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Fluke 9190A Operator's Manual

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9190A
Ultra-Cool Drywell
Operators Manual
January 2013
© 2013 Fluke Corporation. All rights reserved. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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  • Page 1 9190A Ultra-Cool Drywell Operators Manual January 2013 © 2013 Fluke Corporation. All rights reserved. Specifications are subject to change without notice. All product names are trademarks of their respective companies.
  • Page 2 Fluke authorized resellers shall extend this warranty on new and unused products to end-user customers only but have no authority to extend a greater or different warranty on behalf of Fluke. Warranty support is available only if product is purchased through a Fluke authorized sales outlet or Buyer has paid the applicable international price.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Product Overview and Specifications ..........1-1 Product Overview ....................1-3 Safety Information ..................... 1-4 Manual Set ......................1-5 Contact Fluke Calibration .................. 1-5 Calibration and Repair Information ..............1-6 Specifications ..................... 1-6 Base Unit Specifications ................1-6 -P Specifications .................... 1-7 Operation .....................
  • Page 4 9190A Operators Manual Test Result (-P Only) ................2-16 System Menu (SYSTEM MENU) ..............2-17 Display Setup .................... 2-17 Communications Setup ................2-18 Date/Time Setup (-P Only) ............... 2-18 Calibration Setup Menu ................. 2-19 Calibration Points Setup ................2-19 Control Setup .................... 2-20 Reference Input Calibration (-P Only) ............
  • Page 5 Accuracy Alignment ................. 4-12 As Left Accuracy ..................4-13 As Left Uniformity ..................4-13 As Left Stability ..................4-14 Guard Bands ....................4-14 9190A Input Panel Calibration ................4-15 Fundamentals ....................4-15 Terminology ....................4-15 Calibration Equipment ................... 4-16 Environmental Conditions ................4-17 Input Panel Calibration Procedure ..............
  • Page 6 9190A Operators Manual...

  • Page 7: List Of Tables

    List of Tables Table Title Page 1-1. Symbols ........................1-4 2-1. Controller Controls and Indicators ................. 2-3 2-2. Display and Control Panel..................2-4 2-3. -P Option Panel (Input Panel) ................2-5 2-4. Power and Remote Interface Panel ................ 2-6 2-5. Main Screen ......................
  • Page 8 9190A Operators Manual 3-5. PROG:SEQ:PAR Parameters ................. 3-19 4-1. Calibration Terminolgy ..................4-5 4-2. Calibration Equipment ................... 4-6 4-3. As Found Accuracy Results ................... 4-8 4-4. As Found Uniformity Results ................4-9 4-5. As Found Stability Specifications ................4-9 4-6.

  • Page 9: List Of Figures

    List of Figures Figure Title Page 1-1. 9190A Ultra-Cool Drywell (-P Option Shown) ............. 1-3 2-2. Program Menu ......................2-14 2-4. Input Menu ......................2-23 2-5. Clamp-On Ferrite Installation ................2-29 2-7. PRT/RTD Probe Setup ................... 2-32 2-8. Insert Installation and Removal ................2-34 2-10.
  • Page 10 9190A Operators Manual viii...

  • Page 11: Title

    Product Overview and Specifications Title Page Product Overview ....................1-3 Safety Information ....................1-4 Manual Set ......................1-5 Contact Fluke Calibration ..................1-5 Calibration and Repair Information ..............1-6 Specifications ....................... 1-6 Base Unit Specifications .................. 1-6 -P Specifications ....................1-7...
  • Page 12 9190A Operators Manual...

  • Page 13: Product Overview

    −95 °C to 140 °C (see Figure 1-1). The Calibrator has two models: the 9190A and the 9190A-P. The 9190A-P is a “Process” version of the 9190A that combines the heat source with a built-in thermometer input panel.

  • Page 14: Safety Information

    WEEE Directive Annex I, this product is classed as category 9 "Monitoring and Control Instrumentation” product. Do not dispose of this product as unsorted municipal waste. Go to Fluke’s website for recycling information.  Warning To prevent possible electrical shock, fire, or personal injury: •...

  • Page 15: Manual Set

    The 9190A Getting Started Manual is translated and contains basic information to quickly set up and use the Calibrator. The 9190A Product CD contains the Operators Manual, the Getting Started Manual, and the 9190A Remote Operation interface drivers. Contact Fluke Calibration To contact Fluke Calibration, call one of the following telephone numbers: •...

  • Page 16: Calibration And Repair Information

    Calibration and Repair Information To schedule and send the Calibrator to Fluke for calibration or repair: 1. Contact the Fluke Calibration Service Center in your area to schedule the calibration or repair (see “Contact Fluke Calibration” on page 1-5). 2. Pack and secure the Calibrator in a shipment box with a minimum of 2 inches of packing around the Calibrator to prevent damage.

