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OHM-Stat CT-8900 Owner's Manual

Data logging wrist and foot strap combo tester kit
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OWNERS MANUAL
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DATA LOGGING WRIST AND FOOT STRAP COMBO TESTER KIT
magnetic stripe and proximity card reader instructions
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disregard references to data logging, software, and card readers)
Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions
CT-8900
Includes software, calibration data, bar code,
CT-8700 Wrist and Foot Strap Combo Tester Kit,
SOFTWARE VERSION: __________
SERIAL NUMBER:
COMPANY:
MANUAL PRICE: $25.00 US
Ver 7/22/2009/s
For software Ver 9.33 or higher, and Testers manufactured after 3/12/2002
__________
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7/22/2009

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  • Page 1 SOFTWARE VERSION: __________ SERIAL NUMBER: __________ COMPANY: ______________ MANUAL PRICE: $25.00 US Ver 7/22/2009/s For software Ver 9.33 or higher, and Testers manufactured after 3/12/2002 Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Certification Configuration..........................35 Remote Data Base Setup for accessing employee names................35 Remote Data Base Setup for storing resistance test data ................39 Multiple Station Configuration and operation ....................41 Language Display ............................43 Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...
  • Page 3 Automatic Emailed Reports ........................... 54 LogSort Notes ..............................58 TOOLS ...................................... 59 ADVANCED FEATURE SETUP ..................61 NETWORKING THE CT-8900 TESTER ........................... 61 Test Station Computer Setup......................... 63 Server Computer Setup ..........................63 Synchronizing Test Station System Time ...................... 63 EsdTest File Administration ...........................

  • Page 4: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Congratulations on purchasing your new CT-8900 data-logging wrist and foot strap testing kit! This is the finest tester available on the market. The CT8900 combo meter is an instrument that concurrently measures the resistance of a wrist strap and two foot straps within a few second period.

  • Page 5: Features

    - Testing window can be displayed in English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Polish, Hungarian, or Chinese. - Data base can be easily read, edited, imported, and exported by a variety of programs. - Data base (.txt file) is virus and worm proof Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 6: Calibration Verification

    In either case, when using shoes or heel grounders, a record must be kept. If a constant wrist strap monitor is used, the CT-8900 will test it as well, and notify the user if it has failed.

  • Page 7: Iso Training And Certification Of Esd Handling And Control Measures For Operators

    ID when first registering to take the training course. Once registered, the trainee can sign in with just his name and ID number. Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 8: Training Program Sequence Of Events

    If the employee does not pass the course before his/her certification date expires, they will not be allowed to test their straps (if the EsdTest certification window setup has been so configured). To generate a list of expired or soon to expire employee certifications, run the Certification report. Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 9: Testing Of Wrist Straps And Footwear

    On the other hand, open circuit or broken straps can cause high electrical resistant paths that result in static buildup, arcing, and integrated circuit damage. To adapt to ISO-9000 certification the results should be recorded in a computer database or printed to hard copy as specified in EOS 20/20 specification. Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 10: Basic Setup

    Casi-Rusco Reader (CRR- 800CR ) with two plug power supply adapter USB to fully compliant +/-12V RS232 serial adapter Low profile footplate (FP-8755LP) Rechargeable 9V battery – will be continuously recharged by RS232 power. Certification training courses Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 11: Hardware Installation

    HID reader, through the small round hole besides the reader. The female plug is attached to the CT-8900 meter up through the hole of the stand into the front of the meter. Attach the RS-232 loose cable (see Illustration 1 - B) to the front of the CT-8900 meter.

  • Page 12: Meter Adjustments

    Meter Adjustments The CT-8900 can be adjusted to various electrical resistance specifications by opening the meter case and pressing the dipswitches corresponding to the desired test ranges (see chart below). For units manufactured after 3/12/2002, the CT-8900 will alarm according to the EsdTest software set points, unless disconnected from the computer.

  • Page 13: Dip Switch Settings For 100M Unit

    (IEC & CECC default) Figure 1 Dip switch - see table for settings 100M (US default) Wrist High (US default) (IEC & CECC default) 100M A special 1000 megohm unit is also available. See below. Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 14: Dip Switch Settings For 1000M Unit Special Unit

    (For new dual range meter, remove jumpers W4 and W5. Add jumper W2) Foot Low 0 (none) .75M (default) Wrist Low 0 (none) .75M (default) Foot High 100M 250M 350M 500M 750M 1000M (default) Wrist High (default) 100M 250M 350M 500M 750M 1000M Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 15: Door Relay

    (connected to the door mechanism). The relay in the CT-8900 is a single throw, low voltage single pole normally open relay. When the user passes a test, the relay is activated and remains closed for about 3 –...
  • Page 16 Set the “Door open relay delay adjustment trimpot” for the desired door opening time. Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...
  • Page 17 If the building is properly wired, there should normally be no more than a few volts difference. Neither Static Solutions Inc, nor its distributors, accepts any liability for such hazards, as stated in the liability disclaimer. Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 18: Software Installation Guide

