Gossen MetraWatt SECUTEST SI+ User manual

SECUTEST SI+
3-349-613-15
1/12.10
Operating Instructions

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SECUTEST SI+
MENU
without Function
Standard Equipment
1 Input and memory module
SECUTEST SI+,
1 USB connector cable,
1 Operating instructions
The Driver Control software for installing
the USB device driver is available from
our website.

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1 Ribbon cable with RS232 plug for connection of the SI module to the tester
2USB socket connector for the transmission of stored data to the PC
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LED signal lights up green when USB interface is active
provided the USB device driver has been installed to the connected PC
4 LED signal lights up green when RS232 interface is active
5RS232 connection socket for PC, barcode reader or RFID scanner
6Knurled screw
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Signal LED, lights up briefly when connected with the test instrument and remains
deactivated afterwards
8Clear key to delete single characters or
complete lines in connection with the shift key
9Enter key to conclude the entry and go to the next entry prompt
10 Space key to enter spaces
11 Storage key to store the last test report
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Shift key to shift the keyboard from small letters to capital letters and vice versa
Key shifts to full stop ( .)
Key shifts to underline ( _ )
13 Key to activate the SI module
14 Flap to fix the probe lead in the lid of the SECUTEST...
Combined keyboard instructions for report entry
(only for SECUTEST... test instrument)
  Deletes the line on which the cursor is positioned.
 All text entries are deleted,
provided the cursor is positioned in an active text entry section
+ The report stored last is deleted,
provided no SI module window is active.
+ A reset is done, the SI module is initialized, all stored data are
deleted!
This is only possible in the Setup menu under Clear memory .
ENTER
STORE
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Contents Page Page
1 Applications ................................................................................. 6
1.1 Application SECUTEST... ..............................................................................6
1.2 Application PROFITEST 204 and METRISO 5000 D-PI ....................................7
1.3 Meaning of the Symbols on the Unit .............................................................7
2 Safety Features and Safety Precautions ..................................... 8
3 Getting Started ............................................................................ 9
3.1 Installing the SI Module ................................................................................9
3.2 Activating the SI Module ..............................................................................9
4 Presettings ................................................................................ 10
4.1 Setting the Clock .......................................................................................10
4.2 Enter and Delete Top and Bottom Lines ......................................................11
4.3 Clear Memory ...........................................................................................11
5 How to Display and Store Reports .............................................12
5.1 How to Display Reports, Enter and Store Texts ............................................ 12
5.2 Automatic Report Storage ......................................................................... 14
5.3 Quick Report Storage ................................................................................ 15
5.4 Requesting Stored Reports ........................................................................ 16
6 Statistics ....................................................................................17
6.1 Getting Started for Statistics Recording ...................................................... 17
6.2 View Statistic Data .................................................................................... 18
6.3 Delete Statistic Data ................................................................................. 19
7 Operation with Barcode Reader .................................................20
7.1 Connecting the Barcode Reader ................................................................ 20
7.2 Configuring the Barcode Reader ................................................................ 20
8 Data exchange with a PC ...........................................................21

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9 Error Message ........................................................................... 21
10 Technical Data ........................................................................... 22
11 Maintenance .............................................................................. 25
11.1 How to Reset the SI Module ...................................................................... 25
11.2 Housing ................................................................................................... 25
11.3 Device Return and Environmentally Compatible Disposal ............................. 25
12 Repair and Replacement Parts Service ..................................... 26
13 Product Support ........................................................................ 26

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1 Applications
The SI (Storage Interface) module SECUTEST SI+ is a special accessory
for the the following test instruments:
SECUTEST..., SECULIFE ST, PROFITEST 204 and METRISO 5000 D-PI.
It is installed in the lid of the tester and fastened with two knurled screws.
The test results determined with the test instrument are directly trans-
ferred to the SI module via the ribbon line.
1.1 Application SECUTEST...
All measured values for approximately 300 reports (amount of one work-
ing day) can be stored in this memory.
Via a serial RS232 port or an USB interface, the stored measured values
can be transferred from the SECUTEST SI+ to the PC, archived and pro-
cessed there with our software packages (e.g. for the preparation of
invoices), or printed directly into a pre-made form.
