The PosiTector Replica Tape Reader (RTR) is a hand-held
electronic instrument that measures burnished Testex Press-O-
Film
replica tape to produce peak-to-valley surface profile
TM
height measurements. It consists of a PosiTector body
(Standard or Advanced) and probe (RTR-H or RTR-P)
PosiTector RTR-P models also measure areal peak density (P
Advanced RTR-P models generate 2D/3D images and SDF
Surface Data Files. This Quick Guide summarizes the basic
functions of the Gage. Download the full instruction manual at:
defelsko.com/manuals
The PosiTector RTR powers-up when the center navigation
button
is pressed. To preserve battery life, the Gage powers
down after approximately 5 minutes of no activity. All settings are
retained.
NOTE:
To ensure best accuracy, the user will be prompted to zero
the probe every time the Gage is powered-up. It is therefore a
good idea to clean the probe regularly with the included cleaning
card. Cleaning is best performed when the Gage is powered down.
With the Gage powered down...
1. Clean the probe with the included cleaning card. (pg. 5)
2. Power-up Gage by pressing the center navigation
3. Zero the probe. (pg. 7)
4. Verify Gage accuracy (pg. 6)
5. Measure the burnished replica tape (pg. 3)
Gage functions are menu controlled. To access the Menu,
power-up the gage, then press the center navigation button.
To navigate, use the Up and Down buttons to scroll vertically and
to SELECT.
Previous Page
(Exit)
Access the Menu
(Center/Select)
Introduction
Quick Start
Menu Operation
Next Page
Up
Down
( + )
Press the
pages in a multipage menu.
Press the (-) button to return
to the previous menu or page.
Select Exit to exit from any menu.
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button.
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