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imc ARGUSfit
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© 2023 imc Test & Measurement GmbH
imc Test & Measurement GmbH • Voltastr. 5 • 13355 Berlin • Germany
Edition 1 - 2023-06-06

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  • Page 1 ARGUSfit Getting started Edition 1 - 2023-06-06 © 2023 imc Test & Measurement GmbH imc Test & Measurement GmbH • Voltastr. 5 • 13355 Berlin • Germany...
  • Page 2 GmbH reserves all rights to this documentation. The applicable provisions are stipulated in the "imc Software License Agreement". The software described in this document may only be used in accordance with the provisions of the "imc Software License Agreement". Open Source Software Licenses Some components of imc products use software which is licensed under the GNU General Public License (GPL).
  • Page 3 If you have any questions as to whether you can set up the device / module in the intended environment, please contact the imc hotline. The measurement system has been designed, manufactured and unit-tested with all due care and in accordance with the safety regulations before delivery and has left the factory in perfect condition. In order to maintain this condition and to ensure safe operation, the user must observe the notes and warnings contained in this chapter and in the specific sections applicable to the concrete device.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    6.3 Base Unit ............................35 6.3.1 GPS ................................... 35 6.3.2 CANSAS ................................35 6.4 Measurement Modules ........................ 36 6.4.1 UTI-6 ................................. 36 Index .......................... 38 © 2023 imc Test & Measurement GmbH imc ARGUSfit - Getting started, Edition 1 - 2023-06-06 Page 4...
  • Page 5: General Introduction

    Warranty Subject to the general terms and conditions of imc Test & Measurement GmbH. © 2023 imc Test & Measurement GmbH imc ARGUSfit - Getting started, Edition 1 - 2023-06-06...
  • Page 6 Products not satisfying these requirements may only be used with special approval of the regulating body in the country where operated. All lines connected to the imc ARGUSfit should not be longer than 30 m and they should be shielded and the shielding must be grounded.
  • Page 7 Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this product that are not expressly approved by imc may void the user's authority to operate this equipment. © 2023 imc Test & Measurement GmbH...
  • Page 8: Explanation Of Symbols

    The device itself does not generate dangerous voltages. DC, Direct Current Supply of the device via a DC voltage source (in the specified voltage range) © 2023 imc Test & Measurement GmbH imc ARGUSfit - Getting started, Edition 1 - 2023-06-06 Page 8...
  • Page 9: Latest Changes In Content

    Which spelling, translation or typing errors have you found? Responses and other feedback should be directed to the Hotline Completions and error remedies in the manual edition 1 Chapter Change © 2023 imc Test & Measurement GmbH imc ARGUSfit - Getting started, Edition 1 - 2023-06-06 Page 9...
  • Page 10: Safety

    The user must also ensure that any personnel assisting in the use of the imc ARGUSfit have also read and understood the content of this document.
  • Page 11 "Electric Installations and Industrial Equipment" (DGUV Regulation 3)*. This confirmation applies exclusively to devices of the imc ARGUS series, but not to all other components included in the scope of delivery.
  • Page 12 Devices from imc have been carefully designed, assembled and routinely tested in accordance with the safety regulations specified in the included certificate of conformity and has left imc in perfect operating condition. To maintain this condition and to ensure continued danger-free operation, the user should pay particular attention to the remarks and warnings made in this chapter.
  • Page 13: Assembly And Connection

    Note the extent of the damage on the packing documents or on the delivery service's packing list. · Begin the claims process. For an overview of the accessories supplied as standard, please refer to the data sheet of the supplied ARGUSfit module. Check the accessories for completeness. Note File a claim about every fault as soon as it is detected.
  • Page 14: Notes On Connecting

    5. Avoid prolonged exposure of the device to sunlight. Due to their function, the imc ARGUSfit modules, just like the CANSASfit modules, are open at the connection points (module connectors). This is not a problem when used in a controlled, dry environment. In order to...
  • Page 15: Click Mechanism

    Notes on connecting Chapter 3 3.3.2 Click mechanism imc ARGUSfit (ARGFT) modules and imc CANSASfit (CANFT) modules can be mechanically and electrically connected by a click-lock, without tools and without additional connecting cables. The CANFT Module are connected ARGFT modules are connected to the system on the...
  • Page 16: Power Supply

    Chapter 3 3.3.3 Power supply An imc ARGUSfit system can be operated with a DC supply voltage that is fed to the overall system via a socket compatible with LEMO.EGE.0B.302 on the base unit ("POWER"). The permissible supply voltage range is 10 to 50 V DC (ultra-wide range). For the AC/DC adapter ("desktop power supply") supplied with the base unit, the specified AC voltage range on the input side is 110 V..
  • Page 17 For an application with the Fiber converter, see chapter "Fiber converter" · For an application with the Power supply (UPS-NiMH) module, see chapter "UPS-NiMH" © 2023 imc Test & Measurement GmbH imc ARGUSfit - Getting started, Edition 1 - 2023-06-06 Page 17...
  • Page 18: Fiber Converter

    The remote module block uses a joint power supply at is fed into the slave converter module. Fiber converter application One fiber converter each is clicked onto the right (master) or left (slave) side of an imc ARGUSfit module block. The converters have a uniform design and recognize their master/slave function automatically:...
  • Page 19: Ups-Nimh

