Ultrasonic Flaw Detector

for Non-Destructive Testing

SONOSCREEN ST10
Operating Manual
Manufacturer: SONOTEC Ultraschallsensorik Halle GmbH
Model: Ultrasonic Flaw Detector for Non-Destructive Testing
Type: SONOSCREEN ST10

SONOTEC Ultraschallsensorik Halle GmbH

Nauendorfer Str. 2
06112 Halle (Saale), Germany

Phone: +49 (0)345 133 17-0

Fax: +49 (0)345 133 17-99

E-mail: sonotec@sonotec.de
Internet: www.sonotec.eu

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SONOTEC Ultraschallsensorik Halle GmbH
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Revision: 3.4; Date: 2015-06-19

 Contents

Contents

1 Notes on the operating manual ................................................................................................. 6

1.1 General..................................................................................................................................... 6
1.2 Supplied documents................................................................................................................. 7
1.3 Symbols used ........................................................................................................................... 8
2 Safety ............................................................................................................................................ 9
2.1 Safety information .................................................................................................................... 9
2.2 User qualifications .................................................................................................................... 9
3 Device description .................................................................................................................... 10
3.1 Designated use ...................................................................................................................... 10
3.2 Scope of delivery and accessories ........................................................................................ 10
3.3 Device designation ................................................................................................................. 11
3.4 Device in- and outputs (optional), rotary knobs ..................................................................... 12
3.5 Function keys and display elements ...................................................................................... 13
3.6 Screen area ............................................................................................................................ 14
3.7 Status indicators ..................................................................................................................... 15
3.7.1 Display of readings taken ............................................................................................ 15
3.7.2 Status line .................................................................................................................... 16
3.7.3 Function key status indicators ..................................................................................... 16
3.7.4 Device status ............................................................................................................... 16
3.7.5 Measurement status display ........................................................................................ 16
3.7.5.1 Amplitude evaluation * .................................................................................. 16
3.7.5.2 Measurement mode ...................................................................................... 16
3.7.5.3 Rectification .................................................................................................. 17
3.7.5.4 Operation mode ............................................................................................ 17
3.7.5.5 Pulse repetition frequency (PRF) ................................................................. 17
3.7.5.6 A-scan mode ................................................................................................. 17
3.7.6 Text messages............................................................................................................. 17
4 Device operation ....................................................................................................................... 18
4.1 Functions of the left rotary knob............................................................................................. 18
4.1.1 Navigating within menu items ...................................................................................... 19
4.1.2 Change gain with left rotary knob ................................................................................ 19
4.2 Functions of the right rotary knob .......................................................................................... 19
4.2.1 Change gain with right rotary knob .............................................................................. 19
4.2.2 Adjust increment .......................................................................................................... 20
4.3 Special rotary knob functions ................................................................................................. 21
4.3.1 Changing values in input boxes ................................................................................... 21
4.3.2 Entering text values manually ...................................................................................... 22
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4.4 Soft key functionality .............................................................................................................. 23

4.5 Gate settings and functionality ............................................................................................... 24
4.5.1 Measuring gate functionality ........................................................................................ 24
4.5.2 Gate alarm ................................................................................................................... 24
5 Initial start-up and key device settings ................................................................................... 25
5.1 Monitoring device operation ................................................................................................... 25
5.2 Adjusting the grab handle ...................................................................................................... 25
5.3 Mounting the grab handle ...................................................................................................... 26
5.4 Charging the battery............................................................................................................... 27
5.5 Changing the battery .............................................................................................................. 28
5.6 Setting the language .............................................................................................................. 29
5.7 Adjusting the screen............................................................................................................... 30
5.7.1 Adjusting screen brightness ......................................................................................... 30
5.7.2 Adjusting the color scheme.......................................................................................... 30
5.8 Configuring the time of day .................................................................................................... 31
6 Pre-test preparations ................................................................................................................ 32
6.1 Attaching the probe ................................................................................................................ 32
6.2 Specifying measurement settings .......................................................................................... 32
6.2.1 Signal settings: Transmitter ......................................................................................... 32
6.2.2 Signal settings: Receiver ............................................................................................. 33
6.2.3 Selecting the measurement mode, Operating mode and A-scan-mode ..................... 33
7 SONOSCREEN ST10 test settings ........................................................................................... 34
7.1 Probe settings ........................................................................................................................ 34
7.1.1 Creating a probe record ............................................................................................... 34
7.1.2 Filter ............................................................................................................................. 35
7.1.3 Deleting a probe record ............................................................................................... 36
7.1.4 Selecting a probe ......................................................................................................... 37
7.1.5 Changing the probe settings ........................................................................................ 37
7.1.6 Managing Probes ......................................................................................................... 38
7.2 Test object settings ................................................................................................................ 39
7.2.1 Changing sound speed, object sound attenuation, thickness or diameter .................. 39
7.2.2 Storing or deleting material records in the device ....................................................... 39
7.3 Entering measurement context .............................................................................................. 40
7.4 Distance adjustment............................................................................................................... 40
7.4.1 Performing adjustment ................................................................................................. 41
7.4.2 Perform Distance adjustment manually ....................................................................... 42

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7.5 Sensitivity adjustment ............................................................................................................ 42

7.5.1 Amplitude evaluation by DGS curve (optional) ............................................................ 43
7.5.2 Amplitude evaluation by DAC curve (optional) ............................................................ 44
7.5.2.1 Create new DAC curve ................................................................................. 44
7.5.2.2 Subsequent editing of the DAC curve .......................................................... 45
7.5.2.3 Switching TCG on and off ............................................................................. 45
7.5.3 Multi curve display for DAC and DGS (optional) ......................................................... 46
7.5.4 Amplitude Evaluation by AWS D1.1 (optional) ............................................................ 47
7.5.5 Loading DAC / DGS / AWS curves .............................................................................. 47
7.5.6 Switching off DAC / DGS / AWS .................................................................................. 47
7.6 A-scan mode .......................................................................................................................... 48
7.6.1 Display of comparison curve ........................................................................................ 48
7.6.2 Display of envelope...................................................................................................... 49
8 Managing A-scans and data ..................................................................................................... 50
8.1 Taking and storing screenshots ............................................................................................. 50
8.1.1 Screenshot specifications ............................................................................................ 50
8.1.2 Taking a screenshot..................................................................................................... 51
8.2 Viewing screenshots and loading associated setups ............................................................ 51
8.3 Deleting screenshots.............................................................................................................. 52
8.4 Saving settings ....................................................................................................................... 52
8.5 Loading settings ..................................................................................................................... 52
8.6 Transferring screenshots and data ........................................................................................ 53
8.7 Resetting to factory settings ................................................................................................... 55
9 Software “ST10 Report Generator” ......................................................................................... 56
9.1 Installing software .................................................................................................................. 56
9.2 Transferring data from SONOSCREEN ST10 to computer ................................................... 57
9.3 Activating the license for Report Generator ........................................................................... 57
9.4 Generating a report ................................................................................................................ 58
10 Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................ 60
11 Installing device options subsequently (Licenses) ............................................................... 61
12 Cleaning and maintenance ....................................................................................................... 62
13 Transportation and Storage ..................................................................................................... 63
14 Disposal ..................................................................................................................................... 64
15 Menu hierarchy .......................................................................................................................... 65

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 1 Notes on the operating manual

1 Notes on the operating manual

1.1 General

Thank you for purchasing this SONOSCREEN ST10 Flaw Detector.

