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MTI 1510A Software Operation Manual

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MTI Part Number 7001-0040
Revision 3.1 – August 7, 2014
1510A
Precision Signal Source
Software Operation Manual
his document discloses subject matter in which MTI Instruments Inc. has proprietary rights and such subject matter shall not, without written permission of MTI
Instruments Inc. be used, released, or disclosed in whole or in part. This legend shall be marked on any reproduction hereof in whole or in part.
MTI Instruments, Inc.
325 Washington Avenue Extension, Albany, New York 12205 USA
Phone: (518) 218-2550
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Note:
Performing a user calibration with the
software package will result in an
accuracy of 2% at best. A factory cal
is required to achieve the original
published MTI specifications.
with direct digital synthesis
FAX: (518) 218-2506
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  • Page 1 Software Operation Manual his document discloses subject matter in which MTI Instruments Inc. has proprietary rights and such subject matter shall not, without written permission of MTI Instruments Inc. be used, released, or disclosed in whole or in part. This legend shall be marked on any reproduction hereof in whole or in part.
  • Page 2 The 1500 Series Precision Signal Source Software Package has been designed to help you realize the full power of your 1500CS Precision Calibrator or 1510A Precision Signal Source. Once the software has been loaded on a standard PC computer and the...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS OVERVIEW Overview of the 1500 Series Software Package......1 Installing the Software ..............2 Installing the 1510A USB Driver ...........3 Before you start the Software ............5 Connecting to your Calibrator ............6 Starting the Software ..............7 TAB FUNCTIONS Setup ..................8 Calibration Factors ..............9...

  • Page 4: Overview Of The 1500 Series Software Package

    Remote Control Of signals – The 1500 Series Precision Signal Source Software Package also provides an easy to use interface for controlling the signals generated by the 1500CS via its RS-232 interface and the 1510A via its USB interface. Page 1 MTI Part Number 7001-0040...

  • Page 5: Installing The Software

    The 1500 Series Precision Signal Source Software Package is supplied on CD-ROM. This software must be installed before connecting the 1510A Precision Signal Source to your computer for the first time. Open a Windows Explorer window to view the contents of the CD.

  • Page 6: Installing The 1510A Usb Driver

    After verifying that the INF file exists, connect the USB cable to the 1510A and connect it to a free USB port on your computer. The Windows Found New Hardware Wizard screen will display. Select No, not this time and press Next.
  • Page 7 Hardware tab. Then click the Device Manger button. In Device Manager, scroll down to the Ports category and open it. Locate the 1510A Charge Calibrator entry and note the assigned COM port. In the next step, the COM port value must be entered into the program INI file.

  • Page 8: Before You Start The Software

    1=COM1, 2=COM2, etc. For the 1500CS, set PORT1 to the appropriate serial port number. For the 1510A, set PORT2 to the port number previously determined from Device Manager. Make the necessary changes, SAVE and close the INI file viewer. All other entries and setting in the file should be left unchanged.

  • Page 9: Connecting To Your Calibrator

    DB9 to RJ12 Cable MTI P/N 7500-7503 1500CS Your 1510A accessory kit includes a communications cable that connects between the 1510A Precision Signal Source and your computer via a USB port. MTI Cable 6000-2001 has been designed specifically to connect between the 1510A and your computer.

  • Page 10: Starting The Software

    An introductory display will first be visible: Followed by the user interface display: The following sections of this manual will explain the various features and functions of the software package. Page 7 MTI Part Number 7001-0040 Revision 3.1 August 7, 2014...

  • Page 11: Setup

    1500CS internal settings. Although the serial number and software version numbers cannot be changed, it is useful information when talking to your MTI Instruments support representative. The “Last Calibration Date” information may be changed by the user of the calibrator.

  • Page 12: Calibration Factors

    1500CS. The CALIBRATION FACTORS tab at right reveals the internal calibration constants of the 1510A Precision Signal Source. Note that there are several different tabs along the bottom of the display...

