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Operating Instructions The New Elcometer 224 Surface Profile Gauge

1. variety of materiah aiig Climatic Testing Surface Cleanliness Gauges that mespre climatic parameters that include Gauges that mesure the level of contaminants on a ae temperature amp relative humidity saface pner to application of the costing D Cancet aug Please selec gog Dry Film Thickness Hardness y Gauges that memure the thickness of dry films 5 Gauges that measure hardens uning the Persos test Appearance Material Thickness Gauges that measure gloss haze shade opacity amp Simple to use hand held Ultrasonic Thicknes Gauges color v with the capability to measure material Buchmess Uttrasonic NOT Gauges Ultrasonic th knen gauges to determine the thickness venety of matenais sana a sir re dr eters that include fase m menu rem opin tive humidity ating Next p ane x Pease se pet 224 race profile eh na provides an samar to measure surface profiles in microns and miks Clicking Connect Gauge starts the ElcoMaster 2 0 Gauge Connect Wizard The ElcoMaster 2 0 data management software allows users to download readings from a wide range of Elcometer inspection gauges Measurements such as surface profile surface cleanliness temperature dewpoint delta T gloss material thickness and dry film thickness can all be downloaded stored and reported using the ElcoMaster 2 0 software These instructions will inform the user how to download data from an Elcometer
2. Modifications not expressly approved by Elcometer Limited could void the user s authority to operate the equipment under FCC rules This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard s Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device 61 www elcometer com 20 LEGAL NOTICES amp REGULATORY INFORMATION continued Under Industry Canada regulations this radio transmitter may only operate using an antenna of a type and maximum or lesser gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada To reduce potential radio interference to other users the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power e i r p is not more than that necessary for successful communication This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 elcometer is a registered trademark of Elcometer Limited Edge Lane Manchester M43 6BU United Kingdom x are trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG Inc and licensed to Elcometer 62 Bluetooth a Elcometer 224 Model T Made for iPhone 5S iPhone 5C iPhone 5 iPhone 4S iPhone 4 iPad 4th generation iPad mini iPad 2 and iPod touch 4th and 5th generation Made for iPod Made for iPhone and Made for iPad mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to conn
3. select an alternate file location Click Next gt to continue At least 16 3 MB of free disk space is required l Setup ElcoMaster 2 0 BEI Choose any additional tasks by V Wich airal Cade oui be performed selecting the appropriate check box and press Next gt to continue Select the additional tasks you would like Setup to perform while installing ElcoMaster 2 0 then click Next Additional icons v Create a desktop icon C Create a Quick Launch icon www elcometer com 28 Ready to Install Setup is now ready to begin installing ElcoMaster 2 0 on your computer Click Install to continue wath the installation or click Back iF you want to review or change any settings Destination location C Program Fdes Ekcometer EkoMaster 2 0 Additional tasks Additional icons Create a desktop icon CT Setup ElcoMaste elcometec Completing the ElcoMaster 2 0 Setup Wizard Setup has finished installing ElcoMaster 2 0 o wher T application may be launched by selecting tre iretaliod icons Click Finish to exit Setup F Launch EkoMaster lt gt La a alcomate Settings Download View Saved Reports O oo r K ET 2 e Import EkoMast Dat Do wish to Import your q EtoMaster 1 x d ho ElcoMaster 2 be Yes jh o EET 29 The ElcoMaster 2 0 wizard now provides a list of the settings that have been selected Click Install to undertake the installation o
4. 1 X JIix JX Z JIN JIB w w N i IS t R 43 Measurement Data Window continued Notes Type and format a comment or note regarding the batch Labels When a project has been set up with individual Project and Batch labels users can amend or input the appropriate details Project labels are applied to each file folder and batch within the project Batch labels apply to a specific batch Both project and batch labels are fully user definable however examples of project and batch labels are listed below Project Label Examples Client name Structure name Structure location Batch Label Examples Inspector name shift number area under consideration strutt number etc Photos Photographs of the area under inspection specific defects etc can be attached to the measurement batch simply by clicking the icon within the Photos tab Descriptions or comments can be added below each image added Double clicking on any photo opens up a view window allowing the user to copy the photo to clipboard for pasting in another program or save the photograph to another file Details Statistics BORA Photos O Image 4 3 tif 14 tif o Image 7 Description 75 micon profile added and primer Description Flash rust observed on Column 1C acceptabl Data photographs labels etc added within the measurement window tabs is automatically included on any reports exports pdf and emails ge
5. T select Batch New Batch Batch Type Counted Average and set the number of readings as required The average of this pre defined number will be saved into the batch but the individual readings within the counted average are notsaved When not in batching B amp T select Display Statistics Counted Average and set the number of readings as required www elcometer com When using counted average the gauge switches between displaying statistics based on individual readings to statistics based on the counted average as each set of reading are taken On Screen Statistics BT User selectable statistical and general measurement information can be displayed on the gauge The information to be displayed can be selected and managed by selecting the Display softkey e Up to 8 statistics can be selected to be displayed on the reading screen via Display Statistics Select Statistics e Ensure that Display Readings amp Selected Stats is also checked e Toview all statistics select Display Statistics View All The following statistical and general information can be displayed on your gauge Symbol icon Model Description n BT The number of readings taken X BT Mean average O BT Standard deviation Hi BT Highest reading taken Lo BT Lowest reading taken CV BT Coefficient of variation The COV is defined as the ratio of the standard deviation to the mean and is a normalised measure of dispersion when comparing batches with widely di
6. www elcometer com 12 Bluetooth T and USB Data output BT Elcometer 224 gauges have the ability to transfer data via USB to a computer or wirelessly via Bluetooth technology to PC s PDA s or mobile phones which are Bluetooth enabled using ElcoMaster 2 0 or ElcoMaster Mobile Apps Bluetooth data output can be switched on via Menu Bluetooth Enable Bluetooth For more information regarding ElcoMaster 2 0 see page 27 Downloading Data ElcoMaster 2 0 Data output BT Users can download data from any Elcometer gauge directly into ElcoMaster 2 0 by connecting the gauge to the PC and following the onscreen prompts Once the data has been transferred to the computer the user can produce professional reports in seconds Data can also be transferred into programs such as Excel in a similar manner For more information regarding ElcoMaster 2 0 see page 27 Downloading Data Calibration Lock T To avoid accidental amendments to the calibration settings switching on the Cal Calibration Lock feature locks the user from undertaking any changes to the calibration without first un checking the Cal Calibration Lock feature When the Calibration Lock is enabled users can still test the calibration via Cal Test Calibration but will be unable to validate or re calibrate the gauge Counted Average BT 13 Users can pre define the number of readings using the counted average function When in batching
7. 7 tabs Details Provides useful information about the measurement gauge serial number batch name date the batch was created date and time of the first and last reading etc Statistics Provides the user with a wide range of statisitical calculations mean minimum and maximum reading standard deviation 30 coefficient of variation relevant information regarding the IMO PSPC analysis coating thickness gauge readings only Users can display the values on the graph by clicking the icon and selecting a colour Measurements Displays all the individual readings Users can alter the display order Date amp Time Relative Time seconds Relative Time minutes and Reading Number by clicking on the column title Individual measurements can be excluded included by right clicking on the specific measurement within the table Measurements can also be amended by overtyping the relevant reading Comments can be added to any measurement by clicking on and then typing into the relevant cell within the comments column Limits Shows any limits that were used whilst taking the readings or allows users to apply limits When set measurements outside the limits are highlighted within the measurement tab Users can display the values on the graph by clicking the icon and selecting a colour www elcometer com 42 FR Va _ rrr fron PR TPS S R R f Yt 7 UV Vf W 17 V 4 f L a E 1 L A CN yU J Cc iC
8. and Time 16 Delete Readings 22 Dimensions 58 Display 9 Brightness 6 Reading size 11 Rotating 12 Specification 58 Downloading Data via Bluetooth 13 27 36 via ElcoMaster 2 0 13 27 36 via USB 13 27 36 E ElcoMaster 2 0 27 Emergency Light Mode 12 Error Codes 55 F Factory Calibration 8 Firmware Updates 12 51 Fixed Batch Size 25 G Gauge About 3 Accessories 57 Error codes 55 Features 11 Firmware updates 12 51 Icons 54 Maintenance 60 Memory 17 Menu structures 56 Overview 4 Technical specifications 58 Warranty 12 60 Welcome screen 18 50 Specification 58 www elcometer com H High Limit 14 17 54 Highest Reading 14 54 l Icons 54 Immediate Mode 18 L Language Selection 6 11 Limits 17 50 Live Gauge Readings 44 Lowest Reading 14 54 M Maintenance 60 Mean 14 54 Memory 17 Menu Structure 56 P Probe Connection 5 Scale range 58 Technical specification 58 R Reading taking a 7 Reading Display 9 Reading Rate 11 Rotating Display 12 Run Chart 16 S SANS 5772 59 Scale Ranges 58 Setting Limits 17 Software ElcoMaster 2 0 27 Standards 59 Statistics 14 Switching On Off 6 I Technical Specifications 58 Test Certificates 59 Time and Date 16 Two Year Gauge Warranty 12 60 U Units Selecting 6 US Navy NSI 009 32 59 www elcometer com US Navy PPI 63101 000 59 W Welcome Screen 18 50 Weight 58 Wrist Harness Fitting 6 64 elcomeler www elcometer com ENGLAND USA ASI
