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1. 1 Select the mA input mode Note To power the loop while reading current select the mAPW mode 2 Connect the device under test as shown in Figure 3 3 Current can either be measured directly in mA or as a percentage such that 4 to 20 mA corresponds to 0 to 100 OL DONO 0 250V viamz E 4 vet hcm Figure 3 D Sourcing Current 1 Select the mA output mode on the calibrator 2 Connect device under test as shown in Figu 3 Enter the value of desired output current re 4 Device Under Test Note If the loop is open OL will appear in the display N 41020mA s Figure 4 11 E Simulating Current The MC1000 can act as a two wire transmitter and control a 4 20mA loop from the external power supply for that loop 1 2 3 ay Select the mA 2W output mode Connect the device as shown in figure 5 Enter the desired output Qe 9 24 Volt Power Suppl cou d ae TEE 5 77 4to 20mA 02507 eee Device G Test Figure 5 Sourcing Voltage Resistance Frequency Select the proper operation mode volts ohms frequency Connect device under test as shown In the resistance or frequency modes use the Range key to choose the desired range for the mode you re operating in The MC10002. appears a screen labeled COM X PROPERTIES where X corresponds to the serial port selected in step 6 Enter port 16 settings as follows A Bits per second 9600 B Data bits 8 C Parity None D Stop Bits 1 E Flow Control Xon Xoff Click OK box to accept these entries 8 Hook up the MC1000 calibrator to the PC uti lizing the special Martel Electronics RS 232 cable as follows A Plug the 9 pin connector end of the cable to the appropriate serial port on the computer B With the MC1000 calibrator switched off plug the other end of the cableplug the other end of the cable male phono jack into the port labeled RS 232 on the top of the MC1000 calibrator 9 Power up the MC1000 calibrator per the appropriate instruction manual The computer screen should now be displaying data being sent directly from the MC1000 calibrator Note You may wish to save these settings when exiting HyperTerminal If so click on the OK box when prompted Do you wantto save X where X corresponds to the name entered in Step 5 Computer Controlled Operation The MC1000 calibrator can be operated remote ly via a computer or terminal When connected to a computer via the RS 232 serial data port and appropriate cabling the user may control the calibrator functions remotely by utilizing sim ple computer keyboard commands The following chart details which computer keys control which MC1000 calibrator fun
3. 000 385 8 L NI120 9 U YSI A N OHMS B Microsoft Windows Windows NT and MS DOS are registered trademarks of M icrosoft Corporation All other product names or services identified throughout this manual are registered trade marks or trademarks of their respective companies 5 Maintenance A Power Requirements The MC1000 operates on 4 AA alkaline batteries only B Calibration The MC1000 should hold its rated specifica tions for a minimum of one year Given this annual re calibration is required for best per formance See the customer service section 7 to contact Martel for re calibration information C Field Replacement Fuse MC1000 comes with a field replaceable mini fuse This fuse protects the MC1000 inputs and outputs If an overload condition occurs and a blown fuse is suspected perform the following fuse check replacement procedure 1 Remove the four screws on the rear of the MC1000 that hold the enclosure together NOTE Two of screws are under the bat tery compartment door 2 With the case top open locate the two sock eted mini fuses mounted near the input out put connection jacks 19 3 Remove one fuse at a time and check conti nuity using an ohmmeter A good fuse will read 10 ohms or less A blown fuse will have a very high reading and generally show as an open circuit 4 If a blown fuse is found replace with the enclosed spare fuse 5 To order more fuses contact Mart
