HazSim Pro 2.0, User Manual

Page 1: ...HazSim Pro 2 0 User Manual 10 18 2019 V2 1 HazSim LLC PO Box 3642 Palos Verdes CA 90274 310 997 9030 0 ...

Page 2: ... Questions 4 Advanced Features 4 1 Editing Alarms 4 2 Editing and Creating Meters 4 3 Editing and Creating Questions 4 4 Tag Feature 4 5 Operating Multiple Handhelds 5 Maximizing Range 5 1 Positioning of LAN 5 2 Training Area Obstacles 6 Training Scenarios 7 Troubleshooting 7 1 Connection Issues 7 2 HazSim Software Not Loading 7 3 Signal Loss Interference 7 4 Battery Issues 7 4 1 Power Button Stic...

Page 3: ... HazSim Server Convertible laptop tablet with touch screen is used by the instructor to control the HazSim handheld meter The server can be used with the keyboard in laptop mode or flipped closed and used as a tablet for more portability When turned on the server should automatically boot up to the HazSim program In instances where the server may have not been shut down properly after it s previou...

Page 4: ...e LAN can become any meter chosen by the instructor on the server The HazSim has a power on off button as well as A and B answer buttons The unit also has a touch screen which can be used in lieu of the buttons for answering questions as well as used to confirm power off of the unit The HazSim also includes a confined space probe attachment point HazSim Handheld Screen Figure 2 Off Black screen no...

Page 5: ...xtend the LAN from power source rather than an extension power cord For other ways to maximize range see section 5 Maximizing Range Figure 3 Setting up the LAN 2 HazSim Server Open the laptop and press the power button on the side The system will automatically log in and open the HazSim server software If you were already using the system and had closed the program simply re open by clicking the d...

Page 6: ...onfined space probe simply plug the hose end to the attachment port at the end of the HazSim To detach pull sleeve back on hose end and gently pull Figure 5 Power button for HazSim handheld Figure 6 Confined Space Probe attachment point Always remove probe for storage 2 2 Turning Off the System To turn the LAN off carefully unplug the device To turn the HazSim server off press the windows logo on ...

Page 7: ...e Meter Selection Window Figure 8 This is where you select which meter you will use for training If the Meter Selection Window does not appear after start up refer to the Troubleshooting Section 7 If a second handheld is connected it will appear beside the first meter They will be labeled Client 0 and Client 1 Figure 9 Select by clicking the desired meter using either the cursor or touch screen Th...

Page 8: ...on the client If you tap the green dot to stop broadcasting the dot turns red Then when you change the meter to a different type the server will begin broadcasting again and the dot turns green Figure 8 Meter Selection Window with meter options Figure 9 Meter Selection Window with 2 handhelds connected 7 ...

Page 9: ...ting creating a meter See section 4 Advanced Features Norm returns the individual sensor to it s normal reading and Norm all returns all sensors to normal To change meters simply select the black meter icon in the top of the meter control screen and a previous list of meters will show Select a new meter from the list and the HazSim will change to the selected meter Note to instructors Take care to...

Page 10: ... gas Tag The Tag feature allows the instructor to type any notes significant to a training event Type in the box then click the three dots The note will be saved and timestamped to the evolution Select Question By pressing the Select Question button on the Meter Control Window you will be prompted to select a question to deliver to the student To create or edit questions see Section 4 5 Editing an...

Page 11: ... instructor know the desired answer before giving the question The system does not have the ability to know all of the variables in the scenario that would complete a correct answer For example a student may be asked Is the environment safe for your PPE while entering a toxic atmosphere The correct answer would rely on what level of dress the student is wearing thus the system cannot automatically...

Page 12: ...ing goes past the value entered For example if you want to have your device alarm at 10 LEL you will be required to set the alarm at 9 LEL The same applies for the oxygen sensor If the desired minimum alarm is 19 5 O2 the alarm will have to be set at 19 6 O2 To edit 1 Click on advanced features menu see Figure 15 2 Click on edit Alarm 3 Find the desired meter sensor see Figure 16 4 Edit the Alarm ...

Page 13: ...lowing these simple steps 4 2 1 To edit a meter 1 Click on the Advanced Features menu see Figure 15 2 Click on Edit Meters 3 Select a Meter Set see Figure 17 4 Select the Meter sensor to edit 5 Edit the Meter see Figure 11 on page 9 for definitions 6 To delete a meter sensor delete EVERY entry within the said meter sensor In other words ensure all fields from Label to Max Value are EMPTY Then simp...

