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Blackbird OECD
Blackbird OECD
(6CH, ETH)
(6CH, ETH)
MDE1185
MDE1185
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Product Type
Product Type
Product Version
Product Version
Document Version
Document Version
Issue Date
Issue Date
Language
Language
Measuring
Measuring
device
device
1.3.x
1.3.x
5.0
5.0
2020-02-07
2020-02-07
en-us
en-us

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE Measuring Measuring Product Type Product Type Blackbird OECD Blackbird OECD device device Product Version Product Version 1.3.x 1.3.x (6CH, ETH) (6CH, ETH) Document Version Document Version MDE1185 MDE1185 Issue Date Issue Date 2020-02-07 2020-02-07 Language Language en-us...
  • Page 2 Brand names and protected trademarks are the property of their respective owners. The naming of brand names and protected trademarks has only descriptive character. Named trademarks are not part of any partnership or cooperation with fos4X. MDE1185_4-10_1.3.x_5.0_Blackbird 2 / 48 ©...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    3.2.1 Measurement and Sensors..............12 3.2.2 Interfaces....................14 3.2.3 Optical Data....................14 3.2.4 Electrical Data..................15 3.2.5 Environmental Conditions..............15 3.2.6 Tested Standards and MTBF............... 16 3.2.7 Mechanical Data..................16 3.2.8 Dimensions....................17 MDE1185_4-10_1.3.x_5.0_Blackbird © fos4X 2020 3 / 48 OECD_(6CH, ETH)-en-us...
  • Page 4 5.5 Connecting a Sensor..................29 Commissioning....................31 6.1 Commissioning the Ethernet Interface............31 Operation......................32 7.1 Monitoring Operation..................32 Troubleshooting....................33 8.1 Troubleshooting PWR LED................33 8.2 Troubleshooting Signal Quality..............34 8.3 Troubleshooting Ethernet................36 MDE1185_4-10_1.3.x_5.0_Blackbird 4 / 48 © fos4X 2020 OECD_(6CH, ETH)-en-us...
  • Page 5 9.2 Corrective Maintenance..................38 9.2.1 Cleaning E-2000/APC Connections..........38 9.2.2 Replacing the PWR Connector............39 9.2.3 Firmware Update................... 40 9.3 fos4X Support...................... 42 9.4 Spare Parts and Accessories................43 10 Taking out of Service and Disposal............... 44 10.1 Taking out of Service..................44 10.2 Disassembly......................45 10.3 Disposal........................
  • Page 6: About This Document

    The safety notes with the signal words Caution and Notice have the following meanings: CAUTION Risk which, if not avoided, could result in minor injury. NOTICE Risk which, if not avoided, will result in damage to property. MDE1185_4-10_1.3.x_5.0_Blackbird 6 / 48 © fos4X 2020 OECD_(6CH, ETH)-en-us...
  • Page 7: Non-Safety-Related Information

    Name of a window or button in the software CONTROL ELEMENT Designation of a control element of the product Abbreviations Direct Current Ethernet GTIN Global Trade Item Number International Protection Light Emmiting Diode MDE1185_4-10_1.3.x_5.0_Blackbird © fos4X 2020 7 / 48 OECD_(6CH, ETH)-en-us...
  • Page 8 1. About this Document Maximum MTBF Mean Time Between Failures OECD Opto-Electronic Converter Device Personal Computer Single Mode Fiber User Datagram Protocol MDE1185_4-10_1.3.x_5.0_Blackbird 8 / 48 © fos4X 2020 OECD_(6CH, ETH)-en-us...
  • Page 9: Safety

    2 Safety Conformity The product is in conformity with the relevant Union harmonisation legislation. The EU Declaration of Conformity is available on request. Contact details see fos4X Support, page 42. 2.2 Changes to the Product Changes to the product may only be carried out by fos4X.
  • Page 10: Intended Use

    Task Personnel Maintenance Taking out of Service Instructed personnel Disassembly fos4X or specialized disposal company Disposal 2.4 Intended Use The measurement device Blackbird OECD is designed exclusively for the measurement of fiber optical sensors in industrial environments. Any other use or use going beyond this is considered improper use.
  • Page 11: Product Description

    The Blackbird OECD consists of the following components: Mounting plate: Used to attach the Blackbird OECD with 4 M6 bolts or welding studs. E-2000/APC connectors: 6 sockets for the connection of fiber optical sensors with E-2000/APC connector. MDE1185_4-10_1.3.x_5.0_Blackbird © fos4X 2020 11 / 48 OECD_(6CH, ETH)-en-us...
  • Page 12: Operation

