Positron 3782091C/50, User Manual

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Windows Based Software
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4.0 Windows-based Insulator Tester Software
The Positron Insulator Tester Software is factory-installed on the Tablet/Laptop shipped with the
Insulator Tester. Similarly, the RS232 long-range Bluetooth adapter has been factory-paired with
the Tablet/Laptop shipped.
4.1 Insulator Tester Software Description
The Tablet/Laptop is Windows based and has the Positron Insulator Tester Software pre-installed.
All data formats are backward compatible. The long range Bluetooth Class I device enables on-
the-spot remote downloading.
The Windows-based Insulator Tester Software is used:
A) BEFORE the testing session:
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To create and store one or more lists of insulators to identify the insulator to test and
the condition of each insulator prior to generating a graph of the insulator E-field
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To test the Bluetooth communication between the Tablet and the Probe
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To set up a working folder
B) DURING the testing session
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To remotely download the data scanned by the insulator tester
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To identify last scanned insulator from the list
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To display the graphic representation of the E-field along with the identification of
the insulator
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To make on-site GO/NOGO decisions based on the severity of the defects detected
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To retain or discard the immediate results of a downloaded insulator test
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To signal the Probe Operator to repeat the scan or proceed with the next scan
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To put the Tester in sleep mode after the testing of all insulators of a tower.
C) AFTER the testing session
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To use as a reference database to evaluate insulator degradation over time
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To display the relative health of insulators using graph of the E-field along an insulator
during live-line conditions
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To use this information to determine where and when preventative action needs to
be taken to prevent failures
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To use as a tool in the asset management of Composite (Polymeric) insulator.
The Insulator Tester Software has been pre-installed on the
Tablet/Laptop supplied with the unit. The icon for the Insulator
Tester Software appears on the main-touch screen.