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1. gt _7 1007 Erasing Done Figure 4 12 Erase all progress screen 4 6 Quick memory menu Mem key Touch on the measuring screen to open the quick memory menu i 8 Jas IF 28 9 oe X Label If Close Seletel V Time If Auto I Manu Figure 4 13 Quick memory menu options 53 Chapter 4 QC5 User Manual In each quick memory menu screen three options are displayed To access these options use the ESENES keys To change memory screens use the key as seen on figure 4 13 Options in the first quick access memory screen Label Allows you to tag a value with a number from 0 to 65535 so that it can be easily identified in the grid that you open in DataCenter Tags are not seen in the grids displayed in the unit Close Close the current file and opens a new one Delete Delete the last stored value Options in the second quick access memory screen Time Inserts the time when the value was stored Auto Activates the auto capture mode Manu Activates the manual capture mode 4 7 Connect to PC with DataCenter Connect Touch Touch to exit and cancel the connection on Connect to enter the waiting to connect mode onnect pr Connect For ALL rll r3 CSSSASS LSS Fi Les Connect USB Configure gt Yio reat Figure 4 14 Connecting to a PC Chapter 4 54 QC5 User Manual With the unit in waiting to connect make sure that the USB or the RS232 cable dep2. Hil Inch ra Touch to select the unit Touch cay to save and exit this menu Figure 3 7 Unit options menu 3 2 2 Alarm Settings Alarms The QC5 has high and low alarm conditions that alert the operator when the measurement is greater than the value set for the high alarm and or when the measurement falls below the value set for the low alarm 27 Chapter 3 QC5 User Manual Touch on Alarms to open the alarm menu options Touch on High or Low to open the Low 88 8 numbers editor where you can set alarm values using the cursor keys Touch to save the alarm value that you entered and to return to the previous menu Beep Screen Light 0 Figure 3 8 Alarm menu options Alarm types that you can choose include Beep Audible intermittent alarm type Screen Visible alarm that causes measurements to be displayed in dotted instead of regular numbers Light Visible alarm that activates the display backlight illumination causing it to flash 3 2 3 Select language Language Touch on language which is also identified with a flag to view available language options Use the cursor keys to navigate available nglish language options and touch to select Spanish Oo 0 Portuguese Touch to save and exit this menu Figure 3 9 Language menu options Chapter 3 28 QC5 User Manual 3 2 4 Unit information Unit Info Select Unit Info to view information including owner data as well as the
3. mode 1 and mode 2 Chapter 2 10 QC5 User Manual _ ee o e S Oy UE ee A 11 12 13 14 15 Maximum thickness value within the group Minimum thickness value within the group Average within the group Active calibration mode Page 15 Actual coating thickness measurement Battery level indicator Type of base icon FE NF A Page 14 Probe measuring icon probe on sample High alarm indicator Page 26 Average within group represented graphically Low alarm indicator Page 26 Reference value Y axis Histogram bars representing individual values Average deviation within the group Range within the group Max Min 2 3 Numerical measuring screen Large Numbers Measurements are displayed in large numbers with less complimentary information This mode is used for quick and easy readings o 98 55 je o 98 7 He 98 7 ENO Figure 2 3 Numerical measuring screen large numbers 11 Chapter 2 QC5 User Manual 1 Number of N values counter indicator for real time group statistics Average within the group Actual coating thickness measurement Probe measuring icon probe on sample Type of base icon FE NF A User selected unit Active calibration mode O NOAM RB WD Battery level indicator 2 4 Keypad functions in all measuring screens Keys in all measuring screens have the following functions Stat Touch to generate real time statistics based on the number of N st
4. Base Shim 1 or Shim 2 Text indicating required action OY A eS Calibration mode page 15 When base measurements are taken the screen will show the number of measurements and the average value for those measurements The first line shows the number of es measurements followed by the value of the n3 B 2pn0 last measurement The second line shows the X 1 340 average for the number of measurements that Fe Shia I you already took Figure 2 8 Number of samples in base calibration screen Chapter 2 16 QC5 User Manual The graphic representation of the type of base is also indicative of the base condition When dirt corrosion and or other surface irregularities are present on the base material the graphic will turn less uniform Sharper teeth mean less uniformity of the base material FE FE FE FE FE ene Base Irregularity Figure 2 9 Base material condition indicator On figure 2 8 Shim appears on the unit screen Touch to end the base calibration and continue the calibration procedure using one or more shims of a known thickness values The shim option will not appear if the calibration mode is set to Base Only Important Y When the probe is placed on the test piece simple the probe action indicator represented by an arrow gets w converted to a sand watch Here you need to maintain the probe on the test piece until the arrow asking you to raise the probe appears on the unit dis
5. Figure 1 2 Unit connectors 1 Probe connector type Lemo OB 2 USB mini connector to connect to PC using a USB cable Chapter 1 2 QC5 User Manual 1 2 Install and replace batteries The QC5 is powered by 2 two AA batteries that are placed in the battery compartment located in the back of the unit To gain access to the battery compartment slide the cover as shown in figure 1 3 1 and gently push the extraction ribbon upward and slightly towards the right to release the batteries figure 1 3 2 When you install new batteries first insert the positive end of each battery so that it coincides with the positive pole inside the battery compartment as you see in figure 1 4 1 Always leave the extraction ribbon underneath the batteries AA Size 1 ay hi Extraction Ribbon Sai AA Size 1 5V l AGL 8ziS Ww Battery compartment cover Figure 1 3 Removing batteries 3 Chapter 1 QC5 User Manual AS i azis vy EE Battery compartment cover Figure 1 4 Replace Insert batteries Notes Always use new alkaline top brand batteries for extended battery life Do not mix new and old batteries Always replace both batteries Rechargeable batteries type NiMH can be used but will result in less time of continuous operation Chapter 1 4 QC5 User Manual Do not remove batteries while the unit is powered as this may affect the Datalogger See Appendix Additional
