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OPERATION MANUAL
А1525
SOLO
TFM ULTRASONIC
FLAW DETECTOR
TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO
Acoustic Control Systems – ACS Group
Saarbrücken, Germany 2019
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ACOUSTIC
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SYSTEMS
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  • Page 1 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL OPERATION MANUAL SYSTEMS А1525 SOLO TFM ULTRASONIC FLAW DETECTOR Acoustic Control Systems – ACS Group Operation Manual Saarbrücken, Germany 2019...
  • Page 2 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS Operation Manual...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ACOUSTIC ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL CONTROL SYSTEMS SYSTEMS CONTENTS 1 DEVICE DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION ......................6 1.1 DEVICE PURPOSE ....................................6 1.1.1 TFM flaw detector purpose and field of use ......................6 1.1.2 Operation conditions ................................6 1.2 SPECIFICATIONS ....................................7 1.2.1 Main device parameters ................................7...
  • Page 4 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS 2.3 OPERATING DEVICE MODES ..............................19 2.3.1 Setup for TOMOGRAPH mode............................19 2.3.2 Setup for FLAW DETECTOR mode ..........................32 2.4 TOMOGRAPH mode ..................................54 2.4.1 Device screen in TOMOGRAPH mode ........................56 2.4.2 Gating within a Frame .................................56 2.4.3 Tomograph Display Features –...
  • Page 5 CONTROL SYSTEMS This operation manual contains specifications, device, and operating principle descriptions for the correct use of the A1525 SOLO ultrasonic flaw detector. Before operating this device, please carefully review this manual. Only properly trained and qualified personnel should operate this device.

  • Page 6: Device Description And Operation

    1.1.1 TFM flaw detector purpose and field of use The A1525 SOLO TFM flaw detector is the world’s lightest and smallest TFM phased array instrument. It can also be operated as a conventional pulse-echo handheld ultrasonic devices used for general-purpose testing. This unique device utilizes phased array transducers and the Total Focusing Method (TFM) of signal processing to generate a tomographic image (or frame) instead of the traditional S-Scan display seen on conventional phased array flaw detectors.

  • Page 7: Specifications

    ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS 1.2 SPECIFICATIONS 1.2.1 Main device parameters The main device parameters are given in Table 1. Table 1 Parameter name Value Velocity value range, m/sec 1,000-10,000 Operating transducer frequencies, MHz 1.0 – 10.0 Operating frequencies deviation from rated, % ±...
  • Page 8 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS ▼ Table 1 Parameter Value Permissible basic absolute error limits for defect coordinate with a shear wave transducer 70°, mm: Depths D ±(0.03·D+1) Surface ranges SD ±(0.03·SD+1) Defect coordinate ranges (in steel) with a phased array of longitudinal waves, mm...

  • Page 9: Device Structure And Operation

    ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS 1.3 DEVICE STRUCTURE AND OPERATION 1.3.1 Device structure The flaw detector includes an electronic unit to which a phased array transducer (PA) is connected by cables and an AC power adapter.

  • Page 10: Main Interface

    1.3.2 Main Interface The A1525 SOLO is designed for ease of use and quick access to the most commonly used features. The icon-based menu layout allows the new user to learn the operation process quickly. These design features make the instrument ideal to easily transition from conventional ultrasonic testing to phased array inspection.
  • Page 11 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS In the image above, red indicates the greatest reflected energy, whereas blue and black represent the least reflected energy. There is a crosshair highlighting an indication present on the screen above. The data displayed in X,Y, and A relates to just that one indication.
  • Page 12 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS Once enter is pressed, a screen similar to that shown in Figure 3 on the next page will be displayed (the signal shown in the center is representative and will not be on your display). The informa- tion fields X, Z, and A are also displayed in a similar fashion as in the TOMOGRAPH mode.
  • Page 13 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS The SCANNER mode (next page) is only functional when paired with an optional single-axis encoded scanner. Press the mode key briefly (do not hold the key or you will be presented with the FLAW DETECTOR selection described earlier).

  • Page 14: Basic Display Features

    SYSTEMS 1.3.4 Basic Display Features A color TFT 640х480 pixel display is used on the A1525 SOLO. The screen space in each mode is divided into several functional areas. Figure 5 shows the screen in TOMOGRAPH mode, and the various features are labeled. Though some features change with the mode of operation, the basic design is similar throughout.

