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PROBA 5
Datum: 10-08-2023
Versie: 1.4
Doc. nr: 170469

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  • Page 1 Installation manual PROBA 5 Datum: 10-08-2023 Versie: 1.4 Doc. nr: 170469...
  • Page 2 VDH Products BV reserves the right to make changes to the content of this manual, at any time, without obligation to notify any person or entity of such changes. The software described in this document is furnished under a license agreement.
  • Page 3 VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 bout this mAnuAl This user manual is meant to support you during installation of the installation. See for details the specific data sheets and drawings. Always consult your supplier in case of maintenance or repairs!
  • Page 4 Always observe the local safety and installation regulations. Do not ignore local regulations or access protocols. ⇒ Activities in or on the PROBA 5 must be carried out by qualified and authorized personnel only. ⇒ Be sure to remove all tools from the machine after any maintenance.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 ontents 1 Getting started 1.1 Introduction 2 Hardware specifications 3 Dimensions 3.1 PROBA 5 external view 3.2 PROBA 5 internal view 4 Connections 4.1 General remarks 4.2 Processor board 4.3 Analogue in/out board 4.4 Analogue in board 4.5 Digital in board...
  • Page 6 VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 5.3 Other 5.3.1 Backup configuration 5.3.2 Restore configuration 5.3.3 Install package 5.3.4 Restart application 5.4 Modbus 5.4.1 Modbus profiles 5.4.2 Modbus accessrules 5.4.3 Reload Modbus Config 5.5 Service 5.5.1 Change password 5.5.2 Change time settings...
  • Page 7 VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 6.5.10 Airbag settings 6.5.11 ULO control settings 6.5.12 Oxyion settings 6.5.13 Temperature alarms settings 6.5.14 Alarm relays settings 6.5.15 Temperature sensors settings 6.5.16 Other sensors settings 6.5.17 Analogue outputs settings A Operations of controls...

  • Page 8: Getting Started

    • Optional a local Control-unit with limited settings on the local RS485-network. Each ripening room is fully controlled by its own PROBA 5 Controller. Each Controller treats a ripening program independently and can be fully controlled on the Central Computer or with limited possibilities via a Control-unit on the local RS485-network.

  • Page 9: Hardware Specifications

    Power consumption : less than 20 Watts Safety precautions : Use an external switch and circuit breaker on power supply marked as disconnecting device for PROBA 5, near to the enclosure and easily accessible. Housing dimensions : Approx 310x191X186mm (WxHxD)
  • Page 10 : Ethernet connector to connect PROBA 5 to the Ethernet LAN or to a PC. • Use CAT 5e patch cable to connect the PROBA 5 to ethernet LAN • Use CAT 5e crossover cable to connect the PROBA 5 direct to PC.

  • Page 11: Dimensions

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 imensions 3.1 PROBA 5 external view Dimensions PROBA 5 Fig. 2 Pagina 11 van 82...

  • Page 12: Proba 5 Internal View

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 3.2 PROBA 5 internal view Internal view PROBA 5 Fig. 3 Pagina 12 van 82...

  • Page 13: Connections

    • Make sure all cables are connected correctly. • The PROBA 5 is considered to be a component which will be installed into a final equipment. Validation of the final equipment is necessary to confirm it still meets EMC directives.

  • Page 14: Processor Board

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 4.2 Processor board Processor board 805.000057 Fig. 4 Pagina 14 van 82...

  • Page 15: Analogue In/Out Board

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 4.3 Analogue in/out board Analogue in/out board 905.140001 Fig. 5 Pagina 15 van 82...

  • Page 16: Analogue In Board

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 4.4 Analogue in board Default sensor connections Despite the sensors can be connected to several inputs, we advise to use the standard inputs. CH9 & CH10 – external power supply CH1, CH2, CH3 Gas sensor (4-20mA) CH14, CH15, CH16 RH sensor (0-1Vdc) CH1 &...

  • Page 17: Digital In Board

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 4.5 Digital in board Digital in board 905.000061 Fig. 7 Pagina 17 van 82...

