Setra AQM7000, AQM5000 Manual

AQM5000 &

AQM7000 Series

Operating Instructions

Setra Systems, Inc.

159 Swanson Road, Boxborough, MA 01719

800.257.3872 • www.setra.com

Copyright 2018 by Setra Systems, Inc., all rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a

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secrets of Setra Systems. You are not allowed to disclose or allow to be disclosed such information except as allowed by
Setra Systems in writing. No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein. While
every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual, Setra Systems assumes no responsibility for errors or
omissions. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein.

Neither Setra Systems nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this product or third parties for damages, losses,
costs, or expenses incurred by purchaser or third parties as a result of: accident, misuse, or abuse of this product or
unauthorized modification s, repairs, or alterations to this product, or failure to strictly comply with Setra Systems operating and
maintenance instructions.

Setra Systems shall not be liable against any damages or problems arising from the use of any options or any products or
accessories other than those designated as Original Setra Systems Products or Setra Systems Approved.

Setra Systems, 7301-AQM 7302-AQM, 5302-AQM, OR 5302-AQM Air Quality Monitor™, Real-Time Meter™ are registered
trademark

MODBUS is a registered trademark of Schneider Automation Inc.
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NOTICE: The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice .

Product Name: Setra Systems. Inc. 7301-AQM 7302-AQM, 5302-AQM, OR 5302-AQM Air Quality Monitor

Model Numbers: 7301-AQM / 7302-AQM / 5301-AQM / 5302-AQM

The following standards are applied only to the Air Quality Monitors
power supplies.

North America: EMI: FCC/ICES-003 Class A
FCC Compliance Statement for American Users
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the

FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required
to correct the interference at their own expense.

that are so labeled. EMC is tested using Setra Systems

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Table of Contents

Contents

1-1 Important Safety Information .................................................................................................................. 5

1-2 Ergonomic Recommendations ................................................................................................................ 6

1-3 Warnings for Use of Wireless Devices ................................................................................................... 6

1-4 Overview ................................................................................................................................................. 7

1-5 Specifications .......................................................................................................................................... 8

1-6 Included Accessories ............................................................................................................................ 10

1-7 Optional Accessories ............................................................................................................................ 11

1-8 Product Views – 7301-AQM or 7302-AQM (shown) ............................................................................. 13

2-1 Unpacking and inspecting the Instrument............................................................................................. 14

2-2 Registering Your Product ...................................................................................................................... 14

2-3 Contacting Setra Systems .................................................................................................................... 14

2-4 Storing and Shipping the Instrument .................................................................................................... 14

2-5 Power Considerations and Connecting to AC Mains Power ................................................................ 14

2-6 Power Considerations & Connecting to AC Mains Power .................................................................... 15

2-7 Installing Batteries ................................................................................................................................. 15

2-7 Installing Batteries (continued) ............................................................................................................. 16

2-8 Turning the Unit On ............................................................................................................................... 17

2-9 Power and Charging Status LED (on power button) ............................................................................ 18

3–1 Control and Menu Icons (ALL MODELS) ........................................................................................... 18

4-1 Operational Flow Chart – Menu Map .................................................................................................... 22

5-1 Operation – Initial Power Up – First Time Use ..................................................................................... 23

5-2 Display .................................................................................................................................................. 23

5-3 Taking a Sample ................................................................................................................................... 24

5-4 Real-Time Meter and Environmental Monitoring Displays ................................................................... 24

5-5 Recorded Data ...................................................................................................................................... 27

5-6 Reports.................................................................................................................................................. 28

6-1 Settings ................................................................................................................................................. 31

6-2 Sampling Setup ..................................................................................................................................... 31

6-3 Channel Management........................................................................................................................... 33

6-4 Locations & Recipes ............................................................................................................................. 35

6-5 Configuration ......................................................................................................................................... 39

6-6 Printer Setup ......................................................................................................................................... 40

6-7 Communication ..................................................................................................................................... 41

6-8 Environment .......................................................................................................................................... 43

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6-9 Passwords ............................................................................................................................................ 43

6-10 Clear All Samples ............................................................................................................................... 45

7-1 Power Management .............................................................................................................................. 45

8-1 Volume Controls ................................................................................................................................... 47

9-1 Instrument Management Software (IMS) .............................................................................................. 48

10-1 Air Quality Monitor Host Mode – Remote Monitor and Operation ...................................................... 49

Appendix – A ................................................................................................................................................. 50

Appendix – B ................................................................................................................................................. 50

11-1 Returns ............................................................................................................................................... 51

12-1 Warranty and limitation of liability ....................................................................................................... 51

1-1 Important Safety Information

This section presents important information intended to ensure safe and effective use of this product.
Please read this section carefully and store it in an ac

• Do not use near explosive, flammable, or reactive gases.

• Do not attach directly to pressurized gases or liquids.

• Do not improperly discard electronic instruments, only dispose of in accord anc e with loca l

regulatory requirements or contact Setra Systems for trade-in option.

• Defective or non-working Lithium-Ion batteries must be recycled, do not throw in trash.

• This device contains a Class I laser product that is not accessible during normal operation, do not

take this device apart, exposure to harmful laser radiation can occur.

• Taking the device apart will void all warranties

• Do no use this device for any unintended purpose other than measuring of particles in ambient

environments.

• Do not operate the instrument with the inlet capped or plugged as this can cause damage to the
vacuum pump.

• Do not allow water or any other liquid to enter the inlet of the Air Quality Monitor, this will dam age
the unit.

• Any changes or modifications to Setra Syst ems equipment not expressly approved by Setra
Systems could void the user’s authorization to operate the equipment, can risk serious injury, and
will void all warranties.

cessible location.

Key to Symbols
The symbols in this manual are identified by their level of importance, as defined below.
Read the following carefully before handling the product.

WARNING:

Warnings must be observed carefully to avoid serious bodily injury.

CAUTION:

Cautions must be observed to avoid minor injury to yourself or damage to your
equipment.

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Important Note: The laser in this product is completely enclosed within a sensor with no user
serviceable parts. In addition, the emission level does not exceed the AEL (accessible emission limit) of
Class 1 under all conditions of operation, maintenance, service and failure.

1-2 Ergonomic Recommendations

CAUTION: In order to prevent or reduce the potential risks of ergonomic injury, follow
the recommendations below. Consult with your local Health & Safety Manager to ensure
that you are adhering to your company’s safety programs to prevent employee injury.

• Reduce or eliminate repetitive motion

• Maintain a natural position while holding the Instrument

• Reduce or eliminate excessive force

• Keep objects that are used frequently within easy reach

• Perform tasks at correct heights

• Utilize a tripod or the built-in stand to use device in a freestanding mode

• Improve work procedures

1-3 Warnings for Use of Wireless Devices

Please observe all warning notices with regard to the usage of Setra Systems' Air Quality
Monitors with optional Wi-Fi communications module installed.

Safety in Hospitals

Wireless devices transmit radio frequency energy and may affect medical electrical
equipment. Wireless devices should be switched off wherever you are requested to do so
in hospitals, clinics, or health care facilities. These requests are designed to prevent
possible interference with sensitive medical equipment.

Pacemakers

Pacemaker manufacturers recommend that a minimum of 15cm (6 inches) be maintained
between a handheld wireless device and a pacemaker to avoid potential interference with
the pacemaker. These recommendations are consistent with independent research and
recommendations by Wireless Technology Research.

Persons with Pacemakers:

• Should ALWAYS keep the device more than 6 inches (15cm) from the pacemaker if
turned ON.

• Should not carry the device on your chest.

• Should use the arm furthest from the pacemaker to minimize the potential for

interference

• If you have any reason to suspect that interference is taking place, turn OFF your
device.

Other Medical Devices

Please consult your physician or the manufacturer of the medical device to determine if
the operation of your wireless product may interfere with the medical device.

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Thank you for purchasing a Setra Systems Air Quality Monitor, the most advanced instrument available

1-4 Overview

for measuring and monitoring particle matter, CO2, TVOC, temperature and humidity for use in the IAQ
and Industrial Hygiene Markets.

This user manual will provide the detailed explanation and instructions for the proper use and operation
of this feature-rich Air Quality Monitor.

