Operating Instructions Vibrocord-Pruftechnik

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VIBROCORD
FFT data collector
Operating instructions
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VIBROCORD 01.01
Version 1.4x PRFTECHNIK AG

Edition January 2001 Documentation
VIB 9.592G Fax +49-89- 99616-300
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Foreword
Foreword
Congratulations! And thank you for selecting the VIBROCORD FFT

data collector to record and analyze your machine signals.
This instrument is designed to support the two-level strategy for
reliable, cost-effective machine condition monitoring:
Trend monitoring (Level 1) allows you to keep an eye on the most
important indicators of machine operating condition, such as vibra-
tion severity, shock pulse emission by anti-friction bearings, tempera-
ture and pump cavitation, with a minimum of effort. Only when
conditions deteriorate to critical levels is further attention required:
Signal analysis (Level 2) lets you pinpoint the cause of incipient
damage and plan its remedy well before breakdown has a chance to
disrupt production.
VIBROCORD is the latest addition to the PRFTECHNIK AG line of
progressive maintenance tools such as VIBROTIP/VIBCODE, VI-
BROSPECT FFT and VIBRONET. It gives you all the features you
demand of a state-of-the-art condition monitoring instrument:
- Powerful, yet easy to use: measures, analyzes, collects data - no
experience necessary - yet allows detailed measurement parameter
adjustment for advanced setup:
over 40 optimizable measurement setups
Each setup includes
- Tolerance limits: alarm/warning thresholds stored for many
different types of machines
- Frequency files: machine- and bearing-characteristic damage
frequencies can be displayed in the spectrum.
- Event list: machine-characteristic events complement the mea-
surement data
- Intelligent routing:
'Route Expert': automatic recording of frequency spectra and
additional characteristic values - even at additional locations -
when tolerance limits are exceeded.
Automatic collection of different types of readings at the same
location with the same transducer.
- VIBCODE
Total trending reliability thanks to automatic measurement
location recognition with the patented VIBCODE probe.
VIBCODE Pool measurement points: preset configuration of
desired measurements for every location, with no need for
routes.
Automatic measurement locations recognition also for non-
coded measurement locations.
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- Interchangeable, PC-compatible memory cards (available with 4

MB capacity).
- Extensive range of PRFTECHNIK transducers
- Simple operation thanks to graphically-oriented operating ele-
ments, user guidance in display
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Foreword
New features in version 1.36:

- Preset limits for vibration velocity and displacement according to
ISO 10816-3 as well as for shock pulse measurement.
- Spectrum: RMS value is calculated over the displayed range
(zoom).
- Alarm trigger in route: Exceeding the limit triggers an adaptive
measurement for diagnosis (Route Expert).
New features in version 1.37 & 1.40:
- Route: The selection and display of the measurement tasks in the
route has been improved. Aggregate, measurement point and task
list are now available as new screens.
- Only measurement locations and tasks can be skipped in the route
(no aggregates or machines).
- AutoSave in route: Measurement tasks that use the same transduc-
er at a measurement location can be executed automatically.
- Data recorder: Consecutive measurements of a measurement task
with various options.
- Shock pulse measurement: The entry of the normalization parame-
ter before the measurement has changed.
- New setups for motor current analysis (#58), bearing envelope
(#43, #44), alternating voltage time signal and spectrum (#45,
#46), sound pressure spectrum (#59) and alternating voltage
(#61).
- 2-channel measurement: The transducer of channel A is used as
the default transducer for channel B. The setting of channel B can
subsequently be changed manually.
- 2-channel time signal measurement is only possible with a maxi-
mum of 1600 lines.
Ismaning, January 2001
PRFTECHNIK Condition Monitoring
1997 PRFTECHNIK AG; all rights reserved

Both this manual and the product it describes are copyrighted. All rights belong to
the publisher. The manual may not be copied, reproduced, translated or made
accessible to a third party in any form, neither in its entirety nor as an excerpt.
No liability may be claimed against the publisher regarding the product described in
this manual. The publisher assumes no liability for accuracy of the manual contents.
Furthermore, under no circumstances may the publisher be held liable for direct or
indirect damage of any kind resulting from use of the product or the manual, even if
the publisher has expressly indicated the potential for occurrence of such damage.
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The publisher assumes no liability for any product defects. This warranty and liability
limitation applies to all distributors and sales partners as well.
The trademarks mentioned in this manual are generally noted as such and are the
property of their owners. Lack of such designation does not imply, however, that
names are not protected by trademark laws.
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Contents
Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction ............................................. 1-6

VIBROCORD standard packages ................................... 1-7
Safety and operating notes .......................................... 1-8
Battery disposal ................................................................. 1-10
Safety notices and nameplate (rear side of unit) ............ 1-10
Chapter 2: Getting started ....................................... 2-1

VIBROCORD FFT data collector - VIB 5.600 .................. 2-1
Power supply.................................................................. 2-2
Auxiliary battery (AUX) ....................................................... 2-4
Display lamp (VIB 5.629) ............................................... 2-6
Carrying strap (VIB 5.654) ............................................. 2-6
Transducer connections ................................................. 2-7
Operation ....................................................................... 2-8
Keyboard and display: ......................................................... 2-8
Overview of fixed-function keys ........................................ 2-9
Switching on ...................................................................... 2-10
Printer setting .................................................................... 2-11
RS 232 configuration ......................................................... 2-12
Text editor .......................................................................... 2-12
File information ................................................................. 2-12
Data management ............................................................ 2-13
Working with directories .................................................. 2-13
Chapter 3: Measurement ........................................... 3-1

Multimeter measurement ............................................. 3-2
Begin measurement ............................................................ 3-2
Characteristic overall values: .............................................. 3-4
Setting up warning/ alarm limits ........................................ 3-5
Event / Enter comment ........................................................ 3-5
Store measurement ............................................................. 3-5
Charact. overall value: shock pulse / bearing condition ... 3-6
a. Normalized shock pulse measurement with measurement
of the RPM ........................................................................... 3-7
b. Normalized shock pulse measurement with input of the
RPM ...................................................................................... 3-9
c. Non-normalized shock pulse measurement ................... 3-9
Time signal ......................................................................... 3-10
Spectrum ............................................................................ 3-11
Display setup ...................................................................... 3-12
Transducer setup ................................................................ 3-13
Individual SETUP characteristics .................................. 3-14
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Measuring with VIBCODE in the multimeter mode ........ 3-20

Data recorder ............................................................... 3-21
Route measurement .................................................... 3-22
Starting the route .............................................................. 3-24
Options in the route mode ............................................... 3-26
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Contents
Displaying locations .......................................................... 3-26

Skipping a location or a task ............................................ 3-27
Deleting a route (pool) ..................................................... 3-27
VIBCODE measurement ............................................... 3-28
Measuring the VIBCODE route ......................................... 3-29
Measuring the VIBCODE pool ........................................... 3-31
VIBCODE measurement location recognition ................. 3-32
Chapter 4: Appendix ................................................. 4-1

Data evaluation ............................................................. 4-1
Data transfer with a PC ....................................................... 4-1
Update of the firmware ...................................................... 4-2
Firmware registration.......................................................... 4-2
Changing memory cards ..................................................... 4-2
Printing ................................................................................ 4-2
Power supply.................................................................. 4-3
AC adapter (ALI 3.576) (optional) ...................................... 4-3
Battery operation (MAIN) ................................................... 4-3
Table 1: Measurement setups for overall values ............... 4-4
Table 2: Usage of SETUPs for overall values ....................... 4-5
Table 3: Measurement setups for spectra .......................... 4-6
Table 4: Usage of SETUPs for spectra ................................. 4-7
Table 4: Usage of SETUPs for spectra (cont.) ..................... 4-8
Table 4: Usage of SETUPs for spectra (cont.) ..................... 4-9
Table 5a: Measurement setups for time signals and additio-
nal measurements (X) ....................................................... 4-11
Table 5b: Usage of SETUPs for time signals and additional
measurements.................................................................... 4-11
Table 5b: Usage of SETUPs for time signals and additional
measurements (cont.) ........................................................ 4-12
Table 6: SETUP parameters ............................................... 4-13
Table 7: Display SETUPs ..................................................... 4-16
Table 8: Transducer SETUPs ............................................... 4-17
Warnings and error messages ........................................... 4-18
Technical data .............................................................. 4-20
VIBCODE ....................................................................... 4-22
Trigger sensor .............................................................. 4-24
Mobile industrial accelerometer - VIB 6.140 .................... 4-26
TIPTECTOR probe package - VIB 8.606 VD ....................... 4-27
Spiral cable for hand-held probe - VIB 321926-2 ............ 4-28
Sensor cable extension - VIB 3.500-3 ................................ 4-28
Trigger cable extension - VIB 5.632-5 ............................... 4-29
Trigger cable - VIB 5.631-5 ................................................ 4-29
ISO vibration monitoring standard ............................. 4-30
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Troubleshooting .......................................................... 4-31

Accessories ................................................................... 4-32
VIBROCORD rescue programm ................................... 4-33
Index ............................................................................. 4-34
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VIBROCORD packages
Chapter 1: Introduction
Check the contents of your VIBROCORD delivery according to the

following lists. The components listed in the first section make up the
VIBROCORD Diagnosis package, upon which the Trend and VIB-
The 'diagnosis', 'trend' and 'VIB-
CODE' packages are also available CODE packages are based.
with operating system version 2.x
(incl. rotor balancing capability) VIB 5.660A Diagnosis standard package
SYS 2.711-2 PC interface cable, length 2 m/6'6"
Version 2.x (Standard Plus) VIB 321926-2 Spiral cable for hand-held probe,
VIB 5.660C Diagnosis 0.4 - 1.6 m / 15" - 62" (QLA-TNC)
VIB 5.664C Trend VIB 3.450 Probe tip with replacement insert (for VIB 6.140)
VIB 5.666C VIBCODE VIB 5.600 VIBROCORD FFT data collector, including VIB 5.642 (4 MB
memory card PCMCIA), VIB 5.625 (VIBROCORD
rechargeable battery pack) and VIB 5.608 (Firmware 1.x)
The VIB 5.662 analysis and balancing VIB 5.620 VIBROCORD charger
accessory package must be ordered VIB 5.629 Display lamp (incl. holder and batteries)
separately. VIB 5.654 Carrying pouch with shoulder strap (VIB 5.655)
VIB 5.656 VIBROCORD case
VIB 6.140 Mobile industrial accelerometer, M5 thread, flat, TNC plug
VIB 8.607-1.5 Magnetic temperature probe, cable length 1.5 meters/5'10"
VIB 8.736 Magnetic holder for curved mounting surfaces
VIB 9.592G VIBROCORD operating instructions
VIB 9.593 G VIBROCORD short instructions
VIB 9.661-2DG VIBROCORD product catalog
VIB 9.663-1DG Catalog - Sensors and additional accessories -
VIB 9.663-2DG Catalog - Cables and additional accessories -
Not shown:
VIB 3.370 2.5 mm hex key
VIB 5.614 VIBROCORD firmware V. 1.xx certificate
VIB 8.970 OMNITREND 1.x signal trending software, demo version
VIB 5.664A Trend standard package

includes all parts listed above plus the following:
VIB 8.950 OMNITREND 1.x signal trending software, full version
VIB 9.598G OMNITREND software operating instructions
Not shown:
VIB 5.688A VIBROCORD PC license
VIB 5.690 OMNITREND 1.x PC software certificate
VIB 5.666A VIBCODE standard package

includes all parts listed above plus the following:
VIB 8.660 VD VIBCODE transducer (VIB 8.660)
with dust cap and cable (VIB 321926-3)
VIB 5.662 Analysis & balancing accessory package

for all the above packages
ALI 3.576 Mains power supply
VIB 3.306 Reflective tape, 10 mm wide
VIB 3.430 Bonded adapter to M5 thread, flat surface
VIB 3.435 M5 threaded adapter, flat surface to M5/120 countersink
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VIB 4.307 Active trigger sensor, reflective

VIB 4.330 Trigger bracket
VIB 4.704-5 Cable for QLA-TNC transducer, length 5 meters
VIB 5.631-5 Trigger cable for VIBROCORD, length 5 meters
VIB 6.146 Mobile industrial accelerometer, low speed, M5, flat, TNC plug
Additional accessories can be found Not shown (see 'diagnosis'):
in the appendix on page 4-32 VIB 8.736 Magnetic holder for curved mounting surfaces
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VIBROCORD packages
VIBROCORD standard packages
'Diagnosis' standard package VIB 5.660A Additional packages

'Trend' VIB 5.664A
Contains all 'Diagnosis' package

components plus the following:
VIB 5.656 VIB 5.600 VIB 5.642 OMNITREND

VIB 8.950
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SYS 2.711-2
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VIB 5.625 VIB 5.620 VIB 321926-2 VIB 9.593
VIB 9.598G
VIBCODE VIB 5.666A

VIB 6.140 SYS 2.711-2
Contains all 'Diagnosis' and
VIB 8.607-1,5
'Trend' package components
VIB 3.450 VIB 8.736 plus the following:
VIB 5.654
VIB 9.592G
VIB 9.661-2DG
VIB 9.663-1DG
VIB 5.629 VIB 5.655
VIB 9.663-2DG VIB 8.660 VD
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Analysis & balancing accessory package VIB 5.662

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Safety and operating notes

This section contains important notes regarding operating safety
during use of the VIBROCORD FFT data collector. Read this section
carefully, paying especially close attention to the safety notes, before
working with the instrument.
Symbols used
This symbol warns of operating errors that can

lead to injury.
WARNING!
This symbol warns of operating errors that can

lead to equipment damage.
Attention!
F Note
This symbol denotes information and tips on
operating the data collector.
INFO: Detailed information for advanced users

INFO
Intended use
- The VIBROCORD FFT data collector is designed to gather machine
signals within industrial environments.
- Transducers may be used only for their respective intended uses as
defined in the corresponding sales leaflets.
- The intended use of connection cables is described in this manual
and in the corresponding sales leaflets.
Any other application constitutes improper use and is prohibited.

