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- Page 1 INFRA C20 Wireless Vibration Monitor Art no. 080-05220-0 Manual ver. N Valid for firmware 2.5.1 Manual Copyright © Sigicom AB 2021 Art.no. ML089-05220-0En...
- Page 2 Only use batteries and power supplies provided or recommended by 8 Accessories Sigicom, see chapter • Do not use C20 batteries in other products than applicable Sigicom products. • A power source connected to the C20 must not be able to supply more than 20V and 3A.
- Page 3 Directive (WEEE directive) 2012/19/EU, category 9: monitoring and control instruments: • Scrapped equipment should be sent back to the manufacturer of the equipment (Sigicom AB) for proper handling according to the WEEE directive. • Sigicom uses a certified local partner for recycling of scrapped equipment.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction ..................7 1.1. INFRA System ................7 1.2. INFRA C20 Vibration Monitor ..........7 1.3. INFRA C20 Enclosure .............. 8 1.4. Unpacking and Parts Identification ........... 9 Product Description ................10 2.1. Keypad ..................10 2.2. - Page 5 GPS time synchronization ............39 6.4. Time Synchronization through Internet ........39 6.5. Daylight Saving Time ............. 40 Technical Specifications ..............41 Accessories ..................42 Maintenance and Calibration ............43 10. Contact and Support ................44 Copyright © Sigicom AB 2021...
- Page 6 Appendix G. Configure APN ..............55 Appendix H. Enter SIM PIN code ............56 Appendix I. Configure PPP authentication ..........58 Developed and manufactured by: Sigicom AB Glasfibergatan 8 SE – 124 45 Älvsjö, Sweden Support: support@sigicom.com Copyright © Sigicom AB 2021...
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Page 7: Introduction
Manual communication is performed by the operator. • At scheduled communication. 1.2. INFRA C20 Vibration Monitor The C20 instrument is a complete wireless vibration monitor measuring in vertical direction. It consists of vibration sensor elements, analog measuring electronics, analog-digital converters, an embedded microcontroller/DSP for digital signal processing etc., a small color... -
Page 8: Infra C20 Enclosure
1.3. INFRA C20 Enclosure The enclosure base is milled out of solid aluminum and includes: • A horizontal hole for wall-mounting (M6 or ¼” bolt). • A vertical hole for floor-mounting (M6 or ¼” bolt). • A front lid covering the two batteries. -
Page 9: Unpacking And Parts Identification
1.4. Unpacking and Parts Identification The INFRA C20 Vibration Monitor has been shipped in protective packaging. Please keep this and use it when transporting your equipment. Verify the package content with the following list: • C20 Vibration Monitor instrument. •... -
Page 10: Product Description
Menu / Enter / Acknowledge / Activate For more information about operation of the graphical user interface, see chapter 5 Operation. Note! The LED indicator (the green circle in the picture above) is only used at firmware upgrade. Copyright © Sigicom AB 2021... -
Page 11: Display
(EVT) values in three directions. Live values for three directions = maximum over the last three seconds. 3. MONITORING status. 4. COMMUNICATION status. 5. GPS position status 6. ERRORS and WARNINGS See chapter 5 for more information about this. Copyright © Sigicom AB 2021... -
Page 12: Batteries
Windows drive via the USB interface. See section 5.8.5. Firmware upgrade is normally performed remotely via INFRA Net but may also be done via the USB interface. See section 5.8.6. Only charging up to battery level 60%, in order to extend battery life Copyright © Sigicom AB 2021... -
Page 13: Memory Card
If the memory card is unintentionally missing (or corrupt), an error message will be displayed at start-up, see Appendix E. Please contact Sigicom Support for guidance regarding memory card formatting or other memory card issues. Note! Only use a memory card approved by Sigicom. - Page 14 Note! The PIN-code lock of the removable mini-SIM card must be deactivated before use in C20. Contact your network provider for pin-code lock deactivation. For activation or deactivation of the embedded SIM card, please contact Sigicom Support. Copyright © Sigicom AB 2021...
