MCT460 User Guide Manual (First Edition) Rev1.2

NOVA SERIES
MCT460
NEAR INFRARED (NIR) TRANSMITTER
USER GUIDE MANUAL
Process Sensors Corporation

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Warranty, Exclusions and Limitations
The workmanship and the materials of all products

manufactured by Process Sensors Corporation are warranted
for a period of two years from the date of shipment. This
warranty covers parts and labor required to correct defects
within the scope of the Corporations warranty.
Excluded from the warranty coverage are products a) which

have been subjected to electrical, mechanical or other misuse
or abuse b) which have been disassembled or repaired, or
attempted to be, by other than PSC or its authorized servicing
agents.
The foregoing warranty shall be in lieu of all other warranties,

expressed or implied, and the Corporation expressly disclaims
any warranty for merchant ability or fitness for a particular
purpose.
Unless otherwise agreed in writing by the Corporation, repairs

and replacement parts provided by the Corporation under its
warranty shall be guaranteed only for the non-expired portion of
the original warranty on the repaired product.
The liability of PSC to any purchaser or user of its products

shall not in any case exceed the cost of correcting defects in a
product as herein provided and, upon expiration of the two
years from the date of sale, all such liability shall terminate. In
no event shall the Corporation be liable for interruption of
operations, loss of profit, or special or consequential damages.
Software Updates
Future revisions of the software that correct errors will be made

available to customers at no charge. Improvements and
enhancements to the software will be available for a nominal
fee.

Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Introduction
1.1. Using this manual
1.2. About the Gauge
1.3. Unpacking
Chapter 2. Principal of Operations
Chapter 3. Gauge Description

3.1. Gauge Components
3.1.1. Light Source
3.1.2. Filter Wheel
3.1.3. Detector
3.1.4. Gauge Electronics
3.2. Operator Interface Touch Screen
3.2.1. Grab Sample Average
3.2.2. Graphical Trend Screens
3.2.3. Changing Product Codes
3.2.4. User Screen
3.2.5. Menu Protection Password
3.2.6. Menu Selections
3.2.7. Calibration Parameters
3.2.8. Calibration Routine
3.2.9. Diagnostics
3.2.10. Miscellaneous
3.2.11. Analogs
3.2.12. Digital
3.3. Engineering Menu
3.4. Gauge Configurations
3.4.1. Stand Alone Configuration
3.4.2. System Configuration
3.5. Gauge Outputs
3.5.1. Analog Outputs
3.5.2. Digital Outputs

Chapter 4. Gauge Installation

4.1. Sighting the sensor
4.2. Vibration
4.3. Strong Light
4.4. Temperature
4.5. Humidity & Dust-Window Air Purge
4.6. Optimum Viewing Distance
4.7. Reflections from Material Surface
Chapter 5. Power & Cable Connections

5.1. AC Power Connections
5.2. Analog & Serial Cable Connections
Chapter 6. Accessories
6.1. Calibration Check Standard
6.2. Powder Sampler
6.3. Quad Alarms
6.4. Product Loss
6.5. Anybus
6.6. Cooling System
6.6.1. Air Cooling
6.6.2. Water Cooling
Chapter 7. Guide To Gauge Calibration
Chapter 8. Customer Wiring Connections
Chapter 9. Technical Specifications
APPENDECIES
Appendix I Special Features
Appendix II Dry Basis
Appendix III Default Parameters
Appendix IV MCT460 Gauges Dimensional Drawing
Appendix V Operator Interface Dimensional Drawing for Stand Alone
Configuration
Appendix VI Operator Interface Dimensional Drawing for System Configuration
Appendix VII Declaration of Conformity

Chapter 1. Introduction
1.1. Using this Manual

This manual is designed to assist you in installing, operating, and maintaining Process
Sensors Corporations MCT460 NIR gauge. The manual is broken into chapters as follow:
1) Principal of Operation
This section covers the Near Infrared (NIR) technology used in the MCT460 gauge to
make the different measurements.
2) Gauge Description
This section talks about the different components of the MCT460 gauge and
summarizes its features. Also covered in this section are the different MCT460 gauge
configurations and the operator interface.
3) Gauge Installation
This section covers the MCT460 gauges mechanical installation and shows how to
optimize gauge performance.
4) Power & Cable Connections

This section explains the correct wiring for the MCT460 gauge.
5) Accessories
This section lists the different accessories which could be used along with the MCT460
gauge.
6) Gauge Calibration
This section explains how product samples are conditioned and then used to calibrate
the MCT460 gauge.
7) Technical Specifications
This section lists the technical specifications of the MCT460 gauge.
1.2 About the Gauge

The MCT460 Gauge is a reliable multi-constituent transmitter enclosed in a robust cast
aluminum enclosure with a variety of available outputs. The MCT460 gauge is made up of 5
basic components: a quartz halogen lamp, a filter wheel motor, filter wheel assembly, a Lead
Sulfide detector and a single smart circuit board. The MCT460 gauge is fully modular each
of these components can be replaced in the field within minutes.
1.3 Unpacking
Remove the packing slip and check the actual equipment received. If you have any questions
about your shipment, please call your Process Sensors Corporations Representative. Upon
receipt of shipment, inspect the shipping box for any signs of damage in transit. Especially
take note of any evidence of rough handling. Report any apparent damage immediately to the
shipping agent.

Chapter 2. Principle of Operation
Molecular bonds such as O-H in water and C-H in the case of oils and organic coatings absorb
NIR light at discrete wavelengths in proportion to their concentration. Absorption is quantified
by comparison of the signal at the measurement wavelength with that obtained at one or more
reference wavelengths where there are no unique absorptions. Measurement is achieved by
focusing light through NIR measurement and reference filters within a rotating wheel. An
internal and external voltage signal is generated for each filter, the latter results from collection
of back-scattered light onto a concave mirror and reflection onto the detector. The ratioed
external/internal filter signals provide a voltage that is due to product, not gauge effects. Filter
signals are combined within an algorithm to generate a proportional output which when
calibrated provides a direct reading.
Figure 1: Inside of an MCT460 gauge
Typical Constituents Include:

O-H for Moisture & Alcohol
C-H for Oils, Fats, Adhesives & Plastics
N-H for Proteins, Ammonia & Amines

