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Operating
Instructions
Control Monitor
CoMo Net ®
Type 5863A
ä
002-228e-08.03
(B10.5863Ae)

Foreword
Foreword
This manual is written for the Control Monitor CoMo Net
Type 5863A and the firmware releases ≤V2.0c.
Information in this document is subject to change without
notice. Kistler reserves the right to change or improve its
products and make changes in the content without obligation
to notify any person or organization of such changes
or improvements.
© 2003, Kistler Instrumente AG. All rights reserved.
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Content
1. Introduction.................................................................................................................................... 7
2. Important Notes ............................................................................................................................. 8
2.1 For Your Safety ............................................................................................................... 8
2.2 Unpacking ....................................................................................................................... 8
2.3 Transport and Storage ..................................................................................................... 9
2.4 Supply Voltage ................................................................................................................ 9
2.5 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) .............................................................................. 9
2.6 Hints on the Use of These Instructions .......................................................................... 10
2.7 Equipment Variations and Options ................................................................................ 11
2.8 Scope of Delivery with Accessories Included.................................................................. 12
2.9 Accessories (Optional) ................................................................................................... 12
2.10 Nomenclature Used....................................................................................................... 12
2.11 Units of Measurement................................................................................................... 13
2.12 Piezoelectric Measuring Technique................................................................................ 14
2.13 Measuring with Strain Gauges....................................................................................... 16
2.14 Measurement with Piezoresistive Sensors ...................................................................... 16
2.15 Measuring other Quantities........................................................................................... 17
3. Functional Description ................................................................................................................. 18
3.1 Block Schematic Diagram .............................................................................................. 18
3.2 Measuring Chain ........................................................................................................... 20
4. Installation and Operation ........................................................................................................... 21
4.1 Connections / Display ................................................................................................... 21
4.1.1 Profibus (Option) ..........................................................................................................22
4.2 Connecting the Instrument............................................................................................ 22
4.2.1 Supply Voltage .............................................................................................................. 22
4.2.2 Sensor ........................................................................................................................... 22
4.2.3 Network (LAN)..............................................................................................................23
4.3 Setting up a TCP/IP Connection.................................................................................... 24
4.3.1 Setting up CoMo Net .................................................................................................... 24
4.3.2 Test Ethernet Connection .............................................................................................. 24
4.3.3 Browser ......................................................................................................................... 25
4.4 First steps with CoMo Net ............................................................................................. 25
4.4.1 Navigating..................................................................................................................... 25
4.4.2 Screen Areas.................................................................................................................. 27
4.4.3 Choosing the Language................................................................................................. 28
4.4.4 Measurement set up...................................................................................................... 28
5. Applications ................................................................................................................................. 29
5.1 Setting up a Simple Measurement ................................................................................. 29
5.2 Setting Application y(x) ................................................................................................. 34
5.3 Setting Application y(t).................................................................................................. 34
5.4 Changing the Set Values of an Application.................................................................... 34
5.5 Measuring Mode........................................................................................................... 35
5.6 Specifying Start and End of Measurement ..................................................................... 35
5.7 Evaluation Object Positioning ........................................................................................ 35
6. Reference...................................................................................................................................... 36
6.1 General.......................................................................................................................... 36
6.2 User Concept.................................................................................................................36
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6.2.1 Operator / Supervisor ................................................................................................... 36
6.2.2 Several Browsers / Several CoMo Nets.......................................................................... 36
6.3 Views (Overview).......................................................................................................... 37
6.4 Measurement................................................................................................................ 38
6.4.1 Display .......................................................................................................................... 38
6.4.2 Parameter Set Selection (Supervisor Only)..................................................................... 38
6.4.3 Cycle Display................................................................................................................. 40
6.4.4 Start/Stop ..................................................................................................................... 40
6.4.5 Manual/Automatic (Supervisor only)............................................................................. 40
6.4.6 Zoom ............................................................................................................................ 40
6.4.7 Deleting Statistical and Trend Data (Supervisor Only) ................................................... 41
6.5 Analysis......................................................................................................................... 41
6.5.1 Numeric ........................................................................................................................ 41
6.5.2 Statistics ........................................................................................................................ 41
6.5.3 Trend ............................................................................................................................ 42
6.6 Logging On...................................................................................................................43
6.7 Setting Measurements................................................................................................... 45
6.7.1 Display .......................................................................................................................... 45
6.7.2 Parameter Set Selection................................................................................................. 45
6.7.3 y-Measuring Input ........................................................................................................ 46
6.7.3.1 Piezo Axis Scaling.......................................................................................................... 46
6.7.3.2 Axis Scaling, Strain Gauge............................................................................................. 48
6.7.3.3 Axis Scaling, Voltage Input (y) ...................................................................................... 51
6.7.3.4 y-Measuring Range....................................................................................................... 53
6.7.4 Selecting y(x) or y(t)...................................................................................................... 53
y(t) 54
6.7.6 y(x) ............................................................................................................................... 55
6.7.6.1 Axis Scaling, Voltage Input (x) ...................................................................................... 55
6.7.6.2 x-Measuring Range....................................................................................................... 57
6.7.7 Digital Filter................................................................................................................... 58
6.7.8 Real-Time Thresholds.................................................................................................... 59
6.7.9 Cycle Control and Data Acquisition............................................................................... 60
6.7.9.1 States ............................................................................................................................ 60
6.7.9.2 Trigger Functions .......................................................................................................... 61
6.7.9.3 Start Measurement / Stop Measurement ...................................................................... 61
6.7.9.4 Start Trigger / Stop Trigger ........................................................................................... 62
6.7.10 Taring............................................................................................................................ 63
6.7.10.1 y–Axis ........................................................................................................................... 63
6.7.10.2 x–Axis ........................................................................................................................... 63
6.7.11 Parameter Set Designation ............................................................................................ 64
6.8 Setting Evaluations (Supervisor Only)............................................................................ 64
6.8.1 Parameter Set Selection................................................................................................. 65
6.8.2 Reference Curve............................................................................................................65
6.8.3 Start/Stop, Manual/Auto .............................................................................................. 65
6.8.4 Zoom ............................................................................................................................ 65
6.8.5 Selecting Evaluation Object, Object Numbers ............................................................... 65
6.8.6 Evaluation Object Overview.......................................................................................... 66
6.8.7 New Evaluation Object.................................................................................................. 67
6.8.8 Evaluation Object Properties ......................................................................................... 68
6.8.9 Evaluation Object, Moving / Changing Size.................................................................. 68
6.8.10 Evaluation Object, Deleting........................................................................................... 69
6.8.11 Saving ........................................................................................................................... 69
6.8.12 ‘Box’ Class..................................................................................................................... 69
6.8.12.1 Box Type 'Entry-Exit'..................................................................................................... 69
6.8.12.2 Box Type 'No-Entry'...................................................................................................... 70
6.8.12.3 Box Type 'Entry'............................................................................................................ 70
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6.8.12.4 Box Type 'Exit'...............................................................................................................71
6.8.12.5 Box Type 'No-Exit' ........................................................................................................71
6.8.12.6 Summary of the Box Properties .....................................................................................71
6.8.12.7 Definition of Hysteresis..................................................................................................72
6.8.13 ‘Stop Position’ Class ...................................................................................................... 73
6.8.13.1 Stop Position .................................................................................................................73
6.8.13.2 End Box Maximum Value ..............................................................................................74
6.8.13.3 Summary of the Stop position properties.......................................................................74
6.8.14 ‘Threshold’ Class............................................................................................................ 75
6.8.14.1 Summary of the threshold properties.............................................................................75
6.8.15 ‘Numericals’ Class.......................................................................................................... 76
6.8.15.1 Numerical Type 'Max-Min'............................................................................................76
6.8.15.2 Numerical Type 'Maximum' ..........................................................................................76
6.8.15.3 Numerical Type 'Minimum' ...........................................................................................76
6.8.15.4 Summary of the ‘Numericals’ Properties ........................................................................77
6.8.16 ‘Hysteresis’ Class ........................................................................................................... 77
6.8.16.1 Vertical Hysteresis..........................................................................................................78
6.8.16.2 Horizontal Hysteresis .....................................................................................................78
6.8.16.3 Summary of the Hysteresis Properties............................................................................78
6.8.17 ‘Various Evaluations’ Class............................................................................................. 79
6.8.17.1 ‘Gradient’ ......................................................................................................................79
6.8.17.2 ‘Integral’........................................................................................................................79
6.8.17.3 Summary of the ‘Various Evaluations’ Properties ...........................................................80
6.9 System Setup.................................................................................................................81
6.9.1 Language Selection ....................................................................................................... 81
6.9.2 Date and Time Setup..................................................................................................... 82
6.9.3 Supervisor Password...................................................................................................... 82
6.9.4 Communication............................................................................................................. 82
6.9.4.1 RS-232C........................................................................................................................82
6.9.4.2 Ethernet, TCP/IP............................................................................................................83
6.9.4.3 Browser Setup ...............................................................................................................85
6.9.5 Device Link.................................................................................................................... 85
6.9.5.1 Normal device ...............................................................................................................85
6.9.5.2 Main device...................................................................................................................85
6.9.6 Remote Control / Parameter Set Switching ................................................................... 86
6.9.6.1 Profibus Settings (Option) .............................................................................................86
6.9.6.2 Parameter Set Selection .................................................................................................86
6.9.7 Digital Inputs / Outputs ................................................................................................ 87
6.9.8 Input /Output Test........................................................................................................ 88
6.9.8.1 Hardware Inputs / Outputs ...........................................................................................88
6.9.8.2 Field Bus (Option) .........................................................................................................88
6.9.9 Statistics and Trend .......................................................................................................88
6.9.10 Data export ................................................................................................................... 88
6.9.11 Backup/Restoring Parameter Sets.................................................................................. 89
6.9.11.1 Local Backup/Restoring .................................................................................................89
6.9.11.2 Remote Backup/Restoring .............................................................................................89
6.9.12 Resetting to Factory Settings (Factory Reset)................................................................. 90
6.9.13 System Info ................................................................................................................... 90
7. Technical Data.............................................................................................................................. 91
7.1 Analog Inputs................................................................................................................91
7.1.1 Charge Input ................................................................................................................. 91
7.1.2 Voltage Input ................................................................................................................ 92
7.1.2.1 Voltage Amplifier y for Sensors with Voltage Output ....................................................92
7.1.2.2 Current Source for Piezoresistive Sensor ........................................................................93
7.1.2.3 Voltage Source for Strain Gauge Bridge.........................................................................93
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7.1.3 Displacement Input ....................................................................................................... 94
7.1.3.1 Voltage Amplifier for Potentiometric Sensor.................................................................. 94
7.1.3.2 Voltage Sources for Displacement Sensor Supply .......................................................... 94
7.2 Monitor Outputs........................................................................................................... 95
7.3 Signal Evaluation ........................................................................................................... 95
7.3.1 Evaluation Time............................................................................................................. 95
7.3.2 Time Delay, Real-Time Thresholds (Horizontal)............................................................. 96
7.4 Digital Inputs / Outputs ................................................................................................ 96
7.5 Communication............................................................................................................. 98
7.5.1 RS-232C Interface......................................................................................................... 98
7.5.2 Ethernet Interface.......................................................................................................... 99
7.6 Supply Connection ........................................................................................................ 99
7.7 Profibus (Option) .......................................................................................................... 99
7.8 Other Data.................................................................................................................. 103
8. Maintenance and Diagnosis....................................................................................................... 105
8.1 Safety Precautions....................................................................................................... 105
8.2 Causes of Drift at Charge Input................................................................................... 105
8.3 Circuit Examples for Piezoelectric Sensor..................................................................... 107
8.4 Testing and Calibration ............................................................................................... 109
8.4.1 Kistler Calibration Service ............................................................................................ 109
8.5 PC-Installationen der auf der CD mitgelieferten Hilfsprogramme ................................ 110
8.5.1 Installing Java Web Server........................................................................................... 110
8.5.2 Installing Microsoft-VM .............................................................................................. 110
8.5.3 Installing Flashloader ................................................................................................... 111
8.5.4 Installing the Operating Instruction ............................................................................. 111
8.6 Java Web Server.......................................................................................................... 112
8.7 Loading New Firmware / Flashloader .......................................................................... 113
8.8 Touchscreen Operation............................................................................................... 114
9. Annex......................................................................................................................................... 115
9.1 Technical Explanations ................................................................................................ 115
9.1.1 Error when Scaling via Measuring Chain ..................................................................... 115
9.1.2 Linearity ...................................................................................................................... 115
9.1.3 Zero Point ................................................................................................................... 115
9.1.4 Sampling the x-Axis (Measuring Function y = f(x)) ..................................................... 117
9.1.5 Sampling the t-Axis (Measuring Functions y = f(t)) ..................................................... 118
9.2 Basics of TCP/IP .......................................................................................................... 118
9.2.1 Connections ................................................................................................................ 119
9.2.2 Addressing .................................................................................................................. 119
9.2.3 Specifying the IP Address ............................................................................................ 120
9.2.4 Changing the IP Address on your PC .......................................................................... 121
9.3 Browser Setup ............................................................................................................. 123
9.3.1 Microsoft Internet Explorer with Microsoft VM........................................................... 124
9.3.1.1 Java Settings ............................................................................................................... 124
9.3.1.2 Proxy .......................................................................................................................... 127
9.3.1.3 Cache.......................................................................................................................... 128
9.3.2 Microsoft Internet Explorer with SUN's Java ............................................................... 128
9.4 Additional Information on Profibus (Option)............................................................... 129
9.4.1 SPC with Profibus........................................................................................................ 129
9.4.2 Timing with Profibus ................................................................................................... 129
9.5 Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................... 130
10. Index .......................................................................................................................................... 131
11. Warranty .................................................................................................................................... 135
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Declaration of Conformity .................................................................................................................... 136
Total Pages 136
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1. Introduction
Thank you for deciding in favor of a Kistler quality product.
Please read through these Operating Instructions carefully,
so that you will be able to use the versatile properties of
your new equipment to the best advantage.
The Control Monitor CoMo Net is used for monitoring industrial
production processes, in which there is a specific
interrelationship with a measurand as a function of time or
as a function of a second measurand. Press-fit processes
are frequently used joining techniques, with particular
force-displacement characteristics.
Kistler offers a wide range of measuring instruments and
total solutions:
• Quartz crystal sensors for measuring pressure, force,
acceleration, shock and vibration
• Piezoresistive pressure sensors and transmitters, with
the associated measuring amplifiers
• Associated measuring amplifiers (charge amplifiers, piezoresistive
amplifiers etc.), display units and charge calibrators
• Electronic control, monitoring and evaluation units as
well as application-specific software for the measuring
technology
Kistler also designs entire measuring systems for special
applications, for example in the automobile industry, in
plastics processing and in biomechanics.
Our general catalogue gives an overview of our product
range. Detailed data sheets are available for almost all
products.
If there are particular questions which you still want to
raise after studying these instructions, the world-wide Kistler
customer service will be happy to advise you on any
problems with particular applications.
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2. Important Notes
It is essential for you to study the following information;
compliance with these instructions is essential for your personal
safety when using this product and will also ensure
its long, fault-free operation.
2.1 For Your Safety
This product has been constructed and tested for CE compliance
according to EC Directive 89/336/EEC, and has left
the factory in a perfectly safe condition. In order to maintain
this condition and ensure safe operation, compliance is
required with the instructions and warning notes in these
Operating Instructions or imprinted on the product.
It must be assumed that safe operation is no longer possible:
• when the product shows visible signs of damage,
• when the product is no longer operating,
• after lengthy storage under unsuitable conditions and
• after rough transport conditions.
If, in such cases, safe operation can no longer be guaranteed,
the product must be returned immediately to the
authorized Kistler distributor/sales outlet for repair.
The product must be disconnected from all power sources
prior to repairs or exchange of parts.
Great care is also necessary when connecting the various
cables. If a live cable is accidentally connected to a signal
output, this can cause permanent damage to the product.
2.2 Unpacking
Check all packaging for visible transport damage. Report
any such damage to the transporters and to the authorized
Kistler distributor/sales outlet.
Check the scope of delivery before first use of the equipment.
Report any missing parts to the authorized Kistler
distributor/sales outlet.
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2.3 Transport and Storage
If the control monitor is to be transported or stored for a
lengthy period of time, the following safety precautions
must be taken:
• The temperature must remain within the range
–10°C to 70 °C.
• BNC connections must be covered with a non-shortcircuiting
cover.
• Make sure that no dirt enters the control monitor.
• The environment should be as dry as possible and free
from vibrations.
• Make sure that the control monitor is placed in a position
where no pressure can be exerted upon it.
• As long as the control monitor remains unused, it
should always be stored in its original packaging.
2.4 Supply Voltage
The control monitor is designed for a voltage range from
18 ... 30 V d.c (24 V d.c). Protective diodes against wrong
polarity are included to prevent damage to the control
monitor. It has a self-recovery thermal cut-out (>0.5 A),
which interrupts the current in the event of an overload. To
ensure that the cut-out will reset, the current must be interrupted
entirely for several minutes.
2.5 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
The control monitor has CE conformity and complies with
the EMC standards EN 61000-6-3 (interference emission,
residential area) and EN 61000-6-2 (interference immunity,
industrial area). The interference immunity test was carried
out with a ground screw connected. Inputs and outputs are
protected against electrostatic discharges by varistors.
In the tests carried out in this connection, the signal ground
was connected to the equipment case. This connection is
provided as standard and uses the M2,5x5 connecting
screw at the front of the case. The user can remove this
connection at any time to eliminate ground loops by removing
the screw. The common-mode voltage must not
exceed ±40 V.
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To connect the control monitor to ground, a tab receptacle
(6,3 mm) is fitted to the underside of the case. In the event
of interference caused by ground loop problems, this can
be connected to a low-impedance and low-inductance
equipotential bonding cable.
In general, where ground loops and faults occur, tests will
be necessary to find the best solution (see section 8.3).
2.6 Hints on the Use of These Instructions
We recommend you to read the entire operating instructions
carefully. However, if you are in a hurry and already
have experience with Kistler Control Monitors, you can
confine yourself to reading the specific information
needed.
We have attempted to give these instructions a clear presentation
to make it easier for you to gain direct access to
the information you need. Please keep these operating
instructions in a safe place where you can retrieve them at
any time.
If you lose these instructions, please contact your nearest
Kistler distributors/sales outlet and ask them for a replacement.
Equipment modifications (conversions, upgrades etc.) usually
also result in amendments to the Operating Instructions.
In this case, contact your Kistler distributors/sales
outlet for updating facilities for your documentation.
