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DEWE3-M4
TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL
WELCOME TO
THE WORLD OF
DEWETRON!
Congratulations on your new device! It
will supply you with accurate, complete
and reproducible measurement results
for your decision making.
ISO9001
Look forward to the easy handling and
the flexible and modular use of your
DEWETRON product and draw upon
more than 30 years of DEWETRON ex-
EN ISO 14001
pertise in measurement engineering.
THE MEASURABLE DIFFERENCE.
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- Page 1 ISO9001 Look forward to the easy handling and the flexible and modular use of your DEWETRON product and draw upon more than 30 years of DEWETRON ex- EN ISO 14001 pertise in measurement engineering. THE MEASURABLE DIFFERENCE.
- Page 2 Copyright © DEWETRON GmbH This document contains information which is protected by copyright. All rights are reserved. Reproduction, adaptation, or translation without prior written permission is prohibited, except as allowed under the copyright laws. All trademarks and registered trademarks are acknowledged to be the property of their owners.
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Page 3: Preface
This guide includes important startup notes, as well as safety notes and information about keeping your DEWETRON system in good working condition over time. However, this manual cannot and is not intended to replace adequate training. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Digital I/O connector ...........17 Preface ..........3 AUX terminal ............ 18 Thank you! ............3 PPS terminal ............. 18 Intended use ............3 Counter and digital I/O ........19 Advanced counter ..........19 Safety ..........6 EPAD2 connector ..........19 Safety instructions ..........6 RS-232 interface connector (COM 1) ....20 General safety instructions ........ - Page 5 Support ...............42 Service and repairs ..........42 Letter of volatility ......43 Volatile memory ..........43 Non-volatile memory ..........43 Certificate of conformity....44 CE certificate of conformity .........44 Conformity to IEC 61000-4-30 ......45 DEWE3-M4 • Technical reference • Printing version 1.0.1 • August 25, 2022...
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Page 6: Safety
Safety Safety Safety instructions The following section contains warning and safety instructions that must be observed by the user. Faultless operation can only be guaranteed if these instructions are observed. General safety instructions Use this system under the terms of the specifications only to avoid any possible danger. If the unit is used in a man- ner not specified by the manufacturer the protection can be impaired. -
Page 7: Electrical Safety Instructions
DO NOT use the system in rooms with flammable gases, fumes or dust or in adverse environmental conditions. Direct exposure of any DEWETRON product to strong sunlight or other heat radiation shall be prevented, as this could excessively heat up the product and lead to permanent damage of the product. -
Page 8: Safety Notices During Operation
Safety Safety notices during operation During the use of the system, it might be possible to access another parts of a more comprehensive system. Read and follow the safety instructions provided in the manuals of all other components regarding warning and security advices for using the system. -
Page 9: Notices
Protective conductor terminal (IEC 60417-5019; 2006-08) Equipment protected throughout by double insulation or reinforced insulation (IEC 60417-5172; 2003-02) On (power) (IEC 60417-5007; 2002-10) Off (power) (IEC 60417-5008; 2002-10) DEWE3-M4 • Technical reference • Printing version 1.0.1 • August 25, 2022... -
Page 10: General Information
Often intrusive IT software or network processes can interfere with the primary function of the DEWETRON system: to record data. Therefore we recommend strongly against the installation of IT/MIS software and running their process- es on any DEWETRON data acquisition system, and cannot guarantee the performance of our systems if they are so configured. -
Page 11: Printing History
