Instruction Manual for

AUTOMATIC PRESSURE
OUTPUT MODULE POC4

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Operation panel (front panel)

Connection panel (rear panel)

G1/8
88 to 264 V
PNEUMATIC SAFETY Type: POC4
50/60 Hz
SOURCE PRESSURE MAY LEAK TO THE OUTPUT PORT UNDER
60 VA MAX FAULT CONDITION. ENSURE PNEUMATIC SUPPLY IS Serial number: 250
FUSES T2.0 A ISOLATED AND VENTED WHEN NOT IN USE.
MAXIMUM SOURCE PRESSURE = 125% FULL SCALE
SUPPLY INPUT

VENT SOURCE OUTLET

REFERENCE
M5
ELECTRICAL SAFETY 0 1 0 1
INSTRUMENT MUST BE CONNECTED TO
PROTECTIVE EARTH/GROUND CONDUCTOR. ANALOGUE OPTIONAL STACKING RS232 IEEE488 CALIBRATION
INTERFACE MODE
OUTPUT
CONTENTS

PART A GENERAL

1 GENERAL OVERVIEW ...........................................................................................................A - 1

1.1 Unpacking and Inspection..................................................................................................A - 2
1.2 Safety..................................................................................................................................A - 3

2 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION ................................................................................................A - 4

2.1 General ...............................................................................................................................A - 4
2.2 Instrument Electronics........................................................................................................A - 4
2.2.1 Digital Electronics .........................................................................................................A - 4
2.2.2 Analogue Circuit Operation ..........................................................................................A - 5

3 INSTALLATION .......................................................................................................................A - 7
3.1 Safety Instruction................................................................................................................A - 7
3.1.1 Input/Output Connections.............................................................................................A - 7
3.2 Electrical Connections........................................................................................................A - 8
3.2.1 Electrical Safety Instructions ........................................................................................A - 8
3.2.2 Power Supply Connections ..........................................................................................A - 8
3.3 Communications Interface Connections ............................................................................A - 9
3.4 Pressure Connections ......................................................................................................A - 10
3.4.1 Pressure Safety Instructions ......................................................................................A - 10
3.4.2 Connection..................................................................................................................A - 10

4 CALIBRATION .......................................................................................................................A - 12

PART B OPERATION

1 GENERAL ............................................................................................................................... B - 1

2 USING POC4 TOGETHER WITH BEAMEX PRESSURE CALIBRATORS ......................... B - 2

2.1 Serial communication .........................................................................................................B - 3
2.1.1 Beamex pressure calibrator settings............................................................................B - 3
2.1.2 POC4 settings ..............................................................................................................B - 4

3 TROUBLESHOOTING............................................................................................................ B - 5
PART C CONFIGURATION

1 GENERAL ............................................................................................................................... C - 1

2 BASIC SETUP MENU............................................................................................................. C - 3

2.1 Power Up ........................................................................................................................... C - 3
2.2 Keyboard ........................................................................................................................... C - 4
2.3 Recalling/Replacing Default Settings................................................................................ C - 4
2.4 Controller Setup (Stability, Autospeed and Automax) ...................................................... C - 5
2.4.1 Stability ........................................................................................................................ C - 6
2.4.2 Autospeed.................................................................................................................... C - 7
2.4.3 Automax....................................................................................................................... C - 7
2.5 Setting a P.I.N. protection ................................................................................................. C - 8
2.6 Displaying the Software Version ....................................................................................... C - 8
2.7 Self Test: Electronic .......................................................................................................... C - 9
2.8 Self Test: Pneumatic ....................................................................................................... C - 10
2.9 Basic Setup Menu Flowsheet.......................................................................................... C - 11

3 COMMUNICATIONS SETUP ............................................................................................... C - 12

3.1 RS232 Setup ................................................................................................................... C - 12

4 MORE SETTINGS................................................................................................................. C - 16
4.1 Scale ................................................................................................................................ C - 16
4.2 Setup Zero ....................................................................................................................... C - 17
4.2.1 Manual Zero............................................................................................................... C - 17
4.2.2 Timed Zero ................................................................................................................ C - 17
4.2.3 Auto Zero ................................................................................................................... C - 17
4.3 Setpoint............................................................................................................................ C - 18
4.3.1 Value.......................................................................................................................... C - 18
4.3.2 Ratio and Preset........................................................................................................ C - 19
4.4 Rate ................................................................................................................................. C - 19

PART D MAINTENANCE

1 MAINTENANCE ...................................................................................................................... D - 1
1.1 Safety Instructions ............................................................................................................. D - 1
1.2 Fuse Replacement ............................................................................................................ D - 2
1.3 Replace Vent, Source and Outlet Manifold Filters............................................................ D - 3
1.4 Cleaning............................................................................................................................. D - 3
1.5 Fault Finding...................................................................................................................... D - 3
1.5.1 Error Codes ................................................................................................................. D - 4
1.6 Approved Service Agents.................................................................................................. D - 5

APPENDIXES

1 INSTRUMENT SPECIFICATION.............................................................................................X - 1
A - GENERAL
1 GENERAL OVERVIEW
POC4 is a automatic pressure output module intended for applications in
automatic pressure testing and calibration.

POC4 is used together with Beamex pressure calibrators PC104, PC106 and
PC106P. Instructions on how to use POC4 and Beamex pressure calibrators can
be found in Section B in this manual and in the user manual of the calibrator.

A rugged piezo resistive transducer measures pressure and is compensated to

standard or enhanced accuracy as required.

Dual loop control provides extremely accurate and repeatable setting of pressure
output.

The pneumatic control actuator achieves this level of control whilst also providing
fast response and very low gas supply consumption.

Only 2U of 19 inch rack is required to house the unit which is controlled remotely
by a host computer for fully automatic applications.

Pressure demands from a Beamex pressure calibrator via an RS232 interface are
converted by POC4 into a regulated pressure supplied from a line or bottle
source.

Option B provides negative pressure calibration.

POC4's RS232 interface also communicates with any computer equipped with a
suitable software for serial communication. The use of this additional feature is
described in a separate manual that is available from Beamex when requested.

NOTE!
Using POC4 together with Beamex pressure calibrators does not require any
knowledge of serial communication. All the necessary information for applications
with Beamex calibrators are included in this manual.

POC4 - General A-1

1.1 Unpacking and Inspection
At the factory each new POC4 passes a careful inspection. It should be free of
scrapes and scratches and in proper operation order upon receipt. The receiver
should, however, inspect the unit for any damage that may have occurred during
transit. If there are signs of obvious mechanical damage, package contents are
incomplete, or the instrument does not operate according to specifications,
contact the purchasing sales office as soon as possible.

The standard accessories are as follows:

• POC4 Instruction manual

• Calibration Certificates
• Power Supply Lead

If you have to return the instrument to the factory for any reason, use the original
packing whenever possible. Include a detailed description of the reason for the
return.

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1.2 Safety
The Manufacturer has designed this product to be entirely safe when operated
correctly.

l Please pay close attention to the Safety Instructions outlined on this page and
elsewhere in this manual. They have been designed to protect the user from
personal injury and the equipment from damage.

l Potentially hazardous operations are indicated in the text

by means of a hazard warning triangle. Specific warnings
relating to each section of the manual are given at the
beginning of that section. On the instrument, this symbol
indicates that the user should refer to the User Manual.

l Please observe the installation advice and any operational limits given in this
manual.

l This equipment must only be used for the purpose for which it was designed

Pressure Safety
Do not permit pressures greater than the Safe Working Pressure to be applied to
the instrument. The specified Safe Working Pressure for the instrument is stated
in the Specification section of this manual.

Electrical Safety
The instrument is designed to be completely safe when used with Options and
Accessories supplied by the manufacturer for use with the instrument.

Toxic Materials
During normal operation it is not possible for the user to come into contact with
any hazardous substance which might be employed in the construction of the
instrument. The use of hazardous materials in the construction of this instrument
has been minimized.

Repair and Maintenance

This publication contains information and warnings which must be followed for
safe operation and to maintain the equipment in a safe condition. Use qualified*
personnel and good engineering practice for all procedures in this publication.
The operator must not use this equipment for any other purpose than that stated.

Do not apply a pressure greater than the maximum pressure stated.

* A qualified person must have attended a product training course given by the
manufacturer or appointed agent and successfully completed the training
course on this equipment.

POC4 - General A-3

2 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

2.1 General
The POC4 instrument is a single channel automatic pressure output module,
designed to be programmed from an external computer system. No user controls
are provided on the instrument, its local keyboard being used only for Set-up,
Calibration and Maintenance operations. The use of these functions are
described in Sections C, D and E respectively.

Digital programming of the instrument is effected via a RS232 serial interface.

When using POC4 together with Beamex pressure calibrators, no programming
or specific commands are required. The calibrator supervises the use of POC4.

POC4 can be configured in a number of different ways as detailed in Section C.

This section also details the installation procedures.

2.2 Instrument Electronics

2.2.1 Digital Electronics

The instrument draws its power supplies from an internal power supply unit which
is, in turn, powered from an external AC source.

An internal microprocessor system controls the RS232 communications channel.

One RS232 port is provided and one optional IEEE 488 channel (not applicable
with Beamex calibrators). The RS232 port has three inputs: one is used for the
communications channel. The other optional RS232 inputs two are not required
when using POC4 together with Beamex pressure calibrators. The use of the
optional IEEE488 channel and the optional RS232 ports are not discussed in this
manual.

The microprocessor system also controls the flow of data to the instrument’s
display. The display is a two line (20 characters/line) liquid crystal dot matrix type.
Operationally, it is used to display pressures, functions and messages.

A keyboard, linked to the microprocessor, provides a user interface for Setup and
Calibration purposes only. It is not used for normal operation, all operational
commands being sent from the connected pressure calibrator.

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 Control of the Analogue to Digital (A-D) Converters used in the analogue and
valve control circuits is effected via the microprocessor system’s bi-directional
control bus. A simplified description of the analogue control channel follows.

BEAMEX RS232
PRESSURE INPUT
CALIBRATOR
DISPLAY

OPTIONAL DAISY
OPTIONAL CHAIN
INTERFACE INTERFACE
(REAR) SWITCHING
NETWORK KEYBOARD
MICROCONTROLLER
SYSTEM
OPTIONAL
OPTIONAL
INTERFACE
INTERFACE
(FRONT)

BI-DIRECTIONAL
CONTROL BUS
OPTIONAL IEEE 488 TO ANALOGUE
INTERFACE INTERFACE IEEE 488 BUS CIRCUITS

POWER TO
POWER
AC POWER SUPPLY ANALOGUE & DIGITAL
UNIT CIRCUITS

2.2.2 Analogue Circuit Operation

Output pressure control is effected by means two solenoid operated valves. One
of these valves, the Apply valve, controls the application of a source pressure to
the output manifold. The other valve, the Release valve, releases the output
pressure. The output pressure is controlled by modulating the drive to each of
these valves, controlling their relative on/off times. An Isolation valve, also
controlled by the microprocessor, is used to isolate POC4 from the external
pneumatic system. The output pressure of POC4 (external system pressure when
the isolation valve is open), is measured by a suitably scaled, internally mounted,
pressure transducer.

Pressure demands to POC4 are sent via the RS232 communications interface
and decoded by the microprocessor. The decoded demand is sent to the Setpoint
A-D converter, processed (with other loop control terms) and applied to an error
amplifier. The other input to the error amplifier is the transducer output signal,
(representing the actual pressure at the output).

The error amplifier produces a bipolar error signal proportional to the magnitude
and direction of the error between the Setpoint demand and the actual output of
POC4. This error is first processed by an Error Signal Processing circuit, under
the control of the microprocessor, to drive a pulse width modulator. The output of
the pulse width modulator drives the Apply and Release valves to change the
output pressure in an appropriate direction to correct the error i.e. to equalize the
setpoint demand and pressure feedback signals. A temperature feedback signal

POC4 - General A-5

 from the output manifold, modifies the drive to the output valves should they
become overheated.

An analogue signal, proportional to the output pressure, is derived from the output
of the pressure sensing transducer. The output of the pressure transducer is
scaled by an amplifier/buffer and filtered before outputting from the instrument as
a DC signal. The gain of the output amplifier is set during manufacture to provide
the scale range.

When POC4 is used together with Beamex pressure calibrators POC4 performs
continuous pressure control only while it is reaching for the target pressure. As
the desired pressure is reached the pressure calibrator shuts POC4 off. This is
done in order to have as few disturbing variables as possible while measuring the
calibration point.

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3 INSTALLATION
Usually POC4 is already installed in a MCS100 Bench or Table Top system or
separately in a 19" rack. Also all the necessary connections are already done.
These following chapters are only necessary during uninstallation and
reinstallation of POC4.

3.1 Safety Instruction

IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT THE INSTALLATION OF
ELECTRICAL AND PNEUMATIC SUPPLIES BE
UNDERTAKEN BY A COMPETENT PERSON.

THE INSTRUMENT IS DESIGNED TO BE RACK

MOUNTED IN A STANDARD 19" RACK OR SUB-RACK
AND OCCUPIES 2U OF SPACE.

3.1.1 Input/Output Connections

All connections to the instrument, with the exception of an optional User Interface
connection, located on the front panel, are made to the rear panel of the
instrument. The following picture shows a diagram of a rear panel layout, together
with the electrical and pressure connections.

POC4 - General A-7

3.2 Electrical Connections

3.2.1 Electrical Safety Instructions

IT IS IMPORTANT TO USE THE CORRECT SUPPLY
SETTINGS. OPERATING VOLTAGE RANGES ARE MARKED
ON THE REAR PANEL OF THE INSTRUMENT AND ARE
GIVEN IN SECTION 1, SPECIFICATION.

It is essential that the Earth lead (colored green/yellow) is connected to the

AC Supply Protective Safety Earth.

Before making any electrical connections to the rear panel, isolate the incoming
power supply.

Before removing any covers, isolate the instrument from all its supplies.

3.2.2 Power Supply Connections

The instrument is powered from AC mains. The supply voltage should be within
88 to 264 V and the supply frequency 47 to 65 Hz. The power consumption is
60 VA

The AC power supply socket assembly (IEC 320 connector) is located on the rear
panel as shown on the left picture below.

A fuse is also contained within the power socket assembly, details of the fuse
fitting being shown in the rightmost of the previous pictures. Both Line (L) and
Neutral (N) are individually fused.

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 If the AC power supply need to be connected, proceed as follows (the numbers
inside brackets refer to the pictures on the previous page).

m Insert the molded I.E.C. connector (1) into the power supply socket (2)
and connect to a suitable AC power source. See previous text for
specifications.
m Switch on the AC power source.
m Check that the display is on.
m If the instrument display does not come on, isolate the external power
supply and remove the IEC connector (1) from the power socket (2).
m Remove the fuse carrier (3), insert one or two new fuses (4) as required
and replace the fuse carrier. Fuses are Type T2A, rated at 250V, 2
Amps.
m Replace the IEC connector (1) and switch on the power supply and the
instrument. The display should now come on.
m Switch off the power supply to the instrument.

