Dillon EDXtreme (Red) Manuel d'utilisateur

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8 EDXtreme User Instructions1.8 Declaration of Conformity (EDX and Communicator II)

EDXtreme User Instructions 91.9 Declaration of Conformity (EDX PSU)

EDXtreme User Instructions 11 2 IntroductionThe EDXtremeTM (EDX) electronic dynamometer from Dillon is a force measurement load sensor and digital r

12 EDXtreme User Instructions2.1.1 EDX KeysThere are four “hard” keys and four “soft” keys. The hard keys are permanently labeled and the soft keys a

EDXtreme User Instructions 13 2.2.1 External Power Supply Connection (EDX 4-Pin)Plug the 4-pin end of the power supply cable into the EDXtreme 4-pin

14 EDXtreme User Instructions2.3 Communicator Front PanelFigure 2.5 shows the Dillon Communicator. This is a battery powered (or AC adapter powered),

EDXtreme User Instructions 15 2.3.1 Communicator KeysThe Communicator has the same keys as the EDX but also some extra ones. They are all explained

16 EDXtreme User Instructions2.4 Communicator ConnectorsThe Communicator has 2 connectors. CELL is for wireline communications with an EDXtreme. COM1

EDXtreme User Instructions 17 2.5 Power On and AnnunciatorsWhen the EDX powers up you will see a display similar to the example shown on the left in

18 EDXtreme User Instructions2.6 Soft KeysBelow the display are four yellow keys called ‘soft keys’. Each has a different function..Figure 2.9 Soft

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EDXtreme User Instructions 19 3 EDX OperationThe EDXtreme uses a menu system to perform specific functions or make changes to the configuration. Ref

20 EDXtreme User InstructionsPress the Mode soft key and the display changes to peak measurement mode. This mode shows the peak force applied to the

EDXtreme User Instructions 21 3.3 Displaying Peak ForceThe EDX will store the peak force applied until that reading is cleared. To display the peak

22 EDXtreme User Instructions3.4 Log ModeLog mode is used to log/record force and peak data. This can be done on each lift, during a timed duration,

EDXtreme User Instructions 23 Auto ID Increment: Enable/DisableThis will increment the ID by 1 every time the "PRINT" key is pressed and

24 EDXtreme User InstructionsHoldoff Seconds:Once the unit has recorded this overload, how much time will pass before this unit will re-arm and allow

EDXtreme User Instructions 25 4EDX SetupTo begin using the EDX, it is recommended that you set it up to suit your specific needs and equipment. Acce

26 EDXtreme User InstructionsFigure 4.2 EDXtreme Operator Setup Menu ContinuedCl ock Setpts *Setpt1 Set pt 2Set setpoint mode: Disabled, Invert Band

EDXtreme User Instructions 27 4.1 Setup MenuPress the appropriate soft key shown in Figure 4.1 to accomplish the functions listed on the following p

28 EDXtreme User InstructionsFixed characters. Example 1<sp><sp><sp>104.5,<sp><sp><sp><sp>lbf, <sp>&l

EDXtreme User Instructions 1 Table of ContentsChapter 1 General Information and Warnings ...

EDXtreme User Instructions 29 Set Filter- Number of prior samples averaged to determine the displayed value.Contr Press this key to adjust the cont

30 EDXtreme User Instructions4.1.3 Setup--AboutThe next soft key is the About. The About menu shows an assortment of information about your Dillon in

EDXtreme User Instructions 31 4.1.4 Setup--TestThe Test functions can help service technicians diagnose your Dillon instrument by showing informatio

32 EDXtreme User Instructions4.1.6 SetptsFuture Feature!

EDXtreme User Instructions 33 5 EDX ConfigurationThe configuration menu is a group of settings that may be password protected if desired to prevent

34 EDXtreme User Instructions5.1 EDX Configuration MenuFigure 5.3 Configuration MenuConfigSetup Comm Mode Units Power ChPwd Reset ResoStandard or En

EDXtreme User Instructions 35 5.1.1 Config--SetupThe first soft key is Setup. Press this and you access the setup menu shown in Figure 4.1. All its

36 EDXtreme User InstructionsThe following display appears:3. Select a baud rate using the Sel keys to scroll through the choices. Choices are 1200,

EDXtreme User Instructions 37 4. Select a parity value using the Sel keys to scroll through your choices. Choices are none (default), odd and even.

38 EDXtreme User InstructionsTo configure radio:1. Press Radio.The following display appears.2. Use the Sel keys to enable or disable the radio mode.

