1529 Technical Guide 930501

1529
Chub-E4 Thermometer Readout

Technical Guide
Revision 930501-EN
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defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service. The warranty period is 2 years for the
Thermometer Readout. The warranty period begins on the date of the shipment. Parts, product repairs, and
services are warranted for 90 days. The warranty extends only to the original buyer or end-user customer of
a Hart authorized reseller, and does not apply to fuses, disposable batteries or to any other product, which in
Hart's opinion, has been misused, altered, neglected, or damaged by accident or abnormal conditions of op-
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specifications for 90 days and that it has been properly recorded on non-defective media. Hart does not
warrant that software will be error free or operate without interruption. Hart does not warrant calibrations on
the Thermometer Readout.
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but have no authority to extend a greater or different warranty on behalf of Hart. Warranty support is avail-
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product purchased in one country is submitted for repair in another country.
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or replacement of a defective product which is returned to a Hart authorized service center within the war-
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Fluke Corporation, Hart Scientific Division

799 E. Utah Valley Drive • American Fork, UT 84003-9775 • USA
Phone: +1.801.763.1600 • Telefax: +1.801.763.1010
E-mail: support@hartscientific.com
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Subject to change without notice. • Copyright © 2005 • Printed in USA
Users Guide

Table of Contents
1 Introduction and Safety Information.......................................1

1.1 Symbols Used............................................................................................ 1
1.2 Safety Information...................................................................................... 3
1.2.1 Warnings....................................................................................................3
1.2.2 Cautions.....................................................................................................4
1.3 Authorized Service Centers....................................................................... 4
2 Specifications and Environmental Conditions.......................7

2.1 Specifications............................................................................................ 7
2.2 Environmental Conditions.......................................................................... 8
3 Quick Start.................................................................................9
3.1 Unpacking................................................................................................. 9
3.2 Use Proper Care........................................................................................ 9
3.3 Learn About the Features and Components............................................. 9
3.4 Connect the Probe..................................................................................... 9
3.4.1 Using the Clamp-on Ferrites............................................................................9
3.5 Connect the Power Source...................................................................... 10
3.6 Switch the Power On................................................................................ 10
3.7 Measure Temperature.............................................................................. 10
4 Parts and Controls..................................................................13

4.1 Front Panel Buttons.................................................................................. 13
4.2 Back Panel............................................................................................... 13
4.3 Accessories............................................................................................. 15
5 General Operation...................................................................17
5.1 Display..................................................................................................... 17
5.2 Changing Units........................................................................................ 17
5.3 Battery..................................................................................................... 17
5.4 Probe Input Modules............................................................................... 18
5.4.1 Connecting a PRT or Thermistor Probe.........................................................18
5.4.2 Connecting a Thermocouple.........................................................................20
5.5 DC Power Source.................................................................................... 20
5.6 Power On Self-Test................................................................................... 21
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5.7 Display Backlight and Contrast............................................................... 21

5.8 Taking Measurements.............................................................................. 21
5.8.1 Connecting the Sensor...................................................................................21
5.8.2 Enabling the Channel.....................................................................................21
5.8.3 Selecting Conversion Type and Probe Characterization...............................21
5.9 Fast Measurement Mode......................................................................... 22
5.10 Data Logging........................................................................................... 22
6 Menu Functions.......................................................................23
6.1 Channel Menu.......................................................................................... 23
6.1.1 Measure Period and Fast Measurement Mode..............................................24
6.1.2 Enable Channel..............................................................................................26
6.1.3 Channel Mode................................................................................................26
6.1.4 Moving Average.............................................................................................27
6.1.5 Display Options/Auto-Cal...............................................................................28
6.2 Probe Menu............................................................................................. 29
6.2.1 Edit Probe.......................................................................................................30
6.2.2 Copy Probe....................................................................................................37
6.2.3 Test Probe......................................................................................................38
6.2.4 Print Probe......................................................................................................39
6.2.5 Default Probe.................................................................................................39
6.3 Fields Menu............................................................................................. 40
6.3.1 Clear Stats......................................................................................................41
6.3.2 Select Fields...................................................................................................41
6.3.3 Edit Fields.......................................................................................................43
6.3.4 Default Fields.................................................................................................44
6.3.5 Display Options..............................................................................................44
6.4 Logging Menu.......................................................................................... 45
6.4.1 Demand Log..................................................................................................46
6.4.2 Auto Log.........................................................................................................51
6.4.3 Log Stats........................................................................................................57
6.4.4 Data Labels....................................................................................................57
6.4.5 Default Labels................................................................................................58
6.5 System Menu........................................................................................... 59
6.5.1 Comm Setup..................................................................................................60
6.5.2 Date Time.......................................................................................................61
6.5.3 Password........................................................................................................62
6.5.4 Calibration......................................................................................................64
6.5.5 System Reset.................................................................................................65
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7 Digital Communications Interface.........................................67

7.1 Overview.................................................................................................. 67
7.2 Communications...................................................................................... 67
7.2.1 Serial Wiring...................................................................................................67
7.2.2 GPIB Communications...................................................................................68
7.3 Interface Commands............................................................................... 69
7.3.1 Command Summary......................................................................................69
7.3.2 Command Syntax...........................................................................................74
7.4 Commands.............................................................................................. 75
7.4.1 Measurement Commands..............................................................................76
7.4.2 Measurement Control Commands.................................................................79
7.4.3 Channel Commands......................................................................................82
7.4.4 Probe Commands..........................................................................................83
7.4.5 Calibration Coefficient Commands................................................................87
7.4.6 Display Commands........................................................................................92
7.4.7 Logging Commands......................................................................................94
7.4.8 System Commands......................................................................................100
7.4.9 Communication Interface Commands.........................................................102
7.4.10 Date and Time Commands..........................................................................105
7.4.11 Password Commands..................................................................................107
7.4.12 Status Commands........................................................................................109
7.4.13 Statistical Calculation Types........................................................................113
7.4.14 Field Types...................................................................................................113
7.4.15 Conversion Types and Parameters..............................................................114
7.4.16 Port Numbers...............................................................................................115
7.4.17 Date and Time Formats................................................................................116
8 Calibration............................................................................. 117
8.1 PRT and Thermistor Calibration............................................................. 117
8.1.1 PRT Calibration Parameters.........................................................................117
8.1.2 PRT Calibration Procedure...........................................................................117
8.1.3 Thermistor Calibration Parameters...............................................................119
8.1.4 Thermistor Calibration Procedure................................................................119
8.2 Thermocouple Calibration..................................................................... 120
8.2.1 Calibration Parameters.................................................................................120
8.2.2 Calibration Procedure..................................................................................120
9 Maintenance..........................................................................123
10 Troubleshooting....................................................................125
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10.1 Troubleshooting..................................................................................... 125

10.1.1 Self-Test Error Messages.............................................................................126
10.1.2 Start-up Error Messages..............................................................................127
10.2 Downloading Auto Logged Data........................................................... 127
10.3 CE Comments........................................................................................ 128
10.3.1 EMC Directive..............................................................................................128
10.3.2 Low Voltage Directive (Safety).....................................................................129
10.4 Frequently Asked Questions.................................................................. 129
10.4.1 Battery..........................................................................................................129
10.4.2 Input.............................................................................................................130
10.4.3 Logging........................................................................................................131
10.4.4 Output..........................................................................................................131
10.4.5 Other............................................................................................................131
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Figures
Figure 1 Using the Clamp-on Ferrites.............................................................. 10
Figure 2 Front Panel......................................................................................... 13
Figure 3 Back Panel.......................................................................................... 14
Figure 4 Probe Connection Wiring Diagram.................................................... 19
Figure 5 Thermocouple Connections.............................................................. 20
Figure 6 Main Menu.......................................................................................... 23
Figure 7 Channel Menu.................................................................................... 24
Figure 8 Measure Perioid.................................................................................. 24
Figure 9 Enable Channel.................................................................................. 26
Figure 10 Channel Mode.................................................................................. 27
Figure 11 Moving Average............................................................................... 28
Figure 12 Display Options................................................................................ 29
Figure 13 Probe Menu...................................................................................... 30
Figure 14 Edit Probe......................................................................................... 30
Figure 15 Copy Probe....................................................................................... 38
Figure 16 Test Probe......................................................................................... 38
Figure 17 Print Probe........................................................................................ 39
Figure 18 Default Probe.................................................................................... 40
Figure 19 Fields Menu...................................................................................... 40
Figure 20 Clear Stats........................................................................................ 41
Figure 21 Select Fields..................................................................................... 42
Figure 22 Edit Fields......................................................................................... 43
Figure 23 Default Fields.................................................................................... 44
Figure 24 Display Options................................................................................ 45
Figure 25 Logging Menu.................................................................................. 46
Figure 26 Demand Log Submenu.................................................................... 46
Figure 27 Store Readings................................................................................. 47
Figure 28 Log History....................................................................................... 48
Figure 29 Demand Log View Data.................................................................... 49
Figure 30 Print Data.......................................................................................... 50
Figure 31 Delete Data....................................................................................... 51
Figure 32 Auto Log Submenu........................................................................... 51
Figure 33 Logging Options............................................................................... 52
Figure 34 Start Stop.......................................................................................... 53
Figure 35 Log Statistics (Auto Log Started)...................................................... 54
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Figure 36 Auto Log View Data.......................................................................... 55

Figure 37 Print Data.......................................................................................... 56
Figure 38 Delete Data....................................................................................... 56
Figure 39 Log Stats........................................................................................... 57
Figure 40 Data Labels...................................................................................... 58
Figure 41 Default Labels................................................................................... 59
Figure 42 System Menu.................................................................................... 59
Figure 43 Comm Setup..................................................................................... 60
Figure 44 Date Timie......................................................................................... 62
Figure 45 Password.......................................................................................... 63
Figure 46 Select Calibration Channel............................................................... 64
Figure 47 System Reset.................................................................................... 66
Figure 48 Serial Cable Wiring........................................................................... 68
Figure 49 Using a Shorting Wire..................................................................... 118
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Tables
Table 1 Symbols used......................................................................................... 2
Table 2 Conversion Types................................................................................. 31
Table 3 Matching Certificate Values to the 1529 ITS-90 Coefficients............... 32
Table 4 Setting Coefficients Rtpw, a8, b8, a4, and b4...................................... 33
Table 5 Field Types........................................................................................... 42
Table 6 REF Display Keywords......................................................................... 43
Table 7 Alphabetical List of Commands........................................................... 69
Table 8 Statistical Calculation Types.............................................................. 113
Table 9 Field Types......................................................................................... 113
Table 10 Reference (REF) Keywords.............................................................. 114
Table 11 Conversion Types, Mnemonics, and Serial Port Responses.......... 114
Table 12 Conversion Types and Parameters.................................................. 115
Table 13 RJC Settings..................................................................................... 115
Table 14 Port Numbers................................................................................... 115
Table 15 Date Formats.................................................................................... 116
Table 16 Time Formats................................................................................... 116
Table 17 PRT and Thermistor Calibration Parameter Description.................. 117
Table 18 Calibration Parameters..................................................................... 120
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Introduction and Safety Information
Symbols Used
1 Introduction and Safety Information

The Hart 1529 is a low-cost, high-accuracy, digital thermometer readout designed to
be used with 25 and 100 W PRTs, thermistors, and thermocouples. Its unique combi-
nation of features makes it suitable for a wide variety of applications from laboratory
measurement to industrial processes. Features of the 1529 include:
●● Measures 25 Ω and 100 Ω PRTs, thermistors, and thermocouples
●● Four inputs: two PRT/thermistor and two thermocouple (standard configuration)
●● Four-wire connection eliminates lead resistance effects in PRTs
●● Three-wire measurement mode for three-wire RTDs
●● Exclusive patented mini-DWF connectors (U.S. Patent No. 5,964,625)
●● Automatic current reversal eliminates thermoelectric EMF errors
●● Accuracy: PRTs to 0.006 °C, thermistors to 0.002 °C, and thermocouples to
0.3 °C
●● Typical resolution: PRTs 0.001 °C, thermistors 0.0001 °C, thermocouples
0.01 °C
●● Measures four sensors simultaneously with a fast one-second measurement
cycle
●● Measures one sensor at 10 readings per second (limited accuracy)
●● Adjustable moving average for extra precision
●● Stores over 8,000 measurements internally
●● Accepts ITS-90, PT-100 (ASTM E1137, DIN 43760, or IEC-751), and
Callendar-Van Dusen PRT characterizations
●● Accepts Steinhart-Hart R(T) or T(R) and YSI-400 type thermistor
characterizations
●● Accepts thermocouple types B, E, J, K, N, R, S, T, Au-Pt, and polynomial
specified
●● Temperature offsets for improved thermocouple accuracy
●● Stores 10 additional sets of probe parameters
●● Eight programmable display sets for display probe information, measurement
statistical data, or difference between measurements
●● Password protection of settings
●● Large, LCD, user-configurable, display viewable in bright or dim lighting
●● Serial RS-232 interface standard; IEEE-488 GPIB interface optional
●● Powered by external AC supply, 12-15V DC source, or internal rechargeable
battery
1.1 Symbols Used

Table 1 lists the International Electrical Symbols. Some or all of these symbols may be
used on the instrument or in this guide.
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Symbols Used
Table 1 Symbols used
Symbol Description
AC (Alternating Current)
AC-DC
Battery
Complies with European Union directives
DC
Double Insulated
Electric Shock
Fuse
PE Ground
Hot Surface (Burn Hazard)
Read the User’s Guide (Important Information)
Off
On
Canadian Standards Association
C-TICK Australian EMC mark
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Safety Information
Symbol Description
The European Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive (2002/96/
EC) mark.
1.2 Safety Information

Use this instrument only as specified in this manual. Otherwise, the protection
provided by the instrument may be impaired. Refer to the safety information in The
following sections.
The following definitions apply to the terms “Warning” and “Caution”.
●● “Warning” identifies conditions and actions that may pose hazards to the user.
●● “Caution” identifies conditions and actions that may damage the instrument
being used.
1.2.1 Warnings
●● DO NOT use this unit in environments other than those listed in the User’s
Guide.
●● Follow all safety guidelines listed in the User’s Guide.
●● Calibration equipment should only be used by trained personnel.
●● This instrument can measure extreme temperatures. Precautions must be taken
to prevent personal injury or damage to objects. Probes may be extremely

hot or cold. Cautiously handle probes to prevent personal injury. Carefully
place probes on a heat/cold resistant surface or rack until they reach room
temperature.
●● If this equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the
protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.

●● Before initial use, or after transport, or after storage in humid or semi-humid
environments, or anytime the instrument has not been energized for more than
10 days, the instrument needs to be energized for a “dry-out” period of 2 hours
before it can be assumed to meet all of the safety requirements of the IEC
1010-1. If the product is wet or has been in a wet environment, take necessary
measures to remove moisture prior to applying power such as storage in a low
humidity temperature chamber operating at 50 °C for 4 hours or more.
●● The AC adapter can present safety concerns if misused or damaged. To avoid
the risk of electric shock or fire, do not use the AC adapter outdoors or in a
dusty, dirty, or wet environment. If the cord, case, or plug of the adapter is
damaged in any way, discontinue its use immediately and have it replaced.
Never disassemble the AC adapter. Use only the AC adapter provided with the
instrument or equivalent adapter recommended by the manufacturer of this
instrument.
●● The AC adapter has circuits with high voltage inside that could present danger
of electrical shock or fire if exposed. If the AC adapter is damaged in any way

or becomes hot, discontinue its use immediately, disconnect it from any AC
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supply, and have it replaced. Do not attempt to open, repair, or continue using a
damaged or defective AC adapter.
●● The instrument batteries can present danger if not handled properly. To avoid
the risk of exposure to dangerous substances or explosion, immediately remove
the batteries and discontinue use if they leak or become damaged. Never allow
the batteries to be shorted, heated, punctured, or dropped. If the instrument is
physically damaged, immediately remove the batteries to insure that they do
not become shorted. While removed from the instrument, store the batteries in
a location so that they do not come into contact with metal or fluids that might
short circuit the batteries and where they are safe from excessive temperatures.
Used batteries must be disposed of properly. Check your local regulations for
additional information. Never dispose of batteries in fire which may result in
explosion with the possibility of personal injury or property damage.
●● DO NOT use this instrument in combination with any probe ( PRT, thermistor,
or thermocouple) to measure the temperature or resistance of any device where
the probe might come in contact with a conductor that is electrically energized.
Severe electric shock, personal injury, or death may occur.
1.2.2 Cautions
●● If the instrument is dropped, struck, or handled in a way that causes internal
or external physical damage, immediately unplug the AC adapter, remove the

batteries, discontinue use, and contact the factory for repair. Do not attempt to
disassemble or repair the instrument, batteries, or AC adapter. Refer repairs or
replacement components to the manufacturer.
●● The instrument and thermometer probes are sensitive and can be easily
damaged. Always handle these devices with care. DO NOT allow them to be
dropped, struck, stressed, or overheated.
●● Probes are fragile devices which can be damaged by mechanical shock,
overheating, and absorption of moisture or fluids in the wires or hub. Damage

may not be visibly apparent but nevertheless can cause drift, instability, and loss
of accuracy. Observe the following precautions:
●● DO NOT allow probes to be dropped, struck, bent, or stressed.
●● DO NOT overheat probes beyond their recommended temperature range.
●● DO NOT allow any part of the probe other than the sheath to be immersed in
fluid.
●● DO NOT allow the probe hub or wires to be exposed to excessive temperatures.
●● Keep the probe wires clean and away from fluids.
1.3 Authorized Service Centers

Please contact one of the following authorized Service Centers to coordinate service
on your Hart product:
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Fluke Corporation, Hart Scientific Division

799 E. Utah Valley Drive
American Fork, UT 84003-9775
USA
Phone: +1.801.763.1600
Telefax: +1.801.763.1010
E-mail: support@hartscientific.com
Fluke Nederland B.V.

Customer Support Services
Science Park Eindhoven 5108
5692 EC Son
NETHERLANDS
Phone: +31-402-675300
Telefax: +31-402-675321
E-mail: ServiceDesk@fluke.nl
Fluke Int’l Corporation

Service Center - Instrimpex
Room 2301 Sciteck Tower
22 Jianguomenwai Dajie
Chao Yang District
Beijing 100004, PRC
CHINA
Phone: +86-10-6-512-3436
Telefax: +86-10-6-512-3437
E-mail: xingye.han@fluke.com.cn
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Fluke South East Asia Pte Ltd.

Fluke ASEAN Regional Office
Service Center
60 Alexandra Terrace #03-16
The Comtech (Lobby D)
118502
SINGAPORE
Phone: +65 6799-5588

Telefax: +65 6799-5588
E-mail: antng@singa.fluke.com
When contacting these Service Centers for support, please have the following infor-
mation available:
●● Model Number
●● Serial Number
●● Voltage
●● Complete description of the problem
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Specifications and Environmental Conditions
Specifications
2 Specifications and Environmental Conditions
2.1 Specifications
PRT Thermistor Thermocouple
Inputs 2 channels PRT/thermistor and 2 channels thermocouple
or 4 channels PRT/thermistor
or 4 channels thermocouple
PRT/thermistor channels accept 2,3, or 4 wires
Thermocouple channels accept B, E, J, K, N, R, S, T, and Au-Pt thermocouple
types
Temperature –189 to 960 °C –50 to 150 °C –270 to 1800 °C
Range1
Measurement 0 to 400 Ω 0 to 500 kΩ –10 to 100 mV
Range
Resistance / 0 to 20 Ω : 0 to 5 kΩ: ±0.0005kΩ –10 to 50 mV: ±0.005 mV
Voltage Accuracy2 ±0.0005 Ω 5 to 200 kΩ: ±100 ppm 50 to 100 mV: ±100 ppm of
20 to 400 Ω: ±25 of reading reading
ppm of reading 200 to 500 KΩ: ±300 (Internal RJC: ±0.25 °C)
ppm of reading
Characterizations ITS-90, Steinhart-Hart, YSI-400 NIST Monograph 175, 3-point
PT-100 (ASTM deviation function applied
E1137, DIN 43760, to NIST 175, 6th-order
IEC-751), polynomial
Callendar-Van Dusen
Temperature ±0.004 °C at –100 °C ±0.0025 °C at 0 °C Type Ext./Int.RJC
Accuracy (meter ±0.006 °C at 0 °C ±0.0025 °C at 25 °C B ±0.6 °C/±0.6 °C
only)1 ±0.009 °C at 100 °C ±0.004 °C at 50 °C E ±0.07 °C/±0.25 °C
±0.012 °C at 200 °C ±0.010 °C at 75 °C J ±0.1 °C/±0.35 °C
±0.018 °C at 400 °C ±0.025 °C at 100 °C K ±0.15 °C/±0.4 °C
±0.024 °C at 600 °C
N ±0.15 °C/±0.3 °C
R ±0.4 °C/±0.5 °C
S ±0.5 °C/±0.6 °C
T ±0.1 °C/±0.3 °C
Temperature 0.001 ° 0.0001 ° 0.01 to 0.001 °
Resolution,
typical3
Operating Range1 16 to 30 °C
Measurement 0.1 second to 1 hour; inputs may be read sequentially or simultaneously at 1
Interval second or greater interval
Excitation Current 1mA 2 and 10 µA, N/A
(reversing) automatically selected
Display 1.3” x 5” backlit LCD graphical display
Display Units °C, °F, K, Ω, KΩ, mV
Data Logging Up to 8,000 time- and date-stamped measurements can be logged
Logging Intervals 0.1, 0.2, 0.5, 1, 2, 5, 10, 30, or 60 seconds; 2, 5, 10, 30, or 60 minutes
Averaging Moving average of most recent 2 to 10 readings, user selectable
Statistical Data Average, standard deviation, minimum, maximum, spread, N, difference (delta)
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PRT Thermistor Thermocouple

Probe Connection Patented DWF connectors accepts spade lug, Universal receptacle accepts
bare-wire, or banana plug terminations miniature and standard
connectors
Communications RS-232 port included, IEEE-488 (GPIB) optional
AC Power 100 to 240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, 0.4A
DC Power 12 to 16 VDC, 0.5 A (battery charges during operation from 14.5 to 16 VDC, 1.0A)
Battery NiMH, 8 hours operation typical without backlight, 3 hours to charge, 500 cycles
Size 4.0” H x 7.5” W x 8.2” D (102 x 191 x 208 mm)
Weight 4.5 lbs. (2 kg)
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The sensor generally limits the actual temperature range. Temperature accuracy specifications do not
include sensor accuracy. Thermistor temperature accuracy assumes a 10kΩ sensor. Thermocouple
accuracy is with internal reference junction compensation; accuracy is improved with external reference
junction compensation. Thermocouple temperature accuracies are given for external reference junction
compensation and internal reference junction compensation, respectively.
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Measurement accuracy specifications apply within the operating temperature range and assume 4-sample
averaging and 4 lead wires for PRTs. With 3-wire RTDs add 0.05Ω to the measurement accuracy plus the
maximum possible difference between the resistances of the lead wires.
Actual resolution can be set greater than typical resolution, but the added digits (0.0001 max.) may not be
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meaningful to the measurement.
2.2 Environmental Conditions

Although the instrument has been designed for optimum durability and trouble-free
operation, it must be handled with care. The instrument should not be operated in an
excessively dusty, dirty, or wet environment. Maintenance and cleaning recommenda-
tions can be found in Section 9, Maintenance on page 123.
For full accuracy, operate the instrument in ambient temperatures between 16–30 °C
(61–86 °F). The battery may not charge properly at temperatures above 30 °C. Do
not operate the instrument in an environment colder than 5 °C (41 °F) or warmer than
40 °C (104 °F).
The instrument operates safely under the following conditions:
●● Ambient temperature range: absolute 5–40 °C (41–104 °F) [full accuracy 16–
30 °C (61–86 °F)]
●● Ambient relative humidity: maximum 80% for temperature <31 °C, decreasing
linearly to 50% at 40 °C
●● Pressure: 75 kPa–106 kPa
●● Vibration should be minimized
●● Altitude less than 2,000 meters
●● Indoor use only
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Quick Start
Connect the Probe
3 Quick Start
This section briefly explains the basics of setting up and operating your 1529 Ther-
mometer Readout.
3.1 Unpacking
Carefully unpack the 1529 thermometer readout. Verify that the following items are
present:
●● 1529 Thermometer Readout (The battery inside the 1529 is completely charged
when shipped. Initial charging is not required.)
●● AC Adapter/Charger and power cord
●● Serial Cable
●● User’s Guide
●● Report of Calibration with calibration label
●● Probe (optional-must be purchased separately)
●● Two ferrites (for use with probes as described in Section 3.4.1, Using the
Clamp-on Ferrites on page 9)
If all items are not present, contact an Authorized Service Center (see Section 1.3,
Authorized Service Centers on page 4)
3.2 Use Proper Care

You must understand the safety issues related to the 1529. Be aware that potential haz-
ards exist due to high temperatures and battery chemicals. Carefully read the Warnings
and Cautions in Section 1.2, Safety Information on page 3.
The 1529 and any thermometer probes used with it are sensitive instruments that can
be easily damaged. Always handle these devices with care. DO NOT allow them to be
dropped, struck, stressed, or over-heated.
3.3 Learn About the Features and Components

Familiarize yourself with the features and accessories of the 1529 by reading Section
4, Parts and Controls on page 13.
3.4 Connect the Probe

The PRT/thermistor or thermocouple probe connects on the back panel of the 1529
using patented mini-DWF connectors (PRT/thermistor) or the universal receptacles
(thermocouples).
3.4.1 Using the Clamp-on Ferrites

Clamp-on ferrites are provided with this product for the use of improving its electro-
magnetic (EM) immunity in environments of excessive EM interference. During EMC
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testing we found that ferrites clamped around the probe cables and power cord reduced
the risk that EM interference affects measurements. Therefore, we recommend that
the clamp-on ferrites provided (Steward P/N 28A2025-0A2) be used on the cables of
probes attached to this product, especially if it the product is used near sources of EM
interference such as heavy industrial equipment.
To attach a ferrite to a probe cable, make a loop in the cable near the connector and
clamp the ferrite around half of the loop as shown in Figure 1 on this page The ferrite
can be easily snapped open and moved to a new probe when needed.
probe cable
clamp-on ferrite
Figure 1 Using the Clamp-on Ferrites
3.5 Connect the Power Source

