Transmille ProCal Data sheet

USER LEVELS&SECURITY

Transmille software incorporatesapassword protected login system (password use is optional),
allowing users to be set up with specific permissions (Administrator, Engineer and operator
levels). This provides controlled access to the different types of information - for example, office
based staff may require access to information relating to paperwork, but not be able to access
calibration procedures, results data and other important technical data.

MULTI LANGUAGE SUPPORT

ProCal and ProCal-Track are multi language capable, with a simple translation database
to convert from English to almost any other language. Many language translations have already
been created and are available on the software CD. Support for creation of new languages is also
included on the software CD.

NETWORKING OVERVIEW

Fully networkable with a ‘floating’ licence system to allow flexible configuration. Connect to a
basic peer-to-peer or server based network to provide centralised data storage. Each licence is
activated usingaUSB software key (dongle), allowing multiple computers to use Transmille
software.

AGILENT 3458A

(GPIB)

TRANSMILLE 2041A

(RS232)

TRANSMILLE 2100

(RS232)

LABEL
PRINTER

BARCODE
SCANNER

MULTI DISCIPLINE
CALIBRATION SOFTWARE

LABORATORY MANAGEMENT
SOFTWARE

SERVER

WORKSTATION 1

WORKSTATION 2 WORKSTATION 3

GOODS INWARDS / DESPATCH

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS OVERVIEW

Operating System:Microsoft Windows 98 / 2000/NT/XP or Higher
Minimum PC Specification
Each software licence requires one free USB / Parallel port for software key (dongle)
Database Engine:Microsoft Access 2000 Compatible

ProCal supports the National Instruments range of GPIB Interface cards (sold separately)
Label printing requires DYMO LabelWriter printer (sold separately)
Requires appropriate drivers for GPIB Interface, Sound & Video features

s : 1GHz Processor • 128Mb RAM•800x600 Screen Resolution : Minimum Install 200MB

ProCal :: ORDERING INFORMATION

PC-SU : ProCal Single User / 1st Network Licence
PC-N : ProCal Additional User (for use with single user licence)
PC-SITE : ProCal Site Licence
PC-SUS : ProCal Single User Support
PC-NS : ProCal Network Support

ProCal-Track :: ORDERING INFORMATION

PCT-SU : ProCal-Track Single User / 1st Network Licence
PCT-N : ProCal-Track Additional User (for use with single user licence)
PCT-SITE : ProCal-Track Site Licence
PCT-SUS : ProCal-Track Single User Support
PCT-NS : ProCal-Track Network Support

DISTRIBUTOR INFORMATION

TRANSMILLE - 158 Brentwood Drive, Colchester, Vermont 05446

phone: [phone] fax: [phone]

E-Mail: [e-mail] - En Español: [e-mail]

www.TransmilleCalibration.com

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THE COST EFFECTIVE SOLUTION

FROM STAND-ALONE SETUPS TO
MULTI USER NETWORK INSTALLATIONS

NETWORKABLE SYSTEM - CAN BE USED
THROUGHOUT THE LABORATORY & OFFICE

MULTI-DISCIPLINE :: CAN BE USED FOR ELECTRICAL,
PRESSURE, TEMPERATURE, DIMENSIONAL AND
MORE...

M3003 / GUM COMPLIANT UNCERTAINTY
CALCULATIONS

6 RECALL LETTERS

1 GOODS INWARDS

Microsoft

Access Database

2 PROCEDURE WRITING

GOODS INWARD & ACCESSORIES MANAGEMENT

(WITH BARCODE SCANNING)

CENTRALISED PAPERWORK PROCESSING AND

DESPATCH (WITH BARCODE SCANNING)

COMPREHENSIVE FORMS, REPORTS & LABELS

CONTROLS A WIDE RANGE OF INSTRUMENTS
USING GPIB / RS232 INTERFACE

MULTI LANGUAGE

CRYSTAL REPORTS SUPPORT - CREATE CUSTOM
CERTIFICATES & OTHER REPORT DESIGNS

INTEGRATES WITH PROCAL-TRACK FOR TOTAL JOB
CONTROL

FAST PROCEDURE CREATION & TESTING USING
BUILT-IN WIZARDS

THE COMPLETE CALIBRATION SOLUTION

LABEL PRINTING &
BARCODE SUPPORT

GRAPHICAL MEASUREMENT SCREENS

5 GOODS DISPATCH

Dispatch Note,
Job Completion Form, etc.

