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Table of Contents
Table of Contents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

List of Tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

List of Figures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

1 Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
1.1 Product Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
1.2 About this Document . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
1.3 Audience. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
1.4 Typographic Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
1.5 Related Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
1.6 If You have Documentation Comments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
1.7 Revision History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
1.8 Technical Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

2 Installing the EPOCH 4 Interface Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

2.1 Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
2.2 Installation Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

3 Operating Basic Menu Functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

3.1 File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
3.2 Edit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
3.3 View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
3.4 Create . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
3.5 Communications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
3.6 Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
3.7 Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

4 Creating an EPOCH 4 Database File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

4.1 Creating a File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
4.2 Saving a File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
4.3 Opening a File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
4.4 Closing a File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
4.5 Adding/Inserting IDs to a Database File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
4.5.1 Manual IDs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
4.5.2 Sequential IDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
4.5.3 2D IDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
4.5.4 3D IDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
4.5.5 Boiler IDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
4.6 Adding/Inserting Memos to a File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
4.7 Adding a Note to a File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

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4.8 Deleting Entries from a File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

5 Transferring Files to/from the EPOCH 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

5.1 Setting up the RS232 Communications Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
5.2 Transferring a File to the EPOCH 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
5.3 Receiving Collected Files from the EPOCH 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
5.3.1 Download EPOCH Directory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
5.3.2 Download EPOCH Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
5.4 Managing Editable Parameters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
5.4.1 Receiving Editable Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
5.4.2 Transmitting Editable Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
5.4.3 Viewing Editable Parameters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

6 Managing EPOCH 4 Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

6.1 Listing EPOCH 4 Files. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
6.2 Opening an EPOCH 4 File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
6.3 Saving an EPOCH 4 File to a Different Name. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
6.4 Printing an EPOCH 4 File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
6.5 Closing an EPOCH 4 File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
6.6 Deleting EPOCH 4 Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
6.7 Uncompressing Waveforms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
6.7.1 B-Scan File Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
6.7.2 B-Scan Edit Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
6.7.3 B-Scan View Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
6.7.4 Uncompressing a B-Scan Waveform . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
6.7.5 Scroll Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
6.7.6 Current Point Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
6.7.7 Data Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
6.7.8 Legend . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

7 Managing EPOCH 4 Entries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

7.1 Deleting an Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
7.2 Clearing an Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
7.3 Finding an Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
7.4 Copying an Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
7.5 Undoing an Edit Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

8 Viewing Selected Information in an File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

8.1 Viewing All Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
8.2 Viewing ID Information Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
8.3 Viewing Setup Information Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
8.4 Viewing Waveform Information Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
8.5 Viewing Memo Information Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

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9 Importing Files to an EPOCH 4 Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

9.1 Importing an EPOCH III File. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
9.2 Importing a 36DL PLUS Database File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

10 Exporting EPOCH 4 Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

10.1 Exporting a File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Documentation Comments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

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List of Tables
Table 1 Typographic Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Table 2 Revision History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Table 3 File Menu Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Table 4 Edit Menu Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Table 5 View Menu Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Table 6 Create Menu Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Table 7 Communications Menu Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Table 8 Tools Menu Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Table 9 Help Menu Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Table 10 Generating Boiler IDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Table 11 B-Scan File Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Table 12 B-Scan Edit Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Table 13 B-Scan View Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Table 14 B-Scan Data Table Definitions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

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List of Figures

Figure 1 Viewing the File Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Figure 2 Viewing the Edit Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Figure 3 Viewing the View Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Figure 4 Viewing the Create Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Figure 5 Viewing the Communications Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Figure 6 Viewing Tools Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Figure 7 Viewing the Help Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Figure 8 Generating Manual IDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Figure 9 Generating Sequential IDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Figure 10 Generating 2D IDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Figure 11 Generating 3D IDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Figure 12 Entering Memo Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Figure 13 Entering Note Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Figure 14 Setting up the RS232 Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Figure 15 Selecting a Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Figure 16 Selecting Files to Transfer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Figure 17 Transmitting Files. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Figure 18 Viewing the Downloaded Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Figure 19 Downloading Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Figure 20 Saving the Downloaded Files. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Figure 21 Listing Files in a Directory. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Figure 22 B-Scan Display Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Figure 23 B-Scan Scroll Bar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Figure 24 B-Scan Current Point Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Figure 25 B-Scan Data Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Figure 26 B-Scan Legend . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Figure 27 Copying an Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Figure 28 Viewing ID Information Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Figure 29 Viewing Setup Information Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Figure 30 Viewing Waveform Information Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Figure 31 Viewing Memo Information Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Figure 32 Selecting Parameters to Import an EPOCH III File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Figure 33 Selecting Parameters to Import a 36DL PLUS File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Figure 34 Exporting a File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Figure 35 Saving a File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

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1 Preface
The preface provides the following introductory topics:
• Product Description
• About this Document
• Audience
• Typographic Conventions
• Related Documentation
• If You have Documentation Comments
• Revision History
• Technical Help

1.1 Product Description

The EPOCH 4 Windows based Interface Program adds a variety of practical
documentation and storage capabilities to the EPOCH 4 Flaw Detector. The primary
capabilities of the Interface Program are:
• Database creation: This feature is used to create a series of identifier (ID) strings in
a database form that can be transferred to the EPOCH 4 as a file. Once transferred, you
can select the desired file and begin saving data to the pre-constructed ID string. This
creates a more efficient inspection by eliminating the need to manually enter each ID
from the EPOCH 4 keypad.
• Transducer Calibration Backup: Calibrations for frequently used transducers can
be saved in the EPOCH 4 internal datalogger. These calibrations can be quickly
recalled to the live screen allowing immediate commencement of the inspection. You
can also backup your calibrations by transferring them from the EPOCH 4 to the PC
where you can save the data. Use this method to transfer calibrations to any or all of
your EPOCH 4 flaw detectors.
• Transfer of Inspection Data To/From the EPOCH 4: After completing an
inspection using the EPOCH 4 Flaw Detector, you can transfer the saved thickness
readings, memos, waveforms and corresponding setup information to the PC via the
interface program. You can then print or save this information in electronic format for
future reference.
• Editing of Inspection Data: The EPOCH 4 Interface Program allows you to further
edit and manipulate data after it is transferred to the PC. This may involve deleting
thickness readings or waveforms that were accidentally saved. It also may involve
copying and pasting data (an individual waveform or series of thickness readings) into
a word processing or spreadsheet document.
• Import of EPOCH III or 36DL PLUS Data: Files can be imported to the EPOCH 4
Interface Program from either an EPOCH III or 36DL PLUS format.

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• Export of EPOCH 4 Data: An export utility allows you export an EPOCH 4 database
or collected file to an alternative file format (such as MS Excel). This allows further
manipulation of the data outside the EPOCH 4 Interface Program if desired.

