Operations Manual

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Operations Manual

Document No. GUK0018/2007 issue 02
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The information, drawings and any other descriptive matter set out in this publication are
the confidential and copyright property of Geismar (U.K.) Limited and must not be
disclosed, loaned, copied or used for any manufacturing, tendering or for any other
purpose without their written permission.
The data and information contained in this publication are not binding and the
manufacturer reserves the right to make modifications at any time, for technical or
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countries.
AMENDMENTS
Issue Number
Page(s) Amended
Date
Authorised By
Preliminary
Issue 01
Issue 02
First issue
8,10,17,20,24,41,48For
software
version
3
onwards, narrow gauge added
14/03/07
03/04/07
11/03/08
A Leyland
A Leyland
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Operating Manual
for GEISMAR Amber Manual Track Geometry Recording Unit
Contents
1.0
General Introduction ........................................................................................................... 6
2.0
Specification and measuring Parameters ...................................................................... 7
2.1Metric (Standard Gauge) ............................................................................................... 7
2.2Imperial (Standard Gauge) ........................................................................................... 8
2.3Metric (Narrow Gauge) .................................................................................................. 9
2.4Imperial (Narrow Gauge) ............................................................................................. 10
3
Principal components of the Amber unit.......................................................................... 11
3.1Folding Unit ................................................................................................................... 11
3.2Fixed Length Unit ......................................................................................................... 12
3.3Amber unit control buttons ........................................................................................ 13
3.4Amber Unit event buttons .......................................................................................... 14
3.4.1Programming the Event Button .......................................................................... 14
4
Operation of the hand held PC software .......................................................................... 15
4.1Operating the menu screen........................................................................................ 15
4.2Using the on-screen key board. ................................................................................ 16
4.3Working Off Line or On Line ...................................................................................... 17
5
Set up and recording procedure ...................................................................... 18
5.1
On tracking ............................................................................................ 18
5.2
Track Recording Setting up ................................................................. 21
5.2.1 Switching on - Unit and hand held PC(PDA) ............................ 21
5.2.2 Closing the Job .......................................................................... 28
5.2.3 Updating location ....................................................................... 29
5.2.4 Adding existing comments........................................................ 30
5.2.5 Creating a new comment ........................................................... 32
5.2.6 Cant re-zeroing whilst collecting data ...................................... 34
5.2.7 Job settings, storing copying and deleting ............................. 34
5.2.7.1Copying or deleting a job setting ............................................. 34
5.3 System Security - Using your password and Operator ID ................................. 36
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6
Operating Menu sequence ................................................................................ 37
7
Operating Menu function descriptions ............................................................ 39
8
Tolerance Profiles (Administrator and Supervisor levels only) .................... 42
8.1
Creating a profile................................................................................... 42
8.2
Editing a Profile ..................................................................................... 43
8.2.1 Copying a Profile.......................................................................... 43
8.2.2 Editing a Profile ............................................................................ 43
8.3
Dealing with profile conflicts ............................................................... 43
8.4
Updating profiles to other users .......................................................... 44
8.4.1 Circulating an updated profile................................................... 44
8.5
9
Receiving an updated profile ............................................................... 44
Data collection and transfer ............................................................................. 45
9.1 Typical Measurement Data ........................................................................ 46
9.2 Typical Exceedance Data ............................................................................ 47
10
Pairing 48
11
Maintenance 48
12
Battery Management and Charging ................................................................. 50
13
ReportingFaults ................................................................................................. 50
14
Confidentiality Notice ........................................................................................ 51
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1.0 General Introduction
The Amber is a battery powered compact manual track geometry recording unit. It is
designed for the continuous measurement of gauge, cross level, distance and twist
over two different twist bases.
Two design versions are available:(i)
Folding single piece unit with integral push handle for gauges of 1100mm and
above.
(ii)
Fixed length unit with detachable push handle for gauges below 1100mm.
Unless stated otherwise all details in this manual relate to both versions
The collected data is presented to the operator in real time and displayed and stored
on a PDA pocket PC utilising ‘Bluetooth®’ technology and carried by the operator.
Collected data can be viewed on the PDA and is readily down loaded for emailing and
transferring to a Microsoft Excel® spreadsheet for presentation and analysis.
The GEISMAR Amber manual track geometry recording unit is accredited with setting
new standards in the presentation of collected data. This follows extensive trials and
market assessment which has produced key features including:·
Hand held display Real time monitoring and display of all measurements
·
Exceedance alerts Automatically monitors measurements against any chosen
track geometry profile to alert the operator visually and audibly to any tolerance
exceedance(s). Multiple tolerances can be created and stored for instant recall.
·
Asset monitoring Store comments about track and line side conditions and
features by means of a text box and 3-button event marker. All comments can
be stored and retrieved for repeat notes.
·
Management report in addition to producing a standard data file, an
Exceedance Data file is also produced which provides an immediate
management report of any exceedance(s) (highlighted in colour) and any
comments/events recorded on the track.
·
Security Password protection of selected functions provides security for certain
features/settings whilst keeping the actual operating functions and set up
procedure on site to a minimum.
