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Radon Scout Plus

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The Radon Scout and the Radon Scout PLUS (with display) are accurate, rugged and easy-to-use continuous radon monitors for professional use. The Scout is well-suited for both short-term and long-term measurement of radon gas. It is an ideal radon data logger for both radon screening and for mitigation work.

The Scout is used with a computer (Windows7 Vista or XP) for data retrieval and analysis

using the supplied Radon Vision Software. Except for the RUN/STOP switch, it has no user controls. All setup, measurement and data transfer functions are handled by the Radon Vision Software.

The Scout does not need line power. It will operate more than 90 days on fresh alkaline batteries.

Applications

Radon Testing:
Accurately measure radon gas levels. Determine if radon levels are above or below recommended guidelines. In a radon inspection at school or commercial building, measure radon during occupied and unoccupied portions of the day. You can quickly determine the relation between the average radon level and the radon present during occupied times.
Radon Mitigation:
As the mitigation job progresses, monitor indoor radon levels to suggest mitigation strategy. Measure hourly radon levels during the full time that you are on-site, and for two days after completion. Analysis is fast and easy with the Radon Vision software. Select areas of interest (AOI) at the beginning, at different stages during the remediation and at completion to verify the mitigation’s effectiveness.

The Scout uses a solid state alpha decay sensor for radon gas that is not affected by temperature, humidity, radon daughters, aircurrents or gamma radiation levels to ensure accurate and repeatable results. It uses instrument-grade sensors to continually record environmental parameters. This helps ensure test validity and helps in interpreting the results.

Specifications

• Output Reading: Radon gas concentration (Rn-222)
• Measurement Type: Continuous radon monitor (crm)
• Sampling Method: Passive air diffusion
• Detector: Solid state alpha detector, ion-implanted silicon
• Dynamic Range: 0 to 10 MBq/m³
• Units: Bq/m³ or pCi/L (selectable)
• Sensitivity: 0.108 CPH per Bq/m³ nominal (4 CPH per pCi/L)
• Accuracy: +/-10%
• Response Time: 120 minutes to 95% of final value
• Tamper Detection: Tilt monitor 2 G to detect movement
• Controls: RUN/STOP switch with lock-out control
• Time: Internal real-time clock
• Power Supply: 2 x D-cell batteries (Alkaline, NiCd or NiMH)
• Low-Battery Indicator: Flashing red LED
• Battery Life: 90 days using alkaline batteries
• Line power: 120 V 60 Hz using AC adapter
• Size: 175 x 135 x 55 mm
• Weight: 800 g (1.75 lb.) (including battery)
• Calibration Certificate: Included. Annual re-calibration is recommended.
• NRSB Listed, Device Code 31820

Environmental Sensors

• Relative Humidity: 10% to 90%, +/-2%
• Temperature: - 20° to 40° C, +/- 0.3° C
• Barometric Pressure: 800 to 1200 mbar, 0.5% non-linearity

Two Versions are Available

Radon Scout

Radon Scout PLUS

Sampling Interval	1 or 3 hour	1 to 255 minutes
Maximum Sampling Intervals	672	2047
Data recording time with 3-hour sampling interval	84 days	255 days
Display	None	Alternates each minute between two display screens showing: Average radon during last hour, error percentage, time, barometric pressure, temperature, relative humidity, battery voltage, average radon during entire test, date and time started, elapsed time in current interval, interval length, number of intervals elapsed.
Environmental Sensors	Relative humidity, temperature	Relative humidity, temperature, barometric pressure

Radon Vision Software DATA SCREEN

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Software Features

Easy to setup and download data
Interactive graphical display – zoom, pan, fit, data-cursor, marker for tilt and start of a new measurement
Data export in ASCII characters for EXCEL format. Direct reading by EXCEL
Printed reports with space for user comments
Average radon concentration and exposure
Data smoothing
Select areas of interest for calculating the average radon level
Automatic file names and folder structure
Simple intuitive user interface
Automatic instrument detection
Create PDF files of the reports.

The computer needs to have an available USB or 9-pin serial socket.

Included with the Radon Scout:

• Radon Scout (or Radon Scout PLUS) data logger
• Radon Vision software disk, version 4, for Windows 7, Vista, XP
• 9-pin serial cable, with USB adapter
• Batteries
• Calibration certificate
• Instruction manual
• Radon QA/QC plan
• 5 sets of:
- RADON - A Guide for Canadian Homeowners
- Home Buyers and Sellers Guide

9-pin Serial Cable

USB Adapter

Optional Items

AC adapter
Tripod adapter clamp

Tamper resistant case

AC Adapter

Tamper Resistant Carry Case

Tripod Adapter Clamp

AC Adapter
When using the AC Adapter, the Scout will continue operating from the D-cell batteries, without any data loss, if the line power is interrupted.

The Scout does not need line power. It will operate more than 90 days on fresh alkaline batteries. If the batteries are allowed to discharge, measurement will stop but no collected data will be lost.