1.2 About this Document

This document is the Instruction Manual for the EPOCH 4 Interface Program. The
Instruction Manual describes routine tasks for operating the EPOCH 4 Interface Program.
These tasks include installing the EPOCH 4 Interface Program, operating basic menu
functions, creating an EPOCH 4 database file, transferring files to/from the EPOCH 4,
manipulating EPOCH 4 files, editing EPOCH 4 files, viewing selected information in an
EPOCH 4 file, importing files to EPOCH 4 format, and exporting EPOCH 4 files.

1.3 Audience
This document is intended for any operator using the EPOCH 4 Interface Program. GE
Panametrics recommends that all operators have a thorough understanding of the
principles and limitations of ultrasonic testing. We assume no responsibility for incorrect
operational procedure or interpretation of test results. We recommend that any operator
seek adequate training prior to using this equipment. GE Panametrics offers a full range of
training courses including Level I and Level II Ultrasonic Testing, Advanced Detection
and Sizing, and Ultrasonic Thickness Gaging. For further information regarding training
courses, contact GE Panametrics.

1.4 Typographic Conventions

The following notes and table provide a list of the typographic conventions that appear in
this document.

Warning: This information indicates danger and the possibility of personal

injury.

Caution: This information indicates that equipment damage can occur.

Note: This information provides explanatory information.

Tip: This information provides helpful guidelines for easy operation.

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Convention Description

Courier Font Used for file names, lines of code, names of

processes, and commands.
Heavy courier Used for command line user input.
Bold Used for textual parts of graphical user
interface, including menu items, buttons,
toolbar names, modes, options, and tabs.

Also used for modes and options.

Italics Used for screen/window names, dialog
boxes and document titles.
Bold Italics Used for emphasis.
[Bold] (Square Brackets with Used for instrument keys on the keypad.
Bold)
<Italics> (Angle Brackets) With italics text, used for variable data.

® Used for showing the next sequential step.

Table 1 Typographic Conventions

1.5 Related Documentation

The EPOCH 4 Interface Program works with the EPOCH 4. For more information about
this instrument, refer to the following instruction manual:
• EPOCH 4, Part Number 910-220

1.6 If You have Documentation Comments

GE Panametrics is always interested in improving its documentation. We value your
comments about this manual and other GE Panametrics documentation.
Simply fill out the survey at the back of this manual and send your documentation
comments to GE Panametrics by using one of the following methods:
• Send comments to GE Panametrics, NDT Marketing Department, 221 Crescent
Street, Waltham, Massachusetts 02453, Attention: Technical Publications
• Fax us at 781-899-1552, Attention: Marketing Department/Technical
Publications

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In all your correspondence, please include the title of the document, its part number,
release date, and the specific section upon which you are commenting.

1.7 Revision History

This document may require updating because of corrections or changes to the product.
Publication dates, printed on the front cover, are updated when a change is made to this
document. In addition, the document number is also changed to reflect the revision.
The table below shows a list of all revisions for this document.

Date Issue Release version

February, 2001 910-224A First release.

September, 2002 910-224B Second release.
Table 2 Revision History

1.8 Technical Help

Call GE Panametrics, NDT division at 800-225-8330 (within the USA) or 781-899-2719
(outside the USA) and ask for a sales engineer to assist you.

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2 Installing the EPOCH 4 Interface Program

This chapter describes how to install the EPOCH 4 Interface Program.
Topics are as follows:
• Requirements
• Installation Procedures

2.1 Requirements
• PC running Windows 2000, ME, NT 4.0, 98, 95, or WinXP
• Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0
• EPOCH 4 Interface cable (GE Panametrics Part Number: EP4/C-9FAT-6)

2.2 Installation Procedures

The EPOCH 4 Interface Program installation software is stored on a CD-ROM. The
program is “browser” based, which means it is necessary for the PC to have an Internet
Browser installed in order to successfully run the program. The program requires
Microsoft Internet Explorer Version 6.0 (or higher) installed on your PC.

Note: If Microsoft Internet Explorer Version 6.0 (or higher) is NOT installed on
your PC, a copy of the program is included on the EPOCH 4 Interface
Program Installation CD-ROM. You can also download Microsoft Internet
Explorer, free of charge, from http://www.microsoft.com. To install
Microsoft Internet Explorer on your PC, follow these steps:

1. Select Start g Run.

2. Type D:\IE6\i386\setup.exe in the command line field (substitute the
proper letter designation of your CD-ROM drive if it is other than “D”.)
3. Click OK and follow the instructions on the screen.

To install the EPOCH 4 Interface Program on your PC, follow these steps:

1. Insert the EPOCH 4 Interface Program installation CD-ROM into your PC’s
CD- ROM drive.
2. Verify that Microsoft Internet Explorer Version 6.0 (or higher) is installed on your PC.
If this is not installed, follow the procedure outlined in the note above.

The EPOCH 4 Interface Program requires Microsoft’s Data Access Components Version
2.5 (or higher) installed on your PC.
To install these Microsoft’s Data Access Components, follow these steps:

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1. Select Start g Run.

2. Type D:\mdac_typ.exe in the command line field (substitute the proper letter
designation of your CD-ROM drive if it is other than “D”.)
3. Click OK and follow the instructions to install these components.

To begin installing the actual EPOCH 4 Interface Program, follow these steps:

1. Select Start g Run.

2. Type D:\setup.exe in the command line field (substitute the proper letter designation
of your CD-ROM drive if it is other than “D”.)
3. Click OK and follow the instructions to install the program.

Microsoft also requires special Crystal Reports installed on the PC.

To install the Crystal Reports, follow these steps:

1. Select Start g Run.

2. Type D:\CRInstall\setup.exe in the command line field (substitute the proper letter
designation of your CD-ROM drive if it is other than “D”.)
3. Click OK and follow the instructions on the screen.

During installation, if you receive a message stating “A file being copied is not newer
than the file currently on your system,” select the Yes button to keep the newer file.

The EPOCH 4 Interface Program is now installed on your PC. Click the EPOCH 4
Interface Program icon from the Start menu to start the program.

Note: Before upgrading or installing a new version of the EPOCH 4 Interface

Program, you must first un-install the current version of the program.

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3 Operating Basic Menu Functions

This chapter describes how to operate basic menu functions in the EPOCH 4 Interface
Program.
Topics are as follows:
• File
• Edit
• View
• Create
• Communications
• Tools
• Help

Tip: In order for the full menu bar to appear, you must first open a file. Otherwise,
only the File, Communications, Tools, and Help menu are present.

3.1 File
The File menu contains functions for basic file operation such as creating a new file,
opening a file, closing a file, etc.