6. Selecting fixed batch Fix Batch When the Fix Batch option is enabled the unit automatically closes a batch and opens a new one when the number of values set in the histogram is reached If this option is disabled values are stored in a batch until it is manually closed Batch option when you touch the Mem key from the measuring screen Touch to enable or to disable this option 4 9 Advanced configuration Advanced StoEvery 1 sx Touch on Advanced to access the History advanced configuration options menu for the Clock Off Datalogger Figure 4 18 Advanced configuration options menu 4 9 1 Store every N number of samples Sto Every Touch on Sto Every to set the number of measurements done by the unit before a value measurement is actually stored in the Datalogger when Continuous capture mode is enabled page 56 4 9 2 Record unit settings History When you enable history the Datalogger will register unit settings for each measurement that is stored Information such as type of base and calibration are stored along with the thickness value This data can only be viewed in a PC using DataCenter Chapter 4 58 QC5 User Manual When history is enabled the unit memory capacity decreases as more data is stored Touch on History to enable or disable this option and touch O to exit 4 9 3 Record date and time Clock Touch on Clock to set the time and date options that will be recorded by the Datalogger ea
7. at any given time so whenever a new file is created if a file was already open the file that was open will be closed Once a file has been closed it cannot be reopened and new values can no longer be stored In closed files values can only be viewed Whenever you create a new file and another file is already open a warning screen will ask if you want to close the last file Touch to confirm that you want to close Harning the open file to create open a new one or touch to cancel and return to the menu Figure 4 4 Close file confirmation screen 4 4 Actions over single files Touch on any file that is not empty and a menu will open with all of the options of what you can to do that file ee ieu data ry Send Renane Size 184 Figure 4 5 Individual file menu options Chapter 4 48 QC5 User Manual 4 4 1 View data in a single file View Dota Touch on View Data to view the contents of the file Touch to exit the file Figure 4 6 File view in grid format To move inside the grid use the cursor keys Touch on a value to open a histogram that includes that same value as well as the values included in the foregoing cells within that column Touch Eag to exit and return to the grid A Cells 1a 8 Figure 4 7 Columns histogram High and low hardness alarms appear in the histogram as dotted horizontal lines 49 Chapter 4 QC5 User Manual 4 4 2 The Q key in a grid Touch to op
8. 28 x 64 pixels with LED backlight illumination and contrast adjustment Appendix QC5 User Manual Keypad Touch sense with no mechanical parts and sensitivity adjustment Battery life 100 hours with 2 each type AA batteries Operating 10 C to 50 C temperature Enclosure High impact ABS with rubber sides Size is 78x117 x24 mm Weight 200 g with batteries Probes QCS101 F NF C specifications Measuring principle Measuring range Resolution Materials Ferrous Materials Non Ferrous Min base thickness Min convex radius Min concave radius Min sample Probe dimensions Probe weight Magnetic induction Eddy current O to 1500 um O to 60 Mil 0 to 99 9 um 0 1 um Above 100 um 1 um 0 to 4 99 Mil 0 01 Mil Above 5 0 Mil 0 1 Mil Iron Steel Magnetic Stainless Steel Aluminum Copper Bronze Brass 0 1mm Non Ferrous 0 3mm Ferrous 2 mm Ferrous 5 mm Non Ferrous 25 mm Ferrous Non Ferrous 5mm 12x92 mm 50 g aprox Except in 1 Point and Only Base calibration modes where errors could be greater To obtain better results calibrate using shim values that are as close as possible to the actual coating thickness Appendix 62 QC5 User Manual Additional information Unit maintenance The QC5 was developed and manufactured for years of trouble free operation and even though the unit does not require special care the following precautions should b
9. 4 Figure 3 4 Common virtual keyboard keys Chapter 3 24 QC5 User Manual 1 Move cursor to the left 2 Move cursor to the right 3 Delete character on which cursor is on 4 Enter and exit Figure 3 5 Quick access keys for the virtual keyboard editor Touch the key to open the direct access keyboard to the most commonly used virtual keyboard keys Each virtual key corresponds to a key on the front panel of the unit as follows n Q tat Move the cursor to the left Q T gt Erase the character on which the cursor sits Q Q v 7 Move the cursor to the right Undo Erase the character to the left of the cursor 4 lt 4 ss 3 BSS Enter and exit 25 Chapter 3 To close the virtual keyboard touch Kel Chapter 3 QC5 User Manual 26 QC5 User Manual 3 2 Main menu The main menu is the first list of options you will see when you exit the measuring screen and it includes the most important unit settings Alorns r Henory gt Cfo Hensure gt Cf9 General gt Language RY Touch Fay from the measuring screen to Info Unit access this menu Figure 3 6 Main menu Note Memory Cfg General and Cfg Measure options are explained later on in this manual in chapter 4 and in sections 3 3 and 3 4 of this same chapter 3 2 1 Change unit Unit Touch on Unit in the main menu to open the list of available units m Use the LAL Vv keys to scroll the menu
10. D enter the password the factory default password is 12345 and touch to access user info menu options Passuord a E DT 12344 c hao fG Donain Edit Pass Figure 3 16 Enter password to access the user info menu The user information that can be changed includes the following Name Set or change the owner name Phone Set or change the telephone number Name Set or change the e mail before the Domain Set or change the domain for the e mail after the Edit Pass Allows you to change the password needed to access this menu 4 Notes 4 ss To set or change text see page 24 When showing user information the e mail address is displayed as Name Domain 35 Chapter 3 QC5 User Manual Important W The factory default password is 12345 You can change this password after adding your user information 3 3 9 Lock configurations Locks Certain configuration options on your QC5 unit can be locked in order to avoid unwanted changes Use of the locking options allow a supervisor to optimize unit configuration settings required for a specific test and then pass the unit on to an operator for him or her to conduct the actual measurements knowing that the unit has been properly configured and that the settings cannot be changed Touch on Locks enter your password and then touch again to view the configuration options that can be locked Password alibrate 4 Configure a G Datalogger a 10 25 Fi
11. Hs and touch Eag to save and exit 00 HH AR MM D0 AR p ai ows _ m Figure 3 12 Date and time format menu options 3 3 3 Set keypad sensitivity Key Sense This option allows you to set the keypad sensitivity The number that you set here has a direct relationship to the sensitivity of your keypad meaning that the higher the number the more sensitive the keypad becomes Touch on Key Sens and use the AIV keys to change the keypad sensitivity Touch to save and the keypad will already be working with the new sensitivity level Key Sense Key Sense m30 e f Ok Figure 3 13 Key sensitivity setting and confirmation screens To confirm the change in sensitivity touch gt If you touch any other key or the on screen counter reaches 0 0 the sensitivity will return to 31 Chapter 3 QC5 User Manual its previous setting Chapter 3 32 QC5 User Manual The factory default setting is 50 Under special conditions we suggest that the sensitivity level be changed Tips a If the unit will operated using security gloves we y recommend that the sensitivity level be raised To make the keypad harder simply lower the sensitivity level In applications where the front of the unit may be exposed to water and or vapors the sensitivity should be lowered 3 3 4 Set quto off time Auto ft The unit will shutdown automatically if no key is touched or no measurement is made aft