  • Page 15: Keyboard

    TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS 1.3.5 Keyboard The A1525 SOLO keyboard is shown in Figure 6. The green LED indicator in the top left corner of the device informs the user that the instrument is switched on. The LED indicator shows a battery charging process.
  • Page 16 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS Table 2 Key function in various operating modes TOMOGRAPH SCANNER FLAW- DETECTOR SETUP Switching the device ON/OFF Hold the key for over 0.5 sec Enter SETUP mode Exit SETUP mode Quick Press...

  • Page 17: Use Of Icons

    ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS 1.3.6 Use of Icons The device interface is characterized by an icon-based menu, as shown in Figure 8, placed in six rectangular windows at the bottom of the screen. Icons represent symbols associated with test object or property. Each mode has it’s own icon set.

  • Page 18: Intended Use

    ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS 2.1 OPERATING LIMITATIONS The device is designed for operation under environmental conditions specified in clause 1. 1 .2. 2.2 DEVICE PREPARATION FOR USE Before operating the instrument for inspection, remove the protective film that was used during manufacturing and transport.

  • Page 19: Operating Device Modes

    ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS 2.3 OPERATING DEVICE MODES 2.3.1 Setup for TOMOGRAPH mode SETUP mode is designed for device parameters setting. Figure 9 shows the main screen in SETUP mode for operating in the TOMOGRAPH mode.
  • Page 20 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS The various keys used for manipulation are shown in Table 4. Table 4 Function Move up and down for editing parameter selection Parameter value editing Exit parameter editing Exit SETUP mode Operating mode window call and exit SETUP mode during operating mode change 2.3.1.1 Calibration parameters editing...
  • Page 21 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS ▼ Table 5 Parameter Value Description Flaw Evaluating Method SAC (Spatial Amplitude Correction) Amplitude Evaluation criteria Off or numerical 0 to 200 Reference Level, dB Used to set the reference level for testing...
  • Page 22 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS ▼ Table 6 Parameter Value Description 1.0 / 1.25 / 1.8 / 2.0 / 2.25 / 2.5 / Operating Frequency, MHz Transducer frequency 3.0/3.5/4.0/5.0/7.5/10.0 Excitation pulse, periods 0.5 to 5.0 with 0.5 step...
  • Page 23 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS This setting is the true instrument gain and should be set to obtain the desired sensitivity response. The brightness value on the TOMOGRAPH view visually adjusts the display to conform to the color gradient representing evaluate, report, and rejection levels.
  • Page 24 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS Gain parameters and permissible values are given in Table 7 Table 7 Parameter Value Description Gain, dB from 0 to 80 with 1 step Receiver gain value, sensitivity adjustment Sender from 1 to 16 with 1 step...
  • Page 25 2.3.1.4 Weld configuration settings When the A1525 SOLO is used for basic weld inspection, it is quite beneficial to place a weld overlay on display. This feature is only applicable to the TOMOGRAPH mode, as shown in Figure 12 below.
  • Page 26 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS Weld configuration parameters and permissible values are given in Table 9. Table 9 Parameter Value Description Weld geometry X or V Weld Shape Weld layout Symmetric, left or right Shape characteristic...
  • Page 27 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS 2.3.1.5 System parameters setup System parameters are the same for all operating modes (global) Figure 15 shows the system parameters setting available. Parameters and permissible values are given in Table 10.
  • Page 28 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS ▼ Table 10 Parameter Value Description Free memory, MB ХХХХ.Х Amount of free memory Initiates deletion - Erase memory Enter A FULL MEMORY ERASE, ALL SETTINGS AND DATA ARE TO BE DELETED!
  • Page 29 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS 2.3.1.6 Editing and saving and deleting configurations in SETUP Selecting and changing any of the base setup parameters for each transducer array initiates a new configuration. The selected array will display a checkmark, as shown below in Figure 16.
  • Page 30 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS d. To cancel the changes that have been made and return to the basic array setup, press key or use the key and press e. To save the changes and give the file a new name, press the key.
  • Page 31 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS Icon functions in SETUP mode during name editing are shown in Table 12. Table 12 Pictogram Function Save a file name Left cursor movement in the name field Right cursor movement in the name field...