The Setra Systems Air Quality Monitors provide a large dynamic range of particle size measurement
from 0.3 µm to 25.0 µm, providing for true variable binning and allowing for PM channel size adjustment
settings and simultaneous indication of PM1.0, PM2.5, PM5.0 PM10.0 and TPM. This instrument utilizes
7 or more processors to maintain and manage the various functions of operation. It allows for the
fastest, most efficient particle counting with high accuracy and resolution. The advanced processing also
allows for many operations to take place simultaneously, even while the unit is sampling. This includes
adding annotations to the current sample in progress, or adding annotations to previously recorded data
while sampling is in progress.

The Real-Time Meter™ function is unique in its ability to fine tune the instrument's sensitivity in order to
locate particle contamination sources with visual and audible indications. This versatile instrument’s
ability to count higher than typical particle concentrations allows the Real-Time Meter to find point
source contamination in cleanrooms as well as locating higher particle concentrations being generated
in many industrial environments.

These Air Quality Monitors provide a mass concentration mode, for particle mass monitoring of an
environment for industrial health and safety regulatory purposes. The unit can measure with all (6)
adjustable particle size channels capturing PM levels indicated in µg/m³ with values corrected for
particle density and refractive index correction by particle channel size.

The technology designed into these Air Quality Monitors includes advanced power management
functions for the 7301-AQM and 7302-AQM. Onboard processors in the battery pack manage cell
loading and battery life. Advanced power monitoring features allow for >10 hours continuous monitoring
use, or the industry’s first sleep mode that permits the instrument to take intermittent samples over the
course of a month on one battery charge (dependent on sample settings and number of sensors). The
5301-AQM and 5302-AQM are powered by mains only and do not support batter y operatio n.

The Setra Systems Air Quality Monitors also boast the most versatile communication methods and
protocols of any Air Quality Monitor on the market. The instruments allow for Ethernet or Wi-Fi, and USB
Host or USB Client connectivity, providing for MODBUS RTU, ASCII, TCP, web-hosted server for
remote operation, and USB connection to a PC or to a thumb drive for data uploads or downloads. The
remote web server hosting feature allows for monitoring and control of the instrument from any PC,
smartphone or tablet simply by inputting the IP address of the Air Quality Monitor on the local area
network and entering it into any browser. The main processors allow for multiple connections from
operators, staff and management, all with simultaneous access to review, monitor and control the
operation of the instrument.

Thank you,

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1-5 Specifications

Size Channels:

Factory calibrated at 0.3, 0.5, 1.0, 2.5, 5.0, 10.0 μm variable binning

Size Range

0.3 to 25μm

PM Size

PM1.0, PM2.5, PM5.0, PM10.0, TPM variable binning (adjustable)

Flow rate

0.1 CFM (2.83 LPM)

Light Source

Long life laser diode

Counting Efficiency

50% @ 0.3 μm; 100% for particles >0.45 μm per JIS

Zero Count

<1 count / 5 minutes (<2 particles / ft³) (per ISO 21501-4 & JIS)

Automatic, manual, cumulative/differential, mass concentration, count or
concentration

Count Alarms

1 to 9,999,999 counts

Calibration

NIST traceable

Display

4.3″ (10.9 cm) WQVGA (480×272) color touch screen

Includes temperature and relative humidity probe 32º to 122ºF (0º to 50ºC)
±1ºF (0.5ºC), 15-90% ±2% relative humidity

Non-dispersive Infrared Ra nge 0 – 5000 ppm, Resolution 1 ppm, Accuracy
±1% FS, Response rate 20 sec. (MODEL 53/7301-AQM & 53/7302-AQM)

Optional Communication
Modes

Standards

ISO 21501-4 and JIS B9921

Calibration

Recommended minimum once per year

Utilize optional gas hood, regulator, and IMS software for in-field calibration
with single and multi-point offsets

(L x W x H)

Count Modes

Printer (Optional) External thermal printer
Vacuum Source Internal pump w/ automatic flow control
Filtered Exhaust Internal HEPA filter
Number of Channels 6
Custom Size Channels Calibration for custom size channels available
Audible Alarm Adjustable built-in alarm
Battery (7000 Only) Removable Li-ion
Battery Recharge Time <2 hours

Environmental Sensor
CO2 Sensor (NDIR)

TVOC Sensor (PID) –

FOR 53/7302-AQM ONLY

Alarm

Communication Modes Ethernet and USB

User Calibration

External Surface Stainless Steel
AQM Dimensions

AQM Weight 4 lb (1.8 kg)

Photo-Ionization Detector (PID) Range 0-50 ppm, Minimum detection level
5 ppb, Accuracy ±1.5%, Response rate <3 seconds (7302-AQM/5302-AQM)

Alarms on values for all particle sizes, low battery, sensor failure,
environmental sensors and flow

Wireless 802.11 b/g, RS485 or RS232

5.2” x 4.15” x 8.25” (13.3 cm x 10.5 cm x 21 cm) includes barb fittings

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Accessories

45,000 sample records (rotating buffer) including particle count data,
environmental data, locations and times. Scrollable on screen or printout

Sample Locations

Up to 1,000 locations 20 characters long

Sample Time

1 second to 99 hours

Operating Conditions

41º to 104ºF (5º to 40ºC) / 20% to 95% non-condensing

Quick start guide, operating manual on USB flash drive, isokinetic probe,
temperature relative humidity sensor, battery (7000 only) , IMS software,
USB cable, power supply & cable

Optional Accessories

Buffer Memory

Power 110 to 240 VAC 50/60 Hz universal in-line power supply

Storage Conditions 32º to 122ºF (0º to 50ºC) / Up to 98% non-condensing
Warranty 2 Years. Extended warranties available.

Please note that specifications are subject to change without notice.

Printed manual, carrying case, spare battery, external battery charger,
external printer and isokinetic probes

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1-6 Included Accessories

Description

Part Number

Image

Nickel Plated Aluminum

PS-12041

Purge Filter Assembly 0.1 CFM (2.83 LPM)

AS-99002A

Rechargeable Battery 55Wh

EE-80003A

±1°F (0.5°C), 15 - 90% ±2% (AQM Model Only)

EE-80122A

(Select adapter -US, -EU, -UK or -CN)

EE-80127-XX

USB Cable 6' (1.8m)

AS-99010

Software (USB Key)

MN-24018

Isoprobe Threaded 0.1 CFM

Temperature / RH Probe 32-122°F (0-60°C)

Power Supply 15V ~2amp 100-240VAC

Handheld User Manual and Data Download

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1-7 Optional Accessories

Description

Part Number

Image

Antenna

EE-80092

7000 Series Carrying Case

AS-99015

External Battery Charger 55Wh

AS-99005A

Rechargeable Battery 55Wh

EE-80003A

External Thermal Printer with 2 rolls of paper

AS-99011

External Thermal Printer Paper - 1 Roll

AS-99012

10 Pack

AS-99013

External Thermal Printer Spare Battery

AS-99014

Wireless 802.11 b/g Output with Internal

External Thermal Printer Cleanroom Paper -

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1-7 Optional Accessories (Continued)

Description

Part Number

Image

Stainless Steel

PS-12070

Stainless Steel

PS-12022

1/8" Inlet Barbed Fitting Stainless Steel

PS-12005

Bev-A-Line XX

AS-99036

AQM User Manual (Printed)

MN-24018P

Certificate of Origin

MN-24000

Isoprobe Threaded 0.1 CFM (2.83 LPM)

Isoprobe Barbed 0.1 CFM (2.83 LPM)

Sample Tubing 1/4" OD (1/8" ID) per foot

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1-8 Product Views – 7301-AQM or 7302-AQM (shown)

Front

Rear View

Connecting Ethernet Cable

Connecting USB - B Client

Connecting USB - A Host

Temperature & Humidity Sensor

Wi-Fi Antenna (optional)

Isoprobe

Gas Sensors

Touchscreen Color Display

Power Switch

Exhaust Port

RS485/RS232 Connection
(optional)

Communications connectors

- Ethernet

- USB Host

- USB Client

Power Supply Connection
Battery Compartment

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Unpacking and Preparation for Use

2-1 Unpacking and inspecting the Instrument

Careful consideration was gi ven to our packing material to ensure that your Setra

Systems Instrument will reach you in perfect condition. If the Instrument has been subject
to excessive handling during shipping, there may be visible damage to the shipping
carton. In the event of damage, keep the shipping container and packing material for the
carrier’s inspection. Carefully unpack the Instrument from its shipping container and
inspect the contents for damaged or missing items. If the Unit appears damaged or
something is missing, contact the carrier and Setra Systems immediately. Please save
the container and packing material in c as e you ha ve to return the Instrument.

