Scanivalve MPS4232, Hardware And Software Manual

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MPS4232
Section 3: Operation
SECTION 3: OPERATION
Unpack & Inventory
When you first unpack the MPS4232 module, begin by
inspecting and inventorying the contents of the package.
If any visible damage is immediately noticed or if any
contents are missing, contact Scanivalve before proceeding.
As a minimum, MPS4232 modules are shipped with the
following contents:
1. MPS4232 Module
2. Protective Case
3. 155625 - Power Cable with Flying Leads
4. 156110 - Ethernet RJ45 Adaptor Cable
5. MPS4232 Resource Disk - USB (contains full calibra -
tion report, firmware files, and backup coefficients)
6. Certificate of Calibration
Mounting
The MPS can be mounted in any orientation. The light -
weight nature of the MPS4232 allows it to be fixed to a
surface using velcro or similar. Note: The screws on the
back side of the MPS should not be removed and used for
mounting. These screws maintain the leak-tight aspect of
the module.
Environmental Considerations
The MPS4232 series scanner is designed to withstand
normal industrial, flight test, educational, wind tunnel or
similar applications. The module is not water proof and it
should be protected from any splash, spray, or mist. If any
moisture gets spilled or splashed on the MPS module, wipe
it dry immediately to prevent damage to the module.
The MPS module should not be mounted in a location
where it may be subjected to extreme temperature shifts
or ambient temperatures outside limits defined in “Section
1: Specifications” on page 7. Keep in mind that the
internal temperature of the module will run approximately
5°C - 10°C warmer than ambient temperature. This temper -
ature increase is accounted for in the calibration tables.
The temperature specification listed is in relation to the
ambient temperature.
CAUTION! Mounting the MPS
module inadequately or in an envi-
ronment that does not conform to
the recommendations can results in
permanent damage to the module.
Warm-up
Due to the design of the MPS4232, the accuracy is only
minimally impacted by the device warming up after
initially being powered. The module can take up to 3 hours
to fully warm up (in a 25°C ambient environment). It is
recommended that the module be allowed to warm up
for a 15-30 minutes before collecting data, but this is not
mandatory. If time allows, the warm-up period should be
extended to 60 minutes for most applications.
Communications
The MPS module is designed primarily for Ethernet
communications. This provides a means to configure the
MPS module as well as scan and collect data from the
module.
A serial RS-232 connection is also supported. The serial
connection is designed to provide emergency commu -
nications with the module in cases where an Ethernet
connection cannot be established. If the internal memory
in the MPS is corrupted in any way, the serial connection
allows the user to format the memory and restore the
operating files.
Serial Communications
Every MPS4232 module has an RS-232 serial output. It is
available through the Power/Serial/Trigger connector
on the module. This connector on the module is a TE
Connectivity PLG 8P8C Mini1. This is a latching connector
to prevent the connector from becoming unseated when
subjected to vibrations. The wiring diagram for the power/
serial/trigger connector can be found in Section 4: Hard -
ware.
Settings for establishing a serial connection to the MPS4232
module are as follows:
Bits per second: 9600 BAUD
Data bits: 8
Parity: none
Stop bits: 1
Flow control: none
A serial and Ethernet connection can be established simul -
taneously. All commands listed in Section 5 are accepted
via serial communications.
The serial connection is designed to be used to configure
the module, provide emergency communications for