Druck PC6-AV Operating Manual

Pressure Calibrator

PC6-AV

operating

PC6-AVPC6-AV

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SI Pressure Instruments, Druck Ltd., Fir tree Lane, Leicester, LE6 0FH. UK. Tel: +44 (0)116 231 7500 Fax: +44 (0)116 231 7102 sales@si-pressure.com Groby,

Part No: 31-0353 Iss.3.

LOG

ON/OFF

ENTER

ZERO

PRESSURE

INSTRUMENTS

CONTENTS

Welcome .................................................i

Safety Warning ........................................ ii

Quick Reference ..................................... iii

Manufacturer's Specifications ............... iv

Description

1.0 Introduction ...................................... 1

1.1 General ............................................. 1

1.2 Keypad ............................................. 1

1.3 LCD .................................................. 2

1.4 Connection Panel ............................. 2

1.4.1 Quick connect coupling ............. 2

1.4.2 RS232 ......................................... 2

1.4.3 Charger ....................................... 2

Arrangement of PC6......................................3

Functions (menu 1) .................................... 4

Functions (menu 2) .................................... 5

Functions (menu 3) .................................... 6

Operating Instructions

Connections:

1.5 Switch test ....................................... 7

1.6 RS232 ............................................... 7

1.6.1 Charger ............................................ 7

1.7 Messages & Parameters:

1.7.1 Retained parameters on switch of ......8

1.7.2 Battery low state ................................ 8

1.7.3 Tare Value ..........................................8

1.7.4 Maximum / Minimum .........................8

1.7.5 Void leak test ..................................... 8

1.7.6 Switch Off .......................................... 8

1.7.7 Auto Switch Off ................................ 8

1.7.8 Pressure Overload ............................ 8

1.7.9 Low Battery Detect ............................ 8

1.7.10 Pressure Switch State Change............. 8

1.7.11 Printer Busy ........................................ 9

1.7.12 Outside User Set Alarm Value ............ 9

1.7.13 Display Hold .......................................9

1.7.14 RS232 Output Format .........................9

1.7.15 Alarm Flag........................................... 9

1.7.16 Symbols ............................................. 9

1.7.17 Alt (height) warning ............................. 9

1.7.18 Knots (limits) ....................................... 9

How to Select Functions (menu 1)

1.8 Units ................................................... 10

1.9 Alt (ft) .................................................. 10

1.91 Alt (m) ................................................. 10

2.0 QFF ..................................................... 10

2.1 Max, Min, Date & Time, % ...................10

2.11 Tare .....................................................10

2.12 Knots (absolute) ................................ 10

2.2 Leak Test ............................................ 11

2.3 File (logged files) ................................ 12

Set-menu (menu 2)

2.4 Alt - Datum, ISA .................................. 14

2.5 QFF - height, Temperature .................. 14

2.6 Alarm Settings - High / Low ................ 14

2.7 Display light, ........ ............................. 15

2.8 Resolution ...........................................15

2.9 Event ...................................................15

3.0 Log ..................................................... 16

3.1 RS232 ................................................ 18

3.2 Date & Time ....................................... 19

3.3 Zero .................................................... 19

3.4 Language...........................................20

3.5 Power off............................................ 20

Cal-menu (menu 3)

3.6 Span ................................................. 22

3.7 History (overload, zero/span) ........... 23

3.8 Language......................................... 23

3.9 Units................................................... 23

Flowcharts

Menu 1, Menu 2, Menu 3 .24 Menu 1 Alt(ft),Alt(m),QFF, Max, Min,%,Tare,

Switch, TempC, Date & Time, ........ 24

Units, Leak Test .............................. 25

File ......................................... 26

Menu 2 Alt, Datum, ISA ........................... 27

QFF - Height, Temp ....................... 27

High & Low .....................................28

Display light, Resolution ............... 29

Event, RS232 ............................... 30

Log .............................................. 31

Date & Time, language,Zero......... 32

Port,Power Off................................. 33

Menu 3 Span.............................................. 34

History .......................................... 35

Language...................................... 36

Units............................................... 37

Pressure Generation

Operating Instructions for Pneumatic .......... 34

Test Pump TP1

Operating Instructions for Low Pressure ...... 37

Hand Pump LTP1

Index ............................................................40

WELCOME

This detailed operating manual will help you to become familiar with the many features of the PC6-AV Calibrator , the simple step by step instructions will quickly guide you through the procedures for using the calibrator and other items needed for accurately testing and calibrating numerous types of instruments. Please take time to carefully read the whole manual before you begin to use the PC6-AV .

