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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Table of Contents Introduction ............Kit Contents ............Quick Start ............Certification ............Probes ..............How to Measure ..........Calibration & Verification of Accuracy ....Menu Operation ..........Statistics .............. Cal Settings Menu ..........10 Zero ..............10 Tape Grade ............ - Page 3 Connect Menu ............. 22 Sync Now ............22 Auto Sync ............22 USB Drive ............22 Bluetooth ............24 Bluetooth Wireless Printer ......25 WiFi ..............25 Updates ............26 Power Supply / Battery Indicator ......27 Rechargeable Batteries ........27 Additional Accessories ........
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Page 4: Introduction
- Two (2) year warranty on Body and Probe Quick Start Quick Start The PosiTector RTR powers-up when the center navigation button is pressed. To preserve battery life, the Gage powers down after approximately 5 minutes of no activity. All settings are retained. -
Page 5: Certification
Gage, can be left in place to protect against paint overspray or debris. Replacements can be purchased. Certification PosiTector RTR probes include a Certificate of Calibration. For organizations with re-certification requirements, instruments may be returned at regular intervals for calibration. DeFelsko recommends that customers establish calibration intervals based upon their own experience and work environment. - Page 6 PosiTector Body USB Port LCD Display Probe Connector Button Operated Spring Micrometer Measurement applies constant Opening (Anvils) anvil pressure Typical Display Tape Grade Current Measurement Linearize Mode (pg. 11) Unit of Measurement Battery Icon thou/mils...
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Page 7: Probes
Additionally, the PosiTector accepts a number of probe types including magnetic and eddy current coating thickness, surface profile, environmental and ultrasonic wall thickness probes. Perform the latest software Updates (pg. 26) to ensure probe compatibility with your Gage. For the latest information on probe interchangeability see www.defelsko.com/probes... -
Page 8: How To Measure
It is available in a number of grades to accommodate measurements in different profile ranges. Placing the compressed tape (replica) into the PosiTector RTR gives a measure of the average maximum peak-to-valley height of the surface roughness profile. The Gage automatically subtracts the thickness of the polyester substrate from all measurements. - Page 9 Apply replica tape to blasted surface. Press the adhesive-backed ends of the paper to hold it firmly in place during the burnishing process. Firmly compress replica film using the rounded end of the included stainless steel burnishing tool. Apply sufficient pressure in a circular and x-y rubbing motion to produce a replica with a uniform pebble grain appearance.
- Page 10 Measure Insert the burnished replica tape into the measurement opening. Ensure the tape is properly positioned so that the burnished region is centered within the opening in the probe with the adhesive (sticky) side down. To position the tape, move the tape to the back of the probe and align the two dots (printed on replica tape) with arrows on both sides of the measurement opening.
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Page 11: Calibration & Verification Of Accuracy
Gage and the shim. If not, the Gage may need to be returned to your dealer for service. The check shim is specifically intended for the PosiTector RTR. The Gage is designed to measure burnished replica tape within a limited measuring range and automatically subtracts 50.8 μm... -
Page 12: Menu Operation
Gage functions are menu controlled. To access the Menu, power-up the Gage, then press the center navigation button. Below is a sample menu for a PosiTector RTR Advanced model: Some buttons have a tick box to their right to indicate current status. An empty box indicates that feature is not active. -
Page 13: Cal Settings Menu
Linearize mode since the only function of these two grades is to improve upon the accuracy of C tape at its low end and XC tape at its high end, something the PosiTector RTR will automatically do when measuring H . -
Page 14: Linearize
This method is a compromise between accuracy and ease of use. When the Linearize box is NOT ticked, the PosiTector RTR displays a height value of H comparable to the value an analog spring micrometer would display after the 50.8 μm (2 mil) of incompressible polyester substrate has been subtracted. -
Page 15: Setup Menu
During measurement, if the linearized measurement falls outside of the selected tape grade's range, the Gage will suggest a more suitable tape grade to perform the measurement. Setup Menu Setup Menu Reset Reset (soft reset) restores factory settings and returns the Gage to a known condition. - Page 16 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. Language Converts displayed and printed words to the selected language.
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Page 17: Memory Management
Memory Management Memory Management The PosiTector RTR has internal memory storage for recording measurement data. Stored measurements can be reviewed on-screen or accessed via computers, tablets and smart phones. Measurements are date and time-stamped. Button functions with Memory ON: Create a new batch... -
Page 18: Advanced Models
Advanced models store 100,000 readings in up to 1,000 batches. The Memory Menu includes the following options... New Batch Closes any currently opened batch and creates a new batch name using the lowest available number. For example, if only Batch 1 and Batch 3 exist, then Batch 2 would be created and made the current batch. -
Page 19: Annotate
Delete Removes a batch completely from memory. The name is deleted and all measurements are erased. View Scroll using the Up or Down buttons through information, statistical summary, and a list of each reading in the currently opened batch. Press to exit. - Page 20 PosiSoft.net (pg. 20) and PosiSoft Mobile (pg. 21) are used to NOTE: insert an Image and Notes into a batch.