Figure 1 Viewing the File Menu

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Option Description

New The New option creates a new database file. You must
enter a valid filename in order to create the file. When you
click the New option, the main screen is cleared. As IDs
and memos are added to the database file, they are
displayed in the main screen.
Open The Open option recalls a file that was previously stored
on floppy disk or hard drive. Clicking on this option opens
a Open EPOCH 4 File dialog box, which lets you select a
data file to open.
Close The Close option closes the file currently open.
Save As The Save As option saves the file under a new name or
with a new directory path. Clicking on this option opens
the Save EPOCH 4 File dialog box, which lets you select
a filename and directory.
Delete The Delete option deletes files that were previously
stored on floppy disk or hard drive. You must be viewing
a directory in order to initiate this option.
Directory The Directory option lets you select a drive and folder to
store your EPOCH 4 files. Once the directory is selected,
a list of EPOCH 4 files are open on the screen.
Print The Print option prints the file currently displayed.
Clicking on this option opens a Print dialog box, which
lets you select the pages to print, number of copies, and
print quality. You can only select this option if an EPOCH
file is open.
Page Setup The Page Setup option is where you set the paper
properties, header, footer, page orientation and margins
for the Print option.
Export The Export option exports information in an EPOCH 4
file to a different file format. First, select a file to export.
The file is then scanned and a list of IDs, Alarm, Mode,
Measurement, Units, and Scan Type are opened. Click the
Export button to select an Export Format and
Destination. Click the OK button and the export is
completed. If you select the Cancel button, the export
function is not completes and the screen returns to the
EPOCH 4 Export dialog box.
Table 3 File Menu Options

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Option Description

Import The import function imports data files from either an

EPOCH III gage or 36DL PLUS gage. Both the database
and the collected files can be imported from an EPOCH
III, however only the IDs can be imported from a 36DL
PLUS.
Exit The Exit option closes the Interface Program and returns
to Windows.
Table 3 File Menu Options (Continued)

3.2 Edit
The Edit menu lets you edit an EPOCH 4 file. This option works with both database and
collected files.

Figure 2 Viewing the Edit Menu

Option Description

Undo The Undo option cancels the previous editing operation.

Copy The Copy option lets you copy selected information to the
Windows Clipboard. Successive copies overwrite the
information that is placed on the clipboard.
Find The Find option locates character sequences, such as
words or numbers, within the active file.
Clear The Clear option lets you clear thickness, waveform and
setup information from an ID. This option is only valid for
IDs. Selecting the clear option does not delete the ID from
the file.
Delete The Delete option deletes selected information from an
active file.
Table 4 Edit Menu Options

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Option Description

Select All The Select All option lets you select all information that is
currently open. When selected, this option changes to
Deselect All.
Edit Mode On/Off The Edit Mode On option lets you edit an active file.
When this option is initiated, the menu item changes to
Edit Mode Off.
Table 4 Edit Menu Options (Continued)

3.3 View
The View menu lets you specify what information in a file to display on the screen.

Figure 3 Viewing the View Menu

Option Description

All The All option displays All information in the EPOCH 4

file.
ID The ID option displays only the identifier of the EPOCH 4
file.
Waveform The Waveform option displays both the ID line and
Waveform in the EPOCH 4 file.
Setup The Setup option displays both the ID line and Setup data
in the EPOCH 4 file.
Memo The Memo option displays only the Memos in the EPOCH
4 file.
Uncompress The Uncompress option uncompresses a compressed
B-Scan waveform. Selecting this option opens a new
window that displays a compressed and uncompressed
B-Scan waveform.
Table 5 View Menu Options

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3.4 Create
The Create menu lets you create a Memo, Note, or various database grids.

Figure 4 Viewing the Create Menu

Option Description

Note The Note option is used to add a comment to the filename.

The note appears in the directory on the EPOCH 4. The
note has a maximum length of 10 characters.
Memo The Memo option is used to add a memo or comment line
to an EPOCH 4 file. The memo string has a maximum
length of 37 characters. If the memo string is longer than 37
characters, it will be broken up into multiple memos.
Manual IDs The Manual IDs option is used to manually create a string
of ID numbers by inserting them individually. The ID has a
maximum length of 16 characters including the ID prefix.
Sequential IDs The Sequential IDs option is used to create a sequential
string of ID numbers. The ID has a maximum length of 16
characters including the ID prefix.
2D IDs The 2D IDs option is used to create a two-dimensional
database grid. The ID has a maximum length of 16
characters including the ID prefix.
3D IDs The 3D IDs option is used to create a three-dimensional
database grid. The ID has a maximum length of 16
characters including the ID prefix.
Boiler IDs The Boiler IDs option is used to create a Boiler database
grid. The ID has a maximum length of 16 characters
including the ID prefix.
Table 6 Create Menu Options

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3.5 Communications
The Communications menu contains functions for uploading and downloading
information to and from the EPOCH 4 flaw detector.

Figure 5 Viewing the Communications Menu

Option Description

Epoch Directory The EPOCH Directory option downloads the directory of

the EPOCH 4 to the Interface Program and then displays it
on the screen for user selection. Note, you must use the
EPOCH Directory option before you can receive files.
Receive Epoch Files The Receive EPOCH Files option downloads files from
the EPOCH 4 that are selected from the directory screen.
Transmit Directory The Transmit Directory option lets you select a drive and
folder where EPOCH 4 files are stored on the PC. You can
then select, from this list, which files to upload to the
EPOCH 4.
Transmit Files The Transmit Files option lets you upload selected files to
the EPOCH 4.
Setup Comm Port The Setup Comm Port option lets you select the
communication parameters. Clicking on this option opens
a RS232 SETUP dialog box where you can select the
communications port and baud rate. The Parity, Data Bits
and Stop Bits are preset and cannot be changed. Note, the
baud rate for the EPOCH 4 and the EPOCH 4 Interface
Program must match.
Table 7 Communications Menu Options

Note: See Managing Editable Parameters on page 39 for information about

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3.6 Tools
The Tools menu allows you to customize the interface program.

Figure 6 Viewing Tools Menu

Option Description

Language The Language option lets you select between English and
the system language. This option is used for all menus and
prompts.
Upgrade Epoch 4 The Upgrade EPOCH 4 option lets you upgrade the
version of operating software in the EPOCH 4 Flaw
Detector. Updated versions are available from GE
Panametrics via e-mail, regular mail, or the GE
Panametrics Corporate Website.
Customize Not active in version 2.1.
Receive Editable The EPOCH 4 Interface Program receives a list of editable
Parameters parameters from the EPOCH 4.
Transmit Editable The EPOCH 4 Interface Program transmits a list of
Parameters editable parameters to the EPOCH 4.
Table 8 Tools Menu Options

3.7 Help
The Help menu provides information about how to use the interface program.

Figure 7 Viewing the Help Menu

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Option Description

Contents The Contents option provides a list of menu options and

their descriptions.
About The About option displays the current version of the
EPOCH 4 Interface Program.
Table 9 Help Menu Options

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4 Creating an EPOCH 4 Database File

This chapter describes how to create an EPOCH 4 database file and the different grid
options that are available.
Topics are as follows:
• Creating a Fie
• Saving a File
• Opening a File
• Closing a File
• Adding/Inserting IDs to a Database
• Adding/Inserting Memos to a File
• Adding a Note to a File
• Deleting Entries in a Database

4.1 Creating a File

To create a new database file, follow these steps:

1. Select File g New. The Create New Filename and Path Selection dialog box opens.
2. Type a filename in the dialog box.
3. Click the Open button.

