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3- Basic Operations ......................................... 3-1

Overview................................................................ 3-1
Selecting a Channel for Specific Functions ........... 3-2

Procedure ........................................................... 3-2

Selecting Pre-Programmed Display Units.............. 3-3

BetaPort–DC Module ........................................ 3-3
BetaPort–P Pressure Module ............................. 3-4

Selecting a Water Column Measurement ....... 3-5

Procedure ................................................... 3-6

Zeroing Modules.................................................... 3-6

Zeroing Pressure Modules ................................. 3-7

Zeroing a Gauge Zero Reference Module...... 3-7
Zeroing an Absolute Zero Reference Module 3-8

Zeroing DC Modules .......................................3 -10

Zeroing the Volts Input ................................3 -10
Zeroing the Milliamp Input ..........................3 -11

Setting the Damping Factor for Ch1/Ch2 ............3 -12

Reset Damping Guidelines............................... 3 -13
Procedure ......................................................... 3 -13

Viewing Module Information ..............................3 -14

Procedure ......................................................... 3 -14

Programming Trip Detection ............................... 3 -15

Wet Contacts....................................................3 -15
Dry Contacts ....................................................3 -16
Hints for Accurate Trip Measurements............3 -16

Field Instrument Selection ........................... 3 -16
Pressure Source Adjustment ........................3 -17
Pressure Signal Ramping ............................. 3 -17

Preliminary Setup ............................................3 -18
Procedure ......................................................... 3 -19

4- User Preferences ......................................... 4-1

Overview................................................................ 4-1
Programming and Viewing Calibrator Information 4-2

Entering Owner Identification ........................... 4-2
Viewing Calibrator Information......................... 4-3

Turning the Keypad Beep On/Off.......................... 4-3

Procedure ........................................................... 4-3

Summary of Contents for BetaGauge II

Page 1: ...BetaGauge II Pressure Calibrator User Guide ...

Page 2: ...rdware or software represented by this document without the express written permission of Martel Electronics Corporation is prohibited This document is an unpublished work of Martel Electronics Corporation and is subject to LIMITED DISTRIBUTION AND RESTRICTED DISCLOSURE only Trademarks Product or service names used or referenced in italics are trademarks or service marks of their respective manufa...

Page 3: ...on Keys 1 6 Number Keys 1 6 Special Keys 1 7 Menus 1 8 Setup Menu 1 9 Calib Menu 1 11 Accessing the Menu Items 1 11 Procedure 1 11 2 Input Modules 2 1 Overview 2 1 Installing and Removing Modules 2 2 Installation Procedure 2 2 Removal Procedure 2 3 Input Module Connections 2 3 BetaPort DC Electrical Modules 2 3 Procedure 2 4 BetaPort P Pressure Modules 2 5 Procedure 2 5 Pressure Module Media Compa...

Page 4: ...olts Input 3 10 Zeroing the Milliamp Input 3 11 Setting the Damping Factor for Ch1 Ch2 3 12 Reset Damping Guidelines 3 13 Procedure 3 13 Viewing Module Information 3 14 Procedure 3 14 Programming Trip Detection 3 15 Wet Contacts 3 15 Dry Contacts 3 16 Hints for Accurate Trip Measurements 3 16 Field Instrument Selection 3 16 Pressure Source Adjustment 3 17 Pressure Signal Ramping 3 17 Preliminary S...

Page 5: ... 4 12 5 Advanced Display Modes 5 1 Overview 5 1 Programming a User Defined Pressure Unit 5 1 Procedure 5 2 Programming Display Modes for BetaPort DC Modules 5 4 Engineering Unit Display 5 4 Defining a Unit Label 5 5 Defining the Field Instrument Type 5 6 Defining Engineering Low High Values 5 7 Percent Scale Display 5 8 Defining the Field Instrument Type 5 9 Defining the Expected Low High Values 5...

Page 6: ...thod 1 6 14 Method 2 6 16 Method 3 6 18 Method 4 6 20 Electrical to Electrical Test 6 22 SYS Mode 6 23 Method 1 6 24 Method 2 6 26 Pressure to Pressure Test 6 28 Conventional Mode 6 28 SYS Mode 6 30 Method 1 6 32 Method 2 6 34 Method 3 6 36 Temperature to Electrical Test 6 38 SYS Mode 6 39 Method 1 6 40 Method 2 6 42 Electrical Indicator or Loop Test 6 44 Conventional Mode 6 44 SYS Mode 6 46 Press...

Page 7: ...Points for a Specific Tag 7 8 Viewing the Calibration Results for a Specific Tag 7 9 Accessing the Back Screen Level 7 10 Back Screen Description 7 10 Menu Items 7 11 Erasing Data for a Specific Tag 7 12 Accessing the Execute Level 7 13 Test Setup Screen Description 7 13 Choosing Appropriate Modules 7 15 Example 1 Over Pressure Protection 7 15 Example 2 Ensuring Proper Module Accuracy 7 15 Accessi...

Page 8: ...viii Specifying Post Test Status Information 7 23 ...

Page 9: ...trinsically Safe Battery Pack optional A 10 Procedure A 10 B Specifications B 1 Available Pressure Ranges B 1 Gauge PSIG B 1 Sealed Gauge PSIG B 1 Vacuum PSIG B 1 Absolute PSIA B 2 Compound PSIG B 2 Differential PSID B 2 Other Pressure Units Keypad Selectable B 3 Available Electrical Ranges B 4 Voltage B 4 Current B 4 Accuracy B 4 Pressure B 4 Electrical B 4 Environmental B 5 Temperature B 5 Relat...

Page 10: ... Electrical Connections B 6 Weight B 6 Size B 6 C Conversion Factors C 1 Overview C 1 D Service Information D 1 Service Schedule D 1 Return Information D 2 Return Authorization D 2 Packaging D 2 Limited Warranty D 3 Calibrator Registration D 4 Manual Registration D 4 ...

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Page 12: ...u In addition it provides information on standard and optional equipment Section 2 describes the two types of input modules available for the BetaGauge II It also explains how to install and remove modules and how to connect field devices to both module types Section 3 explains how to perform basic BetaGauge II operations such as specifying pre programmed display units zeroing displayed values and...

Page 13: ...information Appendix B lists the detailed specifications for the BetaGauge II Appendix C lists the pressure conversion factors for converting pounds per square inch PSI to other pressure units Appendix D describes the necessary service required for the BetaGauge II In addition it explains how to contact the factory for technical support and how to arrange for any needed servicing This section also...

Page 14: ...es 1 800 821 0023 Outside the United States 1 603 434 1433 E Mail sales martelcorp com Please tell us how to contact you if we have any questions or follow up to your inquiry Factory Sales To purchase optional items or additional modules for the BetaGauge II please contact us at the numbers above You can also visit our web site to view our other calibration products download product information an...

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Page 16: ...sure calibrator is the most advanced and accurate handheld pressure calibrator available today Its 3 inch diagonal liquid crystal display LCD membrane keypad and user prompt programming make the BetaGauge II easy to operate An illustration is shown below Figure 1 1 BetaGauge II ...

Page 17: ... carrying three modules this user guide and communications cables There is also space for fittings or other connectors if needed Bottom Flap A flap at the bottom of the case is secured with Velcro You can loosen the flap to install and use modules while the calibrator is in the case Keep the flap closed when the calibrator is not in use to keep foreign material out of the module bays Front Flap Th...

Page 18: ...yl carrying case One 9 pin D shell to 9 pin D shell serial cable Optional Equipment The BetaGauge II is available with any of the following options Additional standard input modules 28 pressure ranges to choose from Vacuum and pressure pumps Quick charge battery pack with internal conditioner Intrinsically safe battery pack for CSA Exia rated main units Battery charger for quick charge battery pac...