Kistler constantly endeavors to design the equipment operating
procedures so as to make them largely intuitive.
Should you have any questions, we recommend you to
consult sections 5 ‘Applications’ and 6 ‘Reference’ in these
instructions.
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2.7 Equipment Variations and Options
The complete type designation of the control monitor is
made up of the basic type designation 5863A and two additional
digits vw.
Control Monitor Type 5863A v w
v = 0 expansion module without CoMo Net base unit
v = 1 CoMo Net base unit
w = 0 without expansion module
w = 1 EM-1 expansion module Profibus
DP-interface
From this we get the following type numbers:
Type 5863A10: base unit
Type 5863A11: base unit with EM-1 expansion module
Profibus DP
Type 5863A01: EM-1 expansion module Profibus DP
(without base unit)
Additional options on request:
• Integral time-constant resistor for dynamic measurements
of periodic or quasi-periodic processes
• Input low-pass filter for charge input, strain gauge/
voltage input or displacement input
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2.8 Scope of Delivery with Accessories Included
2.9 Accessories (Optional)
• CoMo Net base unit
• Phoenix connector for all connections
• Screened terminals
• Crossover Ethernet cable
• Two stranded conductor cables (red, black)
• CD with operating instructions, web server, flashloader,
Microsoft VM
• Calibration certificate
For further accessories such as simulator, displacement sensor,
cables, etc. please look at our website www.kistler.com or
contact a Kistler distributor.
2.10 Nomenclature Used
Here you will find explanations on the nomenclature used
in these Operating Instructions, and on the abbreviations
and explanations concerning the meaning of special typefaces.
Abbreviation
FS
M.U.
E.U.
pC
mV
bps
SPC
Definition
Full Scale
Mechanical Unit according to the sensor type used
Pressure-> bar, psi, kPa
Force -> N, lbf
Strain -> µε
Acceleration -> m/s2, ft/s2
Electrical Unit according to the measuring input
Charge -> pC
Voltage -> mV or V
picoCoulomb = unit of electric charge
1 pC = 10 -12 C
1 C = 1 As
milliVolt = unit of voltage
bits per second
Stored Program Control
Text types:
Key designations are contained in square parentheses, e.g.
[Analysis], [Off] or [Change value].
‘Text elements of the user interface’ as well as ‘Inscriptions
on the equipment’ are contained in single quotes,
e.g. ‘Error’, ‘Measure’ or ‘Sensor’.
Parameters are printed in italics.
Bold print is used for special cautionary and warning
notes to be observed when using the equipment; also
section titles and captions.
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2.11 Units of Measurement
Units of measurement are used to determine the value of
physical quantities. A system of units constitutes a set of
rules, which indicates how the unit of measurement of
every quantity used in science and technology is established
consistently. The system of units used world-wide
today is the International System of Units, in French
Système International d'Unités (SI units). It was introduced
by the 11 th
General Conference of Weights and Measures
(CGPM) in 1960. As a result, the SI replaced a series of
systems of units used mainly in the sciences, and henceforth
rendered superfluous the sometimes complicated
conversions between the various systems.
The International System of Units distinguishes between
two classes of units: The fundamental units and the derived
units.
The fundamental units are:
Unit Quantity Symbol
Meter Length m
Kilogram Mass kg
Second Time s
Ampere Electric current A
Kelvin Temperature K
Mole Amount of substance mol
Candela Luminous intensity cd
The derived units are derived from the fundamental units
using the same algebraic relationships as apply to the corresponding
quantities based on the laws of nature. An important
aspect here is coherence, which means the capacity
to create derived units by multiplication and division of
fundamental units without using additional numerical factors.
The CoMo Net supports the following units for measuring
electrical and mechanical quantities:
Quantity Set unit SI unit
Force 1 N 1 N
1 lbf 4,448 N
Pressure 1 bar 10 5 N/m 2
1 Pa 1 N/m 2
1 psi 6,895 N/m 2
Acceleration 1 g 9,807 m/s 2
1 m/s 2 1 m/s 2
1 ft/s 2 0,3048 m/s 2
Strain 1 µε 10 -6 m/m
Torque 1 Nm 1 Nm
1 Ncm 0,01 Nm
1 ftlbf 1,356 Nm
Length
1 m
1 ft
1 in
1 m
0,3048 m
0,0254 m
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Quantity Set unit SI unit
Angle
1 rad
1 deg
1 m/m
0,01745 rad
Electric charge 1 C 1 As
Voltage 1 V 1 V
Current 1 A 1 A
Temperature 1 K 1 K
Celsius Temperature 1 Cel
---
Fahrenheit Temp. 1 F
---
Velocity
1 m/s
1 ft/s
Relativ value % FS ---
1 m/s
0,3048 m/s
Factor
pico
nano
micro
milli
kilo
mega
giga
---
unit
p
n
u
m
k
M
G
---
2.12 Piezoelectric Measuring Technique
High-impedance sensors
Piezoelectric sensors convert mechanical quantities such as
force, pressure and acceleration directly into an electric
charge. The charge produced is proportional to the force
acting on the quartz crystal in the sensor. The sensitivity of
the high-impedance sensors is stated in pC/M.U. (Mechanical
Unit).
Charge amplifier for high-impedance sensors: see adjacent
diagram:
R g
is not included as standard in CoMo Net. Option on request
(see section 2.7).
U
a
= −
Q
C
g
Notes on the piezoelectric measuring technique
It must be borne in mind when working with piezoelectric
measuring instruments that these differ from other familiar
electrical measuring instruments. Different criteria apply
than, for example, in the case of a customary current or
voltage measurement. Ensure, when unpacking the sensors
and the special cables, that their connectors remain clean
and dry so that their high insulation resistance will be
maintained. In particular, the Teflon insulator in all plug
connections in the input circuit must be kept absolutely
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clean, and must not be touched with the fingers. If any
cleaning becomes necessary, only cleaning materials which
are extremely clean must be used, e.g. the cleaning spray
Type 1003 from Kistler or white spirit, together with clean,
lint-free paper tissue.
Highly insulated sensor cable
Only highly insulated and low-noise sensor cables according
to Kistler data sheet 15.011 or 15.035 respectively
must be used to connect the high-impedance sensors.
Standard commercial coaxial cables produce triboelectricity
due to movement and would therefore falsify the measuring
result.
Parallel connection of piezo-sensors
When several sensors are connected in parallel, the charge
amplifier measures the sum of all charges. For example, the
four force measuring elements of a force plate can be connected
in parallel to measure the total force.
Polarity
Kistler has arranged the polarity so that an increase in pressure
produces a negative charge. The Control Monitor inverts
the sensor signal, and in this case generates a positive
output voltage.
Measuring range
At the beginning of a measurement, we recommend you
to set the largest measuring range. A normal overload
caused by excessively large charge signals will not damage
the Control Monitor. In the event of greater than 10x
overload, the charge may produce an unacceptably high
voltage. The magnitude of the voltage depends on the
charge fed in, the entire input capacitance (sensor and
cable capacitance) and the range capacitor. A sensor, for
example Type 9041A has a sensitivity of –4,2 pC/N loaded
with 60 kN yields a negative charge of approx. 250'000
pC. The total capacitance in the input circuit, with a short
connecting cable and in the most sensitive range of the
charge amplifier, amounts to 250 pF. With the charge amplifier
not operating, a voltage of 1 kV would then be
reached. This would irretrievably damage the input stage.
To prevent short-period overloads resulting from charge
peaks (e.g. caused by a blow or structure-borne sound in
the case of acceleration sensors), we recommend the use
of a low-pass filter at the input (e.g. Type 5321A) for
measurements with high-impedance sensors.
Type of measurement
Only quasistatic measurements can be made with piezoelectric
sensors. Periodically, the error caused by drift must
be corrected. Both aperiodic and transient processes of up
to several minutes duration can be measured.
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2.13 Measuring with Strain Gauges
Strain gauges allow static measurement. Compared with
piezoelectric sensors, they have a lower rigidity and are thus
less suitable for highly dynamic applications. Strain gauges
are also much more sensitive to overload.
Strain gauges are always used in a bridge circuit. The
bridge is fed with a constant voltage, and the unbalance
voltage of the voltage divider bridge is measured to indicate
the magnitude of the load. When the sensor is loaded,
two resistors opposite one another are compressed and the
other two resistors subjected to strain. This alters their
value, and the bridge is unbalanced.
The bridge can be operated in a four-wire circuit, in which
the supply voltage is used as a reference. The supply voltage
is then measured directly at the bridge itself, thereby
preventing errors due to the cable resistance.
Scaling can be introduced by means of a parallel resistor
(shunt). The manufacturer’s data indicates the size of shunt
needed to simulate a particular sensor load. This is a simple
type of scaling without the need to use a reference load.
CoMo Net offers the facility for supplying the sensor with
5 V or 10 V.
2.14 Measurement with Piezoresistive Sensors
Is in preparation.
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2.15 Measuring other Quantities
The voltage input is a universal input, which can measure
voltages with a full-scale deflection of ±5 mV ... ±10 V. It
is used for connecting a strain gauge (see previous section)
as well as for all other types of sensor which supply a voltage
signal.
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3. Functional Description
The Control Monitor CoMo Net is a versatile measuring
and evaluation instrument. It can process and display the
measurands recorded either as a function of time y(t) or as
a function of the second measurand y(x). Sensors with a
charge or voltage output as well as strain gauges can be
connected directly. CoMo Net can therefore be used directly
for checking and monitoring any production processes.
The production process is monitored and evaluated either
in critical areas or over the entire process via freely definable
evaluation functions, e.g. thresholds, boxes, limit position,
or min./max. values.
3.1 Block Schematic Diagram
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3.2 Measuring Chain
The typical measuring chain consists of a piezoelectric sensor
(with charge or voltage output), sensor cable, charge
amplifier and a data acquisition and analysis system.
Force
Pressure
Acceleration
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4. Installation and Operation
4.1 Connections / Display
The control monitor CoMo Net must be used only under
specified operating conditions (see section 7.8 ‘Technical
data’). It must be protected against excessively dusty conditions
as well as mechanical stress (shock, vibration). High
levels of humidity, which can cause condensation in the
event of temperature changes, must be avoided.
Make sure to protect the inputs and outputs of the control
monitor against contamination and do not touch insulation
with your fingers. Fit the covers supplied over unused connectors.
Apart from a few LEDs, CoMo Net has no display. The entire
operating and display process takes place via an Internet
browser on a PC.
Left-hand column:
• LED ‘Pwr’ (Power): lit when the control monitor is supplied
with voltage
• LED ‘Error’: lit in the event of malfunctions (and during
power-up)
• LED ‘Measure’: lit while CoMo Net is measuring or calculating
evaluations
• LED ‘Link’: lit when the Ethernet is connected at the
electrical level
• LED ‘RxD’: indicates that CoMo Net is receiving data
from the Ethernet
• LED ‘TxD’: indicates that CoMo Net is sending data to
the Ethernet
• ‘Ethernet TCP/IP’ connector: connector for the Ethernet
connection
• ‘Digital Out’ connector: connection for digital outputs
• ‘Digital In’ connector: connection for digital inputs
• ‘Pwr’ connector: connection for 24 V d.c supply
Right-hand column:
• ‘RS-232C’ connector: RS-232C service connector
• ‘Y Charge’ BNC socket: charge input
• ‘M2,5’ screw: grounding screw (see section 8.3)
• ‘Monitor Y, X, measuring ground’ sockets: auxiliary
sockets for startup. These enable the scaled input signal
to be checked.
• ‘X: Pot./Voltage’ connector: displacement input with
auxiliary supply for potentiometer
• ‘Y: SG/Voltage’ connector: Y-input for voltage (e.g.
piezoresistive sensor) or strain gauge, with auxiliary
voltage for strain gauge and pin for shunt calibration of
the strain gauge
• Screw terminals at the bottom edge of the case: these
allow the cable screens to be conductively connected to
the case.
You will find more details in section 7 ‘Technical data’.
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4.1.1 Profibus (Option)
The ‘Profibus’ option (Type 5863A01) is mounted on the
main unit with three screws. The aperture in the case of the
main unit provided for the feed-through connector must be
removed.
Elements (for details see section 7.7):
• Four LEDs, of which only three are used
• ‘Address’ switches: these switches are used to set the
bus address of CoMo Net. Top switch x1, bottom
switch x10). The control monitor must be switched off
and then on again after the address is changed.
• ‘Termination’ switch: this switch switches on the bus
termination resistors.
• Connector: the Profibus cable is plugged in here.
4.2 Connecting the Instrument
4.2.1 Supply Voltage
The 24 V d.c. supply voltage (18 ... 30 V) is fed to the
two-pole connector.
4.2.2 Sensor
A piezoelectric sensor is connected to the ‘Y: Charge’ BNCsocket.
A piezoresistive sensor, strain gauge or other sensor supplying
a voltage signal is connected to the ‘Y: SG/Voltage ‘
input.
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≥1k Ω
Where the Y-signal is not measured as a function of time,
but as a function of displacement, for example, a potentiometric
displacement sensor must be connected to the ‘X:
Pot/Voltage‘ input.
Note:
The electrical direction of travel must be positive.
0 mm = –10 V
25 mm = 10 V
4.2.3 Network (LAN)
Normally, you will connect the CoMo Net to your local
area network using a standard (not crossed) Ethernet cable,
which you connect to a hub or switch of your LAN.
If you want to set up a point-to-point connection, e.g. PC-
CoMo Net, you will need an Ethernet crossed cable. To enable
you to see directly whether you are using the correct
cable, CoMo Net has the ‘Link’ LED. This indicates whether
the physical connection is OK.
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4.3 Setting up a TCP/IP Connection
4.3.1 Setting up CoMo Net
On delivery from the factory, CoMo Net has the IPaddress:
192.168.101.64. You can set up the IP address to
the address of your choice either with an RS-232 cable or
directly via Ethernet (contact your network administrator).
Details: see section 6.9.4.1 ‘RS-232’ or 6.9.4.2 ‘Ethernet,
TCP/IP’.
When you have set the IP address, standard gateway (default
gateway) and subnet mask, switch the CoMo Net off
and then on again. It is now ready to operate.
4.3.2 Test Ethernet Connection
If you use WIN95/98 as operating systen, go to Start\MS-
DOS prompt on DOS level.
If you use WIN2000/XP as operating system, run the following
program C:\WINNT\system32\CMD.EXE.
If you are on the DOS level, use the ping command followed
by the IP address of you CoMo Net.
C:\Windows>ping 192.168.101.64
You get the protocol showed below.
Use Exit to quit the DOS-Mode.
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4.3.3 Browser
Currently the only browser supported is the Internet Explorer
(Version 5.0 onwards). Before you use it with
CoMo Net, you should check some of the settings and adjust
as necessary. Details: see section 9.3.
When you have completed these settings, enter the IP
address of CoMo Net in the address field and press RE-
TURN. The CoMo Net software should now be loaded
(takes approx. 30 seconds).
If you have got this far, you have in all probability entered
the correct settings.
4.4 First steps with CoMo Net
4.4.1 Navigating
Large buttons have been selected for operating CoMo Net
so that it can also be operated by touchscreen.
Blue buttons: page changing
Elongated and square buttons: making settings or carrying
out commands
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Help: On most pages there is a Help button. It opens a new
window where you can obtain a short explanation of the
current page (not yet implemented in firmware versions
V1.0 and V1.1). If you need more detailed information,
please consult the manual. The section is indicated directly in
Help.
Logging on/off: When you switch on CoMo Net, you
automatically have usage rights as ‘Operator’, i.e. you can
monitor measurements, but you cannot enter settings. In
order to change settings, you must log on as ‘Supervisor’.
See section 6.2 ‘User concept’.
If you are logged on as ‘Supervisor’, the button changes to
‘Log off’, and you can change back to ‘Operator’.
Note:
Use only the buttons provided to change the pages to
ensure that the mode switching will take place correctly.
The ‘Back’ and ‘Forward’ buttons of Internet Explorer
should not be used!
Measure (small): Offers the opportunity to show 4 limited
device screens on one display. Only Measure and Analyze
features are for the small view available.
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4.4.2 Screen Areas
Status
display
The main screen is divided into several areas. Depending
on whether you are working as ‘Operator’ or are logged
on as ‘Supervisor’, you will see either more or fewer buttons
(all the buttons are visible only to the Supervisor):
Page
changing
Result
area
Control
area
In the idle condition, the screen is refreshed every 0.7 seconds.
When CoMo Net or your PC is heavily loaded, it
takes longer. The seconds on the timer therefore run
slightly irregularly.
But internally, CoMo Net measures and calculates more
quickly. There is no guarantee that cycle counter, result
and curve belong to the same measurement if you have
high cycle sequence. With slow measurements or if measurements
are stopped, there is enough time for the display
to show the very latest values.
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4.4.3 Choosing the Language
When delivered from the factory, the CoMo Net is set to
English. The steps for changing the language are described
below (see section 6.9.1):
• Log on as ‘Supervisor’: [Login] button
• This takes you to the log-on page. ‘Supervisor’ is already
specified as the default user name. Otherwise
press [Set user] and select ‘Supervisor’.
• Press [Enter password]. The standard password is blank,
so you can click directly on [OK].
• You will then return to the ‘Measure’ page. Now press
the new [System Setup] button which has appeared.
• After several seconds, the ‘System Setup’ page appears.
Press [Language]. Now you can choose your language.
• Wait until the correct language is selected. Then press
[OK].
• Exit the ‘System Setup’ page by going back to the
[Measure] button).
• From this point onwards, everything will appear in the
newly selected language. This setting is now saved and
will automatically be used when the equipment is powered
up.
4.4.4 Measurement set up
Now proceed as described in section 5.1 to prepare your
first measurement.
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5. Applications
This and all subsequent applications are available only to
the ‘Supervisor’ user.
5.1 Setting up a Simple Measurement
This description shows how you can set up a very simple
measurement. Basically you can even make measurements
with these presettings: Piezo sensor for the y-axis, voltage
input –10 V to +10 V. Cycle start and stop by means of
digital input 1. However, in order to be able to measure
the correct force/pressure/etc., you must enter the sensitivity
of the sensor.
A description of the steps required with references is given
below:
1. Log on as ‘Supervisor’ (see also section 6.6)
2. Change to the ‘Measurement setup’ page:
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Now start by setting the y-axis. The yellow [Next] field
shows which button must be used next.
