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- Page 1 Metrology Temperature Block series Beamex MB140, MB155, MB425, MB700 ® User Guide MBTB____tgeng0000...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Before You Start ...............1 1.1 Introduction ....................1 1.2 Symbols Used ................... 1 1.3 Safety Information ..................2 1.3.1 Warnings ......................2 1.3.2 Cautions ......................4 1.4 CE Comments ................... 5 1.4.1 EMC Directive ....................5 1.4.2 Immunity Testing .....................5 1.4.3 Emission Testing ....................6 1.4.4 Low Voltage Directive (Safety) ................6 1.5 Authorized Service Centers .............. - Page 4 MBXXXSeriesMetrologyTemperatureBlock Controller operation...............23 5.1 Main Screen .................... 23 5.2 Main Menu ....................25 5.2.1 Temp Menu ....................25 5.2.1.1 Set ........................26 5.2.1.2 Preset ........................27 5.2.1.3 Setup ........................28 5.2.1.4 Cutout ........................28 5.2.2 Ref Menu (-R instruments only) ..............30 5.2.2.1 Select ........................30 5.2.2.2 Setup ........................31 5.2.2.3 Test ........................
- Page 5 Figures Figure 1 Probe connector wiring..............15 Figure 2 Metrology Temperature Block back panel view ......... 17 Figure 3 Metrology Temperature Block front panel view ......... 19 Figure 4 Metrology Temperature Block insert options. ........22 Figure 5 Main screen display................23 Figure 6 MAIN MENU ..................25 Figure 7 TEMPERATURE MENU ................25 Figure 8 CONTROL SETPOINT menu ..............26 Figure 9 SELECT POINT menu ................ 27 Figure 10 PRESETS SETUP menu ................28 Figure 11 CUTOUT SETTINGS menu .............. 28 Figure 12 REFERENCE MENU ................. 30 Figure 13 PROBE SELECT menu ..............30 Figure 14 SETUP PROBE menu .
- Page 6 MBXXXSeriesMetrologyTemperatureBlock Tables Table 1 Symbols ....................1 Table 2 Metrology Temperature Block Specifications ........7 Table 3 Built-in Readout Specifications ............. 8 Table 4 Matching Certificate Values to MBXXX ITS-90 Coefficients ....32 Table 5 Setting Coefficients Rtpw, a8, b8, a4, and b4 ........32 Table 6 Commands by function or group ............59...
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Page 7: Before You Start
1 Before You Start 1.1 Introduction Beamex Metrology Temperature Blocks (MB140, MB155, MB425, and MB700) are designed to be stable heat sources that can be used in a laboratory or field environ- ment. With a calibrated display and an optional built-in reference thermometer input (designated with “-R”), Metrology Temperature Blocks may also be used as a refer-... -
Page 8: Safety Information
MBXXXSeriesMetrologyTemperatureBlock SafetyInformation Symbol Description Symbol Description Electric Shock C-TICK Australian EMC mark The European Waste Electrical Fuse and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive (2002/96/EC) mark. OVERVOLTAGE (Installation) CATEGORY II, Pollution Degree 2 per IEC1010-1 refers to the level of Impulse Withstand Voltage protection provided. - Page 9 BeforeYouStart SafetyInformation the product is wet or has been in a wet environment, take necessary measures to re- move moisture prior to applying power such as storage in a low humidity temperature chamber operating at 50°C for 4 hours or more. DO NOT use this instrument for any application other than calibration work.
