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Page 2: ...may be very hot immediately after use and may burn if touched Contains precision parts which may be easily damaged and cause injury DO NOT TOUCH the smoke uid intake pipe in the smoke cartridge area...

Page 3: ...treat it with care for lasting use This product is designed for indoor use only and should not be subject to harsh environments It is not designed for use in hazardous areas those containing explosive...

Page 4: ...ww sdifire com Kit Contents Solo 365 Electronic Smoke Detector Tester Kit containing Solo 365 Head Unit x 1 Solo 371 Smoke Generator x 1 Solo 370 Lithium Ion Battery Pack x 1 Solo ES6 Smoke Cartridge...

Page 5: ...www sdifire com 5 Solo 365 Universal USB Charger x1 Product Registration Card x1 Quick Start Guide x1 USB Lead x1...

Page 6: ...e 5 ASD Adaptor Testing ASD Systems 5 1 Installing the ASD Adaptor 5 2 Testing with the ASD Adaptor 6 Removing Replacing 6 1 Removing the Smoke Cartridge 6 2 Replacing the Smoke Cartridge 6 3 Removing...

Page 7: ...te of delivery to the Buyer or for a period of 12 months after the date of sale by the Buyer to the nal customer whichever period is the shorter 1 2 Acknowledgement Solo is a registered trade mark of...

Page 8: ...ine service and maintenance tasks with ease Solo 365 includes advanced technology that simpli es functional testing of smoke detectors in the eld 1 Clear cup 2 Smoke outlet 3 Proximity sensor 4 Automa...

Page 9: ...st or debris within the Solo 365 housing can be removed using an air duster Any condensation can be removed by wiping with a lint free cloth Ensure the battery is fully charged before use Do not charg...

Page 10: ...nerator do not remove it until indicated that a replacement is necessary Do not re use old cartridges 3 4 Inserting the Battery Once the battery is charged clip the battery pack into the battery compa...

Page 11: ...the pole until the button springs up through the hole Twist to lock Fig 4 NOTE A Solo 101 extension pole can extend the Solo 100 and 108 telescopic poles or may be used separately 4 2 Powering on Solo...

Page 12: ...hing Green Power on Fast flashing Blue Testing normally Slow flashing Red Consumable low Fast flashing Green Clearing ready Fast flashing Red Consumable low Main status indicators flash fast Blue Main...

Page 13: ...so the detector is clear from the cup 2 The Status Indicator LEDs will flash fast green 3 Raise the unit over the detector again whilst the status indicator LEDs are flashing fast green 4 The Status...

Page 14: ...ode and replacing the cup with the Solo 365 ASD Adaptor Product Code Solo 372 001 Fig 6 Users should note that using the Solo365 in this configuration is outside the scope of the UL classification for...

Page 15: ...pressing the function button for one second the status LEDs will ash orange 7 Within 20 seconds ensure Solo365 is locat ed over the sampling hole on the aspirating pipe to carry out the test Fig 10 8...

Page 16: ...erator by placing your thumb in the recess and sliding the cartridge along the guide rails Fig 11 Do not remove the generator 6 2 Replacing the Smoke Cartridge 1 Remove the cartridge from the bag 2 Sl...

Page 17: ...duster Any condensation can be removed by wiping with a lint free cloth 6 4 Replacing the Smoke Generator 1 Insert the generator firmly into the recess engaging clips 1 and 2 Fig 14 NOTE Once the gen...

Page 18: ...olo 365 ASD Adaptor Solo 365 Smoke Cartridges x 6 Solo 365 Service Pack containing Spare 1058 x 1 Solo 370 x 1 Solo 371 x 1 SOLO371 024 SOLO372 024 ES6 6 PACK 024 SERVICE360 024 Consumables Accessorie...

Page 19: ...rom the other arm 8 3 Removing Replacing the Membrane 1 Ease the membrane off the clear cup gently 2 Take the replacement membrane and stretch it over the clear cup Fig 18 8 2 Replacing the Clear Cup...

Page 20: ...f remove the battery Check the fan moves freely if not remove the smoke cartridge and generator from within Solo 365 Fan faults may occur due to debris getting inside the unit Carefully use an air dus...

Page 21: ...luding battery generator cartridge Dimensions H including handle x W widest x D Dimensions H excluding handle x W widest x D Dimensions as above with cup in user position Clear cup dimensions Storage...

Page 22: ...been made to ensure the accuracy of information which is provided in good faith but nothing contained herein is intended to incorporate any representation or warranty either express or implied or to f...

Page 23: ...riel de test de d tecteurs per l apparecchiatura della gamma per il colaudo dei rilevatori para la gama de equipos de comprobaci n de detectores Solo Solo Solo Solo ENGLISH DEUTSCH FRAN AIS ITALIANO...

Page 24: ...ector twist and pull down to remove 1 2 3 1 2 3 4 A 101 1 1m extension pole can extend the 100 and 108 telescopic pole or may be used by itself with the range of tools A maximum of 3 extension poles i...

Page 25: ...Netzspannung anschlie en einschalten gr ner Schalter und ber den Melder halten L st der Melder nicht innerhalb von 1 Minute aus ist er m glicherweise defekt In zwei Versionen erh ltlich Solo 423 110...

Page 26: ...ecteur et renouveler le test Disponible en version 120 V et 230 V Comprend un syst me de protection thermique NE PAS TOUCHER LA GRILLE EN METAL NE PAS OBSTRUER LES EVENTS LES PIECES NE SONT PAS REPARA...

Page 27: ...Prolunga opzionale Fissare il morsetto Inserire il 423 4 nel palo Premere l interruttore Posizionare sotto il Rilevatore Se il rilevatore non si attiva entro 1 minuto pu essere guasto Disponibile nell...

Page 28: ...Fije los contactos Introduzca el 423 4 en el tubo Pulse el interruptor de Encendido Coloque sobre el Detector Si el detector no se ha activado dentro de 1 minuto puede que est defectuoso Disponible e...

Page 29: ...ith 330 332 Dispensers Solo Canister for handheld use only for access remove detectors at height with 200 Solo Cordless Heat Tester inc 2 x 760 Battery Batons 1x 725 Battery Charger For testing detect...

Page 30: ...r warranty either express or implied or to form the basis of any legal relations between the parties hereto additional to or in lieu of such as may be applicable to a contract of sale or purchase Tel...

Page 31: ...n performed refer to the sticker on the left side of the head unit Reset Procedure A System Error Message may sometimes be resolved by performing a reset NOTE This will only work with version 2 1C and...

Page 32: ...User Manual OPERATING SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Issue 2 1e Read and understand this manual before using Trutest Failure to do so will increase the risk of injury TRUT771...

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Page 34: ...es and precautions This product has been designed and tested to ensure good service and safe operation and the instructions in this manual will permit the user to get the most from Trutest It has been...

Page 35: ...ion 3 6 of this manual for details Always ensure that the spring buttons on the operating poles and the stem at the base of Trutest s main unit are fully engaged before raising the unit above head hei...

Page 36: ...increase the risk of injury Read the Safety Data Sheet supplied with the product CONTENTS UNDER PRESSURE Protect from direct sunlight and do not expose to temperatures exceeding 120 F 50 C Do not pier...

Page 37: ...User Manual Date 01 12 08 ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ iv PRIMARY INFORMATION This page is i...

Page 38: ...u 1 1 3 Why Trutest 1 1 4 Trutest Principles 2 2 INTRODUCTION TO TRUTEST 3 2 1 Introduction 3 2 2 Components 4 2 2 1 Main Unit 4 2 2 2 Control Unit 4 2 2 3 Test Aerosols 5 3 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 7 3...

Page 39: ...1 4 8 Completing the Test and Clearing the Smoke 31 5 RESULTS 33 5 1 General Objective of Results 33 5 2 Results Screen for Ramp Test 33 5 3 Results Screen for Max Min Test 34 5 4 Warnings Shown on Re...

Page 40: ...ure Humidity 49 7 4 Questions on Trutest Aerosol 50 7 5 Questions on Batteries and Power 51 7 6 Questions on User Input User Interface 51 7 7 Questions on Results and Displays 52 7 8 Questions on Weig...

Page 41: ...em 2 written in a logical order for first time users 3 designed to be detailed It is not however possible to cover all situations possible problems or questions 4 a controlled document and it is impor...

Page 42: ...hould be taken so that objects do not fall onto or liquids spilled into the enclosures through the openings Do not block the openings Avoid exposure to rain Charging Do not over charge the NiCd Batter...

Page 43: ...ithout incurring obligation to make any corresponding changes in units previously delivered No Climb Products Ltd accepts no liability for the repair replacement or substitution or adjustment of any d...

Page 44: ...mesh covering entry to the sensing chamber In the USA NFPA Fire Code 72 requires frequent sensitivity testing and local codes are often more stringent 1 2 WHY TEST IN SITU In situ testing of smoke det...

