SKF Multilog On-line System IMx-B
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1. L Figure 3 1 IMx B Terminal Connection Standard Accelerometer The IMx B board along with the corresponding analogue terminal list are shown below SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B 3 1 User Manual Unit Configuration Analogue Inputs ANA 1 16 Analogue Analogue Analogue Analogue input 1 4 input 5 8 input 9 12 input 13 16 Figure 3 2 IMx B I O Board Analogue Inputs Table 3 1 Analogue Terminal List s i a o Ld c 4 Anall Pwr nal2 Pwr The DIP switch settings for connected analogue sensors must be applied according to the table below Table 3 2 DIP Switch Settings for Analogue Sensors Signal Terminal DIP Settings position 123456 Standard accelerometer ICP N C Pwr 100110 Signal Pwr JA Com B Voltage source N C Pwr 000000 Signal A Com B 4 20 mA source N C Pwr 000001 Signal A Signal B B sensor 4 20 mA output 24 V Pwr 100101 Signal A Com B 3 2 SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B User Manual Unit Configuration Digital Inputs Signal Terminal DIP Settings position 123456 Eddy probe 24 V 24 V Pwr 011000 Signal A Com B Voltage powered sensor max 35 mA 24 V Pwr 100100 Signal A Com B 4 20 mA IMx powered Signal Pwr 100101 Signal A N C B N C Not Connected DIP switch setting 1 ON O OFF Digital Inputs The IMx B board along with th2. esigu a inp 7 1 pete Rs 7 1 Interface tete etie n etd ite 7 2 Analogue 7 2 Digital 7 2 Signal Processing tete t een 7 2 Data Processing 7 3 Miscellaneous essere retten 7 3 Quality Control ioa etes 7 3 IMx T Drawings 8 IMx B Unit Dimensions ssseseeeeete 8 1 lanae se bte 8 2 Limited Warranty A SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B User Manual 1 Introduction Important Messages The following messages are important information which require special care in order to have a safe and reliable IMx B system T messages instructions and information in this manual must be carefully followed Otherwise harm might occur to equipment and or personnel A Important messages instructions and information in this manual must be carefully followed Otherwise harm might occur to equipment and or personnel A IMx B unit contains circuit boards that are static sensitive Therefore use appropriate precautions to prevent ElectroStatic Discharge ESD when handling circuit boards A Make sure that IMx B is installed in an environment within its specification A Lightning strikes power surges and other electrical anomalies can damage IMx B device A Important messages related to power supply The IMx B is
3. A Important RS232 connector is used only when the required basic network configuration setup is being done Therefore the cable should not be connected to RS232 connector at any other time SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B 3 9 User Manual Unit Configuration IMx B Time Table 3 11 RS232 Connector Pinout RS232 Connector Pinout N C Not Connected Null modem cable wiring 2 2 ED GEM 5 5 9 pin D sub 9 pin D sub female female Figure 3 8 Null Modem Cable Wiring IMx B Time IMx B has a backup power capacitor which will keep the time for at least a month if IMx B is disconnected from a power inlet To correct or set IMx B time use one of the following methods e Automatic time synchronization This method is preferable since IMx B will continuously synchronize the time with the computer that has ptitude Observer Monitor running IMx B uses a built in function NTP in Windows for time synchronization In order to activate time synchronization refer to Time Synchronization chapter in the ptitude Observer Installation Manual e Manual set time Use Set time function in ptitude Observer application 3 10 SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B User Manual Unit Configuration Router Setup for IMx B In ptitude Observer the function is found under a tab menu called On line then IMx MasCon devices interface Router Setup for IMx B The Router comes from the factory with the d
4. SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B User Manual Part No 32293200 EN Revision C AWARNING Read this manual before using this product Failure to follow the instructions and safety precautions in this manual can result in serious injury damage to the product or incorrect readings Keep this manual in a safe location for future reference Copyright 2015 by SKF USA Inc All rights reserved 5271 Viewridge Court San Diego CA 92123 1841 USA Telephone 858 496 3400 Fax 858 496 3531 Customer Service 1 800 523 7514 SKF USA Inc SKF is a registered trademark of the SKF Group All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners SKF 2015 The contents of this publication are the copyright of the publisher and may not be reproduced even extracts unless prior written permission is granted Every care has been taken to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this publication but no liability can be accepted for any loss or damage whether direct indirect or consequential arising out of the use of the information contained herein SKF reserves the right to alter any part of this publication without prior notice Patents US 4 768 380 e US 5 633 811 US 5 679 900 US 5 845 230 US 5 852 351 e US 5 854 553 US 5 854 994 US 5 870 699 US 5 907 491 US 5 992 237 US 6 006 164 e US 6 124 692 US 6 138 078 US 6 199 422 US 6 202 491 US 6 275 781 US 6 301 514 e US 6 437
5. Signal Terminal Pulse 12 24 V external power RS485 Communication The IMx B board along with the corresponding RS485 terminal list are shown below Digital input Digital input DIP21 1 4 5 8 RS485 Figure 3 4 IMx B 1 0 Board RS485 Table 3 6 RS485 Terminal List Twisted pair shielded cable shall be used A Important Connect the shield at only one end to avoid ground loops SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B 3 5 User Manual Unit Configuration Relays and Dig Input Buffered Output The cable connection should be done according to the following Table 3 7 Cable Connection RS485 Equipment RS485 A Out If the IMx B unit is at the end or beginning of the RS485 Bus activate the built in termination resistor by setting DIP21 switch number 2 to ON DIP21 can be accessed after the front panel has been taken off It is located below DIG 3 DIP switch DIP21 has four switches in total of which only switch number 2 has working functionality Table 3 8 DIP21 Switch Number 2 Functionality DIP21 switch number 2 Termination resistor enabled OFF Termination resistor disabled Modbus protocol is used for RS485 communication IMx B can be configured as master or slave For more information regarding RS485 Modbus refer to Modbus for IMx amp MasCon16 User Manual Relays and Dig Input Buffered Output The sensor 1 0 terminals along with the corresponding re