9. carrying pouch when notin use Remove the batteries from the gauge and store them separately if the gauge is to remain unused for a long period of time This will prevent damage to the gauge in the event of malfunction of the batteries www elcometer com 60 20 LEGAL NOTICES amp REGULATORY INFORMATION The Elcometer 224 Model T meets the Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive The Model B meets the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive This product is Class B Group 1 ISM equipment according to CISPR 11 Class B product Suitable for use in domestic establishments and in establishments directly connected to a low voltage power supply network which supplies buildings used for domestic purposes Group 1 ISM product A product in which there is intentionally generated and or used conductively coupled radio frequency energy which is necessary for the internal functioning of the equipment itself Elcometer 224 Models B amp T The ACMA compliance mark can be accessed via Menu About Legal Regulatory This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Elcometer 224 Model T The Giteki mark its ordinance number and the FCC ID can be accessed via Menu About Legal Regulatory NOTE This equipment has been
10. distinct areas Data Tree Batches can be stored within folders in unique Project files By clicking on the Project filename users can then complete unique projecttags and batch tags as required Each batch of data is identified by the type of inspection Climate Batch Surface Profile Batch Surface Cleanliness Batch Dry Film Thickness Batch Material Ultrasonic NDT Batch MOE we l Clicking the computer mouse s right button over a file or folder provides the user with the following functions New Allows users to create a new Project E create a new Folder b import an Image import a PDF Document create a new batch type Cut Copy amp Paste Cut copy amp paste Inspection files and folders into other files or folders within the data tree Delete rename amp move to Allows delete rename or move a file Combine amp Split Combine batches of the same type or split a batch into equal sizes or by type Archive amp Restore Archive and restore inspection data Print PDF E mail amp Export Print generate a PDF e mail or exportto Excelora tab separated textfile the selected batch report www elcometer com e Command Tabs There are 6 command tabs which are the key functions required by the user Fa New Allows users to create anew Project create anew Folder L import an Image import a PDF edf txt Document create a new batch type JL Movet
11. number ofreadings stored in each batch To open a particular batch use the up and down arrow softkeys and select the appropriate batch The Elcometer 224 will return the gauge to the main reading screen and the selected batch name will be shown at the top of the display together with a unique gauge batch id number allowing no two batches to have exactly the same name Copying an existing batch By selecting Batch Copy Batch the user will find a list of all the batches that have already been created together with the number of readings stored in each batch To copy a particular batch use the up and down arrow softkeys and select the appropriate batch The Elcometer 224 will then copy all the batch settings batch type warning limits and the batch name and then ask the user whether they wish to rename the batch Pressing the Yes softkey the user will then be asked to rename the batch using the renaming procedure described on pages 19 20 Pressing the No softkey or pressing the Esc softkey whilst in the renaming procedure will make the Elcometer 224 copy the existing batch name to the new batch thereby two batches will have the same batch name Copying a batch does not copy the individual readings within that batch Clearing an existing batch 21 By Selecting Batch Edit Batch Clear Batch the user will find a list of all the batches that have already been created together with the number of readings stored in e
12. tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help To satisfy FCC RF Exposure requirements for mobile and base station transmission devices a separation distance of 20 cm or more should be maintained between the antenna of this device and persons during operation To ensure compliance operation at closer than this distance is not recommended The antenna s used for this transmitter must not be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter
13. 224 surface profile gauge All appropriate Elcometer gauges can be downloaded in a similar way e Select the Surface Profile tab and press Next gt ElcoMaster 2 0 supports the new Elcometer 224 identified in the software as Elcometer 224 2 and the old style Elcometer 224 e Select the Elcometer 224 2 tab and press Next gt www elcometer com www elcometer com e Select the appropriate connection method for the gauge Elcometer 224 Model B has USB data output the Model T has both USB and Bluetooth data output Users can purchase a USB Bluetooth Adaptor from Elcometer Part number T99924797 which will provide a Bluetooth solution to computers without internal bluetooth fitted If ElcoMaster 2 0 is installed onto a computer without Bluetooth capability however the Bluetooth tab is greyed out as displayed in top image e Select the appropriate connection method e Switch onthe Elcometer 224 e Connect the USB cable or make sure that Bluetooth is switched on in the gauge via Menu Bluetooth Enable Bluetooth T e Bluetooth users should return their gauge to the main reading screen before continuing e Press Next gt e After a screen prompt ElcoMaster 2 0 will search for and list all Elcometer 224 gauges 34 Each surface profile gauge connected is now listed e Select the appropriate gauge and press Next gt If connecting via Bl
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15. Deviation F Distal l 1 Coefficient of Variation Review Batch Batch Type a Gini Deleted Reading Batch Limits igh Limi High Limit Value Ma Number Above Limit Edit Batch Nominal Value Rename Batch Clear Batch Delete Batch Batch Type Calibration Normal Calibrate Review Batch CountedAverage O Factory Calibration Batch 1 Calibration Lock Statistics Test Calibration Batch Information Batch Limits Calibration Information Enable Limits O Readings Set Upper Batch Graph Set Lower Set Nominal O DO DP p000 p0 Deleted Reading Delete With Tag Delete Without Tag O www elcometer com 56 15 GAUGE MENU STRUCTURES CONTINUED BT Elcometer 224 Model B Menu Delete Last Reading Setup About Reset Emergency Light Display Clear Statistics Readings Only Readings amp Selected Stats Readings amp Bar Graph Statistics Data Last Five Readings 50 5 um 52 3 um 51 0 um 51 8 um 51 5um Escape Delete Calibration Pressing the Cal Softkey starts the calibration process 57 Setup Units Language Beep Volume Screen Settings Gauge Auto Off About Gauge Information Probe Information Contact Legal Statistics Clear Statistics View Selected View All Select Statistics Counted Average Screen Settings Screen Brightness Screen Timeout Auto Display Rotation Opening Screen Legal Legal Notices Regulatory Regulatory FE CE Select Statistics Number of Readings Mean Lowe
16. Lower and set the limit value to Off using the up and down soft keys The programmed limit values can be displayed on the reading screen via Display Statistics Select Statistics and checking the appropriate radio button The maximum number of statistics that can be displayed on the reading screen at the same time is 8 If a low limit has been set up the upper limit value cannot be lower than the pre set lower limit Individual limits can also be set up for each batch on Model T gauges For more information see Batching on page 18 Gauge Welcome Screen ST Users can adjust the start up screen on their Elcometer 224 gauges via the ElcoMaster 2 0 software see page 50 for more information 7 BATCHING T The Elcometer 224 Model T has two measurement modes Immediate mode Where readings are taken rolling statistics calculated and displayed but individual values are not stored in the memory and Batching Where readings are stored into memory in batches Batches allow the user to collate readings for easier analysis of large structures or complex assemblies The Elcometer 224 Model T gauge can store a total of 150 000 readings in up to 2 500 batches and has the following batching functions Create anew batch Batch New Batch Open an existing batch Batch Open Existing Batch Rename an existing batch Batch Edit Batch Rename Batch www elcometer com 18 Copy a batch including all calibration and limit setups Batch Copy Ba
17. Operating Instructions The New Elcometer 224 Surface Profile Gauge AMMA CEEE Gauge Dimensions Integral 168 x 73 x 37mm 6 61 x 2 87 x 1 46 Separate 141 x 73 x 37mm 5 55 x 2 87 x 1 46 Gauge Weight Integral 218g 7 690z including batteries Separate 161g 5 680z including batteries Elcometer Limited 2012 2014 All rights reserved No part of this document may be reproduced transmitted transcribed stored in a retrieval system or otherwise or translated into any language in any form or by any means electronic mechanical magnetic optical manual or otherwise without the prior written permission of Elcometer Limited TMA 0524 Issue 06 www elcometer com CONTENTS Section A ON OO BO NY gt 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 GAUGE OVERVIEW AND BOX CONTENTS scsssssessesessessessessessessesstssessesseseeeseeees GETTING STARTED ccccccccssssssesssessessesucssesucsucsucsscsuesssucsesssssessessessessesesssesessueseceneee TAKING A READING CALIBRATING AND TESTING THE GAUGE CALIBRATION THE DISPLAY THE GAUGE FEATURES BATCHING Thann DOWNLOADING DATA USING ELCOMASTER 2 0 BT ELCOMASTER MOBILE APPS There CLOUD COMPUTING WITH ELCOMASTER There GETTING THE MOST OUR OF ELCOMASTER cscsssssesseseessessessesecssesesssesesseseeeees CHANGING THE WELCOME SCREEN BT GAUGE FIRMWARE UPDATES BT ss sesseesessessecsessessessessessessessesseseessesseeseeeeeees GAUGE ICONS amp ERROR MES
