Sylvac Hi Cal User manual

INSTRUCTIONS
MODE D’EMPLOI
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG
MANUALE D’USO
MODO DE EMPLEO
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HEIGHT GAUGE E
COLONNE DE MESURE F
HÖHENMESSGERÄTE D
COLONNA DI MISURA I
COLUMNA DE MEDICIÓN S
INSTRUCTIONS
MODE D’EMPLOI
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG
MANUALE D’USO
MODO DE EMPLEO

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90°
COMMISSIONING
MISE EN SERVICE
INBETRIEBNAHME
MESSA IN SERVIZIO
PUESTA EN SERVICIO
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379 / 529 / 679
105
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50 / 50 / 65
92 / 92 / 107
187 / 187 / 187
142 / 142 / 172
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96
169 / 219 / 219
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379 / 529 / 679
105
17
50 / 50 / 65
92 / 92 / 107
187 / 187 / 187
142 / 142 / 172
101
23
96
169 / 219 / 219
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379 / 529 / 679
105
17
50 / 50 / 65
92 / 92 / 107
187 / 187 / 187
142 / 142 / 172
101
23
96
169 / 219 / 219
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DIMENSIONS
DIMENSIONS
ABMESSUNGEN
DIMENSIONI
DIMENSIONES

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SET
Clear
REF
I / II
Quit
Setup
MIN
MAX
DEL
PRESET
HOLD
mmIN
MIN
DELTA
MAX
REFII
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9
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6
8 10
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Intuitive keyboard Display

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Description
1. Display
2. Intuitive keyboard
3. Probe measuring indicator
4. Probe
5. Probe xing lever
6. Probe weight adjustement selector
7. Multi function key FCT
8. Ergonomic handle and battery cover
9. UP / DOWN button, progressive activation of measurement carriage speed
10. USB connector
11. Power or foot pedal input connector
12. Power or foot pedal input connector
13. RS232 connector
14. DC power and charge indicators
15. Battery cover xing screw location
Description of intuitive keyboard and display
16. Preset |Zero
17. Min | Max measuring mode key
18. Activation of extended functions and parameters key
19. Surface |diameter measuring modes key
20. Active reference selection key
21. ON |OFF key
22. Probe constant setting key
23. Unit indicators
24. Reference active indicator
25. Probe constant setting | display indicator
26. Keyboard locked indicator
27. Displayed value frozen until probe contacts again
28. RS232 | USB transmission indicator
29. Diameter value indicator
30. Centre value indicator in diameter/centreline mode
31. Low battery warning - charger must be connected
32. Min | Max mode active indicator
33. Min | Max mode active indicator
34. Diameter measuring mode indicator
35. Measuring direction indicator
36. Deactivated corrections alert indicator
37. Preset input indicator

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Contents Pages
Introduction 7
Getting Started 7
Intuitive and interactive keypad 8
Keypad direct function 8
Setting and parameter key 9
FCT key 10
FCT key used in diameter mode 11
Measuring using Hi_Cal 11
Constant setting 11
Measuring heights 12
Measuring upward 12
Measuring diameters and centerlines 13
RS232 connector 14
Data transmission format 14
USB connector 15
Printer connection 16
Commands 16
Changing the probe 19
Foot pedal input 19
Adjusting the cursor balance 20
Error messages 20
Replacing the batteries 21
Technical specications Hi_Cal 150 / Hi_Cal 300 / Hi_Cal 450 21
Standard delivery 22
In the event of problems 22
Notes 23