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Page 10: Cautions
MBXXXSeriesMetrologyTemperatureBlock SafetyInformation DO NOT turn off the instrument at temperatures higher than 100°C. This could create a hazardous situation. Select a set-point less than 100°C and allow the instrument to cool before turning it off. The high temperatures present in Metrology Temperature Blocks designed for opera- tion at 300°C and higher may result in fires and severe burns if safety precautions are not observed. -
Page 11: Ce Comments
1.4 CE Comments 1.4.1 EMC Directive Beamex’s equipment has been tested to meet the European Electromagnetic Compat- ibility Directive (EMC Directive, 89/336/EEC). The Declaration of Conformity for your instrument lists the specific standards to which the instrument was tested. This instrument was designed specifically as a test and measurement device. Compli- ance to the EMC directive is through IEC 61326-1 Electrical equipment for measure- ment, control and laboratory use - EMC (1998). -
Page 12: Emission Testing
1.4.4 Low Voltage Directive (Safety) In order to comply with the European Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC), Beamex’s equipment has been designed to meet the IEC 1010-1 (EN 61010-1) and the IEC 1010-2-010 (EN 61010-2-010) standards. 1.5 Authorized Service Centers... -
Page 13: Specifications And Environmental Conditions
SpecificationsandEnvironmentalConditions Specifications 2 Specifications and Environmental Conditions 2.1 Specifications Table 2 Metrology Temperature Block Specifications Specification MB140 MB155 MB425 MB700 Range –45°C to 140°C –30°C to 155°C 35°C to 425°C 50°C to 700°C (–49°F to 284°F) (–22°F to 311°F) (95°F to 797°F) (122°F to 1292°F) -
Page 14: Environmental Conditions
MBXXXSeriesMetrologyTemperatureBlock EnvironmentalConditions Specification MB140 MB155 MB425 MB700 Power 115 V (±10%), 50/60 Hz, 550 W 115 V (±10%), 50/60 Hz, 1025 W 230 V (±10%), 50/60 Hz, 550 W 230 V (±10%), 50/60 Hz, 1025 W System Fuse 115 V: 6.3 A 250 V... - Page 15 SpecificationsandEnvironmentalConditions EnvironmentalConditions pressure: 75kPa-106kPa ● ● mains voltage: within ±10% of nominal ● ● vibrations in the calibration environment should be minimized ● ● altitude: less than 2,000 meters ● ● indoor use only ● ●...
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Page 17: Quick Start
Unpack the instrument carefully and inspect it for any damage that may have occurred during shipment. If there is shipping damage, notify the carrier immediately. Verify that the following components are present: MB140 MB140 Metrology Temperature Block ● ● Insert: MB140-MH2, MB140-MH1, or MB140-B ● ● Power Cord ● ● RS-232 Cable ●... -
Page 18: Setup
Inserts of various sizes are available from Beamex. The block must be clear of any foreign objects, dirt and grit before the insert is installed. The insert is installed with the two small tong holes positioned upward. -
Page 19: System Setup
Quickstart Display 3.3 System Setup Before using the instrument, the parameters in this section need to be setup (Main Menu: SYSTEM|SETUP MENU). 3.4 Display Language English, French, and Chinese are the only languages supported by the instrument. Select the preferred language using the right/left arrow keys and press “ENTER” to accept the selection. -
Page 20: Setting The Temperature
MBXXXSeriesMetrologyTemperatureBlock SettingtheTemperature Stability Alarm (STAB ALARM) The audible alarm described in “Stability Limit” is turned on or off using this param- eter. Select either “On” or “Off” using the right/left arrow keys and press “ENTER” to accept the selection. 3.5 Setting the Temperature The users guide explains in detail how to set the temperature set-point of the tempera- ture block using the front panel keys. -
Page 21: Probe Connection
Quickstart ReferenceProbe(-Rmodelsonly) 3.6.1 Probe Connection A PRT is the only type of probe that is supported by the reference thermometer input. The PRT (RTD or SPRT) probe connects to the reference thermometer input using a 6-pin LEMO connector. Figure 1 shows how a four-wire probe is wired to the six-pin LEMO connector. -
Page 22: Measure Temperature
To make temperature measurements using your probe, the following parameters must be set up: 1. From the main screen, press the “MENU” button. Access the reference probe select menu (REF MENU|SELECT). Select “Probe 1” using the right or left arrow button. Press “ENTER” to accept the probe to be used. 2. To enable “Probe 1,” use the 4 or 5 button to turn the reference probe “On.” Press “ENTER” to accept the selection. 3. Press the “Setup” soft key (Main Menu: REF MENU|SETUP). In the reference probe setup menu, select “Probe 1” and press “ENTER”. 4. Select the calibration type for the probe (ITS-90 or CVD) using the 4 or 5 keys. Press “ENTER” to accept the calibration type. 5. Use the numeric keys to enter the serial number and calibration coefficients of the probe. Press “ENTER” after each parameter is entered to accept the new parameter value. Calibration coefficients can be found on a report of calibration that was shipped with your probe. If no coefficients can be found, contact the manufacturer or vendor of the probe for assistance. If the probe is out of calibration, Beamex offers calibration services. Contact an Authorized Service Center for assistance on obtaining a calibration for the probe. 6. After the reference probe has been enabled, the focus of the temperature display can be set. The focus is disabled if the reference probe is disabled. From the reference menu, press the “Focus” soft key (Main Menu: REF MENU|FOCUS). Use the 4 or 5 key to select reference focus. Press “ENTER” to accept the selection. The largest temperature on the display will now be the reference temperature. -