The 1529 draws power from either a 15-volt DC power supply (the included AC
adapter) connected to the DC input or the internal re-chargeable battery pack. To use
the AC adapter, plug it into a wall outlet of the appropriate voltage and insert the DC
plug into the DC power input of the 1529 (see Figure 3 on page 14).
3.6 Switch the Power On

Power is turned on and off with the power switch located on the top right corner of
the back panel. To switch the power on, toggle the power switch to the ‘ON’ position.
To switch power off, toggle the power switch to the ‘OFF’ position. The instrument
takes a few seconds to power up, initialize, and begin normal operation. A self-test is
performed displaying the channel configuration and status of the system, calibration,
GPIB, memory, and buttons. If the thermometer readout calibration has expired, the
user is notified and must press the Enter button to continue initialization. If an error
message is displayed on power up see Section 10, Troubleshooting on page 125.
3.7 Measure Temperature

After initialization, the temperature measurements for the configured channels are dis-
played. The appropriate sensor type must be selected and coefficients entered for the
measurements to be accurate (see Section 6.2.1, Edit Probe on page 30). Place the sen-
sors of the probe into the object(s) you want to measure. DO NOT force the probe(s)
or otherwise allow them to be bent, stressed, or overheated. Probes can be easily dam-
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Measure Temperature
aged if misused. For further suggestions on handling the probe and using the 1529 and
probe to measure temperature accurately, see Section 5, General Operation on page 17.
For information on the various modes of operation of the 1529 see Section 6, Menu
Functions on page 23.
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Parts and Controls
Back Panel
4 Parts and Controls

The functions of the various features of the 1529 are described below.
4.1 Front Panel Buttons

The front panel buttons Enter/Menu, Unit, Contrast, and Exit are used to select and
alter the functions of the thermometer readout (see Figure 2).
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1 TYP: CVD 1 AVE: 24.1530 C
1 SER: 145-560 1 STD: 0.0038 C
1 –T1: 0.0000 C 1 SPR: 0.0219 C
ALOG: OFF 0% TIME: 14:58:43
1529 CHUB E-4 THERMOMETER READOUT
ENTER / MENU UNIT CONTRAST EXIT
Figure 2 Front Panel
The function of each button is as follows:

Enter/Menu - This button displays and scrolls through the menu options. Use this but-
ton to select the menu to enter and to save changes made to menu choices.
Unit - LR Use these buttons to select the units C, F, or K when not in the menu
structure. In conjunction with the Menu button, use these buttons to scroll left and
right through menu options and choices.
Contrast - UD Use these buttons to lighten or darken the display when not in the
menu structure. In conjunction with the Menu button, use these buttons to scroll up
and down through menu options and choices.
Exit - Use this button to exit any menu. When editing a parameter, if the Exit button is
pressed, the immediate operation is canceled and control skips to the next parameter.
Holding the button down for several seconds, exits to the main display.
4.2 Back Panel

The back panel consists of the power switch, AC adapter connector, charging indica-
tor, RS-232 port connector, IEEE-488 port connector (optional), serial label, and probe
connectors. The 1529 thermometer readout can be configured in three different ways.
The configuration affects the probe connectors on the back panel. The Model 1529 is
configured with one PRT/thermistor input module of two channels and one thermo-
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Back Panel
couple input module of two channels. The Model 1529-R is configured with two PRT/
thermistor input modules of four channels. The Model 1529-T is configured with two
thermocouple input modules of four channels. Figure 3 shows the back panel and the
three different configurations.
Figure 3 Back Panel
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Parts and Controls
Accessories
Power Switch - The power switch turns the thermometer readout on and off.
AC Adapter Connecor - The AC adapter plugs into the DC power input to recharge
the battery and to power the instrument while the battery is being charged (see Section
5.3, Battery on page 17).
Charging Indicator - The charging indicator lights when the AC adapter is connected.
It glows green when the battery is at full charge and amber when the battery is being
charged.
RS-232 Port Connector - The DB-9 connector is for interfacing the thermometer read-
out to a computer or terminal with serial RS-232 communications.
IEEE-488 Port (optional) - The GPIB connector is for interfacing the thermometer
readout to a computer or terminal with IEEE-488 communications.
Serial Label - The serial label shows the instrument model and serial number.
Probe Connectors - Probe(s) must be connected either to the patented mini-DWF
connectors (PRT/thermistor probes) or to the universal receptacle (thermocouples) for
operation.
4.3 Accessories
The 1529 thermometer readout comes standard with a hand strap on the side for easy
carrying of the instrument. The following accessories are also available:
●● 2513-1529 Rack Mount Kit
●● 9323 Soft Carrying Case
●● 9322 Hard Carrying Case
●● 2380 Small Thermocouple Connector Kit
●● 2381 Large Thermocouple Connector Kit
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General Operation
Battery
5 General Operation
This section explains basic operation of the 1529 thermometer readout. Detailed op-
eration of the 1529 is explained in Sections and . Section explains the menu structure
and the functions available in the menu structure and Section explains the communi-
cations interface for operating the 1529 remotely.
5.1 Display
The 1529 display consists of two parts. The top portion of the display is used for
displaying the measurements from one to four inputs. The bottom portion of the dis-
play is reserved for the programmable fields and field display sets. Information about
the channels and measurements can be displayed in greater detail such as min, max,
spread, standard deviation, and many other functions. When the measure period is 0.1
or 0.2 seconds (fast measurement mode), the programmable fields and field display set
information are not displayed.
5.2 Changing Units

The 1529 thermometer readout is capable of displaying temperature in Celsius (C),
Fahrenheit (F), or Kelvin (K). (Displaying in units of Ω, KΩ, or mV is also available
through the PROBE menu and is channel specific.) Temperature units are changed on
all channels (not individually) by pressing the buttons on the front panel when not in
the menu structure. Press the Unit, LR, buttons to scroll forward and backward
through C, F, or K. All channels or fields that are displaying temperature on the upper
or lower display are updated to the new units.
Channels that are set to Ω, KΩ, or mV in the PROBE menu are left unchanged when
temperature units are modified. Changing the units resets the statistical calculations
(displayed in the bottom portion of the display).
5.3 Battery
The 1529 thermometer readout has a built-in nickel-metal-hydride battery pack that
can power the instrument for about eight hours before needing to be recharged. The
battery discharges more quickly when the display backlight is used. The percent of
battery charge remaining is displayed on the bottom portion of the display when the
battery power is being used. The battery percentage is approximate and should only be
used as a general guideline when determining the length of charge remaining. The bat-
tery is recharged in situ (while in place) using the AC adapter that is provided.
Plug the AC adapter into the wall outlet and connect the DC plug of the adapter
into the 1529. The battery is charged as necessary whether or not the instrument is
switched on. The power control circuit inside the instrument manages battery charging
and stops charging the battery automatically when the battery is fully charged. Only
charge the battery when ambient temperature is between 16 °C and 30 °C (61 °F and
86 °F) It normally takes about three hours to fully charge the battery. The instrument
can be operated while the battery is being charged. The charging indicator on the back
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panel is green when the battery is fully charged and amber when being charged using
the AC adapter.
The battery may self-discharge over several months, especially if the temperature is
warm. The battery pack can be used for a minimum of 500 charge-discharge cycles be-
fore needing to be replaced. Replacement battery packs are available from the manu-
facturer. The battery pack can be easily removed and replaced in the field by following
this procedure:
1. Power the 1529 off and unplug the AC adapter from the unit.
2. Turn the 1529 over to expose the battery compartment. Remove the battery
cover hex screw. Place the screw in a safe place so it won’t get lost. Flip open
the battery cover to reach the battery pack.
3. Remove the battery pack. Gently disconnect the battery plug connector.
4. Attach the polarized plug of the new battery pack onto the connector. Note: The
battery plug is polarized and can only be plugged in one direction. DO NOT
force it. Place the battery pack in the battery compartment.
5. Close the battery cover and replace the screw. Avoid pinching the battery wires.
6. Plug in the AC adapter and charge for a minimum of four hours for the
initial charge. Used batteries must be disposed of properly. Check your local
regulations for additional information. You may return used batteries to
the manufacturer. Never dispose of batteries in fire as this may result in an
explosion with the possibility of personal injury or property damage.
When the battery charge is not at 100%, the measurement accuracy is not affected. If
the power is interrupted while the instrument is logging measurements (on demand or
automatically), the logged data is preserved and logging resumes when the power is
restored.
5.4 Probe Input Modules

The 1529 can be configured in three ways:
●● Two RTD/thermistor input modules.
●● Two thermocouple input modules.
●● One RTD/thermistor and one thermocouple input module.
Each input module supports two channels. Your 1529 thermometer readout is config-
ured at the factory and is not field changeable. Input modules should never be removed
for any reason.
All possible configurations are shown in Figure 3 on page 14.
5.4.1 Connecting a PRT or Thermistor Probe

PRT and thermistor probes are attached to the resistance input module via Hart Sci-
entific mini-DWF connectors. These patented connectors accept bare wire, spade, or
mini banana plug terminations. The connectors are color coded for ease in connecting
lead-wires.
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Probe Input Modules
When using 2- and 3-wire sensors, the accuracy of the 1529 is reduced as stated in
the specifications. Compensation is made for 3-wire PRTs, but the difference in lead
resistance affects the measurement accuracy. The 1529 thermometer readout is unable
to compensate for 2-wire lead resistance.
Attach the lead-wires of the probes as shown in Figure 4 on this page. The top ter-
mainals sense current and the bottom terminals sense potential.
Channel 1 Channel 2
Shield
Connecting 4-wire probes
Channel 1 Channel 2
Channel 1 Channel 2
Figure 4 Probe Connection Wiring Diagram
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DC Power Source
5.4.2 Connecting a Thermocouple

The 1529 thermocouple input module accepts both standard and sub-miniature size
thermocouple connectors. The connection is made with the positive terminal on the
right and the negative terminal on the left. You must use a connector that matches the
thermocouple type for the internal RJC to be accurate. For example, if you are using
a type K thermocouple you must also use a type K connector, which is made from the
same type of metal. For best results, wait two minutes before measuring after inserting
the thermocouple connector into the input module.
Figure 5 Thermocouple Connections
5.5 DC Power Source
Caution: For CE compliance and for performance, use only the AC adapter
shipped with the instrument by Hart Scientific. If the AC adapter needs to be re-
placed, contact an Authorized Service Center (see Section 1.3, Authorized
Service Centers on page 4).
The DC power source provides power to charge the battery. It can also be used to pow-
er the 1529 while the battery is being charged. The AC adapter provided with the 1529
is intended for these purposes. The DC power source plugs into the DC power input
on the back panel of the instrument. The AC adapter has circuits with high voltages
inside that could present danger of electric shock or fire if exposed. If the AC adapter
is damaged in any way or becomes hot, discontinue use immediately, disconnect the
adapter from any AC supply, and replace the adapter. Do not attempt to open, repair, or
continue using a damaged or defective AC adapter.
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General Operation
Taking Measurements
5.6 Power On Self-Test

When power is turned on, the 1529 performs a self-test checking the system, all chan-
nels, calibration, GPIB, memory, and buttons. If an error occurs, an error message is
displayed. See Section 10.1, Troubleshooting on page 125 for additional information
on error messages.
5.7 Display Backlight and Contrast

The display backlight is adjustable for use in varying lighting conditions. The four
backlight modes are accessible in the CHANNEL menu DISPLAY OPTIONS func-
tion. If the display appears faded, dark, or blank, adjust the contrast (off, low, medium,
high) using the front panel contrast buttons.
5.8 Taking Measurements

The procedure for configuring the 1529 thermometer readout to take measurements
on a particular input channel requires the following: (1) connecting the sensor to the
appropriate input channel , (2) enabling the channel, and (3) selecting the conversion
type and probe characterization values.
5.8.1 Connecting the Sensor

Connect the sensor to the RTD/Thermistor channel(s) or thermocouple channel(s) that
you want to measure. Refer to Section 5.4, Probe Input Modules on page 18, for ad-
ditional information.
5.8.2 Enabling the Channel

Channels are set first by selecting either simultaneous or scan mode in the CHANNEL
menu CHANNEL MODE function. Simultaneous mode shows one to four channels
in the upper display simultaneously. Scan mode shows one channel at a time (in large
digit format) scanning through one to four channels depending on the channels that
are enabled. After the mode has been selected, use the CHANNEL menu ENABLE
CHANNEL function, to select the channel to be displayed. Any channel set to ‘Off’ is
not displayed. See Section 6.1.3, Channel Mode on page 26, and Section 6.1.2, Enable
Channel on page 26, for more information.
5.8.3 Selecting Conversion Type and Probe Characterization

Before the 1529 can accurately measure temperature, it must be configured to calcu-
late temperature from the resistance or voltage of the sensor. There are many tempera-
ture conversion algorithms available and the one to use depends on the type of sensor
and its calibration. Many conversion algorithms use coefficients that characterize the
sensor. Coefficients are determined when the sensor is calibrated. SPRTs and RTDs
often use the ITS-90 algorithms and are provided with ITS-90 characterization coef-
ficients. Thermistors often use the Steinhart-Hart algorithms and coefficients. Thermo-
couples use standard tables or equations depending on its type. For additional informa-
tion on conversion types, see Section 6.2, Probe Menu on page 29.
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Fast Measurement Mode
The conversion type and characterization coefficients for a sensor are specified using
the PROBE menu EDIT PROBE function (see Section 6.2.1, Edit Probe on page 30).
5.9 Fast Measurement Mode

Fast Measurement Mode applies to measure periods of 0.1, 0.2, or 0.5 seconds. This
mode allows measurements to be displayed or logged quickly.
Normally, when each measurement is made a self-calibration of the measurement cir-
cuit is performed simultaneously during the measurement process to offset errors from
component drift and spurious EMFs. For measure periods of 0.1, 0.2, and 0.5 seconds,
the fast measurement rate is achieved by foregoing the self-calibration. The drawback
to this Fast Measurement Mode is the accuracy of the measurement may be poor and
subject to drift. Accuracy can be temporarily improved using the AUTO-CAL func-
tion that appears in the CHANNEL menu when in this Fast Measurement Mode. The
AUTO-CAL function causes the instrument to perform a single self-calibration of the
measurement circuit then resume fast measuring (without automatic self-calibration).
See Section 6.1.1, Measure Period and Fast Measurement Mode on page 24 for de-
tailed information on using the Fast Measurement Mode.
5.10 Data Logging

Data can be logged either on demand or automatically at a user-selected interval.
When data is logged, readings are stored to the instrument’s memory and assigned a
label for easy recall and organization of data. Up to 100-demand log and 8,160 auto
log readings can be stored. When data is being logged, the left bottom corner of the
main display shows a strip-recorder indicator.
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Menu Functions
Channel Menu
6 Menu Functions
Selecting the Enter/Menu button from the front panel accesses the main menu of the
1529 thermometer readout. The main menu consists of the submenus: CHANNEL,
PROBE, FIELDS, LOGGING, and SYSTEM. Each submenu has its own set of
functions. The Enter/Menu button is used to select and save menu choices. The Unit
LR buttons are used to scroll forward or backward through the functions. The
Exit button is used to return from a function to the previous menu or step through
parameters.
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LR to select menu item. Press ENTER.
CHANNEL PROBE FIELDS LOGGING SYSTEM
Figure 6 Main Menu
6.1 Channel Menu

The CHANNEL menu (Figure 7 on next page) provides functions for setting the
measurement period, selecting channels, setting the channel display mode, and setting
measurement averaging. The functions that appear in the CHANNEL menu are MEA-
SURE PERIOD, ENABLE CHANNEL, CHANNEL MODE, MOVING AVERAGE,
and DISPLAY OPTIONS/AUTO-CAL. (The DISPLAY OPTIONS changes to AUTO-
CAL when the measure period is less than 1 second.)
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Channel Menu
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MEASUREMENT CONTROL FUNCTIONS
MEASURE ENABLE CHANNEL MOVING DISPLAY
PERIOD CHANNEL MODE AVERAGE OPTIONS
Figure 7 Channel Menu
6.1.1 Measure Period and Fast Measurement Mode

The MEASURE PERIOD function allows you to control the period (time) between
measurements. You may select between 0.1, 0.2, 0.5, 1, 2, 5, 10 and 30 seconds, 1,
2, 5, 10, and 30 minutes, or 1 hour. Note: Accuracy may be reduced in measurement
periods less than one second. When this function is selected, the bottom portion of the
display shows the current setting and allows the setting to be changed.
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MEA PER: 1 SEC
Figure 8 Measure Perioid
The LR buttons are used to select the period between measurements. Press the
Enter button to save the new setting. Press the Exit button to cancel and to exit to the
menu.
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Menu Functions
Channel Menu
When the measure period is set to less than 1 second (i.e. 0.1, 0.2, 0.5 seconds) the
1529 enters the Fast Measurement Mode. The menu buttons may seem to be sluggish
in this mode as the processor is making faster measurements. When in the Fast Mea-
surement Mode, the following changes occur at 0.1, 0.2, and 0.5 seconds.
●● The channel display is updated quicker.
●● The DISPLAY FUNCTIONS function changes to the AUTO-CAL function.
●● The measurement accuracy is reduced and is subject to uncertainty factors that
are not typically introduced in a normal full measurement cycle.
●● With serial port printing (see Section ) measurements are printed without the
time and date and other associated information.
The following occur if the measure period is set to 0.1 or 0.2 seconds.
●● The CHANNEL MODE function becomes unavailable.
●● The 1529 measures one channel in scan mode.
●● The field information normally displayed in the bottom portion of the display is
not updated or displayed. The message, FIELD DATA NOT AVAILABLE AT

THIS RATE, is displayed.
The following occur if the measure period is set to 0.5 seconds.
●● The 1529 can measure up to four channels in scan or simultaneous mode.
The Fast Measurement Mode is automatically implemented when the measure period
is set to less than 1 second. If the measure period is set to 0.1 or 0.2 seconds and the
Enter button is pressed, the following message is display.
ONE CHANNEL ONLY. SETTINGS CHANGED.
SELECT CHANNEL USING ENABLE CHANNEL.
ACCURACY NOT GUARANTEED AT THIS RATE.
Press ENTER to continue …
Press the Enter button to confirm and to continue. The display is automatically
changed to display one channel in large digit format. If more than one channel is
enabled, the first channel is left enabled and the other channels are automatically dis-
abled. To enable a different channel, use the ENABLE CHANNEL function from the
CHANNEL menu. See Section 8.1.2. Press the Exit button to cancel.
If the measure period is set to 0.5 seconds and the Enter button is pressed, the follow-
ing message is display.
ACCURACY NOT GUARANTEED AT THIS RATE.
Press ENTER to continue …
Press the Enter button to confirm and to continue. The display is remains unchanged
and all enabled channels remain enabled channels. Press the Exit button to cancel.
When the measure period is reset to 1 second or greater, the following message is
displayed indicating that the 1529 is returning to normal operation.
FULL ACCURACY.
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Channel Menu
The DISPLAY FUNCTIONS function of the CHANNEL menu reappears and the
CHANNEL MODE function is available.
Note: Accuracy in the Fast Measurement Mode is affected by ambient conditions,
changes in measured temperature, higher measured temperature, and the time duration
from using the AUTO-CAL function. To reduce the uncertainty in the Fast Measure-
ment Mode, use the 1529 in a controlled ambient environment, in a very stable bath or
dry block at lower temperatures, and use the AUTO-CAL function often.
6.1.2 Enable Channel

The ENABLE CHANNEL function enables and disables measuring of each channel.
If a channel is off, its measurement is not displayed on the top portion of the display in
either scan or simultaneous display modes. When this function is selected, the bottom
portion of the display shows the on/off status of each configured channel and allows
the setting to be changed. Each configured channel is identified by its channel number.
Use the UD buttons to select the channel to change. The LR buttons are used to
change the setting. Press the Enter button to save the setting. Press and hold the Exit
button to cancel to the main display or press the EXIT button to cancel and to move to
the next parameter.
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CHAN 1: ON
CHAN 2: ON
CHAN 3: ON
CHAN 4: ON
Figure 9 Enable Channel
6.1.3 Channel Mode

The CHANNEL MODE (Figure 10 on opposite page)function sets the channel display
mode. When this function is selected, the bottom portion of the display shows the cur-
rent scan mode and allows the setting to be changed.
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Channel Menu
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SC MODE: SIMULT
Figure 10 Channel Mode
The following scan modes are available:

●● SCAN - measures enabled channels scanning through and displaying the
channels one at a time, sequentially, in large digit format.
●● SIMULT - measures and displays enabled channels simultaneously.
The LR buttons are used to select a setting. Press the Enter button to save the set-
ting and exit. Press the Exit button to cancel and to exit to the menu.
If the measure period is 0.1 or 0.2 seconds, the CHANNEL MODE function is un-
available. The channel mode is automatically set to scan mode. The following message
is displayed when the CHANNEL MODE function is selected.
NOT AVAILABLE AT THIS RATE.
Press ENTER to continue…
If the measure period is 0.5 seconds or greater, the channel mode operates normally.
6.1.4 Moving Average

The MOVING AVERAGE function (Figure 11 on next page) sets the input averaging.
The moving average filter is useful for smoothing variations in the measurements and
for improving resolution. When this function is selected, the bottom portion of the
display shows the averaging setting and allows the setting to be changed. Select the
number of raw measurements to be averaged to produce the displayed measurement.
The range is from 1 to 10. The factory default is 1.
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AVERAGE: 3
Figure 11 Moving Average
The measurements are averaged together until the selected number of measurements to
average has been reached. Then the calculated average is based on the selected number
of measurements to average. For example, if the selected number of measurements to
average is selected as 3, the 1st measurement is displayed, the 1st and 2nd measure-
ments are averaged and displayed, and then the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd measurements are
averaged and displayed. From this point forward each displayed measurement consists
of the last three measurements averaged together.
The LR buttons are used to select a setting. Press the Enter button to save the set-
ting and exit. Press the Exit button to cancel and to exit to the menu.
6.1.5 Display Options/Auto-Cal

The DISPLAY OPTIONS function (Figure 12 on opposite page) is displayed when the
measure period is one second or greater and allows you to select the display resolu-
tion, decimal character, and lamp illumination. The AUTO-CAL function is displayed
when the measure period is 0.1, 0.2, or 0.5 seconds and allows a full measurement
to be taken. When the DISPLAY OPTIONS function is selected, the bottom portion
of the display shows the current display settings. This function is the same as the
FIELDS menu DISPLAY OPTIONS function.
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RESOL: 3
DECIMAL: .
LAMP: OFF
Figure 12 Display Options
The RESOL parameter determines the number of decimal places (0 through 4 or

AUTO) to be displayed for the temperature measurements. If AUTO is selected, the
instrument automatically determines the number of decimal places to display depend-
ing on the probe conversion type.
The DECIMAL parameter is for selecting the character used as the decimal separator.
The choices are period (.) or comma (,).
The LAMP parameter specifies the brightness of the display (OFF, LOW, MED,
HIGH). Enabling this parameter causes the battery to discharge faster.
Use the LR buttons to change the parameter setting. Use the UD buttons to scroll
between the parameters. Press the Enter button to save the new setting. Press and hold
the Exit button to cancel to the main display or press the EXIT button to cancel and to
move to the next parameter.
When the AUTO-CAL function is selected, the following message is displayed.
FAST MODE AUTO CAL.
Press ENTER to continue...
Press the Enter button to perform the full measurement function. Press the Exit button
to cancel and to exit to the menu.
6.2 Probe Menu

The PROBE menu (Figure 13 on next page)provides functions for specifying the chan-
nel, probe type, the type of temperature conversion and coefficients, copying probe
parameters, testing conversion settings, viewing and printing probe parameters, and
clearing the default probe. The functions that appear in this menu are EDIT PROBE,
COPY PROBE, TEST PROBE, PRINT PROBE, and DEFAULT PROBE.
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PROBE CHARACTERIZATION FUNCTIONS
EDIT COPY TEST PRINT DEFAULT
PROBE PROBE PROBE PROBE PROBE
Figure 13 Probe Menu
6.2.1 Edit Probe

The EDIT PROBE function allows you to select a probe channel, enter the probe serial
number, and select the conversion type and characterization coefficients and param-
eters. You select the probe channel from one of the four probe channel setups or from
one of the ten memory setups.
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URANGE: 100Ω
PROBE: CHAN-1 WIRES: 4
SERIAL: 145-560 RO: 100.0000
TYPE: CVD DAL: 0.003850000
Figure 14 Edit Probe
The EDIT PROBE function can be password protected to restrict access. See Sec-
tion 6.5.3, Password on page 62, for more information. If this function is password
protected, the user is prompted to enter the password to gain access. If an incorrect
password is entered, the display shows the message PASSWORD INCORRECT and
access is denied. If the correct password is entered or if this function is not password
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Probe Menu
protected, the bottom portion of the display shows the probe channel, the probe serial
number and the conversion type. The characterization coefficients and parameters are
displayed after the conversion type is selected.
The PROBE parameter is for selecting any one of the four input channels: CHAN1,
CHAN2, CHAN3 and CHAN4 or one of the ten probe memory channels: PMEM0,
PMEM1, PMEM2, PMEM3, PMEM4, PMEM5, PMEM6, PMEM7, PMEM8, and
PMEM9. The probe memory channels are for storing probe settings that can later be
used to copy to an input channel.
The SERIAL parameter is the serial number of the probe being edited. The serial
number consists of a string of up to eight characters using any numeric digits, letters,
and underscore.
The TYPE parameter is the conversion type for the corresponding input channel. The
list of possible conversion types for each probe type is given in Table . The conversion
types available are dependent on the probe or channel type as indicated in the table.
The characterization coefficients and parameters are displayed after the conversion
type is selected. These coefficients may change depending on the selected conversion
type. The conversions and related coefficients and parameters are explained in the fol-
lowing sections.
The LR buttons are used to select the parameter setting. The UD buttons are used
to scroll between and to change each digit of the parameter. Press the Enter button to
change and save the new setting. Press and hold the Exit button to cancel to the main
display or press the EXIT button to cancel and to move to the next parameter. On the
last parameter, press the Exit button to exit to the menu.
Table 2 Conversion Types

