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- Page 1 CRONOS flex Getting Started Version 1.8 - 08.01.2014 © 2014 imc Meßsysteme GmbH imc Meßsysteme GmbH • Voltastraße 5 • 13355 Berlin • Germany...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
2.6.1 Step 1: Determining the PC's IP-address ................................. 32 2.6.2 Step 2: Connecting the measurement device ................................. 32 2.6.3 Step 3: IP-configuration via imc DEVICES Interface Configuration ................................. 34 2.6.4 Step 4: Integrating a device into an experiment © 2014 imc Meßsysteme GmbH... - Page 3 4.6 Error remedies in version 1.4 ........................... 55 ........................... 55 4.7 Error remedies in version 1.3 4.8 Changes in version 1.2 ........................... 55 4.9 Error remedies in version 1.1 ........................... 55 ........................... 55 4.10 Error remedies in version 1.0 Attachment © 2014 imc Meßsysteme GmbH...
- Page 4 Table Of Contents ........................... 56 5.1 Precautions for operation 5.2 imc Customer Support - Hotline ........................... 57 ........................... 57 5.3 Guidelines ................................. 57 5.3.1 Certificates and Quality Management ................................. 57 5.3.2 imc Guarantee ................................. 57 5.3.3 ElektroG, RoHS, WEEE 5.3.4 Important notes .................................
- Page 5 With signal bandwidths of up to 48 kHz per channel, and an aggregate sampling rate of up to 2 MSample/s, imc CRONOSflex covers the frequency range of virtually all physical, mechanical, and electromechanical signals. Amplifiers with integrated signal conditioning are available for all common sensor types.
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Page 6: Imc Cronosflex
STUDIO software. An optional powered handle unit can be attached to the stack in the same manner as imc CRONOSflex Modules, optionally containing a stabilized 50 V system power supply unit with buffered uninterruptible power supply (UPS). -
Page 7: Distributed Measurement System
1.1.4.1 System structure and components A complete system always consists of a central imc CRONOSflex Base Unit and a flexible amount of imc CRONOSflex Modules. The imc CRONOSflex Base Unit is available as a variety of models. With either one or two field-bus interfaces (each with two nodes), as well as an optional Multi-IO extension, which provides digital inputs and outputs plus incremental counter measurement channels and analog outputs. -
Page 8: Deployment In 3Rd Party Ethercat Systems
The imc CRONOSflex Modules can additionally be deployed as subscribers in any kind of EtherCAT bus system. In such a system, which is not controlled by the imc CRONOSflex Base Unit, but rather by a Bus Master (EtherCAT Master) from a different supplier, the modules are treated as slave subscribers. All modules can be controlled and configured via CoE (CANopen over EtherCAT) and FoE (File Access over EtherCAT), ensuring that they are universally deployable. - Page 9 CRONOSflex Description of the system Even an entire CRONOSflex system, consisting of the base unit and multiple signal conditioners can be integrated into the 3rd party system having a “3rd-party” EtherCAT bus-master: For this purpose, the CRONOSflex Base Unit can be equipped with an EtherCAT device interface, making the entire device available as a data source in the sense of an EtherCAT slave device.
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Page 10: Device Supply
All of the system’s individual building blocks, both the imc CRONOSflex Base Unit and also each individual imc CRONOSflex measurement module, have their own LEMO plug for an ultra-wide 10 to 50 V range of DC power input; additionally, each have two RJ45 network jacks (IN/OUT) for connecting the EtherCAT system bus. - Page 11 Device supply If the imc CRONOSflex Base Unit runs with 48 VDC power supply rather than the 24 VDC power supply, it is possible to operate a larger number of modules or a module with more power consumption directly with one power adapter. The power consumption of the modules can be as high as 148.8 W with a 48 VDC power supply.