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Page 21: Display
(Advanced models only) Displays a summary of all stored batches including the name, probe type, number of readings and type. In the following example, Batch 3 (B3) indicates an “F” 6000 coating thickness probe was used to record a total of “6” readings in “PA2” mode. S c r e e n C a p t u r e Press both (-)(+) buttons at any time to capture and save an... -
Page 22: Accessing Stored Measurement Data
(system tray) of a PC. PDM is available as a free download within your PosiSoft.net account www.defelsko.com/downloads Register your Gage on PosiSoft.net to take full advantage of your Gage’s capabilities. See www.PosiSoft.net NOTE: PDM is not required for WiFi enabled gages (pg. 25). -
Page 23: Posisoft.net
Reports and graphs with annotations and corporate logo can be generated. Data can be exported to XML or CSV (comma delimited) text files. NOTE: PosiSoft Software is available for use with DeFelsko’s complete line of electronic instruments and is available for download at www.defelsko.com/posisoft... -
Page 24: Posisoft Mobile
Ideal for use with devices such as Windows Phone/Mobile, Blackberry (RIM), Android, Apple iOS and more. In addition to browser based access, PosiSoft Mobile Managers are available for Apple iOS and Android users. See www.defelsko.com/wifi/wifi_mobile... -
Page 25: Connect Menu
Connect Menu Connect Menu Synchronizing (Sync) is the process whereby PosiTector stored measurement data uploads to PosiSoft.net (from both Standard and Advanced models) while images and batch notes are downloaded to the Gage (Advanced model only). This transfer occurs when the Gage is connected via USB, Bluetooth or directly through your WiFi router/hotspot via WiFi. - Page 26 When checked, any computer can view readings stored in memory by navigating a virtual drive labeled “PosiTector” using the included USB cable. A formatted HTML report is viewed by selecting the "index.html" or “START_HERE.html” file found in the root directory. Optionally, text ".txt"...
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Page 27: Bluetooth
To deactivate Bluetooth, select Off. Pairing: The Gage and receiving device must be paired before stored or streamed readings can be transmitted. For pairing instructions, see www.defelsko.com/bluetooth Info: Lists information about your current Bluetooth connection, including the currently paired device and MAC address. -
Page 28: Bluetooth Wireless Printer
(Advanced models only) Allows wireless communication with devices such as tablets, smart phones and computers connected to your local wireless network or portable mobile hot spot. See www.defelsko.com/WiFi On/Off: Turns WiFi functionality On. When selected, the icon will appear on the display. To deactivate WiFi, select Off. -
Page 29: Updates
Setup: Allows user to setup a WiFi connection • IP Settings: enter information follows... IP Type (DHCP or Static), IP Address, Gateway, Netmask, DNS1, DNS2. • Server Enable: enables a connection between the network and the Gage. • Gage Name: enter name Gage... -
Page 30: Power Supply / Battery Indicator
Rechargeable Battery Pack - 4 AAA eneloop batteries The PosiTector can operate on rechargeable batteries and DeFelsko recommends the use of eneloop (NiMH) rechargeables. eneloop batteries combine the advantages of regular rechargeable batteries and disposable (Alkaline) batteries. They discharge very slowly and can be stored for long periods without having self discharge concerns. - Page 31 Use the USB cable alone to connect a PosiTector to your PC's built-in USB port that acts as a continuous power source. Or connect the cable to the included power adaptor which plugs into any AC wall electrical outlet, 110 or 220V. A selection of electrical plugs is included which are capable of dealing with most country’s outlets.The USB cable provided can also be used for Accessing Stored Measurement Data...
- Page 32 Testex Tape To create a reverse replica of the surface. Tape Grades: Coarse and X-Coarse Stainless Steel Burnishing Tool To burnish testex tape. Cleaning Cards To clean residual adhesive and debris from the anvils. Surface Cleaning Putty To clean the test surface of debris. Check Shim To verify accuracy.
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Page 33: Technical Data
Technical Data Technical Data PosiTector RTR Models: * Advanced: H3 * Standard: H1 Gage Size: Measuring Range: 20 – 115 um 152 x 61 x 28 mm 0.8 – 4.5 mils 6” x 2.4” x 1.1” Weight: (without batteries) Accuracy (H):... -
Page 34: Returning For Service
Other brand or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective hold- ers. Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this manual is accurate. DeFelsko is not responsible for printing or clerical errors.
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