PRFTECHNIK AG assumes no liability for damage resulting from
improper use.
CE conformity
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The VIBROCORD FFT data collector fulfills EU guidelines for electri-

cal devices (73/23/EWG) and electromagnetic compatibility (EMV)
(89/336/EWG).
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Safety
The following notes must be carefully read and completely under-
stood before the instrument is put into service.
w During measurement on machines with rotating parts exposed,

ensure that no brackets, cables etc. can become caught in
rotating machine parts.
Danger of injury! Attention!
w The VIBROCORD FFT data collector may not be used when its
housing is open.
w Operation and maintenance are to be performed only by
properly trained personnel. WARNING!
w Repairs to the VIBROCORD FFT data collector may be carried
out only by a PRFTECHNIK AG-authorized service technician.
w Only original spare parts and accessories may be used.
w Only properly functioning, regularly-maintained electrical
equipment may be used. Any defects such as broken plugs or
loose sockets must be corrected immediately. Damaged cables
must be replaced by an authorized service technician.
w Any alterations that affect instrument design or operating
safety require explicit prior approval of PRFTECHNIK AG.
Operation
w Extended exposure of the LCD display to direct sunlight should

be avoided as this can temporarily turn the display black (but
this effect reverses itself when the display cools off).
w Portable radio-based devices can interfere with proper func- Attention!
tioning of the instrument when operated nearby. In case of
doubt, check the connecting cable between the instrument and
its transducer.
w Avoid exposing the VIBROCORD instrument, its transducers
and cables to environmental conditions that exceed the toler-
ances listed in the Technical Data section at the rear of this
manual.
About this operating manual

This operating manual describes the functions of the VIBROCORD
software version 1.4x. A description of the additional functions in
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version 2.1x (e.g. ordering filter, tracking, balancing) is given in the

operating manual, 'VIBROCORD FFT data collector, Balancing and
additional functions' (VIB 9.637G).
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Battery disposal
The compact batteries are to be disposed of in an environmentally
acceptable manner at the end of their operating life.
When empty, the batteries can be left in commercial or community
collecting boxes. The batteries are empty when the instrument is:
switched off and the charge status LED AUX is illuminated.
after the batteries have been used for a lengthy period and the no
longer operate perfectly.
To make sure, stick some adhesive tape onto the battery pole or put
each of the batteries individually into a plastic bag.
Safety notices and nameplate (rear side of unit)
Serial number (S.N.) 1797 0012

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F Note
The instrument serial number shown here must not be confused
with the operating software (firmware) ID number. The ID number
appears in the display upon startup and is used for firmware
registration (see page 4-2).
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Chapter 2: Getting started
Chapter 2: Getting started
VIBROCORD FFT data collector - VIB 5.600

The interfaces and functional elements of the instrument are shown
below:
LED display LCD graphic

Charging (charge status) display
socket
Serial interface
(RS 2323)
Printer port
Main battery Keyboard

compartment
Aux. battery
compartment
Transducer Trigger input

inputs:
Channel A
Channel B
Memory card
(PCMCIA)
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Mains
power
socket
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Power supply
Power supply
The FFT data collector uses three different types of power supply:
Compact NiCad pack (VIB 5.625) with charger (VIB 5.620)

Standard power supply: the battery pack can be left in place or
removed from the instrument for charging. Charging duration:
max. 6 hours. Operating duration: typically 24 hours in 2-channel
operation (25% active measurement, 25% standby, 50% 'sleep'
mode).
Mains power supply (see Appendix, page 4-3)
Can be connected in situations where cordless operation is not
needed (e.g. when downloading measurement data to an office
PC) in order to save NiCad power.
Alkali-magnesium batteries (6 pieces, page 4-3)
Ordinary 1.5V batteries (IEC LR14, size 'C') may be used for
immediate operation while the NiCad pack is charging.
An auxiliary battery (9V, IEC 6LR61) backs up the main battery pack
whenever its output voltage drops below 6V.
Using the rechargeable NiCad pack (MAIN supply)

The compact rechargeable NiCad pack is located inside the ribbed
portion of the instrument housing and also contains the battery
compartment cover. The charging socket (for the VIB 5.620 charger)
is integrated into the cover.
NiCad removal
1. Switch off the instrument.
2. Loosen the cover fastening screws using the 2.5 mm hex
wrench supplied.
3. Remove the battery pack.
Installation is performed in reverse order.
Charging
socket
Rechargeable NiCad
battery pack
VIB 5.625
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Power supply
Charging/renewing the NiCad pack
Use only the VIB 5.620 charger to recharge the NiCad pack.
When the NiCad pack is left in place for charging,
- the data collector must be switched off and
Attention!
- the mains supply must not be connected.
1. Connect the charger to the charging socket.

Pay attention to the guide groove on the plug and use the
bayonet mount to lock the plug into place.
2. Plug the charger into the mains socket.
Bayonet mount
Charger
VIB 5.620
Green and 'Renew'

red LEDs button
Charger LED indicators

Indicator Red LED Green LED
steady charging fully charged
flashing a. Discharging
b. Error (battery faulty,
plug polarity reversed) INFO
The charger can be left connected indefinitely with no danger of

battery damage, since it automatically switches to an impulse-type
charge maintenance cycle.
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The battery can lose its unused capacity if recharged too often
when only halfway depleted. It should therefore be renewed at
regular intervals (approx. every three months) before it is re-
charged. This renewal cycle takes up to 12 hours to complete.
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Power supply
- Damaged NiCads must be removed from service.

- Rechargeable batteries contain corrosive alkali!
If alkali leaks from a damaged battery onto skin or into the eyes,
WARNING!
rinse immediately with plenty of water and consult a doctor.
- Keep batteries below 60C / 140F.
- Do not open or incinerate batteries.
- Do not short circuit the battery terminals.
- Recharging must occur at temperatures below 40C / 104F.
- Dispose of batteries only at authorized recycling facilities.
Attention!
Auxiliary battery (AUX)

The auxiliary battery activates whenever the main battery pack
voltage drops below 6V and the 'MAIN' LED illuminates.
Auxiliary battery replacement

1. Switch off the instrument.
2. Open the bottom battery compartment:
Loosen screws with 2.5 mm hex key.
3. Pull out black tab and remove auxiliary battery.
4. Insert new battery and close compartment.
IEC 6LR61
9V battery Tab
Battery compartment cover
The instrument switches itself off completely when neither the

main battery nor the auxiliary battery can deliver sufficient supply
voltage ( > 6V ).
Attention!
Do not use NiCad rechargeables as auxiliary batteries.
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The system clock and data memory are maintained by a lithium

battery when both main and auxiliary batteries are removed. The
service life of the lithium battery is approximately five years.
INFO
Used batteries should be disposed of properly (see page 1-10)!
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Power supply
Power-saving function ('sleep mode')

If no keys are pressed for a specified duration (known here as
'runtime'), the instrument automatically deactivates its display to
conserve battery power and the 'SLEEP' LED illuminates above the
display. The display reactivates when any key is pressed.
If, however, no keys are pressed during the specified 'sleep' period
(the 'sleeptime' duration), the instrument shuts down completely and
can be 'reawakened' by pressing the ON/OFF key. The CONFIG menu
(page 2-11) allows you to set these 'runtime' and 'sleeptime' intervals.
Battery condition
The charge remaining in the main batteries is shown in the status line
of the main menu. If it drops below 6V, the MAIN LED illuminates.
The charge remaining in the auxiliary batteries is shown by the AUX
LED:
MAIN AUX Main battery Auxiliary battery

off Fully charged Fully charged
on Depleted (<6V) Backup operation
Fully charged Weak (<8V)*
Depleted Depleted (<6V)*
MAIN AUX EXT SLEEP

(NiCad) (Auxiliary) (AC adapter) mode
MAIN batt.
voltage
* The AUX display depends upon the NiCad charge level:

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- With fully-charged NiCads, the auxiliary battery is checked for

full charging ( > 8 V).
- With depleted NiCads, AUX illuminates only when the auxiliary
battery is depleted ( < 6 V).
Operating duration: see technical data, page 4-21.
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Carrying strap / display illumination
Carrying strap (VIB 5.654)
Fasten the carrying strap to the data collector carrying pouch.

Adjust the strap so that it fits onto one shoulder in a comfortable
operating position as shown above.
Display lamp (VIB 5.629)
Switch on
Battery Locking lever lamp
compartment
Changing batteries: Raise the locking lever to open the battery

compartment.
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Transducer connections
Transducer connections
The VIBROCORD FFT data collector allows connection of two
transducers with analog voltage or current output. The correspond-
ing QLA sockets, marked 'Channel A' and 'Channel B', are located on
the back of the instrument.
The reference transducer is connected to the trigger input using an 8-
pin plug (LEMOSA).
Transducer
(QLA, analog)
Channel A
Channel B
Trigger
(LEMOSA, digital)
Transducer input
The two analog measurement channels are not galvanically insu-
lated from each other. Therefore, before taking 2-channel mea-
surements on different machines, you should either ground them WARNING!
properly or use electrically insulated transducers.
When unplugging the transducer cables, take care to retract the
bushing on the QLA plugs in order to avoid damage (see above).
Attention!
Trigger input
When plugging in the trigger cable, note the proper plug orienta-
tion indicated by the groove on the socket and the marking on the
plug itself. Never rotate the cable plugs in their sockets as that
could damage the pins of the plug.
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Operation
Operation
Status line
Display
Softkey labels
Softkeys
(variable-function)
Fixed-function keys
Keyboard and display:

1. The keyboard is divided into fixed-function keys and 'softkeys':
- softkeys: variable-function keys whose labels appear in the
bottom of the display according to the situation at hand.
- fixed-function keys: permanent functions (or dual function in the
case of arrow/number keys, see next page)
2. The display is divided into three sections:

- Status line (top) with program module and time of day
- Main display area
- Softkey labels (bottom) according to program function
3. The VIBROCORD data collector is operated exclusively through
the use of softkeys and fixed-function keys.
4. All entries (text/numbers) are confirmed with the ENTER key.
5. Menu items are selected using the arrow keys. The selection is
OK SELECT confirmed with ENTER or with the corresponding softkey (OK/
SELECT).
6. If the program no longer reacts when a key is pressed (e.g. due
to strong external interference), reset the program and start it
again: Press the following fixed-function keys at the same time.
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Current measurement data are deleted. All stored measurements

and settings are retained.
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Operation
Overview of fixed-function keys
Softkeys
(variable-function)
Fixed-function keys
Primary functions:
ON/OFF The SETUP key is used to call up the

Switches instrument on/off current setting from any module in the
program. Parameters can be changed in
SETUP the 'Multimode' whereas they can only
Recall/adjust MENU be viewed in the 'Route' mode.
measurement settings 1 x: Open main menu
(page 3-13) 2 x: most recent meas. task
Minus sign
Enter negative values
DISPLAY
Display settings (only for CLR
time signal and spectrum) Deletes erroneous entries,
(page 3-12) measurement data; resets
autorange/autoscale
(pages 3-4, 3-10)
Slash
MEASURE For text entry and
Activate measurement display printout (page 4-2)
display (page 3-2)
Decimal point
For entering decimal fractions
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Number
ENTER For numerical entries
Confirm entry or selection
Arrow/number
For cursor movement
and numerical entries
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Operation
Switching on
0. The NiCad pack must be installed or the mains supply connected.
1. Press the ON/OFF key. Following the boot sequence (approx. 25
sec.), the main menu appears:
Main battery voltage Operating mode:
M= Multimode
R = Route
Change basic Balance mode

settings (optional)
Data management and Route mode
data transfer
Multimode
PC communication
F
Note
The MULTIMODE and ROUTE softkeys are used to select the
operating mode of the VIBROCORD FFT data collector. Further
details on program operation can be found on page 3-1.
In software version 2.1x and the optional 'Balance' program
module (VIB 5.667), the sixth dialog key is labeled BALANCE (for
more information, see: 'Balance' operating manual, VIB 9.637G).
The MENU key returns you from any point in the program back to
the main menu.
Before using the instrument the first time, check the basic settings
and make any necessary adjustments. Press the CONFIG softkey to do
CONFIG
so:
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Operation
Use the arrow keys to move through the menu. The EDIT softkey
EDIT
allows you to change any menu item. Screen contrast, printer type
and parameters for the RS 232 interface are set using their own
corresponding softkeys (see below); the latter can be set to American
or international format.
LANGUAGE: English, German, French, Dutch, Spanish, Italian,

