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How to set up Honeywell RAE Systems sensors

Below you'll see the step by step process for setting up the RAE series of sensors as well as tips for troubleshooting and understanding model specific features. Check out guides on how to physically set up your Thiamis, and how to add a sensor in Environet.

Note: The images in this article show an older Thiamis, but the setup is the same for modern Thiamis devices. The only difference is that all USB-A ports have been replaced with USB-C ports on the modern devices.

Setup Instructions:

  1. Connect power to each device

    1. For Thiamis, there are two options:

      • Connect a 12V power supply to the 3 pole Euroblock connector

      • Connect a 5V power supply to either of the USB ports.

    2. For the RAE sensor connect power to the RAE Travel Adapter barrel plug.

  2. Plug the RS-232 splitter cable into the RAE's RS-232 bottom port. Note which letter is on the connector for configuring in Environet.

  3. Connect the main end of the RS-232 cable directly to the Thiamis RS-232 port.

Errors

If the RAE sensor is not reporting, check the Thiamis configuration page for any listed Errors. Errors can be found in Sensor Configuration section of the Thiamis Configuration Page, and will be highlighted in RED.

Timeout Error

The RAE has not responded to the requests made by the Thiamis and has timed out. It will continue to attempt communication but you can run through the general Troubleshooting Sensors steps to address common problems.

Tips on Specific Models:

All RAEs

Reported Measurements: The RAE's reported measurement is a snapshot or instantons reading of the instrument's output at that time.

Power: All RAEs use the travel charge / PC adapter (RAE PN M01-3021-000) which must be supplied power via the barrel plug in order for the adapter to transmit data. The charger is a black module that connects to the bottom of the RAE sensor (as seen in the pictures above). To tighten/loosen the charger when connecting and disconnecting from the RAE sensor, turn the two knobs located on the bottom.

Always fully charge the battery before use. Contacts on the bottom of the instrument meet the Travel Charger’s or Charging Cradle’s contact pins, transferring power.

Make sure the charger is firmly attached. Then connect the AC Adapter’s plug to the charger, and plug its transformer into an AC outlet. While charging, the LED on the cradle glows red. When the battery is fully charged, the LED glows green. (Consult the device's user guide for more details on using the Charging Cradle.)

MiniRAE 3000+ / ppbRAE 3000+ / UltraRAE 3000+

Ensure the Real Time Protocol is set to P2P (cable)

P2P mode is Point to point, where data is transferred only between the instrument and one other location. Default data rate: 9600 bps. To set the Real Time Protocol to P2P, follow these steps:

  1. Enter Programming Mode by pressing and holding [MODE] and [N/-] buttons.

  2. Press [N/-] to step from one option to the next, and navigate to Monitor Setup.

  3. Then navigate to Real Time Protocol and choose P2P (cable) mode. Press [Y/+] to make your selection (the dark circle in the “radio button” indicates “on”). When you have completed your selection, press [MODE].

  • Press [Y/+] to save the new real-time communications protocol.

  • Press [N/-] to undo the change and move to the next sub-menu.

Programming Mode Screens:

As you repeatedly press [N/-], the selection moves from left to right, and you see these screens: Calibration > Measurement > Alarm Setting > Datalog > Monitor Setup. This is demonstrated in the diagram below:

MultiRAE

Point-To-Point Wired Connection

The MultiRAE can communicate with other devices through P2P (point-to-point) wiring. Turning on P2P requires connecting the MultiRAE with a computer running ProRAE Studio II software and toggling P2P on. Note: When P2P is active, the wireless modem installed in the MultiRAE is disabled.

Using ProRAE Studio II To Set P2P Operation

IMPORTANT: A License Key and PC are required to activate P2P (point-to-point) mode using ProRAE Studio II for a MultiRae device

If you do not have a License Key for enabling P2P (point-to-point) communication on your MultiRAE, contact Honeywell Customer Support and order one or more P2P License Keys for MultiRAE. Customer Support will need a Purchase Order for MultiRAE P2P license, and will generate the necessary number of License Keys and send them to you via email.

List of Supported Models:

Click on product names for links to the manufacturer device page for each, which includes information and support materials:

MultiRAE Lite
​MultiRAE
​MultiRAE Pro
MultiRAE Plus
MultiRAE IR
MiniRAE 2000
​MiniRAE 3000
ppbRAE 2000
​ppbRAE 3000
​UltraRAE 3000
VRAE

** AreaRAEs only work with RAE's proprietary wireless system and are not supported.

Technical Note on TWA, STEL, Min and Max values.

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