4. MARTEL LECTRONICS MC1000 Multi Function Calibrator Table of Contents 1 Introduction 1 1 Customer Service 1 1 2 Standard Equipment 1 1 3 Safety Information 2 2 Quick Start Instructions A Key Functions 6 B Setpoints 7 3 Connection Diagrams amp Instructions A Measuring High Voltage AC or DC 10 B Measuring Low Voltage and Frequency 10 C Measuring Current 11 D Sourcing Current 11 E Simulating Current 12 F Sourcing Voltage Resistance Frequency 12 Sourcing a Thermocouple Signal 13 H Measuring Temperature Using a Thermocouple 13 Measuring Resistance RTDs 13 J Sourcing Resistance RTDs 15 4 Serial Communications 15 5 Maintenance A Power Requirements 19 Calibration 19 C Field Replacement Fuse 19 6 Specifications 20 7 Warranby AE 23 MC 1000 1 Introduction The MC1000 is designed to be a versatile easy to use multi function calibrator with a simple user interface The following instructions will allow the user to begin simple calibration tasks by learning the basic operation of the keys and their functions 1 1 Customer Service Corporate Office www martelcorp co
5. Max Accuracy Ni120 672 80 0 260 0 0 2 C Pt100 385 200 0 800 0 0 33 C Pt100 3926 200 0 630 0 0 3 C Pt100 3916 200 0 630 0 0 3 C Pt200 385 200 0 630 0 0 8 C Pt500 385 200 0 500 0 0 3 C 500 0 630 0 0 4 C Pt1000 385 200 0 100 0 0 2 C 100 0 630 0 0 3 C Cul0 100 0 250 0 2 296 51400 15 00 50 00 0 05 22 7 Warranty Martel Electronics Corporation warrants all products against material defects and work manship for a period of twelve 12 months after the date of shipment Problems or defects that arise from misuse or abuse of the instru ment are not covered If any product is to be returned a Return Material Authorization num ber must be obtained from our Customer Service Department This number must be indi cated on the return package as notice to our Receiving Department to accept the shipment Any package not so marked will not be accept ed and will be returned to the shipper Martel will not be responsible for damage as a result of poor return packaging Out of warranty repairs and recalibration will be subjectto spe cific charges Under no circumstances will Martel Electronics be liable for any device or circumstance beyond the value of the product 23 MARTEL l En in www martelcorp com e mail sales martelcorp com Tel 603 434 8179 800 821 0023 Fax 603 434 1653 Martel Electronics PO Box 770 1F Commons Drive Londonderry NH 03053 BETA CALIBRATORS www be
6. ad 0 000 24 000 0 015 2 mA Source 0 000 24 000 0 015 2 CPM Source 2 0 1000 0 0 05 Hz Source 1 1000 0 05 KHz Source 1 0 10 0 0 2596 CPM Read 0 0 1000 0 0 05 1 Hz Read 0 0 1000 0 0 05 1 KHz Read 0 00 10 00 0 05 1 Range Min Max Accuracy Ohms Read low 0 00 400 00 0 1 ohm Ohms Read high 400 0 1500 0 0 5 ohm 1500 1 3200 0 1 0 ohm Range Min Max Excitation Accuracy Current Ohms Source low 5 00 400 00 0 1 to 0 5 mA 0 15 ohm 5 00 400 00 0 5 to 3 mA 0 1 ohm Ohms Source high 400 0 15000 0 05to0 8mA 0 5 ohm 1500 0 3200 0 0 05to0 4mA 1 0 ohm Thermocouple Read and Source All errors included Range Min Max Accuracy 1 Thermocouple 200 0 0 0 0 6 C 0 0 1200 0 0 4 C K Thermocouple 200 0 0 0 0 8 C 0 0 1370 0 0 5 C T Thermocouple 200 0 0 0 0 8 C 0 0 400 0 0 5 C E Thermocouple 200 0 0 0 0 5 C 0 0 950 0 0 4 C R Thermocouple 20 0 0 2 49 C 0 500 17 C 500 1750 1 3 C S Thermocouple 20 0 2 4 C 0 500 17 C 500 1750 1 4 C B Thermocouple 600 800 2 1 C 800 1000 17 1000 1800 1 3 C 21 Thermocouple Read and Source All errors included cont Range Min Max Accuracy L Thermocouple 200 0 0 0 45 C 0 0 900 0 0 4 C U Thermocouple 200 0 0 0 7 C 0 0 400 0 0 45 C N Thermocouple 200 0 0 11 C 0 0 1300 0 0 6 C mV Read Source 10 00 75 00 0 015 02 RTD Read Source Range Min
7. ads before changing to another measure or source function When servicing the calibrator use only speci fied replacement parts To avoid false readings which could lead to possible electric shock or personal injury replace the battery as soon as the battery indicator appears To avoid a violent release of pressure in a pressurized system shut off the valve and slowly bleed off the pressure before you attach the pressure module to the pressure line Caution To avoid possible damage to calibrator or to equipment under test Disconnect the power and discharge all high voltage capacitors before testing resistance or continuity Use the proper jacks function and range for your measurement or sourcing application To avoid mechanically damaging the pressure module never apply more than 10 ftlb of torque between the pressure module fittings or between the fittings an the body of the module To avoid damaging the pressure module from overpressure never apply pressure above the rated maximum printed on the module To avoid damaging the pressure module from corrosion use it only with specified materials Refer to the pressure module documentation for material compatibility 2 Quick Start Instructions A Key Functions Key Input Output V mA Hz TC RTD Ranges Units 0 9 keys Arrow 1 CE Shift Function Toggles the function selected from measurement mode to source mode Selects between volts
