EPOCH 600

Training Presentation

I t Instrument t Introduction I t d ti
Olympus NDT is proud to introduce the latest innovation in the portable flaw detector line:

EPOCH 600

EPOCH 600 Overview O i

The EPOCH 600 provides a powerful combination of performance and economy as a class class-leading leading mid range flaw detector:

Proven EPOCH 100% digital technology Vivid, transflective VGA display IP66 or IP67 rating ti EN12668-1 compliant Horizontal layout with intuitive EPOCH user interface

EPOCH 600 Configurations C fi ti

The EPOCH 600 allows multiple configurations for all user preferences:

BNC or LEMO 1 transducer connectors Optional Analog Output English Japanese English, Japanese, Chinese or Symbolic keypad overlays

Pulser/Receiver Functions

P l Pulser P Performance f
EPOCH 600 Pulser Features:

PerfectSquare Tunable Square Wave Pulser Technology: standard Pulser energy selection of 100V, 100V 200V 200V, 300V or 400V Auto or Manual PRF adjustment from 10Hz to 2000Hz: standard Single-Shot Measurement Architecture: The EPOCH 600 Series maintains the high standard set by the EPOCH XT, providing measurement rate equivalent q to PRF rate at all PRF settings g Pulser Design designed for compliance to EN12668-1

R Receiver i P Performance f
EPOCH 600 Receiver Features:

Digital Di it l high hi h dynamic d i range receiver i Gain adjustment over full 110dB range while frozen Gate adjustment with digital measurements while frozen High Hi h d dynamic i range f for DAC/TVG and d DGS/AVG Eight digital receiver filter settings, EN12668-1 compliant 0.2 0 2 10 MH MHz 0.2 0 2 1.2 1 2 MH MHz 2.0 21.5 MHz 1.5 8.5 MHz 8.0 26.5 MHz 5 15 MHz 0.5 0 5 4.0 4 0 MH MHz DC 10 MHz Analog Output: optional Programmable 1V or 10V scaled output for f amplitude or thickness measurements

G t Settings Gate S tti

Gate 1 and Gate 2 Independent Measurements Gates: standard Echo-to-Echo Measurement with Gate 2 Tracking: standard Independent Gate Alarms
Positive, Negative, MinDepth Audible and Visual Alarm on LEDs 1&2 Alarm output from 9-pin D-sub connector on back of unit
Gate 1 = Pin 8, Gate 2 = Pin 9

S Special i lW Waveform f M Modes d

The EPOCH 600 provides multiple methods of displaying acquired Ascans to ensure the information displayed always represents the most important and relevant data for the inspection. The methods included are:
Composite A-scan Max Amplitude Min Thickness Averaged A-scan

S Special i lW Waveform f M Modes d ( (cont.) t)

To Access the Special Waveform Modes:

1 In the Display Setup menu 1. menu, press [F2] Meas Setup 2. Press [P6] to enter the Special menu 3 Use 3. U th the k knob, b arrows, or th the P Pkeys to change the A-Scan Mode 4. Press the [NEXT GROUP] key 5. Use the knob, , arrows, , or the Pkeys to change Averaging 6. Press the [ESC] key to return to the main screen

C Composite it A A-Scan S M Mode d

Composite A-scan Standard display mode from the EPOCH XT, this feature displays all A-scans A scans acquired in between screen update rates (multiple A-scans when PRF > 60Hz) and overlays them together on the screen.
Even at high g PRF, , the operator p will not miss a single g indication! Can create enveloping effect with fast scanning

Screen Updates

Individual A-scans acquired at PRF

Information Displayed Composite A-scan Mode

M i Maximum A Amplitude lit d A A-Scan S M Mode d

Max Amplitude Analyzes acquired A-scans between display updates and displays only the A-scan A scan with the highest gated amplitude reading.
Cleans up signal noise in applications where highest amplitude readings are the key factor for inspection. Does not display all acquired A-scans

Screen Updates

Individual A-scans acquired at PRF

Maximum Amplitude A-scan

Maximum Amplitude A-scan

Information Displayed Max Amplitude Mode

Mi i Minimum Thi Thickness k A A-Scan S Mode M d

Min Thickness Analyzes acquired A-scans between display updates and displays only the A-scan A scan with the minimum thickness reading.
Cleans up signal noise ratio for more precise thickness measurements when minimum thickness is the key factor for inspection. Does not display p y all acquired q A-scans

Screen Updates

Individual A-scans acquired at PRF

Minimum Thickness A-scan

Minimum Thickness A-scan

Information Displayed Min Thickness Mode

AS A-Scan Averaging A i

Averaged A-scan New functionality allows the operator to view an average of acquired A-scans.
The user can select the precision of the averaging, choosing between 2X, 4X, 8X, 16X, or 32X averaging to remove spurious noise signals from the A-Scan while maintaining relevant signals.

16X Averaging

Note: At higher averaging rates, the screen update rate may be less than 60Hz (depending on the PRF value).

Averaging Off

EPOCH 600 Performance P f Features: F t Summary S

The EPOCH 600 maintains the performance of current generation EPOCH flaw detectors in a highly portable package:

Standard square wave pulser with PerfectSquare technology Digital receiver filters for excellent signal to noise ratio Digital g high g dynamic y range g receiver for unmatched signal g stability y EN12668-1 compliance Single shot waveform acquisitions up to 2000 Hz PRF Composite, Max Amplitude and Min Thickness A-Scan Display Modes Waveform Averaging Standard software features including:
Dynamic DAC/TVG O b d DGS/AVG Onboard Curved Surface Correction Auto or Manual PRF Adjustment Gate 2 Tracking and Echo to Echo Measurements

Optional software features including:

AWS D1.1/D1.5 Rating Template Storage API 5UE Waveform Averaging E Expanded d dD Data t L Logger

PHYSICAL FEATURES

I Improved d Display Di l Quality Q lit

The EPOCH 600 features a new, high quality display

Full VGA resolution (640 x 480 pixels) Vibrant, bright colors Transflective for excellent outdoor visibility Low power consumption to improve overall battery life

N New E Enclosure l D Design i

The EPOCH 600 features a brand new design on a traditional concept
New, Sleek Design New color scheme Keypad yp updated p with contemporary p y style and feel Horizontal Layout Optimizes O ti i A-scan A viewing i i area Intuitive push-button navigation Broad market appeal Size and Weight 1.68 kg (3.72 lbs) 236 mm x 167 mm x 70 mm (9.3 in x 6.57 in x 2.76 in) Over 50% lighter and 40% smaller by volume than the EPOCH 1000!