Probe Type Conversion Type
SPRT, PRT, RTD ITS-90 (default)
ITS-SR5
PT-100
CVD
RES (Ω)
Thermistor THRM R(T)
THRM T(R)
YSI-400
RES (KΩ)
Thermocouple TC-K (default)
VIN [mV]
TC-B
TC-E
TC-J
TC-N
TC-R
TC-S
TC-T
TC-AU/PT
Polynomial
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6.2.1.1 ITS-90 Conversion

The ITS-90 conversion is for PRTs calibrated and characterized using the Internation-
al Temperature Scale of 1990 equations. The parameters that appear when ITS-90 is
selected are RTPW, A4, B4, A, B, C, and D. These should be set with the correspond-
ing values that appear on the calibration certificate for the PRT. The parameter RTPW
takes the triple point of water resistance from the certificate. The parameters A, B, C,
and D take the an, bn, cn, and d coefficients from the certificate, where n is a number
from 6 to 11. Parameters A4 and B4 take the a4 and b4 coefficients on the certificate.
Any ITS-90 parameter of the 1529 that does not have a corresponding coefficient on
the PRT certificate must be set to 0.
When the ITS-90 conversion type is selected, the RANGE, WIRES, and coefficients
are displayed on the right portion of the bottom of the display. The UD buttons are
used to scroll through the coefficients. Use the Enter button to edit and to save the
new settings. Use the LR buttons to change each digit of the settings. Press and
hold the Exit button to cancel to the main display or press the EXIT button to cancel
and to move to the next parameter. On the last parameter, press the Exit button to exit
the menu.
The RANGE parameter is used to select the appropriate resistance range. For 25 ohm
and 100 ohm PRTs select 100 ohms and for 1000 ohm PRTs select 10K ohms.
The WIRES parameter sets the appropriate number of lead wires from the sensor.
This parameter can be set to 2-, 3-, or 4-wires. See Figure on page for the wiring
configuration.
The following table shows which parameter to set for each of the coefficients that may
appear on the certificate. Note: If the certificate has two sets of coefficients, one set for
“zero-power” calibration and one set for 1 mA calibration, use the coefficients for the
1 mA calibration.)
Table 3 Matching Certificate Values to the 1529 ITS-90 Coefficients

Matching Certificate Values to the 1529 ITS-90 Coefficients
1529 ITS-90 Coefficients Certificate Value
A a6, a7, a8, a9, a10, or a11
B b6, b7, b8, or b9
C c6, c7
D d
A4 a4
B4 b4
The following example demonstrates how to set the ITS-90 parameters for the case
where a PRT was calibrated to ITS-90 and its calibration certificate states values for
coefficients Rtpw, a4, b4, a8, and b8. Set the 1529 parameters with values from the
certificate as follows.
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Table 4 Setting Coefficients Rtpw, a8, b8, a4, and b4

Setting Coefficients Rtpw, a8, b8, a4, and b4
1529 ITS-90 Coefficients Certificate Value
RTPW Rtpw
A a8
B b8
C 0
D 0
A4 a4
B4 b4
6.2.1.2 ITS-SR5
The ITS-SR5 conversion is a special case of the ITS-90 conversion type. This conver-
sion is for the ITS-90 sub-range 5 only.
When the ITS-SR5 conversion type is selected, the RTPW, A5, and B5 coefficients are
displayed on the right portion of the bottom of the display. The UD buttons are used
to scroll through the coefficients. Use the Enter button to edit and to save the new
settings. Use the LR buttons to change each digit of the settings. Press and hold
the Exit button to cancel to the main display or press the EXIT button to cancel and
to move to the next parameter. On the last parameter, press the Exit button to exit the
menu.
6.2.1.3 PT-100 Conversion

The parameters for the PT-100 conversion are R0 (R0), ALPHA (α), DELTA (δ), and
BETA (β). These parameters cannot be changed by the user and are set to; R0: 100.0,
ALPHA: 0.00385055, DELTA: 1.4998, and BETA: 0.109, which are applicable to the
ASTM E1137 type PRTs, also known as DIN-43760 or IEC-751.
When the PT-100 conversion type is selected, the RANGE and WIRES parameters are
to scroll through the parameters. Use the Enter button to change and save the new set-
tings. Press and hold the Exit button to cancel to the main display or press the EXIT
button to cancel and to move to the next parameter. On the last parameter, press the
Exit button to exit the menu.
The RANGE parameter is used to select the appropriate resistance range. Generally,
this should be set to 100 ohms.
This parameter can be set to 2-, 3-, or 4-wires. See Figure 4 on page for the wiring
configuration.
6.2.1.4 Callendar-Van Dusen (CVD) conversion

The following equations are used for the Callendar-Van Dusen conversion:
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   t  t   
 R0 1 + α t − δ  − 1   t≥0
   
100 100   
( )
r t [°C] = 
     t   
3
t  t   t
 R0 1 + α t − δ 100  100 − 1 − β  100 − 1  100    t≤0
    
The user-defined parameters for the Callendar-Van Dusen conversion are R0 (R0),
ALPHA (α), DELTA (δ), and BETA (β). The defaults are R0: 100.0, ALPHA:
0.00385055, DELTA: 1.4998, and BETA: 0.109, which are applicable with DIN-43760
or IEC-751 type PRTs.
Some probes may be provided with A, B, and C coefficients for the Callendar-Van-
Dusen equation in the following form:
(
 R0 1 + At + B 2
 ) t≥0
( )
r t [°C ] = 
 R0 1 + At + Bt + C (t − 100) t 
2 3
t≤0
The A, B, and C coefficients can be converted to α, δ, and β coefficients using the fol-
lowing formulas:
100 108 C
α = A + 100 B δ=− β=−
A A + 100 B
+1
100 B
When the CVD conversion type is selected, the R0, ALPHA, DELTA, and BETA coef-
ficients are displayed on the right portion of the bottom of the display. Use the UD
buttons to scroll through the coefficients. Use the Enter button to edit and save the
new setting. Press and hold the Exit button to cancel to the main display or press the
EXIT button to cancel and to move to the next parameter. On the last parameter, press
the Exit button to exit to the menu.
6.2.1.5 RES Conversion

The RES conversion displays the measurement as resistance in ohms or K ohms de-
pending on the range.
When the RES conversion type is selected, the RANGE and WIRES parameters are
to scroll through the parameters. Use the Enter button to change and save the new set-
tings. Press and hold the Exit button to cancel to the main display or press the EXIT
button to cancel and to move to the next parameter. On the last parameter, press the
Exit button to exit the menu.
The RANGE parameter is used to select the appropriate resistance range. For 25 ohm
and 100 ohm PRTs, select 100 ohm and for 1000 ohm PRTs, select 10 K ohm.
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This parameter can be set to 2-, 3-, or 4-wires. See Figure on page for the wiring
configuration.
6.2.1.6 Thermistor T(R) Conversion [THERM-T]

The following Steinhart-Hart equation is used for the thermistor T(R) conversion:
−1
T ( r ) [ K ] =  A0 + A1 ln r + A2 ln 2 r + A3 ln 3 r 
The user-defined parameters for the thermistor T(R) conversion are A0 (A0) through
A3 (A3) as shown on a typical Hart Scientific thermistor calibration report. If A2 is not
used, as is the case with some calibrations, A2 should be set to 0.0.
Note: Thermistor coefficients stated on the thermistor calibration report may be

labeled differently. The best way to identify the coefficients to use with this type
is to match the equation above with the equation given on the calibration report.
Also, recognize that the coefficients for this equation generally have negative
exponents, e.g. A3: 1.39456E-07.
When the Thermistor T(R) conversion type is selected, the coefficients are displayed
on the right portion of the bottom of the display. Use the UD buttons to scroll
through the coefficients. Use the Enter button to edit and save the new setting. Press
and hold the Exit button to cancel to the main display or press the EXIT button to
cancel and to move to the next parameter. On the last parameter, press the Exit button
to exit to the menu.
6.2.1.7 Thermistor R(T) Conversion [THERM-R]

The following Steinhart-Hart equation is used for the thermistor R(T) conversion:
( )
r T [ K ] = exp  B0 + B1T −1 + B2T −2 + B3T −3 
The user-defined parameters for the thermistor R(T) conversion are B0 (B0) through
B3 (B3) as shown on a typical Hart Scientific thermistor calibration report. If B2 is not
used, as is the case with some calibrations, B2 should be set to 0.0.
Note: Thermistor coefficients stated on the thermistor calibration report may be

labeled differently. The best way to identify the coefficients to use with this type
is to match the equation above with the equation given on the calibration report.
Also, recognize that the coefficients for this equation generally have positive ex-
ponents, e.g. B3: -6.23659E+06.
When the Thermistor R(T) conversion type is selected, the coefficients are displayed
on the right portion of the bottom of the display. Use the UD buttons to scroll
through the coefficients. Use the Enter button to edit and save the new setting. Press
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and hold the Exit button to cancel to the main display or press the EXIT button to
cancel and to move to the next parameter. On the last parameter, press the Exit button
to exit to the menu.
6.2.1.8 YSI-400 Conversion

The YSI-400 conversion type is for 2252Ω thermistors matching the characteristics of
the YSI-400 series of thermistors.
There are no user programmable coefficients associated with this conversion type. Use
the Enter button or Exit button to exit the menu.
6.2.1.9 Thermocouple Volts [Vin[mV]]

The thermocouple volts displays the measurement in volts rather than temperature.
Note: When selecting volts as the conversion type for thermocouples, no cold-junction
compensation is available. The value measured and displayed is the uncompensated
voltage as sensed at the input of the module.
There are no user programmable coefficients associated with this conversion type. Use
the Enter button or Exit button to exit to the menu.
6.2.1.10 Standard Thermocouple Conversions
Note: An Application Note for use of Tungsten-Rhenium and other thermocou-

ples is available at www.hartscientific.com.
Standard thermocouple conversions include types B, E, J, K, N, R, S, T, and Au-Pt.

Voltage is converted to temperature using standard reference functions. (For additional
information consult the publication NIST Monograph 175.)
You can specify internal or external reference junction compensation (RJC) with the
RJC parameter. (See Table on page .) With internal RJC, the temperature of the ther-
mocouple cold junction is measured automatically and used to calculate the absolute
temperature of the thermocouple. With external RJC, a reference junction at a known
fixed temperature is used and the value of this fixed temperature reference must be
entered in the RJT parameter and is used to calculate the absolute temperature of the
thermocouple.
Conversions for each of the thermocouple types accept functional calibration data.
This can be used to improve the measurement accuracy. The parameter, Tn, is the
temperature of the point in degrees Celsius. The parameter, ADJn, is the temperature
deviation from the reference function at the point in degrees Celsius. The temperature
measurement is adjusted by this amount when measuring at this temperature. A poly-
nomial interpolation function is used for measurements between calibration points. If
calibration data is not available or is not to be used, the ADJn parameters should all be
set to 0.0. This causes the temperature to be calculated according to the standard refer-
ence functions.
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6.2.1.11 Thermocouple Polynomial Conversion
Note: An Application Note for use of Tungsten-Rhenium and other thermocou-

ples is available at www.hartscientific.com.
The thermocouple polynomial conversion allows calculation of temperature by poly-

nomial conversion.
When the Thermocouple Polynomial conversion type is selected, the coefficients are
displayed on the right portion of the bottom of the display. Use the UD buttons to
scroll through the coefficients. Use the Enter button to edit and save the new setting.
Press and hold the Exit button to cancel to the main display or press the EXIT button
to cancel and to move to the next parameter. On the last parameter, press the Exit but-
ton to exit to the menu.
The following equation is used for the thermocouple polynomial conversion:
6
( ) ∑C E
t E [ mV ][°C] = i
i
i−0
The user-defined parameters for the thermocouple polynomial conversion are the
coefficients c0 (C0) through c6 (C6). The user can specify internal or external refer-
ence junction compensation (RJC; see Table on page ). If external RJC is selected, the
user enters the temperature of the RJC reference in the reference junction temperature
(RJT) parameter.
The output of the thermocouple, in millivolts, at 25 °C with the reference junction at
0 °C, is mV (25 °C). For example, for a type K thermocouple, mV(25 °C) is 1.0002.
6.2.2 Copy Probe

The COPY PROBE function (Figure 15 on next page) allows you to copy a set of
probe parameters from one channel or memory location to another. The parameters
are copied from the user selected source channel or memory location into the current
channel. The COPY PROBE function can be password protected to restrict access. See
Section , Password, for more information. If this function is password protected, the
user is prompted to enter the password to gain access. If an incorrect password is en-
tered, the display shows the message PASSWORD INCORRECT and access is denied.
If the correct password is entered or if this function is not password protected, the
bottom portion of the display appears showing the source channel or memory location,
the probe serial number, and the conversion type. The destination channel or memory
location is displayed after the source channel type is selected.
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3 24.142C 4 24.015C
FROM CH: PMEMO TO CH: CHAN1
SERIAL: P5
TYPE: PT100
Figure 15 Copy Probe
Use the LR buttons to select the source channel or memory location. Press the
menu.
6.2.3 Test Probe

The TEST PROBE function (Figure 16 on this page) allows you to test the probe
characterization algorithm and characterization coefficients for a specific probe. The
probe and probe type must be setup in the EDIT PROBE function prior to entering
the TEST PROBE function. When this function is selected, the bottom portion of the
display shows the probe channel or memory location, the probe serial number, and the
conversion type.
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3 24.142C 4 24.015C
PROBE: CHAN1
SERIAL: 145-560
TYPE: CVD
Figure 16 Test Probe
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Probe Menu
Use the LR buttons to select the channel or memory location. After the channel is
selected, press the Enter button to test the temperature calculation for the probe. You
can enter an input value (Ω, KΩ, or millivolts) and the corresponding output value
(e.g. temperature) is shown. Press the Exit button to exit to the menu.
6.2.4 Print Probe

The PRINT PROBE function (Figure 17 on this page) allows you to print probe
characteristics to the serial port. Probe characteristics for a specific channel or memory
location can be printed or for all channel and memory locations. When this function is
selected, the bottom portion of the display shows the probe channel.
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PROBE: CHAN1
PORT: SERIAL
Figure 17 Print Probe
Use the LR buttons to select the channel, memory location, or ALL. Use the UD
buttons to scroll between parameters. Press the Enter button to continue and to send
the data to the selected port. A message is displayed stating the channel to print and the
port. Press the Enter button to print the data. Press the EXIT button to cancel and to
exit to the menu.
6.2.5 Default Probe

The DEFAULT PROBE function (Figure 18 on next page) allows you to reset the
probe coefficients for a selected channel, memory location, or ALL to the factory
defaults. When this function is selected, the bottom portion of the display shows the
probe channel.
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3 24.142C 4 24.015C
PROBE: CHAN1
Figure 18 Default Probe
Use the LR buttons to select the channel, memory location, or ALL. Press the
Enter button to reset the probe coefficients. Press the Exit button to cancel and to exit
to the menu.
6.3 Fields Menu

The FIELDS menu (Figure 19 on this page) allows for the programming and alter-
ing of the data displayed in the lower portion of the display. Commands in this menu
allow the user to select specific data fields to be displayed and stored by display sets.
The functions that appear in this menu are CLEAR STATS, SELECT FIELDS, EDIT
FIELDS, DEFAULT FIELDS, and DISPLAY OPTIONS.
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DISPLAY CONFIGURATION FUNCTIONS
CLEAR SELECT EDIT DEFAULT DISPLAY
STATS FIELDS FIELDS FIELDS OPTIONS
Figure 19 Fields Menu
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6.3.1 Clear Stats

The CLEAR STATS function clears the statistical registers and resets all statistical cal-
culations for all channels. Refer to Section 6.3.2, Select Fields on page 41, to display
statistical data. When this function is selected, the bottom portion of the display states
that you must press the Enter button to clear the statistical data.
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CLEAR STATISTICAL DATA.
Figure 20 Clear Stats
Press the Enter button to clear the statistical data. Press the Exit button to abort clear-
ing the statistical data and to exit to the menu.
6.3.2 Select Fields

The SELECT FIELDS function (Figure 21 on next page) allows you to select a
display set (1 through 9) to use for displaying information provided by the instrument.
A display set can be customized to display up to eight different fields. See the table of
Field Types below. When this function is selected, the bottom portion of the display
allows you to select the display set and also shows the information that is displayed for
each set. To edit a display set, see Section 6.3.3, Edit Fields on page 43.
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[1]* TYP [5]* AVE
DISPLAY: 6 [2]* SER [6]* STD
[3]* -T1 [7]* SPR
[4]* ALOG [8]* TIME
Figure 21 Select Fields
Use the LR buttons to select the display set number. Press the Enter button to save
the new setting and exit. Press the Exit button to cancel and to exit to the menu.
Table 5 Field Types

Keyword Field Type
AVE Average
BATT Battery Percent Remaining
DATE Date
INP Input in ohms, K ohms, or mV
MAX Maximum
MEAS Number of Seconds Until Next
Measurement
MIN Minimum
REF Reference (see below)
SER Probe Serial Number
SPR Spread
STD Standard Deviation
STN Count
-T1, -T2, Delta
-T3, -T4
TEM Temperature
TIME Time
TYP Conversion Type
ALOG Indicating of auto logging is on or off
---- Blank
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Note: When the field type reference (REF) is selected, the displayed keyword
changes depending on the probe type. The reference display keywords are de-
tailed in the following table.
Table 6 REF Display Keywords

REF Display Keywords
Probe Type Keyword Description
RES RIN Resistance
ITS-90 RTP R(0.01 °C)
ITS-SR5
PT-100 R0 R(0 °C)
CVD
THERM-R R25 R(25 °C)
THERM-T
YSI-400
VIN[mV] RJT Reference Junction
Thermocouples Temperature
6.3.3 Edit Fields

The EDIT FIELDS function (Figure 22 on this page) allows editing of the display
fields for a given display set (1 through 9). You can choose to display one to eight
fields. The available fields and their corresponding keywords are given in the Field
Types table above. When this function is selected, the bottom portion of the display
allows you to select the display set to edit.
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[1]* TYP [5]* AVE
DISPLAY: 6 [2]* SER [6]* STD
[3]* -T1 [7]* SPR
[4]* ALOG [8]* TIME
Figure 22 Edit Fields
The rightmost portion of the bottom of the display shows the current settings for the
eight fields for the selected display set. The field numbers appear in the square brack-
ets ([]) and are not editable. The character immediately to the right of the field number
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is editable and indicates the channel (‘*’, or 1 through 4). If the ‘*’ is selected and you
are in simultaneous mode, channel one is displayed. If you are in scan mode, select-
ing the ‘*’ displays the current channel. The field item is editable and is to the right of
the channel. The table of Field Types above shows the keywords for each type of field
item.
Press the LR buttons to select the display set. Press the Enter button to select the
field parameters (channel and field type) to adjust. Use the LR buttons to adjust
the parameter value. Use the UD buttons to move between parameters. Press the
Exit button to exit to the menu.
6.3.4 Default Fields

The DEFAULT FIELDS function (Figure 23 on this page) clears all display sets and
resets them to the factory defaults. When this function is selected, the bottom portion
of the display instructs you to press Enter to revert to the default display set.
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REVERT TO DEFAULT DISPLAY SETUP.
Press ENTER to continue...:
Figure 23 Default Fields
Press the Enter button to revert to the default display setup. Press the Exit button to
exit to the menu
6.3.5 Display Options

The DISPLAY OPTIONS function allows you to select the display resolution, decimal
character, and lamp illumination. When this function is selected, the bottom portion of
the display shows the current display settings. This function is the same as the CHAN-
NEL MODE menu DISPLAY OPTIONS function.
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Logging Menu
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RESOL: 3
DECIMAL: .
LAMP: OFF
Figure 24 Display Options
The RESOL parameter determines the number of decimal places (0 through 4 or

AUTO) to be displayed for the temperature measurements. If AUTO is selected, the
instrument automatically determines the number of decimal places to display depend-
ing on the conversion type.
The DECIMAL parameter is for selecting the character used as the decimal separator.
The choices are period (.) or comma (,).
The LAMP parameter specifies the brightness of the display (OFF, LOW, MED,
HIGH). Enabling this parameter causes the battery to discharge faster.
Press the LR buttons to select the parameter setting. Use the UD buttons to scroll
between the parameters. Press the Enter button to save the new setting. Press the Exit
button to cancel and to exit to the menu.
6.4 Logging Menu

The LOGGING menu (Figure 25 on next page) provides functions for logging mea-
surements on demand and automatically, displaying log statistics, editing data labels,
and resetting the data labels to their default values. The submenus and functions that
appear in this menu are DEMAND LOG, AUTO LOG, LOG STATS, DATA LABELS,
and DEFAULT LABELS.
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DATA RECORDING FUNCTIONS
DEMAND AUTO LOG DATA DEFAULT
LOG LOG STATS LABELS LABELS
Figure 25 Logging Menu
6.4.1 Demand Log

The DEMAND LOG submenu (Figure 26 on this page) allows measurements to be
logged on demand, one reading at a time. Readings are stored to the instrument’s
memory and assigned a label for easy recall and organization of data. The instruments
memory can store up to 100 demand log readings.
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DEMAND LOGGING FUNCTIONS
STORE LOG VIEW PRINT DELETE
READING HISTORY DATA DATA DATA
Figure 26 Demand Log Submenu
Demand log values are stored exactly as they appear on the upper portion of the
display. The resolution, temperature units, and the channels displayed should be set up
prior to demand logging in order to ensure proper storage of data.
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Logging Menu
When this function is selected, the bottom portion of the display shows the demand
logging submenu which consists of the functions: STORE READING, LOG HIS-
TORY, VIEW DATA, PRINT DATA, and DELETE DATA.
6.4.1.1 Store Reading

The STORE READING function (Figure 27 on this page) stores the current mea-
surements for all displayed channels. When the instrument is in simultaneous mode,
all channels that are displayed on the upper portion of the 1529 display are stored
simultaneously to the demand log. When the instrument is in scan mode, the channel
currently displayed on the upper portion of the 1529 display is the only measurement
that is stored to the demand log. For more information on the display modes see Sec-
tion 6.1.3, Channel Mode on page 26.
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CH 1 24.150 C
CH 2 29.634 C LABEL: DATA_01
CH 3 24.010 C
CH 4 23.989 C
Figure 27 Store Readings
When the STORE READING function is selected, the left side of the bottom portion
of the display shows each channel, the measurement value (using the current resolu-
tion setting), and the units as they are stored into memory. The right side of the bottom
display shows the current label.
To change the label, press the LR buttons to scroll through and select the label that
applies to the demand log data being stored. For information on editing the labels see
the DATA LABELS function of the LOGGING menu, Section .
After selecting the correct label, press the Enter button to store the label and
measurement(s) to memory. Press the Exit button to cancel and to return to the DE-
MAND LOG menu.
6.4.1.2 Log History

The LOG HISTORY function (Figure 28 on next page) displays the reading number,
label, time, and date of each demand log entery in sequential order. To see the mea-
surement values for each entry, use the DEMAND LOG menu VIEW DATA function.
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When this function is selected, the bottom portion of the display shows the demand
log history data.
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01: DATA_01 11:39:04 10-12-00
02: DATA_01 11:39:04 10-12-00
03: DATA_01 11:39:04 10-12-00
04: DATA_01 11:39:04 10-12-00
Figure 28 Log History
Press the UD buttons to scroll up and down through the stored readings sequen-
tially one at a time. Press the LR buttons to scroll up and down through the stored
readings sequentially by groups of 16. Press the Enter or Exit button to return to the
DEMAND LOG menu.
6.4.1.3 View Data

The VIEW DATA function (Figure 29 on opposite page) displays the reading num-
ber, label, channel, measurement value, units, and time (24 hour time format) of each
demand log entry. To see the corresponding date, use the DEMAND LOG menu LOG
HISTORY function. When this function is selected, the bottom portion of the display
shows the demand log data.
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01: DATA_01 1 24.156 C 11:39:04
02: DATA_01 2 29.629 C 11:39:04
03: DATA_01 3 24.086 C 11:39:04
04: DATA_01 4 24.048 C 11:39:04
Figure 29 Demand Log View Data
Press the UD buttons to scroll up and down through the stored readings sequentially.
Press the LR buttons to scroll up and down through the stored readings sequen-
tially by groups of 16. Press the Enter or Exit button to return to the DEMAND LOG
menu.
6.4.1.4 Print Data

The PRINT DATA function (Figure 30 on next page) prints the demand log data for
the selected label or for all labels. The demand log data is printed to the serial port.
When this function is selected, the bottom portion of the display allows you to select
the label of the demand log data to print or all data and the port. Select ALL DATA to
print all demand log entries, or select a specific label to print only the demand log data
for that label.
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LABEL: ALL DATA
PORT: SERIAL
Figure 30 Print Data
Use the LR buttons to select the parameter settings. Use the UD buttons to scroll
between parameters. Press the Enter button to continue. A message is displayed stat-
ing the label of the data to print and the port. Press the Enter button to print the data.
Press the EXIT button to cancel and to exit to the menu.
6.4.1.5 Delete Data

The DELETE DATA function (Figure 31 on opposite page) deletes the demand log
data for a selected label or for all labels. When this function is selected, the bottom
portion of the display allows the user to select the label of the demand log data to de-
lete or all data. If readings for one label are deleted, the remaining entries are renum-
bered. Select ALL DATA to delete all demand log readings or select a specific label to
delete only the demand log data for that label.
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Logging Menu
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DELETE: ALL DATA
Figure 31 Delete Data
Use the LR buttons to select the label of the data you want to delete. Press the En-
ter button to continue and delete the data. Press the Exit button to cancel and return
to the DEMAND LOG menu.
6.4.2 Auto Log

The AUTO LOG function (Figure 32 on this page) allows measurements to be logged
automatically in user-selectable intervals. Readings are stored to the instrument’s
memory and assigned a label for easy recall and organization of data. The instruments
memory can store up to 8,160 auto log readings.
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AUTOMATIC LOGGING FUNCTIONS
LOGGING START VIEW PRINT DELETE
OPTIONS STOP DATA DATA DATA
Figure 32 Auto Log Submenu
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Auto log values are stored exactly as they appear on the upper portion of the display.
The resolution, units, and the channels displayed should be set up prior to auto logging
in order to ensure proper storage of data. All displayed channels are stored during
an auto log session. If the upper portion of the display is changed while data is being
auto logged, the data collected is modified from the time the display was changed. For
example, if a channel is disabled while auto logging, that channel stops being stored
from the time it was disabled.
When this function is selected, the bottom portion of the display shows the AUTO
LOG submenu and consists of the functions: LOGGING OPTIONS, START STOP,
VIEW DATA, PRINT DATA, and DELETE DATA.
6.4.2.1 Logging Options

