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MTG-99 Hall Effect Gages 

 

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About the MTG-99 Series 

The MTG-99 is designed for simple and easy non-destructive thickness measurements of 
any non-ferrous material, less than .360” (9.144 mm) with access to both sides. Each 
surface should be flat and parallel.  Included in your kit should be the MTG-99 along 
with the AC charger adapter, USB cable, internal re-chargeable Li Ion battery, Custom 
rubber booth with stand, internal datalogger with 2 gb micro sd card memory, Probe 
along with the calibration kit and shims.

  

 
Latest Software Updates 

Danatronics periodically releases software updates with new and improved gage 
functionality and features. You can download the latest standard software at no charge by 
going to 

www.danatronics.com

 and clicking on the support tab. Use the most recent 

version of Data XL, which is also available on the website to download at no charge, and 
use the USB cable provided with the kit. Plug the cable into the USB port on the top left 
of the MTG-99 and use the “Software Upgrade” tab to begin. 
 
 

 

Summary of Contents for MTG-99

Page 1: ...Ver 1 1 User s Guide MTG 99 Hall Effect Gage...

Page 2: ...on can cause serious damage to components factories facilities personal injury and even death ALL DANATRONICS GAGES ARE NOT INTRINSICALLY SAFE AND SHOULD NOT BE USED IN ANY HAZEDOUS OR EXPLOSIVE AREAS...

Page 3: ...Gage Features 10 Locating the USB Slot 10 Using the Accessory Mount 10 Locating the Altitude Change Release Regulator 10 2 Using Basic Gage Operations 11 Power on the Gage 11 Selecting the Menu Optio...

Page 4: ...ks 48 8 Datalogger Comm 52 Working with the Datalogger Directory 53 Existing Datalogger File 53 Creating a new Datalogger File 55 Reviewing a Datalogger File 59 Datalogger Media 60 F1 Function 60 Outp...

Page 5: ...d internal datalogger with 2 gb micro sd card memory Probe along with the calibration kit and shims Latest Software Updates Danatronics periodically releases software updates with new and improved gag...

Page 6: ...the MTG 99 Hall Effect thickness gage 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 scree...

Page 7: ...rrespond with the Save Thickness function F2 with the Freeze function or F3 with the Clear MNMX clear min max function Many times the left or right arrow keys can be used instead of the MENU OK key to...

Page 8: ...a blue LED when charging and the light will go out when fully charged Allow several hours up to 10 hours to fully charge Note There is a battery indication monitor on the bottom right of the screen s...

Page 9: ...om the USB connector on the top of the gage Using Non rechargeable AA Batteries A non rechargeable alkaline AA pack is also available This option requires a spare tray and 3 AA batteries Follow these...

Page 10: ...ot strap is attached to the bail on the back of the boot It can be used as a right or left handed strap or a finger strap You can also connect the strap to a 4 point chest harness for hands free use T...

Page 11: ...The MTG 99 requires 15 minutes for the probe and gage to warm up as their temperature aligns To skip this screen press F1 to go to the measurement screen or MENU OK to go to the Main menu Note Temper...

Page 12: ...all of the saved parameters from the gage and replaces the settings with default values Parameter Reset Performing a Parameter Reset restores default parameters to the factory settings To perform a Pa...

Page 13: ...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 To perform...

Page 14: ...Increment database files with cleared readings All of the user created files in the database will be deleted and the default parameters will be restored at the same time This selection is the equival...

Page 15: ...key to cancel a database parameter reset About Screen You can find out information about your MTG 99 gage such as the model number version number and contact information from the gage s About screen...

Page 16: ...d cable to the top right of the MTG 99 2 Connect the probe to the MTG 99 gage with the coiled cable via the connector on top of the MTG 99 3 Press and hold the F1 ON key to turn on the MTG 99 Pressing...

Page 17: ...s are found in the initial settings menu display rate is found under the measurement meu Selecting Ball Size When selecting the ball size 3 16 0 360 MAX is the default selection You may need to change...

Page 18: ...x value ie 0 241 vs 0 240 3 Calibrating the Gage The standard multipoint calibration should be completed every time the gage is being used It should be done after waiting 15 minutes for the gage and p...

Page 19: ...key 4 Use the up and down arrow keys to select the VIEW CAL TABLE option 5 Press the MENU OK key to view the calibration table Calibration Table Standard Calibration The standard calibration process i...

