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• If you are not familiar with all aspects of the equipment operation, have an experienced usernearby to assist you.Write down relevant informationIn

HSM State“High Bit” Digital Input“On Bit” Digital InputHigh HSM PressureHighHighSingle inputThe following table shows the control logic for systems wh

DescriptionUPS Input/OutputThis input changes state when the UPS normally open LowBattery contacts open to indicate that UPS battery power isUPS Low B

10987654321SlotNumberC2EC2CC2AC28C26C24C22C20PPCAddressThe DIP switch settings for address C20 is shown below. Set the rotary DIP switch to completeI/

How to set the Model 494.40 I/O CarrierBoard AddressThe address setting for the I/O Carrier board must match the settings used by the system controlso

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Controller Management ToolTopics:• Controller Options Description...

Controller Options DescriptionSelecting Controller Options on the Controller Management Tool window opens the ControllerOptions window, which allows y

For Aero ST controllersThe Controller Options window displays only the Controller Attributes tab.Note:The Controller Type for FlexTest SE Controllers

DescriptionItemSpecifies the controller’s name. By default, the name will be theserial number of the Model 493.42 System I/O Board (for FlexTestContro

DescriptionItemThis value is read by the CMT application from the switch settingon the Model 493.43 System I/O Board. The displayed value isread-only.

PrefaceBefore You BeginSafety first!Before you use your MTS product or system, read and understand the Safety manual and anyother safety information p

DescriptionItemIndependent: Specifies controllers which are not subordinate tothe Master Controller.Note:If you change the Controller Type you must re

Regional Settings tab (FlexTest SE only)Use the Regional Settings tab to change elements of the controller that pertain to localization. Forinstance,

DescriptionItemSelects the format in which the date stamp is displayed on the messagelog. Select M/D/Y, D/M/Y, or D.M.Y.Date FormatAppearance examples

Passwords tab (FlexTest SE only)Use the Passwords tab to enter passwords for tuning, calibration, and configuration level accessfor the selected contr

FlexTest SE multi Controller ConsiderationsImportant:If you intend to operate the controller in a network, ensure the ID and name of each controllerin

Path: Start > Programs > MTS 793 System Software > ToolsYou can also launch the application by typing ctrmgmttool from the command line.5. In

To avoid running out of flash memory, make sure that the backup directory does not containan excessive number of files.4. If desired, select Backup Us

How to Set Controller Options on FlexTest SE ControllersFrom the controller’s front panel, press Config > Local Settings to change Controller optio

3. Select Controller Options.4. Under the Controller Attributes tab, give the controller a unique name and verify proper controllertype (Master, Depen

Index409 temperature controller 66493.1x Valve Driver 47493.2x DUC mezzanine card 48493.42 System Board 41493.45 6-A/D mezzanine card 50493.46 6-D/A m

Hazard conventionsHazard notices may be embedded in this manual. These notices contain safety information thatis specific to the activity to be perfor

DD/A 50, 53493.46 Six-Output D/A 50493.56 8-channel D/A 53decimal separator 97digital I/O definition 73DUC 48, 49, 57, 59, 60493.2x 48494.21 57494.25/

stand-alone boot modestand-alone w/network boot modestatus bardescriptionsystem options, updating 92Ttemperature controllers 79Temposonics sensors 54d

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HWI-File-Editor OverviewTopics:• About .hwi files...

About .hwi filesHwi files are text files that define the internal components—or resources—available to MTS Series793 Controllers. Resource examples in

Editing existing .hwi files with the Hwi File EditorWhen you open an existing .hwi file with the Hwi File Editor, the Hwi File Editor minimizes thecha

DescriptionNumber callout in graphic - ItemThe backup filename will contain a date and timestamp in the filename. For example:FTIIM_YYYY-MM-DD_HH-MM-S

DescriptionNumber callout in graphic - ItemHelp: Selecting the Electronic Documentation optiondisplays the Hwi File Editor manual in the portabledocum

Revision November 2011© 2011 MTS Systems Corporation. All rights reserved.MTS, FlexTest, RPC, Temposonics, and TestWare are registered trademarks of M

DescriptionNumber callout in graphic - ItemUse the drop-down lists in the Miscellaneous tab to addvarious external devices to the .hwi file. The devic

When using multiple .hwi files with the same controller, make sure that your .hwi filesall have identical hardware resources.Saving Multiple .hwi File

If you click No, the file is saved in the controller directory but the controller.793settings file isnot modified.Note:You can now use the Project Man

Create and Edit an HWI FileTopics:• Create a New File...