Page 23: Parts And Controls
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS Before opening disconnect mains. Vor Öffnen des Gehäuses Netzstecker ziehen. Avant d’ouvrir l’appereil retirez la fichemâle. www.beamex.com Figure 2 Metrology Temperature Block back panel view Power Cord Plug (1) The power supply cord attaches to the back panel. Plug the cord into an AC mains sup-... -
Page 24: Front Panel
MBXXXSeriesMetrologyTemperatureBlock Frontpanel Power Switch (2) The power switch is located on the power entry module of the unit at the bottom left of the back panel. Serial Connector (3) The serial connector is a 9-pin subminiature D type located on the back panel. The serial (RS-232) interface can be used to transmit measurements and control the opera- tion of the Metrology Temperature Block. -
Page 25: Figure 3 Metrology Temperature Block Front Panel View
Parts and controls Front panel METROLOGY TEMPERATURE BLOCK MB700 50 °C to 700 °C DISPLAY SOFT KEYS °C/°F NUMERIC KEYS MENU REFERENCE THERMOMETER EXIT ENTER CONNECTION WARNING BLOCK TEMPERATURE INDICATOR ENTER MENU EXIT °C/°F ARROW KEYS Figure 3 Metrology Temperature Block front panel view... -
Page 26: Front Panel Display
MBXXXSeriesMetrologyTemperatureBlock FrontPanelDisplay 4.3 Front Panel Display The front panel display is shown in detail in Figure 3, on previous page and its fea- tures are described below. Control Focus The most recent block temperature measurement is shown in large digits in the box at the top of the screen. - Page 27 Partsandcontrols FrontPanelButtons Numeric Keys (3) The ten number keys, the decimal point, and +/– keys are used to enter numeric data. ENTER (6) The “ENTER” key is used to enter a new parameter value or option or as a shortcut key to the set-point menu while viewing the main screen.
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Page 28: Accessories
Remember, “ENTER” must always be pressed to save a new value or option selected. 4.5 Accessories MB140-MH2, MB140, metric, miscellaneous holes ● ● MB140-MH1, MB140, metric, 0.25 inch reference, miscellaneous holes ● ● MB140-B, Insert, Blank, MB140 ● ●... -
Page 29: Controller Operation
Controlleroperation MainScreen 5 Controller operation This chapter discusses in detail how to operate the Metrology Temperature Block temperature controller or reference thermometer using the front control panel. Using the front panel keys and liquid crystal display (LCD) the user may monitor the block temperature, set the temperature set-point in °C or °F, monitor the heater output power, set the cutout set-point, set the operating parameters, and configure the communication interface. - Page 30 MBXXXSeriesMetrologyTemperatureBlock MainScreen HEATING, COOLING, CUTOUT This shows the status of heating or cooling or the cutout when activated. The gauge below indicates the relative heating or cooling power. CONTROL - SETP (Set-point) This is the current set-point. CONTROL - CUT (Cutout) This is the current cutout set-point.
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Page 31: Main Menu
Controlleroperation MainMenu 5.2 Main Menu Figure 6 MAIN MENU The main menu allows access to all main submenus which allow the user to setup the instrument as desired and to change system parameters as needed. 5.2.1 Temp Menu TEMPERATURE MENU Figure 7 The Temp Menu (TEMPERATURE MENU) contains all Metrology Temperature Block functions related to temperature setup. -
Page 32: Set
MBXXXSeriesMetrologyTemperatureBlock MainMenu 5.2.1.1 CONTROL SETPOINT menu Figure 8 The Set (CONTROL SETPOINT) menu allows the user to change the set-point, en- able or disable active heating or cooling, and specify the heating or cooling rate of the instrument. This menu window may be accessed quickly by pressing “ ENTER” from the main screen. -
Page 33: Preset
Controlleroperation MainMenu The scan rate can be set from 0.1 to 500 °C/min (0.2 to 900 °F/min). However, the maximum scan rate is limited by the natural heating or cooling rate of the instrument, which is often less than 100 °C/min, especially when cooling. The scan rate can be adjusted using the numeric keys. -
Page 34: Setup
MBXXXSeriesMetrologyTemperatureBlock MainMenu 5.2.1.3 Setup PRESETS SETUP menu Figure 10 The Setup (PRESETS SETUP) menu allows the user to set up all eight preset set- points stored in the controller. Setpoints can be quickly selected using the Preset func- tion. Use the Up/Down arrows to scroll through the set-points. The number keys can be used to enter the desired set-point value. - Page 35 Controlleroperation MainMenu the operator from the front panel of the controller. As a protection against software or hardware fault or user error, the temperature block is equipped with the adjustable cutout device that shuts off power to the heat source if the block temperature exceeds a set value.
