TLV SonicMan SN1 User manual

072-65284M-02 (SonicMan SN1) 24 February 2005
Ultrasonic Leak Detector
SonicMan: SN1
Copyright © 2005 by TLV CO., LTD.
All rights reserved
ISO 9001/ ISO 14001
Manufacturer
Kakogawa, Japan
is approved by LRQA LTD. to ISO 9001/14001

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Ultrasonic Leak Detector SN1.
This product has been thoroughly inspected before being shipped from the factory.
When the product is delivered, before doing anything else, check the specifications
and external appearance to make sure nothing is out of the ordinary.
To ensure safe and correct use of this product, be sure to observe the safety
precautions listed in this manual as they relate to installation, operation, maintenance
and repair of the product.
Particularly, as this product employs a laser pointer, proper handling and attention
are required.
Furthermore, accepts no responsibility for any damage or accidents occurring
as a result of failure to observe these safety precautions.
Be sure to read these instruction manuals carefully before use and follow the
instructions to be sure of using the product properly. Additionally, as these manuals
are necessary not only for initial software setup but also for subsequent
troubleshooting, please keep them in a safe place for future reference.
This product has undergone strict quality management and product inspection before
being shipped from the factory. However, in the event of malfunction or defects,
please contact your local representative or the customer service
center.
accepts no responsibility for incorrect use of the product by the customer or
any third-party, malfunction occurring during use, other defects and any damaged
caused by this product, excluding cases in which it is under obligation to pay
reparations by law.
This instruction manual and product are subject to modifications without notice, for
the purpose of improvement.
Unauthorized reprinting or reproduction, in whole or in part, of this instruction manual
or this product’s hardware or software is strictly prohibited.

Contents
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Contents
1 SonicMan Standard Set...................................................................................................4
2 Observe These Precautions to Ensure Safety ..................................................................5
2.1 SonicMan: SN1 Precautions ............................................................................ 6
2.2 Battery Pack Precautions .................................................................................. 7
2.3 Charger Precautions .......................................................................................... 8
2.4 Earphones Precautions......................................................................................9
3 SonicMan’s Principle of Detection .................................................................................10
3.1 Leak locations generate a warning sound by their very nature .......................10
3.2 Detecting ultrasonic signals and converting them to audible sound................10
3.3 Automatic Calculation of Estimated Leakage Level ........................................10
4 SonicMan Components and Features ...........................................................................11
5 Procedure for Gas Leak Detection ..................................................................................12
5.1 Preparation for Gas Leak Detection ................................................................12
5.2 Using SonicMan, Searching for Leak Locations ............................................12
5.3 Recording the Detection Reading and Leak Location .....................................12
5.4 Reporting Data and Making a Maintenance Plan ............................................12
6 Battery Pack Instructions.................................................................................................13
6.1 Charging the Battery Pack ...............................................................................13
6.2 Inserting and Removing the Battery Pack .......................................................13
7 Operation .........................................................................................................................14
7.1 Turning the Power ON and OFF......................................................................14
7.2 Attaching the Earphones (In Quiet Areas) .......................................................14
7.3 How to Read the Screen..................................................................................14
7.4 Increasing and Decreasing the Sensitivity.......................................................15
7.5 Using the Automatic Sensitivity Adjustment .................................................... 15
7.6 Turning the Laser Pointer ON and OFF...........................................................15
8 Estimating Leak Level, Saving and Recalling Data.........................................................16
8.1 Hold the Inspection Data .................................................................................16
8.2 Calculate Leak Level........................................................................................16
8.3 Record Number Selection................................................................................17
8.4 Saving the Inspection Data in the Internal Memory.........................................17
8.5 Recalling Saved Data ......................................................................................18
8.6 Deleting Saved Data ........................................................................................ 18
9 Operation Flow Chart ......................................................................................................19
10 Optional Settings and Adjustments ...............................................................................20
10.1 Enter Settings Mode ........................................................................................20
10.2 Display Battery Strength ..................................................................................20
10.3 Turning ON and OFF the Backlight .................................................................20
10.4 Setting Leak Level Calculation ........................................................................ 20
10.5 Setting the Automatic Volume Control.............................................................20
10.6 Setting the Noise Limiter..................................................................................21
10.7 Adjusting the Noise Level ................................................................................21
10.8 Selecting Earphone Output Type.....................................................................21
10.9 Setting the Automatic Power OFF Time Delay................................................22
10.10 Adjusting the Earphone Output Volume ......................................................22
10.11 Adjusting the Display Contrast ....................................................................22
10.12 Unit Setting ..................................................................................................22
11 Using Accessories .........................................................................................................23
11.1 How to Use the Nozzle ....................................................................................23
11.2 How to Use the Holster ....................................................................................23
11.3 How to Use the Earphones..............................................................................24
12 Troubleshooting.............................................................................................................25
13 Specifications ................................................................................................................27
13.1 SonicMan (Model SN1)..................................................................................27
13.2 Charger (Model SO1-201) ...............................................................................27
14 Product Warranty...........................................................................................................28
14.1 Warranty Period ...............................................................................................28
14.2 Warranty Coverage..........................................................................................28
14.3 Concerning Calibration ....................................................................................28

