MSA Portable Instruments, Total Instrument Manager

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TIM® System -- The Total Instrument Manager
The TIM System software is designed to calibrate up to four instruments at the same time, with only one computer and four TIM Control Centers. Whether one, two, three or four instruments are being calibrated, the TIM System ensures that each instrument is fully calibrated and ready to go.
After an instrument has been bump tested or calibrated, the TIM System immediately displays and prints the results of the bump test or calibration. The user can set up the system for a bump test or a full calibration. This display on the TCC (TIM Control Center) unit not only shows whether an instrument passed or failed the bump test or calibration, but also displays the results for each sensor.
The TIM System allows password identification, if desired. The password identification maintains identification of individual users, maintains identification of instrument serial numbers, and records the user date, time and type of calibration (bump test or full calibration) performed. Passwords are maintained and assigned by the system manager.
The TIM System electronically stores all bump tests and calibration records. With the click of a mouse, a drop down screen displays all recorded calibrations of any particular instrument. Each record is stored individually by date, time, and results of each instrument calibration. Each calibration record includes the test results of each instrument test or calibration.
Instrument records:
  • Instrument and pump type
  • Model number (sensors installed)
  • Owner and owner information
  • Instrument location
  • Test results
  • Instrument assignment
Computer Requirements:
To ensure that the TIM System can be easily enhanced for years to come, it is designed to operate on a standard IBM compatible personal computer. Minimum requirements are a Pentium processor, 16 MB RAM, a 30 MB hard drive, and a 3.5" 1.44 MB floppy drive. The software is compatible with Windows 95. A computer is required to operate the system at each local site, but a single computer can run up to four TIM Control Centers.
The TIM System's data software includes a user-friendly archive -- with both view and print capability -- of all calibrations of all instruments that were bump tested or calibrated on the TIM System. This easy-to-use and easy to read report menu is designed with the user in mind. Whether you need a quick reference to any instrument and its calibration results, or a complete detailed master report of all instruments, categorized and printed in hard copy form, the TIM System offers you this capability at your finger tips.
Designed for use wherever space is limited, the completely portable TCC measures only 11" X 9" X 6" and weighs less than 7 lbs. The housing is .090 aluminum, painted with rugged wear resistant epoxy paint. The unit features a sloped face panel, four non-skid mounting feet and an easy to read lighted display which facilitates operation in low light areas. In addition, a membrane activated alphanumeric panel mounted keyboard provides easy touch button data entry.		 Setup is a snap! In less than 15 minutes, your TIM System is completey operational. All necessary connectors and power connectors are supplied. And don't worry...we have designed the software so that it is just as easy to install.
Unique auto recognition capability features are found only in the TIM System. Our unique auto-recognition feature eliminates the need for changing setups between tests. The TIM System will automatically recognize the MSA instrument that is intended to be calibrated: a Passport, Gasport, Watchman, or FiveStar instrument. The TIM System automatically identifies the instrument serial number and model type, as well as the actual gas sensors installed in the instrument. The TIM System is so advanced that if an instrument is not in proper working condition, it will let you know what is wrong. Beyond simply calibrating a given instrument, here is what the TIM System's "smarts" will do for you:
  • Automatically generate test protocol based on instrument sensor configuration
  • Adjust run time for instrument and pump type to ensure shortest test time
  • Check instrument software and sensor compatibility
  • Notify user if gas for instrument is not assigned to TCC
  • Synchronize date and time of instrument with personal computer
  • Print computer generated test receipt

TIM System Kits
TIM
System
Components		 10010742 10010151 10010152 10010153 10010154 10010155 10010156 10010157 10010158 10010150
TIM Control Center
P/N 710338		 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Software disks
P/N 710460		 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Fresh Air Inlet Filter
P/N 633697		 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Instruction Manual
P/N 710548		 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
6 foot lenth Tubing
P/N 603806		 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Warranty Card
P/N 10006796		 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
PC Computer, Pentium
P/N 10006402		 No No Yes No No No No No No No
Data Docking Module
P/N 804679		 No No Yes Yes No No No No No No
Module Bracket, Watchman
P/N 10006711		 No No Yes Yes No No No No No No
Gas Miser Module RP regulator
P/N 710288		 Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No
Gas Miser Module BD regulator
P/N 710289		 No No No Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes
Holster, Assembly Integral Pump
P/N 710658		 No No No No Yes Yes No No No No
Holster Assembly Add on Pump
P/N 711391		 No No No No No No Yes No No No
Holster Assembly, FiveStar
P/N 10010164		 No No No No No No No No Yes Yes

TIM System Accessories
The TIM System requires one of the holster assemblies or the data docking module described below to communicate with the instrument. Other accessories are optional.
Holster assembly for use with Passport integral pump and Gasport style instruments. Includes built in data docking module and gas feed connection 710658
Holster assembly for use with Passport add-on pump. Includes built in data docking module and gas feed connection 711391
Holster assembly for use with Passport FiveStar. Includes jet eye infrared communications module and gas feed connection 10010164
Data docking module for use with Gasport, Passport and Watchman instruments. Includes MSA link data logging software 804679
A/B Switchbox (6" X 6" X 2 1/2")
Connect two holster assembly or data docking module for use with one TCC-TIM Control Center. Shipped complete with inter connecting cable and dual feed flow system. Switch allows usage with either connected holster/module assembly. Only one instrument can be calibrated at a time		 10010168
TCC Printer (6" X 6" X 9")
Shipped complete with 5 rolls of printer paper and required cables. Connects directly to the TCC and will automatically print a 3" X 5" test receipt of instrument test. Ideal for confined space entry permits		 10010167

Computer Requirements for TIM System
Minimum Requirements:
  • IBM compatible Pentium 333 MMX or better
  • 6.4 GB hard drive
  • 32 MB RAM
  • 32 X CDROM
  • Windows 98
  • 56K internal modem
  • 15" Monitor
  • PC Anywhere
  • 3.5", 1.44 MB floppy drive
  • Mouse
  • Keyboard

Included with purchase of computer from MSA is a Fax modem and PC Anywhere software that will allow the MSA technical support line to provide online service and technical assistance (during normal working hours). MSA's technical support department will have the capability, via modem, to view the operation of your TIM System and computer. Installation requires a dedicated phone line. Your TIM System can be set up, installed, tested and ready to use within 30 minutes.

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