This manual forms part of the device and should therefore be stored in its immediate
vicinity where it can be accessed by all operators at any time. It contains important
information needed to ensure proper and efficient use, along with all the instructions to
ensure safe operation of the SONOSCREEN ST10 device.

Following the introductory safety guidelines, section 3 then goes on to describe the basic
layout of the device. Device operation, based on the use of rotary knobs and soft keys, is
introduced in section 4, which also describes the functionality of the gates.

You will find the most important settings given in sections 5, 6 and 7. To ensure optimum
usability; menus are navigated using full text rather than codes. Information about the
management of measurement data can be found in the following chapters and an
overview of the entire menu hierarchy should support finding device options and menu
items.

Please note
If all settings are configured as described, then the device is optimally
prepared for testing work.

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1.2 Supplied documents

SONOSCREEN ST10

Documents

Operating Manual:
OM_SONOSCREEN ST10_engl_Rev_x.x_JJJJ-MM-TT.pdf

Technical Data Sheet acc. to standard:

TD_SONOSCREEN ST10_Standard_engl_Rev_x.x_JJJJ-MM-TT.pdf

Installation Guide for SONOTEC-Driver:

IG_SONOTEC-Driver_Rev_x.x_JJJJ-MM-TT.pdf

Certificate:
CE_SONOSCREEN_ ST10_engl_ Rev_x.x_JJJJ-MM-TT.pdf

Flyer:
FL_SONOSCREEN_ ST10_ Rev_x.x_JJJJ-MM-TT.pdf

Software

ST10 Report Generator

SONOTEC-Driver

Licenses

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1.3 Symbols used

Warnings about dangers or other important items of information are marked as follows:

Warning!
Warns of potential injury or damage to property.

Caution!
Warns of potential damage to property.

Please note
Provides you with information or draws your attention to something.

Symbols for user actions

1.  Press the left rotary knob

2.  Turn the left rotary knob

3.  Press the right rotary knob

4.  Turn the right rotary knob

5. Press soft key , , ,  or 

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 2 Safety

2 Safety

2.1 Safety information

The SONOSCREEN ST10 ultrasonic flaw detector is a state of the art product and
complies with applicable safety regulations. All devices are factory tested and delivered in
a safe condition for operation. The following safety instructions apply:

Warning!
Danger of injury! You could be exposed to high voltage or other serious
hazards.
• Do not open the device. It does not contain any user-serviceable parts.
• Protect the device from extreme, extraordinary heat (excessive solar
radiation, storage in heated cars, in the immediate vicinity of open fire or
heating devices) while operating, charging and storing.
• Avoid excessive strong shocks that could damage the display, electronic
components or the battery.

Caution!
Operating the device with the charger can cause incorrect values to be
displayed. Unplug the charger from the device before performing any test
procedures.

2.2 User qualifications

Warning!
Test personnel must possess in-depth expertise and experience in order to
exclude any errors resulting in unpredictable consequences.
Ultrasonic non-destructive testing can be conducted properly only if the
following conditions (as a minimum) are satisfied:
• Selection of a suitable probe
• Complete and proper configuration of parameters in the device
• Selection of a suitable test method
• Correct interpretation of the echoes imaged
• Sound conclusions drawn about structures in the material

Probe selection, parameter configuration and evaluation of the test results will require
comprehensive knowledge about the spatial and temporal propagation of ultrasound in a
range of materials, the behavior of sound at boundary surfaces – such as material flaws
or transition zones – and the capabilities of ultrasonic equipment to optimally image echo
patterns.

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3 Device description

3.1 Designated use

The SONOSCREEN ST10 ultrasonic flaw detector is designed for non-destructive

testing. It must not be used for any other application!

Any use other than the designated use is prohibited and can result in personal injury or
damage to property. SONOTEC Ultraschallsensorik Halle GmbH accepts no liability for
damage, including to third parties, caused by improper handling of the devices.

3.2 Scope of delivery and accessories

• Flaw detector with integrated rechargeable battery, exchangeable

(Evaluation methods and outputs according to purchase order.)

• Charger

• Couplant

• USB cable

• SONOSTICK (USB) for A-scan data and device settings

• Operating manual, Data sheet on SONOSTICK

• Calibration report according to DIN EN 12668-1

• Transportation case

Additional accessories (Scope of delivery depends on application and purchase order):

• Probes

• Connecting cable for probes

• Calibration block (K1 or K2) with certificate

• Analogue / switching output cable

• Protective working case

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Please note!
System information and installed device options are available via
Device settings  System information

Device settings and -options:

The installation of further options is possible and documented in chapter

11 Installing device options subsequently (Licenses).

3.3 Device designation

The rating plate can be found on the back of the flaw detector. The following data is
given:

• Device designation type (SONOSCREEN ST10)

• Serial number (SN: XXXXX)
• CE marking ( )
• Producer country (Made in Germany)
• Contact (www.sonotec.de)

The license sticker can be found behind the left protective cap.

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3.4 Device in- and outputs (optional), rotary knobs

1 3 4 5 6 7 8 2

Reference number Primary function

1 Left rotary knob:
1. If menu is active: for selecting menu items or values
2. If menu is inactive: for setting of gain
2 Right rotary knob:
1. For setting of gain
2. In input or selection windows choosing parameters

Table 1: Rotary knob functionality

Reference number Function of in- and outputs

3 Power cable socket for charging the battery
4 USB port to computer (‘B’ plug)
5 USB flash drive port (‘A’ plug)
6 Analog output and switching outputs (optional)
7 Receiver
8 Transmitter

Table 2: SONOSCREEN device in- and outputs

Please note
If Pulse-Echo mode is activated, the receiver [7] and transmitter [8] ports have
the same function.

