Content

Content ........................................................................................................................ I
Preface ..................................................................................................................... VI
Operation Cautions and Safety Guide .................................................................. VII
[Link] .................................................................................................................. 1-1
1.1

Appearance..................................................................................................................... 1-1

1.2

Keys ................................................................................................................................ 1-4

1.3

Power Supply .................................................................................................................. 1-5

1.4

Basic Operation .............................................................................................................. 1-6

1.4.1

Power On ........................................................................................................................ 1-6

1.4.2

Power Off ........................................................................................................................ 1-6

1.5

Screen Layout ................................................................................................................. 1-7

1.6

Scale ............................................................................................................................... 1-9

[Link] Array Mode Menu ................................................................................... 2-1

2.1

Menu Structure................................................................................................................ 2-1

2.2

Menu Operation .............................................................................................................. 2-5

2.2.1

Main Menu Operation ..................................................................................................... 2-5

2.2.2

Submenu Operation ........................................................................................................ 2-5

2.3

Function Description ....................................................................................................... 2-6

2.3.1

Basic ............................................................................................................................... 2-6

2.3.2

Scan ................................................................................................................................ 2-7

2.3.3

AdvScan ......................................................................................................................... 2-9

2.3.4

Meas ............................................................................................................................. 2-10

2.3.5

Display .......................................................................................................................... 2-10

2.3.6

ScanWiz ......................................................................................................................... 2-11

2.3.7

VelocityCal ..................................................................................................................... 2-11

2.3.8

DelayCal ........................................................................................................................ 2-11

2.3.9

SenCal ........................................................................................................................... 2-11

2.3.10 TCG_Cal ........................................................................................................................ 2-11

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2.3.11 Mng/ Management ......................................................................................................... 2-11

2.3.12 Setup ............................................................................................................................ 2-13

[Link]-array Scan Setup ................................................................................... 3-1

3.1

General Scan .................................................................................................................. 3-1

3.1.1

Linear Scan ..................................................................................................................... 3-1

3.1.2

Sector Scan .................................................................................................................... 3-4

3.2

Advanced Scan ............................................................................................................... 3-7

[Link]-array Image Measurement .................................................................... 4-1

4.1

Measuring Zero ............................................................................................................... 4-1

4.2

Gate Measurement ......................................................................................................... 4-2

4.3

Cursor Measurement ...................................................................................................... 4-3

[Link]-array Wizard ........................................................................................... 5-1

5.1

Scan Wizard.................................................................................................................... 5-1

5.2

Calibration Wizard ........................................................................................................... 5-8

5.2.1

Definition of Calibration Reference Line .......................................................................... 5-8

5.2.2

Velocity Calibration ......................................................................................................... 5-9

5.2.3

Delay Calibration........................................................................................................... 5-20

5.2.4

Sensitivity Calibration .................................................................................................... 5-29

5.2.5

TCG Calibration ............................................................................................................ 5-38

[Link] Ultrasound Menu .......................................................................... 6-1

6.1

Menu Structure................................................................................................................ 6-1

6.2

Menu Operation .............................................................................................................. 6-3

6.3

Function Description ....................................................................................................... 6-4

6.3.1

Basic ............................................................................................................................... 6-4

6.3.2

Meas ............................................................................................................................... 6-5

6.3.3

TOFD .............................................................................................................................. 6-6

6.3.4

DAC ................................................................................................................................ 6-6

6.3.5

AngleCalib....................................................................................................................... 6-6

6.3.6

AutoCalib ........................................................................................................................ 6-6

6.3.7

Mng/ Management .......................................................................................................... 6-6

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6.3.8

Setup .............................................................................................................................. 6-6

6.4

Image Information Bar .................................................................................................... 6-6

[Link] UT Wizard ..................................................................................... 7-1

7.1

TOFD Wizard .................................................................................................................. 7-1

7.2

TOFD Scan ..................................................................................................................... 7-8

7.2.1

Scan................................................................................................................................. 7-8

7.2.2

Parameter Seup ............................................................................................................... 7-9

7.2.3

Image Measurement ........................................................................................................ 7-9

7.2.4

Image Processing ........................................................................................................... 7-11

7.3

DAC Wizard .................................................................................................................. 7-14

7.4

AutoCalibration ............................................................................................................. 7-16

7.5

Angle Calibration........................................................................................................... 7-19

[Link] Operation ....................................................................................... 8-1

8.1

Storage Management ...................................................................................................... 8-1

8.1.1

Storage Path Setting ....................................................................................................... 8-2

8.1.2

Setting Storage File Type ................................................................................................ 8-2

8.1.3

File Storage ..................................................................................................................... 8-2

8.1.4

Create New Folder .......................................................................................................... 8-3

8.1.5

Select File ....................................................................................................................... 8-3

8.1.6

Edit the Storage Files ...................................................................................................... 8-3

8.1.7

Recall Data File ............................................................................................................... 8-4

8.2

Encoder Management ..................................................................................................... 8-4

8.2.1

Add Encoder ................................................................................................................... 8-5

8.2.2

Rename Encoder ............................................................................................................ 8-9

8.2.3

Delete Encoder ............................................................................................................... 8-9

8.2.4

Calibrate Encoder ........................................................................................................... 8-9

8.2.5

Test Encoder ................................................................................................................... 8-9

8.3

Probe Management ...................................................................................................... 8-10

8.4

Wedge Management ...................................................................................................... 8-11

8.5

Workpiece Management ................................................................................................ 8-11

III

[Link] Setup and Accessories.......................................................................... 9-1

9.1

System Setup .................................................................................................................. 9-1

9.1.1

Screen Brightness ........................................................................................................... 9-1

9.1.2

Touch Screen Calibration ................................................................................................. 9-1

9.1.3

Software Update .............................................................................................................. 9-1

9.1.4

Display Devices ............................................................................................................... 9-2

9.1.5

Activate Battery ................................................................................................................ 9-2

9.1.6

Activate System ............................................................................................................... 9-2

9.1.7

Touch Screen Switch ....................................................................................................... 9-3

9.1.8

Unit/Language Setting ..................................................................................................... 9-4

9.1.9

Color Edit ......................................................................................................................... 9-5

9.1.10 User-defined Key Setting.................................................................................................. 9-5

9.1.11 Date and Time Setting ...................................................................................................... 9-5
9.1.12 Network ............................................................................................................................ 9-6
9.2

Phased Array Probes ...................................................................................................... 9-7

9.2.1

Introduction to Phased Array Probes ............................................................................... 9-7

9.2.2

Installation of Phased Array Probe ................................................................................... 9-8

9.3

Wedges for Phased Array Probes ................................................................................... 9-9

9.3.1

Introduction to Wedges .................................................................................................... 9-9

9.3.2

Wedge Installation ......................................................................................................... 9-10

9.4

Battery ........................................................................................................................... 9-10

9.4.1

Battery Installation and Removal ................................................................................... 9-10

9.4.2

Using the Battery ........................................................................................................... 9-12

9.4.3

Charging the Battery ...................................................................................................... 9-12

9.4.4

Battery Maintenance and Safety .................................................................................... 9-13

9.5

Adapter.......................................................................................................................... 9-14

[Link] Training and System Maintenance ................................................. 10-1

10.1

Operator Training .......................................................................................................... 10-1

10.2

System Maintenance .................................................................................................... 10-1

10.3

Service .......................................................................................................................... 10-1

IV

[Link] Failures and Troubleshooting ........................................................ 11-1

11.1

Cannot Power on the System ........................................................................................ 11-1

11.2

Cannot Power off the System ........................................................................................ 11-2

11.3

Cannot Recognize the USB Disk ................................................................................... 11-2

11.4

Cannot Charge the Batteries.......................................................................................... 11-2

11.5

Cannot Identify the Phased Array Probe Automatically .................................................. 11-3

11.6

No Image in Phased Array Mode ................................................................................... 11-4

11.7

Attentions for Phased Array Scan Setup ........................................................................ 11-4

11.8

Cannot Identify VGA Device........................................................................................... 11-4

11.9

How to Use System Recovery USB disk ........................................................................ 11-6

Appendix A System Technical Specifications ..................................................... A-1

[Link]/V1.1/B-E

Preface
Ultrasound phased array (PA) and Time Of Flight Diffraction (TOFD), two of the new NDT
technologies, have become one important development trend in current industrial ultrasound flaw
detection. The SUPOR ultrasonic flaw detector represents SIUIs continuous pursuit and
innovation in ultrasound phased array (PA) and Time Of Flight Diffraction (TOFD) technologies,
which incorporate many latest technologies such as ultrasound flaw detection, computer,
electronics, mold tooling and craftwork, with which a perfect combination is achieved on the
system.
Main features of the SUPOR ultrasonic flaw detector:
a)

8.4 inch high brightness LCD monitor, visible under sunshine.

b)

Touch screen operation with easy-understanding and intuitive interface.

c)

Modular design, which can support and connect different ultrasound modules.

d)

Multi-peripheral connectors: alarm input/output port, encoder input/output port, Ethernet port,
WIFI port, USB port and video out port, to support powerful and flexible functions.

e)

Smart wizard, which can guide users to finish imaging setup easily and improve inspection
speed.

Tips:
a)

The system screenshots in this manual are generated by effective software version, which
may be different from your software version.

b)

Some of the features described in the manual are optional, and your system may not have
these features. If you have any questions, please contact the distributor.

c)

To know system features and operation, as well as how to perform ultrasonic testing with the
system, please read this Operation Manual carefully before using the system.

Contact Information:
Shantou Institute of Ultrasonic Instruments Co., Ltd. (SIUI)
Add: 77 Jinsha Road, Shantou, Guangdong 515041, China
Tel: 86-754-88250150

Fax: 86-754-88251499

Website: [Link]
E-mail: siui@[Link]
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Operation Cautions and Safety Guide

a)

Please keep this Operation Manual and always operate the system by following the steps and
methods described in the Operation Manual.

b)

Before operating the system, the operator shall have received formal training on ultrasonic
testing.

c)

Do not try to dismantle and repair the system unless specifically described in the Operation
Manual.

d)

Do not place the system in the place of moisture or near radiator, strong magnetic field or heat
source.

e)

When the system is not in use for a long time, it should be powered up at least once every
month.

f)

Avoid colliding any hard object against the display screen.

g)

Do not use a damaged or worn-out power cable.

h)

For cautions on using the battery, see 9.4.4 Battery Maintenance and Safety.

VII

Chapter 1
System
1.1 Appearance

Fig. 1-1 Front View

See Table 1-1 for functions of each part in Fig. 1-1.
Table 1-1 Parts of system front
No.

Name

Function Description

1.

Logo

SIUI brand

2.

Model

System model

3.

Indicator

Alarm indicator

4.

Knob

Function knob

5.

Indicator

Charger indicator

6.

Indicator

Power indicator

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No.

Name

Function Description

7.

Key

Power key

8.

Monitor

Display monitor (with touch screen function)

9.

Key

Function key

Fig. 1-2 Top View

See Table 1-2 for functions of each part in Fig. 1-2.
Table 1-2 Parts on the Top of the System
No.

Name

Function Description

1.

System Module

System Module, which connects to different

ultrasound modules

2.

Ultrasound Module

Ultrasound signal process and control module

3.

WIFI port

Connect WIFI antenna

4.

Encoder In/Out Port

14-core encoder in/out port

5.

Alarm In/Out Port

25-core alarm in/out port

6.

Ethernet Port

Ethernet communication port

7.

USB Port

USB communication port

8.

Video Output Port

VGA video output port

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Fig. 1-3 Side View
See Table 1-3 for functions of each part in Fig. 1-3.
Table 1-3 Parts on the side of the system
No.

Name

Function Description

1.

Battery Compartment

Battery compartment of system module

2.

DC Power In Port

DC power in port

3.

Phased Array Probe Port

Phased array probe port for ultrasound module

4.

Conventional UT Port

Conventional UT port for ultrasound module

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1.2 Keys
For the key function description, please see Table 1-4.
Table 1-4 Key Function Description
Key

Name

Function Description
Function keys F1~F14. To activate corresponding menus

Key
displayed on the screen.
Key

User-defined keys A1, A2. To run user-defined functions.

Gain key dB. To activate gain function and use with the knob to

Key
quickly adjust gain.
Gain adjust key Step. To activate gain step adjust function and
key
use with the knob to quickly adjust gain step.
Key

View key View. To adjust view modes displayed on the screen.

Key

Calculation key Cal. To carry out calculation function.

Key

Mode key Mode. To switch to imaging mode.

Freeze key Freeze. To freeze the displayed image on the

Key
screen and stop ultrasound transmission.
Key

Knob

Help key Help. To recall the help menu.

Rotary knob Knob. To select and adjust different parameters.

Confirm key Enter. To work with the knob for selection and

Key
adjustment confirmation.
Cancel key Cancel. To work with the knob for selection and
Key
adjustment cancellation.

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Key

Name
Key

Function Description
Power key Power. To power on/ off the system.

1.3 Power Supply

1.3.1 Power Supply Mode
The power of this system can be either supplied by the battery or the adapter.
a) On how to install and remove the battery, see 9.4.
b) On how to use the adapter, see 9.5.
1.3.2 Power Supply Mark
The Power Supply mark is displayed on the upper left of the screen. For the description of each
power supply mark, see Table 1-5.
Table 1-5 Power Supply Mark Description
No.

Mark

Description

1
Power supplied by the adapter.
2

Battery discharge mark. A and B for battery

ID. The battery ID is not displayed when the
battery is not connected or running out of power.
The percentage shown in the battery indicates
the remaining power capacity.

Battery charging mark.

Battery in activation state mark.

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1.4 Basic Operation

1.4.1
a)

Power On

Battery power supply

Operation:
1)

Install the battery following the instruction in 9.4.1.

2)

Long press Power for about 6 seconds to boot up the system. The power indicator on the
panel turns green. The system enters work mode after self-test.

b) Adapter power supply

Operation:
1

Connect to the adapter following the instruction in 9.5.

2)

Connect the adapter with the AC power supply, the power indicator turns on. When its
color is green, it means that the system works normally.

3)

Long press Power for about 4 seconds to boot up the system. The power indicator for the
adapter turns green. The system enters work mode after self-test.

Note: If any problem occurs during system power up, see Chapter 11.
1.4.2

Power Off

Operation:
Long press Power for about 4 seconds, the system will display the shutdown screen and power
off.
Note: If any problem occurs during system power down, see Chapter 11.

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1.5 Screen Layout

The screen layouts are shown as Fig. 1-4, Fig. 1-5, Fig. 1-6 and Fig. 1-7. For function description,
see Table 1-6.

3
2

Fig. 1-4 Desktop Menu in Phased Array Mode

3
2

Fig. 1-5 Desktop Menu in Conventional UTMode

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Fig. 1-6 Screen Layout in Phased Array Mode

Fig. 1-7 Screen Layout in UT Mode

1-8

Table 1-6 Screen Layout

No.

Function Description
Menu: Main menu and the 1st level submenu are shown on the left of the screen,

below which are the 2nd and 3rd level submenus.

System info: For displaying info such as battery, adapter status or system time.

Data info: For displaying system measurement data and working parameters.
Image area and scale: For displaying ultrasound image data and the corresponding

4
scales.
5

Desktop main menu

1.6 Scale
Subject to the specific system display view, the scales on the left and/or below the view may have
different meanings.
a) The scales for phased-array (PA) B-scan and A-scan waveforms are as shown in Fig. 1-8,
with the definition in Table 1-7.

3 4

2
Fig.1-8

PA A-scan and B-scan image scales

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Table 1-7 Definition of PA A-scan and B-scan image scales

No.

Function Description

Scale for PA B-scan image depth

Scale for PA B-scan image horizontal distance

Color/ gray scale for PA B-scan images

Scale for PA A-scan image sound path

Scale for PA A-scan image amplitude

b) The scales for phased-array (PA) C-scan and D-scan in multiple views are as shown in
Fig. 1-9, with the definition in Table 1-8.

Fig. 1-9 PA C-scan and D-scan Scales

Table 1-8 Definition of PA C-scan and D-scan Scales
No.

Function Description

Sample box width for PA C-scan

Sample box width for PA D-scan

Width scale for PA C-scan

Time (distance) scale for PA C-scan

Width scale for PA D-scan

Time (distance) scale for PA D-scan

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c) The scales for conventional UT A-scan are as shown in Fig. 1-10, with the definition in
Table 1-9.