Work through all the settings! You will find details in section
6.7 ‘Making measurements’.
y-input:
It is best first of all to use the ‘Sensitivity’ scaling facility (or
‘Gradient’ in the case of strain gauges). Enter the sensitivity
given in the sensor calibration sheet (or gradient and
nominal measuring rage) and for the measuring range initially
the sensor measuring range.
x/t-input:
Depending on whether you want to make a measurement
as a function of time or displacement, select [y(x)] (displacement-dependent)
or [y(t)] (time-dependent). You can
ignore the warning, since you do not yet have any measuring
results or real time thresholds which could get lost.
Displacement- dependent:
It is best to select ‘Measure 2 points’ for x-input settings.
Go to the first reference point. Acquire the value for this position.
You will get immediately the voltage value for the
acquired point. Set the mechanical value for the first reference
point. Repeat the mentioned steps for the second reference
point. As a result of calibration, sensitivity and offset are indicated
on the display.
For the measuring range, select that range in which your
measurement will occur (e.g. –5 mm to +15 mm).
Measurement direction: if you want to measure the forward
and backward displacement of the process, select
[Both]. If you want to monitor only the forward displacement,
select [Forward] for the measurement direction.
Leave the number of measuring points on ‘500’.
Time-dependent:
Enter the measuring time you require. Depending on the
circumstances, you may not be able to set this exactly. In
this case, the CoMo Net will select the next shorter measuring
time. Leave the number of measuring points set to
‘500’.
Real-time filter:
Leave the filter switched off.
Real-time thresholds:
Initially, leave the real-time thresholds switched off.
Cycle control:
Leave the start trigger set to ‘Start measurement’ and the
stop trigger set to ‘Stop measurement’.
Tare:
Leave tare switched off.
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Parameter set name:
Finally, you can give the parameter set a name.
Parameter set info:
Shows a printable setup overview without evaluation object
information.
3. Now exit this page and go back to [Measure]. You are
now ready to make the measurement. You can use the
[Manual] and [Auto] buttons to switch between
start/stop measurement using the [Start] and [Stop]
buttons or your machine control system at digital input
1 (see section 6.9.7 ‘Digital inputs/outputs’).
4. The evaluation facility for good/bad decision-making is
still missing. Therefore the evaluation result is always
bad.
5. Now change to the ‘Evaluation set up page. As you
can now make measurements, you can carry out a trial
measurement and on this basis define your evaluation
objects. See also section 6.8 ‘Setting up evaluations’.
Click on [Add]. You will now define your first evaluation
object.
Change only the three switches ‘Statistics’, ‘Trend’ and
‘Numericals / Process values’ at the bottom margin to
‘On’. Click on [OK].
The first evaluation object will now appear on the screen,
visible at the red numeral ‘1’.
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Using the [Enlarge object] button and the arrow buttons,
you can adjust the object to the size you want. You can
change its position with the [Shift object] button.
Position the object so that the curve goes into and then out
of the object at the required location. Use the [Properties]
button to make any necessary changes to the settings.
Position a second object wherever you need it (the object
should be positioned so that a good curve runs correctly
through it, but in the event of an error the curve runs
through at least one object wrongly or not at all).
You can use the [Previous] and [Next] buttons to select the
object which you want to process.
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Click on [Save] and confirm the warning with [OK].
CoMo Net is now ready to make the measurement with
evaluation.
6. Start a measurement. With a lengthy measurement, the
‘Measure’ lamp indicates that CoMo Net is making a
measurement. With short measurements, this lamp is
too slow.
7. The ‘Result’ lamp shows the result of your first evaluated
measurement. Without any evaluation object the
result is always bad.
8. If necessary, you can now make still further adjustments
to the evaluation objects.
9. Change back to the ‘Measure’ page.
10. To assess the production, the [Analysis] functions are
available to you.
• The ‘Numericals’ page shows you numerically the results
of the last measurement along with their
evaluation objects.
• The ‘Statistics’ page shows separately for each
evaluation object the distribution of the point of intersection
of the curve with the object.
• The ‘Trend’ page shows separately for each evaluation
object the point of intersection of the curve
with the object for the last 30 measurements (variable,
see section 6.9.9 ‘Statistics and trend’).
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The [System setup] page shows all settings which are independent
of the parameter sets.
5.2 Setting Application y(x)
You should normally choose this operating mode. This will
give you more accurate measurements, since the speed of
the machine has no influence on the measurements.
5.3 Setting Application y(t)
If the machine does not supply a displacement (or angle)
signal, you need this operating mode. Some facilities are
thereby restricted such as x-real-time thresholds.
5.4 Changing the Set Values of an Application
Please note the following:
• Switching y(x) y(t): statistical and trend data as
well as real-time thresholds and evaluation objects will
be deleted.
• Changing evaluation objects (EO) will delete statistical
and trend data
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5.5 Measuring Mode
The CoMo Net supports two measuring modes: manual
and automatic (normally used). In the manual mode, start
and end of measurement are defined by the user pressing
the appropriate button (see 6.4.4). In the automatic mode,
the measurement is controlled by the control system (e.g.
SPC): via digital I/O or the field bus. Some operations on
the ‘Measure’ page are possible only under certain conditions
(see table).
Operation Manual Automatic Supervisor
only
Select Manual/Automatic X X X
Start/Stop Manual Measurement
X
Previous/Next Cycle
X
Zoom Setting/Off X X
Reset Statistics/Trend X X
Select Parameter Set X X X
5.6 Specifying Start and End of Measurement
You have several possibilities for signaling the beginning
and end of measurement to the CoMo Net. The easiest
possibility is with the start and stop signal at digital input 1
(from a switch or from the SPC). It is also possible to set
the CoMo Net initially to measurement readiness and to
start the actual measurement with an additional signal at
digital input 2. See sections 6.7.8, 6.7.9 and 6.9.7.
5.7 Evaluation Object Positioning
Position the evaluation objects (EO) so that the curve is
produced with as few objects as possible, but enabling errors
in your process to be clearly detected, at the same
time ensuring that very minor errors do not cause a cycle
to be evaluated as bad.
Note the facility for evaluating in the forward direction and
the relative EOs. See section 6.8.
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6. Reference
6.1 General
Described below are the setting-up facilities and functions
supported by the CoMo Net. Additional facilities offered by
the options are identified in each case by ‘Option’.
Section 7 ‘Technical data’ describes the physical and technical
details.
6.2 User Concept
6.2.1 Operator / Supervisor
CoMo Net recognizes two authorization levels: ‘Operator’
und ‘Supervisor’. An additional authorization level (‘Kistler’)
is intended only for Kistler employees for maintenance purposes.
As Operator, you do not need a password, but you can
only monitor measurements.
As Supervisor, you can enter all settings. To work as Supervisor,
you must log on with a password. See section 6.6 ‘Logging
on’.
To prevent unauthorized access, an Auto-Logoff facility can
be selected. This means that after a selectable time, an
automatic reset takes place from ‘Supervisor’ to ‘Operator’.
Details of this can be found in section 6.9.3 ‘User / Password’.
6.2.2 Several Browsers / Several CoMo Nets
Basically, several browsers can simultaneously access one
CoMo Net. It should be noted that two users see the same
thing and can make changes simultaneously. If, therefore,
one user is working as Operator and then another logs on
as Supervisor, the first user will then also receive Supervisor
facilities.
On the other hand, several CoMo Nets can be controlled
from one PC. You can access the various CoMo Nets in
turn with the same browser. If you access the various
CoMo Nets simultaneously, then you must start a new
browser for each CoMo Net (a new window in the existing
browser is not sufficient!).
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6.3 Views (Overview)
CoMo Net uses different pages (views) to provide the user
with the various functions:
Page Operator Supervisor
Measurement X X
Analyze X X
User logon X X
Measurement setup
X
Evaluation setup
X
System setup
X
Help X X
The following sections describe in detail the individual
pages and their associated functions.
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6.4 Measurement
6.4.1 Display
When no measurement is taking place, this screen is refreshed
approximately every 0,7 seconds. If the CPU is under
a considerable load, this can take several seconds. In
particular, this must be taken into account for the ‘Measure’
LED.
Because of this, the currently displayed measured curve, result
and cycle counter or good/bad counter can refer to
different cycles. The status of the last measurement is displayed
when the measurement has stopped.
6.4.2 Parameter Set Selection (Supervisor Only)
At bottom left in ‘Measure’, ‘Measurement setup and
‘Evaluation setup there is the [PS] button. Pressing this
button opens the ‘Parameter set select’ page.
After switching to another parameter set, there may be less
than 10 stored curves available (see 6.4.3).
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This page contains a list of parameter sets with a short description
and the buttons for selecting, copying and deleting.
• To select a parameter set, click directly on the relevant
line or use the [Up], [Down] buttons. If ‘Parameter set
selection via control connection’ is selected in system
setup – remote control/PS, the parameter set cannot be
switched over manually. An appropriate message will
appear.
• To copy a parameter set, select the source set and press
the [Copy] button. Then select the target set and press
the [Paste] button. The set can then also be copied to
other positions without having to press the [Copy]
button again.
• To delete a parameter set, select it and press the [Delete]
button. The set enabled cannot be deleted. An appropriate
message will appear.
Note:
When a parameter set is deleted or overwritten, the
measured curve and statistical data are not automatically
deleted. To do this, use the ‘Reset Statistics /
Trend’ button (Section 6.4.7).
• Set Name opens the virtual keyboard to rename the
parameter set or just to give a new.
• PS+EO Info creates a printable setup overview of the
high lighted parameter set.
• PS+EO Info all PS creates a printable setup overview of
all parameter sets.
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6.4.3 Cycle Display
The last 10 measured curves are saved and can be called
up on the ‘Measure’ page with the [Previous]/ [Next]
buttons. These buttons are available only in Manual mode
(see 5.5).
Since the CoMo Net saves a total of 10 measured curves for
all parameter sets, you will only find 10 measured curves in
the current parameter set when none of the other parameter
sets has been used for any of the last 10 measurements.
If relative evaluation objects have been used for the
evaluation, then they will remain on the positions applicable
for the last curve and are not adjusted for the curve
displayed. The relative evaluation object position is not
saved with the curve. See section 6.8.7 ‘New EO - Reference’.
6.4.4 Start/Stop
When you are operating in Manual mode (see 5.5), use the
[Start] and [Stop] buttons to control the measurement.
6.4.5 Manual/Automatic (Supervisor only)
As ‘Supervisor’, you can select the measuring mode with
the [Manual] and [Automatic] buttons (see 5.5).
After you log off, that mode is selected which is set in the
‘Measurement setup/’Cycle control’ ‘Operating mode for
Operator’ (see section 6.7.9.3).
6.4.6 Zoom
Use the [Set Zoom] and [Zoom off] buttons to change the
viewing range displayed.
Pressing the [Set Zoom] button opens a new
page, where the viewing range coordinates
can be set. The point (x1, y1) represents the
bottom left corner and (x2, y2) the top right
corner.
Caution: If the measurement is currently
taking place, any change could affect the
result!
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6.4.7 Deleting Statistical and Trend Data (Supervisor Only)
To delete all data such as counter, measured curve, statistics
and trend, press the [Reset Statistics/Trend] button. This
function is possible only in Manual mode.
Caution:
Do not delete data while the measurement is taking place!
These data are also deleted if the y(x) ↔ y(t) measuring
mode is selected in ‘Measurement setup or the objects are
backed up in ‘Evaluation setup.
6.5 Analysis
There are three possibilities available for the analysis:
• Numeric results of all enabled evaluation objects
• Statistics of the process values of the evaluation objects
• Trend of the process values of the evaluation objects
The corresponding evaluation objects which make an
analysis possible are described in section 6.8.
6.5.1 Numeric
The ‘Numericals’ page provides an overview of:
• the extreme values of the curve for both axes
• an individual result and process values for each evaluation
object when the ‘Process values’ parameter is enabled
(see 6.8). When an object is not evaluated, the
‘Result’ and ‘Process value’ fields are empty.
6.5.2 Statistics
The statistics consist of information about a measuring cycle:
• Cycle counter
• Number of good parts
• Number of bad parts
and statistics for process values for the evaluation objects:
• Histograms,
• Average value:
1 n
x = ∑ x
n
1
() k
• Standard deviation:
s =
1 n
∑
n − 1
1
( x()
k −x)
2
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• Capability index cp:
UTL − LTL
cp =
6s
in which UTL and LTL represent the upper and lower
tolerance limits,
• Capability index cpk:
⎛
⎞
⎜
UTL − x x − LTL
cpk = min
⎟
,
⎝ 3s 3s ⎠
The following must apply for each
evaluation property:
cp >1.33
cpk > 1.33
Use the [Next] and [Previous]
buttons to switch between the objects.
6.5.3 Trend
Trend graphs show the course of
process values for a selected object
(e.g. intersection point of a
threshold). The limits to the graph
are set by the corresponding limits
of the evaluation object (e.g. y1,
y2 for a vertical threshold). The last
process value is also shown
numerically.
Use the [Next] and [Previous]
buttons to switch between the
objects.
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6.6 Logging On
You reach the logon page on the ‘Measure’ page using the
[Logon] button:
Normally, the ‘Supervisor‘ user level is already selected.
(Otherwise click on [Set user] and choose the user level required).
Click on [Enter password]. Enter the password for
the ‘Supervisor’ user level (upper and lower case letters are
differentiated). The default setting is a blank password (no
characters). Confirm with [OK]. See also section 6.2 ‘User
concept’.
You will now automatically jump back to the ‘Measure’
page.
But if you have jumped to this page by accident, you can
carry on working by using [Operator].
In principle, you can have several browsers open on one
CoMo Net. All browsers have equality of access. Therefore,
if one user logs on as ‘Supervisor’, the other user also receives
authorization to enter settings. It is therefore advisable
to have only one browser open on a CoMo Net at any
one time.
For the sake of speed, it is also advisable to have only one
browser open at any one time on a CoMo Net.
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CoMo Net has an Auto-logoff function. If, over a specific
adjustable time (see section 6.9.3 ‘User / Password’),
nothing has been entered, CoMo Net automatically
switches back to ‘Operator’. If you were on the ‘Measure’
page, the additional buttons disappear but you remain on
the page. If you were on a settings page, a message will
tell you that you have been logged off:
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6.7 Setting Measurements
When you change to the ‘Measurement Setup’ page,
CoMo Net is brought into the setup mode. No measuring
cycles are possible in this mode.
All settings in ‘Measurement Setup’ refer to a specific parameter
set
6.7.1 Display
The ‘Next’ field indicates which button should be pressed
next to make the appropriate entries.
6.7.2 Parameter Set Selection
See section 6.4.2.
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6.7.3 y-Measuring Input
For the y-input, a selection can be made from three types
of input:
• Piezoelectric measures charge
• Strain gauge measures voltage in mV
• Voltage measures voltage in V
For strain gauge, the sensor supply voltage must be selected.
It can be either 5V or 10V.
6.7.3.1 Piezo Axis Scaling
There are two types of scaling for this type of input:
• [Sensitivity] - This is used for known sensor sensitivity.
• [1 point measurement] - This is used chiefly in shunt
measurements for determining sensitivity.
Note:
Since with Piezo, the sensor sensitivity is always stated
as a function of the mechanical unscaled unit (e.g.
pC/N, but not in pC/kN), the scaling must always be
adjusted or checked in the event that the factor for the
mechanical unit is changed.
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Via sensitivity
Enter the known sensitivity of the sensor.
1 point measurement
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1 Select the appropriate input range to enable the anticipated
charge to be measured.
2 Press the [Start] button
3 Load the sensor and measure the charge with [Acquire
input (& stop)]. The charge measured will
appear in pC provided that you have selected a large
enough range. To improve the resolution, the measurement
can be repeated with a smaller range.
4 Enter a known reference value. This usually comes
from a reference measurement with an additional
measuring instrument. The sensitivity calculated is
displayed.
6.7.3.2 Axis Scaling, Strain Gauge
There are four types of scaling for this type of input:
• [Sensitivity] - This type is used when all data can be
taken from the calibration sheet.
• [1 point measurement] - The sensitivity is known; the
offset is measured.
• [2 point measurement] - Only the nominal measuring
range is known. The other parameters are measured.
• [Shunt] - In this case, the sensitivity is measured using
a shunt resistor. Offset is treated as in 1 point.
Sensitivity
Entry of parameters from the calibration sheet. The sensitivity
is calculated and displayed.
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1 point measurement
A sufficiently large electrical input range should be
selected. 'Sensor Sensitivity' and 'Nominal Measuring
Range' originate from the calibration sheet. A known
reference load (e.g. zero) is acquired by the system. Sensor
sensitivity and offset will be calculated.
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2 point measurement
'Sensor sensitivity' and 'Nominal measuring range' comes
from the calibration sheet. Two known points are measured
individually. CoMo Net calculates the sensitivity and
offset from these.
Shunt
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The 'Nominal Measuring Range' comes from the calibration
sheet. 'Point 1' is a known reference value (e.g. preliminary
load, e.g. = 0). To measure 'Point 2', the bridge
is unbalanced by means of a shunt incorporated in the
connector (usually supplied with the sensor). CoMo Net
switches on the shunt automatically (with respect to the
negative supply voltage of the strain gauge). The load from
'Point 1' must not thereby be altered. The reference value
for 'Point 2' can be taken from the calibration sheet. Sensitivity
and offset are calculated and displayed.
6.7.3.3 Axis Scaling, Voltage Input (y)
There are two types of scaling for this type of input:
• Measure '1 point'. This is used in the case of known
sensitivity for measuring the offset (e.g. preliminary
load).
• Measure '2 points'. This is used when no sensor data
are known.
1 point measurement
1. Enter the known sensitivity and the electrical input
range. Select a range which is large enough.
2. Apply the load and measure the voltage with [Acquire
input]. Then enter the reference value, which
has been measured with another measuring instrument
or is otherwise known. The offset at zero load
is calculated and displayed.
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2 point measurement
1. Select an electrical range which is large enough.
2. Apply the two references, measure the voltage with
[Acquire input] and enter the associated load. The
sensitivity and offset are calculated and displayed.
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6.7.3.4 y-Measuring Range
The measuring range possible – depending on the measuring
amplifier – is displayed as guidance. Please note that it
is assumed that the curve goes through the zero point (e.g.
0 N corresponds to 0 pC). The partial range required can
be entered here. The electrical input range currently set can
still be checked afterwards. If necessary, the scaling must
be repeated to obtain a better resolution. This is very
important with strain gauges, since very small voltages are
involved.
6.7.4 Selecting y(x) or y(t)
Two operating modes are possible:
• y(x) (displacement-dependent)
• y(t) (time-dependent)
Select the appropriate operating mode as required. Preference
should be given to y(x), since in this case changes in speed are
less important.
