Computational Systems orporated 8000RF Laser Alignment Fixture User Manual Chapter 1

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Chapter 1-1 1 Read This First Introduction The UltraSpec 8215/8225 Laser Alignment Fixtures are the latest in a com-plete line of alignment equipment provided by CSI. The 8215/8225 system is used in conjunction with the UltraSpec Alignment Analyzer. Although the UltraSpec analyzer can be purchased separately, it must be used to pro-cess the data from the ﬁxtures. The Model 8215/8225 system attaches sensor heads to shafts that are typically coupled together. Laser beams are emitted from each sensor head and targeted on the opposite sensor head. Each shaft position is measured in relation to the other shaft by rotating the two shafts. Shaft misalignment is calculated from the position of each laser beam on its respective target.The position of each laser beam on its target is transmitted from each sensor head to the UltraSpec analyzer through radio frequency (RF) or direct cable communication. The UltraSpec analyzer processes the data and cal-culates the required machine moves necessary to bring the machine com-ponents into alignment.With most alignment systems available today, the sag of the alignment ﬁx-tures must be considered to accurately calculate machine moves. With the use of laser beams, there is no ﬁxture sag to consider! The RF communica-tion between the sensor heads and the UltraSpec analyzer simpliﬁes data acquisition and reduces operator error. The direct cable connect provides you with an alternate method to transfer data when the RF link is not prac-tical.Since each head has a self-contained angle sensor and additional memory, the data can be acquired in a variety of ways. Choices range from the tra-ditional top, bottom, left, and right locations (minimum of three) where the ﬁxtures interact directly with the analyzer to the patented partial sweep method (the sensor heads memorize the data and later dump it to the ana-lyzer).

1-2 Read This First When the 8215/8225 ﬁxtures and the UltraSpec analyzer are used with the UltraMgr PC software program, a complete alignment program can be managed from a centralized location. UltraMgr provides job tracking, con-trol of alignment tolerances, alignment history and much more.Some advantages of the UltraSpec 8215/8225 Laser Alignment Fixtures are:• Easy setup• No ﬁxture sag• Visible laser to assist with rough alignments• Large diameter mounting range• Large span range between sensor heads• Large vertical expansion to clear larger couplings • Large misalignment measurement range• Partial revolutions (down to 35°)• Dual Pass method for uncoupled alignments• Real time machine move monitoring, vertical and horizontal• Soft foot locator• Radio frequency communication • Direct cable connect, if needed• Automatic data acquisition• Dual beam technology• Internal angle sensors• Internal memory• 15-minute charge cycle for sensor heads• Simultaneously charging, sensor heads and analyzer• Best ambient light protection• Straightness measurement

1-3How To Use This Manual How To Use This Manual This manual is arranged in the following manner:• The following sections of Chapter 1 provide information that should be read before attempting to use the UltraSpec analyzer or before proceeding to read the remaining chapters. • Chapter 2 – introduces the basic features of the analyzer including descriptions of the front panel keypad and utility functions such as communications, transferring data via a modem, and system setup. Information is also provided about setting up and communicating with the UltraMgr software.• Chapter 3 – describes options and other hardkey functions such as storing, recalling, and deleting jobs, alignment setup, using the screen/print key, and ﬁnding, creating, and storing notes.• Chapter 4 – lists and describes the various components that make up the laser alignment system.• Chapter 5 – provides a general system overview and information on deﬁning and modifying a job, taking and checking data, viewing machine moves and storing data sets, and printing an alignment job.• Chapter 6 – provides speciﬁc instructions on the various ways to acquire alignment data.• Chapter 7– describes how to perform straightness measurements.• Chapter 8 – contains application information.• Chapter 9 – for your convenience, groups system maintenance and troubleshooting information into one location.

1-4 Read This First • Appendix A – provides descriptions of Foot Pre-Check types and their advantages and disadvantages. • Appendix B – provides pin-out descriptions for the analyzer’s con-nectors and wiring diagrams for associated cables. • Appendix C – details the technical speciﬁcations for the UltraSpec 8117 analyzer and 8215/8225 laser alignment ﬁxtures. • Appendix D – describes the various accessories and optional prod-ucts that are available for use with the UltraSpec analyzer.

1-5How To Use This Manual Emphasis Paragraphs The following types of paragraphs are used throughout this manual to call attention to the adjacent text:Note The note paragraph indicates special comments or instruc-tions.Caution! The caution paragraph alerts you to actions that may have a major impact on the analyzer, stored data, etc.Warning! The warning paragraph alerts you to actions that may have extremely serious consequences for equipment and/or personnel. Firmware and Application Version This manual covers UltraSpec 8215/8225 compatible analyzer ﬁrmware and application versions 2.40 (and later). Version 2.40 (and later) ﬁrmware and applications require version 6.0 or later ROM to load into the UltraSpec analyzer.Note The 8215/8225 Laser Fixtures are only compatible with the ProAlign Plus application and not compatible with the ProAlign, Easy Align, Quick Align, Vertical Align, and Train Align applications.

1-6 Read This First UltraSpec Analyzer Serialization The loaded analyzer ﬁrmware has been serialized and is matched to the analyzer serial number. If the ﬁrmware and analyzer serial numbers do not match, contact CSI Customer Support. UltraMgr Software and Prerequisites In order to use the UltraSpec 8215/8225 compatible 2.40 applications with UltraMgr compatible software, the software must be RBMware version 4.40 or later for Windows. DOS UltraMgr software and earlier versions of Windows UltraMgr soft-ware will not work with the UltraSpec 8215/8225 compatible analyzer 2.40 or later applications.Note The UltraSpec Thermal Growth application will not commu-nicate with the UltraMgr software.Note UltraMgr requires some planning and set up before jobs can be downloaded into the UltraSpec analyzer. See the UltraMgr User’s manual for more information.

1-7Standard Equipment and Options Standard Equipment and Options Unpack the UltraSpec Analyzer and compare the contents of the package with your shipping invoice. If you ﬁnd a discrepancy, call CSI Customer Support at (865) 671-4274. Fixtures Case Layout (bottom section) UltraSpec 8215/8225 Laser Alignment Fixtures Case Layout (bottom)Mounting Bases UltraSpec AnalyzerMountingChainsMountingPostsSensorHeadsTapeMeasure8000RF** Optional

1-8 Read This First Fixtures Case Layout (top section) UltraSpec 8215/8225 Laser Alignment Fixtures Case Layout (top)1” VerticalExtensionBlocks Communication Cable,Power Supply for Battery Charger,Direct Connect and CablesBattery Charger8211 or 82122” VerticalExtensionBlocksand Miscellaneous

1-9Standard Equipment and Options Inserting the Analyzer into Case Use the leather case and vinyl sheath to provide additional protection for the UltraSpec 8117 analyzer. Insert the analyzer into the leather case, making sure that the front display and keypad are visible through the cut-outs in the case. Snap the case shut, then clip on the strap and adjust for your comfort. 1 When the analyzer must be used in a wet or humid environment, it can be wrapped in the vinyl sheath before being inserted into the leather case.Note Other UltraSpec analyzer models may have a different type of leather case and vinyl sheath. These may require a different method of inserting the analyzer into the leather case and vinyl sheath.