Czech, Hungarian
UNITS: Millimeter / inch INFO
TEMPERATURE: C / F
ACCEL: m/s2 / g (= 9.81 m/s2)
FREQUENCY: Hz / cpm
RPM: rpm 1/min
VIBRATION: 0-p / p-p (0-to-peak/peak-to-peak)
TIME: 24-hour format, time zone
DATE: Year-Month-Day
FORMAT: dd.mm.yy, mm/dd/yy or yy-mm-dd (year-month-day)
TIMEOUT: Period of nonuse before the unit goes into sleep mode.
SLEEPTIME: Duration of sleep mode before unit shuts off complete-
ly (see page 2-5).
PASSWORD: yes; no: configuration and setup settings can be
password-protected against unauthorized access. Set-
tings can only be changed after entry of the correct
password.
AUTOSAVE: yes; no: If this function is active, tasks in the route
measurement that use the same transducer at a mea-
surement location are automatically processed one
after the other.
Printer setting
The VIBROCORD data collector allows selection of printer type and PRINTR
printer interface. If your printer model is not listed, select a CONFIG
compatible make instead. Note that the printer must have 1 MB of
memory to function correctly.
LPT: parallel interface (25-pin).
COM: serial interface (9-pin). Current setting
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Operation
RS 232 configuration
RS232 These setting values apply only for a serial printer interface (RS232):
SETUP
- baud rate (9600); - parity (none); - databit (8); - stop bit (1).
F
Note
The VIBROCORD data collector uses a factory-set default configu-
ration for data transfer with a PC.
File information
USER The USER SETUP softkey in the Configuration menu lets you store all
SETUP
important additional measurement information in a separate file.
EDIT Use the arrow keys to select the corresponding line, then press 'EDIT
NAME NAME' to activate the text editor.
Text editor
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- Entering text: Use the arrow keys to select required letters,

confirming each in turn with the ENTER key.
- Entering numbers: Press the NUM softkey and input the digit
using the keypad (arrow keys are deactivated); To switch to text
input, press the NUM softkey again.
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Operation
- Special characters (',' '+' '(' '=' etc.) may not be used in naming
files.
- CLR deletes the last character. [<-] and [->] move the cursor to
the left and right along the text line.
- ESC aborts the entry; OK stores the entire text line entered and
closes the text editor.
Maximum entry length:
Names: 16 characters Comments: 26 characters
File names: 8 characters
Data management
The FILE MENU softkey in the opening screen offers functions for FILE
MENU
data management, printer settings and interface configuration:
Amount of free memory
Working with directories

Multimode measurements can be stored in the uppermost directory
(named SAVE). When large amounts of data are compiled, however,
an orderly directory structure is strongly recommended.
Data collected from a route are automatically stored in a separate

directory and cannot be manipulated using only the instrument.
INFO
1. If you want to change to another directory starting from the FILE

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menu, proceed as follows:

a. Press the CHANGE DIR softkey. A new directory is always created CHANGE
DIR
one hierarchy level below the current directory (denoted by a *
star).
b. Select the new directory and press OK.
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Operation
F
Note
For multiple directory levels, only the next-lower level from
the current directory is displayed for selection.
2. To create a new directory starting from the FILE menu, proceed

as follows:
NEW
DIR a. Select NEW DIR , then press ENTER.
b. Change to the directory where you want to create the new
subdirectory (see step 1). Press N EW DIR.
c. Enter the name of the desired directory in the text editor.
3. To delete a directory
From the FILE menu, proceed as follows:
a. Press the CHANGE DIR softkey.

b. Mark the entry to be deleted.
DELETE c. Press DELETE.
You may not delete:
E
- the current directory (*)
- the SAVE directory
Note - a non-empty directory
- any directory above the current level.
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Measurement
Chapter 3: Measurement
VIBROCORD can be used as a data collector, as a multimeter or as a

balancing instrument*. * The Balance operating mode is
described in the VIBROCORD operating
The route mode (P. 3-22) is intended for use with a fixed measure- manual, Balancing and further func-
ment sequence to be collected routinely at regular intervals. tions (VIB 9.637G).
In the multimeter mode, individual measurements can be performed
for detailed signal analysis and status diagnosis. The data recorder in
VIBROCORD is used for continuous measurements.
The optional Balance program module (VIB 5.667) can be used to
remedy a static or dynamic unbalance on the machine.
The patented VIBCODE rapid transducer with automatic measure-
ment location recognition can be used in all of the operating modes.
Program overview**
** The optional Balance program
module (VIB 5.667) is not included in
Switch on this overview.
Multimeter MULTI ROUTE Route mode

mode MODE
Select Select
Setup lists Route lists route
setup
RE- OK
Resume:
SUME Read VIBCODE
Start
OK: Confirm task
measurement
START
START
Start
measurement
(VIBCODE mea-
Save surement starts
SAVE
measurement automatically)
The operating mode can only be changed in the main menu. The
main menu is called up by pressing the MENU key.
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Multimeter operation
Multimeter measurement
All multimeter measurements follow the same general preparatory
procedure:
Preparation:
- Make sure the main battery is charged.
- Check the probe and cables needed for measurement (including
brackets for RPM measurement and cable extensions)
- If the display lamp is to be used, make sure its batteries are
charged and obtain replacements if necessary.
- Visually inspect permanently-mounted accelerometers; clean and
repair them if necessary.
- Prepare mobile measurement locations (e.g. TIPTECTOR).
- Switch on VIBROCORD.
Begin measurement
MULTI
Activate the multimode
MODE
and open the SETUP screen
S X
Select setup lists for:
Characteristic Spectra / Time Other

overall value Envelope signal measurements
Select setup: #1: Overall vel. >600rpm

#1: S-Geschw. >600rpm
#2: Overall vel. >120rpm
#2: S-Geschw. >120rpm OK
#2: S-Geschw.
#6: Shock pulse >600rpm >120rpm
... #6: Stoimpuls >600rpm
#6: Stoimpuls >600rpm
#6: Stoimpuls >600rpm
#7: S-Beschl.
#20: Process parameter >120rpm Check/adjust
SETUP parameter
Open the measurement screen

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Connect transducer Transducer
START
Start the measurement
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VIBROCORD provides more than 50 predefined measurement set-

tings (Setups) that take account of almost every measurement task
on machines. These setups are identified by a number and corre-
sponding measurement task and, for a better overview, compiled into
lists according to the type of measurement.
If required, the individual setup parameters can be adapted to the
conditions on site. Changed setups are stored under a new number
(62...99) and with a new name. Further details on the application
and parameters of individual setups are provided on page 4-4ff.
Important messages before and during the measurement

A control message appears before the first measurement in which the
setup transducer and the measurement channel used are displayed.
The following messages can appear during measurement:
MEASURE Measurement in progress; measurements per-

formed when the setup parameter AVERAGING is
set to off are held if stable (except cavitation,
spectrum and time signal).
AVERAGING, E.G. 1/4 Number of individual measurements and se-
lected averaging number
SETTING: The amplifier is adjusted to the signal level
('autorange'). In Route mode, the amplifier
setting is automatically triggered if an overflow AUTO
or underflow occurs. In the multimeter and
balance mode, this must be performed manual-
ly using the AUTO dialog key. The amplifier
setting is retained for subsequent measure-
ments. To reset the amplifier setting, delete the
measured values from the display with the CLR
key (save beforehand if necessary).
OVERFLOW!: Amplifier overloaded: Press AUTO. If the signals fluctuate, it is recom-
mended to use data recorder for the
If an overflow occurs, the measured values are measurement.
not accepted. The measurement should be
repeated with an adapted amplifier.
UNDERFLOW!: Insufficient amplification: Press AUTO.
If an underflow occurs, the measured values
are only accepted in spectrum and time signal
measurements. The measurement is marked
with the event label, S7: 'Signal near noise
limit'.
EXT. / INT. TRIGGER: If the measurement is triggered by the RPM
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(channel T), 'Ext. Trigger...' appears. If the

trigger is set to channel A, 'Int. Trigger..'
appears. If the trigger is active, no automatic
A summary of other warning and
'autorange' is performed.
error messages is given in the appendix
A/D-CONVERT-F. Measurement fault on page 4-18f.
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Characteristic overall values:

S Vibration, Temperature, RPM, manual input, AC Voltage
SETUP 1, 2, 7, 11, 12, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 61
Measurement
channel
Individual
measurements
Parameter: Alarm/warning Comment Store Start/continue

0-Peak; limits (page 3-5) measmt. measurement
Peak-to-Peak (page 3-5)
GIVEN: Previously stored measurement value

DIFF: Difference between 'given' and current measurement value
INFO REF: The reference value defines 'Good' machine condition. It is
recorded with the first measurement taken or loaded from a PC
file and allows an initial comparison with the current measure-
ment.
LAST: The most recently saved measurement value
WARN/ALARM: Warning/alarm limits (see page 3-5).
!! !
If the current measurement exceeds warning/alarm limits, a
warning symbol appears above the measurement values.
PAUSE
The PAUSE softkey interrupts measurement:
- To continue measurement: press the START softkey
- To start new measurement:
START
Press the CLR fixed key (previous measurements are deleted),
then press START.
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Setting up warning/ alarm limits

(only for vibration velocity, displacement, vibration acceleration) WARNNG
ALARM
1. Press the WARNNG ALARM softkey.
The limits for 'Vibration velocity' and 'Displacement' are summa-
rized in the norm ISO 10816-3. The limits are preset for shock
pulse measurements.
2. Select the appropriate range from the list.
Use the overview on page 4-30 to determine the proper range for
your particular machine. The DELETE softkey can be pressed to
cancel any adjustments before they are implemented.
Limits for all other measuring modes can only be defined together
with a measurement task in the OMNITREND PC software. These
measurement tasks are processed within the framework of a route.
F
Note
Setting up the limits for a 2-channel measurement

Alarm and warning limits can be set separately for channels A and CHANGE
B. The current channel is indicated in the status line and can be CHANL
switched by pressing the CHANGE CHANL softkey.
Event / Enter comment

Information regarding special occurrences ('Events' such as 'Oil loss')
or any other desired comments can be stored along with any
measurement: EVENT
1. Press the EVENT softkey.

2a Press SELECT EVENT. Select the event from the list and press OK
to specify the problem more closely.
Example: If the noise levels in the bearing increase, select B
bearing problem as the event. Press OK and select B3 bearing
increased background noise.
2b If you want to enter an additional comment, press ENTER
COMMNT. The text editor (see page 2-12) allows you to write
short texts up to a maximum of 38 characters.
Store measurement SAVE

1. Press the SAVE softkey.
2. Use the EDIT NAME softkey to enter the required information EDIT
regarding 'machine', 'location' and the file name; 'User' and NAME
'Company' can be changed if desired.

If the file is to be stored in a different directory, press the 'FILE
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MENU' softkey, then change the current directory (see page 2-13).
SAVE
3. Press the SAVE softkey when all information is complete.
If a file with the same name already exists, you may press the ESC
softkey, then enter a different name, or proceed with the OK
softkey to overwrite the other file.
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S Charact. overall value: shock pulse / bearing condition

SETUP 6
Display range:
Signal level Display
< - 9 dBsv L
> +80 dBsv H
Shock pulse signal levels are indicated as a combination of 'Carpet

value' (background level, indicative of lubrication condition) and
'Maximum value' (transient peak level, indicative of damage), both
INFO expressed in logarithmic [dB] terms. Bearing condition is deter-
mined by comparing normalized signal levels and their difference
with reference values.
These characteristic overall values are typically affected by various
The procedures used for bearing
diagnosis (shock pulse, envelope curve, external factors (e.g. rolling velocity, i.e. bearing size and rpm,
vibration acceleration) comply with the signal damping, lubrication). To evaluate the condition of the
ISO norm, 10816-1 (Appendix E3 , E1). bearing objectively and to allow comparison between values
measured on different bearings requires either a comparison
measurement in the good condition or a normalization of the
measured values.
Normalization:
This process considers the following individual factors:
- Bearing size, RPM
These bearing-specific factors are combined in the so-called initial
value or the dBi value. The dBi value is calculated from the
rotational speed and the bore diameter of the bearing.
- Signal damping, lubrication, load, ...

These unspecific external influencing factors must be determined
empirically within the framework of a normalization adjustment.
Together with the dBi value, the adjustment value obtained in this
way, or even the dBa value, results in the so-called adjusted initial
value (dBia value).
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Consequently, the normalized shock pulse value (dBn) works out

to:
dBn = dBsv + dBi + dBa = dBsv + dBia

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Normalization adjustment
Under ideal conditions (dBa=0), the normalized carpet value of a
bearing in good condition equals 5 dBn. The true dBa value equals INFO
the difference from the measured value, only with the initial value
(dBi) normalized carpet value.
Example:
Normalized measurement on a new bearing: 9 dBn.
The adjustment value is therefore:
9 dBn - 5 dBn = 4 dBa.
a. Normalized shock pulse measurement with measure-

ment of the RPM
Before measuring the shock pulse signal, first measure the RPM. The
RPM parameter in the measurement setup is set to Measure.
1. Press OK and then MEASURE. The input screen of the normalizati-

on parameter opens:
To input the values, select the parame-

ter required using the arrow keys and
press EDIT.
In this method, the dBa value can only

be changed after the measurement (see
the note on page 3-9).
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2. If necessary, change the shaft diameter and press OK to reach the

OK
measurement screen.
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START 3. Press START and set up the RPM transducer:
START
4. Start the RPM measurement with the START softkey.
OK
5. After the RPM measurement, install the vibration transducer;
press OK to start the shock pulse measurement.
NORM If you want to change the normalization parameters (diameter, dBa,

RPM) after the measurement, press NORM:
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F
The dBi value is automatically calculated from the diameter and
RPM.
The dBa value enables the dBi value to be subsequently adjusted, Note
i.e. before the dBa value can be entered, the dBi value (diameter,
RPM) must be known.
For reliable shock pulse measurement, the dBi value should lie
within a range of -20 to +40.
The NO NORM softkey lets you switch back to non-normalized
measurement (dBsv).
b. Normalized shock pulse measurement with input of

the RPM
The shaft RPM can also be entered manually. The RPM parameter
must be set to Enter in the measurement setup.
1. Enter the shaft diameter, the RPM (max. 60000) and, if necessary,
the dBa value in the input screen of the normalization parameter
(see section a.).
2. Press OK to switch to the measurement screen.
3. Start the measurement with START.
If no RPM value has been entered yet in the normalization screen,

you will be prompted for it before the start of the shock pulse
measurement.
FNote
c. Non-normalized shock pulse measurement

If you do not want to normalize the measured values, set the RPM
parameter in the measurement setup to not used.
1. Press MEASURE to switch to the measurement screen.
2. Start the measurement with START. The measured values are
F
displayed in the unit dBsv.
In the normalization screen (NORM, see sections a. and b.), you Note
can calculate the dBi or dBia value by varying the diameter, the
dBa value and the RPM. These changes only apply to this screen.
Measured values are not normalized.
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Time signal
SETUP 10, 21-24, 27, 30, 31, 34, 35, 38, 39, 45, 57
Cursor
coordinates
Cursor
RMS and Cursor (page 3-5) (page 3-5) Start/resume

peak values menu measurement
Autorange
If an overflow or underflow occurs, the amplifier setting is performed
either automatically (in Route mode only) or must be triggered
manually with the AUTO dialog key (multimeter, balancing). The
setting is retained for subsequent measurements. To reset the setting,
you must delete the measurement data from the display using the
CLR key (save beforehand if necessary).
Autoscale
The display range is automatically adjusted to the highest value of
the signal if the parameter 'Y axis' is set to 'Auto' in the display setup
(see page 3-10).
The Route mode also takes the 'last measurement' and the 'reference
measurement' into account.
Single-value: RMS / Peak

SINGLE RMS and peak (0-Peak, P-P) values are calculated from the time
VALUE
signal (see also page 3-4).
Cursor
CURSOR The cursor can be moved using the arrow keys (left/right).
Cursor menu:A second so-called 'delta' cursor can be activated for
measuring intervals or measuring line spacing in the spectrum.
Moreover, you can view enlarged sections of the diagram (Zoom
function).
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ZOOM: Enlarges the area between the two cursors.

