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Operating Instructions

ND 1400 QUADRA-CHEK

(QC 330)

English (en) 2/2010

QC-330 Series

User’s Guide

Touch Probe Systems

QC-330 and QC-331

QC-330 Series Touch Probe Systems

User’s Guide

Published by Metronics, Inc. 30 Harvey Road

Bedford, New Hampshire 03110 www.metronics.com

User’s Guide part number:	11A10609 Revision 0
Publishing date:	June, 2008
Printed in United States of America

QC-330 software version: 1.40

All information set forth in this document, all rights to such information, any and all inventions disclosed herein and any patents that might be granted by employing the materials, methods, techniques or apparatus described herein are the exclusive property of Metronics Inc., Bedford, New Hampshire.

Terms, conditions and features referenced in this document are subject to change without notice.

No part of this document may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without prior written permission of Metronics, Inc.. Requests to Metronics, Inc. for permission should be addressed to the Technical Services Department, Metronics, Inc., 30 Harvey Road, Bedford, New Hampshire 03110.

Limit of liability and disclaimer of warranty

While this guide was prepared with great care, Metronics makes no representations or warranties with respect to the accuracy or completeness of the contents of this book and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. The advice, methods and instructions contained in this book might not be suitable for your situation. When in doubt regarding suitability, you are encouraged to consult with a professional where appropriate. Metronics shall not be liable for any loss of profit or any damages, including but not limited to special, incidental, consequential or other damages.

Trademarks

Metronics, Quadra-Chek and QC-330 are registered trademarks of Metronics, Inc. and its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries. Other product names used in this document are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners. Metronics Incorporated disclaims any and all rights to those marks.

Conventions & Terms

QC-330 refers to any of the QC-330 series of instruments. System refers to the QC-330 and the measuring devices connected to it.

Icons

This guide uses the following icons to highlight information:

WARNINGS

The raised hand icon warns of a situation or condition that can lead to personal injury or death. Do not proceed until the warning is read and thoroughly understood.

DANGEROUS VOLTAGE

The lightning icon warns of the presence of a dangerous voltage within the product enclosure that might be of sufficient magnitude to cause serious shocks or death. Do not open the enclosure unless you are a qualified service person approved by Metronics, Inc., and never open the enclosure while power is connected.

CAUTIONS & IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The exclamation point icon indicates important information regarding equipment operation or maintenance, or a situation or condition that can lead to equipment malfunction or damage. Do not proceed until the information is read and thoroughly understood.

NOTE

The note icon indicates additional or supplementary information about an activity or concept.

Safety & 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.

Additional safety information is included on the next page and in Chapter 2: Installation.

WARNINGS

Disconnect the QC-330 from power before cleaning.

The QC-330 is equipped with a 3-wire power plug that includes a separate ground connection. Always connect the power plug to a 3-wire grounded outlet. The use of accessories that remove the third grounded connection such as a 2-wire power plug adapter create

a safety hazard and should not be permitted. If a 3-wire grounded outlet is not available, ask your electrician to provide one.

DANGEROUS VOLTAGE

Do not open the enclosure unless you are a qualified service person approved by Metronics, Inc., and never open the enclosure while power is connected. There are no user-serviceable components or assemblies inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

General Maintenance

Disconnect the QC-330 from power 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 QC-330 has been dropped or the exterior has been damaged

•The QC-330 exhibits degraded performance or indicates a need for service some other way

Cleaning the enclosure

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. Instructions for cleaning the touch screen are different and are given below.

Cleaning the touch screen

The touch screen should be cleaned as described below to prevent scratching or wearing the screen surface and to prevent liquids from leaking into the enclosure.

Use only a soft, lint-free cloth dampened with water for cleaning the touch screen. Never use abrasive cloths or paper towels. Never use abrasive cleaners, and never use detergents or solvents. Only dampen the cloth, do not use a cleaning cloth that is dripping wet. Never spray the screen.