  • Page 13: Memories

    MEMORIES Tab The MEMORIES Tab allows users to view and edit the settings saved in each of the 40 individual memory locations of the 1500CS and 1510A. MEMORY NUMBER – Indicates the specific Memory Location and contents being displayed. Use the up and down pointers to index thru all of the 40 locations.
  • Page 14 PHASE OFFSET – Enter the desired phase offset in degrees (relative to Channel B signal). SIGNAL TYPE – Use the drop-down feature to select between VOLTS and Single Ended (SE) or Differential (DE) CHARGE type of signal. Page 11 MTI Part Number 7001-0040 Revision 3.1 August 7, 2014...
  • Page 15 SAWTOOTH, SQUARE, PULSE, TACH or TTL signals using the drop down menu selector. PULSE MODE – The 1500CS and 1510A produce a single pulse occurring at the same frequency or at a ratio of the Channel A frequency. The pulse duty cycle can be programmed from 3% to 100% of the period.
  • Page 16 TOOTH COUNT – When operating in TACH mode, multi- tooth speed signals may be simulated. This value represents the total number of teeth in the speed signal including the odd tooth. Page 13 MTI Part Number 7001-0040 Revision 3.1 August 7, 2014...

  • Page 17: Memory Labels

    MEMORIES LABELS Tab MEMORY LABELS – Each of the 40 memory locations of the 1500CS and 1510A can be assigned a unique name or label, which will be shown on the 1500 Series unit display whenever the memory location is selected. Naming each of the memory locations can avoid confusion and eliminate mistakes.

  • Page 18: Device

    DEVICE OPTIONS Menu 1500CS / 1510A – This function is used to select the type of 1500 Series unit. A check mark appears in front of the current selected type of unit. Setup Communications – Selecting this option enables the...

  • Page 19: Configuration

    “Tab-Displays.” This command does not alter any settings within the 1500CS or 1510A. LOAD from DISK – Selecting this option enables the user to select a configuration set-up from a file resident on the user’s computer.
  • Page 20 1500 and downloads the values displayed on all tab into the appropriate memories in the 1500. At the conclusion of the “Download” a success message will be displayed. Page 17 MTI Part Number 7001-0040 Revision 3.1 August 7, 2014...

  • Page 21: Setup

    SETUP OPTIONS Menu CLEAR SETUP INFORMATION– This function clears all the calibration date information on the Setup Tab display. This command does not alter any settings within the 1500 Series unit. Page 18 MTI Part Number 7001-0040 Revision 3.1 August 7, 2014...

  • Page 22: Factors

    FACTORS Menu There are no active functions for the FACTORS menu in this version of the software. Page 19 MTI Part Number 7001-0040 Revision 3.1 August 7, 2014...

  • Page 23: Memory

    UPLOAD ALL MEMORIES FROM UNIT – Selecting this option establishes communications with the 1500 and uploads the stored values from all 40 memory locations into the 40 memory editor pages. Page 20 MTI Part Number 7001-0040 Revision 3.1 August 7, 2014...
  • Page 24 DOWNLOAD ALL MEMORIES TO UNIT – Selecting this option establishes communications with the 1500 and downloads the stored values from all 40 memory locations of the editor to the 1500 memory. Page 21 MTI Part Number 7001-0040 Revision 3.1 August 7, 2014...

  • Page 25: Tools

    CALIBRATION WIZARD – This selection begins a fully sequenced set of measurements to re-calibrate the 1500CS or 1510A unit. The procedure results in the creation of a calibration factors table which is downloaded in to the unit. Page 22 MTI Part Number 7001-0040 Revision 3.1 August 7, 2014...

  • Page 26: Remote Control Panel

    TOOLS Menu – Remote Control Panel The REMOTE CONTROL PANEL facilitates complete control of the outputs of the 1500CS and 1510A. Users may select any controllable parameter of the unit from the user interface, and when the set-up has been...
  • Page 27 Channel A frequency. The pulse duty cycle can be programmed from 3% to 100% of the period. TACH MODE – The 1500 can produce a series of pulses simulating a multi-tooth gear speed signal. Page 24 MTI Part Number 7001-0040 Revision 3.1 August 7, 2014...
  • Page 28 TOOTH COUNT – When operating in TACH mode, multi-tooth speed signals may be simulated. This value represents the total number of teeth in the speed signal including the odd tooth. Page 25 MTI Part Number 7001-0040 Revision 3.1 August 7, 2014...