Cable color Assignment

White Switching output 1
Green Switching output 2
Yellow Analogue output
Brown Ground

Table 3: Assignment of analogue and switching output cable

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3.5 Function keys and display elements

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

10

Reference number Key functionality and display elements

1 Zoom
2 Freeze screen display
3 Take a screenshot
4 Configure screen brightness
5 Lock function keys (right rotary knob remains activated for gain)
6 Alarm display Gate 1 (blue)
7 Alarm display Gate 2 (green)
8 Switch device On/Off
9 Displays charge status
10 Five soft keys: functionality depends on current menu item selected

Table 4: Function keys and display elements

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3.6 Screen area

1 2 3 4 5

12 11 10 9 8 7

Reference number Meaning

1 Status line: displays probe name and measurement context
2 Area displays readings taken: variable
3 Date and time of day
4 Displays gain and increment
5 Displays device status
6 Displays measurement status: Operation mode, Measurement mode,
Rectification, PRF, A-scan mode
7 Measurement end (Measurement start + Measurement range)
8 Soft key activated (use left rotary knob to select value)
9 Gate 1 (blue) measuring gate
10 Gate 2 (green)
11 Measurement start
12 Selected menu item (highlighted in red)

Table 5: SONOSCREEN screen area (see also section 3.7 “Status indicators”, p. 15 ff.)

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3.7 Status indicators

3.7.1 Display of readings taken

The display area offers up to 10 data fields (M1 to M7 in the example) that can be
configured individually to output readings or device settings.
M1 M2 M3 M4 M6

M5 M7

The following values can be assigned to any display fields as required:

S1 Sound path in Gate 1

H1 Maximum echo height in Gate 1

ΔS Sound path difference Gate 2 – Gate 1

D1 Flaw depth Gate 1

R1 Reduced projection distance

Vj Reference gain

Ddsr Diameter of equivalent DSR

DSR Disk-shaped reflector

Hk Maximum echo height in Gate 1 over gate threshold,

DGS or DAC curve *

Vr Test sensitivity

c Sound velocity

td Probe delay

S2 Sound path in Gate 2

H2 Maximum echo height in Gate 2

AAWS Measurement *

BAWS Reference gain *

CAWS Damping *

DAWS Flaw class *

FLT Filter

No assignment

*Optional

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3.7.2 Status line

Name of currently active probe

Display of measurement context (see section 7.3 “Entering measurement context”, p. 40)

3.7.3 Function key status indicators

Zoom function is activated

Screen display is frozen

Function keys are locked (soft keys and menu are deactivated;
right rotary knob for gain remains activated)

3.7.4 Device status

Configured gain and increment

Charge status display (10 levels)

Mains power display

Acoustic alarm gate On/Off

USB flash drive inserted

3.7.5 Measurement status display

3.7.5.1 Amplitude evaluation *

DAC Distance Amplitude Correction

DGS Distance Gain Size
AWS AWS D1.1

3.7.5.2 Measurement mode

Pk Peak
Fl Flank
*Optional

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3.7.5.3 Rectification

FW Full (Full-wave)
HW+ Positive half-wave
HW- Negative half-wave
RF Non-rectified signal

3.7.5.4 Operation mode

P/E Pulse - Echo

TT Through transmission
T/R Transmitter - Receiver

3.7.5.5 Pulse repetition frequency (PRF)

Max Max[imum]
Hi High
Med Medium
Lo Low

3.7.5.6 A-scan mode

Normal (without displaying)

Cmp Comparative curve
Env Envelope

3.7.6 Text messages

Green Informational messages

Yellow Warning messages
Red Error messages

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4 Device operation

This section describes device operation for the SONOSCREEN ST10, including:

• Rotary knob functionality

• Soft key functionality

4.1 Functions of the left rotary knob

Operating the left rotary knob is like turning the red selection bar, on which the activated
menu item is shown. The red selection bar is then turned towards the next menu item
above or below.

1. Press the left rotary knob briefly to open a menu or to navigate to the next sub-menu
in a menu.
Press and hold (2–3 seconds) the left rotary knob (or press the right rotary knob
briefly) to navigate up to the next parent menu from a sub-menu.

Please note
If you do not use or navigate within the menu for a while (approx. 30 seconds),
it closes automatically. If you press the left rotary knob briefly, the menu item
last activated is opened once again.
The soft keys associated with the current menu item remain active even if this
item is no longer shown.

2. Turn the left rotary knob clockwise in order to select a menu item below the currently
selected item.
Turn the left rotary knob counter-clockwise in order to select a menu item above the
currently selected item.

1.

2.

Parameters can be configured using the corresponding soft keys assigned (see section
4.4 “Soft key functionality”, p. 23; for special functions, also see section 15 “Menu
hierarchy”, p. 65 f.).

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4.1.1 Navigating within menu items

Menu item with sub-menu: press the left rotary knob

to access the sub-menu.

Menu item with associated function or window for specifying

parameters: press the left rotary knob to execute the function or open
the window.

Menu item without sub-menu.

The soft keys provide functionality for setting values for the various parameters (see
section 4.4 “Soft key functionality”, p. 23).

4.1.2 Change gain with left rotary knob

If the menu is inactive, the gain can be changed with the left rotary knob.

Please note
For adjusting the increment with the right rotary knob, see section 4.2.2.

 Turn the left rotary knob counter-clockwise to increase the value for gain.

 Turn the left rotary knob clockwise to decrease the value for gain.

 The status box shown next to the right rotary knob displays the currently configured
value in dB.

4.2 Functions of the right rotary knob

4.2.1 Change gain with right rotary knob

 Turn the right rotary knob counter-clockwise to decrease the value for gain.

 Turn the right rotary knob clockwise to increase the value for gain.

 The status box shown next to the right rotary knob displays the currently configured
value in dB.

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4.2.2 Adjust increment

To support the operation, the value by which the gain is increased or decreased when
turning the rotary knob, can be adjusted.

1. First, configure the device to increase or decrease the value:

 Turn the right rotary knob briefly counter-clockwise to activate the function “Decrease
value”.

 Turn the right rotary knob briefly clockwise to activate the function “Increase value”.

 The device is saving the direction of rotation for step 2. The described function is
activated if the display shows a changing of gain on the display after the brief turn of the
rotary knob.

2. Change increment:

 Press the right rotary knob to change the increment. The value will be changed in
accordance with the function currently activated, i.e. increase or decrease value.

The following values can be set:

0.0 (this locks out the “Change gain” function); 0.5; 1.0; 2.0; 6.0 or 12.0.

 The status box shown next to the rotary knob displays the current value in the format:
Δ = ±x.x dB. The direction of rotation (increase or decrease value) remains activated after
setting a value.

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4.3 Special rotary knob functions

4.3.1 Changing values in input boxes

1.

2.

1. Turn the right rotary knob, to select a parameter in the list. The red border shows the
activated parameter that can be changed.

2. Turn the left rotary knob, to select a value or to enter values manually, use both rotary
knobs to define values (see next section).

3. Press the soft key “OK” to save the changings and close the window or press
“Cancel” if you do not want to apply the changes.

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4.3.2 Entering text values manually

If you need to enter text values, this has to be done by means of the rotary knobs:

The rotary knobs are used to enter the individual characters.

Press the left rotary knob to change the character set:

1.  Upper case letters  Lower case letters  Symbols 
Numbers  …
Turn the left rotary knob to select a character from the character set
2.  in the currently activated selection box.
Turn the right rotary knob to change the position of the character
3.  selection box within the line.
Press the right rotary knob to delete the character to the left of the
4.  character selection box.

