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Ramesh Walunj
April 22, 2025
How to reset
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Mr. Anderson
May 11, 2025
To reset IMC CANSAS, there are two main methods:
1. Manual Reset via Measure Dialog: - Use the reset command from the channel menu in the Measure dialog to manually reset all selected incremental counter channels.
2. Reset via CAN-Bus Message: - Enable resetting in the Special Functions node under the Resetting page. - Use a CAN-Bus message with a specific identifier (e.g., 200). - The respective channel to be reset is determined by the bit in the message’s data byte.
Additionally, a Reset-plug (DSUB-plug with Pins 3 and 4 jumpered) can be used to reset a module with unknown CAN-Bus settings to a defined baud rate for communication. This requires: - Disconnecting the module's power. - Inserting the Reset-plug into one CAN terminal. - Connecting the other terminal to the PC’s CAN-adapter with a short cable. - Ensuring no other CAN nodes are connected.
In the first place, please accept our thanks for choosing our product! We wish you complete success in accomplishing your measurement goals using our imc CANSAS system. This manual presents you with detailed description of imc CANSAS' features. If you have any questions about our products which this manual does not answer, please contact our hotline 1.2 Guide to using the manual...
1.3 Notes / Quality Management / Customer Support 1.3.1 Quality Management imc Meßsysteme GmbH holds DIN-EN-ISO-9001 certification since May 1995. You can download the CE Certification, current certificates and information about the imc quality system on our Webpage: www.imc-berlin.com/about-imc/quality-assurance. For further information, please contact our Hotline 1.3.2 imc Guarantee...
Products not satisfying these requirements may only be used with special approval of the regulating body in the country where operated. All signal lines connected to imc CANSAS must be shielded and the shielding must be grounded. Note The EMC tests were carried out using shielded and grounded input and output cables with the exception of the power cord.
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The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by imc may void the user's authority to operate this equipment. FCC - United States Federal Communications Commission...
The device has been carefully designed, assembled and routinely tested in accordance with the pertinent safety regulations and has left imc in perfect operating condition. To maintain this condition and to ensure continued danger-free operation, the user should pay particular attention to the remarks and warnings made in this chapter.
1.4.1.3 Transporting imc CANSAS When transporting the imc CANSAS module, always use the original packaging or an appropriate packaging which protects the device against knocks and jolts. Above all, never let the module fall. If transport damage occurs, please be sure to contact the imc customer service.
Important information 1.4.1.6 Guarantee Each device is subjected to a 24-hour "burn-in" before leaving imc. This procedure is capable of recognizing almost all cases of early failure. This does not, however, guarantee that a component will not fail after longer operation. Therefore, all imc devices are guaranteed to function properly for one year.
CANSAS 1.4.1.8 General Safety Certain basic rules of safety are always to be followed, even with 'safe' devices such as imc CANSAS. Unintended and/ or inappropriate usage of the device can be dangerous for the operator and/or surrounding persons and, in the worst case, can damage the test object or imc CANSAS itself. We strongly discourage the user from making any modifications to the measurement system whatsoever.
CD in the directory \Driver. It reflects the respective latest edition of the driver at the time of the imc CANSAS-CD's manufacture. As a rule, the current driver editions are provided by the manufacturer of the circuit boards as a CD or other hard copy, or are offered for download from the Internet.
Startup 2.2.2 imc interface adapter The imc CANSAS configuration software can use a USB adapter by imc for access to the CAN-Bus. Installation of the driver is accomplished by means of Window's Plug’n’Play functionality. The driver is located under \Driver\Imc on the CD. The interface can be used on all Windows operating systems which are USB-supported.
If problems arise despite proper installation of the USB-driver as described, you can get a readout of the version via Settings / Control panel /imc CAN/USB. This is useful, for instance, in order to inform our hotline of the problem.
"Wrapper-package" for the purpose of providing programs such as imc CANSAS with the benefit of the newest VCI 3 driver. This means that all IXXAT-interfaces can also be used for imc CANSAS under 64-bit Windows 7, if IXXAT makes the corresponding drivers available! IXXAT recommends the use of this new VCI-driver-combination for all Windows versions (as of Windows 2000).
Internet. The most current driver software can also be obtained there as a download. Some of the instructions and tips presented at that site are also on the imc CANSAS-CD as PDF-files in the folder \Driver\Vector. 2.2.6 IntrepidCS interface cards For Windows 7 64 Bit and 32 Bit imc CANSAS does support any interface cards from Vector.
Startup 2.3 Installation of imc CANSAS software The software included for installing the imc CANSAS-module is on CD-ROM. The software is started by running the file "Setup.exe". The supported operating systems are listed here The installation process includes updating of the following drivers:...
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Installation of imc CANSAS software The next dialog is for selecting program components to install. The imc CANSAS Program files must be retained as active since they are essential for configuring imc CANSAS. The component Report Export formats only needs to be installed if a imc CANSAS report on module configurations is to be saved in an extraneous format, such as in the form of an Excel file.
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The last dialog announces successful installation. If, however, the "Common Controls" are too old for the imc CANSAS software, the installation continues with the Microsoft installation of the common controls. This may make it necessary to reboot the computer.
2.4.4 Checking connections A dialog called from the menu item in the imc CANSAS interface's ‘EXTRAS’ menu lets you make settings for the CAN-Bus access and for interface parameters. Details are available in Chapter "Operation" - Extras/ Interface and in the booklet or diskette about the interface-card.
2.5 Integrating the imc CANSAS software with imc DEVICES As of Version 1.4R5, the imc CANSAS software can operate not only as an independent program, but also integrated with the imc DEVICES software. This is supported by imc DEVICES as of Version 2.6.
An identifier is a packet of data up to 8 Bytes in length. Each CAN-module is referred to as a node. A node can also be a sensor, control device, or a imc CANSAS- module's primary connection.
One 9-pin, male DSUB socket and one 9-pin, female DSUB socket or two 10-pin LEMO.1B.310 sockets at SL modules. This is the preferable alternative for connecting, and this is the only alternative imc CANSAS is designed for. In this case it doesn't matter whether other sensors are connected with the CAN-Bus with or without tee-junctions.
CAN-Bus description 2.6.4.1 Termination in data logger Current imc devices equipped with CAN-bus interface CAN2 can have a terminator resistor switched on internally via software. If the device is connected at one end of the CAN line, an external Y-cable with terminator is not needed.
Conversely, the net data rate depends on the package size and on whether the Standard Frame or the Extended Frame is used. For instance, if each imc CANSAS message has been optimally packed in 8byte chunks, the Standard Frame is used and there are no further subscribers connected to the node, the rate reaches 576,6 kBit/s, amounting to 36kSamples/s.
"Special functions" on the "CANopen" page. If it is set as a CANopen module, then the node-ID can be entered in this window. In this case, the imc CANSAS module’s entry in the tree diagram has only the two branches "Bus Interface" and "Special functions", along with their respective settings parameters. No other parameters can be set by means of imc CANSAS.
Startup 2.6.11 Cabling of µ-CANSAS In conjunction with a imc BUSDAQ unit able to supply the power for the connected imc µ-CANSAS units, a variety of system configurations are possible. When selecting a configuration, be sure to also select appropriate cable terminations.
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Configuration 3: 4-channel imc µ-CANSAS unit via HUB Termination provided via Termi connector and internally at the imc BUSDAQ Termination at the last 4-channel µ-CANSAS unit. Power supplied from the power supply unit Configuration 4: Integrating a imc µ-CANSAS in a standard CAN-Bus system Termination with Y-cable and µ-CANSAS.
Calling imc CANSAS from imc DEVICES As of Version 1.4R5, the imc CANSAS software can operate not only as an independent program, but also some of its elements are integrated with the imc DEVICES software. This is supported by imc DEVICES as of Version 2.6.
