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SRS Labs QMS 100 Series User Manual

SRS Labs QMS 100 Series User Manual (280 pages)

Gas Analyzer

Brand: SRS Labs | Category: Measuring Instruments | Size: 3 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents

3
- Safety
  4
- Fast Start
  6
- Specifications
  7
- Materials List
  9
- Calibration Log
  10
. Introduction & Operation

11
- Chapter 1 . Introduction & Operation
  
  12
  - Introduction
    12
    
    External Connections
    13
  - What's Inside
    14
    
    Gas Handling Subsystem
    14
    
    Operating Orientation
    14
    
    Mass Spectrometer
    16
  - Operation
    17
    
    Front Panel Operation
    18
    
    Continuous Sample Mode
    20
    
    Startup Just the Pumps
    20
    
    Startup the Sample Flow
    20
    
    Idle
    21
    
    Shutdown
    21
    
    Batch Analyze Mode
    22
    
    Microcontroller Error Checks
    23
    
    Operating Modes of the Spectrometer
    24
    
    The RGA as a Mass Spectrometer
    24
    
    The RGA as a Single Gas Monitor
    25
    
    The RGA as a Total Pressure Gauge
    25
  - Mass Spectrometry Basics
    26
    
    How Mass Spectra Are Interpreted
    26
    
    Partial Pressure Measurement
    27
    
    Partial Pressure Sensitivity Factors
    28
. Windows Software

31
- Chapter 2. Windows Software
  
  31
  - Overview
    33
    
    Program Structure
    33
    
    RGA Files
    33
    
    RGA Files (.Rga)
    33
    
    RGA Scan Log Files (.Ana .Hst .Tbl)
    33
  - System Requirements
    34
  - Getting Started
    34
    
    RGA ASCII Data Files (.Txt)
    34
    
    RGA Graph Metafiles (.Wmf)
    34
    
    Connecting to a Head
    35
    
    Shutting down the RGA System
    35
    
    Starting the RGA Software
    35
  - Features and Operation
    36
    
    Display Modes
    36
    
    Multiple Head Operation
    36
    
    The RGA Window
    36
    
    Analog (Mode Menu)
    37
    
    Histogram (Mode Menu)
    37
    
    P Vs. T (Mode Menu)
    38
    
    Annunciator (Mode Menu)
    39
    
    Leak Test (Mode Menu)
    39
    
    Data Acquisition
    40
    
    Library (Mode Menu)
    40
    
    Graph Management
    41
    
    Scan Data Logging
    41
    
    Head Management
    42
    
    Sensitivity Factors
    42
    
    Spectrum Analysis
    42
  - RGA Head and Scan Parameters
    43
    
    Background Data
    43
    
    Changing Scanning Parameters
    43
    
    Changing Head Parameters
    44
    
    Changing Scan Trigger Rates
    44
  - Display Modes
    45
    
    Scanning with the Filament off
    45
    
    Changing Display Modes
    46
    
    Manual Scaling of Graphs
    46
    
    Running in Split Display Mode
    46
    
    Using Scan Data as Background
    46
  - General Utilities
    47
    
    Using the Data Cursors
    47
    
    Logging Scans
    48
    
    Scheduled Saving of Data
    48
    
    Viewing Scans
    48
    
    Analyzing the Mass Spectrum
    49
    
    Browsing through the Gas Library
    49
    
    Spectrum Analysis Description
    49
  - Head Calibration and Security
    50
    
    Analysis Procedure
    50
    
    Pressure Reduction
    50
    
    Tuning the RGA Sensitivity
    50
    
    Adjusting the CEM Gain
    51
    
    Peak Tuning the RGA Head
    52
  - RGA On-Line Help
    53
    
    Help Index
    53
    
    Help Search
    53
    
    Securing the RGA Head
    53
    
    Commonly Asked Questions
    54
    
    Sample Scans
    54
. Measurement Techniques

55
- Calibration
  56
- Techniques
  70
- Glossary
  73
Table of Contents

81
- Safety
  82
- Specifications
  83
- Materials List
  85
- Command List
  86
. Principles of Operation