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2.0 Specification and measuring Parameters
2.1
Metric (Standard Gauge)
Measurements
Gauge: -20 to +50 mm datum set at 1435mm
Measurement accuracy:- +/-1mm
Cross Level (Cant):Accuracy:-
+/-200 mm
+/-1mm over 0-200mm
Track Twist: +/-100mm
Measurement accuracy:- +/-1.5 mm
Twist 1 base length :adjustable in 0.125m steps
Exceedance settings
Gauge –
Cross level
Twist
Distance: -
Recorded every 125mm
Accuracy < 5mm/m
Adjustable in steps of 1m when updating location
Measuring resolution
0.1mm
Manual Event:-
3 Button text input
Text comment box
Batteries:Autonomy:Charging:Charging Time:-
Integral rechargeable NiMH
20 hours (PDA see manufacturers )
Via external 230vac input charging unit (others by request)
24 hours for complete charge
1415 to 1485mm
+/- 200mm
+/- 100mm
adjustable in 1mm steps
Operating Temperature:- -5°C to +40°C
Weight
Size:-
:-
10.0Kg.excluding PDA
Folded for carrying, 1105mm long x 250mm high x 500mm wide
Transit Case 1215mm long x 320mm high x 565 mm wide
Total Shipping weight in transit case – 29kgs
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2.2
Imperial (Standard Gauge)
Measurements
Gauge: - 0.75” to +2.0” mm datum set at 58.5”
Measurement accuracy:- +/- 0.04”
+/- 8.0”
+/- 0.04” over 0 – 8.0”
Track Twist: +/- 4.0”
Twist 1 base length :adjustable in 0.125yd steps
Exceedance settings
Gauge –
Cross level
Twist
Distance: -
Recorded every 0.125yds
Accuracy < 0.2”/yd
Adjustable in steps of 1yd when updating location
0.01”
Manual Event:-
3 Button text input
Text comment box
57.2” to 60.5”
default 0 default 0 -
adjustable in 0.1” steps
Operating Temperature:- 23°F to +104°F
Weight
Size:-
:-
≤22 lbs.excluding PDA
Folded for carrying, 43.5” long x 9.85” high x 19.7”” wide
Transit Case 47.8” long x 12.6” high x 22.1” wide
Total shipping weight in Transit Case 64lbs
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2.3
Metric (Narrow Gauge)
Measurements
Gauge: -20 to +50 mm datum set at 597mm
Measurement accuracy:- +/-1mm
+/-90 mm
+/-1mm over 0-200mm
Track Twist: +/-100mm
Measurement accuracy:- +/-1.5 mm
Exceedance settings
Gauge –
Cross level
Twist
Distance: -
Recorded every 125mm
Accuracy < 5mm/m
Adjustable in steps of 1m when updating location
0.1mm
Manual Event:-
3 Button text input
Text comment box
577 to 647mm
+/- 90mm
+/- 100mm
Operating Temperature:- -5°C to +40°C
Weight
Size:-
:-
10.0Kg.excluding PDA
1100mm long x 250mm high x 400mm wide with handle stored
Transit Case 1215mm long x 320mm high x 565 mm wide
Total Shipping weight in transit case – 29kgs
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2.4
Imperial (Narrow Gauge)
Measurements
Gauge: - 0.75” to +2.0” mm datum set at 23.5”
+/- 3.5”
+/- 0.04” over 0 – 8.0”
Track Twist: +/- 4.0”
Exceedance settings
Gauge –
Cross level
Twist
Distance: -
Recorded every 0.125yds
Accuracy < 0.2”/yd
Adjustable in steps of 1yd when updating location
0.01”
Manual Event:-
3 Button text input
Text comment box
22.75” to 25.5”
default 0 default 0 -
Operating Temperature:- 23°F to +104°F
Weight
Size:-
:-
22 lbs.excluding PDA
43.5” long x 9.85” high x 19.7”” wide with handle stored
Transit Case 47.8” long x 12.6” high x 22.1” wide
Total shipping Weight in Transit case 64 lbs
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3 Principal components of the Amber unit
3.1
Folding Unit
Mains charger charging socket
Item No
Description
Folding unit
1
Amber Main Unit
2
Hinge Clip
3
Push Handle Assembly
4
5
1 x Handle retaining strap
1x Handle retaining clip
6
Wheel Assembly
7
Contact Roller Assembly
8
Carry Handle Assembly
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3.2
Fixed Length Unit
1
8
Tacho wheel
Mains charg er charging socket
3
4
6
5
Item
No
Description
Fixed length unit
1
2
3
Amber Main Unit
Not Applicable
Push Handle Assembly
Detachable
Handle retaining straps
Handle retaining clips
Wheel Assembly
Contact Roller Assembly
Carry Handle Assembly
4
5
6
7
8
Tacho wheel
7
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3.3
Amber unit control buttons
C
A
B
Button A - (lightning flash) switches the unit on. To operate depress and hold
until the word ‘discoverable’ appears as pic below and note the battery level
indicator.
Button B – (thumbs up) switches the unit off but only following a data recording
run. When exiting the software the unit’s alarm will bleep continuously which is
the prompt to depress button to switch it off. To switch off the unit before a
recording has been set up, press buttons B and C simultaneously.
Button C – (tools) an auxiliary button for use in conjunction with A and C for
selected set up procedures.
Battery Indicator
level in nominal
steps of 10%
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3.4
Amber Unit event buttons
The Amber unit incorporates a programmable 3-button event marker for speedy
recording of pre selected events whilst carrying out a recording run. Pressing
any of the buttons will store the relevant event comment(s) in the data files.
When the event button(s) is pressed the red neon light will flash and the event
description(s) will flash briefly on the acquisition screen
Red neon light
Event button 2
Event button 1
Event button 3
3.4.1 Programming the Event Button
From menu select <Settings> - <Event Marker Text>
Select from the drop down menus an existing text or select New to create new
(key board will appear) or select Copy to modify an existing one or Delete to
delete an entry. See Para 4.2 using the on-screen keyboard.
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4 Operation of the hand held PC software
Each unit is provided with its own PDA (hand held PC) incorporating a touch screen
display using the stylus provided. Each PDA is ‘paired’ to work with a specific Amber
unit and none other. To change this refer to Para10.0 section on ‘Pairing’
4.1
Operating the menu screen .
Paragraphs 6.0 and 7.0 provide a menu layout and a detailed description of
each menu item. This section provides a guide to actually operating the screen
which comprises a series of scrolling menus and sub menus.
Scrolling through the menu:-
Tapping the screen in this area will
scroll the menu down wards
Tapping the screen in this area will
scroll the menu upwards
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Accessing different menu levels:-
When the item window is shadowed in green as above, it indicates that there is
a sub menu. To access the sub menu tap the item window. To return to any
previous menu level press hold and release the item window(s) until the desired
level is reached.
4.2
Using the on-screen key board.
Any keyboard or virtual keyboard provided on the PDA will be disabled when
used in conjunction with the Amber. In order to input information, values or
comments etc the Amber software provides its own virtual QUERTY keyboard.
This virtual keyboard will automatically appear when selecting NEW in any drop
down dialogue box or when tapping the dialogue screen for setting of tolerance
profiles and location details. The keyboard provides for entering letters,
numbers or symbols
To make an entry tap the appropriate button.
Where two characters share a common
button, tap once for the first character or tap
twice in quick succession (whilst the button is
depressed) for the second character. To
correct an entry, tap Del to erase character
by character progressing from the right hand
side. It is not possible to correct from a mid
point. Select Caps for an initial capital letter
or caps for entries to be all lower case or
CAPS for entries to be all upper case. The
dialogue window will display up to 16
characters but single entries can be of 200
character length.
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4.3
Working Off Line or On Line
It is possible to operate the Amber software whilst the Amber unit is switched
off (Off Line). When operated Off Line certain menu functions such as Cant
Rezero, Start Job or System Status (details in Para 7.0) will not be available.
The Off Line feature is an ideal facility for preparing Jobs in the office or
remotely whilst the Amber unit may be elsewhere or being charged (NB please
note that it is not possible to work On Line whilst the Amber unit is being
charged). To operate Off Line simply switch on the hand held PC and select
the Amber short cut. When Off Line and requiring to work On Line, switch the
Amber unit on and from Select Job menu page scroll to <Connect>and select.
(01) Off Line
(02) On Line
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5 Set up and recording procedure
5.1
On tracking
Before use all operators must be familiar with the operation of the equipment in
relation to the requirements of the relevant Railway Administration for inspection and
safety on track.
