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  • Page 1 ECHO FD Manual ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector Ver:1.0A...
  • Page 2 Ultrasonic Level I, 40 hour class room training in Ultrasonic Theory. Danatronics, Corp. and any of its employees or representatives shall not be held responsible for improper use of this equipment for its intended use.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector Table of Contents Liability 1 Getting Started About the ECHO Series Powering On/Off Keypad Functions Function Keys Battery Pack Monitoring the Battery Charge from the Display Screen Re-Charging the Battery – this likely has changes due to new battery...
  • Page 4 Danatronics, Corp. ECHO FD User Interface Display Screen Changing parameters from the Measurement Screen Gain Frequency Measurement Mode Reject Rectification Gate 1 Start Gate 1 Width Gate 1 Level Gate 1 Alarm Gate 1 Auto 80 Gate 2 Start Gate 2 Width...
  • Page 5 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector Peak Pitch Memory AWS D-rating 5 Datalogger/Communications Bluetooth Name View Name Change Name Turning Bluetooth on/off Using the Datalogger Directory Creating a New Datalogger File 4D File Creation Using the Save Option Choosing Where to Save Readings Reviewing Datalogger Files Datalogger Measurement Screen Datalogger Media...
  • Page 6 Danatronics, Corp. Demo Grid View Grid View Font User (Left hand/Right hand) Waveform 7 Adjusting the Initial Settings About Auto Off Beeper/Measurement Beep Calibration Type Clock Gage Type Language Locks Password Options Reset Database Reset Parameter Reset Setups Reset All of the Above (Database/Parameter/Setup) Reset...
  • Page 7 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector API Calibration API Measurment Angle Beam Angle Angle Beam Thickness B-Scan B-Scan Setup B-Scan B-Scan Direction BScan LOS B-Scan Max Thick B-Scan Save AScan Making B-Scan Measurements B-Scan Display Options B-Scan File review Encoded B-Scan B-Scan Encoder Resolution B-Scan Rewrite Pipe Diameter...
  • Page 8 Device Connection Live Mode Gage Flash Directory and Gage SD Directory Mobile Device Directory Creating a New File Settings 12 Technical Specifications Product Specifications for ECHO Series Bluetooth Regulatory Information Regulatory Approval ID Numbers Regulatory Approval Details and Marks Brazil Canada...
  • Page 9 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector China United States Acoustic Sound Speed for Common Materials 13 Technical Assistance...

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    ECHO FD is a portable ultrasonic flaw detector in the same field-proven case as our popular ECHO series, and it represents a breakthrough in terms of cost, size, ease of use, and versatility. ECHO FD can even toggle from an every day flaw detector to a corrosion or precision thickness gage making it the smallest and most affordable unit in the world to offer such a vast application set.
  • Page 11 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector 2 Basic Operations Make sure the connector is plugged into TR 2 when using a single element probe. Power On the Unit To power on any ECHO FD, follow these steps: 1. Press and hold the F1 key for more than 3 seconds. The power symbol, as shown below, is under the F1 key printed on the keypad.

  • Page 12: Keypad Functions

    (1,800 max.), you can also use the included Data XL interface program to save them on your computer and even send the setups to additional ECHO FDs. Keypad Functions The figure below shows the full keypad layout representative of each ECHO series unit.

  • Page 13: Function Keys

    ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector The following table refers to each key or symbol shown on the keypad. Note, the F keys correspond to text above each key and prompts change depending on which screen you are adjusting. Function Up arrow key Down arrow key Left arrow key Right arrow key...

  • Page 14: Battery Pack

    To re-charge the battery, simply plug in the charger to an AC outlet (between 100-240V) and plug the other end into the USB connector on the top of the ECHO series unit. The F4 key will light up with a blue LED when charging, and the light will go out when fully charged.

  • Page 15: Boot, Bail, And Strap Features

    The custom rubber boot with built in bail and padded wrist strap is an accessory for the ECHO series gages. Not only does the boot help to protect the gage from the elements, but the functional bail and strap also offers a variety of positioning options.

  • Page 16: Removing The Boot From The Gage

    EZ Scan encoder Locating the USB Slot The ECHO series gages are furnished with a USB 2.0 slot on the top of the gage. Use the USB slot to connect AC chargers or to connect to a computer for cross-functionality.
  • Page 17 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector...

  • Page 18: Setup Selection

    Danatronics, Corp. 8 Transducer/Setup Selection New setups can be selected from the Setup selection screen, which appears briefly after the unit powers on. The Transducer Setup selection screen can also be accessed by going to the Main Menu, selecting Initial Settings then Setup Selection.

  • Page 19: Saving And Discarding An Altered Stored Setup

    ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector Press the F4 – Rename key when you are done and the new file name will populate at the end of the selection in the Setups screen. Saving and discarding an altered stored setup: When making a change to any parameter to a default setup, the ECHO will put an asterisk next to the file indicating something has changed.
  • Page 20 Danatronics, Corp. Note: The default setups will not be erased when assigning a new Setup File Note: If you get an “insert transducer” message and are using a dual transducer you can try swapping the connector or rotating the molded plug from where the cable plugs into...

  • Page 21: Echo Fd Calibration

    ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector 3 ECHO FD Calibration Calibrating is the process of adjusting the unit for a specific material and transducer before testing material to ensure that all of the data are accurate. You must always calibrate before testing material for standard accuracy. It is always a good idea to start with the Parameter screen so you can set your basic adjustments such as range, material velocity, zero angle, etc.
  • Page 22 Danatronics, Corp. press the F2 key for Auto 80 after detecting the first echo at 0.100" to automatically adjust the amplitude to 80% FSH (full screen height). Note, when 0 angle is plugged in, ECHO FD will automatically put the large thickness box in the top right to Thickness.
  • Page 23 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector 2. Couple to the 0.100", then press the F3 – Zero key. The number in the top right of the screen will be frozen and you can remove the probe from the test block surface. Hold the up arrow key until it reaches the known thickness of 0.100", and then press the F1 –...

