Cooper Instruments & Systems Model 5i Advanced Force/Torque Indicator - Manual (Page 19)

Model 5i Digital Force / Torque Indicator User’s Guide
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9.3 Automatic Output
The indicator has the ability to output data continuously and automatically via RS-232 or USB. To enable
automatic output, select Auto Output from the Serial/USB Settings sub-menu. The screen appears as
follows:
Select Enabled to activate automatic output. The number of outputs per second can be set to 1, 2, 5, 10,
25, 50, 125, or 250. The capabilities of the receiving device should be considered when selecting the data
output rate.
After the settings have been saved, revert to the home screen. An icon will appear in the lower left corner
of the display, as follows:
This indicates that automatic data output has been armed. Automatic
output of data may be initiated by pressing DATA or by sending the appropriate ASCII command from an
external device (see Command Set sub-section for details). The icon will become animated, signaling
that automatic output is occurring. Press DATA again to end the data transmission.
9.4 Mitutoyo BCD settings
This output is useful for connection to data collectors, printers, multiplexers, or any other device capable
of accepting Mitutoyo BCD data. Individual data points may be transmitted by pressing DATA or by
requesting it from the Mitutoyo communication device (if available). To enable Mitutoyo output, select the
desired format – either with polarity or without polarity. The screen appears as follows:
9.5 Analog Output
This output can be used for chart recorders, oscilloscopes, data acquisition systems, or any other
compatible devices with analog inputs. The output produces ±1 volt at full scale of the sensor. The
polarity of the signal is positive for compression/clockwise and negative for tension/counter-clockwise.
9.6 DATA Key Functions
The DATA key can be configured to perform several functions. To configure the DATA key, select DATA
Key from the menu. The display will appear as follows:
Three options are available:
MITUTOYO BCD
* Disabled
Ena w/o Polarity
Ena w/Polarity
DATA KEY
* RS232/USB Output
Mitutoyo Output
Memory Storage
AUTO OUTPUT
* Disabled
Enabled
Outputs per Sec.
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