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DataVU
Paperless Recorders
Product Brochure
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Overview
DataVU Recorders
Introducing DataVU, our family of recorders. The range includes DataVU 6, an aordable and user friendly
entry level paperless recorder and DataVU 7, an advanced recorder oering a high level of functionality to its
users. The recorders are ideal for use in industrial and scientic processes such as food and beverage, life
science and heat treatment.
DataVU 6
The DataVU 6 paperless recorder features a resistive
touchscreen and an intuitive, icon-based operation and
visualisation concept that makes it very easy to use. There
are dierent versions of the DataVU 6 available for process
data recording. These range from the device version without
measuring input in which up to 24 process values are read
(master) or received (slave) from external systems via
Modbus, through to a device version with six measuring
inputs (universal analogue inputs), two analogue outputs, 12
digital inputs, and 12 individually switchable digital inputs/
outputs. In the version with FDA-compliant data recording all
the requirements are met in accordance with 21 CFR Part
11.
DataVU 6 provides a rst class 5.7” TFT colour display
for viewing data
DataVU 6 has a TFT display for high image quality, this provides excellent
levels of contrast for improved visibility and the 640 x 480 pixel screen
provides sharp denition for images and information to be clearly viewed.
The screen supports wide viewing angles with minimal colour distortions
and loss of contrast making it ideal for use in all industrial environments.
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Features
The DataVU 6 can display data using the default visualisations, such as curve diagram (vertical or
horizontal), bar graph, text image (numerical), or digital diagram. For batch related processes a special
batch recording is available which allows the storage of additional information. In addition, users can create
up to six individual process screens with up to 100 objects per process screen to t their requirements
using the setup program. In addition to the setup program further powerful PC programs are available, e.g.
for the evaluation of archived data and for the administration of access control.
Digital Diagram Text Image
• Up to 6 digital channels in one
group on one screen
• Vertical display (digital tracks
running from top to bottom)
• Horizontal display (digital tracks
running from right to left)
Inputs / Outputs
Option 1, option 2:
3 analogue inputs,
6 digital inputs,
1 analogue output each
Option 3:
12 digital inputs/outputs, incl. 1 high-speed
External Inputs
Up to 24 analogue inputs
Up to 24 binary inputs
Relay Outputs
1 relay (changeover contact)
counting input (up to 12.5 kHz)
• Numerical display of the
measured values from up to 6
analogue channels in one group
• Additional display of up to 6
digital channels in one group as
a symbol B1 to B6
• Analogue channels can be
displayed individually
Report
• Logging of a batch record
• Display of the completed batch
as a report or curve diagram
Power Supply
AC 100...240V +10/-15%,
48...63Hz
AC/DC 20...30V, 48...63Hz
Interface
1 x Ethernet 10/100 Mbits/sec
1x USB host (ash drive)
1x USB device (setup)
1x RS232/RS485
(Modbus master/slave or barcode scanner)
Internal Channels
6 math channels (optional)
6 logic channels (optional)
6 counters/integrators
1 high-speed counter
Operation
Touchscreen (resistive)
Display
14,5 cm (5,7”) TFT colour screen
640 x 480 pixel,
65536 colours
Measurement Data Memory
Internal memory:
1 GByte (data transfer via interface or USB ash drive)
Software
Setup program
PCC, PCA3000
PCS, PCAT
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Overview
DataVU 7
DataVU 7 provides advanced exibility to meet a user’s specic requirements without the need to change
a process to t the recorder. If process requirements are subject to change at a later date then the user
benets from the ease with which modications can be made to the recorder conguration. The recorder is
fully scalable - cards can be added to the recorder, facilitating future expansion.
Reporting can be tailored to provide the exact information needed. The DataVU 7 allows reports to be
created for daily, weekly, monthly and yearly periods. Furthermore if particular data needs to be evaluated
then reports can be created using a custom date range to provide maximum exibility.
