USER`S MANUAL V3 / V4 / V5
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1. 2 Measuring insert 3 Setting gauge 4 Charging unit e 5 User s manual 4 6 Calibration certificate A NO case should the instrument be carried by the handle for carriage displacement 3 N While unpacking carry the instrument by lifting if by its displacement handle 8 and body In Keep the original packaging for future transportation If the instrument has been stored at a temperature below 5 C wait a few hours before unpacking to prevent the instrument parts from condensation Condensation can affect sensitive parts of the instrument 3 2 Setting up After unpacking prepare the instrument as follows 1 Clean the pads positioned underneath the base using a clean cloth slightly dampened with alcohol 2 Position the instrument with care on a clean measuring plate 3 Slide the measuring insert into the holder and lock it using the knob Take care to position the eccentric probes correctly 4 Release the transport safety screw chromium plated Note Do not try to remove the screw screw stop 5 If the instrument does not switch on or in case of low battery level proceed to a full loading of the batteries plug in the charging unit to the instrument Empty batteries are fully loaded in about 5 hours Only use the charging unit supplied with the instrument to load the batteries It is not necessary to wait until the battery pack is fully charged The instrument becomes o2. These are valid with the standard probe TA MI 101 at a temperature of 20 0 5 C and a relative humidity of 50 5 Rupe is defined as twice the standard deviation 2s over 20 measurements 31 V5 Measuring range mm in Application range mm in Max permissible errors bidirectional Bure um Repeatability Rupe um Overall perpendicularity deviation frontal Smee um Max resolution mm in Measuring force N Autonomy h Data output Air cushion Protection grade of measuring system CEI 60529 Weight kg Max weight of measuring insert amp holder g Max manual motorized displacement speed mm s Operational temperature C Storage temperature C Relative humidity operation amp storage HR Note The above values have been determined according to ISO 13225 400 700 1100 407 16 711 28 1110 43 719 28 1023 40 1422 56 21 2 5 L mm 300 2 8 11 0 001 0 00005 0 75 1 5 40 USB RS232 Yes IP67 24 33 400 1000 70 10 40 10 40 5 75 non condensing These are valid with the standard probe TA MI 101 at a temperature of 20 0 5 C and a relative humidity of 50 5 Rupe is defined as twice the standard deviation 2s over 20 measurements 32 780 1084 1482 278 278 353 2107 210 7 350 L depends on the measuring insert used 355 in Fowler High Precision US erower co HIGH PRECISION Fi Fowler High Precision 66 Rowe
3. SUR Height mode DIA Diameter centerline mode DELTA Delta mode MAX Max mode MIN Min mode Serial number This function gives the serial number of the instrument Firmware version This function gives the serial number of firmware 27 9 1 Probing The measurement precision is directly linked to the quality of contact between the probe and the part to be measured probing The instrument offers all tools allowing an optimal probing Probing indicator Situated on the left of the measured value it views the probing zone 1 5 If the probing zone has been passed the display shows and an acoustic signal rings out as long as the indicator remains out of the probing zone Probing direction indicators Besides the acoustic signal the measurement is visually confirmed by the indicators of the probing direction 2 and by the probing symbol 3 Acoustic signal An acoustic signal confirms a correct measurement probing movement measuring force set and that the value has D Acoustic signal been taken 9 2 Air Cushion V4 The use of the air cushion facilitates the displacement of the instrument on the granite plate The activation of the air cushion lifts the instrument at some um The air cushion is not only used for the displacement of the instrument in general but also when performing measurements e g diameters The main application is found particularly in industrial fields with la
4. diameter centerline mode a zero setting will be done on the last centerline distance measured In Min or Max mode a zero setting will be done on the last Min or Max value measured By pressing the key longer than 2 seconds the preset value of the current reference will be displayed disregarding the last probing step 18 6 1 Perpendicularity measurement The carriage must be blocked before every perpendicularity measurement 6 1 1 With a lever indicator 1 Mount a lever indicator in the insert holder 2 Lightly press the lever of the indicator against the face to be measured and adjust zero 35 Displace the carriage of the instrument vertically in order to check the perpendicularity of the face The base of the instrument must be perfectly parallel to the face to be measured in order to ensure an optimal precision 6 2 Inversion of the measuring direction It is possible to invert the measuring direction to obtain positive measuring values in both directions upwards and downwards starting at zero This function is mainly used when the part to be measured is higher than the measuring range of the instrument Press key during 2 seconds to revert the direction of measurement The inversion indicator of the measurement direction is mentioned as long as this mode remains active Preset Immediately after having inverted the measuring direction the preset value of the active reference will be replace