DELTA: Sets the left cursor on top of the right cursor (D=0) or
displays the second cursor after ZOOMing.
MAIN: Removes the delta cursor from the display.
UNZOOM: Shows the entire diagram (after ZOOMing).
ESC: Exits the cursor menu.
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Spectrum
SETUP 3-5, 8, 9, 13-15, 25, 26, 28, 29, 32, 33, 36, 37, 43, 44, 46, 58, 59
Cursor
coordinates
RMS value
(for the displayed
range)
Frequency max. Cursor (page 3-5) (page 3-5) Start/resume

markings amplitudes menu measurement
Autorange, see 'Time signal' section, page 3-8.

Cursor
Additional cursors can be activated for evaluation. For the function of
CURSOR
the fixed-function keys ZOOM, DELTA, MAIN, UNZOOM: see the
section, time signal.
The Harmonics cursor (HARM) can be used to detect harmonics in
the signal. The distance between individual cursors corresponds to
the frequency at the main cursor (MAIN).
Dominant frequencies
MAX 10
MAX 10 lists the 10 highest frequency peaks out of the entire
measurement range according to their amplitudes. Press CHANGE to
arrange the lines in order of increasing frequency.
Frequency marking
FREQ INFO lets you display typical frequencies (characteristic of FREQ
damage) in the spectrum. Note that the for RPM characteristic INFO
frequencies (e.g. harmonics) the RPM parameter should be set to

measure or enter (see pages 3-14, 4-13).
Select one of the preset frequency markings in the list (e.g. mains
frequency, harmonics), and press OK.
If you want to set a user-defined frequency mark:
a. Press FREQ MARK, and set the cursor to the respective frequen-
cy
b. Press EDIT NAME and enter a name.
c. Press OK until the measurement screen appears again.
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To delete preset frequency marks:

- Press FREQ INFO, select the mark in the list and press DELETE; Frequency spectrum analysis
examples can be found in the
To delete user-defined frequency marks: VIB 9.467G VIBROSPECT FFT
- Press FREQ INFO followed by FREQ MARK and set the cursor to signal library and the VIB 9.433G
the respective frequency. Press DELETE. vibration handbook.
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Display setup
Display range
Autoscale Complete view Preview
Each setup has an optimally adjusted display setup for the spectrum
and time signal. Changes in the display setup are stored with SAVE
(the asterisk (*) in the status line disappears). For parameters in the
display setups: see page 4-16
DRAW MODE:
'Polygon': Outline of the signal or frequency peaks
'Filled': Area beneath the 'polygon' outline, shaded for
visibility
'Lines': Individual lines distinctly discernible only at high
resolution.
(DIAGRAM TYPE) Only for 2-channel time signal measurement
'Polar'/'Cartes.' Signal display in polar or Cartesian coordinates
*X-, Y-AXIS:
* Octave, one-third octave and dB 'Lin'/'Log': Linear or logarithmic scaling
scaling only in VIBROCORD Version 2.x
'Octave'/ Octave / third-octave scaling for X-axis
'Thirds'/ 'dB' dB scaling for Y-axis (set reference!)
Range: The X-axis can be extended to up to twice
the value of the SETUP parameter 'TIME' or 'SCALE'.
The Y-Axis can be set to up to twice the value
determined through autoranging or set for the
SETUP parameter RANGE.
Y AXIS:
'Auto': The display range is automatically adjusted to the
highest value of the signal ('autoscale'). Route
mode also takes the 'last measurement' and the
'reference measurement' into account.
'Fix': The SETUP parameter RANGE is not set to 'Auto' or
the interval boundaries have been set manually.
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2-channel measurements
The maximum value of channel A automatically sets the maximum
value of channel B. For time signals, the minimum value is also set
INFO up where it is set to the negative maximum value of channel A.
Therefore, always set up the maximum value of channel A first. All
other changes can be entered afterwards.
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Transducer setup
Any of the predefined transducers can be changed by pressing the
SETUP key and marking the parameter TRANSDUCER:
Channel: A
I. II.
.
.
SELECT Transducer VIB 6.140 EDIT

TRANSD
..
Transducer Filter: 2Hz - 40kHz Name VIB 6.140

list
Type CurrLnDrv
.
.
Sensitivity 1 A/ms-
Freq.Range 1Hz - 20kHz
I. PRFTECHNIK transducers (VIB x.xxx), manometers,...

You can select this transducer directly from the transducer list using
SELECT
the VIB number or designation. Specific data such as type, sensitivity TRANSD
and measuring range are automatically loaded and need not be
entered.
II. Other transducers

1. Press EDIT to open the transducer setup.
2. Enter a name in the text editor. EDIT
3. Set up the transducer type (AC voltage, ICP or current line drive).
4. Set up the sensitivity of the transducer and the unit of the
measured quantity. (vibration acceleration, velocity, route and
E.U. Engineering Unit). E.U. is a standard unit and can be used
for any measured quantity. Enter a designation in the field
MEASUREMODE for this setting.
5. Press SAVE and enter a number for the new transducer setup
(>50).
The signal level is determined by the transducer sensitivity.

The SETUP parameter FILTER, the coupling and the measurement
range of the transducer must be adjusted to the signal.
INFO
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In a 2-channel measurement, only transducers of the same

measured quantity can be combined. LineDrive and ICP trans-
ducers cannot be combined.
In a 2-channel measurement, the transducer of channel A is
used as the default transducer of channel B. Channel B can be
changed manually.
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SETUPs
Individual SETUP characteristics
F
Note
If there are changes in the measurement setup, the result of the
current measurement is discarded.
Predefined setups: 1 ... 61
User-defined setups: 62 ... 99
Two-channel measurement
The two analog measuring channels A and B are not galvanically
insulated from each other. Before taking measurements on two
separate machines, check the potential equalization according to
WARNING!
VDE 0100 or use electrically insulated transducers.
Spectrum (Setup 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 13, 14, 15, 25, 26)

Characteristics/tips:
In all spectra, the measured quantity can be subsequently changed
for post-processing, i.e. after the measurement. For example, the
bearing noise (acceleration) on gears can first be recorded and saved
for diagnosis. Subsequently, the measured quantity in the measure-
ment setup can be set to velocity or displacement (integration) to
evaluate the running condition. As a result, no further measurement
is required.
- Parameter RPM:
RPM-dependent damage frequencies (e.g. harmonics) are dis-
played in the spectrum only when this parameter is set to
'measure' or 'enter'.
- Parameter AVERAGE:
'Peakhold' places emphasis on stochastically occurring spectral
peaks.
'Linear' emphasizes recurrent stationary components.
- Parameter BAND FILTER:
'36 kHz - 36 kHz': Shock pulse filter for transducers with high-
frequency mounting arrangement (SETUP 8, 25); also suitable for
envelope analysis.
'1 kHz - 1 kHz': Filter for transducers with low-frequency mount-
ing arrangement and for low-speed machines (SETUP 9, 26); also
suitable for envelope analysis.
If you change the filter range with envelope analysis switched off,
the SCALE parameter is automatically adjusted to the new filter
range. This adjustment can be changed again manually.
Rolling bearing envelope (Setup 8, 9, 25, 26, 43, 44)

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Special features/Tips:
- FILTER parameter:
The filter range is selected according to the RPM. The selection
window specifies recommended RPM ranges for some filters and
the machine power.
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SETUPs
Multispectrum (Setup 28)

Characteristics/tips:
The spectrum is recorded in three frequency ranges of different
resolution, which depends upon the number of spectrum lines (100,
200, 400, 800, 1600 or 3200 lines) and the upper frequency
boundary (10 kHz, 20 kHz or 40 kHz):
- In the low-frequency range (0 - 100/200/400 Hz), the spectrum is
recorded with high resolution. At 0.125 Hz resolution, for exam-
ple, a peak at twice the operating frequency (99.66 Hz for
n = 2990 RPM) resulting from shaft misalignment can be distin-
guished from that due to a 100 Hz magnetic field fault in a motor.
- At medium frequencies (100/200/400 Hz - 1/2/4 kHz), a resolu-
tion of 1.25 Hz is sufficient to display fan blade passing frequen-
cies, for example.
- In the high-frequency (1/2/4 kHz - 10/20/40 kHz) range, a
resolution of only 12.5 Hz, for example, is needed to distinguish
bearing damage frequencies.
You can take a multispectrum reading whenever you are not certain
which frequency range to select for measurement. This setting gives
you a complete overview of all frequency peaks that occur in the
predefined range. As explained above, this give the optimum resolu-
tion in each portion of the frequency spectrum for nearly any
application.
Resolution (at fmax = 20 kHz and 1600 lines)
0.125 Hz 1.25 Hz 12.5 Hz
0 200 2000 20,000 f/Hz
RPM (Setup 18)

Recommended transducers:
- active trigger sensor (VIB 4.307) for extensive analysis measure-
ments with tripod; optimal for short measurement distances and
difficult lighting conditions.
Connection and mounting: see pages 2-7 and 4-24
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Cavitation (Setup 17)

When the RPM of a pump is varied, this parameter can be used to find
the optimum suction/volume rate for minimum cavitation.
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SETUPs
Phase measurement (Setup 48, Setup list X)

The amplitude and phase position of the vibration vector is deter-
mined from the rotational frequency components of the vibration
signal. This monitoring method commonly used in machine diagnosis
is used to detect machine faults. High-speed data recording lets you
identify even rapid damage development such as blade loss, unbal-
ance, thermal stresses,...
Required transducers:
- 2 vibration transducers (for 2-channel measurement)
- 1 RPM transducer as a trigger
Special feature:
In software version 1, phase measurement can only be carried out
with rotational frequency components of the 1st order. This lets you
identify damage development such as unbalance of the machine, a
crack in the shaft or eccentricity.
Software version 2 also lets you carry out phase measurement with
rotational frequency vibration components of a higher order since
order filters can be selected in this version (see the Balance and
Additional Functions Manual, VIB 9.637G).
Process parameters (Setup 20)

Process parameters measured with another instrument can be en-
tered and stored manually.
Example: current measurement
1. Select SETUP 20 ('Manual measurement value entry')
2. Select the transducer 'AMPERE METER'.
3. Press the MEASURE softkey.
4. Enter the measured value via the keyboard.
5. Store the measurement with SAVE (see page 3-5).
Special feature:
You can enter numbers with a maximum of five digits including the
sign and decimal places after the decimal point. Decimal numbers are
rounded to two decimal places after the decimal point.
Temperature (Setup 19)

Characteristic
Temperatures can only be measured in 1-channel operation (channel
A or channel B).
Recommended transducers:
- Hand-held probe (VIB 8.607) for temperatures up to 500C /
932F
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- Magnetic temperature probe (VIB 8.608) for temperatures up to

240C / 464F
- Infrared hand-held probe (VIB 6.600) for non-contact tempera-
ture measurements up to 260C / 500F
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SETUPs
Vibration (Setup 1, 2, 7, 11, 12, 16, 17)

Characteristic:
- Parameter DURATION:
The measurement duration setting applies to one parameter. The
measurement of RMS, 0-P and P-P values takes twice as long as
indicated by the DURATION parameter.
Time signal (Setup 10, 21 - 24, 27, 31, 34, 35, 38, 39)
Characteristic
If you change the filter range when envelope analysis is switched
off, the TIME parameter will be automatically adjusted to the new
filter range. This adjustment can also be changed again manually.
Software version 2 lets you filter and display the sinus components
of the RPM harmonics of a higher order (see the Balance and
Additional Functions Manual, VIB 9.637G).
Two-channel time signal measurements can only be performed
with a maximum of 1600 lines.
Dual mode (spectrum and time signal, Setup 29)

The time signal is recorded only in order to check signal stability.
Expansion (ZOOMing) of the time axis is not possible.
Impact test (Setup 40)

This setup is used to determine the intrinsic frequency of machine
components. The velocity spectrum with internal trigger (10% level)
is measured.
Special feature:
No Autorange is performed. If an overflow occurs, the amplifier
setting must be performed manually.
Notes on the measurement:

