Cirris CH2 User manual

CH2
Getting Started Guide
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Getting Started
The PC-controlled CH2 system can perform a wide variety of electrical tests
including low voltage continuity, isolation, passive component testing, and
high voltage dielectric withstand and insulation resistance. The system can be
configured to meet custom requirements and can be equipped with advanced
software features and optional meters to extend its measurement capabilities.
This Getting Started Guide is intended to help the new user set up the tester,
install the Easy-Wire software and power up the system. For further information,
including test fixture options and programming guidance, see the Easy-Wire
Help installed with the software and the CH2 User Manual.
Symbols
Symbols used on the tester and in this guide:
Indicates that high voltage is produced by the tester and,
therefore, there is a risk of electric shock if safety warnings are
not followed.
Alerts users to a risk of personal injury or damage to the
equipment.
Indicates that a person using an electronically-controlled
medical device should not be permitted to perform high
voltage testing.
H
Safety
By design and function, the output of high voltage test equipment presents a
risk of electric shock. The extent of the risk is a function of the voltage, current
and high voltage energy or charge. In order to mitigate the risk, without the
external xHV or xHVC power supplies or an external meter, the CH2 high
voltage energy limit is 35 mJ and the high voltage charge limit is 45μC. These
limits prevent circuits energized during high voltage testing from meeting the
definition of HAZARDOUS LIVE found in international standard IEC 61010-1 or
the definition of Dangerous found in European Standard EN 50191.
Important Note: See the respective user manual for additional safety
measures required on CH2 systems that integrate external power
supplies or meters. Such systems may not meet the energy and charge
safety limits of a standard CH2 system.
Regardless of the built-in safety features, operators can still receive a painful
or startling shock when using any high voltage test equipment. Therefore, it’s
necessary to protect workers from exposure to high voltage.

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Protecting workers begins with training. Operators should understand:
●Basic electricity including the fact that electric current will take any avail-
able path to ground, including through a person.
●How to use the test equipment and how to recognize when high voltage
testing is being performed.
●Not to not touch the product or test fixture hardware during high voltage
testing.
A safe test station is an essential complement to training:
●Use a non-conductive work surface to avoid creating an unintended elec-
trical path between high voltage and workers.
●Verify that the power outlet provides a properly wired, low impedance
earth ground. The connection to earth ground is integral to the power
cord supplied with the tester.
●Do not allow untrained workers to use high voltage test equipment.
●Isolate high voltage testing from untrained employees and post high volt-
age warning signs at the test station.
Medical Safety Warning
An individual using a cardiac pacemaker, an insulin pump, or any electronically-
controlled medical device should NOT perform high voltage testing.
Intended Use
Cirris CH2 systems are designed for electrical testing and are intended to
be used indoors, in a dry environment, at a temperature of 50-104 degrees
Fahrenheit (10-40 degrees Celsius). High voltage Insulation Resistance
measurements degrade above 70% relative humidity.
No User-Serviceable Components
The tester includes no user-serviceable components. Attempting repairs or
altering the tester in any way voids the warranty and may lead to an unsafe
condition. Contact Cirris Technical Support for assistance if needed.

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In the Package
☐CH2 Base Unit
Probe
Out
1 2
31 32
Branch
In
HIGH VOLTAGE
Harness Tester ™
Base
CH2
SCANNER MODULE
1 2
31 32
SCANNER MODULE
1 2
31 32
SCANNER MODULE
1 2
31 32
SCANNER MODULE
1 2
31 32
SCANNER MODULE
☐HV Interlock Override
HV INTERLOCK
OVERRIDE
☐Certificate of Calibration
☐USB Cable
☐Probe
☐Power Cord
The following optional items may also have been included:
●Expansion Scanner Enclosures
●Smart-Lights devices
●Connector Savers
●Tester mating connectors
●Tester mating cables
●PC Controller
The CH2 system is controlled by the Easy-Wire software installed on a PC,
which must meet the following requirements:
●Windows 10 operating system
●2.0 GHz min. processor speed
●Free USB 2.0 or 3.0 port
●15 GB min. free hard drive space
●4 GB min. RAM
●256 MB min. video memory
●1024 x 768 min. display resolution
●Sound (for audible feedback)
●Internet connection - not required
for normal use but it is required
to download software and it can
facilitate technical support