5. e Microsoft Excel 4 Press data transfer key the value is displayed at the place having the focus Data can also be automatically transferred after each probing 88 Format Numerical value as on display in ASCII characters In diameter centerline mode both values are separated by LF Line Feed 23 1 2 RS232 Connection Data transmission Speed 4800 baud ASCII Code bits Parity even Stop bits 2 Handshake without Connection to printer Thermal printer TA EL 032 Ref 756 0018 includes RS232 cable charging unit and support Connection to PC Cable TA EL 112 r f 555 0 0104 Compatible with all RS232 software WinDDE HyperTerminal WinWedge etc Data transfer The data transfer is made by pressing the Data Transfer key Format Numerical value as on display in ASCII characters In diameter centerline mode both values are separated by EOT End Of Transmission 24 Thermal Printer with support and RS232cable Cable RS232 for PC Various parameters of the instrument can be configured Press the Validation key during 2 seconds to enter set up menu A simple pressure on Va idation key validates the choice and allows passing on to the next menu Quitting the set up mode is automatically made after passing the last menu It is however possible to quit at any moment by pressing the Va idation key during 2 seconds Measuring force adjustment Th
6. 32 The RS232 port can be configured in 2 ways PRINTER Data transfer to printer or PC OPTO RS Communication according to Opto RS standard Press the keys opposite to select the requested functions Data transfer mode The transfer of measured values can be configured according to 2 modes MANUAL The transfer of the measured value is simply carried out by pressing the data transfer button AUTO The measured value is automatically transferred after each probing Press opposite button to select requested mode 26 Unit blocking The active unit can be blocked Therefore it will not be possible to change it in work mode To block the function select LOCK with the help of the keys opposite To release it select UNLOCK Size of reference gauge If the measuring insert calibration has to be made with another reference gauge than that delivered with the instrument the height of the gauge can be entered with the help of the numeric keypad Standby mode The instrument can switch to standby mode after a predefined time 5 120 min To define time before standby press keys opposite OFF means that the instrument will never switch to standby mode Acoustic signal level The acoustic signal level can be adjusted with the keys opposite Function after start up The function immediately available after starting up of the instrument can be selected with the keys opposite CONST Constant by default
7. Fowler HIGH PRECISION USER S MANUAL TRIMOS V3 V V5 Electronic Height Gages Dear customer congratulations for choosing a TRIMOS measuring instrument For more than 40 years our products have built up an excellent reputation in terms of quality accuracy and longevity For full satisfaction with the present product we recommend to read this user s manual carefully 750 50 0045 03 Version 1 1 2015 04 Valable for firmware version V3 22 TRIMOS All modification rights reserved TRIMOS SA A Av de Longemalle 5 CH 1020 Renens Swiss T 41 21 633 01 01 Measuring F 4121 633 01 02 Instruments www trimos ch 10 11 12 BE e t pill RR 3 1 1 mporant informatio A sonic cctencsreiconiocsrsanntoeniocincsdataseranonduesssenitoarsacinostiventeiseassasnanntsasaatncnouinceteads 1 2 wire TIL Sy dloremue 1 5 General Ts AS REIR R Em Biss Sr CURT ee IU I MNT TT TT m 4 2 1 PUPS DEDE ete E ae even erecta da cctocts gaa au deu toI SL DD catenin ec MU MM NI SKI IDE D 2 2 linterraeeS CORTI SC 10S nescitocsoio2059006090065 000109000800095 009800 0 009000 90001600 009 0010200 G OD DIGOSUPPONIOS MOS UD US EDN SE D 2 5 p c m D SO E E E E 6 5 1 mci 016 1 E EE EEEE E E EE E E E EEEE E 6 5 2 ELELU E NO E EE O E A A AE ease denies AO A E es 7 OE ee pico RN tse 8 4 1 Displacement Modes Manual Motorized 0 ccc ccceccccccccccceseeeeeccecee
