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Summarization of Contents
General
Information to this Manual
Explains manual purpose, access, and adherence to safety procedures.
CE Conformity and Standards
Lists product conformity to DIN EN 61326-1, IEC 60825-1, and RoHS standards.
Limitation of Liability
Outlines producer's non-liability for damages due to misuse or unauthorized modifications.
PID controller
Describes the PID controller for temperature control and accuracy dependencies.
Terms of Warranty
Details the 24-month warranty period, exclusions, and customer responsibilities.
Safety
Use of the Manual
Emphasizes reading and understanding the manual before operation by trained personnel.
Supplementary Information about the Operation
Explains symbols for notes, indicating potential hazards or providing useful tips.
Responsibility of the Operator
Defines operator responsibilities for workplace safety, accident prevention, and environmental protection.
Warning Notes
Introduces symbols for warnings, restrictions, preventive measures, and safety instructions.
Electrical Connection
Covers safety guidelines for mains voltage connection, warning of lethal supply voltage.
Laser Targeting Light
Details laser targeting light class, emission, and safety instructions for its use.
Through-lens Sighting / View Finder
Describes view finder use for high temps and eye protection safety measures.
Device Labels
Mentions type labels and warning stickers, stressing visibility and legibility post-installation.
Overview
Intended Use
Describes Metis M3/H3 pyrometers for non-contact temperature measurement of metals, ceramics, etc.
Scope of Delivery
Lists pyrometer, software, works certificate, and user manual included in the delivery.
Model Designs
Illustrates standard models and fiber optic variants, labeling various components.
Identification Label
Explains information on the device label: manufacturer, serial number, and technical details.
Electrical Connection
Cable Colors and Pin Assignment
Details the 17-pin connector pinout, cable colors, and functions for interfaces.
Power Supply
Explains connecting the 24 V DC supply voltage and the need for a slow-blow fuse.
Factory Settings
Lists default parameters and their factory settings for temperature, response, I/O, and PID.
Analog Output 1 and 2
Describes adjustable analog outputs (0-20 mA or 4-20 mA) and their signal assignments.
Digital Inputs / Outputs and Analog Input
Explains function and configuration of digital inputs/outputs and analog input ports.
Serial Interface RS232 / RS485
Details serial interface for communication, speed limits, and connection diagrams.
Interface Converter (Accessory)
Describes using an interface converter for PC connection and driver installation.
Shielding
Explains the importance of shielded cables for EMC and shield connection.
Camera Module
Mentions the connector for camera module output signal (FBAS).
Mechanical Installation
Mounting
Covers mounting options using rails, threaded screws, and vibration isolation.
Mounting Optical Fiber / Optics (optical fiber devices)
Details mounting optical fibers, including bending radius and winding instructions.
Bending Radius Optical Fiber
Provides minimum bending radius guidance for optical fibers based on color code.
Winding and Unwinding the Optical Fiber
Instructs on proper fiber handling during winding/unwinding to avoid damage.
Mounting of Optical Fiber
Explains proper fiber assignment and installation steps, including protective caps.
Connect the Optics
Details connecting optical fiber connectors to optics, emphasizing hand-tightening.
Ambient Temperature
Specifies operating ambient temperature limits for M3/H3 models and effects of exceeding them.
Ratio Technology / Alignment onto the Measuring Object
Explains 2-color pyrometer principles and alignment importance for accurate measurement.
Alignment with the Laser Targeting Light
Guides on using laser targeting light for alignment and its operation/safety.
Alignment with the Through Lens Sighting / View Finder
Explains using view finder for alignment and eye protection safety for high temps.
Alignment with the Camera Module
Describes alignment using a camera module via composite video output.
Setting the Measuring / Focus Distance
Covers setting focal distance for optimal spot size, with focusable optics.
Manually Focusable Optics
Details manual adjustment steps for focusable optics using locking rings.
Motorized Focus Optics (only M3)
Explains setting focus distance via software or interface commands for motorized focus.
Manually Focusable Fiber Optic Lenses
Guides on focusing fiber optic lenses by adjusting the rear optics part.
Spot Size Tables
Presents tables of spot size diameter for different models, optics, and distances.
Manually Adjusted or Motorized Focus Optics
Provides spot size data for manually adjusted or motorized focus optics.
Focusable Fiber-Optic Lenses
Lists spot size diameters for focusable fiber-optic lenses by distance and optics type.
Calculation of the Spot Size Diameter outside the Focused Distance
Provides formulas for calculating spot size diameter at distances other than the focused one.