  • Page 18: Relays Board

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 4.6 Relays board Relays board 805.000060 Fig. 8 Pagina 18 van 82...

  • Page 19: Ethernet Switch

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 4.7 Ethernet switch Type : Moxa 8-port entry-level unmanaged Ethernet switch Part number : 600.000169 Standards : IEEE 802.3 for 10BaseT IEEE 802.3u for 100BaseT(X) and 100BaseFX IEEE 802.3x for Flow Control...

  • Page 20: Adjusting The Network Number For A Control Panel

    Push the “SET” key. The number is stored now and the display will show the average room temperature. For further operation using the control panels, see the Proba 5 user guide. Pagina 20 van 82...

  • Page 21: Operation With A Touchscreen

    4.10 Operation with a touchscreen The Proba 5 can be set up and operated using a touchscreen. The touchscreen is connected to the same VASP network as the Proba 5. Before the touchscreen can communicate with the Proba, you first need to configure it.

  • Page 22: Proba 5 Sensors

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 4.11 PROBA 5 sensors 4.11.1 Pt 1000 Type : SM 8000S/2m Part number : 910.010381 Sensor element : Pt-1000, 2-wire acc. to DIN/IEC 751 Accuracy : DIN class A Range : -10/+40°C (+14/+104°F) Size sensor : ø6 x 50mm (0.24”...

  • Page 23: Connectionbox

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 4.11.2 Connectionbox Type : SM 8500(1) Part number : 810.040010 - SM 8500 : 810.040026 - SM 8500/1 : 810.040038 - Shielded coiled lead : 910.100083 - Connection box 502 Sensor element : Pt-1000, 3-wire acc.

  • Page 24: Pressure Differential Sensor

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 4.11.3 Pressure differential sensor Type : PX 25-4 Part number : 910.080165 Enclosure : White PVC Dimensions : 138 x 33 x 62mm (5.4” x 1.3” x 2.4”) Connections : 2x tube 1/8”...

  • Page 25: Humidity Sensor

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 4.11.4 Humidity sensor Type : RH 980 Part number : 910.050161 Enclosure : Black ABS plastic Dimensions : 191 x 92 x 50mm (7.52”x 3.62” x 1.97”) Connections : Thru swivels on screw terminals...

  • Page 26: Hardware Configuration

    The configuration of the inputs and outputs takes place via the internal web pages of the controller. In order to be able to access the web pages, the IP address of the Proba 5 has to be entered in the address bar of a web browser, followed by /config.
  • Page 27 VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 Web page Controller config - Proba 5 config Fig. 11 Pagina 27 van 82...

  • Page 28: Proba 5 Zone Config

    On this page, the desired zone can be selected by means of an options menu, Here too, ‘Submit’ first has to be clicked before being able to move on to another zone or page. Web page Controller config - Proba 5 zone config Fig. 12...

  • Page 29: Proba 5 Temperature Config

    Here too, ‘Submit’ first has to be clicked before being able to move on to another zone or page. Web page Controller config - Proba 5 temperature config Fig. 13 Pagina 29 van 82...

  • Page 30: Digin Config

    Versie: 1.4 5.1.4 Digin config It is possible to configure analogue inputs as digital inputs. We would advise you to first contact VDH Products before carrying out the action. Web page Controller config - Digin config Fig. 14 Pagina 30 van 82...

  • Page 31: Modbus Fan Config

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 5.1.5 Modbus fan config A maximum frequency can be set for certain modbus fans. Before entering the setting, the correct brand must first be selected and then the maximum frequency. Please note that the value to be entered is in tenths of a percent. To enter 50 Hz, therefore, the value 500 must be entered.

  • Page 32: Alarm Monitor Config

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 5.1.6 Alarm monitor config At the alarm monitor, relays can be set that respond as soon as there is an alarm. This is independent of the settings for fatal and non-fatal alarms.

  • Page 33: Config Overview

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 5.1.7 Config overview The status of the inputs and outputs of the Proba can also be read on this page. The measured values are displayed after the analogue inputs and outputs. These are the ‘raw’ values and not the actual values in ppms, for example.