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Page 15: Measuring Parts
The main processor of the C20 is a combined general processor and a digital signal processor (DSP). The DSP part of the processor filters, compensates and detects the signals according to the selected measurement standard Copyright © Sigicom AB 2021... -
Page 16: Measuring Logic
The timestamp of the interval is set to the interval end time. The interval time can be set to a value between 5 seconds and 20 minutes. It is set through INFRA Net or the graphical user interface. Copyright © Sigicom AB 2021... -
Page 17: Transient Recording
In this way INFRA Net can indicate possible overload in its interval and transient data reports. Overload is indicated in the display with a “>” before the value. Copyright © Sigicom AB 2021... -
Page 18: Data Storage
3.3. Data Storage C20 follows the data storage model for the new generation of Sigicom’s INFRA instruments. Although data files are accessible through the USB interface (see section 5.8.5), data is only readable after post-processing through INFRA Net. Transient Data 3.3.1. -
Page 19: Configuration And Installation
4. Configuration and Installation 4.1. Configurations and Settings The customer’s INFRA Net account is pre-set from Sigicom prior to delivery and cannot be changed by the customer. Contact Sigicom Support if this needs to be changed. INFRA Net Communication Schedule 4.1.1. -
Page 20: Mounting
Make sure that the C20 is firmly attached and aligned (plumb and level). For correct measuring results, the mounting angle of the instrument must not exceed 5º relative to the horizontal plane. Refer to Sigicom product catalog for more information on mounting solutions. -
Page 21: Operation
After transition into monitoring mode, the instrument will communicate to INFRA Net and transmit its status. Note! Any key stroke while in monitoring mode may cause a disturbance in the measuring result. In previous INFRA systems, Monitoring is called registration (REGON). Copyright © Sigicom AB 2021... -
Page 22: Sensor Test
If the instrument is recording when monitoring off is selected, the recording will be completed before monitoring is stopped. Once monitoring is stopped, the instrument will communicate to INFRA Net and update the instrument’s new status and data. Copyright © Sigicom AB 2021... -
Page 23: Infra Net Communication
Manual INFRA Net Communication 5.4.2. Manual communication can be initiated from the communication screen. Press to enter this screen, and then press again to start the communication. The communication process is displayed on the screen: Copyright © Sigicom AB 2021... -
Page 24: More Communication Information
When the batteries are completely discharged, monitoring will stop and the C20 will turn off. If power was accidentally lost while in monitoring mode (e.g. if the batteries were improperly removed), the C20 will restart monitoring when new or recharged batteries are reinserted. Copyright © Sigicom AB 2021... -
Page 25: Removal And Replacement Of Li-Ion Batteries
Turn the battery lock lever to the other side and remove/replace the second battery. • Reset the lock lever in its middle position for the lid to fit. • Replace the front lid using a Torx T20 driver. Figure 5. Instrument with front lid removed Copyright © Sigicom AB 2021... -
Page 26: Gui Menu
To view and possibly change the monitoring parameters, select “Monitoring config”: → Monitoring config. Frequency weight parameter may also be available, as an additional option, depending on selected standard. to select parameter, and to enter the parameter settings screen. Copyright © Sigicom AB 2021... -
Page 27: Communication Mode
Flight mode: Internet and INFRA Net communication are disabled. Go to “Set communication mode” by pressing → Settings and actions → Communication mode. Flight mode will be indicated on the main screen with an airplane symbol: Copyright © Sigicom AB 2021... -
Page 28: Clock Set
Note! C20 will reboot after the clock is changed. Clock format 5.8.4. Time can be displayed in either 12- or 24-hour format, which is configured by this selection. This configuration is only for the instrument, INFRA Net is not affected by this. Copyright © Sigicom AB 2021... -
Page 29: Usb Memory Interface Mode
3. The microSD memory should now appear as a removable drive in the file system of the PC. 4. When finished command the PC to eject the removable disc. 5. Disconnect the USB connector from the instrument and it will reboot automatically. Copyright © Sigicom AB 2021... -
Page 30: Firmware Upgrade
This section describes how to upgrade to latest FW version when the C20 is in the office. To upgrade a C20 which is monitoring out in the field (so called Remote firmware upgrade), see section 5.10.1. The latest FW release is available for download from the Sigicom Support page: http://support.sigicom.com/infra. - Page 31 The instrument will then restart with the new firmware. The LED is positioned just above the REC-key on the keypad. Note! FW in green; if it is in yellow and without a frame the files are in downloading state. Copyright © Sigicom AB 2021...