12. Manual 2 6 Calibration The QC5 offers 9 modes of calibration that are explained in detail in this section of the user manual The following table summarizes all 7 calibration modes Abbreviation AEA Base Samples Offset e fenn ele o 1s no am zoms O 19 No wor Muttipoine rao No ter teint O O ras No ace Base only O O 109 No e e oe E E E Swedish SS 184160 Australian o ajeleli a 2 6 1 Getting started with calibration To begin the calibration process make sure you are in the measuring screen and then touch the Ea key If the unit is set to automatic base C and DLC combined models only the following screen will appear To calibrate over a ferrous base touch Press and for non ferrous touch MX if you want Press the unit to determine the type of base A Heasure automatically simply go ahead and measure Figure 2 6 Base type selection for calibration in combined models 15 Chapter 2 QC5 User Manual 2 6 2 Base calibration If the calibration mode you selected requires base calibration measuring an uncoated base this is the first screen that will appear on the unit Cal mo o Measure the uncoated _ g I sample Figure 2 7 Base calibration screen Indicates the type of base as well as its uniformity page 17 Probe action requested lower raise or wait Probe status Type of sample request
13. User Manual Coating Thickness Gauges Q dma QCD models F N C DLF DLN DLC www demeq com QC5 User Manual Coating Thickness Gauges P N QC5 501 ENG Rev 01 February 2014 Index Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 1 1 1 2 1 3 1 4 15 1 6 2 1 2 2 2 3 2 4 2 5 2 6 3 1 3 2 QC5 User Manual First steps Know the QC5 1 1 1 Front panel 1 1 2 Connectors Install and replace batteries Connecting the probe The Q key Display illumination and contrast 1 5 1 Display backlight illumination 1 5 2 Display contrast Locking and unlocking the keypad Measuring with the QC5 Numerical measuring screen Graphical measuring screen Histogram Numerical measuring screen Large Numbers Keypad functions in all measuring screens Selecting the type of base Calibration 2 6 1 Getting started with calibration 2 6 2 Base calibration 2 6 3 Shim 1 calibration 2 6 4 Shim 2 calibration 2 6 5 Calibration memories 2 6 6 Using offset correction Menu system and editing Instructions on using the menu system 3 1 1 Text editor Main menu 3 2 1 Change unit NN ODD UWN 10 11 12 14 15 15 16 18 19 20 22 23 24 26 26 QC5 User Manual Chapter 4 3 3 3 4 4 1 4 2 4 3 3 2 2 Alarm settings 3 2 3 Select language 3 2 4 Unit information General configuration options 3 3 1 Set time and date 3 3 2 Set time and date format 33 3 Set keypad sensitivity 3 3 4 Set auto o
14. a printer using an RS232 connection This option does not work in USB mode 51 Chapter 4 QC5 User Manual 4 4 5 Rename a file Renone Touch on Rename to open the text editor that allows you to change the file name 4 4 6 View file size Size Touch on Size to view the number of stored values within a single file and the size of the file as a percentage of total unit memory You can also view the date and time in which the file was created 4 5 Actions over all files For all Touch on For all to open the menu for z xy actions that will affect all files stored in the Erase ALL unit memory Figure 4 10 Actions over all files menu 4 5 1 Send all files Send all Touch on Send All to send units with Datalogger only all files stored in the unit memory to a PC using Windows HyperTerminal or to a printer using an RS232 connection This option does not work in USB mode 4 5 2 Erase all files Erase all The Erase All action permanently deletes all files stored in the unit memory and recovers 100 of the memory capacity Before files are deleted a screen will be displayed asking you to confirm or to cancel this action Chapter 4 52 QC5 User Manual Touch to cancel and return to the previous menu or touch to begin deleting all files Erase ALL Figure 4 11 Erase all confirmation screen When the erase all action has been confirmed the following screens will be displayed Erose ALL Erase ALL sox
15. al information Unit maintenance QC5 accessories Error messages Our website www demeg com Technical support 46 47 48 49 49 50 50 50 50 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 56 56 56 56 57 58 59 61 61 62 63 64 64 QC5 User Manual Thank you choosing dmaq And thank you for purchasing a QC5 coating thickness gauge Company Statement At dmq we develop manufacture and distribute software and quality control instruments offering innovation and solutions that come as a direct result of listening to your needs as a user We apply some of the latest technology available in the industry to build instruments that are robust precise and easy to operate We are convinced that our products would not be complete without permanent technical and after sales support So in addition to a great product we offer Quick answers to your inquiries e Unlimited access to technical information as well as application notes e Special offers for registered customers e Firmware and software upgrades at no charge e Attention to your inquiries and suggestions We hope that the QC5 will meet and exceed your application needs QC5 User Manual General information Models included in this manual The information included in this manual applies to all QC5 series coating thickness gauges including models F DLF N DLN C and DLC Registered trademarks dmq is a registered trademark of Demeq S R L and its affiliate com
16. ating Thickness Figure 1 Ferrous base measuring principle Induced currents are produced on the metal surface when a high frequency field is applied Induced currents and the signal obtained from the coil are proportional to the distance with the base Signal High frequency oscillator Non Ferrous response Induced signal DOOD AAAO Tartar AAY Ri insl lt 4 Non Metalic coating r Non Ferrous base a4 Figure 2 Non Ferrous base measuring principle Thickness Using the physical principles described above the QC5 converts small signal variations produced by the probe into precise and repetitive measurements VI QC5 User Manual Applicable standards ISO 2178 ASTM D1186 for models QC5 F amp QC5 C ISO 2360 ASTM D1400 ASTM B244 for models QC5 N amp QC5 C and ASTM D7091 ASTM E376 for all QC5 models Important Safety information All QC5 series coating thickness gauges are for industrial use only The QC5 operates on two AA size batteries We strongly recommend that you use only top brand name alkaline batteries Disposal of your QC5 and its components must be done in compliance with all applicable regulations About the Software Because of its complexity level software is never really completely error free For this reason in software controlled instruments always make sure that the operations required for your application are in correct working order Warranty Demeq S R L provides a
