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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited WARNING The information in this documentation is subject to change without notice. Environnement S.A. all rights reserved. This document does not represent a commitment on behalf of Environnement S.A. AUGUST 2013 0–2...
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Unless otherwise stipulated, the warranty period shall have a duration of twelve months from the date of delivery within the meaning of article 6 paragraph 2 of the «ENVIRONNEMENT S.A: 2013 INTERNATIONAL GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALES», even if the shipment or assembly is postponed for any reason outside the seller's control.
AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited GENERAL – CHARACTERISTICS Figure 1-1 – Environnement S.A. AS32M AUGUST 2013 1–2...
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1.1.1 INTRODUCTION The AS32M is part of the 2M series of the Environnement SA analyzers. The AS32M analyzer allows continuous measurement of nitrogen dioxide, at low concentrations in ambient air. The measurement of NO2 is based on the technique of detection by light absorption.
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Environnement Duplication prohibited 1.1.2.2 Rear panel All of the AS32M electrical connectors and gas inlets/outlets are located on the rear panel. Gas inlets/outlets (right-hand side of the rear panel): AS32M Standard model (see Figure 1–3): The inlet for the sample to be analyzed (1) is composed of a fitting for a 4 mm (I.D.) and 6 mm (O.D.) Teflon tube attached to the dust filter holder.
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Duplication prohibited Figure 1–3 – Rear panel of AS32M standard model. Figure 1–4 – Rear panel of AS32M equipped with the solenoid valve option Legend of Figure 1–3 and Figure 1–4: (1) sample inlet (with dust filter inside), (2) zero air inlet (option), (3) pump outlet, (4) span gas inlet,...
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Environnement Duplication prohibited Figure 1–5 – Rear panel of AS32M equipped with the permeation bench option Legend of Figure 1–5 : (1) sample inlet (with dust filter inside), (2) zero air inlet (option), (3) pump outlet, (4) span gas inlet,...
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Environnement Duplication prohibited 1.1.2.3 Internal view of AS32M standard model The internal components of the analyzer are accessed by simply unscrewing the screws at the rear and lateral sides and removing the upper cover. The mechanical and physical parts : (see Figure 1–6).
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Environnement Duplication prohibited Figure 1–6 – Internal view of AS32M of AS32M Standard model (1) sample inlet dust filter, (3) thermal insulated enclosure, (4) dryer, (5) particles filter, (6) optical cavity, (7) phototube, (8) pump, (10) universal power supply block, (11) pre-amplifier board, (12) LED driver board, (13) pressure sensor board, (14) Module board, (15) DNP-Arm7 board.
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited 1.1.2.4 Internal view of AS32M equipped with the solenoid valve option The mechanical and physical parts (see Figure 1–7) Il includes the following elements : The filter / solenoid valve assembly (1) and (2), ...
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(6) optical cavity, (7) phototube, (8) pump, (9) active charcoal filter, (10) universal power supply block, (11) pre-amplifier board, (12) LED driver board, (13) pressure sensor board, (14) Module board, (15) DNP-Arm7 board. Figure 1–7 – Internal view of AS32M equipped with the solenoid valve option DECEMBER 2013 1–10...
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited 1.1.2.5 Internal view of AS32M equipped with the permeation bench option The mechanical and physical parts (see Figure 1–8) Il includes the following elements: The filter / solenoid valve assembly (1) and (2), A thermal-insulated enclosure including the following: ...
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(11) pre-amplifier board, (12) LED driver board, (13) pressure sensor board, (14) Module board, (15) DNP-Arm7 board, (16) permeation bench, (17) RBC board, (18) adaptation board. Figure 1–8 – Internal view of AS32M equipped with the permeation bench option DECEMBER 2013...
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited 1.1.3 OPERATING MODES 1.1.3.1 Standard Monochrome screen display; navigation by scrolling through menus. Embedded website interface available through Ethernet output; access to measurements and to the internal parameters via an HTML browser. Programmable measurement ranges up to 1 ppm, with a detectable minimum limit of 0.1 ppb.
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited CHARACTERISTICS 1.2.1 TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS programmable by the user up to 1.00 ppm (or Measurement range (programmable) 1,000 ppb) Units ppb or µg/m (programmable) 0.05 ppb (response time: 18 sec) Noise () 0.1 ppb (response time: 18 sec) Minimum detectable limit (2)
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1.2.3.3 Handling The AS32M analyzer must be handled with care to avoid damage to the various connectors and fittings on the rear panel. Make sure that the fluid inlets and outlets of the analyzer are protected with caps during handling.
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited Figure 1–10 – AS32M dimensions (in mm) DECEMBER 2013 1–16...
Figure 2–1 – Diagram of the optical cavity 2–3 Figure 2–2 – General principle diagram of AS32M Standard model 2–5 Figure 2–3 – General principle diagram of AS32M with solenoid valve option 2–6 Figure 2–4 – General principle diagram of AS32M with Permeation bench option 2–7 Figure 2–5 –...
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LED. In the AS32M, the shape of the luminous signal emitted by the LED is square, and the shape of the signal received by the detector is a succession of increasing and decreasing exponential curves.
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, when P = 1013 hPa and T = 273 K. . By continuously monitoring the chamber pressure P and temperature T values, the AS32M generates a real-time NO2 correction factor using the following equation: corr AUGUST 2013...