  • Page 32: Setup For Flaw Detector Mode

    ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS 2.3.2 Setup for FLAW DETECTOR mode The FLAW DETECTOR mode (Figure 20) of operation allows the user to utilize the A1525 as a conventional A-Scan device. Longitudinal and shear wave inspection procedures can be used along with DAC, TVG, and DGS sensitivity measurement proce- dures.
  • Page 33 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS SETUP – FLAW DETECTOR is used to adjust the parameters of the device while working in the FLAW DETECTOR mode. Figure 22 shows the main display in SETUP mode for FLAW-DETECTOR mode.
  • Page 34 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS Key functions during parameter editing are given in Table 15 Table 15 Function Move up and down for editing parameter selection Parameter value editing Exit parameter editing Exit SETUP mode 2.3.2.1 Transducer parameter editing Calibration parameters and permissible values are given in Table 16.
  • Page 35 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS 2.3.2.2 Signal parameters editing Screen view while editing signal parameters is shown in Figure 23. Signal parameters and permissible values are given in Table 17. FIGURE 23 FIGURE 24 Operation Manual...
  • Page 36 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS Table 17 Parameter Value Description Gain, dB from 0 to 80 Receiver gain setting Step of gain, dB 1 / 6 / 10 Selection of step of gain Pulse voltage, V...
  • Page 37 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS CALIBRATION: FLAW DETECTOR MODE Once the transducer, signal, and test specimen parameters have been properly configured for the inspection procedure, the A1525 is ready for calibration. The equipment can be calibrated manually or with an automatic procedure (shear wave only).
  • Page 38 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS 8) If you must change this value, it will be necessary to press the setup key to return to the A-Scan display. Use the left or right arrow keys to change the screen display range (sweep) to an appropriate value which allows both signals (thin and thick) used in calibration to be seen.
  • Page 39 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS THE SAME STEPS ARE UTILIZED TO MANUALLY CALIBRATE THE RANGE FOR SHEAR WAVE TESTING. HOWEVER, THE TWO KNOWN THICKNESS VALUES WOULD COME FROM A SHEAR WAVE REFERENCE STAN- DARD, SUCH AS THE IIW V1 OR V2 BLOCKS. THE DELAY VALUE WILL BE MOST CRITICAL SINCE IT IS A FUNCTION OF THE ACOUSTIC WEDGE MATERIAL AND THE TIME REQUIRED THROUGH THAT DISTANCE.
  • Page 40 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS Automatic calibration procedure (V2 reference standard required) The A1525 has an automatic calibration feature for instructions, appearing on the screen. 1) Select the F1 icon on the SETUP menu of the FLAW DETECTOR mode.
  • Page 41 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS 2.3.2.4 Soundpath dependent sensitivity compensation parameters editing (TCG, DGS, DAC) There are three methods for soundpath dependent sensitivity compensation implemented in the instrument: TCG, DGS, DAC. The method for sensitivity compensation can be activated in by pressing F4 functional button and chosen by pressing +/- Soundpath dependent sensitivity compensation: “Time Corrected Gain –...
  • Page 42 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS TCG function is used to correct for the loss of signal amplitude due to the attenuation of sound energy over distance. The instrument displays signals of the same size over a varying distance at the same reference response (% screen height).
  • Page 43 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS To initiate the TCG setup procedure, select the Reference Level parameter, and press the key. The reference level setting window appears (Figure 31). An echo envelope in blue is shown for all signals on the screen.
  • Page 44 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS Functional keys for modification the TCG parameters are described in Table 20. Table 20 Function Parameter selection and cursor movement for TVG data points Exit TVG, DAC, DGS setting Used to initiate the TVG,DAC, DGS procedure when reference...
  • Page 45 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS Soundpath dependent sensitivity compensation: Distance – Gain – Size – DGS The A1525 has an automatic DGS-diagram calculation function for dual element transducers. With the DGS-diagram, test sensitivity can be set, and an equivalent square of the defect can be automatically calculated.
  • Page 46 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS Table 21 Parameter Value Description The diameter of from 0.0 to 25.0 The diameter of piezoelement is specified in the transducer documentation or is piezoelement, mm with 0. 1 step to be measured Equivalent square, from 0.0 to 25.0...
  • Page 47 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS ▼ Table 22 Function Operating mode window call and exit SETUP mode at operating mode changing To initiate the DGS setup procedure, select the Reference Level parameter. Select DGS and press the key.
  • Page 48 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS If the parameters are set correctly, the device display shows three DGS-curves corresponding to rejection, reporting, and examination levels (Figure 39). If the calculation parameters are set incorrectly, the information window appears, and the icon is shown as follows - In this situation, check if the DGS parameters are set correctly and repeat the procedure until the curves are displayed.
  • Page 49 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS Soundpath dependent sensitivity compensation: Distance Amplitude Correction DAC Screen view in DAC parameters setting is shown in Figure The key functions for DAC setting are given in Table 23 Table 23...
  • Page 50 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS Proceed as follow for setting DAC curve: - Find a peak signal from the first reflector, change the gate setting to get the signal into the gate and press ; - Find the maximum signal from the second reflector and repeat the same steps for the second point pf the DAC curve - Repeat creation for all reflectors on your reference specimen;...
  • Page 51 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS To save setting, press the key , the DAC setting confirmation window appears (Figure 41). Pressing you exit DAC settings window without saving changes. After DAC setting exit, the device display shows three DAC-curves corresponding to acceptance, reporting and examination levels (Figure 42).
  • Page 52 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS 2.3.2.5 Visualization parameters editing Screen view in visualization parameters setting is shown in Figure 43. Visualization parameters and permissible values are given in Table 24. Table 24 Parameter Value Description Scale µs/ mm / mm depth Horizontal scale unit selection...
  • Page 53 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS 2.3.2.6 System settings parameters editing Screen view in System parameters is shown in Figure 44. The parameters shown are similar to those explained in Table 10 earlier. Refer back to that table for an explanation...

