Magtrol DSP7000 User Manual

Model DSP7000

High Speed Programmable

Dynamometer Controller

User’s Manual

Purchase Record

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2nd Edition rev. L – January 2017

Safety Precautions

1. Make sure that all Magtrol dynamometers and electronic products are earth-grounded, to ensure
personal safety and proper operation.

2. Check line voltage before operating the DSP7000.

3. Make sure that dynamometers and motors under test are equipped with appropriate safety
guards.

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Revisions To This Manual

The contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice. Should revisions be necessary, updates to all
Magtrol User’s Manuals can be found at Magtrol’s web site at www.magtrol.com/support/manuals.htm.

Please compare the date of this manual with the revision date on the web site, then refer to the manual’s Table of
Revisions for any changes/updates that have been made since this edition.

REVISION DATE

2nd Edition revision L– January 2017

TABLE OF REVISIONS

Date Edition Change Section(s)

01/05/17 2 nd Edition rev. L I/O Card specications updated. 8.1
04/05/16 2 nd Edition rev. K Torque Commands updated. 7.4.6
08/10/15 2 nd Edition rev. J USB driver setup for Windows operating system updated. 7.1.1
07/07/15 2 nd Edition rev. H Installation instructions and commands updated

throughout chapter.

07/07/15 2 nd Edition rev. H Setting tare function instructions updated. 6.7.1
07/07/15 2 nd Edition rev. H Alarm instuctions and commands updated throughout

chapter.

06-09-15 2 nd Edition rev. G Figure 2-12 RS-232 Interface drawing updated. 2.4.4
06/19/14 2 nd Edition rev. F A/D Sample Rate changed from 7812.5 KHz to 7812.5 Hz. 10.3

03/27/14 2 nd Edition rev. E Miscellaneous Commands updated. 7.4.7
10/28/13 2 nd Edition rev. D Speed commands table updated.

Chapter 7

Chapter 5

7.4.5

Figure 4-1 updated for new rmware.

Section updated for new rmware.
07/11/13 2 nd Edition rev. C Note added to Calibration Frequency procedure. 9.3.4
07/03/13 2 nd Edition rev. B Step number 5 updated in Calibration Procedure of Digital

to Analog Converters.
07/03/13 2 nd Edition rev. B Step number 4 updated in Calibration Prodedure of

Analog to Digital Converters.
05/23/13 2 nd Edition rev. A Calibration procedure of Analog to Digital Converters

updated.
05/23/13 2 nd Edition rev. A Digital input and output added to specications. 8.1
03/09/13 2 nd Edition Torque invert signal added. B.3.4
03/09/13 2 nd Edition Prcedure for setting the scale factor updated. 10.2.1.1, 10.2.1.2,

03/09/13 2 nd Edition Calibration Procedure updated. 9.3, 9.3.3
03/09/13 2 nd Edition New drawing added. 8.2.3, 8.2.4
03/09/13 2 nd Edition Pin 25 updated to Alarm Relay 2 Common. 8.1.2
03/09/13 2 nd Edition QDS1,xx.xx, QDS2,xx.xx; QIS1,xx.xx, QIS2,xx.xx;

QPS1,xx.xx, QPS2,xx.xx commands updated.
03/09/13 2 nd Edition NDSI1,#, NDSI2,#; NISI1,#, NISI2,#; NPSI1,#, NPSI2,#

commands updated.

4.3.1

6.6

9.3.3

9.3.2

9.3.2

10.2.1.3

7.4.6

7.4.5

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Date Edition Change Section(s)

03/09/13 2 nd Edition Din1,#, Din2,# command updated.

7.4.4

TAC1,#, TAC2,# command updated.
03/09/13 2 nd Edition Drawing updated 3.2.4.1, 3.2.5.1,

3.2.7.1, 3.2.8.1,

3.2.9.1, 3.2.10.1

03/09/13 2 nd Edition Note updated with correct section number for the Torque

3.2.1

Filter information.
03/09/13 2 nd Edition New features updated. 1.2
02/20/13 1st Edition - rev. Q One “x” added to the OD1, OD2 command to show a

7.4.2

return of 6 speed digits.
02/13/13 1st Edition - rev. P Section 6.8 How to Set the TM/TF Invert Flag added.

6.8

DINØ, DIN1 changed to DIRØ, DIR1 in the note section.

7.5

01/31/13 1st Edition - rev. O Step added to the setup instructions. 4.3.1
01/25/13 1st Edition - rev. N TMV1,# and TMV2,# command added.

A note was added to the DSP6001 Mode instructions.
01/04/13 1st Edition - rev. M F1,xx.xx and F2,xx.xx command function and denition

7.4.7

7.5

7.4.5

updated.
11/14/12 1st Edition - rev. L OS,# miscellaneous command added.

Calibration of Frequency added to the calibration

7.4.7

9.3.4

procedures.

10/26/12 1st Edition - rev. K The Supply 1/Supply 2 pin descriptions updated. 2.4.1
05/29/12 1st Edition - rev. J Power Supply connector description changed to include

1.3

HD 825 dynamometers.
04/25/12 1st Edition - rev. I Brake fuse changed to 1.25 Amps.

Congure Output Binary table descriptions updated.

1.3

7.2.2

03/14/12 1st Edition - rev. H OV,# command updated for both channels. 7.4.7
01/12/12 1st Edition - rev. G Section 6.6 How to Set Preload Control and section 6.7

6.6, 6.7

How to Set and Reset Tare Function was added.

The ALC,# Alarm Command was added to section 7.4.1.

7.4.1, 7.4.7

The TS1, TS2, TR1 and TR2 Commands were added to

section 7.4.7.
01/09/12 1st Edition - rev. F Driver and Tera Term location changed to Magtrol Manual CD7.1.1, 7.1.2, 8.4.2

12/27/11 1st Edition - rev. E USB Driver setup updated. 7.1.1, 7.1.2

12/13/11 1st Edition - rev D “Open or 8 Volts” was changed to “Open collector” for pin

9 in section 8.1.2. Function was changed for ALR1,# and

ALR2,# in section 7.4.1.

12/06/11 1st Edition - rev C RPM vs PPR Chart added 3.4
12/02/11/ 1st Edition - rev B STAT command was updated in section 7.4.7 to include

ramp down, ramp up, and mode input. The OP command

was added in section 7.4.8.
11/14/11 1st Edition - rev A Contact Rating changed from 1 amp, 24 VDC to 24 VDC,

1 amp max.

