Mechanical Setup - Omega DFG-RS3 User Manual

Model DFG-RS3 Digital Force/Torque Indicator
off), a message appears, "BATTERY VOLTAGE TOO LOW. POWERING OFF". A 4-tone
audio indicator will sound and the indicator will power off.
The indicator can be configured to automatically power off following a period of inactivity. Refer to the
Other Settings section for details.
If battery replacement is necessary, the battery may be accessed by loosening the two captive screws in
the rear half of the housing and separating the two halves of the housing.
3 SETUP
3.1 Connecting a sensor
Insert the connector into the receptacle in the indicator, as shown in Fig. 3.1 below. When fully inserted,
the connector will lock into place with a "click".
Fig. 3.1
Appropriate orientation of the connector.
To release the connector, press both buttons on either side of the indicator housing to release the sensor,
as shown in Fig. 3.2 below. Pull the connector completely out of the indicator by holding the curved
aluminum section. DO NOT pull on the cable or strain relief.
Fig. 3.2
Press both buttons on either side of the indicator housing to release the connector.
3.2 Mounting to a plate
The DFG-RS3 can be mounted to a plate with four thumb screws fastened into the appropriate holes in
the rear half of the housing. Refer to the Dimensions section for detailed hole information and locations.
3.4 Installing the USB driver
If communicating via USB, install the USB driver provided on the Resource CD.
Caution!
Install the USB driver before physically connecting the indicator to a PC with the USB cable.
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