CTS 49 CTS 59 Operation Manual (1) (1)

Shantou Institute of Ultrasonic Instruments Co., Ltd.

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Note

This operation manual shall apply to the CTS-49/CTS-59 ultrasonic thickness gauge. The major

differences of the two models on functions and specifications are listed below:


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CTS-49 CTS-59

Compatible Probes

Dual-element delay type (with probe cable): TG5-10L (standard configuration) TG7.5-6L TG5-10HL TG2-12L TG5-6L TG5-8L Single-element delay type : TG5-6DL TG7.5-6DL TG10-6DL TG7.5-3DMD TG10-3DMD TG15-3DMD Single-element contact type: TG0.5-25NL TG0.5-30NL TG1-20NL TG2.5-20NL

Dual-element delay type(with probe cable):TG5-10L (standard configuration) TG7.5-6L TG5-10HL TG2-12L TG5-6L TG5-8L Single-element delay type : TG5-6DL TG7.5-6DL TG10-6DL TG7.5-3DMD TG10-3DMD TG15-3DMD Single-element contact type: TG0.5-25NL TG0.5-30NL TG1-20NL TG2.5-20NL Dialog probe series are supported and can be automatically identified.

Model

Item


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Measurement mode

Standard (R-B1, transmit pulse to

the first echo); Thru-coating measurement or EchoToEchoMode measurement (B1-B2, or Bm-Bn)

Standard (R-B1,

transmit pulse to the

first echo); Thru-coating measurement or EchoToEchoMode measurement(B1-B2, or Bm-Bn); If velocity of coating is known, the thickness of coating can be measured.

User-defined V-path TDG function Temperature

compensation

Multilayer measurement

Time-based B-scan

Storage capacity

Store up to 10,000 sets of measurement data (including measurement value, parameter setup and waveform data)

Store up to 20,000 sets of measurement data (including measurement value, parameter setup and waveform data)

Standard configured external fast charger

CD-B010

Note: The mark in the table above indicates the corresponding model has such function or specification.

The complication of this operation manual is based on the model CTS-49, and the parameters

and the operation shall apply to the CTS-49. As the operation of the CTS-59 is compatible with

the CTS-49, for additional functions and operation on the CTS-59, see Appendix D.


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TABLE OF CONTENTS

PREFACE ..........................................................................................................................................VII

OPERATION CAUTIONS AND SAFETY GUIDE ................................................................................. IX

CHAPTER 1 SYSTEM .............................................................................................................................1

1.1 APPEARANCE ..................................................................................................................................1 1.2 PORT AND SOCKET .........................................................................................................................3 1.3 KEY..................................................................................................................................................4 1.4 MENU...............................................................................................................................................4 1.5 SCREEN INTERFACE ......................................................................................................................8 1.6 WAVEFORM DISPLAY AREA...........................................................................................................10 1.7 MEASUREMENT DATA AREA ........................................................................................................10 1.8 SYMBOL AND INFORMATION PROMPT AREA .................................................................................10

CHAPTER 2 SYSTEM OPERATION ...................................................................................................12

2.1 POWER SUPPLY ............................................................................................................................ 12 2.2 POWER ON .................................................................................................................................... 12 2.3 POWER OFF .................................................................................................................................. 13 2.4 OPERATION INTERFACE SELECTION............................................................................................. 13 2.5 MAIN MENU SELECTION ............................................................................................................... 13 2.6 SUBMENU SELECTION .................................................................................................................. 13 2.7 TURNING PAGE.............................................................................................................................. 14 2.8 SUBMENU ADJUSTMENT ............................................................................................................... 14 2.9 SHORTCUT OPERATION ................................................................................................................ 14 2.10 CALIBRATION FUNCTION ............................................................................................................... 15 2.11 AUTOSEARCH AND FLOATINGGAIN FUNCTIONS .......................................................................... 16 2.12 WORKMODE.................................................................................................................................. 17 2.13 VELOCITY MEASUREMENT............................................................................................................. 20 2.14 PARAM STORAGE......................................................................................................................... 20

2.14.1 Save....................................................................................................................................... 20 2.14.2 Recall..................................................................................................................................... 21 2.14.3 Delete .................................................................................................................................... 21

2.15 DATA STORAGE ............................................................................................................................ 21 2.15.1 Save....................................................................................................................................... 22 2.15.2 Recall..................................................................................................................................... 22 2.15.3 Delete .................................................................................................................................... 23

CHAPTER 3 APPLICATION OF THICKNESS MEASUREMENT ..................................................24

3.1 GENERAL WORK FLOW................................................................................................................. 24 3.2 APPLICATION KEYNOTE OF THICKNESS MEASUREMENT ................................................................ 25

CHAPTER 4 PERIPHERAL DEVICES, PORTS AND ACCESSORIES ........................................26

DCY2.781.49/59 SS/V1.2/A-E


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4.1 PROBE SOCKET ............................................................................................................................ 26 4.2 MINIUSB PORT ............................................................................................................................. 26

4.2.1 Connect to a PC.................................................................................................................. 26 4.2.2 Disconnect from a PC ........................................................................................................ 26

4.3 MICROSD CARD HOLDER ............................................................................................................ 26 4.3.1 Insert microSD card............................................................................................................ 26 4.3.2 Remove microSD card....................................................................................................... 27

4.4 BATTERY........................................................................................................................................ 27 4.4.1 Battery Installation and Removal...................................................................................... 27 4.4.2 Charging the Battery .......................................................................................................... 27 4.4.3 Using the Battery ................................................................................................................ 28 4.4.4 Battery Maintenance .......................................................................................................... 28 4.4.5 Airlift Requirements for battery ......................................................................................... 29 4.4.6 Cautions on using the battery: .......................................................................................... 29

4.5 POWER ADAPTER.......................................................................................................................... 30 4.6 FAST CHARGER CD-B010 (OPTION) ........................................................................................... 30

CHAPTER 5 TRAINING, SYSTEM MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE ............................................32

4.7 TRAINING ........................................................................................................................................32 4.8 SYSTEM MAINTENANCE .................................................................................................................32 4.9 SERVICE .........................................................................................................................................32

APPENDIX A COMMON FAILURES AND TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................34

A.1 THE SYSTEM CANNOT POWER ON ................................................................................................. 34 A.2 THE SYSTEM CANNOT POWER OFF ................................................................................................ 34 A.3 CANNOT CHARGE ........................................................................................................................... 34 A.4 NO ECHO........................................................................................................................................ 34 A.5 ABNORMAL ERROR OF THICKNESS MEASUREMENT READING....................................................... 35

APPENDIX B SPECIFICATIONS...........................................................................................................36

APPENDIX C SUBMENU DEFAULT VALUE AND RANGE OR OPTION......................................39

APPENDIX D AVAILABLE PROBES SPECIFICATION ....................................................................48

APPENDIX E ABOUT CTS-59 ...............................................................................................................52

E.1 APPEARANCE .................................................................................................................................... 52 E.2 MENU STRUCTURE ........................................................................................................................... 52 E.3 CTS-59 SYMBOL AND INFORMATION PROMPT AREA ...................................................................... 57 E.4 FUNCTIONAL OPERATION OF ADDITIONAL MAIN MENU ................................................................... 58

E.4.1 PROBE ....................................................................................................................................... 58 E.4.2 V-PATH........................................................................................................................................ 59 E.4.3 TDG ............................................................................................................................................. 61 E.4.4 TEMP .......................................................................................................................................... 62 E.4.5 COAT........................................................................................................................................... 62 E.4.6 B-SCAN ...................................................................................................................................... 63 E.4.7 MULTI.......................................................................................................................................... 68


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APPENDIX F ACOUSTIC VELOCITY OF MATERIALS ...................................................................71

CONTACT INFORMATION........................................................................................................................71


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Preface

The CTS-49 digital ultrasonic thickness gauge is the perfect combination of various advanced

high technologies such as ultrasound, computer, electronics, molding and processes. This palm-

held thickness gauge is suitable for thickness or acoustic velocity measurement of metal and

many other materials. It supports dual and single element probes for erosive and wall-thickness

measurement.

