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START UP GUIDE
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  • Page 1 ADI40 series START UP GUIDE Revision 1.01 January 2016...
  • Page 2 – do not attempt to open the instrument, refer service to the manufacturer or his appointed agent. Note: Newtons4th Ltd. shall not be liable for any consequential damages, losses, costs or expenses arising from the use or misuse of this product...
  • Page 3 Analogue<>Digital Interface User Manual DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Manufacturer: Newtons4th Ltd. Address: 1 Bede Island Road Leicester LE2 7EA We declare that the product: Description: Analogue<>Digital Interface Product name: ADI40 Conforms to the requirements of Council Directives: 2014/30/EU relating to electromagnetic compatibility:...
  • Page 4 In the event of any problem with the instrument outside of the guarantee period, Newtons4th Ltd. offers a full repair re-calibration service –...
  • Page 5 A detailed description of the PPA45/55 Power Analyser may be found in the appropriate user manual. Revision 1.01 This manual is copyright © 2015 Newtons4th Ltd. and all rights are reserved. No part may be copied or reproduced in any form without prior written consent.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Analogue<>Digital Interface User Manual CONTENTS ADI40 – an overview .......... 1-1 Getting started ..........2-1 Unpacking .............. 2-1 Initial setup ............2-1 Using the ADI40..........3-1 Basic Operation ............3-1 Example Application Overview ........3-2 Initial Setup ............3-3 Making Measurements ..........3-3 Mapping Data to the Outputs ........
  • Page 7 Analogue<>Digital Interface User Manual APPENDICES Appendix A Accessories Appendix B ADI40 variant information Appendix C Contact details...

  • Page 8: Adi40 - An Overview

    +/-20mV. The correct compensation can be applied for both type J and K. An internal temperature sensor provides cold junction compensation to within +/-0.4degC. Model variants with more than 12 thermocouple channels are available upon request, please contact customer services at Newtons4th Ltd.

  • Page 9: Getting Started

    PPA45/55 Precision Power Analyser from Newtons4th Ltd. The ADI40 calibration can be performed with any PPA45/55 and can then be used with any other unit without recalibration – see the later chapter on calibration.
  • Page 10 If the led’s do not flash, then check that the extension port cable has not been damaged and has been correctly fitted between the instrument and the ADI40. In the event of any problem with this procedure, please contact customer services at Newtons4th Ltd. or your local authorised representative: contact...

  • Page 11: Using The Adi40

    Analogue<>Digital Interface User Manual 3 Using the ADI40 Basic Operation Continuous measurements are made by the ADI40 inputs whenever it is connected to a PPA45/55 with the correct AUX menu setup. Measurement data can be accessed in the following ways: - Using the ANALOG,channel? command to monitor the inputs in CommView2 - Assigning inputs to MULTIL,1-60 and reading back...

  • Page 12: Example Application Overview

    Analogue<>Digital Interface User Manual When not in use, it is recommended that short linking wires be screwed between each + and – thermocouple terminal pair. This eliminates noise pickup and allows the internal temperature of the ADI40 to be monitored. Example Application Overview This example will demonstrate how the ADI40 can be used to monitor the performance of a desktop PC.

  • Page 13: Initial Setup

    Analogue<>Digital Interface User Manual Initial Setup First, confirm that all sensor wires and thermocouples are of sufficient length to reach the DUT comfortably. If possible, avoid running thermocouples close to very noisy electrical equipment. Unplug the terminal blocks to be used and secure sensors and thermocouples to their respective terminals, using a 2mm flathead screwdriver.

  • Page 14: Mapping Data To The Outputs

    Analogue<>Digital Interface User Manual If the measurements confirm that the ADI40 has been connected correctly, the inputs can next be assigned to Multilog channels with the MULTIL command. The MULTIL command is used to assign up to 60 data values or parameters to be read back in a single multi string reply.
  • Page 15 Providing the ADI40 is correctly setup, the outputs selected will begin to map their assigned Multilog channel. The MULTIL? and ANALOG? commands can still be used after mapping inputs to outputs, without issue. N4L Software is available as a free download from our website www.newtons4th.com (support section).

