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Correlator
Correlux C-3
Mess- und Ortungstechnik
Measuring and Locating Technologies
Elektrizitätsnetze
Power Networks
Kommunikationsnetze
Communication Networks
Rohrleitungsnetze
Water Networks
Abwassernetze
Sewer Systems
Leitungsortung
Line Locating
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01 (06/2015) - EN
Article number:
84416

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  • Page 1 Consultation with SebaKMT User Manual Correlator Correlux C-3 Mess- und Ortungstechnik Measuring and Locating Technologies Elektrizitätsnetze Power Networks Kommunikationsnetze Communication Networks Rohrleitungsnetze Water Networks Abwassernetze Sewer Systems Leitungsortung Line Locating Issue: 01 (06/2015) - EN Article number: 84416...
  • Page 2 Consultation with SebaKMT...

  • Page 3: Consultation With Sebakmt

    ” SebaKMT All rights reserved. No part of this handbook may be copied by photographic or other means unless SebaKMT have before-hand declared their consent in writing. The content of this handbook is subject to change without notice. SebaKMT cannot be made liable for technical or printing errors or shortcomings of this handbook.

  • Page 4: Terms Of Warranty

    This warranty does not apply to faults in the software supplied. During the period of warranty, SebaKMT agree to repair faulty parts or replace them with new parts or parts as new (with the same usability and life as new parts) according to their choice.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Terms of Warranty Contents Consultation with SebaKMT ...................3 Terms of Warranty ......................4 Safety Instructions ...................7 General Safety Instructions and Warnings............7 General Notes ....................7 Frequently used menus ...................9 Start menu ......................9 Pipe data menu ....................11 Correlation menu....................13 Correlation menu (Offline measurement)............15 Correlation analysis menu................17...
  • Page 6 Terms of Warranty 4.6.1 Basic settings ....................41 4.6.2 System info.......................43 4.6.3 Store the settings .....................43 Hardware reset....................43 Communication ....................44 4.8.1 Connection between the correlator and the sensors ........44 4.8.2 Connection between the correlator and the computer ........44 The Power transmitters .................45 Design ......................45 Identification number (ID) .................46 Power supply....................47...

  • Page 7: Safety Instructions

    Working with products It is important to observe the generally applicable regulations of the country in which the from SebaKMT device will be operated, as well as the current national accident prevention regulations and internal company directives (work, operating and safety regulations).
  • Page 8 Use genuine accessories to ensure system safety and reliable operation. The use of other parts is not permitted and invalidates the warranty. Repair and Repair and maintenance work has to be carried out by SebaKMT or authorised service maintenance partners using original spare parts only. SebaKMT recommends having the system tested and maintained at a SebaKMT service centre once a year.

  • Page 9: Frequently Used Menus

    Frequently used menus Frequently used menus Start menu The Start menu appears on the screen after the device has been switched on. In addition, the "ESC" pushbutton takes you back directly to the Start menu from every menu level. Element Description Measuring mode selection Arrow buttons …...
  • Page 10 Frequently used menus Element Description Battery level of the received Power transmitters or Multi sensors. Multi sensors Power transmitters No. 1 to 3 A and B fully charged no radio signal critical charging...

  • Page 11: Pipe Data Menu

    Frequently used menus Pipe data menu In the Pipe data menu the properties of the pipe can be specified. The menu can be opened by tapping the button in the main menu tapping the button between the two diagrams in the Correlation menu, representing the pipe (see next section: button Sensor ID at Sensor ID at...
  • Page 12 Frequently used menus...

  • Page 13: Correlation Menu

    Frequently used menus Correlation menu After starting a correlation the result is displayed in the following view: Correlation curve Coherence curve Element Description Correlation curve Result from comparing the recordings of the two sensors with regard to the delay time of the signals. Tap the diagram area to open the Correlation analysis menu which provides a number of analysis tools.
  • Page 14 Frequently used menus Element Description negat. … the leak is on the left from the center of the line posit. … the leak is on the right from the center of the line Term of the correlation Specifies how long the displayed correlation is already running. Any interruption resets the counter to 00:00:00.