If the screen is badly soiled, the cloth can be dampened with a 50:50 mixture of isopropyl alcohol and water. Remember, only dampen the cloth, do not use a cleaning cloth that is dripping wet, and never spray the screen.

Contents
Chapter 1	Overview
	Overview of the QC-330 features and functions................................	1
Chapter 2	Installation
	Unpacking the QC-330.......................................................................	5
	Assembling the mounting stand.........................................................	6
	Safety considerations..........................................................................	6
	Power cord and plug....................................................................	6
	Electrical wiring and connections ..............................................	6
	Location and mounting...............................................................	7
	Power surge suppressor...............................................................	7
	Connecting axis encoders...................................................................	7
	Connecting the touch probe input......................................................	8
	Connecting a printer...........................................................................	8
	Connecting a computer.......................................................................	9
	Connecting an optional footswitch.....................................................	9
	Warranty registration form ................................................................	10
	Repackaging for shipment..................................................................	10
Chapter 3	User Interface
	LCD Screen functions........................................................................	12
	Data display .......................................................................................	13
	DRO screen.................................................................................	13
	View screen.................................................................................	14
	TOL screen..................................................................................	15
	Measurement functions......................................................................	16
	Selecting a measurement type.....................................................	16
	Accessing programs....................................................................	17
	Sending data to a computer from the Extra tab...........................	18
	Extra tab functions......................................................................	19
	Space menu insert................................................................	19
	Divider line menu insert.......................................................	19
	Transmit feature data...........................................................	19
	Data prompt function ..........................................................	19

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Rotate about axis function...................................................	19
Multiple Extra tabs .....................................................................	19
Feature list .........................................................................................	20
System functions................................................................................	21
Undo............................................................................................	21
Probe. holder...............................................................................	21
Reference frame..........................................................................	21
Projection....................................................................................	22
Unit of measure...........................................................................	22
Setup............................................................................................	22
Command buttons and wide keys.......................................................	23
Number keys......................................................................................	24
LCD ON/OFF and deleting feature data............................................	25
Printing reports and sending data.......................................................	26

Chapter 4	Quick Start Demonstration
	Start recording a program...................................................................	28
	Establish a reference frame................................................................	28
	Measure a feature...............................................................................	30
	Apply tolerances to a feature measurement.......................................	30
	Print a report.......................................................................................	31
	Stop program recording .....................................................................	31
	Run the program.................................................................................	31
Chapter 5	Probes
	Probe qualification.............................................................................	33
	Probing technique...............................................................................	35
	Auto change/teach function................................................................	35

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Chapter 6

Measuring

Contents

Measurement activities.......................................................................	38
The measurement process..................................................................	38
Establishing a reference frame...........................................................	39
Part leveling................................................................................	39
Part skew alignment....................................................................	40
Establishing a datum zero point..................................................	41
Saving the reference frame..........................................................	43
Saving reference frames manually.......................................	43
Saving reference frames automatically................................	44
Measuring features.............................................................................	45
Selecting a projection plane........................................................	45
Probing features..........................................................................	46
Probing with Measure Magic...............................................	46
Probing without Measure Magic..........................................	47
Probing a single specific feature type...........................	47
Probing multiple specific feature types........................	47
Probing process....................................................................	48
Supported feature types........................................................	48
Backward/forward annotation..............................................	49
Probing specific feature types..............................................	50
Probing points...............................................................	50
Probing lines ................................................................	51
Probing circles..............................................................	52
Probing arcs..................................................................	53
Probing angles..............................................................	55
Probing distances..........................................................	56
Probing planes..............................................................	57
Probing cylinders..........................................................	58
Probing cones................................................................	59
Probing spheres.............................................................	60
Constructing features..........................................................................	61
Duplicate features........................................................................	61
Extracted features........................................................................	62
Intersection features....................................................................	62
Relation features..........................................................................	63
Multipoint features .....................................................................	63
Perpendicular/parallel/tangent features.......................................	64
Gage line and circle features.......................................................	65
Creating features.................................................................................	66

