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Model 3078 Series

Stretch Scope

Features

Lightweight, Telescoping Carbon Fiber Pole - 1.3 to 4.7 m (4.1 to 15.3 ft.)
Range: 1 µSv/h to 10 Sv/h (0.1 mR/hr to 1000 R/hr)
1 µSv/h (0.1 mR/hr) Display Resolution
Low, High, or Auto Range Selection
Rate, Max, Count, and Dose Modes
External Detector with 2 GM Tubes
Versions Available with Internal Detector for Dose Measurements
4-Button Meter Interface for Easy Operation
3-Button Handle Interface for Easy Feature Control
Digital Calibration and Data Logging
Large Backlit LCD for Ease of Reading
Lamp on End of Detector to Illuminate Inspection Area
Bluetooth and Headphone Options

The Model 3078 Series Stretch Scopes are designed to survey areas for gamma radiation while maintaining distance from potentially high radiation fields. These instruments include external GM detectors mounted at the end of a 4.7 m (15.3 ft.) carbon fiber telescoping pole, allowing the detector to reach areas difficult to access with other types of instruments. The Model 3078i versions have an additional internal GM or scintillation detector for monitoring user dose exposure.

The meter body is made of durable, high-impact plastic with splash-resistant construction for outdoor use. The instrument has a large, easy-to-read LCD with a backlight that adjusts to changing ambient light to provide optimum viewing in any conditions. User-adjustable audio levels provide the operator with audible clicks and alarms across all modes of operation. The meter is detachable so it can be used separately from the pole detector.

Each Model 3078 Series instrument has four modes of operation (RATE, MAX, COUNT, and DOSE) selectable using the MODE button. Measurements can be collected in two sets of units (primary and secondary) for all modes of operation by pressing the UNITS button. The external detector can operate in LOW, HIGH, or AUTO range modes by pressing the DET button. With data logging enabled, a simple press of the LOG button will record and time-stamp the current reading. Each instrument can store up to 1000 data points. On the Model 3078i versions, the internal detector runs continuously and reports accumulated dose measurements, which can be viewed at any time by pressing the PRG button.

Specifications

External Detector	Two energy-compensated GM tubes
Internal Detector (3078i versions only)	Energy-compensated GM or scintillation detector, see Configurations tab for options
Energy Response	Within 25% of true value from 60 keV to 3 MeV
Linearity	Readings within 10% of true value
Display	Three-digit auto-ranging LCD. Units: (μ)(m)(k)(M)R(/h), (μ)(m)(k)(M)Sv(/h), (k)cps, (k)(M)cpm. Indicators: bar graph, mode (MAX, INTG), three alarm levels, fault messages (FAULT, OVERLOAD, LOSS OF COUNT, OVERRANGE), USB, wireless, audio, and low-battery.
Display Range	1 µSv/h to 10 Sv/h (0.1 mR/hr to 1000 R/hr)
Range Selection	LOW range (1 µSv/h to 20 mSv/h, or 0.1 mR/hr to 2 R/hr); HIGH range (8 mSv/h to 10 Sv/h, or 0.8 R/hr to 1000 R/hr); or AUTO range across full display range
Display Backlight	Built-in ambient light sensor automatically activates LED backlight unless internal dipswitch is set to continuous-on (will reduce battery life)
User Controls	ON/AUD: Extra-long press to turn ON; Short press to adjust audio level; Extra-long press to turn OFF UNITS: Short press changes the units between count rate, dose/exposure, or disintegration DETECTOR: Short press to switch active scope detector or enable auto-ranging; Extra-long press to switch between external and internal detector (3078i versions only) LAMP/MODE: Short press alternates between modes: RATE (displays count rate), MAX (captures peak rate), COUNT (user-selectable preset count time from 0 to 31.68 years), and DOSE (current accumulated dose); Extra-long press enables/disables scope lamp ACK/RST: Short press to acknowledge alarms; Extra-long press to reset current mode LOG: Short press to log current display (requires Lumic Data Logger Kit, see Options) or initiate count in COUNT mode, extra-long press to change count in COUNT mode PRG: Short press in first 4 seconds of power-up will grant access to setup menu
Response Time	User-selectable from 1 to 60 seconds, auto SLOW, auto FAST, fixed SLOW (22 s), fixed FAST (4 s)
Alarms	Three adjustable alarm setpoints for count rate, exposure/dose, count, and accumulated dose alarm set-points adjustable over the display range
Overload Protection	High count rate saturation protection designed to prevent false display of lower count rates. If the instrument detects an overload condition, OVERLOAD will appear on the display and an audio warning will be triggered.
Loss of Count Protection	After 60 seconds of no pulses from the detector, the instrument will flash a zero reading, an audio alarm will be triggered, and LOSS OF COUNTS will appear on the display
Overrange	If the reading exceeds the predefined detector range, the instrument will flash a maximum reading, an audio warning will be triggered, and OVERRANGE will appear on the display
Audio	Approximately 4 kHz, click audio greater than 65 dB at 0.6 m (2 ft.), alarm audio greater than 72 dB
Calibration Protection	Internal dipswitch to disable front-panel calibration parameter changes
Power	Four "AA" batteries
Battery Life	Approximately 75 hours with no backlight (as low as 20 hours with backlight and lamp continuous-on), 16-hour low battery warning
Construction	High-impact polycarbonate with rubber seals and separate battery compartment attached to telescoping carbon fiber pole
Temperature Range	-20 to 50 °C (-5 to 122 °F) May be certified for operation from -40 to 65 °C (-40 to 150 °F)
Environmental Rating	NEMA rating of 3x IP rating of 53
Size (H x W x L)	20.0 x 11.4 x 125.1 cm (7.9 x 4.5 x 49.25 in. [4.1 ft.]) retracted, fully extended length 466.7 cm (183.75 in. [15.3 ft.])
Weight	2.5 kg (5.4 lb) including batteries and shoulder strap