  • Page 34: Activate Configuration

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 5.1.8 Activate configuration Sometimes it will be necessary to activate a new configuration without executing a hard reset. In that case ‘Reload configuration’ can be clicked. It is important, however, that the effect of the change can be assessed before carrying it out.

  • Page 35: Hardware Config

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 5.1.9 Hardware config If a board has to be exchanged, then the Proba must know that a new board has been installed. Each board has a unique serial number. In order for the Proba to be able to detect the new board, ‘Create new config from hardware’ must be clicked.

  • Page 36: Test

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 5.2 Test 5.2.1 Panel test The Panel test provides a simple test of the inputs and outputs. For this, the Proba is removed from the normal controller mode and placed in a test mode.

  • Page 37: Temperature

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 5.2.1.1 Temperature The Temperature panel test allows the values of the individual temperature sensors to be read. Web page Test - Panel test - Temperature Fig. 21 Pagina 37 van 82...

  • Page 38: Relays

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 5.2.1.2 Relays The Relay panel test allows the statuses of the relay to be read. What’s more, the relay can be activated or deactivated by clicking the ‘Toggle’ button of the relevant relay.

  • Page 39: Digital In

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 5.2.1.3 Digital in The Digital in panel test allows the values of the individual digital inputs to be read. A dash means not active, whereas a cross means active. Web page Test - Panel test - Digital in Fig.

  • Page 40: Analogue Out

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 5.2.1.5 Analogue out The Analogue out panel test allows the values of the individual analogue outputs to be read and set. The output can be set to the desired value by moving the slider back and forth, or by entering a value in the entry box.

  • Page 41: Other

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 5.3 Other 5.3.1 Backup configuration A backup of the SD card can be made. This is advisable if, for example, an update has to be installed. By making a backup, the existing situation is kept safe and secure.

  • Page 42: Restore Configuration

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 5.3.2 Restore configuration The function ‘Restore configuration’ allows an existing backup to be restored. If an existing backup has to be restored, the relevant backup can be selected by clicking it. You can then choose whether everything should be reset or only the parameters or only the configuration.

  • Page 43: Install Package

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 5.3.3 Install package In certain circumstances, it may be necessary to install additional software. The ‘Install package’ function is used for this. ‘Select file’ first has to be clicked in order to select the right file. If this is selected, clicking ‘Upload and install package’...

  • Page 44: Restart Application

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 5.3.4 Restart application The ‘Restart application’ function is used to restart the controller. This is necessary to, for example, activate the changes made in the hardware or to get the Proba out of the test mode.

  • Page 45: Modbus

    5.4 Modbus Certain data from the controller can be made available via Modbus for other applications. It is not possible for other control equipment to access the Modbus registers. This is because the Proba 5 is equipped with a firewall.

  • Page 46: Modbus Accessrules

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 5.4.2 Modbus accessrules The Modbus should have access rules that indicate which IP addresses have access to the Modbus registers. Various different access profiles can be created. A Modbus profile has to be linked to each access profile.

  • Page 47: Reload Modbus Config

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 5.4.3 Reload Modbus Config Once all Modbus settings have been made and saved, these can be activated by clicking ‘Apply modbus settings’. Web page Modbus - Reload Modbus Config Fig. 32...

  • Page 48: Service

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 5.5 Service 5.5.1 Change password The password that you use to log into the web pages can be changed. To change the password, you must first enter the existing password and then the new password.

  • Page 49: Change Time Settings

    Versie: 1.4 5.5.2 Change time settings To make sure that the Proba 5 and the registration work properly, it is important that the Proba 5 is set to the right date and time. You can set both the time zone and the date and time of the Proba 5.

  • Page 50: Change Network Settings

    These settings will not always be correct for your local situation. If necessary, the Proba 5 can be set to DHCP, but you are strongly advised not to do this. This is because there is a good chance that, at a given moment, a Proba set to DHCP will stop communicating with the touchscreen and VASP.