Check configuration… Verifies the configuration Configure… Configures imc CANSAS modules Configure + Shift Configures imc CANSAS modules even if configuration has not been changed. Measure Conducts a measurement using the imc CANSAS modules Sensors: Prepare plug-in Set the module to default values. Afterwards sensors can be connected.
The toolbar extends horizontally near the top of the window, below the title bar. It offers quick access to many imc CANSAS tools via a mouse-click. If the mouse cursor is held for a short while over a screen button, a brief help text will appear as a 'tool tip'.
Up until the second hierarchy level, the appearance of the two different tree structures is the same. Once the imc CANSAS module's icon is opened, the entry for the input/output type and the CAN-Bus-Interface branch appear. The message definitions can be seen under the CAN-Bus-Interface branch.
The Properties display has various dialog boxes and combo boxes as well as text boxes. The properties of the imc CANSAS modules or input channels can be altered by making selections or entries. The alterations are applied as soon as the card is turned on or the current selection in the tree is changed, or prior to the execution of a menu command.
3.2.4.2.1 General CANSAS Module Properties dialog, Page 1 In addition to the imc CANSAS module type, the number of input channels is indicated. In the case of a imc CANSAS-INC4 module, there are 4 input channels. The serial number is assigned when the imc CANSAS module is manufactured, and it is unique. It is the main criterion for ordering the modules in the module database.
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The second index card contains information about the firmware and hardware versions. The module firmware version is the version currently being implemented by the imc CANSAS module. It can only be indicated once a connection to the module has been established.
General bus connection settings are made in the dialog on this virtual index card. Once switched on, a imc CANSAS-module sends messages according to its configuration and to the Baud rate set for it. It also receives messages having the correct identifier for configuration messages (Master- ID).
Two messages from different imc CANSAS-modules may take the same identifier as long as the modules are not connected to the same CAN-Bus. Values which an identifier may take are: 0.. 2047 (Standard-format), 0.. 536870912 (Extended-format).
In the case of a imc CANSAS C12 module, the presence of 12 input channels is indicated. These are organized into two groups of 6, and the six-packs are configured en bloc. All the inputs are DCcoupled, non-isolated differential channels.
This dialog serves to indicate and to alter the properties of an input channel. The dialog's structure is determined by the type of imc CANSAS module involved. The following is the dialog for a imc CANSAS C12 module input channel, for illustration purposes: The property controls are arranged on three index cards.
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The user interface 3.2.4.6.1 Third output module dialog The structure of the third card is different for data-outputting imc CANSAS modules such as DAC8 or RDO8R, and depends on whether or not the channel is assigned to a message. If the channel isn't assigned to any message, the card is empty except for a notice.
Name: A name unique within the imc CANSAS-module, so that the channels can be distinguished from each other. Permitted characters include letters, numbers, "_" and "~", where the name's 1st character may not be a number.
CANopen 3.2.5 Status bar The Status bar is located at the imc CANSAS window's bottom edge. The menu item 'View/ Status bar' lets you toggle the Status bar on and off. When you move through the menu using the arrow buttons, the left side of the status bar contains a description of the respective menu item's function.
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Working with the Module Tree imc CANSAS module When a imc CANSAS module is deleted, all subordinate entries are also deleted. In order to be deleted an entry must be selected. Multiple CAN message entries can also be selected. When the <Del> key is pressed or the menu virtual channel item 'Edit/Delete' is selected, a prompt for confirmation is posted.
Remarks: A special dialog entitled "Save as" appears, which allows the user to enter a name for the database. 3.4.1.5 File - Import Purpose: For importing the configurations of imc CANSAS modules which are stored in files in XML- format. 3.4.1.6 File - Export...
The process of printing begins immediately, but can be aborted via the progress report dialog which then appears. Prerequisite: Only a single imc CANSAS module or the entire module database may be selected (selecting all of the modules one-by-one also works). If only one among multiple modules is selected, an error message will result.
The changed name is applied once the <Return> key is pressed. Other properties of the new virtual channel can be set in its Properties dialog. 3.4.2.6 Edit - Rename Purpose: The name of a imc CANSAS module, a CAN-message of a channel in the Module Tree can be edited. Shortcuts Keyboard: The last entry selected can be edited.
Prerequisite: Virtual channels, CAN-messages and imc CANSAS modules can be deleted when they are selected. This function cannot be applied to other entry types. If the imc CANSAS module entry is selected (either alone or together with other entries), the module is deleted along with all its subordinate entries.
In this mode, channels can be assigned to and deleted from messages by means of Drag & Drop operations. By channels: This is a command which restructures the Module Tree. The entries of a imc CANSAS module are sorted into the groups...
Single integration: Integrates a new module on-line. Choose this option to use this program to make the settings for a newly purchased imc CANSAS-module. This is the preferable way to proceed as long as you have an actual module to integrate; the entry of the module's parameters will be handled automatically and the database settings will be compatible with the module.
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If you wish to use this option to make all settings for a genuine imc CANSAS-module manually, rather than automatically as above using Yes, then it is crucial that the module's serial number and type are entered exactly, AND that the module's Baud rate be the same as the default Baud rate.
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PC's CAN-interface. The process can take some time. This is especially true if the PC- interface had not yet been used by the imc CANSAS program in the course of the session, since the interface initialization process still must take place beforehand.
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Menu functions If a imc CANSAS-module of the same serial number but a different type is already registered in the database, the system asks whether the module is to be (completely) overwritten, including the channel and message settings. When using the on-line option for integrating a module, this can never occur, since the serial number is unique and the serial number and module type are entered automatically.
Remarks: The search is accomplished using the dialog Find Modules. The search starts immediately. The first stage comprises a check of whether the corresponding imc CANSAS module is connected to the CAN-Bus.
Shortcuts Toolbar: Prerequisite: One or more imc CANSAS modules must be selected; all modules selected are checked. The module itself or any subordinate entry can be selected; the function is applied to the module affected. If the Database entry is selected, all the modules will be checked.
If an error is detected in any module, configuration is canceled. The next step consists of checking whether the imc CANSAS module is connected to the CAN-Bus. Once a functioning connection has been established, the module's firmware version is compared with the firmware file.
Purpose: Measurement data are read from the module. Shortcuts Toolbar: Prerequisite: The imc CANSAS modules from which measurement data are to be read must be selected in the Module Tree. Remarks: Calling this command causes the Measure dialog, as shown below, to appear:...
3.4.5 Extra 3.4.5.1 Extras - Interface Purpose: Sets up an interface for communication via CAN-Bus between the PC and imc CANSAS modules. Prerequisites: An interface supported by this program must previously have been correctly installed as hardware using the corresponding board drivers. For this purpose, follow the instructions which come with the board.
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CANSAS module first becomes necessary. The initialization process can last a few seconds and is only performed once within a imc CANSAS session. By calling the Interface dialog after the interface has begun to be used and then closing it by pressing the OK softkey without having changed the settings, it is possible to reinitialize the interface if this option is set to Yes.
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Sensor: Reading/writing of Sensor-Eproms: unless this box is checkmarked, the Sensors page is disabled. Transfer of sensor information from Eproms to XML-files or into imc-Sensors, or importing of XML-file content to Eproms is not possible then. Normal export of sensor information from Eproms is not affected.
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That is the typical situation: the database is empty, you have some imc CANSAS-modules already configured and want to know their configuration. 9. Now add the new modules using the Integration Assistant.
4. Now connect the power supply to the imc CANSAS-module. 5. The imc CANSAS-module boots up. You see the LED light up briefly. Then the LED goes off. The module has been reset. 6. The module can now be located as having the Baud rate 125kbit/s, the Master-ID = 2032 , Slave-ID = 2033 and standard identifiers.
