Masibus PCE-MCA 50 User manual

User’s Manual
UNIVERSAL CALIBRATOR
PCE-MCA 50
PCE Instruments
Email: [email protected]
Web: http://www.pce-instruments.com
Doc. Ref. no.:mM12/om/201 Issue no. 00

Contents
1. Introduction ......................................................................................................4
Foreword.......................................................................................4
Notice............................................................................................4
Trademarks...................................................................................4
Safety ............................................................................................4
General warnings.........................................................................5
Electrical warnings.......................................................................5
Cautions........................................................................................5
Summary of functions..................................................................6
2. PCE-MCA 50 Hardware Parts & Accessories.................................................7
2.1 Unpacking & Inspection.......................................................7
2.2 Operational Sections and Connections..............................8
2.2.1 The Terminal Connections ...........................................8
2.2.2 The KeyPad ...............................................................17
2.2.3 The Display................................................................18
2.2.4 The USB Connection..................................................18
2.2.5 Stand for Table Top Use ............................................18
2.3 Power Options....................................................................19
2.4 Battery.................................................................................19
2.4.1 Charge time.................................................................19
2.4.2 Operating Time ..........................................................20
3. Start Up & Basic Operations .........................................................................21
3.1 Power ON or OFF..................................................................21
3.2 The User Interface................................................................21
3.2.1 The Status Bar...........................................................22
3.2.2 The Function key Bar.................................................23
3.2.3 Display Mode .............................................................23
3.2.4 Display Operations.....................................................30
3.2.5 SCR1 and SCR2 Key Option : mQUICK-SETUP Key 35
4. Menu Layout...................................................................................................36
4.1 MENU page .........................................................................36

4.2 MEASURE Page..................................................................36
4.3 SOURCE Page ....................................................................38
4.3.1 ET Setup......................................................................38
4.3.2 TC Setup......................................................................44
4.3.3 RTD Setup...................................................................47
4.3.4 Pulse Setup..................................................................53
4.4 DISPLAY Page ......................................................................54
4.4.1 EM Display Settings.....................................................56
4.4.2 Switch test Display Settings .........................................57
4.4.3 ET Display Settings......................................................58
4.4.4 TC Display Settings......................................................59
4.4.5 RTD Display Settings...................................................61
4.5 DATA LOGGING Page..........................................................63
4.5.1 Transferring the Results to a Personal Computer:......65
4.6 CJC SETTING Page..............................................................66
4.7 Wire Select Page ..................................................................67
4.8 Alarm Page............................................................................68
4.9 SETTING Page ....................................................................69
4.9.1 HART Settings ...........................................................69
4.9.2 Display Settings .........................................................70
4.9.3 Date/Time Settings.....................................................70
4.9.4 Calibration..................................................................71
4.9.5 Battery Info.................................................................71
4.9.6 Set Password.............................................................71
4.9.7 Factory Reset.............................................................72
4.9.8 About Us....................................................................72
5. Maintenance & Troubleshooting...................................................................72
5.1 Common Problems.............................................................72
5.2 Replacing the Battery.........................................................73
5.3 Related Information............................................................73
5.3.1 Thermocouple Measurement/Simulation, Connections and
troubleshooting. ....................................................................74
5.3.2 Parallel Functions in PCE-MCA 50...............................76
6. General Specifications...................................................................................77
6.1 General Specifications.........................................................78

6.2 Display & Keys .....................................................................78
6.3 Special Features...................................................................78
6.4 Power Supply........................................................................79
6.5 Physical.................................................................................79
6.6 Electrical Measurement Parameters and Accuracy..........79
6.7 Electrical Simulation Parameters and Accuracy................80
6.8 Resistance Measurement 0 ... 4000 ohm ............................80
6.9 Resistance Simulation 0 ... 4000 ohm.................................80
6.10 RTD Measurement and Simulation....................................81
6.11 Available RTD Types..........................................................81
6.12 Thermocouple/mV Resolution and Accuracy...................82
6.13 Frequency Measurement ...................................................82
6.14 Pulse counting....................................................................82
6.15 Frequency Generation .......................................................82
6.16 Pulse Generation................................................................83
6.17 Enclosure Dimensions.......................................................84

1. Introduction
Foreword
Thank you for purchasing Universal Calibrator PCE-
MCA 50. The PCE-MCA 50 calibrator is compact hand-
held calibrator with an easy to use graphical user
interface.
This manual describes the basic functions and operation
methods. Please read through this user’s manual
carefully before using the product.
Notice
The contents of this manual are subject to change
without notice as a result of continuous improvements
to the instrument’s performance and functions.
Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy in the
preparation of this manual. Should any errors or
omissions come to your attention, however, please
inform PCE INSTRUMENTS Sales office or sales
representative. Under no circumstances may the
contents of this manual, in part or in whole, be
transcribed or copied without our permission.
Trademarks
Our product names or brand names mentioned in this
manual are the trademarks or registered trademarks of
PCE INSTRUMENTS (Herein after referred to as PCE
INSTRUMENTS).
Adobe, Acrobat, and Postscript are either registered
trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems
Incorporated. All other product names mentioned in this
user's manual are trademarks or registered trademarks
of their respective companies.
Safety
Before you use the instrument, make sure that you read
and understand all the related data. This includes: the
applicable local safety procedures, this publication,
and the instructions for the
accessories/options/equipment you are using it with.

