Olympus OmniScan MX2 User manual

DMTA-20015-01EN [U8778402] — Rev. J
January 2014
OmniScan MX and MX2
User’s Manual
This instruction manual contains essential information on how to use this Olympus product safely and effectively.
Before using this product, thoroughly review this instruction manual. Use the product as instructed.
Keep this instruction manual in a safe, accessible location.

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Table of Contents
List of Abbreviations ....................................................................................... xi
Labels and Symbols ........................................................................................... 1
Important Information — Please Read Before Use ..................................... 7
Intended Use .......................................................................................................................... 7
Instruction Manual ................................................................................................................ 7
Instrument Compatibility ..................................................................................................... 8
Repair and Modification ....................................................................................................... 8
Safety Symbols ....................................................................................................................... 9
Safety Signal Words ............................................................................................................... 9
Note Signal Words ............................................................................................................... 10
Safety ..................................................................................................................................... 10
Warnings ............................................................................................................................... 11
Battery Precautions .............................................................................................................. 12
Equipment Disposal ............................................................................................................ 13
CE (European Community) ............................................................................................... 13
WEEE Directive .................................................................................................................... 13
China RoHS .......................................................................................................................... 14
EMC Directive Compliance ................................................................................................ 14
FCC (USA) Compliance ...................................................................................................... 14
ICES-001 (Canada) Compliance ........................................................................................ 15
Warranty Information ......................................................................................................... 15
Technical Support ................................................................................................................ 16
OmniScan MX2 ............................................................................. 17
Introduction ...................................................................................................... 19

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1. Overview of the Equipment ..................................................................... 21
1.1 Front Panel of the OmniScan MX2 ......................................................................... 21
1.1.1 Display Touch Screen .................................................................................... 22
1.1.2 Main Control Area ......................................................................................... 22
1.1.3 Power Key ....................................................................................................... 23
1.1.4 Increment Keys ............................................................................................... 23
1.1.5 Help Key .......................................................................................................... 24
1.1.6 Indicator Lights .............................................................................................. 24
1.1.6.1 Power Indicator Light ......................................................................... 24
1.1.6.2 Acquisition Indicator Light ................................................................ 25
1.1.6.3 Alarm Indicator Lights ....................................................................... 25
1.2 Right Side Panel ........................................................................................................ 26
1.3 Left Side Panel ........................................................................................................... 27
1.4 Top Panel .................................................................................................................... 28
1.5 Rear Panel ................................................................................................................... 29
2. Basic Operation .......................................................................................... 31
2.1 Turning On and Off the OmniScan MX2 ............................................................... 31
2.2 Sleep Mode ................................................................................................................. 33
2.3 Automatic Start-Up Mode ....................................................................................... 33
2.4 Power Supply Management .................................................................................... 34
2.4.1 DC Power Adaptor ........................................................................................ 34
2.4.2 Lithium-Ion Batteries ..................................................................................... 35
2.4.3 Battery Status Indicators ............................................................................... 36
2.4.4 Battery Removal and Installation ................................................................. 38
2.4.5 Battery Charging ............................................................................................ 38
2.4.6 Maximizing the Performance of Lithium-Ion Batteries ............................ 39
2.4.7 Used Battery Disposal ................................................................................... 40
2.4.8 Warnings on Battery Use ............................................................................... 41
2.5 Peripheral Connection .............................................................................................. 41
2.6 OmniScan MX2 Software Installation .................................................................... 45
3. Maintenance ................................................................................................ 47
3.1 Preventative Maintenance ....................................................................................... 47
3.2 Instrument Cleaning ................................................................................................. 47
3.2.1 Casing and Acquisition Module Cleaning ................................................. 47
3.2.2 Screen and Screen Protector Cleaning ........................................................ 49
3.3 Replacing the Touch-Screen Protector ................................................................... 50
4. Troubleshooting ......................................................................................... 51
4.1 Start-Up Problems ..................................................................................................... 51