  • Page 54: Tomograph Mode

    SYSTEMS 2.4 TOMOGRAPH MODE This is the main operating mode of the A1525 SOLO In TOMOGRAPH mode, the device displays the test information in a logical, visual format called a frame. Indications of an anomaly in the test piece can be visually interpreted much easier than they can with a conventional A-Scan display.
  • Page 55 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS In Figure 46 below, a 1.0” reference standard with three EDM notches at depths of 0.75”, 0.50” and 0.25” is shown. Each notch is displayed in the three tomographs. Take note of the Z-value shown in the measurement bar. The depth of the tips of each EDM notch is accurately depicted, along with an excellent visual representation of the reflected wave off of each notch bottom.

  • Page 56: Device Screen In Tomograph Mode

    ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS 2.4.1 Device screen in TOMOGRAPH mode Figure 47 shows the device screen in TOMOGRAPH mode. The measurement results panel consists of three blocks (Figure 48). The parameters displayed in blocks are changed depending on the device operating mode.
  • Page 57 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS As in conventional ultrasonics, the inspector must be careful during analysis. The highest amplitude signal response is not always an anomaly in the test piece. Refer to Tomograph Example 2. The gate has been established to monitor a specific area within the displayed frame of reference.

  • Page 58: Tomograph Display Features - Continued

    ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS key (F1or F2) and then press the escape key . Upon pressing this key, an X will be displayed over the selected gate, as shown over gate 2 above in Figure 48.
  • Page 59 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS • The α angle corresponds to the incident wave in the material under examination. • The green arrow shown in Figure 49 indicates the position of the array transducer and its direction. The color green indicates that the array testing direction is to the left.

  • Page 60: Sensitivity Setting Using Sac (Spatial Amplitude Correction)

    ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS 2.4.4 Sensitivity setting using SAC (Spatial Amplitude Correction) Establishing sensitivity with the A1525 is relatively simple using the automatic compensation tool built into the unit. The steps below describe how to effectively establish relative sensitivity to a known reflector over variable distances. The SAC feature automatically compensates for changes in the angle of reflection and the distance of the reference reflector.
  • Page 61 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS 6) In this example, the reference level from the reflector is 70.6 dB. This will also become the Reject Level (R). The Monitor (M) and Document (D) levels will now be based on this value. Those levels are established on the screen displayed in Figure 53 earlier.
  • Page 62 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS 7) Press the SETUP key again and highlight the Flaw Evaluating parameter SAC and press enter. The following screen will appear in Figure 56. 8) Move the transducer and capture at least 5 different positions along the reflector’s total path. Each time the transducer is moved, use the arrow keys to slide the small gate over the signal.
  • Page 63 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS 9) The screen images below show a brief sequence to understand the process. 10) Press the Enter key upon completion. A confirmation screen will display asking if this should be applied. Press Enter to apply or Escape to start over.
  • Page 64 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS 11) To confirm the accuracy of the SAC procedure, move the transducer array over each of the reflector positions used in the setup. Peak each indication and read the A value in the measurement bar. Variation from 0.0 dB should be minimal on each reflector since the instrument is compensating for the angle and the distance.
  • Page 65 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS 12) EXAMPLE: The two screens below show the same point at greater than 0.75” distance apart at 72 and 53-degree angles (respectively) with only 0.3 dB variation. SAC Calibrated and Activated...