Fig 1Carrying position for folding unit
when in the folded position
Fig 2
Fig 3
A folding Amber unit should be carried as fig 1 when in its folded position. Always
ensure that the push handle is stored in the retaining clip and that the handle
retaining strap is in position and fastened before carrying in the folded position.
Apart from this carrying position NEVER carry any unit purely by the push handle.
Fig 2 and 3 show a folding unit being assembled in to position on track. Whilst resting
the partially extended unit on top of both rail heads as shown, use the hinge clip to
fasten the two arms together so that the unit becomes fully extended and secure.
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Fig 5- carrying position for a fixed length unit.
Fig 4 carrying position for folding unit when set up
To set up on track place the unit in the ‘four foot’(position the unit in the opposite
direction of planned travel if the cant rezero calibration is to be carried out as this will
save a little time). Position one side of the unit with the contact rollers against the
inside running edge of the rail and compress the unit so that the opposing set of
contact rollers can also fit against the opposite rail running edge.
For the fixed length unit screw the push handle in to position.
Once in position on track, check that the unit is seated on the track correctly by
pushing to and fro to ensure that it runs smoothly.
Brake Check Before proceeding you must check for the correct operation of
the unit’s self braking capability. Compress the unit manually whilst on track
and slowly release and observe that it freely opens out without any assistance.
If this does not happen STOP and return the unit to base. Otherwise proceed
with the measuring process which will be taken as confirmation that the units
braking is fully operational, the date for this being as recorded on the
subsequent recording runs.
Fig 6
For units fitted with nyloc retaining nuts as Fig 6
additionally check that at least one of the running
wheels will not spin freely. The wheels should be
free to turn but at least one must not spin. If this is
so it confirms that the wheel braking is operative
If this does not happen STOP and return the unit
to base.
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Folding amber Unit on track
Fixed length unit on track with push
handle screwed in to position
When on track wait 45 seconds to allow the unit’s electronics to stabilise and then the
unit is ready for track recording setting up. When set up as described in Para 5.2 push
the unit as shown at a comfortable walking pace – do not run – taking care to avoid
any tripping hazards in or around the track. In particular take note of the following :·
When pushing through S&C you must always stop to guide the unit past the
crossing nose by manually compressing the unit slightly.
·
Exercise caution passing through breather switches when measuring in a
direction opposite to normal traffic flow. Depending upon the size of opening it
may be necessary to guide the unit over the breather switch by manually
compressing the unit slightly.
·
In the event of a derailment of the unit check for any damage and avoiding any
turning of the tacho wheel. If the unit is not fit for use terminate the recording
run as described in Para 5.2.2.
Otherwise replace the unit back on track as near as possible to the point of
derailment to minimise any potential error in the distance measurement and
repeat the on track procedure described previously. (Re-zeroing should not be
necessary unless the unit has received a serious knock in which case it is likely
to be unfit for use any way.)
When you are ready to continue measuring pull the unit backwards to a position
approximately 1metre before the point of derailment and then proceed to
measure in the forward direction. Doing this will over write the previously
collected data starting from the point at which measuring recommenced. This
means that any irregular readings created by the derailment will have been
removed and over written. Please note that this over writing will also include
any comments or events that may have been recorded also. In other words
any events or comments affected will need to be re applied.
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5.2
Track Recording Setting up
5.2.1 Switching on - Unit and hand held PC(PDA)
Set up the unit for recording by following the sequence below:(01) Press the ‘flash button’ on the Amber unit and hold down until the word
‘discoverable’ is visible on the LCD screen.
(02) Switch on the hand held PDA. The Bluetooth icon should be clear to show
it is activated. If not click and follow prompts to activate.
(03) On the PDA select ‘start’
(04) Select ‘shortcut’ to Amber
Bluetooth icon
On or Off
Please note that depending upon the type of PDA the Blue Tooth icon my vary.
(05)
Enter Operator ID from drop down menu or type in new name. The
System security defaults to the last used
level. To change System Security tap the
window and type in new password. To
change a password or operator ID during a
recording run it will be necessary to exit the
software and Log In again with the revised
details. For more information see Para 5.3
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(06) and (07) Scroll to Cant Rezero. If current temperature is coloured red
select Cant Rezero if green scroll to System Status.
To proceed with the ‘Cant Re-zero’ procedure, ensure that the Amber gauge is
on track (track can be canted) but avoid any of the wheels resting on a joint.
Note the position of the unit on track in preparation for the unit being turned
through 180º back in line with the original position. To save time it is best that
the unit is put on track facing the opposite direction to which the eventual
recording will take place.
(08) Select ‘start’
(09) Turn the unit through 180º
back in line with the original
position and select ‘Start’.
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(10) Confirmation that calibration
Is completed. Select ‘OK’
12) Shows battery status of the unit.
Colour red denotes 25% capacity
(11) Scroll to System Status
(13) Scroll to Open Job, tap drop
down menu, select New and tap Open
Job window.
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(14)Click down arrow for Route ID
(15) Make selection and repeat for
other reference items
If a required description does not exist in the drop down menu, select ‘New’.
This will cause the virtual keyboard to appear (see Para 4.2). The required
description can be typed in and will be stored automatically for future reference.
Any existing or stored descriptions can be edited or deleted. Follow the prompt
in the drop down menu
DO NOT USE SYMBOL CHARACTERS AS PART OF THE DESCRIPT IONS
FOR ROUTE ID or TRACK ID. Simply enter letters or number or spaces.
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(16) Scroll to Start Location
(18) Scroll to Tolerance Profile and
(17) Enter details, select Km or
Miles/Yds,
chose
Increment
or
decrement. Tap the dialogue screen
to call up the virtual key board to enter
large values.
See Para 4.2 for
keyboard operation
(19) Choose Tolerance Profile
and scroll to Start Job
tap drop down arrow
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(20) Note the summary details
table at top of screen. Job details
are now saved for either future use
see Para 5.2.7 or to proceed with job
tap Select Start Job.
(21) Initial Acquisition Page
(22) Acquisition Page Recording. This shows all measurements in real time.
The coloured icons indicate a
tolerance exceedance – Green = OK,
Amber = Level 1 fault and Red =
Level 2 fault. Note that the battery
indicator bar which will reduce in
length as the battery level reduces.
When this changes to RED battery
level has 25% capacity remaining.
The speed indicator changes through
green to red if data collection is being
carried out too fast.
A normal
walking pace is fine.
Note the temperature indicator. If
this is red, pause the recording and
carry out a rezeroing Para 5.2.6
To close the job select pause and
follow prompts see Para 5.2.2.