Page 20: ...readings Note The target ball size used to calibrate the MTG 99 must be used for all readings until the gage is calibrated to another target ball size To begin the standard calibration follow these st...

Page 21: ...calibration shim in their respective fixtures Note The target ball should be placed on calibration fixtures prior to placing the fixture on the probe to avoid damaging the probe To complete the stand...

Page 22: ...ginning with the thinnest calibration point Place the ball in on the calibration fixture with the thinnest shim for your intended measurement range and place the fixture on the probe Note While the ga...

Page 23: ...ow display on the left hand side of the screen under Point Table 8 The gage will now prompt you to use the thickest calibration fixture Repeat steps 4 7 using the thickest calibration fixture for your...

Page 24: ...rature drift It is strongly recommended to do a Q CAL every 15 minutes particularly on parts thicker than 0 080 2mm The MTG 99 will prompt the user to perform a Q CAL if it detects temperatures change...

Page 25: ...rts thicker than 080 or 2mm Note The ball must not be on or in close proximity to the probe while the Q cal process takes place 4 Customizing Display Options Backlight The gage is readable in direct s...

Page 26: ...prompt you to pick the next available color if a duplicate is selected Some color changes are dynamic meaning you will see the changes as you make the selection e g Flags Background Others such as Pop...

Page 27: ...t On the measurement screen where readings are displayed you have the ability to control the largest displayed reading The MTG 99 defaults to showing the current measurement value on the display but i...

Page 28: ...option you wish to have displayed largest Depending on the features turned on within the Measurements Menu The following options may be displayed If they are not displayed they have not been turned o...

Page 29: ...or use the right arrow to enter Initial Settings 4 Use the up and down arrow keys to select any of the settings you wish to change 5 When finished press the F1 Back key to exit the screen About The Ab...

Page 30: ...e up and down arrow keys to scroll through the following settings 1 31 minutes The gage will turn off automatically between 1 31 minutes Never The gage will never turn off automatically 3 When finishe...

Page 31: ...nt day 1 31 Month Current month Jan Dec Year Current year 2014 2025 4 When finished press the F1 Back key to exit the screen Language There are multiple pre loaded languages on the gage such as Englis...

Page 32: ...ck is disabled Key The keys on the gage are locked Cal Calibration keys and values cannot be modified 3 When finished press the F1 Back key to exit the screen Advanced Locks Please see Section 7 Speci...

Page 33: ...omplete the selection process or press the F1 Back key to exit the screen Note The Key code must be at least eight characters An invalid message will appear if the Key code is incorrect Reset You can...

Page 34: ...rs 16 Press the F2 Yes key to reset all parameters in the gage back to default settings or press the F3 No key to cancel a parameter reset Database Reset Performing a Database Reset clears all the fil...

Page 35: ...r Reset Performing a Database Parameter 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...

Page 36: ...e back to default settings or press the F3 No key to cancel a database parameter reset Resolution The Resolution setting defaults to auto and can be modified The user can select between auto 0 01 0 00...

Page 37: ...F1 Back key to exit the screen Units There are three different Units settings available on the gage To select one follow these steps 1 Use the up and down arrow keys to select the Unit option and pre...

Page 38: ...d press the MENU OK key 2 Use the up and down arrow keys to chose between the following options Off Disables the Beeper option On Enables the Beeper option 3 When finished press the F1 Back key to exi...

Page 39: ...l Effect Gages 39 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...

Page 40: ...inished press the F1 Back key When strip chart is on you can change the min max of strip chart the ID number and turn on alarms You can set these various options from the Measurements menu and you can...

Page 41: ...nu 2 If you select the Alarm Type option you can chose from the following settings by using the up and down arrow keys Off Disables the audible and vibrating alarm feature High Alarm will occur when t...

Page 42: ...rcentage the waveform and the F2 key will illuminate yellow 6 When finished press the F1 Back key to exit the screen Note The Alarm Low Ref limit will not go beyond the Alarm High Ref limit As noted a...

Page 43: ...as you approach the minimum In Alarm mode choosing a non zero percent value provides a warning for readings that approach the selected percent value of the high or low limits For example if the alarm...

Page 44: ...value between the reading and the entered reference value To set the Diff options follow these steps 1 Use the up and down arrow keys to select the Diff TYPE option and press the MENU OK key or the ri...

Page 45: ...lay Rate Menu 2 Use the up and down arrow keys to adjust the display rate up or down 3 When finished press the F1 Back key to exit the screen Min Max The Min Max option provides multiple options for d...