17. ch time a new batch is opened Touch ATV to scroll all menu options and touch to select and exit Touch to exit without making changes e _ Figure 4 19 Set registry clock options for the Datalogger Clock menu options include Off The Datalogger does not record date and time Date Each time a new batch is opened the Datalogger records the date Time Each time a new batch is opened the Datalogger records the time Both Each time a new batch is opened the Datalogger records the date and time 59 Chapter 4 QC5 User Manual Tips on how to measure correctly In order to obtain reliable measurements calibrate on the same type of base as the parts that you will actually be measuring Highest accuracy is obtained when you are closest to the calibration point This means that whenever possible you should use shims that are as close as possible to the thickness that you expect to measure Use the probe gently over the test piece that you will be measuring There is no need to press hard Do not use lubricants on the probe or any of its components and clean using a dry cloth Avoid measuring edges to minimize errors It is always best to measure away from test piece edges When measuring very thin substrates or irregular surfaces avoid using 1 point and Only Base calibration modes Shims can be overlapped placed over one another in order to obtain thicker values But
18. e 3 20 Response messages after a license is entered If the license number that you entered is correct the unit will show an updated license screen where the newly purchased license appears followed by a checkmark 3 3 11 Return to factory default settings Set Defoult Choose Set Default to return to the original factory default general configuration options Touch and a confirmation screen will appear lt Horning Touch lt to confirm and return to the Return to previous menu or touch to exit without Factor Defaults making changes Figure 3 21 Set factory default settings confirmation screen Chapter 3 38 QC5 User Manual 3 4 Measuring configuration options Cfo Heasure Select Cfg Measure from the main menu to display measuring configuration options ollor rooe Cal e Shins Measure Hode Correctly setting these options is critical in Histo Range obtaining reliable measurements Count Heasure Abs Probe Info Figure 3 22 Measuring configuration options menu 3 4 1 Select type of base Base Touch on Base to select the type of base you will be measuring on Use the AIV keys to scroll all menu errous options and touch to select Non Ferrous O 0 Auto To exit without making changes touch KaJ Figure 3 23 Select the type of base menu The type of base with the corresponding icon see page 9 will always be displayed in the measuring screen as well as in all other scre
19. e considered e Avoid contact with corrosive and abrasive substances Do not clean the unit with solvents e Do not leave the unit display exposed to direct solar light for prolonged periods of time as this could damage the display Remove the batteries if the unit will be stored for an extended period of time Remove the probe using the connector and not the cable e Do not twist or strangle the probe cable Do not expose the unit to temperatures below 10 C 14 F or above 50 C 122 F 63 Appendix QC5 User Manual QC5 Accessories dmg part Description pmb fe QCR 002 id range value shim between 100 and 500 um QCR 003 igh value shim gt 500 um QCR 101 Ferrous calibration base QCR 102 on ferrous calibration base L L E r X 7 jon b For additional information and accessories for your QC5 visit www demeq com Accessories QC html Appendix 64 QC5 User Manual Error messages Error messages may eventually open on your unit screen and are informational only If one of these messages opens on your display follow the instructions described below and if the problem persists please send us a detailed report at www demeq com form Support html Sys Hessooe Figure A 2 System error message Erori Internal Error Cause Internal Error Solutions Shutdown the unit wait a few seconds and power back on Contact Demeg Attempt to store a value over an existing value Cau
20. en With short touches on the key preset calibration shim values can be loaded See Shim Cal f on page 40 These preset values correspond to the shims that you use most frequently so that thickness values don t have to be edited each time the unit calibrated 2 6 4 Shim 2 calibration The calibration modes below require you to measure and adjust results on a second shim of a known thickness value 2 Point Multipoint ISO e SSPC PA2 Swedish To calibrate using a second shim repeat the procedure described under for Shim 1 calibration page 18 19 Chapter 2 QC5 User Manual Note The order in which you use the shims Shim 1 and Shim 4 2 based on their thickness is irrelevant Tips a Better results with these calibration methods are lt Obtained using shims with lower and higher thickness values than the actual lowest and highest measurements that you will be taking The use of shims with thickness values that are not too close to one another is recommended Ideally the shims should be at least 100m apart from each other 2 6 5 Calibration Memories The QC5 can hold 3 calibration memories To access calibration memories touch the Ej key on the first calibration screen that you see on the unit Calibr 1 FE a Measure the Calibr 2 FE iet P i Cal Calibr 3 NFE B P Open Save Figure 2 4 Calibration memory menu Use the ATV to select one of the three calibration memories and to
21. en the quick access menu that allows you to go directly to a position inside the grid Select the Row Column and Cell using the ES ENEJ keys Colunn Figure 4 8 Quick access menu options in a grid Row Enter a row number using the cursor keys so that when you touch the grid will position itself directly on that row Column Enter the column letter using the cursor keys so that when you touch the grid will position itself on that column Cell This is a combination of column and row so that you can go to a specific cell after you enter the row number and column letter Chapter 4 50 QC5 User Manual 4 4 3 The Q key in a histogram Touch in the histogram to open the quick access menu that allows you to obtain statistical information on the group of values being displayed A Cells 1a 8 762 pm Std Devi 1 9 pa 76 pm CUX 2 5 pm 764 pm Error Report Statistic Report Advanced Statistics Figure 4 9 Quick access menu options in a histogram Error Displays the number of errors and error percentage values in the batch based on the high and low alarm settings Stats View statistical information for the batch including Min Max Range and Mean values Stats View the standard deviation and the percentage coefficient variation for the batch 4 4 4 Send data from a single file Send Touch on Send File to send units with Datalogger only a single file to a PC using Windows HyperTerminal or to