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Introduction
Getting Started
The Hi_Cal height gauge has been designed to work on small at reference
surfaces such as granite or scraped cast iron plates. A number of technological
innovations make this instrument very suitable for easy, fast and reliable
measurements. It offers the following advantages :
• Very low measuring force (0.3N)
• Excellent repeatability
• Fully motorized probe displacement. The movement speed is proportional
to the pressure on the UP/DOWN button. The probe automatically tracks
proles and maintains a constant measuring force : measuring diame-
ters is, therefore, fast and precise
• Two motorization speed ranges available for small or mid size parts mea-
surement
• Reduced weight for easy handling
• Very easy to operate and versatile: can be used both in the workshop and
laboratory
• Two lines display, enabling viewing of diameter and centerline simultaneously
Simply remove the transport xing part by pulling it upward, then x the probe on
the support: instrument is ready for measuring. Keep the transport clamp and the
locking system for any subsequent transport. (see commissioning diagram p.2)
Important: Always check the xing of the probe and the probe constant
value before measuring.
Connect the AC/DC adapter, and check the status lights:
Top light :
Bottom light :
Remark: initially, or after a long period without use of the instrument, battery
loading may take a few minutes before the instrument is ready.
ON
OFF
Fast charge (4 hours)
Trickle charge. This is a safe charge mode to avoid
battery losses in case of continuous AC/DC power
connectionl
ON Power connected

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SET
Clear
REF
I / II
Quit
Setup
MIN
MAX
DEL
SET /CLEAR
REF
MIN / MAX / DEL
Intuitive and interactive keypad
Keypad direct function
On starting, the Hi_Cal will automatically check the probe measuring detection
sensor (Hall Init), then move the probe up and down for setting the system
reference.
In case of a problem during Hall initialization, please proceed with following
controls:
• Is the probe free to move ?
• Is the measuring force correctly set ? (see chapter « Selector adjustement »)
• In the event of uncontrolled movement (without using the UP/DOWN button)
of the carriage (REF1 and CMDE), switch the instrument off and on again
The Hi_Cal display electronic has been designed to make its use very easy,
following the concept of «start and go». All the main functions are accessible
by direct use of the corresponding button.
The Setup key enters a menu sequence which enable
access to parameters and extended functions
During the menu sequence:
• UP and DOWN keys select the next or previous
menu
• LEFT and RIGHT keys select settings within
the active menu.
ON |OFF
SET : Zero (long press) |preset recall (short press)
CLEAR : Initialisation of Min | Max during Min | Max measuring mode
Displays and activates the constant entry mode
Exchanges the reference Ref I ↔ Ref II
Changes the active mode SURFACE ↔ DIAMETRE
Selects MIN | MAX | DELTA measurement modes

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Setting and parameter key
Setup Function Settings
sequence
Preset value entry Enter a preset value using
LEFT, RIGHT, UP and DOWN
keys
Keyboard lock. Only SET |
CLEAR, FCT and FOOT pedal
remain active
ON | OFF
Press SETUP for 2 s. to disable
keyboard lock function
Unit changes mm |INCH
Resolution changes 0.001 |0.01
Activates | deactivates automatic
print out of measurement
Auto |Nor
Selects different function for FCT
key
1. Print Data output
2. Zero Preset
3. Preset Rappel du Preset
4. Dia Surface ↔ Dia
5. Min Min ↔ Dia
6. Clear Clear Min | Max
7. Ref Ref1 ↔ Ref2
8. Speed Low ↔ High
9. Diff Measure ↔ Diff
Selects different function for
FOOT Pedal
1. Print Data output
2. Zero Preset
3. Preset Rappel du Preset
4. Dia Surface ↔ Dia
5. Min Min ↔ Dia
6. Clear Clear Min | Max
7. Ref Ref1 ↔ Ref2
8. Speed Low ↔ High
9. Diff Measure ↔ Diff
Activates | deactivates sound ON | OFF
Selects motor speed range LO | HI
Blind mode: display is frozen
until a new value is measured
(probe action)
ON | OFF
Software version. Displays the version