Page 46: ...ow keys to select the Strip Chart option and press the MENU OK key or the right arrow key to enter the Strip Chart Menu 2 Use the up and down arrow keys followed by the MENU OK key to turn the strip c...

Page 47: ...NU OK key or the right arrow to enter the Ball Size Menu 2 Use the up and down arrow keys to select the desired target ball size 3 When finished press the F1 Back key to exit the screen 7 Special Gage...

Page 48: ...When finished press the F1 Back key Using the Freeze Option For the MTG 99 you can freeze and hold your measurement value via the Freeze option To use the Freeze option follow these steps 1 From the...

Page 49: ...these steps 1 From the Measurement screen press the Menu OK key The Menu screen appears 2 Use the up and down arrow keys to select the Locks option and press the MENU OK key The following lock options...

Page 50: ...to the Initial Settings screen by following these steps 1 From the Measurement screen press the Menu OK key 2 Use the up and down arrow keys to select the Initial Settings option 3 Press the MENU OK...

Page 51: ...U OK key 7 Press F3 Set key to complete the password Note If you forget or want to clear the password enter 0081 to reset it Once the code is activated any locked function will require the password to...

Page 52: ...the F1 Back key Working with the Datalogger Directory The datalogger has a built in file and data management system Each thickness reading is stored and tagged with an alphanumeric identification num...

Page 53: ...the following options Use the up and down arrow keys followed by the MENU OK key to select Press F1 Back when done Clear all Readings Clears all readings from the datalogger file Gage will ask if you...

Page 54: ...logger menu F2 Open Selects the currently highlighted file for use and opens the measurement screen F3 Measure Opens the file that has been preselected and is designated by a yellow folder to the left...

Page 55: ...the below image 4 You will have the option to enter Description Location and Inspector ID and Prefix information These fields are optional Use the arrow keys followed by menu ok to enter information i...

Page 56: ...ask for starting and ending columns Use the arrow keys followed by MENU OK to enter in the column values The starting and ending IDs must have the same number of characters For 2D files the gage will...

Page 57: ...NESW North East South West TBLR Top Bottom Left Right Use the right arrow key to set the first increment to either column or custom point and press F4 Next 9 Use the right and left arrow keys to sele...

Page 58: ...the Datalogger Directory option and press the MENU OK key 2 Use the up and down arrow keys followed by the MENU OK key to select the file you wish to review 3 The current file s menu will open Either...

Page 59: ...stored either on the gage approx 1MB or on the SD card 2GB standard To set the Datalogger Media option follow these steps 1 Use the up and down arrow keys to select the Datalogger Media option and pr...

Page 60: ...outside programs like Excel To set the Output Format option follow these steps 1 Use the up and down arrow keys to select the Output Format option and press the MENU OK key or the right arrow to ente...

Page 61: ...ck key to exit the screen After this selection is made when the gage s F1 function is set to save the F1 key will display BMP or SAVE THK depending on what was selected The data saved will depend on y...

Page 62: ...end Via option and press the MENU OK key or the right arrow to enter the Send Via menu 2 Use the up and down arrow keys to select from the following options Bluetooth Available as a custom hardware so...

Page 63: ...teps 1 Plug the footswitch cable into the connector on the top left of the MTG 99 2 The Send and Save keys will now activate whenever the footswitch is pressed When the footswitch is pressed it will p...

Page 64: ...software v3 17 0 or higher installed on it 3 Launch Data XL software 3a Click the Software Upgrade tab located in the upper portion of Data XL 3b Click the Select File To Download button which will la...

Page 65: ...MTG 99 Hall Effect Gages 65...

Page 66: ...the gage and the host computer 2 Turn the gage on by holding the F1 key until the gage beeps 3 Launch Data XL on the host computer 4 Click the Refresh Gage Button button in Data XL to get the file lis...

Page 67: ...MTG 99 Hall Effect Gages 67...

Page 68: ...Power Requirements AC Mains 100 VAC to120 VAC 200 VAC to 240 VAC Display Type 3 5 high resolution color TFT display 320 x 240 pixels 1 4 VGA sunlight readable including multiple color pallets Backlig...

Page 69: ...th Environmental Testing Designed for IP67 MTG 99 Probe Specifications Probe Specifications Targets Min Thickness Max Thickness Accuracy PR 1 Basic Calibration Multipoint 1 16 in 1 58 mm ball TB 062 0...

Page 70: ...Danatronics Corp 70 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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