User Reference Manual: PCU-100 Programmable Unit

PCU-100 Programmable Unit
User Reference Manual
By VibroSystM Inc, Technical Documentation Group
November 2000
Product: 9418-06L0A-117
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VibroSystM Inc.
2727 East Jacques-Cartier Street
Longueuil, Quebec, Canada
J4N 1L7
Telephone: (450) 646-2157

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter 1: Introducing the PCU-100 1.1
1.1 System Features ...............................................................................................................................1.2
1.2 About Digital Signal Processing Technology.............................................................................1.2
1.3 Safety Precautions...........................................................................................................................1.3
1.3.1 Installation and Handling ............................................................................................1.3
1.4 Warranty Information......................................................................................................................1.4
Chapter 2: System Hardware 2.1

2.1 Parts and Controls ...........................................................................................................................2.2
2.2 Using Task Modules .......................................................................................................................2.7
2.2.1 Overview........................................................................................................................2.7
2.2.2 The Vibration Input Module .....................................................................................2.10
2.2.3 The Processing and Analog Output Module .........................................................2.16
2.2.4 The Internal Relay Module........................................................................................2.21
2.2.5 The Internal Relay Driver Module with External Relay Card................................2.23
2.2.6 The Digital I/O and 1/rev Module ............................................................................2.27
2.3 Electrical Supply.............................................................................................................................2.38
2.3.1 Input..............................................................................................................................2.38
2.3.2 Ground..........................................................................................................................2.38
2.4 The ICRS-485 Communication Interface.....................................................................................2.39
2.4.1 Overview of the ZOOM System...............................................................................2.39
2.4.2 System requirements ..................................................................................................2.40
2.4.3 Operation......................................................................................................................2.40
2.4.4 Connections.................................................................................................................2.42
Chapter 3: The User Interface 3.1

3.1 System Ergonomics .........................................................................................................................3.2
3.1.1 Visualization Menus.....................................................................................................3.2
3.1.2 Entering and Leaving Menus......................................................................................3.3
3.1.3 Scrolling through Menus.............................................................................................3.3
3.1.4 Selecting an Option ......................................................................................................3.4
3.1.5 Canceling a Selected Option .......................................................................................3.4
3.1.6 Setting the Current Date ..............................................................................................3.5
3.1.7 Setting the Current Time ..............................................................................................3.7
3.1.8 Entering a Number........................................................................................................3.9
3.1.9 Entering an Alphanumeric String .............................................................................3.11
3.1.10 Selecting a Tag..........................................................................................................3.13
3.1.11 Accessing Bargraphs and Acknowledging Alarms ............................................3.14
3.1.12 Saving Configuration Parameters ...........................................................................3.17
3.1.13 Updating Configuration Parameters.......................................................................3.18
3.1.14 Updating System Software ......................................................................................3.19
3.1.15 Misceleaneous User Prompts .................................................................................3.21
3.1.16 Displaying Task Module Assignment...................................................................3.22
3.2 The Configuration Process...........................................................................................................3.23
3.2.1 General System Parameters........................................................................................3.24
3.2.2 Vibration Input Modules ...........................................................................................3.32
3.2.3 Processing and Analog Output Module .................................................................3.39
3.2.4 Digital I/O and 1/rev Module ....................................................................................3.55
3.2.5 Internal Relay Module and External Relay Card Unit ............................................3.58
3.2.6 Logic Parameters .........................................................................................................3.62
3.2.7 Monitoring Displays ..................................................................................................3.67
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Chapter 4: Technical Specifications 4.1
4.1 Task Modules...................................................................................................................................4.1
4.2 RS-485 Communication Interface (optional) ................................................................................4.3
4.3 Data Storage Section.......................................................................................................................4.3
4.4 PCU-100 General...............................................................................................................................4.3
4.5. Electrical Supply..............................................................................................................................4.4
Appendix A: Unit Configuration A.1
Appendix B: Process Overview B.1
Appendix C: The VibraWatch Software Menu Structure C.1
Appendix E: Tag Selection Chart D.1
Index
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Chapter 1
Introducing the PCU-100

Welcome to a new dimension in customizable signal monitoring and data processing.
With the advent of the PCU-100, VibroSystM affirms its commitment to the
vibration monitoring industry by putting state-of-the-art technology at work in the
field to provide extensive machine monitoring and protection.
The PCU-100 is a programmable signal conditioning and data management unit
designed to process raw vibration measurements from up to eight measuring points
located on one or several generators. The unit features large scale component
integration with an array of dedicated data processors. This design enables the
central processing unit (CPU) to share tasks with those processors running
simultaneously, thus preventing overloading from routine operations.
The unit is industry compliant. It connects to a broad range of proximity,
acceleration and velocity sensors and, with several keystrokes, can be programmed to
match their exact operating characteristics. Furthermore, the PCU-100 keeps up with
your growing monitoring and protection needs by providing eight expansion slots to
mix and match the family of optional task modules.
The PCU-100 is also a feature-rich event management system offering a wide range
of evolutive options. For instance, real-time monitoring combined with voting logic
makes it possible to focus on those events which could prove detrimental to the safe
operation of your machine. Machine protection and user notification also implies
access to alarm-triggered relays for connectivity to various annunciation or control
devices.
Users of VibroSystM’s ZOOM monitoring system can also take advantage of the
PCU-100 unit’s ability to interface with the acquisition units. When in place, the
communication interface option sends measurement data to the AGMS or ZOOM
acquisition unit for storage into the ZOOM database and correlation with other
ZOOM parameters for overall machine condition.
PCU-100 Programmable Unit - User Reference Manual Chapter I: Introducing the PCU-100 • 1.1
1.1: System Features
Here are the main features of the PCU-100 unit:
• fully programmable, multitasking instrumentation unit for vibration
monitoring, machine protection, and real-time measurement display;
• compatibility with VibroSystM’s full range of proximity and
acceleration measurement sensors and most third-party input devices;
• modular design allowing the mix and match and upgrade capabilities of
VibroSystM's task modules over eight expansion slots;
• two front-loading PCMCIA card sockets convenient for
downloading/uploading user configurations and new system software;
• continuous high-speed sampling and processing rate up to 4 065 s/sec;
• DSP technology onboard selected task modules for optimum processing
power and resolution;
• easy-to-read front panel alphanumerical display with navigation keypad
for quick access to menu selections and measurement characteristics;
• high-contrast LED indicators suitable for notification on alarm
triggering, measuring chain condition (OK), and system status;
• 12 selectable bargraphs for real-time display of processed outputs;
• voting logic (1 or 0) capability to extend the range of reported events;
• digital inputs for control of system features by remote switches and
digital outputs for remote annunciation of system events and alarms;
• four front-panel BNC connectors supplying conditioned vibration
outputs to portable display instrumentation;
• optional RS-485 communication capability for measurement data
transmission to AGMS or ZOOM acquisition units;
• 1 U high, low profile unit, can be installs almost anywhere.
1.2: About Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Technology

The PCU-100 unit employs signal processing (DSP) technology. This state-of-the-art
feature enables signal processing right at the point of entry of the signals, thus
relieving the main CPU. DSP processors are mounted on the vibration input module
as well as on the processing and analog output module, performing such functions as
noise filtering, linearization and signal translation into user selected parameter
information. The information available through digital processing of vibration
measurements includes AC, RMS, Peak, Average, Svector and Smax values.
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1.3: Safety Precautions
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
CAUTION
Risk of Electric Shock
Do not open
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS OTHER THAN TASK MODULES
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated

"dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of
significant magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the unit.
Installation and Handling Tips

• The user may remove the top cover to install new task modules.
However, no other parts were designed to be serviceable by the user.
Therefore, since much of the circuitry is revealed while manipulating
modules, great care must be taken to keep skin and statically charged or
conductive objects from touching the sensitive components in order to
prevent disruptive electrical discharges.
• If any object should fall inside the cabinet while the unit is powered
ON, unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified personnel before
powering it again.
• Side ventilation holes have been provided to allow sufficient heat
dissipation. Remember to allow sufficient air circulation when rack-
mounting the unit. Avoid mounting the unit in a tight cabinet.
• During normal operation, the system should NEVER be unplugged or
powered OFF as the display goes through a complete startup sequence
when powered back ON and measurement displays are lost. Provide
enough free space behind the unit to prevent the power switch from
being accidentally tripped OFF.
System Reset
The PCU-100 unit is equipped with a watchdog circuit that
automatically resets the CPU in the event of processing failures,
therefore restarting the unit. The unit will automatically resume
normal monitoring after the restarting sequence is complete.
However during restart, latched alarms will be reset, and all relays
will be de-energized for the duration of the startup sequence of 3
minutes and 12 seconds.
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1.4: Warranty Information
LIMITED WARRANTY
VibroSystM warrants the PCU-100 and its task modules against defective parts and
workmanship for a period of twelve (12) months from date of commissioning or for
a maximum of eighteen (18) months after date of purchase. No other warranty
applies.
This precision instrument requires no field calibration and contains no user-
serviceable components except for replacement or upgrade of task modules. The
PCU-100 programmable unit is factory-configured to operate strictly according to
the specifications set forth and agreed upon by the customer. Any attempt to
modify this unit represents a violation of the terms and conditions of the expressed
warranty. We cannot be held responsible for erroneous data resulting from
modified configuration settings. The task of reviewing software settings is left to
the initiative of the experienced user.
If any item is found to be defective and therefore needs to be replaced, please use
the original packing box, when possible, to send it back to us. In cases where the
box is damaged, use any other box as long as the items are well packed and
protected against shocks. Our shipping address is:
VibroSystM Inc.
2727 East Jacques-Cartier Street
Longueuil, Quebec, Canada
J4N 1L7
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Chapter 2
System Hardware
The PCU-100 is a versatile unit which connects to a broad family of sensors. After
assessing the monitoring needs of the plant, each PCU unit can be factory-
customized and shipped with the required hardware in the form of task modules. The
user then uses the front panel keypad to configure the new modules according to his
own specifications and preferences and switch to on-line monitoring. Real-time alarm
reporting is done through front panel LEDs while on-board relays are tripped for
annunciation by field equipment. Measurement readout uses the two-line VFD
display. The user may also choose to route raw or processed information to third-
party analog display units by way of the front-panel BNC connectors or to interface
the PCU with the ZOOM monitoring system through RS-485 communication.
This chapter is pivotal to adequate operation of the PCU-100 unit. It is divided into
four sections:
Section I: System Parts and Controls identifies and briefly describes all user-
accessible parts and controls found on both front and rear panels as well as on the
internal circuit board which hosts the task modules.
Section II: Using Task Modules surveys the various task modules available and
elaborates on the mix and match possibilities that best suit practical monitoring and
protection applications. Installation procedures as well as field wiring diagrams are
also included for each task module.
Section III: Electrical Supply focuses on the power supply and instructs users how to
provide adequate power to the PCU unit in regards to worldwide use.
Section IV: The Communication Interface discusses the communication interface
option available for all PCU units equipped with system software v. 1.40 and later.
Note: Configuration and operation of the PCU-100 software are the subject of
Chapter III entitled: The User Interface.
PCU-100 Programmable Unit - User Reference Manual Chapter II: Using the System • 2.1
2.1: Parts and Controls
The following section identifies all PCU-100 parts and controls of interest to the
user. As shown below, they can be found on both front and rear panels as well as on
the internal circuit board with access to the module bay area.
FRONT VIEW
1 2 3 4 6 7 8 9 aJ aB aC
Machine Vibration
••••••••••••••••
5 aA
TOP VIEW
aD aE aF
aG
REAR VIEW
aH aI bJ bA bB
Figure 2.1: Identification of main parts and controls
2.2 • Chapter II: Using the System PCU-100 Programmable Unit - User Reference Manual
1 Alarm Annunciation LED Array (1 to 4)
A set of four ALARM LEDs are located left of the VFD screen. Each LED
provides instant visual notification upon violation of preset alarm thresholds on
processed signals such as “raw”, “DC”, “AC”, “average”, “RMS”, “peak”,
“maximum value” (Smax), “resultant vector” (Svector), airgap or peak-to-peak
processed signals, via programming of the PCU software. As will be explained
later on in Chapter III, use of the voting logic feature allows multiple system
events to be routed to the same LED with event identification shown on the VFD
screen.
Alarm LEDs are three-color indicators. Reported conditions include: Green =
no alarm, Orange = Alert threshold, Red = Danger threshold. Note that you may
press Cancel + Enter simultaneously to test this feature.
2 Vacuum Fluorescent Display (VFD)

This bright fluorescent display holds two 20 alphanumeric-character lines for
viewing of monitoring and configuration information. Use it to browse through
the configuration menus or to view real-time vibration measurement
characteristics in a combined text and bar graph format.
3 Left Arrow Button (T)

Click to move selection cursor leftward on a display line, one character at a time.
Hold down button for sustained cursor movement. When the PCU is set to
monitoring mode, use the left arrow toggle between processed channels.
4 Up Arrow Button (U)

Click to move up to the previous software feature of a given menu level, or to
scroll through the character sets in ascending order. When the PCU is in
monitoring mode, use it to toggle between the various header features of the
displayed processed channel. Hold down button for sustained cursor movement.
5 Down Arrow Button (V)

Click to move down to the next software feature of a given menu level or to
scroll through the character sets in descending order. When the PCU is in
monitoring mode, use it to toggle between the various header features of the
displayed processed channel. Hold down button for sustained cursor movement.
6 Right Arrow Button (S)

Click to move selection cursor rightward on a display line, one character at a
time. Hold down button for sustained cursor movement. When the PCU is set to
monitoring mode, use this button to toggle between processed channels
7 Enter Button
Click to access sub-menu levels, to register a selection or to enable/disable a
feature. In monitoring mode, use it to acknowledge alarms.
You may also press Cancel + Enter simultaneously to enable test mode. Use
this feature to test the front panel ALARM and OK LEDs. In test mode,
ALARM and OK LEDs go dark, then blink green, orange and red successively
followed by a short beep.
8 Cancel Button
As the name implies, this button is used to disregard the registering or enabling
action you are about to take on the displayed selection. Click to cancel an action
or hold down at least 1 second to move back, one sub-menu at a time.
You may also press Cancel + Enter simultaneously to enable test mode. Use
this feature to test the front panel ALARM and OK LEDs. In test mode,
ALARM and OK LEDs go dark, then blink green, orange and red successively
followed by a short beep.
9 Menu Button
This pushbutton gives access to the PCU configuration menu at all times. Use it
to access the main system menu once the unit has gone through its power-up
sequence or to toggle between bargraph display and menu during on-line
monitoring in order to review configuration attributes.
aJ OK LED Array (1 to 4)
The four LEDs mounted above the PCMCIA card slot, labeled "OK", are used to
confirm the integrity of the vibration input channels in use.
Typically, if the monitoring system connects one to four inputs, then assign a
LED to each input for simultaneous “status OK” reporting on each channel.
However, if the system uses five to eight inputs, then apply voting logic so that
all inputs are accounted for. In this scheme, inputs are grouped in pairs and each
pair is assigned to a LED. A pair usually consists of two input channels of a
single vibration input module. As will be explained later in Chapter III, the
software is then programmed to report faults if one of two channels is faulty or if
both channels are faulty, with channel ID displayed on the VFD screen.
In either case, a status OK LED validates the integrity of the measuring chain
(sensor-cable) which measures the vibration signal responsible for the alarm
condition reported by a corresponding alarm LED. By default, OK LED 1 is
used in conjunction with ALARM LED 1 and so on. OK LEDs remain ON at
all times. Status is revealed by a change in color: Green = value in range (Status
OK), Red = faulty channel or value out or range (Status not OK). Note that you
may press Cancel + Enter simultaneously to test this feature.
aA PCMCIA card Slot

The PCMCIA card slot is designed to accept PCMCIA cards of type I, II and III,
with or without adapters. Consult Chapter IV: Technical Specifications, for a
list of the cards that fully meet the requirements for this application.
The PCMCIA card slot serves two main purposes. First, it allows the entire
system configuration to be conveniently saved on a compact flash memory card.
The card can then be stored for security reasons or carried over to another PCU-
100 unit for instant cloning provided the two PCU units have the same task
module assignments. Storable user configuration parameters include:
• vibration input settings
• alarm threshold settings
• ALARM and OK LED assignments
• process selection and configuration
• internal and external relay selections
• bargraph settings
PCMCIA slots are also provided to allow field upgrade of the system software.
VibroSystM will inform clients of new releases as they become available. Other
applications that will take advantage of this interface are also planned.
When inserting a card, press gently to snap into position. Release card by
pressing the eject button. The activity LED located next to the eject lever lights
when a card is inserted. Consult Chapter III: The User Interface to learn how to
access the system software in order to download or upload software.
aB Power LED (SYSTEM)

This is the Power indicator LED. It remains ON (green light) for as long as
power is applied to the unit. The same power LED indicator can be found on the
back panel, between the two fuse compartments.
aC BNC Connectors
Four front-panel connectors are provided for on-the-fly hookup of portable
instrumentation such as voltmeters or oscilloscope to selected vibration input
modules. BNC connectors are assigned as follows:
Channel 1 Channel 1
1 3 O
U
T
P
Channel 2 Channel 2 U
2 4 T
S
Vibration input Vibration input

module A module B
Adding to the information available from the VFD screen, each connector
delivers the raw vibration voltage signal in the range 0 to ±20 VDC available to
the user on terminals 6 or 7 of the rear-panel I/O port for the corresponding
vibration input module. Refer to the terminal assignment diagrams provided in
the next section to identify sensor channels and output terminals. Note that a
diagram is provided for each type of sensor compatible with the PCU unit.
aD Power Supply
The PCU-100 unit houses a universal power supply which provides the +5 VDC
and +12 VDC needed to drive the electronic components. On the input side, an
auto-select feature makes it suitable for worldwide input requirements with the
ability to perform AC to DC and DC to DC conversion. Its input characteristics
range from 110 - 330 VDC or 85 - 265 VAC, 40 to 63 Hz.
aE Task Module expansion bay (PO1 to PO8)

This expansion bay consists of a backplane with room for up to eight task
modules. Each module has an edge pin strip that aligns with the corresponding
socket connector on the circuit board. Module activation is performed via the
PCU software and connections to peripheral devices such as sensors or
annunciators make use of the eight rear panel I/O port connectors.
aF RS-485 communication interface board (optional)
The compact communication board allows the PCU-100 unit to communicate
selected processed measurement data to the AGMS or ZOOM acquisition unit
equipped with a RS-232-C/RS-485 interface module. The data can then be sent
to the ZOOM controller console for storage, analysis and remote alarm
monitoring using the ZOOM for Windows suite of applications.
The board screws onto the electronic circuit, over the memory backup cell. This
is a factory-only upgrade which requires download of software version 1.34 or
later and replacement of the rear panel.
aG PCMCIA Jumper Set (C7-C20)

For future use only. These jumpers are set to C7 and C20 and should remain
unchanged unless otherwise indicated by the manufacturer of the PCMCIA card.
aH Input/Output Ports (PO1 to PO8)

The rear-panel I/O ports allow connection of the input/output peripheral devices
to their respective task module. For example, input signal from sensors and
relay output to annunciation or protection equipment make use of these ports.
Permanent wiring is done on removable male screw terminal adapters to allow
quick servicing of the PCU unit without the need to undo wiring. Up to eight
sets of input/output connections may be required depending on the extent of your
monitoring application.
aI RS-485 communication port (optional)

This three-terminal port consists of a removable miniconnector. Use it to
assemble the twisted-pair shielded communication cable used to transmit
measurement data to the ZOOM system. The other end of the cable connects to
a dedicated RS-232-C/RS-485 communication interface inside the AGMS or
ZOOM acquisition unit. See later on in Chapter II for terminal assignment.
This is a factory-only upgrade.
bJ Power Switch
This is the main power switch with power LED indicator. It is located on the
back panel to eliminate accidental turn-offs during monitoring. The unit should
remain powered at all times in order to prevent hard resetting of alarm channels.
bA Protection Fuses (2)

The system relies on dual fuse protection. Replace only with same type 3AG:
250 V, 0.75 A slow-blow fuse.
bB Main Power Input Port

The rear panel power input port comes ready with a 3-terminal male jack. The
removable female connector holds three screw terminals for easy field assembly
of the power cord. Permanent wiring is done on the screw terminals to allow
easy removal of the PCU unit. For more information, turn to Electrical Supply.
2.2: Using Task Modules
2.2.1: Overview
The PCU-100 is a CPU-based data processing unit which employs a combination of
tasks modules to carry out a wide range of applications in real-time. Task modules
are compact electronic cards with edge-of-card pin connectors designed to
accomplish dedicated tasks. They include:
• the vibration input module: a two-channel electronic module which
can be adapted to meet the specific input characteristics of the input
devices (sensors or transducers) used to measure such parameters as
displacement, acceleration and velocity.
• the processing and analog output module: as the name implies, this
module features the digital signal processing (DSP) circuitry
responsible for managing the processes performed in real-time mode on
up to four vibration input channels simultaneously. In addition to the
information displayed on the VFD screen during monitoring, this
module outputs processed information which can be sent to the ZOOM
monitoring system by way of an optional RS-485 communication
interface, or to portable metering instrumentation connected to rear-
panel I/O ports.
• the internal relay module: similar in appearance to other task modules,
this module features three relay outputs. Each relay is intended for
activation of external annunciation devices so as to notify of system
events such as alarm threshold violation on selected processes, failure
of any vibration input channel (Status not OK) or a combination of
events through the application of voting logic.
• the external relay card with internal relay driver module: this is a
1-U high version of the internal relay module with nine relay outputs on
a standalone unit. This allows for extensive system event annunciation
with device switching upon violation of user set thresholds on
processed signals, failure of vibration input channels (Status not OK) or
a wide combination of events through voting logic. Use of the external
relay card requires that a relay driver module be installed onboard the
PCU to allow configuration and operation via the PCU software.
• the digital I/O and 1/rev module: Digital inputs are supplied to allow
remote control of features such as rack inhibit, alarm reset, danger
bypass and power-up inhibit. As well, digital outputs are provided for
remote annunciation of system-wide statuses such as OK system,
power-on, power low and rack bypass. Refer to page 2.30 for further
discussion on digital inputs and outputs. This task module is also used
for acquisition of the one-per-revolution (1/rev) pulse from a
synchronization probe or other data acquisition unit connected to the
probe and output to the next PCU unit (if required).
As will be discussed further on page 2.27, the vibration input module
makes use of the 1/rev signal for Svector display on an oscilloscope.
Each task module will be reviewed individually in the next sections, complete with
installation tips and procedures with clear terminal wiring diagrams.
By incorporating task modules into a modular design, the central processor can focus
on software operations, data routing, alarm management, display and communication.
The CPU centers around an Intel microprocessor running under MS-DOS allowing
connectivity to conventional PC hardware. This allows PCU units to communicate
among themselves as well as with AGMS and ZOOM acquisition units.
Using task modules requires a thorough understanding of your monitoring and
protection needs. Your planning must account for the actual number of sensors and
the number of protection relays per input or processed signal. Since the PCU unit is
fully programmable and extensively customizable, you must mix and match modules
keeping in mind the requirements and limitations one module sets on other modules.
As discussed in the next paragraphs, many system upgrades can be performed in the
field. Remember however that each task module must be given a specific bus
address through factory-set address DIP switches. The “bus” represents a chain
scanned by the system software and each module represents a link in this chain
It is therefore expected that the user be able to provide VibroSystM with a clear
layout of the current configuration when ordering extra modules. This requirement
will allow VSM to properly set the new modules before shipment and thus prevent
conflicts with preinstalled modules.
Table 2.1 summarizes typical module combinations with respect to the following
criteria:
• each PCU unit features 8 expansion slots for up to 8 task modules;
• one digital I/O and 1/rev module is needed for capture of the 1/rev
signal required in some applications;
• use of an external relay card requires that an internal relay driver
module occupy one expansion slot;
• one processing and analog output module is required for each set of
four input channels;
• depending on the type of data requested and the extent of machine
protection, the number of vibration input signals may differ from the
number of available processed analog outputs.
Note that this example makes use of the PCS-10x sensor at the front-end of the
measuring chain.
Table 2.1: Suggested task module mix and match scheme
Task Modules
System Profile Digital I/O Vibration Processing Protection

1/rev input and analog Relay
module module output module
module (internal or
external)
2-channel monitoring 1 1 1
8-channel monitoring 1 4 2 internal (1)

with dual
protection/channel

with dual Smax
protection
4-channel monitoring 1 2 1 external (1)

with dual
protection/channel

with dual Smax
protection

with dual
protection/channel

with dual Smax
protection

with single threshold
protection/channel

with dual Smax
protection
2.2.2: The Vibration Input Module
As the name implies, the vibration input module is the point of entry of all sensor
signals into the PCU-100 system. This task module is a dual-channel electronic card
capable of acquiring and filtering the raw vibration measurement signal collected
from a variety of sensing devices. Each module is factory-configured to the
customer’s requirements for one of the following input sources:
• PCS-series proximity sensors – raw vibration-to-frequency, input
module range between 85 kHz to 155 kHz;
• FOA-100 fiber-optic accelerometer – MODE 1 (wide) raw
acceleration-to-velocity, input sensitivity: 0.1V/g, maximum input
30 gpeak, velocity range 585 mm/s, output ±10V;
• FOA-100 fiber-optic accelerometer – MODE 1I (narrow) raw
acceleration-to-velocity, input sensitivity: 0.1V/g, maximum input
12 gpeak, velocity range 234 mm/s, output ±10V;
• velocity transducer with bloc conditioner – conditioned velocity-to-
voltage, input module range of 0 to -20 V;
• Wilcoxon 797L piezoelectric accelerometer – acceleration-to-voltage:
input module range 9 VDC, 17.6 mV peak or 0.035 g; minimum
calibration:0.8 Hz (0dB), 0.16 Hz (3 dB);
• Wilcoxon 797V velocimeter – conditioned velocity-to-voltage, input
range 8 to 12 VDC, 3.94 mV/mm/sec sensitivity;
• Eddy current proximity transducers with bloc conditioner –
conditioned vibration-to-voltage, input module range of 0 to -20 V;
• piezoresistive accelerometer with built-in conditioner – conditioned
acceleration-to-current, input module range 0 to 20 mA;
• VM-series air gap sensors with conditioning module – conditioned
displacement-to-current, input module range 4 to 20 mA.
Regardless of the type of input signal it receives, the vibration input module
accomplishes three basic functions.
• First, it collects, at a rate of 4 065 samples/second, the raw or pre-
conditioned sensor signals on two separate channels. Signals are then
filtered and linearized before they are sent to the processing and analog
output module.
• Second, it generates a linearized 0 to ±20 V dynamic vibration output
available to metering equipment through rear-panel I/O ports or front-
panel BNC connectors.
• Finally, it serves as a power source rated at a max. 24 V, 15 mA for
both sensor and conditioner (when applicable). This feature is
particularly useful when connecting to unibody accelerometers.
Considering that all configurations of the module basically perform the same tasks,
we will limit ourselves to describing the most commonly used in PCU-100 based
applications: the relative vibration input module which receives the frequency signal
transmitted by the PCS vibration sensor.
Figure 2.2 illustrates a typical PCS measuring chain. Note that this scheme does not
require that a conditioning unit or probe driver be inserted between the sensor and the
input module.
Synchronization
signal
PCS-102 capacitive Tapping box for PCS-type Sensor signal to PCU-100

Proximity Probe with connection of up extension cable the vibration programmable
integral cable to three sensors up to 300 m input module vibration monitoring
(1000 ft) long and protection Unit
Figure 2.2: The PCS-102 measuring chain. The raw vibration information takes the form of
a frequency signal acquired and linearized by the vibration input module. The optional
tapping box extends the range of the sensor's integral cable (either 5, 10 or 15 meters) to
more than 300 meters.
In all cases, the digitally linearized signal is sent to the processing and analog output
module for processing and comparison to alarm thresholds for machine protection.
The linearized – or raw vibration – signal is also available for user equipment such as
vibration meters or oscilloscopes with output levels of -2 to -18V on terminals 6 and
7 of the rear panel I/O port assigned to the vibration input module. See Figures 2.4
to 2.10 for a complete rundown of I/O port terminal assignment. Front panel BNC
connectors are also provided for capture of the linearized signals by user metering
equipment.
2.2.2.1: Installation and Wiring

PCU-100 units are shipped fully configured with all specified task modules installed.
However if your monitoring or protection needs grow, you can upgrade your existing
equipment in the field by adding one or many vibration input modules When
assessing your needs, consult Table 2.1 to find out if they meet the PCU unit's task
module integration capacity. Then contact your local VibroSystM representative so
that the new modules be factory-set to prevent conflicts.
Proceed as follows to install new vibration input modules:
1. Power OFF the unit and remove from rack.
2. Remove top cover by unscrewing the six hex-socket set screws. This
will reveal the circuit board and power supply unit. Locate the
expansion bay on the circuit board (see Figure 1 early in this chapter for
location and identification of parts).
3. Before unpacking the new vibration input module, you must remove
any static electricity buildup from your skin. Do so by touching any
conductive material put to ground such as a water pipe.
4. Grab the new task module by the edges and precisely align both pin
arrays with corresponding socket strip on the expansion slot. Gently
press until module is firmly in position.
5. Run one end of the supplied flat cable to the 12-pin strip connector
found on the back of the task module. Notice the plastic guide
moldings on each connector which prevent reverse connection.
6. Connect the other end of the supplied flat cable to the corresponding
I/O port. It consists in a 12-pin strip found on the inner-back panel
Use top or bottom pin strips only. Make sure to match the slot number
(PO1, PO2, …) printed on the circuit board to that of the inner back
panel (see Figure 2.3).
7. Notice two pairs of twisted black/red wires terminated with connectors.
Match each connector with the 12-pin strip as shown next. Each pair
brings the raw signal from both vibration channels to the front-panel
BNC connectors. See earlier in this chapter for BNC connector
assignment.
Pin strip for vibration Pin strip for PO7 raw
input module signal output to front-
connector on PO7 slot panel BNC connector
PO7
PO8
Pin strip for PO8 raw Pin strip for vibration

signal output to front- input module
panel BNC connector connector on PO8 slot
Figure 2.3: View of the PO7 and PO8 I/O ports as seen from inside the cabinet.
Once module installation is complete, connect the leads of the extension cable
coming from the sensor to the rear panel I/O port. Proceed as follows:
1. Remove the female terminal adapter from its rear panel I/O port.
2. If you are connecting PCS sensors, simply match each color-coded wire
from the extension cable to the corresponding terminal socket with
respect to terminal assignments identified in Figure 2.4. Insert the crimp
contacts firmly before screwing to prevent wires from pulling out over
time.
3. If you are connecting FOA-100 accelerometers, match two of the three
color-coded wires from the extension cable to the corresponding
terminal socket with respect to terminal assignments identified in
Figure 2.5. Pay attention to the use of a dedicated power supply to drive
the accelerometer circuitry with +24VDC, 40 mA. Do not run power
wire directly to the I/O port terminals as this would trip off
protection fuses on the vibration input module.
Figures 2.4 to 2.10 provide generic terminal assignments suitable for a wide range of
third party sensors and transducers.
Caution: Always use extreme caution when wiring peripheral devices.