    Names.txt, Log.txt, EsdTest.ini, GenReports.txt, and Netlist.txt. If these exist, then you can proceed to uninstall. B - Uninstall old program 8. Close or minimize window explorer. 9. Click the Start icon on the lower left toolbar Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 19: Starting The Program

    This should create a copy of the program icon in the startup folder identical to the one in the start EsdTest menu. To start the program, manually click on the EsdTest icon in the Program Start menu or in the desktop. The program should begin and appear as in the following example: Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 20: Help

    “About” lists the EsdTest program version numberon the window shown at the top of this page. If you have not yet plugged in a card reader (if purchased), then close the program, shut down the computer, and follow the installation instructions below. Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 21: Card Reader Installation Instructions

    USB Mag stripe reader* Barcode-Mag (non RS232)** Keyboard wedge Barcode reader* Barcode-Mag (non RS232)** Keyboard wedge Mag stripe reader* Barcode-Mag (non RS232)** ** NOTE: Also select "Edit Reader Parameters" to choose which characters to use Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 22: Keyboard Wedge And Usb Bar Code Reader Or Magnetic Stripe Reader Installation

    The magnetic stripe reader or bar code reader is now ready to use. Position the reader on TOP of the stand. Position the CT-8900 directly below the reader so as the RS-232 does not protrude. Turn computer on.

  • Page 23: Trouble Shooting If Scanner Does Not Read Correctly

    Make sure the reader has been pre programmed to send a carriage return after a scan Check characters to use configuration. If problems still continue send a sample card to Static Solutions. Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 24: Usb Reader Installation

    Static Solutions Inc for reprogramming. Note that RS232 readers connected to an RS232-USB converter acts like RS232 input readers and not like USB readers, so see the “INSTALLING CASI-RUSCO, HID, AWID RS232 READERS” section below. Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 25: General Rs232 Reader Installation

    A low cost two serial port card is available from any computer store. However, if a USB port is preferred, an optional USB converter with USB to Com port driver may be purchased from Static Solutions. Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 26: Trouble Shooting If The Rs232 Reader Card Does Not Work

    Press the test press switch for at least two seconds. Try rebooting the computer after everything is installed. Open Microsoft Hyperterminal (Start, Programs, Accessories, Communications, Hyperterminal) and see if it can receive the transmitted characters. Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 27: Trouble Shooting If The Card Does Not Work

    If either the card reader configuration or bits to use or bits to skip is incorrect the card will not work. Incorrect comm. ports will not allow the system to work. Check if they are operable and if they are correctly connected. The tester and reader must NOT be on the same ports. Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...
  • Page 28 Press the test press switch for at least two seconds. Try rebooting the computer after everything is installed. Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 29: Program Settings

    PROGRAM SETTINGS Open the EsdTest program Select “Setup” General Configuration Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...
  • Page 30 If it is desired to know which station a test was conducted from, then enter a station ID in the “StationID” box. This parameter can then be added to the remote data base test log. Use an ID such as A01 where A is the facility, and 01 is the station number at that facility. Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 31: Change Administrator Password

    Unknown ID Configuration’ The program will also allow automatic addition of new badges if an unknown badge number is read during testing. This may be enabled in the ‘Unknown ID Configuration’ menu under the ‘Setup’. Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 32: User Information

    Unknown ID message – if none of the above boxes are checked, and if “AAAanyone else ???” does not exist in the names.txt file, then this message is displayed. This message can be changed to any message. User Information Enter the desired user information. Select ‘Setup’ from the main menu and “all user information”. Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...
  • Page 33 When the ‘User Information’ is selected, the first employee will automatically pop up. It can be typed over with the new user's information. This feature allows the default settings to be used repeatedly. Once new user information is typed over Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 34: Directories

    (without the certification data shown), and the employee can then modify this. You can show explicit help instructions for your company's sick/vacation policies by modifying the file named HelpVacation.txt, which can be modified with any word processor. Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 35: Certification Configuration

    EsdTest data base, then without this feature he would not be recognized. What this feature does is: Testing sequence When a person swipes his badge, look up the badge number in the EsdTest Names.txt data base and retrieve the last Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...
  • Page 36 CERTIFICATION_EXPIRATION_DATE (will be holding data like - 10/28/2006) this field is not required It may be best to have all fields be text (char) fields, although the CERTIFICATION_EXPIRATION_DATE field can be a date field. Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...
  • Page 37 SQL write prefix: Insert names by entering something like: INSERT INTO ESD_EMP_BADGE_VW (if using Oracle) Or INSERT INTO ESD_EMP_BADGE_VW (if using SQL2000) Or INSERT INTO ESD_EMP_BADGE (if using an Access table) If deleting names from the data base then Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...
  • Page 38 You can use the BackupNames function in AutoGenerate email, or click on Tools Backup names. Scrubbing will not add employees from the remote data base to the EsdTest, it will only modify (update if already there), or Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 39: Remote Data Base Setup For Storing Resistance Test Data

