Sonotec SONAPHONE BS30 User manual

Operating Manual
BS30
Broadband parabolic sensor for the SONAPHONE handheld unit
Translation of the German Original
Revision: 2.1 | 2023-04-27

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Content
1Introduction .......................................................................................................................3
1.1 Notes on this documentation.........................................................................................3
1.2 Representations in this documentation........................................................................3
1.3 Identification of warning instructions ...........................................................................4
2Safety instructions............................................................................................................5
2.1 Introduction......................................................................................................................5
2.2 Basic hazards...................................................................................................................5
2.3 Personnel and qualifications ..........................................................................................6
2.4 Safety-conscious working practices ............................................................................6
2.5 Use of the product ..........................................................................................................7
2.6 Modifications and alterations.........................................................................................8
3Description of the sensor..................................................................................................9
3.1 Intended use ....................................................................................................................9
3.2 Prohibited use..................................................................................................................9
3.3 Working principle...........................................................................................................10
3.4 Sensor construction......................................................................................................10
3.5 Sensor identification ..................................................................................................... 12
4Operation of the sensor ..................................................................................................13
4.1 Mounting and removing the parabolic reflector ........................................................13
4.2 Connecting the sensor ................................................................................................. 15
4.3 Operation via sensor buttons....................................................................................... 16
4.4 Using the target laser and red/green dot sight ......................................................... 17
5Cleaning and maintenance ............................................................................................. 19
5.1 Cleaning.......................................................................................................................... 19
5.2 Maintenance ..................................................................................................................20
6Technical data ................................................................................................................. 21
7Disposal .......................................................................................................................... 23
8Warranty ......................................................................................................................... 24
9Manufacturer information...............................................................................................25

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1Introduction
This section is intended to explain function, structure and representations of this
documentation to simplify handling of this documentation.
1.1 Notes on this documentation
Purpose
This documentation constitutes an integral part of the product and contains important
advice on safe operation as well as all information on intended and efficient use. Thus, any
person using the product must have read and understood this documentation.
Accessibility
The staff working with this product must have constant access to this documentation to
prevent handling errors and guarantee trouble-free operation.
Up-to-dateness
Every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this documentation
is complete and correct at the time of release. This documentation describes all units and
functions known at the current point of time.
1.2 Representations in this documentation
Illustrations
Illustrations used in this documentation do not always contain all details or special cases.
They only represent the relevant information.
Tips
Tips are marked as follows:
Tips describe specific information or particular features that might not be evident, even
for experienced users. The neglect of a tip poses no direct safety risk. However, it can
lead to workflow disruptions.
General icons
The following general icons are used for visual emphasis:
Icon Function

Indicates a link to external content.

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1.3 Identification of warning instructions
Classes of danger, signal words and colors
This documentation contains warnings regarding hazards of different classifications. These
classes are characterized by signal words and colors. They include the following:
WARNING
Warns of possible immediate danger, which, if ignored, may lead to lasting damage to
health and/or property – including financial losses due to operational impairment.
CAUTION
Warns of dangers, which, if ignored, may lead to injury or damage to property – including
damage to property due to operational interruptions.
ATTENTION
Warns of dangers, which, if ignored, may lead to damage to property – including damage
to property due to operational interruptions.

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2Safety instructions
This section contains safety information relating to the protection of persons as well as safe
and fault-free operation. All user groups of the product must be aware of and follow these
safety provisions.
2.1 Introduction
Reliable and safe operation of the product depends on the careful handling and execution of
operational and setting tasks.
Ignoring these safety instructions and warning information may lead to serious injury with
lasting health consequences for personnel as well as damage or destruction of product
components.
During handling of the product, please observe all safety instructions and warning
information in all parts of this user documentation as well as the related codes of practice.
Ensure that all those working with the product are also aware of these instructions.
Generally applicable safety regulations (such as accident prevention and environmental
protection regulations, etc.) must also be observed.
2.2 Basic hazards
Definition
Basic hazards are residual risks that remain even with safety-conscious intended use.
State of the art
The product meets the current state of the art and applicable safety rules. All components
of the product are tested thoroughly before they leave the factory and are delivered in a
condition for safe operation.
WARNING
Danger of injury!
Improper use of the product may lead to injuries.
• Do not open the product.
• Protect the product against extreme heat (excessive sunlight, immediate vicinity of
open fire or heating devices) during operation and storage.
• Avoid strong impacts that could damage the device and/or its components.

