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Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS ACO Automation Components Important information: ■ Please disconnect the power supply for the moisture measuring system before do- ing electrical maintenance (e.g. exchange the sensor). ■ Installation of bus and sensor cables have to be separate to:...
Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS Table of Contents FOREWORD....................... 6 SAFETY ........................7 Application area of the moisture-measuring system DMMS/DIGISYS ..........7 2.1.1. Use as directed ..........................7 2.1.2. Use other than directed ........................7 2.2 Meaning of danger symbols ......................... 8 2.3 Meaning of pictograms .........................
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8.8.2. External material switching (through digital inputs) ................ 55 8.8.3. Example configuration ........................57 8.8.4. Diagnosis ............................58 8.8.5. Memory ............................58 SET UP MEASURING SECTION / CALIBRATION MANUAL DMMS DIGISYS ..59 9.1 Measuring section ..........................59 9.2 Commissioning ........................... 59 10. ERROR REPORTS ....................62 10.1.1.
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ACO Automation Components Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS 12. CONNECT THE USB ADAPTER ................64 12.1.1. Install the driver software ......................64 12.1.2. Connect the USB adapter ......................68 12.1.3. Switch out the USB adapter ....................... 70 12.1.4. Technical data ..........................70...
Date of issue: 01. 10. 2009 ACO Automation Components Johannes Mergl e.K. has taken all necessary care to ensure utmost correct- ness during compilation of these operating instructions. The data specified serves the product description only and should not be interpreted as guaranteed properties in a legal sense. We refuse to accept liability for errors, omissions or the data included herein as regards utilisation.
ACO Automation Components Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS Safety Application area of the moisture-measuring system DMMS/DIGISYS 2.1.1. Use as directed The measuring system has been designed around state-of-the-art technology and all recognised regulations regarding technical safety. Nevertheless, even if these standards are observed, there is a possibility that the life of the user or a third party could be put at risk, or that the plant or other equipment could sustain damage.
Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS ACO Automation Components Meaning of danger symbols The danger symbols in these operating instructions have the following meanings: This is the warning sign. It warns about potential injuries. Follow all measures indicated in this warning sign to avoid injuries or death.
ACO Automation Components Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS Fundamental notes on safety 2.4.1. General operational safety Ensure that the operating instructions are on-hand in the switch cabinet, within which the evaluation and transmission module is installed, at all times! Observe and apply any supplements to the operating instructions, general valid, legal and other obligatory regulations regarding accident-prevention (e.g.
Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS ACO Automation Components Technical data DMMS Sensor Data sheet Physical principle Determining capacity in the high-frequency scatter field Measuring location Outside of the silo, within the silo, via deflection plate, on a belt with guide shoe slides, pipes, conveyor screws Measuring frequency 16 ...
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ACO Automation Components Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS Measurement gauge Master gauge for holes 60 mm var Ø76 Technical data...
ACO Automation Components Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS Evaluation and transmission module These technical data sheets can be obtained directly from WAGO Kontakttechnik GmbH, Minden, or by way of the internet site: http://www.wago.com WAGO 750-833 WAGO 750-550 Field bus controller 2-channel PROFIBUS DP/V1 analogue output terminal 0..10 V...
Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS ACO Automation Components Power pack (DIN rail mounting) Data sheet Type 787-602 Manufacturer: Wago (Internet: www.wago.com) Weight 0.310kg Dimensions (B x H x D) 40 x 95 x 90 mm Operating temperature -10...70°C, with free convection Overtemperature protection...
Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS ACO Automation Components PC-software Data sheet Channels visualisation moisture 16 of 16 Number of channels for simultaneous visualisation 16 of 16 moisture Manual/automatic switching 16 of 16 Graphic test value representation 1 of 16 Parameterisation 1 of 16...
DIGISYS module, modularly extendable Power pack 24V DC PROFIBUS-DP Measure value transfer, material curve switching PC Software DMMS/DIGISYS Display measured values, calibration, set-up, material curves, recording RS-232 Analog measured value output 0-10V, 4-20mA Digital inputs for start / stop control and material curve switching, digital outputs for limit signals.
