EMC Field Probes
EMC Field Probes
EMC Field Probes
User Manual
ETS-Lindgren L.P. reserves the right to make changes to any product described
herein in order to improve function, design, or for any other reason. Nothing
contained herein shall constitute ETS-Lindgren L.P. assuming any liability
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Revision Record
MANUAL,EMC PROBES | Part #H-600100, Rev. K
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Revision Description Date
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Table of Contents
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HI-6153 Typical Isotropic Response .................................................. 34
HI-6153 Additional Maintenance ....................................................... 37
HI-6153 Additional Parts ................................................................... 37
HI-6105 Electric Field Probe ..................................................................... 39
HI-6105 Specifications ...................................................................... 39
HI-6105 Operation ............................................................................ 40
HI-6105 Typical Frequency Response .............................................. 41
HI-6105 Typical Isotropic Response .................................................. 42
HI-6105 Additional Maintenance ....................................................... 43
HI-6105 Additional Parts ................................................................... 43
5.0 Battery-Operated Field Probes ......................................... 45
HI-6022 Field Probe .................................................................................. 46
HI-6022 Specifications ...................................................................... 46
HI-6022 Operation ............................................................................ 47
HI-6022 Power Switch ...................................................................... 48
HI-6022 Typical Frequency Response .............................................. 49
HI-6022 Typical Isotropic Response .................................................. 50
HI-6022 Additional Maintenance ....................................................... 51
HI-6022 Additional Parts ................................................................... 51
HI-6053 Field Probe .................................................................................. 53
HI-6053 Specifications ...................................................................... 53
HI-6053 Operation ............................................................................ 55
HI-6053 Power Switch ...................................................................... 56
HI-6053 Controls ............................................................................... 57
HI-6053 Typical Frequency Response .............................................. 58
HI-6053 Typical Isotropic Response .................................................. 59
HI-6053 Additional Maintenance ....................................................... 62
HI-6053 Battery Replacement ........................................................... 62
HI-6053 Additional Parts ................................................................... 64
HI-6005 Field Probe .................................................................................. 66
HI-6005 Specifications ...................................................................... 66
HI-6005 Operation ............................................................................ 67
HI-6005 Power Switch ...................................................................... 68
HI-6005 Typical Frequency Response .............................................. 69
HI-6005 Typical Isotropic Response .................................................. 70
HI-6005 Additional Maintenance ....................................................... 71
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HI-6005 Additional Parts ................................................................... 71
6.0 H-491269 Probe Stand ....................................................... 73
Probe Stand Dimensions .................................................................. 73
Probe Stand Assembly ............................................................................. 74
Parts to Assemble ............................................................................. 74
Steps to Assemble ............................................................................ 75
Probe Stand Operation ............................................................................. 78
7.0 Probe Shield Care and Replacement ............................... 81
Appendix A: Warranty ............................................................. 83
Appendix B: Series H-491198-01 Battery Charger
for NiMH Batteries .................................................................... 85
Appendix C: Series H-491198-48 Battery Charger
for NiMH Batteries .................................................................... 93
Appendix D: Operating Protocols ........................................ 101
Appendix E: ETSProbe DLL User Guide ............................. 111
About Redistribution.................................................................................111
Getting Started.........................................................................................111
DLL Function Calling Conventions ...........................................................112
Supported Probes and Communications Protocols ..................................112
Probe Family HI-Any (Auto Probe Detector) .....................................116
Probe Family FP-Any (Auto Probe Detector FP) ..............................116
Probe Family Virtual.........................................................................116
Probe Family HI-44xx MS ................................................................117
Probe Family HI-6005 MS (Medium Speed) .....................................117
Probe Family HI-6005 HS (High Speed)...........................................118
Probe Family Laser HS (High Speed) ..............................................118
Probe Types Not Supported .............................................................118
Quick Start Function Reference ...............................................................119