1. SonicMan Standard Set
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1 SonicMan Standard Set
SonicMan : SN1
Nozzle
Holster
Ear
p
hones
Batter
y
Pack
Char
g
e
r
Power Cord
Stora
g
e Case
Instruction Manual

2. Observe These Precautions to Ensure Safety
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2 Observe These Precautions to Ensure Safety
• Read this “Observe These Precautions to Ensure Safety” section carefully before use and be
sure to follow the instructions.
• Installation, inspection, maintenance, repairs, disassembly, adjustment and valve opening/
closing should be carried out only by trained maintenance personnel.
• The precautions listed in this manual are designed to ensure safety and to prevent equipment
damage and personal injury. For situations that may occur as a result of erroneous handling,
three different types of cautionary items are used to indicate the degree of urgency and the
scale of potential damage and danger: DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION.
• The three types of cautionary items above are very important for safety: be sure to observe all
of them as they relate to installation, use, maintenance and repair. Furthermore, TLV accepts
no responsibility for any accidents or damage occurring as a result of failure to observe these
precautions.
Symbols
Indicates a DANGER, WARNING or CAUTION item.
Indicates an urgent situation which poses a threat of death or serious injury
Indicates that there is a potential threat of death or serious injury
Indicates that there is a possibility of injury or equipment / product damage
The meanings of the various categories of precautionary symbols are as follows:
PROHIBITED
This precautionary symbol
indicates an item or action
that must not be used or
performed
NO
MOISTURE
This precautionary symbol
indicates an item that must
not be allowed to become
wet
DISASSEMBLY
PROHIBITED
This precautionary symbol
indicates an item that must
not be disassembled
NO WET
HANDS
This precautionary symbol
indicates an action or item
that must not be performed
or touched with wet hands
MANDATORY
This precautionary symbol indicates an action or precaution that MUST be
performed or observed
WARNING
CAUTION
DANGER

2. Observe These Precautions to Ensure Safety
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2.1 SonicMan: SN1 Precautions
Do not use any components other
than those included. Use the
included battery pack, charger and
communications cable. Use of other
items could result in excessive heat
generation, ignition, rupture,
electrical shock, fire or other
undesirable situations.
PROHIBITED
Take measures to prevent
entanglement. Operating the unit
with the strap, earphones cord or
communications cable hanging
loosely could result in accidents
caused by their becoming caught in
rotating equipment. Hold them close
to the body and take measures to
prevent entanglement during
operation.
MANDATORY
Do not direct the beam of the
laser pointer at people. If the beam
of the laser pointer shines into eyes,
it may result in deterioration or loss
of vision. When not in use, turn the
laser pointer OFF.
PROHIBITED
Unit does not have an intrinsically
safe rating. Do not use in areas
requiring explosionproof equipment.
Failure to observe this precaution
could result in ignition or accidental
explosions.
PROHIBITED
Do not disassemble or modify.
Failure to observe this precaution
could result in injury, electrical
shock, ignition or fire.
DISASSEMBLY
PROHIBITED
Do not operate the buttons or
stare at the screen while walking.
Failure to observe these precautions
could lead to accidents such as
tripping or collisions.
PROHIBITED
Be attentive to the background
noises in the surrounding area.
When wearing the earphones, it
becomes difficult to hear noises from
the surrounding area. Operate the
unit together with a person who is
not wearing any earphones or take
measures during operation to ensure
advance awareness of potential
dangers in the surrounding area.
MANDATORY
Do not place components in
microwave ovens or high-
pressure vessels, and do not
place components in the vicinity
of electromagnetic devices. Such
handling could result in excessive
heat generation, smoke, damage to
circuitry, battery fluid leakage,
rupture or ignition.
PROHIBITED
Do not subject the unit to strong
impact and do not throw it. Such
handling could result in leakage of
the battery fluid, excessive heat
generation, rupture, ignition or injury.
PROHIBITED
Do not turn the power ON while
wearing the earphones. A sudden
loud sound may be emitted, leading
to hearing impairment or injury. After
turning the power ON, check to see
whether a loud sound is being output
before putting on the earphones.
PROHIBITED
Make sure no foreign matter gets
inside the unit. In areas with a great
deal of metal powder or other fine
foreign matter, take measure to
prevent this foreign matter from
getting inside the unit. The presence
of such foreign matter could result in
fire or unit failure.
PROHIBITED
Do not let the unit become wet. If
liquid gets inside the unit, it may
result in excessive heat generation,
electrical shock or unit failure. Be
careful of the location of use and the
method of handling.
NO
MOISTURE
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION

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2.2 Battery Pack Precautions
Do not use any charger other than
the charger provided with the unit.
Failure to observe this precaution
could result in leakage of the battery
fluid, excessive heat generation,
rupture or ignition.
PROHIBITED
Do not disassemble, modify,
solder, etc. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in leakage of
the battery fluid, excessive heat
generation, rupture or ignition.
DISASSEMBLY
PROHIBITED
If fluid leaks from the battery and
gets in the eyes, flush it out. Do
not rub the eyes, and after
immediately flushing out thoroughly
with clean water, see a doctor.
MANDATORY
Refrain from touching the
terminals to other metal items, to
avoid causing a short in the
battery pack. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in leakage of
the battery fluid, excessive heat
generation, rupture or ignition. When
transporting the battery pack, carry it
in the soft case, etc.
PROHIBITED
Do not cause the unit to become
wet by immersing in water, salt
water or liquid chemicals. Failure
to observe this precaution could
result in leakage of the battery fluid,
excessive heat generation, rupture
or ignition.
PROHIBITED
Do not apply heat to the unit or
throw it into a fire. Failure to
observe this precaution could result
in leakage of the battery fluid,
excessive heat generation, rupture
or ignition.
PROHIBITED
Do not leave unit where it will be exposed to direct sunlight or in areas that will
become very hot, such as interiors of cars, near heating equipment, etc. Failure to
observe this precaution could result in leakage of the battery fluid, excessive heat
generation, rupture or ignition.
PROHIBITED
Do not forcibly insert the battery
pack. The battery pack must be
inserted into the SonicMan and the
charger with the proper orientation.
Forcible insertion could result in fluid
leakage, excessive heat generation,
rupture or ignition.
PROHIBITED
Do not use the battery pack in
devices other than the SonicMan
unit. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in battery
pack failure, rupture or fire.
PROHIBITED
Cease use of the battery pack immediately if the unit exhibits abnormal operation. If
during battery pack use, charging or storage, irregularities such as fluid leakage, an unusual
smell, unusual heat generation, discoloration or deformation are noticed, cease use of the
unit immediately. If use is continued under such conditions, excessive heat generation,
ignition or rupture may result.
PROHIBITED
If full charging does not occur
even after the prescribed charging
time has been exceeded, stop
charging. If use is continued under
such conditions, battery fluid leakage,
excessive heat generation, ignition or
rupture may result.
MANDATORY
If battery fluid leaks and comes
into contact with the body, rinse it
of immediately. There is danger of
resultant damage to the skin.
Immediately rinse any battery fluid
off with clean water.
MANDATORY
DANGER
WARNING

2. Observe These Precautions to Ensure Safety
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When not intending to use for
extended periods of time, remove
the battery pack from the unit and
store in a dry, cool, dark location.
Failure to observe this precaution
could result in fluid leakage, rust,
deterioration in performance or a
reduction in service life.
MANDATORY
Charge the battery pack within the
temperature range of 5° C to 35° C.
If charged at a temperature outside of
this range, fluid leakage, abnormal
heat generation, ignition or rupture
may result. Additionally, deterioration
in performance or a reduction in
service life may result.
MANDATORY
Do not dispose of the battery pack with normal garbage. The SonicMan battery pack is
recyclable. If at any time, whether before or after use, the battery pack becomes
unnecessary, observe your company regulations and, after insulating the contact terminals
by covering them with tape, return the battery pack to a TLV office.
PROHIBITED
2.3 Charger Precautions
Use only with the specified
voltage. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in smoke,
ignition, rupture or fire from the
charger or battery pack.
MANDATORY
Do not disassemble or modify.
Failure to observe this precaution
could result in excessive heat
generation, ignition, electrical shock
or injury.
DISASSEMBLY
PROHIBITED
Refrain from touching the charger
terminals to other metal items, to
avoid causing a short in the unit.
Failure to observe this precaution
could result excessive heat
generation, ignition or electrical
shock.
PROHIBITED
Do not operate the unit with wet
hands. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in electrical
shock.
NO WET
HANDS
Do not use the unit in humid areas
or in areas in which it could
become wet from water or liquid
chemicals. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in electrical
shock, excessive heat generation or
ignition.
NO
MOISTURE
Do not charge a battery pack
other than the SonicMan battery
pack. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in excessive
heat generation, ignition, rupture or
fire.
PROHIBITED
Do not charge in areas that have a great deal of dust or metal powder. The presence of
dust or metal powder could result in excessive heat generation or fire.
PROHIBITED
CAUTION
WARNING