The LOGGING OPTIONS function (Figure 33 on this page) allows the user to define
the logging parameters. When this function is selected, the bottom portion of the
display prompts the user to select the label, period, and count.
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LABEL: DATA_01
LOG PER: 1 SEC
COUNT: 8000
Figure 33 Logging Options
The LABEL parameter specifies the label for the auto log data. The labels are defined
in the DATA LABELS function of the LOGGING menu or reset to the default labels
in the DEFAULT LABELS function of the LOGGING menu.
The LOG PER parameter is for selecting the interval between measurements. You may
select between 0.1, 0.2, 0.5, 1, 2, 5, 10, and 30 seconds, 1, 2, 5, 10, and 30 minutes or
1 hour. The LOG PER must be set to a value less than or equal to the measurement pe-
riod. The 1529 will not log readings faster than the measurement period. The measure-
ment period is set in the MEASURE PERIOD function of the CHANNEL menu and is
the rate at which readings are taken.
If the log period is set to a value less than the measure period the following message is
displayed in the lower portion of the display.
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DATA WILL BE LOGGED NO FASTER THAN

THE MEASURE PERIOD (X SEC ).
Press ENTER to continue…
The X in the message is the current measurement period. After the Enter button is
pressed, the measurements are logged at the current measure period.
The COUNT parameter is for selecting the total number of readings to log. The default
is 8,160, which is the maximum number of readings that can be logged. If the count is
set to 10 and two channels are displayed on the screen at the time logging starts, five
readings from each channel are logged for a total of 10 readings. The auto log auto-
matically stops after the number of readings selected is reached or when the user stops
the log manually.
Press the LR buttons to change a setting and the UD buttons to scroll between the
parameters. Press Enter button to save the new setting. Press and hold the Exit button
to cancel to the main display or press the EXIT button to cancel and to move to the
next parameter.
6.4.2.2 Start Stop

The START STOP function (Figure 34 on this page) starts and stops auto log sessions.
When this function is selected, the user is prompted to either start or stop an auto log
session by pressing the Enter button. If an auto log session is not currently running,
the user is prompted to START RECORDING DATA. If an auto log session is run-
ning, the user is prompted to STOP RECORDING DATA.
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START RECORDING DATA.
Figure 34 Start Stop
Note: The log is not started or stopped until the Enter button is pressed to con-
firm the user action.
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After a log session is started, the bottom portion of the display shows the log statistics.
These statistics can also be viewed from the LOG STATS function of the LOGGING
menu.
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DEMAND LOG AUTO LOG
COUNT: 6494
FILLED: 4.0% FILLED: 18.5%
FREE: 95, 4 FREE: 6654, 1506
Figure 35 Log Statistics (Auto Log Started)
The left side displays demand log statistics and the right side displays the auto log
statistics. The FILLED parameter shows the percentage of the total demand or auto log
memory that is currently filled. The FREE parameter shows the number of readings
remaining before the memory is full and the number of readings currently stored in the
demand or auto log memory. The COUNT parameter shows the number of auto log
readings remaining during the current log session.
Press the Enter or Exit button to exit this display and to return to the AUTO LOG
menu.
Only those channels that are enabled during the log session are logged. Although you
may enable and disable channels during a log session we do not recommend this prac-
tice. If channels are disabled during the log session, the previously logged entries for
those channels are not removed from the log.
From the main display, there are two ways to tell if data is being logged: (1) a logging
indicator in the lower left-hand corner (looks like a strip-chart) and (2) by setting one
of the display fields to the ALOG type (see Section 8.3.3, Edit Fields)
6.4.2.3 View Data

The VIEW DATA function (Figure 36 on opposite page) displays the label, date, read-
ing number, channel, measurement, units, and time of each auto log entry in sequential
order. When this function is selected, the bottom portion of the display shows the auto
log data.
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DATA_01 10-12-00
0002: 1 24.147 C 12:23:24
0003: 2 29.637 C 12:23:24
0004: 3 23.972 C 12:23:24
Figure 36 Auto Log View Data
Each time the view data function is accessed the current auto log memory is displayed.
The data is updated each time the function is accessed; it is not updated continuously
during a log session.
The entries are grouped by the label specified and displayed in the order that they were
logged. For each log session, an entry is written into the log, which includes the label
for all readings in that session and the date of the session. Subsequent entries in the log
consist of the reading number, channel, measurement value, units, and the time of each
entry.
Press the LR buttons to jump 100 readings at a time. Hold the UD buttons down
to advance quickly through the data. Press and hold the L button to view the top
reading, and the R button to view the bottom reading. Press the Enter or Exit button
to return to the AUTO LOG menu.
6.4.2.4 Print Data

The PRINT DATA function (Figure 37 on next page) prints the auto log data for the
selected label or for all labels. The auto log data is printed to the serial port. When this
function is selected, the bottom portion of the display allows you to select the label of
the auto log data or all data and the port. Select ALL DATA to print all auto log entries,
or select a specific label to print only the auto log data for that label.
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LABEL: ALL DATA
PORT: SERIAL
Figure 37 Print Data
Use the LR buttons to select the parameter settings. Use the UD buttons to scroll
between parameters. Press the Enter button to continue. A message is displayed stat-
ing the label of the data to print and the port. Press the Enter button to print the data.
Press the EXIT button to cancel and to exit to the menu.
6.4.2.5 Delete Data

The DELETE DATA function (Figure 38 on this page) deletes the auto log data for the
selected label or for all labels. When this function is selected, the bottom portion of the
display allows the user to select the label of the auto log session to delete or all data.
Select ALL DATA to delete all auto log readings or select a specific label to delete
only the auto log entries for that label.
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DELETE: ALL DATA
Figure 38 Delete Data
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Use the LR buttons to select the label of the data you want to delete. Press the
Enter button to continue and to delete the data. Press the Exit button to cancel and to
return to the AUTO LOG menu.
6.4.3 Log Stats

The LOG STATS function displays the number of measurements logged, the percent-
age of memory used, and the number of measurements to be logged for both the de-
mand and auto logs. When this function is selected, the bottom portion of the display
shows the logging statistics.
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DEMAND LOG AUTO LOG
COUNT: 6655
FILLED: 4.0% FILLED: 18.5%
FREE: 95, 4 FREE: 6654, 1506
Figure 39 Log Stats
The left side displays demand log statistics and the right side displays the auto log
statistics. The FILLED parameter shows the percentage of the total demand or auto log
memory that is currently filled. The FREE parameter shows the number of readings
remaining before the memory is full and the number of readings currently stored in the
demand or auto log memory. The COUNT parameter is only displayed when an auto
log session is running. This parameter shows the number of auto log readings remain-
ing during the current log session.
Press the Enter or Exit button to exit this display and to return to the LOGGING
menu.
6.4.4 Data Labels

The DATA LABELS function (Figure 40 on next page) allows 25 demand log and auto
log labels to be edited. When this function is selected, the bottom portion of the dis-
play allows the user to select the data label to edit. The labels contain up to 8 alphanu-
meric digits. These labels are used to identify logged data when using the demand and
auto log functions.
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SELECT: DATA_01
Figure 40 Data Labels
Press the LR buttons to select the label to edit. By default the labels are set to
DATA_01, DATA_02, … at the factory. Press the Enter button to begin editing the
label. The word SELECT changes to EDIT, and the label can now be edited. Press the
LR buttons to highlight the character you want to change. Use the UD buttons
to scroll through the letters A-Z, numbers 0-9, and underscore (_). The blank space
causes all characters to the right to be deleted when the Enter button is pressed.
Press the Enter button to store the new label or press the Exit button to cancel and to
return to the menu.
6.4.5 Default Labels

The DEFAULT LABELS function (Figure 41 on opposite page) resets the data labels
to their default settings. By default the labels are set to DATA_01, DATA_02, … at the
factory. When this function is selected, the bottom portion of the display instructs the
user to press the Enter button to reset the data labels to their default settings.
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RESET DATA LABELS TO DEFAULTS.
Figure 41 Default Labels
To exit without resetting the labels, press the Exit button.
6.5 System Menu

The SYSTEM menu (Figure 42 on this page) provides functions for the communica-
tion ports, the date and time format, the password, the calibration, and system reset.
When entering the SYSTEM menu, the instrument’s model number, manufacturer,
firmware version, and serial number are displayed above the menu. The functions that
appear in this menu are COMM SETUP, DATE TIME, PASSWORD, CALIBRA-
TION, and SYSTEM RESET.
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1529 HART 0.50 SERNUM
COMM DATE PASS- CALI- SYSTEM
SETUP TIME WORD BRATION RESET
Figure 42 System Menu
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6.5.1 Comm Setup

The COMM SETUP function (Figure 43 on this page) is used to setup the communi-
cation parameters for the installed ports. Communications ports are used for commu-
nicating with a computer, printer, or other equipment. When this function is selected,
the bottom portion of the display prompts the user to select the communication port
to setup. The 1529 thermometer readout is shipped standard with one serial (RS-232)
port. A GPIB port may optionally be installed. The GPIB port selection only appears
if it is installed. ERRORS may also be selected for the port. This port selection allows
the user to view any error messages stored in the error queue on the display. Once an
error has been viewed, it is removed from the error queue.
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PORT: SERIAL
Figure 43 Comm Setup
Press the LR buttons to select the port to setup. Press the Enter button to display
the port parameters.
6.5.1.1 Serial
When the SERIAL option is selected, the parameters for the serial port are displayed
on the bottom portion of the display. These parameters are: BAUD, SER PER, LF,
PRINT, and ECHO.
The BAUD parameter allows the user to select the baud rate for communications
on this port. The user may choose between 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, and 19200. The
default baud rate is 9600.
The SER PER parameter allows the user to select the interval at which measurements
are transmitted over the serial port. The user may choose between 0.1, 0.2, 0.5, 1, 2, 5,
10, and 30 seconds, 1, 2, 5, 10, and 30 minutes, and 1 hour.
The LF parameter allows the user to specify whether a linefeed character (ASCII 0A
hex or 10 decimal) is appended to the end of each line transmitted over the serial port.
Selecting ON sends both a carriage return (ASCII 00 hex or 13 decimal) and a line-
feed. Selecting OFF sends only a carriage return.
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The PRINT parameter allows the user to enable printing measurements over the serial
port. Selecting ON enables printing and selecting OFF disables printing. With slower
MEA PER (see Section ) and SER PER rates of 1 second or more, measurements are
printed with the channel number, measured value, unit, time, and date, all separated
with spaces. With faster rates, less than 1 second, only the measured value is printed.
The ECHO parameter allows the user to set the echo (duplex) mode. Selecting ON en-
ables echoing so that all characters received on the serial port are echoed back over the
serial port. This mode is useful when using terminal emulation software on a computer
to communicate with the instrument. Selecting OFF disables echoing. This mode is
commonly used when using control software on the computer.
Press the LR buttons to select the parameter setting. Use the UD buttons to scroll
between the parameters. Press the Enter button to save the new setting. Press and hold
the Exit button to cancel to the main display or press the EXIT button to cancel and to
move to the next parameter.
6.5.1.2 GPIB (Optional)

When the GPIB option is selected, the parameters for the IEEE-488 port are displayed
on the bottom portion of the display. These parameters are: GPIB, ADDR, and TERM.
The GPIB parameter allows the user to enable or disable the IEEE-488 port.
The ADDR parameter allows the user to specify the address of this instrument on the
IEEE-488 bus. The default address is 22 and the range is 1 to 30.
The TERM parameter allows the user to select the termination character transmitted
after each transmission. The default termination character is linefeed (LF).
6.5.2 Date Time

The DATE TIME function (Figure 44 on next page) is used for setting the time-of-day
clock, time format, date, and date format. When this function is selected, the bottom
portion of the display shows the hour, minute, second, time format, day, month, year,
and date format.
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HOUR: 13 DAY: 12
MINUTE: 25 MONTH: 10
SECOND: 5 YEAR: 2000
T FORM: 24 HR D FORM: M-D-YY
Figure 44 Date Timie
The HOUR parameter allows the user to set the current hour (0 through 23).
The MINUTE parameter allows the user to set the current minutes (0 through 59).
The SECOND parameter allows the user to set the current seconds (0 through 59).
The T FORM parameter allows the user to set the time format used for displaying the
time. The choices are 12-hour format or 24-hour format.
The DAY parameter allows the user to set the current day (1 through 31).
The MONTH parameter allows the user to set the current month (1 through 12).
The YEAR parameter allows the user to set the current year (1999 through 9999).
The D FORM parameter allows the user to set the date format used when display the
date. The choices are M-D-YY, M-D-YYYY, D/M/YY, and D/M/YYYY.
Press the LR buttons to change the parameter setting. Use the UD buttons to
scroll between the parameters. Press the Enter button to save the new setting. Press
the Exit button to exit to the menu.
6.5.3 Password
The PASSWORD function (Figure 45 on opposite page) is used for changing the pass-
word required for access to password-protected parameters and to determine whether
to password-protect certain parameters. When this function is selected, the bottom
portion of the display prompts the user to enter the current password to gain access to
this function.
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PASSWRD: 1529
PRB SEC: OFF
Figure 45 Password
By default the password is set to ‘1529’ when the instrument ships from the factory.
We recommend that the user change the default password to protect the password-
protected settings.
Note: Keep your password in a secure location and do not forget it.
To enter the password, press the Enter button. Press the LR buttons to highlight
the digit you want to change. Use the UD buttons to scroll through the numbers 0-9
to set each digit of the password. Press the Enter button to accept the password or
press the Exit button to cancel and to exit to the menu.
If an incorrect password is entered, the display shows the message PASSWORD
INCORRECT and access to the password-protected parameters is denied. Press the
Enter button to return to the menu. If the correct password is entered, the password-
protected parameters are displayed in the bottom portion of the display. The password-
protected parameters are PASSWRD and PRB SEC.
The PASSWRD parameter allows the user to change the password. Press the Enter
button to edit the PASSWRD parameter. Press the LR buttons to highlight the digit
to change. Use the UD buttons to scroll through the numbers 0-9. Press the Enter
button to save the new setting. Press the Exit button to cancel and to move to the next
parameter or to exit to the menu. Note: Keep your password in a secure location and
do not forget the password.
The PRB SEC parameter allows the user to password protect the EDIT PROBE and
COPY PROBE functions of the PROBE menu (see Sections 8.2.1, Edit Probe and
8.2.2, Copy Probe). If this parameter is set to ON, the user must enter the correct pass-
word when entering the EDIT PROBE and COPY PROBE functions. If this parameter
is set to OFF, a password is not required when entering these functions. Press the
LR buttons to change the parameter setting. Press the Enter button to save the new
setting. Press the Exit button to cancel and to exit to the menu.
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6.5.4 Calibration
The CALIBRATION function is used for accessing parameters and functions related
to the 1529 calibration. It first displays the date the current calibration is due and the
date the instrument should be recalibrated. Typically, all channels should have the
same due date. However, in the case that all channels do not have the same due date
the earliest date is displayed. This function is password-protected (see Section 6.5.3,
Password on page 62). In order to access the parameters within this function you must
enter the correct four-digit password. (See Figure 45 on previous page.)When this
function is selected, the bottom portion of the display prompts the user to enter the
current password to gain access to this option.
protected settings.
the digit to change. Use the UD buttons to scroll through the numbers 0-9. Press the
menu.
If an incorrect password is entered, the display shows the message PASSWORD
Enter button to return to the menu. If the correct password is entered, the bottom por-
tion of the display allows the user to select the channel to view.
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CAL CH: 1
Figure 46 Select Calibration Channel
Each channel of the 1529 is calibrated independently and therefore each channel has
its own set of calibration parameters which are displayed after the CAL CH parameter
is entered.
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Use the LR buttons to select the channel. Press the Enter button to view the cali-
bration parameters for the selected channel. Press the Exit button to cancel and to exit
to the menu.
For PRT/thermistor channels, the parameters C0, C100, C400, C0K, C10K, C100K,
DATE, and DUE are displayed.
The C0, C100, and C400 parameters apply to the PRT probe types and 100Ω
resistance range. Use these parameters to adjust the measurement at 0, 100 and
400Ω respectively. These values are in ohms.
The C0K, C10K, and C100K parameters apply to the thermistor probe types and
10KΩ resistance range. Use these parameters to adjust the measurement at 0K,10K,
and 100KΩ respectively. These values are in Kohms.
The DATE parameter is the date the current calibration was performed.
The DUE parameter is the date the current calibration expires.
For thermocouple channels, the parameters C0, C100, CRJ, DATE, and DUE are
displayed.
The C0 and C100 parameters adjust the measurement at 0 and 100 mV respectively.
These values are in mV.
The CRJ parameter adjusts the reference junction temperature measurement. This
parameter is in °C.
The DATE parameter is the date the current calibration was performed.
The DUE parameter is the date the current calibration expires.
Press the LR buttons to change a setting and the UD buttons to scroll between
parameters. Press the Enter button to save the new setting. Press the Exit button to
exit to the menu.
6.5.5 System Reset

The SYSTEM RESET function resets all operating parameters to the factory default
values. This function is password-protected (see Section 6.5.3, Password on page 62).
In order to access the system reset, you must enter the correct four-digit password.
When this function is selected, the bottom portion of the display prompts the user to
enter the current password to gain access to this option. (See .Figure 45 on page 63)
protected settings.
the digit to change. Use the UD buttons to scroll through the numbers 0-9. Press the
menu.
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If an incorrect password is entered the display shows the message PASSWORD

Enter button to return to the menu. If the correct password is entered, the bottom por-
tion of the display instructs the user to press Enter to reset the settings to the defaults.
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RESET SETTINGS TO DEFAULTS.
Figure 47 System Reset
The system reset does the following:

●● Sets the measure period to 1 second.
●● Sets channel 1 ON, all others OFF.
●● Sets the channel mode to SCAN.
●● Sets moving average to 1.
●● Sets printing to all ports OFF.
●● Stops auto logging.
●● Clears the statistical functions.
●● Sets units to C.
●● Sets the resolution to AUTO.
Reset does not affect any of the probe characterization parameters, logged data or
channel calibration parameters.
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Communications
7 Digital Communications Interface
7.1 Overview
The communication feature allows an external device, such as a computer, to com-
municate with the 1529 to obtain measurement data and control operating conditions.
Communication is accomplished by issuing commands to the 1529 through RS-232 or
IEEE-488 communication ports.
7.2 Communications
The thermometer readout is equipped with an RS-232 serial interface, and optionally
a GPIB port. The serial interface allows communications up to distances of approxi-
mately 50 feet. The serial interface and GPIB port allow the user to access the func-
tions, parameters, and settings discussed in Section 6, Menu Functions on page 23.
7.2.1 Serial Wiring

The serial communications cable attaches to the thermometer readout through the
DB-9 connector at the back of the instrument. Figure 48 on next page shows the
pin-out of this connector and suggested cable wiring. This type of cable is typically
referred to as a “null modem” cable. To eliminate noise, the serial cable should be
shielded with low resistance between the connector (DB9) and the shield.
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Figure 48 Serial Cable Wiring
The serial period, baud rate, linefeed, and echo are programmable. Refer to Section ,
Serial Port, for instructions on accessing and setting these parameters.
All commands sent to the 1529 through the serial interface must be terminated with a
carriage return or linefeed character.
7.2.2 GPIB Communications

The GPIB interface allows the Model 1529 to be connected to an IEEE-488 bus along
with other instruments. A system controller can remotely control the operation of the
Model 1529 and read measurements.
7.2.2.1 Capability
The Model 1529 GPIB interface conforms to standard IEEE-488.2, 1992. Its capa-
bilities are identified as SH1, AH1, T6, L4, SR1, DC1, and E2. The interface has the
capabilities of talk, listen, serial poll, and device clear. There is no capability for talk-
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only, listen-only, extended talk or listen, parallel poll, remote-local control, or trigger
nor can it act as a controller. The IEEE-488 commands GET, GTL, LLO, and REN are
accepted without error but ignored.
7.2.2.2 Connection
The IEEE-488 port is located on the back of the 1529. Use a standard IEEE-488 cable
to connect to your GPIB controller. A shielded cable should be used to prevent EM
emission.
7.2.2.3 Device Setup

The Model 1529 system must be set up to respond to the controller address. Refer to
Section 6.5.1.2, GPIB (Optional) on page 61, for setting address and other parameters
for the IEEE-488 port.
7.3 Interface Commands
7.3.1 Command Summary

An alphabetical listing of the commands implemented by the 1529 are shown in Table
7 on this page. These commands can be used with either serial or IEEE-488 communi-
cations ports.
Table 7 Alphabetical List of Commands

