imc SPARTAN Getting started - Marmatekmarmatek.com/.../2014/02/SPARTAN_Getting_Started.pdf · imc SPARTAN Getting started Doc. Version 4.0 Rev 10 - 06.02.2014 4 imc SPARTAN imc SPARTAN

imc SPARTANGetting started Doc. Version 4.0 Rev 10 - 06.02.2014

© 2014 imc Meßsysteme GmbH

imc Meßsysteme GmbH • Voltastraße 5 • 13355 Berlin • Germany

2 Table Of Contents


Table Of Contents

imc SPARTAN................................................................................................................................... 41.1 imc Customer Support / Hotline ................................................................................................................................... 51.2 Guidelines

......................................................................................................................................................... 51.2.1 Certificates and Quality Management

......................................................................................................................................................... 51.2.2 imc Guarantee

......................................................................................................................................................... 51.2.3 ElektroG, RoHS, WEEE

......................................................................................................................................................... 61.2.4 Product improvement

......................................................................................................................................................... 71.2.5 Important notes .................................................................................................................................................. 71.2.5.1 Remarks Concerning EMC.................................................................................................................................................. 71.2.5.2 FCC-Note.................................................................................................................................................. 81.2.5.3 Cables.................................................................................................................................................. 81.2.5.4 Other Provisions

................................................................................................................................... 81.3 General Notes ......................................................................................................................................................... 81.3.1 Instruction manual ......................................................................................................................................................... 91.3.2 Liability limitations ......................................................................................................................................................... 91.3.3 Guarantee ......................................................................................................................................................... 91.3.4 Before starting ......................................................................................................................................................... 91.3.5 Notes on maintenance and servicing

......................................................................................................................................................... 101.3.6 Safety .................................................................................................................................................. 101.3.6.1 Responsibility of the user.................................................................................................................................................. 101.3.6.2 Operating personnel.................................................................................................................................................. 111.3.6.3 Special dangers

................................................................................................................................... 121.4 Transport and storage ......................................................................................................................................................... 121.4.1 After unpacking ... ......................................................................................................................................................... 121.4.2 Transporting the device ......................................................................................................................................................... 131.4.3 Storage ......................................................................................................................................................... 131.4.4 Cleaning

................................................................................................................................... 131.5 Precautions for operation ......................................................................................................................................................... 141.5.1 Grounding, shielding of the devices

.................................................................................................................................................. 141.5.1.1 Grounding with the use of the included power adapter

.................................................................................................................................................. 141.5.1.2 Grounding with power supplied by a car battery

.................................................................................................................................................. 151.5.1.3 Shielding

.................................................................................................................................................. 151.5.1.4 Potential difference with synchronized devices......................................................................................................................................................... 161.5.2 Power supply

.................................................................................................................................................. 161.5.2.1 Main switch

.................................................................................................................................................. 171.5.2.2 REMOTE control......................................................................................................................................................... 191.5.3 Fuses (polarity-inversion protection) ......................................................................................................................................................... 191.5.4 Rechargeable accumulators and batteries

.................................................................................................................................................. 191.5.4.1 Lead-gel batteries

.................................................................................................................................................. 191.5.4.2 Li-ion batteries

Getting Started................................................................................................................................... 232.1 Installation - Software

......................................................................................................................................................... 232.1.1 System requirements ................................................................................................................................... 242.2 Connecting via LAN in four steps

......................................................................................................................................................... 242.2.1 Step 1: Determining the PC's IP-address

3Table Of Contents


......................................................................................................................................................... 262.2.2 Step 2: Connecting the measurement device

......................................................................................................................................................... 262.2.3 Step 3: IP-configuration via imc DEVICES Interface Configuration

......................................................................................................................................................... 282.2.4 Step 4: Integrating a device into an experiment ................................................................................................................................... 312.3 Ethernet Interface

......................................................................................................................................................... 312.3.1 Software requirements Ethernet-Interface

......................................................................................................................................................... 312.3.2 Network connection (cabeling)

......................................................................................................................................................... 312.3.3 TCP/IP network protocol

......................................................................................................................................................... 312.3.4 Assign the IP address ................................................................................................................................... 312.4 Firmware-Update

......................................................................................................................................................... 342.4.1 Enable / Disable ................................................................................................................................... 342.5 Continuing configuration

Connectors................................................................................................................................... 353.1 Connecting DSUB-15 adapter plug

......................................................................................................................................................... 363.1.1 Overview of the modules and connectors ................................................................................................................................... 373.2 Metal connector ................................................................................................................................... 383.3 DSUB-15 Pin configuration

......................................................................................................................................................... 383.3.1 Standard and Universal connector

......................................................................................................................................................... 393.3.2 Special connector

......................................................................................................................................................... 403.3.3 TEDS connector ................................................................................................................................... 413.4 DSUB-9 plugs

......................................................................................................................................................... 413.4.1 Pin configuration Display, Modem, GPS .................................................................................................................................................. 413.4.1.1 Display.................................................................................................................................................. 413.4.1.2 Modem (external).................................................................................................................................................. 413.4.1.3 GPS

......................................................................................................................................................... 423.4.2 Pin configuration of the field busses .................................................................................................................................................. 423.4.2.1 CAN-Bus (DSUB-9).................................................................................................................................................. 423.4.2.2 LIN-Bus (DSUB-9).................................................................................................................................................. 423.4.2.3 FlexRay-Bus (DSUB-9).................................................................................................................................................. 433.4.2.4 ARINC-Bus (DSUB-15)

................................................................................................................................... 443.5 DSUB-26 Pin configuration (High Density)

................................................................................................................................... 453.6 REMOTE plug

Last changes................................................................................................................................... 464.1 Error remedies in version (4.0 Rev 10) ................................................................................................................................... 464.2 Error remedies in version (4.0 Rev 9) ................................................................................................................................... 464.3 Error remedies in version (4.0 Rev 8) ................................................................................................................................... 464.4 Error remedies in version (4.0 Rev 7) ................................................................................................................................... 464.5 Changes in version 4.0 rev 7 ................................................................................................................................... 464.6 Error remedies in version (4.0 Rev 6) ................................................................................................................................... 464.7 Error remedies in version (4.0 Rev 2)

Index 47

imc SPARTAN Getting started Doc. Version 4.0 Rev 10 - 06.02.2014

imc SPARTAN4

imc SPARTAN

1.1 imc Customer Support / HotlineIf you have problems or questions, please contact our Customer Support/Hotline:

Germany:

imc Meßsysteme GmbH

Phone: +49 (0) 30 / 467 090 - 26

Fax: +49 (0) 30 / 463 15 76

WWW: www.imc-berlin.com

E-Mail: [email protected]

For our international partners see www.imc-berlin.com/our-partners/distributor.

If you contact us you would help us, if you know the serial number of your devices and the version info ofthe software. This documentation should also be on hand. Thank you!

http://www.imc-berlin.com

mailto:[email protected]

http://www.imc-berlin.com/our-partners/distributor/


imc Customer Support / Hotline 5

1.2 Guidelines1.2.1 Certificates and Quality Management

imc holds DIN-EN-ISO-9001 certification since May 1995.

You can download an English version of the CE Certification on our Webpage: http://www.imc-berlin.de/unternehmen/qs/ce-konformitaetserklaerung/. Current certificates and information about the imcquality system can be found on the Webpage: http://www.imc-berlin.com in section Customer Support.

For further information, please contact our hotline.

1.2.2 imc Guarantee

Subject to imc Meßsysteme GmbH's general terms and conditions.

1.2.3 ElektroG, RoHS, WEEE

The company imc Meßsysteme GmbH is registered under the following number:

WEEE Reg.- # DE 43368136

Brand: imc DEVICES

Category 9: Monitoring and control instruments exclusively for commercial use

Valid as of 24.11.2005

Our products fall under Category 9, "Monitoring and control instruments exclusively for commercial use"and are thus at this time exempted from the RoHS guidelines 2002/95/EG.