  • Page 16: Communications Commands

    Analogue<>Digital Interface User Manual 4 Communications Commands ANALOG ANALOG Function: Interface with ADI40 Description: Write to individual ADI40 outputs Format: ANALOG,channel,value Arguments: Channel: 1-20 Value: -10.00 to +10.00 Reply: None Example: ANALOG,5,-3.14 Notes: Up to 9 outputs can be written to with one CommView transfer, by separating each instance with a “;”.
  • Page 17 Analogue<>Digital Interface User Manual ANALOG? ANALOG? Function: Interface with ADI40 Description: Read from individual ADI40 inputs Format: ANALOG,channel? Arguments: Channel: 1-20 Reply: ASCII characters in scientific format: 1 - 16 in Volts 17- 20 in ˚C Example: ANALOG,12? Notes: Up to 9 inputs can be read back at once with this command by separating each instance with a “;”.
  • Page 18 Analogue<>Digital Interface User Manual MULTIL MULTIL Function: Selects data for multi string reply Description: Selects data values across phases and functions that can be read in a single string. Format: MULTILOG,index,type,function Arguments: index: clear all 1-60 select data 1-20 type: phase 1-3 neutral adi40...
  • Page 19 Analogue<>Digital Interface User Manual MULTIL? MULTIL? Function: Reads multi string reply Description: Waits for data to be available then returns selected results. Format: MULTILOG? MULTILOG,lines? Arguments: Lines: Integer Reply: Up to 60 data values as selected by the MULTILOG command in a single reply string Up to 60 data values as selected by the MULTILOG command in a single reply...
  • Page 20 Analogue<>Digital Interface User Manual ADIMAP ADIMAP Function: Map multilog parameters to outputs Description: Applies offset and scaling to a multilog value and maps value to chosen ADI output Format: ADIMAP,output,multilog,offset,scale Arguments: output: 1-20 multilog: 1-64 offset: Float scale: Float Reply: None Example: MULTIL,0...

  • Page 21: Compensation

    Analogue<>Digital Interface User Manual 5 Compensation Thermocouples The thermocouple inputs can be zeroed to remove small variations in measurements between channels. The following sequence is carried out during the production stage, but the user may wish to perform it again. To check the thermocouple inputs for drift;...

  • Page 22: Standard Input Calibration

    If this process does not remove the offset or makes it worse, check thermocouples for damage or bad contact. In the event of any problem with this procedure, please contact customer services at Newtons4th Ltd. or your local authorised representative:...

  • Page 23: Input Calibration Procedure

    Analogue<>Digital Interface User Manual For further information about calibrating the ADI40 please contact customer services at Newtons4th Ltd. or your local authorised representative: contact addresses telephone numbers are given in the appendix at the back of this manual. Input Calibration Procedure 1.
  • Page 24 9. Verify input calibration was successful by using CommView2 and the reference voltage. In the event of any problem with this procedure, please contact customer services at Newtons4th Ltd. or your local authorised representative: contact...

  • Page 25: Specification

    Analogue<>Digital Interface User Manual 6 Specification All specifications are quoted for the ADI40 only. System Standard Inputs Basic Accuracy 0.1% Full Scale Voltage Range Bipolar +/- 10V Maximum Input Voltage +/- 30V Maximum Common Mode - 1V ~ +14V Voltage Thermocouple Inputs Voltage Range Bipolar +/- 20mV...
  • Page 26 Analogue<>Digital Interface User Manual General Operating Conditions 23˚C ± 5˚C Ambient Temperature (or air intake temperature when rack mounted), 20-90% Non- Condensing Relative Humidity. Temperature coefficient ±0.01% per ˚C of reading at 5-18˚C and 28-40˚C Connectors 40 x 3.5mm screw terminal Power Requirements universal input 90-265V rms, 47-63Hz...
  • Page 27 Analogue<>Digital Interface User Manual Appendix A – Accessories Calibration kit The ADI40 is calibrated with a voltage reference unit and a PP45/55A Power Analyser. Calibration values are stored in the non-volatile FLASH memory of the instrument. The calibration unit includes the necessary calibration cable assembly.
  • Page 28 Analogue<>Digital Interface User Manual 19” rack mounting kit The ADI40 can be integrated into 19” rack systems using a 2U custom rack mounting kit. The kit consists of one front panel, two universal brackets and eight black M3 x 10mm pan head bolts. Part numbers 515-253 ADI40 19”...
  • Page 29 Analogue<>Digital Interface User Manual Appendix B – ADI40 variant information There are currently 3 ADI40 variants available: the standard 4 thermocouples, 8 thermocouples and 12 thermocouples. If you do not have the standard unit, there will be an additional model overlay located under the power switch on the rear of the unit.
  • Page 30 Fax: (0116) 230 1061 international +44 116 230 1061 E-mail address: sales@newtons4th.com office@newtons4th.com Web site: www.newtons4th.com At Newtons4th Ltd. we have a policy of continuous product improvement and are always keen to hear comments, whether favourable or unfavourable, from users of our products...

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