ETS_CreateProbe() .........................................................................119
ETS_ReadFieldSynchronous().........................................................122
ETS_RemoveProbe() .......................................................................123
Advanced Function Reference .................................................................124
ETS_Battery() ..................................................................................124
ETS_CalibrationDate() .....................................................................125
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ETS_CombinedField() .....................................................................126
ETS_Field() .....................................................................................127
ETS_Firmware() ..............................................................................128
ETS_GetErrorDescription() ..............................................................129
ETS_GetUnitsString() ......................................................................130
ETS_InitiateReadBattery() ...............................................................131
ETS_InitiateReadField() ...................................................................132
ETS_InitiateReadTemperature() ......................................................133
ETS_IsOperationComplete() ............................................................134
ETS_Model()....................................................................................135
ETS_ProbeName() ..........................................................................136
ETS_ReadBatterySynchronous() .....................................................137
ETS_ReadTemperatureSynchronous() ............................................138
ETS_SerialNumber() ........................................................................139
ETS_SetRange() .............................................................................140
ETS_SetUnits() ................................................................................141
ETS_TemperatureC() ......................................................................142
ETS_LaserCurrent() .........................................................................143
ETS_Version() .................................................................................144
ETS_SupplyVoltage() ......................................................................145
ETS_LaserTemperature() ................................................................146
ETS_ZeroProbe().............................................................................147
Status Codes ...........................................................................................148
Appendix F: EC Declaration of Conformity ......................... 151
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Notes, Cautions, and Warnings
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General Safety Considerations
See the ETS-Lindgren Product Information Bulletin included with your shipment
for the following:
Warranty information
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1.0 Introduction
The ETS-Lindgren EMC Field Probes embody the latest innovations in isotropic
sensor design and low-noise, miniaturized electronics. Each probe is a fully
intelligent sensor enabling fast and accurate EMF measurements with
industry-leading performance specifications. Optical coupling to a variety of
readout options makes these probes ideally suited for a wide range of field
monitoring applications.
The EMC field probes include laser-powered (laser) probes and battery-operated
probes. This manual includes operating information and specifications for these
probe models:
Laser-Powered HI-6122
HI-6153
HI-6105
Battery-Operated HI-6022
HI-6053
HI-6005
Introduction | 11
Readout Options
The HI-6100 Field Monitor accepts inputs from up to any four probes, and
analyzes and displays information on a user-configurable LCD.
For information on using the HI-6100 with ETS-Lindgren probes, see HI-6100
Field Monitor Configuration on page 18.
For information on using the HI-6113 with ETS-Lindgren probes, see HI-6113
Laser Data Interface Configuration on page 19.
12 | Introduction
HI-4413P FIBER OPTIC MODEM
The battery-powered
probes use the
HI-4413USB Fiber Optic to
USB Converter to
communicate with
ProbeView II™ software
through a USB port on the
computer.
HI-4413USB Fiber Optic to USB Converter
Introduction | 13
Optional Tripod
14 | Introduction
Optional Probe Stand
Introduction | 15
About Probe Operation
16 | Introduction
2.0 Typical Configurations
A variety of configurations are available with the field monitors, probes, and other
devices. Following are typical examples of how the components can be
assembled to accommodate most testing environments.
Typical Configurations | 17
HI-6100 Field Monitor Configuration
The following diagram illustrates the ETS-Lindgren probes that may be used with
the HI-6100 Field Monitor. In the diagram, the FM in HI-6153FM, for example,
refers to Field Monitor Kit. As a kit, the probe includes an interface card.
18 | Typical Configurations
HI-6113 Laser Data Interface Configuration
The following diagram illustrates the ETS-Lindgren probes that may be used with
the HI-6113 Laser Data Interface (LDI). In the diagram, the USB in HI-6153USB,
for example, refers to USB Kit. As a kit, the probe includes all components
required to operate the probe with the HI-6113.
Typical Configurations | 19
HI-4413P / HI-4413USB Configuration
The following diagram illustrates the ETS-Lindgren probes that may be used with
the HI-4413P Fiber Optic Modem or the HI-4413USB Fiber Optic to USB
Converter.
20 | Typical Configurations
3.0 Maintenance
If you have one of the following probes, see Probe Shield Care and Replacement
on page 81: HI-6122, HI-6022, HI-6105, or HI-6005 Field Probe.
Annual Calibration
See the Product Information Bulletin included with your shipment for information
on ETS-Lindgren calibration services.
Maintenance | 21
Laser Probes and Maintenance of Fiber Optics
The fiber optic connectors and cables used with laser-powered probes can be
damaged from airborne particles, humidity and moisture, oils from the human
body, and debris from the connectors they plug into. Always handle connectors
and cables with care, using the following guidelines.