3.3 Communications Interface Connections

Only the RS232 connector in the rear panel of POC4 is used when connecting a
Beamex pressure calibrator to POC4. Use the RS4 cable supplied with POC4.

Also remember to set the switch labeled STACKING on the rear panel to the 0
position.

0 1
STACKING

POC4 - General A-9

3.4 Pressure Connections

3.4.1 Pressure Safety Instructions

ALWAYS CHECK FOR TRAPPED PRESSURE BEFORE
CONNECTION OR DISCONNECTION OF PRESSURE
COUPLINGS.

ENSURE THAT CORRECTLY RATED PIPES AND FITTINGS

ARE USED.

3.4.2 Connection
To connect up to a pneumatic port, proceed as follows. Note that all pressure and
electrical connections must be extended from the rack so leave enough slack
cable and piping to allow the complete withdrawal of the instrument from the rack.

Source Pressure Port

SOURCE PRESSURE CAN LEAK TO THE OUTLET PORT

UNDER FAULT CONDITIONS, EVEN WITH ELECTRICAL
POWER REMOVED. MAKE SURE THAT THE USER
SYSTEMS ARE ISOLATED AND VENTED.

For a given instrument, the Source pressure must not exceed the full scale
pressure value by more than 1.25 x rated pressure. When connecting a number
of instruments of differing ranges to a common Source pressure, to ensure that
the source pressure for each instrument does not exceed the maximum level for
that instrument, appropriate external pressure regulators must be provided.

SUPPLY SOURCE 1 OUTPUT 1

POC4 #1

REGULATOR

SOURCE 2 OUTPUT 2

POC4 #2

REGULATOR

SOURCE 3 OUTPUT 3

POC4 #3

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 m Ensure that the source pressure supply is isolated from the supply line. It
is recommended that a 40 Micron filter, regulator and an isolation valve
be fitted between the pressure source and the instrument as follows
(e.g.).

INTRUMENT
SUPPLY
SUPPLY

ISOLATOR REGULATOR FILTER

m Fit the source pressure supply line to the Source connection port as
shown in the following picture, fitting a bonded seal between the
pressure union and the measuring port. Note the Source port has a G1/8
thread. Ensure that the coupling is tight.

Output Pressure Port

Depending on the application, the Output ports of instruments with differing full
scale outputs can be either be connected separately or connected together (in
parallel). The connection method is as follows.

m Ensure that the external system is at zero pressure.

m Fit the output pressure supply line to the Output connection port as
shown in the picture above, fitting a bonded seal between the pressure
union and the measuring port. Note that the Output port has a G1/8
thread fitting. Ensure that the coupling is tight.

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 Vent Port

During venting of the system, gas flows from the system out of the Vent port of
the active controller. Initially, this port can be at the full working pressure of the
system. Any equipment connected to the vent port (e.g.) pipes, fittings and
vacuum pump, must be capable of handling the flow/pressure safely. On gauge
pressure instruments, a vent silencer/diffuser must be fitted.

m Fit the vent line to the Vent port, fitting a bonded seal between the
pressure union and the measuring port. Note that the Vent port uses a
G1/8 thread fitting. Ensure that the coupling is tight.

For negative gauge pressure applications, a vacuum pump should be

connected to the Vent port. For gauge instruments, connection of a
vacuum supply will assist in the controlling of low pressures around zero.
Refer to specification for details of Vent pressure range.

Reference Port

The reference port is used on gauge instruments. Ambient pressures acting on

the reference port of low pressure instruments can have significant effects on the
pressure reading. A restrictor screwed into the port can reduce ambient pressure
variations. To connect the reference line, proceed as follows.

CAUTION: The REFERENCE port pressure must NOT exceed two times the
full scale pressure range or 2 bar whichever is the smaller or the
internal pipes and integral transducer could be damaged.

m Fit the reference line to the Reference port, fitting a bonded seal
between the pressure union and the measuring port. Note that reference
port has an M5 thread fitting. Ensure that the coupling is tight.

4 CALIBRATION
The instrument is delivered by the manufacturer/supplier, complete with
calibration certificate(s). The re-calibration interval will depend on the total
measurement uncertainty which is acceptable for a particular application.

Note: POC4 measures the output pressure only for its own needs. When the
requested pressure level is reached, according to POC4, the pressure
calibrator measures the actual pressure and this value is used when the
calibration point is stored. Therefore any drift in POC4's own
measurement does not affect the calibration.
If there is an unacceptable drift in POC4's measurement, please contact
the manufacturer/supplier for information concerning the re-calibration of
POC4.

Beamex offers a comprehensive accredited calibration service.

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B - OPERATION
1 GENERAL
POC4 may be controlled with any computer with a suitable software for serial
communication installed. This manual includes only the simplest way of utilizing
POC4: in connection with Beamex pressure calibrators.

No special skills are needed when using POC4 the aforementioned way; just
make the necessary connections described in the next chapter and perform the
calibration using the calibrator at hand. The calibrator controls POC4 and the user
only need to concentrate in giving orders to the calibrator.

By using the on-line utility of a Beamex calibration software the calibration be-
comes even more easier. The software takes care of the tedious part and the user
only has to supervise the calibration sequence.

POC4 - Operation B-1

2 USING POC4 TOGETHER WITH
BEAMEX PRESSURE CALIBRATORS
SUPPLY
PRESSURE
POC4 REAR PANEL
G1/8

Type: POC4
Serial number: 250

SUPPLY INPUT
VENT SOURCE OUTLET

0 1 0 1
ANALOGUE OPTIONAL STACKING RS232 IEEE488 CALIBRATION
INTERFACE MODE
OUTPUT

VACCUUM
CONNECTION
(IF APPLICABLE) PRESSURE TUBING RS4 CABLE

BEAMEX
PRESSURE CALIBRATOR
OPTIONS

PRESSURE ELECTRICAL
SECTION SECTION
INPUT
INSTRUMENT
TO BE OUTPUT
CALIBRATED

The supply pressure for POC4 should be 105 to 115 % of full scale.

Connect the outlet pressure to the input of the instrument to be calibrated and to
a suitable pressure section input on the Beamex pressure calibrator. If your POC4
is panel mounted, the outlet pressure connector is usually located on the front
panel.

Connect the output signal of the instrument to be calibrated to a suitable input

in the Beamex pressure calibrator (if applicable). If the instrument to be calibrated
is a pressure indicator you’ll have to enter the output value manually. If you need
in detail information on how to connect and calibrate your instrument, refer to your
pressure calibrator manual.

POC4 and the pressure calibrator are connected together with an RS4 cable. The
location of the options connector depends on the type of calibrator in use. Usually
it is on the rear panel. On POC4 it’s a 9-pin RS232 connector and on the pressure
calibrator it is a 25-pin RS232 connector marked options or RS232.

Note: When POC4 is used together with Beamex pressure calibrators

POC4 acts as a “pressure controller” only while it is reaching for the
target pressure. As the desired pressure is reached the pressure
calibrator shuts POC4 off. This is done in order to minimize the
amount of disturbing variables when measuring the calibration point.
POC4 cannot be used as a compensator for leaking hoses or con-
nectors.

B-2 POC4 - Operation

2.1 Serial communication
Both POC4 and the Beamex pressure calibrator to be connected to POC4 need to
have suitable settings. Otherwise the communication will not succeed resulting in
an unsuccessful calibration.

