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This Instruction Manual may not be copied or reproduced, in whole or part, without consent of KYOWA.
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Thank you for purchasing KYOWA's product PCD-400A Sensor Interface.
Read this Instruction Manual carefully in order to make full use of the high
performance capabilities of the product.
Do not use the product in methods other than described in this Manual.
This Manual only describes hardware operation of the PCD-400A.
For the Dynamic Data Acquisition Software DCS-100A, see the DCS-100A
INSTRUCTION MANUAL for PCD-400A Operation.
For software operation other than the DCS-100A, see the PCD-400A
INSTRUCTION MANUAL for Control command.
For the USB device driver set-up, see the DCS-100A INSTRUCTION
MANUAL for Set-up or DCS-100A INSTRUCTION MANUAL for USB
driver set-up.
SENSOR INTERFACE
(FOR HARDWARE)
IM-A-1015 July, 2014
PCD-400A

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  • Page 1 Generally, company names and trade names described in this Instruction Manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of the companies. This Instruction Manual may not be copied or reproduced, in whole or part, without consent of KYOWA. Copyright © Kyowa Electronic Instruments Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (DO NOT FORGET TO READ THE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS PRIOR TO USE.） ..2 LIMITED LIFE PARTS AND PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE ..........5 PCD-400A REPLACEMENT BEFORE THE END OF SERVICE LIFE ........6 NOTATIONS USED IN THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL ..........6 IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING PCD-400A ..........
  • Page 3 9. OUTSIDE DRAWING ..............43 9-1 PCD-400A (WITHOUT INPUT ADAPTER) ........... 43 9-2 WITH INPUT ADAPTER UI-10A ............43 9-3 WITH INPUT ADAPTER UI-11A ............44 9-4 WITH INPUT ADAPTER UI-15A ............44 9-5 WITH INPUT ADAPTER UI-16A ............45...

  • Page 4: Standard Accessories

    This Manual only describes hardware operation of the PCD-400A. STANDARD ACCESSORIES The following accessories are packed with the PCD-400A. When unpacking, check the contents to ensure that all accessories are enclosed. ＜PCD-400A＞ Dynamic Data Acquisition Software (DCS-100A) ····················································· 1 (DVD) USB cable (N-38: 1 m) ····························...

  • Page 5: Safety Precautions

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (Do not forget to read the safety precautions prior to use.） The PCD-400A is designed to be used according to "8. Specifications." Do not use the PCD-400A in an environment exceeding the specifications. Or, it may cause trouble.
  • Page 6 HARDWARE). ● Power supply To prevent a fire hazard, ensure that the power supply voltage specified for the PCD-400A (11 to 16 VDC) matches the local line voltage before connecting the system to the DC power. When using the optional AC adapter, check the voltage range of the AC power outlet before connecting.
  • Page 7 Vibration resistance: 29.42m/s (3G), 5 to 200Hz (when in operation) Use the PCD-400A in an area where vibration and impact can be kept within the scope of specifications. Continuous vibration or severe impact may cause deteriorated performance and system failure.

  • Page 8: Limited Life Parts And Preventive Maintenance

    Failure to do so will pose the risk of erroneous data, malfunction and failure. ● Do not disassemble or remodel the PCD-400A. Or, it may cause electric shock hazards or damage the PCD-400A. This warranty does not cover any damaged or defective parts that results from disassembling or remodeling.

  • Page 9: Pcd-400A Replacement Before The End Of Service Life

    Preventive maintenance and replacement parts are a cost-effective way of keeping the performance and extending the service life of the PCD-400A. Regardless of the replacement parts, the PCD-400A itself gradually deteriorates with age. Before the expected service life is reached, consider replacing the PCD- 400A with a new one or the latest series as preventive maintenance.

  • Page 10: Important Precautions When Using Pcd-400A

    5. Do not connect multiple sets of stacking PCD-400A units into one PC. Be sure to connect single set of stacking PCD-400A units (The number of stacking units: 2 to 4) into one 6. When stacking multiple PCD-400A units, connect the AC adapter to the master unit only.

  • Page 11: Outline Of The Product

    1. OUTLINE OF THE PRODUCT 1-1 OUTLINE OF THE PRODUCR The PCD-400A is a measuring instrument that can be used with no difficulty by connecting to the PC via USB interface. The PCD-400A can execute small-scale measurement of up to 16 channels by stacking 4 PCD-400A units.

  • Page 12: Controls And Indicators

    * Contact KYOWA or our representative. Light out Power OFF NOTE 1: You can stack up to 4 PCD-400A units. Do not stack 5 or more PCD-400A units. When stacking multiple PCD-400A units, see "3-8-1 LED status when stacking multiple PCD-400A units." e) "USB" connector...

  • Page 13: Rear Panel

    2-2 REAR PANEL With input adapter UI-10A a) Input connector Connects a strain gage transducer. b) Jackscrew Loosen the jackscrews to remove the input adapter. When mounting the input adapter, fasten the jackscrews. Tightly fasten the jackscrews with a flat-head screwdriver. Common to all input adapters.
  • Page 14 With input adapter UI-15A a) Input terminal block with operating lever Connects a strain gage or strain gage transducer. Press down the operating lever for connection. When connecting strain gage transducers, use an optional input cable (N-97). When a shield wire is attached to the sensor cable, connect the shield wire to the section d) with a screw.