Upgrade Policies
Service Procedures
22 | Maintenance
4.0 Laser-Powered Field Probes
The HI-61XX Series probes contain a photo-voltaic converter that provides power
to the probe circuitry when sufficient light power is received by the converter. The
light power is generated by a laser in the HI-6113 Laser Data Interface, and is
transmitted to the converter through an optical fiber in the duplex fiber optic
cable. The probe communicates with the HI-6113 through this fiber optic cable.
Receiving power from the HI-6113 allows for unlimited test times.
The probe system incorporates a safety interlock mechanism that turns off the
laser if the HI-6113 does not receive data from the probe within a specified time
frame. The safety mechanism is intended to prevent injury from the laser if the
HI-6113 issues a command to turn on the laser while the fiber optic cables are
disconnected, improperly connected, cut, or damaged.
The laser driver in the HI-6100 Field Monitor also incorporates this
safety interlock mechanism, and operates in the same manner.
The HI-6100 Field Monitor may also be used with the HI-61XX Series for
RFI/EMC testing. For more information on readout options, see page 12.
HI-6122 SPECIFICATIONS
Ranges: Single
30 kHz–1 GHz: ±1 dB
Environmental
Dimensions
Housing: 32 mm x 32 mm x 32 mm
1.26 in x 1.26 in x 1.26 in
HI-6122 OPERATION
The HI-6122 can be used with the HI-6100 Field Monitor. It can also be
connected to a personal computer using an optional HI-6113 Laser Data
Interface and ProbeView™ Laser software.
The HI-6122 is a true 3-axis probe. When requested, X, Y, Z, and total field data
can be reported.
Use the following table to order replacement or optional parts for the HI-6122.
Six screws
HI-6153 SPECIFICATIONS
Ranges: Single
Environmental
Dimensions
Use the following table to order replacement or optional parts for the HI-6153.
HI-6105 SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions
Housing: 32 mm x 32 mm x 32 mm
1.26 in x 1.26 in x 1.26 in
Environmental
HI-6105 OPERATION
The HI-6105 can be used with the HI-6100 Field Monitor. It can also be
connected to a personal computer using an optional HI-6113 Laser Data
Interface (LDI) and ProbeView™ Laser software.
Actual data taken at 400 MHz, field level 20 V/m, maximum variation
0.54 dB.
Use the following tables to order replacement or optional parts for the HI-6105.
Six screws
The HI-60XX Series uses either the HI-4413P Fiber Optic Modem or the
HI-4413USB Fiber Optic to USB Converter to communicate with ProbeView II™
software through a port on the computer. The HI-6100 Field Monitor may also be
used with the HI-60XX Series. For more information on readout options, see
page 12.
HI-6022 SPECIFICATIONS
Ranges: Single
30 kHz–1 GHz: ±1 dB
Environmental
Dimensions
Housing: 32 mm x 32 mm x 32 mm
1.26 in x 1.26 in x 1.26 in
HI-6022 OPERATION
The HI-6022 can be used with the HI-6100 Field Monitor. It can also be
connected to a personal computer using an optional HI-4413P Fiber Optic
Modem or HI-4413USB Fiber Optic to USB Converter and
ProbeView II™ software.
The HI-6022 is a true 3-axis probe. When requested, X, Y, Z, and total field data
can be reported.
Use the following table to order replacement or optional parts for the HI-6022.
Six screws
H-491106-xx
Cable, Fiber Optic, Glass
(xx=length in meters)
HI-6053 SPECIFICATIONS
Ranges: Single
Environmental
Dimensions
The power button that activates and deactivates the HI-6053 is located on the
bottom of the electronic housing. A green indicator light in the power button
flashes when the probe is on.
On—To turn the HI-6053 on, push in the power button, and then
release. The power button flashes a green indicator light when the
probe is on, and four AAA Nickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH) batteries
supply power.
Off—To turn the HI-6053 off, push in the power button, and then
release. The green indicator light stops flashing, indicating the probe is
off. When not in use, turn the probe off to prolong battery life.
Two fiber optic connectors and a battery charger connector are mounted on the
HI-6053 housing.
During the annual calibration of your HI-6053 at the ETS-Lindgren factory, the
batteries are tested to verify continued operability. If required, the batteries are
replaced at that time. It is rare that you should need to replace the batteries
between calibration checks, but in that event, follow these steps.