Create a New FileCreate New hwi File for Single Box SystemOnly qualified personnel should create or edit .hwi files.WARNING:An incorrect .hwi file can

The Detect Hardware feature will not detect a Model 498.70 board, Model 497 chassis tab, or anyhardware added through the Miscellaneous tab (such as t

2. Click the Board tab, and select the VME board for each board slot used in the system.Manually Add Mezzanine Card to .hwi FileThe Hwi File Editor ap

Bridge Type SettingsModel 494.xx DUCs include settings that define the bridge type (full, half, quarter).Shunt SettingsModel 494.xx DUCs include setti

DescriptionNumber callout in graphic - ItemController chassis3 - ControllerThis setting is available for the HPU transition and systemboards (494.41,

If you manually added the hardware resources to the .hwi file, you must make sure that the addresssetting in the .hwi file matches the physical addres

ContentsTechnical Support...viiHow to Get Technical Support...

The inner loop (like the outer loop), has gain and rate controls that can be adjusted to optimizeperformance. The inner-loop is tuned at system instal

For three-stage servovalves, the mechanical valve balance procedure involves the procedure forthe pilot spool (which is the same as the procedure for

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HWI Hardware SettingsTopics:• About Hwi File Editor Default Settings...

About Hwi File Editor Default SettingsThe Hwi Defaults feature allows you to change the default HWI settings for most VME- andtransition-bus hardware.

2. Change the default HWI Settings in the HWI Defaults tree.You can also use the Import HWI Defaults function to change the default settings based on

• Right-click the I/O Carrier icon and click Apply HWI Defaults. HWI defaults are applied to thehardware resources in the I/O carrier.• Right-click a

In this example, the default values for the 494.16 VD/DUC will be applied to all instances ofthe 494.16 in the Controller tree.Use one of the followin

Import HWI DefaultsPreviously exported Hwi Defaults files can be imported. After HwiDefaults are imported, the HwiEditor application will use those de

FlexTest60/100/200(494.06/.10/.20)FlexTest40(494.04)FlexTestSE(493.02)Aero ST(493.20)FlexTestGT,TeststarIIM(493.10)FlexTestIIM(498.xx)VME BoardXXXMode

About Actuator Movement When the Servovalve is Clamped...15Where to Find Valve Balance Procedures...

Two processor boardsBy default, the core in Processor [1] performs the SUP and optional THP functions, while the corein Processor [2] performs the DSP

Existing Settings: Some existing systems may require the “SUP on 1 and shared DSP/THP on2” OR “Shared SUP/DSP on 1 and THP on 2” settings.Important:If

DescriptionItemSIM = Hybrid Simulation (option)Processor Number: Not applicableInterrupt Level: Not applicableThe hybrid simulation (SIM) function for

DescriptionItem(SIM) function to a processor and define the number of input/outputports.Note:Hybrid Simulation is set up by MTS personnel only. This i

DescriptionItemSlot: Specifies which slot the circuit board occupies in thechassis.Clock Type: Master/Dependent.For Master ClocksSystem Rate: 1024, 20

DescriptionItemMedium System Rate: Must be an integer multiple of the Low SystemRate.The Low System Rate is always set at 25.6. The Medium SystemRate

The Model 493.40 board is compatible with Aero ST, FlexTest GT, FlexTest SE, and TestStar IImcontrollers. The Model 494.40 board is compatible with Fl

DescriptionItemcalibrate the transducer/AC conditioner pair in the new clockmode and run your tests in the same clock mode.System Rate: 512 (single-bo

DescriptionItemChanging this name may invalidate existing stationconfigurations.Name: Describes this resource as it will appear in Station Builderreso