  • Page 24: Angle Beam Calibration

    Danatronics, Corp. This procedure will require you to move the gate one start after you have performed a Calibrate Zero. In this scenario, use a 5" range and a 1" calibration block. To calibrate when using multiple echos across the display, follow the steps below: 1.
  • Page 25 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector To perform an angle beam calibration, follow the steps: 1. It is recommended that you first turn on Peak Memory by highlighting the “P” in the top right corner of the display by using the left or right arrow key. You will see an “echo envelope”...
  • Page 26 Danatronics, Corp. 6. Gate first echo and press the F3 – Zero key. Adjust the angular distance in the top right of the screen to 2.000", and then press the F1 – Cal key. 7. Use the F1 key to move Gate 1 Start to 2 echo (4.000") using the right arrow...
  • Page 27 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector Setting the X-value physically marks the distance from the front of the wedge to the BIP. To enter this value into the unit, follow these steps: 1. Press the MENU/OK key and use the arrow keys to select the Measurement option.
  • Page 28 Danatronics, Corp. Velocity Calibration Only If you are working with a test piece of known thickness but unknown material, then you can calibrate velocity of the sound in the unknown material by measuring the time of flight from main-bang to the first back echo. By using the known thickness you can calculate velocity of the sound for the unknown material.
  • Page 29 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector 4. After pressing the F3 key, you can take the transducer off the test block. If the displayed measurement is different than the known value of the step, use the up or down arrow key to adjust the displayed value to the known value of the step. 5.

