User manual

AmeTrim Adjustment Software

for Jofra Temperature Calibrators
 User Manual
Ametrim Adjustment Software
for JOFRA Temperature Calibrators
 Copyright 2012 AMETEK Denmark A/S
LIST OF CONTENTS Page

1. INTRODUCTION .............................................................................. 4

2. GENERAL INFORMATION .............................................................. 5

2.1 JOFRACAL instruments used with Ametrim ........................... 5
2.2 PCs, minimum hardware requirements: .................................. 6
2.3 PCs, minimum software requirements: ................................... 6
2.4 Installing and running Ametrim ................................................ 6
2.5 Setup Printer ........................................................................... 7

3. STARTING THE AMETRIM SOFTWARE. ....................................... 8

3.1 Starting the AmeTrim Software ............................................... 8
3.2 Connecting the PC and the Calibrator ..................................... 8
3.3 Ametrim - Main menu. ............................................................. 9
3.4 Run Program. .......................................................................... 9
3.5 TCPIP Ethernet communication (RTC only) .......................... 10

4. AMETRIM – RTC/PTC/ATC MAIN MENU. .................................... 11

4.1 Temperature Adjustment ....................................................... 13
4.2 Input adjustment (ATC B, RTC/PTC B &C series). ............... 17
4.3 Axial uniformity adjustment. (RTC/PTC series). .................... 23
4.4 Factory defaults ( RTC/PTC ) ................................................ 29
4.5 Update calibration dates ........................................................ 30

5. USING DTI WITH THE AMETRIM ................................................. 31

5.1 Connecting the PC and the DTI ............................................ 31
5.2 Ametrim - DTI main menu. .................................................... 31
5.3 RTD input adjustment ............................................................ 35
5.4 Analog output adjustment...................................................... 37

6. USING ASM WITH THE AMETRIM ............................................... 40

6.1 Connecting the PC and the ASM-80x ................................... 40
6.2 Run calibration/adjustment .................................................... 42

7. USING ATC WITH THE AMETRIM ................................................ 49

7.1 Connecting the PC and the ATC ........................................... 49
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 7.2 Adjusting and calibrating the instrument ............................... 51
7.3 Temperature Adjustment ....................................................... 52
7.4 Input Adjustment (B versions only) ........................................ 58
7.5 Reference Sensor ................................................................. 64
7.6 Managing DTI sensor coefficients ......................................... 66

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1. Introduction
This manual contains operating instructions for:

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JOFRA WINDOWS ADJUSTMENT PROGRAM

AMETRIM

The program was developed by:

AMETEK Denmark A/S

Gydevang 32-34
DK-3450 Allerød
Denmark

Tel.: +45 48 16 80 00
Fax: +45 48 16 80 80

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2. General information
You are advised to return the JOFRA instruments to AMETEK
Denmark A/S or an accredited laboratory at least once a year for
calibration.

Alternatively you can the AmeTrim software to Adjust and Calibration

the below listed JOFRA instruments.

The software comes on a USB memory stick with update downloads

available from the AMETEK home page.

Knowledge of the JOFRA equipment and system to be tested is

essential in order to obtain the maximum benefit from this program.
Knowledge of Windows® programs in general is an advantage.
 Warranty
Use of the product remains the full responsibility of the user,
and AMETEK Denmark A/S offers no warranty and is under
no obligation in relation to this product. In addition, AMETEK
Denmark A/S cannot be held responsible for any damage,
which may occur in connection with the use of this product,
including loss of earnings, loss of profit, loss of data or
recovery of lost data, loss of goodwill and other similar
incidental or consequential damage or loss.

 Technical assistance
Please contact the distributor, if you require technical
assistance.

2.1 JOFRACAL instruments used with Ametrim

 RTC series
 PTC series
 ATC series
 DTI 100/1000
 ASM-80x B

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2.2 PCs, minimum hardware requirements:

 Intel® Pentium® lI 1.4 GHz processor.

 128MB RAM (256MB recommended)
 512MB free disk space on hard disk (1GB recommended) prior to
installation
 Standard VGA (800x600, 256 colours). 1024x768 recommended.
 USB port.
 One or more free RS-232 serial and USB ports, if using devices
requiring RS-232 communication.

2.3 PCs, minimum software requirements:

 Microsoft Windows® XP (32bit), Vista (32bit), Window 7(32bit&

64bit).
 System fonts: MS Sans Serif and Arial

2.4 Installing and running Ametrim

Ametrim can be run direct from the USB for the ATC, DTI and ASM
instruments however the software requires JOFRACAL software
supplied on the same USB memory stick, to be installed before
Ametrim can be used together with RTC or PTC calibrators.

 RTC/PTC instrument requirements.

To run Ametrim on the RTC/PTC calibrators the software requires
Microsoft .NET FRAMEWORK 3.5 SP1 and the RTC USB driver to
be installed if not already found on the PC.

The JOFRACAL program is supplied on a USB stick and comes

complete with its own installation program and automatically installs
these programs.

If you want to install the program manually, the USB also contains
a SETUP.EXE file in the Jofracal folder.

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2.5 Setup Printer

This option provides a standard Windows procedure which enables

you to edit the settings for the current printer or change to another
printer.

