Metronics Gage-Chek User manual

User’s Guide

Gage-Chek®

User’s Guide

Gage-Chek®

Metronics, Inc.

Bedford, New Hampshire, USA

All information set forth in this document, all rights to such information,

any and all inventions disclosed herein and any patents that might be

granted by employing the materials, methods, techniques or apparatus

described herein are the exclusive property of Metronics Incorporated,

Bedford, New Hampshire.

No part of this document may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system,

or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical,

photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior permission of

Metronics Incorporated. The information contained herein is designed

only for use with the Gage-Chek Digital Readout. Metronics

Incorporated is not responsible for any use of this information as applied

to any other apparatus.

The information contained in this document is subject to change without

notice. Metronics Incorporated assumes no responsibility or liability

for any errors or inaccuracies contained herein, or for incidental or

consequential damage in connection with the furnishing, performance,

or use of this guide.

Metronics Inc. shall not be liable to the purchaser of this product or

third parties for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incurred by the

purchaser or third parties as a result of: accident, misuse, or abuse of

this product or unauthorized modifications, repairs, or alterations to

this product, or failure to strictly comply with Metronics Incorporated’s

operating and maintenance instructions.

Metronics and Gage-Chek, are registered trademarks of Metronics

Incorporated.

Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only

and may be trademarks of their respective owners. Metronics

Incorporated disclaims any and all rights to those marks.

Proprietary NoticeProprietary Notice

Proprietary Notice

DisclaimerDisclaimer

Disclaimer

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Trademarks

System refers to the Gage-Chek and the measuring devices connected to

it.

This guide uses the following icons to highlight information:

WARNING

The raised hand icon warns of a situation or condition

that can lead to personal injury or death. Do not proceed

until the warning is read and thoroughly understood.

Warning messages are shown in bold type.

CAUTION

The exclamation point icon indicates a situation or

condition that can lead to equipment malfunction or

damage. Do not proceed until the caution message is

read and thoroughly understood. Caution messages are

shown in bold type.

NOTE

The note icon indicates additional or supplementary

information about an activity or concept. Notes are

shown in bold type.

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General safety precautions must be followed when operating the system.

Failure to observe these precautions could result in damage to the

equipment, or injury to personnel.

It is understood that safety rules within individual companies vary. If a

conflict exists between the material contained in this guide and the rules

of a company using this system, the more stringent rules should take

precedence.

Additional safety information is included in Chapter 2: Unpacking and

Installation.

Do not allow the power cord to be located such that it can be walked on

or create a tripping hazard.

WARNINGS

Unplug the Gage-Chek from the electrical outlet before cleaning.

The Gage-Chek is equipped with a 3-wire power plug that includes

a separate ground connection. Always connect the power plug to a

3-wire grounded outlet. The use of 2-wire power plug adapters or

any other connection accessories that remove the third grounded

connection create a safety hazard and should not be permitted. If a

3-wire grounded outlet is not available, ask your electrician to provide

one.

Unplug the Gage-Chek from the wall outlet and seek the assistance of a

qualified service technician if:

• The power cord is frayed or damaged or the power plug is damaged

• Liquid is spilled or splashed onto the enclosure

• The Gage-Chek has been dropped or the exterior has been damaged

• The Gage-Chek exhibits degraded performance or indicates a need

for service some other way

General MaintenanceGeneral Maintenance

General Maintenance

ElectricalElectrical

Electrical

Safety & MaintenanceSafety & Maintenance

Safety & Maintenance ConsiderationsConsiderations

ConsiderationsConsiderations

Considerations

Display Resolution in this guideDisplay Resolution in this guide

Display Resolution in this guide

Accuracy & PrecisionAccuracy & Precision

Accuracy & Precision

System Configuration & SetupSystem Configuration & Setup

System Configuration & Setup

Use only a cloth dampened with water and a mild detergent for cleaning

the exterior surfaces. Never use abrasive cleaners, and never use strong

detergents or solvents. Only dampen the cloth, do not use a cleaning

cloth that is dripping wet.

Display resolutions in this guide are examples only. User display

resolutions are likely to vary according to the specific application.

Measurement accuracy is determined by many factors, such as the

resolution of the encoders or transducers connected to input channels.

Generally, the display resolution of the Gage-Chek can exceed encoder

or transuducer resolutions. Setting the display resolution to exceed the

encoder or transducer resolution does not increase measurement accuracy.

