Cooper Instruments & Systems ACX-1 Aircraft Cable Tension Meter - Manual (Page 6)

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5.1 STANDARD INSTRUMENTS
MODEL RANGE RESOLUTION STANDARD CABLE SELECTIONS
ACX-250 20-250 LBS 0.5 LB 1/16", 3/32", 1/8", 5/32"
ACX-500 40-500 LBS 1.0 LB 3/32" 1/8", 5/32"
ACX-CWT 20-250 LBS 0.5 LB CWT-5, CWT-10, CWT-15, CWT-20, CWT-25
ACX-CMB 20-250 LBS 0.5 LB 1/16", 3/32", 1/8", 5/32", CWT-5 thru CWT-25
6.0 AVAILABLE OPTIONS FOR ALL INSTRUMENTS:
Note: Add option designator to the end of the part number. (For example, a Model ACX-250-E denotes a standard,
ACX-250 with the optional RS-232, serial output function installed).
• -A Analog Output option.
0-5 VDC or 4-20 mA with Software-definable ending sequences. Provided with
10’ sequences. Provided with 10’ cable. Data outputted at 40 Hz.
• -E RS-233 Serial Output option.
Provided with 10’ cable to Interface with your receiving device. Select data
sampling rate from 1, 2 or 5 Hz.
Input Real-Time Serial Data into any Windows® application using the optional
software WinWedge Pro® for Windows, or configure your Window’s® operating
system to capture the data via Hyper Terminal®.
7.0 SPECIFICATIONS
• Approximate weight is 1-1/2 lbs (Weight varies depending upon instrument configuration).
• Re-chargeable NIMH battery with power supply provided. Approximately 6 hours of operation per battery charge
depending upon backlighting intensity.
• Power Supply operates with input voltages from 100 – 240V and includes several, interchangeable “blades”
allowing use with European, US, Australian, and other plug configurations.
• Automatic shutoff after 10 minutes of non-use.
• Instruments may be operated continuously while connected to power supply.
• Durable, lightweight carrying case with protective foam inserts.
• CE Certification complying with heavy, industrial immunity standards.
8.0 SETUP
CHECKING ACCURACY. If you want to verify the accuracy of your instrument, simulate a tension load on your
cable by suspending known weights to a sample length of the same type of cable. When you engage the meter this
weight value should display. Thus when a 100 lb weight is freely suspended from the cable, the tension will be 100
lbs, and your instrument should indicate 100 lbs.
8.1 Custom Calibrations for the ACX-Series of Digital Tension Meters
Warning: The Custom Calibration feature is password protected. In order to perform a Custom Calibration a
series of key inputs are required. If you enter the password sequence and the press Enter while an existing
calibration in the menu is selected/highlighted, it will void that current calibration selection.
8.2 Performing a 5-Point, Multilinerization Calibration
Step 1: From the Main Display press ↑ or ↓ arrows until you reach Setup. Press ENTER. Press the ↓ arrow button
until you reach Cal Tension. Press ENTER. The screen will display: Setup, Calibrate Tension, Enter Password.