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  • Page 1 USER MANUAL Version 10 - 2022 GlobalTestSupply www. .com Find Quality Products Online at: sales@GlobalTestSupply.com...
  • Page 2 You can download the latest version of this manual by visiting the SDT International website: • Due to typical self-discharge of NiMH batteries, it is recommended to charge the SDT270 battery at least every 3 months, even if it is not used.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    SDT270 ATEX version Specific safety precautions for SDT270 ATEX version ..........................9 ATEX marking ...................................... 9 ATEX classification ....................................9 SDT Sensors for SDT270 ATEX version ..............................9 Safety precautions for the laser Charging the battery SDT270 autonomy ..................................... 12 The SDT universal charger ..................................
  • Page 4 Download and erase stored data with DataDump ..........................37 15.3.1 Erasing SDT270 memory ............................. 38 Installation and activation of Updater software 16.1.1 Introduction ................................ 39 16.2 Installation of SDT Updater application .............................. 39 16.2.1 Retrieve the installer............................39 16.2.2 Setup ................................... 39 16.3 Activate Updater software ................................. 43 Updating &...
  • Page 5 System Info SDT270 & SDT200 navigation icons list* 23.1 Measurement screen icons ................................62 23.2 Miscellaneous function key icons ............................... 63 23.3 Main menu icons ....................................63 Recommended calibration intervals EU Directives and Standards Warranty Responsibility limits Destruction and recycling of waste equipment Copyright 5/67 GlobalTestSupply...

  • Page 6: Introduction To The Sdt270

    Maintenance Departments. At SDT we recognize each customer’s ultrasound needs are as unique as they are. So, the SDT270 is proposed with 6 versions, and you have the possibility to build your custom Kit configured to meet your specific needs.

  • Page 7: Sdt270 Versions

    2 SDT270 versions Your device is upgradeable which means that you can add functionalities, sensors, software, and accessories as and when you need it. So, your investment in your SDT270 will be paying you back for years to come. 2.1 Find your SDT270 version To check your SDT270 version, please refer to the chapter "System Info".
  • Page 8  ✓ ✓   ICP accelerometer  ✓ ✓ ✓   Built-in thermometer  ✓ ✓   Built-in tachometer Accessories ✓    ✓ ✓ Acoustic cones EDS 1 & 2  ✓ ✓   ...

  • Page 9: Sdt270 Atex Version

    3.4 SDT Sensors for SDT270 ATEX version The SDT270 is working with all SDT Sensors, but only the Flexible sensor ATEX and the Needle RS1 ATEX can be used in hazardous areas. While working in potentially explosive environment, use only ATEX sensor tip on flexible rod, ATEX ParaDish2, ATEX RS1N needle contact sensor, or ATEX RS1T threaded contact sensor.

  • Page 10: Safety Precautions For The Laser

    4 Safety precautions for the laser The SDT270 is equipped with a class 2 laser: risk of eye injury: • Never look directly to the laser beam • Never point the laser beam at a person’ eye • Do not aim the laser at specular reflective surfaces •...

  • Page 11: Charging The Battery

    Battery charge of the SDT270 ATEX must exclusively be performed outside potentially explosive environments. Only use the charger provided by SDT. The charging time will typically be 6 hours. When the Led of the charger is off, the SDT270 battery is completely charged.

  • Page 12: Sdt270 Autonomy

    • In the same way, it is possible to set the delay of the screen backlight, accessing the device settings. 5.2 The SDT universal charger Charger type: Specific for SDT170, SDT200 and SDT270 NiMH battery pack Indoor use only; ambient temperature: min 0°C, max 45°C.

  • Page 13: Turn On & Turn Off The Sdt270

    Overvoltage Category: EMC: EN 61000-4, EN 61000-3, EN 61010-1 Electrical safety (LVD): EN 60950-1:2007 UL 60950-1, ed2(2005) Weight: 300 grams / 10.6 ounces Housing: IP40 Protection Class: 6 Turn on & turn off the SDT270 6.1 Turn on To turn on the SDT270, press the Power button on the bottom right of the keypad.