4 JOB PAPERWORK

Calibration label with

logo and barcode

INTEGRATE

FOR THE

COMPLETE

RECALL LETTER SYSTEM

3 CALIBRATION

SUB CONTRACT WORK HANDLING

DIGITAL PHOTO DISPLAY

Certificate, Service Log,

Certificate of Conformance

CRYSTAL REPORTS SUPPORT - CREATE CUSTOM

CERTIFICATES & OTHER REPORT DESIGNS

TOTAL LABORATORY MANAGEMENT

LABEL PRINTING &
BARCODE SUPPORT

COMPREHENSIVE VIRTUAL JOB SHEET

MULTI LANGUAGE

ACCREDITED (ISO17025) / TRACEABLE /
CONFORMANCE / SAFETY CERTIFICATES,
TEST REPORTS WITH COLOUR LOGOs

FLEXIBLE UNCERTAINTY
CALCULATION METHODS

CALIBRATION &

MANAGEMENT

SOLUTION

FAST , EFFICIENT BOOKING IN

SERVICE REPORTS,
DESPATCH NOTES, RECALL LETTERS,
QUOTES & OTHER JOB PAPERWORK

TRUE UNIVERSAL CALIBRATION SOFTWARE

ProCal provides a cost effective and easy to use solution for calibration from
a single workstation through to networked multi disciplined laboratories. ProCal
supports a database of equipment used in the laboratory, including all makes and
types of calibrators, DMMs, standard resistors, capacitors, inductors, dead weight
testers, crimp testers, temperature probes etc, in fact any standard or item of
equipment used for calibration in a laboratory. ProCal integrates with ProCal-Track
for total job control using a central Microsoft Access database.
Translatable into any language.

Developed over many years in a working laboratory environment, ProCal is the best
solution for today’s laboratory professionals worldwide.

Learn more about ProCal in use worldwide at www.transmille.com

QUICKLY CREATE & TEST CALIBRATION PROCEDURES

This is essential as every working laboratory knows there is always
a large proportion of previously unseen equipment requiring new procedures. Wizards
in ProEdit allow very fast creation of procedures based on generic type of instrument,
e.g. DMM, Oscilloscope, RCD, Loop testers, pressure gauge etc.

Instrument accuracy is automatically calculated from entering the specification which
also saves time and reduces errors. One of the most important features is the ability to

Edit

run a procedure using ProCal in one window and with ProEdit running in another

Verify
immediately

window it is possible to correct errors in a procedure as it is run, the calibration of the
instrument does not have to be aborted due to a mistake in the procedure.

INTUITIVE TO USE :: CLEAR GRAPHICAL INTERFACE

Each test result is graphically represented as a measurement
bar scaled to the specification of the instrument under test.
Using easy ‘traffic light’ style indication, test pass/marginal/failed states are
displayed. Measurement uncertainty is also clearly displayed either side of
the measurement point. Test sequences are shown in a list box and indicate
the test point reached in a procedure - any test can be run instantly by
clicking a test line in this list box. A calibration can be halted and saved with
status ‘Awaiting customer response’, ‘As Found Done, Awaiting Adjustment’
etc. Calibrations can then be recalled for completion at a later time.
The calibration sequence is presented in ‘wizard’ style screen with ‘Next >’
and ‘< Back’ buttons for easy to use operation.

Visual display of

reading &

uncertainties

Test list
for easy
review

‘Wizard’ style
interface

COMPREHENSIVE TEST :: PICTURE :: VIDEO PROMPTS

Text, pictures or even video file prompts can all be easily incorporated
within a ProCal procedure to help guide a technician through a calibration.
At the click of a button the engineer can record any information relevant to
calibrating the instrument under test using ProCal's built in
system. This can then be used as a lookup reference when calibrating this type of
instrument in the future.