Pausing the job also allows (i)
updating the location details Para
5.2.3 (ii) adding a comment Para
5.2.4 and 5.2.5 or (iii) re-zeroing
Para 5.2.6
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(23) Acquisition Page Recording
Practical Note
In addition to the visual indication on the acquisition screen of any
exceedances, there will also be an audible alert from the actual Amber unit. In
instances of faults occurring briefly it is likely that the walking speed of the
operator will have taken them past the fault. Consequently by the time that they
are able to respond to the audible alert and view the acquisition screen to
determine which fault(s) have occurred the fault(s) indication will have reverted
to a normal non exceedance..
In such instances pull the unit backwards whilst being aware of any tripping
hazards until the audible alert sounds and immediately stop. The fault(s)
indications will be viewable. When the fault(s) have been viewed remedial
action or marking of the track can be completed. The unit can be pushed
forward to continue with the recording process.
Remember when recommencing recording from this position that it will
overwrite the previously collected data. This will also overwrite any comments
or events that may have been recorded over the section of tracked just
traversed as well. Consequently these comments and events will need to be re
inserted when re commencing recording in the forward direction.
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5.2.2 Closing the Job
(01) Select Pause
(02) Select down arrow
(03) Make a selection regarding the
Job details. This does not affect the
data which is saved automatically.
(04) Select Close Job
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(05) Scroll to Exit Software
(06) Select exit software
On exiting the software, the PDA will revert to the normal start screen. The Amber unit alarm
will bleep continuously and will require switching off by pressing the ‘thumbs up’ button.
5.2.3 Updating location
(01) Select Pause
(02) Scroll to Update Location
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(03) Change the values with the+/- keys or call up the key board see Para 4.2
Press, hold and release the Update button to return to acquisition screen
or scroll to another item.
5.2.4 Adding existing comments
(01) Select Pause
(02) Scroll to Add Comment
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(04) Select option
(05) Select and Add Comment(s)
(06) Selection confirmed
Press, hold and release the ADD Comment button to return to acquisition
screen or scroll to another item.
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5.2.5 Creating a new comment
(01) Select Pause
(02) Scroll to Add Comment
(04) Select New
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(04) Type in New Comment
(06) Tap Save
(07) Tap Add comment
(08) Comment confirmed.
Tap, hold and release the ADD Comment button to return to acquisition
screen or scroll to another item.
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5.2.6 Cant re-zeroing whilst collecting data
If the temperature indicator on the Acquisition screen is or becomes red
it will be necessary to carry out a re-zeroing procedure.
From menu select <Pause> - <Cant Rezero> - measure A-B <Start> Measure B-A - <Start> - <OK> - <Cant Rezero> - Acquisition Page
Re-zeroing can be carried out without interrupting the collection of data.
On completion the data files will record the location that re-zeroing took
place. See also Para5.2.1
5.2.7 Job settings, storing copying and deleting
Para 5.2.1 pics (12) to (22) inclusive describes the setting up procedure
for creating job details or job profile. This process can be repeated
several times in order to create a job list to store for future use. These
job details would appear in the drop down menu in Para5.2.1 pic (12) on
the Select Job screen
This means that by creating jobs beforehand it is possible to reduce the
actual set up on track because an operator can select an existing job
and (assuming that there are no changes necessary) scroll directly to
Start Job. ie. From the menu scroll to <Open Job> select job from drop
down menu and tap <Open Job> scroll to <Start Job> and select to
bring up the Acquisition Page.
5.2.7.1 Copying or deleting a job setting
(01)
From menu view Select Job Screen, if it is not already
selected scroll to <Open Job>. From drop down menu select
the job you wish to modify or delete
(02)
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(03) Scroll to Job Management
and select -delete
(05)
(04) Confirm selection
If Copy is selected the complete job profile will be copied and
displayed in the job settings together
with a time stamp to differentiate it from
the original. Selecting <Open Job> and
scrolling through the <Job Reference>
menu the copied job details can be
modified to suit. This copying procedure
is intended as a quick method of
preparing several similar jobs with the
minimum of typing
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5.3 System Security - Using your password and Operator ID
The Log in screen (Para 5.2) requires an Operator ID to be entered before
connection between the PDA and amber unit can be made.
As referred to in Para 6.0 there are within the Amber software several menu
screens. The System Security level selected will determine which menu items
will be displayed. All security levels allow the users to carry out full recording
runs.
It is good practice for the System Security to be set at Operator Level after use
There are three operating levels as detailed below:Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Operator
Supervisor
Administrator
cannot create or modify tolerances
can create/modify unlocked tolerances only
can create/modify locked or unlocked
tolerances
If an incorrect password is entered the security level defaults to ‘Operator’
To change security level or operator ID during a recording run it will be
necessary to exit the software and Log In again using the revised details.
NB -Higher level security holders please note that the operating system always opens
at the last used security level. Consequently on completion of any higher security
level tasks the system security level must be reset to ‘Operator’ level
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6 Operating Menu sequence
There are within the Amber software several menu screens. Depending upon the security level of the operator and whether the
Amber unit is switched on or not will determine which menu items will be displayed.
Refer to Para 7.0 for a full description of the individual menu items and security availability.
NB Items marked ▼are not available when the Amber unit is switched off
Item marked § is not available when the unit is switched on
<Items> coloured black indicates that there are no sub menus
<Items> coloured green indicates that there is a sub menu
Selecting any <Items> coloured green will display the sub menu. To return to any previous menu, tap any menu item and hold and
release until the desired menu level is achieved.
<Operator ID>
<System Security>
<Start?>/<Exit?>
<Connect>§
<Open Job>
<Job Reference>
<Start Location>
<Tolerance Profile>
<Start Job>▼
<Acquisition page>▼
<Pause> button▼
.
<Close Job>▼
<Update Location>▼
<Add Comment >▼
<Cant Rezero>▼
<Cant Rezero>▼
<System Status>▼
Start/Cancel
<Job Management >
Start/Cancel
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<Edit Tolerance Profile>
<Settings>
<Profile ID>
<Profile Security>
<Gauge L1 Tolerance>
<Cant L1 Tolerance>
<Cant L2 Tolerance>
<Cant L1 Tolerance>
<Twist Base>
<Twist1 L1 Tolerance>
<Profile Management>
<Acquire Rate>
<Audible Alarm>
<Event Marker Text>
<Regional Settings>
<System Settings>
Locked/unlocked
<Measuring Units>
<Decimal Separator>
<Operator Language >
<keyboard Layout>
<Communications Port>
<File Path>
<Software Licence>
<Exit Software>
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7 Operating Menu function descriptions
This section provides a description for each <menu item> within the software. As
referred to in Para 6.0 there are within the Amber software several menu screens.
Depending upon the security level of the operator and whether the Amber unit is
switched ON or OFF will determine which menu items will be displayed.
Operator
Supervisor
Administrator
Amber unit switched ‘off’’
Description coloured blue only accessible
Description coloured blue and red only accessible
All display items accessible
Items marked ▼not available
<Items> coloured black indicates that there is no sub menu <Items> coloured green
indicates that there is a sub menu. Selecting any <Items> coloured green will display the
sub menu. To return to any previous menu, touch any menu item for 1 second and release.