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2.3 Personnel and qualifications
Basic requirements
The product must only be used by operators that have completely read and understood the
safety instructions and all documents of the user documentation.
Personnel undergoing training or instructions or persons taking part in general vocational
training programs may only operate the device under the continuous supervision of
operating or technical personnel.
Responsibility of the operating company
Regarding the personnel authorized and/or trained by the operating company, the operating
company carries the following responsibilities:
• The necessary training and instruction of personnel must be guaranteed.
• All personnel's competences and responsibilities must be clearly stated and
documented.
• All user information on the product (operating manual, user documentation etc.) must
be kept in the immediate vicinity of the product and must be accessible at all times.
2.4 Safety-conscious working practices
Accident prevention and environmental protection
In addition to the instructions in this operating manual, please mind the generally applicable
legal and other regulations on accident prevention and environmental protection.
This may include, for example:
• Handling of hazardous materials
• Wearing the required and mandatory personal protective clothing and safety
equipment
• Observing of and complying with all national and regional industrial safety regulations
• Observing of and complying with all internal working, operating and safety regulations

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2.5 Use of the product
Measures for personal safety
Improper use of the product may lead to injuries of operating personnel.
• During detection of ultrasonic signals on electrical equipment, make sure to keep the
mandatory safety distance from detected electrical defects.
• Always make sure that both hands are free for self-protection, if necessary.
• Always make sure to keep your hands, the product and/or connected equipment within
your field of vision.
• Use the torchlight functionality (LED light) of the product and/or additional lighting to
illuminate test sites with poor visibility.
• Always use the product without distraction. Do not read messages on the display
and/or operate the product while walking.
Measures for protection of the product and/or equipment
Improper use of the product may lead to product damage. Damaged components may affect
or distort the measurement result quality.
• During use, charging and storage, protect the device against extreme, unusual heat
(excessive sunlight, storage in heated cars or immediate vicinity of open fire or heating
devices). It is critical to stay within the temperature ranges given in the technical
specification.
• Do not use the product and its accessories if they display functional errors and/or
visible damage.
• Only connect the product to approved equipment received from SONOTEC GmbH or
its sales partners.
• The product adheres to the protection class given in the technical specification and is
not protected against water. Do not submerge the product in liquids. Protect the
product against moisture penetration.
• Handle the product with care and protect it against major shocks. Use the carrying
case to transport and store the product.
• When using the product, always make sure that cables cannot get stuck and/or caught
in moving parts.
• Do not use the product within strong electromagnetic fields.

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2.6 Modifications and alterations
No modifications on the product and/or accessories
The product and/or its accessories must not be opened or disassembled. The product does
not contain any components to be cleaned, maintained or repaired by operators.
Unauthorized modifications of the product and/or its accessories are prohibited and lead to
exclusion of liability by the manufacturer for resulting damage and consequences.
Spare parts and accessories
Spare parts and accessories must comply with the technical requirements specified by
SONOTEC GmbH and its suppliers. Whenever original parts are used, compliance is given.