K b or N Knob Navigation i ti P Pad d

The EPOCH 600 is available with either an adjustment knob or navigation pad to meet the preference of any user!

C ti Continuous-Position P iti St Stand d

The pipe stand for the EPOCH 600 utilizes a brand new design:

Friction hinges for continuous positioning from 0 to 180 Recessed instrument housing to hide closed stand 90 bend for improved stability with minimized opened dimension

E i Environmental t l St Standards d d
Environmental Standards

IP Rated:
IP66 (knob configuration) IP67 (navigation ( g pad configuration)

MIL-STD-810F
Explosive Atmosphere Drop Test Storage and Operating Temperatures

Shock and Vibration tested to IEC 60068

I Inputs t and d Outputs: O t t Office Offi Door D

The EPOCH 600 has several data input and output capabilities.

USB On-the-GO (OTG)

PC communication Direct printing to PCL 5 USB printers

Micro SD card
2GB external (removable) 2GB internal (data retrieval even if instrument is damaged)

I Inputs t and d Outputs: O t t Back B k of f Instrument I t t

The EPOCH 600 has several data input and output capabilities.
Analog Out

VGA Output
15-pin connector

Combination RS232 and Alarm Output

9-pin connector

Analog Output (Optional)

Single 0-1V or 0-10V Analog O t t signal Output i l

INSTRUMENT ACCESSORIES

I l d dD Included Documentation t ti
The EPOCH 600 offers three forms of standard reference documentation:

Quick Start Guide

New document offered for EPOCH flaw detector line Provides P id essential ti l overview i t topics i such h as:
Whats in the box? Power and charging options User interface overview Reference guide to flags and symbols

Folds out to reveal poster-size guide to the front panel of the instrument Intended to p provide enough g information for a seasoned flaw detector user to begin daily functions

I l d dD Included Documentation t ti
The EPOCH 600 offers three forms of standard reference documentation:

Basic Operation Manual

Concise operators guide for all major functions (30-40 pages) Printed P i t d version i i included l d d with ith every i instrument t t Translations available in three configurations:
English, Spanish, French English, English German German, Italian English, Japanese, Chinese

Full Operation Manual

Detailed and comprehensive operation manual Includes Basic Operation Manual as first section Included with every instrument as PDF file on a CD All available translations are included with every instrument

T Transport t Case C and d Input I t and d Output O t t Cables C bl

USB OTG Cables

Cable for PC Communication (Type: Mini AB to A)
EPLTC-C-USB-A-6 EPLTC C USB A 6 (U8840031)

Cable for Printing (Type: Mini AB to B)

EPLTC-C-USB-B-6 (U8840033)

VGA Output Cable

600-C-VGA-5 (U8780298)

Alarm Output Cable

EP1000-C-9OUT-6 (U8779017)

Transport Case Blow Molded to Accommodate

RS232 Cable
600-C-RS232-5 600 C RS232 5 (U8780299)

Instrument Transducers Small cables and accessories Operators Manual Instrument Charger

Included in Instrument Price Part Number: 600-TC-S (U8780294)

B tt i and Batteries dB Battery tt Chargers Ch

Standard Lithium Ion smart battery

Part Number: 600 600-BAT-L BAT L (U8760056) One (1) included with each instrument Estimated Battery life (Standard Settings): 12-13 hours May be charged inside instrument instrument. Recharge time estimated 2-3 hours

Standard AC-DC charger adapter

Part Number: EP-MCA EP MCA (U8 varies based on power cord selected) Same as charger/adapter used for all current EPOCH models and new 38DLPLUS corrosion gage

AA Alkaline Battery Tray

Accommodates 8 AA size alkaline batteries for back-up remote power Up to 3 hours of battery life Part Number: 600-BAT-AA (U8780295)

B tt Battery Installation I t ll ti

E t External lB Battery tt Charger Ch

Optional external battery charger Part Number: EPXT-EC (U8 varies based on power cord selected) Same as external charger used for EPOCH 1000 Series, EPOCH XT, EPOCH LTC Recharge time 2-3 hours Includes battery calibration feature to restore batteries to near-original capacity p y

C Compatible tibl A Accessories i

Other compatible accessories include:

Micro SD Memory Card (Replacement)

Part Number: MICROSD-ADP-2GB (U8779307) Includes Micro to standard SD adapter p

Chest Harness
Part Number: EP4/CH (U8140055) ( )

Display Protectors
Part Number: 600-DP (U8780297)

Replacement Pipe Stand Kit

Part Number: 600-STAND (U8780296) Include pipe stand, hinges, mounting brackets and screws

OPERATION AND USER INTERFACE

I t Instrument t Layout L t

The overall layout of the EPOCH 600 is similar to that of the EPOCH 1000 Series.
Horizontal (landscape) design is a more basic version of EP1000 user interface Keypad yp has fewer direct access keys y than the EPOCH 1000 and therefore has a more menu-driven approach (similar to the EPOCH LTC)

I t Instrument t Layout L t

The EPOCH 600 employs a unique combination of controls and navigation features to produce an intuitive and simple user interface.
Simple menu system with minimal sub-menus Basic navigation using the keypad Direct access keys for frequently used functions Parameter adjustment using the knob (or arrow keys)

I t Instrument t Layout L t

The display is laid out to optimize A-scan presentation while providing clearly visible measurements, menus, and parameter labels Calibration/Setup parameters are accessed through the different menus on the unit When inspecting, the most frequently used keys/functions are directly accessible from keypad (Gates (Gates, Range Range, Auto Auto-XX XX etc)