Press
5.
 OK to close the window /
 Cancel if you do not want to use the input entered.

Please note
You do not need to confirm the selection of individual characters. By turning
the right rotary knob, the “character selection box” is moved one step forwards or
backwards.

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4.4 Soft key functionality

Default functions for the 5 soft keys:

•  Meas.Start (set start of measurement)

•  G1 Start (specify start of Gate 1)
•  G1 Length (specify length of Gate 1)
•  G1 Level (define threshold of Gate 1)
•  Meas.Range (determine the measurement range)

These are available from most sub-menus.

Please note
For some items in the sub-menu, soft keys are used to execute other functions
(see “menu hierarchy” overview, section 15, p. 65 f.).

 Press the soft key to activate its associated function and to change its value.

 The menu is de-activated, the soft key box is extended and the currently configured
value is shown underneath it.

 Change the value by rotating or pressing the left rotary knob.

 Press the soft key again to deactivate its function.

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4.5 Gate settings and functionality

4.5.1 Measuring gate functionality

The filled arrow above the gate marks the highest signal amplitude within the gate for the
“Peak” measurement mode and the intersection of Gate and flank for the “Flank”
measurement mode.

The arrow on the right indicates that part of the gate is located outside the displayed
area.

If the arrow on the right is not filled, then the entire gate is outside the displayed area at
the height of the arrow.

Please note
If the gate is located partially or completely off-screen, then no reading can be
taken.

The menu item Measurement settings  Gate 1 offers the following functions for
adjusting the gate:

•  G1 Start (specify start of Gate 1)

•  G1 Length (specify length of Gate 1)
•  G1 Level (define threshold of Gate 1)
•  G1 Logic (define)
•  G1 Alarm (switch On/Off)

The menu item Measurement settings  Gate 2 offers the same functions for
adjusting Gate 2, analogue to Gate 1.

4.5.2 Gate alarm

The gate alarm is signaled using a colored LED associated with the gate:
Gate 1 - blue and Gate 2 - green. (The gate alarm is set using the “Alarm” soft key: see
section 4.5.1 “Measuring gate functionality”).

The gate alarm can also be signaled acoustically. Use the menu item: Device settings 
and  Soft key  Sound to switch this On and Off.

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5 Initial start-up and key device settings

5.1 Monitoring device operation

Caution!
If the device has perceptible damage or if you suspect that it is malfunctioning
and not in perfect working order, take the device out of service immediately.

5.2 Adjusting the grab handle

The grab handle can be rotated completely clockwise or counter-clockwise around the
device. To ensure a secure hold the handle locks in different positions (12 fixed positions
in a distance of 30°)

1. Place down the device and press with the left thumb or index finger on the ring-
shaped metal locking mechanism at the grab handle to loosen it.

2. Keep the locking mechanism pressed and turn the grab handle carefully in the desired
direction.

3. Release the locking mechanism in the desired position.

4. Turn the grab handle slowly forwards or backwards until the locking mechanism
audibly and noticeably snaps on both sides in a fixed position.

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5.3 Mounting the grab handle

Please note
Pay attention to the correct alignment of both pivot pins (see illustration)!

1. Lock the pivot pins on both sides to protect them against unintentional twisting.

2. Align the crew hole and the treaded hole on both sides of the grab handle.

3. Tighten the screws firmly.

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5.4 Charging the battery

The following safety instructions, concerning the integrated battery, have to be followed:

Warning!
The battery can heat up extremely and can cause injuries.
• To charge the device’s rechargeable battery, always use the charger
supplied by SONOTEC. If the charger is damaged, replace only with a new
charger sourced from SONOTEC.
• Batteries must be charged only under supervision. If the device has
perceptible damage, take it out of service immediately.

Caution!
• Switch off the device before charging the battery.
• Extremes of temperature can impair above all the safety but also the lifetime
of the rechargeable battery. Please observe the temperature ranges
specified in the technical datasheet.
•

Please note
If temperatures exceeding 40 °C occur when charging the battery, the charging
current is reduced automatically. This condition is signaled by the red LED
fluctuating in intensity and the charge time will increase.

1. Switch of the device.

2. Plug the charger into the device.

 Color of charge status LED:

 Unlit: The charger has not been connected correctly.

 Red, low brightness level: Charger is connected.

 Red, very bright: The battery is charging.

 Red, intensity fluctuates: Extended charge time, due to higher temperatures.

3. Switch on the device for operation.

 Device status displays mains power.

4. Color of charge status LED:

 Green: Battery is fully charged.

 Unlit: Error during charging.

5. Unplug the charger from the device.

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5.5 Changing the battery

The battery of the device can be replaced, when required.

Warning!
Danger of injury! You could be exposed to high voltage or other serious
hazards.
• The replacement battery has to be obtained from SONOTEC only.
• Remove power from the device by disconnecting the plug from the mains
supply.
• Switch off the device before starting the replacement of battery.
• Do not loosen the screws which connect the housing components. The
device itself does not contain any user-serviceable parts.
• Ensure the correct placement in the compartment when replacing the
battery. The connectors can only be put back to the compartment without
defect if the alignment has been chosen correctly.

Tools:

Hexagon wrench M5 for grab handle and M3 for protective frame

Phillips head screwdriver for battery compartment lid

1. Loosen the grab handle with the hexagon wrench and remove it.

2. Loosen the left protective frame with the hexagon wrench and remove it.

Please note
To ensure a secure hold of the protective frame, it is firmly fixed on the device
housing and is difficult to detach. Pull the protective frame carefully but firmly to
the side.

3. Loosen the battery compartment lid

on the left side and remove it.

4. Carefully pull the connectors out of the

battery compartment and loosen them.

5. Replace the battery in the

compartment. (See the alignment
in the picture)

6. Mount the battery compartment lid, the

protective frame and the grab handle
again.

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5.6 Setting the language

From the menu, select the menu item:


 Device settings  Language  [Language]
to choose a desired language.
 The menu item closes and the device operation can be continued
in the chosen language.

Please note
If the desired language cannot be selected, the device can be set to default
values (language is English) be pressing softkey 1 and 5 at the same time while
switching on the device.

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5.7 Adjusting the screen

The screen settings can be adjusted to suit individual requirements – such as e.g.
extreme lighting conditions – as follows. Setting screen brightness to a low level and
using the “Default” color scheme helps to save energy and avoid frequent charges.

5.7.1 Adjusting screen brightness

Press the Screen brightness function key.

  The value currently configured for screen brightness is increased
by 10% every time the key is pressed. A message such as
“Screen brightness at 50%.” displays the current value.

Or

From the menu, select the menu item

1.
 Device settings 

2. Press  Brightness to change the parameter.

3.
 Turn the left rotary knob to change the value for screen brightness.

4. Press the soft key again to deactivate its function.

5.7.2 Adjusting the color scheme

From the menu, select the menu item

1.
 Device settings 

2. Press  Color scheme.

Turn the left rotary knob to choose between “Scheme 1” to

3.
 “Scheme 6”.
 The corresponding color scheme will be displayed.

