Metor 250

INSTALLATION AND OPERATING MANUAL

9100 082-4VE

EDITION: 2.30

Author

Rev.

Code

O.Rantala

2.30

9100 082-4VE

Approved

Date

Document

ORA

14.3.2006

Product

Archives

Metor 250

M250

Title

INSTALLATION AND OPERATING MANUAL

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1

GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5

Contact Information
Safety Precautions
Product Introduction
Specifications
Warranty

First Installation
Switching ON/OFF
Adjustments
Basic Adjustments and Calibration
Daily Operation
Description of Detection Programs

4-1
4-1
4-1
4-2
4-3
4-3
4-3
4-3
4-4
4-5

MAINTENANCE
5.1 Fault Messages

CONT250.230

3-1
3-2
3-3
3-9
3 - 10
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OPTIONAL FUNCTIONS
4.1 Remote Control Operations
4.1.1 Control Unit Learning
4.1.2 Factory Setting of Access Code
4.2 Multiple Array Operations
4.3 Digital Input Functions
4.3.1 Tamper Alarm
4.3.2 Alarm Inhibit
4.3.3 Manual Alarm
4.4 Relay Output Control
4.5 Accessories

2-1
2-3
2-5

OPERATION
3.1
3.2
3.3
3.4
3.5
3.6

1-1
1-2
1-2
1-4
1-5

INSTALLATION
2.1 Installation Place
2.2 Mechanical Assembly
2.3 Electrical Connections

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SECTION 1

GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1
Contact Information
Please use this address when you order parts or you need support in assembling,
operating or programming your Metor metal detector.
FINLAND
Nihtisillankuja 5, P:O: Box 174
FI-02631 Espoo, FINLAND
Tel: +358 9 32941500
Fax: +358 9 32941302
USA - NEW JERSEY
8 Commerce Way, Suite 115
Robbinsville, NJ 08691
UNITED STATES of AMERICA
Tel: +1 609 406 9000
Fax: +1 609 530 0842
Toll Free: 1 800 963 8676
ASIA PACIFIC
240 Macpherson Road
#06 04 Pines Industrial Building
SINGAPORE 348574
Tel: +65 6743 9892
Fax: +65 6743 9885 / 6743 9915
service@rapiscansystems.com
sales@rapiscansystems.com

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1.2 Safety Precautions

The Metor 250 will not erase, alter, or damage magnetic storage media
including credit cards, computer floppy disks, tapes, or IC's. The Metor 250
is designed to protect people wearing pacemakers, pregnant women, the
operator, and general pedestrian traffic from any possible effects of its
electronics or magnetic field operation.
Before the unit is turned on, the following precaution should be taken to
protect the user`s safety and provide reliable operation.
1)

Connect the unit to a grounded outlet in compliance with local

regulations.

2)

Connect the unit to a voltage source (mains or DC) only when the
electronics unit is placed on it's normal location.

3)

Only a qualified person is allowed to open the electronics unit.

1.3 Product Introduction

The Metor 250 is a walk-through metal detector designed to detect metal
objects people are carrying through the coil gate. The system is used for
weapons detection and pilferage prevention. Typical applications are:
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Airports: passengers screening.

Banks: holdup prevention.
Prisons: screening visitors and prisoners.
Industry: pilferage prevention and access control.
Courthouses: screening visitors.
Conferences, public buildings, sport events: access control.

The operation is based on electromagnetic pulsed-field technology:

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Transmitter pulses cause decaying eddy currents in metal objects

inside the sensing area of the coil.
The signal induced to the receiver by the eddy currents is sampled
and processed in the electronics.
Moving metals are detected when the signal exceeds the alarm
threshold.
The Metor 250 is a multi-channel metal detector with eight overlapping
detection zones, sequentially pulsed, magnetic fields. With this kind of
operation large sensitivity differences are eliminated when rod-shape metal
objects pass through the coil in various orientations. The arrangement of
overlapping zones leads to optimum uniformity.
The digital signal processing and internal controls are accomplished using
advanced micro processor technology. This means reliable functioning of
the metal detector, with versatile features and user friendly operation.

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Receiver panel Unit (Rx)

Transmitter panel (Tx)

Cross piece
Electronics Unit

Power
cord

Control Unit

Figure 1-1. The Metor 250

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1.4 Specifications
Ambient operating temperature
from -10oC to +55oC (from 14oF to 131oF)
Ambient operating relative humidity
0 to 95%, no condensation
Protection
IP 20 (IEC 529)
Power supply
Mains: nominal 100 - 240VAC, maximum 90 - 264VAC
Mains frequency (nominal): 45-65Hz
Battery (optional): 24 - 35VDC
Max. consumption: 100VA (ACV), 45W (DCV)
Fuse: T2A 5x20mm
Power cord length: 2m
Dimensions and weight (see fig. 1-1)
CAUTION
DOUBLE POLE / NEUTRAL FUSING
Double pole / neutral fusing only applies to MELS units with power supply
front plates illustrated below.

