Initial Display After Power-up ....................17 Selecting a Profile from the Library ................17 Powering Down the Cap Inspector ..................17 Correcting The Power On Lockup Condition ................18 Wait 30 Seconds......................18 System Check Contents • iii User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
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Removal Peak Detect ....................35 Extra Travel....................... 35 Removal Speed......................35 Pass / Fail Limits ........................36 Removal Pass / Fail Low Limit ................. 36 Removal Pass / Fail High Limit ................36 iv • Contents User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
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Report Options......................... 51 Removal & Bridge Test Run Screen..................51 Creating a Reverse Ratchet Test What's Inside..........................52 Select Test Type ........................52 Keyboard For Reverse Ratchet Test ................52 Contents • v User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
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Strip Slow Down At ....................67 Strip Pass / Fail Limits......................68 ROPP Cap Test Run Screen..................... 68 Selecting The System Options What's Inside..........................69 System Options Menu Page 1....................69 vi • Contents User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
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Transmitting Data Automatically .................... 89 Transmitting End of Test Results Automatically ............89 Using the USB Features What's Inside..........................90 Backing up the System ......................90 Copying and Transferring Profiles ................91 Contents • vii User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
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Connecting the Air Supply ....................106 Adjusting the Down Force..................... 107 Down Force Mechanism Nomenclature ................108 Adjusting the Down Force Foot..................... 108 Operating the Child Resistant Mechanism................109 Glossary of Terms Index viii • Contents User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
Vibrac’s commitment to supplying state of the art products has resulted in the development of the Model 2100 series of cap Inspectors. A Windows 7 computer with an IP65 panel and a Resistive Touch screen operator interface will provide the user with years of trouble free service.
Chapter 6: Test Types This chapter contains a description of the test types that can be selected. 10 • Overview User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
This chapter contains a description of the procedure for setting the Date and Time. Chapter 22: Down Force Option This chapter describes the down force mechanism that is used for testing Child Resistant caps. 12 • Overview User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
Suggests precautionary measures to avoid problems. Important: Reminds you to take specific action relevant to the procedure at hand. Tip: Tells how to accomplish a procedure with the minimum number of steps. Overview • 13 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
Immediately report any shipping damage to the shipping agent Retain and use the original packing materials in case re- shipment is necessary. 14 • Unpacking And Inspection User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
Operator's manual. When calibration equipment is purchased with the system, the certificates of calibration for the beam and weights are included behind the front cover of the manual. Unpacking And Inspection • 15 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
Now by actuating the switch on the rear of the tower the system will be energized and ready for use. 16 • System Power Up and Down User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
Remember to touch the word when making a selection not the green LED. Powering Down the Cap Inspector Always use the Power Switch on the rear of the tower to turn the system off. System Power Up and Down • 17 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
See below Wait 30 Seconds This 30-second delay will insure that the relay has enough time for its contacts to open before the power is turned back 18 • System Power Up and Down User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
Observe the Live Torque display in the center of the screen. When the drive shaft is in the up position and not connected to a sample to be tested, this display should read zero. System Check • 19 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
At this time, do not connect the Drive Shaft to anything. The dynamic operation of the system can now be verified by pressing the Open Button and later the Close Button. 20 • System Check User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
Selecting OK will return the program to the Run Screen. Close Button Now by touching the Close button, the operation of the drive in the clockwise direction can be verified. System Check • 21 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
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Since the torque is zero, after 3 revolutions this error message will be displayed. Selecting OK will return the program to the Run Screen. We have now verified that the drive is performing correctly. 22 • System Check User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
Run Mode, when the Main Menu Button is selected. A grayed out or dimmed button is either the Selected Mode or a feature that cannot be selected in the current mode. Modes of Operation • 23 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
On the Main Menu select Program Mode. On page 1 of the System Options menu select Next Page. Now on page 2 of the System Options menu, select Password. 24 • Modes of Operation User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
The Password is case sensitive and must be entered precisely as it was first entered! RECORD THE PASSWORD IN A SAFE PLACE! Modes of Operation • 25 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
Now on the Main Menu select System Options and advance to page 2 and then select Password. Now select the Clear Field Key and the displayed Asterisks will be deleted. The Password is now deleted. 26 • Modes of Operation User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
The following screen will be displayed when this Button is pressed. Contact Vibrac The contact person at Vibrac will first ask for the serial number of the system. This is necessary to provide the proper code to correct the problem.
