2
SECTION 2
CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS
Note:
Pt = Pitot and Ps = Static
2.1
FRONT PANEL
The front panel of the 6500 is shown in Figure 2.1 The various components of the front panel
are described below.
[1]
Power ON/OFF switch
This is a Push On / Push Off switch. In the depressed position the switch in ON. This switch
is used to connect AC power to the unit. When power is applied to the unit, the front panel
display will be illuminated.
[2]
Contrast Control knob
This single-turn knob is used to adjust the viewing angle of the display.
[3]
Remote Connection
An optional Remote Unit may be connected to the 6500 at this connector.
[4]
Ps Test Port
This 1/8 – NPT port is the Ps (Static) port of the unit. This port can be used to connect to the
Static port of the Unit Under Test (UUT). This port will have a factory-installed AN-4 fitting.
This port is “Teed” into the Ps port on the rear panel.
Caution: If this port is not connected to a UUT then it must be plugged/ capped while the
6500 is operational.
Caution: A Unit Under Test must not be connected to this port or disconnected from this
port unless the 6500 is in Measure Mode.
Caution: Do not connect the UUT to this port while performing the Self Test.