UE Systems 100-UP 10000SD User manual

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Table of Contents
1. Introduction
 Ultrasound Technology Instruction Scholarship Certificate 5
2. Ultraprobe Kit
Basic Components 5
A. Plug-In Modules 6
 Scanning Module 6
 Contact Module
3. Accessories 6
A. Standard Accessories 6
 Headset 6
 WTG-1 Warble Tone Generator 6
 Rubber Focusing Probe 7
 Stethoscope Extension Kit 7
 BCH-10L Battery Charger 7
 BCH-WTG Battery Charger 7
 RAS/RAM Magnetic Transducer 7
B. Optional Accessories 7
 LRM-9/10 7
 CFM-9/10 7
 UWC-9/10 7
 DHC-2 Headphones 7
 TFSM 7
 TFCM 7
 UFMTG-1991 7
 WTG-2SP Warble Pipe Threaded Tone Generator 7
 BCH-10L 7
 BCH-WTG2 8
 HTS-10 8
 LLA 8
 RAS/RAM-MT 8
3. Overview
A. Pistol Grip Housing 9
 Display Panel 9
 Trigger On/Off Switch 9
 I/O Port 9
 Line Input 10
 Battery Compartment/Battery 10
 Wrist Strap 10
 Sensitivity Control Dial 10
 Storage Entry Button 10
 Head Set Jack 10
 Recharge Jack 10
 Line Input Jack 10
4. User Instructions 11
 Trisonic- Scanning Module 11
 Method of Airborne Detection 11
 Headset 11
 Rubber Focusing Probe 11
 Stethoscope Module 11
 Stethoscope Extension Kit 11

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 Charging The UP10000 11
 Warble Tone Generator 12
 Charging The Warble Tone Generator 12
 Helpful Hints 12
 Auto Shutdown Battery Feature 12
 Resetting The On Board Computer 12
6. Operational Overview 13
 Main Display Navigation 13
 Main Display Information 13
 Bargraph Display 14
 Sensitivity Control Dial 14
 Sensitivity / Volume Adjust 14
 Frequency Adjust 14
 Function Field Description 15
 Yellow Enter Button 15
 Storage Display Navigation 15
 Storage Display Information 16
 ABCD Navigation 16
 Entering A Test Condition In Storage Display 17
 Entering Text Using Text Editor 17
 Alarm Enable/Disable 18
 Generic Info 18
 Record Wav 18
 CF Info 19
 To Store A Reading 19
 Storing ABCD Information 19
 Freezing a Reading on the Display Panel 19
7. Setup Mode
 Overview Of Setup Mode 20
 How To Use The Setup Mode 20
 Menu 01 Data Transfer 20
 Menu 02 Display Screen 21
 Menu 03 Application Select 21
 Menu 04 Module Type Select 22
 Menu 05 Instrument Setup (Manual or Auto) 22
 Menu 06 Alarm Enable/Disable 22
 Menu 07 Set Record Time 22
 Menu 08 Record WAV on Alarm 22
 Menu 09 Select Function List 23
 Menu 10 Text Editor Select 23
 Menu 11 MORE 23
 Menu 12 Default Settings 23
 Menu 13 User Sensitivity Default 24
 Menu 14 User Frequency Default 24
 Menu 15 Frequency Adjust (Yes or No) 24
 Menu 16 Restore Lists 25
 Menu 17 Set Shut Off Mode 25
 Menu 18 Set Turn Off Time 25
 Menu 19 Set WAV Sample Rate 25
 Menu 20 Display Response 25
 Menu 21 Comm Flow Control 26
 Menu 22 Line Input 26
 Menu 23 Sensitivity Mode 26
 Menu 24 Headphone Volume 27
 Menu 25 Enter Inspector ID 27

