MTS Acumen - Manual (Page 70)

About This Chapter
This chapter, as well as the information in the Safety chapter, contains information you should know before
you attempt to run tests with your MTS Acumen system. This information applies to the typical system
used throughout this manual and the test used in the Running the Example Spring Test chapter.
For information that applies to other tests or system configurations, see:
• The Best Practices for Other System Configurations and Tests chapter in this manual
• Individual component product manuals included in the System Documentation found under the Start
Menu on the user interface PC
Using the E-Stop Control
If something unusual occurs that requires immediate action, use the Emergency Stop (E-Stop) control
to:
• Stop whatever setup operation or test you have in progress, and
• Remove power from the motor that drives the actuator.
While using your system, always keep in mind where the Emergency-Stop control is and what it does. The
Emergency-Stop control is located on the frame-mounted control. It is a large red button on a yellow striped
background. The Emergency Stop switch stays activated until you twist the knob as indicated by the arrows.
Understanding Your MTS Software
Your MTS system includes two software packages:
• MTS FlexTest controller software
• MTS TestSuite test software
MTS FlexTest (Series 793) Software and the Station Manager Application
MTS FlexTest (also referred to as Series 793) software is the operating system that runs underneath MTS
TestSuite. While MTS TestSuite software is your primary user interface, you should be aware that MTS
FlexTest software also has a user interface. MTS FlexTest software includes several applications. You
can access Project Manager, Station Builder, Station Manager, Hwi Editor, and so on, from the Start >
All Programs > MTS 793 Software directory, or by clicking desktop icons.
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Key Concepts