  • Page 30: Measurement Screen

    Danatronics, Corp. 2 Measurement Screen ECHO FD User Interface Press and hold the F1 key to power on the unit. The following Display screen will appear for 5 seconds. Display screen shows remaining battery life The Measurement screen will appear following the Display screen. There are five Measurement screens as shown below.
  • Page 31 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector Display Mode 3 Display Mode 4 (Scan Mode) Note: You cannot use the left or right arrow keys to edit any parameter in the scanning mode screen. The parameter in the large measurement box (e.g., soundpath measurement of 0.498"...
  • Page 32 Danatronics, Corp. Similar to ECHO 9 and ECHO 7, the left and right arrow keys will activate editing of the parameters. A parameter that is highlighted will be active to edit by using the up and down arrow keys. The right arrow key will select parameters in a clockwise direction and the left arrow key will select parameters in a counter clockwise direction.
  • Page 33 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector Display Screen ECHO FD has a graphic-style color display with 320 x 240 (1/4 VGA) pixel density. Viewing the screen is best from straight above or slightly below the surface rather than from side to side. If external temperature is below 32F (0C), the display may be slower to update information.
  • Page 34 Danatronics, Corp. The screen has three distinct areas: 1. Top part of the display screen: Shows the File Name, ID Number, AA, and 0001 for grid column and row. 2. Lower part of the display screen: Acts as an interactive tool that allows you to decide how you want to proceed with the information that is displayed on the screen.
  • Page 35 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector  F4: Next page of Gate 1 parameters  Up/Down Arrow: Slew gain from 0.0 dB to 90.0 dB, and if Ref Gain is active, the Up/Down arrow keys will slew Scanning Gain  Right Arrow: Select Scanning Gain if Ref Gain is selected, or select Freq to edit if Scanning Gain is selected ...
  • Page 36 Danatronics, Corp.  F1: Done (exit edit mode)  F2: None  F3: None  F4: Next page of Gate 1 parameters  Up/Down Arrow: Slew 0 to 85%  Right Arrow: Select Rectification to edit  Left Arrow: Select Mode to edit ...
  • Page 37 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector  F1: Done (exit edit mode)  F2: None  F3: None  F4: Next page of Gate 2 parameters  Up/Down Arrow: Slew Gate 1 Width value from 0.010" to (Delay + Current Range) ...
  • Page 38 Danatronics, Corp. Gate 1 Level  F1: Done (exit edit mode)  F2: None  F3: None  F4: Next page of Gate 1 parameters  Up/Down Arrow: Slew Gate 1 Level value from 2% to 95%  Right Arrow: Select Gate 1 Alarm to edit ...
  • Page 39 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector  F3: None  F4: Next page of Gate 2 parameters  Up/Down Arrow: None  Right Arrow: Select Range to set  Left Arrow: Select Gate 1 Alarm to edit  MENU/OK: None Gate 2 Start ...
  • Page 40 Danatronics, Corp. Gate 2 Level  F1: Done (exit edit mode)  F2: None  F3: G2 OFF or ON  F4: Next page of parameters  Up/Down Arrow: Slew Gate 2 Level value from 2% to 95%  Right Arrow: Select Gate 2 Alarm to edit ...
  • Page 41 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector  F3: G2 OFF or ON  F4: Next page of parameters  Up/Down Arrow: None  Right Arrow: Select Range to set  Left Arrow: Select Gate 2 Alarm to edit  MENU/OK: None Zero ...
  • Page 42 Danatronics, Corp. Angle  F1: Done (exit edit mode)  F2: Toggle through preset values 30, 45, and 60 degrees  F3: None  F4: Next page of parameters  Up/Down Arrow: Slew Angle from 0 to 85 degrees  Right Arrow: Select Thickness to set ...
  • Page 43 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector  Up/Down Arrow: Toggle thru preset values 30, 60, 90, and 120 Volts  Right Arrow: Select Range to set  Left Arrow: Select Thickness to edit  MENU/OK: Go to Menu to set Energy parameters ...
  • Page 44 Danatronics, Corp. DAC Gain  F1: Done (exit edit mode)  F2: None  F3: None  F4: Next page of parameters  Up/Down Arrow: Slew DAC gain  Right Arrow: Select Range to edit  Left Arrow: Select DAC Curve to edit ...
  • Page 45 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector  Up/Down Arrow: Slew Delay from 0.0" to 20" in 0.001" resolution and equivalent in mm and uSec mode  Right Arrow: Select Gate 1 Detection mode to edit  Left Arrow: Select Range to edit ...
  • Page 46 Danatronics, Corp.  Left Arrow: Select Gate 2 Detection mode to edit  MENU/OK: Go to Menu to edit Measurement Box 2 parameters Measurement Box 3  F1: Done (exit edit mode)  F2: None  F3: None  F4: Next page of parameters ...
  • Page 47 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector  F: Done (exit edit mode)  F2: None  F3: None  F4: Next page of parameters  Up/Down Arrow: Toggle between Peak, Peak Hold, and OFF  Right Arrow: Select 1st parameter of current Parameter page to edit ...
  • Page 48 Danatronics, Corp. Consult with the AWS code for specific values and calculations.  A = Total of system gain, base gain plus reference gain  B = Base system gain  C = Soundpath minus 1 times 2  D = A-B-C...
  • Page 49 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector 3 Datalogger/Communications ECHO series gages with Bluetooth or Datalogger have several unique setup options available in the Datalogger/Communications menu Bluetooth Name When an ECHO gage is enabled with Bluetooth it is automatically given a name. This is the name the gage will show up as when using programs like DataXL Mobile and can be changed at any time.
  • Page 50 Danatronics, Corp. 3. Press F2-Clear or F3-Delete to remove any characters you don’t want 4. Use the up and down Arrows and the Menu/Ok key to enter the new name 5. Press F1-Done when finished Turning Bluetooth on/off Bluetooth can be turned on and off on ECHO gages enabled with Bluetooth.
  • Page 51 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector 2. Use the up and down arrow keys to select the Datalogger option. 3. Press the MENU/OK key. 4. The following screen will appear: 5. Use the up and down arrow keys to toggle between the following settings: ●...
  • Page 52 Danatronics, Corp. To create a new file: 1. Press the F4-Create button. The following screen will appear: 2. Use the up and down arrow keys to determine the file type and the number of readings stored per file. The following file types include: ...
  • Page 53 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector  3D  Boiler  4D Note: It is not necessary to enter data into such fields as: Description, Location, Inspector ID, or Prefix. 3. Use the arrow keys to select any letter or symbol on the screen to create a Starting...
  • Page 54 Danatronics, Corp. Note: The starting and ending IDs do not have to be the exact same number of digits. 4. Press the F4 – Next key when you are done. 5. Repeat instructions above for the Ending ID. 6. Use the up and down arrow keys to select a pattern (standard or reverse). Press the F4-Done key when you are finished.
