7.8 System Parameter Group 7.9 Description System Parameters 7.10 Reset to Default Parameters 7.11 Complete Parameter List Parameter Setting via a PC ..............34 8.1 Parameterisation in an Ethernet Network via Web Browser 8.2 Connecting the EMGZ321 Amplifier with a PC (Peer-to-Peer) 12.03.2020...
Operating Manual EMGZ 321 1 Safety Instructions All safety related regulations, local codes and instructions that appear in the manual or on equipment must be observed to ensure personal safety and to prevent damage to the equipment connected to it. If equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.
In any case the power supply must be disconnected from the main supply before opening the housing. Proper function of the FMS tension controllers is only guaranteed with the recommended application of the components. In case of other arrangement, heavy malfunction can be the result.
Operating Manual EMGZ 321 2 System Description 2.1 Functional Description The EMGZ321 is a double channel strain gauge amplifier for a single measuring point. The material tension can be measured on both sides of the measuring roller independently. The 2 force sensors of the measuring point measure the tension force in the material and transmit the measuring value as a mV signal to the electronic unit EMGZ321.
Operating Manual EMGZ 321 2.2 EMGZ321 Amplifier and its Subunits As a plug & play unit all functions of the EMGZ321 can be configured very easily via a user-friendly control panel and two lines LCD. Tension reference values and all other parameters and functions can be set with keys or remotely via a web browser.
EMGZ4321 provides a very accurate power supply for the wheatstone bridge. Interface The EMGZ321 can be embedded in an Ethernet network and the communication is via a web browser (Ethernet explorer 7 or higher) 2.3 EMG321 Sub Types EMGZ321.R / .S / .W / .W.ACV...
Operating Manual EMGZ 321 3 Quick Installation Guide In a Plug & Play configuration the set-up of the EMGZ321 and force sensors is straight forward and limited to only the offset compensation and the calibration procedure. 3.1 Preparations for Set-up 1.
However, they have to be followed strictly. 4.1 Mounting the Force Measuring Roller Mounting of the force sensors is done according to the FMS installation manual which is delivered together with the force sensors. 4.2 Mounting the EMGZ321 The EMGZ321 series is available in 3 different housing options.
Operating Manual EMGZ 321 4.3 Wiring the Tension Monitoring System Use the original FMS cables to connect the system components together. The connection between the force sensors and the electronic unit is done with a 2x2x0.25 mm [AWG 23] cable. The wiring diagrams show how the wiring to the terminals of the electronic unit is done.
On the „force sensor side“, the shield should stay open. 4.6 Digital Inputs The EMGZ321 controller provides 2 digital inputs for the special functions of switching between two different gain factors. The digital inputs are level triggered. A threshold change activates the gain switch: •...
Relay 2/2 4.8 Opening the Housing The amplifier versions EMGZ321.W.ACV is supplied by main supply (85 to 264V AC). The housings of these controller versions can be opened by removing the front cover to the screw terminals. This may not be done if the unit is connected to main supply.
Operating Manual EMGZ 321 5 Configuring the System After having mounted and wired the tension controller on the machine, the system can now be configured to the specific requirements of the application. 5.1 Description of the Operating Panel Fig. 6: View of the Operating Panel EMGZ309.W C309009 The keys on the operating panel have the following functions: Key function during operation...
Operating Manual EMGZ 321 5.2 Preparations for System Configuration In order to facilitate the configuration of the tension monitoring system it is advisable to adapt some basic system parameters to the specific requirement of the application. 1. Adopt password 2. Set the language on the display 3.
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Operating Manual EMGZ 321 C) Change the Measuring Units The default tension measuring unit is N (Newton). The user can, however, select another unit before the system is calibrated. Unit 1. Press to select the Parameter Unit. 2. Press again .
Operating Manual EMGZ 321 6 Operation 6.1 Operating the EMGZ321 over the Front Panel The dual channel amplifier EMGZ321 can go in 5 different states: • Operation State: Amplifier operating • Display Selection: Selection of force values that are displayed •...
Operating Manual EMGZ 321 6.2 Display Value Selection State There are several options to display force values the individual channels. The user can choose between 4 display forms: S = Sum of sensor A+B A = Force on sensor A D = Difference of sensor ׀A-B׀...
The Calibrating procedure (setting the Gain), adjusts the controller and load cells so that the display gives you the actual tension value. The method uses a defined weight. FMS recommends using the method with the weight (see Fig. 10) since it delivers the most accurate results.
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Operating Manual EMGZ 321 Calibra. 6. Press to start the first gain factor calculation for sensor A. 980.7 The display will show: 7. Enter the force that corresponds to your calibration weight with the keys. Calibra. Adjust 8. Press to store Gain A1.The display will show Complet Gain A1 9.
Parameter setting can be performed via the front panel or via a web browser. The Parametrisation State can only be accessed from the “Operation State”. The EMGZ321 displays only the parameters that are relevant for a used application (see Fig. 8) 7.2 Amplifier Parameter Group...
Operating Manual EMGZ 321 Nominal Force Sensor A LCD: NomForcA LCD: NomForcB Nominal Force Sensor B Use: This parameter stores the nominal force of your force measuring roller. The nominal force is printed on the label of each force sensor. Enter the forces that have been installed in the measuring roller individually for sensor A and sensor B.