  • Page 14: Plug & Unplug A Sensor

    7 Plug & unplug a sensor 7.1 Plug a sensor The SDT270 has two measurements channels for external sensors: • The first one is equipped with a black collar. It corresponds to the B choice on the display. The black collar LEMO is reserved for ultrasonic and Mass Flow sensors.

  • Page 15: Keyboard Functions When Taking A Measurement

    8 Keyboard functions when taking a measurement • F1 to select a sensor. • F2 to select a measurement type • F3 to adjust the settings for the sensor in use. • Disc button to save measurements. • M button to start the measurement acquisition. •...

  • Page 16: Taking An Ultrasonic Measurement

    9 Taking an ultrasonic measurement External Ultrasonic sensors must be connected to the black collar LEMO connector. Select the desired ultrasonic sensor using F1 button, if necessary. Set up amplification using Up and Down arrow buttons, till the up and down amplification adjustment indicators disappear.

  • Page 17: Saving Data

    At the end of the computation time, a screen detailing RMS, Max RMS, Peak and Crest factor values, is displayed: Press the F1 button to come back to the measurement screen without saving. 9.4 Saving Data This feature is not available on the SDT270 SB version. To check your SDT270 version, please refer to the chapter "System Info".

  • Page 18: Taking A Vibration Measurement

    10 Taking a vibration measurement This requires optional accessories and firmware key. The accelerometer must be connected to the red collar LEMO connector. Select the accelerometer using F1 button, if necessary. Set up the headphone volume using Left and Right arrows. 10.1 Measurement type: static or dynamic This feature is available on the SDT270 DD and DU versions.

  • Page 19: Frequency Range

    The acceleration and velocity RMS, the acceleration Peak and Crest Factor are calculated over the total computation time. 10.2.2 Frequency range Select and adjust the frequency range. The available ranges are from 10 to 1000 Hz and from 10 to 10000 Hz. Use the F1 button to save the settings as a preferred configuration Use the F2 button to load your preferred configuration Use the F3 button to use a one-shot configuration, without saving it.

  • Page 20: Taking A Temperature Measurement Using The Built-In Thermometer

    11 Taking a temperature measurement using the built-in thermometer This feature is available when the option T is activated. Select the built-in thermometer by highlighting the T in the upper left corner of the display with F1. 11.1 Laser Press F2 to activate the laser. The message on the bottom right of the display indicates the status of the function. So, in the example shown below, the laser is off.

  • Page 21: Taking A Rotational Speed Measurement Using The Built-In Tachometer

    12 Taking a rotational speed measurement using the built-in tachometer This feature is available when the option R is activated. Before using the tachometer, place a reflective tape on the element you want to measure the rotational speed. Select the built-in tachometer by highlighting the R in the upper left corner of the display with F1. 12.1 Laser Press F2 to activate the laser.

  • Page 22: Viewing And Deleting Stored Measurements

    13 Viewing and deleting stored measurements These features are not available on the SDT270 SB version. To check your SDT270 version, please refer to the chapter "System Info". Press the Enter button and highlight the Tree icon: Visible icons on this screen may vary depending on the version of your device.

  • Page 23: Planned And Conditional Survey Modes

    14 Planned and Conditional Survey modes These features are available on the SDT270 SU and DU versions. To check your SDT270 version, please refer to the chapter " ". System Info Planned_survey_mode Conditional_Survey_mode 14.1 Planned survey mode 14.1.1 Selecting the planned Survey mode for measurement storage Press Enter Key, using...

  • Page 24: Viewing Alarms Attached To The Measurement

    If you want to see the attached alarms or enter a message, please refer to the following chapters. If not, push the Enter and go to the chapter Setting up the SDT270. 14.1.3 Viewing alarms attached to the Measurement From the selecting Measurement screen, you are able to view the alarms attached to the Measurement by pressing Button.

  • Page 25: Getting And Saving Data

    14.1.5.1 Adjust Amplification (US sensors) Using the Up and Down arrows, adjust the amplification until the up and down adjustment amplification indicators disappear. This one could be set between 0 to 90 dB. The Status LED acts as a clipping indicator and will flash red if the amplification level is too high. 14.1.5.2 Adjust headphone volume (ultrasound sensors and accelerometers) Increase or decrease the headphone volume using the Right and Left arrows until reaching a level of signal which is...