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited Figure 2–2 – General principle diagram of AS32M Standard model DECEMBER 2013 2–5...
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited Figure 2–3 – General principle diagram of AS32M with solenoid valve option DECEMBER 2013 2–6...
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited Figure 2–4 – General principle diagram of AS32M with Permeation bench option DECEMBER 2013 2–7...
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited DESCRIPTION OF THE MAIN MODULES For all this section and its sub-sections, refer to . A pump mounted at the end of the fluid circuit draws the sample through a Teflon tube connected to the rear panel of the analyzer. Protection against dust is ensured by a Teflon diaphragm filter.
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited SIMPLIFIED FLOW CHART OF MAIN PROGRAM The succession of the various sequences of the program is schematically represented below in Figure 2–6 Input / output initialization Memory test Alarm check Alarm display at end of warm-up...
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Duplication prohibited AUTOMATIC RESPONSE TIME In order to optimize its metrology, the AS32M is equipped with a software function called Automatic Response Time, which enables filtration of measurements. The Response Time Index, or RT, is an index from which to choose the operating mode; consequently it has no unit.
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited 2.5.2 PROGRAMMING THE RESPONSE TIME The Automatic Response Time function can be activated or inhibited in the «CONFIGURATION Measurement mode » menu. The minimum response time can also be modified in that menu. See ...
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited ETHERNET OUTPUT AND USB PORT (DNP-ARM7 BOARD) The DNP-Arm7 board is a rapid calculation and interfacing (communication) board for the measurement modules of the 2M series. The standard assembly for these analyzers includes an Ethernet output (RJ45 socket) and a USB port on the rear panel.
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited Measurement module MODULE BOARD 24V power supply Keyboard and display interconnection 115V CUT-OUT COM Bus (COM2) POWER SUPPLY DNP-ARM7 board 24V power supply 230V i2C Bus Ethernet COM Bus Ethernet link cable ESTEL board RS4i board (ana.
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INITIAL START-UP 3–5 3.1.1 PRELIMINARY OPERATIONS 3–5 3.1.2 STARTING UP THE UNIT 3–8 3.1.3 PRELIMINARY TESTS 3–9 PROGRAMMING THE AS32M 3–10 3.2.1 DESCRIPTION OF SCREENS AREAS AND KEYS 3–10 3.2.1.1 Description of screen areas 3–10 3.2.1.2 Description of Keys 3–11 3.2.1.3...
The information given in Figure 3-1 and Table 3-1 are necessary for the users to install the unit. (5) DB25 connector, (6) Ethernet output, (7) DB37 connector, (8) main power supply Figure 3-1 – Electrical connections of AS32M Table 3-1 – DB37 and DB25 connector links...
(1). Connect a tube to the gas outlet (4) of the AS32M to vent the pump exhaust outside the room. No scrubbing filter is necessary here, since the gas has no toxic components (such as ozone).
AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited When AS32M is equipped with permeation bench option, the following additional fluid connections should be performed: Connect the "zero air" inlet of the permeation bench supply with zero dried air delivered at atmospheric pressure (see section 3.4 Calibration). The zero dried air of bench supply can be delivered by: ...
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited Electrical connections (see Figure 3-1 and Table 3-1 ): Connect the digital outputs to the DB25 connector (5) and/or the Ethernet output (6). Connect the analog inputs/outputs to the DB37 connector (7). ...
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited 3.1.2 STARTING UP THE UNIT Press the ON/OFF switch located on the front panel. The analyzer begins the warm-up cycle (duration of this cycle depends on the time elapsed since the last stop). The warm-up cycle is terminated when one of the following conditions are satisfied: ...
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Refer to section 3.4. CALIBRATION for more information about how to connect and generate zero air. For more information about this procedure, refer to sections 3.2 PROGRAMMING THE AS32M and 3.3.6. TESTS. Calibration The analyzer is calibrated in the factory before delivery.
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited PROGRAMMING THE AS32M 3.2.1 DESCRIPTION OF SCREENS AREAS AND KEYS The keyboard is located under the LCD. The bottom line of the LCD shows the function of each key for the current screen. The display screen is white on a blue background, with selected menus or fields displayed in reverse with blue on a white background.
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited 3.2.1.2 Description of Keys The key functions are defined in area of the screen and vary according to the menu displayed. For the purposes of this discussion, the keys are represented here by brackets containing the symbol that is shown on the screen.
AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited MAIN MENU EASUREMENT ONFIGURATION TORED DATA ESTS TOP MODE CARD Date/Time/ Chamber ESTEL card(s) Instantaneous Calibration Tabular Language parameters Histogram Cycle Analog outputs Reset to Zero Analog inputs Measurement Select gas MUX signals mode Relays Average...
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited DESCRIPTION OF SCREEN CONTENTS 3.3.1 MAIN MENU This screen is used to choose the menus that access analyzer operating parameters. The first item is selected by default as shown. The user can then select any other item using the [] or [] keys.
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited 3.3.2 MEASUREMENT This screen is used to choose the measurement display mode—instantaneous, average, synoptic, or graphic—to activate the real-time printout and to display possible alarms. MEASUREMENT Instantaneous 3.3.2.1 Definition of keys specific to this screen: Selects the sample gas inlet.