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Do not touch the electrode
contacts. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in electrical
shock, deformation or injury.
PROHIBITED
Do not cause the electrical cord to
have sharp bends, place heavy
items on top of it or cut it. Failure
to observe this precaution could
result in failure of the electrical cord,
electrical shock, excessive heat
generation or fire.
PROHIBITED
Cease use immediately if the unit exhibits abnormal operation. If the unit does not
charge, there is smoke, unusual heat generation or an unusual smell, immediately pull the
power plug out of the outlet. If use is continued under such conditions, fire or electrical
shock may result.
PROHIBITED
2.4 Earphones Precautions
Do not use earphones while driving. Be sure not to use the earphones while driving a
fork lift, car, motorcycle, bicycle, etc. Even while walking, be careful not to have the volume
set too high since it may block out the surrounding background noise.
PROHIBITED
Do not have the volume set too
high. Listening to a high volume
setting for prolonged periods of time
may result in damage to or loss of
hearing.
PROHIBITED
If you feel any irritation in your
skin, cease use of the earphones
immediately. If your skin feels
irritated or uncomfortable, cease use
of the earphones immediately and
consult a doctor.
PROHIBITED
CAUTION
WARNING
CAUTION

3. The Procedure for Gas Leak Diagnosis
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3 SonicMan’s Principle of Detection
3.1 Leak locations generate a warning sound by their very nature
There are many cases in the field where large amounts
of fluid are leaking from the screwed or flanged areas of
piping joints or from gaskets.
An ultrasonic signal is generated at these types of leak
locations. (“Ultrasonic” is used here to refer to sounds
in high frequency bands that cannot be heard by the
human ear.)
This ultrasonic signal is generated even in the case of
very small leaks, and offers a much higher chance of leak location detection than does
relying on the spectrum of sound that is audible to the human ear.
3.2 Detecting ultrasonic signals and converting them to audible sound
SonicMan employs an ultrasonic microphone and an electrical
band path filter to isolate and detect ultrasonic signals.
Furthermore, the ultrasonic signals that have been detected and
converted to audible sound can then be
heard through the earphones.
Additionally, concentrating the directional
ability of the ultrasonic microphone
facilitates the identification of leak
locations, and the added use of the laser
pointer effects a great increase in the
efficiency of leak detection and location identification.
3.3 Automatic Calculation of Estimated Leakage Level
When the reading’s distance and relevant information about the object being tested have
been input, SonicMan displays an automatic calculation of the estimated leakage level
(within 4 levels), based on the reading gained during detection. This can be used as a
rough measure of the total quantity of losses.
The calculation of leakage level is made possible by using information, stored in
SonicMan, that has been gained from previous laboratory experiments.
The relation between leak level and the leakage
amount is approximately as shown below.
Leakage Rate
Leak
Level Gas (N·m3/h) Steam (kg/h)
1 0.3 or less 1.0 or less
2 From 0.3 to 1.0 From 1.0 to 2.0
3 From 1.0 to 2.5 From 2.0 to 5.0
4 Over 2.5 Over 5.0
Note: The estimation of leak level includes a variety of factors such as the condition of
the generated ultrasonic signal, fluid type and error due to measuring distance.
Therefore these values are only estimates for reference.
Ultrasonic
waves
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!!
123 x 45 – 67 = 5468

4. SonicMan Components and Features
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4 SonicMan Components and Features
[

] Button:
This is used to turn
the laser pointer ON
and OFF.
[Memory] Button:
This is used to save
or recall stored data.
[ENT] Button:
This is used in confirming
data saving and in locking
in the settings.
[Func.] Button:
This is used in verifying and
modifying settings, and to initiate
the leakage level calculation.
Display Area:
This is used to displa
y
inspection readings
(bar indicator and
digital display) and
setting sensitivity
[×
××
×] and [Ø
ØØ
Ø]Buttons:
These are used to
modify sensitivity
settings and to modif
y
the record number for
the saved data.
Ultrasonic
Microphone:
This is used to
detect the sound
of leaks.
Battery Cover:
The battery is
h
e
l
d
h
e
r
e
.
Laser Pointer
Emission Port:
The laser beam is
emitted from here.
Earphone Jack:
Insert the included
earphones here.
Hood:
This is used for
improved screen
visibility when
the unit is used
outdoors.
Trigger:
This is used to turn the
power ON and OFF, and
to initiate the automatic
sensitivity adjustment.