2-2 Registering Your Product

All Setra System s Instruments are automatically registered upon sale for the warranty
period and tracked by Serial number.

2-3 Contacting Setra Systems

To order accessories, receive technical assistance, report damaged or missing items
from your shipment, or get contact information for your nearest Setra Systems authorized
reseller, call [phone]

2-4 Storing and Shipping the Instrument

This instrument utilizes a high quality advanced Lithium Ion Power Cell. This must be
removed from the device prior to shipping the unit. If the unit needs to be packed and
shipped for annual calibration or service, it is recommended to use the original packing
materials. If they are not available please insure that the instrument is packaged in a box
that is sturdy and that the unit is well protected with proper packing materials to cushion
and protect it from harm during transit.

To store the instrument, place it in its optional case or in a box, under cover, in an
environment as stated in our specifications

2-5 Power Considerations and Connecting to AC Mains Power

The Setra Systems Instrument comes with a power adapter line cord for AC mains
powered operation and battery charging. The power adapter is designed to operate with
line voltage from around the world. The correct plug adapter must be used to match your
local AC power adapter standard. If the Instrument power adapter does not have the
proper plug configuration, please contact Setra Systems or an authorized reseller for
service.

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2-6 Power Considerations & Connecting to AC Mains Power

To install the country specific plug adapter, simply slide the adapter into the power supply
as shown.

2-7 Installing Batteries

CAUTION - The Setra Systems rechargeable battery model EE-80003A is an intelligent
battery pack with onboard processing to ensure proper cell loading and other functions
that support the advanced power management features of this instrument. To ensure a
long life for the batteries and for adherence to any local regulatory guidelines for the use,
storage and disposal of Lithium Ion batter ies please follow these instructions carefully.

WARNING – Do not plug in, or charge the Setra Systems Lithium-Ion rechargeable
battery with any other power source other than the approved S etr a S ystems
Rechargeable Batter y Exter nal Charger - Model AS-99005A, or using the Setra Systems
Power Supply Model EE-80081-XX. Using any other charger can cause fire, shock or
serious injury.

Caution: Dispose of Setra Systems lithium-ion
batteries only at an approved local battery recycling
center.

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Step 1 – Loosen the Knurled
Step 2 – Remove Battery

Compartment Door

Step 3 – Insert battery connector plug into matching socket on matching wired connector in the

2-7 Installing Batteries (continued)

Install the Setra Systems Battery pack into the instrument using the following steps:

Thumb-turn screw

battery compartment. NOTE: leads line up color for color and socket has a keyed fit. Carefully
tuck the wires neatly back in to the recess in the rear of the battery compartment.

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Step 5 – Carefully push bat tery into the
Step 6 – Replace battery compartment door and

2-7 Installing Batteries (continued)

compartment
NOTE: The 5301-AQM and the 5302-AQM do not contain batteries, they are powered by Mains only.

tighten thumb-turn knurled screw.

2-8 Turning the Unit On

The External one-touch power button on the lower right bottom front corner of the
instrument will power the instrument on and off and will turn sampling on and off.

Pressing the button turns the instrument on.
Pressing the button momentarily starts the pump and

begins sampling.
Pressing the one-touch button again for 1 second stops

sampling.
Holding the button for 2.5 seconds turns the instrument off.
The unit can also be turned off from the power

management screen.

Power Button

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2-9 Power and Charging Status LED (on power button)

Function Name

Location/Screen

Description of Function

Unit plugged into AC (instrument scree n o n or off)

Power and charging status is indicated externally on the instrument in the middle of the
one-touch power and sample button. The indication provides information on the charging
rates and status (shown on right).

Charging: Red LED on
Charging Complete: Green LED on

Unit not plugged into AC (instrument s creen on)

Battery Charge <10%: Red LED blinks every 3 seconds

Unit not plugged into AC (instrument s creen off)

All LED’s off

3–1 Control and Menu Icons (ALL MODELS)

Press logo and a Product Information Scr e en wil l
appear displaying your model number, serial
number, manufacture date, last calibration date,

Setra logo icon Home Screen

next calibration due date and number of channels
activated on the unit. Press back arrow icon on
bottom left corner of the display to return to home
screen.

Speaker icon

Temperature &
RH indication

Time and Date
Indication

Home Screen

Home Screen

Home Screen

Speaker Icon allows for volume adjustment using
a pop-up slider bar. When pressed the cross bar
on slider and move up and down for volume
control. Icon will have red prohibited s ymbol
when sound is turned off or muted.

By pressing the temperature and RH value
indication the screen will change to a large
indication of the current Temperature, Relative
Humidity, CO2, TVOC and the current Barometric
Pressure. Press back arrow icon on bottom left
corner of the display to return to home screen.

To change time and date, press the date and
time in the top right corner of the display and the
change time and date screen will appear allowing
for changes

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3–1 Control and Menu Icons (Continued)

Function Name

Location/Screen

Description of Function

USB drive.

Real-Time

Icon

When pressed the Real-Time Icon switches

display and the Main Screen.

Power
Management
Icon

Home Screen

On the top right of the display is the
battery/power adapter indication icon. Pressing
this icon displays the battery power
management screen as well as the current
battery status.

USB
Communication
Icon

Printer
Indication

System
Warning
Indication

Alarm
Indication

Run Icon Home Screen

Home Screen

Home Screen

Home Screen

Home Screen

If a USB drive is connected, the USB Icon will
appear. When pressed from the home screen
the current record displayed will be saved to the

If the Setra Systems Printer is connected to
USB Port, the Printer Icon will appear. When
pressed from the home screen the current
record on screen will be sent to the printer.

When the System Warning Indication Icon
appears, please contact Setra Systems
technical service for assistance. When pressed,
the Instrument will display additional
information.

Visual indication of alarm condition if the particle
count exceeds the user defined thresholds.
When pressed this will silence the alarm.

The Run Icon starts the instrument sampling.
Once pressed the Run Icon will be replaced by
the Stop Icon.

Stop Icon Home Screen

Meter & PM
Monitoring

Recorded Data
Icon

Home Screen

Home Screen

The Stop Icon stops the instrument from
sampling.

between the Real-Time Meter mode, graphing
of pulse/seconds, The Environmental Monitoring

When pressed, the Recorded Data Icon will
display the saved data records page. All saved
records can be accessed from this screen.

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3–1 Control and Menu Icons (Continued)

Function Name

Location/Screen

Description of Function

When pressed, the Particle Data Icon changes

cumulative counts.

When pressed, the Location Menu Icon displays

user-defined recipes.

Reports Icon Home Screen

Particle Data
Selection Icon

Home Screen

When pressed, the Reports Icon will display the
standards options page, where various reports
are available for reporting the data

the indicated values from particle count, count
per cubic meter, or count per cubic foot and
particle mass concentration (activated in
channel management). These values are
displayed simultaneously as differential and

Differential
Mode Icon

Cumulative
Mode Icon

Location Menu
Icon

Mode
Indication

Sample
Indication

Home Screen

Home Screen

Home Screen

Home Screen

Home Screen

When pressed, the Differential Mode Icon
toggles the differential data values off and on the
display during or after sampling.

When pressed, the Cumulative Mode Icon
toggles the cumulative data values off and on
the display during or after sampling.

the Location and Recipe set up pages. This
feature allows for the input of up to 1000
locations 20 characters long and up to 50 unique

The Mode Indication displays the current mode
of operation the instrument is set to. These
modes include automatic, manual, and
continuous.

