inch tubing for every SDM-2009 except the first one
and connect it to the other end of the check valve.
4. Insert the larger T-fittings into the tubing so that the remaining two ports on the
T-fitting are perpendicular to the exhaust tube and check valve.
5. For the first SDM-2009, cut a 9-10” piece of 5/16 inch tubing and connect it
from the check valve on the first SDM-2009 to the closest port on the second
SDM-2009’s exhaust T-fitting.
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6. Use one of the provided 10 foot lengths of tubing and connect it to the T-fitting
7 inches
T-Fitting
10 Foot Max
Exhaust Tube
To Op en A rea
9 inc hes
AIR
GAS1
GAS1
Unit 2Unit 10
Check Valve
Unit 9
GAS1
AIR
AIR
GAS1
AIR
Unit 1
Figure 12: Exhaust Tubing Connections
on the last SDM-2009. The maximum recommended exhaust tube length is 10
feet.
7. For the remaining SDM-2009s, cut 6-7” pieces of 5/16 inch tubing and connect
the remaining T-fittings.
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GAS Tubing
Reference Figure 13 for the instructions below.
1. Cut a 3-4” piece of 3/16 inch tubing for each GAS fitting on every SDM-2009
except the last one.
2. Connect the tubing to the GAS fitting on every SDM-2009 except the last one.
3. Insert the smaller T-fittings into the tubing so that the remaining two ports on
the T-fitting are perpendicular to the GAS fitting.
4. Cut 6-7” pieces of 3/16 inch tubing and connect the T-fittings.
5. Cut one more 6-7” piece of 3/16 inch tubing and connect the GAS fitting of the
last SDM-2009 to the T-fitting from the second to last SDM-2009.
6. Cut 1 piece of 3/16 inch tubing long enough for easy access to the calibration
cylinder and connect it to the T-fitting on the first SDM-2009.
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Unit 1
Unit 10
Unit 2
Unit 9
GAS1
Unit 6
Unit 5
AIR
GAS1
GAS1
GAS1
AIR
GAS1
AIR AIR
GAS1
GAS1
AIR AIR
AIR
GAS1
GAS1
AIR
AIR
GAS1
AIR
Unit 7
Unit 4
Unit 8
Unit 3
Figure 13: Gas Manifold Connections
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Connecting Calibration Gas
The GAS fitting on the back of the docking station is designed to be used with a
calibration gas cylinder that is fitted with a demand flow regulator. The AIR fitting may
be used with a demand flow regulator and a cylinder of zero emissions air, but this is
not normally necessary since the docking station will generally be in a fresh air area.
The type of calibration gas cylinder used depends on the gas sensors installed in the
instrument being used with the calibration station. A 4-gas mix, LEL/Oxygen/CO/H2S,
is used if the instrument being used with the calibration station is a 4-gas unit. If the
instrument does not have an H2S channel, then a 3-gas mix, LEL/Oxygen/CO, is
used. Although a 4-gas cylinder will work for an instrument of any gas combination, if
you have multiple instruments with various gas combinations, you may want to keep
a 4-gas cylinder and a 3-gas cylinder to help preserve the charcoal filter on the CO
sensor in instruments without an H2S channel. Use Table 2 below as a guide in
determining which calibration gas cylinder is appropriate for your system. See “Spare
Parts List” on page 112 for a list of available cylinder part numbers.
Table 2: Recommended Gas Cylinders
Typical Instrument Types
Recommended Calibration Gas
Cylinder(s)
LEL/Oxy/H2S/CO 4-gas mix with CH4/Oxy/H2S/CO
LEL/Oxy/CO 3-gas mix with CH4/Oxy/CO
LEL/Oxy/H2S 4-gas mix with CH4/Oxy/H2S/CO
LEL/Oxy 3-gas mix with LEL/Oxy/CO
Oxy/CO 3-gas mix with LEL/Oxy/CO
Oxy/H2S 4-gas mix with LEL/Oxy/H2S/CO
To connect calibration gas to the SDM-2009, do the following:
1. If the area around the docking station is not considered a fresh air area (an
area free of combustible and toxic gases and of normal oxygen content,
20.9%) install a tube not longer than 10 feet on the filter attached to the AIR
fitting on the back of the docking station and route it to a fresh air area or
connect a cylinder of zero air with a demand flow regulator to the AIR fitting.
2. Install the demand flow regulator on the calibration gas cylinder.
3. Connect the demand flow regulator to the GAS inlet fitting using the 3 foot
length of 3/16 inch ID sample tubing provided with the docking station.
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EAGLE 2 and GX Type Instrument Connection
There are 2 different versions of the Docking Station PC Controller program. The
SDM-E2 Docking Station PC Controller program is intended for use with SDM-E2
docking stations and EAGLE 2 instruments. The SDM-GX Docking Station PC
Controller program is intended for use with GX type docking stations and GX type
instruments.
Bump tests and calibrations can be performed on multiple EAGLE 2s and GX type
instruments at the same time. The SDM-E2 Docking Station PC Controller program
controls the EAGLE 2 functions while the SDM-GX Docking Station PC Controller
program controls the GX type instrument functions. Both programs can be used
simultaneously on your PC. Follow all instructions in the SDM-E2 Docking Station PC
Controlled Configuration Operator’s Manual as well as the instructions in this manual.
Installing the SDM-GX Docking Station PC Controller Software
1. Launch Windows®.
2. Exit from all applications and open windows.
3. Go to www.rkiinstruments.com/sdm2009.
4. Click on the Download tab.
5. Click the PC Controlled Software link.
6. A .zip file will begin to download. Select whether you want to open or save the
.zip file.