Fig. 1-10 Conventional UT A-scan Scales

Table 1-9 Definition of Conventional UT A-scan Scales
No.

Function Description

Scale for conventional UT A-scan amplitude

Scale for conventional UT A-scan sound path

d) The scales for conventional UT B-scan are as shown in Fig. 1-11, with the definition in
Table 1-10.

Fig. 1-11 Conventional UT B-scan Scales

1-11

Table 1-10 Definition of Conventional UT A-scan Scales

No.

Function Description

Scale for conventional UT B-scan distance

Scale for conventional UT B-scan sound path

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Chapter 2
Phased Array Mode Menu
2.1 Menu Structure
The menu structure in phased array mode is shown in Table 2-1. For the menus with the mark * in
the menu structure below, press Fx key corresponding to the menu repeatedly (or tap the menu on
the touch screen continuously) to toggle between different step values.
Table 2-1 Menu Structure
Main Menu

Basic

1st
Transmit

Receive

CalibCtr

--

--

Frequency

RecFreq

ClearVel

--

--

Voltage

Gain

ClearDelay

--

--

TxEnergy

Gain Step

ClearSen

--

--

PRF

--

ClearTCG

--

--

PRF Mode

--

ClearCur

--

--

--

--

ClearAllGrp

--

--

Submenu

2nd Submenu

Main Menu

Scan

1st
Basic

FocusRule

Aperture

Calculate

--

CurGroup

Type

StartEle

--

--

ProbeSel

StartAng

EndEle

--

--

WedgeSel

EndAng

EleStep

--

--

AngSpace

EleDiam

--

--

Delay*

Focus

--

--

--

MtType

--

--

--

--

--

--

Submenu

2nd
Submenu

Depth*

EchoType

--

--

MtVel *

--

--

2-1

--

Main Menu

AdvScan

1st
Control

Setup

Gate

DspMode

--

Start /End

Mode

GateSel

DSP1

--

Save

EncodeSel

GateLogic

DSP2

--

Browse

ScanStep

GateStart

DSP3

--

--

GateWidth

DSP4

--

Rebuild

--

GateThres

DSP5

--

--

--

AScanLine

DSP6

--

--

--

AScanGroup

Layout

--

--

--

1/2

1/2

--

--

--

Depth

SrcArea

--

--

--

MeasPoint

DecArea

--

--

--

GateAlarm

Exchange

--

--

--

Buzzer

--

--

Reading

--

--

Reading 1

--

--

Submenu

BrowseStep

2nd
Submenu

Main Menu

Meas

1st
Gate

Cursor

GateSel

Dsp

Submenu

MeasL
GateLogic

MeaLen1

Reading 2

--

--

GateStart

MeaLen2

Reading 3

--

--

GateWidth

HorZero *

Reading 4

--

--

2nd
Submenu
GateThres

--

Reading 5

--

--

AScanLine

--

Reading 6

--

--

AScanGroup

--

Reading 7

--

--

1/2

--

Reading 8

--

--

2-2

Main Menu

Meas
Depth

--

--

--

--

MeasPoint

--

--

--

--

GateAlarm

--

--

--

--

Buzzer

--

--

--

--

Main Menu

Display

1st
DispMode

indication

--

--

--

DSP1

TCG

--

--

--

DSP2

Thickness

--

--

--

DSP3

C/D_Sel

--

--

--

DSP4

FocusInd

--

--

--

DSP5

GrooveDsp

--

--

--

DSP6

--

--

--

--

Layout

--

--

--

--

1/2

--

--

--

--

SrcArea

--

--

--

--

DecArea

--

--

--

--

Exchange

--

--

--

--

Submenu

2nd
Submenu

Main Menu
1st Submenu
2nd Submenu

ScanWiz
Back

Next

Finish

2nd Submenu

--

--

--

Each step of scan wizard

Main Menu
1st Submenu

--

VelocityCal
Back

Next

Finish

Each step of velocity calibration

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Main Menu
1st Submenu
2nd Submenu

DelayCal
Back

Next

Finish

2nd Submenu

2nd Submenu

--

--

--

--

SenCal
Back

Next

Finish

Each step of sensitivity calibration

Main Menu
1st Submenu

--

Each step of delay calibration

Main Menu
1st Submenu

--

TCG_Cal
Back

Next

Finish

Each step of TCG calibration

Main Menu

Mng

1st
Storage

Encoder

Probe

Wedge

WorkPiece

File Type

Test

Edit

Edit

Edit

Save

Calibrate

Delete

Delete

Delete

New Folder

Delete

Add

Add

Add

Select

Rename

Import

Import

Rename

Edit

Add

Export

Export

--

Order

--

--

--

--

Open

--

--

--

--

FileInfo

--

--

--

--

Submenu

2nd
Submenu

2-4

Main Menu

Setup

1st
System

Reference

Info

--

--

Brightness

Unit

Date

--

--

ScreenCal

Lang()

Time

--

--

Default

ColorEdit

Network

--

--

SW Update

--

About

--

--

DisplayDev

--

--

--

--

Active battery

--

--

--

--

Licensing

--

--

--

--

TouchSW

--

--

--

--

Submenu

2nd
Submenu

2.2 Menu Operation

2.2.1

Main Menu Operation

The main menus are displayed in desktop menus at the center of the screen. To select one main
menu, use the touch screen stylus to tap the menu on the screen directly, or turn the knob to select
it and press Enter. Exit the desktop menu if the main menu is activated, with its submenu
displayed on the left and at the bottom of the screen.
2.2.2

Submenu Operation

There are three levels of the submenus: 1st submenu, 2nd submenu, and 3rd submenu which are
shown as Fig. 2-1. The main menu, 1st submenu, 2nd submenu can be selected by directly tapping
the touch screen or its function keys on the left or below. The 3rd submenu can be selected by
turning the knob and press Enter to activate. The value of the 2nd submenu can be adjusted by
turning the knob after activating the menu.
Note 1: For the menus with the mark * in the menu structure, press Fx key corresponding to
the menu repeatedly (or tap the menu on the touch screen continuously) to toggle
between different step values.
Note 2: All menus can be selected by turning the knob and press Enter to activate, and press
Cancel to return to the previous menu.
2-5

1
2
3

6
7
4
5
Fig. 2-1 Menu Layout
Table 2-2 Menu Classification
No.

Function Description

Activated main menu.

Corresponding 1st submenu of the main menu, activated.

Corresponding 1st submenu of the main menu, not activated.

Corresponding 2nd submenu of the activated 1st submenu, not activated.

Corresponding 2nd submenu of the activated 1st submenu, activated.

Corresponding 3rd submenu of the activated 2nd submenu, not activated.

Corresponding 3rd submenu of the activated 2nd submenu, activated.

2.3 Function Description

2.3.1

Basic
a) Transmit

Frequency: For setting transmit pulser frequency for the probe, the default is nominal
frequency of the probe.

Voltage: For setting transmit pulse voltage. The higher the voltage, the higher the

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sound pressure emitted by the probe.

TxEnergy: For setting transmit pulse current. With the same voltage, the larger the
energy, the higher the sound pressure emitted by the probe.

PRF: For setting transmit pulse repetition frequency.

PRF Mode: For setting pulse repetition frequency adjustment mode, with four modes
for selection: Manual, AutoMax, AutoHalf and AutoRec. In AutoMax mode, the
system will set PRF to the maximum automatically according to user setup
parameters.

b)

Receive

RecFreq: For setting frequency range of the system receiving filter.

Gain: For setting receiving amplifier gain. The higher the gain, the more powerful the
echo signals.

GainStep: For setting receiving amplifier gain adjustment step.

Note: The system gain and gain step is defaulted to be shown in the info bar at the
top of the screen.
c)

CalibCtr

ClearVel: For deleting velocity calibration parameter.

ClearDelay: For deleting delay calibration curve.

ClearSen: For deleting sensitivity calibration curve.

ClearTCG: For deleting TCG calibration curve.

ClearCur: For deleting all calibration parameters in the current selected group in the
group scan mode.

ClearAllGrp: For deleting all calibration parameters in ALL groups in the group scan
mode.

2.3.2
a)

Scan
Basic

CurGroup: For selecting the group to be adjusted in group scan mode.

ProbeSel: For selecting the probe connected to the system, with auto and manual
modes. In auto mode, the system will identify the probe connected automatically. All

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the SIUI-made probes can be identified in auto mode. In manual mode, the user
selects the probe type from the probe list manually, which is usually for selecting the
user-defined probe.

WedgeSel: For selecting the wedge model connected to the probe.

Depth: For setting image scan depth.

Delay: For setting image display delay.

MtType: For setting material type of the tested object. If the material type is not
included in the list or the built-in material velocity does not meet the users
requirement, the user may choose user-defined and input the real velocity in MtVel
menu.

EchoType: For setting echo type for scanning.

MtVel: Display ultrasound propagation velocity in the material according to MtType

and EchoType. If MtType is set as user-defined, the user should input the material
velocity manually.

b)

FocusRule

Type: For setting scan mode: sector or linear scan.

StartAng: For setting scan start angle. In linear scan, StartAng is the scan steer
angle, which is the same as EndAng.

c)

EndAng: For setting scan end angle.

AngSpace: For setting scan interval angle, available in sector scan only.

Focus: For setting depth position of transmit focusing.

Aperture

StartEle: For setting the start element of scanning.

EndArray: For setting the end element of scanning, available in linear scan only.

EleStep: For setting element step between adjacent scan lines in linear scan.

EleDiam: For setting the excited element number at one time for scanning.

Note: The adjustable maximum EleDiam is subject to the probe model, and the max.
value is 32.
d)

Calculate: For completing calculation of focus rule.

Note: Apply the changes made to the parameters of Basic, FocusRule and Aperture
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in Scan main menu only by tapping Calculate.

2.3.3
a)

AdvScan
Control

Start /End: To start/ end a scan.

Save: To save the whole scan data to an external memory.

Browse: To browse the scan record, with manual and auto modes for selection.

BrowseStep: To set up browse speed.

Rebuild: To re-create a C/D scan image according to the setup of sample box when
the scan is finished.

b)

Setup

Mode: For selecting the scan trigger mode: Time-based/EncoderPos/EncoderNag

for selection.

EncodeSel: For selecting the encoder model for scanning.

ScanStep: For setting the time interval or distance interval when refreshing images.
When Mode is set as Time-based, the unit of ScanStep is ms; when set as Encoder,
the unit of ScanStep is mm or inch.

c)

Gate

GateSel: For selecting control of gate A, B or C.

GateLogic: For setting on/off of Gate A, B or C.

GateStart: For setting gate start position.

GateWidth: For setting gate width.

GateThres: For setting gate thresh position.

AScanLine: For adjusting the position of A-scan select line.

AScanGroup: For switching to another A-scan select line in group scan 3A+B
mode.

Depth: For setting image display depth.

MeasPoint: For setting gate measurement point.

GateAlarm: For setting gate alarm.

Buzzer: For setting on/off of Buzzer.

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d)

2.3.4
a)

DspMode

DispGroupX: For setting display mode of group X.

Layout: For switching to another default layout in multiple image display window.

SrcArea: For selecting the source window of the layout location to be adjusted.

DesArea: For selecting the target window of the layout location to be adjusted.

Exchange: For exchanging the window location selected for SrcArea and DesArea.

Meas
Gate

GateSel: For selecting control of gate A, B or C.

GateLogic: For setting on/off of Gate A, B or C.

GateStart: For setting gate start position.

GateWidth: For setting gate width.

GateThres: For setting gate thresh position.

AScanLine: For adjusting the position of A-scan select line.

AScanGroup: For switching to another A-scan select line in group scan 3A+B
mode.

b)

c)

Depth: For setting image display depth.

MeasPoint: For setting gate measurement point.

GateAlarm: For setting gate alarm.

Buzzer: For setting on/off of Buzzer.

Cursor

DspMeasL: For setting display of measure line on/off.

MeaLen1: For setting the position of measure line 1.

MeaLen2: For setting the position of measure line 2.

HorZero: For setting the value of horizontal zero.

Data: For setting the displayed items of the screen data info. For the meaning of each
item, see Chapter 4.

2.3.5
a)

Display
DspMode
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b)

DispGroupX: For setting display mode of group X.

Layout: For switching to another default layout in multiple image display window.

SrcArea: For selecting the source window of the layout location to be adjusted.

DesArea: For selecting the target window of the layout location to be adjusted.

Exchange: For exchanging the window location selected for SrcArea and DesArea.

indication

PeakEnv: For setting the display of echo peak envelope in phased array single A
mode.

2.3.6

TCG Dsp: For setting the display of TCG curve on/off.

Thickness: For setting the thickness of the workpiece.

C/D_Sel: For selecting whether to display C/D select box.

FocusInd: For setting the display of focus position indication line on/off.

GrooveDsp: For setting whether to display weld simulation view.

ScanWiz

Enter the ScanWiz screen, and set up the imaging parameters and display mode specific to
general or special work piece.
2.3.7

VelocityCal

Enter the VelocityCal screen, and complete velocity calibration of work piece.
2.3.8

DelayCal

Enter the DelayCal screen, and complete ultrasonic delay calibration of probe or wedge.
2.3.9

SenCal

Enter the SenCal screen, and complete sensitivity calibration of probe.

2.3.10

TCG_Cal

Enter the TCG_Cal screen, and complete TCG calibration of ultrasound.

2.3.11
a)

Mng/ Management
Storage

File Type: For setting format of the saved content.

There are three data file formats.

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1) Parameter file: for saving the setting parameters, including phased array
parameter file *.pdat, conventional UT parameter file *.tdat and TOFD
parameter file *.udat.
2) Screenshot file: *.jpg format, for saving the screenshots.
3) Whole scanning record file: for saving the whole image data in AdvScan or the
whole scanning image data in conventional UT and TOFD. The formats include:
phased array whole record file *.prec and conventional UT data file *.trec.

Save: For saving the files according to the file type setting.

New folder: For creating a new folder.

Select: For selecting to the folder or file for storage.

Edit: For different operations of saved files/folders. Including.

Copy: For copying the selected content.
Move: For moving the selected content to other storage directory.
Delete: For deleting the selected content.
Rename: For renaming a file/ folder saved with content.

Order: For setting the file arrangement method of the current activated folder. The
arrangement can be in the order of time or the creation time.

b)

c)

Open: For opening the current selected file or folder.

FileInfo: For reviewing the details of the current selected file.

Encoder

Test: For testing an existing encoder.

Revise: For calibrating an existing encoder name.

Delete: For deleting an existing encoder name.

Rename: For renaming an existing encoder.

Add: For adding an encoder name.

Probe

Edit: For editing the existing probe info.

Delete: For deleting a probe name.

Add: For adding a probe name.

Import: For importing probe parameter from the external storage to the system.
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d)

e)

2.3.12
a)

Export: For exporting system internal probe parameter to the external storage.

Wedge

Edit: For re-editing the wedge parameters created by the user.

Delete: For deleting a saved wedge name created by the user.

Add: For adding a wedge type.

Import: For importing wedge parameter from the external storage to the system.

Export: For exporting system internal wedge parameter to the external storage.

WorkPiece

Edit: For re-editing the work piece parameters created by the user.

Delete: For deleting a saved work piece name created by the user.

Add: For adding a work piece type.

Rename: For renaming a work piece name created by the user.

Setup
System

Brightness: For setting screen brightness, which is displayed in a value. The higher
the value is, the higher brightness will be.

ScreenCal: For calibrating the system touch screen.

Default: For setting system parameters as default, and all the current parameter
settings will be overwritten.

b)

SW Update: For software update for the system.

DisplayDev: For connecting the system with external display device.

Active battery: For activating battery which cannot charge.

Licensing: For managing optional software.

TouchSW: For setting the touch screen switch On or Off.

Reference

Unit: For setting the units for measurement and display values.

Lang: For setting menu language.

ColorEdit: For setting the image and line display color of the system.

Key1: For setting function of keyboard button A1.

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c)

AutoGain: For setting gain value of auto gain.

Info

Time and date: For setting time and date of the system.

Network: For setting network connection of the system.

About: Display info such as system serial number and software version.