ACO Automation Components DMMS moisture sensor Short description of sensor The DMMS sensor is a so-called "intelligent sensor". This means that the integrated µ-processor enables the entire problem to be solved in a component with an extended functionality. • Direct digital measuring procedure •...
Body parts and clothing can be drawn into machinery. Warn all persons within immediate proximity of the plant. Maintain a safe distance to potential sources of danger. Procedure for switching on the system: observe the system operating instructions. DMMS moisture sensor...
Protect the sensor against rough mechanical effects, i.e. stone chipping. • Do not strike the ceramic surface. • Install the sensor flush to prevent material encrustations or premature wear. • Hot water from evaporation in the silo damages the sensor or leads to measuring discrepancies. DMMS moisture sensor...
Clean and dry the surface of the sensor. Switch on the system and measuring system. Read off the fraction value for the air and carry out an offset. New calibration of the measuring section is not required (see PC software). DMMS moisture sensor...
Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS ACO Automation Components Bus connection socket The ACO bus connection socket facilitates installation of the sensor bus: • Protection type IP66 • Connection of 1 or 2 moisture sensors • Connection of 1 or 2 bus lines •...
ACO Automation Components Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS Install Bus connection socket Fasten the socket using suitable screws through the holes B. 1..2 Connect the sensors, the white and grey wires serve to determine the sensor address. Connect the cable from the sensor bus.
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Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS ACO Automation Components Short symbols Colour brown pink yellow green white grey o----o bridge Sensor Sensor cable connection address Channel no. o----o o-------o o----o o----o o----o Do not set any double sensor addresses. Sensor cable length: maximum 6m.
WAGO Kontakttechnik GmbH, Minden, or alternatively, from the internet site from WAGO Kontakttechnik GmbH: http://www.wago.com. The field bus controller 750-833000-002 includes ACO-specific Firmware, comprising the complete ACO- DIGISYS - approach: •...
Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS ACO Automation Components 7.2.1. Operating type switch functions Operation mode switch (2) Function From the middle to the upper Activate program processing (RUN) position From the upper to the middle Stop program processing (STOP) position Lower position Not required for users.
PROFIBUS DP, and all control signals such as Start, Fine and Manual can be set. The Profibus DP-interface is described in an own document. This document is stored as a separate file on the CD-ROM. If the paper version is required, please request it from ACO Automation Compo- nents.
Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS ACO Automation Components 7.4.1. Error - flashing code Error signalisation First wait until the LED begins to flicker red, then a flashing sequ. is resulted 4 times.e.g. error code = 2 5 1 4 flickering code 2...
Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS ACO Automation Components PC-software DMMS/DIGISYS The multi-lingual DMMS/DIGISYS PC software allows the possibility of connection to the evaluation and transmission module. Configuration interface A is connected with the communication cable B to serial inter- face C of a PC/notebook.
ACO Automation Components Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS Installation Start the English language version installation program „setupXXX.exe“ on the CD-ROM. Set-up has been initiated - click „next“ Select „I accept the agreement“ Select target drive / directory PC-software DMMS/DIGISYS...
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Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS ACO Automation Components Select entry in the start menu Optional quick-start links Details correct? - Click on „install“ The software is then installed on the PC. PC-software DMMS/DIGISYS...
ACO Automation Components Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS 8.2.1. Start the program The program can now be started from the start menu or via the links on the „desktop“. The user name „administrator“ is to be entered following installation. No password is assumed, simply click on „OK“.
Left-hand selection Right-hand application window window Moisture/temperature screen Measured value display and simulation Info: Information regarding the DMMS, the connected sen- sors and the system Service 01: Name 4 Register to set up the measuring channels: configuration, testscreen, take sample, curves...
ACO Automation Components Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS 8.3.3. Menu structure File Creates a new file with DMMS- settings Open Opens a file with equipment - settings Store All equipment - store settings on the PC Save as All equipment - store settings on the PC under a different name...
Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS ACO Automation Components Extras / Settings Applies to the settings for the PC-software and not the DIGISYS evaluation and transmission module. COM port/ LAN Select the COM-port (serial interface): select COM1..8 or LAN - connection to evaluation and transmission module.
The configuration interface must be connected with the communication cable and the serial interface (COM- port) of the PC. Click menu connect or When connection has been established, read the configuration DMMS by clicking on „yes“. 8.4.2. Menu / write Modifications to the configuration only become effective if they are written in the DIGISYS evaluation and transmission module.
Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS ACO Automation Components Moisture screen / temperature screen Representation of the measured values and the back-up measured values entered „manually“ (channel 1..16). Auto The registered measured values are ready for output. Hand The manual value can be adjusted using the sliding regulators.
ACO Automation Components Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS Info Prog. info Evaluation and transmission module System ID: Identification Software version Hardware version Date: Program date Serial number Sensor info All recognised sensors 1..16 Addr.: Sensor bus address Serial number Hardware version Software version...
Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS ACO Automation Components Service Summary of all functions for arrangement and maintenance of the measuring sections. The measuring channel is first selected, and then the required register: Configuration, test screen, taking a sample or curves. 8.7.1. Configuration...
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ACO Automation Components Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS selection. If a sensor address in brackets (n) is selected, no measure- ment is initiated. Measuring channels without sensor can thus be preconfigured. Activate sensor? The sensor can be deactivated if a malfunction occurs. The settings remain stored.
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Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS ACO Automation Components Select measuring mode Select one of the following measuring modes in the selection window: No measurement Measuring channel is deactivated 1 sensor MW batch Batch measurement 1 sensor Mean value calculator featur- 2 sensors MW batch...
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ACO Automation Components Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS Digital input The function of a digital input must be defined prior to utilisation. Undefined input numbers are indicated in brackets. In „system/settings“ for start-stop control of the „start“ mean value calculator, select „fine“ for curve switching during fine batching.
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Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS ACO Automation Components Other Entry fields for special functions: Function Description Range Default Take cycle Sampling rate (values / seconds) in the function. 0.1-10s 0.1 s sample "Take sample". CMW pause Number of pauses during median value calculation, to pre- 0..255...
ACO Automation Components Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS 8.7.2. Test screen Display of the measured value and status of the measuring channel and their sensors. Between 1 and 3 sensors are represented depending on the measuring mode. Sensors 1: (2:) (3:) Sensor status...
Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS ACO Automation Components 8.7.3. Take sample To obtain a material-specific balance, it is necessary to take samples from the flowing material as the meas- ured parts are being recorded. The weight moistures of the samples are determined in the laboratory by drying or via „Karl Fischer Titration“.
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ACO Automation Components Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS Save to file Display screen Using the display screen key, all measured values which are currently being displayed in the graph can be stored in a text file (*.csv). Buttons rec and pause The keys Rec and Pause allow a long-term recording of the measured values in a text file, optionally with +date and time.
Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS ACO Automation Components 8.7.4. Curves The "curves" feature provides a simple means of creating a suitable calibration curve from the established samples. Material Curves for different materials can be deposited in each measuring channel. Every material name represents its own set of curves.
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ACO Automation Components Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS Sensor, curve S1..S3 coarse S1..S3 fine Selection and display of the curve in the curve set. 1 to 6 curves can be selected depending on the configuration. Arrow keys Graphic display area. y= x Set scaling of the y-axis automatically to 1/100 of the x-axis.
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Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS ACO Automation Components Insert point Parts / F% are entered in the list and the resulting curve is displayed in the graphic Delete point Mark the point in the list, "... delete point Modify point Mark the point, "... modify point", modify parts and F%, then"... modify point"...
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ACO Automation Components Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS Adopt curve: Adopt the curve resulted from the points, also displayed in the graphic Edit polynomial „...Edit polynomial“, modify coefficients, then „... Edit polynomial“ once again Shift curve Shift the curve by +/- 0..5 %F. Small deviations in the measurement can thus be corrected quickly and efficiently, then "...adopt curve"...
Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS ACO Automation Components System 8.8.1. Settings Digital inputs (mode of operation) no function Start mean value start/stop Fine coarse-fine-curve switching Manual value (%*100), auto A manual value can be entered for each measurement channel. In the „auto“ operating mode the measured value is transmitted to the overriding system and a fixed value in the "manual"...
ACO Automation Components Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS Other Field bus Activate PROFIBUS, (see - activation code in extras / settings / enable PROFIBUS) Once Profibus has been activated, material selection via Profibus gains priority over the external material switching. Timeout mat. switch.: Material switching via selector switch, switching only becomes effective after 0.1..5s...
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Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS ACO Automation Components The assignment of the digital inputs is shown on the monitor. Binary code representation Assignment Material- Digital inputs number n = channel -1 0 = 0 V 1 = 24 V PC-software DMMS/DIGISYS...
ACO Automation Components Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS 8.8.3. Example configuration Channel 1: 6 various materials. The digital inputs 1 to 3 are assigned to switch between the materials M00 and M05 from channel 1. Channel 2: 3 various materials. The digital inputs 4 to 5 are assigned to switch between the materials M00 and M02 from channel 2.
Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS ACO Automation Components 8.8.4. Diagnosis Tools for start-up I/O = condition of the WAGO I/O modules Read = query conditions Field bus (PFC-variables) = condition of the PROFIBUS PFC variables Statistics (access to bus sensors): Retries =...
The height of the material on belt feeder is constant. The on-line moisture measuring will be realised with ACO moisture measuring sensor and slide. The moisture measuring sensor is integrated into the slide. They are on top on the sand and both slides over/through the sand.
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(Are big fluctuations in the measuring signal are realizable the value for Konti-time in the register card „configuration“ must be increase. Thereby the analogue output will get a little bit ab- sorbed.) Set up measuring section / Calibration manual DMMS DIGISYS...
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21. If everything is OK, carry out "... Take Over Curve". 22. Confirm the message with "Yes". 23. Store new curve. 24. Confirm the measuring results by way of laboratory samples! DMMS error signalisation Set up measuring section / Calibration manual DMMS DIGISYS...
Errors which are recognised by the DIGISYS evaluation and transmission module are displayed via a flash- ing code (error code). See evaluation and transmission module LED-signalisation. These errors are also listed in a separate window "DMMS error signalisation". The window then remains in the foreground and can be minimised as required. Error reports...
Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS ACO Automation Components 12. Connect the USB adapter • Inspect the USB adapter for damage. Do not connect the cable to the computer yet. Before connecting the cable to the computer, install the USB adapter driver. 12.1.1.
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ACO Automation Components Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS • Click on "downloads" in the pulldown menu „service“. • Click on the button "automation" in the sub menu „downloads“. • Read the general terms and conditions. To install the necessary driver, the general terms and conditions must be accepted.
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Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS ACO Automation Components • Select driver no. 759- 923. • Save the ZIP file to the hard drive. • Expand the Zip file. • Double click "setup.exe". Connect the USB adapter...
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ACO Automation Components Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS • Select the installation path. • If a warning shows up regarding the software installation, click on the button „continue installation“ (or "install now"...). If the installation was successful, a notice will be shown.
Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS ACO Automation Components 12.1.2. Connect the USB adapter When the USB adapter driver has been installed, connect the USB adapter. • Connect the USB adapter to an available USB slot on the computer. The computer's hardware assistant will open.
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ACO Automation Components Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS Select the field „do not find, select driver from a list“. • Click on the „continue“ button. • If a warning shows up regarding the hardware installation, click on the button „continue installation“ (or "install now"...).
Operating Instructions DMMS_DIGISYS ACO Automation Components 12.1.3. Switch out the USB adapter Before the USB adapter is switched out, the driver software must be uninstalled. Uninstall the driver software • Open the device manager. Path: „start\ settings\ control panel\ system\ hardware\ device manager\ connections“...
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