Eddyfi Technologies TSC U41 User manual

Getting Started with
TSC U41
Modernizing Subsea ACFM
User’s
Manual

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© Eddy NDT, Inc.
3425 Pierre-Ardouin Québec (QC)
G1P 0B3 CANADA
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Contents
General Precautions and Conventions
General Precautions vi
Safety Precautions vi
Conventions vii
Typographical vii
Marking and Symbols vii
Safety Indications in This Document viii
Acronyms viii
EMC Directive Compliance viii
FCC Compliance (USA) viii
ICES Compliance (Canada) viii
AS/NZS Compliance (Australia/New Zealand) ix
CE Compliance (EU) ix
Maritime Environment Compliance ix
Calibration and Warranty Seals ix
Limited Warranty x
Copyrights x
System Overview
Introducing the U41 System 2
What is in the Box 2
Optional Accessories 2
System Hardware Setup 3
Overview 3
Setup for Diver 4
Setup for ROV 5
Conguring the communications 8
Alternative LAN topologies 8
U41 subsea bottle network settings 9
Topside Unit network settings 10
Testing network settings 10
Operation with ROV 11
U41 subsea bottle to Topside Unit protocols 11
Topside Unit conguration 11
U41 subsea bottle conguration 12
The Subsea Bottle
Introduction to Subsea Bottle 16
Specications 17
General specications for Model D, DA and R 17
Connectors 18
Umbilical 18
Pinout 18

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Probes 19
Probe connection 19
Maintenance of the subsea bottle 19
Connectors 19
Instrument and Cables 19
The Topside Unit
Introduction to the topside unit 22
Safety Trip device 23
Extension cord 23
Specications 23
General specications 23
Environmental specications 23
Connectors 24
Umbilical 24
Maintenance of the topside unit 27
Cleaning instructions 27
Assist3 Software
Introduction to Assist3 software 29
Backstage 29
General 30
Job Details 30
Select Probe 32
File Transfer 33
Start/Resume 33
Documentation 34
Preferences 34
System 34
Frontstage 37
Layout 37
Pinning side and bottom tabs 38
Information bar and warnings 39
Home ribbon 40
Scanning ribbon 41
Conguring Markers 42
Origin Dialogue Box 43
Replay Ribbon 44
Size 45
Defect List Box 46
Adding a Region 47
Regions List Box 47
Creating an Automated Report 48
Layout ribbon 49

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Manipulating C-scan Appearance 52
Keyboard shortcut keys 52
Updating and upgrading the software 54
Method 54
Troubleshooting
Safety device trips 58
Figures
Figure 1-1 System hardware connections 3
Figure 1-2 Diver setup 4
Figure 1-3 ROV setup 5
Figure 1-4 ROV setup - power and communication taken from ROV 5
Figure 1-5 ROV Connections 6
Figure 1-6 LAN topologies 8
Figure 1-7 Software - Subsea bottle conguration 9
Figure 1-8 Software - Subsea bottle Ethernet conguration 9
Figure 1-9 Software - Subsea bottle IP mode conguration 9
Figure 1-10 Software - Topside unit conguration 10
Figure 1-11 Software - Topside unit conguration 10
Figure 1-12 Software - Topside IP mode conguration 10
Figure 1-13 Software - Test network settings 11
Figure 1-14 Operation with ROV - Topside conguration 11
Figure 1-15 Operation with ROV - Topside conguration 12
Figure 1-16 Operation with ROV - Topside conguration 12
Figure 1-17 Operation with ROV - Subsea bottle conguration 12
Figure 1-18 Operation with ROV - Subsea bottle conguration 13
Figure 1-19 Operation with ROV - Subsea bottle conguration 13
Figure 1-20 Operation with ROV - Subsea bottle conguration 14
Figure 1-21 Operation with ROV - Subsea bottle conguration 14
Figure 2-1 U41 bottle - side view 17
Figure 2-2 U41 bottle - top view 17
Figure 2-3 Umbilical connector 19
Figure 3-1 Topside unit 23
Figure 3-2 Topside unit - umbilical connector 25
Figure 3-3 Power in connector 26
Figure 3-4 Power out connector 26
Figure 3-5 Ethernet connector 27
Figure 4-1 Backstage view: General 31
Figure 4-2 Connect /disconnect 32
Figure 4-3 Select probe 33
Figure 4-4 View imported probes 33

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Figure 4-5 Backstage view: Documentation 35
Figure 4-6 Backstage view: Preferences/System 35
Figure 4-7 Company logo 36
Figure 4-8 Backstage view: Preferences/Display 37
Figure 4-9 Backstage view: Help 37
Figure 4-10 Frontstage layout 38
Figure 4-11 Frontstage screen 38
Figure 4-12 Pin tabs 39
Figure 4-13 Information bar and warnings 40
Figure 4-14 Home Ribbon 41
Figure 4-15 Coating thickness dialogue box 41
Figure 4-16 Scanning ribbon 42
Figure 4-17 Marker setup dialogue box 43
Figure 4-18 Origin dialogue box 44
Figure 4-19 Row Visibility Tab 44
Figure 4-20 Analysis ribbon 45
Figure 4-21 Replay Ribbon 45
Figure 4-22 Sizing 46
Figure 4-23 Defects list box 47
Figure 4-24 Adding a region 48
Figure 4-25 Regions list box 48
Figure 4-26 ACFM Page Report 49
Figure 4-27 Layout ribbon 50
Figure 4-28 Standard view 50
Figure 4-29 Layout 2 51
Figure 4-30 Layout 3 51
Figure 4-31 Layout 4 52
Figure 4-32 Layout 5 52
Figure 4-33 Keyboard Shortcuts 54
Figure 4-34 Launching the Setup wizard 55
Figure 4-35 Accepting the license agreement 55
Figure 4-36 Installing the software 55
Figure 4-37 Finishing the installation 56
Figure 4-38 Finish the installation 57

