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Model 710, 712, and 790
Fluoroptic Thermometer
User Manual
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ConfidentialInformation
The material contained herein consists of information that is the property
of LUXTRON Corporation and intended solely for use by the purchaser of
the equipment described in this manual. All specifications are subject to
change without notice. Changes are made periodically to the information
in this publication, and these changes will be incorporated in new editions.
LUXTRON Corporation prohibits the duplication of any portion of this
manual ortheusethereof for any purpose other than the operation or
maintenance of the equipmentdescribed in this manual without the
express written permission of LUXTRON Corporation.
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also contains software licensed from Microsoft Corporation.
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Part Number: 38-11490-01
Revision H
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Table of Contents
1.0 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.1
System Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.1
Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2
MajorComponents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2
MainUnit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2
Probes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2
Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.3
MainMenuandMenuHierarchy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.3
DefaultSetupParameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.4
How to Use thisManual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.5
Stylistic Conventions Used in this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.6
2.0 Unpacking and Installing the Instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.1
UnpackingtheInstrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.1
Installing theInstrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.1
Testing theInstrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.5
ProbeUseandHandling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.6
3.0 Using the Instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.1
SetupMode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.1
CalibrationMode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.14
RunMode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.17
4.0 Theory of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.1
TemperatureSensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.1
HowTemperatureMeasurementsareCalculated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.3
5.0 Maintenance and Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.1
EquipmentMaintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.1
ProbeandConnectorMaintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.1
TechnicalInformation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.1
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.2
ErrorandInformationalMessages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.4
InstrumentReinitialization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.5
FlashlampReplacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.6
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Appendix A: Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A.1
InstrumentWarm-UpTime . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A.2
PrecisionorRepeatability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A.3
ResponseTime . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A.4
RFShielding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A.4
OverallView . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A.5
Appendix B: Instrument Probes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B.1
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B.1
UsingImmersionProbesforSurfaceMeasurement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B.1
IndustrialProbeUseandHandling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B.2
ProbeFlexibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B.2
ProbeTemperatureRange . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B.2
Caringfor Probe WhenNotin Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B.2
ProbeLength . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B.3
Appendix C: RS-232 Serial Output Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C.1
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C.1
RS-232PortSetup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C.1
RS-232BaudRate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C.2
Samples/MeasurementandMeasurementUpdateTime . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C.2
DATASAVEFeature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C.2
HardwareConfigurationsfortheRS-232Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C.3
CharacterBits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C.4
FULLand ABBR Digital Output Message Formats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C.4
CommandSet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C.7
ControlCommandsforRunMode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C.7
Control Commands to Test System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C.8
ControlCommands forDisablingthe Front PanelButtons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C.8
ControlCommandsforRemoteMode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C.8
RemoteInstrumentCalibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C.10
RemoteSetupandCommandSyntax . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C.11
SampleRemoteSetupCommands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C.15
SampleRemoteQueryCommands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C.15
Appendix D: Optional IEEE-488 Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D.1
IEEE-488Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D.1
HowtheIEEE-488InterfaceWorks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D.2
IEEE-488 Interface Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D.2
Setup for the IEEE-488 Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D.2
RemoteInstrumentOperation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D.4
ControlCommands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D.4
RemoteInstrumentCalibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D.6
Serial Poll Status Byte . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D.8
RemoteInstrumentProgramming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D.9
SampleRemoteProgrammingCommands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D.13
SampleRemoteQueryCommands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D.14
DigitalOutputFormats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D.14
IEEE Digital Output Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D.14
FULLand ABBR Digital Output Message Formats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D.19
Time Stamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D.19
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Appendix E: Analog Output Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E.1
AnalogOutputVoltage(AOV) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E.1
AnalogOutputVoltage—±10VRangeOption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E.3
AnalogOutputCurrent(AOC)Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E.4
Appendix F: Warranty and Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F.1
LimitedWarranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F.1
DamageinShipmentfortheOriginal Purchaser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F.1
What to Do in Case of a Fault . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F.2
ShipmentstoLUXTRONforRepair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F.2
ShippingAddress . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F.2
AdditionalContactInformation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F.2
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Introduction 1.1
1.0 Introduction
This chapter provides an overview of the Model 710, 712, and 790
LUXTRON Fluoroptic thermometers. It also describes the major
components and default settings of the instruments. Figure 1.1
shows a typical rack mount installation of the instrument.
Figure 1.1 Rack Mount Four Channel Fluoroptic Thermometer—Model 790
SystemOverview
The Fluoroptic thermometer is a temperature measurement instrument.
The probes used with the instrument are designed to be minimally
disturbing and capable of functioning in otherwise hostile environments.