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Chapter 3
Phased-array Scan Setup
3.1 General Scan
3.1.1

Linear Scan

a) Definition
Linear scan, also called electronic scan or E scan, is a scanning method with a fixed number of
elements scanning along the probe arrangement direction in the same focus rule until the whole
probe scanning is finished.
That is to add a select window with a fixed size on the phased-array probe, and the elements in
that window are T/R elements. When transmitting/receiving of elements in the window is finished,
shift the window at a fixed interval to select the T/R elements for the next transmission/ reception
without changing the focus rule, and it works in the same way till the whole probe selection is
completed, which is similar to manual straight-line scanning with a conventional probe. The
scanning principle is shown in Fig. 3-1, and the image display as in Fig. 3-2.

Fig. 3-1 Linear Scan Diagram

(Every three elements in one group, and scan at an interval of one element)

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Fig. 3-2 Linear Scan Display

b) Operation:
1) Set the transmit frequency according to the probe frequency, and set the transmit voltage
and transmit energy on the basis of the detection depth.
2) When scanning with a wedge, select WedgeSel submenu to select the corresponding
wedge model (wedge model is labeled on the wedge). All the default wedge parameters
and custom wedge parameters are listed in WedgeSel.
3) Select the test material type. Manually enter the material velocity according to the actual
situation if customizing the material.
4) Set EchoType according to the ultrasonic incidence angle. Select LWave when not using
the wedge; when using the wedge for scanning, wave type should be selected according
to the wedge usage. Select LWave when using a 0 wedge, and select TWave when
using a transverse wave wedge (such as 55 wedge).
5) Set the scan type, select FocusRule -> Type, and adjust it to L_Scan.
6) Set the steer angle, adjust StartAng submenu to set the scan angle.
7) Set the number of elements for scanning. Select the Aperture submenu to set the
number of elements and element aperture.
8) Calculation: Press Cal key or Calculate of the Scan main menu and the settings take
effect.
Note:
The values in the menus Depth, Delay take effect immediately after user setup without
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pressing Cal key. For other scan parameter setups, pressing Cal is required.
c) Interpretation of Information Labeling
On top of the linear B-scan image and the A-scan waveform area, the info bar is as indicated by 1
in Fig. 3-3, which is for scan imaging information. See Table 3-1 for the specific definition.

Fig. 3-3 Linear Scan Image Info Bar

Table 3-1 Definition of Linear Scan Image Info Bar
Symbol
B-Scan
Area

Meaning
T

Stands for scan mode. T:L in Fig. 3-3 means linear scan.

Stands for scan angle. A:0 in the image means the linear scan angle is
0-degree.

AP

Stands for aperture. AP:(S)1-(P)1-(E)32-(N)32 in Fig. 3-3 means: the

start elementS)is 1, the element stepP)1, the end elementE)32,
and the element aperture (or element number) (N)32.

PRF

Stands for pulse repetition frequency. PRF:123(8000) in Fig. 3-3

means: frame rate 123 f/s, and PRF 8000Hz.

Stands for system calibration information.

In Fig. 3-3, C:VDST stands for the system has done velocity
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calibration(V), delay calibration (D), sensitivity calibration (S) and TCG

calibration.
If C:Null is displayed here means no calibration is done.
A-Scan
Area

3.1.2

Stands for scan line number. L:19 in Fig. 3-3 refers to the 19th scan
line.

Stands for image angle of the L scan line number. A:.0 in Fig. 3-3
means the angle of the 19th scan line is 0-degree.

Sector Scan

a) Definition
Sector scan, also called S scan, is a scanning method with a fixed number of elements scanning a
certain angle range by changing the focus rule.
That is to add a select window with a fixed size on the phased-array probe. The elements in that
window are T/R elements. When transmitting/receiving of elements in the window is finished,
change the focus rule without moving the window, perform the next transmission/ reception, and it
works in the same way until the whole scanning is completed. The scanning principle is shown in
Fig. 3-4, and the image display as in Fig. 3-5.

2
Fig. 3-4 Sector Scan Diagram
Start angle 1, and end angle 2)

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Fig. 3-5 Sector Scan Display

b) Operation:
1) Set the transmit frequency according to the probe frequency, and set the transmit voltage
and transmit energy on the basis of the detection depth.
2) When scanning with a wedge, select WedgeSel submenu to select the corresponding
wedge model (wedge model is labeled on the wedge). All the default wedge parameters
and custom wedge parameters are listed in WedgeSel.
3) Select the test material type; manually enter the material velocity according to actual
situation if customizing the material.
4) Set EchoType according to the ultrasonic incidence angle, select LWave when not using
the wedge; when using the wedge for scanning, wave type should be selected according
to the wedge usage. Select LWave when using a 0 wedge, and select TWave when
using a transverse wave wedge (such as 55 wedge).
5) Set the scan type, select FocusRule -> Type, and adjust it to S_Scan.
6) Set the scanning angle, adjusting StartAng and EndAng to determine and set
AngSpace according to the test requirement.
7) Set the number of elements for scanning. Select the Aperture submenu to set the
number of elements and element aperture.
8) Calculation: Press Cal key or Calculate of the Scan main menu and the settings take
effect.
c) Interpretation of Information Labeling
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On top of the sector B-scan image and the A-scan waveform area, the info bar is as indicated by 1
in Fig. 3-6, which is for scan imaging information. See Table 3-2 for the specific definition.

Fig. 3-6 Sector Scan Image Information Bar

Table 3-2 Definition of Sector Scan Image Information Bar
Symbol

Meaning

B-Scan

Stands for scan mode. T:S means sector scan.

Area

Stands for scan angle. A:(S)30-(P)1.0-(E)70 in the image means the

start angle (S) is 30-degree, the angle pitch (P) 1-degree, and the end
angle (E) 70-degree.

AP

Stands for aperture. AP:(S)1-(N)16 in Fig. 3-6 means: the start

elementS)is 1, and the element aperture (or element number) (N)16.

PRF

Stands for pulse repetition frequency. PRF:176(7200) in Fig. 3-6

means: frame rate 176 f/s, and PRF 7200Hz.

Stands for system calibration information. Stands for system

calibration information.
In Fig. 3-6, C:VDST stands for the system has done velocity
calibration(V), delay calibration (D), sensitivity calibration (S) and TCG
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Symbol

Meaning
calibration.
If C:Null is displayed here means no calibration is done.

A-Scan

Area

Stands for scan line number. L:16 in Fig. 3-6 refers to the 16th scan
line.

Stands for image angle of the L scan line number. A:46.0 in Fig. 3-6
means the angle of the 16th scan line is 46.0-degree.

3.2 Advanced Scan

Advanced scan is a scan method that records the full scan process based on system internal time
base or system external encoder trigger. The user may select multi-view such as A, B, C, D or their
combination for image display and full course recording.
Operation:
1 Select AdvScan from the desktop menu. The screen is as displayed in Fig. 3-7.
Note: Set up the display view for AdvScan in DspMde.

Fig. 3-7 Advanced Scan Screen

2 Set up display mode: Press F5 (DspMode) menu to set up the advanced scan display
mode, with multiple display modes available.
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3 Set up gate mode: Press F4 (Gate) to set up the gate number and mode for the image.
4 Set up scan mode: Press F3Setup)to set up the trigger mode of scan, which includes:
TimeBase and Encoder. If TimeBase is selected, you may set the scan time interval in
ScanStep; if Encoder is selected, select the name of the encoder connected to the
system in EncoderSel, and set up the minimum step of the encoder in ScanStep.
5 If B-scan image display is set in DspMode, the user may set the position of sample box
for the B-scan image: in B-scan view, press and hold the center of the sample box (the
rectangular box in orange lines) till a red cross appears at the center of the sample box
(as shown in Fig. 3-8). Continue to hold on the sample box center, shift it to a proper
location and then release it to finish the adjustment of sample box position.

Fig. 3-8 Adjustment of Sample Box Position

6 Similar to step 5), set up the size of sample box: In B-scan view, press and hold the
bottom right corner of the sample box (the rectangular box in orange lines) to have dual
arrow indication lines appear on the right and below the sample box (as shown in Fig.
3-9). Continue to hold on the bottom right of the sample box, change the sample box to a
proper size and then release it to finish the adjustment of sample box size.

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Fig.3-9 Adjustment of Sample Box Size

7 Start and stop scanning: After finishing the setup in steps 2)~6), press F3Setup)to
enter the setup menu, as shown in Fig. 3-10. Press Start to start scanning. After the
scan starts, the menu corresponding to F7 changes to Stop. To finish scanning, press
F7 again.

Fig. 3-10

Scan Screen

8 Browse the scan: press F9Browse), select Manual, AutoForward or AutoBack to

browse the scanned image. If Manual is selected, turn the knob to browse the scanned
image.
9 Dynamic rendering: After finishing one scan, by setting up the position and size of the
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sample box again, the C/D scan image can be recreated dynamically without rescanning.
After finishing the scan, adjust the position and size of the sample box, press F11
Rebuild)if the adjustment is finished, and the system will reconstruct the C or D san
image according to the new setup of the position and size of the sample box.
10 Save the scan file: The result of advanced scan can only be saved to an external USB
storage. Connect a USB storage device to the system. As it prompts the identification of
the storage, press F8 (Save) to save the scan file to the external storage.
Note: If one scan is finished without being saved, and you have started a new advanced
scan or exited the advanced scan menu, then the scan data will be cleared and lost, which
cannot be saved again.
11 Recall a saved file: The files saved in the external storage can be recalled in Storage
menu (see 8.1).

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Chapter 4
Phased-array Image Measurement
The phased-array image measurement of this system includes: gate measurement and cursor
measurement. The gate measurement is to measure wave and depth, and the cursor
measurement is to measure horizontal position.

4.1 Measuring Zero

The measuring zero of phased-array image is a reference point of coordinate zero on the image,
which enables the user to measure the relative position of flaws on the image. Therefore the
position of the measuring zero can be determined by the user. For easy description, the measuring
zero is defined as: the interface between the probe (wedge) and the work piece in depth direction,
or certain position of the probe (wedge) in horizontal direction. The horizontal zero recommended
for different probes (wedges) is not the same. See the detailed description below.
a) The vertical and horizontal zero of 0-degree phased-array probe (wedge) is as shown in
Fig. 4-1.

Fig. 4-1 0-degree Probe Zero

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b) The vertical and horizontal zero of the angle phased-array probe is as shown in Fig. 4-2.

Fig. 4-2 Angle Probe Zero

4.2 Gate Measurement

Gate Measurement in phased-array mode is similar to that in conventional UT mode. Information
such as amplitude, sound path and depth within the gate may be acquired.
Operation:
In Gate main menu, Start, Width and Thresh submenus of the corresponding gate may be
adjusted to hitch the echo, and the values will be displayed in the gate measurement area. These
measurements are shown in the Reading submenu.

Table 4-1 Meaning of Gate Measurement Symbols

Symbol
Ha

Meaning
Amplitude percentage of echo measurement point within Gate a.
dB difference between echo measurement point amplitude and gate height

HadB
within Gate a.
Sa

Sound path of echo measurement point within Gate a.

Da

Depth of echo measurement point within Gate a.

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Symbol

Meaning
Horizontal distance from the probe flank to the echo measurement point

Ra
within Gate a.
DC1

Depth of Gate a start position.

DC2

Depth of Gate a end position.

DC12

Width of Gate a (Relative depth).

4.3 Cursor Measurement

4.3.1

Definition

Cursor measurement is used in the image measurement area. The horizontal distance of the
corresponding points in the image and the relative horizontal distance between cursors are
acquired.
Operation:
1

Set Dsp MeasL to On in the Cursor submenu.

Select MeaLen1 submenu, rotate the knob to adjust MeaLen1 and acquire
measurement value of this horizontal position.

Operation of MeaLen2 is similar to that of MeaLen1.

Table 4-2

Meaning of Cursor Measurement Symbols

Symbol

Meaning
Horizontal distance between the MeaLen1 position and the probe central

PC1
scale line.
RC1

Horizontal distance between the MeaLen1 position and the probe flank.
Horizontal distance between the MeaLen2 position and the probe central

PC2
scale line.
RC2

Horizontal distance between the MeaLen2 position and the probe flank.

RC12

Horizontal distance between MeaLen1 and MeaLen2 positions.

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4.3.2

Example for Probe Zero Calibration

Probe zero calibration is for calibrating the distance between the probe central scale or probe
flank and the defect. By calibration, the defect position can be accurately positioned in the
horizontal direction.
Take 16N55S wedge matching 5.0L32-0.5 probe as an example to introduce the probe zero
calibration. The example shows calibration with RC1 (probe flank).
Operation:
1) After powering on the system normally, place the probe on the calibration test block as
shown in Fig. 4-3. Adjust system parameters to get the correct echo image as shown in Fig.
4-4.

Fig. 4-3 Calibration Test Block

Fig. 4-4 System Display Image

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2) Enter Meas->Reading, adjust arbitrary reading to make the data information bar at the top
of the screen to display RCI value as shown in the red frame of Fig. 4-5.

Fig. 4-5 Reading Setting

3) Adjust gate to totally hitch the test block echo, move the probe back and forth to find the
maximum value of the echo. At this time, stabilize the probe position and measure the
horizontal distance D between the probe flank and the defect as shown in Fig. 4-6.

Fig. 4-6 Probe Zero Measurement

4) In Measure->Cursor menu, set Dsp MeasL to On, adjust MeaLen1 to make the cursor of
measurement length 1 completely coincide with the test block defect as shown in the red frame of Fig.
4-7, The red arrow 1 is the indication line of measurement length 1.

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Fig. 4-7 MeaLen1 Adjustment

5) Adjust HorZero value, to make the RC1 display value of data information bar at the top
of the screen equals to D value of step 3) as shown in the red frame of Fig. 4-8. D value is
33.0mm in this example.

Fig. 4-8 Horizontal Zero Adjustment

6) The probe zero calibration is completed.

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Chapter 5
Phased-array Wizard
Phased-array wizard consists of scan and calibration wizards. Scan wizard is to help users to
complete testing process design for the specific testing of work pieces, including the beam
coverage simulation and phased-array imaging parameter settings. Calibration wizard is to guide
the user how to calibrate performance parameters of phased-array, including velocity, delay,
sensitivity and TCG.

5.1 Scan Wizard

Operation:
1 Select ScanWiz from the desktop menu and enter the wizard screen, as shown in Fig.
5-1. After setup, tap Next to go to step 2).
a) GroupNum: To set up the group number for scan imaging. Up to 6 groups can be set
up.
b) WorkPiece: To select the probe parameter of the scanned object.
c) Thickness: To reset up thickness selected for the parameter WorkPiece.
d) WpInfo: To display the detailed information of the probe selected for the parameter
WorkPiece.

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Fig. 5-1 Probe Setup Screen

2 Set up probe and wedge information. Perform setup according to the information of the
probe and the wedge in use, as shown in Fig. 5-2. After setup tap Next to go to step 3).
a) CurGroup: To select the scan group number for probe and wedge setup.
b) Socket: To select the physical connector for the connected probe, which is required
when using the 1-to-2 adapter.
c) ProbeSel: To select the probe model.
d) WedgeSel: To select the wedge model.
e) Position: To select the probe position relative to the weld.

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Fig. 5-2 Probe and Wedge Setup Screen

3 Set up scan type. Set up scan type and display depth based on testing needs, as shown
in Fig. 5-3. After setup tap Next to go to step 4).
a) Depth: To set up image display depth.
b) Type: To set up the scan type as L_Scan or S_Scan.
c) EchoType: To set up the echo as TWave or LWave.
d) MtType: To set up velocity of the tested object.

Fig. 5-3 Scan Type Setup

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4 Set up imaging parameters. Set up imaging parameters based on testing needs, as

shown in Fig. 5-4. After setup tap Next to go to step 5).
a) AngleStart: To set up start angle of phased array scan lines.
b) AngleEnd: To set up end angle of phased array scan lines.
c) AngSpace: To set up the inclination between 2 scan lines in phased array sector
scan.
d) StartEle: To set up the first working element for phased array probe scan.
e) EndArray: To set up the last working element for phased array probe scan.
f)

Focus: To set up transmit focus position of phased array beams.

g) DistancE: To set up the distance from the phased array probe flank or wedge flank to
the weld center.
h) Display: To set up display of beam simulation figure of Current or All. After setting
all the scan parameters of multiple groups, set up Display of the last group as All,
and you can see all the beam simulation figures, as shown in Fig. 5-5.

