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- Page 1 User’s Gui d e Shop online at omega.com e-mail: info@omega.com For latest product manuals: www.omegamanual.info BB-4A Blackbody Calibrator...
- Page 2 Fax: (203) 359-7700 e-mail: info@omega.com For Other Locations Visit omega.com/worldwide The information contained in this document is believed to be correct, but OMEGA accepts no liability for any errors it contains, and reserves the right to alter specifications without notice.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
5.3 Fuse Replacement ............... 5-1 Section 6 Reference Probe ............... 6-1 Section 7 Specifications ................7-1 Section 8 Troubleshooting Guide ............8-1 Section 9 Glossary of Terms Used in This Manual ......9-1 Section 10 The OMEGA Family of Blackbody Calibrators ....10-1... - Page 4 I.E.C. Symbols ................1-1 Front Panel ................... 3-1 Back Panel ..................3-3 Menu Hierarchy Showing Factory Default Settings ....3-4 Programming Procedure ............3-5 Heat Up/Cool Down Table ............3-5 Connecting the BB-4A to a Computer’s Serial Port ....4-1...
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Page 5: Section 1 - Introduction
BB-4A Blackbody Calibrator Section 1 - Introduction Your BB4A Blackbody Calibration Source has been designed for ease of use and reliability whenever you have the need to test or calibrate non-contact infrared temperature instruments. It is important that you read this manual completely and follow all safety precautions before operating this instrument. -
Page 6: General Description
BB-4A Series Blackbody Calibrator IEC symbols Description Caution, risk of electric shock Caution, refer to accompanying documents 115 VAC @50/60Hz (Domestic Models) 230 VAC @50/60Hz (European Models) Figure 1. IEC symbols General Description The Model BB4A is a portable, rugged, bench-top, blackbody calibration source with a built-in precision PID digital controller. -
Page 7: Section 2 - Installation
This plug must be removed before using your calibrator. Ambient Temperature The target plate of the BB-4A can achieve any temperature within the specified temperature range when being operated in normal ambient temperature environments. The maximum specified heater cavity temperature of 982°C... -
Page 8: Power Connection
~, 50/60 Hz models) Standard (120 VAC The BB-4A comes with a standard North American 3-prong AC power cord. Do not use any other power cord other than the one provided. This cord provides the proper grounding and has been safety tested by the proper safety agencies. -
Page 9: Section 3 - Operation
BB-4A Blackbody Calibrator Section 3 - Operation Front and Side Panel Controls and Indicators SETPOINT TEMPERATURE PROCESS TEMPERATURE HEATER CAVITY BB-4A Temperature 212F/100C 1800F/982C Range ON/STAND-BY MODE KEY TEMPERATURE RANGE POWER SWITCH REFERENCE BAR LOWER SETPOINT KEY PARAMETER/ ACCESS KEY RAISE SETPOINT KEY Figure 2. - Page 10 BB-4A Series Blackbody Calibrator Parameter/Access Key: Press to scroll through menu parameters. Raise Key: Press to increase the selected parameter or scroll upward in the list of possible settings. Lower Key: Press to decrease the selected parameter or scroll downward in the list of possible settings.
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Page 11: Back Panel Connections
Changing the Temperature Setpoint The layout of the front panel is shown in Figure 2. The BB-4A incorporates a PID digital setpoint controller. The upper display indicates the blackbody target plate temperature known as (PV) Process Variable, while the lower display indicates the programmed setpoint known as (SV) Setpoint Variable. -
Page 12: Changing The Controller Parameters
Changing the Controller Parameter Settings The BB-4A operates at its optimum performance when left with its factory parameter settings. The only internal parameter that the operator should need to change is the engineering units (°F or °C), or serial communications parameters. -
Page 13: Heat Up/Cool Down Cycle Times
BB-4A Blackbody Calibrator Putting the Controller In or Out of Standby Mode 1. To enter the Standby mode hold the key for 4 seconds until the window flashes “StbY”. 2. To exit the Standby mode hold the key for 4 seconds until the window flashes “tUne”. -
Page 14: Section 4 Serial Communication
The RS232 port is optically isolated to eliminate ground loop problems. Below is a pinout diagram for the serial port of the BB-4A as well as the pinout for a 9-pin PC serial port. Use a straight DB9 (female) to DB9 (male) connector cable to connect your computer to the BB-4A. - Page 15 BB-4A Blackbody Calibrator Parameter List (only relevant parameters shown): PAR#: Parameter: Range/Units: Process Temp. Input determined Setpoint Input determined Baud Selection bAUd Baud Selections: Code: Baud: Parity: Data Bits: Stop Bits: 3.o.7 6.o.7 12.o.7 1200 2 (factory default settings) 24.o.7 1200 3.n.8...
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Page 16: Maintenance
For model: BB-4A use 1 ea. 250 VAC~, T4A (Time-Lag, 4 Amp) UL./CSA APPROVED (.25 dia. x 1.25 long). For model: BB-4A -230VAC use 2 ea. 250 VAC~, F3.15A (Time-Lag, 3.15 Amp) VDE APPROVED (5 mm dia. x 20 mm long). -
Page 17: Reference Probe
A thermocouple reference port is provided for monitoring cavity temperature with an external instrument. A standard thermocouple panel jack is provided (OMEGA# RSJ-K-R). If a voltmeter is used to read the output, be sure to use an Icepoint reference cell (TRCIIIA) or a cold junction compensator (CJ, MCJ,... -
Page 18: Specifications
BB-4A Blackbody Calibrator Section 7 - Specifications Temperature Range: 100 to 982°C (212 to 1800°F) Accuracy: ±1°C, ±0.25% rdg (±1.8°F, ±0.25% rdg) Stability: ±.15°C or less Environmental Operating Conditions: Ambient Temperature: 0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F) Humidity: 0 to 90% RH, non-condensing... -
Page 19: Troubleshooting Guide
BB-4A Blackbody Calibrator Section 8 - Troubleshooting Guide Problem Solution 1. Unit will not turn on. a. Check all electrical connections. b. Check rear panel fuses. c. Unit requires service, contact our customer service department. 2. Unit turns on but the target a. -
Page 20: Glossary Of Terms Used In This Manual
BB-4A Blackbody Calibrator Section 9 - Glossary of Terms Used in This Manual Blackbody A theoretical object that radiates the maximum amount of energy at a given temperature, and absorbs all the energy incident upon it. Calibration The process of adjusting an instrument or compiling a deviation chart so that its reading can be correlated to the actual value being measured. -
Page 21: Section 10 The Omega Family Of Blackbody Calibrators
The OMEGA Family of Dry Block Probe Calibrators The OMEGA Family of Blackbody Calibrators Listed below is a selection guide of OMEGA’s current line of blackbody calibration sources in addition to the one you have selected. This family of rugged, portable and... - Page 22 BB-4A Blackbody Calibrator Notes NOTES: 10-2...
- Page 23 Department will issue an Authorized Return (AR) number immediately upon phone or written request. Upon examination by OMEGA, if the unit is found to be defective, it will be repaired or replaced at no charge. OMEGA’s WARRANTY does not apply to defects resulting from any action of the purchaser, including but not limited to mishandling, improper interfacing, operation outside of design limits, improper repair, or unauthorized modification.
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