Sonotec SONAPHONE Operating Manual
Ultrasonic testing device for preventive maintenance
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- Page 1 Operating Manual SONAPHONE Ultrasonic testing device for preventive maintenance Translation of the German original Revision: 2.0 | 2023-04-03...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Device labeling ......................14 3.6 Connections, interfaces, device elements ..............15 Status display and device buttons ................17 Home screen ........................19 3.9 SONAPHONE Software ....................20 3.10 Operating keys of the headphones ................21 Commissioning ........................ 22 Charging the battery ..................... 22 Fastening the carrying strap to the device ............... - Page 3 Directory structure ....................... 40 Transferring data from the device to a PC ..............41 9.3 Using the microSD card ....................41 Using SONAPHONE DataSuite ..................43 10.1 Managing data ......................43 10.2 Collecting data ......................43 Cleaning and maintenance .................... 44 11.1 Cleaning .........................
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Page 4: Notes On This Documentation
Operating Manual | 1 Notes on this documentation SONAPHONE 1 Notes on this documentation General Purpose This documentation constitutes an integral part of the product and contains important advice on safe operation as well as all information on intended and efficient use. Thus, any person using the product must have read and understood this documentation. -
Page 5: Identification Of Warning Instructions
Operating Manual | 1 Notes on this documentation SONAPHONE 1.3 Identification of warning instructions Classes of danger, signal words and colors This documentation contains warnings regarding hazards of different classifications. These classes are characterized by signal words and colors. They include the following: ... -
Page 6: Safety Instructions
Operating Manual | 2 Safety instructions SONAPHONE 2 Safety instructions This section contains safety information relating to the protection of persons as well as safe and fault-free operation. All user groups of the product must be aware of and follow these safety provisions. -
Page 7: Personnel And Qualifications
Operators of the device must have thorough expertise, skills and experience to avoid errors that may lead to unforeseeable consequences. Ultrasonic testing with the SONAPHONE may only be carried out when the following (minimum) conditions are met: Selection of suitable accessories •... -
Page 8: Safety-Conscious Working Practices
Operating Manual | 2 Safety instructions SONAPHONE 2.4 Safety-conscious working practices Accident prevention and environmental protection In addition to the instructions in this operating manual, please mind the generally applicable legal and other regulations on accident prevention and environmental protection. -
Page 9: Use Of The Product
Do not use the product and its accessories if they display functional errors and/or • visible damage. Only connect the product to approved equipment received from SONOTEC GmbH or • its sales partners. The product adheres to the protection class given in the technical specification and is •... -
Page 10: Modifications And Alterations
Spare parts and accessories Spare parts and accessories must comply with the technical requirements specified by SONOTEC GmbH and its suppliers. Whenever original parts are used, compliance is given. No alterations to the software Do not alter the supplied software or commission software alterations to third parties. The software may not be disassembled, decrypted or decompiled in full or in part. -
Page 11: Description Of The Device
3.2 Prohibited use Any use not approved by SONOTEC GmbH is prohibited and may lead to injury or damage to property. SONOTEC GmbH accepts no liability for damage caused by prohibited use of the product. -
Page 12: Range Of Functions
Applications range from "simple" leak detection through to monitoring tasks for complex processes. The device concept of the SONAPHONE has been developed to support the user with evaluation for a range of different processes by means of an adapted sensor system and flexibility in the output of the recorded data. -
Page 13: Working Principle
For a variety of different processes, ultrasonic signals are created in different frequency ranges, which the SONAPHONE makes visible and audible: For tests carried out with the SONAPHONE, a distinction is made between two types of ultrasound with regard to the use of sensors: Airborne sound –... -
Page 14: Device Labeling
Operating Manual | 3 Description of the device SONAPHONE 3.5 Device labeling Identification plate Identification Manufacturer’s address Model ID Serial number CE marking Disposal The marking for disposal is located on the battery cover: 14 / 54 Revision: 2.0 | 2023-04-03... -
Page 15: Connections, Interfaces, Device Elements
Operating Manual | 3 Description of the device SONAPHONE 3.6 Connections, interfaces, device elements Structure Description Connection/interface/device element Microphone Slot for micro SD card USB port • Type: Micro-USB socket, type B • for charger / power supply / data transfer Headphone jack (jack socket 3.5 mm) - Page 16 Operating Manual | 3 Description of the device SONAPHONE Connection/interface/device element Speaker Sensor cable socket • Type: LEMO 0B (4-pin) • with marked plug-in position Camera and flash Battery with cover Carrying strap bracket 16 / 54 Revision: 2.0 | 2023-04-03...