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6.7.5 y(t)
1. Enter the 'measuring time' you require
2. Select the number of 'samples per cycle'. With 1000
samples, the evaluation will take approximately four
times as long as with 250. For this reason , it is better
to select 250 in the case of short intervals between the
cycles. See section 7.3.1 for evaluation times for the
objects to be evaluated.
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Normally, the measuring time is not completely filled with
measuring samples (curve stops earlier), since the internal
divider ratios do not allow a smooth time scale. Possible
times for 500 measuring samples are multiples of 47 ms 1
(47 ms, 94 ms, 141 ms, 188 ms, 235 ms etc.) and multiples
of 25ms for 250 measuring points and multiples of 100 ms
for 1000 measuring points.
6.7.6 y(x)
6.7.6.1 Axis Scaling, Voltage Input (x)
There are three types of scaling:
• [Sensitivity] - all parameters are known.
• [1 point measurement] - sensitivity is known; a reference
is measured.
• [2 points] - parameters are acquired by the system.
Via sensitivity
The sensitivity and voltage must be entered at 0 M.U.
1
The following values apply for firmware versions V1.0 and
V1.1: multiples of 94 ms (94 ms, 189 ms, 283 ms, 378 ms,
472 ms, etc.) and multiples of 47 ms for 250 samples and
multiples of 189ms for 1000 samples
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1 point measurement
The sensor sensitivity is known; the value of a reference point
will be acquired, and its mechanical position is entered.
Note:
In order to achieve a high accuracy the reference point
should be within the expected measuring range.
2 point measurement
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Sensor sensitivity and offset (zero point) are determined by
two measurements.
Note:
In order to achieve a high accuracy the reference point
should be within the expected measuring range.
6.7.6.2 x-Measuring Range
The measuring range possible is shown. The start and end
must be selected between these limits. Otherwise the entry
will not be accepted.
Special case:
If a sizeable offset has been indicated, the possible range is
calculated according to the positive limit. In other words,
with a positive offset correction (‘offset at 0 N’ is positive),
a larger possible range is indicated, and with a negative
offset correction, a smaller range is indicated. However,
this offset correction is arrived at only by calculation, which
means that physically the symmetrical input range is always
available (e.g. ±10 V).
Note:
If the measuring range (working range) was changed,
scaling must be repeated. After that the measuring range
should not be changed any more. Rescaling can only be
done if the reference point is within the working range.
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Only the forward direction or both directions can be measured.
With the [forward] direction, the sampling interval is
half as large, resulting in greater accuracy.
This is the maximum number of measuring points (samples),
which can be saved per cycle. Very often, however,
fewer points are available, for example when the measurement
is ended earlier. Fewer measurands mean a
shorter evaluation time, but also lower resolution of the
curve.
A pair of values x/y is filed in the
memory for every sampling interval,
provided that
the process speed is not too high.
6.7.7 Digital Filter
A digital filter of the ‘mean value’ type can be
used to suppress interference at the y-input.
The filter frequency f 0
can be set only in steps
and is calculated from:
f = 0
fS
n
where f s
is the sampling frequency of the CoMo Net (constant
value) and n is the window size (n = 2,3,...).
The CoMo Net determines the window size from the frequency
entered. The frequency resulting from this is calculated
and displayed.
The frequency response reveals a large number of
zero points. The first is called the notch frequency f 0
.
A zero point again occurs at twice, three times, four
times and five times the frequency etc.
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6.7.8 Real-Time Thresholds
Real-time thresholds react immediately – in contrast to the
evaluation objects. They can therefore be used to monitor
overloads or to actuate other processes during the overall
process.
Real-time thresholds are checked at the highest possible
sampling rate independently of the set sampling rate.
The events of the real-time thresholds Y1, Y2 and for operating
mode y(x) as well as for X2, X3 can be applied to
the digital outputs (see section 6.9.7).
The control monitor allows two horizontal and
four vertical real-time thresholds to be set, and
these are evaluated during the cycle.
The illustration shows settings for horizontal
real-time thresholds (y-thresholds). The
switches [Off]/[On] switch the relevant
threshold off and on. Select those settings you
want to change with the [Threshold 1] or
[Threshold 2] buttons. The button selected is
shown shaded.
A horizontal threshold has four parameters:
• Left limit ‘from’
• Right limit ‘to’
• y-level
• Event selection with curve running: 'bottom' /'top'
The first three parameters define the position of the
threshold, while the fourth defines the direction of the signal
change when the event is actuated. This event can be
used, for example, to start or stop the actual measurement
(see section 6.7.9).
Vertical real-time thresholds have only two parameters:
• 'x position'
• Event set if cross from: 'left' / 'right'
Note:
In firmware versions V1.0 and V1.1, the real-time thresholds
are evaluated without reference to the filter setting of
the digital filter (see previous section), i.e. as if the filter
were switched off.
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6.7.9 Cycle Control and Data Acquisition
A measurement starts with ‘Start measurement’. The A/D
conversion is now started and real-time thresholds are
evaluated. Start and stop triggers determine the start and
end of the measured curve to be evaluated. As soon as the
stop trigger occurs, the A/D conversion also stops immediately
and evaluation starts.
6.7.9.1 States
CoMo Net has three measuring states, which it can adopt:
idle, measure and evaluation:
• Idle: Waiting for ‘Start measurement’ event
• Measure: Data acquisition of the y and x measurement
inputs. The real-time thresholds are evaluated and the
data placed in a circular buffer. Waiting until start trigger,
stop trigger or circular buffer full.
• Evaluation: Checking whether the current process curve
meets the criteria of the evaluation objects (EO).
Actions during state transitions:
• 1: The ‘CoMo ready’ output is deleted; charge amplifier
switches to ‘Operate’
• 2: No action; charge amplifier goes to 'Reset'
• 3: The ‘CoMo ready’ output is set
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6.7.9.2 Trigger Functions
In the measure state, digitized values are continuously filed
in a circular buffer. It has space for 1000 value pairs.
The CoMo Net offers start and stop trigger facilities. The
start trigger moves the pointer to the object which is examined
as the first object, and the stop trigger moves the
pointer to the object which is examined as the last object.
After the start trigger, the circular buffer is filled up to
maximum one object before the start trigger. Then 1000
process points (measurands) will have been recorded since
the start trigger (post-trigger function).
If the stop trigger occurs before 1000 points have been
recorded since the start trigger, this comprises a mixture of
pre-trigger and post-trigger functions, and the measured
curve consists of less than 1000 points.
If the stop trigger occurs without a start trigger, the 1000
process points recorded up to the stop trigger are used
(pre-trigger function).
6.7.9.3 Start Measurement / Stop Measurement
Start measurement / Stop measurement is actuated either
via digital input 1 (‘automatic ‘), or via the appropriate bit
when the field bus is switched on (see section 7.7). The
rising edge starts the measurement, and the falling edge
stops it. Alternatively, the measurement can be started /
stopped manually.
The Supervisor can switch at any time between these two
operating modes ([Manual] and [Automatic] buttons). The
‘Operator ‘ user is informed as to which operating mode is
to be used.
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6.7.9.4 Start Trigger / Stop Trigger
Different events can be selected as start and stop triggers:
• Start measurement: the start trigger also immediately
occurs automatically with measurement start.
• Threshold y1: switching of the real-time threshold Y1 is
used as the start trigger. This is useful when a measurement
is to be started depending on the measurand
(e.g. force-dependent), not depending on time or displacement.
• Threshold x2: This threshold is available only in the y(x)
operating mode.
• Control connection: control via digital input 2 or a field
bus input, according to setting (see section 6.9.6). The
rising edge of this input is used as start trigger. The appropriate
function must additionally be enabled for the
digital inputs (Section 6.9.7).
Similar operations apply to the stop trigger.
Example: Start trigger with Y1:
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Example: Stop trigger with X3:
6.7.10 Taring
The two axes can be tared independently of one another.
When the tare event occurs, the corresponding axis is set
to zero. Taring does not affect the real-time thresholds.
In the y(t) operating mode, only the y-axis can be tared.
6.7.10.1 y–Axis
The control connection is digital input 5 or field bus (see
sections 6.9.6 and 6.9.7).
6.7.10.2 x–Axis
The control connection is digital input 4 or field bus.
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6.7.11 Parameter Set Designation
Every parameter set can be designated with a text for easier
identification. The software keyboard is used for this
purpose.
6.8 Setting Evaluations (Supervisor Only)
Different evaluation elements (EO) can be activated for the
judgement of the process data (signal curve). We of course
distinguish between real-time evaluation and post-cycle
evaluation. Process evaluation is only carried out in the
state 'evaluation on' on the end of cycle.
All evaluation objects are divided into classes and types:
1. Box
• Entry-Exit
• No-Entry
• Entry
• Exit
• No-Exit
2. Stop Position
• Stop Position
• End Box Max Values
3. Threshold
• Vertical threshold
• Horizontal threshold
4. Numericals
• Max-Min Box
• Maximum Box
• Minimum Box
5. Hysteresis (for y(x) only)
• Vertical Hysteresis
• Horizontal Hysteresis
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6. Gradient
• Gradient
• Integral
Each of these classes is described in the following sections.
Each of these evaluation objects produces an ‘individual
evaluation result ‘: ‘OK‘/’NOK‘ (OK or not OK). The individual
results of all enabled evaluation objects combined
produce the process evaluation result: ‘Good part’/’Bad
part’. The last result goes to the digital outputs (normally
good part to output 3, bad part to output 4) and is shown
in the status display (see section Fehler! Verweisquelle
konnte nicht gefunden werden.).
6.8.1 Parameter Set Selection
The [Select parameter set] button is available on the
‘Evaluations setup’ page only when all evaluation objects
have been saved. All other details on parameter set selection
are described in section 6.4.2.
6.8.2 Reference Curve
A reference curve (measured curve which was measured in
the case of a good part) can be used as the reference
curve. The reference curve can be useful for placing the
evaluation objects and for a visual comparison with an
actual curve. To save a reference curve, press the [New
reference curve] button. The measured curve is then
copied and shown in blue. To delete it again, press [Delete
reference curve].
6.8.3 Start/Stop, Manual/Auto
See sections 6.4.4 and 6.4.5.
6.8.4 Zoom
See also section 6.4.6. At this point, there is in addition the
[Zoom to EO] button. It is used for magnification with the
currently selected evaluation object in the center. This
function is used mainly for more accurate alignment of
evaluation objects in size and position (see section 6.8.9
‘Evaluation objects, moving’).
6.8.5 Selecting Evaluation Object, Object Numbers
If a new evaluation element (EO) is added, it receives an unambiguous
element number. The first element gets number
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1, every further element gets the next higher number. If a
(EO) is deleted, the element number is also deleted. The
next new (EO) gets the next consecutive number. If all (EO)
are deleted, the numbering begins again from 1.
An evaluation object is selected with the [Previous] and
[Next] buttons depending on the rising or falling sequence
of their object numbers.
6.8.6 Evaluation Object Overview
The [Overview] button is visible only when the evaluation
objects have been saved. This button takes you to the
‘Evaluation Object Overview’ page. This gives you a general
overview of all specified evaluation objects of the current
parameter set.
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6.8.7 New Evaluation Object
Press the [New] button to specify a new evaluation object.
The ‘Evaluation Object Properties’ page appears:
(The warning in the bottom line can be ignored, as it has
no influence on the functionality of the CoMo Net.)
Select the class (see section 6.8) of the evaluation object
wanted using the five ‘Evaluation object’ buttons. You can
select the type within the class with the [Up] and [Down]
buttons. Individual types are not available in the y(t) operating
mode (see section 5 ‘Applications’).
The ‘From’, ‘To’ fields (or ‘Position’ for hysteresis) are used
for placing the object. Enter here the desired coordinates:
bottom left corner (x1, y1) and top right corner (x2, y2) in
the example of ‘Box Entry/Exit.’
Most evaluation objects have their own areas such as
‘Hysteresis’, ‘Entry’, ‘Exit’ in the example of ‘Box Entry/Exit’.
These areas are described for each EO type in the
following sections.
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All evaluation objects except ‘Threshold’ have the ‘Reference’
selection. You can select:
• whether the object should be at the absolute position
(i.e. relative to (0,0): [Absolute] button
• whether the position is calculated dynamically relative
to the point of intersection of the curve with a specific
threshold: [Relative to Threshold] button
• whether the position is calculated dynamically relative
to the point where x or t respectively is at maximum:
[Max. x/t-position] button
The selection ‘Measurement direction’ appears for most
object types in the y(x) operating mode. You can select
whether the object is enabled only in the forward direction
or only in the backward direction.
At the start of the measured curve (start trigger), the forward
direction is always assumed, and the point mostly to
the right of the measured curve (maximum x/t-position)
separates the forward from the backward direction. Accordingly,
a small vibration is not evaluated as a change in
the measurement direction.
Evaluation of the object can be switched off entirely without
removing it with the ‘Evaluation’ switch. ‘On’ is the
default setting. Disabled objects always return ‘OK’ as ‘Individual
evaluation result’ and are represented black.
The ‘Statistics ‘, ‘Trend‘ and ‘Numericals / Process values’
switches are used for switching on and off, as well as for
displaying the process values on the ‘Analysis’ screens (see
section 6.5).
Exit the window with [OK] or [Cancel], according to
whether you want to keep or reject the changes.
The new evaluation object is now only temporarily present
and still has to be recorded in the CoMo Net with [Save].
Only now are the measured curves evaluated with the new
EO settings!
6.8.8 Evaluation Object Properties
To change the properties of an evaluation object, press
[Properties]. The properties page (section 6.8.7) is opened
again. In contrast to a new object, the properties “type”
and “identification number” can now no longer be
changed. The object number is now displayed.
6.8.9 Evaluation Object, Moving / Changing Size
There are two possibilities for moving an evaluation object:
• via EO properties (see section 6.8.8)
• directly in the measured curve
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For the second possibility, use the [Change size] and
[Move position] buttons respectively and then the four arrow
buttons. The step size depends on the magnification
selected. To reduce the step size, use the [Zoom: to EO]
button which magnifies the EO and the curve (see section
6.8.4).
6.8.10 Evaluation Object, Deleting
To delete the evaluation object selected, press [Delete]. If
all evaluation objects have been deleted, the numbering
starts again at 1.
6.8.11 Saving
When new evaluation objects are added, changed or deleted,
the changes must be saved in the CoMo Net with
the [Save] button. Otherwise they will be present in the
browser only temporarily. The [Save] button appears only
when changes have been made.
When you press [Save], a small window appears informing
you that saving will clear the statistical data and the measured
curve. You can continue with [OK], cancel the save
with [Cancel] or reject the changes with [Discard Changes].
As long as the changes have not been saved, the [Select
parameter set], [Overview], [Logoff] and [Measure] buttons
are not available.
Note:
Once the evaluation objects are saved, the statistical
data are invalid and are therefore deleted. See also section
6.4.7 ‘Delete statistics and trend’).
6.8.12 ‘Box’ Class
6.8.12.1 Box Type 'Entry-Exit'
y
5+
4+
OK
NOK
x/t
‘Box’ is the evaluation object which is most used. There are
five types: 'Entry-Exit', 'No-Entry', 'Entry’, ‘Exit' and 'No-
Exit'.
'Entry-Exit’ Box is used to check whether the curve enters
the box at the specified side and exits again at the specified
side. The other sides must not be touched. A correct passage
in the prescribed measurement direction (section
6.8.7) leads to a successful evaluation.
The entry and exit points of intersection are saved as numerical
process data, and used for statistics and trend if this
option has been selected in the EO properties (see section
6.8.8).
The areas ‘Hysteresis’ and ‘Entry’ / ‘Exit’ should be mentioned
in particular. Hysteresis is described at the end of
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this section; entry and exit indicate the sides of the box for
the entry and exit of the measured curve.
The graphic display of the box shows the sides where the
curve is allowed to intersect (green) and where not (red).
Hysteresis can not be seen graphically. The measurement
direction will be indicated by arrows.
A box relative to a threshold is drawn in these colors when
a point of intersection exists. Otherwise it appears in orange
with reference to the center point of the relevant
threshold.
A box relative to x/t-max is indicated correctly when x (or
t)-max is known. Otherwise it is shown relative to (0,0).
6.8.12.2 Box Type 'No-Entry'
y
NOK
'No-Entry' Box is useful for marking the forbidden zone.
For a successful evaluation, the measured curve must not
touch this box. This box does not recognize numerical process
values. The only process value is the result: ‘OK’ /
‘NOK’.
7
OK
8
x/t
The graphic display is a red box with a red cross.
A box relative to a threshold is shown in red when a point
of intersection exists. Otherwise it is shown in orange with
reference to the center point of the relevant threshold.
A box relative to x/t-max is shown correctly when x (or t)-
max is known. Otherwise it is shown relative to (0,0).
6.8.12.3 Box Type 'Entry'
y
5+
'Entry’ Box is used to check whether the curve enters the
prescribed box side and does not leave the box anymore. A
correct entering in the prescribed measurement direction
(section 6.8.7) leads to a successful evaluation.
The entry points of intersection is saved as numerical process
data, and used for statistics and trend if this option has
been selected in the EO properties (see section 6.8.8).
OK
x/t
The areas ‘Hysteresis’ and ‘Entry’ should be mentioned in
particular. Hysteresis is described at the end of this section.
curve is allowed to intersect (green) and where not (red).
Hysteresis can not be seen graphically. The measurement
direction will be indicated by arrows.
A box relative to a threshold is drawn in these colors when
a point of intersection exists. Otherwise it appears in orange
with reference to the center point of the relevant
threshold.
A box relative to x/t-max is indicated correctly when x (or
t)-max is known. Otherwise it is shown relative to (0,0).
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6.8.12.4 Box Type 'Exit'
y
4+
OK
x/t
'Exit’ Box is used to check whether the curve starts inside
the box and leaves the box in the prescribed measurement
direction. A correct leaving in the prescribed measurement
direction (section 6.8.7) leads to a successful evaluation.
The exit point of intersection is saved as numerical process
data, and used for statistics and trend if this option has
been selected in the EO properties (see section 6.8.8).
The areas ‘Hysteresis’ and ‘Exit’ should be mentioned in
particular. Hysteresis is described at the end of this section.
The graphic display of the box shows the sides where the
curve is allowed to intersect (green) and where not (red).
Hysteresis can not be seen graphically. The measurement
direction will be indicated by arrows.
A box relative to a threshold is drawn in these colors when
a point of intersection exists. Otherwise it appears in orange
with reference to the center point of the relevant
threshold.
A box relative to x/t-max is indicated correctly when x (or
t)-max is known. Otherwise it is shown relative to (0,0).
