HI-PE Multizone Plus Operator Manual --- Code: FI057GB60Kv1_110

METAL DETECTOR

HI-PE Multizone Plus

Operator Manual

ATTENTION
Read this manual carefully before operating the device. Keep this booklet in a safe
place for future reference.

Rev.: Program Version: Date:

FI057GB60Kv1_110 T8RC 0120 2009-06-04
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REVISION RECORD
REVISION DATE OF REVISION
NO. REVISION ENTERED BY DESCRIPTION
1 2008-07-23 DTP-BC First release
1.100 2008-11-26 DTP-BC New sequence of the arguments.
1.110 2009-06-04 DTP-BC Metal Type Indication

TABLE OF CONTENTS
REVISION RECORD..............................................................................................................................................2
WARRANTY ...........................................................................................................................................................3
SECTION 1 - USE AND SAFETY INFORMATION ................................................................................................3
1.1 General warnings.......................................................................................................................................3
1.2 Correct and Forbidden Use of the Device – Operating Limits...................................................................3
1.3 Medical Safety Warnings ...........................................................................................................................3
1.4 Use warnings .............................................................................................................................................4
1.5 Maintenance warnings...............................................................................................................................4
1.6 Harmlessness to Magnetic Media .............................................................................................................4
SECTION 2 - DESCRIPTION OF THE WALK-THROUGH METAL DETECTOR..................................................5
2.1 Purpose of the Walk-through Metal Detector ............................................................................................5
2.2 General Description ...................................................................................................................................5
2.2.1 Electronics Unit..........................................................................................................................................6
2.2.2 Archway .....................................................................................................................................................7
2.2.3 Detection Ready Signaling Device ............................................................................................................8
2.2.4 Power Supply Adapter ...............................................................................................................................8
2.2.5 MBSU-1 Main Battery Power Unit (ACCESSORY) ...................................................................................9
2.2.6 Alarm volume adjustment Chip card (ACCESSORY) ...............................................................................9
2.2.7 Alarm tone adjustment Chip card (ACCESSORY) ....................................................................................9
SECTION 3 – OPERATION AND USE OF THE WALK-THROUGH METAL DETECTOR .................................10
3.1 Using the walk-through Metal Detector ...................................................................................................10
3.1.1 General Notes..........................................................................................................................................10
3.1.2 Sources of interference............................................................................................................................12
3.1.3 Screener operations .................................................................................................................................12
3.1.4 Operator Controls and Indicators ...........................................................................................................13
3.2 Power on sequence .................................................................................................................................14
3.3 Walk-through Metal Detector functionality test ("OFV - Operational Functionality Verification") ............15
3.4 Signals from the walk-through Metal Detector during operation .............................................................17
3.4.1 Optional signals .......................................................................................................................................19
3.4.2 Operating Features summary ..................................................................................................................20
3.5 Adjustments .............................................................................................................................................21
3.5.1 Alarm volume and tone adjustment by means of a chip card..................................................................21
3.5.2 Alarm volume adjustment - Manual operation ........................................................................................22
3.5.3 Alarm tone adjustment - Manual operation..............................................................................................22
3.6 Switching off of the walk-through Metal Detector ....................................................................................22
SECTION 4 - MAINTENANCE .............................................................................................................................23
4.1 Suggested Maintenance Schedule..........................................................................................................23
4.2 Self diagnosis messages summary .........................................................................................................24

CEIA reserves the right to make changes, at any moment and without notice, to the models (including programming), their
accessories and optionals, to the prices and conditions of sale.
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WARRANTY
The warranty on all CEIA products, extended to the period agreed with the Sales Department, is applicable to goods
supplied from our factory, and for every constituent part thereof, with the exception of the batteries and the card
reader. Any form of tampering with the device, and in particular opening its container, is strictly forbidden and will invalidate
the warranty.

Customer Satisfaction Report

Your suggestions and comments on the products and services offered by CEIA and its distribution network are
extremely important for improving our procedures. We would ask you to send them to us by compiling and
returning the form available:
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Thank you for your kind interest and co-operation.

SECTION 1 - USE AND SAFETY INFORMATION

1.1 General warnings

• CEIA cannot be held responsible for any damage resulting from procedures which are not expressly indicated
in this manual or from any lack of attention, either partial or total, of the procedures described therein.
• Read this manual carefully before installing, operating or carrying out maintenance on the device.
Keep the manual in a safe place for future reference, and in perfect condition.
Follow the instructions contained in this manual for all operations relating to use of the device• All
personnel operating with or performing operations on the device must have an adequate preparation and
shall know the procedures described in this manual.
• Any modification to the configuration setup by CEIA is forbidden and voids all warranties and certifications.
• This manual must accompany the device described therein in the case of change of ownership, and until
the device is broken up.