ProCal has the ability to use built-in generic connection diagrams for specific tests
(Eg. Connection to a multimeter for DC Voltage measurement).

technical help file

BUILT IN UNCERTAINTY CALCULATIONS TO M3003 / GUM

ProCal can automatically calculate uncertainties as required by M3003 / GUM
Standards. This is calculated for each test as the measurement is performed and saved along
side the result. The uncertainty calculation is clearly displayed in a ‘spreadsheet style’ view
showing the individual uncertainty contributions, including noise/flicker. The contributions in
this template can be defined by the user for a specific measurement parameter including
imported uncertainty and stability figures for the reference instrument used.

Alternatively, ProCal allows a library of uncertainty statements to be stored and linked to
calibration procedures.

FAST, EFFICIENT CALIBRATION

CLOSED LOOP CALIBRATION & ATE CONTROL

Use the powerful easy to use command language in ProCal to control and
read back from any GPIB / RS232 device. Closed loop calibration procedures can
easily be written with easy to understand one line control commands (including UUT
address configuration) - no programming required!
ProCal can offer a solution for custom ATE control systems where scanners, switches
& PSUs etc. need to be remotely configured.

JOB PRIORITY & STATUS CONTROL :: MANAGING WORKFLOW

With ProCal, calibration work can be prioritised based on turn-around time.
This enables efficient laboratory workflow to be acheived, with any equipment
reaching overdue status being displayed in red to warn the laboratory engineer.
Status codes can be used to quickly set instruments to informative states such as
‘awaiting customer authorisation’ or ‘go-ahead given’, distributing information across
the system for other users to see.

POWERFUL DOCUMENTING AND REPORTING CAPABILITIES

Print certificates and reports directly from ProCal which conform to ISO
standards or design your own custom certificates & reports using the powerful
reporting functions in Crystal Reports. Using the information held in the ProCal database, many
types of report can be produced including repair estimates, fault reports, reverse traceability etc.
Several example reports and certificate styles are supplied with ProCal and users can customise
these or create new reports.
ProCal supports five certificate types, each with its own number counter : Accredited • Standard •
Conformance • Electrical Safety and Test Report plus your own custom styles. This flexibility
provides universal support for any required use in the calibration laboratory... and beyond. ProCal
also allows customisable calibration labels with company logos to be printed.

CALIBRATION PRICING DATABASE BUILT IN

Pricing of calibration / repair work and parts used can easily be achieved
using ProCal. By linking procedures to a price list the calibration is automatically
priced when a procedure is used. Spare parts, repair and labour costs can be entered
directly into the virtual job sheet at any time. This important function stores all the
information required to produce an invoice, including customer discounts, reducing
pricing mistakes whilst increasing efficiency.

DATA IMPORT / EXPORT FOR ON-SITE CALIBRATION

To allow on-site work to be carried out and easy imported back into the main
database, an optional software package is available. This allows jobs to be exported at
the beginning of the day, taken to an on-site location for results completion and then re­imported into the main database on return.

ONLINE PROCEDURE LIBRARY

A library of calibration procedures is available at www.transmille.com.
This is a subscriber service based on a credits system - a user can purchase
credits and download procedures which are rated with a number of credits based
on its complexity.

:: PROCEDURES AT THE CLICK OF A MOUSE

TOTAL JOB CONTROL FROM GOODS IN TO DESPATCH

ProCal-Track provides the tools for management of instruments from
goods-in through to despatch, including external calibration work, laboratory assets and
stock/demo instruments etc. Users can open a virtual job card from any PC to view
current or historical data. Use of digital photos can be implemented to aid user
recognition. Instrument recall letters can also be issued on a regular basis.

VIRTUAL JOB CARD :: DYNAMIC JOB TRACKING

Most paperwork systems are based around job cards / work sheets. With
ProCal-Track, Transmille have retained this familiar format and created electronic,
centrally stored records. As work is booked in, a job record is created to keep all details
of the job including information such as accessories received and customer comments.