4. Press the soft key again to deactivate its function.

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5.8 Configuring the time of day

Before starting any test procedure, the current date and the time of day should be
configured. This is because all screenshots are stored with a timestamp to ensure they
can be identified uniquely.

From the menu, select the menu item

1.
 Device settings  Date / Time

Press
2.
 Year,
 Month,
 Day,
 Hour or
 Minute
to select the parameter to be changed.

3.
 Turn the left rotary knob to change the value.

4. Press the corresponding soft key again to deactivate the respective

function.

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6 Pre-test preparations

Please note
The changes as described below will invalidate a DGS / DAC / AWS curve that
has already been recorded. Relevant text messages warn you of this fact
before and after changing the values.

6.1 Attaching the probe

Please note
Please note the predefined position for the plugs
(see section 3.4 “Device in- and outputs (optional), rotary knobs”, p. 12).

The probe can be inserted into the respective sockets using the corresponding cable, and
can be removed again simply by pulling the connector.

If the probe has been used before, and a probe record already exists, then it must now be
selected as the active probe (see section 7.1.3, p. 37). If this is the first time the probe
has been connected, then a new record must be created in the device (see section 7.1.1,
p. 34).

6.2 Specifying measurement settings

6.2.1 Signal settings: Transmitter

From the menu, select the menu item

1.
 Signal  Transmitter

Press
2.
 Voltage,
 PRF (pulse repetition frequency),
 Shunt or
 Pulse width
to select the parameter to be changed.

3.
 Turn the left rotary knob to change the value.

4. Press the corresponding soft key again to deactivate the respective

function.

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6.2.2 Signal settings: Receiver

From the menu, select the menu item

1.
 Signal  Receiver

Press
2.
 Rectification,
 Filter or
 Noise suppr.
to select the parameter to be changed.

3.
 Turn the left rotary knob to change the value.

Press the corresponding soft key again to deactivate the respective

4. function.
 For the “Rectification” parameter, the currently selected value is
output on the “Measurement status display”.

6.2.3 Selecting the measurement mode, Operating mode and A-scan-mode

From the menu, select the menu item

1.
 Measurement settings 

Press
2.
 Measurement mode
 Operation mode
 A-scan mode
to select the parameter to be changed.

3.
 Turn the left rotary knob to change the value.

Press the corresponding soft key again to deactivate the respective

4. function.
 The currently selected values are output on the “Measurement
status display”.

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7 SONOSCREEN ST10 test settings

The following subsections provide all of the information relevant for the test procedure as
regards configuring

• the probe;
• the test object;
• execution of distance calibration and
• execution of sensitivity calibration.

Once these have been configured in accordance with the sequence as described, the
device is optimally prepared for the test procedure.

7.1 Probe settings

7.1.1 Creating a probe record

From the menu, select the menu item

1.
 Test  Probe  Create new probe 

Press the left rotary knob.

2.
  The “Create new probe” window opens.

3.
 Turn the right rotary knob to select the Probe name parameter.

Press the left rotary knob.

4.
  The “Probe name” window opens.

5. Enter the probe name (see section 4.3.2 “Entering text values
manually”, p. 22).

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Press
6.
 OK to close the window /
 Cancel if you do not want to apply any changes.

7.
 Turn the right rotary knob to select other parameters.

8.
 Turn the left rotary knob to change the value.

Extra function (not available for all parameters):

 Press the left rotary knob to choose between fixed values.

Press
9.
 OK to close the window /
 Cancel if you do not want to apply any changes.

After creating a record for a new probe, this is then set to be the active probe and is
displayed in the status line.

A new probe record can also be created via the menu item Manage probes:
Test  Probe  Manage Probes 
 Soft key  Add (creates a probe record named “New”)
 Soft key  Edit (opens the “Probe settings” window).

7.1.2 Filter

For each standard SONOSCAN probe an appropriate filter is predefined in the probe
settings. When creating a new probe, an appropriate filter has to be defined.
By choosing a probe, the value for filter is set automatically. The value for filter can be
also defined via the corresponding menu item (see 6.2.2 Signal settings: Receiver).

Warning!
Danger of wrong settings!
• Changing via the menu item “filter” will overwrite the values in the “Probe
settings”. Make sure, that the values are correct before testing!
•

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7.1.3 Deleting a probe record

Please note
You cannot delete probe records stored in the device or the active probe. The
corresponding soft key is unavailable when selecting the probe.

From the menu, select the menu item

1.
 Test  Probe  Manage Probes 
 The “Manage Probes” window opens.

2.
 Turn the right rotary knob to select the probe you want.

Press  Delete to delete the selected probe.

3.
 The selected probe is deleted from the list.

4. Press  Exit to close the window.

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7.1.4 Selecting a probe

From the menu, select the menu item

1.
 Test  Probe  Select probe  [Probe name] 

Press the left rotary knob to select the probe you want.
2.
  The menu item closes and the current probe is displayed in the
status line.

If a DGS / DAC / AWS curve was recorded previously and the probe has now been
changed, the message “DGS [DAC / AWS] curve invalidated” alerts the user to the fact
that the curve must be rerecorded.

7.1.5 Changing the probe settings

From the menu, select the menu item

1.
 Test  Probe  Probe settings 

Press the left rotary knob

2.
  The “Probe settings” window opens.

Please note
The window is also available from: menu item Manage Probes :
 Soft key  Edit.

3.
 Turn the right rotary knob to select parameters.

4. Turn the left rotary knob to change the value for the selected
 parameter.

Extra function (not available for all parameters):

 Press the left rotary knob to choose between fixed values.

Press
5.
 OK to close the window /
 Cancel if you do not want to apply the changes.

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7.1.6 Managing Probes

From the menu, select the menu item

1.
 Test  Probe  Manage Probes 

Press the left rotary knob

2.
  The “Manage Probes” window opens.

3.
 Turn the right rotary knob to select a probe.

Press
4.
 Add to create a new probe record.
 Delete to delete the probe.
 Edit to open the window “Probe settings”.
 Select to choose the probe for testing.

5. Press  Exit to close the window.

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7.2 Test object settings

7.2.1 Changing sound speed, object sound attenuation, thickness or

diameter

From the menu, select the menu item

1.  Test  Test object 

Press
2.
 Sound speed,
 Obj. sound att.,
 Thickness or
 Diameter
to select the parameter to be changed.

3.
 Turn the left rotary knob to change the value.

4. Press the corresponding soft key again to deactivate the respective

function.

7.2.2 Storing or deleting material records in the device

From the menu, select the menu item

1.  Test  Test object  Manage materials 
 The “Manage materials” window opens.

Press
2.
 Add to store a new material record,
 Select to choose a material for testing.
For newly created materials:
Press
 Delete to delete the material,
 Edit to adjust the values for the selected material.
 The “Edit material” window opens.