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1.5 Warranty
Rapiscan Systems Oy (Rapiscan) warrants the Metor 250 against defects in
materials and workmanship in normal use. Within this warranty, Rapiscan
will at its option replace or repair any part of the Metor 250 that has become
defective within two (2) year from the date of delivery because of defect in
material or workmanship, and that has been returned freight prepaid.
THIS WARRANTY IS THE ONLY WARRANTY GIVEN BY
Rapiscan AND IS GIVEN IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.
Rapiscan DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE.
Rapiscan RESPONSIBILITY TO REPAIR OR REPLACE
DEFECTIVE PRODUCTS IS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE
REMEDY FOR BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY.
LIABILITY

Rapiscan products are warranted for proper operation when used in

accordance with the specifications listed in this document. Product
performance is affected, to some extent, by external factors that are beyond
control of the manufacturer and therefore Rapiscan is not liable for any
indirect, special, incidental or consequential damages to the equipment or to
any person(s) or facility(s) due to the evasive action of any individuals or
improper implementation of the equipment.
The information contained in this manual is as complete and up to date as
possible but Rapiscan reserves the right to perform any design
modifications or changes to features or specifications it deems necessary to
improve its products, without notice.

PROPRIETARY
NOTICE

The information contained in this manual and all designs expressed herein
are the property of Rapiscan. Rapiscan reserves all proprietary designs,
patents, manufacturing and sales rights except to the extent rights are
expressly granted to others.
Reproduction of any part of this document or any other item deemed the
property of Rapiscan strictly prohibited without prior written permission of
Rapiscan.

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SECTION 2
INSTALLATION
2.1 Installation Place
It is useful to minimize the possibility for electromagnetic disturbance (interference) that may
affect the operation of the Metor 250. The following points are recommendations that should
be kept in mind when the installation site is selected.

Large Moving metal objects (eg. metal doors,

metal gates, hand trucks or mail carts) should
be kept at least 0.5 m (20 in) from the gate to
avoid false alarms.

Figure 2-1. Recommended minimum

distance to moving metal
Large static metal objects should be at least 0.1 m (4
in) away from the metal detector. Their effect on
sensitivity is minimal but may make the unit more
prone to the effects of vibration.
The floor should be level and solidly supported so
there is no vibration. If the gate shakes when people
walk through, it could cause the metal detector to
false alarm.
Figure 2-2. Recommended distance to static metal
To prevent problems the distance from interference
sources to the receiver coil should be maximized.
Recommended minimum distance is from 0.5 m to 4
m (20 in - 157 in). The exact distance can only be
determined experimentally case by case. Moving and
pivoting the gate will obtain the best operation.
Interferences may be generated by some radio
equipments, video monitors, powerful electric motors
and transformers, AC power cables, thyristor control
circuits, flickering fluorescent lighting and arc
welding equipment.
Figure 2-3. Recommended minimum distance to
Electrical interferences

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Traffic flow

Luggage
And other
personal
items
X-ray or manual
searching

Figure 2-4. Luggages and personal items

Traffic flow

No alarm
Alarm

Searching for detected object.

Make it manually or with
Hand held metal detector.

Figure 2-5. Searching for detected objects

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2.2 Mechanical Assembly

Parts:

1) 1 pc, Tx-coil panel

2) 1 pc, Rx-coil panel
3) 1 pc, Cross piece
4) 8 pcs, mounting screws
5) 1 pc, Allen key

Fist, mount one element

Second, the other element

Display

Display

Tx

Rx

Rx

NOTE! Place the Tx-panel to side where power cord is needed to take out
Figure 2-6. Assembly of the archway

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Cross piece

Electronics unit

Note!
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Use electronics unit safety screws during transportation

Remove the screws in installation

Figure 2-7. Transportation safety screws

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2.3 Electrical Connections

A) Open the lid with they key.

B) Loosen the screws at both ends of

the rack.

D) Electronics in down position.

C) Pull down firmly the

rack holding on to the screws.

E) Connect the cables.

For the basic connections of electronics unit, see fig. 2-9.