I t Instrument t Layout L t

In order to accommodate different user needs and preferences, the EPOCH 600 is available in two hardware configurations:
Adjustment knob (similar to EP1000 Series) Navigation pad with arrows ( (similar to EPXT and EPLTC C units) )

Both unit configurations have the same software user interface but use different methods of parameter adjustment (knob and arrows)

G General lO Overview i
Alarm LEDs

Knob Lock

Power Status LED

Adjustment Knob

Function Keys Direct Access Keys

Parameter Keys A-Scan Waveform

U User I Interface t f

Menu Groups

Micro SD Card Indicator Battery Indicator Group Menu G Number Menu Parameters (Adjustable)

U User I Interface t f
Up to Five Measurement Boxes Gain Indicator

Range and Direct Access Parameter Box

A-scan Measurement Gate 1

A-scan Measurement Gate 2

I t Instrument t Navigation N i ti

F Group Keys
Vertical F keys activate the corresponding Group menu

P Parameter Keys
Horizontal P keys highlight the parameter above for adjustment p j Horizontal P keys activate/open the parameter function/menu above

U User I Interface t f

Standard Group Menus

I t Instrument t Navigation N i ti

Next Group Key

Used to scroll through group menus
Allows for quick and easy access to all the different ti menu group f functions

Used to navigate through parameters in a menu

I t tN i ti Instrument Navigation

Direct Access Keys

Direct access keys y are located on the left side of the keypad Allow direct control over commonly adjusted parameters, including
Gate Position Screen Range Gain Level Peak Memory Auto-XX% Save

The Navigation pad is similar to previous EPOCH units (1000 Series, XT, LTC) to provide easy transitions within the EPOCH product line
EPOCH 600 Knob EPOCH 600 Navigation Pad

I t Instrument t Navigation N i ti

Auto-XX% Key
Automatically adjusts gated signal amplitude to XX% of Full Screen Height for maximum flaw inspection efficiency Allows direct access to automatic gain adjustment of gated signal, even when Gate parameter adjustment is not active
User no longer has to use Gate menu to access Auto-XX%

Applies to active Gate or last active Gate

I t Instrument t Navigation N i ti

Check and Escape Keys

The EPOCH 600 features Check and Escape keys (as on the EPOCH 1000 Series) The CHECK key y performs p the following g functions:
Toggle between coarse and fine parameter adjustment (Knob version only) Confirms actions in the data logger

I t Instrument t Navigation N i ti

Check and Escape Keys (cont.)

The ESCAPE key performs the following functions:
Exits menus Returns to the Home position from any menu (top of Basic menu)

I t Instrument t Navigation N i ti

Direct Parameter Escape

Returns to previous menu from any direct access parameter Both the NEXT GROUP and ESCAPE keys perform this function

DAC/TVG Menu

GATES key pressed

ESC or NEXT GROUP returns to DAC/TVG Menu

I t Instrument t Navigation N i ti

LED Indicator Lights

The EPOCH 600 p provides one p power and three alarm indicator lights g located on the front panel above the display window
The alarm indicators illuminate in red when the corresponding date alarm is triggered The power indicator illuminates in red when the internal battery is charging, and in green when the battery g y is fully y charged g

Gate 1 Alarm Indicator

Power Indicator Gate 2 Alarm Indicator

I t tN i ti Instrument Navigation

Adjustment Knob
The adjustment knob on the EPOCH 600, is responsible for parameter adjustment and value slewing. Allows the user to adjust values such as angle, range, gain, velocity, etc, up and down in either coarse or fine increments.

I t Instrument t Navigation N i ti

Knob Lock
The user has the ability to lock the knob to prevent accidental parameter value changes during an inspection.
When the LOCK key is pressed, an indicator will show on the top of the screen All parameters will be locked for adjustment, indicated by a strikeout line through the parameter text
LOCK Indicator Locked Parameter

LOCK Key

I t Instrument t Navigation N i ti

Arrow Keys
The arrow keys on the navigation pad perform the same functions as the knob and are used for parameter adjustment dj t t Adjust the value of a selected parameter
UP/DOWN arrows provide coarse adjustment while the LEFT/RIGHT arrows provide fine adjustment

E Enter t alphanumeric l h i characters h t for datalogging

I t Instrument t Navigation N i ti

Coarse and Fine Adjustment

Coarse and Fine adjustment are available for most adjustable parameters on the EPOCH 600. Knob Version
Once a parameter is highlighted for adjustment, the user can toggle between Coarse and Fine adjustment of the parameter using the key.

If the parameter title is [bracketed] it is being adjusted in coarse steps. If the parameter title is not bracketed, bracketed it is being adjusted in fine steps

Navigation Pad Version

Once a parameter is highlighted for adjustment

Coarse Adjustment

Double UP and DOWN arrows provide coarse adjustment Single LEFT and RIGHT arrows provide fine adjustment

Fine Adjustment

I t Instrument t Navigation N i ti

Parameter Menu Navigation

Next Group p key y allows navigation through entire menu In some menus, knob or left/right arrows adjusts item between preset values values, such as grid display modes In other menus, knob or left/right arrows adjusts numeric value of highlighted item Preset values for a given parameter are available for p direct access over P parameter keys at bottom of screen

TROUBLESHOOTING

T bl h ti T Troubleshooting Techniques h i

Instrument Resets
The EPOCH 1000 Series has several instrument resets built into the software ft
Location: In the Files menu, press [F2] for Manage, then select [P4] for Reset Corrects symptoms:
Parameter

cannot be adjusted Function/parameter seems to be missing Instrument is operational but acting funny

Resets include:
Master clears data logger, restores default parameters Measurement maintains data logger, restores default parameters

STRAIGHT BEAM CALIBRATION

R Required i d It Items

Transducer
A109S-RM

Cable
BCM-74-6

Test Block
2214E (5 (5-step step 0 0.1 1-0 0.5in) 5in)