  • Page 15: Correlation Menu (Offline Measurement)

    Frequently used menus Correlation menu (Offline measurement) In Offline measurement mode with Multi sensors, the Correlation menu differs in the following aspects from the menu in Online measurement mode. Element Description Number of correlated audio blocks The displayed curve is the result of an averaging from up to 10 single correlations (due to 10 noise recordings during one measurement period).
  • Page 16 Frequently used menus...

  • Page 17: Correlation Analysis Menu

    Frequently used menus Correlation analysis menu Tapping the Correlation curve always opens the following menu which provides tools for analysing the correlation. Zoom … to magnify a section of the curve Tap the button, then mark the area to be magnified in the diagram, i.e.
  • Page 18 Frequently used menus...

  • Page 19: Frequency Analysis Menu

    Frequently used menus Frequency analysis menu Tapping the Coherence curve always opens the following menu which provides tools for analysing the frequency range. Correlation curve Coherence curve Lower frequency limit Shows the lower limit of the adjusted frequency range. Tap the button to change the value. Bandpass …...
  • Page 20 Frequently used menus...

  • Page 21: Audio Menu

    Frequently used menus Audio menu Tapping the buttons A / B / Sensor number in the Correlation menu opens the Audio menu which allows listening to the leak noise using the delivered headphones. Headphone volume slide control Frequency curve Listen only to the left sensor Only the noise recorded by the sensor on the left is reproduced.
  • Page 22 Frequently used menus...

  • Page 23: Audio Menu (In Pinpointing Mode)

    Frequently used menus Audio menu (in Pinpointing mode) In Pinpointing mode, the Audio menu differs in the following aspects from the standard Audio menu: Noise level / Microphone frequency gain control report On the left, the Instantaneous value and the Minimum value of the current measurement are displayed.
  • Page 24 Frequently used menus...

  • Page 25: Technical Description

    (piezo microphone, hydrophone) which are attached to the pipe (e.g. valve, hydrants). The Correlux C-3 compares both signals (correlation) and calculates the exact distance to the leakage on the basis of the delay time of the signals, the sensor spacing and the sound velocity in the pipe.

  • Page 26: Features Of The Set

    Technical description Features of the set The Correlux C-3 set mainly comprises the following components: Correlator 2 Power transmitters with microphone for recording the leak noise at two measuring points and sending the recorded data to the correlator for an Online correlation...

  • Page 27: Power Supply

    Technical description Power supply The Correlator, the Power transmitters and the Multi sensors come with internal rechargeable Li-Ion batteries. The storage places of the individual devices in the transport case function as charging stations. As soon as a device is placed in/on its station in the case, the device is automatically charged, provided the case is connected to mains or to a 12 Volt vehicle power supply.

  • Page 28: Technical Data

    Technical description Technical data Correlux C-3 is specified by the following parameters: Correlator Parameter Value COR C-3 Display 5,7'' VGA color display 640 x 480 pixels Operation Touch display, Rotary encoder with ENTER function, On/Off pushbutton Power supply Internal rechargeable Li-Ion battery,...
  • Page 29 Technical description Sensor Parameter Value PAM CORR-2 Type Piezo sensor with magnetic adaptor (to be connected to Power transmitter or Correlator) Active amplification Dimensions Ø 38 x 78 mm Weight 0.4 kg Multi sensor Parameter Value COR MS-3 Sensor Integrated piezo sensor with active amplifier Adaptor Magnetic adaptor Indicators...
  • Page 30 Technical description...

  • Page 31: The Correlator

    The Correlator The Correlator Design The device has the following control elements and external features: Element Description Rotary encoder Turning … Leads through the buttons and input fields displayed Pressing … Executes the selected button or enters the input field ESC pushbutton exits the current menu and returns to the Start menu I/O pushbutton...
  • Page 32 The Correlator The device has the following connection sockets: Element Description Antenna 1 (digital radio) data transfer in Offline measurement mode Antenna 2 (analogue radio) data transfer in Online measurement mode Microphone connection socket for ground microphone 12V DC connection socket for headphones USB / GPS combined connection socket for USB cable...

  • Page 33: Power Supply

    (50°F and 95°F). To avoid heat accumulation, do not close the lid of the case at high ambient temperatures during charging. If you experience problems with the battery, please contact your SebaKMT sales partner. Do not open the device yourself.

