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Sonotec SONAPHONE M Operating Instructions Manual

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SONOTEC
Ultraschallsensorik Halle GmbH
Nauendorfer Straße 2
D-06112 Halle/Saale
Germany
Phone: +49-(0)345 - 13317-0
Fax: +49-(0)345 - 13317-99
http://www.sonotec.de
E-mail:
sonotec@sonotec.de
Ultrasonic
Leak Detector and Leakage Tester
SONAPHONE M

Operating instructions

Version 1
Revised: 2011-09-26

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    SONOTEC Ultraschallsensorik Halle GmbH Nauendorfer Straße 2 D-06112 Halle/Saale Germany Phone: +49-(0)345 - 13317-0 Fax: +49-(0)345 - 13317-99 http://www.sonotec.de E-mail: sonotec@sonotec.de Ultrasonic Leak Detector and Leakage Tester SONAPHONE M Operating instructions Version 1 Revised: 2011-09-26...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Safety precautions ..........4 General safety precautions for the SONAPHONE M ..4 Scope of supply ............5 Summary................5 Arrangement of devices and accessories in the carrying case..............6 Function description..........7 General information............7 SONAPHONE M connections, controls and display elements................8 Operation ..............9 Insert the batteries ............9...
  • Page 3 PC connection & data transfer......35 Directory structure of the installation CD......36 Installation for Windows XP / Windows Vista ....36 Installation for Windows 7 ..........38 Power supply via USB.............40 Trouble shooting...........41 Technical specifications........42 Warranty ..............43 OM_SPHM_engl_Vers.1_2011-09-26 Seite 3...

  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    -10 °C and +60 °C. Store the unit at temperatures between -20 °C and +60 °C. (2) Make sure that you have a clear view of the SONAPHONE M and the probes at any time of operation. Never work with the probes or the telescoping rod in areas with live parts or areas you do not know exactly.

  • Page 5: Scope Of Supply

    2 Scope of supply Summary SONAPHONE M tester Probes* • Probe for air-borne noise L50 • Special probe for structure-borne noise L51 • Probe for steam traps and fittings L52 • Probe for continuous testing, abrasion and cavitation L54 • Flexible probe L53 •...

  • Page 6: Arrangement Of Devices And Accessories In The Carrying Case

    Shoulder strap Special probe for structure- SONAPHONE T borne noise L51 Probe for air-borne noise L50 10 SONAPHONE M with probe extension cord 11 Directional tube and tip for the Recharging power pack for the tube SONAPHONE T...

  • Page 7: Function Description

    Ultrasound is generated due to friction caused by the flow of gases, liquids and solids in pipes and leakages. These ultrasonic signals are recorded by the SONAPHONE M, their intensity is shown on the display screen and made audible through speakers or headphones. As an option, surface temperatures can be measured with a temperature sensor.

  • Page 8: Sonaphone M Connections, Controls And Display Elements

    SONAPHONE M connections, controls and display elements Ultrasonic-probe connector Temperature sensor connector Fastener for shoulder strap Graphical display Rotary knob with USB interface integrated push button Function buttons „F1-F3“ LIGHT button ON/OFF button Integrated speaker Headphone connector Screw for releasing the...

  • Page 9: Operation

    4 Operation Insert the batteries Safety notes  For operating the SONAPHONE M LR6 batteries with a nominal voltage of 1,5 V are used.  When opening the battery compartment lid, do not have the device connected to a PC through a USB cable.
  • Page 10 3. Press down the battery compartment and pull it out of the unit 4. Take the batteries out of the battery block. 5. Insert new batteries into the block, checking that the polarity is correct. An engraving on the top of the battery block illustrates the correct arrangement of the batteries.
  • Page 11 6. Re-insert the battery compartment into the casing. 7. Tighten the locking screw of the battery compartment again. 8. Fasten the shoulder strap to the battery compartment lid. OM_SPHM_engl_Vers.1_2011-09-26 Seite 11...

  • Page 12: Starting Up The Unit

    Starting up the unit The device is switched on by pressing the ON/OFF button. After displaying the splash screen, it switches automatically to the testing mode. The following is shown on the display: 16.02.2007 11:24:58 20°C log / 40k Hz Sensor: L50 Tester: SONOTE C Hold...