Outstanding measurement features, such as A-scan display, high sensitivity, precise

measurement and through-coating thickness measurement, are available on the system. More

features such as multi-language menus, large data storage, computer communication, compact

design, as well as left & right handed operation, can be found on the unit. It is suitable for

ultrasound thickness measurement in machinery, chemistry, ship building, aeronautical and

aerospace industries.

Main features of the CTS-49 digital ultrasonic thickness gauge:

1 Small size The dimension of the whole unit is 105mm 180 mm 42mm (WHD).

2 5-inch 800480 pixels high-definition color TFT-LCD monitor, high-brightness LED backlight

(visible under sunlight).

3 Light weight The total weight of the unit (including battery) is 0.6kg only.

4 Low consumption a fully-recharged battery can support the system to work continuously

over 6 hours.

5 High performance It supports dual and single element probes, A-scan display, thru-

coating thickness measurement, auto-search measurement, velocity dynamic measurement,

and single/dual point correction functions.

6 Rich functions The Landscape/ Portrait screen display good for left/right handed

operation; microSD card holder and minUSB slave port for powerful data storage,

transmission and post-processing.

7 Easy operation Concise buttons, fast button switch between standard/ simple menu

interface, user-defined buttons for flexible setting, friendly interface, easy to read.

This Operation Manual contains the following chapters:


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Chapter 1 gives a brief introduction to the system.

Chapter 2 describes system menus and functional operation.

Chapter 3 describes general workflow and main points of system application, so as to facilitate

the users to operate the system quickly and conveniently.

Chapter 4 describes how to use peripheral devices, ports and accessories.

Chapter 5 describes operator training and system maintenance.

Appendix A describes how to identify system common failures and troubleshoot the problems.

Appendix B describes system main performance specifications.

Appendix C describes system submenus.

Appendix D describes available probe specification.

Appendix E describes differences between CTS-59 and CTS-49, and corresponding operation

methods.

Appendix F lists common material velocity.

To know system features and operation, as well as how to perform ultrasonic thickness

measurement with the system, please read this Operation Manual carefully before using the

system.


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Operation Cautions and Safety Guide

1) Please keep this Operation Manual and always operate the system by following the steps

and methods described in the Operation Manual.

2) Before operating the system, the operator shall have received formal training on

ultrasonic testing.

3) Do not try to dismantle and repair the system unless specifically described in the

Operation Manual.

4) The system warranty will be void if the fragile labels on specific positions are damaged.

5) Do not place the system in the place of moisture or near radiator, strong magnetic field or

heat source.

6) When the system is not in use for a long time, it should be powered up at lease once

every month.

7) Avoid collide any hard object against the display screen.

8) Do not use a damaged or worn-out power cable.

9) For cautions on using the battery, please refer to Chapter 4.


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Chapter 1 System

1.1 Appearance

Fig. 1-1 System Front View

Standard/ simple interface switch key

Power on/off / Shift/ step key

User-defined function key 1/2

Power/ charging indicator

Direction and confirmation key


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Fig. 1-2 System Back View

Fig. 1-3 System Side View

Zero calibration block

Battery

Battery fixing clip

Handle

Handle


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Fig. 1-4 System Top View

Fig. 1-5 System Bottom View

1.2 Port and Socket

Table 1-1 Usage of Ports and Sockets

Name Usage

Probe Socket T, R Compatible with LEMO00, for connecting to probes. T for

transmitting while R for receiving.

microSD card holder To be inserted with a microSD card, for storing measurement data sets.

miniUSB port Slave device, for connecting to a PC

DC Power In Socket

For main unit power supply when connected to the external

power adapter (CD-92A), or charging the battery (DC-A004)

installed on the main unit.

I/O port Reserved

Probe Socket T

Probe Socket R

DC Power In Socket

miniUSB port (slave) I/O port (reserved)

microSD card holder


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1.3 Key

Table 1-2 Key Function Description

Key Key Name Function

, , , Direction To select menu, increase/ decrease value and switch

option. Special function in simple menu interface.

Confirm To enter or exit a submenu, execute a function or

confirm an item.

User-defined function key 1, which can be defined as

either AutoSearch (default) or WorkMode.

User-defined User-defined function key 2, which can be defined as

Freeze/MeasVEL/SaveMeasData

Function Switch key between standard/ simple interface, for fast switch between standard/ simple menu.

Power/

Function

Power on/off: Press and hold it briefly for about one

second to turn on/off the system.

Shift/ step key: To run coarse and fine adjustment/ shift/

step function subject to the operation.

++ Combination Pressing the two keys at the same time to switch to the

waveform frozen/ unfrozen state in testing.

1.4 Menu

Please refer to Table 1-3 for the menu structure. For detailed menu description, see Appendix C.

Table 1-3 Menu Structure

Main Menu Submenu

ProbeType WorkMode ProbeZero^

Vel^ CalOption

CAL

Ref1


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Main Menu Submenu

Ref2 CAL

GAStart dB

Table 1-3 Menu Structure (continued)

Main Menu Submenu

Range^ DisplayDelay^

dB AutoSearch

MaxSearchGain FloatingGain MeasMode

DiffRef AVGNum MeasVEL

THKValueRef^ LastReading

MEAS


Main Menu Submenu

GAStart

GAWidth GAThresh

GBStart

GBWidth

GATE

GBThresh


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Main Menu Submenu

StoreNum FileName

Save Recall Delete

DeleteAll ToSDCard

AllToSDCard

PARAM

StoreCapability


Main Menu Submenu

FileNum FileName FileFormat

Line Column

DATA

Point

Main Menu Submenu

MeasCount Rectify

ScreenMode F1-Function F2-Function Brightness

Color Precision Language

Unit Date Time

AutoPowerOffDefault Update

CONF

About


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Main Menu Submenu

Save Recall Delete

DeleteFile DeleteAllFiles StoreLocation

StoreCapability


Main Menu Submenu

MaxAlarmSWMinAlarmSW

MaxAlarm MinAlarm

ALARM

BuzzerSW

Note 1: The submenu marked with ^ has coarse adjustment/ fine adjustment. The submenu

marked with ^ on the right indicates it is in fine adjustment, while the submenu with -

mark in coarse adjustment.

Note 2: The submenu marked with has step adjustment, and the number on the right of

the submenu with means the step value.


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1.5 Screen Interface

Portrait screen standard operation:

Portrait screen simple operation:

Simple operation menu area

Measurement value

buffer area

Operation prompt area

Waveform display area

Measurement data area

Submenu display area

Symbol and information prompt area

Main menu display area


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Landscape screen standard operation:

Landscape screen simple operation:

Main menu display area

Submenu display area

Measurement data area

Waveform display area

Symbol and information prompt area

Simple operation menu area

Measurement value buffer area

Operation prompt area


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1.6 Waveform Display Area

1.7 Measurement Data Area

1.8 Symbol and Information Prompt Area

See the figure below for the view of symbol and information prompt area. Whenever a message shows, the prompt will overlay the symbol, or the symbol will always display if no prompt message. See Table 1-4 for the description of symbols and parameters.

Measurement point symbol

(standard operation)

Display range start and end

Coupling symbol


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Table 1-4 Description of Parameters and Symbols

Parameter & Symbol Description

A

Start AutoSearch or FloatingGain functions.

A: start AutoSearch function.

FA: start FloatingGain function of gate A.

FB: start FloatingGain function of gate B.

E: start EchoToEchoMode.

If no, the display is blank.

* Start Freeze function. If no, the display is blank.

STD/MAX/MIN/DIFF/AVG Measurement mode, symbols for Standard/ Maximum/ Minimum/

Difference/ Average

2011-10-01 00:59 Date and time

5920m/s Current velocity

7.921us Current probe delay

/ Single/ Dual element probe type

/ WorkMode symbol, for normal/ through coating (or

EchoToEchoMode)

Alarm indicator. In alarm state, the color changes and the mark is

filled and flashing. In non-alarm state, it is hollow. On its right, H is for

over high limit alarm, and L is for over low limit alarm.

