MTS Criterion Series 60 - Manual (Page 46)

Description Control / Screen / LED Number
Returns the upper crosshead and table to the original position
(zero point). Actuator Return 8
Starts the test action. Testing software must be active. Start 9
Moves the upper crosshead and table in the downward
direction while depressed. The handset must be enabled. Actuator Down 10
Moves the upper crosshead and table in the upward direction
while depressed. The handset must be enabled. Actuator Up 11
When illuminated, indicates an active fault or interlock. Fault 12
Used to enable/disable the handset and the LUC module.
When the indicator is illuminated, the handset is enabled to Handset Enable 13
control movement of the upper crosshead and table, and the
LUC module is enabled to control movement of the lower
crosshead and grips.
Displays four lines, 20 characters per line. Display 14
Software Overview
Introduction
MTS testing software has various method templates available. The method templates in the General
Testing Package provide a starting point in configuring test methods that conform to your testing needs.
The General Testing Package is separated into three specific testing categories:
• MTS Tension
• MTS Compression
• MTS Flexure
Additional features can be purchased to meet your company’s specific needs. Some of these features
might already be part of the system you ordered, or they can be added to your system as your requirements
change.
Common Windows
When running tests, you can expect to perform many of the activities shown in the list below. This section
introduces you to the software screens associated with those activities.
Prerequisite Activities
• Clearing interlocks
Setup Activities
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System Introduction