HEIDENHAIN ND 1100 User Manual
Operating Instructions
ND 1100
QUADRA-CHEK
(QC 100)
English (en)
2/2010
Quadra-Chek® 100
User’s Guide
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Digital Readout. Metronics Incorporated is not responsible for
any use of this information as applied to any other apparatus.
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for incidental or consequential damage in connection with the
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Metronics Inc. shall not be liable to the purchaser of this product
or third parties for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incurred by
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abuse of this product or unauthorized modifications, repairs, or
alterations to this product, or failure to strictly comply with
Metronics Incorporated’s operating and maintenance instructions.
Metronics, Quadra-Chek, Quadra-Chek 100, and QC100 are registered trademarks of Metronics Incorporated.
Other product names used herein are for identification purposes
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Safety and
Maintenance
Considerations
General safety precautions must be followed when operating the
system. Failure to observe these precautions could result in damage to the equipment, or injury to personnel. It is understood
that safety rules within individual companies vary. If a conflict
exists between the material contained in this guide and the rules
of a company using this system, the more stringent rules should
take precedence.
Although Metronics strongly recommends that you read all parts
of this guide, it is essential for reliable and safe operation to read
the first portions up to and including Chapter 2: Operation, prior
to operating the QC100.
Location and Mounting
Cleaning
Electrical
The QC100 must be placed or mounted on a stable, reliable surface. If the QC100 should fall, it could become seriously damaged
and more importantly could cause injuries to the user. For mounting instructions, refer to the Getting Started section of Chapter 2:
Operation, for the mounting bolt hole pattern.
Use only a cloth dampened with water and a mild detergent for
cleaning the exterior surfaces. Never use abrasive cleaners, and
never use strong detergents or solvents. Only dampen the cloth,
do not use a cleaning cloth that is dripping wet.
Do not allow the power cord to be located such that it can be
walked on or create a tripping hazard.
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Unplug the QC100 from the electrical outlet before cleaning.Unplug the QC100 from the electrical outlet before cleaning.
Unplug the QC100 from the electrical outlet before cleaning.
Unplug the QC100 from the electrical outlet before cleaning.Unplug the QC100 from the electrical outlet before cleaning.
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The QC100 is equipped with a 3-wire power plug that includesThe QC100 is equipped with a 3-wire power plug that includes
The QC100 is equipped with a 3-wire power plug that includes
The QC100 is equipped with a 3-wire power plug that includesThe QC100 is equipped with a 3-wire power plug that includes
a separate ground connection. Always connect the powera separate ground connection. Always connect the power
a separate ground connection. Always connect the power
a separate ground connection. Always connect the powera separate ground connection. Always connect the power
plug to a 3-wire grounded outlet. The use of 2-wire powerplug to a 3-wire grounded outlet. The use of 2-wire power
plug to a 3-wire grounded outlet. The use of 2-wire power
plug to a 3-wire grounded outlet. The use of 2-wire powerplug to a 3-wire grounded outlet. The use of 2-wire power
plug adapters or any other connection accessories that removeplug adapters or any other connection accessories that remove
plug adapters or any other connection accessories that remove
plug adapters or any other connection accessories that removeplug adapters or any other connection accessories that remove
the third grounded connection create a safety hazard andthe third grounded connection create a safety hazard and
the third grounded connection create a safety hazard and
the third grounded connection create a safety hazard andthe third grounded connection create a safety hazard and
should not be permitted. If a 3-wire grounded outlet is notshould not be permitted. If a 3-wire grounded outlet is not
should not be permitted. If a 3-wire grounded outlet is not
should not be permitted. If a 3-wire grounded outlet is notshould not be permitted. If a 3-wire grounded outlet is not
available, ask your electrician to provide one.available, ask your electrician to provide one.
available, ask your electrician to provide one.
available, ask your electrician to provide one.available, ask your electrician to provide one.
General maintenance Unplug the QC100 from the wall outlet and seek the assistance of
a qualified service technician if:
• The power cord is frayed or damaged or the power plug is
damaged
• Liquid is spilled or splashed onto the enclosure
• The QC100 has been dropped or the exterior has been damaged
• The QC100 exhibits degraded performance or indicates a
need for service some other way
Backup battery
charging
The QC100 utilizes an internal battery to maintain system configuration settings during power interruptions. A battery circuit
charges this backup battery during periods of normal operation.
When the QC100 is used on a daily basis, the backup battery will
be adequately charged to maintain configuration settings during
power outages. However, over extended periods of nonuse, the
battery might lose the charge necessary to maintain configuration settings. To keep the backup battery charged over extended
periods of nonuse, apply power to the QC100 and leave it turned
on for a minimum of 2 days each month.
FCC compliance
statement
FCC Rule NP15R Rev. 23, June, 1989
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a
commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used
in accordance with the instructions in this guide, may cause harmful
interference to radio communication. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in
which case the user will be required to correct the interference at
his own expense.
Shielded cables must be used with this unit to ensure compliance
with Class A FCC limits. The connection of a nonshielded equipment interface cable to this equipment will invalidate the FCC Certification of this device and may cause interference levels which
exceed the limits established by the FCC for this equipment. It is
the responsibility of the user to obtain and use a shielded equipment interface cable with this device. Do not leave cables connected to unused interfaces. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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or Canadian Users:or Canadian Users:
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or Canadian Users:
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or Canadian Users:or Canadian Users:
This Class “A” digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe “A” respecte toutes les exigences
du Reglement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
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Introduction
About this manual
Who should read this guide
What this guide covers
The material in this guide is divided into 5 chapters ranging from
introductory material and basic operation to more advanced topics including system configuration. If you are an advanced user of
digital readouts, feel free to skim the material contained in the
first two chapters of this guide, but do not begin to operate the
readout unless you’re confident that you understand the essential
information contained in these chapters.
After an initial review, this guide will become an invaluable reference source that should be used routinely to answer questions
and ensure smooth continued operation of the readout. The comprehensive table of contents and index facilitate rapid access to
specific information contained within the guide.
This user’s guide is intended for operators, technicians, supervisors and dealer representatives.
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intended only for technically qualified supervisors and dealerintended only for technically qualified supervisors and dealer
intended only for technically qualified supervisors and dealer
intended only for technically qualified supervisors and dealerintended only for technically qualified supervisors and dealer
representatives. Operators should not attempt to alter therepresentatives. Operators should not attempt to alter the
representatives. Operators should not attempt to alter the
representatives. Operators should not attempt to alter therepresentatives. Operators should not attempt to alter the
configuration of the QC100.configuration of the QC100.
configuration of the QC100.
configuration of the QC100.configuration of the QC100.
Chapter 1: Overview
An overview of QC100 system including specifications
Chapter 4: System SetupChapter 4: System Setup
Chapter 4: System Setup
Chapter 4: System SetupChapter 4: System Setup
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Chapter 2: Operation
Detailed descriptions of controls and indicators, and instructions for measuring, constructing and creating features
Chapter 3: Communications
Serial (RS232) and parallel communication with printers and
IBM-compatible personal computers
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Chapter 4: System setup
System configuration instructions for technically qualified supervisors and dealer representatives
Chapter 5: Options
Descriptions of QC100 series options
Conventions
Basic terms
Measurement polarity
Measurement resolution in
the guide
The terms
refer to the Quadra-Chek 100 digital readout. The term
tortor
tor is used to refer to any device intended to measure parts in 2
tortor
dimensions. The term
portion of measuring machines.
It is assumed in all discussions of measurements that:
• Moving crosshairs to the right• Moving crosshairs to the right
• Moving crosshairs to the right causes measure counts to
• Moving crosshairs to the right• Moving crosshairs to the right
• Moving crosshairs up • Moving crosshairs up
• Moving crosshairs up causes measure counts to increase in a
• Moving crosshairs up • Moving crosshairs up
• Rotating crosshairs counterclockwise • Rotating crosshairs counterclockwise
• Rotating crosshairs counterclockwise causes measure counts
• Rotating crosshairs counterclockwise • Rotating crosshairs counterclockwise
• •
• This count direction can easily be reversed if necessary.
• •
In most cases the display resolution shown on screens in this guide
will be one ten-thousandths of an inch (0.0001) or two microns
metric (0.002). The display resolutions shown in this manual are
not meant to suggest resolutions that should be set on your system for the instrument being used, they are only examples.
Quadra-Chek 100Quadra-Chek 100
Quadra-Chek 100,
Quadra-Chek 100Quadra-Chek 100
increase in a
positive directionpositive direction
positive direction; 1 to 2 to 3 and so on.
positive directionpositive direction
to increase in a
3 degrees and so on.
Reversing the count direction is discussed later in Chapter 4:
System Setup.
positive directionpositive direction
positive direction; 1 to 2 to 3 and so on.
positive directionpositive direction
positive directionpositive direction
positive direction; 1 degree to 2 degrees to
positive directionpositive direction
QC100QC100
QC100 and
QC100QC100
crosshairscrosshairs
crosshairs is used to refer to the targeting
crosshairscrosshairs
systemsystem
system used in this guide
systemsystem
compara-compara-
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Quadra-Chek® QC100
Icons
Type styles
Accuracy and precision
This guide uses the following icons to highlight information:
The raised hand icon indicates a warning regarding a situationThe raised hand icon indicates a warning regarding a situation
The raised hand icon indicates a warning regarding a situation
The raised hand icon indicates a warning regarding a situationThe raised hand icon indicates a warning regarding a situation
or condition that could lead to personal injury or death. Yor condition that could lead to personal injury or death. Y
or condition that could lead to personal injury or death. Y
or condition that could lead to personal injury or death. Yor condition that could lead to personal injury or death. Y
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The exclamation point icon indicates a caution regarding aThe exclamation point icon indicates a caution regarding a
The exclamation point icon indicates a caution regarding a
The exclamation point icon indicates a caution regarding aThe exclamation point icon indicates a caution regarding a
situation or condition that could lead to equipmentsituation or condition that could lead to equipment
situation or condition that could lead to equipment
situation or condition that could lead to equipmentsituation or condition that could lead to equipment
malfunction or damage. Ymalfunction or damage. Y
malfunction or damage. Y
malfunction or damage. Ymalfunction or damage. Y
read and fully understand the caution message. Cautionread and fully understand the caution message. Caution
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messages are shown in bold type.messages are shown in bold type.
messages are shown in bold type.
messages are shown in bold type.messages are shown in bold type.
The note icon indicates additional or supplementaryThe note icon indicates additional or supplementary
The note icon indicates additional or supplementary
The note icon indicates additional or supplementaryThe note icon indicates additional or supplementary
information about an activity or concept. Notes are shown ininformation about an activity or concept. Notes are shown in
information about an activity or concept. Notes are shown in
information about an activity or concept. Notes are shown ininformation about an activity or concept. Notes are shown in
bold type.bold type.
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system commands and menus shown in instructions are shownsystem commands and menus shown in instructions are shown
system commands and menus shown in instructions are shown
system commands and menus shown in instructions are shownsystem commands and menus shown in instructions are shown
in bold type.in bold type.
in bold type.
in bold type.in bold type.
The QC100 is capable of great accuracy and precision and may
surpass the measurement-accuracy capability of the human operator. The system is also capable of displaying higher resolution
and more significant figures than is often needed. These facts
may be important in your interpretation and use of the measurement data provided by the system.
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System configuration and
setup
Metronics, Incorporated assumes that all QC100 systems will be
configured and setup for the end-user by dealer or OEM representatives. This setup includes calibration according to the user’s
optical comparator or similar device, and configuration of error
compensation if necessary.
When the end-user installs a new comparator, it will probably be
necessary to perform configuration and setup again. In that case,
technically qualified supervisory personnel can refer to Chapter 4:
System Setup, or can contact their dealer representatives for assistance.