_______________________________________________________

The law (ElektroG) governing electrical and electronic equipment was announced on March 23, 2005 in the GermanFederal Law Gazette. This law implements two European guidelines in German jurisdiction. The guideline 2002/95/EG serves "to impose restrictions on the use of hazardous materials in electrical and electronic devices". In English-speaking countries, it is abbreviated as "RoHS" ("Restriction of Hazardous Substances").

The second guideline, 2002/96/EG "on waste electrical and electronics equipment" institutes mandatory acceptanceof returned used equipment and for its recycling; it is commonly referred to as WEEE guidelines ("Waste on Electricand Electronic Equipment").

The foundation "Elektro-Altgeräte Register" in Germany is the "Manufacturers’ clearing house" in terms of the lawon electric and electronic equipment ("ElektroG"). This foundation has been appointed to execute the mandatoryregulations.

http://www.imc-berlin.de/unternehmen/qs/ce-konformitaetserklaerung/

http://www.imc-berlin.de/unternehmen/qs/ce-konformitaetserklaerung/



imc SPARTAN6

1.2.4 Product improvement

Dear Reader!

We at imc hope that you find this manual helpful and easy to use. To help us in further improving thisdocumentation, we would appreciate hearing any comments or suggestions you may have.

In particular, feel free to give us feedback regarding the following:

Terminology or concepts which are poorly explained

Concepts which should be explained in more depth

Grammar or spelling errors

Printing errors

Please send your comments to the following address:

imc Meßsysteme GmbH

Voltastraße 5

D - 13355 Berlin

Phone: 0049 - 30 - 46 70 90 - 26

Fax: 0049 - 30 - 4 63 15 76

WWW: www.imc-berlin.com

e-mail: [email protected]


mailto:[email protected]


Guidelines 7

1.2.5 Important notes

1.2.5.1 Remarks Concerning EMCimc imc SPARTAN satisfies the EMC requirements for unrestricted use in industrial settings.

Any additional devices connected to imc SPARTAN must satisfy the EMC requirements as specified by theresponsible authority (within Europe2) in Germany the BNetzA - "Bundesnetzagentur" (formerly BMPT-Vfg. No. 1046/84 or No. 243/91) or EC Guidelines 2004/108/EEC. All products which satisfy theserequirements must be appropriately marked by the manufacturer or display the CE certification marking.

Products not satisfying these requirements may only be used with special approval of the regulatingbody in the country where operated.

All signal lines connected to imc SPARTAN must be shielded and the shielding must be grounded.

Note

The EMC tests were carried out using shielded and grounded input and output cables with theexception of the power cord. Observe this condition when designing your experiment to ensure highinterference immunity and low jamming.

Reference

See also General Notes \ Precautions for operation \ Grounding, shielding \ Shielding

2 If you are located outside Europe, please refer the appropriate EMC standards used in the country of operation.

1.2.5.2 FCC-NoteThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuantto Part 15 of the FCC Rules (CFR 15.105)3. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protectionagainst harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiateradio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may causeharmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will notoccur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or televisionreception, which can be determined by turning the equipment on and off, the user is encouraged to tryto correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver isconnected.

Consult our imc hotline or an experienced radio or television technician for help.

Modifications

The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that arenot expressly approved by imc may void the user's authority to operate this equipment.

3FCC - United States Federal Communications Commission

4


imc SPARTAN8

1.2.5.3 CablesConnections to this device must be made with shielded cables with metallic RFI/EMI connector hoods tomaintain compliance with FCC Rules and Regulations.

1.2.5.4 Other ProvisionsIndustrial Safety

We certify that imc SPARTAN in all product configuration options corresponding to this documentationconforms to the directives in the accident prevention regulations in "Electric Installations and IndustrialEquipment" (BGV-A3 of the Index of Accident Prevention Regulations of the Professional Guilds inGermany).

This certification has the sole purpose of releasing imc from the obligation to have the electricalequipment tested prior to first use (§ 5 Sec. 1, 4 of BGV-A3). This does not affect guarantee and liabilityregulations of the civil code.

_______________________________________________________

* formely VBG-4, refer http://www.bgfe.de

1.3 General NotesThis device has been conceived and designed to comply with the current safety regulations for dataprocessing equipment (which includes business equipment). If you have any questions concerningwhether or not you can use this device in its intended environment, please contact imc or your localdistributor.

The measurement system has been carefully designed, assembled and routinely tested in accordancewith the safety regulations specified in the included certificate of conformity and has left imc in perfectoperating condition. To maintain this condition and to ensure continued danger-free operation, the usershould pay particular attention to the remarks and warnings made in this chapter. In this way, youprotect yourself and prevent the device from being damaged.

Read this manual before turning the device on for the first time! Pay attention to any additionalinformation pages pertaining to the pin configuration etc. which may have been included with thismanual.

Warning

Before touching the device sockets and the lines connected to them, make sure static electricity isdrained. Damage arising from electrostatic discharge is not covered by the warrantee.

1.3.1 Instruction manual

This instruction manual provides important notes on using the device. The safe working is conditional oncompliance with all safety measures and instruction specified.

Additionally, all accident prevention and general safety regulations pertinent to the location at which thedevice is used must be adhered to.

This instruction manual exclusively describes the device, not how to operate the imc software ! Theinstructions for the imc measurement software are provided in their own manual. Read carefully themanual before beginning any work!

http://www.bgfe.de


General Notes 9

1.3.2 Liability limitations

All specifications and notes in the operating instruction manual are subject to applicable standards andregulations, and reflect the state of the art well as accumulated years of knowledge and experience.

The manufacturer declines any liability for damage arising from:

failure to comply with the instructions provided,

inappropriate use of the equipment,

additionally, the general terms and conditions of the company imc Mess-Systeme GmbH apply.

1.3.3 Guarantee

Each device is subjected to a 24-hour "burn-in" before leaving imc. This procedure is capable ofrecognizing almost all cases of early failure. This does not, however, guarantee that a component will notfail after longer operation. Therefore, all imc devices are guaranteed to function properly for two years.The condition for this guarantee is that no alterations or modifications have been made to the device bythe customer. Unauthorized intervention in the device renders the guarantee null and void.

1.3.4 Before starting

Existing ventilation slits must be kept unimpeded to avoid heat buildup in the device interior.

The devices have been designed for use in clean and dry environments. It is not to be operated in 1)exceedingly dusty and/ or wet environments, 2) in environments where danger of explosion exists nor 3)in environments containing aggressive chemical agents.

1.3.5 Notes on maintenance and servicing

No particular maintenance is necessary.

The specified maximum errors are valid for 1 year following delivery of the device under normaloperating conditions (note ambient temperature!).

There are a number of important device characteristics which should be subjected to precise checking atregular intervals. We recommend annual calibration. Our calibration procedure includes calibration ofinputs (checking of actual values of parameters; deviations beyond tolerance levels will be reported), acomplete system-checkup, newly performed balancing and subsequent calibration (the completeprotocol set with measurement values is available at an extra charge). Consult our Hotline for the pricefor system calibration according to DIN EN ISO 9001.

For devices with UPS functions, we recommend maintenance every 2-3 years.

Please note the hints for rechargeable batteries .

When returning the device in connection with complaints, please include a written, outlining descriptionof the problem, including the name and telephone number of the sender. This will help expedite theprocess of problem elimination.

For questions by telephone please be prepared to provide your device's serial number and have your imcinstallation software, as well as this manual at hand, thanks !

The serial number, necessary power supply, interface type and software version included can bedetermined from the plaque on the side of the device.

19


imc SPARTAN10

1.3.6 Safety

This section provides an overview of all important aspects of protection of personnel for reliable andtrouble-free operation.

Failure to comply with the instructions and protection notes provided here can result in serious danger.

1.3.6.1 Responsibility of the userThe device is for use in commercial applications. The user is therefore obligated to comply with legalregulations for work safety.

