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DeFelsko PosiTector GLS Manual

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Summary of Contents for DeFelsko PosiTector GLS

  • Page 1 Gloss Meter On-Gage Help Reference Ayuda en el Medidor On-Gerät-Hilfe Aide sur l’instrumentation...
  • Page 2 For an overview of the use and operation of your instrument, refer to its included Instruction Manual or download a digital PDF at www.defelsko.com/manuals. Update your gage to ensure your PosiTector includes these latest help references.
  • Page 3 Contents Memory ........................Open ........................View ........................Display ........................Annotate ........................ Print ........................New Batch ......................Close ........................Delete ........................Batch Summary ..................... Statistics ........................Statistics ........................ Clear ........................HiLo Alarm ......................Differential ......................Calibration Settings ...................... Edit ......................... Open ........................New Cal Standard ....................
  • Page 4 Input Devices ..................... Keyboard ....................Power Off Time ..................Send Batches ....................Sync Batches ....................Bluetooth Classic ..................... Pairing ......................Enabled ...................... Stream ....................... Info ......................Smart Probes ....................USB ........................Sync.net Now ....................USB Drive ......................JSON Files ....................HTML Report .....................
  • Page 5 Memory The PosiTector GLS Advanced has internal memory storage for recording measurement data. Stored measurements can be reviewed on-screen or accessed via computers, tablets and smart phones. Measurements are date and time-stamped. Store up to 250,000 readings in up to 1,000 batches.
  • Page 6 Either the touch screen or navigation buttons can be used to enter annotations. Annotations can be synchronized with PosiSoft.net and the PosiTector App. They are included in PosiSoft USB Drive reports. Print Sends a statistical summary and individual measurements to the optional Bluetooth wireless printer.
  • Page 7 Batch Summary Displays a summary of all stored batches with the Batch Name, Probe Type and Number of Readings listed for each batch. Page 5...
  • Page 8 Statistics Menu option for configuring Statistics and HiLo Alarm modes. Statistics Statistics mode continually displays/updates average, standard deviation, min/max thickness and number of readings while measuring. When selected, the statistics icon and statistical summary will appear on the display. Ignore the last measurement by pressing the (-) button. Press (+) to clear statistics. Clear Clears all on-screen Statistics and HiLo tabulations.
  • Page 9 Calibration Settings Calibrate the PosiTector GLS probe to known standards by using included gloss calibration standard (tile) or user supplied calibration standard. Place the probe on a known standard and select the Calibrate menu item. Alternatively, if Power-On Cal is selected in the Cal Settings menu the gage will perform a calibration every time the gage is powered on.
  • Page 10 Cal Standard For some applications, it may be desirable to calibrate the PosiTector GLS probe to a different calibration standard than the one included with the probe. Add and manage up to 99 calibration standards from this menu.
  • Page 11 - M11.1.0 is the end of EDT. ‘M’ specifies that the date will follow a ‘Month.Week.Day’ format. 11.1.0 is the eleventh month, first week, first day (Sunday) Detailed NTP instructions available at: www.defelsko.com/NTP Reset Restores factory settings and returns the Gage to a known condition. The following occurs: All batches, stored datasets, batch names, and screen captures are erased.
  • Page 12 The default calibration standard that was included with the probe is selected, and all other calibration standards are deleted. Menu settings are returned to the following: Memory = OFF Statistics = OFF HiLo Alarm = OFF Differential = OFF Scan Mode = OFF Auto Dim = ON Bluetooth &...
  • Page 13 Allows the touch screen functionality to be disabled. All gage functions can also be controlled using the navigation buttons. Scan By default, the PosiTector GLS takes approximately 1 reading per second. Scan mode allows the user to take multiple readings in rapid succession (2 readings per second) without lifting the probe.
  • Page 14 Geometry (PosiTector GLS2060 and GLS206085 models only) Select the angles to display when taking measurements. Language Converts displayed and printed words to the selected language. Gage Info Displays the model number and serial number, probe type and serial number, PosiSoft.net registration key, the amount of remaining memory for storage of readings, date and time, and software packages.
  • Page 15 (enter). This provides a simple way to capture readings as they are taken without any special software, drivers or complex setup. For more information on BLE Keyboard mode visit: www.defelsko.com/connect Power Off Time By default, the PosiTector Advanced powers off after 5 minutes of inactivity. This power...
  • Page 16 Bluetooth Classic Allows readings to be sent to a computer, optional printer or compatible device using Bluetooth wireless technology. Pairing required. See www.defelsko.com/bluetooth NOTE: Bluetooth Classic is not compatible with the PosiTector App. Enable Bluetooth for use with the PosiTector App.
  • Page 17 Pairing The instrument and receiving device must be paired before readings can be transmitted. For pairing instructions, see www.defelsko.com/bluetooth Enabled Allows readings to be sent to a computer, optional printer or compatible device using Bluetooth Classic wireless technology. Pairing required.
  • Page 18 Sync.net Now When selected, the Gage immediately synchronizes stored measurement data to PosiSoft.net (USB connection required to a computer running PosiSoft Desktop). Alternatively, select Auto Sync.net from within the USB connect menu to automatically synchronize upon connection to a PC. Additional measurements added to memory while connected are synchronized only when the USB cable is disconnected and reconnected, or when the Sync.net Now option is selected.
  • Page 19 (enter). This provides a simple way to capture readings as they are taken without any special software, drivers or complex setup. For more information on USB Keyboard mode visit: www.defelsko.com/connect Keyboard Format By default, when a measurement is transferred in Keyboard mode, it's followed by a carriage return (enter).
  • Page 20 For more information on Keyboard mode visit: www.defelsko.com/connect WiFi Allows connection to your local wireless network or mobile hot spot. Ideal for using your network’s internet connection for synchronizing stored measurements with PosiSoft.net. See www.defelsko.com/wifi Setup Options Setup WiFi configuration options for the Gage.
  • Page 21 Internet of Things device and is ideal for users with an existing WiFi network and a desire to stream live readings to a central application or database. For more information on WiFi Streaming visit: www.defelsko.com/connect Auto Sync .net When enabled, the Gage automatically attempts to synchronize stored measurement data with PosiSoft.net upon power-up (internet connected WiFi network required).
  • Page 22 To enable, select Access Point from the Connect > WiFi menu. The Access Point icon will display in the upper left of the PosiTector display. Securing your Access Point To ensure the PosiTector is only accessible to authorized devices, it is important that you enter a passphrase (password) for the Access Point.
  • Page 23 Determines if a software update is available for your Gage. To perform an update the Gage must be connected to an internet connected computer running PosiSoft Desktop, or a WiFi network. See www.defelsko.com/update WARNING: The Gage will perform a Hard Reset after an update. All stored measurements will be erased from memory.
  • Page 24 Press (+) or touch the (i) icon to display the help. Update your gage to ensure that you have the latest on-gage help information. A formatted PDF containing all on-gage help items is available at www.defelsko.com/help. Menu Operation To access the Menu, power-up the gage, then press the center navigation button.
  • Page 25 Power Off To conserve battery life, the gage will automatically go to sleep after 5 minutes of inactivity and enter Sleep Mode. While in Sleep Mode the gage powers up significantly faster— convenient when moving between parts or locations. The gage will completely power off after 4 hours of inactivity.