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General| Brand | Vishay |
|---|---|
| Model | P3 |
| Category | Measuring Instruments |
| Language | English |
Overview of the Model P3's portability, battery power, and use with strain gages and transducers.
Lists the key features of the Model P3, including input channels, display, data storage, and connectivity.
Details input connector types, wire size, and supported bridge configurations (quarter, half, full).
Defines the instrument's measurement range, resolution, and accuracy specifications.
Specifies the analog output value, ranges, update rate, load, and connector type.
Details the power sources for the Model P3, including battery, AC adapter, and USB, with battery life.
Describes the USB interface as the communication channel between the P3 and a host PC.
Explains how to power up the Model P3, its power sources, and the indicator for external power.
Details how to connect strain gages and transducers to the P3 via the input terminals.
Introduces the two operational modes of the Model P3: Run Mode and Command Mode.
Explains how to toggle the shunt calibration switch in Run Mode and its effect on simulated strain.
Details how to initiate the auto balance sequence for active channels in Run Mode.
Explains how to activate or deactivate channels in the Select Channels menu.
Describes how to select the bridge type for a channel and its impact on scaling and linearization.
Explains how to scale the input signal to engineering units using the Gage Factor/Scaling Menu.
Adjusts channel sensitivity using a calibration signal and shunt calibration switch.
Allows recalibration of the Model P3 using a specific calibrator or equivalent device.
Chooses which channels will be displayed and optionally recorded in the software.
Selects the bridge configuration and scaling for each channel in the software.
Allows selection of scaling and labels for the P3 and the software interface.
Chooses desired recording options: No recording, Manual, or Time-based.
Changes balance mode per channel and adjusts balance manually or automatically.
Sets channel sensitivity and enables shunt calibration using sliders and arrows.
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