8.1.2, 7.4.1

7.4.7, 7.4.8

5.1.1, 8.1.2

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Table of Contents

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ......................................................................................................................... I

REVISIONS TO THIS MANUAL ............................................................................................................... II

REVISION DATE ................................................................................................................................................................. II

TABLE OF REVISIONS ...................................................................................................................................................... II

TABLE OF CONTENTS .......................................................................................................................... IV

TABLE OF FIGURES .............................................................................................................................. IX

PREFACE ............................................................................................................................................... XII

PURPOSE OF THIS MANUAL ........................................................................................................................................XII

WHO SHOULD USE THIS MANUAL .............................................................................................................................XII

MANUAL ORGANIZATION ............................................................................................................................................XII

CONVENTIONS USED IN THIS MANUAL ................................................................................................................. XIII

1. INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................ 1

1.1 UNPACKING YOUR DSP7000 ..................................................................................................................................... 1

1.2 NEW FEATURES OF THE DSP7000 ........................................................................................................................... 1

1.3 DATA SHEET .................................................................................................................................................................2

2. CONTROLS ....................................................................................................................................... 10

2.1 FRONT PANEL ............................................................................................................................................................ 10

2.2 FRONT PANEL CONTROLS AND BUTTONS ......................................................................................................... 10

2.2.1 Enabling Secondary Functions ....................................................................................................................... 11

2.2.2 Enabling Saving Function .............................................................................................................................. 11

2.2.3 How to Use Front Panel Controls and Buttons .............................................................................................. 12

2.3 VACUUM FLUORESCENT DISPLAY (VFD) ........................................................................................................... 13

2.3.1 Contrast Settings ............................................................................................................................................ 14

2.3.2 Status Display Messages ................................................................................................................................ 14

2.4 REAR PANEL .............................................................................................................................................................. 15

2.4.1 Rear Panel Inputs and Outputs ....................................................................................................................... 15

2.4.2 Optional IO..................................................................................................................................................... 17

2.4.3 Optional GPIB ................................................................................................................................................ 18

2.4.4 Optional RS-232............................................................................................................................................. 18

3. INSTALLATION/CONFIGURATION .................................................................................................. 19

3.1 POWERING UP THE DSP7000 .................................................................................................................................. 19

3.1.1 Self-Test ......................................................................................................................................................... 19

3.1.2 Main Menu ..................................................................................................................................................... 20

3.2 INSTRUMENTATION SETUP (TORQUE) ................................................................................................................ 20

3.2.1 Dynamometer Configuration Menu ............................................................................................................... 21

3.2.2 Hysteresis Dynamometer Setup ..................................................................................................................... 22

3.2.3 Hysteresis Dynamometer with Transducer Setup .......................................................................................... 23

3.2.4 Hysteresis Dynamometer with Eddy-Current or Powder Brake Setup .......................................................... 24

3.2.5 Eddy-Current or Powder Brake Dynamometer Setup .................................................................................... 25

3.2.6 Eddy-Current or Powder Brake Dynamometer with Torque Transducer Setup ............................................. 27

3.2.7 Two Eddy-Current/Powder Brake Dynamometers (Independent Setup) ....................................................... 28

3.2.8 Two Eddy-Current/Powder Brake Dynamometers (Tandem Setup) .............................................................. 29

3.2.9 Eddy-Current Dynamometer with Powder Brake Dynamometer (Tandem Setup) ........................................ 31

3.2.10 In-Line Torque Transducer with Brake .......................................................................................................... 32

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3.3 TORQUE FILTER SETUP ........................................................................................................................................... 33

3.4 INSTRUMENTATION SETUP (SPEED) .................................................................................................................... 33

3.4.1 TACH A .......................................................................................................................................................... 35

3.4.2 QUAD DEG ................................................................................................................................................... 35

3.4.3 AI 1................................................................................................................................................................. 35

3.5 CONFIGURE COMMUNICATION ............................................................................................................................ 36

3.5.1 GPIB Address ................................................................................................................................................. 36

3.5.2 RS-232 Interface ............................................................................................................................................ 36

4. PID SETTINGS .................................................................................................................................. 37

4.1 ABOUT THE PID LOOP ............................................................................................................................................. 37

4.1.1 P (Proportional Gain) ..................................................................................................................................... 37

4.1.2 I (Integral) ...................................................................................................................................................... 37

4.1.3 D (Derivative) ................................................................................................................................................. 37

4.2 SETTING PID VALUES .............................................................................................................................................. 37

4.2.1 How To Set P (Proportional Gain) Value ....................................................................................................... 37

4.2.2 How to Set I (Integral) Value .......................................................................................................................... 37

4.2.3 How to Set D (Derivative) Value .................................................................................................................... 37

4.3 SETTING THE CORRECT PID’S FOR YOUR MOTOR .......................................................................................... 38

4.3.1 Setting the PID with an Unknown Motor or System ..................................................................................... 38

4.3.2 Setting the PID for Torque Control ................................................................................................................ 38

4.3.3 Setting the PID for Speed Control ................................................................................................................. 41

4.3.4 Setting the PID for Ramp Down .................................................................................................................... 43

5. ALARM SYSTEM .............................................................................................................................. 45

5.1 GENERAL INFORMATION ....................................................................................................................................... 45

5.1.1 Alarm Relay (IO Card Option) ...................................................................................................................... 45

5.1.2 Alarm Operation............................................................................................................................................. 46

5.1.3 Alarm Priority ................................................................................................................................................ 47

5.2 POWER ALARM ......................................................................................................................................................... 47

5.2.1 Instructions for Power Alarm Setup ............................................................................................................... 47

5.2.2 Power Alarm Action ....................................................................................................................................... 47

5.2.3 To Reset Power Alarm .................................................................................................................................... 48

5.3 GLOBAL POWER ALARM ........................................................................................................................................ 48

5.3.1 Instructions for Global Power Alarm Setup ................................................................................................... 48

5.3.2 Global Power Action ...................................................................................................................................... 49

5.3.3 to reset global power alarm ............................................................................................................................ 49

5.4 MAXIMUM SPEED ALARM .................................................................................................................................... 49

5.4.1 Instructions for Maximum Speed Alarm Setup .............................................................................................. 49

5.4.2 Maximum Speed Alarm Action ...................................................................................................................... 50

5.4.3 To Reset Maximum Speed Alarm .................................................................................................................. 50

5.5 MAXIMUM TORQUE ALARM ................................................................................................................................ 50

5.5.1 Instructions for Maximum Torque Alarm Setup ............................................................................................50

5.5.2 Maximum Torque Alarm Action .................................................................................................................... 51

5.5.3 To Reset Maximum Torque Alarm ................................................................................................................. 51

5.6 GLOBAL TORQUE ALARM ...................................................................................................................................... 52

5.6.1 Instructions for Global Torque Alarm Setup .................................................................................................. 52

5.6.2 Global Torque Action ..................................................................................................................................... 52

5.6.3 To Reset Global Torque Alarm ....................................................................................................................... 52

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5.7 AIR FLOW ALARM .................................................................................................................................................... 52

5.7.1 Instructions for Air Flow Alarm Setup ........................................................................................................... 52

5.7.2 Air Flow Alarm Action ................................................................................................................................... 53

5.7.3 To Reset Air Flow Alarm ............................................................................................................................... 53

5.8 WATER FLOW ALARM ............................................................................................................................................. 54

5.8.1 Instructions for Water Flow Alarm Setup ....................................................................................................... 54

5.8.2 Water Flow Alarm Action .............................................................................................................................. 54

5.8.3 To Reset Water Flow Alarm ........................................................................................................................... 54

5.9 EXTERNAL ALARM (I/O CARD OPTION) ............................................................................................................. 55

5.9.1 Instructions for External Alarm Setup............................................................................................................55

5.9.2 External Alarm Action....................................................................................................................................55

5.9.3 To Reset External Alarm ................................................................................................................................ 55

5.10 TEMPERATURE ALARM (WB/PB ONLY) .............................................................................................................. 56

5.10.1 Instructions for Temperature Alarm Setup ..................................................................................................... 56

5.10.2 Temperature Alarm Action ............................................................................................................................. 56

5.10.3 To Reset Temperature Alarm .......................................................................................................................... 56

5.11 ELECTRICAL ALARM .............................................................................................................................................. 56

5.11.1 Instructions for Electrical Alarm Setup .......................................................................................................... 56

5.11.2 Electrical Alarm Action .................................................................................................................................. 56

