Loop Simulator The Loop Simulator Professional simulates the

common analog devices to assist maintenance

Professional personnel and integrators in analog input testing,
troubleshooting and application development.
1. Batteries
The device uses two AA-size Ni-MH rechargeable
batteries. Alkaline batteries can be used with
reduced battery life. Battery
indicator provides estimated
remaining battery capacity.
2. Navigation keys
The universal set of keys
allows menu navigation and
parameter changes.
3. Turn Device On/Off
To turn device ON press Cancel key
once.
To turn Device OFF press and hold
Cancel key until shutdown message
shown, then release Cancel key.
Power icon will be displayed during
countdown.
Analog Input Tester
4-20 mA Two-Wire Device Simulator 4. Reset to Factory Defaults
Turn device power Off
4-20 mA Loop Current Source
0-10 Volt Source Press and hold OK key, then press and release
Cancel key. Hold OK during countdown
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Release OK when prompted.
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5. Output Mode Selection
A specific output type can be selected via on-
screen menus.
In Current 2-Wire and Current Source modes
preconfigured output settings between 4mA and
20mA are available with 1mA or 0.1mA
increments.
Voltage Source mode uses preset values
between 0 and 10V with 1V or 0.1V increments.
6. Step Increment Selection (Firmware revision
2015-050 or higher)
"0.1" or "1.0" steps are selectable under the
Device Options Menu -> Resolution.
7. Calibration Mode allows individual correction
of each integer (xx.0) output point.
To enter the Calibration Mode press OK after
selecting a desired integer output value.
While in Calibration Mode the specific output
can be corrected using up and down keys.
OK will save new values, Cancel will revert to the
original settings.
8. Engineering Unit Scaling allows the simulator
to display output in engineering units along with
raw current and voltage. Independent scaling
units are available for current and voltage modes.
9. Device Options
- Resolution Step selection
- Adjustable Sleep timer with Disable Option
- Adjustable Screen Dim timer
- Adjustable Screen Brightness
10. External Loop Power Considerations
2-Wire Current circuit requires an external loop
power supply (usually 24VDC).
Some sourcing Analog Input modules can provide
loop power as well. Follow the Analog Input
Module specification for a power supply
selection.
In Current Source mode, Loop Simulator will
provide the loop power and voltage signal source
using internal boost converter powered by 2 AA
Alkaline or rechargeable Ni-MH batteries.
Warning: Selecting Current Source or Voltage
Mode with an externally powered loop can
damage simulator.
In Current Source and Two-Wire modes, Loop
Simulator will monitor the externally provided
voltage. If combined loop voltage over 30V is
detected, device will de-activate output signal
and HIGH VOLTAGE message will be displayed.
Pressing Cancel will re-activate device.

SPECIFICATION DISCLAIMER
Current Output 4-20mA Two-Wire Device This device is intended to provide general
4-20mA Current Source assistance with current loop and analog input
Output Range 4mA to 20mA debugging, testing and application development.
Fixed Steps 1mA or 0.1mA increments It should not be permanently used in live
Output Accuracy 1% of full scale at 25C production systems.
Accordingly, production system must be tested
Load Range 0-500 Ohm
and commissioned with calibrated instruments to
Voltage Output 0-10 V Voltage Source ensure safe and reliable operation.
Output Range 0V to 10V
IN NO EVENT SHALL THE DEVICE
Fixed Steps 1V or 0.1V increments MANUFACTURER BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES
Output Accuracy 1% of full scale at 25C OF ANY KIND INCLUDING DIRECT, INDIRECT,
Minimum Load 20kOhm INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, LOSS OF PROFIT
Protection Reverse Polarity OR DAMAGE.
Over-current (El. Fuse) The examples and diagrams in this manual are
Open Wire (Current) included for illustrative purposes only. Because of
Excessive Loop Voltage the many variables and requirements associated
Output Short (Voltage) with any particular installation, the device
Power Supply manufacturer cannot assume responsibility or
liability for actual use based on the examples and
Internal Power Battery 2xAA
diagrams.
Ni-MH or Alkaline Before making any decision or taking any action
2-Wire Current 12-30V DC External Power that might affect your equipment, you should
Temperature range 0-50C consult a qualified professional advisor.
Important: This device is not a calibrator, it
can't be used for Input module, sensor or
instrument calibration.
Do Not Operate Device Unless Area Is
Non-Hazardous