Beforehand, always make sure to carefully read the manufacturer’s documentation
for proper sensor and/or conditioning unit hookup. Failure to do so might damage
the sensitive electronics of either vibration input module or conditioner upon power-
up of the PCU unit.
Always power-off and disconnect the PCU-100 unit before making connections.
Green
Freq in + Positive frequency input (range 85 kHz to 155 kHz)
White
Freq in - Negative frequency input (range 85 kHz to 155 kHz)
Red
V s+ +12V DC, 30 mA power supply to sensor Vibration
Black Channel 1
OV DC power common
Shield metering
equipment
V out Raw signal output -2 to -18 V DC
Shield metering
equipment
Black
OV DC power common Vibration
Red Channel 2
V s+ +12V DC, 30 mA power supply to sensor
White
Freq in - Negative frequency input (range 85 kHz to 155 kHz)
Green
Freqin + Positive frequency input (range 85 kHz to 155 kHz)
Figure 2.4: Terminal assignment to the extension cable of the PCS sensor.
Brown
matching S12 1 2 +
connector from +24V DC , 40 mA
accelerometer 4 3 power supply
—
(channel 1)
Black
Vin+ Voltage input = 0.1V/g, max. 12 g peak
Blue
OV Input common
FOA-100
Accelerometer
OV Isolated DC output common
Velocity Channel 1
metering
equipment
Vout Raw signal output 10 V peak
Vout Raw signal output 10 V peak
metering
equipment
OV Isolated DC output common FOA-100
ccelerometer
Velocity Channel 2
Blue
OV Input common
Black
V in+ Voltage input = 0.1V/g, max. 12 g peak
Brown
1 2 +
+24V DC , 40 mA
4 3 power supply
matching S12 —
connector from
accelerometer •
(channel 2)
Figure 2.5: Terminal assignment to the FOA-100 optoelectronic accelerometer with

dedicated +24 VDC, 40 mA power supply. This diagram is valid for both Mode I and Mode II
(see page 10).
V in + Voltage input (0 to -20 V)
V s- -24V DC, 15 mA power supply to conditioner

Velocity
OV DC power common Channel 1
Shield metering
equipment
V out Raw signal output ±10 V
V out Raw signal output ±10 V
Shield metering
equipment
OV DC power common
Velocity
V s- -24V DC , 15 mA power supply to conditioner Channel 2
Figure 2.6: Generic terminal assignment to velocity transducer with bloc conditioner.
V s- -24V DC , 15 mA power supply to conditioner

Displacement
OV DC power common Channel 1
Shield metering
equipment
Shield metering
equipment
OV DC power common
Displacement
V s- -24V DC , 15 mA power supply to conditioner Channel 2
Figure 2.7: Generic terminal assignment to eddy-current transducer with bloc conditioner.
White
Vi+ acceleration signal input for channel 1 (17.6 mV peak = 0.035 g)
Black
Input signal common
Acceleration
Channel 1
Shield
Output common (channel 1) metering
equipment
V out Raw signal output peak-peak –10 to +10 VDC
10V DC = 68.91 mm/sec
V out Raw signal output peak-peak –10 to +10 VDC metering
Shield equipment
Output common (channel 2)
Acceleration
Channel 2
Black
Input signal common
White
Vi+ acceleration signal input for channel 2 (17.6 mV peak = 0.035 g)
Figure 2.8: Terminal assignment to Wilcoxon 797L accelerometer.
White
Vi+ Velocity signal input for channel 1
Black
Input signal common
Velocity
Channel 1
Shield
Output common (channel 1) metering
equipment
V out Raw signal output 0 to 10 V DC Velocity (mm/s) peak =
Voutpeak / 0.352
V out Raw signal output 0 to 10 V DC metering
Shield equipment
Output common (channel 2)
Velocity
Channel 2
Black
Input signal common
White
Vi+ Velocity signal input for channel 2
Figure 2.9: Terminal assignment to Wilcoxon 797V velocimeter.
Caution: WILCOXON RESEARCH accelerometers and velocemeters do not

support the status OK feature.
Iin Current input (0 to 20 mA)

Iin Current input common
Displacement
OV Output signal common Channel 1
Shield metering
equipment
Vout Signal output (0 to 10 V)
Vout Signal output (0 to 10 V)
Shield metering
equipment
OV Output signal common
Displacement
Channel 2
Iin Current input common
Iin Current input (0 to 20 mA)
Figure 2.10: Terminal assignment to DCC-type conditioners.
3. Once wiring is complete, run screw terminal adapter through the back of
the rack assembly if necessary and secure connection to the rear panel
before powering up the PCU unit.
You may now power ON the system and access the software in order to enable the
vibration input module and to set various monitoring attributes.
2.2.3: The Processing and Analog Output Module
This module is central to the PCU-100's ability to perform real-time processing on
sensor signals. As well, it manages comparison to alarm thresholds to provide
machine protection. The processing and analog output module accepts signals from
up to four sensor input channels for processing, and generates four analog signals
through rear-panel I/O port connectors. Refer to Figure 2.11 for a functional diagram
of the PCU task modules.
Keep in mind that the number of output channels (four) is independent from the
number of input channels (up to four). For example, a single input channel could be
used to generate four different calculations, thus providing four analog outputs.
The primary purpose of this module is to submit the raw sensor signal to one of many
processes requested by the user. See Appendix B: Process Overview for a overview
of each process broken down into its mathematical components. Aside from site
specific variables that can be programmed into the system using the front panel
keypad, all formulas and most default values are preloaded in the operating software.
In monitoring mode, real-time acquisition and computation provide valuable insight
into the monitored machine's behavior.
Internal / External
Relay Module
• protection of
monitored machine
Digital Digital with up to nine
inputs outputs relays.
Main CPU
• process synchronization to
Synchronization signal in in in in out out out Digital in time-based reference
(when needed) Digital I/O and in
in • software management and
Synchronization out user interface
Module
Digital out • system OK
Raw AC+DC
vibration outputs
(Ch. 1 & 2)
Vibration input Filtered raw signal
out out
channel 1
Vibration Processing / Output Module
in
Vibration input Input Module DSP out in • mathematical processing w/ DSP:
- Raw signal - RMS
channel 2 Filtered raw signal - AC value - No processing
- DC value - Average
- Peak - Maximum value
Vibration input Filtered raw signal – Airgap - Peak-to-peak value
channel 3 Vibration • digital to analog conversion
DSP out
in Input Module in • comparison to preset alarm
Vibration input out out thresholds
channel 4 Filtered raw signal out out out out
Raw AC+DC
vibration outputs
(Ch. 3 & 4)
Processed analog outputs

to user equipment:
0V to +10V or
4-20 mA
Figure 2.11: Functional diagram of the PCU-100 task modules
In addition to the raw filtered signal output delivered by the vibration input module
output terminals, the selectable calculations performed on the vibration signal include
AC/DC values, RMS, peak, peak-to-peak, average and airgap readings on individual
input channels, and the maximum value also referred to as Smax. Consult Chapter III:
The User Interface to learn how to configure this module and select processes for
continuous on-line monitoring. The graph shown in Figure 2.12 identifies key
processed components of the input vibration signal.
X (t)
XRMS
XPeak
XRMS
XAverage
XPeak-Peak
Figure 2.12: Main processed components of the raw vibration input signal.
Process information can be handled in various ways. First, it can be viewed on the
VFD screen through bar graph or numerical readings. Second, readings can be
compared with user-set dual alarm thresholds for real-time machine protection. Here,
the lower priority alarm threshold indicates an Alert condition while the higher
priority threshold indicates a Danger condition. The latter may prompt immediate
action: such as a machine shutdown. In addition, processed information is available
in analog format to field measuring equipment connected to the rear panel I/O port.
As will be discussed later in paragraph 2.4: The ICRS-485 Communication Interface,
on page 2.39, users of VibroSystM’s ZOOM monitoring system can add a
communication interface to the PCU-100 unit and integrate it into their network of
extensions. In the ZOOM environment, selected processes from the PCU become
part of the power station configuration as status parameter inputs configurable using
ZOOM Configuration. These inputs provide further insight into overall machine
condition by way of correlations with other parameters such as air gap.
In short, the PCU software holds provision for two alarm threshold settings (Alert
and Danger) for each process identified earlier. Furthermore, convenient Status OK
LEDs report the integrity of the measuring chains which provide the raw
measurement at the root of reported alarms. As will be discussed in the software
section, the OK feature warns the system operator of any failure of the measuring
chain which could invalidate the processed information. As such, this feature
safeguards against falsely triggered alarm.
However, as your monitoring requirements grow, you may need to install additional
sensors, vibration input modules and ultimately add an extra processing and analog
output module. When considering your options, consult Table 2.1 as a general
guideline, to find out if they meet the PCU unit's task module integration capacity.
Proceed as follows to install a new processing and analog output module:
1. Power OFF the unit and unmount from rack.
identification and location of parts).
3. Before unpacking the new processing and analog output module, you
must remove any static electricity buildup from your skin. Do so by
touching any conductive material put to ground such as a water pipe.
4. Grab the new processing and analog output module by the edges and
precisely align both pin arrays with corresponding socket strip on the
expansion slot. Gently press until module is firmly in position.
I/O port. It is a 12-pin strip found on the inner-back panel Use top or
bottom pin strips only. Match the slot number (PO1, PO2, …) printed
on the circuit board to that of the inner back panel (see Figure 2.13).
Pin strip for task module connector
on PO5 slot
PO5
PO6

on PO6 slot
Once the processing and analog output module has been properly installed, you may
refer to the rear panel terminal assignment chart (Figure 2.14) for connection of
external user equipment. Proceed as follows for rear panel connections:
1. Remove the proper female terminal adapter from the rear panel I/O port.
2. Use skinned wires only and match with screw-type terminals of the
appropriate output channel. The following illustration shows a terminal
adapter in the upright position with channels labeled #1, #2, #3 and #4
from top to bottom.
Vout (1) 0V to +10V analog signal output
Iout (1) 4-20 mA analog signal output Output 1
0V (1) Power common

0V (2) Power common

Output 3
Iout (3) 4-20 mA analog signal output
0V (3) Power common
0V (4) Power common
Figure 2.14: Terminal assignment of a typical processing and analog output module rear
panel miniconnector.
before mounting the PCU unit.
You may now power ON the system and access the software in order to enable the
new module and set various signal processing attributes.
2.2.3.2: Alarm Notification

The processing and analog output module performs comparison of monitored values
to user-set alarm thresholds. Monitored values are dependent of the process selected:
Raw, AC/DC, RMS, Peak, Peak-to-peak, Average Maximum (Smax) and Airgap.
With the exception of the airgap value process, all alarms are triggered when result
values increase up to the point where they violate thresholds. As for the air gap
values, an alarm will be reached when values decrease to critical gap levels.
In monitoring mode, users are notified of alarms – threshold violations – by way of
the four front panel tri-color ALARM LEDs. Four dual-color OK LEDs are provided
as well. Each OK LED matches an alarm LED and warns of faults (status not OK) on
the measuring chain linked to the process generating the alarm. A fault reported by
an OK LED will invalidate any alarm originating from the faulty measuring chain.
Caution: Do not attempt to configure status OK LEDs for input channels

connected to MONITRAN or WILCOXON accelerometers and velocity transducers.
The design of these devices does not permit reliable use of the status OK feature.
The software typically assigns two alarm thresholds – Alert and Danger – per
processed signal at one time. Thresholds are usually programmed in the system
before unit shipment and are reported as follows:
• Alarm LEDs remain ON at all times. They glow Green for as long as
readings remain in the "safe" area of the measuring range.
• Alarm LEDs turn Orange if output values equal or exceed the lower
alarm threshold (Alert) set via the PCU software.
• Alarm LEDs turn Red if output values reach the higher alarm
threshold (or Danger level) set via the PCU software.
• OK LEDs remain ON at all times. They shine Green for as long as no
failure of the measuring chain is reported.
• OK LEDs turn Red if measuring chains fail. An example of this would
be a broken extension cable. Such an indication would invalidate alarm
conditions reported simultaneously by the associated alarm LEDs.
As discussed on page 2.30, a digital input can be assigned to remote threshold
selection, a feature which allows users to toggle between two threshold sets.
Notice to Users of the ZOOM system
PCU-100 units connected to the ZOOM monitoring system through RS-485

communication behave like STATE extensions. Therefore, when registering
the new inputs in your station configuration, set the alarm threshold values
using ZOOM Configuration’s Edit input window. Alarm threshold values are
printed in the Configuration Report issued for each PCU-100 unit shipped.
Alarm threshold values can also be displayed on the VFD screen when the
PCU-100 is in monitoring mode. To view these values, simply toggle between
bargraph headers using the U and V scroll buttons. See paragraph 3.1.11:
Bargraph and Alarm Acknowledgement, to learn how to consult bargraph headers.
The PCU unit complements your annunciation system or other active safety measures
by managing device switching upon alarms reported on any or all of the raw or
processed data channels. For that purpose, two types of relay modules are available.
Relay modules will be discussed further in the next two paragraphs.
2.2.4: The Internal Relay Module
As the name implies, the internal relay module is a typical task module which fits any
available expansion slot. This module features three miniature dry-contact double-
pole-single-throw (DPST) relays for safety device control on any combination of
alarm and OK signals.
Figure 2.15 shows relay contact status in standby mode, that is, during normal
operation of the PCU, when no alarms are reported. It indicates field switching
combinations achieved when both normally closed and normally open contacts are
used simultaneously. Each relay circuit can handle loads up to 150VDC at 0.4 A or
120/220 VAC (50/60 Hz) at 2A.
remote indicators
load load
power source
NC
NO
relay de-energized with no

alarm signal from PCU
NC: normally closed
NO: normally open
Figure 2.15: Functional diagram of the DPST relay. Each relay channel hosts sets of
normally open (NO) and normally closed (NC) contacts.
During normal operation, each relay is maintained de-energized. Refer to paragraph

3.2.5: Internal Relay Module and External Relay Card Unit in Chapter 3 to learn
how to customize this feature. As soon as an alarm is reported on the user-assigned
channel, the relay is energized causing device switching. When planning switching
equipment wiring, consult Figure 2.17 to determine whether Normally Open (NC) or
Normally Closed (NC) terminals better suit your protection needs. Since each relay
channel maintains closed contacts at all times, always remember that NC and
NO refer ONLY to the condition of the relay while the unit is on-line with no
alarm condition reported.
However your system can be easily upgraded for basic machine protection by
installing an internal relay module. When assessing your protection needs, consult
Table 2.1 to find out if they meet the PCU unit's task module integration capacity.
Proceed as follows to install the new internal relay module:
2. Remove top cover by unscrewing the six hex-socket set screws. Locate
the expansion bay on the circuit board (see Figure 1 early in this
chapter for identification and location of parts).
3. Before unpacking the new internal relay module, you must remove any
static electricity buildup from your skin. Do so by touching any
conductive material put to ground such as a water pipe.
4. Grab the new task module by the edges and precisely align both pin
arrays with corresponding socket strip on the expansion slot. Gently
press until module is firmly in position.
I/O port. It consists in a 12-pin strip found on the inner-back panel.
Since internal relay modules are usually last to be added, look for PO2
or PO1 markings. Use top or bottom pin strips only. Make sure to
match the slot number (PO1, PO2, …) printed on the circuit board to
that of the inner back panel (see Figure 2.16).
on PO1 slot
PO1
PO2

on PO2 slot
Figure 2.16: View of the PO1 and PO2 I/O ports normally used by internal relay modules, as
seen from inside the cabinet.
Once the internal relay module has been properly installed, you may refer to the rear
panel terminal assignment chart (Figure 2.17) for connection to switching devices.
Note that the terminal assignments listed next applies while the relay is
de-energized. Proceed as follows to make connections:
1. Pull out the female terminal adapter from the rear panel I/O port.
2. Use skinned wires and match with screw terminals of the appropriate
relay channel. As shown next, with terminal adapter in the upright
position, channels are labeled #1, #2, and #3 from top to bottom. Two
contacts per channel are normally open and two for normally closed.
NO(1) Relay 1 contact open during no alarm condition
NC(1) Relay 1 contact closed during no alarm condition
Relay NO(2) Relay 2 contact open during no alarm condition
DE-ENERGIZED
during normal
operation (with NC(2) Relay 2 contact closed during no alarm condition
no alarm NC(2) Relay 2 contact closed during no alarm condition
reported)
Figure 2.17: Terminal assignment of the internal relay module's I/O port adapter.
Note 1: Normally (open or closed) refers to the condition of the relay

while the PCU is on-line with no alarm reported.
Note 2: Unless customized by user, the PCU-100 is factory-set with

internal relays de-energized during normal operation.
You may now power ON the system and access the software to match the various raw
or processed outputs with individual relays.
2.2.5: The Internal Relay Driver Module with

External Relay Card
For extensive protection over many outputs, the external relay card features nine
miniature dry-contact double-pole-double-throw (DPDT) relays for device switching
on any combination of alarm, status OK and system OK signals.
The external relay card is a rack-mount 1U (3.75") high panel featuring nine LEDs
and relays. A relay driver module occupies an expansion slot inside the PCU unit. A
1 meter (3 feet) 12-pin cable running from the corresponding I/O port on the back
panel of the PCU to the relay card's back panel input port connects the two units.
Figure 2.18 illustrates front and back panel. Each of the nine tri-color LEDs is
coupled to a relay port. LEDs change color to reflect the status of the relay channel:
Color Reported Status

Green system on-line, relay de-energized, no alarm signal
Red system on-line, relay energized on alarm signal
Amber system on-line, mechanical problem encountered
Similar in principle to the basic three-channel internal relay module, the external
relay card holds 9 relays. Each relay channel supports device switching on any
condition whose status change is reported by the PCU system. Conditions include:
• Power ON,
• Power Low,
• Alert threshold violations on selected processes,
• Danger threshold violations on selected processes,
• Status OK on selected processes,
• System OK.
FRONT VIEW
REAR VIEW
Figure 2.18: Front and rear view of the external relay card unit.
Figure 2.19 illustrates relay contact status in standby mode, that is, during normal
operation of the PCU, when no alarms are reported. As shown, independent DPDT
relay channels provide a wide variety of field connections, with each one capable of
supporting loads of 150VDC at 0.4 A or 120/220 VAC (50/60 Hz) at 2A.
COMM
Load Load Load Load
Power
NO Source
NC
NO
NC
Relay de-energized with

no alarm signal from PCU
Figure 2.19: Functional diagram of a typical DPDT relay. For convenience, each relay
channel hosts two sets of normally open (NO) and normally closed (NC) contacts.
During normal operation, each relay is de-energized (factory setting). If an alarm is

reported on the assigned channel, the relay trips to energized causing simultaneous
switching on up to four devices. Consult Figure 2.21 to determine between the two
sets of Normally Open (NC) and Normally Closed (NC) terminals, the combination
that suits your protection needs for each relay channel. Since several contacts are
closed at all times, always remember that NC and NO refer ONLY to the
condition of the relay while the unit is on-line with no alarm condition reported.
However if your installation requires extensive protection, you may upgrade to full
relay capacity by installing an internal relay driver module with external relay card
unit. When assessing your protection needs, consult Table 2.1 to find out if they
meet the PCU unit's task module integration capacity.
Installation of the task module and external card unit is done in three steps. First, the
internal relay driver module must be installed inside the PCU unit; which is then
connected to the external relay card unit and finally field (user) equipment must be
wired to the external relay card unit's back panel I/O port.
Step One:
Proceed as follows to install the internal relay driver module:
1. Power OFF the PCU unit and unmount from rack.
identification and location of parts).
3. Before unpacking the new internal relay driver module, you must
remove any static electricity buildup from your skin. Do so by touching
any conductive material put to ground such as a water pipe.
4. Grab the internal relay driver module by the edges and precisely align
both pin arrays with corresponding socket strip on the expansion slot.
Gently press until module is firmly in position.
I/O port. It consists in a 12-pin strip found on the inner-back panel.
Since the internal relay driver module is usually last to be added, look
for PO2 or PO1 markings. Use top or bottom pin strips only. Make
sure to match the slot number (PO1, PO2, …) printed on the circuit
board with that of the inner back panel (see Figure 2.20).
on PO1 slot
PO1
PO2

on PO2 slot
Figure 2.20: View of the PO1 and PO2 I/O ports normally used by the internal relay driver
module, as seen from inside the cabinet.
Step Two:
1. Once you have properly installed the internal relay driver module, you
may proceed with connection to the external relay card unit. To do so:
simply grab the interface cord and connect one end to the designated
I/O port on the PCU-100 unit.
2. Connect the other end of the interface cord to the input port connector
located on the extreme right of the relay unit's back panel.
Step Three:
After performing system connections, you should proceed with wiring of the field
switching devices to the external relay card unit. Refer to the rear panel terminal
assignment chart illustrated in Figure 2.21. Note that the terminal assignments
listed next applies while the relay is de-energized.
Proceed as follows to make connections:
1. Remove each 6-terminal female adapter from the rear panel I/O ports.
2. Use skinned wires only and match with screw-type terminals of the
appropriate external relay channel. Two contacts per channel are
reserved for normally open and two for normally closed switches.
NO(2) contact open during no alarm condition

NC NO
Relay NC(2) contact closed during no alarm condition
DE-ENERGIZED
Power Common Comm
during normal
operation NO(1) contact open during no alarm condition
NC NO
NC(1) contact closed during no alarm condition
Power Common Comm
Figure 2.21: Terminal assignment of the 6-screw terminal adapter used on the external relay
card's I/O port.
the rack assembly (if necessary) and secure connection to the rear panel
before mounting the relay card unit.
Note 1: Remember that the term normally (open or closed) refers to the
condition of the relay while the PCU unit is on-line with no
alarm reported.
Note 2: Relays of the external card unit are maintained de-energized

during normal operation. This setting can not be defeated.
You may now power ON the system and access the software in order to match the
various raw or processed outputs with individual relays.
2.2.6: The Digital I/O and 1/rev Module
This module equips PCU-100 units connected to proximity measurement sensors. Its
main purpose is to receive the one-per-revolution pulse (also known as the
synchronization signal) from VibroSystM's synchronization probe facing the shaft of
the monitored machine. The synchronization signal can then be used in two
applications: shaft displacement monitoring and air gap protection.
2.2.6.1: The Synchronization Signal

a) Shaft displacement monitoring
To perform shaft displacement monitoring, the vibration input module combines the
synchronization pulse with X- and Y-axis vibration readings which allows the user to
determine angular positions along the rotating axis of the monitored machine. The
angular position used to determine the area of resultant vector is revealed by the fact
that a synchronization pulse is emitted after one machine rotation, or every 360°.
Y
aerial view of
generator shaft
X
X-axis relative oscilloscope
Y-axis relative vibration PCS
vibration PCS sensor
sensor
angular position Svector reading

revealed by combining X
generator assembly synchronization and Y axis
signal available sensors
to vibration through a available
input module configured through a
analog output configured
analog output
junction
synchronization box
probe X-axis relative
vibration PCS
Y-axis relative sensor
vibration PCS Monitoring
sensor
•••••••••
PCU-100 unit
to synchronization
and digital I/O
module
Figure 2.22: PCU-100 monitoring system layout when using the synchronization probe for
capture of the angle value. This value is correlated with Svector readings on the oscilloscope.
Figure 2.22 shows PCS sensor position and signal paths to user equipment such as an
oscilloscope. The graphs plotted in Figure 2.23 are typical of those displayed on an
oscilloscope screen. They illustrate the information provided simultaneously by the
synchronization probe (Graph A) and two PCS sensors used for the measurement of
generator shaft displacement (Graph B). For this purpose, individual sensors
connected to input channel 1 and input channel 2 of the vibration input module face
the generator shaft at X and Y positions relative to each other (see Figure 2.22).
Note: This application requires that you access the configuration software to assign
analog outputs to the 1/REV pulse and Svector signals and that you connect your
oscilloscope to the matching rear-panel I/O port. See paragraph 3.2.3 for more on
assigning analog outputs.
Every peak shown in Figure 2.23 represents the resultant shaft displacement vector
(or Svector), with each machine rotation. Correlating a peak along the synchronization
signal real timeline reveals the area of maximum displacement.
1/rev 1/rev
Graph A
0° 180° 360° 180° 360°
Graph B
1/rev' 1/rev'
Figure 2.23: Angular information revealed by the synchronization probe. The 1/rev. pulse
indicates the 360° mark. Both angle and Svector show simultaneously on an oscilloscope
screen.
b) Air gap protection

For this application, the PCU-100 unit inspects measurements from air gap sensors
“looking” at the passing poles of a rotating machine. They include VibroSystM’s
VM family of capacitive air gap sensors. The need to inspect air gap comes from the
fact that a large rotating machine is subject to large stress which influences the air
gap between rotor and stator.
A measured air gap value that equals or falls below the alarm thresholds set by the
user based on machine design specifications is considered preoccupying. However,
the same value will trigger an alarm if it repeats over several rotations. The number
of rotations revealed by the synchronization pulse determines the delay during which
values are registered and compared before they can be reported by the unit in the
form of an alarm.
PCU-100 unit
Monitoring
•••••••••
CSC131 signal
synchronization probe conditionner
shaft
VM3.12 air gap sensor
rotor pole
rotor
Figure 2.24: Schematic view of the PCU-100 unit connected to the VM3.12 air gap sensor
with synchronization probe mounted on the hydrogenerator
The ZOOM system goes In instances where VibroSystM’s ZOOM system is in use, the PCU unit does not
beyond air gap protection by need to connect directly to the synchronization probe. Instead, the unit receives the
providing a full complement signal from the AGMS or ZOOM acquisition unit connected to the probe. Refer to
of monitoring and diagnostic the AGMS and ZOOM 2000 Hardware User's Manual for connections to the
tools over many machine acquisition units. Once acquired, the signal may be routed to other compatible
critical parameters. equipment, such as slave PCU units, via terminals of the dedicated rear panel I/O
port.
The synchronization probe consists of a proximity switch. This switch is basically an
open-collector transistor that conducts when the target on the generator shaft passes
in front of it. See Figure 2.25 for an illustration of the capture sequence.
An interrupt signal is generated on the CPU with every 1/rev pulse. The interrupt
then associates the pulse with the data just processed.
Rotor Rotor
Shaft Shaft
2 V min 2 V min
0.8 V max 0.8 V max
Rotor Rotor
Shaft Shaft
2 V min 2 V min
0.8 V max 0.8 V max
Figure 2.25: Axial view of the synchronization signal acquisition sequence.
2.2.6.2: Digital inputs and Outputs