You can now add IDs to the file. (See Adding/Inserting IDs to a Database File on page
26.)

4.2 Saving a File

The EPOCH 4 Interface Program uses an active database structure, so that any changes to
the database occur in real time and are actively saved. It is possible to undo previous
changes by selecting Edit g Undo.
When you exit a database file or open a new file, any changes are automatically saved.
Alternatively, it is possible to save the database file to a new file name by selecting File g
Save As; this duplicates the current file and save it to a new file name.

4.3 Opening a File

To open an existing file, follow these steps:

1. Select File g Open.

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2. Select the path and name of file you want to open.

3. Click the Open button.

You can edit the database further. (See Adding/Inserting IDs to a Database File on
page 26.)

4.4 Closing a File

To close a file, select File g Close. The database or collected file currently being
displayed will be closed. Once you close an EPOCH 4 file, all changes made to the file
become permanent.

4.5 Adding/Inserting IDs to a Database File

You can add or insert various IDs to a Database file such as:
• Manual IDs
• Sequential IDs
• 2D IDs
• 3D IDs
• Boiler IDs

4.5.1 Manual IDs

To manually enter only one ID number, follow these steps:

1. Click Create g Manual ID, and the Manual ID Generation dialog box opens.

Figure 8 Generating Manual IDs

2. Enter the ID Prefix and Manual ID number in the ID Prefix and Manual ID fields.
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3. Click the Generate ID button to generate the IDs. The ID is added to the list box in the
Manual ID Generation dialog box.
4. Continue these steps until all Manual IDs are generated.
5. Close the Manual ID Generation dialog box when you are done. Files are
automatically saved.

Tip: Click any of the following buttons to achieve the appropriate function:
Append IDs: Add IDs to the end of the database file.
Insert IDS: Insert IDs in a specific location of the database file.
Cancel: Cancel the IDs function. Note, there cannot be any IDs in the list
box.
Remove: Remove a single ID from the list box by first highlighting the ID
and then clicking the Remove button.
Remove All: Remove all IDs from the list box.

4.5.2 Sequential IDs

To create a sequence of ID locations, follow these steps:

1. Click Create g Sequential IDs. The Sequential ID Generation dialog box opens.

Figure 9 Generating Sequential IDs

2. Enter the ID Prefix in the ID Prefix field.

3. Enter the beginning ID in the Start ID field. This can be a number or an alphanumeric
string of a word (or letters) followed by a number.
4. Enter the ending ID in the End ID field. The number of characters used in the End ID
must be the same as the number of characters used in the Start ID.
5. Select the step size, in which the files increment, from the Step field. The choices in
this box are from 1 to 100. The default step size is 1.

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6. Click the Generate ID button to generate the IDs.

7. Continue these steps until all Sequential IDs are generated.
8. Close the Sequential ID Generation dialog box when you are done. Files are
automatically saved.

Tip: Click any of the following buttons to achieve the appropriate function:
Append IDs: Add IDs to the end of the database file.
Insert IDS: Insert IDs in a specific location of the database file.
Cancel: Cancel the IDs function. Note, there cannot be any IDs in the list
box.
Remove: Remove a single ID from the list box by first highlighting the ID
and then clicking the Remove button.
Remove All: Remove all IDs from the list box.

4.5.3 2D IDs
A two-dimensional sequence is typically organized as a matrix of columns and rows
representing assigned locations on a test piece. A 2D string begins with the ID number that
represents the first column and first row. Then the column or row increments one value at
a time until the sequence reaches the last column or row value, while the other dimension
value stays constant. At this point the other dimension increments by one and stays at that
value while the column or row again increments from first to last. This continues until the
ID number representing the last column and row is reached. Note that either the columns
or the rows may be selected to increment first.
To create an ID sequence representing a grid pattern of columns and rows, follow these
steps:

1. Click Create g 2D IDs. The 2D ID Generation dialog box opens.

Figure 10 Generating 2D IDs

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2. Enter the ID Prefix in the ID Prefix field.

3. Enter the Start Column ID in the Start Column field. This may be either a number or
an alphanumeric string of a word (or letters) followed by a number.
4. Enter the ending Column ID in the End Column field. The number of characters used
in the End Column ID must be the same as the number of characters used in the Start
Column ID.
5. Enter the Start Row ID in the Start Row field.
6. Enter the End Row ID in the End Row field. The number of characters used in the End
Row ID must be the same as the number of characters used in the Start Row ID.

Continue with the following steps:

1. Click the drop-down menu in the Increment First By field and select either Row or
Column. The default increments by column with a standard grid pattern.
2. Click the drop-down menu in the Pattern field and select either Standard or Zigzag
to select a grid pattern.
3. Click the Generate ID button to generate the IDs.
4. Continue these steps until all 2D IDs are generated.
5. Close the 2D ID Generation dialog box when you are done. Files are automatically
saved.

Tip: Click any of the following buttons to achieve the appropriate function:
Append IDs: Add IDs to the end of the database file.
Insert IDS: Insert IDs in a specific location of the database file.
Cancel: Cancel the IDs function. Note, there cannot be any IDs in the list
box.
Remove: Remove a single ID from the list box by first highlighting the ID
and then clicking the Remove button.
Remove All: Remove all IDs from the list box.

4.5.4 3D IDs
A three-dimensional grid provides a matrix of three identifiers: elevation, column, and
row. It is often used in mapping readings on boiler tubes and similar assemblies. A 3D ID
is setup in a manner similar to the 3D ID described in the previous section, but with an
added value for elevation.
To create a sequence of 3D ID locations, follow these steps:

1. Click Create g 3D IDs. The 3D ID Generation dialog box opens.

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2. Enter the ID Prefix in the ID Prefix field.

3. Enter the Start Column ID in the Start Column field. This may be either a number or
an alphanumeric string of a word (or letters) followed by a number.
4. Enter the ending Column ID in the End Column field. The number of characters used
in the End Column ID must be the same as the number of characters used in the Start
Column ID.
5. Enter the Start Row ID in the Start Row field.
6. Enter the End Row ID in the End Row field. The number of characters used in the End
Row ID must be the same as the number of characters used in the Start Row ID.
7. Enter the Start Point in the Start Point field.
8. Enter the End Point in the End Point field.