Page 19: ...ppears to the left of this section and the approximate battery voltage indicator appears to the right Channel 1 Input Information This section displays the current Channel 1 input reading in pressure units Volts or milliamps Channel 2 Input Information This section displays the current Channel 2 reading in pressure units Volts or milliamps Display Screen This section shows the current menu the cur...

Page 20: ...nter data scroll through the menus and select menu items A sample keypad is shown below Figure 1 3 BetaGauge II Keypad The BetaGauge II keypad consists of the following key groups Channel keys Function keys Number keys Special keys Each of the key groups are described on the following pages ...

Page 21: ...annel 2 data appears in the bottom half Function Keys The function keys F1 through F4 across the top of the keypad allow you to select specific menu items These menu items appear across the bottom row of the LCD You can select menu items by pressing the function key directly beneath the selection you want to make The function of each key changes depending upon the menu currently displayed Number K...

Page 22: ...u and the Calibration menu ON OFF Turn the BetaGauge II on and off ZERO Set any displayed value to zero Starburst Toggle a display backlight on and off as needed Refer to Section 4 for information on how to set the time delay for the backlight shut off CLR Exit the current display screen and return to the previous menu BAT Read the exact battery voltage Up Down Arrows Scroll through alphanumerical...

Page 23: ...s Shaded Program Selections not shaded Setup Menu Trip 1 Dis Enab Reset Unit Damp 0 0s 2 0s 5 0s 10 0s V mA 1 Sys MasterCAL IMMS SYS Mode Owner Beep Dis Enab LCD LED Contrast Light Dark Off Dis Enab Set Mod CH1 CH2 time Sec Min Hrs Date Day Month Year Format dmy mdy ymd 12 24Hr Mode P I I P Other User Fnc P I I P Other Calibrate Menu Main Info Prty Ver 1 Only Available on the DC Input Module ...

Page 24: ...Select voltage or milliamp measurements when using a BetaPort DC module Sys Access the BetaGauge II s Documenting Calibrator SYS Mode Refer to Section 7 for more information Owner View the owner identification the serial number of the calibrator and the last factory acceptance date of the calibrator Refer to Section 4 for more information Beep Enable or disable the keypad beep Refer to Section 4 f...

Page 25: ... time and date Refer to Section 4 for more information Mode Set up the calibrator for using advanced display modes such as user defined pressure units percent scale percent error etc Refer to Section 5 for more information User Define a unit name for a user defined unit and for pressure units the value with respect to one psi Refer to Section 5 for more information Fnc Set up the calibrator for ad...

Page 26: ... When you first power up the calibrator the bottom of the display appears as shown below NOTE The display automatically defaults to the Setup menu and shows the first four Setup menu items Procedure To access the Setup menu and the Calib menu 1 Make sure the power is on The first four items on the Setup menu display automatically 2 To access the other Setup menu items continue pressing the Menu ke...

Page 27: ...General Description 1 12 ...

Page 28: ...e for the BetaGauge II BetaPort DC electrical modules BetaPort P pressure modules You may combine these two module types in the following ways One BetaPort DC electrical module and one BetaPort P pressure module or Two BetaPort P pressure modules WARNING Do not simultaneously install two BetaPort DC electrical modules in the calibrator The calibrator is not designed to permit operation with two el...

Page 29: ...reless handling of a module could result in damage to the module s miniature data connector Installation Procedure Use the following procedure to install a module into the BetaGauge II 1 Insert the connector end of the module into the appropriate module bay Make sure the serial number label faces up 2 Insert the module into the module bay until it is seated approximately inches of the module will ...

Page 30: ... MOD Input Module Connections The following paragraphs describe how to connect the BetaGauge II to field instruments for measuring pressure and electrical signals BetaPort DC Electrical Modules To make electrical connections to the BetaPort DC module use standard banana jacks on inch 19 mm centers The factory test lead connector is a dual banana connector with the common pin marked by a tab Replac...

Page 31: ...lack terminal marked with a on the module 2 Insert the opposite pin into the positive red terminal marked with a on the side labeled V for voltage measurement and mA for milliamp measurement NOTE The BetaPort DC module is protected from damage against misconnection to high voltages up to 120 Volts In the event that the module is misconnected to a high voltage the module should be checked for corre...

Page 32: ...nnection to any type of field device It is recommended that you use an appropriate pipe thread seal such as Teflon tape with any connector This improves thread sealing and reduces the likelihood of galling the threads Procedure When installing a connector on a module always use a backup wrench to prevent damage to the module or calibrator See the illustration below Figure 2 1 Using a Backup Wrench...

Page 33: ...are non isolated Modules with isolated sensors have an isolating diaphragm made of 316 stainless steel and may be used with any media compatible with 316 S S and are available for most pressure ranges CAUTION Modules with non isolated sensors may be used only in the presence of non corrosive media such as clean dry non corrosive air or gases Certain acids may react with stainless steel and should ...

Page 34: ...mage the sensor if you connect the module to excessive pressure CAUTION Do not connect the BetaPort P pressure module to a pressure source greater than the full scale range of the module Doing so may damage the module If you suspect that a module has been subjected to excessive pressure compare its performance with an equivalent device to verify its performance CAUTION Using third party devices to...

Page 35: ...Input Modules 2 8 ...

Page 36: ...ter you have properly installed and connected the input modules to your field instrument you can begin to perform the following basic operations of the BetaGauge II Select channel 1 or channel 2 for performing specific configuration or modification functions such as damping or zeroing a module Specify pre programmed display units for calibrating your field instrument Zero the displayed values for ...

Page 37: ...ior to performing the function NOTE All sample displays representing the LCD in this guide are depicted with a 0 to 30 PSI gauge pressure module and or a DC module Procedure To select a channel for a specific function press either the CH 1 or CH 2 key on the keypad The selected channel appears in the lower right corner of the LCD display A sample display is shown below ...

Page 38: ...easure in milliamps or Volts Upon initialization the BetaPort DC module defaults to milliamp measurement Use the following procedure to specify a voltage measurement 1 Press CH 1 or CH 2 as appropriate to select the BetaPort DC module for modification 2 Press the function key corresponding to V mA This function key is a toggle that alternates between Volts and milliamps You can view the current se...

Page 39: ...tion key corresponding to Unit to view the list of pre programmed units The menu item allows you to scroll the menu for other selections NOTE If you select Unit for a channel where the BetaPort DC module is installed the message Invalid Selection will appear Press the function key corresponding to Clear to erase this message and return to the Setup menu 3 When the pressure unit you want to use app...

Page 40: ... a BetaPort P pressure module InWC and cmWC are water column equivalent measurements If you select a water column pressure unit you must also select the appropriate temperature for water density correction The available temperature selections and their recommended use are listed below Temperature Recommended Use 4 C Scientific applications 20 C Industrial applications ISA 60 F American Gas Associa...

Page 41: ... temperature for the water density correction value you want to use The display returns to the list of available units 3 Press the CLR key to return to the Setup menu Zeroing Modules BetaGauge II pressure and DC modules may sometimes indicate an offset that requires a zeroing operation These offsets typically occur under the following circumstances Each time you turn the calibrator off and on Each...

Page 42: ... module while vented to atmosphere exceeds the reference pressure by 1 of the module s full scale pressure range then the module s performance should be verified against a pressure reference of equal or better accuracy prior to use in the field Zeroing a Gauge Zero Reference Module Use the following procedure to zero a gauge zero reference module 1 Install the module in either module bay of the Be...

Page 43: ... be zeroed NOTE The pressure display may drift slightly from zero in the first few minutes after initial power up If so press the ZERO key again while the appropriate channel is still selected Zeroing an Absolute Zero Reference Module Use the following procedure to zero an absolute zero reference module 1 Install the module in either module bay channel of the BetaGauge II 2 Ensure that the BetaGau...