General information PARTICULAR PURPOSE. DEWETRON shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential dam- ages, whether based on contract, tort, or any other legal theory, in connection with the furnishing of this document or the use of the information in this document. -
Page 12: Main System
0 °C to +50 °C, down to -20 °C with pre-warmed unit Storage temperature -20 °C to +70 °C Humidity 10 % to 80 %, non condensing; 5 % to 95 % rel. humidity Altitude 4000 m (13,123 ft.) Tab. 1: System specifications DEWE3-M4... -
Page 13: Dimensions
1) Depending on installed TRION series modules. Refer to the TRION technical reference manual. Dimensions* 15,5 61,5 61,5 15,5 230,5 *) Dimensions in mm (1 inch = 25.4 mm) Fig. 1: Dimensions DEWE3-M4 DEWE3-M4 • Technical reference • Printing version 1.0.1 • August 25, 2022... -
Page 14: Block Diagram
main SyStem Block diagram TRION3/TRION/TRION Timing 400 MB/s 4 slot PCIe x1 TRION3/TRION TRION3 GBit LAN Gen2 TRION3/TRION backplane GBit LAN TRION3/TRION SYNC bus HDMI 1 DIO, CNT HDMI 2 Motherboard LVDS PPS/IRIG, GPS, CAN USB 3.0 Optional features USB 3.0 COM1 PCIe x1 Dual LAN... -
Page 15: Connections And Ports
10. Dual LAN GBit connectors 10/100/1000 (BaseT Eth- ernet / RJ45 connector) Fig. 4: DEWE3-M4 connections and ports 1) The interfaces are available on every device, but are only functional if the corresponding option has been purchased. DEWE3-M4 • Technical reference • Printing version 1.0.1 • August 25, 2022... -
Page 16: Labels
Tab. 2: Active sync LEDs TRION/TRION3 series module slots The device is equipped with 4 slots for TRION/TRION3 series modules. The DEWE3-M4 supports all modules. For de- tails see DEWE3/TRION(3) hardware compatibility on page 28. For more information about the various modules refer to TRION series modules overview on page 28. -
Page 17: Digital I/O Connector
Digital output 4 DO; TTL Output indication LED (green = high; off = low) Maximum current 25 mA continuously Power-on default Connector D-SUB-25 socket Tab. 3: Digital I/O connector specifications DEWE3-M4 • Technical reference • Printing version 1.0.1 • August 25, 2022... -
Page 18: Aux Terminal
connectionS and PortS AUX terminal AUX specifications Functionality Camera trigger, trigger output, acquisition clock and programmable clock output Compatibility (output) LVTTL, 10 mA Overvoltage protection ±20 V Power-on default Connection Pin 24 on digital I/O connector Tab. 4: AUX specifications The auxiliary terminal could be used as programmable frequency output for synchronizing external hardware. The output can be set in the Sync Out AUX settings via System Settings →... -
Page 19: Counter And Digital I/O
Functional description of advanced counter on page 189 of the TRION(3) series modules manual. EPAD2 connector To connect DEWETRON EPAD2 modules to the system, a LEMO EGG.1B.304 socket is provided. Shield is connected on housing. RS-485 A RS-485 B +12 V Fig. 10: Pin assignment EPAD2 connector... -
Page 20: Rs-232 Interface Connector (Com 1)
Fig. 11: Pin assignment RS-232 interface connector (COM1) SSD drive bay The DEWE3-M4 equipped with a drive bay for a pre-installed 1 TB SSD (400 MB/s) dedicated for data storage, as well as a 256 GB SSD for operating system and application software. -
Page 21: Power Supply Input Connector
Expectable runtime with 3 batteries: ~2 h (average configuration) / ~1.2 h (max. configuration) The picture shows a DEWE3-A4 system; the DW2-UPS-250-DC uninterruptible power supply device is compatible with various systems including a DEWE3-M4. DEWE3-M4 • Technical reference • Printing version 1.0.1 • August 25, 2022... -
Page 22: Ptp/Ieee 1588 (Optional)
connectionS and PortS PTP/IEEE 1588 (optional) The DEWE3-OPT-IRIG/PTP function is an optional feature and provides the following synchronization input modes: ` PTP/IEEE 1588 ` IRIG PTP/IEEE 1588 specifications IP mode Multicast Protocol UDP / IPv4; ETH Delay mechanism End-to-end; peer-to-peer IP address method DHCP RJ-45 Ethernet plug for 10 / 100 Mbit Ethernet connection;... -
Page 23: Gps (Optional)
100 ppm. If for some reason a hard resync is needed the restart limit could be set to a low value. In that case the datafile will be interrupted. Fig. 14: Gapless recording DEWE3-M4 • Technical reference • Printing version 1.0.1 • August 25, 2022... -
Page 24: Optional Accessory