8. al injury Do not apply more than the rated voltage See specifications for supported ranges Follow all equipment safety procedures Never touch the probe to a voltage source when the test leads are plugged into the cur rent terminals Do not use the calibrator if itis damaged Before you use the calibrator inspect the case Look for cracks or missing plastic Pay particular attention to the insulation surround ing the connectors Select the proper function and range for your measurement Make sure the battery cover is closed and latched before you operate the calibrator Remove test leads from the calibrator before you open the battery door Inspect the test leads for damaged insulation or exposed metal Check test leads continuity Replace damaged test leads before you use the calibrator When using the probes keep your fingers away from the probe contacts Keep your fin gers behind the finger guards on the probes Connect the common test lead before you connect the live test lead When you discon nect test leads disconnect the live test lead first Do not use the calibrator if it operates abnor mally Protection may be impaired When in doubt have the calibrator serviced Do not operate the calibrator around explo sive gas vapor or dust When using a pressure module make sure the process pressure line is shut off and depressurized before you connect it or dis connect it from the pressure module Disconnect test le
9. b You will be prompted to enter the number of the desired setpoint loca tion stored previously c Press the desired location number and the unit will go to that output Automated Stepping The MC1000 can auto step through some or all of the stored setpoints fora given range The procedure is as follows a Press Shift followed by auto b Auto SPT will appear Enter the ending setpoint location Example if you have all 9 setpoints stored but only want to step through the first 3 then enter 3 for this question c The next screen prompts you to enter the dwell time from 5 to 500 seconds Simply enter a number in that range Then press the Enter key d Auto step will begin e To exit auto step press CE key or enter a value 4 Manual Stepping The MC1000 can be manually stepped through all or some of the stored set points The procedure is as follows a Press Shift followed by Man b Using the arrow keys toggle up and down through the stored setpoints C To exit press CE or simply enter a new output value 5 Pressure Module Interface The MC1000 has the capability to inter face with a family of pressure modules available from Martel The procedure is as follows a Connect the pressure module to the 15 pin D connector on top of the MC1000 b Press Shift followed by the key c Always zero the pressure module before starting a calibration Press Shift followed by t
10. ctions 17 Serial Input Description A mA measurement a mA source mA loop i mA 2W Sim V Volts measurement V Volts source M mV measurement m mV source E HVAC measure e HVDC measure K Khz measurement k Khz source H Hz measurement h Hz source P CPM measurement p CPM source W 2 wire measurement Ohms and RTDs X 3 wire measurement Ohms and RTDs Y 4 wire measurement Ohms and RTDs T Thermocouple measurement default Type use S command to select sensor type t Thermocouple source default use S command to select sensor type C Selects Centigrade T C RTD Selects Fahrenheit RTD R RTD measurement mode default P100 385 use 5 command to select sensor type r RTD measurement mode default P100 385 use 5 command to select sensor type 0 9 Enter a source value using ascii characters s 0 1 2 9 terminated by lt CR carriage CR return D Single Broadcast of most recent display value and units d Single Broadcast of most recent display value S Commands Select Sensor Type Serial Input Selection Entry Description 5 No Type Type 1 Pt100 3926 2 K Pt100 385 3 T Pt100 3916 4 E 10 5 R Pt200 385 18 Serial Input Selection Entry Description S No Type RTD Type 6 S Pt500 385 7 B Pt1