Before the actual measurement, the amplitude range should be
determined by several trial impacts to determine when overflow
no longer occurs.
The component whose intrinsic frequency is to be determined is
excited in the vibration direction of interest by a hammer blow.
The transducer records the response of the fading component
vibration and is mounted at one or more measurement locations
that provide adequate vibration amplitude.
Only single impacts should be measured. No double impacts
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should be measured. The coupling material between the hammer

and component must be selected to be correspondingly elastic or
rigid to excite the component within the range of the anticipated
intrinsic frequency.
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SETUPs
The time range of the signal recording must be adjusted in dual

mode (Setup 29) to the frequency range of the intrinsic frequency
calculated from it. The response signal is triggered above a
recorded response amplitude, e.g. records from 10 % of the
measuring range upwards.
Vibration behavior varies according to the type and clamping of
the component. Consequently, multiple measurements should be
made and averaged within the frequency range. The size, direc-
tion and frequency range of the impact should be as constant as
possible.
The degree of excitation must be optimized according to the
attenuation or fading of the vibration. The component should
freely vibrate in the time range for long enough to allow an
adequate frequency to be determined.
The clamping of the component should correspond as closely as
possible to its operational state.
Motor current analysis (Setup 58)

The fluctuation response of the time signal and of the averaged
frequency spectrum can be assessed at the same time as the current
probe analysis of individual motor phases. This enables the identifica-
tion of electrical faults in AC motors, in DC motors and in frequency
converter-controlled motors as well in the 50/60Hz power supply.
This setup is suitable for transient and fluctuating motor current
signals.
The following current probe with a ferrite core on the cable is
recommended (1mV/A) for motor current analysis:
Manufacturer: Model:
CHAUVIN ARNOUX C 34 CV 1000 A AC / 1 V AC
190, rue Championennet
75876 Paris Cedex 18
France
BNC
The transducer parameters in measurement setup 58 are adjusted to

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the recommended current probe. An adapter cable for BNC to QLA is

required to connect the current probe to the VIBROCORD measure-
ment channel.
Special feature:
The current time signal is recorded as well as the spectrum (Dual
mode).
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SETUPs
Sound pressure spectrum (Setup 59)

A narrow band sound pressure spectrum can be used to diagnose the
causes of sound development in machines.
In particular, the cause of the sound can be identified and evaluated
from the vibration and noise response of the machine using 2-
channel measurement with a microphone and acceleration transduc-
ers (bearing damage and errors, coupling errors, electrical faults).
Special feature:
Version 2 also enables the X-axis to be set to a third scale or an octave
scale.
The following microphone is recommended for measuring the sound
pressure spectrum:
Manufact.: THE MODAL SHOP Inc.

1776 Mentor Avenue
Suite 170
Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
45212 -3521
Model: Microphone module 130A10 with a BNC output 130P10
and with an ICP pre-amplifier that can be screwed on
Check the selected transducer parameter before the measurement.
To do this, select the TRANSDUCER parameter in the measurement setup
and press the EDIT softkey. The following settings must be made for
the recommended microphone:
Type: ICP
Sensitivity : 15mV/Pa
Frequency range: 10 ... 15000 Hz
Sound pressure spectrum of a calibra-

tion source with the X-axis set to a
logarithmic scale.
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VIBCODE: Multimeter operation
Measuring with VIBCODE in the multimeter mode

Measurement tasks at VIBCODE measurement locations are normally
defined on the PC using OMNITREND software and then transferred
to the VIBROCORD FFT data collector. These measurements can no
longer be changed on the data collector and can only be processed in
the Route mode (see page 3-22ff).
Measurements with the VIBCODE transducer system can be per-
formed in the multimeter mode in the following situations:
a. If further measurements are necessary at a VIBCODE measure-

ment location that have not been defined as measurement tasks in
the route or in the pool.
b. If, during a route measurement, the VIBCODE transducer is

connected to a measurement location for which no measurement
task is defined (or for an uncoded, full code ring). VIBROCORD
then switches automatically into multimeter mode.
Re a.
1. Switch to the multimeter mode.
MULTI
MODE Press the MENU key to call up the main menu and then press the
MULTIMODE softkey.
Re a. and b.
SELECT
TRANSD 2. Select the setup required and set the TRANSDUCER parameter to
VIBCODE (Transducer setting, page 3-13).
3. Connect the VIBCODE transducer to the measurement location
and press MEASURE.
VIBROCORD reads the measurement location number and sets the
amplifier (if AUTORANGE is set in the setup).
START 4. Start the measurement by pressing START.
SAVE
5. Store the measurement by pressing SAVE.
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Data Recorder
Data recorder
If you want to monitor particular temporary events or states of a
measurement location over a longer period of time, use the data
recorder in VIBROCORD. This function continuously executes the
selected measurement task and automatically saves the measured
values in the instrument. The resulting dataset is then transmitted to
a PC and evaluated as a measured value trend using the OMNITREND
PC software.
1. Activate the multimeter mode (MULTI MODE) in the instrument.
2. Press SETUP and open the required measurement setup.
3. Press RECORD to select the data recorder: RECORD
START RECORDING: immediately / start delay

(START DELAY): in minutes (only if start delay has been selected) Autorange / Fixrange
MEASUREM. DELAY: Waiting period in seconds between two If the range (Range parameter in the
measurements. measurement setup) is set fix, Autor-
ange only takes place if the signals
STOP RECORDING: Data recorder stops measurement if fluctuate heavily.
- the memory card is full If the parameter is set to auto, the
- a specific number of measurements has been Autorange function always takes
performed ('Counter') place before each measurement. This
- a defined time is cancelled ('Duration). causes the measuring time to be
extended.
(DURATION): in minutes (only if Duration has been selected)
(NO. OF MEAS.): Counter (only if Stop recording has been selected)
FILENAME: Name of file for saved measured values.
4. Connect the transducer to the measurement location and to the

measuring instrument.
5. Press START to start the data recorder. START
The data recorder can be interrupted by pressing PAUSE or by

leaving the measurement screen. FNote
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A maximum number of 65535 measurements can be performed.

It is not possible to record the RPM and a second measured
quantity (e.g. shock pulse) at the same time.
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Route measurement
Route measurement
A route is a collection of repetitive measurements taken in a specified
sequence. The route measurements are collected at regular intervals.
The route is created on the PC using OMNITREND software and
transferred to the VIBROCORD FFT data collector. An essential
component of the route is the so-called Route Expert:
The Route Expert

always knows which tasks to perform at every measurement location.
In 'normal' situations, i.e. when signal levels remain within accept-
able range, the data collector only records individual characteristic
*Monitoring the rolling bearings of a values. Normally, one location* (e.g. on the impeller side of the
machine requires a measurement point bearing housing for measuring machine vibration) is provided for
on each bearing.
each machine. If, however, a parameter reading exceeds warning or
alarm limits**, the route expert automatically takes a spectrum
**The limit that triggers the diagnostic
measurement is defined in the OMNI- measurement at the offending location. These additional tasks
TREND software as an adaptive (spectra, characteristic overall values) are programmed for each
trigger. If no adaptive trigger is location by the OMNITREND PC program and are activated 'only in
defined, the diagnostic measurement is case of 'emergency'.
triggered if the lowest limit is exceeded.
General instructions for the route mode

1. Measurements made in the route mode are automatically saved
when all the tasks at the measurement location are complete. The
measurements are stored in a separate directory that cannot be
viewed by the user.
2. The following additional information can also be transferred with
each route that is downloaded by the PC to the data collector:
Alarm and warning limits
Frequency markings (in spectra; see page 3-11)
Reference overall value and previous measured overall value
3. Routes that are already complete but have not yet been uploaded
to the PC can be repeated. In particular, individual measurement
tasks can be repeated.
4. After the uploading of a route to the PC, this route is deleted in the
VIBROCORD FFT data collector.
5. Measurement tasks at a measurement location are automatically
executed one after the other if the same transducer is used.
FNote
The VIBROCORD must be updated to version 1.34/2.04 or higher
in order to communicate with the OMNITREND software version
1.3/ 2.0 or higher.
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Route measurement
Typical sequence of a route (flow diagram)
Activate the route mode and

ROUTE
open the selection screen
Route #1 12.02.1999
Route #2 14.02.1999 Select the route
Route #3
OK Start the route
OK Confirm the measurement task

(Non-VIBCODE measurement location)
Connect Connect Connect the specified transducer

VIBCODE Transducer or the VIBCODE to the VIBCODE
measurement location
PRO Start the measurement

START
CEED (PROCEED with the VIBCODE)
Measurement running Perform the

measurement
Next measurement task

NEXT
Measurement tasks at the same
TASK
measurement location and using
the same transducer start
automatically
Measurement tasks form the basic elements of a route. Each of

these tasks is uniquely allocated to a specific measurement
location on a machine. Several machines can be combined to
form an aggregate (also see Hierarchies in the OMNITREND INFO
Online help for more information).
During a route measurement:
- Predefined measurement tasks cannot be changed
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- Tasks can be completed in any order

(any holes can be completed later)
- Tasks or measurement locations can be skipped, e.g. if ma-
chines are temporarily out of service (the route still counts as
being completed)
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Route measurement
Starting the route

1. Press the ROUTE softkey in the main menu.
ROUTE
() : skipped
: completed
: uncompleted
tasks
Delete Show route Start

route contents route
2. Select a route from the list and press OK. The measurement tasks
screen appears.
F
Alternatively, you can also start the route from any aggregate or
any measurement location. Press SHOW ROUTE, select the re-
Note quired aggregate and press SHOW TRAIN (if necessary, SHOW
POINT).
Screen is
Route name divided
according to:
previous task
Hierarchy:
current
Aggregate /Measurement location
task
Meas. task /
channel: transducer
(VIBCODE number) next task
Opens machine Skip Meas. task Confirm task

train list
Read VIBCODE stud
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OK 3. Connect the transducer selected for the current task. Press OK.
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Route measurement
Alternatively, you can use the arrow keys (8/up or 2/down) to

select a different measurement task and so complete the route in
the required order.
F Note
If you are measuring with the VIBCODE, you only need to connect
the transducer and to press the softkey PROCEED. VIBROCORD
then automatically reads the measurement location number and
searches for the allocated task in the route/ pool (see page 3-28ff
for more information).
4. Start the measurement by pressing START. START
Softkey functions and screen contents

vary according to the measurement
task at hand as described in the section
'Multimeter mode' (page 3-1f).
5. Press the NEXT TASK softkey in the task list to call up the next task NEXT
TASK
to be completed; This calls up the next unprocessed measurement
task* in the task list. A check mark appears beside the task just * May possibly also be an unprocessed
completed. task in the list.
6. Press OK and repeat the measurement procedure from step 3.
When the route is completely finished, *** END *** appears in the
task list. If you then press the NEXT TASK softkey, this calls up the
measurement tasks in the pool.
If an overflow or underflow occurs, the amplifier is set up

automatically ('autorange').
The measurement is automatically saved as soon as you press INFO
NEXT TASK (Message: Please wait).
Measurement tasks with the same transducer are automatically
processed at a measurement point if the AutoSave function is
active (see Configuration screen, page 2-11).
The measurement can be repeated with START (old measured
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values will be overwritten).

Alarm and warning limits can only be set on the PC.
Setups: The measurement and transducer setups of individual
measurement tasks cannot be changed in route mode. Only the
display setups can be changed.
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Route measurement
Options in the route mode

Displaying locations
If you repeat individual locations or want to check the measurement
tasks, you can call these up as follows:
SHOW
ROUTE
1. Select the required route in the route list (page 3-24) and press
SHOW ROUTE
Route
Machine train
SHOW
TRAIN 2. Select the aggregate and press SHOW TRAIN.
SHOW 3. Select the measurement point and press SHOW POINT to display
TRAIN
the measurement tasks:
Measuring
location
Measurement task
Optional task
(Route Expert)
FNote
Measurement tasks that are called up by the route expert only if an
alarm value is exceeded are marked by *** opt ***. The triggering
limit (alarm, warning) is defined using the OMNITREND PC
software (adaptive trigger). If no adaptive trigger is defined, the
adaptive measurement is triggered if the lowest limit is exceeded.
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3. Leave the screen 'Measurement tasks with ESC and press OK to

perform the measurement at this measurement location.
4. Confirm the task by pressing OK (or press PROCEED in the
VIBCODE) and start the measurement by pressing START.
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Route measurement
Skipping a location or a task

If a machine is temporarily out of service, its route measurement
locations and tasks can be skipped.
1. Press the SKIP fixed-function key in the measurement tasks SKIP

screen (see page 3-24).
2. Press SELECT HRCHY to select the hierarchy level to be skipped. SELECT

HRCHY
Hierarchy levels
(e.g.):
Measuring location
Measuring task
3. The SELECT EVENT and ENTER COMNT softkeys can be used to SELECT ENTER
EVENT COMNT
document the reason for skipping (see page 3-5). EINGEB
F
A measurement point can be skipped only if none of its tasks has
been completed.
Skipped tasks are marked with a check mark in parentheses ( ) Note
and count as having been completed.
Deleting a route (pool)