Quality problems in production can be
minimised with batch logging.
Batch logging is possible for up to three batches
simultaneously, independently of each other. The
measured data is protected and retained even after a
power interruption, preventing loss of important data.
Batch entry is also possible using a barcode scanner
which is eective in eliminating input errors.
For further customisation a user can create individual
comments against a report or display. Adding reference
information allows greater meaning and relevancy to be
attached to the data being viewed.
Personalise the data presentation screens with
annotated comments.
The Ethernet web server connection for DataVU 7 enables the
simultaneous display of all analogue and digital I/O on a web page.
Additionally it provides the option to view up to four visualisations
for one or more recorders concurrently online.
To aid data being presented in a meaningful way relating to the
specic process, a user can create three dierent customised
html pages for the data to be visualised within. To tailor the
presentation of data to the specic application, the user can create
a personalised process image upon which relatable data can be
viewed This helps to demonstrate the applicability of the data
being shown.
Quad View F11 Full Screen
X
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Features
DataVU 7 is a robust and durable recorder that is ideally
suited to challenging and harsh environments
The recorder can withstand demanding environmental conditions
and meets standards for IP65 ingress protection. It can also
endure abrasive substances in its surroundings as it is easy to
clean, even with aggressive media.
The practical control knob has been designed so that a user can
set up and congure the recorder on the spot even while wearing
protective gloves.
DataVU 7 delivers enhanced security to its users through its
options for password protection. It ensures that the instrument
can only be congured by authorised operating personnel. To
further safeguard data, it is stored in an encrypted form and validated by electronic signatures,
making it compliant with 21CFR PT11.
DataVU 7 provides upper and lower level alarms for analogue inputs. Limits are set and an
alarm is activated if the value falls outside of the set range.
The recorder provides complete peace of mind as it can automatically adjust the recording
speed to provide a comprehensive, clear process picture for analysis if an alarm is triggered.
External Inputs
Up to 24 analogue inputs
Up to 24 binary inputs
Relay Outputs
1 relay (standard)
6 relays (option)
Internal Channels
18 x math channels
18 x logic channels
27 x counters / integrators
Inputs
18 analogue inputs max.
24 binary inputs/outputs max.
(A maximum of 3 module slots can
be tted with 6 analogue inputs or 3
analogue inputs and 8 binary inputs/
outputs)
Power Supply
AC 100...240V +10/-15%,
48...63Hz
AC/DC 20...30V, 48...63Hz
Interface
1 x Ethernet 10/100 Mbits/sec
4 x USB interfaces
1 x RS232/RS485
1 x RS232 (barcode reader)
1 x PROFIBUS-DP (option)
External Memory
CompactFlash card to 4GB
USB memory stick
Measurement Data Memory
256 Mbytes
Operation
Rotary knob or touchpad
Display
5.5” TFT colour display
320 x 240 pixels
256 colours
Software
Set up program
PC Evaluation software (PCA3000)
PCC Communications software
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Additional Modules and Accessories
Set Up Software
Instrument conguration via the setup PC software can be more convenient than using the instrument
keys.
The conguration data can be created on a data medium and read by the recorder, or transferred via
one of the communication interfaces.
Evaluation Software
DataVU works with PC Evaluation Software
(PCA3000), a program which runs under Windows.
It can be used to manage, archive, visualise and
evaluate the recorder data. Data from multiple and
dierently congured instruments is recognised by
the PC Evaluation Software and stored in an archive
database for future evaluation and traceability.
Data from any analogue or binary channels of a
paperless recorder (even from dierent groups) can
subsequently be combined into groups, to enable
data to be easily interrogated. Since each group
is displayed in a separate window, several groups
can be shown simultaneously on the screen and
compared.
To improve the ability to analyse and compare data it is also possible to restrict the time periods to be evaluated.
Using the export lter, it is possible to export the stored data, so that they can be processed in other programs
such as Excel.