General Precautions
and Conventions

General Precautions and Conventions
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General Precautions
The following safety precautions are to be observed at all times when using U41®.
Make sure that you review them before turning on the system.
 Keep this document in a safe place for future reference.
 Carefully follow the installation and operation procedures detailed herein.
 Respect the safety warnings on the instrument and in this document.
 U41 should only be used by certied personnel.
 When transporting U41, it is your responsibility to make sure that you apply the safety
precautions dictated by the relevant local governing bodies.
 Always connect the power supply to a properly grounded receptacle, extension cord, or
power bar. Grounding a single conductor of a two-conductor outlet is not sucient
protection for U41.
 Only connect the system to a power source corresponding to the type indicated on the
rating plate.
 If you use the system in a manner that deviates from the one specied by Eddy, the
protection provided on the equipment may be rendered null and void.
 Do not use substitute parts or perform unauthorized modications to the system.
 Service instructions, when applicable, are intended for trained service personnel only.
 Always make sure that the system is unplugged from any power supply before servicing.
 To avoid a dangerous electric shock, do not perform any service on the system unless
trained to do so. If you encounter any problems or have questions regarding this system,
contact Eddy Tech-nologies or an authorized Eddy Technologies representative.
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Safety Precautions
Observe the following safety precautions scrupulously when using U41.
The safety of operators and divers was paramount in the design and implementation of the U41
system. Beyond the passive design features which provide industry standard levels of electrical
safety, additional AC and DC safety trip devices have been included to further protect operators
and divers from potential failures and damage to the electrical system.
The system should never be used if the devices are missing, have been disabled or repeatedly
trip.
These devices should be tested every time that the system is rst powered on.
Read section Safety Trip device for more information on the integrated safety device.

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Conventions
Typographical
The following typographical conventions are used throughout this document:
Italic
Used for le names and paths.
Bold
Used to indicate menu items, named user interfaces, and place emphasis on specic words or
phrases. Items in bold type are capitalized to reect the actual interface.
SMALL CAPITALS
Used to indicate instrument interface indications.
Marking and Symbols
The following symbols appear on the instrument and pertain to safety regulations that should
be carefully observed:
This label is used as a general warning sign. It indicates that you should refer to this
user’s guide to obtain the necessary information for proper protection of the
instrument and its users.
This label is used to indicate high voltage. It draws your attention to the presence
of hazardous voltages (within the product enclosure or accessible externally) that
may constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. Always refer to the user’s guide
to ensure proper protection and safety.
The RoHS compliance logo signies that this product complies with the Restriction
of Hazardous Substances directive 2002/95/EC. This directive restricts the use of
lead, mercury, cadmium, hexavalent chromium, polybrominated biphenyl, and
polybrominated diphenyl ether in certain classes of electrical and electronic units
as of July 1, 2006.
This label acts as a reminder that you should dispose of this system in accordance
with your local Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) regulations. This
system was manufactured to the high-quality standards of Eddy to ensure safe
and reliable operation when it is used as stated in this document. Due to its nature,
this instrument may contain small quantities of substances known to be hazardous
to the environment and to human health if released in the environment. As such,
systems falling under WEEE regulations should not be disposed of in the public waste
stream.

WARNING!
CAUTION
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Safety Indications in This Document
The safety indications in this document are intended to ensure your safety and the integrity of
the system.
Warning
The warning indication calls your attention to a procedure or a practice (or the
like) that, if performed incorrectly, can result in injury. Do not ignore warning
indications make sure that you understand the condition before proceeding.
Caution
The caution indication calls your attention to a procedure or practice (or the
like) that, if performed incorrectly, can result in material damage, loss of data,
or both. Do not ignore caution indications make sure that you understand the
condition before proceeding.
Important
Calls attention to important information in order to complete the tasks.
Note
Calls attention to an operating procedure, a practice, or the like that requires special attention.
Notes also indicate useful related information, but the parenthetical information is not
mandatory.
Acronyms
ACFM: Alternating current eld measurement
HAZ: Heat aected zone
UI: User interface
A/C: Anticlockwise/Clockwise
T: Transverse
Fe: Ferrous
EMC Directive Compliance
FCC Compliance (USA)
This equipment was tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the user’s guide, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference in which case you will be required to correct the interference at your own expense.
ICES Compliance (Canada)
This ISM device complies with Canadian ICES-001.
Cet appareil ISM est conforme à la norme NMB-001 du Canada.