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Magtrol Model 3410 Torque Display
Chapter 5 – Computer Controlled Operation
OPERA
TION
5.2
3410 COMMAND SET
When entering a command code:
1. Type all characters in uppercase ASCII format.
2. End all commands with a CR-LF (hex 0D-0A).
3. Do not string multiple commands together in one line.
The character # represents a floating-point numerical value following the command. Leading zeroes
are not required.
Note:
If a command is not recognized, a COMMAND ERROR CR-LF
string return will occur accompanied by a beep.
5.2.1
C
ommuniCation
C
ommands
Command
Code
Function
Explanation
*IDN?
Returns Magtrol identification
and software revision.
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OD
Prompts to return speed-
torque-direction data string.
Output Data prompt to return data string with
this format:
SxxxxxTxxxxxRcrlf
or
SxxxxxTxxxxxLcrlf
R or L is the shaft direction indicator, as viewed
looking at the dynamometer shaft where:
R = right; clockwise (CW)
L = left; counterclockwise (CCW)
The speed will equal the displayed value
and the torque will be in the same units as
displayed on the front panel.
OV
Reads voltage applied to A/D
channel in mV.
Output Data prompt to return data string with
this format:
XXXXXX.XXX
OS
Read speed value with more
accuracy.
Output Data prompt to return data string with
this format:
XXXXXX.XXXX
5.2.2
s
etuP
C
ommands
Command
Code
Function
Explanation
BITE
Activates built-in test function.
The display will flash “BITE”, then provide the
full-scale voltage at the input of the unit. After
5 seconds, the display automatically returns to
the Main Menu.
M1
Enables rear panel controls.
Use this command to enable rear panel control
of most functions.