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited Displays the next page. When several measurement parameters are programmed, pressing [>>] this key displays the next parameters. [Cycle] Accesses the screen shown below and allows manual launching of the cycles. Definition of keys specific to this screen: Allows manual launching of a reference zero cycle.
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited Definition of keys specific to this screen: [Escape] Allows canceling of the cycle in progress without storing the new reference zero value. [End] Forces the cycle to end and stores the new reference zero value. CAUTIONS: The reference zero value displayed is stored, which could result in an incorrect reference zero value (for instance, if the reading has not yet stabilized).
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited Auto-calibration cycle screen Definition of keys specific to this screen: [Escape] Allows canceling of the cycle in progress without storing the new calibration coefficient. Forces the end of the cycle and stores the new calibration coefficient.
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited MEASUREMENT Average 3.3.2.2 The archiving periodicity of the measurements is indicated above the average values column, and it is possible to display up to eight measurement channels on this screen. The °[>>°] key is activated when more than eight parameters are displayed in the screen.
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited MEASUREMENT Synoptic 3.3.2.3 The synoptic screen can only be accessed via the Web interface (graphics) by using the corresponding IP address indicated via any browser. DECEMBER 2013 3–19...
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited MEASUREMENT Graphic 3.3.2.4 This menu consists of two screens: the first screen allows selection of the parameters and the second screen is for the graph display. It is possible to display several graphs simultaneously on this second screen.
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited The top line of the screen displays the following (from left to right): the measurement channel, the value of the current instantaneous measurement, the measurement unit, the minimum and maximum values (alternately blinking), and the running speed.
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited MEASUREMENT Alarms display 3.3.2.5 This screen displays the operating faults when an alarm is activated. Possible corrective actions for these faults are given in Chapter 5. For each alarm displayed, this screen indicates the measurement units and provides access to the «...
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited This screen can display only four events, but it has a data historical depth of 100 events: Event 101 will overwrite the first event in the historical record, and so on. The [ ] and [ ] keys enable browsing of the history screens, and the [] key returns to the...
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited 3.3.3 SPAN This menu accesses the following functions: Calibration: programming of calibration coefficients. Select Gas: programming of span gas values. Cycles: gas inlet selection for span cycles and programming of period and duration of automatic cycles.
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited SPAN Calibration 3.3.3.1 This screen is used to manually modify the calibration coefficients. After a new auto-calibration cycle, the coefficient variation is displayed in the Delta % field. To manually reset the Delta % if a calibration alarm is triggered due to auto-calibration problems, select the Coefficient field for the gas with Delta % greater than 50, and then press the [] key and the [...
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited SPAN Select Gas 3.3.3.2 This screen is used to associate a span gas concentration with a gas inlet. These concentrations are the reference values for manual or automatic auto-calibration cycles. DECEMBER 2013 3–26...
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited SPAN Cycles 3.3.3.3 This screen is used to program the period and the timing of the automatic cycles. The timings programmed here are also those of the manually launched cycles. The possible automatic cycles are as follows: ...
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited SPAN Pressure 3.3.3.4 This screen is used to program the calibration curve of the pressure sensors. For pressure sensor calibration: Connect a reference pressure sensor in parallel with the pressure sensor to be calibrated.
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited 3.3.4 CONFIGURATION This menu accesses the following functions: Response time programming. Analog output configuration. Unit modification and offset adjustment. Alarm thresholds programming, and activation and assignment of alarm relays. Serial link programming.
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited CONFIGURATION Date/Time/Language 3.3.4.1 This screen is used to set the internal clock and the display language of the analyzer. The available languages are French, English, German, Italian, and Spanish. It also displays the software version number as a reminder in case the software malfunctions.
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited CONFIGURATION Measurement mode 3.3.4.2 This screen is used to program the response time from approximately 6 sec. to 60 sec. The first digit of the programmed number activates (1) or deactivates (0) the automatic response time function. The second item divides the basic electronic integration time (60 sec.).
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited CONFIGURATION Measure channels 3.3.4.3 This screen is used to select the parameter, the display format, and the unit for each measurement channel. The Measure channels programming allows displaying (« MEASUREMENT Instantaneous » screen or « MEASUREMENT Average »...
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited The Formats fields are used to choose the display format from four possibilities: X.XXX, XX.XX, XXXX.X, XXXX. Auto manages the comma in order to display the best resolution at all times. fields contain...
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited CONFIGURATION Offsets/Units/Conversions 3.3.4.4 This screen is used to program the offset value that is added to the measurements. It is also used to program the conversion coefficients to convert from ppb to µg/m when the µg/m unit is selected.
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited CONFIGURATION Alarms control 3.3.4.5 Two limits are programmable parameter for alarms control: Threshold 1 and Threshold 2, which activate the relays and the alarm messages. The digits 9999 are displayed by default for each signal when the corresponding thresholds are not monitored.
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited CONFIGURATION Communications 3.3.4.6 This menu is used to configure the various communication elements of the analyzer with outside. DECEMBER 2013 3–36...
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Communication protocol: Mode4, JBUS, or PRN (printer), Bayern. Mode4 is a communication protocol proper to Environnement SA designed to send and receive data. It works according to master/slave mode. JBUS protocol is an industrial protocol designed to dialog with automatons. It works according to master/slave mode.