Couplant
B2 B-2

I iti l S Initial Settings tti

First the user must set the parameters on the unit so that the correct waveforms will show on screen.
Basic Menu [P1] Velocity- 0.2320 in/s (long. wave in steel) [P2] Zero- 0.000s [P3] Range 1.000 in Pulser Menu [P1] PRF Mode- Auto [P3] Energy- 100V [P4] Damping- 50 [ [P5] ] Mode- P/E (p (pulse-echo) ) [P6] Pulser- Square [P7] Frequency- 5MHz Receiver Menu [P1] Filter- 1.5 8.5 MHz [P2] Rectification- Full

Z Zero Calibration C lib ti

1. Set the Gain to 12.0dB 2. Couple the transducer to the 0.200 in step 3. Set Gate 1 so that it surrounds the first backwall echo from the 0.200 in step 4. Use Auto-XX Auto XX to adjust the gain so that the signal is at 80% FSH

Z Zero Calibration C lib ti ( (cont.) t)

5. In the Basic menu, press [F5] Auto Cal to bring up the Calibration parameters Press [P1] and set the Type to Thickness
(If more than just Gate 1 is active you will have other options for Type)

6.

7. 8.

Press [ [P3] ] for CAL Zero Use the adjustment knob (or arrow keys) to set the Cal Zero parameter to 0 0.200 200 Press [P3] to Continue on to the velocity calibration

9.

V l it C Velocity Calibration lib ti

1. Couple the transducer to the 0.500 in step 2. Set Gate 1 so that it surrounds the first backwall echo from the 0.500 in step 3. Use Auto-XX to adjust the gain so that the signal is at 80% FSH

Note that the previously entered value is displayed for reference during part 2 of calibration.

V l it C Velocity Calibration lib ti ( (cont.) t)

4. 5. Press [P2] for CAL Velocity Use the adjustment knob (or arrow keys) to set the Cal y parameter p to 0.500 Velocity Press [P2] to select Done and complete the calibration Adjust the Range back to the starting value of 1.000 in

6.

7.

C lib ti C Calibration Complete! l t !

Verify that your unit is properly calibrated by checking the thickness measurement at each step p on the block.
NOTE: Make sure to move the gate so it surrounds the first backwall echo for each step you are on.

ANGLE BEAM CALIBRATION

R Required i d It Items

Materials:

TRANSDUCER + WEDGE
A431S-SM ABWS-6-45

CABLE
LCB-74-6

COUPLANT
B-2

TEST BLOCK
TB7541-1

C lib ti St Calibration Steps

4 Steps for an Angle Beam Calibration

1. Locate the Beam Index Point (BIP) of the Probe. 2 Verify the Refracted Angle 2. 3. Calibrate for Distance (Using the Auto-Cal Feature) 4. Calibrate for Sensitivity

I iti l S Initial Settings tti

First the user must set the parameters on the unit so that the correct waveforms will show on screen screen.
Basic Menu [P1] Velocity- 0.1280 in/s (shear wave in steel) [P2] ZeroZero 0.000s 0 000s [P3] Range 10.000 in Pulser Menu [P1] PRF Mode- Auto [P3] Energy- 200V [P4] Damping Damping- 50 [P5] Mode- P/E (pulse-echo) [P6] Pulser- Square [P7] Frequency Frequency- 5MHz

Receiver Menu
Filter- Standard [P2] Rectification-Full
[P1]

T i Menu Trig M
[P1] Angle-

45.0

L Locating ti th the B Beam I Index d P Point i t

1. Align the wedge with the zero mark on the IIW Type I Block

Step 1/4 /

2. Move the transducer forward and backward until the echo amplitude from the 4 arc is peaked (The Peak Memory function can be used for this by pressing [PEAK MEM])

3. After the signal has been peaked, mark on the wedge directly over the zero mark on the IIW. This is the B Beam Index I d P Point. i t

V if i th Verifying the R Refracted f t dA Angle l

1. Position the transducer over the appropriate angle mark on the IIW Block (In this case it is the 45 deg located on the bottom side of the block). 2. Move the transducer forward and backward to peak up echo from the large circular hole in the block. Peak Memory aids in this process by pressing [PEAK MEM].

Step 2/4 /

V if i th Verifying the R Refracted f t dA Angle l ( (cont.) t)

Step 2/4 /

3. After the signal is peaked, hold the transducer stationary. The Beam Index Point on the wedge will be located above an angle marker on the IIW block.

This Thi is i th the REFRACTED ANGLE (B (Beta) t )f for th the t transducer d and d wedge. d
4. If the Beta Value differs from the one initially entered, enter the proper angle under the Trig menu by pressing [P1] Angle

C lib ti f Calibrating for Di Distance t

1.

Step 3/ 3/4

Couple the transducer to the IIW Block so that the Beam Index Point is directly over the 0 degree mark.

C lib ti f Calibrating for Di Distance t ( (cont.) t)

3. Position Gate 1 over the 4 in. reference echo and use Auto-XX to adjust to 80% screen height. h i h 4. In the Basic menu, press [F5] Auto Cal to bring up the Calibration parameters 5. Press [P1] and set the CAL Mode to Soundpath
(If more than just Gate 1 is active you will have other options for CAL Mode)

Step 3/ 3/4

6. Press [P3] for CAL Zero 7 Use the adjustment knob (or arrow keys) 7. to set the Cal Zero parameter to 4.000in 8. Press [P3] to Continue on to the velocity calibration

C lib ti f Calibrating for Di Distance t ( (cont.) t)

Without moving the probe, position gate over the 9 reflection echo. You may have to increase the Gain first in order to see the 9 in. echo 10. Use the Auto XX% % feature to bring g the 9 reflection to the desired screen height 9. 4 1

Step 3/ 3/4

C lib ti f Calibrating for Di Distance t ( (cont.) t)

11. Press [P2] for CAL Velocity 12 Use 12. U th the adjustment dj t tk knob b( (or arrow k keys) ) to set the Cal Velocity parameter to 9.000 13 Press [P2] to select Done and 13. complete the calibration 14. Adjust the Range back to the starting value of 10 10.000 000 in

Step 3/ 3/4

C lib ti f Calibrating for S Sensitivity iti it

1. Flip the IIW block over and face the transducer toward the 0.060 in. side drilled hole hole. 2. Set the Range to 2.000in 3 P 3. Peak k up the th echo h from f the th side id drilled d ill d hole to 80% screen height.
The Peak Memory function can be used for this by yp pressing g[ [PEAK MEM] ]
0.060 side drilled hole

Step 4/4 /

4. Press [2nd F], [dB] (REF dB) to lock in the instruments Reference Gain and enable the Scanning Gain function function. 5. The Shear Wave Calibration is now complete.

