VIBROCONTROL 1100 is a 2 channel microprocessor controlled
machine condition monitor. Vibration velocity transducers or vibration acceleration transducers (accelerometers) are used to sense
the vibrations from a machine.
VIBROCONTROL 1100 is a compact machine monitor. All components, like power supply, connectors, signal conditioners, microprocessor and operator panel are integrated to one splash- proofed
housing.
Figure 1-1:Top view of a VIBROCONTROL 1100 with cover removed
VIBROCONTROL 1100 is complete; there are no options. Three
alarm relays, one OK-relay, two analog outputs, two buffered outputs, remote I/O interface, and signal conditioners are built-in.
There are no jumpers or potentiometers. All functions are completely microprocessor controlled and are configured using the
built-in operator panel or via the remote interface with a computer
or process controller.
The wiring is done through removable terminal strip connectors.
Vibration analyzers or data collectors can be connected to the
buffered outputs without interrupting the monitoring functions.
If accelerometers are used, the Bearing Condition of rolling element bearings can be measured and monitored.
The unit for Bearing Condition is BCU.
Bearing Condition- - -BCU
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Note:
BCU Scaling Factor
Due to the BCU scaling factor, the BCU measuring result can be
multiplied with a factor. This factor is determined with parameter
J19 for channel A and J20 for channel B in the range between 0.1
and 10. Factor 1 displays the measuring result not scaled.
The BCU scaling factor makes it possible to set the measuring
result to a defined inital value in order to compare several
measuring points. The BCU scaling factor is to be employed
preferrably with new bearings.
The selected scaling factor must be considered when setting the
BCU limit value. If for instance the measuring result is divided by
two due to the scaling factor, also the limit value must be divided
by two.
In case of BCU measurements, the measuring result depends on
various factors, e.g. on the place of the pickup installation, on the
type of connection (e.g. tightening torque of the pickup) etc. The
consequence may be different measuring results with identical
machines and the same bearing condition units.
To enable a clear comparison of the single measuring points
(change of the bearing condition over a longer measuring period),
by means of the BCU scaling factor (parameters J19, J20) the
measuring results can be set to the same initial value (desired
value at the beginning of the measurement) for each measuring
point.
Carry out scaling
Input the scaling factor 1 for the respective measuring points.
Acquire the current measuring result.
From the desired BCU initial value and the current measuring
result of the respective measuring point, the BCU scaling factor
J19 or J20 is calculated with the following formula:
J
19 =
desired initial value
current measuring result
After the parameter input of all scaling factors, the re-spective
measuring point must display the desired BCU initial value.
The BCU value may vary depending on the operating conditions of
a machine, for example due to varying loading conditions.
A defective anti-friction element which regulary changes its
position in such a way that the damaged part comes into contact
with the bearing running surface only after several revolutions, will
also cause varying BCU values.
Variations of that kind do not allow the conclusion that the bearing
is damaged.
The measured value can be averaged by means of a filter with
settable time constant (averaging time 10 ... 3600 secs.) in order
that these "variations" (which do not represent the normal
condition of the machine) don't cause an alarm message.
The bigger the selected averaging time
− the more stable the measured value (particularly important for
trend considerations)
− the more delayed the response behaviour of the limit value
monitoring.
The averaging be switched on and off separately for channel A
and channel B (parameters J15 ... J18).
Machine vibrations are sensed by the vibration velocity transducers or accelerometers. Which pickup to use depends on the
application. The following table lists the filters that may be used
with the different measured parameters and pickup types:
* ) Fulfills the requirements of International Standard ISO 2372
Signal Conditioning and Signal Detection Type
The built-in signal conditioners are microprocessor controlled.
Gain factors, filters, and the integrator are set automatically. The
settings are determined by the microprocessor from the
configuration.
The characteristic of vibration velocity transducers is not linear in
the lower frequency range, i.e. with frequencies around 10 Hz.
VIBROCONTROL 1100 corrects this nonlinearity with a built-in
linearization circuit (Standard fo = 8 Hz / the special design fo =
15 Hz is identifield by an adhesive label inside the instruments).
The result is a linear frequency response characteristic for the total
measuring system down to 1 Hz.
The linearization circuit can be activated or deactivated by means
of parameter input (IO6).
Settling Time and Cycle Times
Electronic components like amplifiers, filters, etc. need a certain
amount of time to provide the correct output signal after the input
signal has been switched or changed.
This time is called settling time. Components used to measure low
frequencies have longer settling times than components used to
measure higher frequencies.
VIBROCONTROL 1100
can be configured as a single channel monitor or a 2 channel
monitor.
Single Channel Monitor (Vibration and Bearing Condition)
Operating as a single channel monitor, settling times are not
required, since the vibration signal is not switched from channel A
to channel B. The configuration, filter characteristic and gain, etc.
of the Vibration Signal Conditioner and the Bearing Condition
Detector do not need to be changed; therefore the vibration signal
is measured continuously.
Cycle Time:Built-in Display0.5 s
Alarm level comparison0.25 s
2 Channel Monitor (Vibration)
The vibration signals of channel A and B are switched alternately
(multiplexed) to the Vibration Signal Conditioner.
For each switch between channel A and B, the Vibration Signal
Conditioner is automatically re-configured and settling times are
required.
The total time for one measurement consists of the settling time
and the measurement time. The measurement time is always 3
seconds.
Outside the measuring times, the current display values of the
other channel are frozen, the current measured value, however, is
monitored in intervals of 0.25 seconds.