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited 3.3.4.6.2 CONFIGURATION Communications Network configuration This screen enables configuration of the network connection. Two choices of boot protocol are offered: DHCP or Static. Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) is a network communication protocol whose function is to ensure the automatic configuration of the Internet Protocol (IP) parameters of a computer, in particular by automatically assigning an IP address and a sub network mask.
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited 3.3.4.6.3 CONFIGURATION Communications UDP Server This screen is used to configure the addresses, the port numbers and the communication protocol of the User Datagram Protocol (UDP) server: Numbers of the Port A and Port B of the UDP server: programmable from 1000 to 9999.
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited CONFIGURATION Factory settings 3.3.4.7 When the item Factory settings is selected from the « CONFIGURATION » menu, pressing the [ key displays the « Factory settings recover » screen as shown below: DECEMBER 2013 3–40...
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited 3.3.5 STORED DATA Stored data is accessed and managed directly from the Main menu. The stored data consists of average of analyzer measurements from a defined time interval. This screen allows the parameter « Data recording period » to be set from 1 to 1440 min (i.e., 24 hours).
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited Editing stored data in tabular form: this screen shows the list of stored data according to parameters defined in the previous screen. The running mode (measurement, zero, calibration, etc.) during a data storage period is coded in the status column. The meanings of the status codes are follows:...
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited Editing stored data in histogram form This screen displays records in columns, with each column corresponding to the average measurements within the data-recording period as defined in the « STORED DATA » screen. Only one channel is displayed at once. The information line gives the date and hour of the first record, the channel name, the full scale with unit and the data recording period (alternately blinking).
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited 3.3.6 TESTS This screen allows checking of the following: Measurement parameters. MUX signals of multiplexer. Correct operation of the module board and the switch status of the DNP-Arm7 board. DECEMBER 2013 3–44...
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited TESTS Chamber parameters 3.3.6.1 This screen is used to monitor measurement parameters periodically or occasionally. Function of keys specific to this screen: [Sample], [Zero], and [Span] have the same functions as on the « MEASUREMENT Instantaneous »...
AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited TESTS Multiplexer (MUX) signals 3.3.6.2 This screen is used to check the multiplexer signals. The "XXXX mV" displayed value will be checked according to the acceptable limits listed in NOTE : Table 3-3. Table 3-3 – Multiplexer (MUX) signals (acceptable limits on channel 1 to 16)
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited TESTS Other commands 3.3.6.3 The selection of this menu makes some controls and regulations inactive. When the instrument is again in measurement mode, some alarms could occur. This screen is used to make sure the module board is working correctly.
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited TESTS Arm7 inputs-outputs 3.3.6.4 When this menu is available, no backup of output modification is carried out. This menu displays the status of the switches on the DNP-Arm7 board. It enables testing of the ON/OFF switch of the Back light of the LCD.
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited 3.3.7 STOP MODE This screen is used to activate the Stop mode. To return to measurement mode, it is necessary to press the [Sample] key on any screen of the « MEASUREMENT » menu (see section 3.3.2).
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited 3.3.8 I2C CARD(S) This menu is displayed only when the optional ESTEL boards are assembled in the analyzer. It gives access to the configuration screens for these boards. I2C CARD(S) ESTEL Board 3.3.8.1 Four functions are available for the ESTEL board: analog outputs, analog inputs, relays, and remote controls.
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited This screen is used to program the ranges of each displayed parameter. There are four available ranges. Ranges correspond to the full scale of the analog output, and units are those of the parameters displayed in the « Signal » column: Range 1: from 0 to 1.
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited The Test column is used to test the five analog outputs and to adjust the number of points. For a range 1: 0 point (lower scale of output) 0 volt obtained at output, 4000 points (higher scale of output) 1 volt obtained at output.
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited Function « Relays »: The Relays fields are used to control relays according to the following conditions: Disable Relay not assigned Gen. Alarm Any operating fault triggers the relay Warm-up On warm-up, relay is triggered Measure ...
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited Function « Remotes control »: This screen displays the assignment of the remote control inputs. The available assignment choices are: Disable, Sample, Zero, Span, Null.cycle, Span cycle, Refer.Zero, Auto-span, Stand-by. The Test column is used to display the value read at remote control input, for the selected assignment.
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Duplication prohibited CALIBRATION 3.4.1 GENERAL To ensure the AS32M analyzer’s measurement accuracy, users should regularly carry out operations for checking, calibrating, and adjusting according to their quality assurance plan. Zero check This operation consists of verifying the response of the analyzer with zero air.
AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited Needle valve Solenoid valve Double pressure regulator Vent Manifold Gas cylinder External solenoid valve control SPAN INLET ANALYZER Figure 3-5 – Example of under-pressure connection Towards zero air inlet Silicagel Purafil Active Carbon Figure 3–6 – Filtering columns DECEMBER 2013 3–56...
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited 3.4.2 ZERO CHECKING 3.4.2.1 Equipment required Zero air: A sufficient quality of zero air from the Zero air filter of the analyzer. 3.4.2.2 Procedure Zero checking: Select the zero air inlet, or other appropriate inlet, of the analyzer by pressing the [Zero] key, and wait for the measurement to stabilize.
