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1. Flex PLI Quick Start Guide with DTS SLICE October 2015 Diversified Technical Systems Inc All Rights Reserved Flex PLI Quick Start Guide with DTS SLICE October 2015 Table of Contents DIS SUD DOM oeae raaa ENa ia 3 SLICE NANO cce vecem nana ceae ca nnaeekentectanaumecneucuaeseatcnacriubceiucwubeeen 4 SEICEW iC anionini eaietaaee ease eaeeeiea needs besser sbaseuerebodiees cboeiensene eee 5 Data Collection Concepts Specific to Flex PLI Testing cccsseeesseeeeseeeseeeeeeeeees 5 gel U Fel BUNEFMOQE Renee eee mene eee rae nee ene eno en eee en ee ee 5 FAC CONC MIMI OC Cpa ctoh tea oh acs ek I a Bt ee ae Dd 5 SLICE Flex Integration Kit vccsccdectesiecuctcstedsccsciecectavtedectuuhetecohuiedecteutedeczeusadechauieduasucencuaeucten 6 Components required for COMMUNICATION ANC tESTING cccseeecseeecseeeeeeeeeaeeesaeeesseeeees 7 Troubleshooting tools and optional accessories ccceccceeeceeeeceeeceeteueeseeseeesueeseeeseess 8 Flex PLI Special Considerations ics 9 POWER IMO UL ce incident secianshcncadnenseraansacnendaenieriaanncoetteute 9 DY Sle CANIN sisssatunasesedeansesaseseuanadensauatensamneses gunn IONE 9 TO GEP ONIONS x s2eessces esas ex veseeni escorts AAAA 9 FICX PL Data CONCCU ON sisena 10 Test Setup and Data Collection xccccesen ete deme cseedeenciesevencedttanaeed even ceusamen eudeeunchedenunteadenesenas 10 Pala DO WIMO AG nicsen a r ra 10 OF MOTS INTORMI AU ON isa 11 ADDENOD i dct as2. applicable will be determined based on launcher type and specific test parameters DTS recommends setting the test time window so that the test is complete prior to the SuperCap discharging Although SLICE writes to flash memory and data is recorded up until power is lost the time zero maker is not written to memory until after the test is complete Without the T0 SLICEWare will default to zeroing the channels based on levels measured during diagnostics Circular Buffer Mode Circular Buffer Mode is advised only when the test length is known and receiving a trigger is certain DTS recommends using Circular Buffer mode either when using a level trigger or when supplying a TO signal A TO signal can be supplied either through the SLICE Interface Device or through a contact switch connected to the SuperCap leads Recorder Mode lf the test length is unknown or if receiving a TO signal is uncertain DTS advises use of Recorder Mode In this mode recording can begin before the launcher fires with a TO signal being sent some time after A TO signal can be supplied either through the SLICE Interface Device or through a contact switch connected to the SuperCap leads support dtsweb com 5 Flex PLI Quick Start Guide with DTS SLICE Flex PLI Quick Start Guide with DTS SLICE October 2015 SLICE Flex PLI Integration Kit The SLICE Flex Integration Kit is available with either USB or Ethernet communication to the control PC Both Integration kits cont
3. hardware Please refer to the SLICE User s Manual for more information available on the DIS Help Center Please refer to the Flex PLI User Manual and the sensor calibration reports supplied with your Flex PLI They contain important information for sensor polarities recommended SAE filtering and ISO channel names support dtsweb com 4 Flex PLI Quick Start Guide with DTS SLICE Flex PLI Quick Start Guide with DTS SLICE October 2015 SLICEWare Getting ready for and collecting data with your Flex PLI is simple to do with SLICEWare Please refer to the SLICEWare 1 08 User s Manual for detailed information on setting up your sensor database configuring your display and selecting appropriate test parameters The SLICEWare User s Manual is available on the DIS Help Center Please use the Follow feature in the SLICEWare section of the Software tile on the DTS Help Center to be notified of the latest software updates Data Collection Concepts Specific to Flex PLI Circular Buffer Mode and Recorder Mode are the two recording modes most commonly used for Flex PLI testing Select the appropriate recording mode based on your specific test parameters DTS recommends verification of all test parameters in a static bench test before performing destructive or dynamic tests DTS recommends channel zeroing using Average Over Time if there will be a delay between performing diagnostics and data collection The data zero method and zero window if