6. and or components The computer provided by Buyer must meet the requirements stipulated by SKF Criteria 2 SKF or its authorized service representative has installed the On line System or has audited the installation and commissioned the On line System On line Systems are defined as systems consisting of Multilog On line System IMx Multilog Condition Monitoring Unit s CMU Multilog Local Monitoring Unit s LMU and any B sensing or input devices the interconnect cabling between the sensing or input devices and the Multilog On line System IMx Multilog Condition Monitoring Unit s CMU Multilog Local Monitoring Unit s LMU and the cabling between the Multilog On line System IMx Multilog Condition Monitoring Unit CMU Multilog Local Monitoring Unit LMU and the proprietary SKF communications interface with C the host computer FIVE YEAR WARRANTY Products warranted for five 5 years by SKF are as follows special seismic sensors LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY Products covered under this Limited Lifetime D Warranty as set forth below are as follows Subject to the terms herein SKF will provide a Limited Lifetime Warranty for the products specified above sold by SKF USA Inc after April 15 2014 Under the Limited Lifetime Warranty those products shall at the time of shipment be free from defects in material and workmanship If any of these products fail to meet the terms
7. 3 12 SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B User Manual Unit Configuration Router Setup for IMx B cx C WINDOWS system32 cmd exe lo x Reply from 192 168 2 1 2 time lt ims TTL 64 Reply from 192 168 2 1 bytes 32 time ims TTL 64 Reply from 192 168 2 1 byte 2 time lt ims TTL 64 Reply from 192 168 2 1 bytes 32 time lt ims TTL 64 ics for 192 168 2 1 Sent 4 Received 4 L B loss Approximate round trip times in milli seconds Minimum Bms Maximum ims Average Gms C Documents and Settings jonas gt ping 192 168 2 1 Pinging 192 168 2 1 with 32 bytes of data Reply from 168 2 1 bytes 32 time lt ims TTL 64 Reply from 168 2 1 i TTL 64 Reply from 168 2 1 i TTL 64 Reply from 168 2 1 bytes 32 time lt ims TTL 64 Ping statistics for 192 168 2 1 Packets Sent 4 Received 4 Lost loss Approximate round trip times in milli seconds Minimum ms Maximum Average ms C Documents and Settings jonas gt Figure 3 10 Ping the Router e To log in to the router open Internet Explorer and enter 192 168 2 1 in the search box The Router Login displays e Enter adm for the Username and 123456 for the Password Figure 3 11 Router Login e When the Router application opens click Sync Time SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B 3 13 User Manual Unit Configuration Router Setup for IMx B bn ma WeLOoTec Figure 3 12 Sync Time Button Th
8. 692 US 6 489 884 US 6 513 386 US 6 633 822 US 6 789 025 US 6 792 360 e US 7 103 511 US 7 697 492 WO 2003 048714 Product Support Contact Information Product Support To request a Return Authorization Product Calibration or a Product Support Plan use the web page links for direct contact and support Product Sales For information on purchasing condition monitoring products services or customer support contact your local SKF sales office General Product Information For general product information i e product data sheet accessories catalog etc visit the Condition Monitoring Products page on SKF com and select the appropriate product link Technical Support Group Discuss review issues of specific interest with maintenance and reliability specialists from around the world at the SKF Knowledge Centre For technical support on issues like troubleshooting product installation troubleshooting product performance etc use our technical support web page to contact one of our Technical Support Groups Product Registration Please take a moment to register your product at www skf com cm register to receive exclusive benefits offered only to our registered customers including receiving technical support tracking your proof of ownership and staying informed about upgrades and special offers Please visit our website for more details on these benefits Tell us how we re doing It s imp
9. Does the terminal block have the expected voltage level see sensor sensitivity and the current actual value of the measured object YES The sensor and cabling are probably Ok If the actual value is still not perceived to be normal then the fault is probably in the channel settings or there is a hardware fault in the IMx B unit Continue below NO Continue to step 5 Check through the current settings for the channel in question in the software and DIP switch settings Determine the amplification zero level and the conversion to the user s unit Furthermore the cable check must be off If this still does not produce the correct actual value then the input card is probably damaged Contact SKF Condition Monitoring Center Lule The cable or the sensor is probably damaged Test the cabling by disconnecting at the sensor end and connecting a battery such as a 1 5 V battery Does the input now measure the voltage YES The sensor is probably not functioning correctly However first check that the channel is correctly configured according to the terminating resistor In the list of terminal blocks it can be determined whether the channel in question has a terminating resistor for current circuit Check that this corresponds in reality and that it corresponds to the sensor s mode of operation SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B 6 5 User Manual Troubleshooting Guide Component Check NO The cabling is probably damaged Contin
10. Unit Dimensions Lui Figure 8 1 IMx B Unit Dimensions in mm SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B 8 1 User Manual Terminal List Table 8 1 Terminal List YSTEM OUT Dag SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B User Manual Appendix A Limited Warranty SKF USA Inc Limited Warranty WARRANTY Subject to the terms and conditions contained herein SKF warrants to the Buyer that for the warranty period indicated below the products sold by SKF that are listed below the Products when properly installed maintained and operated will be free from defects in material and workmanship and shall be fit for the ordinary purposes for which the Products are designed BUYER S LIMITED REMEDIES This limited warranty defines SKF s sole and exclusive liability and Buyer s sole and exclusive remedy for any claim arising out of or related to any alleged deficiency in any Product sold by SKF even if such claim is based on tort including negligence or strict liability breach of contract or any other legal theory If the Product does not conform to this limited warranty Buyer must notify SKF or SKF s authorized service representative within thirty 30 days of discovery of the nonconformity provided however that SKF shall not be liable for any claim for which notice is received by SKF more than thirty 30 days following the expiration of the applicable warranty period for the Product Upon receipt of timely no
11. close to the open circuit voltage 24 V YES There is a break in the cable or the sensor is damaged Continue to step 10 NO If the voltage appears to be neither within the normal working range close to zero nor close to open circuit voltage then the fault is an unusual one First check that the measurement was correctly carried out and then contact SKF Condition Monitoring Center Lule Remaining faults can be due to a damaged sensor or a damaged IMx B input First disconnect one pole of the sensor cable and measure the open circuit voltage to verify whether the open circuit voltage is normal If it is normal then the fault is probably in the sensor otherwise the fault is in IMx B Disconnect the connector from the sensor and short circuit the pins in the sensor contact and then remeasure the voltage on the IMx B terminal block Did the voltage sink to close to zero 0 5 V YES There is an internal break in the sensor or the contact is oxidized First try cleaning the contact before replacing the sensor NO There is a break in the cable Repair the cabling Checking sensor and sensor cabling for analogue channels from application side 1 Determine the unit number and channel number of the channel in question through the measurement point information in the software or through the list of terminal blocks Measure the DC voltage between the sensor cable poles on the IMx B terminal block using a digital voltmeter
