User Manual Compact Signal Calibrator AMETEK JOFRA CSC101
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1. Over Voltage Protection 240VAC Overload Current 28mA DC Protection EMC EN61326 Annex A Portable Instruments Dimensions L x W x D 6 x 3 6 x 1 3 15 cm x 9 cm x 3 cm Weight 9 5 ounces 0 3 kg Included Accessories NIST traceable calibration certificate with data bat teries test leads and manual 13 7 Maintenance 7 1 Replacing Batteries Replace batteries as soon as the battery indicator turns on to avoid false measurements 7 2 Cleaning the Unit Warning To avoid personal injury or damage to the calibrator use only the specified replacement parts and do not allow water into the case Caution To avoid damaging the plastic lens and case do not use solvents or abrasive cleansers Clean the calibrator with a soft cloth dampened with water or water and mild soap 7 3 Service Center Calibration or Repair Only qualified service personnel should perform calibration repairs or servicing not covered in this manual If the calibrator fails check the batteries first and replace them if needed Verify that the calibrator is being operated as explained in this manual If the calibrator is faulty send a description of the failure with the calibrator Be sure to pack the calibrator securely using the original shipping container if it is available 7 4 Replacement Parts amp Accessories Order Number _ Description SPK CSC 004 Operating Manual 104203 Test Lead2. TEST amp CALIBRATION INSTRUMENTS User Manual Compact Signal Calibrator AMETEK JOFRA CSC101 Contents 1 INTOdUCHON s ieee eae eee TOs eee eee 1 1 1 Contacting aes EEA aera peewee sarees 1 1 2 5 1 Ta Safety 2 pee Needs 2 2 Calibrator 4 2 1 Primary 2 666 eee ee 4 2 2 Calibrator Configuration beer eas Hebe ees 5 3 Operation in the Current Mode 4mA to 20 9 3 TP Sourcing CUEN 9 3 2 Simulating Currents 9 3 3 Measuring oe aw 10 3 4 Measuring Current with Loop 10 4 Operation the Voltage 11 4 1 Measuring Volts 30VDC 11 5 Advanced 12 5 7 5 rs nie verde ph de eked Siew shea bei waa 12 5 206
3. 2 dee aide ob ost dis zed due 12 5 3 Flow Calculations tnt EEN EEE AT Ree Rae 12 54 Halt 2500 ACSISION sy bates EOE Eee ee 13 6 Specifications 13 7 Maintenance 14 7 1 Replacing Batteries 4 5248 1 ERR I 14 T2 Cleaning 14 7 3 Service Center Calibration or Repair 14 7 4 Replacement Parts amp ACCOSSOLOS sa cronies ena PE EER 14 1 Introduction The Ametek Jofra CSC101 is a handheld Compact Signal Calibrator primarily designed to calibrate and verify 4 to 20mA process loops and precision voltage signal conditioning equipment The CSC101 can both source and measure current over a 0 to 24mA range and measure voltage from zero to 30VDC The calibrator has the following features and functions A digital knob along with selectable decade control allows quick and easy adjustment of the desired output A large easy to read display used to display electrical parameters Measurement and sourcing capabilities for current Flow Calculation and Valve Test Capabilities
4. Voltage measurement capabilities An interactive menu All input and output jacks are protected through internal self resetting fuses providing protection to 240VAC 1 1 Contacting Ametek US Canada Latin America AMETEK TCI at 1 800 527 9999 Europe Africa Middle East AMETEK Denmark A S at 45 4816 8000 Asia AMETEK Singapore Pte Ltd at 65 64 842 388 1 2 Standard Equipment Inspect the unit carefully upon receipt Save packing carton in case re shipment is necessary If there appears to be any damage equipment missing or if there are any questions about the unit contact AMETEK Check to see if your calibrator is complete It should include e 5 101 Calibrator e Instruction Manual e Test Leads 1 3 Safety information Symbols Used The following table lists the International Electrical Symbols Some or all of these symbols may be used on the instrument or in this manual Symbol Description AZ AC Alternating Current AC DC Battery MA 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 Off O gt i enl On Canadian Standards Association a This calibrator must be recycled or disposed of properly 2002 96 The following definitions apply to the terms Warning and Caution Warning identifies cond
5. Set SPK CSC 004 Rev B 10 12 0220063 15 AMETEK TEST amp CALIBRATION INSTRUMENTS UK Lloyd Instruments Ltd Tel 44 0 1243 833 370 uk far general ametek co uk France AMETEK S A S Tel 33 0 1 30 68 89 40 general lloyd instruments ametek fr Germany AMETEK GmbH Tel 49 0 2159 9136 510 info mct de ametek de Denmark AMETEK Denmark Tel 45 4816 8000 jofra ametek com USA AMETEK MCT Tel 1 727 536 7831 chatillon fl lar ametek com India AMETEK Instruments India Pvt Ltd Tel 91 22 2836 4750 jofra ametek com Information in this document is subject to change without notice 2012 by AMETEK Inc www ametek com All rights reserved Singapore AMETEK Singapore Pte Ltd Tel 65 6484 2388 aspl ametek com sg China AMETEK Inc Shanghai Tel 86 21 5868 5111 AMETEK Inc Beijing Tel 86 10 8526 2111 AMETEK Inc Guangzhou Tel 86 20 8363 4768 lloyd ametek com cn
6. ection 2 2 Calibrator Configuration 3 The Press the Automatic Stepping Function or the 25 key to step the output to verify the proper valve operation 5 3 Flow Calculation The has CSC101 has a Flow Calculation mode for displaying flow 0 100 as a function of mA Flow is displayed in the percent display Flow Calculation can be enabled through the menu system see section 2 2 Calibrator Configuration 5 4 Hart 2500 Resistor The has CSC101 has the ability to insert 2500 resistor in series with the power supply in order to facilitate the use or a Hart communicator The Hart resistor can be enabled through the menu system See section 2 2 Calibrator Configuration 6 Specifications Functions mA source mA simulate mA read mA read loop power and volts read Ranges mA 0 to 24mA and Volts 0 to 30VDC Resolution 1uA on mA ranges and 1mV on voltage range Accuracy 1 year 0 01 RDG 2LSD all ranges 23 5 C Operating Temp range 10 C to 55 C Humidity range 10 to 95 non condensing Stability 20ppm of F S C from 10 C to 18 and 28 C to 55 C Display 128 x 64 pixels LCD Graphic w backlight 34 high digits Power 6AAA alkaline lithium or NiMH batteries Battery Life gt 40 hours continuous use measure mode Loop Compliance Voltage 24VDC 20mA Loop Drive Capability 1200Q without HART resistor 950 with HART resistor
7. for the mA ramp function See Section 5 Advanced Features The value can be set from 5 to 300 seconds The knob is used to adjust the value When the desired value is attained press and hold the knob to save it If you wish to revert to the previous value press the menu exit key Setting Auto Step Time Auto Step Time 10 SEC Press amp hold to Save This is the time for the mA Auto Step Feature See Section 5 Advanced Features The value can be set from 5 to 300 seconds The knob is used to adjust the value When the desired value is attained press and hold the knob to save it If you wish to revert to the previous value press the menu exit key Enabling Valve Test Valve Test Enable OFF Use the knob to highlight the selection Press the knob to store the highlighted selection If you wish to revert to the previous setting press the menu exit key Enabling Flow Calculation Valve Test Enable OFF Use the knob to highlight the selection Press the knob to store the highlighted selection If you wish to revert to the previous setting press the menu exit key Enabling Hart Resistor HART Resistor Enable OFF Use the knob to highlight the selection Press the knob to store the highlighted selection If you wish to revert to the previous setting press the menu exit key Selecting mA Span mA Span Selection 4to 20 mA 0 to 20 mA Use the knob to hig
8. h could lead to possible electric shock or personal injury replace the battery as soon as the battery indicator appears To avoid personal injury or damage to the calibrator use only the specified replacement parts and do not allow water into the case 3 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 damaging the plastic lens and case do not use solvents or abrasive cleansers Clean the calibrator with a soft cloth dampened with water or water and mild soap 2 Calibrator Interface Simultaneous Display 0 00 20mA 100 00 Mode M Cursor Step Ramp Enable 100 Key Sets Output to 20 25 Key Steps 4 8 12 16 20 Backlight On Off 0 Key Sets Output to 4mA Digital Knob Sets Output Value Press to Move Cursor Menu Press to Enter Setup Menu Press Again to Exit Figure 1 2 1 Inputs and Primary User Interface The Calibrator has two numeric displays The main display area displays the signal which is being sourced or measured The smaller numeric display area is used in the mA modes to display the percent of range Normally values in the 4mA to 20mA range correspond to a percentage fro
9. hlight the selection Press the knob to store the highlighted selection If you wish to revert to the previous setting press the menu exit key Contrast Adjustment Contrast Sample normal video Sample reverse video Use the knob to adjust the contrast The range of values is shown by the bar graph with higher contrast shown by a longer bar The sample normal and reverse video text lines allow evaluation of both text modes Press the knob to store contrast value If you wish to revert to the previous setting press the menu exit key Configuring Auto Shutdown Auto Shutdown Time 10 MIN Use the knob to adjust the time before the unit with shutdown if the user interface is not used Auto shutdown can also be disabled is disable by turning the knob counter clockwise until Disabled is displayed on the screen 3 Operation in the Current Mode 4mA to 20mA The CSC101 offers four 4 different operational functions when operated in the current or milliamp mode These functions are 1 mA Source Current can be sourced from the CSC101 over a 0 to 24mA range into loads of up to 1000 ohms 2 mA Simulate The CSC101 can act like a 2 wire transmitter by controlling the loop current when power comes from an external power supply 3 mA Measure The CSC101 displays input current over a range of 0 to 24mA 4 mA Measure with Loop Power Displayed as mA Measure 24V this mode measures current while
