Chapter 2. The Validator AVS Hardware
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Chapter 2. The Validator AVS Hardware
2.1 Introduction
The Kaye Validator AVS comes equipped with a universal power supply, a power cord
for 115 VAC (or 230 VAC as necessary), over 4 GB of internal memory, and a USB
flash drive interface. This chapter describes the Validator hardware and provides
instructions for connecting the system. Included are sections describing:
• The back of the Validator AVS instrument has connection ports for all system
devices and a USB flash drive interface on the left side.
• Internal memory
• Backup battery
• Sensor Input Modules (SIMs), which are used to connect sensors to the Validator
AVS
• The Kaye temperature reference, which provides the stable temperature required for
sensor calibration
• The Kaye IRTD, a self-contained temperature standard
• Connecting the system
• Setting the Validator AVS time and date
• Viewing calibration information
• Preventive maintenance
• Transporting and shipping