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Master-ID, Slave-ID). Then you can combine any modules to CAN-Busses without their interfering with each other. If you use multiple imc CANSAS-modules in conjunction, give regard also to the notes on rack operation. There you can find hints especially on the topic of running multiple modules.
Then you can resume work with the module as accustomed. If mysterious bus errors repeatedly occur when working with multiple imc CANSAS-modules (e.g. modules can't be found, configuration takes too long and doesn't always work), this may be caused by one of the following: o The CAN-Bus wiring is faulty (e.g.
Use as the Master ID= 2 and the Slave ID= 3 (as with Standard Racks) Note imc CANSAS is using the slave ID plus seven following IDs. If ID = 2 and Slave ID = 3, then the IDs 4..10 will also be reserved and can’t be used for other purposes.
But these plugs are not both equipped as per CiAâ. In particular, the CAN-Bus is connected to only one of the two plugs. Only imc CANSAS modules should be connected at this plug. It is important not to use these plugs to, for instance, attach a Reset-plug or a CAN-Bus cable as a stub line.
General notes on working with imc CANSAS modules 117 Baud rate: All imc CANSAS-modules in a rack must have the same Baud rate. If even only one of the modules or the PC is set to a different Baud rate, the CAN-Bus will not work. The CAN-controller components detect a bus-error and deactivate themselves.
If only a single module is connected to your CAN-Bus (in other words, only the two CAN-nodes PC and 1 imc CANSAS-module), then you can change the Baud rate and other settings as you wish and then configure the module. Once the module has been configured successfully, the imc CANSAS- module reboots and starts up with the new Baud rate.
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If it ever does occur that modules with different Baud rates are joined in a common CAN-Bus, there will constantly be bus errors. imc CANSAS-modules will either not always show up during searches or not at all, or configuration fails etc. The symptoms are the same as for a physically defective bus, e.g., due to a line which is too long, or if there is too much interference or incorrect termination...
3.5.6 Connecting to imc SENSORS The sensor database imc SENSORS is a separate product and not an element of the imc CANSAS software. But the two programs work seamlessly in concert. Please refer also to the user's manual for the imc SENSORS software.
There is an alternative to the Drag & Drop procedure, in which you also first select the sensor in imc SENSORS. Next, select one or more channels in the tree diagram on the left side of the imc CANSAS user interface and the menu item Edit / Add sensor..
CAN-Bus. The imc CANSAS module monitors this signal. If the message fails, the imc CANSAS unit goes into a defined rest state, e.g. zero Volts at the output. This functionality is useful for securing operation of an installation where disturbance of the CAN-transmission or outage of the guidance system must be expected.
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CAN-Bus in general. You can also specify the maximum interval which may elapse until the next time the imc CANSAS module receives this message. If this interval elapses and the message doesn't arrive, all of the imc CANSAS outputs go into their rest state.
Is the module configured as it is supposed to be? Naturally, the data-recording measurement system must be able to rely on the imc CANSAS module being configured as it should be. Otherwise, acquired data may be interpreted incorrectly. If the imc CANSAS-module was reconfigured, it's at least possible to detect.
TTL square 1s: A line is laid between the imc CANSAS-modules on which communication by TTL- level takes place. One of the imc CANSAS-modules is declared the Master and generates a 1 Hz square-wave signal. Other imc CANSAS-modules are declared slaves. They respond to the signal by getting into synchronization.
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CANSAS as Slave: After booting, a slave waits for a signal from the master. If there is no master to send a synchronization signal, the slave doesn't start. Once the master does become active, the slave starts at the same time.
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Note that the identifiers which may be used for recognizing the imc CANSAS-modules (e.g. 2, 3 and 8 etc.) may not be the same as the identifier for synchronization.
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In general, it's necessary for the data acquisition system and the master (timer) of all the imc CANSAS-units to be one and the same device. For an ideal match, use such devices as imc BUSDAQ and imc CRONOS-PL. One such unit can then serve as the master, configured as per the CAN-1 protocol, and the imc CANSAS-modules act as the slaves.
CANSAS at a high sampling rate straight into the CANbus would severely strain its capacities. The data can be pre-processed while still in the imc CANSAS system (e.g. in the form of averaging, filtering and subsequent data compression). Consequently, the data load transferred to the CAN-bus can be reduced;...
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130 Virtual Channels Name: A designation unique within the imc CANSAS-module system, used to differentiate among the channels. Characters permitted in the name include the alphabet, numerals, "_" and "~", though the first character may not be a numeral. The name may take a maximum of 255 characters. The default name of a new virtual channels is "VirtualChannel_i", _i being the number of already present virtual channels + 1.
The computational functions' algorithms therefore are always compromises of processor time and precision. The imc CANSAS-module mainly works with integers. The numerical range extends from -32767 to +32767 in whole numbers. Though scaling factor and offset can produce large real numbers, internally this small value range is all that is available for computations.
There are limits on the processing power. In particular, imc CANSAS modules supporting high sampling rates (e.g. 10 kHz sampling rate for the digital data acquisition module DI16) will tend to exhaust the available processing resources when performing complex data processing at the highest possible sampling rate.
LEDs 135 4.6 LEDs The imc CANSAS-module is equipped with one or more LED depending on the module. It is located to the right above the external power supply jack. It can shine red or green, or their combination yellow.
DI16 takes digital data. The imc CANSAS module then sends the incoming data to the CAN-bus, either directly or after prior processing. Such prior processing is accomplished with the help of virtual channels;...
4.7.1.2 BRIDGE2 Bridge amplifier module BRIDGE2 2 physical inputs are available. Like all imc CANSAS modules, this module has a programmable red/green LED. Unlike the other modules, it additionally has two more yellow LEDs which can be used, by means of a special function, to indicate status information.
If the condition 'Flash for Overflow' is set, Parameters 2 and 3 are evaluated in the manner described only if the CANSAS module FIFO's overflow (and thus the module is overloaded); in such a case, some data will not be processed or transferred via the CAN-bus. Otherwise, the function's return value is 0 (FALSE).
During balancing or shunt calibration, the button status is not regarded. It is possible to run multiple CANSAS-modules in synchronicity to each other, to the DCF-signal or to MUSYCS. For synchronized operation, the corresponding status value is added.
Depending on the status, the following values are added: +1, if the module is running in synchronized mode Remark: It is possible to run multiple CANSAS-modules in synchronicity to each other, to the DCF-signal or to MUSYCS. For synchronized operation, the corresponding status value is added. In synchronized operation, 1 is added to the status value.
The following discussion, whenever it is in reference to terminal connections, circuitry etc., pertains only to the imc CANSAS-BRIDGE2 module, and only the most general remarks on bridge measurement are applicable for bridge measurement systems besides UNI8 and DCB8. Such generalized topics include instrument sensitivity and strain gauge properties.
When connecting, observe the notes contained in the sections headed by "Block diagram" and "DC- Bridge measurement (measurement target: Sensor)". In the context of bridge amplifiers, strain analysis plays a major role. The configuration of a imc CANSAS BRIDGE2 bridge module takes full account of this fact.
This strain gauge arrangement uses an active WSG which is positioned on the test object in a uniaxial stress field. This WSG is joined by 3 passive resistors within the imc CANSAS module to form a full bridge. The strain gauge can have a resistance value of 120 .
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(change in resistance). The typical range is between 1,9 and 4,7. The exact value can be found in the spec sheet for the WSG used. If the value entered for this parameter is outside of this range, a warning message will appear but the imc CANSAS module can still be configured. Poisson's ratio If a body suffers compression or tension and is able to be freely deformed, then not only its length but also its thickness changes.
