MTS DCPD Measurement System - Manual (Page 22)

Installation
This chapter explains how to set up and install the hardware for the DCPD Measurement System and Test
Controller, configure the FlexTest software for a DCPD Measurement System, and set up a foil specimen
test. For information about controller setup or TestSuite Software operation, refer to the appropriate manual.
Cable Installation Guidelines
The following guidelines assume a single reference specimen and a single active specimen. Please read
through the entire list before making any connections.
• The Channel 1 orange cable is the analog output (feedback) to the controller for the reference specimen.
The Channel 2 orange cable is the analog output (feedback) to the controller for the active specimen.
• The Channel 1 yellow cable carries the resistance value from the reference specimen to the DCPD
unit. The Channel 2 green cable carries the resistance value from the active specimen to the DCPD
unit.
• The Channel 1 yellow cable from the DCPD connector into the preamp, and the yellow cable from the
preamp to the terminal block to the reference specimen, should enter and exit the preamp through
same side connectors. This setup also applies to the Channel 2 green cable. That is, if a cable enters
the right side connector on top, it should exit the right side connector on the bottom.
• The black and red wires from the Channel 1 yellow and Channel 2 green preamp connectors should
attached to the specimens in the same orientation. That is, if the red wire from the yellow cable is
connected above the notch on the reference specimen, then the red wire from the green cable should
be connected above the notch on the active specimen.
Connect the Cables
• Locate a suitable place for the DCPD Measurement System, controller, preamp, and terminal block.
The DCPD Measurement System should be less than 1525 mm (5 feet) from the controller, and the
preamp should be less than 1525 mm (5 feet) from the specimen. The terminal block assembly should
be mounted on the load frame.
• The DCPD Measurement System is intended to be used with a controller that has two available DUC
channels for input. If two channels are not available, install the appropriate hardware. Refer to your
controller manual for instructions on installing hardware.
• Exercise care when connecting the cables.
• Ensure that you are using the correct cables, and that all connections are secure.
• To maintain EMC compliance and help ensure optimal performance, MTS recommends ordering all
system cables from MTS.
• Cables should be installed so that they are protected from conditions that could damage the cable.
• When you are finished, double-check to ensure that all components are connected properly.
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