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4.2 Message ...................................................................................................................... 51
4.3 Battery Charging Problems ..................................................................................... 52
4.4 Battery Life Problems ............................................................................................... 52
5. Specifications .............................................................................................. 55
6. Connector References ................................................................................ 61
6.1 Serial Connector ........................................................................................................ 62
6.2 Scanner Interface Connector ................................................................................... 63
6.3 Scanner Interface Adaptor ....................................................................................... 66
6.4 Alarm and I/O Connector ........................................................................................ 68
OmniScan MX ............................................................................... 71
Introduction ...................................................................................................... 73
OmniScan MX Features ...................................................................................................... 73
7. Overview of the Equipment ..................................................................... 75
7.1 Front Panel of the OmniScan MX ........................................................................... 75
7.1.1 Main Control Area ......................................................................................... 76
7.1.2 Function Keys ................................................................................................. 77
7.1.3 Power Key ....................................................................................................... 78
7.1.4 Up and Down Keys ....................................................................................... 79
7.1.5 Menu Key ........................................................................................................ 79
7.1.6 Submenu Keys ................................................................................................ 79
7.1.7 Help Key .......................................................................................................... 79
7.1.8 Parameter Keys ............................................................................................... 80
7.1.9 Indicator Lights .............................................................................................. 80
7.1.9.1 Keypad Indicator Light ...................................................................... 80
7.1.9.2 Power Indicator Light ......................................................................... 80
7.1.9.3 Acquisition Indicator Light ................................................................ 81
7.1.9.4 Alarm Indicator Lights ....................................................................... 82
7.2 Right Side Panel ........................................................................................................ 82
7.3 Left Side Panel ........................................................................................................... 84
7.4 Top Panel .................................................................................................................... 85
7.5 Rear Panel .................................................................................................................. 85
8. Basic Operation .......................................................................................... 87
8.1 Turning On and Off the OmniScan MX ................................................................. 87
8.2 Power Supply Management .................................................................................... 88

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8.2.1 DC Power Adaptor ........................................................................................ 88
8.2.2 Lithium-Ion Batteries ..................................................................................... 89
8.2.3 Battery Status Indicators ............................................................................... 90
8.2.4 Battery Removal and Installation ................................................................. 91
8.2.5 Battery Charging ............................................................................................ 92
8.2.6 Maximizing the Performance of Lithium-Ion Batteries ............................ 93
8.2.7 Used Battery Disposal ................................................................................... 94
8.2.8 Warnings on Battery Use ............................................................................... 94
8.3 Peripheral Connection .............................................................................................. 95
8.4 OmniScan Software Installation ............................................................................. 98
9. Maintenance .............................................................................................. 101
9.1 Preventative Maintenance ..................................................................................... 101
9.2 Instrument Cleaning ............................................................................................... 101
9.2.1 Casing and Acquisition Module Cleaning ............................................... 101
9.2.2 LCD Screen Protector Cleaning ................................................................. 102
10. Troubleshooting ....................................................................................... 103
10.1 Start-Up Problems ................................................................................................... 103
10.2 Messages ................................................................................................................... 103
10.3 Battery Charging Problems ................................................................................... 104
10.4 Battery Life Problems ............................................................................................. 104
10.5 Memory Card Problems ......................................................................................... 105
10.6 Headphone or Speaker Problems ......................................................................... 106
10.6.1 Internal Speaker ............................................................................................ 106
10.6.2 Headphones or External Speakers ............................................................. 106
10.7 Video Input Problems ............................................................................................ 106
10.8 Video Output Problems ......................................................................................... 107
10.9 Networking Problems ............................................................................................ 107
10.10 USB Peripheral Problems ....................................................................................... 107
10.11 Boot Problems .......................................................................................................... 108
10.11.1 A-Scan Display ............................................................................................. 108
10.11.2 OmniScan MX Start-Up ............................................................................... 109
11. Specifications ............................................................................................ 111
12. Connector References .............................................................................. 115
12.1 Serial Connector ...................................................................................................... 116
12.2 Scanner Interface Connector .................................................................................. 117
12.3 Alarm and I/O Connector ...................................................................................... 120