The following table shows the settling times and the cycle times
(sum of settling and measuring time) for different functions and
setups of the Vibration Signal Conditioner. Different setups can be
used for channel A and B. The total cycle time is the sum of the
cycle times for channel A and B.
Activated FunctionSettling TimeCycle Time
High Pass Filter: 1 Hz1.75 s4.75 s
High Pass Filter: 3 Hz1.00 s4.00 s
High Pass Filter.:10 Hz ISO1.25 s4.25 s
High Pass Filter:Special1.75 s4.25 s
Integrator6.00 s9.00 s
Linearization Circuit:5.75 s8.75 s
If more than one function has been selected, the function with the
longest settling time determines the total settling time.
2 Channel Monitor (Vibration and Bearing Condition)
Since VIBROCONTROL 1100 is equipped with a Bearing Condit-
ion Detector, the measurement of Bearing Condition is independent of the vibration measurement.
The settling time is 2.75 s and the measuring time is 1.25 s.
Each measuring channel has three limit values. Two limit values
for monitoring the vibration level, (lim_1 and lim_2), and one limit
value for Bearing Condition (lim_b). Each limit value can be set
individually.
Each limit value can be set to any value between 10 % and 100 %
of the measuring range. Larger or smaller limit values are not
accepted and will generate an error message
For each limit value an alarm delay time between 1 and 99
seconds can be selected. Limit value exceedance is only
acknowledged if the monitored signal remains above the limit
value for a period of time longer than the selected delay time.
When acknowledged, the event in entered into the 'Log Book', and
if it is configured to do so, the appropriate relay trips
In the 2 channel mode the alarm delay time is related to the
measurement cycle of the appropriate channel. Two cases have to
be considered:
Case 1
The measured value exceeds the limit value and the alarm delay
time is shorter than the remaining measurement time of this cycle.
If the measured value stays above the limit value, the alarm event
is acknowledged after the alarm delay time.
Case 2
The measured value exceeds the limit value and the alarm delay
time is longer than the remaining measurement time of this cycle.
At the end of the measurement cycle, the alarm delay time is
suspended. If the measured value still exceeds the limit value at
the beginning of the next measurement cycle, the alarm delay
time is resumed. This procedure is continued until the end of the
alarm delay time. At this point the alarm event is acknowledged. In
case 2 the alarm delay time is prolonged by the measurement
cycle of the other channel.
All events are stored in a circular buffer using short notation. This
buffer can store up to 99 events.
Events are:
Power Up; limit value exceedance; reset instructions; and internal
errors detected by the self monitoring.
If the Log Book capacity is exceeded, the "oldest" event is deleted
and all stored events are shifted one position, freeing space to
store the new event.
The Log Book can be displayed on the built-in display or read via
the remote interface.
Each Log Book entry begins with an "H", (for History) followed by a
two digit running number and a 'short' notation of the event.
Example:
H03 K1 Lim1 A
Meaning:
H03Label of Log Book entry
K1Relay K1 tripped
Lim1 Abecause limit value lim_1 of channel A has been
exceeded.
The Log Book is deleted every time the VIBROCONTROL 1100 is
powered up. It can also be deleted using the built-in operator panel
or via the serial interface.
Three relays are provided which are activated on alarm exceedance if so programmed.
They are designated as K1, K2, and K3.
Programming the Relays
Relay operation is defined by the setup parameters:
1.Which limit value controls which relay.
2.Latching or Non-Latching Mode.
3.Energized or de-energized Operation.
4.Control a relay by combining several limit values using a
logical OR or AND statement.
Comment to 1.
Limit value exceedances can be configured as single events or
grouped events.
A configuration that is commonly used is, lim_1A and lim_1B control relay K1, and lim_2A and lim_2B control relay K2.
Comment to 2.
Latching Mode
The relay remains latched (tripped) until it is reset using the control
panel, reset switch, or via the remote interface.
Non-Latching Mode
The relay is automatically reset when the measured value drops
below the limit value.
Comment to 3.
This choice depends on the user's philosophy. What is important
though, is preventing a false relay trip if power to the VIBROCONTROL 1100 is disconnected.
Several limit values control one relay. This relay is tripped only if
all limit values are exceeded.
OR
Several limit values control one relay. This relay is tripped if at
least one limit value is exceeded.
Note:
If a measuring channel or a limit value has been set to "not active"
("N") and this limit value is combined with an AND, this logical
condition can never become "true". Therefore the alarm indication
can never be activated.
OK-Monitoring
The OK-Monitoring is used to report malfunctions and/or data
failure of the program and data stores, electric damages or the
failure of the pickup and its connection lines. The monitoring
covers an "External range recording" of the vibration signal. Errors
caused by cable breakage, short circuit or earth fault of the signal
lines are recognized, reported and written into the log book.
Since the OK-Relay is normally energized, the messages are
output in the operating state network ON/OFF.
System messages such as:
– no calibration data in EEprom
– no dialog data in EEprom
will cause an OK-error which can be reset by means of Relay
Reset.
Important:
When an OK error occurs, all limit relays maintain their current
status. After removing the OK error and acknowledging it by
"Relay Reset", they perform their normal function again.
In case of a system error message, e.g.
– calibration data not readable (ER -31)
– no valid calibration data in the EEPROM (ER -37)
a hardware error is present.
This error can only be eliminated by a Schenck service station or
in the parent company.
VIBROCONTROL 1100 accepts vibration velocity transducers or
accelerometers.
In 2 channel operation, pickups of the same type with the same
sensitivity are required.