Along with the work safety procedures described in this instruction manual, the user must also conformto regulations for safety, accident prevention and environmental protection which apply to the work site.

The user must also ensure that any personnel assisting in the use of the device have also read andunderstood the instruction manual.

1.3.6.2 Operating personnel

Warning

Danger of injury due to inadequate qualifications!

Improper handling may lead to serious damage to personnel and property. When in doubt, consultqualified personnel.

Work which may only be performed by trained imc personnel may not be performed by the user. Anyexceptions are subject to prior consultation with the manufacturer and are conditional on havingobtained corresponding training.

The instruction manual distinguishes the following degrees of qualification for performing variousactions:

Users of the measurement equipment. Fundamentals of measurement engineering.Recommended: knowledge of foundations of electrical engineering. Familiarity with the MicrosoftWindows operating system. Users may not open or modify the device.

Qualified personnel is able, due to training in the field and to possession of skills, experience andfamiliarity with the relevant regulations, to perform work assigned while independently recognizingany hazards.


General Notes 11

1.3.6.3 Special dangersThis segment states what residual dangers have been identified by the hazard analysis.Observe thesafety notes listed here and the warnings appearing in subsequent chapters of this manual in order toreduce health risks and to avoid dangerous situations.

Warning

DANGER!

Lethal danger from electric current!

Contact with conducting parts is associated with immediate lethal danger. Damageto the insulation or to individual components can be lethally dangerous.

Therefore:

In case of damage to the insulation, immediately cut off the power supply andhave repair performed.

Work on the electrical equipment must be performed exclusively by expertelectricians.

During all work performed on the electrical equipment, it must be deactivated andtested for static potential.

Warning

DANGER!

Injuries from hot surfaces!

Devices from imc are designed so that their surface temperatures do not exceedlimits stipulated in EN 61010-1 under normal conditions.

Therefore:

Handles are provided in order to ensure safe operation (for imc CRONOSflexsystems the handles must be "clicked" the devices).

Surfaces whose temperature can exceed the limits under circumstances aredenoted by the symbol shown at left.


imc SPARTAN12

1.4 Transport and storage1.4.1 After unpacking ...

Check the delivered system immediately upon receiving it for completeness and for possible transportdamage.

In case of damage visible from outside, proceed as follows:

Do not accept the delivery or only accept it with reservations

Note the extent of the damage on the packing documents or on the delivery service's packing list.

Begin the claims process.

Please check the device for mechanical damage and/ or loose parts after unpacking it. The supplier mustbe notified immediately of any transportation damage! Do not operate a damaged device!

Check that the list of accessories is complete:

230/110 V AC/DC-supply unit with mains cable

Getting Started with imc SPARTAN (printed version)

Manufacturer's Calibration Certificate

1 x crossed Ethernet network cable and 1 x uncrossed

1 x LEMO connector

optional: removable hard drive (µ-Disk), GPS receiver etc.

Note

File a claim about every fault as soon as it is detected. Claims for damages can only be honoredwithin the stated claims period.

1.4.2 Transporting the device

When transporting the device, always use the original packaging or a appropriate packaging whichprotects the device against knocks and jolts. If transport damages occur, please be sure to contact theimc Customer Support. Damage arising from transporting is not covered in the manufacturer'sguarantee.


Transport and storage 13

1.4.3 Storage

As a rule, the measurement device can be stored at temperatures ranging from -20 to +85°C. Alsoobserve manufacturer’s instructions pertaining to any optional accessories such as internal hard drive,Display, etc.

1.4.4 Cleaning

Always unplug the power supply before cleaning the device. Only qualified service technicians arepermitted to clean the housing interior.

Do not use abrasive materials or solutions which are harmful to plastics. Use a dry cloth to cleanthe housing. If the housing is particularly dirty, use a cloth which has been slightly moistened in acleaning solution and then carefully wrung out. To clean the corners, slits etc. of the housing, use asmall soft dry brush.

Do not allow liquids to enter the housing interior.

Be certain that the ventilation slits remain unobstructed.

1.5 Precautions for operationCertain ground rules for operating the system, aside from reasonable safety measures, must be observedto prevent danger to the user, third parties, the device itself and the measurement object. These are theuse of the system in conformity to its design, and the refraining from altering the system, since possiblelater users may not be properly informed and may ill-advisedly rely on the precision and safety promisedby the manufacturer.

If you determine that the device cannot be operated in a non-dangerous manner, then the device isto be immediately taken out of operation and protected from unintentional use. Taking this action isjustified under any of the following conditions:

I. the device is visibly damaged,II. loose parts can be heard within the device,III.the device does not workIV.the device has been stored for a long period of time under unfavorable conditions (e.g.

outdoors or in high-humidity environments).

1. Observe the data in the chapter "Technical Specifications", to prevent damage to the unit throughinappropriate signal connection.

2. Note when designing your experiments that all input and output leads must be provided withshielding which is connected to the protection ground ("CHASSIS") at one end in order to ensurehigh resistance to interference and noisy transmission.

3. Unused, open channels (having no defined signal) should not be configured with sensitive inputranges since otherwise the measurement data could be affected. Configure unused channels with abroad input range or short them out. The same applies to channels not configured as active.

4. If you are using a internal device drive, observe the notes in the imc DEVICES manual. Particularcare should be taken to comply with the storage device’s max. ambient temperature limitation.

5. Avoid prolonged exposure of the device to sunlight.


imc SPARTAN14

1.5.1 Grounding, shielding of the devicesIn order to comply with Part 15 of the FCC-regulations applicable to devices of Class B, the system mustbe grounded. Grounding is also the condition for the validity of the technical specifications stated.

imc SPARTAN devices can be equipped with two different supply units (please consider the followingtwo pictures variant A and B). For example a SPARTAN-R is equipped with the variant B. You can

distinguish the variants at the different positions of the plugs.

A

Variant A:The DC-supply input on thedevice itself (LEMO-plug, female) is not galvanically isolated fromthe housing (CHASSIS): -SUPPLY input is galvanicallyconnected to CHASSIS internally.That means the decive's internalpower supply circuitry comprisesnon-isolating DC/DC converter. B

Variant B:The DC-supply input on the deviceitself (LEMO-plug, female) isgalvanically isolated from thehousing (CHASSIS):-SUPPLY input is not connected toCHASSIS internally. That meansthe decive's internal power supplycircuitry comprises isolating DC/DC converter.

1.5.1.1 Grounding with the use of the included power adapter

imc SPARTAN system with a supply unit variant B (DC-supply input on the device itself (LEMO-plug, female) is galvanicallyisolated from the housing (CHASSIS)) with AC/DC power adapter

Use of the included table-top power adapter is protected by the power plug's protection groundconnection: at the adapter's LEMO terminal, both the (-) pole of the supply voltage as well as theshielding and connector pod are connected with the power cable's protection ground.

1.5.1.2 Grounding with power supplied by a car battery

imc SPARTAN system with a supply unit variant B (DC-supply input on the device itself (LEMO-plug, female) is galvanicallyisolated from the housing (CHASSIS)) input with isolated DC-supply (e.g. battery)

If the power supply (e.g. car battery) and the measurement device are at different voltage levels, then ifthey were connected by the supply line, it would cause a ground loop. For such cases, the isolated

14

14


Precautions for operation 15

internal device power supply ensures separation of the two voltage levels. The ground reference for themeasurement device must then be established in a separate step.

