Advanced Control Technologies SCOPE-TEST2 (PCC OSCILLOSCOPE ADAPTOR TOOLDUAL LEAD) - Manual

ADVANCED CONTROL TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
Indianapolis, Indiana 46278 (800) 886-2281
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Scope-Test2
P/D 081399
CAUTION! The “Scope-Test2” is a simple piece of test equipment for use by PCC (and X-10)
technicians as an aid in troubleshooting. The user assumes all responsibility for its safe use.
PURPOSE: The function of this device is to reduce the high voltage from an electrical
source (up to 277 volts AC) to approximately one twentieth its original voltage while also
allowing Powerline Control pulses to pass through to be viewed on a standard oscillo-
scope display.
OPERATION: Simply connect the BNC connectors to the inputs of a dual-trace
oscilloscope and adjust the oscilloscope’s controls according to its instruction manual.
Insert the male three prong plug into the electrical outlet from which the PCC signals are
to be tested. The 120kHz pulses generated by standard PCC transmitters and repeaters
will be displayed on the oscilloscope’s display. When properly adjusted, the 60Hz sine
wave will “trigger” the display and cause the 120kHz pulses to be simultaneously
displayed and will show how it is synchronized to that power distribution system. For
more information, please consult the ACT PCC Reference Manual, pages 73 through 75
(these pages are attached).
When used with a user-supplied, properly polarized, spring clip adaptor, the tester can be
used to check for the presence, amplitude and condition of PCC signal on Signal Carrying
Conductor (SCC) lines and on breaker panels. Caution is urged when using this device
on any breaker panel!
The “Scope-Test2” is not intended for resale and is meant only for ESC use. This unit is
not covered by ACT’s usual 2 year warranty.
SCOPE-TEST2
Dual Channel PCC Oscilloscope Test Adapter