2.1.1 Beamex pressure calibrator settings

Pressure calibrator (PC104, PC106 or PC106P):
Before you try communicating with POC4, check the program versions of your
pressure calibrator with the help of the command CL [CONF] STO 1 0 0 .
The upper display shows the version of the measurement microprocessor soft-
ware. The version number on the lower display is the one of the user interface mi-
croprocessor. Press OUT [ESC] to escape this display.

If the measurement microprocessor software version is equal to 1.16 or newer

the pressure calibrator is able to automatically communicate with POC4. To set
up automatic pressure controller interface on the calibrator:
- press the keys CL [CONF] STO 5
- use the / keys to select POC4 on the lower display and
- press ENT to accept the choice (or OUT [ESC] to leave without a change).

Also the calibrator's OUT function need to be set for POC4 use. The calibrator's
OUT function can be changed with the help of these commands:
- press the keys CL [CONF] STO 5 5 5
- use the / keys to select out function PRESS on the lower display and
- press ENT to accept the choice (or OUT [ESC] to leave without a change).
Now you can check the connection between the calibrator and the pressure con-
troller manually with the help of the OUT key.

Note!
Beamex pressure calibrators can only communicate with one POC4 at a
time. If you have several POC4's, you’ll have to manually connect the RS4
cable to the POC4 that is communicating with the calibrator (or use for in-
stance a switch box).

POC4 - Operation B-3

2.1.2 POC4 settings
POC4 is factory configured for communication with all previously mentioned
Beamex pressure calibrators. There should be no need to reconfigure the settings
unless they have been for some reason altered.

The following picture is a quick guide for re-entering the RS232 settings suitable
for using POC4 with Beamex pressure calibrators.

The picture shows the display and the function keys of POC4. Start by pressing
the SETUP key and follow the chart onwards by pressing the function key marked
with a black arc. Use the display to check that you are on the right track and the
setting is correct. (The correct settings are printed in boldface font on the picture)

If a setting is not correct (e.g. Terminator is LF although it should be CR), use the
Alter (F1) key to change the setting (marked with a gray arc). When the setting is
as required, continue by pressing the function key marked with a black arc

SETUP Terminator: CR Prn N value: 1

Alter Next Quit Alter Next Quit
F1 F2 F3 F1 F2 F3

Setup Mode Mode: Direct End device: No

Menu Comms More Alter Next Quit Alter Next Quit
F1 F2 F3 F1 F2 F3 F1 F2 F3

Setup Comms Baudrate: 9600 XON/XOFF: Enabled

RS232 IEEE Quit Alter Next Quit Alter Next Quit
F1 F2 F3 F1 F2 F3 F1 F2 F3

Set for: Custom Parity: None Checksum: None

Alter Next Quit Alter Next Quit Alter Next Quit
F1 F2 F3 F1 F2 F3 F1 F2 F3

Device Address: 16 Output: Computer DPI 510 Mode: No

Alter Next Quit Alter Next Quit Alter Next Quit
F1 F2 F3 F1 F2 F3 F1 F2 F3

NOTE!
The quick guide only helps you to assign the correct settings for using
POC4 with Beamex pressure calibrators. Any other setting must be done
with the help of the three more comprehensive RS232 set-up menu sheets
presented in Configuration section.

If you "get lost", just push the F3 (Quit) Function key and restart the setting proce-
dure. Also note that new settings take effect immediately. If you just view the
settings, keep in mind that a single change in settings inhibits the communication
between POC4 and the pressure calibrator.

A simple way of keeping the connection between POC4 and Beamex pressure
calibrators in order is not to change the pre-entered settings. In case of problems,
use the picture presented above and carefully re-enter the correct settings.

B-4 POC4 - Operation

3 TROUBLESHOOTING

Symptoms - No outlet pressure when calibrator connected and both POC4 and
calibrator switched on and trying to set target pressure.

Solution

l Check that the communications link is working.

l Check that source pressure is 110% of the F.S. pressure

l Check supply filter and pipe for blockages.

l Possible Apply, Release or Isolation valve fault.

Symptom - Controller Instability

- Continuous loud buzzing from solenoid valves
- Low frequency drift about setpoint.
- Oscillation on reaching demanded pressure

Solution

l Check instrument for a pneumatic leak. Run pneumatic self test (refer to
Section C, Configuration).

l Check that the Source pressure is within the operational limits:

Positive pressure 105 to 115 % Full Scale
Negative pressure Lowest pressure used less 5%

l Check output system for pneumatic leak.

l Setup controller parameters, adjusting POC4's stability value as detailed in

Section C, Configuration.
The stability value is typically in need of adjustment when the system vol-
ume has changed.

POC4 - Operation B-5

C - CONFIGURATION
1 GENERAL
Setup mode is used to set up the instrument's default control parameters to those
required for the particular mode of operation. When the instrument is delivered,
the parameters are preset. Normal use of POC4 does not require any changes
in configuration settings. Only the controller's stability setup (page C-5 on-
wards) may require altering when the system volume changes. Also the pneu-
matic self test (page C-10) may be practical in certain situations.

Setup uses the keypad on the front panel of the instrument to program these op-
erating parameters. Access to the setup mode can be restricted against unau-
thorized entry by a four digit Personal Identification Number (P.I.N.). When the
equipment is first supplied, no P.I.N. is entered.

Setup comprises a menu structure, the highest level of which divides into three
menus termed Menu, Comms and More. Each of these menu options further di-
vides into a number of sub-levels, giving access to specific parameters. The Full
Setup Menu Structure on next page shows the menu hierarchy and gives an
overview of the functions accessed under each menu option. A detailed descrip-
tion of most of the setup procedures covered under each menu option follows.

Each sub-menu provides a range of option statements for the programming of

functions and options. The functions are extended to one of three function keys
labeled F1, F2 and F3. Pressing the appropriate function key selects the allocated
function as summarized below.

Alter Select the next option (e.g.) a baud rate, from the list
of options allocated to that function. Where only two
options are provided, Alter will toggle between the op-
tions.

Next Moves to the next function down under the current op-
tion.

Quit Returns to the menu level

Enter Request for entry of a numeric value. Enter value from

numeric keypad, terminating entry with Enter (↵).

Yes Immediate action implemented.

POC4 - Configuration C-1

 Full Setup Menu Structure:

C-2 POC4 - Configuration

2 BASIC SETUP MENU SETUP

Initially, when the instrument is first delivered, no P.I.N. is

set. Any of the top level SETUP menu options can Setup Mode
Menu Comms More
therefore be entered by operation of the SETUP key. A
F1 F2 F3
prompt showing the available menu options will be pre-
sented.

Select Menu (F1) for access to the sub-menus available under this option.

Figure 3.13, shows the sequence of option selection, details of each option being
described below. Parameters given in brackets indicate the factory set default
value.

2.1 Power Up SETUP

The Power up parameter can have one of two values,

Setup Mode
Reset or Restore. When selected, the current status is Menu Comms More
indicated. F1 F2 F3

Alter (F1), toggles the parameter value between the Power up: Reset
available options (Reset and Restore). Using Alter (F1), Alter Next Quit
F1 F2 F3
select the required parameter or Quit (F3), to return to
the Setup Menu. Power up: Restore
Alter Next Quit
Reset: Ensures that the instrument powers up in a F1 F2 F3
known “Safe” reset state as follows,

Scale 1, Controller Off, Setpoint (Zero), Rate 1.

