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Tacho/RPM Meter Setup (Wizard)
TACHO/RPM METER SETUP (WIZARD)
DESCRIPTION
The Jackal can display a RPM (Revolutions per minute) Useful for
monitoring fans or shafts.
SENSORS REQUIRED
Sensor pickup 2 or 3 wire
Magnet for use with 2 wire or bolt head if using a proximity
AVAILABLE CONNECTIONS (REFER PAGE 3)
This setup section assumes that physical wiring for the required sensors have been completed. If not please
refer to page 3 on wiring requirements.
SETUP
FRONT SCREEN>SETUP>WIZARD>TACHOMETER
1. Using the NAV KEYS select the current port the sensor input is connected to & press NEXT
2. Press EDIT (to enable the port)
3. Using the EDIT KEY select pulse/rev (Pulse/Revolution)
4. Using the NAV KEYS scroll to MANUAL RATIO 1.000000 & press EDIT
5. Enter the number of magnets or pickup location per revolution.
6. Press EXIT when done
7. Press NEXT
8. Select 1: rpm
9. You can now EDIT the audible alarm points for a Min & Max range to be notified of a problem
10. Select NEXT
11. Create a name for your port if desired by pressing EDIT
12. Use the UP/DOWN/LEFT/RIGHT to change the letters. (Max 3 letters when in 3 up mode)
13. Select EXIT when done
14. Select NEXT
15. Select EXIT to return to the front screen to confirm setup
** Refer to page XX (Front Screen) to edit decimal places or to rename the port
July 2013
a. I.e. If 2 magnets are installed change 1 to 2
Example: 1UP monitoring 1 shaft
more quick guides @ www.farmscanag.com/jackal
Example: 2UP monitoring 2 shafts
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