The instruments may be used for many applications, including the
following:
• Microwave food and packaging development
• Electronics testing
• Semiconductor manufacturing
• High-voltage and electrical-power environments
Features
The instrument provides the latest technology in Fluoroptic
thermometers. It provides many features, including the following:
• Digital signal processing (provides less noise and makes the signal
easier to control)
• Programmable gain (each channel is controlled separately)
• MS-DOS®operating system and PC bus
• RS-232 serial port
• Analog output ±5 V standard
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1.2 Model 710, 712, and 790 Fluoroptic Thermometer User Manual
Options
The following options are available:
• IEEE-488 General Purpose Interface Bus (GPIB) interface
• Analog output ±10 V range—replaces ±5 V analog output
• Analog current loop (4 to 20 mA)—replaces ±5 V analog output
Note
The instrument may physically have both an RS-232 port and an
IEEE-488 interface. However, only one may be active at any time.
Major Components
The instrument consists of the following components:
• The main unit, which contains the optical, analog, and digital
electronics of the instrument, and a flashlamp
• The probes, each consisting of a fiber-optic cable with a temperature
sensor at one end and a connector at the other end
• The system firmware, which is programmed into the main unit and
uses a DOS-based operating system
Temperature data is collected when the sensor attached to the probe is
activated by a burst of light from the flashlamp (which is mounted inside
the instrument). The sensor then sends back an optical signal which is
processed by the analog and digital electronics of the instrument to
determine temperature.
Temperature data is sent to the front panel display, the analog outputs,
and the digital output port (RS-232 port or optional IEEE-488 interface).
Main Unit
The electronics and flashlamp are in the main unit of the instrument.
The electronics of the main unit include a CPU board for computation
and a system board for data storage and control.
The display panel of the main unit can display system status messages
and temperature data, using up to 24 alphanumeric characters.
Probes
The instrument is designed to function with a wide variety of probes
designed and produced by LUXTRON Corporation. Each probe consists
of a fiber-optic cable with a connector at one end and temperature sensor
mounted at the other end. Contact the LUXTRON Sales Department for
more information.
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Introduction 1.3
Firmware
The instrument is set up, operated, and maintained using its built-in,
menu-driven firmware. It can be controlled locally or remotely:
•Locally, from the front of the instrument. The front panel of the
instrument front panel has a single-line display of 24 characters
and a set of six keys for running the firmware.
•Remotely, from the RS-232 or IEEE-488 interface on the back of
the instrument. The instrument may be set up and controlled by
an external computer or modem.
Main Menu and Menu Hierarchy
The Main menu provides access to the three major modes—RUN, CAL,
and SETUP. Press the YES, PREV, or –(minus) buttons to select RUN, CAL,
or SETUP, respectively (see Figure 1.2).
RUN CAL SETUP
*
NEXTMENUYES PREV
Figure 1.2 Main Menu
The Calibration and Setup menus are organized in hierarchical form:
•First level menu selections
These selections are available only in Calibration and Setup modes.
In Calibration mode (see the section, “Calibration Mode”), they
indicate a procedure. In Setup mode, the selections describe an
instrument parameter or function that may be accessed, followed by a
question mark (?). However, the question mark is not included when
the parameter or function is already 24 characters in length (such as
theCHANGE TEMPERATURE UNITS parameter.
•Second level menu selections
These selections are found in Setup mode (see the section, “Setup
Mode”). The selections allow you to change an instrument parameter
or function, and are usually followed by a colon (:), and sometimes
by a question mark (?).
Setup and Calibration mode, as well as Run mode, are described in
Chapter 3, “Using the Instrument.”
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1.4 Model 710, 712, and 790 Fluoroptic Thermometer User Manual
Default Setup Parameters
Table 1.1 lists the default Setup parameters.
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Table 1.1 Default Setup Parameters
Information describing how to change parameters for particular
applications are provided in Chapter 3, “Using the Instrument.”
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Introduction 1.5
How to Use this Manual
This manual explains how the LUXTRON Model 710, 712, and 790
Fluoroptic®thermometers work and provides information on how
to set up, operate, and maintain these thermometers.
These Fluoroptic Thermometer models, despite their advanced
technology, are simple to use. The setup and operating instructions
provide information that average users might need, with a minimum
of technical details. Contact the LUXTRON Sales or Customer Service
Department for additional information.
The manual is organized into the following chapters and appendices:
Chapter 1, “Introduction,” provides an overview of the instruments and
describes major components and default settings of the instruments.
Chapter 2, “Unpacking and Installing the Instrument,” describes how
to unpack, assemble, and test the instrument.