  • Page 15: Top Panel

    When a shield wire is attached to the sensor cable, connect the shield wire to the section d) with a screw. 2-3 TOP PANEL a) Connector cover When stacking multiple PCD-400A units, remove the slave unit's connector cover and mount the gender changer, included in the stacking connector set (SA-1A).

  • Page 16: Bottom Panel

    2-4 BOTTOM PANEL a) Stacking connector When stacking multiple PCD-400A units, stack the slave unit via the gender changer, included in the stacking connector set (SA-1A). NOTE ● Never connect the optional input adapter into the stacking connector. Or, it may cause trouble.

  • Page 17: Connection And Default Setting

    Connect the USB interface *Before settings, make sure the USB device driver is setup correctly. ↓ Section 3-8 Power ON/OFF Turn ON the PCD-400A. ↓ Preparation and measurements Chapter 4 Measure data For details, " 4. MEASURE DATA ." 3-1-2 For stacking multiple units...

  • Page 18: Stack Multiple Units

    MEMO When stacking multiple PCD-400A units, the unit located on the top is master unit (1CH to 4CH), the second unit from the top is slave 1 (5CH to 8CH), the third unit from the top is slave 2 (9CH to 12CH), and the forth unit from the top is slave 3 (13CH to 16CH).

  • Page 19: Procedures For Stacking

    ● When stacking multiple PCD-400A units, be sure to remove the AC adapter. Or, it may cause trouble. ● You can stack up to 4 PCD-400A units. Do not stack 5 or more PCD-400A units. Example: Procedures for stacking 2 PCD-400A units (1) Remove 2 screws on the connector cover on the front panel and remove 4 screws on the side panel.
  • Page 20 (4) Mount the gender changer cover included in the stacking connector set (ST-1A, optional accessory) by using accessory screws. (5) Stack the PCD-400A units. (6) Fix the stacking units and pair of stacking board (CN-20, optional accessory) by using accessory screws.

  • Page 21: Procedures For Demounting Stacking Connector Set

    ● Before demounting the stacking connector set (ST-1A, optional accessory), be sure to demount the AC adapter. Or, it may cause trouble. This section describes how to demount the stacking connector set for resetting the PCD-400A to the original status.

  • Page 22: Connect Sensors

    Or, lead wire damage or operating lever failure may result in. In addition, these operations or degradation over time may break the operating lever. Contact KYOWA or our representative.
  • Page 23 UI-16A Input adapter with the one-touch lock type terminal block Press down a lock buttons by using an accessory tool or object with a fine head, insert a lead wire, and set back the lock buttons with your fingers. TEDS not supported For details of the quarter bridge system, half bridge system, and full bridge system, see "3-3-2 Input adapter and connection."...

  • Page 24: Input Adapter And Connection

    ● For wiring, use Kyowa's low-noise lead wire with shield (L-13, 14, 15, and 16) or 4-conductor shielded cables. In addition, locate the transducer far apart from power lines and wirings interfered with noise.
  • Page 25 Input adapter Applicable gage system Connection Remarks Quarter bridge system (2-wire system connection) Gage resistance: 120 ohm Quarter bridge system A : +BV (3-wire system connection) B : -SIG C : -BV Gage resistance: 120 ohm UI-15A D : +SIG UI-55A : Shield ○...

  • Page 26: Procedures For Connecting Lead Wires

    3-3-3 Procedures for connecting lead wires To connect sensors (not terminated with connector plug on the lead wire head), including strain gages: Peel off the coating from the lead wire head approximately 9 to 1 mm for connection. To connect sensors (terminated with NDIS connector plug on the lead wire head), including strain gage transducer: Use the following input adapters.
  • Page 27 (4) Gently pull the lead wire to check if it is securely inserted. NOTE ● For connection, always use the accessory small flat-head screwdriver or equivalent. ● When inserting/removing the accessory small flat-head screwdriver, do not swing it up and down more than necessary.
  • Page 28 Read this notes carefully in order to make full use of the high performance capabilities of an one-touch lock type terminal block. NOTES FOR USING ONE-TOUCH LOCK TYPE TERMINAL BLOCK ● Notes for connecting lead wires ● Press the following position. Do not press the front edge of the lock buttons.
  • Page 29 ● Insert the lead wire with its coating peeled off approx. 10 mm all the way to its end into the lead wire hole. The PCD-400A has the "Lead wire sample" at actual size on its front panel. The coating of the sample is peeled off for 10 mm.

  • Page 30: Mount/Demount The Input Adapter

    To demount the input adapter UI-10A, UI-11A, UI-15A, or UI-16A, remove the jackscrews. To mount the input adapter UI-10A, UI-11A, UI-15A, or UI-16A, joint the PCD-400A connector and input adapter connector correctly and fasten the jackscrews. Tightly fasten the jackscrews with a flat-head screwdriver.

