Checkline ETMPX User Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

01.0 Introduction .......................................................................................................... 0 2

02.0 Overview ............................................................................................................ 0 3

2.1 Operating Elements

2.2 Installing And Replacing The Battery

2.3 Turning The Power On and Off

0 2.4 Reversing The Display
0 2.5 Selecting The Unit Of Measure
0 2.6 Zero Adjustment of the Measurng Position

03.0 Removing and Re-Mounting The Filament Guide ............................................... .w. 6

04.0 Taking A Measurement ......................................................................................... 07

4.1 Inserting The Process Material

4.2 Measuring

4.3 Removing The Process Material

05.0 Damping Mode ...................................................................................................... 08

5.1 Switching On The Damping Mode

5.2 Switching Off The Damping Mode

5.3 Changing the Damping Factor

06.0 Memory Modes ...................................................................................................... 09

07.0 Recalling Tension Values Stored In Memory ........................................................ 14

7.1 Recalling Tension Values In Standard Mode

7.2 Recalling Tension Values In Continuous Mode

7.3 Recalling Tension Values In Limit Mode

7.4 Recalling Tension Values in Fast Mode

7.5 Clearing the Memory

7.6 Memory HOLD function

7.7 Error Messages

08.0 Static Verication of Measuring Accuracy ............................................................ 19

09.0 Calibration ............................................................................................................. 20

9.1 Dynamic Calibration

9.2 Static Calibration

9.3 Error Messages

9.4 Restoring Factory Defaults

10.0 WINDOWS Terminal Program .............................................................................. 23

11.0 Specications ....................................................................................................... 24

12.0 Appendix B - Replacing the Rollers / Ceramic Pins ............................................ 25

TensionInspect 3 Software ................................................................................................ 27

Warranty .......................................................................................................................... 35

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1.0 INTRODUCTION

WARRANTY

Three long, closely-spaced slender shafts with precision guide rollers or pins attheir
ends combine with the latest in microprocessor technology to make this instrument top
choice for all limited-access, tension measuring applications.

Store up to 4000 displayed tension values in memory and statistics (Last, AVG, MIN,
MAX, MIN-PEAK, MAX-PEAK), which can be transmitted using the serial output
port.

Choice of miniature, high speed rollers for lament speeds up to 2000 m/min or non­rotating, ceramic pins for speeds to 6000 m/min. Uses part number ETMX or ETMPX
to designate model with ceramic pins.

Available Models - The standard series is also available with the following
modications. (Special calibration using customer supplied material.)

Model

Tension
Ranges

cN

*Measuring
Head Width

mm

Calibration

with running filament

ETMX-100 0.5 - 100.0 24 PA: 0.20 mm Ø
ETMX-200 1 - 200 24 PA: 0.20 mm Ø
ETMX-500 1 - 500 24 PA: 0.20 mm Ø
ETMPX-100 0.5 - 100.0 24 PA: 0.20 mm Ø
ETMPX-200 1 - 200 24 PA: 0.20 mm Ø
ETMPX-500

* Outer distance between outside guide rollers / pins
** Suitable for 95% of all applications. PA = Polyamide Monolament.
If the material to be measured differs signicant from the factory calibration material in diameter,
rigidity, shape, etc., we recommend calibration using customer supplied material. For this
purpose a material sample of about 5 m should be supplied. International unit of tensile force:
1 cN = 1.02 g = 0.01 N
ETX: Calibration with approx. 100 m/min
ETPX: Calibration with approx. 60 m/min

1 - 500 24 PA: 0.20 mm Ø

1.1 Unpacking

Unpack the tension meter and inspect it for any shipping damage. Notices of defect must
be led immediately, in writing, at the latest within 10 days of receipt of the goods.

Delivery includes:

1 Tension meter
1 AC-adapter with 3 country-specic
adapters (EU/USA/UK)
1 Open end wrench (4 mm jaw width)
1 Screwdriver (1.5 mm blade width)
1 USB cable

1 ETX-P2: TENSION INSPECT
software (Win 95 or higher) for
viewing and storing the measured
data on a PC.
1 Carrying case

1 Operating Instructions

ELECTROMATIC Equipment Co., Inc. (ELECTROMATIC) warrants to the original
purchaser that this product is of merchantable quality and conrms in kind and quality
with the descriptions and specications thereof. Product failure or malfunction arising
out of any defect in workmanship or material in the product existing at the time of
delivery thereof which manifests itself within one year from the sale of such product,
shall be remedied by repair or replacement of such product, at ELECTROMATIC’s
option, except where unauthorized repair, disassembly, tampering, abuse or
misapplication has taken place, as determined by ELECTROMATIC. All returns
for warranty or non-warranty repairs and/or replacement must be authorized by
ELECTROMATIC, in advance, with all repacking and shipping expenses to the address
below to be borne by the purchaser.

THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES,
EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR
PURPOSE OR APPLICATION. ELECTROMATIC SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE
NOR LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE, OF ANY KIND OR
NATURE, RESULTING FROM THE USE OF SUPPLIED EQUIPMENT, WHETHER
SUCH DAMAGE OCCURS OR IS DISCOVERED BEFORE, UPON OR AFTER
REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR, AND WHETHER OR NOT SUCH DAMAGE IS
CAUSED BY MANUFACTURER’S OR SUPPLIER’S NEGLIGENCE WITHIN ONE
YEAR FROM INVOICE DATE.

Some State jurisdictions or States do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental
or consequential damages, so the above limitation may not apply to you. The duration
of any implied warranty, including, without limitation, tness for any particular
purpose and merchantability with respect to this product, is limited to the duration of
the foregoing warranty. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied
warranty lasts but, not withstanding, this warranty, in the absence of such limitations,
shall extend for one year from the date of invoice.

ELECTROMATIC Equipment Co., Inc.
600 Oakland Ave. Cedarhurst, NY 11516—USA
Tel: [phone]/ Tel: [phone]/ Fax: [phone]

Every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual. Electromatic
Equipment Co., Inc., assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither is any
liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of information contained herein.
Any brand or product names mentioned herein are used for identication purposes only,
and are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

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3.9 Print and data transfer

Print:

1. Click the GENERATE button to
open the print review.

2. Click the PRINT THIS PAGE
button to open the printer setup
box.

The print-out includes the
statistical data of the series of
measurements and the current
displayed graph.

Data transfer:

The EXPORT SCREEN TO EXCEL button copies the readings of the desired series
of measuremetns to an Excel le (reading, date, time).With the inxed readings, a graph
can be created in the Excel le.

2.0 OVERVIEW

2.1 Operating Elements

1 ROLLERS or ceramic pins
2 DISPLAY
3 POWER / ZERO key
4 MEM key
5 RECALL / HOLD key

6 DAMP key
7 LEVER
8 FILAMENT GUIDE
9 INTERFACE

3.10 Save the readings

Save:

With the button SAVE stored values (statistics and series of measurements) of the
connected tension meter can be downloaded and stored as CSV le. Te individual series
of measurement can be selected.

Readings which have be downladed and be stored as CSV le cannot be related to
Tension Inspect 3

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2.2 Battery Management & Charging

The tension meter has a built-in rechargeable LiPo battery, which has been charged at
the factory. The tension meter can only be switched on if the battery has enough charge.
If the instrument does not power up or if the battery level indicator shows only one bar

after power-up the battery needs to be recharged.

NOTE: To ensure maximum battery life, avoid discharging it completely or charging it
frequently for short periods. The battery should not be stored for a prolonged time when
empty. After a maximum storage period of one year, the battery has to be recharged.

Charging the Battery

NOTE: The battery must be charged at a temperature between +5 °C and

+45 °C. Before connecting the AC adapter, verify that the supply voltage is
correct (100 V – 240 V). Electromatic provides no warranty or liability for
damage resulting from the use of AC adapters from other manufacturers.

To charge the battery, connect the cable of the AC adapter to the low USB output. The
battery can also be charged by connecting the USB cable to a PC. When the battery is
fully charged, the battery level indicator will show 3 bars . The charging time is
approx. 3 ½ hours. Battery overcharging is not possible.

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2.3 Turning the Power On and Off

Power On: Press the POWER key until the DISPLAY momentarily shows the tension
range and the software version, e.g. E 1.0, followed by random values or “0.”

Auto Power Off: The tension meter switches off automatically after
3 minutes of non-use.

Manual Switch-Off: Press the POWER key for 5 seconds.

2.4 Reversing the Display

When you shift the tension meter from the right to the left
hand, you can rotate the readings on the DISPLAY by 180°.

Measuring with the left hand:

If you would like to use the left hand for measuring, you should reverse the readings on
the DISPLAY to make them easier to read.

1. Tension meter switched off as described above.

2. Press and hold the DAMP and POWER keys until the DISPLAY shows the
readings the other way around.

Measuring with the right hand:

1. Tension meter switched off as described above.

2. Press and hold the DAMP and POWER keys until
the DISPLAY shows the readings in the default
(right-handed) orientation.

3.7 Download the tension data from the ETX (ETPX) to the PC

Requirements:

- Tension meter connected to the PC

- Tension meter switched on.

To download the tension data:

1. Click the READ button. The tension data stored in the tension meter are
read into the PC.

Tension value display:

TENSION Graph of the displaye series of measuremnts
STATISTICS Statistical data of the displayed series of measuremnts

3.8 Graph adjustments

SCALE Manual scaling of the Y-axis which starts at „zero“. This feature can
be activated by pressing RESET.

AUTOSCALE Automatic scaling of the Y-axis depending to the displayed readings
of the diagram.