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Page 36: Ref Menu (-R Instruments Only)
MBXXXSeriesMetrologyTemperatureBlock MainMenu 5.2.2 Ref Menu (-R instruments only) Figure 12 REFERENCE MENU The Ref Menu (REFERENCE MENU) allows all parameters related to the reference thermometer function of the instrument to be accessed. The parameters found in this menu affect the performance, accuracy, and display type of thermometers used. 5.2.2.1 Select Figure 13 PROBE SELECT menu... -
Page 37: Setup
The probe serial number and coefficients can be found on the calibration certificate that was shipped with the probe. If the probe requires calibration, contact an Autho- rized Service Center to inquire about calibration services offered by Beamex. While editing the reference probe serial number, there are two soft keys, BACK and DONE. -
Page 38: Table 4 Matching Certificate Values To Mbxxx Its-90 Coefficients
MBXXXSeriesMetrologyTemperatureBlock MainMenu TYPE (ITS-90) The TYPE parameter can be ITS-90 or Callendar Van-Dusen. The ITS-90 option is for PRTs calibrated and characterized using the International Temperature Scale of 1990 (ITS-90) equations. Subranges 4, and 7 through 11 are supported. The parameters that appear when ITS-90 is selected are “Serial”... - Page 39 Controlleroperation MainMenu TYPE (CVD) The CVD (Callendar-Van Dusen) conversion is for RTD probes that use the Callendar- Van Dusen equation: α − δ − ≥ 100 100 ...
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Page 40: Test
MBXXXSeriesMetrologyTemperatureBlock MainMenu 5.2.2.3 Test Figure 15 PROBE TEST menu The Test (PROBE TEST) menu is used to test the parameters for a given probe. To test the parameters of the selected probe, input a test resistance and read the calculated temperature for that resistance. -
Page 41: Focus (-R Instruments Only)
Controlleroperation MainMenu 5.2.2.4 Focus (-R instruments only) Figure 16 FOCUS SELECT menu NOTE: The Focus (FOCUS SELECT) menu is only active if the reference thermometer option is installed and the reference thermometer function enabled. This menu determines which temperature, control or reference thermometer, is dis- played as the largest text on the screen. -
Page 42: Prog Menu
MBXXXSeriesMetrologyTemperatureBlock MainMenu 5.2.3 Prog Menu Figure 17 PROGRAM MENU The Prog Menu (PROGRAM MENU) allows the user to access the ramp and soak feature. This feature automatically cycles the Metrology Temperature Block between temperatures while holding at each temperature for the length of time set by the user. 5.2.3.1 Select Figure 18 PROGRAM SELECT menu... -
Page 43: Setup
Controlleroperation MainMenu 5.2.3.2 Setup Figure 19 PROGRAM SETUP menu The Setup (PROGRAM SETUP) menu allows specific settings to be set up and stored for each program (1-4). If desired, each program can have unique settings. PROGRAM The PROGRAM parameter is used to set up a program. Select the proper program number and press “ENTER”. -
Page 44: Run
MBXXXSeriesMetrologyTemperatureBlock MainMenu POINTS The POINTS parameter is the number of set-points defined for a given program. The number of set-points for each program can be set from 1 to 8 and vary depending on the needs of the user. Set the maximum number of set-points needed for the program selected. -
Page 45: System Menu
Controlleroperation MainMenu To stop a program, use the right or left arrow keys to select “Stop” and press “EN- TER”. The program stops until the user continues or restarts the program. To continue a previously stopped program, use the right or left arrow keys to select “Cont”... -
Page 46: Setup Menu
MBXXXSeriesMetrologyTemperatureBlock MainMenu 5.2.4.1 Setup menu Figure 22 SETUP MENU The SETUP MENU contains submenus that insure the proper operation of the instru- ment. System settings should only be adjusted by qualified and trained personnel. 5.2.4.1.1 Disp Figure 23 DISPLAY SETTINGS menu The Disp (DISPLAY SETTINGS) menu allows the user to change the display lan- guage and decimal separator. -
Page 47: Figure 24 Measurement Settings Menu
Controlleroperation MainMenu preferred language and press “ENTER” to accept the selection. The user needs to exit from the DISP menu window in order for the change in language selection to take affect. NOTE: If the wrong language is selected, return to the Main Screen by holding EXIT for a few seconds. -
Page 48: Figure 25 Operation Settings Menu
MBXXXSeriesMetrologyTemperatureBlock MainMenu within the stability limit, the stability parameter on the main screen remains high- lighted once the instrument is within the given specification, otherwise the parameter is not be highlighted. The audible, if enabled, alerts the user once per set-point when the instrument achieves the set stability limit. -
