Chapter 7.

Working in TOP View (Optional Feature)

7.1.1 Setting Up the Phased Array Prior to Displaying a TOP View

Prior to displaying a TOP View, the standard phased array views (designated as FRAME view) setup must be
performed (Refer to Chapter 2). TOP View displays can be generated from either type of standard phased array scan
(linear or sector). It is important to recognize that the TOP View image is based only on amplitude and TOF data
recorded in Gates A and B. Further, when a data set is stored while operating in TOP View mode, amplitude and TOF
data from A- and B-Gates (acquired and added to the data buffer) is stored; however, A-Scans and other results are not
available.

To prepare for generating a TOP View display:

1. Be sure that the VIEW MODE Function (located in the VIEW Submenu of the DISPLAY Menu) is set to FRAME.
This corresponds to standard phased array operation.
2. Set up either a linear or sector scan to match the installed probe, material type, and inspection requirements as
described in Chapter 2. Calibrate the instrument/probe combination.
3. Adjust the A- and/or B-Gate starting point and width to capture the test-material region of interest (Figure 64 on
page 147). Refer to Section 2.8.1 to position gates.
4. Access and adjust TOP View specific functions as described on the next page.
Note: The TOP View image is based on amplitude and TOF data recorded in Gates A and B. These gate(s) must be
turned on and positioned to capture the test-material range of interest.

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