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Getting Started Guide
For using the Signature CH+ with easy-wire software
Use this guide to setup the CH+ tester, install the easy-wire software, checkout the system, get
the overview of the test system, and find more information to use the tester.
Note: Prior to June 1, 2001 the Signature CH+ shipped with the Signature Plus Series
software, which included a complete printed user's manual. The CH+ can now also be
controlled with the easy-wire software, which utilizes this getting started guide and an on-line
help system/manual (included on the easy-wire software CD). There is no printed user's
manual for the easy-wire software.
You should have received
CH+ Base Unit
One required per system.
Hand Held Probe
9-pin Serial Cable
Power Transformer
One required for each
Base unit and Scanner
Right Angle Mounting
Brackets
Available upon request.
Used for rack mounting
the system.
Scanner Test Point Box
One box required per
system. Maximum 21.
easy-wire software CD
Loop Back Plug
Power Cord Adapter
Required only for
220V Power systems.
Setting Up the CH+ Tester
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- Page 1 Getting Started Guide For using the Signature CH+ with easy-wire software Use this guide to setup the CH+ tester, install the easy-wire software, checkout the system, get the overview of the test system, and find more information to use the tester. Note: Prior to June 1, 2001 the Signature CH+ shipped with the Signature Plus Series software, which included a complete printed user's manual.
- Page 2 Computer Requirements for a Station or Network Server Computer CPU Monitor 1.6 GHz or better. Recommended: 1024X 768 Minimum: 1 GB Video Card 64 Meg On Board Memory CD ROM Drive Required Windows Environment Windows XP Professional, Free Disk Space Windows 2003 Server, or Minimum: 5 GB Windows 2000 Server...
- Page 3 Possible electric shock! Please Note Cirris hipot testers are designed to be safe for operators. Injuries from hipot test equipment are rare. Still, not every hipot test situation is safe. Hipot testing does not present a danger to healthy individuals; however, occasional mild electric shock may be experienced. Small shocks only occur during a hipot test when the operator touches an energized connection point.
- Page 4 Assemble the CH+ System 1. Remove the Phillips-head screws that lock the back cover plates on the base unit and scanner boxes. Back Cover Plate Phillips Screw 2. Pinch the latch tabs toward each other as shown, and remove the back cover plates. Latch Tabs 3.
- Page 5 4. Use box-to-box connectors to plug from the base unit to the lower connectors of the first scanner box. Lower Connectors To lower connectors of upper 5. If using more than one scanner box, connect from the upper connectors of a lower box to the lower connectors of an upper box.
- Page 6 Many new computers sold today do not include a serial port as a default part of the standard computer package. Cirris Systems has recently qualified a USB port to Serial port converter from Keyspan. You can purchase this adapter direct from Cirris or from many other sources commercially.
- Page 7 If more than one outlet strip is needed for the system, Example: plug secondary outlet strips into a primary strip, and To secondary then plug this strip into a grounded wall outlet. plug strips You shouldn’t have to worry about overloading a single To grounded outlet.
- Page 8 3. Mount the boxes on top of each other in the rack with the base unit on the bottom. Cirris does not provide the screws to attach brackets to the rack. Continue with step 3 in the main assembly procedure.
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Page 9: Before Starting The Installation
Reinstalling the software from the Install CD will ensure that you have the latest version of the software. If you’ve installed the easy-wire software on a station and now want to do a network only install, call Cirris Technical Support for assistance. -
Page 10: Installing The Software
Installing the Software 1. Close all Windows applications on the computer. 2. Place the CD into the CD-ROM drive and wait. After a moment the CD should auto-load. If the software does not auto-load, from the Windows taskbar, click Start, and then Run. Type: d:\install.exe (where d: is the CD-ROM drive). - Page 11 The default install location will be displayed here. Do not change the default install location unless there is a specific reason to do so as it C:\Cirris\EasyWire\ may cause problems in the future. 6. Click Next. 7. Select Signature CH+ for the type of tester that will be attached to this station.
- Page 12 Explore. 2. Using Windows File Explorer expand the Program Files folder on the root drive. 3. In the Program Files folder find the folder named Cirris. Right Click on Cirris, and select Sharing and Security in the pop up menu.
- Page 13 Setting up a Network Database Server Check that the Computer is capable: The computer that runs the network database should be dedicated to running the database software, and must meet the other system requirements listed at the beginning of this guide. The network database server should not be used as a workstation.
- Page 14 Then click Next. 9. After the installation is complete, click Finish. Before proceeding to the next section, check that the folder c:\Cirris\Server\Database on the network server is shared. You can check the folder is shared by opening Windows Explorer on the server.
- Page 15 Find to locate the network configuration file. This file will be located on the Network Database Server in the C:\Cirris\Server\Database directory. 5. If you previously created tests on stand alone stations, you can copy the test programs from one stand alone station to the network database.
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Page 16: Checking The System
Checking the System Starting the Software and Checking the System The easy-wire software icon should be on the desktop. You will also find an easy-wire folder in If you don’t see the icon on the desktop you can run the programs menu. the program from the task bar. - Page 17 If power and serial cable are correctly connected, you can check your computer’s serial port using the loop back plug provided. For assistance, call Cirris Systems Technical Support at 1-800-441-9910. Checking the System...
- Page 18 If System Sound is Not Working If system sound is not working or is not sufficiently loud, check that: 1. Speakers are connected to the PC, and if required, plugged into a power outlet. 2. Speakers are turned on and the volume turned up. 3.
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Page 19: General Information
Cirris support personnel, you may need to send the affected module or the entire tester back to Cirris for repair. If needed during the repair period, a loaner tester can be sent to you. You should not attempt to service any circuit board at the component level. -
Page 20: Conditions For Operation
Cirris may cause damage or present a hazard. If you use a Cirris product in a manner not specified in this manual and the accompanying help system, the protection provided by the product may be impaired. -
Page 21: Customer Support
Customer Support If you need additional help, a Cirris Customer Support representative is ready to assist you. Inside the U.S.A. call Sales and Customer Support toll-free at 1-800-441-9910. For More Information... -
Page 22: Warranty
Warranty Cirris Systems Corporation warrants the CR / CH+ analyzer to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of delivery to you, as evidenced by receipt of your warranty registration form. In the event a defect develops due to normal use during the warranty period, Cirris Systems will repair or replace the analyzer with a new or reconditioned unit of equal value.
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