  • Page 55 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector 4D Data File Creation The ECHO Datalogger supports the creation and use of 4-D files with 4 dimensions for identification. Above shows 4D file “WALL-NTUBE15FTL” where WALL-N is Dimension 1 (North,East,South,West), TUBE1 is Dimension 2 (Tube #), 5FT is Dimension 3 (Elevation), L(Left,Center,Right) is Dimension 4 To create a 4D file: 1.
  • Page 56 Danatronics, Corp. 2. From the Datalogger Directory press F4-Create Below we’ll create a sample 4D file “WALL-NTUBE15FTL” where WALL-N is Dimension 1 (North,East,South,West), TUBE1 is Dimension 2 (Tube #), 5FT is Dimension 3 (Elevation), L (Left,Center,Right) is Dimension 4 3. Use the arrow keys and Menu/Ok to assign a File Name using the Alpha/Numeric keyboard shown.
  • Page 57 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector Note: There is a 20 character max ID for the file name 4. Optional - Use the arrow keys and Menu/Ok to add a Description, Location and Inspector ID. 5. Under Type use the left and right arrow keys to select 4D Manual then press F4- Next 6.
  • Page 58 Danatronics, Corp.  Auto Labeler: automatically builds the list for the dimension based on user supplied information.  Manual Labeler: operator manually enters each label separately Note: Different dimensions do not need to use the same method of labeling. Ex.
  • Page 59 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector DIM Step: Increments in a predetermined number of readings. Most users take every reading (1 step). For Manual Labeler: Use the arrow keys and Menu/Ok to manually enter the label you want for each location of the dimension. To create “WALL-NTUBE15FTL”...
  • Page 60 Danatronics, Corp. Label type: Manual Labeler Number of locations: 4 Manually enter the following: Loc 1: Wall-N Loc 2: Wall-E Loc 3: Wall-S Loc 4: Wall-W Dimention 2 – Tube number - (TUBE1): Label Type: Manual Labeler or Auto Labeler...
  • Page 61 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector Step: 1 Manually enter the below Tube locations or use the above information with Autolabeler to create the following list: Loc 1: Tube1 Loc 2: Tube2 Loc 3: Tube3 Loc 4: Tube4 Loc 5: Tube5 Loc 6: Tube6 Loc 7: Tube7 Loc 8: Tube8...
  • Page 62 Danatronics, Corp. Label Type: Manual Labeler or Auto Labeler Number of locations: 5 Prefix: (leave blank) Start Index: 5 Suffix: FT Step: 5 Manually enter the below Elevation heights or use the above information with Autolabeler to create the following list:...
  • Page 63 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector Loc 3: R 9. When finished press F4- Review to view full list of Locations within the dimension 10. Press F4-Done to return to the file creation screen. Repeat steps for Dimensions 11. Use the arrow keys and Menu/Ok to select the order you will take readings and increment dimensions.
  • Page 64 Danatronics, Corp. 12. Use the up and down arrow keys to select pattern type from the following options  Standard: file advances to the next reading in chronological order  Reverse: file advances to the next reading in reverse chronological order ...
  • Page 65 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector Choosing Where to Save the Readings ECHO series has both internal and SD card memory. Be certain to select and note where your files are located, and always check for adequate memory before taking readings.
  • Page 66 Danatronics, Corp. The data saved will depend on your setup parameters, which are selected from the Setup screen. For example, if the Notes option is set to Off then saved thickness reading will be stored at the ID location [Linear], [Row], [Col] without notes.
  • Page 67 1 to re-take, skip over 2, and to 3 save, then ID number 11 as the next available id. Datalogger Measurement Screen If your ECHO series thickness gage is equipped with a datalogger, the display screen in Measurement mode will look like the screen below: To continue in Measurement mode, follow these steps: 1.
  • Page 68 4. Press the Menu = OK key to select the Menu option. Note: The available choices for F1, F2, F3, and F4 are different for the ECHO series thickness gages without a datalogger. Also, the file symbol, filename, ID: xx,xxxx are not displayed in the non-datalogger version of the ECHO series thickness gages.
  • Page 69 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector 1. In the Datalogger/Comm Menu use the up and down arrow keys to select Notes 2. Press Menu/Ok 3. Use the up and down arrows to choose from the following options Off: Turns notes off Always: Always records notes LOS (Loss of Signal): records notes upon LOS 4.
  • Page 70 Danatronics, Corp. To review a current list of notes: 1. From the Datalogger/Comm Menu, use the up and down arrow keys to select Notes Directory and press Menu/Ok. 2. Use the up and down arrow keys to select the file of notes you would like to review and press Menu/Ok 3.
  • Page 71 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector 5. Press F4-Next until row P. The F4 key will change to F4-Done. Press F4-Done to save and exit Notes Media Notes can be saved directly to the gages internal storage or they can be saved to the removeable SD To change where the ECHO gage saves Notes, follow these steps: 1.
  • Page 72 Danatronics, Corp. 1. From the Datalogger/Comms Menu use the up and down arrow keys to select Output Format 2. Press Menu/Ok 3. Use the up and down arrows to toggle between Grid and Detail Grid: Includes only the CSV style grid data...
  • Page 73 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector 3. Use the up and down arrows to toggle between On and Off 4. Once the appropriate selection is highlighted press Menu/OK to save selection Send The send key is used to send readings externally to DataXL when using Bluetooth To change whether or not the ECHO datalogger is set to Send, follow these steps: 1.
  • Page 74 Danatronics, Corp. 1. From the Datalogger/Comms Menu use the up and down arrow keys to select Save Key 2. Press Menu/Ok 3. Use the up and down arrows to toggle between available options. Depending on your gage configuration a combination of the following will appear ...
  • Page 75 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector 4. Once the appropriate selection is highlighted press Menu/OK to save selection. 4 Customizing Display Options 0 ECHO series gages have several display options that are customizable within the Display Menu based on your preferences. Backlight The gage is readable in direct sunlight as well as indoors.
  • Page 76 3. Press the MENU/OK key or the F1 – Back key to exit the screen. Color The ECHO series gages have a high-resolution color display with multiple color choices. By varying the colors, you can optimize visibility and improve contrast. You cannot chose two of the same colors, however, and the gage will prompt you to pick the next available color if a duplicate is selected.
  • Page 77 6. Press the MENU/OK key or the F1 – Back key to exit the screen. Demo The ECHO series is a robust collection of gages offering a variety of features and software options. Our Demonstration Mode (Demo Mode) displays the various reading types available on each of the lines within the ECHO series.
  • Page 78 Danatronics, Corp. 2. Use the up arrow and down arrow keys to select the line you would like demonstrated. You can choose from Corrosion (ECHO 9/8), Precision (ECHO 7/8) or Flaw Detector (ECHO FD) and press MENU/OK 3. Use the up and down arrow keys to select on or off then press MENU/OK.
