System Overview - SKF Multilog IMx-S Series User Manual

Introduction

System Overview

Do NOT change DIP switch settings while the IMx-S unit is powered-up, as this
may cause damage and void warranty.
Before powering up the IMx-S unit, make sure that DIP switch settings are
properly set to match the recommendations for the connected sensors. Incorrect
settings may cause permanent damage to the IMx-S unit.
All externally provided equipment must be evaluated individually and approved
together with IMx-S unit regarding EMC and safety requirements (CE and ETL).
Always consult SKF CMC Luleå before the usage of the external mains output.
System Overview
IMx-S is a part of the SKF Multilog On-line System product range. IMx-S is designed to
be used for a variety of condition monitoring applications. In conjunction with SKF
@ptitude Observer or Analyst software, the IMx-S provides a complete system for early
fault detection and prevention, automatic advice for correcting existing or impending
conditions and advanced condition-based maintenance to improve machine reliability,
availability and performance.
The picture above illustrates how IMx-S units are linked together in a network that is
connected via a LAN (it may also be a modem or GPRS router) to a SKF @ptitude
Observer Monitor or Analyst IMx Service. The @ptitude Observer Monitor or Analyst IMx
Service in turn can be connected to e.g. a LAN network making it possible for several of
@ptitude Observer or Analyst clients to link to this network.
@ptitude Observer or Analyst clients can also be installed on the same computer as
@ptitude Observer Monitor or Analyst IMx Service login software. Through a general
interface, also known as ODBC (open database connectivity), it is possible to link
@ptitude Observer Monitor or Analyst IMx Service login computer to an existing
database for an existing control or processing system, if desired. @ptitude Observer
Monitor or Analyst IMx Service, @ptitude Observer or Analyst clients and the database
can be separated from each other as long as they are on the same network where
ODBC calls can travel freely.
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Figure 1 - 1.
System Overview, IMx-S with @ptitude Observer/Analyst.
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