1.2 Correct and Forbidden Use of the Device – Operating Limits

Correct use: A walk-through Metal Detector is a unit that reacts to the metal masses present on a person's
body. As part of the normal screening process, people are required to walk through the detector archway. A
complete analysis requires a complete passage through the archway.
Forbidden use: Any use different from that described in this manual is forbidden.

Operating limits
Power supply 100…240V ~, -10/+15%, 47…63 Hz, 40 VA
Installation category (IEC61010-1) II
Pollution degree (IEC61010-1) 2
Protection degree (IEC60529) IP20
Operating Temperature -20…+70°C
Storage Temperature -35…+70°C
Relative Humidity 0 – 95%, non-condensing.
Maximum Altitude 5000m

1.3 Medical Safety Warnings

Compliance with standards for human exposure to electromagnetic fields
CEIA Metal Detectors comply with regulatory requirements for human exposure to electromagnetic fields. CEIA
submits its devices to testing by bodies qualified to check compliance with the emission limits of the main
standards currently in force, which are listed in the section “Conformity to Regulations – Human Exposure to
Electromagnetic Fields” (documentation available on request).

General information on use

The electromagnetic field emitted by CEIA devices is extremely weak, with an amplitude comparable with that
of the earth. However, CEIA cannot exclude the possibility that there may be medical devices which impose
special restrictions on use. Any recommendation or directive issued by medical personnel or medical
equipment manufacturers relating to electromagnetic fields must therefore be implemented. If for any reason a
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person about to pass through the detector shows fear or refuses to undergo the inspection, it is recommended
that the inspection be carried out using an alternative method.
For further information on standard procedures to be followed for inspection of people with implanted medical
devices using a Metal Detector, please consult the ASTM F2401-04 standard “Standard Practice for Security
Checkpoint Metal Detector Screening of Persons with Medical Devices” or other relevant directives.

CEIA is not responsible for direct or indirect harm to people or things due to incorrect use of the Metal
Detector.

1.4 Use warnings

• The final user is responsible for selecting the appropriate security level/sensitivity for their application.
After this selection has been made, and programming has been adjusted accordingly, it is also the final
user's responsibility to verify calibration using the test object(s) appropriate to the level of security
selected. Additionally, this test should be carried out periodically to insure no changes have occurred in
the equipment. Reference Standards on this argument include documents ASTM C 1270-97 and ASTM C
1309-97.
• The final user is responsible for determining and implementing the appropriate inspection procedures and
for the training of personnel involved in carrying them out.
• The information contained in this manual is provided only as a technical reference for use and
maintenance, and does not contain operational procedures. For further information on standard procedures to
be followed for inspection of people using a Metal Detector, please consult the guidelines entitled “The Appropriate
and Effective Use of Security Technologies in U.S. Schools“ by the National Institute of Justice or other relevant
directives.
• Handle the device with care and without excessive force during use.
• In case of damage to the Power Supply Unit, input and output cables included, the unit should be returned to a
CEIA qualified Technical Assistance Centre or directly to CEIA Headquarters for proper repair or replacement. Do
not open, tamper with or attempt to repair the power supply unit or any other part of the device.
• If the device is stored for a long period in temperatures outside the operating range, wait for the temperature of the
detector to come back within that range before switching on
• Whenever there is any suggestion that the level of protection has been reduced, the device should be taken out of
service and secured against any possibility of unintentional use, and authorised service technicians should be
called.
The level of protection is considered to have been reduced when:
- the device shows visible signs of deterioration;
- the device does not operate correctly;
- the device has been stored for a long period in sub-optimal conditions;
- the device has suffered mechanical or electrical stress (shocks, bumps, etc..);
- the device has suffered severe stress during transport;
- the inside of the device has come into contact with liquids
• Always remove the plug by hand when disconnecting the power supply cable, never by pulling on the cable.
• The standard power-supply adapter is not waterproof: place it in a ventilated position where it is protected from
water (rain, condensation, liquid detergents)! There is a risk of electric shocks for people and damage to the
equipment.
• This device contains electrical and electronic components, and may therefore be susceptible to fire. Do not install in
explosive atmosphere or in contact with inflammable material. Do not use water or foam in the case of fire when the
device is powered up.
• Do not use in an explosive atmosphere. Avoid contact with inflammable or explosive material!

