POSITECTOR 6000 User manual
Introduction
This Reference is a compilation of the On-Gage Help that is available on your
PosiTector gage. To view these help items on the gage, enter the gage menu and touch
the icon or press the button with the desired menu item selected.
For an overview of the use and operation of your instrument, refer to its included
Instruction Manual or download a digital PDF at www.defelsko.com/manuals.
Update your gage to ensure your PosiTector includes these latest help references.
Instructions are available at www.defelsko.com/updates.
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Contents
Memory ........................................................................................................................
Open ......................................................................................................................
View .......................................................................................................................
Display ...................................................................................................................
Prompted Batch .....................................................................................................
New 90/10 ..............................................................................................................
Annotate ................................................................................................................
Print .......................................................................................................................
New Sub-Batch ......................................................................................................
New PA2 ................................................................................................................
New Batch .............................................................................................................
Close ......................................................................................................................
Delete ....................................................................................................................
Delete Template ..............................................................................................
New ISO 19840 .....................................................................................................
Batch Summary .....................................................................................................
Statistics ......................................................................................................................
Statistics ................................................................................................................
Clear ......................................................................................................................
HiLo Alarm .............................................................................................................
Calibration Settings ......................................................................................................
1pt Adjustment ......................................................................................................
Zero .......................................................................................................................
Cal Memory ...........................................................................................................
Edit Cal Name ..................................................................................................
N 1pt Adjustment ...................................................................................................
Zero Offset .............................................................................................................
F Zero ....................................................................................................................
2pt Adjustment ......................................................................................................
Cal Lock .................................................................................................................
Zn Zero ..................................................................................................................
N Lock ....................................................................................................................
Setup ...........................................................................................................................
Set Clock ...............................................................................................................
Fast ........................................................................................................................
Reset .....................................................................................................................
Units .......................................................................................................................
Battery Type ..........................................................................................................
Sound ....................................................................................................................
Touch .....................................................................................................................
Scan .......................................................................................................................
Backlight ................................................................................................................
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Flip Lock ................................................................................................................
Language ...............................................................................................................
Gage Info ...............................................................................................................
Hi Res ....................................................................................................................
Duplex Mode ..........................................................................................................
Connect .......................................................................................................................
Bluetooth ................................................................................................................
Enabled ............................................................................................................
Stream .............................................................................................................
Pairing ..............................................................................................................
Info ...................................................................................................................
USB .......................................................................................................................
Sync.net Now ...................................................................................................
USB Drive ........................................................................................................
JSON Files .................................................................................................
HTML Report .............................................................................................
Stream .............................................................................................................
Auto Sync .net .................................................................................................
USB Keyboard .................................................................................................
WiFi ........................................................................................................................
Setup Options ..................................................................................................
AP Channel ................................................................................................
Gage Name ...............................................................................................
Server Enable ............................................................................................
IP Settings .................................................................................................
AP Passphrase ..........................................................................................
WiFi Reset .................................................................................................
WiFi Stream .....................................................................................................
Auto Sync .net .................................................................................................
Access Point ....................................................................................................
Enabled ............................................................................................................
Networks ..........................................................................................................
WiFi Information ...............................................................................................
Sync .net Now ..................................................................................................
Bluetooth Smart .....................................................................................................
Send Batches ..................................................................................................
BLE Keyboard ..................................................................................................
Smart Probes ...................................................................................................
Power Off Time ................................................................................................
Enabled ............................................................................................................
Sync Batches ...................................................................................................
Updates .................................................................................................................
Help .............................................................................................................................
Power Off .....................................................................................................................
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Memory
The PosiTector 6000 Advanced has internal memory storage for recording
measurement data. Stored measurements can be reviewed on-screen or accessed via
computers, tablets and smart phones. Measurements are date and time-stamped. Store
up to 250,000 readings in up to 1,000 batches.
The memory icon appears and basic statistics are displayed when the Gage is set to
store measurement data.
NOTE:
Remove the last reading by pressing (-).
Open
Select a previously created batch or sub-batch to open and make it the active batch. If it
contains measurements, on-screen statistics will immediately reflect values calculated
from this batch. The calibration setting (i.e. Cal 1) associated with this batch is also
opened.
View
Use the Up or Down buttons to scroll through information, statistical summary, and a list
of each reading in the currently opened batch. Press the center navigation button to
exit.
Display
Choose between display options in the upper portion of the screen while taking
measurements.
Shortcut:
Press the Up button to scroll through the display options.
NOTE:
The Display option appears only if a batch is currently open.
Prompted Batch
Create pre-defined batches in PosiSoft Desktop with onscreen text and image prompts
for each reading, then upload to PosiTector 6000 gages. Ideal for ensuring a consistent
measurement pattern for repetitive jobs or when specific measurement locations are
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required. Create and store multiple templates for different jobs.
See the PosiSoft Desktop help file for full instructions.
NOTE:
Deleting a Template from the PosiTector does not remove it from PosiSoft Desktop.
New 90/10
The PosiTector 6000 PSPC 90/10 mode simplifies the process of determining pass/fail
criteria under the IMO directive. Although developed for maritime applications, this
mode can be used by other industries looking for a statistical method of ensuring correct
dry film thickness over a surface area.
The 90/10 Rule
90% of all thickness measurements should be greater than or equal to NDFT (nominal
dry film thickness) and none of the remaining 10% measurements should be below
0.9xNDFT.
90/10 Rule Setup
Enter the targe NDFT by pressing the (+) or (-) buttons. A value of 320 microns (12.6
mils) is typically used. Select NEW to accept.
Detailed instructions available at: www.defelsko.com/9010
Annotate
Create meaningful batch names and enter notes directly on the Gage using a familiar
onscreen QWERTY keyboard.