  • Page 66: Tomograph Frame Evaluation Modes

    ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS 2.4.5 Tomograph Frame evaluation modes Pressing the F3 key activates the tomograph display algorithm selection feature. Each of the five modes of evaluation utilizes a different algorithm to correspond to varying test conditions. These modes and their corresponding testing conditions are described in Table 25 below.

  • Page 67: Magnify (Zoom) Control

    ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS The various modes are used together in order to evaluate a test specimen. It is good practice to begin the examination with the Unknown Thickness mode and use the Zoom function (F5) to display a large area view of the part under inspection. This provides an overview and highlights areas of interest for further investigation.

  • Page 68: Tomograph Freeze Mode

    ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS 2.4.7 TOMOGRAPH Freeze mode Frames are saved and previewed by pressing the freeze key in the Tomograph mode (Figure 57). Once saved, the frames can be transferred to the computer for reporting purposes. As an alternative to saving the frame, it is possible to take a screenshot by pressing and holding the escape key for 2 seconds.
  • Page 69 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS By pressing the enter key the defect distance measuring mode is activated, as shown in Figure 59. The distance between the current indication and any other are measured in this manner.

  • Page 70: Tomograph Scanner Mode

    ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS 2.4.8 TOMOGRAPH Scanner mode In tomograph Scanner mode provides the possibility for data acquisition along the weld. The Settings related to sensitivity and range are set in Tomograph mode first and are applied during the scan.
  • Page 71 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS The key functions in Scanner mode before definition of a new weld object are given in Table 28. B-Scan with weld representation Table 28 Icon Function Switch B-Scan on/off Definition of scanning...
  • Page 72 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS Press F3 to open the “Save Frame” window (Figure 62). Enter desired Name by using the arrow keys for moving from letter to letter and press for entering. After Naming of the Frame press F1 for saving.
  • Page 73 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS The key functions for F3 in this mode are now according Table 29. Table 29 Icon Function Switch B-Scan on/off Definition of scanning direction/direction of data acquisition Define new weld object Choose the scanning direction according picture.
  • Page 74 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS Press F3 to open the window for definition of distance antenna Array to weld middle (Figure 64). Enter the distance by using the keys. Press to finish data input and start the measurement. By pressing again, the measurement can be paused.
  • Page 75 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS The Screen will change, and the list of all recorded weld objects is displays as shown in Figure 65. To review the recorded data, use the arrow keys to navigate through the weld objects and scans. By pressing the chosen data set will be loaded and the screen changes to review mode like shown in the following Figure 66.
  • Page 76 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS The key functions are given in Table 31 Table 31 Icon Function Switch B-Scan on/off Activate gate Y-coordinate scroll left Screen Size Y-coordinate scroll right The arrow keys are used to navigate the cursor through the data sets. The cursor values are shown like before.

  • Page 77: Maintenance

    ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS 3.1 POWER SUPPLY AND POWER CONSUMPTION Checking the state of the power source While the device is in operation, a built-in charge controller monitors the discharge degree of the power source. its embedded discharge controller monitors the state of charge of the power source.

  • Page 78: Transportation

    ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS The device should be transported in a transportation suitcase included in the scope of delivery of the device. The packaged devices can be transported in any vehicles at any distances without speed limits.
  • Page 79 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS Operation Manual...
  • Page 80 ACOUSTIC TFM Ultrasonic Flaw Detector A1525 SOLO CONTROL SYSTEMS TFM ULTRASONIC FLAW DETECTOR А1525 SOLO OPERATION MANUAL Revision: August 2019 Operation Manual...

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