5.11.3 To Reset Electrical Alarm .............................................................................................................................. 57

5.12 CLUTCH ALARM (WB/PB ONLY) ........................................................................................................................... 57

5.12.1 Clutch Alarm Action ...................................................................................................................................... 57

5.12.2 To Reset Clutch alarm .................................................................................................................................... 57

6. MANUALLY CONTROLLED OPERATION ....................................................................................... 58

6.1 HOW TO SET DESIRED POWER UNITS ................................................................................................................ 58

6.2 HOW TO SET DESIRED TORQUE UNITS .............................................................................................................. 58

6.3 HOW TO SET TORQUE CONTROL .......................................................................................................................... 59

6.4 HOW TO SET SPEED CONTROL .............................................................................................................................60

6.5 HOW TO SET OPEN LOOP CONTROL .................................................................................................................... 61

6.6 HOW TO SET PRELOAD CONTROL ....................................................................................................................... 61

6.7 HOW TO SET AND RESET TARE FUNCTION ........................................................................................................ 62

6.7.1 Setting the Tare Function ............................................................................................................................... 62

6.7.2 Resetting the Tare Function ............................................................................................................................ 62

6.8 HOW TO SET THE TM/TF INVERT FLAG .............................................................................................................. 63

7. COMPUTER CONTROLLED OPERATION ...................................................................................... 64

7.1 ABOUT THE USB INTERFACE ................................................................................................................................ 64

7.1.1 USB Driver Setup for Windows Operation System ....................................................................................... 64

7.1.2 Checking the DSP7000-To-PC Connection for GPIB Setup .........................................................................70

7.2 DATA FORMAT ........................................................................................................................................................... 71

7.2.1 Output Data (OD) ........................................................................................................................................... 71

7.2.2 Output Binary Command (OB) ...................................................................................................................... 72

7.3 PROGRAMMING ....................................................................................................................................................... 73

7.3.1 Data Termination Characters .......................................................................................................................... 73

7.3.2 Timeout .......................................................................................................................................................... 74

7.4 DSP7000 COMMAND SET ........................................................................................................................................ 74

7.4.1 Alarm Commands .......................................................................................................................................... 75

7.4.2 Communication Commands ........................................................................................................................... 76

7.4.3 Ramp Commands ........................................................................................................................................... 77

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7.4.4 Setup Commands ........................................................................................................................................... 78

7.4.5 Speed Commands ........................................................................................................................................... 79

7.4.6 Torque Commands .........................................................................................................................................81

7.4.7 Miscellaneous Commands ............................................................................................................................. 82

7.4.8 Quadrature Commands................................................................................................................................... 83

7.5 6001 MODE ................................................................................................................................................................. 84

8. OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT .................................................................................................................. 85

8.1 I/O CARD 1 AND I/O CARD 2 ................................................................................................................................... 85

8.1.1 I/O Card Installation ....................................................................................................................................... 85

8.1.2 I/O Card Interface .......................................................................................................................................... 87

8.1.3 I/O Card Configuration .................................................................................................................................. 89

8.1.4 I/O Card 1/Card 2 Command Set ................................................................................................................... 92

8.2 GPIB INTERFACE ......................................................................................................................................................93

8.2.1 GPIB Card Installation ................................................................................................................................... 93

8.2.2 About the GPIB Interface ............................................................................................................................... 94

8.2.3 Installing the GPIB (IEEE-488) Connector Cable ......................................................................................... 95

8.2.4 Changing the GPIB Primary Address ............................................................................................................ 95

8.3 RS232 INTERFACE ..................................................................................................................................................... 96

8.3.1 RS-232 Installation......................................................................................................................................... 96

8.3.2 Connection ..................................................................................................................................................... 97

8.3.3 Communication Parameters ........................................................................................................................... 98

8.3.4 Baud Rate ....................................................................................................................................................... 98

8.4 CHECKING THE DSP7000-TO-PC CONNECTION ................................................................................................. 98

8.4.1 GPIB Communication check.......................................................................................................................... 98

8.4.2 RS232 Communication Check ..................................................................................................................... 101

9. CALIBRATION ................................................................................................................................ 107

9.1 CLOSED-BOX CALIBRATION ............................................................................................................................... 107

9.2 CALIBRATION SCHEDULE ....................................................................................................................................107

9.3 BASIC CALIBRATION PROCESS ........................................................................................................................... 107

9.3.1 Initial Calibration Procedure ........................................................................................................................ 107

9.3.2 Calibration of Analog to Digital Converters ................................................................................................ 108

9.3.3 Calibration of Digital to Analog Converters ................................................................................................ 109

9.3.4 Calibration Frequency .................................................................................................................................. 111

10. THEORY ........................................................................................................................................ 112

10.1 HOW THE PID LOOP WORKS ................................................................................................................................ 112

10.1.1 Scale Factors for Hysteresis, Eddy-Current and Powder Brake Dynamometers ......................................... 112

10.1.2 Speed Correction for WB (Eddy-Current Brake) Dynamometer ................................................................. 112

10.1.3 Equations ...................................................................................................................................................... 113

10.2 ADDITIONAL SCALE FACTOR ............................................................................................................................. 113

10.2.1 How To Set Additional Scale Factor ............................................................................................................113

10.3 FILTER PARAMETERS ........................................................................................................................................... 114

11. TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................................................... 115

APPENDIX A: INERTIA CORRECTION ............................................................................................. 116

A.1 INERTIAL EFFECT ON MOTOR TEST DATA ....................................................................................................... 116

A.2 PROCEDURE FOR INERTIA CORRECTION ........................................................................................................ 116

A.2.1 Key Conditions ............................................................................................................................................. 117

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APPENDIX B: FRONT PANEL/DISPLAY MENU FLOW CHARTS ..................................................... 118

B.1 PRIMARY KEY FUNCTIONS.................................................................................................................................. 118

B.2 SECONDARY KEY FUNCTIONS ...........................................................................................................................119

B.2.1 Display Both................................................................................................................................................. 119

B.2.2 Setup ............................................................................................................................................................. 119

B.2.3 Power Units .................................................................................................................................................. 124

B.2.4 Torque Units ................................................................................................................................................. 125

B.2.5 Max Speed .................................................................................................................................................... 125

B.2.6 Scale P .......................................................................................................................................................... 126

B.2.7 Scale I ........................................................................................................................................................... 127

B.2.8 Scale D ......................................................................................................................................................... 128

B.3 TEST INSTRUMENT SETUP ................................................................................................................................... 129

B.3.1 Hysteresis Dynamometer Setup Menu ......................................................................................................... 129

B.3.2 Eddy-Curennt Dynamometer Setup Menu ................................................................................................... 130

B.3.3 Powder Brake Dynamometer Setup Menu ................................................................................................... 131

B.3.4 Torque Transducer/Torque Flange Sensor Setup Menu ............................................................................... 132

B.3.5 HD5 Setup Menu.......................................................................................................................................... 133

B.3.6 Eddy-Current Dynamometer with Eddy-Current Dynamometer (Tandem Setup) ...................................... 134

B.3.6 Powder Brake Dynamometer with Powder Brake Dynamometer (Tandem Setup) ..................................... 135

B.3.7 Eddy-Current Dynamometer with Powder Brake Dynamometer (Tandem Setup) ......................................136

APPENDIX C: SCHEMATICS .............................................................................................................. 137

C.1 DSP7000 CORE BLOCK ........................................................................................................................................... 137

C.2 DSP7000 ANALOG INPUTS .................................................................................................................................... 138