Chapter 3. Gauge Description
3.1. Gauge Components
The MCT460 gauge consists of an online sensor containing the near infrared optics and
processing electronics. The sensor connects, via a 20 foot (6meter) to a wall-mountable
Operator Interface. AC power and output signals originate from either the back of the gauge or
the operator interface depending on the gauges configuration. (Go to section 3.4 for details)
3.1.1. Light Source
A quartz-halogen light bulb running at reduced voltage generates infrared energy.
3.1.2. Filter Wheel
Six infrared and visible filters are held in a circular disc. A single timing notch is machined in
the edge of the disc.
3.1.3. Filter Wheel Motor
A precision brushless DC motor is used to accurately rotate the filter wheel in front of the
infrared light beam.
3.1.4. Detector
A PbS (Lead Sulfide) detector is used to convert the infrared light energy into electrical pulses.
3.1.5. Gauge Electronics
The MCT460 gauge contains the following electronic components:

Power Supply: A 90-260-volt auto selection supply provides DC power to
operate the gauge.
Sensor Electronics: Single PCB smart circuit board containing central
processing system, analog and serial communications.
Operator Interface: A custom wall mountable cast aluminum enclosure with a
5.7 high resolution touch screen color display providing all set up, calibration
and diagnostic data from the sensor.
3.2. Operator Interface Touch Screen
The operator interface is used to configure, calibrate and diagnose the MCT460 gauge. The
operator interface is made up of 2 major components: a 5.7 high resolution touch screen and
a single smart circuit board. These components are enclosed in a custom cast aluminum
enclosure. The operator interface could also be used as a digital read-out.
Below are some screen shots showing the different pages of the operator interface:

Figure 2: Home Screen Single Constituent
Figure 3: Home Screen Two Constituents

Figure 4: Home Screen Three Constituents
Figure 5: Home Screen Four Constituents & Product Temperature

3.2.1 Grab Sample Averaging
A short term average of the gauges readings may be made using the hand symbol located in
the top right corner of the screen. By touching the hand symbol you will initiate the averaging
function. During this time a sample of the product moving under the sensor may be taken.
After a preset time period the display will show the average moisture reading for the product
viewed by the gauge during that time period.
If the time period is set to 0 seconds then an average may be made by making two touches
of the hand symbol. One touch starts and a second touch stops the average. After 10
seconds the display will automatically return to the live reading.
3.2.2 Graphical Trend Screens

A time based trend of any of the four constituents measured by the MCT460 may be selected
by simply touching the trend symbol, next to the hand symbol, and then selecting the
constituent. The trend will display one constituent reading at a time. Illustrations of these
trend screens are shown below in Figure 6 and 7:
Figure 6: Single Constituent Trend Screen
The X axis min and max times for the trends shown in figure 6 above and figure 7 below are
as follow:
Min: 1 minute
Max: 360 minutes

Figure 7: Multi Constituent Trend Screen
The X and Y axiss values of the trends are adjustable and could be changed by simply touching
the setting button, next to the home symbol, in the top right corner as the trend is being displayed.
Figure 8 below shows the trend settings page.
Figure 8: Trend Settings Page

3.2.3 Changing Product Calibration
Selection of the Product Calibration is made by touching the Current product calibration
(Product Cal (1)). A product calibration selection window will pop up. Select the new code
by touching the desired code followed by the SAVE key.
Figure 9 below shows the select Cal & Constituent page in which the gauges existing
product calibrations will be listed.
Figure 9: Product Selection Menu
3.2.4 User Screen
Pressing the Home symbol in the top right corner of the main screen will allow you to access an
unprotected User Screen as shown in Figure 10 below. In this screen, the user may offset the
gauges zero setting, change the damp time and change the grab sample time.
In order to offset the MCT460 gauge, touch the Adjust number and use the pop up keypad to
enter the true moisture of a sample and on pressing the Enter key the gauge display will be
adjusted to match the value entered.
In order to change the grab sample time, touch the Grab Time number and use the pop up
keypad to enter the grab sample test time.
In order to change the damp time, touch the Damp number and use the pop up keypad to enter
the new damp value. The Damp Time is a global setting that applies to all Product Calibrations.

Figure 10: User Menu Front Page
3.2.5 Menu Protection Password
To access the gauge setup menu, touch the blue pad next to ENTER SETUP on the LCD.
The Password request screen will pop up.
Enter the correct password and touch the ENTER key. This will allow access to the SETUP
Menu. The default password is 0000.
Figure 11: Password Entry Page

3.2.6 Menu Selections
After entering the correct Password the Select Menu will be presented. The select menu consists
of two pages. Page 1 of the user menu is shown in Figure 12 below and page 2 of the user menu
is shown in Figure 13 below.
Figure 12: User Menu Page 1
Figure 13: User Menu Page 2

3.2.7 Calibration Parameters
By touching the calibration parameters button, shown in Figure 12 above, you will
access the Select Cal page (shown in Figure 14 below). The display will present the
product calibrations saved in the gauge.
You can simply select the product calibration by touching it. Touch the right arrow on the top
right corner to see the calibration parameters for the product being used as shown in Figure
15 below. Adding a new product is made by touching the NEW blue button.
Figure 14: Calibration Parameters Page 1
Figure 15: Calibration Parameters Page 2

Each Product Calibration has its individual span and zero settings.
To make a change to the values, touch the number, a numeric keypad will pop up. Type the
new number and touch the ENT key.
Alarms: Setting High and Low alarms levels to each constituent will cause that constituents
reading to turn RED when the high alarm is exceeded and YELLOW when the low alarm is
exceeded.
3.2.8 Calibration Routine
The Calibration Routine is a linear regression routine that adjusts the gauges calibration
parameters (span and zero) so that the gauges readings match the actual lab moisture
readings. This is done by using a series of representative product sample with moisture
contents covering the moisture range to be measured.
The objective of gauge calibration is to obtain a straight-line graphical relationship between

the sensors reading and the true moisture value of a series of samples as shown in Figure
16 below.
MCT Calibration Graph
10 *
8 *
6 Figure 16: Calibration Graph
Calibration Routine Process:

*
1- 4Select one of the unused Product Calibrations in the gauge.
2- Make or*collect from the process a series of sample (up to 25) with moisture contents
covering the range expected in the process.
2
3- Set the Span value to 25.0, the zero to -20 and the damp time to a value of 1.0.
4- Present
0 2 the 4lowest
6 moisture
8 10sample
12 to14the 16
sensor; adjust the zero setting to make the
True Moisture
sensors reading agree with the true moisture content of the sample. Note the reading.