Fig. 5-4 Imaging Parameter Setup

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Fig. 5-5 Beam Simulation Figure

5 Set up the parameters of Group2, as shown in Fig. 5-6, with the operation the same as
steps 2)~4). If the scan groups are more than 1, repeat the steps to finish setup of scan
parameters for each group.

Fig. 5-6 Parameter Setup for Group2

6 Set up DspMode. The last step of scan wizard is to set up DspMode for each group, as
shown in Fig. 5-7. The position of the image display window can be changed by
SrcArea and DesArea setup, as shown in Fig. 5-8.

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a) DSPX: To set up display mode of Group1. Up to 6 image windows can be displayed

on the screen.
b) Layout: To select the default display position of image window for groups.
c) SrcArea: To set up the serial number of display window which is to be adjusted in
position.
d) DesArea: To set up the serial number of display window which is to be adjusted in
position.
e) Exchange: To swap the display window positions of the serial number set up for
SrcArea and DesArea.

Fig. 5-7 Display Mode Setup

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Fig. 5-8 Display Window Adjustment

7 Finish setup of scan wizard. After setup of step 6), tap Finish to complete setup of scan
wizard, and the system goes to Meas menu, as shown in Fig. 5-9. The default of weld
coverage figure is no display, which can be turned on in Display->indication->GrooveDsp,
with the turn-on effect like Fig. 5-10.

Fig. 5-9 Display in 2 Groups

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Fig. 5-10 Weld Coverage Display

5.2 Calibration Wizard

5.2.1

Definition of Calibration Reference Line

As shown in Fig. 5-11 and Fig. 5-12, there are four reference lines for various calibration areas.

Fig. 5-11 Calibration Reference Line 1

Fig. 5-12 Calibration Reference Line 2

a)

Yellow dotted line: The reference error line, indicating reference error of calibration.

b)

Red dotted line: The sound path or depth location envelope line of echo maximum
amplitude for each scan line.
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c)

Green dotted line: The amplitude envelope line of scan line echo maximum amplitude.

d)

White dotted line: The sound path or depth location envelope line of echo live maximum
amplitude for each scan line.

5.2.2

Velocity Calibration

Generally there are two methods to perform velocity calibration: sound path calibration and depth
calibration. The probe placement and test block appearance for these two calibration methods are
shown in Fig. 5-13, Fig. 5-14 and Fig. 5-15.
The sound path calibration and depth calibration method 1 are mostly used in angle phased-array
probe calibration, and the depth calibration method 2 is usually for 0-degree phased-array probe
calibration.

Fig. 5-13 Velocity Sound Path Calibration Test Block

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Fig. 5-14 Velocity Depth Calibration Method 1 Test Block

Fig. 5-15 Velocity Depth Calibration Method 2 Test Block

[Link] Velocity Sound Path Calibration
Generally, velocity sound path calibration uses two test blocks with known curvature radius to
calibrate an angle phased-array probe.
Operation:
1)

As shown in Fig. 5-16, put the probe on the test block.

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Fig. 5-16 Velocity Sound Path Calibration Test Block

2)

Select VelocityCal from the desktop menu and enter the velocity calibration screen,
as shown in Fig. 5-17, input the radius values 1 and 2 (Fig. 5-16) in the menus
RefPoint1 and RefPoint2 respectively, and adjust AscanSel to select A scan line
(or angle) to perform calibration. Set CalMode to SoundPath. Select Next to go to
step 3).

Fig. 5-17 Reference Point Setting

3)

Adjust aStart and aWidth to bring the A scan echo of RefPoint1 go through the
center of the gate and adjust aThresh to the required thresh, and then adjust Gain
to make the echo amplitude to about 80%. Move the probe back and forth to enable
RefPoint1 achieve the maximum echo amplitude.
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4)

Press F7 (Record), and 1 is shown in the Record menu, which means the echo
position of RefPoint1 is recorded. See Fig. 5-18.

Fig. 5-18 Reference Point 1 Wave Form

5)

Repeat step 3)~4) to bring the A-scan echo of RefPoint2 go through the center of
the gate, and acquire the RefPoint2 maximum echo. See Fig. 5-19.

Fig. 5-19 Reference Point 2 Wave Form

6)

Press Record menu, which means the echo location of RefPoint2 is recorded.
Calculating is shown on the screen. When the calculation is finished, the
calibration is also completed, and the calibrated velocity is shown in the MtVel menu.
C:V is shown in the B-scan image window info, which means velocity calibration is
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finished. See Fig. 5-20.

Fig. 5-20 Velocity Calibration Finished

7)

If the calibrated value of MtVel is accepted, press F4 (Finish) to finish the calibration,
and the screen prompts Do you want to enter the next calibration DelayCal?.
Select Yes to go to DelayCal or No to exit calibration and return to the desktop menu.
If the calibrated value of MtVel is not accepted, repeat steps 3)~6) to re-calibrate.
In multiple group mode, when one group of velocity calibration is finished, tap Next
to go to the velocity calibration of the next group of scanned images.

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[Link]

Velocity Depth Calibration Method 1

Operation:
1)

As is shown in Fig. 5-21, put the probe on the test block.

Fig. 5-21 Depth Calibration Method 1 Test Block

2)

Select VelocityCal from the desktop menu and enter the velocity calibration screen,
as shown in Fig. 5-22, input the depth values 1 and 2 (Fig. 5-21) in the menus
RefPoint1 and RefPoint2 respectively, and adjust AscanSel to select A scan line
(or angle) to perform calibration. Set CalMode to Depth. Select Next to go to step
3).

Fig. 5-22 Reference Point Setting

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3)

Adjust aStart and aWidth to bring A-scan echo of RefPoint1 go through the center
of the gate, and then adjust aThresh to the required thresh. Adjust Gain to make the
echo amplitude to about 80%. Move the probe back and forth to enable the echo of
RefPoint1 coincide with AscanSel line and achieve the maximum echo amplitude of
RefPoint1.

4)

Press F7 (Record), and 1 is shown in the Record menu, which means the echo
position of RefPoint1 is recorded. See Fig. 5-23.

Fig. 5-23 Reference Point 1 Wave Form

5)

Repeat steps 3)~4) to bring the A-scan echo of RefPoint2 go through the center of
the gate, and then enable RefPoint2 achieve the maximum echo amplitude, as
shown in Fig. 5-24.

Fig. 5-24 Reference Point 2 Wave Form

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6)

Press Record menu, which means the echo position of RefPoint2 is recorded.
Calculating is shown on the screen. When the calculation is finished, and the
calibrated velocity is shown in the MtVel menu. C:V is shown in the B-scan image
window info, which means velocity calibration is finished. See Fig. 5-25.

Fig. 5-25 Velocity Calibration Finished

7)

If the calibrated value of MtVel is accepted, press F4 (Finish) to finish the calibration,
and the screen prompts Do you want to enter the next calibration DelayCal?.
Select Yes to go to DelayCal or No to exit calibration and return to the desktop menu.
If the calibrated value of MtVel is not accepted, repeat steps 3)~6) to re-calibrate.
In multiple group mode, when one group of velocity calibration is finished, tap Next
to go to the velocity calibration of the next group of scanned images.

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[Link] Velocity Depth Calibration Method 2

Operation:
1)

As is shown in Fig. 5-26, put the probe on the test block.

Fig. 5-26 Depth Calibration Method 2 Test Block

2)

Select VelocityCal from the desktop menu and enter the velocity calibration screen,
as shown in Fig. 5-27, input the depth values 1 and 2 (Fig. 5-26) in the menus
RefPoint1 and RefPoint2 respectively, and adjust AscanSel to select A scan line to
perform calibration. Set CalMode to Depth. Select Next to go to step 3).

Fig. 5-27 Reference Point Setting

3)

Adjust aStart and aWidth to bring the A-scan echo of RefPoint1 go through the
center of the gate, and then adjust aThresh to the required thresh. Adjust Gain to
make the echo amplitude to about 80%.

4)

Press F7 (Record), and 1 is shown in the Record menu, which means the echo
position of RefPoint1 is recorded. See Fig. 5-28.
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Fig. 5-28 Reference Point 1 Wave Form

5)

Move the probe to the position of RefPoint2, to enable the echo of RefPoint2
display in the screen. Repeat steps 3)~4) to enable the gate to bring the A-scan
echo of RefPoint2 go through the center of the gate and to enable RefPoint2 to
achieve maximum echo amplitude, as shown in Fig. 5-29.

Fig. 5-29 Reference Point 2 Wave Form

6)

Press Record menu, which means the echo position of RefPoint2 is recorded.
Calculating is shown on the screen. When the calculation is finished, and the

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calibrated velocity is shown in the MtVel menu. C:V is shown in the B-scan image
window info, which means velocity calibration is finished. See Fig. 5-30.

Fig. 5-30 Velocity Calibration Finished

7)

If the calibrated value of MtVel is accepted, press F4 (Finish) to finish the calibration,
and the screen prompts Do you want to enter the next calibration DelayCal?.
Select Yes to go to DelayCal or No to exit calibration and return to the desktop menu.
If the calibrated value of MtVel is not accepted, repeat steps 3)~6) to re-calibrate.
In multiple group mode, when one group of velocity calibration is finished, tap Next
to go to the velocity calibration of the next group of scanned images.

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5.2.3

Delay Calibration

Delay calibration consists of probe delay and wedge delay. Generally, there are two methods:
sound path calibration and depth calibration, which can be found in Fig. 5-31, Fig. 5-32 and Fig.
5-33. Sound path calibration and depth calibration method 1 are usually used to calibrate angle
phased-array probe, and depth calibration method 2 is mostly used to calibrate 0-degree
phased-array probe.

Fig. 5-31 Delay Sound Path Calibration Test Block

Fig. 5-32 Delay Depth Calibration Method 1 Test Block

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Fig. 5-33 Delay Depth Calibration Method 2 Test Block

[Link]

Delay Sound Path Calibration

Generally, the delay sound path calibration uses a test block with known curvature radius to
calibrate an angle phased-array probe.
Operation:
1)

As shown in Fig. 5-34, put the probe on the test block.

Fig. 5-34 Delay Sound Path Calibration Test Block

2)

Select DelayCal from the desktop menu and enter the delay calibration screen, as
shown in Fig. 5-35, input the radius value of the reference point (Fig. 5-34) in the
menu RefPoint, and set CalMode to SoundPath. RefError is the visual delay error
for each scan line, and the default value is 5%. When the setup is finished, select
Next to go to step 3).

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Fig. 5-35 Reference Point Setting

3)

Adjust aStart and aWidth to hitch B-scan echo of the whole RefPoint, adjust
aThresh to the required thresh, and then adjust Gain to make the echo amplitude to
about 80%. Move the probe back and forth to enable each scan line to achieve the
maximum echo amplitude, that is the echo amplitude envelope (green dotted line) is
not updated, and get the highest echo wave position envelope curve (red dotted line),
as shown in Fig. 5-36. If the echo position envelope is not acceptable, you can press
F12 (ClearEnv) to reproduce the envelope.

Fig. 5-36 Create An Envelope

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4)

Press F11 (Calibration) to finish delay calibration. Move the probe back and forth

to

reproduce maximum position envelope of each scan line echo. if the calibration
result is correct, the red position envelope line should be among the yellow dotted
lines, as shown in Fig.5-37. C:D is shown in the B-scan image window info, which
means delay calibration is finished.

Fig. 5-37 Delay Calibration

5)

If the delay calibration result is accepted, press F4 (Finish) to finish the calibration,
and the screen prompts Do you want to enter the next calibration SenCal?. Select
Yes to go to SenCal or No to exit calibration and return to the desktop menu. If the
delay calibration is not accepted, repeat steps 3)~4) to re-calibrate.
In multiple group mode, when one group of delay calibration is finished, tap Next to
go to the delay calibration of the next group of scanned images.

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[Link] Delay Depth Calibration Method 1

Operation:
1)

As shown in Fig. 5-38, put the probe on the test block.

Fig. 5-38 Delay Depth Calibration Method 1 Test Block

2)

Select DelayCal from the desktop menu and enter the delay calibration screen, as
shown in Fig. 5-39, input the depth value of the reference point (Fig. 5-38) in the
menu RefPoint, and set CalMode to Depth. RefError is the visual error for each
scan line delay, and the default value is 5%. When the setup is finished, select Next
to go to step 3).

Fig. 5-39 Reference Point Setting

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3)

Adjust aStart and aWidth to hitch B-scan echo of the RefPoint, adjust aThresh to
the required thresh, and then adjust Gain to make the echo amplitude to about 80%.
Move the probe back and forth to enable each scan line to achieve the maximum
echo amplitude, that is the echo amplitude envelope (green dotted line) is not
updated, and get the highest echo wave position envelope curve (red dotted line), as
shown in Fig. 5-40. If the echo position envelope is not acceptable, press F12
(ClearEnv) to reproduce.

Fig. 5-40 Create An Envelope

4)

Press F11 (Calibration) to finish delay calibration. Move the probe back and forth to
reproduce maximum position envelope of each scan line echo. if the calibration
result is correct, the red position envelope line should be among the yellow dotted
lines, as shown in Fig. 5-41. C:D is shown in the B-scan image window info, which
means delay calibration is finished.

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Fig. 5-41 Delay Calibration Finished

5)

If the delay calibration result is accepted, press F4 (Finish) to finish the calibration,
and the screen prompts Do you want to enter the next calibration SenCal?. Select
Yes to go to SenCal or No to exit calibration and return to the desktop menu. If the
delay calibration is not accepted, repeat steps 3)~4) to re-calibrate.

6)

In multiple group mode, when one group of delay calibration is finished, tap Next to
go to the delay calibration of the next group of scanned images.

[Link]

Delay Depth Calibration Method 2

Operation:
1)

As shown in Fig. 5-42, put the probe on the test block.

Fig. 5-42 Delay Depth Calibration Method 2 Test Block

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2)

Select DelayCal

from the desktop menu and enter the delay calibration screen, as

shown in Fig. 5-43, input the depth value of the reference point (Fig. 5-42) in the
menu RefPoint, and set CalMode to Depth. RefError is the visual error for each
scan line delay, and the default value is 5%. When the setup is finished, select Next
to go to step 3).

Fig. 5-43 Reference Point Setting

3)

Adjust aStart and aWidth to hitch B-scan echo of the RefPoint, adjust aThresh to
the required thresh, and then adjust Gain to make the echo amplitude to about 80%.
Move the probe back and forth to enable each scan line to achieve the maximum
echo amplitude, that is the echo amplitude envelope (green dotted line) is not
updated, and get the highest echo wave position envelope curve (red dotted line), as
shown in Fig. 5-44. If the echo position envelope is not acceptable, press F12
(ClearEnv) to reproduce.

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Fig. 5-44 Create An Envelope

4)

Press F11 (Calibration) to finish delay calibration. Move the probe back and forth to
reproduce position envelope of each scan line echo. if the calibration result is correct,
the red position envelope line should be among the yellow dotted lines, as shown in
Fig.5-45. C:D is shown in the B-scan image window info, which means delay
calibration is finished.

Fig. 5-45 Delay Calibration

5)

If the delay calibration result is accepted, press F4 (Finish) to finish the calibration,

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and the screen prompts Do you want to enter the next calibration SenCal?. Select
Yes to go to SenCal or No to exit calibration and return to the desktop menu. If the
delay calibration is not accepted, repeat steps 3)~4) to re-calibrate.
In multiple group mode, when one group of delay calibration is finished, tap Next to
go to the delay calibration of the next group of scanned images.
5.2.4

Sensitivity Calibration

Generally, the sensitivity calibration uses three kinds of test blocks, which are shown in Fig. 5-46,
Fig. 5-47 and Fig. 5-48. The test blocks in Fig. 5-46 and Fig. 5-47 are usually for sensitivity
calibration on an angled phased-array probe, and the test block in Fig. 5-48 is mostly used for
sensitivity calibration on a 0-degree phased-array probe.