18. SAGES BT GAUGE MENU STRUCTURES BT cs ssssssessessessessecsessecsesseesesersstsetsstseesetssesseeeeeees GAUGE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS BT PROBE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS BT GAUGE amp PROBE ACCESSORIES BT ADDITIONAL REFERENCE INFORMATION nine LEGAL amp REGULATORY INFORMATION een www elcometer com WELCOME Thank you for your purchase of this Elcometer 224 Surface Profile Gauge Welcome to Elcometer Elcometer are world leaders in the design manufacture and supply of coatings inspection equipment Our products cover all aspects of coating inspection from development through application to post application inspection The Elcometer 224 Surface Profile Gauge is a world beating product With the purchase of this gauge you now have access to the worldwide service and support network of Elcometer For more information visit www elcometer com ABOUT YOUR GAUGE The Elcometer 224 Surface Profile Gauge is a handheld gauge for fast and accurate measurement of surface profile The gauge is available in two models Model B and T This manual describes the operation of both Elcometer 224 models and indicates where necessary which specific model s the feature is available on in brackets after the feature All versions of the gauge feature an easy to use menu driven graphical interface which guides the user through tasks such as gauge configuration and calibration adjustment The gauge is available either with a bu
19. Test Certificate free of charge For separate gauges the test measurements are generated using factory reference probes Each probe test certificate is generated using factory reference gauges Comprehensive Calibration Certificates traceable to National Standards UKAS and NIST are also available and should be requested at the point of order Please speak to your Elcometer representative for further information 59 www elcometer com Warranty and Maintenance The Elcometer 224 does not contain any user serviceable components In the unlikely event of a fault the gauge should be returned to your local Elcometer supplier or directly to Elcometer The warranty will be invalidated if the gauge has been opened The Elcometer 224 gauge is supplied with a 1 year warranty against manufacturing defects To extend this warranty to 2 years register your gauge via the www elcometer com website Probes are consumable items and have a 1 year warranty from the date of purchase against manufacturing defects only After continued use the precision manufactured probe tip will wear increasing the tip size and will then need to be replaced This is a user replaceable item see Gauge and Probe Accessories on page 59 This gauge incorporates a Liquid Crystal Display LCD If the display reaches a temperature above 70 C 158 F it may be damaged This can happen if the gauge is left in a car parked in strong sunlight Always store the gauge in its
20. aboration for multi site projects Real time collaboration for multi site projects When working with manufacturers of sub assemblies across the globe ElcoMaster can collate all inspection data from each site assembly line and project into one shared location Contractors can then e Accept or reject parts before shipment from sub assembly plants e Combine all data from sub assembly and final assembly inspection to generate Project Inspection Reports for quality management both during and after completion of the project e Have real time in progress visibility across the whole project no matter where the sub assembly manufacturing is in the world e Have multi site collaboration real time dialogue and decision making to improve efficiency and quality throughout the production process 51 Email Real time communication Featuring instant messaging the ElcoMaster Mobile App lets you add messages to inspection data projects and files allowing you to immediately discuss key points with your colleagues managers or clients send work instructions and store messages within the project file Your data your choice your control ElcoMaster 2 0 allows you to decide which Cloud service provider to use It is your data it is Secure as only approved users can have access no third parties can see your data ElcoMaster Mobile App is compatible with a range of cloud service providers and FTP servers i
21. ach batch To clear a particular batch s individual readings only use the up and down arrow softkeys and select the appropriate batch www elcometer com After a request for confirmation the gauge will clear the readings from the selected batch and return the gauge to the list of batches To clear another batch repeat the procedure To return the gauge back to the previous menu press the Back softkey The user can clear all batches via Batch Edit Batch Clear Batch All Batches Reviewing an existing batch By selecting Batch Review Batch the user will find a list of all the batches that have already been created together with the number of readings stored in each batch To review a particular batch use the up and down arrow softkeys and select the appropriate batch The Elcometer 224 will then open up the Review Batch menu allowing the user to Review the statistics of the batch Review the batch information including the date and time the batch was created the batch type normal or counted average the probe type and serial number used to take the readings the batch limits if set Review the batch s calibration information including the date and time the batch was last calibrated or verified the probe type and serial number Review the individual readings The Elcometer 224 displays the readings in numerical order the first reading is at the top icons indicating a reading above or below the limit deleted rea
22. atch type an additional window will appear select the required Collect Design E5 A new batch will be created Unlike Standard batches it will have an additional tab with the same name as the Collect Design click on this to show your design To begin collection e Click on Connect Gauge in the Live Readings window e Selecta gauge from the list e Select the relevant connection method ElcoMaster 2 0 will link the selected gauge and when ready display the gauge information within the Live Readings window Once connected green arrows will flash around the first reading circle to measure When a measurement is taken the reading circle will change to show the measured value and the green arrows will move to the next reading a The gauge must be connected to ElcoMaster 2 0 before it will appear in the list see pages 33 35 The reading circle will be green if the measurement is within set limits and red if outside limits www elcometer com 46 9 ELCOMASTER MOBILE APPS T Ideal when out in the field or on site live readings can be stored directly onto a mobile device and saved into batches Inspection data can be transferred from mobile to PC for further analysis and reporting ElcoMaster Mobile Apps features include e Store live readings directly on to a mobile device and save into batches e Download batches straight to a mobile device allowing data analysis i
23. automatically names it Batch n where n is the next unused batch number e g Batch 1 Batch 2 Batch 3 etc www elcometer com Torename a batch either e when creating a new batch press Batch New Batch Rename Batch 1 or e press Batch Edit Batch Rename Batch and select the Batch to be renamed from the list of existing batches The current name of the batch is in white in the middle of the display with a yellow cursor icon to the right of the name Using the left arrow right arrow and Select softkeys the user can rename the batch as required The yellow raised character or function is the item that will be chosen by pressing the Select soft key Stores the name and returns the user to the previous screen Deletes the last character of the name Selects the character A B or C etc 123 Changes the selection characters to 1234567890 ABC Changes the selection characters to ABCDEFGHJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ Changes the selection characters to ACU GHB Changes the selection characters to I SE amp I lt gt Pressing the Esc softkey at any time cancels the whole operation without making any changes to the original name To store the re named name highlight OK and press the Select softkey www elcometer com 20 Batch 1 Opening an existing batch By selecting Batch Open Existing Batch the user will find a list of all the batches that have already been created together with the
24. collection guide in ElcoMaster 2 0 or transferred to an Android mobile phone or tablet using ElcoMaster Mobile see pages 47 48 ue 2 8 ee ee Click on the Design Collect tab and TEES select an existing template or click New Design When creating a new design you will be asked to Enteraname and description Select the Batch Type Profile Material Thickness DFT or Surface Cleanliness EL 1 1 A S eee Add the required image to collect readings against an De Specify the number of readings to be EN collected Enter relevant Limits Request a prompt to begin the next set of readings or begin automatically Choose to create a new batch for each set of readings or create a single batch gt RE HE HN ES ES EE i Ex with multiple reading sets e Click Finish to begin the design To design the collect image sequence simply click and hold each reading circle in turn drag onto the image where readings are to be taken and adjust the size accordingly Once complete click Save and click the X button in the top right to close the design window To use Design Collect switch ElcoMaster 2 0 to Advanced Mode by clicking on the Expand Arrow and selecting Start Advanced Mode 45 www elcometer com elcomeler mms Using a Collect Design cC Ee Selectthe View tab V e Select a folder or project and click the New button e Move the cursor to relevant b