5- Present all of the samples to the sensor in turn, and make sure to note the sensor and
actual lab readings for each sample.
6- Tabulate the results as shown in Table 1 below:
Sensor Lab
3.7 3.7
4.5 5.2
7.6 8.3
9.5 10.3
8.2 8.9
Table 1: MCT vs Lab Readings
7- Select the Calibration Routine button in the main menu page (shown in Figure 12). This
will take you to the calibration page as shown in Figure 17 below.
Figure 17: Calibration Routine Page
8- Touch the Lab Value, displayed in blue on the LCD, and enter the true moisture value for
the first sample.
9- Touch the MCT Value, displayed in blue on the LCD, and enter the gauge reading for the
first sample.
10- Repeat this procedure for all the samples.
11- When all sample pairs have been entered, touch the CALCULATE button. A window will
pop up with the regression statistics and the values of the zero and span setting that will

correctly calibrate the gauge. Touch SAVE to save the new calibration settings to the
desired Product Calibration.
Please note that the up and down arrows are the page up and page down arrows. They
are used to scroll the page up and / or down.
Linear Regression Statistics
The gauges computer calculates several statistics during its calibration routine; these
statistics give a measure of the accuracy and quality of the calibration.
Correlation Coefficient: This is an expression of how well the sensor readings match the
true moisture values.
1 is perfect
Greater than 0.9 is acceptable
Less than 0.9 is not acceptable
Standard Error: This is an indication of the accuracy of the calibration. A perfect value is
0.0. Acceptable values are in the 0.0 to 0.5 range depending on the moisture ranges being
measured.
3.2.9 Diagnostics
All gauge diagnostic values may be viewed in this menu choice. To go to the diagnostics
menu, touch the DIAGNOSTICS blue button in the user menu shown in Figure 12 above.
There are four pages of Diagnostic parameters group, the first page is called Front end and is
shown in Figure 18 below:
Figure 18: Diagnostics Menu Page 1
In the front end diagnostics page, the following are listed:

Sensor STATUS: This presents the operational status of the gauge. The sensors
microprocessor continually monitors up to 12 sensor parameters. If all are correct the status
will indicate OK. If any one of the parameters is out of range then a warning message will be
presented. A detailed SENSOR STATUS diagnostics list is displayed on page 2 of the
diagnostics.
Wheel Speed: This is the rotational speed of the filter wheel.
Internal Temperature: This is the internal temperature of the MCT460 gauge.
Filter Gain: This is the optical circuitry gain value.
Cooler Temperature: This is the actual detectors temperature.
Page 2 of the diagnostics menu displays the status of a list of the MCT460 gauge components as
shown in Figure 19 below. The component tab is displayed in green when its status is ok and in
red when something is wrong.
Page 3 of the diagnostics menu displays the main voltages values off of the main board of the
MCT460 gauge as shown in Figure 20 below. Value is displayed in green when status is ok and in
red when status is not ok.

Page 4 of the diagnostics menu displays the filter values, as shown in Figure 21 below, which
are used to help balance the MCT460 gauge.
This presents the detector signal levels for the six filters that may be fitted to the filter wheel
in the MCT460 gauge. Values are given for both external and internal filters. A bar graph
comparison for each filters INT and EXT values may be presented by touching the F# of the
filter.
The preamplifier gain value is also presented. This value is an indication of the amplification
required to bring the detector signals into the range required by the processing electronics.

Ranges of Diagnostic Parameters:
The following table gives the range of values for each of the diagnostic parameters:
Parameter Nomin Min. Max. Warning Message

al Value Value
Value
Internal Filters 3.0-8.0 0.5 10.0 Above 9.9 High
Signals
External 3.0-8.0 0.5 9.9 Above 9.9 High
Filters. signals
+5V 5.00 4.8 5.2 Outside Min/Max VCC
Fault
+ 15 V 15.00 14.0 16.0 Outside Min/Max VP
Fault
- 15 V 15.00 14.0 16.0 Outside Min/Max VN
Fault
Motor Speed 1500 950 3500 Outside Min/Max
High/Low Motor
Filter Wheel No slot switch input for > 400 Motor Stopped
Slot ms
Gain X5- 1 100 Above X64 Low
X10 Signals
Cooler Drive 15% 0.1% 100% Above 75% Cooler
Fault
Pre-Gain 1 0 2 None
Cooler Temp 20 0.2 65 0.0 Detector Fault
Internal Temp 35 0.0 100 Above 65 High Board
Temperature
Table 2: Diagnostics Parameters Ranges
3.2.10 Miscellaneous
The miscellaneous menu, shown in Figure 22 below, provides access to change the password of
the user menu and the readings decimal places. It also lists the MCT460 gauges information such
as the sensor version, board type and the interface version.

Figure 22: Miscellaneous Page
3.2.11 Analogs
This menu selection allows the user to adjust the sensors analog output, the sensors input
and the interface analog outputs. By touching the Analog button on the user menu you will
get to the Analog menu as shown in figure 23 below:
Figure 23: Analogs Main Menu

Sensor Outputs:
This allows the user to scale the 4 20 mA analog output for each of the constituent(s)
measured. The user could use up to 4 analog outputs and is capable of using the same
constituent reading with more than one analog output. (Additional analog output connector
might be required depending on the number of analog outputs needed)
To configure the analog output of the MCT460 gauge, touch the sensor analogs blue button
and you will be directed to the following menu as shown in Figure 24 below:
Figure 24: Sensor Outputs Page
The UP arrow in the top right of the screen will select each of the four analog outputs
available from the gauge.
Analog Hi: This is the value of moisture (or other constituent) at which the gauge will output
20 mA.
Analog Lo: This is the value of moisture (or other constituent) at which the gauge will output
4 mA or 0 mA.
Output mA: This is the actual mA value that is being sent out the analog channel. Measuring
the analog signal with a multi-meter will give the same value as presented.
Output Mode: This allows the selection of either 0 20 mA or 4 20 mA.
Please note: 0 10V and 0 5V are also available output options. Please consult the factory
for more details.

Source: This allows any of the four measured constituents to be allocated to any of the
Analog channels.
Tuning the Analog Output signals
The accuracy of the mA signal may be tuned by using the Fix mA buttons and the Adjust
button.
Instructions:
Touch the Fix 2 mA button.