190 Measurement Technique 5.1.3 Incremental Encoders The four incremental encoder channels of CANSAS-INC4are for measuring time or frequency-based signals. In contrast to the analog channels as well as to the digital inputs, the channels are not sampled at a selected, fixed rate, but instead time intervals between slopes (transitions) or number of pulses of the digital signal are measured.
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Resetting of summation in the CAN-Assistant 2. imc Online FAMOS (imc DEVICES / imc STUDIO) sends a message if the virtual bit Bit01 is set. In this message, the value 0x04H is set to INC4 and resets the value of the incremental counter channel 02.
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Aside from that, problems can occur even with conditioned encoder signals (e.g. TTL-levels) due to long cables, bad reference voltages, ground loops or interference. imc incremental encoder channels are able to counteract these problems thanks to a special 3-stage conditioning unit.
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In some arrangements, grounding the sensor is preferred, in others grounding the measurement system (imc CANSAS chassis). Either way, ground loops must be avoided. Grounding is also recommended as a way of avoiding the buildup of high or dangerous potential differences between exposed conducting parts (such as the chassis) and ground.
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Measurement modes 199 5.1.3.1.8 Missing tooth As of imc CANSAS Version 1.6R6, a new measurement mode, Missing tooth, is available for INC4 modules (as of motherboard 2). This mode is suited to incremental counters which have one or two missing teeth per revolution for the purpose of angle recognition.
Chassis, Ground). There is a ground terminal provided in the connection plug (in addition to the ground for the built-in sensor supply voltage). A reference ground between the encoders and the imc CANSAS module may have to be established, as well, even for differential measurements.
5.1.3.2.3 Angle Angle (differential) Angle traveled within one sampling interval. For this purpose, the number of pulses per revolution must be entered. The absolute angle can be calculated in imc Online FAMOS or determined by the mode Angle(abs). Angle (absolute) Absolute angle.
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The point in time at which the edge is located within the sampling interval is determined. This information is needed by some functions in imc Online FAMOS, e.g. for determining the course of the RPMs from a pulse signal: OtrEncoderPulsesToRpm.
There is exactly one pulse time measurement per sampling interval. Change of the pulse times within one sampling interval, called jitter, is not recognized. If you record the data with an imc device, you can smooth the signal, averaging out the jitter by selecting the imc CANSAS channel’s sampling rate to be as close as possible to the counter frequency.
DO16 (without "R") serves the same purpose with open collector outputs. The imc CANSAS-DO8R module has 8 relay switches. The output signals can be set by a CAN-message or by a calculation. The output's state upon module power-up is defined.
IPTS-68. An exception are the modules -CANSAS-T1 and -CANSAS-T4, where voltage coming from the sensor is converted according to the IEC584-1 / ITS90 standard. The temperature ranges of these modules differ from the temperature ranges of normal CANSAS modules.
If fewer than 4 Pt100 units are connected, the current-loop must be completed by a wire jumper from the "last" RTD to -I4. If you dispense with the "support terminals" (±I1 to ±I4) provided in the imc Thermo connector for 4-wire connection, a standard terminal connector or any DSUB-15 connector can be used. The "current loop"...
With these module types, it is possible to use the cable shielding of the CAN terminals, or the Chassis contact taking the form of a fastening bolt (only with imc CANSAS-SL, imc µ-CANSAS-HUB4 and the 4- channel imc µ-CANSAS), to establish the housing voltage level.
1) The shielding for the CAN-bus connection is grounded on one side. 2) The shielding may not be connected on both sides since ground loops could result otherwise. 3) In order to avoid common mode errors, the signal reference can be connected to imc CANSAS ground via a resistor.
220 Measurement Technique 5.5 CANSAS blinking codes The imc CANSAS modules come with an LED which can shine in three colors. The available colors are the primary colors Red and Green plus their resulting composite color yellow. With few exceptions, the light-blinking codes apply for almost all the modules. The UNI8 module has two additional LEDs which can be freely configured and only shine yellow light.
A imc CANSAS device error’s blinking code consists of a sequence of 7 blinks in various colors which depend on the particular error which occurred. This blinking code is emitted for the whole time, as long as the device is on.
NO ONLINE YELLOW --- GREEN INITIALIZATION FPGA For the imc CANSAS modules UNI8 and Canser, there are additional blinking codes which, however, do not indicate device errors but rather a status or an external error. 5.5.1.5 UNI8 - TEDS With the UNI8 module, particular blinking codes for status indication are already set as default settings.
5.5.1.7 µ-CANSAS and µ-CANSAS-HUB4 imc µ-CANSAS-HUB4: There are two status-LEDs for the imc µ-CANSAS-HUB4, a green one to the right of CAN OUT and a red one next to CAN IN. It is possible to set which of the two LEDs indicates normal operation, and by which flashing pattern.
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The red LED briefly shines after startup. Next, the LEDs light up according to the user’s configuration. Either green or red must be chosen for the configuration, not both together (as previously described in reference to the imc µ-CANSAS-HUB4). Also note the previous note pertaining to the 4-channel imc µ- CANSAS module.
CANSAS blinking codes 225 5.6 Features and modules Many features available with the imc CANSAS software version 1.4 are dependent on the hardware properties of particular imc CANSAS modules. This means a particular hardware version, i.e. a specific circuit board, is required in order to access the software features. The list below indicates which features are associated with which production dates.
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UNI8: Bridge measurement Only for UNI8: measurement bridges can be connected. imc-Sensors The module is connected with the sensor database imc-Sensors. The data it contains can be used to make settings for the channels. UNI8: sensor recognition by A shorting jumper inside the connector is used to detect a Type K thermocouple.
Getting sensors mixed up is, unfortunately, a familiar situation. For all these reasons, imc is now introducing an electronic data sheet which can be retrofitted to all commercially available sensors and which eliminates the problems spelled out above.
SENSORS is the ideal counterpart for Plug & Measure. How the database, TEDS and imc Devices work in concert is described in the manual imc Devices. For details on the sensor database, see the manual imc SENSORS.
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236 Measurement Technique Fig. 4: An excerpt of the sensor description for a measurement channel connected to the CANSAS UNI8 module. the data are saved as an XML-file in the TEDS and can be called at any time. Along with sensor-specific data, the necessary channel-specific data (e.g.
Thanks to the specifications by IEEE 1451, all information stored in these sensors can also be used by imc devices. Such settings parameters which don't appear in the TEDS, such as the sampling interval, can be set later using the imc devices' operating interface.
Note In order to be able to edit the sensor spec-sheet data, the program imc SENSORS must be installed. The sensor database imc SENSORS administers such information for sensors. In this program, it's possible to set up, edit and administer entries for sensors; see Sensor-Database 5.8.2.3 Saving imported sensor information in CANSAS...
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60 measured points. If an attempt is made to import a characteristic curve with more than 60 measured points, a corresponding error message appears. As of imc CANSAS Version 1.6R6, characteristic curves are also accepted if the curve's X-values decrease strictly monotonically. Previously, only characteristic curves with strictly monotonically increasing X-values were permitted.
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5.8.2.4.2 Exchanging sensor information between the sensor-Eprom and sensor database With a module selected in imc CANSAS, the Sensors page in its dialog appears as follows: The pop-down selection list determines which sensor information is imported or exported. 5.8.2.4.3 Read Sensor-Eprom to imc-Sensors: Exports sensor-Eprom contents to the database imc SENSORS.
In especially harsh conditions, the setup will include the imc CANSAS-SL modules. These can operate in a broad range of ambient temperatures, can withstand strong shock (MIL STD810F) and feature a high protection rating water resistance (IP65).