  • Page 17: P Specifications

    Product Overview and Specifications Specifications -P Specifications Built-in Reference Thermometer Readout Accuracy (4-Wire Reference Probe) ....±0.010 °C at –95 °C ±0.013 °C at –25 °C ±0.015 °C at 0 °C ±0.020 °C at 50 °C ±0.025 °C at 140 °C Reference Resistance Range.......
  • Page 18 9190A Operators Manual...

  • Page 19: Operation

    Chapter 2 Operation Title Page Introduction ......................2-3 Calibrator Features ....................2-3 Display and Control Panel ................2-4 -P Option Panel (Input Panel) ................2-5 Power and Remote Interface Panel ..............2-6 Startup and Main Screen ................. 2-6 Calibrator Setup ....................2-8 Unpack and Inspect ..................
  • Page 20 9190A Operators Manual TC Setup ..................... 2-25 mA Setup ..................... 2-25 Test UUT Calculation ................. 2-26 REF Input Menu ..................2-26 Reference Probe Setup ................2-27 Test Calculation Menu ................2-28 Probe Preparation ....................2-29 Clamp-On Ferrites ................... 2-29 Reference PRT Connection Preparation ............2-29 4-Wire Reference Probe Wiring Instructions ..........

  • Page 21: Introduction

    Calibrator are described first, followed by setup, menus, and operation. Calibrator Features Table 2-1 identifies and describes the panels on the front of the Calibrator. Table 2-1. The 9190A Front Panel 9190A Model 9190A-P Model 9190A 9190A gzs046.eps...

  • Page 22: Display And Control Panel

    9190A Operators Manual Display and Control Panel Table 2-2 shows and describes the function of each button on the Control Panel. Table 2-2. Display and Control Panel 9190A gzs002.eps Item Name Function Shows block temperature, measurements, status information, operating parameters, and softkey functions. The contrast of the display is adjustable.

  • Page 23: P Option Panel (Input Panel)

    Operation Calibrator Features -P Option Panel (Input Panel) Table 2-3 shows and describes the connectors and ports on the -P Option Panel. The optional process version -P Option Panel is also referred to as the Input Panel. Table 2-3. -P Option Panel (Input Panel) gzs003.eps Item Name...

  • Page 24: Power And Remote Interface Panel

    When the Calibrator turns on, the system initializes, does a self-check, then shows a startup screen that shows the model number and firmware version information. If the self- check finds an error, the error is shown on the Startup screen. Contact Fluke Calibration if an error shows on the Startup screen.
  • Page 25 Operation Calibrator Features Table 2-5. Main Screen -80.01 °C COOL: S E T P T : - 8 0 . 0 0 ° C REF : -79.964 °C TC-T : -79.81 °C gzs005.eps Item Name Function Block Temperature Temperature of the internal temperature block. ...

  • Page 26: Calibrator Setup

    Unpack the instrument carefully and examine it for any damage that could have occurred during shipment. If there is shipping damage, notify the Fluke Calibration and the carrier immediately. Table 2-6 lists the equipment and the accessories that comes with the Calibrator.

  • Page 27: Connect To Mains Power

    1. Push the “I” side of the power switch on the front panel of the Calibrator. 2. Monitor the Startup screen for errors while the product turns on. If an error shows, contact Fluke Calibration. Change Language To change the display language: 1.

  • Page 28: Toggle Key Beep On Or Off

    The information is then shown on the screen, but cannot be changed. Note The Calibrator does not have a password reset function. If the password is lost, contact Fluke Calibration for password reset assistance. Table 2-7. Security Levels Security Level Definition Protects the specific metrological information and calibration information settings.

  • Page 29: Menus And Menu Navigation

    Operation Menus and Menu Navigation Menus and Menu Navigation The Main menu () contains four submenus that supply access to all features, tools, and functions. The four submenus are: Temperature Setup, Program Setup, System, and Input Setup. Table 2-8 shows and describes the buttons used to navigate the submenus. Table 2-8.

  • Page 30: Temperature Setup

    Note The 9190A and 9190A-P should not be expected to operate better than the stability specification found in the Specifications section of this manual. Thus, the minimum setting of the Stability Limit should not be less than the stability specification. See the “Base Unit Specifications”...

  • Page 31: Cutout

    Operation Menus and Menu Navigation Cutout Table 2-10 shows and describes the menu selections on the Cutout menu. Table 2-10. Cutout Menu 66.03°C C U T O U T T E M P S E T U P C U T O U T SOFT CUTOUT: 150 °C HARD CUTOUT: 160 °C...

  • Page 32: Cooler Status

    Table 2-11 shows and describes the menu selections on the Cooler Status menu. Note The information on the Cooler Status menu is not editable. Fluke Calibration Service Center personnel use this information to help troubleshoot the system if a malfunction occurs.