The PC Evaluation Software has network capability, enabling several users to obtain data from the same archive
le in a network directory, independently of each other.
Math/Logic
Up to six math channels are possible on DataVU 6 and up to 18 channels on
DataVU 7. The option for math and logic is congurable via the setup software.
It combines analogue channels with one another, with counters and / or with the
binary inputs. The operators available for formulae are: +, -, *, /, (, ), SQRT(),
MIN(), MAX(), SIN(), COS(), TAN(), **, EXP(), ABS(), INT(), FRC(), LOG(), LN(),
humidity, moving average or logics.
*A maximum of six channels on DataVU 6 and 18 channels on DataVU 7
can be saved in the unit in total for both analogue + math.
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Comparison
DataVU Features
HMI
Inputs and
Outputs
Data
DataVU 6
Screen 5.7’’ TFT 5.5’’ TFT
Rotary knob X
Touchscreen
Number of internal channels (max.) 6 18
Number of external channels (max.) 24 24
Digital inputs (max.) 18 24
Relay outputs (max.) 1 7
Analogue outputs (max.) 2 X
Compact Flash X 4GB
Internal Memory 1GB 256MB
Scan rate per second (input) 125mS 125mS
RS232/485 Modbus Option
a
DataVU 7
a
a
X
a a
a a
a a
a
a a
a a
a a
Comms
Other
Functionality
Software
Ethernet
RS232 barcode reader
USB
Probus DP X Option
Counters / Integrators (number of channels) 6 27
Maths (number of channels) 6 18
Batch (number of reports) 1 3
Web server Option
Set up
Evaluation
Communication
Language Capability
Both DataVU 6 and the DataVU 7 come complete with a languages library enabling the user to set the
recorder operation to be read in their preferred language. Current available languages include
Chinese German JapaneseCzech Greek PolishEnglish Hungarian RomanianFrench Italian Russian
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Contact
Telephone: +1 800 866 6659
Fax:
+1 847 782 5223
Address:
1675 Delany Road
Gurnee
IL 60031
USA
E-Mail:
inquiries@west-cs.com
Website:
www.west-cs.com
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Ordering Code
DataVU 6
Software packages
0
Unit without software
package
Setup program, USB
1
cable, PC evaluation
software
Factory defaults
0
1
Customer specic settings
DataVU 7
In- / Outputs Slot 1
None
0
1
3 analogue inputs,
6 digital inputs and
1 analogue output
VU6 1 0 0 01 1 1
Setup
In- / Outputs Slot 2
0
None
3 analogue inputs,
1
6 digital inputs and
1 analogue output
Input Slot 3
0 None
3 Universal inputs
3
and 8 DI/DO
6 Universal inputs
6
6 Relay outputs
Input Slot 1
0 None
3
3 Universal inputs
and 8 DI/DO
6 Universal inputs
6
R
In- / Outputs Slot 3
0
None
12 digital inputs / outputs
1
(individual congurable)
Option 2
0 None
Math and logic module
1
Power supply options
0
110 - 240V
1
20 - 30V AC/DC, 48-63 Hz
Option 1
0 Lithium battery for memory
1 Lithium battery for memory + Math function module
2 Lithium battery for memory + PROFIBUS DP interface
3 Lithium battery for memory + Math function module
+ PROFIBUS DP interface
4 Capacitor for memory buering (1)
5 Capacitor for memory buering + Math function module
6 Capacitor for memory buering + PROFIBUS DP interface
7 Capacitor + Math function module + PROFIBUS DP interface
AC, 48-63 Hz
VU7 3 0 03 1 0
Input Slot 2
0
None
3 Universal inputs
3
and 8 DI/DO
6 Universal inputs
6
Power supply options
0
110 - 240V
1 20 - 30V AC/DC, 48-63 Hz
AC, 48-63 Hz
Option 2
0 None
Stainless steel front
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