DATA LOGGER

D t L Data Logger
The EPOCH 600 Data Logger is managed in a separate file menu similar to the EPOCH 1000 Series. This menu is accessed by scrolling to menu 5 and d selecting l ti [F1] for f File Fil

D t L Data Logger Fil File T Types

The standard Data Logger has two file types:

Incremental Files (INC): Name the file and give the instrument a starting ID. As the operator saves the ID will increment automatically. Calibration Files (CAL): These files store only one ID.

There is an Expanded Data Logger option available that provides corrosion style data logger file types
These file types include: Sequential, 2D 2D-Grid, Grid, Boiler, etc The part number for this option is EP600-XDATA (U8140150)

D t L Data Logger St Storage

Data Logger Storage

2 GB of onboard memory y (practically (p y unlimited) ) Onboard memory captured on Micro SD card mounted to PCB. In the event of damage to the instrument, data logger contents can be rescued by removing card from PCB at an authorized service location.

Default Incremental File NONAME00

The EPOCH 600 has a default incremental file called NONAME00. This allows the operator to begin storing data immediately on power-up. The filename can be changed later for reporting purposes.

C t M Create Menu
The operator uses the Create menu to setup and create new files. The [NEXT GROUP] key is used to move between fields. To create a file:
1. Select the file type yp ( (INC or CAL) ) 2. Enter the file name 3. Enter a Description, Inspector ID, and Location note if desired 4. Enter an ID prefix if desired (INC files only) 5. Enter the Start ID (INC files only) 6. In the Create field, choose one of the create options shown above the P-keys

NOTE: Fields that are required for file creation are marked with an *.

Vi t l K Virtual Keypad d
To enter alphanumeric characters on the EPOCH 600, the [P1] Edit key is pressed to bring up the virtual keypad.
the knob or arrow keys, the user selects the character they want to type. Press [F5] INS to Insert the selected character into the highlighted field Use [ [F1] ] << and [ [F2] ] >> to scroll through the typed characters in the selected field Press [F4] DEL to Delete the selected l t d character h t Press [F1] Edit again to turn off the virtual keypad, or press [NEXT GROUP] to move to the next field
Using

Fil C File Creation ti Sh Shortcuts t t

When creating a file, the user must select one of three options listed above the P-keys:
[P1] = Create [P2] = Create & Open [P3] = Create & Save
Create:

This will simply create the file and return the user to the main screen. The user must then open the file prior to saving data.
Create

& Open:

This will create the file, open it, and return the user to the live screen to begin saving data. Typically used for data files.
Create

& Save:

This will create the file and save the current instrument setup. Typically used for CAL files.

O Open Menu M
The operator uses the Open menu for multiple functions including opening previously p y created files. The following g slides describe the menu functions.

O Open Menu M (cont.) ( t)

[P1]

Details

Allows the operator p to view information about the file including Description, Inspector ID, Location Note, Creation Date, and Total ID Count.
[P2]

Open

Opens the selected file and returns the operator to the live screen. This does NOT recall any instrument setup parameters. This function only makes the opened file the current save-to location.

O M ( t) Open Menu (cont.)

[P3] Contents
Displays p y the waveform, , measurements, and setup parameters for the selected file. For INC files, he user can select which specific p ID they y want to view. Setup p data can also be viewed and recalled from this screen. Pressing [P1] will toggle between the stored waveform and setup parameters.

O Open Menu M (cont.) ( t)

[P4] Summary Displays p y a list of all the saved measurements for all the IDs in the file. The user can also view a statistical report of the measurements in the file. [P5] Export Exports all measurement and setup data to the Micro SD card in a .csv format (can be opened in Excel). Note that the saved waveforms are not exported.

S i D Saving Data t t to a File Fil

The operator can save data whenever there is an active file and an ID has been entered.
The NONAME00 file is automatically created on every EP600 unit to ensure that there is always an active save to location open.)

To save data into a file, press [2nd F] [FREEZE] (SAVE).

If you are saving data to an incremental file, the ID will automatically increment to the next ID after saving. g

When you save, the EP600 saves the following information:

File Name ID Measurements (up to 5) A-Scan waveform All instrument setup parameters Alarm information Any display flags Gate positions Gate measurement mode icons Leg g indicators for both g gates Peak memory or peak hold A-Scans Software features/option setups

R Recalling lli I Instrument t tS Setups t

The user can recall a stored setup from the Contents screen (INC and CAL files) or using the Quick Recall feature (CAL files only).
In the Contents screen, select the ID with the setup to be recalled, and press [P2] Recall. For For Calibration files, simply press [P4] Quick Recall from the datalogger menu. A list of CAL files in the instrument will be displayed. Then press [P1] [ ] to Recall the selected CAL file and return to the live screen.