In addition to acquiring the 1/rev pulse, this task module hosts sets of digital inputs
and outputs, making the PCU-100 fully API 6701 compliant.
Digital inputs are provided for control of several system features by a remote
switching device. Once enabled using the configuration software, the task module
responds to a +5V drive signal from remote relay contact closure which causes
individual inputs to change logic status (0 to 1). In turn, this change activates one or
many of the system features described next.
• Rack Inhibit: upon remote contact closure, this feature disables all
Alert and Danger alarms. As well, it enables the rack bypass output
feature for use on other PCU units.
• Alarm Reset: upon remote contact closure, this feature resets latching
alarms. Enable this feature if you want to reset latching alarms
triggered by the PCU-100 quickly without having to access the alarm
acknowledgment screens or to power down the unit.
• Danger Bypass: upon remote contact closure, this feature inhibits
triggering of Danger alarms. This feature is especially useful if your
generator is set to shut down on Danger-threshold alarms. You may
therefore perform maintenance on the PCU, measuring chains or other
field wiring without risk of activating the Danger relays.
• Power-Up Inhibit: upon remote contact closure, this feature disables
all Alert and Danger alarms.
1
The American Petroleum Institute, a division of the American National Standards Institute. The API 670 sets the
requirements for vibration, axial position, and bearing temperature monitoring systems.
• Threshold Set Selection: upon remote contact closure, the system
software is instructed to switch between two sets of alarm thresholds.
Typically, a logic status of 1 would correspond to the higher threshold
set while a logic status of 0 would correspond to the lower settings.
This feature is particularly handy when you wish to prevent triggering
of alarms at times when vibration is expected to be significantly higher.
Such is the case during machine startup and shutdown. The principle of
threshold set selection is illustrated in Figure 2.26.
Threshold set no. 1:

select this set when machine
operates at full load.
Threshold points are set
according to design
specifications.
500 µm 2500 µm
vibration sensor measuring range
Threshold set no. 2:

to be selected during startup
or shutdown of the monitored
machine. Higher vibration
levels are expectable during
those transitory periods.
Figure 2.26: Illustrating threshold sets along the sensor’s measuring range..
In addition to the digital inputs, up to three digital outputs can be used

simultaneously. For example, outputs can be enabled to keep the indicator panel
operator informed on system events such as power-ON/Power Low, System OK and
Rack bypass. System event selection will be reviewed later in paragraph 3.2.6:
Configuration of the Logic Parameters.
To trigger the digital outputs, the task module sends a +5V drive signal which is fully
compatible with the digital input side of any digital I/O and 1/rev module installed in
another PCU unit in the facility. You may therefore use the Power ON feature to
power ON/OFF a slave PCU unit in a master-slave configuration.
Monitoring
•••••••••
12:34:56 165.0000 60.0 108.2

Local t ime kWPower Frequency Temp °C
S
E
N OK1 OK2 OK3 OK4 SYST OK PWR System OK Output
S Power-Up Inhibit Output
O
R Power ON/Low Output
S OK1 OK2 OK3 OK4 SYST OK PWR
A
L AL1 AL2 AL3 AL4 AL5 AL6
A
R Monitoring
M •••••••••
S AL7 AL8 Thresh-1 Thresh-2 Thresh-3 Thresh-4
Ampers RPM Pit Level MVars Threshold Set Selection Input
1 Power Up Inhibit Input

0 Alarm Reset Input Synchronization Signal
Main S_PWR A_Reset R_Inhibit T_Select A/B Rack Inhibit Input Acquisition Input
Generator One Console
Figure 2.27: Customizing the Digital Input/Output and Synchronization Module for plant
operation
Refer to Figure 2.29 for detailed connections to peripheral input and output devices.
2.2.6.3: Digital I/O and Synchronization Module Installation

and Wiring
However if you wish to add or replace a digital I/O and 1/rev module, consult the
following to ensure that connection to the new module are performed according to
design specifications. Note that each PCU accepts one digital I/O and 1/rev module.
Installation of the optional synchronization probe will be reviewed in the next
paragraph.
Proceed as follows to install the new digital I/O and 1/rev module:
2. Remove cover by unscrewing the six hex-socket set screws. This will
reveal the circuit board. Locate the expansion bay on the board (see
Figure 1 early in this chapter for identification and location of parts).
3. Before unpacking the new digital I/O and 1/rev module, you must
remove any static electricity buildup from your skin. Do so by touching
any conductive material put to ground such as a water pipe.
4. Grab the new digital I/O and 1/rev module by the edges and precisely
align both pin arrays with corresponding socket strip on the expansion
slot. By design, this task module should occupy the slot labeled PO8.
Gently press until module is firmly in position.
6. Connect the other end of the flat cable to the corresponding I/O port
consisting of a 12-pin strip found on the inner-back panel Use top or
bottom pin strips only. Match the slot number (PO8) printed on the
circuit board to that of the inner back panel (see Figure 2.28).
Pin strip for task module connector on PO7 slot
PO7
PO8
Pin strip for task module connector on PO8 slot
Once module installation is complete, connect the wiring from the synchronization
probe, and the remote control devices. Proceed as follows:
7. Pull out the designated terminal adapter from the rear panel I/O port.
8. Slightly skin each wire and match with screw-type terminals according to
the indications provided in Figure 2.29.
Red or White
Vout Power terminal (+5V or +12V at 100 mA)
Shield
0V Power Common (OV)
Synchronization signal out (amplified signal to user equipment)
Black
Synchronization signal in (from open collector synchronization probe)
Signal Common (from input / output control devices)
Vout 1st digital signal output (open collector)
Vout 2nd digital signal output (open collector)
Vout 3rd digital signal output (open collector)
Vin 1st digital signal input (0 or 5V)
Vin 2nd digital signal input (0 or 5V)
Vin 3rd digital signal input (0 or 5V)
Vin 4th digital signal input (0 or 5V)
Figure 2.29: Terminal assignment of the digital I/O and 1/rev module’s rear panel I/O port.
Note that wire colors are valid for VibroSystM’s synchronization cable.
Once you have completed installation of the synchronization probe according to the
instructions provided next, you may power the system and access the software in
order to enable the 1/rev pulse and to enable any or all digital inputs and outputs.
2.2.6.4: Synchronization Probe Installation and Wiring
Preliminary considerations
The installation of a synchronization probe essentially involves three steps:
installation of the synchronization cable, installation of the probe itself, and finally
installation of the target.
Mounting the probe requires precision in that you must determine the exact location
of its target in relation to a fixed reference mark around the axis of the machine such
as a pole.
To install a synchronization probe, you need:
• the synchronization probe kit
• the flexible conduit kit
• a tube of glue with catalyst
• a stand
• a clean rags and a bottle of acetone
• an indelible felt
Installation of the Synchronization Cable
The synchronization cable connects the synchronization probe to the PCU unit’s
digital I/O and 1/rev module via a dedicated I/O port connector. This cable is
protected by flexible conduit. If you prefer the protection a rigid conduit, the section
of the cable which runs to the rack holding the PCU unit must still be protected with
flexible conduit. The following instructions make use of flexible conduits.
To put a synchronization cable in place, proceed as follows:
1. Mark the location of the synchronization probe and the PCU unit to
which the probe will connect.
2. Unroll the flexible conduit placed on a stand beside the rack, right up to
the location of the probe by following the course planned out for it.
Then cut it.
3. With a fish-tape, run the synchronization cable through the conduit.
4. Skin the wires that lead to the probe and screw to the removable
miniconnector terminals as shown on Figure 2.30.
Figure 2.30: Connecting the synchronization cable to the 3-terminal female miniconnector
that connects to the synchronization probe
5. Fasten down the conduit permanently.
The installation of the synchronization cable is completed. The next step consists in
fastening down the synchronization probe. Refer to Figure 2.29 for connections to
the PCU’s rear panel I/O port.
Fastening the Synchronization Probe
You must position the probe’s proximity detector less than 4 to 5 mm (160-200 mils)
from the shaft. However, sometimes it is not possible to install it that close. In such
cases, you must provide a special support to install the probe as shown by Figure
2.31.
Figure 2.31: Example of a special support designed to bring the synchronization probe closer
to the generator shaft
Place the support, and screw the probe according to the instructions below.
1. Pierce the support of the probe by following the instructions provided
by Figure 2.32. Thread its two holes to be able to screw 5/16" - 16 ×
1/2" bolts to it.
Figure 2.32: Piercing guide for the synchronization probe support
2. Fasten the support.

3. Install the probe on its support. Maintain it in place with two 5/16" - 16
× 1/2" bolts and two tooth lock washers.
4. Adjust the position of the probe so that the proximity detector is less
than 4 to 5 mm (160-200 mils) from the shaft.
5. Gently pull on the synchronization cable. Slacken the cable about 40
cm (16 in.), enough to form a loop.
6. Connect the cable to the synchronization probe. Then, close the loop
with cable straps. Consult Figure 2.33.
7. Near the probe, fasten down the flexible conduit with straps, so that no
one trips over the conduit and pulls on the connection between the cable
and the probe.
Figure 2.33: View from above the installation of the synchronization probe.
Installation of the Target and Adjustment of the Synchronization Probe

The installation of the synchronization probe target is divided in two stages. First,
you have to clean the surface of the shaft. Then you have to glue the target.
Finally, you will need to adjust the position of the synchronization probe so that it is
less than 2 ± 0.5 mm (80-120 mils) from the target.
Preparation of the Surface of the Shaft
1. Search out the area where the target will be glued. Take note of the
angle position according to a fixed reference mark. Do not neglect this
step.
2. Clean it with a rag soaked with acetone.
3. Move the synchronization probe so that it touches the shaft. On the
shaft, mark the edge of the proximity detector of the probe with an
indelible felt to indicate the position of the synchronization target.
Gluing the Target
1. Take every necessary precaution to keep the target from falling.
2. Spread a thin layer of the glue provided in the sensor kit, on the target.
If the instructions given here differ from those specified by the
manufacturer of the glue, follow those given by the manufacturer.
3. Apply catalyst to the layer of glue.
4. Position the target with precision in relation to the felt mark which you
made on the shaft. Refer to Figure 2.34. Rotate the target a bit to help
spread the glue. Straighten it up and maintain it firmly in this position
for 60 seconds.
Figure 2.34: Relative position of the target in relation to the synchronization probe
Adjustment of the Synchronization Probe

This step is very important as the adjustment of the synchronization probe determines
the moment when the reference impulse is sent off. This impulse serves as a
reference for the 360 degrees revolution expected at the top of the synchronization
ramp (see Figure 2.23). Therefore, the position of the probe must be very precise.
1. With a filler gage, distance the proximity detector from the probe and
its target exactly 2 ± 0.5 mm (80-120 mils).
2. Firmly screw the probe in this position.
2.3: Electrical Supply
The PCU unit is equipped with an open-air power supply located on the upper-left
corner of the inner panel. See System Parts and Controls early in this chapter to
locate the power supply next to the main circuit board. It converts the input power
into the DC voltage levels needed to drive the unit. The power supply accepts both
AC and DC inputs. Figure 2.35 shows the power supply.
Figure 2.35: The power supply.
2.3.1: Input
The standard input is an AC source although the power supply can handle worldwide
inputs in the range of 85-250 VAC at 47-63 Hz or 110-330 VDC. The white and black
input wires from the rear panel power port are connected to the N and L terminals
respectively, of connector CN1 on the power supply. See Figure 2.35 to locate the
terminals and Table 2.2 for the list of the input connections. Figure 2.36 illustrates
the terminal assignment of the removable rear panel input port miniconnector.
Table 2.2: Input Connections of the Power Supply
Terminal Wire Color Description

N White AC neutral or DC -
L Black AC live or DC +
FG Green Ground
Green: Ground
White: ACline or -DC
Black: AClineor +DC
Figure 2.36: Wiring of the rear panel main power Input port.
CAUTION: Do not force or pry the terminal adapter into the main power input
port. Align with plastic moldings on both PCU unit and adapter and insert gently.
2.3.2: Ground
If you are using a floating input, the power supply must be grounded. This is done by
connecting the green input wire to Terminal FG of connector CN1 on the power
supply to the ground lug of the inner panel.
The use of floating inputs is limited by the power supply's input to ground isolation
voltage. The potential difference between the floating voltage and ground must be
smaller than the power supply's input to case isolation voltage.
2.4: The ICRS-485 Communication Interface
2.4.1: Overview of the ZOOM System

This communication interface is intended exclusively for users of VibroSystM’s
ZOOM monitoring system wishing to integrate selected processed vibration
measurements from the PCU-100 into their station database.
The ICRS-485 communication interface allows the PCU-100 unit to behave much
like the STATE extension and provide the ZOOM system with additional status
parameter inputs. To better understand how the PCU interacts with the system, we
first suggest that you review the basics of the ZOOM system in Section I of the
AGMS and ZOOM 2000 System Hardware User’s Manual.
Figure 2.37 illustrates the ZOOM system around a generator. It outlines the layout of
the communication network prescribed for the ZOOM system and runs the various
combinations of acquisition units and extensions.
Figure 2.37: Layout of the ZOOM system around the generator
2.4.2: System requirements
This is a factory-only upgrade which requires mounting a small RS-485 interface
board next to the memory backup cell inside the unit. Refer to Figure 2.1 to locate
the interface module. The upgrade also requires adding a 3-terminal communication
port to the rear panel mount. Please note that the communication interface takes
advantage of enhanced software features found in system software v. 1.34 and later.
Therefore, a software upgrade must also be performed on earlier units.
To check the version number of the unit:

• Turn on power and notice version number on the display screen during
boot-up sequence or,
• If the unit is in monitoring mode, access the configuration menu by
pressing the Menu button, then use the Up (U) or Down (V) button to
select Firmware → Version. Once you have noted the version
number, press Menu once to return to monitoring.
Users interested in this upgrade must contact their VibroSystM representative or
contact the VibroSystM head office at one of the phone/fax numbers appearing on
the back cover of this manual for pricing, availability and shipping arrangements
To add a PCU-100 unit to a typical ZOOM installation such as the one presented in
Figure 2.37, you need an acquisition unit (AGMS or ZOOM) equipped with an
RS-232-C/RS-485 interface module that is not connected to any STATE or ZOOM-
ALARM extension. For a full description of this module, consult your ZOOM 2000
System Hardware User Manual.
You also need to have the ZOOM Configuration software installed on the controller
in order to configure the additional status parameter inputs.
2.4.3: Operation
As stated earlier, the PCU behaves much like a STATE extension and sends status
parameter data. It connects to the RS-232-C/RS-485 interface via a single twisted-
pair communication cable The acquisition unit requests processed measurements
from the PCU, in a master-slave configuration, at intervals of 2 samples per second.
Unlike the STATE extension however, the PCU-100 cannot share the communication
line with any other extension since the ICRS-485 communication interface requires a
termination resistance. Figure 2.38 shows the main components of the interface.
Green LED Red LED
Link transmit) Link recieve
card edge connector to mounting
rear pannel port screw
Green LED
Internal transmit error
Red LED
Internal receive error
Figure 2.38: The ICRS-485 communication interface card
Main characteristics
Transmit rate 19,200 bauds
Word length 8 bits
Stop 1 bit
Parity none
Protocol asynchrone, half duplex
Handshaking none
Device address 2
No software setting is required to enable communication with the ZOOM system.

Once hardware setup is complete, the ZOOM acquisition unit sends a request for
data. During normal operation, the top two LEDs (see Figure 2.38) alternate during
transmit and receive at intervals of about twice a second. The second group of LEDs
are for internal error reporting only and should only glow during bootup.
The PCU-100 unit provides the ZOOM system with up to twelve (12) status
parameter inputs, or one input for each process activated using the PCU system
software. In the ZOOM system, an input is a segment of the station configuration
pointing to a particular sensor measurement (or in this case, to a process).
Vibration
input
module
Processing RS-4585
raw and analog communication
vibration output module interface
Vibration processed status parameter inputs
input data to the ZOOM system
module
PCU-100 unit
Because these inputs are sampled twice per second, we must look for process
selections that evolve slowly enough to be significant. Table 2.3 lists the processes
which meet the requirements for status parameter inputs to the ZOOM system. Those
settings refer to menu items accessible via the PCU user interface. See. paragraph
3.2.3: Processing and Analog Output Module in Chapter III to locate those settings.
Table 2.3: PCU-100 Processes compatible with the ZOOM system with
configuration setting requirements
Process Configuration setting Limitations
DC value Frequency low-pass (Hz) less than 1 kHz
Average value Frequency high-pass (Hz) less than 0.1 Hz
Time Constant (Sec.) higher than 0.796 Sec.
RMS value Frequency high-pass (Hz) less than 0.1 Hz
Rise time (Sec.) between 0.8 and 0.790 mSec.
Decay time (Sec.) higher than 0.796 Sec.
Peak value Frequency high-pass (Hz) less than 0.1 Hz
Maximum value Rise time (Sec.) between 0.8 and 0.790 mSec.
Peak-peak value Frequency high-pass (Hz) less than 0.1 Hz
2.4.4: Connections
Table 2.4 and Figure 2.39 identify the connections between the rear-panel
communication port and the RS-232-C/RS-485 interface module mounted onboard
the AGMS or ZOOM acquisition unit.
The communication cable consists of a shielded twisted pair, 3 000 feet max. in
length, of type Belden 9154, 20-gage to be assembled in the field.
Table 2.4: Connecting the twisted-pair cable between the PCU and the
AGMS or ZOOM acquisition unit
From PCU To acquisition unit Designation
Comm. terminal # 1 interface terminals # A-B (jumper) Data B (Tx+, Rx+)
Comm. terminal # 2 interface terminals # D-E (jumper) Data A (Tx-, Rx-)
Comm. terminal # 3 interface module terminal # C Shield
Side-view of the RS-232-C/RS-485

communication interface mounted
inside the AGMS or ZOOM
acquisition unit
communication port Data A

on PCU-100 unit
twisted-pair cable up to
Copper
Shield 3000 feet (1000 meters) long
Data B
Black
Data A
Red Shield
Data B
Power terminals
Figure 2.39: Connecting the PCU-100 to the AGMS or ZOOM acquisition unit using a
single-pair cable.
Chapter 3
The User Interface

The PCU is a software-driven programmable unit. It is designed to collect real-time
sensor signals for processing into useful information and alarm event detection,
management and ultimately, protection of your rotating machine investment. All this
is accomplished by the gathering and processing of the raw signals from sensors
connected to as many as four vibration input modules. In order for the PCU unit to
perform adequately in the field, it must be fitted with the appropriate hardware in
terms of task modules and sensors. As well, the system software must be configured
with sensor-specific information which takes into account some design specifications
of the rotating machines. The latter is usually provided by the customer in the form of
a site survey to be forwarded to the supplier. This information will then be added to
the PCU software prior to shipment.
This chapter is provided for reference purposes only as your PCU unit comes fully
configured and ready for operation. Nonetheless, the next pages should prove quite
useful in understanding unit operation as well as helping station personnel perform
field upgrades to new sensors, task modules and relay cards.
Understanding of the user interface also allows users to manage the reporting of
system events such as alarms and OK statuses and to customize some practical
features of the unit such as bar graph display IDs and conditional access codes.
Users will also be guided through the step-by-step procedures of saving a
configuration, updating a configuration or updating the system software using the
PCMCIA card slot.
Access to the various configuration and monitoring menus and sub-menus makes use
of the user programmable interface by means of the VFD screen and the seven-button
keypad, namely:
T, U, V, S, Enter, Cancel, Menu.
This chapter will survey each menu as a step in the configuration process. Therefore,
we will address each step in a chronological order. Configuration breaks down to the
following steps:
• General system parameters;
• Vibration input modules;
• Processing and analog output modules;
• Digital input / output and 1/rev module;
• Internal relay module;
• External relay card;
• Logic parameters;
• Monitoring (bar graph) displays.
The next few pages will introduce some basic system characteristics and explain how
the software behaves. They will help you familiarize with the various keypad features
as well as with the ergonomics of the user interface.
PCU-100 Programmable Unit - User Reference Manual Chapter III: The User Interface • 3.1
3.1: System Ergonomics
System ergonomics define ways to access a range of software attributes which are
hardcoded into the system. Indeed, most, if not all, configuration parameters are
available for selection right at your fingertips. All you need is to understand how to
get to and enable them. The user accesses the software through the use of a seven-
button keypad and views system responses to his requests and actions on the 2-line
VFD screen. Before focusing on the various steps involved in the configuration
process, and in order to better understand how the software responds to user
intervention, we provide the next few pages. They will walk you through a sample
menu structure, which can be visualized by the following tree diagram:
Typical menu structure
Option 1
Enter Date
Enter Time
Option 2
Enter Number
Enter Character
Option 3
Option 3A
Option 3AA
Option 3B
Option 3BA
Option 4
3.1.1: Visualizing Menus

The VFD screen of the PCU-100 unit displays alphanumerical menu contents on two
twenty-character lines. Therefore, when scrolling through menus with the U and V
keys, the screen acts as a window moving from top to bottom of that menu.
Option 1 ↑
Option 2
Option 3
Option 4 ↓
The menu display area features the following elements:
Option arrow pointer Scroll-up arrow pointer
Option 1 ∆
Option 2 ∇
Scroll-down arrow pointer
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The option arrow points to the selected option.
When displayed, the scroll arrows indicate that other options are available for
selection. The scroll up arrow indicates that the U button can be used to access
previous options while the scroll down arrow indicates that the V button can be used
to reach the next options down the list.
3.1.2: Entering and Leaving Menus

During normal monitoring sessions, the VFD screen displays a default window as
selected by the user, such as a bargraph. To leave the default display and enter the
menu, you must press the Menu button.
To leave a menu and return to the default window, press once on the Menu button.
3.1.3: Scrolling through Menus

Scrolling through menus makes use of the U and V scroll buttons. The V scroll
button moves the option arrow pointer to the next menu option while the U scroll
button returns the pointer to the previous option.
The following example shows how to scroll up and down the menu using the scroll
buttons. Here, the typical menu contains four options: 1, 2, 3 and 4. Simulated
displays are used to show the actual layout after a specific button has been pressed.
Keypad Button Resulting Display
Machine Vibration
•••••••••••••----------
Menu > Option 1
Option 2 ∇
V Option 1
> Option 2 ∇
V Option 2 ∆
> Option 3 ∇
V Option 3 ∆
> Option 4
U > Option 3 ∆
Option 4
U > Option 2 ∆
Option 3 ∇
U > Option 1
Option 2 ∇
Menu Machine Vibration
•••••••••••••----------
3.1.4: Selecting an Option
To select a menu option, position the cursor so that it points to the desired option then
press the Enter button. Move from one menu to another to modify the selected option.
For example, to select Option 3 of the typical menu, use the following buttons.
Machine Vibration
•••••••••••••----------
Menu > Option 1
Option 2 ∇
V Option 1
> Option 2 ∇
V Option 2 ∆
> Option 3 ∇
Enter > Option 3A
Option 3B
3.1.5: Canceling a Selected Option

If you unintentionally select a menu option, just press and hold the Cancel button
for one second to return to the previous menu. Note that if you press the Cancel
button while in a data entry field, the new data is not entered and the system retains
the previous entry.
Let's draw an example from our typical menu, if you select Option 3 instead of
Option 2, just press and hold Cancel for one second to go back one menu level.
Then you may reposition the cursor next to Option 2 in order to select it.
Option 2 ∆
> Option 3 ∇
Enter > Option 3A
Option 3B
Cancel Option 2 ∆
> Option 3 ∇
U > Option 2 ∆
Option 3 ∇
Enter > Enter Number
Enter Characters ∇
3.1.6: Setting the Current Date
Once you have accessed the Configuration menu and selected the System sub-
menu, move down to Date to see the following date display:
Date
Date=? YYYY/MM/DD
1999/10/29
-
Cursor
The system displays the current date in the YYYY/MM/DD format. For example,
October 29 1999 would read 1999/10/29. The system can display one default date
format.
The cursor underlines the digit to be modified. It points to the last digit in each two-
digit segment in the date sequence. The scrollable digits depend on cursor position.
The following table labels cursor positions:
Y Y Y Y / M M / D D
Cursor position 1 2 3
The next table indicates the digit range accessible to each cursor position.
Cursor Position Scrollable Range
1 range from 1980 to 2099
To prevent erroneous entries, date fields are validated as digits are scrolled. For
example, for the month of April, only digits 01 to 30 are available (not 01 to 31).
To set current date:
• Position the cursor under the last digit of the sequence you wish to
modify by using the T and S buttons. The T button moves the cursor
to the left while the S button moves it to the right.
• Press the U and V scroll buttons to increase or decrease the number.
• Once all digits have been entered correctly, press the Enter button so
as to register current date.
The following example shows how to set the date of November 28, 1999, by using
the typical menu.
Machine Vibration
•••••••••••••----------
Menu > System
Modules ∇
Enter > Date ∆
Time ∇
Enter Date=? YYYY/MM/DD
1998/10/29
-
V Date=? YYYY/MM/DD
1998/10/28
-
T Date=? YYYY/MM/DD
1998/10/28
-
U Date=? YYYY/MM/DD
1998/11/28
-
T Date=? YYYY/MM/DD
1998/11/28
-
U Date=? YYYY/MM/DD
1999/11/28
-
Enter > Date ∆
Time ∇
3.1.7: Setting the Current Time
Once you have accessed the Configuration menu and selected the System sub-
menu, move down to Time to see the following time display:
Time
Time=?
10:10:20
-
Cursor
The system displays the current time in the HH:MM:SS format.

The cursor underlines the digit to be modified. It points to the last digit in each two-
digit segment in the time sequence. The scrollable digits depend on cursor position.
The following table labels cursor positions:
H H : MM: S S
Cursor Position 1 2 3
The next table indicates the digit range accessible to each cursor position.
Cursor Position Scrollable Range

To set current time:

• Position the cursor under the last digit of the sequence you wish to
modify by using the T and S buttons. The T button moves the cursor
to the left while the S button moves it to the right.
• Press the U and V buttons to increase or decrease the number.
• When all digits have been entered correctly, press the Enter button to
register current time.
The following example uses the typical menu to show how to set the time of 10:20:00.
Machine Vibration
•••••••••••••----------
Menu > Option 1
Option 2 ∇
Enter > Date ∆
Time ∇
V Date ∆
> Time ∇
Enter Time=?
11:19:02
-
V Time=?
11:19:01
-
V Time=?
11:19:00
-
T Time=?
11:19:00
-
U Time=?
11:20:00
-
T Time=?
11:20:00
-
V Time=?
10:20:00
-
Enter Date ∆
> Time ∇
3.1.8: Entering a Number
By selecting appropriate options in a typical menu, for the purpose of entering
numbers, you will be presented with the following display:
Enter Number
+ 2.14E+01
-
Base ten exponent 10(1)
Value sign Exponent sign(1)

Cursor
Decimal point
The cursor can be moved only to those positions where numbers can be entered1.
Numeric entry windows are reminiscent of a calculator display. Numbers are entered
in scientific notation with an 11-digit resolution. Base 10 exponent ranges from -99
to + 99. The following table provides examples of scientific notations which can be
entered in the PCU-100:
Number Scientific Notation PCU-100 Notation

+9
2365800000 2.3658X10 + 2.3658E+09
-5
0.0000679 6.79 X 10 + 6.79E-05
100 1.0 X 10+2 + 1.0E+02
+0
0 0 X 10 + 0E+00
The following table lists the characters that can be used in numeric entries.
Numeric Character Set

Space + - . 0 1 2
3 4 5 6 7 8 9
You can enter decimal values by using the period “.”.