The Sample Time Indication displays the current
sample time duration (Hours:Minutes:Seconds).
This value will countdown from the set value for
the sample time, displaying the amount of time
left in the current sample. See Sampling Setup
in Settings Menu.

Hold Indication Home Screen

Cycle
Indication

Home Screen

The Hold Time Indication displays the current
hold time, as an interval between samples. The
maximum hold time is 99 hours, 59 minutes and
59 seconds. See Sampling Setup in Settings
Menu.

The Cycle Indication displays the number of
count samples that will be taken at a location in
automatic mode. The maximum number of
possible cycles that can be set is 9,999. The
value is displayed as the sample number vs. the
total number of samples to be completed in this
cycle. See Sampling Setup in Settings Menu.

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3–1 Control and Menu Icons (Continued)

Function Name

Location/Screen

Description of Function

denotes that an annotation exists on that record.

The three horizontal arrows indicate that the
pump is working and that the internal flow

Record
Indication

Settings Menu
Icon

Annotation
Icon

Home Screen

Home Screen

Home Screen

The Records Indication is a display of the total
number of sampling records saved in the
Instrument out of the total number of records the
instrument is capable of storing -- 45,000
possible saved records (rotating buffer) including
particle count data, environmental data,
locations and times per record.

When pressed, the Settings Menu Icon brings
you to the Settings Screen. All aspects of the
Instrument’s set-up can be managed from the
icon driven sub-menus.

The Annotation Icon, displays as a blue pencil.
When pressed, written notation (up to 32 letters,
can be added to a record during the time of the
sampling, or after a sample has been taken.
Advanced processing allows for annotations to
be inserted while the unit is sampling with no
interruption to the operation. The

green pencil

Plus and Minus
Button

Green Flow &
No Flow
Indication

Back Arrow
Icon

Home Screen

Home Screen

Various Screens
throughout
program

This feature can be disabled from the
Configuration screen in Settings.

When pressed, these icons scroll through 1000
possible locations that can be saved and
uniquely identified in the Locations set-up
screen. Locations can have set recipes
assigned to them in advance for ease-of-use
during sampling.

sensor is detecting the correct flo w rate through
the Instrument. If a red lin e appears diagonall y
through three green arr ows , it is an indic ation no
flow.

Press back arrow Icon to return to the previous
screen.

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4-1 Operational Flow Chart – Menu Map

Audio Volume

Communications

Channel Alarm

A

A

Admin Password Not Required

Print

Information

Shut Down

Information Environment

Print Current

Record

Set

Date / Time

Set

Power

Management

Zoom

Real-Time Meter and

Environmental

Monitoring Display

Main

Location &

Recipes

Location
Advance

Charts

Recorded

Data

Print

Records

Reports Settings

Annotate

Record

Room

Definition

Printer

Setup

ISO 14644-1

Sampling

Setup

Modbus

Setup

Report

Generate

Setup

EU-GMP

Annex 1

Print

Report

Locations &

Recipes

Report

Generate

Password

Setup

Configuration

Clear

Samples

Configuration

Load/Save

Room

Definition

Admin Password Required to Edit

Factory

Restore

FS 209E

Report

Generate

Setup

Channel

Management

Environment

Setup

Room

Definition

Admin Password Required to View

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5-1 Operation – Initial Power Up – First Time Use

Date Format Select

Choose format for - Month/Day/Year, Day/Month/Year, or

Numeric Keypad

Touch date window, a numeric keypad will appear to allow for date

Time Format Select

Choose 12 hour or 24 hour clock indication by select in g the

Numeric Keypad

Touch time window, a numeric keypad will appear to allow for time

Back Arrow Icon

Press back arrow Icon to return to the previous screen.

Un-Zoomed View

Zoomed View

After the Air Quality Monitor turns on for the first time a window will appear stating “Time of Day
Clock Not Set”. Press OK to Set Clock.

Button

Button

5-2 Display

The large color touch screen can zoom in and out on the home page at any time simply by
touching any blank space on the screen.

Year/Month/Day indication by selecting the corresponding button on the
touchscreen.

change. For change or correction of input values navigate using < or >
to move cursor. When complete press OK button

corresponding button on the touchscreen.

change. Use 24 hour clock format for time entry to properly indicate AM
or PM. For change or correction of input values navigate using <or> to
move cursor. When complete press OK button- Time will display with
AM/PM or in 24 hour format based on format selection.

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5-3 Taking a Sample

Taking a

Using the one touch

sample.

To take a sample, select the start sample icon on the

menus.

Stopping

Using One Touch

To stop the sampling event press the stop icon on the

Data Unit of Measure

The instrument can display the active sample or any

indication options.

Note:

Main Sampling Home Screen

Model 8303
only displays
(3) channels

Sample

the
Sample

power/sample button
on the instrument
face or the start
sample Icon on the
display begins the

button or the Stop
Sample Icon on the
display

Selection

display, or momentarily press the one touch button on
the Air Quality Monitor's face. This will begin the
sample according to the sampling set up parameters
displayed on the right side of the home display. The
sample setting can be changed in the settings sub-

display or momentarily press the one touch button on
the Air Quality Monitor's handle.

recorded and saved record in count, counter per cubic
meter, count per cubic foot, or micrograms per cubic
meter (in mass mode, if enabled from the Channel
Management Screen). This can be changed on the fly
by pressing the icon, rotating through the data output

5-4 Real-Time Meter and Environmental Monitoring Displays

The Instrument will display a bar graph visualization that rises and falls with the
increase of pulses counted per second, per channel. This allows for the pinpointing of
the cause of the contamination that is being detected in the environment. The closer
the instrument is to the source, the higher the indication appears on the bar graph.
This feature also graphically displays the pulses per second if the graph function is
chosen, making the graph’s historical information useful in point source detection.

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5-4 Real-Time Meter and Environmental Monitoring Displays (continued)

Start/Stop Sampling

The Sampling can be started or stopped from this screen

Channel Select –

Select the channel size that is the focus of the

Range – Sensitivity

Using the touchscreen, drag the green Range slider bar up

Switch to Particles Per

Pressing the Real-Time Meter Icon again, switches to the

display to the home screen.

Range

Channel 3 selected & signal at maximum value

Range Slider Lowered to reduce Channel 3 value

Real-Time Meter Particles/Second Graph

PM 2.5 Environmental Conditions Display

While on Real Time Meter Page, the following steps allow for the features operation.

while on Real-Time
Meter or Pulse Per
Second Screen

Radio Button

Adjustment Slider

Second Screen, or to
Environmental PM2.5
Display

using the Start/Stop icon buttons, or b y using the one touch
button on the handle.

contamination being investigated by clicking on the radio
select button on the bottom of each channel. The channel
selected also represents the data being displayed in the
pulses per second graph mode.

towards the top of the slider. This allows for the greatest
sensitivity and signal from the contamination within the test
area. As the unit gets closer to the concentration source the
visual signal can increase and hit 100% of the indicated
scale long before the actual source of the contamination is
found. By pulling the Range Slider down, the sensitivity is
reduced and the indication scaled down. This allows for
more precise detection when getting closer to the
contamination source. This procedure can be repeated until
the source is identified.

Particles per second graphical display page. Pressing it
one more time displays the Environmental PM2.5 Air Quality
Display. Pressing the Icon one more time returns the

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5-4 Real-Time Meter and Graphing Function (continued)

The 7301-AQM or 7302-AQM provides two screens for monitoring particle mass
concentration, particle matter (PM) value indication. The Main screen display offers the
selection of indicating the mass concentration value for 6 channel sizes, and
simultaneous PM indication of five (5) particle size channels as well as total particle
matter (TPM).

Main Environmental Display Screen

This screen allows for the monitoring of a specific PM size,
temperature, humidity, Carbon Dioxide (CO2), & total volatile
organic compounds (TVOC) (7302-AQM ONLY)

Pressing the PM value
accesses the Select
PM To Display screen

Environmental Screen size select

Select the PM size
channel to be
displayed

Then press green back
arrow to return to the
previous screen.

Main Home Screen Mass Concentration Display

micrograms/cubic meter
are displayed in first
column for that particle
size up to the next size
as a value

PM is the sum of all
previous channels not
including that channel
size value.