    Ethernet 3.2 Technical Data 3.2.1 Measurement and Sensors Measuring Properties Table 3: Measuring Properties Property Value Unit Channels Measuring range 1545.5 … 1561.0 MDE1185_4-10_1.3.x_5.0_Blackbird 12 / 48 © fos4X 2020 OECD_(6CH, ETH)-en-us...
  • Page 13 Fiber Bragg grating 70 ± 20 Reflectivity Full width half maximum (FWHM) 400 ... 600 Side lobe suppression > 12 Compatible sensors from fos4X Table 5: Compatible sensors from fos4X Measurand Sensor fos4Strain Strain fos4Strain expert MDE1185_4-10_1.3.x_5.0_Blackbird © fos4X 2020...
  • Page 14: Interfaces

    Property Value Unit Connector type E-2000/APC Fiber type SMF 28 compatible Output power per channel (max.) < 10 Output power per channel (typical) 0.5 ... 1 Laser Class (DIN EN 60825-1) MDE1185_4-10_1.3.x_5.0_Blackbird 14 / 48 © fos4X 2020 OECD_(6CH, ETH)-en-us...
  • Page 15: Electrical Data

    °C (Operation) Permitted relative humidity (Non-condensing) 5 … 95 (Operation) Cooling Passive * The specified protection class only applies if the cable connections have the same or a higher protection class. MDE1185_4-10_1.3.x_5.0_Blackbird © fos4X 2020 15 / 48 OECD_(6CH, ETH)-en-us...
  • Page 16: Tested Standards And Mtbf

    > 100000 3.2.7 Mechanical Data Table 12: Mechanical Data Property Value Unit Length Height Width Total weight * Blackbird OECD without packaging Table 13: Mounting Property Value Unit Mounting 4x M6 MDE1185_4-10_1.3.x_5.0_Blackbird 16 / 48 © fos4X 2020 OECD_(6CH, ETH)-en-us...
  • Page 17: Dimensions

    3. Product Description 3.2.8 Dimensions Number of channels depends on the variant. Figure 4: Dimensions (front view) MDE1185_4-10_1.3.x_5.0_Blackbird © fos4X 2020 17 / 48 OECD_(6CH, ETH)-en-us...
  • Page 18 3. Product Description Figure 5: Dimensions (top view) MDE1185_4-10_1.3.x_5.0_Blackbird 18 / 48 © fos4X 2020 OECD_(6CH, ETH)-en-us...
  • Page 19: Markings On The Product

    Optional: Customer-specific ERP number: ERP 123456 GTIN: P/N: 4251112345678 3.4 Display and Control Elements 3.4.1 Status LEDs 3.4.1.1 LED Flashing Patterns The Blackbird OECD uses different LED flashing patterns to signal the device status. MDE1185_4-10_1.3.x_5.0_Blackbird © fos4X 2020 19 / 48 OECD_(6CH, ETH)-en-us...
  • Page 20 Description LED is continuously on Slow flashing Fast flashing Single flash Double flash Triple flash Quadruple flash 3.4.1.2 LEDs on the PWR connector There are 2 LEDs on the PWR connector. MDE1185_4-10_1.3.x_5.0_Blackbird 20 / 48 © fos4X 2020 OECD_(6CH, ETH)-en-us...
  • Page 21 System not Identify Fast flashing adjusted The STATUS-LED flashes quickly every 4 s when in the state Table 17: STATUS-LED and device state Device state Description System healthy Normal operation MDE1185_4-10_1.3.x_5.0_Blackbird © fos4X 2020 21 / 48 OECD_(6CH, ETH)-en-us...
  • Page 22 System not adjusted loaded Microcontroller defective 3.4.1.3 LEDs on the ETH Connector There are 2 LEDs on the Ethernet connector. Figure 8: LED on the Ethernet connector. 1 Power-LED (green) 2 Status-LED (yellow) MDE1185_4-10_1.3.x_5.0_Blackbird 22 / 48 © fos4X 2020 OECD_(6CH, ETH)-en-us...
  • Page 23: Software

    23. Measurements are not possible. Table 19: Signal Quality Signal Quality Associated status codes Signal Good Temperature Low Temperature High Signal Level Low Signal Warning Signal Level High Wavelength Low Wavelength High MDE1185_4-10_1.3.x_5.0_Blackbird © fos4X 2020 23 / 48 OECD_(6CH, ETH)-en-us...
  • Page 24: Ethernet Interface