12. on traction motors gearboxes and axle boxes with wires leading in to the IMx B IMx B is a part of the SKF Multilog On line System product range In conjunction with SKF ptitude Observer the IMx B provides a complete system for early fault detection and prevention automatic advice for correcting existing or impending conditions and advanced condition based maintenance to improve machine reliability availability and performance GPRS Router 7 SKF ptitude Observer Observer Client Monitor SKF ptitude Observer Client PC DB SKF Gplitude Observer Client Figure 1 1 System Overview IMx B with ptitude Observer The picture above illustrates how IMx B units are linked together in a network that is connected via a GPRS and SKF ptitude Observer Monitor The ptitude Observer Monitor in turn can be connected to e g a LAN network making it possible for several of ptitude Observer clients to link to this network ptitude Observer clients can also be installed on the same computer as ptitude Observer Monitor Service login software Through a general interface also known as ODBC open database connectivity it is possible to link ptitude Observer Monitor login SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B User Manual Introduction IMx B Unit computer to an existing database for an existing control or processing system if desired It is also possible to connect different types of on line units in the same network for examp
13. powered by 24 V DC Do NOT apply higher voltage Make sure that the power is disconnected before the installation 24 V DC cable must be properly fixed with a cable gland to prevent the cord from strain twist or move See Cable Glands section as well High voltage power may exist in the same proximity of IMx B User caution to avoid contact with any voltage source For permanently connected an external all pole power switch is recommended to be installed in order to disconnect the IMx B from the mains power grid The switch must be labeled IMx B or similar On Off position must be clearly marked The switch must be located close to the IMx B within operator s easy reach SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B 1 1 User Manual Introduction System Overview A DIP switch settings must be handled with special care to prevent any damage to IMx B unit e Do NOT change DIP switch settings while the IMx B unit is powered up as this may cause damage and void warranty Before powering up the IMx B unit make sure that DIP switch settings are properly set to match the recommendations for the connected sensors Incorrect settings may cause permanent damage to the IMx B unit A The power of IMx B unit must be turned off before maintenance System Overview IMx B is a bogie condition monitoring system that transmits data to an office server wirelessly Temperature and vibration sensors or other type of sensors can be placed
14. 120 dB Signal to noise ratio 90 dB Cross talk rejection 100 dB Accuracy amplitude 2 up to 20 kHz 5 20 to 40 kHz Accuracy phase 3 up to 100 Hz Digital Measurement Frequency range 0 1 Hz to 12 5 kHz Required pulse width gt 4 us for electrical positive gt 40 us for electrical negative Accuracy frequency 0 05 of measurement value typically 0 01 up to 2 5 kHz Pulse counting Signal Processing Time waveform Vector analysis with circular alarms FFT 100 to 6 400 lines SKF s four enveloping bands Integration Differentiation in frequency domain Window function Hanning SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B User Manual Technical Data Data Processing e Customer formulated mathematical equations e Dynamic alarm levels active range determined on multiple parameters e Data storage on time event or alarm condition e Data buffering in flash memory when communication link is down e Detection of sensor and cable fault e Watchdog and self testing Data Processing e 64 MB RAM for data processing from serial number gt 12000 Miscellaneous e Calibration traceable to BIPM e CE certified according to EN61000 6 4 and EN61000 6 2 e Railway bogie mounted electronics according to standard EN50155 e Support 61850 Quality Control SKF Condition Monitoring Center Lulea is ISO 9001 2008 certified SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B 7 3 User Manual 8 IMx T Drawings IMx B
15. Possible causes e Cable fault short circuit break to sensor e Faulty sensor e Faulty earthing e Incorrect setting in hardware e Faulty IMx B input Suggested solution e Carry out control of sensor and cabling Load input gives faulty no input signal Possible causes e Cable fault short circuit break to sensor e Faulty sensor signal e Faulty earthing e Faulty IMx B load input e Incorrect setting in software Suggested solution e The load input acts as an analogue input Therefore first carry out cabling input test Contact SKF Condition Monitoring Center Lulea if this gives no result SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B User Manual Troubleshooting Guide Problems and Symptoms IMx B alarm relay driver does not activate despite of warning or alarm Possible causes e Cabling fault from IMx B to alarm relay e Configuration error in software e Hardware fault in IMx B unit Suggested solution e Check the relay signal Monitor ceases to work with a certain IMx B unit Possible causes e Loss of voltage in IMx B unit e Hardware fault in IMx B unit such as power supply or processor module e Break in Ethernet network Suggested solution e Check the voltage of IMx B unit In addition check the Ethernet built in LED indicator behavior e f the problem continues you may also refer to Application Note Testing and troubleshooting IMx network connections in Application notes which is accessible at the top
16. RANTIES ON BEHALF OF SKF THE FOREGOING LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMERS OF LIABILITY SHALL BE MADE APPLICABLE TO THE SALE OF ANY PRODUCT BY SKF TO THE FURTHEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW The exclusive remedies provided in this limited warranty shall not be deemed to have failed of their essential purpose so long as SKF is willing and able to perform to the extent and in the manner prescribed in this limited warranty SKF MICROLOG and MULTILOG are registered trademarks of the SKF Group CM F0001 EN Revision X March 2015 SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B User Manual Index D dimensions 7 1 E electrostatic discharge ESD prevention 2 1 environmental 7 1 H hardware maintenance 4 1 l important messages 1 1 installation 2 1 P problems 6 1 S special care 1 1 symptoms 6 1 T technical data 7 1 environmental 7 1 temperature range 7 1 troubleshooting guide 6 1 W weight 7 1 SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B User Manual Index 1