1.5 Maintenance warnings

• Carry out the periodic maintenance regularly (see section on Maintenance).Do not wash the device with water,
liquid detergents or chemical substances. Use a slightly moist, non-abrasive cloth for cleaning.
• The device must be disconnected from all power sources before undergoing any maintenance or cleaning, and
before being moved. Read the chapter on “Maintenance” carefully before calling the service centre. Whatever the
problem, only specialised service personnel authorised to work with CEIA equipment should be called.
• Any damaged parts of the device should be replaced by original components only.

1.6 Harmlessness to Magnetic Media

The device is safe for items carried by people, including all common magnetic media such as magnetic cards,
floppy disks and tapes (conforming to NIST - NBS 500-101 “Care and Handling of Computer Magnetic Storage
Media”).
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SECTION 2 - DESCRIPTION OF THE WALK-THROUGH METAL

DETECTOR

2.1 Purpose of the Walk-through Metal Detector

A walk-through Metal Detector is a unit that reacts to the metal masses present on a person's body.
As part of the normal screening process, people are required to walk through the detector archway. A complete
analysis requires a complete passage through the archway.

The equipment is calibrated by maintenance technicians according to the Security Responsible Authority
requirements: therefore, an alarm is given (by means of optical and acoustical signals) if a person walks
through the unit carrying more metal than the standard amount specified by the Security Authority (potential
dangerous amount of metal).

Normal quantities of keys, coins, belt buckles and other personal objects are discriminated and do not give any
alarm.

Furthermore, the walk-through Metal Detector could also give an alarm signal if people walk through carrying
other sizeable metallic objects, such as cellular phones, walkmans or pagers.

2.2 General Description

The HI-PE Multizone Plus walk-through Metal Detector is composed of :

CU1
CU1
Exit Electronics Unit (CU)

CU2
CU
Archway
antenna

Detection Ready
Signaling Device” (entry side light bar)

Power Supply Adapter

Alarm volume adjustment Chip card

Figure 2-1 View of the Walk-through Metal Detector

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2.2.1 Electronics Unit

Detection outcome work is mainly carried out by the Electronics Unit. The walk-through Metal Detector features
an extremely compact central electronics unit, designed to be attached directly to the archway.

The electronics unit, placed on the exit side of the

d f, g
archway, is composed of:
b
a. plastic external casing
a
b. Hinged front protection cover (transparent)
with security lock.
c. Programming keyboard
c
d. Single line display
e i
h e. Chip card reader
f. Cable for connection to the receiving panel of
the archway (not visible in figure)
Figure 2-2a Exit electronics unit
g. Cable for connection to the transmitting panel
of the archway (not visible in figure)
h. Alarm buzzer (not visible)
i. front cover security lock

Figure 2-2b Detail of the chip card reader

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2.2.2 Archway
The archway consists of two treated panels containing the windings and the connectors to the electronics unit;
the panels are covered externally with Formica laminate (washable) and are also fitted with shockproof edges
to protect against knocks.
A special protective boots renders the base of each panel waterproof, and therefore fully insulated even in the
event of wet floors.

The archway of the walk-through Metal Detector comprises:

Entry Crossbar

Exit Crossbar

Receiver panel

Transmitter panel

Photocells (Option)

Two photocells are built into

the Transmitter panel. They
allow counting of people
passing through the
archway.

Zone indication light bar

In the case of an alarm, the

LED bar located on the
transmitter panel indicates
the position of transit of the
metal mass intercepted
inside the archway.

Lower Connection Box

Plate showing model and

serial number of the walk-
through Metal Detector

Power supply LED

Power supply plug

Figure 2-3 Archway RS-232 connector

The transmitter and receiver panels Main switch

can be placed on either the right or the
left side of the detector (relative to the Cable strain relief
exit electronics unit) depending on
installation requirements.
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2.2.3 Detection Ready Signaling Device

The Detection Ready Signaling Device indicates to waiting people the ready/busy status of the Metal Detector.
The normal message shown (“GO”) is green and turns red ( “STOP”) when a person is inside the archway. It
turns back to green at the end of the passage or when, after an alarm, the metal detector resets and is ready
for another transit. *

RED

GREEN

Fig. I-4a green message: Transit allowed. Fig. I-4b red message: Transit NOT allowed: the
detector is busy.

The Metal Detector operates continually for detection regardless to the state of the Signaling device.

* Depending on the setting of the equipment, the messages might be continuous or blinking or always OFF.

2.2.4 Power Supply Adapter

The power supply adapter provided with the device
connects the walk-through Metal Detector to the
power supply line.

CAUTION! This unit is only for indoor applications!