Page 49: Figure 26 Communication Setup Menu
Controlleroperation MainMenu NOTE: The Low setting is quieter, but decreases scan rate, reduces low temperature performance and may prevent the instrument from fully meeting all specifications. The Medium setting falls in the middle of Auto and Low. The Medium setting does not allow the fan to operate at its fast speed, but does allow it to operate at slower speed when applicable. -
Page 50: Cal Menu
MBXXXSeriesMetrologyTemperatureBlock MainMenu default setting is on. The line feed parameter can be turned on or off as needed by the user. ECHO The ECHO parameter mode may be set to “On” or “Off”. With echo “On”, any com- mands received by the thermometer via the serial interface are immediately echoed or transmitted back to the device of origin. -
Page 51: Figure 28 Setup Controller Menu
Controlleroperation MainMenu CAUTION: Calibration parameters must be correct for the instrument to function properly. The Cal Menu (CALIBRATION MENU) is used to access controller parameters and the reference thermometer calibration parameters. Access to the controller and reference thermometer calibration parameters is protected by a password. Calibration parameters are programmed at the factory when the instrument is calibrated. -
Page 52: Figure 29 Sensor Settings Menu
MBXXXSeriesMetrologyTemperatureBlock MainMenu TEMP INT The TEMP INT parameter is the main zone integral, which is the integration time in seconds that the instrument’s PID controller uses for main zone control. TEMP DER The TEMP DER parameter is the main zone derivative, which is the derivative time in seconds that the instrument’s PID controller uses for main zone control. - Page 53 Controlleroperation MainMenu TEMP 1 The TEMP 1 parameter is the offset in °C for the display accuracy at the 1st calibra- tion point. TEMP 2 The TEMP 2 parameter is the offset in °C for the display accuracy at the 2nd calibra- tion point.
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Page 54: Figure 30 Cutout Calibration Menu
MBXXXSeriesMetrologyTemperatureBlock MainMenu 5.2.4.2.3 Figure 30 CUTOUT CALIBRATION menu The Cut (CUTOUT CALIBRATION) menu is for specifying the soft cutout limit and whether or not the soft cutout is “On” or “Off”. CUTOUT LIMIT The CUTOUT LIMIT parameter is the cutout temperature in °C. SOFT CUTOUT The SOFT CUTOUT parameter determines if the Metrology Temperature Block uses the soft cutout or the hard cutout. -
Page 55: Figure 31 Reference Calibration Menu
Controlleroperation MainMenu 5.2.4.2.4 Figure 31 REFERENCE CALIBRATION menu The Ref (REFERENCE CALIBRATION) menu contains the calibration parameters for the reference thermometer. REF 1 The REF 1 parameter is the first calibration point for the reference resistance. REF 2 The REF 2 parameter is the second calibration point for the reference resistance. REF 3 The REF 3 parameter is the third calibration point for the reference resistance. -
Page 56: Pass
MBXXXSeriesMetrologyTemperatureBlock MainMenu 5.2.4.3 Pass Figure 32 PASSWORD SETUP The Pass (PASSWORD SETUP) menu is used to set the system password or enable or disable protection of certain groups of system parameters. If a user enters the wrong password, a message will display on the screen that indi- cates the wrong password has been entered. -
Page 57: Info (View Only)
Controlleroperation MainMenu REF PROT The REF PROT parameter is used to enable or disable password protection for the reference menu. PROG PROT The PROG PROT parameter is used to enable or disable password protection for the program menu. SYSTEM PROT The SYSTEM PROT parameter is used to enable or disable password protection for the system menu. -
Page 58: Menu Structure
MBXXXSeriesMetrologyTemperatureBlock MenuStructure VERS The VERS parameter displays the firmware version used in the instrument. 5.3 Menu Structure Key/Function Notes ENTER Key SET POINT Set the operating set-point CONT ENABLE Enable/Disable activate heating/cooling of the instrument SCAN RATE Set the desired scan rate EXIT Key CUTOUT RESET CUTOUT... - Page 59 Controlleroperation MenuStructure Key/Function Notes SETUP (Setup Probe) Setup reference probe1/2 SELECT Probe 1, Probe 2 TYPE ITS-90 ITS-90 coefficients SERIAL RTPW COEF A COEF B COEF C COEF A4 COEF B4 Callendar Van Dusen coefficients SERIAL ALPHA DELTA BETA Set unit to display the resistance of the reference probe SERIAL TEST (Probe Test) SELECT...