Pyrometer Parameters / Settings
Emissivity Slope
Explains emissivity slope correction for accurate measurements on different materials.
Emissivity ε (when used in single-channel mode)
Details emissivity adjustment for single-channel mode, including material-specific values.
Transmittance
Explains the importance of considering window transmittance for accurate measurements.
Spot Size Fill Factor
Describes the fill factor for single-color measurements of smaller objects.
Switch-off Level
Covers automatic measurement switch-off due to low signal strength and related settings.
Switch-off Verification
Allows setting a time delay for when switch-off due to low signal strength takes effect.
Dirty Window Alarm
Explains signal strength monitoring for detecting contamination and triggering an alarm.
Response Time t90
Details response time settings for tracking temperature changes and their impact.
Dynamic Adaptation at Low Signal Levels (only M3)
Describes automatic response time adjustment for M3 models at low signal levels.
Maximum Value Storage (Peak Picker) / Clear Time tcL
Explains peak picker function for storing highest values and its clearing options.
Temperature Sub Range
Allows adjusting temperature sub-ranges for measurement conditions and analog output resolution.
Customize Analog Output
Covers independent setting of analog outputs, including limiting or enlarging the range.
Analog Output
Details analog output assignments for signals like temperature, controller output, etc.
Test Current
Describes setting a test current for analog outputs on the device or via software.
Upscale-Burnout
Explains upscale-burnout function for analog output during sudden shadowing.
Interface Type (only M3)
Specifies interface options (RS232 or RS485) for M3 models.
Baud Rate
Details setting the baud rate for serial interfaces RS232 and RS485.
Temperature Unit
Allows selection of temperature display units (°C or °F).
Address
Covers assigning device addresses for RS485 bus operation.
Interface Delay / Answer Delay
Explains setting interface delay to improve RS485 communication reliability.
SensorTools Software
Program Start / Connecting the Pyrometer
Guides on installing and starting SensorTools software and connecting a pyrometer.
SensorTools Software
Overview of the software interface, identified devices, and essential measuring parameters.
Device configuration
Details device configuration, data collection, service functions, and interface settings.
Main Window → Graphs
Explains main window display of temp. profiles and X-axis scaling.
Control Window
Details control window functions: measuring modes, setpoints, and parameter adjustments.
Adapt parameters
How to adapt parameters like response time, storage mode, and emissivity.
Quick adjustment of parameters
Quick saving and loading of parameter sets.
Device Settings and Configuration
Basic device settings: temp. sub-range, analog outputs, and digital I/O.
Configure temp. sub range
Setting the temperature sub-range for measurement.
Configure analog outputs
Configuring analog output modes (0-20mA/4-20mA) and test functions.
Configure digital inputs / outputs
Configuring digital inputs/outputs with functions and logic settings.
Digital Input / Output Configuration
Assigning functions to digital inputs/outputs and configuring setup activation.
Data Collection (Buffer Mode)
Configures data collection, display modes, data formats, and buffer modes.
Single-Point Adjustment
Guides on readjusting pyrometer for specific temperatures and calibration sources.
PID Controller
Describes integrated PID controller, setpoint, and parameter entry via software.
PID parameters
Explains PID parameters: proportional band, integral time, and derivative time.
Power adaptation
Details power adaptation settings: P-min, P-max, P-zsc, and P-dynamic.
Other functions
Covers setpoint limits, deviation, and AutoTune settings for PID controller.
Setups
Explains storing and activating up to 7 parameter settings (setups) using digital inputs.
Data Playback
Guides on opening playback window to view recorded measurement data and perform selections.
Communication / Options
Covers language, firmware updates, software version checks, and terminal functions.
Spot Size Calculator
Introduces spot size calculator for determining spot size diameter based on distance.
Technical Data
Device-specific M3
Lists technical specifications for M3 models: temperature ranges, spectral range, detector.
Device-specific H3
Lists technical specifications for H3 models: temperature ranges, spectral range, detector.
Common Data
Lists common technical data: emissivity, transmission, power supply, etc.
Dimensions
Provides dimensional drawings for manual focus, motorized focus, and fiber optics devices.
Composition of the Type Number
Explains how the 22-digit model number encodes various device specifications.
Accessories
Lists available accessories with their reference numbers and meanings.
Maintenance
Cleaning
Provides instructions for cleaning the pyrometer lens using soft cloth and acetone.
Pyrometer Calibration
Recommends periodic calibration and recalibration procedures for accuracy.
Trouble-Shooting
Guides on interpreting malfunction indicators (red LED) and using service files for support.
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