C.3 DSP7000 DIGITAL INPUTS ..................................................................................................................................... 139

C.4 DSP7000 ENCODER IN ............................................................................................................................................ 140

C.5 DSP7000 ANALOG OUTPUT................................................................................................................................... 141

C.6 DSP7000 DIGITAL OUTPUT ................................................................................................................................... 142

APPENDIX D: ADDITIONAL SCALE FACTOR TABLE ...................................................................... 143

SERVICE INFORMATION .................................................................................................................... 144

RETURNING MAGTROL EQUIPMENT FOR REPAIR AND/OR CALIBRATION .................................................... 144

Returning Equipment to Magtrol, Inc. (United States) .............................................................................................. 144

Returning Equipment to Magtrol SA (Switzerland) ................................................................................................... 144

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Table of Figures

2. CONTROLS

Figure 2–1 Front Panel ............................................................................................................................................10

Figure 2–2 Secondary Function Menu ......................................................................................................................11

Figure 2–3 Saving Function Menu ............................................................................................................................11

Figure 2–4 DSP7001 Rear Panel ..............................................................................................................................15

Figure 2–5 DSP7002 Rear Panel ..............................................................................................................................15

Figure 2–6 Dynamometer Brake Output ...................................................................................................................15

Figure 2–7 TSC1/TSC2 Connector ...........................................................................................................................16

Figure 2–8 Supply 1/Supply 2 Connector .................................................................................................................16

Figure 2–9 USB Connector .......................................................................................................................................16

Figure 2–10 I/O Interface Card 1 and Card 2 ..........................................................................................................17

Figure 2–11 GPIB Interface .....................................................................................................................................18

Figure 2–12 RS-232 Interface ...................................................................................................................................18

3. INSTALLATION/CONFIGURATION

Figure 3–1 Program Download Display ...................................................................................................................19

Figure 3–2 Revision Display .....................................................................................................................................19

Figure 3-3 Alarm Warning Display ...........................................................................................................................19

Figure 3–4 Main Menu .............................................................................................................................................20

Figure 3–5 Setup Menu ............................................................................................................................................21

Figure 3-6 Dyno Setup Menu ....................................................................................................................................21

Figure 3–7 Dynamometer Configuration Menu .........................................................................................................21

Figure 3–8 Hysteresis Dynamometer Setup ..............................................................................................................22

Figure 3–9 Hysteresis Setup Menu ...........................................................................................................................22

Figure 3–10 Hysteresis Dynamometer with Torque Transducer Setup .....................................................................23

Figure 3–11 Torque Transducer Setup Menu ............................................................................................................23

Figure 3–12 Hysteresis Dynamometer with Eddy-Current or Powder Brake Setup .................................................24

Figure 3–13 TSC2 Eddy-Current Setup Menu ..........................................................................................................24

Figure 3–14 TSC2 Powder Brake Setup Menu ..........................................................................................................25

Figure 3–15 Eddy-Current or Powder Brake Dynamometer Setup ..........................................................................25

Figure 3–16 TSC1 Eddy-Current Setup Menu ..........................................................................................................26

Figure 3-17 TSC1 Powder Brake Setup Menu ..........................................................................................................26

Figure 3–18 Eddy-Current or Powder Brake Dynamometer with Torque Transducer Setup ...................................27

Figure 3-19 TSC2 torque transducer setup menu .....................................................................................................27

Figure 3–20 Two Eddy-Current/Powder Brake Dynamometers (Independent Setup) ..............................................28

Figure 3-21 Tandem Setup Menu ..............................................................................................................................28

Figure 3–22 Tandem Configuration Menu ................................................................................................................29

Figure 3–22 Two Eddy-Current/Powder Brake Dynamometers (Tandem Setup) .....................................................29

Figure 3–23 Eddy-Current Dynamometer with Powder Brake Dynamometer (Tandem Setup) ...............................31

Figure 3–24 Maximum Speed Excited Menu ............................................................................................................32

Figure 3-25 In-Line Torque Transducer with Brake .................................................................................................32

Figure 3–26 TSC1 Setup Menu .................................................................................................................................33

Figure 3–27 RPM vs PPR Chart ...............................................................................................................................34

Figure 3–28 Encoder Menu ......................................................................................................................................35

Figure 3–29 QUAD DEG Menu ................................................................................................................................35

Figure 3–30 AI 1 Menu .............................................................................................................................................36

Figure 3–31 System Setup Menu ................................................................................................................................36

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4. PID SETTINGS

Figure 4–1 Open Loop Control Menu .......................................................................................................................38

Figure 4–2 Initial P Setting for Torque Control at 25% ...........................................................................................39

Figure 4–3 High Initial P Setting for Torque Control .............................................................................................39

Figure 4–4 Initial I Setting for Torque Control .........................................................................................................40

Figure 4–5 Initial D Setting for Torque Control .......................................................................................................40

Figure 4–6 Initial P Setting for Speed Control at 25% ..............................................................................................41

Figure 4–7 Initial I Setting for Speed Control ..........................................................................................................42

Figure 4–8 Initial D Setting for Speed Control .........................................................................................................42

Figure 4–9 Ramp Down Low I ..................................................................................................................................43

Figure 4–10 Ramp Down High I ...............................................................................................................................44

Figure 4–11 Ramp Down Dynamic I ........................................................................................................................44

5. ALARM SYSTEM

Figure 5–1 Normal Condition “Energized Relay” ...................................................................................................45

Figure 5–2 Alarm Condition “De-Energized Relay” ...............................................................................................45

Figure 5–3 Typical Application .................................................................................................................................46

Figure 5–4 Alarm Enable/Disable Menu ..................................................................................................................46

Figure 5–5 Max Power Menu ....................................................................................................................................47

Figure 5–6 Power -OL- Display ................................................................................................................................48

Figure 5–7 Power Alarm Display .............................................................................................................................48

Figure 5–8 Global Power Alarm Setup .....................................................................................................................48

Figure 5–9 Global Power Alarm Disply ...................................................................................................................49

Figure 5–10 Speed Alarm Setup Menu......................................................................................................................49

Figure 5–11 -OL- Speed Alarm Display ...................................................................................................................50

Figure 5–12 Over Speed Alarm Message Display ....................................................................................................50

Figure 5–13 Torque Alarm Setup Menu ....................................................................................................................51

Figure 5–14 -OL- Torque Alarm Display ..................................................................................................................51

Figure 5–15 Over Torque Alarm Message Display ...................................................................................................51

Figure 5 –16 Global Torque Alarm Setup .................................................................................................................52

Figure 5–17 Air Flow Alarm Setup Display .............................................................................................................53

Figure 5–18 Air Flow Alarm Message Display ........................................................................................................53

Figure 5–19 Water Flow Alarm Setup Display .........................................................................................................54

Figure 5–20 Water Flow Alarm Message Display ....................................................................................................54

Figure 5–21 External Alarm Setup Display ..............................................................................................................55

Figure 5–22 External Alarm Message Display .........................................................................................................55

Figure 5–23 Temperature Alarm Message Display ...................................................................................................56

Figure 5–24 Electrical Alarm Message Display .......................................................................................................57

Figure 5–25 Clutch Alarm Message Display ............................................................................................................57

6. MANUALLY CONTROLLED OPERATION

Figure 6–1 Power Units Menu ..................................................................................................................................58

Figure 6–2 Torque Units Menu .................................................................................................................................58

Figure 6–3 Torque Control Menu ..............................................................................................................................59