All system setup and configuration must be performed by an experienced

Metronics equipment user.

Any time the Gage-Chek is connected to a new encoder or transducer, it

is necessary to perform configuration and setup again.

WARNING

Electrical shock risk: do not open the Gage-Chek enclosure. There

are no user-serviceable components or assemblies inside.

CleaningCleaning

Cleaning

Guide Part Number: 11A10525

First Printing: Revision 1 March, 2003

Second Printing: Revision 2 June, 2003

Software Version: 1.12

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Contents

Contents-1

OverviewOverview

Overview..................................................................................................................................................................

..................................................................................................................................................................

................................................................................. 1-11-1

1-11-1

1-1

Unpacking and InstallationUnpacking and Installation

Unpacking and Installation ............................................................................................................

............................................................................................................

...................................................... 2-12-1

2-12-1

2-1

Unpacking the Gage-Chek ....................................................................................... 2-1

Assembling the mounting stand .............................................................................. 2-2

Safety considerations ............................................................................................... 2-3

Connecting channel input devices ........................................................................... 2-4

Setting up channel input devices ....................................................................... 2-5

Connecting the optional foot switch and remote keypad ........................................ 2-5

Testing the foot switch and remote keypad connection ..................................... 2-6

Connecting a printer ................................................................................................ 2-7

Testing the printer connection ........................................................................... 2-8

Connecting a computer ........................................................................................... 2-9

Test 1: Communication from the Gage-Chek to computer .............................. 2-10

Test 2: Communication from computer to Gage-Chek and back ..................... 2-11

Wiring the relay output connector ........................................................................ 2-11

Warranty registration form .................................................................................... 2-13

Repackaging the Gage-Chek for shipment ............................................................. 2-13

SetupSetup

Setup............................................................................................................................................................................

............................................................................................................................................................................

...................................................................................... 3-13-1

3-13-1

3-1

The Setup Menu ....................................................................................................... 3-1

Printing Gage-Chek configuration settings .............................................................. 3-2

Accessing the Setup Menu ....................................................................................... 3-3

Navigating the Setup Menu ..................................................................................... 3-3

Entering numbers .................................................................................................... 3-5

Deleting numbers and alpha entries ........................................................................ 3-5

Entering softkey choices .......................................................................................... 3-6

Storing a parameter ................................................................................................. 3-7

Quitting without storing changes ............................................................................ 3-7

Storing all parameters and returning to the DRO screen ......................................... 3-8

Contents

Contents-2

Applying a dimension’s parameters to all dimensions ............................................. 3-8

Entering the supervisor password ............................................................................ 3-9

Essential setup requirements ................................................................................... 3-9

Setup screen descriptions ...................................................................................... 3-10

About screen .................................................................................................... 3-10

Language .............................................................................................. 3-10

System information .............................................................................. 3-10

Dimensions screen ........................................................................................... 3-11

Part number .......................................................................................... 3-11

Labeling dimensions ............................................................................. 3-12

Copying dimension parameters ............................................................ 3-12

Formats screen ................................................................................................. 3-13

Specifying a dimension ......................................................................... 3-13

Specifying radius or diameter ............................................................... 3-13

Display resolution ................................................................................. 3-14

Specifying linear display resolution ...................................................... 3-15

Specifying angular display resolution ................................................... 3-15

Specifying numeric display resolution .................................................. 3-15

Specifying temperature display resolution............................................ 3-15

Formula screen ................................................................................................. 3-16

Tolerances screens ............................................................................................ 3-17

Specifying a dimension ......................................................................... 3-18

Specifying nominal values and tolerances ............................................ 3-18

Specifying audio alert ...................................................................................... 3-23

Spc screen ........................................................................................................ 3-24

Subgroup size ....................................................................................... 3-24

Max subgroups ..................................................................................... 3-25

Graph Pts .............................................................................................. 3-25

Next Record ID ...................................................................................... 3-25

Specifying the dimension for control limits .......................................... 3-26

UCL and LCL .......................................................................................... 3-26

and Ucl and Lcl ............................................................................ 3-27

Warning percent ................................................................................... 3-29

Header screen .................................................................................................. 3-29

Creating header labels .......................................................................... 3-30

Creating header prompts ...................................................................... 3-31

Memory screen ................................................................................................ 3-32

Channels screen ............................................................................................... 3-33

Channel screen for encoders and thermocouples ....................................... 3-33

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