    LFOOT_STATUS (create as text or char field) optional* RFOOT_STATUS (create as text or char field) optional* WRIST_RESISTANCE (create as text or char field) optional* LFOOT_RESISTANCE (create as text or char field) optional* RFOOT_RESISTANCE (create as text or char field) optional* Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...
  • Page 40 If using the “Import measurements from the remote data base” feature to overwrite the log.txt file with the data from the remote data base, then add the following read prefix strings SQL read prefix: Select the fields from the view by entering something like: SELECT * TRANSFER.FROM ESD_RESULTS (if using Oracle) Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 41: Multiple Station Configuration And Operation

    Hardware Device Manager should be used to check that each com port is functional. Next, a com port testing program (such as two Hyper Terminal windows and a null modem or loop back connector) should be used to determine which com port number Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...
  • Page 42 When more than one station is entered into the Multiple Reader Configuration window, the software will enter the multiple station display mode. There are two display panes. The upper pane shows the present status of each station, and the lower pane shows the accumulated test log results. Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 43: Language Display

     Italian  Chinese  Polish  Hungarian Be sure to also click on the language shown in the box, so that it is displayed in blue, to select it. Then click OK. Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 44: Operation

    If the buzzer emits a sound and there is not an LED display the card or person is not identified by the computer. Check the computer setting and or RS-232 cord. The ESD foot-grounding device may be out of specification for the following reasons: poor skin-tab contact, dirt contamination, broken internal resistor, broken leads, etc. Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 45: Operator Testing Instructions When Using The Computer

    Make sure shoes are not wet. Replace foot strap or check the foot strap internal resistor reading Make sure the footplate lead is plugged all the way into the tester socket “Heel Plate.” Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 46: Example Of Program Waiting For The Test Button To Be Pressed

    Example of program waiting for the test button to be pressed: Example of a good reading: Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 47: Example Of A Low Wrist Reading

    Example of a low wrist reading: Example of a high wrist reading: Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 48: Example Of A Multiple High Readings

    Example of a multiple high readings: Example of a miscommunication reading caused by releasing the test button prematurely: Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 49: Report Generation

    REPORT GENERATION: There are eleven types of employee reports that can be generated from the CT-8900 software: DAILY, MONTHLY, ENTIRE LOG, INDIVIDUAL LOG, INDIVIDUAL ATTENDANCE, EXCEPTIONS, TWICE TESTED EXCEPTIONS, MONTHLY VACATION, CERTIFICATION EXPIRATION, TRAINING, UPDATE (updates or removes employees who are no longer in the remote corporate data base), and AUTOGENERATE EMAIL Each of these reports will interpret information collected from employee testing.

  • Page 50: Entire Log Report

    Below is an example of the daily report, which can show the daily test result for all employees, or a particular workgroup of employees. Individual test log report Below is an example of the individual log, which can show the test results for any or all employees for any day or group of days. Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 51: Exceptions Report

    The report can be formatted by double clicking on the Except.csv report file and then double clicking on the Exceptions.xls formatting file. You can easily modify the company name, headers, language, and statistics. Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 52: Twice Tested Exceptions Report

    Below is an example of the twice tested exceptions report. Since ISO-9000 requires testing before and after meal breaks, this report will list employees who have not tested twice with 12 hours of generating this report. The employees must have tested twice with a three hour or more interval between tests to pass. Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 53: Certification Expiration Report

    Below is an example of the individual attendance report, which will display the yearly attendance record for any individual. Monthly Vacation (Attendance) report Below is an example of the monthly vacation report, which will generate an attendance report for all employees, a work group of employees, or an individual employee. Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 54: Automatic Emailed Reports

    Automatic Emailed Reports A unique feature of the CT-8900 meter allows users to enable the automatic generation of a report to be sent directly to a supervisor. This requires a MAPI compliant email program such as Microsoft Outlook Express or Microsoft Outlook (without the email security update).
  • Page 55 BackupNames will backup the names.txt data file through seven rotations, so call this once per day for a complete weekly backup. It will backup the names data file names.txt. It should be called once each day, It will: delete NamesBakRot7.txt, rename NamesBakRot6.txt to NamesBakRot7.txt, rename NamesBakRot5.txt to NamesBakRot6.txt, …. rename NamesBakRot1.txt to Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...
  • Page 56 The alternative is to switch to either Outlook Express (which is not fully compliant with Microsoft Exchange) or Outlook 2000 without the email security update. Troubleshooting: If you do not receive a report please: Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...
  • Page 57 /Y /C xcopy namesW2.txt namesW3.txt /Y /C xcopy namesW1.txt namesW2.txt /Y /C xcopy names.txt namesW1.txt /Y /C and insert the following line into the AutoGenerate Task scheduler: Fr 06:05 M2Task Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 58: Logsort Notes