1-10 Read This First Installing the Application If this application package was purchased with an UltraSpec analyzer, it should be pre-loaded before shipment. However, if the program was not pre-loaded or has been purchased at a later date, these instructions will assist you in installing the application.Should you have any problems, contact CSI Customer Support for assis-tance. Using UltraSpec Analyzer with a PC The following section explains how to set up communications between the UltraSpec analyzer and a PC. Communications must be established prior to completing either of these functions:• Loading ﬁrmware and applications, or• Moving jobs to or from the analyzer. Communicating With the PC A special 25- to 9-pin communications cable (Model 639) is supplied with the UltraSpec analyzer to connect the analyzer with a host computer. Con-nect the male end of this cable to the serial port on top of the analyzer and the female end to the COM port on the computer (normally COM1).

1-11Installing the Application If the host computer uses a 25-pin COM port, you must use an optional 9-to-25 pin adapter cable between the computer and the Model 639 com-munications cable as shown in the following illustration. To Com PortModel 639Communications CableHJP #4635891Multifunction InputConnector9–25 PinAdapterModel 639Communications CableHJP #4635891To Com PortMultifunction InputConnector

1-12 Read This First Date and Time When communication is attempted, the date and time settings on the UltraSpec analyzer and the host computer must be within three hours of each other or an error message will be displayed. To check and/or reset the date and time on the UltraSpec analyzer:1. ··· Press the Utility key 2.··· Select System Setup 3.··· Select Date and TimeUse the up/down arrow keys and the numeric keypad to make any required changes, and press the Enter key to accept the displayed date and time. For additional information, see “Date and Time” on page 2-28.Note For more information about transferring stored jobs to and from UltraMgr, see “Communications” on page 2-21. Loading UltraSpec Analyzer Firmware and Applications The software that controls the basic operation of the analyzer (ﬁrmware) is stored in an Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory (EPROM). The EPROM is also referred to as ROM. A ﬂoppy disk containing the ﬁrmware is supplied with each new analyzer and ﬁrmware upgrade. The most recent version of the ﬁrmware is downloaded into the analyzer before shipping. The ﬁrmware number is displayed on the analyzer’s startup screen.This ﬁrmware can be reloaded into the analyzer at any time for ﬁrmware upgrades, or for reinstallation in the unlikely event that EPROM informa-tion has been erased. Firmware is installed into the analyzer via communi-cations with a personal computer (PC or true compatible) and does not require disassembly of the analyzer.The ﬁrmware and applications can be downloaded into the analyzer from either DOS or Windows. The ﬁrmware diskette contains both the DOS and Windows download programs. Refer to “Download Procedure” on page 1-13 for more information.

1-13Installing the ApplicationCaution! Reloading ﬁrmware will erase all data stored in the analyzer. Verify that no essential data are in the analyzer before proceeding to reload ﬁrmware.Note Firmware and application version 2.40 require version 6.0 or later ROM to load into the UltraSpec analyzer. For more infor-mation, contact CSI Customer Support.Note Firmware and application versions others than 2.40 and later are not interchangeable with 2.40 and later ﬁrmware and appli-cations and cannot be loaded into the UltraSpec analyzer together.Note The UltraSpec ﬁrmware and applications are serialized for the UltraSpec analyzer and can only be loaded into the UltraSpec analyzer with that serial number. Download Procedure The following ﬂowchart is an abbreviated version of the download proce-dure. For a thorough explanation, refer to the “DOS Download Procedure” on page 1-16 or the “Windows Download Procedure” on page 1-22.

$1-14 Read This First Figure 2. Download Procedure Flowchart (page 1 of 2)On computer: type A: (or B:) \DOWNLOADand press the Enter keyStartUse communication cable to connect computerCOM1 to UltraSpec analyzer 25-pin connectorAre you using a DOS or WindowsDownloader?On computuer: place firmware diskette in driveA: (or B:)On computer: press the F6 (Comm Config)key (the Communications Configuration screenis displayed).On computer: press the F1 key to acceptCommunications ConfigurationOn computer: select the Start button, then Run.Type A: (or B:) \LOADFW.EXE and select theOK buttonUse communications cable to connect computerCOM1, COM2, COM3, or COM4 to UltraSpecanalyzer 25-pin connectorOn computuer: place firmware diskette in driveA: (or B:)On computer: select the Configuration button(the Communications Configuration screen isdisplayed)On computer: select COM port and 8000/8117,then select the OK buttonDOS WindowsContinue with next step on following page.On Computer: change communicationconfiguration if necessaryOn Computer: change communicationconfiguration if necessary$

1-15Installing the Application Figure 3. Download Procedure Flowchart (page 2 of 2)On analyzer: select Load Firmware and pressthe Enter key. See Note 1EndOn analyzer: press the Utility key (the UtilityFunctions menu is displayed)On analyzer: select System Setup (the SystemSetup menu is displayed)On analyzer: select Yes and press the EnterkeyOn computer: place applicationdiskette in drive A: (or B:) andpress the Reset/Main keyContinued from previous page.On analyzer: is message “Error:No Downloadable Programs onCurrent Host Disk” displayed?Yes NoOn analyzer: select application for loading andpress the Enter keyOn analyzer: the question, “LoadAnother?” is displayedNo YesOn analyzer: select Yesand press the Enter keyOn analyzer: is applicationto be loaded listed?No YesOn analyzer: select No, press the Enter key,and then select the active applicationOn computer: exit Download programNote 1: Since both firmwareand applications must beloaded at the same time,always load the firmware first.

1-16 Read This First Use the following detailed procedures to download ﬁrmware or applications into the analyzer from either a DOS- or Windows-based computer.Note When you are loading either ﬁrmware or applications, begin with the ﬁrmware diskette ﬁrst. DOS Download Procedure 1. ··· Connect the analyzer to the COM1 port of the computer using the supplied communications cable.2.··· On the computer, place the ﬂoppy disk containing the ﬁrmware into drive A (or B) and at the command prompt, type:A: (or B:) and press the Enter key (also called the Return key).3.··· Type DOWNLOAD, then press the Enter key.