Command Description Refer To
*CLS Clears the status registers Section 7.4.12.1
*ESE? Returns the Event Status Enable Register Section 7.4.12.2
*ESE <num>|MIN|MAX|DEF Sets the Event Status Enable Register Section 7.4.12.3
*ESR? Returns the Event Status Register Section 7.4.12.4
*IDN? Returns the instrument identification string that Section 7.4.8.1
indicates the manufacturer, model number, serial
number, and firmware version
*OPT? Returns a list of installed input card types Section 7.4.8.2
*RST Sets the instrument operating parameters to defined Section 7.4.8.3
conditions
*SRE? Returns the Service Request Enable Register Section 7.4.12.5
*SRE <num>|MIN|MAX|DEF Sets the Service Request Enable Register Section 7.4.12.6
*STB? Returns the Status Byte Register Section 7.4.12.7
*TST? Performs a self-test and reports any errors that are Section 7.4.12.8
found
CALCulate:AVERage:CLEar Clears the statistical functions for all channels Section 7.4.1.1
CALCulate<chn>:AVERage<n>:DATA? Returns the value of a statistical calculation for the Section 7.4.1.2
specified channel
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CALCulate:AVERage<n>:TYPE? Returns the keyword for the specified calculation type Section 7.4.1.3
number
CALCulate<chn>:CONVert:CATalog? Returns a list of conversion types available for the Section 7.4.4.1
specified channel
CALCulate<chn>:CONVert:COPY<dest chn>|ALL Copies the conversion type, sub-ranges (ITS-90), serial Section 7.4.4.2
number, and characterization coefficients from one
channel to another
CALCulate<chn>:CONVert:NAMe? Returns the name of the selected conversion type for the Section 7.4.4.3
specified channel
CALCulate<chn>:CONVert:NAMe <conv> Sets the conversion type by name for the specified Section 7.4.4.4
channel
CALCulate<chn>:CONVert:PARameter:CATalog? Returns the names of the probe characterization Section 7.4.4.5
parameters used with the selected conversion type for
the specified channel
CALCulate<chn>:CONVert:PARameter:VALue? Returns the value for the specified or All conversion Section 7.4.4.6
[<param>|ALL] parameters for the specified channel
CALCulate<chn>:CONVert:PARameter:VALue Sets the value of one or more conversion parameters for Section 7.4.4.7
<param>,<num>[,< param>,<num>...] the specified channel number
CALCulate:CONVert:PRINt [<chn>|ALL [,<port>]] Returns the conversion parameters for the specified Section 7.4.4.8
channel
CALCulate<chn>:CONVert:SNUMber? Returns the probe serial number for the specified Section 7.4.4.9
channel
CALCulate<chn>:CONVert:SNUMber <seri> Sets the probe serial number for the specified channel Section 7.4.4.10
CALCulate<chn>:CONVert:TEST? <res>|<volt> Tests the temperature conversion for the specified Section 7.4.4.11
channel
CALibrate:AUTO Executes the automatic calibration procedure when Section 7.4.5.1
using fast measurement mode.
CALibrate<chn>:DATE:CALibrate? [MIN|MAX|DEF] Returns the channel calibration date for the specified Section 7.4.5.2
channel
CALibrate<chn>:DATE:CALibrate (<year>,<month> Sets the channel calibration date for the specified Section 7.4.5.3
,<day>)|MIN|MAX|DEF channel
CALibrate<chn>:DATE:DUE? [MIN|MAX|DEF] Returns the recalibration date for the specified channel Section 7.4.5.4
CALibrate<chn>:DATE:DUE (<year>,<month>,<day Sets the recalibration date for the specified channel Section 7.4.5.5
>)|MIN|MAX|DEF
CALibrate<chn>:PARameter:LINearity<n>? Returns the calibration linearity parameter for the Section 7.4.5.10
[MIN|MAX|DEF] specified channel
CALibrate<chn>:PARameter:LINearity<n> Sets the calibration linearity parameter for the specified Section 7.4.5.11
<num>|MIN|MAX|DEF channel
CALibrate<chn>:PARameter:OFFSet<n>? Returns the calibration offset parameter for the specified Section 7.4.5.6
[MIN|MAX|DEF] channel
CALibrate<chn>:PARameter:OFFSet<n> Sets the calibration offset parameter for the specified Section 7.4.5.7
CALibrate<chn>:PARameter:RJC? [MIN|MAX|DEF] Returns the calibration RJC offset for the specified Section 7.4.5.12
channel
CALibrate<chn>:PARameter:RJC Sets the calibration RJC offset for the specified channel Section 7.4.5.13
<num>|MIN|MAX|DEF
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CALibrate<chn>:PARameter:SCALe<n>? Returns the calibration scale parameter for the specified Section 7.4.5.8
[MIN|MAX|DEF] channel
CALibrate<chn>:PARameter:SCALe<n> Sets the calibration scale parameter for the specified Section 7.4.5.9
DISPlay:DATE:FORMat? [MIN|MAX|DEF] Returns a number indicating the date format Section 7.4.10.1
DISPlay:DATE:FORMat <num> |MIN|MAX|DEF Sets the date format Section 7.4.10.2
DISPlay:DECimal:FORMat? [MIN|MAX|DEF] Returns the decimal format Section 7.4.6.5
DISPlay:DECimal:FORMat <num> |MIN|MAX|DEF Sets the decimal format Section 7.4.6.6
DISPlay:LAMP? [MIN|MAX|DEF] Returns the lamp brightness Section 7.4.6.3
DISPlay:LAMP <bool>|<num>|MIN|MAX|DEF Sets the lamp brightness Section 7.4.6.4
DISPlay:RESolution? [MIN|MAX|DEF] Returns the display resolution Section 7.4.6.1
DISPlay:RESolution <num> |AUT|MIN|MAX|DEF Sets the display resolution Section 7.4.6.2
DISPlay:TIME:FORMat? [MIN|MAX|DEF] Returns the time format Section 7.4.10.3
DISPlay:TIME:FORMat <num> |MIN|MAX|DEF Sets the time format Section 7.4.10.4
DISPlay:WINDow? [MIN|MAX|DEF] Returns the display set Section 7.4.6.7
DISPlay:WINDow <num>|MIN|MAX|DEF Sets the display set Section 7.4.6.8
DISPlay:WINDow<n>:FIELd<n>:FEED? Returns the value of a specified field for a specified Section 7.4.6.9
display set
DISPlay:WINDow<n>:FIELd<n>:FEED Sets the value of a specified field for a specified display Section 7.4.6.10
<chn>[,<num>] set
FETCh? [<chn>] Returns the most recent measurement for specified Section 7.4.1.4
channel
FORMat:STAMp? Returns the extended measurement data format setting Section 7.4.1.5
FORMat:STAMp <bool> Enables extended measurement data format with the Section 7.4.1.6
FETCh?, MEASure?, and READ? commands
INITiate Provided for compatibility but has no effect Section 7.4.2.1
INITiate:CONTinuous? Provided for compatibility but has no effect Section 7.4.2.2
LOGging:AUTomatic:COUNt? [MIN|MAX|DEF] Returns the number of entries to auto log Section 7.4.7.2
LOGging:AUTomatic:COUNt <num> |MIN|MAX|DEF Sets the number of entries to auto log Section 7.4.7.3
LOGging:AUTomatic:DELete [<num>|ALL] Deletes auto log entries Section 7.4.7.1
LOGging:AUTomatic:FREE? Returns the number of log entries free and stored Section 7.4.7.4
LOGging:AUTomatic:LABel? [MIN|MAX|DEF] Returns the current auto log label number Section 7.4.7.5
LOGging:AUTomatic:LABel <num> |MIN|MAX|DEF Sets the current auto log label number Section 7.4.7.6
LOGging:AUTomatic:POINt? [MAX] Returns the number of auto log entries Section 7.4.7.7
LOGging:AUTomatic:PRINt [<num>|ALL [,port]] Prints stored auto log data Section 7.4.7.8
LOGging:AUTomatic:STATus? Returns the auto log status Section 7.4.7.9
LOGging:AUTomatic:STATus <bool> Sets the auto log state Section 7.4.7.10
LOGging:AUTomatic:TIMe? [MIN|MAX|DEF] Returns the auto log interval setting Section 7.4.7.11
LOGging:AUTomatic:TIMe <num> |MIN|MAX|DEF Sets the auto log interval setting Section 7.4.7.12
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LOGging:AUTomatic:VALue? <num> Returns an auto log reading Section 7.4.7.13
|MIN|MAX|DEF
LOGging:DEMand:DELete [<num>|ALL] Deletes demand log entries Section 7.4.7.14
LOGging:DEMand:FREE? Returns the number of log entries free and stored Section 7.4.7.15
LOGging:DEMand:LABel? [MIN|MAX|DEF] Returns the current demand log label number Section 7.4.7.16
LOGging:DEMand:LABel <num> |MIN|MAX|DEF Sets the current demand log label number Section 7.4.7.17
LOGging:DEMand:POINt? [MAX] Returns the number of demand log entries Section 7.4.7.18
LOGging:DEMand:PRINt [<num>|ALL [,<port>]] Prints the demand log data Section 7.4.7.19
LOGging:DEMand:STORe Stores the current measurement into the demand log Section 7.4.7.20
LOGging:DEMand:VALue? <num> |MIN|MAX|DEF Returns a demand log entry Section 7.4.7.21
LOGging:LABel<n>:NAME? Returns the name of the specified label Section 7.4.7.22
LOGging:LABel<n>:NAME <label> Sets the name of the specified label Section 7.4.7.23
MEASure? [<chn>] Returns the most recent measurement on the specified Section 7.4.1.7
channel
READ? [<chn>] Returns the most recent measurement on the specified Section 7.4.1.8
channel
ROUTe:CLOSe? <chn> Returns the state of the specified channel Section 7.4.3.1
ROUTe:CLOSe <chn> Enables the specified channel Section 7.4.3.2
ROUTe:OPEN? <chn> Returns the state of the specified channel Section 7.4.3.3
ROUTe:OPEN <chn> Disables the specified channel Section 7.4.3.4
ROUTe:SCAN? Returns the list of enabled channels Section 7.4.3.5
ROUTe:SCAN [<chn list>] Sets the input channels for scanning Section 7.4.3.6
ROUTe:SCAN:MODE? [MIN|MAX|DEF] Returns the current scan mode Section 7.4.3.7
ROUTe:SCAN:MODE <num>|MIN|MAX|DEF Sets the scan mode Section 7.4.3.8
SENSe:AVERage:COUNt? [MIN|MAX|DEF] Returns the moving average filter setting Section 7.4.2.3
SENSe:AVERage:COUNt <num> |MIN|MAX|DEF Sets the moving average filter setting Section 7.4.2.4
SENSe<chn>:DATA? Returns the input value for the specified channel Section 7.4.1.9
SENSe<chn>:RESistance:RANGe? [MIN|MAX|DEF] Returns the resistance range setting for the specified Section 7.4.2.5
channel
SENSe,<chn>:RESistance:RANGe <num> Sets the resistance range setting for the specified Section 7.4.2.6
|MIN|MAX|DEF channel
SENSe<chn>:RESistance:WIRE? [MIN|MAX|DEF] Returns the probe wire setting for the specified channel Section 7.4.2.7
SENSe<chn>:RESistance:WIRE <num> Sets the probe wire setting for the specified channel Section 7.4.2.8
|MIN|MAX|DEF
STATus:MEASure? Reads and clears the Measurement Status Register Section 7.4.12.9
STATus:MEASure:CONDition? Returns the Measurement Status Condition Register Section 7.4.12.10
STATus:MEASure:ENABle? Returns the Measurement Status Enable Register Section 7.4.12.11
STATus:MEASure:ENABle <num> Sets the Measurement Status Enable Register Section 7.4.12.12
STATus:OPERation? Reads and clears the Operation Status Register Section 7.4.12.13
STATus:OPERation:CONDition? Returns the Operation Status Condition Register Section 7.4.12.14
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STATus:OPERation:ENABle? [MIN|MAX|DEF] Returns the Operation Status Enable Register Section 7.4.12.15
STATus:OPERation:ENABle <num> |MIN|MAX|DEF Sets the Operation Status Enable Register Section 7.4.12.16
STATus:QUEStionable? Reads and clears the Questionable Status Register Section 7.4.12.17
STATus:QUEStionable:CONDition? Returns the Questionable Status Condition Register Section 7.4.12.18
STATus:QUEStionable:ENABle? [MIN|MAX|DEF] Returns the Questionable Status Enable Register Section 7.4.12.19
STATus:QUEStionable:ENABle <num> Sets the Questionable Status Enable Register Section 7.4.12.20
|MIN|MAX|DEF
SYSTem:BOOT:VERSion? Returns the boot ROM version Section 7.4.8.4
SYSTem:CODE:VERSion? Returns the firmware code version Section 7.4.8.5
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:BAUD? Returns the serial port baud rate setting Section 7.4.9.1
[MIN|MAX|DEF]
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:BAUD Sets the serial port baud rate setting Section 7.4.9.2
<baud>|MIN|MAX|DEF
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:FDUPlex? Returns the serial port echo (duplex) setting Section 7.4.9.3
[MIN|MAX|DEF]
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:FDUPlex Sets the serial port echo (duplex) setting Section 7.4.9.4
<bool>|MIN|MAX|DEF
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:FEED? Returns the state of the serial port printing setting Section 7.4.9.5
[MIN|MAX|DEF]
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:FEED Sets the state of the serial port printing setting Section 7.4.9.6
<bool>|MIN|MAX|DEF
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:LINefeed? Returns the state of the serial port linefeed setting Section 7.4.9.7
[MIN|MAX|DEF]
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:LINefeed Sets the state of the serial port linefeed setting Section 7.4.9.8
<bool>|MIN|MAX|DEF
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:TIMe? Returns the serial port sample period setting Section 7.4.9.9
[MIN|MAX|DEF]
SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:TIMe <num> Sets the serial port sample period setting Section 7.4.9.10
|MIN|MAX|DEF
SYSTem:DATE? [MIN|MAX|DEF] Returns the date Section 7.4.10.5
SYSTem:DATE (<year>,<month>,<day>) Sets the date to the specified year, month, and day Section 7.4.10.6
SYSTem:ERRor? Returns a system error message from the system error Section 7.4.8.6
queue
SYSTem:KLOCkout? [MIN|MAX|DEF] Returns the state of the keypad lockout Section 7.4.9.11
SYSTem:KLOCkout <bool>|MIN|MAX|DEF Enables or disables the keypad Section 7.4.9.12
SYSTem:PASSword:CDISable Disables password-protected commands Section 7.4.11.1
SYSTem:PASSword:CENable <pass> Enables password-protected commands Section 7.4.11.2
SYSTem:PASSword:CENable:STATe? Returns the current password-protection state Section 7.4.11.3
SYSTem:PASSword:CONVersion? [MIN|MAX|DEF] Returns the current password-protected state of the Section 7.4.11.4
conversion commands
SYSTem:PASSword:CONVersion <bool> Sets the password-protection state of the conversion Section 7.4.11.5
|MIN|MAX|DEF commands
SYSTem:PASSword:NEW <pass> Sets a new password Section 7.4.11.6
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SYSTem:POWer:BATTery? Returns the current battery charge level Section 7.4.9.13
SYSTem:POWer:SOURce? Returns the source of power being used Section 7.4.9.14
SYSTem:SNUMber? Returns the instrument serial number Section 7.4.8.7
SYSTem:TIME? Returns the time Section 7.4.10.7
SYSTem:TIME (<hour>,<minute>,<second>) Sets the time to the specified hour, minute, second Section 7.4.10.8
SYSTem:VERSion? Returns the SCPI version number Section 7.4.8.8
TRIGger:TIMer? [MIN|MAX|DEF] Returns the value of the scan sequence timer setting Section 7.4.2.9
TRIGger:TIMer <num>|MIN|MAX|DEF Sets the scan sequence timer setting Section 7.4.2.10
UNIT:TEMPerature? Returns the system temperature units Section 7.4.8.9
UNIT:TEMPerature <unit> Sets the system temperature units Section 7.4.8.10
7.3.2 Command Syntax

The 1529 accepts commands that set parameters, execute functions or respond with
requested data. These commands are in the form of strings of ASCII-encoded charac-
ters. As far as possible, the 1529 conforms to IEEE-488.2, 1992 and SCPI-1994. One
notable exception is that compound commands are not allowed as explained below.
Commands consist of a command header and, if necessary, parameter data. All com-
mands must be terminated with either a carriage return (ASCII 0D hex or 13 decimal)
or new line character (ASCII 0A hex or 10 decimal).
Command headers consist of one or more mnemonics separated by colons (:). Mne-
monics may use letter characters, the underscore character (_), and possibly numeric
digits as well. Commands are not case sensitive. Mnemonics often have alternate
forms. Most mnemonics have a long form that is more readable and a short form con-
sisting of three or four characters that is more efficient.
A mnemonic may end with a numeric suffix that specifies one of a set of independent
function blocks such as input channel data paths. If a numeric suffix is omitted when a
particular block must be specified, an error is generated (“Header suffix out of range”).
Query commands are commands that request data in response. Query commands have
a question mark (?) immediately following the command header. Responses to query
commands are generated immediately and placed in the output buffer. Responses
are then transmitted automatically over the RS-232 port. When using the IEEE-488
interface, responses remain in the output buffer until read or until another command is
received or the power is turned off. Responses are lost if not read before the next com-
mand is received. Each input buffer holds 128 characters and each output buffer holds
256 characters.
Some commands require parameter data to specify values for one or more parameters.
The command header is separated from the parameter data by a space (ASCII 20 hex
or 32 decimal). Multiple parameters are separated by a comma (,).
The 1529 does not allow compound commands (multiple commands per line separated
with semicolons). All commands are sequential. The execution of each command is
completed before subsequent commands are processed.
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7.4 Commands
Table 7 on page 69, Alphabetical List of Commands, lists the commands in alphabeti-
cal order. In this section the commands are arranged into the following groups:
Measurement Commands – commands for reading measurement data.
Measurement Control Commands – commands for the timing and action of the
measurement process.
Channel Commands – commands for selecting channels.
Probe Commands – commands for temperature conversion and probe
characterization.
Calibration Coefficient Commands – commands for channel calibration coefficients.
Display Commands – commands for display options and settings.
Logging Commands – commands for automatic and demand logging.
System Commands – commands for general system configuration parameters.
Communication Interface Commands – commands for controlling the interface
configuration(serial port and IEEE).
Date and Time Commands – commands for setting the date, time and the date and
time formats.
Password Commands – commands for enabling and disabling the password, for set-
ting the password, and for checking the state of the password.
Status Commands – commands to report the status and condition of the instrument.
Each section provides the command structure (long and short format), a description of
the command purpose, a command example, an example of what the command returns
(as applicable to query commands), and notes specific to the command. The following
apply to each group of commands.
●● Numeric data, specified by the mnemonic, <num>, uses ASCII characters to
represent numbers. Numbers may contain a plus or minus (‘+’ or ‘-’) sign,
decimal point (‘.’), and exponent (‘E’ or ‘e’) with its sign. If a fractional
component is received when only an integer is required, the number is rounded
to the nearest integer without any resulting error message. The mnemonics DEF,
MIN, and MAX are often acceptable for the default, minimum, and maximum
value respectively. Unit suffixes, such as V or OHM, can be appended to
numeric parameters and are accepted without error but ignored.
●● Unrecognized commands or commands with incorrect syntax or invalid
parameters generate error messages in the error queue.
●● Upper case letters designate syntax that is required when issuing the command.
Lower case letters are optional and may be omitted.
●● <> indicates a required parameter.
●● [] indicates optional parameters.
●● () indicates a group of parameters that must be used together.
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●● For query commands, specifying the MIN, MAX, or DEF parameter causes
the instrument to respond with the minimum, maximum, or default setting
respectively.
●● For set commands, specifying the MIN, MAX, or DEF parameters causes the
instrument to use the minimum, maximum, or default setting respectively.
●● ‘|’ indicates alternate parameter values.
●● <chn> indicates a channel number is required.
●● <dest chn> indicates a destination channel is required.
●● <n> indicates a number is required.
●● <num> indicates numeric value is required.
●● <chn list> indicates a list of channel numbers is required.
●● <bool> indicates a Boolean value (0 or 1) is required. The mneumonics OFF
and ON are also accepted for 0 and 1, respectively.
●● <conv> indicates a conversion mnemoic is required.
●● <param> indicates a parameter name is required.
●● <seri> indicates a serial number is required.
●● <res> indicates a resistance value is required.
●● <volt> indicates a voltage value is required.
●● <unit> indicates a temperature unit is required.
●● <pass> indicates a password is required.
●● <port> indicates a port number is required.
●● <label> indicates an eight character label is required.
●● <year> indicates a four digit number is required.
●● <month> indicates a one or two digit number is required.
●● <day> indicates a one or two digit number is required.
●● <hour> indicates a one or two digit number is required.
●● <minute> indicates a one or two digit number is required.
●● <second> indicates a one or two digit number is required.
●● <baud> indicates a valid baud number is required.
7.4.1 Measurement Commands

The measurement commands are used to read information on the statistical calcula-
tions and for reading the most recent measurement for a specified channel. The mea-
surement commands are not password protected.
7.4.1.1 CALCulate:AVERage:CLEar
Clears the statistical functions for all channels.
CALC:AVER:CLE
The *RST command clears the statistical functions.
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7.4.1.2 CALCulate<chn>:AVERage<n>:DATA?
Returns the value of a statistical calculation for a given channel.
CALC3:AVER1:DATA?
0.017
The CALCulate suffix, <chn>, specifies the channel (1 to 4). The AVERage suffix,
<n>, specifies the calculation type. See Table on page for the Statistical Calculation
Types.
7.4.1.3 CALCulate:AVERage<n>:TYPE?
Returns the keyword for the specified field type number.
CALC:AVER2:TYPE
STD
The AVERage suffix, <n>, specifies the calculation type number. See Table on page
for the Statistical Calculation Types.
7.4.1.4 FETCh? [<chn>]

Returns the most recent measurement for the specified channel.
FETC? 1
0.0000011
or
1,2,0.0011,mV,14,5,35,2000,9,5
The <chn> parameter specifies the channel (1 to 4). If the <chn> parameter is omitted,
the most recent measurement is returned regardless of the channel. If simultaneous
sampling is on, the measurement from the lowest enabled channel number is returned.
This command does not affect the measurement action.
If the extended format setting is OFF (see Section 9.4.1.5, FORMat:STAMp <bool>)
the response is only the measurement value in units of temperature, volts, or ohms
depending on the selected probe type or temperature unit. With this format kohms and
millivolts are converted to ohms and volts respectively.
If the extended format setting is ON the measurement is returned in a comma-delimit-
ed format as follows.
Measure status (0 if the measurement has been read previously or 1 if this is a new
measurement,
channel number,
measurement value,
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scale,
hour,
minute,
seconds,
year,
month,
day the measurement was made
With this format kohms and millivolts are not converted to ohms and volts.
This command may return the same reading if a new reading has not yet been ob-
tained. If only new readings are desired, the FORMat:STAMp command can be used
to enable the extended format option and any readings in which the value of the first
field is 0 can be ignored or else the STATus:MEASure? command can be used to de-
termine if a new reading is available for a desired channel.
7.4.1.5 FORMat:STAMp?
Returns the extended measurement data format setting. See Section 9.4.1.4, FETCh?
for details.
FORM:STAM?
7.4.1.6 FORMat:STAMp <bool>

Enables extended measurement data format with the FETCh?, MEASure? And
READ? commands. On power up this is always set to off.
FORM:STAM ON
7.4.1.7 MEASure? [<chn>]

MEAS? 1
0.0127
This command is the same as the FETCh? [<chn>] command
7.4.1.8 READ? [<chn>]

READ? 2
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0.0113
This command is the same as the ?FETCh [<chn>] command.
7.4.1.9 SENSe<chn>:DATA?
Returns the input value for the specified channel.
SENS3:DATA?
100.0291, 0.0000
The SENSe suffix, <chn>, specifies the channel (1 to 4). The parameter is ohms for
low range PRTs, Kohms for high range PRTs and thermistors, and millivolts for ther-
mocouples. The second returned parameter is always 0 for PRTs and themistors and
the reference junction temperature for thermocouples.
7.4.2 Measurement Control Commands

The measurement control commands are used to query and set the moving average
filter, the resistance range, the number of probe wires, and the sequence timer. The
measurement control commands for resistance range and the number of probe wires
are password protected.
7.4.2.1 INITiate
Provided for compatibility but has no effect.
INIT
7.4.2.2 INITiate:CONTinuous?
Provided for compatibility but has no effect.
INIT:CONT?
7.4.2.3 SENSe:AVERage:COUNt? [MIN|MAX|DEF]

Returns the moving average filter setting.
SENS:AVER:COUN?
4
Specifying the MIN parameter returns a value of 1, specifying the MAX parameter re-
turns a value of 10, and specifying the DEF parameter returns a value of 1. The *RST
command sets the average count to the default (1).
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7.4.2.4 SENSe:AVERage:COUNt <num>|MIN|MAX|DEF

Sets the moving average filter setting.
SENS:AVER:COUN MIN
The <num> parameter must be a number between 1 and 10. Specifying the MIN,
MAX, or DEF parameter sets the moving average filter setting to the minimum, maxi-
mum, or default, respectively. The *RST command sets the moving average to 1.
7.4.2.5 SENSe<chn>:RESistance:RANGe? [MIN|MAX|DEF]

Returns the resistance range setting.
SENS3:RES:RANG?
0
This command only applies to PRT/Thermistor channels. Executing this command on
Thermocouple channels generates a -294, “Incompatible type”, error message.
The SENSE suffix, <chn>, specifies the channel (1 to 4), or memory channel (5 to 14).
Specifying the MIN parameter returns a value of 0. Specifying the MAX parameter
returns a value of 1. Specifying the DEF parameter returns a value of 0. The *RST
command sets the resistance range to the default (DEF).
7.4.2.6 SENSe<chn>:RESistance:RANGe <num>|MIN|MAX|DEF

Sets the resistance range setting.
SENS4:RES:RANG MIN
The SENSE suffix, <chn>, specifies the channel (1 to 4), or memory channel (5 to
14). The <num> parameter must be a number between 0 and 1. Specifying the MIN,
MAX or DEF parameter sets the resistance range setting to the minimum, maximum,
or default value respectively.
This command may be password-protected. To access this command:
●● If the SYST:PASS:CONV? command returns a 0 (probe password-protection is
disabled), the password is not required.
●● If the SYST:PASS:CONV? command returns a 1 (probe password-
protection is enabled), the password must be successfully entered using the
SYST:PASS:CEN <pass> command (see Section 9.4.11, Password Commands).
7.4.2.7 SENSe<chn>:RESistance:WIRE? [MIN|MAX|DEF]

Returns the probe wire setting.
SENS1:RES:WIRE?
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3
The SENSE suffix, <chn>, specifies the channel (1 to 4), or memory channel (5 to 14).
returns a value of 4. Specifying the DEF parameter returns a value of 4.
7.4.2.8 SENSe<chn>:RESistance:WIRE <num>|MIN|MAX|DEF

Sets the probe wire setting.
SENS2:RES:WIRE MIN
The SENSE suffix, <chn>, specifies the channel (1 to 4), or memory channel (5 to
14). The <num> parameter must either be 2, 3, or 4. Specifying the MIN, MAX or
DEF parameter sets the wire setting to the minimum, maximum, or default value
respectively.
7.4.2.9 TRIGger:TIMer? [MIN|MAX|DEF]

Returns the scan sequence timer setting.
TRIG:TIM?
4
Specifying the MIN parameter returns a value of 0.1. Specifying the MAX parameter
returns a value of 3600. Specifying the DEF parameter returns a value of 1. The units
are seconds.
7.4.2.10 TRIGger:TIMer <num>|MIN|MAX|DEF

Sets the scan sequence timer setting.
TRIG:TIM 30
The <num> parameter can be one of the following values: 0.1, 0.2, 0.5, 1, 2, 5, 10, 30,
60, 120, 300, 600, 1800 or 3600. The units are seconds. If a value other than one listed
here is used, the instrument automatically selects the nearest acceptable value that
is less than the value entered. Values greater than 3600 or less than 0.1 are ignored.
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Specifying the MIN, MAX, or DEF parameter sets the scan sequence timer to the
minimum, maximum, or default value respectively. The *RST command sets the scan
sequence timer to 1 second.
7.4.3 Channel Commands

The channel commands are used for querying and setting the current channel, the
channels to scan, the type of scanning, and the state of the channel scanning. The
channel commands are not password protected.
7.4.3.1 ROUTe:CLOSe? <chn>

Returns the state of the specified channel.
ROUT:CLOS? 1
0
The <chn> parameter specifies the channel (1 to 4). If the specified channel is enabled,
this query returns 1. If the specified channel is disabled, this query returns 0.
7.4.3.2 ROUTe:CLOSe <chn>

Enables the specified channel.
ROUT:CLOS 3
The <chn> parameter specifies the channel (1 to 4) to enable. This comand does not
apply to memory channels.
7.4.3.3 ROUTe:OPEN? <chn>

Returns the state of the specified channel.
Example: ROUT:OPEN? 1
Response: 0
The <chn> parameter specifies the channel (1 to 4). If the specified channel is enabled
this query returns 0. If the specified channel is disabled, this query returns 1.
7.4.3.4 ROUTe:OPEN <chn>

Disables the specified channel.
Example: ROUT:OPEN 4
The <chn> parameter specifies the channel (1 to 4) to disable. This command does not
apply to memory channels.
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8.4.3.5
7.4.3.5 ROUTe:SCAN?
Returns a comma delimited list of the enabled channels.
ROUT:SCAN?
(@2,3,4)
The list of channels is enclosed in parenthesis and preceded with the @ symbol.
7.4.3.6 ROUTe:SCAN <chn list>

Sets the channels for scanning.
ROUT:SCAN 2,3
The <chn list> parameter is a comma delimited list of the channels (1 to 4) to enable.
Channels that are omitted from this list are disabled. If the <chn list> parameter is
omitted, all channels are disabled. The *RST command sets channel 1 ON, and all
other channels OFF.
7.4.3.7 ROUTe:SCAN:MODE? [MIN|MAX|DEF]

Returns the current scan mode setting.
ROUT:SCAN:MODE? MIN
0
If 0 is returned, the scan mode is simultaneous. If a 1 is returned the scan mode is
scan. Specifying the MIN parameter returns a value of 0. Specifying the MAX param-
eter returns a value of 1. Specifying the DEF parameter returns a value of 1.
7.4.3.8 ROUTe:SCAN:MODE <num>|MIN|MAX|DEF

Sets the scan mode setting.
ROUT:SCAN:MODE 1
The <num> specifies the scan mode (1 for scan, 0 for simultaneous). Specifying the
MIN, MAX, or DEF parameter sets the mode to the minimum, maximum, or default,
respectively. The *RST command sets scan mode to scan.
7.4.4 Probe Commands

The probe commands are used for querying, setting, and copying the probe conver-
sion type, conversion parameters, and serial number and for testing the temperature
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conversion for a channel. The probe commands for copying and setting parameters are
password protected.
7.4.4.1 CALCulate<chn>:CONVert:CATalog?
Returns a list of conversion types available for the specified channel.
CALC2:CONV:CAT?
“RES”,“ITS”,”ITS5”,”PT”,”CVD”,”TRES”,”TTEM”,”YSI”
The CALCulate suffix, <chn>, specifies the channel (1 to 4) or memory channel (5
to 14). Each item in the response list is enclosed in double quotes and separated from
other items by a comma. See Table on page , for the available conversion types.
7.4.4.2 CALCulate<chn>:CONVert:COPY <dest chn>|ALL