USB drive and print the test profiles. This button will return all the features of the current profile to their factory default value. 28 • Profile Manager User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
This button enables the user to make a copy of the currently displayed Profile on a memory stick Print This button will send the profile data in serial form to the RS232 port. Profile Manager • 29 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
The software will then advance to the Main Menu shown below. Now touch the Profile Manager Button and the software will display the features of the currently selected Profile. 30 • Test Types User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
Copy Profile. Copy Profile In many cases it will be quicker to copy a profile and then edit a couple items rather than create a whole new profile. Test Types • 31 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
The Removal and the Bridge potion of this test is the same as described above. The Strip portion of this test measures the turning force required in the clockwise direction to cause the threads in the Aluminum Cap to fail. 32 • Test Types User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
Keyboard For Removal Test For this manual the profile name, Removal has been entered. Selecting OK will advance the software to the Removal Test Setup Screen shown below. Creating a Removal Torque Test • 33 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
To input a value, just start typing. The first key selected will overwrite the first highlighted value on the screen. When the desired value has been keyed in press OK to save the new value. 34 • Creating a Removal Torque Test User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
To input a value, just start typing. The first key selected will overwrite the first highlighted value on the screen. When the desired value has been keyed in press OK to save the new value. Creating a Removal Torque Test • 35 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
The Pass / Fail Numeric Key Pads shown on this page will be used for programming the limits throughout this manual. However they will not be displayed in each chapter. 36 • Creating a Removal Torque Test User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
To input a value, just start typing. The first key selected will overwrite the first highlighted value on the screen. When the desired value has been keyed in press OK to save the new value. Creating a Removal Torque Test • 37 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
It is frequently used for life testing a closure. Report Options The Header and Comment Button will display the following menu. 38 • Creating a Removal Torque Test User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
The Header and Comment entered here will appear on all reports. Removal Test Run Screen When the removal test has been programmed and selected the run screen, shown below, will be displayed Creating a Removal Torque Test • 39 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
For this manual the profile name, Removal & Incremental has been entered. Selecting OK will advance the software to the Removal and Incremental Test Setup Screen shown below. 40 • Creating an Incremental Test User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
To input a value, just start typing. The first key selected will overwrite the first highlighted value on the screen. When the desired value has been keyed in press OK to save the new value. Creating an Incremental Test • 41 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
Low Limit: The Torque value that must be exceeded for the test to pass. High Limit: The torque value that must not be exceeded for the test to pass. 42 • Creating an Incremental Test User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
OK to save the new value. Removal & Incremental Test Run Screen When the Removal & Incremental test has been programmed and selected the run screen, shown below, will be displayed Creating an Incremental Test • 43 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
For this manual the profile name, Removal & Bridge has been entered. Selecting OK will advance the software to the Removal and Bridge Test Setup Screen shown below. 44 • Creating a Removal & Bridge Test User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
When the desired value has been keyed in press OK to save the new value. Creating a Removal & Bridge Test • 45 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
Low Limit: The Torque value that must be exceeded for the test to pass. High Light: The torque value that must not be exceeded for the test to pass. 46 • Creating a Removal & Bridge Test User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
When the desired value has been keyed in press OK to save the new value. Creating a Removal & Bridge Test • 47 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
Low Limit: The Torque value that must be exceeded for the test to pass. High Light: The torque value that must not be exceeded for the test to pass. 48 • Creating a Removal & Bridge Test User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
When the desired value has been keyed in press OK to save the new value. Creating a Removal & Bridge Test • 49 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
When the desired value has been keyed in press OK to save the new value. 50 • Creating a Removal & Bridge Test User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
Removal & Bridge Test Run Screen When the Removal & Bridge test has been programmed and selected the run screen, shown below, will be displayed. Creating a Removal & Bridge Test • 51 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
For this manual the profile name, Reverse Ratchet has been entered. Selecting OK will advance the software to the Reverse Ratchet Test Setup Screen shown below. 52 • Creating a Reverse Ratchet Test User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
To input a value, just start typing. The first key selected will overwrite the first highlighted value on the screen. When the desired value has been keyed in press OK to save the new value. Creating a Reverse Ratchet Test • 53 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
Low Limit: The Torque value that must be exceeded for the test to pass. High Light: The torque value that must not be exceeded for the test to pass. 54 • Creating a Reverse Ratchet Test User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
Reverse Ratchet Test Run Screen When the Reverse Ratchet test has been programmed and selected the run screen, shown below, will be displayed. Creating a Reverse Ratchet Test • 55 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
Keyboard For Strip Torque Test For this manual the profile name, Strip has been entered. Selecting OK will advance the software to the Strip Test Setup Screen shown below. 56 • Creating a Strip Torque Test User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
To input a value, just start typing. The first key selected will overwrite the first highlighted value on the screen. When the desired value has been keyed in press OK to save the new value. Creating a Strip Torque Test • 57 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
To input a value, just start typing. The first key selected will overwrite the first highlighted value on the screen. When the desired value has been keyed in press OK to save the new value. 58 • Creating a Strip Torque Test User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
High Light: The torque value that must not be exceeded for the test to pass. Report Options The Header and Comment will be displayed on all test reports for this test profile. Creating a Strip Torque Test • 59 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
Strip Test Run Screen When the Strip Torque test has been programmed and selected the run screen, shown below, will be displayed. 60 • Creating a Strip Torque Test User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
Keyboard for ROPP Torque Test For this manual the profile name, ROPP has been entered. Selecting OK will advance the software to the ROPP Test Setup Screen shown below. Creating an ROPP CAP Test • 61 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