Page 45: ...ith the transparent cup of the main unit and the keypad is pressed to begin the test Trutest automatically introduces to the installed detector a test aerosol of known quality whose concentration is c...

Page 46: ...nd high accuracy smoke obscuration sensor The tests are conducted by raising the unit to the detector on the ceiling and then passing a carefully controlled amount of synthetic smoke particles through...

Page 47: ...ns of all components 2 2 1 Main Unit The main unit is mounted on a telescopic operating pole and consists of a transparent test cup to surround the detector a high precision smoke sensor various contr...

Page 48: ...est smoke stored in a pressurized aerosol container This produces a fine mist of aerosol particles to simulate the smoke from a real fire The aerosol formula and canister are specific to Trutest and c...

Page 49: ...ser Manual Date 01 12 08 ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ 6 INTRODUCTION TO TRUTEST This page is...

Page 50: ...8 __________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 7 3 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 3 1 GENERAL Trut...

Page 51: ...ach stage in the test sequence the control unit displays to the user what is happening through visual displays and audible prompts The control unit is connected to the main unit via the interconnectin...

Page 52: ...tion 4 8 3 3 2 1 6 Calibration is factory adjusted and set Data for the calibration is stored in the control unit during manufacture Between annual services there is no need for any interim adjustment...

Page 53: ..._______________________________ 10 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS C B D A Fig 3 Components of the Main Unit 3 2 2 1 The Aerosol Canister A The aerosol canister contains an environment friendly pressurized gas...

Page 54: ...res exceeding 120 F 50 C Do not pierce or burn even after use Use in a well ventilated area Avoid deliberate inhalation Do not breathe spray Avoid skin and eye contact KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDRE...

Page 55: ...ied to operate smoke detectors 3 2 2 3 The Sensor measures the aerosol concentration in the sensor tube before it enters the detector cup Trutest uses a very stable and accurate light obscuration sens...

Page 56: ...ith the height adjustment clamp The Trutest main unit is located over the detector and the telescopic poles rest on the floor for the entire duration of the test The SOLO telescopic pole permits tests...

Page 57: ...he sensitivity level and type of detector under test Battery Chargers for North America Japan Europe Australia and the UK are available and a charger for your country should be included in the kit To...

Page 58: ...the case when not in use 3 2 9 Pole Bag optional A separate pole bag is available for the SOLO telescopic operating pole and extension pole This is designed to attach neatly and securely to the Trutes...

Page 59: ...nsert new canister such that the nozzle points towards the center of the main unit If the nozzle is pointing in any other direction the canister will not fit correctly and Trutest will not work Rotate...

Page 60: ...f Trutest d Ensure that all safety precautions are taken including additional precautions for working at height See the Safety Instructions at the start of this manual e Ensure that you have a suffici...

Page 61: ...of an extension pole should greater height than approx 17ft be required Rotate the top section of the SOLO telescopic pole or the extension pole when Trutest is positioned on top to lock the spring b...

Page 62: ...sted and raise the unit towards the detector Starting with the top smallest diameter pole of the SOLO Telescopic Operating Pole extend each section to its maximum height and latch the spring buttons b...

Page 63: ...User Manual Date 01 12 08 ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ 20 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS This page is...

Page 64: ...battery has been charged and the aerosol canister has been correctly installed see section 3 4 Fitting the Aerosol Canister WARNING Always ensure that the Trutest aerosol canister is firmly located a...

Page 65: ...control unit by means of the keypad The current settings are displayed on the screen 4 2 SELECTING THE DETECTOR TYPE Trutest has a different smoke and air flow characteristic to that of the UL smoke b...

Page 66: ...ring New Test Parameters for Max Min Mode To choose which detector setup to use for a max min test see Section 4 4 Selecting a Detector Setup for Max Min Mode The user stops the test when the detector...

Page 67: ...e manufacturers data sheets minus any uncertainties in the measurement For example Trutest measurement uncertainty see section 8 1 Trutest Specifications Detectors that activate at or prior to this le...

Page 68: ...f max min test parameters for the min max testing of the user s most commonly tested detectors These can be recalled instantly from within the microprocessor s memory when required Each set of test pa...

Page 69: ...d the display will immediately show any detector setup stored under that number If an alternative is required simply type in another number Press Enter to confirm the selection The display will show t...

Page 70: ...left hand character 0 in example screen shown above d To choose a different detector setup press the appropriate numeric keys Even if the number is below 10 two key presses must be entered For exampl...

Page 71: ...with other parameter entry h For the min or max fields simply enter the new values from the keypad If a value outside the full scale capability of Trutest is entered and the exit option from the setup...

Page 72: ...hat a good seal be obtained between the diaphragm and the detector The response threshold of the detector may vary slightly depending on its orientation relative to the direction of airflow in the cup...

Page 73: ...completion of the initialization stage the smoke sensitivity test will automatically commence The selected type of test will be conducted either slow ramp fast ramp or max min Trutest maintains a con...

Page 74: ...he test sequence will stop automatically if the detector has not activated i e the Stop key has not been pressed by the time the equipment reaches the full scale obscuration limit see section 8 1 Tech...

Page 75: ...absolute minimum concentration required to activate an alarm Stage 2 Removal of Trutest 50 100 When Trutest has reached 50 clear the user will be prompted to Remove Trutest and a rapid double beep is...

Page 76: ...placed and then re tested for function within the system b The ability of the installed detector to communicate with the panel and raise an alarm c Those detectors which may be outside acceptable sens...

Page 77: ...cale reading at the point at which it stopped even though this may be below the normal maximum The reading displayed will be the maximum obscuration obtained during the test 5 3 RESULTS SCREEN FOR MAX...

Page 78: ...n whether the detector would have alarmed at a higher level but still below the max level an indeterminate result is displayed For example the following screen shows a max min test which reached a max...

Page 79: ...etector passed Reading 2 30 ft Press Enter 5 5 STORED RESULTS The unit will store results of the last two tests until the power is turned off a If the user requires reference to a previous test result...

Page 80: ...ugh in practice the clearing cycle will stop after about two to three minutes All sensitivity results displayed should generally be compared with those values provided by the manufacturer as acceptabl...

Page 81: ...e clearing time between tests 5 Also be sure to allow for all measurement uncertainties in your sensitivity acceptance thresholds before condemning detectors See section 8 1 Trutest Specifications for...

Page 82: ...this manual All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel at authorized service centers 6 1 1 Cleaning From time to time you should wipe the equipment with a soft cloth For hea...

Page 83: ...d the unit will shut down and will not perform tests However if the user wishes to be sure of the calibration of the unit over an ongoing period the following is recommended a Take two detectors of fa...

Page 84: ...er of tests performed and how many remain before obligatory service can be determined by referring to the Service Screen on the control unit The product may also have to be returned to a Service Cente...

Page 85: ...terfere with the test For example Battery voltage low Reading 1 05 ft Press Enter At this time Trutest is able to complete approximately 12 more tests or one hour of testing It should then be recharge...

Page 86: ...e is from an obligatory service by interrogating the control unit see section 6 3 Service Screen 6 4 2 2 When the 5 000 test limit is finally reached Trutest will automatically shut down when the Star...

Page 87: ...cing and re calibration 6 4 5 Wiring Fault If the following screen appears Warning Head not fitted Press Enter the user should check whether the main unit is correctly connected to the control unit Wh...

Page 88: ...__ SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE 45 6 4 7 Min Max Error Should the setup parameters for a min max test be entered in such a manner that the full scale obscuration value of Trutest is exceeded for that type...

Page 89: ...Check against known detector Wrong settings Check settings for correct Det type Test mode and Setup Problems obtaining high obscuration The system has a leak Ensure detector is sealed within cup by d...

Page 90: ...ith a controlled and measured source of test aerosol By testing with Trutest can you be sure of the sensitivity to smoke and the continuing accuracy of the sensor Q How long does a test take A The tot...

Page 91: ...calibrates itself at the start of a test It therefore automatically takes account of any contamination within the system and adjusts to compensate for it If this is a concern the user can perform his...

Page 92: ...e main unit and ensure that the aerosol canister is at or above this temperature when testing Note that the action of spraying the aerosol canister causes internal cooling Therefore the more testing i...

Page 93: ...est An average of 100 tests per canister can be expected Q What is in the aerosol canister A The Trutest aerosol uses a mixture of an environmentally friendly non flammable propellant gas liquefied at...

Page 94: ...UESTIONS ON BATTERIES AND POWER Q How long will one charge of the batteries last A This depends on many factors different types of test consume different amounts of power In normal use the batteries l...

Page 95: ...played on the LCD until the Enter key is pushed They can be transferred manually to the results page that is found at the back of the manual The last two results are stored in volatile memory and can...

Page 96: ...up separately and tested Q Can Trutest be used on detectors mounted on sloping ceilings or which have to be accessed from an angle A To a very limited degree If the aerosol canister is tipped too muc...