Continue with the following steps:

1. Click the drop-down menu in the Increment First By field and select either Row,
Column, or Point.
2. Click the drop-down menu in the Increment Second By field and select either Row,
Column, or Point. The default increments by column with a standard grid pattern.
3. Click the drop-down menu in the Pattern field and select either Standard or Zigzag
to select a grid pattern.
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5. Continue these steps until all 3D IDs are generated.

6. Close the 3D ID Generation dialog box when you are done. Files are automatically
saved.

Tip: Click any of the following buttons to achieve the appropriate function:
Append IDs: Add IDs to the end of the database file.
Insert IDS: Insert IDs in a specific location of the database file.
Cancel: Cancel the IDs function. Note, there cannot be any IDs in the list
box.
Remove: Remove a single ID from the list box by first highlighting the ID
and then clicking the Remove button.
Remove All: Remove all IDs from the list box.

4.5.5 Boiler IDs

To create a sequence of Boiler ID locations, follow these steps:

1. Click Create g Boiler IDs. The Boiler ID Number Generation dialog box opens.

Table 10 Generating Boiler IDs

2. Enter the ID Prefix in the ID Prefix field.

3. Enter the start Tube ID in the Start Tube field.
4. Enter the ending Tube ID in the End Tube field.

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5. Click the drop-down menu in the Increment First By field and select either Tube,
Elevation, or Custom Point.
6. Click the drop-down menu in the Increment Second By field and select either Tube,
Elevation, or Custom Point.
7. Click the drop-down menu in the Pattern field and select either Standard or Zigzag.

Continue with the following steps:

1. Enter a custom point in the Custom Point field and click the Add button.
2. Enter an elevation in the Elevation field and click the Add button.
3. Click the Generate ID button to generate the IDs.
4. Continue these steps until all Boiler IDs are generated.
5. Close the Boiler ID Number Generation dialog box when you are done. Files are
automatically saved.

Tip: Click any of the following buttons to achieve the appropriate function:
Append IDs: Add IDs to the end of the database file.
Insert IDS: Insert IDs in a specific location of the database file.
Cancel: Cancel the IDs function. Note, there cannot be any IDs in the list
box.
Remove: Remove a single ID from the list box by first highlighting the ID
and then clicking the Remove button.
Remove All: Remove all IDs from the list box.

4.6 Adding/Inserting Memos to a File

You can add a memo or comment line at any point within the ID number string of a file.
To add a memo, follow these steps:

1. Select Create g Memo with the current file opens. A Memo Entry dialog box opens.

Figure 12 Entering Memo Information

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2. Enter the desired comment in the designated space.

3. Click either the Insert Memo or Append Memo button. The Memo Entry dialog box
is removed from the screen and the memo is transferred to the database.

The memo is broken up into lines that are a maximum of 37 characters long. If the
memo entered is larger than 37 characters, more than one memo entry appears in the
database file.

In order to cancel the memo entry, click the Cancel button and the dialog box is
removed from the screen without adding the memo to the database file.

4.7 Adding a Note to a File

You can add a Note to any file by selecting the Create g Note menu option. The note can
consist of ten characters or less and appears in the file header after the date of creation.
To add a note, follow these steps:

1. Select Create g Note. The Note Entry dialog box opens.

Figure 13 Entering Note Information

2. Enter a note in the Enter the Note Information field.

3. Click the Submit button.
The Note can be edited by selecting the menu option again or deleted by entering the
empty space in the Note Information field.

4.8 Deleting Entries from a File

As you add IDs to a file, the entries are displayed in a list format. To the left side of each
ID is a check box. To delete a single entry or multiple entries at one time, click the check
box next to the corresponding ID and select Edit g Delete. You cannot retrieve an entry
once it is deleted from the EPOCH 4 Interface Program.

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5 Transferring Files to/from the EPOCH 4

This chapter describes how to transfer files to and from the EPOCH 4 using the EPOCH 4
Interface Program.
Topics are as follows:
• Setting up the RS232 Communications Port
• Transferring a File to the EPOCH 4
• Receiving Collected Files from the EPOCH 4
• Managing Editable Parameters

5.1 Setting up the RS232 Communications Port

To check or set the communication protocols for the EPOCH 4 Interface Program, follow
these steps:

1. Select Setup Comm Port g Communications. The RS232 Setup dialog box opens.

Figure 14 Setting up the RS232 Parameters

The first time you access the RS232 Setup dialog box, the program defaults match the
default settings of the EPOCH 4. You can only change the Comm Port and Baud Rate
settings. The Parity, Data Bits and Stop Bits remain constant.
The default settings for the EPOCH 4 Interface Program are:
Comm Port: 1
Baud Rate: 38400
Parity: N
Data Bits: 8
Stop Bits: 1

Tip: You can change the EPOCH 4 parameters through the RS232 SETUP
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2. Click the Comm Port and Baud Rate fields to select a desired value.
3. Click the OK button. Click the Cancel button to cancel this function without making
changes to the communications parameters.

5.2 Transferring a File to the EPOCH 4

You may want to store various calibrations or waveforms in the EPOCH 4 Interface
Program for future reference. These files can be transmitted back to the EPOCH 4 and
recalled to the live screen for inspection purposes.
To transfer a file to the EPOCH 4, follow these steps:

1. Select Communications g Transmit Directory. The Directory Selection dialog box

opens.

Figure 15 Selecting a Directory

2. Select the appropriate drive and folder in which to display a list of EPOCH 4 files.
3. Click the OK button. Click the Cancel button to cancel this function and return the
main screen.

A list of EPOCH 4 files are displayed for the chosen directory.

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4. Select the files to send to the EPOCH 4 by clicking the box preceding the filename.
You can sort the list by filename, size, date, or time by clicking on the appropriate
heading.
5. Select Communications g Transmit Files once all the desired files are selected. A
progress dialog box is displayed for each of the files being sent to the EPOCH 4.

Figure 17 Transmitting Files

You can cancel transmitting the current file by pressing on the Cancel button. If you want
to cancel all remaining files from being transmitted, then press the Cancel All button in
the dialog box.

5.3 Receiving Collected Files from the EPOCH 4

A collected file is a file extracted from the memory of the EPOCH 4 and placed on the
computer. Portions of files can be copied and pasted in other Windows-based programs.
To extract a file from the EPOCH 4 the directory of the EPOCH 4 must first be
downloaded to the PC. Once the directory is downloaded, you can select which files to
receive from the EPOCH 4 and then initiate the receive function.