Camera trigger cable (5 m) to synchronize a CAM-ALVIUM-1800-U camera via an AUX socket of TRION modules or on the front plate of a DEWE3-A4 and DEWE3-M4. INFORMATION The type of TRION module or whether the camera is to be connected to the front panel must be spec- ified before ordering. -
Page 25: Can Connector (Optional)
The highspeed CAN bus supports bit rates of up to 1 Mbit/s (or >125 kbit/s). The schematic below will give you an overview of the highspeed CAN bus topology and the termination resistor place- ment. DEWE3-M4 • Technical reference • Printing version 1.0.1 • August 25, 2022... -
Page 26: Termination
connectionS and PortS CAN_H Bus lines: max. 40 m 120 Ω 120 Ω device CAN_L Stub lines: max. 0.3 m device device device Fig. 17: Highspeed CAN Cable lengths for highspeed CAN bus The cabling characteristics and the desired bit transmission rate affect the allowable cable length. ISO-11898 standard specifies a maximum bus length of 40 m and a maximum stub length of 0.3 m with a maximum of 30 nodes for a bitrate of 1 Mbit/s. -
Page 27: Working With The System
In 2019, DEWETRON introduced a new family of data acquisition systems, the DEWE3 and TRION3 express series. The DEWE3-M4 chassis feature a PXIe hybrid backplane and supports any TRION3 series modules. It is also backward compatible and does support all TRION™ series modules from previous generation. -
Page 28: Digital Modules
WorkinG With the SyStem Sample rate Connector Channels Resolution Isolation ANALOG modules per channel type D-SUB, TRION-2402-MULTI 4 or 8 200 kS/s 24 bit LEMO 0B 24 bit LEMO 1B, TRION-1620-ACC 2 MS/s >1 MS/s: 16 bit 24 bit LEMO 1B, TRION-1620-LV 2 MS/s >1 MS/s: 16 bit... -
Page 29: Power Modules
IN 8 IN 2 MS/s IN 24-bit IN yes IN LEMO 0B TRION3-1820-MULTI-AOUT OUT 8 OUT 2.5 MS/s OUT 32-bit OUT yes OUT DSUB, BNC Tab. 15: TRION3 analog output modules DEWE3-M4 • Technical reference • Printing version 1.0.1 • August 25, 2022... -
Page 30: Installing A Trion Module
WorkinG With the SyStem Installing a TRION module Fig. 18: Installing a TRION module DEWE3 chassis Module guides TRION series module Mounting screws Injector/ejector module In order to install a TRION module into a chassis proceed as follows: Take proper ESD precautions to avoid any damage to the unit. 2. -
Page 31: Cooling Considerations
WorkinG With the SyStem Cooling considerations The intake vent of the DEWE3-M4 is located on the right side, whereas the exhaust vent for is at the left side of the chassis. NOTICE Adequate clearance between the chassis and surrounding equipment or blockages must be maintained to ensure proper cooling of the internals of the chassis. -
Page 32: Connect And Set Up Signals And Sensors
WorkinG With the SyStem Overview bar Action bar Fig. 20: Measurement screen Software mode indicator Open data file Design mode Data channel list menu Record Instruments menu Stop Export menu Connect and set up signals and sensors It is possible to directly measure ±10 V or to use MSIs to expand the input signal possibilities: Open the Data Channel List by double clicking/tapping on the menu tab on the right side or by swiping it over the whole measurement screen, seen in Fig. 21. -
Page 33: Changing Channel Settings
3. Click on the Data Channel menu tab and add the signal by selecting the instrument and the signal to be shown or by drag and dropping the signal into the instrument. 4. Disable the Design Mode. The design of the measurement screen is now finished. DEWE3-M4 • Technical reference • Printing version 1.0.1 • August 25, 2022... -
Page 34: Record
WorkinG With the SyStem Fig. 23: Designing the measurement screen Fig. 24: Selecting instrument and signal Record To start the recording proceed as follows. 1. Click on the record button. The red border and the REC indicator seen Fig. 25 in the lower left corner displays, that the recording is going on. 2. -
Page 35: Open Datafile And Export
2. To export the data, click or tap on the Export Settings menu tab. 3. Select the desired format and the channels to be exported. 4. Click on the export button seen in Fig. 27. The exporting process is now finished. DEWE3-M4 • Technical reference • Printing version 1.0.1 • August 25, 2022... - Page 36 WorkinG With the SyStem Fig. 26: Opening data file Fig. 27: Exporting data file for post-processing...