1-17Installing the Application The following screen should be displayed. 4 4. ···Press the F6 key to bring up the following screen which shows the communication conﬁguration of the computer. 5 5. ···Change the computer settings if necessary. Normally, you should use one stop bit and a baud rate of 19.2k or 38.4k. After all changes have been made, press the Enter key.

1-18 Read This First 6.··· On the computer, press the F1 key to accept the displayed communications conﬁguration and return to the DOS Downloader main menu.7.···· On the UltraSpec analyzer, press the Utility key to display the Utility Functions menu. 6 8.··· Select System Setup and press the Enter key.The following screen will be displayed. 7 9.··· Select Load Firmware and press the Enter key.Note Select this option whether you are replacing the base ﬁrmware or loading an application or program.

1-19Installing the Application The following screen will be displayed. 8 10.··Select Yes and press the Enter key to continue. Loading FirmwareCaution! Reloading ﬁrmware in an UltraSpec 8000 analyzer resets the calibra-tion factors. Always review calibration factors after loading ﬁrmware to verify the settings are the same as in the factory supplied calibration card. Refer to “Review Calibration” on page 2-32 for information about calibrating the UltraSpec analyzer. There may be up to a 20-30 second pause before loading begins. After the ﬁrmware has been loaded, a list of application programs to be loaded will be shown (if available on the same diskette). An error mes-sage will appear if no application programs are located. 11.··If the error message occurred, insert the Application Diskette into the computer drive A: (or B:); on the analyzer, press the Reset/Main key. Otherwise, go directly to Step 12. Loading Applications A list of programs on the diskette will be shown.12.··Select a program and press the Enter key.

1-20 Read This First As each application is loaded, you will see a prompt asking whether to continue with the next step or load another application. 13. · If additional applications were listed on the ﬁrst diskette, answer Yes and press the Enter key to continue. Otherwise, insert the next application diskette at this time, answer Yes, and press the Enter key. 9 14. · When the last application program has been loaded, answer No and press Enter.After the desired application(s) are loaded, you must use Select Appli-cation to designate the active application.15. · Exit the Download program. At the computer, press the F10 key to exit the DOS Download program.Note Depending on the amount of memory available, no more than six applications can be loaded into the analyzer at the same time. In an analyzer with only 0.5 Mb of memory available, no more than one or two applications can be loaded at the same time, depending on the application.Note Although individual ﬁrmware programs are shipped on sepa-rate diskettes, all programs serialized for the same instrument can be copied to a single diskette (for downloading) if desired. To do this, copy all *.DLH and *.TSK ﬁles to the base ﬁrmware diskette.

1-21Installing the ApplicationNote After loading ﬁrmware and application(s) in an UltraSpec ana-lyzer, check the calibration factors (see “Review Calibration” on page 2-32).Note The Calibration values can be automatically loaded into the analyzer when the ﬁrmware is loaded. For more information, see the “Calibration Write Program” on page 2-39.

$1-22 Read This First Windows Download Procedure 1. ··· Connect the analyzer to either the COM1, COM2, COM3, or COM4 port of the computer using the supplied communications cable.2.··· On the computer, place the ﬂoppy disk containing the ﬁrmware into drive A (or B).3.··· From Windows, select the Start button and then choose Run. Type A: (or B:) \LOADFW.EXE and then select the OK button. Depending on whether this application has previously been run, either the Main Menu or Conﬁguration screen will be displayed. (Note: The screens may be conﬁgured differently than what is shown). Figure 10. Windows Downloader Conﬁguration ScreenFigure 11. Windows Downloader Main Menu$

1-23Installing the Application 4. ···If the Main Menu is displayed, select the Conﬁg button to display the Conﬁguration screen. Otherwise, the Conﬁguration screen is already displayed.5. ···If necessary, change the settings on the computer. Normally, you should use a baud rate of 19.2k or 38.4k and one stop bit. Change the COM port setting to match the COM port the communications cable was connected to in step 1. Change the Analyzer Type setting to 8000 / 8117, then press the OK button to accept the communications conﬁguration and display the Windows Downloader Main Menu. 6. ···On the UltraSpec analyzer, press the Utility key to display the Utility Functions menu. 12 7.····Select System Setup and press Enter.The following screen will be displayed. 13 8. ···Select Load Firmware and press Enter.

1-24 Read This FirstNote Select this option whether you are replacing the base ﬁrmware or loading an application or program.The following screen will be displayed. 14 9.··· Select Yes and press the Enter key to continue. Loading FirmwareCaution!Reloading ﬁrmware in an UltraSpec 8000 analyzer may reset calibra-tion factors. Always review calibration factors after loading ﬁrmware to verify the settings are the same as in the factory supplied calibration card. Refer to “Review Calibration” for information about calibrating the UltraSpec analyzer.There may be up to a 20-30 seconds pause before loading begins. After the ﬁrmware has been loaded, a list of application programs to be loaded will be shown (if available on the same diskette). An error message will appear if no application programs are located. 10. · If the error message occurred, insert the Application Diskette into the computer’s drive A (or B). On the analyzer, press the Reset/Main key. Otherwise, go directly to Step 11.

1-25Installing the ApplicationLoading ApplicationsA list of programs on the diskette will be shown.11.··Select a program and press Enter.As each application is loaded, you will see a prompt asking whether to continue with the next step or load another application. 12.··If additional applications were listed on the ﬁrst diskette, answer Yes and press the Enter key to continue. Otherwise, insert the next application diskette at this time, answer Yes, and press Enter.1513.··When the last application program has been loaded, answer No and press Enter.After the desired application(s) are loaded, you must use Select Appli-cation to designate the active application.NoteWhen the ProAlign Plus application is ﬁrst selected after loading into the analyzer a message is displayed telling you that all DLP (Downloadable Program) memory is cleared and displaying the amount of free memory (in bytes) left in the ana-lyzer. From this screen press Enter to continue and enter the ProAlign Plus application.14.··Exit the Download program. At the computer, select the Exit button to exit the Windows Download program.

1-26 Read This FirstNoteDepending on the amount of memory available, no more than six applications can be loaded into the Analyzer at the same time. In an analyzer with only 0.5 MB of memory available no more than one or two applications can be loaded at the same time depending on the application.NoteAlthough individual ﬁrmware programs are shipped on sepa-rate diskettes, all programs serialized for the same instrument can be copied to a single diskette (for downloading) if desired. To do this, copy all *.DLH and *.TSK ﬁles to the base ﬁrmware diskette. NoteAfter loading ﬁrmware and application(s) in an UltraSpec 8000 analyzer, check the calibration factors (see “Review Calibra-tion” on page 2-32).NoteThe Calibration values can be automatically loaded into the analyzer when the ﬁrmware is loaded. For more information, see the “Calibration Write Program” on page 2-39.