Page 97: ...r Manual Date 01 12 08 ___________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________ 54 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS This page i...

Page 98: ...32kg TRUT730 Height Adjustment Clamp 2oz 0 06kg TRUT300 Main Unit excluding aerosol 8 x 4 x 29ins 195 x 105 x 740mm 5lb 13oz 2 65kg TRUT351 Control Unit 7 x 3 5 x 4 5ins 175 x 85 x 110mm 3lb 8oz 1 6 k...

Page 99: ...0 SOLO101 Average Test Time 120 seconds Average Calibration Time 40 seconds Average Clearing Time 120 seconds Average Tests per Aerosol Canister 100 tests Average Battery Life 8 10 hours testing on a...

Page 100: ...Oxy hydrocarbons Propellant 1 1 1 2 Tetrafluoroethane Physical Data Boiling Point 15 7 F 26 5 C Vapor Pressure 95lb in2 6 70kg cm2 at 77 F 25 C Liquid Density 75lb ft3 1 20kg dm3 at 77 F 25 C Appearan...

Page 101: ...rease the risk of injury Read the Safety Data Sheet supplied with the product CONTENTS UNDER PRESSURE Protect from direct sunlight and do not expose to temperatures exceeding 120 F 50 C Do not pierce...

Page 102: ...CE CENTERS A 1 UNITED KINGDOM No Climb Products Limited Edison House 163 Dixon s Hill Road Welham Green Hertfordshire AL9 7JE UK Telephone 44 0 1707 282760 Facsimile 44 0 1707 282777 Email sales detec...

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Page 104: ...B RESULTS PAGE Serial Number of Trutest Used_________________ Date of Tests_________ Sheet _____ of ______ Name of Test Engineer_____________ Name of Client __________________ Location Site Town City...

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Page 106: ...this stage you should already be able to spot the detectors which are obviously out of norm as they will be considerably different from the average up to two times higher or 2 3 less than the average...

Page 107: ...agm Manufacturer Ref No Conventional Addressable Photoelectric Ionization Pink or Gray 1 Model The manufacturer s reference or model number for this detector 2 Max The maximum sensitivity level for th...

Page 108: ...PORTALEVEL MAX USER MANUAL...

Page 109: ...2 Preparation 2 21 Function Test 2 22 Dip Test 2 23 Cylinder Preparations 2 24 Temperature 2 3 Calibration Procedure Identification CPI 2 31 Test Procedure 1 2 32 Test Procedure 2 2 4 Troubleshooting...

Page 110: ...ist for our technology but it is most widely used as a replacement to both weighing fire suppression cylinders during installation and servicing or the fitting of internal and invasive liquid level fl...

Page 111: ...s for poor condition cylinders more challenging applications and large volume uses CAL The CAL button is the standard procedure feature enabling self calibration prior to testing on each individual cy...

Page 112: ...ion CPI This test allows you to determine which method of testing should be used on the cylinders you wish to measure Once you know the appropriate method of testing for that type of cylinder you do n...

Page 113: ...come blacked out like this Then disengage CAL by pressing the CAL button again and turn the unit off This completes the Function Test DIPTest The DIP Test checks whether the sensor you are using is wo...

Page 114: ...along this strip Step 2 Wipe down the chosen side of cylinder with damp cloth to remove dirt and debris This completes the CYLINDER PREPARATIONS IF YOUR UNIT FAILSTHE FUNCTION OR DIPTEST PLEASE CONTAC...

Page 115: ...er being tested The details and differences between methods 1 and 2 are explained in the next section Compare your results to the guide below to decide whether Procedure 1 or Procedure 2 should be use...

Page 116: ...nsors the TOP is marked by a simple dot If the sensor is not accurately placed the right way up then anomalous readings will be found Step 3 Once location has been found press CAL A full bar graph wil...

Page 117: ...up the cylinder in smaller steps until the bar graph rises again The position of the sensor on the wall of the cylinder at this point is the Liquid Level position inside the cylinder You have found t...

Page 118: ...me sensors the TOP is marked by a simple dot If the sensor is not accurately placed the right way up then anomalous readings will be found Step 3 Once location has been found press CAL A full bar grap...

Page 119: ...down the cylinder in smaller steps until the bar graph rises again The position of the sensor on the wall of the cylinder at this point is the Liquid Level position inside the cylinder You have found...

Page 120: ...Level Readings on the main unit increase the longer the sensor is left on the cylinder Some fluctuation in the reading is normal when working with this and any other ultrasonic equipment If the variat...

Page 121: ...ially in hot environments water quickly evaporates from the surface of a cylinder so in this case use gel Also check the end of the sensor for damage to the rubber sensor pad and clean lightly with a...

Page 122: ...pressed If you cannot get the bar graph to fill up Step 1 Use the DIP Test Section 2 2 page 7 to check the sensor and main unit is working correctly During the DIP Test the bar graph should light up...

Page 123: ...cable Step 3 With a damp cloth clean the various parts taking extra care on the sensor itself the spring and the inside of the housing around the magnet Ensure all components are dried before continu...

Page 124: ...page 9 Step 2 Upon completing Step 1 press CAL on the exact location where the highest readings are found Step 3 Continue to test as normal Step 4 If this still does not rectify the problem engage SPA...

Page 125: ...or and what does it do Under some conditions even if you are using gel or water between the sensor and the container wall some of the ultrasonic signal can still be lost This may be because the intern...

Page 126: ...n especially hot climates there are several methods in which this can be overcome Running fresh water lines across cylinders to act as a heat exchanger Use of portable AC units Use of bagged ice aroun...

Page 127: ...he Portalevel Max Marine not with the Portalevel Max However practically they can be used in any environment with multiple banked rows of cylinders to allow easy liquid level detection two or even thr...

Page 128: ...ntally along the adjustment rail G This allows the sensor to be positioned so it contacts the cylinder flatly when being used A printed ruler guide on the adjustment rail allows accurate positioning o...

Page 129: ...Pressing the mode button twice confirmed by then pressing the measure button will measure the maximum temperature when the measure button is pressed again 3 Presses Lock Pressing the mode button thre...

Page 130: ...temperature is very hot or if the site does simply not allow open containers of water data server rooms for example The couplant dries out much more slowly than water alone and is more viscous allowi...

Page 131: ...allow the sensor to work efficiently After using a Portalevel it is essential that the end of the sensor is dried off regardless if water or gel is used If not dried after use the magnet is likely to...

Page 132: ...e unit is off and turn the unit so that the front fascia faces downwards Step 2 Take a small flat head screwdriver and insert it into the slit at the bottom of the back side of the unit Step 3 Lever t...

Page 133: ...g onto testing real cylinders which can be more challenging To perform the BENCH Test you will need The Portalevel unit on which you are to be trained The included ultrasonic gel or a container of wat...

Page 134: ...tep 4 You should have found the highest readings when the sensor was placed on an area of the large container which was below the water Liquid Level When testing real cylinders this test must be perfo...

Page 135: ...nd the bar graph might fluctuate slightly However the bar graph will only disappear entirely once you place the sensor on the container wall above the Liquid Level Once you observe this move the senso...

Page 136: ...PORTALEVEL MINI USER MANUAL...

Page 137: ...ions 2 1 Introduction 2 2 Preparation 2 21 Assembly 2 22 FunctionTest 2 23 DipTest 2 24 Cylinder Preparations 2 25 Temperature 2 3 Calibration Procedure Identification CPI 2 31 Test Procedure 1 2 32 T...

Page 138: ...typically most used on steel compressed gas cylinders Many applications exist for our technology but it is most widely used as a replacement to both weighing fire suppression cylinders during install...

Page 139: ...better interpretation of the ultrasound behavior Gromit The gromit at the bottom of the unit is the ultra secure simple fastening for the Sensor LED Bar Easy to interpret visual reading Off Simple pow...

Page 140: ...the main unit sends a strong electrical signal to the sensor which then emits a high energy pulse of ultrasound into the container wall Figure 1 The ultrasound is conducted through the solid walls of...

Page 141: ...tion CPI This test allows you to determine which method of testing should be used on the cylinders you wish to measure Once you know the appropriate method of testing for that type of cylinder you do...

Page 142: ...g along this strip Step 2 Wipe down the chosen side of cylinder with damp cloth to remove dirt and debris This completes the CYLINDER PREPARATIONS IF YOUR UNIT FAILSTHE FUNCTION OR DIPTEST PLEASE CONT...

Page 143: ...r being tested The details and differences between methods 1 and 2 are explained in the next section Compare your results to the guide below to decide whether Procedure 1 or Procedure 2 should be used...

Page 144: ...ors the TOP is marked by a simple dot If the sensor is not accurately placed the right way up then anomalous readings will be found Step 3 Once location has been found press CAL Readings must exceed a...

Page 145: ...up the cylinder in smaller steps until the bar graph rises again The position of the sensor on the wall of the cylinder at this point is the liquid level position inside the cylinder You have found t...

