Cirris CR, User Manual

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Page 2: ...re 5 Attaching the Installed Software to the Network Database Server 5 Starting the Software 6 Updating the Server Configuration 6 SETTING UP THE CR TESTER 7 Electrical Assembly 7 Installing Add on Scanners 8 Installing more than 7 Add on Scanners 10 CHECKING THE SYSTEM 11 Troubleshooting a Red Status Indicator 12 Checking the Sound 13 HELP 15 Accessing the Online Manual Help System 15 GERNERAL IN...

Page 3: ...stomer Support may be reached at 1 800 441 9910 Booster Cable s One per Booster Scanner Caution Improper installation of this cable may damage your equipment Base Scanner One required per system Provides 256 points USB Cable easy wire install CD Wrist Strap Hand Held Probe Terminators Two per Base Scanner Add On Scanner s Up to seven can connect to a Base Scanner or Booster Scanner Extra Power Sup...

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Page 5: ...space 4 GB RAM 256 MB min video memory 1024 x 768 min display resolution sound for audible feedback USB 2 0 or 3 0 port Internet connection Not required but if available can facilitate support issues Sound Optional Accessories Printer For printing test reports and fixturing information Label Printer For printing labels to apply to the device under test PC Network Card For sharing test information ...

Page 6: ...reviously installed software version is from 7 0 to 9 0 perform the steps in Removing easy wire version 7 0 9 0 and storing the data below before installing the current software You must first remove the previous version and store its data files before you install the new version If your previously installed software version is 2008 2 0 or newer proceed with Installing the Software below Removing ...

Page 7: ...cause core files are generated during the first run of the software If you have installed the Cirris Server Software proceed to the Updating the Server Configuration section Attaching the Installed Software to the Network Database Server 1 On each station that will be attached to your network click the Windows Start button 2 Click on All Programs Cirris Systems Corporation Installed Software Attac...

Page 8: ... ve updated an existing installation the user name and password should still be the same 4 Verify that everything is working by completing Checking the System on page 11 Updating the Server Configuration Share the Cirris folder with those who have read write permissions Default folder location Windows XP C Documents and Settings All Users Shared Documents Cirris Vista Windows 7 Windows 8 C Users P...

Page 9: ...nt motors Keep such devices at least 2 feet from the test system test fixturing and device under test Otherwise measurement accuracy may be compromised Note LCD monitors flat screens do not generally affect the tester Electrical Assembly 1 Connect the USB cable from the USB port on the back of the Base Scanner to your computer 2 Plug the power supply latch side up into the Base Scanner s power con...

Page 10: ...ist strap connect it to the back of the tester 6 If this is a single scanner system connect the terminators to the unused scanner ports Then proceed to Checking the System on page 11 If this is a multi scanner system see the following section Then proceed to Checking the System on page 11 Installing Add on Scanners Consider the information below before installing your add on scanner s To computer ...

Page 11: ...reby reducing fixture length resistance and capacitance For this type of configuration you must order custom box to box cables from Cirris The maximum total length of a box to box cable is 200 ft 60m Close together Stacking add on scanners onto the base unit is the standard configuration The system is less susceptible to electrical noise in the environment and therefore generally more accurate Thi...

Page 12: ...t a Booster Cable from the base Scanner Booster Out connector to the Booster Scanner Booster In connector Warning If you attach the Booster cable to the Add on Out connector you may damage your system 3 Connect a terminator to each unused connector port as shown 4 Make sure to plug all the power cords and the computer into the same grounded power strip For large systems do the following Chain the ...

Page 13: ...ct Default Tester and Frequency window will appear on your screen a Enter the station name or server name the station name will be used on reports generated by this station 3 Select easy wire CR as the tester that will be attached to this station Important Make sure you select the correct tester If you select the incorrect tester you can change testers by going to System Setup Options in Utilities...

Page 14: ...tatus Indicator section below For any other unresolved problems see Startup and Verify in the easy wire help system or call Cirris Technical Support at 1 800 441 9910 Troubleshooting a Red Status Indicator If you have a red status indicator on the main menu of the software do the following 1 Verify that the USB cable is connected between the computer and the Base Scanner 2 Verify that there is pow...

Page 15: ...e easy wire main menu click the test sound button You should hear two trumpet sounds coming from your tester 2 If you hear the sounds skip to Completing a Network Install If you do not hear the sounds continue with the steps below 3 From the easy wire main menu click Utilities 4 Click Setup System Options 5 Open the Computer tab and click Change Volume ...

Page 16: ...Utilities window will be open on your screen click Done to return to the main menu 9 If you are still having sound problems try the following Verify that speakers are connected to the PC and have power Verify that the speakers are on and that the volume is turned up Verify that the volume on your PC is turned up the PC volume control can be found on your windows task bar If sound problems persist ...

Page 17: ... of the online manual may be printed if desired 1 In the easy wire software click the Help button at the bottom of any window The help information for that window will appear on the screen 2 If an information bar appears at the top of the help window click the information bar and then click Allow Blocked Content If there is no information bar skip to step 4 3 When this security warning appears cli...

Page 18: ...at specific topic In every Help page you can do the following Click Contents to view the easy wire manual by chapter Click Search to find information using key words Click Contact to view the contact information for all Cirris locations reps and distributors Click Website to view the Cirris website if your PC has an internet connection ...

Page 19: ... to service any circuit board at the component level All component level service should be performed by Cirris technicians Calibration With your CR tester you should have received a Certificate of Calibration Before leaving the factory every CR tester is calibrated in compliance with ANSI NCSL Z540 1 1994 and MIL STD 45662A to standards traceable to the NIST in the United States The tester should ...

Page 20: ...e fixturing types see the Fixturing Guide section included in this manual Each demo includes a step by step tutorial and a small harness board you can connect to your system to get hands on training For more information call Cirris sales and customer service at 1 800 441 9910 Support calls If you need additional help a Cirris Customer Support representative is ready to assist you Inside the U S A ...

Page 21: ...ered a breach of this warranty Cirris Systems Corporation is not responsible for special incidental or consequential damages resulting from any breach of warranty or under any other legal theory including lost profits downtime goodwill damage to or replacement of equipment and property and any costs of recovering materials used with the CR CH Analyzer ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARISING OUT OF SALES OF...

Page 22: ...Cirris CR User Manual Version 2018 2 0 2016 Cirris Systems 401 North 5600 West Salt Lake City Utah 84116 USA www cirris com ...