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Page 17: Status Display And Device Buttons
3.7 Status display and device buttons Structure Description Component Description/function Status LED SONAPHONE Shows the current device status: • Green: Device is starting. • Red: Measurement value recording is active. Status-LED state of charge Shows the current state of charge: •... - Page 18 Configurable hardware Activation/deactivation of the display lock when tilting or button turning the SONAPHONE handheld unit. If the display lock is activated, it may be deactivated by pressing the hardware button. The assignment of the hardware button can be set in the SONAPHONE apps.
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Page 19: Home Screen
Operating Manual | 3 Description of the device SONAPHONE 3.8 Home screen Structure Desciption Description/function Status bar: Shows volume, charge level and time. With a swipe gesture from top to bottom, further information/settings can be displayed. Time and date (digital clock widget) Quick access (up to 6 apps can be placed) Opens the overview of all installed apps and widgets. -
Page 20: Sonaphone Software
Operating Manual | 3 Description of the device SONAPHONE 3.9 SONAPHONE Software Operating system The SONAPHONE's operating system is based on Android 4.4.2. The source code can be disclosed upon request. SONAPHONE Apps Icon Name Application App to manage (install, update, uninstall) SONAPHONE apps Software Manager and app licenses. -
Page 21: Operating Keys Of The Headphones
Operating Manual | 3 Description of the device SONAPHONE 3.10 Operating keys of the headphones Always observe the manufacturer's original operating manual and the applicable instructions for safe working with ear protection in noisy areas. Structure Description Description/function Switch headphones on/off: Press key for approx. -
Page 22: Commissioning
Operating Manual | 4 Commissioning SONAPHONE 4 Commissioning 4.1 Charging the battery The device is shipped with a partially charged battery. If the battery becomes discharged as a result of transport or use of the device, charge it using the supplied power supply unit. -
Page 23: Fastening The Carrying Strap To The Device
Operating Manual | 4 Commissioning SONAPHONE 4.2 Fastening the carrying strap to the device Mounting the carrying strap bracket The carrying strap bracket is pre-assembled. If this is not the case, proceed as follows: Use the Allen key (included in delivery) to loosen and remove the cylinder head screw of the battery cover. - Page 24 Operating Manual | 4 Commissioning SONAPHONE Attaching the carrying strap Loosen the end of the carrying strap from the adjustment buckle. Pull the adjustment buckle to a position where the end of the strap is long enough to be attached to the carrying strap bracket.
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Page 25: Switching The Device On/Off
Operating Manual | 4 Commissioning SONAPHONE 4.3 Switching the device on/off Switch on Press and hold the On/Off button for approx. 3 seconds. The boot screen is displayed. The status LEDs light up. The device is started up. -
Page 26: Setting User Interface Language, Date And Time
Operating Manual | 4 Commissioning SONAPHONE 4.4 Setting user interface language, date and time After the first power on After switching on the device for the first time, the interface language, date and time must be set. ATTENTION Mind the correct configuration of date and time! The date and time configured in the device will be used in file names and/or as metadata when saving measurements and creating screenshots. - Page 27 Operating Manual | 4 Commissioning SONAPHONE The „Welcome“ screen opens. Select the user interface language (1). Set the date and time (2). Tap the Apply“ ( ) icon. The welcome screen closes and will not be displayed on subsequent device starts.