  • Page 13: Check Mode

    To switch the unit on or off press the ON/OFF button. Depending on the intended use, connect the appropriate probe or the temperature sensor to the SONAPHONE M (see Section: Using the probes). A probe for structure-borne noise is used for locating leaks. The level of ultrasound is besides the magnitude of the sound source also dependent on the probe’s direction and distance from the sound source.
  • Page 14 Volume adjustment When the rotary knob is turned, a volume bar and an intensity value are displayed for about two seconds as shown below: 16.02.2007 11:24:58 20°C Volume -24dB Turning the rotary knob clockwise increases the volume and turning it anti-clockwise decreases the volume.
  • Page 15 "Max“ function The F1 key activates the “Max” function. In this state, the number displayed corresponds to the maximum ultrasound level and the intensity bar to the current ultrasound level. The activation of the “Max” function is signalled by highlighting the function key description: 16.02.2007 11:24:58 20°C...

  • Page 16: Main Menu

    "Hold“ function Press the F2 function key to activate the “Hold” function. This serves to register ultrasound levels if the display is, for example, not visible at the moment of testing. The ultrasound level in the display is stored which was recorded at the moment the F2 key was pressed.

  • Page 17: Data Logger

    Operation There is a choice of three menu items in the main menu: the data logger for storing the test values, the test parameters for changing all parameters relevant to the test and the setup for changing the device’s parameters. The selection is carried out by turning the rotary knob. Press it to open the respective menu.
  • Page 18 2. Single test: Storing current ultrasonic and temperature test values in one file. A maximum of 250 individual tests with 25 datasets each, or 1 individual test with 6,000 datasets can be recorded. Use the PC software SONAPHONE Communicator, available as an accessory, for archiving the measurement data.
  • Page 19 Create new Long-time test To create a new Long-time test, press function key F2 to open a new screen: 00:00:30 17°C Test Parameter Start Setup Ultrasonic test value Scale for the ultrasonic test value Test duration Scale for the temperature test value Temperature To set the testing parameters, open the parameter menu using the...
  • Page 20 Back When this menu is opened, the start of the Long-time test is set to “Auto”. The SONAPHONE M will thus start the Long-time test automatically at the time that has been set. If the time entered is earlier than the present time, the test is started immediately. Switching to “manual”...
  • Page 21 Start Long-time test The Long-time test can be manually started in the measuring screen by pressing function key F2: Remaining testing time Ultrasonic Temperature test values test values 00:00:14 17°C Stop The ultrasonic readings are represented by a solid line, and the temperature readings by a dotted line.
  • Page 22 Now, you have the option of deleting the progressive test or viewing the test values in form of a diagram. Long-time test Info Long-time test Info Motor 1 Test place Tester SONOTEC Date 05.03.07 Time 14:17:03 Duration 00:01:00 Delete...
  • Page 23 Start/overwrite Long-time test selected The last item of the Long-time test menu, gives you the option of starting a Long-time test that is already parameterised, or overwriting an existing Long-time test. This is done by pressing function key F3. Single test Once the individual test has been selected, a summary of all individual tests created previously, with their respective testing sites and corresponding status, appears.

  • Page 24: Test Parameters

    Test place MOTOR Tester SONOTEC Save The character to be edited is selected by pressing the rotary knob and set by turning it. To edit the last character again press the Button “F1”. Press “F3” to store both the tester’s name and the test site for the corresponding Single test.
  • Page 25 Only the test parameters are reset to the initial settings! Setting the averaging time The SONAPHONE M provides the option of averaging the test values recorded over a variable period. The period is set between 0 and 10 seconds in half second increments in the averaging time menu.
  • Page 26 Setting the mixer frequency In the SONAPHONE M, ultrasound is transformed into audible sound by a frequency conversion process. The unit provides the option of setting the working frequency via the mixer frequency. The frequency range can be set between 20 and 60 kHz, in increments of 2 kHz. The default value is 40 kHz.

  • Page 27: Settings

    Auto Power Off The Auto–Power Off function allows the SONAPHONE M to be switched off automatically after a set length of time. Times between 1 and 25 minutes can be set in one minute increments. Press function key “F1” to return to the previous menu and F3 return to the test mode.
  • Page 28 Language The menu prompts on the SONAPHONE M can be either in German or in English. This is set in the language menu by turning the rotary knob. Press function key “F1” to return to the previous menu and “F3” to return to the test mode.

  • Page 29: Using The Probes

    For precise fault location mount the tip onto the directional tube as well. directional tip directional tube If the fault cannot be located with the probe mounted directly on the SONAPHONE M, a special extension cable can be used. OM_SPHM_engl_Vers.1_2011-09-26 Seite 29...

