G. quick reference bar graph, Model 532 operating instructions, Figure 1 – Practical Instrument Electronics 532 User Manual
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Model 532 Operating Instructions
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532-9002 Rev C 7/13/11
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Stepping and auto step/ramp limits are defined by the EZ-Checkä HI and LO settings. The step direction
changes when a limit is reached.
Figure 1 shows how the Step/Ramp Parameters are used to configure automatic stepping/ramping.
Figure 1
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4
8
12
16
20
24
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2
3
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5
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7
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9
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15
time
mA
Note: The Model 532’s ability to detect overload/undervoltage conditions may be limited by the rate of
change in the output when using automatic stepping/ramping. Turn auto step/ramp off while connecting
or disconnecting the Model 532.
G. Quick Reference Bar Graph
The Quick Reference Bar Graph indicates the input and output level on the Model 532 in % of 4-20 mA
with 1% resolution.
ramp
time
soak time
step size = (EZ-Step HI – EZ-Step LO)
¸ # of steps
step time = ramp time
¸ # of steps