If you are unsure how to use these settings, refer to your Windows
Help.

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3. Starting the Ametrim software.

3.1 Starting the AmeTrim Software

Note…
Before starting this software, the PC and the calibrator must
be connected together and the calibrator switched on (see
section 4.1).
The calibrator must not be performing any tasks like switch
test, autostep or workorders. That means that the calibrator
must be in the main menu before starting the software.
Use the normal Windows procedure to start the AmeTrim
software. If you are unsure of how to start software
programs, refer to your Windows Help

3.2 Connecting the PC and the Calibrator

Caution…
Connect the USB serial cable provided to the USB device
port on the side of the calibrator and to a USB port on the
PC.
For communication via TCPIP connect the Ethernet cable to
the connection also on the side of the RTC calibrator.

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3.3 Ametrim - Main menu.

3.4 Run Program.

In the main menu select “Run Program” to start the calibration.

The displayed device types on the left depend on the method and
type of comport selected.

If the Ethernet or virtual serial port created by the RTC/PTC

communications driver is selected then only the RTC/PTC device is
displayed and locked, whereas standard serial port selections enable
the choice of ATC, DTI and ASM devices.

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Press “Connect” to start communications.

Note…
If no RTC appears in the list check it is properly connected
and Windows has registered a new hardware device.
This is required the very first time you connect a particular
RTC to a PC. Then press the button to refresh the list.

3.5 TCPIP Ethernet communication (RTC only)

If the Ethernet option is selected, the IP address interface appears

and the user can enter the IP address allocated to the connected
RTC.
Should the user choose the Ethernet TCPIP protocol, ensure the
Ethernet cable is connected and the RTC/PTC IP address is
configured.

 Note. Please refer to the RTC user manual regarding setting the IP
address on the actual calibrator.

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4. AMETRIM – RTC/PTC/ATC main menu.

As the software starts, it detects the type of calibrator connected to

the PC and reads its serial number. This information is displayed at
the bottom of the main menu window

RTC/PTC/ATC main menu.

Note…
When software is used to control the calibrator, the
calibrator’s keyboard is disabled and the display indicates
that the calibrator is remote controlled.

PTC RTC ATC

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Depending on the instrument type connected the following processes
may be activated or not:

 Temperature Adjustment: This checks the accuracy of the heat

source and internal sensor in the calibrator (all devices)

 Input Adjustment: This checks the accuracy of the calibrator’s

electrical inputs (ATC B series, RTC/PTC B &C series).

 Axial uniformity adjustment: This ensures temperature

uniformity throughout the insert (RTC/PTC series).

 Factory defaults: Sets all calibration coefficients to factory

defaults.

 Update Calibration dates. Change calibration dates of the

instrument (All devices).

 Reference sensor: Use this feature to manage the coefficients of

the sensors in an AMETEK Digital Temperature Indicator (DTI)
instrument (ATC B series only).

 DTI Sensor: Use this feature to manage the coefficients of the

sensors in an AMETEK Digital Temperature Indicator (DTI)
instrument (all devices).

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4.1 Temperature Adjustment

This enables you to check the accuracy of the heat source and the
internal sensor in the calibrator.
This can be done in 3 ways:

 Using the external reference sensor on the ATC/PTC/RTC (B or C

versions) to measure the TRUE temperature, AmeTrim can
perform a fully automatic calibration and adjustment of the internal
sensor. The calibrated reference sensor should then be
connected to the reference input.
 Using a Digital Temperature Indicator (DTI) AmeTrim can read the
TRUE temperature from the DTI and also make a fully automatic
calibration and adjustment of the internal sensor. The DTI must be
connected to a vacant serial COM port. See fig. 1.
 Using any other reference instrument, AmeTrim will set the
temperature sequence and the TRUE values can be entered as
they occur as manual inputs.

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Fig. 1

 In AmeTrim main menu, click Temperature adjustment.

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 Click a radio button to select the scenario that should be
used, depending on which calibrated temperature reference
that is available.
 Click a radio button to select the desired temperature units.
Ensure that the precision thermometer is positioned correctly
and ready to measure the temperatures.
 Confirm that the calibration should be started.

Note.
An option exists for the RTC-700 the maximum temperature
can be set to 660C.

If using the reference sensor on the RTC/PTC scenario, only

the Con050 software can be used to configure it.

 Click Yes. The calibrator immediately starts working towards

the temperature defined in the first step.
A new dialogue containing a table with pre-defined
temperature steps is displayed. The calibrator type
determines the range of these steps.

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 When using the external reference sensor input on the
calibrator, or when using a DTI, the calibration and
adjustment will now run automatically.

Adjusting with manual inputs

If “manual inputs” is selected in the adjustment Scenario
menu, the calibration will be performed in a little different
way.

 Select Start to begin, when the True temperature is stable

click “Enter value”. In the new dialogue, type in the correct
“TRUE temperature” value read from the external precision
thermometer.

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 Click OK. The READ temperature measured by the calibrator
and the TRUE value are entered in the table.
The calibrator now starts working towards the next
temperature level.

 Repeat these steps until READ and TRUE values have been
entered for each temperature step.

