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READSTAR SERIES OPERATOR'S MANUAL
ReadStar Series
Operator's Manual for:
ReadStar II
ReadStar TT
CapStar II
Manual 968-01: Issue 7a
Crane Electronics Ltd
NOTICE
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Reproduction of any part of this manual in any form whatsoever,
without the prior permission in writing from Crane Electronics Ltd is forbidden.
Copyright © June 2013 by Crane Electronics Ltd
The contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice.
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- Page 1 NOTICE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Reproduction of any part of this manual in any form whatsoever, without the prior permission in writing from Crane Electronics Ltd is forbidden. Copyright © June 2013 by Crane Electronics Ltd The contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice.
- Page 2 READSTAR SERIES OPERATOR’S MANUAL CE MARKING Manufacturer: Crane Electronics Ltd Watling Drive Address: Sketchley Meadows Hinckley Leicestershire LE10 3EY United Kingdom Tel: +44 (0)1455 251488 Declares that this product has been assessed and complies with the requirements of the relevant CE Directives for measuring torque.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
READSTAR SERIES OPERATOR’S MANUAL CONTENTS PAGE How to use this manual ..............4 Packing List ..................4 Care and Storage ................4 Batteries .................... 4 Overview ................... 5 Features and Dimensions ..............6 Specifications ..................7 Controls & Connections ..............8 Control Panel .................. -
Page 4: How To Use This Manual
READSTAR SERIES OPERATOR’S MANUAL INTRODUCTION HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL The following conventions are adopted throughout this manual: Keys to be pressed will be shown as the key legend - for example Information displayed on the LCD screen will be shown in italics contained within quotation marks i.e. -
Page 5: Overview
CapStar II has a bottle top or adjustable component fixture. All the ReadStar series have various modes and can measure track, peak, 1st peak (click) and pulse. Results are shown on an easy read display. Time and date stamped readings can be set to print automatically. -
Page 6: Features And Dimensions
READSTAR SERIES OPERATOR’S MANUAL INTRODUCTION FEATURES AND DIMENSIONS POWER Two type ‘C’ cells Rechargeable batteries (not charged by the unit) Mains powered (needs optional power supply) WEIGHT ReadStar II 0.9Kg ReadStar TT 2.3Kg CapStar II 3 Kg CONSTRUCTION ABS cover; Steel base... -
Page 7: Specifications
Issued with calibration certificate traceable to national and international standards. 12 months typical recalibration interval. Warranty: 12 months parts and labour. Servicing: Crane Electronics Ltd offer a full repair facility and calibration to UKAS and international standards. MAINS ADAPTOR POWER REQUIREMENTS Input: 230V AC 50 Hz... -
Page 8: Controls & Connections
READSTAR SERIES OPERATOR’S MANUAL CONTROLS CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS... -
Page 9: Control Panel
Escape key (from the current function) - back 1 level in menu SYMBOLS These are the symbols used in the display panel of the ReadStar series: Other symbols in the display are in the form of text: Torque; Nm; etc. -
Page 10: Battery Low Indicator
Rechargeable batteries cannot be charged by the unit. NOTE: If the ReadStar series does not switch on and the LED is showing a constant amber light, the device will have to be reset. Press the... -
Page 11: Mains Operation
CBL-757-0-0-0-0 and Serial Printer Adapter CBL-758-01CR-0-0. Attach one end of the cable to the Readstar series 9 way connector as shown. The 25 way end of the Serial Printer Adapter connects to the 25 way Serial connector on the printer. The printer should be configured to the following... -
Page 12: Powering On / Off
In view of this, it is advisable to ensure the ReadStar series is in either in the Main Configure Menu or in Measure mode at the time of an intentional shut down. -
Page 13: Menu Structure
READSTAR SERIES OPERATOR’S MANUAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MENU STRUCTURE... -
Page 14: Basic Operating Principles
READSTAR SERIES OPERATOR’S MANUAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BASIC OPERATING PRINCIPLES The operation of the ReadStar range is basically the same for all 3 units. The only difference is that ReadStar II requires an external transducer to be attached in order to apply torque, while the ReadStar TT has a built-in transducer. -