5. Procedure for Gas Leak Detection
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5 Procedure for Gas Leak Detection
5.1 Preparation for Gas Leak Detection
1) Using the supplied charger, charge the battery and then insert into the SN1
(see section 6 “Battery Pack Instructions”).
2) Prepare all items required for the inspection. Items may include tags, piping layout
maps, record/note paper, camera, etc.
3) If necessary, preset SonicMan functions as desired (see section 10 “Optional
Settings and Adjustments”)
5.2 Using
SonicMan, Searching for Leak Locations
1) While listening to the sound output through the earphones, move in the direction of
the source as indicated by SonicMan. Adjusting the sensitivity setting (see section
7.4 “Increasing and Decreasing the Sensitivity”) or using the automatic sensitivity
adjustment (see section 7.5 “Using the Automatic Sensitivity Adjustment”) may help
you to locate the source of the leak.
2) Approach the area where the sound is generated and identify the leak location. Use
the nozzle and laser pointer to pinpoint the source of the leak.
5.3 Recording the Detection Reading and Leak Location
1) Estimate the leak level by using the inspection data (see section 8.2 “Estimating
Leakage Level”). By entering the distance and fluid type, 1 of 4 leak levels can be
determined.
2) Save the inspection data and leak level in SonicMan’s memory (see section 8.4
“Saving the Inspection Data in the Internal Memory”). A 3-digit record number is given
to the saved data. A total of 310 records can be stored in the SonicMan.
3) Attach a tag with the record number to the leak location. This allows the location to be
easily located again for repair at a later date.
4) Take photographs and record the leak locations. Photographs of the tag locations can
assist record keeping and reporting as well as help identify the location at repair time.
Plotting the leak on a piping layout map can further assist this process.
5.4 Reporting Data and Making a Maintenance Plan
1) Recall the saved data from SonicMan and make a report along with other data
(photo’s maps, etc.). A report of inspection results can be useful for analyzing the
effects on energy conservation.
2) By referring to the leak levels, make and implement a maintenance plan.

6. Battery Pack Instructions
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6 Battery Pack Instructions
6.1 Charging the Battery Pack
1) Connect the power cord for the included charger c.
2) Insert the battery pack securely into the charger d.
3) The red “charging” indicator light comes on and the charger automatically begins
charging e.
4) Pushing the white button causes the battery pack to be discharged (green light)
before charging. Charging (red light) begins automatically after discharging is
completed.
5) To stop the discharging process (green light) before it is completed, press the white
button again. Discharging ceases (the green discharge light goes out), and charging
(red light) automatically begins.
6) When charging is fully completed, the red “charging” indicator light begins blinking on
and off.
6.2 Inserting and Removing the Battery Pack
1) Slide back the latch cand open the SonicMan battery cover d.
2) Insert the battery pack with the end on which the contacts are located going in first e.
3) Close the battery cover fand slide the latch to fasten the cover in place g.
4) When the battery pack is inserted, the power on the SonicMan may automatically
turn ON. If this occurs, double-click the trigger to turn the power OFF.
5) Remove the battery pack by following the above steps, except remove the battery
pack in step 2 instead or inserting it.
c
d
e
c
d
e
f
g

7. Operation
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7 Operation
7.1 Turning the Power ON and OFF
1) Pulling (clicking) the trigger once turns the power ON.
2) After turning the power ON, you may immediately begin
to search for leaks. It is not necessary to pull the trigger
again.
3) Pulling the trigger twice in a less than 1-second interval
(double-clicking) turns the power OFF.
Note: The power can only be turned OFF when SonicMan
is in detection mode. The power cannot be turned
OFF if it is in setting-modification mode, data recall
mode, etc.
7.2 Attaching the Earphones (In Quiet Areas)
1) Lift up the cover for the SonicMan earphone jack c.
2) Insert the earphone plug into the SonicMan earphone
jack d.
3) The earphone with the “R” is for the right ear and the
one with the “L” is for the left ear.
7.3 How to Read the Screen
c
d
The reading is displayed by a bar indicator.
The bar length (number of squares shown)
indicates level presently being detected.
This icon displays
battery voltage in 4
levels. It blinks when
battery strength
becomes weak.
This displays the reading
as a quantitative value
from 0 to 100.
This is displayed
when the laser
pointer output is ON.
This marks the maximum level reached
during leak detection. If the sensitivit
y
setting is modified, this reading is deleted.
This displays the current
sensitivity setting as a
quantitative value.