Chapter 3, “Using the Instrument,” describes how to use the front panel
buttons and Setup, Calibration, and Run modes.
Chapter 4, “Theory of Operation,” discusses the temperature sensor
and how the instrument calculates temperature measurements.
Chapter 5, “Maintenance and Troubleshooting,” discusses how to
maintain the instrument and troubleshoot problems.
Appendix A, “Specifications,” defines specifications for the accuracy,
precision, and performance of the instrument.
Appendix B, “Instrument Probes,” discusses how to use and care for
probes supplied with the instrument.
Appendix C, “RS-232 Serial Output Port,” discusses the serial port of the
instrument, as well as complete setup and diagnostics.
Appendix D, “Optional IEEE-488 Interface,” discusses the optional
IEEE-488 interface, as well as complete setup and diagnostics.
Appendix E, “Analog Output Options,” discusses the Analog Output
Voltage (AOV) ±5 V Standard and ±10 V option, as well as the Analog
Output Current (AOC) option.
Appendix F, “Warranty and Service,” documents warranty and service
information for the instrument.
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1.6 Model 710, 712, and 790 Fluoroptic Thermometer User Manual
Stylistic Conventions Used in this Manual
This manual uses the following conventions:
•Buttons
All buttons are represented in UPPER CASE BOLD FACE type.
•Display and instrument error messages
All display and instrument error messages are indented and shown
in
UPPER CASE MONOTYPE.
•Operating modes
Operating modes are shown in Normal type, with the first letter
capitalized (for example, Remote mode).
•Menu names
Menu names are shown in Normal type, with the first letter capitalized
(for example, Main menu) unless a reference is made to select it
(see next bullet).
•Menus, parameters, and variables
All menus and parameters are shown in UPPER CASE MONOTYPE
to match the display (such as “Select SETUP from the Main menu”).
Variables are shown in italics (toggle between °C and °F).
Notes, Cautions, and Warnings appear throughout the manual. The format
and contents are as follows:
Note
Used when information is sufficiently important to require special
attention.
Caution
Used when information is sufficiently critical to avoid instrument
damage.
Warning
Used when information is critical to avoid personal injury.
Warning
Used when information is critical to avoid personal injury when an
electrical hazard is present.
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Unpacking and Installing the Instrument 2.1
2.0 Unpacking and Installing the Instrument
This chapter describes how to unpack, assemble, and test the instrument.
Unpacking the Instrument
When the instrument is received, inspect the container in which it is
packaged prior to opening to ensure there is no obvious damage which
may have occurred during shipping. If you have reason to suspect that it
may have been damaged in shipping, you must immediately file a claim
with the carrier before contacting LUXTRON.
Open the shipping container and carefully remove the instrument from its
packaging material, at which time you should assemble and test it.
Each system component should be checked against the enclosed packing
list and inspected for signs of visible damage. The standard instrument is
shipped with the following items:
• One Fluoroptic Thermometer instrument
• One user manual
• One grounded three-conductor power cord
• Various Fluoroptic temperature probes and other supply items,
as ordered
• One shielded RS-232 cable
Contact the LUXTRON Customer Service Department immediately if there
is any visible damage to the instrument or probes or if any items are
missing. If everything is in order, save the packing material for possible
future use.
In the event of a later service question, see Appendix F, “Warranty and
Service.”
Installingthe Instrument
The rack-mount version of this equipment is designed to be mounted in
a standard 19-inch equipment rack. Note that the four plastic mounting
feet can be removed without loosening or removing any hardware inside
the instrument. This equipment can be used in any location, as long as
the environmental requirements are met, as listed in Appendix A,
“Specifications.”
Caution
This equipment is designed to be used with a grounded three-
conductor power cord. Ensure that you have an adequately
grounded power source before proceeding.
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2.2 Model 710, 712, and 790 Fluoroptic Thermometer User Manual
To install the instrument
1. If rack mounting the instrument, remove the four plastic mounting
feet and secure instrument in the rack, using the four sets of screws,
washers, and nuts.
2. Plug socket end of power cord into receptacle on back panel of
instrument, and the other end into grounded power outlet rated
as follows:
•Input voltage 90 to 250 V
•Input frequency 47 to 63 Hz
3. Power-on and test instrument per instructions in the section,
“Testing the Instrument.”
4. Remove black vinyl caps from front panel probe connectors
(caps are shipped on the instrument to prevent dust contamination).
Save the caps and place them on front-panel probe connectors when
instrument is not in use.
5. Unpack a probe and remove the red vinyl protective cap from
a connector.