100…240V~
47…63Hz Figure 2-5 Power Supply Adapter connected to the
Lower Connection Box
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2.2.5 MBSU-1 Main Battery Power Unit (ACCESSORY)

The MAIN & BATTERY SUPPLY UNIT is a

portable device for providing power to CEIA
Metal Detectors in outdoor applications or in
particularly difficult environmental conditions.
The unit comprises two 12V, 9Ah batteries and a
charger, and allows up to 11 hours' independent
operation when mains power is not available.
Recharging takes place automatically when
mains voltage is present.

Protection level: IP65.

Code: MBSU-1

Figure 2-6

2.2.6 Alarm volume adjustment Chip card (ACCESSORY)

The Alarm volume adjustment Chip card is a special Chip card that allows the screener in charge to adjust
the volume of the acoustic alarm without opening the front cover of the electronics unit during operation.
The card is identified by the label "OPERATOR LEVEL VOLUME COMMAND".

OPERATOR LEVEL
VOLUME COMMAND

Figure 2- 7 Front (on the left in the figure) and rear view of the
Alarm volume adjustment Chip card

2.2.7 Alarm tone adjustment Chip card (ACCESSORY)

The Alarm tone adjustment Chip card is a special Chip card that allows the screener in charge to adjust the
tone of the acoustic alarm without opening the front cover of the electronics unit during operation.
The card is identified by the label "OPERATOR LEVEL TONE COMMAND".
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SECTION 3 – OPERATION AND USE OF THE WALK-THROUGH

METAL DETECTOR

3.1 Using the walk-through Metal Detector

3.1.1 General Notes

To screen people using the walk-through Metal Detector, the guidelines described below should be followed.

a. Instruct the people to deposit their hand-luggage, belt bag, coats, cellular phones, cameras,
walkmans, palm organizers, calculators and spectacle cases on the X-ray conveyor belt or in
special containers, maintaining a distance of at least one meter from the walk-through Metal
Detector archway.
b. Instruct the people to wait for their inspection near the walk-through Metal Detector, but at a
distance of at least one meter (see example in the figure below); barriers and cordons in insulating
material may be used to form a line of people.

6 STOP
1 4
2

5 7
3 8

1: Line of people waiting to be inspected

2: Waiting line
3: Detection Ready Signaling Device
4: Walk-through Metal Detector archway
5: Walk-through Metal Detector control unit
6: Inspector
7: Transparent barrier
8: Luggage recovery area

Figure 3-1a Example of people inspection

c. Allow only one person at a time to walk through the unit. If two or more persons walk through the
unit at the same time, instruct both persons to return to the entrance of the walk-through Metal
Detector and wait for your signal to enter the unit, one at a time.

NOTE
Occasionally an adult person may enter the walk-through Metal Detector while carrying an infant
in their arms. When this situation occurs, both persons may be allowed through the unit. If the
alarm is not activated, no further search is required ; however, if the alarm is activated, both
persons will need to be screened.
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d. If the alarm of the walk-through Metal Detector is not activated (see 2.3), no further search is
required.
e. If the alarm of the walk-through Metal Detector is activated (see 2.3) it indicates that the person is
carrying metal masses which could be dangerous. In these cases a second screening is
necessary, in order to find the mass which caused the alarm, according to the search procedures
specified by the Security Authority.
Unless these secondary screening procedures are performed using different inspection devices
(such as walk-through Metal Detectors, hand-held Metal Detectors, shoe analyzers, etc.), it is
recommended that the screening process is completed with a final transit through the Metal
Detector with no alarms, after removing all suspect metal masses.
f. Whenever a walk-through Metal Detector alarm occurs the Detection Ready Signaling Device
display turns red (message "STOP"), indicating to the other person that they must wait until the
person has cleared the gate.
Otherwise the display remains green, indicating that another person may go through the walk-
through Metal Detector.
Anyway, the Metal Detector operates continually for detection regardless to the state of the
Signaling device.

STOP
1m
1m Secondary
inspection

30cm Luggage
reclamation
40cm

No-standing
zone
Disvesting
zone

Figure 3-1b Recommended distances (refer to ASTM F2401-04).

REMARK

The screening of people in

transit requires a complete
passage through the
archway.