6.8.12.5 Box Type 'No-Exit'
y
OK
'No-Exit’ Box is used to check whether the curve starts
within the box and never leaves the box.
This box does not recognize numerical process values. The
only process value is the result: ‘OK’ / ‘NOK’.
NOK
x/t
The graphic display is a red box.
A box relative to a threshold is shown in red when a point
of intersection exists. Otherwise it is shown in orange with
reference to the center point of the relevant threshold.
A box relative to x/t-max is shown correctly when x (or t)-
max is known. Otherwise it is shown relative to (0,0).
6.8.12.6 Summary of the Box Properties
Box y = f(x) y = f(t)
Entry-Exit
Position - 4 coordinate values: y1, y2, x1, x2 - 4 coordinate values: y1, y2, t1, t2
Hysteresis - Hysteresis dy, dx - Hysteresis dy
Reference
- absolute, relative to threshold,
relative to x-max
Evaluation - on, off - on, off
Entry - left, right, above, below - left, above, below
Exit - left, right, above, below - left, above, below
Measuring direction - forward, backward - not available
Process values
Entry location - x or y - t or y
Exit location
Results
- x or y
- OK, NOK
- absolute, relative to threshold,
relative to t-max
- t or y
- OK NOK
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Box y = f(x) y = f(t)
No-Entry
Position - 4 coordinate values: y1, y2, x1, x2 - 4 coordinate values: y1, y2, t1, t2
Reference
- absolute, relative to threshold,
relative to x-max
- absolute, relative to threshold,
relative to t-max
Evaluation - on, off - on, off
Measuring direction - forward, backward - not available
Process value
Results - OK, NOK - OK, NOK
Entry
Position - 4 coordinate values: y1, y2, x1, x2 - 4 coordinate values: y1, y2, t1, t2
Hysteresis - Hysteresis dy, dx - Hysteresis dy
Reference
- absolute, relative to threshold,
relative to x-max
- absolute, relative to threshold,
relative to t-max
Evaluation - on, off - on, off
Entry - left, right, above, below - left, above, below
Measuring direction - forward, backward - not available
Process values
Entry location - x or y - t or y
Results - OK, NOK - OK NOK
Exit
Position - 4 coordinate values: y1, y2, x1, x2 - 4 coordinate values: y1, y2, t1, t2
Hysteresis - Hysteresis dy, dx - Hysteresis dy
Reference
- absolute, relative to threshold,
relative to x-max
- absolute, relative to threshold,
relative to t-max
Evaluation - on, off - on, off
Exit - left, right, above, below - right, above, below
Measuring direction - forward, backward - not available
Process values
Exit location - x or y - t or y
Results - OK, NOK - OK NOK
No-Exit
Position - 4 coordinate values: y1, y2, x1, x2 - 4 coordinate values: y1, y2, t1, t2
Reference
- absolute, relative to threshold,
relative to x-max
Evaluation - on, off - on, off
Measuring direction - forward, backward - not available
Process value
Results - OK, NOK - OK, NOK
- absolute, relative to threshold,
relative to t-max
6.8.12.7 Definition of Hysteresis
y
Phase 1: Curve still outside the box. Hysteresis still not active.
x/t
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Phase 2: Curve within the box. Hysteresis active and defining
new, outer limits.
dy
dx
x/t
y
Phase 3: Curve outside the outher box. Hysteresis no
longer active.
x/t
6.8.13 ‘Stop Position’ Class
The evaluation objects of this class are used typically for
monitoring press-fit operations. In most cases, there is no
point in defining more than one end box, but for test purposes
(e.g. to compare which box type is better for meeting
the requirements), it is possible to define more than
one. There are two types: ‘Stop Position’ and ‘End Box
Max Values’. Different process values are determined.
The end boxes cannot be positioned relative to ‘Max. x/tposition’,
because this would not make sense. Likewise, the
‘backward’ measurement direction would also not make
sense.
For both types ‘check upper limit’ can be switched on or
off.
The graphic display of these boxes shows the x-limits
along with the lower y-limit (green) and, depending on the
‘Check upper limit setting’, the upper limit (red).
An end box relative to a threshold is then shown in green
(and red) when there is a point of intersection. Otherwise,
it is shown in orange with reference to the center point of
the relevant threshold.
6.8.13.1 Stop Position
y
OK
NOK
8
This is used to check whether the y and x coordinates of
the last point measured are within the box. The curve can
enter the box from any side. If ‘Check upper limit’ is
switched on, the curve must not enter the box from the
top and the upper limit of the box is not limit true the
measuring range but through the upper limit.. In both
cases, the evaluation is considered successful when the last
point is within the box.
x
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The coordinates (y,x) of the last point are saved as numerical
process data and used for statistics and trend if the appropriate
facility has been selected in the EO properties
(see section 6.8.8).
6.8.13.2 End Box Maximum Value
y
OK
NOK
1
x
This is used to check the y-maximum within the x-limit, as
well as the x-maximum of the entire curve and the x-
coordinate of the last point. The curve can enter the box
from any side except from the top if ‘check upper limit’ is
on. The evaluation is considered successful when
• the curve ends within the x-limits (defined by the box
size):
x 1
≤ x end
≤ x 2
• and the x-maximum of the curve is smaller than the
upper x-limit:
x max_total
≤ x 2
• and the y-maximum within the x-limits and smaller
than the upper y-limit (when ‘Check upper limit’ is
switched on):
y 1
≤ y max_between_xlimits
≤ y 2
The values x max_total
and y max_between_xlimits
are saved as numerical
process values and used for statistics and trend if the appropriate
facility has been selected in the EO properties
(see section 6.8.8).
6.8.13.3 Summary of the Stop position properties
Stop position y = f(x) y = f(t)
Stop position
Position - 4 coordinate values: y1, y2, x1, x2 - not available
Reference
- absolute, relative HT, relative VT
Evaluation
- on, off
Upper limit
- on, off
Process values
End point coordinates - y, x
Results
- OK, NOK
End Box Max Value
Position - 4 coordinate values: y1, y2, x1, x2 - not available
Reference
- absolute, relative to threshold
Evaluation
- on, off
Upper limit
- on, off
Process values
Maximum values
Results
- y max
, x max
-OK, NOK
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6.8.14 ‘Threshold’ Class
y
OK
NOK
1+
5
4+
8
7
6-
2+
3
x/t
Thresholds can be used as an independent evaluation object
in order to limit the curve, so that it allows the threshold
to be intersected only from a specific side or prevents it
from intersecting with the threshold at all. Thresholds can
also be used as the reference object for evaluation objects
curve should intersect with it. The point of intersection
serves as the reference point for those objects which use
the threshold as a reference object. There are both horizontal
and vertical thresholds.
A threshold always has an absolute position. The option
‘crossing from’ on this properties page should be mentioned
in particular.
A vertical threshold supplies the y-coordinate of the point
of intersection as the process value, and a horizontal
threshold supplies the x coordinate of the point of intersection.
These values are saved as numeric process values
and used for statistics and trend if the appropriate facility
has been selected in the EO properties (see section 6.8.8).
The graphic display of the thresholds is a line. If intersection
is required, it is green, but if intersection is not allowed,
it is red.
6.8.14.1 Summary of the threshold properties
Threshold y = f(x) y = f(t)
Vertical
Position - 3 coordinate values: y1, y2, x - 3 coordinate values: y1, y2, t
Evaluation - on, off - on, off
Crossing from - on, off - on, off
Measuring direction - left, right, none - left, right
Process values
Point of intersection
Results
- y
-OK, NOK
- y
-OK, NOK
Horizontal
Position - 3 coordinate values: y, x1, x2 - 3 coordinate values: y, t1, t2
Evaluation - on, off - on, off
Crossing from - under, top, none - under, top, none
Measuring direction - forward, backward - not available
Process values
Point of intersection
Results
- x
-OK, NOK
- t
-OK, NOK
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6.8.15 ‘Numericals’ Class
6.8.15.1 Numerical Type 'Max-Min'
y
7+
x/t
Max-Min Box searches for the maximum and minimum y-
value within the box. The crucial value is the difference
between these two values (y max
- y min
). For a successful
evaluation, this difference must be within the stated limits.
The difference value is saved as a numerical process value,
and used for statistics and trend if the corresponding option
has been selected in the EO properties (see section
6.8.8). Neither the entry nor the exit of the curve is
checked.
The graphic display is a green box.
A box relative to a threshold is shown in green when there
is a point of intersection. Otherwise it is shown in orange
with reference to the center point of the relevant threshold.
A box relative to x/t-max is shown correctly when x (or t)-
max is known. Otherwise it is shown relative to (0,0).
6.8.15.2 Numerical Type 'Maximum'
y
7+
x/t
Maximum Box searches for the maximum within the box.
For a successful evaluation, the maximum value must be
within the stated limits. The Maximum value is saved as a
numerical process value, and used for statistics and trend if
the corresponding option has been selected in the EO
properties (see section 6.8.8). Neither the entry nor the exit
of the curve is checked.
The graphic display is a green box with a red upper limit.
A box relative to a threshold is shown in green when there
is a point of intersection. Otherwise it is shown in orange
with reference to the center point of the relevant threshold.
A box relative to x/t-max is shown correctly when x (or t)-
max is known. Otherwise it is shown relative to (0,0).
6.8.15.3 Numerical Type 'Minimum'
y
7
x/t
Minimum Box searches for the minimum value within the
box. For a successful evaluation, this minimum must be
within the stated limits. The minimum value is saved as a
numerical process value, and used for statistics and trend if
the corresponding option has been selected in the EO
properties (see section 6.8.8). Neither the entry nor the exit
of the curve is checked.
The graphic display is a green box. with a red lower limit
A box relative to a threshold is shown in green when there
is a point of intersection. Otherwise it is shown in orange
with reference to the center point of the relevant threshold.
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A box relative to x/t-max is shown correctly when x (or t)-
max is known. Otherwise it is shown relative to (0,0).
6.8.15.4 Summary of the ‘Numericals’ Properties
Numericals y = f(x) y = f(t)
Max-Min
Position - 4 coordinate values: y1, y2, x1, x2 - 4 coordinate values: y1, y2, t1, t2
Reference
- absolute, relative to threshold,
relative to x-max
- absolute, relative to threshold,
relative to t-max
Evaluation - on, off - on, off
Difference value - max, min difference value - max, min difference value
Measuring direction - forward, backwards - not available
Process values
Difference value
Results
- y max
- y min
-OK, NOK
- y max
- y min
- OK, NOK
Maximum
Position - 4 coordinate values: y1, y2, x1, x2 - 4 coordinate values: y1, y2, t1, t2
Reference
- absolute, relative to threshold,
relative to x-max
- absolute, relative to threshold,
relative to t-max
Evaluation - on, off - on, off
Limit - max - max
Measuring direction - forward, back - not available
Process values
Maximum coordinate
Results
- x, y
-OK, NOK
- x, y
- OK, NOK
Minimum
Position - 4 coordinate values: y1, y2, x1, x2 - 4 coordinate values: y1, y2, t1, t2
Reference
- absolute, relative to threshold,
relative to x-max
- absolute, relative to threshold,
relative to t-max
Evaluation - on, off - on, off
Limit - min - min
Measuring direction - forward, backwards - not available
Process values
Minimum coordinate
Results
- x, y
-OK, NOK
- x, y
- OK, NOK
6.8.16 ‘Hysteresis’ Class
The ‘Hysteresis’ evaluation object determines in the y or x
direction (according to the hysteresis type) the difference
between forward and backward running curves at a particular
location. This function is available only for forward
and backward types of measurement, i.e. not for y(t). If
forward and backward for measurement direction is not
activated, evaluation result will be always NOK (Bad part)
due to missing backward measurement information.
In particular, the hysteresis limits are on the hysteresis
properties page, where you can enter the smallest and
largest hysteresis permitted. The actual hysteresis is always
calculated as a positive value. If you provide no details for
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the hysteresis, you can firstly observe the process values
(e.g. trend) in order to establish the limits (see section 6.5
‘Process values / Trend’).
The graphic display of the vertical (horizontal) hysteresis is
a vertical (horizontal) dashed line which shows the axis.
The green line shows the tolerance of the hysteresis (applies
as from firmware version V1.2). From V1.2, the hysteresis
is shown as in 6.8.16.1 and 6.8.16.2.
In the case of a hysteresis relative to a threshold, the permitted
hysteresis range is shown in green when there is a
point of intersection. Otherwise it is shown in orange with
reference to a central point of the relevant threshold.
A hysteresis relative to x/t-max is then correctly shown,
when x (or t)-max is known. Otherwise it is shown relative
to (0,0).
6.8.16.1 Vertical Hysteresis
y
7
dy
The vertical hysteresis has only one coordinate: the x-
position.
The difference dy of the y-coordinates points of intersection
of the forward and backward running curves is saved
as a numerical process value, and used for statistics and
trend if the appropriate facility has been selected in the EO
properties (see section 6.8.8).
x
6.8.16.2 Horizontal Hysteresis
y
4
dx
The horizontal hysteresis has only one coordinate: the y-
position.
The difference dx of the x-coordinates points of intersection
of the forward and backward running curves is saved
as a numerical process value and used for statistics and
trend if the appropriate facility has been selected in the EO
properties (see section 6.8.8).
x
6.8.16.3 Summary of the Hysteresis Properties
Hysteresis
y = f(x) only
Vertical
Position
- 1 coordinate value: x
Reference
- absolute, relative to TH, relative to TV,
relative to x-max
Evaluation
- on, off
Hysteresis limits
- dy1, dy2
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Hysteresis
Process values
Hysteresis
Results
Horizontal
Position
Reference
Evaluation
Hysteresis limits
Process values
Hysteresis
Results
y = f(x) only
- dy (actual hysteresis)
- OK, NOK
- 1 coordinate value: y
- absolute, relative to threshold, relative to y-max
- on, off
- dx1, dx2
- dx (actual hysteresis)
- OK, NOK
6.8.17 ‘Various Evaluations’ Class
Gradient and Integral evaluation are available yet.
6.8.17.1 ‘Gradient’
y
5
The ‘Gradient’ evaluation object evaluates the gradient of
the curve between two vertical limits.
dy
dx
x/t
The minimum and maximum limit values for the gradient
on the gradient properties page should be mentioned in
particular. If you provide no details for the limit values, you
can firstly observe the process values (e.g. trend) in order
to establish the limits (see section 6.5 ‘Process values /
Trend’).
The graphic display of the gradient consists of the two
vertical dashed lines. The two green lines show the gradient
limits, with their origin always on the zero line.
In the case of a gradient relative to a threshold, the gradient
limits are shown in green if there is a point of intersection.
Otherwise they are shown in orange with reference to
the center point of the corresponding threshold.
A gradient relative to x/t-max is shown correctly if x (or t)-
max is known. Otherwise it is shown relative to (0,0).
6.8.17.2 ‘Integral’
The ‘Integral’ evaluation calculates the area between the x
or t limits.
The minimum and maximum limit values for the gradient
on the gradient properties page should be mentioned in
particular. If you provide no details for the limit values, you
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can firstly observe the process values (e.g. trend) in order
to establish the limits (see section 6.5 ‘Process values /
Trend’).
7
x/t
The graphic display of the gradient consists of the two
vertical dashed lines. The two green lines show the gradient
limits, with their origin always on the zero line.
In the case of a gradient relative to a threshold, the gradient
limits are shown in green if there is a point of intersection.
Otherwise they are shown in orange with reference to
the center point of the corresponding threshold.
A gradient relative to x/t-max is shown correctly if x (or t)-
max is known. Otherwise it is shown relative to (0,0).
6.8.17.3 Summary of the ‘Various Evaluations’ Properties
Various Evaluations y = f(x) y = f(t)
Gradient
Position - 2 coordinate values: x1, x2 - 2 coordinate values: t1, t2
Reference
- absolute, relative to threshold,
relative to x-max
- absolute, relative to threshold,
relative to t-max
Evaluation - on, off - on, off
Gradient limits - min-gradient, max-gradient - min-gradient, max-gradient
Measuring direction - forward, backward - not available
Results
- IO, NIO (OK/NOK) - IO, NIO (OK/NOK)
Process values
Integral
Position - 2 coordinate values: x1, x2 - 2 coordinate values: t1, t2
Reference
- absolute, relative to threshold,
relative to x-max
- absolute, relative to threshold,
relative to t-max
Evaluation - on, off - on, off
Gradient limits - min-gradient, max-gradient - min-gradient, max-gradient
Measuring direction - forward, backward - not available
Results
- IO, NIO (OK/NOK) - IO, NIO (OK/NOK)
Process values
Gradient - dy/dx - dy/dt
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6.9 System Setup
The ‘System setup’ page represents the starting point for
various settings which are parameter set independent: language,
password, digital inputs, etc. Log on as Supervisor
and press the [System setup] button. This switches
CoMo Net to the configuration mode, which disables normal
measurement.
6.9.1 Language Selection
The button on the ‘System setup’ page
[Language]) takes you to language
selection.
Select your language and click on [OK]
as soon as the display shows the
correct language. The new language is
now loaded. To save this setting, you
must return to the [Measure] page.
If you choose [USA] for Region the data setup will be in US
format.
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6.9.2 Date and Time Setup
There are two methods of setting
the date and time: manually
or via LAN (network). In the
‘Use time server’ setting: the
date and time information is
taken from a time server in the
LAN each time the CoMo Net is
started. If no time server exists,
the internal time of CoMo Net is
used. Time zone differences can
be corrected in the ‘Time offset’
field.
Timer server is switched off by default.
6.9.3 Supervisor Password
To change the Supervisor
password, enter the new password
in both fields. This change
will take place only after you
press the [Execute] button.
There is a facility for automatically
logging off the ‘Supervisor’
user when no further user
actions have taken place for a
certain specified period of time.
This can be useful in preventing
unauthorized persons from
making changes when a ‘Supervisor’ has forgotten to log
off. Possible waiting times range between 1 and 600 minutes
(= 10 hours); you can also disable this function completely.
6.9.4 Communication
6.9.4.1 RS-232C
The RS-232C interface is used only as an auxiliary interface
for setting up the CoMo Net IP address for the first time.
Connect the serial cable (Type 1200A27, see section 7.5.1)
on your PC and to CoMo Net.
Start your terminal program (e.g. HyperTerminal, Menu
Start -> Program -> Accessories -> Communication) on the
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PC. You must make the following settings for the connection:
Baud rate (bits per second) 19200
Data bits 8
Parity
none
Stop bits 1
Flow control (handshake)
none
Send line end with carriage return (CR LF Yes
or #13, #10)
Local echo
Yes
Now determine the IP address for your CoMo Net (see
next section (6.9.4.2)).