Note
Do not uncoil the probe until instrument power-on testing is
complete.
6. Screw probe metal connector into a front panel probe connector.
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Unpacking and Installing the Instrument 2.3
Figure 2.1 shows the front view of the stand alone installation of the
instrument (Model 790 only). Figure 2.2 shows the front view of the rack
mount installation of the instrument (all models). Figure 2.3 shows the
rear view of the instrument. An overall view of each model is provided
in Appendix A, “Specifications.”
Figure 2.1 Front Panel—Stand Alone, Model 790
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2.4 Model 710, 712, and 790 Fluoroptic Thermometer User Manual
Figure 2.2 Front Panel—Rack Mount, All Models
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Unpacking and Installing the Instrument 2.5
MODEL # ####
SERIAL # ######
2775 Northwestern Parkway
Santa Clara, CA 95051
U.S. PAT. NO. 3,542,123 - 3,715,923
BR. PAT. NO. 1,319,865 - 1,349,172
FR. BREVETE S.G.D.G.NO.71.27140
JAPAN PAT. NO. 1000497
GERMAN PAT. NO. 213656.0
ITALIAN BREVETTO NO. 929518
BEL. BREVET BELGE NO. 770.236
Fuse Location
Flashlamp Module
CPU Reset Button
(recessed)
Serial Port
Optional IEEE-488 Interface
Analog Output Connector
Function
Pin 710 712 790
1 Sensor 1 Sensor 1 Sensor 1
2 Sensor 1 Return Sensor 1 Return Sensor 1 Return
3 Not Used Sensor 2 Sensor 2
4 Not Used Sensor 2 Return Sensor 2 Return
5 Not Used Not Used Sensor 3
6 Not Used Not Used Sensor 3 Return
7 Not Used Not Used Sensor 4
8 Not Used Not Used Sensor 4 Return
9 Chassis Ground Chassis Ground Chassis Ground
10 Chassis Ground Chassis Ground Chassis Ground
Power Connector
9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
10
Figure 2.3 Sample Back Panel—All Models
Testing the Instrument
After installing the instrument, power-on and test it to ensure it is
working properly.
To test the instrument
1. Power-on the instrument, using the power switch on the front panel.
The display scrolls through the following single-line messages,
in the order listed:
LUXTRON CORPORATION
(MODEL NUMBER) (C) COPYRIGHT
(PART NUMBER) (FIRMWARE VERSION)
RUN CAL SETUP *
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2.6 Model 710, 712, and 790 Fluoroptic Thermometer User Manual
Note
Instrument warm-up time is 15 minutes from a cold start or initial
power-on. For minimum warm-up time and maximum equipment life,
keep the system powered on at all times, even when it is not in use.
The instrument is now ready to use, as indicated by the blinking
asterisk (“*”) at the far right of the display. The Main menu lists
the following three modes of operation:
• RUN
• CAL
• SETUP
2. Press YES to automatically begin taking temperature measurements.
3. Press any button to stop taking measurements and return to
Main menu.
Setup, calibration, operation, and diagnostics are run from the Main menu,
as discussed in Chapter 3, “Using the Instrument.” Select menu items by
pressing the appropriate buttons below the front panel display or by using
a computer connected to the instrument, as discussed in Appendix C,
“RS-232 Serial Output Port.”
Probe Use and Handling
Handled properly, probes should last indefinitely. Appendix B,
“Instrument Probes,” discusses how to care for and maintain the probes.
Observe the following precautions when using the probes:
•Flexibility
Each probe is made from a single strand of silica fiber or plastic-clad
silica (PCS) fiber. These fibers are flexible. However, any fiber may
be damaged or broken if it is bento too sharply.
•Temperature range
Using a probe outside its intended temperature range or in chemical
environments may shorten the life span of the probe.
•Care and storage
Each probe is supplied with a red vinyl cap over the connector.
Replacing this cap when the probe is not in use prevents dirt from
accumulating on the open fiber end. Occasionally clean the connector
with spectrograde isopropyl alcohol or methanol.
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UsingtheInstrument 3.1
3.0 Using the Instrument
This chapter describes how to use the front panel buttons, as well as how
to use Setup, Calibration, and Run modes.
Setup Mode
Setup mode allows displaying and changing setup parameter values.
Use Setup mode for initial setup or for when the application changes and
different types of probes or system devices are required. Access Setup
mode by pressing –at the Main menu.
Table 3.1 lists the use for each front panel button. Figure 3.1 illustrates the
Setup mode menu tree. Table 3.2 defines each Setup menu selection and
describes how to change the parameters of each.
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