Repeat until the desired menu level is achieved.
<Operator ID>
Select /enter / edit operator ID. This must be done to start the software.
<System Security>
For entering the appropriate security level password. If an incorrect password is entered the
security level defaults to ‘Operator’
NB -Higher level security holders please note that the operating system always opens
at the last used security level. Consequently on completion of any higher security
level tasks the system security level must be reset to ‘Operator’ level.
<Start?>
Starts the software
<Exit?>
Cancels the procedure
<Connect>§
When working with the Amber unit switched off (Off –Line) allows connection to the Amber
unit without having to exit and restart the software. The Amber unit MUST be switched on
before connecting.
<Open Job>
Shows existing job profiles and access to modifying or creating new jobs .
<Job Reference>
Menu list for completing new or modifying existing job profile(s). Enter/modify Route ID, Track
ID and any job comments .
<Start Location>
Enter/modify start location - choose metric or imperial measurements and select ‘mileage’
direction whether incrementing or decrementing.
<Tolerance Profile>
View and select an existing tolerance profile for the job. If ‘none’ is selected you will be
required to chose and enter the required twist base(s)
<Job Management>
Delete or copy an existing job file settings. Copying an existing job file is a quick method of
producing several similar job profiles.
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<Start Job>▼
Displays selected job including tolerance profile choice. Starts data collection and displays
data acquisition screen
<Acquisition page>▼
Displays data collection. See Paras 5.2.5 and 6.2.6 for view of screen
<Pause> button▼
Pauses recording run for the purpose of closing or carrying out additional functions during
recording.
<Close Job>▼
Selecting ‘Close button’ closes the job with the option of deleting or saving the job file at the
current or original location for future use.
<Update Location>▼
For synchronising the distance recording with any on track distance marker
<Add Comment>▼
Add comment from a list / create new / edit the list. Select ‘Save’ button and Add
button to confirm selection
<Cant Rezero>▼
Displays current and previous rezero temperature. Select to carry out the rezeroing
procedure preferably at the start of a job or during a job. For carrying out rezeroing
see Paras 5.2.3 and 6.2.4
<System Status>▼
Displays design data including battery status of the Amber unit only.
<Edit Tolerance Profile>
Displays the tolerance profile options which are (i) Select and view an existing profile
for the job (ii) select and modify an existing profile (See Para 8.0 for modifying an
existing profile when job files with the original profile already exist). (iii) Create a
new profile. This section deals with the subsequent editing of non locked existing
profiles or setting up new. The administrator only can edit locked profiles.
<Profile ID> Allows for the provision of a revision or version reference for the tolerance
profile
<Profile Security>
Administrator only option to lock any tolerance profile and prevent editing by non
authorised personnel.
Displays the gauge Level 1 tolerance windows for creating new/modifying tolerance
limits. Includes option to have the tolerance switched on or off.
Displays the gauge Level 2 tolerance windows for creating new/modifying tolerance
<Cant L1 Tolerance>
Displays the cant Level 1 tolerance windows for creating new/modifying tolerance
<Cant L2 Tolerance>
Displays the cant Level 2 tolerance windows for creating new/modifying tolerance
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<Twist Base>
Select and create up to two twist bases for measurement. Twist Base 1 and Twist
Base 2
Displays the Twist Base 1 Level 1 tolerance window for creating new/modifying
tolerance limit. Includes option to have the tolerance switched on or off.
<Profile Management>
Displays the selected tolerance profile for deleting or copying as a way of modifying an
existing profile to create a new one. The Administrator only can modify a locked
profile
<Settings>
Displays reference details for the installed software version.
<Acquire Rate>
For setting the frequency at which data is collected. If measuring frequencies greater
than 0.125metres or 0.125yards are selected an option of ‘Spot Mode’ -measuring at
each measuring point only-or ‘Averaging Mode ‘ – an average measurement over the
measuring frequency distance – has to be selected.
<Audible Alarm>
To switch the audible alarm on or off. ‘Active’ or ‘Inactive’
<Event Marker T ext>
Display window for selecting/modifying/adding or creating new text to be allocated to
the 3- push button event marker.
<Regional Settings> Adminstrator only for access to the default measuring unit options
<Measuring Units>
Select the preferred measuring units for distance, measurements and temperature
<Decimal Seperator>
Select a ‘Dot’ or ‘Comma’ as the decimal separator
<Operator language> Language options for software and firmware
<Keyboard Layout> Keyboard Layout options
<System Settings>
Administrator only for selection of comm. ports and file paths
<System Security>
<Exit software>
Exits the application and hand held PC display reverts to normal start screen. The
Amber unit will ‘bleep’ continuously if ‘switched on’ to confirm that the exit has been
completed. To switch off press the ‘thumbs up’ button on the Amber unit.
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8
Tolerance Profiles (Administrator and Supervisor levels only)
8.1
Creating a profile
Select short cut to amber <Operator ID> enter/select ID <System Security>
enter password. Tap <Start> Scroll to <Edit Tolerance Profile> Highlight New
from drop down menu and tap <Edit Tolerance Profile> to call up keyboard to
give file name and Save.
(01) Tap Profile ID box to call up
keyboard and enter a profile ID.
(02) Administrator only feature
Please note that the Profile ID is a method of giving a Tolerance Profile a form of
amendment number or reference so as to be able to keep the main Tolerance
Profile name constant. Please note also that the Profile Security is only displayed
when logged on as an Administrator.
(03) Scroll to <Gauge L1 Tolerance> and set the level 1 tolerance for the gauge
by means of the +/- buttons or by calling up the
keyboard for larger values. Take note to select
whether the tolerance setting is Off or On. Scroll
through the menu repeating the process for each
Parameter. On completion the New Tolerance
Profile will be available for selection when
creating a New Job or revising an existing Job.
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8.2
Editing a Profile
(Please note that only the Administrator can create or edit a locked profile)
There are two methods of editing a profile. (a) Creating a profile similar to an
existing one by copying the existing one and modifying it (b) changing or
updating an existing profile and retaining its original name by editing.
8.2.1 Copying a Profile
Select short cut to amber <Operator ID> enter/select ID <System
Security> enter password. Tap <Start> Scroll to <Edit Tolerance
Profile> select the tolerance to be modified from the drop down menu and
tap <Edit Tolerance Profile> scroll to <Profile Management > From here
profiles can be deleted or copied. If copy selected follow the prompts to
name the profile and continue as in Para 8.1
8.2.2 Editing a Profile
This situation relates to what could be termed a Standard Profile which may
have cause to be modified or updated but which will retain its profile name.