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Page 12: Main Switch
CRONOSflex 1.2.2 Main switch The imc CRONOSflex Base Unit has a central main switch by which the complete block of directly clicked (stacked) modules is activated/deactivated. Independently powered, spatially distributed modules and subsystems (blocks) are activated/deactivated directly via their power supply connections. -
Page 13: Saving Data In Case Of Power Outage
Additional buffering for the entire system, including the imc CRONOSflex Modules, so as to ensure uninterrupted measurement operation even during phases of power failure, is also possible in conjunction with the optional UPS supply module which comes with the carrying handle. This makes mobile battery operation possible, or even bridge over power during vehicle starting processes. -
Page 14: Grounding Concept
CRONOSflex frames and supply voltages may each have a voltage differential. For the purpose of controlled grounding, each of the imc CRONOSflex Modules has a dedicated grounding contact on the lower part of its front panel. Since the various housing frames and their reference grounds have a connection to the network cables via the shielding, it may be necessary to use network cables whose shielding has contact on only one side. -
Page 15: Forced Grounding Via The Ac/Dc Adapter's Safety Ground
Isolation and grounding concept 1.3.2.2 Forced grounding via the AC/DC adapter's safety ground imc CRONOSflex Getting Started Version 1.8 - 08.01.2014... -
Page 16: Power Supply Options
LEMO or the voltage passing through the previous block’s patch cable (PoE-voltage). activation/deactivation by connection of the power supply The maximum block-size depends on how high the supply voltage is (see above). imc CRONOSflex Getting Started Version 1.8 - 08.01.2014... -
Page 17: Possible Supply Configurations
Standard 230 V AC adapter for PoE can be used 1.4.2 Possible supply configurations For the supply of imc CRONOSflex Modules via the LEMO plug, the modules’ plug-in (clicking) connectors, or via PoE, the following rules apply: current limit of module plug-in connectors: 3.1 A current limit for PoE via network cable: 350 mA The PoE supply lines are conducted via RJ45, but not via the module connector. -
Page 18: Directly Stacked Modules
CRONOSflex 1.4.3 Directly stacked modules imc CRONOSflex Modules can be stacked directly using a click-mechanism, thus not requiring extra power supply or cabling. Any signal conditioning modules directly connected to a base unit are jointly activated/deactivated by the base units main switch. -
Page 19: Overall System Consisting Of Multiple Blocks
DC supply voltage (e.g. 12 V in a car) the power limit of a DC supply source, for instance, a 60 W AC/DC adapter has been reached Distributed, separately supplied blocks of imc CRONOSflex Modules Separately powered individual signal conditioners or conditioner blocks are activated/deactivated by connecting their respective supply voltage. -
Page 20: Supplemental Device Power Supply (Power Handle)
(similarly to a battery-powered Notebook). Supplemental device power supply (CRFX-HANDLE-POWER) for system power supply by means of 50 V intermediate circuit Note Make sure that the overall power consumption does not pass the available power consumption. imc CRONOSflex Getting Started Version 1.8 - 08.01.2014... -
Page 21: Overview Of Available Operation And Remote Control Modes
The power supply module (Power Handle) does not have its own main switch, but can be switched on/ off in three ways: Manual main switch of a connected base unit REMOTE-terminal on the Power-Handle A controlling PoEvoltage delivered from outside to the Power-Handle’s RJ45 jack “IN” (particularly imc CRONOSflex Getting Started Version 1.8 - 08.01.2014... -
Page 22: Charging The Internal Battery Of A Power-Handle Having Ups-Functionality
“Stand Alone” mode. Since it doesn’t have its own manual main switch, this can be accomplished by means of its REMOTE-terminal’s remote control signals, for instance by bridging Pins 1 and 2. imc CRONOSflex Getting Started Version 1.8 - 08.01.2014... - Page 23 Short-circuit proof Since theoretically any amount of imc CRONOSflex Modules could be connected to the supply module, the supply module comes with a power limiting circuit with long-term short-circuit protection. This circuit limits the power consumed to approx. 100 W. When this limit is surpassed, the output voltage is cut, and then is enabled again after about 4 seconds.