  • Page 26: Measurement In Alarm

    If you forget to record Measurements for a planned Survey, they automatically be inserted in the conditional Survey 14.1.8 Measurement in alarm When you record a measurement triggering an alarm, the status LED will be lit with the color of the highest level of alarm reached: blue for the warning level, orange for danger level and red for alarm level.

  • Page 27: Selecting The First Measurement

    and then press Enter key one more time. A screen proposes you to select one of the uploaded surveys. Using Up or Down Arrows, highlight the chosen survey and then press Enter Key. 14.2.2 Selecting the first Measurement On a new screen, the SDT270 indicates to the operator: •...

  • Page 28: Setting Up The Sdt270

    • Fixation defect • Belt wear • Coupling wear • Oil level • Defective operation • Leakage • Air leak • Steam leak • Vacuum leak. Use the Up or Down arrows to highlight the appropriate message text and then press Enter Key.

  • Page 29: Selecting The Next Measurement

    The SDT270 automatically selects the following Measurement of the Survey. Note: Checkmark in bottom left corner indicates already collected and saved (in SDT 270 instrument) data in measurement point. No checkmark indicates that no there is no reading collected and saved.

  • Page 30: Measurement In Alarm

    Checkmark indication applies to all measurement settings/sensors. 14.2.8 Measurement in alarm When you record a measurement triggering an alarm, the status LED will be lit with the color of the highest level of alarm reached: blue for the warning level, orange for danger level and red for alarm level. In the same time, a message will inform you of the alarm levels and thresholds exceeded.

  • Page 31: Sdt270 Datadump Software

    ''Install Software''. To continue the installation, please turn to the chapter ''Setup''. 15.1.2 Online Installation Visit SDT ftp site at the address: https://sdtultrasound.com/support/software/. Select the directory ''Latest version'' and double click on the file ''SetupDataDump.msi''. 15.1.3 Starting up the installation You should now see the following screen: Click ''Next''.
  • Page 32 By default, the SDT270DataDump software will be installed in the folder C:\Program Files\SDT\SDT270 Data Dump. You can specify a different location at your convenience by clicking on ''Browse''. Click ''Next''. The following screen appears: Click ''Next''. 32/67 GlobalTestSupply www. .com Find Quality Products Online at: sales@GlobalTestSupply.com...

  • Page 33: Activate Datadump Software

    A new screen confirms the software is installed. Click ''Close'' to complete the setup. 15.2 Activate DataDump software Before starting the activation process, you need the email providing your serial number Install (if necessary) and run Updater… Encode the serial number you received by email in the license window 33/67 GlobalTestSupply www.
  • Page 34 Generate your hardware code Your hardware code is now generated From the received email, click on the link ‘’license activation page’’ 34/67 GlobalTestSupply www. .com Find Quality Products Online at: sales@GlobalTestSupply.com...
  • Page 35 Encode your hardware code generated in step 4 Verify your details Tick the check box Click on the button ''Next step'' Extranet generates your license number... 35/67 GlobalTestSupply www. .com Find Quality Products Online at: sales@GlobalTestSupply.com...
  • Page 36 Encode this license number in the license window and click on the button ‘’Enter’’ to complete the activation You are done! 36/67 GlobalTestSupply www. .com Find Quality Products Online at: sales@GlobalTestSupply.com...

  • Page 37: Download And Erase Stored Data With Datadump

    Your SDT270 must be switched on with the Measurement screen loaded. Then connect the SDT270 to a USB socket of your computer using the Mini-USB/USB cable provided by SDT. Start DataDump Application on your computer, the following screen appears: Verify the USB radio button is ticked then click on Collect.

  • Page 38: Erasing Sdt270 Memory

    Click on Save. DataDump will generate and open the report: Example of report in Excel format. The wave files are stored in the following path: C:\Users\Public\Documents\SDT\SDTDataDump\Reports\report_270xxxxx_YYYY-MM-DD (x) files 15.3.1 Erasing SDT270 memory From the main screen, select the menu Device and choose the option Delete all device Data.