Measure the mA output of the gauge
Touch the Adjust value to get the pop up numeric keypad. Enter the value measured in
step 2. Touch the Enter key to correct the 2 mA reading.
Measure the mA output of the gauge.
Touch the Adjust value to get the pop up numeric keypad. Enter the value measured in
step 5. Touch the Enter key to correct the 18 mA reading.
Repeat step 2 and 5 to verify that the mA outputs are correct.
Sensor Input:
This is used when other types of sensors, such as temperature, height, color etc are being
fitted in the MCT460 gauge to scale their input and output. Sensor input type could be 4 20
mA, 0 5V or 0 10V.
Figure 25: Sensor Input Page

Range Hi: This is the input sensors value at which the gauge will match 20 mA, 5V or 10V.
Range Lo: This is the input sensors value at which the gauge will match 4 mA, 0V or 0 V
Output: This is the actual mA value that is being sent out the analog channel. Measuring the
analog signal with a multi-meter will give the same value as presented.
Input: This is the actual input value of the fitted sensor.
Damp: This is the input sensors damp time.
Zero: This allows the user to offset the analog output.
Span: This allows the user to modify the sensitivity of the input signal.
Interface Outputs:
Analog outputs are available from the sensor, the operator interface and both. This allows
the user to scale the 4 20 mA analog output for each of the constituent measured coming
off of the operator interface. The user could use up to 4 analog outputs and is capable of
using the same constituent reading with more than one analog output.
Figure 26: Interface Outputs Page
The UP arrow in the top right of the screen will select each of the four analog outputs
available from the gauge.
Analog Hi: This is the value of moisture (or other constituent) at which the gauge will output
20 mA.

Analog Lo: This is the value of moisture (or other constituent) at which the gauge will output
4 mA or 0 mA.
Output mA: This is the actual mA value that is being sent out the analog channel. Measuring
the analog signal with a multimeter will give the same value as presented.
Output Mode: This allows the selection of either 0 20 mA or 4 20 mA.
Please note: 0 10V and 0 5V are also available output options. Please consult the factory
for more details.
Source: This allows any of the four measured constituents to be allocated to any of the
Analog channels.
Tuning the Analog Output signals
The accuracy of the mA signal may be tuned by using the Fix mA buttons and the Adjust
button.
Instructions:

Measure the mA output of the gauge
Touch the Adjust value to get the pop up numeric keypad. Enter the value measured
in step 2. Touch the Enter key to correct the 2 mA reading.
Measure the mA output of the gauge.
Touch the Adjust value to get the pop up numeric keypad. Enter the value measured
in step 5. Touch the Enter key to correct the 18 mA reading.
Repeat step 2 and 5 to verify that the mA outputs are correct.
3.2.12 Communications
This menu selection provides setup details of any of the serial comms or any of the optional
field bus interfaces that may be installed in the MCT460 gauge. You can enter the
Communications menu shown in Figure 27 below by touching the communications tab on the
user menu.

Figure 27: Communications Menu
Serial Comms:
This is where the user configures both the sensor and interface digital outputs.
Sensor Com 1:
User could select to use RS-485 or RS-232 to communicate with the sensor. They also could
change the Baud Rate to match their device settings. The other parameters have fixed
values and are usually auto selected.
Figure 28: Sensor Com Page

Interface Com 1:
User could select to use RS-485 or RS-232 to communicate with the operator interface of the
MCT460 gauge. They also could change the Baud Rate to match their device settings. The
other parameters have fixed values and are usually auto selected.
Figure 28: Interface Com Page
FieldBus Comms:
This menu selection provides setup details of any of the optional field bus interfaces that may
be installed in the MCT sensor.
3.3. Engineering Menu
The MCT460 gauge contains a hidden engineering menu that presents several other
customization functions of the gauge.
Please note that this menu should only be accessed by people experienced in the setup
of the MCT460 gauge for specific applications.
Access to the Engineering Menu is gained by using a special password.
At the password request enter the number 2882 and press ENTER. This will allow access to
the engineering menu, shown in Figure 29 below, in which multiple different engineering pages
could be accessed. Touch the blue boxes to access each of the different engineering settings.

Figure 29: Engineering Menu
The engineering functions are separated into six different sub menus and they are as follows:
1- AGC Engineering Page:

This submenu helps the user control the MCT460 signals gain for better performance. The
Gain is also presented in the diagnostics menu to help balancing the MCT460 gauge. The
pregain is a user selectable gain factor that is used to adjust the size of the reflected filter
signals.
Figure 30: Engineering Menu AGC Page

Signal Gain System
The MCT has a software adjustable preamp gain factor. This factor is the gain applied to the
filter signals coming from the detector.
The amplification applied is split into two components:
Pre-Gain: This is a manually settable course gain factor that selects a pre-amp gain resistor to
amplify the detector signals.
Gain: This is a fine, software controlled, gain that amplifies the detector signal to achieve a
value of 4.5v on the largest filter value.
Pre-Gain and Gain adjustments:
The Pre-Gain feature allows the pre-amplifier gain to be adjusted to allow the MCT to operate
on a wide range of differing colored products.
Very dark products do not reflect well and will need a higher pre-gain setting. Very white or
light products reflect light well and will need a lower pre-gain setting.
The Pre-Gain has four manually adjustable settings:
Pre-Gain Gain Factor

0 x1
1 x10 (Default)
2 x15
3 x20
4
The Gain setting is a fine gain that is controlled by the microprocessor. It is automatically
adjusted to set the filter values at a level of 7.0volts. If the gain value on the product goes
above x10 then the Pre-Gain value needs to be increased.
2- TEC Engineering Page:
This page (Figure 31) allows for the setup and adjustment of the thermo cooled detector fitted
to the gauge.
The TEC Engineering page also displays the following parameters:
Detector cooler drive
Gauges internal temperature
Detector temperature
Detector temperature setpoint. This is adjustable between 10 degrees C and 30
degrees C. Cooling the detector will increase its sensitivity to NIR light.

Figure 31: Engineering Menu TEC Page
3- Constituents Engineering page:
Below in Figure 32 is a screen shot of the Constituents settings page. This engineering page
allows the end user to enable and / or disable constituents, change the reading type to Dry
basis and other features shown in the screen shot below.
Figure 32: Engineering Menu Constituents page

FunctAtro (Dry): This sets the MCT460 gauge to readout in moisture computed on a dry
weight basis.
Algorithm (Log): This sets the MCT460 gauge to readout using a logarithmic calculation.
Lin Mode: This changes the linear regression calibration to a look up table calibration.
4- Constants Engineering Page:
The constants page shown in Figure 33 below displays the current algorithm of the MCT460
gauge. This page is used to change the gauges algorithm for all constituents measured.
Figure 33: Engineering Menu Constants Page

5- General Engineering Page:
The general engineering page shown in Figure 34 below consists of different other
engineering parameters which can be changed in this page.
Figure 34: Engineering Menu General page
Panel Size: The operator interface is available with two sizes of the touch LCD screen:
- 640x480 (5.7)
- 800x600 (12)
Touching the blue value will toggle between the two choices.
Grab Delay: This is an adjustable time delay that will be used by either the online grab
sample prior to computing an average or by the MCT460QC turntable before it starts
rotating.
Damp Band: This is a +/- adjustable damping range inside which a higher damping will be
applied when measuring static sample.
Dyn Damp: This is the increased damping time, in seconds, that is applied to the MCT
reading.
Bench Mode: This allows the MCT to be switched into the bench (QuikCheck) mode.
Limit Scan ctrls: This feature is only used when the operator interface is used with a sensor
attached to a scanning frame.