89
- Internal View
  90
- Overall System
  91
  - Power
    91
  - Controller
    91
  - Structure
    92
  - Exhaust
    92
- Pressure Reducing Inlet
  93
  - Flow Calculations
    94
  - Diaphragm Pump
    96
  - Turbo Pump
    97
- Capillary Design
  98
  - Length & Bore
    98
  - Materials and Fittings
    100
  - Extensions
    101
. Quadrupole Spectrometer

103
- Introduction
  104
- Ecu
  105
  - Rs232/Dce/28.8K Connector
    105
  - Calibration Lockout
    105
- Electrometer
  107
  - Detection Limit Vs. Scan Rate
    107
  - Adjusting the Zero of the Ion Detector
    108
- Mass Filter Power Supply
  109
- Ionizer
  110
  - Description
    110
  - Principle of Operation
    111
  - Parameter Settings
    112
- Quadrupole Mass Filter
  114
  - Description
    114
  - Principle of Operation
    115
  - Mass Range, Resolution and Throughput
    116
  - Zero Blast Suppression
    118
- Ion Detector
  119
  - Description
    119
  - Faraday Cup Operation
    120
  - Electron Multiplier Operation
    120
. Programming the Rga

125
- Chapter 3. Programming the RGA
  
  125
  - Introduction
    127
  - The RGA COM Utility
    128
  - Command Syntax
    129
    
    Examples of Command Formats
    129
    
    Programming Tips
    130
  - Communication Errors
    131
    
    Parameter Errors
    131
    
    Jumper Protection Violation
    132
    
    Troubleshooting the RGA Communications
    132
  - Programming the RGA ECU
    133
    
    Initializing the RGA ECU
    133
    
    Programming the Ionizer
    134
    
    Programming the Detector
    135
    
    Setting up Analog Scans
    137
    
    Setting up Histogram Scans
    138
    
    Single Mass Measurements
    140
    
    Total Pressure Measurements
    142
    
    Storing Information in the RGA ECU
    143
    
    Programming the Quadrupole Mass Filter
    144
    
    Error Checking the RGA
    145
  - RGA Command Set
    149
    
    In0, In1, In2
    150
    
    Initialization Commands
    150
    
    Dgparam, Param: 0 - 20
    152
    
    Flparam, Param: 0.00 - 3.50
    154
    
    Ieparam, Param: 0,1
    155
    
    Vfparam, Param: 0 - 150
    156
    
    Detection Control Commands
    158
    
    Hvparam, Param: 0 - 2490
    160
    
    Nfparam, Param: 0 - 7
    162
    
    Scan and Measurement Commands
    164
    
    Hsparam, Param:0 - 255
    165
    
    Mfparam, Param: 1 - M_MAX
    167
    
    Miparam, Param: 1 - M_MAX
    168
    
    Mrparam, Param:0 - M_MAX
    168
    
    Saparam, Param: 10 - 25
    170
    
    Sc[Param], Param: 0 - 255
    171
    
    Tp?, Tp0, Tp1
    173
  - Parameter Storage Commands
    175
    
    Mvparam, Param: 0 - 2490
    175
    
    Spparam, Param:0.0000 - 10.0000
    176
    
    Stparam, Param:0.0000 - 100.0000
    177
  - Mass Filter Control Commands
    178
    
    Mlparam, Param: 0.0000 - M_MAX
    178
  - Error Reporting Commands
    179
  - Tuning Commands
    184
    
    Diparam, Param: 0 - 255
    184
    
    Dsparam, Param: -0.8500 - +0.8500
    185
    
    Riparam, Param: -86.0000 - +86.0000, *, ?, None
    187
  - Error Byte Definitions
    190
. Trouble Shooting