  • Page 79 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector To activate the grid view option, follow the steps below: 1. Press MENU/OK, scroll to display, and turn on the Grid View option. You can also choose small or large font parameters, which will affect how large the grid will appear.
  • Page 80 Danatronics, Corp. From grid navigation you can select the following options: ● F1 – Exit Nav: Goes back to the previous screen ● F3 – Sel ID: Goes to the specific ID of a reading that you with to re-take.
  • Page 81 3. Press the MENU/OK key or the F1 – Back key to exit the screen. User (Left Hand/Right Hand) The ECHO series gage is compatible with both right-handed and left-handed users. To adjust your preference, follow the steps below: 1. When in the Display Menu, use the up and down arrow keys to select the User...
  • Page 82 Danatronics, Corp. 2. Select either option: ● Left hand: Soft keys options appear on the left of the screen ● Right hand: Soft keys options appear on the right of the screen 3. Press the MENU/OK key or the F1 – Back key to exit the screen.
  • Page 83 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector 5 Adjusting the Initial Settings The ECHO series gages provide many usage settings that you can adjust depending on your location and preference. To get to the Initial Settings screen, follow these steps first: 1. From the Home screen, press the F1 – Menu key.
  • Page 84 Danatronics, Corp. 1. Use the up and down arrow keys to select the Auto Off option and press the MENU/OK key. 2. Use the up and down arrow keys to scroll through the following settings. ● 1–31 minutes: The gage will turn off automatically between 1–31 minutes ●...
  • Page 85 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector The Calibration Type can be set to either Manual or Auto Calibration. By default the gage is set to Manual calibration. For more information on Calibrating the gage see the Calibration section To change the Calibration Type, follow these steps: 1.
  • Page 86 4. When finished, press the F1 – Back key to exit the screen. Gage Type ECHO series gages can be corrosion gages, precision gages or flaw detectors all in the same unit, but they are not able to be used as all three gage types at the same time. Not all ECHO gages are enabled with all three gage types, but ECHO gages are field upgradable and additional features can be added at any time.
  • Page 87 There are multiple pre-loaded languages on the gage, such as: English, Italian, Spanish, French, German, Russian, Czech, Finnish, Chinese, Japanese, Hungarian, and Portuguese. Please contact Danatronics if you require a language other than the ones provided. To select a language, follow these steps: 1.
  • Page 88 Danatronics, Corp. 4. Use the up and down arrow keys to select Locks Password. 5. Press the MENU/OK key. 6. Enter your 4-digit password/code by scrolling over each character and pressing the MENU/OK key. 7. Press F3 – Set key to complete the password.
  • Page 89 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector Options The Options setting is used for the datalogger. To enter a key, follow these steps: 1. Use the up and down arrow keys to select Options and press the MENU/OK key. 2. Use the arrow keys to enter the correct Key code. After each numerical or alphabetical selection, press the MENU/OK key.
  • Page 90 Danatronics, Corp. Database Reset Performing a Database Reset clears all the files in the database and keeps the first three: Linear, Row Increment and Col Increment database files with cleared readings. All of the user created files in the database will be cleared and deleted.
  • Page 91 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector 5. For gages enabled with multiple gage types, a Gage Type Reset Menu will appear. Select the gage type whose files you wish to delete from the following:  Corrosion: Permanently deletes ECHO 9/8 Corrosion datalogger files ...
  • Page 92 Danatronics, Corp. 3. For gages enabled with multiple gage types, a Gage Type Reset Menu will appear. Select the gage type whose files you wish to delete from the following:  Corrosion: Resets ECHO 9/8 Corrosion parameters  Precision: Resets ECHO 7/8 Precision datalogger files ...
  • Page 93 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector Note: Performing a setup reset permanently deletes all of the user created files from the gage and leaves only the default setups To perform a Setups Reset, follow these steps: 1. When in the Initial Settings menu use the up and down arrow keys to select the Reset option and press the MENU/OK key.
  • Page 94 Danatronics, Corp. 6. When finished, press the F1 – Back key to exit the screen. All of the Above (Database/Parameter/Setup) Reset Performing an All Above Reset clears all the files in the database and keeps the first three Linear, Row Increment and Col Increment database files with cleared readings. All of the user created Setups files and Database will be deleted and the default parameters will be restored at the same time.
  • Page 95 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector 2. From the Initial Settings menu use the up and down arrow keys to select the Reset option and press the MENU/OK key. 3. The Reset Menu screen will appear, use the up and down arrow keys to select the Bluetooth option and press the MENU/OK key.
  • Page 96 Danatronics, Corp. 3. When finished, press the F1 – Back key to exit the screen. Transducer Selection(Xducer)/Setups Selection The Transducer Selection/Setups Selection Menu can appears when the gage is first turned on, but can also be accessed from the Initial Settings Menu.
  • Page 97 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector Measure to continue to Measurement Screen Note: For more information on Selecting a Transducer view the Transducer Selection Section/Setup of the meu Units There are three different Units settings available on the gage. To select one, follow these steps: 1.
  • Page 98 Danatronics, Corp. 2. Use the up and down arrow keys to chose between the following options: ● Off: Disables the Vibrate feature ● On: Enables the Vibrate feature 4. When finished, press the F1 – Back key to exit the screen.
  • Page 99 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector 6 Locks Advanced Locks There are several types of advanced locks from which to choose. The available options are ideal for supervisors or managers who need to protect settings from being changed by other users. These advanced lock options are located in the main menu. To use advanced Locks, follow these steps:.
  • Page 100 Danatronics, Corp. To set a password for the advanced Locks feature, see the Locks Password Initial Settings screen by following these steps:...
  • Page 101 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector 7 Measurements API 5UE API 5UE is a recommended inspection practice from the American Petroleum Institute used to test ID cracking in new steel pipes to identify the defect size. To turn on/off the API 5UE feature, follow these steps: 3.