  • Page 33: Program Setup

    Operation Menus and Menu Navigation Program Setup Table 2-12 shows and describes the menu selections on the Program Setup menu. Table 2-12. Program Setup Menu 66.03°C P R O G R U N P R O G R A M S E T U P MENU P R O G TEST STATUS: OFF...

  • Page 34: Test Result (-P Only)

    9190A Operators Manual Table 2-13. Ramp/Soak Setup Menu (cont.) Item Function DIRECTION controls whether the SETPOINTS are sequenced in one direction “→” (ascending from 1 to 8) or in both directions “  ” (ascending from 1 to 8 and then descending from 8 to 1) before the sequence is repeated.

  • Page 35: System Menu (System Menu)

    Operation Menus and Menu Navigation System Menu (SYSTEM MENU) The System menu lets the user set up the display settings, communications protocol, date/time settings (-P model only), password settings, calibrations settings, and view system information (see Figure 2-3). 66.03°C S Y S T E M M E N U S Y S T E M P A S S S Y S T E M...

  • Page 36: Communications Setup

    9190A Operators Manual Communications Setup Table 2-16 shows and describes the menu selections on the Communication Setup menu. Table 2-16. Communication Setup Menu 66.03°C C O M M U N I C A T I O N S E T U P...

  • Page 37: Calibration Setup Menu

    TEMP 3 sets the offset in °C for the heat source accuracy at the 3 calibration point.  GRAD TEMP is a view only parameter that shows the gradient temperature. Fluke Calibration  Service Center personnel use this to help troubleshoot the system if a malfunction occurs.

  • Page 38: Control Setup

    9190A Operators Manual Control Setup Table 2-19 shows and describes the menu selections on the Control Setup menu. Table 2-19. Control Setup Menu 66.03°C S Y S T E M C O N T R O L S E T U P...

  • Page 39: Reference Input Calibration (-P Only)

    Operation Menus and Menu Navigation Reference Input Calibration (-P Only) Table 2-20 shows and describes the menu selections on the Reference Input Calibration menu. This menu is available on the -P Model only. Table 2-20. Reference Input Calibration Menu 66.03°C S Y S T E M C A L R E F E R E N C E I N P U T C A L I B R A T I O N...

  • Page 40: Ma Input Calibration (-P Only)

    9190A Operators Manual mA Input Calibration (-P Only) Table 2-22 shows and describes the menu selections on the mA Input Calibration menu. This menu is available on the -P Model only. Table 2-22. mA Input Calibration Menu 66.03°C S Y S T E M...

  • Page 41: Input Setup Menu (Input Setup)

    Operation Menus and Menu Navigation Input Setup Menu (INPUT SETUP) The Input menu (INPUT MENU) supplies access to the parameters related to the -P module (process version) or readout function. The parameters found in this menu affect the performance, accuracy and display type of reference PRTs and UUTs used (see Figure 2-4).

  • Page 42: Rtd Setup

    9190A Operators Manual RTD Setup Table 2-25 shows and describes the menu selections on the RTD Setup menu. Note The selections in the SETUP INPUT menu is dependent on the Sensor Type selected in the SELECT INPUT menu. The SETUP INPUT menu is used to set up the UUT input or to run the test algorithm.

  • Page 43: Tc Setup

    Operation Menus and Menu Navigation TC Setup Table 2-26 shows and describes the menu selections on the TC Setup menu. Table 2-26. TC Setup Menu 66.03°C T C S E T U P I N P U T S E T U P TC TYPE: TC-E S E T U P I N P U T...

  • Page 44: Test Uut Calculation

    The probe serial number and coefficients can be found on the calibration certificate that was shipped with the probe. If the probe requires calibration, contact an Authorized Service Center to inquire about calibration services offered by Fluke Calibration (see Chapter 1).

  • Page 45: Reference Probe Setup

    Operation Menus and Menu Navigation Reference Probe Setup Table 2-29 shows and describes the menu selections on the Reference Probe Setup menu. Table 2-29. Reference Probe Setup Menu 66.03°C R E F E R E N C E P R O B E S E T U P I N P U T R E F P R O G...

  • Page 46: Test Calculation Menu

    9190A Operators Manual Test Calculation Menu Table 2-30 shows and describes the menu selections on the Test Calculation menu. Use this function to test the accuracy of the temperature calculation for the Reference input. Table 2-30. Test Calculation Menu 66.03°C...

  • Page 47: Probe Preparation

    Operation Probe Preparation Probe Preparation Clamp-On Ferrites Ferrites clamped around the PRT/RTD input and the thermocouple (TC) probe reduce the risk of electro-magnetic interference (EMI) that can cause inaccurate measurements. If the Calibrator is used in an area that is susceptible to known EMI (such as industrial equipment or motors), attach a supplied Ferrite to the probe cable as follows: To attach a ferrite to a probe cable (see Figure 2-5): 1.
  • Page 48 9190A Operators Manual Reference Probe 4-Wire Reference Probe 2-Wire Reference Probe Probe Connector Probe Connector Shield Shield RTD Sensor RTD Sensor gzs047.eps Figure 2-6. Reference Probe Wiring 2-30...