25. cting Yes will start the calibration procedure If the user chooses not to recalibrate the Cal softkey will continue to flash until the gauge is recalibrated 5 THE DISPLAY The Elcometer 224 gauge has a colour display e White characters All measurement and statistical values e Orange characters All menu items statistical parameters and symbols e Red measurement value which is outside set limits a limit symbol when the limit value has been exceeded Model T e indicates reading outside range of probe 9 www elcometer com Model a Green LED BT A b Battery Life Indicator BT c Bluetooth On T 2 d Probe Scale BT e Upper Limit On T o f Units of Measurement BT um mils mm inch g Batch Type T normal counted average h Menu Softkey BT Display Softkey BT j Red LED T Reading outside limit k Batch Name T displayed when in batching Date amp Time displayed when not in batching User Selectable Statistics BT 4 rows m Reading Value BT n Calibration Softkey BT o Batch Softkey BT p Bar Graph BT highest lowest amp average reading q Lower Limit On T r Softkeys BT s Run Chart T last 20 readings t Upper and Lower Limits On T For a complete list of icons see Gauge Icons on page 54 55 www elcometer com 10 Reading display size The character size of the measurement value on the display increases or decreases depending on the number of statistics that are display
26. d by pressing the Data softkey Model T A total of 150 000 readings can be stored into the gauge s memory either in a single batch or in up to 2 500 batches see Batching on page 18 Each batch can be individually named Limits T 17 During the inspection process surfaces can often have specified minimum and or maximum profile values Users can program upper and or lower warning limits into the Elcometer 224 gauge by selecting Menu Set Limits Set Upper or Menu Set Limits Set Lower To switch the limits on the user should ensure that the Enable Limits radio button is checked e When an Upper Limit has been set up and enabled the 2 icon is displayed e When a Lower Limit has been set up and enabled the icon is displayed If both Upper and Lower limits have been set up and enabled then the two icons are displayed together as When the Elcometer 224 gauge takes a reading which is outside the set limits the following occurs The Red LED flashes The reading is displayed in red The alarm beeps 3 times The associated limit icon turns red www elcometer com In addition the number of readings above limit or below limit as applicable statistic is incremented when readings are stored into memory the reading is tagged with either the high or low icon as appropriate For more information see Batching on page 18 To switch off a particular limit go to Menu Set Limits Set Upper or Menu Set Limits Set
27. d with a 1 year warranty against manufacturing defects To extend this warranty to 2 years simply register your gauge via the elcometer com website Emergency light mode BT If all the lighting fails during an Inspection in dark environments the gauge is fitted with an emergency light feature once selected Menu Emergency Light the display turns bright white To switch off this function either press and hold the Esc softkey or power off the gauge Automatic rotating display BT Using the internal accelerometer the gauge will automatically rotate the display to allow you to easily read the thickness value in any orientation 0 90 180 amp 270 This function can be switched off by un checking Menu Setup Display Auto Display Rotation Gauge firmware updates BT Using Elcometer s free data management software ElcoMaster 2 0 users can receive prompts when there is a gauge firmware update available for their model version When the Elcometer 224 is connected via USB to any computer with an internet connection and with ElcoMaster 2 0 installed ElcoMaster 2 0 highlights the availability of a firmware update identifies to the user the new features and guides the user through the gauge firmware update process Caution before upgrading your gauge firmware ensure that you have downloaded all inspection readings from the gauge For more information regarding ElcoMaster 2 0 see page 27 Downloading Data
28. dings icon S is displayed if Delete With Tag selected Review a graph of all individual readings within a batch Batch Reading Graph see page 23 www elcometer com 22 Batch Readings Graph 23 By selecting Batch Review Batch Batch Graph the user can review all readings in the selected batch as a graph Up to five horizontal axes can be displayed representing different values statistics as follows Highest reading in the batch Hi Lowest reading in the batch Lo for batches of more than one reading Mean of readings in the batch X for batches of more than one reading High limit for the batch when enabled GG J Low limit for the batch 3 when enabled Thereadings are displayed as white or red vertical bars white if a reading is within limits or no limits have been set and red if outside setlimits lf there are more readings in the batch than can be displayed on a single screen multiple readings will be combined into one bar Should a single reading within the combined bar be outside the enabled limits the whole bar willbe red Pessing the Zoom softkey allows each individual reading to be displayed thereby showing the individual readings outside the limits When zoomed in the graph will always display the first 25 readings Pressing the softkey will display the last 25 readings taken Subsequent presses of the softkey will scroll backwards pressing t
29. e for the connected gauge by displaying the Update Gauge button Please note that users can update the gauge firmware via a USB connection only Clicking the Update Gauge button will display a list of the Fixes in all the updates that have been released since the gauge s last upgrade e Press Next gt to continue Warning updating the gauge firmware will result in all readings batches statistics and calibrations being deleted The gauge will also be returned to the factory default settings e Press Next gt to commence downloading the latest firmware to the Elcometer 224 Warning Do not switch off the computer or disconnect the gauge during the gauge upgrade Typical firmware updates include gauge enhancements amendments language updates etc Users cannot upgrade a Model B to a Model T 53 www elcometer com 14 GAUGE ICONS amp ERROR MESSAGES BT Icon DE F Ep 5 4b di ib IP 4 ab P dl gt Description Number of Readings Mean average Standard Deviation Highest Reading Lowest Reading Coefficient of Variation Counted Average when not in Batching Low Limit Set High Limit Set High and Low Limit Set Number of readings below Limit Number of readings above Limit High Limit Set Reading outside High Limit Low Limit Set Reading outside Low Limit Low amp High Limit Set Reading outside High Limit Low amp High Limit Set Reading
30. e same time For more information on downloading batches see page 27 Note Once a fixed batch size batch has been created and data has been stored into the memory the user cannot rename the batch name within the gauge The batch name can be amended using the ElcoMaster 2 0 software www elcometer com 26 C C 8 DOWNLOADING DATA USING ELCOMASTER 2 0 BT Measurements from the Elcometer 224 Model T can be downloaded to a computer using the ElcoMaster 2 0 software supplied with Model T gauges downloadable from the Elcometer website for Model B gauges or the older versions of ElcoMaster This instruction book explains how users can download data using ElcoMaster 2 0 Open File Security Warning Do you want to run this file Name SetupElcoMaster2 exe Publisher Elcometer Limited Type Application From Z Cancel potentially harm your computer Only run software from publishers While files from the Internet can be useful this file type can you trust What s the risk fe Setup ElcoMaster 2 0 27 elcometer Welcome to the ElcoMaster 2 0 Setup Wizard This will install ElcoMaster 2 0 on your computer It is recommended that you close all other applications before continuing Click Next to continue or Cancel to exit Setup Installing ElcoMaster 2 0 To install ElcoMaster 2 0 insert the supplied mini CD into your CD ROM drive The software will automatically begin
31. ect specifically to iPod iPhone or iPad respectively and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards Please note thatthe use of this accessory with iPod iPhone or iPad may affect wireless performance iPad iPhone and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc registered in the U S and other countries App Store is a trademark of Apple Inc registered in the U S and other countries Google Play is a trademark of Google Inc All other trademarks acknowledged www elcometer com 62 21 INDEX Numerics 2 Year Gauge Warranty 12 60 A Accessories 59 Analogue Bar Graph 15 ASTM D4417 B 59 B Batching 18 Batch Readings Graph 23 Clearing an existing batch 21 Copying an existing batch 21 Creating a new batch 19 Delete an existing batch 24 Naming batches 19 Opening an existing batch 21 Reviewing an existing batch 22 Types 24 Batch Mode 18 Batch Naming 19 Batch Size 25 Batch Types 24 Counted Average 24 54 Normal 24 54 Battery Batteries Condition 5 55 Fitting 5 Life of 5 55 Powered 12 Precuations 60 Specification 58 Beep Volume 7 55 Bluetooth Data output 13 Downloading data 27 PIN Code 35 USB Adaptor 59 C Calibration 8 Certificates 59 Lock 13 54 Testing 8 Validating 8 Certification 59 63 Character Size 11 Coefficient of Variation 14 54 D Date
32. ed or if a graph is displayed on the measurement screen To maximise the reading size either e reduce the number of statistical values that are displayed via Display Statistics Select Statistics or e display the reading only by checking the Display Readings Only radio button 6 THE GAUGE FEATURES The Elcometer 224 Surface Profile Gauge has a number of easy to use features and functions to help the user be more efficient These include Fast reading rate BT The Elcometer 224 is capable of taking up to 60 accurate repeatable and reproducible measurements every minute Easy to use menu structure in more than 30 languages BT Designed to be intuitive the Elcometer 224 menus and calibration instructions are available in multiple languages via Menu Setup Language Bright colour screen BT Each gauge is supplied with a scratch and solvent resistant 2 4 60mm TFT colour screen which clearly displays the reading The screen brightness can be adjusted manually via Menu Setup Screen Settings Screen Brightness Manual or automatically using the gauge s ambient light sensor which can be switched on via Menu Setup Screen Settings Screen Brightness Auto 11 www elcometer com Battery or USB Powered BT Each gauge can be powered either using 2 x AA lithium alkaline or rechargeable batteries or by connecting the Elcometer 224 to your PC via a USB cable Two year gauge warranty BT The Elcometer 224 gauge is supplie