Fig. 5-46 Sensitivity Calibration Test Block 1

Fig. 5-47 Sensitivity Calibration Test Block 2

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Fig. 5-48 Sensitivity Calibration Test Block 3

[Link] Sensitivity Calibration Method 1
Operation:
1)

As shown in Fig. 5-49, put the probe on the test block.

Fig. 5-49 Sensitivity Calibration Test Block 1

2)

Select SenCal

from the desktop menu and enter the sensitivity calibration screen, as shown

in Fig. 5-50, RefAmp is the echo amplitude after the calibration is completed, and the default
value is 80%. RefError is the visual error of the echo amplitude after the calibration is
completed, the default value is 5%, and ErrorUnit can be selected as amplitude or dB value.
Set CalMode to SoundPath. When the setup is finished, select Next to go to step 3).

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Fig. 5-50 Reference Point Setting

3)

Adjust Depth to make the echo of reference arc appear at the center of the B-scan image,
and then adjust aStart and aWidth to hitch B-scan echo. Adjust aThresh to the required
thresh, and then adjust Gain to make the echo amplitude to about 80%. Move the probe back
and forth to make each scan line reach the maximum echo amplitude. The maximum echo
amplitude envelope curve (green dotted line) is shown in Fig. 5-51. In calibration, the white
dotted line is the live envelope line of echo amplitude for each scan line. If the echo amplitude
envelope is not acceptable, you can pressF12ClearEnv to reproduce it.

Fig. 5-51 Create An Envelope

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4)

Press F11(Calibration) to finish sensitivity calibration. Move the probe back and forth to
reproduce each scan line echo amplitude envelope. If the calibration result is correct, the
green amplitude envelope should among the yellow dotted lines as shown in Fig. 5-52. C:S is
shown in the B-scan image window info, which means sensitivity calibration is finished.

Fig. 5-52 Sensitivity Calibration

5)

If the sensitivity calibration result is accepted, press F4 (Finish) to finish the calibration,

and

the screen prompts Do you want to enter the next calibration TCG_Cal?. Select Yes to go to
TCG_Cal or No to exit calibration and return to the desktop menu. If the TCG calibration is not
accepted, repeat steps 3)~4) to re-calibrate.
6)

In multiple group mode, when one group of delay calibration is finished, tap Next to go to the
sensitivity calibration of the next group of scanned images.

[Link] Sensitivity Calibration Method 2

Operation:
1)

As shown in Fig. 5-53, put the probe on the test block.

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Fig. 5-53 Sensitivity Calibration Test Block 2

2)

Select SenCal

from the desktop menu and enter the sensitivity calibration screen,

as shown in Fig. 5-54. RefAmp is the echo amplitude after the calibration is
completed, and the default value is 80%. RefError is the visual error of the echo
amplitude after the calibration is completed, the default value is 5%, and ErrorUnit is
the selectable amplitude or dB value. Set CalMode to Depth. When the setup is
finished, select Next to go to step 3).

Fig. 5-54 Reference Point Setting

3)

Adjust Depth to make the reference echo appear at the center of the B-scan image,
and then adjust aStart and aWidth to hitch B-scan echo. Adjust aThresh to the
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required thresh, and then adjust Gain to make the echo amplitude to about 80%.
Move the probe back and forth to make each scan line reach the maximum echo
amplitude. The maximum echo amplitude envelope curve (green dotted line) is
shown in Fig. 5-55. In calibration, the white dotted line is the live envelope line of
echo amplitude for each scan line. If the echo amplitude envelope is not acceptable,
you can press F12 (ClearEnv) to reproduce it.

Fig. 5-55 Build An Envelope

4)

Press F11 (Calibration) to finish sensitivity calibration. Move the probe back and forth
to reproduce echo amplitude envelope of each scan line. If the calibration result is
correct, the green amplitude envelope line should be among the yellow dotted lines
as shown in Fig. 5-56. C:S is shown in the B-scan image window info, which means
sensitivity calibration is finished.

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Fig. 5-56 Sensitivity Calibration

5)

If the sensitivity calibration result is accepted, press F4 (Finish) to finish the

calibration, and the screen prompts Do you want to enter the next calibration
TCG_Cal?. Select Yes to go to TCG_Cal or No to exit calibration and return to the
desktop menu. If TCG calibration is not accepted, tap ClearCalib and repeat steps
3)~4) to re-calibrate.
In multiple group mode, when one group of sensitivity calibration is finished, tap
Next to go to sensitivity calibration of the next group of scanned images.

[Link]

Sensitivity Calibration Method 3

Operation:
1)

As shown in Fig. 5-57, put the probe on the test block.

Fig. 5-57 Sensitivity Calibration Test Block 3

2)

Select SenCal

from the desktop menu and enter the sensitivity calibration screen,

as shown in Fig. 5-58. RefAmp is the echo amplitude after the calibration is
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completed, and the default value is 80%. RefError is the visual error of the echo
amplitude after the calibration is completed, the default value is 5%, and ErrorUnit is
the selectable amplitude or dB value. Set CalMode to Depth. When the setup is
finished, select Next to go to step 3).

Fig. 5-58 Reference Point Setting

3)

Adjust Depth to make the reference echo appear at the center of the B-scan image,
and then adjust aStart and aWidth to hitch B-scan echo. Adjust aThresh to the
required thresh, and then adjust Gain to make the echo amplitude to about 80%.
Move the probe back and forth to make each scan line reach the maximum echo
amplitude. The maximum echo amplitude envelope curve (green dotted line) is
shown in Fig. 5-59. In calibration, the white dotted line is the live envelope line of
echo amplitude for each scan line. If the echo amplitude envelope is not acceptable,
you can press F12 (ClearEnv) to reproduce it.

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Fig. 5-59 Create An Envelope

4)

Press F11 (Calibration) to finish sensitivity calibration. Move the probe back and forth
to reproduce echo amplitude envelope of each scan line. If the calibration result is
correct, the green amplitude envelope line should be among the yellow dotted lines
as shown in Fig. 5-60. C:S is shown in the B-scan image window info, which means
sensitivity calibration is finished.

Fig. 5-60 Sensitivity Calibration

6)

If the sensitivity calibration result is accepted, press F4 (Finish) to finish the

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calibration, and the screen prompts Do you want to enter the next calibration
TCG_Cal?. Select Yes to go to TCG_Cal or No to exit calibration and return to the
desktop menu. If TCG calibration is not accepted, tap ClearCalib and repeat steps
3)~4) to re-calibrate.
In multiple group mode, when one group of sensitivity calibration is finished, tap
Next to go to sensitivity calibration of the next group of scanned images.
5.2.5

TCG Calibration

TCG calibration is for the calibration of the difference in echo amplitude due to the different
distances between the same reflector and the probe in the ultrasound propagation path.
Oblique-hole test block and step test block, shown as Fig. 5-61 and Fig. 5-62, are usually used for
TCG calibration. Oblique-hole test block is to calibrate angle phased array probes and step test
block is to calibrate 0-degree phased array probes.

Fig. 5-61 Oblique-hole Test Block for TCG Calibration

Fig. 5-62 Step Test Block for TCG Calibration

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[Link] TCG calibration Method 1

TCG calibration Method 1 uses a test block with a row of oblique holes, usually for angle
phased array probes.
Operation:
1)

Put the probe on the test block as shown in Fig. 5-63.

Fig. 5-63 Sound Velocity and Sound Path Calibration Test Block
2)

Select TCG_Cal from the desktop menu and enter the TCG calibration screen, as
shown in Fig. 5-64. RefAmp is the echo amplitude after the calibration is completed,
and the default value is 80%. RefError is the visual error of the echo amplitude after
the calibration is completed, the default value is 5%, ErrorUnit is the selectable
amplitude or dB value, and Depth is to set up display depth of B-scan image. Set
CalMode to Depth. When the setup is finished, select Next to go to step 3).

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Fig. 5-64 TCG Calibration Screen

3)

Adjust aStart and aWidth to have the B image area hitch the first reflector echo (or
the start depth hole echo desired by the user). Adjust aThresh to the required thresh,
and then adjust Gain to make the echo amplitude to about 80%. Move the probe
back and forth to make each scan line reach the maximum echo amplitude. The
maximum echo amplitude envelope curve (green dotted line) is shown in Fig. 5-65.
In calibration, the white dotted line is the live envelope line of echo amplitude for
each scan line. If the echo amplitude envelope is not acceptable, press F12
(ClearEnv) to reproduce it.

Fig. 5-65 Build RecPt 1 Envelope

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4)

Press F10 (Record), and the Record menu displays 1-1, the first number
represents the serial number of current record point, and the second number
represents total record point number. Move the probe back and forth to reproduce
echo amplitude envelope of each scan line. If the calibration result is correct, the
green amplitude envelope line should be among the yellow dotted lines as shown in
Fig. 5-66. If the calibration result is not acceptable, repeat step 4) till the calibration
result is satisfactory.

Fig. 5-66
5)

Record of RecPt 1 Done

Press F12 (Next point), Record menu displays 1-2, and then finish the calibration
of the RecPt 2 refer to step 3) to step 4), as shown in Fig. 5-67.

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Fig. 5-67 Calibration of RecPt 2 Done

6)

Repeat step 5) to finish calibration of other hole echo. If recalibration of calibrated

record point is needed, press F11 or F12 to select the record point to be edited, and
refer to step 3) to 4) to calibrate. If the calibrated result is finished, press Next to go
to step 7).

7)

Set the curve amplitude and number, as shown in Fig. 5-68. The user can set up six
referenced curves at most.

Fig. 5-68 TCG Calibrated Curve

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8)

If the TCG calibration result is accepted, press F4 (Finish) to exit the calibration, and
retu4rn to the desktop menu. If not accepted, tap TCG_Cal to repeat steps 2)~7) to
re-calibrate.
In multiple group mode, when one group of TCG calibration is finished, tap Next to
go to TCG calibration of the next group of scanned images.

[Link] TCG Calibration Method 2

A step block is used for TCG calibration method 2, usually used for testing 0-degree phased
array probes.
Operation:
1)

Put the probe on the test block as shown in Fig. 5-69.

Fig. 5-69 TCG calibration block

2)

Select TCG_Cal from the desktop menu and enter the TCG calibration screen, as
shown in Fig. 5-70. RefAmp is the echo amplitude after the calibration is completed, and
the default value is 80%. RefError is the visual error of the echo amplitude after the
calibration is completed, the default value is 5%, ErrorUnit is the selectable amplitude or
dB value, and Depth is to set up display depth of B-scan image. Set CalMode to Depth.
When the setup is finished, select Next to go to step 3).

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Fig. 5-70 TCG Calibration Screen

3)

Adjust aStart and aWidth to hitch B-scan echo of the RefPoint, adjust aThresh to the
required thresh, and then adjust Gain to make the echo amplitude to about 80%. Move
the probe back and forth to enable each scan line to achieve the maximum echo
amplitude, and to acquire the maximum echo amplitude envelope curve (green dotted
line), as shown in Fig. 5-71. In calibration, the white dotted line refers to the live envelope
of each scan line echo amplitude. If the echo amplitude envelope is not acceptable, press
F12 (ClearEnv) to reproduce it.

Fig. 5-71 Build RecPt 1 Envelope

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4)

Press F10 (Record) to record the echo amplitude of RefPoint 1. Move the probe back
and forth to reproduce echo amplitude envelope of each scan line. If the calibration result
is correct, the green amplitude envelope line should be among the yellow dotted lines as
shown in Fig. 5-72. If the calibration result is not acceptable, repeat step 4) until the
acceptable result is obtained.

Fig. 5-72 Calibration of RecPt 1 Done

5)

Put the probe in the RecPt 2 position of the step test block, and then repeat step 3) to 4)
to finish the calibration of RecPt 2, as shown in Fig. 5-73.

Fig. 5-73 Calibration of RecPt 2 done

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6)

Repeat step 3) to 4) to finish calibration of other reference points. If recalibration of

calibrated record point is needed, press F11 or F12 to select needed record point, and
refer to step 3) to 4). When the calibration is finished, tap Next to go to step 7).

7)

Set the curve amplitude and number, as shown in Fig. 5-74. The user can set up six
referenced curves at most.

Fig. 5-74 TCG calibration curve

8)

If the TCG calibration result is accepted, press F4 (Finish) to exit the calibration, and
retu4rn to the desktop menu. If not accepted, tap TCG Cal to repeat steps 2)~7) to
re-calibrate.
In multiple group mode, when one group of TCG calibration is finished, tap Next to go to
TCG calibration of the next group of scanned images.

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Chapter 6
Conventional Ultrasound Menu
6.1 Menu Structure
The menu structure in conventional UT mode is shown in Table 6-1. For the menus with the mark *
in the menu structure below, press Fx key corresponding to the menu repeatedly (or tap the menu
on the touch screen continuously) to toggle between different step values.
Table 6-1 Menu Structure
Main Menu

Basic

1st
Channel

Basic

Transmit

Receive

--

ChannelNu

Range*

TxMode

Gain

--

ChannelSel

DisplayDly *

PulseVol*

GainStep

--

DspMode

MtType

PulseWd

Frequency

--

--

EchoType

Damping

Rectify

--

--

Mtvel

PRF

FineGain

--

--

ProbeDly

Dual

Reject

--

Alarm

AWS

Submenu

m
2nd
Submenu

Main Menu

Meas

1st
Basic

Gate

Reading

ProbeAng*

aLogic

Reading 1

AGateAlarm

Op

K Value

aStart *

Reading 2

BGateAlarm

aStart

X Value

aWidth *

Reading 3

BuzzerAlar

aWidth

Submenu

2nd

Submenu
Thickness*
MeasMode

aThresh

Reading 4

--

aThresh

bLogic

Reading 5

--

B_Ref

6-1

Main Menu

Meas
DAC

bStart *

Reading 6

--

--

--

bWidth *

Reading 7

--

--

--

bThresh

Reading 8

--

--

Main Menu

TOFD

1st
Back

Next

Finish

--

--

--

--

--

--

--

--

Submenu
2nd

Each step of TOFD wizard

Submenu

Main Menu

DAC

1st
Back

Next

Finish

Submenu
2nd

Each step of DAC wizard

Submenu

Main Menu

AngleCalib

1st
Back

Next

Finish

Submenu
2nd

Each step of angle calibration

Submenu

Main Menu

AutoCalib

1st
Back

Next

Finish

Submenu
2nd

Each step of auto calibration

Submenu
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Main Menu

Mng

1st
Storage

Encoder

--

--

--

File Type

Test

--

--

--

Save

Revise

--

--

--

New Folder

Delete

--

--

--

Select

Add

--

--

--

Edit

Rename

--

--

--

Submenu

2nd
Submenu

Order
Open
FileInfo

Main Menu

Setup

1st
System

Reference

Info

--

--

Brightness

Unit

Date

--

--

ScreenCal

Lang()

Time

--

--

Default

ColorEdit

Network

--

--

SW Update

--

About

--

--

DisplayDev

--

--

--

--

ActiveBattery

--

--

--

--

Licensing

--

--

--

--

TouchSW

--

--

--

--

Submenu

2nd
Submenu

6.2 Menu Operation

The screen layout in conventional UT mode is basically the same as that in phased array mode.
The main menu and submenu operations are the same as those in phased array mode. Users
may refer to 2.2 to operate menus in conventional UT mode.

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6.3 Function Description

6.3.1
a)

Basic

Channel

ChannelNum: For setting channel number in conventional UT scanning.

ChannelSel: For selecting conventional UT channel.

DspMode: For setting channel number displayed in the image area. If ChannelNum
is 1, no selection is available in this menu.

b)

c)

Basic

Range: For setting scanning range for conventional UT mode.

DisplayDly: For setting the image display of ultrasound pulse delay distance.

MtType: For setting material type of the tested object.

EchoType: For setting echo type for scanning.

MtVel: For setting ultrasound propagation velocity of the tested object.

ProbeDly: For setting probe zero.

Transmit

TxMode: For setting transmit pulse mode: Spike or Square.

PulseVol*: For setting the voltage amplitude of transmit pulse.

PulseWd: For setting transmit pulse width, the value of pulse width related to
TxMode.

d)

Damping: For setting damping value.

PRF: For setting transmit pulse repetition frequency.

Dual: For setting probe operating mode.

Receive

Gain: For setting receiving amplifier gain. The higher the gain, the more powerful the
echo signals.