Note
Transmission of the data from the memory of the SI module to
the PC via the RS232 interface is only possible when the SI
module is connected to the test instrument.
Note
Data transmission from the memory of the SI module to the PC
via USB interface is only possible if you have installed the requi-
red device driver to your PC via the Driver Control software.
When the test instrument is connected, operating voltage is
supplied via the RS232 interface. When the test instrument is
not connected, voltage is supplied via the USB interface of your
PC.

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USB Device Driver
The Driver Control software for installing the USB device driver including
the operating instructions are available for download from our website
http://www.gossenmetrawatt.com
Products Software Software for Testers
Utilities Driver Control
Free of Charge Starter Programs
An overview of the up-to-date report generating software with and with-
out database for testers (free starter programs and demo software for
data management, report and list generation) is provided on our website.
These programs can be downloaded either directly or after registration.
http://www.gossenmetrawatt.com
Products Software Software for Testers
1.2 Application PROFITEST 204 and METRISO 5000 D-PI
Operation with these test instruments is limited to the function „Entry of
comments via the alphanumeric keyboard.“ Only the following chap-
ters are relevant in this context:
chap. 2 Safety Features and Safety Precautions
chap. 3.1 Installing the SI Module
chap. 10 Technical Data (without memory function)
chap. 11, 12 and 13 Maintenance and Addresses
1.3 Meaning of the Symbols on the Unit
Warnung concerning a point of danger
(Attention: observe documentation!)
indicates EC conformity
This device may not be disposed of with the trash. Further informa-
tion regarding the WEEE mark can be accessed on the
Internet at
www.gossenmetrawatt.com by entering the search term WEEE.
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2 Safety Features and Safety Precautions
When the SECUTEST SI+ is properly used, the safety of both the user
and the unit is assured.
In order to meet the legal regulations for electromagnetic compatibility
(EMC), an electrically conductive plastic material is used for the housing
for shielding. Touching of the SI module under normal operation causes no
danger as contact-hazardous voltages do not occur in the
SECU TEST SI+ .
Attention!
The housing of the SI module has electrically conductive
characteristics that are similar to those of metal. It must not
come into connection with live parts.
Read the operating instructions carefully and completely before you use your unit
and follow them in all respects.
Data Backup (only instruments of the SECUTEST... series)
The measurement, report and entry data can be safely stored in the
RAM of the SECUTEST SI+ storage module.
We advise you to regularly transmit your stored data to a PC in order to
prevent potential loss of data in the storage module.
We assume no liability for any data loss.
For data processing and management we recommend our software
packages, see page 7.
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3 Getting Started
3.1 Installing the SI Module
ÐSECUTEST... only: Remove the cover from the lid of the SECUTEST....
For this purpose, press the cover to the side.
ÐInsert the SI module into the lid and fasten it with the two knurled re-
taining screws.
ÐConnect the module to the connection socket of the RS232 inter-
face of the test instrument via the ribbon cable.
ÐSECUTEST... only: Below the SI module there is a compartment pro-
vided in the lid for the storage of the probe lead. Lock the flap in-
serted in the module on the hinge of the lid so that the probe lead
will not fall out when the lid is closed.
3.2 Activating the SI Module
To activate the SI module, a connection to the RS232 interface of the
SECUTEST... must be established and the test instrument must be
connected to the mains.
Attention!
As long as the signal lamp lights up at the SI module, a syn-
chronization between the test instrument and the SI module
is being performed during which no test data may be
imported from the SI module. Do not press any key at the
test instrument.
Initial Start-up – Clear memory
For initial start-up, the memory should be completely cleared by
means of a reset:
ÐActivate the menu function by pressing .
ÐSelect the Setup menu and then the menu Clear memory.
ÐPress + simultaneously.
ÐReset date and time after initialization.
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Request menu
Press 1x
Selection and execution of the functions
listed in the menu is done by means of the
corresponding keys on the test instrument.
The other operating controls and connectors
should remain unchanged while the SI mod-
ule is active so that the data traffic will not be
disturbed.
The menu item "Return" causes a return to the LC display presented
prior to activating the SI module.
