How to calibrate the PAXCDL10 analog output card.

06 Jun 2025

PLEASE NOTE:

Recalibration should only be performed if necessary and only by qualified technicians using appropriate calibration equipment. 

APPLICABLE PRODUCTS 

PAXCDL10  

 

PRE-REQUISITES

  • For all calibrations, allow the panel meter to warm up for 30 minutes minimum and follow the manufacturer's warm-up recommendations for the calibration source and measuring device.
  • Calibration of this meter requires a signal source with accuracy of 0.01% or better and an external meter with an accuracy of 0.005% or better. 

 

IN THIS ARTICLE

  • PAXCDS10 wiring diagram.
  • Calibrating the unit to correct when the PAXCDL10 option card appears to be indicating an incorrect or inaccurate output, even after troubleshooting with the factory.

 

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PAXCDL10 wiring diagram

 

Before starting, verify that the precision voltmeter (voltage output) or current meter (current output) is connected and ready. Perform the following procedure:

 

1. Use the arrow keys to access menu 9-FCS CODE 48 and press PAR.

2. Use the arrow keys to choose OUT and press PAR.

3. Using the chart below, step through the five selections to be calibrated. At each prompt, use the PAX arrow keys to adjust the external meter display to match the selection being calibrated. When the external reading matches, or if this range is not being calibrated, press PAR.

4. You only need to calibrate the output being used for the application.  

 

SELECTION        EXTERNAL METER          ACTION            

0.00                    0.00                  Adjust if necessary, press PAR 

4.00                    4.00                  Adjust if necessary, press PAR 

20.00                 20.00                 Adjust if necessary, press PAR 

0.00                    0.00                  Adjust if necessary, press PAR

10.00                 10.00                 Adjust if necessary, press PAR 

 

5. When CAL NO appears remove the external meters and press PAR twice to exit. 

 

ADDITIONAL INFO 

Link to PAXCDL10 Product Manual     

PAXCDL Product Manual