Figure 3-1c.
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3.1.2 Sources of interference

CAUTION
The walk-through Metal Detector creates a magnetic field which extends inside and around the
archway. Because of this, the unit is sensitive not only to metal masses carried by people in transit, but
also to masses of metal which may be located nearby. For the walk-through Metal Detector to function
correctly, the following guidelines should be followed:

a. Do not move the walk-through Metal Detector unit.

b. When coming on duty, inspect the area surrounding the unit to ensure that all movable metal
objects such as baggage carts or wheelchairs are more than one metre (three feet) from the
archway.
c. During operation, do not allow any metal objects such as baggage carts or wheelchairs to come
within one metre (three feet) from the unit.
d. Ensure that all crowd control barriers, if made in metal, are also kept at least one metre (three feet)
away from the walk-through Metal Detector.
e. Ensure that only one person enters the unit at a time.
f. Do not allow waiting people to come closer than one metre (three feet) from the entrance of the
unit.
g. Do not allow the walk-through Metal Detector to be used as an unattended public walk-through
access.
h. Instruct the people to walk through the center of the archway so that they do not bump into the
structure. It is important in general to prevent any impact with the archway, in order to avoid
possible false alarms.

3.1.3 Screener operations

The screener in charge must be able to effect various operations described below:

CAUTION
Calibration
The equipment is calibrated under close supervision of the Security Authority according to the Security Levels
in use. This calibration is approved by a Security Authority representative, which is sole responsible for
selecting the appropriate security level/sensitivity for its application.
It is also the Security Authority representative’s responsibility (or the screener in charge, if allowed by the
Security Authority requirements) to verify calibration periodically using the test object(s) appropriate to the
level of security selected, to insure no changes have occurred in the equipment.

Adjustments carried out by the screener in charge

The only operations the screener in charge is authorized to carry out are:
- switching on and off.
- OFV test
- adjustment of the acoustic signal alarm volume
- adjustment of the acoustic signal alarm tone

The procedures for these are described in this section.

a. Power on sequence
This operation shall be carried out every time a check-point is opened, but not when a
new shift comes on duty if the walk-through Metal Detector is already switched on.
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b. Walk-through Metal Detector functionality test (OFV - Operational Level

Functionality Verification)

CAUTION
This operation shall be carried out by the supervisor or the screener in charge both at
start-up times and when a new shift comes on duty.

c. Walk-through Metal Detector operation

d. Alarm volume adjustment
e. Alarm tone adjustment
This operation is recommended, if several Metal Detectors are installed close each
other, in order to distinguish the alarm signal of each unit.
f. Switching off of the walk-through Metal Detector
This operation, if required by the procedures, shall be done every time a check-point is
closed.

3.1.4 Operator Controls and Indicators

Table 3-1 - Indicators

Item Reference Location
Detection Ready 1 Archway – entry side
Signaling Device
Display 2 Exit control unit 3
1
2
Buzzer 3 Exit control unit

Zone indication light 4 Archway – transmitter panel, exit side 4

bar
Power indicator 5 Archway – Lower Connection Box

Battery discharged 6 Archway – inside the Lower Connection Box 6

5
indicator (buzzer)
Fig. 3-2

Table 3-2 - Controls

Item Reference Location
Programming
7 Exit control unit
keyboard 7
8
Chip Card Reader 8 Exit control unit

Main switch 9 Archway – Lower Connection Box

9

Fig. 3-3
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3.2 Power on sequence

WARNING
Before switching on the walk-through Metal Detector make sure that it is in good condition and correctly
installed (refer to the instructions in Section 1).
If the walk-through Metal Detector does not conform to the description in section one, or at any time functions
differently from the way described in this section, stop people control operations and call for the Supervisor.

WARNING
During the power-on sequence described below, ensure that no one passes through the walk-through Metal
Detector until the “ready to operate” condition is reached.

K Switch on the walk-through Metal

Detector by pushing up the main
L1 switch (S1) of the device (at the
Lower Connection Box on the
transmitter panel), using the special
key supplied (K).

S1 The green LED (L1) of the Lower

K Connection Box will light and the
walk-through Metal Detector will
start its power up cycle as described
below.

After the power up cycle the walk-

through Metal Detector is ready to
operate.
Table 3-3 - Power-up display messages
Displaying Display message Meaning
sequence green LEDs red LEDs
1st message CEIA Manufacturer
Once the power supply switch has
2nd message HIPEPLUS Model been turned on the electronics unit
will emit an acoustic alarm for a few
3rd message Current security seconds, and the exit electronics
SEC LEV1 level unit display will come on to show the
sequence of messages described in
4th message START UP Start-up phase
the table below.

5th message **** Alarm indicator test

6th message ---- Ready to operate

Zone indication light bar

A power-indicator light can be seen
at the top of the zone indication light
bar.
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3.3 Walk-through Metal Detector functionality test ("OFV - Operational

Functionality Verification")
The walk-through Metal Detector functionality test should be carried out, either during normal operation, under
the following circumstances:
a. at power-up times (wait for completion of the start-up phase!).
b. when a new shift comes on duty.
c. any time there is the need to verify that the walk-through Metal Detector is functioning
properly.