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Assembling the System
CH2 systems can be assembled in a variety of configurations. The Expansion
Scanner Enclosures are designed to be stacked on top of the Base Unit or
mounted in 19” (482.6 mm) electronics cabinets with the Base Unit mounted
below the Expansion Enclosures. In this configuration, standard Expansion
Cables can be used to connect the units.
In a distributed configuration, in which the scanner enclosures are separated
from the Base Unit and/or from each other, custom length Expansion Cables
are required. In distributed systems the connecting Expansion Cables cannot
exceed 200 feet (60 m) total length.
Note: The assembly process will vary for systems installed in a cabinet in the
factory. If the system includes an external meter, see the Advanced Instructions
Manual. If the system includes External Energization (E-Box) see the CH2 User
Manual.
On the Front Panel
1. If the system includes Expansion
Scanner Enclosures, connect
an Expansion Cable from the
Out connector on the Base Unit
to the In connector on the first
Expansion Scanner Enclosure.
Repeat the process for each
additional Expansion Scanner
Enclosure. Using a custom length
Expansion Cable, Expansion
Scanner Enclosures can also
be connected from the Branch
connector on the Base Unit or
any Expansion Enclosure to the
In connector on an Expansion
Scanner.
Expansion
Scanners
Base Unit
Expansion
Cables

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2. Connect the Probe to the probe
receptacle on the Base Unit or on
any Expansion Scanner Enclosure.
On the Rear Panel of the Base Unit
3. Insert the USB Type B connector of the supplied USB cable into the From
PC (USB) port on the CH2 Base Unit and connect the other end to a USB
port on the PC controller.
4. Connect the HV Interlock Override to the Digital I/O connector. The CH2
will not perform high voltage testing unless it senses a connection between
Digital I/O pins 6 and 25, which the override provides. See the CH2 User
Manual for instructions on building a high voltage safety interlock.
Important Note: The HV Interlock Override should not be
used on CH2 systems that incorporate external power sup-
plies or meters before reviewing the user manual for the optional equip-
ment. Such systems may not meet the energy and charge safety limits of a
standard CH2 system and, if not, would require a safety interlock.
5. Connect the Power Cord(s) to the power receptacle(s) on the CH2
Base Unit and into any Expansion Scanner Enclosures. Plug the cable(s)
into a surge-protected power strip and plug the power strip into a
grounded power outlet. The CH2 Base Unit and Expansion Scanners will
automatically adjust to AC input from 100 - 240 volts AC, 50-60 Hz.
Probe
Out
1 2
31 32
Branch
In
HIGH VOLTAGE
Harness Tester ™
Base
CH2
SCANNER MODULE
1 2
31 32
SCANNER MODULE
1 2
31 32
SCANNER MODULE
1 2
31 32
SCANNER MODULE
1 2
31 32
SCANNER MODULE
HV GND
AUX HV INPUT
3KV Max
AUX SUPPLY
CLASS 2
+12 1.25 ea
DIGITAL I/O
FROM PC
(USB)
AC INPUT
50-60 Hz
100-240 V~
5-2A
Shield
HV INTERLOCK
OVERRIDE

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Install the Software
Easy-Wire Station Software
The purchase of a new CH2 tester includes the latest version of the Easy-Wire
Station software. The installation file for the software can be downloaded from
the Cirris web site by scanning the QR Code on the tester or at downloads.
cirris.com.
Cirris Server Software
If connecting the new CH2 station test station to a server using the Cirris Server
Software, all the connected test stations and the server software must be the
running the same software version. See the Cirris Server Software Installation
Guide for instructions on installing the server software and for connecting test
stations to the server database.
Easy-Wire Station Installation
The installation of the Easy-Wire station software is a straightforward process
which can be accomplished by following the on-screen instructions.
1. Close all open applications.
2. Open the Easy-Wire Installation and follow the on-screen instructions.
3. Depending on circumstances several messages may be displayed during
the process including a request to install third-party drivers. Select OK to
continue with these required steps.
4. When prompted, read the Easy-
Wire Software License Agreement
and accept the terms to continue
the installation. Click Next.
5. A “Read-Me” file will open that details the software’s revision
history. This file can be reviewed and/or saved as desired.
6. At the end of the installation, click Finish to complete the
process. A shortcut for the Easy-Wire application is placed on
the Windows desktop.