Use the following commands to display or change the IP
address, the default gateway and the subnet mask (
means: Return key):
Display IP address
Display default gateway
Display subnet mask
Enter new IP address
Enter new default gateway
Enter new subnet mask
Firmware version
:IP
:DG
:SM
:IP nnn.nnn.nnn.nnn
:DG ddd.ddd.ddd.ddd
:SM sss.sss.sss.sss
:VE
Note:
During the entry, you must not use the delete key
(backspace); this command will then no longer be recognized.
When you have made all the entries, switch CoMo Net off
and then on again. When the power cord is connected, it
can then be addressed using this IP address.
Note:
IP address, default gateway and subnet mask must be
compatible. Otherwise, the CoMo Net will retain the old
details after being switched off and then on again.
6.9.4.2 Ethernet, TCP/IP
Normally, you will connect your CoMo Net to your local
area network. In this case, ask your network administrator
for the IP address, default gateway and subnet mask,
which you are allowed to use for your CoMo Net. Examples:
IP address: 192.168.100.21, default gateway:
192.168.100.254, subnet mask: 255.255.255.0
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If you decide in favor of a point-to-point connection, consult
section 9.2.3 concerning how to determine your IP address
yourself.
On delivery, an IP address is set up in CoMo Net, which
will not match up with your local area network. For this
reason, you must set up the IP address with the help of the
RS-232C interface, see previous section (see section
6.9.4.1) or use the delivered cross over Ethernet link cable
for a pier-to-pier connection with your PC. In this case you
can use the default IP-address 192.168.101.64.
If you already have a connection to CoMo Net via the
network or via a pier-to-pier connection, you can change
the IP address from the user interface.
Procedure:
Log on as ‘Supervisor’ and select the ‘System setup’ page.
Click on [Communication]:
The ‘Device name’, ‘Group’ and ‘Description’ details are
not currently used. Their purpose is for later expansions.
You can enter the settings under ‘IP address’, ‘Subnet
mask’ and ‘Default gateway’. CoMo Net checks whether
the three details are compatible. They will be saved only if
they are compatible.
Switch the CoMo Net off and then on again. It will now respond
to the new IP address.
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MAC-Adresse is worldwide unique for every device and
will assign from the manufacturer and therefore, is constant.
6.9.4.3 Browser Setup
Section 9.3 provides you with detailed instructions for setting
up your browser correctly.
6.9.5 Device Link
Device Link offers different possibilities for fast and direct
switching to other units.
Standalone (Linking Off) is used if no other units should be
available link, usually for single application.
6.9.5.1 Normal device
Normal device is one of
the unit in the network.
This unit must know the
name and path or IPaddress
of the main
unit.
6.9.5.2 Main device
Main device must have a table were
every additional unit beside the main
unit is mentioned with its name and
IP-address or path.
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6.9.6 Remote Control / Parameter Set Switching
You can enable the field bus (option) on the [Remote control
/ PS] page. This setting is called the ‘Control connection’.
The digital inputs / outputs are selected on the
CoMo Net by default. If a field bus option is installed, it
can be enabled here. This disables the six built-in digital inputs
and outputs. If no field bus is installed, an error message
appears.
6.9.6.1 Profibus Settings (Option)
The field bus option is recognized automatically when it is
selected. If a compatible field bus is incorporated, it is then
automatically initialized and is ready to operate.
You cannot set up anything on the monitor screen. You
will find several switches on the CoMo Net itself: see section
7.7.
6.9.6.2 Parameter Set Selection
At the bottom of the page, you can select whether you
want to carry out the parameter set switching manually as
Supervisor or externally (switch, SPC). The control connection
refers to the input/output system set up at the top
part of the page. If you have selected ‘Control connection’,
you can no longer switch over the parameter set manually.
Note:
Because of the limited number of built-in digital inputs,
an input can be variously assigned. Therefore check the
settings under [Digital inputs], to determine whether ‘PS
selection, bit x’ is selected (see section 6.9.7).
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6.9.7 Digital Inputs / Outputs
The digital inputs can be freely selected for various functionalities:
Input Functionality Alternative functionality Alternative functionality
DI1 Start / Stop measurement - off
DI2 Start / Stop trigger - off
DI3 - PS selection, bit 3 1 ) off
DI4 Tare x PS selection, bit 2 1 ) off
DI5 Tare y PS selection, bit 1 1 ) off
DI6 - PS selection, bit 0 1 ) off
1
) The new parameter set is set up immediately with every
change (edge)
Restrictions:
The parameter set must only be changed when no measurement
is enabled, i.e. when the ‘Instrument ready’ output is
enabled.
The polarity can be selected for each input (enabled when
current flowing or enabled when no current flowing).
The debouncing time can be selected here (in 8 ms steps).
If mechanical switches are used, the debouncing time must
be selected accordingly. A typical value for the debouncing
time is 24 ms.
Similarly, the digital outputs can be freely selected for
various functionalities:
Output Functionality Alternative
funct.
Alternative
funct.
Alternative
funct.
Alternative
funct.
Alternative
funct.
DO1 Instrument ready RT x2 RT x3 RT x4 RT y1 RT y2
DO2 - RT x2 RT x3 RT x4 RT y1 RT y2
DO3 Good part RT x2 RT x3 RT x4 RT y1 RT y2
DO4 Bad part RT x2 RT x3 RT x4 RT y1 RT y2
DO5 - RT x2 RT x3 RT x4 RT y1 RT y2
DO6 - RT x2 RT x3 RT x4 RT y1 RT y2
The ‘RT’ outputs are set immediately when the event occurs.
The ‘Good part’ and ‘Bad part’ outputs are set up only after
the end of the cycle (shortly before ‘Instrument ready’
is enabled again). They are deleted as soon as the next cycle
has been started.
The polarity (normally closed or normally open contact)
can be set for each output.
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6.9.8 Input /Output Test
6.9.8.1 Hardware Inputs / Outputs
6.9.8.2 Field Bus (Option)
This page is used exclusively for troubleshooting and not
for normal measurement. CoMo Net is switched to test
mode for this purpose.
All digital inputs are displayed, and all digital outputs can
be switched on or off individually. The electrical range of
the analog inputs are displayed as selected in the current
parameter set (y-axis: piezo, strain gauge or voltage input).
If the digital inputs / outputs are selected in ‘Remote control’,
this page appears automatically.
If ‘Field bus’ is selected in ‘Remote control’, the field bus
page is shown automatically.
6.9.9 Statistics and Trend
The statistics for each evaluation object always relate to the
entire manufacturing batch. This means that all measuring
cycles whose individual result is ‘IO’ (OK) (successful) are
taken into account for the statistics of a given evaluation
object (analysis pages) – in other words independently of
the entire result of the cycle.
Trend mode is always ‘sliding window’ for all evaluation
objects. The window size is the number of the latest values
appearing on the relevant analysis page. It can be set in the
range from 2 to 30.
6.9.10 Data export
The file format for data export is
XML.
An extra program (service
program) must be started und runs
in the back ground.
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6.9.11 Backup/Restoring Parameter Sets
You can back up all 16 parameter sets at the same time
either on a PC (Remote) or (Local) in the CoMo Net it
self.. A web server with POST capability must run on the
PC (see section 8.6).
6.9.11.1 Local Backup/Restoring
Enter the file name of the
backup copy in this field. You
can use the PC keyboard for
this. Finish with .
After a successful backup the file
name is showed in file list.
For restore the listed files are
available.
Restore:
On restore, you are warned that
all current parameter sets in the CoMo Net will be overwritten.
Confirm with OK.
6.9.11.2 Remote Backup/Restoring
Enter the PC or server (IP
address) and the file name of the
backup copy in this field. You
can use the PC keyboard for
this. Finish with . No
blanks are accepted in the file
name.
Backup:
In section 8.6 under ‘Home Directory’, you can find out
which folder is used for the backup copy.
Note:
You should, in any case, check whether the file has actually
be created. The message from CoMo Net states
only that the backup command has been successfully
executed, but not whether the backup file was actually
able to be created.
Restore:
On restore, you are warned that all current parameter sets
in the CoMo Net will be overwritten. Confirm with OK.
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Possible errors:
• The server (PC) was not found (check IP address and
connection)
• No web server with POST capability is running on the
server
• File with the same name already exists and is writeprotected
• Sub directory was not existing
6.9.12 Resetting to Factory Settings (Factory Reset)
When factory reset is actuated, all data (measuring results,
curves, parameter sets and system settings) are deleted.
Only the IP settings (IP address, default gateway, subnet
mask) remain.
After you press the [Execute] button, you are warned that
everything will be deleted. Reset will be carried out only
when you press [OK].
If CoMo Net refuses to start (e.g. after reprogramming it
with new firmware), an RS-232 short-circuit connector can
be used: by connecting pins 2 and 3 when CoMo Net is
switched on, it will be reset to the factory settings. Remove
the connector when the red ‘Error’ lamp extinguishes!
6.9.13 System Info
This provides you with some e
system information about your
CoMo Net at a glance:
- General
- Ethernet
- Various settings
- Control
- Calibration
This overview can be printed
out.
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7. Technical Data
7.1 Analog Inputs
General data
Sampling rate per channel kHz 10, 582 (5,291) 1)
Number of samples per cycle 250, 500 or 1000
Linearity error ADC Bit

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Switching times:
Reset → Operate ms

Technical Data
Common mode of the differential V ±18
input stage
Input filter (passive) kHz 5
Filter in front of A/D converter
(enabled, 2 nd order)
kHz 3
Error
Range ±0,005 ... ±0,05 V % ±0,05 ... ±10 V % >1
Resolution, scaling amplifier % 0,13
Repeat error
(Range

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7.1.3 Displacement Input
Potentiometric displacement sensor
Pin allocation
Type Phoenix 3,5 mm
Function
Pin
Input 1
Measuring ground 2
Sensor supply +10V 3
Sensor supply –10V 4
7.1.3.1 Voltage Amplifier for Potentiometric Sensor
Measuring range V ±0,5 ... ±10
Input filter (enabled, 4 th order) Hz 650
Error %

Technical Data
7.2 Monitor Outputs
Analog monitor outputs (2 mm sockets), for start-up only
General data
Output current mA

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7.3.2 Time Delay, Real-Time Thresholds (Horizontal)
The measuring signal is an edge on the y-input. The delay
is measured from the monitor output to the digital output
(which feeds out the real-time threshold): 2.0ms ≤ t ≤
3.2ms (typ).
7.4 Digital Inputs / Outputs
Functions: see 6.9.7 ‘Digital inputs / outputs
Wiring of the digital inputs
Pin allocation
Function
Pin
Input 1+ (cycle) 1
Input 1– (cycle) 2
Input 2+ 3
Input 2– 4
Input 3+ 5
Input 3– 6
Input 4+ 7
Input 4– 8
Input 5+ 9
Input 5– 10
Input 6+ 11
Input 6– 12
Digital inputs (optocouplers, electrically isolated)
Debouncing Software programmed
Logical input level High V >14
Logical input level Low V

Technical Data
Eing 1 (+)
Eing 1 (-)
Entprellung
Polarität
Prozessor
Debouncing of the digital inputs
The input reacts to the first pulse. All further pulses within
a specific adjustable time are suppressed.
Wiring of the digital outputs
Pin allocation
Function
Pin
Output 1
1
(ready)
Output 2 2
Output 3 3
Output 4 4
Output 5 5
Output 6 6
Common 1-6 7
Digital outputs (photo-MOS-relays, electrically isolated)
Current loading, continuous mA

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Remarks:
The photo-MOS-relays are not short-circuit proof. As they
are mounted on the pin base, they can be exchanged.
The digital inputs can be checked and the outputs directly
set up on the system setup – I/O test page.
7.5 Communication
7.5.1 RS-232C Interface
Pin allocation:
Function
Receiver RxD
Transmitter TxD
Signal ground SG
Pin
2
3
5
Cable wiring
(P=plug, S=socket)
Type DSUB-9S
CoMo Net
(DSUB-9P)
2 RxD
3 TxD
5 SG
Screen
Kistler Type: 1200A27, Length: 5 m
PC
(DSUB-9S)
2 RxD
3 TxD
7 RTS
8 CTS
6 DSR
4 DTR
1 DCD
5 SG
Screen
Interface RS-232C (without control leads, level according
to standard, electrically isolated)
Baud rate 19'200
Data format
8 data bits,
1 stop bit,
no parity
Voltage at receiver input V

Technical Data
7.5.2 Ethernet Interface
Type RJ45
Pin allocation
Function
Transmitter +
Transmitter –
Receiver +
line termination
Receiver –
line termination
Pin
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Interface Ethernet 10Base-T (electrically isolated)
Transmission rate Mbps 10
Topology Twisted Pairs 2
Voltage between signal V rms

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GND BUS, isolated; 5
RS-485 page 1 )
+5 V BUS, isolated; 6
RS-485 page 1 )
- 7
A-line: RxD/TxD 8
negative; according to RS-
485 specification
- 9
1)
+5V BUS and GND BUS are used for the bus termination.
In normal applications only A-Line, B-Line and
screen are used.
Baud rate
The baud rate on a Profibus-DP network is set in the Profibus
master and only one baud rate is possible on the bus
at any one time. CoMo Net has an auto baud rate detection
function and adjusts accordingly.
Baud rates supported kbit/s 9,6
19,2
45,45
93,75
187,5
500
Mbit/s 1,5
3
6
12
Times
Min. station delay (slave µs 100
hold-off interval)
Maximum responder time bit 1 ) 60 @ 9,6 kbd
60 @ 19,2 kbd
250 @ 45,45 kbd
60 @ 93,75 kbd
60 @ 187,5 kbd
100 @ 500 kbd
150 @ 1,5 Mbd
250 @ 3 Mbd
450 @ 6 Mbd
800 @ 12 Mbd
Reaction time 2) ms 16 (min.)
24..32 (typ)
1)
2)
Stated in bit times. The bit time is the time required to
send one bit. To obtain the actual time, the bit time
must be multiplied by the baud rate.
Reaction time of the CoMo Net itself. Added to this are
additional delay times from the field bus, see section
9.4.1. Shorter reaction times will be possible only in
future firmware versions.
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Termination
The end nodes in a Profibus-DP network must be terminated
to avoid reflections on the bus line. This is made
possible with the ‘Termination’ switch on the option module.
If CoMo Net is connected as the first or last module in
a network, and where the termination in the connector is
not enabled, the switch must be in the ON position. In all
other cases, the switch must be in the OFF position on the
CoMoNet.
1 2
Network user address
It is possible to have devices with addresses from 1-125 on
the Profibus DP network. Only addresses 1-99 can be set
with the CoMo Net rotary switches. The lower switch is for
the tens, and the upper switch for the units. In order to enable
a new address, the CoMo Net must be switched off
and then on again.
GSD file
A GSD file is assigned to every device on a Profibus DP network;
this file contains all necessary information on the device.
During configuration of the Profibus DP, it is needed in
order to inform the master what facilities a specific device is
offering. The CoMo Net-CD contains the GSD file required
(hms_1003DP.gsd) or it can be downloaded from the website
http://www.hms.se/fbfiles.htm (AnyBus-S Slave GSD
Configuration Files, AnyBus-S Profibus-DP).
Display
The CoMo Net Profibus DP-option is equipped with four
LEDs; the one at bottom left is not used:
LED ‘OnL’
LED ‘OffL’
LED ‘BF’
Flashing 1
Hz
Flashing 2
Hz
Flashing 4
Hz
Field bus online, data traffic possible
Field bus offline or interface not configured
/ enabled.
Bus error, i.e. the connection with SPC
takes place, but the configuration in the
SPC differs from that of CoMo Net. No
data traffic possible:
The number of data bytes set in CoMo Net
and in the SPC differs
The number of ‘User Parameter’ bytes set
in the SPC is wrong (no user parameter
indicated!)
CoMo Net has wrongly initialized the field
bus interface
Electrical
Current consumption A 0,1 typ
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Physical
Temperature and humidity
Profibus module certificate (option)
The Profibus module (‘Anybus’) from the manufacturer HMS
Industrial Networks AB (http://www.hms.se/fbfiles.htm) is
already certified for the application concerned. Further certification
is not necessary in the operating mode selected.
Bit allocation on the Profibus
2 bytes are used as the input (control) and 4 bytes as the
output.
Input (from Profibus to CoMo Net):
Bit number 15 8 7 0
Byte offset (SPC) 1 0
Output (from CoMo Net to Profibus):
Bit number 31 24 23 16 15 8 7 0
Byte offset (SPC) 3 2 1 0
Input:
Bit Function Reacts to When allowed
0 Measurement Edge 0 -> 1 (Start) Always
Edge 1 -> 0 (Stop)
1 Start trigger Edge 0 -> 1 During measurement
2 Stop trigger Edge 0 -> 1 During measurement
3 Reserved
4 x tare Edge 0 -> 1 During measurement
5 y tare Edge 0 -> 1 During measurement
6 Delete all statistical / trend data Edge 0 -> 1 No measurement running 1 )
7 Reserved
8 Select parameter set, Bit 0 Edge 0 -> 1; 1 -> 0 2 ) No measurement running 1 )
9 Select parameter set, Bit 1 Edge 0 -> 1; 1 -> 0 2 ) No measurement running 1 )
10 Select parameter set, Bit 2 Edge 0 -> 1; 1 -> 0 2 ) No measurement running 1 )
11 Select parameter set, Bit 3 Edge 0 -> 1; 1 -> 0 2 ) No measurement running 1 )
12 Select parameter set, Bit 4 Edge 0 -> 1; 1 -> 0 2 ) No measurement running 1 )
(Implementation für später vorgesehen)
13 - 15 Reserved
1)
2)
This action must be carried out only when no cycle is
enabled (i.e. the ‘Instrument ready’ output must be enabled
and no other measurement must have been
started.)
The new set is set up with each change of the parameter
set number.