195
- Chapter 4. Trouble Shooting
  
  195
  - System Problems
    196
    
    Diaphragm Pump Does Not Start
    196
    
    RGA Fails after Capillary Flow Valve Opened
    196
    
    Turbo Pump Does Not Reach Full Speed
    196
    
    Turbo Pump Does Not Start
    196
    
    Loud Noises While Shutting down
    197
    
    Nothing Operates
    197
  - Internal Error Detection in the SRS RGA
    198
    
    24V DC Power Supply
    199
    
    Electrometer
    199
    
    Quadrupole Mass Filter RF P/S
    200
    
    Filament's Background Protection Mode
    201
  - Windows Software Error Codes
    202
    
    Det1
    202
    
    Det3
    202
    
    Det4
    202
    
    Det5
    203
    
    Det6
    203
    
    Det7
    203
    
    Em7
    204
    
    Fl6
    204
    
    Fl7
    205
    
    Ps6
    205
    
    Ps7
    206
    
    Rf4
    206
    
    Rf6
    206
    
    Rf7
    207
. Service

209
- Chapter 5. Service
  
  209
  - Warnings
    210
  - Component Notes
    211
    
    Diaphragm Pump
    211
    
    Gas Handling Components
    211
    
    Turbo Pump
    211
    
    Fittings and Seals
    212
    
    CDEM Handling and Care
    213
    
    Contamination
    213
    
    Handling and Mounting
    213
    
    Initial Pump-Down
    213
    
    Operating Temperature & Pressure
    213
    
    Operating Voltage
    213
    
    CDEM Pre-Conditioning
    214
    
    Storage
    214
  - Accessing Internal Components
    215
    
    Opening the Chassis
    215
    
    Internal View
    216
    
    Removing the RGA ECU
    217
    
    Removing the RGA Probe
    217
  - General Checks
    219
    
    Internal Fuses
    219
    
    Leak Testing
    219
    
    Pressure Gauge Recalibration
    219
  - Cleaning
    221
    
    Bake-Out
    221
    
    CDEM Cleaning
    222
    
    Ionizer Degas
    222
    
    Quadrupole Filter Cleaning
    223
  - Component Replacement
    228
    
    Ionizer Replacement
    228
    
    Filament Replacement
    231
    
    CDEM Replacement
    233
  - Replacement Parts
    236
  - Factory Service
    237
Appendix A. System Electronics

239
- Description of Schematics
  240
  - Schematic: MCA_C1
    240
  - Schematic: MCA_C2
    241
  - Schematic: MCA_D1
    241
- Parts List
  242
Appendix B Rga Circuit Description

246
- Appendix Brga Circuit Description
  
  246
  - Overview of the RGA
    248
  - Circuit Description
    249
    
    General Description
    249
  - Circuit Boards
    250
  - Description of Schematics
    251
    
    Digital I/O Ports
    251
    
    Microprocessor
    251
    
    The LED Port
    252
    
    The MPX Port
    252
    
    Clocks
    253
    
    The MISC Port
    253
    
    RS232 Interface
    254
  - Schematic Name: QMSE_T2
    254
    
    I/V Calibration
    254
    
    DC Control Voltages
    255
    
    Power-Up Conditioning
    255
    
    Foldback Current Limiting
    256
    
    RF Amplitude Control
    256
    
    RF Amplitude Detection
    256
  - Schematic Name: QMSE_B1
    257
    
    Mass Filter RF Supply
    257
    
    DC Potentials
    258
  - Schematic Name: QMSE_B2
    258
    
    Filament Heater Supply
    258
    
    Bias Regulators
    259
  - Schematic Name: QMSE_B3
    260
    
    Power Supplies
    260
  - Schematic Name: QMSE_V1
    260
    
    Signal Conditioning
    260
  - Schematic Name: QMSE_V2
    262
    
    Parts Lists
    263
    
    Top Board Components Parts List
    263
    
    Bottom Board Parts List
    268
    
    Vertical Board Parts List
    275
- Appendix C. Drawings & Schematics
  
  279

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