SI Pressure Instruments

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SAFETY WARNING!

HIGH PRESSURE:

Uncontrolled release of high pressure is hazardous to personnel and may cause damage to equipment. Before connection of any pressure component to the Pc6 ensure that the component(s) is/are isolated from the pressure supply and any internal pressure is released slowly .

RECHARGEABLE Ni-MH BATTERIES

Rechargeable Ni-MH batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly. May explode if damaged or disposed of in fire. DO NOT short-circuit. CAUTION: Use charger supplied by SI Pressure Instruments only.

Ni-MH

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QUICK REFERENCE

Keys

ON/OFF

Activating Functions

Select menu position cursor press the Enter key

Exit

To exit out of any menu select 'Exit' option, or press key.

Press to turn unit on and off

Press to access the menus

Press to accept functions or settings

Press to move cursor up/left or increase values

Press to move cursor down/right or decrease values

Press to print/log/start event depending on previous setting

under function

Menu Selection

Pressure Display

1st Press for Menu 1 2nd Press for Menu 2 3rd Press back to Pressure Display

Data Entry

Press or to position cursor and press to select required alphanumeric. Press key to release cursor.

For next data entry, repeat the above procedures then press once all data is entered

Note: To quickly scroll through alphanumeric lists hold down the or key.

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MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS

Model

PC6-0002A-I-1-P-AV

Pressure Range (FS)

0 to 2 bar (+60 inHg) absolute

0 to 600 knots*

Overload

Pressure (FS)

10%

Pressure Units mbar, inHg,knots, kPa,MPa,psi,kg/cm2,atm,

inH 0, mH 0, mmH 0, bar, mmHg, unit, unit2

22 2

Overload Warning Flashing display and audible tone at 110%

of FS Resolution 6 digits Temperature Display Temperature of pressure sensor module Operating Temperature -20 to 70°C Calibration Temperature 20°C ± 2°C Storage Temperature -40°C to 70°C Temperature Effects 0.001% of reading/°C between 10-40°C RS232 Parameters baud rate 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, stop bits

1 or 2, status ON/OFF Zero Reset Manual keyboard operation Data Capacity 436 records into a maximum of 20 files, 32k

memory additional 585 records, ( 32k

memory option available ) Display Backlit LCD, 16 character x 2 line alpha

numeric Humidity 5 to 95% Relative Humidity non condensing Resolution Select Increase or decrease by a factor of 10 Power Supply 6V Ni-MH rechargeable battery pack (see

warning page ii)/ mains operation via

charger (supplied). Battery Life Fully charged - 10 hours Recharge Time 14-16 hours for full charge

Accuracy (FS)

Better than

0.025%

Resolution (FS)

Better than

0.01%

Low Battery Continuous check, audio and visual

warning

Dimensions 92 x 110 x 59mm Weight 850 grams (Calibrator head only) Microprocessor H8/2138

Recommended Recalibration Period 1 Year Electrical Connections

Battery 2 pole miniature round connector RS232 8 pole miniature round connector

Pressure Media Non-corrosive gases

(for other media, contact SI)

Pressure Connections 3/8“BSP Quick-fit.

8mm O/D hose connector Pressure Switch Input Standard 2mm sockets Software (optional) The ‘SiCal PRO’ software will present

downloaded data in various graphical

forms such as gauges or a scrolling bar

& remotely control the PC6-PRO via

the RS232 cable linked to a PC. The

downloaded data can be stored in a

variety of file types compatible with

most analysis database and word

processing programs.

Cal. procedures can be uploaded to the PC6-PRO.

System requirements: 486 with maths coprocessor.

Windows 95 or higher is required.

knots

Pressure to airspeed conversion for the range 0 to 600 knots using

‘British Standard 2G 199 :1984’

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DESCRIPTION

1.0 Introduction

The unit is a microprocessor controlled, precision instrument powered by an internal 6V rechargeable battery pack. It is portable and capable of accurate pressure measurement. This section describes the equipment from an external viewpoint, allowing the user to become familiar with the various controls and connections provided.