GainStep: For setting receiving amplifier gain adjustment step.

Frequency: For setting bandwidth of the receiving digital filter.

Rectify: For setting receiving detection mode.

FineGain: For fine adjustment of receiving gain.

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Reject: For setting digital rejection.

Note: The system gain and gain step are defaulted to be shown in the info bar at the
top of the screen.
6.3.2
a)

b)

c)

Meas

Basic

ProbeAng: For setting parameter of probe angle.

K Value: For setting parameter of probe K value, which is related to ProbeAng.

X Value: For setting parameter of probe X Value.

Thickness: For setting thickness of the scanned object.

MeasMode: For setting measurement algorithm.

DAC: For on/off/clear of DAC curve.

Gate

aLogic: For setting on/off for Gate A.

aStart: For setting start position for Gate A.

aWidth: For setting width for Gate A.

aThresh: For setting thresh position for Gate A.

bLogic: For setting on/off for Gate B.

bStart: For setting start position for Gate B.

bWidth: For setting width for Gate B.

bThresh: For setting thresh position for Gate B.

Reading: For setting displayed content in the data info bar. For the meaning of the items,
see Chapter 4.

d)

Alarm

AGateAlarm: For setting Gate A alarm mode, with WaveInAlarm and

WaveLostAlarm.

BGateAlarm: For setting Gate B alarm mode, with WaveInAlarm and

WaveLostAlarm.

e)

BuzzerAlarm: For setting on/off for buzzer alarm.

AWS
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Operation: to turn on and off the AWS measurement record function.

aStart: For setting start position for Gate A.

aWidth: For setting width for Gate A.

aThresh: For setting thresh position for Gate A.

B Ref: For displaying echo gain value within the Gate A when AWS record is on.

6.3.3

TOFD

For entering TOFD scanning wizard.

6.3.4

DAC

For entering DAC curve making wizard.

6.3.5

AngleCalib

For entering angle calibration wizard.

6.3.6

AutoCalib

For entering auto calibration wizard.

6.3.7

Mng/ Management

The functions of the submenus are the same as 2.3.11 Management.

6.3.8

Setup

The functions of the submenus are the same as 2.3.12 Setup.

6.4 Image Information Bar

Information bar is pointed by 1 in Fig. 6-1, which is for representing parameter setting information.
See Table 6-2 for the specific definition.

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Fig. 6-1 Conventional Ultrasound Image Information Bar

Table 6-2 Definition of Conventional Image Information Bar
Symbol

Meaning
Standing for channel number.

ch1
ch1:D means channel 1 single probe; ch1:S means channel 1 dual probe.
Standing for gate measurement mode.
M:P means the gate measurement mode is peak measurement, calculate the
sound path and amplitude when the echo reaches the highest point inside the
M

gate.
M:F means the gate measurement mode is flank measurement. Calculate sound
path in the cross point of the echo and gate, and then calculate amplitude when
the echo reaches the highest point inside the gate.
Standing for scan angle. The number after A means the tan value of the probe

A
angle.
Standing for A gate buzzer warning type. ALA:P means the alarm type is wave in
ALA
alarm; ALA:N means the alarm type is wave lost alarm.
Standing for B gate buzzer alarm type.
ALB

ALB:P means that the alarm type is wave in alarm; ALB:N means the alarm type is
wave lost alarm.

PRF

Stands for pulse repetition frequency. unit is Hz.

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Chapter 7
Conventional UT Wizard
Conventional UT wizard consists of TOFD wizard, DAC wizard, AngleCalibration and
AutoCalibration wizard. TOFD wizard is for helping users to finish TOFD scanning process design
for specific tested work pieces, including work piece beam coverage simulation and ultrasound
imaging parameter settings; DAC wizard, AngleCalibration and AutoCalibration are for giving user
instructions on how to finish setup of conventional ultrasound DAC curve, material velocity, probe
zero and probe angle.

7.1

TOFD Wizard

TOFD helps users to finish TOFD scanning process design for specific tested work pieces, with
single channel and dual channel for selection. To make it clear, this manual uses single channel
mode as an example, and the operation of multi-channel is slightly different from that of single
channel.
TOFD wizard has 5 steps: Setup channel num Workpiece coverage simulation Setup wave
parameter Setup encoder parameter Setup image scanning parameter.
Operation:
1)

Select TOFD in the conventional UT imaging desktop menu, and enter TOFD wizard, as
shown in Fig. 7-1. This step is for ParamOpen and ChannelNum setup. Tap Next to go to step
2) when the setup is finished.
a) ParamOpen: to recall the existing scan setting parameters, and revise them in the wizard.
b) ChannelNum: to set up the number of scanning channels. When ChannelNum is set to 1,
the system is default to select the 1st channel for scanning.

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Fig. 7-1 Channel Number Setting

2)

Step 2: bean coverage simulation. Step 2 is for setting up work piece, probe and wedge
parameters. The system will simulate ultrasound propagation path in the tested object
according to user setting parameters, so that the user can intuitively understand the
ultrasound propagation situation in the tested object. See Fig. 7-2 for work piece parameter
setup and Fig. 7-3 for probe and wedge parameter setup. Tap Next to go to step 3) when the
setup is finished.

Note: In single channel mode, the probe and wedge parameters can only be set once, and each
channel can only be set up individually in multi-channel mode.

Fig. 7-2 Work Piece Parameter Setting

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Fig. 7-3 Probe and Wedge Parameters Setting

3)

Step 3: conventional UT parameters setting. This step is to calibrate probe delay, set up
ProbeSpac of the crawler and ultrasound imaging parameters. Tap Next to go to step 4)
when the setup is finished.
Note: In single channel mode, the conventional ultrasound parameters need setup once only.
But each channel needs to be set up individually in multi-channel mode.
a) Calibrate Probe Delay:
(1) Install the TOFD probes on the wedge and then dock the two probes as shown in Fig.
7-4. Adjust system parameters such as gain, test range and display delay to make
the probe docking echo shown at the center of the screen.

Fig. 7-4 Probe Delay Calibration for Docking Probes

(2) Adjust aStart and aWidth parameters to bring the main peak of the pulse echo go
through the center of the gate, move the probe wedge back and forth till the highest
echo is displayed on the screen, as shown in Fig. 7-5.

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Fig. 7-5 Calib_Zero Wave Form

(3) Stabilize the probe, and press F7 (Calib_Zero) to finish calibrating ProbeDly.
(4) Use a ruler to measure d value in Fig. 7-4, which is for setting probe space of the
crawler.
b) Set up crawler probe space:
(1) Install the probe and the wedge on the crawler.
(2) Adjust the probe fixing position on the crawler, and make the flank space of two
probe wedges D=PCS-d , where PCS is the probe center space, with the default
displayed in the information bar above the screen image, d is the measured value
in step 4) of the operation of Probe Dly Calibration.
Tip: The default calculation formula for PCS is PCS=
thickness of the work piece,

4
htan , where h is the
3

is the angle of the probe wedge. This calculation

formula assumes that the parameter setting in Focus of TOFD imaging wizard step
2 is the default setting. If Focus is user-defined, the calculation formula will be

PCS=2 f tan , where f is the focus position.

c) Set up ultrasound imaging parameters
(1) After finishing probe space setup, put the crawler at a defect-free position on the
work piece.

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(2) Adjust the gain to about 70-85dB, and then adjust PulseVol, PulseWd, Damping
and Frequency according to the probe size and frequency, enabling the lateral
wave and bottom wave appear on the screen, as shown in Fig. 7-6.
(3) Adjust Line1 and Line2 to measure thickness of work piece (displayed at the top of
image frame). If the measured value is different from the actual thickness of work
piece, adjust PCS menu to make the value consistent.
Note:
1.

In some test standards, the bottom variant wave (transverse bottom wave) is
required to show on the screen. In this case, the bottom variant wave will be
shown by adjusting Range and DisplayDly.

2.

In dual channel mode, the bottom wave of channel 1 work piece may not be
displayed because of the testing process setting. For thickness calibration,
usually an artificial defect with known depth and lateral wave are used for
Channel 1, while a known artificial defect and bottom wave are used for
Channel 2.

Fig. 7-6 TOFD Wave Form

4)

Step 4: encoder setting, which is for operations such as encoder select, increase, revision and
testing as shown in Fig. 7-7. See 8.2 Encoder Management for details. Tap Next to go to step
5) when the setup is finished.
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Fig. 7-7 Encoder Setting

5)

Step 5: Set up image scanning parameters, which is for setting the encoder moving direction
when scanning, scan line average number and channel spacing (for dual channels only), as
shown in Fig. 7-8.
a) Direction: set the encoder moving direction when scanning. Forward means the encoder
moves away from the operator, and Backward means the encoder moves towards the
operator.
b) Average: scan line average, which is for filtering out random noise and increase S/N ratio.
The elimination of random noise is more obvious if Average is bigger.
Note: Under the circumstance that the average number is inversely proportional to the
encoder moving speed (i.e. PRF is the same), the encoder moving speed is slower when the
average number is bigger.
c) ChannelOff: the probe distance between two ultrasound channels. This parameter only
works for the dual channel mode.

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Fig. 7-8 Scanning Parameter Setting

6)

After finishing steps 1) to 5), press F4 (Finish), the screen prompts whether to save the
parameters or not. Choose Yes to bring up the saving setting parameter screen, the user can
store the setting parameter in the system. Choose No to exist the wizard and enter the Scan
screen to start scanning, as shown in Fig. 7-9.

Fig. 7-9 TOFD Scan Screen

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7.2

TOFD Scan

TOFD scan screen is for setting parameters for TOFD scan images and scanning. Storage,
measurement and analysis can be performed on the result when the scan is finished.
7.2.1 Scan
Enter the scan screen, set up the scan parameters in Basic menu, and tap Start to scan. When
the scan is finished, tap Save to save the result, and review the result through Browse, as shown
in Fig. 7-0.

Fig. 7-10 TOFD Scan Screen

a) EncodeSel: For selecting the proper encoder.
b) ScanStep: For setting the proper encoder step (precision)
c) Direction: For setting the encoder moving direction, with the default direction Forward.
d) Average: scan line average, which is for filtering out random noise and increase S/N ratio.
The elimination of random noise is more obvious if Average is bigger.
Note: Under the circumstance that the average number is inversely proportional to
the scan speed (i.e. PRF is the same), the scan speed is slower if the average number is
bigger.
e) Start: to start scanning.
f)

Save: to save the scan result. Tap it to open the save screen, and the scan result can be
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saved in the system internal memory or an external USB disk.

g) Browse: to browse the scan result, with Manual, AutoForward and AutoBack for
selection.
h) BrowseStep: to set up playback speed for browse.
7.2.2 Parameter Seup
In TOFD scan screen, the user may set up parameters such as Chn_Pos, Gain and PRF as
required. As shown in Fig. 7-, set up menus Chn_Pos and Parameter.

Fig. 7-11 TOFD Scan Parameter Setup

7.2.3 Image Measurement
Take the dual channel TOFD image (thickness 100mm) as an example, here is a demo of how to
perform measurement:
1) Set up CurveLen, change the menu value, and set up the length of the arc fitting cursor.
2) Select the menu LW, turn the knob to make the LW measured cursor coincide with LW in
the image.
3) Select HCursor1 and turn the knob to set up the location; Select VCursor1 and turn the
knob to set up the location. Now the setup of measurement start is finished.
4) Select HCursor2 and turn the knob to set up the location; Select VCursor2 and turn the
knob to set up the location. Now the setup of measurement end is finished.
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As shown in Fig. 7-.

Fig. 7-12 Measure Cursor Setup for TOFD Image

5) Tap RectMeas to finish image measurement. The measured area is marked by a green
dotted line, as shown in Fig. 7-.

Fig. 7-13 TOFD Image Measurement

6) Tap MeasRes to see the measurement result, as shown in Fig. 7-.

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Fig. 7-14 TOFD Measurement Result

7.2.4 Image Processing
Image processing is for adjustment of Straighten, Remove, Gain and Contrast for TOFD scan
images, as shown in Fig. 7-.

Fig. 7-15 TOFD Image Processing

a) Straighten
This function is for image LW (Lateral Wave) and BW (Bottom Wave) straightening. Here
is an example for LW straightening operation.
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1)

Select HCursor1, and turn the knob to set up its location; Select VCursor1, and turn
the knob to set up its location. Now the horizontal and vertical setup of start in the
straightening area is finished.

2)

Select HCursor2, and turn the knob to set up its location; Select VCursor2, and turn
the knob to set up its location. Now the horizontal and vertical setup of end in the
straightening area is finished.

3)

Tap the menu Straighten, and a red solid line appears on the image. Turn the knob
to bring the red solid line in the area set up in step 1) and 2), as shown in Fig. 7-.

Fig. 7-16 Image Straighten Operation

4)

Press Enter on the keypad to finish straighten processing. Tap the menu Recover to
remove straighten effect.

b) Remove
Remove is to remove lateral wave or bottom wave on images. Here is an example for lateral
wave remove.
1)

Select HCursor1, and turn the knob to set up its location; Select VCursor1, and
turn the knob to set up its location. Now the horizontal and vertical setup of start in
the remove area is finished.

2)

Select HCursor2, and turn the knob to set up its location; Select VCursor2, and
turn the knob to set up its location. Now the horizontal and vertical setup of end in the
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remove area is finished.

3)

Tap the menu Remove, and a red solid line appears on the image. Turn the knob to
bring the red solid line in the area set up in step 1) and 2), as shown in Fig. 7-.

Fig. 7-17 Image Remove Operation

4)

Press Enter on the keypad to finish remove processing, as shown in Fig. 7-. Tap the
menu Recover to eliminate the Remove effect.

Fig. 7-18 Image Remove Effect

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7.3

DAC Wizard

DAC wizard is for guiding the user to make DAC curve based on the detection requirement.
Operation:
1)

Select Wizard ->DAC in the UT interface, and enter DAC wizard as shown in Fig. 7-19.

Fig. 7-19 DAC Wizard Screen

2)

Adjust the parameters aStart and aWidth, bring the echo go through the gate A center.
Set the gain to make the echo amplitude bigger than 20% and smaller than 100%.

3)

Press F10 (Record) menu to finish setting a DAC curve record point. 1 is shown in the
Record menu as shown in Fig. 7-20.

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Fig. 7-20 Build DAC Record Point

4)

Repeat steps 2)~3) to continuously increase DAC curve record points to meet the
requirement. In the process, if any wrong record point is selected, tap DeletePt, rotate
the knob to select the point to be deleted and press Enter key to delete a record point, as
shown in Fig. [Link] ClearCur to delete the whole DAC curve.

Fig. 7-21 Deleting Record Point

5)

Set up evaluation reference lines. The user can choose whether to add reference lines
depending on the testing technique. The CurveNum menu is for setting the number of

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reference lines, with 6 curves at maximum for setup, as shown in Fig. 7-22.

Fig. 7-22 Evaluation Reference Line Setting

6)

Curve repair: This step is to correct the reference lines set up by the user.

7)

After finishing step 1) -6), press F4 (Finish) to exit the wizard, and the screen will display
the curve just made.

Note: the user may choose to display or delete DAC curve by selecting Meas->Basic
->DAC.

7.4

AutoCalibration

Autocalibration is for calibrating material velocity and probe zero, the user can separately select
material velocity calibration or probe zero calibration, or both at the same time. Here we use the
angle probe (frequency 2.5MHz, angle 68.2) as an example to introduce how to use
AutoCalibration.
Operation:
1)

Select Wizard->AutoCalibration to enter the AutoCalibration interface as shown in Fig.

7-23.

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Fig. 7-23 AutoCalibration Interface

2)

Adjust ChannelSel menu to select the probe connected ultrasonic channel. Set the
sound path of Ref 1 and Ref 2 of calibrated block and adjust Option to Vel & Zero. Press
Next after finishing setting.
Note: The user can select velocity or zero in Option to calibrate either parameter.

3)

Set up each parameter of the system according to the connected probe, as shown in Fig.
7-24.

Fig. 7-24 Ultrasound Parameter Setting

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4)

Place the probe on the calibrated test block as shown in Fig. 7-25 and get the echo of
Ref1 as shown in Fig. 7-26. Adjust aStart and aWidth to bring the gate hitch the echo,
move the probe back and forth to get the highest echo of the reference point and then
press Record menu to finish recording Ref1.