1-27Installing the ApplicationCatalogDisplays information (i.e. program name, version number, task ﬁle name, and serial number) about the analyzer disk placed in the drive.16

1-28 Read This FirstCommunicating with UltrMgrTransferring jobs to and from the host computer requires 4.40 and later RBMware compatible UltraMgr’s UltraCom software module and the UltraSpec 8215/8225 compatible analyzer application. A special 25-to-9 pin communications cable is supplied with the UltraSpec analyzer to con-nect the analyzer to the host computer. Connect the male end of this cable to the serial port on top of the analyzer and the female end to the COM port on the host computer (the port to be used is selected in the UltraMgr communication port conﬁguration menu).On the computer, from the RBMware main menu, select the Corrective Jobs button, select the Setup/Communications Tab, Selective Corrective Data Transfer to access the UltraMgr’s UltraCom program. Select Commu-nication Setup under Tools, and set the communication parameters. Con-sult the UltraMgr User’s manual for more information on these parameters. Select the optional UltraMgr module for the UltraSpec analyzer applica-tion. On the analyzer, select the Utility, select Communications, select Communications Setup, and the communications parameters. See “Com-munications Setup” on page 2-22 for more information about these param-eters.NoteThe baud rate and stop bit set in the analyzer and in the UltraMgr module must match each other.To establish communications between the analyzer and the computer, on the analyzer select Utility, select Communications, and select Host PC Load/Dump. At this point, the analyzer is waiting on the computer to start the transfer by selecting either the “Upload Jobs to Database”, “Download Jobs to Analyzer”, “Download a Default Job”, or “Download Tolerance Table” option in the UltraMgr Application program.When communication is established, the number of jobs stored in the ana-lyzer will be displayed. The jobs will then be transferred followed by a sum-mary of the transfer process.

1-29Communicating with UltrMgrNoteThe option in UltraMgr to “Download Jobs to Analyzer” and “Download a Default Job” is not available for the UltraSpec Analyze and UltraSpec Motor applications. The “Download Tolerance Table” option is available only in the UltraSpec Alignment applications.NoteThere is no communication between UltraMgr and the UltraSpec Thermal Growth application.Interrupting the Job Loading ProcessIf an interruption should occur during the job load process, the analyzer will attempt to reestablish communications with the computer for a prede-termined length of time. This time allotment, designated “Timeout,” is con-ﬁgurable in the Communications Setup menu accessed from the Communications Menu (see “Communications Setup” on page 2-22). CSI recommends that this be set to 10. After timeout, the analyzer will display a Communications Error screen. Press the Reset/Main key, check the fol-lowing items, and repeat the job load procedure.If problems or error messages are encountered during the communication process, recheck the following:1.····The baud rate and stop bit setting on both the analyzer and the computer.2. ···The cable connection between the analyzer and the computer.3. ···The date and time on both the analyzer and the host computer.4. ···The communications port setup on the computer.5. ···The number of retries and time out settings on both the analyzer and the computer.6. ···The communications cable being used is the proper communications cable furnished with the analyzer.

Chapter 2-1 2 Basic Analyzer Operations Most of the feature descriptions and other information provided in this chapter are common to all UltraSpec analyzer software applications. Although the use of function keys is discussed in a very general way, detailed application-dependent operations are covered in the appropriate sections.To provide maximum conﬁguration ﬂexibility and upgradeability in the ﬁeld, all UltraSpec analyzer operating software is downloaded from a com-puter. The two types of software that are used are:• Firmware - controls the basic function of the instrument and must be loaded ﬁrst.• Applications - provide speciﬁc functionality for alignment, bal-ancing, operation as a single-channel FFT analyzer, or, for electric motor analysis.Note Where applicable, differences in the UltraSpec analyzer models will be discussed.

2-2 Basic Analyzer Operations UltraSpec Analyzer Top Panel When viewing the analyzer from the top, the features in this ﬁgure are vis-ible. Descriptions are listed below. UltraSpec 8000 Analyzer Top PanelUltraSpec 8117 Analyzer Top PanelTachSignalInputCharger Input/Power OutputRS232 PortTachSignalInputPower OutputRS232 Port ChargerInput

2-3UltraSpec Analyzer Top Panel RS232 Serial Port • Provides for data communications between the UltraSpec analyzer and the host computer, via the Model 639 Communications cable.• Provides for connection to an external modem via the Model 705 Modem Kit. Provides for connection to an external printer via the Model 720A Printer Interface; or to any printer supported by MicroSoft Windows operating system via CSI’s Virprint program.• Provides for connection to the Model 821510 Direct Connect Inter-face. • Provides for connection to the 8000RF Interface (radio frequency interface box for laser system).• Provides for connection to a variety of signal input devices.Caution! Do not connect any adapters or accessories to the RS232 serial port while the analyzer is turned on. Charger Input • Provides an input for the Model 8211 or Model 8212 battery chargers. In the UltraSpec 8000 analyzer, it provides an input for the Model A2115-C battery charger. In the UltraSpec 8117 analyzer, it provides an input for the Model 93140 power supply, 8211 battery charger, or 8212 battery charger. Power Output • Provides power for the Model 404 series phototach. Tach Signal Input This connection is used to connect the cable from a TTL pulse generator, typically a Model 404 series or 401B tachometer.

2-4 Basic Analyzer Operations UltraSpec Analyzer Front Panel The following are brief descriptions of keys and functions located on the front panel. These functions are discussed in greater detail in other sections of the manual. UltraSpec 8117 English Front PanelActivityLEDReset/MainKey KeypadChargingLEDControlKeysCommandKeysOn/OffUTILITYON_____OFFOPTIONS NOTESPRINT HELPENTER ENTERRESET RESETPAGE UP PAGEDOWNINSERTMARKDECEXPDELETEACTIVITY CHARGING

2-5UltraSpec Analyzer Front Panel UltraSpec 8117 Analyzer Icon Front PanelActivityLEDReset/MainKey KeypadChargingLEDControlKeysCommandKeysOn/Off

2-6 Basic Analyzer Operations UltraSpec 8000 Analyzer after v6.0 ROM upgrade986543210COMPUTATIONAL SYSTEMS INCORPORATED8000ActivityLEDKeypadControlKeysCommandKeysOn/OffUtility Options ScreenPrint Notes HelpOnOffEnter MainPage Up PageDownInsertAltABC7JKLSTUDEFMNOVWXSpaceYZ*PQRGHI Delete/ # &ExpDec- +. ,