22. ending on the type of connecting cable that you are using is properly connected to both the unit and the PC and click on lt Connect gt in DataCenter When a successful connection is established the files in your unit memory will appear in DataCenter To view their contents simply double click on each file For additional information on dmg DataCenter software refer to the manual included in the CD that you received with your QC5 or download the manual at http www demeq com Download html 4 8 Datalogger Configuration Conf igure Hode USR Iie In the memory menu touch on Send PC Configure to open the Datalogger Capture Nuto configuration options menu Histogran 18 Fix Batch Advanced gt Figure 4 15 Datalogger configuration options menu 55 Chapter 4 QC5 User Manual 4 8 1 Configure communications The first two options in the configure Datalogger menu are Mode and Send which allow you to select how the unit will communicate with a PC or a printer it a gt emcee I 6 Capture Hanu Hode RS232 a Send PC jo Histooran 18 10 25 Figure 4 16 Configure communications options Touch on Mode to select the type of connection USB Select USB to connect to a PC using a USB cable included You must already have DataCenter installed in your PC RS232 Select RS232 to connect to a PC or a printer using an RS232 cable optional Touch on Send to select whether you will send files to a PC o
23. ens in a group of icons located to the right of the screen third icon from top to bottom 39 Chapter 3 QC5 User Manual 3 4 2 Calibration modes Cal ibr Hode Touch on Calibr Mode to view all calibration modes For more details on each calibration mode refer to section 2 6 on page 15 of this manual Use the AIV keys to scroll all menu options and touch to select ase y 1 Pt Spn 2 Points ra Hultipoint Bose Only 1 Point To exit without making changes touch oY ISO SSPC PAZ Suedish Australian Offset 25 8 Samples Ooo0 00 0 0 Figure 3 24 Calibration mode menu 3 4 3 Offset correction Offset Touch to adjust the offset value by adding or deducting from the thickness measurement This is done to adjust for surface irregularities and is accepted in the ISO and Australian calibration methods Use the cursor keys to change the offset value and touch to confirm and exit Touch Eag to exit without changes Figure 3 25 Offset adjustment With short touches on the key change the sign of the value For more information regarding offset adjustment see page 22 Chapter 3 40 QC5 User Manual 3 4 4 Set number of samples Sonples Touch on Samples to set the maximum number of samples that the unit will accept when calibrating In ISO SSPC PA2 Swedish and Australian calibration modes the number of samples is preset but can also be edited In other calibration modes the number of samples cannot be
24. er a time set by you Touch on AutoOff to set the time before the unit automatically shuts down Touch the AIV keys to set the time and Autolft X touch to save and exit D Touch Fay to exit without making changes Figure 3 14 AutoOff time setting screen 33 Chapter 3 QC5 User Manual 3 3 5 Adjust display contrast Contrast Contrast settings allow you to turn your screen lighter or darker where 1 is the lightest and 32 is the darkest Touch on Contrast and use the LAL V keys to change the contrast on your screen Touch to save or touch Fay to exit without making changes Contrast Contrast hem _16 9 30 Figure 3 15 Screen contrast settings Contrast on LCD screens can change with temperature Use the contrast option to compensate for changes caused by temperature to maintain optimal viewing conditions 3 3 6 Beep Activation Beep Beep refers to the sounds that the unit makes when keys are touched and when the audible alarm is active Touch to enable or disable the beep option 3 3 7 Introduction screen Intro The introduction screen is the first screen that you see after the unit is turned on and includes owner information such as name telephone number and e mail Touch to enable or disable this option Chapter 3 34 QC5 User Manual 3 3 8 Owner information Set I0 This option allows you to enter owner information the info that would appear on the introduction screen Touch on Set I
25. ff time 3 3 5 Adjust display contrast 3 3 6 Beep activation 337 Introduction screen 3 3 8 Owner information 3 3 9 Lock configuration 3 3 10 Model upgrade licenses 3 3 11 Return to factory default settings Measuring configuration options 3 4 1 Select type of base 3 4 2 Calibration modes 3 4 3 Offset correction 3 4 4 Set number of samples 3 4 5 Set shim values for quick calibration 3 4 6 Select measuring mode 3 4 7 Set histogram range 3 4 8 Layer counter configuration 3 4 9 Select measure mode Abs Diff Using the Datalogger Understanding how data is organized Memory menu Creating a file 26 27 28 29 29 30 30 31 32 32 32 33 34 35 36 37 37 38 38 39 39 40 41 41 43 44 45 45 4 4 4 5 4 6 4 7 4 8 4 9 Appendix QC5 User Manual Actions over single files 4 4 1 View data in a single file 4 4 2 The Q key in a grid 4 4 3 The Q key in a histogram 4 4 4 Send data from a single file 4 4 5 Rename a file 4 4 6 View file size Actions over all files 4 5 1 Send all files 4 5 2 Erase all files Quick memory menu Mem key Connect to PC with DataCenter Datalogger configuration 4 8 1 Configure communication 4 8 2 Capture modes 4 8 3 Set number of samples 4 8 4 Select fixed batch Advanced configuration 4 9 1 Store every N number of samples 4 9 2 Record unit settings 4 9 3 Record date and time Tips on how to measure correctly Technical specifications Addition
26. gure 3 17 Enter password and options lock menu Each option is followed by a lock indicating whether the feature is locked closed lock or unlocked open lock Touch on each of the following options to lock or unlock Calibration Lock or unlock the calibration option Chapter 3 36 QC5 User Manual Configure Lock or unlock configuration options such as calibration mode and type of base selection Datalogger Lock or unlock Datalogger configuration options 3 3 10 Model upgrade licenses Licenses QC5 models can be changed with software licenses that you can purchase from Demeg If you want to purchase an upgrade license we will need to know the following information e Unit model Unit serial number e The type of license that you would like to purchase Touch on Licenses to view all licenses available for your unit checkmarks indicate active licenses To enter the new license number that you purchased touch or to exit and return to the previous screen touch oY Datalogger Hul ti Base Figure 3 18 Licenses screen Use the cursor keys to enter the license Password number and touch to save 12344 Figure 3 19 Enter license screen 37 Chapter 3 QC5 User Manual After you enter the new license number the unit will respond with one of the following messages Licenses Licenses Without Register Register Accepted Wrong license password Correct license password message message Figur
27. information Error Messages 1 3 Connecting the probe The QC5 uses a type Lemo OB 4 pin connector located on top of the unit All dmq probes are provided with Cal Tag technology allowing you to easily switch or replace probes To connect the probe simply align the red dot on the male connector with the red dot on the female connector located on the unit and press gently until connected see figure 1 5 To release the probe hold the knurled section on the male connector and gently pull out Never remove the connector pushing the cable Figure 1 5 Connecting the probe 5 Chapter 1 QC5 User Manual 1 4 The Q key The has three functions 1 When the unit is off touch for 2 seconds to power on the unit 2 When the unit is on touch for 2 seconds to shutdown the unit 3 With the unit on making short touches to the will activate special functions described in each chapter of this manual 1 5 Display illumination and contrast Backlight illumination and contrast options can be changed from any screen in the unit 1 5 1 ea y backlight illumination Touch to change the backlight illumination Figure 1 6 Backlight illumination options Chapter 1 6 QC5 User Manual 1 5 2 Disolay contrast The display contrast on all dmq units is digital Touch the white dot located in the center of the vertical scrolling bar between the AIV keys and a contrast window will open Move your finger t