Page 146: ...sensors the TOP is marked by a simple dot If the sensor is not accurately placed the right way up then anomalous readings will be found Step 3 Once location has been found press CAL Readings must exce...

Page 147: ...down the cylinder in smaller steps until the bar graph rises again The position of the sensor on the wall of the cylinder at this point is the liquid level position inside the cylinder You have found...

Page 148: ...TION With cylinders which present large fluctuations in readings even when not crossing the liquid level it may be correct to use a Reverse Calibration Mode Some cylinders are more prone to naturally...

Page 149: ...ated This is to prevent the unit being operated incorrectly and giving false liquid levels Step 1 Clean surface of cylinder with damp cloth to remove dirt debris flaking paint and rust Choose a vertic...

Page 150: ...eadings are found without CAL engaged or once CAL is engaged whilst the unit reads a value greater than 100 See ISSUE 3 if you cannot find readings greater than 100 If the LED bar graph does not light...

Page 151: ...ng and cleaned following the below steps Step 1 With a damp cloth clean the various parts taking extra care on the sensor itself the spring and the inside of the housing around the magnet Ensure all c...

Page 152: ...est at or close to 0 a value of 5 or more after the unit it turned on with the sensor connected but not placed on a cylinder SOLUTION This is a technical fault with the sensor please contact technical...

Page 153: ...impossible What does SPA stand for and what does it do Under some conditions even if you are using gel or water between the sensor and the container wall some of the ultrasonic signal can still be lo...

Page 154: ...n especially hot climates there are several methods in which this can be overcome Running fresh water lines across cylinders to act as a heat exchanger Use of portable AC units Use of bagged ice aroun...

Page 155: ...ends to test a cylinder for a reasonably long period of time if the ambient temperature is very hot or if the site does simply not allow open containers of water data server rooms for example The coup...

Page 156: ...n The instrument should be as close to the target as possible to achieve an accurate measurement within 2 50 cm if possible Portalevel MINI Sensor Portalevel MINI sensors are single crystal piezoelect...

Page 157: ...easure button will change the device between measuring in Celsius and Fahrenheit Errors Er2 This message is displayed when the device is exposed to rapid changes in temperature the thermometer needs a...

Page 158: ...taken to avoid scratching or damaging this pad to allow the sensor to work efficiently After using a Portalevel MINI it is essential that the end of the sensor is dried off regardless if water or gel...

Page 159: ...ement You will need a Philips screwdriver and 4x AA 1 5V Batteries Step 1 Turn unit onto its front gently slide off battery hatch Step 2 Replace batteries with 4x AA 1 5V batteries taking care to matc...

Page 160: ...ng onto testing real cylinders which can be more challenging To perform the BENCHTest you will need The Portalevel MINI unit on which you are to be trained The included ultrasonic gel or a container o...

Page 161: ...hen testing real cylinders this test must be performed for each new type of cylinders and you may find the highest readings above or below the liquid level However when testing water you should always...

Page 162: ...level Once you observe this move the sensor back down the container in smaller steps until the bar graph reappears You have found the liquid level Note For increased accuracy it is possible to move t...

Page 163: ...battery power Calibration Standard meters are calibrated to read thickness in mild steel The meter will give readings on most other metals and on many non metals These readings can be converted to act...

Page 164: ...The probe is the part most likely to suffer from wear and tear It is recommended that a spare probe be kept in reserve particularly if essential work is being done Warranty The Portagauge 3 unit and...

Page 165: ...PORTAGAUGE 4 USER MANUAL...

Page 166: ...The Portagauge 4 Definition of Menu Items 1 3 How does a Portagauge 4 work 2 Operating Instructions 2 1 Introduction 2 2 Preparation 2 21 Assembly 2 22 Probes 2 23 Probe Membranes 2 24 Calibration 2...

Page 167: ...use of ultrasonic methods the Portagauge 4 only needs access to one side of a surface to measure the thickness of the material This enables the device to non invasively measure the wall thickness of...

Page 168: ...navigated using the left right up and down keys and selected using the Enter OK key at the centre Menu Button Accesses the menu for the unit see page 5 for more information on menu items Right Option...

Page 169: ...aining battery life The green changes to yellow when the battery is getting low and then changes to red when the batteries are critically low The measurements can be displayed to a resolution of 0 05m...

Page 170: ...kness of a material The unit sends a strong electrical signal to the probe causing it to emit a high energy pulse of ultrasound The transmitted ultrasound pulse travels though both the coating and the...

Page 171: ...are two basic procedures which must be carried out when using the Portagauge 4 1 Preparation Calibration ensures that the Portagauge equipment functions properly for the specific metal being tested 2...

Page 172: ...ess gauges are single crystal soft faced probes The table below identifies the different probe options and which probe is the most suitable for different applications All probes are color coded to hel...

Page 173: ...perature Membranes Teflon membranes are available for measurements on hotter surfaces In this case measurements can be taken on surfaces up to 302 F 150 C Care should be taken that the probe does not...

Page 174: ...nd right buttons on the directional pad to adjust the velocity of sound to the required new velocity that the ultrasound travels at in the material being tested Approximate values for these may be fou...

Page 175: ...Thickness Measurement with Ultrasound Berlin German Society of Nondestructive Testing Material Speed m s Aluminium Rolled Duraluminium 6200 6360 6420 6320 Bronze 5 P 3531 Copper 3666 4760 Glass Plate...

Page 176: ...or delaminated then air pockets will exist which interfere with the Ultrasound PROCEDURE STEP 1 Unscrew the probe knurled ring and apply a few drops of membrane oil to the face of the probe Do not app...

Page 177: ...n order to obtain measurements only do so if you are having trouble obtaining measurements STEP 9 If you wish to hold a measurement press the Left Option Key whilst readings are being taken The displa...

Page 178: ...occur if it is dropped or if the probe is dragged across the surface rather than being removed and replaced Never try to repair a probe or try to remove scratches from the face of the probe This may...

Page 179: ...a Portagauge unit is going to be stored or not used for a long period of time remove the battery from the main unit to prevent corrosion damage to the unit STEP 5 Refit the retaining ring 3 and secur...

Page 180: ...holding down the hatch of the battery compartment STEP 3 Lever the screwdriver gently to remove the hatch STEP 4 Remove the old batteries and replace with the new taking care to connect and correctly...

Page 181: ...PORTASTEELE USER MANUAL...

Page 182: ...Level Measurements 3 3 Performing Calculations 4 Database Mode 4 1 Adding a New Cylinder 4 2 Adding a New Folder 4 3 Managing Saved Cylinders 4 4 Editing Saved Cylinders 4 5 Exporting Saved Cylinders...

Page 183: ...vides a quick effective alternative to manually weighing cylinders It is easy and intuitive to use allowing users to test cylinders reliably and efficiently Portasteele The Portasteele is the first ap...

Page 184: ...t data from the Portasteele application Power Button Powers the device on and off when held down Ruggedized Casing Casing designed to be hard wearing and shock resistant with a rating of IP 68 Touch S...

Page 185: ...d circumference to calculate the volume of the space inside a cylinder From there it can use the value of the liquid level also measured by the user to find out how much of this volume is occupied by...

Page 186: ...switched on using the power button situated on top of the tablet as shown on page 4 Once switched on several basic settings may be altered at the user s discretion such as the time and date and brigh...

Page 187: ...g the instructions on page 9 Toenter measurements tap in the space above the line next to the corresponding measurement value to be entered as explained on page 25 Then use the on screen key pad to en...

Page 188: ...ed result for either Actual Agent Mass or Expected Liquid Level depending on what has been input When the application boots it will open onto its home screen To begin carrying out calculations select...

Page 189: ...n up Calculator mode Start by using the drop down menus to select the agent type To do this tap on the drop down arrow next to agent which can be seen here Then select the desired agent from the drop...

Page 190: ...imperial There is a similar drop down menu which can be used to change between calculating Actual Agent Mass and calculating Expected Liquid Level as shown here Once these options have been selected t...

Page 191: ...re proceeding The measurements which need to be inputted into the calculator are slightly different depending on the agent in question Please ensure you refer to the correct section for the cylinder y...

Page 192: ...ed to the nearest 0 1 cm or nearest 0 1 Temperature this should be measured using a Portatherm temperature probe or other appropriate method It should measured around half way up the cylinder and the...

Page 193: ...which the cylinder begins to curve it is important that measurements are correctly taken relative to this point The red line shows the top of the cylinder the dome height should not include any compon...

Page 194: ...he appropriate preparations and instructions in the corresponding Portalevel manual Once found the liquid level should be measured from the base of the cylinder to the height located using the Portale...

Page 195: ...at which the cylinder begins to curve it is important that measurements are taken correctly relative to these points The red line shows the top of the cylinder the dome height should not include any...

Page 196: ...red to the nearest 0 1 cm or nearest 0 1 Temperature this should be measured using a Portatherm temperature probe or other appropriate method It should measured around half way up the cylinder and the...