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Page 28: Managing Sonaphone Apps
Operating Manual | 5 Managing SONAPHONE apps SONAPHONE 5 Managing SONAPHONE apps Installation files can be transferred to the device via USB interface. SONAPHONE apps and licenses are managed with the “Software Manager” app. 5.1 Internet portal “mySONAPHONE.com” Owners of the device can register on the Internet portal “mySONAPHONE.com” with the serial number of the device. -
Page 29: Uninstalling And Removing
Operating Manual | 5 Managing SONAPHONE apps SONAPHONE 5.3 Uninstalling and removing Unnecessary or unused apps can be uninstalled and removed from the device if necessary. When uninstalling, only app-specific basic settings (e.g. set user name) are reset. The measurement data recorded with the app is retained. -
Page 30: Preparing A Work Order
Operating Manual | 6 Preparing a work order SONAPHONE 6 Preparing a work order In diesem Bereich werden Vorbereitungen und Einstellungen beschrieben, die vor dem Bearbeiten eines Arbeitsauftrags notwendig und/oder sinnvoll sind, um belastbare und bewertbare Messdaten aufzuzeichnen und Messungen in übersichtlicher Form durchzuführen. -
Page 31: Connecting The Sensor
When connecting the sensor, always mind the red markings on the sockets of the sensor and the SONAPHONE handheld unit as well as the sensor cable. Connect the sensor to the SONAPHONE handheld unit via the sensor cable. The SONAPHONE handheld unit provides power to the sensor. - Page 32 Operating Manual | 6 Preparing a work order SONAPHONE Available sensors Different types of SONAPHONE sensors are available depending on the work order/application. More detailed information on the function and use of the sensors can be found in the user documentation of the corresponding sensor:...
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Page 33: Using Headphones
Follow the manufacturer's operating instructions and all valid instructions for working safely with hearing protection in noise areas. Connecting and operating Connect the headphones to the SONAPHONE with the appropriate cable. Press and hold the “On/Off” ( ) button for approx. 3 seconds to switch on the headphones. -
Page 34: Adjusting The Volume
Operating Manual | 6 Preparing a work order SONAPHONE 6.5 Adjusting the volume When assessing machine or system states using the device, the interpretation of the converted audible ultrasonic signals plays a vital role (as well as the observation of the level indicators and the spectrogram). - Page 35 Operating Manual | 6 Preparing a work order SONAPHONE Setting suppression of background noise on headphones The headphone settings can be adjusted in order to completely cancel out or gradually adjust any background noises, such as that from industrial equipment. If you are working in a team or training employees, you can adjust the headphone settings to allow for conversation without having to remove the headphones.
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Page 36: Performing Measurements
Additional data may be added either directly after recording the measurement values or at a later point in time. 7.1 Using SONAPHONE apps Measurements can be performed using the “SONAPHONE LevelMeter App” or a specialized app. More detailed information on performing measurements can be found in the user documentation of the corresponding app:... -
Page 37: Creating Screenshots
7.2 Creating screenshots Screenshots can be helpful for documenting measurements in addition to the additional data. For example, current SONAPHONE app screens can be saved as images on the device and then used to analyze/evaluate measurements. Press the “On/Off” and “Decrease volume” buttons at the same time. -
Page 38: Concluding A Work Order
8 Concluding a work order Once all measurements have been taken and saved, they can be subsequently analyzed on the device or processed for further applications (e.g. PDF reports or editing in SONAPHONE DataSuite). 8.1 Reading PDF files on the device To view PDF files (user documentation, PDF reports of SONAPHONE apps) on the device, the free Acrobat®... -
Page 39: Hiding Or Closing An App
Operating Manual | 8 Concluding a work order SONAPHONE 8.2 Hiding or closing an app Distinction App … Description/function Hiding • The app is moved to the background. • The app is still active and can be reopened quickly. • User data (username, selected folders or applications, audio settings) are preserved. -
Page 40: Managing Data
PC and analyzed or further processed on the PC. The data generated includes: Measurement and additional data of the performed measurements, • Photos taken with the camera app, • - PDF reports and ZIP archives created with SONAPHONE apps, • Screenshots, • Log files of SONAPHONE apps •... -
Page 41: Transferring Data From The Device To A Pc
Operating Manual | 9 Managing data SONAPHONE MicroSD card When a microSD card is inserted, SONAPHONE Apps can save measurement data directly to the card as PDF reports or in ZIP archives. The following directory is created on the microSD card: SD Card >... - Page 42 Operating Manual | 9 Managing data SONAPHONE Safely removing the microSD card ATTENTION Risk of data loss and damage of the microSD card! Improper removal of the microSD card may result in data loss and/or damage to the card. Do not remove the microSD card: while data is stored on the card and •...