If you want to delete the route completely, press the DELETE softkey DELETE
in the route list (s. page 3-24).
Leaving a route
After completing a route, press the MENU key to return to the main
menu.
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VIBCODE measurement
VIBCODE measurement
Measurements taken using the VIBCODE system (page 4-25) are...
quick, because all measurement settings are preprogrammed by
the PC program OMNITREND and need only be collected at the
press of a key.
reliable, because measurement locations are automatically recog-
nized from their encoded studs and the proper combination of
measurements is always taken at each location.
repeatable, because the transducer always contacts the stud in the
exact same optimum orientation and with the same optimum
pressure.
The VIBCODE concept can be shown as follows:
VIBCODE
location
Route within route
VIBCODE
location
within pool
'Unknown'
VIBCODE
location
Pool
VIBCODE route
VIBCODE locations at which the condition data of the machines are
to be collected routinely at regular intervals, are collected together to
form a route. These locations can be processed in any order as the
VIBCODE uses an automatic location identification.
VIBCODE Pool
Pool locations can be seen as a set of 'reserve' points that are not part
of the route and are measured only as needed. These locations are
only completed after being called up, i.e. after the VIBCODE
transducer has been connected, the location identified and the stored
task retrieved. The pool is loaded into the VIBROCORD FFT data
collector together with the corresponding route.
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Unknown VIBCODE locations

If the VIBCODE location is not recognized as belonging to either the
route or the pool, the route is interrupted and the VIBCODE switches
to the normal multimeter mode. Here, the required measurement
task can be set up and performed (see S 3-20).
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VIBCODE route
Tips on measurement with VIBCODE

- Never use the VIBCODE transducer to take a measurement
directly from the machine surface. This transducer must
always be locked onto the VIBCODE stud!
Attention!
- Place the protective cap on the transducer before extended
periods of nonuse.
- The transducer must be kept clean of solvents, grease and oil.
- Maximum bolt temperature for measurement: 70C / 158F
(or, for up to 5 minutes: 80C / 176F)

Measuring the VIBCODE route

ROUTE
1. Press the ROUTE softkey in the main menu.
2. Select the route to be measured from the list of available routes
and press OK (see page 3-24).
3. Connect the VIBCODE transducer to the data collector and then
mount it onto the measurement stud (see above).
PRO
4. Press the PROCEED softkey. CEED
VIBROCORD reads the number of the measurement location and

first searches the route for the corresponding measurement tasks
defined for it. If the VIBCODE measurement location is not in the
route, the corresponding VIBCODE pool is checked (if it exists). INFO
If the measurement location can be allocated a task in the route /
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pool, the program switches to the measurement screen and starts

the measurement automatically.
The MEASURE key is inactive in VIBCODE measurement tasks, i.e.
the measurement screen cannot be called up manually. F
Note
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VIBCODE route
NEXT
TASK
5. Press NEXT TASK to display the measurement tasks screen (see
page 3-24).
6. Remove the VIBCODE transducer and connect it to the next
measurement location.
PRO
CEED
7. Press PROCEED and repeat the measurement procedure.
Repeating a VIBCODE measurement task

Case 1:
You are in the measurement screen and have not yet unplugged the
VIBCODE transducer.
Press the START softkey in the measurement screen.
Case 2:
You have left the measurement screen and are in the Measurement
tasks screen (see page 3-24).
a. Connect the VIBCODE transducer to the relevant measurement

location.
b. Press PROCEED and confirm the query Overwrite meas. data?

by pressing OK.
c. Select the measurement task in the following screen using the

arrow keys and press OK. The measurement then starts automati-
cally.
Location number Measurement tasks
Location
Measurement task
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VIBCODE pool
Measuring the VIBCODE pool

The VIBCODE pool forms part of a route and is a collection of the
measurement locations that are provided as reserves and to be
measured only if needed.
1. Press ROUTE in the main menu and mark the required route: ROUTE
Display VIBCODE pool
SHOW
2. Press the SHOW POOL softkey to display the measurement POOL
locations in the pool.
3. Select the required train and press the SHOW TRAIN soft key to SHOW
TRAIN
display the measurement locations.
4. Connect the VIBCODE transducer to the measurement location PRO
and press PROCEED. CEED
VIBROCORD reads the measurement location number and dis-
plays the measurement tasks for this number.
5. Select the measurement task and confirm by pressing OK. OK
The measurement then starts automatically.
6. After the measurement, press NEXT TASK to save the result. NEXT
Unplug the VIBCODE transducer. TASK
Pool measurements where the VIBCODE transducer is only used

for measurement location recognition are carried out in the same
way (see also next page for details). Please note that after INFO
connecting the VIBCODE transducer and confirming the measure-
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ment task with OK, the actual measurement transducer must be

connected.
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VIBCODE: non-coded measurement locations
VIBCODE measurement location recognition

for non-coded measurement locations
The advantages of automatic measurement location recognition can
also be used for measurement tasks that cannot be performed with
the VIBCODE transducer such as:
- Temperature measurement
- Vibration measurement on low-speed machines
- Measurement at inaccessible locations (remote locations)
- Measurement with a permanently installed transducer
The VIBCODE is connected to channel A in this application and is
only used for the recognition of the measurement location. The
actual measurement is made on channel B using another transducer
(e.g. temperature sensor, vibration transducer low-speed machines).
Mobile transducer for 'low-speed machines'

(VIB 6.147)
VIBCODE

VIBROCORD
Preparation
Install the VIBCODE measurement studs as close as possible to the
actual measurement location.
Define the measurement task for a VIBCODE measurement loca-
tion in the OMNITREND software and set up the correct transduc-
er in the Meas Type property sheet (see OMNITREND Online
Help).
Load the route* with the measurement task in the VIBROCORD.
* The measurement location can also
be set up in a pool (see page 3-26). Performing a measurement
1. Select the route* that contains the measurement location.
2. Connect the VIBCODE transducer to channel A and lock it onto the
coded measurement stud.
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3. Press PROCEED to read the measurement location number.

You will then be informed which transducer is to be connected to
channel B*.
* The measuring channel in the setup is
automatically switched to 'B' in this 4. Connect the transducer to channel B, couple it to the measure-
special measurement task. ment location and press OK. The measurement starts automatical-
ly.
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Appendix
Chapter 4: Appendix
Data evaluation
Data transfer with a PC

0. Switch on VIBROCORD.
1. Connect the PC cable (SYS 2.711-2) to VIBROCORD and the PC.
2. Press the PC COMM* softkey in the main menu. PC
COMM
The instrument switches to PC mode and waits to receive a
command from PC; all further data transfer is handled by the
OMNITREND PC program.
PC
(serial)
Printer
(parallel)
Data transferred from the instrument to a PC can include:

- Multimeter measurements
- Completed PC routes
Routes in the VIBROCORD are deleted as soon as they have been INFO
transferred to the PC.
Data transferred from PC to instrument includes:

- New PC routes
- Measurement, display, transfer SETUPs
Files of alarm/warning limits and characteristic frequencies
- Instrument operating software ('firmware') update* files
Power-saving functions are inactive during PC communication (see * Update: The baud rate has to be set
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page 2-5). to 19200. After PC COMM press any

key to set the baud rate to 19200.
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Appendix: data evaluation
Update of the firmware
Before making an update, save the measured data on the PC.

Attention!
1. Connect the VIBROCORD to the PC and start the communication
mode. Press the PCCOMM softkey.
2. Press any key to set the baud rate to 19200 Baud.
3. Start the update program on the OMNITREND CD and follow the
instructions on the screen.
Firmware registration
Once updated, the instrument operating software ('firmware') must
be registered using the password delivered with the registration
certificate.
1. Switch on the instrument. The following message appears:
WRONG LICENCE CODE?

Current Software version : (Version no.)
BIOS ID : (ID no.)
* No password is required for the Enter new licence code (0=no / 1= yes / 3= start pcComm*)
'PCKomm' communication program.
2. Press '1' and enter the password with the text editor (page 2-12).
Changing memory cards

All measurement data and the operating software ('firmware') are
contained on an interchangeable memory card (PCMCIA). The
standard card has a capacity of 4 MB.
Switch off the intrument before changing memory cards.

Attention!
Change the card as follows:
1. Remove the rear cover.
2. Carefully pull out the card.
3. Carefully plug in the new card. The labeled side of the card faces
the inside of the instrument.
4. Replace the rear cover.
Printing
Display screen contents can be printed out via the parallel (printer)
or serial (RS-232) interfaces of the VIBROCORD FFT data collector.
1. Connect the printer cable to the VIBROCORD parallel interface
(see previous page).
Press CONFIG in the main menu, then PRINTR CONFIG and select
the appropriate printer model from the list (see page 2-11).
2. Press the 'slash' key to begin printing out the contents of the
current display.
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E Note
Do not press any other keys while printing (as indicated in the
display) since doing so would stop the printout in progress.
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Appendix: power supply
Power supply
AC adapter (ALI 3.576) (optional)
The VIBROCORD FFT data collector can be powered using an AC
(mains) adapter in the following cases to conserve battery power:
- Data transfer with a PC (in an office)
- Instrument firmware updating
The rechargeable battery should remain installed in the instrument

and sufficiently charged to power the unit in case the power cord
should inadvertently be unplugged during operation.
Attention!
The AC adapter must not be connected when the battery pack is
F
left in place for charging.
The 'EXT' LED illuminates when the instrument is powered from
the mains. Note
Power-saving functions are deactivated during mains operation.
Order number
Open the cover Battery compartement cover:
with 2.5 mm 0 3024 12012
hex key Battery damper: 0 0452 0086
The parts required for battery operation

Battery damper
can be obtained from:
PRFTECHNIK Alignment
Fax: +49 (89) 99616-122
AC supply
ALI 3.576
Battery operation (MAIN)

The instrument can also be powered using six 'C'-size alkali-magne-
sium batteries (IEC LR 14) instead of the compact rechargable
battery pack.
Switch off the instrument before changing batteries.

Attention!
Remove the batteries before extended periods of nonuse. The
F
instrument could otherwise be damaged by battery leakage.
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See the diagram on the rear of the instrument or page 1-10

Note
for correct battery orientation.
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Appendix: SETUPs
Table 1: Measurement setups for overall values
SETUP Parameters
Chan. Dur. Averaging RPM Transducer Range Quantity Filter
#1 A 1s Linear (2) Dyna 0 s off VIB 6.140 Auto Vel. 10 Hz - 1 kHz

#6 A 1s Spitzenw.(4) Dyna 0 s manual VIB 6.140 - - -
#7 A 1s Spitzenw.(3) Dyna 0 s off VIB 6.140 Auto Accel. 2 Hz - 40 kHz
#11 A 1s Linear (3) Dyna 0 s off VIB 6.140 Auto Displ. 2 Hz - 1 kHz
#16 A 1s Linear (4) Dyna 0 s off VIB 6.140 Auto Accel. 10 Hz - 2 kHz
#17 A 1s Peak (4) Dyna 0 s off VIB 6.140 - - -
#18 - - Linear (2) Dyna 0 s - - - - -
#19 A - None off VIB 8.607 - - -
#20 - - - - - Manometer - Pressure -
#61 A 1s Linear (3) Dyna 0 s off Voltage Auto Voltage 2 Hz - 40 kHz
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Table 2: Usage of SETUPs for overall values
SETUP RPM Setup name Interpretation Useful for detection of...

No. for [machine type] Type of machine problems
1 (S ) >600 Machine overall vibration Vibration severity/ All elevations from machine errors except
All standard machines* machine running condition from friction pairing
2 (S ) >120 Machine overall vibration Vibration severity of As above, except low-frequency rpm-
All low-speed low-speed machines harmonic excitation on machines with low
standard machines with high amplitude rigidity
6 (S ) >600 Shock pulse measurement Bearing race condition; All damage to bearing races except simple
Friction pairings** (rolling beraings, tooth mesh quality and lubrication wear***; lubricant contamination,
gear teeth) on standard machines condition except excess lubrication insufficient lubrication
7 (S ) >120 Acceleration overall value Bearing race condition; All damage to bearing races, wear and
Friction pairings (see above) on low- tooth mesh quality and lubrication lubrication problems such as insufficient or
speed machines, reciprocating condition except excess lubrication contaminated lubrication
machines
11 (S) >120 Displacemt. overall value Operating condition of machines Operating condition deterioration due to
All machine types with sleeve bearings and low- rpm-harmonic excitation, 1st through 4th
speed, low-amplitude machines order
12 (S) >120 Gear vibration severity Gear transmission Gear operating condition deterioration
Gear transmissions vibration severity
16 (S) Cavitation efficiency Relative evaluation of cavitation in Relative change in cavitation level under
Pumps, valves low-frequency range, which different operating conditions
influences efficiency and flow rate
17 (S) Cavitation material Relative evaluation of cavitation in Relative change in cavitation level under
Pumps, valves high-frequency range, which can different operating conditions
lead to material destruction
18 (S) Speed Shaft RPM measurement