6- Clocks and Resets Engineering Page:
Clocks and resets generator screen shot is shown below in Figure 35.
Figure 35: Engineering Menu Clocks & Resets Page
Watch Dog: This is a log of how many times the CPU resets itself.
Clock Monitor: This is a log of how many times the CPUs timing clock goes out of
tolerance.
3.4. Gauge Configurations
The MCT460 gauge could be used in two different configurations based on the application
requirements. The two configurations are as follow:
3.4.1. Stand Alone Configuration

The stand-alone configuration, shown in Figure 36 below, is when all the digital and analog
outputs originate from the back of the gauge and the use of operator interface is optional.
MCT460 Stand Alone Configuration Summary:

Connects Directly to PLC
No operator interface required
Powered at the MCT460 Gauge
All analog outputs, digital and bus interfaces directly from Transmitter
5.7 Operator Interface / Display (optional)

Figure 36: MCT460 Stand Alone Configuration
3.4.2. System Configuration

The system configuration, shown in Figure 37 below, is when all the analog and digital
outputs originate from the operator interface rather than the back of the gauge.
MCT460 System Configuration Summary:

Transmitter connects to Operator Interface
Transmitter powered from Operator Interface
All Analog Outputs, Digital and Bus Interfaces from Operator Interface
Large 5.7 high resolution Touchscreen

Figure 37: MCT460 System Configuration
3.5. Gauge Outputs

Each MCT460 measurement produces analog and digital outputs for control and
communication. Bus interfaces such as Ethernet, Modbus, Profibus, etc are also available.
The MCT460 has the following signal interfaces available for connection to other devices:
3.5.1. Analog Outputs

Four, isolated 4 20 mA or 0 10 V outputs (selectable).
Load resistance 500 ohms max.
3.5.2. Digital Outputs

The MCT460 provides a choice of serial output formats, RS232, RS485 and USB.
RS232 is suitable for a single gauge to computer connection over a distance of up to
100 feet (30 meters). The RS485 is suitable for connection of multiple gauges on a
cable up to 3 miles long (4.86KM). USB is optional and used for direct connection to a
laptop PC.
Serial Requirements:
RS232/485:
Baud Rate: 9600 to 38400 (9600 default)
Parity: None
Data Bits: 8
Stop Bits: 1
Cables:
RS 232: 9 pin D serial cable wired pin to pin
RS 485: Shielded twisted pair.

Chapter 4. Gauge Installation
4.1. Sighting the sensor

The sensor is capable of operating at any orientation provided the light beam can reflect from
the surface of the product.
4.2. Vibration
The sensor mounting support and any items in contact with the sensor should be free from
excessive vibration.
4.3. Strong Light

Strong infrared light or direct sunlight should not be allowed to fall on the sensor window or
erroneous reading may occur.
4.4. Temperature
The sensor is designed to give satisfactory measurements within a temperature range of 32 to
120 deg. F (0 to 50 deg. C).
4.5. Humidity & Dust-Window Air Purge
The sensor should be kept clear of excess humidity. It is important to prevent condensation on
the sight window. Normal atmospheric dust will not affect the sensor reading but similar to
humidity, accumulation of dust on the window will impair the sensors operation. The air purge
attachment fitted to the sensor window requires a 1/4 (6mm) tube with a supply of clean oil
free dry air at a pressure not exceeding 10 psi. at approximately 2 liters per minute.
4.6. Optimum Viewing Distance

The optimum viewing distance is 8 (200mm) from the bottom of the sensor but any distance
between 6 and 12 (150 - 300mm) is acceptable. Variations in product pass height of +/- 1
(25mm) around the 8 (200mm) nominal are permissible.
4.7. Reflections from Material Surface

It is essential to avoid specular reflections of the transmitted light from the product. Powdered
and granular products cause no problems and the sensor light beam may be mounted at any
angle to the top surface of the product. The closer the beam is to 90 from the surface the
better the reflected signal strengths. Highly reflective and shiny sheet materials require that the
sensor be angled so that the light beam is at approx. 80-85 to the sheet surface.

Chapter 5. Power & Cable Connections
5.1. AC Power Connections
The MCT460 Gauge is powered using the 6-foot (2mtrs) power cord connected to the rear of
the sensor. The input is auto ranging and accepts 90-260VAC volts, 15 amps.
Also available, optional 24VDC / 4.5A input power.
5.2. Analog & Serial Cable Connections

Customer data cables connect to the two industrial connectors on the rear of the sensor.
Details of the respective connectors in these connectors are given in Sections 8.0 and 9.0

Chapter 6. Accessories
6.1. Calibration Check Standard
The Process Sensors Calibration Check Standard provides users of the MCT460 Series NIR
Transmitters with a quick way of verifying that the sensors calibration has not altered over
time.
The standard simulates moisture levels as follows:
Low Moisture
High Moisture
Connection of the Standard to the MCT Sensor
Locate the standard on the light shroud. Make sure that the key on the Standard mates with
the slot on the light tube and then tighten the hand screw to lock the standard in place.
How to Use the Calibration Check Standards
The Check Standards should be used on a periodic basis, daily, weekly or monthly, to check
that the sensor is remaining stable and thus giving the correct moisture values.
The standards may be used in two ways:
a) As a quick low/high check of the sensors reading. In this manner it allows users to gain
confidence in the stability of the sensor and in the accuracy of the initial calibration.
b) As a way of transferring the calibration from one sensor to another. In this manner a
newly purchased or repaired sensor can be quickly put into operation without the need for
actual samples of product.
Quick Calibration Check
Using the standards to check the stability of the MCT460 requires that it be correctly calibrated
using samples of the product(s) on which it is measuring. As soon as the sensor is
satisfactorily calibrated, the reading of the low and high sides of the standard should to be
noted.
1. Clip the standard onto the light tube.
2. Rotate the standard selector knob to the LOW position and tighten the locking nut.