Battery capacity indicator.


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Chapter 2 System Operation

2.1 Power Supply

The power of this system can be supplied by either the battery (DC-A004) or the power adapter

(CD-92A):

a Battery

Operation:

Install the battery according to 4.4.1 Battery Installation and Disassembly.

b Adapter

Operation:

1 Insert the adapter AC power in plug in the AC socket (AC 100V~240V).

2 Insert the adapter DC power out plug in DC Power In Socket (DC-12V) at the bottom of

the system.

2.2 Power on

Operation:

Press Power Key to turn on the system, and the power indicator on the panel will turn

green. The system screen will display SIUI logo and the model. After initialization, it will go to

standard operation screen.

Note 1: The system power-up parameter settings are the same as those before the system

is powered off last time in normal state.

Note 2: If the system cannot be powered on, please refer to Appendix A Common Failures

and Troubleshooting.


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2.3 Power Off

Operation:

Press and hold Power Key for about two seconds, and the power-off screen will be

displayed and the system will be turned off.

Note: If the system cannot be powered off, please refer to Appendix A Common Failures and

Troubleshooting.

2.4 Operation Interface Selection

Press on the keypad to switch between the standard and simple menu interface.

2.5 Main Menu Selection

Provided that no submenu is selected (i.e. the submenu is highlighted in white), press or

to switch selecting the 7 main menus.

2.6 Submenu Selection

If not specified, the submenu shall be selected as below:

Operation in standard interface:

Press the direction key or to select the submenu. And the selected submenu is

highlighted in white. Press to enter the selected submenu, and the submenu is highlighted in

red. Then press the direction key or to adjust the submenu.

Operation in simple interface:

Press to enter the submenu, and the selected submenu is highlighted in red. Then press

or to change the menu value. Press or to select other submenu. Press again to

exit the submenu.


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2.7 Turning Page

1 Main menu turning page: Press or , when the main menu reaches the last menu of

the current page, it will jump to the first menu of the main menu page automatically.

2 Submenu turning page: Press or , when the submenu reaches the last menu of

the current page, it will jump to the first menu of the submenu page automatically.

2.8 Submenu Adjustment

If not specified, the submenu value or item shall be adjusted by following the steps below.

Operation:

1 Select the submenu to be adjusted. Please refer to 2.6 Submenu Selection.

2 Use the direction key or to increase/decrease submenu value or toggle among items.

Note 1: When adjusting submenu value, hold on the adjust key may speed up the value

increase/decrease.

Note 2: For submenu with status switch operation, a symbol is indicated on the right of the

submenu. Switch between the states by repeatedly pressing the key.

2.9 Shortcut Operation

1 User-defined key F1 and F2

Press the keypad or key to enable or disable the preset functions, and change the

F1 and F2 preset functions in the main menu setup.

2 In the simple operation interface, before entering the submenu, the direction key has the

shortcut operation function, and the user may follow the on-screen prompt to operate. After

pressing to enter the submenu, the direction key returns to its original submenu select or

value adjust function.


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2.10 Calibration Function

a) Standard Calibration

When WorkMode is Normal, go to the CAL main menu, select 1 Point or 2Points in CalOption.

I. 1 Point is for zero calibration only, generally a test block with known acoustic velocity and

thickness is used for calibration. Steps are as follows:

1 Set the thickness of Ref1.

2 Place the probe on the test block with the corresponding thickness.

3 Ensure that the coupling between the probe and the test block is good, adjust the gain,

range and gate A, and bring gate A to record the first echo of Ref1.

4 Go to CAL sub-menu, press to run calibration.

5 If the calibration is finished successfully, a prompt message will be displayed in the

information prompt area.

II. 2Points is for zero and velocity calibration. Usually two test blocks with known but different

thickness are used for calibration. Steps are as follows:

1 Set the thickness of Ref1 and Ref2.

2 Place the probe on the test block with the thickness of Ref1.



4 Go to CAL sub-menu, press to confirm the measured value of Ref1.

5 Place the probe on the test block with the thickness of Ref2.



7 Go to CAL sub-menu, press to confirm the measured value of Ref2 and run

calibration.

8 If the calibration is finished successfully, a prompt message will be displayed in the

information prompt area.

b) Fast Zero Calibration

When WorkMode is Normal, press to enter the simple operation interface. Here are the


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zero calibration steps:

1) Adjust the waveform and the gate, and bring gate A to record the first echo of the test

block on the system.

2) Press to run zero calibration.

Note 1: Calibration can only be performed when WorkMode is Normal. When performing

the above calibration, use AutoSearch for quick adjustment, if necessary turn off AutoSearch for

manual precise adjustment.

Note 2: Quick zero calibration should be performed on the test block on the system.

When calibration is finished, you may begin to measure. See Chapter 3 for General thickness

measurement workflow.

2.11 AutoSearch and FloatingGain Functions

2.11.1 AutoSearch

When using dual-element probe , with this function quick waveform search and adjustment can

be carried out subject to waveform signals received. The AutoSearch function provides a shortcut

for quick system adjustment and then performs measurement based on the waveform signals of

the measured thickness. Such function includes: adjusting DisplayDelay, Range, Gain and gate

measurement. However, AutoSearch cannot replace manual adjustment completely, which is also

subject to probe selection, as well as material, thickness and surface status of work piece. If

AutoSearch function can not achieve proper capture for measurement, please turn off the

AutoSearch function, but adjust manually for measurement.

Operation:

When using dual-element probe, turn on the AutoSearch function in the MEAS main menu, or

press (provided is defined as AutoSearch) to activate the function.

When WorkMode is Normal, through search by the software, bring gate A to record the first echo,

and increase autogain of the first peak of the echo to 80%.

When WorkMode is Thru-Coating, through search by the software, bring gate A to record the

first echo, and increase the autogain of the max. Echo peak to 80%, and gate B will auto record

the second echo.


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Note:

1. When using single-element probe, AutoSearch function in Normal and Through-Coating

work modes can only have gain automatic adjustment within gate A.

2. When EchoToEchoMode is selected, the AutoSearch function is disabled. The gain

automatic adjustment can only work by FloatingGain function.

3. The AutoSearch function is default to auto search continuously after bootup. It can be

set to auto search once, that is to run auto search once only upon each bootup. Select

AutoSearch from the main menu MEAS, press the shift button and toggle

between Continue and One. Press or to switch between start or stop.

2.11. 2 FloatingGain

When FloatingGain is on, gate A or gate B can perform FloatingGain function (only for Thru-

Coating mode and EchoToEchoMode). When WorkMode is Normal, the system will

automatically bring the first wave peak amplitude within gate A to 80% height. When

WorkMode is Thru-Coating mode or EchoToEchoMode, the system will automatically bring

the highest wave peak amplitude within selected gate to 80% height.

This function can not be activated with AutoSearch function at the same time.

Note: When AutoSearch or FloatingGain is on, the maximum value of self-adjusting gain

is limited by the MaxSearchGain. By adjusting this set value, users can define the

maximum value of self-adjusting gain. If this value is set too high, it may search the

clutter signal. If this value is set too low, it may not search the desired signal. Specific

settings need to be adjusted based on factors such as probe and workpiece.

2.12 WorkMode

There are three work modes for selection: Normal, Thru-Coating and EchoToEchoMode.

a) When WorkMode is Normal, the measurement reading is the measurement value

between the display zero and the zero-crossing before the first peak higher than

GAThresh (the position is auto tracked by the small upside down triangular symbol). See

Fig. a below.

b) When WorkMode is Thru-Coating, the measurement reading is the measurement value


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between the zero-crossing before the highest peak higher than GAThresh (the position

is auto tracked by the small upside down triangular symbol) and the zero-crossing

before the highest peak higher than GBThresh. See Fig. b as below.

c) When WorkMode is EchoToEchoMode, the measurement reading is the measurement

value between the zero-crossing before the highest peak higher than GAThresh (the

position is auto tracked by the small upside down triangular symbol) and the zero-

crossing before the highest peak higher than GBThresh. See Fig. c as below.