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18. cations or lack of it 9 mportant After checking Modbus always disconnect the serial cable 6 8 SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B User Manual 7 Technical Data Environmental e Size H x W x 0 200 x 400 x 120 mm 7 8 x 15 7 x 4 7 in e Weight 6 5 kg 14 3 lbs e rating IP 66 e Temperature range 40 to 70 C 40 to 160 F e Maximum altitude 2 000 m 6 561 7 ft Power Supply e 24V DC 20 to 28 V DC e Power consumption 30 W Analogue Inputs e 16 Analogue differential inputs e Individual 24 V power supply maximum 35 mA per channel e Selectable standard accelerometer power supply 4 mA e Input range 25 V e Impedance 5100 Digital Inputs e Fight digital opto isolated inputs e Four channels with individual 24 V power supply maximum 30 mA per channel Outputs e Four relay driver outputs e One system relay output SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B 7 1 User Manual Technica Interface Data Interface Ethernet 10 100 Mbit RJ45 TCP IP switch functionality RS232 service interface 2 port Ethernet network switch possible for daisy chaining RS485 GPRS Router Analogue Measurement 24 bit AD conversion enabling continuous transient capture no gain or AC DC switching necessary 16 channels with true simultaneous sampling no multiplexing Simultaneous sampling of different channels with different sampling rates Frequency range from DC to 40 kHz Dynamic range
19. e Dialup Dialog opens You will enter the Access Point Name APN and the Access Number unique for each SIM card supplier Figure 3 13 Dialup Dialog e Enter the APN and the Access Number according to SIM card supplier If you know the supplier name and country you can look up this information at link http www hw group com products HWg Ares HWg Ares_ GSM sensors en html or http www hw group com index_en html or use a popular search engine such as Google to search for APN and lt name of your operator gt 3 14 SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B User Manual Unit Configuration Router Setup for IMx B Click Apply Check the yellow light on the router When the yellow light turns off you know your router is connected to the Internet You can start the Serial interface and check that your IMx is connected to the server See the last line in the messages shown below Number iiras L iPI ikER 1 iL Hea as ir r EES ESS TIEE D ITI 2 Le LE 1 213 88 15 Loe IFTmuk startups Maton 15 assing nteriche Tecboeologita TEF atack wi 1959 by Inet beet ALL Peete trmerper Pareri Epaorri Preparaj i iprarface Leitiaiicing Irherrar Init driver mg cid 0 soaring far data mgro C culate Jrarcad ar 82 Startad F E 1 tput cask started eh
20. e corresponding digital terminal list are shown below DIG 1 4 EI i Tm 4 m _ 19997 51 n Digital input Digital input 1 4 5 8 RS485 Figure 3 3 IMx B 1 0 Board Digital Inputs SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B 3 3 User Manual Unit Configuration Digital Inputs Table 3 3 Digital Terminal List Digital inputs 1 to 4 Dig1 to Dig4 are configurable via DIP settings The DIP settings must be applied according to the table below Table 3 4 DIP Switch Setting for Digital Sensors Signal Terminal DIP Settings position 1234 Tacho 2 wire A 1010 24 V internally powered B N C 0 Tacho 3 wire NPN Brown 24 V A 0100 24 V internally powered Black Signal B Blue 0 V 0 Tacho 3 wire PNP Brown 24V A 1010 24 V internally powered Black Signal B Blue OV 0 Pulse 12 24 V A 0100 external power B N C 0 Pulse TTL N C A 1010 external power B 0 N C Not Connected DIP switch setting 1 ON O OFF Digital inputs 5 to 8 0195 to Dig8 are non configurable and sensor power is from external source trigger level 12 to 24 V They are only used for external signals which are within trigger level 12 to 24 V and square wave signals 3 4 SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B User Manual Unit Configuration RS485 Communication Table 3 5 Digital Inputs 5 to 8 Terminal List
21. e machine rotating If this produces no result check the cable The entire chain from cable to input can be tested by linking a signal generator with a suitable frequency and amplitude at the sensor end However note that IMx B normally supplies power to a sensor as shown in the equipment list which is why a coupling capacitor must then be connected in series to avoid ruining the signal generator Checking relay signal 1 Determine the unit number of the alarming channel through the software measurement point setting and though the list of terminal blocks Carefully check to see if the relay output caused to trip the machines Measure the voltage between the alarm relay poles Has the relay been activated voltage approximately 12 V YES The fault is in the cabling or output connections from IMx B SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B User Manual Troubleshooting Guide Component Check NO Check the software configuration for measurement point settings to find out whether the channel in question is allowed to activate the alarm relay If this is not the case then change the setting Contact SKF Condition Monitoring Center Lulea if the channel is permitted to activate the relay but does not do 50 Checking monitor 1 Check first whether the ptitude Observer Monitor PC is functioning as it should be Try restarting the computer if there is any doubt as to the status of the Gptitude Observer Monitor Check a
22. e oct Tapat task mimrted rosaunectimgy te 013 90 098 111 1041 m xlid or meio Egeabecped server Figure 3 14 Serial interface SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B 3 15 User Manual 4 Hardware Maintenance The IMx B hardware that is the IMx B unit is virtually maintenance free However we advise the customers to do a yearly visual inspection of the equipment SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B 4 1 User Manual 5 Electrical Waste Electrical waste and electrical equipment should be recycled according to the WEEE directive and not be placed in the general refuse Product should be sent to an approved recycling center for safe recycling recovery reuse or sent to SKF Condition Monitoring Center AB for proper recycling SKF Condition Monitoring Center AB Aurorum 30 977 75 Lulea Sweden SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B 5 1 User Manual 6 Troubleshooting Guide This Troubleshooting Guide is intended as an aid when IMx B system is not functioning correctly It is designed for instrumentation engineers and others with sufficient knowledge of electrical troubleshooting in electronic systems and of the risks that this can mean in case of incorrect procedure SKF Condition Monitoring Center Lule strives to provide information that is as accurate as possible However SKF Condition Monitoring Center Lulea cannot be held responsible for any injury or damage to persons or material that can occur i