RESET Activates the scaling, which is set in the pop-up SCALE.

2.5 Selecting the Unit of Measure

You can set the ETMX to the cN or g unit of measure, depending on the required tension
range. The default setting is cN.

1. Tension meter switched off as described above.

To select the unit of measure:

2. Press and hold the RECALL and POWER keys until the new unit of measure

is indicated on the DISPLAY.

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ZOOM A big number of zoom features can be selected to enlarge a selected
frame of the diagram.

The button ZOOM and RESET work only if AUTOSCALE is not activated.

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A Button READ Section 3.7
B Choice box SCALE Section 3.8
C Button AUTOSCALE Section 3.8
D Display POSITON IN MEMORY Number of saved series of measurement
E Choice box SELECTED POSITION Selected series of measurement
F Button RESET Section 3.8
G Display MEMORY MODE Used memory mode during the
measuring
H Button ZOOM Section 3.8
I Display UNIT measuring unit of the readings
J Display DEVICE TYPE Display the connected unit
K Display STATISTICS Statistical data of the displayed series of
measurement
L Button SAVE Section 3.10
M Button GENERATE Section 3.9
N Display TENSION Readings as graph
O Button EXPORT TO EXCEL Section 3.9
P Button CLOSE Close MEMORY-REVIEW

2.6 Zero Adjustment of the Measuring Position (Auto Zero)

A Zero Adjustment is automatically carried out for the current measuring postion.

A Zero Adjustment must be carried out whenever the tension meter
does not display “0” in measuring position. The process material must
not yet be inserted!

Procedure:

1. Switch on the tension meter as described in Sec 2.3.

2. Select the unit of measure as described in Sec 2.5.
Do not insert the process material.

3. Hold the tension meter in the desired measuring position. Be careful to hold the
instrument absolutely steady.

4. Press the POWER key.

The DISPLAY momentarily shows and then switches to .

The tension meter is now adjusted for the new material path and is ready to measure.

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3.0 REMOVING AND REMOUNTING THE FILAMENT GUIDE

The tension meter is supplied with a FILAMENT GUIDE for fast and easy material
acquisition. For application in hard-to-reach areas with limited access space, you can
remove the FILAMENT GUIDE.

GUIDE ROLLERS (2x)

FILAMENT GUIDE

MEASURING ROLLER

Removal Procedure

1 Loosen the SETSCREWS (2x) with the supplied screwdriver (1.5 mm blade).

2. Unscrew and remove the GUIDE ROLLERS (2x) with the supplied open end

wrench (jaw width 4 mm).

3. Slip the FILAMENT GUIDE off the ROLLER SHAFTS.

4. Screw the GUIDE ROLLERS (2x) back onto the ROLLER SHAFTS and carefully

tighten using the supplied open end wrench (jaw width 4 mm) until hand-tight.

Remounting Procedure

1. Unscrew and remove the GUIDE
ROLLERS (2x) with the supplied

open end wrench jaw width 4 mm).

2. Slip the lament guide on to the

ROLLER SHAFTS.

3. Screw the GUIDE ROLLERS (2x)
back on to the ROLLER SHAFTS
and carefully tighten them using the supplied open end wrench (jaw width 4 mm)
until hand-tight.

4. Push the FILAMENT GUIDE forward far nough to ensure that the rollers do not rub
against the FILAMENT GUIDE and that the process material can slide unhindered
from the FILAMENT GUIDE into the roller grooves (g. CENTER LINE).

5. Carefully tighten the SETSCREWS (2x) with the supplied screwdriver
(blade width 1.5 mm) until hand-tight.

CENTER LINE

3.4 Printing and Data Transfer

Print:

1. Click the GENERATE button
to open the print preview.

2. Click the PRINT THIS PAGE
button to open the printer setup
box.

The print-out includes the
statistical data of the series of
measurements, the current
displayed graph and the
statistical values of the graph.

Data transfer:

1. The EXPORT SCREEN TO EXCEL button copies the readings, which are
displayed at the graph to an excel le (reading, date, time).With the inxed readings,
a graph can be created in the Excel le.

3.5 Save and load the readings

Save:

1. The statistical data, as well as the single readings of a measuring can be saved after
the measuring ends as CSV le, by clicking the the SAVE button.

Load:

1. Click the LOAD button and open the required le. The statistical data of the saved
measuring, the graph and the statistical data of the graph are displayed in
Tension Inspect 3

It is possible to add readings to an existing le. In this case open the le and start a
new series of measurements. The new readings will be added in the diagram. After
this store the complete CSV le again. If any readings are in the internal memory

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before opening the existing le, the internal memory will be overwritten.

3.6 The READ button (Available only for ETX and ETPX)

With the TENSION INSPECT 3 program you can download all the tension data stored
in the memory of the connected tension meter.

Start the DOWNLOAD

1. Click the READ button.
The MEMORY-REVIEW window opens.

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