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Chapter 7	Tolerances
	Applying tolerances to features ............................................................	69
	Select a feature from the feature list..............................................	69
	Select the desired fit algorithm......................................................	69
	Display the TOL screen.................................................................	69
	Select a tolerance............................................................................	70
	Position tolerances..................................................................	71
	Form tolerances.......................................................................	71
	Orientation tolerances.............................................................	72
	Runout tolerances....................................................................	72
	Size tolerances........................................................................	72
	Enter nominal, limit or tolerance values........................................	73
	Omitting a tolerance category........................................................	73
	Tolerance types......................................................................................	74
	Position/Bidirectional.....................................................................	74
	Points.......................................................................................	74
	Lines........................................................................................	74
	Circles, arcs and spheres ........................................................	75
	Slots and rectangles................................................................	75
	Position/True position ...................................................................	76
	Points and lines.......................................................................	76
	Circles, arcs, spheres and cylinders........................................	76
	Position/MMC and LMC (Material conditions)............................	77
	MMC Circles, arcs and cylinders...........................................	77
	LMC Circles, arcs and cylinders.............................................	78
	Position/Concentricity circles and arcs..........................................	79
	Form/Straightness lines..................................................................	79
	Form/Roundness circles, arcs and spheres ....................................	79
	Form/Cylindricity cylinders...........................................................	80
	Form/Flatness planes......................................................................	80
	Orientation/Perpendicularity lines, cylinders, cones, planes.........	80
	Orientation/Parallelism lines, cylinders, cones..............................	80
	Orientation/Angle angles, cones....................................................	81
	Orientation/Co-planarity planes.....................................................	81
	Runout/Circular runout circles, arcs..............................................	81
	Size/Width distances......................................................................	82
	Size/Radius, diameter, length, width..............................................	82

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Chapter 8

Programming

Contents

	Creating programs.................................................................................	83
	Start program recording.................................................................	84
	Enter a program title (or user message).........................................	85
	Create a reference frame for measurements...................................	86
	Measure a feature (include a message)..........................................	86
	Apply a tolerance...........................................................................	87
	Report results.................................................................................	87
	Stop the program recording...................................................................	88
	Editing Programs ..................................................................................	89
	Editing existing steps.....................................................................	89
	Editing program settings................................................................	89
	Editing tolerances...........................................................................	90
	Editing user prompt messages........................................................	91
	Inserting or appending new program steps....................................	92
	Running programs.................................................................................	93
	Saving and retrieving programs............................................................	94
	Saving programs.............................................................................	94
	Retrieving programs.......................................................................	94
	Deleting programs.................................................................................	96
Chapter 9	Communications
	Connecting to a computer......................................................................	97
	Sending data to a computer...................................................................	98
	Sending data to a printer........................................................................	99
	Printer format strings......................................................................	99
	Report formats ...............................................................................	99
	Printing a report.....................................................................................	100
	Printing feature measurement data.................................................	100
	Printing QC-330 system settings....................................................	101
	RS-232 connector pin designations ......................................................	102
	ASCII Code table..................................................................................	102

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Chapter 10	Setup
	The Setup Menu....................................................................................	104
	Accessing and using the Setup Menu.............................................	104
	Entering the supervisor password...........................................	105
	Selecting items from the Setup Menu ....................................	106
	Selecting setup parameter choices..........................................	106
	Entering and deleting setup data.............................................	106
	Storing a parameter and advancing to the next step...............	107
	Leaving the setup menu..........................................................	107
	Minimum setup......................................................................................	108
	Setup screen descriptions......................................................................	109
	Language screen.............................................................................	109
	Specifying the displayed language .........................................	109
	Supervisor screen...........................................................................	110
	Entering the supervisor password...........................................	110
	Keeping setup privileges until the power is cycled................	110
	Hiding setup parameters from unauthorized personnel..........	110
	Limiting access to program functions ....................................	110
	Saving and loading settings....................................................	111
	Encoders screen..............................................................................	112
	Selecting an axis to configure.................................................	112
	Specifying encoder resolution.................................................	112
	Specifying encoder type..........................................................	112
	Calibrating analog encoders....................................................	113
	Selecting reference marks ......................................................	115
	None.................................................................................	115
	Manual.............................................................................	115
	Single...............................................................................	115
	Absolute...........................................................................	115
	Setting a new machine zero reference....................................	116
	Reversing the encoder count direction....................................	116
	Enabling axis error messages..................................................	116
	Specifying slew limit..............................................................	116
	Squareness screen...........................................................................	117
	Calibrating system squareness................................................	117
	SLEC screen ..................................................................................	118
	LEC or SLEC, which is right for my application?.................	118
	LEC (Linear error correction).................................................	118
	SLEC (Segmented linear error correction) ............................	120