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Operating Manual EMGZ 321 Output Mode Selection LCD: Out1Mode Use: This parameter selects the output mode. The analogue output 1 can be set to work as a voltage or as a current output. Parameter Range Unit Selection Default 0..10V 0..20mA +/-10V 4..20mA +/- 10V...
Operating Manual EMGZ 321 7.6 Relay Parameter Group Each relay output can individually be configured to check violations of force limits (see 4.7 “Relay Outputs”). 7.7 Description of Relay Parameters Relay Output 1 LCD: Relay 1 LCD: Relay 2 Relay Output 1 Use: Each relay output can individually be configured to check violations of force limits (see also “4.7 Relay Outputs”).
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Operating Manual EMGZ 321 Limit Condition Relay Output 1 LCD: LimCond1 Limit Condition Relay Output 2 LCD: LimCond Use: The LimCond1 determines whether the relay output must be activated when over-shooting (> Limit) or under-shooting (< Limit) the value stored in the Parameter Limit 1. Analogously this holds for LimCond2.
Operating Manual EMGZ 321 7.8 System Parameter Group The System Parameter Group contains basic parameters that determine the general characteristics of the amplifier but that don’t influence its performance. 7.9 Description System Parameters Password LCD: Password Use: The controller can be protected from unauthorised access by means of password.
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Operating Manual EMGZ 321 Unit of Measure LCD: Unit Use: This parameter determines the unit used in the system Note: By changing the units to lb the whole unit system will change from metric to imperial units. Parameter Range Unit Selection Default Display Filter...
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Operating Manual EMGZ 321 Subnet Mask Address LCD: Subnet Use: The parameter assigns the Subnet Mask of the amplifier in the Ethernet network. This enables the user to communicate via a web browser with the amplifier. The Subnet Mask must be entered in 4 separate blocks (Sub.
LCD: System Info Use: The System Info parameter contains all relevant device information to identify the product. It is used for service purpose. Please make sure that you have this information ready when you call the FMS service department. Parameter Range Unit...
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Operating Manual EMGZ 321 Output Parameter Group Parameter Unit Selection Default Ten. ׀A-B ׀ Ten. A+B Output value 1 Output 1 Ten. A-B Ten. A Ten. B 0..10V 0..20mA Output 1 Display Out1Mode +/- 10V Mode 4..20mA +/- 10V Max. Tension at 100’000.
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Operating Manual EMGZ 321 Relay Parameter Group Parameter Unit Default Selection Chk A Chk B Assignment of Relay 1 Chk A+B Chk A+B Relay 1 function Chk ׀A-B ׀ Disable Limit condition < Limit < Limit LimCond1 check Relay 1 >...
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Device Code EMGZ321 character at the basic type EMGZ321 number. Version Software version used in this Software Version V1.00 device V1.00 SerialNo 00000532 Every FMS product has his Serial Number unique serial number. 00000532 12.03.2020...
Operating Manual EMGZ 321 8 Parameter Setting via a PC The EMGZ321 force measuring amplifier can be embedded in an Ethernet network and the parameter setting can be done over this network by means of a web browser (Internet Explorer 7). The devices have a static IP-address that can be set over the user interface.
When embedding the EMGZ321 in an Ethernet network it must be certain that the EMGZ321 uses an IP address in a static block (not assigned by the server). For the integration of an EMGZ321 amplifier in your Ethernet network please contact your IT system administrator.
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Operating Manual EMGZ 321 Fig. 25: Remote Control Screen to operate the EMGZ321 via Ethernet Remote Cont Fig. 26: Parameter setting Screen Parameters 12.03.2020...
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Operating Manual EMGZ 321 Fig. 27: Offset Compensation and Calibration via web browser E309006e Fig. 28: Ethernet settings Fig. 29: System settings 12.03.2020...
The parameter setting can also be carried out with a desktop or laptop computer directly connected to the EMGZ321. In this case, the PC is connected via a Peer-to- Peer connection to the amplifier.This chapter describes the procedure for setting up a computer to communicate with EMGZ321.
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The computer is now ready to communicate with the EMGZ321 amplifier: 1. Open Microsoft Internet Explorer or Mizilla Firefox. 2. The default IP address for the EMGZ321 is 192.168.000.090 as long as it was not changed over the operating penal. Enter the IP address e.g. with http://192.168.000.090...
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Operating Manual EMGZ 321 9 Mechanical Dimensions The EMGZ321 series is available in three different housing options. The mechanical dimensions can be seen in the following pages. Fig. 30: Outline Drawing for EMGZ321.R rail mount housing C309001e Ethernet connection: RJ-45 connector Fig.
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Operating Manual EMGZ 321 Fig. 32: Outline Drawing for EMGZ321.W and EMGZ321.W.ACV wall mount housing Ethernet connection: M12 4-pole D-coded C309003 12.03.2020...
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Operating Manual EMGZ 321 10 Trouble Shooting Error Cause Corrective action Output value off – it is Offset badly adjusted Proceed again for offset far from the expected compensation procedure. value Wrong nominal force Proceed to 6.5 “Calibration entered. Procedure” and enter the correct value.
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