2 EDXtreme User InstructionsChapter 6 Communicator Operation ...

EDXtreme User Instructions 39 5.1.4 Config--UnitsThe next soft key is Units. Use this item to set the units of measure you want available when you u

40 EDXtreme User Instructions3. Enable Auto-Shutdown screen will be displayed.Auto-Shutdown powers off the instrument automatically. The instrument c

EDXtreme User Instructions 41 The following screen is displayed:6. Select Yes if you only want the instrument to automatically shut down when there

42 EDXtreme User Instructions6 Communicator OperationThe Dillon Communicator is a remote display and control module designed to work with the EDXtrem

EDXtreme User Instructions 43 There are three soft keys on the first display and four on the second display. The soft key functions are described be

44 EDXtreme User InstructionsFigure 6.2 Communicator Setup Menu ContinuedPtfmt Select from print formats 1-7. See Communicator Print Formats on page

EDXtreme User Instructions 45 Blite Use this to adjust the intensity and mode of the optional backlight. Intensity adjusts the brightness of the bac

46 EDXtreme User Instructions6.3 Communicator Config MenuThe configuration menu, shown in Figure 6.3, allows you to set the items described below. Pr

EDXtreme User Instructions 47 Comm Choose to set up the following parameters for each Comm port:baud (default = 9600)parity (default = none)databits

48 EDXtreme User Instructions6.4 Communicator Print FormatsPress the Ptfmt soft key to select the print format that will be sent from the Communicato

EDXtreme User Instructions 3 1 General Information and Warnings1.1 About this ManualThis manual is divided into chapters by the chapter number and t

EDXtreme User Instructions 49 Example 1:<sp><sp><sp>104.5,<sp><sp><sp><sp>lbf,<sp><sp><sp&g

50 EDXtreme User InstructionsFormat #5 Live force, unit of measure, peak force, unit of measure for active EDXtreme only. All tab separated.11/19/13

EDXtreme User Instructions 51 7 General Information7.1 Changing Batteries7.1.1 EDXtremeTo replace discharged batteries, unscrew the battery compartm

52 EDXtreme User Instructions3. Place the battery box on a stable surface and remove the securing screw with a #1 phillips screwdriver.4. Remove the

EDXtreme User Instructions 53 6. Push the battery holder back into the bottom of the communicator.Place the black battery cover back on the bottom o

54 EDXtreme User Instructions7.4 Radio InformationThe radio technology used in the radio equipped EDXtreme and Communicator is a 2.4 GHz digital spre

EDXtreme User Instructions 55 Place spacer on a solid surface and use a hammer to start the roll pins into the two small spacer holes. See Figure 7.

56 EDXtreme User Instructions8 Common ConfigurationsEDXtreme being used stand-alone (no RS-232 or Communicator remote)Key Settings (EDXtreme):COM1 Tr

EDXtreme User Instructions 57 Key Settings (EDXtreme 2):COM1 Trans Level – DisabledRADIO Trans Level – EnableNetwork ID (1-255)Network Name: (exampl

58 EDXtreme User Instructions9 TroubleshootingProblem Possible Cause SolutionEDX powers on momentarily and turns offLow batteryBad keypadReplace with

4 EDXtreme User Instructions1.2 Safe OperationKeep all the following in mind as you use the EDX dynamometer.The system capacity is equal to the ratin

EDXtreme User Instructions 59 Radio communications not working at allDead batteries. Distance is excessive, dead radio pocketBring remote closer to

60 EDXtreme User Instructions10 Weighing and Force Measurement PracticesThe basis for all electronic force measurement or weighing is measurement of

EDXtreme User Instructions 61 10.6 Good Force Measurement Practice

62 EDXtreme User Instructions11 Specifications11.1 Dynamometer SpecificationsEnclosure: Designed to NEMA4X/IP55. Suitable for continuous outdoor use.

EDXtreme User Instructions 63 11.2 Communicator II Specifications11.3 Radio SpecificationsEnclosure:Designed to NEMA 3 / IP54 with optional sleeve.

64 EDXtreme User Instructions11.4 Capacity and Resolution*Model number in parenthesis shows U.S. convention for describing capacities. † Ultimate ove

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EDXtreme User Instructions 5 Dillon recommends only using qualified rigging hardware and cannot be responsible for unapproved hardware.This instrume

6 EDXtreme User Instructions1.4 Cleaning the Machine1.5 TrainingDo not attempt to operate or complete any procedure on a machine unless you have rece

EDXtreme User Instructions 7 1.7.3 Radio Communications ReliabilityRadio systems are vulnerable to interference, resulting in delays between the dyn