Figure 2-8. Connections

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Power cord

Control unit

Zone display

Tx-panel

Rx-panel

Counter
(option)

50/60Hz setting

Figure 2-9. Metor 250 basic connections

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SECTION 3
OPERATION
3.1 First Installation
Follow the recommended distances to minimize
the effect of interferences:
0.5 m to moving metal
0.1 m to static metal
0.5 - 4 m to electrical interferences

INSTALLATION PLACE
Chapter 2.1

Arrange the check point layout to optimize the

traffic flow:
No false alarms from personal items
No disturbance to normal operation from
searching of the detected objects
MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY
Chapter 2.2

Tighten the mounting screws to ensure the rigid

archway construction and the equal gap between
coil panels.

ELECTRICAL
CONNECTIONS
Chapter 2.3

Make the basic connections:

- Transmitter coil cable - Control Unit
- Receiver coil cable
- Zone Display
- Power cord
- Counter (option)
Mains voltage between 100 and 240 VAC is
accepted automatically, 50 or 60 Hz frequency is
set manually.

BASIC ADJUSTMENTS AND

CALIBRATION
Section 3.4

Select the optimum detection program, determine

the test object and adjust sensitivity according to
the requirements in your application.
DAILY OPERATION
Chapter 3.5

Use the test object to check the operation when

switching on the system or periodically.

Figure 3-1. Steps to start-up the operation

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3.2 Switching ON/OFF

The Metor 250 can be switched on when
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the mechanical assembling has been finished (see instructions in chapter 2.2),
the electrical connections have been made (see instructions in chapter 2.3) and
the mains frequency setting in the electronics unit has been set according to the
frequency of the local mains, 50 or 60 Hz (see fig. 3-2).

The Metor 250 accepts mains voltage between 100-240 VAC automatically and
frequency 50 or 60 Hz with manual setting.

ON/OFF
switch
50/60Hz
setting

Note!
Jumper connector is always needed

ON/OFF
awitch

Figure 3-2. Switching power ON/OFF

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3.3 Adjustments

Display
Green
Light
(standby)

Red
light
(alarm)

Green segment
Red segment
(signal strength)

Remote Control Unit

Keypad for controls

Figure 3-3. Control and display

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Figure 3-4. Keyboard operations control unit

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The light display and the audible alarm are in the cross piece. The display has a
green light to show the standby state and a red light for alarm. The
eight green and the eight red segments operate as a light bar to show
the signal level. The segments also display alphanumerically the
software version, the adjustments or the condition states of the
system.
The control unit is hold inside the small lid under the cross piece. As a function it
has the adjustment keypad and it can be attached to the cross piece or
used remotely. The control unit operates with two 1.5V AA size
batteries. The remote control operates inside 3m from the detector
when the IR-beam is aimed at the display in the cross piece. The
following factors make it practical and tamper proof to use.
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The keypad has from 1 to 5 key access code to allow only authorized
persons to use it.
Remote control is operational only, if the holder in a cross piece is without
the control unit.
One control unit can be used remotely for one or several detectors.
The detector operates only with one specific control unit which has been
learned to that detector. The internal identification code and the alternating
code inhibit the operation of any other remote control.

The access code is factory preset to keying "1", "2" and "3". The code can be
changed by an operator for one to five key entries except the "EXIT"
key ( see "FUNC" settings, fig. 3-4 and chapter 4.2.2 for the factory
setting).
The Metor 250 has three types of settings: parameter, mode and function settings.
PARAMETER SETTINGS These settings are program (PG key), sensitivity (SENS) and volume (VOL).
PG

System has different detection programs to select the suitable

detection performance of different types of objects and to optimize
discrimination.
The detection programs are explained in chapter 3.6, Description of
Detection Programs.

NOTE !

The settings are not fixed to the selected detection program in the Metor 250. When
program is changed the other settings will remain unchanged.
SENS

Sensitivity setting determines the size of the object which is detected

or harmless objects which are not detected. A higher sensitivity
allows detection of smaller metal objects.
The main criterion for detection is the size of metal objects. To some
extent the variation of shape and the material may alter the detection
performance, as well as the orientation and velocity at which the
object is taken through the detector.

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VOL Volume is adjusted to exceed the background noise level so that the alarm
will be audible for the operator. For the preset minimum volume level
see MODE/VOL MIN n setting.
MODE SETTINGS

The operations under the MODE key are the following:

"FREQUENC n"
Operation frequency setting to inhibit mutual interferences between
near other operating detectors and to minimize the effect of
environmental interferences. The setting n is between 1 to 5.
"HI SPEED n"
Speed response setting for fast-moving object. n is between 1 to 6.
"LO SPEED n"
Speed response setting for slowly moving object. n is between 1 to
6.
"VOL MIN n"
The minimum usable volume setting. The maximum setting is always
same. Setting n is between 1 to 9.
"TONE n"

Tone setting helps in identifying the alarms from the adjacent

detectors. Setting n is between 1 to 14 (depends on the software
version).