Select short cut to amber <Operator ID> enter/select ID <System
Security> enter password. Tap <Start> Scroll to <System Security>
enter password. Scroll to <Edit Tolerance Profile> select the tolerance to
be modified from the drop down menu and tap <Edit Tolerance Profile>
and continue as Para 8.1.
8.3
Dealing with profile conflicts
When editing a profile as in Para 8.2.2 it is possible that Job files may already
exist utilising an earlier version of the profile. This is termed a Profile Conflict.
In such circumstances and when the software is set for Operator mode the latest
profile will always be used automatically. The Operator in such circumstances will
not be aware of any conflicts and will proceed as normal.
This automatic updating will also apply when used in Supervisor mode BUT only
in respect of a ‘Locked’ profile. However should a Supervisor open an existing
unlocked
job
or
Administrator open an
existing job (locked or
unlocked) containing a
superseded tolerance
profile a conflict alert
will be displayed as
shown detailing the
conflict and requiring
one of the options to be
selected
before
proceeding with the
Job.
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8.4
Updating profiles to other users
The method of dealing with Profile Conflicts as described in Para 8.3 is a useful
tool for updating and circulating a standard Tolerance Profile to any number of
individual users with the minimum of fuss. The technique described would equally
be used for circulating a New Tolerance Profile.
8.4.1 Circulating an updated profile
Edit the existing profile as described in Para 8.2.2 and set up a job using
the newly edited Profile as described in Para 5.2.1 pics (13) to (22) It may
prove useful to give the Job a prominent name for the Track ID for
subsequent ease of retrieval.
When the new Job with the latest Tolerance Profile has been created exit
the Amber software and revert to the PDA normal operating screen and
proceed as below:<Start > <File Explorer> <My Device > <SD Card> <Job Files >
Identify the new Job with the latest profile and using ActiveSync copy for
emailing to all users. (Notice how the chosen job name makes for ease of
identification)
8.5
Receiving an updated profile
Turn on the PDA normal operating screen and proceed as below:<Start > <File Explorer> <My Device > <SD Card> <Job Files >
Using ActiveSync copy and paste the received file into <Job Files >
Open the Amber software and proceed to <Open Job> and select the received
Job file. This action will automatically update the tolerance profile for future use.
Regarding any existing Job Files containing the supersede profile, these would be
dealt with as discussed in Para 8.3
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9 Data collection and transfer
Data collected is stored on the PDA in a file called SD Card. Two files are produced (i)
Measurement Data which contains all the data and comments collected from the
recording run and (ii) Exceedance Data – which contains only data where there is a
geometry exceedance which will be shown in colour blue or red and any comments and
events also recorded and highlighted in red. See Para 9.1 and 9.2
The exceedance data file is an ideal management reporting tool containing as it does self
explanatory detail of a particular recording run. To view the collected data turn on the
PDA normal operating screen and proceed as below:<Start > <File Explorer> <My Device > <SD Card>
<Measurement Data> or <Exceedance Data>
Both sets of data can be transferred to an Excel spread sheet on a PC. Utilising ActiveSync as
supplied with the PDA simply select the appropriate file and drag to the desk top as a
convenient point of access or direct to an appropriate folder on the PC. From there either ‘open
with’ Excel or ‘drag and drop’ in to a blank Excel spread sheet.
Alternatively data can be transferred to a PC via SD card, Blue Tooth link or even email via Blue
Tooth mobile ‘phone.
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9.1 Typical Measurement Data
Route ID
ELR 123
Track ID
Up Fast
Job Comment
Weekly
Start Location
256 Miles 2 Yards
Direction
Increment
Operator ID
Alan Leyland
System Security
Operator
Start Time
10h49m28s-09Mar2007
End Time
11h11m00s-09Mar2007
Start/End Temperature
22°C / 23°C
Rezero Temperature
18°C
Calibrated
12/18/6
Acquire Rate
0.125Y ards
Measuring Mode
Spot
Serial Number
1-06-0052
Lifetime Counter
1198
Ref erence Gauge
1435.0mm
Sof tw are Version
AMB Vsn 2.0 RevB R 07/03/07
Firmw are Version
1
Tolerance Profile
NR Standard.atp
Profile ID
Draft C
Profile Security
Locked
Profile Date
16h26m04s-06Mar2007
Gauge L1
1426 / 1455mm
Gauge L2
1426 / 1465mm
Cant L1
Off
Cant L2
Off
Tw ist Base 1
3.000 (2.972) Metres
Tw ist1 L1
±15mm
Tw ist1 L2
±24mm
Tw ist Base 2
5.000 (5.029) Metres
Tw ist2 L1
Off
Tw ist2 L2
Miles
Off
Yards
256
Gauge
Cant
Tw ist 1
Tw ist 2
Comment
2.125
1452.2
-0.4
-0.4
-0.4
256
2.25
1450.2
-0.4
-0.4
-0.4
256
2.375
1450.1
-0.2
-0.2
-0.2
256
2.5
1450.1
-0.4
-0.4
-0.4
256
2.625
1450.2
-0.3
-0.3
-0.3
256
2.75
1450.4
-0.4
-0.4
-0.4
256
2.875
1450.5
-0.9
-0.9
-0.9
256
3
1450.7
-0.9
-0.9
-0.9
256
3.125
1450.7
-0.4
-0.4
-0.4
256
3.25
1450.6
0
0
0
256
3.375
1450.6
0
0
0
256
3.5
1450.7
-0.2
-0.2
-0.2
256
3.625
1453.4
-6.1
-6.1
-6.1
256
3.75
1453.5
-21.6
-21.6
-21.6
256
3.875
1453.7
-22.1
-22.1
-22.1
256
4
1453.7
-36
-36
-36
256
4.125
1453.7
-57.3
-57.3
-57.3
256
4.25
1453.7
-65.7
-65.7
-65.7
256
GaugeCant
Exceedance
Exceedance
Tw ist Tw
1 Exceedance
