1. Pre configuration ........................................................................................................................

3
2. Keys: ...........................................................................................................................................4
2.1. Key System..............................................................................................................................4
2.2. Connectors ..............................................................................................................................5
3. Power Supply OUTPUT (J102): .....................................................................................................6
4. 10V Reference .............................................................................................................................7
5. Load Cell (J104) ...........................................................................................................................7
5.1. Load Cell Connection ...............................................................................................................7
5.2. Load Cell Phase .......................................................................................................................8
5.3. Shunt Calibration ....................................................................................................................8
5.3.1. Shunt Call Button ................................................................................................................8
5.3.2. Remote control Shunt Call (J103) .........................................................................................9
5.3.3. Remote control Shunt Call circuit .........................................................................................9
6. Bridge Excitation Readout (J102) ..............................................................................................10
7. OUTPUTS ..................................................................................................................................11
7.1. Feedback Output (J103).........................................................................................................12
7.1.1. Feedback SETUP ................................................................................................................13
7.2. X1, X2, X5, X10 readout (J105) ...............................................................................................14
7.3. Expanded Output (J103) ........................................................................................................15
7.3.1. Low Pass Filter AND Jumper Selection ...............................................................................15
7.3.2. Jumper Selector for X1, X2, X5 or X10 ................................................................................16
7.3.3. X1, X2, X5, X10 Zero and Gain Adjustment .........................................................................17
8. Monitor FRONT CONNECTION ...................................................................................................17
9. SETTING UP INPUT FOR OTHER TRANSDUCERS:.........................................................................18
9.1. LDT .......................................................................................................................................18
9.1.1. Connection for Common ground Output: ...........................................................................19
9.1.2. Connection for DLT with Differential Output: .....................................................................20
9.1.3. Connection for DLT that requires ±15V power Supply:........................................................20
9.1.4. Important observation: .....................................................................................................21
9.2. Pressure Transducer ..............................................................................................................21
9.2.1. Pressure Transducer connection ........................................................................................22
9.3. Pressure Transducer with ZERO offset ...................................................................................23
9.3.1. Adjusting the ZERO Circuit ZERO ........................................................................................23
• ZERO schematics .......................................................................................................................23
• Standard Configuration ............................................................................................................23
• Configuring Offset for the Transducer .......................................................................................24
• Handling Negative Offset ..........................................................................................................24
9.4. Delta Pressure (Small Area / Large Area) ..............................................................................25
9.5. Accelerometer .......................................................................................................................25
9.6. 6 wires Load Cell ...................................................................................................................25
10. Calibration ............................................................................................................................25
10.1. CMRR adjust for AD625. ....................................................................................................25
10.2. R Gain ...............................................................................................................................26
10.3. Main Zero..........................................................................................................................28
10.4. Main Gain .........................................................................................................................28
10.5. X1, X2, X5, X10 adjust. .......................................................................................................28
11. BUS .......................................................................................................................................28
12. CONNECTORS map ................................................................................................................28
13. POTS map .............................................................................................................................28
14. JUMPER map.........................................................................................................................28
15. Internal Auxiliary connection ................................................................................................28
INSTRUCTIONS DC Signal Conditioner
V: 2023-09-21

1. Pre configura.on
The Gardner Systems DC Signal Conditioner comes pre-calibrated with default factory settings, which
are as follows:

The Gardner Systems DC Signal Conditioner is delivered pre-calibrated with factory settings:
1. Transducer Type: Load cell
2. Excitation: 100% (equivalent to 10V)
3. Zero: Based on the ideal transducer
4. Gain: 500
5. Output with Low Pass Filter: x10

NOTE: Adjust the EXCITATION and ZERO for each individual load cell. Adjust the gain if the load
cell's sensitivity deviates from 2mV/V or if a different transducer type is used.
Modifications to the signal conditioner board will be required in the following cases:

1. Use of an expanded output with low pass filter different from X10
2. Connection of accelerometers
3. Connection of pressure sensors
4. Connection of delta pressure sensors
5. Activating feedback output.
6. Specific other scenarios

Make sure to follow the adjustment instructions correctly to ensure the proper functioning of the signal
conditioner and the accuracy of the measurements. If you have any questions or need technical support,
please contact our customer service.
2. Keys:
The module has connections on the bottom part, for power supply (+15V and -15V), 10V ref, and to
route signal from one module to another depending on the usage.