"DISPLAY nn"
Display operation setting to select: no light bar function ("nn =
OFF"), normal light bar ("nn = LIGHTBAR") or counter operation
("nn = COUNTERS"). Note, passenger counter is an option for the
Metor 250.
FUNCTION SETTINGS

The settings under the "FUNC" key are used to select the special functions:
"01 FAST RESET"
The alarm time is set to the specific value ("FAST RESET ON") or
to object dependable alarm time (FAST RESET OFF).
"02 RESET TIME"
Length of the alarm time in fast reset. The setting is RST TIME
nn where nn is between 0.5 to 3.0 sec.
"03 SENS AUTO"
Automatic sensitivity adjustment. The alarm threshold is set
according to the test object carried through the gate. Number of walkthroughs can be set by the user (N/WALK nn, where nn is
between 1 to 20).
"04 SENS FLOOR"
Lowest zone sensitivity adjustment (ZONE 1: nn %, where nn
is between 0 to 255%).

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"05 SENS ZONE"

Separate sensitivity setting for each of the eight zones (ZONE n:
nn %, where n is number of zone, 1 to 8, and nn is setting, 0
to 255%).
"06 NOISE BAR"
External noise level monitoring with the light bar and normal metal
detection is not operational. The normal operation continues
automatically after one minute or manually with EXIT key.
"07 NOISE MAXIMUM"
The maximum interference level monitoring with numeric display.
After a while the display show the measured noise level NOISE nn
*WAIT* where nn is between 0 to 200 and reading 100 is just
over alarm level.
"08 NOT IN USE"
"09 NOT IN USE"
"10 NUMER DISPLAY nn"
Selects the numeric display (nn = 0 - 200) for detection signal.
Alternative function for analog light bar display. Reading 100
corresponds the signal just over alarm level.
"11 FACT SETTING"
Factory settings of the parameters for mid-range performance. Can be
used as a base for the final settings, see figure 3-5.
"12 ACCESS CODE"
Operator can set new access code. The code is a combination of one
to five key entries except EXIT key. For the factory setting to access
code see chapter 4.1.2.
"13 COUNTER nn"
The passenger counter function can be inhibited ("OFF"). The
walking direction can be selected to count up ("DIRECT 1")
direction where the transmitter is on the right side or ("DIRECT 2")
the transmitter on the left side). The automatic function ("AUTO")
defines the walking direction from the first walk, if earlier setting has
bee DIRECT 1 or DIRECT 2. If DECREASE Y is used, the
selected direction counts up (adds) and the opposite direction counts
down (subtracts). If DECREASE N is selected, the counter counts
only up in selected direction and the opposite direction dont effect to
counter reading.
Note, the passenger counter is an otion for the Metor 250.
"14 DISPL COUNTS"
Displays passenger counter value (COUNTS nn).
"15 DISPL ALARMS"
Displays alarm counter value (ALARMS nn).

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"16 CLEAR COUNTS"

Clear passenger and alarm counter.
"17 DISPL ALARM%"
Displays alarm rate percentage (ALARM%:n, alarms/ passengers
x 100).
"18 INPUT CONFIG"
Selects the required function to digital input #1 or to input #2, see chapter
4.3.

PARAMETER

SETTING

PG

Detection program

SENS

Sensitivity

45

VOL

Audible volume

MODE/FREQUENC

Operation frequency

MODE/HI SPEED

High speed response

MODE/LO SPEED

Low speed response

MODE/VOL MIN

Minimum volume

MODE/TONE

Audible tone

MODE/DISPLAY

Display mode

Light bar

01 FAST RESET

Fast reset

ON

02 RESET TIME

Alarm time in fast reset

0.5 sec

03 AUTO SENS

Number of walks in auto sensitivity

04 SENS FLOOR

Lowest zone sensitivity

100%

05 SENS ZONE

Zone sensitivities (all zones)

100%

13 COUNTER

Counter mode, walking direction

counting

Auto
Decrease no

18 INPUT CONFIG

Digital inputs #1 and #2 function

OFF

Figure 3-5. Factory settings

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3.4 Basic Adjustments and Calibration

The Metor 250 is ready for operation after the mechanical installation, connections
and adjustments have been completed. The AC line frequency (50/60Hz) setting
must be made manually. The adjustments that effect on the performance of the
detector should be correctly made to optimize operation in each application.
The following adjustments effect on detection sensitivity:
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Program setting selects the specific sensitivity range for operation.

Depending on the program, material selectivity, sensitivity range and
discrimination is effected. Program should be set according to the
requirements of detection sensitivity and discrimination.

Sensitivity adjustment defines the size of metal object to be detected. Test

objects are carried through the gate and the setting is manually made to have
the optimum detection.