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9. cal and Electronic Equipment WEEE applicable throughout the European Union and other European countries with separate collection programs This symbol found on the product or its packaging indicates that it should not be treated as household waste It should be handed over to an official collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment A correct recycling of this product will help to preserve the environment and the natural resources For more detailed information about the recycling of this product please contact your local authorities or your TRIMOS supplier 29 9 6 Resetting of the instrument In case of blocking it is possible to force the resetting of the electronics To do so open the lid at the back of the display and press the Reset button 1 with the tip of a pencil 9 7 Cleaning The plastic parts the display unit as well as the painted parts of the instrument should be cleaned using a slightly dampened watered fabric Clean the air cushion pads using a clean fabric slightly dampened with alcohol A The use of solvents such as acetone white spirit trichloethylene petrol or others for cleaning must absolutely be avoided 10 1 Complaints repairs In case of problems please contact your local TRIMOS agent For any transport use the original packing or an adequate one 10 2 Agents You can find the official TRIMOS agents list on the website www trimos ch 50 V3 Measuring rang
10. d by the last measured value height or centerline before the inversion By pressing the Preset key this last value will be displayed Afterwards the Preset value will be the initially entered one 19 Procedure 1 Perform measurements in a normal way 2 Turn the part when having reached the limit of the instrument range 5 Invert the measuring direction 4 Probe the last surface or centerline measured before 5 Press the Preset key the last measured value will be displayed 6 Continue measuring Quit Quit the function of inversion of the measuring direction by pressing once again the key during 2 seconds 6 35 Probe Holder Change This function allows to pass from one probe holder to another while keeping the same origin Press the key opposite during 2 seconds to activate the probe holder change function Procedure to follow 1 Before taking out the insert probe a reference surface of centerline and activate the probe holder change mode The function symbol is blinking 2 Mount the probe on the other probe holder 5 Probe the same surface again or reference centreline 4 Press Presetkey the display mentions the latest measured value This procedure can be interrupted at any time by pressing the Validate key 20 6 4 Shrinking factor A shrinking factor can be entered here for example for measuring injection moulds This function allows in general distending or shrinki
11. deration for height measurements centerline distances or Min Max values In direct mode see 8 6 4 the preset is executed at the current position of the probe A preset value can be assigned to each reference Select the required reference and press the Presetkey longer than 2 seconds Enter the value and confirm by pressing the Va idation key key 5 5 Selection of the resolution To modify the display resolution press key opposite 00 o 5 6 Setting memorizing of the probe constant To check and memorize the probe constant press the following key and follow the same sequence as for Setting into operation 4 1 points 4 to 8 Note 1 The current constant value is shown on the second line of the display by pressing this key once A second pressure interrupts the acquisition of constant and brings the instrument back into height measuring mode The constant value of the probe can also be manually 6 5 14 5 7 Selection of the measuring unit Measurements can be performed either in mm or in inch To change the unit press the mm in key The active unit is displayed on the top left of the display Note It is possible to lock in the required measuring unit 8 8 5 8 Measuring in Min Max Delta mode Max Measurement of maximum value Min Measurement of minimum value X Delta Difference between Max and Min x The measurements in mode Min Max Delta have always to be done w
12. e displacement the acquisition of reference is carried out by displacing the carriage upwards An acoustic signal will confirm that the reference has been detected and the display starts counting If the display does not start counting repeat the sequence Note This procedure is automatically carried out in motorized mode V5 The probe will position itself at the same level as the reference gauge see opposite 3 The instrument is now asking for the probe constant This function compensates the dimension and the deflexion of the measuring insert when probing downwards and upwards reversed surfaces diameters The last stored probe constant value will be displayed Note 1 This procedure may be interrupted by pressing on the probe constant key or on the l a idation key The latest probe constant value measured is then recorded Note 2 The start mode can differ according to the instrument configuration 8 8 4 Use the setting gauge supplied with the instrument to carry out this operation Note A different setting gauge may be used In this case its dimension must be configured in the set up menu 8 8 5 Move the measuring insert downwards use the handwheel for the displacement of the measuring Carriage until it touches the surface and an acoustic signal confirms the measurement probing 6 Without moving any part instrument and gauge move the measuring Insert towards the top and perform the sam
