OPERATION 4
AHCTS Series User’s Guide
B
ACK
P
ANEL
I
NPUTS
The back of the stand display unit contains various interface connections.
Transducer Input
(10-pin connector).
To install or remove the cable simply push in or pull out. Do this by gripping the outer
metal case of the cable and NEVER from the cord itself.
THIS IS NOT A TWIST LOCK
CABLE! IMPORTANT! REMOVE CABLE FOR SHIPPING & TRANSPORTING!!
DC In
The interface for the AC Adapter supplied with the unit. Use this if you are working under
Mains power. Use only the AC adapter provided with the unit. Use of another power
source will void the warranty and may cause severe damage to the display.
RS-232
If you are downloading to a printer, data collector, computer, etc., this is the mini-plug
interface for the RS-232 cable. Values are sent via RS-232 every time the unit auto-clears
or the ENT/CLR button is pressed
C
HARGING THE
B
ATTERIES
1. The battery life is approximately 12 hours when fully charged. The Low-Battery
indicator on the display will illuminate when the battery voltage is low. After this
indication the user has approximately 15-30 minutes before the batteries will no
longer power the unit.
2. The batteries charge when the system is plugged-in. In Fast Charge mode ( i.e. the
unit is plugged in and the power is
OFF),
charge time is 2- 4 hours depending on
charge level. The green LED on the front panel will flash when the battery is charging
and turned off. It is recommended the tester be plugged in when not in use. This will
not harm the unit and will increase battery life.
Note:
If the tester is stored for several months, ensure the battery is completely charged
prior to storage.
