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AWS-4050 Guide
CONTENTS
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CONTENTS
CONTENTS ..................................................1
INTRODUCTION ............................................2
Description..........................................................2
System Specifications..........................................2
OPERATION.................................................. 3
Display Operation ................................................3
nction..................................................................4
Back Panel Inputs ...............................................4
Transducer Input (12-pin connector).................4
DC In ...............................................................4
RS-232............................................................4
Charging the Batteries .........................................4
RS-232 ...............................................................4
RS232 Transfer Protocol ..................................5
RS232 Datastream Format...............................5
RS232 Cable Pinouts .......................................5
PROGRAMMING & NAVIGATION.....................6
Menu Tree ........................................................7
Button Operation: ............................................7
MENU TREE: ........................................................8
1 PEAK OPTIONS MENU ...................................8
DESCRIPTION OF FUNCTIONS ......................11
Operating Mode................................................ 11
Peak............................................................. 11
1st Peak ....................................................... 11
Track ............................................................ 11
Selecting a Transducer...................................... 11
Engineering Units.............................................. 11
Full Scale.......................................................... 12
Low Limit .......................................................... 12
High Limit ......................................................... 12
SERVICE AND WARRANTY............................13
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INTRODUCTION
DESCRIPTION
The AWS-4050 Torque Display is designed to provide for a wide range of
torque testing applications in the smallest foot print at a very reasonable price.
Features include an LCD graphics display, built-in battery pack for remote
testing and an Intellect External port for easy expansion with our entire line of
torque and load transducers. A new menu based user interface allows for a
wide range of software configurations while keeping the tester easy to use.
SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions
Power Requirements
Operating Temperature Range
Data Communications
Accuracy
Range
Lockout Combinations
Display
Units
Filter
Width: 4.25", Height: 2.5", Depth: 7.0", Weight:1.5 Lbs.
9V DC, 150 mA (120V mains adapter standard, 240v
mains adapter avaliable) or internal NiMH batteries.
0˚C to 50˚C
RS-232-C
0.5% of Indicated Reading with AWS series transducers.
Optional 0.25% of Indicated.
10% to 100%
Optional 5% to 100%
Mode, Auto Clear, Mode & Auto Clear, Engineering Units,
Mode & Engineering Units, Auto Clear & Engineering Units,
Mode & Auto Clear & Engineering Units, None (Off)
4 active digits
Optional 5 active digits
8 Selectable engineering units.
Special units available, please inquire.
Selectable Hz filter: 125, 250, 500, 1000, 1500, & 2000
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OPERATION
DISPLAY OPERATION
Button Function:
1: Turns the display On
Zero the Transducer
Clears the reading in Peak and 1stPeak Mode
2: Turns the display Off
3: Programmable 'Soft Buttons'. The function of these buttons vary with the
current menu set and is shown on the bottom two lines of the display.
4: Accepts the reading into memory
Scrolls back one level in the menu system
5: Zero or clear button.
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NCTION
BACK PANEL INPUTS
The back of the AWS-4050 contains various interface connections:
Transducer Input (12-pin connector).
To install or remove the cable simply push in or pull out. Do this by gripping
the outer metal case of the cable and NEVER from the cord itself.
A TWIST LOCK CABLE!
DC In
The interface for the AC Adapter supplied with the unit. Use this if you plan on
working under Mains power. Use only the AC adapter provided with the unit.
Use of another power source will void the warranty and may cause severe
damage to the display.
RS-232
If you are downloading to a printer, data collector, computer, etc., this is the
mini-plug interface for the RS-232 cable. Values are sent via RS-232 every
time the unit auto-clears or the ENT/clr button is pressed
THIS IS NOT
CHARGING THE BATTERIES
1. The batteries in this system should last approximately 12 hours when fully
charged. The Low-Battery indicator on the display will illuminate when the
battery voltage is low. Typically, the user will have between 15-30
minutes before the batteries become too weak to power the unit.
2. The batteries are charged any time the system is plugged-in. In Fast
Charge mode, i.e. the unit is plugged in and the power is
is between 2 and 4 hours depending on battery charge level. The green
LED on the front panel will flash when the battery is charging and turned
off. It is recommended the tester be plugged in when not in use. This will
not harm the unit and will increase battery life.
Note: If the tester is to be stored for several months, always ensure the
battery is completely charged prior to storage.
OFF, charge time
RS-232
The AWS-4050 display can be connected to a printer, computer or data
collector via its RS232 interface. Every time a reading is accepted into
memory, a peak is cleared, or data is transmitted via the print data menu(s),
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it is transmitted via the RS-232 port. To download the readings, go to the
DATA MENU.
RS232 Transfer Protocol
Protocol Value
Cable 9 pin to mini-
plug.
Baud 9600
Parity None
Bits 8
S Bit 1
Flow None
RS232 Datastream Format
mmmbsdddddbuuuuucl,
m Memory Location
s Sign (space or -) c Carriage Return
d Data with Decimal Point l Line Feed
u Units b Blank
where:
RS232 Cable Pinouts
Pin # Description Pin # Description
1 Unused 6 Unused
2 Transmit 7 Unused
3 Receive 8 Unused
4 Unused 9 Unused
5 Ground
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