23. efault IP address 192 168 2 1 and subnet mask 255 255 255 0 Insert the Subscriber Identity Module SIM card into the small hatch at the top of the router Loosen the screw on the cover of the hatch to open it Place the SIM card in the SIM card pocket Replace the cover of the hatch and tighten the screw Attach an Ethernet cable to the IMx switch and to the computer Set the IP address of the computer which shall be used for setting up the router for communicating with the IMx B to match the settings above for example 192 168 2 10 and 255 255 255 0 Then set the IMx B network with the serial cable and online device configurator to have 192 168 2 11 and 255 255 255 0 The computer for configuration the IMx and the router shall now be on the same network SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B 3 11 User Manual Unit Configuration Router Setup for IMx B Create IMx MasCon16 Config Dad Device type IMx Configure by Software Y Device number 1 v m Network options Obtain an IP address automatically Use the following IP address IP Number 192 2 ES Subnet mask 255 255 255 Gateway 192 168 2 Observer Monitor IP 213 88 243 113 Observer Monitor Port 050 Ethernet Factory Defaults Figure 3 9 Create IMx MasCon16 Config Dialog e Use cmd exe to ping the IMx and the router from the computer
24. icular purpose E SKF USA Inc s sole obligations under this Limited Lifetime Warranty are set forth in paragraphs A and B and SKF USA Inc s liability under this Limited Lifetime Warranty shall not exceed the purchase price of the product plus any shipping and handling charges that SKF USA Inc may be obligated to pay pursuant to paragraph B F IN NO EVENT SHALL SKF USA INC LIABLE OR OBLIGATED TO THE BUYER OR ANY OTHER PERSON FOR SPECIAL EXEMPLARY PUNITIVE INCIDENTAL DIRECT INDIRECT GENERAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING BY WAY OF EXAMPLE ONLY LOST PROFITS OR SAVINGS LOSS OF BUSINESS OR LOSS OF USE OR ANY OTHER LOSS COST OR EXPENSE IN CONNECTION WITH THE PRODUCTS REGARDLESS OF WHETHER OR NOT ANY OF THE FOREGOING WERE FORESEEABLE OR THAT SKF USA INC WAS ADVISED AS TO THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES LOSS COST OR EXPENSE G The Limited Lifetime Warranty applies solely to the original Buyer and is non transferrable OTHER SKF PRODUCTS Any SKF product supplied hereunder but not covered by this limited warranty shall be either covered by the applicable SKF limited warranty then in place for such product or if no such warranty exists shall be covered by the 90 day warranty stated above THIRD PARTY PRODUCT WARRANTIES For any third party products sold to Buyer by SKF SKF will transfer to Buyer any warranties made by the applicable third party product vendor to the extent such warr
25. ilure e Individual conditions for alert and danger may be set for each measurement point e Alert and danger levels may be controlled by machine speed or load However it is also possible to manually bypass the alert and danger functionality Initiating IMx B Initiating the IMx B is simple to carry out e This is done through an application ptitude On line Device Configurator application tool and a portable computer using RS232 serial interface e The network configuration parameters such as IP address IMx identification number etc are stored in a separate configuration file first and then transferred to the IMx B memory These are retained in the event of power losses so that the IMx B can start automatically when power returns 1 4 SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B User Manual 2 Installation The installation of an IMx B must be carried out according to the instructions and advice given in this manual Any deviation from these directions can be made only after consulting with the SKF Condition Monitoring Center Lulea Installation errors can lead to a situation where the system does not work as intended and machinery faults go undetected Therefore contact the IMx B application engineer at the slightest doubt during the installation Note Installation errors which require the involvement of SKF Condition Monitoring Center Luled personnel in order to rectify the start of the system might be debited Safety and Req
26. lay terminal list are shown below Relays Figure 3 5 IMx B I O Board Relays 3 6 SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B User Manual Unit Configuration Relays and Dig Input Buffered Output Table 3 9 Relay Terminal List igi In Buf Output Software Controlled Drivers Each IMx B has four software controlled relay driver outputs labeled as 0191 OUT through Dig4 OUT see Relay terminal list above These relay driver outputs can be connected to relays as shown in the figure below B External Relay External Power Supply Figure 3 6 Relay Driver Output Connections Note that terminals Dig 12V are not used System Relay Driver Output The relay driver output labeled SYSTEM OUT can be connected and used as an external system alarm indicator This is a system fault relay that is hardware controlled by watchdog and cannot be configured by software The system relay output is always activated when system is Ok A Important Dig 12 V shall not be used SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B 3 7 User Manual Unit Configuration Network Configuration Input Buffered Output Furthermore each IMx B 16 has one output labeled as Dig1 In Buf Output 0191 input buffered output as shown in Relay Terminal List table above e 191 In Buf Output copies and buffers the signal from digital channel 1 labeled as Dig1 A B refer to the Digital Inputs section under Unit Configuration chapter e This out
27. le IMx B together with other IMx units IMx B Unit r Figure 1 2 SKF Multilog On line System IMx B Outside xu NU x Figure 1 3 SKF Multilog On line System IMx B Inside IMx B e Up to 16 analogue channels e Upto 8 digital sensors where 4 of the digital input channels are configurable for standard trigger sensors specified in Digital Inputs and 4 channels for square pulses with trigger level 12 to 24 V SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B 1 3 User Manual Introduction IMx B Unit Storage Capacity Each IMx B unit has 8 MB flash memory used for the following e 2 MB for firmware configuration files etc e 2 for trend value buffer About 13 000 vibration trend values can be buffered Speed and process data use half the space of vibration e 4 MB for spectra and time signal buffer About 250 spectra using 1 600 lines with phase and time signal can be buffered f you use more lines the number of spectrum is reduced f you use less lines the number of spectrum is increased e When the buffer gets full the oldest data is thrown away IMx B Unique Features e Built in GPRS Router e 66 stainless steel box e Meets standard requirements of EN 50155 for railway bogie mounted electronics e The unit s unique built in hardware auto diagnosis system continuously checks all sensors cabling and electronics for any faults signal interruption short circuits or power fa