Copies the conversion type, sub-ranges (ITS-90), serial number, and characterization
coefficients from one channel to another.
CALC2:CONV:COPY 8
The CALCulate suffix <chn> specifies the source channel (1 to 4). The <dest chn>
parameter specifies the destination channel (1 to 4). When the copy is performed, the
source channel parameters are not affected. If the destination channel type is differ-
ent from the source channel type, the error -294, “Incompatible type” is generated.
Specifying the ALL parameter copies the source channel parameters to all compatible
channels. The example above copies the parameters from channel 2 to memory chan-
nel PMEM3.
7.4.4.3 CALCulate<chn>:CONVert:NAMe?
Returns the name of the selected conversion type for the specified channel.
CALC2:CONV:NAME?
ITS
The CALCulate suffix, <chn>, specifies the channel (1 to 4) or memory channel (5 to
14). The conversion types and their names are listed in Table on page .
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7.4.4.4 CALCulate<chn>:CONVert:NAMe <conv>

Sets the conversion type for the specified channel.
CALC2:CONV:NAME CVD
The CALCulate suffix, <chn>, specifies the channel (1 to 4) or memory channel (5
to 14). The <conv> parameter is a mnemonic indicating the conversion type. The ac-
ceptable conversion types depend on the channel type. The conversion types and their
names are listed in Table on page .
7.4.4.5 CALCulate<chn>:CONVert:PARameter:CATalog?
Returns the names of the probe characterization parameters associated with the current
conversion type for the specified channel.
CALC2:CONV:PAR:CAT?
“RANGE”,”RTPW”,”A4”,”B4”,”A”,”B”,”C”,”D”
14). Each item in the response list is enclosed in double-quotes and separated from
other items by a comma. Each item indicates the name of a characterization parameter
for the current conversion type.If there are no parameters available for the current
conversion type, an empty string is returned. The list of parameters depends on the
selected conversion type. Characterization parameters for the various conversion types
are listed in Table on page , Conversion Types and Parameters.
7.4.4.6 CALCulate<chn>:CONVert:PARameter:VALue? [<param>|ALL]

Returns the value of the specified conversion parameter for the specified channel.
CALC2:CONV:PAR:VAL? RTPW
100.0145
14). The <param> parameter is the name of the parameter as given in Table , Conver-
sion Types and Parameters. If the <param> parameter does not apply to the selected
conversion type, an error -221, “Settings Conflict”, is generated. Specifying the ALL
parameter returns the name and value of all parameters associated with the specified
channel in a comma delimited list. If no parameter is specified, the ALL parameter is
assumed. The format of the response consists of a parameter name, enclosed in double
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quotes, followed by its value (i.e. “param1”,value1,”param2”,value2,”param3”,valu

e3,...).
7.4.4.7 CALCulate<chn>:CONVert:PARameter:VALue <param>,<num>[,<

param>,<num>...]
Sets the value of one or more conversion parameters for the specified channel.
CALC2:CONV:PAR:VAL RTPW, 100.0145, A4, 0.0045

14). The <param> parameter is the name of the parameter as given in Table , Conver-
sion Types and Parameters. If the <param> parameter is not applicable to the current
conversion type, an error -221, “Settings Conflict”, is generated. The <num> param-
eter is the desired value of the parameter. Multiple parameters can be set using a single
command by separating the <param> and <num> prameters by commas. The order of
the parameters is not important but the value must immediately follow the parameter
name.
7.4.4.8 CALCulate:CONVert:PRINt [<chn>|ALL [,<port>]]

Prints the conversion parameters for the specified channel.
CALC:CONV:PRIN 2
“PRB”,CHAN2,”ser”,090105,”TYP”,RES,”RANGE”,0
If no parameters are specified, the ALL parameter is assumed and the parameters for
all channels are printed to the current port. Specifying the <chn> parameter prints only
the parameters for the specified channel (1 to 4) to the current port. Optionally, the
parameters may be printed to a specific port by specifying the <port> parameter (see
Table on page , Port Numbers)
7.4.4.9 CALCulate<chn>:CONVert:SNUMber?
Returns the probe serial number for the specified channel.
CALC2:CONV:SNUM?
A_336C
14). The returned serial number is in string format.
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7.4.4.10 CALCulate<chn>:CONVert:SNUMber <serl>

Sets the probe serial number for the specified channel.
CALC2:CONV:SNUM A_336C
14). The <serl> parameter is in string format. The <serl> parameter can consist of up
to eight characters that include any letters, numeric digits, and the underscore ‘_’.
7.4.4.11 CALCulate<chn>:CONVert:TEST? <res>|<volt>

Tests the temperature conversion for the specified channel.
CALC2:CONV:TEST? 100.0145
0.0100
14). For PRT/Thermistor channels, the <res> parameter specifies a resistance value to
convert to temperature. The <res> parameter is always in Ohms for PRTs and KOhms
for Thermistors. For Thermocouple channels, the <volt> parameter specifies a voltage
value to convert to temperature. The <volt> parameter is always in mV. The response
to this command is a temperature in the currently selected units. The current system
units determine the scale of the response.
7.4.5 Calibration Coefficient Commands

The calibration coefficient commands are used for querying and setting the channel
calibration date, due date, linearity, offset, scale, and RJC.
7.4.5.1 CALibrate:AUTo
Executes the automatic calibration procedure when using Fast Measurement Mode
(see Sections , Fast Measurement Mode, , Measure Period and Fast Measurement
Mode, and , Display Functions/Auto-Cal).
CAL:AUT
7.4.5.2 CALibrate<chn>:DATE:CALibrate? [MIN|MAX|DEF]

Returns the calibration date for the specified channel.
CAL1:DATE:CAL?
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2000,9,22
The CALibrate suffix, <chn>, specifies the channel (1 to 4). This command
does not apply to memory channels. The response is returned in the format,
<year>,<month>,<day>. Specifying the MIN parameter returns a value of 2000,1,1.
Specifying the MAX parameter returns a value of 2099,12,31. Specifying the DEF
parameter returns a value of 2000,1,1.
7.4.5.3 CALibrate<chn>:DATE:CALibrate (<year>,<month>,<day>)|MIN|MAX|DEF

Sets the calibration date for the specified channel.
CAL1:DATE:CAL 2000,8,29
The CALibrate suffix, <chn>, specifies the channel (1 to 4). This command does not
apply to memory channels. The <year>, <month>, and <day> parameters must all be
supplied. The <year> parameter is a four-digit number (2000 to 2099). The <month>
parameter is a one or two-digit number (1 to 12). The <day> parameter is a one or
two-digit number (1 to 31). Specifying the MIN, MAX or DEF parameter sets the
calibration date to the minimum, maximum, or default value respectively.
This command is password-protected. To access this command, the password must
be successfully entered using the SYST:PASS:CEN <pass> command (see Section ,
Password Commands).
7.4.5.4 CALibrate<chn>:DATE:DUE? [MIN|MAX|DEF]

Returns the recalibration date for the specified channel.
CAL1:DATE:DUE?
2001,9,21
The CALibrate suffix, <chn>, specifies the channel (1 to 4). This command
does not apply to memory channels. The response is returned in the format,
<year>,<month>,<day>. Specifying the MIN parameter returns a value of 2000,1,1.
Specifying the MAX parameter returns a value of 2099,12,31. Specifying the DEF
parameter returns a value of 2000,1,1.
7.4.5.5 CALibrate<chn>:DATE:DUE (<year>,<month>,<day>)|MIN|MAX|DEF

Sets the recalibration date for the specified channel.
CAL1:DATE:DUE 2001,8,28
apply to memory channels. The <year>, <month>, and <day> parameters must all be
supplied. The <year> parameter is a four-digit number (2000 to 2099). The <month>
parameter is a one or two-digit number (1 to 12). The <day> parameter is a one or
two-digit number (1 to 31). Specifying the MIN, MAX or DEF parameter sets the
recalibration date to the minimum, maximum, or default value respectively.
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be successfully entered using the SYST:PASS:CEN <pass> command (see Section
9.4.11, Password Commands).
7.4.5.6 CALibrate<chn>:PARameter:OFFSet<n>? [MIN|MAX|DEF]

Returns the calibration offset parameter for the specified channel.
CAL1:PAR:OFFS2?
–1.2
apply to memory channels. For PRT/Thermistor channels, the calibration offset suffix
<n> specifies the resistance range parameter for PRTs (1) or Thermistors (2). For Ther-
mocouple channels, the calibration offset suffix <n> is ignored and may be omitted.
Note: For PRT/Thermistor channels, the value returned by this command is always in
ohms.
For PRT/Thermistor channels, specifying the MIN parameter returns a value of -9
when the offset suffix <n> is 1 (for PRTs) and -9000 when the offset suffix <n> is 2
(for Thermistors). For Thermocouple channels, specifying the MIN parameter returns
a value of -9. For PRT/Thermistor channels, specifying the MAX parameter returns a
value of 9 when the offset suffix <n> is 1 (for PRTs) and 9000 when the offset suffix
<n> is 2 (for Thermistors). For Thermocouple channels, specifying the MAX param-
7.4.5.7 CALibrate<chn>:PARameter:OFFSet<n> <num>|MIN|MAX|DEF

Sets the calibration offset parameter for the specified channel.
CAL1:PAR:OFFS2 5
apply to memory channels. For PRT/Thermistor channels, the calibration offset suffix
<n> specifies the resistance range parameter (in ohms) for PRTs (1) or Thermistors
(2). For Thermocouple channels, the calibration offset suffix <n> is ignored and may
be omitted. The <num> paramter specifies the value for the specified offset parameter.
Specifying the MIN, MAX or DEF parameter sets the offset parameter to the mini-
mum, maximum, or default value respectively.
This command is password-protected. To access this command, the password must be
successfully entered using the SYST:PASS:CEN <password> command (see Section
7.4.5.8 CALibrate<chn>:PARameter:SCALe<n>? [MIN|MAX|DEF]

Returns the calibration scale parameter for the specified channel.
CAL1:PAR:SCAL2?
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0
apply to memory channels. For PRT/Thermistor channels, the calibration scale suffix
<n> specifies the resistance range parameter for PRTs (1) or Thermistors (2). For Ther-
mocouple channels, the calibration scale suffix <n> is ignored and may be omitted.
ohms.
For PRT/Thermistor channels, specifying the MIN parameter returns a value of -9
when the scale suffix <n> is 1 (for PRTs) and -9000 when the scale suffix <n> is 2
(for Thermistors). For Thermocouple channels, specifying the MIN parameter returns
a value of -9. For PRT/Thermistor channels, specifying the MAX parameter returns
a value of 9 when the scale suffix <n> is 1 (for PRTs) and 9000 when the scale suffix
<n> is 2 (for Thermistors). For Thermocouple channels, specifying the MAX param-
7.4.5.9 CALibrate<chn>:PARameter:SCALe<n> <num>|MIN|MAX|DEF

Sets the calibration scale parameter for the specified channel.
CAL1:PAR:SCAL2 2
<n> specifies the resistance range parameter (in ohms) for PRTs (1) or Thermistors
(2). For Thermocouple channels, the calibration scale suffix <n> is ignored and may
be omitted. The <num> parameter specifies the value for the specified scale parameter.
Specifying the MIN, MAX, or DEF parameter sets the scale parameter to the mini-
mum, maximum, or default value respectively.
7.4.5.10 CALibrate<chn>:PARameter:LINearity<n>? [MIN|MAX|DEF]

Returns the calibration linearity parameter for the specified channel.
CAL1:PAR:LIN1?
2.8
Thermocouple channels generates a -294, “Incompatible type” error message.
apply to memory channels. For PRT/Thermistor channels, the calibration linearity
suffix, <n>, specifies the resistance range parameter for PRTs (1) or Thermistors (2).
ohms.
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Specifying the MIN parameter returns a value of -9 when the linearity suffix <n> is 1
(for PRTs) and -9000 when the linearity suffix <n> is 2 (for Thermistors). Specifying
the MAX parameter returns a value of 9 when the linearity suffix <n> is 1 (for PRTs)
and 9000 when the linearity suffix <n> is 2 (for Thermistors). Specifying the DEF
parameter returns a value of 0.
7.4.5.11 CALibrate<chn>: PARameter:LINearity<n> <num>|MIN|MAX|DEF

Sets the calibration linearity parameter for the specified channel.
CAL1:PAR:LIN1 5
Thermocouple channels generates a -294, “Incompatible type” error message.
<n> specifies the resistance range parameter (in ohms) for PRTs (1) or Thermistors (2).
The <num> parameter specifies the value for the specified linearity parameter. Speci-
fying the MIN, MAX, or DEF parameter sets the linearity parameter to the minimum,
maximum, or default value respectively.
This command is password-protected. To access this command, the password must be
successfully entered using the SYST:PASS:CEN <password> command (see Section
7.4.5.12 CALibrate<chn>:PARameter:RJC? [MIN|MAX|DEF]

Returns the calibration RJC offset parmeter for the specified channel.
CAL1:PAR:RJC?
2.1
This command only applies to Thermocouple channels. Executing this command on
PRT/Thermistor channels generates a -294, “Incompatible type” error message.
The RJC suffix, <chn>, specifies the channel (1 to 4). This command does not apply to
memory channels. Specifying the MIN parameter returns a value of –9. Specifying the
MAX parameter returns a value of 9. Specifying the DEF parameter returns a value of
0.
7.4.5.13 CALibrate<chn>:PARameter:RJC <num>|MIN|MAX|DEF

Sets the calibration RJC offset parameter for the specified channel.
CAL3:PAR:RJC 1.6
This command only applies to Thermocouple channels. Executing this command on
PRT/Thermistor channels generates a -294, “Incompatible type” error message.
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The RJC suffix, <chn>, specifies the channel (1 to 4). This command does not apply
to memory channels. The <num> parameter specifies the RJC value for the specified
channel. Specifying the MIN, MAX, or DEF parameter sets the RJC parameter to the
minimum, maximum, or default value respectively.
7.4.6 Display Commands

The display commands are used for querying and setting the display resolution, lamp
brightness, decimal format, window setting, and window fields.
7.4.6.1 DISPlay:RESolution? [MIN|MAX|DEF]

Returns the display resolution setting.
DISP:RES?
2
Specifying the MIN pamameter returns a value of 0. Specifying the MAX parameter
returns a value of 4. Specifying the DEF parameter returns AUT.
7.4.6.2 DISPlay:RESolution <num>|AUT|MIN|MAX|DEF

Sets the display resolution setting.
DISP:RES 3
The <num> parameter specifies the number of decimal places to display. This pa-
rameter can be 0, 1, 2, 3, or 4. Specifying the MIN, MAX or DEF parameter sets the
display resolution to the minimum, maximum, or default value respectively. Specify-
ing the AUT parameter sets the display resolution to automatic.
7.4.6.3 DISPlay:LAMP? [MIN|MAX|DEF]

Returns the lamp brightness setting.
DISP:LAMP?
0
7.4.6.4 DISPlay:LAMP <bool>|<num>|MIN|MAX|DEF

Sets the lamp brightness setting.
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DISP:LAMP ON
The lamp can be turned on or off by using either the <bool> parameter (ON or OFF),
the <num> parameter (0, 1, 2 or 3), or the MIN, MAX or DEF parameters. Specifying
the <bool> parameter to ON turns on the lamp. Specifying the MIN, MAX, or DEF
sets the lamp to the minimum, maximum, or default value respectively.
7.4.6.5 DISPlay:DECimal:FORMat? [MIN|MAX|DEF]

Returns the current decimal format setting.
DISP:DEC:FORM?
0
A returned value of 0 indicates a period (.) is used as the decimal separator. A returned
value of 1 indicates a comma (,) is used as the decimal separator. Specifying the MIN
parameter returns a value of 0. Specifying the MAX parameter returns a value of 1.
Specifying the DEF parameter returns a value of 0.
7.4.6.6 DISPlay:DECimal:FORMat <num>|MIN|MAX|DEF

Sets the decimal format setting.
DISP:DEC:FORM 1
The <num> parameter can be either a 0 for a period (.) or a 1 for a comma (,). Speci-
fying the MIN, MAX or DEF parameter sets the decimal format to the minimum,
7.4.6.7 DISPlay:WINDow? [MIN|MAX|DEF]

Returns the current display set.
DISP:WIND?
2
7.4.6.8 DISPlay:WINDow <num>|MIN|MAX|DEF

Sets the current display set.
DISP:WIND MIN
The <num> parameter specifies the display set to select. Specifying MIN, MAX, or
DEF parameter sets the current display set to the minimum, maximum, or default
respectively.
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7.4.6.9 DISPlay:WINDow<n>:FIELd<n>:FEED?
Returns the current setting of the specified field for the specified display set.
DISP:WIND1:FIEL2:FEED?
0,16
The WINDow suffix, <n>, specifies the display set (1 to 9). The FIELd suffix, <n>,
specifies the field (1 to 8) within the display set. The response consists of two num-
bers separated by a comma. The first number represents the channel associated with
the field. The second number represents the parameter to be displayed in the specified
field. See Table on page , Field Types, for the field types.
7.4.6.10 DISPlay:WINDow<n>:FIELd<n>:FEED <chn>[,<num>]

Sets the specified field within the specified display set.
DISP:WIND1:FIEL3:FEED 0,10
The WINDow suffix, <n>, specifies the display set (1 to 9). The FIELd suffix, <n>,
specifies the field (1 to 8) within the display set. The <chn> parameter specifies chan-
nel (1 to 4) associated with the field. The <num> parameter specifies the parameter to
be displayed in the specified field. See Table on page , Field Types, for the field types.
7.4.7 Logging Commands

The logging commands are used for logging data automatically and on demand.
7.4.7.1 LOGging:AUTomatic:DELete [<num>|ALL]

Deletes entries from the auto log.
LOG:AUT:DEL 10
Specifying a number in the <num> parameter causes all auto log entries with that label
number (1 to 25) to be deleted. If the ALL parameter is specified or no parameter is
specified, all auto log entries are deleted.
7.4.7.2 LOGging:AUTomatic:COUNt? [MIN|MAX|DEF]

Returns the number of measurements to be stored in the auto log during an auto log
session.
LOG:AUT:COUN?
5000
value returns a value of 8160. Specifying the DEF parameter returns a value of 8160.
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7.4.7.3 LOGging:AUTomatic:COUNt <num>|MIN|MAX|DEF

Sets the number of measurements to be stored to the auto log during an auto log
session.
LOG:AUT:COUN 100
The <num> parameter is the number of measurements to be stored in the auto log dur-
ing the auto log session. Specifying the MIN, MAX, or DEF parameter sets the num-
ber of measurements to auto log to the minimum, maximum, or default respectively.
7.4.7.4 LOGging:AUTomatic:FREE?
Returns the number of auto log entries free and stored.
LOG:AUT:FREE?
8144,16
The response consists of two numbers separated by a comma. The first number indi-
cates the number of auto log entries still available. The second number indicates the
number of entries already stored.
Note: Every time an auto log session is started, the first entry in the log for that ses-
sion consists of the data label and the date. All subsequent entries in the auto log for
that session consist of the channel, measurement value, units, and time. Therefore, an
auto log session that stores 100 measurements actually uses 101 log entries.
7.4.7.5 LOGging:AUTomatic:LABel? [MIN|MAX|DEF]

Returns the current auto log label setting.
LOG:AUT:LAB?
24
Specifying the MIN parameter returns a value of 1, Specifying the MAX parameter
7.4.7.6 LOGging:AUTomatic:LABel <num>|MIN|MAX|DEF

Sets the current auto log label.
LOG:AUT:LAB 4
The <num> parameter specifies the auto log label number (1 to 25) to select. Specify-
ing the MIN, MAX, or DEF parameter sets the auto log label to the minimum, maxi-
mum, or default respectively.
7.4.7.7 LOGging:AUTomatic:POINt? [MAX]

Returns the number of auto log entries already stored.
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LOG:AUT:POIN?
28
Specifying the MAX parameter returns the total number of entries that can be stored in
the auto log.
7.4.7.8 LOGging:AUTomatic:PRINt [<num>|ALL [,<port>]]

Prints the auto log entries.
LOG:AUT:PRIN ALL
DATA_25 1 22.676C 12:19:42 09-05-00

DATA_25 2 9.960 KO 12:19:44 09-05-00
DATA_25 3 23.220C 12:19:46 09-05-00
DATA_25 4 23.245C 12:19:48 09-05-00
DATA_25 1 22.765C 12:19:52 09-05-00
DATA_25 2 9.962 KO 12:19:54 09-05-00
DATA_25 3 23.087C 12:19:56 09-05-00
DATA_25 4 23.260C 12:19:58 09-05-00...
If no parameters are specified, the ALL parameter is assumed and all auto log entries
are printed to the serial port. Specifying the <num> parameter prints only the log en-
tries with the specified label number to the serial port. Optionally, the log entries may
be printed to a specific port by specifying the <port> parameter (see Table on page ,
Port Numbers).
7.4.7.9 LOGging:AUTomatic:STATus?
Returns the auto log status.
LOG:AUT:STAT?
0
If this query returns a 0, an auto log session is not running. If this query returns a 1, an
auto log session is running.
7.4.7.10 LOGging:AUTomatic:STATus <bool>

Sets the auto log status.
LOG:AUT:STAT 0
The <bool> parameter turns auto logging on (1 or ON) or off (0 or OFF). If simultane-
ous scan mode is enabled, one measurement is stored for each channel in the auto log.
The *RST command set the auto log status to off.
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7.4.7.11 LOGging:AUTomatic:TIMe? [MIN|MAX|DEF]

Returns the auto log interval setting.
LOG:AUT:TIM?
1
value returns value of 3600. Specifying the DEF parameter returns a value of 1. The
units are seconds.
7.4.7.12 LOGging:AUTomatic:TIMe <num>|MIN|MAX|DEF

Sets the auto log interval setting.
LOG:AUT:TIM 1
is used, the instrument automatically selects the nearest acceptable value that is less
than the value entered. Values greater than 3600 or less than 0.1 are ignored. Specify-
ing the MIN, MAX or DEF parameter sets the log interval setting to the minimum,
7.4.7.13 LOGging:AUTomatic:VALue? <num>|MIN|MAX|DEF

Returns the specified auto log entry.
LOG:AUT:VAL? 10
,1,22.860,C,12,19,46,,,
The <num> parameter specifies the auto log entry to return. Specifying either the
MIN or DEF parameter returns the first entry in the auto log. Specifying the MAX
parameter returns the last entry in the auto log.
Note: Every time an auto log session is started, the first entry in the log for that ses-
sion consists of the data label and the date. All subsequent entries in the auto log for
that session consist of the channel, measurement value, units and time. Therefore, an
auto log session that stores 100 measurements actually uses 101 log entries.
7.4.7.14 LOGging:DEMand:DELete [<num>|ALL]

Deletes entries from the demand log.
LOG:DEM:DEL 5
Specifying a number in the <num> parameter causes all demand log entries with that
label number (1 to 25) to be deleted. If the ALL parameter is specified or no parameter,
all demand log entries are deleted.
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7.4.7.15 LOGging:DEMand:FREE?
Returns the number of demand log entries free and stored.
LOG:DEM:FREE?
87,12
The response consists of two numbers separated by a comma. The first number indi-
cates the number of demand log entries still available. The second number indicates
the number of entries already stored.
Note: Every time a demand log reading is stored, the first entry in the log for that
stored reading is the data label and the date. All subsequent entries in the demand log
consist of the channel, measurement value, units, and time.
7.4.7.16 LOGging:DEMand:LABel? [MIN|MAX|DEF]

Returns the current demand log label setting.
LOG:DEM:LAB?
6
7.4.7.17 LOGging:DEMand:LABel <num>|MIN|MAX|DEF

Sets the current demand log label.
LOG:DEM:LAB 3
The <num> parameter specifies the demand log label number (1 to 25) to select. Spec-
ifying the MIN, MAX, or DEF parameter sets the demand log label to the minimum,
maximum, or default respectively.
7.4.7.18 LOGging:DEMand:POINt?
Returns the number of demand log entries already stored.
LOG:DEM:POIN?
21
Specifying the MAX parameter returns the total number of entries that can be stored in
the demand log.
7.4.7.19 LOGging:DEMand:PRINt [<num>|ALL [,<port>]]

Prints the demand log entries.
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LOG:DEM:PRIN 23,1
DATA_23 1 22.862C 14:59:43 09-05-00

DATA_23 2 9.963 KO 14:59:44 09-05-00
DATA_23 3 23.097C 14:59:45 09-05-00
DATA_23 4 23.202C 14:59:46 09-05-00
If no parameters are specified, the ALL parameter is assumed and all demand log
entries are printed to the serial port. Specifying the <num> parameter prints only the
log entries with the specified label number to the serial port. Optionally, the log entries
may be printed to a specific port by specifying the <port> parameter (see Table on
page , Port Numbers).
7.4.7.20 LOGging:DEMand:STORe
Stores the current measurement into the demand log.
LOG:DEM:STOR
If simultaneous scan mode is enabled, one reading is stored in the log for each enabled
channel.
7.4.7.21 LOGging:DEMand:VALue? <num>|MIN|MAX|DEF

Returns the specified demand log entry.
LOG:DEM:VAL? 10
DATA_25,2,9.961,KO,14,59,35,2000,9,5
The <num> parameter specifies the demand log entry to return. Specifying either the
MIN or DEF parameter returns the first entry in the demand log. Specifying the MAX
parameter returns the last entry in the demand log. Each entry in the demand log con-
sist of the label, channel number, measurement value, scale, time and date.
7.4.7.22 LOGging:LABel<n>:NAME?
Returns the name of the specified label.
LOG:LAB18:NAME?
DATA_18
The label suffix, <n>, specifies the number of the label (1 to 25) to retrieve. The label
name is returned in string format.
7.4.7.23 LOGging:LABel<n>:NAME <label>

Sets the name of the specified label.
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LOG:LAB18:NAME BATH
The label suffix, <n>, specifies the number of the label (1 to 25) to set. Label names
can be up to 8 characters in length and can include any letters, numeric digits, and the
underscore (‘_’).
7.4.8 System Commands

