Thank you! Thank you very much for your investment in DEWETRON‘s unique data acquisition systems. These are top-quality inst- ruments which are designed to provide you years of reliable service. This guide has been prepared to help you get the most from your investment, starting from the day you take it out of the box, and extending for years into the future.
Safety notices during operation ......7 30-OUT-DB37-5-AMP / 30-OUT-DB37-10-AMP 19 Standards and norms ..........8 Configuration examples ........19 Typographic conventions ........8 DEWE-30-16 ............. 19 Safety and warning notices ........ 8 DEWE-30-32 ............. 20 Notices ............... 8 Symbols .............. 8 Working with the system ....22 General information ......10...
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CONTENTS Service and repairs ..........37 CE certificate of conformity ....38 CE certificate of conformity DEWE-30-32 .....38 CE certificate of conformity DEWE-30-16 .....39 DEWE-30 Series • Technical reference • Printing version 1.1.3 • April 9, 2024...
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.
` 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.
Safety Standards and norms This product has left the factory in safety-related flawless and proper condition. In order to maintain this condition and guarantee safety use, the user has to consider the security advices and warnings in this manual. EN 61326-3-1:2008 IEC 61326-1 applies to this part of IEC 61326 but is limited to systems and equipment for industrial applications inten- ded to perform safety functions as defined in IEC 61508 with SIL 1-3.
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Safety Observe precautions for handling electrostatic sensitive devices. Indicates the chassis terminal (IEC 60417-5020; 2002-10). Direct current (IEC 60417-5031; 2002-10) Alternate current (IEC 60417-5032; 2002-10) Both direct and alternating current (IEC 60417-5033; 2002-10) Three-phase alternating current (IEC 60417-5032-1; 2002-10) Protective conductor terminal (IEC 60417-5019; 2006-08) Equipment protected throughout by double insulation or reinforced insulation (IEC 60417-5172;...
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 proces- ses on any DEWETRON data acquisition system, and cannot guarantee the performance of our systems if they are so configured.
DEWE-30-32: Typ. 7 kg (15 lbs), depending on configuration Dimensions (W x D x H) DEWE-30-16: approx. 438.5 x 253 x 133 mm (17.3 x 10 x 5.2 in.) DEWE-30-32: approx. 438.5 x 253 x 225 mm (17.3 x 10 x 8.9 in.) –...
main SyStem DEWE-30 series Shocktests; EN 60068-2-27 Pulse form Half-sine Acceleration amplitude 15 g Duration 11 ms Direction 3 bumps each direction, 6 directions in total Tab. 1: System specifications DEWE-30 series 1) Accuracy: ±0.07 % of reading ±0.6 mV (for ±10 V output this equals: ±0.07 % of reading ±0.006 %). INFORMATION Total accuracy DAQx modules and DEWE-30-x: √((Accuracy DAQx module)^2 + (Accuracy DEWE-30-x)^2) 2) Check the appropriate modules manual for power consumption of each installed module and calculate the total power consumption.
connectionS and PortS Connections and ports INFORMATION The location of the connectors might vary from system to system and depends on the actural configuration. DEWE-30-32 Fig. 3: DEWE-30-32 connections and ports DEWE-30 Series • Technical reference • Printing version 1.1.3 • April 9, 2024...
PortS DEWE-30-16 Fig. 4: DEWE-30-16 connections and ports Power status LED D-SUB-37 socket for connection to channels 17 .. 32 from expansion unit DAQP series module slots Inlet air Conditioned signal output (30-OUT-x-AMP) (optional) Ground connector Nameplate Power supply input connector...
RS-485 I/O (EPAD) connector The RS-485 I/O interface connecotor (female) allows to connect DEWETRON EPAD modules to the system. All unassig- ned pins in Fig. 5 are not connected. It is also possible to connect multiple DEWE-30-xx system with each other via the RS-485 I/O connector.
connectionS and PortS D-SUB-37 socket for connection to channels 17 .. 32 from expansion unit RS-485_P RS-485_N SenseA CH17 CH18 CH19 CH20 CH21 CH22 CH23 CH24 CH25 CH26 CH27 CH28 CH29 CH30 CH31 CH32 SenseB Fig. 7: Pin assignment D-SUB-37 connector for connection to channels 17 .. 32 from expansion unit RS-232 interface connector (COM 1) The RS-232 interface connector (female) is configured as standard RS-232 interface COM 1 and can be used for peri- pheral units.
Short circuit protection for each channel; Shor did not effect the input or Protection other channels. Tab. 2: Specifications 30-OUT-DB37-x-AMP Configuration examples DEWE-30-16 Standard DEWE-30-16 configuration DEWE-30-16 Fig. 10: Standard DEWE-30-16 configuration DEWE-30 Series • Technical reference • Printing version 1.1.3 • April 9, 2024...
