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DeFelsko PosiTector SPG Manual

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Introduction ........................................................
Operation Overview ...........................................
Why is Measurement Important? ......................
Probes ...............................................................
Menu Operation .................................................
Cal Settings Menu ........................................
Setup Menu ..................................................
Statistics ....................................................... 12
Memory Management .................................. 13
Connecting to a Computer............................
Available Options...............................................
Temperature ...................................................... 22
Power Supply / Battery Indicator ....................... 22
Returning For Service ....................................... 23
Troubleshooting ................................................. 23
Technical Data ................................................... 24

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Introduction ............Operation Overview ........... Why is Measurement Important? ...... Probes ............... Menu Operation ..........Calibration, Verification & Adjustment ..Cal Settings Menu ........Setup Menu ..........Statistics ............12 Memory Management ........13 Connecting to a Computer......

  • Page 2: Introduction

    - Two (2) year warranty on Body and Probe Protective Cap PosiTector SPG models are shipped with a protective plastic cap over the probe. Remove this cap prior to use. Replace it when the instrument is not in use to protect the probe.

  • Page 3: Operation Overview

    3. Place the included glass zero plate onto a stable, flat surface. Take a measurement on the plate with the PosiTector SPG. If the average of several readings is greater than ± 5 µm (0.2 mil), zero the instrument (see pg. 8).

  • Page 4: Why Is Measurement Important

    Written calibration procedures are available from DeFelsko Corporation at no charge. Why is Measurement Important? Steel is often abrasive blast cleaned or otherwise roughened prior to painting.

  • Page 5: Probes

    Probes Probes...

  • Page 6: Menu Operation

    Menu Operation Instrument functions are menu controlled. To access the Menu, power-up the instrument, then press the center navigation button. Below is a sample menu for a PosiTector SPG Advanced Model: Memory Statistics Some buttons have a tick box to their Zero right to indicate current status.
  • Page 7 Gage. Typically a 4:1 ratio between the accuracy of the standard and the accuracy of the Gage is sufficient. The PosiTector SPG is shipped with a Certificate of Calibration showing traceability to a national standard. For organizations with re-certification requirements, the PosiTector SPG may be returned at regular intervals for calibration.

  • Page 8: Cal Settings Menu

    Zeroing the Instrument Zeroing the Instrument Zero Glass Plate Zero Zero Factory Zero Zero NOTE:...

  • Page 9: Setup Menu

    Setup Menu Setup Menu Setup Reset Reset (soft reset) restores factory settings and returns the instrument to a known condition. The following occurs: - All batches, stored measurements, images, and batch names are erased. - The zero adjustment is returned to the factory setting. Since this may not always be a precise zero, the gage should be checked on the glass plate (pg.
  • Page 10 Info Displays the model number & serial number, probe type & serial number, PosiTector.net registration key, the amount of remaining memory for storage of readings, date and time, and software packages. For security purposes, the registration key is required to add the instrument to your free PosiTector.net account.
  • Page 11 AC charger. The battery state indicator icon is calibrated for the selected battery type. No damage will occur if the wrong battery type is selected. NOTE: DeFelsko recommends the use of eneloop (NiMH) rechargeable batteries. Units Converts the display from inch to metric or vice versa. Stored measurements in memory are not converted.

  • Page 12: Statistics

    Statistics Menu Statistics Menu Statistics ü When selected, a icon and statistical summary will appear on the display. Mean Standard # of (average) Deviation measurements Measurement Type σ 49.8 Minimum ↨ Maximum measurement measurement Last Battery Indicator reading microns Statistics Icon Remove the last measurement by pressing the (-) button.

  • Page 13: Memory Management

    Memory Management Memory Management Memory The PosiTector SPG can record readings in memory for printing to the optional Bluetooth wireless printer (pg. 20) , transfer to a computer (pg. 19) or synchronizing with PosiTector.net (pg. 17). Readings are time-stamped as they are stored.
  • Page 14 (see pg. 12) current reading microns SmartBatch The PosiTector SPG measures the depth of a single valley in relation to the height of the surrounding peaks using a pointed, cone-shaped probe. A single depth measurement generally does not adequately characterize the surface profile of an abrasive blast cleaned surface.
  • Page 15 Open Selects a previously created batch or sub-batch name to open and make current. If it contains measurements, on-screen statistics will immediately reflect values calculated from this batch. The calibration setting (i.e. Cal 2) associated with this batch is also opened.
  • Page 16 NOTES: Remove the last reading from the current open batch by pressing (-). Calibration adjustments cannot be made if any measurements were taken with that setting and stored into a batch. If memory is ON while continuous measurements are being taken, only the last value on the display (when the probe is lifted) is stored into memory.

  • Page 17: Connecting To A Computer

    Connecting to a Computer Connecting to a Computer The PosiTector can be connected to a computer using the included USB cable or Bluetooth wireless technology (pg. 20). The USB connection has the following capabilities: - Download readings via USB Mass Storage (pg. 19) - Download readings and synchronize batch photos and notes via PosiTector.net (pg.
  • Page 18 Bluetooth Printer (sold separately) Stream readings as they are taken or print batch readings and statistics. See (pg. 20) for pairing information. Legacy PosiSoft Support - Existing PosiSoft users can continue using the familiar legacy PosiSoft software to download readings. Upgrade your PosiSoft version at: www.DeFelsko.com/PosiSoft...
  • Page 19 Connect Menu Connect Menu Connect Synchronizing (Sync) is the process whereby PosiTector stored measurement data uploads to PosiTector.net (from both Standard and Advanced models) while images and batch notes are down- loaded to the instrument (Advanced model only). This transfer occurs when the instrument is connected via USB or Bluetooth Wireless Technology to a web-enabled PC running the PosiTector Desktop Manager (pg.
  • Page 20 To deactivate Bluetooth, select Off. Pairing: The instrument and receiving device must be paired before stored or streamed readings can be transmitted. For pair- ing instructions, see www.defelsko.com/printer Info: Lists information about your current Bluetooth connection, including the currently paired device and MAC address.

  • Page 21: Available Options

    - Print stored batch readings and summaries. Begin by entering the Connect>Bluetooth menu. Turn Bluetooth ON and “Pair” the PosiTector to the printer. See: www.defelsko.com/printer Streaming: In the Connect>Bluetooth menu, select the “Stream” tick box. All readings will now be simultaneously displayed on the LCD and sent to the printer.

  • Page 22: Temperature

    Battery performance decreases at low temperatures. Rechargeable Batteries (available option) DeFelsko recommends the use of eneloop (NiMH) rechargeable batteries. They combine the advantages of rechargeable batteries and disposable (Alkaline) batteries. They discharge very slowly and can be stored for long periods without having self discharge concerns.

  • Page 23: Returning For Service

    3.Perform a Hard Reset (pg. 9). 4.Place the metal shim over the glass plate and attempt a measurement. If you must return the instrument for service, please fill out and include the service form located at www.defelsko.com/support with the instrument. Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Most conditions can be cleared with a Hard Reset (see pg.

  • Page 24: Technical Data

    137x61x28 mm (5.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") Limited Warranty, Sole Remedy and Limited Limited Warranty, Sole Remedy and Limited Liability Liability DeFelsko's sole warranty, remedy, and liability are the express limited warranty, remedy, and limited liability that are set forth on its website: www.defelsko.com/terms...

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