Restore: When selected, causes the instrument to power-up, recalling the oper-
ating conditions which were stored at the last “Store Defaults” opera-
tion (See Recall Defaults). This selection recalls the operating condi-
tions of the Setpoint, Controller, Tare, Zero, Value, Ratio, Preset
and Rate parameters.

Pressing Next (F2) moves you to the next function in the basic setup menu
(Keyboard).

Note: The Power up setting does not affect the Communication settings.

POC4 - Configuration C-3

2.2 Keyboard SETUP

The Keyboard parameter can have one of two states

Setup Mode
Locked or Unlocked. When selected, the current status Menu Comms More
is indicated. F1 F2 F3

Alter (F1), toggles the keyboard status between the Power up: Reset
available options (Unlocked and Locked). Using Al- Alter Next Quit
F1 F2 F3
ter (F1), select the required status or Quit (F3), to return
to the Setup Menu. Keyboard: Unlocked
Alter Next Quit
The keyboard lock parameter should not require chang- F1 F2 F3
ing since the P.I.N. effectively prevents any unauthorized
access to the Setup parameters. Keyboard: Locked
Alter Next Quit
F1 F2 F3
Pressing Next (F2) moves you to the next function in the
basic setup menu (Recall Defaults ).

2.3 Recalling/Replacing Default Settings SETUP

The Recall Defaults option provides a facility to either re-

call a set of default values or to overwrite the original Setup Mode
Menu Comms More
default values with any new values entered during setup
F1 F2 F3
and commissioning.
Power up: Reset
CAUTION: Once any default value has been overwrit- Alter Next Quit
ten, the original value is lost. After an F1 F2 F3
overwrite operation, the only way of re-
Keyboard: Unlocked
covering a previous set of defaults is to Alter Next Quit
have recorded them prior to overwriting F1 F2 F3
and then to physically re-enter them.
Recall defaults?
Yes Next Quit
When Recall Defaults? is selected choose Yes (F1) to
F1 F2 F3
recall the previous set of stored default values.
The parameters affected will be Controller, Scale, Zero,
Setpoint, Value, Ratio, Preset and Rate.

NOTE: This will cause any of the above parameters,

changed since the last Recall Defaults opera-
tion, to be overwritten with the original default
value.

Select Next (F2) if any of the current set of default pa-

Replace defaults?
rameters are required to be set as default values in place Yes Next Quit
of the original set, i.e. store current setup. Selecting Next F1 F2 F3
provides a prompt to replace (store) the default values.

C-4 POC4 - Configuration

 Select Yes (F1) to accept (store) the current values as defaults, Next (F2), to
move on to the Set up Controller menu options (without storing new defaults), or
Quit (F3) to return to the main Setup menu.

NOTE: It is recommended that the operation of storing defaults i.e. current

setup, be carried out only after installation of the instrument has been
completed and the system tested. Do NOT power off before storing a
setup or all current values (excluding COMMS setup) will be lost.

Pressing Next (F2) once more moves you to the next function in the basic setup
menu (Controller Setup).

2.4 Controller Setup (Stability, Autospeed SETUP

and Automax)
Setup Mode
Changes to the controller setup allow adjustment of the Menu Comms More
F1 F2 F3
control loop Stability, Autospeed and Automax parame-
ters. Stability may require adjustment depending on the Power up: Reset
system volume being controlled and Autospeed and Alter Next Quit
Automax, depending upon the required step response. F1 F2 F3

Keyboard: Unlocked
Select Yes (F1) to change the controller parameters
Alter Next Quit
which are then presented as follows. F1 F2 F3

Pressing Next (F2) moves you to the next function in the Recall defaults?
basic setup menu (Set PIN). Yes Next Quit
F1 F2 F3

Replace defaults?
Yes Next Quit
F1 F2 F3

Setup controller?
Yes Next Quit
F1 F2 F3

POC4 - Configuration C-5

2.4.1 Stability
Setup controller?
The controller stability factor may require adjustment Yes Next Quit
when the system volume is changed. The stability setting F1 F2 F3
is typically, between 25 and 200. Following installation, to
Stability XX. XX.x
check the controller stability value for a given system vol- Alter Next Quit
ume, proceed as follows. F1 F2 F3

(i) Record the Stability setting of the controller by en-

tering the Controller Setup (see previous chapter) menu and reading the
stability value. Quit the Setup mode.

(ii) Program a setpoint of Zero and the controller to ON.

(iii) Program a setpoint of 80 % full scale. If the controller oscillates on reaching

the demanded pressure, the stability setting is too low. If, on reaching the
setpoint, low frequency drift about the setpoint is occurring, the stability set-
ting is too high.

(iv) Select Setup again and enter the Setup controller menu. If too high a value
of stability is indicated by the check, enter a new value of half the current
setting and recheck the controller stability as detailed in (ii) an (iii) above.
Repeat if necessary, incrementing the entered value by 10 each time until
the required stability is achieved.

If too low a value is indicated by the stability check, double the current set-
ting and recheck stability as detailed in (i) and (ii). Repeat if necessary, dec-
rementing the value by 10 each time.

(v) When satisfactory controller stability is achieved, check the controller sta-
bility for an applied negative pressure step by programming a negative step
from a setpoint of 80 % full scale to 20 % full scale. Check that the control-
ler acquires the demanded pressure without either oscillation or low fre-
quency drift about the setpoint. Readjust the Stability setting if required.

Pressing Quit (F3) moves you to the next main function in the basic setup menu
(Set PIN).

C-6 POC4 - Configuration

2.4.2 Autospeed
Setup controller?
Autospeed sets the maximum rate of change Yes Next Quit
(exponential rise time), that can be made in a single F1 F2 F3
step between any setpoint value and another. Auto-
Stability XX. XX.x
speed can be programmed between 0.1 (slow) and a Alter Next Quit
maximum of 1 (fast). The upper setting corresponds to F1 F2 F3
63%.
Autospeed = X.xx
Alter Next Quit
Press the Alter (F1) key and in response to the Enter F2 F3
F1
New Autospeed prompt, enter the required factor on
the numeric keypad and press the Enter (↵) key. Select
Next (F2) to move on to Automax or Quit (F3) to quit set up of further controller
parameters and move on to the Set PIN function.

Pressing Quit (F3) moves you to the next main function in the basic setup menu
(Set PIN).

2.4.3 Automax
Setup controller?
Yes Next Quit
Automax sets the maximum step (as a percentage of full F1 F2 F3
scale) that can applied from any setpoint. Automax can
be programmed between 0.1 (slow) and a maximum of 1 Stability XX. XX.x
(fast). The upper setting, (1) corresponds to a step of Alter Next Quit
100% F.S. reading. F1 F2 F3

Autospeed = X.xx
Press the Alter (F1) key and in response to the Enter Alter Next Quit
New Automax prompt, enter the required factor on the F1 F2 F3
numeric keypad and press the Enter (↵) key. Select
Automax = X.xx
Next (F2) to recycle through the controller parameters Alter Next Quit
set or Quit (F3) to move on to the Set PIN function. F1 F2 F3

Pressing Quit (F3) moves you to the next main function

in the basic setup menu (Set PIN).

POC4 - Configuration C-7

2.5 Setting a P.I.N. protection SETUP

A Personal Identification Number (P.I.N.) may be set to

Setup Mode
protect the instrument setup parameters from unauthorized Menu Comms More
change. As delivered, the instrument has no P.I.N. set. F1 F2 F3

To set a P.I.N, select Yes (F1) and in response to the En- Power up: Reset
ter New P.I.N, enter a four digit number via the keypad. Alter Next Quit
F1 F2 F3
The number entered is written to the display. Check that
the number on the display is the one required and press Keyboard: Unlocked
Enter (↵). The menu Setup then moves on to the next op- Alter Next Quit
tion (Show S/W Revision). F1 F2 F3

Recall defaults?
To effectively remove the P.I.N. protection, enter a P.I.N. Yes Next Quit
of 0000. F1 F2 F3

NOTE! Replace defaults?