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Probe screen...................................................................................		123
Probe holder............................................................................		123
Hard probe..............................................................................		123
Probe active level is high........................................................		123
Debounce time........................................................................		123
Probe to probe delay...............................................................		124
Direction threshold..................................................................		124
Qualification diameter............................................................		124
Qualify at startup.....................................................................		124
Allow auto change/teach.........................................................		124
Auto change/teach distance.....................................................		124
Find qual sphere at startup......................................................		125
Stack length.............................................................................		125
Measure screen ..............................................................................		127
Annotation...............................................................................		127
Minimum points required for a feature measurement.............		127
Probe hit starts measure magic...............................................		128
Auto save UCS (User Coordinate System) ............................		128
Distances.................................................................................		128
Enabling and configuring point filtration...............................		128
Enabling point filtration...................................................		129
Specifying a filtration error limit ....................................		129
Specifying a filtration standard deviation range	.............	129
Specifying the min percentage of retained points............		129
Display screen ...............................................................................		130
Display resolution...................................................................		130
Default units of linear measure ..............................................		131
Radix for numeric displays ....................................................		131
Angular units of measure........................................................		131
Time formats...........................................................................		131
Date formats............................................................................		131
Display mode switching..........................................................		132
Configuring the Extra tab........................................................		133
Extra tab functions...........................................................		134
Space menu insert............................................................		134
Divider line menu insert..................................................		134
Data prompt function ......................................................		134
Axis position ...................................................................		134
Angle...............................................................................		134
Diameter..........................................................................		134
Rotate coordinate system.................................................		134

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Header screen.....................................................................................	135
Creating report headers...............................................................	135
Print screen.........................................................................................	136
Specifying a data type ................................................................	136
Specifying a data destination......................................................	136
Report Type.................................................................................	136
Lines per page.............................................................................	136
Specifying column separators.....................................................	137
Ports screen.........................................................................................	138
Baud rate.....................................................................................	138
Word length.................................................................................	138
Stop bits.......................................................................................	138
Parity...........................................................................................	138
EOC delay ..................................................................................	138
EOL delay...................................................................................	138
Clock screen.......................................................................................	139
Sound screen......................................................................................	140
Miscellaneous screen..........................................................................	141
Return to DRO threshold............................................................	141
Touchscreen calibration rows and columns................................	141
Calibrating the touchscreen.........................................................	142
Touch screen cursor....................................................................	142
Touch screen repeat delay ..........................................................	142
Touch zone size...........................................................................	143
Screen brightness........................................................................	143
Showing the Extra tab ................................................................	143
Hardware screen.................................................................................	144

Chapter 11	Problem Solving
	Symptoms, possible causes and solutions..........................................	146
	No image is visible on the LCD screen.......................................	146
	Values displayed on the LCD screen are incorrect.....................	146
	Reports are not printed or are incomplete...................................	147
	Reports are printed incorrectly ...................................................	148
	Data cannot be transmitted to a computer...................................	148
	Getting help from your distributor.....................................................	149

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Chapter 12 Reference Material