Accelerometers (passive transducers) are powered by the internal
power supply of VIBROCONTROL 1100.
Outputs
a) Alarm Indication
Alarm level exceedances are indicated by galvanically free relay
contacts.
b) Analog-Outputs
Two separate analog outputs are provided for analog meters or
strip chart recorders. Which measured parameter is supplied on
which analog output is determined during the setup. Each analog
output can be configured for either 0 ... 10 V or 0.4 ... 20 mA.
Remote I/O (Serial Interface)
Up to 205 VIBROCONTROL 1100 can be daisy-chained to one
serial interface of a computer or process controller. Status, Log
Book, and measured values can be read, stored, displayed,
printed, etc.
In addition the configuration of each VIBROCONTROL 1100 can
be confirmed and modified.
accept
a)Vibration Velocity Transducers with a sensi-
tivity of 100 mV/mm/s, fo = 8 Hz, Ri = 4 kΩ
b)Accelerometer with a sensitivity of
100 mV/g (10.2 mV/m/s2 )
(for frequency ranges listed below:)
• Vibration Parameters± 0.5 % of full-scale plus:
± 4.0 % of the meas. value ( 1 Hz... 3 Hz)
± 2.0 % of the meas. value ( 3 Hz... 10 Hz)
± 1.0 % of the meas. value ( 10 Hz... 100 Hz)
± 2.0 % of the meas. value (1000 Hz...10000 Hz)
• Bearing Condition± 6 % of the measured value plus or
± 3.5 % of full-scale, whichever is greater
Frequency Range
3)
The 10 Hz high-pass and 1000 Hz low-pass filters are of the 3.rd
order, and meet the requirements of DIN/ISO 2373, DIN/ISO 3945
and DIN 45 666. All other filters are 2nd order Butterworth filters,
with -1 dB damping at specified corner frequencies.
• Vibration Displacement:10...1000 Hz (v- pickup)
1) VIBROCONTROL 1100 accepts 2 pickups of the same type and sensitivity.
2) The setup is microprocessor controlled via the built-in operator panel or Remote Interface.
3) The respective selection is made software-controlled in dialog mode.
The measuring range depends on the selected pickup type,
measured parameter, and signal detection type. The range is
continuously adjustable within the minimum and maximum values
shown in the table.
Measured Parameters and Signal Detection Type
minmaxminmaxminmax
minmax
aBCU0 ... 10 ... 140
Type of pick-ups:
a = vibration acceleration pick-up
v = vibration velocity pick-up
Measuring Cycles
♦ Single-Channel-Mode
• Vibration Displacement3.0 s
Bearing Condition1.25 s
• Refresh Display0.5 s
Comparison of limit values0.25 s
3) The respective selection is made software-controlled in dialog mode.
4) Ranges between min. and max. are infinitely variable.
Filter with a lower frequency corner of 1 Hz1.75 s
Filter with a lower frequency corner of 3 Hz1.0 s
ISO-Filter with a lower frequency corner of 10 Hz1.25 s
Special Filter1.75 s
Integrator6.0 s
Linearization Circuit5.75 s
• Bearing Condition
Measuring Time per Channel:1.25 s
Setting Time2.75 s
♦ Analog Output
• Number of Outputs 2
(both outputs independently adjustable)
Refresh timeca. alle 0.5 s
Error:U-Output
• Buffered Outputs
Number of Outputs 2Output of the pickup signal of each
3)
0...10 V DC R
(withstands short circuits)
or 0...20 mA Load ≤ 500 Ω
or 4...20 mA Load ≤ 500 Ω
± 1 % of measured value ± 0.1 mV
I-Output
± 2 % of measured value ± 0.2 µA
channel with the correct phase. The
signal is attenuated by a factor of 0.1
Source impedance: ≈ 0 Ω
Max. output current: 4 mA
Resistance: > 10 kΩ
Max. cable length with cable
capacitance of 70 pF/m
(Wire against wire): ≤ 16 m
Resolution: 256 (8 Bit)
≥ 500 Ω
load
3) The respective selection is made software-controlled in dialog mode.
♦ All connections including those for power are inside the hous-
ing.
♦ Feed cables into the housing via feed-through fittings. There
is a total of 3 x PG 13.5 and 9 x PG 9 feed-through fittings; 6
on each side.
The threads are PG9, a standard commonly used in Europe.
Each VIBROCONTROL 1100 comes with two PG9/PG7 adapters. PG9/1/2"-NPT adapters are also available.
Maximum cable size is 1.5 mm2 (16 AWG).
Use flexible cable only.
♦ Cable ends should have crimp ferrules for a proper connecti-
on to the removable terminal strips. Remove (unplug) the
terminal strips during wiring. VIBROCONTROL 1100 groups
the terminal strips in functional blocks (pickups, remote I/O,
relays, etc.) and each is coded to prevent mix-ups.
Use shielded cables to suppress external RF noise. This is
not necessary for power and relay wiring.
Connect all shields to the screw terminals located on top of
both sides of the internal housing (SE).
♦ Run signal cables a minimum of 0.5 m (20 inches) from po-
wer cables. If you must cross a power cable do so at right angles.
By means of steel flexible tubes, protect signal leads from
mechanical damage and electrical interferences.
TE=Technical Earth (Ground)
SE =Shield Earth (Ground)
PE = Protective Earth (Ground)
↓= General Symbol for Reference Level
0VA = Analog Circuits
0VD = Digital Circuits
L =Line Voltage
N= Neutral
DC = Direct Current/Voltage
AC =Alternating Current/Voltage
TD = Transmit Data (RS-232-C)
RD = Receive Data (RS-232-C)
SG = Signal Ground (RS-232-C)
BA = Buffered Output Channel A
BB = Buffered Output Channel B
TE (0VA) and 0VD can be connected at a central point.