Page 44: ...iginal Certificate of Calibration for that module then press the ENTER key The display then prompts for the barometric pressure 8 At the Enter Actual Bar P prompt use the keypad numbers to enter the barometric pressure in PSI as displayed by your barometric pressure reference then press the ENTER key NOTE The barometric pressure value entered must be in PSI regardless of the pressure units current...

Page 45: ...4 Clip the alligator clips together This process shorts the positive Volts jack to the common jack of the DC module 5 Ensure that the BetaGauge II is displaying the first four Setup menu items Trip Unit Damp and V mA NOTE Only this menu display allows for both channel selection and ZERO key operation 6 Press the channel select key corresponding to the module bay where the DC module is installed CH...

Page 46: ...common jack 4 Ensure that the BetaGauge II is displaying the first four Setup menu items Trip Unit Damp and V mA NOTE Only this menu display allows for both channel selection and ZERO key operation 5 Press the channel select key corresponding to the module bay where the DC module is installed CH1 for the left side or CH2 for the right side 6 Press the ZERO key 7 The milliamps display should now be...

Page 47: ...le three times per second The following settings are available Damping Setting The BetaGauge II 0 0 Disabled Updates the displayed value with every measurement three times per second 2 0 Averages 7 measurements and updates the displayed value approximately once every 2 seconds 5 0 Averages 16 measurements and updates the displayed value approximately once every 5 seconds 10 0 Averages 31 measureme...

Page 48: ...ll a module into the module bay corresponding to that channel Procedure To enable and set the BetaGauge II damping feature for a specific module do the following 1 Press the channel select key corresponding to the module bay where the appropriate module is installed CH1 for the left side or CH2 for the right side 2 Use the Menu key to locate the Setup menu item Damp then press the corresponding fu...

Page 49: ...ows you to view the following information for the modules currently installed in the calibrator Serial number Full scale range pressure modules only Last calibration date Procedure To view module information do the following 1 Use the Menu key to locate the Setup menu item Mod then press the corresponding function key to display the Module Info menu 2 Press the function key corresponding to the ch...

Page 50: ... CAUTION Do not install two BetaPort DC electrical modules in the calibrator simultaneously The calibrator is not designed to permit operation with two electrical modules Ground potential differences could cause high current flows through the calibrator which could damage the calibrator and or cause bodily injury Wet Contacts The BetaGauge II will detect wet contact trips when the voltage input of...

Page 51: ...ore setting up a pressure trip detection Selecting a field instrument hand pump or pressure controller Adjusting the pressure source Ramping the pressure signal Field Instrument Selection You can use either a hand pump or a pressure controller as a pressure source for detecting pressure trips Use the following guidelines when selecting either of these field instruments Hand Pump Select a hand pump...

Page 52: ...p point 3 Use the fine adjustment control of the pressure source to ramp through the expected pressure trip point Pressure Signal Ramping The slower you ramp the pressure signal the more accurate the captured trip value will be This is due not only to the response time of the pressure trip instrument but also to the operation of the BetaGauge II The BetaGauge II takes a pressure reading three time...

Page 53: ... the dual banana jack to the milliamp input terminals of the DC module for monitoring resistance changes NOTE The BetaGauge II detects wet or dry trips depending on where the test leads are connected to the DC module V or mA jacks It is not necessary to set the DC module units for Volts or milliamps 3 Connect a pressure source to both the installed pressure module and the pressure trip instrument ...

Page 54: ...nab and the electrical signal display will read READY 4 Close the pressure circuit of the trip instrument then slowly re apply pressure or vacuum to the pressure circuit 5 The electrical signal display will continue to read READY until the calibrator detects a change of state from the contacts Once this change of state occurs the display will read TRIP and the pressure input display will freeze at...

Page 55: ...ip device The display will again display TRIP when the BetaGauge II detects the reset point 8 When you have completed trip detect testing do the following Vent the pressure source Disconnect all test circuits Press the function key corresponding to Dis to disable the trip detection feature Press the CLR key to return to the Setup menu ...

Page 56: ...ike most users set them once when they acquire their calibrator The BetaGauge II user preferences settings are listed below View and program the owner and calibrator information Turn the keypad beep on off Set the LCD preferences Set the automatic shut off delay time Set and format the time display Set and format the date display Each of the above listed operations are described on the following p...

Page 57: ...he Calib menu appears 2 Press the function key corresponding to the displayed menu item Info 3 Press the function key corresponding to the menu item Prty to display the Property of screen A sample is shown below 4 Use the CLR key to erase the character to the left of the cursor and use the arrow keys on the keypad to scroll through the available character set When the desired character is displaye...

Page 58: ...tory acceptance date A sample is shown below 2 To return to the Setup menu press the CLR key Turning the Keypad Beep On Off The BetaGauge II allows you to specify whether or not you will hear a beep when you press any key on the keypad Procedure To turn the keypad beep on off do the following 1 Use the Menu key to locate the Setup menu item Beep then press the corresponding function key The lower ...

Page 59: ...rm a contrast recovery procedure to restore the display Setting the Backlight Off Delay Time The BetaGauge II has an integral backlight so that you can read the display in poorly lighted conditions However in order to reduce power consumption you can configure the backlight to automatically turn off after a specified time NOTE Press the starburst symbol on the keypad to turn the backlight on when ...

Page 60: ...mistake use the CLR key to erase the character to the left of the cursor 4 From the LCD menu press the CLR key to return to the Setup menu Setting the LCD Contrast The BetaGauge II is supplied with a variable contrast display that you can lighten or darken as necessary Procedure To set the display contrast do the following 1 Use the Menu key to locate the Setup menu item LCD then press the corresp...

Page 61: ...er reason your LCD is too light or too dark you can restore the display even if you cannot read it To recover the LCD contrast do the following 1 Turn the calibrator on and wait five seconds for initialization 2 Press the MENU key twice 3 Press the F1 key 4 Press the F2 key 5 Do one of the following If the display is dark press F1 repeatedly until the display is visible If the display is light pre...

Page 62: ...1 Use the Menu key to locate the Setup menu item Off then press the corresponding function key The lower portion of the LCD will appear similar to the example shown below 2 To disable the automatic shut off press the function key corresponding to the menu item Dis 3 To enable the automatic shut off press the function key corresponding to the menu item Enab 4 To set the delay time for the automatic...

Page 63: ...o return to the Setup menu Setting and Formatting the Time Display The BetaGauge II allows you to manually set the time as well as format the time display The calibrator time appears in the upper left portion of the LCD NOTE Instrument maintenance software packages can set the calibrator s real time clock according to the computer time The format of the time display is not affected Setting the Tim...

Page 64: ...he character to the left of the cursor 4 To set values for minutes and hours repeat steps 2 and 3 pressing the appropriate function keys NOTE To set a pm time for the hours value enter the hour in 24 hour format For example enter the value 15 to specify 3 p m 5 Press the CLR key to return to the Setup menu Formatting the Time To specify whether you want the time to display in 12 or 24 hour format ...

Page 65: ...matting the Date Display The BetaGauge II allows you to manually set the date as well as format how the date will display The calibrator date appears in the upper left portion of the LCD NOTE Instrument maintenance software packages can set the calibrator s real time date according to the computer date The format of the date display is not affected Setting the Date To manually set the calibrator d...

Page 66: ...isting entry or to correct a mistake use the CLR key to erase the character to the left of the cursor 4 To set values for month and year repeat steps 2 and 3 pressing the appropriate function keys NOTE If you set the year to a value of 90 or lower the system will automatically prefix the value with 20 i e 2090 The system will prefix all other values with 19 5 Press the CLR key to return to the Set...