5.3.1 Download EPOCH Directory

In order to select which files are to be received from the EPOCH 4, you must first
download the directory of the EPOCH 4. To do this, select Communications g EPOCH
Directory. Once initiated, the interface program attempts to receive the directory.

5.3.2 Download EPOCH Files

A list of EPOCH 4 file appear on the screen once you have downloaded the EPOCH
directory.
To download a file or group of files, follow these steps:

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1. Select the files to receive from the EPOCH 4 by clicking the box preceding the
filename. You can sort the list by filename, date, or time by clicking on the appropriate
heading.

Figure 18 Viewing the Downloaded Files

2. Select Communications g Receive EPOCH Files once all the desired files are
selected. A RS232 Rx Progress dialog box opens for each of the files received from the
EPOCH 4.

Figure 19 Downloading Files

3. When each of the files has finished downloading, a Save As dialog box opens. You can
accept the name that appears in the Save As dialog box or you can select a new
filename. The default extension for files received from the EPOCH 4 is “4CL”.

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4. Click the Cancel button if you want to cancel downloading the current file. Click the
Cancel All button if you want to cancel the current file and all remaining files.

5.4 Managing Editable Parameters

Manage editable parameters by using the following functions:
• Receive editable parameters from the EPOCH 4
• Transmit editable parameters to the EPOCH 4
• View editable parameters from the EPOCH 4 Interface Program

5.4.1 Receiving Editable Parameters

To receive editable parameters, follow these steps:

1. Select Tools g Receive Editable Parameters. The EPOCH 4 Interface Program

receives a list of parameters and prompts you to save the file.
2. Save the list of editable parameters to your PC. After the list is saved, the new file
extension, "4EP", is used.

Note: You cannot modify the parameters after they are received from the
EPOCH 4.

5.4.2 Transmitting Editable Parameters

To transmit editable parameters, follow these steps:

1. Select Tools g Transmit Editable Parameters. The EPOCH 4 Interface Program

prompts you to select a file to transmit.

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2. Send the editable parameter file to the EPOCH 4.

5.4.3 Viewing Editable Parameters

To view editable parameters, follow these steps:

1. Select File g Open. The Open EPOCH 4 File dialog box opens.
2. Select the file type “EPOCH 4 Editable Parameters (*.4EP)" from the Open EPOCH
4 File dialog box. A list of files with the extension “4EP” will appear.
3. Select a file to view and click on the Open button. The Editable Parameter file opens.
4. Click the Transmit buttons to begin transferring the displayed parameter list to the
EPOCH 4, or click the Receive button to receive a new editable parameter list.

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6 Managing EPOCH 4 Files

This chapter describes how to manage EPOCH 4 files.
Topics are as follows:
• Listing EPOCH 4 Files
• Opening an EPOCH 4 File
• Saving an EPOCH 4 File to a Different Name
• Printing an EPOCH 4 File
• Closing an EPOCH 4 File
• Deleting an EPOCH 4 File
• Uncompressing Waveforms

6.1 Listing EPOCH 4 Files

The EPOCH 4 Interface Program can list all the EPOCH 4 files in a particular directory.
To list all files in a directory follow these steps:

1. Select File g Directory.

2. Select the drive and folder where the EPOCH 4 files are located. Once selected, a list
of files is displayed.

Figure 21 Listing Files in a Directory

Once the list is displayed, you can sort the list by filename, location, size, date and
time. In order to do this, click on the appropriate heading.
3. Click on either the filename or the location to open a file from the directory list.

6.2 Opening an EPOCH 4 File

There are two ways to open and view an EPOCH 4 file:

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• Click on the filename or file location from a directory.

• Select File g Open.

6.3 Saving an EPOCH 4 File to a Different Name

You can save an EPOCH 4 file as another name by selecting File g Save As. The Save As
option duplicates the file. The new, renamed file appears on the screen; the original file
closes.

Note: If you need to keep both the original file and the file with changes, the
sequence of the steps to take is as follows (not the reverse as in most
applications):

1. Save the file by the Save As option.

2. Make changes in the new file, the changes become permanent once the file
is closed.

6.4 Printing an EPOCH 4 File

To print an EPOCH 4 file, follow these steps:

1. Select File g Print.

2. Setup print parameters as you would any Windows file.
3. Click the OK button.

6.5 Closing an EPOCH 4 File

Close an EPOCH 4 file by selecting File g Close. Once you close an EPOCH 4 file, all
changes made to the file become permanent.

6.6 Deleting EPOCH 4 Files

Delete an EPOCH 4 file from the PC by first displaying a directory listing. Then select the
files to be deleted by clicking the check box preceding the filename and selecting File g
Delete.

Note: The Delete option is permanent and once a file is deleted from the disk, it
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6.7 Uncompressing Waveforms

The B-Scan Display screen has its own menu bar that is different from the main interface
program menu bar. The B-Scan menu bar includes File, Edit, and View options.

6.7.1 B-Scan File Menu

The B-Scan File menu contains functions for basic B-Scan operations such as closing,
saving, and printing waveform files. The table below defines the B-Scan File menu
options.

Option Description

Close Closes the uncompressed B-Scan view and returns to

the full file view.
Save As Saves the data for a single B-Scan ID, which is
displayed in the uncompressed view.
Save Data to Excel Saves the B-Scan waveform and setup data to an Excel
Spreadsheet. When you select this option, you must
enter a filename in order to save the data.
Print Displays the B-Scan Print Option dialog box. Select
one of the following check boxes:
• Current View
• Compressed Waveform
• Uncompressed Waveform
• ASCAN/RF Waveform
• Data
• All
Table 11 B-Scan File Menu

6.7.2 B-Scan Edit Menu

The B-Scan Edit menu lets you copy or find waveform files. The table below defines the
B-Scan Edit menu options.

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Option Description

Copy Saves a waveform to the clipboard. Select one of the

radio buttons available from the B-Scan Copy Options
dialog box: Current View, Compressed Waveform,
Uncompressed Waveform, or ASCAN/RF Waveform.
Find Searches for specified information. Enter information
in the text field that you want to find and click the OK
button. The program will begin searching the open
document.
Table 12 B-Scan Edit Menu

6.7.3 B-Scan View Menu

The B-Scan View menu contains options that let you decide what information in a file to
display on the screen. The table below defines the B-Scan View menu option.