  • Page 49: Reference Probe Input Setup

    Operation Probe Preparation Reference Probe Input Setup To set up a reference probe after it is connected: 1. Insert the reference probe into the Calibrator. See “Probe Insertion and Removal Procedure” on page 2-35. Note When the probe with a programmed smart connector is connected to the REF PRT input, the probe characterization parameters are automatically transferred to the Calibrator.

  • Page 50: Prt/Rtd Connection Preparation

    9190A Operators Manual PRT/RTD Connection Preparation The correct wiring for the 4-wire PRT/RTD is shown on the Product. See Figure 2-7 for an illustration on how to wire a 2-wire, 3-wire, or 4-wire PRT/RTD. Reference Probe 4-Wire PRT 3-Wire PRT 2-Wire PRT gzs044.eps...

  • Page 51: Operation

    Put the insert on a metal or ceramic fiber surface or container made to set hot materials on. d. If the insert cannot be removed, turn off the Calibrator and contact Fluke Calibration (see “Contact Fluke Calibration” in Chapter 1).
  • Page 52 9190A Operators Manual Block Temperature Indicator Light Off gzs045.eps Figure 2-8. Insert Installation and Removal 2-34...

  • Page 53: Probe Insertion And Removal Procedure

    Operation Operation Probe Insertion and Removal Procedure  Caution To prevent possible damage to probes, make sure all probes put into the furnace are rated for the temperature range used in the calibration procedure. Note Use a metal or ceramic fiber surface or container is used to set hot probes A solid (unstirred) mass, as in a furnace, can have heat loss through the probe stem.

  • Page 54: Set Temperature

    9190A Operators Manual Set Temperature A set temperature value is referred to as a “SETPOINT”. The Calibrator uses the SETPOINT value to know what temperature to heat or cool to. Use the procedures in the subsequent sections to manually set a SETPOINT, load a SETPOINT preset, or change a SETPOINT preset.

  • Page 55: Change A Preset Setpoint

    Operation Operation Change a Preset SETPOINT To change a preset SETPOINT (see Figure 2-12): 1. Push  on the Main screen. 2. Push . 3. Push . 4. Push  or  to move between presets (1 through 8). Highlight the preset to change then push .

  • Page 56: Reset An Over-Temperature Cutout

    9190A Operators Manual 66.03°C C U T O U T SOFT CUTOUT: +090.00 °C (HARD CUTOUT: +160.00 °C) gzs037.eps Figure 2-13. Soft Cutout Reset an Over-Temperature Cutout If the Soft or Hard Cutout is exceeded, the Calibrator enters Cutout Mode and must be reset.

  • Page 57: Remote Operation

    Chapter 3 Remote Operation Title Page Introduction ......................3-3 Remote Operation Setup ..................3-3 RS-232 Remote Serial Interface ..............3-4 Wiring ......................3-4 Communication Setup ................. 3-5 USB Remote Interface ..................3-6 Wiring ......................3-6 Communication Setup ................. 3-6 Remote Operation Commands ................3-7 Overview of Command Structures ..............
  • Page 58 9190A Operators Manual...

  • Page 59: Introduction

    Remote Operation Introduction Introduction Remote operation of the Product from a computer is done with commands through the RS-232 digital interface or a serial USB interface. To control the Calibrator remotely, the computer sends SCPI (Standard Commands and Programmable Instruments) commands. These commands let the user change and control all parameters remotely such as SETPOINT temperatures, cutouts, and programs.

  • Page 60: Rs-232 Remote Serial Interface

    9190A Operators Manual RS-232 Remote Serial Interface Use the instructions in the subsequent sections to wire and configure a RS-232 Remote Serial Interface. Wiring Wire the RS-232 Remote Serial Interface connection as follows: 1. Wire the remote serial interface cable as shown in Figure 3-1.

  • Page 61: Communication Setup

    Remote Operation Remote Operation Setup Communication Setup To use the RS-232 Remote Serial Interface, the Calibrator must be configured to communicate with the computer. Configuration is done in the Communication Setup menu on the Calibrator. Table 3-2. Communication Setup Menu 66.03°C C O M M U N I C A T I O N S E T U P S Y S T E M...

  • Page 62: Usb Remote Interface

    9190A Operators Manual USB Remote Interface Use the instructions in the subsequent sections to wire and configure a USB Remote Interface. Wiring The Calibrator comes with a standard USB cable. The USB cable has a 1394 connector (Calibrator connection) on one end and a standard USB connector on the other (computer connection).

