MTS Systems Landmark 370 Series, Operation

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Running the Example HCF Test
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displacement running max/min meter and change the Meter Type to Peak/Valley .
2. Select a Sensitivity .
Select a Sensitivity that is about 1/10th of the displayed reading.
3. Fine-tune the Sensitivity .
Proper meter sensitivity adjustment enables you to see fluctuations between cycles. When the
Sensitivity is correct, the meter will show minor fluctuations with meter updates no faster
than the frequency.
A. If you find the values in the Meters window changing at a rate less than the frequency
of the Function Generator, double the Sensitivity.
B. If you find the values changing at a rate faster than the frequency, halve the
Sensitivity. Repeat this process until you are satisfied with the results.
4. Switch Landmark 1 Force to a Peak/Valley Meter and adjust Sensitivity.
Use the same procedure to change the top axial force meter to Peak/Valley meter type.