See the Product Information Bulletin included with your shipment for
information on ETS-Lindgren calibration services.
1. Turn the HI-6053 off. Verify that the green indicator light is not flashing.
2. Carefully disconnect the fiber optic cables from the Transmit and
Receive connectors.
4. Remove the four screws from the bottom of the electronics housing.
5. Lift the bottom away from the housing. Wires from the power button
are connected to the internal circuitry, so carefully turn the bottom over
and place it to the side, avoiding placing stress on the wires.
10. Slide the two boards into the correct tracks inside the housing, and
carefully push them until they are completely recessed.
11. Replace the bottom of the housing, avoiding damage to the power
button wires.
12. Replace and tighten the four screws into the bottom of the housing.
13. Replace the two nuts removed in step 3; one on each fiber optic
connector.
Use the following table to order replacement or optional parts for the HI-6053.
H-491106-xx
Cable, Fiber Optic, Glass
(xx=length in meters)
HI-6005 SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions
Housing: 32 mm x 32 mm x 32 mm
1.26 in x 1.26 in x 1.26 in
Environmental
HI-6005 OPERATION
The HI-6005 can be used with the HI-6100 Field Monitor. It can also be
connected to a personal computer using an optional HI-4413P Fiber Optic
Modem or HI-4413USB Fiber Optic to USB Converter and
ProbeView II™ software.
The HI-6005 is a true 3-axis probe. When requested, X, Y, Z, and total field data
can be reported.
OFF (0) —When the power switch is in the O position, the probe is
inactive. When not in use, turn the probe off to prolong battery life.
Actual data taken at 400 MHz, field level 20 V/m, maximum variation
0.54 dB.
Use the following tables to order replacement or optional parts for the HI-6005.
Three cones
Six screws
Tube Width: 51 mm
2 in
PARTS TO ASSEMBLE
In addition to these
parts, the probe stand
includes the following
assembly hardware:
On the bottom of the base plate are rubber feet. Make sure all feet
rest evenly on the floor or surface.
3. Attach the probe carrier to the tube. Insert one 1/4–20 x 3/4
thumbscrew into the end closer to the tube, and a second one at the
center of the tube. Tighten the thumbscrews.
5. Attach the support rod to the tube with the 8–32 x 3/8 thumbscrew.
The support rod is marked with sensor positions that correspond to each probe,
and the probe stand tube is graduated to easily measure the distance to the floor.
1. Attach the probe to the probe carrier using the probe thumbscrew.
800 mm 2438 mm
HI-4433
(31.5 in) (96 in)
HI-6153
HI-6053 673 mm 2438 mm
HI-4453 (26.5 in) (96 in)
HI-4450
317.5 mm 2438 mm
HI-4422
(12.5 in) (96 in)
HI-6122
HI-6022 292 mm 2438 mm
HI-6105 (11.5 in) (96 in)
HI-6005
If the probe shields need to be replaced, you may order them from
ETS-Lindgren. Follow these steps to replace the probe shields:
Lift the shield high enough to clear the internal antenna assembly, or
you may damage the assembly. Never touch the antenna assembly.
You may transfer a static charge to the assembly that may distort or
disable the measuring capability in that axis.
Make sure to clear the internal antenna assembly when lowering the
shield or you may damage the assembly.
See the Product Information Bulletin included with your shipment for
the complete ETS-Lindgren warranty for your EMC Field Probe.
DURATION OF WARRANTIES
All product warranties, except the warranty of title, and all remedies for warranty
failures are limited to three years.
HI-6005 3 Years
HI-6022 3 Years
HI-6053 3 Years
HI-6105 3 Years
HI-6122 3 Years
HI-6153 3 Years
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84 | Warranty
Appendix B: Series H-491198-01 Battery Charger
for NiMH Batteries
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
INTRODUCTION
Housed in a rugged enclosure, power enters the battery charger through a power
entry module, which contains the fuses, or an optional cigarette lighter plug
adapter. The front face of the battery charger displays LEDs that provide the
operating status. The battery charger connects to the device being charged
through a short cord terminated with a power jack.
An integrated circuit within the battery charger monitors the battery voltage and
controls the charging functions according to the charge state of the battery.