Contents

	Product specifications.....................................................................	151
	Electrical.................................................................................	151
	Environmental ........................................................................	151
	Dimensions..............................................................................	151
	LCD.........................................................................................	151
	ENC tests.................................................................................	151
	Footswitch & handswitch wiring...................................................	152
	RS-232 connector wiring................................................................	153
	Tolerances......................................................................................	154
	Concentricity tolerance...........................................................	154
	Reference Features .................................................................	154
	Least squares best fit...............................................................	154
	Maximum inscribed circle......................................................	154
	Minimum superscribed circle..................................................	154
	ISO (least radial distance) ......................................................	154
Chapter 13	Options
	Overview .......................................................................................	155
Index

Chapter 1:

Overview

The Quadra-Chek 330 series is a family of advanced digital readout systems for performing 2, 3 and 4 axis measurements at very high levels of precision and accuracy. Dimensional inspection of components can be made using CMM touch probe systems as part of in-line production activities or final quality inspection.

Feature points are entered using fixed, indexing or friction touch probes. Feature type can automatically be determined by the system using Measure Magic technology. Level and skew compensation can be performed on mis-

aligned parts prior to measurements to eliminate the need for time-consuming fixturing.

The intuitive interface will be familiar to users of the QC-200 and other Metronics digital readouts. Operators will find the QC-330 easy to understand and use thanks to the large color touch screen LCD display.

The color LCD displays alphanumeric and graphic information for the current measurement, part features and measurement data clearly on one screen, eliminating the need to page or scroll or navigate for information.

Touch screen controls select the feature to be measured, change operating and display modes, zero axes, and configure setup parameters. Touch screen controls change to support measurement-specific functions displayed on the LCD screen.

Front panel keys enter numeric data, turn the LCD on or off and send data to a printer or computer. Two wide keys located over the LCD can quickly be pressed without looking at the front panel to initiate frequently used functions programmed by the user. All front panel keys provide tactile sensory feedback, and key-press operations can be configured to generate an audible sound.

Overview 1

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	Wide keys

Print/Send data

Touch screen controls

Numeric keypad

Command keys

Color touch screen

LCD ON/OFF

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.

Sequences of key-presses and touch probe contacts used to perform measurements can be recorded and stored as programs. These programs can be replayed later to perform complete measurement sequences. Sequences can be as simple as measuring a line, or can be expanded to include skew adjustment, datuming, the measurement of multiple features, tolerancing and printing reports of measurement results.

Measurement results can be saved to a USB flash drive, transmitted to a PC over the RS-232 port or printed on a USB printer.

Description of QC-330 Features

External footswitch

Touch probe		Speaker jack
input		USB ports
		USB ports

Encoder inputs

RS-232 port

Tilt adjust

Overview 1

The compact ergonomic design and adjustable-tilt front panel of the QC-330 allow users to locate and mount the instrument in a wide variety of environments that 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 work surface using the bolt holes provided in the bottom of the mounting stand.

Jacks are provided for an optional foot switch or hand switch. All the optional accessories for the QC-330 are shown in detail at the rear of this guide in Chapter 13: Options.

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Chapter 2:

Installation

The QC-330 is easy to install in a variety of basic and advanced measurement applications. This chapter describes how to unpack and install the QC-330. Repackaging instructions are also included for return shipments and for distributors and OEM customers that are configuring a QC-330 and shipping it to an end-user.

Unpacking the QC-330

Carefully remove the contents of the shipping carton.

NOTE

Save the carton and packaging materials in case future return shipment becomes necessary.

Installation 2

Inspect the components listed below for shipping damage. The contents of the carton includes:

•	QC-330 instrument	•	Mounting stand and hardware
•	Power cord	•	Warranty registration card

Shipments of other optional equipment in separate cartons might include:

•	RS-232 serial cable	• QC-Wedge software
•	Foot switch or hand switch

If any components were damaged in shipment, save the packaging materials for inspection and contact your shipping agent for mediation. Contact your Metronics distributor for replacement parts.

