Davies, Mary Ann. 2002. DataRAM4 Particulate Monitor: Forest Service User's Guide. 0225 2810. Missoula, MT: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, National Technology and Development Program. 26 p.
Describes how to set up the DataRAM4 particulate monitor to collect smoke data. The guide explains where to site the instrument, how to start a run, how to stop a run, how to set up a laptop computer, how to download the data into the laptop, and how to transfer the data into an Excel spreadsheet. The guide also explains how to set up the remote satellite telemetry system, assemble and configure the DataRAM for proper communication with the telemetry system, and verify that the system is sending data. A printable Quick Sheet is available for instructions on operating the DataRAM4 (0425-2M34).
Keywords: air pollution, air quality, configuration, data collection, data communication, instruments, nephelometers, partciculate, telemetry, wood smoke
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