3. With the MCT set on the same CAL Channel as used to measure the product, make a
note of the MCT reading
4. Rotate the standard selector knob to the HIGH position and lock into place. Note the
MCT460 reading.
At any time in the future, inserting the check standard, and selecting the respective reflectors,
will give the same values as previously noted above. If the MCT does not give the same
readings to +/- 0.2, then the calibration of the MCT460 may be in error.
Using the Check Standards with multiple calibration channels
When the MCT460 is operating with multiple calibration codes, it is important to only use the
check standard on the same Cal Channel. The differences in the calibration coefficients for the
various products (zero & span) will give different readings for the check standards.
Users may wish to use a vacant Cal Channel as a designated CAL CHECK CHANNEL. Doing
this will allow two convenient values to be setup for the low and high standards.
To use this method, decide on a low reading for the low standard, say 2.0 and a high value for
the high standard, say 8.0.
Now use the calibration development routine to calculate the zero & span values that make the
MCT460 sensor read the 2.0 and 8.0 values. As the Cal Development routine requires 3 data
pairs, one set of values needs to be entered twice.
Finally store this zero & span value in the CAL CHECK CHANNEL, say # 9.
When using the standards make sure that this CAL CHECK CHANNEL is selected prior to
inserting the standards.
Calibration Transfer
Once the values given by the two standards are known for a specific product calibration, they
can be used as stable samples for calibrating other sensors.
The known values for the standards should be used as the LAB values in the Cal Development
routine.
1. For a new or repaired sensor set the span to 25.0.

2. Select the Low standard and note the MCT460 reading.
3. Select the High standard and note the MCT460 reading.
4. Select the CAL DEVELOPMENT routine.
5. Enter the data pairs of MCT reading and known standard values. Enter the High
standard twice to get the 3 data pairs.
6. Compute the zero and span values that will make the sensor read the values of the
standards.
7. Save these settings in the desired Cal Channel.

6.2. Powder Sampler

The MCT Powder Sampler is an accessory that allows the MCT sensor to make
measurements on products that are free falling inside enclosed ducts. It consists of a stainless
steel tube, on the end of which is a sample cup complete with glass viewing window.
The samplers routine is controlled by the software routine in the sensor and an external
solenoid valve.
The routine allows the cup to fill the sensor to make and average reading. The sample is then
ejected from the cup and the sequence repeats. A typical cycle time is 40 seconds.
Installation
The sampler should be located in the process duct so that the sampler cup extends into the
product flow.
Insertion Depth
The length of the welding spud supplied with the sampler determines the insertion depth of the
sampler. The following table gives the relationship between the length of the welding spud and
the insertion depth of the sampler.
Spud Length Insertion Depth
(inches) (inches) (mm)

(mm)
4.0 4.0 102
102
3.5 4.5 114
89
3.0 5.0 127
76
2.5 5.5 140
64
2.0 6.0 152
51
1.5 6.5 165
38

Installation of the welding spud:
Cut a 3.25 (82.5 mm) hole in the duct at the desired location.
Cut the welding spud to the length that will give the insertion depth desired.
Weld the spud to the duct around the hole. Ensure that one of the bolt holes is
located at the 12 oclock position.
Bolt the sampler to the spud.
Bolt the sensor to the sampler in the desired orientation. It may be installed in one of
four positions. Sensor up, down, right or left.
Install a support bracket for the sensor. The sensor must not be left to hang from the sampler
without any additional support!
The solenoid box should be mounted close to the installation of the sensor & sampler.
A (6 mm) airline should be connected to inlet air port in the solenoid enclosure, and an air
line from the solenoid box air outlet to the tee fitting on the sampler.
The Operator Interface should be mounted at a convenient location for operator interaction AC
power connected.
Connect a three-wire cable between the operator interface plug and the terminal strip in the
solenoid enclosure as shown in the attached drawing.
Sequence Timer Setup
The time sequence for the cycles of the sampler is held in the sensor memory. Access to the
times is made via the Engineering Menu selected from the Operator Interface. The times
control the sequence that allows the sampler to fill with sample, the sensor to take a reading
and then the sample to be ejected.
The sequence of events is as follows:
Purge (Sample is blown out of the sample cup)

Fill (Sample is allowed to fill the sample cup)
Measure/sample (sensor will take a moisture reading)
Delay (delay between the presentation of the moisture reading and the start of a new cycle)
It will take one cycle of the sampler before the sensor will present the moisture content of the
sampled product.
The factory set time sequence of the sequence timer is as follows:
Purge = 10 seconds
Fill = 20 seconds
Sample = 10 seconds
Delay = 2 seconds.

These times can be adjusted to optimize the sequence to the flow rate of the product.
Changing the Sequence Times
Use the Operator Interface.

Select Miscellaneous from the main menu.
At the password request, set the password to 2882, then press ENTER.
This will access the Engineering menu.
Select General and set the sampler to be ON

SAMPLER: ON
Touch the number values for each item in the sampler cycle and enter the desired times
access the times for the various cycles.
SAMP PURGE = 0010
SAMP FILL = 0020
SAMP MEAS = 0010
SAM DELAY = 0002
Connections for Sampler

6.3. Quad Alarms

This board is mountable on the MCT460 gauges main board and is supplied with an electronic
data sheet allowing the user to program the host computer to configure the different alarms. The
Quad Alarm Board is used so the user can enable different constituents and maintenance alarms.
6.4. Product Loss

These are photoelectric proximity sensors that mount to the MCT460 gauge. They sense the
presence of the product on the conveyer belt under the gauge. When the product disappears they
provide an input contact to the HOLD input in the Operator Interface, to freeze the sensors
readings and analog outputs until the product returns.
6.5. Anybus
The MCT460 gauge may be fitted with a variety of interface modules that provide the gauges
output data in the correct format for the network into which it is operating. Refer to the instructions
provided with each option module for installation and output formats.
6.6. Cooling System
The MCT460 sensor may be fitted with a cooling system to allow the sensor to be installed in
environments where the temperature is greater than 70 C (158 F).
The cooling tube is molded into the base of all MCT460 sensors and may be used with either
water or air-cooling media.
When used with air-cooling a Vortec Cooling Element will be provided. This element provides a
stream of cold air to the panel.
The requirements for either cooling media are as follows:
6.6.1. Air Cooling

Connect the Vortec cooling element to the inlet port on the cooling panel. Connect a
(6mm) inlet tube to the inlet of the cooler element. Supply clean, dry air at 80 100psi (6-7
bars) to the cooler.
6.6.2. Water Cooling
Connect a : (6mm) tube to the inlet and outlet connectors on the cooling panel. Supply
cold water (65-80F/20-27C) at an approximate flow rate of 1cfm (0.3 liters/min).