- Page 60 MBXXXSeriesMetrologyTemperatureBlock MenuStructure Key/Function Notes PROGRAM (view only) STATUS (view only) SYSTEM MENU SETUP MENU DISP (Display Settings) LANGUAGE English, French, Chinese DECIMAL Period, Comma MEAS (Measurement Settings) STAB LIMIT (Stability Limit) Set when the unit indicates the desired stability limit has been reached.
- Page 61 Controlleroperation MenuStructure Key/Function Notes REF (Reference Calibration) Password protected menu REF 1 REF 2 REF 3 MONTH YEAR PASS (Password Setup) Password protected menu. Setup of password protection for system parameters and menus SYSTEM PASSWORD SETPOINT PROT (Set-point Protect) On, Off CUTOUT PROT (Cutout Protect) On, Off REF PROT (Reference Protect)
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Page 63: Digital Communication Interface
Digitalcommunicationinterface Wiring 6 Digital communication interface The Metrology Temperature Block is capable of communicating with and being con- trolled by other equipment through the RS-232 digital interface. With a digital interface the instrument may be connected to a computer or other equip- ment. -
Page 64: Setup
6.1.1 Setup Before operation the serial interface must first be set up by programming the BAUD rate and other configuration parameters. These parameters are programmed within the com- munications menu. The serial interface parameters can be accessed from the main menu by MENU|SYSTEM MENU|SETUP MENU|COMM. -
Page 65: Commands By Function Or Group
Digitalcommunicationinterface CommandsbyFunctionorGroup 6.3 Commands by Function or Group In this section, the commands are arranged into the following groups: Calibration Commands – commands for Metrology Temperature Block calibration parameters. Main Screen Commands – commands for parameters displayed on the main screen. Program Commands –... - Page 66 MBXXXSeriesMetrologyTemperatureBlock CommandsbyFunctionorGroup Password Screen Protection Parameter Command Group Read/Write CONTROL SOUR[1]:SENS:DAT [TEMP] TEMP. REF TEMP. READ, MEAS, FETC CUT-OUT SOUR[1]:PROT:TRIP Program - Run PROGRAM PROG:STAT ACTION Program - Select SELECT TEST PROG:NAME Program - Setup SELECT TEST PROG:NAME DIRECTION PROG:NUMB DIR RAMP RATE PROG:NUMB RAMP SOAK TIME...
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Page 67: Serial Commands - Alphabetic Listing
Digitalcommunicationinterface SerialCommands-AlphabeticListing Password Screen Protection Parameter Command Group Read/Write (none) *CLS none (none) *OPT (none) *STB (none) OUTP2:DAT (none) PROG:NUMB PCYC (none) PROG:NUMB PDIR (none) SENS:DAT (none) SYST:BEEP:IMM (none) SYST:PASS:CDIS unconditional (pass prompt) SYST:PASS:CEN unconditional (none) SYST:PASS:CEN:STAT System - Password PASSWORD SYST:PASS:NEW unconditional... - Page 68 MBXXXSeriesMetrologyTemperatureBlock SerialCommands-AlphabeticListing value respectively. Unit suffixes, such as V or OHM, can be appended to numeric parameters and are accepted without error but ignored. Unrecognized commands or commands with incorrect syntax or invalid ● ● parameters generate error messages in the error queue. Upper case letters designate syntax that is required when issuing the command.
