5500A/EP Enhancement Package
Users Manual
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2.
Edit metcal.ini.
You must edit metcal.ini on each workstation where a correction directory was
created so that the value of the "correctdir=" parameter is the directory path from
step 1. The metcal.ini file as shipped has "correctdir=none". The file metcal.ini is
located in the c:\windows directory. Use an ASCII editor like the Windows Notepad
to edit the file.
Establishing Traceability Information
To establish traceability, you need to enter asset and serial numbers for each instrument,
along with additional traceability information.
The instructions for entering traceability information is provided below for two different
MET/CAL 4.2 modes: Legacy and Database. Database mode uses new methods than
those in earlier versions of MET/CAL. For more information, refer to your Metrology
Software manuals.
Legacy Mode
1.
In Legacy mode, log into MET/CAL, and open up the MET/CAL administrator
application. In the Administrator, select File/Open, then select Traceability.
2.
To enter traceability information for the Fluke 5500A and the HP 3458A, select Edit
Traceability to open the Edit Trace Entry Dialog box. Select Fluke 5500A and
verify that the fields show the correct information. Edit the fields if necessary and
click OK when you are finished. Repeat for the HP 3458A.
3.
To enter traceability information for the switch accessory, select Add to open the
Add New Trace Entry dialog box. Type “Fluke 5500EP” into the top field. Fill in the
remainder of the dialog box and click OK when you are finished.
Note
The 5500A/EP does not require periodic calibration, but you must enter a
calibration interval. Enter a lengthy period of time in the Interval box that
permits infrequent calibration (i.e., 1095 days, or three years).
Database Mode
1.
In Database Mode, open the MET/CAL Manual Edit Tool. Select Records/New to
open the Inventory screen.
2.
In the Inventory screen, fill in the asset number for one of the three instruments, and
fill out the remaining information. Repeat for each instrument: the Fluke 5500A, the
HP 3458A, and the Fluke 5500A/EP.