When entering a number, a character sign may appear at the end of the first line to
indicate the status of the number displayed.
Character Displayed Number
= Number equals the low or high limit allowed for that entry.
< Invalid number. Number is less than lower limit.
> Invalid number. Number is greater than higher limit.
To enter a number:
• Position the cursor under the number you wish to change by using the
T and S scroll buttons. The T button moves the cursor to the left while
the S button moves the cursor to the right.
1
Exponent values are fixed-position characters.
• Press the U and V scroll buttons to move across the character set for
that entry. The U button moves forward to the next character while the
V button moves backward to the previous character in the set. To enter
a negative or positive number, position the cursor on the sign digit and
use the U and V scroll buttons to toggle between the “+” and “-”
signs.
• Once all entries have been made correctly, press the Enter button to
register the number. Note that number entries that are out of range will
not register.
The following example shows you how to register 0.0123 using a typical menu.
Machine Vibration
•••••••••••••----------
Menu > Option 1
Option 2 ∇
V Option 1
> Option 2 ∇
Enter Characters
Enter Enter Number
+ 2.14E+03
-
V Enter Number
+ 2.13E+03
-
T Enter Number
+ 2.13E+03
-
U Enter Number
+ 2.23E+03
-
T Enter Number
+ 2.23E+03
-
T Enter Number
+ 2.23E+03
-
V Enter Number
+ 1.23E+03
-
T Enter Number
+ 1.23E+03
-
T Enter Number
+ 1.23E+03
-
T Enter Number
+ 1.23E+03
-
V Enter Number
+ 1.23E+02
-
T Enter Number
+ 1.23E+02
-
T Enter Number
+ 1.23E+02
-
U or V Enter Number
+ 1.23E-02
-
Enter Characters
3.1.9: Entering an Alphanumeric String

By selecting appropriate options in a typical menu, for the purpose of entering a
string of both letters and numbers, the following display will appear:
Character string entry area
Enter Character
-
Cursor
The cursor is positioned under a character which can be edited. The default display
may contain an alphanumeric string.
Each alphanumeric string may include up to 20 characters. When entering characters,
all characters from the following table are available.
Alphanumeric Character Set Table
Space ! “ # $ % & ‘ ( )
* + , - . / 0 1 2 3
4 5 6 7 8 9 : ; < =
> ? @ A B C D E F G
H I J K L M N O P Q
R S T U V W X Y Z [
\ ] ^ _ a b c d e f
g h I j k l m n o p
q r s t u v w x y z
{ | } é â à ç ê ë è
ï î û π µ Ω ø ± ≥ ≤
÷ °
To enter an alphanumeric string:

• Move the cursor to the position where you want to enter a character by
using the T and S scroll buttons. The T button moves the cursor to the
left while the S button moves the cursor to the right.
• Press the U and V scroll buttons to move across the character set. The
U button moves forward to the next character while the V button
moves backward to the previous character in the set.
• Once all entries have been made correctly, press the Enter button to
register the character string.
The following shows how to register "STATION MONITOR" using typical menus.
Machine Vibration
•••••••••••••----
> Option 1
Menu Option 2 ∇
Option 1
V > Option 2 ∇
> Enter Number
Enter Enter Characters
Enter Number
V > Enter Characters
Enter Characters
Enter
-
Enter Characters
U A
-
Enter Characters
U B
-
Enter Characters
Keep pressing up S
to the letter "S" -
Enter Characters
S S
-
Enter Characters
U SA
-
Enter Characters
U SB
-
Enter Characters
Keep pressing up ST
to the letter "T" -
Enter Characters
… and so on up to STATION MONITOR
the last character -
Enter Number
Enter > Enter Characters
3.1.10: Selecting a Tag

A tag is a static alphanumeric label identifying selectable PCU features. Each tag,
which may take up to 8 characters, is factory-set for all currently installed or
foreseeable system components. The system has provisions for two types of tags:
analog and digital. The following table runs down the various tags encountered, each
accompanied by a short description.
List Type Description
AOmCHc Analog Analog Output Channel
VImCHc Analog Vibration Input Channel
Vim_Ø Analog Vibration Input Angle
Vim_ACS Analog Vibration Input AC Sum
Vim_S Analog Vibration Input Svector
VImCHcOK Digital Vibration Input Channel OK
1/REV Digital 1/revolution pulse
A O m CH c A x Digital Analog Output Channel Alert
A O m CH c D x Digital Analog Output Channel Danger
PWR_LOW Digital Power Low (Power Failure)
DImCHc Digital Digital Input Channel
POWER_ON Digital Power ON logic output
RACK_BYP Digital Rack Bypass logic output
SYS_OK Digital System OK logic output
LOGIC_0 Digital Logic level 0
AND_x Digital And (logic statement)
OR_x Digital Or (logic statement)
Legend:
m → Input module number
c → Channel number
x → sequential number
To select a tag:
• Press the U and V scroll buttons to scroll through the list of relevant
tags. The U button moves forward to the next tag in the list while the
V moves backward to the previous tag in the list.
• Once you have displayed the tag to be selected, press the Enter button
to register your selection. Note that a star (*) appears next to the
currently selected tag.
3.1.11: Accessing Bargraphs and Acknowledging

Alarms
Bar graphs allows you to view the real-time dynamic behavior of processed data.
Header
Machine1 Value AC
.
1•••••••••| | |
"Danger" Threshold Indicator
Trigger value Indicator
"Alert" Threshold Indicator

Graph Number Bargraph
Peak Hold Indicator
The bargraph has a resolution of 19 segments. It acts as a meter, showing the current
percentage of the range being attained. The boundaries of the graph from 0% to
100%, equal to the lower and higher limits set for that processing channel.
The user can activate twelve bar graphs based on the ten processes available. The
number appearing before each graph identifies the current bar graph selection. Press
the T and S scroll buttons to toggle between bar graphs. The T scroll button displays
the previous bar graph while the S scroll button displays the next bar graph.
The peak hold indicator is a seven-pixel high indicator that remains lit for five
seconds to help visualize a peak value after it has been registered.
The Alert threshold indicator is a static three-pixel segment which represents the
triggering value of the Alert-type alarm along the processing range. This indicator
will remain on-screen for as long as Alert threshold alarm monitoring is enabled.
The Danger threshold indicator is a static five-pixel high segment. It represents the
triggering value of the Danger-type alarm along the processing range. This indicator
will remain on-screen for as long as Danger threshold alarm monitoring is enabled.
The trigger value indicator is a single pixel. It represents the value which triggered
the alarm. The pixel disappears when the latched alarm is acknowledged or as soon as
readings fall below the Alert threshold setting for non-latching alarms.
Indicators turn reverse video (black on white) when the bar graph extends over them.
The headers complement the bar graph with miscellaneous information. Each graph is
accompanied by eleven different headers. To browse between headers, press the U or
V scroll buttons. The U scroll button moves forward to the next header while the V
scroll button moves backward to the previous header.
U The first header is a personalized ID set by the user via the Configuration menu.
It identifies the process associated with the bar graph. Go to page 3.68 for
instructions on how to customize this heading.
Machine1 Value AC
1•••••••••| | |
U The second header shows the numerical value of the bar graph, if the peak
indicator is disabled. However, if the peak indicator is enabled, the header will
display the peak numerical value. Go to page 3.68 for instructions on enabling or
disabling the peak indicator.
Value = 45 um
1•••••••••| | |
U The third header displays the current percentage value of the bar graph along the
processing range.
0% 49% 100%
1•••••••••| | |
U The fourth header indicates the low limit of the processing range. This value
equals to 0% of the bar graph.
0%= 5 um
1•••••••••| | |
U The fifth header indicates the high limit of the processing range. This value
equals to 100% of the bar graph.
100%= 95 um
1•••••••••| | |
U The sixth header displays the Danger threshold value.

Danger=82 um
1•••••••••| | |
U The seventh header displays the Alert threshold value.

Alert=71 um
1•••••••••| | |
U The eighth header shows OK status of the processed vibration input channel. It
includes tag identifiers for the input channel and the condition of that channel:
…OK… ...or not OK.
VI1CH1 =OK VI1CH1 ≠OK

1••••••••• | | 1••••••••• | |
For channels that are the product of calculations performed by the vibration
input module, namely: VIm_S, VIm_Ø and VIm_ACS (where “m” represents the
module number), the header will display the static tag followed by the OK status
for both input channels of the module.
C1≠OK
VI1_S C1≠ C2=OK
1•••••••••| | |
As soon as an alarm event is detected, the bar graph associated with this event is
brought forward. First, the header shows the value which triggered the alarm followed
by either ALT or DGR, depending on whether the value exceeded the Alert or Danger
threshold. Second, a pixel appears on the bar graph to show the value which
triggered the alarm along the measuring range.
Value = 78 um ALT
.
1•••••••••| | |
An alarm condition generates three new headers to profile the alarm event. Those
headers provide time and date stamps as well as the triggering value.
Additional headers are provided for acknowledgment of active alarms. If the alarm is
latched (locked), it can be acknowledged by pressing the Enter button, providing
that the acknowledgment header is displayed. For added safety, an access code must
be entered to confirm alarm acknowledgment.
U The ninth header displays the numerical value which triggered the alarm.
Alrm=78 um
.
1•••••••••| | |
U The tenth header displays the date and time at which the alarm was triggered.
1999/11/23 16:34
.
1•••••••••| | |
U The eleventh header is used for alarm acknowledgment.

Acknowledge Alarm?
.
1•••••••••| | |
Pressing Enter when acknowledging an alarm prompts the following display.
Access Code?
0000
… followed by the acknowledgment confirmation window.
Acknowledge Alarm?
Enter=Yes Cancel=No
3.1.12: Saving Configuration Parameters

Use the PCMCIA card slot to save your configuration parameters on a removable
flash memory card. The procedure described next is strongly recommended as a
safeguard against the unlikely event of a backup power outage, or any other situation
which might lead to a deletion of some or all of your configuration parameters.
This backup feature is also very useful for cloning other PCU-100 units with one
configuration provided that all PCU-100 units sharing the configuration have similar
task module assignments.
This procedure resembles that of saving a file onto a floppy disk inserted in the
floppy drive of a PC computer. In the PCU environment, the configuration
parameters are saved in a .CFG-type file whose full name appears in the
“Identification” setting described on page 3.25. To set or change the configuration
identification filename, access the configuration menu and select as follows:
Configuration → System → Identification.
Proceed as follows to save the configuration parameters:
1. Insert a PCMCIA card into a card slot and access the configuration menu for this
feature in the following sequence:
Configuration → System → Parameters → Save, then press Enter to initiate.
Update
> Save
2. If you are saving this configuration for the first time, that is, you are creating a
file on the PCMCIA card, the following message will appear. Press Enter to
return to the previous menu.
Parameters saved
Press Enter
If configuration parameters have already been saved, that is, a file of the same
identification name already exists on the PCMCIA card, the following prompt
will be displayed. Press Enter to replace or Cancel to return to the previous
menu without making any changes.
Param. already saved

Replace it?
3. If you pressed Enter to replace, the following will be displayed. Press Enter
again to return to the previous menu.
Parameters saved
Press Enter
Remember that if you wish to backup configuration parameters on the PCMCIA card
without overwriting those already saved, simply change the filename by accessing the
“Identification” setting and then repeat the procedure described above.
3.1.13: Updating Configuration Parameters
The PCMCIA card slot allows you to update the configuration parameters. The
update procedure is convenient because it eliminates the task of manually configuring
extra units by cloning a configuration over several PCU-100 units with similar task
module assignments. As well, follow this procedure to restore configuration
parameters after a major firmware upgrade. See page 3.19 for more on the subject.
This procedure is essentially the same as that of retrieving a file from a floppy disk
inserted in the floppy drive of a PC computer. In the case of the PCU-100
environment however, you can only import configuration parameters from a file
whose filename matches the name entered in the “Identification” setting described on
page 3.25. To view the identification filename, access the proper configuration
submenu in the following sequence:
Configuration → System → Identification.
Proceed as follows to update the configuration parameters:
1. Insert a PCMCIA card into a card slot and access the configuration menu for this
feature in the following sequence:
Configuration → System → Parameters → Update
and press Enter to begin the update process.
Date last change

> Update
2. If the PCU-100 unit scans the PCMCIA card and fails to find a file whose name
matches the name provided in the “Identification” setting for the current
configuration, the following prompt is displayed. Press Enter to return to the
previous menu.
File not found

Press Enter
Furthermore, before initiating update, the system software looks for the version
number of the file from which to update. The update can take place if the file
carries the same version number or if only the last digit of the system software
version number has changed.
For example, a PCU-100 unit running version 1.40 of the system software will
not accept updates from a file created with version 1.52. However, the unit will
accept updates from files created with versions 1.41 or 1.42.
Incompatible version will prompt the following message. Press Enter to return
to the previous menu without making any changes to the current configuration.
Incompatible Version
Press Enter
3. Compatible version numbers will prompt the following message. The top line
indicates the date and time of the last change made to the current configuration
while the bottom line displays the date and time at which the configuration file
was saved onto the PCMCIA card. Press Enter to go forward or Cancel to go
back to the previous menu, leaving the current configuration unchanged.
SYS:1999/01/15 13:55
UPD:1999/02/26 11:01
4. Pressing Enter brings up the next prompt in the update procedure. The top line
identifies the task module assignment of the current PCU-100 unit. The bottom
line identifies the task module assignment for the configuration saved on the
PCMCIA card.
SYS:V1A1----N1--R2
UPD:V1A1----N1--R2
If your current task module assignment matches that of the new configuration
file, press Enter to go forward. Otherwise, press Cancel to go back to the
previous menu, leaving the configuration unchanged.
You may update a configuration even if the task module

assignment of the PCU-100 unit does not match that of the
configuration file on the PCMCIA card. However, default values will be
restored for any task module not accounted for in the configuration file.
5. The next prompt is the last warning before the update takes place. As indicated,
press Enter to update or Cancel to return to the previous menu and leave the
configuration unchanged.
Update and Reboot?

Enter=Yes Cancel=No
If, for some reason, you are unwilling to update at this time, pressing Cancel
will prompt the following message:
Param. not Updated

Press Enter
You may now press Enter to return to the Configuration menu with no change
to the current configuration.
6. Pressing Enter initiates the update as indicated by the following prompt. As
soon as configuration transfer is complete, the PCU-100 unit automatically
restarts with the updated configuration parameters.
System Updating
and Rebooting...
3.1.14: Updating System Software (firmware)

From time to time, VibroSystM will inform users on the availability of system
software updates for the PCU-100 unit equipped with a PCMCIA slot. Before going
any further, it is important that users distinguish between minor and major updates.
• a minor update is a file whose version number matches your current
software version except for the last digit. Such would be the case when
updating from version 1.40 to 1.41. Minor updates are often referred to
as "maintenance updates" because they provide bug fixes to minor
problems encountered by users during daily operation of their units;
• a major update is a file whose version differs from your current
software version by more than one digit (ex.: updating version 1.40 to
1.50). In most cases, major updates bring new features to the PCU-100
environment. When performing a major software update, keep a copy of
your configuration parameters on a PCMCIA card as this configuration
must be reloaded following the update. Review paragraphs 3.1.12 and
3.1.13 before performing major system software upgrades.
This procedure is essentially the same as that of adding software to a PC computer
from a floppy disk. Proceed as follows to update the system software:
1. Insert the PCMCIA card into a card slot and access the configuration menu for
this feature in the following sequence:
Firmware → Update
and press Enter to begin the update process.
If no update file is detected on the card, you will be prompted as follows. Simply
press Enter to return to the configuration menu.
> File not found

Press Enter
If update files are found, the display will read as follows:
PCU100R1.41
1999/03/30
12:23
System software update files are identified by their name, as well as by the date
and time of creation. If several software files are present on the card, use the up
(U ) and down (V) arrow buttons to toggle between filename in order to
determine which file is right for your application.
2. Once you have determined the proper firmware update file, select it by pressing
Enter. Press Cancel to return to the Configuration menu with no change to the
software. The following prompt informs that pressing Enter at this point will
initiate the update followed by unattended system reboot.
UPG and Restart
Enter=Yes Cancel=No
If, for some reason, you are unwilling to update the system software at this time,
pressing Cancel will prompt the following message:
Firmware not Updated
Press Enter
Press Enter to go to the Configuration menu with no change to system software.

3. Pressing Enter initiates the update as indicated by the following prompt. After a
short moment, the PCU-100 unit will automatically restart with the updated
software. Look for the new software version number during boot-up sequence.
System Updating
and Rebooting...
After a major update, the configuration is erased, and the PCU-100

unit’s Identification label reverts to “PCU100 1”. Before restoring the
configuration saved on a PCMCIA card (see page 18), be sure to enter
the identification name that matches the filename on the card.
3.1.15: Miscellaneous User Prompts

What follows is a summary of user prompts displayed while accessing the system
software for such purposes as:
• entering configuration parameters;
• enabling task modules;
• saving the system configuration on a PCMCIA card;
• updating the system software (also referred to as firmware);
• accessing the transfer function protected feature.
User Prompt Possible reasons

Module not present You are trying to configure a module which is not installed
Press Enter inside the PCU-100 unit. Press Enter to go back one level.
Not Available You are accessing an item which is not available for
Press Enter configuration or trying to select a tag which has already
been allocated. Press Enter to go back one level.
ID has been changed! You are attempting to change the identification name for
Replace it? the current configuration file. Press Enter to confirm and
register the new identification or Cancel to return to the
configuration menu.
Protected fnt code=? You are accessing factory settings. Contact VibroSystM for
0000 permission to access this configuration feature. Press
Cancel to return to the vibration input channel attributes.
Invalid Access Code You are attempting to access the configuration menu on a
0000 unit protected with an access code. Use the arrow buttons to
select the proper code then press Enter. Otherwise press
Cancel to return to monitoring mode.
Insert PCMCIA card You are attempting to save a configuration, update a

Press Enter configuration or update the system software (firmware) with
no PCMCIA card in the card slot. Insert a card or press
Enter to go back to the Configuration menu.
Other prompts displayed during configuration backup, configuration update and

system update were reviewed in previous paragraphs.
3.1.16: Displaying Task Module Assignment
The system software allows anyone with access to the configuration menu to view the
position of each task module installed on-board the PCU-100 unit The sixteen
character display illustrated next is set by the user during the configuration process.
See step 50 on page 3.31 for step by step configuration.
Hardware P08...01=
V1V2A1--N1R1R2--
The task module assignment display indicates the type and slot number of each task
module by way of a two-character tag for each slot.
Tag Task Module
Vn Vibration Input Module
An Processing and Analog Output Module
Nn Digital I/O and 1/rev Module
rn Internal Relay Module
Rn External Relay Card Unit
-- No Task Module Present in Slot
n = module number
In the above screen display, the task module assignment identified by
V1V2A1--N1R1R2--
reads as follows:
Slot Task Module

P08 Vibration Input Module #1
P07 Vibration Input Module #2
P06 Processing and Analog Output Module #1
P05 No Task Module in Slot
P04 Digital I/O and 1/rev Module #1
P03 External Relay Card Unit #1
P02 External Relay Card Unit #2
P01 No Task Module in Slot
3.2: The Configuration Process
In the previous pages, you have learned how to:
• use the up arrow button (U) to move forward in a list of available
options, or tag choices or scroll up the character set;
• use the down arrow button (V) to move backwards in a list of available
options or tag choices or to scroll down the character set;
• use the left arrow button (T) to move the cursor left of its current
position or to select the previous bar graphs;
• use the right arrow button (S) to move the cursor right of its current
position or to select the next bar graph;
• use the Menu button to toggle between the configuration menu and the
monitoring (bar graph) displays;
• use the Enter button to register a selection or to move forward to the
next menu level;
• use the Cancel button to move back one menu level at a time.
• select a "tag" for each feature configured into your system;
• interpret numbers written in scientific notation;
• use the PCMCIA card slots to save and update a configuration or to
update the system software (firmware).
You may now access the system software and review the configuration by following
the description tables. As indicated earlier, the configuration process breaks down to
the following steps:
• General system parameters;
• Vibration input modules;
• Processing and analog output modules;
• Digital input/output and 1/rev module;
• Internal relay module;
• External relay card;
• Logic parameters;
• Monitoring (bar graph) displays.
You may also consult Appendix C: The VibraWatch Software Menu Structure for a
comprehensive listing of software elements.
3.2.1: General System Parameters
The general system parameters require setting the user language, the conditional
access code, time, and date. Furthermore, depending on the number and type of task
modules installed and the extent of the monitoring, you may enable up to 8 front-
panel LEDs for alarm event and OK status notification.
ALARM LEDs are used to report alarms triggered by excessive process values. As
explained earlier in Chapter 2, processes involve calculations performed on selected
vibration input signals. OK LEDs are intended to notify the user of any fault
occurring on any or all of the vibration input channels during normal monitoring as
faulty input channels are sufficient cause to invalidate reported alarms. Note that
ALARM and OK LEDs are usually matched.
As will be explained later in paragraph 3.2.6: Logic Parameters on page 3.62, any or
all LEDs can be assigned to voting logic which greatly extends the scope of events
that can be reported by the PCU unit.
The table below takes a step-by-step look at configuration of the general parameters.
The "Action" column lists the actual number of keystrokes required to access any
requested menu. The “Comments” column describes and sets the requirements for the
action about to be taken. As well, it gives references to other topics throughout the
configuration process considered relevant for the task The “Menu Contents” column
expands beyond the two-line VFD screen by listing the entire menu being accessed.
Action Comment Menu Contents
Power The startup screen follows the boot-up sequence, after PCU-100 Startup:
the unit is powered on. Tested DRAM xxx

Notice the version number of the system software (also System Loading
referred to as firmware) during boot-up. Take note of Please Wait
this number. You may be asked to provide it if 
requesting technical assistance. PCU-100: v1.60
Running now...

User Configuration
loaded...

VibroSystM Inc.
PCU-100
1 Menu This is the conditional access code display. First time Access code=?
use does not require access code entry. 0000
2 Enter Access this menu to select the first of four main > Language
configuration areas. Configuration
Monitoring
Firmware
3 Enter Select “Français” or “English” as the default user > Français

language. Notice a "*" next to the selection. All English *
software menus will now show in the desired language.
4 Cancel, Hold Cancel to go back one menu level and move Language
V down to the next main configuration area. > Configuration
Monitoring
Firmware
5 Enter This menu gives access to the three configuration > System
options you will be focusing on. Notice the position of Modules
the left arrow. Logic Parameters
6 Enter Access each item of the general system parameter > Identification
configuration menu one by one. Date
Time
Display
Access code
LED
Parameters
Hardware P08...01
485 link address
7 Enter This option allows you to identify the current Identification=?

configuration and to provide a filename for use when VibraWatch
copying onto a PCMCIA card. The configuration will be
saved under that name followed by the extension .CFG.
The default ID may be changed to any alphanumerical
identifier of your choice. Up to 8 characters are allowed.
Use the U and V to scroll through the character table

and S and T to move to the next or previous character.
See also paragraph 3.1.9: Entering an Alphanumeric

String on page 3.11. See also: paragraph 3.1.12:
Saving Configuration Parameters on page 3.17.
8 Enter, Move to the next option in the System configuration Identification

V process. > Date
Time
Display
Access code
LED
Parameters
Hardware P08...01
485 link address
9 Enter Use this screen to set current date using the arrow Date=? YYYY/MM/DD
buttons. Access this menu anytime to recall current 1980/01/01
date. Moreover, alarms are date-stamped. See also
paragraph 3.1.6: Setting the Current Date on page 3.5.

V process. Date
> Time
Display
Access code
LED
Parameters
Hardware P08...01
485 link address
11 Enter Use this screen to set current time using the arrow Time=?
buttons. Access this screen anytime to recall current 00:00:00
time. Moreover, alarms are time-stamped. See also
paragraph 3.1.7: Setting the Current Time on page 3.7.

V process. Date
Time
> Display
Access code
LED
Parameters
Hardware P08...01
485 link address
13 Enter Access this option to adjust the intensity of the VFD Brightness
screen.
14 Enter You may adjust brightness to a higher level for better 25%
viewing in bright areas or keep the default setting. Use 50% *
the U and V buttons to move to the desired level. 75%
100%
Note: Considering that the PCU is expected to remain
powered for extended periods, it is advisable to select a
low setting in order to extend the life of the VFD screen.

Cancel, process. Date
V Time
Display
> Access code
LED
Parameters
Hardware P08...01
485 link address
16 Enter Access this screen to set conditional access code. Use Access code=?
the four arrow buttons to set the four-digit numeric code. 0000
Thereafter you will be asked to enter this code every
time you attempt to access the configuration menu.
If you enable this feature, keep a written record of the

access code in case it is forgotten.
You may also leave this screen unchanged for

unrestricted access to the configuration menu.

V process. Date
Time
Display
Access code
> LED
Parameters
Hardware P08...01
485 link address
18 Enter This is the configuration menu for activation and > Alarm LED1
assignment of the eight (8) front panel LEDs. Alarm LED2
Alarm LED3
Use this menu to assign ALARM LEDs to processed Alarm LED4
output channels for alarm annunciation and OK LEDs to OK LED1
selected vibration input channels for status OK
OK LED2
validation. Go back to Chapter II for a complete
OK LED3
description of each group of LEDs.
OK LED4
Note that ALARM and OK LEDs are NOT restricted to
alarm and OK status annunciation. They can also be
assigned to voting logic for notification on a wide
combination of events. See also paragraph 3.2.6: Logic
Parameters on page 3.62 for more on the subject.
Configure as many LEDs as are required by your

monitoring application.
19 Enter Each LED glows a different color depending on the > Orange
reported event. Red
For "Alarm" LEDs, reported events include:

Green : no alarm;
Orange : Alert threshold reached;
Red : Danger threshold reached.
Access this menu to enable alarm threshold notification.
20 Enter You may enable or leave unchanged. All LEDs are > Disable *
factory-disabled. This condition is indicated by a "*" Enable
next to the selection.
21 V Press Enter to enable. A "*" will appear next to the Disable *

selection the next time it is displayed. > Enable
22 Enter Assign a tag to the enabled LED color. > Tag choice
In short, a tag refers to the label which identifies a

specific system feature such as a vibration input or a
processed analog output. See also paragraph 3.1.10:
Selecting a Tag on page 3.13.
23 Enter The software scans the list of tasks suitable for this Tag choice=?
feature and selects a default tag for the current LED AO1CH1A1 *
selection. Therefore, when configuring "Orange" for
"Alarm LED1", the default tag is "AO1CH1A1". This tag
reads Analog Output module 1, Channel 1, Alert 1.
You may keep this selection as your tag choice for the
Alert threshold or use the U and V arrow buttons to
scroll the list of available tags.
24 Enter, Notice a "*" next to the enabled LED feature. Disable

Cancel, > Enable *
V
25 Enter, Move down to the next threshold indicator for "Alarm Orange
V LED1". > Red
26 Enter, Repeat the LED color enabling sequence. Disable *

V > Enable
27 Enter Assign a tag to the enabled LED color. > Tag choice
28 Enter Recall that the software scans the list of suitable tags > Tag choice=?
and selects a default for the current LED by tracking AO1CH1D1 *
tags already assigned. When configuring "Red" for
"Alarm LED1", the defaul is "AO1CH1D1": Analog
Output module 1, Channel 1, Danger 1.
You should keep this selection as your tag choice for

this alarm threshold. However you may also use the U
and V arrow buttons to scroll the list of available tags.
29 Enter, The same procedure applies to all four Alarm LEDs. Alarm LED1
Cancel Repeat LED color enabling and tag choice selection > Alarm LED2
(three sequence (Steps 18 to 28). Alarm LED3
times), Alarm LED4
V Remember that each static tag is suggested by the OK LED1
system which tracks those already assigned.
OK LED2
OK LED3
OK LED4
30 Repeat Steps 18 to 28.
31 Enter, Go to OK LEDs and configure for visual validation of Alarm LED1

Cancel(t measuring chain integrity (status OK). Alarm LED2
hree Alarm LED3
times), By default, "OK LED1" is paired with input channel 1 of Alarm LED4
V input module 1 and so on. This way, OK LEDs confirm > OK LED1
the electrical integrity of a measuring chain, providing
OK LED2
further validation for alarms triggered by sensor data.
OK LED3
OK LED4
32 Enter Each OK LED glows a different color depending on the > Orange
reported event. Red
For "OK" LEDs, reported events include:

Green : measuring chain OK;
Orange : not used;
Red : faulty measuring chain (status not OK).
33 V Move to "Red". Only this color will be configured in the Orange

current application. This sequence is reminiscent to that > Red
followed during configuration of the "Alarm" LEDs.
34 Enter By default, LED functionality is disabled. > Disable *

Enable
35 V Move down to enable. A "*" will appear next to the Disable *

selected the next time it is displayed. > Enable
36 Enter Assign a feature for notification by this “OK” LED. It this > Tag choice
case, look for vibration input channel tags.
37 Enter The software scans the list of available tags and Tag choice=?
displays the default choice for the current "OK" LED. VI1CH1OK *
Therefore, when configuring "Red" for "OK LED1", the
default choice is "VI1CH1OK" This tag refers to
Vibration Input 1, Channel 1, OK. In other words, this is
a tag for the vibration input channel for sensor #1.
You should keep this selection as your tag choice for

this "OK" LED. Otherwise, use the U and V arrow
buttons to scroll the list of available tags.
38 Enter, The same procedure applies to all four "OK" LEDs. Alarm LED1
Cancel Repeat LED enabling and tag choice selection Alarm LED2
(three sequence (Steps 31 to 39). Alarm LED3
times), Alarm LED4
V Remember that each tag is suggested by the system OK LED1
based on those already assigned.
> OK LED2
OK LED3
OK LED4
39 Repeat Steps 31 to 39