In EchoToEchoMode, gate A is the triggered gate. Adjust gate A to hitch the first bottom

wave (It is neccessary to make sure that the measuring position within the gate is the

correct highest wave peak position of the first bottom beam. It can be judged by

adjusting gate start, gate width and the small upside down triangular symbol.) The

system will automatically move the GBStart in proportion to make gate B cover the

second bottom wave based on the highest peak position within gate A. The difference

between highest peak within gate B and gate A is the thickness of Echo to Echo (It is

necessary to make sure that the measuring position within the gate B is the correct

highest wave peak position of the second bottom beam. It can be judged by adjusting

GBWidth and the small upside down triangular symbol. ).

EchoToEchoMode is suitable for quick measurement of different thickness by B1-B2.

When it is necessary to arbitrarily adjust two gate positions to have manual

measurement, please use Thru-Coating mode to adjust the start and width of both gates

and measure required Bm-Bn (e.g. B2-B3, or B3-B4) value.

When WorkMode is Normal

(a)

zero-crossing before peak

peak of measurement point


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When WorkMode is Thru-Coating

(b)

When WorkMode is EchoToEchoMode

(C)

Note:

1. Adjust the measured waveform amplitude or gate based on the measurement

requirements above, and enable the signal at the measured position higher than gate

thresh, so as to ensure correct measurement. In case AutoSearch or FloatingGain

function does not work, disable auto functions and adjust manually.

2. When Rectify is set at RF, the default GAThresh is minus, i.e. measuring the negative

signal of waveform (below the baseline).The measurement value is corresponding to the

first peak of negative signal higher than GAThresh. The zero-crossing before the peak is

stable, which is good for stable display of measurement value. When GAThresh is set as

positive, i.e. measuring the positive signal of waveform (above the baseline), the

Peak symbol of thickness measurement end under coating

Peak symbol of thickness measurement start under coating

Zero-crossing before peak of measurement

Zero-crossing before peak of measurement end

Peak symbol of beam measurement point of the first wave

Peak symbol of beam measurement point of the second wave

Zero-crossing before peak of beam measurement

Zero-crossing before peak of beam measurement point of the second wave


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measurement value is corresponding to the first peak of positive signal higher than

GAThresh. The zero-crossing before the peak, influenced by baseline noise, is bad in

stability, which is not good for stable display of measurement value.

3. Rectify is recommended to be set as RF (at the same time, set GAThresh as minus) or

Negative, so as to get the most stable measurement value display.

2.13 Velocity Measurement

Use this function to measure velocity of workpiece, provided that the thickness of the workpiece is

known.

Operation:

1 Go to Meas main menu.

2 Set up THKValueRef.

3 Turn on the submenu MeasVEL.

4 Place the probe on the test block with thickness corresponding to THKValueRef.

Ensure that the coupling is good and the gate has recorded the echo.

5 The data displayed in the measurement display area is the velocity value.

2.14 PARAM Storage

PARAM storage includes saving all menu setup, waveforms and measurement values. Up to 100

parameter sets can be saved. This function is also for saving user-defined probe parameter

setting or special testing status. The parameter sets are only saved in main unit and the current or

all parameter sets can be transferred to SD card in the microSD card holder.

In FileName submenu, the file name can be inputted from the virtual keyboard. The created file

name will be corresponded with StoreNum. Only FileNum with created FileName can be stored.

2.14.1 Save

1 Select StoreNum, and select the store set number without the sign . The

StoreNum with means the set number has been saved with data.


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2 Go to FileName, press , , , to select characters and press to confirm the

selected character. Press to delete and backspace one character.

3 Press to confirm the inputted FileName. Press to cancel the input and exit

the FileName input screen.

4 Enable Save function.

5 If the save operation is finished, the information prompt area will prompt Completed.

2.14.2 Recall

1 Select the StoreNum with a .

2 Enable Recall function, and recall all the menu setup and waveforms, and the system

is frozen. Unfreeze to quit recall.

2.14.3 Delete

1 Select the StoreNum with a .

2 Turn on Delete. The file of the selected StoreNum is deleted, and the mark

disappears.

2.15 DATA Storage

DATA Storage includes saving all menu setup, waveforms and measurement values. The

difference from PARAM (parameter sets) is the storage structure, and the storage content is

saved in files. In each file, the user may save the data with certain common features, and each

data set has its multiple data format. Data sets can be saved in main unit or SD card. Before

storage, please confirm the storage location (Local/SDCard) .

In FileName submenu, the file name can be inputted from the virtual keyboard. The created file

name will be corresponded with StoreNum. Only FileNum with created FileName can be stored.


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2.15.1 Save

To save to system disk.

1 Go to FileName. Press , , or to select the character, and then press

to confirm it. Press to delete and backspace one character.

2 Press to confirm the inputted file name. Press to cancel the inputted and

exit the FileName input screen.

3 Go to FileFormat, and select 1D,2D or 3D.

4 Select Line, Column or Point with mark. While mark means that data has

been saved at this location, and no additional storage is allowed. The actual storage

capability for Line, Column or Point is related with the rest storage capability.

5 Turn on Save. If the save operation is finished, the information prompt area will prompt

Completed.

Note 1: If the file name for the file number already exists, changing the file name is

equivalent to file rename, with the file content remains unchanged.

Note 2: Up to 8 characters only (including spaces) can be inputted as the file name. If the file

name is longer than 8 characters, the last character will be replaced with a new character.

Note 3: If the file is already saved with data, it is not allowed to change the file format.

Note 4: Only Line can be selected for 1D format; Line and Column can be selected for 2D

format; Line, Column or Point can be selected for 3D format. The options not selectable are

displayed with *.

Note 5: The actual file number that can be created is related with the rest storage capability.

2.15.2 Recall

1) Select FileNum.

2) Select Line, Column or Point with mark.

3) Enable Recall function, and recall all the menu setup and waveforms corresponding with

the measured location, and the system is frozen. Unfreeze and the system will refresh


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the setup with the recalled menu setup as the current system setup.

2.15.3 Delete

a) Delete Current File Storage Location Data

1) Select FileNum.

2) Select the data location with a .

3) Turn on Delete. The location content of the selected FileNum is deleted, and the

mark disappears.

b) Delete Current File All Storage Location Data

1) Select FileNum.

2) Turn on DeleteFile, and all storage location data for the current file will be deleted.

c) Delete All File Alll Storage Location Data

1) Select FileNum.

2) Select DeleteAllFiles, and all storage location data for all files t will be deleted.


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Chapter 3 Application of Thickness Measurement

3.1 General Work Flow

Fig. 3-1 General Work Flow

The general work flow of thickness measurement on the system is as shown in Fig. 3-1 in

Normal mode.


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3.2 Application Keynote of Thickness Measurement

For most materials, such as carbon steel, etc., the general workflow above is practical and

effective. On how to use the system, operation of calibration and auto search function in particular,

please see Chapter 2 System Operation.

When testing a thickness close to the critical measurement range, the auto-search function

sometimes needs manual adjustment and decision by the operator, so as to ensure accurate

measurement. While for coarse-grained, high-attenuation material (such as ductile iron), special

composite material and multi-layer material, please adjust manually for measurement. It would be

important that the operator has certain ultrasound theory and testing knowledge.


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Chapter 4 Peripheral Devices, Ports and Accessories

4.1 Probe Socket

The probe sockets of the system are compatible to LEMO00 standard connectors. When testing

with the system, use the cable configured with the system or a cable of the same type to connect

to a proper probe.

For testing with one single-element probe, either probe socket (in internal parallel connection) can

be used. While for testing with a dual (TR) probe, connect one end to the transmitting socket T

and the other end to the receiving socket R.