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited 3.4.3 CHECKING OF ONE SCALE POINT 3.4.3.1 Equipment required Scale point cylinder, the concentration of which is lower than 1 ppm (between 0.5 and 1 ppm) and is connected to the span gas inlet of the analyzer.
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited 3.4.4.2 Procedure Zero checking: With the [Sample] or [Span] key, select the inlet used and wait for measurement to stabilize. The analyzer response should be between -1 and +1 ppb. Next carry out a zero reference cycle by pressing the [Z. Ref.] key of the « Cycle » submenu in the «...
AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited 3.4.5 MULTI-POINT CALIBRATION 3.4.5.1 General At a minimum, the device should consist of a dilutor, a certified NO cylinder (accuracy 2 %), and a zero air generator. Figure 3-7 shows an example of a typical calibrator.
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited 3.4.5.2 Equipment required Dilutor: Flow rate controllers: must allow control of the flow rates at 1 %. Flow meters: must allow reading and recording of the flow rates at 2 %. ...
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited Connect the analog output (refer to Table 3-1 ) of the analyzer to the recorder. Use the recorder response to calibrate the analyzer as described below. Connect the sample inlet of the analyzer to the manifold of the dilution system.
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited Plot or calculate the line that will be the calibration line of the analyzer according to the least squares formula below. read generated Where: is the linear regression coefficient (slope), calculated as follows: ...
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited 3.4.6 NO2 INTERNAL PERMEATION BENCH (OPTIONAL) The scale point check can be performed using a permeation bench equipped with a NO source. Principle: The NO used is maintained in a state of liquid/vapour phase equilibrium inside a closed cylindrical tube fitted with a polymer diaphragm.
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited Calculations of permeation rate (P) and concentration generated (CG) by the bench: m0 = Initial weight of tube (ng) m1 = Final weight of tube (ng) m0 m1 = Weight of NO diffused (ng) ...
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4.4.3 RECOMMENDED SPARE PARTS AS32M LEVEL 2 4–20 4.4.4 RECOMMENDED SPARE PARTS AS32M WITH ESTEL BOARD - LEVEL 2 4–20 Figure 4-1 – Replacement of dust filter of sample inlet 4–5 Figure 4-2 – Replacement of zero air filter cartridge 4–6...
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Use of components or accessories not manufactured by Environnement SA. Failure to use recommended parts may reduce the safety features. Use of this equipment in a manner not approved by Environnement SA as it can cause harm to the equipment or operating personnel. Inappropriate maintenance of the analyzer. ...
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Duplication prohibited MAINTENANCE CALENDAR By design, the AS32M requires very limited maintenance. However, the unit must be regularly serviced to ensure proper performance over time. The routine maintenance schedule shown below is an example, and this schedule can vary according to operating conditions.
AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited MAINTENANCE OPERATION SHEETS MAINTENANCE SHEET MONITOR Serial No.: OPERATION SHEET: 4.3.1 Scope: Replacement of dust filter of sample inlet PAGE: 1/1 Periodicity: 15 days Date Proceed in the following order: Turn off the power switch of the analyzer and disconnect the sample inlet.
AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited MAINTENANCE SHEET MONITOR Serial No.: OPERATION SHEET: 4.3.2 Scope: Replacement of zero air filter cartridge PAGE: 1/1 Periodicity: 6 months Date Proceed in the following order: Turn off the power switch of the analyzer and unplug it.
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited MAINTENANCE SHEET MONITOR Serial No.: OPERATION SHEET: 4.3.3 Scope: Replacement of the particle filter cartridge PAGE: 1/2 Periodicity: 2 months Date (1) measurement chamber, (2) cover, (3) clips, (4) particle filter, (5) fittings, (6) particle filter holder (unscrewed), (7) new cartridge, (8) filter holder with cartridge correctly placed Figure 4-3 –...
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited MAINTENANCE SHEET MONITOR Serial No.: OPERATION SHEET: 4.3.3 Scope: Replacement of the particle filter cartridge PAGE: 2/2 Periodicity: 2 months Date Proceed in the following order: Turn off the power switch of the analyzer and unplug the power cable.
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Periodicity: 15 days Date Check of flow rate: Connect a flow meter on the sample inlet of the AS32M. Sample inlet Flow meter Figure 4-4 – Flowmeter connection Make sure the flow rate value indicated on the flow meter is 1 l/min (or 60 l/h).
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited MAINTENANCE SHEET MONITOR Serial No.: OPERATION SHEET: 4.3.4 Scope: Check of optical and fluid parameters PAGE: 2/3 Periodicity: 15 days Date Parameter Type value Lower limit Upper limit INPH0 -9300 – – QUAD0 21100 – –...
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited MAINTENANCE SHEET MONITOR Serial No.: OPERATION SHEET: 4.3.4 Scope: Check of optical and fluid parameters PAGE: 3/3 Periodicity: 15 days Date Check of MUX signals: Switch the analyzer to zero air. Compare the values given on the « TESTS ...
AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited MAINTENANCE SHEET MONITOR Serial No.: OPERATION SHEET: 4.3.5 Scope: Maintenance of the KNF pump PAGE: 1/5 Periodicity: 1 year Date Before any intervention, unplug the power cable and make sure the pump is turned off. The diaphragm and the valves represent the only wearing parts of the pump. The maintenance operation consists of cleaning and/or replacing them.