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 Menu 26 Set Time and Date 27
 Menu 27 Date Format Select 27
 Menu 28 Cal Due Date 28
 Menu 29 Standard or Metric Units 28
 Menu 30 Display Mode Select 28
 Menu 31 dB Scale Type Select 28
 Menu 32 dB Offset Value 29
 Menu 33Auto Store to CF 29
 Menu 34 Upgrade UE10K PGM 29
 Menu 35 BACK 30
8. How To Use The Application Select Modes 30
A. Generic 30
B. Valves 30
C. Bearings 31
D. Electrical 31
E. Steam 32
F. Leaks 33
9. General Applications 34
 Leak Detection, How To Locate Leaks, Shielding Techniques, Low Level 34 - 36
Leaks
 UltratoneTM 37
 Electric Arc, Corona, Tracking Detection 38
 Monitoring Bearing Wear 39
 Detecting Bearing Failure 40
 Comparative and Historical Trending 40
 Lack Of Lubrication 40
 Over Lubrication 41
 Slow Speed Bearings 41
 FFT Interface 41
 General Mechanical Trouble Shooting 41
 Locating Faulty Steam Traps 42
 General Steam/Condensate/Flash Steam Confirmation 42
 Inverted Bucket, Float & Thermostatic, Thermodynamic and Thermostatic 43
 Inspecting Valves 44
 ABCD Method 45
 Underground Leaks 45
 Leakage Behind Walls 46
 Partial Blockage 46
 Flow Direction 46
 Ultrasound Technology 47
 Ultraprobe 10,000 Specifications 48
 Instructions For Setting The Combination Lock On Carrying Case 49

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WELCOME TO THE WONDERFUL WORLD OF AIRBORNE ULTRASOUND INSPECTION
Congratulations, you are about to experience the ultimate in airborne/structure borne ultrasonic inspection. Your Ultraprobe 10000 is
equipped with features that will help you inspect in the most challenging environment.
1. INTRODUCTION
Your Ultraprobe 10000 is a versatile instrument with many features that will make your inspections easy, fast and accurate. As with
any new instrument, it is important to review this manual before you begin inspections.
While simple to use as a basic inspection tool, there are many powerful features that when understood, will open up a world of
opportunities for inspection and data analysis.
ULTRASOUND TECHNOLOGY INSTRUCTION SCHOLARSHIP CERTIFICATE:
Your Ultraprobe 10000 has many applications ranging from leak detection and electrical inspection to mechanical inspection.
It may be used to trend, analyze or just find a problem. How it is used is up to you. As you gain knowledge and learn how many
modes of inspection you can cover, you might want to extend your knowledge by enrolling in one of the many training courses offered
by UE Training Systems, Inc. A Scholarship certificate is available to you.
2. ULTRAPROBE 10000 KIT
Pistol-Grip
Housing
WTG-1 Warble
Tone Generator
Rubber Focusing Probe
Long Range
Module
Stethoscope Extension Kit
Stethoscope
Module
Trisonic Scanning
Module
Battery
RAS/RAM
Magnetic
Transducer &
Cable
Headphones
Battery Recharger