Page 14: ...arbon monoxide etc To add a Meter set To discard a Meter set Label How it will appear on the HazSim Example O2 for oxygen sensor Type Describe the type of scale Options Standard Exponential Calculated Bar Standard for PPM PPB and etc which changes in numerical increments as a regular gas Exponential for radiation raises in large increments and can auto scale to change to larger units Ex uR hr to m...

Page 15: ...HazSim Figure 19 Definitions for creating a meter Note to instructors You can use uneven increment jump increment values to make your readings more realistic For example an increment of 6 ppm and a jump increment of 15 ppm for CO or an increment of 7 ppm and a jump increment of 75 ppm for a PID 4 2 4 Exponential Meter Edit An exponential meter is used for radiation detector simulation and allows f...

Page 16: ... need to create at least one meter in this group that is standard or exponential 4 Next create the meter name for the calculated meter 5 Give it a label 6 From the Type dropdown select Calculated 7 In the Units key in the appropriate units for the meter 8 In the calculation box key in the formula When referencing the other meter from step 4 place the name of the other meter in curly brackets e g R...

Page 17: ...Calculated meter displayed on HazSim for Cs137 4 2 6 Chemical Weapons Bar Graph Meter Edit The chemical weapons meter is already programmed in the system for G B and Vx The bar graph changes from green to yellow to red similar to front line chemical weapons detectors When editing this meter each bar represents an increment of 4 See the table below for basic WMD meter set up Figure 21 WMD meter sho...

Page 18: ... each meter i e B Vx Type Bar Units ppm Precision 1 Bounce 0 0 Norm Value 0 0 Increment 4 0 Jump Increment 8 0 Min Value 0 0 Max Value 24 0 Figure 23 Set up for WMD meter as shown in Figure 21 Label PH3 Type Standard Units ppm Precision 1 Bounce 0 0 Norm Value 0 0 17 ...

Page 19: ... on edit questions 3 Select or Add a Question Set 4 Name the new question in the New Question field on the left of the screen For editing select a question in the list and it will appear highlighted in yellow 5 Write the question in the top right field 6 Write the answers in the fields below Hazsim recommend a maximum of 2 answers 7 Select the correct answer by clicking the check mark The selected...

Page 20: ...To add a question set To discard a question set Figure 26 Selecting a question set Figure 27 Creating a new question 19 ...

Page 21: ... the evolution use the drop down list and choose Log Viewer The log viewer is saved for the date and time of the evolution and is specific to each meter if using more than one Use the drop down menu to select date and client student The tags display as icons on the Log Viewer On a laptop open the Log Viewer select the session then hover over the icons at the top of the chart On mouse hover the tex...

Page 22: ...Figure 29 Tag field on the Meter Control Window 21 ...

Page 23: ... viewer screen includes graph of meter readings over time with each gas sensor displayed as a different color Figure 31 Icon for incorrect answer by student Figure 32 Icon for when alarm is activated on Client 0 22 ...

Page 24: ...ssion In general if the instructor can see the LAN and the LAN can see the students holding the HazSim the range should be good If you are training in an area with thick concrete or steel several feet below grade reinforced vaults or reinforced ships then additional equipment may be required Consult a HazSim representative 5 1 Positioning of LAN Raising the LAN to a height which has an overview of...

Page 25: ...tivity throughout the training site 7 1 Connection Issues If the system does not connect review the quick set up section If still no connection Ensure the handheld and server are charged Ensure the CAT5 cable is connected to the POE connection on the LAN Reset the LAN by unplugging and repowering in the sequence recommended in the quick setup guide 1 Power the LAN 2 Power on the Instructor Server ...

Page 26: ...ndheld Will Not Charge First see above regarding sticky power button Second ensure charging cable is properly plugged in Third ensure charging source has proper capabilities for the 12 watt USB and 2 5A charger provided 7 4 3 Charging Time HazSim recommends the student handhelds be charged overnight the night before any training for at least 8 hours Attempting to change the battery in HazSim Handh...

Page 27: ...t green and red light from housing Handheld is plugged in and charging HazSim A B button unresponsive The first instance of the button press upon start up might not be responsive however if pressed the second or any consecutive times after the button should respond Alternatively the handheld screen is touch screen and can also be used Program loading time Launching the program may take several sec...