Checkline KXE User Manual
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Table of Contents
1.0 Introduction ..........................................................................................................
1.1 Models
1.2 Unpacking
2.0 Overview ...............................................................................................................
2.1 Controls
2.2 Complete kit
2.3 Optional accessories
3.0 Set-Up Procedures ................................................................................................
3.1 Battery Insertion and Replacement
3.2 Power On and Off
3.3 Reversing the display
3.4 Zero adjustment of the measuring positon
4.0 Taking A Measurement ........................................................................................
4.1 Inserting the process material
4.2 Measuring the process material
4.3 Removing the process material
5.0 Damping Mode .....................................................................................................
5.1 Switching Damping on and off
5.2 Modifying the Damping Factor
5.3 Setting a new Damping Factor
6.0 Memory Modes ....................................................................................................
6.1 Memory Mode selection
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04
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07
08
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7.0 Data Logging ......................................................................................................... 11
7.1 Data logging in Mode “S” (Standard)
7.2 Data logging in Mode “C” (Continuous)
7.3 Data logging in Mode “L” (Limit)
7.4 Data logging in Mode “F” (Fast)
8.0 Recalling the stored tension values ..................................................................... 15
8.1 Recalling stored tension values in Mode “S” (Standard)
8.2 Recalling stored tension values in Mode “C” (Continuous)
8.3 Recalling stored tension values in Mode “L” (Limit)
8.4 Recalling stored tension values in Mode “F” (Fast)
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9.0 Memory Management .......................................................................................... 22
9.1 Clearing the KXE memory
9.2 Memory function HOLD
10.0 Error Messages ..................................................................................................... 23
11.0 PC Communications (RS-232 Interface) ........................................................... 24
11.1 TENSION INSPECT program
11.2 Windows Terminal Program
12.0 Specifications ......................................................................................................... 25
13.0 Pin Assignments .................................................................................................... 26
13.1 Interface Signals
13.2 Analog Cable
14.0 Warranty ............................................................................................................... 27
14.0 Warranty
The manufacturer warrants to the original purchaser that this product is of merchantable
quality and confirms in kind and quality with the descriptions and specifications 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 the manufacturer’s option, except where unauthorized repair, disassembly,
tampering, abuse or misapplication has taken place, as determined by the manufacturer.
All returns for warranty or non-warranty repairs and/or replacement must be authorized
by the manufacturer, 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, fitness for any particular
purpose and merchantability with respect to this product, islimited 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.
Important Operating Notes
To avoid damage, do not move the center roller by hand.
Tensions that exceed the tension range of the instrument by more
than 100% may cause permanent damage to the measuring spring
and must be avoided under any circumstances.
The device must not be operated in potentially explosive areas and
must not come into contact with aggressive substances
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Every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual. The manufacturer, 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 identification purposes only, and are trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective holders.
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13.0 Pin Assignments
13.1 Pin Assignment and Signals of the Interface (9-Pin D-Sub Connector)
Pin
Number
Signal RS-232-C
Data Bit Bit
Stop Bit 1 Bit
Parity None
Baud Rate 19200
13.2 Pin Assignment of the Analog Cable (Option ETX-CA)
Signal Description
1 Not Assigned
2 TXD 1 Bit
3 RXD None
4 Not Assigned
5 GND Ground
6 Not Assigned
7 RTS READY TO SEND
8 Not Assigned
9 2 V DC Analog Signal
1.0 Introduction
The KXE Warp Tension Meter is designed to measure tensions during warping and
weaving. The unique sensor configuration provided two 25 mm wide cylindrical roller
for the capture of two groups of yarns, one on each side of the sensor for measurement.
Therefore the sensor will be measuring 50 mm of ends while the process is running.
The electronic indicator provides for measurement and storage of the critical high and
low peaks that will be measuring in the weaving operation. These peaks can them be
analyzed and used for process evaluation. Stored data can be transferred to a PC and
analyzed using the FREE Tension Inspect software.
1.1 Models
KXE-20 0.5 – 20.0 daN measuring range.
KXE-50 0.5 – 50.0 daN measuring range.
1.2 Unpacking
Unpack the tension meter and inspect it for any shipping damage. Notices of defect
mustbe filed immediately, in writing, at the latest within 10 days on receipt of the goods.
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2.0 Overview
12.0 Specifications
2.1 Controls
2.2 Complete kit
• XLETensionMeter.
•9voltbattery.
•Digitalconnectingcable.PartnumberETC-CC.
