1. Register at blastgauge.com/software on a PC. 4. Open BGSM software on a PC. Go to the Activate tab. 2. Follow email instructions to download. Click the software version box needed to install. 3. On a tablet, download The Blast Gauge System Application version based on the operating system of the device used. If your gauges have a grey label
(Commercial) you will download from either the Google Play Store, or the Apple App Store. 5. Connect the gauges to a PC via the Micro-USB hub. 6. Connected gauges will show up in the side bar on the right with Gauge Not Activated below it. If your gauges have a green label
(Interrogated WirelessTM) download the software from blastgauge.com/
software using instructions provided from the downloaded PC software folder. 7. Select Personnel for use on mobile people. This will enable sleep, allowing the gauge to go inactive after 30 min. of no movement. Select Structure for use on static objects. This disables sleep, so gauges will never go inactive. Note: Gauges left on in structure mode will constantly use battery. 9. EDI-PI will be auto-filled with the ID number from your CAC Card. If youre not using a CAC Card Reader, manually enter identifying information. 10. Select the gauge state: Gauges must be On to record events. Use Off to place them in a non-monitoring state. Note: After activation, users can toggle state by holding the button with a 5.56 NATO round until all three LEDs light in sequence. 11. Click Activate Gauges. Gauges are ready for use and can be disconnected from PC when software displays in the side bar: Gauge Attached...Ready. 12. On the tablet, test the Bluetooth connection by clicking Start Scan. Gauges must be within close proximity of the tablet and disconnected from the PC Note: Bluetooth must be on but you do not need to connect to any devices. 8. If needed, unlock and change the pressure threshold values (advanced users only). START SCAN 13. Attach your gauges to personnel or to a structure. Certifications United States: FCC ID: 2AHN8BG711 Canada: IC ID: 21433-BG711 Australia: RCM000577 FCC/IC Statement 14. Select either Quick Scan for summary data, or Full Scan for full waveform data. 15. Wirelessly retrieve data from the gauges by clicking Start Scan on the tablet. START SCAN 16. If there is not a tablet available, press the recessed button to check LED status. FCC 15B This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation Cet appareil est conforme la partie 15 des rgles de la FCC. Le fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) ce dispositif ne peut pas causer dinterfrences nuisibles, et (2) cet appareil doit accepter toute interfrence reue, y compris les interfrences qui peuvent causer un mauvais fonctionnement. FCC 15.21 Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by BlackBox Biometrics Inc. could void the users authority to operate the equipment FCC 15.105 Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense WARNING!
FCC and IC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This portable equipment with its antenna complies with FCCs and ICs RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. To maintain compliance, follow the instructions below:
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Avoid direct contact to the antenna, or keep contact to a minimum while using this equipment. Cet quipement portable avec son antenne est conforme aux limites dexposition aux rayonnements RF de la FCC et IC de dfinies pour un environnement non contrl. Pour maintenir la conformit , suivez les instructions ci-dessous:
Cet metteur ne doit pas tre situ ou oprant en conjonction avec une autre antenne ou metteur. viter tout contact direct lantenne , ou garder le contact un minimum tout en utilisant cet quipement . Radio Standards Procedure This device complies with Industry Canadas license-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
This device may not cause interference; and This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Cet appareil est conforme aux CNR exempts de licence dIndustrie Canada. Le fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes:
Ce dispositif ne peut causer des interfrences; et Cet appareil doit accepter toute interfrence , y compris les interfrences qui peuvent causer un mauvais fonctionnement de lappareil. Declaration of Conformity BlackBox Biometrics, Inc. of 125 Tech Park Drive, Rochester, NY declares under our sole responsibility the Wireless Blast Gauge System 7.0 & 7.1 are in conformity with the following standards:
Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU EMC Directive 2014/30/EU RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) Directive 2011/65/EU R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC which is indicated and affirmed by the applied CE marking 17. To transfer Blast Gauge data from the tablet to your PC, refer to the Tablet to PC Data Transfer Guide. For more information, see What do I need to know?
Intended use of equipment: Measure exposure to blast overpressure in range 0.5-110 psi, at resolution of 0.05 psi. Precautions for Safe Handling: The Blast Gauge System has been designed and manufactured for use by qualified personnel for the purpose of measuring exposures to blast overpressure. Safety considerations are contained in the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) available by request. Storage: Shelf life is greater than 5 years in cool (15 C - 25C), dry and ventilated areas, which are subject to little temperature change. Do not place the article near heating equipment, nor expose to direct sunlight for long periods. Elevated temperatures can result in shortened battery life and degrade performance. Disposal: This Product contains a lithium battery that is not rechargeable or replaceable. Normally the article has no odor. Under normal conditions of use, the battery, its electrode materials and its hazardous liquid electrolyte are non-reactive provided the battery integrity is maintained. The battery will release a pungent corrosive odor if leaking. There are no federal regulations for disposal of lithium batteries. Individual states or localities establish their own guidelines for battery disposal, and should be contacted for any disposal guidelines that they may have for a lithium metal batteries. BlackBox Biometrics, Inc. 125 Tech Park Drive, Rochester, NY 14623 585.329.3399 BlastGauge.com P0012 4.6 WHAT YOU WILL NEED Blast Gauges PC with Windows 7, 8 or 10 Blast Gauge System Manager software (BGSM)
(steps 1-2) Micro-USB cables and hub for activation
- optional (BGK7 Kit) Tablet running Android or iOS Blast Gauge App for Android or iOS
(step 3) Disclaimer The Blast Gauge System is not intended to diagnose or treat the blast victims injuries. The first responder may use the Blast Gauge System data to characterize the blast overpressure and acceleration the subject sustained during an event, but will rely on standard diagnostic protocols to drive treatment of the subjects injuries. Copyright 2019 BlackBox Biometrics, Inc. All Rights Reserved.