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Page 32: Errors And Warnings
Errors are in red text, and warnings in yellow. If there are several errors, use the arrow keys to scroll between them. Each individual error code can be acknowledged / cleared with the key. A list of errors and warnings is presented in Appendix E. Copyright © Sigicom AB 2021... -
Page 33: Power Off And Reboot
Note! Monitoring must be OFF when doing power off or reboot. • Power off. • Reboot. Select either power off or reboot in the list and click . If the selected action is permitted, you will be asked to confirm once again with Copyright © Sigicom AB 2021... -
Page 34: Gui Passcode
(or not entered at all), the C20 GUI will be opened in a ‘view- only’ mode. All settings and actions (including monitoring start) are prohibited. An active passcode may be deactivated in the following way: → Settings and actions → GUI Passcode. Copyright © Sigicom AB 2021... -
Page 35: Infra Net Remote Control
3. Use INFRA Net to change parameter settings. 4. Perform a manual communication again on the C20 to read the new change request. The changes will then be performed. For further information about INFRA Net remote control, see INFRA Net Hardware manual. Copyright © Sigicom AB 2021... -
Page 36: Remote Firmware Upgrade
Hardware tab) Special commands → Remote Reboot followed by Manage changes → Commit. The data logger will perform the reboot at the next communication. It may take several minutes until the firmware files have been downloaded. Copyright © Sigicom AB 2021... -
Page 37: Remote Shut Down
Please select (in INFRA Net – Hardware tab) Special commands → Remote Update GPS Position followed by Manage changes → Commit. The C20 will perform the update at the next communication. First a controlled “Stop Monitoring” will be performed. Copyright © Sigicom AB 2021... -
Page 38: Other Functions
Yellow: a GPS position is received with lower accuracy (estimated position error normally > 20 m) • Green, a GPS position is received with high accuracy (estimated position error < 20 m, but it needs to be outdoor) Copyright © Sigicom AB 2021... -
Page 39: Gps Time Synchronization
(whole) second. This makes it possible to use two or more INFRA C20 to measure the ground wave, for example caused by railway traffic. It is here recommended that the units are placed with a distance of at least 50 meters between them, and that their Trigger level is so low that they each trigger a transient. -
Page 40: Daylight Saving Time
(STD) is configured with the time zone mentioned above. The C20 does not need to turn monitoring off during the transition. All data from C20 is time stamped with UTC time. Daylight Saving Time only affects the presentation of time. Copyright © Sigicom AB 2021... -
Page 41: Technical Specifications
Static pressure: 101.3 kPa (14.7 psi) Accuracy: Noise and interference according to EMC demands in IEC61326-1:2006. Transient low-pass filter characteristics: - 0.5 dB at 467Hz, -3dB at 627Hz. Operations temp: -20°C to +50°C (-4°F to 122°F) Copyright © Sigicom AB 2021... -
Page 42: Accessories
Socket wrench 10 mm with handle, part number 080-01893-0 • Hex screwdriver 3 mm (for plastic antenna cover), part number 080-01894-0 • Transport case INFRA C2x, part number 080-01888-0 See latest INFRA product catalogue for a complete list of accessories and more details. Copyright © Sigicom AB 2021... -
Page 43: Maintenance And Calibration
If the backup battery drops below 2.6 V, a warning message will be communicated. For replacement of the backup battery, send the instrument to Sigicom. • If repair is required, please contact Sigicom prior to sending the instrument in for repair. Copyright © Sigicom AB 2021... -
Page 44: Contact And Support
SE-12545 ÄLVSJÖ Sverige Phone: +46 8 4499750 Email: info@sigicom.com USA: Sigicom Inc. 2636 Midpoint Drive Ste B Fort Collins, CO 80525 Phone: 970-493-1552 Email: info@sigicom.com World-wide Support: Phone: +46 8 44 99 770 Email: support@sigicom.com Copyright © Sigicom AB 2021... -
Page 45: Appendix A. Battery Level Limits