2-7UltraSpec Analyzer Front PanelNote In the following discussion, keys representing the UltraSpec 8117 analyzer Icon Front Panel are shown in the left column; keys representing the UltraSpec 8117 analyzer front panel (English) and an upgraded UltraSpec 8000 analyzer are shown in the right column. On/Off Press the On/Off key once to turn on the analyzer, press it again to turn it off. Activity LED This LED, located on the left side of the front panel, ﬂashes to provide visual conﬁrmation of keyboard entries and certain software operations (i.e. starts and stops of data acquisitions). Charging LED This LED, located on the right side of the UltraSpec 8117 front panel, is illu - minated when the battery charger is connected to the UltraSpec 8117 ana - lyzer and the battery pack is being charged (see “UltraSpec Analyzer Battery Maintenance” on page 9-4). Alt Key The Alt Key (lower left corner) enables a second function on some keys. Keys with second functions are: Print, Notes, and Delete. Other keys with second functions may be application dependent. These keys and functions will be discussed in greater detail where applicable.Note Pressing the Alt key along with the Notes key allows you to enter the user deﬁned notepad area (for adding additional notes).ONOFFACTIVITY81178000CHARGINGN/A8000 8117AltAlt

2-8 Basic Analyzer OperationsNote The Alt key is active for ﬁve seconds after being pressed. The illuminated Activity LED indicates when the Alt key is active. Utility Function Key Utility The Utility function key is used to select the application you want to work with. Although the analyzer normally defaults to the last application that was used, you must use this key to change applications. Additional func-tions available from the Utility Functions menu are Communications, System Setup, and Battery Test (discussed in later sections). Application-dependent Function Keys Results from using these function keys will vary depending on which appli-cation you have selected. Note All of the functions accessed with these keys are described in detail in later sections. Options The Options key enables you to store, recall, and delete jobs. Certain appli-cation-speciﬁc options and speciﬁed functions may also be accessed using the options key. Screen/Print The Screen/Print key is a dual purpose key. You can:• Print a job report for the application being run, or• When used with the Alt key, you can get a printout of the current screen. UtilityOptionsScreenPrintPRINT811780008000

2-9UltraSpec Analyzer Front Panel A hardcopy can be printed directly to an external, Epson-compatible, dot matrix printer, or an HP DeskJet printer by using the Model 720A Printer Adapter. Or, it can be sent directly to any Windows compatible printer using CSI’s Virprint software. (See “Screen/Print Key” on page 3-25 for more information on printing.) Notes The Notes key is used to access the notepad screen which provides a list of preprogrammed or user-deﬁned observations concerning the status of the equipment. By pressing Alt/Notes, you can access the user-deﬁned notepad area (to create a new note). Help The Help key can be used to access help screen information at appropriate locations in the various menus. By pressing Alt/Help while in the Utility Function, you an access the help screen information for special language characters. Control Keys Enter • Accepts menu selections and screen inputs.• Returns you to the active application Main menu. Up/Down Arrows • Moves the cursor through menu selections.• Expands and contracts the scale of graphic tolerance charts by a factor of two with each press. • Scrolls the text screen up or down when more selections are avail-able than will ﬁt on the screen.• Scrolls to the next reading (Up Arrow) or previous reading (Down Arrow) required under the Alignment Data Screen when using the 4 Point Manual method. (Laser Alignment program only.) • Moves the cursor in increments of ten points or angles at a time to the next point (Up Arrow) or previous point (Down Arrow) when viewing or editing a sine curve. (ProAlign Plus program only.)NotesHelp?Enter

2-10 Basic Analyzer Operations Reset/Main • Returns you to the active application Main menu. Left/Right Arrows • Scrolls ﬁelds (Notes, Machine Description, Station Description, etc.) that extend off of the display.• Controls cursor movement on data plots.• Moves one space per press to the right or left in alphanumeric ﬁelds.• Moves the cursor across the set of offset and angle points in the tol-erance graphs. (Laser Alignment program only.) • Steps through the alternate solutions in the Machine Move screens (Laser Alignment program only.) • When viewing or editing a sine curve, pressing the Alt/Left Arrow key moves the cursor to the ﬁrst point or angle. Pressing the Alt/Right Arrow key moves the cursor to the last point or angle (Laser Alignment program only.) • Moves the cursor one point or angle at a time to the next point (Right Arrow) or to the previous point (Left Arrow) when viewing or editing a sine curve. (Laser Alignment program only.) Page Up • Formerly known as the Home/Back function.• The Page Up function enables you to back up to the previous screen within a section.• In Notes, the Page Up function moves backward six notes at a time within a section.• In the Tolerance Charts, pressing the Alt/Page Up key shows the acceptable/excellent ranges. (Laser Alignment program only.) Page Down • Formerly known as the End/Back function.MainRESET81178000PageUpPageDown

2-11UltraSpec Analyzer Front Panel • Advances to the next page on menus that contain more than one page.• In Notes, the Page Down function moves forward six notes at a time within a section.• Pressing the Alt/Page Down key in the Tolerance Charts will expand the scale to ﬁt all readings on the graph equally. (Laser Alignment pro-gram only.) • Advances to additional detailed information (e.g., sine curve, align-ment data, individual tolerance plots with all readings, etc.) from the dual tolerance plot screen under View Data. (Laser Alignment program only.) Insert • Formerly known as the Insert/Delete function.• Inserts alphanumeric characters.• Undeletes a point or angle and reﬁts curve when editing a sine curve. (Laser Alignment program only.) Delete • Formerly known as the Clear function.• Deletes alphanumeric characters.• Alt/Delete clears alphanumeric entries from text ﬁelds and the notepad.• Pressing the Alt/Delete key while in the Main menu allows deletion of the current job or reading and notes in the current job.• Pressing Alt/Delete while acquiring data clears magnitude and phase averages and begins a new average. (Balance and Analyze programs only.) • Deletes a point or angle and reﬁts curve when editing a sine curve. (Laser Alignment program only.) • When editing a sine curve, press the Alt/Delete key undeletes all points or angles (36 maximum) and reﬁts curve. (Laser Alignment pro-gram only.)InsertDelete

2-12 Basic Analyzer Operations Space • Inserts a space into alphanumeric text.• When a strip chart is displayed, toggles amplitude zoom mode.• Pressing the Alt/Space (Alt/0) key advances to additional Laser Fix-ture Status and Error code information under Laser Head Status (ProAlign Plus program only.) • When the alignment data is displayed under View Data, pressing the Space key toggles the top reading between zero and the raw data. (Laser Alignment program only.) • Pressing the Alt/Space (Alt/0) key under Alignment Data before ini-tializing the laser heads resends the last set of alignment data stored in the heads. Mark • Provides Special Functions when displaying spectra with the cursor on screen (required with the Analyze program) . Pressing the key the ﬁrst time more precisely locates the frequency and amplitude of the peak. Pressing the key the second time places boxes at multiples of the located peak. Expand (Exp) • Expands the horizontal scale of a spectral or waveform plot.• Pressing the Alt/Exp key replaces the bar graphs with numbers and visa-versa under Laser Head Status (Laser Alignment program only.) Decrease (Dec) • Decreases the horizontal scale of a spectral or waveform plot. Selecting Menu Items For menus that do not contain entry ﬁelds, two methods can be used to select the desired function:• The ﬁrst method is to use the analyzer’s up/down arrow keys to high-light the desired function, then press the Enter key.Space00_(). ,. ,MARK81178000/ # &Exp/ # &– +Dec- +