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Page 24: Poe (Power Over Ethercat) Operation
350 mA to be delivered. PoE – Supplying imc CRONOSflex Modules only via the network cable, without separate power source Depending on the power consumption of the module type used, up to 3 imc CRONOSflex Modules can be powered jointly. The overview table below states the respective power consumption specs. -
Page 25: Operation With Multiple (Varying) Supply Voltages
PoE modules supported. PoE – “far left” module in each block is supplied with the highest available voltage imc CRONOSflex Getting Started Version 1.8 - 08.01.2014... -
Page 26: Getting Started
For connecting the imc CRONOSflex Base Unit and multiple imc CRONOSflex Modules together to form a single imc CRONOSflex system, besides the power supply an internal system bus is necessary. It is based on standard network hardware and the real-time -Ethernet protocol “EtherCAT”. The bus has a line- shaped topology where each module has both an input and output terminal to the bus. -
Page 27: Overview Of Imc Cronosflex Modules
2.3 Overview power consumption Note A maximum length of 85 cm of attached (clicked) modules should not be passed,example: a standard base unit with 20 CRFX/ISO2-8 modules. Mounting elements can be used for more stability. imc CRONOSflex Getting Started Version 1.8 - 08.01.2014... -
Page 28: Imc Cronosflex Module Attachment Mechanism
Be aware that during a running measurement, modules should not be disconnected from the system (hot plug functionality is not supported during a running measurement). imc CRONOSflex Getting Started Version 1.8 - 08.01.2014... -
Page 29: Installation - Software
Use of software requires a license, subject to the purchase order and configuration (see e.g. imc STUDIO manual product configuration / license). In order to be able to install or uninstall imc STUDIO products, you must be registered with a user account possessing administrator rights to the PC. This applies to the overwhelming majority of all installations of Windows. -
Page 30: Connecting Via Lan In Four Steps
The "Network Connections" window appears: "Network Connections" window -> "Local Area Connection" Then right-click the mouse over the entry for your "Local Area Connection" and then select the item "Properties" in the context menu once again. imc CRONOSflex Getting Started Version 1.8 - 08.01.2014... - Page 31 IP-addresses might change the next time the operating system is started! Start the Command Prompt via the Windows Start menu by selecting Programs : Accessories: Command Prompt and then enter ipconfig or ipconfig /all for more detailed information: Result of the command "ipconfig" imc CRONOSflex Getting Started Version 1.8 - 08.01.2014...
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Page 32: Step 2: Connecting The Measurement Device
2.6.2 Step 2: Connecting the measurement device When you connect the imc measurement device directly to your PC, you must used a "crossed" network cable (included in package, black color). If the measurement device is connected to the network via a network hub or switch, or a patch box, use an uncrossed network cable (red color, included). - Page 33 In order to apply the changes, click in the tree diagram on the device name and then on the button Accept. Wait for the device to restart and then close the program imc DEVICES Interface Configuration. Accepting the network settings for the device...
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Page 34: Step 4: Integrating A Device Into An Experiment
2.6.4 Step 4: Integrating a device into an experiment For imc STUDIO: Now you are ready to add the device to the imc STUDIO experiment. Start the program imc STUDIO. If your device is unknown to the system, first perform the device search. Use the menu button Search for devices ( Select the desired device. - Page 35 "Network settings" button. Selection of TCP/IP or NetBEUI devices Activate the protocol which uses the measurement device and confirm your choice with OK. imc CRONOSflex Getting Started Version 1.8 - 08.01.2014...
- Page 36 Add. In order to check a device's properties, highlight its entry and then click on the button Properties. Added devices can be used in the experiment if they are brough onto the right side. Exit the device selection window with OK. imc CRONOSflex Getting Started Version 1.8 - 08.01.2014...
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Page 37: Ethernet Interface
Windows 7 saves the list of devices individually for each user. Click in the imc DEVICES menu on the item New, to create a new experiment. In the main imc DEVICES window, select the menu item Devices / Connect. After an automatic check of the device state, you can begin your experiment. - Page 38 Online-functions and hard drive controller Display Operating system of the connected display Field bus Field bus Signal conditioners Amplifiers If no status indicators are displayed, no connection could be made to the corresponding device. imc CRONOSflex Getting Started Version 1.8 - 08.01.2014...