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5-5 Recorded Data

Print or Save the

If a Printer or USB thumb drive is attached to the instrument,

Turn off Indicated

All displayed channel values can be turned off or back on from

Change Indicated

The Recorded data indication can be changed to the

Adding Annotation

The Air Quality Monitor will save up to 45,000 records. These records can be accessed
by selecting the recorded data icon. The Recorded data page uses a horizontal slider
bar that allows scrolling left and right through all records. Click on the white arrows for
fine control in locating a specific record. Press the slider button with the stylus and drag
left or right to navigate through large amounts of records quickly.
IMPORTANT NOTE: After the 45,000th sample is recorded the software must delete
one block of flash memory to make room for the next record. Each block contains 28
records. After 28 records are deleted the next record number will become 44,972. The
instrument will then count back up to 45,000 again. Each block removed is from the
oldest records (first in, first out method).

Recorded
Data Screen

Current Record
being displayed

Cumulative or
Differential value
Columns

Data Units

To Recorded Data

the current record on the Recorded Data Screen can be
downloaded or printed by pressing the corresponding Printer
or USB Icon.

the recorded sample record by toggling the mode icons.

corresponding calculated values by pressing the Particle Data
Selection Icon. Press the icon to change view between particle
count, count per cubic meter, count per cubic foot, or
micrograms per cubic meter (if enabled for mass concentration
mode in Channel Management).

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5-5 Recorded Data (continued)

Saved Annotation

The green pencil over a document denotes that an annotation

Special Notes –

Holding down the Shift button will activate or de-activate the

ISO 14644-1

Selecting this report icon allows for the generation of a report

EU-GMP Annex-1

Selecting this report icon allows for the generation of a report

FS 209E

Selecting this report icon allows for the generation of a report

Accessing ISO,

Annotation Keyboard

5-6 Reports

Indication and Icon

Cap Locks and
Delete

Statistics

GMP, or Federal
Standard Report
Functions

exists on that record. The annotation can be accessed or
edited at a later time.

cap locks functions. Holding down the backspace key will
delete all text entered on the text line.

Pressing the Statistics icon will prov ide an ons cr een di splay of
the min, max, and average values for the records selected.
This function is disabled if a printer or USB stick is connected
to the instrument.

based on the parameters and guidelines of the ISO standard.

based on the parameters and guidelines of the European
GMP Annex-1 standard.

based on the parameters and guidelines of the US Federal
Standard 209E.

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5-6 Reports (continued)

Create Report

Generate

Selecting the specific report icon from the Reports Screen displays information for the chosen standard.
The room parameters can be defined by pressing the Room Definition Button. To generate a report,
select the Generate Report button. This creates a report document that can be saved to an external
thumb drive, or printed to a connected printer.

By holding down the Create Report Button for 5 seconds, a sample report will be displayed with the
current test records. These records will be added to the system’s recorded data so that t he values and
information can be reviewed prior to actually completing the report and saving to an external source.

Create Report

After selecting Generate,
the Report Generation
screen displays.

The Start/End time and date are selected to enter the values. The report is created
using the Create Report Button. If the values of the count or sampling set-up are
incorrect, the report will indicate the errors prior to the report being generated. To
exclude outlier measurements from the report:

Annotate the FIRST data record taken from the location to be excluded with
EXCLUDED (or EX) followed by a brief description of why the data was excluded.

Example Annotations: EXCLUDED Sample stopped early or EX Equipment failure.

Room Definition

Each report standard has a Room Definition page that allows for information to be
input defining the output of the generated report. Room size is input in square feet
or square meters. The ISO class of the cleanroom being tested is selected, and the
allowable sizes may be included or excluded in the report. The Room Status is
selected as being Operation, At Rest, or As Built per the standard specification
requirements. Airflow is recorded as being Unidirectional or Non-Unidirectional.

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Printing or

To Print a report on screen, or save it to an installed thumb

5-6 Reports (continued)

Sample of
Report Output

Printed Report
Sample

Saving a Report

drive, press the corresponding icon on the.
Note: a thumb drive or printer must be connected to the
instrument to display these icons.

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6-1 Settings

Delay

Pressing the Delay time box opens the Enter Time screen. The

Settings Screen Select the Settings Icon to enter the main configuration menu.

6-2 Sampling Setup

All settings for the instrument are accessed through this
Settings screen. When the administrator password is in use,
this screen is not available to regular users and may only be
accessed and settings modified by the administrator.

Settings Screen The Sampling Setup Icon displays the Sample Timing, Sample

Volume Units and Pump Start Timing selection windows. The
option to utilize recipes instead of the general Sample Timing
setup values is also accessed on this page with a selection box .

numeric touchpad is used to enter the amount of time the counter
will wait before starting a sample in automatic mode.

The entry is made in Hours:Minutes:Seconds (HH:MM:SS). The
maximum delay time is 99 hours, 59 minutes and 59 seconds.
This feature is ideal to allow the operator to leave the area before
the sampling begins.

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6-2 Sampling Setup (continued)

Sample

Pressing the Sample Button opens the Enter Time screen with

Volume

Pressing Volume displays the numeric touchpad for the entry of

Hold

Pressing the Hold Button opens the Enter Time screen with

Cycles

Pressing Cycles displays the Enter Cycles Screen with numeric

Mode

The Mode icon opens the Select Sample Mode page. Select

Sample Volume

Choose from three different sample volume units:

Use Recipes

The Use Recipes button activates the Recipe Setup Page.

Pump Start

The Pump Delay Start Time is the length of time during the initial

Pump Start

During the hold time between samples, The Pump Hold Start

Back Arrow

Press back to last screen arrow on bottom left corner of the

Units selection

numeric touchpad for the entry of the amount of time the counter
will sample in automatic mode. The entry is made in
Hours:Minutes:Seconds (HH:MM:SS). The maximum sample
time is 99 hours, 59 minutes and 59 seconds.

the desired volume to be sampled. The volume will correspond to
the units selected in the Sample Volume Units Selection on the
Sample Setup Screen. The volume value entered will c ontrol the
length of time per sample to achieve the desired sample volum e.

numeric touchpad for the entry of the amount of time the counter
will hold between samples in automatic mode. The entry is made
in Hours:Minutes:Seconds (HH:MM:SS). The maximum Hold
delay time is 99 hours, 59 minutes and 59 seconds.

touchpad for entry of the number of sampling cycles to be taken
at a specific location when the unit is in automatic mode.

Enter ZERO (0000) to activate Continuous S ampling Mode.

Automatic mode or Manual Mode. After making a selection, press
OK to accept and return to the previous page, or select cancel.

Cubic Feet (ft^3), Cubic Meters (m^3) or Liters.

Button

Timing – Delay
Start Time

Timing – Hold
Start Time

Icon

Recipes associated with locat ions wil l be utili zed in place of the
general settings from the Sample Timing Setup screen.

delay before the pump turns on, prior to sampling.

NOTE: The value must be less than the delay time, but
greater than 3 seconds to avoid a pump/laser warning error.

Time determines the amount of time before the pump will turn
back on before the next sample begins.

NOTE: The value must be less than the hold time, but greater
than 3 seconds to avoid a pump/laser warning error.

display to return to main settings screen.

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6-3 Channel Management

Enable Channel:

Each channel can be turned on or off by pressing the

Size

The individual channels (2 - 6) can have their target size

Enable Alarms

Each channel can have an alarm enabled or disabled by

Alarm On

By selecting the Cumulative Mode Icon the Channel Alarm

Channel Alarm

Δ - Differential count, Δft³ - Differential cubic feet,

micrograms per cubic meter,

Channel
Screen

This screen allows for many rich features to be controlled, including enabling or
disabling channels, setting custom channel sizes, enabling or disabling alarms by
channel and the setting of the alarm thresholds. The mass concentration mode may
also be activated to al lo w entry of particle dens ity and refractive index values by
channel.