4.2 MiniUSB Port

4.2.1 Connect to a PC

Operation:

1 With the system turned on, connect one end of the communication cable to the miniUSB port

of the system, and the other end to the USB port of a power-up PC.

2 Upon successful connection, the PC software gives a prompt message.

4.2.2 Disconnect from a PC

Remove the USB cable from the miniUSB port of the system directly.

4.3 MicroSD Card Holder

4.3.1 Insert microSD card

Insert the microSD card in the correction direction to the microSD card holder on the system,

push it in till a sound is heard when it reaches the fixing device in the card holder. Restart the

system, and the microSD card will get ready. Now the user may perform data storage or software


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update.

4.3.2 Remove microSD card

Turn off the system, push the microSD card into the system, release it only when a sound is

heard from the fixing device in the card holder. Now the microSD card comes out, and you may

remove it.

4.4 Battery

4.4.1 Battery Installation and Removal

Follow the below operation procedure to install the battery (DC-A004):

1 Align the positioning device at the bottom of the battery to the bottom of the system.

2 Insert the battery, push the battery in place, and press the battery against the back of the

system. Fix the battery fixing clip.

Follow the operation procedure to remove the battery:

1 Press the battery fixing clip downward and pull it away from the system back, so as to detach

the battery from the fixing clip of the system.

2 Take out the battery upwards.

4.4.2 Charging the Battery

Operation:

1 Insert the adapter (CD-92A) power plug into the AC socket (AC 100V~240V).

2 Insert the DC Out plug of the adapter in the main unit power in socket. If the battery is

installed in the main unit, the power/ charging indicator at the bottom of the main unit keypad

will be on (in red) for recharge.

3 When the power/ charging indicator turns green, it means the recharge is finished. Usually it

takes 6 hours for one full recharge (with the battery in the system).

4 Disconnect the power adapter from AC power supply and the main unit.

Note:


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1 The system supports recharge while it is in operation. However, it is not recommended to

keeyp on such operating state frequently. Because when the battery is fully discharged and

starts recharge, the load on the power adapter is big and the heat is obvious, and the

recharge while in operation will keep the main unit at a nearly full load state, which is not

good for its operating life.

2 When the battery is recharged while in operation, the power/ charging indicator at the bottom

of the system keypad will be always on (in green).

3 When the battery is charging, if the power adapter indicator flashes between red and green

briefly, it is normal.

4.4.3 Using the Battery

The battery capacity indicator is shown on the top right of symbol information area. More

occupied boxes mean higher power capacity. When the battery box indicator is blank and has a

red frame, it means that the battery power is running out, and you should recharge or replace the

battery in time. A new DC-A004 battery, if fully charged, may work continuously over 6 hours.

Note: When the battery power is very low, to avoid battery over-discharge, the system will be

turned off automatically.

4.4.4 Battery Maintenance

The capacity and the service life of the rechargeable battery depend on whether the battery is

used properly. Please recharge the battery (DC-A004) through the system main unit with the

configured power adapter (CD-92A). On how to recharge the battery, please refer to 4.4.2

Charging the Battery.

In the following cases, the battery shall be charged:

1 Before using the battery for the first time;

2 If the battery is stored for or over 3 months;

3 After frequent discharge.


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4.4.5 Airlift Requirements for battery

a) For air transporting the system, the battery should be put in the system and placed in the

unchecked baggage. For shipping, insulating terminals of the battery and placing the

battery inside the system. (although switch of the system prevents unintentional activation );

b) For air transporting the battery, be sure to insulate terminals of the battery (such as placing

single battery in a separate plastic bag or protective case to prevent short circuit) and put

battery in the unchecked baggage.

Note: Battery matching this system has passed the test required in the section 38.3 of

Part III of UN Manual of Tests and Criteria. If you have any questions, please

contact local aviation authorities for further guidance.

4.4.6 Cautions on using the battery:

1) When the system is being operated with an adapter or the battery is being recharged,

please connect with stable and reliable mains power supply (AC 100V~240V,

50Hz~60Hz);

2) The system battery can only be recharged with the adapter in the method specified.

3) Please recharge the system battery in a cool and ventilated room, otherwise, the battery

charging effect might be affected.

4) When the system is not in use for a long time, the battery should be recharged and

discharged at least once every three months.

5) During storage or transportation, the battery shall be stored with half capacity, i.e. its

voltage shall be 7.2V~7.7V, so as to avoid any gas generated or gas inflation.

6) When system battery comes to the end of its service life, in order to avoid environmental

pollution, do not discard, break or crush the battery at will. Please dispose it properly

according to applicable laws and regulations or national standards.

7) It is prohibited to throw the battery into fire, so as to avoid explosion or producing toxic

chemicals.

8) Do not charge the battery near fire source or in extremely hot environment.


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9) It is prohibited to make electric conductor contact battery pole plate, so as to avoid short

circuit.

10) Keep the battery from moisture and never throw it into water.

11) Do not store the battery in the temperature higher than 60 or lower than -20 ;

12) Do not use the battery if it is in peculiar smelling, heats, distortion, changed color or any

other abnormity.

4.5 Power Adapter

The system configured power adapter (CD-92A) may serve for power supply of system operation,

or charging the battery through the system.

Cautions on using the adapter:

1) Do not use the adapter on a plug-loosen socket.

2) Do remember that the total load of the adapter plugged into the socket shall not exceed

its rated load.

4.6 Fast Charger CD-B010 (Option)

When the battery DC-A004 is removed from the main unit, you may charge the battery outside of

the system with the fast charger CD-B010. A complete recharge takes about 3 hours.

Operation:

1 Insert the power plug of the adapter CD-92A to the AC outlet (AC 100V ~ 240V).

2 Insert the DC power out plug of the adapter to the power in socket (DC 12V) of the fast

charger CD-B010. Then insert the charge output plug of CD-B010 to the charge input

socket of the battery. Now the charger power / charge indicator is red, which means

charging.

3 When the CD-B010 charger power / charge indicator turns green, it means charging is

finished. A full charge usually takes about 3 hours.

4 When charging is finished, disconnect the power adapter from the AC power and the

charger. Unplug the CD-B010 charge output plug connected to the battery DC-A004.


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Note:

1. If the configured car charging cable is in use, that is one end of the cable is connected to

the car power supply (DC 12V) socket, and the other end to the power in socket (DC 12V) of

the fast charger CD-B010, such connection is an alternative to the adapter CD-92A. You may

charge the DC-A004 battery on the car.

2. In the charging process, you may feel the obvious heat from the housing of the charger,

which is normal. When charging the battery, please keep the CD-B010 charger in a well-

ventilated place, away from flammable and explosive materials.


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Chapter 5 Training, System Maintenance and Service

5.1 Training

To ensure a safe and proper operation, the operator shall receive appropriate training on

ultrasound testing, and read this operation instruction before operating this system. The lack of

relevant knowledge on ultrasound testing may lead to unpredictable wrong testing results.

Therefore, to acquire information on ultrasonic testing training and qualification, please contact

relevant NDT societies, organizations or SIUI.

5.2 System Maintenance

Please use the factory configured accessories and options, such as the probe cable and the

communication cable. Incompatible cables may result in system internal circuit failure or external

connector damage. DO NOT drop any liquid into the system.

The system housing, glass panel and other parts can be cleaned with a piece of cloth soaked

with a little water or neutral household cleanser.

Note: DO NOT use any solvent to clean the system. The plastic parts may be damaged or

become fragile if being cleaned with solvent.

5.3 Service

The system adopts the latest technologies and is made of high quality components. The process

inspection, the in-process testing and the quality management system are all certified by

ISO9001, ensuring that the system performance is optimized.

SIUI provide 2 years warranty for the system main unit. In case any failure is found in the system,

please shut off the system and take out the battery. Contact SIUI service department whenever it

is necessary to repair or recalibrate the system. The warranty does not cover any unauthorized

repair or disassembly.


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Under the following situations, the safe operation of the system is not ensured:

1 The system is obviously damaged (with abnormal display or internal sound).

2 The system is stored in adverse environment for a long time (e.g. abnormal temperature or

high humidity, or erosive condition).