Service messages are sent when the SOC level falls below the BAT LOW or BAT CRITICAL levels. For replacement of the backup battery, send the instrument to Sigicom. SOC = State-Of-Charge (a combined state of charge of the two batteries). -
Page 46: Appendix B. Li-Ion Battery Transport
Transport by Air is prohibited according to the IATA Special Provision A154. • Follow safety instruction for Li-Ion batteries in the beginning of this manual. • Call Sigicom for consultation before any transportation. Note! Worn out batteries are forbidden in air transport. Copyright © Sigicom AB 2021... -
Page 47: Appendix C. Safe Handling Of Li-Ion Batteries
• Place the safety instruction easily seen in all sites where batteries are handled. • Inform personnel about the instruction. • Report all safety related events to management. Reference: http://batteryuniversity.com/learn/article/safety_concerns_with_li_ion Copyright © Sigicom AB 2021... -
Page 48: Appendix D. In Case Of Li-Ion Battery Fire
COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL PLACE THE BATTERY IN SAND FILLED BUCKET, PLACE OUTSIDE IF POSSIBLE USE FIRE EXTINGUISHER WATER IS OK IF NO OTHER KIND OF FIRE EXTINGUISHER IS AVAILABLE PUT SEEMINGLY BURNED-OUT BATTERY OUTSIDE FOR A TIME Copyright © Sigicom AB 2021... -
Page 49: Appendix E. Errors And Warnings
E102 Instrument humidity warning Check that all screws of the instrument lid are tightened E110 File system failure Check the memory card Is set if instrument time differs two seconds or more from correct time. Copyright © Sigicom AB 2021... -
Page 50: Appendix F. Measurement Standards
NS 8141:2013 Byggverk 250 mm/s 3 – 400 Hz S25B NS 8141:2013 Byggverk 25 mm/s 3 – 400 Hz S53A Geophone 250 mm/s 5 – 500 Hz S53B Geophone 25 mm/s 5 – 500 Hz Copyright © Sigicom AB 2021... - Page 51 Vibration och stöt – Mätning och riktvärden för bedömning av komfort i byggnader. Level, frequency ranges: 20 mm/s, RMS, 1-80 Hz Filtered according to ISO 2631-2, time constant 1 s Max resolution in presentation: 0.005 mm/s RMS and 3 significant digits Copyright © Sigicom AB 2021...
- Page 52 The stated level range is only valid at 80Hz because the sensor element measures velocity. At lower frequencies the level range is lower, it is for example 25 m/s at 16 Hz. Above 80Hz the level range is higher. Copyright © Sigicom AB 2021...
- Page 53 Vibrasjoner og støt - Måling i bygninger av vibrasjoner fra landbasert samferdsel og veiledning for bedømmelse av virkning på mennesker. Level, frequency ranges: 20 mm/s RMS, 1-80 Hz Filtered according to ISO 2631-2, time constant 1 s Copyright © Sigicom AB 2021...
- Page 54 0.4 – 220 mm/s. 53B. Geophone Unfiltered geophone signal. Upper frequency limit 500 Hz. Level and frequency ranges: 25 mm/s, 5-500 Hz. Max resolution in presentation: 0.005 mm/s and 3 significant digits. Threshold range: 0.04 – 22 mm/s. Copyright © Sigicom AB 2021...
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Page 55: Appendix G. Configure Apn
3. When succeeded, the file name above is changed to _extapn.txt. If, by some reason the APN needs to be set back to empty, create the file extapn.txt, keep it empty and follow steps 1 to 3 form the list above. Copyright © Sigicom AB 2021... -
Page 56: Appendix H. Enter Sim Pin Code
If the PUK code is “12345678”, and the new PIN code is “1111”, write the following: 1111 12345678 After this is done, follow steps 2-5 from the list above. If successful, the SIM-card will now be unlocked, and the PIN code set to “1111”. Copyright © Sigicom AB 2021... - Page 57 Note! The unit will only try a PIN code (or PUK code) once. This is to avoid accidentally locking the SIM-card if multiple connections are attempted. Therefore, it is safe (but useless) to retry a connection with an incorrect PIN code that has already been tested. Copyright © Sigicom AB 2021...
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Page 58: Appendix I. Configure Ppp Authentication
Note! To clear configured PPP authentication, follow the same steps but do not write anything in the pppauth.txt file. If PPP authentication is not configured, the fields “User” and “Pwd” will not be visible in the SIM information menu (see step 5 above). Copyright © Sigicom AB 2021...
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