Page 67: ... of the LCD will appear as shown below 2 The first three menu items allow you specify the date format you want to use Press the function key corresponding to the menu item dmy mdy or ymd as appropriate NOTE Notice how the display date in the upper left portion of the LCD changes as you select different formats 3 Press the CLR key to return to the Setup menu Format Date time dmy mdy ymd 12Hr ...

Page 68: ...g a User Defined Pressure Unit If none of the eleven 11 pre programmed pressure units listed in Section 3 meet your needs the BetaGauge II allows you to program your own pressure unit Before setting up a user defined pressure unit make sure that the pressure module you wish to use is installed in the module bay of your choice NOTE The procedure for programming a user defined pressure unit involves...

Page 69: ...label 3 Specify a unit label by using the CLR key to erase the character if any to the left of the cursor and use the arrow keys on the keypad to scroll through the available character set When the desired character is displayed press the ENTER key to accept the character and move the cursor to the right A maximum of 4 characters may be entered for identification NOTE Pressing the ENTER key twice ...

Page 70: ...ey to locate the Setup menu item Unit then press the corresponding function key to display a screen similar to the following 7 Press the function key corresponding to through as many screens as necessary until the unit you defined appears in the display 8 Press the function key associated with the pressure unit you defined in step 3 and the pressure will begin to display as specified NOTE In the c...

Page 71: ...e familiar with the input and output signal ranges of the field instrument you are calibrating The following paragraphs describe how to set up the display modes listed above Engineering Unit Display When you want to display electrical signals in engineering units you must perform the following procedures Define a unit label or name Define the type of field instrument you want to calibrate Pressure...

Page 72: ...x the channel number of the DC module yyyy the current user unit label 4 Specify a unit label by using the CLR key to erase the character if any to the left of the cursor and use the arrow keys on the keypad to scroll through the available character set When the desired character is displayed press the ENTER key to accept the character and move the cursor to the right A maximum of 4 characters may...

Page 73: ...owing screen will display 4 Do one of the following To indicate that you want the DC module to be the field instrument input select the function button corresponding to the DC module s present channel To indicate that you want the DC module to be the field instrument output select the opposite channel NOTE Input and output references are with respect to the field instrument 5 After you select the ...

Page 74: ...tion key corresponding to Eng and the display screen prompts you for the field instrument s in out low value A sample screen is shown below 3 Use the keypad numbers to enter a value equal to the expected low electrical signal value of the field instrument then press the ENTER key 4 After you have specified an expected low electrical signal value the display screen individually prompts you for the ...

Page 75: ...tup menu The BetaGauge II should now display the input electrical signals using the values defined for the engineering range Percent Scale Display The BetaGauge II will display either or both of a field instrument s input or output values in percent of scale When you want to display electrical signals in percent of scale you must perform the following procedures Define the type of field instrument...

Page 76: ...display the following screen 3 Press the corresponding function key to select the type of field instrument you want to calibrate P I I P or Other 4 If you select Other the following screen will display 5 Do one of the following To indicate that you want the DC module to be the field instrument input select the function button corresponding to the DC module s present channel To indicate that you wa...

Page 77: ...field instrument do the following 1 After you define the field instrument type the following main linearization screen displays In the above example x the channel number of the DC module yyyy the current linearization mode of the DC module channel 2 Press the function key corresponding to the menu item and the following screen displays 3 Press the function key corresponding to Scal and the display...

Page 78: ...n At this point you can do one of the following Press the opposite channel select key and program another linearization mode for the remaining module Press the CLR key to return to the Setup menu Percent Error Display The BetaGauge II will display a field instrument s output in percent error with respect to the field instrument s input When you want to display electrical signals in percent error y...

Page 79: ...o display the following screen 3 Press the corresponding function key to select the type of field instrument you want to calibrate P I I P or Other 4 If you select Other the following screen will display 5 Do one of the following To indicate that you want the DC module to be the field instrument input select the function key corresponding to the DC module s present channel To indicate that you wan...

Page 80: ... displays In the above example x the channel number of the DC module yyyy the current linearization mode of the DC module channel 2 Press the function key corresponding to the menu item and the following screen displays 3 Press the function key corresponding to Err and the display screen prompts you for the field instrument s in out low value A sample screen is shown below 4 Use the keypad numbers...

Page 81: ...le expected signal value for the high end of the field instrument s input scale Repeat step 4 to enter values for each of the above prompts 6 After you have specified all of the values in step 5 the display screen will return to the main linearization screen At this point you can do one of the following Press the opposite channel select key and program another linearization mode for the remaining ...

Page 82: ...nd 100 and define both the low and high end flow variables NOTE For the following square root extraction procedures you must install both a pressure module and a DC module into the calibrator Defining a Unit Label To define a unit label do the following 1 Press CH1 or CH2 to indicate the appropriate bay in which the DC module is installed 2 Use the Menu key to locate the Setup menu item User then ...

Page 83: ...character consecutively use the up and down arrow keys to select the second character 4 When you have completed entering the unit label press the ENTER key once again to return to the Setup menu Defining Output Milliamp Signal Values 1 Use the Menu key to locate the Setup menu item Mode then press the corresponding function key to display the following screen 2 Press the function key corresponding...

Page 84: ...y 5 The display screen individually prompts you for the following values expected output milliamp signal when the flow is equal to 100 typically 20 for a 4 to 20 milliamp output number equal to the low end flow variable for example if the process was 2 to 300 GPM you would enter 2 number equal to the high end flow variable for example if the process was 2 to 300 GPM you would enter 300 Repeat step...

Page 85: ... 5 18 7 Use the numbers on the keypad to enter the number of decimal places 1 to 3 you want to appear in the display then press the ENTER key to return to the Calib Instr menu 8 Press the CLR key to return to the Setup menu ...

Page 86: ...e and the documenting calibrator SYS mode In the conventional mode the BetaGauge II monitors signals to and from a field instrument for the purposes of testing or calibrating that instrument If you want to document the field instrument s input and output values using the conventional mode you must manually record the information In the documenting calibrator SYS mode the BetaGauge II prompts the u...

Page 87: ...epending on the type of test you want to perform is shown below electrical source electrical measurement device pressure source pressure measurement device temperature source NOTE Each calibration test described in this section is accompanied by a graphical illustration This illustration shows how the field instrument the BetaGauge II and the other necessary equipment must be connected for proper ...

Page 88: ...to Electrical SYS mode using manual data entry only Pressure to Pressure Temperature to Electrical SYS mode using manual data entry only Electrical Indicator or Loops Pressure Indicator or Loops Temperature Indicator or Loops SYS mode using manual data entry only NOTE For documentation purposes you can use manual entries for a field instrument s input and output values while operating in SYS mode ...

Page 89: ...ll as the other necessary equipment to perform an electrical to pressure test Conventional Mode You may perform this test if Your field instrument has an electrical input range within the ability of the DC module on the BetaGauge II and Your field instrument has a pressure output range within the ability of the pressure module on the BetaGauge II Field Instrument Setup Electrical input Pressure ou...

Page 90: ...ustration A graphical representation for configuring an electrical to pressure calibration test using the conventional mode of operation is shown below Figure 6 1 Electrical to Pressure Calibration Test Using Conventional Mode ...

Page 91: ...re module on the BetaGauge II Method 2 Your field instrument has a pressure output range that exceeds the ability of the pressure module on the BetaGauge II NOTE While in SYS mode the BetaGauge II cannot measure the electrical input signals to the field instrument You must manually enter the value of these signals on the BetaGauge II Method 1 Software Instrument Setup Electrical input requires man...

Page 92: ...ustration A graphical representation for configuring the Method 1 electrical to pressure calibration test using the SYS mode of operation is shown below Figure 6 2 Electrical to Pressure Calibration Test Using SYS Mode Method 1 ...

