Set Initial Tuning Parameters - MTS Systems Landmark 370 Series Operation

2. Zero the force signal.
Upon initial setup, the force signal meter shows the weight of the grip and associated
hardware.
A. Open the Inputs: Axial Force window by selecting Station Manager >Display >
Station Setup > Channels > Landmark 1 (or other depending on your
configuration) > Force and clicking the Channel Input Signals button.
B. Select the Offset/Zero tab and then click the Auto Offset button to zero the force
meter. Notice that the Manual Offset text box now shows the offset that was
originally shown on the force meter.
3. Reset meter history.
With the force signal zeroed, resetting meter history for specimen installation allows you to
track the maximum forces to which the specimen has been subjected so that you can
determine if the specimen was damaged during installation.
Reset meter history by selecting Station Manager >Display > Meters and clicking the
Reset button.

Set Initial Tuning Parameters

Initial tuning is required to ensure that the system does not go unstable and result in unwanted
movements. For this example hard specimen test, use the following steps:
Landmark™ Test System Operation
Running the Example HCF Test
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