Page 197: ...t which the cylinder begins to curve it is important that measurements are taken correctly relative to these points The red line shows the top of the cylinder the dome height should not include any co...

Page 198: ...ect before proceeding The measurements which need to be inputted into the calculator are slightly different depending on the agent in question Please ensure you refer to the correct section for the cy...

Page 199: ...m temperature probe or other appropriate method It should measured around half way up the cylinder and the full readout on the Portatherm should be entered into the calculator This must be measured in...

Page 200: ...which the cylinder begins to curve it is important that measurements are taken correctly relative to this point The red line shows the top of the cylinder the dome height should not include any compon...

Page 201: ...e This must be measured in centimetres for metric units and inches for imperial units This needs to be measured to the nearest 0 1 cm or nearest 0 1 Temperature this should be measured using a Portath...

Page 202: ...at which the cylinder begins to curve it is important that measurements are taken correctly relative to these points The red line shows the top of the cylinder the dome height should not include any...

Page 203: ...rm temperature probe or other appropriate method It should measured around half way up the cylinder and the full readout on the Portatherm should be entered into the calculator This must be measured i...

Page 204: ...t which the cylinder begins to curve it is important that measurements are taken correctly relative to these points The red line shows the top of the cylinder the dome height should not include any co...

Page 205: ...ted into the calculator Toinput measurements tap in the space above the line next to the corresponding measurement value to be entered This will bring up the on screen keyboard which can then be used...

Page 206: ...te below the input boxes If something has been input incorrectly an error message will appear at the bottom of the screen detailing what it is that must be changed for the inputs to be valid When ever...

Page 207: ...he cylinders each time they are tested This makes testing cylinders much more efficient It also allows many cylinders of the same type and dimensions to be tested quickly with all the results being st...

Page 208: ...d dimensions as is needed can be added and stored in the database for later use To add a new cylinder to the database start by clicking the button in the bottom right as shown here Clicking the button...

Page 209: ...ired dimensions and cylinder information has been inputted the cylinder can be added to the database by clicking the Save Cylinder button as shown here If something has been input incorrectly an error...

Page 210: ...ry folder new cylinders and sub folders can be created allowing cylinders to easily be organized To add a new folder to the database start by clicking the button in the bottom right as shown here Clic...

Page 211: ...e on screen keyboard and use it to enter a unique name for this new folder Selecting the Create button will then add this new folder to the database Alternatively select the Cancel button to abandon c...

Page 212: ...n located to the left of the cylinder image The first time the database is loaded it will contain only a single example cylinder Saved cylinders can be managed from their drop down ribbon located to t...

Page 213: ...actly the same way as detailed on page 25 Once the cylinder information is finished being edited these changes can be committed by clicking the Save Cylinder button as shown here In the same way as wh...

Page 214: ...here This will bring up the email client if an email account has already been setup otherwise it will prompt you to do so Once an email address has been successfully setup the application will write a...

Page 215: ...removed from the database Start by clicking on the third item in the drop down ribbon as shown here This will then prompt the application to check that you really wish to delete the selected cylinder...

Page 216: ...its home folder Clicking on a folder will open the selected folder and navigate into this sub folder Any cylinders and folders within the folder selected will now be displayed and can be managed in e...

Page 217: ...he folder containing the current folder you are within Navigating upwards within the home folder will save and close the database Any sub folder in the database can be deleted by clicking on the delet...

Page 218: ...culation on a cylinder simply click on the selected cylinder This will open up the saved cylinder calculator This saved cylinder calculator is very similar to Calculator mode as detailed on page 8 exc...

Page 219: ...ut incorrectly an error message will appear Otherwise the calculation result will appear at the bottom of the screen as shown here After calculating the result it is possible to add this result to a l...

Page 220: ...ed from Database Records To open up Database Records simply click the Records icon as seen here The Database Records organize calculation results by cylinder as can be seen here To view the results fo...

Page 221: ...der will show all of the stored records for that cylinder organized by how new the record is as seenhere A record can be removed by clicking the delete icon as shown here This will permanently remove...

Page 222: ...42 It is also possible to remove every record for every cylinder in Database Records by clicking the Clear All button as shown here...

Page 223: ...will prompt you to do so Once an email address has been successfully setup the application will write a new email and fill it with the calculation results from every cylinder These results are organi...

Page 224: ...maintenance of the tablet involves simple procedures such as recharging the battery Any major maintenance is carried out by the technical team Please contact service sdifire com for any queries 5 Mai...

Page 225: ...PORTAMONITOR USER MANUAL...

Page 226: ...1 Layout...

Page 227: ...into the planning of future repair actions and assist in identifying the need for improved lubrication 3 Maintenance Service the Environment 3 1 Cleaning The outer case does not require cleaning durin...

Page 228: ...use the BEARING INDICATOR on or near exposed moving parts Never override safety systems in order to gain access to operating machinery Take care to avoid physical injuries when taking measurements To...

Page 229: ...lay Format To assist the effectiveness of general measurement taking the display of the BEARING INDICATOR can show a qualitative output to aid the interpretation of results The Distress Quality mode i...

Page 230: ...to the machine Use a pea sized amount of a suitable GREASE or GEL between the BEARING INDICATOR sensing face and the machine 1 With the unit switched on Press the button for 3 seconds The display the...

Page 231: ...e moves on the machine surface during the measurement To avoid measurement errors use the magnetic sensing face to attach the BEARING INDICATOR rather than hold the BEARING INDICATOR If a high reading...

Page 232: ...First signs of a possible problem Occasional impacts from surface damage 3 The problem becomes established Copious impacts from surface damage 4 Continuing to degrade Sufficient damage to cause incre...

Page 233: ...in general suitable for monitoring reciprocating machinery hydraulic power packs inverter driven or synchronous motors Distress is not recommended for use on machinery above 2 500 rpm Split bearing h...

Page 234: ...with service maintenance and repair of machinery Since SDi has no control over the machinery to which the BEARING INDICATOR will be applied the care taken during its use or the appropriateness of any...

Page 235: ...Cylinder 1 CO2 Cylinder 2 NOVEC 1230 FM 200 FE 13 FE 25 FE 36 NAF S 111 125 127 Halon 1301 Numbers should be rounded for accuracy for example 1473 rounded to 3 figures is 1470 it has three numerical f...

Page 236: ...ylinder 3 Thickness t which is the thickness of the wall of the cylinder in centimetres This can be measured using a thickness gauge The overall equation used to calculate the mass is The steps below...

Page 237: ...rite down b 12 8 c Multiply the number calculated in step b by itself Write down c 163 8 d Identify the correct value of density to use from table page 10 For example a cylinder of CO2 at a temperatur...

Page 238: ...a Calculate the radius of the cylinder divide the measured value of circumference c by 6 28 and write this down b Subtract the value of the thickness from the radius radius t and write this down c Squ...

Page 239: ...ty to use from table page 10 For example a cylinder of CO2 at a temperature of 68 F has d 773 e Calculate the agent mass m full cylinder mass empty cylinder mass Write down e 45 f Calculate density x...

Page 240: ...te the radius of the cylinder divide the measured value of circumference c by 6 28 and write this down b Square the number calculated in a multiply it by itself e g a x a and write this down c Look at...

Page 241: ...ge 10 For example a cylinder of FM 200TM at a temperature of 20 C has d 1400 d Calculate density x 3 14 x c x liquid level Write down d 48 884 838 e Divide the number in d by 1 000 000 The mass of age...

Page 242: ...rite this down b Square the number calculated in a multiply it by itself e g a x a and write this down c Look at table page 10 Find the correct agent and temperature and identify the value of density...

Page 243: ...f 68 F has d 1400 d Calculate the agentmass m full cylinder mass empty cylinder mass Write down d 50 e Calculate density x 3 14 x b Write down e 802 270 f Calculate d e Write down g 0 0000623232 g Cal...

Page 244: ...oute 66 Building 6 Neptune NJ 07753 732 751 9266 sales sdifire com www sdifire com Agent Temperature F Density l kg m 3 CO2 41 896 50 861 59 821 68 773 77 710 FM 200TM 41 1470 50 1450 59 1430 68 1400...

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Page 246: ...Firmware updates can also be installed by copying update packages to the designated location on the VOX 01 s file system Please refer to the full manual for details The Speech Transmission Index The...

Page 247: ...rating manual IEC 60268 16 rev 4 IEC 61672 Class 2 ANSI S1 4 Type 2 SPEECH INTELLIGIBILITY TESTER VOX SPEECH INTELLIGIBILITY TESTER VOX Specialized Fire Products SPEECH INTELLIGIBILITY TESTER VOX VOX...

Page 248: ...in this manual correspond to the VOX 01 hardware platform 1 8 running firmware version 1 8 Once you update the firmware the screenshots may not fully correspond to what is being displayed on your devi...