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited MAINTENANCE SHEET MONITOR Serial No.: OPERATION SHEET: 4.3.5 Scope: Maintenance of the KNF pump PAGE: 2/5 Periodicity: 1 year Date Dismounting the head pump Draw a line with a pen (7) to mark the cover (8), the cylinder head (9), and the body of the pump (10).
AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited MAINTENANCE SHEET MONITOR Serial No.: OPERATION SHEET: 4.3.5 Scope: Maintenance of the KNF pump PAGE: 3/5 Periodicity: 1 year Date Diaphragm replacement Turn the wheel of the eccentric (13) to position the diaphragm (15) to the upper position, so the diaphragm can be easily grasped by its circumference (17) and turn it counterclockwise to unscrew it.
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited MAINTENANCE SHEET MONITOR Serial No.: OPERATION SHEET: 4.3.5 Scope: Maintenance of the KNF pump PAGE: 4/5 Periodicity: 1 year Date Replacement of valves (22) and O-rings (23): The valves are located in the cylinder head. Replace the valves (22) and the O-rings (23), taking care to correctly fit together the O-rings in their housings.
AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited MAINTENANCE SHEET MONITOR Serial No.: OPERATION SHEET: 4.3.5 Scope: Maintenance of the KNF pump PAGE: 5/5 Periodicity: 1 year Date Pump reassembly Reassembly is carried out in the reverse order from dismounting. Reassemble the cover (8) and the cylinder head (9) on the pump body (10) according to the line drawn to mark the various parts (7).
« Instantaneous » or « Average » screen in the MEASUREMENT screen. Check that the flow rate value indicated on the flowmeter is comprised between 12 and 22 L/h. Figure 4–10 – Rear panel of AS32M Tools required ...
AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited KITS AND SPARE PARTS SET FOR AS32M MAINTENANCE Maintenance kit for 1 year - Ref : AS32-IP This kit includes : Line Nb Designation Ref. Air zero filter F05-0128-B-SAV Teflon filtero47 5µ F05-11-842 Filter 10 nano...
Figure 5-5 – Dialog-module (DIM) board 5–14 Table 5-1 – List of faults and corrective actions 5–4 Table 5-2 – Module board configuration of the AS32M 5–10 Table 5-3 – RS4i board configuration 5–11 Table 5-4 – Dialog-module (DIM) board configuration 5–14...
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited CORRECTIVE MAINTENANCE Corrective maintenance of the analyzer must be carried out only by qualified people using the information provided in this document. The monitor automatically and continuously self-tests its main components. Any malfunction detected is indicated by a clear message on the display and a buzzer. Table 5.1 summarizes the main faults indicated by the unit with their corresponding possible corrective actions.
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited Table 5-1 – List of faults and corrective actions Alarm messages Possible cause(s) Possible action(s) Min./Max. values Optical T Temperature probe is out of its – Return temperature probe to its housing. housing. Min. value: Setting value – 2 °C Max.
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited Alarm messages Possible cause(s) Possible action(s) Min./Max. values Sample pressure If pressure is lower than 600 hPa: Min. value: 600 hPa – Sampling line outside the analyzer – Check sampling line. is clogged. Max. value : 1200 hPa –...
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited Alarm messages Possible cause(s) Possible action(s) Min./Max. values Signal fault Signal amplitude received by Check the value of the current that supplies phototube is out of limits or there is no the LED in the « TESTS Chamber Min.
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited Alarm messages Possible cause(s) Possible action(s) Min./Max. values Over range One of the analog outputs is saturated. – Check the parameters setting of the analog output scales of the ESTEL boards (see Chapter 3) Max. value: > ESTEL programmed range ...
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited Alarm messages Possible cause(s) Possible action(s) Min./Max. values Permeation bench – The ambient temperature is out of – Check supply of bench temperature temperature comprised the operating limits (10°C – 51°c). regulation board (+15 V). between 49°C and 51°C –...
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited Figure 5-1 – Module board of the AS32M DECEMBER 2013 5–10...
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited Table 5-2 – Module board configuration of the AS32M Test point Signal Connector Connection 0 V (GND) Pressure chamber A/D RUN AUX1 pressure sensor A/D STATUS AUX2 pressure sensor +5VCC power supply Not used +15VCC power supply...
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited Table 5-3 – RS4i board configuration Jumpers Symbols Nature of operation mark Channel 1 on RS422 standard SW1, SW2 Channel 1 on RS232 standard Load RX bus RS422 active Load RX bus RS422 inactive Load TX bus RS422 active...
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited (1) connector to be connected to J1 on the module board Figure 5-3 – Pressure sensor board DECEMBER 2013 5–13...
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited Bottom (1) phototube, (2) connection pins of preamplifier cable to be connected to J3 of the DIM board. Figure 5-4 – Preamplifier board DECEMBER 2013 5–14...
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AS32M Environnement Duplication prohibited Table 5-4 – Dialog-module (DIM) board configuration Connector Nature/Function Connection 6V power supply cable of DIM board To be connected to J22 of the module board Preamplifier cable, DIM board/module board To be connected to J24 of the module board...