Isolated power inputs avoids ground loops in distributed topologies

With stationary installations and the use of (already isolated) AC/DC adapters, any system grounddifferentials between the device and the central or local power supplies may not be relevant. The big issuein such a case, in contrast to mobile, in-vehicle applications, is from where to obtain a reliable groundvoltage. Since it is convenient to use the AC power supply’s protection ground line as the ground voltage,the LEMO-terminated AC/DC adapters for imc measurement devices are designed so that the protectionground line is connected all the way through to the LEMO connector’s housing, thus securing the device’svoltage level to protection ground. Additionally, in the AC/DC-adapter’s LEMO-terminal (not the device’sLEMO-socket!), the reference ground of the power adapter is connected with the housing’s (CHASSIS)protection ground: Since the AC/DC power adapter is already isolating, as is the power input, this supplyvoltage’s reference would not initially be defined and can be set arbitrarily. In particular for reasons ofsuppressing HF (high-frequency) interference signals stemming from the AC/DC switching power adapter,direct grounding is normally advisable.

1.5.1.3 ShieldingAlso, all signal leads to the device must be shielded and the shielding grounded (electric contact betweenthe shielding and the plug housing "CHASSIS").

To avoid compensation currents, always connect the shielding to one side (potential) only.If the imc DSUBblock screw terminal plug is used, the shielding should be connected to the pull-relief clamp on the cablebushing. This part of the conductor-coated plastic plug housing has electrical contact to the device'shousing, just as Terminals 15 and 16 (labeled: "CHASSIS", to the left and right of the imc-plug cablebushing) do; but is preferable to the "CHASSIS" terminals for optimum shielding.

1.5.1.4 Potential difference with synchronized devices

Note

When using multiple devices connected via the SYNC plug for synchronization purposes, ensure that alldevices are at the same voltage level. Any potential differences among devices may have to be evenedout using an additional line having adequate cross section.If the synchronized devices are at different voltage levels, they should be compensated by means of alead having the appropriate cross-section. If the SYNC plug at your device is equipped with a yellow ringit is already isolated and it is protected against potential differences (concerning devices as of summer2012).Alternatively it is possible to isolate the devices by using the module ISOSYNC, see also chapterSynchronization in the imc STUDIO / imc DEVICES manual.


imc SPARTAN16

1.5.2 Power supplyThe device is powered by a DC-supply voltage which is supplied via a 2-pole LEMO-plug.

Device LEMO plug type designation Size

imc SPARTAN-1 to 8 FGG.1B.302 CLAD.52ZN (middle)

imc SPARTAN-R FGG.2B.302.CLAD.82ZN (big)

The permissible supply voltage range is 10 to 32 V (DC) at 130 W max. consumption. The productpackage includes either a corresponding desktop supply unit with 24 V , DC and a max. powerconsumption of 150 W or a desktop supply unit with 15 V , DC and a max. power consumption of 60 W.The mains voltage is 110 to 240V 50/60Hz.

Note

Please note, that the operation temperature of the desktop supply is prepared for 0°C to 40°C, even ifyour measurement devices is designed for extended temperature range!

If the LEMO-plug is assembled with an appropriate cable it can be connected to a DC-voltage source suchas a car battery. When using this, note the following:

Grounding of the device must be provided. If the supply voltage source has a ground reference(ground connected to the (–) terminal), then the device is automatically grounded via the (–)terminal. The table-top power supply unit is configured in this manner.

The feed line must have low resistance, the cable must have an adequate cross-section. Anyinterference-suppressing filters which may be inserted into the line must not have any series inductorgreater than 1 mH. Otherwise an additional parallel-capacitor is needed.

Pin configuration:

The +pin is marked with a red dot.

1.5.2.1 Main switch

Switch ON

The device's main switch is a power-on button with a built-in "POWER"-LED. Inorder to activate the device the button must be pressed down for approx. 1 sec. Theactivation is indicated by the "POWER"-LED flashing. If the device boots correctly,three short beep-tones are emitted.

Switch OFF

In order to shut down the device the button must be pressed down again for approx.1 sec. During the deactivation the "POWER"-LED is blinking constantly. Themeasured files on the internal hard drive involved are closed before the deviceswitches off by itself. This process takes up to 10 seconds. Holding the power-onbutton down is not necessary!

If no measurement is currently running, it takes only approx. one second for thedevice to be deactivated.



1.5.2.2 REMOTE controlimc SPARTAN measurement devices can be switched on and off remotely, by control signals that areaccessible at the "REMOTE" connector of the device. These can be operated by externally installedmanual switches, relais contacts or electronic switching elements.

Depending on the different supply unit variants, used by the various imc SPARTAN types, several distinctswitching functions and operating modes are available as described in the tables below. The mainoperating mode, available for all types, is the basic ON/OFF push button action performed with onesingle temporarily closing contact: Connecting the signals "ON/OFF" (Pin13) and "SWITCH" (Pin2) for atleast a short time, activates the device as with the green main switch . Once powered up, the devicecan be switched off by connecting the two signals once again, that means at least releasing theconnection and connecting again.

REMOTE functions concerning only the imc SPARTAN devices with a supply unit variant A :

Signal Function Connection Remarks DSUB-15

SWITCH switch signal /reference

connect to ON/OFF, ON

2, 3

ON static activation / deactivation

connect toSWITCH

starting only when external power supply is available.Power up from internal battery is not supported(blocked)

1. permanently jumpered with SWITCH: automatic start with external power supply

2. with a static contact (ON), no push-button! closed: on closed: off

10

ON/OFF push-button forstart / shutdown

connect toSWITCH

Startup from internal battery is supported.

Brief connection will initiate start and shutdown

13

REMOTE functions concerning only the imc SPARTAN devices with a supply unit variant B :



connect to ON/OFF, ON, OFF

Power up from internal battery is supported! 2

SWITCH1 activation onlyfrom externalpower supply

connect to ON static, permanently jumpered: for automatic activationupon application of an external supply

3

ON activation connect toSWITCH orSWITCH1

1. permanently jumpered to SWITCH1: automatic start with external power supply e.g. in vehicle

2. with two contacts (ON, OFF) or a toggle switch: single pole double throw (SPDT)

either temporary (push button) or static connections push button operation will prevent restart after automatic shutdown

10

OFF deactivation connect toSWITCH

with two contacts (ON, OFF) or a toggle switch eithertemporary (push button) or static connections

9

ON/OFF push button for start / shutdown

connect toSWITCH

Brief connection will initiate start and shutdown 13

K15-mode controllingactivation withan external lowpower controlsignal

jumper toSWITCH

K15-mode=SWITCH will enable K15 control mode:control voltage to be applied to "ON": startup: >9 V shutdown: <2 V (do not leave floating!) (no significant current drawn)

12

16

14

14


imc SPARTAN18


MUTE muting the UPS buzzer

connect toCHASSIS

e.g. for acoustic applications 5

RESET immediateshutdownwithout datasaving

connect toCHASSIS

in case of malfunction, only.

(usually not necessary)

1

RESET_GND

reference for MUTE and RESET CHASSIS

Note If pins 2 and 13 are connected via a closed two-way switch, the device remains activated throughout. The devices' green push-button has no effect in such a case!

In order to turn the device off, the switch must be opened and then closed again(behavior of a push button switch)

When using electronic switching elements (like FET or bipolar transitors), voltagelevels and direction of current flow has to be considered. Please note the specificconditions on different imc SPARTAN types characterized by their supply unit (variantA and B) with different. Typical application circuits are shown below:devices with a supply unit variant A

devices with a supply unit variant B

14

14



Pin configuration of the REMOTE plug (female).

1.5.3 Fuses (polarity-inversion protection)

The device supply input is equipped with maintenance-free polarity-inversion protection. No fuses orsurge protection is provided here. Particularly upon activation of the device, high current peaks are to beexpected. When using the device with a DC-voltage supply and custom-designed supply cable, be sure totake this into account by providing adequate cable cross-section.

1.5.4 Rechargeable accumulators and batteries

1.5.4.1 Lead-gel batteriesDevices which come with the optional UPS-Function contain maintenance-free lead-gel batteries.Charging these internal backup batteries is accomplished automatically when the activated devicereceives a supply voltage. Due to the inevitable leakage of charge we recommend that the device beactivated for 6 to 9 hours at least every 3 months to prevent the batteries from dying. In case the UPS isused a lot (many discharge and recharge cycles), the life time depends on how much (deep) it has beendischarged (is the UPS buffering only for a short time or is the UPS discharged completely every time?).The manufacturer specifies 200 cycles @100% discharging and 1200 cycles @ 30% and 25°C ambienttemperature. (that should be true in general for all Pb batteries.)