The great advantage of the computerised job record is that it is centrally available to
anyone, anywhere at any time. This information is stored for the lifetime of the
instrument, and is available even after the instrument has been returned to the customer
with a detailed history of the instrument recorded.

GOODS INWARDS & ACCESSORIES MANAGEMENT

WITH BARCODE RECOGNITION

Using our experience in running a successful calibration laboratory, Transmille has
refined the booking in process to make it as fast and easy to use as possible. On screen
aids such as drop down lists, automatic instrument recognition (a lookup of model
number to find an instrument’s manufacturer and description) and selectable printout of
job sheet or label are available. Each accessory can be recorded and barcode labelled,
ensuring the items the instrument was received with are returned - never lose a
customers accessories again!

EASY TO USE :: DESIGNED FOR THE OFFICE & THE LAB

Office staff can view information quickly and easily, allowing customer calls to be
efficiently answered, whilst in the laboratory engineers can gain access to detailed
service histories including parts used, engineer reports and technical help information.

The dynamic job tracking means the moment an engineer completes a job the office can
instantly see the status of the instrument. This centralised information access maximises
the efficiency of all staff, office and laboratory alike.

COMPREHENSIVE INSTRUMENT MANAGEMENT

CALIBRATION & REPAIR SUB CONTRACT HANDLING

Sub contract work can be recorded in the database, and monitored using the
reports to view, for example, outstanding sub contacted instruments - this allows an
overview of sub contracted work to be maintained. Instruments issued to sub
contractors can then be processed using the normal goods inwards function when
received and the database will recognise and update the system.

FAULT & ESTIMATE REPORTING

The parts used, labour and recalibration costs stored in ProCal-Track can be
used to automatically create reports to inform customers of faults and give cost
estimates. These reports can be directly emailed or faxed directly from the engineers
workstation, saving office staff time and ensuring correct information is quickly passed
to the customer. These reports can be customised using Crystal Reports.

DESPATCH SYSTEM WITH ACCESSORY CHECKING

The dedicated despatch function provides the facility to enforce barcode
scanning of accessories to ensure instruments are returned with the accessories they
were received with. Instruments can be despatched individually or as a group as
required, with automatic printing of despatch notes (designed for use with document
pouches) and optional address labels.

INVOICING & JOB PRICING

The pricing information stored in ProCal-Track together with the customer
discount can be used to create an invoice report detailing the total costs (calibration,
parts & labour) for one or more instruments. This printed report can also be used to
enter cost information into any accounting package.

COMPREHENSIVE FORMS, REPORTS & LABELS

ProCal-Track provides the facility to print out a range of forms, reports and
labels (with barcodes) using the DYMO range of thermal printers. A user can query the
database for information about instruments for a specific customer and print out these
details, re-issue certificates or service logs and print system ID or serial number labels.

Support for viewing / printing Crystal Reports is built in as standard. Using the Crystal
Reports designer other reports can be custom designed and used in ProCal-Track.

QUALITY SYSTEM INTEGRATION (ISO 17025)

The computerised record keeping of ProCal-Track and the advanced reporting functions,
including many specific features (for example the ‘quarantine’ status, reverse traceability
report etc.) fulfill the requirements of quality systems such as ISO 17025, whilst reducing
the workload of a manual system.

Q

Q

FULFILS

ISO 17025

ISO 9000

REQUIREMENTS

INSTRUMENT CALIBRATION RECALL SYSTEM

The instrument recall system incorporated into ProCal-Track uses system
status codes to manage and issue calibration recall notices. These notices can be issued
in the form of specific pre-formatted letters or managed electronically (using third party
methods to fax or email). The recall system has built in intelligence to process calibration
work, ignoring test reports and repair events in an instrument’s service records.

Instruments can be marked as ‘do not recall’ as required, with recall processing collated
as required (e.g. Collated by user to send recalls to specific engineers).

CERTIFICATES ON THE WEB (OPTIONAL)

Upload PDF versions of certificates to your own online web service, giving
access to instrument recall calibration information with this optional add-on package.