    Communication takes place via IPv6 link-local addresses. The fos4X multicast address ff02::13c is used for device recognition. For communication via the Ethernet interface, fos4X recommends the use of the fos4X C API. See fos4X C API documentation. Time synchronization...
  • Page 25: Packaging And Transport

    Remove the upper foam part from the box. Remove the measuring device from the box. Check the scope of delivery. See Scope of Delivery, page 25. If parts of the scope of delivery are missing: Contact fos4X Support. See fos4X Support, page 42. MDE1185_4-10_1.3.x_5.0_Blackbird ©...
  • Page 26: Packing

    Transporting the Blackbird OECD: Handle the Blackbird OECD with care during transport. Observe the transport conditions. See Environmental Conditions, page 15. Pack the Blackbird OECD in a transport packaging. See Packing, page 26. MDE1185_4-10_1.3.x_5.0_Blackbird 26 / 48 © fos4X 2020 OECD_(6CH, ETH)-en-us...
  • Page 27: Storage

    Store the Blackbird OECD in a dry and clean place. Store the Blackbird OECD in a transport packaging. See Packing, page 26. Observe the environmental conditions. See Environmental Conditions, page 15. MDE1185_4-10_1.3.x_5.0_Blackbird © fos4X 2020 27 / 48 OECD_(6CH, ETH)-en-us...
  • Page 28: Installation

    Attaching the measuring device in the control cabinet: Attach the measuring device with 4x M6 screws and nuts. Control cabinets from fos4X provide 4 welding studs to attach the measuring device with 4 x M6 nuts. 5.3 Connecting the Interfaces Connecting the Ethernet Interface: Connect a RJ45 cable to the ETH connector.
  • Page 29: Connecting The Power Supply

    Clean sockets and plugs with a optical connector cleaner before connecting. The assignment of channels and sensors depends on the application of the Blackbird OECD. If available: Observe the color coding of the sensors and channels. MDE1185_4-10_1.3.x_5.0_Blackbird © fos4X 2020 29 / 48 OECD_(6CH, ETH)-en-us...
  • Page 30 Close the protective cover (3). Connect the connector (2) to the socket (4). The connector (2) snaps into the socket (4) with a clicking sound. The sensor is connected. Repeat the procedure for all sensors. MDE1185_4-10_1.3.x_5.0_Blackbird 30 / 48 © fos4X 2020 OECD_(6CH, ETH)-en-us...
  • Page 31: Commissioning

    6. Commissioning 6 Commissioning Observe the safety instructions. See Safety, page 9. Commissioning the Ethernet Interface For communication via the Ethernet interface, fos4X recommends the use of the fos4X C API. See fos4X C API documentation. MDE1185_4-10_1.3.x_5.0_Blackbird © fos4X 2020...
  • Page 32: Operation

    Monitoring Operation In normal operation of the Blackbird OECD no operating actions are necessary. Monitor operation via an interface. See Software, page 23. In case of errors see Troubleshooting, page 33. MDE1185_4-10_1.3.x_5.0_Blackbird 32 / 48 © fos4X 2020 OECD_(6CH, ETH)-en-us...
  • Page 33: Troubleshooting

    Tasks that are not described in these operating instructions may only be done by fos4X. 8.1 Troubleshooting PWR LED If the described options do not help to fix the problem: Contact fos4X Support. See fos4X Support, page 42. Table 21: Troubleshooting PWR LEDs Problem Possible cause Solution Check the power cable for damage.
  • Page 34: Troubleshooting Signal Quality

    Check the status of the measuring device. 8.2 Troubleshooting Signal Quality If the described options do not help to fix the problem: Contact fos4X Support. See fos4X Support, page 42. Table 22: Troubleshooting Signal Quality Signal Quality Status codes...
  • Page 35 15. High Signal Error Clean the optical connectors. Signal Level Too See Cleaning E-2000/APC Connections, page 38. Reboot the Blackbird OECD. Signal Level Too Turn the power supply off and High MDE1185_4-10_1.3.x_5.0_Blackbird © fos4X 2020 35 / 48 OECD_(6CH, ETH)-en-us...
  • Page 36: Troubleshooting Ethernet

