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Allegro MX v7.1.2 User Guide
Allegro MX v7.1.2
User Guide

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Contents
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Contents
Chapter 1: Getting Started 1
Equipment List 1
Preparing the Allegro MX for Use 2
Install the Battery Pack 2
Set Display Properties for a Monochrome Display 4
Set Regional Settings, Time Zone, and Date/Time 4
Transfer Utility Files to PCS 6
Overview of the Allegro MX Hardware 6
Connector Panel 7
Chainer/Stick Adapter Switch 8
Overview of AI Allegro MX Software 8
Navigating an Allegro 9
Touchscreen Display 9
Realign the Touchscreen Display 10
Keypad and Shortcut Keys 10
Function Keys 11
Allegro MX Icons and Soft Keys 12
Connecting to an RFID Pen 13
Al Allegro MX Documentation 14
Contacting Technical Services 14
Chapter 2: Digital Voltmeter (AiDvm) 16
Safety Precautions 17
Connect Test Leads to the Allegro MX 17
Measure Voltage and Current 19
Set Test Function, Voltage Range, and Sample Rate 19
Set DVM Options 19
Configure the On/Off Tab 19
Configure the GPS Tab 20
Configure the Amps Mode Tab 20
Configure the Data Logger Tab 21
View the DVM Graph 22
View the Data Logger 23
Chapter 3: Close Interval Survey (CeCi) 25
Connect Test Leads and Data Canes to Allegro MX 25
Test Leads Connection 26
Data Cane Connections 26

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Flagged Surveys Using Both Data Canes 26
Flagged Surveys Using One Data Cane 27
Fixed Increment Surveys 28
Set CeCi Options 28
Configure the Misc Tab 29
Configure the File Tab 29
Configure the Gps Tab 29
Configure the Colors Tab 30
Configure the Graph Tab 30
Perform a Survey in CeCi 31
Set CeCi Survey Properties 31
Configure the Survey Tab 32
Configure the Type Tab 33
Configure the Modes Tab 33
Set Flagged Mode Properties 33
Set Fixed Increment Mode Properties 34
Configure the On/Off Tab 34
Configure the GPS Tab 35
Record Inspection Readings 36
Add Remarks 36
Add a Remark Directly in the Remarks Field 36
Select from a Standardized List of Remarks 36
Add Test Point Information 36
Save the Survey File 37
View Survey Records 37
Show Bearing to Site 38
Export a Survey File 39
Transfer a Survey File to PCS 39
Chapter 4: DC Voltage Gradient (DCVG) 41
Connect Data Canes to Allegro MX 42
Set DCVG Options 42
Configure the Misc Tab 42
Configure the File Tab 43
Configure the Gps Tab 43
Configure the Colors Tab 43
Perform a Survey in DCVG 44
Set DCVG Survey Properties 44
Configure the Survey Tab 45
Configure the Modes Tab 45
Set Flagged Mode Properties 46
Set Fixed Increment Mode Properties 46
Configure the On/Off Tab 46

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Configure the DCVG Tab 47
Configure the Gps Tab 48
Record Inspection Readings 48
Add Remarks 48
Add a Remark Directly in the Remarks Field 49
Select from a Standardized List of Remarks 49
Add Indication Information 49
Add Test Point Information 50
Save the Survey File 50
View Survey Records 50
Show Bearing to Site 51
Export a Survey File 52
Chapter 5: Periodic Survey 53
Connect Test Leads to Allegro MX 54
Send Periodic Surveys to the Allegro MX 54
Open and Configure a Survey File 54
Set Periodic Survey Options 55
Configure the On/Off Tab 55
Configure the GPS Tab 56
Configure the RFID Tab 57
Configure the Fonts Tab 57
Configure the Misc Tab 57
Set Additional GPS Properties 58
Manage Sites 58
Rearrange the Sites 58
Add a New Site 59
Delete a Site 59
Assign an RFID Tag to a Site 60
Perform a Periodic Survey 60
Review a Survey Record 61
Locate a Specific Survey Record 62
Take Readings for a Specific Record 64
Select a Value for Field with a Multi-Select Picklist 65
Record Inspection Readings 66
Record Timed Readings 66
Save the Survey File 68
Send Periodic Surveys to Your Computer 68
Transfer a Periodic Survey to PCS 68
Transfer a PS Survey File to PCS Version 1 or Newer 69
Transfer a PS Survey File to PCS 7 69
Copy a PS Survey to a Computer 69

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Appendix A: Interrupted On/Off Settings 71
Types of Interruption Cycles 71
Suggested On/Off Settings 71
Chapter A: Key Redirect 74
Appendix B: Utility Software 76
GPS Status 76
GPS Pod Setup 79
Using the AMXU Pod Setup 80
Using the GPS Pod Setup Application 81
GPS Config Ublox 82
Appendix B: Keyboard Shortcuts 83

1
Allegro MX v7.1.2 User Guide 1
Chapter 1: Getting Started
This guide explains how to set up and use American Innovations software installed on the Allegro
MX. This chapter includes the following topics:
lEquipment List
lPreparing the Allegro MX for Use on page 2
lOverview of the Allegro MX Hardware on page 6
lOverview of AI Allegro MX Software on page 8
lNavigating an Allegro on page 9
lConnecting to an RFID Pen on page 13
lAl Allegro MX Documentation on page 14
lContacting Technical Services on page 14
Equipment List
Your Allegro MX ships with the following items:
lRechargeable battery pack
lAC wall charger
lUSB cable
l Mini stylus and pen-style stylus
lHand strap and shoulder strap
lScreen protector
lAI Allegro CDwith copies of AI software, user guide, release notes, and upgrade procedures
lMicrosoft Getting Started CD with Windows Mobile Device Center and ActiveSync
lJuniper Systems CD with owner's manual and quick start guide
Several optional add-ons are available for purchase. For a complete list of add-ons and accessories,
contact AI Sales at 1-800-229-3404.

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Preparing the Allegro MX for Use
When you first receive the Allegro MX from AI, perform the following tasks to prepare the device
for service:
lInstall the Battery Pack
lSet Display Properties for a Monochrome Display on page 4
lSet Regional Settings, Time Zone, and Date/Time on page 4
lTransfer Utility Files to PCS on page 6
Install the Battery Pack
Complete the following steps to install and charge the battery pack. Charge the battery pack for at
least six hours.
1. Push the sliding latches up on the sides of the Allegro to open the battery compartment door.
Figure 1-1. Slide Latches
2. Place the battery pack in the battery compartment with the small arrow pointing to the right.
Push the battery pack down and then slide it to the right to secure it in place.

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Figure 1-2. Install Battery Pack
3. Push the battery door closed until slide latches click into place. If slide latches are not securely
in place, the unit is no longer water tight.
4. Plug the battery charger into a wall outlet, then the Allegro. The Power window automatically
displays after applying power.
Connect Battery Charger
5. Complete the following settings in the Settings / Power window:
a. Select Enter percentage and capacity.
b. Set Charge Percentage to 10%.
c. Set Battery Capacity to 4000.

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Figure 1-3. Power
Set Display Properties for a Monochrome Display
If the Allegro includes a monochrome display, complete the following steps to set display
properties:
1. Tap Start > Settings > Today icon to display the Today Settings window.
Figure 1-1. Today
2. In the Appearance tab, select High Contrast in Select a theme for your device. Tap OK and then
the Close icon (X) to return to the Today screen.
Set Regional Settings, Time Zone, and Date/Time
Regional settings specify the style that date/time, numbers, and currency are displayed. After
selecting a display style, set up the Allegro with your preferred time zone, date, and time.