Management

(micron - µm)

corresponding radio button. When the channel is turned
off all values related to that channel are ignored and will
not be displayed or recorded.

adjusted, by pressing the corresponding Size µm field and
entering the desired value with the numeric keypad.
This feature is also known as variable binning, and is ideal
for focusing on specific, known particle sizes.

pressing the selection button for the channel. The Alarm
Threshold can be entered by pressing this field and
entering a numerical value on the Enter Alarm Threshold
Screen. This displays a numeric touchpad in order to enter
the desired value. Once the value is entered, click ok, or
cancel to return to the Channel Management screen.

Setup Page

Setup Screen is displayed. The Alarm On Threshold
values will correspond to the eight (8) options listed on the
Channel Alarm Setup page.

Δm³ - Differential cubic meter, Σ - Cumulative count,
Σft³ - Cumulative cubic feet, Σm³ - Cumulative cubic

meter, µg/m3 ­or PM - Particle M ass

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6-3 Channel Management (continued)

Mass Mode

The Mass Mode button allows the instrument to display

Density g/ml:

The density of the particles to be measured can be entered

Refractive

The refractive index of the particles to be measured can be

µg/m3

When Mass Concentration Mode is selected, µg/m3 is the

Particle Mass

The column labeled PM shows the total particle mass of

as PM2.5.

Mass Mode
Settings

Enable

Index

Calculation of displayed Values on Main Screen for Mass Concentration Mode

Indicated
Values
Explained

particle count data as calculated particle mass
concentration in weight/volume units. The international SI
unit for mass is (kg/m3), which can be translated to micro
grams per milliliter (µg/ml) This is indicated as an accepted
value for particle mass monitoring for environmental as
well as health & safety applications.

to allow for higher accuracy and correlation to the actual
mass concentration values. To do so, select the numeric
field corresponding to the particle size channel and enter
the desired density value in g/ml with the numeric touch
pad. Press OK or cancel to return to the Channel
Management Screen.

entered in mass concentration mode. To do so, select the
numeric field corresponding to the particle size channel
and enter the desired density refractive index value with
the numeric touch pad. Press OK or cancel to return to the
Channel Management Screen.

measured value in the first column. The mass value for a
channel size is the particle count between that channel and
the next larger channel, calculated using the average
particle size of the two channels. For example, the value in
the 0.50 µm data field represents the mass of all particles
counted between this channel and the next highest
channel, calculated as the mass of a particle that is 0.75
µm.

Indicated
Valued
Explained

particles that are less than the displayed channel size. For
example, the value displayed in the PM column for the

2.5µm channel is the particle mass (µg/m³ column) of all
particles with a size less than 2.5µm, generally referred to

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6-4 Locations & Recipes

Location Auto

When a sample is completed and the instrument is set to

Navigate up or

Navigate with the up and down white arro ws on the right

Move Selected

Move the selected location up or down using the Silver

New Location

Press the New button to create a new location on the

Edit Location

Press the Edit button to modify the location highlighted

Remove Location

Press the Remove button to delete the currently

Pressing the Locations Icon opens the Select Location & Recipes screen. Up to
1000 unique location names can be created. This screen also provides for
Location-specific recipes which utilize preset sample times, delays, hold times,
cycles, etc. Over 50 unique recipes can be created to correspond to any number
of locations.

Select Location &
Recipe Screen

Advance

down through
location list

Location Up /
Down through
List Order

Entry

automatic mode, Pressing this button auto advances to
the next location.

side of the list. The red slider button can also be pressed
and dragged up or down with a stylus or finger to
navigate quickly up and down the list.

and Green up and down arrow buttons on the left side of
the locations list. Locations can be moved in order to
group common areas to be tested for more convenient
selection during setup, prior to a sampling event.

Location list. Selecting this button will display the Enter
Name For New Location screen. Use the touchsc r een
keyboard to enter the name of the new location. Press
OK to return to the previous screen.

on the Location list. Selecting this button will display the
Enter New Name For Location screen. Use the
touchscreen keyboard to modify the name of the existing
location. Press OK to return to the previous screen.

highlighted location.

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6-4 Locations & Recipes (continued)

Use Recipes

Pressing this button displays the Recipes settings

Edit Recipe for

Press the Edit button on lower right hand side of screen

New Recipe Entry

Press the New button to create a new recipe. The Enter

Edit Recipe

Press the Edit button to modify the existing recipe

Remove Recipe

Press the Remove button to delete the recipe that is

Used By Tab

The Used By window displays all locations currently set

portion of the page. By selecting the Location on the left
box, then setting the recipes from the right box, the
location is configur ed with one of 50 possible user­defined sampling setups.

Selected Location

Recipe Information
Appears on Right
Side of Screen

The instructions that follow are related to the illustration on the top of page 36

under recipe setup window, to enter the Recipe setup.

Name For New Recipe screen will appear. Use the
touchscreen keyboard to enter the name of the new
recipe. Press OK to return to the previous screen.

highlighted on the Location list. Press ing this button will
display the Enter New Name For Recipe screen. Use
the touchscreen keyboard to modify the name of the
existing recipe. Press OK to return to the previous
screen.

highlighted on the Location list.

to use the current recipe when sampling.

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6-4 Locations & Recipes (continued)

Edit 1 Tab

The Edit 1 tab allows for the sampling settings, including
be set for that recipe.

minutes and 59 seconds.

minutes and 59 seconds.

per sample to achieve the desired sample volume.

the event.

59 minutes and 59 seconds.

Edit Recipe Tab 1 ­Delay

the delay time, sampling time, cycles and mode that can

Pressing the Delay time box opens the Enter Time
screen. The numeric touchpad is used to enter the
amount of time the counter will wait before starting a
sample in automatic mode.

The entry is made in Hours:Minutes:Seconds
(HH:MM:SS). The maximum delay time is 99 hours, 59

Edit Recipe Tab 1 ­Sample

Edit Recipe Tab 1 ­Volume

Edit Recipe Tab 1 ­Sample or Volume
selection buttons

Edit Recipe Tab 1 ­Hold

Pressing the Sample Button opens the Enter Time
screen with numeric touchpad for the entry of the amount
of time the counter w ill sample in automatic mode.

The entry is made in Hours:Minutes:Seconds
(HH:MM:SS). The maximum sample time is 99 hours, 59

Pressing Volume displa ys the numeric touchpad for the
entry of the desired volume to be sampled. The volume
will correspond to the units selected in the Sample
Volume Units Selection on the Sample Setup Screen.
The volume value entered will control the length of time

Selecting Sample will cause the sample to be time based
on the Sample time value entered. Selecting Volume will
cause the sample to be based on the actual volume of air
sampled to be measured and achieved before finishing

Pressing the Hold Button opens the Enter Time screen
with numeric touchpad for the entry of the amount of time
the counter will hold between samples in automatic
mode.

The entry is made in Hours:Minutes:Seconds
(HH:MM:SS). The maximum Hold delay time is 99 hours,

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6-4 Locations & Recipes (continued)

Edit Recipe Tab 1 ­Cycles

Pressing Cycles displays the Enter Cycles Screen with

Edit Recipe Tab 1 ­Mode

The Mode icon opens the Select Sample Mode page.

Edit Recipe Tab 2 ­Select Channel Alarm

Select the channels to activate the alarm threshold values

Back Arrow Icon

Press back to last screen arrow on bottom left corner of

numeric touchpad for entry of the number of sampling
cycles to be taken at a specific location w hen the un it is in
automatic mode.

Enter ZERO (0000) to activate Continuous S ampling
Mode.

Select Automatic mode or Manual Mode. After making a
selection, press OK to accept and return to the previous
page, or select cancel.

set in the Channel Management Screen.

the display to return to the last screen, repeat this action
to return to the settings screen or twice to return to the
main home screen.

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6-5 Configuration

Language

Select and highlight the language to be used with your

Store Partial

Select this option to save values from a prematurely ended

Alarm

During an alarm, the visual alarm bell and the audible

Enable

Selecting this option to allow annotations (notes) to be

Number Format

This selection box allows for setting the number formats:

Factory Restore

This option will display the Factory Restore screen. Use this

USB Icon

When a USB Thumb drive or mass storage device is

Pressing this Icon opens the Configuration screen. Various parameters can be set
from this page including language settings, USB configuration save options, and
factory restore to default parameters.

Configuration Screen

device. English is the Default.