28. lso that the Ethernet network is functioning and that the Observer Monitor computer can write to the server disk Check that the GPRS connection with the network and sensors is working Checking Modbus sensor 1 2 Connect a serial cable to the RS232 connector Start ptitude Observer On line Device Configurator located in the ptitude Observer directory Click Start serial interface On the Serial interface screen enter the COM port number and type in the word modbus in the command box Statistics on communication and the contents of the import registers will appear on the screen The statistics are Frame errors short and long Checksum errors The number of messages sent The number of messages received The number of timeouts of requests A properly working Modbus communication should exhibit increasing sent and received messages but not exhibit significant increase of errors or timeouts In case of errors or timeouts check that all of the following are correctly installed Physical connections of RS485 cable wires are done correctly Transmission characteristics are defined correctly The Modbus Master Slave pair address is entered correctly RS485 termination is done correctly SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B 6 7 User Manual Troubleshooting Guide Component Check 8 This process of checking Modbus sensor can be done several times during the test to diagnose the communi
29. n the interpretation of or due to actions taken on the basis of information in this document Important The guarantee becomes void if IMx B units are damaged through incorrect intervention in the hardware or a patently incorrect connection in contravention of directions given Problems and Symptoms Sensor signal disappears or is abnormally changed for single channels Possible causes Broken sensor cable Short circuit in sensor cable Sensor fault Hardware fault with IMx B input stage Grounding loop Suggested solution Carry out sensor cable test A sensor repeatedly generates a false alarm or varies abnormally Possible causes Broken sensor cable contact Incorrectly mounted sensor Hardware fault with IMx B input stage Signal disturbed by external noise Grounding loop SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B User Manual Troubleshooting Guide Problems and Symptoms Suggested solution e First carry out sensor cable test In addition check the sensor mounting If this yields no result contact SKF Condition Monitoring Center Lulea Speed signal unobtainable faulty for a certain machine Possible causes e Cable fault short circuit broken to speed sensor e Faulty speed sensor or faulty installation e Speed signal too weak impedance too high for IMx B e Faulty IMx B speed input e Incorrect setting in hardware Suggested solution e Test speed input Analogue input gives faulty no signal
30. nalogue input section of the IMx B unit Contact SKF Condition Monitoring Center Lulea for service and further information NO Sensor fault The sensor is defective and must be replaced Is the voltage close to zero typical 0 5 V YES There is probably a short circuit in the cable or the sensor is defective First verify that the voltage rises to normal open circuit voltage when one of the sensor cable poles is disconnected from the terminal block of the IMx B unit NO Continue to step 9 Did the voltage rise to normal open circuit voltage YES Continue to step 8 NO The sensor is not receiving power continue below Is the sensor a standard type YES These are powered internally from the IMx B unit If the IMx B unit does not supply open circuit voltage with input open then the IMx B input is probably damaged or the input is not configured to supply a power feed to the sensor Verify the DIP switching If DIP switching is not the problem contact SKF Condition Monitoring Center Lulea The fault is in the sensor cable or the sensor Disconnect the cable Reconnect the cable on the IMx B terminal block and again measure the voltage over these two poles Does the short circuit remain YES The sensor cable or contact has a short circuit Repair the cabling SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B User Manual Troubleshooting Guide Component Check 10 NO The sensor is defective Replace the sensor Is the voltage
31. nting are marked on the back of the box in each corner Also at this time drill the holes for the cable glands needed and mount them e Once the holes are drilled make sure to clean up all the metal debris within the box e Mount the box and make sure that it is firmly attached and properly sealed It is important not to affect IP classification of 66 e The mounting location shall not be exposed to unnecessary radiant heat or strong magnetic fields e Now set all the electronic parts back in the IMx B stainless steel box A Important Remove all the electronic parts within the IMx B stainless steel box before drilling the holes A Important Make sure that there is no metal debris in the IMx B stainless steel box before mounting the unit Sensor Cables When routing a sensor cable it is important that the cable is firmly fixed The cable may never be allowed to vibrate or oscillate since this effects the capacitance of the cable and thereby the measurement result The sensor cable may not be routed or bundled together with supply cables because it generates strong magnetic fields A Important In general all cables must be routed as far away as possible from the high voltage cables If this cannot be done care should be taken to use high quality shielded cables To connect IMx B to sensors the following sensor cable type is recommended e Shielded twisted pair 2 x 2 x 0 5 mm FKAR PG 2 x 2 x 0 50 DUE 4002 o
32. of this Limited Lifetime Warranty during the life of such products SKF USA Inc in its sole discretion will repair replace or exchange the products for the same model if the necessary components for the products are still available to SKF USA Inc on a commercially reasonable basis SKF USA Inc will not provide a Limited Lifetime Warranty on products damaged by accident abuse misuse neglect improper installation problems with electrical power natural disaster or by any unauthorized disassembly repair or modification Upon receipt of any product covered by the Limited Lifetime Warranty SKF USA Inc will pay all shipping charges to send the repaired replaced or exchanged product to the original point of shipment SKF USA Inc reserves the right to decline repair or replacement if no fault is found in the product For any warranty claim the original Buyer must provide SKF USA Inc with the applicable model and serial numbers the date of purchase the nature of the problem and proof of purchase SKF USA Inc in its sole discretion will determine if the Buyer must return the product covered under this warranty to SKF USA Inc The express warranty set forth in the Limited Lifetime Warranty is in lieu of A 2 SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B User Manual and excludes any and all other warranties express or implied including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a part
33. onsumable or expendable items Shaft Alignment Systems TKSA 60 and TKSA 80 including hand held computer measuring units and accessories TWO YEAR WARRANTY Products warranted for two 2 years by SKF are as follows all standard Eddy Probes Eddy Probe Drivers and Eddy Probe Extension Cables all Multilog On line Systems DMx all Wireless Machine Condition Sensors and all M800A and VM600 Machinery Monitoring Systems For all On line Systems that have satisfied Criteria 1 and 2 below the warranty period shall be either thirty 30 months from the date the On line System is shipped by SKF to Buyer two 2 years from the date the On line System is SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B User Manual A 1 installed and commissioned by SKF or two 2 years from the date on which the installation of the On line System has been audited and commissioned by SKF or its authorized service standard seismic sensors of the CMSS 2XXX and CMSS 7XX series accelerometers and velocity transducers as marked and published in the SKF Vibration Sensor Catalogue representative whichever period ends first A Criteria 1 Devices used with a Multilog On line System IMx Multilog Condition Monitoring Unit CMU Multilog Local Monitoring Unit LMU including but not limited to the sensing device the interconnect cabling junction boxes if any and the communications interface must consist only of SKF supplied or SKF approved devices