1.1 General

The PC6 is housed in a three part anodised aluminium case with a liquid crystal display unit at the front and a six button membrane keyboard. The main body contains the circuitry, connections, internal transducer and battery pack.

1.2 Keypad

The Keypad is a non-tactile membrane keyboard with six buttons. The keyboard layout is shown below. Note: An audible bleep accompanies

every key operation.

LOG

ON/OFF

ENTER

ZERO

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1.3 Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)

The LCD is a 16 character x 2 line alphanumeric LED backlit display which is capable of displaying special characters.

Pressure reading Unit of measurement

Special Symbols

1.4.1 A 3/8“BSP ‘Quick-fit’ coupling to accommodate the hand pump. 8mm O/D hose fitting on pump to connect to item under test.

1.4.2 An 8 way circular miniature connector is used for communication with RS232 standard communication protocols/equipment. The user software ‘SiCalPro’ (optional) can be used to remotely monitor or download data from the PC6 via this connector. (Optional RS232 cable - Part No. 01-0625)

COUPLING

RS232

CHARGER

Function Function Value

1.4.3 The 2 way circular miniature connector is used for the battery charger (provided).

1.4 Connection Panel (See Page 3, Fig 2)

The connection panel is located at the top of the case and provides input / output connections as detailed in Fig.2

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ARRANGEMENT OF PC6-AV

Front View: LCD & keypad

Keypad

See Page 1

Fig 1

Display.

LOG

PC6-A V

ENTER

ZERO

ON/OFF

‘Quick-Fit’ Coupling.

Top View: connection panel

Fig 2

BATTERY

Battery Charger Input Socket

CHARGER

See Page 7

RS232 Communication Socket See Page 7

CHARGER RS232

GND

GND Common Ground Socket SWITCH Pressure Switch Input.

SWITCH

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PRESSURE DISPLAY - Allows the user to operate the PC6 for pressure measurements. (Display Functions)

FUNCTIONS (MENU 1)

Menu 1

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UNITS Selection of pressure unit.

ALT (ft) Altitude in feet ALT (m) Altitude in metres QFF Airfield barometric pressure at sea level. MAX Displays the maximum pressure measured since the last reset. MIN Displays the minimum pressure measured since the last reset. % Displays the pressure as a percentage between user pre-set high and low alarm values. TARE Displays the pressure at the time of tare. Switch Indicates the status of the pressure switch (OPEN/CLOSED) Leak Allows the PC6 to measure pressure changes over time.

Temp °C Allows the user to monitor the temperature around the selected pressure transducer in pressure display mode. Date & Time Allows the user to monitor the date & time of the on board real time clock in pressure display mode. File Allows the user to view or manipulate a file previously stored in the filing system.

Exit Returns to Pressure Display mode. (SHORTCUT: To abort any menu level, simply press the MENU key).

mbar millibar inHg Inches of Mercury (at 4°C) knots knots (for absolute units see item 2.12, page 10) kPa kiloPascals Mpa Mega paskals psi pound force per square inch kg/cm2 Kilogrammes force per square centimeter atm atmospheres inH O inches of Water (at 4°C)

mH O meters of water (at 4°C)

mmH O millimeters of water (at 4°C)

bar bar mmHg mm of Mercury (at 0°C) Unit1 First user defined unit Unit2 second user defined unit Exit Returns to menu 1

Start Starts the leak test. Set-Time Sets the leak test time. Exit Reverts back to pressure display mode.

View Allows the user to see stored file. Export Outputs a stored file. Import Imports a file from Sicalpro Delete Deletes a stored file. Exit Reverts back to pressure display mode.

Please see 3.6 page 23

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Refer to item 2.12, page 10

}

when using ‘knots’.

FUNCTIONS (MENU 2)

SETTING MENU - To set user specific functions. (Set Functions) Menu 2

ALT Configure altitude settings

QFF Configure QFF mode

High Allows the user to set a High Pressure Alarm Limit. Low Allows the user to set a Low Pressure Alarm Limit. Display Light Switches ON or OFF the LED back light.

Resolution Selects high, normal or low resolution. Event Sets up the event status for RS232 output and for logging functions.

Log Allows the user to setup, amend and view files for logging.

RS2332 Settings for RS232 communications.

Date/Time Sets up Date & Time parameters

Language Allows user to change language

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Datum User defined setting

View Allows user to view current datum

Set Allows user to define current datum ISA Displays ‘International Standard Pressure’. Exit Reverts back to pressure display mode.

Height Sets Local height Temp Sets local temperature Exit Reverts back to pressure display mode.

(by using the increase/decrease facility above which an alarm sounds.) (by using the increase/decrease facility below which an alarm sounds.)

Key Sets key driven output. Timed Sets timed output defined by the user. Exit Reverts back to pressure display mode.

Log To select a log file and start logging. View To look at a file. Delete Deletes a file. Status To enable or disable logging. Export To export logged files. Import To import files from a PC. (see ‘SiCalpro’ software instructions for exporting files to the PC6)

Status To enable RS232 communication. Baud-rate To select the baud rate. Stop-bits To select the number of stop bits. Exit Reverts back to pressure display mode.

Set Sets the date & time. View To look at date & time. Exit Reverts back to pressure display mode

Zero Will reset pressure reading to Zero. ( This will remove Zero offset permanently / NOT available for Port Selects current pressure modules (P1,P2,DPM)

Power_Off Allows the user to set Power_Off time or to switch the function on or off.

Key Switches the auto-power function off. Timed Allows the user to set the auto-power off time in minutes. Exit Reverts back to Pressure Display.

Exit Reverts back to pressure display mode.

absolute units ).

FUNCTIONS (MENU 3)

CAL MENU

Menu 3

SPAN Allows user to set span.

CONTINUE Starts span calibration procedure. EXIT Returns to Cal Menu.

HISTORY Allows user to see overload and zero-span history.

OVERLOAD Displays period of time over which overload occurred. ZERO-SPAN Displays date last calibrated, last span set, range and overload value. PC6 S/No Displays the unit’s PM S/No Displays the serial number of the currently selected pressure module. EXIT Returns to Cal Menu.

Language Allows user to download different languages. UNITS

View Displays the two current user-defined units. Alter Allows user to modify the conversion factor and/or text for the two user-defined units. Exit Returns to Cal Menu

EXIT Returns to Pressure Display.

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serial number.

OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS

1.5 Switch Test Activate ‘Switch’ function in menu 1. The switching pressure of a pressure switch can now be monitored by connecting the contacts of the pressure switch between the INPUT 'GND' and 'SWITCH' sockets on the connection panel and pressurizing the pressure switch.

1.6 RS232

If the RS232 facility is to be used then connections to the 8way socket must be made to the specifications given in the table below. Alternatively an RS232 communication cable can be purchased from SI suitable for most RS232 applications as shown below.

To RS232 Standard 9-way socket on PC6 'D'type female

Cable Part No: 01-0625

connector

RS232 Connections Table

PIN No.

Note: 1. Pin 6 and pin 8 should not be used.

INPUT/OUTPUT

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Output Output

Input

Output

Input

Output

Common

Input

Data Terminal Ready (DTR)

SIGNAL

Transmit Data (TxD)

Receive Data (RxD)

Request To Send (RTS)

Clear To Send (CTS)

Do not use

Ground

Do not use

STATE

Held High

Active High

be obtained as ‘single shot' or ‘timed' as follows:

Single Shot - This output is always available in Display mode when RS232 status & Log status are OFF. The output is obtained each time the key is pressed (provided any

LOG

previous output is complete).

Warning: The PC6-PRO must be switched off prior to connecting or disconnecting the RS232 cable.

Timed - This output is available in Display mode when RS232 status is ON & Log status is OFF. The output cycle is initiated by pressing the key. Pressing the key cancels the

LOG

output. Once initiated, the output is repeated at the selected time interval (see ‘Event' function, page 26 ) until

the key is pressed.

1.6.1 Charger The internal battery pack may be recharged (when indicated by the battery low message) by plugging the charger (supplied) into the 'CHARGER' socket of the PC6.

CAUTION: When recharging internal batteries, only the charging unit supplied with the PC6 should be used.

RS232 Output

Connect the PC6 to a printer or computer using a suitable cable (not supplied) as detailed above and set the parameters as detailed in Para. 2.9 & 3.1. The output can now

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1.7 Messages & Parameters

The PC6 registers pressure input at switch on after the initial start-up message. The pressure reading is displayed in the top left hand corner of the LCD (Fig.3 Page 2). Pressure values are monitored, alarm values are compared, alarm warnings and other information messages displayed until the PC6 is switched off.

