Model ESM301 Programmable Force Test Stand
6 OPERATING MODES
6.1 Mode Overview
The ESM301 can be operated in three modes:
1. Basic Mode
Manual control of crosshead motion.
2. Auto Return Mode
Crosshead moves to a limit switch, force set point, or
travel distance, whichever occurs first, then reverses
and moves at maximum speed to the other limit, which-
ever occurs first.
3. Cycling Mode
Crosshead cycles between limits at the selected speed,
and pauses at each limit or set point for a selected pe-
riod of time.
4. PC Mode
Test stand is controlled through a serial connection with
a computer.
The Operating Mode screen appears as follows:
+
Increases the number in increments of 1. Holding
down
+
will increment at an increasingly faster rate. If
9999 is reached the next number will be 0000 and
continue incrementing.
–
Decreases the number in increments of 1. Holding
down
–
will decrement at an increasingly faster rate. If
0000 is reached the next number will be 9999 and
continue decrementing.
ENTR
Returns to the Test Parameter Setup menu
ESC
Exits the parameter without saving changes
m e n u m i n m a x S E T
S p e e d :
. 0 0
0
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