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There is never any reason to open the QC100 enclosure. There
There is never any reason to open the QC100 enclosure. ThereThere is never any reason to open the QC100 enclosure. There
are no userare no user
are no user
are no userare no user
with any electronic instrument, there is a danger of electricalwith any electronic instrument, there is a danger of electrical
with any electronic instrument, there is a danger of electrical
with any electronic instrument, there is a danger of electricalwith any electronic instrument, there is a danger of electrical
shock and damage to the instrument if the enclosure is opened.shock and damage to the instrument if the enclosure is opened.
shock and damage to the instrument if the enclosure is opened.
shock and damage to the instrument if the enclosure is opened.shock and damage to the instrument if the enclosure is opened.
-serviceable components or assemblies inside. As-serviceable components or assemblies inside. As
-serviceable components or assemblies inside. As
-serviceable components or assemblies inside. As-serviceable components or assemblies inside. As
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Overview ............................................................................ 1-1
Specifications ........................................................................................................... 1-4
Chapter 2: Operation........................................................................... 2-1
Obtaining points with the QC100 .............................................................................2-2
Probing and targeting ..................................................................................................... 2-2
Datum .............................................................................................................................. 2-2
Front panel controls and LCD screens ..................................................................... 2-3
Softkeys ........................................................................................................................... 2-3
Command keys ................................................................................................................. 2-4
Cursor keys ....................................................................................................................... 2-5
Zero axes keys .................................................................................................................. 2-5
FastTrack keys................................................................................................................... 2-5
Numeric keypad ............................................................................................................... 2-5
Send data ........................................................................................................................ 2-5
LCD ON/OFF...................................................................................................................... 2-5
IRDA port ......................................................................................................................... 2-5
Softkey menus ................................................................................................................. 2-6
Setup menu ..................................................................................................................... 2-6
Extra menu ....................................................................................................................... 2-6
LCD screens ..................................................................................................................... . 2-8
Preparing for operation ............................................................................................ 2-9
Safety and other reminders ............................................................................................. 2-9
Getting started............................................................................................................... 2-10
Getting ready to measure .............................................................................................. 2-11
Performing measurements ..................................................................................... 2-15
Linear and angular measurements ................................................................................. 2-15
Min/Max measurements ................................................................................................. 2-16
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Table of Contents
Chapter 3: Communications ............................................................... 3-1
RS232 port ................................................................................................................. 3-1
Default settings ................................................................................................................ 3-1
RS232 pin designations .................................................................................................... 3-1
Print formats .............................................................................................................3-2
Angular formats ............................................................................................................... 3-2
Angle format (DMS) ......................................................................................................... 3-2
Angle format (DD) ............................................................................................................ 3-3
Linear formats .................................................................................................................. 3-3
Linear format (Metric) ...................................................................................................... 3-3
Linear format (English) ..................................................................................................... 3-3
Measurement Formats .............................................................................................. 3-3
ASCII Codes ................................................................................................................ 3-4
Chapter 4: Setup .................................................................................. 4-1
Configuring the QC100 ............................................................................................ 4-1
The Setup menu ............................................................................................................... 4-1
Accessing the Setup menu ............................................................................................... 4-2
Using the Setup menu ..................................................................................................... 4-2
Example configuration of Display parameters.................................................................. 4-2
Setup instructions .................................................................................................... 4-4
Use of control keys .......................................................................................................... 4-4
Enter key .......................................................................................................................... 4-4
Finish key ......................................................................................................................... 4-4
Cancel key ........................................................................................................................ 4-4
Quit key ........................................................................................................................... 4-4
Entering the supervisor password for configuration ........................................................ 4-5
Language ......................................................................................................................... 4-5
Software version and available options ........................................................................... 4-5
Display ............................................................................................................................. 4-6
Startup Linear/Angular............................................................................................... 4-6
Radix .......................................................................................................................... 4-6
Current Angular ......................................................................................................... 4-7
