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1) Press the MENU key once to activate the menu items tab. Press the MENU
key multiple times to tab right, and the ESC key multiple times to tab left,
until the UTIL menu is highlighted and displaying the submenu items.
Alternatively, press the
LEFT and RIGHT arrow keys multiple times
using the left button wheel.
2) Use the
UP and DOWN arrow keys multiple times on the left button
wheel to scroll through the sub menu items until AUTO FIND is highlighted.
3) Place the transducer on the test material and obtain a reading.
4) Press the ENTER key to automatically adjust the display settings and bring
the waveform into view.
5) Once the signal is displayed, press the MEAS key to return to measurement
mode.
11.20 Compare
The compare feature enables an operator the ability to locate and establish a
reference waveform from a flaw in an existing or manufactured sample and send it to
the background on the display in a color other than the active waveform color. The
reference waveform will remain in the background for the duration of inspection
process, or until cleared. This feature can be useful when inspecting for a common
flaw in a specific object, location, and position. The procedures for activating and
using the compare feature are outlined below: