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1. STRAINSERT STRAINSERT WIRELESS LOAD CELL RECEIVER TRANSMITTER MODEL J Unit1 USER MANUAL S STRAINSERT Strainsert Company 12 Union Hill Road West Conshohocken PA 18914 United States of America Phone 610 825 3310 Fax 610 825 1734 http www strainsert com 2015 Strainsert Company Document J Unit1 May 6 2015 Page 2 of 38 S STRAINSERT Table of Contents lypdgaeitiedor Tos C Ann 4 Strainsert Wireless Load Monitoring System Capabilities sess 4 Safety Bread P 5 Warranty TRITON IT SIDE taa vata veste ta Eres pred e rhe Edd 6 Radio Requirements asco ei o Quis daa nieve p or em dass i Nen x edu teaser c au UR tS e PR E ai n 7 SYSTEM OVERVICWS SUON S 8 elei lop 9 J Unit1 Mounting Requirements cesis essen aan sentes an aan n vaan sese n ana nana naan nennt s 10 J Unit1 Interface CODO CONS caosa pande Ud Marano ERR ER UU Me Reus pulp ub bata anu iius 11 Mini Gateway Mounting 12 Mini Gateway Front Port QUSS chus deinen 12 Minimum System 13 Software Sta eM M 14 Hardware Installa2. Monitor Tab Field Descriptions Bridge 1 Description signalstrength lcan Sensor 1 Px ul Status Window m Battery Remaining 100 Lower Limit Exceeded a Net Gross Toggle E Estimated Remaining Battery Life 9000 bs G Peak Value Reset gt Reset 0 Peak a Net Gressmodeihdission B4 Tare set Units Selection Valley Value Reset Sensor Display Zero Bridge 1 2 Description Configuration tab text field as assigned for user Status Window Indicates communication status Upper Lower Limit condition Over and Under Range conditions During normal operating conditions the Status window is hidden Searching Wait period message during sensor gateway communication synchronization may take up to 3 minutes No Comms Indicates no communication between gateway and sensor OVER RANGE Sensor A D maximum exceeded UNDER RANGE Sensor A D minimum exceeded Upper Limit Exceeded Set on Configuration tab Lower Limit Exceeded Set on Configuration tab Net Gross Toggle Enables user to switch between Gross and Net measurements based on user Set Tare NOTE If closed and re opened at any time the application will always open in the Gross mode Peak Value Reset Clears the last stored peak reading Valley Value Reset Clears the last stored valley reading Page 23 of 38 S STRAINSERT Sensor Display Zero The Zero icon is used to null the sensor display with no load applied and is stor
3. Net Gross icon on the Load Monitor tab Page 26 of 38 S STRAINSERT Raw Count When checked provides the user with the ability to see the A D counts for both bridge 1 2 Defaults to unchecked Capacity 2 457 Uni polar Mode 1 229 Bi polar Mode Diagnostics A D Over Range 3 768 counts C Raw Count zero limit A D Under Range 327 counts 5 Zero Limit Allowable percentage that the can be used to null the sensor output This value is stored within the application and is retained until the user activates a new Zero Note 1 Default value is 5 Note 2 The Zero limit is based on the absolute full scale output of the A D operating range Reset Configuration Defaults Removes all sensor information including Serial Number entries and any previously saved configuration settings Resets all configuration settings to original defaults but retains serial number information Page 27 of 38 S STRAINSERT Transmission Range There are two range selections standard range short range 1 Standard Range default 2 Short Range sensor to transmitter distances lt 30 ft Save Configuration Settings User must save all configuration changes after edits for changes to take effect E Password Protection Password Protection Entry of a password disables changes to the Configuration and Field Calibration tabs Note Must Save Configuration Settings prior to attempting to set password Page 28
4. ensuring that the cover gasket is properly seated Page 35 of 38 S STRAINSERT Troubleshooting Possible Cause Possible Solution Problem No Communication Wrong or invalid serial number Verify serial number on sensor matches entry on Configuration tab Damaged or missing antenna Verify antenna connection at the Receiver Transmitter and the gateway Improper signal range selection Change the range selection on the Configuration tab lt 30 ft Short Range and gt 30 ft Standard Range Obstructed RF signal path Reposition antenna on either the Receiver Transmitter and or gateway Damaged gateway Call Factory Damaged sensor cable Check end to end continuity with an Ohm meter Damaged sensor strain gage bridge Disconnect sensor cable at sensor and measure bridge resistance into the sensor Consult factory for nominal bridge resistances Depleted or damaged battery cell Remove amp replace battery cell at the Receiver Transmitter Loose battery connection Check battery connection at the Receiver Transmitter J2 JA sensor inputs loose or damaged Check J2 14 sensor wire harnesses at the Receiver Transmitter board Gateway sensor communication lock Cycle sensor battery connection Cycle gateway USB and restart application OVER RANGE Sensor applied load exceeds approximately 40 of rated capacity Remove applied load call factory
5. of 38 Field Calibration Tab Field Description Device List Select sensor to be field calibrated from the drop down Select Bridge if applicable to be field calibrated STRAINSERT Current Reading Resolution 8888 8 Current Reading lbs Current Reading Resolution 8888 8 Current Reading bs Page 29 of 38 S STRAINSERT Multiplier For Selected Sensor Displays the Multiplier entered on the Configuration Tab ay a Device List Start Field Calibration Icon initiates the field oes ot calibration sequence Multiplier For Selected Sensor read only 1 000000 Current Reading Resolution Gives the user the capability to adjust precision during field Start Field Calibration calibration to increase accuracy Current Reading Resolution Current Reading lbs Displays the current live 63338000 weight reading ling 5 92000 Reset To Factory Defaults Reset To Factory Defaults Pressing this icon resets the field calibration back to the factory default Page 30 of 38 Field Calibration Procedure 1 Open Field Calibration Tab STRAINSERT Field Calibration for Sensors Device List Brdee x Current Reading Resolution 8888 8 9 Current Reading lbs 2 Select sensor serial number and bridge from the Device List on the Field Calibration tab Field Calibration for Sensors Sensor 1 216361 M Bridge 1 Multiplier For S
6. receiver circuit board 1ea 2 Model Nearson S161AH 915R Fixed right angle 1ea 3 ModFLEX Mini Gateway includes articulating antenna USB cable 1ea 4 Installation CD 1ea CO Page 9 of 38 S STRAINSERT J UNIT1 Mounting Requirements 527 6 9 THRU COUNTERBORE 0 433 11 X 1 78 45 1 DEEP 4 PLACES Page 10 of 38 S STRAINSERT J UNIT1 Interface Connections J Unit1 Receptacle Description Pin A Excitation Bridge 1 Pin B 0 Signal Bridge 1 PinC Signal Bridge 1 D Excitation Bridge 1 Excitation Bridge 2 PinF Signal Bridge 2 PinG Signal Bridge 2 Excitation Bridge 2 Shield Attach to mating connector shell Only if available as an option Page 11 of 38 S STRAINSERT Mini Gateway Mounting Requirements PE 2X D 188 4 510 4 880 2 234 Msere USB Csnnecler Jiatur LEDs Green Indicates that the Gateway module is operational heartbeat Yellow Indicates that there is activity on the host interface Red Indicates RF activity Page 12 of 38 S STRAINSERT Minimum System Requirements for Software Operating System Win
7. Sensor bridge circuit possibly damaged Call Factory UNDER RANGE For a sensor configured for bi polar operation applied load exceeds approximately 40 of rated capacity Remove applied load call factory For a sensor configured for uni polar operation applied load in reverse direction exceeds approximately 10 of rated capacity Check sensor orientation or applied load direction Sensor bridge circuit possibly damaged Call Factory Page 36 of 38 gt STRAINSERT Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution No changes to displayed Sensor bridge circuit possibly Call Factory readings in response to damaged change in applied load Erratic displayed readings Sensor bridge circuit possibly Call Factory in response to stable damaged applied load Page 37 of 38 S STRAINSERT Customer Support Since 1960 Strainsert has pioneered the force transducer industry Today we continue to champion the industry with our knowledgeable and dedicated technical sales and manufacturing team For application assistance product information and troubleshooting contact Strainsert General Contact Information Phone 610 825 3310 Fax 610 825 1734 Mailing Address 12 Union Hill Road West Conshohocken PA 19428 Website www strainsert com E Mail info strainsert com Page 38 of 38
8. ad Monitor Strainsert Load Monitor is being installed Please wait Page 15 of 38 S STRAINSERT Installation Complete Strainsert Load Monitor has been successfully installed Click Close to exit Please use Windows Update to check for any critical updates to the NET Framework Hardware Installation 1 Connect ModFLEX Mini Gateway USB cable to computer USB port 2 Connect the articulating antenna to Mini Gateway 3 Connect sensor cable not included to the Transmitter Receiver enclosure and the other end to the Strainsert sensor 4 Connect the right angle antenna to the Transmitter Receiver enclosure Application Quick Start up 1 After connecting the ModFLEX Mini Gateway pc or lap top will install device drivers Your device is ready to use USB Serial Converter off Ready to use USB Serial Port COM3 4 Ready to use Page 16 of 38 gt STRAINSERT 2 Re boot your computer 3 After re boot open Strainsert Load monitor application 5 Select the Configuration tab Page 17 of 38 gt Strainsert Load Monitor cation v2 0 000 Configuration Field Calibration S STRAINSERT 6 On Configuration tab enter the sensor Serial Number s and select the Display Bridge 1 check box for single axis load cell and Display Bridge 2 check box for dual bridge or bi axial load cells under the Load Monitor Display Options Load Monitor Displ
9. ay Options Display Bridge 1 Display Bridge 2 2 Peak Display Enable _ Valley Display Enable Serial Number Description Bridge 1 Description Sensor 1 Bridge 2 Description Sensor 1 Serial Number Q 21636 y 1 Limit Unit Settings 3 Upper Limit 0 Lower Limit 0 Units Multiplier bs 1 000000 Resolution 88888000 Diagnostics 3 Raw Count zero limit 5 Load Monitor Display Options Display Bridge 1 C Display Bridge 2 Peak Display Enable 3 valley Display Enable Serial Number Description Bridge 1 Description Left Upper Bridge 2 Description Left Upper Serial Number Limit Unit Settings Upper Limit 0 B Lower Limit 0 Units Multiplier bs v 1 000000 88888888 8888 Diagnostics C Raw Count zero limit Load Sensor 3 Load Monitor Display Options 3 Display Bridge 1 Display Bridge 2 3 Peak Display Enable 3 Valley Display Enable Serial Number Description Bridge 1 Description Center Bridge 2 Description Center Serial Number Q 0 jo Limit Unit Settings Upper Limit 0 Lower Limit 0 Units Multiplier Ibs Resolution 88888888 8888 v 1 000000 Diagnostics Raw Count zero limit Load Sensor 4 Load Monitor Display Options Display Bridge 1 0 Display Bridge 2 Peak Display Enable Valley Display Enable Serial Number Description Bridge 1 Description Right Upper Bridge 2 Description Ri
10. btOlkonsndnkn dioc eme tuova jaa po vapana cda rede reap dreht 16 Application Quick Start lhOo aavo munan 16 Load Monitor Tab Field D seripElORMSs Genin 23 Configuration Tab Field DescriptiOTi troi ais aatetta emma Sa ERU MR ME PEE 25 Field Calibration Tab Field DescriptiOn usssia incerta rra etat rne avaama asuaan kasi kanaa 29 Field Calibration Procedure iue dt denti qoi vasa ee ta rap Mte t Gn EUR RR NUR REN s 31 DECRE IIIA A 34 Battery Installation Replacemant jisvsaciacncciasenisensasacesasasansvsaoansnieianoncycaducensascacsuionanessatananineunaniarwiss 35 TOUS STAG 36 Customer SUP POI e 38 Page 3 of 38 S STRAINSERT Introduction The STRAINSERT Model J Unit1 Wireless Load Cell Receiver Transmitter Load Monitoring Software provides a convenient method of displaying force readings on a computer through a wireless interface The program provides monitoring capability for up to 5 Model J Unit1 devices These can be configured as single axis bi axial or dual bridge Each Model J Unit1 includes a durable battery capable of over 5000 hrs of operations at line of sight distances up to 3000 feet Data Logging and Field calibration capabilities are also provided Strainsert Wireless Load Monitoring System Capabilities Sensor Type Bridge R
11. dows XP Professional Version 202 Service Pack 3 Processor 2GHz RAM 2GB Hard Drive 50MB of free space Page 13 of 38 S STRAINSERT Software Installation 1 Run Strainsert Installer program from CD provided Minimum system requirements Windows XP 2 The installer will guide the user through the installation with prompts as follows Welcome to the Strainsert Load Monitor Setup ay Wizard The installer will guide you through the steps required to install Strainsert Load Monitor on your computer WARNING This computer program is protected by copyright law and international treaties Unauthorized duplication or distribution of this program or any portion of it may result in severe civil or criminal penalties and will be prosecuted to the maximum extent possible under the law 0 Select Installation Folder The installer will install Strainsert Load Monitor to the following folder To install in this folder click Next To install to a different folder enter it below or click Browse Eolder Program Files x86 LS Research Strainsert Load Monitors Browse Disk Cost Install Strainsert Load Monitor for yourself or for anyone who uses this computer Everyone Just me Page 14 of 38 gt STRAINSERT Confirm Installation The installer is ready to install Strainsert Load Monitor on your computer Click Next to start the installation Installing Strainsert Lo
12. ed in non volatile memory within the Strainsert Load Monitor application The allowable Zero Limit can be changed on the Configuration tab The default value is 5 The maximum allowable Zero Limit is 40 of the full scale range of the sensor A D Signal Strength Icon Color coded indication of relative transmission quality Remaining Battery Life Percentage display of battery strength remaining battery life is relative to consumption displayed percentage of battery output Net Gross Mode Indication G Indicates Gross Mode N Indicates Net Mode Units Selection User selected engineering units set on Configuration tab with Units drop down Default units are Ibs Tare Set Stores the user applied tare weight in non volatile memory within the Strainsert Load Monitor application NOTE The user can Tare up to the full range of the sensor A D However the usable span of the sensor is limited by the amount of Tare Page 24 of 38 S STRAINSERT Configuration Tab Field Description Enables Bridge 1 2 Display on Load Monitor Display Options Load Monitor Tab dl Display Bridge 1 Display Bridge 2 Peak Display Enable Enables Peak Valley Display on H valley Display Enable Load Monitor Tab Bridge 1 2 Load Monitor Tab Serial Number Description Labels Sensor Serial Number User enters exact serial number of sensor Note Serial Number is the ID gt aan IN required for the Load Monitor appl
13. elected Sensor read only 11 000000 2 e e e Reset To Factory Defaults Page 31 of 38 3 Click on Start Field Calibration icon Note User can abort calibration at any time by pressing Cancel 4 At prompt remove all load from the sensor including any tare weight 5 At prompt press OK to record the zero output at no load Press OK to record zero or Cancel to Abort Calibration 6 Add any required tare load at this time 7 Enter Applied Load into numeric field and press OK NOTE Applied Load must be between 40 100 of the sensor capacity Please Enter Applied Load In Pounds lbsjor Cancel to Abort Cal Pick up test load Select OK once test load has been picked up to Record calibration or cancel to abort calibration mode Page 32 of 38 gt STRAINSERT 9 Wait for prompt and press OK for acceptance or Cancel to abort Calibration Complete Select OK to save or cancel to abort calibration update o sei 10 Field Calibration is complete Page 33 of 38 STRAINSERT Data Logging Select Sensors To Log Select sensor to d o data log by checking the appropriate box i Select Sensors To Log _ Sensor 1 Q21636 1 _ Sensor 2 90 0 Logging Duration Select Hours Minutes and Sensor 3 Q0 0 _ Sensor 4 90 0 Seconds for required data logging period _ Sensor 5 90 0 Recording Frequency Select Hours Minut
14. es v s and Seconds for reguired recording interval 08 o 06 Data Log File Path Defaults to C Strainsert_Log LogFile_Startdate txt Hours Minu 08 ga Note User has option to rename file or change file path by clicking icon C Strainsert Startdate txt Start Logging Press icon to commence immediate data storage Reset Log File Path Press icon to restore file path to factory default Data Logging File Format Comma delimited text file Logfile Startdate tet Notepad m File Edit Format View Help Date Time sensor 1 Q21636 1 Bridgel Sensor 1 Q21636 1 Bridge2 04 24 2014 14 52 18 14000 155 3000 lbs 04 24 2014 14 52 24 14000 lbs 3000 lbs 04 24 2014 14 52 30 14000 lbs 2000 lbs Page 34 of 38 S STRAINSERT Battery Installation Replacement 1 Remove J Unit1 cover by loosening 4 corner captive screws 2 Take care to not lose damage the cover gasket 3 Pull battery from battery clips Note The battery cable from the end of J Unit1 circuit board will only extend approximately 3 Care should be taken during the battery removal to avoid damage to the battery cable and or circuit board receptacle Disconnect battery connector from J Unit1 circuit board receptacle 7 Firmly attach new battery connector to ensure connector locks into place on the J Unit1 circuit board receptacle Re install the battery securely into the battery clips 9 Replace cover
15. esistance 350 Ohms Min Bridge Type Full Bridge Minimum Sensitivity 1 mV V Accepts single or dual bridge sensor Maximum Number of J Unit1 s per System 5 Unipolar Bipolar Operation Units Ibs KIPS Tons Metric Tons kg KN Sensor Excitation 2 075 VDC Transmission Distance Range Minimum ft Line of Sight ft Standard 30 gt 3000 Short 1 gt 500 Carrier Frequency 916 Mhz Spread Spectrum Frequency Hopping Data Update Rate Readings are averaged over 250ms cycle and transmitted once per second A D Resolution 0 04 Unipolar Mode 0 08 Bipolar Mode Estimated Battery Life 5 000 hours Calibration Field adjustable Operating Temperature 10 to 65 C 14 to 149 F Enclosure Dimensions 4 80 121 9 W x 4 74 120 4 L x 3 27 83 1 H Enclosure Rating IP66 NEMA 4X Page 4 of 38 S STRAINSERT Safety Information General Safety Do not install or work on this equipment unless you have read and understand the instructions and warnings in this Manual Proper care is your responsibility Failure to heed any warnings may result in serious injury or death WARNING Use caution and follow safety procedures when using wireless sensors This program DOES NOT provide safety or emergency stop devices CAUTION Improper scaling of the Load Sensor may result in readings that do not represent actual applied loads and may cause damage to sensor and or the su
16. ght Upper Serial Number 4 Limit Unit Settings E Upper Limit 0 Lower Limit 0 Units Multiplier lbs Resolution 88888888 8888t v 1 000000 Diagnostics C Raw Count zero limit 5 Load Sensor 5 Load Monitor Display Options 2 Display Bridge 1 3 Display Bridge 2 0 Peak Display Enable valley Display Enable Serial Number Description Bridge 1 Description Right Lower Bridge 2 Description Right Lower Serial Number 0 0 Limit Unit Settings 3 Upper Limit 0 Lower Limit 0 Units Multiplier lbs 1 000000 Resolution Diagnostics 3 Raw Count zero limit 5 5 o 5 o Reset Configuration Defaults Reset Configuration Defaults Reset Configuration Defaults Reset Configuration Defaults Reset Configuration Defaults standard range 7 After selections Save Configuration and Settings 8 To establish communication between the gateway and the Transmitter Receiver unit return to the Load Monitor tab 9 The Load Monitor tab will display each selected sensor and bridge The initial communication link can take up to 3 minutes to connect 10 Each bridge will indicate the attempt to connect by displaying Searching in a message for each sensor bridge NOTE In the upper right corner of each sensor bridge a red circle with a slash indicates no communication Page 18 of 38 gt STRAINSERT NERA e ac ur Y not Applicaton v2 1 00 isa mon
17. ication to synchronize with the sensor receiver transmitter Found on sensor nameplate N and or Strainsert Calibration Enter numeric found after the Certificate dash in the serial number Note Q is not required If no letter suffix is included in the serial number leave blank Page 25 of 38 Upper Limit Lower Limit When checked if Load Monitor displayed value exceeds the entered limit a message box is triggered on Load Monitor Tab Defaults to unchecked Upper Limit defaults to sensor capacity and cannot be edited if check box is left unchecked Lower Limit defaults to O and can be edited independent of the check box condition Units selection drop down Defaults to Ibs User can choose from different engineering units for display on the Load Monitor tab Upper Lower Limits are recalculated based on the selection of units Resolution The minimum unit of change displayed on the Load Monitor tab i e 100 1000 etc The choices of Resolution in the drop down are limited by the sensor capacity sensitivity and the range of the A D The application will determine what choices are allowed in the drop down S STRAINSERT Limit Unit Settings LJ Upper Limit im Lower Limit Resolution Multiplier 1 000000 88888000 Multiplier defaults to 1 000000 Can be used for custom scaling Note When Multiplier is not equal to the default an M will be displayed to the left of the
18. itor Fed Indicates No Communication 11 After communication is established bars in the upper right corner will indicate signal strength and the sensor bridge load readings should be displayed in lbs Page 19 of 38 S STRAINSERT 12 With no load on the sensor use Zero icon to null the sensor bridge I iasi venter entm Fekt Catan Logger 13 After zeroing display all readings are Gross measurements which is indicated the display with a G to the right of the engineering units Page 20 of 38 lt gt STRAINSERT 14 The user may add any required Tare to the system at this point Tare loads are stored when the user presses the Set Tare icon under each sensor bridge display Page 21 of 38 S STRAINSERT 15 Presses the Net Gross button the left of the load display to toggle between the tared and untared condition The Net mode is indicated with a N to the right of the engineering units Strarnert Load Mami tae 2 0 5 Law Mentor Cantgurton eed Caitraton Cera Logging 16 The user closes out communication between the sensor and the gateway by pressing the X in the upper right hand corner of the application window 17 With all configuration settings saved the user can re open the application at a later time and re establish communication with the saved sensors Page 22 of 38 S STRAINSERT Load
19. onditions must be complied with fully For beyond warranty repair work the same conditions apply 3 Calibration and or investigation charges may apply when Strainsert products returned for warranty repair prove to be free of defect and the problem lies in systems components circuits test set ups etc for which Strainsert has no responsibility 4 For some special systems Strainsert may utilize other manufacturers products In these cases the original equipment manufacturers warranty will apply Page 6 of 38 S STRAINSERT Radio Requirements This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation To comply with FCC and Industry Canada RF radiation exposure limits for general population the antenna s used for this transmitter must be installed such that a minimum separation distance of 20cm is maintained between the radiator antenna and all persons at all times and must not be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter Page 7 of 38 S STRAINSERT System Overview Up to 5 J Unit1 s with dual bridge configuration can communicate to a single mini gateway Page 8 of 38 S STRAINSERT Equipment 1 Model J Unit1 Transmitter Receivers includes battery transmitter
20. rrounding structure in addition to potential personal injury The Customer must verify that all data entry values are correct and are entered in the proper fields Page 5 of 38 S STRAINSERT Warranty Information The Two Year Guarantee Strainsert wireless force sensor products are guaranteed for a period of two years after shipment to original purchaser against any malfunction due to defects in materials or workmanship Strainsert Company is not liable for consequential or contingent damages and its liability is strictly limited to the original purchase price of the product or its repair or replacement at Strainsert s option Strainsert Company will repair or replace under warranty and return transportation prepaid provided that e Full explanation of malfunction or defect is transmitted in writing to Strainsert Company together with if possible application or short history of product use e Authorization to return product is obtained from Strainsert Company e Product is sent to Strainsert Company 12 Union Hill Road West Conshohocken PA 19428 prepaid properly packaged and insured at full value e Factory inspection and investigation discloses that malfunction or defect developed or appeared during normal and proper usage of product e This warranty is null and void in the event repairs or modifications are made by persons unauthorized by Strainsert Company Notes 1 To initiate warranty repair work ALL above c
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