  • Page 39: Installation And Activation Of Updater Software

    Updater software 16.1.1 Introduction The SDT Updater application is a standalone program that installs updates and upgrades on your SDT200 or SDT270 device. If you do not have a licensed installation of UAS or DataDump, use SDT Updater application. Installation_of_Updater_application Activate_Updater_software 16.2 Installation of SDT Updater application...
  • Page 40 Click ''Next''. The following screen appears: By default, the SDT270Updater software will be installed in the folder C:\Program Files(x86)\SDT\SDTUpdater. You can specify a different location at your convenience by clicking ''Browse''. Click ''Next''. The following screen appears: 40/67 GlobalTestSupply www.
  • Page 41 After a progress bar screen, the software is installed. Click ''Close'' to complete the setup. Launch the application from the shortcut on your desktop (or type , SDT Updater). The software is to be registered at the first use. You should have received the serial number corresponding to the application with your order.
  • Page 42 Following a quick guide at the send of the mail, the serial No. is used to generate a unique hardware code allowing to activate your license. Once the registration procedure completed, a summary mail is sent to you. 42/67 GlobalTestSupply www.

  • Page 43: Activate Updater Software

    16.3 Activate Updater software Before starting the activation process, you need the email providing your serial number Install (if necessary) and run Updater… Encode the serial number you received by email in the license window 43/67 GlobalTestSupply www. .com Find Quality Products Online at: sales@GlobalTestSupply.com...
  • Page 44 Generate your hardware code Your hardware code is now generated From the received email, click on the link ‘’license activation page’’ 44/67 GlobalTestSupply www. .com Find Quality Products Online at: sales@GlobalTestSupply.com...
  • Page 45 Encode your hardware code generated in step 4 Verify your details Tick the check box Click on the button ''Next step'' Extranet generates your license number... Encode this license number in the license window and click on the button ‘’Enter’’ to complete the activation 45/67 GlobalTestSupply www.
  • Page 46 You are done! 46/67 GlobalTestSupply www. .com Find Quality Products Online at: sales@GlobalTestSupply.com...

  • Page 47: Updating & Upgrading Your Sdt270

    17 Updating & upgrading your SDT270 … using the SDT270 Updater software (for SDT270 SB and SS device versions) … using the DataDump software (for SDT270 SD and DD device versions) … using the Ultranalysis Suite software (for SDT270 SU and DU device versions) To check your SDT270 version, please refer to the chapter "System Info".

  • Page 48: Upgrading

    17.1.2 Upgrading If you want to upgrade your SDT270 to a higher version, please contact first SDT or your local representative, which will send you by email an Upgrade Key file. The key name has a format type ''ne270xxxxxx.sdt.key'' where ''neSDT270xxxxxx'' is the serial number of the device you want to upgrade.

  • Page 49: Updating & Upgrading Your Sdt270 Using Datadump Software (For Sdt270 Sd And Dd Device Versions)

    When the upgrade or update process are completed, disconnect your SDT270 from your computer and then restart it. 17.2 Updating & upgrading your SDT270 using DataDump software (for SDT270 SD and DD device versions) • You need first to install first the SDT270 driver, to install DataDump software, and to activate it, before performing an update or an upgrade.

  • Page 50: Upgrading

    17.2.2 Upgrading If you want to upgrade your SDT270 to a higher version, please contact first SDT or your local representative, which will send you by email an Upgrade Key file. The key name has a format type ''ne270xxxxxx.sdt.key'' where ''neSDT270xxxxxx'' is the serial number of the device you want to upgrade.

  • Page 51: Updating & Upgrading Your Sdt270 Using The "Ultranalysis Suite" Software (For Sdt270 Su And Du Device Versions)

    A new screen appears. Select the Key file from the location you previously stored it and click ''Open''. When the upgrade or update process are completed, disconnect your SDT270 from your computer and then restart it. 17.3 Updating & upgrading your SDT270 using the "Ultranalysis Suite"...

