TPI SP555 User manual

SP555 Vane Air Velocity
Smart Probe
Test Products International, Inc.
Uses a vane sensor for accurate
air velocity measurements.
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Measures Air Velocity and Temperature;
calculates CFM (Volume)
Connects to mobile device and uses the
TPI View App
Perform average air velocity and air vol-
ume tests
3 Year Limited Warranty
Download the TPI View App
Download the TPI View app from the Apple® app
store or the Google® play store to begin using
your smart probe.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
A. Introduction........................................................................ 1
B. Safety Considerations......................................................... 1
C. Specifications..................................................................... 1
D. Instrument Overview.......................................................... 2
E. Taking a Measurement........................................................ 3
F. Additional App Features...................................................... 4
G.
H.
I.
Performing Air Volume (Flow) Tests.................................... 5& 6
J.
K.
Maintenance........................................................................ 7
Trouble Shooting................................................................ 7
Replacing Batteries............................................................... 8
Accessories....................................................................... 8
Download the TPI View App
Download the TPI View app from the Apple® app store or the Google®
play store to begin using your smart probe.

A. INTRODUCTION
1. Congratulations: Thank you for purchasing TPI products. The SP555 is easy
to use and built to last. It is backed by a 3 year limited warranty.
2. Product Description: The SP555 is a vane velocity “Smart Probe”. It connects
to your mobile device and uses the TPI View App to display air velocity, CFM,
and temperature readings.
B. SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
1. Never insert the sensor into hot air.
2. Never allow a foreign object into the sensor cage. The sensor may be
damaged.
3. Do not expose the unit to damp environments for extended periods of time.
C. SPECIFICATIONS
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D. INSTRUMENT OVERVIEW
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E. TAKING AMEASUREMENT
1. Download and install the TPI
View App onto your mobile
device. Run the App. Select the
region for your area. The Main
Screen will be displayed. Press
and hold the SP555 On/Off key
down until it turns on. Tap on
"Tap to start scanning for TPI
smart instruments" to discover
the 555.
2. Tap on SP555 to connect to
the SP555. The LED indicator
will turn Green and blink to
indicate a link has been
established.
The Live Anemometer screen
will display in the App.
The Volume Flow, Velocity,
and Temperature will be
displayed. Tapping on a
reading will change the unit of
measure.
The bottom area allows you to
select the type of duct and the
size of the duct. The size of the
duct is required to calculate
and display the Volume Flow.
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F. ADDITIONAL APP FEATURES
1. Swiping left at the top of the app
allows access to the multi
average and timed average
functions. This allows traverse
measurements to be made to
obtain the average air velocity,
flow, and temperature.
2. Tapping “Duct Details” allows
the duct type (round or
rectangular) and size to be
set. This must be done to
display air flow (CFM).
Tapping the displayed
readings changes the unit of
measure.
3. The TPI View App includes a
job management feature.
Readings can be saved as a
job with customer information
and reports can be emailed as
necessary.
Reports can also be printed
from your smart device using
the optional A740BT
Bluetooth printer.
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1. Turn the SP555 on and connect it to the TPI View App.
2. Select Timed Average in the TPI View App. Determine the type and size of
the duct (grill) and enter it into the View App.
3. Position the SP555 at one end of the grill. The arrow on top of the SP555
indicates the direction it should be oriented in the air flow.
4. Tap "Start Test" to begin the traverse test.
5. Move the SP555 along the grill from one end to the other. Once you reach
the end tap "Stop Test". (See Picture Below)
6. The average air velocity, air flow (CFM), and temperature will be displayed.
7. A report can be created and data can be saved to a job by tapping on
"Create Report".
Note: Pause can be tapped to pause testing and then continued. This can be
used if the SP555 needs to be re-positioned during the test. This can be
helpful for large grills.
G. AIR VOLUME MEASUREMENT - TRAVERSING GRILLS
To do a proper airflow measurement (CFM) you should do traverse readings to
obtain the true average airflow through the grill. There are two ways to perform
this test using the SP555, Timed Average Traverse and Multi Average Traverse.
Time based is typically easier but both are explained in the next sections.
Time Average Traverse

