ProCal Calibration SoftwareProCal Calibration SoftwareWriting Procedures Using ProEdit

ProEdit :: ProEdit :: Complete Procedure ManagementComplete Procedure Management ProEdit provides all the tools to allow creation,editing and general management of procedures.

Procedures can be added to the library by : Writing a procedure manually Using a wizard to automatically create procedures Importing a procedure from external sources, e.g.

– Procedures written on a anotherProCal system

– Procedures supplied on a CD– Procedures downloaded from

the Internet

Additional management tools such as delete, copy and exportare also available in ProEdit.

ProEdit :: ProEdit :: Procedure Builder Wizard OverviewProcedure Builder Wizard OverviewThis function provides automatic creation of procedures based on key information, including : Instrument details (model, description, manufacturer etc.) Instrument functions Instrument ranges Instrument specifications

The procedure builder will produce a fully formatted procedure, including section titles.

Although it is possible to produce a fully complete procedure, it may be necessary to edit some tests to adjustspecifications (e.g. the DC currentrange may be the same specificationExcept for the 10A range)

ProEdit :: ProEdit :: Multimeter Procedure BuilderMultimeter Procedure BuilderThis function provides automatic creation of Multimeterprocedures, including the following functions :

DC Voltage & Current AC Voltage & Current DC Resistance Linearity (with custom defined step size) Additional checks for continuity bleeper & display

The procedure can be configured to use uncertainty statements or toImplement the automatic uncertaintycalculation system.

ProEdit :: ProEdit :: Oscilloscope Procedure BuilderOscilloscope Procedure BuilderThis function provides automatic creation of Oscilloscopeprocedures, including the following functions : General operation checks (pass/fail type tests) Amplitude Timebase Bandwidth (frequency sweep)

The procedure builder allows theSetup of multiple channels usingEither number of letter channel Identifiers e.g. Channel A,B,C etcor Channel 1,2,3 etc.

The procedure can be configured to use uncertainty statements or toImplement the automatic uncertaintycalculation system.

ProEdit :: ProEdit :: Power Supply Procedure BuilderPower Supply Procedure BuilderThis function provides automatic creation of power supplyprocedures, including the following functions : Voltage ranges – with custom step size Current ranges – with custom step sizes 2 Fixed output function tests Output resistance test

The procedure can be configured to use the Transmille power supplycalibration adaptor (recommendedas this provides all the requiredfunctionality including a built incurrent load).Use of a normal multimeter for voltageReadings and General type tests for current measurements (obtained usingother methods) is also supported.

ProEdit :: ProEdit :: Insulation Tester Procedure BuilderInsulation Tester Procedure BuilderThis function provides automatic creation of insulation testerprocedures, including the following functions :

Continuity resistance Continuity test current Insulation resistance Insulation test voltage AC voltage measurement General operation checks

This procedure requires use of aTransmille 2100 Electrical TestEquipment Calibrator.

ProEdit :: ProEdit :: RCD Tester Procedure BuilderRCD Tester Procedure BuilderThis function provides automatic creation of RCD testerprocedures, including the following functions :

Trip current tests Trip current multiplier tests @ ½, 2 & 5I Trip time tests Additional checks (including mains voltage measurement)

This procedure requires use of aTransmille 2100 Electrical TestEquipment Calibrator.

ProEdit :: ProEdit :: PAT Procedure BuilderPAT Procedure BuilderThis function provides automatic creation ofPortable Appliance Tester procedures,including the following functions :

Earth Bond (including linearity) Insulation Resistance Leakage Current Flash (Class 1 & 2) Load Tests (0.13kVA & S/C)

This procedure requires use of aTransmille 2100 Electrical TestEquipment Calibrator.

ProEdit :: ProEdit :: Loop Tester Procedure BuilderLoop Tester Procedure BuilderThis function provides automatic creation of Loop testerprocedures, including the following functions :

Loop resistance (up to 3 ranges) General checks

This procedure requires use of aTransmille 2100 Electrical TestEquipment Calibrator.

ProEdit :: ProEdit :: Pressure Indicator Procedure BuilderPressure Indicator Procedure BuilderThis function provides automatic creation ofpressure Indicator procedures.Tests are set up as a pressure span(min/max) with test points automaticallydetermined and displayed graphically :

Tests can be set to use a Druck515 pressure calibrator or touse General type tests formanual data entry.

ProEdit :: ProEdit :: Pressure Transmitter Procedure BuilderPressure Transmitter Procedure Builder

Tests can be set to use a Druck515 pressure calibrator or touse General type tests formanual data entry.

This function provides automatic creation ofpressure transmitter procedures.Tests are set up as a pressure span(min/max) with test points automaticallydetermined and displayed graphically :

ProEdit :: ProEdit :: Searching For a ProcedureSearching For a Procedure

Procedures can be selected using the search screen.This allows procedures to be located using a variety ofsearch parameters, including :

Procedure Number Version Number Manufacturer Description Model Number Date Created/Edited

Enter one or more Parameters, then clickStart Search

Use ‘wildcard’ searches, eg. Trans* to search for any manufacturer beginning with Trans.

