STX-1 Series Instrument
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Engaging Instrument onto Strap
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To engage the instrument onto the tensioned strap, slip or guide the
instrument’s three contact elements onto the strap. The proper
routing of the strapping is under the two outer guide (or contact) pins,
and over center contact element (sensor).
Do not exceed the
maximum tension range of the instrument or damage will occur.
(See Figure 5)
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Note the tension reading on the display. (See Figure 5)
6. DISPLAY SCREENS
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SETUP Screen
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LCD Refresh Rate
To either speed up or slow down the instrument’s LCD refresh rates:
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Scroll to SETUP and press ENTER.
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Scroll to LCD REFRESH RATE and press ENTER.
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Select your preference: 1, 2 or 5 Hz and press ENTER.
Note: This feature is unrelated to Data Averaging
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Data Averaging
Note: This feature is primarily used in processes where the material to
be checked is constantly moving, such as coil winding, and textiles, and
likely does not apply to use on strapping.
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Custom Names
Custom calibrations, listed as Custom 0
– 9, can be renamed so your
material appears as a selection on the Main Display. To rename a
Custom Calibration:
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Scroll to SETUP and press ENTER.
Note the routing of the strap (under
the outer guide pins and over the
center element) and the tension
reading on the display.
Figure 5: Instrument ready to engage
onto strapping.