Fig. 7-25 Calibrate Test Block

Fig. 7-26 Ref 1 Record

5)

Move the probe to get the echo of Ref2 as shown in Fig. 7-27. Refer to the operation in
step 4) to get the highest echo of Ref2 and press Record key to finish recording Ref2.

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Fig. 7-27 Ref2 Record

6)

If the user wants to have calibrate other channel, press Next to enter calibration of
another ultrasonic channel. The operation step is totally the same. Otherwise, press
Finish to finish the AutoCalibration.

7.5

Angle Calibration

Angle Calibration is for measuring the angle of angle probe. Here we use an angle probe
(frequency 2.5MHz, angle 68.2) as an example to introduce how to use Angle Calibration method.
Operation:
1) Select Wizard->AngleCalib to enter the AngleCalibration interface as shown in Fig. 7-28.
Adjust the ultrasonic channel in ChannelSel of this interface, and adjust ReflDep and
ReflApet to set the position and size of the defect of the reference test block.

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Fig. 7-28 AngleCalibration Interface

2) Setting up each parameter of the system according to connected probe as shown in Fig.
7-29.

Press Next after finishing setup.

Fig. 7-29 Ultrasonic Parameter Setting

3) Place the probe on the test block as shown in Fig. 7-30. If the AutoCalibration wizard is
not done, tap1/2 menu and set MtType and Mtvel according to the probe and the test
block in use. Otherwise, adjust aStart and aWidth to bring the echo go through the center
of the gate. Set Calibration menu to On and move the probe back and forth till the

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position of red X onscreen does not update. At this time the angle information of the probe
is shown at the upper right corner of the screen as shown in Fig 7-31.
Note: The red X on the echo means the highest echo position of the echo.

Fig. 7-30 Calibrated Test Block

Fig. 7-31 AngleCalibration

4) If the calibrated result is good, press OK to finish Angle Calibration. Otherwise, press
Reset to repeat step 3) to have calibration till the result is good.

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Chapter 8
Management Operation
This chapter introduces the operation and technique for storage, encoder, probe, wedge and work
piece management in the management menu.

8.1 Storage Management

The screen layout of storage management is shown in Fig. 8-1. For function description, see Table
8-1.

5
6

Fig. 8-1 Storage Management

Table 8-1 Storage Interface Function Description
No.

Function Description

1st level submenu

2nd level submenu

Storage path instruction

Return to the upper level folder

Storage File Name

Storage File Remarks

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No.

Function Description

7
8.1.1

Storage File Preview

Storage Path Setting

Before file storage, please set up the storage path. There are two kinds of storage paths: system
internal storage path and external USB storage path. The folder name of system internal storage
path is Store, and the external USB disk storage path is USB storage root directory.
Operation:
In the Storage management surface, rotate the knob to highlight the storage path. Press Enter key
to enter the storage path, then press main menu Storage to exit storage management interface.
The setting of storage path is completed.
Note: If a new folder is created in the storage path, select New Folder, enter the folder name in
the information bar on the right of the screen, and then press Enter key. Rotate the knob,
highlight Back to Previous, press Enter key to return to the previous directory.
8.1.2

Setting Storage File Type

In storage management interface, select FileType submenu, rotate the knob to select to save the
file in Record, Image or Parameter type.
Record files are the full record file of the phased-array advanced scan, UT scan or TOFD scan, the
record file format of the phased array advanced scan is *.prec, and the record file format of UT
scan or TOFD scan is *.trec.
8.1.3

File Storage

In storage management interface, use the knob and Enter key to select the target folder, then
press Save onscreen and the virtual keyboard pops up on the screen. Meanwhile there will be a
file name on the upper right bar. The default file name is Time & Date, whose file type could be
set in the submenu FileType.
After entering the file name, the user could tap the touch screen to switch to the file remarks bar
and continue entering the remarks.
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After all information is entered, press Enter key and the file storage is complete. To quit the
storage Press A1 key, you can quickly enter the storage interface. Press A2 key, you can save
screenshots to the user setup file path.
8.1.4

Create New Folder

In the storage management interface, the user can create a new folder under the storage directory.
Press New Folder to bring up the new directory dialog box, and then enter the new folder name
and press Enter key or Ok on the virtual keyboard to finish creating the new folder.
8.1.5

Select File

In storage interface, rotate the knob to highlight the selected file or folder, then press Enter key.
There will be a symbol appearing in the front box of the selected file or folder, which means the
selection is done. To cancel the selection, rotate the knob to highlight the selected file or folder.
The Select key will change to NonSel. Press Enter to cancel the selection.
Note:Rotate the knob to highlight the Return to Previous icon, press the onscreen Select key,
you can select all the files and folders on the entire screen.
8.1.6

Edit the Storage Files

Editing the storage files include copying, moving, deleting or renaming the files or folders.
a)

Copy and move

The copy function can copy the selected files or folders to another directory. The moving function
can move the selected files or folders to another directory.
Operation:
1) Follow the steps 8.1.5 to copy or move the selected files or folders.
2) Press Copy or Move key in the Edit menu, another storage path operation menu will appear
on the right side of screen. Set up the storage path following 8.1.1 to set up the storage
location of the copied or moved files or folders.

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b) Delete file
File deletion can remove the selected files or folders. The deleted files or folders can not be
restored. Follow step 8.1.5 to select the files or folders to be deleted, select Delete in the Edit
menu, and the selected files or folders will be deleted forever.
8.1.7

Recall Data File

Select the files following step 8.1.5, press Enter or tap Open menu o recall the files.
a)

Recall image file

Image files (with suffix .bmp) will be displayed in full screen after file recall. If there are more than
one image files in the current file directory, press Enter to switch to a different storage image file,
and press Cancel key to exit the recall interface.
The recalled full screen image is defaulted in the file path on the top of the screen. Press View to
hide or display the file path.
b)

Recall parameter file

After recalling the parameter file (suffix ". pdat " or ". tdat"), the system will reset the parameters
according to the parameter file.
c)

Recall record file

After recalling the record file (suffix ".prec" or .trec), the user can enter the recall interface of
record files to operate the record files.

8.2 Encoder Management

Encoder management is for naming, calibrating and deleting the encoder connected with the
system, the screen interface is shown in Fig 8-2.

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Fig. 8-2 Encoder Management Interface

8.2.1

Add Encoder

For the encoder connected with the system for the first time, users shall create the encoder name,
so that the system may identify the encoder info such as precision.
To add an encoder, users may follow the system wizard.
Operation:
1) Tap Add menu in Encoder interface to pop up the new encoder calibration distance window
as shown in Fig. 8-3. The user can enter distance to be calibrated ( the default is 300mm) and
use the ruler to mark start point and end point of the calibration distance on the smooth surface.
After the calibration distance is confirmed, press Ok to enter the next step.

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Fig. 8-3 Input Calibration Distance

2) The screen display is as shown in Fig. 8-4. Place the encoder at the start position of calibration
according to the wizard and press Step 1 to move the encoder to the end position of the
calibration, and stabilize the encoder, the screen is as shown in Fig 8-5, and then press Step 2
to enter the next step.

Fig. 8-4 New Wizard 1

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Fig. 8-5 Encoder Movement Distance

3) The screen is shown as Fig. 8-6, move the encoder backward to the start of calibration. If
Move Distances equals to the calibration distance entered in the Step 1) or in the admitted
allowance range (like Fig.8-7), tap OK to enter the next step. Otherwise, the user can use
Initialize to reposition the encoder at the end of calibration and move it to the start of
calibration again.

Fig. 8-6 New Wizard 2

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Fig. 8-7 Confirm the Encoder Movement Distance

4) The Screen prompts window for inputting encoder name as shown in Fig. 8-8, The user can
input a user-defined encoder name and press OK key in the virtual keyboard to complete
inputting the encoder name.

Fig. 8-8 Input Encoder Name

5) Adding encoder is completed as shown in Fig. 8-9. The properties of the added encoder are
shown in the right side of the screen including precision (mm) of the encoder, calibration

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distance and calibration count.

Fig. 8-9 Complete Adding Encoder

8.2.2

Rename Encoder

Users may select an encoder on the touch screen and select Rename key to pop out the virtual
keyboard. Input the new encoder name. The system default encoder name cannot be changed.
8.2.3

Delete Encoder

Users may select an encoder on the touch screen and select Delete key to delete the selected
encoder model. The system default encoder name cannot be deleted.
8.2.4

Calibrate Encoder

Encoder calibration is precise calibration for the existing encoder model. Users may follow the
system wizard for encoder calibration. Select an encoder for calibration on the touch screen and
select Calibrate key to calibrate the selected encoder according to the screen prompts.
The operation of calibrating an encoder is the same as adding an encoder. Refer to 8.2.1 for the
operation. .
8.2.5

Test Encoder

To perform precision test for the current encoder.

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8.3 Probe Management

Fig. 8-10 Probe Management

Users may manage probe parameters through probe management. Users may also create probe
info, edit or delete probe parameters.
With the import/ export function, the external probe parameter files generated by the software of
the host PC can be imported in the system, or the probe parameter files can be exported from the
system.
Note: When editing new probe parameter, press View key may change to a new line in info
column, press Enter to exit the edit operation.

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8.4 Wedge Management

Fig. 8-11 Wedge Management

Users may manage wedge parameters for the available wedges via wedge management. Users
may also create wedge info, edit or delete wedge parameters.
With the import/ export function, the external wedge parameter files generated by the software of
the host PC can be imported in the system and the wedge parameter files can be exported from
the system.
Note: When editing new wedge parameter, press View key may change to a new line in info
column, press Enter to exit the edit operation.

8.5 Workpiece Management

The workpiece management screen is as shown in Fig. 8-12. Users may create a new work piece
or edit the created work piece. The user-defined work piece can be recalled in Scan Wizard.

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Fig. 8-12 Workpiece Management

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Chapter 9
System Setup and Accessories
9.1 System Setup
9.1.1 Screen Brightness
a)

Select Setup-> System->Brightness to set up the screen brightness.

b)

Screen brightness setup menu is for setting the system screen brightness. Level 1 to
10. 1 is the lowest brightness, and 10 is the highest brightness.

c)

Lower screen brightness can ensure a long life of the display screen, and make the
system work longer when the system is charged with the battery. When the system is
in bright environment, brighter screen can improve the visual effect of the screen.

9.1.2 Touch Screen Calibration

a)

Select Setup-> System->ScreenCal to activate touch screen calibration function.

b)

After the touch screen calibration function is activated, please calibrate the touch
screen according to the screen prompt.

9.1.3 Software Update

The system update is for updating the system ultrasound software.
Note:
1. The system will restart automatically after the update is finished. All the unsaved
system setting parameters will lose, please save setting parameters before software
update.
2. During the update, interruption of power supply is forbidden. It is suggested to power
the system with the adapter in system update.
The operation steps for system software update are as follow:
1)

Copy the system update package to the root directory of the USB storage.

2)

Connect the USB storage to the system USB port after turning on.

3)

Select Setup->System->SW Update, and the system prompts whether to update.

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Select Yes, and the system will finish the update automatically. Select No will exit
the update program.
4)

No manual intervention is needed during the process, and the system will restart
automatically.

9.1.4 Display Devices

a) Select Setup-> System->Display Devices to activate this function.
b) The user connect the external display device through the VGA video output port. If the
system does not have video output, the user can setup the VGA port by Display Device,
see 11.8 Cannot Identify VGA Device for the specific operation.
9.1.5 Activate Battery
a) Select Setup->System->Activate Battery to activate this function. This function can not
activate battery which cannot be charged normally, see 11.4 Cannot charge the batteries
for the specific operation.
9.1.6 Activate System
This function is for activating system optional software.
Operation:
1)

Connect the USB storage to the system USB port and wait until USB is
connected pops up.

2)

Select Setup->System->Licensing, and the system prompts as shown in Fig.

9-1.

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Fig. 9-1 Licensing

3)

Select the software function to be activated.

4)

Tap Export activation file, and this file will be stored in the external USB storage,
the file name can be user defined.

5)

Send the exported file to the distributor.

6)

Store the activation file from the distributor to the root directory of the USB storage.

7)

Connect the USB storage with the USB port, until the system prompts, USB
storage is detected.

8)

Select Setup->System->Licensing, and select Import activation file.

9)

Select the activation file from the distributor in the prompt menu and tap Yes. If the
function is activated successfully, software function state will display in the State
and Actived Time.

9.1.7 Touch Screen Switch

TouchSW is for setting the touch screen operation On or Off. If Off is selected, the touch screen
operation is disabled, at the same time, the information bar at the top left corner of the screen will
display the disabled touch screen operation symbol as shown in Fig. 9-2.

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Fig. 9-2 Touch Screen Operation Disabled

9.1.8 Unit/Language Setting
Unit menu is for setting the unit used in system calculation. Language is for setting system
display language.
Operation:
Select Setup->Reference->Unit or Language to set the system displayed unit or language as
shown in Fig. 9-3.

Fig. 9-3 Unit/Language Setting

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9.1.9 Color Edit

It is for editing the color of system image and line.
Operation:
1)

Select Setup->Reference->Color Edit to activate this function, the screen is

shown in Fig. 9-4.

Fig.9-4 Color Edit

2)

Tap the item to modify color, select a suitable color, and then tap Ok to make the
setting take effect.

9.1.10 User-defined Key Setting

A1, the user-defined key, can be set up as Auto Gain or Storage Management function. The gain
value of Auto Gain is set up by the user.

9.1.11 Date and Time Setting

It is for setting system display date and time.
Select Setup->Information->Date or Time to set up the date and time as shown in Fig. 9-5.
Tip: Continuously press F7 or F8 key corresponding to Date or Time to switch the activation
between the Year/Month/Day and the Hour/Minute. After activating one item, turn the knob to
adjust the value. After finishing adjustment press Enter to finish setup.

9-5

Fig. 9-5 Date and Time Setting

9.1.12 Network
It is for setting the system network port. Select Setup->Info->Network to activate this function, the
screen is shown as Fig. 9-6, and the description of each part is shown in Table 9-1. After the
setting is finished, Tap Ok to make the setting take effect.

Fig. 9-6 Network Setup

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Table 9-1 Network Setup Description

Name
Wireless Network

Function Description
Turn on/ off wireless network.
Set up the network card used by the system. The system default is to use
Inter(R) 82567V-3 Gigabit Network Connection-P.

Network adapters
When the system is connected to other network card, such as a wireless
network card, name of the network card in use can be selected here.
Use static IP

Select if the IP address used by the system is static or dynamic.

IP Address

Set up the IP address for the system.

Subnet mask

Set up the subnet mask for the system.

Default gateway

Set up the default gateway for the system.

9.2

Phased Array Probes

9.2.1 Introduction to Phased Array Probes

The typical appearance of phased array probes is as shown in Fig. 9-7. See the functional
description in Table 9-2.

3
4

Fig. 9-7 Phased Array Probe

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Table 9-2 Components of Phased Array Probe

No.

Function Description

Probe head

Probe connecting cable

Probe fixing screw hole

1st probe element mark

9.2.2 Installation of Phased Array Probe

See Fig. 9-8 for the connection status between the phased array probe and the system, and Table
9-3 for functional description of each part.

Fig. 9-8 Connection of Phased Array Probe

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Table 9-3 Connection of Phased Array Probe

No.

Function Description

Locking mechanism

Matching box of phased array probe

Push the locking mechanism in Fig. 9-8 to right, connect the phased array probe to the system
properly, and then push the locking mechanism to left, so that the phased array probe can be
locked firmly on the system.
Note: When connecting the phased array probe to the system, make sure that the phased
array probe is locked securely on the main unit before pushing the locking mechanism to left to fix
the probe. Otherwise, the phased array probe plug or the system phased array probe connector
might be damaged.

9.3 Wedges for Phased Array Probes

9.3.1 Introduction to Wedges
Wedges are used with phased array probes, so as to achieve functions such as probe protection,
beam delay or beam conversion.
See Fig. 9-9 for wedge types.

Fig. 9-9 Wedges for Phased Array Probes

Table 9-4 Introduction to Phased Array Probe Wedges
No.

Function Description

0-degree wedge

Angle wedge

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9.3.2 Wedge Installation

a)

Installation of the 0-degree wedge:

1)

Couple the wedge and the probe with couplant.

