Instruction Manual v. 1.0 - Android
TM
with PosiTector
SPG
probes
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Introduction .................................................................. 1
Why is Measurement Important? ........................... 2
Quick Start ................................................................... 2
PosiTector App ............................................................. 3
Connect PosiTector App to PosiTector probe ........ 3
User Interface ........................................................ 4
PosiTector SmartLink ................................................... 6
Connect a Probe .................................................... 6
Power-up/Power-down ........................................... 7
Tri-Color LED Button .............................................. 7
PosiTector SPG probes ............................................... 8
Factory Calibration ................................................. 8
Calibration Adjustment ........................................... 8
Certification ............................................................ 9
Calibration, Verification and Adjustment ...................... 9
Menu Operation ........................................................... 11
Memory Menu .............................................................. 12
New Batch .............................................................. 12
Batch Summary View ........................................ 13
Tool Bar .............................................................. 13
Delete/Ignore Reading .................................. 14
Add New Batch .............................................. 14
Add Photo ...................................................... 15
Add Image Annotation ................................... 15
Add Notes ...................................................... 16
Share Batch .................................................. 16
Report ................................................................ 16
Export ................................................................ 16
Batch Readings View ........................................ 17
Batch Chart View ............................................... 17
Open ...................................................................... 18
Close ...................................................................... 18
Delete ..................................................................... 19
Batch Report Configuration ................................... 19
Batch Report .......................................................... 20
Statistics Menu ............................................................. 20
HiLo Alarm ............................................................. 21
HiLo Alarm Limits ................................................... 21
Clear ....................................................................... 21
Setup Menu ................................................................. 22
SmartLink Info ........................................................ 22
Change Units ......................................................... 22
SmartLink Lock ...................................................... 22
Reset (Menu Reset / LED Button Reset) ............... 23
Troubleshooting ........................................................... 24
Warranty ...................................................................... 24
1
Introduction
Introduction
PosiTector Surface Profile Gage (SPG) probes measure the
peak-to-valley height of the surface profile of abrasive blast cleaned
surfaces. This instruction manual specifically covers use with
PosiTector SmartLink.
The PosiTector SmartLink and free mobile app allow you to wirelessly
connect a wide selection of PosiTector probes to your smart device.
Take full advantage of your device's keyboard, microphone, camera,
internet data connection, etc. to simplify and enhance your
measurement inspection process.
The PosiTector SmartLink measurement solution consists of a
PosiTector App, PosiTector SmartLink device and compatible
PosiTector probe.
In addition to the PosiTector SPG, compatible probes include the
PosiTector RTR-H (replica tape reader), 6000 (coating thickness) and
DPM (environmental conditions).
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Why is Measurement Important?
Steel is often abrasive blast cleaned or otherwise roughened prior
to painting. The peak-to-valley height of the resultant surface
profile is an important factor in the performance of applied
protective coatings.
Low profile may reduce coating bond strength (adhesion). Too high
and the peaks may receive insufficient coverage and possibly rust
prematurely. The costly application of more coating may be
required if the profile is too high.
For these reasons, surface profile should be measured prior to
coating application to ensure that it meets contract specifications.
Quick Start
Quick Start
The PosiTector SmartLink powers-up when the LED button is
pressed. To preserve battery life, the PosiTector SmartLink
powers-down after 5 minutes of no activity. Alternatively, press and
hold the LED button until it turns red and shuts off (approximately
5 seconds). All probe settings and calibration adjustments are
retained within the PosiTector SmartLink, stored measurement
data is retained within the smart device (cell phone, tablet).
Wirelessly connect the PosiTector probe to the smart device using
the PosiTector App.
Measure
Remove the protective rubber cap from probe.1
Place the included glass zero plate onto a stable, flat surface.2
Take a reading on the plate. If the average of several
readings is not within tolerance of the probe, zero the probe
(pg 10).
Place the probe FLAT on the surface to be measured such3
that the tip of the probe reaches into the bottom of a profile
valley. HOLD STEADY until a reading is displayed.