13. e measuring force can be electronically adjusted from 0 75 N to 1 5 N To adjust press the keys opposite a a Control of probe weight balancing This function allows adjusting the balancing of the probe weight a Start up display b As soon as a movement of the carriage is detected a b numeric value corresponding to the position of the double carriage is displayed c he carriage is considered as balanced when OX is displayed in neutral position The balancing procedure is described in 8 9 3 c The number of references available for the user can be defined 1 9 To do so press keys opposite Number of references definition 25 Air cushion adjustment V4 amp V5 The air flow of the pump can be adjusted according to the quality of the work table with the help of the keys opposite Programmable button 1 V4 amp V5 Various functions can be attributed to programmable button 1 REF change of reference PRESET Preset ZERO Zero setting by default PRINT Data transfer PRINT SUR DIA Height Diameter centerline Press the keys opposite to select the requested functions Programmable button 2 V4 amp V5 Various functions can be attributed to programmable button 2 REF change of reference PRESET Preset ZERO Zero setting PRINT Data transfer PRINT SUR DIA Height Diameter centerline by default Press the keys opposite to select the requested functions Port RS2
14. e mm in Application range mm in Max permissible errors bidirectional Bure um Repeatability Rupe um Overall perpendicularity deviation frontal Smee um Max resolution mm in Measuring force N Autonomy h Data output Air cushion Protection grade of measuring system CEI 60529 Weight kg Max weight of measuring insert amp holder g Max manual displacement speed m s Operational temperature C Storage temperature C Relative humidity operation amp storage HR V4 Measuring range mm in Application range mm in Max permissible errors bidirectional Bure um Repeatability Rupe um Overall perpendicularity deviation frontal Smee um Max resolution mm in Measuring force N Autonomy h Data output Air cushion Protection grade of measuring system CEI 60529 Weight kg Max weight of measuring insert amp holder g Max manual displacement speed m s Operational temperature C Storage temperature G Relative humidity operation amp storage HR Note The above values have been determined according to ISO 13225 400 700 407 16 711 28 508 20 812 32 7 8 2 4 2 4 10 15 0 001 0 00005 0 75 1 5 40 USB RS232 No IP67 21 24 400 1 10 40 10 40 5 75 96 non condensing 400 700 407 16 711 28 719 28 1023 40 5 7 2 4 2 4 10 15 0 001 0 00005 0 75 1 5 40 USB RS232 Yes IP67 21 24 400 1 10 40 10 40 5 75 96 non condensing
15. e sequence on the upper surface of the setting gauge 7 Repeat the sequences 5 and 6 one more time This 2 allows establishing the probe constant more precisely X 8 The screen will display the setting gauge value during the latest probing as well as that of the new probe constant The instrument is then ready to be used In motorized mode V5 this procedure can be automatically carried out by pressing the key opposite A The probe constant needs to be checked and stored again after each measuring insert change after change of its position in the holder after each adjustment of the measuring force or adjustment of the floating probe suspension 10 5 1 Selection of height and diameter centerline measurements To select the functions of height measurements or diameter centreline distances press the Function key The corresponding symbol will be displayed 5 2 Height measurements H1 Height measurement downwards T i H2 Height measurement upwards H12 H12 Chain dimensions A H1 H2 YY 11 1 Select height measurement mode 2 Set the display at zero or at a preset value with the measuring insert probing a reference surface see 8 5 11 and 8 5 4 2 5 Probe the surface to be measured downwards or upwards Ihe probing indicator will display the progression of the measuring force application When the right force is reached an acoustic signal will confirm the measurement No
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17. esent manual 1 2 Security symbols The following security symbols are used in this manual gt gt gt CN gt PP PPP D General warning utilisation advice Risk of electric shock Electrostatic protection General warnings Protection against electrostatic interferences Static electricity can damage the electronic components of the instrument In order to prevent this type of damages avoid any contact with the connector pins In order to prevent any changes of the instrument performance or any accident the instrument should never be dismantled If for any reason the electronic unit has to be opened only authorized personnel are allowed to do so Do not expose the instrument its components and accessories to rain or any projection of fluids Avoid penetration of foreign substances into the connectors and the instrument openings Do not cover or wrap the display unit during use The unit must be kept well ventilated to avoid any overheating In case of problems with the instrument or any of its parts no display overheating abnormal smell immediately switch off the instrument and disconnect the power supply Please contact your local TRIMOS agent This is a high accuracy instrument Particular care should be taken during its entire operational lifetime Pay special attention to the following specific points Use the instrument on a stable smooth and clean surface plate Avoid any shock to prevent