28. labels should not overlap and should remain visible at all times dma QCP003 755um 27 72mils 253um 9 96mils Oma Qcroo2 Correct Incorrect Appendix 60 QC5 User Manual Technical Specifications Measuring principle Probes Materials Ferrous Materials Non Ferr Units Resolution QCS101 Probe Measuring range Accuracy Measurement velocity Calibration modes Applicable standards calibrations Alarms Statistics Languages Datalogger Connection to PC Display 61 Magnetic induction Eddy currents QCS101 F N C 0 to 1500 um Iron Steel Magnetic Stainless Steel Aluminum Copper Bronze Brass Microns um Inches Mil Millimeters mm 0 to 99 9 um 0 1 um Above 100 um 1 um 0 to 4 99 Mil 0 01 Mil Above 5 0 Mil 0 1 Mil 0 mm to 15 mm depending on probe 1 to 3 2um depending on probe 99 measurements per minute aprox Base amp 1 Pt 2 Points Multipoint 1 Point Base only ISO ISO 19840 SSPC SSPC PAZ2 SWE SS 184160 AUS AS 3894 3 Minimum Maximum Audible and visualt Number of samples min max average range standard deviation variation percentage English Spanish Portuguese Capacity of 32000 values organized in up to 8 files with alphanumeric names Manual Single Continuous capture modes Record Date and Time View data including statistics in grid or graphic formats USB native or RS232 optional Graphic LCD 1
29. limited warranty for a period of 5 five years on electronic units and for 6 six months on probes from the date of purchase Every instrument undergoes thorough testing during manufacturing as well as before shipping In the event warranty service where to become necessary Demeg S R L and or your local distributor or representative will make a reasonable effort to replace your defective unit with another new or used unit while your instrument undergoes warranty repair VII QC5 User Manual 1 First steps 1 1 Know the QC5 1 1 1 Front panel 3 11 2 12 5 7 8 10 9 Figure 1 1 Front of the unit Graphic LCD display with LED backlight illumination Move Left key View partial statistics Stat Move Up key Manually store a value Store E E a Move Right key Switch to graphical measure mode screen Graph 5 Menu key Enter and exit measure screen Exit and return to menus Home Chapter 1 QC5 User Manual 6 Move Down key Quick access to memory menu screen options Mem 7 Change backlight illumination key On Off Auto 8 Enter key Edit values on the measure screen Edit 9 The Q key Power On and Shutdown touch and hold for 2 seconds Make quick and short touches to activate special features 10 Calibration key 11 Horizontal scrolling center point lock and unlock keypad on measure screen 12 Vertical scrolling center point adjust LCD contrast 1 1 2 Connectors
30. modified Touch the AIV keys to change the Sanples vY i 1 number of samples and touch a to 9 x confirm and exit es Touch Eas to exit without changes Figure 3 26 Set number of samples 3 4 5 Set shim values for quick calibration Col 0 Shins Touch on Cal Q Shims to enter the menu where your most frequently shim values used for calibration can be edited and entered These same values can later on be sequentially loaded when shim thicknesses have to be adjusted during calibration resulting in a quicker calibration procedure To load Cal Q values make short touches on the key when editing shim values during the calibration procedure Use the ATV keys to scroll all menu Shim 1 188 a Shim 2 250 ai options and touch to edit j fF Shin 3 758 To exit without making changes touch Fal Figure 3 27 Set shim values for quick calibration 41 Chapter 3 QC5 User Manual 3 4 6 Select measuring mode Heosure Hode Touch on Measure Mode to open the measure modes options menu Use the ATV keys to scroll all menu options and touch to select and enable To disable touch again To exit without making changes touch oY Hold Last z G 10 25 Figure 3 28 Measure mode options menu When Continuous is enabled the unit will measure at a rate of up to 99 readings per minute and will continue to measure for as long as the probe is not lifted If Continuous is disabled the unit takes individual readings each time the
31. oo 98 Se __ o an e w n Lk 98 7 H 0 bax O iae BS R aeli Si Mode 1 Mode 2 Figure 2 1 Numerical measuring screens 1 Name of the open folder where data is being stored Page 45 2 Average of the measurements within the group N values 3 Datalogger mode indicator X Off M Manual U Single C Continuous 4 Symbol of the measured value as it relates to the nominal value in differential mode Page 44 Battery level indicator 6 Coating thickness value in the selected unit Icon indicating that a value has been stored Chapter 2 WO 8 g 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 QC5 User Manual Blocked keypad icon indicator Page 7 Probe measuring icon probe on sample Type of base icon FE NF A Page 14 User selected unit Number of N values counter indicator for real time group statistics Position of the last stored value Column Row Range within the group Max Min Minimum thickness value within the group Average deviation within the group Maximum thickness value within the group Percentage value as compared to the nominal value 2 2 Graphical measuring screen Histogram The QC5 allows you to view graphic representations histograms of measured values in real time And when you touch the key the graphic screen will change between mode 1 and mode 2 so that you can view different complimentary information Figure 2 2 Graphical measure screens
32. ored values at the time this function is activated Store IASS Touch to manually store the current measurement in the memory View gt Touch to switch to measuring screens as follows o 98 9 X 38 7 H fe Hu Fite B 5 Figure 2 4 Measuring screens Chapter 2 12 QC5 User Manual ca Touch to exit the measure screen and enter the main menu wus Touch to view quick memory access options Enter calibration mode page 15 Sigs Touch to access the select edit mode 2 flashing arrows will appear over editable fields base and unit o parT x 98 7 File MyFile V Set Base FA Set Unit Figure 2 5 Select edit mode e To select type of base touch e To select unit touch In both cases use the AIV keys to edit and touch to save changes Short touches allow you to switch screen modes to view different complimentary information Touch for 2 or more seconds to shutdown the unit 13 Chapter 2 QC5 User Manual Changes the backlight illumination Set display contrast Store BANS Lock and unlock keypad 2 5 Selecting the type of base The QC5 model that you have determines what type of base you can measure ferrous non ferrous or both On combined models where you can measure both types of bases the base selection can be done manually or automatically where the unit determines the type of base Type of Base Mode QC5 model Chapter 2 14 QC5 User
