How are measurement data stored on the SONAPHONE and transferred to a PC?

The SONAPHONE provides internal storage for measurement and device data.

16 GB of internal flash memory is available for measurement data. The device also features a slot for microSD cards with a capacity of up to 32 GB, which can be used particularly for data export.

Which data are stored on the SONAPHONE?

Depending on the app being used, the following data may be generated:

• measurement and additional data,
• ultrasonic measurements,
• photos,
• screenshots,
• PDF inspection reports,
• ZIP archives containing measurement data,
• AssetExpert route data,
• log files generated by SONAPHONE apps.

The data are organized in corresponding directories in the internal memory.

Can data be stored directly on a microSD card?

Yes. The LevelMeter, LeakExpert, and SteamExpert apps can save PDF reports and measurement data in ZIP archives directly to an inserted microSD card.

A report directory is automatically created on the card. Each SONAPHONE app uses its own subdirectory within this folder.

microSD cards with a storage capacity of up to 32 GB are supported.

How are data transferred to a PC?

Measurement data can be transferred to a PC in two ways:

Via USB

The SONAPHONE is connected to the PC using the USB interface. The internal memory and an inserted microSD card can then be accessed and the required data copied to the PC.

Via microSD card

Data stored on the microSD card can be transferred to a PC using a suitable card reader after the card has been safely removed from the SONAPHONE.

The microSD card should never be removed while data are being written to it. It must first be safely unmounted via the device settings.

Which data can be processed further?

Selected measurement data sets can be exported for further analysis on a computer.

PDF reports can also be created directly using SONAPHONE apps. For structured measurement points, inspection routes, trend analysis, and further evaluation, SONAPHONE DataSuite is additionally available.