Samples

Acknowledge

Annotations

sampling. If this option is left unchecked, the Instrument will
ignore partial sampling events.

sounder will continue to sound until the alarm bell icon is
pressed when this option selected. If this option is not
selected, then the alarm sounder and visual alarm indicator
will function normally. Once the next sampling cycle starts
(in automatic mode) the alarm indications will reset
themselves.

entered on to the sample record while it is taking place, or
after the fact in the records history. These notes will be
included in downloaded record data. If this is unchecked, the
feature is disabled.

1,000.0 - 1.000,0 - 1 000,0

screen to restore Locations and Recipes, User Settings, and
Retain Language Settings. You must hit the Confirm button
to enact this feature.

plugged into the USB host port on the Air Quality Monitor,
the USB Configuration Save/Load Icon appears on the right
side of the main Configuration screen. The Configuration
Load/Save feature allows for saving the current
configuration, including Recipes, locations and settings,
from the instrument to the thumb drive. The feature can be
used to restore the saved configuration back to any other
Setra Systems handheld Air Quality Monitor.

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6-5 Configuration (continued)

Settings to

Use the two check boxes to select Locations and Recipes or

Load Settings

This button initiates the loading of a previously saved settings

Save Settings

This button will save the current configuration settings to the

back arrow Icon

Press the back to last screen arrow on bottom left corner of

Automatic Printing

Selecting this option gives additional options to choose if
'On Alarm'

Include in Printout

Select each item of information to include with printed

Configuration
Load/Save Screen

Load/Save

6-6 Printer Setup

This screen allows for the configuration of your printing options.

User Settings for loading or saving with the USB thumb drive.

configuration into the current instrument.

attached thumb drive or mass storage device.

the display to return to the previous screen

the particle counter will print automatically 'On Sample' or

values and reports

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6-7 Communication

Wi-Fi

The Air Quality Monitor can support an optional Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi SSID

Selecting this button allows for the entry of the name of the

Wi-Fi Password

Selecting this button allows for the entry of the password

these characters

Ethernet

The Air Quality Monitor can support Ethernet RJ-45
connection to a network for communications.

IP Address, Subnet

Enter in the IP address for the device for your network,

USE DHCP

Specifying this will allow the device to obtain an IP

The instrument has multiple modes of communication for uploading or downloading
data or configurations for operation. The modes of communication are Ethernet,
RS485, RS232, USB Host or Client, and Optional Wi-fi Communications.

Communications
Screen

Communication

Mask, & Gateway

Wi-fi Settings Screen

the Subnet mask and gateway for your router. A numeric
keypad will be displayed for entering these values.

address, subnet mask and gateway information from the
router automatically

communications module. If this is to be used select this
radio button, and input the IP address, Subnet Mask, and
Gateway. A numeric keypad will be disp layed for entering
these values.

wireless router or network ID in order to connect to that
router wirelessly. A keyboard will be displayed to allow for
entry of these characters (This is case sensitive)

needed to access the wireless router on the network to be
used. A keyboard will be displayed to allow for entry of

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6-7 Communication (continued)

Modbus Address

Enter in the Modbus address for the device for your

TCP Port

Enter in the TCP Port for the device for your network; A

TCP

Enter in the TCP Configuration Port address for the device

Mode

Choose either ASCII, RTU or TCP

Baud

Select baud rate - 9600 / 19,200 / 38,400 / 57,600 /

Parity

Select Parity - Odd / Even / None

Register Set

Choose which register set to be communicated to your

Link Timeout

Setting the Link Timeout to 0 disables the timeout function.

event that the connection gets dropped

Modbus Settings
Screen

network; A numeric keypad will be displayed for entering
these values.

numeric keypad will be displayed for entering these values.

Configuration
Port

IMPORTANT
NOTE:

for your network; A numeric keypad will be displayed for
entering these values.

115,200

network or monitoring system.

Setting to some non-zero value sets up a timeout duration
for the link so that more than this duration occurs from the
last received Modbus message (or from initial setup of the
link) the instrument connection will be reset and re-opened
in anticipation of the next message. This is intended to
reset connections through external routers or the like in the

The Setra Systems MODBUS register map can be found in
the Appendix at the back of this manual. Other Register
Maps to match your current system configuration are
available on request.

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6-8 Environment

Enable Alarms

Selecting the enable alarm function for Temperature or

Low Threshold

The low threshold value fields allow for the low threshold to

High Threshold

The High Threshold value fields allow for the high threshold

Units

This section allows for selection of metric or standard

The Environment screen allows for the setting of the temperature, humidity and
barometric pressure units, and to allow the instrument to activate an alarm
associated with the sensors.

Environment
Setting Screen

Relative Humidity will allow the instrument to indicate if a
low or high threshold for either environmental parameter is
exceeded or dropped below the minimum set threshold.

6-9 Passwords

The Password Setup Screen allows for the secure operation of the instrument by
authorized users, and configuration and setup changes by administrators in
accordance with 21 CFR 11.

Password Setup
Screen

be entered for either temperature, relative humidity, or
both. When the field is selected a numeric keypad appears
allowing for the values to be entered and saved.

to be entered for either temperature, relative humidity, or
both. When the field is selected a numeric keypad appears
allowing for the values to be entered and saved.

values for temperature and barometric pressure.

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6-9 Passwords (continued)

Admin Password

Selecting this radio button activates the administrative

Admin Password -

The two password entry fields allow for the password to be

User Password

Selecting this radio button activates the user password

User Password -

The two password entry fields allow for the password to be

Password

Password timeout is the length of time in minutes there is

Lock Now

The lock now icon puts the instrument immediately to the

IMPORTANT

At any time during the operation of the Air Quality Monitor,

If at any time the administrative password is lost or

password function for 21 CFR 1 compliance preventing any
settings, time/date, or configurations to be changed by
lower level users.

New Password /
Confirm New
Password

New Password /
Confirm New
Password

Timeout

NOTES

entered and saved. By selecting these fields it will bring up
an alpha-numeric keyboard allowing for the user to enter a
new administrator password. The default administrator
password from the factory is 4321

function preventing any unauthorized use of the Air Quality
Monitor. User level access allows for using the instrument
in its current configuration, and saving samples.

entered and saved. By selecting these fields it will bring up
an alpha-numeric keyboard allowing for the user to enter a
new user level password. The default user password from
the factory is 1234

no activity on the Air Quality Monitor. If the unit is operating
and inactive for more than the amount of time entered, the
next operation will require a User or Administrator
password to continue. The default is 5 minutes.

password enter screen. No activity is possible without
entering the password to unlock the instrument.

while passwords are active, the administrative password
can be entered even if the user password is being
requested. This will cause the unit to allow all
administrative access to features, settings and
configuration changes screens.

forgotten, you can call Setra Systems for a
temporary password that will be valid only for that
day the password is requested. This is a unique
password that will automatically expire at the end of
the day it is issued.

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6-10 Clear All Samples

Confirmation

By selecting the Clear Samples Icon in the Settings Screen,

This is found in the Sampling Setup Screen - All records on the instrument can be
cleared with this function. CAUTION – This is not reversible and all data will be lost.
Back up all data to a PC or USB Memory device before using this function.

Screen

7-1 Power Management

The instrument utilizes advanced power management functions that are unique to
Setra Systems. Please be certain to read the battery and power safety instructions at
the beginning of this manual.

Power Management
Screen

the confirmation screen will appear asking if the request
should be completed. Selecting Yes will delete all recorded
samples. Selecting No returns the display to the settings
screen.

AC Adapter Icon This Icon is visible when the instrument is plugged into AC

mains power and pressing this icon brings you to the Power
management screen. The 5301/5302-AQM will not show a
battery present, only AC power settings.

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7-1 Power Management (continued)

Battery Level

This icon also allows for access to the Power Management

Icon

The battery power level icon will display differently depending

The Power Level Indication is displayed as follows:

Remaining

(0 to 100%) - this is the percent of battery life left for this

Estimated Idle

(hours:minutes) - this is the amount of time in hours and

Estimated

(hours:minutes) - this is the amount of time in hours and

Remaining

This is a percent indication of the total life left on this battery

On AC Power

When Selected, all dimming timers, sleep mode timers and

On Battery

When Selected, all dimming timers, sleep mode timers and

Sleep Between

Selecting this button activates the feature for power down

Indicator/Icon

Charge

Time

Sampling Time

Battery Life

screen, and also serves as a visual indication of the battery’s
power level

on the amount of battery power that is left in a percentage
(20% to 100%)

100% 80% 60% 40% 20%

current charge displayed as a percent

minutes left for this current battery charge if the unit remains in
the on power state, and without sampling.

minutes left for this current battery charge if the unit is on, the
pump is running and the unit is sampling.

pack during the life of the battery. This is useful for monitoring
when to replace your power cells.

Option

Option

Samples

screen brightness bar settings will be valid when the unit is
plugged into mains power using the AC adapter.

screen brightness bar settings will be vali d when the unit is not
attached to mains power and operating on the removable
internal batteries.

operation to conserve battery life. A timer window will appear,
allowing for the input value of the amount of time, after
completing a sample, before the system will go to sleep. This
value is input by selecting the time input window box. This will
bring up the numeric keypad allowing for the input, in seconds
from 30 to 65,535 seconds. After entering value press ok to
return to last screen. (Please note that the minimum time
possible for the sleep mode will be 30 seconds, and if sampling
delay time is also selected, that time is automatically added to
this value.)

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7-1 Power Management (continued)

Sleep When Idle

Selecting this button activates the timer box for this option to

Dim Screen

Selecting this button allows the instrument to save power by

Brightness

Selecting the slider green vertical cross bar, move the slider to

Shutdown Icon

Power down the instrument through the interface immediately

Back Arrow Icon

Press back to last screen arrow on bottom left corner of the

Volume

By selecting the icon a volume slider control appears. Select the

value of the volume level appears at the bottom of the slider.

Option

When Idle

Select Slider

count the number of seconds after the unit is idle, with no
activity, to go into sleep mode conserving battery power.
The amount of time to wait before going to sleep is entered by
selecting the time input window box. This will bring up the
numeric keypad allowing for the input of the idle time value, in
seconds from 1 to 65,535 seconds. After entering the value
press ok to return to last screen. (Please note that the default
value is 120 seconds.)

dimming the display brightness after the touch screen is not
pressed for the selected time. The amount of time to wait
before dimming the screen is entered by selecting the tim e
input window box for this option. This will bring up the numeric
keypad allowing for the input of the wait to dim screen when
idle time value, in seconds, from 20 to 65535 seconds. After
entering the value press ok to return to last screen. (Please
note that the default value is 20 seconds.)

the left to decrease and to the right to increase the screen
brightness.

with this icon. The instrument can also be turned off from the
power switch on the handle.

display to return to main home screen.

8-1 Volume Controls

Control Icon

bar on the slider and increase or decrease the volume.
Decreasing the slider to zero mutes the speaker. A numerical

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9-1 Instrument Management Software (IMS)

Load/Install

To load the Setra S ystem s Communication Software, install the

Start Software

Use the Setra Systems IMS Icon in the program folder or from

Connection

When the instrument is connected to the PC by the provided

detected.

The Air Quality Monitor also includes a PC based software utility that allows for the
remote access to download data, field calibration for sensors, upload firmware
updates, remote diagnostics direct to a service technician, and Real-Time Graphing
remotely controlling the instrument over a USB or Ethernet Cable.

Please note that detailed instructions for the use of the IMS software are
contained in the IMS Software Manual

to PC

provided thumb drive in to your PC with the W indows (7™, 8™
and 10™) operating system. Open the thumb drive folder and
select the web installer application file. Follow the ins ta llation
prompts. Allow permissions with your PC and virus protection
software during the installation process.

the desktop to start the program.

Indication

USB cable, and the software has successfully linked with the
device, a Green USB Connection indication will appear on the
bottom left side of the program window. A No Connection
indication will be displayed when no device is connected or

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Access your Air

The Setra Systems Air Quality Monitors can host and provide a

screen

The instrument can have the sampling started, and stopped, It

corresponding icons.

enter that into any device browser to access the remote screen.

10-1 Air Quality Monitor Host Mode – Remote Monitor and Operation

Quality Monitor
from a web
browser from
any PC, Tablet or
smartphone

browser based remote operation interface session. With
advanced processing there can be many remote access
sessions taking place concurrently with the unit still operating
and recording samples. This is achieved through a built in web
server software. This allows for direct communication through a
local intranet (connected by Ethernet or Wi-Fi), using the
instrument’s IP address found in the communications setup

provides a full visual indication of the home page display, the +

The Functions of
Remote Web
Based Operation.

Connecting
using Ethernet or
Wi-Fi

Note: the URL address is the IP address that the DHCP Router assigned to the Air Quality Monitor. You

can also provide a static IP address for the device through the communications setup screen and with
access to your router’s administrative functions to set a static IP in the client tables.

& - keys can allow the remote user to scroll through and select
different locations to utilize; The Units can be changed from
Count, to CNT/M3, CNT/F3, or µg/m3. The value columns for
cumulative or differential can be turned on and off using the

The instrument must be placed in Ethernet or optional Wi-Fi
mode to allow for this feature, and the unit must also be
connected to a working router on the same network as the PC.
In the Communications Setup page, select apply settings with
the use DHCP button selected, and the unit will automatically
display the router issued settings to allow connection. Use that
IP address that is saved on the Communication page, and

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Appendix – A

The MODBUS Register Map can be found on the USB memory stick as a separate PDF document file.

Appendix – B

The environmental sensors including Temperature, Humidity, CO2 and TVOC (for 7302 version) can be
logged separately without running the pump or laser for the particulate monitoring. To enable only
environmental sensor data logging, simply disable the 6 particle channels in the Channel Management
Setup Screen found in Section 6-3 (page 33). You will be asked if you want to enter in to Environmental
Mode only. After selecting OK, all values will be recor ded for the duration of the sample time upon
starting a sample.

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11-1 Returns

When returning a product to Setra Systems, the material should be carefully packaged and shipped prepaid to:

Setra Systems, Inc.
159 Swanson Road
Boxborough, MA 01719-1304
Attn.: Repair Department

To assure prompt handling, please refer to return instructions at the following URL:

http://www.setra.com/tra/repairs/cal_rep.htm.

12-1 Warranty and limitation of liability

SETRA warrants its products to be free from defects in materials and workmanship, subject to the following terms
and conditions: Without charge, SETRA will repair or replace products found to be defective in materials or
workmanship within the warranty period; provided that:

a) the product has not been subjected to abuse, neglect, accident, incorrect wiring not our own,
improper installation or servicing, or use in violation of instructions furnished by SETRA;
b) the product has not been repaired or altered by anyone except SETRA or its authorized service
agencies;
c) the serial number or date code has not been removed, defaced, or otherwise changed; and
d) examination discloses, in the judgment of SETRA, the defect in materials or workmanship
developed under normal installation, use and service;
e) SETRA is notified in advance of and the product is returned to SETRA transportation prepaid.

Unless otherwise specified in a manual or warranty card, or agreed to in writing and signed by a SETRA officer,
SETRA pressure, humidity, and acceleration products shall be warranted for one year from date of sale.

The foregoing warranty is in lieu of all warranties, express, implied or statutory, including but not limited to, any
implied warranty of merchantability for a particular purpose.

SETRA’s liability for breach of warranty is limited to repair or replacement, or if the goods cannot be repaired or
replaced, to a refund of the purchase price. In no instance shall SETRA be liable for incidental or consequential
damages arising from a breach of warranty, or from the use or installation of its products.

No representative or person is authorized to give any warranty other than as set out above or to assume for SETRA
any other liability in connection with the sale of its products.

For all CE technical questions, contact Setra Systems, USA. EU customers may contact our EU representative
Hengstler GmbH, Uhlandstr 49, 78554 Aldingen, Germany (Tel: [phone]; Fax: [phone]).

This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio i nt erfer ence in which
case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

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Setra Systems, Inc.

159 Swanson Road, Boxborough, MA 01719

SS-SPCMN-24018P Rev. A 02/2018

800.257.3872 • www.setra.com