33. fferent means one should use the coefficient of variation for comparison instead of standard deviation o J T High Limit T T Low Limit zi T Number of readings above the high limit Tr T Number ofreadings below the low limit User definable warning limits can be set Once the reading exceeds the limit the gauge notifies the user by turning the reading and relevant limit icon red flashing the red LED and sounding the alarm beep For more information see Limits on page 17 N T Nominal Value www elcometer com 14 Analogue Bar Graph BT Byselecting Display Readings amp Bar Graph the user can view an analogue representation of the current reading together with the highest Hi lowest Lo and average x reading The graph is updated automatically when each reading is taken The values on the top left and right of the bar signify the measurement range from zero to the thick calibration foil value plus 10 If calibrated using the factory calibration the probe scale range plus 10 is used If limits are set the limit values 10 are used and the relevant limit icon is displayed above the bar in the appropriate position With Limits The current measurement is displayed as a white or red bar white if within set limits and red if outside set limits If below the lower limit the left arrow head is also filled red and if above the upper limit the right arrow head is filled red lf the next measurement taken is within
34. for and list all Elcometer 224 gauges with Bluetooth enabled Each gauge is identified as E 224 2 followed by the serial number Select the Elcometer 224 gauge required The mobile device now will attempt to pair with the selected gauge A Bluetooth pairing request will appear on both the mobile device and gauge Accept the pairing request on both The mobile device and Elcometer 224 gauge are now paired www elcometer com 48 C 10 CLOUD COMPUTING WITH ELCOMASTER 2 0 T EP ElcoMaster 2 0 is now compatible with Cloud Computing e Create a Cloud account via a Cloud service provider e g Dropbox Google Drive Skydrive or your own cloud based FTP server e All approved users of the cloud account will have instant access to all inspection data in real time e Data can be accessed by authorised users via secure log in from any computer or mobile device anywhere in the world via Bluetooth USB WiFI or 3G 4G e Using the ElcoMaster instant messaging feature job instructions can be sent or stored in specific job files e Wherever you are in the world ElcoMaster Mobile allows you to instantly upload to the cloud via 3G 4G or WiFi 49 www elcometer com 11 GETTING THE MOST OUT OF ELCOMASTER 2 0 ElcoMaster has been designed to be a very intuitive method of developing professional reports it is however extremely versatile Here are just a few ways ElcoMaster can be used in the day to day activit
35. for further guidance www elcometer com 2 GETTING STARTED Fitting the batteries Your gauge is supplied with batteries ready to fit To insert or replace the batteries 1 Lift the latch at the back of the gauge and rotate anticlockwise 2 Remove the battery compartment cover 3 Insert 2 batteries type LR6 AA taking care to ensure correct battery polarity 4 Replace battery compartment cover and rotate the latch clockwise to close The battery condition is indicated by a symbol in the top right of the display e Full symbol orange batteries at full capacity e Empty symbol red flashing batteries at lowest sustainable level To maximise battery life ensure that Auto Screen Brightness is selected or the screen brightness is low via Menu Setup Screen Settings Screen Brightness and the Bluetooth Model T is disabled if you are not using it via Menu Bluetooth and uncheck the Enable Bluetooth radio button Connecting the probe separate gauges only 1 Rotate the probe plug to align the pins 2 Screw in the collar clockwise 5 www elcometer com Fitting the wrist harness Awrist harness is supplied with each gauge This can be fitted into the right hand side of the gauge using the wrist strap connection To fit the harness pass the harness loop through the wrist strap connection pass the main wrist harness through the loop and pull Switching the gauge on off e To switch on press on
36. gs to statistics based on the counted average as each set of reading are taken v DO x DO NOT Hold the probe by the probe sleeve Drag the probe over the surface Firmly place the probe onto the Bang the probe down hard onto surface the surface Allow the metal base to make e Swing the probe by its cable contact with the surface to improve accuracy www elcometer com 4 CALIBRATING AND TESTING THE GAUGE CALIBRATION Calibrating the gauge is the process of zeroing the gauge on a smooth glass zero tile Calibration foils can be used to check the accuracy of the gauge across its measurement range The Elcometer 224 has on screen instructions to guide the user through the calibration method To calibrate 1 Press the Cal softkey 2 Select Calibrate T 3 When prompted place the probe onto the glass zero tile gt If the Cal softkey is flashing the gauge should be calibrated To calibrate using the factory calibration B 1 Press the Menu softkey 2 Select Reset Gauge Metric Gauge or Imperial Gauge To calibrate using the factory calibration T 1 Select Cal Factory Calibration and follow the on screen instructions gt The factory calibration returns the gauge to the calibration set up during manufacture and final test using factory reference probes Factory calibration is not as accurate as a gauge calibration but gives the user the ability to calibrate when no zero tile is available E g To test the calibra
37. he gt softkey will scroll forwards through the readings 25 readings ata time Pressing the Zoom softkey returns to the original overview graph of all readings in the batch To return the gauge to the Batch Review menu press the Back softkey www elcometer com Delete an existing batch By Selecting Batch Edit Batch Delete Batch the user will find a list of all the batches that have already been created together with the number of readings stored in each batch To delete a particular batch s individual readings only use the up and down arrow softkeys and select the appropriate batch After a request for confirmation the gauge will delete the selected batch and return the gauge to the list of batches To delete another batch repeat the procedure to return the gauge back to the previous menu press the Back softkey The user can delete all batches from the gauge by selecting Batch Edit Batch Delete Batch All Batches Exit Batching To stop using the Batching Mode and return to the Immediate mode select Batch Exit Batching Batch Types When saving readings into a batch you have a choice of how the readings are managed within the gauge Normal Each reading is saved into memory Press Batch New Batch Batch Type and then select Normal Counted Average The average of a predefined number of readings is saved into memory For example a counted average of 3 means The average of Reading 1 Reading 2 Reading 3 is st
38. ies of a coating professional 1 Gauge to PC to Excel 4 Upload to a cloud for real time 9 analysis anywhere Transferring inspection data straight O Be into Microsoft Excel via Bluetooth or eu USB is simple and easy 2 Gauge to PC data transfer into Using ElcoMaster Mobile App you can ElcoMaster 2 0 upload inspection data photos notes and GPS coordinates direct to a Cloud Oz ait account of your choice via 3G 4G or E 7 um WiFi Z Using Bluetooth or USB ElcoMaster All data is instantly visible to other transfers inspection data in seconds approved users of the account through archiving data and generating reports at secure log in on any computer or the click of a button mobile device anywhere in the world 3 ElcoMaster Mobile App for 5 Seamlessly link multiple sites or immediate data transfer from site production lines D lt Email E ElcoMaster 2 0 gives you real time quality control monitoring from multiple inspection projects in any location You can compare and combine inspection data from different production lines or different locations to produce specific Project Inspection Reports quickly and easily www elcometer com 50 Transfer inspection data straight to mobiles and tablets via Bluetooth when on site for instant analysis then e mail them back to the office for storing review and QA reporting 11 GETTING THE MOST OUT OF ELCOMASTER 2 0 6 Real time coll
39. ilt in integral probe or as a separate probe version A range of probes is available to suit requirements CONVENTIONS IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS The Elcometer 224 is operated using a simple menu structure which helps you get the most from your gauge As an example the Languages option is located within Setup which is under the Menu softkey and is shown in these instructions as Menu Setup Language 3 www elcometer com 1GAUGEOVERVIEWANDBOXCONTENTS oC Gauge Overview OONDODOAGAaRON LED Indicators Red left Green right Colour Screen Multifunction Softkeys On Off Key Separate Probe Connection Internal Probe Wrist Strap Connection Battery Compartment 1 4 turn open close USB Data Output Socket below cover Box Contents Elcometer 224 Surface Profile Gauge Calibration Test Foils Nominal Values 125 amp 500um and Glass Zero Tile Integral gauges Test Certificate Wrist Harness Protective Case Model B amp T Transit Case Model T 1 x Screen Protector Probe Protection Cap Integral gauges 2 x AA Batteries USB Cable amp ElcoMaster 2 0 Software Model T User Guide For separate gauges the test foils glass zero tile and probe protection cap are supplied with the separate probe Packaging The gauge is packed in cardboard packaging Please ensure that this packaging is disposed of in an environmentally sensitive manner Please Consult your Local Environmental Authority