Note imc recommend maintenance every 2-3 years.

Do not throw the lead-gel accumulators in the household garbage.

1.5.4.2 Li-ion batteriesDevices can be equipped with an UPS supply unit, based on large capacity Li-ion batteries that allow forvery long backup buffer duration. Devices with Li-ion batteries are equipped with power supply inputcircuitry that is galvanically isolated from the device housing (CHASSIS). Note that all instructionsregarding grounding and shielding for devices with isolated power supply input apply. Li-ion UPS modulesfeature intelligent charging control. Charging of the batteries is performed automatically when thedevice is switched on and receives an external supply voltage.

The Li-ion batteries (Smart Batteries) are accessible for exchange, with a keyed insertion mechanism,secured against reversed polarity.

Note Due to the inevitable leakage and self-discharge of the Smart Batteries werecommend a regular recharging cycle at least every 3 months that a device has notbeen in use (device must be switched on for charging).

Note imc recommend maintenance every 2 to 3 yearsand for extended temperature range every 1 to 2 yearsDo not deposit Li-ion batteries in domestic recycling containers!

45


imc SPARTAN20

Technical Specs of the UPS module

Charging time for each Li-ion battery(device must be switched on)

up to 3 h

Temperature range for Li-ion battery charge(battery temperature)

0°C to +45°Cabove +45°C a charge of the batteries isinhibited (green charge level indicatorLED stops flashing)!

Temperature range for Li-ion battery operation(battery temperature)

-20°C to +69°CTo protect the batteries attemperatures above 60°C the UPSbuffer time constant is reduced to 15seconds, regardless of configuredsetting!

Capacity of each Li-ion battery

Nominal ratings at 21°C!The available effective capacity depends on load andtemperature. At temperatures below 0°C the usablecapacity is reduced to a fraction of nominal values at 21°C.

Example for Li-ion battery (at approx. 40 W load):approx. 85% at -10°Capprox. 55% at -20°C

69 Wh (small, CRFX/HANDLE-LI-IO-L)95 Wh (large, CRC/B-Li-IO-1 and -2)

Technical Specs of the used Li-ion Battery - Smart Battery

Storage (recommended) -20°C to +60°C

Charging (recommended) 0°C to +45°C

Discharging (recommended) -10°C to +50°C

Temperature range as rated by SmartBattery manufacturer!

Manufacturers of the individual Li-ioncells used, specify a dischargingtemperature range of -20°C to +60°C

Internal protection circuitry of theSmart Batteries prevent discharge

above 75°C 5°C

Passive temperature fuse

Once triggered, the passive temperature fuse cannot bereset thus irreversibly rendering the battery useless!

+93°C (tolerance: +0°C, -5°C)

Relative Humidity 80%



Notes on Li-ion Smart Batteries:

Failing to adhere to the recommended temperature ranges for storing, charging and dischargingwill not render the battery pack unsafe but will reduce its life expectancy and capacity.

If Smart Batteries are stored in low charge state (<10%) they will age faster.

When storing discharged Smart Batteries, internal deep discharge protection circuitry may getactivated. This will cause the following charge cycle to run through a reactivation procedure,starting with a very low charging current. This may prolong the required charging time.

Prolonged storage of discharged batteries is not recommended and may cause irreversible damageto the battery!

The battery may temporarily deactivate itself in response to:-excessive temperature -excessive discharge current (e.g. due to short circuit)-insufficient cell voltage (to prevent discharge)Otherwise the UPS is operable as long as the battery does not prevent discharge.

Once the passive temperature fuse has been triggered, it cannot be reset and thus renders thebattery pack unusable. The rated temperature may not be exceeded!

For safety reasons, the Li-ion batteries may not be exposed to temperatures exceeding 100°C!

Note In order to preserve maximum life expectancy of the Smart Batteries they should berecharged at least every 3 months. The device must be switched on for charging!

State of charge indicator of the Li-ion batteries

The state of charge of the Li-ion batteries is indicated by different signal patterns of the LEDs. Theposition of the LEDs on your measurement device can differ from the pictures below. The followingsignal patterns can be interpreted as follows:

state of charge:75% to 100% 50% to 74% 25% to 49% 10% to 24%

Flashing at 2 Hz

<10%

During active charging the last active one of the four green status LEDs flashes at a rate of approx onesecond. In contrast to this, the warning signal at very low state of charge (<10%) consists in thelowermost (“25”) flashing at an even faster rate.

The UPS Status LED is bicolor. In case of an error it flashes red.


imc SPARTAN22

Error Conditions

If the UPS Status LED flashes alternating red and green, a long term continuous battery operation is

<75 5°C (1) . In this case, the buffer timeconstant of the UPS is reduced to 15 seconds, regardless of the configured setting. Thus, in case of anoutage of the external power supply automatic shutdown procedure will already be initiated after 15seconds, stopping the current measurement, storing all data and turning off the device.

The following error conditions are indicated by LED signal patterns:

Battery is not present or cannot bedetected

Internal Error (UPS may not beoperable)

Battery operation is inhibited and theUPS is not operable 5°C (2)

(1) ±5°C due to tolerances of internal temperature measurement of the battery

± 5°C. The UPS may only be operable againonce the batteries have cooled down to 65°C.



Getting Started

2.1 Installation - SoftwareThe associated measurement engineering software, the configuration and operating interface for all imcinstruments, provides the devices with exceedingly versatile functionality. It achieves comprehensive totalsolutions for everything from laboratory tests through mobile data logger application all the way to completeindustrial test stations.

Use of software requires a license, subject to the purchase order and configuration (see e.g. imc STUDIOmanual product configuration / license).

In order to be able to install or uninstall imc STUDIO products, you must be registered with a user accountpossessing administrator rights to the PC. This applies to the overwhelming majority of all installations ofWindows. However, if you are only logged on to your PC without administrator rights, log off and log backon with an administrator user account. If you do not possess an administrator user account, you will needthe support or your system administrator or IT department.

You will find a detailed description to the installation of the software in the adequate manual or gettingstarted (imc STUDIO / imc DEVICES). Please consider also the special references of Windows Vista and/or Windows 7.

2.1.1 System requirements

The minimum requirements of the PC, the recommended configuration for the PC, the supportedoperating system are mentioned in the datasheets and the adequate manual or getting started (imcSTUDIO / imc DEVICES).


Getting Started24

2.2 Connecting via LAN in four stepsThe most common case is described below: the PC and the device are connected via cable or hub. Thedevice's IP-address must be set in the PC's address range. Subsequently, the device can be connectedwith the PC. If a connection has ever been established previously, the software knows the device'shardware configuration. In that case, experiment configurations can be prepared without any connectionto the device.

2.2.1 Step 1: Determining the PC's IP-address

Before you start your device configuration, you should find your PC's IP-address (the following screenshots and texts are related to MS Windows XP).

To open the configuration dialog, use one of the following:

Open the Windows "Help and Support" function and search for the term "TCP/IP Settings", openthe first search hit and click on "Network settings"

Open the Windows Start menu, select "Run" and enter the following command in the edit box:control netconnections

The "Network Connections" window appears:

"Network Connections" window -> "Local Area Connection"

Then right-click the mouse over the entry for your "Local Area Connection" and then select the item"Properties" in the context menu once again.


Connecting via LAN in four steps 25

Then the "Local Area Connection Properties" window appears.

First click in the list on "Internet protocol (TCP/IP)" (1) und then on "Properties" (2). Please note the IP-address (3) and your computer's subnet mask (4) as seen in the following example screen shots.

Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Settings for TCP/IP

If "Obtain IP-address automatically" (DHCP) is selected, no IP address is displayed. In this case, you haveto determine the current IP-address using the Command Prompt. Note, however, that automaticallyobtained IP-addresses might change the next time the operating system is started! Start the CommandPrompt via the Windows Start menu by selecting Programs : Accessories: Command Prompt and thenenter ipconfig or ipconfig /all for more detailed information:

Result of the command "ipconfig"


Getting Started26

2.2.2 Step 2: Connecting the measurement device

When you connect the imc measurement device directly to your PC, you must used a "crossed" networkcable (included in package, black color). If the measurement device is connected to the network via anetwork hub or switch, or a patch box, use an uncrossed network cable (red color, included). Todaynetwork hubs are able to switch electronically. Hence you can use both cable types.

2.2.3 Step 3: IP-configuration via imc DEVICES Interface Configuration

Start imc DEVICES Interface Configuration from the Windows Start menu group imc. Click on the symbol next to your PC's name in order to start an automatic device search. Then all available devicesappear in the tree diagram under your PC. Double-click over the device and select the item LAN.

Display of measurement devices found and of the IP-address

If the option Use DHCP is checked, the IP-address is obtained automatically from the DHCP-server andthere is impossibility of changing the settings. If there is a direct connection between the device and thePC with a crossed cable, you should deactivate the DHCP. If it is impossible to obtain any setting valuesvia DHCP, the default values are used. These could lead to errors in the connection (different networks,same IP-addresses, etc.).

Without DHCP, you must set the IP-address manually. Please note that the device's and PC's IP-addressmust fit together, in other words that in the network mask only the portion representing the device isdifferent (see example). Analogously, you can also make modem or PCMCIA card settings.

Example for IP settings PC Device

IP-address 10. 0. 0. 34 10. 0. 0. 45

Network mask 255.255.255. 0 255.255.255. 0



In order to apply the changes, click in the tree diagram on the device name and then on the button Accept. Wait for the device to restart and then close the program imc DEVICES Interface Configuration.

Accepting the network settings for the device


Getting Started28

2.2.4 Step 4: Integrating a device into an experiment

For imc STUDIO:

Now you are ready to add the device to the imc STUDIO experiment. Start the program imc STUDIO.

If your device is unknown to the system, first perform the device search. Use the menu button Search

for devices ( ).

Select the desired device.

Once you click in the checkbox Selected for the desired device, it is ready to use in the experiment (seeDevice is known and Selected).

You can also select multiple devices for your experiment.

Now the device is known. After the next program start it is available for selection.

For further information, see the documentation on plug-in Setup.

For imc DEVICES:

Start the program imc DEVICES. Click in the menu on Select device....

Dialog Devices selection



Click on New. The Add Device Interface dialog appears.

Add Device interface

If you have not yet added any device on this computer, then performing the network searchautomatically calls a dialog which can also be opened by the "Network settings" button.

Selection of TCP/IP or NetBEUI devices

Activate the protocol which uses the measurement device and confirm your choice with OK.


Getting Started30

In the Add Device Interface dialog, a search is then performed for all devices in the PC's address spaceonce you push the "Network search" button. Subsequently, the measurement devices appear in the list:

Available devices

Select your measurement device and confirm your selection with OK. The measurement device is thenavailable for your measurements. In the Device selection window, the available devices not yet involvedin any experiment are listed on the left side. In order to use them for an experiment, click on the button Add. In order to check a device's properties, highlight its entry and then click on the button Properties.

Added devices can be used in the experiment if they are brough onto the right side.

Exit the device selection window with OK.



Note

Windows 7 saves the list of devices individually for each user.

Click in the imc DEVICES menu on the item New, to create a new experiment. In the main imc DEVICESwindow, select the menu item Devices / Connect. After an automatic check of the device state, you canbegin your experiment. imc DEVICES may require a firmware update if the device does not use thesame software version. Otherwise, you can proceed to operation next.

2.3 Ethernet Interface2.3.1 Software requirements Ethernet-Interface

In order to use the measurement device with Ethernet, it is necessary that windows is installed with anetwork protocol. The icon called network in the subfolder control system should display the settings forthe network.

2.3.2 Network connection (cabeling)

There are two different ways to connect an imc measurement device to a network.

The measurement device is connected with an existing network. Modern network components(switches, onboard network interfaces at the PC) will detect automatically (MDI Crossover function)the cabling (crossover, straight through).

The measurement devices directly connected with the PC (pear to pear connection). If there is an oldPC in use with a network component that does not support the MDI Crossover function, use acrossover network cable.

2.3.3 TCP/IP network protocol

Before starting with a device you will need to configure this protocol. Current imc measurement devicesreceive the IP-adress along with the extra program IF-Config. The program is accessed via the Startmenu, in the imc program group - Interface Configuration. The adequate manual or getting started (imcSTUDIO / imc DEVICES) display a step-by-step instruction.

2.3.4 Assign the IP address

The IP-address of the imc measurement device must be set in the address range of the PC. If so thedevice should be connected with the PC.

2.4 Firmware-UpdateEach software version includes the most current hardware firmware. This makes it easy to update thesystem with new functions, for example. Depending on the particular device model, the followingcomponents are automatically loaded: Interface-Firmware (Ethernet, Modem, ...), Boot-program and thefirmware of the amplifier.

The firmware-update is only necessary if the imc DEVICES software was delivered as an update. If youreceived your device together with the software, no firmware-update is required.

Once the program connects up with the unit, the device's firmware is checked. If the software versiondoesn't match the device's firmware version, you are asked if you want to perform a firmware-update.

31


Getting Started32

The dialog for the firmware-update looks like this:

The state of the components of the firmware is diaplayed in the list.

Interface Interface-Firmware (Ethernet)

Booter Start-up program for the device upon switching-on

Operating system Device operating system

Online Online-functions and hard drive controller

Display Operating system of the connected display

Field bus Field bus

Signal conditioners Amplifiers

If no status indicators are displayed, no connection could be made to the corresponding device.


Firmware-Update 33

The following symbols for the individual firmware components appear in the list:

not current

firmware conforms to current standards

error occurred during update procedure

this option is not available on the device

Select the device to be updated and then the softkey Update.

During the update, which can last up to several minutes, a progress indicator appears.

Do not interrupt the firmware update!

Be absolutely certain to observe the following:1. Under no circumstances should the device or its power supply be deactivated during the firmware

update!2. The network connection may not be interrupted. Use a cable connection, not WLAN!

For a variety of reasons, the firmware update sometimes does not conclude properly, for example dueto interruption of the power supply. For instance, the "handshake signal" at the end of the proceduremay be missing. In this case, no measurement channels would be displayed initially. However,restarting the device and its software and performing the firmware update again usually restoreseverything to normal. It may be necessary to call the menu function "Update all components" in the FW-Update dialog'sOptions menu. This scenario only results in permanent damage in the most rare cases, and it is veryworthwhile to repeat the procedure before sending a device in for repair.

Behaviour under error condition, Windows cuts off the network connection without the user'sknowledge; but this can be prevented using the PC's Control Panel.Background: During the firmware updates there is no data transfer for a few minutes and thus nonetwork activity; Windows detects inactivity of the connection and the following mechanisms are setin motion:a. Windows' energy saving mode switches the LAN adapter off, consequently interrupting the

network connection!b. Windows switches to the next LAN adapter if there is one (some PCs have multiple adapters in

order to, for instance, access SAP or Novell in parallel, which are often running on separatenetworks.

c. Windows switches to an alternative IP-address which can be set (so-called fallback address oralternative-IP; the settings depend on the respective LAN driver) This case is widely prevalentespecially in companies having an IT administration. As of Version 2.7R3, this case is circumvented.

d. Other scenarios are feasible, e.g. if switches are activated, which can also respond to missing datatraffic.

If an error message is posted during the firmware update, leave the device on and contact the imcHotline. It may be possible to continue the firmware-update under the guidance of the Hotline using aservice program.