The NiMH batteries powering the battery-operated probe have high energy
density for maximum operating time between charges, but also have a significant
self-discharge characteristic. When the probe is stored for longer than a week or
two, the batteries will discharge even though not in use. Leaving the batteries in
a discharged condition for long periods of time may result in reduced battery life.
For optimum testing time, charge the batteries before use.
With proper care, the batteries should last two to three years. Follow these
recommendations to ensure maximum battery life and optimum testing
performance:
Turn the probe off when the probe is not in use. Leaving the probe on
for extended periods of time will damage the batteries. When the
batteries are discharged, the flashing power ON indicator will not
function.
When possible, leave the robe connected to the battery charger, and
the battery charger connected to the mains electrical supply (charger
operating). The battery charger status indicators will show CHARGER
ON and COMPLETE when the batteries are on a maintenance charge.
Operate the robe only within the optimum operating temperature range
of +20ºC to +30ºC (+68ºF to +86ºF). Although NiMH batteries are
rated for operation in temperatures from -20ºC to +65ºC
(-4ºF to +140ºF), operating the probe at temperature extremes
reduces the operating time of the batteries.
Make sure the batteries are fully charged before resuming operation.
The batteries do not require periodic deep discharges to reverse the
effect caused by repeated shallow discharges, but undercharging can
reduce battery capacity.
If the batteries exhibit low terminal voltages during charging, or if they appear
unable to acquire or maintain a charge, the batteries may be shorted or
damaged. To replace the batteries, see HI-6053 Battery Replacement on
page 62.
For maximum battery life, fully charge the batteries before placing the probe into
service. Failing to fully charge the batteries may result in reduced battery life and
cause premature battery failure.
To charge a battery:
1. Make sure the probe is off or the batteries will not charge.
2. Connect the battery charger to the electrical mains, and then plug the
charger output into the battery charger connector on the probe.
The following LEDs are located on the front of the battery charger:
Before fast charging can begin, the battery voltage must fall within
predetermined acceptable limits. A pulse-trickle charge is provided to
bring a depleted battery to a valid charge prior to fast charge.
If the probe is turned on during the fast charge period of the charge
cycle, the current surge that the batteries provide to the electronics in
the probe will cause a momentary voltage drop on the batteries,
causing the charger to terminate the fast charge based on a peak
voltage detect condition.
The battery charger switches to top-off charge mode that provides a charge
current one-eighth of the fast charge rate. This charge continues from the time
when a peak voltage detect terminates the fast charge, until the maximum time of
180 minutes is reached. If the probe is disconnected from the charger at this
point in the charge cycle, the batteries will operate properly.
The fast charge current is low enough that there is not always enough heating of
the battery cells to cause the voltage to drop. With no voltage drop there is no
peak voltage detection, and the fast charge will terminate after the maximum time
of 180 minutes is reached.
The probe has internal circuitry to track the charge condition of the batteries.
NiMH batteries have a sharp discharge-curve knee, which means there is little
indication that the batteries are nearly discharged prior to a low battery condition.
The internal circuitry tracks the charging and discharging currents of the batteries
and displays the calculated battery condition.
It is possible that the battery charge indication may lose synchronization with the
actual battery condition. A loss of synchronization may be indicated by a low
battery charge alert after the batteries were recently fully charged. Loss of
synchronization may also be indicated by short battery life and premature low
battery alert.
1. Make sure the probe is off or the batteries will not charge.
2. Connect the battery charger to the electrical mains, and then plug the
charger output into the battery charger connector on the probe.
When completely charged, the battery indicator for the probe should indicate a
charge level of more than 90%.
1. Make sure the probe is off or the batteries will not charge.
2. Connect the battery charger to the electrical mains, and then plug the
charger output into the battery charger connector on the probe.
SPECIFICATIONS
The battery charger may be powered by standard line voltage (110–240 VAC,
50–60 Hz) or by an optional automobile cigarette lighter plug (12.5 VDC).
Power
Environmental
M AINTENANCE RECOMMENDATIONS
If the battery charger fails to operate, check for a blown fuse inside the power
entry module. A blown fuse must be replaced with the same value and type of
fuse, or an unsafe condition may result. Use only 250 Volt, 1.0 Amp, Type T
(5 mm x 20 mm) fuses.