  • Page 102 Danatronics, Corp. API Defect Reference (API Defect REF) The API Defect reference is the discontinuity reference standard, typically a test block, being used by the user. ECHO FD will size defects accordingly based on the Defect Reference To set the API Defect Reference value follow these steps: 1.
  • Page 103 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector During this mode we are going to generate “K factor”, a constant which is used in subsequent calculations. 1. Press F2 “COLLECT” button, and generate an envelope of waveform by scanning(sliding) transducer on calibration target. Check screen 4 example below. 2.
  • Page 104 Danatronics, Corp. API Measurement Once the calibration is done the API is in measurement mode, during this operation we create “Dc” value and display it in Measurement Box1. the F-Key operations are same as explained in section 3, we use COLLECT button to start creating envelope, press DONE button to accept the envelope and calculate “Dc”...
  • Page 105 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector Screen 10: API Dc value is generated Angle Beam Angle Angle beam transducers can use a variety of wedges allowing for measurements at different angles. Common wedge angles are 30, 45, 60 and 70 degrees. To set the Angle Beam Angle follow these steps: 1.
  • Page 106 The standard B-scan is non-encoded, which means there is no correlation to the image relative to the test piece. Danatronics offers the EZ Scan 6 as a hardware option, which is a magnetic wheel, single axis encoder. When the EZ Scan 6 is used with the ECHO 9DLW or ECHO FD, the image shows the Distance Traveled (DT) so you can correlate the image on the gage to a spot that was tested.
  • Page 107 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector Index value cursor Min alarm line Max alarm line Scan direction B-scan max thickness reference B-Scan Setup Use the B-scan option to setup a manual or time encoded B-scan. To turn on B-scan follow these steps: 1.
  • Page 108 Danatronics, Corp.  Right to left: records readings from right to left 4. The BScan LOS menu option will be selected. Use the up and down arrow keys to choose from the available options and press Menu/OK  Pause (default):pauses B-Scan until the next stable reading ...
  • Page 109 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector Measurement mode. The B-scan will be saved to the Datalogger file. Press F3- Measure when done to begin making measurements  Never: Never saves readings  Min/Max: Saves the max/min A-Scan reading  Alarm: Saves on alarm Note: We recommend using either Never or Min because the alarm will fill up the buffer quickly (61 events).
  • Page 110 Danatronics, Corp. Making B-Scan Measurements When in Measurement mode the bottom of the display will read SAVE, START or STOP and CLEAR. These are used to control the B-Scan image.  F1 – Save: To save all readings, press the F1 – Save key. The amount of saved readings up to the file size of 10,000 readings or what was pre-determined in the current datalogger file set up.
  • Page 111 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector 4. B-scan off 5. Gain 6. Rectification 7. B-scan max range 8. A-scan range Note: If blank is on under measurement, they would be adjustable as well. Split A and B-scan B-Scan File Review B-scan file saved to the datalogger can be reviewed on the gage. To review a B-Scan Datalogger File follow these steps: 1.
  • Page 112 Danatronics, Corp. 4. Use the up and down arrows to review the file list. Highlight and press Menu/Ok to open a file The image below shows the ID where the entire B-scan image is saved; it is indicated by the letter “B” to the right of the file. Press MENU/OK to review the image.
  • Page 113 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector Encoded B-scan The ECHO 9DLW, ECHO 8DLW and ECHO FD can be equipped with the EZ Scan 6, magnetic wheel linear axis encoder with high temperature transducer and pole attachment options. Use of the EZ Scan 6 requires a paid hardware modification to the gage and the purchase of an EZ Scan 6 encoder.
  • Page 114 Danatronics, Corp. To adjust the Encoder Resolution 1. From the Main Menu use the up and down arrow keys to highlight the Measurements Menu and press MENU/OK 2. Use the up and down arrow keys to select BScan Enc. Res. and press Menu/OK.
  • Page 115 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector To turn the CSC feature on/off, follow these steps: 1. From the Measurements menu use the up and down arrow keys to select the CSC option. Then press the MENU/OK key. If CSC is not displaying on the screen check to make sure the angle beam angle has been set Use the up and down arrow keys to chose between the following options:...
  • Page 116 Danatronics, Corp. Coating Thickness For ECHO 9/8 Corrosion gages with waveform (A-Scan) and ECHO FD flaw detectors, the Coating Thickness mode allows you to calibrate and view the coating and substrate thickness simultaneously on the screen without the need for Special transducers.
  • Page 117 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector 7. Make reading on the thin substrate sample and press F2-ZERO. Use the up and down arrow keys until the known value and press F1-CAL 8. Make readings on the thick substrate sample and press F3-VEL. Use the up and down arrow keys to scroll to the known value and press MENU/OK 9.
  • Page 118 Danatronics, Corp. Until DAC Curve is done, the right side panel navigation will not be available; however, you can still navigate parameters by using the left and right arrow keys. 4. Press the F1 – Add key to add DAC point to the curve. An “X” will appear on the peak point to indicate the DAC point (see image above).
  • Page 119 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector Once DAC curve is created, the DAC panel will be available for DAC gain adjustment, DAC curve selection (for the ASME-3 parameter), and custom curves. When DAC is created, DAC alarm options will become available in the Gate Alarm. When the DAC feature is disabled, DAC points will be erased from the DAC table and you must create a new DAC when the feature is enabled again;...
  • Page 120 Danatronics, Corp. DAC Mode The DAC Curve can be set up according to recognized standards or a custom setup can be created. The DAC curve is your reference and you build the curve based on the amplitude of the same sized flaw further out in time. The further the defect is from the...
  • Page 121 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector 1. From this Measurements Menu, select the DAC Mode option, and press the MENU/OK key. 2. Use the up and down arrow keys to select the DAC Gain value 3. Press the MENU/OK key or the F1 – Back key to exit the screen DAC Gain Step DAC Gain Step is the preset increment the DAC gain (db) will be adjusted by 1.
  • Page 122 Danatronics, Corp. 1. From the Measurements menu use the up and down arrow keys to select the Floating Gate to be changed. Floating Gate 1 and Floating Gate 2 are available options. Then press the MENU/OK key. 2. Use the up and down arrow keys to chose between the following options: ...
  • Page 123 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector Gate Tracking Gate Tracking sets the position of the second gate as an offset from the first gate so they will move in tandem with one another. To turn the Gate Tracking on/off, follow these steps: 1.