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Appendix A: Compatibility Tables ............................................................. 123
Appendix B: Acquisition Module Description and Replacement
Procedures ................................................................................................. 127
B.1 General Specifications ............................................................................................ 127
B.2 Connectors ............................................................................................................... 130
B.3 Replacement Procedure ......................................................................................... 131
B.4 Fan Filter Cleaning Procedure .............................................................................. 132
Appendix C: OMNI-M-PA32128 Module Specifications ....................... 135
C.1 Acoustic Specifications ........................................................................................... 136
C.2 Acquisition Specifications ..................................................................................... 137
C.3 Data Specifications .................................................................................................. 137
Appendix D: OMNI-M-UT-2C, OMNI-M-UT-4C, and
OMNI-M-UT-8C Module Specifications ............................................. 139
D.1 Acoustic Specifications ........................................................................................... 140
D.2 Acquisition Specifications ..................................................................................... 141
D.3 Data Specifications .................................................................................................. 141
Appendix E: OMNI-M-PA1616M and OMNI-M-PA1664M Module
Specifications ............................................................................................ 143
E.1 Acoustic Specifications ........................................................................................... 144
E.2 Acquisition Specifications ..................................................................................... 145
E.3 Data Specifications .................................................................................................. 146
Appendix F: OMNI-M-PA1616 Module Specifications .......................... 147
F.1 Acoustic Specifications ........................................................................................... 148
F.2 Acquisition Specifications ..................................................................................... 149
F.3 Data Specifications .................................................................................................. 150
Appendix G: OMNI-M-PA16128 Module Specifications ....................... 151
G.1 Acoustic Specifications ........................................................................................... 152
G.2 Acquisition Specifications ..................................................................................... 153
G.3 Data Specifications .................................................................................................. 153
Appendix H: OMNI-M-PA16128PR Module Specifications ................. 155
H.1 Acoustic Specifications ........................................................................................... 156
H.2 Acquisition Specifications ..................................................................................... 157
H.3 Data Specifications .................................................................................................. 158

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Appendix I: OMNI-M-PA32128PR Module Specifications ................... 159
I.1 Acoustic Specifications ........................................................................................... 160
I.2 Acquisition Specifications ...................................................................................... 161
I.3 Data Specifications .................................................................................................. 161
Appendix J: OMNI-M-PA3232 Module Specifications .......................... 163
J.1 Acoustic Specifications ........................................................................................... 164
J.2 Acquisition Specifications ...................................................................................... 165
J.3 Data Specifications .................................................................................................. 165
Appendix K: OMNI-M-PA1664 Module Specifications ......................... 167
K.1 Acoustic Specifications ........................................................................................... 168
K.2 Acquisition Specifications ...................................................................................... 169
K.3 Data Specifications .................................................................................................. 170
Appendix L: OMNI-M-ECT4 Module Specifications ............................. 171
L.1 ECT Acquisition Module Description .................................................................. 171
L.2 ECT Acquisition Module Receptacles .................................................................. 171
L.3 Probe Connectors .................................................................................................... 172
L.4 4CH Connector References .................................................................................... 173
L.5 ECT Acquisition Module Specifications .............................................................. 174
L.5.1 General Specifications ................................................................................. 175
L.5.2 Generator and Receiver ............................................................................... 175
L.5.3 Data ................................................................................................................ 176
Appendix M: OMNI-M-ECA4-32 Module Specifications ..................... 177
M.1 ECA Acquisition Module Description ................................................................. 177
M.2 ECA Acquisition Module Receptacles ................................................................. 178
M.3 Probe Connectors .................................................................................................... 179
M.4 4CH Connector References .................................................................................... 181
M.5 ECA Acquisition Module Specifications ............................................................. 182
M.5.1 General Specifications ................................................................................. 182
M.5.2 Generator and Receiver ............................................................................... 183
M.5.3 Data ................................................................................................................ 184
Appendix N: OMNI-M2-PA1664/16128/32128/32128PR Module
Specifications ............................................................................................ 185
N.1 Acoustic Specifications ........................................................................................... 188
N.2 Acquisition Specifications ...................................................................................... 190
N.3 Data Specifications .................................................................................................. 191

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Appendix O: OMNI-M2-UT-2C Module Specifications ........................ 193
O.1 Acoustic Specifications ........................................................................................... 195
O.2 Acquisition Specifications ..................................................................................... 196
O.3 Data Specifications .................................................................................................. 196
List of Figures ................................................................................................. 199
List of Tables ................................................................................................... 201
Index ................................................................................................................. 205

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List of Abbreviations
DC direct current
ECA Eddy current array
ECT Eddy current testing
EFUP environment-friendly use period
FS full speed
HS high speed
IATA International Air Transport Association
ICAO International Civil Aviation Organization
IMO International Maritime Organization
NDT nondestructive testing
PA phased array
RH relative humidity
SDHC Secure Digital High Capacity
TFT thin film transistor
USDOT US Department of Transportation
UT ultrasonic testing
WEEE waste electrical and electronic equipment