    Note that at least one of these must be checked or the default will be the message body with the ,csv file attached. “A program is automatically trying to send email on your behalf.” For Microsoft Outlook Email security issues see Microsoft Knowledge Base Article - 263297 http://support.microsoft.com/kb/263297#PF Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 59: Tools

    To reset the sick/vacation attendance data, select the Reset vacation/sick time menu item in the tools menu. The attendance data must be reset annually every January 1st, otherwise the report generation will use the previous years data stored in the names.txt file. Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...
  • Page 60 (set in the General configuration window) has been set and exceeded. Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 61: Advanced Feature Setup

    Joe first passed the test and then failed the test, so he will show up on all the reports as failing. C.) At each test station, click Setup, Directories, and make sure all the entry boxes are blank. This will ensure that the test station uses local data files. Operation Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...
  • Page 62 Run the GetNames and SendNames function from the server Auto Email window, or manually click the Tools “Add new names entered from Test Stations”, “Sort names alphabetically”, “Send names to test stations”. Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 63: Test Station Computer Setup

    To maintain the most accurate test results, it is imperative that all networked computer have the same time set. Edit the Synch.bat file in the \EsdTest directory (if the Synch.bat file does not exist, rename the example SynchNet.bat file to Synch.bat. Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 64: Esdtest File Administration

    To access the master file from a remote manager’s computer, set up the “Setup Directories Window” to point to the server data directory. Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 65: Interfacing With Other Data Bases

    Field 11 – Start date, Field 12 – Stop date, Field 13 – Certification type, Field 14 – Certification expiration, Field 15 – string of 365 attendance characters. See the example file - HowToGenerateNamesFile.xls Export this data as a .csv file and then rename it back to Names.txt. Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 66: Importing Files To Microsoft Access

    Field 12 – Stop date, Field 13 – Certification type, Field 14 – Certification expiration, Field 15 – string of 365 attendance characters. For additional information see the help files in Microsoft Access. Reading the Employee Names Directly From the Company Data base See the section above on Remote Data Base Setup Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 67: Specifications

    Environment: 32 F to 100 F (0 C to 38 C); 15% to 95% RH. Stand: Powder coated industrial grade steel. Color: Black Footplate: heavy-duty board with plastic laminate and two stainless steel plates Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 68: Maintenance And Calibration

    For the 100M meter use 1M - 90M 1% resistors. For the 1000M meter use 10M – 800M resistors. The results are displayed in the regular EsdTest program strap test window. Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 69: Troubleshooting And Frequently Asked Questions (Faq)

    Therefore you need 168 megabytes or fewer than 2 Gigs hard drive capacity. If the file is reset each month a smaller hard drive will be required. What can be done if the readings for the foot wear are low? Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...
  • Page 70 Check the footplate wire. Insert the wire completely into the meter. Workers wearing leather shoes that are wet will produce low readings. How far can the computer/monitor be located away from the CT-8900? Probably 50 feet with a normal RS-232 cable and up to 200 feet with special low capacitance cable and up to a mile with a RS-485 converter.
  • Page 71 Can we test constant monitor wrist straps to see if they actually drain a charge from your body? Yes you can. Merely insert the 3.5 mm plug into the 3.5 mm jack and press the test button. Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...
  • Page 72 Does the Exception Report get updated automatically after each test? No. The exception report does not get updated after each test, it needs to be run either: Manually from the Reports, Exception menu or Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...
  • Page 73 The two should be identical. If not, then either the card is bad, the reader is bad, or the two readers are not programmed the same. If the card reads the same at each station with Microsoft Word, then also check whether our software is set to interpret the reader the same way at each station: Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...
  • Page 74 Setuppad.exe. Or look and see if MsSetupPad.exe is included on our installation disk, and click on it. If your c:\windows\fm20.dll file is older than 1/11/1999, then go to http://office.microsoft.com/downloads/9798/fm2paste.aspx and install the update. Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...
  • Page 75 More troubleshooting tips are available through Static Solutions’ customer service Meter Department. Special systems can be ordered from Static Solutions, which will open doors, print labels, or have an upper limit of 1000 megohms. Static Solutions CT-8900 Combo Tester Instructions 7/22/2009...

  • Page 76: Warantee And License Agreements

    LIMITED WARANTEE: Static Solutions warrants for a period of one year from the date of purchase the CT-8900 will be free of defect in material. Within the warranty period the meters will be replaced free of charge. Any meters returned shall be shipped prepaid to Static Solutions along with a return authorization number and proof of purchase.

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