40. le Probe Standard 125mm 4 92 25mm 1 Separate Flat Surface Profile Probe Armoured 165mm 6 50 25mm 1 Separate Convex Surface Profile Probe Standard 135mm 5 31 75mm 3 Probe Design Separate Convex Surface Profile Probe Armoured 175mm 6 89 75mm 3 Gauge with Integral Probe 185mm 7 28 25mm 1 t Patent Applied For Minimum Pipe Diameter www elcometer com 58 18 GAUGE amp PROBE ACCESSORIES BT Description Part Number Separate Integral Gauges Gauges Protective Case 199923369 22423368 Plastic Transit Case 122423371 122423370 Replacement Tip Pack of 2 with Fixing Tool T22420053 122420053 Replacement Tip Pack of 5 T22420095 122420095 Probe Tip Protection Cap T22419793 122419793 Glass Zero Tile with Wallet T22420072 38122420072 Certified Calibration Test Kit T22421882C 122421882C 125um amp 500um 5 amp 20mils Calibration Foils Glass Zero Tile amp Calibration Certificate USB Cable T99921325 199921325 USB Bluetooth Adaptor for PC s without Bluetooth T99924797 T99924797 Self Adhesive Screen Protectors x10 199922341 199922341 19 ADDITIONAL REFERENCE INFORMATION Standards The Elcometer 224 can be used in accordance with the following National and International Standards ASTM D4417 B SANS 5772 US Navy NSI 009 32 US Navy PPI 63101 000 Certification Every Elcometer 224 gauge and separate probe is supplied with a
41. ltiple text files J CQATK XML USEF CQATK OML The Download Wizard will now guide the user through the simple download readings process ElcoMaster 2 0 allows users to download their gauge readings e Directly into ElcoMaster 2 0 e Directly into an Excel Spreadsheet bypassing ElcoMaster 2 0 e into a text file for use in other software programs or e intoaCQATK XML file e Select the appropriate option e Select or create a new project folder as required ElcoMaster Batch File users Users wishing to export directly into Excel will also be asked to select a single or multiple spreadsheet option Single all batches selected will be downloaded into a single spreadsheet Multiple each batch will be downloaded into a separate spreadsheet tab e Select one or more individual batches or click on All Files and press Next gt When downloading data into ElcoMaster 2 0 as opposed to directly into a spreadsheet or a text file downloaded data is stored in Projects allowing users to clearly identify inspections www elcometer com 36 The User will be asked to select a ea project name from the list gt Alternatively the user can create a New Project name e Select or create a new project and press Next gt _ e Select a single or multiple ea batches from the list or click on All Files as required then press Next gt din Eee dee d e Select or create a new folder ee to
42. ments Print email or PDF standard reports Export data to Excel or other software packages as required Archive and restore old data www elcometer com e SavedReports Once a user has generated a PDF report from within the View action tab the report is automatically saved within the Saved Reports action tab for reference and review Advanced Mode All the features of Excel Link and Standard Mode plus e Design custom reports e View data in standard forms predefined within the Design Report action tab or by Elcometer e Design a collection template to guide inspectors where and in which order readings should be taken see page 46 for further details Users can switch between operating modes at any time by pressing the Expand Arrow and selecting the mode required www elcometer com 32 Connecting an Elcometer gauge to ElcoMaster 2 0 BT In order to download any gauge readings from the Elcometer 224 the user must first Connect the gauge by clicking the Connect Gauge 33 button on the Download action tab Film Thickness Hardness w papa BR ckness of dey fims A Gauges that meavare hardness using the Persos test aapear Simgle t pole rzon d mi with ti y to ickness Appearance Gauges that measure gloss haze shade opacity amp l color CE Ultrasonic NOT Gauges Uttrasorec thickness gauges to determine the thickness aura Eager vu menn renn the pi Lol of a surface to cf
43. mmediately on site e Transfer inspection data to PC for further analysis and reporting e Analyse data via sequential readings statistics charts amp histograms or on images e Download collection images created using the Design Collect function within ElcoMaster 2 0 to indicate where and in which order readings should be taken e Take photographs and add them to batch readings at the click of a button e Map readings onto maps photographs or diagrams 47 www elcometer com ANDROID APP ON ee es pig palin a roel running Android 2 1 or above To install Google play download using the Google Play Store app and follow the on screen instructions 6 Avail Sane nee Made for iPhone 5S iPhone 5C iPhone 5 App Store iPhone 4S iPhone 4 iPad 4th generation iPad mini iPad 2 and iPod touch 4th and 5th generation To install download via the App Store and follow the on screen instructions Connecting via Bluetooth to a Mobile Device To use ElcoMaster Mobile Apps the Elcometer 224 gauge must be paired with mobile device via Bluetooth 1 Switch on the Elcometer 224 and ensure that Bluetooth is enabled via Menu Bluetooth Enable Bluetooth Return the gauge to the main reading screen before continuing Switch on the mobile device and enable Bluetooth usually via Settings refer to the operating instructions for the mobile device The mobile device will search
44. ncluding Google Drive FTP Server Dropbox www elcometer com 12 CHANGING THE WELCOME SCREEN BT Each time the Elcometer 224 gauge is switched on the Elcometer logo is displayed Users can add their own logo image or identification details as required via ElcoMaster 2 0 Once the gauge has been connected mms g o ElcoMaster 2 0 see pages 33 pen 35 to add a user welcome screen Gauges Elcemeter 224 2 POB Serui 8 NYA R Ona COP runi ADDON lt LE 4 r m o z Switch on your gauge Select the Download Action Tab Click the Edit button on the right hand side of the appropriate gauge Select Change Welcome Screen from the drop down menu select the required image and or add user specific text Select Stretch Image or Centre Image as required and press Next gt Select the appropriate connection method and press Next gt ElcoMaster 2 0 will now download the selected image into the gauge This may take some time www elcometer com 52 13 GAUGE FIRMWARE UPDATES BT Each time the Elcometer 224 gauge is connected to ElcoMaster 2 0 see pages 33 35 if the computer has access to the internet ElcoMaster 2 0 automatically checks to see if there are any gauge firmware updates for the connected gauge mgn pr Cancel ElcoMaster 2 0 will inform the user when there are any firmware updates availabl
45. nditions using the internal light sensor screen brightness can also be changed via Menu Setup Screen Settings Screen Brightness Note Manually increasing the screen brightness will reduce battery life Adjusting the beep volume Each time a measurement is taken the gauge will beep The beep volume can be adjusted and can even be switched off via Menu Setup Beep Volume 3 TAKING A READING 1 Hold the gauge integral or the probe by its sleeve separate gauge 2 To take a reading bring the probe down onto the surface whilst holding it 3 4 v perpendicular For subsequent readings lift the probe off and then replace it onto the surface To accurately assess the surface profile 5 10 readings should be taken over a surface area of 150mm 6 sq in The average of these readings will indicate the surface profile peak to valley height of that area Users can pre define the number of readings using the counted average function When in batching Model T press Batch New Batch Batch Type select Counted Average and set the number of readings as required The average of this pre defined number will be saved into the batch but the individual readings within the counted average are not saved When notin batching Model B amp T press Display Statistics Counted Average and set the number of readings as required When using counted average the gauge switches between displaying statistics based on individual readin
46. nerated www elcometer com e Live Gauge Readings BT ElcoMaster 2 0 allows users to transfer data from a gauge as the readings are taken to be stored in a batch within ElcoMaster 2 0 Live gauge readings can be recorded via Bluetooth T or USB BT connections 25 O D e Once the gauge has been connected to ElcoMaster 2 0 see pages 33 35 switch on your gauge and click the Live Readings button on the View Action Tab e Select the appropriate batch or create a new batch for the readings to be recorded into dasa ElcoMaster 2 0 will now open up r Fs a the Live Readings display and ask the user to Connect Gauge e Click onthe Connect Gauge e Selecta gauge from the list e Select the relevant connection method if more than one qu connection method has been set muy l up see pages 33 35 EE ElcoMaster 2 0 will then link with TT TTT the selected gauge and when ready Mian 1 a 1 a a n E display the gauge information within 7 the Live Readings window PEEN e At any time the user can select a different batch to change where the next reading is taken e Click the om button or switch a of the gauge to disconnect SBP Tid vo www elcometer com 44 e Design Collect The Design Collect function allows users to set up a collection template to guide Inspectors where and in which order readings should be taken This image can be used as a
47. o Moves the selected items to a different folder Print Prints a report of the selected items ror PDF Generates a PDF report of the selected items Email I Generates a PDF report of the selected items and attaches It to an email f Export Allows the user to export the selected items into Excel or as a text or CQATK XML file www elcometer com 40 e Template Tabs amp Graph Window There are currently 2 graphs within ElcoMaster 2 0 individuals and histogram Clicking a template tab displays the relevant graph in the Graph Window ate 2S se 82 me i gt 4 When the Individuals Graph is displaying climate data additional tabs appear on the right hand side allowing the user to select a measurement to view from the following RH Relative Humidity Ts Surface Temperature Ta AirTemperature Td Dewpoint Temperature TA Delta T Ts Td Tdb Dry Bulb Temperature Twb Wet bulb Temperature SH Specific Humidity Right mouse click on the individuals graph allows users to select the x axis value between Date amp Time Relative Time seconds Reading Number Relative Time minutes Left clicking and dragging the mouse across the individuals chart allows users to zoom in on a specific area of the graph The zoom can be reset by clicking onthe icon www elcometer com e Measurement Data Window The measurement data window provides the user with a range of information under