2-13UltraSpec Analyzer Front Panel• The second method allows you to quickly select a menu item by pressing the numerical key corresponding to the menu item number. The menu item will be automatically selected and the analyzer will then advance to the next screen.Response FieldsMany functions of the UltraSpec analyzer require that you enter data; response ﬁelds are provided for this purpose. Some response ﬁelds provide a predeﬁned set of selections. Pressing any key on the keypad will step through these selections as shown in the following example.176.8K38.4K19.2K9600480024001200300

2-14 Basic Analyzer OperationsOther response ﬁelds offer only two selections, for example “One” or “Two” in the following illustration, and pressing any key on the keypad will alternate between these two selections.2Another type of response ﬁeld requires numerical value or alphabetical character entry and is discussed in the following section. The most common type of data entry and screen acceptance convention is: when a screen has multiple data entry ﬁelds, any key on the keypad accepts the data for the individual ﬁeld and “Enter” accepts the entire screen. The Arrow keys usu-ally move the cursor from ﬁeld to ﬁeld. ONETWO

2-15UltraSpec Analyzer Front PanelAlphanumeric Keys Alphanumeric keys are used to enter alphanumeric characters into response ﬁelds that do not have predeﬁned selections. Each key is assigned up to four characters, and is designed to allow single-ﬁnger keyboard entries.To enter a character, repeatedly press a key to step through its assigned characters, for example, D E F 8, until the desired character is displayed. The cursor will automatically advance to the next space after a one-second pause or after another key has been pressed. The left arrow key may be used to backspace the cursor to correct errors.A blank space in the ﬁeld may be entered in one of three ways:• Press the right arrow key after the cursor has advanced one space.• Press the right arrow key immediately after entering the last char-acter before the space. The cursor will then advance two spaces.• Press the Space key to advance the cursor one space and/or delete an existing character.

2-16 Basic Analyzer OperationsFor example, to enter the phrase “PUMP 6” press the following keys in the order shown. Where dark keys are shown more than one time, you should press that key repeatedly until the desired alphanumeric character is dis-played.3NoteThe Delete key will delete an individual character as well as the space it occupies. The Alt/Delete key will clear the entire ﬁeld.Numerical ValuesFor ﬁelds that require numerical entry only, the alphabetic characters of the keys are disabled. Only one key press is required to enter a number. The “-” key can be used to enter a negative number and can be entered before or after the number(s).,PQR(_)P61 1USTU1MNO5M,PQR6PS6STUSTU0PQR PQR PQRPQR6666,,,TPQR

$2-17UltraSpec Analyzer Front PanelEntering Fractions (Alignment Applications Only)4In the Machine Dimensions screen, these keys are used to enter fractional values. For instance, to enter 5 5/8, press keys in the following order:(1)5(2).(3)5(4)/(5)8When Enter is pressed, the fraction will be converted to a decimal automat-ically.5,•/$

2-18 Basic Analyzer OperationsSpecial Language CharactersThe following special language characters are accessible through the indi-cated alternate numerical key sequence.NoteTo view the special language characters in UltraMgr, a special table will need to be installed. Call CSI Customer Support for more information.Key Sequence Special CharacterAlt/1 ÄAlt/2 ÅAlt/3 ÖAlt/4 ÑAlt/5 ÜAlt/6 ÉAlt/7 Ç

2-19UltraSpec Analyzer Utility FunctionsUltraSpec Analyzer Utility FunctionsUltraSpec Analyzer StartupWhen the UltraSpec analyzer is turned on, the “Power Up” screen will dis-play ﬁrst as shown below. This screen temporarily displays the current date and time, the version number of the installed ﬁrmware, the version number of the installed Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory (EPROM), the total amount of memory available in the meter, and the serial number of the meter.UltraSpec Analyzer Startup ScreenPress the Utility key to access the Utility Functions menu shown below. Utility Functions Screen

2-20 Basic Analyzer OperationsThe Utility Functions menu contains four functions which are described in detail in the following subsections.• Select Application• Communications• System Setup• Battery TestSelect ApplicationAlthough the analyzer defaults to the last application used, you can use this menu to select another application (when multiple applications have been installed).6For additional information, refer to “Loading UltraSpec Analyzer Firm-ware and Applications” on page 1-12.NoteApplications must be loaded from a computer to the UltraSpec analyzer before they can be selected.

2-21UltraSpec Analyzer Utility FunctionsNoteWhen the ProAlign Plus application is ﬁrst selected after loading into the analyzer a message is displayed telling you that all DLP (Downloadable Program) memory is cleared and displaying the amount of free memory (in bytes) left in the ana-lyzer. From this screen press Enter to continue and enter the ProAlign Plus application.Communications The Communications function menu is used to establish communications with the host computer and to provide utilities for controlling communica-tion parameters of the analyzer, as well as an external modem.Communications Function MenuThe following subsections describe the Communications menu selections in detail.Host PC Load/DumpThe Load function is used to transfer one or more jobs from the computer database into the analyzer. The Dump function is used to transfer the mod-iﬁed jobs in storage to the UltraMgr database.

2-22 Basic Analyzer OperationsNoteThe transfer is performed via direct computer to analyzer hook-up using a Model 639 communications cable. This cable is supplied as standard equipment with the analyzer (no modem is required). When Host PC Load/Dump is selected, the analyzer automatically awaits signals from the computer to begin transferring stored job(s) data. A screen stating that the analyzer is awaiting host commands will be displayed. This screen will be displayed until the time needed for all retries has been used up. At that point, a communications error message will be displayed. Communications SetupThe Communications Setup menu is used to conﬁgure the communications port of the analyzer.7Select the Baud Rate from 76.8K, 38.4K, 19.2K, 9600, 4800, 2400, 1200, or 300 baud. For rapid data transfer, select the highest baud rate possible, con-sistent with the capabilities of the host computer equipment.Set the Stop Bit option at One or Two.The Timeout option controls the amount of time (selectable from 0 through 99.9 seconds) that the analyzer will wait for the computer to respond before aborting the procedure and trying again. Entering a value of zero will dis-able this feature.