  • Page 29: Calibration Wizard

    NEXT button. To calibrate a 1500 Series unit you will need a high accuracy voltmeter and the cables listed. Page 26 MTI Part Number 7001-0040 Revision 3.1 August 7, 2014...
  • Page 30 Connection to the 1500 Series unit Before continuing, ensure that the communications cable has been connected between the 1500CS/1510A and the computer that is running the Calibration Wizard. Page 27 MTI Part Number 7001-0040 Revision 3.1 August 7, 2014...
  • Page 31 Connect to Channel A – Connect a BNC cable between the 1500CS/1510A Channel A output connector and the input to the voltmeter. Set the voltmeter for AC RMS readings. Channel A Low range AC calibration Click in the Voltage Reading window and enter the reading of the voltmeter.
  • Page 32 5.6 mv) used. Channel A DC offset calibration Next, click in the Voltage Reading window and enter the reading of the voltmeter. Set the voltmeter for DC volts readings. Page 29 MTI Part Number 7001-0040 Revision 3.1 August 7, 2014...
  • Page 33 Set the voltmeter for DC readings. This screen is repeated for the three low range voltages (2, 5, and 8 vdc) used. Page 30 MTI Part Number 7001-0040 Revision 3.1 August 7, 2014...
  • Page 34 Set the voltmeter for DC volts readings. Be sure to wait for the bridge output voltage to stabilize. This screen is repeated for the three bridge mode voltages (20, 50, and 80 mvdc) used. Page 31 MTI Part Number 7001-0040 Revision 3.1 August 7, 2014...
  • Page 35 TOOLS Menu – Calibration Wizard Continued Channel B calibration Next, connect the BNC cable to the 1500CS/1510A Channel B output connector and the input to the voltmeter. Set the voltmeter for AC RMS readings. Channel B Low range AC calibration...
  • Page 36 Pk-Pk, or RMS) are selected for the type of voltmeter you are using. This screen is repeated for the three mid range voltages (1.4 v, 3.5 v, and 5.6 v) used. Page 33 MTI Part Number 7001-0040 Revision 3.1 August 7, 2014...
  • Page 37 1500CS to the Phase meter using two (2) BNC cables as illustrated. NOTE The 1510A does not require phase calibration. Skip this step for a 1510A. Next, click in the Phase Reading window and enter the reading of the phase meter.
  • Page 38 TOOLS Menu – Calibration Wizard Continued Single Ended charge calibration – Next, connect the 1500CS/1510A to the voltmeter as illustrated using the special SE charge calibration cable. Set the voltmeter for AC RMS readings. Be sure to note the cable ID number.
  • Page 39 (Pk, Pk-Pk, or RMS) are selected for the type of voltmeter you are using. This screen is repeated for the three low range charge outputs (800, 35000, 7000 pC rms) used. Page 36 MTI Part Number 7001-0040 Revision 3.1 August 7, 2014...
  • Page 40 TOOLS Menu – Calibration Wizard Continued Differential charge calibration – Connect the 1500CS/1510A to the voltmeter as illustrated using the DE Charge calibration cable. Be sure to note the cable ID number. 7500-7507 Set the voltmeter for AC RMS readings.
  • Page 41 (Pk, Pk-Pk, or RMS) are selected for the type of voltmeter you are using. This screen is repeated for the three low range charge outputs (800, 35000, 7000 pC rms) used. Click the NEXT button. Page 38 MTI Part Number 7001-0040 Revision 3.1 August 7, 2014...
  • Page 42 1.000 and that the offset factors are near 0.0000. For the 1500CS, verify that the Phase constants are approximately 3 or 4 degrees. For the 1510A, the phase constants should be zero. If all factors are “reasonable” click the DOWNLOAD FACTORS button to update the 1500 Series unit memory.
  • Page 43 To do this, use the Configuration – Upload from Unit function, and then the Configuration - Save to Disk function. Page 40 MTI Part Number 7001-0040 Revision 3.1 August 7, 2014...

  • Page 44: Help

    Software Support Manual in PDF format. This link will only work if the instructions found on page 4 (Before you start the Software) have been performed. About produces a summary display of the current software revision level as illustrated: Page 41 MTI Part Number 7001-0040 Revision 3.1 August 7, 2014...

  • Page 45: Optional Accessories

    OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES There are a number of accessories available to compliment your 1500CS or 1510A, and to ease the challenges associated with connecting your calibrator to different cables and connectors. Contact your MTI Instruments representative for more information. 1500CS Replacement AC Power Adapter – 4000-0013 Replacement NiMH batteries –...
  • Page 46 NOTES Page 43 MTI Part Number 7001-0040 Revision 3.1 August 7, 2014...
  • Page 47 NOTES Page 44 MTI Part Number 7001-0040 Revision 3.1 August 7, 2014...
  • Page 48 NOTES Page 45 MTI Part Number 7001-0040 Revision 3.1 August 7, 2014...
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