Page 93: ...Method 2 Software Instrument Setup Electrical input requires manual entry on the BetaGauge II Pressure output requires manual entry on the BetaGauge II Other Necessary Equipment Electrical source Pressure measurement device ...

Page 94: ...ustration A graphical representation for configuring the Method 2 electrical to pressure calibration test using the SYS mode of operation is shown below Figure 6 3 Electrical to Pressure Calibration Test Using SYS Mode Method 2 ...

Page 95: ...well as the other equipment necessary to perform a pressure to electrical test Conventional Mode You may perform this test if Your field instrument has a pressure input range within the ability of the pressure module on the BetaGauge II and Your field instrument has an electrical output range within the ability of the DC module on the BetaGauge II Field Instrument Setup Pressure input Electrical o...

Page 96: ...lustration A graphical representation for configuring a pressure to electrical calibration test using the conventional mode of operation is shown below Figure 6 4 Pressure to Electrical Calibration Test Using Conventional Mode ...

Page 97: ...ectrical output range within the ability of the DC module on the BetaGauge II Method 2 Your field instrument has a pressure input range that exceeds the ability of the pressure module on the BetaGauge II and Your field instrument has an electrical output range within the ability of the DC module on the BetaGauge II Method 3 Your field instrument has a pressure input range within the ability of the...

Page 98: ...Method 4 Your field instrument has a pressure input range that exceeds the ability of the pressure module on the BetaGauge II and Your field instrument has an electrical output range that exceeds the ability of the DC module on the BetaGauge II ...

Page 99: ...Application Notes 6 14 Method 1 Software Instrument Setup Pressure input Electrical output Other Necessary Equipment Pressure source ...

Page 100: ...ustration A graphical representation for configuring the Method 1 pressure to electrical calibration test using the SYS mode of operation is shown below Figure 6 5 Pressure to Electrical Calibration Test Using SYS Mode Method 1 ...

Page 101: ...Application Notes 6 16 Method 2 Software Instrument Setup Pressure input requires manual entry on the BetaGauge II Electrical output Other Necessary Equipment Pressure source Pressure measurement device ...

Page 102: ...ustration A graphical representation for configuring the Method 2 pressure to electrical calibration test using the SYS mode of operation is shown below Figure 6 6 Pressure to Electrical Calibration Test Using SYS Mode Method 2 ...

Page 103: ...pplication Notes 6 18 Method 3 Software Instrument Setup Pressure input Electrical output requires manual entry on the BetaGauge II Other Necessary Equipment Pressure source Electrical measurement device ...

Page 104: ...ustration A graphical representation for configuring the Method 3 pressure to electrical calibration test using the SYS mode of operation is shown below Figure 6 7 Pressure to Electrical Calibration Test Using SYS Mode Method 3 ...

Page 105: ...ware Instrument Setup Pressure input requires manual entry on the BetaGauge II Electrical output requires manual entry on the BetaGauge II Other Necessary Equipment Pressure source Pressure measurement device Electrical measurement device ...

Page 106: ...ustration A graphical representation for configuring the Method 4 pressure to electrical calibration test using the SYS mode of operation is shown below Figure 6 8 Pressure to Electrical Calibration Test Using SYS Mode Method 4 ...

Page 107: ...Test You can perform an electrical to electrical calibration test using only the SYS mode of operation The following paragraphs describe the possible configurations as well as the other equipment necessary to perform an electrical to electrical test ...

Page 108: ...our field instrument has an electrical output range within the ability of the DC module on the BetaGauge II Method 2 Your field instrument has an electrical output range that exceeds the ability of the DC module on the BetaGauge II NOTE While in SYS mode the BetaGauge II cannot measure the electrical input signals to the field instrument You must manually enter the value of these signals on the Be...

Page 109: ...Application Notes 6 24 Method 1 Software Instrument Setup Electrical input requires manual entry on the BetaGauge II Electrical output Other Necessary Equipment Electrical source ...

Page 110: ...tration A graphical representation for configuring the Method 1 electrical to electrical calibration test using the SYS mode of operation is shown below Figure 6 9 Electrical to Electrical Calibration Test Using SYS Mode Method 1 ...

Page 111: ...ethod 2 Software Instrument Setup Electrical input requires manual entry on the BetaGauge II Electrical output requires manual entry on the BetaGauge II Other Necessary Equipment Electrical source Electrical measurement device ...

Page 112: ...tration A graphical representation for configuring the Method 2 electrical to electrical calibration test using the SYS mode of operation is shown below Figure 6 10 Electrical to Electrical Calibration Test Using SYS Mode Method 2 ...

Page 113: ...as the other equipment necessary to perform a pressure to pressure test Conventional Mode You may perform this test if Your field instrument has a pressure input range within the ability of one pressure module on the BetaGauge II and Your field instrument has a pressure output range within the ability of the other pressure module on the BetaGauge II Field Instrument Setup Pressure input Pressure o...

Page 114: ...Illustration A graphical representation for configuring a pressure to pressure calibration test using the conventional mode of operation is shown below Figure 6 11 Pressure to Pressure Calibration Test Using Conventional Mode ...

Page 115: ...Application Notes 6 30 SYS Mode There are three methods for configuring a pressure to pressure calibration test using SYS mode The table on the following page indicates which method to use ...

Page 116: ...d 2 Your field instrument has a pressure input range within the ability of one pressure module on the BetaGauge II and Your field instrument has a pressure output range that exceeds the ability of the other pressure module on the BetaGauge II Method 3 Your field instrument has a pressure input range that exceeds the ability of one pressure module on the BetaGauge II and Your field instrument has a...

Page 117: ...Application Notes 6 32 Method 1 Software Instrument Setup Pressure input Pressure output Other Necessary Equipment Pressure source ...

Page 118: ...llustration A graphical representation for configuring the Method 1 pressure to pressure calibration test using the SYS mode of operation is shown below Figure 6 12 Pressure to Pressure Calibration Test Using SYS Mode Method 1 ...

Page 119: ...Application Notes 6 34 Method 2 Software Instrument Setup Pressure input Pressure output requires manual entry on the BetaGauge II Other Necessary Equipment Pressure source Pressure measurement device ...

Page 120: ...llustration A graphical representation for configuring the Method 2 pressure to pressure calibration test using the SYS mode of operation is shown below Figure 6 13 Pressure to Pressure Calibration Test Using SYS Mode Method 2 ...

Page 121: ...Application Notes 6 36 Method 3 Software Instrument Setup Pressure input requires manual entry on the BetaGauge II Pressure output Other Necessary Equipment Pressure source Pressure measurement device ...

Page 122: ...llustration A graphical representation for configuring the Method 3 pressure to pressure calibration test using the SYS mode of operation is shown below Figure 6 14 Pressure to Pressure Calibration Test Using SYS Mode Method 3 ...

Page 123: ... Test You can perform a temperature to electrical calibration test using only the SYS mode of operation The following paragraphs describe the possible configurations as well as the other equipment necessary to perform a temperature to electrical test ...

Page 124: ...dicates which method to use Use this method if Method 1 Your field instrument has an electrical output range within the ability of the DC module on the BetaGauge II Method 2 Your field instrument has an electrical output range that exceeds the ability of the DC module on the BetaGauge II NOTE The BetaGauge II cannot make direct temperature measurements ...

Page 125: ...Application Notes 6 40 Method 1 Software Instrument Setup Temperature input requires manual entry on the BetaGauge II Electrical output Other Necessary Equipment Temperature source ...

Page 126: ...ration A graphical representation for configuring the Method 1 temperature to electrical calibration test using the SYS mode of operation is shown below Figure 6 15 Temperature to Electrical Calibration Test Using SYS Mode Method 1 ...