To input a value, just start typing. The first key selected will overwrite the first highlighted value on the screen. When the desired value has been keyed in press OK to save the new value. 62 • Creating an ROPP CAP Test User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
Low Limit: The Torque value that must be exceeded for the test to pass. High Limit: The torque value that must not be exceeded for the test to pass. Creating an ROPP CAP Test • 63 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
To input a value, just start typing. The first key selected will overwrite the first highlighted value on the screen. When the desired value has been keyed in press OK to save the new value. 64 • Creating an ROPP CAP Test User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
Low Limit: The Torque value that must be exceeded for the test to pass. High Light: The torque value that must not be exceeded for the test to pass. Creating an ROPP CAP Test • 65 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
To input a value, just start typing. The first key selected will overwrite the first highlighted value on the screen. When the desired value has been keyed in press OK to save the new value. 66 • Creating an ROPP CAP Test User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
To input a value, just start typing. The first key selected will overwrite the first highlighted value on the screen. When the desired value has been keyed in press OK to save the new value. Creating an ROPP CAP Test • 67 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
ROPP Cap Test Run Screen When the ROPP Cap Test has been programmed and selected the run screen, shown below, will be displayed. 68 • Creating an ROPP CAP Test User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
Units of Measure Pressing the Units Button will step the program through the possible settings, for the current system. lb-in, lb-ft, Nm, Kg-cm, Ncm, oz-in, mNm. Selecting The System Options • 69 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
RS-232 port at the end of a test. These selections are provided for transmitting to PC programs that may have templates that will already have this information. Transmitted data will be space delimited. 70 • Selecting The System Options User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
Decimal Places Pressing the Decimal Place Button will display the input screen for selecting the number of decimal places to be displayed. Selecting The System Options • 71 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
This feature enables the user to add additional weights to the calibration table or use customer-supplied weights. Pressing the User Cal Weights Button will display the screen for editing the list. 72 • Selecting The System Options User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
The value that is highlighted in the Final List will be displayed here for confirmation. The OK key will remove this value. Selecting The System Options • 73 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
Viewing and Printing Test Results. Printer The Printer select button will toggle the selection between an Epson Serial Printer and the Windows Default Printer. 74 • Selecting The System Options User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
This Button is normally grayed out; it turns blue when a USB drive is detected. The chapter titled Using the USB Features will describe in detail how to use the above items. Selecting The System Options • 75 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
Creating a New Profile On the Run Screen select Test Profile. On the Main Menu select Profile Manager. 76 • Quick Start User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
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On the Select Test Type screen select Removal. Enter a name for the test that relates to the product or the specification. Then press OK. On the Removal test setup screen select Low Limit. Quick Start • 77 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
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The Removal Test Setup screen now displays the values that have just been entered. Select Ok and the profile will be saved in memory and software will return to the Test Profile Manager screen. 78 • Quick Start User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
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The new profile Library will be displayed. Now select the new profile My Product with 28mm cap. The software will now advance to the Run Screen for this profile. Quick Start • 79 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
Pressing the Open button will start the test. Live Run Test Screen This screen is displayed as the test is being performed. The Stop Button, when pressed, will immediately stop the drive and terminate the test. 80 • Quick Start User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
Run Screen. Pressing the Clear Button will discard the data and return to the system to the Run Screen. Viewing and Saving Test Results • 81 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
The option keys shown to the right of the report enable the user to customize the report prior to printing. Test Data can also be deleted and corrected prior to printing. 82 • Viewing and Saving Test Results User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
When the Lot Number button is pressed the following screen will be displayed Now type in the desired lot number and then select OK. The number will now be displayed on the report. Modifying Test Reports • 83 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
The sample button, replace sample button and delete sample button are used for manipulating or correcting an issue with a specific piece of data. The Sample # Button will display the screen shown below. 84 • Modifying Test Reports User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
When selected the following screen will be displayed. Once a file name has been entered and the OK button selected, the data will be saved in a Note Pad Text File. (TXT) Modifying Test Reports • 85 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
Serial communication port for connecting to a Printer or Personnel computer. Connector Requirements The connector is a female, 9 pin Sub-D style (AMP # 7455201-1). Amphenol = 17-301-1 86 • Transmitting Test Results User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
Parity: Xon / Xoff Data Format Information When transmitting test results the following data strings are used for the different test modes. Removal Torque Date_Time_Units_Torque_Test Type_<CR><LF> Example: 01/01/00_09:00_lb-in_10.80_removal_<CR><LF> Transmitting Test Results • 87 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
The single line of data is provided for outputting to commercially available SPC programs. The Chart-It selection is used to output data to Vibrac's comprehensive data analysis program. Transmitting Test Results • 89 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
Options and select the system Backup button. The software will display the following information screen. This screen lists the items that will be backed up when the yes key is selected. 90 • Using the USB Features User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
When the System Serial # and the USB Serial # do not match, the System Files cannot be restored, however the Profiles and Data can be restored. Using the USB Features • 91 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
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This procedure should be followed for all the System Files, Profiles and Data files. Pressing this button will start the procedure. All of the selected item will be restored. 92 • Using the USB Features User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
The Model C-2112 Gold Standard Verification Tool is used to quickly verify the calibration and operational repeatability of both the 2000 and 2100 Series Cap Inspectors. These devices are pre-set to a torque value that matches the requirements of the customer.