  • Page 31: Connect The Power Supply

    (3) If the product is used at job site where induction motors, electric welder and other devices that generate noise are used, power supply condition may be insufficient due to noise. It is recommended to use KYOWA’s insulation transformer (optional: UPT-300B) or noise cut transformer.

  • Page 32: Connect The Dc Power

    Before connecting the DC power, check the power voltage. The power supply voltage range of the PCD-400A is 11 to 16 VDC. Be sure to keep the voltage range. Use the DC power 48W or more. (Capable of stacking the 4 PCD-400A units with 48W.) Supply DC power with the optional DC power cable (model: P-76).

  • Page 33: Setup The Usb Device Driver

    SETUP THE USB DEVICE DRIVER To control the PCD-400A via the USB interface, it is necessary to setup the USB device driver for the PCD- 400A in the PC. NOTE ● When setting up the USB device driver, log in to the Administrator account (e.g. Administrator).

  • Page 34: Connect The Usb Interface

    ● The number of USB cables is 1. ● When stacking multiple PCD-400A units, connect the USB cable to the master unit only. When connecting the USB cable to a slave unit, the "MASTER" LED lights up in orange. The PC does not...
  • Page 35 ● The number of USB cables is 1. ● When stacking multiple PCD-400A units, connect the USB cable to the master unit only. When connecting the USB cable to a slave unit, the "MASTER" LED lights up in orange. The PC does not...
  • Page 36 NOTE ● Do not connect multiple sets of stacking PCD-400A units into one PC. USB cable USB cable Not available Not available...

  • Page 37: Power On/Off

    3-8 POWER ON/OFF Press the POWER switch on the PCD-400A front panel to the '|' side to turn ON and, to the '○' side to turn OFF the PCD-400A. The "POWER" LED on the front panel lights up green while the PCD-400A is ON and the PCD-400A is working successfully.

  • Page 38: Led Status When Stacking Multiple Pcd-400A Units

    Power OFF Power OFF NOTE 1: You can stack up to 4 PCD-400A units. Do not stack 5 or more PCD-400A units. NOTE 2: Contact KYOWA or our representative. NOTE 3: When stacking multiple PCD-400A units, be sure to turn ON the all stacking PCD-400A units.

  • Page 39: Measure Data

    3) Turn ON the PC. Turn ON the PC to start up Windows. Connect the PC and PCD-400A by referring " 3-7 CONNECT THE USB INTERFACE ." 4) Turn ON the PCD-400A Turn ON the PCD-400A by referring " 3-8 POWER ON/OFF ."...

  • Page 40: Trouble Shooting

    If the product is damaged due to any causes other than as written in the Instruction Manual or if the user has disassembled or remodeled the product, Kyowa Electronic Instruments Co., Ltd. may not be able to offer repair service.
  • Page 41 ● Make sure the "Balance adjustment" is checked on the channel conditions. ● Make sure a sensor is connected to the input. The balance adjustment cannot be ● Make sure the input is within the balancing range. conducted. ⇒ Balancing range Within ±10000 μm/m ●...

  • Page 42: Maintenance

    Evaluation of operation product Once in a year and measuring accuracy Must be returned to KYOWA for the scheduled maintenance inspection. Table 6-2 Replacement of limited life parts Item Contents Service intervals The accessory AC adapter is a limited part.

  • Page 43: Technical Information

    It should be noted that the measured value includes the error due to the use of the extension cable. To compensate the above error, multiply the measured value by the compensation coefficient (calibration coefficient). The following table describes the compensation coefficient obtained by using Kyowa's extension cable (4-conductor shielded cab tire cable, 0.5 mm , Model: N81 to N85).

  • Page 44: Specifications

    8. SPECIFICATIONS (1) Name Sensor Interface (2) Model PCD-400A (3) Applicable Sensor Strain gage, strain gage transducer (4) Number of Channel (5) Synchronous Measurement Up to 4 units by 16 channels (6) Applicable Gage Resistance Quarter bridge system (2-wire and 3-wire)
  • Page 45 (19) TEDS Function Loading function from the TEDS sensor CH name writing function (For the manufacture ID: KYOWA only) (20) Interface USB 2.0(Compliant to the High-Speed, USB3.0 port supported) (21) Stability Zero point - temperature within ±0.2 μm/m/°C Sensitivity - temperature within ±0.05%/°C Zero point - time within ±1.0 μm/m/8h...

  • Page 46: Outside Drawing

    9. OUTSIDE DRAWING 9-1 PCD-400A (WITHOUT INPUT ADAPTER) 9-2 WITH INPUT ADAPTER UI-10A...

  • Page 47: With Input Adapter Ui-11A

    9-3 WITH INPUT ADAPTER UI-11A 9-4 WITH INPUT ADAPTER UI-15A...

  • Page 48: With Input Adapter Ui-16A

    9-5 WITH INPUT ADAPTER UI-16A 9-6 WITH INPUT ADAPTER UI-55A...

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