3. Press  Exit to close the window.

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7.3 Entering measurement context

Here, you can store parameters related to the test, information about the test object, test
personnel details or information about the probe (serial number), for example.

From the menu, select the menu item

1.
 Test  Enter measurement context 

Press the left rotary knob.

2.
  The “Measurement context” window opens.

Press
3.
 OK to display the changes /
 Cancel if you do not want to apply the changes.

Please note
The number of characters you can enter is limited to 64. Content is saved, but
there is less space available in the status line.

7.4 Distance adjustment

Use the menu path

1.  Test  Distance adjustment  Calibration block 
to select your chosen reference object.
 The device automatically applies the values for
reference position 1 and 2.

Please note
You can also enter the reference positions manually:
The corresponding soft keys are available from the menu item
Distance adjustment :
  Ref. position 1
  Ref. position 2.

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7.4.1 Performing adjustment

From the menu, select the menu item

2.  Test  Distance adjustment  Perform adjustment 

Press the left rotary knob.

3.
  The necessary functions are now available via the soft keys:
 G1 Start,
 G1 Length,
 Set Ref1,
 Set Ref2 or
 Cancel.

4. Adjust Gate 1 with the help of the soft keys and the left rotary knob
 on top of the first reference echo.

Press  Set Ref1 to set Reference 1.

5.
 The info message “Reference 1 set.” appears and the
corresponding soft key is deactivated.

Adjust Gate 1 with the help of the soft keys and the left rotary knob
6.
 on top of the second reference echo.

Press  Set Ref2 to set Reference 2.

7.
 The info message “Reference 2 set.” appears.
The corresponding soft key is deactivated and the soft key
 Cancel changes its function to finish the calibration: “Done”.
Press  Done to complete the procedure.
8.
 Distance calibration is performed and the info message
“Distance calibration complete.” appears.

Sound speed and probe delay are adjusted automatically. The probe delay is applied to
the current probe.

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7.4.2 Perform Distance adjustment manually

From the menu, select the menu item:

1.  Test  Distance adjustment  Manual distance adjustment 

Please note
When the manual distance adjustment is activated, the values for S1, S2 as well
as ΔS are adapted for the adjustment. After the performance the values are
reset to the values that have been set previously.

2. Adjust Gate 1 with the help of the soft keys and the left rotary knob
 on top of the first reference echo.

3. Adjust Gate 2 with the help of the soft keys and the left rotary knob
 on top of the second reference echo.

Press
4.
 Probe delay to change the value.

Press
5.
 Sound speed to change the value.

Press
6.
 Done to complete the procedure.

7.5 Sensitivity adjustment

Please note
If parameters that invalidate the DGS, DAC or AWS curve are altered in the
device at a later point in time, the user is alerted by the message:
“DGS [DAC / AWS] curve has been invalidated” and the curve must be
rerecorded.
Please verify that all the device settings and settings for the probe or test object
have been configured before calibration takes place

Please note
The measurement mode has to be set to “Peak”. A sensitivity adjustment with
the mode “Flank” is not possible.

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7.5.1 Amplitude evaluation by DGS curve (optional)

From the menu, select the menu item

1.
 Test  Sensitivity adjustment  DGS 
Set DGS reference 

2. Press  Ref. echo type to specify the reference echo.

Turn the left rotary knob to select the type you want.
3.
  For DSR and side-drilled holes, an additional soft key for
specifying the diameter is shown in each case.

4. Press  Ref. echo type to specify the reference echo.

Press
5.
 DSR Reference or
 SDH Reference
to specify the size of the diameter for the DSR or the side-drilled
hole.

6.
 Turn the left rotary knob to select the value you want.

7. Press  Ref. sound att. to specify the sound attenuation for the
reference object.

8.
 Turn the left rotary knob to select the value you want.

9. Press  Ref. sound att. again to save your changes.

Press the left rotary knob 2x to activate the menu, select the menu
10.
 item
Test  Sensitivity adjustment  DGS 
Set DGS reference 
and confirm it.

11. Adjust Gate 1 with the help of the soft keys  G1 Start and
  G1 Length and the left rotary knob on top of the first echo.

Press  Done to confirm your settings.

12.
 The info message “Sensitivity adjustment performed with
Back wall [Disc shaped reflector (Ø) / Side-drilled hole].”
indicates that adjustment was successful.
The DGS curve is displayed and the maximum echo height Hk
is output to the corresponding reading display field. Hk indicates the
relative value in relation to the DGS curve in the vicinity of Gate 1.
The selected evaluation method is output to the “Measurement
status display”.

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The soft keys

13.
 Transf.correction,
 Ampl.correction,
 DSR size and
 Obj. sound att.
can subsequently be used to adjust the curve to the test object and
reference object.

7.5.2 Amplitude evaluation by DAC curve (optional)

7.5.2.1 Create new DAC curve

From the menu, select the menu item

1.
 Test  Sensitivity adjustment  DAC 
Create new curve 

2. Adjust Gate 1 with the help of the soft keys and the left rotary knob
 on top of the first echo.

Press  Add to set a grid point.

3.
 The curve is displayed over the first echo.

4. Adjust Gate 1 with the help of the soft keys and the left rotary knob
 on top of another echo.

Press  Add to set another grid point.

5.
 The curve is adjusted to fit the next grid point.

The procedure can be repeated for additional echoes. The points can also be deleted.

6. Turn the left rotary knob to select a grid point.

  The active grid point is displayed as a red dot on the curve.

Press  Delete to delete the grid point.

7.
 The point is deleted and the corrected curve is displayed.

Press Done to save the curve.

8.
The DAC curve is displayed and the maximum echo height Hk
is output to the corresponding reading display field. The value
references the excess or shortfall in terms of the DGS curve in the
vicinity of Gate 1.
The selected evaluation method is output to the “Measurement
status display”.

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7.5.2.2 Subsequent editing of the DAC curve

From the menu, select the menu item

1.
 Test  Sensitivity adjustment  DAC 
Edit curve 

2. Adjust Gate 1 with the help of the soft keys and the left rotary knob
 on top of an echo.

Press  Add to set a grid point.

3.
 The curve is adjusted to fit.

OR

2. Turn the left rotary knob to select any grid point.

  The active grid point is displayed as a red dot on the curve.

Press  Delete to delete the grid point.

3.
 The point is deleted and the corrected curve is displayed.

4. Press  Done to finish making changes to the curve.

7.5.2.3 Switching TCG on and off

Note
Basis for the evaluation is always a valid DAC curve.