To replace a fuse:
1. Two fuses are located in the fuse drawer in the power input module.
Use a screwdriver to open the drawer.
2. The fuse towards the outside of the drawer is the spare. Remove the
spare fuse from the module.
4. Slide the fuse drawer back into the module. Make sure that the drawer
snaps securely into its locked position.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
INTRODUCTION
Housed in a rugged enclosure, power enters the battery charger through a power
entry module, which contains the fuses, or an optional cigarette lighter plug
adapter. The front face of the battery charger displays LEDs that provide the
operating status. The battery charger connects to the device being charged
through a short cord terminated with a power jack.
An integrated circuit within the battery charger monitors the battery voltage and
controls the charging functions according to the charge state of the battery.
The NiMH battery powering the battery-operated probe has high energy density
for maximum operating time between charges, but also has a significant self-
discharge characteristic. When the probe is stored for longer than a week or two,
the battery will discharge even though not in use. Leaving the battery in a
discharged condition for long periods of time may result in reduced battery life.
For optimum testing time, charge the battery before use.
With proper care, the battery should last two to three years. Follow these
recommendations to ensure maximum battery life and optimum testing
performance:
Set the power switch on the probe to the OFF position when the probe
is not in use. Leaving the power switch in the ON position for extended
periods of time will damage the battery. When the battery is
discharged, the flashing power ON indicator will not function.
When possible, leave the probe connected to the battery charger, and
the battery charger connected to the mains electrical supply (charger
operating). The battery charger status indicators will show CHARGER
ON and COMPLETE when the battery is on a maintenance charge.
Make sure the battery is fully charged before resuming operation. The
battery does not require periodic deep discharges to reverse the effect
caused by repeated shallow discharges, but undercharging can reduce
battery capacity.
CHARGING A BATTERY
For maximum battery life, fully charge the battery for the probe before placing the
probe into service. Failing to fully charge the battery may result in reduced
battery life and cause premature battery failure.
To charge a battery:
1. Make sure the power switch on the probe is set to the OFF position or
the battery will not charge.
2. Connect the battery charger to the electrical mains, and then connect
the charger output to the charger jack on the probe.
The following LEDs are located on the front of the battery charger:
Before fast charging can begin, the battery voltage must fall within
predetermined acceptable limits. A pulse-trickle charge is provided to
bring a depleted battery to a valid charge prior to fast charge.
If the probe is turned on during the fast charge period of the charge
cycle, the current surge that the battery provides to the electronics in
the probe will cause a momentary voltage drop on the battery, causing
the charger to terminate the fast charge based on a peak voltage
detect condition.
The battery charger switches to top-off charge mode that provides a charge
current one-eighth of the fast charge rate. This charge continues from the time
when a peak voltage detect terminates the fast charge, until the maximum time of
180 minutes is reached. If the probe is disconnected from the charger at this
point in the charge cycle, the battery will operate properly.
The batteries are small, and the fast charge current is low. The fast charge
current is low enough that there is not always enough heating of the battery cells
to cause the voltage to drop. With no voltage drop there is no peak voltage
detection, and the fast charge will terminate after the maximum time of 180
minutes is reached.
The probe has internal circuitry to track the charge condition of the battery. NiMH
batteries have a sharp discharge-curve knee, which means there is little
indication that the battery is nearly discharged prior to a low battery condition.
The internal circuitry tracks the charging and discharging currents of the battery
and displays the calculated battery condition.
It is possible that the battery charge indication may lose synchronization with the
actual battery condition. A loss of synchronization may be indicated by a low
battery charge alert after the battery was recently fully charged. Loss of
synchronization may also be indicated by short battery life and premature low
battery alert.
1. Make sure the power switch on the probe is set to the OFF position or
the battery will not charge.
2. Connect the battery charger to the electrical mains, and then connect
the charger output to the charger jack on the probe.
3. Press the DISCHARGE button on the battery charger. The battery will
fully discharge, and then fully recharge. The total time required to
discharge and recharge is approximately seven hours.
When completely charged, the battery indicator for the probe should indicate a
charge level of more than 90%.
To discharge a battery:
1. Make sure the power switch on the probe is set to the OFF position or
the battery will not charge.
2. Connect the battery charger to the electrical mains, and then connect
the charger output to the charger jack on the probe.