  • Page 52: Updating

    17.3.2 Upgrading If you want to upgrade your SDT270 to a higher version, please contact first SDT or your local representative, which will send you by email an Upgrade Key file. The key name has a format type ''ne270xxxxxx.sdt.key'' where ''neSDT270xxxxxx'' is the serial number of the device you want to upgrade.
  • Page 53 Run Ultranalysis suite. Develop the menu ''Device / SDT270'' and choose the option ''Update firmware''. Tick the radio button USB and click on ''Check for updates''. A new screen appears. Select the Key file from the location you previously stored it and click ''Open''. 53/67 GlobalTestSupply www.
  • Page 54 When the upgrade or update process are completed, disconnect your SDT270 from your computer and then restart it. 54/67 GlobalTestSupply www. .com Find Quality Products Online at: sales@GlobalTestSupply.com...

  • Page 55: Keyboard Functions When Navigating Inside The Menus

    SDT270 settings and system i nformation 18 Keyboard functions when navigating inside the menus F1 to come back to the previous menu. Left and right arrows to select the previous or the next field. Up and down arrows to change the value of the selected field. Enter to validate your choice and came back to the previous menu.

  • Page 56: Switch Between Icon And Text Interfaces

    19 Switch between icon and text interfaces To access the Main menu from the measurement screen, press Enter. Use the arrow buttons to highlight the Settings icon: Press Enter to access the Settings menu. Then highlight the LCD menu and press Enter: Select the last field and switch between icon and text interfaces: 56/67 GlobalTestSupply...

  • Page 57: Network Settings

    20 Network settings When your SDT270 is not connected to a Network, it is advised to parameter the LAN to disable. This setting permits to increase the battery autonomy of more than 20%. Use the Right Arrow to highlight the LAN enabled field, then using the Up Arrow set the field to NO.

  • Page 58: Settings

    21 Settings To access the Main menu from the measurement screen, press Enter. Use the arrow buttons to highlight the Settings icon: Press Enter to access the Settings menu: Use the arrow buttons to select the desired menu and enter to access it.
  • Page 59 22 System Info From the Measurement screen press Enter. Use left arrow to highlight Down Arrow till highlighting the System Info Menu: Press the Enter Button to access to it. The first screen provides: • The SDT270 Version (SB, SS, SD, SU, DD or DU) and the installed options (for example T= built-in thermometer;...
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  • Page 61 Press the Down Arrow, to access to the fourth screen which indicates: • The SDT270 Serial Number. • The PCB Serial Number. • The SDT270 Firmware Version. For SDT270 DU and SDT270SU, an additional screen provides the percentage of memory used for Static and Dynamics Measurements.
  • Page 62 Miscellane ous 23 SDT270 & SDT200 navigation icons list* 23.1 Measurement screen icons Switch between sensors (internal and external sensors) Change measurement mode Static measurement Dynamic measurement Adjustable frequency Turn laser on Turn laser off Open "Sensor settings menu" Save the settings as a preferred configuration and go back to measurement screen Load your preferred configuration and go back to measurement screen (undo all changes) Go back to measurement screen using modified settings...
  • Page 63 Trigger 23.2 Miscellaneous function key icons Increase value Decrease value Activate editing mode Activate displaying mode (allows to see survey data) Delete Erase a character Skip (go to next screen) Ok / Continue 23.3 Main menu icons Back to measurements screen Open "Device settings menu"...
  • Page 64 Browse tree structure Enter "Planned survey mode" Enter "Conditional survey mode" Messaging *Some of these icons only appear in specific device versions 64/67 GlobalTestSupply www. .com Find Quality Products Online at: sales@GlobalTestSupply.com...
  • Page 65 6 months, or 2 years calibration interval: by evidence, local legally applicable regulations supersede SDT rules. For these reasons, SDT Calibration Certificates do no more mention a “calibration due date”, but simply the “last calibration date”. For user convenience, the date of the last calibration of an SDT200 or 270 instruments can also be found in the menu screens.
  • Page 66 Note: The owner is obliged to keep this user manual and to pass it on to future users in case of resale. 26 Warranty SDT International guarantees the SDT270 unit against manufacturing faults for a period of 2 (two) years, with the exception of the battery and accessories (charger, headphones, sensors, etc.) these are guaranteed for a period of 6 (six) months.
  • Page 67 Or return the waste apparatus to SDT International or to a SDT Dealer • For an apparatus that contains a battery, SDT International will transfer the battery to a local company that will recycle it in accordance with EU "Batteries" Directive and Belgian laws.

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