3 Severe fall-down or pressure during transportation.

Note : Before transportation, the system shall be packed to meet the requirements of

shockproof, waterproof and humidity-proof, in order to avoid system damage due to

rain, snow, mechanical collision or strong shock.


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Appendix A Common Failures and Troubleshooting

A.1 The system cannot power on

a If the power supply is from the battery:

1 Try to replace the battery with full capacity if the capacity is low.

2 Change the power supply to the adapter.

b If the power supply is from the adapter:

1 Check if the system is connected to the adapter plug, or if the plug comes loose.

2 Check if the adapter indicator indicates the adapter works properly.

3 If the battery is not used on the system, try to use the system with a fully

charged battery.

c If the failure still exists after trying the solutions above, please contact the distributor or

SIUI.

A.2 The system cannot power off

a Long press the power key for 3 seconds to force the system shutdown.

b If force shutdown fails, unplug the adapter or remove the battery to cut off power

supply. Reboot the system to see whether it is in normal operation. If not, try to contact

the distributor or SIUI for repair as soon as possible.

A.3 Cannot charge

a Check if the plug connection of the adapter is good or not.

b Check if the indicator of the power adapter indicates normal operation.

A.4 No Echo

a Check if ProbeType is set up properly. If it is set Dual but connected to a single-


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element probe, or the vice versa.

b Check if the probe cable is in bad contact. Try to replace another probe cable.

c Check if the configurations such as gain, range, delay and zero are correct.

d Set the system at Default, connect a standard configured probe, and start the

AutoSearch function. Couple the probe on the test block of the system. If echoes are

displayed, the failure is due to improper setting.

e If the failure still exists after trying the solutions above, please contact the distributor or

SIUI.

A.5 Abnormal error of thickness measurement reading

a Check if ProbeType and WorkMode are set up properly.

b Check if velocity or zero is calibrated.

c Check if gain and gate are set up properly, such as the gate does not record the echo

to be measured, or the measurement point is not found properly due to AutoSearch

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Appendix B Specifications

Table B-1 Specifications

No. Item Specifications and Configuration

1 Display

Screen

800480 pixels, 5 high-resolution color TFT-LCD monitor, with

high-brightness LED backlight (visible under sunlight)

2

Measurement

Mode

Standard (R-B1, transmit pulse to the first echo);

Thru-coating measurement or EchoToEchoMode measurement

(B1-B2, or Bm-Bn);

All measurements using Zero Crossing.

3 Measurement

Range

0.5600mm (subject to probe, material, temperature and selected configuration)

4 Display

Resolution 0.01mm / 0.1mm (0.001in / 0.01in)

5

Compatible

Probes

Dual-element delay type(with probe cable): TG5-10L (standard configuration) TG7.5-6L TG5-10HL TG2-12L TG5-6L TG5-8L Single-element delay type : TG5-6DL TG7.5-6DL TG10-6DL TG7.5-3DMD TG10-3DMD TG15-3DMD Single-element contact type: TG0.5-25NL TG0.5-30NL TG1-20NL TG2.5-20NL

6 Velocity Range 40015000 m/s 7 Gain 0-110dB manually adjustable/auto (for auto-search or floating gain)

8

Auto Search

Off/On: With this function activated, proper display range and gain

can be adjusted automatically based on the measured waveform

echo, which improves measurement efficiency.


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9 A -scan Rectify RF /Full/Positive/Negative

10 Pulser

Negative square wave transmission, with pulse-width and voltage

auto matching the probe

11 Measurement

times 4/8/16/32

12

Display Error

When using the standard configured probe (TG5-10L) : 0.80mm 9.99mm 0.05mm 10.00mm 99.99mm (1H + 0.04)mm 100.0mm 400.0mm 3H mm

Note: H is thickness of the detected material. 13 Tube Wall

Thickness

Measurement

With a configured probe, it can measure steel tube with diameter

not less than 20mm and wall thickness not less than 2.0mm

14 Calibration a. Fast zero point calibration with the built-in test block. b. User-defined calibration (1 point/ 2 points calibration)

15 Measurement

Function STD/MAX/MIN/DIFF/AVG

16 Interface Mode Standard /Simple menu measurement interface

17 Other

Functions

Velocity dynamic measurement, measurement value over-limit

symbol, sound alarm and freeze function.

18 Portrait /

Landscape

Screen

Portrait /Landscape screen/ auto (gravity-sensing auto switch),

suitable for left/ right handed operation

19 Storage

Function

Main Unit Storage:

Max. 10,000 sets of measurement data (including measurement

value, parameter setup and waveform data. Three file formats

available for different applications);

Up to 100 sets of parameter file data (such as measurement value ,

parameter setup and waveform data)

MicroSD card:

Max. 40,000 sets of measurement data.

20 Data

Transmission

The data can be stored to a micro SD card and transferred to a PC

via a card reader;

It can also be transferred to a PC via the miniUSB port.

21 Measure Unit inch/mm


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22 Language English/ French/ Spanish/ Portuguese/Polish/German/Chinese/

Russian

23 Auto Shutoff Off/2/5/10/20/30 minutes for selection

24 Operation

Temperature -10~45

25 Power Supply a. DC 12V power adapter

b. 6hours operation with 7.4V rechargeable lithium battery set

26 Battery

Charge Time

a. With battery in the system: approx. 6 hours

b. With external fast charger (CD-B010 charger, option): approx. 3

hours

27 Dimension &

Weight

105 mm 180 mm 42 mm (WHD)

Approx. 600g (including battery)

28 Main Unit Port MiniUSB, micro SD card holder, DC-IN (DC12V input)

LEMO 00 compliant (T/R)


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Appendix C Submenu Default Value and Range or Option

Table C-1 Submenu Default Value and Range or Option

Main Menu

Submenu Unit Default Adjustable range

or option Remark

CAL ProbeType TG5-10L

Dual-element delay type(with probe cable): TG5-10L (standard configuration) TG7.5-6L TG5-10HL TG2-12L TG5-6L TG5-8L Single-element delay type : TG5-6DL TG7.5-6DL TG10-6DL TG7.5-3DMD TG10-3DMD TG15-3DMD Single-element contact type: TG0.5-25NL TG0.5-30NL TG1-20NL TG2.5-20NL

To select probe type, and the probe setup will be the last probe setup. Select Default will restore probein addition to custom1~custom10 setup for all the probes to their factory setting. The last 10 items in the probe type list are user-defined probes (default names: custom1~custom10). Based on the selection of factory built-in probe parameters (i.e. for the current selected probe), the probe parameters can be adjusted according to the user probe actual state (e.g. probe delay, test state, dual probe V-path correction) and saved. The user-defined probe names can be revised. Operate by following the screen prompt.


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Main Menu


or option Remark

WorkMode Normal Normal/

Thru-Coating/ EchoToEcho

Normal is to use single gate measurement, and the measurement reading is the measurement value between the display zero and the first peak higher than GAThresh; Thru-Coating and EchoToEchoMode are to use dual gate measurement, and the measurement reading is the measurement value between the highest peak higher than GAThresh and the highest peak higher than GBThresh. See section 2.12 WorkMode for details.

ProbeZero^ us 7.930 0~200 Vel^ m/s 5920 400~15000

CalOption 1 Point 1 Point /2Points select 1 Point or 2Points

Ref1 mm 4 0.1~1000. Set the thickness of Ref1

Ref2 mm 8 0.1~1000 Set the thickness of Ref2

CAL 0 0/1/2 To run calibration, and the number means operation steps

GAStart 5% 0%~120%

dB db 45 0~110 Gain adjustment, and the step value can be changed.

Range^ mm 25 10~1000 MEAS

DisplayDelay^ mm 0 0~500


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Main Menu


or option Remark

dB db 45 0~110 Gain adjustment, and the step value can be changed.