DC-bridge measurement Technical data BRIDGE2. imc CANSAS-BRIDGE2's two bridge channels have a DC bridge excitation voltage of 3,5 V. Any initial imbalance (offset) of the measurement bridge, which can be as large as multiples of the input range, can be balanced Setting the operating mode (for each bridge channel separately): Channel0x ->...
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(GND) isn't open, but rather connected. This is ensured when a bridge which imc CANSAS provides with bridge excitation is connected, since -VB is at GND. A reference ground must be established in the measurement chain. There are various techniques as well as considerations.
To obtain the best result with the least noise possible, the bridge and the imc CANSAS module should be held at a shared reference voltage (ground). The ground terminal in the connection plug is designated CHASSIS.
6.1.2 Full bridge Bridge2: block diagram full bridge A full bridge connected to the imc CANSAS-BRIDGE2 bridge channels consists of 4 resistor arms (denoted by R in the block diagram). The full bridge is external, meaning that all 4 bridge resistors are outside bridge of the imc CANSAS module.
The other half must then be completed with two equal resistors of constant impedance. For imc CANSAS-BRIDGE2 bridge channels, this half-bridge completion is internally pre-wired. It is accessible via the terminals of the DSUB-plug as “HB1” and “HB2” and need only be connected by a jumper to the corresponding input pin.
As a rule both bridge channels are balanced at once. If balancing isn't possible because the unbalance exceeds the balance range, this can be indicated by the LEDs on the imc CANSAS-BRIDGE2 module (see Chapter...
Setting balance to be activated upon activation of module: Bridge amplifier -> Index card “Balance” -> check box “Perform bridge balance upon power up” This mode is desirable if the system's setup (process and imc CANSAS module) is at rest upon switching 6.1.5.3 Activating bridge balance via CAN-Bus Bridge balancing can be performed in response to a CAN-bus message.
BRIDGE2: DC-bridge measurement 259 6.1.5.5 Shunt calibration imc CANSAS-BRIDGE2 offers the ability to electronically shunt the measurement bridge with a shunt calibration resistor of approx. 100k . This artificial unbalance of the bridge can provide an indication of the measurement bridge's functioning.
Note If you use an imc device to measure, see application notes in chapter Field Busses of the imc DEVICES manual. There are examples how to use imc Devices- and imc CANSAS-software step by step.
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5 Hz GPS-mouse’s data, although not with full 5 Hz resolution. Important Note If you use the GPS mouse with an imc CRONOS-PL/SL unit, observe the following: CRONOS-PL/SL communicates with the connected GPS receiver at a Baud rate of 19,200 Bit/s. When the GPS mouse is connected, CRONOS-PL queries the Baud rate and modifies it if necessary.
6 channels without contacts for 4-wire connection. Technical data C12 The imc CANSAS C12 module has 12 input channels. Signals for voltage, current, any DINconforming thermocouples or PT 100 units can be connected. Different screw-terminal plugs are provided for the respective types of measurements;...
266 Properties of the Modules With imc CANSAS-C12 (with or without divider plugs), the reference potential discrepancies (-IN) between different sensors can be no greater than ±40 V without causing damage. Up to a discrepancy of ±5 V, there is no loss of system precision (but typically not even up to ±40V).
If the voltage source has no ground reference: The voltage source's potential floats freely in relation to imc CANSAS ground. In such a case, a reference to ground must be set up. One way to do this is to ground the voltage source itself. It is also possible to connect the negative signal input to imc CANSAS' ground, in other words, connect "-in"...
(uncontrolled) parasitic thermocouples. The imc system avoids this problem by means of individual compensation sensors directly inside the connector pod and thus provides a convenient, flexible and affordable interconnections solution.
Besides thermocouples, it's also possible to connect Pt100 sensors directly in 4-wire-configuration. A (supplementary) reference current source feeds up to four sensors connected in series jointly. When the imc-Thermoplug is used, the connection terminals are already wired in such a way that this reference circuit is "automatically" closed.
It is not a problem if the ground potential at the thermocouple differs from that of the imc CANSAS units by a few volts. However, the maximum allowed common mode voltage may not be exceeded.
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CI8 isolated voltage channels with current and temperature mode 279 2. imc Online FAMOS (imc DEVICES) sends a message if the virtual bit Bit02 is set. In the data byte, the value 28Hex is transmitted, which consists of the values for channel 3= 0x08H plus channel 5= 0x20H.
The supply outputs are electronically protected internally against short circuiting to ground. The reference potential, in other words the sensor's supply ground contact, is the terminal GND. For the imc CANSAS-SL-CI8-L-SUPPLY there is only an unipolar voltage supply available.
This option has no effect on resistance measurement. 6.5.7 Filter With imc CANSAS-CI8, the filter settings can be made for each channel separately. Off: Last sampled value of a sample interval. Mean value: The output value is averaged by (Sampling interval[ms] / 1 ms) samples. For temperature measurement, only this function is available.
Technical data DAC8. 6.6.1 General notes DAC8 The imc CANSAS-DAC 8 module has 8 digital / analog converters (DAC, D/A converters). This type of module's outputs can be configured as either voltage or current sources individual for every channel. The voltage range is from -10 V to +10 V at a resolution of 16 bits.
6.6.6 Configuring the outputs The imc CANSAS-DAC8 module's outputs can be configured either as voltage or current sources. The corresponding settings are made in the dialog accessed via the Module Tree entry Analog outputs. The default is voltage output.
Therefore the voltage supply must be set and configured using the software. Then the sensor can be connected. Otherwise the sensor and the CANSAS-module could be damaged. There is a 5 V pin at the imc connector. That voltage is not available for the CANSAS-modules, only for CRONOS-PL! The technical data of the sensor supply is listed as part of the data sheet of CANSAS-DCB8.
6.8.1 Overview The imc CANSAS DI16 module has 16 digital inputs which can be sampled at up to 10 kHz. The inputs are arranged in pairs each having a common reference ground. The 2 inputs within a pair are not mutually isolated, but each pair is isolated from the other pairs, the chassis the power supply and the CAN-bus.
6.8.3 Block diagram Note The imc CANSAS-DI16 module's inputs are organized in pairs which are isolated from other inputs. The pairs' own reference grounds are not connected to the DI16 module's internal ground or CHASSIS. Eight inputs are accessible per connection terminal.
DI16 digital inputs 303 6.8.5 CAN-bus message dialog The CAN-bus messages from the imc CANSAS DI16 module come with an extra setting: Transmission type This determines when messages are transmitted. Periodic: At the rate set for the assigned channel. In case of data change: The message is sent only if at least one value of the assigned channel's signal has changed since the last transmission.
Technical data DO16. 6.9.1 Configuring the outputs The imc CANSAS-DO16 module's outputs can be configured as open-drain or as totem-pole output stages. This setting applies to whole channel groups, meaning that Signals 1 through 8 share their settings, as do Signals 9 through 16. This setting must be made in the dialog accessed via the Module Tree entry Digital outputs.
306 Properties of the Modules 6.9.4 Invert Output A setting in the imc CANSAS software enables inversion of the imc CANSAS DO16 logic. To do this, the following configuration steps are necessary (these instructions describe inversion of all 16 outputs): 1.
6.11 IGN ignition angle measurement module IGN technical specs imc CANSAS-IGN is a module for determining the ignition angle of gasoline engines. The module has electrically insulated inputs for connecting the ignition signal, a crankshaft sensor and a reference signal, as well as any camshaft signal.
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Camshaft sensor Precision imc CANSAS-IGN captures when the signals cross defined thresholds, at a resolution of fractions of microseconds. From these data it is possible to calculate the ignition angle with precision of 0.1 crankshaft degree and better, even at high RPMs. Thus, if there even is any imprecision, then it is in determining the pulse times.