Lift the probe from the surface between readings.
3
PosiTector App
PosiTector App
The PosiTector App connects a PosiTector SmartLink to your Smart
device enabling you to use PosiTector 6000, DPM, SPG, or RTR-H
probes on your device without the need for a conventional gage body.
Screen fonts, brightness and displayed language are inherited from
your smart device settings. Currently, the PosiTector App has language
support for English, Spanish, French, German, Chinese and Korean.
Screen orientation is fixed to portrait only, rotation to landscape is not
supported.
Stored batch readings, images and notes are all stored in the
PosiTector App (on your smart device). The number of stored batch
readings is only limited by the memory available on your smart device.
If the application is removed or a menu Reset (pg 23) is performed, all
stored measurements and associated data is permanently erased.
Power-up the PosiTector SmartLink and connected SPG probe by1
pressing the LED button. The button will blink blue.
Select the PosiTector SmartLink App icon on your smart device.2
Select Continue. A list of available PosiTector probes (listed by3
connected probe type and serial number) will be displayed. Select
the desired PosiTector SmartLink to connect. The LED button on
the PosiTector SmartLink will illuminate solid blue when
successfully connected.
The probe model and serial number is engraved on the backside of the
plastic probe connector (i.e. SPG 234852).
Wirelessly Connecting the PosiTector App
Wirelessly Connecting the PosiTector App
to a PosiTector
to a PosiTector
SPG
SPG
probe
probe
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The user interface was designed to combine the proven simplicity of
PosiTector gages and the advanced functionality of a smart device's
features including touch, swipe, keyboard, camera and more. The
interface will be instantly recognizable to those familiar with PosiTector
instruments.
User Interface
User Interface
Main Navigation Bar
The Main Navigation section is dynamic and may change from one
screen to another.
In the above example, Search and Menu navigation options are
available.
Search returns back to the list of available PosiTector SmartLink
devices. Menu accesses the Main Menu.
SmartLink Status Bar
Displays information about the connected PosiTector SmartLink and
associated probe.
The example indicates that the PosiTector SmartLink battery status is
full and connected to a PosiTector SPG probe (serial number: 234852).
5
Measurement Area
Displays measurement related information. The surface profile
example on page 4 shows the last measurement (54 microns).
Memory is ON and measurements are being stored into Batch 6 (B6).
The measurement area will change depending on the connected probe
type and selected modes.
Modes Icons and Units
Displays icons for active modes (such as the disk icon X for Memory
mode, pg 12), current calibration adjustment type ( X Factory), and
measurement units (microns).
Carousel
The carousel is displayed when more than a single view (screen) is
present. The number of dots represent the number of available views.
Swipe your finger horizontally across the screen to switch between
views.
Tip: Some views contain interactive areas. For this reason we
recommend swiping horizontally across the Mode Icons and Units bar.
Tool Bar
Displays available actions applicable to current operating modes
(i.e.
Memory (pg 12), Statistics (pg 20), HiLo (pg 21), etc.)
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The PosiTector SmartLink acts as a relay between the PosiTector
probe and PosiTector App using wireless Bluetooth Smart
(BLE Bluetooth Low Energy). No pairing required! Auto-pairing
Bluetooth connection works up to 10 m (30 feet) away.
Information specific to currently selected modes and user
calibration adjustments (specific to each probe) are retained within
the PosiTector SmartLink. This allows for seamless switching
between smart devices (phone and tablet).
Measurement data is not stored within the PosiTector
SmartLink. All measurement data (readings, images, notes) is
stored within the PosiTector App on your smart device.
PosiTector
PosiTector
SmartLink
SmartLink
NOTE:
Connect a Probe
To connect a probe, slide the plastic probe connector in the direction
of the arrow (shown above) until it locks in place. Reverse for
detaching the probe.
When powered-up, the PosiTector SmartLink automatically determines
what type of probe is attached and does a self-check. The probe type,
model and serial number are displayed when found within the app's
Search screen.
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