DescriptionItempanel. For the other types, three HSM control buttons will appear(Off/Low/High).If you select Proportional, you configure the proportio

Model 494.16 VD/DUC HWI Settings...55Model 494.21 Multi-Range DUC with Acceleration Co

Model 494.42 Single-Station System Board SettingsThe Model 494.42 board is used with FlexTest 40 controllers.DescriptionItemThe System Board defines d

DescriptionItemType:Off-high–only two HPU control buttons (Off/High) willappear on the Station Manager Station Controls panel.Off-low-high–three HPU c

DescriptionItemfrom 20 mA (minimum) to 700 mA (maximum) whichcorresponds with 50 psi (0.4 MPa) and 3000 psi (21MPa). By default, low pressure is facto

Model 494.44 Two-Station System Board SettingsThe Model 494.44 board is used with FlexTest 40 controllers.DescriptionItemThe System Board defines digi

DescriptionItemOff/high: two HPU control buttons (Off/High) will appear on the StationManager Station Controls panel.First On:False: Setting First On

DescriptionItemTime to low pressure from zero pressure = (Low Percent value) x(HSM Rate value).Time to achieve high pressure from low pressure = (High

DescriptionItemThe System Rate must be an integer multiple of the Medium SystemRate.Medium System Rate: Must be an integer multiple of the Low SystemR

DescriptionItem(Should this be read only?)Type: Solenoid, On/Off Solenoid,Proportional, Remote.If you select Proportional, you configure the proportio

Model 498.65 ADDA Board SettingsThis card is compatible with FlexTest IIm controllers.DescriptionItemWhen the optional Model 498.65 ADDA board is bein

DescriptionItemChanging this name may invalidate existing station configurations.Connector: Not applicable.Model 498.71 GRES II Board SettingsThis car

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Mezzanine Card CompatibilityThe following table lists the different mezzanine cards and the type of carrier board where theycan be used.493.50ADDA IIB

Model 493.40 I/O Carrier Mezzanine CardsThe Model 493.40 board is compatible with FlexTest GT, Aero ST, and TestStar IIm controllers.Model 493.1x Valv

DescriptionItemZero—Clamps the servovalve to zero—if valve balance is used, it willclamp to this value.Positive—Clamps the servovalve to positive 50%

How to Add Accelerometer Compensation to a Model493.21B/493.25 DUCThis procedure only applies to Model 493.21B and 493.25 DUCs.1. Add a 493.48 Acceler

a) Click the Serial LoadWasher icon.b) From the Serial Port drop-down list, select the serial port where the loadwasher is connected.c) Verify the sca

DescriptionItemExcludes inputs to the selected channel.No ChannelFor special applications, the Model 493.79 Multiple Universal Driver(MUD) board can p

DescriptionItemChanging this name may invalidate existing station configurations.Connector: Identifies the I/O Carrier rear panel connector that isava

DescriptionItemand limit detector signals. Each D/A mezzanine card definition isfollowed by eight signal definitions.Filter: On/Off.Properties tabThe

Model 493.59x Encoder Card SettingsEncoder mezzanine cards use the following designators for each type of encoder: 1 for absoluteencoders, 3 for incre

High Speed Data Acquisition SettingsEach Series 494 DUC has a High Speed Data hwi setting that is used to enable high-speed dataacquisition.Note:High-

Technical SupportHow to Get Technical SupportStart with your manualsThe manuals supplied by MTS provide most of the information you need to use and ma

DescriptionItem494.16 Analog Input iconNote:The Analog Input icon only appears if the 494.16 VD/DUC isconfigured as a two-stage valve driver.Name: Des

DescriptionItemCAUTION:Your controller’s hardware interface file (.hwi) includesoptions to clamp the servovalve when a hydraulicinterlock occurs (thes

DescriptionItemTrue=enables high-speed data acquisition. The high-speed rateis determined by the system rate and a number of other factors.False (defa