 Click Calculate to provide a new set of calibration

coefficients for the calibrator.

Note…
Downloading new coefficients to the calibrator overwrites
the existing ones already resident in the calibrator.

To prevent unintentional overwriting of existing coefficients,

a warning appears requiring you to confirm the download.

 When you are satisfied with the measured and calculated

values, click Download to send the correction values to the
calibrator.

 Click Done to exit the Temperature adjustment option.

4.2 Input adjustment (ATC B, RTC/PTC B &C series).

This option allows you to check the accuracy of the calibrator’s

electrical inputs (for B and C versions only). In addition to the
equipment already described in sections 4.1, you also require a
calibrated reference signal source. For Cold Junction compensation,
you will also require a stable temperature source, for example an ice
bath, and a conversion table to provide the sensor’s corresponding
V value for the bath’s temperature.

Note…
Before calibrating/adjusting the inputs the calibrator must
have been turned on for at least half an hour with the SET
temperature “Not Activated” (the initial mode when turned
on).

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In order to calibrate the inputs the following calibrated signals must be
used:

ATC Nominal values Accepted range

 RTD and Reference Inputs:
50Ω (45 to 70Ω)
176Ω (150 to 200Ω)
345Ω (330 to 350Ω)

 RTD inputs:
1000Ω (800 to 1200Ω)
2700Ω (2300 to 2900Ω)

 mA inputs:
0 mA (-1 to +1 mA)
10 mA (9 to 11 mA)
20 mA (18 to 22 mA)

 V Inputs:
0V (-1 to +1 V)
5V (3 to 7 V)
10 V (9 to 11 V)

 mV inputs:
0 mV (-1 to +1 mV)
35 Mv (25 to 45 mV)
70 mV (63 to 77 mV)

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RTC Nominal values Accepted range
 RTD and Reference Inputs:
18Ω (15 to 22Ω)
345Ω (330 to 350Ω)
 DLC inputs
0 mV (-1 to +1 mV)
 RTD 400 inputs:
18Ω (15 to 22Ω)
345Ω (330 to 350Ω)
 RTD 4000 inputs:
18Ω (15 to 22Ω)
3450Ω (3330 to 3500Ω)
 mA inputs:
0 mA (-1 to +1 mA)
20 mA (18 to 22 mA)
 V Inputs:
0V (-1 to +1 V)
10 V (9 to 11 V)
 mV inputs:
0 mV (-1 to +1 mV)
70 mV (63 to 77 mV)

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PTC Nominal values Accepted range
 RTD and Reference Inputs:
18Ω (15 to 22Ω)
345Ω (330 to 350Ω)
 RTD 400 inputs:
18Ω (15 to 22Ω)
345Ω (330 to 350Ω)
 RTD 4000 inputs:
18Ω (15 to 22Ω)
3450Ω (3330 to 3500Ω)
 mA inputs:
0 mA (-1 to +1 mA)
20 mA (18 to 22 mA)
 mV inputs:
0 mV (-1 to +1 mV)
70 mV (63 to 77 mV)
 Cold Junction compensation: T-type thermocouple and a
reference junction, for
example an ice bath.

The number and type of electrical inputs to be checked is user-

definable. You can also define if you want to check the inputs by just
measuring them or to measure, adjust and then calibrate the
electrical inputs.

Cold Junction compensation requires a special setup, using a

calibrated temperature source, for example an ice bath. This and the
measurement principles are shown briefly below:

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 Principle sketch

Container with ice

0°C reference

Fig. 2
If at any point you do not wish to continue, click Stop. The software
exits this option and returns to the Main Menu.

 In AmeTrimTC main menu, click Input adjustment.

By clicking the Calibration Date button, you can view the last
calibration dates for each of the inputs.
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To adjust and calibrate the current Input values

 Use the check box list to select the inputs to be measured.

If you have selected more than one input to be measured,

the measurements occur in the same order as they appear in
the check box list.

 Connect the reference signal source to the appropriate

input(s) when prompted.

 Click Start and follow the instructions on screen.

Each input has several pre-set input values. Ensure that the
reference signal source is adjusted correctly when prompted.
For Cold Junction compensation, ensure the corresponding
V value for the calibrated junction temperature is entered
(0V @ 0C).

Note…
There is no reporting facility in AmeTrim for the RTC/PTC.

 If you do not require any further measurements, click Exit to

return to the Main Menu.

The software measures the pre-set values for the selected

input, adjusts the settings and then re-calibrates the
calibrator’s inputs. All this is done before moving on to the
next selected input.

 If you do not require any further measurements, click Done

to return to the Main Menu.

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4.3 Axial uniformity adjustment. (RTC/PTC series).

This option enables you to ensure the temperature uniformity

throughout the insert.

In the AmeTrim main menu, select “Axial uniformity adjustment”.

A new dialogue containing a table with pre-defined temperature steps

is displayed. The calibrator type determines the range of these steps.

Note…
For RTC-158/250 axial uniformity adjustment must not be
carried out when the calibrator is filled with liquid.
Adjustment must be carried out when using an insert.

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RTC-156/157/158/159/250, PTC-125/155/350 scenario

Requires difference measured between top and bottom.