3. Press the DISCHARGE button on the battery charger. The battery will
fully discharge, and then fully recharge. The total time required to
discharge and recharge is approximately seven hours.
SPECIFICATIONS
The battery charger may be powered by standard line voltage (110–240 VAC,
50–60 Hz) or by an optional automobile cigarette lighter plug (12.5 VDC).
Power
Environmental
M AINTENANCE RECOMMENDATIONS
If the battery charger fails to operate, check for a blown fuse inside the power
entry module. A blown fuse must be replaced with the same value and type of
fuse, or an unsafe condition may result. Use only 250 Volt, 1.0 Amp, Type T
(5 mm x 20 mm) fuses.
To replace a fuse:
1. Two fuses are located in the fuse drawer in the power input module.
Use a screwdriver to open the drawer.
2. The fuse towards the outside of the drawer is the spare. Remove the
spare fuse from the module.
4. Slide the fuse drawer back into the module. Make sure that the drawer
snaps securely into its locked position.
The following information assumes that the HI-6113 Laser Data Interface (LDI),
HI-4413P Fiber Optic Modem, or HI-4413USB Fiber Optic to USB Converter was
purchased and is communicating directly with the probe.
COMMUNICATION PROTOCOL
Parity: N
Stop Bits: 1
Parity: Odd
Stop Bits: 1
COMMAND STRUCTURE
See the following pages for detailed information regarding the command
structure to the probe. When the probe completes the command, it responds with
a string consisting of:
If the command does not require the probe to return any data, the probe simply
responds with the start character (":") then the command letter and a carriage
return. If an error occurs, the probe responds with an error code.
PROBE COMMANDS
All probe commands return :E7 when the probe is turned off.
Probe
Description Probe Response
Command
Probe
Description Probe Response
Command
B=battery flag, N or F
B=battery flag, N or F
sr=10-character software
revision
sn=8-character serial
number
cd=8-character calibration
date
B=battery flag, N or F
Probe
Description Probe Response
Command
Probe
Description Probe Response
Command
:B04.80
=100% of charge
=4.8 volts
:B04.00
=0% of charge
=4.0 volts
=100% of charge
=4.8 volts
:B00F
=0% of charge
=4.0 volts
F=fail level
Percentage reported in
hexadecimal, 0% to 64%
B=battery flag, N or F
B=battery flag, N or F
sr=10-character software
revision
sn=8-character serial
number
cd=8-character calibration
date
B=battery flag, N or F
LDI
Description Probe Response
Command
sn=8-character serial
number
r Laser ON command :r
The blue Laser LED will
illuminate immediately, then the
yellow Receive LED will
illuminate a few seconds after,
indicating the probe is ready for
operation
LDI
Description Probe Response
Command
If an error occurs, the probe will respond with one of the following strings. These
strings begin with a colon and end with a carriage return.
E6 Parity error
ETSProbe DLL is intended for users who want to integrate ETS-Lindgren probes
into their own software system.
About Redistribution
Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification,
are permitted provided the following conditions are met:
Getting Started
1. The function call stack/style is the WinAPI style. This allows the widest
variety of users to be able to call these functions.
2. The functions take and return only basic types of arguments (32 bit
integer, floating point values, and simple c-style zero terminated
strings).
3. All outbound string parameters are allocated by the caller and are
followed in the argument list by a maximum string length integer
parameter.
4. For the same reason, the functions do not take in or send out any
object style parameters.
5. All functions have an integer return value such that 0 will signify
successful completion. All other values that can be returned are
function-specific.