General
warnings
WARNING
It is dangerous to ignore the specified limits
for the instrument or its related accessories.
Do not use the instrument or accessory if it is
not in its normal condition.
Use the applicable protection and obey all
safety precautions.
Do not use the instrument in locations with
explosive gas, vapor or dust. There is a risk
of an explosion
Electrical
warnings
To prevent electrical shocks or damage to the
instrument, do not connect more than 30V
between the terminals, or between the terminals
and the ground.
This instrument uses a Lithium-Ion battery pack.
To prevent an explosion or fire, do not short
circuit, do not disassemble, and keep it safe
from damage. For operating conditions, see
section 6.1 on Page-85
To prevent battery leakage or heat generation,
only use the battery charger in the temperature
range 0 to 45°C (32 to 113°F). For operating
conditions, see section 6.1 on Page-85.
To make sure the display shows the correct
data, disconnect the test leads before you set
the power to on or change to another measure
or source function.
Cautions
To prevent damage to the display, do not use
sharp objects on the screen.
Before you start an operation or procedure in this
publication, make sure that you have the
necessary skills (if necessary, with qualifications
from an approved training establishment). Follow
good engineering practice at all times.

Summary of
functions
This table gives a summary of the available functions
with the PCE-MCA 50 calibrator.
Function
Easy to read liquid crystal display (LCD) in color
Rechargeable lithium Ion battery with enhanced power control
for prolonged battery life.
* Measure RTD(Pt10, Pt50, Pt100, Pt200, Pt400, Pt1000,
Pt100(3926),Ni100(672), Ni100(618), Ni120(672), Cu10(427),
Cu50(427), Cu100(427)), Resistance (0 to 4000 ohms), mA,
mA(2W), V,Thermocouple (E,J,K,T,B,R,S,N), mV(-10 to
250mV),Switch-test, Frequency, Pulse
* Simulate RTD(Pt10, Pt50, Pt100, Pt200, Pt400, Pt1000,
Pt100(3926),Ni100(672), Ni100(618), Ni120(672), Cu10(427),
Cu50(427), Cu100(427)), Resistance (0 to 4000
ohms),Thermocouple (E,J,K,T,B,R,S,N), mV(-10 to 250mV), mA,
mA(2W), V, Frequency, Pulse
Step/Ramp functions: Automatic/Manual
Universal Serial Bus (USB) communications ports: For computer
Communications, Battery Charging& Firmware Upgrade
Data Logging
Other functions:
Maximum / Minimum / Average, filter, tare, adjustable backlight,
alarm indication (on the display and buzzer), Glance Screen.
Continuity Test, Automatic / Manual Wire Selection for RTD
Measurement, RTD CJ Compensation.
* Refer to the Specification Sheet on Page: 79

2. PCE-MCA 50 Hardware Parts & Accessories
2.1 Unpacking & Inspection
At the factory each new PCE-MCA 50 passes a careful inspection. It should
be free of scrapes and scratches and in proper operation order upon
receipt. The receiver should, however, inspect the unit for any damage that
may have occurred during transit. If there are signs of obvious mechanical
damage, package contents are incomplete, or the instrument does not
operate according to specifications, contact the purchasing sales office as
soon as possible. The standard accessories are as follows:
If you have to return the instrument to the factory for any reason, use the
original packing whenever possible. Include a detailed description of the
reason for the return.

2.2Operational Sections and Connections
All sections and connections are presented in detail on the next pages.
Note:
Keep in mind that the next picture (as well as all pictures of PCE-MCA 50
in this manual) hasan example configuration of modules. The configuration
of your PCE-MCA 50 may vary significantly from the one in the picture.
2.2.1 The Terminal Connections
1
Terminal Connection For
Measure & Source
2
Keypad Section
3
TFT Color Display
4
USB Connection Slot for
PC Communication &
Charging

➢EM (Electric Measurements and 24V Supply) Measure Terminals
Input Terminals for measuring voltage, current, supplying loop power,
and Frequency and pulse types refer specification sheet on page no.
79 Section 6.6 and page no. 82 Section 6.13, 6.14.
•Current Measurement
PCE-MCA 50 supports current measurement using either PCE-MCA
50 as the loop power supply while at the same time measuring the
current or simply measuring the current while an external power
supply is used.
The following picture displays the connection for Current
Measurement for different mode. And also different ways of providing
the supply power to the loop.
➢mA Current Measurement
In this mode PCE-MCA 50 not providing any supply voltage.
For proper measurement the external device should capable of
providing the voltage supply. If the external device should not
capable, an external Power Supply should be connected in
series.