  • Page 51: Reboot Controller

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 5.5.4 Reboot controller At Other - Restart application, the control process is restarted. Sometimes, however, the entire controller must be restarted. You can do this by clicking on the ‘Reboot the Controller’ button. This has almost the same effect as briefly making the controller voltage-free.

  • Page 52: Set Configuration

    To do this, enter the IP address of this ‘master’ controller at ‘Enter IP address or controller to copy configuration’ and click on Copy. The section at ‘Set controller configuration using configuration file’ is only intended for entering configurations supplied by VDH Products. Web page Service - Set configuration Fig. 37...

  • Page 53: Parameters

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 ArAmeters 6.1 General 6.1.1 Front settings Description range units default 0101 Zone 1 on 0..1 0102 Zone 2 on 0..1 0103 Zone 3 on 0..1 0120 Heating on 0..1 0121 Gas on 0..1...

  • Page 54: Common Settings

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 6.1.2 Common settings Description range units default 1010 Read out Celsius/Fahrenheit 0 = Celsius 1 = Fahrenheit 0..1 1012 Number of zones 1..3 1020 Minimum adjustable set point -10.0..40.0 °C 10.0...

  • Page 55: Fan Settings

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 6.1.3 Fan settings Description range units default 1201 Fan 1 zone 0..7 0 = non 1 = zone 1 2 = zone 2 3 = zone 1,2 4 = zone 3...

  • Page 56: Fans - Pressure Control Settings

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 6.1.4 Fans - pressure control settings Description range units default 1261 Control fans on pressure 0..2 0 = not 1 = By switching fans on and off 2 = with an analogue output...
  • Page 57 VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 6.1.5 Cooling settings Description range units default 1301 Differential cooling 0.1..15.0 1302 Offset cooling -25.0..25.0 1303 Offset cooling stage 2 -25.0..25.0 1310 P band cooling 0.1..30.0 1311 I time cooling 0..999 Min.

  • Page 58: Heating Settings

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 6.1.6 Heating settings Description range units default 1401 Differential heating 0.1..15.0 1402 Offset heating -25.0..25.0 1410 P band heating 0.1..30.0 1411 I time heating 0..999 Min. 1412 D action heating 0..100...

  • Page 59: Gassing Settings

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 6.1.7 Gassing settings Description range units default 1501 Differential gas concentration 1..500 1502 Offset gas concentration -300..300 1503 Door lock gas concentration 0..2000 1504 Allow end of gas period with ventilation 0..1...

  • Page 60: Humidity Control Settings

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 6.1.9 Humidity control settings Description range units default 1701 Differential humidifying 1..50 1702 Differential dehumidifying 1..50 1703 Offset humidity control -25..25 1710 Humidity control off at 0..3 0 = never 1 = door open...

  • Page 61: Alarms

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 6.2 Alarms 6.2.1 Temperature alarms settings Description range units default 2001 Absolute alarm 1 active 0..2 0 = not 1 = always 2 = only during control 2002 Absolute maximum alarm 1 -10.0..40.0...

  • Page 62: Alarm Relays Settings

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 6.2.2 Alarm relays settings Description range units default 2101 Alarm relay on at absolute alarm 1 0..2 0 = No alarm relay 1 = Non fatal alarm relay 2 = Fatal alarm relay...

  • Page 63: Parameters Input

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 6.3 Parameters input 6.3.1 Temperature sensors settings Description range units default 3001 Sensor 1 type 0..8 0 = not present 1 = product control Sensor 2 = air control Sensor 3 = air control Sensor reverse...
  • Page 64 VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 Description range units default 3042 Sensor 5 zone 0..7 3043 Sensor 5 offset -15..15 3044 Absolute alarm Sensor 5 0..2 3045 Relative alarm Sensor 5 0..2 3051 Sensor 6 type 0..8...

