VTI Instruments EX1629 User Manual

EX1629
48-CHANNEL STRAIN GAGE
INSTRUMENT
USER’S MANUAL
P/N: 82-0109-000
Released February 17
th
, 2012
VTI Instruments Corp.
2031 Main Street
Irvine, CA 92614-6509
(949) 955-1894

VTI Instruments EX1629 Specifications

General

Category	Measuring Instruments
Resolution	24-bit
Input Range	±10 V
Input Type	Differential
Voltage Range	±10 V
Excitation	Voltage
Interface	Ethernet
Operating Temperature	0°C to 50°C
Storage Temperature	-40°C to 70°C
Power Supply	100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz

Summary

Section 1 Introduction

EX1629 Specifications

Lists the technical specifications of the EX1629 instrument.

Maximizing Measurement Performance

Offers tips to maximize EX1629 measurement performance and avoid pitfalls.

Section 2 Preparation for Use

Software and Network Setup

Guides through software installation, LInC-U, and network configuration.

Network Troubleshooting

Provides steps to resolve common network discovery issues.

Section 3 Basic Operation

Excitation and Unstrained Measurements

Details excitation source configuration and unstrained voltage measurement.

Calibration and Triggering

Covers shunt calibration, self-calibration, triggering, and data formats.

Section 4 Triggering

Overview

Explains the EX1629's full-function trigger model.

Synchronizing Multiple Instruments

Explains how to configure multiple instruments for synchronized acquisition.

Section 5 Web Page Operation

Network and Time Configuration

Guides on configuring network settings, IP addresses, and time.

Firmware Upgrade

Guides on performing firmware upgrades for the EX1629.

Section 6 Programming

Configuring Acquisition Channels

Trigger and Clock Configuration

Data Retrieval

Section 7 Function Calls

Alphabetical Function Set