Sierra C100L-L-DD-LE-5-OV1-SV1-PV1C-V1-S1, Instruction Manual

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Sierra Instruction Manual MaxTrak 180
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Here are some guidelines to remember if you choose to modify the Full Scale Value: Changing the full-scale value
of the instrument does not affect the accuracy of the measurement. Instrument accuracy is a percentage of the
original factory full-scale value
If you enter a full-scale value beyond the instrument’s calibrated maximum range, the SmartTrak will automatically
modify the full-scale to equal the factory full-scale value. Below 1% of the original factory full-scale value for a
meter and 2% for a controller, your SmartTrak is programmed to read zero because the error in the measurement
may exceed the measurement itself.
4.9 Other Useful Features
There are several additional features that you may utilize via the SmartTrak Software. Across the top of the
SmartTrak Master Screen, you can see these options:
Com Port
Read Parameters
Info
To use any of these functions, simply place the mouse pointer onto the name of the feature you wish and left click.
4.9.1 Com Port
To change the communication port for the SmartTrak, click on this feature. Use the pull down menu to choose the
Comm Port that your SmartTrak’s serial connector is plugged into. Remember that the software asks you to confirm
your Comm Port every time you re-start. This feature is designed for situations when you have multiple Comm
Ports available and you wish to move the SmartTrak from one to another or you are controlling more than one
SmartTrak at one time.
4.9.2 Read Controller Parameters
Use this function if you believe your computer and your SmartTrak instrument may have stopped communicating.
It is essentially a re-boot command for the SmartTrak microprocessor. When you switch Comm Ports, it is
recommended that you use this function. If your computer requires a re-boot and you do not unplug your
SmartTrak, the communication link will be broken. Use this function to re-establish communication. If at any
time, the instrument does not appear to be sending correct information to the SmartTrak software, try this command
to ensure communication.
4.9.3 Info
This gives information about the meter serial and software revisions.