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FCT key
Setup Function Settings
sequence
The FCT key can be programmed with different settings depending on type
of measurements.
The different settings are:
FCT1 data output : sends displayed value to RS232 and USB
FCT2 Zero setting : zero setting
FCT3 preset recall : preset value recall
FCT4 surface ↔ Dia : toggles between surface and diameter mode
FCT5 Surface ↔ Min : toggles between surface and Min | Max mode
FCT6 Clear Min | Max : initializes Min and Max value to probe position
FCT7 Ref 1↔ Ref 2 : toggles ref1, ref2
FCT8 Low ↔ High : toggles between high and low speed ranges
FCT9 measure ↔ Diff : difference between the 2 last measurements
(even if a preset has been entered)
Software date 01.09.10 (jour | mois | année)
CR or CRLF Option to add an LF (Line feed),
function needed depending on
the type of printer used. (see
chapter «Printer connection»)
Printing the diameter or centre in
diameter mode.
Option selection for printing in
diameter mode:
• Dia, centre
• Dia
• Centre

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1. 1ère mesure 2. Action sur FCT 4. Action sur FCT3. 2ème mesure
FCT key used in diameter mode
Measuring using Hi_Cal
Constant setting
In diameter measurement, the FCT key can be used instead of the rear
paddles to drive the probe from the 1st measurement point to the 2nd measu-
rement point. This is most useful for measuring small diameters.
At the end of a diameter measurement, the FCT key will release the probe
from its contact point to be ready for other measurements.
As soon as the probe looses contact with the part, the FCT key recovers its
former setting (for instance: data output).
Use the UP/DOWN button in the back of the instrument to move the motorised
carriage up or down, until the probe is on contact with the rst surface.
Before beginning new measurements, we recommand to control and enter (if
necessary) the probe constant value. The probe constant value must be set
correctly in case of shaft or diameter measurements, this because the Hi_Cal
will take account of the probe constant, i.e. the diameter of the ball probe and
its deection when measuring reversed surfaces.
The master gauge supplied with the Hi_Cal must be used to measure the
probe constant.
Press the CST key and touch one of the ground surfaces of
the cylindrical gauge. Release the probe and touch the opposite
surface. The probe constant value is displayed and memorized until
a new constant value is taken.
Important: The probe constant must be re-entered after change of probe
or after modifying the probe’s position.
The probe constant value may be checked by pressing the CST key. Press the
CST key again to leave the constant setting mode if no changes are necessery.
1. 1st. meas. point 2. Action on FCT key 3. 2nd meas. point 4. Action on FCT key

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Measuring heights
Measuring upward
After entering the value for the constant, inverted faces can be measured by
pressing the UP button. Once the probe is in contact with the inverted surface,
both a green light and an acoustic signal will be activated.
Comment : Once the constant has been recorded normal faces (heights) and
inverted faces can be measured equally well.
Use the UP/DOWN button on the back of the
instrument to move the motorised carriage until
the measurement probe is in contact with the
base surface (surface table). Press the SET key
to have the zero or preset origin set on this
position.
Move the probe using the UP/DOWN button to the
next measurement position.
Make sure to enter the probe constant before any upward measurement.
Use UP & DOWN button on the back to move the
probe UP and DOWN, until the probe is on contact
with the rst surface.
Press SET key to have the zero or preset origin set
on this position.
Move now the probe to the next position to be mea-
sured using the Up & Down button.
Reminder :
• The green light comes ON and an accoustic signal will be heard when the probe-
measurement is ready
• the UP/DOWN button on the back of the instrument controls the movement of
the motorised carriage
• the effect of the UP/DOWN button is stopped as soon as the measurement probe
is in contact with the part to be measured
Reminder :
• The green light comes ON and an accoustic signal will be heard when the probe-
measurement is ready
• the UP/DOWN button on the back of the instrument controls the movement of
the motorised carriage
• the effect of the UP/DOWN button is stopped as soon as the measurement probe
is in contact with the part to be measured
origin