2)

Use the hexagonal screwdriver and the screw configured with the system to fix the
probe and the wedge firmly.

b)

Installation of the angle wedge:

1)

Make sure the installation direction of the probe and the wedge is correct. As
indicated by mark 1 in Fig. 9-10, ensure the mark face the bottom of the wedge. The
wrong installation may lead to inability to acquire proper ultrasound images.

2)

Couple the wedge and the probe with couplant.

3)

Use the hexagonal screwdriver and the screw configured with the system to fix the
probe and the wedge firmly.

Fig. 9-10 Installation of probe wedge

9.4 Battery
9.4.1 Battery Installation and Removal
The system can be connected with up to two smart lithium batteries, supporting hot swap and
removal.
When removing the batteries, use a slotted screwdriver to unscrew the locking screw (turn it
counter-clockwise) on the battery compartment cover, as pointed by arrow 2 in Fig. 9-11. Pull the
battery compartment cover out, and open it to show the batteries, as shown in Fig. 9-12.

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Fig. 9-11 Battery Removal

See Table 9-5 for the function of each part in Fig. 9-11.
Table 9-5 Battery Fixing Parts
No.

Description

Function Description

Battery Compartment Cover

Battery compartment

Locking Screw for Battery

For locking the battery compartment

Compartment Cover

cover

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Fig. 9-12 Battery Compartment

9.4.2 Using the Battery
The system can use one or two lithium batteries for power supply, which is distinguished
separately by Battery A and Battery B. When the batteries are connected to the system, the upper
left corner of the screen displays the current status of the batteries.
Note 1: When battery power is very low, to avoid battery over-discharge, the system will be
turned off automatically.
Note 2: When the battery is connected with the system, even if the system is powered off,
there is also current consumption. It is suggested to take out the batteries when the
system is not in use and is not recharged.
Note 3: See 9.4.4 for Battery Maintenance and Safety.
9.4.3 Charging the Battery
Charging the battery should be in a dry and ventilated place under normal temperature.
Operation:
1

Connect the adapter to the power supply. Now the adapter indicator (referred as
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indicator below) will be green, which means the system is working normally.
2

Install the batteries in the system properly. Insert the adapter plug into the DC power
socket on the system. The battery charging indicators at the lower right corner of the
system indicate the current charging state. Two indicators show separately the
charging states of Battery A and Battery B (red for charging, and green for fully
charged).

Note: Battery recharge can be done either when the system is powered on or off. If the
system is powered on, the recharge time might be longer.
9.4.4 Battery Maintenance and Safety
a) The capacity and service life of the rechargeable battery depend on whether the battery is used
properly. Please recharge the battery with the configured adapter. On how to recharge the
battery, see 9.4.3 Charging the Battery.
In the following case, the battery shall be recharged:

b)

1)

Before using the battery for the first time.

2)

If the battery is stored for or over 3 months.

3)

After battery power consumption.

Cautions on using the battery:

1)

When charging the battery through the adapter, use stable and reliable mains power
supply (AC 100V~240V, 50Hz/60Hz).

2)

The system battery can only be recharged with the configured adapter and the method
specified in this Operation Manual.

3)

Please recharge the system battery in a cool and ventilated room, otherwise the battery
charging effect might be affected.

4)

If the system is not in use for a long time, the battery should be recharged and
discharged at least once every three months.

5)

During storage or transportation, the battery should maintain about half of its capacity.

6)

When system battery comes to the end of its service life, in order to avoid environmental
pollution, do not discard, break or crush the battery at will. Please dispose of it properly
according to applicable laws and regulations or national standards.
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7)

It is prohibited to throw the battery into fire, so as to avoid explosion or producing toxic
chemicals.

8)

Do not charge the battery near fire source or in extremely hot environment.

9)

It is prohibited to make electric conductor contact battery pole plate, so as to avoid short
circuit.

10) Keep the battery from moisture and never throw it into water.
11) Do not store the battery in the temperature higher than 60 or lower than -20.
12) Do not use the battery if it has peculiar smelling, heat, distortion, changed color or any
other abnormity.

9.5 Adapter
The adapter may supply power for the system or recharge the system configured batteries.
Note:
a)

Do not use the adapter on a plug-loosen socket. Be noted that the total load of adapter
plugging into the socket shall not exceed the rated load.

b)

Do not open the adapter when the adapter makes abnormal sound, or the indicator is
under abnormal state. Contact the distributor in time.

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Chapter 10
Operator Training and System Maintenance
10.1

Operator Training

To ensure a safe and proper operation, the operator shall receive appropriate training on
ultrasound testing, especially training on phased-array ultrasound testing, and read this Operation
Manual before operating this system. The lack of relevant knowledge on ultrasound testing may
lead to unpredictable wrong testing results. Therefore, to acquire information on ultrasonic testing
training and qualification, please contact relevant NDT societies, organizations or SIUI.

10.2

System Maintenance

Please use the factory configured accessories and options, such as probe cable and
communication cable. Incompatible cables may result in system internal circuit failure or external
connector damage. DO NOT drop any liquid into the system.
The system housing, glass panel and other parts may be cleaned with a piece of cloth soaked with
a little water or neutral household cleanser.
Note: DO NOT use any solvent to clean the system. The plastic parts may be damaged or
become fragile if cleaned with solvent.

10.3

Service

The system adopts the latest technologies and is made of high quality components. The process
inspection, the in-process testing and the quality management system are all certified by ISO9001,
ensuring that the system performance is optimized.
In case any failure is found in the system, please shut off the system and take out the battery.
Contact SIUI service representative whenever it is necessary to repair or re-calibrate the system.
The contact information is listed in the Preface of the Operation Manual. The warranty does not
cover any unauthorized repair or disassembly.
Under the following situations, the safe operation of the system is not ensured:
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a)

The system is obviously damaged (with abnormal display or internal noise).

b)

The system is stored in adverse environment for a long time (eg. abnormal

temperature or high humidity, or erosive condition).

c)

Severe fall-down or pressure during transportation. Before transportation, the

system shall be packed to meet the requirements of shockproof, waterproof and

humidity-proof.

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Chapter 11
Common Failures and Troubleshooting
11.1

Cannot Power on the System

a) If the power supply is from the battery, press Power and the system has no response:
1) Replace with a fully charged battery if the capacity is low.
2) Remove all the batteries from the system, and wait for about 5 seconds before
installing the batteries again in the system. Try to turn on the system.
3) Remove all the batteries from the system, and try to use the adapter for power supply.
b) If the power supply is from the adapter, press Power and the system has no response:
1) Check if the system is installed with batteries. If yes, remove all the batteries, and use
the adapter for power supply separately. Try to turn on the system.
2) Check if the adapter plug is connected to the system, or comes loose.
3) Check if the adapter indicator shows the system works properly.
4) Disconnect the adapter from the main unit. Wait for about 5 seconds for reconnecting
the adapter to the system. Try to turn on the system.
5) If the battery is not used on the system, try to use the system with a fully charged
battery and turn on the system.
c) The system can be turned on, but cannot enter the application properly.
Turn off the system, and disconnect all the peripherals connected to the system, including
USB device, crawler, alarm out interface device and network cable. Try to turn on the
system.
d) If the failure still exists after trying the solution above, please contact the distributor or
SIUI.

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11.2
a)

Cannot Power off the System

If normal shutdown cannot power off the system, long press Power for about 10 seconds
to force the system off, or unplug the adapter and/ or remove the batteries to cut off
power supply. Reboot the system to see whether it is in normal operation. If not, try to
contact the distributor or SIUI for service as soon as possible.

11.3

Cannot Recognize the USB Disk

a)

Unplug and then plug in the USB disk.

b)

Unplug the USB, restart the system and plug in the USB disk again.

c)

Try to use another USB disk.

11.4

Cannot Charge the Batteries

a) Check if the adapter AC power input plug is connected properly or comes loose.
b) Check if the adapter indicates normal operation. If the adapter works normally, and the
indicator is green.
c) If there is no voltage in the battery output end, which means the battery is in protect state.
It is needed to activate the battery so that the system can charge the battery.
Steps for activating the battery is shown below.
1)

Use the adapter to charge the system.

2)

Put the battery is to activate in the battery compartment B and turn on the system.

3)

In the Setup->System menu, tap Activate Battery button to turn it on as pointed by 1 in

Fig. 11-1 At this time, the battery B charging indicator is red and flashing. The battery B
is activating icon is pointed by 2 in the upper-right corner of the screen, which indicates
that the battery B activation is on. The battery activation takes about one hour, during this
time, the user can turn off the system to save energy.

11-2

Fig. 11-1 Activating Battery

4)

After about one hour, turn on the system (if the system is off in step 3), and wait about five
minutes. If the battery is activated successfully, then the battery B indicator will turn from
red flashing to red, at the same time, the battery B is charging normally icon is shown in
the upper-right corner of the screen, which indicates the battery B charging operation is
finished and normal charging is on. If the battery B charging indicator and the battery B
charging icon are the same as step 3), which mean the battery B is in activation.
Note: If the battery activation takes too much time, which may damage the battery
and the activation will fail.

5)

11.5

If you need to activate other batteries, please repeat step 1) to 4).

Cannot Identify the Phased Array Probe Automatically

a) Check if the phased array probe is manufactured by SIUI. The system can only
automatically identify the phased array probe made by SIUI.
b) Check if the phased array probe is connected to the system properly. See section 9.2

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Phased Array Probes for the connecting method between the phased array probe and the
system.

11.6

No Image in Phased Array Mode

a) Check if the system correctly identifies the phased array probe model. Correctly
identified probe model will be shown in the information bar at the top of the screen.
b) Check if the connected phased array probe matches the current scan mode. Select
Setup->System->Default, and the system will set the default parameter according to
the connected probe.
c) Press Calc key to recalculate the parameters.
d) Restart the system.

11.7

Attentions for Phased Array Scan Setup

Usually select LWave as the waveform for linear scan.

Select the waveform for sector scan subject to the probe and the wedge in use. If no
wedge is used, select LWave. If a wedge is used, and the wedge angle exceeds the
first critical angle, select TWave, otherwise select LWave.

If the wedge with an angle bigger than the first critical angle is configured, the start
angle and the end angle for sector scan shall fall in the range specified by the wedge.

Wedge parameter of the phased array probe are described based on common steel
work pieces. If other materials are tested, the types listed may not apply.

11.8

Cannot Identify VGA Device

When the system is connected to an external display device via VGA port, and no video is
shown on the external display, try to fix the issue by following the instruction below.
a)

Check if the external display device works normally. The user may verify if this display
device works normally via other video output device.

b)

Check if the connection between the external display video cable and the VGA port is
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reliable.
c)

If the external device still cannot be identified, manually set up the system for identifying
the external display device
1)

Correctly connect the external display device with the VGA port.

2)

Select Setup-> System->Display Devices, and the screen will pop out a screen as
shown in Fig. 11-2.

Fig.11-2 VGA Setting Window

3)

Set the Operation Mode to Twin (as shown in 1 of Fig.11-3) and wait until the
window displays 2 Secondary Device (as shown in 2 of Fig. 11-3).

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Fig.11-3 Dual Display Device Setting

4)

Tap OK in the prompt window as shown in Fig. 11-4. At the same time, the external
display device outputs the video normally.

Fig. 11-4 Confirm the Dual Display Device

5)

At this time, the external display device should output the video normally. If the
external display device cannot output the video, please contact the distributor.

11.9

How to Use System Recovery USB disk

If restarting the system normally or restoring the system settings cannot solve problems like the
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system stays in a boot screen for a long time, blue screen or the system accidentally infected by
virus, the user can use the system recovery USB disk to recover the system.

Warning!
a)

After using the system recovery USB disk, all setting of the system will lose. The user
should be cautious to use this function. However, files saved by the user in the system
will be maintained.

b)

During recovery process, the system should not be powered down. When having system
recovery, use the adapter to power the system.

Operation:
1)

In the power off state, connect the system recovery USB disk to the system USB port.

2)

After powering on, the machine will automatically recover the system. Do not unplug the
system recovery USB disk during this process, otherwise it may result in the
system not be powered on permanently.

3)

After finishing system recovery, the screen display is shown as Fig. 11-5, please unplug
the system recovery USB disk and power off the system by press Power key.

Fig. 11-5 System Recovery Selection

4)

Press Power again to boot up the system. The system enters the normal operation mode
after self-test.

5)

The system recovery is finished.

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Appendix A
System Technical Specifications
General Technical Specifications
Display Screen

8.4 TFT LCD, 800600 pixels

Dimension (WxHxD)

310mm220mm150mm

Weight

6kg (with 2 batteries)

Operation Method

Keys, knobs, the touch screen

Language

English/ Chinese

Unit

mm/ inch

Battery Type

Smart Lithium Battery

Battery Capacity

7.8Ah each

Battery Voltage

11.1V

Battery Quantity

2 pcs

Battery Operation Time

4 hours

Adapter Input

AC 100V~240V, 50Hz/60Hz

Adapter Output

DC 15V

Adapter Power

150W

System Power

70VA

Data Storage

2GB Internal Memory

Input/Output
USB Connector

2 pcs

Ethernet Connector

1 pc

Video Out

VGA port

Encoder Connector

1 pc

Alarm Connector

1 pc

WIFI

1 pc
A-1

Environment Conditions
Operation Temperature

0~40

Storage Temperature

-20~60

IP Rating

IP22

System
Imaging Mode

Conventional UT

Phased Array

No. of Channel

16/32

Probe connector

LEMO 00

Tyco

No.

4 pcs

1 pc

64/128

Negative spike

Bi-polar square

of

probe

connector
Max. supporting
elements
Pulser
Pulser type

Negative square
PRF

100Hz~2000Hz

100Hz~8000Hz

Pulse voltage

50V~500V, min. step 1V

2V~110V, min. step 2V

Pulse energy

4 levels

Pulse width

10ns~600ns

2~10MHz

Damping

4 levels

Pulser delay

0s~20s, resolution 2ns

Pulser focusing

Single point focusing

Gain

0~110dB, step: 0.5/2/6/12

0~80dB, step: 0.5/2/6/12

Bandwidth

0.5MHz~20MHz

0.5MHz~15MHz

A/D sampling

200MHz

50MHz

Rectification

Positive, Negative, Full, RF

Full

Receiver delay

0s~20s, resolution 2ns

Receiver

200MHz hardware real-time dynamic focusing,

Receiver

rate

focusing

max. range 1008 foci per scan line

Filter

16 levels available

Auto-adjusted subject to transmit pulse width

Reject

0%~80%

A-2

Scan
Scan type

A/TOFD

A/S/L/C/D

Imaging wizard

Available

Available

Trigger mode

Time base / Encoder

Time base / Encoder

Scan length

Max. 2m

Max. 5m

scan line

Max. 128 lines

-89~+89

Range

0mm~15000mm

0 mm~1000mm

Material velocity

500 m/s~15000 m/s

500 m/s~15000 m/s

Display Delay

0 mm~10000 mm

0mm~1000mm

Probe delay

0s~19.99 s

Velocity, probe delay, angle

Velocity, delay, sensitivity, TCG

Peak/ Flank/ J Flank

Peak/ Flank/ J Flank

Dual gates: to measure echo

Gate: to measure echo amplitude, sound path,

amplitude, sound path,

horizontal distance, vertical distance.

horizontal distance, vertical

Dual

distance, distance between

horizontal

gates.

between cursors.

number
Scan angle
range
Calibration

Auto calibration
Gate
Test point
selection

Measurement

Gate Start

Full range

Gate Width

Full range

Gate Height

10~90%

Measurement
Curve function

DAC

A-scan echo freeze, auto

calibration, angle
Auxiliary
measurement, parameter
function
output, AWS D1.1/D1.5, USB
storage
A-3

measurement
and

cursors:

vertical

to

positions,

measure
distance

Alarm signal

Sound alarm

Display measure

8 positions user-definable

Sound alarm

value
Testing Index
65dB (2.5Z20N Probe)

0.5%

Vertical linearity

3%

Attenuator

12dB1dB

Dynamic range

36dB

Far field

26dB

Flaw detection
sensitivity
allowance
Time base
linearity

precision

definition
Equivalent input

8010-9 V/ Hz

noise

A-4