Yes Next Quit
Do not forget your P.I.N. setting. There is no way of
F1 F2 F3
bypassing it, if it is forgotten. Even before you are al-
lowed to remove the P.I.N. protection, you will have to Setup controller?
first enter the existing P.I.N. code. Yes Next Quit
F1 F2 F3
Pressing Next (F2) moves you to the next function in the
Set PIN?
basic setup menu (Displaying the software version). Yes Next Quit
F1 F2 F3

SETUP
2.6 Displaying the
Software Version Setup Mode Replace defaults?
Menu Comms More Yes Next Quit
F1 F2 F3 F1 F2 F3
This option causes
the software revision Power up: Reset Setup controller?
to be written to the Alter Next Quit Yes Next Quit
display (e.g.), F1 F2 F3 F1 F2 F3

Keyboard: Unlocked Set PIN?

DK144 1.00
Alter Next Quit Yes Next Quit
F1 F2 F3 F1 F2 F3
Pressing Next (F2)
moves you to the next Recall defaults? Show S/W Rev?
function in the basic Yes Next Quit Yes Next Quit
F1 F2 F3 F1 F2 F3
setup menu (Self
Test: Electronic).

C-8 POC4 - Configuration

2.7 Self Test: Electronic
This setup option forces the instrument to carry out a self SETUP
test operation on its RAM, EPROM and EEPROM,
checking checksum values against known values.
Setup Mode
Selecting Yes (F1) invokes the test. The result can either Menu Comms More
be a Pass or reported fail condition (e.g.)., F1 F2 F3

Power up: Reset

Self test passed Alter Next Quit
F1 F2 F3
Or error conditions:
Keyboard: Unlocked
Alter Next Quit
EPROM failure
F1 F2 F3
Ram failure
Cal Checksum Error Recall defaults?
Yes Next Quit
The first two error conditions indicate an error requiring F1 F2 F3
service attention. Refer to Section D for details of cali-
Replace defaults?
bration. Yes Next Quit
F1 F2 F3
The electrical self test facility is automatically invoked at
power up. During the normal course of operation, should Setup controller?
Yes Next Quit
any of these faults occur, the error condition will be writ-
F1 F2 F3
ten to the display. A Pass is not reported at power-up.
Set PIN?
Pressing Next (F2) moves you to the next function in the Yes Next Quit
basic setup menu (Self Test: Pneumatic). F1 F2 F3

Show S/W Rev?

Yes Next Quit
F1 F2 F3

Self Test: Electronic

Yes Next Quit
F1 F2 F3

POC4 - Configuration C-9

2.8 Self Test: Pneumatic
SETUP

This setup option should only be carried out when POC4

has been fully installed. The following system conditions Setup Mode
should therefore exist. Menu Comms More
F1 F2 F3
(i) Source pressure connected and turned on.
Power up: Reset
Alter Next Quit
(ii) External system connected. F1 F2 F3

(iii) Vacuum supply to vent port (If used) turned on. Keyboard: Unlocked
Alter Next Quit
Selecting Yes (F1) invokes the test. During the test, the F1 F2 F3
isolation valve closes and the controller goes to 2.5 bar
Recall defaults?
or F.S. whichever is the greater. The controller controls Yes Next Quit
the output at this level for 60 seconds and then switches F1 F2 F3
off. The instrument then waits for 30 seconds and meas-
ures over the next 15 seconds to perform a leak test. The Replace defaults?
Yes Next Quit
system is then restored to the last measured value prior
F1 F2 F3
to selection of the test.
Setup controller?
The measured leak rate is written to the display in dis- Yes Next Quit
played units per minute (e.g.) F1 F2 F3

Set PIN?
Leak rate: 0.0145 bar/min Yes Next Quit
F1 F2 F3

Show S/W Rev?

Yes Next Quit
F1 F2 F3

Self Test: Electronic

Yes Next Quit
F1 F2 F3

Self Test: Pneumatic

Yes Next Quit
F1 F2 F3

C - 10 POC4 - Configuration
2.9 Basic Setup Menu Flowsheet

POC4 - Configuration C - 11
3 COMMUNICATIONS SETUP SETUP

Selection of the Comms option (F2) from the Setup

Menu, provides access to the parameter setup facilities Setup Mode
Menu Comms More
for both the RS232 and IEEE 488 communications in-
F1 F2 F3
terfaces. The Full Setup Menu Structure on page C-2
summarizes the parameters accessed by each menu op- Setup Comms
tion. Access to the options in each menu are controlled RS232 IEEE Quit
by three function keys, labeled F1, F2 and F3, their func- F1 F2 F3
tions being described in the General chapter in the be-
ginning of this section.

When a communication parameter is changed during Setup, the change is im-

mediately stored. If the instrument is subsequently switched off, when it is next
powered up, the last set of communications parameters entered are recalled, re-
gardless of whether the Power-up parameter (see page C-3) is set to Reset or
Restore.

NOTE:
This manual only describes how the RS232 settings can be altered. The
IEEE 488 settings are not necessary when using POC4 with Beamex pres-
sure calibrators. The RS232 settings are normally suitable for using POC4
with Beamex pressure calibrators. They only need to be reset if they have
been for some reason altered .

3.1 RS232 Setup

A quick guide for entering the RS232 settings suitable for using POC4 with
Beamex pressure calibrators is presented in Section B. In this chapter all possible
options for RS232 settings are presented in flowsheet format.

A summary of the settings for using POC4 with Beamex pressure calibrators:

Device Address 16
Terminator CR
Mode Direct
Baud rate 9600
Parity None
Output Computer
PRN N Value 1
End Device No
XON/XOFF Enabled
Checksum None
DPI510 mode No

RS232 Setup Menu (Sheet 1):

C - 12 POC4 - Configuration
POC4 - Configuration C - 13
 RS232 Setup Menu (Sheet 2):

C - 14 POC4 - Configuration
 RS232 Setup Menu (Sheet 3):

POC4 - Configuration C - 15
 SETUP
4 MORE SETTINGS
The More option of the Setup menu includes a few ad- Setup Mode
ditional settings. These are presented in the following Menu Comms More
chapters. F1 F2 F3

4.1 Scale SETUP

Scale permits the selection of a pressure unit to be

Setup Mode
used in POC4. All three function keys may be allocated Menu Comms More
with a pressure unit, but the unit in function key F1 is F1 F2 F3
used when a Beamex pressure calibrator is connected
to POC4. Setup Mode
Scale Zero More
F1 F2 F3
Use the Alter (F1) key to step through options available
until the required units parameter is displayed against F1: bar
the F1 function key. Alter Next Quit
F1 F2 F3
There are 24 pressure units available. The following ta-
ble shows all available options. Unit F2, F3

Unit Symbol Unit (first dozen) Unit Symbol Unit (second dozen)

Pa Pascal mH2O meter of water

kPa kilo-Pascal torr 1/760 x 1 atm (1 mm Mercury)
MPa mega-Pascal atm atmosphere
mbar millibar psi pound per square inch
2
bar bar lbf/ft pound force per square foot
2
kg/cm kilogram per square centimeter inHg inch of Mercury
2
kg/m kilogram per square meter ‘’H2O04 inch of water @ 4°C
mmHg millimeter of Mercury ‘H2O04 feet of water @ 4°C
cmHg centimeter of Mercury SPEC’L Special Unit
mHg meter of Mercury ‘’H2O20 inch of water @ 20°C
mmH2O millimeter of water ‘H2O20 feet of water @ 20°C
cmH2O centimeter of water hPa hecta-Pascal

Press Quit (F3) key to quit to Setup menu or Next (F2) to move on to set up the
next function key.