11. el Electronics and order part no 3535039 6 Specifications Pressure Module Dependent Operates with Fluke 700 Series Ranges Modules T C Ranges J K T E S N B L U including 10 to 70mV RTD Ranges Pt 385 100 200 500 1000 ohms Pt 392 JIS 120 CU10 51400 Ohms Ranges 0 to 400 00 and 400 0 to 3200 0 mA Range 0 to 24 000 mA Voltage Low Input 0 20 000 V Output 0 20 000 V High Input only 0 250 VDC or VAC Frequency Source Measure CPM 2 0 1000 0 0 0 1000 0 Hz 0 1000 0 0 1000 0 kHz 1 0 10 0 0 0 10 00 Continuity 0 to 400 0 ohms audible tone when under 10 ohms Accuracy Type J 3 10 uV x 0 4 C total error RTD 100 1 C 075 Q 0 3 total error Ohms 400 5010 Ohms 3200 1 0 Q mA Compliance Up to 1000 Q load Voltage Drive Capability 1mA RTD IEX range 0 01 mA to 3 mA RTD Frequency Response 10 mS works with all pulsed XMTR s Oper Temp 10 C to 50 C Storage Temp 40 C to 60 C Loop Power 4 AA alkaline batteries 25 hours typical operating time Size T5 x4 x 15 20 Range amp Accuracy Range Min Max Accuracy of reading counts V Read low 0 000 20 000 0 015 2 VDC Read high 0 0 250 0 0 05 2 VAC Read high 0 0 250 0 0 5 2 V Source 0 000 20 000 0 015 2 mV Read 10 00 75 00 0 015 2 mV Source 10 00 75 00 0 015 2 mA Re
12. he Zero key Note More detailed information can be found with the instructions packaged with each module MC1000 MARTELetectronics S INPUT OUTPUT 2 O 5 TC RANGE 19 SHIFT SET SPT AUTO 7 8 NU F C mA MAN 2 3 4 W 6 ZERO 1 2 3 CE ae 0 ENTER a MEASURE SOURCE MEASURE SONORO ViQMz 02500 MULTIFUNCTION CALIBRATOR 3 Connection Diagrams amp Instructions A Measuring High Voltage AC or DC 1 Select the Voltage Input Mode Use the Range key to select either AC or DC input 2 Connect the device to be measured as shown in Figure 1 WARNING When measuring high voltage be sure to use proper connections as shown in Figure 1 Failure to do so will cause serious damage to the calibrator De Ox P Deviga eet Tast 0 2 0 250V Hz ee e E Figure 1 B Measuring Low Voltage and Frequency 1 Select the desired mode Voltage or Frequency Use the Range key to select the proper range for the mode chosen 2 Connect the device under test as shown in Figure 2 ge eee e ced 22 LEN ds a e Voltage mA 92500 Device Under Test b Frequency ex e Figure 2 WARNING Do not exceed 20 VDC atthe V Q Hz input 10 C Measuring Current
13. is capable of driving up to 1 mA on the Voltage and Frequency ranges and is able to handle up to a 3 mA excitation on the Resistance Simulation Range Exceeding these limits will result in a warning on the display ae E e wre 9 99 dias E Device Under Test requency M exe 5 Figure 6 Note The frequency output is a 5 Volt square wave with 1 volt offset 12 G Sourcing a Thermocouple Signal TC wire must be used to achieve an accurate calibration Rc t Device Under Test o T C wire must be AC DC used to achieve an 4 4 e e accurate calibration Figure 7 Note For best accuracy allow a 10 minute warm up period after the MC1000 is turned on H Measuring Temperature Using a Thermocouple Process Temperature es se Figure 8 Measuring Resistance RTDs When measuring resistance ohms there are 3 choices when using the MC1000 2 wire 3 wire and 4 wire While 4 wire offers the highest accuracy most industrial RTDs are a balance 3 wire Figure 9 shows how to hook up the MC1000 for the 3 types of measurements 1 Choose the desired RTD ohms range by first pressing the TC RTD key to get into the RTD mode Then use the Range key to select the desired range within the RTD mode 13 2 Make sure the MC1000 is in the Input M
14. m e mail sales martelcorp com Tel 603 434 8179 800 821 0023 Fax 603 434 1653 Martel Electronics PO Box 770 1F Commons Drive Londonderry NH 03053 Texas Office www betacalibrators com Tel 800 537 2181 or 972 241 2200 Fax 972 241 2200 Beta Calibrators 2309 Springdale Rd Farmers Branch Texas 75234 1 2 Standard Equipment Check to see if your calibrator is complete It should include MC1000 Calibrator Instruction Manual Test Leads Rubber Boot and NIST Certificate 1 3 Safety information Symbols Used The following table lists the International Electrical Symbols Some or all of these sym bols may be used on the instrument or in this manual Symbol Description Hae MA gt 5 N AC Alternating Current AC DC Battery CE Complies with European Union Directives DC Double Insulated Electric Shock Fuse PE Ground Hot Surface Burn Hazard Read the User s Manual Important Information o o 8 Canadian Standards Association The following definitions apply to the terms Warning and Caution Warning identifies conditions and actions that may pose hazards to the user Caution identifies conditions and actions that may damage the instrument being used Use the calibrator only as specified in this man ual otherwise injury and damage to the calibra tor may occur Warning To avoid possible electric shock or person
