Monarch Instrument F2A1X User Manual

Instruction Manual

Printed in the U.S.A.

Copyright 2011 Monarch Instrument, all rights reserved

1071-4145-110R-0911

MONARCH INSTRUMENT

F2A1X

Frequency to Analog Converter Module

15 Columbia Drive

Amherst, NH 03031 USA

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]

Website: www.monarchinstrument.com

Safeguards and Precautions

1. Read and follow all instructions in this manual carefully, and
retain this manual for future reference.

2. Do not use this instrument in any manner inconsistent with
these operating instructions or under any conditions that
exceed the environmental specifications stated.

3. Be sure the power supplied to this instrument matches the
specification indicated on the rear panel of the instrument.

4. Be sure all power is removed before making or removing any
connections to or from this instrument.

5. There are no user serviceable parts in this instrument. Refer
service to a qualified technician.

6. This instrument is not intended for use in adverse or wet
environments. This may cause permanent damage and void
the warranty.

7. Do not allow cables extending from unit to come into contact
with rotating machinery, as serious damage to the equipment,
or severe personal injury or death may occur as a result.

8. This instrument may not be safe for use in certain hazardous
environments, and serious personal injury or death could occur
as a result of improper use. Please refer to your facility’s
safety program for proper precautions.

In order to comply with EU Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste
Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE): This product

may contain material which could be hazardous to human health
and the environment. DO NOT DISPOSE of this product as
unsorted municipal waste. This product needs to be RECYCLED

in accordance with local regulations, contact your local authorities for

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@CH_A/LOEND = 12 (or 1_SEC, HALF) Sets low end time. This allows a

min reading of 5 RPM, 60 RPM, or 120

RPM.
@CH_A/GATE Show Gate Speed. (Default is 12)
@CH_A/GATE = STD (1/100 Second) or FAST (1/1000 second). Sets Gate

Speed (Default is 1/100)

@DECPT Shows the number of decimal places

displayed
@DECPT = NONE, 1, 2, or 3 Sets the maximum number of decimal

places.

@DAC1/ FSCAL Shows Analog Out Full Scale
@DAC1/FSCAL = xxx.xx Sets the Reading value that the Analog

output will output Full Scale (5V or

20mA). Depends on TYPE.

@DAC1/0SCAL Shows Analog Out Zero Scale
@DAC1/0SCAL = xxx.xx Sets the Reading value that the Analog

output will output Zero Scale (0V or

4mA). Depends on TYPE. (Default is

0.00)

@DISPR Shows Display Update Rate
@DISPR = HALF or 1_SEC or 1.5_S. This sets the maximum display

update rate to one half a second, 1 second

or 1 ½ seconds between updates.

@SERNO Shows unit Serial Number

more information. This product may be returnable to your distributor for
recycling - contact the distributor for details.

Monarch Instrument’s Limited Warranty applies. See
www.monarchinstrument.com for details.

Warranty Registration and Extended Warranty coverage available
online at www.monarchinstrument.com.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1.0 OVERVIEW ............................................................................. 1

2.0 INSTALLATION ....................................................................... 1

2.1 Power ............................................................................ 2

2.2 Analog Out .................................................................... 2

2.2.1 Current Output Option............................................. 3

2.2.2 Voltage Output Option ............................................. 3

2.3 Sensor Input ................................................................. 3

3.0 USER PROGRAMMABLE HARDWARE SETTINGS ................. 5

3.1 Sensor Power Voltage ................................................. 6

3.2 Sensor Termination...................................................... 6

3.3 Input Coupling ............................................................... 6

4.0 USER PROGRAMMABLE SOFTWARE SETTINGS .................. 7

5.0 SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................... 8

6.0 OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES / SENSORS ........................... 9

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7.0 APPENDIX A - Serial Programming Commands ................ 10