- The module contains connections at its base for power supply (+15V and -15V), 10V reference, and
signal routing.
- There are up to 6 connectors: 3 on the top and 3 at the bottom. All connectors are keyed to prevent
incorrect connections.

2.1. Key System

DC Signal
Conditioner

BOTTOM SIDE UPPER SIDE

J104; ∩ ∩ ∩ ⊂ J103;

J105; ∩ ⊃ ⊃ ∩ J102;

J106; optional ∩ ∪ J101 N.A.

2.2. Connectors
3. Power Supply OUTPUT (J102):
• Source: +15V and -15V from the BUS connector.
• J102 can power a sensor requiring ±15V and allows monitoring of ±15V.
4. 10V Reference
• Source: BUS connector from the power supply module.

5. Load Cell (J104)

5.1. Load Cell Connec.on

Connect your load cell here.
5.2. Load Cell Phase
Two jumpers invert the Load Cell phase. Rotate jumpers 90 degrees to change the phase.

5.3. Shunt Calibra.on

• Shunt Call Button: Press to calibrate.
• Remote control Shunt Call (J103): Use a 24V signal (e.g., from a PLC) for shunt calibration.

5.3.1. Shunt Call BuNon

• Shunt Call Button: Press to calibrate.

5.3.2. Remote control Shunt Call (J103)

• Remote control Shunt Call (J103): Use a 24V signal (e.g., from a PLC) for shunt calibration.

5.3.3. Remote control Shunt Call circuit

6. Bridge Excita.on Readout (J102)
Measure and monitor bridge excitation here.
7. OUTPUTS
The module has several outputs:
• FeedBack_Out
• x1_Readout
• x2_Readout
• x5_Readout
• x10_Readout
• Expanded_Out
7.1. Feedback Output (J103)
The output of the AD625 features a one-pole Low Pass Filter with a 1.5kHz frequency. After
filtering, this signal could be directed to the servo board to serve as feedback.
It can be used as x1 readout without the low pass filter.

Here where this signal come from:

7.1.1. Feedback SETUP
In case the signal of the module is going to be used as Feedback Loop on a servo system, this signal
needs to be feed to the BUS.

This signal is directed to the servo controller feedback input.

• Jumper JP102 (Feedback Out) must be IN

• Jumper JP110 (Feedback Bypass) must be OUT

7.2. X1, X2, X5, X10 readout (J105)
Subsequently, this signal passes through the amplifier set to have X2, X5, and X10 ranges.
You can have all signals available simultaneously on the connector J105
7.3. Expanded Output (J103)
You can use a jumper to select one (X1, X2, X5 or x10) GO TRU a a three-pole Sallen-Key LOW
PASS filter with a 1kHz frequency, and be available on the CONECTOR J102 "Expanded_Out"

7.3.1. Low Pass Filter AND Jumper Selec.on

7.3.2. Jumper Selector for X1, X2, X5 or X10
7.3.3. X1, X2, X5, X10 Zero and Gain Adjustment

8. Monitor FRONT CONNECTION

Monitor various signals here.
9. SETTING UP INPUT FOR OTHER TRANSDUCERS:

9.1. LDT
1. Power Supply Configuration:
• The power supply designated for the LDT can either be +15V or ±15V.

2. Adjusting the Transducer Input:

• The input for the transducer is located at J104.
• To switch pin #1 from "Excitation" to "+15V", perform the following:
• CUT jumper SJP101.
• SHORT jumper SJP102.
• Note: In upcoming board versions, these will be replaced with removable jumpers for
easier configuration.