18. ith the probe being in contact with the surface It allows to determine the following values Min Minimum value of the measured surface Max Maximum value of the measured surface Delta Difference between the maximum and minimum value To select the Min Max or Delta mode press the key on the keyboard By pressing the same key several times the required mode will be displayed To quit this mode press the Function key Note The upper line of the display shows the current position the lower line shows the extreme position of Min respectively Max or Delta reached 15 Mo 5 8 1 5 8 2 Measuring in Min or Max mode Select Min or Max function The corresponding indicator shows the activated mode Probe the surface to be measured and displace the insert or the piece along the part to be analysed The 1st line on the display shows the instantaneous position of the probe The 2 line indicates the minimum respectively maximum value reached Note A zero setting or a preset reinitialize the display on the minimum or maximum value measured Measuring in Delta mode Select Delta function The corresponding indicator shows the activated mode Probe the surface to be measured and displace the insert or the piece along the part to be analysed The 1st line on the display shows the instantaneous position of the probe The 2 line indicates the difference between the maximum and minimum Delta mea
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20. measuring unit Probe constant indicator Min Max Delta mode indicator Inversion of measuring direction indicator Probe holder change indicator Shrinking factor 1 indicator Direct display mode indicator Motorisation indicator Battery charge level indicator Probing indicator Diameter centreline mode Value of diameter indicator Height measurement and probing direction indicator Diameter centreline mode Value of centreline indicator Tolerance limit difference mode indicator Upper display line Lower display line Visual signal of function activation Selection of references numeric function 7 Selection of resolution numeric function 8 Selection of measuring unit mm inch numeric function 4 Min max or delta mode numeric function 5 Up arrow numeric function 1 Down arrow numeric function 2 Zero setting of the display numeric function 0 On Off key power ON OFF Storage of probe constant numeric function 9 Print out of data Function Average of last 2 measurements numeric function 6 Function key Selection of height and diameter centerline measurements Validation key Difference between last 2 measurements numeric function 3 Sets the display to the previously input preset value of the current reference Function 5 1 Packing list The standard packing of the instrument includes the following elements 1 Instrument with display unit and measuring insert holder
21. ng the measuring system by a defined factor To activate this function press the key shown at the right during 2 seconds Enter the shrinking factor value between 0 7 and 1 2 and confirm by pressing Validation Key When the shrinking factor is different from 1 the following symbol appears at the top of the main display 65 Display modes In height measuring mode 2 ways are possible to display the measured value Standard display The upper line of the display permanently indicates the current position of the probe It remains frozen at the measured value during probing During probing the lower line indicates the distance from the former height Dimension in chain When the measuring force is released this value is replaced by that of the last measurement Direct display The upper line of the display permanently indicates the current position of the probe It does not remain frozen during probing The lower line indicates the frozen value of the last measurement Activate the direct display mode by pressing the key opposite during 2 seconds Do the same to deactivate this mode When the direct display mode is activated the symbol opposite appears at the top of the principal display Note The standard and direct display modes only apply to height measurements 21 6 6 Manual recording of the probe constant The probe constant can be introduced manually To do so press the opposite func
22. perational immediately after having connected the charging unit It is not dangerous to leave the charging unit connected Permanently plugged in instruments automatically switch to trickle charge mode The batteries are of Lithium ion type An excessive room temperature can affect the battery capacity and therefore the instrument autonomy It is not recommended to load the battery in case of room temperature superior to 400 Incorrect loading of the battery can result in a decrease of capacity overheating or even an explosion and cause important damages The charging units can be loaded and unloaded 500 times before a significant reduction of their capacity The number of loading cycles and the autonomy can vary according to use and operating conditions 4 1 Displacement Modes Manual Motorized V5 amp V6 instruments can be used in manual or motorized mode V5 amp V4 are manually operated only 4 1 1 Manual Displacement Mode V3 amp V4 The manual displacement of the carriage is carried out with E the help of the handle This is the only possible displacement mode for V5 amp V4 mode V5 V5 Push the handle inwards in order to pass into manual mode In manual mode V5 amp V6 are used in the same way as V5 amp V4 4 1 2 Motorized Displacement Mode V5 Pull the handle outwards to work in motorized mode In this E Activation of mode the rotating handle can be tucked inside for motorised ergonomic rea