From the menu, select the menu item

1.
 Test  Sensitivity adjustment  DAC

2. Press  TCG to change the setting.

3.
 Turn the left rotary knob to select between On or Off.

4. Press the soft key again to deactivate the function.

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7.5.3 Multi curve display for DAC and DGS (optional)

From the menu, select the menu item

1.
 Test  Sensitivity adjustment  DAC  or DGS 
Multi curve display 

Press the left rotary knob

2.
  The necessary functions are now available via the soft keys:
 Aux. curves,
 Curve 1,
 Curve 2,
 Curve 3 or
 Curve 4.
Press  Aux. curves to activate or deactivate the auxiliary curves.
3.
 The curves are shown or hidden for DGS and DAC.

Press
4.
 Curve 1 to
 Curve 4 to separately adjust or hide (0.0 dB) the individual
curves.

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7.5.4 Amplitude Evaluation by AWS D1.1 (optional)

From the menu, select the menu item

1.
 Test  Sensitivity adjustment  AWS D1.1 
Set AWS reference 

2. Adjust the first reference echo at approx. 50 % of full screen height.

3. Adjust Gate 1 with the help of the soft keys and the left rotary knob
 on top of the first echo.

Press  Done to set the reference.

4.
 The info message “AWS reference (xx.x dB, xx %) set.”
indicates that adjustment was successful.
The AWS curve is displayed and the selected evaluation method is
output to the “Measurement status display”.

7.5.5 Loading DAC / DGS / AWS curves

If device settings are stored for a specific test procedure, then this will also affect the
corresponding details for the DGS, DAC and AWS evaluation. When the setup file is
loaded, all of the settings in the device are overwritten with the data items stored in the
.setup file.

To load setup data, see Section 8.5 “Loading settings”, p. 52.

7.5.6 Switching off DAC / DGS / AWS

From the menu, select the menu item


 Test  Sensitivity adjustment 
Switch off DAC/AVG/AWS 
 The following message appears, whose wording depends on the
current evaluation method:
“DGS [DAC / AWS] curve has been invalidated”.

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7.6 A-scan mode

7.6.1 Display of comparison curve

From the menu, select the menu item

1.
 Measurement settings 

Press
2.
 A-scan mode
to change the mode.

3.
 Turn the left rotary knob to change the value to “Comparison”.

Press the soft key again to deactivate the respective function.

4.
 The A-scan mode is output on the “Measurement status display”.

Press the function key Freeze screen display for several seconds
5. to record the reference curve.
 The info message “Comparison A-scan recorded.”
indicates that the recording was successful.
The curve is displayed in light green.

Please note
Changing of related parameters invalidates the curve. After switching of the
device, the A-scan mode is saved but the curve has to be recorded again.

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7.6.2 Display of envelope

From the menu, select the menu item

1.
 Measurement settings 

Press
2.
 A-scan mode
to change the mode.

3.
 Turn the left rotary knob to change the value to “Envelope”.

Press the soft key again to deactivate the respective function.

4.
 The envelope is displayed in light blue.
The A-scan mode is output on the “Measurement status display”.

Please note
Changing of related parameters invalidates the curve. After switching of the
device, the A-scan mode is saved and the curve is built up again after switching
on the device.

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8 Managing A-scans and data

8.1 Taking and storing screenshots

Please note
Before taking the screenshot, ensure that the date and time of day are correctly
configured in the device (see section 5.8, p. 31). The images are marked with a
timestamp with which they can be uniquely identified.

8.1.1 Screenshot specifications

The following storage options for screenshots are available:

Internal: Image data is stored in the device
External/Internal: Image data is stored on a USB flash drive if a drive is connected;
if no USB flash drive is connected, image data is stored in the
device.
External: Image data is stored on a USB flash drive if a drive is connected.

Probe data or setups will always be stored internally. For export or import of data see
chapter 8.6 Transferring screenshots and data.

From the menu, select the menu item

1.  Storage 

Press
2.
 Data index,
 Storage mode or
 Image format
to select the parameter to be changed.

Please note
When specifying the Data index, folders that already contain data are marked
with an asterisk – e.g. 000*.

3.
 Turn the left rotary knob to change the value.

4. Press the soft key again to deactivate its function.

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8.1.2 Taking a screenshot

Press the function key Take screenshot.

  The screenshot is taken and is stored with its associated data
using the data index previously specified (see previous section).

Please note
If the storage mode “External” is selected, but no USB flash drive is connected,
then no screenshot is taken and the message “Error! External storage mode
requires external storage medium!” appears.
 Insert a USB flash drive or change the storage type as described in section
8.1.1 on p. 50 and press the function key again to take the screenshot.

8.2 Viewing screenshots and loading associated setups

The directory associated with the data index must be selected; otherwise the function will
not be active.

From the menu, select the menu item

1.
 Storage  View screenshots 
 The stored screenshots are displayed.

2.
 Turn the left rotary knob to switch between the screenshots.

3.
 Press the right/left rotary knob or a soft key to exit from the menu.

Please note
The setup corresponding to the screenshot can be loaded by pressing the
Take screenshot function key.

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8.3 Deleting screenshots

Caution!
Please verify that you have backed up all important data before continuing with
the following procedure.

From the menu, select the menu item

1.
 Storage  Clear working folder 

Press the left rotary knob to confirm deleting the contents of the
2.
 directory in the current data index.
 The following message appears: “If you really want to clear the
working folder, please press ʼOKʼ.”.
Press
3.
 OK to delete the data in the working folder /
 Cancel if you do not want to delete the data.

8.4 Saving settings

From the menu, select the menu item

1.
 Storage  Setup  Save 

Press the left rotary knob.

2.
  The window “Setup name” opens.

3. Enter the setup name (see section 4.3.2 “Entering text values
manually”, p. 22).

Press  OK to deactivate the function

4.
 All parameters are stored to the device /
Press  Cancel if you do not want to apply any changes.

8.5 Loading settings

From the menu, select the menu item

1.
 Storage  Setup  Load 
 The window “Load” opens.

2.
 Turn the right rotary knob to select a file.

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Press  OK to load a .setup file.

3.
 After loading the setup, the device is ready to perform your
chosen test procedure.

The message (settings-dependent) “Sensitivity adjustment performed with Back wall

/ DSR / Side drilled hole.” indicates that the data of the sensitivity calibration has been
loaded again. With an identical probe, the device is immediately ready to perform this
specialized procedure.

Key settings can be viewed immediately via the status line, the display of the device
status and the measurement status display.

Please note
If a USB flash drive is connected, an additional soft key  External or Internal
is available: this enables the selection of a setup file from the USB drive.

8.6 Transferring screenshots and data

1.
 Connect the USB flash drive.

From the menu, select the menu item

2.
 Storage  Transfer 
Internal - External  or External - Internal 
 The window “Transfer settings” opens.

3.
 Turn the right rotary knob to select one of the data types.

Press the right rotary knob to confirm transfer for the selected data
4.
 type.
 A cross indicates that this type of data will be transferred.

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Press
5.
 OK to confirm the data transfer /
 Cancel if you do not want to transfer the data.
 The data items are then copied and transfer progress is indicated
by the message “Transfer of user data running … x/xx”.

