MTS Multipurpose Elite Test - Manual (Page 82)

Digital IO Meter uses the corresponding “Turn on light” and “Turn off light” actions you created in Creating
Controller Resource Actions that Map to the Profile on page 76.
The keywords are placed in the profile so that the Digital IO Indicator lights only while the square wave portion
of the custom waveform plays out. Using this concept, you can cause the Digital IO Indicator to light during
the test as desired.
1. Click the Test-Run Display tab.
2. In the Toolbox panel, note the various monitor displays available. From the Interactive list, select the
Digital IO.
3. Drag the Digital IO icon to the work area, and position it as desired.
Note:
You can also double-click the Digital IO icon to place it on the Procedure work area.
4. Observe the error icon on the Digital IO Indicator in the Properties panel and in the Error list. This directs
you to select a resource for the Digital IO Indicator.
Note:
Except for the values listed in the next step, use the default selections.
5. Enter the following as necessary:
Digital IO Indicator Properties
Value Property
Digital Output 1 Signal
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For More Information
Creating Controller Resource Actions that Map to the Profile on page 76
6.2.10.0 Start the Test Procedure and Observe the Response
This task starts the test and shows test information on the monitor displays. The purpose of this task is to
observe command, counter, and action elements of the profile as it plays out.
1. Ensure that the station has power by turning on the HPU first. If an Interlock indicator is lit on the Power
panel, click Reset. Next, click the Low then High buttons for the HSM.
2. Click the New Test Run icon in the tool bar.
3. Observe the Specimen Selection window. This window pertains to the physical characteristics of your test
sample. Since this is a new test and no specimens used in prior test runs are available, select a new
specimen by clicking the Add New button.
4. Observe the new specimen selection with the following properties.
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6.0 Creating Advanced Tests