Chapter 7. Guide To Gauge Calibration

Moisture
It is advisable to calibrate a sensor off-line in the event:
1. It is difficult to achieve samples over the full moisture range on-line owing to time
constraints or wastage of product.
2. The exact gauge sample cannot be easily obtained for referencing purposes. This is
particularly important in circumstances where the sample is non homogeneous or
equilibration isnt complete.
Bulk solids
Off-line calibration
If it is possible to collect samples over the full moisture range from the production line, and
retain the moisture level by placing them in airtight containers over a 24 hour period this will
provide the best calibration and is preferable. It will ensure that all parameters vary, not only
the moisture or constituent of interest, making the calibration more robust over time.
If not possible, collect a bulk sample from the production line when the moisture level is low.
Condition samples to higher moisture levels over the moisture range ( minimum moisture
range of 1.0%) by adding a fine mist of water through a spray bottle.
Conditioning samples
Condition a minimum of two or three samples (each approximately 50 cm 3 ) to install an

approximate calibration, seven or more for a full calibration. Two samples are at the lower
and two samples are at the upper limits of the moisture range are required in order to establish
the instrument sensitivity (span) and set the bias (zero). The fifth sample is used as a mid-
point to check the linearity over the calibration range, or as an additional high or low sample to
provide confidence in the span.
Obtain a bulk sample from the line, allow time for the sample to cool. Use a thermal balance on
a 10g sub-sample to establish the approximate moisture level. Calculate the grammage of
moisture that needs to be added to achieve the required moisture levels. Place the
conditioned samples in an airtight bags/ small containers ensuring there is minimum head
space. Allow the contents of all bags to equilibrate over a minimum of 24 hours.
Gauging samples
Gauge each of the samples using the default calibration (Span = 25, Zero= -20). If the sample
is non- homogeneous or varies in particle size, gauge the sample at least twice, returning it to

its container between measurements. Record the MCT/ average MCT values. If there is little
or no difference in the reading between the highest and lowest moisture sample, double the
default span and re-run the samples. Perform reference tests on each sample immediately
following gauging. Oven testing is preferable to the thermal balance as all samples undergo
the same test conditions.
Once all the reference values are recorded, the data pairs (gauge and corresponding
reference value) can be entered either into the Cal Routine sub menu on the Operator
Interface or within the PC software. A graph can be accessed showing the existing values and
calibrated values. Examine the graph and manually remove any data points that appear to be
outliers (outliers have a residual value > twice the standard deviation of all the residuals). Click
Calculate to access the calibration statistics and new Span and Zero. You can save this new
calibration file.
On-line installation and zero adjustment
Install the gauge on-line at the same distance from, and at the same angle to the product. An
adjustment to the zero (bias) is now necessary in order to complete the calibration process as
the degree of equilibration will differ from off-line samples, especially if the gauge is installed at
the exit of a dryer. Zero adjustment is made by picking 3 consecutive samples from the line
using the grab sample feature on the OI (hand symbol) to obtain the gauge average over the
sampling interval. Each sample should be kept airtight until referenced. Once referenced, the
difference between the average gauge value and the average reference value should be
calculated and the gauge zero adjusted to reflect the difference. E.g lab value- gauge reading
= 6 9 = -3 results in the gauge zero being decreased by 3.
On-line calibration
If the process controls can be utilized to generate a range of moistures on line, and gauge-
measured product can be picked and referenced for calibration purposes, on-line calibration is
feasible.
The gauge should be installed as per the Users manual over the production line. The OI
display should be watched in order to select samples across the entire moisture range. When
the displayed readout shows a value that differs from the next closest sample value, press the
grab sample function and pick product in small handfuls from the line and place in an airtight
container. Stop picking sample when the gauge average is displayed. Reference the
collected samples in the same manner as one another, and then enter the data as already
described under Gauging samples.

Chapter 8. Customer Wiring Connections

All wiring connections are made to three quick-disconnect connectors mounted on the rear of
the gauges enclosure. These connectors may have different signals coming to them from
inside the sensor. The following diagrams show the standard configurations for these
connectors.
Figure 38: MCT460 Back Shot of the enclosure
POWER
Input
Terminal #
1
Live
2 Neutral
Gnd Symbol Ground

ANALOG Connector Standard configuration
Terminal #
Signal Constituent #
1 Gnd 1
2 4-20 mA 1
3 Gnd 2
4 4-20 mA 2
5 Gnd 3 Replaced by temperature if fitted
6 4-20mA 3 Replaced by temperature if fitted
DIGITAL Connector (RS232, RS485 & Hold) Standard Configuration
Signal
Terminal #
1 RS485 A
2 RS485 B
3 RS232 Tx
4 RS232 Rx
5 Digital Gnd
6 Hold Input

Note:
When sensors are fitted with network interface cards this Digital connector may be
wired to meet the network format or it may be replaced with the networks approved
connector.
Analog / Digital Connector
Use the end of the Dust Cover to un-screw the Retaining Ring in order to remove the 6 pin
connector.
The Flat part of the connector fits into the Housing, mating with a similar Flat part.

Chapter 9. Technical Specifications

MCT460 NIR Transmitter Specifications:
Measured NIR Constituents: 1, 2 or 3 simultaneously
Moisture Range: Min. 0.1%, Max. 95%
Coatings Range: Min. 0.1gr./m, Max. 200 gr./m
Fats & Oils: Min. 0.1%, Max. 50%
Repeatability: +/- 0.2%
Product Distance: 8-18 inches (200-450mm)
Calibration Codes: 100
Response Time: 1 999 seconds. Three modes available: damping, integration and
gated.
Power: 90-260VAC, 50/60 Hz, 40 watts
Outputs: 4-20mA, 0-10V (isolated), RS-232 & RS485
Weight/Enclosure: 19 lbs. (8.6kg) / IP67, Cast Aluminum
Ambient Temperature: 0-50 C (32-120F) with water or air cooling up to 80C (160F)
Window Purge: Air Purge Diffuser
Accuracy: (Subject to application and product type)

Moisture: +/- 0.1%
Coatings: +/- 0.1 gr./m
Fats/Oils: +/- 0.2%
Repeatability: +/- 0.2%
CE Compliance:
EMC Directives EN50081-1 & EN50082-2, EN61010-1
Low Voltage Directives
Operator Interface Specifications:

Display: 5.7 inch Color Touchscreen LCD
Languages: User Selectable
Power: from MCT460 sensor or local
Cable: 10 ft (3 meters) standard
Enclosure: Cast Aluminum
Databus & SoftwareInterfaces:
Optional Interfaces: Ethernet TCP/IP, Devicenet, Modbus, Profibus
Software: Windows-based program or OPC-DDE Server

Appendix I
Special Features
Backdoor Password
If the password for the MCT460 has been forgotten or is unknown then a special backdoor
password will allow the user/engineer to view and change the old password.
To use this backdoor system proceed as follows:
At the Password request enter the number 6811, and then press ENTER.
This will allow access to the SETUP SELECT Menu; then select the MISCELLANEOUS menu.
View or change the current PASSWORD.
Language Shortcut
To return the MCT screens to English from any other selected language enter 9999 at the
password request. This will instantly set the language used on all screens to English.