SOFTWARE OPTIONS AND FEATURES

Software Feature
Dynamic y DAC/TVG

D Dynamic i DAC/TVG
The EPOCH 600 includes DAC and TVG capabilities as a standard feature. feature The EPOCH 600 includes the following standard DAC/TVG modes:

ASME ASME-3 JIS Custom

D Dynamic i DAC/TVG Setup S t

The first step in setting up DAC/TVG is to calibrate the instrument for the intended material, inspection range and general sensitivity. This includes:

Appropriate pp p Pulser and Receiver adjustments j ( (filters, , energy, gy, square q wave pulser, etc) Calibration for probe delay (zero offset) and material velocity Appropriate screen range selection Gain adjustment to bring first reference echo to 80% full screen height

D i DAC/TVG S t Dynamic Setup

Properly Calibrated EPOCH 600

DAC/TVG Option O ti Activation A ti ti

To Activate the DAC/TVG Option:
1 In the DAC/TVG menu press [F1] 1. DAC/TVG 2. Press [P7] to enter the Setup screen 3. Use the adjustment knob, arrow keys, or P-keys to select the desired DAC/TVG mode 4. Press the [ESC] key to return to the main screen

DAC/TVG Reference R f Correct C t

Reference Correction: While inspecting using DAC/TVG, it is common to digitally compare the height of a reflector to the height of the curve. It is also common to use scanning gain i while hil i inspecting i f for d defects. f S Scanning i gain i i increases the h h height i h of f the h echo h without ih changing the level of the curve. An echo compared p to a curve ( (in % or dB) ) while using g scanning gg gain will not y yield a true digital comparison. Reference Correction automatically removes scanning gain from the digital comparison only to allow the inspector to scan with scanning gain while still making a correct digital comparison between the echo and the curve.

Use the REF CORRECT control box to turn Reference Correction ON or OFF

A Acquiring i i DAC P Points i t

Building a DAC curve on the EPOCH 600 is fast and accurate!

Capture the reference reflector Press [ [P1] ] to Add this reflector as a DAC point Move GATE1 to capture the next reference f reflector f Repeat until curve is built Press [P3] Done to finish

DAC/TVG Adjustments Adj t t

While building a DAC curve, the EPOCH 600 allows the operator to adjust signal height of each reference reflector using the AUTO-XX% feature. Using AUTO-XX% to acquire each point increases the accuracy of the curve, especially in longer sound paths or attenuating materials.
The operator can access AUTO-XX% by pressing [2nd F] [GATES]

DAC/TVG Adjustments Adj t t

While building a DAC curve, the operator can make adjustments to the following gage parameters:
RANGE SCREEN DELAY GAIN ANGLE PART THICKNESS OUTER DIAMETER (CSC)

Live Range Adjustment

DAC/TVG Adjustments Adj t t

While building a DAC curve, the operator can delete a point that is acquired incorrectly by pressing [P2] Delete.

Wrong Point Acquired

DELETE to Remove

DAC/TVG Inspection I ti
After building or recalling a DAC/TVG curve, inspection adjustments can be made using the different parameters in DAC/TVG menu on the EPOCH 600.

These adjustments include:

DAC GAIN GAIN STEP CURVE NO VIEW

DAC/TVG Inspection I ti
DAC Gain adjustment either raises or lowers the gain of both the echo and the curve.

Since DAC codes require that any indication be sized above 20% full screen height, the usable range of a basic DAC curve is often limited. DAC Gain allows an operator to inspect indications that occur at longer sound paths in a material by simply adjusting the overall gain to bring the curve and indication higher than 20% FSH. Previously, multiple DAC setups would have to be built and stored to inspect the full range of a test piece. GAIN STEP defines the magnitude of the DAC GAIN adjustment

DAC/TVG Inspection I ti
Inspection with DAC at multiple depths/sound path distances:
DAC GAIN = 0.0 0 0 dB DAC GAIN = +12.0 +12 0 dB

Valid Inspection (Over 20% FSH)

Invalid Inspection p Area (Curve Under 20% FSH)

Valid Inspection (Over 20% FSH)

DAC/TVG Inspection I ti
CURVE NO adjustment changes the warning curve which defines the digital comparison being made between an indication and the DAC/TVG setup.

Warning Curves allow inspectors to more accurately size indications that are relatively larger or smaller than the main DAC curve. Typical warning curves are set at +/- 6.0dB from the main curve, as well as -14.0 dB (ASME-3). An echo below the main curve that exactly matches the height of a -6.0dB warning curve indicates a flaw the size of the reference reflector. e ecto

DAC/TVG I ti Inspection
VIEW adjustment toggles between the DAC curve view and TVG view.

TVG (Time Varied Gain) represents indications from the same sized reflector at varying depths within a material as a 80% FSH echoes by varying GAIN across the EPOCH 600 600s s screen range range. TVG allows faster flaw scanning by bringing potential defects to codecompliant sizing heights without constant adjustment of DAC GAIN. VIEW adjustment allows dynamic switching from DAC to TVG based on a single DAC setup, setup providing the power of both methods to an operator without extensive setup time.

DAC/TVG Custom C t

Various inspection codes exist in different markets that prescribe the use of DAC and/or TVG for flaw sizing. Within these codes, Warning Curve levels are often defined to meet the codes sizing requirements. Examples are:
ASME One DAC curve representing the reference reflector height ASME-3 Three DAC curves at Reference, -6.0dB and -14.0dB JIS Positive and Negative curves at every +/-3.0dB +/ 3 0dB

The EPOCH 600 features CUSTOM DAC/TVG Mode, which allows the operator to define up to 3 Warning Curves (in addition to the main Reference curve) from -24.0dB to +24.0dB from Reference.

DAC/TVG Custom C t
CUSTOM DAC/TVG Mode also allows the operator to define the Curve Type for these custom Warning Level curves:

POLYNOMIAL Connects the acquired reference points with a curved line which interpolates the attenuation of sound between each reference reflector (similar to ASME and ASME-3 code requirements). STRAIGHT Connects the acquired reference points with straight line segments (similar to the JIS code requirements).

Software Option
AWS S D1.1/D1.5

AWS D1.1/D1.5 D1 1/D1 5

The EPOCH 600 includes AWS weld rating software as an optional feature. The EPOCH 600 AWS software is intended to assist weld inspectors performing AWS-compliant inspections.