The supervisor or the screener in charge is required to test the walk-through Metal Detector to ensure that it is
functioning properly before normal operation commences.
The OFV test sample, used by the screener in charge, is a metallic sphere .

OFV Kit:

1 1. AISI 420 sphere, ø44.45mm

2 2. Programming chip card "Operator Level - FUNCTIONALITY
VERIFICATION"

The sample (1) should ONLY be used

to perform the OFV procedure!

>10cm >10cm
>10cm

>10cm

Transit heights: Trajectory: centre of the gate

 the heights indicated by the
LED bar built into the
transmitter panel The transit should start at least 10 cm from the EMD entry point and end
 at ground level at least 10 cm from the EMD exit point

Figure 3-4a

1. Preparing the test

Remove all metal objects from your person and pass the arm which will move the sphere through the unit.
Both the display of the exit electronics unit should remain green and no audio alarm should be activated

2. Activating the test

 Insert the chip card "Operator Level -
FUNCTIONALITY VERIFICATION"
 Wait until the display shows the message
OFV "OFV"
 Remove the card
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3. Carrying out the passes

Display Buzzer Action Notes
-- Preparing for the first pass: bring
the sample to the front of the gate
in the starting position.

WAIT

First pass

The transit should be carried out at

continuous
the photocells height, along the
PASS sound 104cm
center line, as horizontal as
possible!
Return the test item only after
the end of the sound indication.
-- Preparing for the second pass:
bring the sample to the front of the
gate again, in the starting position
WAIT for the next pass (floor level).

0cm

Second pass.

The test sample must be passed

continuous
sound
sliding on the floor along the
PASS center line!
0cm
Return the test item only after
the end of the sound indication.

4. End of test
Display Buzzer Action Notes
OFV Positive test result

OK Start performing the normal

continuous
OFV sound
screening operations.

0cm Fig. 2.4b

Table 3-4 OFV Test Error messages

OFV This message appears for a few seconds, and then the procedure aborts
NOIS automatically.
OFV Electromagnetic noise level too high for the test to be carried out correctly:
:
intermittent sound request action by maintenance personnel.
The sample transit was wrong or did not happen at all. Repeat the pass
correctly
REP
NOTE: after three unsuccessful passes the procedure aborts
automatically.(OFV FAIL message)
OFV Procedure failed: Repeat the test correctly.
If you have a "FAIL" indication you should repeat the test ensuring that it is
FAIL
properly performed; it is the screener's responsibility to record the failure of
OFV the functionality test and to inform the supervisor. If the procedure fails
: intermittent sound repeatedly report failure to supervisor.
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3.4 Signals from the walk-through Metal Detector during operation

WARNING
If the walk-through Metal Detector gives signals different from the ones described below, stop people control
operations and call for the supervisor. See also Section 4.
Indicators During normal operation
(inspection of people), the
walk-through Metal
Detector will give some
signals via:

the exit control unit display

the exit control unit buzzer.

the zone indication light bar

the Detection Ready
Signalling Device
Metal Detector waiting for a transit Exit Control unit
Table 2-5a When the walk-through
Metal Detector is waiting for
Display message Meaning a transit it does not give
green LEDs red LEDs any acoustic signal.
Exit The green section of the
Control unit
---- No people transit
control unit display gives a
“null signal” indication (four
*
NOTE: in case of non negligible environmental interferences, the message : can appear: dashes).
the device is still operational!
Archway
Exit side
A power-indicator light can
GREEN be seen at the top of the
zone indication light bar.
Entry side
The Detection Ready
Signalling Device gives a
“GO”” indication (green).
Walk-through Metal Detector not in alarm
Table 3-5b
Exit Control unit
Display message Meaning When the walk-through
green LEDs red LEDs Metal Detector is not in
---- People metal-free
alarm it does not give any
acoustic signal.
The green section of the
* People carrying very control unit display gives an
small quantity of metal indication of the metal
Exit
Control unit ** masses mass detected on the
people by means of a
*** People carrying a number of luminous stars
proportional to the mass.
minimum/medium
**** quantity of metal masses
Detection Ready Signalling
Device
RED The display gives a
“STOP”” indication (red).
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Walk-through Metal Detector in alarm state

When the walk-through Metal Detector gives an alarm signal it indicates that the
person is carrying a quantity of metal exceeding the preselected alarm
threshold.