C - 16 POC4 - Configuration
4.2 Setup Zero SETUP

There are three zero modes for the POC4, Manual,

Setup Mode
Timed and Auto. Each mode can be enabled and dis- Menu Comms More
abled under the Setup More option. F1 F2 F3

Setup Mode
Auto mode is recommended when using POC4 to- Scale Zero More
gether with Beamex pressure calibrators. This set- F1 F2 F3
ting is pre-entered by Beamex.
Zero mode
Manual Timed Auto
F1 F2 F3

4.2.1 Manual Zero

Zero mode
The "Manual Zero" facility is not utilized when using Manual Timed Auto
F1 F2 F3
POC4 together with Beamex pressure calibrators.
Manual zero: Enabled
Alter Next Quit
F1 F2 F3

4.2.2 Timed Zero

Zero mode
Manual Timed Auto
A timed zero is an automatic zero which takes place after F1 F2 F3
a user programmable period of time has elapsed.
Timed zero: off
Alter Next Quit
NOTE: The timed zero option should be set to OFF
F1 F2 F3
when the AUTO zero mode is enabled.

4.2.3 Auto Zero

Zero mode
Manual Timed Auto
When selected, the Auto Zero mode causes the instru- F1 F2 F3
ment to perform an automatic zero every time an aim of
zero pressure is made. Zero on Aim = 0: On
Alter Next Quit
F1 F2 F3
To set up the Auto Zero options, select Auto (F3) from
the Zero menu options. Use the Alter (F1) key to toggle
through the available options, (Off or On) until the required parameter is dis-
played. Press the Quit (F3) key to quit to Setup menu or Next (F2) to set up the
required delay period. When choosing Next (F2) the following prompt will be dis-
played (e.g.),
Enter new wait (secs): 30
Enter the required delay period on the numeric keypad and press the Enter (↵)
key.

POC4 - Configuration C - 17
4.3 Setpoint
SETUP

The Setpoint setup facility provides access to three set-

point modes, Value Ratio and Preset. Setup Mode
Menu Comms More
F1 F2 F3
NOTE: Altering any of these settings
Setup Mode
affect the calibration. Do not alter
Scale Zero More
any of the settings unless there is F1 F2 F3
a justifiable reason for it.
Setup Mode
Setpoint Rate Quit
None of the setpoint settings are automatically saved F1 F2 F3
unless they are saved as default values. Therefore any
Select mode
unintentional change of setpoint settings can be undone Value Ratio Preset
by shutting off and restarting POC4 as long as the al- F1 F2 F3
tered settings are not saved as default values.

4.3.1 Value
Select mode
Value Ratio Preset
The value option of the Setpoint menu sets the value of F1 F2 F3
the minimum and maximum setpoint limits. The default
values are Zero and 1.1 times the full scale pressure of MIN = 0.0000
the instrument. Any values within this range can be pro- Alter Next Quit
F1 F2 F3
grammed under Setup.
(MAX)
After selection of Value option (F1), the current min value
will be displayed, together with the change menu. The
default value is Zero.

Select Alter (F1) to change min value and in response to the prompt Enter new
min enter the required value on the numeric keypad and press Enter (↵).

Select Next (F2) from menu to move on to set up the Max parameter. Press Quit
(F3) to exit mode.

NOTE: The figures entered are in the selected pressure units (e.g.), for a 2 bar
instrument, the factory programmed default would be 0 bar (Min) and 2.2
bar (Max).

NOTE: Altering these settings affects the calibration. Carefully consider

the necessity of any restricting minimum and maximum pressure
values.

C - 18 POC4 - Configuration
4.3.2 Ratio and Preset
Select mode
Value Ratio Preset
Both Ratio and Preset provide a set of predefined calibration F1 F2 F3
points. These calibration points are not utilized when using
POC4 with Beamex pressure calibrators.

4.4 Rate SETUP

Rate provides three possibilities to be setup for selection.

Setup Mode
Each of the three function keys, F1, F2 and F3 can be pro- Menu Comms More
grammed with one of three options, Max, Auto or a Vari- F1 F2 F3
able value rate.
Setup Mode
Scale Zero More
Maximum implies a rate within the Min/Max Setpoint set- F1 F2 F3
tings. Auto provides a critically damped rate, governed by
the settings of the Autospeed and Automax parameters Setup Mode
(refer to Controller Setup on page C-5 onwards). Setpoint Rate Quit
F1 F2 F3

Only the setting programmed in F2 is utilized when F1 = xxx

Alter Next Quit
using POC4 with Beamex pressure calibrators. F2
F1 F2 F3
should be set to Auto. The settings of the other
function keys does not matter.

Setting the F2 key to Auto F1 = xxx

Alter Next Quit
Select F2 from Rate menu. A prompt will now be dis- F1 F2 F3
played showing the status of the F2 function together
F2 = AUTO
with a change menu. ALTER NEXT QUIT
F1 F2 F3
If the setting is not Auto, select Alter (F1) to change this
value - if necessary - and choose Auto (F2) in the fol-
Select F2: mode:
lowing menu. Value Auto Max
F1 F2 F3

POC4 - Configuration C - 19
D - MAINTENANCE
1 MAINTENANCE
There are no user serviceable parts on the POC4 instrument other than the
Source, Vent and Output manifold filters and the AC power supply fuses.

1.1 Safety Instructions

m Observe the general safety procedures detailed at the beginning of this
User Manual.

m This instrument must only be serviced by a Beamex approved service

organization or by a competent person. Section 1.6 details an address of
Oy Beamex Ab.

m “Continuing Electrical Safety Assessment (Electricity at Work Regulations)”.

A periodical inspection of the instrument to determine the continuing
electrical safety may be undertaken at the user’s discretion. If the user
decides that practical testing is required to determine the continuing
electrical safety then, due to the sensitive nature of the instrument, dielectric
strength (flash) testing should not be undertaken as permanent damage
may be caused.

However, routine testing to prove the Earth Continuity (limited to 25 Amp

test current for 5 seconds) and Insulation Resistance (500Vdc) may be
undertaken periodically at the user’s discretion.

m Do not use replacement parts other than those supplied by the

manufacturer or manufacturer’s agent.

POC4 - Maintenance D-1

1.2 Fuse Replacement
If, when an AC mains power supply is connected to the instrument, the instrument
fails to operate, replace the power supply fuses as follows (refer to the pictures
below).

m Isolate the external power supply and remove the IEC mains connector (1).

NOTE: If rear access to the rack is restricted, it may be necessary to

partially or completely withdraw the unit. If the unit has to be
withdrawn, all pressure supply inlet and outlet lines must first be
isolated.

m Remove the fuse carrier (3) from the power supply inlet socket (1) and
remove both fuse cartridges. Replace both fuse cartridges (4).