The Options menu offers the option to Update all components. Thismakes it possible to earmark all the components of the selected devicefor an update. The function is only to be used in compliance withinstructions from the imc-Hotline.


Getting Started34

Note

A message box will appear to notify you if and when the firmware-update has been completedsuccessfully.

The File menu offers a function for working with the log file. Every action taken during a firmwareupdate plus any errors which may occur are recorded in a log file. This log file can be displayed with

menu command File Show log file...

The firmware belonging to the amplifiers installed in the device is only updated if there was afirmware change along with the respective imc DEVICES / imc STUDIO software version.

2.4.1 Enable / Disable

It is possible to prevent an unintentional firmware update. For this purpose, the "Password for FW-update" control is provided in the Properties dialog under the Devices menu.

2.5 Continuing configurationOnce the interface has been defined, the imc software tries to connect with measurement device inorder to detect the device's hardware configuration. Depending on the number of devices and theirconfigurations, this can last up to several minutes.


Continuing configuration 35

Connectors

3.1 Connecting DSUB-15 adapter plugThe Standard connector is a 1:1 DSUB-15 toscrew terminal adapter. It can be used for allmodules which come with the corresponding pinconfiguration. Apart from specific labeling, thoseconnectors are electrically identical.

The Special connector do not offer directadaption from the DSUB pins to the screwterminals, but instead come with extra functions:

For current measurement (up to 50 mA) with voltage channels the Shunt connector (ACC/DSUB(M)-I2 and I4) have a built-in 50 shunt.The scaling factor 0.02 A/V must be set in orderto display the current value.

For temperature measurements, a special,patented Thermo connector (ACC/DSUB(M)-T4) is available. This DSUB-15 connector is suitedfor measurement of voltages as well astemperatures with PT100 and thermocoupleswith integrated cold junction compensation(CJC). Any types of thermocouples can beconnected at the differential inputs (+IN and -IN).It also has additional “auxiliary contacts” forconnecting PT100 in 4-wire configurations, wherethe reference current loop is already pre-wiredinternally.The Thermo connector can also beused for normal voltage measurement.

Plastic connector (ACC/DSUB-)

Metal connector (ACC/DSUBM-)

The Universal connector (ACC/DSUB(M)-UNI2) contains an additional built-in PT1000 temperaturesensor providing cold junction compensation (CJC) for thermocouple measurement. If this function is notrequired, it is also possible to use a Standard connector for other measurement types.

The ICP connector (ACC/DSUB(M)-ICP2 and ICP4) provide a current supply source as well as acapacitive coupling.

The TEDS connectors are special, TEDS capable (according to IEEE1451.4 for the use with imc Plug &Measure) imc plugs for saving sensor information. The sensor-TEDS are serial PROMS which areconnected with an amplifier channel via a digital signal line (One-wire-PROM). For a detailed descriptionof the use of TEDS, see the imc STUDIO User's Manual.

Note on the screw terminals of the connector

To connect the measurement leads with the screw terminals, suitable leads should have amaximum cross section of 1.5 mm2 incl. cable end-sleeve.

The terminals' screw heads only have secure electrical contact once they are tightened to a

38

39

39

39

39

39

40


Connectors36

connection wire. For this reason, a control measurement (for instance with multimeter probetips) at "open" terminals can falsely mimic a missing contact!

Cable shielding must be connected at CHASSIS (DSUB frame) as a rule. At some connectors, VCC (5

V) is available, with a maximum load current of typically 135 mA per plug.

3.1.1 Overview of the modules and connectors

Analog imc SPARTAN modules:

Digital imc SPARTAN modules:


Metal connector 37

3.2 Metal connectorACC/DSUBM-xxx

Open the Metal connector:

1. Unscrew the cable fitting (cable gland)2. Remove the bend protection3. Unscrew the lid screws4. Lift the lid in the DSUB connection area and

unfasten the nose of the slot

A: Pressure nutB: Bend protectionC: Fastening screw for the devices' front panelD: Lid screwsE: Locking key (Nose / Slot)G: SlotF: Nose

Close the Metal connector:

1. Assemble the lid by snapping the nose into the slot (see the following picture)2. Audible click when the lid snaps in the front of the DSUB pod3. Insert the bend protection4. The pressure nut must be screwed back on5. The lid screws can be tightened


Connectors38

3.3 DSUB-15 Pin configuration3.3.1 Standard and Universal connector


DSUB-15 Pin configuration 39

3.3.2 Special connector


Connectors40

3.3.3 TEDS connector


DSUB-9 plugs 41

3.4 DSUB-9 plugs3.4.1 Pin configuration Display, Modem, GPS

3.4.1.1 Display

DSUB-PIN Signal Description Use in device

1 DCD Vcc 5V connected

2 RXD Receive Data connected

3 TXD Transmit Data connected

4 DTR 5V connected

5 GND ground connected

6 DSR Data Set Ready connected

7 RTS Ready To Send connected

8 CTS Clear To Send connected

9 R1 Pulldown to GND connected

Supply for the graphical display

Connector +9 V to 32 V - (0V) nc

Binder 1 2 3

Souriau B C A

3.4.1.2 Modem (external)


1 DCD Data Carrier Detect connected

2 RxD Receive Data connected

3 TxD Transmit Data connected

4 DTR Data Terminal Ready connected

5 GND Ground connected

6 DSR Data Set Ready connected

7 RTS Ready To Send connected

8 CTS Clear To Send connected

9 nc reserved unused

3.4.1.3 GPSWith the following wiring, a Garmin GPS-mouse can be connected:

DSUB-9 GPS 18 LVC GPS 18 - 5Hz

Pin Signal Color Color

1 Vin Red Red

2 RxD1* White White

3 TxD1 Green Green

4 - - -

5 GND, PowerOff 2x Black 2x Black

6 - - -

7 PPS ( 1Hz clock) Yellow Yellow

8 - - -

9 - - -


Connectors42

* Pin configuration at measurement device. At the GPS-mouse Rx and Tx are interchanged.

3.4.2 Pin configuration of the field busses

3.4.2.1 CAN-Bus (DSUB-9)


1 nc reserved do not connect

2 CAN_L dominant low bus line connected

3 CAN_GND CAN Ground connected



6 CAN_GND optional CAN Ground connected

7 CAN_H dominant high bus line connected

8 nc reserved (error line) do not connect


3.4.2.2 LIN-Bus (DSUB-9)

DSUB-PIN Signal Description

1 nc

2 nc

3 LIN_GND LIN Ground

4 nc

5 nc

6 LIN_GND Optional LIN Ground

7 LIN_INPUT/OUTPUT LIN bus line

8 nc

9 nc

3.4.2.3 FlexRay-Bus (DSUB-9)Type: One DSUB-9 connector with two channels

DSUB-Pin Signal Description

1 nc

2 BM channel A negativ bus line channel A

3 GND FlexRay ground

4 BM channel B negativ bus line channel B

5 GND FlexRay ground

6 nc

7 BP channel A positiv bus line channel A

8 BP channel B positiv bus line channel B

9 nc

Type: Two DSUB-9 connectors with one channel each


DSUB-9 plugs 43

DSUB-Pin CON1 CON2

1 nc nc

2 BM channel A BM channel B

3 GND GND

4 nc nc

5 GND GND

6 nc nc

7 BP channel A BP channel B

8 nc nc

9 nc nc

3.4.2.4 ARINC-Bus (DSUB-15)

Note


Connectors44

This pin configuration corresponds the suggested imc standard. Transmitting channels and anydiffering pin configuration can be considered as special order.

We recommend for theconnection twisted andshielded wiring:

RxA (TxA)

RxB( TxB)

GND = shield

Diese Anschlussbelegung entspricht dem vorgeschlagenen imc-Standard. Abweichende,kundenspezifische Belegungen können berücksichtigt werden.