Page 249: ...n Time Meter RT60 20 LAEQ Logging 26 5 Power and charging 38 Charging instructions 38 Power saving recommendations 39 Use of power banks and external battery packs 39 6 Cleaning maintenance and calibr...

Page 250: ...ion Time Meter an Oscilloscope and much more Its wide range of measurement options cater to a variety of different acoustic measuring needs Using the VOX 01 is quite easy thanks to its touch screen op...

Page 251: ...ge keep the device in a suitable casing or container preferably its original case The device needs to be protected from shocks and vibration due to transportation or falling excessive temperatures liq...

Page 252: ...are protected against over voltage and power surges The voltage supplied to the USB port should not exceed 5 5V As the USB power circuitry is connected to the battery pack excessive voltage applied t...

Page 253: ...in the power on state the device will be forced into the off condition This can be used to reset the device if it becomes unresponsive keep pressed to 10 seconds to switch off then press again to res...

Page 254: ...urce is depends on what kind of measurement you aim to carry out The Embedded Acoustics reference STIPA test signal is included with the VOX 01 on a USB flash drive and can also be downloaded from the...

Page 255: ...nformed decisions about the STIPA signal playback level measuring positions number of repeated measurements etc The Quick STIPA module also shows some additional measurement information The A weighted...

Page 256: ...le On the bottom left of the screen a red recording dot is displayed when ever a measurement is running Below this red dot the progress of the cur rent measurement is indicated by a progress bar The s...

Page 257: ...rted from the STI and spectrum or the measurement details screen STI measurements are set up and started in the same way as when using the Quick STIPA module see above However in the STIPA pro module...

Page 258: ...x per octave band for each modulation frequency These measurement details will enable more experienced operators to determine not only the speech intelligibility of the tested channel but also the cau...

Page 259: ...d pointers may be useful to remember when browsing STI measure ments with Quick STIPA and STIPA Pro Measurements saved in Quick STIPA can be browsed in STIPA pro and vice versa The measurement numberi...

Page 260: ...valent continuous EQ computes the time integrated level over the measurement interval the level shown corresponds to the level of a contin uous signal containing the same amount of energy as the measu...

Page 261: ...u are recording all measure ment audio per the option in the Settings module When re cording audio the internal storage fills up in about 5 hours When you press save data from the current measurement...

Page 262: ...levels are also shown to the right of the spectrum While the spectrum graph already gives a first impression of the spectral content of the measured signal you may wish to read the exact value in each...

Page 263: ...tings selected at the time the measurement is recalled even if these are different from the settings that were in effect during the measurement This allows you to inspect the effect of frequency weigh...

Page 264: ...asurement can be retrieved through USB by saving measurements FFT measurement screen The general look and feel of the measurement screen is similar to the RTA module but with a few differences First o...

Page 265: ...ar etc is associated with a specific set of advantages and disadvantages relating to the FFT analysis We recommend studying the literature on spectral analysis or one of the many available online reso...

Page 266: ...e response method is currently not supported by the VOX 01 Of the two available methods it is more likely to produce invalid results for the following reasons The impulse response method requires that...

Page 267: ...ay curve RT60 measurement screen armed for measurement but before a measurement has started Make sure that the external sound source is always switched on BEFORE you arm the VOX 01 for a measurement b...

Page 268: ...y curve may be off The signal to noise ratio difference between the steady state noise signal and the system noise floor is insufficient From the decay curves three different reverberation time metric...

Page 269: ...emory if you are satisfied upon inspection of the decay curves that the measurement is valid Once your first valid measurement is finished press accept individual The letters and the numeral 1 are now...

Page 270: ...to obtain a reliable result in the corresponding frequency band averaging across more individual measurements adding to the overall measurement time is needed If the red cross persists upon averaging...

Page 271: ...und pres sure levels If your signal to noise ratio is insufficient for reliably measuring the higher frequency bands consider switching over to white noise instead of the commonly used pink noise as a...

Page 272: ...ently being exceeded The log file is automatically saved and can be used to demonstrate that legal limits were not exceeded The LAEQ logging app measures three different metrics The LAEQ during a shor...

Page 273: ...LAEQ15MIN as displayed on the screen is the moving average of a series of LAEQ current measurements The shorter the time period used for LAEQ current the more values are used to compute LAEQ15MIN and...

Page 274: ...he limit In cases where noise events such as train passage are monitored the graph shows a recent history of events Settings screen the right picture shows the keyboad that appears when the change but...

Page 275: ...ble arrow to quickly scroll page by page Each line shows the time the current level for the corresponding measurement interval the average LAEQ and an indication whether or not the limit was exceeded...

Page 276: ...ot to apply linear interpola tion on the data enabling or disabling frame averaging and a choice between acoustic and electric measurements If you are measuring sounds with the microphone mounted choo...

Page 277: ...that data is being transferred This will happen once an application initiates streaming audio from the VOX 01 The audio signal is scaled so that full scale corresponds to 150 dB e g a signal with a l...

Page 278: ...ttery has been depleted completely for instance when the device has not been used for a very long time The system date and time are used for time stamping the saved data If you download measurement da...

Page 279: ...off if the touch screen has not been touched for a while This time out can be set between 30 seconds and 30 minutes or the backlight can be set to never turn off at all The backlight time out option s...

Page 280: ...al level usually 94 0 dB This makes calibration relatively easy insert the microphone tip into the port of the calibrator using an adapter with suitable dimensions for the microphone tip 1 4 7mm The d...

Page 281: ...rence signal level press the cor responding button on the right of the screen and enter the correct value The calibration factor will be re calculated If you are satisfied that the new calibration fac...

Page 282: ...system files Update place update packages here to update the firmware upon reboot IMPORTANT you can access the VOX 01 system files so that you can easily backup and restore the device However keep in...

Page 283: ...n the application you will have to choose the correct COM port as as signed by Windows to the VOX 01 If you select the wrong port or if you want to change the COM port setting later on press TAB from...

Page 284: ...A small trickle charge will be drawn making sure that your VOX 01 stays at full charge A few charging tips When connected to the supplied charger the battery is usually at 90 charge within 2 5 hours T...

Page 285: ...e LCD back light is a considerable factor in the overall drain on the battery Disable pre amp phantom power if you use a microphone that does not need it Use of power banks and external battery packs...

Page 286: ...ions are taken Do not spray cleaner directly onto the display Only use cleaning liquids specifically intended for LCD screens Battery disposal The device contains an 4 8v rechargeable NiMH battery pac...

Page 287: ...those resulting from acci dents misuse including improper electrical connections and improper maintenance The following is explicitly excluded from product warranty Any damage resulting from dropping...

Page 288: ...eed to open the device yourself please contact SDi first so we can discuss preserving your warranty rights Please be aware that the product is protected by tamper proof seals A worldwide pick up and r...

Page 289: ...n the LCD screen choose connect through USB The VOX 01 s internal file system can now be accessed from your computer in the same way as any mass storage device Copy the firmware updated package to the...

Page 290: ...pixels 65k colors Luminance typ 250 Cd m2 Durability 100k finger slides 1M taps Data storage 4 GB internal storage for data and program code Accessible from PC through USB mass storage mode Environmen...

Page 291: ...ery and then fully recharge Repeat if necessary Device warms up during use Lack of ventilation Warming up of the device to temperatures of approx 35 C 95 F is normal If the device runs considerably ho...

Page 292: ...ull STI module now available on the VOX 01 fully implements every aspect of the Speech Transmission Index model making it the most universally applicable speech intel ligibility metric to date Fully c...

Page 293: ...17 Note that the Full STI signal is copyrighted material all audio files of the signal released by Embedded Acoustics are watermarked Use of the signal other than directly with the VOX 01 requires a l...

Page 294: ...s a compromise in between STIPA and Full STI Please refer to the section on the STIPA pro module page 11 for a description of the various features and controls of the module additive noise qualificati...

Page 295: ...SNR and subjective speech intelligibility In the 1990s a method was developed within Eu ropean ESPRIT project 2589 SAM to assess speech levels while removing the influence of natural pauses This metho...

Page 296: ...ly by Beranek et al 1973 to yield a better correspondence with per ceived annoyance by putting more emphasis on the lowest frequency bands and highest frequency bands Balanced Noise Criterion NCB Stan...

Page 297: ...t Noise curves In this example the curves and rating for NC are displayed During a measurement the reference noise curves are shown as red lines The actual meas ured spectrum is shown as a blue line T...

Page 298: ...econd screen of the module is used to set the duration of the measument Selecting curves and the associated rating method is done in the third screen of the module Choose from the available noise curv...

Page 299: ...tom power to the microphone This phantom voltage can be switched on and off through the hardware settings menu IMPORTANT connecting equipment not designed for 48V phan tom power to the XLR connector w...