4. All Rights Reserved A DTS SLICE Ethernet Interface EI www dtsweb com The SLICE Ethernet Interface connects 1 or 2 SLICE systems to a PC via Ethernet OKOK xny a ee ee SLICE ETHERNET INTERFACE PDTS __ input power is over vorage M Correc input power applied e System boot up ste on All SLICE systems are recording data You must pull out on the switch before moving do not force support dtsweb com 1 March 2010 1 562 493 0158 Diversified Technical Systems Inc All Rights Reserved SLICE Ethernet Interface EI SLICE 1 SLICE 2 ECG 2B 312 CLL panel view gt Pin Function _ __ 6 65 15VDCout 8 Ground 9 USB power This is a standard Ethernet RJ45 interface A commercial off the Shelf patch cable is acceptable support dtsweb com 1 562 493 0158 2 AUX DB15F high density panel view 6 Ground 8 Ground 15V IN ECG 2B 304 CLL panel view Power 9 15 VDC range Power Ground March 2010 Diversified Technical Systems Inc All Rights Reserved
5. Diagnostics mode for extended periods of time Trigger T0 Options e Level Trigger o Software programmable for any channel a level trigger will initiate data collection or mark TO when a predetermined sensor threshold is exceeded See the SLICEWare User s Manual for more information on Level Triggering e Hardware Trigger o Onboard contact closure through SuperCap Connect a contact closure switch to the exposed leads of the SuperCap to send an Event signal Note that mounting location and impact point are important factors to consider for test repeatability o AUX Connector The AUX connector can be used to hardwire a Start Record or Event switch or to monitor the system status See Appendix A for pinout configurations o Trigger on disconnect By inverting the trigger polarity in the configuration file it is possible to send an Event signal when the Flex PLI is disconnected from the UI El Chain Cable support dtsweb com 9 Flex PLI Quick Start Guide with DTS SLICE Flex PLI Quick Start Guide with DTS SLICE October 2015 Flex PLI Data Collection Collecting data with your Flex PLI is very similar to collecting data with your other SLICE systems The short run time of the SuperCap once disconnected from power requires additional consideration when selecting recording mode and time and also adds an additional step before data download The SuperCap should be connected to the USB Ethernet Interface Device for a minimum of two minutes j
6. ain the same items with the exception of the USB Ethernet Interface Device and associated communication cable s Some of the included items are necessary for communication to and testing with your Flex PLl and some items are included as troubleshooting aids or for building optional cables See tables below SS SLICE FLEX Launcher Integration Kit USB 33000 30460 A a AN kz 0 00060 ing or hr H m support dtsweb com 6 Flex PLI Quick Start Guide with DTS SLICE Flex PLI Quick Start Guide with DTS SLICE October 2015 Components required for communication and testinc PartNo ay Cescription Quick Release Cable 13000 30480 Secure cable to launcher connect to Flex PLI when mounted on launcher Latching Cable hove ae Connect to Flex PLI for bench static testing Interface Chain Cable Connects USB Ethernet Interface Device to latching quick release cable 13000 30430 Slice USB Interface Device 13000 30460 Connects one SLICE system to PC via USB Slice Ethernet Device 13000 30490 Connects one or two SLICE systems to PC via Ethernet USB A to USB B Cable TARI Connects USB Interface Device to PC RJ45 RJ45 Ethernet Cable PIQES O000 Connects Ethernet Interface Device to PC 10400 00060 15 VDC 4A power supply Discharge Plug Used after each test to fully discharge the SuperCap 13000 30800 1 Only included with USB Integration Kit 2 Only included with Etherne
7. ce swe tect stmt ae oe ee ee ee wie oe seme oe ee eee 12 support dtsweb com i Flex PLI Quick Start Guide with DTS SLICE Flex PLI Quick Start Guide with DTS SLICE October 2015 DTS Support DTS systems are designed to be reliable and simple to operate Should you need assistance DIS has support engineers worldwide with extensive product knowledge and test experience to help via telephone e mail or on site visits The best way to contact a DTS support engineer is to submit a request through the DTS Help Center web portal Support dtsweb com You must be registered support dtsweb com registration to submit a request https support dtsweb com hc en us requests new Registration also enables access to additional self help resources software and firmware updates and non public support information There is a SLICE Flex PLI Testing section of the Help Center that can be accessed through the Your Organization tile Relevant articles and information will be posted there This guide supports the following products Flex PLI support dtsweb com 3 Flex PLI Quick Start Guide with DTS SLICE Flex PLI Quick Start Guide with DTS SLICE October 2015 SLICE NANO Your Flex PLI has been integrated with SLICE NANO in a 12 or 24 channel configuration Check your paperwork for your specific configuration and build information The SLICE NANO stack in your Flex PLI functions and can be operated in the same manner as other SLICE MICRO NANO