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Labels and Symbols
Safety-related labels and symbols are attached to the instrument at the locations
shown in Figure i-1 on page 1, Figure i-2 on page 2, and Figure i-3 on page 2. If any or
all of the labels or symbols are missing or illegible, please contact Olympus.
Figure i-1 The OmniScan MX2
Location of rating label
(see Table 1 on page 3)
Membrane
vent label
Identification
label

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Figure i-2 The OmniScan MX
Figure i-3 Module identification label
Location of rating label
(see Table 1 on page 3)
Module
identification
label

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Table 1 OmniScan MX2 and the OmniScan MX rating labels
OmniScan MX2
rating labela:
OmniScan MX
rating label:
Contains:
The C-Tick label indicates that the product complies with the
applicable standard, and establishes a traceable link between
the equipment and the manufacturer, importer, or agent
responsible for compliance, and for placing it on the
Australian market.
The WEEE symbol indicates that the product must not be
disposed of as unsorted municipal waste, but should be
collected separately.
The CE marking is a declaration that this product conforms to
all the applicable directives of the European Community. See
the Declaration of Conformity for details (contact your local
Olympus representative for more information).

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The China RoHS mark indicates the product’s Environment-
Friendly Use Period (EFUP). The EFUP is defined as the
number of years for which listed controlled substances will
not leak or chemically deteriorate while in the product. The
EFUP for the OmniScan MX2 has been determined to be
15 years. Note: The Environment-Friendly Use Period (EFUP)
is not meant to be interpreted as the period assuring
functionality and product performance.
The direct current symbol.
The DC adaptor polarity symbol.
M/NThe model number (on the OmniScan MX rating plate label).
S/NThe serial number (on the OmniScan MX rating plate label).
CALIB. DATE Indicates the date on which the unit was calibrated.
CALIB. DUE Indicates the date on which the next calibration must be
performed.
PAR/BY The initials of the person who calibrated the instrument.
MANUFACTURING
DATE
(OmniScan MX2:
former label)
The manufacturing number is a nine (9) digit number in the
following format:
yyzzzzzmm
where:
yy Production year
zzzzz Unit number manufactured that month
mm Production month
For example, the 110003401 manufacturing number indicates
that the 34th unit (00034) was produced on January 2011.
Table 1 OmniScan MX2 and the OmniScan MX rating labels (continued)

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Mfg. Date
(OmniScan MX2:
new label)
The manufacturing date in the following format:
yyyy-mm-dd
where:
yyyy Production year
mm Production month
dd Production day
a. The OmniScan MX2 rating label may vary.
Table 2 Content of the OmniScan MX2 identification label
Identification
label:
Contains:
M/NModel number
S/NSerial number
Table 3 Content of a module identification label
Identification
labela:
a. Refer to Table 1 on page 3 for symbol signification and to Figure i-3 on page 2 for label
location.
Contains:
M/NModel number
MFG DATE Manufacturing date
S/NSerial number
Table 1 OmniScan MX2 and the OmniScan MX rating labels (continued)

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The membrane vent (see Figure i-4 on page 6) is used to counterbalance the internal
and external pressure, and to maintain the instrument’s watertight integrity. Do not
puncture the membrane vent. Puncturing of the membrane vent will result in the
instrument’s failure to comply with the IP rating.
Figure i-4 The OmniScan MX2 membrane vent
Membrane
vent label

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Important Information — Please Read Before Use
Intended Use
The OmniScan MX and OmniScan MX2 are designed to perform nondestructive
inspections on industrial and commercial materials.
Do not use the OmniScan MX and OmniScan MX2 for any purpose other than their
intended use. They must never be used to inspect or examine human or animal body
parts.
Instruction Manual
This instruction manual contains essential information on how to use these Olympus
products safely and effectively. Before using these products, thoroughly review this
instruction manual. Use the products as instructed.
Keep this instruction manual in a safe, accessible location.

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Some of the details of components illustrated in this manual may differ from the
components installed on your instrument. However, the operating principles remain
the same.
Instrument Compatibility
Refer to Appendix A on page 123 to confirm that the OmniScan MX or
OmniScan MX2 are compatible with the ancillary equipment being used.
Always use equipment and accessories that meet Olympus specifications. Using
incompatible equipment could cause malfunction and/or equipment damage, or
injury.
Repair and Modification
The OmniScan MX and OmniScan MX2 do not contain any user-serviceable parts.
Opening an instrument might void the warranty.
In order to prevent human injury and/or equipment damage, do not disassemble,
modify, or attempt to repair the instrument.