AutoSearch off

(Continue)

off (Continue)/ on (Continue)/

off (One)/ on (One)

The AutoSearch function is default to auto search continuously after bootup. It can be set to auto search once, that is to run auto search once only upon each bootup. Select AutoSearch, press

shift button and toggle between Continue and One.

Press or to

switch between start or stop. In EchoToEchoMode, the AutoSearch function is restricted. It is recommended to use FloatingGain.

MaxSearchGain db 78 0~110

In AutoSearch or FloatingGain, the user can limit the maximum of the automatic adjustment gain. If this value is set too high, it may search the clutter signal. If this value is set too low, it may not search the desired signal. Specific settings need to be adjusted based on factors such as probe and workpiece.


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Main Menu


or option Remark

FloatingGain off off/GA/GB

When FloatingGain is on, the user can automatically adjust the gain based on GA or GB (only in Thru-Coating/ EchoToEchoMode). In Normal mode, the system automatically brings the first wave peak amplitude within GA to 80% height. If it is in Thru-Coating and EchoToEchoMode, the system will automatically bring the highest wave peak amplitude within selected gate to 80% height. This function can not be activated with AutoSearch function at the same time.

MeasMode STD STD/MAX/MIN/

DIFF/AVG

To select measurement mode of Standard/ Maximum/ Minimum/ Difference/ Average. If MAX/MIN is selected, the interruption of probe coupling less than 4 seconds is ignored. Only when the interruption of probe coupling is more than 4 seconds, a new scan will be started to capture the maximum /minimum value.


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Main Menu


or option Remark

DiffRef mm 4 0.1~1000

If DIFF is selected, the measurement is the actual measurement minus the difference reference value.

AVGNum 2 2~9

If AVG is selected, the measurement is the average measurement of such number.

MeasVEL off off/on To enable MeasVEL, and the measurement result is the velocity.

THKValueRef^ mm 4 4~500

When measuring velocity, THKValueRef needs to be set up properly.

LastReading Blank(---) Hold/Blank(---)

To set up whether to maintain the last reading or show blank in the measurement display column if no coupling signal.

GAStart 5% 0%~120% GAWidth 85% 4%~120%

GAThresh 60%/-60

(RF wave) 0~90%/-10%~90%

(RF wave)

GBStart 30% 0%~120% GBWidth 85% 4%~120%

GBThresh 65%/-65

(RF wave) 0~90%/-10%~90%

(RF wave)

GATE

CONF MeasCount Hz 16 4/8/16/32 Refresh rate of measurement reading


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Main Menu


or option Remark

Rectify RF RF/Positive/ Negative/Full

The default is RF. It is recommended to use RF (with gate thresh set at minus) or Negative for testing, so as to achieve the most stable display of measurement value. See 2.11.

ScreenMode Portrait Portrait / Landscape

0/ Landscape 180/Auto

F1-Function AutoSearchAutoSearch/ WorkMode

User defined F1 function key

F2-Function Freeze Freeze/MeasVEL/

SaveMeasData

Brightness 5 1~10

Every time when the system starts, the default brightness is 5, which can be changed but not saved when poweroff. If the screen has been in operation at the high brightness, the battery operation time decreases accordingly.

Color 1 1~2

Precision .0mm/.001in01mm/.001in/

.1mm/.01in To select display precision.

Language () EN()

Chinese(CN)/ English(EN)/ French

(FR) / Spanish(SPA)/

Portuguese(PT)/ Polish(PL)/

German(DEU)/ Russian(RU) Czechic (CZ)

Unit mm mm/inch


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Main Menu


or option Remark

Date Go to the submenu, and use the direction key to change the date.

Time Go to the submenu, and use the direction key to change the time.

AutoPowerOff off off/2min/5min/10min

/20min/30min

The poweroff countdown starts when no coupling signal and no button operation is carried out. When the countdown reaches half of the time setting, the screen brightness decreases to the minimum, and the software will shut off the system when time is out.

Default off off/on

To restore the menu to factory setup, including all the probe setup. The operation does not affect the saved parameter sets and data sets.

Update off off/on DO NOT power down the system in software update!

About off off/on System version information

StoreNum 1 1~100


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Main Menu


or option Remark

FileName

In FileName submenu, file name can be input with the virtual keyboard. The created file name will be corresponded with StoreNum. Only FileNum with created FileName can be stored.

Save off off/on

To save all the menu setup and the current waveform data. Parameter sets can be saved and recalled as user-defined probe parameter file.

Recall off off/on To recall the saved menu setup and waveform data

Delete off off/on Delete current parameter file.

DeleteAll off off/on Delete all parameter files.

To SDCard off Off/on Save current parameter file to SD card.

AllToSDCard off Off/on Save all current parameter files to SD card.

PARAM

StoreCapability off Off/on Check current storage capability.

DATA FileNum

1 1~100

Select FileNum, and the file name will be renewed. The actual FileNum value is related with the rest storage capability.


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Main Menu


or option Remark

FileName

~ ~

Enter the submenu, and input the file name from the virtual keyboard. The created file name will be corresponded with StoreNum. Only FileNum with created FileName can be stored.

FileFormat

1D/2D/3D File format of the data saved

Line 1 1~200 Column 1 1~200

Point

1 1~200

Adjustable range. The actual storage capability for Line, Column or Point is related with the rest storage capability.

Save

off off/on To save valid measure data to designated storage location

Recall

To recall and display measure data

Delete

off off/on To delete the current data

DeleteFile

off off/on To delete all data of the current file

DeleteAllFiles

off off/on To delete all data of all files.

StorageLocation

local Local/SDCard

StorageCapability

Check the current storage capability

MaxAlarmSW off off/on MinAlarmSW off off/on

MaxAlarm mm 5 3~1000 To set up the maximum alarm threshold.

MinAlarm mm 3 3~1000

ALARM

BuzzerSW off off/on Alarm buzzer switch


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Appendix D Available Probes Specification

Probe Type Frequen

cy

Application Type

Crystal Diameter

Contact Diameter

Measurement Range (Having

measurement on 45# steel in Normal mode

without special instruction)

Remark

Dual-element delay type

TG5-10L 5MHz Dual-element delay type, standard, commonly

use

10mm 11.8mm 0.8400mm With probe cable

TG7.5-6L 7.5MHz Dual-element delay type,

standard, thin plate

6mm 9mm 0.8100mm With probe cable

TG2-12L 2MHz Dual-element delay type,

high penetration

12mm 16mm Steel: 3600mm

Nodular cast Iron:

340mm

With probe cable

TG5-10HL 5MHz Dual-element delay type

High temperature:

200C

10mm 12mm 3300mm With probe cable

TG5-6L 5MHz Dual-element delay type, standard

6mm 10mm 0.8200mm With probe cable

TG5-8L 5MHz Dual-element delay type, standard

8mm 10mm 0.8300mm

With probe cable


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Single-element delay type

TG5-6DL 5MHz Single-element

delay type, thin plate

6mm 8.2mm Standard: 120mm

Thru-Coating (Bm-Bn):

0.510mm

Delay line probe without probe cable

TG7.5-6DL 7.5MHz Single-element


6mm 8.2mm Standard: 115mm

Thru-Coating

(Bm-Bn): 0.58mm


TG10-6DL 10MHz Single-element


6mm 8.2mm Standard: 0.815mm


0.58mm


TG7.5-3DMD 7.5MHz Single-element


3mm 4mm Standard: 110mm


0.55mm


TG10-3DMD 10MHz Single-element


3mm 4mm Standard: 0.810mm


0.55mm



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TG15-3DMD 15MHz Single-element


3mm 4mm Standard: 0.812mm


0.46mm


Single-element contact type

TG0.5-25NL 0.5MHz Single-element contact type, Low frequency application


Nodular cast iron:

1050mm

Without probe cable

TG0.5-30NL 0.5MHz Single-element contact type, Low frequency application


Nodular cast iron:

1080mm

Without probe cable

TG1-20NL 1MHz Single-element contact type, Low frequency application


Nodular cast iron:

1080mm

Without probe cable

TG2.5-20NL 2.5MHz Single-element contact type, High penetration


Nodular cast iron:

580mm

Without probe cable

Note:

a. If low frequency (less than 2.5MHz) or high temperature probe is adopted, it is recommended to select precision as 0.1mm or 0.01 in.

b. If testing coarse-grain or high attenuation materials, it is recommended to select precision as 0.1mm or 0.01 in.