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	Assembling the mounting stand
	The QC-330 is secured to the swivel slots of the mounting stand by a shoulder
	screw, a cap screw and associated washers.
	Assemble the QC-330 to the mounting stand as shown.
	Tighten the shoulder screw (1), and then tighten the cap
	screw (5) and washers (3 & 4) so that the QC-330 will
	be secure when adjusted to the desired tilt position.
	Safety considerations
	The QC-330 is completely enclosed and no hazardous out-
	puts can come in contact with the user. Safety considerations
	are related to power connections and physical mounting.
	WARNING
	If the QC-330 falls from its mounting location, serious personal injury or damage to
	the equipment can result.
	Power cord and plug
	Do not locate the power cord where it can be walked on or will create a tripping hazard. Connect the 3-wire
	power plug to only a 3-wire grounded outlet. Never connect 2-wire to 3-wire adapters to the power cord
	or remove the third ground wire to fit the plug into a 2-wire electrical outlet. Modifying or overriding the
	third-wire ground creates a safety hazard and should not be permitted.
	DANGEROUS VOLTAGE
	Always disconnect the power cord from the source of AC power before unplugging
	it from the QC-330 power connector. The AC voltage available at electrical outlets is
	extremely dangerous and can cause serious injury or death.
	Electrical wiring and connections
	Perform regular inspections of all connections to the QC-330. Keep connections clean and tight. Locate
	cables away from moving objects. Do not create tripping hazards with power cords, input/output cables or
	other electrical wiring.
	Use shielded cables to connect to the serial RS-232 port. Make certain that cables are properly terminated
	and firmly connected on both ends.

Safety and Power

Location and mounting

Rest the QC-330 on a flat, stable surface, or bolt it to a stable surface from the bottom using four 10/32 screws fastened in the pattern shown at the right.

Installation 2

Power surge suppressor

Connect the QC-330 to power through a high-quality power surge suppressor. Surge suppressors limit the amplitude of potentially damaging power line transients caused by electrical machinery or lightning. When a surge suppressor is not used, power line transients can corrupt system memory or damage circuits.

Connecting axis encoders

Axis encoders are attached to interface connectors on the rear of the QC-330. Many encoder interfaces are available to match the wide variety of encoders that can be used with the QC-330. The type of axis encoder connectors will vary depending on the application. Encoder inputs are specified as analog or TTL at the time of purchase and cannot be changed in

the field.

1 Verify that the QC-330 is off.

X, Y, Z and Q axis input connectors

2 Connect the axis encoders tightly to their connectors. An axis label is pro-

vided near each connector. Do not overtighten the connector screws.

Encoder input parameters must be configured later using the Encoder setup screen. Please refer to Chapter 10: Setup for details regarding encoder setup.

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Connecting the touch probe input

The fixed or manually indexed touch probe is connected to the

Renishaw® connector on the rear of the QC-330.

1 Verify that the QC-330 is off.

2 Connect the touch probe to the Renishaw connector on the rear panel.

Touch probe connector

Connecting a printer

The QC-330 supports certain USB printers. Printer models should be specified by Metronics when the QC-330 is ordered, or approved by Metronics later.

1 Verify that the QC-330 and printer power are off. Connect the USB printer to the USB Type A port on the side of the enclosure.

2 Make sure the USB cable plug is fully inserted.

USB printer port

Connections

Connecting a computer

1Verify that the QC-330 and computer power are off.

2Connect a computer COM port to the QC-330 RS-232 serial port using a standard straight-through serial cable (Metronics part number 11B12176). Make sure the cable connectors are tight, but do not overtighten the connector screws.

3Apply power to the computer, and then the QC-330. The default QC-330 settings for communication over the RS-232 serial port are shown here.

•	Baud rate:	1200
•	Parity:	None
•	Data bits:	7
•	Stop bits:	1
•	Flow control:	Hardware

RS-232 serial port connector

4 Launch the computer application that will be used to communicate with the QC-330, and configure the communication properties of the COM port to match those of the QC-330.

Installation 2

Connecting an optional footswitch

The optional foot switch is connected to the RJ-45 connector on the rear of the QC-330.

1Verify that the QC-330 is off.

2Connect the foot switch to the RJ-45 connector on the rear connector panel.