Caution!
Risk of data loss. Always wait until all data items on the
USB flash drive have been copied. This is indicated by the message
“Transfer of user data finished!”
Only then you may remove the USB drive.

6.
 Unplug the USB drive from the device.

Data is stored on the USB flash drive as follows:

Sonoscreen

Data

000

YYYY-MM-DD-hh-mm-ss.csv

YYYY-MM-DD-hh-mm-ss.png (A-scan as PNG or JPG)

YYYY-MM-DD-hh-mm-ss.setup

001

Probes

“File name”.probe (PROBE file with probe settings)

Setup

“File name”.setup (SETUP file with all device settings)

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8.7 Resetting to factory settings

Caution!
Please verify that you have backed up all important settings before continuing
with the following procedure.

From the menu, select the menu item

1.
 Device settings  Reset parameters 

Press the left rotary knob to confirm the deletion of all settings.
2.
  All configuration parameters are reset to their default values.

Please note
All of these items
• Screenshots and associated files (xxx.csv; xxx.setup)
• Stored probe records
• Stored material records
• Stored settings (xxx.setup)
are retained.

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9 Software “ST10 Report Generator”

9.1 Installing software

The software “ST10 Report Generator” can be found on the supplied USB stick.

1. Start the file ST10-Report-Generator-Setup-x.x.x_FW.exe.

2. Select the language for the Setup Wizard and click on “OK”.

3. Click on “Next”, fill out the fields in the following window and continue with “Next”.

4. Specify the target folder for the installation and click “Next” again.

5. Define the specifications for the creation of desktop icons and confirm with “Next”.

 The Setup Wizard summarizes all settings for the following installation.

6. Check the settings and start with “Install”.

 The installation process is shown.

7. Exit the setup wizard by clicking on “Finish”.

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9.2 Transferring data from SONOSCREEN ST10 to computer

The data can be transferred per USB stick or loaded directly from the flaw detector.

Please note
To create a report all to the A-scan belonging data need to be transferred:
• JJJJ-MM-TT-hh-mm-ss.csv
• JJJJ-MM-TT-hh-mm-ss.png (A-scan as PNG or JPG)
• JJJJ-MM-TT-hh-mm-ss.setup
Out of the corresponding content the protocol is generated.

If the data should be transferred directly from the device, the device driver has to be
installed first. The required files and the description for installation can be found on the
supplied USB stick.

9.3 Activating the license for Report Generator

Please note
The activating of the license is always being done the first time the software
is started. For this purpose the device driver has to be installed before
(see descriptions in the Installation Guide)
The activation of the license is coupled with the serial number of one device.

1. Start the software.

2. Connect the device.

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 The serial number of the device will be entered automatically into the input field.

3. Enter the entire menu path of the license file (alternatively browse for the file).

4. Complete the licensing by clicking on „Finish“.

 Report generator will open ready for use.

9.4 Generating a report

1. Start the software.

 All connected devices will be shown in the navigation area.

2. Connect the SONSOCREEN ST10 or the USB-Stick.

Please note
The devices – SONOSCREEN ST10 or the USB-Stick – will be identified
automatically

3. Click on “Refresh” (below the navigation area) to display all devices and folders.

4. Search the needed A-scan in the navigation area. (By clicking, the relevant A-scan will
be loaded into the screenshot area.)

5. If desired, click on “Invert for printing” below the screenshot area.

6. Fill in the user data via the appropriate tab.

7. Print the report with “File”  “Print protocol”.

The current application state is stored when closing the application.

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10 Troubleshooting

Problem Probable cause Resolution

The USB flash drive The size of the RAM on the Use the USB flash drive
is not recognized. drive is too large. supplied by SONOTEC or
a drive with a comparable
RAM size (4 GB).

The USB flash drive is Use the USB flash drive

wrongly formatted. supplied by SONOTEC or
a drive with the same
format type (FAT32 or
exFAT).

The device cannot be The battery is empty. Connect the device to

switched on. mains power to charge the
battery.

Menu item in Some menu items are activated Consult the appropriate
the menu hierarchy only if corresponding settings section in the Operating
is greyed-out have been correctly configured Manual to check whether
(inactive). in the device. all device settings have
been configured correctly.

Example: “View screenshots” A folder containing

screenshots has been
selected under “Data
index”

Table 6: Troubleshooting overview

If you encounter errors or problems that you cannot resolve, please contact the
manufacturer. Please provide a description of the error as well as the system information
stored in the device (see also “Device settings” page 11).

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11 Installing device options subsequently (Licenses)

All devices are delivered ex works with device options according to the purchase order.
Other options can be delivered in addition with a new license and stored in the device.

Please note
The overwriting of the license file is only possible with the valid serial number
and the device ID. If the numbers of device and license file are not identical, the
device options cannot be installed.

1. Store the license file on the SONOSTICK under SONOSCREEN / Licenses.

2. Connect the SONOSTICK with the device.

From the menu, select the menu item:

1.
 Device settings  License installation 

Press the left rotary knob to install a new license.

2.
  The info message “License installation done.” Shows that the
installation was successful.

3. Restart the device to make sure, that the installed device options
 are available.

Please note
All installed device options can now be seen under
Device settings  System information

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12 Cleaning and maintenance

The SONOSCREEN ST10 is largely maintenance-free.

Warning!
Danger of injury! You could be exposed to high voltage or other hazards.
• Do not open the device. It does not contain any user-serviceable parts.
• Do not immerse the device in liquids when cleaning it.
• Do not use any highly corrosive detergents or scouring agents.

If it needs cleaning, the device can be wiped down using a standard commercially
available microfiber cloth.

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13 Transportation and Storage

For transporting Li-Ion batteries special rules with regard to packaging and labeling apply.
Contact SONOTEC if you want to send back the device for repairs or service operations.

Warning!
Danger of injury or damage as a result of improper transport possible.
• If the device has perceptible damage, dispatch it only after consulting with
SONOTEC.
•

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14 Disposal

Electrical and electronic equipment can pose serious health and environmental risks if it
is not properly disposed of. For this reason it must not be disposed of in domestic waste
according to WEEE directive 2012/19/EU (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
Directive) but separately at designated collection points or has to be sent back to the
manufacturer.

The following symbol on the device refers to the legal obligation in Germany to arrange a
separate disposal for electronic equipment. It has to be handled according to specific
processes (e.g. concerning the batteries or circuit boards) to ensure a safe,
environmentally-friendly recycling or the separate disposal of different device
components.

The taking back of used equipment is regulated differently in the various countries and
regions. Consult the local authorities and other competent public authorities to inform
yourself about the taking back conditions of commercially used electrical equipment.

The device and also the battery do not contain harmful substances that have to be
labelled separately regarding the disposal as mercury (Hg), cadmium (Cd), lead (Pb) or
hexavalent chromium (e.g. in galvanized parts or circuit boards).

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15 Menu hierarchy

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