Rx.x of the Install Media USB stick which is delivered with the measurement system. 3. If the driver was installed correctly, the DEWETRON Explorer will be available in the Windows start menu. The DAQP are now connected to a TRION-1802/1600-dLV board.
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WorkinG With the SyStem 1. Enable the Serial Port(s) on which the modules are connected (see ① in Fig. 68). 2. Select the proper output range of the module in the Advanced Setup (see Advanced settings). 3. Click on Program module addresses (see ② in Fig. 68). 4.
WorkinG With the SyStem Fig. 21: DAQP modules in the Channel List connected via TRION-1802-dLV¶ Starting OXYGEN When starting OXYGEN, the measurement screen is displayed. OXYGEN will instantly start to acquire data but will not store it yet. Fig. 22 shows an overview of the measurement screen and some important buttons and menu tabs. Overview bar Action bar Fig. 22: Measurement screen...
WorkinG With the SyStem Fig. 23: Expanding data channel list Changing channel settings The next step is to change the channel settings: 1. Click on the channel name in the list to enter a new name. 2. Alternatively, the channel settings will also open by clicking on the gear button (see Fig. 24). There different settings are available ` Sensor scaling (unit and scaling or sensitivity factor) ` Table scaling for a non-linear scaling...
WorkinG With the SyStem More instruments can be added and adjusted like this, when being in Design Mode (see 2 in Fig. 22). 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.
WorkinG With the SyStem Fig. 27: Recording Open datafile and export To open a datafile, proceed as follows: 1. Click on the file button, and select the corresponding file (see Fig. 28). The green border and PLAY indicator in the lower left corner indicate that a file is loaded for post-processing (see Fig. 29).
WorkinG With the SyStem Fig. 29: Exporting data file for post-processing Setup of Lantronix Ethernet connector To set up the Lantronix Ethernet connector, proceed as follows: 1. Install the “DeviceInstaller” and “CPR Manager”. The files are usually located at E:\files\drivers\04_Communication\LANTRONIX_XPort 2. Connect the DEWE-30-xx via Ethernet to your PC and run the “DeviceInstaller”. If you press the search button, you should see the the (XPort) device.
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WorkinG With the SyStem The LANTRONIX XPort module is now connected to the PC. DEWE-30 Series • Technical reference • Printing version 1.1.3 • April 9, 2024...
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WorkinG With the SyStem 4. For communicating with DEWETRON DAQP amplifiers some settings on the web interface of the XPort device are necessary: – Go to “Web Configuration” – Click on the Home button next to the address bar. – You will be asked for username and password. Leave them empty and click OK.
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WorkinG With the SyStem If you make any changes: – Click the “OK” button at the bottom. – Click “Apply Settings” on the left. – Close and reopen the Lantronix DeviceInstaller. – Now your changes are displayed correctly. 8. To install a virtual COM port, open the CPR manager. 9.
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WorkinG With the SyStem 11. By double-clicking on the displayed device, the module in the list above becomes visible. The line appears in red until you press the „Save” button. You can now find the Lantronix port in your Windows device manager listed as a COM port. 12.
WorkinG With the SyStem The Lantronix Ethernet connector has now been set up and is ready to use. Connection to a TRION(3)-1802/1600-dLV-32 module Female D-SUB-25 connector CLK1 +12 V max. 600 mA +5 V max. 600 mA RS-485 A RS-485 B CNT2 Input_Z / DI6 CAN_L CNT2 Input_B / DI5...
ANALOG CH16 .. CH31 ANALOG CH32 .. CH47 Fig. 32: Example of a connection 3 DEWE-30-16 instruments to a 3 -party DAQ system NOTICE Connect a maximum of 4 DEWE-30-xx systems together via one RS-485 bus. If more than 4 systems are connected, data transmission may be unstable. If you would like to connect more devices, contact...
maintenance and Service Maintenance and service The information in this section is designed for use by qualified service personal. Service interval Clean dust from the chassis exterior/interior and exchange filter foam based on the operating environment. Actions On demand At least once a year Every 5 years Clean dust from chassis Depending on environmen-...
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...
08:00 and 16:30 EST Service and repairs We are very sorry that your DEWETRON system is not operating properly. Our team is here to ensure that your DEWE- TRON product is returned to peak performance as quickly as possible. Help us to provide you with the best support by following the RMA policy.
CE certificate of conformity CE certificate of conformity DEWE-30-32 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 DEWE-30-32 Name of product Kind of product...
CE certificate of conformity DEWE-30-16 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 DEWE-30-16 Name of product Kind of product Data acquisition instrument The product meets the regulations of the following EC-directives:...
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