V process. Date
Time
Display
Access code
LED
> Parameters
Hardware P08...01
485 link address
41 Enter This menu allows you to display information specific to > CheckSum
the current configuration. As well, use it to update or Date last change
save the configuration using a PCMCIA card. Update
Save
42 Enter Access this display field to view the hardcoded identifier Checksum=
for the current configuration. The checksum will remain BD63
unchanged for as long as the configuration is not
updated.
This information cannot be edited.
43 Enter, Access this item to display the date at which the CheckSum
V configuration was last changed, either by way of a file > Date last change
update or by way of a change in the configuration Update
parameters using this menu. Save
44 Enter This display cannot be edited. Date last change=

1999/01/31 13:30
45 Enter, Access this menu item to update the configuration using CheckSum
V a file contained on a PCMCIA card. Date last change
> Update
Save
46 Enter This message appears if no card is inserted. Press Insert PCMCIA card
Enter to exit. See paragraph 3.1.13: Updating Press Enter
Configuration Parameters on page 3.18 for more.
47 Enter, Access this menu item to save the configuration onto a CheckSum
V PCMCIA card. Date last change
Update
> Save
48 Enter This prompt is displayed when no card is inserted. Insert PCMCIA card
Insert a card and proceed or press Enter to exit. See Press Enter
paragraph 3.1.12: Saving Configuration Parameters on
page 3.17 for further instructions.
49 Cancel, Access the next item to view the task module Identification
V assuagement, that is, the type and position of the task Date
modules present on-board the PCU-100 unit. Time
Display
Access code
LED
Parameters
> Hardware P08...01
485 link address
50 Enter The current display identifies the following task module Hardware P08...01=
assignment according to their slot position: V1V2A1--N1R1R2--
P08 ........ vibration input module #1

P07 ........ vibration input module #2
P06 ........ processing/analog output module #1
P05 ........ no task module present
P04 ........ digital I/O and 1/rev module #1
P03 ........ external card unit #1
P02 ........ external card unit #2
P01 ........ no task module present
See paragraph 3.1.16: Displaying Task Module

Assignment on page 3.22 for tag description.
51 Cancel, Move down to the last option in the System Identification

V configuration process. Date
Time
Display
Access code
LED
Parameters
Hardware P08...01
> 485 link address
52 Enter As shown, this setting is not designed to be field- Protected fnt code=?
editable since the RS-485 communication address is 0000
factory-set . However, if you are using more than one
PCU-100 unit and are experiencing conflicts between
units trying to communicate data to the controller,
contact VibroSystM for access procedure to this setting.
53 Cancel Return to the top menu level in order to update the Language
(twice) system software using a file contained on a PCMCIA Configuration
card. Monitoring
> Firmware
54 Enter Access “Version” to display the current version number. > Version
Update
55 Enter This screen displays the current version number of the Version=
system software (firmware). Take note of that number 1.60i
as it may be required if requesting technical assistance.
The letter “i” appears next to the version number when

the RS-485 communication interface is installed.
56 Enter, Access this menu item to update the system software Version
V using a file contained on a PCMCIA card. > Update
57 Enter This prompt is displayed when no card is inserted. Insert PCMCIA card
Insert a card and proceed or press Enter to exit. See Press Enter
paragraph 3.1.14: Updating System Software (firmware)
on page 3.19 for software update instructions.
58 Enter, This concludes the configuration procedure for general VibroSystM Inc.
Menu system parameters. PCU-100
3.2.2: Vibration Input Modules
Following configuration of the general parameters, you must customize your
monitoring environment according to the number of vibration input modules and the
type of sensors found at the other end of the measuring chain. The vibration input
modules are dual-channel input boards which acquire the raw sensor signals from
proximity probes (such as the PCS sensor), accelerometers and velocimeters. The
conditioned signals are then sent to the processing and analog output modules. This
configuration involves enabling each sensor input channel and registering the type of
sensor connected to each input port. When reviewing this procedure, remember that
the PCU-100 accepts up to eight sensors and four vibration input modules.
The next table takes a step-by-step look at configuration of the vibration input
module. The "Action" column lists the actual number of keystrokes required to access
any requested menu. The “Comments” column describes and sets the requirements for
the action about to be taken. As well, it identifies other topics in the configuration
process considered relevant for the task The “Menu Contents” column expands
beyond the two-line VFD screen by listing the entire menu being accessed.
Some users may notice that the values used in this exercise do not match their
configuration. Remember that these pages rely on default settings which are suitable
for use with PCS-type sensors. VibroSystM supplies a configuration report which
addresses the particulars of the customer’s requirements with each shipment.
Power The startup screen follows the boot-up sequence, after VibroSystM Inc.
the unit is powered on. PCU-100
1 Menu Use the four arrow buttons to enter the conditional Access code=?
access code. Leave unchanged if no access code was 0000
programmed.
2 Enter, Move down one option to enter the "Configuration" Language

V menu. > Configuration
Monitoring
Firmware
3 Enter, Move down to the "Modules" submenu. System

V > Modules
Logic Parameters
4 Enter This display lists all task modules currently supported > Vibration inputs
by the PCU-100. Analog outputs
Digital I/O 1/Rev
Internal relays
External relays
5 Enter Each PCU supports four vibration input modules. The > Module # 1
unit is shipped with all modules installed. Module # 2
Module # 3
Module # 4
6 Enter, Access this item in order to set this task module’s slot Disable *
V(twice) assignment for display purposes. Enable
> Slot
7 Enter Use the up and down arrow buttons to select an > P01
available slot then press Enter to register slot P02
assignment. P03
P04
The selected slot marked “*” in our example matches P05
the configuration displayed in step 50 on page 3.31. P06
P07
See also paragraph 3.1.16: Displaying Task Module
Assignment on page 3.22. P08 *
8 Enter, Back to the previous screen, select "Enable" to take Disable *

U advantage of the module's functionality. A "*" will > Enable
appear next to the selection the next time it is Slot
displayed.
9 Enter Each vibration input module features two input channels > Channel # 1
which must be configured individually. Channel # 2
Processing
10 Enter, Once again, each channel must be enabled. Disable *

V > Enable
11 Enter This menu lists attributes of the vibration input channel. > Tag
Note that values for the "Low limit", and "High limit" Input range
depend on your choice of sensor which was factory-set. Low limit
As such, they should not be altered. High limit
AC coupling
Fc low-pass (Hz)
Offset
Transfer function
Channel OK
12 Enter Access this item to note the static tag for the selected Tag=
input channel. You may refer to it later. Tag "VI1CH1" VI1CH1 *
stands for Vibration Input Module 1 Channel 1.
13 Enter Then move down to set the input range (in volts) of the Tag
sensor you are assigning to this input channel. > Input range
Low limit
High limit
AC coupling
Fc low-pass (Hz)
Offset
Transfer function
Channel OK
14 Enter Use the up and down arrow keys to select “±10†Volts” ±10 volts
or “±20 Volts” depending on the raw input bandwidth of ±20 volts
your sensor. See manufacturer’s documentation for
actual range.
15 Enter, Back to the vibration input channel attributes menu, Tag

V move down to set the "Low limit" of the measuring Input range
range signal. > Low limit
High limit
AC coupling
Fc low-pass (Hz)
Offset
Transfer function
Channel OK
16 Enter Access each item to view the lower limit of the vibration > Input (Volts)
input expressed in volts, mils or µm. You may also view Input(Syst. Unit)
the low limit output (in volts) available mainly from the BNC Output (Volts)
front BNC connector.
17 Enter The input (volts) represents the minimum raw signal Input (Volts)=?
detected by this vibration input channel. + 1.000000E+00
Note that the range used for this setting was defined
earlier when setting the input range in Step 14.
18 Enter, Move down to view (or set) the actual lower input range Input (Volts)
V in either mils or µm, depending on your preferred unit of > Input(Syst. Unit)
measurement. BNC Output (Volts)
19 Enter This value represents the actual low end of the selected Input(Syst. Unit)=?
sensor's measuring range. Default settings are + 500.000000E+00
expressed in µm.
Note that low limit and high limit settings are

interdependent. Therefore, the actual value for the low
limit sets a ratio of 1:5 to 1:40 000 of the high limit
value. For example: a low limit of 500 µm and a high
limit of 2500 µm account for a ratio of 1:5.
20 Enter, Move down to view (or edit) the raw output equivalent Input (Volts)
V expressed in volts. Input(Syst. Unit)
> BNC Output (Volts)
21 Enter This screen displays a default voltage level of -2VDC for BNC Output (Volts)=?
the low limit signal set for any of the vibration input - 2.000000E+00
channels.
This value represents the electrical equivalent to the

actual measurement. It can be retrieved from the
appropriate rear panel I/O port or front panel BNC
connector with proper metering equipment.
The value should not be changed at this point.

However, as sensors and input modules are added, use
the arrow keys to correct the VDC anywhere in the range
of -20 to 19.999694VDC in order to meet the electrical
requirements of the new measuring chain. Erroneous
values will be marked either "<" or ">". See also Step
28.
22 Enter, Return to the vibration input channel attributes and go Tag

Cancel, down to set the "High limit" of the measuring range Input range
(twice), signal. Low limit
V > High limit
AC coupling
Fc low-pass (Hz)
Offset
Transfer function
Channel OK
23 Enter Access each item to view the higher limit of the > Input (Volts)
measuring range in either volts, mils or µm. You may Input(Syst. Unit)
also view the high limit output (in volts) available mainly BNC Output (Volts)
from the front BNC connector.
24 Enter The input (in volts) represents the maximum raw signal Input (Volts)=?
detected by this vibration input channel. + 9.000000E+00
Note that the range used for this setting was defined
earlier when setting the input range in Step 14. In this
exercise, the minimum voltage of +1 and maximum of
+9 correspond to an input range of +10.
25 Enter, Move down to view (or set) the actual high input range Input (Volts)
V in either mils or µm. > Input(Syst. Unit)
Output (Volts)
26 Enter This value represents the actual high end of the Input(Syst. Unit)=?
selected sensor's measuring range. Default settings are + 2.500000E+03
expressed in µm
Note that low limit and high limit settings are

interdependent. Therefore, the actual value for the high
limit sets a ratio of 1:5 to 1:40 000 of the low limit value.
For example: a low limit of 500 µm and a high limit of
2500 µm account for a ratio of 1:5.
27 Enter, Move down to view (or edit) the output equivalent Input (Volts)
V expressed in volts. Input(Syst. Unit)
> Output (Volts)
28 Enter This screen displays a default voltage of -18VDC for the Output (Volts)=?
high limit signal set for any vibration input channels. - 18.000000E+00
This value represents the electrical equivalent to the

actual measurement. It can be retrieved from the
appropriate rear panel I/O port or front panel BNC
connector with proper metering equipment.
The value should not be changed at this point.

However, as new sensors and vibration input modules
are added, you can use the arrow keys to correct the
VDC anywhere in the range of -20 to 19.999694VDC in
order to meet the electrical requirements of the new
measuring chain. Erroneous values will be marked
either "<" or ">".
29 Enter, Return to the vibration input channel attributes and Tag

V move down to enable "AC coupling" if you wish to Input range
retrieve a vibration signal from a velocimeter or Low limit
accelerometer assigned to this input channel. High limit
> AC coupling
Fc low-pass (Hz)
Offset
Transfer function
Channel OK
30 Enter, Because our example makes use of default settings Disable *

V which apply to the PCS sensor, this feature is factory > Enable
disabled.
31 Enter Once enabled, set the frequency high-pass filter for the Fc high-pass (Hz)
AC coupling feature.
32 Enter Consult Appendix B to understand where this filter Fc high-pass (Hz)=?

comes into play then set according to your application + 0.100000E+00
using the four arrow keys.
33 Enter, Move down to set the low-pass filter for the maximum Tag
Cancel, admissible frequency of the vibration input signal to be Input range
(twice), monitored. Low limit
V High limit
AC coupling
> Fc low-pass (Hz)
Offset
Transfer function
Channel OK
34 Enter Use the four arrow keys to set the low-pass filter. The Fc low-pass (Hz)=?
100 Hz default setting means that vibration higher than + 100.000000E+00
100 Hz will be filtered. Consult the technical
specifications of your sensing device for this setting.

V move down to set the offset of the measuring range. Input range
Low limit
You must configure this attribute if you are using a High limit
proximity probe and wish to measure displacement. For AC coupling
example, if the sensor is mounted on protruding
Fc low-pass (Hz)
brackets, then thickness of the bracket must be
> Offset
accounted for and added to the actual displacement
Transfer function
readings.
Channel OK
36 Enter Move to set the offset (expressed in volts). d (Volts)
37 Enter No standard offset can be determined in factory given d (Volts)=?

the variety of sensors and mounting brackets. + 0.000000E+00

Cancel move down to the next option. Input range
(twice), Low limit
V
High limit
AC coupling
Fc low-pass (Hz)
Offset
> Transfer function
Channel OK
39 Enter This configuration item is protected. Transfer functions Protect fnt code=?
are factory-set to the type of vibration input modules 0000
currently available.
Contact VibroSystM for further technical assistance.
40 Cancel, Move down to the last item in order to enable channel Tag
V OK for OK status confirmation. Input range
Low limit
High limit
AC coupling
Fc low-pass (Hz)
Offset
Transfer function
> Channel OK
41 Enter, Enable this feature to take advantage of channel OK Disable *

V notification on the current input channel. A "*" will > Enable
appear next to the new selection the next time it is
displayed.
42 Enter Access this item to view the static tag for this feature. > Tag
43 Enter The tag VI1CH1OK refers to Vibration Input 1, Channel Tag=

1, OK. Take note of this tag, you may refer to it later. VI1CH1OK
44 Enter, Repeat Steps 10 to 43 to configure vibration input Channel # 1

Cancel channel 2. > Channel # 2
(four Processing
times),
V
45 V Once you have configured both input channels, move to Channel # 1

“Processing” to enable one of the two calculations that Channel # 2
can be performed by the vibration input module. > Processing
46 Enter Select “Resultant Vector” in order to monitor Svector > Resultant Vector
readings from two proximity sensors. See Chapter 2 for AC sum
more on the subject. None *
47 Enter Select each item to view the static tags involved in this > Angle Tag
calculation. S Tag
The resultant vector allows you to display angle (Ø)

information from the x-axis sensor and Svector
information from the y-axis sensor on the screen of an
oscilloscope. Refer to Step 53, page 3.46 for further
Smax configuration and to Chapter II for hardware
requirements and principle of operation.
48 Enter “VI1_ Ø” stands for Vibration Input 1, angle. It Angle Tag=

represents the static tag identifier for the angle value VI1_Ø
which takes into account the use of a synchronization
signal.
49 Enter, Move down to view the Svector tag. Angle Tag

V > S Tag
50 Enter “VI1_S” represents the static tag for the Svector S Tag=
reading. Note this tag if you wish to process this VI1_S
information further into Smax values. See Step 55 on
page 3.46 to see where this tag comes into play.
51 Enter, Select “AC sum” if you want the PCU to calculate the Resultant Vector *
Cancel, AC summation from two compatible sensors. > AC sum
V None
52 Enter Proceed to view the static tag for this virtual channel. AC sum tag
53 Enter This static tag stands for Vibration Input Module 1 AC AC sum tag=
Sum. VI1_ACS
54 Enter, If your monitoring application does not involve Svector or Resultant Vector
Cancel, AC sum readings, you should select “None”. This will AC sum *
V free processing power for other applications. > None
Further processing of the vibration signals is available

by selecting a process available through the processing
and analog output module. See Step 14 on page 3.41
for selection.
55 Enter Before leaving this area, make sure that both channels Channel # 1
have been configured. Channel # 2
> Processing
56 Cancel Repeat Steps 9 through 55 to configure additional Module # 1

(twice) vibration input modules. > Module # 2
Module # 3
Module # 4
57 Enter, This concludes the configuration procedure for the VibroSystM Inc.
Menu vibration input module. PCU-100
3.2.3: Processing and Analog Output Module
Configuration of the processing and analog output module usually follows that of the
vibration input module since its purpose is to further process sensor signals. This
module provides four input channels and four output signals. Each output, or
processed signal can be viewed in real-time on the VFD screen or displayed on user
equipment, such as an oscilloscope, connected to the rear panel output ports for that
module. Refer to Chapter 2 to understand the role of the processing and analog output
module in the system.
The following table takes a step-by-step look at configuration of the processing and
analog output module. The "Action" column lists the actual number of keystrokes
required to access any requested menu. The “Comments” column describes and sets
the requirements for the action about to be taken. As well, it gives references to other
topics in the configuration process considered relevant for the task The “Menu
Contents” column expands beyond the two-line VFD screen by listing the entire
menu being accessed.
Some users may notice that the values used in this exercise do not match their
configuration. Remember that these pages rely on default settings which are suitable
for use with PCS-type sensors. VibroSystM supplies a configuration report which
addresses the particulars of the customer’s requirements with each shipment.
programmed.
2 Enter, Access the "Configuration" menu to configure task Language

V modules. > Configuration
Monitoring
Firmware
3 Enter, All task modules are listed under the "Modules" System
V submenu. > Modules
Logic Parameters
4 Enter, This screen lists all task modules currently supported Vibration inputs
V by the PCU-100. Access the "Analog outputs" once all > Analog outputs
vibration input modules have been properly configured. Digital I/O 1/Rev
Internal relays
External relays
5 Enter The system supports three processing and analog > Module # 1
output modules. Configure as many as you need. Module # 2
Module # 3
> Slot
7 Enter Use the up / down arrow buttons to select an available > P01
slot then press Enter to register slot assignment. P02
P03
P06 *
See also paragraph 3.1.16: Displaying Task Module P07
P08
Assignment on page 3.22.
8 Enter, You must now enable the module to access its features. Disable *
U A "*" will appear next to the new selection the next time > Enable
it is displayed. Slot
9 Enter The processing and analog output module features four > Channel # 1
processed output channels. Each channel must be Channel # 2
configured individually. Channel # 3
Channel # 4
10 Enter, Select "Enable" to take advantage of the module's Disable *

V functionality. A "*" will appear next to the selection the > Enable
next time it is displayed
11 Enter This menu lists all features and properties of the > Tag
processing and analog output channel. In most cases, Processing
only the "Processing" and "Alarm" items may require Alarm
user access. Low limit
High limit
System unit
Decimal fix
12 Enter Access this item to note the static tag for the selected Tag=
processing channel. You will refer to it later. Tag A01CH1 *
"AO1CH1" reads Analog Output Module 1, Channel 1.
13 Enter, Move down to "Processing". The selected process will Tag

V determine the values entered for additional features of > Processing
this output channel. The affected features include: Alarm
Alarm, Low limit
System Unit, High limit
Low / High limit. System unit
Decimal fix
14 Enter Assign a process for each vibration input signal. One > Raw signal
process can be selected for each output channel. A "*" DC value
will mark the selected process once it is configured. AC value
Average value
Processed information can be accessed in monitoring RMS
mode by selecting the appropriate bar graph display. Peak Value
None
Maximum value
Select "Raw signal" if you want to display the raw
Airgap value
sensor signal. Note that "Raw signal" and "None" differ
Peak-to-Peak val.
only by the use of a low-pass filter.
example:
X (t)
Appendix B: Process Overview breaks down each

process into its basic components and illustrates the
calculations performed on the input signal.
15 Enter Access "Tag choice" to select the vibration input tag of > Tag choice
the sensor whose raw signal you wish to monitor. Fc low-pass (Hz)
16 Enter The tag choice suggested by the system for process Tag choice=?
selection is “VI1CH1!. It stands for Vibration Input VI1CH1 *
Module 1, Channel 1. If you are accessing the process
menu for the first time, you may leave unchanged, so
as to assign this process to the first available vibration
input channel. Otherwise, use the U and V arrow
buttons to scroll through the list of available sensor
tags.
17 Enter, Move down to set the low-pass filter for this process. Tag choice *
V > Fc low-pass (Hz)
18 Enter For the "Raw signal" process, the low-pass filter is set Fc low-pass (Hz)=?
to a default 1 kHz. You may change the bandwidth by + 1.000000E+03
using the four arrow buttons.
The low-pass filter can be set from 200 Hz to 4000 Hz.

Values outside this range will be marked "<" or ">".
19 Enter, Select this process if you want to isolate the DC Raw signal *
Cancel, component of the vibration signal. > DC value
V AC value
See Appendix B to identify this process. Average value
RMS
Peak Value
None
Maximum value
Airgap value
Peak-to-Peak val.
20 Enter Access the first option to select a tag for the sensor > Tag choice
assigned to the "DC value" process. Fc low-pass (Hz)
21 Enter This tag choice reads Vibration Input Module 1, Tag choice=?
Channel 1. In our exercise (see Step 16), this input tag VI1CH1 *
has been assigned to another process. Use the U and
V buttons to scroll the list of available sensor tags
22 Enter, Move down to set the low-pass filter for this process. Tag choice *
V > Fc low-pass (Hz)
23 Enter For the "DC value" process, the low-pass filter is set to Fc low-pass (Hz)=?
a default 0.1 Hz. You may change the bandwidth by + 0.100000E+00
The low-pass filter can be set from 0.02 Hz to 200 Hz.

24 Enter, Select this process if you want to monitor the AC Raw signal
Cancel, component of the vibration input signal. DC value *
V > AC value
See Appendix B to identify this process. Average value
RMS
Peak Value
None
Maximum value
Airgap value
Peak-to-Peak val.
assigned to the "AC value" process. Fc high-pass (Hz)
Fc low-pass (Hz)
26 Enter The tag choice reads Vibration Input Module 1, Channel Tag choice=?
1. As our exercise shows (see Step 16), this tag has VI1CH1 *
been assigned to another process. Use the U and V
buttons to scroll the list of available sensor tags.
27 Enter, Move down to set the first of two band-pass filters. Tag choice *
V > Fc high-pass (Hz)
Fc low-pass (Hz)
28 Enter For the "AC value" process, the high-pass filter is set to Fc high-pass (Hz)=?
a default 0.1 Hz. You may change the bandwidth by + 0.100000E+00
The high-pass filter can be set from 0.02 Hz to 1000 Hz.

Any value outside this range will be marked "<" or">".
29 Enter, Move down to set the second of two band-pass filters. Tag choice *
V Fc high-pass(Hz) *
> Fc low-pass (Hz)
30 Enter For the "AC value" process, the low-pass filter is set to Fc low-pass (Hz)=?
a default 1 kHz. You may change the bandwidth by + 1.000000E+03
The low-pass filter can be set from 200 Hz to 4000 Hz.

31 Enter, Select this process if you want to monitor the average Raw signal
Cancel, value of the vibration input signal. DC value
V AC value *
> Average value
X (t)
RMS
Peak Value
None
Maximum value
Airgap value
Peak-to-Peak val.
XAverage
See also Appendix B to identify process components.
assigned to the "Average value" process. Fc high-pass (Hz)
Time Ct (Sec)
33 Enter The tag choice reads Vibration Input Module 1, Channel Tag choice=?
1. As our exercise shows (see Step 16), this tag has VI1CH1 *
been assigned to another process. Use the U and V
buttons to scroll the list of available sensor tags.
34 Enter, Move down one option to set the high-pass filter. Tag choice *
V > Fc high-pass (Hz)
Time Ct (Sec)
35 Enter For the "Average value" process, the high-pass filter is Fc high-pass (Hz)=?
set to a default 0.1 Hz. You may change the bandwidth + 0.100000E+00
by using the four arrow buttons.

Values outside this range will be marked "<" or">".
36 Enter, Move to the last option in order to set the filtering Tag choice *
V constant. Fc high-pass(Hz) *
> Time Ct (Sec)
37 Enter The filtering constant is set to a default 1 sec. Enter a Time Ct (Sec)=?
shorter or longer time constant using the arrow buttons. + 1.000000E+00
Admissible values range from 0.2 ms to 8 secs. Values

outside this range will be "<" or ">".
38 Enter, Select this process if you want to monitor the RMS Raw signal
V AC value
Average value *
X (t)
> RMS
Peak Value
None
Maximum value
XRMS Airgap value
Peak-to-Peak val.
XAverage
39 Enter Access the first option to select a tag for the vibration > Tag choice
input assigned to the "RMS" process. Fc High-pass (Hz)
Rise time (Sec)
Decay time (Sec)
Channel 1. As our exercise shows (see Step 16), this VI1CH1 *
tag has been assigned to another process. Use the U
and V buttons to scroll the list of available sensor tags
41 Enter, Move down to set the frequency high-pass filter. Tag choice *
V > Fc High-pass (Hz)
Rise time (Sec)
Decay time (Sec)
42 Enter For the "RMS" process, the high-pass filter is set to a Fc high-pass (Hz)=?
default 0.1 Hz. You may change the bandwidth by using + 0.100000E+00
the four arrow buttons.