Display Resolution ..................................................................................................... 4-7
Encoders .......................................................................................................................... 4-8
Axis ............................................................................................................................4-8
Radius/Diameter Type ................................................................................................. 4-8
Resolution .................................................................................................................. 4-9
Teach amount/Scale counts ....................................................................................... 4-9
Encoder Type ........................................................................................................... 4-10
Ref Marks ................................................................................................................. 4-10
Machine zero offset ................................................................................................. 4-11
Reversed .................................................................................................................. 4-11
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Interpolation ............................................................................................................ 4-11
Units ........................................................................................................................ 4-12
Hot Keys ......................................................................................................................... 4-12
Defining Hot Key functions ...................................................................................... 4-13
None ........................................................................................................................ 4-14
Key ........................................................................................................................... 4-14
Special ..................................................................................................................... 4-14
Example of assigning hot keys ................................................................................. 4-14
Print ............................................................................................................................... 4-17
Line terminator ........................................................................................................ 4-17
Print axis labels......................................................................................................... 4-17
Print axis units .......................................................................................................... 4-18
Ports ............................................................................................................................... 4-18
Baud ........................................................................................................................ 4-18
Word Length (Word Len) ......................................................................................... 4-19
Stop Bits................................................................................................................... 4-19
Parity........................................................................................................................ 4-19
Handshake ............................................................................................................... 4-19
Data ......................................................................................................................... 4-20
Supervisor ......................................................................................................................4-20
Password ................................................................................................................. 4-20
Startup zero ............................................................................................................ 4-20
Squareness ..................................................................................................................... 4-21
Error Correction ............................................................................................................. 4-22
Linear Error Correction (LEC) ................................................................................... 4-23
Segmented Linear Error Correction (SLEC) ............................................................... 4-23
Non-Linear Error Correction (NLEC) ......................................................................... 4-25
Scale factor ....................................................................................................................4-30
Active ....................................................................................................................... 4-30
Multiplier ................................................................................................................. 4-31
User settable ............................................................................................................ 4-31
Miscellaneous ................................................................................................................. 4-31
Key delay ................................................................................................................. 4-31
Volume ..................................................................................................................... 4-31
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Table of Contents
Chapter 5: QC100 Series Options ....................................................... 5-1
Remote keypad ......................................................................................................... 5-1
Programmable footswitch ........................................................................................ 5-1
Non-linear error correction (NLEC) ...........................................................................5-1
QC100 series option configurations......................................................................... 5-2
Keypad and footswitch .................................................................................................... 5-2
Electronic protractor ........................................................................................................ 5-2
Index
Contents-4
Chapter 1
Overview
The Quadra-Chek 100® is an advanced digital readout system for
performing 2, 3 and 4 axis measurements at very high levels of
precision and accuracy. The QC100 can be used with optical comparators, toolmaker’s microscopes, touch-probes and video measurement systems to perform precision measurements as part of
in-line production activities or final quality inspection.
The intuitive interface will be familiar to users of the Quadra-Chek
1000® and other Metronics products. Operators will find the
QC100® easy to understand and use thanks to a large LCD display
and front panel keys clearly marked with familiar function and
mode symbols.
The large LCD displays alphanumeric and graphic information for
the current measurement, measurement features and measurement data clearly on one screen, eliminating the need to page or
scroll for information.
Panel keys are provided for entering numeric data, zeroing
axes, turning the LCD on or off
and sending data to a printer or
computer.
Softkeys are also provided that
work in conjunction with changing measurement-specific functions displayed on the LCD
screen.
Two large FastTrack keys located
over the LCD can be programmed as hotkeys that initiate frequently used system
functions and can be quickly
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Chapter 1 Overview
LCD screen
Softkeys
FastT rack
pressed without looking at the front panel. In addition, most keys
on the front panel can be programmed as hotkeys to initiate commonly used functions.
Zero axes
Send data
Numeric keypad
Command keys
LCD ON/OFF
IRDA port
Cursor keys
(menu scrolling)
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All front panel keys provide tactile sensory feedback, and many
key-press operations can be configured by supervisors or dealer
representatives to generate an audible sound.
Speaker and external speaker
jack outputs are provided that
can be adjusted for quiet or
noisy environments. Ear phones
can be plugged into the external speaker jack to facilitate silent operation in quiet environments.