Configurations

Model	Internal Detector / Range	Part Number
3078	NA	48-4332
3078i	Energy-compensated GM Background to 50 mSv/h (5 R/hr)	48-4337
3078i/1	CsI scintillator Background to 500 µSv/h (50 mR/hr)	48-4337-1

Options

Option	Description	Part Number
Lumic Calibration Kit	Lumic Calibration Software allows the reading and writing of important parameters via a USB port in the Model 3000 Series and Model 30 family of instruments. This software also includes a calibration wizard (guides the user through calibration steps) and a plateau wizard (determines the optimal detector operating voltage). The kit includes Lumic Calibration Software versions 1.0 and 2.0, a Model 3000 Series USB cable, and a Model 30 family USB cable.	4519-865
Lumic Configuration Kit	Lumic Configuration Software allows the reading and writing of important parameters via a USB port in the Model 3000 Series and Model 30 family of instruments. Does not include calibration or plateau wizards. The kit includes the Lumic Configuration Software, a Model 3000 Series USB cable, and a Model 30 family USB cable.	4519-747
Lumic Data Logger Kit (Model 3000-Series)	Includes Lumic Data Logger Software and cable.	4498-1019
Model 3000 Series Bluetooth^® Option & Lumic Linker	Wirelessly connects the instrument with an Android or iOS mobile device.	4519-564
RS-232 Serial Port	Adds a true RS-232 serial port connector.	4519-594
TTL Serial Port	Adds TTL 3.3 V serial port connector. Available modes are instrument dependent, contact us for more information on configuration options.	4519-595
Headphone Jack	Adds a headphone jack to the instrument.	4498-555
Stereo/Mono Headphones	Adjustable stereo/mono headphones.	22-9313
Shoulder Strap	Replacement 1.8 m (6 ft) adjustable nylon shoulder strap.	22-9649
Model 3078 Series Case	Rugged, watertight, crushproof, and dust proof transport and storage case.	4272-730

Firmware Updates

In order to use the latest Lumic Calibration Software*, you may need to update the firmware on your instrument. (All new instruments will be compatible with the latest software version.) Use the table below to determine the firmware requirement for your instrument.

Software Version	Compatible Models	Required Firmware
Lumic 1.0	30, 30-4, 30-6, 30-7, 35, 79	2.x or lower
	3000, 3001, 3005, 3006, 3019, 3276	N34 or lower
	3002, 3277	N12 or lower
Lumic 2.0	30, 30-4, 30-6, 30-7, 35, 79	3.x or higher
	3000, 3001, 3005, 3006, 3019, 3276	N40 or higher
	3002	N20 or higher
	3003, 3014, 3078	N/A

*Note: If you purchased the original Lumic 1.0 software, you are eligible for a free copy of Lumic 2.0. Please contact your local sales representative or Ludlum Measurements to receive your copy.

To update the firmware on your instrument:

Download the appropriate instructions file (PDF) for your instrument.
IMPORTANT: The firmware update instructions are model number specific. You must use the instructions for your specific instrument model. See table below.

Model	Instructions File
30, 30-4, 30-6, 30-7, 35, 79	Lumic Firmware Update Instructions (Model 30/35/79 Series)
3000, 3001, 3002, 3005, 3006, 3019, 3276	Lumic Firmware Update Instructions (Model 3000 Series, Gen 1)
3003, 3014, 3078	Lumic Firmware Update Instructions (Model 3000 Series, Gen 2)

Download the latest Lumic Firmware Updater Software.
Determine the printed circuit board number your instrument has. To do this, you must open the instrument can and find the number on the circuit board.
Using the drop-down selectors below, select your instrument model and printed circuit board number. This will populate a list of available firmware downloads for your instrument.