Page 127: ...thod 2 Software Instrument Setup Temperature input requires manual entry on the BetaGauge II Electrical output requires manual entry on the BetaGauge II Other Necessary Equipment Temperature source Electrical measurement device ...

Page 128: ...ration A graphical representation for configuring the Method 2 temperature to electrical calibration test using the SYS mode of operation is shown below Figure 6 16 Temperature to Electrical Calibration Test Using SYS Mode Method 2 ...

Page 129: ...of the possible configurations as well as the other equipment necessary to perform an electrical indicator test Conventional Mode You may perform this test if Your field instrument has an electrical input range within the ability of the DC module on the BetaGauge II Field Instrument Setup Electrical input Electrical indicator output requires manual entry on the BetaGauge II Other Necessary Equipme...

Page 130: ...stration A graphical representation for configuring an electrical indicator or loop calibration using the conventional mode of operation is shown below Figure 6 17 Electrical Indicator or Loop Calibration Using Conventional Mode ...

Page 131: ...ment NOTE While in SYS mode the BetaGauge II cannot measure the electrical input signals to the field instrument You must manually enter the value of these signals on the BetaGauge II Software Instrument Setup Electrical input requires manual entry on the BetaGauge II Electrical indicator output requires manual entry on the BetaGauge II Other Necessary Equipment Electrical source ...

Page 132: ...otes Illustration A graphical representation for configuring the electrical indicator or loop calibration using the SYS mode of operation is shown below Figure 6 18 Electrical Indicator or Loop Calibration Using SYS Mode ...

Page 133: ... necessary to perform a pressure indicator test Conventional Mode You may perform this test if Your field instrument has a pressure input range within the ability of the pressure module on the BetaGauge II and You are using either a local or remote pressure indicator to indicate the pressure input signal to the field instrument Field Instrument Setup Pressure input Pressure indicator output requir...

Page 134: ...Illustration A graphical representation for configuring pressure indicator or loop calibration using the conventional mode of operation is shown below Figure 6 19 Pressure Indicator or Loop Calibration Using Conventional Mode ...

Page 135: ...re using either a local or remote pressure indicator to indicate the pressure input signal to the field instrument Method 2 Your field instrument has a pressure input range that exceeds the ability of the pressure module on the BetaGauge II and You are using either a local or remote pressure indicator to measure the pressure output signal from the field instrument Method 1 Software Instrument Setu...

Page 136: ...lustration A graphical representation for configuring the Method 1 pressure indicator or loop calibration using the SYS mode of operation is shown below Figure 6 20 Pressure Indicator or Loop Calibration Using SYS Mode Method 1 ...

Page 137: ...thod 2 Software Instrument Setup Pressure input requires manual entry on the BetaGauge II Pressure indicator output requires manual entry on the BetaGauge II Other Necessary Equipment Pressure source Pressure measurement device ...

Page 138: ...lustration A graphical representation for configuring the Method 2 pressure indicator or loop calibration using the SYS mode of operation is shown below Figure 6 21 Pressure Indicator or Loop Calibration Using SYS Mode Method 2 ...

Page 139: ...form a temperature indicator test SYS Mode You may perform this test if You are using either a local or remote temperature indicator to indicate the temperature input signal to the field instrument NOTE The BetaGauge II cannot make direct temperature measurements Software Instrument Setup Temperature input requires manual entry on the BetaGauge II Temperature indicator output requires manual entry...

Page 140: ...tes Illustration A graphical representation for configuring the temperature indicator or loop calibration using the SYS mode of operation is shown below Figure 6 22 Temperature Indicator or Loop Calibration Using SYS Mode ...

Page 141: ...Application Notes 6 56 ...

Page 142: ...two main advantages over those performed in the conventional mode All tests performed on an instrument are performed in a consistent manner The test data recorded is objective in other words not subject to your perspective Acquiring Instrument Maintenance Software If you do not own an instrument maintenance software package and are interested in more information or a free demonstration disk please...

Page 143: ...ications of the field instrument you are calibrating along with the output specifications to be used for displaying measurement readings on the BetaGauge II In addition a tag contains various test points of expected input and output measurements for actual calibration purposes Typically the tag name and number corresponds to an existing instrument s tag in your facility NOTE Refer to your instrume...

Page 144: ...igure the equipment refer to Section 6 Application Notes SYS Mode Levels The SYS mode has three primary levels of operation Main Back Screen Execute Main Level When you first access the BetaGauge II SYS mode you are in the Main level You can use the Main level to perform the following functions Select a tag for testing or calibrating purposes View the overall calibration status of a selected tag a...

Page 145: ...Test Setup Screen Allows you to ensure that you have installed modules of the proper range and type as well as ensure that installed modules have not exceeded their calibration interval Zero Screen Allows you to zero the display reading for the currently installed modules prior to starting a test Execute Screen Allows you to execute the tests defined by the tag This screen shows which test point i...

Page 146: ...e software manual for specific instructions on how to download the tags to the BetaGauge II Tag Status Screen Description The Tag Status screen shows specific information about each tag present in the BetaGauge II When you first access the SYS mode the screen displays Tag 1 information You can use the up and down arrow keys to view other tags in the system NOTE The only way to access other tags in...

Page 147: ...instrument maintenance software manual for more information Input Output Types These two lines list the field instrument output type mA in the example and the field instrument input type PSI in the example Calibration Status This line indicates whether the tag has been calibrated and if so if it passed or failed Time Date These two lines indicate the time and date the calibration if completed was ...

Page 148: ...erformed on the current tag Access the Back Screen level where you can access the Execute level erase all data recorded for a particular tag or return to the Main level Viewing a Specific Tag From the Tag Status screen do one of the following to specify a particular tag for viewing or calibration purposes Use the up and down arrow keys on the keypad to scroll to the tag you want to view Press the ...

Page 149: ...he first six test points of the current tag An example screen is shown below 3 If there are additional test points you want to view press the function key corresponding to the PgDn menu item to display the additional test points 4 To return to the Tag Status screen press the CLR key NOTE You can exit the SYS mode by pressing the CLR key again Tag 2 BG2 TAGS Tag 2 Inst OUT mA Inst IN PSI Pt Exp IN ...

Page 150: ...n use the following procedure to view the last calibration results for a specific tag 1 Specify the tag number for the calibration results you want to view 2 Press the function key corresponding to the menu item Rslt to display the Review Test Results screen A sample is shown below 3 If there are additional test points you want to view press the function key corresponding to the PgDn menu item to ...

Page 151: ... corresponding to on the Tag Status screen A sample Back screen display is shown below Back Screen Description The Back screen is exactly like the Tag Status screen except for the menu items that appear at the bottom of the screen These menu items are described on the following page Tag 1 BG2 TAGS Tag 1 Inst OUT mA Inst IN PSI Status UNCAL Time 00 00 00 Date 00 00 00 Error Tol 0 0500 Alert Tol 999...

Page 152: ...bed below Menu Item Allows you to Exe Access the Execute level described on the following pages Reset Erase all recorded data for the selected tag NOTE The erase all data function is available only if calibration reset is allowed in your instrument maintenance software Return to the Main level ...

Page 153: ...Press the function key corresponding to the menu item Reset and the bottom of the back screen appears as shown below NOTE The Reset menu item is displayed only if calibration reset capabilities are allowed in your instrument maintenance 3 Do one of the following To erase all recorded data for the specified tag and return to the Tag Status screen press the function button corresponding to the Yes m...

Page 154: ...is to indicate whether you have installed modules with the proper range for the assigned test point values of the current tag In addition you can ensure that the currently installed modules have not exceeded their calibration interval NOTE You cannot proceed from the Test Setup screen until you have installed modules that will accommodate the assigned test point values for the current tag Tag 2 BG...