  • Page 63: Remote Operation Commands

    Remote Operation Remote Operation Commands Remote Operation Commands Overview of Command Structures The Calibrator accepts commands for setting parameters, executing functions or responding with requested data. These commands are in the form of strings of ASCII- encoded characters. The Field Metrology Well command syntax conforms to SCPI-1994. One notable exception is that compound commands are not allowed as explained below.
  • Page 64 9190A Operators Manual Table 3-4. Commands by Function or Group Password Group Screen Parameter Command Protection Read/Write Group Calibration - TEMP PB SOUR:LCON:PBAN Unconditional Controller TEMP INT SOUR:LCON:INT Unconditional TEMP DER SOUR:LCON:DER Unconditional CALDATE CAL:DATE:UNIT Unconditional Calibration – Heat TEMP 1...
  • Page 65 Remote Operation Remote Operation Commands Table 3-4. Commands by Function or Group (cont.) Password Group Screen Parameter Command Protection Read/Write Group Calibration – UUT TCC0 SENS2:CAL:PAR1 Unconditional [-P] – TC TCC100 SENS2:CAL:PAR2 Unconditional TCCRJ SENS2:CAL:PAR3 Unconditional INPUT CAL DATE CAL:DATE:MOD Unconditional Calibration –...
  • Page 66 9190A Operators Manual Table 3-4. Commands by Function or Group (cont.) Password Group Screen Parameter Command Protection Read/Write Group Ramp & Soak RAMP/SOAK SETUP PROG:SEQ:CAT SETPOINT n PROG:SEQ:PAR SPOn Conditional SOAK TIME PROG:SEQ:PAR DWEL Conditional SETPOINTS PROG:SEQ:PAR POIN Conditional NO CYCLES...
  • Page 67 Remote Operation Remote Operation Commands Table 3-4. Commands by Function or Group (cont.) Password Group Screen Parameter Command Protection Read/Write Group [-P] ITS90 RTPW CALC1:CONV:PAR:VAL RTPW Conditional CALC1:CONV:PAR:VAL A7 Conditional CALC1:CONV:PAR:VAL B7 Conditional CALC1:CONV:PAR:VAL C7 Conditional CALC1:CONV:PAR:VAL A4 Conditional CALC1:CONV:PAR:VAL B4 Conditional [-P] CALC1:CONV:PAR:VAL R0...
  • Page 68 9190A Operators Manual Table 3-4. Commands by Function or Group (cont.) Password Group Screen Parameter Command Protection Read/Write Group [-P] List TC-R CALC2:CONV:NAME R TC-S CALC2:CONV:NAME S TC-T CALC2:CONV:NAME T TC-U CALC2:CONV:NAME U CALC2:CONV:NAME MV [-P] UUT–mA LOOP POWER INP2:MAMP:LPOW [-P] UUT–RTD...