Automatic sensitivity adjustment sets the sensitivity according to the test

object that is carried through the gate during the setting procedure. The
adjustment is an alternative way for the manual adjustment.

Floor level sensitivity adjusts the detection up or down in the lowest zone.
This adjustment is needed only if the lowest level sensitivity should be
changed from the normal sensitivity level.

Zone sensitivy adjusts the detection in the selected zone up or down. The
adjustment is used only when some of the eight zones need special
sensitivity.

Object speed response adjustments (Hi Speed and Lo Speed) effect on

detection sensitivity when object speed exceeds the normal walking speed.

When the above adjustments are made careful testing with metal objects is
recommended to see their influence on operation. The following hints are useful
during the testing:
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Use your own metal objects to optimize the settings.

When testing function, carry objects through the detector in different

positions and orientations in body.

When the optimum settings have been found, find a suitable size of test object
(sensitivity criteria) to check the detection in daily operation.

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3.5 Daily Operation

Check periodically (for example when switched on, once a week) that
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gate assembly is firm (if not, tighten the cross piece screws),

coil panels are parallel (same distance in bottom as in top) and

detection sensitivity is according to the sensitivity criteria (use your test
object).

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3.6 Description of Detection Programs

Figure 3-6. Metor 250 programming guide
Customized program groups are optimized to meet the special customer
Requirements.
DETECTION
HIGH
DESCRIPTION
PROGRAM
DISCRIMINATION
PRG 01 USA
For US airports demands.
PRG 02 USA HD
X
PRG 03 CAN
For Canadian airports demands.
PRG 04 CAN HD
X
PRG 05 GER
For German airports demands.
PRG 06 GER HD
X
PRG 07 UKD
For British airports demands.
PRG 08 UKD HD
X
PRG 09 USG
For US government demands.
PRG 10 USG HD
X
PRG 11 SCA
For Scandinavian airports demands.
PRG 12 SCA HD
X
PRG 13 STANDARD
General purpose detection program.
MATERIAL SENSITIVITY PROGRAMS.
PRG 21 PB-LEAD
PRG 22 MU-METAL
PRG 23 ALLMETALL
PRG 24 FE>>>>AL
PRG 25 FE>>>AL
PRG 26 FE>>AL
PRG 27 FE>AL
PRG 28 FE=AL
PRG 29 FE>AL
PRG 30 FE>>AL
PRG 31 FE>>>AL
PRG 32 FE>>>>AL

Sensitivity for lead.

Maximum sensitivity for MU-metal.
High sensitivity for all metals.
Much more sensitivity for Fe than Al.
(Programs from 24 to 32 are compared with Feand Al cylinders with diameter 40mm.)

Much more sensitive for Al than Fe.

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3
4
5
6
7
8
9
1
11

S&W

LITTLE JOE

FAA-DUMMY

DUMMY

MP-25

S&W

MINI

LITTLE JOE

S&W

MP-25

MINI
6

MINI

LITTLE JOE

S&W

S&W

MP-25

2
5

MP-25

MINI

MP-25

MINI

MINI

GLOCK

GLOCK

DERRINGER

MP-25

MINI

GLOCK

GLOCK

DERRINGER

CDM

GLOCK

DERRINGER

DERRINGER

CDM

CHARTER

MINI

GLOCK

DERRINGER

CDM

CDM

CHARTER

MP-25

S&W

LITTLE JOE

FAA-DUMMY

DUMMY

DERRINGER

MINI

CDM

GLOCK

CHARTER

BEST

GLOCK

DERRINGER

CDM

CHARTER

CHARTER

BEST

GLOCK

DERRINGER

CHARTER

BEST

PG12

MINI

GLOCK

GLOCK

DERRINGER

CDM

CHARTER

DERRINGER

CDM

CHARTER

BEST

BEST

PG13

PG21

CDM

CDM

CHARTER

PG22

DERRINGER

CDM

100
75
50
25
0

CHARTER

100
75
50
25
0

CHARTER

100
75
50
25
0
BEST

100
75
50
25
0

BEST

PG23
100
75
50
25
0

BEST

PG24
100
75
50
25
0

BEST

PG25
100
75
50
25
0

BEST

PG26
100
75
50
25
0

PG27

100
75
50
25
0

BEST

PG28

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5
6
7
8
9
1
11

8
9
1
11

8
9
1
11

8
9
1
11

2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
1
11

5
6
7
8
9
1
11

11

11

Figure 3-7. M250 PGs / HAND GUNS, sensitivity levels with 100% detection

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GLOCK

MINI

MP-25

LITTLE JOE

FAA-DUMMY

DUMMY

11

CHARTER

DERRINGER

GLOCK

MINI

MP-25

S&W

LITTLE JOE

FAA-DUMMY

DUMMY

11

DERRINGER

GLOCK

MINI

MP-25

S&W

LITTLE JOE

FAA-DUMMY

DUMMY

11

TEST CONDITIONS

Ref.
BEST

S&W

DERRINGER

CDM

CHARTER

CDM

CDM

CHARTER

BEST

100
75
50
25
0

BEST

PG31

100
75
50
25
0

BEST

PG30

100
75
50
25
0

PG32

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* Settings: factory settings, SENS / object.