Page 155: ...hannel 2 for the field instrument s input and output measurements Calibration Intervals This section shows the calibration interval for each module Channel 1 and Channel 2 Status Message This section indicates whether the currently installed modules can accommodate the assigned test point values for the field instrument s input and output measurements If the appropriate modules are installed the s...

Page 156: ...ule Example 2 Ensuring Proper Module Accuracy To help you determine if you have installed a module with proper accuracy you can use the Test Setup screen to view the highest and lowest test point values of the tag For example a P I instrument has an input pressure test point range of 3 to 15 PSI Therefore the BetaGauge II will display 3 for the minimum and 15 for the maximum This information allow...

Page 157: ...cription The Zero screen is divided into four sections These sections are described below in the order that they appear on the screen from top to bottom Tag Number Area The current tag number and area is listed in the top portion of the screen NOTE When using an instrument maintenance software package all tags must be assigned to an area Refer to your instrument maintenance software manual for mor...

Page 158: ...prior to starting a test CAUTION Use the following practices to ensure that an offset does not occur when you initiate a zero sequence Zeroing a Pressure Module Ensure that the module is vented to the atmosphere prior to initiating the zero sequence Zeroing a Current Input Ensure that the milliamp inputs are open Zeroing a Voltage Input Ensure that the voltage input is shorted 1 Do one of the foll...

Page 159: ...n NOTE You can exit the SYS mode by pressing the CLR key once to return to the Tag Status screen then once again to return to the Setup menu Accessing the Execute Screen After you specify whether to zero the display readings for channel 1 and channel 2 on the Zero screen the calibrator displays the Execute screen A sample is shown below The Execute screen is described on the following page Tag 2 B...

Page 160: ...ut Output Types This section lists the field instrument output type mA in the example and the field instrument input type PSI in the example Calibration Status The calibration status appears to the left of each listed test point Un Uncalibrated C Calibrated CE Calibration Error Test Point Data This section shows the expected input and output measurements for the first three test points of the curr...

Page 161: ...lowing 1 Access the Execute screen for the particular tag you want to calibrate The BetaGauge II prompts you to apply the first test point measurement input 2 Apply the required field instrument input value for the current test point NOTE The BetaGauge uses the measured field instrument input to calculate the ideal field instrument output It can then determine whether the measured field instrument...

Page 162: ...t will read CE 4 The BetaGauge II then increments the actual reading display to the next test point number and again prompts you to apply the required field instrument input value for the current test point 5 Repeat step 3 for each test point in the current tag After you calibrate the third test point the test point data scrolls to the next three chronological test points of the current tag Contin...

Page 163: ...scription earlier in this section for a complete description of the screen data From the Post Test Status screen you can perform the following functions Use the menu items at the bottom of the screen to indicate whether the field instrument under test was adjusted Yes left alone No or replaced Rep Access another system prompt that allows you to indicate the identification number of the technician ...

Page 164: ...on the BetaGauge II prompts you for an identification number of the technician who performed the calibration test 3 Do one of the following Use the numbers on the keypad to specify a technician s identification number then press the ENTER key Accept the 0 default value and press the ENTER key to bypass the entry 4 After you have specified the identification number or bypassed the prompt the displa...

Page 165: ...Doc Cal Mode 7 24 ...

Page 166: ...ttery pack with the terminals uncovered or connected with a metal necklace or other conductive material Charge the battery pack using Hathaway chargers only Charge the battery pack only under the conditions specified on the label Failure to follow proper charging procedures can result in damage to the battery pack Never disassemble modify or reconstruct the battery pack Never solder lead wires dir...

Page 167: ... can result in the battery pack bursting Never use the battery pack if it is leaking deformed discolored damaged or is different from its original condition External damage to the battery pack can be a sign of a malfunction When the usage time for the battery pack becomes extremely short after charging its operating life has ended and it should be replaced ...

Page 168: ...e of the battery pack After the battery pack has been removed from the BetaGauge II store the battery pack in a dry place within the recommended storage temperature range This will help preserve the battery pack performance and durability and minimize the possibility of leakage or corrosion If the battery pack terminals become dirty clean them with a soft dry cloth prior to use Dirt on the termina...

Page 169: ...warm to room temperature before using them Charging Charge batteries at an ambient temperature of 0 to 45ºC Overcharging Overcharging NiCd batteries is the most common cause of early failure Do not charge the battery packs continuously For a full charge the trickle charger requires about 12 hours Never charge the batteries for more than 16 hours Approximately once a month allow the batteries to fu...

Page 170: ...ause NiCd batteries contain hazardous chemicals and have the potential to explode do not use fire as a means of disposal You may return used batteries to Martel for disposal Installing a Battery Pack Use the following procedure to install a battery pack 1 Before installing a battery pack disconnect the pack from any charging device 2 Hold the battery pack at a slight angle to the calibrator then i...

Page 171: ...owing procedure to remove a battery pack 1 Before removing a battery pack turn off the calibrator and disconnect the charger 2 Loosen the two captive screws on the back of the battery pack 3 Pull the top of the battery pack away from the calibrator lifting up and out ...

Page 172: ...t battery voltage Approximate reading A battery symbol in the upper right corner of the LCD display shows the approximate battery voltage The highlighted or dark portion of the battery indicates the amount of available voltage Refer to the examples below Figure A 1 Viewing Approximate Battery Readings ...

Page 173: ...e Charging the Batteries Standard Pack When the standard intrinsically safe IS battery pack is fully charged the calibrator will operate continuously for 10 hours nominal A discharged battery pack requires 12 hours to reach a full charge Each standard calibrator includes a standard IS battery pack and charger Additional battery packs and chargers are available contact Factory Sales for details You...

Page 174: ... calibrators contact Factory Sales for more information You can re charge the quick charge battery pack while the pack is installed or removed from the calibrator Procedure To charge the quick charge battery pack 1 Plug the proper charger into the jack at the top of the battery pack A red LED indicator illuminates indicating that power is available to the battery pack and that the battery pack is ...

Page 175: ...sed interchangeably Intrinsically Safe Battery Pack The intrinsically safe battery pack is designed for safe use in hazardous areas where danger of explosion or fire exists WARNING Do not remove or charge an intrinsically safe battery pack in a hazardous environment You can charge the battery pack while the pack is installed or removed from the calibrator NOTE Use the trickle charger to charge the...

Page 176: ...to 1 70 mBar Isolated Gauge PSIG 0 to 5 0 to 350 mBar 0 to 7 2 0 to 500 mBar 200 WC 0 to 10 0 to 700 mBar 0 to 30 0 to 2 Bar 0 to 50 0 to 3 5 Bar 0 to 100 0 to 7 Bar 0 to 150 0 to 10 Bar 0 to 300 0 to 20 Bar 0 to 1000 0 to 70 Bar 0 to 1500 0 to 100 Bar 0 to 3000 0 to 200 Bar 0 to 5000 0 to 350 Bar 0 to 10000 0 to 700 Bar Vacuum PSIG Non isolated 0 to 5 0 to 350 mBar 0 to 15 0 to 1 Bar Thermal and ...

Page 177: ...mBar 0 to 30 0 to 2 Bar 0 to 50 0 to 3 5 Bar Maximum static pressure 200 psig 14 Bar Thermal and Pressure Hysteresis 0 0030 PSI 2 068 mBar Thermal and Pressure Hysteresis 0 0025 PSI 0 1724 mBar NOTE Gauge Absolute and Compound types are isolated and accept any media compatible with 316SS Vacuum Differential and 0 3psig and 1psig types are compatible with pressure media that are clean dry non corro...