Fig. 3 - 1:Top view of a VIBROCONTROL 1100 with cover removed
Important: Safety Procedures
The safety instructions are attached as a separate brochure in
different languages.
The user is responsible for commissioning the VIBROCONTROL
1100 and its placement in the operating environment. Special care
should be taken when installing pickups in hazardous areas.
Apply safety standards properly.
VC 1100 C01/C11230 V AC or 115 V AC
VC 1100 C02/C1224 V DC
115 V AC Wiring230 V AC Wiring
24 V DC Wiring
Fig. 3 - 2 :Supply Voltage Wiring
Coded Terminal strip 19 - 24 cannot be plugged into any other slot
but its own.
Grounding
Connect protective ground of the power cord to the PE terminal
located on top of the internal housing.
This is the central grounding point for the housing. This point (PE)
is connected to TE by a jumper wire between terminal strip 1/2 and
SE. This is the standard configuration.
In special cases, for example if a peripheral instrument is used
with internally grounded inputs, open the connection between PE
and TE by removing this jumper wire.
Please consult the General Grounding Recommendation in this
manual.
Two types of pickups can be connected:
a)Vibration Velocity Transducers
b)Vibration Acceleration Transducers (Accelerometers)
Velocity pickups and accelerometers have different interfaces. The
velocity transducer (Type VS - ...) is an active pickup, i.e. it does
not require a supply voltage. The cable has two conductors and a
shield.
The accelerometer (Type AS - ...) is a passive pickup, i.e. it has a
built-in charge amplifier which requires a supply voltage. VIBROCONTROL 1100 supplies accelerometers with -24 V DC with a
max. current of 30 mA. The cable has of 4 conductors and a
shield.
Fig. 3 - 3 :Connecting Vibration Velocity and Vibration
Standard pickup cable length is 5 m (16 feet). A maximum cable
length of 200 m (600 feet) requires proper installation including
appropriate junction boxes and signal cables.
For more information, please consult the manual for the pickup
used.
Use only galvanically free switches with the Relay-Reset Input to
manually reset latched relays. Latched relays can also be reset via
the operating panel or through the remote interface.
Fig. 3 - 4 :Connection of a galvanically free switch to the
Consider the following if the relay outputs are to be used.
♦ Decide if the relays are to be "normally energized" or "nor-
mally de-energized". Setup parameters (N10, N11, N12)
must be consistent with the wiring.
Refer to the examples on the next page.
♦ If a relay is configured as latching (see parameters N07, N08,
N09) there are three ways to reset it.
With the operating panel; via the remote interface; using the
Relay-Reset Input
To use the Relay-Reset Input, connect a galvanically free
switch to terminals 35 and 36 (see previous page).
♦ If conductive loads are connected, provide appropriate spark
suppression placed as close as possible to the part that would
generate the spark.
Contact Rating: max. 5 A, 220 V AC (Ohmic load)
A spark extinguisher must be installed as close to the
spark generator as possible !
Fig. 3 - 5 :Connecting the-Relays
Figure 3 - 5 shows the contacts in the de-energized position.
The analog outputs are used for example with strip chart recorders
and analog meters. These analog outputs are not galvanically
free, (isolated) and should only be used with instruments that have
galvanically free inputs.
Both analog outputs are independent and of equal design.
Their function depends on how they are configured (see parameters L1, L2, L3, L4).
Example :
Configure analog output 1 for the measured vibration value of
channel B "vib_B" using a 4 ... 20 mA signal.
The setup parameters for channel B are:
− Measured ParameterJ04:v (vibration velocity)
− UnitJ06:mm/s (or ips)s
− Signal DetectionJ08:rms
− Measured TangeJ10:50.0 (or 2.00)
Using this setup, an output signal of 4 mA corresponds to a vibration level of 0 mm/s (0 ips). An output signal of 20 mA corresponds
to a vibration level of 50.0 mm/s (2.00 ips).
Technical Data :
Current Output: 0/4 ... 20 mA Load < 500 Ω
Voltage Output: 0 ... 10 V R
The buffered outputs provide the pickup signals for on site analysis or data collection. The signal is attenuated by a factor of 0.1.
The buffer amplifier strips off the DC part of the pickup signal.
Max. output current Imax:4 mA
Ohmic load R
L
Max. cable length with cable capacity
of 70 pF/m (Wire against wire):≤ 16 m
VIBROCONTROL 1100 has two RS-232C serial interfaces. Hardware handshakes are not required for communication with process
controllers or personal computers (HOST). This reduces the number of cable conductors required.
Cables should be shielded with two twisted pairs. The Remote Interface provides a means to interrogate and modify the configuration as well as obtain the measured values from up to 205 daisychained VIBROCONTROL 1100's.
VIBROCONTROL 1100 can be connected to a HOST in two different ways:
The HOST can control up to 205 daisy-chained VIBROCONTROL
1100's with one serial interface on the HOST.
Each VIBROCONTROL 1100 has a unique address.If a VIBROCONTROL 1100 does not receive it's unique address, it passes
the message to the next unit. If one unit is removed, the daisychain must be closed as shown in figure 10.
For more information, please consult the "Remote I/O" chapter in
this manual.