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Multi Average Traverse
1. Turn the SP555 on and connect it to the TPI View App.
2. Select Multi Average in the TPI View App. Determine the type and size of the
duct (grill) and enter it into the View App.
3. Position the SP555 at one end of the grill. The arrow on top of the SP555
indicates the direction it should be oriented in the air flow.
4. Tap "Start Test" to begin the traverse test.
5. Move the SP555 along the grill from one end to the other stopping at test
points. Once stopped tap "Add to Average" to add the reading to the overall
average readings. NOTE: Stop every inch or so. The more readings you add
to the average the more accurate the average will be. Once you reach the
end tap "Stop Test". (See Picture Below)
6. The average air velocity, air flow (CFM), and temperature will be displayed.
7. A report can be created and data can be saved to a job by tapping on
"Create Report".
Stop at each test point and tap "Add To
Average". The more test points added
the more accurate the average will be.

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H. MAINTENANCE
1. Clean the surface of the instrument with a damp cloth.
2. Replace the three AAA batteries when the low battery indicator
appears. (See page 8)
I. TROUBLE SHOOTING
Probable Cause
Symptom
Velocity seems inaccurate. •Low battery.
SP565 does not turn on. •Dead or low batteries.
•Not holding down power switch
until unit turns on.
•Defective POWER ON switch.
Air velocity readings seem low •Dead or low batteries.
•Protective hood not open all the
way.
•Sensor not turned completely
into the air stream.
J. ACCESSORIES
Included Accessories
Part Number Description
A555SP Soft pouch
Optional Accessories
Part Number Description
A925 Carrying case for 4 smart
probes
A926 Carrying case for 1 or 2
smart probes

This product is warranted to the purchaser against defects in material and workmanship for three years from the
date of purchase.
Covered by Warranty: Repair parts and labor; or replacement of the product at company’s option. Normal trans-
portation charges to the purchaser are also covered.
Not Covered by Warranty: Damages to the product which are the result of abuse, improper use or maintenance are
not covered. Any other expense, consequential damages, incidental damages, or incidental expenses including dam-
ages to property are not covered. Transportation expenses to the company are not covered.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limita-
tions or exclusions may not apply to you.
To Obtain Warranty Performance: Include with the product: your name, address, phone number, written descrip-
tion of the problem and proof of purchase date. Carefully package and return to:
TPI, Inc. TPI Canada TPI, Europe Ltd..
9615 SW Allen Blvd. 342 Bronte Rd. S., Unit 6 Longley House, International Drive
Beaverton, OR 97005 Milton, Ontario L9T 5B7 Southgate Crawley
USA Canada West Sussex RH10 6AQ England
503-520-9197 905-693-8558 44(0) 1293 530196
www.testproductsintl.com www.tpicanada.com www.tpieurope.com
Implied Warranties: Any implied warranties including implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a par-
ticular purpose, are limited in duration to three years from date of purchase. To the extent any provision of this war-
ranty is prohibited by federal or state law and cannot be preempted, it shall not be applicable. This warranty gives
you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
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L. REPLACING BATTERIES
1. Turn the battery
compartment
screw counter
clockwise until
it is just above
the compart-
ment door. Lift
on the screw to
open the com-
partment.
2. Replace the three
AAA batteries.
3. Re-install the battery cover and tighten the
screw by turning it clockwise.
K. WARRANTY

NOTES

Test Products International, Inc.
9615 SW Allen Blvd., Ste. 104
Beaverton, OR 97005
Tel: [phone]
www.testproductsintl.com
Test Products International, Ltd.
342 Bronte Road South, Unit #6
Milton Ontario Canada L9T 5B7
Tel: [phone]
www.tpicanada.com
Test Products International Europe Ltd.
Longley House, International Drive
Southgate, Crawley, West Sussex RH10 6AQ
Tel:: [phone]
www.tpieurope.com