Speaker Jack
Phone Jack
Tilt adjust
Input/Output connectors
Measurements viewed on the front panel LCD can be transmitted
to an IBM-compatible personal computer over a standard serial
port connection, or to a printer over a parallel or serial port. An
infrared (IRDA) port is also included on the front panel for communication with computers and other infrared-compatible devices.
Quadra-Chek® QC100
The compact ergonomic design
and adjustable-tilt front panel of
the QC100 allow users to locate
and mount the instrument in a
wide variety of environments to
accommodate nearly any viewing requirement. The tilt front
panel can be adjusted and secured in any convenient position. Rubber feet on the bottom
prevent slipping when the system is not permanently bolted
to a worksurface. Bolt holes are
provided in the mounting stand
that match the pattern of the
QC 1000.
Available options and
software version
An optional foot switch and remote keypad are available for
control and data entry when the
user is not close to the front
panel.
You system’s available options and the software version are listed
in the Language screen of the Setup menu. Refer to Chapter 4:
Setup for details.
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Chapter 1 Overview
Specifications
Input VInput V
Input V
Input VInput V
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use:use:
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use: 1.6 Amp 250V Slow Blow 5X20mm
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use:use:
Input FInput F
Input F
Input FInput F
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or continued protection against fire, replace only with a fuseor continued protection against fire, replace only with a fuse
F
or continued protection against fire, replace only with a fuse
FF
or continued protection against fire, replace only with a fuseor continued protection against fire, replace only with a fuse
of the specified voltage and current ratings.of the specified voltage and current ratings.
of the specified voltage and current ratings.
of the specified voltage and current ratings.of the specified voltage and current ratings.
Environmental Conditions:Environmental Conditions:
Environmental Conditions:
Environmental Conditions:Environmental Conditions:
Temperature: 0°C to 45°C (32°F TO 113°F)
Humidity: 90%rh
Altitude: 2000 meters
Pollution Degree: 2
Installation Category: II
Dimensions:Dimensions:
Dimensions:
Dimensions:Dimensions:
Enclosure (WxHxD): 11.5” X 7.5” X 2.75”
Base (WxHxD): 10” X 2” X 7.8”
Enclosure weight: 3.5 lbs.
Base weight: 7 lbs.
LCD:LCD:
LCD:
LCD:LCD:
Size/color: 6” black and white
Display digit size: 0.5”
oltage Range:oltage Range:
oltage Range: 85 VAC to 264 VAC. 1.0 Amp maximum
oltage Range:oltage Range:
(Auto switchable)
requency:requency:
requency: 43Hz to 63Hz
requency:requency:
UTIONUTION
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non-condensing
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ENC tests:ENC tests:
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EMC for electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use
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Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement,
control and laboratory use
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or open the enclosure. There are no useror open the enclosure. There are no user
or open the enclosure. There are no user
or open the enclosure. There are no useror open the enclosure. There are no user
inside. Refer all service requirements to qualified serviceinside. Refer all service requirements to qualified service
inside. Refer all service requirements to qualified service
inside. Refer all service requirements to qualified serviceinside. Refer all service requirements to qualified service
personnel.personnel.
personnel.
personnel.personnel.
-servicable parts-servicable parts
-servicable parts
-servicable parts-servicable parts
Chapter 2
Operation
This chapter describes how to operate the QC100. Instructions
will show typical LCD screen contents. This chapter includes:
• Measuring with the QC100 page 2-2
• Probing and targeting page 2-2
• Datum page 2-2
• Front panel controls and LCD screens page 2-3
• Front panel keys page 2-3
• LCD menus page 2-8
• Preparing for operation page 2-9
• Performing measurements page 2-15
The contents of LCD screens will reflect a system using X and Y
axis encoders configured with factory default settings. Your system may also include Z and/or Q axis encoders and might have
slightly different defaults and operating parameters, however the
instructions in this chapter are generic and will apply equally well
to all systems.
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Chapter 2 Operation
Measuring with the
QC100
Probing and targeting
Datum
The QC100 performs very precise dimensional measurements. Part
measurement is a simple process that includes positioning and
securing the part for measurement, establishing a datum and probing the part by targeting data points. The measurement result is
displayed on the DRO screen and can be printed or sent to a computer.