  • Page 34: Design Of The User Interface

    The Correlator Design of the user interface All the menu levels on the Correlator's user interface consist of a large display area, the main menu bar and an info bar. Display area Main menu Info bar helptext ++ helptext ++ helptext Main menu Using the buttons in the main menu bar you can access the individual functions of the device.

  • Page 35: Basics Of Operation

    The Correlator Basics of operation 4.4.1 Input methods Entries can be made directly on the screen or via the rotary encoder. 2 ways of entering data Touch display Rotary encoder The correlator screen is touch-sensitive. The correlator has a rotary encoder. All entries can be made directly on the All entries can be made using the rotary screen.

  • Page 36: Entering Text

    The Correlator For entering a device ID the following screen view, or a similar one, opens: … Deletes the last character ENTER … Confirms and completes the input Accept … Accepts and enters the automatically detected ID Decline … Does not accept the automatically detected ID Finish …...

  • Page 37: Sorting Devices In Lists And Tables

    The Correlator 4.4.4 Sorting devices in lists and tables In various menus, device IDs or other information are listed in a kind of table. For example, the following picture shows a list of all Multi sensors registered to a Correlator (the so called 'sensor pool'). If a black triangle can be seen in the header of a column, you have the chance to change the sort order (ascending / descending) according to the parameter shown in the header.

  • Page 38: Commissioning

    The Correlator Commissioning 4.5.1 Switch the correlator ON/OFF Switching ON The correlator is switched on with the I/O pushbutton . The boot process takes a few seconds, then the Start menu appears on the screen. The device is now ready. Switching OFF To switch the correlator off, press the I/O pushbutton until the screen turns off (approx.

  • Page 39: Change The Language

    The Correlator Devices of your set Specify in the next menu, which devices are part of your Correlux C-3 set. Activate the relevant checkbox/es. The statements made here determine which measuring methods will be offered in the Correlators Start screen.

  • Page 40: Enable/Disable The Touch Screen (Touch Sensitivity)

    The Correlator 4.5.4 Enable/Disable the touch screen (touch sensitivity) The touch function of the screen can be disabled/enabled. As long as the function is switched off the correlator can only be operated using the rotary encoder. Proceed as follows: Step Description In the main menu, tap the button In the displayed menu, tap the System settings button.

  • Page 41: Systeme Settings

    The Correlator Systeme settings By means of the System settings various device settings can be customized to the needs of the user. Furthermore, the menu provides useful information on the status of the device and the firmware used. To access the System settings menu, proceed as follows: Step Description In the main menu, tap the button In the displayed menu, tap the System settings button.
  • Page 42 Averaging of the correlation curve takes place with every new received measuring data package. Available measuring Available quick Specify which devices are part of your Correlux C-3 set. methods in Start menu start buttons Enable/Disable the relevant checkbox/es. Explanation: The statements made here determine which measuring methods will be offered in the correlator's Start screen.

  • Page 43: System Info

    / logarithmic scale shall ascend in a linear or logarithmic way. Explanation: The frequency range of the Correlux C-3 system is from 0 to 3.300 Hz. The logarithmic view results in a wider display area for lower frequencies. logarithmic: linear: 4.6.2...

  • Page 44: Communication

    The Correlator Communication 4.8.1 Connection between the correlator and the sensors Short range radio is used for communication between the correlator and the sensors (Power transmitters and Multi sensors) Digital radio is used for Online measurements. Analogue radio is used for Offline measurements.

  • Page 45: The Power Transmitters

    The Power transmitters The Power transmitters Design Each Power transmitter has an active amplifier for the microphone signal, a data memory, a rechargeable Li-Ion battery, a digital radio module and an analog radio module with antenna inside. The devices have the following external characteristics: Element Description Sensor storage place Sensor socket...

  • Page 46: Identification Number (Id)

    The Power transmitters Indicator light The Power transmitters have the following lights (LEDs): Element Description Row of LEDs lit green … represents the current battery level lit red … represents the noise level Radio LED lit green … the device is switched on flashing …...

  • Page 47: Power Supply

    NOTE In order to guarantee the devices' water and dirt resistance, any repairs must be carried out by SebaKMT or an authorised service partner. Do not open a Power transmitter yourself. If you have problems with the battery, please contact your SebaKMT service partner.
  • Page 48 The Power transmitters...