Values outside this range will be marked "<" or">".
43 Enter, Move down one option to set rise time. Tag choice *
V Fc High-pass(Hz) *
> Rise time (Sec)
Decay time (Sec)
44 Enter Access this screen to set the proper rise time. The Rise time (Sec)=? =
default value is 0.795 ms with the "=" symbol appearing + 0.000795E+00
next to the "?" mark.
Rise time may be extended by using the four arrow

buttons. Note that shorter times improve resolution.
Admissible values range from 0.2 ms to 8 s. Values
outside this range are marked "<" or">".
45 Enter, Move down to the last option, to set decay time. Tag choice *
V Fc High-pass (Hz)*
Rise time (Sec) *
> Decay time (Sec)
46 Enter Access this screen to set the proper decay time. The Decay time (Sec)=?
default time value is set to 1 sec. + 1.000000E+00
Use the arrow buttons to change decay time. This is the

amount of time during which the maximum processed
value will be retained. Shorter times improve resolution.
Admissible values range from 0.025 to 40 s. Out-of-
range values are marked "<" or">".
47 Enter, Select this process if you want to monitor the peak Raw signal
V AC value
Average value
X (t)
RMS *
> Peak Value
None
XRMS Maximum value
XPeak Airgap value
Peak-to-Peak val.
XAverage
48 Enter "Peak value" and "RMS" share the same variables. You > Tag choice
must select a tag for the sensor assigned to the Fc high-pass (Hz)
process, and set the rise/decay time and high-pass Rise time (Sec)
filter. See Appendix B to distinguish these processes. Decay time (Sec)
49 To configure this process, repeat Steps 40 to 46.
50 Enter, Select "None" to let sensor signal pass through without Raw signal
Cancel, further processing. The output of this channel will DC value
V depend on calculations selected earlier during AC value
configuration of the vibration input channel. See Step Average value
46 on page 3.37 for the list of selectable calculations. RMS
Peak Value *
> None
For a given sensor, the output will be equal to that
Maximum value
generated by the "Raw signal" process option minus the
Airgap value
low-pass filter. See Appendix B to identify this process. Peak-to-Peak val.
51 Enter Select a tag for the input channel assigned to this > Tag choice
process.
Available tags include vibration input channels but also

virtual channels such as VI1_S and VI1_ACS. This
allows to view Svector or absolute vibrations on the VFD
screen during monitoring.
53 Enter, Select this process if you want to output the maximum Raw signal
Cancel, value (or Smax) using a combination of sensor signals. DC value
V AC value
If you intend to select “Maximum value” make sure you Average value
have selected “Resultant vector” earlier when RMS
configuring the vibration input module which connects Peak Value
to the two sensors involved in this calculation. Refer to None *
> Maximum value
Step 46 on page 3.37 for further instructions.
Airgap value
Peak-to-Peak val.
See also Appendix B to identify this process.
54 Enter Access “Tag choice” to select the virtual channel tag > Tag choice
assigned to calculation of the resultant vector. Rise time (Sec)
Decay time (Sec)
55 Enter The default tag VI1CH1, inappropriate for this process, Tag choice=?
appears every time a new process is called. Therefore VI1CH1 *
use the U and V arrow buttons to scroll the list of
available input tags until you reach VIm_S which reads
Vibration Input (module number) Svector.
If the VIm_S tag is not in the list, go back to Step 46 on

page 3.37 to enable “Resultant Vector”. Then notice the
tag under “S Tag”.
V > Rise time (Sec)
Decay time (Sec)
57 Enter Access this item to set the proper rise time. The default Rise time (Sec)=?
time value is set to 0.001 ms. + 0.001000E+00
Rise time may be changed by using the four arrow

58 Enter Move down to the last option required for configuration Tag choice *
of the Smax process. Rise time (Sec) *
> Decay time (Sec)
default time value is set to 1.0 sec. + 1.000000E+00
You may set a different decay time using the arrow

60 Enter, Select this process if you require air gap parameter Raw signal
Cancel, protection using a VM 3.12, VM 3.2 or VM 5.0 sensor DC value
V connected to the associated input channel. AC value
Average value
Note that when the PCU-100 unit is set to monitoring RMS
mode, the bargraph for the airgap value process will Peak Value
display decreasing values as opposed to increasing None
Maximum value *
values for all other processes.
> Airgap value
Peak-to-Peak val.
61 Enter Access this item to select the tag identifying the input > Tag choice
channel connected to an air gap sensor. Rise time (Sec)
Decay time (Sec)
62 Enter The default tag choice reads Vibration Input Module 1, Tag choice?
V > Rise time (Sec)
Decay time (Sec)
64 Enter Access this screen to set the proper rise time. The Rise time (Sec)=? =
default time value is set to 0.795 ms with the "=" symbol + 0.000795+00
appearing next to the "?" mark.
Rise time may be extended by using the four arrow

65 Enter, Move down to set the decay time. Tag choice *

V Rise time (Sec) *
> Decay time (Sec)
default time value is set to 1 sec. + 1.000000E+00
You may set a different decay time using the arrow

buttons. This setting determines the amount of time
during which the minimum air gap measurement value
will be retained. Admissible values range from 0.025 s
to 40 s. Values outside this range are marked "<" or">".
67 Enter, Select this process if you want to monitor the peak-to- Raw signal
Cancel, peak value of the vibration input signal. DC value
V AC value
X (t)
Average value
RMS
Peak Value
None
Maximum value
Airgap value *
> Peak-to-Peak val.
XPeak-Peak
68 Enter "Peak-to-peak value", "Peak value" and "RMS" share > Tag choice
the same variables. You must therefore select a tag for Fc high-pass (Hz)
the sensor assigned to the process, and set the Rise time (Sec)
rise/decay time and high-pass filter. See above graphs Decay time (Sec)
to distinguish between processes.
69 To configure this process, repeat Steps 40 to 46.
70 Enter, Individual processes have been reviewed and activated Raw signal
Cancel in sequence. You may now return to the processing and DC value
analog output channel feature list. AC value
Average value
RMS
Peak Value
None
Maximum value
Airgap value
> Peak-to-Peak val.*
71 Cancel, Once you have configured a process for this analog Tag
V output channel, you may access the "Alarm" menu Processing
option to configure alarm thresholds so that the PCU- > Alarm
100 can report dangerous conditions during monitoring. Low limit
High limit
System unit
Decimal fix
72 Enter Each threshold must be configured individually. Access > Alert

“Alert” to configure the low priority alarm threshold. Danger
Type
73 Enter, Select "Enable" to take advantage of this functionality. Disable *

V A "*" will appear next to the selection the next time it is > Enable
displayed.
74 Enter This list runs down the variables involved in the > Tag
configuration of the Alert alarm threshold. Thresholds
Hysteresis (%)
Delay
Latched
75 Enter Access this item to take note of the static tag for the Tag=
Alert alarm threshold. You will refer to it later. A01CH1A1
Note that tag "AO1CH1A1" is an extension of a

previously selected tag (see Step 12), namely:
"AO1CH1". "AO1CH1A1 reads: Analog Output Module
1, Channel 1, Alert 1.
76 Enter, Move to the next option required to configure the Alert Tag
V alarm threshold. > Thresholds
Hysteresis (%)
Delay
Latched
77 Enter, Access "Threshold DI=1" to set a single Alert level > Threshold DI=1 *
V triggering value. Access both thresholds if your wish to Threshold DI=0 *
use the Threshold set selection logic input feature
configured in Step 5 on page 3.63.
This dual threshold adds flexibility to your monitoring

environment by allowing toggling between two sets of
Alert and Danger thresholds so as to safeguard
against irrelevant alarms.
78 Enter A default value of 1900 µm has been set as the Threshold DI=1=?
triggering value for the Alert threshold. It is a suitable +1.900000E+03
threshold for a sensor range of 500 to 2500 µm. You
may change this value using the four arrow buttons.
79 Enter, Move down to ”Threshold DI=0” if your wish to use the Threshold DI=1 *
V Threshold set selection feature which enables remote > Threshold DI=0 *
switching between two Alert threshold settings.
80 Enter The default value of 1900 µm has already been Threshold DI=0=?
assigned as the triggering value for DI=1 which is the +1.900000E+03
reference Alert threshold. Set a higher or lower setting
depending on whether you wish to extend or reduce the
area of the measuring range with no alarm reporting.
Note that DI=0 Alert threshold pairs with DI=0 Danger

threshold which will be configured a few steps down.
81 Enter, Move down to set the Hysteresis value for this alarm Tag
Cancel, threshold. Thresholds
V > Hysteresis (%)
Delay
Latched
82 Enter "Hysteresis" represents a percentage of the measuring Hysteresis (%)=?

range below the Alert threshold value. In practice, an + 5.000000E+00
Alert condition will be canceled only if and when
readings fall below the Hysteresis value (%). This
setting is used to blank out noise in the sensor signal
and is valid for both Alert thresholds.
Hysteresis is set to a default 5%. You may change this

setting using the four arrow buttons. Admissible values
range from 0% to 20%. Values outside this range are
labeled "<" or">" next to the "?" mark.
83 Enter, Move down to set the time delay allowed before Tag
V triggering of the Alert alarm. Thresholds
Hysteresis (%)
> Delay
Latched
84 Enter Select “Time delay” to determine the amount of time > Time delay (Sec)*
during which reading exceeds alarm threshold before Number of Rev.
an alarm can be reported. This is the default setting for
all processes except for “Airgap value”.
85 Enter "Time delay" refers to the amount of time (in seconds) Time delay (Sec)=?
allowed before an alarm is triggered once readings + 1.000000E+00
have reached and remained above the Alert threshold.
The default 1 second may be changed using the arrow

buttons. Admissible values range from 0 to 300
seconds. Out-of-range values are marked "<" or">".
86 Enter, If you set “Airgap value” earlier as the process for this Time delay (Sec)*
V output channel, select “Number of Rev.”. > Number of Rev.
87 Enter The number of revs sets the number of consecutive Number of Rev.=?
machine rotations during which air gap values must + 1.000000E+00
remain below the Alert threshold level before an Alert
level alarm is triggered. The PCU-100 detects alarm
values at a minimum rate of 0.5 rotations/sec and a
maximum of 20 rotations/sec. Furthermore, if an alarm
value is recorded half-way during a rotation, it will be
maintained for the entire duration of the rotation.
The default is set to 1 rev. per second. However, this

value may be changed using the arrow buttons.The
number of revolutions set for Alert must not exceed the
number of revolutions set for Danger.
88 Enter, Move down to the last option required for configuration Tag
Cancel, of the Alert alarm threshold. Thresholds
V Hysteresis (%)
Delay
> Latched
89 Enter Alarms are "latched" by default as indicated by a "*" > Disable

next to the selection. Leave the "Latch" feature enabled Enable *
if you want alarm signals to lock on and remain active
until they are manually acknowledged.
Select "Disable" if you want alarms to trigger on and off

as measurement values change.
90 Enter, Move down to configure the high priority "Danger" Alert

Cancel threshold. > Danger
(twice), Type
V
91 Enter, Select "Enable" to take advantage of this functionality. Disable *

V A "*" will appear next to the selection the next time it is > Enable
displayed.
92 Enter Once again, this list runs down the variables required > Tag
for configuration of the Danger alarm threshold. Thresholds
Hysteresis (%)
Delay
Latched
93 Enter Access this item to take note of the static tag for the Tag=
Danger alarm threshold. You will refer to it later. A01CH1D1
Notice that the system has moved up to the next logical

choice for the Danger alarm threshold. "AO1CH1D1
reads: Analog Output Module 1, Channel 1, Danger 1.
94 Enter, Move to the next option required for configuration of the Tag
V Danger alarm threshold. > Thresholds
Hysteresis (%)
Delay
Latched
95 Enter Access "Threshold DI=1" to set a single Danger level > Threshold DI=1 *
triggering value. Access both thresholds if your wish to Threshold DI=0 *
use the Threshold set selection logic input feature
configured in Step 5 on page 3.63.
This dual threshold adds flexibility to your monitoring

environment by allowing toggling between two sets of
Alert Danger thresholds so as to safeguard against
irrelevant alarms.
96 Enter A default value of 2200 µm has been set as the Threshold DI=1=?
triggering value for the Danger threshold. It is a suitable +2.200000E+03
threshold for a sensor range of 500 to 2500 µm.
However, you may change this value using the four
arrow buttons.
97 Enter, Move down to ”Threshold DI=0” if your wish to use the Threshold DI=1 *
V Threshold set selection feature which enables remote > Threshold DI=0 *
switching between two Danger threshold settings.
98 Enter The default 2200 µm has been assigned as the Threshold DI=0=?
triggering value for DI=1 which is the reference Danger +2.200000E+03
threshold. Use arrow keys to set higher or lower value.
Remember that DI=-0 Danger threshold is paired with

the DI=0 Alert threshold configured a few steps back.
99 Enter, Move down to set the Hysteresis value for this alarm Tag
Cancel, threshold. Type
V > Hysteresis (%)
Delay
Latched
100 Enter "Hysteresis" is a percentage of the measuring range Hysteresis (%)=?

below the Danger threshold. An alarm condition is + 5.000000E+00
canceled only when readings fall below the Hysteresis
value (%). This setting is used to blank noise in sensor
signal and is valid for both Danger thresholds.
The default value is 5%. You may change this setting

using the arrow buttons. Admissible values range from
0% to 20%. Out-of-range values are marked "<" or">".
101 Enter, Move down to set the time delay allowed before Tag
V triggering of the Danger alarm threshold. Thresholds
Hysteresis (%)
> Delay
Latched
102 Enter The unit is set to “Time delay” for all processes except > Time delay (Sec)*
for “Airgap value”. Number of Rev.
103 Enter "Time delay" is the amount of time (in seconds) allowed Time delay (Sec)=?
before an alarm is triggered once readings have + 10.000000E+00
reached and remained above the Danger threshold.
The default 10 seconds may be changed using the

arrow buttons. Admissible values range from 0 to 300
seconds. Out-of-range values are marked "<" or">".
104 Enter If you set “Airgap value” earlier as the process for this Time delay (Sec)*
output channel, select “Number of Rev.”. > Number of Rev.
105 Enter, The number of revs sets the number of consecutive Number of Rev.=?
V machine rotations during which air gap values must + 1.000000E+00
remain below the Danger threshold level before a
Danger level alarm is triggered. The PCU-100 detects
alarm values at a minimum rate of 0.5 rotations/sec and
a maximum of 20 rotations/sec. Furthermore, if an
alarm value is recorded half-way during a rotation, it will
be maintained for the entire duration of the rotation.
The default is set to 1 rev. per second. However, this

value may be changed using the arrow buttons. The
number of revolutions set for Danger must not be
smaller than the number of revolutions set for Alert.
106 Enter Move down to the last option required for configuration Tag
of the Danger threshold. Thresholds
Hysteresis (%)
Delay
> Latched
107 Enter Alarms are latched by default as indicated by a "*" next > Disable
to the selection. Leave the "Latch" feature enabled if Enable *
you want alarm signals to lock on and remain active
until they are manually acknowledged.
Disable if you want alarms to trigger on and off as

measurement values change.
108 Enter, Move down to select the type of alarm that best Alert
Cancel matches the process configured for this channel. Danger
(twice), > Type
V
109 Enter For all processes except “Airgap value”, the type of > Increase *
alarm is factory-set to “Increase” because it is assumed Decrease
that an alarm condition is met when a processed value
has increased to the Alert or Danger threshold.
For the “Airgap value” process, the type of alarm is set

by default to “Decrease” because it is assumed that an
alarm condition is met when a processed value has
decreased to the Alert or Danger threshold. You may
however use the UP and DOWN arrow buttons to
manually change this default selection.
110 Enter, Back to the analog output channel feature list, move Tag
Cancel, down to set the low limit values for both output and Processing
V display range for this analog output channel. Alarm
> Low limit
High limit
System unit
Decimal fix
111 Enter Access "Output (mA)" to set the low limit of the > Output (mA)
electrical output for the current output channel. Display
112 Enter The PCU's analog output channels are rated at a Output (mA)=? =
minimum of 4 mA and a maximum of 20 mA. Use the + 4.000000E+00
arrow keys to set values within that range. Erroneous
values are marked "<" or">", limit values by "=".
113 Enter, Move down to set the display equivalent to the analog Output (mA)
V output. > Display
114 Enter This default value sets the lower limit of the bargraph Display=?
scale for the output channel. The display value is + 0.000000E+00
proportional to the corresponding analog (mA) setting.
You may accept this value or set a new value using the
arrow buttons.
115 Enter, Move down to set the high limit values for both electrical Tag
Cancel, output and display ranges for this analog output Processing
V channel. Alarm
Low limit
> High limit
System unit
Decimal fix
116 Enter Access "Output (mA)" to set the high limit of the > Output (mA)
electrical output for the current output channel. Display
117 Enter The PCU's analog output channels are rated at a Output (mA)=? =
minimum of 4 mA and a maximum of 20 mA. Use the + 20.000000E+00
arrow keys to set values within that range. Erroneous
values are marked "<" or">", limit values by "=".
118 Enter, Move down to set the display equivalent to the analog Output (mA)
V output. > Display
119 Enter This default value sets the higher limit of the bargraph Display=?
scale for the output channel. The display value is + 2.500000E+03
proportional to the corresponding analog (mA) setting.
You may accept this value or set a new value using the
arrow buttons.
120 Enter, Back to the analog output channel feature list, move Tag
Cancel down to set the proper system unit. Processing
(three Alarm
times), Low limit
V High limit
> System unit
Decimal fix
121 Enter Set the unit of measurement for the process selected. System unit=?
This setting is for display only. µm
Use the U and V buttons to scroll through the

character set and the T and S buttons to move the
cursor left and right of its current position.
122 Enter, Move down to set the decimal fix for the displayed Tag
V numerical values. Processing
Alarm
Low limit
High limit
System unit
> Decimal fix
123 Enter "Decimal fix" refers to the number of digits displayed > 0 *
after the decimal point. The default "0" can be extended 1
to "3" moving to the selection using the V arrow button. 2
3
124 Cancel You have completed configuration of an output channel. > Module # 1
(six Configure all channels required by your applications Module # 2
times) keeping in mind the number of available channels. Module # 3
3.2.4: Digital I/O and 1/rev Module
The PCU unit accepts one digital input/output and 1/rev module. Once configured,
this module allows remote switching of logical parameters such as rack inhibit, alarm
reset, danger bypass, and power-up inhibit. On the other hand, digital outputs are
used to transmit unit status information such as power-ON, power failure (also known
as System not OK), and rack bypass while an alarm is inhibited. System events such
as individual alarms or OK statuses, as well as voting logic can also be assigned to
digital outputs for notification by remote indicators. A synchronization signal input is
also supplied for Svector processing.
This module can be configured to accept four digital inputs and three digital outputs.
Consult Chapter II for further description of this module and its functionality.
The following table takes a step-by-step look at configuration of the digital
input/output and 1/rev module. The "Action" column lists the actual number of
keystrokes required to access any requested menu. The “Comments” column
describes and sets the requirements for the action about to be taken. As well, it gives
references to other topics in the configuration process considered relevant for the task
The “Menu Contents” column expands beyond the two-line VFD screen by listing
the entire menu being accessed.
programmed.
2 Enter, Access the "Configuration" menu to configure task Language

V module. > Configuration
Monitoring
Firmware
Logic Parameters
4 Enter, This screen lists all task modules currently supported Vibration inputs
V by the PCU-100. Access "Digital I/O 1/Rev" to take Analog outputs
advantage of remote operation and annunciation on > Digital I/O 1/Rev
selected features. Internal relays
External relays
5 Each PCU unit supports one digital I/O module. > Module # 1
> Slot
7 Enter Use the up and down arrow buttons to select an P01

assignment. P03
P04 *
P07
Assignment on page 3.22. P08

displayed.
9 Enter Access the "Digital inputs" category. > Digital inputs

Digital outputs
1/Rev
10 Enter The digital input/output module features four inputs. > # 1

Configure one at a time. # 2
# 3
# 4
11 Enter, Move down to enable the input. The selection will be > Disable *
V marked by a "*". Enable
12 Enter Access "Tag" to display and take note of the current tag > Tag
for this input. Active level
13 Enter Each input is labeled with a static tag. "DI1CH1" > Tag=
identifies: Digital Input 1, Channel 1. Take note of this DI1CH1
tag, you will refer to it later when configuring the logic
parameters. See also page 3.62.
14 Enter, Move down to set the logic level at which the input will Tag
V be active. > Active level
15 Enter This level gives access to the default logic response 0

setting to remote digital inputs. > 1 *
The default setting of “1” requires a triggering voltage

(or HI logic status) rated at +5V. Switching occurs when
the input device meet this requirement. You may
choose to set differently depending on the application.
16 Enter, Repeat Steps 11 to 15 for each additional input. # 1

Cancel > # 2
(twice), # 3
V
# 4
17 Cancel, Access the digital outputs category. Digital inputs

V > Digital outputs
1/Rev
18 Enter The digital input/output module manages three output > 1

signals for remote notification on internal features. 2
Access each output to configure. 3
19 Enter Access "Tag choice" to scroll the list of features eligible > Tag choice
for remote notification. Active level
20 Enter "Power-ON" is suggested as a default logic parameter Tag choice=?

tag. You may however use the U and V arrow POWER_ON *
buttons to scroll up and down the list of available PCU
features to select the most appropriate one for remote
notification.
Take note of your tag choice, you will refer to it later

when configuring the logic parameters. See also page
3.62
21 Enter, You must now set the logic level at which this output Tag choice
V will be active. > Active level
22 Enter This level gives access to the default PCU logic 0

response settings for remote digital notification. > 1 *
The default setting of "1" sets a HI logic as the

response status with output rated at 5 V. Therefore,
notification will occur when the selected feature sends a
5 V pulse. You may choose to set otherwise depending
on your application.
23 Enter, Repeat Steps 19 to 22 to configure the remaining 1

Cancel outputs. > 2
(twice), 3
V
24 Enter, After configuring digital inputs and outputs, move down Digital inputs
V to access the 1/Rev feature. Digital outputs
> 1/Rev
25 Enter Move forward one level to configure the input channel > Input
dedicated to the synchronization (or 1/rev) signal. Note
that the 1/rev pulse is useful only if you plan to capture
angle (Ø) readings from selected sensors. Refer to Step
47 on page 3.38 for additional settings.
26 Enter, Enable this feature. A "*" will appear next to the Disable *
V selection the next time it is displayed. > Enable
27 Enter Access "Tag" to view and take note of the static tag for Tag=
(twice) this 1/rev pulse input channel. You may refer to it later. 1/REV
28 Enter, This concludes the configuration procedure for the VibroSystM Inc.
Menu digital inputs/output and 1/rev module. You may now PCU-100
turn to page 3.62: Configuration of the Logic
Parameters to enable the system features associated
with each input and output.
3.2.5: Internal Relay Module and External Relay
Card Unit
These task modules further enhance the capabilities of the PCU unit by allowing
remote annunciation or device activation every time a system event is reported. These
events include:
• Power ON;
• Power Low;
• Alert threshold violations on selected processes;
• Danger threshold violation on selected processes;
• Status OK on selected processes;
• System OK
• voting logic on a combination of these events
Configuration of the internal relay module is limited to three relays while the external
relay card unit extends to nine the number of configurable relays. The PCU unit
supports up to three internal relay modules or two external relay cards. Refer to
Chapter 2 for installation details.
The following table takes a step-by-step look at configuration of the internal relay
module and external relay card unit. The "Action" column lists the actual number of
keystrokes required to access any requested menu. The “Comments” column
describes and sets the requirements for the action about to be taken. As well, it gives
references to other topics in the configuration process considered relevant for the task
The “Menu Contents” column expands beyond the two-line VFD screen by listing
the entire menu being accessed.
programmed.
2 Enter, Access the "Configuration" menu to configure an Language

V internal relay module or external card unit. > Configuration
Monitoring
Firmware
Logic Parameters
4 Enter, This display lists all task modules currently supported Vibration inputs
V by the PCU-100. Access "Internal relays" if your Analog outputs
application requires safety device activation through Digital I/O 1/Rev
relay switching. > Internal relays
External relays
5 Enter The PCU supports three internal relay modules for a > Module # 1
maximum of 9 configurable relays. Access as many Module # 2
modules as are included in your hardware Module # 3
configuration.
> Slot
assignment. P03 *
P04
P07

displayed.
9 Enter Each internal relay module features three relays. > Relay # 1
Modules must be configured individually. Relay # 2
Relay # 3
10 Enter, Move down to enable the relay. A "*" will appear next to Disable *
V the selection the next time it is displayed. > Enable
11 Enter Access "Tag choice" to select the system feature > Tag choice
whose status change will cause relay switching. Normal state
12 Enter The system assigns the same default tag to all relays. Tag choice=?
The LOGIC_0 tag is a generic tag which means that no LOGIC_0
event has been assigned for notification by this relay.
Use the U and V arrow buttons to scroll through the

up to the tag which represent the event you wish to port
to this relay output.
13 Enter, Move down to set the state of the internal relay during Tag choice
V normal operating conditions with no alarms reported. > Normal state
14 Enter All internal relays are "de-energized" during normal > Deenergized *
operation as marked by a "*" next to the selection. Energized
However, you may choose otherwise depending on
your application.
15 Enter, Select a relay for configuration. Relay # 1

Cancel, > Relay # 2
V Relay # 3
16 Repeat Steps 10 to 15 to configure relays 2 and 3.
17 Cancel, Select a module for configuration Module # 1

V > Module # 2
Module # 3
18 Repeat Steps 6 to 17 to configure additional modules.
19 Cancel, If your PCU unit includes an external relay driver Vibration inputs
V module, move down to configure the associated Analog outputs
external relay card unit. Digital I/O 1/Rev
Internal relays
> External relays
20 Enter The PCU supports two external relay cards for a > Module # 1
maximum of 18 configurable relays. Access one or both Module # 2
modules depending on your hardware configuration
> Slot
available slot then press Enter to register slot P02 *
assignment. P03
P04
P07

displayed.
24 Enter Select a relay for configuration. As an indication, "Relay > Relay # 1

#1" matches relay/front panel LED # 1 of the external Relay # 2
relay card unit. Relay # 3
Relay # 4
Note that all external card relays are maintained Relay # 5
de-energized during normal operation (i.e., while no
Relay # 6
alarms are reported).
Relay # 7
Relay # 8
Relay # 9
25 Enter, Move down to enable the relay. A "*" will appear next to Disable *
V the selection the next time it is displayed. > Enable
26 Enter Access "Tag choice" to select the system feature > Tag choice
whose status change will cause relay switching.
27 Enter The system assigns the same default tag to all relays. Tag choice=?
The LOGIC_0 tag is a generic tag which means that no LOGIC_0
event has been assigned for notification by this relay.
Use the U and V arrow buttons to scroll through the

up to the tag which represent the event you wish to port
to this relay output.
28 Enter, Repeat Steps 25 to 27 to configure as many relays as Relay # 1

Cancel, are needed by your application. > Relay # 2
V Relay # 3
Relay # 4
Relay # 5
Relay # 6
Relay # 7
Relay # 8
Relay # 9
29 Menu This concludes the configuration procedure for both VibroSystM Inc.
relay module and external relay card unit. PCU-100
3.2.6: Logic Parameters
This procedure is required to enable the addressable system features known as logic
parameters. On one hand, some features, referred to as input logic parameters, can be
programmed to react to a logic status change (0 or 1) initiated by compatible remote
instrumentation. Such instrumentation delivers an 1/0 logic control pulse interpreted
by the digital input/output and 1/rev module's digital inputs associated with logic
parameters. See also page 3.55 for details on configuring the digital input and output
channels.
On the other hand, a set of system features, referred to as output logic parameters, are
designed to communicate system events. Output logic parameters can be assigned to
the "OK" LEDs found on the front panel, or to digital output channels of the digital
I/O and 1/rev module for notification by way of a remote instrumentation panel.
Output logic parameters includes the application of voting logic. This feature
significantly extends the number and scope of events reported by the PCU. This is
accomplished by building logic functions by combining two or three elements in the
form of input channels, alarm channels or other system events, with each element
separated by a logic argument: “AND” or “OR” The result of each logic function
calls for a logic change - a new system event. In turn, this event can be reported on an
ALARM or OK LED or directed to a digital output for activation of external
annunciators or safety devices.
The “AND” logic requires that all elements be active for the function to activate. On
the other hand, the “OR” logic requires that only one event be active for the logic
output to initiate a logic change.
In general you should build “AND” functions when the two elements represent
exactly the same measurement variable (such as sensor redundancy) and when it is
likely that a sensor failure will trigger false alarms. The “OR” voting logic function is
appropriate when the two elements do not represent exactly the same measurement
variable. When configured adequately, this feature ensures that no significant system
event goes by unreported.
Here is an example of a logic function using the “AND” type argument.
element 1 argument element 2 argument element 3 function tag
event tag event tag event tag
VI1CH1OK AND VI1CH2OK AND LOGIC_1 AND_1
Notice the use of tags to represent each element. Both VI1CH1OK and VI1CH2OK,
represent the status OK/not OK tags for vibration input channels. They must trigger
an alarm (status not OK) for this logic function to become active. LOGIC_0 and
LOGIC_1 are floating tags which are added to a function in order to complete the
equation and make up for the unassigned channel or event tags.
Use LOGIC_1 in a “AND”-type function to emulate an active system event;
Use LOGIC_0 in a “OR”-type function to emulate an inactive system event.
Here is an example of a logic function using the “OR” type argument.
element 1 argument element 2 argument element 3 function tag
event tag event tag event tag
AO1CH1A1 OR AO1CH2A1 OR LOGIC_0 OR_1
The first two elements represent unrelated system events. As soon as one event
triggers an alarm, the logic function becomes active.
The system provides eight “AND” voting logic functions and eight “OR” voting logic
functions. Build as many functions as are required by your monitoring application.
You may already have performed configuration of the digital I/O and 1/rev task
module. As part of this procedure, you have selected a tag for each input and output
channel included on the I/O module. For the most part, these tag choices were
representative of the logic parameters. You must now enable those logic parameters
one by one.
The following table takes a step-by-step look at configuration of the logic parameters.
The "Action" column lists the actual number of keystrokes required to access any
requested menu. The “Comments” column describes and sets the requirements for the
action about to be taken. As well, it gives references to other topics in the
configuration process considered relevant for the task The “Menu Contents” column
expands beyond the two-line VFD screen by listing the entire menu being accessed.
programmed.
2 Enter, Enter the "Configuration" menu for configuration of the Language

V logic parameters. > Configuration
Monitoring
Firmware
3 Enter, You should access the "Logic Parameters" submenu System

V once all task modules have been configured. Modules
(twice) > Logic Parameters
4 Enter Inputs and outputs must be enabled individually. > Inputs

Outputs
5 Enter This menu lists the input logic parameters that may be > Rack inhibit
associated with input channels on the digital I/O Alarm reset
module. Each parameter represents a system event Danger bypass
which must be accessed individually. Power-Up Inhibit
Thresh set select
6 Enter, Move down to enable. A "*" will appear next to the Disable *
7 Enter Access "Tag choice" to select the input channel > Tag choice
assigned to receive the remote signal for control of the
"Rack Inhibit" feature.
8 Enter The system default tag for the first input channel Tag choice=?
setting is "DI1CH1". You may accept as is or use the U DI1CH1 *
and V arrow buttons to scroll through the list of
available inputs.
The software scans the expansion bus each time a tag

choice is requested for installed task modules.
Therefore, the software moves to the next available
input channel each time a new input logic parameter is
enabled.
9 Enter, Move down to the next input logic parameter. Rack inhibit
Cancel > Alarm reset
(twice), Danger bypass
V
Power-Up Inhibit
Thresh set select
10 Repeat Steps 6 to 9 to enable each additional logic

parameter.
11 Cancel, Once all input logic parameters have been enabled, Inputs
V move down to the list of output logic parameters. > Outputs
Parameter status change may be reported by the front

panel LEDs configured in Steps 31 to 39 (pages 3.28
and 3.29) or by remote instrumentation panels by way
of the digital output channels configured in Steps 17 to
23 (pages 3.56 and 3.57). See also Chapter 2 for more
on the subject.
12 Enter Each parameter must be enabled individually. > OK System

Power-On
Power low
Rack bypass
AND Functions
OR Functions
13 Enter, Move down to enable. A "*" will appear next to the Disable *
14 Enter Move forward to display the tag selection for this logic > Tag
parameter.
15 Enter "SYS_OK" is the static tag for the OK System. Tag=

SYS_OK
16 Enter, Repeat Steps 13 to 15 to configure “Power-On”, “Power- OK System

