User`s manual

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Preface
PURPOSE OF THIS MANUAL
This manual contains all the information required for the installation and general use of the Model
DSP6001 Dynamometer Controller. To ensure proper use of the instrument, please read this manual
thoroughly before operating it. Keep the manual in a safe place for quick reference whenever a
question arises.
WHO SHOULD USE THIS MANUAL
This manual is intended for bench test operators who are going to use the Model DSP6001
Dynamometer Controller in conjunction with any Magtrol Hysteresis, Eddy-Current or Powder
Brake Dynamometer, Magtrol In-Line Torque Transducer or auxiliary instrumentation.
MANUAL ORGANIZATION
This section gives an overview of the structure of the manual and the information contained within it.
Some information has been deliberately repeated in different sections of the document to minimize
cross-referencing and to facilitate understanding through reiteration.
The structure of the manual is as follows:
Chapter 1: INTRODUCTION - Contains the technical data sheet for the DSP6001 Dynamometer
Controller, which describes the unit and provides its technical characteristics.
Chapter 2: CONTROLS - Description of the elements located on the front and rear panels of
the unit.
Chapter 3: INSTALLATION/CONFIGURATION - Provides setup options available with the
DSP6001 Dynamometer Controller. Illustrates and outlines the hardware connection
setup and software configurations for each option.
Chapter 4: DIGITAL FILTERS - Contains theory and setup information pertaining to Digital
Filters.
Chapter 5: PID SETTINGS - Describes the Proportional Integral Derivative (PID) Loop and
provides information on theory, setup and use.
Chapter 6: ALARM SYSTEM - Describes the new built-in alarm feature providing the user
with information on how each different alarm operates along with instructions for
setup and use.
Chapter 7: MANUALLY CONTROLLED OPERATION - How to run a test when the DSP6001
is used as a stand-alone unit. Includes information on setting power and torque
units, torque and speed control and open loop control.
Chapter 8: COMPUTER CONTROLLED OPERATION - How to run a test when the DSP6001
is used with a PC. Includes information on GPIB Interface, RS-232 Interface, data
format, programming and command set.
Chapter 9: CALIBRATION - Provides recommended calibration schedules along with step-
by-step instructions for the calibration procedure.