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Output:
Bit Function Description
0 Instrument ready 0 = on starting up, measurement or the user (‘Supervisor’)
is entering settings
1 = ready
1 Operating mode 0 = normal,
1 = special (not currently used)
2 Cycle status 0 = ready,
1 = measurement/evaluation
3 Real-time threshold Y1 Deleted when cycle status 0 -> 1
4 Real-time threshold Y2 Deleted when cycle status 0 -> 1
5 Real-time threshold X2 Deleted when cycle status 0 -> 1
6 Real-time threshold X3 Deleted when cycle status 0 -> 1
7 Real-time threshold X4 Deleted when cycle status 0 -> 1
8 - 19 Result of EO 1 to 12
(Implementation für später vorgesehen)
Individual evaluation result for EO. Updated in cycle
status 1 -> 0
20 Overall result 1 = good part,
0 = bad part. Updated when cycle status 1 -> 0
21 -23 Reserved
24 -27 Error or warning (Code)
(Implementation für später vorgesehen)
28 –31 Reserved
7.8 Other Data
General
Parameter sets/file 16
Zeitverzögerung bei externer ms 5
Power supply
without option
with option
VDC
W
W
18 ... 30
approx. 6
approx. 8
Voltage between supply connections
V rms

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IP degree of protection according
20
to IEC60529
Operating temperature °C 0 ... 50
Storage temperature °C –10 ... 70
Relative humidity % 10 ... 80
Vibration resistance
g

Maintenance and Diagnosis
8. Maintenance and Diagnosis
8.1 Safety Precautions
Please refer to the rules described in section 2.1 ‘For your
safety’.
8.2 Causes of Drift at Charge Input
The slow change of the zero point of the output signal
during the measuring cycle is called drift. The maximum
drift is specified as ±0,1 pC/s at 25°C (see section 7). If this
value is exceeded by a considerable margin, this may be
due to one of the following causes:
Cause 1:
In this case, the drift of the output signal moves exponentially
towards zero. This is because the insulation resistance
in the feedback branch of the charge amplifier is too low.
The reason for this is poor insulation resistance in the range
capacitor. To correct this fault, send the CoMo Net for repair
to the authorized Kistler sales outlet/distributors.
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Cause 2:
In this case, the output drifts linearly in the positive or
negative direction. The reason could be a damaged or defective
input operational amplifier.
Remedy
The operational amplifier at the input must be exchanged
by sending the CoMo Net for repair to the authorized Kistler
sales outlet/distributors.
Cause 3
The direction of the drift in this case may be positive or
negative, depending on the polarity of the offset voltage at
the amplifier input. The drift is caused by the insulation resistance
at the input of the charge amplifier being too low.
It could also be due to the insulation resistance of the sensor
being too low.
Remedy
The insulation of the sensor cable and the sensor can be
measured with the Type 5493 insulation tester 2 . Any dirty
plugs or sockets at the amplifier input, sensor or cables
must be cleaned or exchanged. In some circumstances, the
zero point of the input stage of the charge amplifier must
be recalibrated.
2
The input resistance of the charge amplifier cannot be
measured with the insulation tester.
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Remarks:
Cause 3 is easy to diagnose by removing the sensor and
sensor cable from the charge amplifier input and connecting
a charge calibrator. Cause 3 may also be due to the insulation
resistance of the operational amplifier in the input
stage being too low.
8.3 Circuit Examples for Piezoelectric Sensor
Monitor U out
GND output
Charge input
The charge amplifier has a BNC
socket at the input. The monitor
output is at two 2mm test sockets.
The signal ground is electrically
isolated from the protective
ground.
Grounding screw
Note:
The analog inputs can be checked on the ‘System setup
– I/O test’ page (Section 6.9.8).
Charge input, EMC and ground loops
For EMC applications, the measuring ground must be connected
to the equipment case via the grounding screw
M2,5x5 (next to the BNC input). This can lead to interference
caused by ground loops where sensors are not
ground-insulated. The two requirements for grounding,
bilateral (EMC) or unilateral (prevention of ground loops)
are contradictory, since the screening is used simultaneously
as a signal conductor. It may be necessary to find the
best solution by carrying out tests.
Other possibilities:
• Establish a low impedance connection between the
equipment case and the sensor (large-area copper
braiding, ribbon cable).
• Use a triaxial connection for the signal input. The outer
sheath is used for screening and the inner one for signal
transmission. A similar effect is achieved when the coaxial
cable is installed in a metal sheath, which is connected
to ground at both ends. The screening must be
insulated from the metal sheath.
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Circuit examples:
a) CoMo grounded, sensor insulated
EMC: acceptable
Sensor
Grounding
screw
Ground loop:
good
b) CoMo insulated, sensor grounded
CoMo
EMC: to some
extent acceptable
Ground loop:
good
c) CoMo and sensor grounded, equipotential bonding
lead
EMC: good
Ground loop: to
be tested
d) CoMo insulated, sensor grounded, triaxial screen
(grounded at both ends)
CoMo
EMV: very good
Ground loop:
good
Remarks:
EMC testing was carried out using circuit version c)
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Important notes:
Because of the extremely high input insulation of the
charge amplifier, its signal input must be protected against
all contamination.
Sensors must be connected with special, highly insulated
and low-noise BNC cables. We recommend the use of cables
from the Kistler range. These have been subjected to
special testing for insulation resistance, low noise and low
triboelectricity resulting from movement.
Before connecting the input cable, discharge it with a short
piece of wire.
Afterwards, switch off the CoMo Net; at least ensure that
it is not in a measuring cycle. Reason: the ‘Reset contact’
must be closed to prevent possible damage to the input
MOS-FET.
If higher sensitivity is used (small measuring ranges), compliance
is also required with the following:
The interference signal (noise) increases in proportion to
the cable length or capacitance.
The input cable should not be installed with freely hanging
lengths of over 30 ... 50 cm if accelerations or vibrations
are to be expected during operation.
Monitor output
The monitor signal is within a range of ±10 V (see also
section 7 ‘Elektrisches Blockschaltbild’).
The measuring ground is electrically isolated from the
equipment case when the grounding screw is removed.
8.4 Testing and Calibration
8.4.1 Kistler Calibration Service
In order to keep a share of the world market, products
must meet the highest quality requirements. ISO9001 requires
test equipment to have a known and valid relationship
to nationally accepted standards. Traceability must be
guaranteed. Kistler offers the following calibration services:
Swiss Calibration Service (SCS)
Kistler is accredited as SCS Calibration Center (Number
049) for the measurands: pressure, force, acceleration and
electric charge. To ensure traceability and to guarantee
measuring uncertainties, calibration devices and methods
are checked and revised regularly.
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Recalibration
Our products can be retested and recalibrated. All records
are kept and are available to our customers, so that repairs
and calibrations can be traced back comprehensively.
On-site calibration
In those cases where instruments requiring calibration cannot
be transported, Kistler offers an on-site calibration
service.
8.5 PC-Installationen der auf der CD mitgelieferten Hilfsprogramme
The CD provided contains several extras for working with
CoMo Net. Descriptions are provided below as to how
these can be used. From Windows NT / 2000 onwards,
you will need the local administration rights, to enable you
to carry out these installations.
8.5.1 Installing Java Web Server
Installation:
In order to create backups from your CoMo Net on a PC,
you will need a web server with POST capability. The web
server provided meets this requirement.
Install the Java web server by double clicking on ‘Setup’ on
the installation CD. The installation process runs largely
automatically. Please follow the directions during the dialog.
Start:
Start the Java web server: Menu start - Program - Kistler -
CoMo Net - Java Web Server.
Operation:
See section 8.6.
8.5.2 Installing Microsoft-VM
Installation:
Up to Windows 2000 (Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows
NT, Windows 2000), Windows contains the Microsoft
Java Virtual Machine as standard. From Windows XP
onwards, it is no longer included (except Windows XP
ServicePack 1). Currently it must be added on afterwards.
Later, CoMo Net will also run on the official Java Virtual
Machine from SUN.
Open the ReleaseNotes on the CD, click on ‘Install Microsoft
VM’ in section 3 and follow the instructions.
Section 9.3 of this manual explains all the necessary settings.
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8.5.3 Installing Flashloader
The flashloader (see also section 8.7) is needed when a
new firmware is available for CoMo Net, and you want to
load the latest version in your equipment.
Open the ReleaseNotes on the CD, click on ‘Install
flashloader’ in section 3 and follow the instructions oder
gehen Sie auf die Kistler Homepage www.kistler.com und
laden unter Service/Software Download die neueste Firmware
herunter.
8.5.4 Installing the Operating Instruction
Open the ReleaseNotes on the CD, click on ‘Install Operating
Instructions’ in section 3 and follow the further instructions.
In the menu Start – Program – Kistler –
CoMo Net, a configuration is installed enabling you to load
the Operating Instructions and ReleaseNotes directly.
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8.6 Java Web Server
Installation of the Java web server, see section 8.5.1.
See section 6.9.11 on how to perform a backup.
To carry out a backup, you need a web server with POST
capability. The Java web server supplied meets this requirement.
Start the web server from the ‘Start – Program –
Kistler – CoMo Net – Java Web Server’ menu or
by double clicking on ‘run.bat’. As soon as the
adjacent window appears, the web server is running.
But if the ‘Address in use ‘ error message appears,
this means that a web server is already
running on your PC and occupies Port 80.
Stop the other web server (description further
down) or use a different PC.
The menu server shows the status. When ‘Stop
server’ is enabled, it is running and ready.
Click on Properties to change settings. The picture
on the left shows you the settings which you
do not need to change.
All data which you save from CoMo Net on this
PC are saved in the folder which you have designated
as ‘Home Directory’ or in a folder within it.
Stopping an already existing web server:
It is possible that another web server is already running on
your PC. If this has POST capability, you can use it straight
away without starting the Java web server.
IIS is the Windows web server. With administrator rights,
you can switch it on and off under System Control -> Administration
-> Services. This must be carried out only by
trained personnel in consultation with your network administrator!
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8.7 Loading New Firmware / Flashloader
Installation of the flashloader, see section 8.5.3.
CoMo Net has the use of a so-called flashloader, with
which new firmware (operating software) can be loaded
into CoMo Net if required. This requires a PC and the
software with the firmware. When newer firmware becomes
available, this can be downloaded from our website
www.kistler.com.
Procedure:
1) Back up the parameter sets as described in section
6.9.11!
Note:
During a firmware update, the parameter sets will be
lost!
The cycle counter and statistics/trend data will also be
lost!
2) Start the FlashLdr program by double clicking.
3) Enter the IP address of the CoMoNet which
should receive the new firmware
Caution: Ensure that you have entered the
correct CoMo Net!
4) Click on [Connect] to connect with CoMo Net.
5) Open the file with the new firmware ([Open
File] button).
6) Delete the old program ([Erase Flash] button)
7) Program the CoMo Net with the new software ([Program
Flash] button). This process will take approx. 7
minutes.
8) When the process has been successfully completed
(‘Flash successfully programmed’ message), you can
restart the CoMo Net with [Disconnect].
9) You should now reset the CoMo Net to the basic setting
(section 6.9.10) and then reload the parameter
sets (section 6.9.11).
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8.8 Touchscreen Operation
CoMo Net is set up with large buttons for touchscreen operation.
Only a partial area is required on large screens.
With a screen size of 800x600 pixels, it will be necessary to
switch to full screen (View – Full Screen). In addition, the
header can be hidden with the option ‘Automatically in the
background’ (right-hand mouse button click in the remaining
header line).
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9. Annex
9.1 Technical Explanations
9.1.1 Error when Scaling via Measuring Chain
Scaling establishes the relationship of the electrical input
quantity to the unit selected. At the voltage input, the zero
point can be freely selected, i.e. two scaling points are necessary.
With the charge amplifier, the zero point is fixed,
i.e. the straight line always goes through the zero point.
In order to ensure close accuracy, the two scaling points
must be as close as possible to the end of the range.
9.1.2 Linearity
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The output range of the A/D converter is typically 95%.
This allows a small overdrive of up to 5% of the channel
inputs without A/D overload and compensation for the
component tolerances by means of the CoMo Net calibration.
As 12 bits represent a resolution of 1/4096, then for
100 % input signal, there are still 4096 • 0,95 = 3890 digitization
stages available (0.95 = 95 % of the ADC).
Charge amplifier
The measuring modules (charge and voltage input) always
operate in bipolar mode. The resolution of the A/D converter
is thus:
200 % / 3890 = 0,051 % of the input range.
Loading of the A/D converter of ± 95 % represents an
output voltage U out
of ±10 V at the monitor output.
Output range in relation to input range (100% FS).
Voltage input (for potentiometric displacement sensor)
The input voltage signal is automatically matched to the
maximum ADC output range. The input voltage value U End
of meas. – U Start of meas. is automatically matched to the U ADC
range to ±10 V via the internal gain and an offset voltage.
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U
IN
U MA
U ME
U ADC
-10V +10V
Skalierung x-Achse
0mm
(-10mm)
10mm
(0mm)
Monitor U out
0V 10V
Input voltages | U ME
– U MA
| > 1V can be amplified to the
maximum ADC output. Smaller input voltages are amplified
by a factor of 20.
9.1.4 Sampling the x-Axis (Measuring Function y = f(x))
The CoMo Net saves a maximum of 1000 (or 250 or 500)
individual values of a measurement. The condition for start
and end of a measurement is explained in section 6.7.9.4
‘Start and stop trigger’.
The CoMo Net calculates the sampling interval ∆x from
(start of measurement – end of measurement) / 999 (or
249 or 499). This sampling interval ∆x is always a whole
number multiple of the resolution of the A/D converter.
With the scaling of the x-axis, the CoMo Net shows the set
sampling interval ∆x (section 6.7.6.3) in the appropriate
unit.
Sampling of the interval ∆x takes place in the CoMo Net at
the maximum sampling rate of 10,582 kHz 3 . A check is
made every 0,100 ms as to whether the next positive interval
∆x has been reached. If yes, the value pair x, y is
saved.
When the measuring direction is set to ‘both’, testing also
takes place for negative intervals ∆x.
3
For firmware versions V1.0 and V1.1, the lower sampling
rate of 5.291kHz (sampling interval: 0,189ms) applies.
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With very rapidly changing x-signals, it is possible that not
every ∆x interval will be measured.
9.1.5 Sampling the t-Axis (Measuring Functions y = f(t))
The CoMo Net saves a maximum of 1000 (or 250 or 500)
values of a measurement. The conditions for start and end
of measurement are explained in section 6.7.9.4 ‘Start and
stop trigger’. The sampling interval ∆t is calculated from
the measuring time entered / 999 (or 249 or 499). The
CoMo Net shows in the axis scaling (section 6.7.5) the
theoretical sampling rate and the sampling interval. This
sampling interval ∆t is always a whole number fraction of
the maximum sampling rate 10,582 kHz 4 , the sampling
interval of the sampling rate, i.e. a multiple of 0,9 ms.
The y-value is saved at each sampling interval.
9.2 Basics of TCP/IP
With TCP/IP, every network user is given an IP address. As
with normal postal addresses, every address (country –
town – street – house number) must occur only once, otherwise
there will be confusion and mail will no longer be
delivered with reliability.
Individual devices communicate with each other using
these IP addresses. Every PC, every CoMo Net etc. has its
own address.
The default gateway (also a computer) can be compared to
a post office. Each post office has its own address (standard
gateway address). In the case of networks with several
subnetworks, these post offices are used to send
communications from one district (area covered by the mail
room) to another. Each network user must know the address
of the post office if he wants to send mail to another
district. The address with a number finishing with 254
(xxx.xxx.xxx.254) is often selected for the post office.
4
For firmware versions V1.0 and V1.1, the lower sampling
rate of 5.291kHz (sampling interval: 0,189ms) applies
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The subnet mask determines how large a district is. All
parts of the address, which are ‘relevant’, must correspond,
so that they are seen to be ‘in the same district’. All mail to
addressees, which are in the same district, will be delivered
directly – i.e. not via the post office. All mail to addressees
which are not in the same district, is directed via the post
office.
Network user
Network user 1
Network user 2
Network user 3
‘Eulachstrasse’ mail room
‘District’ mask
Address
22 Eulachstrasse, Winterthur Switzerland.
1 Eulachstrasse, Winterthur, Switzerland.
3 Wülflingerstrasse, Winterthur, Switzerland.
254 Eulachstrasse, Winterthur, Switzerland.
relevant.relevant.relevant.no matter
Special case: ‘Island network’: In an island network, no
post office is necessary. It must nevertheless be defined,
but is never used. Here also, the subnet mask determines
which network users are found.
9.2.1 Connections
At the physical level (cables, connectors), Ethernet is mostly
used for a TCP/IP connection.
There is the point-to-point connection, in which just two
devices are linked. A crossed Ethernet cable is needed for
this.
The normal case, on the other hand, is a star configuration
interconnection of devices, so that each one can link up
with any other. This requires so- called hubs or switches.
Normal (non-crossed) Ethernet cables are used for the cabling.
Each device receives an IP address, so that the devices
can communicate with one another in an orderly
manner.
9.2.2 Addressing
Every device which communicates with other devices via
TCP/IP receives an IP address. This is programmed in the
device. The device will then react when it is called with this
address.
There is the possibility of an island network, which has no
connection with a local area network or with the Internet.
In this type of network, the addresses can be freely assigned
(see next section 9.2.3). This includes the special
case of the point-to-point connection (see previous section).
Mostly, however, several devices are connected to the
local area network (LAN). In this case, the network administrator
is responsible for planning the IP addresses. Contact
him for the details required (IP address, subnet mask
and default gateway), so that you can start up your
CoMo Net.
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An IP address consists of four numbers (1..254 or 0..255),
which together constitute the address. They are separated
by dots. Example: ‘192.168.101.64‘.
The subnet mask determines the possible number of IP addresses
within the subnet: all places (bits) on ‘0’ (in our
case the last 8 bits) indicate that all addressees (which according
to the logic AND configuration of their IP address
with the subnet mask receive the same result) are on the
same subnet and can thus be directly addressed (without a
bypass via a gateway or router).
The default gateway is simply that device (router) which is
the gateway to other subnets. It must be in the same subnet
as its own device.
Example of a valid IP address, subnet mask and standard
gateway:
IP address 192 168 101 64
Subnet mask 255 255 255 0
Default gateway 192 168 101 254
Sections 6.9.4.1 and 6.9.4.2 describe how you can make
these entries in CoMo Net.
9.2.3 Specifying the IP Address
If you are operating CoMo Net in an island network, (see
previous section), you can specify the IP addresses yourself.
If your CoMo Net is connected to a local area network,
you are not allowed to select the IP addresses yourself!
See previous section!
As described in the previous section, there are certain restrictions
in the choice of IP address.
We assume that the TCP/IP connection has already been
installed and enabled on your PC.
Open a command input window on your PC:
Windows 95/98
• Start the ‘MS-DOS Prompt’ (Start Menu - Programs –
MS-DOS Prompt)
• Key in ‘ipconfig’
• You will now see details of the network interface(s).
Windows NT/2000
• Open an Explorer (or ‘Workstation’) and change to the
path C:\WINNT\system32. Here you will find
‘cmd.exe’, which you should now start.
• Key in ‘ipconfig’
• You will now see details of the network interface(s).