Table 3-5c
Display message Meaning Exit Control unit
green LEDs red LEDs In these cases the walk-
People carrying medium through Metal Detector
* quantity of metal masses gives an acoustic signal.
The red section of the
Exit
** People carrying large control unit display shows
an indication of the metal
Control unit quantity of metal masses
*** mass detected on the
person by means of a
People carrying very large
**** quantity of metal masses
number of luminous stars
proportional to the mass.
The alarm state of the walk-
through Metal Detector
lasts a few seconds.

RED Detection Ready Signalling

Device
The display gives a
“STOP”” indication (red).

Zone indication light bar

In the case of an alarm, a
group of LEDs lights up at
the position of transit of the
metal mass.

Fig. 3-5

Other messages
the walk-through Metal Detector will also go into alarm condition in the case of an
**** accidental knock to the archway, or if there is a fault in the walk-through Metal
Detector
Exit Control unit: if the detector is powered by an MBSU-1 unit, a “B” letter on the
---- B right of the display indicates that it is in battery operation. Reconnect to the mains
power supply.
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3.4.1 Optional signals

3.4.1.1 Metal Type Indication

Ferr** In the case of an alarm the green section of the control unit display
ferrous metal indicates the type of the metal mass detected .
NoFe**
non ferrous metal NOTE : the red section provides the alarm indication according to the pre-
set programming of the unit.

3.4.1.2 Signalling of Random Alarms

If the random alarm option is installed, the Metal Detector can give an alarm
signal even if the people walking through the unit is not carrying metal masses
exceeding the alarm threshold. The random alarm probability is pre-set to a value
QUOT between 0 (no random alarm) and 100 (alarm every transit).

Control Unit
This kind of alarm is usually distinguished from that caused by a metal mass by a
“QUOT” message on the display and an acoustic signal with different volume and
tone.
According to the pre-set programming of the unit, the display message could be replaced by
*
and the acoustic signal could even be the same of that caused by a metal mass.

Zone indication light bar

In the case of a random alarm, the light bar remains OFF.
According to the pre-set programming of the unit, the light bar could be completely ON.

3.4.1.3 Signalling of the vertical position of the detected metal mass on both panels
Both panels are fitted with zone indication light bars.

In the case of an alarm the two exit side light bars

indicate the vertical position of the detected metal
mass.

3.4.1.4 Horizontal zones alarm indication

Both panels of this version are fitted with two LED bars. In the case of an alarm
the exit side bars light up to indicate the vertical and horizontal position of the
detected mass.
If the metal mass is on the midline of the archway, both bars are activated.
If the metal mass is in the left zone or in the right zone of the archway, only one
Light Bars
bar is activated.

NOTE : this version is fitted with a “READY “ signalling device on both panels.

Alarm indication for a Alarm indication for a Alarm indication for a Alarm indication for two
single metal mass on the single metal mass in the left single metal mass in the metal masses::
midline of the archway zone of the archway right zone of the archway - one mass in the upper
zone, on the midline of the
archway
- the other mass in the left
lower zone of the archway
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3.4.2 Operating Features summary

The following table lists the signals given by the unit, according to its status or an event occurred:

Table 3-6
INDICATOR
Exit Control Detection Buzzer Zone Power Supply
unit display Ready indication LED
STATUS/EVENT
Signalling light bar
Device

----
Walk-through Metal
Detector not in alarm *--- OFF
GREEN
indication of the Power
metal mass GO indication ON
detected, if any

**
Walk-through Metal RED
indication of the
Detector in alarm state
metal mass
detected STOP ON
Transit position ON
of the metal
mass

PASS
OFV test WAIT RED

instruction Instruction
messages STOP Transit position
signals ON
of the test
metal mass

---- B
Battery operation ( a “B” letter OFF OFF
GREEN
blinking on the Power
right) GO indication

Battery discharged OFF OFF OFF OFF

ON (pulsed)*

Fault Error messages RED

(see Section 4)
STOP
ON ON
Completely ON
* uttered by the lower connection panel.
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3.5 Adjustments
Adjustments can be performed by programming or using a chip card.

Adjustment by programming
Adjustment of the equipment by programming is carried out using the control unit keypad.
This operation is protected by:
a. Hardware key: security lock of the front panel. The front panel protects the programming keypad.
b. Software key: password to access programming.

close

open The programming operations

described below can be performed
only if both keys are available to
the screener in charge.

Fig. 3-7a Operation of the front Fig. 3-7b Front panel open: the
panel security lock. programming keypad is available.

Adjustment by means of a chip card

In addition to the programming keypad, the operator can perform

adjustments through a chip card: in this case he/she can only change
the tone or the volume of the alarm signal (alarm muting is not allowed):
any other modification of the settings is prevented as all other
parameters cannot be accessed.