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Startup
1. Move the power switch on the CH2 Base Unit and any Expansion Scanner
Enclosures to the On position. The system won’t indicate any change of
state until the Easy-Wire software is opened.
2. Open the Easy-Wire software by double-clicking on the desktop icon. If the
icon can’t be found, from the Windows task bar, click Start > Cirris Systems
Corporation > Easy-Wire.
3. The first time the Easy-Wire software is
opened, the user is prompted to enter basic
information about the test station.
a. Enter a Station Name (the name is used
in reports). The name can be changed later
from the Main Menu > Utilities > Setup
System Options > Station Name tab.
b. Select CH2/CH2 xHV/CH2 xHVC as the
tester type
c. Select the frequency of the AC power
(Mains) input to the system
d. Click OK
4. When the User Login window opens, select
Master Login from the drop down list. Do
not enter a password. Click OK
Passwords and new users can be created
from the Main Menu > Utilities > Setup
Security. See the Easy-Wire Help.
5. If the Hardware Status Update window opens,
click OK.
This window is normally displayed when opening
Easy-Wire after a new installation or when any
changes are made to the hardware or software.
6. The Easy-Wire Main Menu will open.
The tester performs a series of self-tests
during initialization. These tests ensure that
the hardware and software are working
properly. When the self-test passes, the
Main Menu will open with a Ready status
indicator.

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Activate the Software License
After performing a new installation, the Easy-Wire software will be fully functional
for 21 days. During this period, the Main Menu displays the license status
Temporary License. If the software license is not activated before the end of this
time, the software will enter an Edit Only mode, which supports editing functions,
but which does not support tester control. To maintain full functionality, the
software license must be activated. A video describing the license activation process
is available at activate.easy-wire.com. Detailed instructions for the process can be
found in the Easy-Wire Help by searching License Manager.
Accessing the Easy-Wire Help
The Easy-Wire software includes a contextual Help system accessible by
clicking on the Help button available on each Easy-Wire window. The Help can
be browsed using its Table of Contents or searched by keywords.

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Changing the Interface Language
The language used in the Easy-Wire interface can be changed to one of the
available options.
1. From the Main Menu > Utilities > Setup System Options.
2. Under the Software Settings tab, select Change.
3. Select a language from the list of options and click OK.
4. Click OK on the Setup System Options window to return to the Main
Menu.

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Calibration
New Cirris testers ship with a Certificate of Calibration valid for one year. Cirris
recommends that the calibration be validated annually at a minimum thereafter.
The validation can be performed by Cirris or by the end user or a calibration
service provider using a CH2 Performance Verification Kit. Contact your Cirris
sales representative for more information.
Documentation
In addition to this Getting Started Guide, there are several resources that pro-
vide important information about the test system and its operation. The Easy-
Wire Help is installed with the software. Software, manuals, and other documen-
tation can be downloaded from the Cirris web site at downloads.cirris.com or
by scanning the QR code on the tester.
●CH2 User Manual - Provides important additional information about
building test fixtures and developing test programs.
●Easy-Wire Help - The Easy-Wire software includes an integrated Help
system that provides contextual assistance accessible throughout the
application.
●Cirris Server Software Install Guide - Describes the Cirris Server Software
installation and how to connect a test station to the server.
●Smart-Lights Quick Start Guide - Includes instructions for setting up the
optional Smart-Lights intelligent devices. Programming instructions can be
found in the Easy-Wire Help.
Help / Support
For assistance with your Cirris test system:
●Visit www.cirris.com/learning-center to read articles about Cirris products
and other testing subjects.
●Visit the Cirris YouTube channel to find instructive videos.
●In the United States, contact our technical support team at techsupport@
cirris.com or by phone at 801-973-4600, ext. 666 (or ask for Tech Support).
●Outside the United States, visit the contact page at www.cirris.com to find
your local Cirris representative.

Warranty
Cirris Inc. warrants new products manufactured by Cirris Inc. to be free from de-
fects in material and workmanship for a period of twelve months. Products not
manufactured by Cirris Inc. are warranted by their manufacturer. Cirris Inc. at its
option will repair or replace faulty goods and is not responsible for any conse-
quential loss incurred due to faulty goods. This warranty does not cover normal
wear, misuse or consumable items. The warranty does not include modifications
or damages due to abuse by the user.
NO WARRANTY AGAINST INFRINGEMENT: Cirris Inc. makes no warranty what-
soever that the goods are delivered free of any rightful claim of any third person
for infringement of patent.
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Cirris, Inc.
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Salt Lake City, UT 84116
USA
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