Page 178: ...ne user defined unit NOTE Choice of engineering unit may be restricted by available resolution Available Electrical Ranges All ranges listed below are for a specific input module Additional modules are available as options Custom ranges outside the minimum and maximum ranges listed are also available as options Voltage 1M Ohms input impedance Autoranging 0 to 249 99 mVdc 0 to 2 4999 Vdc 0 to 24 99...

Page 179: ...ar 0 05 200 0 to 1000 0 to 70 Bar 0 05 200 6 0 to 1500 0 to 100 Bar 0 05 200 4 0 to 3000 0 to 200 Bar 0 05 200 0 to 5000 0 to 340 Bar 0 05 200 0 to 10000 0 to 700 Bar 0 05 120 Vacuum PSIG 0 to 5 0 to 350 mBar 0 025 400 9 0 to 15 0 to 1 mBar 0 025 300 7 Absolute PSIA 0 to 15 0 to 1 Bar 0 025 300 7 0 to 30 0 to 2 Bar 0 025 300 0 to 50 0 to 3 5 Bar 0 03 300 0 to 100 0 to 7 Bar 0 025 300 0 to 300 0 to...

Page 180: ...t made relative to the pressure applied to the low pressure port of the module 3 Units for display pounds per square inch psi millibars mbar kilopond per square centimeter kp cm2 also kg cm2 atmospheres physical Atmos kiloPascals kPa MegaPascals MPa inches of Mercury 0 C InHg millimeters of Mercury 0 C mmHg inches of water column InWC centimeters of water column cmWC or one user defined pressure u...

Page 181: ...ºC Electrical 0 002 Range ºC outside 15ºC to 35ºC Overpressure Non isolated Sensors 0 to 5 psi 400 of sensor range 5 psi 300 of sensor range 150 psi 200 of sensor range Isolated Sensors 200 of sensor range Alarm Trip Detect Wet contact input 12 Vdc 10 threshold 48 Vdc maximum Dry contact input 800 Ohm 200 Ohm threshold 4 mA maximum excitation current Damping Factor Programmable 2 5 or 10 seconds r...

Page 182: ...kle standard Charging 16 hours maximum for standard and intrinsically safe battery packs 90 minute minimum for fast charge battery packs Circuit Protection Voltage and current input protected for connection to 120 VAC Pressure Connections 1 8 inch FNPT 316SS Electrical Connections Standard banana jack on inch centers Weight 3 3 lbs 1 5 kg with carrying case and accessories typical Size 4 3 inch x ...

Page 183: ...Specifications B 8 ...

Page 184: ...ng units Pressure In Conversion Factor x Pressure In PSI atmospheres physical 0 068046 bar 0 068947 cm Hg 0 C 5 17149 cm Hg 60 C 5 1861 dynes cm2 68 947 57 feet H20 4 C 2 306724 feet H20 20 C 2 3108 feet H20 60 C 2 308967 inches H20 4 C 27 68069 inches H20 20 C 27 7296 inches H20 60 C 27 70761 inches Hg 0 C 2 03602 inches Hg 60 C 2 04177 inches sea water 26 9484 kg cm2 0 070307 kiloponds cm2 kpcm ...

Page 185: ...ressure In Conversion Factor x Pressure In PSI meters sea water 0 684482 millibar 68 94757 mm Hg 0 C 51 7149 Newtons m2 6 894 757 Pascals 6 894 757 Torr 51 7149 NOTE 1 atmosphere physical 14 69595 psi 760 Torr 101 325 Pascals ...

Page 186: ... equipment for re calibration and or re certification as follows Equipment Service Schedule Calibrators Not required DC Modules Once yearly Pressure Modules Once yearly NOTE Martel calibrates and certifies according to precision standards that are traceable to the National Institute of Standards and Technology ...

Page 187: ...s a dated proof of purchase may be required To obtain an RMA form please visit our web site www martelcalibrators com and click on Customer Service You may also call at either 800 821 0023 or 1 603 434 1433 to have a form faxed to you Packaging Carefully pack your calibrator for return shipping to avoid damage or loss We recommend that you only use a traceable means of shipment Do not use 1st Clas...

Page 188: ...replace it provide written notice of such defect is given to Martel Electronics Corporation within ten 10 days after discovery of such defect and provided the original part is returned to Martel Electronics Corporation s plant with transportation charges prepaid THE FOREGOING WARRANTIES ARE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTAB...

Page 189: ...Service Information D 4 ...

Page 190: ...etting the Damping Factor for Ch1 Ch2 3 12 Viewing Module Information 3 14 Zeroing DC Modules 3 10 Zeroing Pressure Modules 3 7 Battery Care Maintenance Overview A 1 Battery Packs A 4 Charging Intrinsically Safe Battery Pack A 10 Quick Charge Pack A 9 Standard Pack A 8 Guidelines for Using Batteries A 5 Installing A 5 Removing A 6 Viewing Voltage A 7 BetaPort DC Electrical Modules Connections 2 3 ...

Page 191: ... 6 54 Calibrator Entering Owner Identification 4 2 Registration D 4 Viewing Calibrator Information 4 3 Carrying Case 1 2 Channel Selection 3 2 D Damping Factor 3 12 Reset Guidelines 3 13 Setting 3 13 Date Display Formatting 4 11 Setting 4 10 Display Modes Advanced Overview 5 1 BetaPort DC Modules 5 4 Engineering Unit Display 5 4 Percent Error Display 5 11 Percent Scale Display 5 8 Square Root Extr...

Page 192: ...trument Maintenance Software 7 1 Back Screen Level 7 4 Accessing 7 10 Before You Begin 7 2 Connecting Necessary Equipment 7 3 Downloading Instrument Tests 7 2 Choosing Appropriate Modules 7 15 Erasing Data for a Specific Tag 7 12 Execute Level 7 4 Accessing 7 13 Main Level 7 3 Accessing 7 5 Overview 7 1 Viewing a Specific Tag 7 7 Viewing the Calibration Results for a Specific Tag 7 9 Viewing the T...

Page 193: ...formation 3 14 Zeroing 3 6 DC Modules 3 10 Pressure Modules 3 7 K Keypad Beep Turning On Off 4 3 Keypad Description 1 5 Channel Keys 1 6 Function Keys 1 6 Number Keys 1 6 Special Keys 1 7 L LCD 1 4 Recovering the LCD Contrast 4 6 Setting the Backlight Off Delay Time 4 4 Setting the LCD Contrast 4 5 Limited Warranty D 3 M Manual Registration D 4 Menus 1 8 Accessing the Menu Items 1 11 Calib Menu 1 ...

Page 194: ...turn Information D 2 Packaging D 2 Return Authorization D 2 S Service Packaging D 2 Return Information D 2 Return Authorization D 2 Service Schedule D 1 Specifications B 1 Accuracy B 4 Alarm Trip Detect B 5 Available Electrical Ranges B 4 Available Pressure Ranges B 1 Circuit Protection B 6 Damping Factor B 5 Display B 6 Electrical Connections B 6 Environmental B 5 Power Supply B 6 Pressure Connec...

Page 195: ...ering Owner Identification 4 2 Formatting the Date 4 11 Formatting the Time 4 9 Overview 4 1 Recovering the LCD Contrast 4 6 Setting the Automatic Shut Off Delay Time 4 7 Setting the Backlight Off Delay Time 4 4 Setting the Date 4 10 Setting the LCD Contrast 4 5 Setting the Time 4 8 Turning the Keypad Beep On Off 4 3 Viewing Calibrator Information 4 3 V Viewing Calibrator Information 4 3 Module In...

Page 196: ...I 7 Index Z Zeroing Modules 3 6 DC Modules 3 10 Milliamp Input 3 11 Volts Input 3 10 Pressure Modules 3 7 Absolute Zero Reference 3 8 Gauge Zero Reference 3 7 ...

Page 197: ...Index I 8 ...

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