Figure 6–4 Max Speed Menu ....................................................................................................................................60

Figure 6–5 Preload Function enabled ......................................................................................................................61

Figure 6–6 Tare function enabled ............................................................................................................................62

Figure 6–7 Torque Invert Flag Screen ......................................................................................................................63

7. COMPUTER CONTROLLED OPERATION

Figure 7–1 Setup Menu .............................................................................................................................................84

Figure 7–2 System Setup Menu .................................................................................................................................84

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Figure 8–1 DSP7000 Top Cover ...............................................................................................................................86

Figure 8–2 IO Card Installation ...............................................................................................................................86

Figure 8–3 I/O Card Interface ..................................................................................................................................87

Figure 8–4 Filter Channel Setup Menu.....................................................................................................................90

Figure 8-5 Offset and Gain Setup Menu ...................................................................................................................90

Figure 8–6 External Alarm Setup .............................................................................................................................90

Figure 8–7 Alarm Contact Setup...............................................................................................................................90

Figure 8–8 Torque/Speed Setup ................................................................................................................................91

Figure 8–9 Torque/Speed DAC Setup Menu ..............................................................................................................91

Figure 8–10 GPIB Card Installation ........................................................................................................................94

Figure 8–11 GPIB Installation ................................................................................................................................95

Figure 8–12 Setup Menu Display ...............................................................................................................................95

Figure 8–13 RS-232 Interface ...................................................................................................................................96

Figure 8–15 Straight Through Pin-to-Pin Cable Connection ...................................................................................97

Figure 8–18 Connected Instruments Window .........................................................................................................100

Figure 8–19 Communication with Instrument Window ..........................................................................................100

Figure 8–20 Query Window ....................................................................................................................................101

Figrue 8–21 Tera Term Setup Window ....................................................................................................................101

Figure 8–22 Tera Term Licence Agreement Window ...............................................................................................102

Figure 8–23 Tera Term Destination Location Window ...........................................................................................102

Figure 8–24 Tera Term Select Components Window ...............................................................................................103

Figure 8–25 Tera Term Language Selection Window ..............................................................................................103

Figure 8–26 Tera Term Start Menu Folder Window ................................................................................................104

Figure 8–27 Tera Term Additional Tasks Window ...................................................................................................104

Figure 8–28 Tera Term Window ..............................................................................................................................105

Figure 8–29 Terminal Setup Window ......................................................................................................................105

Figure 8–30 Serial Port Setup Window ...................................................................................................................106

Figure 8–31 Tera Term Window with a Command ..................................................................................................106

10. THEORY

Figure 10–1 System Block Diagram........................................................................................................................112

Figure 10–2 Transposed Direct Form II Architecture .............................................................................................114

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PURPOSE OF THIS MANUAL

This manual contains all the information required for the installation and general use of the Model
DSP7000 Dynamometer Controller. To ensure proper use of the instrument, please read this manual
thoroughly before operating it. Keep the manual in a safe place for quick reference whenever a
question arises.

WHO SHOULD USE THIS MANUAL

This manual is intended for bench test operators who are going to use the Model DSP7000
Dynamometer Controller in conjunction with any Magtrol Hysteresis, Eddy-Current or Powder
Brake Dynamometer, Magtrol In-Line Torque Transducer or auxiliary instrumentation.

MANUAL ORGANIZATION

This section gives an overview of the structure of the manual and the information contained within it.
Some information has been deliberately repeated in different sections of the document to minimize
cross-referencing and to facilitate understanding through reiteration.

Preface

The structure of the manual is as follows:

Chapter 1: INTRODUCTION - Contains the technical data sheet for the DSP7000 Dynamometer

Controller, which describes the unit and provides its technical characteristics.

Chapter 2: CONTROLS - Description of the elements located on the front and rear panels of

the unit.

Chapter 3: INSTALLATION/CONFIGURATION - Provides setup options available with the

DSP7000 Dynamometer Controller. Illustrates and outlines the hardware connection
setup and software configurations for each option.

Chapter 4: PID SETTINGS - Describes the Proportional Integral Derivative (PID) Loop and

provides information on theory, setup and use.

Chapter 5: ALARM SYSTEM - Describes the new built-in alarm feature providing the user

with information on how each different alarm operates along with instructions for
setup and use.

Chapter 6: MANUALLY CONTROLLED OPERATION - How to run a test when the DSP7000

is used as a stand-alone unit. Includes information on setting power and torque
units, torque and speed control and open loop control.

Chapter 7: COMPUTER CONTROLLED OPERATION - How to run a test when the DSP7000

is used with a PC. Includes information on data format, programming and command
set.

Chapter 8: OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT - Information on the optional I/O cards, GPIB Interface,

RS-232 Interface,

Chapter 9: CALIBRATION - Provides recommended calibration schedules along with step-

by-step instructions for the calibration procedure.

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Chapter 10: THEORY

Chapter 11: TROUBLESHOOTING - Solutions to common problems encountered during setup

and testing.

Appendix A: INERTIA CORRECTION - Describes the inertial effect on motor test data providing

solutions for correction.

Appendix B: FRONT PANEL/DISPLAY MENU FLOW CHARTS - A visual display of various

setup procedures.

Appendix C: SCHEMATICS - For Encoder/Switch Board, Power Supply, DSP & Memory and

Analog I/O.

Appendix D: ADDITIONAL SCALE FACTOR TABLE - Provides additional scale factor values

based on test instrument selection.

CONVENTIONS USED IN THIS MANUAL

The following symbols and type styles may be used in this manual to highlight certain parts of the
text:

Preface

Note: This is intended to draw the operator’s attention to complementary

information or advice relating to the subject being treated. It
introduces information enabling the correct and optimal functioning
of the product to be obtained.

Caution : this is used to draw the operator's attention to information,

direCtives, proCedures, etC. whiCh, if ignored, may result in damage
being Caused to the material being used. the assoCiated text
desCribes the neCessary preCautions to take and the ConsequenCes
that may arise if the preCautions are ignored.

WARNING! THIS INTRODUCES DIRECTIVES, PROCEDURES,

PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES, ETC. WHICH MUST BE
EXECUTED OR FOLLOWED WITH THE UTMOST CARE
AND ATTENTION, OTHERWISE THE PERSONAL SAFETY
OF THE OPERATOR OR THIRD PARTIES MAY BE PUT
AT RISK. THE READER MUST ABSOLUTELY TAKE NOTE
OF THE ACCOMPANYING TEXT, AND ACT UPON IT,
BEFORE PROCEEDING FURTHER.

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1.1 UNPACKING YOUR DSP7000

Your DSP7000 was packaged carefully for shipping. Please notify your carrier and Magtrol Customer
Service if you believe your unit was damaged in shipping.

1. Save all shipping cartons and packaging material until you inspect the DSP7000.

2. Inspect the DSP7000 for any evidence of damage in shipping.

3. Make sure the carton contains the following:

DSP7000 Dynamometer Controller

INFORMATION

GENERAL

Line cord

Calibration Certificate

USB Cord

1.2 NEW FEATURES OF THE DSP7000

Magtrol’s new Model DSP7000 Dynamometer Controller is an upgraded version of the DSP6001,
providing superior motor testing capabilities by using state-of-the-art digital signal processing
technology. Designed for use with any Magtrol Hysteresis, Eddy-Current or Powder Brake
Dynamometer, Magtrol In-Line Torque Transducer or auxiliary instrumentation, the DSP7000 both
controls the dynamometer and provides digital readouts on the front panel. The features that make
the DSP7000 unique include:

• TwoChannels-Enablesunittosupportacombinationofuptotwotestinginstrumentswith

independent or tandem configurations.