ist 2 Exceedance
4.375
1453.8
-65.3
-65.3
-65.3
256
4.5
1454
-63.3
-63.3
-63.3
256
4.625
1458
-67.3
-67.3
-67.3
1
256
4.75
1461.7
-62.2
-62.2
-62.2
1
256
4.875
1467.3
-141.1
-141.1
-141.1
2
256
5
1467.5
-139.8
-139.8
-139.8
2
256
5.125
1467.4
-136.9
-136.9
-136.9
2
256
5.25
1468
-147.8
-147.8
-147.8
2
256
7.375
1432.2
2
59.3
2
2
256
7.5
1442.4
-6.8
58.9
-6.8
2
256
7.625
1444.1
-3.1
62.2
-2.7
2
256
7.75
1444.8
-0.1
63.2
0.3
2
256
9.75
1445.4
0.1
137.4
65.8
2
256
9.875
1445.4
0.5
136.3
65.8
2
256
10
1445.4
0.3
135.6
63.6
2
256
10.125
1445.5
0.3
135.8
67.6
2
256
10.25
1445.4
0.3
128.2
62.5
2
256
10.375
1445.4
0.2
-1.5
141.3
256
10.5
1445.5
0.1
-1.8
139.9
256
10.625
1445.4
0.2
-1.8
137.1
256
10.75
1445.4
0.2
7
148
256
12.75
1445.8
0
-0.4
-1.9
256
14.625
1445.8
-0.1
-0.4
-0.5
256
14.75
1466.7
0.2
0
256
14.875
1466.6
0.2
-0.5
260
15
1427.6
0.2
0.2
260
15.125
1427.5
0.2
-0.3
260
15.25
1427.5
0.3
0.2
0.2
260
15.375
1427.6
0.2
0.1
-0.3
-0.6 Broken Fishplate, Flood, Dipped
2 Joint
-0.1
-0.1
260
15.5
1428
1.5
1.2
1.2
260
15.625
1428.4
0.2
-0.1
-0.1
260
15.75
1428.9
0.2
0
-0.1
260
15.875
1429.2
0.2
0.2
260
16
1427.3
9.9
9.9
260
16.125
1432.6
-0.4
-0.4
2
-0.2 *Update Location
0
9.8 Rotten Sleeper, No Ballast
-0.6
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9.2 Typical Exceedance Data
Route ID
ELR 123
Tr ack ID
Up Fast
Job Com m e nt
Wee kly
Start Location
256 M iles 2 Yards
End Location
256 M iles 18 Yards
Dir ection
Incr em e nt
Operator ID
Alan Leyland
Sys te m Se curity
Operator
Start Tim e
10h49m 28s-09M ar2007
End Tim e
11h11m 00s-09M ar2007
Start/End Tem pe rature
22°C / 23°C
Re zero Te m pe rature18°C
Calibrated
12/18/6
Acquire Rate
0.125Yards
Me asuring M ode
Spot
Se rial Num ber
1-06-0052
Lifetim e Counte r
1198
Re fe re nce Gauge
1435.0m m
Softw are Vers ion
AM B Vs n 2.0 RevB R 07/03/07
Firm w are Vers ion 1
Tolerance Pr ofile
NR Standard.atp
Pr ofile ID
Draft C
Pr ofile Se curity
Locke d
Pr ofile Date
16h26m 04s-06M ar2007
Gauge L1
1426 / 1455m m
Gauge L2
1426 / 1465m m
Cant L1
Off
Cant L2
Off
Tw ist Base 1
3.000 (2.972) Metre s
Tw ist1 L1
±15m m
Tw ist1 L2
±24m m
Tw ist Base 2
5.000 (5.029) Metre s
Tw ist2 L1
Off
Tw ist2 L2
Off
Mile s
256
256
256
256
256
256
256
256
256
256
256
256
256
256
256
256
256
256
256
256
256
256
256
256
256
256
256
256
256
256
260
260
Note the very descriptive nature of
this exceedance report. Level 1
faults are blue and Level 2 faults
and comments are in red
Yards
Gauge
Cant
Tw is t 1
Tw ist 2
Com m ent
1458
4.625
-67.3
-67.3
-67.3
1461.7
4.75
-62.2
-62.2
-62.2
1467.3
4.875
-141.1
-141.1
-141.1
1467.5
5
-139.8
-139.8
-139.8
1468
5.25
-147.8
-147.8
-147.8
1468
-142.7
5.375
-143.1
-143.1
1468.1
-140.5
5.5
-140.9
-140.9
1468.1
-140.5
5.625
-140.7
-140.7
1468.1
-135.8
6.625
-135.8
-135.8
1468.2
-135.1
6.75
-135.3
-135.3
1468.1
-129.4
6.875
-135.5
-135.5
1468.7
-106.3
7
-127.9
-127.9
23.8
7.125
1432.7
1.7
1.7
37.9
7.25
1432.4
1.9
1.9
59.3
7.375
1432.2
2
2
58.9
7.5
1442.4
-6.8
-6.8
62.2
7.625
1444.1
-3.1
-2.7
63.2
7.75
1444.8
-0.1
0.3
68.1
7.875
1444.8
0.8
1
62.9
8
1444.9
0.7
1.1
142
8.125
1445
0.9
1.2
140.9
8.25
1445.1
1.1
1.5
137.6
8.375
1445
0.7
1.6
148.2
8.5
1445.2
0.4
1.3
136.3
9.875
1445.4
0.5
65.8
135.6
10
1445.4
0.3
63.6
135.8
10.125
1445.5
0.3
67.6
128.2
10.25
1445.4
0.3
62.5
1466.7
14.75
0.2
0
-0.6 Br ok en Fis hplate, Flood, Dippe d Joint
1466.6
14.875
0.2
-0.5
-0.1
15
1427.6
0.2
0.2
-0.2 *Update Location
16
1427.3
9.9
9.9
9.8 Rotten Sle eper, No Ballas t
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10 Pairing
Collected data is presented to the operator in real time and displayed and stored on a
PDA pocket PC utilising ‘Bluetooth®’ technology. Each Amber unit is supplied ‘paired’ to
work via Bluetooth with a specific hand held PC – PDA. It is recommended that this
arrangement remains and that units are not intermixed.
However in the event that it is necessary for a PDA to work with another Amber unit or if
the Bluetooth link is ‘lost’ it will be necessary to carry out Bluetooth pairing.
Loss of a Bluetooth link is unusual except in the case of Network Rail supplied heavy
duty PDAs which may suffer loss if the PDA battery is allowed to discharge totally.
To pair an Amber unit with a PDA, switch the Amber unit on and likewise switch on the
PDA and tap the Bluetooth Icon (see Para 5.2.1). Follow the prompts to pair. It is
suggested that when carrying out this process all existing paired devices be deleted.
11 Maintenance
Provided that the Amber manual track geometry recording unit is handled with care and
the basic operating instructions are adhered to, only minimum maintenance is required.
Keeping the unit clean and avoiding rough handling or storing will help considerably to
maintaining your unit in full operation condition. Always wipe the unit dry after use in wet
weather
ALWAYS REMEMBER THAT THE AMBER MANUAL TRACK GEOMETRY
RECORDING UNIT IS AN ACCURA TE MEASURING INST RUMENT AND NOT A
GENERAL PIECE OF RAILWAY RUNNING EQUIPMENT. AS WITH ANY
INSTRUMENT INTENDED FOR USE ON RAILWAYS, IT IS DESIGNED TO OPERATE
WITHIN THE RAILWAY ENVIRONMENT BUT MUST AT ALL TIMES BE HANDL ED
WITH CARE.
DO NOT OIL/GREASE ANY MOVING PARTS OR GUIDE SHAFTS
11.1 Routine Inspection
Before use check all running wheels, tacho wheel, rollers, handles and securing
screws for tightness and wear and retighten as necessary. In the event of the
hinge becoming loose or any securing screws becoming loose or missing
do not use the unit but return to GEISMAR (UK) for repair and assessment.