Once a datum has been established, points can be
measured by
ometry using crosshairs or by sensing the part with a touch-probe.
Crosshairs are targeted over a point by moving the part in the
stage. When a touch-probe is used, the probe is placed in contact with the part and indicates the part surface displacement as
the part is moved. In either case, displacement information is
displayed continuously on the DRO screen.
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The locations of probed or targeted points are always referred to
an absolute datum point or origin. The absolute datum coordinates are 0,0. The absolute datum can be set to any physical
point on or off the part being measured by pressing Zero axes
keys on the front panel. Setting the absolute datum and orienting
the axes establishes a reference frame within which a second (incremental) datum can be defined for incremental measurements.
targeting
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The datums can be zeroed using the Zero axes keys or can be set
to non-zero values that are entered from the numeric keypad using the Preset function.
Presetting a datum is useful when measurements are made from a
known part coordinate such as a point specified by a part drawing.
Quadra-Chek® QC100
Front panel controls
and LCD screens
Softkeys
The QC100 front panel controls will be explained in detail. Explanations will include the typical LCD screen images associated with
each control. Please read this portion of the guide carefully as
subsequent operating instructions depend on a familiarity with
user controls and LCD screen content.
The softkeys initiate functions that appear above the keys at the
bottom of the LCD screen. As different system functions are used,
the supporting softkey screen commands change in support.
Softkey commands Softkey commands
Softkey selections presented at the bottom of LCD screens provide
alternative viewing, measurement and configuration functions that
FastT rack
Zero axes
LCD screen
Softkeys
Cursor keys
(menu scrolling)
Send data
Numeric keypad
Command keys
LCD ON/OFF
IRDA port
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are unique to specific screens. Softkeys can be configured to provide a variety of commonly used functions by supervisors or dealer
representatives.
FastT rack
Zero axes
Send data
LCD screen
Softkeys
Command keys
Numeric keypad
Command keys
LCD ON/OFF
IRDA port
Cursor keys
(menu scrolling)
The command keys are used to enter individual data points, finish
a data entry session, cancel (or delete) the last data entry, or quit
the current activity and return to the DRO screen.
EnterEnter
Enter
EnterEnter
Enters data for a measurement. Information highlighted on the
LCD is stored as measurement or configuration data. This information includes probed location coordinates (each time a point is
targeted), data from stored features or alphanumeric data for a
configuration data field.
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FinishFinish
Finish
FinishFinish
Completes the part probing or data entry process for a measurement.
Quadra-Chek® QC100
CancelCancel
Cancel
CancelCancel
Erases the last data value entered into the system from part probing or from the numeric keypad. The Cancel key can also be used
to delete any highlighted feature from the feature list.
QuitQuit
Quit
QuitQuit
Aborts the current task and returns to the DRO screen.
Cursor keys
Zero axes keys
FastTrack keys
Numeric keypad
Send data
LCD ON/OFF
The 4 cursor keys (also referred to as cursor arrows) are used to
scroll lists, and to navigate menus.
The top, middle and bottom zero axes keys are used to zero the
current position of the X, Y, Z and Q axes respectively. The axes are
zeroed to set the absolute or incremental datums.
Programmed as hotkeys to initiate frequently used functions.
The keypad is used for numeric data entry. The decimal point key
and +/- key can also be used to reduce or increase the LCD screen
contrast if a decimal point or +/- input are not expected by the
system as part of a data entry process. The screen contrast setting
will be saved when the system is powered down and used as the
default contrast setting the next time the system is turned on.
Transmits measurement result information for the displayed feature to a computer over the serial port, to a printer over the parallel or serial port, or to any infrared-compatible device over the
infrared (IRDA) port.
Toggles the LCD display on and off without removing power from
the instrument. Pressing this switch while in the DRO screen also
re-locks the setup functions if a supervisor password was entered
earlier to unlock them.
IRDA port
Infrared transmission window for communication with infraredcompatible devices.
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