  • Page 69: Alphabetical List Of Serial Commands

    Remote Operation Remote Operation Commands Table 3-4. Commands by Function or Group (cont.) Password Group Screen Parameter Command Protection Read/Write Group Temperature – HARD CUTOUT SOUR:PROT:HCUT Cutout SOFT CUTOUT SOUR:PROT:SCUT:LEV Conditional Reset (none) SOUR:PROT:CLE Trip State (none) SOUR:PROT:TRIP Temperature - SCAN RATE SOUR:RATE Setup...
  • Page 70 9190A Operators Manual • <bool> indicates a Boolean value (0 or 1) is required. The mnemonics OFF and ON are also accepted for 0 and 1, respectively. • <conv> indicates a conversion mnemonic is required. • <param> indicates a parameter name is required.
  • Page 71 Remote Operation Remote Operation Commands CAL:DATE:MOD[?] [<year>,<month>,<day>] (-P model only) Note This command is unconditionally protected, that requires a password to set it. Read or set the calibration date for the -P Module (INPUT CALibration DATE). The entered values are all numeric and “yyyy” is a four digit year (2000-2135), “mm” is a two digit month (1-12), and “dd”...
  • Page 72 9190A Operators Manual CALC1:CONV:PAR:CAT? (-P model only) Read the list of active reference probe characterization parameter names for the current reference probe type. Example: CALC1:CONV:PAR:CAT? Response: “RTPW”,”A”,“B”,“C”,“A4”,“B4” CALC1:CONV:PAR:VAL[?] par[,<n>] (-P model only) Note This command is unconditionally protected, that requires a password to set it.
  • Page 73 Remote Operation Remote Operation Commands CALC1:CONV:SNUM[?] <ser_num> (-P model only) Note This command is unconditionally protected, that requires a password to set it. Read or enter a reference probe serial number. “ser_num” character range equals {0-9, A-Z, ‘-‘}, up to 10 characters in length with a minimum of 1 character length. Default: “0” When a blank space is entered, any characters after the blank are dropped.
  • Page 74 9190A Operators Manual CALC2:CONV:TEST? n,[rj] (-P model only) Test the conversion algorithm from the UUT input. For thermocouple input, “rj” is the reference junction temperature. If this is not indicated, it is assumed to be 0 °C. Example: CALC2:CONV:TEST? 100.0 Response: 0.0000...
  • Page 75 Remote Operation Remote Operation Commands PROG:IDEN[?] [n] Read or set the program identifier. Character range = {0 – 9, A – Z, ‘-‘}, up to 12 characters, minimum 1 character: Default: “0”. Read Example: PROG:IDEN? Set Example: TEST-1 PROG:MEM:CLE (-P Model only) Note This command is unconditionally protected, that requires a password to set it.
  • Page 76 9190A Operators Manual PROG:STAT[?] [0|1] Read or set the execution state for the selected Program (Off=0, Run=1, Default = 0). If the selected program is not running then a value of 0 is returned otherwise a 1 is returned. Read Example:...
  • Page 77 Remote Operation Remote Operation Commands SENS2:CAL:PAR<n>[?] [cal] (-P model only) Note This command is unconditionally protected, that requires a password to set it. Read or set the UUT input calibration parameter for the selected function. “n” is an integer 1-6. PAR1=TCC0, PAR2=TCC100, PAR3=TCCRJ, PAR4=mAC4, and PAR6=mAC22 respectively.
  • Page 78 9190A Operators Manual SOUR:LCON:INT[?] [n] Note This command is unconditionally protected, that requires a password to set it. Read or set the main control loop integral time in seconds. The main zone integral is the integration time in seconds that the instrument’s PID controller uses for main zone control.
  • Page 79 Remote Operation Remote Operation Commands SOUR:PROT:SCUT:LEV[?] [n] Note This command is conditionally protected, that requires a password to set it. Read or set the soft cutout SETPOINT. The soft cutout should be set to protect the temperature limits of the instruments under test. “n” is an integer. Range = {-125 to 160} Read Example: SOUR:PROT:SCUT:LEV?
  • Page 80 9190A Operators Manual SOUR:SENS:CAL:TEMP<x>? Read the required calibration temperature (°C) that corresponds to a calibration parameter. “x” is a numeric value indicating the parameter [1] = TEMP1, [2] = TEMP2, AND [3] = TEMP3. Range = {1-3}; Default = 1.
  • Page 81 Remote Operation Remote Operation Commands SOUR:STAB:LIM[?] [n] Read or set the control temperature stability limit, °C or °F. “n” is a positive real value. Range = {0.01 to 9.99 (°C)}; Default: 0.05 (°C). Read Example: SOUR:STAB:LIM? Response: 0.05 Set Example: SOUR:STAB:LIM 0.03 SOUR:STAB:TEST? Read the temperature stability test results.
  • Page 82 9190A Operators Manual SYST:COMM:SER:LIN[?] [n] Set serial interface linefeed enable. “n” is a value 1 or 0. [0] = LF OFF, [1] = LF ON; Default: 1 (OFF). Read Example: SYST:COMM:SER:LIN? Response: Set Example: SYST:COMM:SER:LIN 1 SYST:CONF:MOD? Read the presence of the –P module.
  • Page 83 Remote Operation Remote Operation Commands SYST:LANG <lang> Set the display language. The available languages are dependent upon which version of the product is supplied. The version is dependent upon the final destination and configuration. European: ENGLish (default), FRENch, GERMan, PORTuguese, SPANish, RUSSian Asian: ENGLish (default), CHINese, JAPanese, KORean Example: SYST:LANG SPAN...
  • Page 84 9190A Operators Manual SYST:PASS:PROT[?] [0|1] Read or set password protection level. [0] = low, [1] = high Read Example: SYST:PASS:PROT? Response: Set Example: SYST:PASS:PROT 1 SYST:TIME[?] [<hh,mm,ss] (-P model only) Note This command is conditionally protected, that requires a password to set it.
  • Page 85 Accuracy Alignment ................... 4-12 As Left Accuracy ..................4-13 As Left Uniformity ..................4-13 As Left Stability ..................4-14 Guard Bands ....................4-14 9190A Input Panel Calibration ................4-15 Fundamentals ....................4-15 Terminology ....................4-15 Calibration Equipment ..................4-16 Environmental Conditions ................4-17 Input Panel Calibration Procedure ..............
  • Page 86 9190A Operators Manual...

  • Page 87: Calibration

    Note For assistance with the calibration process, contact an Authorized Service Center. See “How to Contact Fluke Calibration” in Chapter 1. This procedure is to be considered a general guideline. Each laboratory should write their own procedure based on their equipment and their quality program.