48. off key for more than 0 5 seconds e To switch off press and hold on off key until the screen blanks The gauge will switch off automatically after 5 minutes of inactivity To switch off this feature press Menu Setup and uncheck the Gauge Auto Off radio button Selecting a language When the gauge Is switched on for the first time after dispatch from the Elcometer factory the display will show the language selection screen 1 Select your language using the NY softkeys 2 Follow the on screen menus To access the language menu when in a foreign language 1 Switch the gauge OFF 2 Press and hold the left softkey and switch the gauge ON 3 Select your language using the MY softkeys The language can also be changed via Menu Setup Language Selecting units The Elcometer 224 can display readings in both metric and imperial measurement units microns millimetres mils or inches The appropriate measurement unit can be changed via Menu Setup Units Selecting Manual or Auto Screen Brightness Adjustment When the language has been selected following first switch on or after a gauge reset the display will ask the user to select either a manual or automatic screen brightness adjustment selecting Manual will guide the user to manually adjust the screen brightness before returning to the reading screen www elcometer com 6 Selecting Auto will enable the gauge to automatically select the appropriate brightness for the surrounding light co
49. ometer Bluetooth link working at limit of its range PC is busy running other applications Interference PC application doesn t send replies Move gauge closer to PC Shutdown other applications Remove source of interference If error persists contact Elcometer Gauge EEPROM communication error If problem persists contact Elcometer Gauge Memory Full Batch memory full Delete one or more batches 55 www elcometer com 15 GAUGE MENU STRUCTURES BT Please find below a simplified diagram of each Elcometer 224 models menu structures Elcometer 224 Model T Setup Units Language Time and Date Beep Volume Screen Settings Gauge Auto Off Time and Date Menu Set Limits Set Time Delete Last Reading Enable Limits Set Date Set Upper Set Format Set Lower Display Time and Date Set Nominal Screen Settings Screen Brightness Screen Timeout Auto Display Rotation Opening Screen Bluetooth Enable Bluetooth O Bluetooth ID XXXXXX Bluetooth Code XXXXXX Al Legal Display Legal Notices Clear Statistics 4 About Regulatory Readings Only Gauge Information Readings amp Selected Stats O caer ta acre Regulatory Readings amp Run Chart O Contact QDID Readings amp Bar Graph Batch Graph Statistics Statistics Emergency Light Select Statistics Batch Select Statistics Number of Readings Memory Free Counted Average Mean New Batch Lowest Reading Open Existing Batch New Batch Highest Reading Exit Batching Open Batch 1 Standard
50. ored as the first measurement saved in the memory Likewise the average of readings 4 6 are stored as the second measurementin the memory etc The individual readings within the counted average 1 2 3 4 5 6 etc are not saved Press Batch New Batch Batch Type and then select Counted Average www elcometer com 24 The Elcometer 224 then asks the user to set the counted average value Using the up and down arrow softkeys set the counted average from 2 99 and press the Ok softkey This returns the user to the previous screen Press the Back softkey to continue setting up the new batch as required before opening the new batch If Statistics are displayed whilst measuring using the counted average function CAF when taking the readings used to calculate the CAF measurement the gauge will display the rolling statistical calculations of the individual readings until all the readings that go into calculating the CAF measurement are taken At this point the statistics then display the values of the stored CAF measurements Note The batch type can only be changed when creating a new batch Fixed Batch Size 25 When creating a new batch by selecting Batch New Batch and checking the Fixed Batch Size radio button users can pre define the number of readings that are to be stored into the batch using the up and down arrow softkeys Once the batch has been opened and readings are being taken the Elcometer 224 will notify the u
51. outside Low Limit Calibration Lock Batch Type Normal Batch Type Counted Average USB Connected Bluetooth On Not Connected Grey Bluetooth On Connected Orange www elcometer com Model BT BT BT BT 1 4 4 4444 BT 54 Icon Description Model a a Battery Life Indicator BT _ Replace Batteries BT O User Selectable Feature Switched Off BT User Selectable Feature Switched On BT 21 d 4 Beep Volume Setting BT Measurement over range BT Error Messages Under certain conditions the gauge will display error messages The cause of the error should be corrected before proceeding Message 1 Probe 3 Probe No Probe Cause Action Probe to gauge communication failure Integral Gauges Contact Elcometer Separate Gauges Remove probe and refit If error persists contact Elcometer Internal Error contact Elcometer No probe connected Connect probe Probe Unsupported Wrong probe connected Connect correct probe Probe Changed Unstable Reading Value Too Large Calibration Error Bluetooth PC Reply Error EEPROM Write Probe has been changed during a calibration or whilst batching External electromagnetic interference or gauge is faulty Isolate from electromagnetic interference If error persists contact Elcometer Calculated value is too large to be displayed Contact Elcometer Incorrect calibration calculation Re calibrate If error persists contact Elc
52. r lt Back to review or alter any settings ElcoMaster 2 0 will now install Press Finish to exit Setup Upgrading data from older version of ElcoMaster ElcoMaster 2 0 is fitted with an internal database upgrade facility which will automatically check to see if there are any original ElcoMaster database files and ask if the user would like to upgrade the data to the new ElcoMaster 2 0 format Upgrading can occur at any time by selecting Menu Import Import ElcoMaster 1 x Data and selecting the relevant database file www elcometer com The ElcoMaster 2 0 Software ElcoMaster 2 0 is a simple yet powerful data manene software solution that has been designed to allow users to generate professional reports in seconds with the minimum of fuss It has three operating modes Excel Link Standard and Advanced Mode ElcoMaster is setto Standard Mode on first install Across the top of the software is a Menu button Action Tabs and an expand arrow Menu Button Action Tabs Expand Arrow E r 2 0 Advanced Mode 9 R Mes ks Li t a Ca ETS alcometer Settings Download View Saved Reports Custom Report Design Report Design Collect LE k ar Pressing the Menu button opens up a drop down list of options e Help Provides Elcometer contact details and information about ElcoMaster 2 0 e Update Provides users with e the ability to update the ElcoMaster 2 0 software to the la
53. save the gauge s data to Fs r In some Cases users may have eel oe re used an existing batch name a in the gauge The user should 11 now chose either to select e Rename Duplicate Files lt _ e RenameaAll Files or Me e Overwrite Existing Files l nn com ne rene e Select as required and press Next gt The selected batches will now download Once the data download has been completed the user can check the View Files box and click Finish Alternatively click Finish and select the ViewAction Tab www elcometer com elcomeler Viewing Data in ElcoMaster 2 0 c ElcoMaster 2 0 not only allows users to view and analyse data from D a wide range of Elcometer gauges but also allows users to manually input data as required This instruction book provides a brief summary of some ofthe features of ElcoMaster 2 0 however users should read the ElcoMaster 2 0 help file for a complete guide Data Tree Command Tabs Template Tabs B Projects Mew Propect W Batch 3 Mew Propert 7 a Test Project 3 Frequency of Resting 21 06 2013 134209 2106 2013 LEA HARI 134412 00 ugen Seal Connect Gauge Live Reading Tab Measurement Data Window Graph Window www elcometer com 38 39 By selecting the View Action Tab users can instantly see their data The View Action Tab can be broken down into 6
54. ser when the fixed batch size is complete and askif another batch is to be opened If the user selects No then the gauge closes the batch and exits batching returning the gauge to the Immediate mode If the user selects Yes then the gauge automatically Appends a _1 to the original batch name Opens a new batch copying all the batch setup and calibration information The new batch is named as the original batch witha 2 Forexample Afixed batch is created and named ComponentA When the batch is full a new fixed batch Component A 2 is created ComponentA becomes ComponentA_1 www elcometer com Appending the batch name in this way allows the user to quickly identify or link similar batches together Once a fixed batch size batch has been filled no additional readings can be added to that batch a partially completed fixed batch size batch however can be re opened and completed ata later date To continue a batch link press Batch Open Existing Batch and select the last batch in the link If the batch is full the gauge will prompt the user to open a new batch before continuing If the batch is partially complete the user can complete the batch before continuing to a new batch When downloading linked batches into ElcoMaster 2 0 the original batch name will be displayed Component A in the above example Selecting this batch name will download all linked batches into ElcoMaster 2 0 at th
55. set limits the left or right arrow outline will remain red to signify that the previous reading was outside set limits Without Limits The current measurementis displayed as a white bar If outside the measurement range the left or right arrow head is also filled white gt Users can choose to show Readings amp Selected Stats BI see On Screen Statistics on page 14 Readings amp Run Chart T see Run Chart on page 15 16 Readings amp Bar Graph BT or Readings Only BT Readings amp Run Chart is only available when in Batching 15 www elcometer com Run Chart T v By selecting Display Readings amp Run Chart the user can view a line trend graph of the last 20 measurements The graph is updated automatically when each reading is taken Up to five horizontal axes are displayed representing different values Statistics as follows Highest reading in the batch Hi Lowest reading in the batch Lo for batches of more than one reading 66 J Mean of readings in the batch x for batches of more than one reading High limit for the batch when enabled k I Low limit for the batch 3 when enabled The readings are displayed as white or red points white if a reading is within limits or no limits have been set and red if outside set limits Users can choose to show Readings amp Selected Stats BT see On Screen Statistics on page 14 Readings amp Run Char