7. Operation
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7.4 Increasing and Decreasing the Sensitivity
To increase the audibility of the sound of a small leak, or in the opposite case, to decrease
it when the sound of a leak is too loud, adjust the sensitivity to the desired level using the
[×] and [Ø] buttons.
1) Pressing the [×] button one time increases the
sensitivity setting by 1. Holding down the [×]
button rapidly increases the setting (in single
increments) until the button is released. The
level can increase to a maximum of 100.
2) Pressing the [Ø] button one time decreases the
sensitivity setting by 1. Holding down the [Ø]
button rapidly decreases the setting (in single
decrements) until the button is released. The
level can decrease to a minimum of 0.
7.5 Using the Automatic Sensitivity Adjustment
It is possible to automatically set the sensitivity to an easy-to-hear level without the use of
the [×] and [Ø] buttons.
1) Pull and hold the trigger for at least 1 second.
2) The sensitivity setting is automatically altered
until the current reading reaches a level that is
easy to hear.
3) When the trigger is released, the setting
becomes fixed at the last automatically assigned
sensitivity setting.
7.6 Turning the Laser Pointer ON and OFF
The laser pointer assists in identifying the location of a detected leak.
1) Pressing and holding the [] button causes the laser pointer to emit a laser beam,
and a “À” mark appears in the display.
Note: The laser pointer only emits a laser beam while in
detection mode. When modifying settings, saving
data, recalling data, etc., it does not emit a beam.
2) When the [] button is released, the laser pointer beam
is turned OFF and the “À” mark disappears from the
display.
*
**
*
60
6060
60 dB S 50
dB S 50dB S 50
dB S 50
*
**
*
60 S 50
Sensitivity Setting
Hold for
at least
1 second.
*
**
*
60
6060
60 dB S 50
dB S 50dB S 50
dB S 50
*
**
*
60 S 50
“À” Mark

8. Estimating Leak Level, Saving and Recalling Data
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8 Estimating Leak Level, Saving and Recalling Data
8.1 Hold the Inspection Data
1) Press the [Memory] button while detecting a leak.
2) If the automatic leak level calculation function is set to “Auto” (see section 10.4
“Setting Leak Level Calculation”), the display changes to the screen for input of the
estimated leak level calculation conditions.
3) If the automatic leak level calculation function is set to “Manual” (see section 10.4
“Setting Leak Level Calculation”), the display changes to the record number selection
screen without calculating the leak level.
8.2 Calculate Leak Level
Leak level can be calculated after saving the SonicMan reading (see section 8.5
“Recalling Saved Data”).
1) Enter the distance from the leak to SonicMan’s lead
edge.
(a) Pressing either the [×] or the [Ø] button 1 time
increases or decreases the distance by 0.1 m,
respectively. Pressing and holding increases or
decreases the distance in 1.0 m increments.
The distance input range is from 0.1 m to 25.5 m.
(b) Press the [ENT] button to confirm the data and
then move to the next data item.
(c) When the nozzle is attached, the distance to the
front the nozzle is 0.1 m.
2) Select Fluid Type. Select either “Steam” or “Gas”.
(a) Scroll through the choices for fluid type by
pressing the [×] and [Ø] buttons.
(b) Select the type of fluid that is leaking, then press
the [ENT] button.
(c) The result from the leakage amount calculation
is displayed, then the display changes to the
record number confirmation screen.
(d) For revising Calculation Conditions:
Pressing the [Func.] button again allows for re-
input of the calculation conditions as many times
as desired.
3) Canceling the Input of Calculation Conditions before Input is Complete
Pressing the [Func.] button causes the display to skip the conditions input screen and
to jump to the record number confirmation screen.
Data Hold
Memory
Calculate Leak Level
(When Cal. function is “Auto”)
ENT Select Record
Number
Save Data
Memory
(When Cal. function is “Manual”)
Input Distance
No.001 *
No.001 *No.001 *
No.001 *
Distance 0.1m
Distance 0.1mDistance 0.1m
Distance 0.1m
No.001 *
**
*
Distance 0.1m
Select Fluid Type
No.001 *
No.001 *No.001 *
No.001 *
Fluid
FluidFluid
Fluid ｴｱｰ
ｴｱｰｴｱｰ
ｴｱｰ
No.001 *
**
*
Fluid Gas
ENT
Display Calculation Result
No.001 *
No.001 *No.001 *
No.001 *
L:
L:L:
L: ---
------
--- 60dB S 50
60dB S 5060dB S 50
60dB S 50
No.001 *
**
*
L:
::
:
1 60 S 50
ENT