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ESTEL Board Environnement Duplication prohibited ESTEL BOARD FUNCTION AND USE TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS CONFIGURATION PROGRAMMING ESTEL CARD(S) Analog output 1.4.1 ESTEL CARD(S) Analog input 1.4.2 ESTEL CARD(S) Relay 1.4.3 ESTEL CARD(S) Remote controls 1.4.4 INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT OF ESTEL BOARD 1.5.1...
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ESTEL Board Environnement Duplication prohibited ESTEL BOARD The ESTEL board is a universal logic board of analog inputs/outputs for the 2M series analyzers. This board is optional, and it is possible to install two ESTEL boards in an analyzer. FUNCTION AND USE The ESTEL board has four functions: ...
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ESTEL Board Environnement Duplication prohibited Table 1 – Configuration of ESTEL board – index A Jumper Symbols Nature of operations marks ESTEL selection, board N° 1 ESTEL selection, board N° 2 ST1, ST2, ESTEL selection, board N° 3 ESTEL selection, board N° 4...
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ESTEL Board Environnement Duplication prohibited Table 2 – Configuration of ESTEL board – index B Jumper marks Symbols Nature of operations ESTEL selection, if one board ESTEL selection, if two boards ST5, ST6, ST7 ESTEL selection , if three boards...
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ESTEL Board Environnement Duplication prohibited Specific configuration for 0–5 volt output instead of 0–10 volts Four possible configurations allow for output of 0–5 volts: Board configured for 0–10 volts with addition of a divider (by 2) bridge: The user carries out the operation when specifying the acquisition system.
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ESTEL Board Environnement Duplication prohibited PROGRAMMING The analyzer automatically detects the presence of one or two ESTEL boards and provides menus that let the user adjust and configure each board. ESTEL board programming and configuration is carried out from the « ESTEL card(s) » menu of the « Carte(s) I2C » screen.
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ESTEL Board Environnement Duplication prohibited ESTEL CARD(S) Analog output 1.4.1 This screen lets the user assign parameters to the analog outputs for the ESTEL board whose number is highlighted in the « No » field. These parameters are as follows: ...
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ESTEL Board Environnement Duplication prohibited ESTEL CARD(S) Analog input 1.4.2 Each ESTEL board has four analog inputs: this screen is used to program the following characteristics of these analog inputs: « Name » fields are used to enter a name of up to eight alphanumeric characters.
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ESTEL Board Environnement Duplication prohibited ESTEL CARD(S) Relay 1.4.3 The « Relays » fields are used to set relays according to the following conditions: Disable Relay not assigned General alarm Any operating fault triggers the relay Range over range ...
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ESTEL Board Environnement Duplication prohibited ESTEL CARD(S) Remote controls 1.4.4 This screen displays the assignment of remote control inlets. The available assignment choices are « Inactive », « Stop mode », « Zero Ref. », « Zero », « Span », « Auto span ».
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ESTEL Board Environnement Duplication prohibited INSTALLATION AND REPLACEMENT OF ESTEL BOARD User’s safety recommendation : Switch off the analyzer and unplug the main cable before any maintenance work of the analyzer. Analyzer’s safety recommendation: Respect the connection of ESTEL board / Module board at J20 when reassembling.
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ESTEL Board Environnement Duplication prohibited If the analyzer is already equipped with an ESTEL board, follow step 1.5.4. If the analyzer is not equipped with ESTEL board, follow step 1.5.5. 1.5.4 Dismount ESTEL board. (1) Module board (2) ESTEL board...
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ESTEL Board Environnement Duplication prohibited 1.5.6 Install board inside analyzer. ANALYZER SWITCHED OFF (1) Vertically insert board inside its slot. (2) Rescrew board on the slot. (3) Replace connector on ESTEL board. (4) Reconnect module board at J20. (5) Replace cover on analyzer. See 1.5.3...
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ESTEL Board Environnement Duplication prohibited EXTERNAL CONNECTION OPTIONS Five different ESTEL external connection options are available: DESIGNATION REFERENCE MARK Figure 3 External ESTEL connection P10-1337-A Cable D02-INF-37-37M-M-A Tie-point block interface board C10-0012-A DIN track...
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DNP-ARM7 board Environnement Duplication prohibited DNP-ARM7 BOARD FUNCTION AND USE TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS DNP-ARM7 BOARD CONFIGURATION Table 1 – Inlet/outlet descriptions for the DNP-Arm7_V1 board Table 2 – Switch S1 description for the DNP-Arm7_V1 board Table 3 – Serial link configuration of the DNP-Arm7_V1 board Table 4 –...
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DNP-ARM7 board Environnement Duplication prohibited DNP-ARM7 BOARD The DNP-Arm7 board is a rapid calculation and interfacing board for the measurement modules of the 2M series. It is optionally provided with the analyzers, which require very short response times. FUNCTION AND USE The DNP-Arm7 board provides four functions: ...
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DNP-ARM7 board Environnement Duplication prohibited DNP-ARM7 BOARD CONFIGURATION Upper guiding-mark of the board Figure 1 – DNP-Arm7_V1 board NOVEMBER 2009...
