DH Instruments ADCS-601 - Setting up Test Definitions

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ADCS-601™ OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL

4.4.1.2 SETTING UP TEST DEFINITIONS

ADCS Tools uses the engine of COMPASS for Pressure

calibration software

to manage automated testing using ADCS-601. The Test Editor is a

COMPASS for Pressure feature. See the COMPASS for Pressure User’s

Manual for complete information on Test Editor. The COMPASS for

Pressure manual is an on-line manual available by pressing the [?] button,

when available, in COMPASS features. It can also be accessed on the

ADCS-601 system controller in the COMPASS for Pressure program group

reached using the Windows START button , Programs.

Test Definitions are used to define a specific test procedure including the

sequence of test points and a large number of operational details. DUT(s) to be

tested and a Test Definition are selected during the initialization of ADCS Tools,

[Run Test Definition] mode. A pointer to a default Test Definition for a DUT is

included in the DUT Definition, [Calibration] tab.

Create, edit and remove Test Definitions using the Test Editor. Access this

feature using the ADCS Tools [Setup], [Test] or the Main Toolbar, [Edit Test]

button. When the Test Editor is opened, the last accessed Test Definition is

displayed. While in the Editor, use the Editor Toolbar options to create, edit,

view and delete tests.

Sample tests are already included in the Test Definition database as examples.

The Test Editor uses the same editing concepts as the DUT Editor. Only one

Test Definition can be edited at a time. The test scroll bar and the Test Selector

are available to make new test selections. A flashing indicator displays when a

Test Definition is modified or a new definition is created.

Familiarity with test execution sequence is necessary for proper setup of a

Test Definition. Review Section 4.4.2.1 before setting up a Test Definition.

Tests can be edited whenever ADCS Tools is not in an active run mode. Select

[Setup], [Test] to display the Test Editor. Simply changing information in the

Test Editor places the Editor in the edit mode. No specific option needs be

selected to begin editing a Test Definition. Use the [Save] button to store the

edits or press the [Restore] button to return the test to its original state.

Different types of Test Definitions are supported. The choices are:

• Simple Test – Basic test that defines a list of pressure points only. No

macro or changes in reference device during the test are permitted.

• Advanced Test – Can include temperature points. In addition Test Macros

can be used to test a device.

When setting up Test Definitions in ADCS Tools the pressure <Read> and

<Set> device is always <ADCS601> and cannot be changed.