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8.3 Record Number Selection
It is possible to select any three-digit number from 000 to 999
as a record number for the data. Record numbers do not have
to be continuous.
1) The cursor will begin blinking in the record number box. A
number that is sequentially higher than the highest
currently in memory is automatically displayed.
2) Pressing the [×] or [Ø] buttons causes the record number
to increase or decrease by one.
3) Pressing the [×] button once while the automatically
displayed record number is visible causes “CSL” (cancel)
to be displayed. This indicates that you do not wish to
save this held record (discarding the data).
8.4 Saving the Inspection Data in the Internal Memory
The reading value, sensitivity setting, estimated leakage
amount and its conditions can be saved together with the
record number in the internal memory.
1) Confirm the record number to be used, then press the
[Memory] button.
(a) The message “Complete Data Store” is momentarily
displayed while the unit saves the inspection data.
The SonicMan will then return to detection mode.
(b) If the selected record number was “CSL”, the data is
discarded without saving. SonicMan then returns to
detection mode.
(c) Measurement data can be stored even if the leak level was not calculated.
2) If the selected record number has already been used,
SonicMan will query: “Over write?”
(a) To destroy the previous data and save the new data
(overwrite), press the [Memory] button once more.
The message “Data Store” is momentarily displayed
while the unit saves the data. SonicMan then returns
to detection mode.
(b) To save without overwriting, use the [×] and [Ø]
buttons to select a different record number, then pres
[Memory] to save the data.
(c) To cancel a data save, press the [×] and [Ø] buttons
to change the record number to “CSL” for cancellation and press the [Memory]
button one more time. Then, the SonicMan will return to detection mode without
the message, “Data Store”.
SonicMan will return to detection mode without displaying the data saved
message.
Record Number Selection
No.001 *
No.001 *No.001 *
No.001 *
L:
L:L:
L: ---
------
--- 60dB S 50
60dB S 5060dB S 50
60dB S 50
No.001 *
**
*
L:
::
:
1 60 S 50
Overwriting Records
Over write? *
Over write? *Over write? *
Over write? *
L:
L:L:
L: ---
------
--- 60dB S 50
60dB S 5060dB S 50
60dB S 50
Over write? *
**
*
L: --- 60 S 50
Overwrite Don’t
Overwrite
Memory
Memory
Cancel Data Store
Press 1 time
No.CSL *
No.CSL *No.CSL *
No.CSL *
L:
L:L:
L: ---
------
--- 60dB S 50
60dB S 5060dB S 50
60dB S 50
No.CSL *
**
*
L: 1 60 S 50
Saving Data
No.001 *
No.001 *No.001 *
No.001 *
L:
L:L:
L: ---
------
--- 60dB S 50
60dB S 5060dB S 50
60dB S 50
No.001 *
**
*
L:
::
:
1 60 S 50
Complete *
Complete *Complete *
Complete *
Data Store
Data StoreData Store
Data Store
Complete *
**
*
Data Store
Memory