* Test position: middle of the WTMD.
* Object orientation: barrel down, grip right.
* Test objects: see bellow

Name of gun (manufacturer)

BEST cal.25 pistol (Firearms

Imp.&Esp.Corp,. Miami)
CHARTER CHARTER cal.38 rev. OD3825S (Charter
Arms Corp,. Stadford)
CDM
CDM cal.22 revolver (CDM Inc,. New
York)
DERRINGER
DERRINGER cal.38, MP-7 (Am.
Derringer Corp. Waco, Texas)
GLOCK
GLOCK cal.9*19 cal pistol (Glock
Austria)
MINI
MINI REVOLVER cal.22 (North Am.
Arms Corp. Spanish Fork)
MP-25
MP-25 cal. 25 pistol (Raven Arms
Industry, Cal.)
S&W
Smith & Wesson cal.22 pistol M.2214
(Smith & Wesson)
LITLE JOE
LITLE JOE cal.6mm signal revolver
(Rhm GmbH)
FAAFAA- DYMMY GUN operational test
DYMMY
Object (specified by FAA, Federal
Aviation Administration)
DYMMY
DYMMY GUN operational test object
(Rapiscan)

Dimensions, mm (in)
Weight Material
Length Hight Width g (lb.)
114
85
24
350
Steel
(4.49) (3.35) (0.77) (0.77)
164
106
33
480
Steel
(6.46) (4.17) (1.30) (1.46)
155
92
30
260
Steel
(6.10) (3.62) (1.18) (0.57)
123
83
31
230
Aluminium
(4.84) (3.27) (1.22) (0.51)
204
135
29
673
Plastic,
(8.03) (5.31) (1.14) (1.48)
Steel
100
59
20
130
Stainless
steel
(3.94) (2.32) (0.79) (0.29)
121
80
22
420
Zinc alloy
(4.76) (3.15) (0.87) (0.92)
156
110
30
447
Aluminium,
steel
(6.14) (4.33) (1.18) (0.98)
106
61
22
139
Steel
(4.17) (2.40) (0.87) (0.31)
104
51
25
211
Steel
(4.09) (2.01) (0.98) (0.47)
135
(5.31)

65
(2.56)

30
(1.18)

300
(0.66)

Figure 3-7. Metor 250 PGs / HAND GUNS, sensitivity levels with 100% detection

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PG01
PG02
PG03
PG04
PG05
PG06
PG07
PG08
PG09
PG10
PG11
PG12
PG13
PG21
PG22
PG23
PG24
PG25
PG26
PG27
PG28
PG29
PG30
PG31
PG32

FE

AISI316

AL

PB

Figure 3-8. Metor 250 PGs /metal cylinder, relative detection capability with 100% detection
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NOTES!
TEST CONDITIONS:
-

Test objects metal cylinders (dia=length): steel (Fe37), stainless

steel (AISI 316), aluminun with lead
Test place: middle of the WTMD
Test setup: MELS, MCLS
Settings: SE/90, factiry settings.

Figure 3-8. Metor 250 PGs /metal cylinder, relative detection capability with 100% detection

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SECTION 4
OPTIONAL FUNCTIONS
4.1 Remote Control Operations
4.1.1 Control Unit Learning
The electronics has a coding switch in the MSPU board for control unit learning and
the factory settings of access code.
The coding switch no. 1 is used to learn that control unit to the detector. The
learning procedure is the following:
-

Put the MSPU coding switch no.1 to ON position.

Press any key from the control unit.
The detector gives an audible signal ("beep") when the learning is finished.
Put the coding switch to OFF position.
NOTE!

If the coding switch is in ON position during the operation of

the detector, any Metor 250 control unit is operational.

4.1.2 Factory Setting of Access Code

The factory setting for the access code is keys "1", "2" and "3". The access code can
be changed by operator to any from 1 to 5 key code except the "EXIT" cannot be
used. If the code is changed and the operator does not remember the new code, he
can use the MSPU coding switch no. 2 to make factory settings. The procedure goes
as following:
-

Put the MPSU coding switch no.2 to ON and again OFF position.
NOTE!
If the coding switch is in ON position during the operation of
detector, any settings cannot be done.