How to Add a DI/O Load Washer to a Model 494.21 Card1. Add a 494.21 card resource to the .hwi file.2. Right-click the DUC icon and select Add DIO Load

d) If you want to assign custom names to each range, use the Hwi FIle Editor application tochange the range names to match the range names that you wi

Model 494.45 8-Input A/D Converter HWI SettingsDescriptionItemDescribes the eight-channel analog-to-digital converter mezzaninecard.494.45 8-Input A/D

DescriptionItemSpecifies that this output is used to drive one of the valve drivers onthe Model 49x.79 8-Channel Valve Driver transition board.49x.79

DescriptionItemEncoder PropertiesNote:The following settings only appear if Encoder was selectedfrom the Type menu.Application Attribute: Not applicab

DescriptionItemModeEncoder iconSelections include Rotary or Linear.Turns Counting (rotary encoders only): (only available for SSI(Temposonics R) and G

DescriptionItemInput Filter Settings:Filter Type: Used to select the type of digital filter used to filter theinput signal. Filter selections include:

Before You Contact MTSMTS can help you more efficiently if you have the following information available when you contactus for support.Know your site

DescriptionItemUART Serial Comm iconNote:Only appears when UART is selected as the device type.Connector: the connector that joins the resource to the

Encoder SettingsApplicationType = UnsignedType = SignedN/APhysical Zero Position at MidStroke (device dependent)N/AVelocity from Device(Temposonics R

Encoder SettingsEncoder Signal RangeApplicationPositionFilterTurnsCountingTypePower-up Signal rangeOperating Signal rangeYesTrueSignedPosition-Limited

DescriptionItemResolution (bits): this setting must match the number of bits inthe encoder’s data stream.Baud Rate: specifies the communications clock

DescriptionItemFilter Type: Used to select the type of digital filter used to filterthe input signal. Filter selections include: Disabled, Bessel,Butt

Model 498.65A-10 Eight-Channel CardSettingsDescriptionItemThe Model 498.65A-10 8-A/D mezzanine card, available forinstallation on ADDA boards, provide

DescriptionItemAddress: Describes the proximity of the mezzanine card within thecircuit board. This value is generated during initialization, and shou

Transition Board SettingsTransition boards are used in FlexTest GT, TestStar IIm, Aero ST, and FlexTest 60/100/200controllers.Model 493.72 Digital I/O

DescriptionItemOff-low-high–three HPU control buttons (Off/Low/High) will appearon the Station Manager Station Controls panel.First On: True: Indicate

DescriptionItemLow Percent: 25. HSM low pressure setting as a percentageof full-scale.Hydraulic Interface icon(continued)High Percent: 100. HSM high p

Know relevant software informationFor software application problems, have the following information available:• The software application’s name, versi

Unexpected actuator movement can result in injury to personnel or damage to theequipment.Enable the gate interlock option for systems that include a S

DescriptionItemAssign to Interlock: Select a interlock chain (1–8) for the HSMinterlocks.Typically, the interlock chain assignment that you make in th

Miscellaneous Device SettingsUse the drop-down lists in the Miscellaneous tab to add various external devices to the .hwi file.The devices listed here

DescriptionItemIf a GRESIII board is used, you must set the baud rate for the serialport to 9600.Channels: Specifies the number of temperature control

Temperature Controller SettingsDescriptionItemThis indicates a Eurotherm Series 2200 or Series 2400 temperaturecontroller is connected to the controll

Remote Station Control (RSC) SettingsThe RSC can not be used with Series 494 hardware.Note:The FlexTest SE and FlexTest 40/60/100/200 Controllers do n

Model 494.05 Handset SettingsDescriptionItemThe Model 494.05 Handset is primarily used for specimen installationand the starting and stopping of tests

CAN Bus InterfaceNote:CAN Bus interface support is not available for MTS FlexTest SE Controllers.CAN Bus Interface RequirementsA controller area netwo

DescriptionItemThis icon represents a Modbus device connected to thecontroller through an Ethernet switch.Modbus icon(s)Type: This field is set to Gen

How to Configure a Read-Only HSMRead-only HSMs require digital input resources that monitor digital HSM pressure signals. TheHWI Editor application as