Memory Errors:

Any read / write errors to memory detected at switch on will be reported as: Memory Error ‘Error No.’

Error Numbers:-

0 - Onboard eeprom; 8 - RTC; 9 - 2nd Onboard eeprom. Errors with Pressure Modules will be indicated by the message: "No P1 (or P2 or DPM) Module" preceeded by "PM EEPROM ERROR" at power on.

1.7.1 When switched on, the PC6 registers the same state as when last switched off. The display mode (Operating/Set), units of measurement, function and parameter settings, alarm limits and RS232 output control, logged parameters are all retained at switch off, with the exception of the following conditions :

1.7.2 A battery low state occurring prior to the switch off. When switched on, the PC6 registers the latest retained set of parameters.

1.7.3 Any TARE value set during use is not retained and therefore should be set, if required, each time the PC6 is switched on.

1.7.4 Maximum and Minimum values are not retained. Current values reflect pressure monitored from the start of the pressure input.

1.7.5 If the PC6 is switched off during a LEAK test then the test will be void. When switched on again the PC6 will start up in LEAK test mode.

1.7.6 Switch off When the key is pressed the 'switch

ON/OFF

off' message is displayed for five seconds accompanied by an audible bleep. Normal operation may be resumed by pressing any key during switch off.

1.7.7 Auto Switch off The PC6-PRO will automatically turn itself of

after a set period (See Page 20 for instructions)

1.7.8 Pressure Overload (Bleep rate 4 Hz) ‘OVERLOAD' occurs when input pressure exceeds overload pressure level.

1.7.9 Low Battery Detect (Bleep rate 1 Hz). ‘Low Battery' occurs when internal battery pack drops below 5.5V. Message flashes for 4 seconds, after a further 30 seconds, low battery detection is re-enabled.

1.7.10 Pressure Switch State Change (Bleep rate 2 Hz) Occurs in pressure mode with the pressure switch state display being

selected. When the connected pressure switch changes state, the pressure value (upper line) is frozen and the pressure switch state (lower line) display is flashed at 1 Hz unless a log file is open. Normal display update resumes when the key is pressed.

ENTER

ZERO

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1.7.11 Printer Busy (Bleep rate 1 Hz) the various pressure alarm conditions as given below: If the receiving device is not ready for input (e.g. device not

connected or handshake LOW), 10 seconds after starting an output cycle (single shot or timed output) the message 'Printer Busy' is flashed on the display, together with an audible warning. If the device does not accept input within the next 5 seconds then the output cycle is canceled and output is stopped until the key is pressed again.

LOG

1.7.16 Display Symbols

* overload pressure level exceeded (pressure warnings, 1.7.8 & 1.7.12) > pressure exceeds user set high limit < pressure below user set low limit “ ” a space if no alarms apply.

1.7.12 Outside User Set Alarm Values (Bleep rate 2 Hz) Occurs when measured pressure is lower than the user set Low

Log Log Status ON RS232 Output

File open Status ON

DPM Status ON

alarm value or greater than the user set High alarm value and the ’outside limits’ message is flashed. Indication ceases when pressure is equal to either alarm value or between the values.

1.7.13 Display Hold (Bleep rate 2 Hz) Occurs in pressure mode. If the key is pressed once (less

ENTER

ZERO

than 1 second) the pressure value (upper line) is frozen and the lower line is flashed with the ‘Display Hold’ message at 1 Hz. Normal display update resumes when any top row key is

Top line symbols

Timed Keyed log/output Log/output

Pressure Port 1 selected

Note: If two (or more) conditions occur which require a message display, the highest priority condition in the above list will be displayed. The sequence of messages given above set the priority except 'Switch Off' which comes last.

pressed.

1.7.17 Alt (height) warning

1.7.14 RS232 Output Format The output format is as follows:

An “Out of Range” message is displayed if the height is exceeds 105,000 ft or is less than -3000 ft (32004m, -914.4m)

Time & date 23:13:30 220997 +LF display top line (16 characters ) + LF display lower line (16 characters ) + LF alarm flag (1 character ) + LF

1.7.18 Knots (limits)

An “Outside limits” message is displayed if the reading exceeds 600 knots.

Null terminator ( 0 )

1.7.15 Alarm Flags A single character is output to indicate

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