8. ide with DTS SLICE Flex PLI Quick Start Guide with DTS SLICE For More Information SLICE NANO Operation SLICE User s Manual is available on the DTS Help Center SLICEWare Operation SLICEWare 1 08 User s Manual is available on the DTS Help Center USB Interface Device see Appendix A Ethernet Interface Device see Appendix A October 2015 support dtsweb com 11 Flex PLI Quick Start Guide with DTS SLICE Flex PLI Quick Start Guide with DTS SLICE October 2015 Appendix A support dtsweb com 12 Flex PLI Quick Start Guide with DTS SLICE A DTS SLICE USB Interface UI www dtsweb com The SLICE USB Interface connects 1 SLICE system to a PC via USB START EVENT INTERFACE DEVICE PDTS wr demek ONT SLICE system is T data You must pull out on the switch before moving do not Se support dtsweb com 1 March 2010 1 562 493 0158 Diversified Technical Systems Inc All Rights Reserved SLICE USB Interface UI SLICE ECG 2B 312 CLL panel view 6 126VDCout _ _ 8 Ground 9 USB power This is a standard USB B inter face A commercial off the shelf USB cable is acceptable support dtsweb com 1 562 493 0158 2 AUX DB15F high density panel view gt Pin Function _ __ 6 Ground 8 Ground 15V IN ECG 2B 304 CLL panel view Pin Function __ Power Ground March 2010 Diversified Technical Systems Inc
9. t Integration Kit support dtsweb com 7 Flex PLI Quick Start Guide with DTS SLICE Flex PLI Quick Start Guide with DTS SLICE October 2015 Troubleshooting tools and optional accessories Description 1 Channel Bridge Plug Use for troubleshooting issues with failed single channel Bridge channel 13000 30510 3 Channel Bridge Plug Use for troubleshooting issues with failed three channel Bridges 13000 30520 DB15 connector 00 01031 Use to create a cable for utilizing Status Start and Event signals on AUX port DB15 Back shell For use with included DB15 connector if additional Status Start Event cable is desired 80000 01007 USB 2 0 Active Extension Cable Optional accessory cable used to extend distance between PC and test location Not included with Flex PLI Integration kit Z gt 13000 30780 Ss ook l hk lt support dtsweb com 8 Flex PLI Quick Start Guide with DTS SLICE Flex PLI Quick Start Guide with DTS SLICE October 2015 Flex PLI Special Considerations Power Input To avoid damaging the SuperCap and other components of your Flex PLI DAS only use the supplied SLICE USB or Ethernet Interface Device System Heating SLICE NANO is an extremely low power system with minimal self heating and is isolated from possible temperature sensitive elements in the tibia and femur However the Flex PLI is enclosed in layers of neoprene jacketing and it is good practice to not leave the system Armed or in
10. ust prior to each test to ensure it is fully charged The fully charged SuperCap is capable of powering a 12 channel Flex PLI for approximately 1 second after disconnect and a 24 channel system for approximately 0 5 seconds after disconnect The below steps outline a very basic data collection The specific details will be determined based on individual test conditions Test Setup and Data Collection e Refer to the SLICEWare User s Manual for detailed information on entering sensor information and building the sensor database e Select the appropriate sampling rate on the Prepare tab and progress through diagnostics to Acquire select the Recording Mode and Pre and Post Trigger time Enter Test ID Notes Click Arm Click Stop Monitoring Perform Test Vv 8 O Data Download e Connect the Discharge Plug to the Flex PLI o The LED on the Discharge Plug will illuminate until the SuperCap is fully discharged DTS recommends leaving the Discharge Plug connected for at least 60 seconds regardless of LED state o Failure to fully discharge the SuperCap may result in the SLICE NANO stack failing to boot properly e Once the SuperCap is fully discharged reconnect the Quick Release Cable if preparing for subsequent tests or the Latching Cable if testing is complete e Once the SLICE NANO has been rediscovered click Download ROI Download All based on test requirements e Review and export data as required support dtsweb com 10 Flex PLI Quick Start Gu
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