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Page 37: Synchronization
(max. 1.8 m) for data transfer Fig. 28: Channel expansion with TRIONet Network with multiple systems LAN (max. 100 m) for data transfer SYNC (max. 100 m) Fig. 29: Network with multiple systems DEWE3-M4 • Technical reference • Printing version 1.0.1 • August 25, 2022... -
Page 38: Absolute Time Synchronization
WorkinG With the SyStem Absolute time synchronization With this option, the DEWE3-M4 can operate synchronized with other measurement devices with an absolute time reference. PTP sync / IRIG sync Synchronization via IRIG DEWE2-M7s with TRION- TIMING module IRIG Sync Generator... -
Page 39: Maintenance And Service
Many components within the chassis are sensitive to static discharge damage. Always wear a ground wrist strap and service the unit only in static-free environment. WARNING Risk of injury Disconnect all cables before servicing the unit. DEWE3-M4 • Technical reference • Printing version 1.0.1 • August 25, 2022... -
Page 40: Cleaning The Filter Pad
maintenance and Service Cleaning the filter pad Requirements ` TORX T10 screw driver WARNING Do not attempt to remove filter covering plate when in operation. Power off the instrument and disconnect the device from the power supply first. Any voltage over 50 V connected to the modules must also be terminated. Procedure 1. -
Page 41: System Recovery
Austria have a very large and professional conference and seminar center, where training classes are conducted on a regular basis starting with sensors and signal conditioning, A/D technology and software operation. Dewetron Inc. in the USA also has a dedicated training facility connected to its headquarters, located in Rhode Island. For more information about training services visit https://www.dewetron.com/academy. -
Page 42: Support
Products arriving at our repair department without RMA require follow-up calls and investigation, which lead to a longer turnaround. Only the team of DEWETRON is allowed to perform any kinds of repairs to your system to assure a safe and proper operation in future. -
Page 43: Letter Of Volatility
8 kB Display Settings n.a. Flash Read only, yes under DEWETRON Explorer 16 MB Chassis controller firmware certain circumstances firmware update EEPROM 8 kB PTP configuration n.a. Tab. 18: Non-volatile memory DEWE3-M4 • Technical reference • Printing version 1.0.1 • August 25, 2022... -
Page 44: Certificate Of Conformity
CE certificate of conformity Manufacturer DEWETRON GmbH Address Parkring 4 8074 Grambach, Austria Tel.: +43 316 3070-0 Fax: +43 316 3070-90 Email: sales@dewetron.com http://www.dewetron.com DEWE3-M4 Name of product Kind of product Data acquisition instrument The product meets the regulations of the following EC-directives:... -
Page 45: Conformity To Iec 61000-4-30
2) Class A, Electromagneti c compati bility (EMC) Part 4-30: Testi ng and measurement techniques – Power quality measurement methods: Graz, November 9, 2021 Place / Date of issue Ing. Thomas Propst / Manager Total Quality DEWE3-M4 • Technical reference • Printing version 1.0.1 • August 25, 2022...
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