10. itions 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 manual otherwise injury and damage to the calibrator may occur A Warning To avoid possible electric shock or personal injury Do not apply more than the rated voltage See specifications for supported ranges Follow all equipment safety procedures Do not use the calibrator if it is damaged Before you use the calibrator inspect the case Look for cracks or missing plastic Pay particular attention to the insulation surrounding 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 fingers behind the finger guards on the probes Do not use the calibrator if it operates abnormally Protection may be impaired When in doubt have the calibrator serviced Do not operate the calibrator around explosive gas vapor or dust Disconnect test leads before changing to another measure or source function To avoid false readings whic
11. m 0 to 100 The unit can also be configured for 0 to 20 mA fullscale The CSC101 has one input terminal located on the top of the unit These terminals are provided for all milliamp functions and voltage functions The terminals will accommodate standard banana plugs The CSC101 has an knob and a series of key used to operate and configure the unit Figure 1 shows the layout of the calibrator keypad while Table 1 lists the calibrator s components and describes their functions 2 2 Calibrator Configuration 2 2 1 Main Menu The Main Menu is used to configure the primary mode of the calibrator and allow access to the calibrator set up mA Simulate mA Measure mA Measure with 24V Volts Measure Calibrator Setup Menu The knob is used to highlight the menu selection in reverse video Pressing the knob executes the highlighted action If the user can exit without making a change by pressing the Menu Exit key 2 2 2 Calibrator Setup Menus The Calibrator Setup consists of two menu screens Auto Ramp Time Auto Step Time Flow Calculation Valve Test HART 250Q Resistor Other Parameters Contrast Auto Shutdown Time The knob is used to highlight the menu selection in reverse video Pressing the knob executes the highlighted action The user can exit without making a change by pressing the Menu Exit key Setting Auto Ramp Time Auto Ramp Time 10 SEC Press amp hold to Save This is the time
12. simultaneously supplying 24 volts to the loop 3 1 Sourcing Current Figure 2 shows how to connect the CSC101 to source current H 4 20mA INPUT DEVICE Gx 20 RECORDER INDICATOR SCADA SYSTEM ETC JOFRA 1 1 Source 0 00 4 000 Compact Signal Calibrator Figure 2 3 2 Simulating Current Figure 3 shows how to connect the CSC101 to simulate current 2 wire mode using an external power supply 4 000mA JOFRA cso101 Simulate 0 00 POWER SUPPLY 30 VDC Figure 3 3 3 Measuring Current 4 20 INPUT DEVICE Figure 4 shows how to connect the CSC101 to measure 4 to 20mA 20 2 Figure 4 3 4 Measuring Current with Loop Power UUT 4 20mA output Figure 5 shows the CSC101 connected to a 2 wire transmitter where the CSC101 is providing 24 volt loop power while reading the resultant current _ if 20 JOFRA 101 Measure 24V 0 00 4 000mA Compact Signal Calibrator Figure 5 4 Operation in the Voltage Mode The CSC101 can measure voltage up to 30 VDC 4 1 Measuring Volts 30VDC max Figure 6 shows how to connect the CSC101 to measure volts Power Supply or Other Output Device Figure 6 11 5 Advanced Feat
13. ures The CSC101 has many advanced features that are available through the Calibrator Setup Menus How the features are enabled and what they do is described below 5 1 Step and Ramp Operation The CSC101 has several unique features that are helpful aids when doing milliamp calibrations The percent keys allow the user to the output to 0 of scale 100 of scale or in 25 steps from 0 or 4 to 20 mA The Step Ramp allows hands free operation by automatically stepping or ramping the milliamp output 5 1 1 Manual Stepping 1 Use the main menu to set the CSC101 to source or simulate current 2 Press the 25 key to step the output in 25 increments from 4mA to 20mA 20 to 4mA 5 1 2 Automatic Stepping amp Ramping 1 Set the CSC101 to source or simulate current See figures 2 amp 3 2 The CSC101 has separate Auto ramp and step times Use the menu system to set the step or ramp time see section 2 2 Calibrator Configuration 3 Once the desired times are set use the ramp step to continually ramp or step the value from 0 to 100 and back 5 2 Valve Test The has CSC101 has a Valve Test mode for verifying proper operation of valves In Valve Test user can step the output to the following values 3 8 mA 4 4 2 8 0 mA 12 0 mA 16 0 mA 19 8 mA 20 0 mA 20 2 mA 1 Use the main menu to set the CSC101 to source or simulate current 2 If Valve Test is not enabled use the menu system to enable it see s
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