7. Extract the contents of the .zip file.
8. Double click the setup.exe file.
9. The SDM-GX Docking Station PC Controller InstallShield Wizard comes up to
guide you through installation. Click Next to proceed to the License Agreement
window.
10. Read the license agreement and click the agreement acceptance selection
box, then click Next to proceed to the Customer Information window.
11. Enter a user name and organization and select if you want to install the
program for all users on the computer or just for your user account, then click
Next to proceed to the Destination Folder window.
12. The default installation folder (C:\Program Files\SDM-GX\) is displayed. If you
want to install the software in the default folder continue with step 13. If you
want to install the software in a different location, click Change and choose a
new installation folder and then continue with step 13.
13. Click Next to proceed to the Ready to Install the Program window.
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14. Review the installation settings. If they are OK, click Install and the installation
process will begin. If you want to change installation settings, click Back and
change them to the desired settings.
15. During software installation, the installation program may find newer versions
of Windows files on your computer than those in the downloaded .zip file. If
this happens, the installation software will ask you if you want to keep these
newer files. Click Yes to do so.
16. A Device Driver Window will appear prompting you to install necessary drivers.
You cannot continue the installation without installing the drivers.
Figure 14: Device Driver Installation
17. Click Next to install the drivers. The Wizard will find the appropriate drivers.
19 • Installing the SDM-GX Docking Station PC Controller Software
18. If this is the first time you are installing a PC Controller Program, a window will
appear saying that the file did not pass Windows logo testing. Click Continue
Anyway.
19. Click Finish once the drivers are successfully installed.
Figure 15: Finish Device Driver Installation
The installation will continue.
20. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete software installation.
21. To complete the driver installation, ensure that all of your docking stations are
connected to your computer.
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22. Turn on a docking station by pressing and holding the POWER button for at
least 1 second.
23. The first time an SDM-2009 is turned on after being connected to the
computer, a Found New Hardware window will appear.
NOTE: The following instructions apply only to computers running Windows
XP. If you have a newer operating system, the hardware driver will
automatically install and you will be notified that the USB device is
ready for use.
Figure 16: Found New Hardware Wizard
24. Select the “Install the software automatically” option and click Next.
21 • Installing the SDM-GX Docking Station PC Controller Software
25. The wizard will search for the driver files.
Figure 17: Searching
26. Once the files have been found, a window will appear saying that the file did
not pass Windows logo testing. Click Continue Anyway.
Figure 18: Windows Logo Error
27. The installation will continue. Click Finish when the installation has completed.
28. Repeat steps 22 through 27 for every docking station in your system.
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Launching the SDM-GX Docking Station PC Controller Program
1. Click Start on the Windows Icon Tray, then select Programs/SDM-GX
Docking Station PC Controller. You may also double click the shortcut
created on your desktop. The SDM-GX Docking Station PC Controller
Program is launched and the main program window appears.
Figure 19: Main Program Window
2. If you are starting the software for the first time, a message window appears
informing you that a database has been created. Click OK in that window.
When starting the software for the first time, or if you wish to change the
software setup, proceed to the next section, "Overview of the SDM-GX
Docking Station PC Controller Program".
If you have already performed the software setup, proceed to “Connecting
Instruments to the PC Controller Program” on page 38.
23 • Launching the SDM-GX Docking Station PC Controller Program
Overview of the SDM-GX Docking Station PC Controller Program
This section provides a brief overview of the program and a description of the main
program window. Instructions for using the program are given in other parts of this
manual. Use this section to become familiar with the main program window, but
before attempting to use the program, make sure to perform the program setup as
described in “Setting Up the PC Controller Program” on page 26.
The PC Controller Program is designed to provide manual or automated data
downloading, bump testing, and calibration of the GX-2009. It also provides the
capability to update instrument parameters such as alarm points. The program
compiles a database of the instruments that have been connected to the program
which consists of calibration and bump test history, logged data (if a unit’s data is
downloaded), and memos that record user entered information about an instrument
at a particular time.
The GX-2009 is a gas monitoring device for combustible gas, O2, H2S, and CO. It
stores logged data and calibration information in its internal memory. See the GX-
2009 Operator’s Manual for a complete description of the GX-2009.
PC Controller Program Functions
The PC Controller Program has the following basic functions accessed or controlled
by buttons in the main program screen.
• Gas cylinder setup accessed by the Cylinders control button
• Program and system configuration accessed by the Config control button (this
function is password protected)
• Data viewing accessed by the Logs control button
• Instrument bump testing controlled by the Bump test control button
• Instrument calibration controlled by the Calibration control button
Main Program Window
The main program window is where the current status of the program operation is
shown. Any SDM-2009s and instruments that are currently connected to it and any
instruments that have previously been but are not currently connected to it are also
shown. The program’s various functions are initiated or accessed from this screen.
The current date and time are always displayed in the lower right corner of the main
program window.
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Message Area
SDM-2009/Instrument Display Area
Control Buttons
The Cylinders, Config, Logs, and Exit control buttons are located along the top
right of the window. The Bump test and Calibration control buttons are located in
the lower right of the window along with the Force Calibration selection box. The use
of these control buttons and the Force Calibration selection box is described in other
parts of this manual.
SDM-2009/Instrument Di spla y Area
The large middle portion of the main program window displays SDM-2009s and
instruments that are currently connected to the PC Controller Program and
instruments that are in the database. The SDM-2009s are identified by a number. The
instruments are identified by their serial number. By selecting either the Icon radio
button or the Details radio button, the SDM-2009s and instruments can be displayed
either as icons or in a table format that shows various instrument parameter details
such as station ID, user ID, the next scheduled bump test date, and the next
scheduled calibration date among others. If the Only Connected Units box is
25 • Overview of the SDM-GX Docking Station PC Controller Program
Figure 20: Parts of the Main Program Window
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