Which versions of SONAPHONE DataSuite are available and which version is suitable for which application?

SONAPHONE DataSuite is available in three versions:

• SONAPHONE DataSuite - V – Viewer for a desktop computer
• SONAPHONE DataSuite - D – Full version for a desktop computer
• SONAPHONE DataSuite - S – Full version for a company server

All versions use the same web-based user interface but differ in their range of functions and type of installation.

SONAPHONE DataSuite - V

DataSuite - V is the Viewer version for a single desktop computer.

It is intended for analyzing unassigned measurements recorded with the SONAPHONE and subsequently imported into DataViewer.

DataViewer provides functions including:

• importing unassigned measurements,
• displaying time signals, level graphs, and spectrograms,
• playback of the ultrasonic signal,
• displaying measurement values and additional data,
• exporting measurement data.

However, DataSuite - V does not include complete asset and measuring point management.

Functions such as:

• AssetExpert,
• AssetData,
• inspection routes,
• DataReport

are not available.

Unassigned measurements also cannot subsequently be assigned to an asset tree or measuring point using DataSuite - V.

SONAPHONE DataSuite - D

DataSuite - D is the full version for a local desktop computer.

It includes functions such as:

• AssetExpert,
• AssetData,
• DataViewer,
• DataReport,
• asset trees and measuring points,
• inspection routes,
• trend analysis,
• thresholds and condition assessment,
• creation of inspection reports.

The software and its associated database are installed locally on the respective computer.

With the desktop version, a SONAPHONE connected via USB can be used directly for exchanging inspection route data.

DataSuite - D is therefore particularly suitable for users who want to use the complete DataSuite functionality on a single workstation.

SONAPHONE DataSuite - S

DataSuite - S is the full version for installation on a company server.

It also provides the complete functionality for:

• asset and measuring point management,
• inspection routes,
• measurement data analysis,
• trend monitoring,
• DataViewer,
• DataReport.

In addition, the server version provides centralized user and permission management.

DataSuite - S is integrated into the company network and uses Active Directory for user administration.

This allows several users within the company to work with the centrally hosted DataSuite.

Installation and administration of the server version must be performed by the customer's server administrator.

How are inspection route data exchanged?

The data exchange method depends on the version being used.

With DataSuite - D, route data can be transferred directly between a SONAPHONE connected via USB and the desktop computer.

With DataSuite - S, route data are downloaded and uploaded as ZIP files. The files are subsequently transferred between the computer and the SONAPHONE.

Are the desktop and server databases compatible?

No.

The databases of DataSuite - D and DataSuite - S are not mutually compatible due to their different user administration systems.

If a user later changes from the desktop version to the server version, the database of the desktop version cannot simply be migrated to the server version.

The choice between desktop and server versions should therefore ideally be made before creating an extensive asset and measurement data structure, particularly for larger installations.

Which version is suitable for which application?

As a simplified guide:

• analyzing unassigned measurements only: DataSuite - V
• using the complete DataSuite on a local workstation: DataSuite - D
• central use by multiple users within a company network: DataSuite - S