MSPU board
Switch positions:
-> = ON
<-=OFF

Switch number
1=remote control learning
2=access code of factory settings

Figure 4-1. The coding switch from remote control operations

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4.2 Multiple Array Operation

Multiple array operation is used when two or more Metor 250 operate close each
other. Depending on the sensitivity, detection program and distance between
archways, the specific operation frequencies are needed to use to prevent the
possible mutual interferences in devices.
The operation frequency is probably needed to set to different value in each Metor
250, if distance to nearby detector is 10m (33ft) or less. The minimum
recommended distance between the archways is 0.5m - 1.0m (20in - 40in). In
practice the distance requiring the special operation frequencies is best determine
experimentally case by case as well as the best frequency combination.
The operation frequency is selected with mode settings, see chapter 3.3.
Frequencies F1 to F3 are recommanded settings to use in multiple array operation.

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4.3 Digital Input Functions

The Metor 250 has selectable functions for two digital input signals (since software
version 1.3). These inputs are configured for the operations with the function setting
in control unit. The function is controlled with a normally open switch by closing
the contact. For the settings see 3.3. The selectable function are:
-

Tamper Alarm
Alarm Inhibit
Manual Alarm

4.3.1 Tamper Alarm

The tamper alarm gives an audible alarm and a LID OPEN!! message on the
display when the bottom lid of the cross piece is opened. That will prevent any
unauthorized access to the electronics and to the connections of the Metor 250. The
operation is controlled with the optional Tamper Switch installed inside the cross
piece and connected to input #1.
4.3.2 Alarm Inhibit
The alarm inhibition prevents the operation of the alarm outputs and show the
message ALARM OFF on the display. The operation can be used to prevent the
spurious alarms caused by external moving metals or metals passing the gate and
they are not needed to be detected.
4.3.3 Manual Alarm
The manual alarm trigger the audible and the visual alarm with a manual control.
The function can be used to activate the hand search for the person passing the gate.

Digital input connections

MIOU-unit
Figure 4-2. Metor 250 digital input connections

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4.4 Relay Output Control

The Metor 250 has an alarm relay to control external devices. For example, it can be
used to monitor the alarms by controlling external audible and lamp signals.
The relay is voltage free change over contact with fuse protection (T2A) and screw
terminal/plug-in connector in the electronics box.

MIOU-unit
Relay connection

Figure 4-3. Relay connection

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4.5 Accessories
The Metor 250 has the following optional accessories which dont belong to the
standard setup and they can be ordered separately.
MetorNet MNES 5018, part no. 8100 080
The MetorNet is a PC-based monitoring and control system for the Metor archways.
The network can consist of up to 99 gates with 1.2 km (0.7 miles) maximum
distance between two operating detector.
Battery Back up, MBBS 1794, part no. 4100 820
Battery back up is used to guarantee the uninterrupted operation for 2 hours in case
of mains voltage breakdown.
Remote Display Unit MRDU 1793, part no. 4100 919
Remote display is movable display and alarm unit with standby/alarm/zone alarm
lights and adjustable audible alarm. The display can be attached to the Metor 250
gate or outside. The standard cable length is 1 m (3.3 ft) and the maximum length is
60 m (196 ft).
M200 Gate Wheel Set, part no. 4101 214
The Gate Wheel Set is used to make the short distance transportation of Metor gate
easier. The gate is placed over the wheel set and moved from the one place to
another by pushing the gate.
M200 Tamper Switch, part no. 4101 241
Tamper switch is used to generate alarm, if the cross piece lid is opened during
operation. This gives improved security to tamper proofness in addition to the key
operating lock of the cross piece lid and the internal slide latch for the remote
control lid.
Passenger Counter, part no. 4100 349
The passenger counter is used to count number of people passing the gate.

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SECTION 5
MAINTENANCE
5.1 Fault Messages

Figure 5-1.

M200 Error messages, causes and corrective actions (sw v.1.2)

ERROR NUMBER & MESSAGE

POSSIBLE CAUSE

CORRECTIVE ACTION

1 ZONE 1
2 ZONE 2
3 ZONE 3
4 ZONE 4
5 ZONE 5
6 ZONE 6
7 ZONE 7
8 ZONE 8
9 ZONES
10 ALLZONE

Coil cable(s) poorly connected

or faulty

Check connections or replace

cable(s)

Transmitter unit (MTXU) poorly

connected or faulty

Check connection or replace unit

Receiver unit (MRXU) poorly

connected or faulty

Check connection or replace unit

Coil panel(s) faulty

Replace coil panel(s)

11 PARAMET

Program parameter(s) out of

range

Turn M200 off and start again

NOTE : after this message
sensitivity is set to maximum

If error occurs in despite of the

action described above, memory
device is faulty

Replace signal processor unit

(MSPU)

12 fMEMORY
13 sMEMORY
14 nMEMORY
15 iMEMORY

Memory device is faulty

Replace signal processor unit

(MSPU)

16 ASIC1
17 ASIC2
18 ASICsel

Receiver unit faulty

Replace unit (MRXU)

In case of ASICsel, I/O-unit can

faulty

Replace unit (MIOU)

Fault in signal processor unit

Replace unit (MSPU)

19 WATCHDG

Fault in signal processor unit

Replace unit (MSPU)

20 L DISPL
21 R DISPL

Display unit is faulty

Replace display unit on motherboard unit (MMBU)

Motherboard unit is faulty

Replace unit (MMBU)

Fault in signal processor unit

Replace unit (MSPU)

22 TIMER

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23 DynZONE1
24 DynZONE2
25 DynZONE3
26 DynZONE4
27 DynZONE5
28 DynZONE6
29 DynZONE7
30 DynZONE8
31 DynZONES
32 DynAllZs

Large metal item near the gate

Move large metal item further

distance on the floor level between TX- and RX-coils changed

Set right distance

33 LOW BAT

Battery voltage too low

Receiver unit (MRXU) faulty

Replace unit
Transmitter unit (MTXU) faulty
Replace unit
Turn main voltage on to charge
the battery
Replace battery

34 IRQA

I/O-unit poorly connected

Check connection

I/O-unit faulty

Replace unit

Receiver unit poorly connected

Check connection

Receiver unit faulty

Replace unit

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APPENDIX A

1-1

AUTOMATIC SENSITIVITY CALIBRATION

Steps:

(Please read completely before actually doing this calibration.)

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.

10.
11.
12.
13.
14.

Enter the code to access the set-up mode 1 2 3 is the factory setting. The
display should read set on the right.
Hit the program button to display the current program number.
If this is not the current program, change it using the arrow keys.
Then press the Function key. The display should read 01 fast reset.
Use the arrow keys again, go to 03 auto sens.
Then hit the Start key. At this point, you will be asked for the number of
walks.
Use the arrows keys to set this to 12.
Then hit Start.
*wait *wait should then be displayed.
You are going to walk through 12 times with your test object(s) (for example,
a test gun or knife). When walking through you need to hold the test object at
4 different heights and in 3 different orientations at each height. These heights
are head level, chest level, waist level and ankle level. (Note that these
objects should always be in the center of the detector from left to right). The
orientation of the object refers to its position with the longest length from top
to bottom, right to left, and front to back.
At the sound of the beep, walk through the detector. You will do this 12
times.
After the 12th time, the sensitivity will be displayed. This is the optimum
sensitivity for the test object using the program that you have selected.
Hit the Exit button until the machine is back in normal operation mode.
Retest the Metor 250 by walking through with and without the object(s). If
the unit operates properly, you have completed the calibration procedures.
If the following are occurring, please continue:
a. detects falsely, first adjust the sensitivity down
b. does not detect enough, adjust sensitivity up
c. detects in a certain area falsely or not enough.
1.
enter 1 2 3
2.
hit Function button
3.
go to 05 zone sens
4.
hit Start
5.
Adjust the zone percentage up and down for each zone to have it
detect more or less in that specific zone, without affecting the
overall sensitivity.

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APPENDIX B

1-1

SERVICE REPORT PROCEDURE

Why service reporting?

Rapiscan wants to offer high quality and reliable product to user. To support this the
reliable information concerning service activities and problems is needed also from
the field. This is done with service reporting which makes it possible to specify
cases clearly and file them for further use.
The information in the reporting is the basis to our quality control to find problematic areas and to start corrective actions in time.
Also, it is the way to give to user information about the taken actions from solved
problems.
We ask your cooperation in our efforts to improve the quality of our products by
using the reporting procedure.
Service report procedure
The reporting is done by using the multicopy form. In the form the first one is the
customer copy (white), the second one is for technical service and marketing (blue),
the third one is for quality control (red) and the fourth one is service engineer's copy
(yellow).
The following principles are used in the reporting:
-

Guarantee request can not be handled, if service report is missing.

In case faulty units are sent to us for repair, service report with the first three
copies must be enclosed and filled with the information about fault symptoms.
The customer copy is returned with repaired unit completed with repair data.

In case the fault is repaired in the field by user or Metor representative the
second and the third copies are sent to factory.

All the faults or declamations which generates service activities due

to hardware fault, but also user mistakes or application problems,
should be reported.

The service report forms are available from the factory and they will
be mailed to you when we are informed from the need.

See contact information on the font of manual to address our copies.

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