314 Properties of the Modules Monitoring of selected cylinders imc CANSAS-IGN can monitor selected cylinders by means of the camshaft position. The camshaft signal is only relevant if this monitoring has been configured. The condition for the monitoring is tat the ignition signal includes all of the cylinders' ignition pulses.
If the node "Ignition angle module" is selected in a imc CANSAS-IGN module in the tree diagram on the left side of the imc CANSAS user interface, then on the right side, a table for setting the module's general parameters appears.
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-10 degrees, and the next ignition at 170 degrees, then KW, then both had ignition at 10 degrees before TDC. imc CANSAS-IGN uses the specification (in this case 4/720 degrees) in order to convert the 170 degrees to -10 degrees, since it knows from this parameter that there is ignition every 180 degrees.
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If Monitoring of selected cylinders is desired, then the amount of cylinders is entered in this box. One to four cylinders are possible. The camshaft signal must be connected to the imc CANSAS-IGN's CAM terminal. The signal returns one or more pulses per camshaft revolution. Based on the camshaft position, it is possible to assign each ignition impulse.
6.11.4.1 The channel's parameters If on the left side of the imc CANSAS user interface's tree diagram, one of the input channels (ignition signal, crankshaft, reference) in a imc CANSAS-IGN module is selected, then on the right side a table for setting the input channel parameters appears.
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Thus, even with low pass filters (e.g. imc CANSAS-IGN's adjustable 1st order low-pass) it is not easy to determine the delay time according to the rule of thumb (0.16 / cutoff frequency). This rule of thumb is only valid with a suddenly jumping input signal, for instance, if the threshold value is about 63% of the peak height.
6.11.4.2 Offset adjustment The offset is adjusted at factory. It is recommended to have the offset rechecked and adjusted once per year. For this purpose, imc offers maintenance servicing. The user can also perform the offset adjustment. To do this, one short circuit connector must be connected to each input channel.
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2nd cylinder's ignition pulse is captured, then 240 degrees are subtracted from its angle. The interference pulses directly after the ignition pulse ("pulses after") are no problem either. The imc CANSAS-IGN hardware suppresses pulses which do not closely follow another one.
The pins for the zero impulse (index) is connected to CON1 only! The zero impulse is only considered after configuring or reboot of the imc CANSAS INC4. A restart of the measurement without restart of the imc CANSAS does not reset the index channel! Incremental encoder sensors often have an index track (index signal, zero marker pulse) which emits a synchronization-signal once per revolution.
TK-connector 3 pol. IEC 584 (green) Technical data ISO8. The imc CANSAS ISO8 module comes with 8 isolated input channels, which can carry your choice of voltage, current, Pt100 or any DIN-conforming thermocouples' signals. However, it is only possible to measure with multiple thermocouples at the same time if they are all of the same type.
RTD (Pt100) CANSAS-HCI8, by means of its 8 isolated channels, enables the measurement of: voltage, current, resistance and temperature. Highligths: isolated measurement of low voltages, resistor, current and temperature (thermocouples and Pt100) on a high common mode level differential: max.
Warning Do not damage the safety seal! Each high-voltage module of your CANSAS-HCI8 unit was inspected for compliance with the safety guidelines per DIN EN 61010-1 prior to delivery, and subjected to a high-voltage test. The module is sealed after having passed these final tests.
HCI8 isolated voltage, current, resistor, temperature 345 6.14.6 Connection The standard CANSAS-L-HCI8 Module ist equipped with 2x 6-pin Service connectors on the rear side. Those terminal connections are dedicated to imc personal for service issues (calibration and adjustment) contact + PT1...
Note There is a possibility for certain function configurations to cause an electrostatic discharge (ESD) directly at the connection terminals. This can lead to asynchronous operation (crash) of the CANSAS-L- HVCI8. This will not cause any damage. A brief interruption of the power supply causes the module to restart (correctly).
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The measurement signal is directly connected to the device via a safety banana jack. The imc CANSAS-HVCI8 module ist equipped with 2x 6-pin Service connectors on the rear side. Those terminal connections are dedicated to imc personal for service issues (calibration and adjustment)
Measurement modes pressure, absolute pressure, relative The imc CANSAS pressure module is offered in two housing varieties, imc CANSAS–L–P8, imc CANSAS-K- P8 and imc CANSAS–IP65–P8, and can measure either absolute pressure or in relation to ambient pressure. Technical data P8.
366 Properties of the Modules 6.16.13 Grounding imc CANSAS P8 should be grounded. Its housing is metal and conducting, which means that grounding is advisable for safety reasons. But grounding also makes sense for measurement-technical reasons, but isn't totally necessary when using plastic tubes. Lack of grounding can cause noisy measurement values, however.
SCI8 and SCI16 The imc CANSAS modules SCI8, SCI16 and SC16 have 8 or 16 input channels respectively. The modules belonging to the SCIxx group (SCI8, SCI16) have extended isolation properties, with channel-to-channel isolation and common mode voltage of up to 60 V (with a test voltage of 300 V). The SC16's isolation voltage values are limited to 40 V (Common mode voltage and max.
The supply voltage is set on a module-by-module basis and does not apply to all inputs. The settings are made via software interface. Make sure that the sensor supply is not set too high before connecting a sensor. Otherwise, both the sensor and the imc CANSAS module could suffer damage.
SENT stands for Single Edge Nibble Transmission for Automotive Applications. Highlights: The imc CANSAS-SENT module can be used with any sensor having a SENT output. Sensor having a SENT output are used in the automotive industry, e.g. as a Hall sensor, pressure sensor, steer angle sensor, throttle valve position sensor or air mass sensor.
The chassis itself is grounded. The Minus-pole of the module’s power supply is connected with the chassis. The imc CANSAS-SENT module has 8 inputs. One SENT-sensor can be connected at each input. Each individual input is equipped with its own circuit. All inputs are mutually isolated, and each has its own (and thus consequently isolated) power supply voltage.
The SENT sensor is supplied with power by the CANSAS-SENT module. The CANSAS-SENT module contains the input circuit defined in the standard SAE J2716. The sensor is connected with the imc CANSAS module via three lines, GND (ground), SIG (sensor signal output) and V (supply voltage).
6.19.1.2 Interference-free signal tapping A SENT sensor to be used for measuring with imc CANSAS-SENT may already be installed and wired up. In that case, the SENT sensor is connected with another device which has the input circuitry conformant to SAE J2716 and which already supplies the SENT sensor.
7. See the examples further below. Number of bits The number in the SENT-message is this many bits wide. With CANSAS, the amount can be between 1 and 16 (theoretically up to 24). See the examples further below.
In this way, the integer value from the SENT message is correctly interpreted as physical units. Note that on the Scaling page the designations X1, Y1, … are reversed from the order in the other imc CANSAS modules in conformity to the nomenclature in SAE J2716, according to which, X1 and X2 designate two physical values and Y1, Y2 represent the corresponding integer values from the SENT message.
404 Properties of the Modules The following picture shows the scaling in the imc CANSAS GUI: 6.19.3 Format the CAN messages For each SENT input, there is a CAN message containing all FAST channels. 1..4 FAST-channels can be configured. The FAST channels are obtained from the SENT message’s 6 data nibbles. The CAN message is as large as all the extracted channels strung together.
Example of demands on CAN capacities: 2 sensors are to be operated at a CANSAS-SENT module. Each delivers one SENT message every 3ms. Each sensor has a (14-bit) pressure channel and a (10-bit) temperature. Also, the Serial Protocol is to be evaluated.
CAN-IDs (and correspondingly lower priority) may not succeed in sending their messages. That also occurs in the PC which configures the CANSAS. For instance, if the Master and Slave IDs are set to 2032 and 2033, respectively, they have bottom priority. So the PC itself is no longer able to communicate with the module via the CAN-bus.