ProEdit :: ProEdit :: Selecting a ProcedureSelecting a Procedure

Once located using the search screen, a list of proceduresfound will be displayed. Simply highlight one of theseprocedures and click Accept.

The re-search button allows the user to go back to thesearch screen to refine the search if required.

ProEdit :: ProEdit :: Instrument InformationInstrument InformationThe instrument information screen records the main detailsabout the instrument.

Additional information includes :

Report Filename Comment lines 1-5 Certificate Titles Stock code / price Results type Pass/Fail or % Spec.

The technical help filecan also be accessedfrom this screen.

ProEdit :: ProEdit :: Uncertainty Statements & Uncertainty Statements & Traceable InstrumentsTraceable Instruments

The uncertainty statements for this procedure are displayed.Up to 10 statements can be selected.

Traceable instrumentsused for this procedurecan be selected usingthe lower section ofthis screen. Theinstruments need onlybe selected here if theyare not one of thesystem references (as set in ProSet) asthese references willautomatically berecorded.

Traceable instruments can also be set within a specific test, e.g. a Standard Resistor

ProEdit :: ProEdit :: Editing a Test : OverviewEditing a Test : Overview

A test is comprised of a test type and test function (where applicable). These testtypes determine which settings are required onthe test edit screen.

A set of ‘tabs’ is available which allowsproperties to be set for a specific test :

Test – Main test information Prompts – Text, picture and video prompts Instruments – RS232 / GPIB instrument

control Advanced – Formulas, autostep control

etc. Print – Print settings for current test

ProEdit :: ProEdit :: Editing a Test : NavigationEditing a Test : NavigationProEdit displays preview of the current test (plus 2 tests either side)

To see a scrollable list of all tests, click

ProEdit :: ProEdit :: Editing a Test : Navigation (Cont’d)Editing a Test : Navigation (Cont’d)

Move up and down the tests

To add a new test to the end of the procedure, moveto the last test. The NEXT button will change to NEW TEST – click to add a new test to the end of theprocedure.

Insert a test above the current test

Copies test data into memory – use with paste function

Paste a test (will query user if existing data alreadyexists in the current test)

Delete a test (this will ‘shuffle’ all tests up)

ProEdit :: ProEdit :: Editing a Test : Test TypeEditing a Test : Test TypeThe test type is the first item to select when creating a test :

The test type selected determines which system referenceProCal will control when the procedure is run :

Oscilloscope Reference Instrument 3

Meter Reference Instrument 1

Measurement Reference Instrument 2

General NonePass/Fail None Certificate Format NoneContinuity / Ins… Reference

Instrument 4PAT Reference

Instrument 4RCD Tester Reference

Instrument 4Loop Tester Reference

Instrument 4Pressure Reference

Instrument 6

ProEdit :: ProEdit :: Editing a Test : Test FunctionEditing a Test : Test FunctionThe test function is displayed based on the test type selected. This is notrelevant for test types which are generic (General, Pass/Fail and CertificateFormat)

ProEdit :: ProEdit :: Editing a Test : Test TabEditing a Test : Test Tab

The test tab allows the main test settings to be entered : Test Title Test Value Instrument Range Accuracy -> % or Reading + % of Range + Zero/Total Accuracy + Counts Test Value Decimal Places Reading Decimal Places (optional) Result Input -> Keyboard (Manual) • Keyboard (Deviate) • Deviate Calibrator Uncertainties

ProEdit will perform a check to ensure all data entered isvalid. This check can be runat any time by clicking the ‘C’button in the bottom rightcorner of the screen.

ProEdit :: ProEdit :: Editing a Test : Prompts TabEditing a Test : Prompts Tab

The prompts tab allows multiple user prompts to be set up :

‘Show prompt screen before test’ option Before test prompt file (text, picture or video) Before test prompt text Calibration test prompt file (text, picture or video) Calibration prompt text

Calibration prompts will be available using the calibration help buttonduring a calibration.

ProEdit :: ProEdit :: Editing a Test : Instruments TabEditing a Test : Instruments TabThe instruments tab allows reference to and/or control of otherinstruments be set up. Selection of a specific uncertainty table & lineis also done on this screen : Ref. Inst : Select an instrument from the traceable list for use by this test.

If a measured value is stored, this will be used as the nominal valuee.g. a standard resistor

Uncert Template : Manually select an uncertainty template (AUTO will be displayed if the traceable instrument has a default uncertainty template)

Uncert. Line : Manually select an uncertainty line from the uncertainty table of the selected traceable instrument (will display AUTO if only one lineavailable)

ProEdit :: ProEdit :: Editing a Test : Instruments Tab (Cont’d)Editing a Test : Instruments Tab (Cont’d)The Pre and Post command windows provide a powerful way ofcontrolling additional devices using the GPIB / RS232 interfaceswhere available. Pre Test Command

Commands entered here will be run before the test screen is displayedThis is useful for setting up instruments or test stations to the correct state prior to performing the measurement or outputting a value.

Post Test CommandsCommands entered here will be run after the test is completed, or if a test is aborted. This is useful for setting an instrument or test station to standby condition between tests.