Option Description

All Data Displays all the data of the uncompressed waveform in

the table to the right of the waveforms.
Min Data Displays the min data points of the uncompressed
waveform in the table to the right of the waveforms.
Max Data Displays the max data points of the uncompressed
waveform in the table to the right of the waveforms.
Min Max Data Displays the min and max data points of the
uncompressed waveform in the table to the right of the
waveforms.
Alarm Data Displays the alarm data points of the uncompressed
waveform in the table to the right of the waveforms.
Alarm data will be highlighted in red.
LOS Data Displays any Loss of Signal (LOS) data points of the
uncompressed waveform in the table to the right of the
waveforms. LOS data will be highlighted in grey.
Waveform Data Displays all of the points of the uncompressed
waveform where an A-Scan file was stored. Waveform
data will be highlighted in Orange.
Table 13 B-Scan View Menu

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6.7.4 Uncompressing a B-Scan Waveform

The Uncompressed option displays both a compressed and uncompressed B-Scan for a
highlighted area. A light blue background is used to represent the highlighted area in both
the compressed and uncompressed waveforms.

Figure 22 B-Scan Display Screen

The B-Scan Display screen consists of several interactive elements that offer a
comprehensive data analysis.
• Scroll Bar
• Current Point Information
• Data Table
• Legend
• B-Scan Menu

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6.7.5 Scroll Bar

A scroll bar is displayed between the compressed and uncompressed waveforms that
appear on the B-Scan Display screen. This scroll bar is used to move the highlighted area
in the compressed view, and as a result, update the uncompressed view to reflect the new
highlighted area.

Figure 23 B-Scan Scroll Bar

6.7.6 Current Point Information

A yellow vertical line and yellow box are displayed in the uncompressed view. This line
and box represent the detail of a current point, which varies based on the type of B-Scan
that is displayed. For example, the current point for a B-Scan taken in Manual mode is the
index number; the yellow box indicates the index number and thickness at that point.
However, the current point for a B-Scan taken in either Uni-directional mode or Bi-
directional mode is the Distance Travelled value; the yellow box indicates the Distance
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Figure 24 B-Scan Current Point Information

If you right-click your mouse and drag the yellow box either left or right, the vertical line
changes position. Once you release the mouse button, the thickness and DT/Index will be
updated. If you go beyond the uncompressed view, then the uncompressed view will be
updated.

6.7.7 Data Table

A data table is displayed to the right of the waveforms, which lists all of the uncompressed
waveform data. The data that is displayed depends upon the B-Scan mode. The index that
corresponds to the vertical marker on the uncompressed waveform will be highlighted.

Figure 25 B-Scan Data Table

The Index column for Manual mode is the index number of the data; the DT column is the
index of the uncompressed data; and the Depth column is the depth at that index number.
The Index column for Uni-directional and Bi-directional modes is the index of the data;
the DT column is the distance travelled of the uncompressed data; and the Depth column
is the depth at that index number.
The data table is color-coded. The following colors are used to identify types of data in the
table:

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• Blue: Minimum Values

• Green: Maximum Values
• Red: Alarm Values
• Grey: LOS Values
• Orange: Any value that has an A-Scan or RF waveform associated with it. Note, if the
value is an alarm value, then the red color takes precedence.
• Black: All other data
• Yellow: Current value that is indicated on the uncompressed waveform

Note: The index represented by the vertical marker will be highlighted in Blue.

Use the drop-down box at the top of the data table to change data selections to any of the
following options listed in the table below.

Option Description

View All Data Displays all the data for the uncompressed waveform.
View Min Data Displays the min data points of the uncompressed waveform.
View Max Data Displays the max data points of the uncompressed waveform.
View Min Max Data Displays both the min and max data of the uncompressed
waveform.
View Alarm Data Displays the alarm data of the uncompressed waveform.
View LOS Data Displays the LOS data of the uncompressed waveform.
View Min Depth Displays the min depth data of the uncompressed waveform.
Data
Table 14 B-Scan Data Table Definitions

6.7.8 Legend
A legend appears at the bottom right corner of the screen displaying the type of data
contained in the table.

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The first column contains a description of the type of data and in parentheses, the number
of values associated with that type of data. The second column contains the values or range
of values for the type of data. For the waveforms, this column will say "A-Scan" or "RF".
If you select the Alarm option for the waveforms in the EPOCH 4 flaw detector, then the
waveforms and alarm values are the same and color-coded red.
If a minimum value is also an alarm value, then the minimum value is color-coded red.

Note: The alarm color red takes precedence over any other color.

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7 Managing EPOCH 4 Entries

This chapter describes how to edit EPOCH 4 entries. An EPOCH 4 file must be open in
order to edit an entry. You must also turn on the Edit Mode to delete a retrieved EPOCH
4 file.
Topics are as follows:
• Deleting an Entry
• Clearing an Entry
• Finding an Entry
• Copying an Entry
• Undoing an Edit Operation

7.1 Deleting an Entry

As you add IDs to a file, the entries are displayed in a list format. To the left side of each
ID is a check box. To delete a single entry or multiple entries at one time, click the check
box next to the corresponding ID and select Edit g Delete.

7.2 Clearing an Entry

Only thickness readings can be cleared.
To clear a thickness reading, follow these steps:

1. Select the check box preceding the entry.

2. Select Edit g Clear.

7.3 Finding an Entry

You can search for text within an EPOCH 4 database or collected file by using the find
function.
To find an entry, follow these steps:

1. Select Edit g Find. A Find dialog box opens.

2. Type the text you want to search for in the text box.
3. Click the OK button. If the entered text exists in the file, it will appear highlighted.
4. Click the Find option again in order to find and highlight the next location of the same
text.

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7.4 Copying an Entry

You can copy an entry of an EPOCH 4 file to the clipboard in order to paste it into another
Windows-based application.
To copy an entry, follow these steps:

1. Select the check box preceding the entry you want to copy.
2. Select Edit g Copy. A dialog box with the selected data opens.

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3. Click the Copy to Clipboard button to copy the displayed data to the Windows
clipboard. Once this button is clicked, the button text changes to Close Window.
4. Switch to the Windows-based application you wish to paste the item into and use the
paste command from that application. Note, once you click the Copy to Clipboard
button, whatever was in the Windows clipboard is erased and the new data is saved.
5. Continue selecting and copying until finished.

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7.5 Undoing an Edit Operation

You can undo a delete or clear operation. The preceding delete or clear operation is
undone when you select Edit g Undo. You can continue undoing as many delete or clear
operations that were done from the time the file was opened. However, the changes
become permanent once the file is closed or the display is changed.

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8 Viewing Selected Information in an File

This chapter describes how to view specific information in an EPOCH 4 file. When the file
is initially opened, the default is to view all the information in the file.
Topics are as follows:
• Viewing All Information
• Viewing ID Information Only
• Viewing Setup Information Only
• Viewing Waveform Information Only
• Viewing Memo Information Only

8.1 Viewing All Information

You can choose to view all the information in an EPOCH 4 database or collected file.
Viewing all information is the default selection when the file is first opened. To view all
the information, select View g All.