AWS D1.1/D1.5 D1 1/D1 5

The AWS code provides inspectors with a method to classify discontinuities found in welds using ultrasonic inspection. This code uses the following formula to develop an indication rating i f for a reflector fl found f d during d i an i inspection: i

ABC=D
A = Discontinuity Indication Level (dB) B = Reference Indication Level (dB) C = Attenuation Factor: 2 x (soundpath in inches 1 inch) (dB) D = Indication Rating (dB)

An AWS D1.1 inspector must take the Indication Rating (D) that is calculated based on A, B, and C to an Ultrasonic Acceptance Rejection Criteria table produced by the AWS in order to classify the severity of the discontinuity that has been located.

AWS Setup S t
The first step in using the AWS weld rating software is to calibrate the instrument for the intended material, inspection p range g and g general sensitivity. y This includes:

Appropriate Pulser and Receiver adjustments (filters, energy, square wave pulser, etc) Verification of wedge characteristics, such as Beam Index Point and Refracted Angle Calibration for probe delay (zero offset) and material velocity Appropriate screen range selection Sensitivity adjustment from reference

AWS Setup S t

Properly p y Calibrated EPOCH 600

AWS Option Activation

To Activate the AWS D1.1/D1.5 Option:
1. In the DAC/TVG menu press [F3] AWS 2. Press [P7] to enter the Setup screen 3. Use the adjustment knob, arrow y , or P-keys y to turn the option p keys, On or Off 4. Press the [NEXT GROUP] key and enter the value to be used for the Ref Level (50% FSH or higher) 5 Press the [ESC] key to return to 5. the main screen

AWS Setup S t
Once AWS is activated, the user must record the Reference Gain value.

Bring the sensitivity reflector from the calibration block to reference height
Note: N t This Thi reference f height h i ht is i the th value l entered during setup and will appear as the AUTO-XX% value above [P6]

Use th U the [P1] key k t to record d this thi gain i value l as Ref R fB (Reference Gain Indication Level) Press [ [P1] ] to accept p this g gain value as Ref B

The EPOCH 600 will now automatically rate all gated echoes with a D value

Software Feature
DGS/AVG S

DGS/AVG
The EPOCH 600 offers on-board DGS/AVG capabilities as an optional feature. The DGS/AVG software option features a comprehensive library of transducers from both Olympus NDT and competitors.

DGS/AVG Overview O i
DGS/AVG is a flaw sizing method that compares the height of a reflector to a curve which represents the expected height of a known defect size at various sound path lengths within a p part. DGS/AVG is similar to the DAC flaw sizing g method, , but with notable differences:

Reference Curve(s) not built point by point using reference reflectors instead, curve(s) based on DGS Diagrams which predict the echo response (and attenuation) of multiple reflector sizes over a particular sound path range in carbon steel.

DGS Diagram

DGS/AVG Overview O i

DGS Diagrams are specific to the transducer being used for inspection. DGS Di Diagrams/Curves /C are b based d on attenuation tt ti i in an ideal id l carbon b steel. t l The operator must make attenuation adjustments based on the inspection material to accurately predict the true attenuation, especially in the far field DGS/AVG Setup only requires ONE reference point to create the required sizing curve

DGS/AVG Setup S t
The first step in setting up DGS/AVG is to calibrate the instrument for the intended material, inspection range and general sensitivity. This includes:

Appropriate pp p Pulser and Receiver adjustments j ( (filters, , energy, gy, square q wave pulser, etc) Calibration for probe delay (zero offset) and material velocity Appropriate screen range selection Gain adjustment to bring reference echo to 80% full screen height

DGS/AVG Setup S t

Properly Calibrated EPOCH 600

DGS/AVG Option O ti Activation A ti ti

To Activate the DGS/AVG p Option:
1. In the DAC/TVG menu press [F2] DGS/AVG 2 P 2. Press [P7] to t enter t the th Setup S t screen 3. Use the [NEXT GROUP] key along with the adjustment knob, arrow keys, or P-keys to make adjustments in the DGS/AVG menu 4. Press the [ESC] key to return to the main screen

DGS/AVG Parameters
DGS/AVG setup includes up to 10 parameter selections/adjustments before the operator p can begin g inspections: p

Probe Type The operator must select the type of probe used in the inspection (either Straight Beam, Angle Beam, or Dual Probe) Probe Name The operator must indicate exactly which probe is to be used in the inspection (DGS curves are based partially on the response of a specific probe in steel) Reflector Type A single reference reflection is required to build the DGS curve(s) on the EPOCH 600 this can be from a Backwall, Flat-Bottom Hole (FBH), Side-Drilled Hole (SDH), K1/IIW Block Radius*, or K2/DSC Block Radius*

*used only with Angle Beam probe

DGS/AVG Parameters P t

Reflector Diameter When a Reflector Type of SDH or FBH is selected, the operator must indicate the size of the reference hole. Delta VT Also known as Transfer Correction, Delta VT is a calculated value the accounts for an overall attenuation difference between a reference/calibration block and the actual inspection piece (typically caused by surface conditions or subtle material variation) Registration Level The value of the critical reference reflector for the inspection. This defines the relative height g of the DGS curve and the comparison p to unknown flaw reflections for rejection/acceptance criteria. Warning Level DGS/AVG allows for one Warning Curve in addition to the main DGS curve This can be set from +6 curve. +6.0dB 0dB to -14 14.0dB 0dB below the main curve, curve or to 0.0dB 0 0dB to turn this curve off.

DGS/AVG Parameters P t

ACV Specimen An attenuation compensation value for the inspection piece. This value is used to adjust the DGS curve, which is based on attenuation in an ideal or f carbon perfect b steel, l to reflect fl accurate attenuation i response i in a real-world l ld test piece. This is especially important for longer sound paths. The calculation for this attenuation adjustment is defined in the code EN 583 and other documents. ACV Calibration Block An attenuation compensation value for the calibration block. This value serves the same purpose as ACV Specimen, but is used when capturing a reference reflector from the calibration block. X-Value This parameter is only used with Angle Beam probes. This value is the distance from the Beam Index Point to the front of the angle beam probe/wedge. It is used to remove this wedge distance from the Surface Distance measurement and allows operators p to locate a flaw on a test p piece by y measuring g from the front of the transducer, , instead of from the Beam Index Point, which can be less accurate or difficult during inspection.