2-23UltraSpec Analyzer Utility FunctionsThe Retries option speciﬁes the number of times the analyzer will repeat attempts to establish valid communication. If communication is not estab-lished, the analyzer will display a communications error message following the last retry and timeout cycle.NoteCSI recommends a value of “one” for the Stop Bits setting. A suggested timeout value of 10 seconds, and ﬁve retries should allow sufﬁcient time for the computer to process any commu-nication errors and multiple jobs being loaded from UltraMgr.The CTS Enable option should be set to “Yes” when using a modem that supports hardware handshake via CTS signal (this includes most 9600 baud modems).Set Modem CommandsThis menu selection is used to deﬁne the modem command string which instructs the modem to dial a telephone number.8The example Set Modem screen above shows a modem command line for use with a Hayes-compatible modem which will:• Use tone dialing ATDT (ATDP for pulse dialing)• Dial 1 and the area code 423• Then dial the number 675-2400Underneath “Type in New Commands,” use the alphanumeric keypad to type in the desired letters/numbers. Press the Enter key to accept the new modem number.

2-24 Basic Analyzer OperationsModem ConnectThis menu selection is used to transmit the modem command string to the modem.

2-25UltraSpec Analyzer Utility FunctionsTransferring Data Via ModemThe CSI Model 705 Modem kit is recommended when using the UltraSpec analyzer to transfer data via telephone line. The kit includes:• Model 705 2400-baud modem.• Model 635 analyzer to modem cable.• Telephone cord - connects the modem to the telephone outlet.• Two-to-one adapter - permits the modem and an existing telephone to connect to one telephone outlet.The host computer will require an external or internal Hayes-compatible modem that is connected to the COM port (normally COM1) of the com-puter. Consult the appropriate modem and/or computer manual for addi-tional installation and operating information.NoteYou must have RBMware’s CSICOM program to transfer data via modem.To Establish Communications 1.····On the PC, access RBMware. From the RBMware main menu, select the Portable Vibration button, select the Setup/Communications tab, select Analyzer Data Transfer, then select Setup Comm. 2. ···Specify the COM port the modem is connected to.3. ···In the Modem Initialization String ﬁeld, enter the initialization string for your modem and click OK. Refer to the manual supplied with your modem for recommended initialization strings.If you are unable to locate the correct initialization string, CSI recom-mends trying one of the following generic strings.Generic String ResultATA<0D> Sends a command to the modem to make it answer the phone line immediately.ATS0=1<0D> Sends a command to go into Auto-Answer mode.

2-26 Basic Analyzer OperationsNoteThe initialization string is the actual string that will be sent to the COM port speciﬁed in the Communication Port ﬁeld.4.··· Select Initiate to send the command string to the modem. 5.··· Connect the Model 705 modem to the analyzer’s RS232 port with the supplied cable. Plug the existing telephone line and the modem telephone line into the two-to-one adapter. Plug the adapter into the telephone outlet.6.··· Select the Modem Connect option on the UltraSpec Analyzer and press the Enter key. The analyzer will display the Modem Connect in Progress screen during the dialing process.7.···· The telephone can be monitored during step 8 by picking up the receiver and listening to make sure that the host computer’s modem has answered. Do not hang up the receiver as this will usually cause the modem to hang up also. The receiver may be carefully set aside without adversely affecting communications.8.··· Close CSICOM to return to the RBMware main menu, then select Corrective Data Transfer.9.··· Ensure that the baud rate and stop bits parameters in UltraMgr’s UltraCom agree with the Communications Setup parameters on the UltraSpec Analyzer. Check the modem command string in the Set Modem Commands menu of the analyzer.After communications have been established, the analyzer will display the Communications menu. Select the Host PC Load/Ump option and follow the normal operating procedures used to transfer data. This process requires an operator at each end of the communications link.

2-27UltraSpec Analyzer Utility FunctionsCommunications Trouble (using Modem)If communications cannot be established, verify the following:1.····The modem command string in the Set Modem Commands menu of the analyzer.2. ···The baud rate, stop bits, timeout parameters, and the date and time on the analyzer and the host computer.3. ···Secure connections on the Model 705, the analyzer, and the telephone line.4. ···Secure connections on the host computer and modem, and the telephone line.5. ···A dial tone is present, the modem dials the number, the destination phone rings, and the destination modem answers.System SetupFrom the Utility Functions menu, press System Setup to access the fol-lowing screen. This screen shows setup parameters from which various operational control parameters of the analyzer may be speciﬁed.9

2-28 Basic Analyzer OperationsUnitsData Units parameters deﬁne how the analyzer will display and collect data. The Units mode speciﬁes whether data are to be displayed in English or Metric and Hz or CPM. 10NoteThe Units mode is the only parameter under Units Function used by the Alignment application.The <Data Units> column lists the available types of converted data. The <Data> column speciﬁes how the acquired data will be displayed for each data unit. Press any key in the lower section of the keypad to step through and select RMS, Peak, and Pk-Pk.Date and TimeThis function sets the current date and time on the UltraSpec analyzer using Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) format. Greenwich Mean Time is equiva-lent to Universal Time Coordinates (UTC) and Zulu (Z) time. It is measured from the Prime Meridian originating at Greenwich, England.

2-29UltraSpec Analyzer Utility FunctionsTo change the month, press any key on the keypad to step through the months. Use the keypad to enter the correct values for the remaining items. Enter the current date, time, and GMT offset for your time zone. There are 25 GMT World Time Zones from -12 through +12 (i.e. the GMT Offset for the Eastern Standard Time Zone would be -5). Toggle Daylight Savings Time (D.S.T.) on or off depending on whether Daylight Savings Time is in effect or not. Press the Enter key to accept the values as displayed and return to the System Setup menu.11NoteIf the analyzer displays the “Warning - Check GMT & DST Setting” screen, it will continue to do so with power-up and reset until you have entered, made the necessary changes, and accepted the date and time. In the UltraSpec 8000 analyzer, you will be required to set the date and time every time you reload the base ﬁrmware. In the UltraSpec 8117 analyzer, the date and time with GMT offset and D.S.T. are automatically saved in non-volatile memory when the date and time are accepted; therefore, you will not be required to set the date and time when the base ﬁrmware is reloaded.12

2-30 Basic Analyzer OperationsOperational ParamsThe Operational Parameters menu is used to set up certain operating char-acteristics of the analyzer.UltraSpec 8000UltraSpec 8117Key Beeper: - This ﬁeld is used to toggle the audible indicator (beep) func-tion between On and Off. When on, a single beep indicates that a key has been pressed.Automatic Poweroff: - The Automatic Poweroff feature will turn the ana-lyzer off if there is no user activity within a speciﬁed time period. This time period is deﬁned in minutes from 0 to 10. Entering 0 will disable the Auto-matic Poweroff feature.Contrast: – alters the viewing angle of the analyzer display screen. Any key on the keypad will advance the contrast values from 1 (maximum contrast) through 41 (minimum contrast), and then the sequence repeats.