(T2) = Bottom, T(1) = 60mm from bottom

Note…
Use AMETEK 127587 temperature sensor (recommended)
or similar with short measuring zone for axial uniformity
adjustment.

For every temperature point, the following must be repeated until

uniformity specifications are achieved.

 Place the sensor at the bottom of the well. When Stability is

declared:
 Measure the temperature at the bottom of the well (T2).

 Move the sensor up 60mm from the bottom.

 Allow 2 min. to stabilize then measure the temperature (T1).

 Calculate the temperature difference between the 2

positions (T1-T2).
 Select the button "Enter value", and enter the difference.
AmeTrim will calculation and download the new coefficients.
If uniformity is within specifications, AmeTrim will continue
to the next temperature. Otherwise the process is repeated.

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PTC-660 scenario

Requires difference measured between top and bottom.

(T2) = Bottom, T(1) = 50mm from bottom

Note…
Use STS-150 A966 temperature sensor (recommended) or
similar with short measuring zone for axial uniformity
adjustment.

For every temperature point, the following must be repeated until

uniformity specifications are achieved.

 Place the sensor at the bottom of the well. When Stability is

declared:
 Measure the temperature at the bottom of the well (T2).

 Move the sensor up 50mm from the bottom.

 Allow 2 min. to stabilize then measure the temperature (T1).

 Calculate the temperature difference between the 2

positions (T1-T2).
 Select the button "Enter value", and enter the difference.
AmeTrim will calculation and download the new coefficients.
If uniformity is within specifications, AmeTrim will continue
to the next temperature. Otherwise the process is repeated.

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RTC-700 scenario

RTC-700 require difference measured in 2 zones

Requiring a sensor at 3 different positions.
(T3) = Bottom, (T2) = 30mm from bottom.T(1) = 80mm from bottom

Note…
Use STS-200 A 970 temperature sensor (recommended) or
similar for axial uniformity adjustment.

For every temperature point, the following must be repeated until

uniformity specifications are achieved.

 Place the sensor at the bottom of the well. When Stability is

declared:
 Measure the temperature at the bottom of the well (T3).

 Move the sensor up 30mm from the bottom.

 Allow 2 min. to stabilize then measure the temperature (T2).

 Move the sensor up 80mm from the bottom.

 Allow 2 min. to stabilize then measure the temperature (T1).

 Calculate the temperature difference between the 3

positions (T1-T2) and (T3-T2).
 Select the button "Enter value", and enter the difference.
AmeTrim will calculation and download the new coefficients.
If uniformity is within specifications, AmeTrim will continue
to the next temperature. Otherwise the process is repeated.

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Reference sensor

This option enables you to view the calibration values currently

loaded in the DTI for the reference sensors as well as enter and
download values for new reference sensors. You require the
calibration certificate for the new reference sensor.

 A new dialogue with a table containing the coefficients stored

in the DTI for sensor 1 and sensor 2. Current sensor
coefficients are automatically uploaded.

To enter values for a new reference sensor

 Click a radio button to select sensor 1 or sensor 2. And press

“Upload” to read current coefficients.

 Type in a unique and descriptive name for the reference

sensor.
Use the mouse to position the pointer in the boxes in the
table.

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 Select “ITS-90” or “Callendar van Dusen coefficients” and
type in the coefficients from the Calibration Certificate
supplied with the reference sensor.

 When all the values from the Calibration Certificate have

been entered, click “Download” values.
When the values are downloaded they overwrite the ones
stored in the indicator.

Note…
These coefficients are not saved. Therefore, they must be
typed in and downloaded when they need to be used.

Default values
This option downloads a set of default values, which are stored in the
AmeTrim-ATC/DTI software.

Press “Yes” to download default values to the DTI.

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4.4 Factory defaults ( RTC/PTC )

Sets all calibration coefficients to factory defaults.

WARNING! Erases all calibration coefficients.

.

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4.5 Update calibration dates

The page allows the user to update the calibration dates in the
RTC/PTC calibrator.

NOTE! For PTC series only the Heat source date is actual.

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5. Using DTI with the AmeTrim

In the main menu select “Run Program” to start the calibration.

Select “DTI” and “Comport” in the “Device Quick Connect” dialog box
and press “Connect”.

5.1 Connecting the PC and the DTI

Caution…
1. Ensure that both the PC and the DTI are switched
off at the mains. Failure to do so may result in your
equipment being damaged.
2. Connect the serial cable provided to the “RS 232” port on
the back of the DTI and to the COM port on the PC.
3. Switch on the PC and the DTI.

5.2 Ametrim - DTI main menu.

As the software starts, it detects the type of calibrator connected to

the PC and reads its serial number. This information is displayed at
the bottom of the main menu window

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 DTI main menu.

This DTI menu is divided into 5 different processes:

 Reference sensor: Use this feature to manage the

coefficients of the sensors in the DTI.
 Set to default values: Use this feature to set internal
reference resistor values to default values if odd values have
been downloaded.
 RTD-input adjustment: Use this feature to calculate and
download new values for internal reference resistors.
 Calibration date: Use this feature to download a new
calibration date to the DTI.
 Analog output adjustment: Use this feature to adjust the
analog output (only DTI-1000 with firmware version 1.60 or
earlier).