23. rge heavy parts Small parts can be moved without activating the air cushion This allows to significantly increase the autonomy of the instrument The air cushion force can be adjusted in the set up menu 8 It should be set on the minimum value allowing a comfortable displacement of the instrument or preset setting of the display should be done with air cushion to take into consideration the lifting amount of the instrument A When using the air cushion displacement for measurement procedures all functions e g zero 28 9 5 Adjustment of floating probe suspension balancing In order to guarantee a constant measuring force in both directions upwards and downwards it is necessary to adjust the balancing of the floating probe suspension according to the probe in use The adjustment button of the floating suspension 1 allows compensating the weight of the probe in use A function facilitating the balancing can be found in the set up menu 8 8 9 4 Replacement of battery block When the instrument autonomy is not sufficient anymore the battery block must be replaced 1 Geta battery block from your TRIMOS agent Trimos r f 5704 0021 2 Open the lid at the back of the display 3 Remove the old battery block and replace it by the new one pay attention to the connector polarity 4 Close the lid tightly 5 Load the new batteries 9 5 Recycling of electronic components Disposal of Waste Electri
24. sons mode V5 The motorized displacement is carried out with the 2 buttons situated behind the handle Rapid Displacement A prolonged pression on one of the buttons causes a rapid movement in the chosen direction The carriage will continue its displacement as long as the pressure is maintained Button for upward displacement Slow Displacement Probing A short pressure causes a continuous displacement in probing speed i e speed used for measuring As soon as the probe gets in touch with a surface a measurement is made Release of Probe When the probe is in contact with the part after probing a short pressure on the button for the opposite direction allows to release the probe ca 0 5 mm Movement Stop Button for downward displacement While displacing in low speed mode a short pressure on the button for the same direction as that of the displacement will stop the movement Activation of manual 4 2 Setting into operation 1 Switch on the instrument by pressing button On Off H Bj imm X y 8 cx m during 2 seconds All segments of the display will light up iv FEN ES RI EN A IN iY 8 KN UNEN EN EN UN UN Switch off the instrument by pressing the same button r until the instrument turns off AH AH BF AR BH Be ER 8 2 The display will ask for the reference position Move the measuring carriage slowly across the mark indicating the reference position with the help of the handle for carriag
25. sured Note By pressing the Zero key the Delta mode will be reset Delta and the display will show zero 16 5 9 Average between 2 last measurements By pressing this key the average between the 2 last height measurements centerline Min or Max is determined These various measurements can be combined with each other Averages M13 M1 Between 2 centerlines M2 Between 2 heights M3 Between Min et Max M12 Between centreline and height d M13 Between centreline and Min or Max M1 M23 Between height and Min or Max Note It is possible after calculation of an average value to give the calculated position a zero value or Preset value 17 M3 5 10 Difference between 2 last measurements By pressing the difference key the distance between the 2 last height measurements centerline Min or Max is determined and mentioned on the 2 line of the display These various measurements can be combined with each other D3 Distances D15 D1 Between 2 centerlines Me M l D2 Between 2 heights A D3 Between 2 values Min Min Min Max or Max D23 Max D1 l pio D12 Between centreline and height D153 Between centreline and Min or Max D2 D23 Between height and Min or Max A yey oy 5 11 Zero setting of the display In height measuring mode a zero setting will be done on the last surface measured by pressing the zero setting key In