- Page 39 Other scenarios are feasible, e.g. if switches are activated, which can also respond to missing data traffic. If an error message is posted during the firmware update, leave the device on and contact the imc Hotline. It may be possible to continue the firmware-update under the guidance of the Hotline using a service program.
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Page 40: Enable / Disable
Resetting of the password can also be accomplished by a "General password". This general password is derived from the device's serial number and can be provided by imc if necessary. imc CRONOSflex Getting Started Version 1.8 - 08.01.2014... -
Page 41: Connection With Connectors
TEDS connectors are special, TEDS capable (according to IEEE1451.4 for the use with imc Plug & Measure) imc plugs for saving sensor information. The sensor-TEDS are serial PROMS which are connected with an amplifier channel via a digital signal line (One-wire-PROM). For a detailed description of the use of TEDS, see the imc STUDIO User's Manual. -
Page 42: Overview Of The Modules And Connectors
Cable shielding must be connected at CHASSIS (DSUB frame) as a rule. At some connectors, V V) is available, with a maximum load current of typically 135 mA per plug. 3.1.1 Overview of the modules and connectors Analog amplifier modules: Digital modules: imc CRONOSflex Getting Started Version 1.8 - 08.01.2014... -
Page 43: Metal Connector
2. Audible click when the lid snaps in the front of the DSUB pod 3. Insert the bend protection 4. The pressure nut must be screwed back on 5. The lid screws can be tightened imc CRONOSflex Getting Started Version 1.8 - 08.01.2014... -
Page 44: Dsub-15 Pin Configuration
Connection with connectors 3.3 DSUB-15 Pin configuration 3.3.1 Standard and Universal connector Note concerning ACC/DSUB(M)-U4 connector: +5 V (DSUB pin 8) for C-8, OSC-16 not available imc CRONOSflex Getting Started Version 1.8 - 08.01.2014... -
Page 45: Special Connector
DSUB-15 Pin configuration 3.3.2 Special connector imc CRONOSflex Getting Started Version 1.8 - 08.01.2014... -
Page 46: Teds Connector
Connection with connectors 3.3.3 TEDS connector imc CRONOSflex Getting Started Version 1.8 - 08.01.2014... -
Page 47: Dsub-9 Plugs
TX/RX + J1587 bus line connected TX/RX - J1587 Ground connected reserved unused reserved unused 3.4.1.3 LIN-Bus (DSUB-9 option) DSUB-PIN Signal Description LIN_GND LIN Ground LIN_GND Optional LIN Ground LIN_INPUT/OUTPUT LIN bus line imc CRONOSflex Getting Started Version 1.8 - 08.01.2014... -
Page 48: Flexray-Bus (Dsub-9 Option)
B1. Data_N data line B jumper to 9 Terminator A internal; jumper to 1 Terminator A internal jumper to 2 Terminator B internal jumper to 4 Terminator B internal jumper to 5 imc CRONOSflex Getting Started Version 1.8 - 08.01.2014... -
Page 49: Arinc-Bus (Dsub-15)
DSUB-9 plugs 3.4.1.6 ARINC-Bus (DSUB-15) imc CRONOSflex Getting Started Version 1.8 - 08.01.2014... -
Page 50: Profibus (Dsub-9 Option)
Connection with connectors Note This pin configuration corresponds the suggested imc standard. Any differing pin configuration can be considered as special order. We recommend for the connection twisted and shielded wiring: RxA (TxA) RxB (TxB) GND = schield 3.4.1.7 PROFIBUS (DSUB-9 option) -
Page 51: Pin Configuration Display, Modem, Gps
Color RxD1* White White TxD1 Green Green GND, PowerOff 2x Black 2x Black PPS (1 Hz clock) Yellow Yellow *Pin configuration at measurement device. At the GPS-mouse Rx and Tx are interchanged. imc CRONOSflex Getting Started Version 1.8 - 08.01.2014... -
Page 52: Dsub-26 Pin Configuration (High Density)
+VB3 +IN1 -VB3 1/4B1 +VB4 +IN2 -VB4 3.6 REMOTE plug Pin configuration of the LEMO plug (FGG.1B.306, 6-pin) imc CRONOSflex Base Unit: CRFX-400, CRFX-2000 and the Power Handle: CRFX/HANDLE-POWER LEMO Signal LEMO Signal SWITCH1 SWITCH n.c. housing CRFX/HANDLE-UPS-L and the CRFX/HANDLE-LI-IO-L:... -
Page 53: Modules With Lemo Plugs