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3Description of the sensor
This section describes use, function, structure and accessories of the sensor.
3.1 Intended use
The Broadband parabolic sensor BS30 is used for precise detection of air-borne sound in
the ultrasonic range over distances up to 35 m. Used in connection with the SONAPHONE
digital ultrasonic testing device, the sensor has been designed for the following test tasks:
• Detection of leaks in compressed air, gas and vacuum systems
• Detection of electrical partial discharge and insulation damage
• Tightness testing of windows, doors, cabins, vehicles or containers (in combination
with the SONAPHONE T ultrasonic transmitter).
The sensor's function keys may be used for starting and stopping measurement value
recordings and to switch on the integrated target laser.
The integrated class 2 target laser and a red/green dot sight support locating test sites.
3.2 Prohibited use
Any use not approved by SONOTEC GmbH is prohibited and may lead to injury or damage to
property.
SONOTEC GmbH accepts no liability for damage caused by prohibited use of the product.
Prohibited are in particular:
• Use of equipment and/or accessories with visible damage
• Use in wet rooms
• Use in potentially explosive environments
• Use in environmental conditions that do not adhere to the stipulated requirements
• Unauthorized modifications of the equipment, the software and/or accessories
• Use of unauthorized spare parts and/or unauthorized accessories

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3.3 Working principle
The particular design of the sensor ensures high directivity. The acoustic horn on the
ultrasonic microphone features a small opening angle which enhances sensitivity. This
means the sensor is perfectly suited for detecting sound sources in large distances.
Background noise of other ultrasound sources within the room can easily be distinguished
from the sound source to be detected.
Ultrasonic waves moving in direction of the sensor will be bundled on the parabolic reflector
and reflected in the direction of the ultrasonic microphone.
The sensor's ultrasonic microphone converts sound pressure fluctuations in the air to an
electrical signal over a wide frequency range. This electrical signal is amplified and
digitalized within the sensor. Further data processing and output takes place in the testing
device.
The target laser or the red/green dot sight help with precisely locating damaged areas. If the
sensor points towards the damaged area during the search, the precise location may be
detected by means of acoustic signals, by pivoting the sensor and searching for a local
maximum sound level. The position of the damaged area will thus be marked by either the
target laser or the red/green dot sight.
3.4 Sensor construction
Operating elements
Figure 1: Operating elements of the BS30
No. Description/function
1 Starts/stops a measurement value recording.
2 Switches on the target laser (keep the button pressed)
3 Status LED
• Constantly lit: sensor is activated
• Flashing: sensor is in boot mode
Boot mode is required for sensor firmware updates.
(see Updating sensor firmware with the SONAPHONE Hardware Manager app)

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Sensor elements
Figure 2: Sensor elements of the BS30
No. Description/function
1 Parabolic reflector with mirror carriage and locking screw
2 Red/green dot sight with optionally either green or red dot and five brightness levels
3 Ultrasonic microphone with acoustic horn
4 Target laser (laser class 2)

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Connections
Figure 3: Connections of the BS30
No. Description/function
1 USB port
• Type: Micro-USB socket, type B
• for service purposes only
2 Sensor cable socket
• Type: LEMO 0B (4-pin)
• with marked plug-in position
3.5 Sensor identification
Identification plate
Figure 4: Identification plate with its components
No. Identification
1 Manufacturer’s address
2 Sensor ID
3 Serial number
4 CE marking
5 Disposal symbol (see "7 Disposal", page 23)
Laser class identification

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4Operation of the sensor
This section contains descriptions and instructions for operating the sensor and using it in
combination with the SONAPHONE handheld unit.
WARNING
Risk of injury to eyes by target laser!
The target laser (laser class 2) can cause serious eye damage.
• Never look into the laser beam.
• Never direct the laser at other people or vehicles.
• Keep in mind that in the event of ongoing exposure, even reflected laser light might
cause eye injuries.
4.1 Mounting and removing the parabolic reflector
CAUTION
Risk of cutting by damaged parabolic reflector!
Breaking of the parabolic reflector may result in sharp edges. This can cause cutting
injuries.
• Always mount or remove the parabolic reflector carefully on/from the sensor.
• Handle the sensor with mounted parabolic reflector with care.
Mounting
1. Hold the sensor with one hand and with the other hand, hold the parabolic reflector at
the mirror carriage so that the parabolic reflector is pointing in the sensor's testing
direction.
2. Guide the mirror carriage into the insertion position from above.