The display shows that 10 % of the storage capacity are already
occupied. When 99% of the memory are filled, the data should be
transmitted to a PC and stored there. Subsequently, the existing data
must be deleted before new data can be stored to memory. Otherwise,
the messages „Memory full“ and „Clear memory in setup“ appear.
4 Presettings
Upon selection of the menu item „Setup“
you can perform the following settings:
4.1 Setting the Clock
Note:
Please ensure that the same date and time
are set in the connected test instrument.
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4.2 Enter and Delete Top and Bottom Lines
From the keyboard, you can enter optional texts which – before and/or
after the test result – are to be automatically included in the report
printout. For top and bottom lines, 5 lines of 24 characters each are
available. The top and bottom lines are the same for all test results in
the memory.
Enter the texts via the keyboard.
Data entry is also possible via barcode reader (see chapter 7, page 20).
ÐYou will get to the next line by pressing the key
ÐYou can delete the top and bottom lines with the and keys
4.3 Clear Memory
To clear the memory, press the key
on the SI module.
To stop, press the key on the SECUTEST....
Note
With the „Clear memory“ function, text information that has
been entered consisting of headline and bottom line, device
type, manufacturer, prototype as well as details on customer,
repair work and statistics are preserved. These data can only
be deleted by performing a reset ( + ).
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5 How to Display and Store Reports
Note
Storage of the results of the safety and function tests as well as their
entry into reports and statistics is only possible after tests have been
performed.
Exception: the function switch is in the „MENUE“ position
(older versions: also „FUNCTION-TEST“). In this position
only the result of the last function test can be stored.
You can load the result of the last test into the SI module and store it
there under an Ident Number. The report of the last test can be printed
out several times.
The results of a complete working day (approximately 300 reports) can
be stored in the memory of the SI module. Pressing the key
several times makes for the same data record to be overwritten again
and again.
The test report automatically contains the test result including the
measured and limit values as well as information on the visual inspec-
tion. Further specific information on device under test, customer and
repair can be integrated in the test report by entries via the keyboard or a
barcode reader (see chapter 7, page 20).
The report is presented on the LCD in several windows.
5.1 How to Display Reports, Enter and Store Texts
ÐRequest the SI menu via the key
ÐSelect Protocol and confirm with
First, the test result including measured and
limit values is shown. The display contains
available data only.
In further windows that can be selected with the
and keys, you can display information on the
visual inspection as well as enter texts via the key-
board, and barcodes via the barcode reader (see
chapter 7, page 20). A maximum of 24 characters
can be entered into one line.
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End the text entry of a line by pressing the
key. At the same time, this brings
you to the next line.
ÐTo store, press the key.
returns you to the SI menu.
When storing the report, the consecutive
ident number is output between date and
time.
Results of the function test
Figure at left:
Info on DUT
max. 24 charact. each
Figure at right:
Info on customer
max. 24 charact. each
Information on
e.g. repair
max. 10 lines
of max.
24 characters each
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If there are no data available in the test
instrument when the menu item Protocol is
called up,
the following message appears:
5.2 Automatic Report Storage
All test results are automatically allocated a consecutive ident number*
provided the Autostore function is active. After the safety test as well as
after the function test, a note is displayed indicating that the test data
are being stored.
When the SI module is deactivated, proceed as follows to activate the
Autostore function in the test instrument:
ÐSECUTEST... test instrument:
Select the desired test at the function selector switch of the test in-
strument.
Ðolder versions SECUTEST 0701/0702S:
Set the function selector switch of the test instrument to the MENUE
position.
ÐMove the cursor to Setupand confirm with .
ÐMove the cursor to Configureand confirm with .
Ð Move the cursor to Autostore : activate or deactivate the function with .
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5.3 Quick Report Storage
If many measurements are to be made successively and the results
are to be evaluated later, the function "Quick report storage" presents
itself. This function can only be performed after a test (safety test and/
or function test).
ÐActivate the SI module with .
This brings you directly to the enter field
for
the ident number. Here you can enter a
maximum of 24 digits and confirm with
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ÐTo store, press the key once
more.
The report is stored in the data base of the SI
module together with all available data.