Fig. 3 - 11:Interfacing a HOST with several VC-1100’s
Use commercially available shielded data transfer cables with two
twisted pairs.
A 16 digit alphanumeric LCD display provides access to the Measured Values, Relay Status, Log Book, and Setup Parameters.
During normal operation the display is dark. The display shown in
the above figure appears after pressing any key. This display - the
main menu - informs the user about the monitor unit, model and
version.
Starting from the main menu, you can access the different function
modes by pressing appropriate keys.
The microprocessor returns to the main menu automatically if a
key is not pressed for 15 minutes, and the display will be turned off
after an additional 15 minutes of inactivity.
During normal operation the display is dark. The main menu will
appear if any key is press.
Press any key.
The main menu appears.
Parameter value
Parameter number
Display Setup Parameters
Pressing this key at this time has no effect, since I01 is the first
parameter.
Step to the next parameter number.
Reach any parameter by pressing either the up or down arrow key.
Press and release the key to go to the next parameter (single
step). Press and hold the key if you want to scroll through the parameter numbers faster. The longer you hold a key down, the
faster the parameter numbers change. The last parameter is P02.
Exit "Display Setup Parameters" mode and return to the main
menu.
Access all modes from the main menu.
Exit a mode and return to the main menu by pressing
If the display is dark, press any key to turn it on.
or
The main menu appears.
Parameter value
Parameter number
Parameter group
Hold the key DOWN, then press key.
A cursor that underlines the parameter group indicates that the parameter group and number can be changed.
Step to the next parameter number using the and keys.
Pressing this key at this time has no effect, since I01 is the first
parameter.
Step to the next parameter number.
Reach any parameter by pressing either the up or down arrow
keys. Press and release the key to go to the next parameter
(single step). Press and hold the key if you want to scroll through
the parameter numbers faster. The longer you hold a key down,
the faster the parameter numbers change.
The last parameter is P02.
Access the change parameter value mode by pressing .
A flashing parameter group indicates change of the parameter
value is allowed.
Change the parameter value using the and keys.
To save the shown parameter value press again. The parameter group no longer flashes. The new parameter value is in ef-
fect upon exiting to the main menu .
or
Step to the next parameter number.
Exit "Change Setup Parameters" and return to the main menu.
The microprocessor will automatically start a consistency check for
the new parameter list. This check will generate an error message
if the parameters are not consistent.
Example:
The following parameters I03 Vibration velocity transducer v
Confirm the error messages by pressing any key. The program will
automatically show the inconsistent parameter.
Correct the error:
Press
Adjust parameter value:
Accept parameter value by pressing
Exit to main menu
.
.
If the setup is consistent, the program returns to the main menu.
If not, the display shows the next error message. Correct this error
and repeat the procedure until the setup is consistent. Find explanations of error messages on pages 15 of this chapter
Escape from the change parameter value mode by pressing .
Indicates:
Parameter value is selectable
Indicates:
Parameter numbermode is
selectable
Press to return to the select parameter number mode.
Quick Reference to the Change Setup Parameters Mode
The start is always made from the main menu.
Enter the "Change Setup Parameters" mode
Select the parameter you want to change.
Access the change parameter value mode
Change the parameter value.
Save the new parameter value.
Change other parameters or press to return to the main me-
nu.If the new setup is consistent, it is accepted and it becomes the
current setup and the main menu appears.
If not, an error message will appear (see previous page).
The consistency check takes about 15 s. During this time the monitoring function is suspended.
Test analog output 1.
Select voltages of 0, 2, 5, or 10 Volt by pressing
Press to exit. Press to go to next test.
Test analog output 1.
Select currents of 0, 4, 12, or 20 mA by pressing
Analog output 2 is tested in the same manner.
Analog Output 2Voltage
S07 0 V
2 V
5 V
10 V
Analog Output 2 Current
S08 0 mA
4 mA
12 mA
20 mA
Press to start the self-test. During the self-test, a count down
from 10 to 0 is displayed. OK will appear on the display if the test
is completed successfully.
The self-test does not suspend the monitoring mode.
VIBROCONTROL 1100 has the ability to perform a selfcalibration. This function requires about 20 minutes. During the
self-calibration the monitoring mode is suspended, a count down is
and displayed from ??? to 0, at which time the display returns to:
Press to exit self-calibration and return to the main menu.
The microprocessor stores events in the Log Book using a short
notation. The Log Book can store up to 99 events. When the 100th
event occurs, the "oldest event" is dropped making room for the
new 100th event. The Log Book events are maintained until an instruction is received to erase all entries.
All Log Book entries start with a "H" (for History) followed by a two
digit running number and a short description of the event. If a relay
trips, the Log Book entry identifies the relay and the cause of the
relay trip.
Example :
Cause
Relay
Entry number
If the event is a logical AND combination of events, the combination is displayed. In this case, the plus sign replaces the AND.
A trip of the OK-Relay generates one of the following Log Book entries:
VIBROCONTROL 1100 automatically checks for setup consistency upon exiting the "Change Setup Parameters" mode. If the setup
is not consistent, an error message is displayed.
The consistency check stops at the first inconsistency detected. It
assumes that the parameter with the lowest number is correct.
Therefore, a parameter other than the one displayed could be the
cause of the inconsistency.
A list of error messages appears on the next page.
Correct parameter specifier
received, but command cannot
be processed because the requested data are not available; e.g.
channel not active
received data not accepted,
because:
a)data is not in the list of
choices.
b)number (INTEGER or
FLOATING POINT) is out of
specified range.