  • Page 65: Other Sensors Settings

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 6.3.2 Other sensors settings Description range units default 3111 Read out pressure forward per 0..3 0 = 0000 1 = 000.0 2 = 00.00 3 = 0.000 3112 Value at 0 mA (0V) -9999..9999...
  • Page 66 VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 Description range units default 3158 Offset O2 sensor -1000..1000 3161 Read out RH per 0..3 3162 Value at 0 mA (0V) -9999..9999 3163 Value at 4 mA (2V) -9999..9999 3164 Value at 8 mA (4V) -9999..9999...

  • Page 67: Parameters Output

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 6.5 Explanation of parameters 6.5.1 Front settings Explanation 0101 .. 0103 With parameters the zones can be switched on and off. (This can also be done on the control screen). 0120 Heating possible yes / no (This can also be done on the control screen).

  • Page 68: Common Settings

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 6.5.3 Fans settings Explanation 1201 Each fan can be assigned to one or more zones. Every combination is possible. This parameter is for assigning fan 1. 1202 This parameter is for assigning fan 2.

  • Page 69: Fans - Pressure Control Settings

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 6.5.4 Fans - pressure control settings Explanation 1261 If an certain amount of pressure differential through the boxes is required, it is possible to achieve this by the fans control. The control can take place by switching on and off fans or with an analogue output. With the analogue output the fan speed can increase or decrease.

  • Page 70: Cooling Settings

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 6.5.5 Cooling settings Explanation 1301 Differential of the cooling (differential between switching on and off) 1302 Offset of the cooling (offset from switch off temperature compared with the set point) 1303 Offset for the second cooling stage.

  • Page 71: Heating Settings

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 6.5.6 Heating settings Explanation 1401 Differential of the heating (differential between switching on and off). 1402 Offset of the heating (offset from switch off temperature compared with the set point). 1410 P band for the analogue output of the heating.

  • Page 72: Gassing Settings

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 6.5.7 Gassing settings Explanation 1501 Differential of the gassing (only when a gas sensor is used). 1502 Offset gas concentration (offset from switch off concentration compared with the set point). 1503 If the gas level exceed a higher level than this value, the door lock will be activated.

  • Page 73: Ventilation Settings

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 6.5.8 Ventilation settings Explanation 1601 Should a ventilation take place if the gas concentration exceed a higher level than the value of P1603? If yes, this will only take place after the gassing period.

  • Page 74: Humidity Control Settings

    6.5.12 Oxyion settings Explanation 1881 The Proba 5 supports Oxyion control. A start relay can be assigned for this in the hardware configuration. 1882 If desired, the Oxyion control can also be used during day 0. Pagina 74 van 82...
  • Page 75 VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 6.5.13 Temperature alarms settings Explanation 2001 Should absolute alarm 1 be active? A choice can be made between: • no alarm • always • only during control The last case will block the alarm when the room is off.
  • Page 76 VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 6.5.14 Alarm relays settings In this parameter section the alarm relays can be assigned to several functions. Each alarm relay can be used for more than one alarm situations. The choices which can be made are: •...

  • Page 77: Analogue Outputs Settings

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 6.5.16 Other sensors settings Explanation 3111 Position of decimal point in displayed value. Use no decimal point or set decimal point after 1st, 2nd or 3rd digit: No decimal point : 0000 After 1st digit : 000.0...

  • Page 78: A Operations Of Controls

    VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 A Operations of controls Cooling and Heating • The cooling switches on at set point + offset + differential and switches off at set point + offset. • The heating switches on at set point + offset - differential and switches off at set point + offset.
  • Page 79 VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 Proprotional outputs for Cooling and Heating Should an analogue output be used as a proportional output for the cooling, then this output will emit 100% if the temperature is equal to or higher than set point + offset + proportional band. At a temperature of set point + offset the emission will be 0%.
  • Page 80 VDH Alfa Server Program Document nr: 170469 Versie: 1.4 PI-control graph Fig. 38 Pagina 80 van 82...
  • Page 81 Fig. 10 Control panel - Configuring IP addresses Fig. 11 Web page Controller config - Proba 5 config Fig. 12 Web page Controller config - Proba 5 zone config Fig. 13 Web page Controller config - Proba 5 temperature config Fig.

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