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c. If the probe of single-element delay type is used for the first time, or it has not been used for a long time but before reuse, please remove the delay line of the probe carefully along the screw thread, add sufficient coupling gel between the delay line and the crystal, and then assemble the delay line back to the probe.

d. Using other probes (including the user-defined probes Custom1-10) except the thickness probe supported by our company, index like the measurement range and precision can not be predictable and guaranteed.


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Appendix E About CTS-59

E.1 Appearance

The appearance, interface and keyboard of the CTS-59 are the same as those of the CTS-49. Please refer to 1.1 Appearance, Chapter 1.

E.2 Menu Structure

Table E-1 Menu Structure

Main Menu Submenu

ProbeType V-PathSelect WorkMode ProbeZero^

Vel^ CalOption

Ref1 Ref2 CAL

GAStart

CAL

dB

Table E-2 Menu Structure (Continued)

Main Menu Submenu

Range^ DisplayDelay^

dB AutoSearch

MaxSearchGain FloatingGain MeasMode

DiffRef AVGNum MeasVEL

THKValueRef^

MEAS

LastReading


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Main Menu Submenu

GAStart GAWidth GAThresh GBStart GBWidth

GATE

GBThresh


Main Menu Submenu

MeasCount Rectify

ScreenMode F1-Function F2-Function Brightness

Color Precision

Language ()Unit Date Time

AutoPowerOff Default Update

CONF

About


Main Menu Submenu

StoreNum FileName

Save Recall Delete

DeleteAll ToSDCard

AllToSDCard

PARAM

StoreCapability


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Main Menu Submenu

FileNum FileName FileFormat

Line Column

Point Save Recall Delete

DeleteFile DeleteAllFiles StoreLocation

DATA

StoreCapability


Main Menu Submenu

MaxAlarmSW MinAlarmSW

MaxAlarm MinAlarm

ALARM

BuzzerSW


Main Menu Submenu

ProbeType ProbeCode

V-PathSelect ProbeZero^

PROBE

dB


Main Menu Submenu

V-PATH Enable TestBlockPointVal

TestBlockPoint Calibrate

DeletePoint VEL

V-PATH

ProbeZero^


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dB ApplyToCustom

FileNum FileName

Save Recall Delete

DeleteAll

StoreCapability


Main Menu Submenu

TDGEnable InitGain

TDGSlope StartBlank

TDG

MaxGain


Main Menu Submenu

TempCompEnableDegreeUnits

CalibrationTemp TempCoefficient

TEMP

CurrentTemp


Main Menu Submenu

CoatTHK CoatVEL^ GAStart GAWidth GAThresh GBStart GBWidth

COAT

GBThresh


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Main Menu Submenu

B-ScanEnable FileNum FileName FileFormat

Save Recall Delete

DeleteAll ToSDCard

AllToSDCard

B-SCAN

StoreCapability B-ScanGridSize B-ScanDirection

B-ScanLOSMode B-ScanFreezeMode

B-ScanMaxTHK

B-SCAN (menu in the

measurement setup

subpage)


Main Menu Submenu

MultiMeasEnableMeas1 Meas2 Meas3 Meas4 Sum

LayerVel1^ LayerVel2^ LayerVel3^ LayerVel4^

GAStart GAWidth GAThresh

dB Range^ FileNum

FileName Save Recall

MULTI

Delete


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DeleteAll ToSDCard

AllToSDCard StoreCapability

Note 1: The submenu marked with ^ has coarse adjustment/fine adjustment. The submenu

marked with ^ on the right indicates it is in fine adjustment, while the submenu with mark in

coarse adjustment.

Note 2: The submenu marked with has adjustable steps. and the number on the right of

the submenu with means the step value.

E.3 CTS-59 Symbol and Information Prompt Area

See the figure below for the view of symbol and information prompt area. Whenever a message

shows, the prompt will overlay the symbol, or the symbol will always display if no prompt

message.

Table E-15 Description of Parameters and Symbols

Parameter & Symbol Description

A

Start AutoSearch and FloatingGain functions.

A: start AutoSearch function.

FA: start FloatingGain function of gate A.

FB: start FloatingGain function of gate B.

E: start EchoToEchoMode.

If no, the display is blank.

* Start Freeze function. If no, the display is blank.

STD/MAX/MIN/DIFF/AVG Measurement mode, symbols for Standard/ Maximum/

Minimum/ Difference/ Average

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5920m/s Current velocity

7.921us Current probe delay

/ Single/ Dual element probe type

/ WorkMode symbol, for standard/ thru-coating (or

EchoToEcho)

Alarm indicator. In alarm state, the color changes and the

mark is solid and flashing. In non-alarm state, it is hollow. On

its right, H is for over high limit alarm, and L is for over low

limit alarm.

Battery capacity indicator.

V

Start dedicated function symbol:

V: Start V-PATH function

G: Start TDG function

T: Start TEMP function

B: Start B-SCAN function

M: Start MULTI measurement function

E.4 Functional Operation of Additional Main Menu

E.4.1 PROBE

The main menu PROBE shall be used with the menu V-PATH.

In ProbeType, see the probe models available in Appendix C or Appendix D.

The dual (TR) probes above have corresponding dialog dual probe models for option. Dialog dual

probes enable auto probe identification, optimize the configuration between the main unit and the

probe, and reduce measurement error.

The dialog dual probe has an identification signal pin. When connecting a dialog probe, please

connect the pin and the T/R plug right into the probe socket on the system carefully. When

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parameters of the probe to set up. If probe connected, a mark will be shown after the

probe type item. If disconnected, the mark will disappear. When a dialog probe is connected,

ProbeType in the main menu Probe will include the optional probe model automatically (with the

mark shown after the probe model) for selection.

Note:

ProbeCode: unique identification of probe type, cannot be changed by the users.

V-PathSelect: Select the V-PATH curve for the current dual probe. Four options for selection: off,

Instrument, Probe and Custom.

When using dual-element probe, the default setting is Instrument, which means adopting build-in

V-path correction curve. When using dialog probe, the system automatically select Probe. For

wear probes or probes from other manufactures, select Custom to use user-defined V-PATH

curve. It is needed to apply existing or re-produced V-PATH curve to custom. If no need to modify,

you can choose to turn off.

When using single-element probe, V-PATHSelect is regularly off.

E.4.2 V-PATH

A set of V-PATH calibration curve is set up by default in the system, which is for all the factory

original dual probes. The users may make a set of V-PATH curve for a specific probe.

When making a V-PATH curve, 10 measurement points can be set at most, and the 10 points

should be in the actual measurement area where the user prefers to have smaller measurement

error. For example, try to be below 10mm (steel longitudinal wave) or in the range of 20-40mm

(steel longitudinal wave), rather than selecting any measurement point in the minimum to

maximum measurement range. For high-precision application in different test range, the user may

make a number of V-PATH curves.

a) How to make a V-PATH

1) Set V-PathSelect to Off.

2) Set V-PATH Enable to On.

3) Select a test point on the test block, set TestBlockPoint at 1, which means to calibrate

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4) Set TestBlockPointVal to a known value, e.g. 4.00mm.

5) When the probe is in good coupling and the thickness reading is stable, set Calibrate to

On, so as to record and calibrate the first test point.

6) For calibrated test points recorded, a mark will appear in TestBlockPointVal.

7) Repeat steps 3)-5) to record more test points.

Note:

A valid V-PATH curve shall have at least 3 test points recorded.

Up to 10 test points can be recorded.

When making a V-PATH curve, V-PathSelect must be set to Off.

Documents

CTS 49 CTS 59 Operation Manual (1) (1)