Received unit of the pickup sensitivity (I04) does not correspond to
the selected pickup (e.g. mV/g
and vibration velocity pickup).
The sensitivity (I05) is too large
or too small.
The selected measured parameter (J03/J04) cannot be processedwith the selected pickup (I03);
e.g. vibration acceleration with
vibration velocity pickup.
-61w
The unit (J05/J06) does not
correspond to the measured parameter (J03/J04); e.g. vibration
displacement cannot be measured in g.
-62w
The selected measuring range
(J09/J10; J13/J14) is too small
or too large.
The 2nd column of the above list of error-messages contains the
characters „k“ „r" „!" 2e" and „w". These characters show what
to do if the corresponding error message occurs.
Repeat the command.
k
If VIBROCONTROL 1100 repeats this error-message after several
retries, there is a severe problem and the instrument must be sent
to SCHENCK for repair.
Send VIBROCONTROL 1100 to SCHENCK for repair.
r
This error activates the OK-relay temporarily, because an automa-
!
tic restart is performed.
Sporadic occurrence of this error indicates that external noise ef-
fects the unit. Check installation, especially shielding of cab-les
and grounds.
Permanent occurrence of this error indicates a severe fault. Send
unit to SCHENCK for repair.
Re-do configuration or download consistent setup. If this is not
e
successful, send unit to SCHENCK for repair.
Repeat command using correct data.
VIBROCONTROL 1100 stores its setup parameters in non-volatile
memory. The operating system uses this data to configure the
analog circuits and the software modules. All data is uniquely named. We call this data "Setup Parameters" or simply "Parameters"
and reference them by name. The setup parameter values can easily be changed within predefined ranges, providing a convenient
way to configure the measuring and monitoring system.
VIBROCONTROL 1100 checks the consistency of the setup after
leaving the "Change Setup Parameters" mode. If the setup is inconsistent, the display shows an error messages. The setup must
be corrected since the VIBROCONTROL 1100 will not accept an
inconsistent setup.
Parameter list structure
Parameters are listed in sequence with a complete definition. The
definition describes its function, choices, and range.
The same format is used for all parameters.
Example:
K 01Channel A:Lower Frequency Corner
Choices:1 Hz, 3 Hz, 10 Hz ISO
Function:Select the lower frequency corner for channel A
Group
Number
Title
Parameter specifier
All setup parameters are organized in functional groups. The
"Parameter Specifier" consists of a group and a number within the
group. The first character specifies the group and the two digit
number specifies the individual parameter.
A functional description of the setup parameters for a group consists of text and usually a block diagram. The block diagram shows
one channel only for simplicity.
The following is a list of the symbols that are used in the block
diagrams, and their meaning.
Choises :Y, N
Function :Enable or disable Channel B.
Y = YesChannel B is active
N = NoChannel B is not active
I02 = Y :For measured value acquisition, connect a pickup to
channel B.
I02 = N :Disables all measuring and monitoring functions for
channel B.
I 03Transducers
Choises :a, v
Function :Select transducer type.
I03 = a Use accelerometers.
I03 = v Use vibration velocity transducers.
Use the same pickup type with the same sensitivity for channel A
and B.
I 04Unit
Choises :mV/g, mV/m/s2, mV/ips, mV/mm/s
Function :Define unit of pickup sensitivity.
I04 defines the unit of pickup sensitivity for both channels. If the
unit does not match the pickup type, VIBROCONTROL 1100 generates error-message: -58.
Function:Pickup sensitivity
I05 defines the pickup sensitivity for channel A and B.
VIBROCONTROL 1100 accepts sensitivities within the ranges listed in the following table:
Pickup typeUnitmin. valuemax. value
AccelerometermV/g8.0120
(I03 = a)mV/m/s
2
0.812
Vibration VelocitymV/mm/s15150
(I03 = v)mV/ips3753750
I 06Frequency response linearization
Choises :Y, N
Function :Y = YesFrequency response linearization is
active
N = NoFrequency response linearization is
not active
At a switch-on of the frequency response linearization, the
Schenck vibration velocity pickup supplies an exact measurement
even in low frequency ranges, e.g. measurements below the natural frequency of the pickup(f0 < 8 Hz or f0 < 15 Hz according to the
pickup type).
The standard equipment of the VIBROCONTROL 1100 system
comprises a frequency response linearization for transducer natural frequencies of f0 = 8 Hz. The special design for f0 = 15 Hz is
identified by the adhesive label „moving coil linearization 15 Hz"
which is located on the right side of the printed circuit cover
underneath the grounding bar, after opening the lid.
Group J defines how the incoming vibration signal is processed
and displayed.
The signal processing block diagram shows the function of the
setup parameter and uses the following terms:
Vibration Signal:Output of the vibration transducer.
Measured Parameter :Vibration displacement, Vibration
velocity, Vibration acceleration.
Unit:Unit of the measured parameter.
VIBROCONTROL 1100 uses the
same unit for the limit values
Signal detection type :rms, zero-to-peak calculated (pc),
peak-to-peak calculated (ppc)
Fig. 5 - 3:Parameter Group J, Signal Detection Type
Measuring ranges
The measuring range depends on the selected pickup type, measured parameter, and signal detection type. The range is continuously adjustable within the minimum and maximum values
shown in the table.
rms = Root-mean-square value
pc= Zero-to-peak calculated value
ppc = Peak-to-peak calculated value
J 08Channel B :Signal Setection Type
Choises :rms, pc, ppc
s= Root-mean-square value
pc= Zero-to-peak calculated value
ppc = Peak-to-peak calculated value
J 09Channel A :Full scale (Vibration)
Range:0.200 ... 999
Resolution: 0.200 ... 0.999
1.00... 9.99
10.0... 99.9
100... 999
Function:Define full scale value for the measured vibra-
tion parameter of channel A. You can use different full scale values for channel A and B.
