FNIRSI SG-003A Signal Generator

Product Manual

Introduction

This manual provides comprehensive instructions for the FNIRSI SG-003A signal generator, a versatile device capable of active current output, passive current output, voltage output, and PWM signal generation. It features a user-friendly interface with various settings for precise control and measurement.

The device itself is compact, measuring 92mm x 72mm x 30mm, and is powered by a 3000mA large-capacity lithium battery, rechargeable via a Type-C interface (5V). It supports operation in Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and English.

The front panel of the FNIRSI SG-003A features a display screen and a control panel. The control panel includes: SET/ALT button, ESC/OUT button, A/M button, ON/OFF button, FN button, PWM/SINGLE button, and directional arrow buttons (Up, Down, Left, Right) with a central CONVERT/RESET button.

1. Product Parameters

SignalRangePrecisionResolutionMax loadExternal power supply
Active current output0~24mA± (0.1%+0.005)0.01mA750Ω
Passive current output0~24mA± (0.1%+0.005)0.01mA0~30V
Voltage output0~15V± (0.1%+0.005)0.01V
24V circuit0~24mA± (0.1%+0.005)0.01mA
PWM output (frequency)0~20K, 45K, 90K, 180K±2%1Hz
PWM output (duty cycle)0~100±2%1%
Current input0~24mA± (0.1%+0.005)0.01mA
Voltage input0~30V± (0.1%+0.005)0.01V

Key Features:

2. Powered By

The device is powered by a 3000mA large-capacity lithium battery. A battery indicator on the screen visually represents the charge level, showing a full battery as a completely filled bar and a low battery (less than 20%) as a partially filled bar with a warning.

Charging is done via a Type-C USB interface. An indicator light turns on when charging and goes out once the battery is fully charged. The device can be switched on/off using a toggle switch.

The charging port is labeled 'USB' and the power switch has 'OFF' (关) and 'ON' (开) positions, with a 'CHG' (充电) indicator.

3. Wiring Port

The device features four main wiring ports:

The ports are arranged linearly on the device: IN, PWM, OUT, COM.

4. Wiring Diagram

The manual illustrates several common wiring configurations:

① Active current output: voltage output

Connects the device's COM, OUT, PWM, IN terminals to a Meter or PLC. The output is a voltage signal derived from active current output.

② No source output

Connects the device's COM, OUT, PWM, IN terminals to a digital display, PLC, isolation safety grid, or other equipment. This setup provides a passive output (XMT) from a 24V source.

③ 24V loop

Connects the device's COM, OUT, PWM, IN terminals to a Transmitter. This forms a 24V loop circuit.

④ Output: self-supplied

Connects the device's COM, OUT, PWM, IN terminals to a Meter or PLC, with the device providing its own power for the output.

⑤ PWM external supply

Connects the device's COM, OUT, PWM, IN terminals to a Meter or PLC and an External power supply, indicating an external power source for PWM operation.

⑥ Current input; Voltage input

Connects the device's COM, OUT, PWM, IN terminals to a Sensor for current or voltage input measurements.

The device's side view shows the IN, PWM, OUT, and COM ports with their respective functions: COM (Input, output, negative GND of PWM), OUT (output positive), PWM (PWM output terminal), IN (Input positive).

5. Manual Interface

The main interface displays IN Vol, IN mA, and Vol OFF readings. It allows programmable output of 0-15V voltage and 0-24mA current.

5.1 Interface Description

When the FNIRSI SG-003A is not set, there are four main interfaces: manual interface, PWM interface, VC conversion interface, automatic interface, and input waveform interface.

5.2 Button Operation in Non-Setting State

5.3 Manual Interface Button Operation (when the FN button is white)

5.4 Non-Setting Interface Key Operation (FN key pressed simultaneously)

5.5 Custom Setting Parameter Description

5.6 Supplementary Description of Custom Setting Parameters

Percentage of output = (upper limit - lower limit) * 100%

5.7 Pre-set Settings

Preset settings can be switched between active 20mA setting, passive 20mA setting, and 0-15V setting using the ALT key, FN key, or up and down keys. Press the right key to enter the setting item. Press the ESC key or the left key to return to the system settings.

5.8 Description of Preset Setting Parameters

6. Automatic Interface

The automatic interface allows setting for single ascent, single drop, and loop modes. The screen displays IN Vol, IN mA, Vol OFF, and Cycle T values, along with AUTO, OFF, and Shift indicators.

6.1 Automatic Interface Button Operation

6.2 Auto Set (Automatic Setting)

Automatic settings can be accessed via the ALT key, FN key, or by switching between up and down keys to select active 20mA setting, passive 20mA setting, or 0-15V setting. Press the right key to enter the setting item. Press the ESC key or the left key to return to the system settings.

6.3 Automatic Setting Parameter Description

6.4 Supplement to the Description of Automatic Setting Parameters

6.4.1 Single ascending (UP)

The initial value is compared with the end value; the relatively small one is the starting value, and the relatively large one is the end value. The hold will not automatically close when the ascent mode reaches the end value.

6.4.2 Single descending (DO)

In descending mode, the initial value is compared with the end value; the relatively small one is the starting value, and the relatively large one is the end value. When the falling mode reaches the end value, the hold will not automatically close.

7. VC Conversion Interface

The VC conversion interface allows switching voltage to active current, voltage to passive current, and current to voltage. The screen displays IN Vol, IN mA, Act OFF, and VCA CON readings, along with OFF and Shift indicators.

7.1 VC Interface Button Operation

OUT key: Switches voltage conversion to active current. Voltage is converted to passive current. Current is converted to voltage.

7.2 Signal Conversion Setting Parameter Description

7.3 Signal Conversion Setting Parameter Description Supplement

8. PWM Interface

The PWM interface allows setting the output PWM signal, voltage, frequency, and duty cycle. The screen displays IN Vol, OUT Vol, Duty, and Freq readings, along with PWM, OFF, and Shift indicators.

8.1 Button Operation on the PWM Interface (when the FN button is white)

8.2 PWM Interface Button Operation (when the FN button is red)

8.3 PWM Frequency Accuracy Description

The PWM is generated by the internal hardware of the microcontroller. Its accuracy is affected by 72MHz/100. It is also affected by the MOS tube. For optimal accuracy, the set frequency should be divisible by 720,000. If it is not divisible, the accuracy deviation will be greater.

9. Key Operation of System Settings

To enter the system settings, press the FN key to switch its color. When the FN key is red, press the SET key.

The system settings interface displays options such as Outo Set, Sig. Cnv., Custom Set, Other Set, and Presetting.

9.1 Key Operation Instructions of the System Setting Interface

9.2 In the System Settings Interface, Key Operation Instructions for Entering the Next Level of Settings

9.3 Confirm to Modify the Interface Button Operation Instructions

10. Other Settings

10.1 Description of Other Setting Parameters