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8.5 Recalling Saved Data
It is possible to recall and display data that has been saved in
the internal memory.
1) While in detection mode, press and hold the [Memory]
button for at least 1 second. The saved record with the
highest record number will be displayed. Press [Memory]
again to return to detection mode.
Note: The cursor in the record number is not blinking.
This action cannot be performed while modifying settings, saving data, etc.
2) A different record can be displayed by using the [×] and
[Ø] buttons. Record numbers that contain no saved data
are skipped and not displayed.
3) It is possible to recalculate the leak level. When the
desired record has been recalled, press the [Func.]
button. This will take you to the estimated leak level
calculation conditions input screen.
8.6 Deleting Saved Data
The data in the internal memory can be deleted one record at
a time, or all saved data can be deleted at once.
1) Recall and display the record you wish to delete. If you wish to delete all saved data,
select any record. There is no need to select a specific record number.
2) Press both the [Func.] and the [Memory] button at the
same time. A menu offering the following choices will
appear:
- Delete only the selected record number (“No.### Clear”)
- Delete all saved data (“All Data Clear”)
3) Use the [×] and [Ø] buttons to move the cursor to the
desired action, in either the upper half or the lower half of
the screen.
4) Press the [ENT] button to delete the data.
(a) After deleting one data record, the display returns to
the data recall screen displaying the record with the
highest number.
(b) When there is no more saved data or when all data
has been deleted, the unit returns to detection mode.
5) To cancel the deletion, press the [Func.] button (before
pressing [ENT]). The display will return to the saved data
recall screen.
Recalling Data
Memory
Press and
hold
No.001 *
No.001 *No.001 *
No.001 *
L:
L:L:
L: ---
------
--- 60dB S 50
60dB S 5060dB S 50
60dB S 50
No.001 *
**
*
L:
::
:
1 60 S 50
Recalculate Leak Level
No.001 *
No.001 *No.001 *
No.001 *
L:
L:L:
L: ---
------
--- 60dB S 50
60dB S 5060dB S 50
60dB S 50
No.001 *
**
*
L:
::
:
1 60 S 50
No.001 *
No.001 *No.001 *
No.001 *
Distance 0.1m
Distance 0.1mDistance 0.1m
Distance 0.1m
No.001 *
**
*
Distance 0.1m
Func.
Delete Saved Data
No.001 *
No.001 *No.001 *
No.001 *
L:
L:L:
L: ---
------
--- 60dB S 50
60dB S 5060dB S 50
60dB S 50
No.001 *
**
*
L:
::
:
1 60 S 50
Func. + Memory
No.001 Clear *
No.001 Clear *No.001 Clear *
No.001 Clear *
All Data Clear
All Data ClearAll Data Clear
All Data Clear
No.001 Clear *
**
*
All Data Clear
Delete Cancel
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9 Operation Flow Chart
Detection Mode
*
**
*
60
6060
60 dB S 50
dB S 50dB S 50
dB S 50
*
**
*
60 S 50
Trigger
Power ON
Memory
Memory
Calc.
Function
Set to
Manual
Recall Saved Data
No.001 *
No.001 *No.001 *
No.001 *
L:
L:L:
L: ---
------
--- 60dB S 50
60dB S 5060dB S 50
60dB S 50
No.001 *
**
*
L:
::
:
--- 60 S 50
Select a saved record. using
the [×] and [Ø]buttons.
Memory
Press
and Hold
Memory
Func.
Delete Data
No.001 Clear *
No.001 Clear *No.001 Clear *
No.001 Clear *
All Data Clear
All Data ClearAll Data Clear
All Data Clear
No.001 Clear *
**
*
All Data Clear
Select the top or bottom hal
f
usin
g
the
[
×
]
and
[
Ø
]
buttons.
Func.
Memory
Press Simultaneously
Delete
ENT Func.
Cancel
Deletion
ENT
Save
New
Data
Record
Double-click
Trigger
Power OFF
Hold Trigger
Automatic Sensitivity
Adjustment
Save Number Selection
No.001 *
No.001 *No.001 *
No.001 *
L:
L:L:
L: ---
------
--- 60dB S 50
60dB S 5060dB S 50
60dB S 50
No.001 *
**
*
L:
::
:
--- 60 S 50
Select the new record numbe
r
or CSL using the [×] and [Ø]
buttons
Calculation Mode
No.001 *
No.001 *No.001 *
No.001 *
Distance 0.1m
Distance 0.1mDistance 0.1m
Distance 0.1m
No.001 *
**
*
Distance 0.1m
No.001 *
No.001 *No.001 *
No.001 *
Fluid
FluidFluid
Fluid ｴｱｰ
ｴｱｰｴｱｰ
ｴｱｰ
No.001 *
**
*
Fluid Gas
Input each condition.
Calc.
Function
Set to
Auto
ENT
Record
No.CSL
Memory
Delete
Data
Without
Saving

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10 Optional Settings and Adjustments
How to Set the SonicMan Functions
All SonicMan functions have been preset before shipping. These settings can be changed to
meet the user’s requirements.
10.1 Enter Settings Mode
While in detection mode, press the [Func.] button.
10.2 Display Battery Strength
A 10-level indicator of current battery charge is displayed.
1) Press the [ENT] button to move the display to the next
setting item.
2) Press the [Func.] button to return to detection mode.
10.3 Turning ON and OFF the Backlight
(Factory default is “ON”)
To set the screen backlight to “ON” and “OFF”:
1) Press the [×] and [Ø] buttons to switch between “ON” and
“OFF”, which turns the backlight on and off.
2) Press the [ENT] button to move to the next setting item.
3) Press [Func.] to return to detection mode.
10.4 Setting Leak Level Calculation
(Factory default is “Auto”)
To set whether to enter calculation mode automatically (“Auto”)
when a reading is taken, or to enter data manually (“Manual”) at
some other time:
1) Press [×] and [Ø] to switch between “Auto” and “Manual”.
2) Press [ENT] to move the display to the next setting item.
3) Press [Func.] to return to detection mode.
10.5 Setting the Automatic Volume Control
(Factory default is “OFF”)
When it is turned ON, this feature is designed to protect the ear
by instantaneously throttling the earphone output volume when
a sudden loud sound is generated. The earphone volume is
independent of the sensitivity setting function. Therefore,
throttling the earphone volume has no influence on the leak
detection reading. Once the loud sound ceases, the volume
reverts to its normal setting. However, if the loud sound is
continuously generated, the earphone volume is repeatedly
throttled and the sound may grow very small.
1) Press [×] and [Ø] to switch between “ON” and “OFF”.
2) Press [ENT] to move the display to the next setting item.
3) Press [Func.] to return to detection mode.
Enter Settings Mode
Func.
Battery *
**
*
E
F
ENT
Back Li
g
ht *
**
*
ON
ENT
Calc. *
**
*
Function Auto
ENT
Auto Volume *
**
*
Control ON
ENT