DGS/AVG Setup S t

Properly p y Adjusted j DGS/AVG Parameters

*ACV Specimen/Cal Block have not been calculated

DGS/AVG Reference R f
Once the DGS/AVG parameters have been appropriately adjusted, the operator p must capture p the Reference Reflector to complete p the DGS/AVG setup.

Capture the Reference Reflector with ith G Gate1 t 1 Use AUTO-80% to bring the reflector to 80% FSH Press [P1] Ref to capture the Reference Reflector and build the DGS/AVG curve Press [P1] YES to save the reference value

DGS/AVG Reference R f

While acquiring the Reference Reflector, the operator can make adjustments to the following gage parameters:
RANGE SCREEN DELAY GAIN ZERO O OFFSET O S ANGLE PART THICKNESS OUTER DIAMETER (CSC)

Live Range Adjustment

DGS/AVG

Completed EPOCH 600 DGS/AVG Curve

DGS/AVG Inspection I ti
After building or recalling a DGS/AVG curve, inspection adjustments can be made using the different parameters in DGS/AVG menu on the EPOCH 600.

These adjustments include:

DELTA VT REG LEVEL

These are the same Transfer Correction and Registration g Level values initially y set up p in the DGS/AVG menu. Both values can be changed during live inspection as needed.

DGS/AVG Inspection I ti
During inspections, the operator can choose to view a variety of digital measurements based on the gated indication. Specific measurements for DGS/AVG are:

FBH Displays the FBH size of the gated indication % to Curve Compares the height of the gated indication to the DGS/AVG curve in amplitude %

Software Option
API 5UE

API 5UE
The EPOCH 600 includes API 5UE crack sizing software as an optional feature. The EPOCH 600 API 5UE software is intended to aid operators using API Recommended Practice 5UE in the evaluation of crack height sizing during the pipe fabrication process.

API 5UE O Overview i

The API Recommended Practice 5UE was developed specifically for OCTG manufacturers to inspect and characterize inner-diameter (ID) cracking in newly fabricated pipe. The API 5UE code uses two crack sizing methods to characterize ID cracking: the Amplitude Comparison Technique (ACT) and the Amplitude-Distance Differential Technique (ADDT). The software developed for the EPOCH series aids in performing the ADDT method, which uses the following formula to determine ID crack size:

di = Amax*(T2-T1)*k di = imperfection size Amax = Maximum amplitude returned from defect area (usually 80%) T1 = 6dB drop point from leading peak of Amax (distance or time) T2 = 6dB drop point from trailing peak of Amax (distance or time) k = a constant calculated from calibration to a reference notch

An inspector utilizing API 5UE must use the formula above to establish a crack height and refer to the API code for rejection or acceptance criteria.

API 5UE S Setup t

The first step in using the API 5UE crack sizing software is to calibrate the instrument for the intended material, inspection p range g and g general sensitivity. y This includes:

Appropriate Pulser and Receiver adjustments (filters, energy, square wave pulser, etc) Verification of wedge characteristics, such as Beam Index Point and Refracted Angle Calibration for probe delay (zero offset) and material velocity Appropriate screen range selection Sensitivity adjustment from reference

API 5UE S Setup t

Properly Calibrated EPOCH 600

API 5UE Option O ti A Activation ti ti

To Activate the API 5UE Option:
1. In the DAC/TVG menu p press [ [F4] ] API5UE 2. Press [P7] to enter the Setup screen 3. Use the adjustment knob, arrow keys, or P-keys to turn the option ON 4. Press [NEXT GROUP] and use the knob or arrows to enter the known height of the calibration reference notch in the Ref. Depth box. 5. Press the [ESC] key to return to the main screen

API 5UE S Setup: t Peak P k Envelope E l

Once API 5UE is activated, the user must collect data from a reference notch to This can be done using calibrate for inspections. p g one of two methods: Peak Envelope Method:
1. Press [PEAK MEM] activate Peak Memory 2. Find the reflection from the calibration notch and use AUTO-80% to bring this indication to 80% FSH 3 Adjust GATE1 so that it surrounds the 3. indication 4. Move the transducer forward and backward over the notch to draw a peak envelope of the echo dynamics of the notch 5. Press [P1] to Collect the Amax, T1 and T2 data from the envelope 6. Press [F5] to move from calibration mode to Inspect mode

API 5UE S t P i tb i t Setup: Point by P Point

Point by Point Method:
1 Find the reflection from the calibration 1. notch and use AUTO-80% to bring this indication to 80% FSH 2. Adjust GATE1 so that it surrounds the indication 3. Press [P1] RefAMax to store the AMax point, and press [P1] to confirm 4. Move the transducer forward over the notch until the peak drops to 40% FSH 5. Press [P2] RefT1 to capture the T1 point

API 5UE Setup: Point by Point (cont ) (cont.)

Point by Point Method (cont.):
6. Move the transducer backward over the notch until the peak drops rises to 80% and then falls back to 40% FSH 7. Press [P3] RefT2 to capture the T2 point 8. Press the [P5] key to complete the calibration and move to Inspect mode d 9. The operator can always us the [P6] key to Clear the current calibration points and start again

API 5UE Inspection I ti

Once API 5UE is calibrated, the user can evaluate a live indication:
Find

the reflection from an unknown crack

height Use either Peak Memory or the Point by Point method to collect values for Amax, T1 and T2 from the unknown indication Note: The operator can size an unknown crack from the same reference gain level as used for calibration, OR by adjusting the peak to 80% FSH before collecting data points Once the Amax, T1 and T2 data points are collected, the instrument shows the correct di indication height reading as a digital readout Press [P6] to Clear the current collect points and continue inspecting Press [ [P5] ] Re-Cal at any yp point to return to calibration mode

Questions or Comments?