Cancel, low” and “Rack bypass” output logic parameters. > Power-On
V Power low
Remember to assign a status LED or digital output Rack bypass
channel for visualization of logic parameter status AND Functions
change.
OR Functions
17 Enter The last two items group the “AND” and “OR” voting OK System
(twice), logic functions which you can enable to extend the Power-On
V range of reported system events. Power low
Rack bypass
> AND Functions
OR Functions
18 Enter You may build up to eight “AND”-type functions. Access > AND Function # 1
each function individually. However, the number of AND Function # 2
allowable functions is limited by the number of LEDs, AND Function # 3
output relays, or digital outputs to which voting logic AND Function # 4
functions are assigned for reporting. AND Function # 5
AND Function # 6
Remember that “AND”-type functions require that all AND Function # 7
AND Function # 8
three elements be configured and that all three
elements be active for the function to trigger.
19 Enter First, view the static tag for the first of eight “AND” > Tag
voting logic functions. Tag choice 1
Tag choice 2
Tag choice 3
20 Enter Once you have built your function, you may assign this Tag=
tag to a front-panel LED, an output relay, or to a digital AND_1
output.
Each function has its own static tag from AND_1 to

AND_8.
21 Enter, Access each item to select the channels or system Tag

V features as part in the voting logic function. > Tag choice 1
Tag choice 2
Tag choice 3
22 Enter This is a system-wide generic tag. It is displayed as the Tag choice 1=?
default tag for all three function elements. Use the U LOGIC_0 *
and V buttons to scroll the list of admissible channels
or system features for this function. See page 3.62 for
more on the subject.
23 Repeat steps 18 to 22 to complete the “AND”-type

voting logic function.
24 Enter, Access the last group of voting logic functions. OK System

Cancel Power-On
(twice), Power low
V Rack bypass
AND Functions
> OR Functions
25 Enter You may build up to eight “OR”-type functions. Access > OR Function # 1
each function individually. However, the number of OR Function # 2
allowable functions is limited by the number of LEDs, OR Function # 3
output relays, or digital outputs to which voting logic OR Function # 4
functions are assigned for reporting. OR Function # 5
OR Function # 6
Remember that “OR”-type functions require that all OR Function # 7
OR Function # 8
three elements be configured and that only one element
be active for the function to trigger.
26 Enter First, view the static tag for the first of eight “OR” voting > Tag
logic functions. Tag choice 1
Tag choice 2
Tag choice 3
27 Enter Once you have built your function, you may assign this Tag=
tag to a front-panel LED, an output relay, or to a digital OR_1
output.
Each function has its own static tag from OR_1 to

OR_8.
28 Enter, Access each item to select the channels or system Tag

V features as part in the voting logic function. > Tag choice 1
Tag choice 2
Tag choice 3
29 Enter This is a system-wide generic tag. It is displayed as the Tag choice 1=?
default tag for all three function elements. Use the U LOGIC_0
and V buttons to scroll the list of admissible channels
or system features for this function. See page 3.62 for
more on the subject.
30 Repeat steps 25 to 29 to complete the “OR”-type voting

logic function.
31 Menu This concludes the configuration procedure for all input VibroSystM Inc.
and output logic parameters. PCU-100
3.2.7: Monitoring Displays
If you followed the procedures described so far, you have successfully configured all
system features such as language, date, time and LED assignments. Furthermore, you
have selected and enabled all inputs, processes and logic parameters.
You may now access and configure the "Monitoring" menu - the final step towards
real-time monitoring. This procedure is provided so that you may select between all
available processing channels as well as personalize display headers to meet the
requirements of particular applications. As previewed in paragraph 3.1.11: Accessing
Bargraphs and Acknowledging Alarms, a typical monitoring display consists of a
bargraph with an alphanumeric header. The bargraph represents an output channel
and up to twelve channels can be enabled for real-time monitoring and viewing.
Access this configuration menu to enable the output channels and to "stamp" each
one with a clear identification header.
The following table takes a step-by-step look at configuration of the monitoring
displays. The "Action" column lists the actual number of keystrokes required to
access any requested menu. The “Comments” column describes and sets the
requirements for the action about to be taken. As well, it gives references to other
topics in the configuration process considered relevant for the task The “Menu
Contents” column expands beyond the two-line VFD screen by listing the entire
menu being accessed.
programmed.
2 Enter, Move down to "Monitoring" in order to customize the Language

V monitoring displays. Configuration
(twice) > Monitoring
Firmware
3 Enter Every monitoring display generated by the PCU system > Bargraph
features bargraphs.
4 Enter The PCU monitoring system supports up to twelve > Bargraph # 1

bargraphs simultaneously. This menu features twelve Bargraph # 2
bargraphs which must be configured individually. Bargraph # 3
Bargraph # 4
Bargraphs can be assigned to an analog output process Bargraph # 5
or to a calculation performed by the vibration input
Bargraph # 6
module (such as Resultant vector or Absolute
Bargraph # 7
vibration).
Bargraph # 8
Bargraph # 9
Bargraph # 10
Bargraph # 11
Bargraph # 12
5 Enter, Select "Enable" to set this bargraph on-line. A "*" will Disable *
V mark the selection the next time it is displayed. > Enable
6 Enter Access "Heading" to provide an identifier for the first > Heading
bargraph. Tag choice
Peak indicator
7 Enter Use the four arrow buttons to set the identifier label of Heading=?
the bargraph display. Choose and enter an identifier ***1
that is meaningful to all users. This ID should describe
the source of the signal or give the angular position of
the sensor. The label can take up to 20 characters
(including word breaks).
8 Enter, Move down to "Tag choice" to select the analog output Heading
V channel (or process) associated with the bargraph. > Tag choice
Peak indicator
9 Enter The system scans for all admissible channels. Tag choice=?
AO1CH1 is provided as the default option. It identifies A01CH1 *
Analog Output 1 Channel 1, programmed earlier on
page 3.40. You may set as your first bargraph or use
the U and V buttons to scroll through the list of
available channels.
10 Enter, Access "Peak indicator" if you want the bargraph to Heading

V highlight peak signals. Tag choice
> Peak indicator
11 Enter The peak indicator is disabled as indicated by a "*". Disable *

Move down to enable. A "*" will mark the "Enable" > Enable
selection the next time it is displayed. Note that this
setting affects the current bargraph only.
12 Enter, Move down and repeat Steps 5 to 11 for each additional Bargraph # 1
Cancel, bargraph. > Bargraph # 2
Cancel, Bargraph # 3
V
Bargraph # 4
Bargraph # 5
Bargraph # 6
Bargraph # 7
Bargraph # 8
Bargraph # 9
Bargraph # 10
Bargraph # 11
Bargraph # 12
13 Menu Now that one or more bargraphs have been enabled, Monitoring CH # 1
the startup display gives way to a monitoring display. 1••••••••| | .
|
Go back to paragraph 3.1.11: Accessing Bargraphs and
Acknowledging Alarms on page 3.14 to learn about the
informative headers available for each bargraph and
how to interpret and acknowledge potential alarms
Use the U and V buttons to browse between headers

of a single bargraph or the T and S buttons to toggle
between bargraphs.
Chapter 4
Technical Specifications
4.1 Task Modules
Vibration Input Module1

Number of inputs......................................... 2 channels
Signal............................................................ Digital RS-422-A
Sensor (input range).................................... proximity probe (85 to 155 kHz)
velocity transducer w/bloc conditioner (0 to -20 V)
eddy current proximity transducers w/bloc conditioner (0 to -20 V)
piezoresistive accelerometer with built-in conditioner (0 to 20 mA)
VM3.12, VM3.2 or VM5.0 sensors with bloc conditioner (4 to 20 mA)
Detection stage
frequency input range ..................... 20 kHz to 200 kHz
analog input range........................... ±20 Volts or ±20 mA
resolution ........................................ 14 bit analog-to-digital conversion
temperature drift ............................. ≤250 ppm/°C
signal handling................................ binary
sampling rate................................... up to 5 050 samples/sec
Supported processes.................................... raw signal (2 channels)

resultant vector Svector (1 channel)
AC sum (1 channel)
Signal
internal ............................................ digital, linearized
external ........................................... analog, linearized, high-speed, raw 0 to -20V
Power supply output (to sensors)

Voltage.......................................................... +12 VDC typical or +24 VDC (isolation optional) or -24 VDC
Maximum current.......................................... 30 mA (+12 VDC), 15 mA (24 VDC) short-circuit and thermal protection
Processing and Analog Output Module

Input capacity.............................................. 4 vibration input channels
Supported processes.................................... raw, none (passthrough), RMS, Peak, Peak-to-peak, Average AC, DC,
maximum value (Smax) and air gap
Number of available outputs ...................... 4 channels
Output signal range .................................... 0 to +10V or 4-20 mA
1
Additional specifications available upon request.
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Internal Relay Module
Number of contacts ..................................... 3 relays
Contact type................................................. Double-pole-single-throw (DPST)
Nominal capacity ......................................... 0.4 A at 150 VDC, 2 A at 120/220 VAC (50/60 Hz)
External Relay Card & Driver Module

Number of contacts ..................................... 9 external relays with on-board PCU drivers
Contact type................................................. Double-pole-double-throw (DPDT)
Nominal capacity ......................................... 0.4 A at 150 VDC, 2 A at 120/220 VAC (50/60 Hz)
Digital I/O and Synchronization Module

Synchronization source............................... synchronization probe or ZOOM communication network signal
Synchronization signal range ..................... -2 V min., +25 V max.
Output type.................................................. normally open NPN transistor with current absorption
Voltage range............................................... -2 V min., +25 V max.
Sync. probe power supply........................... 5 VDC or 12 VDC (selectable)
40mA max. short-circuit protected
Remote input capacity ................................ 4 channels

Remote controlled features......................... rack inhibit, alarm reset, danger bypass, power-up inhibit
Input type..................................................... 4 bits, TTL level detection
Input voltage levels...................................... low: 0.8V /high: 2V
Input current levels ..................................... low: -0.2 mA/high: 20 µA
Output capacity ........................................... 3 channels
Output features ........................................... power-ON, power failure, rack bypass
Output type.................................................. 3 bits, normally open transistors
Latching ....................................................... 1 V max., 25 mA
Synchronization Probe (optional)

Range............................................................ 2 mm ± 0.5 mm (78.5 mils)
Type of sensor.............................................. Inductive proximity switch
Power requirement...................................... 5 or 12 V
Ripple ........................................................... 10 %
Consumption ............................................... 10 mA max.
Load resistor................................................ ≥ 120 Ω
Operating temperature ............................... - 25 °C to 75 °C
Dimensions of the probe and mounting support

Length........................................................ 8.5 cm (3.3”)
Width ......................................................... 10.8 cm (4.6”)
Height ........................................................ 3.3 cm (1.3”)
Dimensions of the steel target
Width ......................................................... 10 mm (390 mils)
Height ........................................................ 20 mm (780 mils)
Thickness................................................... 3.2 mm (126 mils)
Weight of the probe and support ............... 0.255 Kg (approx. 0.6 lbs)
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4.2 RS-485 Communication Interface (optional)
Transmit rate............................................... 19.200 baud
Word length................................................. 8 bits
Stop bit ......................................................... 1
Parity............................................................ none
Protocol ........................................................ asynchrone, half duplex
Code.............................................................. ASCII
Handshaking................................................ none
Device address ............................................. 2
Termination resistance ............................... ON at all times
Connection ................................................... 3-terminal miniconnector
Maximum distance allowable..................... 3300 feet (1 000 meters)
Status LEDs (4) ........................................... Tx, Rx, Tx Error, Rx Error
Resolution .................................................... processed outputs sampled 4065 s/sec., 12 bit conversion
4.3 Data Storage Section

Two PCMCIA sockets compatible with type 1 card x 2 cards
type 2 card x 2 cards
type 3 card x 1 card
The following PCMCIA cards have been tested and found to be compatible
with the PCMCIA driver included in the system software. Cards of other
brands may be compatible as well but had not been tested at print time.
Brand Model Description
SanDisk SDCFB-4 101 4 MB CompactFlash card
SanDisk SDCF-03 (adapter included) CompactFlash adapter
Kingston DP-ATA/4 4 MB DataFlash card
4.4 PCU-100 General

Description ................................................. Programmable Conditioning Unit
Temperature drift ..................................... ±300 ppm/°C
Operating temperature ............................. 0 to 60°C
Warm-up time............................................ 3 minutes, 12 seconds
(5 to 95% relative humidity non condensing)
Storage temperature ................................. -40 to +80°C
(5 to 95% relative humidity non condensing)
Connection to peripherals ........................ 8 back-panel removable screw terminal connectors

4 front-panel BNC auxiliary outputs
Storage Capability 2 PCMCIA sockets compatible with type 1 card x 2

type 2 card x 2
type 3 card x 1
Case High.................... 1 U (1.75")

Width.................. 48.26 cm (19“)
Depth.................. 35.55 cm (14”)
Construction ....... anodized aluminum shell
Applicable standards................................. SN62-1008c, AP1670, ISO7919, ISO2372, CSA, UL,
DIN41494 (part 1)
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4.5 Electrical Supply
Input voltage................................................ 85-250 VAC (47-63 Hz) or 110-330 VDC
Withstand voltage ....................................... input-chassis, input-output 2.0 KVAC 1 min.
Isolation resistance more than 100 MΩ at 25 °C and 70 % RH
output-chassis 500 VDC
Power consumption ..................................... 15 watts max.
Connection to main ..................................... 3 screw terminal removable connector
Fuse protection ............................................ two fuses of type 3AG: 250 V, 0.75 A slow-blow
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Appendices
APPENDIX A: Unit Configuration

Your PCU-100 unit is shipped preprogrammed and ready to operate with a flick of
the power switch. It takes into account the information provided by the customer by
way of a site survey. Nonetheless, we are providing the following configuration
charts for reference purposes. They run down all the variables that make up the PCU-
100 software and provide an insight as to the implication of customizing the software
to the user's monitoring requirements.
Refer to the following configuration charts to review the default values which are
automatically set after system upgrade. It is good practice to duplicate the following
pages in order to write down the new variables before entering them into the system.
Annotated copies of this Addendum may also accompany the unit to account for such
variables as threshold settings.
For security reasons, we strongly recommend that to save your working configuration
on a PCMCIA card for quick recovery in the unlikely event of a backup power
outage or major system upgrade.
GENERAL SYSTEM PARAMETERS
Language English X
Identification P C U 1 0 0 _ 1
Brightness 50% X
Access code 0 0 0 0
Alarm LED1 Orange Status Disable Alarm LED2 Orange Status Disable
Tag choice A01CH1A1 Tag choice A01CH2A1
Red Status Disable Red Status Disable
Tag choice A01CH1D1 Tag choice A01CH2D1
Alarm LED3 Orange Status Disable Alarm LED4 Orange Status Disable
Tag choice A01CH3A1 Tag choice A01CH4A1
Tag choice A01CH3D1 Tag choice A01CH4D1
Ok LED1 Orange Status Disable Ok LED2 Orange Status Disable

Tag choice VI1CH1OK Tag choice VI1CH2OK
Ok LED3 Orange Status Disable Ok LED4 Orange Status Disable

PCU-100 Programmable Unit - User Reference Manual Appendix A: Unit Configuration • A.1
VIBRATION INPUT MODULE (for both channels)
Module status Disable X
Slot: P01 X
Channel status Disable X
Input range ±10 Volts X
Item Low limit High limit

Input (Volts) Input(Syst. Unit) Output Input (Volts) Input(Syst. Unit) Output
Default 1.0 500.0 -2.0 9.0 2500.0 -18.0
AC coupling Disable X Item Fc High-pass Item Fc low-pass Offset

Default 100.0 Default 100.0 0.0
Channel OK Status Enable X
Processing None X
A.2 • Appendix A: Unit Configuration PCU-100 Programmable Unit - User Reference Manual
PROCESSING AND ANALOG OUTPUT MODULE (for all channels)
Module status Disable X
Slot: P01 X
Channel status Disable X
Processing Raw signal X
Item Raw signal DC value AC value Average value

Fc Fc High-pass Low-pass High-pass Time constant
Default 1000.0 0.1 0.1 1000.0 0.1 1.0
Tag choice VI1CH1 VI1CH1 VI1CH1 VI1CH1
Item RMS Peak value

High-pass Rise time Cts Decay time Cts High-pass Rise time Cts Decay time Cts
Default 0.1 0.795 -3 1.0 0.1 1.0 –3 1.0
Tag choice VI1CH1 VI1CH1
Item Maximum value AirGap value Peak-to-peak value

Rise time Cts Decay time Cts Rise time Cts Decay time Cts High-pass Rise time Cts Decay time Cts
-3 -3 –3
Default 1.0 1.0 0.795 1.0 0.1 0.795 1.0
Tag choice VI1CH1 VI1CH1 VI1CH1
Alert status Disable X Latched Enable X
Danger status Disable X Latched Enable X
Item Alert
Threshold DI=1 Threshold DI=0 Hysteresis Time delay
Default 1900.0 1900.0 5.0 10.0
Item Danger
Threshold DI=1 Threshold DI=0 Hysteresis Time delay
Default 2200.0 2200.0 5.0 10.0
Item Low limit High limit

Sortie Display Sortie Display
Default 4.0 0.0 20.0 2500.0
System unit µ m Decimal fix 0 X
DIGITAL I/O AND SYNCHRONIZATION MODULE
Module 1 status Disable X
Slot: P01 X
Digital input # 1 status Disable X Active level 1 X
Digital output # 1 Tag choice: POWER_ON Active level 1 X
Digital output # 2 Tag choice: PWR_LOW Active level 1 X
Digital output # 3 Tag choice: RACK_BIT Active level 1 X
1/Rev input status Disable X
INTERNAL RELAY MODULE
Slot: P01 X
Relay # 1 Status Disable X Normal state Energized X

Tag choice: LOGIC_0

Tag choice: LOGIC_0

Tag choice: LOGIC_O
EXTERNAL RELAY CARD
Slot: P01 X
Relay # 1 Status Disable X Tag choice: LOGIC_O
LOGIC PARAMETERS
Inputs
Rack inhibit Status Disable X Tag choice: DI1CH1
Alarm reset Status Disable X Tag choice: DI1CH2
Danger bypass Status Disable X Tag choice: DI1CH3
Power-up inhibit Status Disable X Tag choice: DI1CH4
Thresh set select Status Disable X Tag choice: DI1CH1
Outputs
OK system Status Disable X
Power_On Status Disable X
Power low Status Disable X
Rack bypass Status Disable X
AND Function # 1 Tag choice 1: LOGIC_O Tag choice 2: LOGIC_O Tag choice 3: LOGIC_O
OR Function # 1 Tag choice 1: LOGIC_O Tag choice 2: LOGIC_O Tag choice 3: LOGIC_O
BARGRAPHS
Bargraph # 1
Status Disable X Heading * * * 1
Tag choice AO1CH1 Peak indicator Disable X
Bargraph # 2
Tag choice: AO1CH2 Peak indicator Disable X
Bargraph # 3
Bargraph # 4
Bargraph # 5
Bargraph # 6
Tag choice AO1CH2 Peak indicator Disable X
Bargraph # 7
BARGRAPH (continued)
Bargraph # 8
Bargraph # 9
Bargraph # 10
Status Disable X Heading * * * 1 0
Bargraph # 11
Bargraph # 12
APPENDIX B: Process Overview
This section uses graphic symbols to represent the processes which occur at
different stages inside the PCU unit. First, it identifies the digital processes
performed on the raw input signal, that is, at the point of entry by the vibration input
module. Second, it illustrates each of the eight processes performed on the vibration
input signal by the processing and output module. Each process is available for
selection by way of the PCU-100 software interface described in Chapter 3.
The diagram below breaks down the digital processing performed on the raw sensor
signal. Notice that AC coupling is a selectable feature which enables or bypasses the
High Pass Filter depending on your application.
RAW SIGNAL
CONDITIONING
Low Limit High Limit
OK
HighPass Filter
0.1 Hz
Min = 0.025 Hz
Max = 1 000 Hz
AC Coupling
Disable
Enable
LowPass Filter
100 Hz
Min = 0.025 Hz
Max = 20 000 Hz
Offset
TRANSFER FUNCTIONS
- LINEAR
- k/So CORRECTION
- SIMGLE INTEGRATION
- DOUBLE INTEGRATION
Vibration Input
PCU-100 Programmable Unit - User Reference Manual Appendix B: Process Overview • B.1
The following eight diagrams illustrate the processes available for selection via the
system software. Processes are broken down to their basic components to provide a
better understanding of the resulting output: Processes include:
• Raw signal
• DC value
• AC value
• Average value
• RMS value
• Peak value
• None (linear output)
• Maximum value (Smax )
• Airgap value
• Peak-to-peak value
All high-pass and low-pass filters used for signal processing are of type
Buttterworth, 1st order. The programmed frequency amounts to the cutoff frequency
at –3 dB. Peak and peak-to-peak detectors have a decay factor of e-x
Process One: Raw Signal

Low-Pass Filter
1000 Hz
Min = 200 Hz
Max = 4000 Hz
Process Two: DC Value Process Three: AC Value

Low-Pass Filter Hig-Pass Filter Low-Pass Filter
0.1 Hz 0.1 Hz 1000 Hz
Min = 0.02 Hz Min = 0.02 Hz Min = 200 Hz

Max = 200 Hz Max = 1000 Hz Max = 4000 Hz
Note: The AC value is added to a bias

voltage or current to take advantage of
the full dynamic of the vibration signal.
B.2 • Appendix B: Process Overview PCU-100 Programmable Unit - User Reference Manual
Process Four: Average Value
High-Pass Filter Filtering Constant
0.1 Hz 1.0 mS
Min = 0.02 Hz Min = 0.2 mS

Max = 1000 Hz Max = 8 S
Process Five: RMS Value

High-Pass Filter Rise time Decay time
Peak detector
(increasing value)
0.1 Hz 0.795 mS 1.0 S
Min = 0.02 Hz Min = 0.2 mS Min = 0.025 S

Max = 1000 Hz Max = 8 S Max = 40 S
Process Six: Peak Value

Hig-Pass Filter Rise time Decay time
Peak detector
(increasing value)
0.1 Hz 0.795 mS 1.0 S
Min = 0.02 Hz Min = 0.2 mS Min = 0.025 S

Max = 1000 Hz Max = 8 S Max = 40 S
Process Seven: None
Process Eight: Maximum Value

Rise time Decay time
Peak detector
(increasing value)
0.001 mS 1.0 S
Min = 0.2 mS Min = 0.025 S

Max = 8 S Max = 40 S
PCU-100 Programmable Unit - User Reference Manual Appendix B: Process Overview • B.3
Process Nine: Air Gap Value
Rise time Decay time
Peak detector
(decreasing value)
0.795 mS 1.0 S
Min = 0.2 mS Min = 0.025 mS

Process Ten: Peak-to-Peak Value
High-pass filter Rise time Decay time
Pk-Pk detector
(increasing value)
0.795 mS 1.0 S
0.04 Hz
Min = 0.2 mS Min = 0.025 S
B.4 • Appendix B: Process Overview PCU-100 Programmable Unit - User Reference Manual
APPENDIX C: The VibraWatch
Software Menu Structure
The following tree diagrams provide a comprehensive view of the software structure
and menu paths. Software variables are identified by either static tags, tag choices or
alphanumeric entries such as time, date, access code and bargraph headers.
1.0 Selection Menu for Configuration of the General System Parameters:

Language
Français
English
Configuration
System
Identification
(enter character string)
Date
(enter date)
Time
(enter time)
Display
Brightness
25%
50%
75%
100%
Access Code
(enter access code)
LED
Alarm LED1
Orange
Disable
Enable
Tag choice
(display character string) = tag choice
Red
Disable
Enable
Tag choice
Alarm LED2
Orange
Disable
Enable
Tag choice
Red
Disable
Enable
Tag choice
Alarm LED3
Orange
Disable
Enable
Tag choice
Red
Disable
Enable
Tag choice
PCU-100 Programmable Unit - User Reference Manual Appendix C: The VibraWatch Software Menu Structure • C.1
Selection Menu for Configuration of the General System Parameters (continued):
Configuration
System
LED
Alarm LED4
Orange
Disable
Enable
Tag choice
Red
Disable
Enable
Tag choice
Ok LED1
Orange
Disable
Enable
Tag choice
Red
Disable
Enable
Tag choice
Ok LED2
Orange
Disable
Enable
Tag choice
Red
Disable
Enable
Tag choice
Ok LED3
Orange
Disable
Enable
Tag choice
Red
Disable
Enable
Tag choice
Ok LED4
Orange
Disable
Enable
Tag choice
Red
Disable
Enable
Tag choice
Parameters
CheckSum
(display character string)
Date last change
Update
(update configuration parameters)
Save
(save configuration parameters)
Hardware P08… 01
485 link address
(select address)
Firmware
Version
(display version number)
Update
(update firmware)
C.2 • Appendix C: The VibraWatch Software Menu Structure PCU-100 Programmable Unit - User Reference Manual
2.0 Selection Menu for Configuration of the Vibration Input Module, Channel 1:
Configuration
Modules
Vibration inputs
Module # 1
Disable
Enable
Channel # 1
Disable
Enable
Tag
(display character string) = static tag
Input range
±10 Volts
±20 Volts.
Low limit
Input (Volts)
(enter number)
Input(Syst. Unit)
(enter number)
Output (Volts)
(enter number)
High limit
Input (Volts)
(enter number)
Input(Syst. Unit)
(enter number)
Output (Volts)
(enter number)
AC coupling
Disable
Enable
Fc High-pass (Hz)
(enter number)
Fc low-pass (Hz)
(enter number)
Offset
d (Volt)
(enter number)
Transfer function
(enter access code)
Channel OK
Disable
Enable
Tag
Selection Menu for Configuration of the Vibration Input Module,
Channel 1(continued):
Configuration
Modules
Vibration inputs
Module # 1
Disable
Enable
Channel # 1
Channel # 2
Processing
Resultant vector
Angle Tag
S Tag
AC sum
AC sum tag
None
Slot
P01
P02
P03
P04
P05
P06
P07
P08
The same menu applies to channel 2.

The PCU unit supports up to four vibration input modules.
2.1 Selection Menu for Configuration of the Processing and Analog Output
Module, Channel 1:
Configuration
Modules
Analog outputs
Module # 1
Disable
Enable
Channel # 1
Disable
Enable
Tag
Processing
Raw signal
Tag choice
Fc low-pass (Hz)
(enter number)
DC Value
Tag choice
Fc low-pass (Hz)
(enter number)
AC value
Tag choice
Fc high-pass (Hz)
(enter number)
Fc low-pass (Hz)
(enter number)
Average value
Tag choice
Fc high-pass (Hz)
(enter number)
Time cts (Sec)
(enter number)
RMS
Tag choice
Fc high-pass (Hz)
(enter number)
Rise time (Sec)
(enter number)
Decay time (Sec)
(enter number)
Peak value
Tag choice
Fc high-pass (Hz)
(enter number)
Rise time (Sec)
(enter number)
Decay time (Sec)
(enter number)
Nothing
Tag choice
Maximum value
Tag choice
Rise time (Sec)
(enter number)
Decay time (Sec)
(enter number)
Airgap value
Tag choice
Rise time (Sec)
(enter number)
Decay time (Sec)
(enter number)
Peak-to-peak value
Tag choice
Fc high-pass (Hz)
(enter number)
Rise time (Sec)
(enter number)
Decay time (Sec)
(enter number)
Selection Menu for Configuration of the Processing and Analog Output Module,
Channel 1(continued):
Configuration
Modules
Analog outputs
Module # 1
Disable
Enable
Channel # 1
Disable
Enable
Alarm
Alert
Disable
Enable
Tag
Threshold
Threshold DI=1
(enter number)
Threshold DI=0
(enter number)
Hysteresis (%)
(enter number)
Delay
Time delay (Sec)
(enter number)
Number of Rev.
(enter number)
Latched
Disable
Enable
Danger
Disable
Enable
Tag
Threshold
Threshold DI=1
(enter number)
Threshold DI=0
(enter number)
Hysteresis (%)
(enter number)
Delay
Time delay (Sec)
(enter number)
Number of Rev.
(enter number)
Latched
Disable
Enable
Type
Increase
Decrease
Low limit
Output (mA)
(enter number)
Display
(enter number)
High limit
Output (mA)
(enter number)
Display
(enter number)
System unit
(enter character string)
Decimal fix
0
1
2
3
Slot
P01
P02
P03
P04
P05
P06
P07
P08
The same menu applies to channels 2, 3 and 4.