    A jumper between GND (pin 1/3/5) and -MUTE (pin 6) can be used to mute the internal buzzer of the supply module for buffer operation. In order for the supply module to switch the imc ARGUSfit-BASE on and off, the corresponding accessory cable must be connected between "REMOTE OUT" and the "REMOTE" socket on the imc ARGUSfit-BASE, see Fig.
  • Page 20 The assignment is identical with the "POWER IN" socket. In order for the supply module to supply the imc ARGUSfit-BASE, the corresponding accessory cable must be connected between "POWER OUT" and the "POWER" socket on the imc ARGUSfit-BASE, Fig.
  • Page 21 "REMOTE" socket. The maximum buffer duration is fixed at 30 seconds. If the buffer time has expired, the imc ARGUSfit-BASE is shut down if it is connected. If only conditioners are connected, the supply module is switched off immediately after the buffer time has elapsed.
  • Page 22 Internal error of the UPS, buffer operation may not be possible. © 2023 imc Test & Measurement GmbH imc ARGUSfit - Getting started, Edition 1 - 2023-06-06 Page 22...
  • Page 23: Powering On

    Pin configuration of the LEMO socket, see chapter "Remote" If you use a supply module (ARGFT/UPS-NIMH), please be sure to read chapter "UPS-NiMH" © 2023 imc Test & Measurement GmbH imc ARGUSfit - Getting started, Edition 1 - 2023-06-06 Page 23...
  • Page 24: Internal Data Carrier

    · If the PC is connected to the ARGFT base unit, imc STUDIO documents the error with an message in the and switches the LED off. Any one-time data overflow only shows up in the Logbook, since the Logbook LED is reset afterward's .
  • Page 25 3.3.9.1 Memory volumes Storage media Description · Only microSD memory cards tested by imc may be used, as these have been specially microSD qualified by us for our high data rate of 5 MS/s. · The specified operating temperature range of the media is relevant.
  • Page 26 Saving at intervals is a way to reduce this risk (see chapter "Saving Interval"). © 2023 imc Test & Measurement GmbH imc ARGUSfit - Getting started, Edition 1 - 2023-06-06 Page 26...
  • Page 27: Led Display Argft-Base

    Extra > Data (Device) ( Standard Home > Data (Device) ( For devices of the firmware group imc DEVICEcore - Devices of groups B10 and up: Using this menu item, a separate Windows-Explorer is opened for each device, providing direct access to the internal memory.
  • Page 28: Maintenance And Servicing

    4 Maintenance and servicing 4.1 Maintenance and servicing No special maintenance measures are required. Corrective repair work may only be performed at factory by imc Test & Measurement GmbH. There are a number of important device characteristics which should be subjected to precise checking at regular intervals.
  • Page 29: Start Of Operation Software / Firmware

    / license). In order to be able to install or uninstall imc STUDIO products, you must be registered with a user account possessing administrator rights to the PC. This applies to the overwhelming majority of all installations of Windows.
  • Page 30: Connecting Via Lan In Three Steps

    (e.g. via 5 GBit Ethernet) and to connect these groups to NAS-components, for instance, via these lines. When such imc devices are included which use network-based PTP-synchronization (e.g. CRXT or CRFX-2000GP), then it is necessary to use network switches which fully support this protocol on the hardware side. Appropriate network components are also available as imc accessories (e.g.
  • Page 31 DHCP, the alternative values are used. These could lead to errors in the connection (different networks, same IP addresses, etc.). © 2023 imc Test & Measurement GmbH imc ARGUSfit - Getting started, Edition 1 - 2023-06-06 Page 31...
  • Page 32: Firmware Update

    1. Under no circumstances should the device or its power supply be deactivated during the firmware update! 2. The network connection may not be interrupted. Use a cable connection, not WLAN! © 2023 imc Test & Measurement GmbH imc ARGUSfit - Getting started, Edition 1 - 2023-06-06 Page 32...
  • Page 33 "optional". However, we still recommend performing the update, since every update not only implements improvements, but also fixes any bugs. Nevertheless, with the new version of imc STUDIO, you are able to work with the device running the old firmware edition, if you choose.
  • Page 34: Pin Configuration

    Note Remote push button (pin 4) Briefly bridge remote push button (pin 4) with GND to switch on/off. © 2023 imc Test & Measurement GmbH imc ARGUSfit - Getting started, Edition 1 - 2023-06-06 Page 34...
  • Page 35: Base Unit

    (view on top of the socket) 1 ppm 6.3.2 CANSAS This LEMO socket "CANSAS" (size 0B) on the front of the ARGFT base unit is intended exclusively for imc CANSASfit (CANFT) modules. The ARGFT supply POWER is passed through to supply the CANFT modules (CAN- SUPPLY).
  • Page 36: Measurement Modules

    Measurement Modules Chapter 6 6.4 Measurement Modules 6.4.1 UTI-6 Fig. 12: UTI-6-SUP socket (pinning) (view on top of the socket) © 2023 imc Test & Measurement GmbH imc ARGUSfit - Getting started, Edition 1 - 2023-06-06 Page 36...
  • Page 37 Figure 10: GPS socket (base unit) ............................35 Figure 11: Socket to connect CANFT modules ........................35 Figure 12: UTI-6-SUP socket (pinning) ..........................36 © 2023 imc Test & Measurement GmbH imc ARGUSfit - Getting started, Edition 1 - 2023-06-06 Page 37...
  • Page 38: Index

    Hotline MicroSD Hot-Plug Swapping the storage medium Storage medium System requirements how to connect Telephone numbers: Hotline imc STUDIO Transport operating system Industrial safety © 2023 imc Test & Measurement GmbH imc ARGUSfit - Getting started, Edition 1 - 2023-06-06 Page 38...
  • Page 39 Index Warranty WEEE Restriction of Hazardous Substances © 2023 imc Test & Measurement GmbH imc ARGUSfit - Getting started, Edition 1 - 2023-06-06 Page 39...

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