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Page 43: Using Sonaphone Datasuite
The measuring points grouped in routes can be processed with the SONAPHONE handheld unit and the SONAPHONE AssetExpert App. More detailed information on the function and use of the SONAPHONE AssetExpert app can be found in the user documentation: https://www.sonotec.de/doc/sonaphone/en_sonaphone_assetexpert ... -
Page 44: Cleaning And Maintenance
ATTENTION Check the compatibility of used cleaning agents! The compatibility of all cleaning agents with used materials and colors must be confirmed and approved by SONOTEC GmbH or the respective supplier. Unsuitable cleaning agents Do not clean the product with: scratchy, aggressive, solvent-containing or benzine-containing cleaning agents, •... -
Page 45: Maintenance
• replacing the battery. Only use stipulated tools. • Only use a replacement battery from SONOTEC. • When replacing the battery, make sure that it is placed correctly in the housing. • Switch off the device and disconnect it from the power supply. - Page 46 Operating Manual | 11 Cleaning and maintenance SONAPHONE Carefully remove the battery cover with the battery. ATTENTION – Do not tear off the battery cables! Do not damage the battery! Disconnect the connector of the battery cable in the device.
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Page 47: Troubleshooting
The following information may also be useful: Date of purchase and dealer name • Active applications at the time of the error • Log files of the SONAPHONE apps • (located in the device directory Internal Memory > Logs) 47 / 54 Revision: 2.0 | 2023-04-03... -
Page 48: Technical Data
Operating Manual | 13 Technical data SONAPHONE 13 Technical data General data Dimensions (W × H × D) 90 × 174 × 25 mm (90 × 174 × 30 mm with high capacity battery) Weight 370 g (420 g incl. high capacity battery) - Page 49 Resolution: 800 × 480 Pixel Miscellaneous 5-megapixel camera on the back of the device Integrated microphone Integrated speaker Integrated position sensor Software Operating system Android 4.4.2 SONAPHONE Apps LevelMeter (factory pre-installed) Measurement Core Software Manager Hardware Manager SONAPHONE Setup Ambient conditions Operating temperature -10 °C …...
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Page 50: Disposal
Operating Manual | 14 Disposal SONAPHONE 14 Disposal 14.1 Recycling and taking back of used equipment Electrical and electronic devices may pose a risk to health and the environment if disposed of incorrectly. They cannot therefore be disposed of as domestic waste according to WEEE Directive 2012/19/EU (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive). -
Page 51: Removing The Battery
Operating Manual | 14 Disposal SONAPHONE 14.2 Removing the battery According to legal requirements, batteries must be disposed of separated from their electrical devices. For self-dependent disposal at designated collection points, the batteries must be removed from the device. WARNING Injuries due to improper removing of the battery! Improper removing of the battery can lead to injuries as well as damage to the device. - Page 52 Operating Manual | 14 Disposal SONAPHONE Disconnect the connector of the battery cable in the device. Dispose of the battery and the device separately according to the instructions. 52 / 54 Revision: 2.0 | 2023-04-03...
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Page 53: Warranty
Warranty During the warranty period, SONOTEC GmbH will eliminate all deficiencies caused by material or manufacturing faults free of charge. SONOTEC GmbH will at its own discretion offer warranty by reparation or replacement of faulty products. Exceptions Internal accumulators as well as damage caused by unintended use, by wear or by manipulation of the product are exempt from warranty. -
Page 54: Manufacturer Information
© SONOTEC GmbH All rights reserved. All contents of this document are property of SONOTEC GmbH and are protected by copyright. Duplication, modification and/or distribution in any form, particularly for reprint, for photographic, mechanical or electronic reproduction or in the form of saving in data processing systems or data networks is forbidden without written approval by SONOTEC GmbH.
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