33. owards the top and or bottom of the dotted line to adjust the contrast on your display Figure 1 7 Display contrast adjustment 1 6 Locking and unlocking the keypad To lock the keypad place your finger on the white dot located in the center of the horizontal scrolling bar between the keys Move your finger to the right following the dotted line and a window on the unit display will open with the message Lock see figure 1 8 Continue moving your finger in the same direction until you enter blocked mode The window on the display will close and the blocked keypad indicator will show on the top right of the unit screen Locked Indicator BA 8 J Jf x 98 7 N fomn ti 3 Fe 3 Lock bin x 98 7 N fomn X 98 7 Nom i To Figure 1 8 Locking the keypad 7 Chapter 1 User Manual QC5 2 3 Jm Sliding the finger to the left will unlock the keypad amp nO J Unlock in x 98 7 N fomn x 98 7 Ni fomn x 98 7 N fomn Important The keypad can only be locked and unlocked in the measuring screens Figure 1 9 Unlocking the keypad Chapter 1 QC5 User Manual 2 Measuring with the QC5 The QC5 can display measurements in 3 distinct modes where each mode shows specific information To switch modes touch the key 2 1 Numerical measuring screen Touch the key to change the complimentary information displayed on the screen mode 1 and mode 2 ole to
34. panies Important notice The information contained in this manual is intended to educate users on the operation of the QC5 coating thickness gauges Failure to read and understand this manual can lead to measurement errors Decisions based on measurements and or results that are erroneous can lead to property damage personal injury or even death Demeg S R L assumes no responsibility as a result of the improper use of our instruments User training Correct use of a coating thickness gauge requires Knowing your test requirements Having a trained operator This manual provides all of the information needed to configure and operate QC5 coating thickness gauges However there are additional factors that can affect tests done with this instrument Specific information on those factors is outside the scope of this manual When in doubt you should always seek expert advice or refer to specific textbooks on coating thickness testing Additional information can also be found on the internet and through local government agencies as well as in technical institutes V QC5 User Manual Measuring Principle When a low frequency magnetic field is applied on a ferrous substrate the signal induced by the coil inside the probe is proportional to the distance between the probe and the base Signal Low frecuency oscillator Ferrous response Induced signal AAAA HOOD ara A A 4 ij iian lt 4 Non Ferrous co
35. play Cal Ax FE FE FE Lower Probe Wait Raise Probe 17 Chapter 2 QC5 User Manual 2 6 3 Shim 1 calibration After the base calibration procedure is concluded the unit will ask you to measure using a shim of a known thickness For the calibration modes that do not require base calibration 1 point 2 point and Swedish the calibration process begins here Follow the on screen instructions and measure the shim of a known thickness value over the Measure the Ist shim on base the sample B P Figure 2 10 Shim 1 calibration screen When shim measurements are taken the unit will display the number of measurements The first line shows the number of measurements followed by the value of the 346 vn last measurement The second line shows the pore 348 va average for the number of measurements that FE Edit I you already took Figure 2 11 Number of samples in shim 1 calibration screen Select Edi t touching the key to adjust the average value to the nominal value of the shim This option will not appear on the following calibration modes ISO SSPC PA2 e Swedish e Australian Chapter 2 18 QC5 User Manual For the methods above the unit will activate the thickness measurement editor only when the required number of samples have been taken Use the arrow keys to adjust the thickness to the nominal shim value and touch to save Figure 2 12 Shim calibration thickness adjustment scre
36. probe is coupled To obtain measurements in this mode the probe must be coupled and lifted each time When you enable the Hold last option the last measured value will be displayed on the unit screen even when the probe is lifted When hold last is disabled and the probe is lifted the unit display will read n jin H mat x 98 7 WN yo A B 5 ale Fre B S Hold Last mode on Hold Last mode off Figure 3 29 Screens with hold last enabled and disabled Chapter 3 42 QC5 User Manual 3 4 7 Set histogram range Histo Range Here you can set high and low values that will be represented on the vertical axis of the histogram Set histogram range menu Range view in graphic mode Figure 3 30 Set histogram range Touch on Histo Range to open the histogram menu Touch on High or Low to open the numbers editor where you can set values using the cursor keys Touch to save and return to the previous menu 3 4 8 Layer counter configuration Count The QC5 allows you to measure coatings where several layers have been applied This is done knowing the thickness of at least one layer in order to then count the number of layers Use the ATV keys to scroll all menu ctivate prn Porcent options and touch to select and enable Edit Count Touch Fay to exit without changes Figure 3 31 Counter configuration menu 43 Chapter 3 QC5 User Manual Touch on Activate to enable the number of layers in an ab
37. r a printer PC When using an RS232 cable the unit sends data in an optimal format for Windows HyperTerminal 38400 8 N 1 Print Using an RS232 cable and printer the unit sends data in an optimal format for mini printers of 40 columns 9600 8 N 1 Chapter 4 56 QC5 User Manual f i The print option can only be used in RS232 Files cannot 7 be directly sent to a USB printer When you use DataCenter to connect your selection of PC or print will not affect communication 4 8 2 Capture modes Capture danual Touch on Capture to select the mode in Single O 0 which values will be stored in the Datalogger Continuous Figure 4 17 Memory capture modes menu The QC5 has the following capture modes Manual touch the key to store values Single each time the probe is coupled a thickness measurement is stored no other value is stored until the probe is coupled again In this mode values can also be stored with the key Continuous when the probe is coupled thickness measurements are continuously stored at a rate of 2 measurements per second aprox N Where N refers to a constant value called Sto Every store every N number of values that can be set on the Advanced Datalogger menu option page 57 57 Chapter 4 QC5 User Manual 4 8 3 Set number of values Histooron Touch on Histogram to set the number of values that will be included in each batch when the Fix Batch option is enabled 4 8 4