- Page 69 Clears all status registers(events, operations etc). *IDN? Read the product information (Manufacturer, Model Number, Serial Number, and Firmware Version) Example: *IDN? Response: Beamex,MB140,0,1.00 *OPT? Read the product configuration, reference hardware enabled (1) or not (0) (see SYST:CONF:REF) Example: *OPT? Response: 1 This command is a read only command and returns the state of the reference function- ality (0, 1).
- Page 70 MBXXXSeriesMetrologyTemperatureBlock SerialCommands-AlphabeticListing Set Example: CALC:CONV:NAME I90 This command is password protected via group 3(Reference Protection). CALC:CONV:PAR:CAT? Read the list of reference probe characterization parameter names Example: CALC:CONV:PAR:CAT? Response: “RTPW”,”A”,“B”,“C”,“A4”,“B4” This command is a read only command, which returns the available parameters for the current probe type.
- Page 71 Digitalcommunicationinterface SerialCommands-AlphabeticListing Set Example: CALC:CONV:SNUM 1560D This command allows the user to enter a reference probe serial number. CALC:CONV:TEST[?] [n] Test the reference probe resistance to temperature calculation Read Example: CALC:CONV:TEST? 100.000 Response: 0.0100 This is a read only command and tests the external probe resistance. DISP:LANG[?] [n] Read or set the display language.
- Page 72 MBXXXSeriesMetrologyTemperatureBlock SerialCommands-AlphabeticListing Response: 0 Set Example: OUTP:STAT 1 This command is password protected via group 1(Set Point protection). This command reads the active heating or cooling output status. A “0” is returned if the output status is off, and a “1” is returned if the output status is on. OUTP[1]:DAT? Read the main heat output percent Example: OUTP[1]:DAT?
- Page 73 Digitalcommunicationinterface SerialCommands-AlphabeticListing Read Example: PROG:NUMB? SPO1 Response: 65 This command is password protected via group 4 (program protection). In the above, example the sequence program set-point 1 is returned. If PROG:NUMB PPO? is entered, the return value is the current set-point number of the sequence program.
- Page 74 MBXXXSeriesMetrologyTemperatureBlock SerialCommands-AlphabeticListing Set Example: SENS:CAL:PAR2 0.092 Reference thermometer input commands to verify or set TEMP 1 (PAR1), TEMP 2 (PAR2), or TEMP 3 (PAR3) calibration parameters. SENS:DAT? Read the reference input resistance Example: SENS:DAT? Response: 199.9366 This command returns the resistance in ohms of the reference probe. SENS:STAT? Read or set the reference probe enable state off (0) or on (1).
- Page 75 Digitalcommunicationinterface SerialCommands-AlphabeticListing Response: 20.0 Set Example: SOUR1:LCON:INT 10 The main zone integral is the integration time in seconds that the unit’s PID controller uses for main zone control. SOUR[1]:LCON:PBAN[?] [n] NOTE: This command is unconditionally protected and requires a password to set it.
- Page 76 MBXXXSeriesMetrologyTemperatureBlock SerialCommands-AlphabeticListing Set Example: SOUR:PROT 140.00 Returns the current value of the cutout set-point. SOUR[1]:PROT? MAX Read or set the temperature cutout limit Read Example: SOUR:PROT? MAX Response: 200 Set Example: SOUR:PROT 200 Returns the maximum calibrated cutout temperature. SOUR[1]:PROT:CLE Reset the temperature cutout Example: SOUR:PROT:CLE This command has no response.
- Page 77 Digitalcommunicationinterface SerialCommands-AlphabeticListing SOUR[1]:PROT:TRIP? Read the temperature cutout tripped state Example: SOUR:PROT:TRIP? Response: 0 A value of 0 is returned if the cutout set point has not been reached. Otherwise a value of 1 is returned and the cutout set point has been reached. SOUR[1]:RATE? Read the control temperature rate of change, °C or °F per minute Example: SOUR:RATE?
- Page 78 MBXXXSeriesMetrologyTemperatureBlock SerialCommands-AlphabeticListing When RES is appended to the end of the example above, the internal sensor resistance is returned. SOUR[1]:SLEW[?] [n] NOTE: Depending on group password setting, this command is conditionally protected. Read or set the control set-point slew rate, °C/F per minute Read Example: SOUR:SLEW? Response: 500 Set Example: SOUR:SLEW 100...