VIBROCONTROL 1100 uses the full scale values to automatically
configure the analog circuits, display functions, monitoring functions, and the analog outputs.
If you enter full scale values outside the ranges defined in the table, the consistency check generates error message -62.
J 10Channel B :Full scale (Vibration)
Range:0 ... 999
Resolution: 0.200 ... 0.999
1.00... 9.99
10.0... 99.9
100...999
Function:Define full scale value for the measured vibra-
tion parameter of channel B. You can use different full scale values for channel A and B.
For more information see parameter J09
Choises :Y, N
Function :Enable or disable processing of BCU values for
channel A
Y = Process BCU for channel A.
N = Do not process BCU for channel A.
Connect an accelerometer to channel A to measure BCU.
J 12Channel B :Bearing condition (BCU)
Choises :Y, N
Function :Enable or disable processing of BCU values for
channel B.
Y = Process BCU for channel B.
N = Do not process BCU for channel B.
Connect an accelerometer to channel B to measure BCU.
J 13Channel A :BCU Full scale:
Range:1 ... 140
Resolution: 1,00... 9,99
10,0... 99,9
100...140
Function:Define full scale value for BCU on channel A.
VIBROCONTROL 1100 uses the full scale value to automatically
configure the BCU Signal Conditioner, display functions, monitoring functions, and the analog outputs.
You can use different full scale values for channel A and B. If you
enter a value outside the defined range, the consistency check
generates error-message: -62.
J 14Channel B :BCU Full scale
Range:1 ... 140
Resolution: 1,00... 9,99
10,0... 99,9
100...140
Function:Define full scale value for BCU on channel B.
VIBROCONTROL 1100 uses the full scale value to automatically
configure the BCU Signal Conditioner, display functions, monitoring functions, and the analog outputs.
You can use different full scale values for channel A and B. If you
enter values outside the defined range, the consistency check generates error-message: -62.
Filters eliminate frequency components of the vibration signal outside a specified frequency range. The lower and upper frequency
corners define the frequency range or the bandwidth of the filter.
VIBROCONTROL 1100 provides several filters which are selected
based on application. For each channel an upper and lower frequency corner is selected allowing each channel to use a different
filter.
International standard ISO 2373 defines a filter that guarantees
comparable readings (see also standards DIN/ISO 3945 and DIN
45 666). VIBROCONTROL 1100 provides this type of filter.
ISO 2372 designates the frequency corners for this filter.
The ISO-Filter has an order of 3. The other filters you can select
are 2nd order Butterworth-filters. The damping at the specified frequency corner is -1 dB.
Special Filters
If an application requires special filters, please contact your
SCHENCK representative.
VIBROCONTROL 1100 can extend the signal conditioner using a
piggy-back PC board with the customized filter.
The parameter list references the special filter with the choice
"special". If "special" is set, the supplementary filter is switched to
the selected channel.
A label on the internal housing would show the specification for the
special filter.
K 01Channel A :Lower Frequency Corner:
Choises : 1 Hz, 3 Hz, 10 Hz ISO
Function :Select lower frequency corner for channel A.
1 Hz=Lower frequency corner
3 Hz=Lower frequency corner
10 Hz ISO=Lower frequency corner
* special=Lower frequency corner
∗ Possible only if a supplementary filter is installed as an option.
This parameter group enables or disables the monitoring functions
for both channels. Three limit values can be defined for each
channel; two for vibration levels and one for bearing condition.
Each limit value can be enabled or disabled and it's value and
alarm delay time set individually.
The manual uses notations lim_1 (limit 1), lim_2 (limit 2), and
lim_b (BCU) for the limit values. The unit of the corresponding
measured parameter defines the unit of the limit value.
VIBROCONTROL 1100 accepts limit values in the range of 10 %
to 100 % of the corresponding full scale. The consistency check
generates error-message -63 if the limit values are outside this
range.
Alarm delay times are in seconds. If the measured value exceeds
the limit value for a time longer than the alarm delay time, VIBROCONTROL 1100 generates an event. The event is stored in the
Log Book and the assigned relay is tripped as defined in the setup.
Warning:
When an OK error occurs, all limit relays maintain their current
status. After removing the OK error and acknowledging it by "Relay
reset", they perform their normal function again.
Fig. 5 - 6 :Parameter Group M, Limit Value Configuration
VIBROCONTROL 1100 provides three relays to indicate alarm
level exceedances. The relays are designated as K1, K2 and K3.
Relay operation can be defined as follows:
Fig. 5 - 7 :Parameter Group N, Relais Configuration
Programmable Relay Operation:
1.Which alarm level exceedance controls which relay?
2.Latching or non-latching operation?
3.Normally energized or normally de-energized operation?
4.Logical combinations.
Comments to item 1:
It is common to assign alarm levels lim_1 of channel A and B to
relay K1 and alarm levels lim_2 of channel A and B to relay K2.
In the latching mode, a relay remains latched until VIBROCONTROL 1100 receives a reset command. In the non-latching mode,
VIBROCONTROL 1100 resets the relays automatically when the
monitored signal drops below the limit value.
Comments to item 3:
The following table shows the contact positions for normally deenergized and normally energized relay operating modes.