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Reference sensor

This option enables you to view the calibration values currently

loaded in the DTI for the reference sensors as well as enter and
download values for new reference sensors. In addition to the
equipment already described in sections 5.1, you also require the
calibration certificate for the new reference sensor.

 In DTI main menu, click “Sensor coefficients”.

A new dialogue with a table containing the coefficients stored

in the DTI for sensor 1 and sensor 2. Current sensor
coefficients are automatically uploaded.

To enter values for a new reference sensor

 Click a radio button to select sensor 1 or sensor 2. And press

“Upload” to read current coefficients.

 Type in a unique and descriptive name for the reference

sensor.

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 Use the mouse to position the pointer in the boxes in the
table.

 Select “ITS-90” or “Callendar van Dusen coefficients” and

type in the coefficients from the Calibration Certificate
supplied with the reference sensor.

 When all the values from the Calibration Certificate have

been entered, click “Download” values.
When the values are downloaded they overwrite the ones
stored in the indicator.

Note…
These coefficients are not saved. Therefore, they must be
typed in and downloaded when they need to be used.

Default values
This option downloads a set of default values, which are stored in the
AmeTrim-ATC/DTI software.

Press “Yes” to download default values to the DTI.

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5.3 RTD input adjustment

This option allows you to adjust the DTI by calculating and

downloading new values for the internal reference resistors.
For adjusting the internal reference resistors you need the following:

DTI-100 / DTI-1000 / DTI-1000 A :

50 ohm resistor
350 ohm resistor

DTI-1000 B :

12 ohm resistor
85 ohm resistor

It is recommended to use resistors with an accuracy of 6 ppm or

better.

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Connect the reference resistors to the input channels and enter the
resistor values. Press “Start measurement”, wait until the readings for
“New low reference value” and “New high reference value” have
stabilized (approx. 2 minutes) and press “Lock new values” to stop
the measurement. The locked values can now be downloaded to the
DTI or cancelled.

Calibration date

This option allows you to change the calibration date without

adjusting the DTI.

Select the date of calibration and press “Download”.

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5.4 Analog output adjustment

(only DTI-1000 with firmware ver. 1.60 or earlier).

This option allows you to adjust the analog output of the DTI-1000.
For adjusting the analog output you need a voltmeter 0V to 5V range
with 0.1mV resolution and an accuracy of 0.1 mV.

After entering the DTI analog output adjustment window, press “Start”
to begin the adjustment procedure.

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Measure the output voltages of the two analog outputs, enter the
values and press “Next”.

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Repeat the measurement of the output voltage for high output, enter
the values and press “Next”.

Press “Yes” to download calibration date and then “Exit” to return to

the main menu.

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6. Using ASM with the AmeTrim

In the main menu select “Run Program” to start the calibration.

Select “ASM-80x” and “Comport” in the “Device Quick Connect”

dialog box and press “Connect”.

If the ASM-80x is not switched on or is not connected to the

selected port, then the software returns to the AMETRIM
adjustment software main menu.

Note…
Before starting this software, the PC and the ASM-80x
must be connected together and the ASM-80x switched on.

6.1 Connecting the PC and the ASM-80x

Caution…
1. Ensure that both the PC and the ASM-80x are switched
off at the mains. Failure to do so may result in your
equipment being damaged.
2. Connect the serial cable provided to the “RS 232” port on
the front of the ASM-80x and to the COM port on the PC.
3. Switch on the PC and the ASM-80x.

If the calibrator is not switched on or is not one of the models covered

by this manual, then the software closes automatically.

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As the software starts, it detects the type of instrument connected to
the PC and reads its serial number.
This information plus the COM port the calibrator is connected to is
displayed at the bottom of the AMETRIM window.

ASM main menu

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6.2 Run calibration/adjustment

This option allows you to check the accuracy of the ASM-80x

electrical inputs. You will require a calibrated reference signal source.

For Cold Junction compensation, you will also require a stable

temperature source, for example an ice bath, and a conversion table
to provide the sensor’s corresponding V value for the bath’s
temperature.

Note…
Before calibrating/adjusting the inputs, the ASM-80x must
have been turned on for at least half an hour.

In order to calibrate the inputs the following calibrated signals must be

used:

Nominal values Accepted range

 RTD Input:
50Ω (20 to 70Ω)
176Ω (150 to 200Ω)
360Ω (330 to 390Ω)
1760Ω (1500 to 2000Ω)
3600Ω (3300 to 3900Ω)
 mA inputs:
0 mA (-1 to +1 mA)
10 mA (9 to 11 mA)
20 mA (18 to 22 mA)
 V Inputs:
0V (-1 to +1 V)
5V (3 to 7 V)
10 V (9 to 11 V)
 mV inputs:
0 mV (-1 to +1 mV)
35 mV (25 to 45 mV)
70 mV (63 to 77 mV)
 Cold Junction compensation: T-type thermocouple and a
reference junction, for
example an ice bath.

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The number and type of electrical inputs to be checked is user-
definable. You can also define if you want to check the inputs by just
measuring them, adjust and calibrate or to measure, adjust and then
calibrate the electrical inputs.