Otherwise, if unconnected channels are in quarter- or half-bridge mode, interference may occur in a shunt calibration! If you use an imc measurement device to measure, see application notes in chapter Field Busses of the imc DEVICES manual. There are examples how to use imc DEVICES- and imc CANSAS-software step by step.
Pt100 inside of the connector. However, if the temperature processes in CANSAS' environment are not stable, a Pt100 in the connector is absolutely necessary. This is certainly the case if there is a draught, if the module is used on-board a vehicle, if cables with terminals of different temperature are connected, if the ambient temperature is fluctuating or, when in doubt, whenever reliable and precise measurement is required.
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This is ensured by attaching the thermocouple to a grounded metal body, for instance. The thermocouple is connected for differential measurement. Since the unit is grounded itself, the necessary ground reference exists. In the CANSAS operating software, select the measurement mode "Thermocouple (mounted with ground reference)". Thermocouple measurement with ground...
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In this case, the amplifier must provide the necessary ground potential. Thermocouple measurement without ground reference In the CANSAS operating software, select the measurement mode "Thermocouple (mounted without ground reference)". In this measurement mode, the UNI8 unit itself provides the ground reference by having Terminals B and D connected internally.
Therefore the voltage supply must be set and configured using the software. Then the sensor can be connected. Otherwise the sensor and the CANSAS-module could be damaged. There is a 5 V pin at the imc connector. That voltage is not available for the CANSAS-modules, only for the imc CRONOS-series! The technical data of the sensor supply is listed in the data sheet of the CANSAS-UNI8.
The analog bandwidth (without digital low-pass filtering) is 200 Hz 6.20.10 Connection The analog channels are equipped with DSUB-15 plugs (CANSAS-x-UNI8-D), ITT-VEAM-plugs (CANSAS-x- UNI8) or LEMO-plugs (CANSAS-x-UNI8-L)ITT-VEAM-plugs (C1) or LEMO-plugs (C1-1-LEMOSA). In the connection diagrams, the numbering for LEMO and custom ITT VEAM connectors appear alongside...
However, only a thermocouple of type K can be unambiguously recognized in this way. This option must be set globally in the CANSAS software. Go to the menu item Extras ->...
B (+IN and -IN) are enclosed in the shielding Caution The CANSAS-module must be grounded. Its frame is metal and conducting. The ground connection passes through a bolt on the back plane. Leaving aside safety considerations, grounding is usually necessary for measurement-technical reasons.
RTD current source quarter bridge completion, Sense-lead for RTD 3-wire connector This pin configuration applies also to CANSAS-SL-UNI8-L, see modules with LEMO plugs 6.20.13.3 Pin configuration of round plugs ZF LEMO p o s. sen so r su p p ly sh ield to d i g i tal G N D n eg .
If four single-channel imc µ-CANSAS modules are connected via a imc µ-CANSAS-HUB4, note the following: if the values from four imc µ-CANSAS modules are to fit into one message, then a channel’s length is limited to 16 bits. Since a message can transport a maximum of 8 data bytes, this amounts to only 2 bytes per channel.
438 Properties of the Modules 6.21.5 Sampling interval, filter For imc µ-CANSAS-V1, sampling rates can be set in steps of 1, 2, and 5. The available sampling interval for the imc µ-CANSAS-V1 extends from 60s to 0,5 ms. µ-CANSAS-V1 Filter settings Off: Output of the last value sampled at the output clock rate set Mean value: The output value is the mean value over (output clock rate [ms] / 500µs) values.
, with their characteristic curves are supported. In contrast to the normal imc CANSAS modules the modules imc µ- CANSAS-T1 and imc µ-CANSAS-T4 are using the standard IEC584-1 / ITS90 to convert the voltage.
6.22.3 Sampling interval, filter For imc µ-CANSAS-T1, sampling rates can be set in steps of 1, 2, and 5. The available sampling interval for the imc µ-CANSAS-B1 extends from 60s to 0,5 ms. With imc µ-CANSAS-T1, the following filter is set: Mean value: The output value is the mean value over (output clock rate [ms] / 500µs) values.
µ-CANSAS-B1 is particularly designed for use in extremely warm environments. µ-CANSAS-B1 The imc µ-CANSAS-B1’s bridge channel has a DC voltage source (5V) to supply of the measurement bridge. Note Synchronization is performed exclusively as Slave according to the CAN1-protocol and is provided under the node Special functions.
The other half must be completed using a (highly constant) symmetric resistant conductors. With the imc µ-CANSAS bridge channel, this half-bridge completion is already available as a pre-configured internal circuit. It has an external contact “HB” at the terminal connector and only needs to be connected with the input pin -IN by means of a wire jumper.
446 Properties of the Modules 6.23.4 Bridge balancing µ-CANSAS-B1: Balancing dialog With imc µ-CANSAS-B1, there are a variety of ways to perform balancing: Bridge balancing upon power-up automatically balances out the zero offset as soon as the module is activated.
If four single-channel imc µ-CANSAS modules are connected via a imc µ-CANSAS-HUB4, note the following: if the values from four imc µ-CANSAS modules are to fit into one message, then a channel’s length is limited to 16 bits. Since a message can transport a maximum of 8 data bytes, this amounts to only 2 bytes per channel.
450 Properties of the Modules 6.23.6 Sampling interval, filter For imc µ-CANSAS-B1, sampling rates can be set in steps of 1, 2, and 5. The available sampling interval for the imc µ-CANSAS-B1 extends from 60s to 0,5 ms. µ-CANSAS-B1 Filter settings Off: Output of the last value sampled at the output clock rate set Mean value: The output value is the mean value over (output clock rate [ms] / 500µs) values.
Make note of the channels’ message mapping. The channels can be sent together in one message in the customary manner or divided among multiple messages as desired. With each imc µ-CANSAS channel having a message length of 16 bits, all 4 channels can be sent by the HUB in one message. If a message length higher than 16 Bit (24 or 32 Bit) is set, then the 4 channels need to be distributed over 2 messages.
Make note of the channels’ message mapping. The channels can be sent together in one message in the customary manner or divided among multiple messages as desired. With each imc µ-CANSAS channel having a message length of 16 bits, all 4 channels can be sent by the HUB in one message. If a message length higher than 16 Bit (24 or 32 Bit) is set, then the 4 channels need to be distributed over 2 messages.
Make note of the channels’ message mapping. The channels can be sent together in one message in the customary manner or divided among multiple messages as desired. With each imc µ-CANSAS channel having a message length of 16 bits, all 4 channels can be sent by the HUB in one message. If a message length higher than 16 Bit (24 or 32 Bit) is set, then the 4 channels need to be distributed over 2 messages.
The channels can be sent together in one message in the customary manner or divided among multiple messages as desired. With each imc µ-CANSAS channel having a message length of 16 bits, all 4 channels can be sent by the HUB in one message. If a message length higher than 16 Bit (24 or 32 Bit) is set, then the 4 channels need to be distributed over 2 messages.
Synchronization of the imc µ-CANSAS-HUB4 modules is performed exclusively as Slave according to the CAN1-protocol. Within the HUBs, the imc µ-CANSAS modules connected are synchronized. If the imc µ-CANSAS-HUB4 is synchronized to CAN1-Slave, then the connected imc µ-CANSAS modules are also synchronized to the other synchronized CAN-Bus participants.
520 General Technical Specs 7.29 Accessories 7.29.1 DSUB-screw terminals for measurement inputs All plugs are 15-pin connection blocks made for direct connection to the imc CANSAS sockets CON1 and CON2. For attaching the lines, there are screw terminals inside the plug enclosure. Measurement...