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DNP-ARM7 board Environnement Duplication prohibited Table 1 – Inlet/outlet descriptions for the DNP-Arm7_V1 board Connector Connector Nature of operations Nature of operations marks marks JTAG (in-factory tests) JP13 Board power supply Extension JP15 Life LED I2C bus JP16 ON/OFF switch JP17 Module n°1 ON/OFF...
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DNP-ARM7 board Environnement Duplication prohibited Table 2 – Switch S1 description for the DNP-Arm7_V1 board DIP Switch Symbols Nature of operations By default ON battery down position S1-8 OFF battery up position ON AutoStart down position S1-7 OFF AutoStart up position IP Address = 192.101.0.1...
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DNP-ARM7 board Environnement Duplication prohibited Table 3 – Serial link configuration of the DNP-Arm7_V1 board Jumper By default Symbols Nature of operations marks COM2-TX towards RS4i up position COM2-TX towards module down position COM2-RX towards RS4i up position COM2-RX towards module...
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DNP-ARM7 board Environnement Duplication prohibited Upper guiding-mark of the board Figure 2 – DNP-Arm7_V2 board NOVEMBER 2009...
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DNP-ARM7 board Environnement Duplication prohibited Table 4 - Inlet/outlet descriptions for the DNP-Arm7_V2 board Connector Connector Nature of operations Nature of operations marks marks JTAG (in-factory tests) JP13 Board power supply Extension JP15 Life LED I2C bus JP16 ON/OFF switch JP17 Module n°1 ON/OFF...
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DNP-ARM7 board Environnement Duplication prohibited Table 5 – Switch S1 description for the DNP-Arm7_V2 board DIP Switch Symbols Nature of operations By default OFF Reset ON Reset ON Battery OFF Battery ON AutoStart OFF AutoStart IP Address = 192.101.0.1 Programmed IP Address...
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DNP-ARM7 board Environnement Duplication prohibited Table 6 – Serial link configuration of the DNP-Arm7_V2 board Jumper By default Symbols Nature of operations marks COM2-TX towards RS4i up position COM2-TX towards module down position COM2-RX towards RS4i up position COM2-RX towards module...
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USB Flash Drive Environnement Duplication prohibited USB FLASH DRIVE USB FLASH DRIVE FLASH DRIVE INFORMATION USB FLASH DRIVE SYSTEM BACKUP USB FLASH DRIVE SYSTEM RESTORATION USB FLASH DRIVE RECORDINGS ON USB FLASH USB FLASH DRIVE WITHDRAW USB FLASH DRIVE ...
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USB Flash Drive Environnement Duplication prohibited USB FLASH DRIVE The analyzer is able to detect both type 1 and type 2 USB flash drives, but it operates only at the type 1 speed. When a USB flash drive is inserted, the message shown in the figure below is automatically displayed.
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USB Flash Drive Environnement Duplication prohibited A new menu item specific to the USB flash drive is inserted automatically into the « MAIN MENU » screen before the « TESTS » item when the [F1] key is pressed. This « USB flash drive » menu selection is only available when the USB flash drive is detected by the analyzer: Always use the withdraw function to remove the USB flash drive from the analyzer.
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USB Flash Drive Environnement Duplication prohibited USB FLASH DRIVE FLASH DRIVE INFORMATION This menu describes the characteristics of the USB flash drive: its total storage capacity and the free space available on the disk. Always use the withdraw function to remove the USB flash drive from the analyzer.
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USB Flash Drive Environnement Duplication prohibited USB FLASH DRIVE SYSTEM BACKUP The « USB FLASH DRIVE System backup » menu is used to archive the data and store the analyzer’s program and configuration information on the user’s USB flash drive. Two files are automatically generated in compressed mode on the root directory of the USB flash drive using a specific syntax.
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USB Flash Drive Environnement Duplication prohibited The backup is launched by pressing the [>>] key, which triggers the following display : At the end of the backup, the following message is displayed : Never withdraw the USB flash drive from the analyzer during this operation...
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The backup files can be backed up on a USB flash drive or be supplied via e-mail. (See section 1.2) The validation of this function involves the visualization of the available upgrades on the keys ( here- below example : AS32M ) After selecting the restoration to be carried out, a request for confirmation is displayed:...
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USB Flash Drive Environnement Duplication prohibited After confirmation, the screen shown below is displayed while the restoration is taking place: When the restoration is finished, the display below prompts the user to remove the USB flash drive and to reboot the analyzer in order to activate the restored program.
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USB Flash Drive Environnement Duplication prohibited Never withdraw the USB flash drive from the analyzer during this operation NOVEMBER 2012...
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USB Flash Drive Environnement Duplication prohibited USB FLASH DRIVE RECORDINGS ON USB FLASH This screen allows configuration of parameters for instantaneously recording analyzer measurements on the USB flash drive. The « Period » field is used to establish the frequency of measurement acquisition on the USB flash drive.
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USB Flash Drive Environnement Duplication prohibited USB FLASH DRIVE WITHDRAW If the user does not strictly follow the procedure described below for removing the USB flash drive, on the data might become corrupted and/or inaccessible. In addition, the key will no longer be recognized by the analyzer as long as the analyzer has not been restarted.
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USB Flash Drive Environnement Duplication prohibited USB FLASH DRIVE APPLICATION UPGRADE This procedure describes how to install a program upgrade on the analyzers equipped with the V3.6.A software and upgraded software versions. They are the analyzers equipped with the WEB site.
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