Cold Junction compensation requires a special setup, using a

calibrated thermocouple and temperature source, for example an ice
bath. This and the measurement principles are shown briefly below:

Container with ice

0°C reference

Principle sketch

If at any point you do not wish to continue, click Stop. The software
exits this option and returns to the Main Menu.

 In AMETRIM main menu, click Run calibration/adjustment.

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 By clicking the Calibration dates button, you can view the
last calibration date.

To calibrate the ASM-80x

 Click the radio button Only measuring.

 Use the check box list to select the inputs to be measured.

For A-models, only CJ-Comp. Can be selected.

 Use the check box list to select the input types to be

measured.

 Connect the reference signal source to the appropriate

channel when prompted.

 Click Start and follow the instructions on screen.

The software starts measuring the first of the selected inputs.

Ensure that the correct reference signal source is connected
when prompted.

 When all the selected inputs have been measured a new

dialogue appears.

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 Type a unique name for the measurements. Click As found
and ensure that the date is correct. This information will
appear in a measurement report displayed on screen.

 Click OK to view the measurement report.

Note…
These results are not saved electronically. If you require a
record of these measurements, click Print while it is
displayed.

 When you are finished viewing or printing the report, click

Close. This returns you to the first dialogue in the
Temperature adjustment option.

 If you do not require any further measurements, click Done

to return to the Main Menu.

To adjust and calibrate (as left) the ASM-80x

Note…
If you select Cold Junction compensation, either you must
also select the mV (TC) Input or be sure that the mV(TC)
range is calibrated.

 Click the radio button Adjust/Calibrate.

 Use the check box list to select the inputs to be measured.

If you have selected more than one check box, the
measurements occur in the same order as they appear in
the check box list.

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 Connect the reference signal source to the appropriate
channel (when prompted).

 Click Start and follow the instructions on screen.

Each input has several pre-set input values. Ensure that the
reference signal source is adjusted correctly when
prompted.

For Cold Junction compensation, ensure the corresponding

V value for the calibrated junction temperature is entered
(0V @ 0C).

The software measures the pre-set values for the selected

input, adjusts the settings and then re-calibrates the
calibrator’s inputs. All this is done before moving on to the
next selected input.

When all the selected inputs have been measured, adjusted

and re-calibrated a new dialogue appears.

 Type a unique name for the measurements. Click As left

and ensure that the date is correct. This information will
appear in a measurement report displayed on screen.

 Click OK to view the measurement report.

Note…
These results are not saved electronically. If you require a
record of these measurements, click Print while the report
is displayed.

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 When you are finished viewing or printing the report, click
Close. This returns you to the first dialogue in the
Temperature adjustment option.

 If you do not require any further measurements, click Done

to return to the Main Menu.

To calibrate (as found), adjust and calibrate (as left) the ASM-80x

Note…
If you select Cold Junction compensation, either you must
also select the mV (TC) Input or be sure that the mV(TC)
range is calibrated.

 Click the radio button Measure/Adjust/Calibrate.

 Use the check box list to select the inputs to be measured.

If you have selected more than one check box, the
measurements occur in the same order as they appear in
the check box list.

 Connect the reference signal source to the appropriate

channel (when prompted).

 Click Start and follow the instructions on screen.

Each input has several pre-set input values. Ensure that the
reference signal source is adjusted correctly when
prompted.

For Cold Junction compensation, ensure the corresponding

V value for the calibrated junction temperature is entered
(0V @ 0C).

The software measures the pre-set values for the selected

input, adjusts the settings and then re-calibrates the
calibrator’s inputs. All this is done before moving on to the
next selected input.

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 When all the selected inputs have been measured, adjusted
and re-calibrated a new dialogue appears.

 Type a unique name for the measurements. Click As left

and ensure that the date is correct. This information will
appear in a measurement report displayed on screen.

 Click OK to view the measurement report.

Note…
These results are not saved electronically. If you require a
record of these measurements, click Print while the report
is displayed.

 When you are finished viewing or printing the report, click

Close. This returns you to the first dialogue in the
Temperature adjustment option.

 If you do not require any further measurements, click Done

to return to the Main Menu.

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7. Using ATC with the AmeTrim

In the main menu select “Run Program” to start the calibration.

Select “ATC” and “Comport” in the “Device Quick Connect” dialog

box and press “Connect”.

7.1 Connecting the PC and the ATC

Caution…
1. Ensure that both the PC and the calibrator are switched
off at the mains. Failure to do so may result in your
equipment being damaged.
2. Connect the serial cable provided to the “RS232” port on
the front of the calibrator and to the COM port on the
PC.
3. Switch on the PC and the calibrator.

Use the normal Windows procedure to start the AmeTrim-

ATC software.

If the calibrator is not switched on or is not one of the

models covered by this manual, then the software closes
automatically.

The calibrator must not be performing any tasks like switch

test, autostep or workorders. That means that the calibrator
must be in the main menu before starting the software.

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 Note…
When software is used to control the calibrator, the
calibrator’s keyboard is disabled and the display indicates
that the calibrator is remote controlled.