The PCU unit supports up to three processing and analog output modules.
2.2 Selection Menu for Configuration of the Digital Input/Output and
Synchronization Module:
Configuration
Modules
Digital I/O 1\Rev
Module # 1
Disable
Enable
Digital inputs
#1
Disable
Enable
Tag
Active level
0
1
#2
Disable
Enable
Tag
(display character string) = static tag)
Active level
0
1
#3
Disable
Enable
Tag
Active level
0
1
#4
Disable
Enable
Tag
(display character string) = static tag)
Active level
0
1
Digital outputs
#1
Disable
Enable
Tag choice
Active level
0
1
#2
Disable
Enable
Tag choice
Active level
0
1
#3
Disable
Enable
Tag choice
Active level
0
1
1/Rev
Input
Disable
Enable
Tag
Slot
P01
P02
P03
P04
P05
P06
P07
P08
2.3 Selection Menu for Configuration of the Internal Relay Module:
Configuration
Modules
Internal relays
Module # 1
Disable
Enable
Relay # 1
Disable
Enable
Tag choice
Normal state
Energized
Deenergized
Relay # 2
Disable
Enable
Tag choice
Normal state
Energized
Deenergized
Relay # 3
Disable
Enable
Tag choice
Normal state
Energized
Deenergized
Slot
P01
P02
P03
P04
P05
P06
P07
P08
The PCU unit supports up to three internal relay modules.
2.4 Selection Menu for Configuration of the External Relay Card Unit:
Configuration
Modules
External relays
Module # 1
Disable
Enable
Relay # 1
Disable
Enable
Tag choice
Relay # 2
Disable
Enable
Tag choice
Relay # 3
Disable
Enable
Tag choice
Relay # 4
Disable
Enable
Tag choice
Relay # 5
Disable
Enable
Tag choice
Relay # 6
Disable
Enable
Tag choice
Relay # 7
Disable
Enable
Tag choice
Relay # 8
Disable
Enable
Tag choice
Relay # 9
Disable
Enable
Tag choice
Slot
P01
P02
P03
P04
P05
P06
P07
P08
The PCU supports up to two external relay card units.
3.0 Selection Menu for Configuration of the Logic Parameters:
Configuration
Logic parameters
Inputs
Rack inhibit
Disable
Enable
Tag choice
Alarm reset
Disable
Enable
Tag choice
Danger bypass
Disable
Enable
Tag choice
Power-Up inhibit
Disable
Enable
Tag choice
Thresh set select
Disable
Enable
Tag choice
Outputs
OK system
Disable
Enable
Tag
Power-On
Disable
Enable
Tag
Power low
Disable
Enable
Tag
Rack bypass
Disable
Enable
Tag
Selection Menu for Configuration of the Logic Parameters (continued):
Configuration
Logic parameters
Outputs
AND Functions
AND Function # 1
Tag
Tag choice 1
Tag choice 2
Tag choice 3
AND Function # 2
Tag
Tag choice 1
Tag choice 2
Tag choice 3
AND Function # 3
Tag
Tag choice 1
Tag choice 2
Tag choice 3
AND Function # 4
Tag
Tag choice 1
Tag choice 2
Tag choice 3
AND Function # 5
Tag
Tag choice 1
Tag choice 2
Tag choice 3
AND Function # 6
Tag
Tag choice 1
Tag choice 2
Tag choice 3
AND Function # 7
Tag
Tag choice 1
Tag choice 2
Tag choice 3
AND Function # 8
Tag
Tag choice 1
Tag choice 2
Tag choice 3
Selection Menu for Configuration of the Logic Parameters (continued):
Configuration
Logic parameters
Outputs
OR Functions
OR Function # 1
Tag
Tag choice 1
Tag choice 2
Tag choice 3
OR Function # 2
Tag
Tag choice 1
Tag choice 2
Tag choice 3
OR Function # 3
Tag
Tag choice 1
Tag choice 2
Tag choice 3
OR Function # 4
Tag
Tag choice 1
Tag choice 2
Tag choice 3
OR Function # 5
Tag
Tag choice 1
Tag choice 2
Tag choice 3
OR Function # 6
Tag
Tag choice 1
Tag choice 2
Tag choice 3
OR Function # 7
Tag
Tag choice 1
Tag choice 2
Tag choice 3
OR Function # 8
Tag
Tag choice 1
Tag choice 2
Tag choice 3
4.0 Selection Menu for Customization of the Bargraph Displays:
Language
Configuration
Monitoring
Bargraph
Bargraph.# 1
Disable
Enable
Heading
(Enter character string)
Tag choice
Peak indicator
Disable
Enable
Bargraph. # 2
Disable
Enable
Heading
Tag choice
Peak indicator
Disable
Enable
Bargraph. # 3
Disable
Enable
Heading
Tag choice
Peak indicator
Disable
Enable
Bargraph. # 4
Disable
Enable
Heading
Tag choice
Peak indicator
Disable
Enable
Bargraph. # 5
Disable
Enable
Heading
Tag choice
Peak indicator
Disable
Enable
Bargraph. # 6
Disable
Enable
Heading
Tag choice
Peak indicator
Disable
Enable
Bargraph. # 7
Disable
Enable
Heading
Tag choice
Peak indicator
Disable
Enable
Selection Menu for Customization of the Bargraph Displays (continued):
Language
Configuration
Monitoring
Bargraph
Bargraph. # 8
Disable
Enable
Heading
Tag choice
Peak indicator
Disable
Enable
Bargraph. # 9
Disable
Enable
Heading
Tag choice
Peak indicator
Disable
Enable
Bargraph. # 10
Disable
Enable
Heading
Tag choice
Peak indicator
Disable
Enable
Bargraph. # 11
Disable
Enable
Heading
Tag choice
Peak indicator
Disable
Enable
Bargraph. # 12
Disable
Enable
Heading
Tag choice
Peak indicator
Disable
Enable
4.0 Selection Menu for Customization of the Bargraph Displays:
Language
Configuration
Monitoring
Bargraph
Bargraph.# 1
Disable
Enable
Heading
Tag choice
Peak indicator
Disable
Enable
APPENDIX D: Tag Selection Chart
Tag selection is a core feature of the PCU-100 system software. As previewed in Chapter III, a tag
is a alphanumeric label identifying selectable PCU-100 features. Hardware inputs/outputs as well
as software features are activated and cross-referenced to each other by way of tag selection. The
first table identifies all generic tags labels used throughout the system.
List Type Description

AOmCHc Analog Analog Output Channel
VImCHc Analog Vibration Input Channel
VIm_Ø Analog Vibration Input Angle
VIm_ACS Analog Vibration Input AC Sum
VIm_S Analog Vibration Input Svector
VImCHcOK Digital Vibration Input Channel OK
1/REV Digital 1/revolution pulse
1/REV_OK Digital 1/revolution pulse OK
A O m CH c A x Digital Analog Output Channel Alert
A O m CH c D x Digital Analog Output Channel Danger
PWR_LOW Digital Power Low (Power Failure)
DImCHc Digital Digital Input Channel
POWER_ON Digital Power ON logic output
RACK_BYP Digital Rack Bypass logic output
SYS_OK Digital System OK logic output
AND_x Digital And (logic statement)
OR_x Digital Or (logic statement)
The next table runs down all tag selection possibilities with reference to their respective hardware
and software features. Note that in some cases, the system software allows tag selections which
extend beyond expectable assignments. This determination should however be left to the
interpretation of experienced users.
PCU-100 Programmable Unit - User Reference Manual Appendix D: Tag Selection Chart • D.1
STATIC TAGS TAG CHOICES
Feature Tag Feature Default Tag Other Available Tagss
ALARM LEDs [4] Orange AOmCHcAx AOmCHcDx (12) LOGIC_1 POWER_ON AND_x (8)
VImCHcOK (8) 1/REV PWR_LOW OR_x (8)
DImCHc (4) 1/REV_OK RACK_BYP
LOGIC_0 SYS_OK
Front panel LEDs and Red AOmCHcDx AOmCHcAx (12) LOGIC_1 POWER_ON AND_x (8)
VImCHcOK (8) 1/REV PWR_LOW OR_x (8)
monitoring displays DImCHc (4) 1/REV_OK RACK_BYP
LOGIC_0 SYS_OK
All tags are selectable.
OK LEDs [4] Orange (disabled) VImCHcOK AOmCHcAx (12) LOGIC_1 POWER_ON AND_x (8)
Tags available for front panel LEDs encompass system- AOmCHcDx (12) 1/REV PWR_LOW OR_x (8)
wide notification while tags available for monitoring LOGIC_0 SYS_OK
displays are limited to processing outputs.
Red VImCHcOK AOmCHcAx (12) LOGIC_1 POWER_ON AND_x (8)
AOmCHcDx (12) 1/REV PWR_LOW OR_x (8)
LOGIC_0 SYS_OK
Bargraphs [12] AOmCHc AOmCHc (default selection in ascending order of analog output channel availability)
Channelc [8] VImCHc

Channel OK VImCHcOK Vibration Input Module
Processing [4] Resultant Vector VIm_Ø
All tags are static. They are available for selection by processing, monitoring, input/output, and notification features.
VIm_S
AC Sum VIm_ACS
Channelc [12] AOmCHc Processing [12]

Alarm Alert AOmCHcAx Raw signal VImCHc Air gap value VImCHc
Danger AOmCHcDx DC value VImCHc Peak-Peak value VImCHc
AC value VImCHc
Processing / Analog Output Module RMS VImCHc

Average Value VImCHc
All output tags are static while processing functions
require tag selections from vibration input channels. Peak Value VImCHc
None VImCHc
Maximum value VIm_S VImCHc (10)
Synchronization input [1] 1/REV Digital output 1 POWER_ON PWR_LOW AOmCHcAx (12) LOGIC_1 SYS_OK
RACK_BYP AOmCHcDx (12) 1/REV VImCHcOK (8)
Digital inputs [4] DImCHc AND_x (8) DImCHc (4) 1/REV_OK
OR_x (8) LOGIC_0
Digital output 2 PWR_LOW POWER_ON AOmCHcAx (12) LOGIC_1 SYS_OK
Digital Input/Output and RACK_BYP AOmCHcDx (12) 1/REV VImCHcOK (8)
AND_x (8) DImCHc (4) 1/REV_OK
Synchronization Module OR_x (8) LOGIC_0
Digital inputs are identified by their static tags. Digital Digital output 3 RACK_BYP PWR_LOW AOmCHcAx (12) LOGIC_1 SYS_OK
outputs can be assigned any system output feature. POWER_ON AOmCHcDx (12) 1/REV VImCHcOK (8)
AND_x (8) DImCHc (4) 1/REV_OK
OR_x (8) LOGIC_0
Internal relays [3] LOGIC_0 LOGIC_1 VImCHcOK (8) AND_x (8) AOmCHcDx (12)
Internal / External Relays 1/REV POWER_ON OR_x (8) DImCHc (4)
1/REV_OK PWR_LOW AOmCHcAx (12)
All relays require tag selection from output features. SYS_OK RACK_BYP
External relays [18] LOGIC_0 same as above
Inputs Rack Inhibit DImCHc LOGIC_0 SYS_OK RACK_BYP AOmCHcAx (12)

LOGIC_1 VImCHcOK (8) AND_x (8) AOmCHcDx (12)
1/REV POWER_ON OR_x (8)
Logic Parameters 1/REV_OK PWR_LOW
All digital inputs as well as most digital outputs are Alarm Reset DImCHc same as above
enabled through tag selections in this category. Some
digital outputs (below) are core system features which Danger Bypass DImCHc
cannot be changed, they are static tags.
Power-Up Inhibit DImCHc
Thresh Set Select DImCHc
Outputs AND Functions [8] AND_x Outputs AND Functions LOGIC_0 LOGIC_0 SYS_OK RACK-BYP AOmCHcAx (12)
LOGIC_1 VImCHcOK (8) AND_x (8) AOmCHcDx (12)
1/REV POWER_ON OR_x (8)
OR Functions [8] OR_x 1/REV_OK PWR_LOW
OK System SYS_OK LOGIC_0 same as above

Power-On POWER_ON LOGIC_0
Power Low PWR_LOW OR Functions LOGIC_0 same as above
Rack Bypass (inhibit) RACK-BYP LOGIC_0
LOGIC_0
(n) Number in parentheses indicates the maximum number of tags available for selection
[n] Number between brackets indicates the maximum number of configurable idems
SAMPLE_TEXT Inverted text identifies output tags tied to features which relate
to the outside world such as LEDs and connectors.
D.2 • Appendix D: Tag Selection Chart PCU-100 Programmable Unit - User Reference Manual
character set, 3.12
Index Analog outputs
selection, 3.39
AND function, 3.62
Angle
(Ø) value, 3.38
1 reading, 2.28
API 670 standard, 2.30
1/rev pulse, 2.28 Auxiliary output
configuration, 3.57 connectors
BNC, 2.5
A voltage, 2.5
Average value, B.2
AC coupling, 3.36, B.1
process configuration, 3.43
AC sum, 3.38
AC value, B.2
process configuration, 3.42 B
Access code, 3.24, 3.26 Bargraph display, 3.14
Accessing the menu, 2.4, 3.3 acknowledging an alarm, 3.16
Acetone, 2.36 configuration, 3.67
Acknowledging alarms, 2.3, 3.16 header, 3.15
Active level peak indicator, 3.14
digital inputs, 3.56 pixel, 3.16
digital outputs, 3.57 threshold indicator, 3.14
Air gap BNC connectors, 2.5, 2.11
minimum value, 3.48 wiring, 2.12
parameter protection, 2.28 Bolts 5/16-16 × 1/2’’, 2.35
Airgap value, B.2 Boot-up sequence, 1.3, 3.24
bargraph display, 3.47 Brightness, 3.26
process configuration, 3.47 Bus, 2.8
range of detection, 3.50, 3.52
Alarm
configuration
C
processing and analog output channel, 3.48 Cables
device switching, 2.20 synchronization, 2.35
increasing or decreasing?, 2.19 direction, 2.34
LEDs, 2.3, 2.20 Cancel button, 3.4
color coding, 2.3 Channel OK, 3.37
voting logic, 2.3 Character set, 3.9, 3.12
not valid, 2.19 Checksum, 3.30
protected parameters, 2.3 Circuit board, 2.2
reset, 2.30 Communication
configuration, 3.64 cable, 2.42
threshold, 2.17, 2.20, 3.14 connector, 2.42
alert, 2.20 option, 2.6
danger, 2.20 port, 2.6, 2.40
viewing, 2.20, 3.15 RS-485 address setting, 3.31
type, 3.53 Configuration
validation, 2.4, 3.24 BARGRAPH DISPLAYS, A.7
Alert threshold DIGITAL I/O AND SYNCHRONIZATION MODULE, A.4,
enabling, 3.27 C.7
Alphanumeric digital input/output and synchronization module, 3.55
display, 2.3, 3.2 external relay card unit, 3.58, A.6, C.9
entry, 3.11 general system parameters, 3.24, A.1, C.1
PCU-100 Programmable Unit - User Reference Manual Index

internal relay module, 3.58, A.5, C.8 E
logic parameters, 3.62
Eject lever, 2.5
menu, 3.32
Expansion bay, 2.2, 2.5
monitoring displays, 3.67
External relay card unit, 3.58
processing and analog output module, 3.39, A.3, C.5
definition, 2.7
saving, 3.17
LED, 2.23
vibration input module, 3.32, A.2, C.3
selection, 3.60
Configuration filename, 3.21, 3.25
specifications, 4.2
CPU, 2.8
External vibration meter, 2.11
Crimp contacts, 2.12
Cursor position, 2.3
F
D Filler gage, 2.37
Firmware
Danger
update, 3.19
bypass, 2.30
version, 3.24
configuration, 3.64
Fish-tape, 2.34
threshold
FOA-100 accelerometer power supply, 2.12
enabling, 3.27
Front panel, 2.2
Date
format, 3.5
setting, 3.5, 3.24, 3.25 G
DC value, B.2 General system parameters, 3.24
process configuration, 3.42 Generator shaft, 2.35
Decay time Gluing the synchronization target, 2.36
Airgap value, 3.48 Grounding, 2.38
Maximum value, 3.47
Peak value, 3.45
Peak-to-peak value, 3.48 H
RMS, 3.45 Handling tips, 1.3
Decimal fix Heading
processing and analog output channel, 3.54 bargraph configuration, 3.68
Decreasing values, 3.53 High-limit
Digital processing and analog output channel, 3.54
inputs, 2.30, 2.32 High-pass filter
configuration, 3.56 AC value, 3.42
outputs, 2.32 Peak value, 3.45
configuration, 3.56 Peak-to-peak value, 3.48
Digital I/O and synchronization module, 3.55 RMS, 3.44
definition, 2.7 Hysteresis
installation, 2.32 alarms, 3.50, 3.52
selection, 3.55
specifications, 4.2
I
wiring, 2.33
Display I/O Ports, 2.6
messages, 3.21 ICRS-485 communication interface, 2.6
type, 2.3 communication port, 2.6
DPDT, 2.23 specifications, 4.3
diagram, 2.24 Increasing values, 3.53
DPST diagram, 2.21 Input logic parameters, 3.63
DSP Input range (setting the), 3.33
digital data processing, 1.2 Installation
Digital I/O and synchronization module, 2.32
internal relay driver module with relay card, 2.25
Index PCU-100 Programmable Unit - User Reference Manual

internal relay module, 2.22 AC value, 3.43
processing and analog output module, 2.18 DC value, 3.42
vibration input module, 2.11 raw signal, 3.41
Instrumentation, 2.5
Internal relay driver module with relay card, 2.23 M
installation, 2.25
wiring, 2.26 Machine startup, 2.31
Internal relay module, 2.21, 3.58 Main power connector, 2.38
definition, 2.7 Master-slave operation, 2.31
installation, 2.22 Maximum value, B.2
selection, 3.58 process configuration, 3.46
specifications, 4.2 Menu
wiring, 2.22 Cancel, 2.4
Enter, 2.3
Menu button, 2.4
K
paths, C.1
Keypad, 3.1 Mix and match
Cancel button, 2.4 task modules, 2.8
down arrow button, 2.3 Monitoring
Enter button, 2.3 acknowledging alarms, 2.3
layout, 2.2 displays, 3.67
left arrow button, 2.3 selection, 3.67
Menu button, 2.4 Monitran accelerometers and status OK, 2.19
right arrow button, 2.3
test mode, 2.3, 2.4 N
up arrow button, 2.3
None, no processing, 3.46, B.2
Normal state
L
internal relay, 3.59
Language Normally closed, 2.24
default selection, 3.24 Normally open, 2.24
selecting, 3.24 Numeric entry
Latching, 3.50 character set, 3.9
LEDs, 3.27 scientific notation, 3.9
Alarm, 2.3
color coding, 2.3, 2.4 O
communication interface, 2.41
configuration, 3.27 OK LEDs
enabling, 3.24 enabling, 3.28
external relay card unit status, 2.23 OK System
PCMCIA activity, 2.5 configuration, 3.64
power indicator, 2.5, 2.6 Option pointer, 3.3
Status OK, 2.4, 3.24 OR function, 3.62
Status OK incompatibilities, 2.15 Oscilloscope, 2.28
Left and Right arrow button Output logic parameters, 3.64
monitoring mode, 2.3
Limit setting P
vibration input channel, 3.34
Lock washers, 2.35 Parts and Controls, 2.2
Logic parameters, 3.62 PCMCIA
selection, 3.63 activity LED, 2.5
Low limit card slots, 2.5, 4.3
processing and analog output channel, 3.53 jumpers, 2.6
Low-pass filter saving configuration, 3.17

updating configuration, 3.18 signal source, 2.16
updating system software, 3.19 specifications, 4.1
PCS sensor, 2.28 wiring, 2.18
linearized signal, 2.11 Prompts, 3.17, 3.18, 3.21
measuring chain, 2.11 Protection fuses
PCU rating, 2.6
connectivity, 2.8 Protective conduits, 2.34
CPU, 2.8
features, 1.2 R
highlights, 1.1
keypad, 3.1 Rack bypass
on-line protection, 2.21 configuration, 3.64
Peak indicator Rack inhibit, 2.30
bargraph configuration, 3.68 logic parameter configuration, 3.63
Peak value, B.2 Raw signal, 2.11, B.2
process configuration, 3.45 process configuration, 3.41
Peak-to-peak value, B.2 Rear panel, 2.2
process configuration, 3.48 communication port, 2.6
Power LED, 2.5, 2.6 I/O ports, 2.6
Power low main power connector, 2.6
configuration, 3.64 power switch, 2.6
Power station configuration, 2.41 protection fuses, 2.6
Power supply, 2.2, 2.38 Relay
AC to DC conversion, 2.38 card unit, 2.24
connection to main, 2.6 configuration, 3.59, 3.60
DC to DC conversion, 2.38 normally closed, 2.21
grounding, 2.38 normally open, 2.21
input from main, 2.5 protection, 2.20
input requirements, 2.38 Restoring configuration, 3.18
protection fuses, 2.6 Resultant vector, 3.38
rating, 2.5 Rise time
specifications, 4.4 airgap value, 3.47
Power switch, 2.6 maximum value, 3.47
Power-on Peak value, 3.45
configuration, 3.64 Peak-to-peak value, 3.48
Power-up inhibit, 2.30 RMS, 3.45
configuration, 3.64 RMS value, B.2
Process process configuration, 3.44
AC value, B.2
airgap value, B.2 S
average value, B.2
DC value, B.2 Safeguard against false alarms, 2.17
maximum value, B.2 Safety, 1.3
none, B.2 static electricity buildup, 2.11
peak value, B.2 Sampling rate, 1.2
peak-to-peak value, B.2 Saving configuration, 3.17, 3.30
raw signal, B.2 Scroll
RMS value, B.2 arrow buttons, 3.3
Process validation pointers, 3.3
Status OK LED, 2.20 through character sets, 2.3
Processing and analog output module, 2.16, 3.39 Sensor
definition, 2.7 offset, 3.36
installation, 2.18 wiring, 2.12
processes, 2.17 Shaft, 2.36

displacement monitoring, 2.27 peak-to-peak value, 3.48
Smax , 2.17, 2.28 raw signal, 3.41
Software RMS, 3.44
RS-485 address setting via, 3.31 Tag Selection Chart, D.1
structure, C.1 Tags, 3.13
version number, 2.40 types, 3.13
Specifications, 4.1 Target
Static tag, 3.27 detection, 2.34
1/rev pulse, 3.57 installation, 2.36
digital inputs, 3.56 Task module, 2.7, 4.1
processing and analog output channel, 3.40 address DIP switch, 2.8
Status OK, 2.17 assignment, 3.31
LEDs, 2.4, 2.20, 3.24 basic requirements, 2.8
color coding, 2.4 digital input, 2.32
exceptions, 2.19 digital output, 2.32
voting logic, 2.4 displaying assignment, 3.22
measuring chain validation, 2.4, 3.24 expansion bay, 2.5
Status parameters mix and match, 2.8
inputs, 2.41 selection, 3.32
Straps, 2.36 Terminal assignment
Svector, 3.38 FOA-100 optoelectronic accelerometer with built-in
Synchronization conditioner, 2.13
signal, 2.28 PCS sensor, 2.13
theory, 2.29 synchronization probe, 2.34
Synchronization probe velocity transducer with bloc conditioner, 2.14
adjustment, 2.36 VM3.12, VM3.2 and VM5.0 with bloc conditioner,
cable, 2.34 2.15
fastening, 2.35 Wilcoxon 797L accelerometer, 2.14
installation, 2.34 Wilcoxon 797V velocimeter, 2.15
special support, 2.35 Termination resistance, 2.40
specifications, 4.2 Test mode, 2.3, 2.4
System hardware Third party sensors, 2.12
upgrade, 2.8 Threshold
System software alarms, 3.49
update, 3.19 levels, 2.3
System unit set selection, 2.31, 3.49, 3.51
processing and analog output channel, 3.54 Time
format, 3.7
T setting, 3.7, 3.24, 3.26
Time constant
Tag choice Average value, 3.44
AC value, 3.42 Time delay
airgap value, 3.47 alarms, 3.50, 3.52
alarms, 3.49 Transitory periods of the monitored machine, 2.31
average value, 3.43 Tree diagram, 3.2
bargraph, 3.68 Types of PCMCIA cards, 2.4, 4.3
DC value, 3.42
digital outputs, 3.57
U
external relay, 3.60
internal relay, 3.59 Up and Down arrow button
logic parameter, 3.64 monitoring mode, 2.3
maximum value, 3.46 Updating
none, 3.46 firmware, 3.31
peak value, 3.45 Updating configuration, 3.18, 3.30

Upgrading input range, 2.10
external relay card unit, 2.25 setting, 3.33
firmware, 2.40 installation, 2.11
internal relay module, 2.22 low limit setting, 3.34
processing and analog output module, 2.18 offset, 3.36
vibration input module, 2.11 relative vibration sensor, 2.10
Upstream, 2.34 sampling rate, 2.10
User interface, 3.1 specifications, 4.1
alphanumeric entry, 3.11 velocity transducer, 2.10
bargraph display, 3.14 wiring, 2.12
decimal point, 3.9 Vibration signal acquisition, 2.10
menu structure, 3.2 Virtual channels, 3.46
numeric entry, 3.9 Voting logic, 2.3, 2.4, 3.27, 3.62
selecting a Tag, 3.13
selecting an option, 3.4 W
Watchdog, 1.3
V
Wilcoxon Research accelerometers and velocity
Validation of the measuring chain, 2.4, 3.24 transducers vs status OK, 2.19
Version number, 3.24, 3.31 Wiring
VFD screen, 3.2 Digital I/O and synchronization module, 2.33
Vibration input channel input module, 2.12
status OK bargraph header, 3.16 internal relay driver and relay card, 2.26
Vibration input module, 3.32, B.1 internal relay module, 2.22
AC coupling, 3.36 processing and analog output module, 2.18
accelerometer transducer, 2.10
Channel OK, 3.37 Z
configuration, 3.33
definition, 2.7 ZOOM Configuration
displacement sensor, 2.10 Status parameter inputs, 2.17
Eddy current probe, 2.10 ZOOM monitoring system, 2.6, 2.7, 2.39
FOA-100 fiber-optic accelerometer, 2.10 communication network, 2.39
frequency low-pass filter, 3.36 power station configuration, 2.17
high limit setting, 3.35

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User Reference Manual

By VibroSystM Inc, Technical Documentation Group

PCU-100 is a registered trademark of VibroSystM Inc.

Telephone: (450) 646-2157

Chapter 2: System Hardware 2.1

Chapter 3: The User Interface 3.1

PCU-100 Programmable Unit - User Reference Manual Table of Contents • i

Appendix A: Unit Configuration A.1

Appendix B: Process Overview B.1

Appendix C: The VibraWatch Software Menu Structure C.1

Appendix E: Tag Selection Chart D.1

ii • Table of Contents PCU-100 Programmable Unit - User Reference Manual

Introducing the PCU-100

1.2: About Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Technology

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated

Installation and Handling Tips

2 Vacuum Fluorescent Display (VFD)

3 Left Arrow Button (T)

4 Up Arrow Button (U)

5 Down Arrow Button (V)

6 Right Arrow Button (S)

aA PCMCIA card Slot

aB Power LED (SYSTEM)

Vibration input Vibration input

aE Task Module expansion bay (PO1 to PO8)

aG PCMCIA Jumper Set (C7-C20)

aH Input/Output Ports (PO1 to PO8)

aI RS-485 communication port (optional)

bA Protection Fuses (2)

bB Main Power Input Port

System Profile Digital I/O Vibration Processing Protection

8-channel monitoring 1 4 2 internal (1)

2-channel monitoring 1 1 1 internal (2)

2-channel monitoring 1 1 1 internal (1)

4-channel monitoring 1 2 1 external (1)

4-channel monitoring 1 2 1 internal (2)

6-channel monitoring 1 3 2 external (2)

6-channel monitoring 1 3 2 external (1)

8-channel monitoring 1 4 2 external (1)

8-channel monitoring 1 4 2 external (1)

PCS-102 capacitive Tapping box for PCS-type Sensor signal to PCU-100

2.2.2.1: Installation and Wiring

Pin strip for PO8 raw Pin strip for vibration

Caution: Always use extreme caution when wiring peripheral devices.

Figure 2.5: Terminal assignment to the FOA-100 optoelectronic accelerometer with

V s- -24V DC, 15 mA power supply to conditioner

V in + Voltage input (0 to -20 V)

V in + Voltage input (0 to -20 V)

V s- -24V DC , 15 mA power supply to conditioner

V in + Voltage input (0 to -20 V)

Figure 2.8: Terminal assignment to Wilcoxon 797L accelerometer.

Figure 2.9: Terminal assignment to Wilcoxon 797V velocimeter.

Caution: WILCOXON RESEARCH accelerometers and velocemeters do not

Iin Current input (0 to 20 mA)

Figure 2.10: Terminal assignment to DCC-type conditioners.

Processed analog outputs

Figure 2.11: Functional diagram of the PCU-100 task modules

Pin strip for task module connector

0V (1) Power common

0V (2) Power common

2.2.3.2: Alarm Notification