FP-Any
1 FP1000
HI-44xx MS
2 FP2000 FP-Any
3 FP2031 FP-Any
4 FP2033 FP-Any
5 FP2036 FP-Any
6 FP2080 FP-Any
7 FP2083 FP-Any
8 FP2103 FP-Any
9 FP2130 FP-Any
10 FP3000A
11 FP3001
12 FP3080A
13 FP3083
FP-Any
14 FP4000
HI-44xx MS
FP-Any
15 FP4031
HI-44xx MS
FP-Any
16 FP4033
HI-44xx MS
FP-Any
17 FP4080
HI-44xx MS
FP-Any
18 FP4083
HI-44xx MS
FP-Any
19 FP4240
HI-44xx MS
FP-Any
20 FP5000
HI-44xx MS
FP-Any
21 FP5033
HI-44xx MS
FP-Any
22 FP5034
HI-44xx MS
FP-Any
23 FP5036
HI-44xx MS
FP-Any
24 FP5080
HI-44xx MS
FP-Any
25 FP5083
HI-44xx MS
FP-Any
26 FP5240
HI-44xx MS
FP-Any
27 FP6001
HI-44xx MS
28 HI-2200 C300
29 HI-2200 C310
30 HI-2200 E100
31 HI-2200 H200
32 HI-2200 H210
33 HI-3603
34 HI-3604
HI-Any
35 HI-3638
HI-44xx MS
HI-Any
36 HI-3702
HI-44xx MS
37 HI-4417
HI-Any
38 HI-4421
HI-44xx MS
HI-Any
39 HI-4421G
HI-44xx MS
HI-Any
40 HI-4422
HI-44xx MS
HI-Any
41 HI-4431-HCH
HI-44xx MS
HI-Any
42 HI-4431-HSE
HI-44xx MS
HI-Any
43 HI-4431-MSE
HI-44xx MS
HI-Any
44 HI-4431-STE
HI-44xx MS
HI-Any
45 HI-4433-CH
HI-44xx MS
HI-Any
46 HI-4433-GRE
HI-44xx MS
HI-Any
47 HI-4433-HCH
HI-44xx MS
HI-Any
48 HI-4433-HSE
HI-44xx MS
HI-Any
49 HI-4433-LFH
HI-44xx MS
HI-Any
50 HI-4433-STE
HI-44xx MS
HI-Any
51 HI-4450
HI-44xx MS
HI-Any
52 HI-4451
HI-44xx MS
HI-Any
HI-6005 MS
53 HI-6005
HI-6005 HS
HI-6005
HI-Any
HI-6005 MS
54 HI-6022
HI-6005 HS
HI-6005
HI-Any
HI-6005 MS
55 HI-6053
HI-6005 HS
HI-6005
HI-Any
56 HI-6105 Laser HS
Laser
HI-Any
57 HI-6153 Laser HS
Laser
Baud rates are at 9600 and 115.2 K for the laser models.
FP5000 Series
FP4000 Series
HI-6000 Series
HI-6100 Series
HI-4433 Series
HI-4450 Series
FP2000 Series
FP4000 Series
FP5000 Series
FP6001
This simulated probe type is for testing and software development purposes.
Varying field values are generated using a sin function.
Use this type to obtain higher sample rates on 3-axis probes. This type does not
return individual field readings for each axis.
FP6001
HI-6005
HI-6053
FP6001
Hi-6005
HI-6053
HI-6105
HI-6153
HI-3603
HI-3604
HI-2200
ETS_CREATEPROBE()
char CommSettings
HI-Any
FP-Any
HI-44xx MS
HI-6005 MS
HI-6005 HS
Laser HS
Virtual
In most cases HI-Any and FP-Any will communicate
with both HI and FP models. The exception is that
HI-Any must be used to communicate with laser
probe models and FP-Any must be used with the
FP2000-Series probe models.
Use HS types High Speed for higher sample rates.
The HI-44xx HS family does not return individual data
from each axis, but does increase the sample rate.
char name
Any user specified name
myProbe
Etc.
ETS_BATTERY()
Purpose: To obtain the current field units setting for the probe.
Purpose: Used with commands that start with the word Initiate
to determine when an operation is finished.
Output Parameters: The model name is placed in the user allocated string
buffer.
Output Parameters: The probe name is placed in the user allocated string
buffer.
Purpose: Reads the battery status of the probe and returns only
after the probe has responded or a timeout has
occurred.
Purpose: Sets the range for the probe. The default value is 0,
which is in Auto Range. The number of ranges is
probe-dependent.
Purpose: Switches the field units for the probe. The available
units are probe-dependent. Consult the probe user
manual for more information.
Codes Description
0 OK
6 Operation timeout
7 Busy
29 Battery fail
30 Battery warning
Factory Issued by
ETS-Lindgren, L.P. ETS-Lindgren, L.P.
1301 Arrow Point Drive 1301 Arrow Point Drive
Cedar Park, TX, USA 78613 Cedar Park, TX, USA 78613
APPLICABLE REQUIREMENTS
Standard Criteria