38. rection refer to page 39 Chapter 2 22 QC5 User Manual 3 Menu system and editing 3 1 Instructions on using the menu system The instructions explained in this chapter apply to all of the menus in the unit To scroll QC5 menu options use the ATV cursor keys When you reach the end of the menu and move to the next menu option it becomes circular as shown herein Engl ish T _ aA 2 Sean ish 5 anish Portuguese Span istem G Figure 3 1 Example of how a circular menu works To select a menu option touch and to exit and return to the previous menu touch To go to the measuring screen touch KaJ from the main menu or touch EJ from any other menu in the unit Cal um Hetric ies Hil Inch cfa 98 5 Henory X 98 7 N fomp Ea Cfo Heasure fisas Figure 3 2 Going to the measure screen 23 Chapter 3 QC5 User Manual 3 1 1 Text Editor The text editor is used to input modify and delete letters numbers and symbols Figure 3 3 Alphanumeric editor screens 1 Selected key Cursor Text to be edited ae o Virtual keyboard Use the cursor keys on the unit to scroll the virtual keyboard until you find the character that you want to use and touch to select Touch the Eas key to move to the upper case virtual keyboard and to the numbers and symbols keyboard as seen on figure 3 3 There are 4 keys that are common to all virtual keyboard screens yy amp I LI
39. se Improper unit shutdown Example Removing batteries and powering the unit back on to store values in the Datalogger Solution Download Datalogger values to PC or printer and erase memory If a message with a different number where to appear please contact Demeq 65 Appendix QC5 User Manual Our website www demeq com Our website is a powerful customer support tool where you will find the latest information as it relates to your QC5 including e Application notes e Manuals and brochures e Software updates Model upgrade license information New accessories Software updates To download software updates to your QC5 you must have dmq DataCenter installed on your PC To download the latest updates for your unit refer to www demeq com Download html Technical support Our service department is committed to providing prompt and courteous service Should you encounter any trouble with your QC5 please send us a detailed description of your problem to www demeq com form_Support html Appendix 66 P N QCD501 ENG Rev 1 2014 dmq
40. software version that your unit is running deneg NCS DLC Soft 1 801 002 1 801 019 Serial 18881 28 03710 KDev 00020 Hard 881 881 OS 1 802 882 COev 88882 C 28 02 14 28 03710 00014 V Figure 3 10 Unit information screens To switch between unit information screens touch the EJ EZ keys To return to the main menu touch Ql Note ss The information required to obtain model upgrade licenses is included in this option 29 Chapter 3 QC5 User Manual 3 3 General configuration options Cfo General Touch on the Cfg Configure option to open the general configuration options menu Set Clock Use the AFV keys to scroll the menu Clock Format G oe 38 Touch to select any of the menu options Constraost 18 Touch Fay to exit and to return to the previous menu Beep Intro Set ID Locks Licenses Set Default Y v IR Figure 3 10 General configuration options menu 3 3 1 Set time and date Set Clock Choose Set Clock to open the time editor and use the cursor keys to set the time Touch to save and to enter the date editor screen After you change the date touch to save and exit Date 12 Figure 3 11 Time and date edit screens Chapter 3 30 QC5 User Manual 3 3 2 Set time and date format Clock Format Choose Clock Format to open the menu that allows you to set the time format 12Hs or 24Hs and the date format D M Y M D Y Touch on the option you wish to select 12
41. solute value or select Percentage to display as a percentage of the total coating thickness C 2 3 WN Yom Figure 3 32 Activated count layer mode The count layer mode is not represented in graphic modes To set the known layer thickness go to the Edit Counter option in the counter configuration menu and touch S Use the AFV keys to change the layer thickness and touch to save and exit Touch Kaa to exit without changes Figure 3 33 Set layer thickness value Chapter 3 Lh QC5 User Manual 3 4 9 Select measure mode Abs Dif Heosure Touch on Measure to open the measure modes options menu Different Hominal 188 Figure 3 34 Measure mode options menu and set nominal value The modes in which measurements are represented are Absolute The unit displays the real measured value Differential The value displayed is a result of the value obtained from calculating Differential Real value Nominal value The nominal value is a reference value for the test piece Touch on Nominal to set this value and touch to save To exit without making any changes touch 45 Chapter 3 QC5 User Manual 4 Using the Datalogger 4 1 Understanding how data is organized In order to optimize the use of the Datalogger in all QC5 DL models it is important that you understand how data is organized In the QC5 data is stored in 8 individual files with alohanumeric names Each file contains a grid wi
42. th columns and rows And each grid contains columns identified with consecutive letters A B AA AB that store an N number of values or measurements group Each value is identified with a column letter and a row number Open File Rows Cells Files without data empty 4 999 I I I I I I v Figure 4 1 How data is organized in the Datalogger In the above grid structure individual values are stored in a Column Batch Row Cell So for example F 7 means a value is located in Column F and Row 7 Chapter 4 46 QC5 User Manual 4 2 Memory menu Henory Select Memory from the main menu to view all menu options for the Datalogger This chapter explains how to create organize and For ALL Files napte Conf igure view files Free 32474 Figure 4 2 Memory menu 4 3 Create a file Touch on Files and use the cursor keys to navigate the list of files in the unit Henory nn gt i Les gt gt Enpty G Enpty Enpty i 0 0 iy File Enpty Enpty Enpty Gomo tahlilni risitiulvebluizl LI Figure 4 3 Creating a file Select a file that appears as Empty available file and touch to name the file with up to 10 alphanumeric characters After you enter a name a checkmark will appear next to it meaning that a new file has been created and is ready to be used 47 Chapter 4 QC5 User Manual Remember that only one file can be open
43. uch the to Upen and load or touch to Sawe the current calibration Chapter 2 20 QC5 User Manual To exit the calibration memory menu touch oY 4 21 Important In order to obtain better results with your QC5 calibrate using a the test piece that you are actually going to measure or use a test piece sample that is in the same condition Wrong use of calibration memories can lead to measurements with greater errors if calibration was done using samples that are not comparable to the actual test piece that you want to measure Notes Calibration memories are stored in either a Ferrous or Non Ferrous base with the corresponding abbreviation FE or NF shown next to the actual value When using a stored calibration the unit should be set to the same type of base as the selected calibration memory If the unit is set to automatic base detection the calibration memory will use the type of base selected at the beginning of the procedure Chapter 2 QC5 User Manual 2 6 6 Using offset correction The QC5 allows you to increase or decrease a value offset to adjust for errors produced by surface irregularities Correction values depend on the surface profile as described in the ISO 19840 standard and in the following table Surface profile according Correction in ym to ISO 8503 1 The calibration modes where offset correction is accepted are the ISO and Australian modes For additional information on offset cor
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