ModeNo alarmAlarm
Normally de-energized
Normally energized
Relay active
Relay not active
Relay not active
Relay active
Comments to item 4:
If several alarm limits control one relay, combine the alarms using
a logical AND or a logical OR.
N 01Channel A :lim_1 controls relay ...
Choises :--, K1, K2, K3
Function :Assign event "lim_1A exceeded" to a relay
--= lim_1Adoes not control a relay
K1 = lim_1Acontrols relay K1
K2 = lim_1Acontrols relay K2
K3 = lim_1Acontrols relay K3
N 02Channel B :lim_1 controls relay ...
Choises :--, K1, K2, K3
Function :Assign event "lim_1B exceeded" to a relay
--= lim_1Bdoes not control a relay
K1 = lim_1Bcontrols relay K1
K2 = lim_1Bcontrols relay K2
K3 = lim_1Bcontrols relay K3
VIBROCONTROL 1100 has a cyclic self-monitoring routine.
This routine tests the pickups and the cables between VIBROCONTROL 1100 and the pickups. The pickup signal is checked to
verify that it remains within a predefined range. This method detects errors such as disconnected pickups, broken cables and
shorts. If an OK error occurs, the OK relay is tripped and the event
is stored in the Log Book.
Note:
When vibration velocity transducers with moving coil are used,
lead breakage or short-circuit cannot usually be recognized. A
constant current is thus superposed to the measuring signal. This
current effects a direct voltage drop of approx. 1 V in the VC-1100.
This voltage drop is measured as OK voltage.
The OK relay is configured to the normally energized mode. In this
mode a power failure at the VIBROCONTROL 1100 will trip the
OK relay to the alarm position.
In special cases, for example if line drivers or isolation amplifiers
are used, it might be necessary to disable the OK monitoring
function for the pickups. Therefore, VIBROCONTROL 1100 provides for disabling this function. This has no effect on other selfmonitoring functions.
O 01Channel A :OK Monitoring
Choises :Y, N
Function :Enable or disable OK monitoring of the pickup on
channel A.
Y = OK monitoring for pickup channel A is active
N = OK monitoring for pickup channel A is not
active
O 02Channel B :OK Monitoring
Choises :Y, N
Function :Enable or disable OK monitoring of the pickup on
channel B.
Y = OK monitoring for pickup channel B is active
N = OK monitoring for pickup channel B is not
Choises :-23 V ... + 23 V
Function :The OK-limits are only settable for acceleration
pickups.
O 04Channel B :OK- Lower Limit
Choises :-23 V ... + 23 V
Function :The OK-limits are only settable for acceleration
pickups.
O 05Channel A :OK-Upper Limit
Choises :-23 V ... + 23 V
Function :The OK-limits are only settable for acceleration
pickups.
O 06Channel B :OK- Upper Limit
Choises :-23 V ... + 23 V
Function :The OK-limits are only settable for acceleration
pickups.
Note for the definition of the OK-limits
If the input value of the OK-upper value is smaller than the input
value for the OK-lower value, an OK error message is displayed.
The typical setting values for the OK-upper limit and the OK-lower
limit are dependent on the transducer type. For SCHENCK transducers the following settings are recommended:
VIBROCONTROL 1100 provides direct access to the relays and
analog outputs. Use these functions to test the connected peripherals including wiring.
These functions also help programmers of process control systems to verify the interface with VIBROCONTROL 1100. Additionally, VIBROCONTROL 1100 itself can be tested using the selftest and self-calibration functions.
Warning
The service functions suspend all measuring and monitoring
functions.
Relay Test
Switch each relay to the "active" and "inactive" position . Test the
reaction of the system in both positions. Repeat the procedure for
all relays including the OK- relay.
Analog Output Test
Set each analog output to a predefined output voltage or current.
Check to see if the same levels are displayed, for example on the
analog meter in the control room.
Self-test
The self-test takes about 15 seconds. During this test the most important modules of the microprocessor system are checked, including stored data. "Test" is displayed during the test along with a
countdown from 10 to 0. The self-test is not interruptible.
Normally, "TEST ok" is displayed at the end of the self-test. Press
any key to continue.
If the self-test detects an error, the error message is displayed for
x seconds and automati- cally restarts the system.
The error message is stored in the Log Book.
Changing relay outputs could cause machine shutdown !
The self-calibration program takes about 15 minutes. During this
time, the signal conditioners, multiplexers, and analog-to-digital
converters, etc. are checked using an internally generated test signal.
This program does not have access to the input and output modules like relays, pre-amplifiers, and amplifiers for the analog outputs. Use the relay and analog output tests to check these functions.
"Calibration" is displayed during the self-calibration along with a
number indicating the current test. This program is not interruptible. Remember that during self-calibration all measuring and monitoring functions are suspended.
The status of the relays and analog outputs does not change during the self-calibration.
S 01Relay K1 :Test
Choises :K1 on, K1 off
Funktion :Test relay K1.
K1 on = Relay K1 is active
K1 off = Relay K1 is not active.
S 02Relay K2 :Test
Choises :K2 on, K2 off
Funktion :Test relay K2.
K2 on = Relay K2 is active
K2 off = Relay K2 is not active abgefallen.
S 03Relay K3 :Test
Choises :K3 on, K3 off
Funktion :Test relay K3.
K3 on = Relay K3 is active
K2 off = Relay K3 is not active abgefallen.
S 04OK-Relay :Test
Choises :OK on, OK off
Funktion :Test OK-relay.
OK on = OK-Relay is active
OK off = OK-Relay is not active