Page 300: ...s SDi 3535 Route 66 Building 6 Neptune NJ 07753 Tel 732 751 9266 Fax 732 751 9241 Email sales sdifire com Web www sdifire com VOX 01 Operating Manual version 2 0 SDi 2017 All rights reserved SPEECH IN...

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Page 302: ...ls and playback levels The top right button toggles the state ofthe laser pointer Use the laser pointer to accurately align the micro phone under test with the center of the loudspeaker We recommend t...

Page 303: ...VOXBOX Operating manual 2017 SDi LLC Document version 2 0 IEC 60268 16 rev 4 rev 5...

Page 304: ...2 VOXBOX operating manual...

Page 305: ...732 751 9266 NOTE All screenshots and product pictures shown in this manual correspond to the VOXBOX with hardware platform 2 0 running firmware version 3 0 0 or higher If you are using a different de...

Page 306: ...4 VOXBOX operating manual...

Page 307: ...12 3 6 Line in jack 12 4 Speech intelligibility measurements 13 4 1 Setting up the VOXBOX for STI measurements 13 4 2 STIPA measurements 14 4 3 Full STI measurements 14 5 Noise sine waves and sweeps 1...

Page 308: ...face Most users will get the hang of doing measurements with the VOXBOX without spending too much time with this manual Nonetheless we strongly recommend that you do read this manual before using your...

Page 309: ...Do not keep the device powered on while unattended for prolonged periods of time Use the power supply only with the international adapter suitable for your region During transportation and storage ke...

Page 310: ...s cannot accidentally look directly into the laser either Do not use around children or animals Do not disassemble or remove the laser from its enclosure The VOXBOX is capable of producing high sound...

Page 311: ...tput channels can be independently muted and the output level is also controlled independently 3 1 Splash screen while booting When the VOXBOX is connected to power it boots up immediately The followi...

Page 312: ...ne the surface of the loudspeaker grille In other words this is the dBA level measured at 1 00 m straight in front of the VOXBOX when used under anechoic conditions This level can be adjusted to value...

Page 313: ...ded within this menu so that the effect of any calibration adjustments can be observed straightaway while making the adjustments Touch screen calibration Press this button if the touch screen digitize...

Page 314: ...The pin out of the DC jack is printed on the type label on the back of the device Feel free to contact us for recommendations on recent products that work well with the VOXBOX service sdifire com Note...

Page 315: ...n talker that is normally part of the speech transmission chain Place the VOXBOX exactly where the talker s head would be Use a tripod or other mounting materials if neccessary The VOXBOX is fitted wi...

Page 316: ...equirements and or standards drafted before 2018 the rev 4 signal is the most suitable choice In all other cases both signals are most likely accept able In the majority of practical situations the di...

Page 317: ...gnal currently works with all VOX 01 analyzers but not necessar ily with third party analyzers Although the Full STI implementation fully complies with IEC 60268 16 the underlying technology is propri...

Page 318: ...e interrupted noise method The VOXBOX can be used as a noise source although especially in larger rooms a secondary high power loudspeaker will be needed to achieve a sufficiently high sound pressure...

Page 319: ...risation et d information sera test dans quelques instants Il se peut que vous entendiez des signaux de test tels que des signaux de tonalit et des bruits l gers Il n est pas n cessaire d y pr ter att...

Page 320: ...vel under anechoic conditions in a real life environment reverberation is likely to contribute somewhat to the overall level at 1 meter distance The distance is measured relative to the reference plan...

Page 321: ...cleaner directly onto the display or into the loudspeaker grille Only use cleaning liquids specifically intended for LCD screens Do not remove the hologram seal at the bottom of the device this voids...

Page 322: ...include dated proof of your purchase In general our warranty program covers all defects except for those resulting from acci dents misuse including improper electrical connections and improper mainte...

Page 323: ...erviceable parts inside If you do see a legitimate need to open the device yourself please contact us at service sdifire com first so we can discuss preserving your warranty rights Please be aware tha...

Page 324: ...0 Hz to 16 kHz within 1 3 octave band resolution Specs electric output Output range 30 dBU to 12 dBU Adjustable in 1 dB increments Display Resistive LCD touch screen 320x240 pixels 65k colors Luminanc...

Page 325: ...tion No calibration EQ on line in jack Please ensure that the sig nal level is within range This is normal and does not af fect STIPA or frequency trans fer measurements Send to factory for check up N...

Page 326: ...detectortesters testing technology from No Climb M U T I S T I M U L U S D E T E C T O R T E S T E R testifire M U L T I S T I M U L U S D E T E C T O R T E S T E R User Manual www com testifire...

Page 327: ...st Battery Charger Solo 100 Telescope Pole Solo 101 Extension Pole Solo 200 Universal Detector Removal Tool Solo 610 Protective Carrying Storage Bag Testifire 25 Infrared Remote Control Testifire 100...

Page 328: ...eat sources stoves radiators etc Always observe the operating and storage environment restrictions detailed in the Technical Specifications see Section 9 In sandy or dusty environments In places prone...

Page 329: ...t it should not be disposed with other business waste at the end of its working life To help ensure that valuable resources are reused and recycled and to prevent possible harm to the environment or h...

Page 330: ...ery hot surfaces which may burn if touched Avoid placing hands near the duct outlet during heat testing or within 5 minutes of conducting heat testing Hot air is emitted from the duct and the top of t...

Page 331: ...5 7 Capsule Fuel Level 18 5 8 Simultaneous Testing 19 5 9 Sequential Testing 19 5 10 Combined Simultaneous and Sequential Testing 20 5 11 Infrared Remote Control 20 5 12 RFID Auto Tests 21 5 13 Indic...

Page 332: ...rdboard inner buffers boxes Polyethylene Capsule bags Plastic Capsule caps Please dispose in line with local environmental requirements designed and See Section 10 The packaging can be easily separate...

Page 333: ...it Testifire creates stimuli that the sensors are designed to detect Depending on the model purchased Testifire can create smoke heat and CO stimuli on demand from a single unit Testifire creates stim...

Page 334: ...terface Display LCD Status LED Test Type LED CO Capsule Access Cover Smoke Capsule Access Cover USB Port on rear of unit Replacement Capsules Smoke Capsule TS3 CO Capsule TC3 Testifire Smoke Capsule T...

Page 335: ...ton Charge times can be 75 90 minutes when charging a fully discharged Battery Baton When the Battery Baton reaches a fully charged state the Solo 725 charger will automatically switch to Trickle Char...

Page 336: ...ntal conditions Environment Operating temperature 5 C to 45 C 40 F to 115 F Storage temperature 10 C to 50 C 15 F to 120 F Humidity 0 90 RH non condensing ATTENTION ENVIRONMENT 4 2 Using the Battery T...

Page 337: ...n the use of only genuine Testifire replacement parts which must be replaced in accordance with the instructions supplied Please observe the local regulations regarding the disposal of packaging mater...

Page 338: ...e than 5 minutes it will power off to conserve the battery Status LED l l l l l l Fig 9 page 10 Spring Clips Tip Protector E D Fig 10 F F E M U L T I S T I M U L U S D E T E C T O R T E S T E R testif...

Page 339: ...on the MAIN menu You do not need to press the ENTER key on the keypad to select just leave the required test stimuli highlighted Fig 19 l l l l l l TIP page 11 Fig 21 Fig 20 Fig 22 M U L T I S T I M U...

Page 340: ...e correct position for a successful test The inner clear cup has a semi circular cut out on the side nearest to the user interface Place your finger in the cut out and carefully lift out the cup Fig 2...

Page 341: ...This product is intended to be used at height Exercise great care and always wear appropriate PPE personal protective equipment when operating above head height in order to avoid the risk of injury Ke...

Page 342: ...s tests it will show the colour relating to the current test For a multi stimulus simultaneous test it will show all the colours relating to the stimuli in the test alternating its colour repeatedly b...

Page 343: ...ted by illuminating blue Smoke is generated and blown into the detector within a few seconds of the test beginning Not all of the smoke is visible to the naked eye and it must not be assumed that ther...

Page 344: ...be cancelled and the unit will revert back to standby mode When using the Heat setting care should also be taken not to leave the Testifire head unit in position over a detector for too long The plast...

Page 345: ...n the internal components of the detector To select the clearing function on the main menu move the cursor to Clear using the UP and DOWN keys on the keypad Fig 38 The clearing operation will begin au...

Page 346: ...d and Capsule Empty will be displayed on the screen If an X is displayed beside Smoke or CO on the MAIN menu it indicates that there is a problem with the capsule Fig 43 Either it is not installed or...

Page 347: ...grammed sequence 1 l l l l 3 5 8 Simultaneous Testing Note Using Testifire to carry out a Simultaneous Test means that a number of operations Smoke Heat and CO can be pre programmed into the unit befo...

Page 348: ...ire over the detector The Smoke test begins 3 Lower Testifire from the detector for 2 10 seconds Testifire selects the next test in the sequence in this case Heat 4 Raise Testifire over the detector H...