Empty data fields are ignored. At the same time you return to measur-
ing mode to immediately start the next measurement.
Note
If a reset has been made accidentally after the test, e.g. by
changing the position of the function switch or pulling the
interface cable off, the ident number must again be entered in
the report. The data are preserved.
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5.4 Requesting Stored Reports
A list of all stored reports can be requested at any time in order to dis-
play and print out the contents of individual reports at a later date. The
first column contains the consecutive numbers, the second one the
ident numbers. The first 14 characters of the ident number are shown
as a maximum.
ÐChoose Protocol and confirm with .
ÐPress the help key ion the SECUTEST....
A list of the stored reports appears.
ÐSelect the desired report using the and keys and confirm
with . A maximum of 10 stored reports is displayed. The next 10 reports are
selected by browsing through with the cursor.
In the presentation of the archived report, an on the right-hand side
of the first bottom line informs you that the measured data have been
stored under a consecutive number and consequently no more data
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6 Statistics
Altogether, statistic data of a maximum of eight equipment classes can
be recorded. The statistic data include the number of the errors
occurred as well as their percentage of the total measurement within one
class.
The statistics menu appears provided Statistics has been selected in the
main menu, see chapter 3.2, page 9.
6.1 Getting Started for Statistics Recording
Where statistic data are to be recorded, the associated class designa-
tion must be defined prior to a measurement by selection of Class. If a
class name is already entered, it must be activated.
ÐMove the cursor to Class and , set menu is displayed.
ÐMove the cursor to the respective class name and ,
an underline appears at the end of the text.
ÐIf you want another class name: delete existing characters with ,
or complete lines with  and enter a maximum of eight char-
acters via the alphanumeric keyboard.
ÐConfirm with , the cursor moves to the error column.
ÐDetermine with or whether only the first or all errors are to be
considered. Confirm with . A lightning symbol appears behind the
activated class name.
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The safety tests as well as the function tests can now be performed for
the selected class.
After the start of a report recording, the setting First or All in the statis-
tics menu can no longer be changed.
After each complete measurement, consting of safety test and function
test, the measured data must be stored so that they will be available
for statistic evaluation. See „How to Display and Store Reports“ on
page 12. If, after the measurement, First or All is followed by a sym-
bol, statistic data have been stored for the respective class.
All following measurements expand the statistics of the class activated
at the time by the additional measured results. If new statistic data are
to be recorded for an existing class, the stored statistic data can be
deleted, see chap. 6.3 Delete Statistic Data.
6.2 View Statistic Data
Select the Statistics menu to request statistic data:
ÐWith or move the cursor to Display and confirm with , View
menu is shown.
ÐSelect the class the statistic data of which you wish to see, confirm
with . The statistic data of the selected class are listed.
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6.3 Delete Statistic Data
ÐWith or , move the cursor to Delete and press .
ÐSelect the class the data of which is to be deleted
or
ÐSelect Delete: all to delete the stored statistic data of all classes!
After all classes are deleted, class A is set active and the error type of
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7 Operation with Barcode Reader
The barcode reader B3261 and Z720A (each as accessory) allow for
all information available in barcode form to be quickly, easily and
safely entered into the test reports. This type of data entry permits
time-saving and low-cost acquisition of large amounts of information,
e.g. for series measurements of devices provided with barcodes.
7.1 Connecting the Barcode Reader
ÐConnect the reader to the RS232 interface of the SI module.
An SI LCD window must not be active!
The barcode reader confirms the correct connection with a double
acoustic signal.
7.2 Configuring the Barcode Reader
The barcode reader B3261 and Z720A are configured for the following
barcodes:
CODE 39 / CODE 128 / EAN13 (12 digits) *
The barcode reader are immediately ready for operation when con-
nected to a SECUTEST... or SECUTEST SI+ test instrument.
For operation with PROFITEST 204, the barcode reader has to be
configured with the code indicated in the operating instructions of the
barcode reader adapter. For these test instruments, only Code 128 is
possible.
If you wish to use other codes for the SECUTEST..., please consult our
Product Support Hotline, see chapter 13, page 26
* Z720A has the appropriate scanning width to be programmed to the EAN 128
barcode.