Appendix II
Dry Basis
It is common for some industries, particularly the wood panel industry to calculate the moisture
in the wood particles as a percentage of the dry material rather than a percentage of the wet
material.
Wet % = Wet Weight Dry Weight

Wet Weight
Dry % = Wet Weight Dry Weight

Dry Weight
Conversion from Wet % to Dry % is as follows:
% Dry = % Wet x 100

(100-% Wet)
Conversion from % Dry to % wet is as follows:
% Wet = % Dry x 100

(100 + % Dry
The MCT460 may be configured to present moisture on a dry basis by selecting DRY: Y in
the Engineering Menu.
This selection does the following to the sensor parameters:

1. The displayed moisture readings are presented in the Dry Basis.
2. An asterisk appears in front of the Moisture word in the display to alert users
that the sensor is in the DRY mode.
3. The Calibration routine is modified to allow dry basis values to be used.
Online Offset Adjustments
When operating in the Dry Basis Mode, a change to the Zero parameter of the calibration will
not make the same adjustment to the moisture reading. This is because the moisture reading
is being modified by the wet to dry conversion factor.
To allow users to make a simple trim adjustment to the sensors reading and additional
calibration parameter is presented in the Cal parameters when in the Dry Basis Mode.
This is: OFFSET.
The default setting for it is 0.00.

To make a reduction in the displayed moisture reading of 0.5, make the OFFSET be 0.5.
To make an increase to the moisture reading of 0.8, make the OFFSET be + 0.8
When initially calibrating a sensor ALWAYS set the OFFSET to 0.00

Appendix III
MCT460 Gauge Default Parameters
User Parameters No Password needed
Sample Value 0.0

Avg Time 10.0 secs
Trend Time 60 min
Calibration and Set Up Parameters Password needed
Parameter Moisture Constit 1 Constit 2 Product Temp

Zero -20.0 -40.0 -20.0 0.0
Span 25.0 50.0 25.0 N/A
Damping 1 1 1 5
Alarm High 100 100 100 100
Alarm Low 0 0 0 0
Analog High 100 100 100 100
Analog Low 0 0 0 0
Analog Output mA mA mA mA
Emissivity 0.9
Type IR/tc
Scale C
Cooler Target 20C

Pre Gain X1
Password 0000
Inst ID 9
Digits 1
Prod Code Lock OFF
Solids OFF
Heater Control
Target 25
Prop 10
Int 0.6
Deadband 0.2
Engineering Parameters Special Password needed
General
Damp Mode Yes
Bench OFF
Max Cal 50
Pre Gain 1
Dead Band 0.1
Cooler ON
Sampler OFF

When sampler is ON
Purge 10
Fill 20
Meas 10
Delay 2
Constituents
Moisture ON
Atro OFF
Log OFF
Constituent 2 OFF
Log OFF
Constituent 3 OFF
Log OFF
Temperature OFF
Constants
Moisture Constituent 2 Constituent 3
K1 = 1.0 K6 = 1.0 K4 = 1.0
C2 = 0.3 C5 = 1.0 C2 = 1.0
C3 = 0.7
All others 0.0 All others 0.0 All others 0.0

Appendix IV
MCT460 Gauges Dimensional Drawing

Appendix V
Operator Interface Dimensional Drawing for Stand Alone Configuration

Appendix VI
Operator Interface Dimensional Drawing for System Configuration

Appendix VII
Declaration of Conformity
European Standards
Equipment: MCT460 Series Moisture Gauges
The above equipment complies with the following European Directives.
Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 89/336/EEC

Amending Directive 91/263/EEC, 92/31/EEC, 93/68/EEC
Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC

Amending Directive 93/68/EEC
In order to achieve this, the instrument was tested to the following standards:
For EMC
EN55022 Class B. EN61000-3-2 and EN61000-3-3 Generic Emission standard for Residential,
Commercial and Light Industry.
For LVD
EN61010-1 (1993) Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control and
laboratory use-General requirements
Manger Responsable: Ian Johnson
Position: QC Manager
Date: November 1st 2013

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Warranty, Exclusions and Limitations

The workmanship and the materials of all products

Excluded from the warranty coverage are products a) which

The foregoing warranty shall be in lieu of all other warranties,

Unless otherwise agreed in writing by the Corporation, repairs

The liability of PSC to any purchaser or user of its products

Future revisions of the software that correct errors will be made

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Chapter 2. Principal of Operations

Chapter 3. Gauge Description

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Chapter 4. Gauge Installation

Chapter 5. Power & Cable Connections

Chapter 7. Guide To Gauge Calibration

Chapter 8. Customer Wiring Connections

Chapter 9. Technical Specifications

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1.1. Using this Manual

4) Power & Cable Connections

1.2 About the Gauge

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Chapter 2. Principle of Operation

Figure 1: Inside of an MCT460 gauge

Typical Constituents Include:

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Chapter 3. Gauge Description

3.1. Gauge Components

3.1.1. Light Source

A quartz-halogen light bulb running at reduced voltage generates infrared energy.

3.1.2. Filter Wheel

3.1.3. Filter Wheel Motor

3.1.5. Gauge Electronics

The MCT460 gauge contains the following electronic components:

3.2. Operator Interface Touch Screen

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Figure 2: Home Screen Single Constituent

Figure 3: Home Screen Two Constituents

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Figure 4: Home Screen Three Constituents

Figure 5: Home Screen Four Constituents & Product Temperature

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3.2.1 Grab Sample Averaging

3.2.2 Graphical Trend Screens

Figure 6: Single Constituent Trend Screen

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Figure 7: Multi Constituent Trend Screen

Figure 8: Trend Settings Page

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3.2.3 Changing Product Calibration

Figure 9: Product Selection Menu

3.2.4 User Screen

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Figure 10: User Menu Front Page

3.2.5 Menu Protection Password

Figure 11: Password Entry Page

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3.2.6 Menu Selections

Figure 12: User Menu Page 1