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3. Tighten the control wheel to fix the parabolic reflector in its position.
Removal
1. Hold the sensor handle with one hand, and with the other hand, loosen the mirror
carriage's locking screw.
2. Carefully pull the mirror carriage from the insertion position.

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4.2 Connecting the sensor
ATTENTION
Risk of damage to sensor and/or sensor cable!
When connecting the sensor, always mind the red markings on the sockets of the sensor
and the SONAPHONE handheld unit as well as the sensor cable.
1. Connect the sensor to the SONAPHONE handheld unit via the sensor cable.
The SONAPHONE handheld unit provides power to the sensor.
As soon as the status LED of the sensor is constantly lit, the sensor is ready for use.
During measurements, the measurement data will be transferred automatically from the
sensor to the SONAPHONE handheld unit.

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4.3 Operation via sensor buttons
Measurements may be controlled either via the touch screen of the SONAPHONE handheld
unit or the sensor buttons. The sensor buttons provide the following functions:
• Starting or stopping the measurement value recording
• Switching on the target laser (keep the button pressed)

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4.4 Using the target laser and red/green dot sight
Description
Target laser and red/green dot sight are two separate options for precisely locating
damaged areas. Among others, the choice of option depends on the system's dimensions,
the distance from the damaged area, the lighting conditions and personal preferences.
During use, please pay attention to the stated technical data as well as the
manufacturer's documentation on the red/green dot sight.
Using the target laser
1. Keep the sensor button pressed to switch on the target laser if:
• there is no risk to blind or impede other persons with the laser beam and
• the dot of the target laser is easily visible for location in the test area.
Using the red/green dot sight
Use the red/green dot sight for locating a damaged area if:
• there is a risk to blind or impede other persons with the laser beam,
• the dot of the target laser is not visible for locating the damaged area or
• the distance to the damaged area is too far for using a laser beam.
When using the red/green dot sight, always mind the manufacturer's operating manual.

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Switching on
1. Remove the protective caps from the red/green dot sight.
2. Use the brightness control to set the requested color (red or green) and the dot
intensity.
After use
1. Switch off the red/green dot sight by turning the brightness control to the R or G
position.
2. Put on the protective caps to protect the lenses.
Calibration
At the time of delivery, red/green dot sight and the dot have been calibrated. For
recalibration of the red/green dot sight or the position of the dot, please refer to the
manufacturer's operating manual.

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5Cleaning and maintenance
5.1 Cleaning
Guidelines
Do not open the product! The product contains no parts to be cleaned by the operator.
ATTENTION
Risk of damage of the ultrasonic microphone!
The ultrasonic microphone may be damaged during sensor cleaning.
• Do not let detergent enter the ultrasonic microphone.
• Avoid mechanical stress on the ultrasonic microphone.
Suitable cleaning products
Only clean the product on the outside with soft, lint-free cloth.
ATTENTION
Check the compatibility of used cleaning agents!
The compatibility of all cleaning agents with used materials and colors must be confirmed
and approved by SONOTEC GmbH or the respective supplier.
Unsuitable cleaning agents
Do not clean the product with:
• scratchy, aggressive, solvent-containing or benzine-containing cleaning agents,
• pressured air, high-pressure cleaner or other kinds of cleaning machine.
After cleaning
After cleaning the device, make sure that:
• cables, connectors and fittings are free of cleaning agents and
• cables, wires, connectors and electrical components are dry.

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5.2 Maintenance
Guidelines
Do not open the device! The device contains no parts to be maintained or repaired by the
operator.
Replacing the red/green dot sight's battery
For replacing the battery, please refer to the manufacturer's operating manual.