  • Page 88: Fundamentals

    9190A Operators Manual Calibration Process Flow Chart Calibration Procedure Start Set up calibration equipment 4-20 mA Accuracy Test Temperature (-P Model)? Source 24V Source Input Panel Test Calibration Temperature Source Thermocouple Calibration Accuracy Test 4-20 mA Thermocouple Accuracy Reference Junction...

  • Page 89: Terminology

    Table 4-1 lists the terms that are used throughout this procedure. Table 4-1. Calibration Terminology Term Definition Unit under test (for this procedure, this is the 9190A) Test Sleeve Insert A cylindrical aluminum insert with drilled probe holes that fits into the UUT. Readout Electronic device that can measure the probe resistance and convert it to temperature.

  • Page 90: Calibration Equipment

    The equipment in Table 4-2 is required to complete the calibration procedure. Table 4-2. Calibration Equipment Primary Reference Classifications Minimum Use Specifications Suggested Equipment Readout 20 ppm Fluke Calibration 1560 with a 2560 SPRT Module 0.008 °C at 0 °C 5628 Secondary Standard PRT with R Calibration Secondary Reference Classifications...
  • Page 91 Calibration Temperature Source Calibration To Readout (see “Suggested Equipment” in Table 4-2) Secondary PRT (30 mm) Primary PRT (0 mm) Test Sleeve Insert gzs052.eps Figure 4-2. Test Sleeve Orientation Connect both PRTs to the readout. It is best to make simultaneous measurements of both the primary and secondary PRT when PRT data is measured from the readout.

  • Page 92: As Found Data Collection

    9190A Operators Manual As Found Data Collection If As Found data is not needed, do not perform this procedure and start the Uniformity Alignment 1 Iteration procedure on page 4-9. Collect the data as follows: 1. Set the UUT SETPOINT temperature to 140 °C. Monitor the UUT Stability Status indicator to make sure the temperature is stable.

  • Page 93: Uniformity Alignment 1St Iteration

    Calibration Temperature Source Calibration Table 4-4. As Found Uniformity Results Uniformity Average PRT Number of Average PRT Error °C = Specification Secondary SETPOINT °C Samples Primary °C PRTsec- °C Reading °C PRTprim 140 °C 0.05 °C 100 °C 0.05 °C 25 °C 0.05 °C 0 °C...

  • Page 94: Uniformity Alignment 2Nd Iteration

    9190A Operators Manual 8. Enter the New calibration parameter into the UUT from the front panel: MENU GRAD 1 > SYSTEM MENU > CALIB > CAL POINTS or send the New calibration GRAD 1 parameter to the UUT with these serial commands: SYST:PASS:CEN <password>...
  • Page 95 12. If the magnitude of ERROR is less than 0.012, skip to the next Grad cal temperature. If the magnitude of the error is still greater than 0.012, contact an authorized Fluke Calibration Service Center (see Chapter 1). 13. Repeat the Uniformity Alignment 1...

  • Page 96: Accuracy Alignment

    9190A Operators Manual Accuracy Alignment An Accuracy Alignment is a measurement of the UUT block temperature and then comparing the error between what the primary PRT measures and what the UUT shows. This is done for the three different temperatures specified.

  • Page 97: As Left Accuracy

    Calibration Temperature Source Calibration As Left Accuracy Take primary PRT data at each of the UUT SETPOINT temperatures listed in Table 4-7. Let the UUT stabilize and then soak for 45 minutes for each of the temperatures. Table 4-7. As Left Accuracy Specifications Average 2σ...

  • Page 98: As Left Stability

    9190A Operators Manual As Left Stability Take stability data at the temperatures listed in Table 4-9. Compare the results to the specification. The data can be taken after the accuracy data is taken in As Left Accuracy for each of the temperatures listed in Table 4-9.

  • Page 99: 9190A Input Panel Calibration

    UUT configuration and customer requirement. Terminology If the optional process version (-P model) was purchased, the 9190A has an additional input panel that requires routine calibration. The optional process version (-P model) is also referred to as the Input panel (see –P Option Panel in Chapter 2).

  • Page 100: Calibration Equipment

    9190A Operators Manual Calibration Equipment The equipment in Table 4-11 is required to complete the calibration procedure. Table 4-11. External Reference Calibration Equipment Specifications Classification Minimum Use Specifications Four-Wire Resistors See Table 4-12 Voltage: ± 6 ppm + 0.6 μV Voltage/Current Source Amperage: ±...

  • Page 101: Environmental Conditions

    Calibration 9190A Input Panel Calibration Environmental Conditions Laboratory environmental conditions required to complete this procedure: • Temperature range: 23 °C ±4 °C • Ambient relative humidity: below 60 % Input Panel Calibration Procedure Input Panel Calibration/Tests Notes • The inputs on the Input panel can be calibrated in any order. When a calibration of a input is started, finish the procedure before another input calibration is started.

