Multichannel Systems TC01-2 User Manual

Temperature Controller TC01/02

Manual

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Table of Contents

Introduction 1

About this Manual 1

Important Information and Instructions 3

Operator's Obligations 3
Important Safety Advice 4
Guarantee and Liability 3

Installation and Operation 7

Welcome to the Temperature Controller TC01/02 7
Setting Up and Connecting the TC01/02 8
Operating the TC01/02 8

Starting the TC01/02 8
General User Interface 9
TC01/02 Menus 10
Setting a Temperature 11
Channel Configuration 11
Hardware Diagnosis 12

Controlling the TCX via USB Port 14

Appendix 19

D-Sub9 Pin Assignment 19
Parameter Ranges 19
MCS Default PI Coefficients 20
Technical Specifications 20
Contact Information 21
Scope of Delivery 21

Index 23

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1 Introduction

1.1 About this Manual

This manual comprises all important information about the first installation and the proper usage
of the temperature controller TC01 and TC02. It is assumed that you have a basic understanding
of technical terms, but no special skills are required to read this manual.

Make sure you read the "Important Information and Instructions" prior to install or to operate
this temperature controller.

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2 Important Information and Instructions

2.1 Operator's Obligations

The operator is obliged to allow only persons to work on the device, who

 are familiar with the safety at work and accident prevention regulations and have been

instructed how to use the device;

 are professionally qualified or have specialist knowledge and training and have received

instruction in the use of the device;

 have read and understood the chapter on safety and the warning instructions in this manual

and confirmed this with their signature.

It must be monitored at regular intervals that the operating personnel are working safely.

Personnel still undergoing training may only work on the device under the supervision
of an experienced person.

2.2 Guarantee and Liability

The General conditions of sale and delivery of Multi Channel System MCS GmbH always apply.
The operator will receive these no later than on conclusion of the contract.

Guarantee and liability claims in the event of injury or material damage are excluded when
they are the result of one of the following.

 Improper use of the device.

 Improper installation, commissioning, operation or maintenance of the device.

 Operating the device when the safety and protective devices are defective and/or inoperable.

 Non-observance of the instructions in the manual with regard to transport, storage, installation,

commissioning, operation or maintenance of the device.

 Unauthorized structural alterations to the device.

 Unauthorized modifications to the system settings.

 Inadequate monitoring of device components subject to wear.

 Improperly executed and unauthorized repairs.

 Unauthorized opening of the device or its components.

 Catastrophic events due to the effect of foreign bodies or Acts of God.

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2.3 Important Safety Advice

Warning: Make sure to read the following advice prior to install or to use the device and
the software. If you do not fulfill all requirements stated below, this may lead to malfunctions
or breakage of connected hardware, or even fatal injuries.

Warning: Obey always the rules of local regulations and laws. Only qualified personnel should
be allowed to perform laboratory work. Work according to good laboratory practice to obtain
best results and to minimize risks.

The product has been built to the state of the art and in accordance with recognized safety
engineering rules. The device may only

 be used for its intended purpose;

 be used when in a perfect condition.

 Improper use could lead to serious, even fatal injuries to the user or third parties and damage

to the device itself or other material damage.

Warning: The device and the software are not intended for medical uses and must not

be used on humans.

Malfunctions which could impair safety should be rectified immediately.

High Voltage

Electrical cords must be properly laid and installed. The length and quality of the cords must
be in accordance with local provisions.

Only qualified technicians may work on the electrical system. It is essential that the accident
prevention regulations and those of the employers' liability associations are observed.

 Each time before starting up, make sure that the mains supply agrees with the specifications

of the product.

 Check the power cord for damage each time the site is changed. Damaged power cords should

be replaced immediately and may never be reused.

 Check the leads for damage. Damaged leads should be replaced immediately and may never

be reused.

 Do not try to insert anything sharp or metallic into the vents or the case.

 Liquids may cause short circuits or other damage. Keep the device and the power cords always

dry. Do not handle it with wet hands. Make sure the device and your experiment are set up
in a way that makes it impossible that any liquid spills onto the device or drips into the device
from the surface of the table.

 Do not short-circuit the outputs of the device.

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Important Information and Instructions

Requirements for the installation and operation

Warning: Improper use (especially a too high setpoint temperature or an inappropriate
channel configuration, for example, a too high maximum power) can lead to overheating

the heating element. Overheating can lead to fire hazards and even fatal injuries. Only
advanced users should edit the channel configuration and only with extreme care.

 Make sure that the device is not exposed to direct sunlight. Do not place anything on top of

the device, and do not place it on top of another heat producing device. Never cover the device,
not even partially, so that the air can circulate freely. Otherwise, the device may overheat.

 The connected heating elements produce heat and can get hot during operation.

 Do not touch the connected heating elements during operation and do not store flammable

materials nearby.

 Check in regular intervals that the connected heating element does not overheat.

 Regard the specifications of the connected heating element.

 Use and keep the device only in a dry environment. Fluids or damp air may damage or destroy

the device. Spilled liquid can damage or even completely destroy the electronics of the
instrument. Avoid it by all means.

 Edit the channel configuration only if necessary, and only with extreme care. Test new

configurations under personal supervision before operating the instrument unsupervised.

 The Maximum Power of the channel configurations should not exceed a value that is safe for

use with the connected heating element, the temperature protocol, and the experimental setup.

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