• Built-InAlarm System - To caution the user when problems occur,there are automatic

electrical and temperature alarms programmed into the unit. Also inherent to the unit are
optional power, speed, torque, air flow, water flow and external input alarms that become
active when enabled by the user.

• Torque/SpeedAnalogOutputs-Abletointerfacewithadataacquisitionsystem

• DigitalFilter-Removesundesirednoisefromtorquesignals.

• Saving-Allowsusertosaveprogrammedvalueswithintheircongurations.

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DSP7000

Data Sheet

DSP7000 Series High-Speed Programmable
Dynamometer Controllers

MAGTROL

FEATURES

• DSP7001 Single Channel:Lowcostandeasytouse

• DSP7002 Dual Channel:Enablesthesupportof

twotestinginstrumentswithindependentortandem
configurationsandtwofullyindependentcontrolloops

• Built-in Alarm System: Forpower,speed,torque,

temperature,airflow,waterflow,electricaloverload
andexternalinputs

• High Speed Data Acquisition:Upto500torqueand

speedpointspersecondofbothchannelswithtime
stamp

• High Quality, Easy-to-Read Vacuum Fluorescent
Readout: Displaystorque,speed,power,auxiliaryand
PID(proportionalgain,integralandderivative)values

• Fast Full-Curve Data Acquisition:Free-runto
lockedrotorinseconds

• Speed & Torque Operating Modes:PIDsettingsfor
exceptionaldynamometercontrol

• Programmable Digital PID Values:Controlledand
storedviaM-TestSoftwareorcontrolledmanually

• Built-in Current-Regulated Supply: Forusewith
HysteresisDynamometerorbrakesupto1amp

• Adjustable Torque Units:English,MetricandSIare
standard

• Digital Filter: Removesundesirednoisefromtorque
signals

• Saving:Currentlyusedconfigurationcanbesavedand
recalledatpowerup

• Single or Multi-point Torque and Speed Stabilized
Testing: ViaM-TEST7.0Software

• ClosedBoxCalibration

• Rack Mounting:19"(482.6mm)withhandles

• Backwards Compatible:Compatiblewiththe
DSP6001(inDSP6001mode)

• HD5 dynamometers: Supported

• USB: Standard

• Low RPM:calculationfromangle(quadraturesignal)
andtimedesignedtocaptureRPM’saslowas.001
RPM

• Position Measurement:Twoquadraturedecoders

OPTIONS

• Interfaces:RS-232andIEEE-488

• I/Ocardaccessibleprogrammatically(LabVIEW™,
VisualC)

DESCRIPTION

Magtrol’s Model DSP7000 High Speed Programmable
Dynamometer Controller employs state-of-the-art Digital
SignalProcessingTechnologytoprovidesuperiormotortesting
capabilities.Designed for use with any Magtrol Hysteresis,
Eddy-Current or Powder Dynamometer, Magtrol In-Line
TorqueTransducerorauxiliaryinstrumentation,theDSP7000
can provide complete PC control via the USB or optional
IEEE-488orRS-232interface.Withup to 500 readings per
second,theDSP7000isideallysuitedforboththetestlaband
theproductionline.

APPLICATIONS

Inthe laboratory,theDSP7000’shighsamplerate provides
superior resolution for data acquisition and curve plotting.
Thisallowsforcapturingmoreusablemotortestdataduring
switching, breakdown and other transitional areas of the
motor test curve. For production and incoming inspection,
theDSP7000displaystorque,speedandpoweratall times,
allowingthe Controller tobeusedasamanualstand alone
unitoraspartofacompletePCsystem.

MOTOR TESTING SOFTWARE

Magtrol’sM-TEST 7 Software (sold separately) is a state­of-the-artmotortesting program forWindows®-baseddata
acquisition.Used with the Magtrol DSP7000 Controller,
Magtrol M-TEST 7 Software provides the control of any
MagtrolDynamometerandrunstestsequencesinamanner
bestsuited

totheoverallaccuracyandefficiencyoftheMagtrol
MotorTestSystem.ThedatathatisgeneratedbyMagtrol’s
MotorTestingSoftwarecanbestored,displayedandprinted
intabularorgraphicformats,andcanbeeasilyimportedinto
aspreadsheet.

WritteninLabVIEW™,M-TEST7hastheflexibilitytotest
amajority ofmotortypes inavarietyofways.Becauseof
LabVIEW’sversatility,obtainingdatafromothersources(e.g.
thermocouples),controllingmotorpowerandprovidingaudio/
visualindicatorsisrelativelyeasy.

Magtrol’sM-TEST7Softwareisidealforsimulatingloads,
cyclingtheunitundertestandmotorramping.Becauseitis
easytogatherdataandduplicatetests,thesoftwareisideal
foruseinengineeringlabs,productiontestingandincoming/
outgoinginspection.

DSP7001 - single channel
DSP7002 - dual channel

1.3 DATA SHEET

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INFORMATION

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Magtrol Model DSP7000 Dynamometer Controller

Specifications

sPecIFIcatIONs

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INFORMATION

GENERAL

DSP7000

MEASUREMENT CHARACTERISTICS

Maximum Torque 99,999 units
Maximum Speed 199,999 rpm

Speed: 0.01% of reading from 5 rpm to 200,000 rpm

Accuracy

ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Voltage Requirements 85-264 VAC 50/60 Hz
Power Requirements 210 VA

Fuses (5 × 20 mm)

Max. Compliance Voltage 48 V DC, Brake Output
Max. Brake Output

Current
TSC1 and TSC2 User

Power Supplies

ENVIRONMENT

Operating Temperature 5 ºC to 40 ºC
Relative Humidity < 80%
Temperature Coefficient 0.004% of range/°C of 5 V DC for both channels

Torque: 2 volt range ± 0.05% of range (±1 mV)

10 volt range ± 0.05% of range (±5 mV)

Brake: IEC 1.25 A 250 V T
Main Power: IEC 2.5 A 250 V T

1 Amp, Calibrated that 100% OL = 1 Amp

24 Volt DC 450 mA (power supply fault protected)
5 Volt DC 200 mA (internal fuse at 500 mA)

(used on all HD Series other than HD5 Series)

(used on all except HD Series)

Optionalequipmentmaybefactoryinstalledorpurchasedseparatelyanduserinstalled.

OPtIONal equIPMeNt

DIMENSIONS

Width 19.0 in 483 mm
Height 3.5 in 89 mm
Depth

with handles

Weight 15.2 lb 6.9 kg

12.4 in

13.8 in

315 mm
351 mm

COMMUNICATIONS

RS-232 Interface

TheRS-232Interfaceprovidesbackwardscompatibilityfor
oldersystems.300,600,1200,2400,4800,9600,19200and
115200Baudratesaresupported.

GPIB IEEE-488 Interface

The GPIB IEEE-488 Interface provides standard GPIB
communications.