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Measuring diameters and centerlines
Enter or check the probe constant value before proceeding with diameter and
centerline measurements. Press key to enter the diameter mode
This mode permits measurement from a reference but also measurement of
the distance between two centerlines.
Using the the low speed range facility enables fast and easy positioning of the
probe for multiple diameters and axis measurement, specially in case of small
diameters.
How to proceed : 1. Move the probe inside of the bore (or
onto one side of the shaft) using up
& Down button on the back and start
measuring at a point P1 which is well
away from the summit of the curve
2. Move the part or the Hi_Cal
sideways to the probe. The mini-
mum/maximum point is memorized.
3. Move the probe from P1 to P2 using UP/
Down button (or FCT key¹) and move
the part until the display is steady.
Measured diameter and centerline are
displayed simultaneously.
FCT Key¹ Acting FCT key during diameter measuring moves the probe
from P1 to P2 whatever the FCT key has been set for. At the end of the
diameter measurement, the FCT button automatically returns to its predened
function.
To measure from this centerline (as a reference), press the SET key : new
reference is set to the centerline value.
Comment : The procedure is the same for shafts or bores (internal or external
diameters) and starting can be either from top or bottom.

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Groove meas Step meas Thickness meas
5 4 3 2 1
9 8 7 6
RS232 connector
Data transmission format
Other measurements in diameter mode:
The RS232-C port allows connection to a computer or a printer to protocol the
measurement results.
Most Hi_Cal functions can be controlled by RS232 or USB, using the remote
commands instruction set, which may be used as well for the prepositioning
of the probe.
Important : USB and RS232 must not be connected simultaneously.
If both connections are used, the USB connection will deactivate the
RS232 output.
Female 9 pin D-Sub connector (seen from the outside):
• Pin 1 : 9V DC output (only with
adapter connected)
• Pin 2 : RXD (RS232 output of
the Hi_Cal)
• Pin 3 : TXD (RS232 input from
the PC)
• Pin 5 : SG signal ground
Data transmission format:
4800 bds, 7 data bits, even parity, 1 stop bit.

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USB connector
The value is sent in ASCII code :
mm :
Example: ±123.456
Comments: - 10-3 only for 0.001 mm resolution
- there is no space between the sign and the rst numeral
Inches :
Example: ±12.34565
Comments : - 10-3 only for 0.001 mm resolution
- there is no space between the sign and the rst numeral
SIGN 102101100DP 10-1 10-2 10-3 CR
SIGN 101100DP 10-1 10-2 10-3 10-4 10-5 CR
The Hi_Cal can be connected to a personal computer using a mini USB cable.
The USB driver must be installed in the computer (WIN XP, Vista, Win7 and
Win8 compatible).
The USB connection may be set as a RS232 virtual port, thus enabling use of
former RS232 software, or as a real USB interface. USB drivers are provided
on the CD delivered with the Hi_Cal or available on Sylvac website.
Important : USB and RS232 must not be connected simultaneously.
If both connections are used, the USB connection will deactivate the
RS232 output.
Mini USB port Mini USB cable

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Printer connection
Commands
The instrument functions may be controlled externally using the ASCII code
sequence corresponding to the 3 rst letters of the function.
Spaces are removed. The message may be in upper or lower case.
The question mark <?> implies an instrument response.
Important: all commands must be followed by a CR (Carriage Return)
Certain printers need the LF (Line Feed) command at the end of the data
transmission. Activate Line Feed by menu or RS232.
If the values do not print after sending data, press the FCT key for 2s. (Sends
a Form Feed command to the printer, which allows the buffer to be emptied
and the values displayed.)
Command Corresponds to Function
CLEar
EXTernal contact
Send the displayed DIAand CEN value in diameter mode
Reinitialises the maximum / minimum memories
Requests printing of the Centre value
Hold | data output
zero setting
Preset recall
Measurement ↔ Dia
Min ↔ Dia
Clear Min | Max
?
C
CLE
CEN?
E
EXT1
EXT2
EXT3
EXT4
EXT5
EXT6