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The Next key will advance the software to the screen shown below. It is a good idea to run at least 5 tests. This enables the user to verify the repeatability of the system. 94 • Gold Standard Verification User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
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When the start button is pressed, the Run screen shown below will be displayed. The measured torque will be displayed graphically and the maximum peak torque will be displayed at the conclusion of the test. Gold Standard Verification • 95 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
General Calibration Information A factory Calibration is burned into read-only memory when a system is shipped or serviced by a Vibrac trained individual. This insures the user that there is a full back up available if a faulty user calibration is performed.
Then insert the fixture between the base plate and the head of the screws. Now re-tighten the bolts. (Wrench Size ¼ " Hex) Cap Inspector Calibration • 97 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
Now select the Blue Button titled User Verification. The software will now advance to a series of menus that will guide the user through the process by just following the steps on the screen. 98 • Cap Inspector Calibration User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
(Bumped the table, Bumped the weight) The Next Weight button will display the following screen from which this problem can be corrected. Cap Inspector Calibration • 99 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
Once again the Next Weight button will advance the software to the appropriate screen. Once the torque in both directions of rotation has been verified the following report will be displayed. 100 • Cap Inspector Calibration User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
Now select the Blue Button titled User Calibration. The software will now advance to the series of menus that will guide the user through this process, by just following the steps on the screen. Cap Inspector Calibration • 101 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
Next Weight button to advance to the next step. When all the weight s have been hung and captured the software will display the following screen. 102 • Cap Inspector Calibration User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
The Main Calibration menu displays the date of the last Calibration and last Verification. The view button enables the user to view and print the report for each of these functions. Cap Inspector Calibration • 103 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
The following screen will be displayed. Date and Time Menu On this menu select Change Date and Time. The software will now display Edit date and Time screen shown below. 104 • Setting the Data and Time User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
Time. Edit Date and Time Help When how do I set the clock and time zone is selected, this help screen will be displayed. Setting the Data and Time • 105 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
This connection is a thread. Both the air filter and regulator are designed for a maximum of 100 PSI however the Force Gauge is limited to either 60 or 30 PSI. 106 • Down Force Option User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
Observe the down force gauge on the front of the tower cover while adjusting the knob. In most cases, a down force of 15 to 20 lbs will open a child resistant closure. Down Force Option • 107 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
Adjusting the Down Force Foot The Down Force Foot applies the force on the cap by pressing down on the Drive Shaft Bearing when the Down Force Switch is actuated. 108 • Down Force Option User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
At the conclusion of the test cycle, move the switch to the up position and pivot the foot to the rear. Repeat this procedure for the next sample. Down Force Option • 109 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
The force that will be applied to a cap when re-tightening it. Universal serial bus interface for connecting peripheral devices to a computer. Sometimes used as short for "USB flash drive". Glossary of Terms • 111 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
Creating an ROPP CAP Test 53 Creating a Strip Torque Test 3 Chapter 12 Creating an ROPP Test 3 Chapter 13 Data Format Information 80 Selecting the System Options 3 Index • 113 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
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Removal Peak Detect 27, 34, 38, 55 Main Calibration Menu after Calibration 96 Removal Speed 27, 38, 55 Modes of Operation 15 Removal Test Run Screen 31 Modifying Test Reports 76 Removal Test Setup Screen 26 114 • Index User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
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System Backup To USB 68 System Check 11 System Options Menu Page 1 62 System Options Menu Page 2 65 System Power Up and Down 8 Test Definitions 24 Test Profile Manager Screen 20 Index • 115 User Guide Ver. 7.1.0 2100 Cap Inspector...
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