Fig. 3-7c : inserting the chip card

3.5.1 Alarm volume and tone adjustment by means of a chip card

Insert the chip card in the control unit's chip card reader, ensuring that
the white arrow is turned upwards and pointing towards the front of the
control unit. For the whole time the card is inserted the acoustic alarm is
activated, slowly increasing and decreasing in volume or tone.

Volume adjustment: "OPERATOR LEVEL VOLUME COMMAND" chip card.

Tone adjustment: "OPERATOR LEVEL TONE COMMAND" chip card.
Fig. 3-8a

To program the alarm volume/tone extract the card when the sound has
the desired intensity/tone; the walk-through Metal Detector will store the
setting.

Fig. 3-8b
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3.5.2 Alarm volume adjustment - Manual operation

Display Keypad Action/Comment
---- PROG
Press the PROG key to enter the
programming phase.

------ Six dashes will appear on the display

(password prompt).

000000 NOTE
If no password has been defined,
100000 press the ENTER key and go to the
next step.
: :
Enter the password (up to 6 letters
G00000 ENTER st
1 character confirmation or numbers.
In the example on the left the
G10000 password is “GATE01”.

: : Insert the password by activating the

arrow keys to select the characters
GA0000 ENTER
2nd character confirmation and then pressing the ENTER key to
: confirm.
: After entering the last character, the
: :
programming phase starts: the last
GATE01 ENTER
last character confirmation
used command will appear.

Press the arrow keys to select the

AV 4 AV function, if a different one is
up down displayed.
Press the ENTER key to change the
AV 4 ENTER
AV setting: the acoustic alarm is
activated.
Press the arrow keys to change the
AV 4 current value (for instance, from 4 to
7)
increasing decreasing

Press the ENTER key to confirm the

AV 7 ENTER new value (7).

AV 7 PROG
Press the PROG key to exit from the
programming phase.

---- --
The Metal Detector is ready to
operate.

3.5.3 Alarm tone adjustment - Manual operation

Operate as described in the previous
AT 2 paragraph, but select “AT” function,
up down by pressing the arrow keys.

3.6 Switching off of the walk-through Metal Detector

K
Switch off the walk-through Metal Detector pushing
L1
down the main switch of the device.
All the walk-through Metal Detector indicators will
switch off.
S1
K
Figure 3-9
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SECTION 4 - MAINTENANCE

4.1 Suggested Maintenance Schedule

Table 4-1
Technical
Suggested
Operation Tools required Operator Skills
Period
required
 Daily
 At shift
changes
Operational Test
OFV test kit.
 In case of
doubt of
• --

proper
operation
A slightly moist,
General
cleaning.
non-abrasive
cloth.
4 months
• --

Visual check that

all components
of the Metal
Detector are
undamaged.
None. 4 months
• --

Visual inspection
of all
electrical/electro
nic connections
to insure that
None 4 months --
•
they are secure.
Visual inspection
that all
mechanical
connections are
secure. Tighten
5mm, 8mm hex
wrench
4 months --
•
connections as
necessary.
Metal Detector
test objects per
Verification of
Calibration
the Security
Standard in use,
Verification of
12 months --
•
Calibration form.
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4.2 Self diagnosis messages summary

Table 4.2

Display Buzzer Recommended action

Message
RX ERR Discontinue equipment use and contact a technician.
GATE Rx
Discontinue equipment use and contact a technician.
x : 1,2,…

GATE Tx
Discontinue equipment use and contact a technician.
x : 1,2,…

PROG - Discontinue equipment use and contact a technician

RS232 - Discontinue equipment use and contact a technician
PASSINVA - Contact a technician
DATAERRO • Replace the chip card
-
• Do not extract the card until the message "REMOVE" appears on the display
WRONVERS - Use a compatible chip card
CARDINVA - Use a compatible chip card
CARDUNRE - Use a compatible chip card
WAIT Temporary adjustment phase: wait for normal functioning indication.
WAIT Message given during functionality tests or adjustment of gain: wait.
MAINS ER Reconnect to the mains power supply
B - Reconnect to the mains power supply
Display OFF Reconnect the mains power supply
*
OFV NOIS Message given during functionality tests or adjustment of gain: remove the
TFV NOIS source of interference
FGA NOIS
OFV FAIL Message given during functionality tests or adjustment of gain: repeat the test
TFV FAIL correctly
FGA FAIL
REP Message given during functionality tests: repeat the transit
PHOT The photocells are faulty or active for a period too long: contact a technician.

intermittent
sound
* uttered by the lower connection panel – panel model only

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