Footswitch connector

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Warranty registration form

The warranty registration form included in the shipping carton should be completed and mailed as soon as possible. Also record the purchase and warranty information here so that it will be readily available later to support any necessary interactions with distributor or factory technical support personnel.

The software version can be found in the

Hardware setup screen. Refer to Chapter 10: Setup for screen descriptions.

Repackaging for shipment

Repackage the QC-330 in the original packaging as received from the factory, or equivalent. It is not necessary to ship the base when shipping the QC-330 for repair.

CAUTION

The original packaging must be duplicated and the LCD must be inserted face-up to prevent damage to the LCD screen.

Pay special attention to the following instructions:

1Connect any loose mounting hardware to the QC-330 instrument

2Repackage the foam and cardboard carton inserts as originally shipped from the factory.

3Place the QC-330 into shipping carton with the LCD facing up.

4Replace the warranty card and slip sheets found at the top of the carton. The “Before you begin” slip sheet should be inserted last.

What’s next?

Proceed to Chapter 10: Setup to configure your QC-330 for use. Follow the instructions for Minimum Setup requirements.

Chapter 3: User Interface

The QC-330 user interface consists of hardware front panel buttons and number keys that work in cooperation with software menus, buttons, and data fields shown on the color LCD touch screen. The hardware/ software interface is divided into the function areas listed and shown below.

•	Screen functions	•	Command buttons and wide keys
•	Data display	•	Number keys
•	Measurement functions	•	LCD ON/OFF or delete features
•	Feature list	•	Printing reports and sending data
•	System functions

Interface User 3

Wide keys	Printing reports
	and sending data

System functions

Screen functions

Number

keys

	Feature	Data
		display
	list

Command

buttons

Measure functions

LCD ON/OFF and delete features

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LCD Screen functions

The LCD functions are used to select screens that support operator activities.

Touch a button to select the desired screen.

•	DRO	Displays the digital readout
•	VIEW	Displays the selected feature’s data cloud and physical geometry
•	TOL	Displays the tolerance screens for entering and editing tolerances

DRO screen

VIEW screen

TOL screen

LCD Screen Functions

Data display

Data is displayed on the DRO, View and Tol screens.

DRO screen

Press the DRO button to display the DRO screen. Measurement data, reference frame, projection, part alignment controls and part datum controls are shown on the DRO screen.

Part datum controls

Feature data: minor coefficients

Data points

Projection

Reference frame ID

Part alignment control

Feature data: major coefficients

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View screen

Press the VIEW button to display the VIEW screen. Measurement data, reference frame, projection and an image of the data cloud and resulting feature geometry are shown on the View screen.

Data cloud and feature geometry

Feature data: major coefficients

Feature data: minor coefficients

Data points

Projection

Reference frame ID

The view of the feature geometry is rotated by touching center or corner points at the edge of the image or by touching and dragging across the screen.

LCD Screen Functions

TOL screen

Press the TOL button to display the Tolerance screen. Tolerance data, tolerance type selections and tolerance specification fields are shown on the TOL screen.

Specification of nominal values

Tolerance

type

Measurement

results

Tolerance specifications

Tolerance type selection controls

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Measurement functions

The measurement functions are divided into three tabbed areas:

•	Measure	Select a measurement type, such as circle, line or sphere
•	Program	Record, edit or play back a program of measurement steps
•	Extra	Send data to the RS-232 port

Selecting a measurement type

Measurement types are selected from the Measure tab. Touch the Measure tab repeatedly to display icons in the measure tab for the different 2D and 3D measurement types.

Touch the Measure tab to display	then touch the Measure tab repeatedly to alternately display 2D and 3D
measurement types...	measurement types

Touch a measure icon to select the desired measurement type. In some cases, such as when selecting circles and slots, related measurement types will also be presented as shown in this example of touching the circle icon to display the arc measure type.

Touching the circle measure icon...

displays circle and arc measurement types

NOTE

Details regarding performing measurements and the use of measurement tools are provided in Chapter 6: Measuring.

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