F1 F2 F3 F4 F5

ATC main menu

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7.2 Adjusting and calibrating the instrument

Ametrim allows you to calibrate/adjust the calibrator yourself using

the AmeTrim-ATC Adjust and Calibration Software. This software is
divided into 3 separate processes:

 Temperature Adjustment: This checks the accuracy of the heat

source and internal sensor in the calibrator, (section 7.3).
 Input Adjustment: This checks the accuracy of the calibrator’s
electrical inputs (for B versions only), (section 7.4).
 Calibration date: Use this feature to download a new calibration
date to the DTI.
 Reference Sensor: This ensures that the electrical values from
the reference sensor correspond to the correct temperature
values. The calibration values of the sensor can be downloaded
to the calibrator. (B versions only), (section 7.5).
 DTI Sensor: Use this feature to manage the coefficients of the
sensors in an AMETEK Digital Temperature Indicator (DTI)
instrument.

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7.3 Temperature Adjustment

 Temperature Adjustment
 This enables you to check the accuracy of the heat source and
the internal sensor in the calibrator.
 This can be done in 3 ways:
 Using the external reference sensor on the ATC (B-version) to
measure the TRUE temperature, AmeTrim-ATC can perform a
fully automatic calibration and adjustment of the internal
sensor. The calibrated reference sensor should then be
connected to the reference input.
 Using a Digital Temperature Indicator (DTI) AmeTrim-ATC can
read the TRUE temperature from the DTI and also make a
fully automatic calibration and adjustment of the internal
sensor. The DTI must be connected to a vacant serial COM
port. See fig. 3.
 Using any other reference instrument, AmeTrim-ATC will set
the temperature sequence and the TRUE values can be
entered as they occur as manual inputs.

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 Sensor

DTI

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F4
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Fig. 3

 In AmeTrim-ATC main menu, click Temperature adjustment.

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 Click a radio button to select the scenario that should be
used, depending on which calibrated temperature reference
that is available.
 Click a radio button to select the desired temperature units.
Click a radio button to select whether the calibration only
 should be performed as an “As Found” which means without
adjusting the internal sensor, or if it should be both as an “As
found” measurement followed by and adjustment of the
sensor and a final “As Left” calibration after the adjustment.
After the calibration measurement reports on both
calibrations can be printed.
 Enter the ambient temperature and the operator initials.
These are to be used on the printed measurement reports.

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 Ensure that the precision thermometer is positioned correctly
and ready to measure the temperatures.
 Confirm that the calibration should be started.
Information on the last calibration date for the reference input
is read from the calibrator and given to help you ensuring an
adequate calibrated reference.

 Click Yes. The calibrator immediately starts working towards

the temperature defined in the first step.
A new dialogue containing a table with pre-defined
temperature steps is displayed. The calibrator type
determines the range of these steps.

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 When using the external reference sensor input on the
calibrator, or when using a DTI, the calibration and
adjustment will now run automatically.

Adjusting with manual inputs

If manual inputs are selected in the adjustment Scenario
menu, the calibration will be performed in a little different
way.

 Enter the data to be used on the printed measurement

reports and click Ok.

 When the True temperature is stable click “Enter value”. In

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 the new dialogue, type in the correct “TRUE temperature”
value read from the external precision thermometer.

 Click OK. The READ temperature measured by the calibrator

and the TRUE value are entered in the table.
The calibrator now starts working towards the next
temperature level.

 Repeat these steps until READ and TRUE values have been
entered for each temperature step.

 Click Calculate to provide a new set of calibration coefficients

for the calibrator.

Note…
If you want a record of the measured TRUE and READ
values, you must click Print now. These values are not saved
once you return to the AmeTrim Main Menu.

Note…
Downloading new coefficients to the calibrator overwrites
the existing ones already resident in the calibrator.

To prevent unintentional overwriting of existing coefficients,

a warning appears requiring you to confirm the download.
 When you are satisfied with the measured and calculated
values, click Download to send the correction values to the
calibrator.

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 Click Done to exit the Temperature adjustment option.

7.4 Input Adjustment (B versions only)

This option allows you to check the accuracy of the calibrator’s

electrical inputs (for B versions only). In addition to the equipment
already described in sections 7.1, you also require a calibrated
reference signal source. For Cold Junction compensation, you will
also require a stable temperature source, for example an ice bath, and
a conversion table to provide the sensor’s corresponding V value for
the bath’s temperature.

Note…
Before calibrating/adjusting the inputs the calibrator must
have been turned on for at least half an hour with the SET
temperature “Not Activated” (the initial mode when turned
on).

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In order to calibrate the inputs the following calibrated signals must be
used:

Nominal values Accepted range

 RTD and Reference Inputs:
50Ω (45 to 70Ω)
176Ω (150 to 200Ω)
345Ω (330 to 350Ω)
 RTD inputs:
1000Ω (800 to 1200Ω)
2700Ω (2300 to 2900Ω)
 mA inputs:
0 mA (-1 to +1 mA)
10 mA (9 to 11 mA)
20 mA (18 to 22 mA)
 V Inputs:
0V (-1 to +1 V)
5V (3 to 7 V)
10 V (9 to 11 V)
 mV inputs:
0 mV (-1 to +1 mV)
35 mV (25 to 45 mV)
70 mV (63 to 77 mV)
 Cold Junction compensation: N-type thermocouple and a
reference junction, for
example an ice bath.