3.5 DSUB-26 Pin configuration (High Density)

Top view: Terminal connection

Pin Signal Pin Signal

1 reserved 14 1/4B2

2 -IN1 15 +IN3

3 SENSE1 16 1/4B3

4 -IN2 17 +IN4

5 SENSE2 18 1/4B4

6 -IN3 19 +VB1

7 SENSE3 20 -VB1

8 -IN4 21 +VB2

9 SENSE4 22 -VB2

10 reserved 23 +VB3

11 +IN1 24 -VB3

12 1/4B1 25 +VB4

13 +IN2 26 -VB4


DSUB-26 Pin configuration (High Density) 45

3.6 REMOTE plugREMOTE functions concerning only the imc SPARTAN devices with a supply unit variant A :



connect to ON/OFF, ON

2, 3

ON static activation / deactivation

connect toSWITCH

starting only when external power supply is available.Power up from internal battery is not supported(blocked)

1. permanently jumpered with SWITCH: automatic start with external power supply

2. with a static contact (ON), no push-button! closed: on closed: off

10

ON/OFF push-button forstart andshutdown

connect toSWITCH

Startup from internal battery is supported.

Brief connection will initiate start and shutdown

13

REMOTE functions concerning only the imc SPARTAN devices with a supply unit variant B :



connect to ON/OFF, ON, OFF

Power up from internal battery is supported! 2

SWITCH1 activation onlyfrom externalpower supply

connect to ON static, permanently jumpered: for automatic activationupon application of an external supply

3

ON activation connect toSWITCH orSWITCH1

1. permanently jumpered to SWITCH1: automatic start with external power supply

2. with two contacts (ON, OFF) or a toggle switch: single pole double throw (SPDT)

either temporary (push button) or static connections push button operation will prevent restart after automatic shutdown

10

OFF deactivation connect toSWITCH

with two contacts (ON, OFF) or a toggle switch (push button)

9

ON/OFF push button for start andshutdown

connect toSWITCH

Brief connection will initiate start and shutdown 13

K15-mode controllingactivation withan external lowpower controlsignal

jumper toSWITCH

K15-mode=SWITCH will enable K15 control mode:control voltage to be applied to "ON": startup: >9 V shutdown: <2 V (do not leave floating!) (no significant current drawn)

12

MUTE muting the UPS buzzer

connect toCHASSIS

e.g. for acoustic applications 5

RESET immediateshutdownwithout datasaving

connect toCHASSIS

in case of malfunction, only.

(usually not necessary)

1

RESET_GND

reference for MUTE and RESET CHASSIS

The description of the REMOTE control .

14

14

17


Connectors46

Last changes

4.1 Error remedies in version (4.0 Rev 10)Smaller Changes and layout improvements

4.2 Error remedies in version (4.0 Rev 9)No error remedies

4.3 Error remedies in version (4.0 Rev 8)Topic Alteration

SPAR/BCF16 (new) Find here the pin configuration

Smaller Changes and layout improvements in this version released 14.12.2012

4.4 Error remedies in version (4.0 Rev 7)Getting Started, released 2012-03-12

Topic Alteration

German words in this english document

Gehäuse in stead of housing

4.5 Changes in version 4.0 rev 7Topic Alteration

Software installation Notes for a successfull installation of the imc STUDIO products added.

You will find a detailed description to the installation of the software in the adequatemanual or getting started (imc STUDIO / imc DEVICES).

ARINC DSUB-15 plugs are now defined as imc standard, you can find here the pin configuration

Any differing, custom pinouts can be considered upon special order.

Li-ion batteries Due to the inevitable leakage and self-discharge of the Smart Batteries we recommend aregular recharging cycle at least every 3 months that a device has not been in use (devicemust be switched on for charging).

Typing errors and smaller changes are not listed here.

4.6 Error remedies in version (4.0 Rev 6)Topic Alteration

Battery charge level The statements concerning the percentages of the charging level has been corrected .(e.g. instead of 11 % to 25 %, now 10 % to 24 %)

Supply plug SPARTAN-R with LEMO plug FGG.2B.302.CLAD 82ZN

Getting Started Rev 3 to 5 were not published and therefore no mentioned here

4.7 Error remedies in version (4.0 Rev 2)Getting Started, released 2010-03-12

Topic Alteration

REMOTE Different behaviour for SPARTAN-1, -2 to SPARTAN-4,-6,-8 and -R

23

43

19

19

16

Index 47


Index

A

AC-adapter 14

activating device 16

Add device 28

After unpacking 12

ARINC-Bus pin configuration 43

assign the IP address 31

B

batteries 19

C

CAN-Bus pin configuration 42

CE Certification 5

CHASSIS 14, 15

cleaning 13

Close

Metal connector 37connect device 26


Connection via LAN 31

Connector compatibility

Cross-Reference 35Cross-Reference

Connector compatibility 35customer service

hotline 4service 4telephone numbers 4

D

desktop power supply unit 14

Device

add 28connect 26

Device list 28

DIN-EN-ISO-9001 5

Display pin configuration 41

DSUB-26

High Density 44

Pin configuration 44DSUB-9 modem pin configuration 41

DSUB-9: GPS-receiver 41

E

EMC 7

Ethernet: Software requirements 31

F

FCC-Note 7

Firmware Update 31

Firmware Update blocking / unblocking 34

FLEXRAY pin configuration 42

fuses: overview 19

FW 31

G

galvanic isolation: supply input 14

General Notes 8

GPS-receiver DSUB-9 41

GPS-receiver pin configuration 41

grounding 14, 16

grounding (batterie) 14

grounding socket 14

grounding: concept 14

grounding: power supply 14

guarantee 9

I

IF-Config 31

imc DEVICES: operating system 23

imc STUDIO: operating system 23

important notes

system setup 9industrial safety 8

industrial safety regulation 8

Installation: imc DEVICES 23

Installation: imc STUDIO 23

IP-address

configure 26of the devices 26of the PCs 24

ISOSYNC 15

Index48


L

Li-Ion battery: Technical Specs 19

Limited Warranty 5

LIN-Bus pin configuration 42

List of devices 28

log book: firmware-setup 31

M

main switch 16

maintenance 9

Metal connector

close 37open 37

N

network protocoll 31

O

On/Off via power supply (e.g. automobile) 17

Open

Metal connector 37

P

pear to pear connection 31

Pin configuration

DSUB-26-HD 44Remote 45Special connector 39Standard connector 38TEDS connector 40

pin configuration ARINC-Bus 43

pin configuration CAN-Bus 42

pin configuration Display 41

pin configuration DSUB-9 modem 41

pin configuration FLEXRAY 42

pin configuration GPS-receiver 41

pin configuration LIN-Bus 42

pin configuration: supply plug (LEMO) 16

power cord shielding 15

power unit 14

Product improvement 6

R

rechargeable batteries 19

Remote

DSUB-15 45Pin configuration 45

REMOTE socket 17

RoHS 5

RST 16

S

shielding 14, 15

shielding: signal leads 14

signal leads shielding 15

Smart Battery 19

Software installation 23

Special connector

DO8-HC 39ICP2 39ICP4 39Pin configuration 39T4 39

Standard connector

B2 38Pin configuration 38U4 38

storage temperatures 13

supply voltage 16

switching device on/off 16

synchronization 15

System requirements 23

T

TCP/IP 31

Technical Specs: Li-Ion battery 19

TEDS connector

B2 40I2 39I4 39Pin configuration 40T4 39U4 40UNI2 39

transport damage 12

transporting 12

Index 49


U

UPS: batteries 19

UPS: Lead-gel 19

UTP-cable 31

W

warm-up phase 9

WEEE

Restriction of Hazardous Substances 5

Documents

imc SPARTAN Getting started - Marmatekmarmatek.com/.../2014/02/SPARTAN_Getting_Started.pdf · imc SPARTAN Getting started Doc. Version 4.0 Rev 10 - 06.02.2014 4 imc SPARTAN imc SPARTAN