15. mil liamps and frequency modes Selects between temperature modes either T C or RTD Ohms and mV ranges are also included in these functions This key toggles through all the ranges for a chosen func tion Example If T C mode is selected the Range key tog gles through the ranges J K E etc These keys allow a user to enter an output value Example to output 20 mA select mA output and Press the 2 key then the 0 key followed by the ENTER key These keys allow small changes to be made to an out put value Press either the up or the down arrow key to set the value as desired The clear entry key allows the user to clear a value before the enter key is pressed This key has a blue text color and acts as a second function key to all keys that have an associated second function Features such as setpoints F C backlight and external pressure module activation all use the Shift key B Setpoints 1 Storing Setpoints N The setpoint mode allows up to 9 set points to be stored in non volitile memo ry for each range The procedure is as follows a Set the output to the desired value b Press shift followed by the SET key c Choose the desired setpoint storage location by pressing a key 1 9 d Enter a new value and repeat steps 1 thru 3 as needed up to 9 setpoints for each range can be stored Recalling Setpoints a To recall a setpoint press shift fol lowed by the SPT key
16. ode Note that it will indicate 2 3 or 4W in the upper left corner of the LCD To set the desired wire configuration use the Up Down arrow keys to toggle through the 2 3 and 4 wire modes dee ce mA 2 A 0 250V AC DC Measuring 2 Wire RTD or Using the Continuity Function Lecce jl aw 1 2 D SY 0 250 AC DC XO on 9 Measuring a 4 Wire RTD 14 J Sourcing Resistance Into a RTD Transmitter 1 As described previously in section F the MC1000 can source resistance in a RTD Transmitter or measuring device In many cases the unit under test will require a 3 or 4 wire connection to achieve best accuracy Refer to Figure 10 for connection information Some transmitters may use 4 wires E H Woy CO 2 3 4 Wire KCN ma 02507 Transmitter Under Test Use the supplied stackable test leads to make a single point connection Figure 10 4 Serial Communications The MC1000 calibrator is equipped with a RS 232 serial communications port which can be located on the top of the case Note This jack was chosen for its small size and sealing ability As a consequence the user will require a special RS 232 cable to connect the calibrator to a computer or terminal Communication Once the cable is at
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18. tached set the communica tions program settings as follows Baud Rate 9600 Data Bits 8 Stop Bits 1 Parity None Flow Control 2 Xon Xoff 15 The MC1000 calibrator can be used with virtually any terminal emulation software i e Procomm or HyperTerminal When connected properly data will be transmit ted as soon as the calibrator is turned on The data transmitted to the terminal or computer will mirror that sent to the calibrators LCD display and will be updated approximately every 0 4 seconds Serial Communications Procedure for HyperTerminal Program 1 From the Windows 95 main menu click on Start 2 Click on Programs 3 Under the category Accessories click on Hyper Terminal 4 Double click on Hypertrm exe 5 Next appears a screen labeled CONNEC TION DESCRIPTION In the box titled Name enter a name for your program settings example MC Connection In a box titled Icon click on the icon which resembles a phone and some papers in front of a bulletin board Note this icon lies between icons containing a GE logo on the left and an icon containing a red umbrella on the right Click on the OK box to accept these entries 6 Next appears a screen labeled PHONE NUMBER In the box titled Connect Using select the serial port that corresponds to the computer serial port that you ll be using to communicate to the MC1000 calibrator Click on the OK box to accept this entry 7 Next
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