All machines
19 (S) Temperature Surface temperature of compo- Rolling bearing: excessive lubrication easily
Machine components, sleeve nents detectable; limited use for evaluating
bearings, some rolling bearings (e.g. bearing condition except for severe
impeller side on fans and pumps damage; standard for sleeve bearings and
handling hot media) transmissions
Process parameter Process parameters that influence Relative evaluation of vibration magnitude
20 (S) Manual entry of meas. readings machine condition
61 (S) AC Voltage Multimeter function for alternating Overflow of limits for rms, 0/p, p/p by any
quantities from small-voltage measured quantities on instrument small-
outputs of transducers & instru- voltage and transducer outputs
ments
Possible sources of disturbance/problems
50 Hz ground loop Highly turbulent flow, rolling bearing signals, Insufficient measurement duration, poor
(SETUP 1,2) Gearbox signals mounting contact, reflection characteristics
(SETUP 16,17) of infrared probe (SETUP 19)
Gears covering up signals of good bearings;
pump cavitation; machine part rubbing; Lighting conditions; mounting; quality of Reading/display accuracy
improper mounting reflective/contrast mark (SETUP 20)
(SETUP 6) (SETUP 18)
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Machine vibration; sensitive to wrong

transducer mounting (SETUP 7)
*Standard machines include electric machines, fans, pumps ***without severe cage wear and race wear without groove
**Friction pairings are rolling bearings, rubbing machine parts, gears, seals formation under variable axial load conditions
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Table 3: Measurement setups for spectra
SETUP Parameters
Channel Dur. Lines Scale Time Averaging Trigger Window RPM Transducer Range Quantity Filter Envelope
#3 A - 1600 400 Hz - Linear (3) stat. 0 s off Hanning off VIB 6.140 20 mm/s Vel. 10 Hz- 1 kHz off
#4 A - 800 400 Hz - Linear (4) stat. 0 s off Hanning off VIB 6.140 20 mm/s Vel. 2 Hz- 1 kHz off
#5 A - 3200 2000 Hz - Linear (4) stat. 0 s off Hanning off VIB 6.140 Auto Vel. 2 Hz- 2 kHz off
#8 A - 1600 1000 Hz - Linear (4) stat. 0 s off Hanning off VIB 6.140 2 m/s Accel. 36 kHz- 36 kHz on
#9 A - 800 400 Hz - Linear (4) stat. 0 s off Hanning off VIB 6.140 2 m/s Accel. 1 kHz- 1 kHz on
#13 A - 3200 4000 Hz - Linear (4) Dyna 0 s off Hanning off VIB 6.140 Auto Accel. 36 kHz- 36 kHz off
#14 A - 3200 2000 Hz - Linear (4) Dyna 0 s off Hanning off VIB 6.140 Auto Accel. 2 Hz- 2 kHz off
#15 A - 1600 40000 Hz - Linear (5) Dyna 0 s off Hanning off VIB 6.140 Auto Accel. 2 Hz - 40 kHz off
#25 A - 1600 1000 Hz - Peak (4) stat. 0 s off Hanning off VIB 6.140 2 m/s Accel. 36 kHz - 36 kHz on
#26 A - 800 400 Hz - Peak (4) stat. 0 s off Hanning off VIB 6.140 2 m/s Accel. 1 kHz - 1 kHz on
#28 A - 800 20 000 Hz - Linear (3) stat. 0 s off Hanning off VIB 6.140 Auto Accel. 2 Hz - 40 kHz off
#29 A - 1600 400 ms - Linear (3) Dyna 0 s off Hanning off VIB 6.140 Auto Vel. 2 Hz - 1 kHz off
#32 A - 1600 40 kHz - Linear (5) Dyna 0 s off Hanning off VIB 6.140 Auto Accel. 2 Hz - 40 kHz off
#33 A - 1600 400 Hz - Linear (2) Stat. 0 s off Hanning - VIB 6.140 Auto Displ. 2 Hz - 1 kHz off
#36 A - 1600 10 kHz - Linear (5) Dyna 0 s off Hanning off VIB 8.660VD Auto Accel. 10 Hz - 40 kHz off
#37 A - 1600 4 kHz - Linear (5) Dyna 0 s off Hanning off VIB 6.136 Auto Accel. 2 Hz - 40 kHz off
#40 A - 1600 2 kHz - Linear (3) Dyna 0 s A/up/10% Rectangle off VIB 6.140 Auto Vel. 2 Hz - 1 kHz off
#43 A - 800 400 Hz - Linear (4) Stat 0 s off Hanning off VIB 6.140 2 m/s Accel. 1 kHz - 40 kHz on
#44 A - 800 400 Hz - Peak. (4) Stat 0 s off Hanning off VIB 6.140 2 m/s Accel. 1 kHz - 40 kHz on
#46 A - 1600 20 kHz - Linear (3) Dyn 0 s off Hanning off Voltage Auto Voltage 2 Hz - 40 kHz off
#58 A - 1600 400 Hz - Linear (3) Dyn 0 s off Hanning off Current clamp Auto Motor curr. 2 Hz - 1 kHz off
#59 A - 800 20 kHz - Linear (4) Dyn 0 s off Flat Top off Microphone Auto Sound press. 10 Hz - 40 kHz off
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Appendix: SETUPs
Table 4: Usage of SETUPs for spectra
SETUP RPM Setup name Interpretation Useful for detection of...

No. for [mashine type] Type of machine problems
3 (f) >600 Machine spectrum Sources of high Common machine errors such as unbal-
All standard machines vibration levels ance, misalignment, resonance etc.
4 (f) >120 Machine spectrum Sources of high Common machine errors such as unbal-
All low-speed vibration levels ance, misalignment, resonance etc.
standard machines
5 (f) >120 Gear spectrum Sources of high All gear errors that affect running condition
Gear transmissions, vibration levels such as unbalance, misalignment, severe
compressors, vacuum pumps tooth damage
8 (f) >120 Rolling bearing envelope Bearing race condition; (High-frequency mounting at 40 kHz)
Friction pairings (see above) on tooth mesh and running quality Evaluation of extent of damage: damaged
standard machines roller bearing component, gear tooth
damage, gear eccentricity
9 (f) <120 Rolling bearing envelope Roller bearing race (Low-frequency mounting > 1 kHz)
Friction pairings (see above) on low- condition Evaluation of extent of damage to bearing
speed machines component
13 (f) >120 Gear envelope Gear mesh and operating quality; Gear tooth damage, gear eccentricity, gear
Gear transmissions mouting resonance > 1 kHz meshing fault
(magnet)
14 (f) >120 Gear spectrum Gear mesh and operating quality; Gear tooth damage, gear meshing fault
Gear transmissions mounting resonance > 1 kHz
(magnet)
15 (f) >120 Acceleration spectrum Friction vibration and transducer Evaluation of rubbing phenomena and
All components, mounting resonance components of shocklike processes as with
special machines compressors; cavitation frequency range
25 (f) >120 Rolling bearing envelope Rolling bearing race condition; (High-frequency mounting at 40 kHz)
Friction pairings on gear operation and meshing Especially for detection of early damage to
standard machines quality bearing components, gears; gear eccen-
tricity; not for evaluating extent of damage
26 (f) < 120 Rolling bearing envelope Rolling bearing race condition (Low-frequency mounting > 1 kHz)
Friction pairings on For recognition of early bearing damage;
low-speed machines not for evaluating extent of damage
28 (f) > 120 Multispectrum Simultaneous recording of all Simultaneous recognition of all machine
All machines machine, gear and bearing and gear errors, passing frequencies and
conditions in the vibration bearing conditions
acceleration spectrum up to 200 /
2000 / 20000 Hz
29 (f) > 600 Dual mode Simultaneous measurement of 1. Machine error with temporarily non-
Spectrum and time signal time signal and vibration speed periodic and non-stationary vibration
spectrum up to 400 Hz, time signals
signal 4000 ms; for varying and 2. Current probe measurement for the
transient (temporarily non- simultaneous evaluation of time &
periodic) machine vibration signals frequency behavior;
3. Machine errors that must be observed
and evaluated in the time and frequency
range
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Appendix: SETUPs
Table 4: Usage of SETUPs for spectra (cont.)
SETUP RPM Setup name Interpretation Recognition of ...

No. [rpm] for [machine type] machine problems
32 (f) >120 Acceleration spectrum up to 20 kHz; as 14 but for as 14, for high-speed gears, condition
linear contact freqencies of high-speed evaluation and fault diagnosis of friction
gears, for condition evaluation pairings
and fault diagnosis of friction
pairings
33 (f) >120 Displacement spectrum machine errors on soft mounted all low frequenccy machine errors and
low-speed machines (range 2 up intrinsic vibrations of higher amplitude
to 400 Hz), particularly for lower
rigidity of machine construction
36 (f) > 120 Acceleration spectrum as 32, but up to 10 kHz for as 32

linear TIPTECTOR and VIBCODE
37 (f) > 120 Acceleration spectrum as 32, but up to 4 kHz as 32

linear specially for 5 kHz transducer
40 (f) all Impact test Determining the intrinsic frequen- Resonance magnifications in machine and
cies of components in machines component vibrations through
Resonance of RPM harmonic excitations
with intrinsic component frequencies. For
example, on shafts or on impeller blades,
several direction-dependent intrinsic modes
can be determined.
43 (f) < 600 Rolling bearing envelope Condition of the races of bearing Evaluation of the extent of damage to the
> 300 kW, < 600 RPM components races of bearing components in the
bearings of low-speed large machines
44 (f) < 600 Rolling bearing envelope Condition of the races of bearing Recognition of early damage to the races of
> 300 kW, < 600 RPM components bearing components in the bearings of low-
speed large machines
46 (f) AC voltage spectrum Narrow-band spectrum function Identification of dominant spectrum

for high-frequency alternating components in alternating quantities
quantities (2 Hz to 20 kHz)
Possible sources of interference/problems

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50 Hz ground loop Ground loops for voltage signals Ground loops with voltage signals; machine
(SETUP 3-5) (SETUP 8,9) frequencies
(also SETUP 14, page 4-7) (SETUP 25,26)
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Appendix: SETUPs
Table 4: Usage of SETUPs for spectra (cont.)

SETUP RPM Setup name Interpretation Recognition of ...
No. [rpm] for [machine type] machine problems
58 (f) Motor current analysis Current probe analysis of single Electrical faults in
motor phases for the simultaneous 1. AC motors such as: unbalance in the
evaluation of fluctuation response stator, unbalance in the rotor, electrical
of the time signal and of the unbalance, bar error, fault in the short
averaged frequency spectrum for circuit ring
fluctuating and transient motor 2. DC motors such as slip ring error,
current signals using current probe rectifier error
e.g. output 1mV/A 3. Frequency inverter-controlled motors
(use cable with ferrite ring) with unduly high harmonic components of
the frequency of the motor circuit
4. In the 50/60 Hz power supply such as
asymmetries and unduly high harmonic
components
59 (f) Sound pressure spectrum Narrow-band noise pressure Evaluation of the airborne sound of
spectrum for the diagnosis of machines as well as the diagnosis and
causes of noise development in evaluation of the causes of noise from the
machines; two-channel diagnosis vibration and noise response of machines
using microphone and acceleration such as bearing damage and errors,
transducers for the comparison of coupling errors, electrical faults
airborne sound and structure-
borne vibration, display can be
switched between third/octave and
dB scale
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Table 5a: Measurement setups for time signals and additional measurements (X)
SETUP Parameters
Channel Lines Time Averaging Trigger RPM Transducer Range Quantity Filter Envelope Order
#10 A 800 200 ms No None not used VIB 6.140 Auto Accel. 10 Hz - 1 kHz off None
#21 A 400 1000 ms No None not used VIB 6.140 Auto Displ. 2 Hz - 1 kHz off None
#22 A 800 80 ms No None not used VIB 6.140 Auto Vel. 2 Hz - 2 kHz off None
#23 A 1600 80 ms No None not used VIB 6.140 Auto Accel. 2 Hz - 40 kHz off None
#24 A 1600 80 ms No None not used VIB 6.140 Auto Accel. 36 kHz - 36 kHz off None
#27* A+B 400 1000 ms No A/up./10% not used VIB 6.140 Auto Vel. 2 Hz - 1 kHz off None
#30 A 400 1000 ms No None not used VIB 6.140 Auto Vel. 2 Hz - 1 kHz off None
#31 A 1600 80 ms No None - VIB 6.140 Auto Accel. 2 Hz - 40 kHz off None
#34 A 1600 160 ms No None - VIB 8.660VD Auto Accel. 10 Hz - 40 kHz off None
#38 A 1600 160 ms No None - VIB 8.660VD Auto Accel. 10 Hz - 40 kHz off None
#45 A 1600 400 ms No None not used Voltage Auto Voltage 2 Hz - 40 kHz off None
#48 (X) A+B - - Lin(3)Stat.0s None - VIB 6.140 Auto Vel. 2 Hz - 1 kHz off None
#57* A+B 1600 1600 No Trigger, down Measure Vibronecs Auto DIispl. 2 Hz - 1 kHz off 1
*Maximum line count for 2-channel time signal: 1600 lines

Setup #57 is available only in version 2
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Appendix: SETUPs
Table 5b: Usage of SETUPs for time signals and additional measurements X
SETUP RPM Setup name Interpretation Useful for detection of ...
No. for [machine type] Type of machine problem
10 (t) >120 Machine time signal Recognition of special types of Low-frequency signal fluctuation such as
For all machines faults that influence machine vibration of articulated loading platforms or
condition parameters and running from adjacent machines, synchronous belt
condition of machines drives, shocklike processes, stochastic events,
sinusoidal signal waveform
21 (t) >120 Displacemt. time signal Special types of faults that Low-frequency signal fluctuations due to
Low-speed machines influence operating condition of articulated loading platforms, adjacent
s, 2-1k machines with sleeve bearings and machinery, synchronous belt drives; sinusoi-
low-speed, low-amplitude dal signal waveform
machines
22 (t) >120 Machine & gear signal Special types of faults that Evaluation of machine and gear vibrations;
Standard machines and gears; v, 2-2k influence operating condition of sinusoidal signal
machines and gear transmissions waveform
23 (t) >120 Rolling bearing signal Anti-friction Stochastic and periodic high-
a, 2-40k bearing condition frequency shock
24 (t) > 120 Rubbing piece signal Frictional vibration Shaft rubbing, gearbox operating
a, 36k-36k condition, bearing operating cond.
27 (t) > 120 Two channel time signal Vibration types of components Machine error and bearing running error on
Orbit (Cartesian); wave paths, bearing machines with sleeve bearings;
housing vibrations (polar) Vibration forms of resonant intrinsic
vibrations on machine parts such as frames
or housing
30 (t) > 120 Low-speed machine time signal Machine running condition of low- Machine error of low-speed machines with
Low-speed machine, v, 2-1k speed machines with a vibration rolling bearings at 120 ...600 1/min. and
speed of up to 100 ms (400 Hz) lower frequency component vibrations
31 (t) >120 Acceleration overall value as 22 but for fault diagnosis on as 22, but problems on
Linear high-speed machines and gears as 1. High-speed gears
well as low-speed rolling bearings 2. Machines with friction pairings for the
< 120 min-1 (range up to 80 ms condition evaluation in the linear frequency
(20kHz)) range
3. Damage recognition and evaluation on
low-speed rolling bearings under 120 1/min
34 (t) > 120 Acceleration overall value as 31, but with amplification as 31
through transducer resonance; for
error recognition in friction
pairings with only small amplitude
changes (range up to 160 ms
(10kHz); especially for TIPTECTOR
and VIBCODE
35 (t) >120 as 34, but up to 400 ms (4 kHz); as 31

Acceleration overall value especially for 5 kHz transducer on
low-speed machines
38 (t) > 120 as 34, but for linear evaluation linear condition evaluation of low-speed
Bearing time signal without amplification up to 160 bearings and friction pairings
linear ms (10 kHz) and especially for
TIPTECTOR and VIBCODE
39 (t) > 120 Bearing time signal as 35, but for linear evaluation linear condition evaluation of low-speed
linear without amplification up to 400 bearings and friction pairings
ms (4 kHz); especially for 5 kHz
transducer
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45 (t) AC Voltage time signal Oscilloscope function for alternat- Characteristics in the transient response of
ing quantities from voltage alternating quantities such as signal form
outputs of transducers and (e.g. sinus, square, shock..) or surges or
instruments modulations
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Table 5b: Usage of SETUPs for time signals and additional measurements (cont.)
SETUP RPM Setup name Interpretation Useful for detection of ...