34. ortant that you re satisfied with the quality of our product user manuals We appreciate your feedback if you have comments or suggestions for improvement please tell us how we re doing 111615jg Table of Contents Introduction 1 Important 55 1 1 System DVETVIEW aaa 1 2 IMx B Unit AG ena alan ME 1 3 Installation 2 Safety and 2 1 Mounting IMx B Unit essere 2 2 Sensor Cables etre R 2 2 Cable Glands 2 3 Power Supply seen 2 3 Communication Cable 2 3 Data Communication aaa 2 3 GPRS ROUGE xc dice he edad tee 2 4 Ethernet Cable io eerie e n 2 4 Unit Configuration 3 Analogue Inputs 3 1 Digital Inputs s eerte tte e 3 3 RS485 Communication essere 3 5 Relays and Dig Input Buffered Output 3 6 Network Configuration 3 8 TMG es rtr eene 3 10 Router Setup for 3 11 Hardware Maintenance 4 Electrical Waste 5 Troubleshooting Guide 6 Problems and Symptoms 6 1 Component Check 6 4 Technical Data 7 Environmental dd 7 1 PawercSupply s sse A tese Re 7 1 SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B User Manual TOC 1 TOC 2 Analogue 7 1
35. peration to SKF in the course of SKF s review of any warranty claim including by way of example only Buyer s providing to SKF any and all information as to service operating history mounting wiring or re lubrication of SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B User Manual A 3 the Product which is the subject of the Buyer s warranty claim EXCEPT WARRANTY OF TITLE AND FOR THE WARRANTIES EXPRESSLY SET FORTH IN HEREIN IT IS UNDERSTOOD AND AGREED THAT A SKF MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY REPRESENTATION OR INDEMNIFICATION EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR NON INFRINGEMENT B INNO EVENT SHALL SKF BE LIABLE OR OBLIGATED FOR SPECIAL EXEMPLARY PUNITIVE INCIDENTAL DIRECT INDIRECT GENERAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING BY WAY OF EXAMPLE ONLY LOST PROFITS OR SAVINGS LOSS OF BUSINESS OR LOSS OF USE OR ANY OTHER LOSS COST OR EXPENSE IN CONNECTION WITH THE PRODUCTS AND RELATED SERVICES IF ANY PROVIDED BY SKF AND THIS DISCLAIMER SHALL EXTEND AS WELL TO ANY LIABILITY FOR NONPERFORMANCE CAUSED BY SKF S GROSS OR ORDINARY NEGLIGENCE AND IN ALL CASES REGARDLESS OF WHETHER OR NOT ANY OF THE FOREGOING WERE FORESEEABLE OR THAT SKF WAS ADVISED AS TO THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES LOSS COST OR EXPENSE AND C NO PERSON HAS BEEN AUTHORIZED BY SKF TO MAKE ANY FURTHER OR CONTRARY INDEMNITIES REPRESENTATIONS OR WAR
36. put can be used as two wire tachometer in other IMx card e 191 In Buf Output is located in last two pins in the relay terminal block e You may connect these into other IMx digital channels 1 to 4 using the scheme of two wire tacho including the DIP switch position In such a case connect Dig1 In Buf Output into the other IMx digital channel pin A and connect GND into the other IMx digital channel pin B Network Configuration Each IMx B unit must have an identity number between 1 and 255 unique to the database to which it is connected It also requires network settings and the IP number and port number of the ptitude Observer Monitor to which it should be connected Keep in mind that most of the time all IMx B units are on the same network and database therefore units cannot have the same IP address or the same unit ID The network configuration is done through On line Device Configurator application tool which is a part of SKF ptitude Monitoring Suite For detailed information refer to the Gptitude Observer On line Device Configurator User Manual There are two ways to configure a network and ID configuration e Software is configured by the software via On line Device Configurator e By Hardware Switches is done by configuring HEX rotary switches manually By Hardware Switches If you have decided to configure the network manually by hardware the following conditions must be fulfilled e The factory default config
37. r corresponding 2 2 SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B User Manual Installation Cable Glands Cable Glands The sensor cable shields are recommended to be grounded to IMx B unit with metallic EMC type cable glands with 360 degree shield This is recommended for all cable lead through except the power supply It is also recommended to have EMC protective hose for cable glands A Important All cable glands must be made of material with fire protection V 1 or better Power Supply In order to attach 24 V DC power supply IMx B must be installed on a grounded metal part for example a bogie frame The attachment points must be fixed in a secure way A Important Make sure that the power is turned off before touching the power cable Figure 2 1 24 V DC Power Supply Terminals Refer to Power Supply in Technical Data section for power requirements Communication Cable If the GPRS Router is bypassed then it is recommended to use S FTP screened shielded twisted pair Ethernet cable CAT5 6 The shield should be grounded with EMC cable gland Data Communication IMx B unit data communications are compliant with the Ethernet standard 10 100 Mbit half and full duplex IMx B has two Ethernet ports which work like an internal network switch SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B 2 3 User Manual Installation GPRS Router GPRS Router IMx B has a built in GPRS Router for communication from IMx B to a server
38. right hand corner of News in Observer screen of ptitude Observer Monitor completely ceases to function Possible causes e Monitor PC non functional e Monitor software incorrectly set e Ethernet switch non functional e Cable break in Ethernet network e Firewall configuration incorrect e Database non functional Suggested solution e Refer to Checking monitor in Component Check of this chapter SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B 6 3 User Manual Troubleshooting Guide Component Check Component Check Checking sensor and sensor cabling for analogue channels J Determine the unit number and channel number of the channel in question through the measurement point information in the software and through the list of terminal blocks Measure the DC voltage between the sensor wires on the IMx B terminal block using a digital voltmeter See the table below for the normal voltage values with and without a connected sensor respectively Table 6 1 Normal Voltage Sensor type ee operating bias voltage Open circuit voltage DC V DC V Standard accelerometer 8to 12V Is the voltage within the normal working range YES The cabling to the sensor is probably Ok and the sensor electronics have normal input impedance If the sensor signal is still not perceived to be normal one should try changing the sensor NO Continue to step 5 Does the fault remain after changing the sensor YES The fault may be in the a