I/O CARD

• Torque/SpeedAnalogOutputs:Forinterfacewitha
dataacquistionsystem

• AnalogSignalsuchastachometercanberoutedtoPID
loop

• Externalalarminput

• Alarmrelaycontacts

• 2Relays

• 3Digitalinputs

• 2Digitaloutputs

• 2Analoginputs

• 2Analogoutputs

• 5Voltsavailabletouserfusedat500mA.Nominal200
mA

• AllI/OdatacanbeaccessedbyLabVIEW™

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Specifications

FrONt Pa Nel

Displays Torque, Speed, Power

and PID Values

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DSP7000

Ready for Rack Mounting

•

• •

Select Display Format

Setup Menu/Open Loop Mode

Set Desired Power

Units/Brake on/off

rear PaNels

For use with any Magtrol Dynamometer

(Hysteresis, Eddy-Current, Powder Brake),

Magtrol Torque Transducer

For use with any Magtrol Dynamometer

(Hysteresis, Eddy-Current, Powder Brake),

Magtrol Torque Transducer

Speed Control/

Set Point Speed

Set Desired Torque Units/Set Point Torque

•

•

Connector for Model

DES Power Supplies

(for WB/PB and HD 825 Dynamometers only)

•

DSP7001 Rear Panel

Reset Tare

Tare

PID Scale/Adjustable PID
(Proportional Gain,
Integral and Derivative)

Optional I/O Card

•

•

USB (standard) and Optional
GPIB/IEEE-488 Interface
or RS-232 Interface for
Connection to PC
(GPIB Shown)

Optional I/O Card 1 and I/O Card 2

•

•

(for WB/PB and HD 825 Dynamometers only)

•

•

Connectors for Models

DES Power Supplies

DSP7002 Rear Panel

• •

4

•

•

USB (standard) and Optional
GPIB/IEEE-488 Interface
or RS-232 Interface for
Connection to PC
(GPIB Shown)

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DSP7000

System Configurations

DSP7002 Connected to Hysteresis Dynamometer with In-Line Torque Transducer

Motor
Under

Test

TM Torque Transducer

AC Mains

Hysteresis Dynamometer (HD)

DSP

7002

DYNAMOMETER
CONTROLLER

No Connection

USB

PC

M-TEST

AC Mains

Motor
Under

Test

Hysteresis Dynamometer (HD)

DSP

7001

DYNAMOMETER
CONTROLLER

USB

PC

M-TEST

No Connection

DSP7001 Connected to Hysteresis Dynamometer

Torque Transducer

(TM)

DES Power Supply

Hysteresis

Brake

(<1 Amp)

Hysteresis Brake

(<5 Amp)/
Eddy-Current/
Powder Brake

OR

DSP

7001

DYNAMOMETER

CONTROLLER

USB

M-TEST

PC

DSP7001 Connected to a Hysteresis or Eddy-Current/Powder Brake with In-Line Torque Transducer

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System Configurations

DSP7002 Connected to Eddy-Current or Powder Brake Dynamometer (WB/PB)

with In-Line Torque Transducer

TM Torque

Transducer

USB

PC

M-TEST

DSP7002 Dynamometer Controller

Excitation

Torque

TSC 401

Torque-Speed

Conditioner

DES Power Supply

Speed

Eddy-Current (WB)

OR Powder Brake (PB)
Dynamometer

DSP7002 Connected to Hysteresis Dynamometer and Eddy-Current or Powder Brake Dynamometer

No Connection

Eddy-Current (WB)

OR Powder Brake (PB)

Dynamometer

AC Mains

Hysteresis Dynamometer (HD)

Excitation

Torque

Speed

TSC 401

Torque-Speed

Conditioner

DES Power Supply

Motor
Under

Test

USB

PC

M-TEST

DSP7002
DYNAMOMETER
CONTROLLER

DSP7002 Connected to 2 Eddy-Current or Powder Brake Dynamometers (Independent Setup)

Eddy-Current (WB)

OR Powder Brake (PB)

Dynamometer

Excitation

Torque

Speed

TSC 401 Torque-Speed

Conditioner

DES Power Supply

Eddy-Current (WB)

OR Powder Brake (PB)
Dynamometer

Excitation

Torque

Speed

TSC 401 Torque-Speed

Conditioner

DES 31x Power Supply

DSP

7002

DYNAMOMETER CONTROLLER

USB

PC

M-TEST

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Powder Brake

Eddy-Current Brake

Eddy-Current (WB)

Eddy-Current (WB)

System Configurations

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DSP7000

Dynamometer

Dynamometer

OR

DSP

7002

Powder Brake (PB)

Dynamometer

Torque-Speed Conditioner

DES Power Supply

TSC 401

Speed

Torque

Excitation

PC

M-TEST

USB

Torque-Speed Conditioner

Speed

Torque

Excitation

DES Power Supply

TSC 401

Powder Brake (PB)
Dynamometer

DYNAMOMETER CONTROLLER

DSP7002 Connected to 2 Eddy-Current or 2 Powder Brake Dynamometers (Tandem Setup)

Dynamometer (PB)

TSC 401

Torque/Speed

Conditioner

DES Power Supply

Torque

Excitation

Clutch

(EK)

Transformer

Dynamometer (WB)

Speed

Torque

Excitation

TSC 401

Torque-Speed

Conditioner

DES Power Supply

DSP

7002

Dynamometer

Controller

DSP7002 Connected to Eddy-Current and Powder Brake Dynamometer (Tandem Setup)

TheUSBDriverrequiredforcommunicationbetweenthePCandDSP7000isavailablefor
downloadatMagtrol’swebsite:

www.magtrol.com/support/downloads.html

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PC

M-TEST

USB

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DSP7000

custOM MOtOr test systeM

TheDSPcanbeincorporatedintoaCustomizedMotorTestSystem.ThesePCbased,turn-keysystemsarecustomdesigned
andbuilttomeetspecificuserrequirements.

System Configurations

heavy-duty equipment rack

M-TEST Motor Testing Software

WB Eddy-Current
Dynamometer

DES Power Supply

TSC Torque Signal
Conditioner

AMF Adjustable
Motor Fixture

Dynamometer

Table

HD Hysteresis

Dynamometer
DSP7000 Dynamometer
Controller

6530 Power Analyzer

keyboard
drawer

side panel connectors allow
for easy hook-up

space for rackmounted
third-party power supply
and computer

LCD monitor

emergency stop button

INFORMATION

GENERAL

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Ordering Information

Chapter 1 – Introduction

DSP7000

ORDERING INFORMATION

DSP7001 High-Speed Programmable Dynamometer Controller - single channel
DSP7002 High-Speed Programmable Dynamometer Controller - dual channel

Model Number: DSP700X – X – X

CHANNEL TYPE

• Single Channel 1

• Dual Channel 2

COMMUNICATION OPTIONS

• none (standard USB) 0

• USB port and GPIB 1

• USB port and RS-232 2

I/O Options

• None (standard) 0

• I/O card in slot1 (7001) 1

• I/O card in slot 1 and 2 (7002) 3

SYSTEM OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES

CATEGORY DESCRIPTION MODEL / PART #

Hysteresis Dynamometers HD series

TESTING
DEVICES

POWER

ANALYZERS

SOFTWARE

POWER

SUPPLIES

MISC.

CARDS &

CABLES

Due to the continual development of our products, we reserve the right to modify specifications without forewarning.