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Command Correspond to Function
DIAmeter
Ref 1 ↔ Ref 2
Speed low ↔ high
Measurement ↔ Delta
Current function of external contact (1..9)
Diameter mode
Requests printing of the diameter value
EXT7
EXT8
EXT9
EXT?
D
DIA
DIA?
DELta
FCT key setting
IDentication
KEYboard
Sends the difference between the last 2 measurements
maximum - minimum difference mode
Hold | data output
zero setting
Preset recall
Measurement ↔ Dia
Min ↔ Dia
Clear min | max
Ref 1 ↔ Ref 2
Speed low ↔ high
Surface ↔ Delta
Current function of FCT key (1..9)
Reply : SY264
Inch unit setting
Keyboard locked
Keyboard unlocked
DIF?
DEL
F
FCT1
FCT2
FCT3
FCT4
FCT5
FCT6
FCT7
FCT8
FCT9
FCT?
I
ID?
IN (inch)
K
KEY0
KEY1

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Command Correspond to Function
Line Feed
MAXimum
MINimum
Deactivates the LF
Activates the LF
Maximum mode
Minimum mode
L
LF0
LF1
M
MAX
MIN
Millimeter
MODe
NORmal
POSition
PREset
PRInt
REFerence
RESolution
SETting
Mm unit setting
interrogation of the measuring mode :
Reply : NOR, DIA, AXI, MIN, MAX, DEL
Normal mode
Move the probe to the position value transmitted
The carriage stops when the measurement
probe comes into contact with the part
Preset recall
memorises a new preset value
Memorised preset value request
Data request
Reference 1
Reference 2
0.001mm - 0.00005in resolution
0.01mm - 0.0005in resolution
Interrogation of general parameters :
MM/IN RES2/3 REF1/2 KEY0/1 B0/1
B0 = Battery low, B1 = Battery ok
MM
MOD?
N
NOR
P
POS
+xxx.yyy
PRE
PRE
+xxx.yyy
PRE?
PRI
REF1
REF2
R
RES2
RES3
S
SET?

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Changing the probe
The Hi_Cal enables the use of different probes and accessories. To change
the probe, simply unscrew the lever and insert the new probe.
Important :
• Check if the eccentric probe is correctly positioned
• Clamp it rmly
• Make sure to use probes with weight value compatible with the
weight adjustment selector
The probe constant must be checked after any probe change or modication
of the probe position.
The Hi_Cal cursor has been balanced for a standard 2mm ball probe. For
heavier probes such as depth measuring probes, the cursor balance must be
set in the UP position.
Foot pedal input
Command Correspond to Function
UNIt
VERsion
Measuring unit : MM or IN
Mm/inch conversion locked
Mm/inch conversion unlocked
Program version and date
U
UNI?
UNI0
UNI1
V
VER?
A foot pedal may be connected to act as PRINT key.
Other functions may be assigned to this external contact (see «Setting and
parameter key chapter»).

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UP :
balance setting for hea-
vier probes (depth, 90°,
extended measuring
DOWN :
standard probe weight
setting
Adjusting the cursor balance
The weight adjustment selector enables two different setting:
The weight adjustment selector enables with a screwdriver 00 or a pen.
Error messages
Err0
Err1
Err2
Err6
Err7
REF1
CMDE
Sensor measuring error. Press SET, and control the measuring reference
Parity Error (RS232 | USB connexion)
Unkown command (RS232 | USB connexion)
Error during the probe measuring detection sensor procedure. In case of
a problem during Hall initialization, please proceed with following controls:
• Is the probe free to move ?
• Is the measuring force correctly set (see chapter « Selector adjustement ») ?
• If REF1 and CMDE are displayed, UP/Down button may have been
activated during the initialization procedure. Please check that the UP /
DOWN button is free.
Possible action on the Keypad or FCT key during initialization.
Please check that keypad and FCT are free, then restart the Hi_Cal.
UP/Down may have been activated during the initialization procedure.
Please check that the UP/DOWN button is free, and restart the Hi_Cal.