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A. PLUG-IN MODULES
TRISONICTM SCANNING MODULE:
This module is utilized to receive air-borne ultrasound such as the ultrasounds emitted by pressure/vacuum leaks and electrical
discharges. There are four prongs at the rear of the module. For placement, align the prongs with the four corresponding jacks in the
front end of the pistol housing and plug in. The TrisonicTM Scanning Module has a phased array of three piezoelectric transducers to
pick up the airborne ultrasound. This phased array focuses the ultrasound on one "hot spot" for directionality and effectively
intensifies the signal so that minute ultrasonic emissions can be detected.
STETHOSCOPE (CONTACT) MODULE:
This is the module with the metal rod. This rod is utilized as a "waveguide" in that it is sensitive to ultrasound that is generated
internally such as within a pipe, bearing housing or steam trap. Once stimulated by ultrasound, it transfers the signal to a piezoelectric
transducer located directly in the module housing. The module is shielded to provide protection from stray RF waves that have a
tendency to effect electronic receiving and measurement. The Stethoscope (Contact) Module can be effectively utilized in practically
any environment ranging from airports to broadcasting towers. It is equipped with low noise amplification to allow for a clear,
intelligible signal to be received and interpreted. For placement align the four prongs on the back with the corresponding receptacles in
the front of the pistol and plug in.
3. ACCESSORIES
A. STANDARD ACCESSORIES
HEADSET:
This heavy-duty headset is designed for use with or without a hardhat and can block out intense sounds often found in industrial
environments so that the user may easily hear the sounds received by the ULTRAPROBE. In fact, these headphones provide over 23
dB of noise attenuation.
WTG-1 WARBLE TONE GENERATOR:
The WTG-1 Tone Generator is an ultrasonic transmitter designed to flood an area with ultrasound. It is used for a special type of leak
test. 'When placed inside an empty container or on one side of a test item, it will flood that area with an intense ultrasound that will not
penetrate any solid but will flow through any existing fault or void. By scanning with the TrisonicTM Scanning Module, empty
containers such as pipes, tanks, windows, doors, bulkheads or hatches can be instantly checked for leakage. This Tone Generator is a
WARBLE TONE GENERATOR. This internationally patented transmitter sweeps through a number of ultrasonic frequencies in a
fraction of a second to produce a strong, recognizable "Warble" signal. The warble tone prevents a standing wave condition which can
produce false readings and provides for a consistency of testing in practically any material.
Stethoscope (Contact) Module
Trisonic
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RUBBER FOCUSING PROBE:
The Rubber Focusing Probe is a cone-shaped rubber shield. It is used to block out stray ultrasound and to assist in narrowing the field
of reception of the “Trisonic" Scanning Module.
STETHOSCOPE EXTENSION KIT:
This consists of three metal rods that will enable a user to reach up to 31 additional inches (78.7 cm) with the Stethoscope Probe.
BCH-10L BATTERY CHARGER:
This is the standard battery charger for the UP10000 with a line input of 120VAC @ 60Hz. The charging time is about 4 hours. (For
countries with 220 V/ 50 Hz, adaptors are available for the BCH 10L.)
BCH-WTG BATTERY CHARGER:
This is the standard battery charger for all Warble Tone Generators that are used with the UP10000. The line input is 120 VAC @
60Hz and the charging time is about 4 hours. (For countries with 220V/50Hz, the BCH-102 is considered a “Standard Accessory”.)
LRM-9/10:
A cone shaped scanning module that increases the detection distance above standard scanning modules. The LRM-9 is ideal for high
voltage inspection and for locating leaks at great distances.
RAS/RAM-MT REMOTE MAGNETIC TRANSDUCER
The RAS/RAM- MT is a magnetically mountable contact probe with cable. The probe is applied to a test surface and the RAM
(Remote Access Module) is plugged into the front end of the Ultraprobe.
B. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
CFM-9/10:
A scanning module used for close proximity leak detection in pressure and vacuum systems.
UWC-9/10:
The UWC-9/10, Ultrasonic Waveform Concentrator, doubles the detection distance. The UWC-9/10 is great for corona, tracking and
arc detection at safe distances. Includes carrying case
DHC-2:
Headphone headset is for Standard Applications that do not require the use of a hard hat
TFSM: Telescoping Flexible Scanning Module: A flexible scanning probe that is bent to accommodate odd scanning angles. The
telescoping action helps scan hard to reach areas.
TFCM: Telescoping Flexible Stethoscope (Contact) Module: A flexible contact probe for structure borne inspection that is bent to
accommodate odd test angles. The telescoping action helps get to hard to reach areas.
UFMTG-1991:
The UFMTG 1991 is a multi directional warble tone generator. It has a high power output with a circular transmission pattern of
360.
WTG-2SP WARBLE PIPE THREADED TONE GENERATOR:
A Warble Tone Generator that is used in test conditions where it is not possible to physically place the standard WTG-1 Warble Tone
Generator, such as in pipes or in certain heat exchangers or tanks. Features: 1” NPT male threaded nipple with adapters for ¾” and ½”
female nipple with a 10 turn amplitude adjustment dial. Metric adapters available.