Page 349: ...RFID tag and the type of test that is required to be performed automatically will need to be programmed into the tag Once the Testifire communication module is available details will be available fro...

Page 350: ...Flashing STANDBY Mode Smoke Heat CO Menu Status Smoke Heat CO Menu Status Smoke Heat CO Menu Status page 22 Green Fast Flashing OPERATIONAL Mode test in progress Heat CO Clear Menu Status 5 13 Indica...

Page 351: ...placed A complete listing of the screen error messages and indicating LED colours is detailed in Section 6 3 For RFID error messages see the RFID Manual at When you have followed the above steps and y...

Page 352: ...Fan SYSTEM FAULT The CO element is too hot Power off and leave too cool for 5 minutes Power on and try the same test again If the same message is displayed contact your regional service centre to rep...

Page 353: ...re can be connected to a computer to allow software updates to be uploaded Testifire should only be connected to personal computing equipment which complies with relevant safety and EMC standards Only...

Page 354: ...d with a Calibration and Conformity Certificate and 3 months warranty A Service Calibration and Conformity Certificate will be provided auditing proof that all measurements were made using calibrated...

Page 355: ...ff Firmware version 5 4 or later To disable service reminders press the MENU key on the keypad and use the DOWN key to navigate to Service Fig 61 Press the ENTER key to select Service This will displa...

Page 356: ...er Software Testifire USB Cable A to mini B Part No EA36176 Fully charged battery Internet Connection Windows 2000 Professional Windows XP x32 Windows Vista x32 USB V1 1 and USB V2 0 The Testifire Fla...

Page 357: ...e Testifire USB drivers Click Close to exit the wizard Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Select I don t have the disc Show me other options Select Browse my computer for driver software The USB drivers are located...

Page 358: ...Select Search for the best driver in these locations and Include this location in the search The USB drivers are located in the install directory of the Testifire Flash Loader application This would...

Page 359: ...I M U L U S D E T E C T O R T E S T E R testifire www com testifire Back to Contents Page Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 The USB drivers are located in the install directory of the Testifire Flash Loader appli...

Page 360: ...st be installed correctly before continuing page 32 M U L T I S T I M U L U S D E T E C T O R T E S T E R testifire www com testifire Back to Contents Page Step 4 The application will now scan the com...

Page 361: ...e user Testifire remains in Boot Loader mode Click on Cancel to exit the program Then disconnect the USB cable and Battery Baton from Testifire The programming process can then be repeated from Step 1...

Page 362: ...eat and CO if appropriate in any combination as programmed by the user are all carried out in one test Tests are performed according to the order that they have been programmed by the user Automatic t...

Page 363: ...73mm max 397mm including handle Dimensions page 35 M U L T I S T I M U L U S D E T E C T O R T E S T E R testifire Note Product specifications may be subject to change without prior notice or obligati...

Page 364: ...ies Access testifire 1000 testifire 2000 x 2 x 2 x 2 x 2 Solo 100 x 1 Solo 100 Solo 101 x 3 testifire TS3 testifire TC3 Solo Poles Access Height 100 100 101 1 100 101 2 100 101 3 6m 20ft 7m 23ft 8m 26...

Page 365: ...they are essential for the purpose of achieving inter operability of the Software with another software program and provided that the information obtained by you during such activities is used only f...

Page 366: ...r contracts business interruption loss of the use of money or anticipated savings loss of information loss of opportunity goodwill or reputation loss of damage to or corruption of data or any indirect...

Page 367: ...transport or other means of public or private transport impossibility of the use of public or private telecommunications networks the acts decrees legislation regulations or restrictions of any gover...

Page 368: ...be applicable to a contract of sale or purchase Copyright Notice testers No Climb Products Ltd All Rights Reserved No part of these written materials may be reproduced or used in any form or by any m...

Page 369: ...uick Start Guide M U L T I S T I M U L U S D E T E C T O R T E S T E R testifire www testifire com SIGNALING Multi Detector Test Apparatus as to Verification of Detector Functional Operation Only 77TL...

Page 370: ...with the location hole and push the Battery Baton further into the pole until the button springs up through the hole 6 Spring Clips Spring Clip Protector C Removal Release the upper access cover 7 on...

Page 371: ...inner clear cup 22 To adjust the head unit hold the body 18 and pulling gently against the spring angle the head unit away from the Battery Baton 19 The head unit will lock and remain in that positio...

Page 372: ...t setup use the ESCAPE key l l l l In this example Smoke and Heat are combined as a simultaneous test followed by CO 26 Heat and Smoke can be combined as the first operation followed by a CO test Note...

Page 373: ...timulus or combination of stimuli Green Slow Flashing STANDBY Mode Green Fast Flashing OPERATIONAL Mode test in progress Red Blue Green Alternating Smoke Heat and CO test in progress at the same time...

Page 374: ...ment Capsules Testifire Smoke Capsule TS3 Testifire CO Capsule TC3 A B www testifire com 11 1 3 18 17 12 19 2 Testifire 2000 Illustrated BB AA 14 13 16 15 testifire Infrared Remote Control Operation I...

Page 375: ...thing contained herein is intended to incorporate any representation or warranty either express or implied or to form the basis of any legal relations between the parties hereto additional to or in li...

Page 376: ...Instruction Manual ductcheckerTM Duct Detector Test Tool Hand Held Digital Monometer Model 8252...

Page 377: ...Controls Indicators 4 Auto Power Off 5 Mode Options 5 Maintenance 9 Manual Zero Setting 12 Troubleshooting 12 Replacing the Battery 14 Operating Conditions 15 Material Supplied 15 Optional Accessorie...

Page 378: ...urned on for approx 3 seconds Note Though you might see DATALOGGER Y M D REL AVG these are not available on this meter The LCD is divided into two distinct sections One large primary top screen and on...

Page 379: ...O 10 2 1 Unscrew the battery compartment on the rear of instrument and fit PP3 or equivalent battery Replace the cover and secure with the screw Press to switch the instrument on Press to select the u...

Page 380: ...g again returns to real time recording mode Press and hold for 3 seconds to turn clock feature off Note Clock feature available with gauge pressure only not differential The instrument will automatica...

Page 381: ...cords N A 6 DC Power in Jack 7 RS232 Output port 8 H M S 88 88 88 Displays time for Hour Minute Second 9 Pressure unit indication 10 BAT Battery low indicator 11 DIF Differential pressure mode 12 Posi...

Page 382: ...An n will appear in the middle of the screen at which time you can release the button see Fig A The disable sleep mode will be invalid after power on Delete and replace with programmable user selectab...

Page 383: ...iddle left of screen Fig B Other button functions are locked out except Power Unit and Backlight Press momentarily again and the unit cycles through MAX Fig C and MIN Fig D and back to current pressur...

Page 384: ...on top of the LCD and the display indicates the relative zero relative zero causes the value of the display to show as 0 0 only the amount of pressure change will be indicated Press momentarily again...

Page 385: ...e atmosphere and connecting the second sensor port to your system Press momentarily and the unit will cycle through InH2O psi mbar mmH2O which are indicated on the bottom of the display see Fig G H Pr...

Page 386: ...e zero setting procedure on page 11 Cleaning Use a damp cloth and mild soap to clean the case of the Monometer Do not use harsh detergents or abrasives as these may mar the finish or damage the unit s...

Page 387: ...1 6 psi calibration point the adjustable pressure range is from 1 5 to 1 7 psi If calibration pressure source is not 1 6 psi increase by pressing key or decrease by pressing key to set calibration poi...

Page 388: ...SA and CA appears in 2 seconds and then pressing End and CA appears in another 2 seconds The meter turns back to the normal mode see Fig L If you can t save by pressing the key i e no SA appeared plea...

Page 389: ...rmal mode Power on but no display Check the battery connections Replace with new battery or attach optional AC adaptor BAT indication Replace with a new battery when LCD displays BAT at the middle bot...

Page 390: ...sor will be damaged Err 2 For the measurement of pressure less than minimum range Err 2 will appear see Fig P Err 3 For a differential pressure value larger than maximum display Err 3 appears on the d...

Page 391: ...our 9 volt battery when The BAT icon appears on the right of the screen The meter will not power on Use of the backlight causes the BAT icon to appear Even if the battery was recently replaced check i...

Page 392: ...e temperature range 20 60 C 4 140 F Operating Humidity Max 80 RH Power One 9 0 volt battery Exceeding maximum pressure will cause permanent sensor damage 15 OPERATING CONDITIONS 3 3 3 3 3 3 This packa...

Page 393: ...DC jack port at the right side of the meter 2 Insert the D sub 9P type connector into the computer s Com 1 or 2 port 3 Start the set up of RS232 software by inserting the CD ROM 4 When installing the...

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Page 395: ...ductcheckerTM SDi 3535 Route 66 Building 6 Neptune NJ 07753 Telephone 732 751 9266 Fax 732 751 9241 Email sales sdifire com www sdifire com...

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