56. st Reading Highest Reading Standard Deviation Coefficient of Variation www elcometer com 16 GAUGE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS BT Display Information 60mm 2 4 QVGA colour TFT display 320 x 240 pixels Battery Type 2 x AA dry cell batteries rechargeable batteries can also be used Battery Life 24 hours of continuous use at 1 reading per second Using default settings amp lithium batteries alkaline or rechargeable batteries may differ Gauge Dimensions Integral 16 8 x 7 30 x 3 70cm 5 61 x 2 87 x 1 46 ss Separate 14 1 x 7 30 x 3 70cm 5 55 x 2 87 x 1 46 Gauge Weight Integral 218g 7 690z with supplied batteries Separate 161 g 5 6802 Probe Tip Tungsten carbide tip 60 angle 50um 2mil tip radius Operating Temperature 10 to 50 C 14 to 122 F Storage Temperature 10 to 60 C 14 to 140 F 17 PROBE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS BT All Elcometer surface profile probes are fitted with a tough tungsten carbide user replaceable tip as standard suitable for up to 20 000 readings Supplied with either a standard cable or armoured metal reinforced heavy duty cable all probes are supplied with an Elcometer test certificate glass zero tile and calibration test foils nominal values 125um 5mil amp 500um 20mils Range 0 500um 0 20mils Resolution um 0 1mil Accuracy 5 or 5um 5 or 0 2mil Minimum Minimum Sample Headroom Diameter Separate Flat Surface Profi
57. t T Readings amp Bar Graph BT see Analogue Bar Graph on page 15 or Readings Only BT Readings amp Run Chart is only available when in Batching Time and date T Once the appropriate time and date has been set Menu Setup Time and Date the user can display the time and date at the top of the Elcometer 224 display via Menu Setup Time and Date Display Time and Date e The time format can be set to either the 12 hour or 24 hour clock via Menu Setup Time and Date Set Format Set Time Format e The date format can be set to either dd mm yyyy mm dd yyyy or yyyy mm dd via Menu Setup Time and Date Set Format Set Date Format gt Please note thatthe time and date is replaced by the batch name when the gauge is in Batch mode When a batch is created re opened or when the gauge is switched on whilst in batch mode and when each reading is taken the time and date details are stored within the batch allowing the user to have an accurate record of when the measurements were taken The time and date stamp for each reading is displayed in the Batch Review Batch reading screen or ElcoMaster 2 0 www elcometer com 16 Gauge Memory T The Elcometer 224 versions are supplied with a varying level of memory Model B The Model B gauge s rolling statistics provides accurate statistical values for all measurements taken since the statistics were last cleared Display Clear Statistics The last 5 readings however can be displaye
58. tch Clear all the readings within the batch but leaving all calibration and limit setups Batch Edit Batch Clear Batch Review the readings statistics calibration batch information and a graph of the readings Batch Review Batch Delete a Batch or all batches entirely from the gauge Batch Edit Batch Delete Batch Delete the last reading entirely or delete the reading but mark the reading as deleted in the batch memory Batch Deleted Reading Delete With Tag and Batch Deleted Reading Delete Without Tagrespectively Creating a new batch When using batching for the first time or when you wish to open a new batch press Batch New Batch The user can now Open the batch and take readings Batch New Batch Open Batch 1 Rename the batch before opening it via Batch New Batch Rename Batch 1 See Alpha numeric naming Batches on page 19 Choose the type of batch normal or counted average before opening it via Batch New Batch Batch Type see Batch Types on page 24 Set up specific batch limits via Batch New Batch Batch Limits see Limits on page 17 Set up a fixed batch size via Batch New Batch Fixed Batch Size see Fixed Batch Size on page 25 Once all the batch settings have been created press Batch New Batch Open Batch 1 where Batch 1 may now be a re named as required Alpha numeric naming batches 19 When in batching the user can rename the batch to a more appropriate name When a new batch is created the gauge
59. test release connection to the internet is required for this function e the ability to upgrade the firmware of the Y Elcometer 224 Digital Surface Profile Gauge Model B amp T Elcometer 456 Digital Coating Thickness Gauge Model B S amp T Elcometer 130 Salt Contamination Meter ModelS amp T www elcometer com 30 31 e Import Allows users to import a database from an earlier version of ElcoMaster version 1 x not applicable to the new Elcometer 130 e Exit Allows users to shut down the software The Action Tabs available depend on the operating mode in use as follows Excel Link Mode e Settings Allows users to adjust The language of ElcoMaster 2 0 The units of measurement by gauge type Customise the default reports to include a user logo or image together with footer information Adjust the normal distribution type for the histogram chart Alter the colour settings of the user interface The text file separator used when exporting files Select an alternate location to store the database Enable or disable the auto update option where access to the internet is prohibited e Download Allows users to connect all their Elcometer gauges via USB Bluetooth or RS 232 where appropriate Standard Mode All the features of Excel Link Mode plus e View Allows users to View measurement data gauge information measurement statistics set limits add notes and labels and view photographs and other docu
60. the install procedure If it does not or you have downloaded the software from the Elcometer website run the SetupElcoMaster2 exe file The ElcoMaster Setup Wizard will then begin Follow the on screen wizard www elcometer com elcometer Setup ElcoMaster 2 0 Bes c License Agreement EMI Itis important to read the License Please read the following important information before continuing Agreement carefully and if the Please read the Following License Agreement You must accept the terms of this agreement before continuing wth the stalin terms are acceptable select the SOFTWARE LICENCE AGREEMENT k e 7 g accept this agreement radio Elcometer Limited Elcometer agrees to licence the enclosed software and the M in oo Wir en eV ED Ut Jaka SOURIS Ma tekn unn Me button and click Next gt terms and subject to those terms and conditions by opening this sealed package together with all the accompanying material and you will receive a full refund v 1 accept the agreement O1 do not accept the agreement E Setup ElcoMaster 2 0 ite PER SA ElcoMaster 2 0 will automatically Where should ElcoMaster 2 0 be installed K j S e e ct a d efa u It d e S ti n a ti O n Setup will install ElcoMaster 2 0 into the Following folder location for the softwa re to be To continue click Next IF you would like to select a different folder click Browse l n sta e d n Click the Browse button to
61. tion T 1 Press the Cal softkey 2 Select Test Calibration 3 When prompted place the probe on the glass zero tile or on the centre of a foil resting on the glass tile R making sure the pin goes through gt oo The calibration can be checked at any time without affecting any statistics or batch memory by following the above procedure and comparing the reading value display with the glass zero or measured foil value the hole in the centre of the foil v After continued use the surface of the glass zero tile will begin to wear lf a repeatable zero can not be obtained the tile should be replaced order part number T22420072 www elcometer com 8 The precision manufactured probe tip will wear after continued use This is a consumable item which can be replaced by the user See Gauge amp Probe Accessories on page 59 A 2 point factory recalibration is required after a tip replacement to ensure the continued accuracy of the gauge To calibrate after probe tip replacement T 1 Press the Cal softkey 2 Select Factory Calibration and using the calibration test foils supplied with the gauge probe follow the on screen instructions To calibrate after probe tip replacement BT 1 Select Menu Reset Factory Calibration and using the calibration test foils supplied with the gauge probe follow the on screen instructions When a new probe is connected the re calibration procedure will start automatically Sele
62. uetooth the gauges are identified using the Bluetooth ID which can be seen on the bottom of the Menu Bluetooth screen Connecting via Bluetooth now _ requires the gauge to be Paired by keying in the gauges unique Bluetooth PIN Code This code can be found on the bottom of the Menu Bluetooth screen e Type in the Bluetooth PIN Code and press Next gt See Section 9 on page 47 for information on connecting via Bluetooth to a mobile device using ElcoMaster Mobile Apps ElcoMaster 2 0 will now validate the connection press Finish when complete The gauge is now connected and ElcoMaster 2 0 will return the user to the Download action tab and display the connected gauge The same gauge can be connected by more than one method Repeat the Connect Gauge and follow the onscreen prompts By clicking on the Edit button users can Delete the gauge from ElcoMaster 2 0 name the gauge by a more familiar identification Enter a User ID or set up the gauge power up display screen Change the Welcome screen See Changing the Welcome Screen www elcometer com Downloading Data from the Elcometer 224 T Once the gauge has been connected to ElcoMaster 2 0 see pages 33 35 switch on your gauge and click the Download from Gauge button for the relevant gauge and connection method i Batches are transfered weet files Text File Batches are transfered into mu

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