•TENSIONINSPECTsoftwareforviewingandstoringmeasureddataonaPC,
requires Win 96 or higher. Part number ETC-P2.
•Operatingmanual.
•Carryingcase.
2.3 Optional accesories
Display Unit Calibration According to factory procedure
Units of Measure daN
Accuracy ± 1% FS* ± 1 digit (typically ± 0.5% FS*)
Overrange 10% FS*, without accuracy guarantee
Overload Protection 150% FS*
Measuring Principle Strain gauge bridge
Signal Processing Digital 16 bit A/D converter
Damping Adjustable electronically (averaging)
Measuring Frequency Approx. 5 kHz internally
Display Update Rate 2x per second
Display 4-digit LCD, height of digit 11 mm
Memory Average, last value, MAX, MIN, MAX PEAK, MIN PEAK
Memory Modes 3 - for up to 4000 readings
Temperature Coefficient Gain: less than ± 0.01% FS*/°C
Analog Output Signal 0 - 2 V DC (linearized) RLoad > 1 kΩ ± approx.1%
Converter Frequency 100 Hz
Digital Output Signal RS232 (9600, 8, N, 1) (2 readings per sec.)
(with Tension Inspect > 50 readings/sec possible)
Temperature Range 10 - 45 ° C
Air Humidity 85% RH, max.
Auto Power Off Automatically after approx. 3 min. of non-use
Power Supply 9 V E block
9 V lithium for about 80 hours of continuous use
Housing Material Aluminium profile with plastic outer casing (PVC)
Housing Dimensions 230 mm x 45 mm x 48 mm (L x W x H)
Weight, net
(gross) Approx. 370 g / 1050 g *FS = Full Scale
ETX-CA Connecting cable for analog signal.
ET-AKKU Rechargeable 9 V battery (NiCd).
ET-AC-115 Battery charger for 115 V AC.
ET-AC-230 Battery charger for 230 V AC.
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Sensor:
Measuring Rollers 2x 22 mm ball bearing rollers
Width of Outer Rollers 100 mm (ball bearing rollers)
Total Width of Rollers 50 mm
Reference Frame Height
Adjustment 24 mm
Material Anodized aluminium
Dimension 165 x110 x 140 mm (L x W x H)
Weight, net
(gross) 1050 g (1500 g)
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Peak Mem Damp g cN
Peak Mem Damp g cN
8.8.8.8
11.0 PC Communication (RS-232-C Interface)
11.1 The TENSION INSPECT Program
The TensionInspect software from Electromatic is described in a separate user manual.
11.2 WINDOWS Terminal Program
The measured values and the memory contents can be transmitted over the RS232
interface to a personal computer. You can connect the computer to the INTERFACE of
the KXE by using the ETX-CC special cable which is available as an accessory.
The pin assignment of the INTERFACE is described in Section 13.
Requirements: A communication program, such as Termina or HyperTerminal
(provided on MS Windows Version 3.0 or later), must be installed and configured on
the computer.
3.0 Set-Up Procedures
3.1 Battery insertion and replacement
Before the first use of your tension meter, you
need to insert the battery
1. Open the battery compatment on the rear
side of the tension meter and insert a
9V battery (E Block), making sure that the
polarity of the battery matches the polarity
marked on the battery compartment. Close
the battery compartment.
2. If the
display, the battery is low and must
be replaced immediately. Operating the
tension meter with a low battery may cause
measurement errors.
symbol is shown on the
Photo Battery
Compartment
ASCII Code Function Description
D Continuous transmission Continuous transmission of
the readings. press any key to
stop transmission.
d Send Transmit current reading to
PC once.
m Save Start logging of measuring
date. Stop data logging.
r Output Output the memory contents
to the PC.
c Clear memory Delete the memory content.
a Damping ON/OFF Switch damping on or off.
z Zero Carry ot zero adjustment of
the instrument
u Toggle unit of measure Switch from g to cN, and vice
versa
NOTE: If the instrument will not be used for
an extended period of time, the battery should
be removed.
3.2 Power On/Off
Power On: Press the POWER/ZERO key until all
symbols are shown on the display. When you release
the key, the display momentarily shows the tension
range and the shoftware version, e.g. E 1.0, followed
by random valuse or “0.”
Power Off: Press the POWER/ZERO key for 5 seconds.
Auto Power Off: The tension meter switches off after 3 minutes of non use.
3.3 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° to make them easier to read.
Measuring with the display unit in the left hand:
1. Switch off the tension meter switched off as
described in Section 3.
2. Press and hold the DAMP and POWER
keys until the display shows the readings
the other way around.
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