The system commands are used for querying instrument identification parameters,
temperature units, and for setting operating parameters to the defined default values.
7.4.8.1 *IDN?
Returns the instrument identification string that indicates the manufacturer, model
number, serial number, and code firmware version.
*IDN?
HART,1529,A09001,1.11
7.4.8.2 *OPT?
Returns a list of input modules installed.
*OPT?
PRT,TC
Input module types are reported by position, top to bottom, of the two input modules.
The returned example is for a 1529 equipped with one 2-channel PRT input module
and one 2-channel Thermocouple input module.
7.4.8.3 *RST
Sets the instrument operating parameters to defined conditions.
*RST
The following parameters are set when this command is issued.
●● Sets the scanning sequence timer to 1 second.
●● Sets channel 1 ON and all others OFF.
●● Sets the scan mode to SCAN.
●● Sets the moving average to 1.
●● Sets the printing to all ports OFF.
●● Sets the units to C.
●● Sets the resolution to AUTO.
●● Stops auto logging.
●● Clears the statistical functions.
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7.4.8.4 SYSTem:BOOT:VERSion?
Returns the boot ROM version.
SYST:BOOT:VERS?
0.50
7.4.8.5 SYSTem:CODE:VERSion?
Returns the firmware code version.
SYST:CODE:VERS?
1.11
7.4.8.6 SYSTem:ERRor?
Returns a system error message if any are present in the system error queue.
SYST:ERR?
0,“No error”
Each error condition produces only one error message at a time. The error queue may
contain up to ten messages. The messages are reported in the order they occured.
Reading a message from the queue removes the message so the next message can be
read. If more than ten errors occur before being read, the tenth error in the queue is
-350,“Queue overflow” and all but the first nine errors are discarded. All errors cause
the Error Bit (ERR, bit 2) for the Status BYTE Register to be set. Refer to Trouble-
shooting section for the error messages.
7.4.8.7 SYSTem:SNUMber?
Returns the instrument serial number.
SYST:SNUM?
A09002
If the serial number has not been set, a 0 is returned. The serial number is set at the
factory and cannot be changed!
7.4.8.8 SYSTem:VERSion?
Returns the SCPI version number.
SYST:VERS?
1994.0
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7.4.8.9 UNIT:TEMPerature?
Returns the system temperature units.
UNIT:TEMP?
C
The response is either C for Celsius, F for Fahrenheit, or K for Kelvin.
7.4.8.10 UNIT:TEMPerature <unit>

Sets the system temperature units.
UNIT:TEMP C
The <unit> parameter is either C or CEL for Celsius, F or FAR for Fahrenheit, or K or
Kelvin for Kelvin. The *RST command sets the units to Celsius.
7.4.9 Communication Interface Commands

The communication interface commands are used for querying and setting serial port
and IEEE configuration parameters.
7.4.9.1 SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:BAUD? [MIN|MAX|DEF]

Returns the serial port baud rate setting.
SYST:COMM:SER:BAUD?
2400
Specifying the MIN parameter returns a value of 1200. Specifying the MAX param-
eter returns a baud rate of 19200. Specifying the DEF parameter returns a baud rate of
9600.
7.4.9.2 SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:BAUD <baud>|MIN|MAX|DEF

Sets the serial port baud rate setting.
SYST:COMM:SER:BAUD MIN
The <baud> parameter can be one of the following values: 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600,
or 19200. If a value other than one listed is used, the instrument automatically selects
the nearest acceptable value. Values greater than 19200 or less than 1200 are ignored.
Specifying the MIN, MAX or DEF parameter sets the port baud rate setting to the
7.4.9.3 SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:FDUPlex? [MIN|MAX|DEF]

Returns the serial port echo (duplex) setting.
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SYST:COMM:SER:FDUP?
1
A value of 1 is returned if serial port echo (duplex) is ON. A value of 0 is returned if
serial port echo (duplex) is OFF. Specifying the MIN parameter returns a value of 0.
Specifying the MAX parameter returns a value of 1. Specifying the DEF parameter
returns a value of 1.
7.4.9.4 SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:FDUPlex <bool>|MIN|MAX|DEF

Sets the serial port echo (duplex) setting.
SYST:COMM:SER:FDUP MAX
The <bool> parameter turns serial port echo (duplex) mode on (1 or ON) or off (0 or
OFF). Specifying the MIN, MAX, or DEF parameter sets the serial port echo (duplex)
to the minimum, maximum, or default respectively.
7.4.9.5 SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:FEED? [MIN|MAX|DEF]

Returns the state of the serial port printing.
SYST:COMM:SER:FEED?
0
A value of 1 is returned if serial port printing is enabled. A value of 0 if returned is
serial port printing is disabled. Specifying the MIN parameter returns a value of 0.
7.4.9.6 SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:FEED <bool>|MIN|MAX|DEF

Sets the state of the serial port printing.
SYST:COMM:SER:FEED DEF
The <bool> parameter turns serial printing on (1 or ON) or off (0 or OFF). Specifying
the MIN, MAX, or DEF parameter sets the serial port printing value to the minimum,
maximum, or default respectively. The *RST command sets the serial port printing to
OFF.
7.4.9.7 SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:LINefeed? [MIN|MAX|DEF]

Returns the state of the serial port linefeed setting.
SYST:COMM:SER:LIN?
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A value of 1 is returned if linefeed is enabled. A value of 0 is returned if linefeed is

disabled. Specifying the MIN parameter returns a value of 0. Specifying the MAX
parameter returns a value of 1. Specifying the DEF parameter returns a value of 1.
7.4.9.8 SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:LINefeed <bool>|MIN|MAX|DEF

Sets the state of the serial port linefeed setting.
SYST:COMM:SER:LIN ON
The <bool> parameter turns linefeed on (1 or ON) or off (0 or OFF). Specifying the
MIN, MAX, or DEF parameter sets the linefeed to the minimum, maximum, or default
respectively.
7.4.9.9 SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:TIMe? [MIN|MAX|DEF]

Returns the serial port sample period setting.
SYST:COMM:SER:TIM?
1
7.4.9.10 SYSTem:COMMunicate:SERial:TIMe <num>MIN|MAX|DEF

Sets to serial port sample period setting.
SYST:COMM:SER:TIM 10
here is used, the instrument automatically selects the nearest acceptable value that
is less than the value entered. Values greater than 3600 or less than 0.1 are ignored.
Specifying the MIN, MAX or DEF parameter sets the sample period setting to the
7.4.9.11 SYSTem:KLOCkout? [MIN|MAX|DEF]

Returns the state of the keypad lockout.
SYST:KLOC?
0
A value of 1 is returned if the keypad is locked out. A value of 0 is returned if the
keypad is enabled (unlocked). Specifying the MIN parameter returns a value of 0.
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7.4.9.12 SYSTem:KLOCkout <bool>|MIN|MAX|DEF

Sets the state of the keypad lockout.
SYST:KLOC 1
The <bool> parameter turns the keypad lockout on (1 or ON) or off (0 or OFF). Speci-
fying the MIN, MAX, or DEF parameter sets the keypad lockout to the minimum,
maximum, or default respectively.
7.4.9.13 SYSTem:POWer:BATTery?
Returns the current battery charge level.
SYST:POW:BATT?
90
The returned value indicates the current percentage of charge remaining in the battery.
The battery charge level is approximate and should be used only as a guideline.
7.4.9.14 SYSTem:POWer:SOURce?
Returns the source of power being used.
SYST:POW:SOUR?
0
Indicates whether the instrument is operating on the battery or the AC adapter. This
command returns a 1 if the AC adapter is connected or a 0 if the instrument is running
on the battery. The battery percentage is approximate and should only be used as a
general guideline when determining the amount of charge remaining.
7.4.10 Date and Time Commands

The date and time commands are used for querying and setting the instrument date and
time and the format that is used when displaying the date and time.
7.4.10.1 DISPlay:DATE:FORMat? [MIN|MAX|DEF]

Returns a number indicating the current date format.
DISP:DATE:FORM?
0
The returned value is either a 0, 1, 2, or 3. See Table on page , Date Formats, for a list
of acceptable date formats. Specifying the MIN parameter returns a value of 0. Speci-
fying the MAX parameter returns a value of 3. Specifying the DEF parameter returns
a value of 0.
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7.4.10.2 DISPlay:DATE:FORMat <num>|MIN|MAX|DEF

Sets the date format setting.
DISP:DATE:FORM 1
The <num> parameter specifies the number of the desired date format. See Table
on page , Date Formats, for a list of acceptable time formats. Specifying the MIN,
MAX, or DEF parameter sets the date format to the minimum, maximum, or default
respectively.
7.4.10.3 DISPlay:TIME:FORMat? [MIN|MAX|DEF]

Returns a number indicating the current time format.
DISP:TIME:FORM?
1
The return value is either a 0 or 1. See Table on page , Time Formats, for a list of
acceptable time formats. Specifying the MIN parameter returns a value of 0. Specify-
ing the MAX parameter returns a value of 1. Specifying the DEF parameter returns a
value of 1.
7.4.10.4 DISPlay:TIME:FORMat <num>|MIN|MAX|DEF

Sets the time format setting.
DISP:TIME:FORM 1
The <num> parameter specifies the number of the desired time format. See Table
on page , Time Formats, for a list of acceptable time formats. Specifying the MIN,
MAX, or DEF parameter sets the time format to the minimum, maximum, or default
respectively.
7.4.10.5 SYSTem:DATE? [MIN|MAX|DEF]

Returns the current system date.
SYST:DATE?
2000,9,1
The response is returned in the format, <year>,<month>,<day>. Specifying the MIN
parameter returns a value of 2000,1,1. Specifying the MAX parameter returns a value
of 2099,12,31. Specifying the DEF parameter returns a value of 2000,1,1.
7.4.10.6 SYSTem:DATE <year>,<month>,<day>

Sets the system date to the specified year, month, and day.
SYST:DATE 2000,8,24
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The <year>, <month>, and <day> parameters must all be supplied. The <year> param-
eter is a four-digit number (2000 to 2099). The <month> parameter is a one or two-
digit number (1 to 12). The <day> parameter is a one or two-digit number (1 to 31).
Specifying the MIN, MAX or DEF parameter sets the system date to the minimum,
7.4.10.7 SYSTem:TIME?
Returns the current system time.
SYST:TIME?
11,43,23
The response is returned in the format, <hour>,<minute>,<second>.
Note: The system time is always returned using 24-hour format regardless of the cur-
rent time format setting.
7.4.10.8 SYSTem:TIME <hour>,<minute>,<second>

Sets the current system time to the specified hour, minute, and second.
SYST:TIME 11,43,23
The <hour>, <minute>, and <second> parameters must all be supplied. The <hour>
parameter is a one or two-digit number (0 to 23). The <minute> parameter is a one or
two-digit number (0 to 59). The <second> parameter is a one or two-digit number (0
to 59).
Note: The system time is always set using 24-hour format regardless of the current
time setting.
7.4.11 Password Commands

The password commands are used for enabling and disabling the password-protected
commands, for querying and setting the probe password-protected state, and for set-
ting a new password.
7.4.11.1 SYSTem:PASSword:CDISable
Disables password protected commands.
SYST:PASS:CDIS
Sending this command prevents the user from accessing the password-protected
settings.
7.4.11.2 SYSTem:PASSword:CENable <pass>

Enables password protected commands.
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SYST:PASS:CEN 1234
The <pass> parameter is the current system password. This command must be sent to
allow the user to access password-protected settings. After sending this command, use
the SYST:PASS:CEN:STAT? command to verify success.
7.4.11.3 SYSTem:PASSword:CENable:STATe?
Returns the current password protection state.
SYST:PASS:CEN:STAT?
0
The response is either 0 (disabled) or 1 (enabled). A response of 0 indicates password-
protected settings cannot be accessed. A response of 1 indicates the password was
successfully entered and password-protected settings can be accessed.
7.4.11.4 SYSTem:PASSword:CONVersion? [MIN|MAX|DEF]

Returns the current probe password-protected state.
SYST:PASS:CONV?
0
If the response to this command is 0, the indicated conversion settings are not pass-
word-protected and can be accessed without having to enter the password. If the re-
sponse to this command is 1, the indicated conversion settings are password-protected
and the password must be entered before they can be accessed. Specifying the MIN
parameter returns a value of 0. Specifying the MAX parameter returns a value of 1.
Specifying the DEF parameter returns a value of 0.
7.4.11.5 SYSTem:PASSword:CONVersion <bool>|MIN|MAX|DEF

Sets the probe password-protection state.
SYST:PASS:CONV 0
The <bool> parameter allows the indicated conversion settings to be password
protected (1 or ON) or not (0 or OFF). Setting this to 1 requires the password to be en-
tered before the indicated conversion settings can be accessed. Setting this to 0 allows
the indicated conversion settings to be accessed without having to enter the password.
This command is password protected. To access this command, the password must be
successfully entered using the SYST:PASS:CEN <pass> command (see section 9.4.11,
Password Commands).
7.4.11.6 SYSTem:PASSword:NEW <pass>

Sets the current system password to a new password.
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SYST:PASS:NEW 1212
The <pass> parameter must be a 4-digit number (0000 to 9999). The password is re-
quired to access the indicated settings. This command is password protected. To access
this command, the password must be successfully entered using the SYST:PASS:CEN
<pass> command (see Section 9.4.11, Password Commands).
7.4.12 Status Commands

The status commands are used for querying and setting the state of the instrument
registers. For details on the operation of the status registers refer to the IEEE-488.2
and SCPI standards.
7.4.12.1 *CLS
Clears the status registers.
*CLS
7.4.12.2 *ESE?
Returns the Event Status Enable Register.
*ESE?
255
7.4.12.3 *ESE <num>|MIN|MAX|DEF

Sets the Event Status Enable Register.
*ESE 48
7.4.12.4 *ESR?
Returns the Event Status Register.
*ESR?
7.4.12.5 *SRE?
Returns the Service Request Enable Register.
*SRE?
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7.4.12.6 *SRE <num>|MIN|MAX|DEF

Sets the Service Request Enable Register.
*SRE 32
7.4.12.7 *STB?
Returns the Status Byte Register.
*STB?
200
7.4.12.8 *TST?
Performs a self-test and reports any errors that are found.
*TST?
7.4.12.9 STATus:MEASure?
Reads and clears the Measurement Status Register.
STAT:MEAS?
1
The assignment of the bits in this register is as follows:
bit 0: channel 1 measurement complete
bits 4-15: not used
7.4.12.10 STATus:MEASure:CONDition?
Returns the Measurement Status Condition Register.
STAT:MEAS:COND?
1
bit 0: channel 1 measurement in process
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bits 4-15: not used
7.4.12.11 STATus:MEASure:ENABle?
Returns the Measurement Status Enable Register.
STAT:MEAS:ENAB?
255
7.4.12.12 STATus:MEASure:ENABle <num>

Sets the Measurement Status Enable Register.
STAT:MEAS:ENAB 15
7.4.12.13 STATus:OPERation?
Reads and clears the Operation Status Register.
STAT:OPER?
16
bits 0-3: not used
bit 4: measurement complete
bits 5-15: not used
7.4.12.14 STATus:OPERation:CONDition?
Returns the Operation Status Condition Register.
STAT:OPER:COND?
16
bits 0-3: not used
bit 4: measurement in process
bits 5-15: not used
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7.4.12.15 STATus:OPERation:ENABle?[MIN|MAX|DEF]
Returns the Operation Status Enable Register.
STAT:OPER:ENAB?
255
7.4.12.16 STATus:OPERation:ENABle <num>|MIN|MAX|DEF

Sets the Operation Status Enable Register.
STAT:OPER:ENAB 16
7.4.12.17 STATus:QUEStionable?
Reads and clears the Questionable Status Register.
STAT:QUES?
16
bits 0-3: not used
bit 4: measurement invalid
bits 5-15: not used
7.4.12.18 STATus:QUEStionable:CONDition?
Returns the Questionable Status Condition Register.
STAT:QUES:COND?
16
bits 0-3: not used
bit 4: measurement invalid
bits 5-15: not used
7.4.12.19 STATus:QUEStionable:ENABle? [MIN|MAX|DEF]

Returns the Questionable Status Enable Register.
STAT:QUES:ENAB?
255
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7.4.12.20 STATus:QUEStionable:ENABle <num>|MIN|MAX|DEF

Sets the Questionable Status Enable Register.
STAT:QUES:ENAB 10
7.4.13 Statistical Calculation Types

The statistical calculation types are listed in the following table.
Table 8 Statistical Calculation Types

Number Type Keyword
1 Average AVE
2 Standard Deviation STD
3 Minimum MIN
4 Maximum MAX
5 Spread SPR
6 N (Number of Samples) STN
7.4.14 Field Types

The bottom portion of the main display is capable of showing up to eight fields. These
fields are selectable from the following table.
Table 9 Field Types

Number Keyword Field Type
0 ---- None
1 DATE Date
2 TIME Time
3 TYP Conversion Type
4 SER Probe Serial Number
5 INP Input
6 REF Reference
7 TEM Temperature
8 -T1 Delta Between Specified Channel and Channel 1
12 AVE Average
13 STD Standard Deviation
14 MIN Minimum
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Number Keyword Field Type

15 MAX Maximum
16 SPR Spread
17 STN Statistical n (Number of Measurements Comprising Statistics)
18 ALOG Logging Indicator
19 BATT Battery Percent Remaining
20 MEAS Number of Seconds Until Next Measurement
Note: When the field type reference (REF) is selected, the displayed keyword
changes depending on the probe type. The reference display keywords are de-
tailed in the following table.
Table 10 Reference (REF) Keywords

Probe Type Keyword Description
RES RIN Resistance
ITS-90 RTP R(0.01 °C)
ITS-SR5
PT-100 R0 R(0 °C)
CVD
THERM-R R25 R(25 °C)
THERM-T
YSI-400
VIN[mV] RJT Reference Junction Temperature
Thermocouples
7.4.15 Conversion Types and Parameters

Table 11 on this page lists the probe types, conversion types, mnemonics, and se-
rial port responses. Table 12 on opposite page lists the conversioin types and their
parameters.
Table 11 Conversion Types, Mnemonics, and Serial Port Responses

Probe Type Conversion Type Mnemonic Port Response
SPRT, PRT, RTD, ITS-90 (default) ITS-90 ITS
Thermistor ITS-SR5 ITS-SR5 ITS5
PT-100 PT100 PT
CVD CVD CVD
THRM R(T) THERM-R TRES
THRM T(R) THERM-T TTEM
YSI-400 YSI-400 YSI
R(W) RES RES
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Probe Type Conversion Type Mnemonic Port Response

Thermocouple TC-K (default) TC-K K
MilliVolts VIN[mV] V
TC-B TC-B B
TC-E TC-E E
TC-J TC-J J
TC-N TC-N N
TC-R TC-R R
TC-S TC-S S
TC-T TC-T T
TC-AU/PT TC-AU/PT AuPT
Polynomial TC-POLY POLY
Table 12 Conversion Types and Parameters

Conversion Type Parameters
I90 Range, Wires, RTPW, A4, B4, A, B, C, D
ITS-SR5 Range, Wires, RTPW, A5, B5
PT100 Range, Wires
CVD Range, Wires, R0, AL, DE, BE
YSI-400 Range, Wires
RES Range Wires
THERM-R B0, B1, B2, B3
THERM-T A0, A1, A2, A3
TC-K RJC, RJT, T1, ADJ1, T2, ADJ2, T3, ADJ3
VIN[mV] <none>
TC-B RJC, RJT, T1, ADJ1, T2, ADJ2, T3, ADJ3
TC-E RJC, RJT, T1, ADJ1, T2, ADJ2, T3, ADJ3
TC-J RJC, RJT, T1, ADJ1, T2, ADJ2, T3, ADJ3
TC-N RJC, RJT, T1, ADJ1, T2, ADJ2, T3, ADJ3
TC-R RJC, RJT, T1, ADJ1, T2, ADJ2, T3, ADJ3
TC-S RJC, RJT, T1, ADJ1, T2, ADJ2, T3, ADJ3
TC-T RJC, RJT, T1, ADJ1, T2, ADJ2, T3, ADJ3
TC-AU/PT RJC, RJT, T1, ADJ1, T2, ADJ2, T3, ADJ3
TC-POLY RJC, RJT, mV(25C), C0, C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, C6
The following table lists the RJC settings and their corsponding number.
Table 13 RJC Settings

Number Setting
0 External
1 Internal
7.4.16 Port Numbers

The following table lists the communication ports and their number setting.
Table 14 Port Numbers

Number Port
0 Serial (default)
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7.4.17 Date and Time Formats

The following tables list the acceptable date and time formats and their number
setting.
Table 15 Date Formats

Number Format
0 MM-DD-YY
1 MM-DD-YYYY
2 DD/MM/YY
3 DD/MM/YYYY
Table 16 Time Formats

Number Format
0 H:MM:SSAM/PM (12-hour format)
1 HH:MM:SS (24-hour format)
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PRT and Thermistor Calibration
8 Calibration
Each channel of the 1529 is calibrated independently of the other channels and has its
own set of calibration parameters. The 1529 should be calibrated at regular intervals
to ensure that it continues to measure with proper accuracy. Calibration should only be
done by qualified, authorized personnel. When the 1529 is recalibrated, all four chan-
nels are calibrated each calibration cycle. The calibration label indicates the calibration
date and recalibration due date for the entire instrument.
8.1 PRT and Thermistor Calibration

The following information is for PRT and thermistor channel calibrations. The adjust-
able parameters are listed in the following table.
Table 17 PRT and Thermistor Calibration Parameter Description

Parameter Description
C0 PRT offset parameter
C100 PRT scale parameter
C400 PRT linearity parameter
C0K Thermistor offset parameter
C10K Thermistor scale parameter
C100K Thermistor linearity parameter
DATE Records the date the PRT or Thermistor channel was calibrated
DUE Record the date the PRT or Thermistor channel calibration expires
8.1.1 PRT Calibration Parameters

Three adjustable parameters are used for calibration: C0, C100, and C400. The C0
parameter directly affects the measurement at 0 Ω. It has negligible effect at 100 Ω but
significant affect at higher resistances. The C100 parameter directly affects the mea-
surement at 100 Ω. It has negligible effect at 0 Ω and proportionately greater effect the
higher the resistance. The C400 parameter directly affects the measurement at 400. It
has negligible effect at 0 Ω and 100 Ω with greater effect as the resistance increases.
Each of the parameters has positive effect at their primary resistances: increasing the
value of the parameter increases the measured resistance. The theoretically normal
value for each is 0.
The calibration parameters C0, C100, and C400 can be adjusted to optimize the ac-
curacy. These password-protected parameters are accessed from the CALIBRATION
function of the SYSTEM menu.
8.1.2 PRT Calibration Procedure

Calibration requires adjustment of the C0, C100, and C400 parameters at three specific
input resistances. If the resistances used are approximately 0 Ω, 100 Ω and 400 Ω
respectively the adjustments are independent and the procedure is simple. The order
in which the adjustments are performed is important. The adjustment of the C400 pa-
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rameter must be done last as the adjustments of C0 and C100 affect the measurement
at 400 Ω but C400 does not affect the measurements at 0 Ω or 100 Ω. Each channel
must be calibrated. Set the conversion type to RES to display resistance (see Sec-
tion 6.2.1.5, RES Conversion on page 34) and the RANGE parameter to 100 Ω. The
calibration should be performed with a four-wire connection and with the probe wiring
parameter set to four-wire (see Section 5.4, Probe Input Modules on page 18). The
accuracy required of the resistance standards is 1/4 of the instrument accuracy; that is
±0.000125 Ω at 0 Ω, ±0.0006 Ω ( 6 ppm) at 100 Ω, and ±0.0024 Ω (6 ppm) at 400 Ω.
The recommended procedure is as follows:
1. Connect a 0Ω resistor to the input and measure its resistance. If a shorting
wire is used the wire should run from the C2 terminal to the C1 terminal to
the P1 terminal to the P2 terminal (See Figure ). Note the average error in the
measurement. Adjust the C0 parameter by subtracting the measured error. For
example, if the input is exactly 0.0000 and the readout shows –0.0011, adjust
the C0 parameter by adding 0.0011.
C1 C2 C2 C1
P1 P2 P2 P1
Figure 49 Using a Shorting Wire
2. Connect a 100 Ω resistor (6 ppm accuracy) to the input and measure its
resistance. Note the average error in the measurement. Adjust the C100
parameter by subtracting the measured error. For example, if the input is exactly
100.0000 Ω and the readout shows 100.0295 Ω, adjust the C100 parameter by
subtracting 0.0295.
3. Connect a 400 Ω resistor (6 ppm accuracy) to the input and measure its
resistance. Note the average error in the measurement. Adjust the C400
400.0000 Ω and the readout shows 399.9913 Ω, adjust the C400 parameter by
adding 0.0087.
4. Record the date in the DATE parameter and set the DUE parameter to the
desired calibration interval.
5. Verify the accuracy at 0 Ω, 25 Ω or 50 Ω, 100 Ω, 200 Ω, and 400 Ω on each
channel.
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8.1.3 Thermistor Calibration Parameters

Three adjustable parameters are used for calibration: C0K, C10K, and C100K. The
C0K directly affects the measurement at 0 Ω. It has negligible effect at 10 kΩ but
significant affect at higher resistances. The C10K directly affects the measurement at
10 kΩ. It has negligible effect at 0 Ω and proportionately greater effect the higher the
resistance. The C100K directly affects the measurement at 100 kΩ. It has negligible
effect at 0 Ω and 10 kΩ with greater effect as the resistance increases. Each of the
parameters has positive effect at their primary resistances: increasing the value of the
parameter increases the measured resistance. The theoretically normal value for each
is 0.
The calibration parameters C0K, C10K, and C100K can be adjusted to optimize the
accuracy. These parameters are accessed from the CALIBRATION function of SYS-
TEM menu.
8.1.4 Thermistor Calibration Procedure

