Pharma Test Apparatebau AG
Operating Manual
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Section 2 Instrument Overview
Check the indicated mains voltage at the instruments type plate, it should be
the same as within your laboratory. If not, you are not allowed to use the
instrument or connect it to the local mains supply.
PT-Node is used to collect serial data from Pharma Test instruments and stores
on a SD card inside of PT-Node. The data can be accessed through an FTP server
via ethernet (TCP/IP) or via a HTTP server through a web interface. This way the
supported Pharma Test instruments can be connected to a network with minimal
effort.
Figure 2 PT-Node Schematic
Section 2.1 Power Supply
PT-Node must be used with the supplied 12V/DC power supply. The supply voltage must be
between 9 and 12VDC. The current is at least 2A. The (+) connection is in the middle (pin). The
ground connection GND is on the outside of the plug-in system. The power supply must be
connected to the port on the rear side of the instrument.
Section 2.2 Serial Connections Channel 1 and 2
PT-Node allows the simultaneous connection of two Pharma Test instruments via serial
connection. The instruments must be connected to either Channel 1 or Channel 2 by the
corresponding instrument serial data cable.
Section 2.3 Ethernet Connection
PT-Node is to be connected to a network using the ethernet port on the rear side of the
instrument.