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UE-POD:
Battery Recharge Pod docking station for charging Ultraprobe Batteries (Lithium Ion only). This optional pod will charge a battery
that has been removed from the Ultraprobe 10,000 and is also used to charge extra batteries.
BCH-WTG2:
This is an optional battery charger for use with all Warble Tone Generators. The line input is 220 VAC @ 50Hz and the charging
time is about 8 hours.
HTS-10:
Holster set for the UP10000. Includes a utility belt and two holsters, one for the UP10000 and one extra module and rubber focusing
probe; the other for accessories.
LLA:
Liquid Leak Amplifier case. It holds 12 8 oz. Bottles of Liquid Leak Amplifier (For Ultrasonic Bubble Testing).
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4. OVERVIEW
A. PISTOL-GRIP HOUSING
DISPLAY PANEL:
In the Operation Mode the Display Panel will show inspection parameters such as intensity levels (as dB and as a bar graph),
Frequency, Battery Level, Sensitivity Level, Sensitivity Value, “Display Mode” and Function Select Field. Intensity levels are shown
simultaneously as a numeric dB value and on a sixteen segmented bar graph (with each segment representing 3 dB). The Frequency is
adjustable from 20 kHz to 100 kHz. These represent the range of frequency selection capable with the Ultraprobe. The most common
frequency used for general leak detection or electrical inspection is 40 kHz. These frequencies may be "tuned in" when performing
inspections with any of the Ultraprobe’s plug-in modules. The Display Mode indicates the operation mode of the instrument. This is
indicated on the display panel as RT for Real Time,PH for Peak Hold,SS for Snap Shot, or RTO for Real Time “Offset”,PHO for
Peak Hold “Offset” and SSO for Snap Shot “Offset”. (For additional information about Offset see dB Scale Select in the Set Up
Mode Section.
TRIGGER ON/OFF TRIGGER SWITCH:
The Ultraprobe is always "off' until the trigger switch is pressed. To operate, press the trigger. To turn the instrument off, release the
trigger. The time it takes for the instrument to turn off after release of the trigger can be set in the Set Turn Off Time mode described
later. NOTE: To save the battery charge, if the instrument is set in the “Trigger Shut Off Mode (set up 17), it will automatically turn
off after approximately 5 minutes.
I/O PORT:
This is the RS232 port for upload/download information transfer, including heterodyned sound output. Align the pins from the cable
and plug in. Note: before downloading data be sure the cable is connected to both the I/O port and to the computer or other hardware
(vibration analyzer, tape recorder, etc.). This connection may also be used for sound recording, vibration analyzer and notebook
computer download. In this manner, the sounds, as they are recorded, can be simultaneously listened to through the headphones.
Sensitivity Control Dial Yellow Enter Button
Display Panel
I/O CONNECTOR DIAGRAM
Pin 1 – N/A
Pin 2 - RX
Pin 3 - TX
Pin 4 - DTR
Pin 5 - GND
Pin 6 – N/A
Pin 7 - RTS
Pin 8 - CTS
Pin 9 – N/A

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LINE INPUT:
This Input is designed to receive signals from other instruments such as Temperature readings from infrared thermometers. The
Instrument will display the readings on the Display Panel.
QUICK CHANGE BATTERY:
To insert the battery, align the battery with the handle (arrow pointing towards the trigger) and push in until the clips snap in place.
To remove the battery, push firmly on the battery clips with the fingers of one hand while holding your other hand under the handle
to catch the released battery.
BATTERY:
This Ultraprobe uses a lithium ion battery with no memory problems. A full charge will take about 4 hours, however you may charge
the unit at any time for short intervals or for a longer period. If it is kept on charge over 4 hours, there will be no harm to the battery.
NOTE: When the effective battery charge is used up the instrument shuts down and a message to recharge the battery will be
displayed in the display panel.
WRIST STRAP:
To protect the instrument, against being dropped accidentally, use the wrist strap.
SENSITIVITY CONTROL DIAL:
This is one of the most important controls in the unit. In the operation mode it can be used to adjust the sensitivity. When clicked or
spun, it can be used to scroll around the screen or to select operation categories or change frequency. In the Set Up Mode it moves the
cursor and by clicking sets notations.
YELLOW ENTER BUTTON:
This yellow button is used to enter and exit the various operations such as set up mode, text editor, store data or record WAV files.
HEAD SET JACK:
This is where you plug in the headset. Be sure to plug it in firmly until it clicks. This can also be used as an output for a vibration
analyzer or notebook computer when used with a proper miniphone to BNC connector.
RECHARGE JACK :
This Jack receives the plug from the recharger. The recharger is designed to plug into a standard electrical receptacle.
LINE INPUT JACK:
This jack is provided to connect other instrument outputs to the Ultraprobe 10000.
Recharge Jack
Line In
I/O Port
Battery
Battery Clip