** Special order BR2-4 with TEDS - then with 8-pin LEMO (because -SUPPLY is not GND and is also not TEDS-GND) *** - Reference of +INDEX is -SUPPLY (GND) - sensor supply voltage 5VDC/ 100mA (optional 300mA) - other sensor supply voltages available via the optional sensor supply module imc CRONOSflex Getting Started Version 1.8 - 08.01.2014... -
Page 54: Last Changes 4.1 Product Improvement
4.1 Product improvement Dear Reader! We at imc hope that you find this manual helpful and easy to use. To help us in future improving this documentation, we would appreciate hearing any comments or suggestions you may have. In particular, feel free to give us feedback regarding the following:... -
Page 55: Error Remedies, What Is New In This Version 1.5
14 kHz analog signal bandwidth voltage mode (-3 dB), see overview Isolation Concerning the isolation of imc CRONOSflex Modules’ electronics from their respective frames, there are different options: modules both with isolated measurement inputs (e.g. ISO2- 8) and without isolated measurement inputs (e.g. UNI2-8) are available. -
Page 56: Attachment
(hot plug functionality is not supported during a running measurement). 7. Avoid prolonged exposure of the device to sunlight. 8. Be aware that parts not explicitly designed for the purpose of carrying the system may reach higher temperatures than the handles. imc CRONOSflex Getting Started Version 1.8 - 08.01.2014... -
Page 57: Imc Customer Support - Hotline
5.3.1 Certificates and Quality Management imc holds DIN-EN-ISO-9001 certification since May 1995. Current certificates, CE certifikation (Conformity Declaration, www.imc-berlin.de/qualitaetssicherung) and information about the imc quality system can be found on our Webpage http://www.imc-berlin.de/ en/Customer Support/Quality Assurance. For further information, please contact our hotline. -
Page 58: Important Notes
CE certification marking. 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 CRONOSflex must be shielded and the shielding must be grounded. -
Page 59: Transporting And Storage
Guidelines This certification has the sole purpose of releasing imc from the obligation to have the electrical equipment tested prior to first use (§ 5 Sec. 1, 4 of BGV-A3). This does not affect guarantee and liability regulations of the civil code. -
Page 60: Cleaning
Improper handling may lead to serious damage to personnel and property. When in doubt, consult qualified personnel. Work which may only be performed by trained imc personnel may not be performed by the user. Any exceptions are subject to prior consultation with the manufacturer and are conditional on having obtained corresponding training. -
Page 61: Special Dangers
Warnung DANGER! Injuries from hot surfaces! Devices from imc are designed so that their surface temperatures do not exceed limits stipulated in EN 61010-1 under normal conditions. Therefore: For imc CRONOSflex systems, handles are provided in order to ensure safe operation. -
Page 62: Index
AC/DC adapter's safety ground CRFX-HANDLE-POWER CRFX-HANDLE-UPS-L CRONOSflex Cross-Reference Connector compatibility customer service GPS receiver Pin configuration ground differentials grounding concept data acquisition guide decentralized satellite modules detach modules from the stack Device © 2014 imc Meßsysteme GmbH... - Page 63 Main switch hotline Metal connector close open Modem IF-Config Pin configuration imc DEVICES: operating system mounting of the imc CRONOSflex Modules imc STUDIO: operating system MVB-Bus IN: EtherCAT Pin configuration included in delivery industrial safety industrial safety regulation network cable...
- Page 64 Waste on Electric and Electronic Equipment WEEE satellites service Software installation Special connector DO8-HC ICP2 ICP4 Pin configuration stacking of the imc CRONOSflex Modules Standard connector Pin configuration supply of multiple clicked modules supply unit © 2014 imc Meßsysteme GmbH...
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