Either the touch screen or navigation buttons can be used to enter annotations.
Annotations can be synchronized with PosiSoft.net and the PosiTector App. They are
included in PosiSoft USB Drive reports.
Print
Sends a statistical summary and individual measurements to the optional Bluetooth
wireless printer.
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Ensure printer is powered ON, paired with the Gage and within range, then select Print.
To cancel printing, press and hold the (-) and (+) buttons simultaneously.
For information on pairing, see www.defelsko.com/bluetooth
New Sub-Batch
Creates a new sub-batch within the currently opened batch. Sub-batching allows the
user to group related batches so that statistics can be accumulated for them. For
example, the main Batch (B1) would contain the statistics for it's sub-batches (ie. B1s1
and B1s2).
Shortcut: When a sub-batch is open, create a new sub-batch by pressing (+).
NOTE:
The New Sub-Batch option appears only if a batch is currently open.
New PA2
SSPC PA2 mode helps determine if film thickness over a large area conforms to user
specified min/max levels.
PA2 Setup
Adjust the PA2 parameters as necessary.
To adjust a parameter, use the Up and Down buttons to highlight the appropriate
parameter, then use the (-) and (+) buttons to adjust that parameter.
Detailed instructions available at: www.defelsko.com/PA2
New Batch
Closes any currently opened batch and creates a new batch name using the lowest
available number. For example, if only B1 and B3 exist, then B2 would be created and
made the current batch. Each measurement will be displayed and stored into this new
batch.
On screen statistics are immediately updated with each measurement. New batches are
date and time stamped when they are created.
Shortcut: When a batch is open, press (+) to create a new batch
NOTE:
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Remove the last reading from the current open batch by pressing (-).
Close
Stops the recording process, closes the current batch, and removes batch information
from the display.
Delete
Removes a batch or sub-batch completely from memory. The name is deleted and all
measurements are erased. Sub-batches can be deleted individually. To delete all
related sub-batches, simply delete the top-level batch.
Delete Template
Removes Prompted Batch Template from the PosiTector body.
NOTE:
Deleting a Template from the PosiTector does not remove it from the PosiSoft Desktop
software.
New ISO 19840
Helps determines if a protective coating system complies with the ISO 19840
acceptance criteria for measuring coating thickness on rough substrates.
ISO 19840 Setup
Adjust the ISO 19840 parameters as necessary.
To adjust a parameter use the Up and Down buttons to highlight the appropriate
parameter, then use the (-) and (+) buttons to adjust that parameter.
Detailed instructions available at: www.defelsko.com/19480
Batch Summary
Displays a summary of all stored batches with the Batch Name, Probe Type and
Number of Readings listed for each batch.
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Statistics
Menu option for configuring Statistics and HiLo Alarm modes.
Statistics
Statistics mode continually displays/updates average, standard deviation, min/max
thickness and number of readings while measuring.
When selected, the statistics icon and statistical summary will appear on the display.
Ignore the last measurement by pressing the (-) button. Press (+) to clear statistics.
Clear
Clears all on-screen Statistics and HiLo tabulations.
HiLo Alarm
Allows the Gage to visibly and audibly alert the user when measurements exceed
user-specified limits.
When HiLo Alarm is selected, the current Lo setting is displayed. Adjust using the (-) or
(+) buttons. Alternatively, measure a coating with a thickness close to the required value
and make final adjustments with the (-)(+) buttons. Select Next to accept this value. The
current Hi setting is now displayed. Repeat to adjust the Hi setting.
Each measurement will be compared to the defined Hi and Lo limits. The Gage beeps if
results are within those limits. A single low tone will sound if the reading is below the Lo
limit, and a high tone if it is above the Hi limit. Press (+) to clear HiLo readings.
The Statistics icon will appear on the display.
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Calibration Settings
Calibration, Verification and Adjustment
The PosiTector 6000 non-destructively measures the thickness of coatings on metals.
Three steps ensure best accuracy:
1. Calibration: typically performed by the manufacturer. All probes include a Certificate
of Calibration.
2. Verification of Accuracy: typically performed by the user on known reference
standards such as the included plastic shims or optional coated thickness standards.
3. Adjustment: Adjustment, or Calibration Adjustment is the act of aligning the Gage’s
thickness readings to match that of a known sample in order to improve the
effectiveness of the Gage on a specific surface or in a specific portion of its
measurement range. 1-point or 2-point Cal adjustments are possible.
Probes are factory calibrated and perform an automatic self-check each time a
measurement is taken. For many applications no further adjustment is necessary after a
Reset. Just check ZERO on the uncoated substrate, then measure. However,
sometimes readings can be influenced by changes in substrate, such as shape,
composition, and surface roughness. That is why Cal adjustments are made possible.
The factory calibration symbol disappears whenever a Cal adjustment is made to the
Gage.
Where a Cal adjustment method has not been specified, use a Zero or 1-point method
first. If measuring the included shims on your surface reveals inaccuracies, use the
2-point method. Factory Cal settings can be restored at any time by performing a Reset,
creating a NEW Cal setting, or by DELETING the adjustments made to the Cal 1
calibration setting. The factory calibration symbol appears on the display whenever
factory Cal settings are in use.
For FN gages, calibration adjustments are made independently to the F or N modes,
and are stored together within a particular Cal.
1pt Adjustment
When measuring coating thickness over a rough substrate, it is preferable to adjust the
Gage to a know thickness, such as a shim, rather than adjusting it to zero.
Press (+) to select the number of readings to be used to obtain an average, typically 3
to 10 readings. The greater the variation between readings, the more readings should
be taken to obtain an average.
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