39. tification from Buyer SKF may at its sole option modify repair replace the Product or reimburse Buyer for any payment made by Buyer to SKF for the purchase price of the Product with such reimbursement being pro rated over the warranty period WARRANTY PERIOD Except as expressly provided below the warranty period for each Product shall commence on the date the Product is shipped by SKF to Buyer 90 DAY WARRANTY Products warranted for ninety 90 days by SKF are as follows cable assemblies MARLIN QuickConnect MQC magnetic temperature probes and all refurbished equipment ONE YEAR WARRANTY Products warranted for one 1 year by SKF are as follows all Microlog products and accessories all Microlog Inspector applications including hand held computers all MARLIN data managers MDM all MARLIN Condition Detectors MCD all Wireless Machine Condition Detectors WMCD all Multilog On line Systems IMx all Multilog Condition Monitoring Units CMU TMU Multilog Local Monitoring Units LMU all Multilog Wireless Monitoring Units WMx Multilog On line System Wireless Vibration Transmitter ISA100 all Wireless Monitoring Systems V T all Vibration PenPlus all Machine Condition Advisors MCA all Machine Condition Indicators MCI all transmitters all Monitor Interface Modules MIM all Machine Condition Transmitters MCT all MicroVibes and Custom Products with the prefix of CMCP with the exception of any c
40. ue to step 6 Cable is probably damaged However first try disconnecting one of the poles on the cable from the IMx B terminal block If the voltage is Ok then the fault is in the IMx B unit input stage Otherwise the cable is damaged and needs to be repaired Does the fault remain after replacing the sensor YES The fault can be in the analogue input part of the IMx B unit Contact SKF Condition Monitoring Center Lulea NO It is a sensor fault Replace the sensor Checking speed input T Determine the unit number and speed input of the channel in question through the software measurement point setting and through the list of terminal blocks Measure the signal on the IMx B terminal block using an oscilloscope or similar Make sure to use a potential free oscilloscope Is there an expected speed signal on the IMx B terminal block YES The signal can be too weak or at too high impedance for the IMx B speed input to be triggered Sufficient voltage amplitude peak to peak is shown in the electrical specifications If the signal level is sufficient then the IMx B input is defective or the software is incorrectly configured Check the settings in the program for the unit number and input number of the speed measurement point Contact SKF Condition Monitoring Center Lulea for consultation NO The cable is damaged or the sensor is not sending the correct output signal Check that the installation of the sensor is correct is th
41. uirements It is important to assess and evaluate the current site for safety instructions and stipulations During the installation work make oneself acquainted with the valid safety stipulations for the specific machine Different types of machines can have different safety hazards and safety instructions In all cases read the instructions carefully and act accordingly PAN IMx B unit contains circuit boards that are static sensitive Therefore use appropriate precautions to prevent ElectroStatic Discharge ESD when handling circuit boards The following are some of the ways to prevent ESD e Use an ESD wrist strap when handling circuit boards e Use a grounding mat when handling circuit boards e Use correct packaging materials such as antistatic bags when transferring circuit boards A Important IMx B unit contains circuit boards that are static sensitive Therefore use appropriate precautions to prevent ElectroStatic Discharge ESD when handling circuit boards The ambient temperature is found in the Error Reference source not found section under Technical Data SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B 2 1 User Manual Installation Mounting IMx B Unit Mounting IMx B Unit Follow these steps to mount the IMx B unit e First remove all the electronic parts within the IMx B stainless steel box e The IMx B stainless steel box can be attached to the bogie with four screws The necessary holes to be made for the mou
42. uration TCP IP address is 10 0 0 1XY e The first three parts of the IP address must be set at Create IMx MasCon16 Config screen via On line Device Configurator e But the last part of the IP address will be set by the HEX rotary switches on the IMx B unit For example 10 0 0 1XY where XY will be driven by HEX rotary switches e These last two digits will also form the unit ID e The HEX rotary switches are located on the front panel right hand side marked as HEX1 and HEX2 above Ethernet connectors SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B User Manual Unit Configuration Network Configuration 199997919777 2EREBRREBRERRREER HERES dii EH E ie RS232 Connector HEX HEX2 Figure 3 7 HEX Rotary Switches e The HEX rotary switches have to be set manually with a small screwdriver Table 3 10 TP IP Address Unit ID When Configured by HEX Rotary Switches TCP IP address Unit ID HEX1 x10 HEX2 x1 Software defined 0 0 01 0 1 02 0 2 4 4 99 9 9 Factory default configuration TCP IP address 10 0 0 1XY Configurator RS232 Interface RS232 interface is used only when the required basic network configuration setup is being done The RS232 connector is located on the right hand side of IMx B front panel labeled as DSUB1 Use a serial null modem cable with a 9 pin D SUB connector It is recommended to use a short length cable for RS232 interface in order to maintain full communication speed
43. which may be located in a place away from the vehicle Ethernet Cable The Ethernet TP cable on the IMx B is connected at one of the standard Ethernet RJ45 connections Both Ethernet ports have auto detection of crossover or straight through Ethernet cable connection Basically IMx B has a built in 2 port Ethernet switch It is possible to connect several IMx B units in a daisy chain with up to 8 units in a single cable layout There are two LEDs on the RJ45 connector e Yellow LED is the Ethernet traffic indicator which flickers whenever there is traffic on the network e Green LED is the Ethernet link indicator which lights up when the system is correctly connected to another network device SKF Multilog On Line System IMx B User Manual 3 Unit Configuration A Important Do NOT change DIP switch settings while the IMx B unit is powered up as this may cause damage and void warranty A Important Before powering up the IMx B unit make sure that DIP switch settings are properly set to match the recommendations for the connected sensors Incorrect settings may cause permanent damage to the IMx B unit and the sensors Analogue Inputs The figure below shows the screw terminal connections for the IMx B A Important It is strongly recommended that the sensor shield shall be connected solely to the end of the IMx B unit to avoid ground loops IMx B Sensor Analog in Al Chi Al_Chi Al_Ch1
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