Detector
Electrochemical fuel cell
Specificity
Fuel cell sensor is unaffected by acetone, paint and glue fumes, foods, confections, methane, and practically any other substance found in the human breath.
Instrument Control
By microcontroller
Sampling
Automatic after the subject blows for 4-6 seconds
Accuracy
±.005 BrAC up to 0.100 BrAC and ±5% above 0.100 BrAC, which meets DOT specifications
Response Time
Within five seconds of sampling, depending on alcohol concentration
Reset Time
Immediate at zero alcohol reading, up to two minutes after a positive breath test
RF Interference
Instrument is immune to high levels of radio frequency interference.
Display
Four-digit LCD
Audible Indicator
Beeper signals fault conditions and changes in instrument status.
Visual Indicator
Two LED lights indicate status (Wait, Ready, Flow, Analyzing)
Calibration
Dry gas or wet bath simulator.
Communications Port
Two-channel, RS-232 serial interface to printer or PC for test data transfer
Memory Function
Stores more than 100 test results including date and time. Reprints last breath test even if instrument has been switched off and main power source is removed. Stored tests can be downloaded to the printer or a PC.
Recommended Operating Temperature
23° to 104°F (-5° to 40°C). The fuel cell is automatically heated at low temperatures.
Dimensions
3¼” wide x 1¾” deep x 6¾” high (sensor) (8.3 cm wide x 4.4 cm deep x 17.1 cm high)
Weight
One pound (.45 kg)
Power Supply
Five “AA” batteries (included)
Included With Each Instrument
Printer, case, 3 rolls of printer paper, printer connector cable, 100 mouthpieces, operator’s manual
Optional Accessories
400 DH software for downloading of test results to a PC, rechargeable power unit, 12-volt power supply
Warranty
One year, parts and labor