- Page 79 Digitalcommunicationinterface SerialCommands-AlphabeticListing SOUR[1]:STAB:DAT? Read the control temperature stability, °C or °F Example: SOUR:STAB:DAT? Response: 0.306 The controller stability is returned. SOUR[1]:STAB:LIM[?] [n] NOTE: Depending on group password setting, this command is conditionally protected. Read or set the control temperature stability limit, °C or °F Read Example: SOUR:STAB:LIM? Response: 0.005 Set Example: SOUR:STAB:LIM .005...
- Page 80 MBXXXSeriesMetrologyTemperatureBlock SerialCommands-AlphabeticListing SOUR2:LCON:PBAN[?] [n] NOTE: This command is unconditionally protected and requires a password to set it. Read or set the gradient temperature control loop proportional band, °C Read Example: SOUR2:LCON:PBAN? Response: 5.0 Set Example: SOUR2:LCON:PBAN 10 The gradient proportional band is the gain in °C that the unit’s PID controller uses for gradient control.
- Page 81 Digitalcommunicationinterface SerialCommands-AlphabeticListing SYST:COMM:SER:FDUP[?] [0|1] Read or set serial interface echo enable, on (1) or off (0) Read Example: SYST:COMM:SER:FDUP? Response: 0 Set Example: SYST:COMM:SER:FDUP 1 This command enables or disables echo. SYST:COMM:SER:FEED[?] [0|1] Read or set serial interface auto-printing enable, on (1) or off (0) Read Example: SYST:COMM:SER:FEED? Response: 1 Set Example: SYST:COMM:SER:FEED 0...
- Page 82 MBXXXSeriesMetrologyTemperatureBlock SerialCommands-AlphabeticListing A response of 0 implies that a period will be used for a decimal. Otherwise, a comma will be used as the decimal. SYST:ERR? Read the errors from the error queue Example: SYST:ERR? Response: command protected This command response reports the errors in the error queue. SYST:FAN? [n] Read or set the system fan mode.
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Page 83: Non-Scpi Process Commands
Digitalcommunicationinterface Non-SCPIProcessCommands SYST:PASS:GROU[n][?] [0|1] NOTE: This command is unconditionally protected, which requires a password to set it. Read or set a command group protection (off (0), on (1), n=1, 2, 3, 4 or 5) Read Example: SYST:PASS:GROU1? Response: 0 Set Example: SYST:PASS:GROU2 1 This command enables and disables group protection passwords. -
Page 84: Non-Scpi Command By Function Or Group
MBXXXSeriesMetrologyTemperatureBlock Non-SCPICommandbyFunctionorGroup data. These commands are not password protected. The associated SCPI command is referenced where appropriate. 6.6 Non-SCPI Command by Function or Group SCREEN PASSWORD PARAMETER COMMAND PROTECTION READ/WRITE Setup - Communication DUPLEX None LINEFEED None SAMPLE RATE None Temperature Settings HIGH LIMIT None... - Page 85 Digitalcommunicationinterface Non-SCPICommandbyFunctionorGroup lf [n] Read or set the serial interface linefeed enable, where “n” is a value 1 or 0. [0] = LF OFF, [1] = LF ON. The default setting is Off. (Off and on may be used in place of 0 and 1 respectively).
- Page 86 MBXXXSeriesMetrologyTemperatureBlock Non-SCPICommandbyFunctionorGroup u[n] Read or Set the display temperature units, where “n” is a character “C” of “F”. Default: C If “n” is left blank, the command will be treated as a query. This query responds with the command string “u” and a Colon followed by the unit setting. Refer to UNIT:TEMP command Read Example: u u: C...
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Page 89: Maintenance
Before using any cleaning or decontamination method, other than those ● ● recommended by Beamex, users should check with an Authorized Service Center to insure the proposed method will not damage the equipment. If the instrument is used in a manner not in accordance with the equipment ●... - Page 90 MBXXXSeriesMetrologyTemperatureBlock RegularMetrologyTemperatureBlockperformanceanalysis Accuracy drift The display temperature of the Metrology Temperature Block will drift over time. This is due to a variety of factors affecting the temperature control PRT. Any PRT is subject to changes depending on how it is used and the environment it is used in. This is no different for any PRT in a calibration application.
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Page 91: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 8 Troubleshooting This section contains information on troubleshooting. In the event that the Metrology Temperature Block appears to function abnormally, this section may help to find and solve the problem. Several possible problem condi- tions are described along with likely causes and solutions. If a problem arises, please read this section carefully and attempt to understand and solve the problem.