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CAN_H dominant high bus connected as per CiA line CAN_SYNC imc CANSAS-specific: Additional line for a sync signal (1 Hz). Generally 5 V to CAN Ground. 1Wire EEPROM imc CANSAS-specific: EEPROM information about mounting position (when used in a rack) Exists only at female CAN-OUT plug P212.
8.1.1.2 Notes for the use of CANcabs Problem: Pins 4 and 9 are used in imc CANSAS for Reset and OneWire EEPROM. When a CANcabs extra cable from any of the companies Vector, dSPACE or KVASER is used, it results in duplicate pin assignment, since these pins are also used in those cases.
Slope resistor: 8.1.2 SL modules CAN-Bus connectors Below is shown the pin configuration of the CAN-bus plug/socket set (CAN IN and CAN OUT) at the imc CANSAS modules with SL housing. Only differences to the standard imc CANSAS modules are described here.
Also give regard to the cables' cross-sections. 8.1.3 µ-CANSAS CAN-Bus connections Below is the pin configuration of the imc µ-CANSAS modules’ CAN-Bus connector. Connections of -AS modules are made via 6-pin Autosport terminals of the type AS208-35SA (CAN IN) and AS208-35PA (CAN OUT).
Signal Use in imc CANSAS +CAN_SUPPLY dominant high bus imc CANSAS-specific: line + imc CANSAS supply +9…+50 V. The module is supplied via the pins +CAN_SUPPLY and –SUPPLY. -SUPPLY imc CANSAS-specific: - imc CANSAS power supply (minus contact: 0V). CAN_LOW...
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Signal Use in imc CANSAS +CAN_SUPPLY dominant high bus imc CANSAS-specific: line + imc CANSAS supply +9…+50 V. The module is supplied via the pins +CAN_SUPPLY and –SUPPLY. -SUPPLY imc CANSAS-specific: - imc CANSAS power supply (minus contact: 0V). CAN_LOW...
8.1.3.2 Cables for µ-CANSAS For connecting your imc µ-CANSAS modules, pre-configured cables are available. The connection schematics below are to help you select the necessary components. Like the imc µ-CANSAS modules, the imc µ-CANSAS cables are designed for use in extreme temperature conditions.
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Type 2 CAN connection cable: From 6-pin female AS608-35SA on device side to 9-pin DSUB-socket and 4- pin Phoenix socket; shielded, 1,5 m. Temperature range: -15 °C … 60 °C. For direct connection of imc µ- CANSAS-xx-AS(T) and µ-HUB4-AS (µimc CANSAS connected via male CAN-connector, if connected at CAN IN socket [right side]) to the imc CAN-interface and an external power supply.
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Type 1 CAN connection cable: From 6-pin female AS608-35SA on device side to 9-pin DSUB-socket; shielded, 1,5 m. Temperature range: -40 °C … 120 °C. For direct connection of imc µ-CANSAS-x1-AST, imc µ-CANSAS-x4-AS(T) and µ-HUB4-AS (imc µ-CANSAS connected via male CAN-terminal, if connected at CAN IN socket [right side]) to the imc CAN-interface, if the module is supplied via the CAN-Bus.
The connectors at the Phoenix-terminal and those for the CAN-bus are not connected internally but are separated from each other by diodes. Therefore, make sure that the imc CANSAS module is supplied with power via only one of the two possible ways! Note when arranging the power supply that the starting current is greater than the long-term current.
The connectors at the 6-pin LEMO socket and those for the CAN-bus are not connected internally but are separated from each other by diodes. Therefore, make sure that the imc CANSAS module is supplied with power via only one of the two possible ways! The DC-supply inputs on the device itself (LEMO-socket) are galvanically isolated, i.e.
Power Supply 535 8.2.3 µ-CANSAS power supply The imc µ-CANSAS modules are supplied via the CAN-Bus terminals +SUPPLY and –SUPPLY ( see image in previous section for pin configuration). The permitted supply voltage range for the imc µ-CANSAS modules is 9 V to 50 V DC.
In such cases, the values of the technical specifications may not be reached. 8.3.1 Standard modules with DSUB-15 The illustration below shows the view of the imc CANSAS module from the inputs' side: Note Don't loosen screws crossed out in red! These secure the device housing.
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The maximum signal voltage is 60 V! Note that the resistance dividers are not symmetrical! The divider plug CAN/DSUB-U6D serves to connect six voltage signals to imc CANSAS-C12. The accuracy ratings only apply to devices correctly configured and connected. Please make sure that no inputs used may be not connected, otherwise overshoot may occur at inputs, thus affecting other channels and resulting increased measurement error.
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8.3.1.5.2 imc Thermo-plug ACC/DSUB-T4 The patented imc thermo-plug comes with a terminal strip and a built-in temperature sensor (Pt1000) which provides cold junction compensation inside of the DSUB-15 connector. By this means, any thermocouple types can be connected at the differential inputs (+IN and -IN): The temperature sensor measures the contact's own temperature and compensates its parasitic thermal voltage.
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Note The thermoplug CAN/DSUB-T6 serves to connect six thermocouples to imc CANSAS-C12. When connecting the thermoplug to imc CANSAS, you must wait until the signal contact's (internal Pt100) low-pass-filtered temperature signal transient has subsided and the thermoplug's temperature has adjusted itself to that of the module. The time delay should be at least 5 seconds but may be greater if the temperature discrepancy is large (up to several minutes is possible).
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Note Four Pt100-thermocouples can be connected to the CAN/DSUB-Pt100 screw terminals in four-wire configuration. The necessary feed-current is provided by the imc CANSAS module. To close the current loop, any non-connected Pt100 units must be replaced with wire bridges: No Pt100 at Terminals 1+2 -> bridge Terminals 9+10.
552 Pin configuration and power supply 8.3.6 CAN/SL modules with LEMO terminals The imc CANSAS modules of the housing model SL which are equipped with LEMO connectors have certain limitations regarding measurement possibilities. The exact limitations are stated in the general...
Note There is a possibility for certain function configurations to cause an electrostatic discharge (ESD) directly at the connection terminals. This can lead to asynchronous operation (crash) of the imc CANSAS-L-HVCI8. This will not cause any damage. A brief interruption of the power supply causes the module to restart (correctly).
558 Pin configuration and power supply 8.3.7.8 µ-CANSAS Phoenix strip terminal Pin configuration of the Phoenix strip terminal for imc µ-CANSAS-V1-AS Phoenix MPT0,5/8 Signal +IN with divider (MR 2..60V) +IN without divider (MR 0,1..1V) -IN_COM 8-pin Phoenix strip terminal reserved...
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Signal connection 559 8.3.7.8.1 Connection instructions Within a imc µ-CANSAS module there is a Phoenix strip terminal (model: MPT0.5/8) for connecting sig- nals. This strip terminal is located on a connector junction which can be detached from the front of the module.
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How to reset
To reset IMC CANSAS, there are two main methods:
1. Manual Reset via Measure Dialog:
- Use the reset command from the channel menu in the Measure dialog to manually reset all selected incremental counter channels.
2. Reset via CAN-Bus Message:
- Enable resetting in the Special Functions node under the Resetting page.
- Use a CAN-Bus message with a specific identifier (e.g., 200).
- The respective channel to be reset is determined by the bit in the message’s data byte.
Additionally, a Reset-plug (DSUB-plug with Pins 3 and 4 jumpered) can be used to reset a module with unknown CAN-Bus settings to a defined baud rate for communication. This requires:
- Disconnecting the module's power.
- Inserting the Reset-plug into one CAN terminal.
- Connecting the other terminal to the PC’s CAN-adapter with a short cable.
- Ensuring no other CAN nodes are connected.
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