  • Page 124 Danatronics, Corp. There are several options to choose from when using the gates to set alarms. Each gate can be set to the following parameters:  OFF  Positive  Negative  Minimum depth alarm Positive Gate Alarm To set a Positive Gate Alarm, highlight G1AL. The arrows on the start and end of the gate will be positive facing line as shown in the image below: When an echo breaks into the gate, it will cause the waveform to light up red.
  • Page 125 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector Set a Negative Gate Alarm to monitor when an echo has dropped out of a gate. Typically you would set Gate 1 Positive to look for a flaw and Gate 2 Negative to monitor a back wall echo.
  • Page 126 Danatronics, Corp. Gain Gain refers to an increase in signal power (echo height) and is typically measured in decibels (dBs). The Gain feature is useful for setting a reference level where by making it easier to add or subtract gain.
  • Page 127 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector Peak Pitch Memory Peak Pitch Memory is used for angle beam measurements and produces a chip that alerts the  user when a signal has been peaked. To peak the signal, the operator moves the probe back and  forth viewing the signal to determine the point at which the signal has been peaked by looking  at the current amplitude of the signal or by using peak memory which holds onto the outline of  the peaked signal.       To turn the Peak Pitch feature on/off, follow these steps:   1. From the Measurements menu use the up and down arrow keys to select the Peak Pitch option.
  • Page 128 Danatronics, Corp. The Rect option will vary the way in which the echoes are shown on the waveform display. Rectification does not affect the thickness measurement in any way. There are four options available. To set the Rect option, follow these steps: 1.
  • Page 129 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector HW+: Displays the positive lobes, but not the negative lobes. An indicator is shown on the gage. HW-: Displays the negative echo lobes as positive and does not show the positive lobes at all. An indicator is shown on the gage. 3.
  • Page 130 Danatronics, Corp. Setting the Ref Gain Step can be achieved by following these steps: 1. Press the MENU/OK key and use the arrow keys to select the Measurement option. 2. Use the arrow keys to select the Ref Gain Step option.
  • Page 131 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector Velocity (VEL) You can enter the range of velocity depending on your measurement needs and calibration by using the Velocity option. To set the Velocity option, follow these steps: 1. Use the up and down arrow keys to select the Velocity option and press MENU/OK key.
  • Page 132 Danatronics, Corp. 3. Enter the X-Value parameter. 4. In the pull down menu of the measurement box, you can then choose Gate 1 Surface Distance (-X) as shown below:...
  • Page 133 5. When finished, press the F1 – Back key. 10 Special Gage Functions The ECHO series thickness gages have many special functions that go beyond the basics. This section will discuss these special gage functions in detail. Display Size Options The gage provides four different reading sizes on the display depending on your preference and operation environment.
  • Page 134 Danatronics, Corp. To change the display size when making a thickness reading simply press the F4- Disp MD key until you are satisfied with the selection. Freeze For the datalogger version and non-datalogger version thickness gages, you can freeze your data via the Freeze option.
  • Page 135 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector 2. Press the F2 - Unfreeze key to disable Freeze mode.
  • Page 136 11 Exporting and Updating with DataXL and DataXL Mobile DataXL DataXL is Danatronics free PC based interface program used to update gage software and send/receive datalogger files on your computer. When used with a gage with datalogger, Data XL saves readings to .csv files that can be used in any spreadsheet program such as Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.
  • Page 137 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector 2. Click the Run Anyway button to continue with installation. 3. Click the Next button to select the default folder for Data XL to be installed into.
  • Page 138 Danatronics, Corp. 4. Click the Next button (1d below) to allow a shortcut to be installed in the Start Menu. 5. Click the Install button (1e below) to commence with the installation of Data XL.
  • Page 139 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector 6. Once the installation is completed click the Finish button (1f below). Data XL is now installed on the computer.
  • Page 140 Danatronics, Corp. Setup File Failure to Launch In some instances the Windows OS may block the DataXL setup file from ever launching. This is also done silently so the user has no indication as to why the file fails to launch.
  • Page 141 These software updates are free and available for download on our website . The current ECHO series software file can be found on (http://www.danatronics.com) the resources tab of any of our ECHO series product pages ( ECHO 9 ECHO 8 ECHO 7...
  • Page 142 Danatronics, Corp. 1. Power on the ECHO Series gage by holding the F1 key until the unit beeps and displays the splash screen. 2. Connect the ECHO Series gage via a USB cable to a computer that already has Data XL software installed on it.
  • Page 143 Excel. To import files from a gage, follow these steps: 1. Power on the ECHO Series gage by holding the F1 key until the unit beeps and displays the splash screen. 2. Connect the ECHO Series gage via a USB cable to a computer that already has Data XL software installed on it.
  • Page 144 Danatronics, Corp. Exporting files from ECHO Gages To export files from a gage, follow these steps: 1. Plug the USB cable into the gage and the host computer. 2. Turn the gage on by holding the F1 key until the gage beeps.
  • Page 145 Using the DataXL Screen Capture feature, the user is able to save screenshots of the ECHO display To take a screen capture of your ECHO series display, follow these steps: 1. Plug the USB cable into the gage and the host computer.
  • Page 146 Danatronics, Corp. Terminal The terminal is a developer area not used by most customers. Terminal Commands The case sensitive commands available in the terminal are as follows: get thickness This command is used to obtain a thickness reading from the gage.
  • Page 147 This command is used to obtain a list of the files on the gage. The gage will transfer a list of all files on the gage, terminated by x’FFFF’. read /dev/datalog/<filename> This command is used to transfer the named file to the host, in Danatronics .CSV format. The transfer is terminated by x’FFFF’. write /dev/datalog/<filename>...
  • Page 148 Danatronics, Corp. read /dev/datalog/<FILE NAME> OR Write following command to read a file from sd card read /sd/datalog/<FILE NAME> Replace <FILE NAME> with name of the required file (without brackets or extension). 2. Press “Start read” button on terminal tab 3.