Routinely after use clean all wheels and rollers to ensure that there is no build up
of grease and dirt as this would interfere with measuring accuracy of the unit.
Never hose or soak the unit in water and do not use solvents. Cleaning is best
done with a soft cloth dampened with a mild detergent. For removal of grease a
soft cloth dampened with White Spirits or equivalent can be used BUT DO NOT
USE ON THE CONTROL SCREEN OR ON ANY OF THE BLACK PLASTIC
FITTINGS.
Carry out braking check as referred to in Para 5.1 page 19
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11.2 Quarterly Inspection
In addition to theroutine inspection, check that the tacho wheel is operating
correctly by placing the trolley on a piece of track that has been previously marked
with accurately measured metre intervals. With the recording unit set for recording
push along the measured track operating the event button as each metre marker
is passed. At the end of the run check the distance travelled, which should be the
same as the known amount.
Spot checks of calibration can be carried out whenever required by placing the
Amber recording unit on a track at various locations where the track parameters
are known. If a fault is suspected in the calibration, the instrument must be
returned to GEISMAR (UK) Limited for a full calibration check and recalibration as
necessary.
Recommended routine calibration periodicity - 12 months.
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12 Battery Management and Charging
The single biggest issue affecting the proper operation of the Amber unit is one of poor
charging of the equipment and especially the hand held PC –PDA.
The PDA must be kept on charge continuously in the docking station provided. If a total
discharge takes place data and any software short cuts may be lost. In respect of the
Network Rail supplied heavy duty PDAs this will definitely be the case. Certainly for all
PDA types it will be the case that the Blue Tooth will be switched off.
Note that PDAs still consume power even when switched off. The battery status
can be viewed on the welcome screen or in <start><settings> <system tab><power
icon>.
In respect of the Amber unit a mains powered charger is provided. Connecting the
charger to the unit will cause the Amber display to illuminate and confirms that charging
is taking place. Charging a unit should be completed in 24 hour but do not keep on
charge for longer than a week end.
The Amber unit should not be charged in ambient temperatures exceeding 30ºC.
(NB please note that it is not possible to work On Line whilst the Amber unit is
being charged)
13 ReportingFaults
Should you experience any problems with the operation of your Amber unit please
contact us as detailed on page 2. Be prepared to provide the serial number of your unit
and especially in respect of a software issue advise details of the software installed on
your PDA by referring to Para 5.2.1 pic 12 <System Status>
If you are having problems in connecting the Amber unit to the PDA please check the
following before contacting us:
(i)
Ensure that the Bluetooth connection is activated
(ii)
Ensure that the Amber unit is fully charged
(iii)
Ensure that you exited the software correctly when last used. If you did not
or if you are not sure simply Log In to the unit again and properly exit
through <Exit Software>.
(iv)
Check if the PDA has been used by others for use with another Amber unit
as this will indicate that the PDA require ‘Re-Pairing’ as Par 10.
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14 Confidentiality Notice
The data and information in this publication are not binding and the manufacturer therefore reserves the right to
make modifications at any time, for technical or commercial reasons or in order to adapt to the legal requirements
in the various countries.
Reproduction of any or all of this document is strictly forbidden without the prior written approval of Geismar.
The manual is an essential part of the Amber track geometry recording system and should be kept for the lifetime
of the unit. Any amendments or modifications to the manual provided by Geismar must be kept with it and/or
included in the manual itself.
DESCRIPTIVE MATTER AND ILLUSTRATIONS
Descriptive matter, illustrations, dimensions and weights issued by the company are typical and shall not be held
as binding. The company reserves the right to alter patterns and designs without notice.
TRADEMARKS
Microsoft and Excel are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
All other trademarks mentioned herein are the property of their respective owners.
LICENCE AND WARRANTY
The software, which accompanies this license, (the Software) is the property of Geismar or its licensors and is
protected by copyright law. While Geismar continues to own the Software, you will have certain rights to use the
software after your acceptance of the License. Your rights and obligations with respect to the use of this Software
are as follows:
You may:
Use one copy of the Software on a single computer; if the Software is provided in more than one language version
of the Media then you are licensed for one language version per Software title contained on the media (you may
not make copies of different language versions) and you may not transfer such other versions to another person or
allow another person to use such other versions;
Make one copy of the Software for archival purposes, or copy the software onto the hard disk of your computer and
retain the original for archival purposes;
Use the Software on a network, provided that you have a licensed copy of the Software for each computer that can
access the Software over that network;
After written notice to Geismar, transfer the Software on a permanent basis to another person or entity, provided
that you retain no copies of the Software and the transferee agrees to the terms of this Agreement.
You may not:
Copy the documentation that accompanies the Software
Sublicense, rent or lease any portion of the Software
Reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble, modify, translate, make any attempt to discover the source code of the
Software, or create derivative works from the Software; or
Use a previous version or copy of the Software after you have received a disk replacement set or an upgraded
version as a replacement of the prior version. All copies of the prior version must be destroyed.
Limited Warranty:
Geismar warrants that the media on which the Software is distributed is free from defects for a period of sixty (60)
days from the date of delivery of the Software to you. Your sole remedy in the event of a breach of this warranty
will be that Geismar will, at its option, replace any defective media returned to Geismar within the warranty period.
Geismar does not warrant that the Software will meet your requirements or that the operation of the Software will
be uninterrupted or that the Software will be error free.
THE ABOVE WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.
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DISCLAIMER OF DAMAGES:
REGARDLESS OF WHETHER ANY REMEDY SET FORTH HEREIN FAILS OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE, IN
NO EVENT WILL GEISMAR BE LIABLE TO YOU FOR ANY SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT OR
SIMILAR DAMAGES, INCLUDING ANY LOST PROFITS OR LOST DATA ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR
INABILITY TO USE THE SOFTWARE EVEN IF GEISMAR HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF
SUCH DAMAGES.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION OF LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
IN NO CASE SHALL GEISMAR’S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE FOR THE SOFTWARE.
The disclaimers and limitations set forth above will apply regardless of whether you accept the software.
GENERAL:
This Agreement will be governed by the laws of England. This Agreement may only be modified by a license
addendum, which accompanies this license, or by a written document, which has been signed by you and by
Geismar.
Unless specified otherwise in writing all goods are supplied with12 months return to base warranty against
faulty workmanship and limited to the repair or replacement off goods at our discretion.
Should you have any questions concerning this Agreement, or if you desire to contact Geismar for any
reason, please contact Geismar Customer Sales & Service, Geismar (UK) Ltd, Salthouse Rd, Brackmills
Industrial Estate, Northampton, NN4 7EX,
Tel: +44 1604 769191, F ax +44 1604 763154
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