  • Page 49: The Multi Sensors

    The Multi sensors The Multi sensors Design Each Multi sensor has a highly sensitive piezo microphone with active amplifier, a data memory, a rechargeable Li-Ion battery and a radio module with antenna inside. The devices have the following external characteristics: Element Description Indicator light flashes green...

  • Page 50: Power Supply

    NOTE In order to guarantee the devices' water and dirt resistance, any repairs must be carried out by SebaKMT or an authorised service partner. Do not open a Multi sensor yourself. If you have problems with the battery, please contact your SebaKMT service partner.

  • Page 51: Installation

    The Multi sensors Installation The Multi sensors should be installed directly on the pipe but, however, you can also attach them to valve rods or hydrants, for example, or any other position along the pipeline that is easily accessible. Due to their powerful magnet, the sensors can also be attached horizontally to ferromagnetic surfaces.
  • Page 52 The Multi sensors...

  • Page 53: Online Measurement - Realtime Correlation With 2 Sensors

    Online measurement – Realtime correlation with 2 sensors Online measurement – Realtime correlation with 2 sensors Checklist Are the batteries of the Power transmitters and the Correlator charged? prior to measurement Are the antennas properly connected to the Power transmitters and the Correlator? Are the microphones/hydrophones properly connected to the Power transmitters? Has the radio of each Power transmitter been tested?
  • Page 54 Online measurement – Realtime correlation with 2 sensors Rate the correlation Use the following questions to assess the quality of the displayed correlation. Question 1: Is the radio signal of both transmitters strong enough? The radio symbol shows: The radio symbol shows: strong signal weak signal...
  • Page 55 Online measurement – Realtime correlation with 2 sensors Conduct an Offline measurement (at night) instead of the Online measurement. Listen to leak noise You have the chance to listen to the sound in the pipe “live”, in order to judge whether a leak noise or a background noise can be heard.
  • Page 56 Online measurement – Realtime correlation with 2 sensors Rate the leak position Assess whether the leak position seems plausible or not. Question 1: Is one of the values zero or close to zero? Meaning: The values seem plausible. Meaning: The leak is located precisely at the measuring point or outside the How to proceed: Continue the correlated pipe section.

  • Page 57: Offline Measurement - Multipoint Correlation With Preprogrammed Sensors

    Offline measurement - Multipoint correlation with preprogrammed sensors Offline measurement - Multipoint correlation with preprogrammed sensors A group of 2 to 8 sensors is programmed for measurement and then deployed at the measuring points. Multi sensors and/or Power transmitters can be used. The measurement is carried out by all sensors simultaneously.
  • Page 58 Offline measurement - Multipoint correlation with preprogrammed sensors Programming and Configure the sensors for the measurement: deploying sensors Step Description All sensors must be turned on. In the Start menu, select the required Offline measuring mode. In the displayed menu, tap the Program button. Result: In the displayed menu, the up to 8 fields represent the sensors of the Correlator's sensor pool.
  • Page 59 Offline measurement - Multipoint correlation with preprogrammed sensors Step Description In the menu displayed, decide whether the measurement shall be carried out immediately or at a later time. Tap one of the two buttons: Instantaneous measurement Custom measurement (Explanation: measurement takes (Explanation: Start and end time of the 2min30sec and starts directly after the measurement are set by the user)
  • Page 60 Offline measurement - Multipoint correlation with preprogrammed sensors Reading out data To read the measuring data from the sensors, proceed as follows: Step Description In the Start menu, select the required Offline measuring mode. In the displayed menu, tap the Read button. Result: The Correlator successively contacts all sensors.
  • Page 61 Offline measurement - Multipoint correlation with preprogrammed sensors Correlation Step Description In the Start menu, select the required Offline measuring mode. In the displayed menu, tap the Correlation button. Result: A "Multi correlation" is carried out, which means that the values of all sensors are correlated with each other.
  • Page 62 Offline measurement - Multipoint correlation with preprogrammed sensors Rate correlations The Multi correlation gives you an overview of the noise situation along the measured pipeline. In the ideal case, the pipe sections where leaks are most likely can be identified at a glance. Rate the displayed correlations.