ProEdit :: ProEdit :: Editing a Test : Instruments Tab (Cont’d)Editing a Test : Instruments Tab (Cont’d)

The Pre and Post command windows use a built inlanguage designed to be easy to use.

Commands are entered in the format<Address / COM Port> <Instrument Command> <Terminator>

e.g. @01 R1/O100/S0>CR

This command talks to traceable instrument 1 and sends a commandfollowed by a carriage return terminating character.

ProEdit :: ProEdit :: Editing a Test : Advanced TabEditing a Test : Advanced TabThe advanced tab provides access to additional test settings :

Peak Hold : This option allows peak hold to be activated (measurement test)

Formula : Nominal or reading values can be recalculated using a formula

Enable Dual Units : Set the test value and DMM range to different units – e.g. measuring current using a shunt to read back in volts

Number of Coil Turns : Allows ProCal to automatically scale output based oncoil connected

Autostep : Set up test to automatically step on if within a specific % of spec

Samples Before Autostep : Number of reading taken before automaticallymoving to the next test

External UUT Control ProgramRun an external program to perform a custom functionat beginning of test (eg. Setup UUT)

External UUT Adjustment ProgramRun an external program to perform a custom functionat the end of a test (eg. Adjust UUT)

ProEdit :: ProEdit :: Editing a Test : Print TabEditing a Test : Print TabThe print tab allows the print setting to be configured.This tab will display different setting depending on the test type

For all tests except a Certificate Format type test the print tab displays thefollowing settings :

Always print test : Print test regardless of result

Print only if failed : Print test for a failed result onlyDo not print test : Never print test – ideal for ‘setup’ or connection checks

Print Only If Completed : Print only if the test has been performed

Note : This function intelligently hides a test title preceeding this type of print format to allow ‘optional’ sections of a procedure to be created –ideal for instruments which have optional functions, allowing a singleprocedure to cover all combination of functions

ProEdit :: ProEdit :: Editing a Test : Print Tab (Cont’d)Editing a Test : Print Tab (Cont’d)

For Certificate Format type test the print tab displays the following settings

Print Type : Comment Line, Title Line, Blank Line or Page Break

Comment or Title : Up to 80 characters

Edit During Calibration : When a title or comment line is set for edit,ProCal will present the user with a dialog box asking user to edit thetext. This is ideal for entering specific values (eg. Temperature) oreven readings which cannot be entered in the conventional way.

ProEdit :: ProEdit :: Copying a TestCopying a Test

ProEdit allows a single procedure to be copied and creates a duplicate

Simply select a procedure to copy (eg. MIC39 multimeter), click acceptand the procedure will be copied and added to the library as‘Copy of MIC39’

ProEdit :: ProEdit :: Deleting a TestDeleting a Test

ProEdit allows one or more procedures to be deleted at a time

Simply select procedure(s), click accept and the procedure(s) will be deleted.

ProEdit :: ProEdit :: Edit Uncertainty StatementsEdit Uncertainty Statements

Use the uncertainty statements editor for adding or editing statements.

Additional lines can be added by clicking on the Add New Linebutton.

The Search For Procedures button will search the procedurelibrary and list all procedure numbers which use this uncertaintystatement.

ProEdit :: ProEdit :: Import / Export ProceduresImport / Export ProceduresThe import function allows procedures to be loaded from another source(CD / USB drive) which has been exported by ProEdit on another computer .

Use the export function to save procedures todisc (eg. For backuppurposes) – procedurescan be saved to CD by exporting to the local hard drive first then usinganother program to copy to a CD.

Exported procedures are saved in compressed format. The importfunction must be used to add procedures to the library to allowregistration on the system (procedures cannot be copied manually)

ProEdit :: ProEdit :: Edit Custom ListsEdit Custom ListsProEdit allows user customisable lists for manufacturer names andInstrument descriptions.

These custom lists are usedIn various locations to makeselection of descriptions andmanufacturer names easier.

ProEdit :: ProEdit :: View / Edit Procedure CostingView / Edit Procedure CostingEach procedure can have either a calibration price or a stock code stored.

This editing screen allowsPrices / codes to be enteredwithout needing to edit eachProcedure individually.

ProEdit :: ProEdit :: Advanced FunctionsAdvanced Functions

Advanced functions :

Compact & Update All ProceduresThis function will step through all procedures and compact to minimise disc space required. This function should also be run when advised after a software update to ensure all procedure structure are up to date.

Archive Procedure Before EditingThis option turns on/off the archiving of procedures when editing. A message will ask if the procedure should be archived when the procedure is opened using the edit function.

ProEdit :: ProEdit :: Web Procedures – Set-upWeb Procedures – Set-up

This cost option allowscredits to be registered onthe computer and proceduresto be downloaded from theTransmille web site.

To activate this system, obtainyour unlock code fromTransmille and enter in thebox provided :

ProEdit :: ProEdit :: Web Procedures – ImportingWeb Procedures – Importing

The WEB procedures import function is separate from the normal importfunction. Simply select the procedures which have already beendownloaded from the Transmille web site and select to import.