2-31UltraSpec Analyzer Utility FunctionsNoteChanging contrast in normal light often appears to change only the tint. In certain situations, however, changing the viewing angle of the screen can make a signiﬁcant difference in clarity.PC Display: - This function enables a computer, loaded with appropriate software, to display the analyzer’s screen on the computer monitor using the 639 communication cable. This feature is intended for demonstration and training purposes and is not used during normal operation of the ana-lyzer and should be set to Off.NoteTo display and acquire data simultaneously a splitter adapter (e.g., model 8003) is required.Printer Type – Epson, Deskjet, Epson-2, or Virprint.• Epson – use any Epson-compatible dot matrix printer• Deskjet – use when printing to HP Deskjet printer• Epson-2 – same as Epson but with compressed line spacing in graphics mode. This is useful for some printers that leave graphics in the graphics mode. • Virprint – A printer emulation program from CSI. Used to print data from the analyzer via the Virprint (Virtual Printer) program to any printer supported by the Windows operating system. See “Screen/Print Key” on page 3-25 for more information on printing.NoteSwitching printer types with the 720A attached might require letting the 720A printer interface sit unconnected for about ﬁve minutes. If you are using a printer interface with a reset button, it should be pressed after changing the printer selection.

2-32 Basic Analyzer OperationsBacklight – This ﬁeld is only available in the UltraSpec 8117 analyzer. It is used to turn the analyzer’s backlight on and off. When on, the backlight turns off automatically after one minute of key inactivity and back on auto-matically when any key is pressed.Load FirmwareThis feature is used to load ﬁrmware and applications from the PC into the analyzer. See “Installing the Application” on page 1-10 for complete instructions on this procedure.Review CalibrationTo ensure maximum measurement accuracy, each UltraSpec analyzer is thoroughly calibrated by CSI before shipping, and the results of the cali-bration are recorded on the calibration tag that is shipped with the analyzer. The values entered into the analyzer’s calibration routine allow the ﬁrm-ware to compensate for any minor errors in measurement that may be caused by component tolerances within the analyzer.Normally, these values do not have to be modiﬁed. However, the analyzer calibration values should be checked against the calibration tag under the following conditions:• The analyzer produces invalid or unreasonable readings.• The battery has been allowed to discharge to the point where ana-lyzer memory has been lost. (This typically would require several months of inactivity.)• New ﬁrmware has been loaded into the analyzer (UltraSpec 8000 analyzer only).• The analyzer displays the “Warning – Check Calibration Factors” screen.Normally, the calibration values can simply be entered into the analyzer using the values recorded on the calibration tag. It is recommended, how-ever, that the analyzer be returned to CSI once a year for re-calibration in order to maintain the instrument’s accuracy.

2-33UltraSpec Analyzer Utility FunctionsNoteThe calibration values can be automatically loaded into the analyzer when the ﬁrmware is loaded. For additional informa-tion see “Calibration Write Program” on page 2-39.NoteIn the UltraSpec 8117 analyzer, the calibration values can be saved into non-volatile memory. For more information, see “Save Calibrations” on page 2-37.

2-34 Basic Analyzer OperationsTo check and/or modify the calibration values, press the Utility key, high-light System Setup from the menu and press the Enter key. Then highlight Review Calibration and press the Enter key. At the “Access #:” prompt, enter the access code (CSI is the default) and press the Enter key. The following are brief descriptions of the functions of each selection.UltraSpec 8000UltraSpec 8117

2-35UltraSpec Analyzer Utility FunctionsCalibration FactorsAdjusts the overall signal amplitude compensation.13Integration FactorsThese four parameters apply to the gain corrections used for the analog integrators which convert sensor units to display units.14

2-36 Basic Analyzer OperationsDC OffsetsThese parameters are associated with the DC measurement offset, the analog RMS to DC converter offset, and the battery test offset.UltraSpec 8000UltraSpec 8117NoteBattery Offsets is the only factor used in the Alignment appli-cation.

2-37UltraSpec Analyzer Utility FunctionsIntegrator PolesThese six parameters apply to low frequency roll-off correction of the analog integration circuits. This correction is normally disabled unless spe-cial low-frequency measurements are being performed.15If pole corrections are enabled (Apply Poles ﬁeld set to “Yes”), the speciﬁed lower frequency for correction will be used not only for analog integration but also for digital integration. Do not enable pole corrections for normal use unless there are special requirements for measurements.Filter CalibrationThese two parameters deﬁne the break frequency intervals of the internal pre- and post-ﬁlter stages of the anti-aliasing ﬁlter section.16Save CalibrationsThis feature is only available in the UltraSpec 8117 analyzer. It it used to store the calibration values into non-volatile memory. This must be done to save new calibration values. Otherwise, the values will be lost once power to the analyzer is turned off.

2-38 Basic Analyzer OperationsIf the displayed values do not agree with the values on the tag, re-enter the calibration values.NoteIf the analyzer displays the “Warning – Check Calibration Fac-tors” screen, it will continue to do so with each power-up and reset until you have entered the Set Calibration function. This procedure is intended to ensure that the calibration factors are at least checked for accuracy after downloading ﬁrmware or inadvertently losing analyzer memory data.

$2-39UltraSpec Analyzer Utility FunctionsCalibration Write ProgramThe calibration factors for the analyzer can be automatically entered into the analyzer when the ﬁrmware is downloaded using the Windows Calibra-tion Write program (formerly known as the Calwrite program). The calibra-tion factors must be entered or modiﬁed using the Calibration Write program before downloading the ﬁrmware into the analyzer. To run the Calibration Write program and enter the calibration factors, place the ﬂoppy disk containing the ﬁrmware into the A (or B) drive of your com-puter. From Windows, select the Start button and then choose Run. Type A: (or B:) \CWRITEFW.EXE and then select the Ok button. The following screen will be displayed.17The factors are displayed in two columns. The ﬁrst column contains the Default calibration factors. The second column contains the editable (Actual) calibration values. The Current Drive defaults to the ﬁrst drive found to exist starting with Drive A. When the program is ﬁrst run, it automatically attempts to read the factors from the ﬁle containing the ﬁrmware on the selected drive. To change drives, click on the Previous or Next button. The program will auto-matically attempt to read the factors from the ﬁle containing the ﬁrmware on the newly selected drive.$