NOTE: It is essential that the correct type of fuse is fitted to the instrument.
Before fitting the replacement fuses into the fuse carrier, check
that they are both of the same type and rating (20mm, Type T2A,
rating 250V, 2A). Also check each fuse for continuity.

m Replace the fuse carrier assembly (3), complete with fuses, into the power
supply inlet socket (2).

m Replace the IEC mains connector (1). If the unit was withdrawn from the
rack before replacing, check that the pressure connections are still tight. Do
not over tighten.

m Switch on the power supply. The display should now light up.

m If the fuse(s) blow immediately on switch on, contact Oy Beamex Ab. An

address of Oy Beamex Ab is given at the end of this section.

DO NOT ATTEMPT ANY FURTHER SERVICING PROCEDURES

D-2 POC4 - Maintenance

1.3 Replace Vent, Source and Outlet Manifold Filters
To replace the manifold filters, proceed as follows.

m Ensure that the supply pressure and system pressure are isolated from the
instrument.
m Isolate the power supply and remove the IEC power supply connector.
m If removing the instrument from the rack to gain access to the rear panel,
the communications interface cables will also need to be removed.
m Remove the pressure connections from each of the ports and remove the
vent silencer from the Vent port.
m Using a screwdriver, carefully unscrew and remove each filter plug and filter
from the bores of the connection ports.
CAUTION: Ensure that the screwdriver blade is narrow enough to
clear the bore threads.
m Insert a new filter element into the recess on the top of the filter plug and
carefully screw each filter plug into the bore of the port.
Check that the filter elements are correctly seated before tightening. The
elements can be examined through the center hole of the filter plugs.
CAUTION: Do not over-tighten.
m Replace pressure connections, communications interface connections, refit
power supply cable and re-fit the instrument to the rack.
m Switch on power supply and pressure source and test installation.

1.4 Cleaning
Clean the front panel with a damp cloth and mild detergent.

DO NOT USE SOLVENTS FOR CLEANING PURPOSES.

1.5 Fault Finding

In the event of an instrument malfunction, it can be returned to Oy Beamex Ab for
repair. A service charge price list is available which details the charges
associated with various service functions.

POC4 - Maintenance D-3

1.5.1 Error Codes
When the instrument detects an error, a code number is displayed the error and
possible remedy for each code are listed in the following table.

Code Error Cause/remedy

“Err001” Over-pressure Reduce source pressure
“Err002” Lockmode on Remove keyboard lock (see
configuration)
“Err003” Pressure too high for range Reduce Source Pressure. Vent system
pressure.
“Err004” Setpoint out of limits Calibrator requesting a too high/low
setpoint. Check the min/max values for
the setpoint (see configuration)
“Err005” Manual Zero is disabled See configuration
“Err006” Zero reading in progress Wait for zeroing process to end
“Err007” Zero error too large Zero offset > 5% of limit. Ensure system
is venting correctly.
“Err008” Illegal PIN entry Incorrect PIN entered.
“Err009” Access Denied Three consecutive incorrect PIN entries
made.
“Err010” Wait Zeroing Zero in progress. Setpoint, rate and
controller commands ignored until
zero operation completed.
“Err011” Setpoint too high for range Reduce Setpoint value.
“Err012” Remote Enable POC4 not in remote mode.
“Err013” Invalid entry Value entered is outside operational
limits. Revise value.
“Err014” Using Alter Initializes Setup Before proceeding, make sure that a
change to set up is required.
“Err015” Not Applicable
“Err016” Vent time too long Zero function fails to operate as venting
takes too long.
“Err017” Valve Overtemperature Apply or Release Valve or both
overheating. Allow to cool. Controller
parameters may require adjustment
(See configuration)

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1.6 Approved Service Agents
The following are approved Service Agents for Oy Beamex Ab Instruments.

FINLAND
Oy Beamex Ab,
P.O. Box 5
FIN-68601 Pietarsaari,
FINLAND.
Tel: +358 - 6 - 7840111
Fax: +358 - 6 - 7840404
E-mail: service@beamex.com
Internet: http://www.beamex.com

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X - APPENDIXES
1 INSTRUMENT SPECIFICATION
Pressure Ranges
Output Pressure
0 to 700 mbar gauge
-1 to 6 bar gauge
0 to 60 bar gauge
Also available: special applications with a different pressure range.
Max 2 bar line pressure on gauge units

Maximum Safe Working Pressure

125 % Full Scale Pressure

Typical Source Pressures

Positive pressure 105 to 115 % Full Scale
Negative pressure Lowest pressure used less 5%

Accuracies
Assuming regular zeroing of the instrument, the following figures apply.

Combined non-linearity, hysteresis and repeatability

Standard Instrument ± 0.05% Full Scale

Temperature Coefficient
The temperature coefficient averaged over 10° to 30°C.
Standard Instrument ± 0.01 % Reading/°C.

Stability
NOTE: The following figure indicates 90 day stability and
assumes regular use of the zero facility.
± 0.015% of reading

Negative Pressures - Option B

Specification as per positive pressure but calculated as a percentage of the
positive full scale.

Controller Performance
Controller Stability ± 40 ppm of Full Scale
Fill Rate Dependent upon system volume

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 Electrical Specification

Power Supplies
AC Supply Voltage 88 to 264 V
Supply Frequency 47 to 65 Hz
Power 60 VA

Communications Interfaces
POC4 provides two digital communications channels, an RS232 and an IEEE 488
channel (not applicable with Beamex calibrators). Three RS232 connections are
provided but all of these access a single processor port.

Analogue Output
Type Single ended DC voltage, representing controller
output pressure, referenced to instrument ground.
Bandwidth 2000 Hz to -6 dB
Ranges Fixed, to order with full scale output in one of the
following ranges: 0 to 2V; 0 to 4V; 0 to 5V; 0 to 10V
Accuracy ± 0.3% Full Scale
Temperature Error Band ±0.5% F.S., 0° to 40°C.
Source Impedance < 1000W

Input/Output Connections and Controls (Rear Panel)

Pneumatic Connections
Source, Vent and Outlet G1/8 (Female)
Reference M5 (Female)

Electrical Connections
Analogue Output BNC Connector - Center +ve, Shell -ve

Host (RS232) 9 Pin D-type connector, wired for point to point RS232
on pins 2 and 3.

Optional Interface (RS232) 9 Pin D-type connector for future use. Daisy chained
to RS 232 port. Supplies 24V D.C. supply for Optional
Interface.

IEEE 488 Standard GPIB socket.

AC Power IEC 320 connector. Line (L) and Neutral (N),

individually fused within socket.

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 Electrical Controls
Stacking Switch Controls daisy chaining of RS232 network. Set to 0
for point to point operation of the Instrument.

Calibration Switch (located under Calibration label), used only

during instrument calibration.

Input/Output Connections (Front Panel)

Electrical Connections
Optional Interface (RS232) 6 way Lemo socket for connection to Optional
Interface, Daisy chained to RS232 port with
automatic bypass when not in use. Supplies 24V
DC. for the Optional Interface.

Environmental Specification

Temperature
Operating 0° to +40°C
Operating (Compensated)+10° to +30°C
Storage -20° to +60°C

Protection (POC4 only)

Front Panel To IP40

EMC
Meets EN 50081-1 (Emissions) and EN 50082-1 (Immunity)

Safety
Meets EN 61010-1

Pressure Media
Clean, dry gas

Weight
5.2 kg

Dimensions
90 mm (High), 482 mm (Wide) and 360 mm (Deep)(®)

(® )
Indicates case depth. Add 40 mm to cover depth of handles.

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 Options

Option B

Negative Calibration
Error as a percentage of +ve full scale. Value dependent upon the accuracy
option chosen.

This product meets the essential protection requirements of the

relevant EEC directives. Further details of applied standards may be
found in the product specification.

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