3. Setting the Gain:

• Ensure the gain for the AD625 is set to 1.
• This is done by removing RG.
• Note: In upcoming board versions, these will be replaced with removable jumpers for
easier configuration.
9.1.1. Connec.on for Common ground Output:
9.1.2. Connec.on for DLT with Differen.al Output:

9.1.3. Connec.on for DLT that requires ±15V power Supply:

9.1.4. Important observa.on:
è Some LDT may require a 100Ω resistor in series with output.

9.2. Pressure Transducer

Configuring Pressure Transducer Connections

Setting up and modifying a pressure transducer follows same procedure for the DLT, in section 9.1

4. Transducer Compatibility:
• The module is designed to interface with both pressure transducers that have a common
ground output and those with a differential output.
5. Power Supply Configuration:
• The power supply designated for the LDT can either be +15V or ±15V.
6. Adjusting the Transducer Input:
• The input for the transducer is located at J104.
• To switch pin #1 from "Excitation" to "+15V", perform the following:
• CUT jumper SJP101.
• SHORT jumper SJP102.
• Note: In upcoming board versions, these will be replaced with removable jumpers for
easier configuration.
7. Setting the Gain:
• Ensure the gain for the AD625 is set to 1.
• This is done by removing RG.
• Note: In upcoming board versions, these will be replaced with removable jumpers for
easier configuration.
9.2.1. Pressure Transducer connec.on
9.3. Pressure Transducer with ZERO offset
Certain pressure transducers, like some models from Barksdale, exhibit an offset voltage even at 0 PSI.
Here's an illustration:
• At 0 psi: The output is 0.5V
• At full-scale psi: The output is 5.5V

Given this characteristic, there's a setup to accurately adjust the ZERO:

9.3.1. Adjus.ng the ZERO Circuit ZERO

• ZERO schema.cs

• Standard Configura.on
- The ZERO circuit utilizes the 10Vref.
- Through the combination of OP AMP U103, potentiometer P124, and resistor R117, it provides a
ZERO adjustment range of ±10% (equivalent to ±1V).
• Configuring Offset for the Transducer
- Remove jumper SJP110 and enable jumper SJP109.
- This configuration directs the ZERO control to the negative input of the AD625.
- Enable jumper SJP104.
- With this setup, P124 will adjust the desired offset for the transducer, effectively setting the ZERO
by adjusting this offset.

• Handling Nega.ve Offset

- If you require a negative offset, do not enable SJP104.
- Instead, activate jumper SJP103.
9.4. Delta Pressure (Small Area / Large Area)
WORK IN PROGRESS

9.5. Accelerometer
WORK IN PROGRESS

9.6. 6 wires Load Cell

WORK IN PROGRESS

10. Calibra.on

10.1. CMRR adjust for AD625.

WORK IN PROGRESS
10.2. R Gain
R Gain is the resistor that sets the gain on. The AD625.

R Gain is the resistor that sets the gain on. The AD625.

This is the Gain Formula:

𝑖𝑓 𝑅112 = 𝑅110 = 𝑅𝑓

2 ∗ 𝑅𝑓
𝑅𝐺101 =
𝐺𝑎𝑖𝑛 − 1

𝑅𝑓
𝐺𝑎𝑖𝑛 = 2 ∗ +1
𝑅𝐺101

• As R𝑓= 20kΩ
• Default Gain = 500
2 ∗ 20,000Ω
𝑅𝐺101 = 𝟖𝟎. 𝟏𝟔Ω =
500 − 1

Closest commercial value: 80,6 ohms.

10.2.1. R Gain Cheat Sheet
Rf Gain R Gain Commercial
Value
20.000 Ω x1 none none
20.000 Ω x 1,5 80.000 Ω 80,6 kΩ
20.000 Ω x2 40.000 Ω 40,2 kΩ
20.000 Ω x5 10.000 Ω 10,0 kΩ
20.000 Ω x 10 4.444 Ω 4,42 kΩ
20.000 Ω x 20 2.105 Ω 2,10 kΩ
20.000 Ω x 50 816 Ω 825 Ω
20.000 Ω x 100 404,04 Ω 402 Ω
20.000 Ω x 200 201,01 Ω 200 Ω
20.000 Ω x 250 160,64 Ω 158 Ω
20.000 Ω x 500 80,16 Ω 80,6 Ω
20.000 Ω x 1000 40,04 Ω 40,2 Ω

10.2.2. RG101 loca.on

10.3. Main Zero
WORK IN PROGRESS

10.4. Main Gain

WORK IN PROGRESS

10.5. X1, X2, X5, X10 adjust.

WORK IN PROGRESS

11. BUS
12. CONNECTORS map
13. POTS map
14. JUMPER map
15. Internal Auxiliary connec.on