  • Page 102: Uut Prt 4-Wire Test

    9190A Operators Manual 5. Take resistance measurements from the reference probe input at a 2-second interval. Take a minimum of 40 samples. 6. Connect the 25 Ω resistor. 7. Let readout stabilize for 70 seconds. 8. Take resistance measurements from the reference probe input at a 2-second interval.

  • Page 103: Uut Prt 3-Wire Test

    Calibration 9190A Input Panel Calibration 8. Calculate the error with the formula below where actual is the calibrated resistance value of the standard resistor. Record this result. Error = Average – Actual 9. Compare the error with the spec to determine the status. Record the result.

  • Page 104: Reference Accuracy Alignment

    9190A Operators Manual 4. Set the instrument conversion type for the UUT PRT input to resistance. 5. Let the readout stabilize for 20 seconds. 6. Take resistance measurements from the UUT PRT input at a 2-second interval. Take a minimum of 40 samples.

  • Page 105: Uut Thermocouple Calibration

    Calibration 9190A Input Panel Calibration UUT Thermocouple Calibration Table 4-14 shows the order of the tests to be performed on the UUT thermocouple input. Table 4-14. Thermocouple Input Testing Process Test Name Nominal(s) mV Notes −10, 0, 50, 100 Thermocouple Accuracy Test...

  • Page 106: Thermocouple Reference Junction Accuracy Test

    9190A Operators Manual Thermocouple Reference Junction Accuracy Test The Thermocouple Cold Junction Accuracy Test is used to collect As Found, Alignment, and As Left data. Note The Thermocouple Reference Junction Accuracy Test requires the use of a Type-E thermocouple. This thermocouple must be put in a heat source and controlled at a constant 25 °C throughout the duration of the test.

  • Page 107: Thermocouple Accuracy Alignment

    Calibration 9190A Input Panel Calibration Thermocouple Accuracy Alignment The Thermocouple Accuracy Alignment process calculates new offsets to be programmed into the instrument for the UUT thermocouple input to correct for measured errors at specific points over the voltage range of the input.

  • Page 108: 24 V Source Test

    9190A Operators Manual 9. Take mA measurements from the 4-20 mA input at a 2-second interval. Take a minimum of 40 samples. 10. Set the current source to supply 12 mA. 11. Let the readout stabilize for 20 seconds. 12. Take mA measurements from the UUT mA input at a 2-second interval. Take a minimum of 40 samples.
  • Page 109 Calibration 9190A Input Panel Calibration 1. Locate the results of the 4-20mA Accuracy Tests. 2. Use the calculated errors and the previous (current) offset values and calculate the new offset values for each 4-20mA accuracy parameter with the formulas below:...
  • Page 110 9190A Operators Manual 4-26...

  • Page 111: Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    Chapter 5 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Title Page Introduction ......................5-3 Maintenance ......................5-3 Clean the Product .................... 5-3 Moisture Removal ................... 5-3 Clean the Insert ....................5-3 Change the Fuses ..................... 5-3 User-Replaceable Parts and Accessories ............. 5-5 Troubleshooting ....................5-5...

  • Page 113: Introduction

    4. Clean the insert (see “Clean the Insert”). Note Before you clean or decontaminate the Product with a procedure not recommended by Fluke Calibration, speak with a Service Center associate for more information. Clean the Insert The insert must be removed and cleaned regularly to prevent the buildup of hard-water deposits.
  • Page 114 9190A Operators Manual 4-20 mA Circuit Fuse Product Fuse gzs050.eps Figure 5-1. Change the Product Fuses...

  • Page 115: User-Replaceable Parts And Accessories

    Table 5-1 lists the part numbers of each user-replaceable part or accessory for the Product. Table 5-1. User-Replaceable Parts and Accessories Name Part Number 9190-INSX Insert (X=A, B, C, D, E, or F) Contact Fluke Calibration 6-foot Mains Power Cord Contact Fluke Calibration USB Cable 3724037 Getting Started Manual...
  • Page 116 9190A Operators Manual Table 5-2. Troubleshooting Chart Problem Causes and Solutions The instrument does Cause: Check the fuses. not turn on. Solution: If a fuse blows, it could be because of a power surge or a component failure. Replace the fuse once. DO NOT replace the fuse with one of a higher current rating.
  • Page 117 It is located on the front panel just under the RTD inputs. Cause: Wrong Calibration Parameters. The problem may be that the The Ref, RTD, TC, or mA wrong calibration parameters are loaded into the 9190A. Reading is abnormal or Solution: Check the parameters in the instrument against the parameters noisy.
  • Page 118 9190A Operators Manual To order parts or items please contact your authorized sales representative at: Shelby Jones Co 8800 W Chester Pike, Upper Darby, PA 19082 610-446-6600 or Toll Free 800-346-4620 www.Instrumentation.com...

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