MTS Landmark System - Manual (Page 33)

Description Control Item
Controls actuator velocity. There are two positions: Actuator velocity limiting
switch 7
• One for reduced fluid flow to the actuator resulting in slow speed
of the actuator rod for specimen installation.
• One for full fluid flow resulting in normal, high-speed testing
operation.
Software Overview
Running a test on an MTS Landmark load frame system typically requires the use of the following two
MTS software programs:
MTS FlexTest (Series 793) Controller Software
Operators primarily use MTS FlexTest controller software to set up the station for testing. While there are
a number of applications that are part of MTS FlexTest software, this manual focuses on using the Station
Manager application to set limits, display sensor data, and move the actuator for specimen installation.
MTS Multipurpose (MP) Express Application
The MTS Multipurpose Express application is a light version of the MTS Multipurpose Elite application and
is designed specifically for test operators. Operators primarily use MTS TestSuite MP Express to run tests
and generate reports.
MTS FlexTest (Series 793) Controller Software - Station Manager
Application
Purpose
The Station Manager application is primarily used to set up your station for a test. The major tasks necessary
to prepare the station for the Example HCF Test include:
• Opening a Station
• Using the Main Window to Open Other Windows
• Setting Limits
• Setting Up Meters
• Setting Up a Scope
• Applying Power to the Station
• Moving the Actuator (for specimen installation)
• Using the Function Generator
• Setting Tuning Parameters
The Station Manager application windows associated with each task are shown below.
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