Page 15: Using The Menu System
This menu allows various diagnostics data to be viewed. This includes the product software release version, the working span of the ReadStar series, the date the next calibration is due, testing the operation of the LEDs, track A-D converter values, miscellaneous A-D converter values, and a demonstration text message. -
Page 16: Connecting A Transducer (Readstar Ii)
READSTAR SERIES OPERATOR’S MANUAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CONNECTING A TRANSDUCER - READSTAR II BUILT-IN TRANSDUCER - READSTAR TT ReadStar TT shown with joint kit fitted... -
Page 17: Attaching The Bottle Top Fixture (Capstar)
READSTAR SERIES OPERATOR’S MANUAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FITTING THE ADJUSTABLE BOTTLE TOP FIXTURE (CAPSTAR) Ensure bottle top fixture is located fully into Square Drive on the Transducer Module. LOADING A BOTTLE Position the white pegs on the top, so that they grip the bottle evenly when the black adjustment knob is tightened to hold the bottle. -
Page 18: Measure Mode (Taking A Torque Reading)
READSTAR SERIES OPERATOR’S MANUAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MEASURE MODE (HOW TO TAKE A TORQUE READING) Switch on the ReadStar series - press any key. Press to reset the display to zero. For the ReadStar TT, torque should be applied via a suitable tool to the built-in transducer - see page 16. - Page 19 READSTAR SERIES OPERATOR’S MANUAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS PEAK MODE SELECTED If Peak Mode selected, applying torque in the direction selected will cause the peak reading to be displayed on the screen. TRACK MODE SELECTED If Track mode is selected, applying torque in either direction will cause the amount of torque being applied to be continuously displayed.
- Page 20 READSTAR SERIES OPERATOR’S MANUAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CHANGING THE DIRECTION OF ROTATION. To alter the direction of rotation, press the key. With each key press, the display will cycle between the following options. Right hand rotation. Left hand rotation. Left and Right rotation.
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Page 21: Setup Menu
READSTAR SERIES OPERATOR’S MANUAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS subsequent readings will wrap around and will begin overwriting the existing readings, starting with reading 1. To clear the batch, use the CLEAR function in the SETUP Menu - see page 21. DELETING THE LAST READING NUMBER... -
Page 22: Printer Menu
READSTAR SERIES OPERATOR’S MANUAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS PRINTER MENU Make sure the ReadStar series is connected to a suitable printer - see page 12. The following options are available in the PRINTER Menu: PRINT Printer will print header and all stored readings AUTO PRN Set to ON - Automatically sends date. -
Page 23: Options Menu
The following options are available in the OPTIONS Menu: TIME Set the time of the ReadStar series (the time setting is lost if batteries removed) DATE Set the date of the ReadStar series (the date setting is lost if batteries removed) -
Page 24: Diagnostics Menu
READSTAR SERIES OPERATOR’S MANUAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS DIAGNOSTIC MENU This menu allows various diagnostics data to be viewed. Menu options are: RELEASE View the Software Release Number: NEXT CAL View the next calibration due date TEST LED Test operation of LEDs: The LED will cycle 3 times through its colours (RED, GREEN and AMBER) with a text confirmation. -
Page 25: Troubleshooting Guide
See page 10. Recharge batteries external to unit. See page 10 Check connection of the mains adaptor to the ReadStar series and check the power supply is connected to the mains and switched on. If necessary, try the ReadStar series with batteries to check if mains adaptor has a fault. -
Page 26: Glossary Of Terms
READSTAR SERIES OPERATOR’S MANUAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS GLOSSARY OF TERMS Angle Wrenches (also known as nutrunners) Continuously driven tools which rely on torque reaction to cut off the air supply. Click or Click Dip A type of measurement used for Click Wrenches. - Page 27 Threshold Torque Value The level of torque which a signal must rise above and then fall below to be considered a valid torque cycle. In the ReadStar series, this is set at 5% of the rated span of the transducer. Torque Cycle...
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