  • Page 30: L51 Special Probe For Structure-Borne Noise

    L51 special probe for structure-borne noise The L51 special probe for structure-borne ultrasonic noise is especially suitable for locating sources of ultrasound on flat surfaces. Since the special probe for structure-borne noise is watertight, it can also be used for ultrasonic inspections in moist environments or in water systems.

  • Page 31: Probe For Continuous Testing, Abrasion And Cavitation L54

    It has to be pressed gently by hand against the spot that has to be examined. In order to achieve reproducible results, the contact pressure and direction must be kept constant. The probe can be operated in a temperature range of -20 °C … +60 °C. Short-term measurements (ca. 1 minute) at hot surfaces are possible until 550 °C.

  • Page 32: L53 Flexible Probe

    It has to be pressed gently by hand against the spot that has to be examined. In order to achieve reproducible results, the contact pressure and direction must be kept constant. The probe can be operated in a temperature range of -20°C … +60°C. Short-term measurements (ca. 1 minute) at hot surfaces are possible until 550°C.

  • Page 33: Using The Accessories

    The telescoping rod is connected by cable to the SONAPHONE M. The length of the telescoping rod is continuously adjustable from about 1.7 metres to about 3 metres. To do this, loosen the black coupling ring between the inner and outer tubes of the telescoping rod.

  • Page 34: Temperature Sensor

    Temperatures between 0 °C and 800 °C can be measured using the temperature sensor. The temperature sensor can either be plugged into the SONAPHONE M directly or by using a grip together with the extension cable. If no temperature sensor is plugged in, (---) will be shown on the display.

  • Page 35: Pc Connection & Data Transfer

    7 PC connection & data transfer CAUTION! The SONAPHONE M should only be connected to a PC if the battery compartment lid is closed! Opening the battery-compartment lid while the unit is connected to the PC can result in damage to the unit! The SONAPHONE M can be connected to a computer using a USB cable.

  • Page 36: Directory Structure Of The Installation Cd

    (english operating manual) Setup.exe Installation for Windows XP / Windows Vista Installation of the driver unit When connecting the SONAPHONE M with the PC for the first time, a dialog for the installation of the driver unit opens: Step 1: Windows Update In this window, choose the option: „No, not this time“.
  • Page 37 In case it will not work, press the key „Next >“. All drivers, which are needed for the operation of the SONAPHONE M, can be found in the index: „CD-drive:\Driver\“. In case there is no automatic identification as explained in step 2, you can choose menu item „Install from a list or specific location“, in order to choose the driver...

  • Page 38: Installation For Windows 7

    By clicking on <Continue> the setup automatically checks if you already have installed a driver for the SONAPHONE M. If this has not happened already, the following window opens: By clicking on <Yes> the installation of the driver starts. In the next step you has to connect the SONAPHONE M with the Computer via USB cable.
  • Page 39 The following window opens: Click on <Install this software anyway> and in the following window on <Finish>. The driver installation is finished and the setup for the installation of the SONAPHONE M Communicator will be continued. Follow the instructions on the monitor. OM_SPHM_engl_Vers.1_2011-09-26...

  • Page 40: Power Supply Via Usb

    USB. Notice: In case the window shown above does not appear after having started SONAPHONE Communicator, there either SONAPHONE M connected to the PC or the PC does not supply power for the SONAPHONE M. OM_SPHM_engl_Vers.1_2011-09-26 Seite 40...

  • Page 41: Trouble Shooting

    8 Trouble shooting Not every malfunction necessarily involves an actual defect of the equipment. Time and money can be saved if you are able to correct simple faults yourself. The following notes are intended to help do so: Fault Possible cause Remedy Device cannot be Batteries are empty...

  • Page 42: Technical Specifications

    9 Technical specifications Operating frequency about 40 kHz (20 … 60 kHz width 2 kHz increments) Connections Ultrasonic sensor Temperature sensor Headphone USB interface (USB 2.0) Display Graphical display Background lighting Menu control Temperature 0 … 800 °C measurement range Dimensions 190 mm x 110 mm x 85 mm Weight...

  • Page 43: Warranty

    10 Warranty SONOTEC Ultraschallsensorik Halle GmbH provides a warranty of twelve months from the date of sale for the SONAPHONE M and T (optional accessories) devices and their accessories. Within the warranty period, SONOTEC Ultraschallsensorik Halle GmbH will correct all defects caused by faults in material or manufacturing without extra charge.

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