Eddy-Current Dynamometers WB series

Powder Brake Dynamometers PB series

In-Line Torque Transducers TM/TMHS/TMB series

High-Speed Single-Phase Power Analyzer

High-Speed Three-Phase Power Analyzer 6530

M-TEST 7.0 Motor Testing Software SW-M-TEST7.0-WE

EM-TEST 2.0 Endurance Motor Testing Software SW-EM-TEST2.0-WE

Closed-Loop Speed Control/Power Supply 6100

Power Supply 5200

Current-Regulated Power Supply 5210

Power Amplifier (required for HD-825 Dynamometer only) 5241

Power Supply for WB & PB Dynamometers DES 410 & DES 411

Torque/Speed Conditioner
(required for connecting WB/PB Series Dynamometers to DSP6001)

Temperature Testing Hardware HW-TTEST

GPIB Interface Card (PCI) 73M023

GPIB Cable, 1 meter 88M047

GPIB Cable, 2 meters 88M048

Torque Transducer Connector Cable ER 113/01

DSP7000 GPIB Card

DSP7000 RS-232 Card 006578

DSP7000 I/O Card 006577

6510e

TSC 401

006579

INFORMATION

GENERAL

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2. Controls

2.1 FRONT PANEL

The front panel provides a power switch, eleven control buttons, a Decrease/Increase Dial, and
Vacuum Fluorescent Display (VFD).

Figure 2–1 Front Panel

2.2 FRONT PANEL CONTROLS AND BUTTONS

The front panel controls and buttons, from left to right, are:

• Powerswitch

• Tendouble-functioncontrolbutton:

INFORMATION

GENERAL

Primary Function Secondary Function
TSC DISPLAY BOTH
OPEN LOOP SETUP
BRAKE ON/OFF POWER UNITS
TORQUE SET TORQUE UNITS
SPEED SET MAX SPEED
P SCALE P

I SCALE I
D SCALE D





TARE

RESET TARE

Note: The TSC/DISPLAY BOTH button has no function on the DSP7001

Programmable Controller.

• Onesingle-functioncontrolbutton:

• SHIFT(enablessavingfunctionandsecondaryfunctionsprintedinblueabovecontrol

buttons)

• Decrease/IncreaseDial(decreasesorincreasestheselectedparameter)

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POWER

BRAKE STATUS SET POINT SET POINT PID

TORQUE SPEED USER DISPLAY

0.000 W
OFF

0.000 OZ.IN
0000

0%

0% 0%

0 SHIFT

POWER

TORQUE SPEED USER DISPLAY

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2.2.1 Enabling SEcondary FunctionS

To enable the secondary function of the double-function control buttons:

1. Press the blue SHIFT button and release it. The word “SHIFT” appears in the display:

Figure 2–2 Secondary Function Menu

2. Press any control button to enable the function shown in blue letters above the button.

3. Press the SHIFT button again to exit the secondary function and return to main menu.

Note: If the brake status is ON, the SHIFT button will be ignored.

2.2.2

Enabling Saving Function

To save all current programmed settings:

1. Press the SHIFT button two times. The word “SAVING” will appear in the display, as shown
in Figure 2–3 Saving Function Menu.

INFORMATION

GENERAL

0.000 W
OFF

BRAKE STATUS SET POINT SET POINT PID

2. After a few seconds, the menu will automatically return to the main menu display and all
configurations of the unit will be saved into a non-volatile memory.

0.000 OZ.IN
0000

Figure 2–3 Saving Function Menu

0 SAVING

0%

0% 0%

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2.2.3 How to uSE Front PanEl controlS and buttonS

2.2.3.1 Controls/Single-Function Buttons

Button To Use Function

POWER Press I to turn power ON Press O

to turn power OFF.

SHIFT Press this button and release; then

press desired control button.
Press this button two times and

release.

DECREASE /
INCREASE DIAL

Turn clockwise or
counterclockwise.

INFORMATION

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Turns power ON or OFF.

Enables the function written in blue
above control button.

Saves current conguration of unit
to non-volatile memory.

Increases or decreases the

parameter selected.

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2.2.3.2 Double-Function Buttons

Button To Use Function

DISPLAY BOTH Press SHIFT and release; then

press this button.

TSC Press this button Switches between TSC1 and

SETUP Press SHIFT and release; then

press this button.

OPEN LOOP Press this button Enables Open Loop mode (if brake

POWER UNITS Press SHIFT and release; then

press this button.

BRAKE ON/OFF Press this button. Turns brake ON or OFF.
TORQUE UNITS Press SHIFT and release; then

press this button.

TORQUE SET Press this button. Enables adjustment of set point for

MAX SPEED Press SHIFT and release; then

press this button.

SPEED SET Press this button. Enables adjustment of set point for

SCALE P Press SHIFT and release; then

press this button.

SCALE I Press SHIFT and release; then

press this button.

SCALE D Press SHIFT and release; then

press this button.

TARE/LEFT 

RESET TARE/
RIGHT 

Press SHIFT and release; then
press this button.

Press SHIFT and release; then
press this button.

INFORMATION

GENERAL

Displays both TSC1 and TSC2
measurments.

TSC2 setup.
Displays setup menu for

dynamometer, autotune, I/O,
system, and user.

is off).
Sets desired unit of power. Press

UP  or DOWN  button to see
options. Press SHIFT to enable

option.

Sets desired unit of measure.
Press UP  or DOWN  button
to see options. Press SHIFT to
enable option.

torque loading.
Sets the speed range of the

Controller.

speed loading.
Turns auxiliary/torque transducer

display ON or OFF. Enables
adjustment of scale factors for
torque and speed DAC’S.

Adjusts GPIB primary address and
RS-232 baud rate. Also adjusts
display contrast.

Provides options to set maximum
power, dynamometer settings
(input units, maximum torque and
scale factor), speed encoders and
alarms.

2.3 VACUUM FLUORESCENT DISPLAY (VFD)

The VFD provides information about the control functions, the motor under test, and an auxiliary
input device or In-Line Torque Transducer (if connected). The displays, from left to right, are:

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Top Row Bottom Row

POWER BRAKE STATUS (ON or OFF)
TORQUE SET POINT (TORQUE)
SPEED SET POINT (SPEED)

USER DISPLAY

2.3.1 contraSt SEttingS

The DSP7000 is shipped with the Contrast Setting at zero (lowest) in order to prolong display life.
If it is necessary to increase the Contrast for improved readability, execute the following steps:

1. Press SHIFT.

2. Press SETUP button.

3. Select SYSTEM

3. Select CONTR until desired brightness is reached.

4. Press SHIFT 2 times to return to main menu.

Note: Make sure the lowest possible setting is used to achieve desired

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INFORMATION

GENERAL

P

I
D

result. Using a setting higher than necessary may cause display
segments to burn-in over a period of time, resulting in uneven
illumination from segment to segment.

2.3.2

StatuS diSPlay MESSagES

Message Meaning

SHIFT Shift button was pressed.
MAX SPEED Maximum motor RPM.
UNITS Torque unit of measurement.
REMOTE Remote control via PC enabled.
RAMP DOWN Decrease motor speed by increasing load on motor.
RAMP UP Increase motor speed by decreasing load on motor.
SAVING Saves current conguration of unit to non-volatlie memory.
RAMP DU Decrease motor speed and then increase motor speed
POWER UNITS
UNITS Torque units

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2.4 REAR PANEL

The rear panel provides connectors and receptacles for connecting to appropriate equipment.



 









Figure 2–4 DSP7001 Rear Panel





Figure 2–5 DSP7002 Rear Panel





INFORMATION

GENERAL













2.4.1 rEar PanEl inPutS and outPutS

BRAKE 1/BRAKE 2 Connect dynamometer brake cable here.





BRAKE

Contains brake fuse (1A 250 VT 5 x 20 mm)

FUSE

Current

Regulation

-

Figure 2–6 Dynamometer Brake Output

+

+ 48 V

(fused)

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