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Windows XP
• Open an Explorer (or ‘Workstation’) and change to the
path C:\WINDOWS\system32. Here you will find
‘cmd.exe’, which you should now start.
• Key in ‘ipconfig’
• You will now see details of the network interface(s).
Now select the same subnet mask and default gateway for
CoMo Net. Select as the IP address the same address
which your PC has, except that the last number should be
different (in the range from 1 to 253).
Sections 6.9.4.1 and 6.9.4.2 describe how you can make
these entries in CoMo Net.
9.2.4 Changing the IP Address on your PC
If your PC normally operates on a local area network, but
you now require a point-to-point connection (or island
network), it may be necessary to change the IP settings on
the PC.
Note:
Remove your PC from the local area network before
you change the settings and only connect it again if
everything has been reversed!
To do this, open Control Panel (Start Menu – Settings –
Control Panel – Network). Show the settings of the LAN
connection.
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Indicate the properties of ‘Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)’.
Normally you need only change settings if ‘Obtain an IP
address automatically’ is enabled (DHCP = Dynamic Host
Configuration Protocol).
Otherwise proceed according to section 9.2.3 ‘Specify IP
address’ and do not change the settings on the PC.
Windows XP offers an ‘Alternative configuration’. Use this
for your point-to-point connection. If your Windows does
not offer an alternative configuration, make a note of the
old setup, so that you can re-establish it for the local area
network.
You may possibly not have local administrator rights on
your PC and can therefore only view but not change certain
values. In this case, contact your network administrator.
Now enter the details. The adjacent picture shows an
example with IP address, which allows a connection with
the CoMo Net initial setting (192.168.101.64).
DNS and WINS settings need not be changed.
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After finishing work with CoMo Net, do not forget to reset
your PC to the LAN settings!
9.3 Browser Setup
In principle, you can connect CoMo Net and operate with
the browser immediately. Nevertheless, it is advisable to
check certain settings and correct them if necessary. Also if
various settings on the browser have changed from the initial
settings, it may be necessary to change settings.
The CoMo Net interface requires Java. Java must therefore
be installed and switched on.
The following table shows the settings which are relevant
for the browser:
Setting
Java
Setting / testing for CoMo Net
Switch on Java
Proxy
Cache
In the same subnet or with point-topoint:
switch off
Delete on restart of the browser
Size: min. 5 MB
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9.3.1 Microsoft Internet Explorer with Microsoft VM
Microsoft’s own Java platform is installed on existing Windows
installations (Windows 95, 98, NT, 2000, XP only
ServicePack 1 but not ServicePack 1a). CoMo Net runs
perfectly with this. However, on later versions of
CoMo Net you can also use the Java Virtual Machine from
SUN.
To operate with CoMo Net, you need Internet Explorer
Version 5.0 or higher.
Certain specific settings must be made on every PC which
is used for CoMo Net.
9.3.1.1 Java Settings
You must make the following settings:
• Disable Java from SUN (only when this is installed)
• Switch on Java
• Switch on JIT compiler
• Amend the security settings (optional)
Disabling Java from SUN:
If the Java from SUN is not installed on your PC, you can
skip this point. You will recognize this by the fact that the
‘Java (SUN)’ entry is missing.
If Java from SUN is installed on your PC, you must disable
it. (It will be supported in the future firmware versions of
CoMo Net.)
If you are working with Windows XP and do not have SP1
(Service Pack 1) installed or only SP1a, i.e. you do not
have Microsoft VM installed, you can install it from the
CoMo Net CD (see section 8.5.2)
Switch on Java:
Java must be switched on, otherwise the system will not
operate. Java is normally switched on.
You have four zones available for selection. Depending on
the IP address of your CoMo Net, Internet Explorer will
automatically determine the zone to which CoMo Net is
assigned: in the bottom right corner of the main window
you will see to which zone your CoMo Net has been assigned.
With this you must try and connect up with
CoMo Net.
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To switch on Java, start Internet Explorer and select ‘Options’
and then ‘Security’ in the ‘Tools’ menu. Select the
appropriate zone and click on ‘Custom Level’. You can
switch on Java under ‘Microsoft VM’ - ‘Java permissions’.
High or medium security is recommended.
JIT compiler:
To obtain optimum speed, it is advisable to enable the
Java Just-in-time compiler by selecting ‘JIT compiler enabled’.
Security settings (optional):
The security settings do not normally affect the functionality
of CoMo Net (exception: if Java is switched off completely,
see above). On the other hand, the message ‘Attention:
Applet Window’ appearing in the bottom line
with key pads displayed and in the ‘Set evaluation object’
window may be annoying. But it has no negative influence
on CoMo Net. Described below is how it can be
switched off:
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Internet Explorer recognizes several security stages. It
automatically assigns one of these levels to every page that
it opens, depending on the IP address. However, you can
assign certain pages to a specific stage.
Procedure:
Enter the IP address or the host name of your CoMo Net
under ‘Trusted sites’.
Click on ‘Custom’ and switch the Java settings to ‘Custom’.
In ‘Java custom settings’ you must switch ‘Run unsigned
content’ to ‘Enable’:
If you now open the window mentioned, the annoying
message will no longer appear.
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9.3.1.2 Proxy
Internet connections are often made via a so-called proxy
(intermediate stage). But with internal connections, direct
access is possible.
If your CoMo Net and your PC are on the same subnet, i.e.
have the same default gateway (section 9.2), the proxy
should be switched off or the proxy bypass enabled. If you
are not sure, contact your network administrator!
Switching off proxy (or switching on bypass):
Click on ‘LAN settings’ in ‘Connections’.
Either switch off the proxy entirely (blue circle) or switch
on the bypass and enter the IP address of your CoMo Net
under ‘Advanced’ – ‘Exceptions’ (red circles).
Switching on proxy (or switching off bypass):
Reverse the procedure described for ‘switching off’.
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9.3.1.3 Cache
The cache setup is divided into two parts: size and delete
time.
Select the ‘Settings’ button in the Internet Explorer under
‘Internet Options’ – ‘General’.
On each occasion when Internet Explorer is started, it is
advisable to allow the pages to be reloaded. To do this,
select ‘Every time you start Internet Explorer’.
If all your CoMo Nets have the same firmware, the cache
does not have to be deleted. You can then select ‘Automatically’.
Exception: The ‘System information’ page in the system
settings of the CoMo Net is buffer stored. In order to
ensure that the latest version of this is shown, press the
'Update' button in the window with the system information.
Set a memory size of at least 5 MB. The HTML pages do
not then need to be reloaded every time.
9.3.2 Microsoft Internet Explorer with SUN's Java
Java from SUN (j2re) is currently not supported.
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9.4 Additional Information on Profibus (Option)
9.4.1 SPC with Profibus
1 2
Carry out the following steps to connect CoMo Net to your
SPC:
1) Connect the Profibus cable. The switch for the bus
termination should be ‘Off’. When CoMo Net is the
last device on the cable and the termination resistors in
the bus connector are switched off, you must enable
the termination in CoMo Net. You will find more accurate
information in your Profibus documents.
2) Set the bus address to the correct value with the rotary
switches. Note: The lower switch is for the tens, and
the upper switch for the units. The switch in the picture
on the left is set to ‘2’. Switch CoMo Net off and
then on again. It has now read in the new address.
3) Now configure the new Profibus slave (CoMo Net) on
your SPC: if your SPC allows this, you can scan the bus
for new slaves. Some SPCs now allow you to load necessary
details from the slave.
If not, load the GSD file included on the CoMo Net CD
and define 2 bytes (16 bits) as output to CoMo Net
and 4 bytes (32 bits) as input from CoMo Net.
4) CoMo Net supports all Profibus baud rates (9.6 kbaud
to 12 Mbaud). The Profibus master determines the
speed and CoMo Net automatically adapts to this.
5) Now define on your SPC the input and output points
required to control CoMo Net and to evaluate the
status signals.
9.4.2 Timing with Profibus
Various delay times influence the control system and the
outputs with Profibus:
SPC cycle time e.g. 10 ms e.g. 10 ms
Proportional to the bus
loading
(proportional to total bytes
of all slaves) divided by
baud rate
Minimum slave time (Slave e.g. 2 ms e.g. 2 ms
hold-off interval) 1)
CoMo Net response time 2) 16 ... 32 ms 16 ... 32 ms
(proportional to total bytes
of all slaves) divided by
baud rate
1
) Adjustable in Profibus master
2
) Shorter response times available only in future firmware
versions
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9.5 Troubleshooting
Error (effect)
No connection to CoMo Net
Slow connection to CoMo Net
Some buttons on the CoMo Net screen do
not operate even though they are visible.
Without changing options in Internet Explorer,
the connection to CoMo Net only
works sporadically.
Setting IP address: CoMo Net still has the old
address after being switched off and then on
again.
‘No Message ‘
Possible cause and remedy
• CoMo Net switched on?
• LAN cable correct? Is the ‘Link’ LED lit?
• IP address / DG / SM correct?
• Is a ‘ping’ heard?
• Browser correctly configured?
• Try switching CoMo Net off and then on
• Is CoMo Net running a measurement? When CoMo
Net is carrying out a measurement, this takes priority.
The user interface will then be slower.
• Is the LAN heavily loaded?
• Is your own PC heavily loaded? -> if necessary restart
browser
• Are several browsers enabled on the same CoMo Net?
• Possibly a SUN Java is installed and enabled on the PC
-> see section 9.3.1
• Check the proxy setting, see section 9.3.1.2
• IP address, default gateway and subnet mask incompatible.
Refer to section 9.2.3 or ask your network administrator.
• The browser is no longer connected to CoMo Net. If
this is the case on all pages, check the connection
(Ethernet, TCP/IP) and CoMo Net itself.
• If this does not apply to all pages, it may be that after
reloading the firmware you have not carried out resetting
to basic settings. Do this.
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10. Index
1
1 point measurement..................47, 49, 51, 56
192.168.101.64....................................24, 120
2
2 point measurement........................50, 52, 56
24 V d.c ..........................................................9
255.255.255.0..............................................83
6
61000-6..........................................................9
A
A/D conversion.............................................60
A/D converter.............................................115
Accessories (Optional) ..................................12
Address in use.............................................112
Addressing..................................................119
administration rights ...................................110
administrator rights.....................................122
Analog Inputs ...............................................91
Analysis.........................................................41
Applications ..................................................29
authorization levels........................................36
Auto-logoff...................................................44
automatic......................................................61
Automatic.....................................................40
automatically logging off ..............................82
Average value...............................................41
Axis Scaling, Strain Gauge.............................48
Axis Scaling, Voltage Input (x) ......................55
Axis Scaling, Voltage Input (y) ......................51
B
Backup..........................................................89
Bad part ..................................................65, 87
Basics of TCP/IP..........................................118
Blockschema .................................................18
BNC-socket...................................................22
Box ...............................................................69
box relative.............................................70, 71
Box Type 'Entry-Exit' ........................69, 70, 71
Box Type 'Max-Min'.....................................76
Box Type 'No-Entry' .....................................70
bridge circuit .................................................16
Browser.........................................................25
Browser Setup.............................................123
buffer stored...............................................128
bus termination ...........................................129
C
Cache..........................................................128
Calibration Service.......................................109
calibration sheet ......................................49, 51
Causes of Drift ............................................105
CD ..............................................................110
Changing the IP Address on your PC ..........121
Circuit Examples..........................................107
Communication.............................................82
configuration mode.......................................81
Connections ..................................................21
Control..........................................................86
Control connection........................................86
copy parameter set........................................39
cp..................................................................42
cpc ................................................................42
Cycle Control ................................................60
Cycle Display.................................................40
D
Data Acquisition............................................60
Date..............................................................82
Debouncing...................................................97
debouncing time ...........................................87
default gateway ....................................83, 118
Default gateway............................................84
delete parameter set......................................39
Deleting Statistical.........................................41
Device Link ...................................................85
DHCP..........................................................122
Diagnosis.....................................................105
Digital Filter...................................................58
Digital Inputs / Outputs ................................87
Display ..........................................................38
DNS ............................................................122
E
edge..................................................61, 62, 87
EMC........................................................9, 107
EN 61000-6 ....................................................9
EN 61000-6-2 .................................................9
End box.........................................................73
End Box Type: Limit Position .........................74
EO.................................................................35
Ethernet ..................................................83, 99
Evaluation Object..........................................67
evaluation objects .........................................35
Evaluation Time.............................................95
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F
Factory Reset ................................................90
Field Bus........................................................88
firmware .....................................................113
Firmware.....................................................113
Flashloader..........................................111, 113
Frequenz f 0
....................................................58
Functionality .................................................87
G
Good part .....................................................65
Gradient........................................................79
graphic display ........................................70, 71
ground loops...............................................107
GSD file.......................................................101
H
Help ..............................................................26
High-impedance sensors ...............................14
Histograms....................................................41
hubs............................................................119
Hysteresis................................................72, 77
I
individual evaluation result............................65
Input /Output Test........................................88
Input filter .....................................................91
Installing the Operating Instruction .............111
insulation resistance ....................................105
Internet Explorer ...................................25, 124
IO .................................................................65
IP address..............................................83, 118
IP degree of protection................................104
IP-address .....................................................24
ipconfig.......................................................120
island network.....................................119, 120
Island network ............................................119
J
Java.............................................................110
Java from SUN (j2re)...................................128
Java Settings ...............................................124
Java Web Server..................................110, 112
JIT compiler.................................................125
K
Kistler ............................................................36
Kistler Calibration Service ............................109
L
LAN.............................................................119
Language ................................................28, 81
Linearity ......................................................115
Linearity error............................................... 91
local area network ...................................... 119
Logging On.................................................. 43
M
M.U.............................................................. 12
M2,5x5 .................................................. 9, 107
Maintenance .............................................. 105
Manual......................................................... 40
mean value................................................... 58
Measure (small)............................................ 26
Measurement ............................................... 38
Measuring Chain .................................. 20, 115
Measuring range .......................................... 15
measuring states........................................... 60
Measuring Technique ................................... 14
Microsoft-VM............................................. 110
Monitor Outputs .......................................... 95
N
Navigating.................................................... 25
network administrator ................................ 122
Next ............................................................. 45
NIO .............................................................. 65
No Message ............................................... 130
Nomenclature............................................... 12
Nominal Measuring Range ........................... 51
Normal device .............................................. 85
Numeric........................................................ 41
Numericals.................................................... 68
O
Object Numbers ........................................... 65
offset...................................................... 48, 57
Operator ................................................ 36, 61
Option.................................................... 11, 86
optocouplers................................................. 96
orange.................................................... 70, 71
overloads...................................................... 59
P
Parallel connection of piezo-sensors ............. 15
Parameter Set Designation ........................... 64
parameter set independent........................... 81
Parameter set info ........................................ 31
Parameter set name...................................... 31
parameter set number ................................ 102
Parameter Set Selection .......................... 38, 86
Parameter Set Switching............................... 86
Password ...................................................... 82
PC-Installationen der auf der CD mitgelieferten
Hilfsprogramme ...................................... 110
photo-MOS-relays ....................................... 97
Piezo Axis Scaling ......................................... 46
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point-to-point connection...................119, 122
polarity .........................................................87
post-trigger function.....................................61
pre-trigger function ......................................61
Process values...............................................68
Profibus ....................................22, 86, 99, 129
Proxy ..........................................................127
PS+EO Info ...................................................39
PS+EO Info all PS..........................................39
R
real-time threshold........................................62
Real-Time Thresholds....................................59
Recalibration...............................................110
Reference................................................36, 68
Reference Curve ...........................................65
Remote control .............................................88
Repeat error..................................................91
Resolution.............................................91, 115
Restoring Parameter Sets ..............................89
Restrictions ...................................................87
RS-232..........................................................82
RS-232 short-circuit connector......................90
RS-232C .......................................................98
S
Safety .............................................................8
Sampling.....................................................117
sampling interval.........................................117
sampling rate ................................................59
Sampling rate................................................91
Save..............................................................68
Saving...........................................................69
scaling repeated............................................53
Scope of Delivery with Accessories Included .12
SCS .............................................................109
Security settings (optional)..........................125
select parameter set ......................................39
sensitivity ......................................................47
Sensitivity......................................................48
Set Name......................................................39
Setting Evaluations........................................64
Setting Measurements ..................................45
setup mode...................................................45
Several Browsers ...........................................36
Several CoMo Nets .......................................36
SG/Voltage ...................................................22
short-circuit connector ..................................90
shunt ............................................................16
Shunt ............................................................50
shunt measurements.....................................46
SI units..........................................................13
SPC with Profibus .......................................129
Specifying the IP Address............................120
Standard deviation ........................................41
Start measurement..................................61, 62
Start Measurement........................................61
Start Trigger ..................................................62
States ............................................................60
static measurement........................................16
statistical data deleted...................................69
Statistics ............................................41, 68, 88
Stop Position .................................................73
Storage ...........................................................9
stored curves.................................................38
strain gauge ............................................22, 46
Strain gauges.................................................16
Strain Gauges................................................16
subnet mask..........................................83, 119
Supervisor ...............................................36, 43
Supply Voltage................................................9
Swiss Calibration Service .............................109
switches ......................................................119
System Info ...................................................90
System Setup ................................................81
T
Taring............................................................63
TCP/IP ....................................................24, 83
Technical Data ..............................................91
test mode......................................................88
Testing ........................................................109
Threshold ......................................................75
Time..............................................................82
Time Delay....................................................96
Touchscreen................................................114
transport damage............................................8
Trend ................................................42, 68, 88
Trend Data....................................................41
trigger function .............................................61
Trigger Functions ..........................................61
troubleshooting.............................................88
Troubleshooting ..........................................130
U
Units of Measurement...................................13
Update........................................................128
User Concept ................................................36
V
value pair ....................................................117
Via sensitivity ................................................55
Virtual Machine...........................................110
W
Web Server .........................................110, 112
WINS ..........................................................122
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Y
y(t)................................................................54
y(x) ...............................................................55
y-Measuring Input ........................................46
Z
Zero point error ............................................ 91
Zoom............................................................ 40
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Warranty
11. Warranty
The equipment supplied by Kistler Instrumente AG is covered
by warranty against deficient materials and faulty
manufacture.
The duration of the warranty is 12 months from the date
of delivery.
For claims under warranty, the sensors shall be delivered
free of all charges to the manufacturer or authorized distributor
accompanied by a statement of the exact nature of
the claim.
The manufacturer has the option under warranty to repair
or replace defective sensors or to issue a credit note.
No liability under warranty is accepted for equipment damaged
as a result of improper use.
No liability is accepted beyond the warranty described. In
particular, there is no liability for consequential damage.
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12. Declaration of Conformity
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