Note that Cold Junction compensation is only possible when

”Measure/Adjust/Calibrate” is selected.

The number and type of electrical inputs to be checked is user-

definable. You can also define if you want to check the inputs by just
measuring them or to measure, adjust and then calibrate the
electrical inputs.

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Cold Junction compensation requires a special setup, using a
calibrated temperature source, for example an ice bath. This and the
measurement principles are shown briefly below:

Container with ice

0°C reference

TS
EN
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TR
NS
NI
TIO
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F5
F4
F3
F2 9
F1 8
6
7 5
3
4
ES
C 2 .
1 0
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Principle sketch

Fig. 4

If at any point you do not wish to continue, click Stop. The software
exits this option and returns to the Main Menu.

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 In AmeTrim-ATC main menu, click Input adjustment.

By clicking the Calibration Date button, you can view the last
calibration dates for each of the inputs.

To view the current Input values

 Click the radio button Only measuring.

 Use the check box list to select the inputs to be measured.

If you have selected more than one input to be measured,

the measurements occur in the same order as they appear
in the check box list.

 Use the check box list to select the inputs to be measured.

 Connect the reference signal source to the appropriate

input(s) when prompted.

 Click Start and follow the instructions on screen.

The software starts measuring the first of the selected

inputs. Ensure that the correct reference signal source is
connected when prompted.

 When all the selected inputs have been measured a new

dialogue appears.

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 Type a unique name for the measurements. Click As found
and ensure that the date is correct. This information will
appear in a measurement report displayed on screen.

 Click OK to view the measurement report.

Note…
These results are not saved electronically. If you require a
record of these measurements, click Print while it is
displayed.

 When you are finished viewing or printing the report, click

Close. This returns you to the first dialogue in the
Temperature adjustment option.

 If you do not require any further measurements, click Done

to return to the Main Menu.

To view, adjust and calibrate the current Input values

Note…
If you select Cold Junction compensation, either you must
also select the mV (TC) Input or be sure that the (TC) Input
is calibrated.

 Click the radio button Measure/Adjust/Calibrate.

 Use the check box list to select the inputs to be measured.

If you have selected more than one check box, the
measurements occur in the same order as they appear in
the check box list.

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 Connect the reference signal source to the appropriate
input(s) (when prompted).

 Click Start and follow the instructions on screen.

Each input has several pre-set input values. Ensure that the
reference signal source is adjusted correctly when
prompted.

For Cold Junction compensation, ensure the corresponding

V value for the calibrated junction temperature is entered
(0V @ 0C).

The software measures the pre-set values for the selected

input, adjusts the settings and then re-calibrates the
calibrator’s inputs. All this is done before moving on to the
next selected input.

 When all the selected inputs have been measured, adjusted

and re-calibrated a new dialogue appears.

 Type a unique name for the measurements. Click As left and

ensure that the date is correct. This information will appear in
a measurement report displayed on screen.

 Click OK to view the measurement report.

Note…
These results are not saved electronically. If you require a
record of these measurements, click Print while the report is
displayed.

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 When you are finished viewing or printing the report, click
Close. This returns you to the first dialogue in the
Temperature adjustment option.

 If you do not require any further measurements, click Done

to return to the Main Menu.

7.5 Reference Sensor

This option enables you to view the calibration values currently loaded
in the calibrator for the reference sensor as well as enter and
download values for new reference sensors. In addition to the
equipment already described in sections 7.1, you also require the
calibration certificate for the new reference sensor.
 In AmeTrim-ATC main menu, click Reference sensor.

A new dialogue with a table containing the calibration of

corresponding temperatures and resistances of the
reference sensor. If none are present in the calibrator, then
the default values are displayed.

 Click a radio button to select the desired temperature units.

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To view current values in the Calibrator

 Click Upload values. The current reference sensor values

stored in the calibrator are displayed.

 Click Done when you are finished viewing the values. This
returns you to the AmeTrim-ATC Main Menu.

To enter values for a new reference sensor

 Type in a unique and descriptive name for the reference

sensor.
Use the mouse to position the pointer in the boxes in the
table.
 Type in the temperature and resistance values from the
Calibration Certificate supplied with the reference sensor.

 If the calibration data fills more than the steps currently

displayed, click Add step. If it fills less than the number of
steps displayed, click Delete step.

 When all the values from the Calibration Certificate have

been entered, click Download values.
When the values are downloaded they overwrite the ones
stored in the calibrator.

Default values
This option downloads a set of default values, which are stored in the
AmeTrim-ATC software.

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7.6 Managing DTI sensor coefficients

This dialog enables you to type in coefficient values for the reference
sensor connected to the DTI

Note…
These coefficients are not saved. Therefore, they must be typed
in and downloaded when they need to be used.

 Select the channel that is used to connect this sensor to the

DTI.
 Type in the correct coefficients for the selected sensor

 When you are satisfied with all the values, click Download.
Default values can be selected by using the Default button.

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