26. t 2 It is automatically stored Remove the measuring insert slowly to the side off center 3 Set the measuring insert on the upper shaft profile as near as possible to the reversal point 4 Engage the measuring force until acoustic signal Move the instrument or the part laterally to determine the reversal point b Remove the measuring insert slowly to the side off center 6 Diameter and centreline values are displayed on the 1 and 2 lines of the display respectively When the measuring insert is removed the display remains frozen on the diameter and centerline values Restart with point 5a or 3b for a new measurement 13 au i 5 4 References 5 4 1 Selection of references The use of references allows a parallel measurement starting from different points of origin references The current reference is mentioned at the top left hand side of the display For reference change press reference key and enter the reference number Note It is possible to choose the number of references from 1 to 9 To configure the number of references see 8 8 If the number of references is limited to 2 a simple pressure on the key will allow to pass from one reference to the other no need to enter the reference No 5 4 2 Assignment of a preset value to a reference By pressing the Preset key the previously entered preset value for each selected reference will be taken into consi
27. te The first line of the display indicates the height measured The second line indicates the distance from the former height measurement chain of dimensions This display mode can be configured 8 6 4 5 5 Diameter and centerline measurements D Diameter measurement C Centreline measurement 12 Sa Aa 5b Ab Set the display at zero or at a preset value on a reference surface see 5 11 and 5 4 2 Select the diameter centerline mode by pressing the Function key Internal diameter Position the measuring insert into the bore and set it on the lower profile as near as possible to the reversal point 1 Engage the measuring force until the acoustic signal Move the instrument or the part laterally to determine the reversal point 2 The reversal point is stored automatically Move the measuring insert straight up and set it on the upper profile as near as possible to the reversal point 3 Engage the measuring force until the acoustic signal Move the instrument or the part laterally to determine the reversal point 4 Diameter and centreline values are displayed on the 1 and 2 lines of the display respectively External diameter Set the measuring insert off center on the lower shaft profile as near as possible to the reversal point 1 Engage the measuring force until the acoustic signal Move the instrument or the part laterally to determine the reversal poin
28. the instrument from losing some or all of its performing characteristics Use the instrument in a vibration free area Avoid exposure to direct sunlight and excessive humidity Avoid proximity of heating or air conditioning systems Respect the advised environmental conditions 21 22 25 24 25 26 2 7 28 29 30 M imme X 38 Of mp depen AVS QE ES CS ELS CS C 6 TRIMOS 7 00 8 3 9 O mm in 264380 nnnn Uuuu TRIMOS 2 00 4 mm 3 A 51 5 58 59 47 48 49 50 51 52 05 12 2 1 No ue M SD EC ONIS 2 2 13 14 15 2 5 Instrument Upper probe holder V4 V5 Screw for the adjustment of the floating probe suspension Handle for carriage displacement Transport safety screw for locking of probe suspension chromium plated Lower probe holder Insert holder Measuring insert Operating handle for the displacement of the instrument Button for activation of air cushion and programmable functions keys V4 V5 Base with air cushion system for instrument displacement V4 V5 Handwheel for carriage displacement Activation of manual motorised movement V4 V5 Buttons for motorised displacement Interfaces connectors Mini USB connector on top of display unit Connector for RS232 communication on lower right side of height gauge AC adaptor connection on lower right side of height gauge Display Number of current reference Function indicator Active
29. tion key during 2 seconds and enter the requested value with the numeric keypad Confirm by pressing the Function key The registered value is taken into account during measurements Each new constant acquisition replaces the old one The constant is an essential element during bidirectional measurements Great caution should be applied for the interpretation of the measurements results when this value is entered manually 22 The instrument offers 2 communication ports Mini USB This connector is placed at the back of the display unit It allows a very simple connection to a PC for the transmission of data upgrades diagnosis etc RS232 This connector is placed at the back of the height gauge It allows a classic connection with external devices equipped with RS232 interfaces such as printer or PC Measured values will be transferred in identical and simultaneous manner to both ports 7 1 USB Connection A mini USB cable is required for the connection to a PC as well as the communication software TrimosDataTransfer Cable Cable USB A Mini B TA EL 014 ref 332 02 0002 Software The software TrimosDataTransfer is freely available on www trimos ch in the corresponding product section Data transfer procedure 1 Start TrimosDataTransfer 2 Connect the instrument to the PC with TA EL 014 cable and wait for the connection to be established 3 Click on the application to which the data has to be transferred i
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