Calibration requires adjustment of the C0K, C10K, and C100K parameters at three
specific input resistances. If the resistances used are approximately 0 Ω, 10 kΩ and
100 kΩ respectively the adjustments are independent and the procedure is simple.
The order in which the adjustments are performed is important. The adjustment of the
C100K parameter must be done last as the adjustments of C0K and C10K affect the
measurement at 100 kΩ but C100K does not affect the measurements at 0 Ω or 10 kΩ.
Each channel must be calibrated. Set the conversion type to RES to display resistance
and set the RANGE parameter to 10KΩ. The accuracy required of the resistance stan-
dards is 1/4 of the instrument accuracy; that is 0.12Ω at 0 Ω, 0.25 Ω (25 ppm) at 10
kΩ, and 2.5 Ω (25 ppm) at 100 kΩ. The recommended procedure is as follows:
1. Connect a 0Ω resistor to the input and measure its resistance. If a shorting wire
is used the wire should run from the C2 terminal to the C1 terminal to the P1
terminal to the P2 terminal (See Figure on page ). Note the average error in the
measurement. Adjust the C0K parameter by subtracting the measured error. For
example, if the input is exactly 0.0 Ω and the readout shows –0.11 Ω, adjust the
C0K parameter by adding 0.11.
2. Connect a 10 kΩ resistor (25 ppm accuracy) to the input and measure its
resistance. Note the average error in the measurement. Adjust the C10K
10.00000 kΩ and the readout shows 10.00295 kΩ, adjust the C10K parameter
by subtracting 2.95.
3. Connect a 100 kΩ resistor (25 ppm accuracy) to the input and measure its
resistance. Note the average error in the measurement. Adjust the C100K
100.0000 kΩ and the readout shows 99.9913 kΩ, adjust the C100K parameter
by adding 8.7.
4. Record the date in the DATE parameter and set the DUE parameter to the
desired calibration interval.
5. Verify the accuracy at 0 Ω, 4k Ω, 10 kΩ, 40 kΩ, 100 kΩ, and 500 kΩ on each
channel.
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8.2 Thermocouple Calibration

The following information is for a Thermocouple calibration. See Section 8.1, PRT
and Thermistor Calibration on page 117 for PRT and thermistor calibrations.
8.2.1 Calibration Parameters

Three adjustable parameters are used for calibration of each thermocouple channel.
They are listed in Table 18, Calibration Parameters.
Table 18 Calibration Parameters

Parameter Description
C0 Adjusts the voltage accuracy of at 0 mV
C100 Adjusts the voltage accuracy of at 100 mV
CRJ Adjusts the internal RJC accuracy
DATE Records the date the thermocouple channel was calibrated
DUE Records the date the thermocouple channel calibration expires
The calibration parameters can be accessed from the CALIBRATION function of

SYSTEM menu
8.2.2 Calibration Procedure

Calibration of each channel is performed in two steps. First the voltage measurement
is calibrated then the internal RJC is calibrated. The equipment required are a pro-
grammable voltage source, a precision voltmeter with an accuracy of 10 ppm or better,
a thermocouple (preferably type E), and a temperature source between 0 and 30 °C.
The combined accuracy of the reference thermocouple and temperature source must be
0.06 °C or better between the reference temperature and ambient temperature. At each
step during the calibration procedure the readings should be allowed to settle for at
least two minutes before recording the measurement. Also, the 1529 should be allowed
to warm up for at least one hour after power up prior to calibration. The recommended
procedure is as follows:
1. Connect the voltage source to the thermocouple channel, set it for 0 mV, and
measure the voltage with the 1529 and the voltmeter simultaneously. Adjust
the C0 parameter by subtracting the measured error. For example, if the 1529
measures –0.0006 mV, adjust the C0 parameter by adding 0.0006. If it was
previously 0.0000 it should now be 0.0006.
2. Set the voltage source to 100 mV and measure the voltage with the 1529 and
the voltmeter simultaneously. Adjust the C100 parameter by subtracting the
measured error. For example, if the input is exactly 100.0000 mV and the 1529
shows 100.2953 mV, the C100 parameter should be adjusted by subtracting
0.2953. If it was previously 0.0000 it should now be –0.2953.
3. Verify the voltage accuracy at 0, 50, and 100 mV. The accuracy must be within
the short-term voltage accuracy given in the specifications.
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Thermocouple Calibration
4. Connect the calibrated thermocouple to the thermocouple channel and insert

the thermocouple into the temperature source. Measure the temperature with
the 1529 (be sure to program the channel with the correct thermocouple type).
Adjust the CRJ parameter by subtracting the measured error. For example, if
the thermocouple temperature is actually 0.0 °C but the 1529 reads 0.184 °C,
the CRJ parameter should be adjusted by subtracting 0.184. If it was previously
0.000 it should now be –0.184.
5. Record the date with the DATE parameter. Set the DUE date to the desired
calibration interval.
6. Repeat the procedure for any other thermocouple channels.
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9 Maintenance
●● The calibration instrument has been designed with the utmost care. Ease of
operation and simplicity of maintenance have been a central theme in the
product development. Therefore, with proper care the instrument should require
very little maintenance. Avoid operating the instrument in oily, wet, dirty, or
dusty environments.
●● If the outside of the instrument becomes soiled, it may be wiped clean with
a damp cloth and mild detergent. Do not use harsh chemicals on the surface,
which may damage the LCD or the plastic front panel.
●● If a hazardous material is spilt on or inside the equipment, the user is
responsible for taking the appropriate decontamination steps as outlined by the
national safety council with respect to the material.
●● Before using any cleaning or decontamination method except those
recommended by Hart, users should check with an Authorized Service Center
(see Section 1.3, Authorized Service Centers on page 4) to be sure that the
proposed method will not damage the equipment.
●● If the AC adapter becomes damaged, have it replaced immediately. Never
disassemble the AC adapter or attempt to repair it.
●● If the instrument is used in a manner not in accordance with the equipment
design, the operation of the thermometer readout may be impaired or safety
hazards may arise.
●● Periodic calibration of the instrument at regular intervals is required to ensure
that it continues to measure with proper accuracy. Calibration should only be
performed by qualified authorized personnel.
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10 Troubleshooting
In case you run into difficulty while operating the 1529 system, this section provides
some suggestions that may help you solve the problem. Below are several situations
that may arise followed by possible causes and suggested actions you might take.
10.1 Troubleshooting
The following table lists possible error messages, their causes, and suggested actions.
Problem Solution
Incorrect temperature reading While attempting to measure temperature, the display shows an incorrect value or no value at all
( . . . . . . . . . ).
●● If the temperature readings seem to be incorrect you should first check to see if the
resistance, or voltage in the case of thermocouples, is being measured correctly. Set up the
display to show the resistance or voltage for the channel.
●● If the resistance or voltage is incorrect refer to the next subsection for troubleshooting
incorrect resistance or voltage readings.

●● If the resistance or voltage is being measured correctly but the displayed temperature value
is incorrect consider the following possibilities:

One or more coefficients are incorrect. This is a common mistake. While entering coefficients
it is easy to miss a digit or sign. Check all the values carefully using the EDIT PROBE function
(see Section 6.2.1, Edit Probe on page 30) comparing them with the values on the calibration
certificate for the probe. Use the TEST PROBE function to test the coefficients (see Section
6.2.1.10, Standard Thermocouple Conversions on page 36).
The selected conversion type is incorrect. Check to make sure the correct conversion
type is selected. In the case of thermocouples, make sure you have selected the
correct type. You should also make sure that you have selected the proper reference
junction compensation (RJC) made for your application see Section 6.2.1.10, Standard
Thermocouple Conversions on page 36). You can use the TEST PROBE function to test the
temperature conversion calculation.
The measurement is out of range. The 1529 may not be able to calculate temperature
accurately if the resistance or voltage is outside the valid range. The measured resistance
or voltage may be too low or too high if the actual temperature is too low or too high or if
there is a problem with the sensor.
●● The measure period may be set to a long interval. Check the measure period setting.
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Problem Solution
Incorrect resistance or voltage While attempting to measure resistance or voltage, the display shows an incorrect value or no
reading value at all
(. . . . . . . . . . ).
Consider the following possibilities:
Poor or incorrect connection of the probe. A common mistake is to connect the wires of the
probe to the wrong terminals. Check the wiring carefully, especially when using a four-wire PRT
(see Section ). Make sure the lead wires are fastened down tightly.
Open, shorted, or damaged sensor or lead wires. In the case of resistance sensors check
the resistance across the sensor using a hand-held DMM. Also check the resistance between
common pairs of leads. Check to make sure there is no conductivity between any of the leads
and the probe sheath. Use a good-quality sensor to avoid errors caused by drift, hysteresis, or
insulation leakage. In the case of thermocouples, use a hand-held DMM to check its voltage.
Improper setting for three or four-wire probe. Make sure the correct wiring type is selected
Selecting three-wire input while using four-wire probes may cause errors of 0.01 to 0.1 ohms.
Selecting four-wire input while using three-wire probes will result in erratic or out-of-range
readings (see Section 5.4.1, Connecting a PRT or Thermistor Probe on page 18).
Electrical interference. Intense radio-frequency radiation near the 1529 or probes can induce
noise into the measurement circuits resulting in erratic readings. The 1529 is intended to operate
in a laboratory environment with limited radio-frequency noise. If interference seems to be a
problem you might try eliminating the source of interference or moving the 1529 to a different
location. A well-grounded, shielded cable should be used for the probe leads.
Stem conduction error. The problem may be that the actual temperature of the sensor is not
what you expect. This is often the result of stem conduction where heat flowing through the stem
of the probe to ambient affects the temperature of the probe. It is very important that probes be
inserted to an adequate depth into the material being measured. Measuring temperature using a
surface sensor can be especially difficult as the sensor is directly exposed to ambient.
Wrong calibration parameters. The problem may be that the calibration parameters for the 1529
are invalid. Check the parameters currently stored in the unit against those listed on the 1529
Report of Calibration.
Blank screen The screen lights up when the 1529 is switched on but the screen appears blank. This
problem can be caused by improper adjustment of the contrast. After the power is switched on
allow the 1529 at least one minute to complete its self-test and power on sequence. Then, try to
adjust the contrast using the contrast buttons.
Error message at power up The 1529 reports an error during the power up self-test. On power up the 1529 performs a
series of self-tests to check the operation of all its components and each of the modules. The
results of the self-tests are reported on the screen. Normally, all tests report ‘OK’. Below is a
table of error messages and recommended actions to correct the error. Often these errors can
be corrected by completing the actions listed. A failure of one or more component causes error
messages to be reported. Component failures generally require a qualified factory technician to
replace the faulty component. Contact an Authorized Service Center (see Section 1.3, Authorized
Service Centers on page 4).
Temperature not The 1529 measure period may be set to a long interval. Check the measure period.
updating
10.1.1 Self-Test Error Messages

The following messages may appear during the self-test. If the recommended action
fails to correct the error, contact an Authorized Service Center (see Section 1.3, Autho-
rized Service Centers on page 4) for assistance.
Message Recommended Action
SYSTEMS: INVALID TIME Set the date and time.
SYSTEMS: SERIAL PORT FAILURE Cycle the power.
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Downloading Auto Logged Data

SYSTEMS: BATTERY NOT Cycle the power.
INSTALLED Check that the battery is properly connected.
Replace the battery.
CHANNELS: FAILURE Cycle the power.
CALIBRATION: DUE FOR RECAL Check that the instrument date is correct.
Recalibrate the instrument and set the recalibration date accordingly.
CALIBRATION: INVALID Check the correctness of the calibration parameters for each channel.
PARAMETERS
GPIB: NOT INSTALLED Normal message if the IEEE-488 option is not installed.
MEMORY DATA: QUESTIONABLE Reset the memory by pressing EXIT when prompted.
MEMORY DATA: INVALID DATA Reset the memory by pressing ENTER when prompted. (This action requires that important
data such as probe coefficients be restored.
BUTTONS: [button name] Check the stated button to ensure that it is not stuck. Loosen as necessary.
10.1.2 Start-up Error Messages

The following messages may appear after the self-test. If the recommended action fails
to correct the error, contact an Authorized Service Center (see Section 1.3, Authorized
Service Centers on page 4) for assistance.
CALIBRATION EXPIRED Check that the instrument date is correct.
Recalibrate the instrument and set the recalibration date accordingly.
INVALID CALIBRATION Check the correctness of the calibration parameters for each channel.
PARAMETERS
MEMORY QUESTIONABLE Reset the memory by pressing EXIT when prompted.
MEMORY DATA INVALID, MEMORY Reset the memory by pressing ENTER. (This action requires that important data such as
WILL BE CLEARED probe coefficients be restored.)
10.2 Downloading Auto Logged Data

The 1529 “Chub-E4” Thermometer Readout stores up to 8,160 autolog readings or
100 demand log readings in its memory. These readings can be downloaded to a com-
puter using the RS-232 serial port.
The following steps should be followed to download logged data using the serial port:
1. Connect the 1529 to a COM port on the computer using the serial cable.
2. Run a terminal program such as Windows® Terminal or HyperTerminal®.
a. Set up the terminal program to use the correct COM port and baud rate.
Configure the communication settings to use 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity
and no flow control.
b. If you want to save the downloaded data to a file, configure your terminal
program to capture the incoming text and save it to a text file. Refer to your
terminal program’s documentation for details on how to do this.
3. Determine how many logged readings are stored in the 1529’s memory.
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a. For the autolog, send the command “LOG:AUT:POIN?”. If the response to

this command is “0”, there are no autolog readings to download.
b. For the demand log, send the command “LOG:DEM:POIN?”. If the response
to this command is “0”, there are no demand log readings to download.
4. Begin downloading the data.
a. To begin downloading the autolog data, send the command
“LOG:AUT:PRIN” to initiate the download process.
b. To begin downloading the demand log data, send the command
“LOG:DEM:PRIN” to initiate the download process.
c. The 1529 should immediately begin downloading the data. If no
readings have been stored, the 1529 will not respond to these commands.
For more details on using these commands, see Section 7.4.7.8,
LOGging:AUTomatic:PRINt [<num>|ALL [,<port>]] on page 96 and
Section 7.4.7.19, LOGging:DEMand:PRINt [<num>|ALL [,<port>]] on page
98.
5. If the terminal program was set to capture the incoming data to a file, wait until
no more data is being received, then stop capturing.
10.3 CE Comments
10.3.1 EMC Directive

Hart Scientific’s equipment has been tested to meet the European Electromagnetic
Compatibility Directive (EMC Directive, 2004/108/EC ). The Declaration of Confor-
mity for your instrument lists the specific stan¬dards to which the unit was tested.
The instrument was designed specifically as a test and measuring device. Compliance
to the EMC direc¬tive is through EN 61326-1:2006 Electrical equipment for measure-
ment, control and laboratory use – EMC requirements
As noted in the EN 61326-1, the instrument can have varying configurations. The
instrument was tested in a typical configuration with shielded RS-232 cables.
10.3.1.1 Immunity Testing

The instrument was tested to the requirements for industrial locations. This allows
the instrument to be used in all types of locations from the laboratory to the factory
floor. Criterion B was used for Radiated RF (IEC 61000-4-3) and Conducted RF (IEC
61000-4-6). Therefore, the operation of the instrument may be affected by excessive
electromagnetic interference and the instrument may not perform within the normal
specification limits in such an environment. Criterion C was used for Electrostatic
Discharge (ESD, IEC 61000-4-2) and Electric Fast Transit (EFT, Burst, IEC 61000-4-
4). If the instrument is subjected to EFT conditions at 2kV, the instrument may require
the user to cycle the power to return to normal operation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
10.3.1.2 Emission Testing

The instrument fulfills the limit requirements for Class A equipment but does not fulfill
the limit requirements for Class B equipment. The instrument was not designed to be
used in domestic establishments.
10.3.2 Low Voltage Directive (Safety)

In order to comply with the European Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC), Hart Scien-
tific equipment has been designed to meet the IEC 1010-1 (EN 61010-1) and the IEC
1010-2-010 (EN 61010-2-010) standards.
10.4 Frequently Asked Questions
10.4.1 Battery
1. What type of batteries does the Model 1529 use? The Model 1529 uses a built-
in Nickel-Metal-Hydride battery pack.
2. How long do I need to charge the battery initially? The batteries come fully
charged. If for some reason they are not fully charged, the front panel indicator
shows this and you can recharge them as needed.
3. How long does the battery take to fully charge? About 3 hours from fully
discharged.
4. How long does the battery last from full charge? About 8 hours from full
charge with the backlight off.
5. How do I know when the battery is at full charge? The charging indicator LED
located on the back panel displays amber while charging and then turns green
when the batteries are fully charged (only when the AC adapter is connected).
The front panel indicator at the bottom right shows when the batteries are in use
and their approximate charge state.
6. How does the backlight affect the battery life? With the backlight on low the
battery life is reduced by 25%, medium by 30%, and high by 40%.
7. Do I have to let the battery fully discharge before charging? No, the batteries
do not need to be fully discharged before recharging. You may recharge them at
any time.
8. Is it recommended that I allow the battery pack to fully discharge occasionally?
In order to maintain the charge/discharge characteristics of the battery, Hart
recommends that you allow the battery to discharge completely once a month.
You do this by allowing the Model 1529 to operate on battery power until it
shuts down on its own.
9. If I allow the battery pack to fully discharge, what happens to the calibration
parameters stored in the Model 1529? Parameters used by the Model 1529 are
stored in non-volatile RAM (NVRAM). This IC stores the parameters even
when power is not applied.
10. How many recharge cycles is the battery good for? Approximately 500.
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11. What happens to my measurement accuracy when the battery is low? The
Model 1529 does not display temperature when there is not sufficient power to
make a correct measurement.
12. If I am using the autolog and the battery runs out will I lose my data? No, you
won’t lose any data. The Model 1529 simply stops logging data. When the AC
adapter is plugged in, the data logging continues.
13. How do I dispose of the batteries used in the Model 1529? Disposal guidelines
can be found by consulting your local governing authority.
14. If the AC adapter is plugged in and I have the unit turned on, is the battery
still charging? Yes, the Model 1529 charges while in use without affecting the
charging time or its performance.
15. If I am using the Model 1529 with AC power and a power outage occurs, will
the batteries automatically take over? Yes, when AC power is removed from
the Model 1529 for any reason, the batteries automatically supply back up
power without risk of losing any data.
10.4.2 Input
1. Can I swap out measurement boards in the field? No, the measurement boards
were not designed to be exchanged in the field.
2. What are the implications of the fast measurement mode in terms of accuracy?
Accuracy is reduced when using the Model 1529 in fast measurement mode.
Refer to Section 6.1.1, Measure Period and Fast Measurement Mode on page 24
for a better description of the fast measurement mode and its limitations.
3. Why can I only see one channel in the fast measurement mode? Because of
the time required to make a measurement and update the display, there is not
enough time to display more than one channel when in the fast measurement
mode.
4. Do I have to reprogram the Model 1529 each time I swap out a probe? In
addition to the four main channels, there are nine memory locations available to
store probe coefficients. If the new probe’s information has been programmed
into one of these locations, you can copy it to the channel to which it is
connected.
5. How does the moving average affect the data that is logged? The data collected
by the Model 1529 is stored as it appears on the display. If you set the Model
1529 to average the measurements, the data it logs reflects the moving average
setting.
6. How many probe coefficients can I store? Thirteen. Four sets in the main
channels and nine sets in memory locations.
7. Are the readings really simultaneous in the simultaneous mode? Yes. There
are four measurement circuits that collect the raw data simultaneously. The raw
data is then converted to its corresponding temperature in sequence taking less
than 0.5 seconds for all four channels.
8. How does the three-wire RTD setting affect my overall accuracy? When using
the three-wire setting in the Model 1529, a partial compensation of lead-wire
resistance is performed as per normal industry practices. Since a three-wire
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measurement can’t fully compensate for lead resistaance, accuracy is reduced.

As stated in the specification section of this manual, you need to add 0.05Ω to
the measurement accuracy plus the maximum possible difference between the
resistances of the lead wires.
10.4.3 Logging
1. How many data points can the Model 1529 store? You can store up to 100
demand log readings and 8,000 autolog readings.
2. What happens when the log memory is full? Logging stops once the memory is
full. Readings are not deleted to make room for new readings.
3. How can I tell when the log memory is full? Full memory is indicated in the
log stats function in the logging menu. You can also program a field in the
lower display to show the autolog memory status.
4. Can I use the Model 1529 for other applications while I am autologging? Yes,
the Model 1529 can be used while logging. However, keep in mind that the
channels that are displayed are also logged. Changing the channels affects the
data that is logged.
10.4.4 Output
1. How do I get data from the Model 1529 to my PC? Data can be transferred to
your PC via an RS-232 interface.
2. Can the Model 1529 be set to simultaneous measurement mode and log to the
serial port? Yes. The Model 1529 makes the measurements simultaneously and
transmits them to the serial port. However, most printers can’t print as fast as
the data is logged so it doesn’t appear to be simultaneous.
10.4.5 Other
1. Can I update the Model 1529 firmware without sending in my unit? Yes.
Firmware updates include a utility program that installs the upgrade via the RS-
232 port.
2. How do I change the password? Changing the password is explained in Section
6.5.3, Password on page 62.
3. How often does the Model 1529 need to be recalibrated? We suggest that
the unit be calibrated annually, but that may vary based upon usage and your
company’s policies.
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Index date 42, 61

DATE TIME 61
DC power 20
decimal 29, 45
Symbols DEFAULT FIELDS 44
2-wire probe 32, 33 DEFAULT LABELS 58
3-wire probe 32, 33 DEFAULT PROBE 39
4-wire probe 32, 33 DELETE DATA 50, 56
delta temperature 42
A DEMAND LOG 46
AC adapter 17, 20 difference temperature 42
accessories 15 DIN-43760 33, 34
ASTM E1137 33, 34 display 17
AUTO-CAL 29 display;backlight 21, 29, 45
AUTO LOG 51 display;contrast 13, 21, 126
average 27 display;data 41, 42, 43
display;fields 41, 42, 43
B DISPLAY OPTIONS 28
backlight 21, 29, 45
battery 17, 20 E
battery;charging 17 EDIT FIELDS 43
baud rate 60 EDIT PROBE 30
buttons 13, 127 EMC 128
ENABLE CHANNEL 26
C environment 8
calibration 117, 127 error 126
CALIBRATION 64 exit 13, 23
CALIBRATION EXPIRED 127
Callendar-Van Dusen 33 F
CHANNEL menu 23 fast measurement 22, 25
CHANNEL MODE 26 features 1, 13
channel;selection 26 field data 41, 42, 43
CLEAR STATS 41 FIELDS menu 40
coefficients;probe 32, 34, 35, 125 filter 27
commands 69
COMM SETUP 60 G
communication 60, 67 GPIB 67
conformity 128 GPIB port 61
contrast 13, 21, 126
COPY PROBE 37 I
CVD 33 IEC-751 33, 34
IEEE-488 61, 67
D ITS-90 32, 33
DATA LABELS 52, 57
data logging 22, 52, 127
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L range;resistance 32, 33, 34

lamp 29, 45 reference junction 36, 43
linefeed 60 reset 65
log count 53 resistance 34, 42, 43
logging 22, 52, 127 resolution 29, 45
LOGGING menu 45 RJC 36
LOGGING OPTIONS 52 RS-232 60, 67
LOG HISTORY 47 RTD 33
log period 52
LOG STATS 57 S
scan 27
M SELECT FIELDS 41
maintenance 123 self-test 21, 126
measurement 10, 21 sensor 19
MEASURE PERIOD 24, 52 serial interface 67
memory 127 serial number 31, 59
menu 13, 23 serial period 60
menu functions 23 serial port 60
MOVING AVERAGE 27 specifications 7
START 53
P statistics 41, 42
parts and controls 13 Steinhart-Hart 35
password 30, 37, 62, 64, 65 STOP 53
PASSWORD 62 STORE READING 47
PASSWORD INCORRECT 30, 37, 63, 64, 66 SYSTEM menu 59
period;logging 52 SYSTEM RESET 65
period;measurement 24, 52
period;serial 60 T
polynomial 37 TEST PROBE 38
power 10, 20 thermistor 18, 35, 36
PRINT DATA 49, 55 thermocouple 20, 36
printing;serial 61 time 42, 61
PRINT PROBE 39 troubleshooting 125
probe 18, 30, 31 type;probe 31
probe;coefficients 32, 34, 35
PROBE menu 29 U
probe;password 63 units 13, 17
probe;serial number 31
probe;type 31 V
probe;wires 19, 32, 33, 35 version;firmware 59
PRT 19 VIEW DATA 48, 54
PT-100 33 volts 36, 42
R W
rack mounting 15 wires;probe 19, 32, 33, 35
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Chub-E4 Thermometer Readout

Fluke Corporation, Hart Scientific Division

1 Introduction and Safety Information.......................................1

2 Specifications and Environmental Conditions.......................7

4 Parts and Controls..................................................................13

5.7 Display Backlight and Contrast............................................................... 21

7 Digital Communications Interface.........................................67

10.1 Troubleshooting..................................................................................... 125

Figure 36 Auto Log View Data.......................................................................... 55

1 Introduction and Safety Information

1.1 Symbols Used

Table 1 Symbols used

Complies with European Union directives

Hot Surface (Burn Hazard)

Read the User’s Guide (Important Information)

Canadian Standards Association

C-TICK Australian EMC mark

1.2 Safety Information

●● Calibration equipment should only be used by trained personnel.

●● This instrument can measure extreme temperatures. Precautions must be taken

to prevent personal injury or damage to objects. Probes may be extremely

protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.

of electrical shock or fire if exposed. If the AC adapter is damaged in any way

or external physical damage, immediately unplug the AC adapter, remove the

overheating, and absorption of moisture or fluids in the wires or hub. Damage

●● DO NOT overheat probes beyond their recommended temperature range.

●● Keep the probe wires clean and away from fluids.

1.3 Authorized Service Centers

Fluke Corporation, Hart Scientific Division

Fluke Nederland B.V.

Fluke Int’l Corporation

Fluke South East Asia Pte Ltd.

Phone: +65 6799-5588

2 Specifications and Environmental Conditions

PRT Thermistor Thermocouple

meaningful to the measurement.

2.2 Environmental Conditions

3.2 Use Proper Care

3.3 Learn About the Features and Components

3.4 Connect the Probe

3.4.1 Using the Clamp-on Ferrites

3.5 Connect the Power Source

3.6 Switch the Power On

3.7 Measure Temperature

4 Parts and Controls

4.1 Front Panel Buttons

1529 CHUB E-4 THERMOMETER READOUT

ENTER / MENU UNIT CONTRAST EXIT

Figure 2 Front Panel

The function of each button is as follows:

4.2 Back Panel

Figure 3 Back Panel

5.2 Changing Units

5.4 Probe Input Modules

5.4.1 Connecting a PRT or Thermistor Probe

Connecting 4-wire probes

Connecting 3-wire probes

Connecting 2-wire probes

Figure 4 Probe Connection Wiring Diagram