8.2 Viewing ID Information Only

You can choose to view only the ID information line of an EPOCH 4 database or collected
file. To view the ID information only, select View g ID. All ID information lines are
displayed whether there is a thickness reading stored or if it is a blank ID.

Figure 28 Viewing ID Information Only

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8.3 Viewing Setup Information Only

To view Setup Information Only, select View g Setup. If there is no setup information in
the file, only the filename is displayed.

Figure 29 Viewing Setup Information Only

8.4 Viewing Waveform Information Only

To view Waveform Information Only, select View g Waveform. If there is no waveform
information in the file, only the filename is displayed.

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8.5 Viewing Memo Information Only

To view Memo Information Only, select View g Memo. If there is no memo information
in the file, only the filename is displayed.

Figure 31 Viewing Memo Information Only

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9 Importing Files to an EPOCH 4 Format

This chapter describes how to import files to an EPOCH 4 format. You can import files
from either an EPOCH III format or from a 36DL PLUS. All information from an EPOCH
III file can be imported to the EPOCH 4 Interface Program. However, only the ID
information can be imported from a 36DL PLUS file.
Topics are as follows:
• Importing an EPOCH III File
• Importing a 36DL PLUS Database File

9.1 Importing an EPOCH III File

To import an EPOCH III file, follow these steps:

1. Select File g Import. The Import File dialog box opens.

Figure 32 Selecting Parameters to Import an EPOCH III File

2. Select a file to import by clicking on the Select File button. The Open dialog box
opens.

Select the drive, folder and file to import. Once a file is selected, an output filename is
automatically given as the same filename as the selected file except with the extension
of “4DB” instead of “EDB” or “4CL” instead of “ECL”. If you want to change the
name of the file, then click on the Select Output Filename button and enter a new
filename.
3. Select the EPOCH III radio button from the Select the Import Format field.

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4. Select the information to import (All, IDs only, Memos, Waveform and Setup data)
from the Import Information area.
5. Click the Import button.
6. When the import function is complete select Yes to view the file. The Import File
dialog box closes and the imported file is displayed. If you select No, the Import File
Dialog box remains open.
7. Click the Close button to close the Import File dialog box.

9.2 Importing a 36DL PLUS Database File

To import a 36DL PLUS database file, follow these steps:

1. Select File g Import, the Import File dialog box opens.

Figure 33 Selecting Parameters to Import a 36DL PLUS File

2. Select a file to import by clicking on the Select File button. The Open dialog box
opens.

Select the drive, folder and file to import. Once a file is selected, an output filename is
automatically given as the same filename as the selected file except with the extension
of “4DB” instead of “EDB” or “4CL” instead of “ECL”. If you want to change the
name of the file, then click on the Select Output Filename button and enter a new
filename.
3. Select the 36DLP radio button from the Select the Import Format field.
4. Click on the Import button.

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5. When the import function is complete select Yes to view the file, The Import File
dialog box closes and the imported file is displayed. If you select No, the Import File
dialog box remains open.
6. Click the Close button to close the Import File dialog box.

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10 Exporting EPOCH 4 Files

This chapter describes how to export an EPOCH 4 database or collected file in any of the
available file formats.
Topic is as follows:
• Exporting a File

10.1 Exporting a File

You can export an EPOCH 4 database or collected file to any of the following file formats:
• Character Spaced Values
• Comma-separated Values (CSV)
• Data Interchange Format (DIF)
• Excel (XLS)
• HTML
• Lotus 1-2-3
• Rich Text Format (RTF)
• Tab Separated Text
• Tab Separated Values
• Text (TXT)
• Word for Windows (DOC)

To export an EPOCH 4 database or file, follow these steps:

1. Select File g Export. The EPOCH 4 Export dialog box opens.

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Figure 34 Exporting a File

2. Click the Select File button to select an EPOCH 4 file. An Open File dialog box opens.
3. Select a file from the Open File dialog box and click the Open button.

Once you click the Open button, the file is scanned and all IDs are displayed in the
EPOCH 4 Export dialog box. Any ID information such as alarm, mode, measurement,
or waveform information, is also displayed.
4. Select the file format from the drop-down menu in the Export Type field.
5. Select the check boxes next to the items you want to export from the Export Items
area. By default, all items are selected.

Tip: You can preview the report by selecting the View button.

6. Click the Export button. The Choose Export File dialog box opens.
7. Enter a file name and click the Save button. Once you click the Save button, the file is
exported and saved to the filename that you provided.

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8. Use the appropriate program to open the exported file. For example, if you exported
the file to an Excel format, open the file in Excel.

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Index
A Documentation
related documentation 13
Audience 12
revision history 14
B sending comments 13
typographic conventions 12
B-Scan Download EPOCH Directory 37
current point information 46 Download EPOCH Files 37–39
data table 47
Edit menu 43 E
File menu 43
Edit Menu
legend 48
clear 19
scroll bar 46
copy 19
uncompressing a B-Scan waveform 45
delete 19
View menu 44
edit mode on/off 19
C find 19
select all 19
Communications Menu undo 19
Epoch directory 22 Editable parameters 39–40
receive Epoch files 22 receiving 39
setup comm port 22 transmitting 39
transmit directory 22 viewing 40
transmit files 22 Entry
Create Menu clearing 51
2D IDs 21 copying 52
3D IDs 21 deleting 51
Boiler IDs 21 finding 51
Manual IDs 21 EPOCH 4 Files
memo 21 closing 42
note 21 deleting 42
Sequential IDs 21 listing 41
opening 41–42
D printing 42
Database File saving as 42
adding a note 33 Export File Formats 63
adding/inserting IDs 26 Exporting
adding/inserting memos 32–33 EPOCH 4 files 63–65
closing 26
creating 25 F
deleting entries 33 File Menu
opening 25–26 close 18
saving 25 delete 18

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exit 18 Product Description 11
export 18
import 18 R
new 17
open 18 Receiving Collected Files 37
page setup 18 RS232 Communications
print 18 default settings 35
save as 18 setup 35–36

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Help Menu Tools Menu

about 23 customize 23
contents 23 language 23
receive editable parameters 23
I transmit editable parameters 23
upgrade Epoch 4 23
IDs Transferring 35
2D 28–29 Transferring Files 36
3D 29–31 Typographic Conventions 12
Boiler 31–32
Manual 26–27 U
Sequential 27–28
Importing Uncompressing waveforms 43–49
36DL PLUS Database files 60–61 Undoing an Edit Operation 53
EPOCH III files 59–60
V
Installing
procedures 15–16 View Menu
requirements 15 all 20
ID 20
M memo 20
Menu Functions setup 20
Communications 21 uncompress 20
Create 20 waveform 20
Edit 19 Viewing Files
File 17 all information 55
Help 23 ID information only 55
Tools 22 memo information only 57
View 19 setup information only 56
waveform information only 56

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