  • Page 63: "Map" Function

    "Map" function "Map" function The Map function is a very clear and comfortable way to work with Offline Measurement data. In the Map menu, the existing pipe network can be reproduced on the screen. The sensors used are shown as icons. Pipelines can be drawn between these icons and the pipe parameters can be specified.
  • Page 64 "Map" function Draw pipelines To draw, change or delete pipelines in the map, proceed as follows: Step Desccription Tap the sensor icon which represents the start point of the line. Tap the sensor icon which represents the end point of the line. Tap the Pipe button.
  • Page 65 "Map" function Show Leak Once the pipe net in the map is created, the correlation calculations for all sensor pairs are automatically updated in the background. display the calculated leak between sensors map. Proceed as follows: Step Description Tap the first sensor. Tap the second sensor.
  • Page 66 "Map" function The correlation of the line from sensor 3 to 4 shows the drop icon right at sensor 2. This indicates either that the leak is right at sensor 2 or that the leak is near sensor 2 but outside the correlated pipeline section. Start correlation To start the correlation between two sensors, proceed as follows: Step Description...

  • Page 67: Sound Velocity Measurement

    Sound velocity measurement Sound velocity measurement The Correlux C-3 system can be used to perform a sound velocity measurement in order to determine the actual speed of sound in a pipe section. This function is useful when no reliable information on the pipe material is available for a pipe section or the entire measurement area.
  • Page 68 Sound velocity measurement If the source of noise is outside the measuring section, the measuring points and sound source must be arranged as shown on the following picture. distance Measuring point 1 Measuring point 2 Source of noice Procedure Proceed as follows: Step Description Position the Power transmitters at the measuring points, attach the sensors (microphones/hydrophones) and switch the devices on.
  • Page 69 Sound velocity measurement Step Description Tap the OK button. Result: The correlation starts. The sound velocity in the pipe is calculated and displayed below the correlation curve. The result is considered reliable if the following criteria are met: The radio signal from both transmitters is good or excellent. The lag value (top left of the diagram) is green and seems plausible.

  • Page 70: Velocity Measurement In Offline Measurement Mode

    Sound velocity measurement 10.2 Velocity measurement in Offline measurement mode 10.2.1 Introduction The Velocity measurement function compares the measuring values of three sensors which have recorded a shared noise. As a result, the following applications are possible: Application options Determining the sound velocity Determining the position of a leak in the pipe (despite unknown pipe material)

  • Page 71: Determining The Sound Speed

    Sound velocity measurement 10.2.2 Determining the sound speed To calculate the sound velocity in the pipe, proceed as follows: Step Description In the Start menu of the Correlator, use the two arrow buttons to go to the required Offline measuring mode (“COR MS-3”). In the main menu, tap the button In the displayed menu, tap the Tools button.
  • Page 72 Sound velocity measurement Example 1: The source of noise is located between the sensors 1 and 2. Entry on the Correlator: first, sensor 1 (in front of the sound source), then sensors 2 and 3 (behind the sound source). Example 2: The source of noise is located between the sensors 2 and 3.

  • Page 73: Gps Position Data

    GPS position data GPS position data 11.1 Introduction You can use the Correlator to determine and store the GPS coordinates of the individual measuring points. GPS data facilitate the management and analysis of the measured data in the Offline measurement. For some analysis capabilities GPS data are even a prerequisite. Requirements The GPS receiver LOG GPS-3 has to be connected to the Correlator.
  • Page 74 GPS position data Step Description Tap the field of the sensor whose position is to be determined. Result: The GPS menu is opened. The GPS receiver is searching for available satellites. After a while, the current GPS time is displayed. As soon as the position of the Correlator can be calculated, the current latitude and longitude are specified.

  • Page 75: Distance Measurement And Navigation Via Gps

    GPS position data 11.3 Distance measurement and navigation via GPS You can use the GPS function of the Correlator to determine the distance between two points. You can also use the function as a guide to find a stored measuring point. Access the menu To open the GPS menu, proceed as follows: Step Description...
  • Page 76 GPS position data Distance You can calculate the distance from your current position to a stored measuring point. from here to a measuring point In the drop-down list , select the sensor which is installed at the relevant measuring point. The GPS coordinates of the measuring point are adopted and displayed as the new Target position.
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