  • Page 149 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector Preferences The DataXL preferences tab allows the user to change the language displayed within DataXL and view their MAC addresses (required for DataXL Pro upgrade). To change the DataXL Language follow these steps 1. 1.With DataXL open, click the preferences tab 2.
  • Page 150 Danatronics, Corp. File Merge When multiple inspectors are taking readings that are part of the same main file, their data can be merged back into one file after the readings are complete using the File Merge feature To Merge Files with DataXL follow these steps: 1.
  • Page 151 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector File Create New Datalogger files can be created within DataXL then sent to Danatronics thickness gages with Datalogger. To Create a new DataXL datalogger file, follow these steps: 1. Open DataXL and click the File Create tab.
  • Page 152 Danatronics, Corp.  Linear  2D  3D  Boiler  Manual  2D Manual  3D Manual  4D Manual  Notes 4. A window will appear displaying the available inputs for the selected file type. Enter a file name...
  • Page 153 File Convert is a custom feature not used by most customers DataXL PRO DataXL Pro is Danatronics paid version of DataXL. DataXL Pro displays the A-Scan and thickness displays on the screen as they would have been displayed on the thickness gage.
  • Page 154 Danatronics, Corp. 3. Press the DataView button and DataXL will open the selected file within DataXL A-Scan file view in DataXL Pro...
  • Page 155 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector B-Scan file view in DataXL Pro...
  • Page 156 Before you can use any of the features available in DataXL Mobile, you need to connect your ECHO series thickness gage. When the gage is connected a green dot will appear on the upper left corner of the Device Connection section of the DataXL Mobile main menu.
  • Page 157 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector...
  • Page 158 If your gage does not appear in the list, make sure your ECHO with bluetooth is on and press the scan button in the upper right corner to refresh the list.  Note: Only one device can be connected to your thickness gage at a time To disconnect your bluetooth Enabled ECHO series thickness gage...
  • Page 159  Press the green “DISCONNECT” button at the bottom of the Device connection Screen or turn of your ECHO series thickness gage Live Mode Live Mode allows the user to see the readings from the gage on their IOS or Android...
  • Page 160 Danatronics, Corp. To use Live Mode  Make sure ECHO series thickness gage is connected to your IOS or Android device - See Device Connection section for more information on how to connect  Select Live Mode in the upper right corner of the DataXL Mobile main menu to enter Live Mode ...
  • Page 161 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector  By default DataXL Mobile will display both the thickness and waveform. To view the thickness reading only or if you don’t have a waveform displayed on your gage, press the Blue “Thickness Only” button in the middle of the “Live Mode” screen.
  • Page 162 Gage SD Directory contains files stored on the removable microSD card in the gage.  Make sure ECHO series thickness gage is connected to your IOS or Android device - See Device Connection section for more information on how to connect...
  • Page 163 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector  To view files stored in either directory, choose the directory you wish to view from the DataXL Mobile main menu. A list of the files will appear on your mobile device. You can select any file, then press the transfer button to export a copy of the file to your mobile device.
  • Page 164 Danatronics, Corp. Mobile Device Directory The Mobile Device Directory contains files stored on your mobile device  When in the Mobile Device Directory, a list of files stored on your mobile device will appear. Click on a file to choose from the available options ...
  • Page 165 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector To create a new file, select the product you want to create a file for. For ECHO  8 gages you should select the ECHO 9/8 option when setting up a corrosion file and ECHO 7/8 when setting up a precision file. ECHO FD should be chosen for Flaw detector files.
  • Page 166 Danatronics, Corp. Once your new file is open you can fill in the available fields with your desired  information. Note: Start and end columns need to be the same number of characters Press create file to save file to your device. The file is now available in the ...
  • Page 167 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector Settings Within the setting menu the user can change languages and toggle between Thickness only and A-Scan + Thickness for live view...
  • Page 168 Danatronics, Corp. Available languages include:  English Italian Spanish French Czech Finnish...
  • Page 169 Chinese Russian 12 Technical Specifications Product Specifications for ECHO Series Size: Length 7.25” x Width 4.00” x Height 2.00” (184mm x 101.6mm x 50.8mm) Weight: 1.15 lbs (.52 kg) with internal Li-Ion battery, 1.0 lb. (.45 kg) with optional Alkaline tray including 3 AA batteries Display: 3.5”...
  • Page 170 Danatronics, Corp. Material Velocity Range: .0200 in/usec-.7362 in/ uS (0.508-18.699 mm/ uS) Batteries: Standard 3.7 V Li Ion internally rechargeable battery (11-27 hours...Standard mode of 4Hz. and 74% brightness: 27 hour continous operation, Fast mode at 25Hz., continuous measurements in echo to echo mode: 11 Hours) or optional alkaline tray for 3...
  • Page 171 Hardware Options: Bluetooth, Alkaline battery tray, rubber boot, Magnetic pipe stand, footswitch, magnetic wheel encoder Bluetooth Regulatory Information Danatronics uses the Bluetooth RN4870 module for ECHO gages enabled with Bluetooth. Regulatory information for the RN4870 module is as follows Regulatory Approval ID Numbers The RN4871 module has received the regulatory approval for the following countries: •United States/FCC ID: A8TBM71S2...
  • Page 172 Danatronics, Corp. Regulatory Approval Details and Marks Brazil Este producto contém a placa Modelo RN4871 código de homologação ANATEL 02699- 19-08759. Canada This device contains license-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s license-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1.This device may not cause interference.
  • Page 173 Danatronics ECHO gages with Bluetooth come integrated with the below antenna. It is the only approve antenna for ECHO gages with Bluetooth Antenna Description –...
  • Page 174 Danatronics, Corp. 低功率射頻電機須忍受合法通信或工業、科學及 醫療用電波輻射性 電機設備之干擾。 United States This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This...
  • Page 175 ECHO FD Ultrasonic Flaw Detector Cadmium 0.110 2800 Copper 0.180 4700 Glass(crown) 0.210 5300 Glycerine 0.075 1900 Gold 0.130 3200 0.160 4000 Inconel 0.220 5700 Iron 0.230 5900 Iron (cast) 0.180 4600 Lead 0.085 2200 Magnesium 0.230 5800 Mercury 0.057 1400 Molybdenum 0.250...
  • Page 176 Danatronics, Corp. Tungsten 0.200 5200 Uranium 0.130 3400 Water 0.0584 1480 Zinc 0.170 4200 13 Technical Assistance Call Danatronics, Corp. at 978-777-0081 or email us at sales@danatronics.com for specific technical assistance or troubleshooting questions.

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