    Turn the power supply off and Device Wait until the initialization is Initializing complete. 8.3 Troubleshooting Ethernet If the described options do not help to fix the problem: Contact fos4X Support. See fos4X Support, page 42. MDE1185_4-10_1.3.x_5.0_Blackbird 36 / 48 © fos4X 2020 OECD_(6CH, ETH)-en-us...
  • Page 37 Check that the Ethernet cable is plugged in. No Ethernet connection. Error in the Check the Ethernet network and Ethernet network. configuration. Blackbird OECD Contact fos4X Support. See fos4X defective. Support, page 42. MDE1185_4-10_1.3.x_5.0_Blackbird © fos4X 2020 37 / 48 OECD_(6CH, ETH)-en-us...
  • Page 38: Maintenance

    Type Quantity GTIN Recommended: Optical connector Fujikura 4251140910209 cleaner OCC-A Ultra Cleaning E-2000/APC connections: Release the locking mechanism (1) of the connector (2). Remove the connector (2) from the socket (4). MDE1185_4-10_1.3.x_5.0_Blackbird 38 / 48 © fos4X 2020 OECD_(6CH, ETH)-en-us...
  • Page 39: Replacing The Pwr Connector

    Dispose of old MC 1,5/ 2-GF-3,81 in accordance with local regulations. Attach the cable of the power supply to the MC 1,5/ 2- GF-3,81 connector. Observe the pin assignments (+) and (-) on the PWR connector. MDE1185_4-10_1.3.x_5.0_Blackbird © fos4X 2020 39 / 48 OECD_(6CH, ETH)-en-us...
  • Page 40: Firmware Update

    Conditions: Firmware archive for the Blackbird OECD available. IPv6 protocol enabled on the PC. Doing a firmware update via fos4X Firmware Flasher: Stop the normal operation of the Blackbird OECD. If necessary: Remove the cable from the ETH connector. Connect the PC to the ETH connector.
  • Page 41 9. Maintenance Figure 14: fos4X Firmware Flasher Select the network adapter in Network Interface. Detected measurement devices are displayed in Available Devices. If the Blackbird OECD is not displayed: Make sure that the PC is connected to the ETH port of the Blackbird OECD.
  • Page 42: Fos4X Support

    Answers will be sent within one working day. +49 89 999542-02 Phone Monday-Friday 9:00-17:00 CET. The support of fos4X is available in German and English. Please include the following information in your support request: Product name Product type Serial number Nature of the problem MDE1185_4-10_1.3.x_5.0_Blackbird...
  • Page 43: Spare Parts And Accessories

    Table 27: Spare Parts Name Type Manufacturer GTIN Power supply MC 1,5/ 2-GF-3,81 Phoenix Contact 4017918050313 connector Accessories Table 28: Accessories Name Type Manufacturer GTIN Optical connector OCC-A Ultra Fujikura 4251140910209 cleaner MDE1185_4-10_1.3.x_5.0_Blackbird © fos4X 2020 43 / 48 OECD_(6CH, ETH)-en-us...
  • Page 44: Taking Out Of Service And Disposal

    Remove 4x M6 screws or nuts. Mounting depends on the installation. See Attaching the Measuring Device in the Control Cabinet, page 28. Remove the Blackbird OECD from the control cabinet. Pack the Blackbird OECD. See Packing, page 26. MDE1185_4-10_1.3.x_5.0_Blackbird 44 / 48 © fos4X 2020 OECD_(6CH, ETH)-en-us...
  • Page 45: Disassembly

    10. Taking out of Service and Disposal 10.2 Disassembly The product may only be disassembled by fos4X or a specialized disposal company. 10.3 Disposal NOTICE Risk to the environment due to incorrect disposal of the product. Improper disposal of the product may cause damage to the environment.
  • Page 46: List Of Figures

    PWR connector....................... 29 Fig. 11. E-2000/APC connector and socket................30 Fig. 12. E-2000/APC connector and socket................38 Fig. 13. PWR connector....................... 39 Fig. 14. fos4X Firmware Flasher....................41 Fig. 15. E-2000/APC connector and socket................44 MDE1185_4-10_1.3.x_5.0_Blackbird 46 / 48 © fos4X 2020 OECD_(6CH, ETH)-en-us...
  • Page 47: List Of Tables

    Representation of the information in the operating instructions....7 Tab. 2. Tasks............................9 Tab. 3. Measuring Properties....................12 Tab. 4. Requirements for sensors....................13 Tab. 5. Compatible sensors from fos4X................13 Tab. 6. Ethernet-Interface......................14 Tab. 7. Optical Data........................14 Tab. 8. Electrical Data........................15 Tab. 9.

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