No. for [machine type] Type of machine problem
48 (X) > 120 Phase 2-channel measurement of the Better identification of machine errors that
amplitudes and phase values of cause the same spectrum components in the
filtered orders of the rotor rotary spectrum by comparison measurements at
frequency for determining the different measurement levels; e.g. of the first
phase difference of different order such as unbalance, static or dynamic
measurement levels and measure- unbalance, misalignment, eccentricity,
ment directions with reference to coupling errors
the trigger mark
57 (t) > 120 Shaft vibration displacement Orbit measurement of the shaft Machine and bearing errors that cause
(only in version 2) vibration in sleeve bearings > 120 peculiarities in the orbit and changes to the
1/min in the 1st and higher orders ellipse such as unbalance, misalignment,
of the RPM, Keyphaser is required shaft cracks, eccentricity, see VDI 3839
Sheets 1 and 2
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Appendix: SETUP parameters
Table 6: SETUP parameters
SETUP
Parameters Options
Channel A B A+B Trigger
Duration [s] 0 - 30
Lines 100 200 400 800

1600 32001
Scale [Hz] 100 200 400 1000

2000 4000 10000 20000 40000
Time [ms] 32000 to 2.5
Averaging none linear exponential peak value (1-999)

dynamic static (delay: 0-90 s)
Trigger none Ch.A; rising Ch.A; falling

Trigger; rising Trigger; falling Trigger threshold in %
Window Rectangular Hanning Kaiser Flat Top
RPM none measured entered
Transducer PRFTECHNIK transducer freely configurable
Range Dependent upon measurement type
Quantity Acceleration Velocity Displacement (E.U., page 3-13, 4-13)
Filter [Hz] 2 - 1000 2- 2000 2- 40000 10 - 1000 10 - 2000

10 - 40000 1000 - 1000 1000 - 2000 1000 - 40000 36000 - 36000
Envelope off on
Order off 1...99 1

not for 2-channel time signal
in Version 2 only
Start/Stop sp. Adjustable from 60 to 65535 min.-1 Tracking (Ver. 2)
CHANNEL: Enter the inputs to be used for measurement:

A: One-channel measurement
B: One-channel measurement
A+B: Two-channel measurement
T: Trigger input (e.g. for rpm measurement)
DURATION: Length of time required to take a single measurement of
vibration/shock pulse/cavitation (e.g. vRMS)
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LINES: Resolution setting for time signal or spectrum display.

The interval between adjacent lines is indicated by the
value within parentheses.
Note: The higher the resolution (number of lines), the
longer the duration of each measurement.
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SCALE: Maximum fvequency range of a spectrum.

TIME: Time window in which the time signal is recorded.
AVERAGING: Four different averaging methods are available:
None: Every individual measurement is displayed.
Linear average: A specified number of individual measurements are
added together, then divided by the number of measurements.
Exponential average: Individual measurements are averaged expo-
nentially (i.e. the most recent values have the most influence).
Peak hold: The maximum values from the sample range are retained
for display.
F
Note
The data collector activates its internal trigger function whenev-
er time signals are averaged, since the signals would otherwise
average out to zero.
The first number following the type of averaging indicates how

many individual readings are to be averaged. Any desired
setting between 1 and 999 may be used.
The next parameter switches between dynamic ('Dyna') and
static ('Stat') averaging.
'Dyna': every individual measurement is displayed
'Stat': only the final result is displayed
The last number in the line indicates the delay between
individual measurements.
TRIGGER: The trigger signal determines the starting point of the
measurement. The following trigger functions are available:
none: a new measurement is begun as soon as the previous one is
completed (uncontrolled).
Channel, rising: a new measurement is begun when the input signal
level (from channel A or B or the trigger input) climbs above the
trigger threshold setting. This threshold is specified in percent of
maximum signal strength; negative values are possible.
Channel, falling: a new measurement is begun when the input signal
level (from channel A or B or the trigger input) falls below the
trigger threshold setting. This threshold is specified in percent of
maximum signal strength; negative values are possible.
Note: the 'trigger' channel is the TTL input (threshold: 2.5V,
fixed).
WINDOW: When a periodic signal is measured, the beginning and/or
end of the time signal are truncated (left off) when measurement
begins and ends. This phenomenon causes the peaks in the
frequency spectrum to appear slightly wider and shorter than a
perfectly accurate depiction. Window functions are used to com-
pensate these effects for more accurate determination of spectral-
peak frequencies and amplitudes. VIBROCORD offers the follow-
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ing three different window functions:

Rectangular: This window weights all components equally (and so
can be thought of as no window at all). It is useful when signal
level begins and ends at zero (such as with transients, pulses or
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noise signals). It provides maximum amplitude accuracy when

signal truncation is not a consideration, but amplitude error can
reach 40% if the signal is cut off.
Hanning: This window is used for general vibration measurement
and results in the lowest frequency errors. It is the most popular
window for FFT analysis, although the peak amplitude can be
damped (errors up to 15%)
Kaiser: This window provides less amplitude errors than the Hanning
window (errors approx. 12%).
Flat top: This provides less frequency accuracy than the Hanning
window, but does depict amplitude with greater accuracy (only
about 0.1% error).
RPM: Any parameter can be measured in relation to machine RPM.
This setting allows either direct entry of RPM or measurement
using an RPM sensor (see also 'bearing condition', page 3-6). RPM
is stored along with the measured machine parameter.
This parameter must be set to 'measure' or 'enter' in order to

allow display of rpm-dependent damage frequencies (page 3-
11) in the spectrum.
FNote
TRANSDUCER: Transducer SETUP; see page 3-13.

RANGE: This setting determines the amplitude range (Y axis) and is
dependent upon transducer sensitivity. The default setting is
'Auto'-ranging, i.e. VIBROCORD calculates the maximum possible
amplitude range to prevent overloading during measurement.
This range setting may be made independently for two-channel
measurements.
MEASUREMENT PARAMETER: The (vibration) measurement parameter may
be selected here, for example, in order to use an accelerometer to
measure vibration velocity. When user-defined (E.U.) units are to
be measured, the specified measurement parameter appears here
(see transducer SETUP).
FILTER: Filter frequency range setting. The signal carrier frequency
must lie within the filter range (not for envelope).
ENVELOPE (Only for spectrum/ time signal): The envelope function
filters out and displays a modulated low-frequency signal from the
overall vibration signal. The following functions are available:
None (envelope analysis deactivated)
Simple (simple envelope)
ORDER*: In the recording of time signals, in phase measurements and * in Version 2 only
in balancing*, order filters can be used for the RPM harmonic
vibration components. In case of time signal, this means that the
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sinus components of the order is filtered out and displayed. Thus,

in the XY display of two channel signals, only an ellipse is
displayed and the components of all other harmonics are sup-
pressed.
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Appendix: Display SETUP parameters
Table 7: Display SETUPs
SETUP Parameter
Display X axis X axis Y axis Y axis Chanel A

type (Scale) (min./max.) (Autoscaling) (Scale) (min./max.)
#3 Lines linear 10/400 Hz Auto linear 0/10 mm/s

#4 Lines linear 2/ 400 Hz Auto linear 0/5 mm/s
#5 Lines linear 2/2000 Hz Auto linear 0/5 mm/s
#8 Lines linear 0/1000 Hz Auto linear 0/2 m/s
#10 Polygon linear 0/200 ms Auto linear -10/10 mm/s
#15 Polygon log 2/20000 Hz Auto linear 0/10 m/s
#21 Polygon linear 0/1000 ms Auto linear -200/200 m
#23 Polygon linear 0/80 ms Auto linear -10/10 m/s
#271 Polygon - 0/200 ms Auto - -20/20 m/s
#29 Lines linear 2/400 Hz Auto linear -10/10 mm/s
#32 Polygon log 20/20000 Hz Auto linear 0/10 m/s
#33 Lines linear 0/400 Hz Auto linear 0/200 m
#36 Polygon linear 20/10000 Hz Auto linear 0/10 m/s
1
Display setup #27 is a 2- #37 Polygon linear 20/4000 Hz Auto linear 0/20 m/s
channel setup: #38 Polygon linear 0/160 ms Auto linear -20/20 m/s
The DIAGRAM TYPE parameter is
set to 'polar'; the
CHANNEL B (MIN./MAX.) parame- #43 Lines linear 0/400 Hz Auto linear 0/2 m/s
ter is set to '-20/20 m/s' #44 Lines linear 0/400 Hz Auto linear 0/2 m/s
#45 Polygon linear 0/400 ms Auto linear -5000/5000 mV
Display setup #29 is a 2-
#46 Polygon linear 0/20000 Hz Auto linear 0/5000 mV
channel setup:
The CHANNEL B (MIN./MAX.) #49 Polygon kartesic lin./300-1480 Auto linear 0/20 mm/s
parameter is set to '0/10 0/360
mm/s' #57 Polygon - 0/1600 ms Auto - -100/100 m
#58 Polygon linear 0/400 Hz Auto linear -1000/1000 A
#57 is a 2-channel setup
and is available only in 0/1000 A
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version 2: #59 Polygon log 16/16000 Hz Auto linear 0/10/100 Pa

The DIAGRAMTYPE parameter is
set to 'polar' and the CHANNEL
B (MIN./MAX.) parameter is set
to '-100/100 m'.
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Appendix: Transducer SETUP parameters
Table 8: Transducer SETUPs
Order no. Parameter

PRFTECHNIK Type Sensitivity Frequency range
VIB 6.100 Current line drive 1,0 A/ms 1 Hz - 12 kHz
VIB 8.508 Current line drive 5,35 A/ms 0.3 Hz - 5 kHz
TIPTECTOR Current line drive 1,0 A/ms 10 Hz - 10 kHz
VIBCODE Current line drive 1,0 A/ms 10 Hz - 10 kHz
Others
Voltage Voltage 1 mV/mV 1 Hz - 20 kHz
Current clamp Voltage 1 mV/A 1 Hz - 20 kHz
Manometer Voltage 1 mV/hPA 1 Hz - 20 kHz
Microphone Voltage 40 mV/PA 1 Hz - 20 kHz
VIBRONECS* Voltage 8 mV/m 1 Hz - 10 kHz
* only in version 2
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Appendix: Warnings and error messages
Warnings and error messages

The following messages* appear either in a dialog window or in the
* Self-explanatory messages (such as
status line.
'Switch off VIBROCORD') are not listed
in the following overview:
General
PLEASE WAIT: Measurement is being saved
Missing: bd.pdt
Operating system cannot find the indicated system file (here, a file
describing printer types)
Directory contains files
The directory cannot be deleted as long as it contains one or more
files.
Out of paper / Printer timeout / Printer IO error / Printer error /RESET
printer
Printer-specific errors; check the connected printer to make sure it is
ready to print.
Hardware error! / Hardware check error!
An error has occurred or was detected during startup. Measurement
is not possible; only file handling may be performed.
Transducers differ
Only for 2-channel measurement: two different transducer types (e.g.
an accelerometer and an ampere meter) have been specified in the
SETUP parameter TRANSDUCER.
START HARDCOPY / STOP HARDCOPY
Screen printout is started or stopped
<NO MEASUREMENTS AVAILABLE>
Current directory is empty; change to a different directory
ATTENTION: Values used only in this screen.
Shock pulse measurement (SETUP parameter RPM: off); changing
the bearing values, for example in order to check their influence on
normalization factors, holds no influence on measurement values.
No display setup
No display setup is required for measurement of single-value parame-
ters.
File not saved, card full?
Check remaining storage capacity ((MENU / FILE status line: 'xxx
KBytes free'). If necessary, transfer files to a PC to free up space.
Not a valid name: Special characters (such as '+' or ',') are not allowed
in file names.
DATA NOT SAVED. SAVE DATA?
Measurements taken in route mode are stored after the measurement
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has been completed and you press NEXT TASK. Leave the measure-
ment screen by pressing MENU when this prompt appears.
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Appendix: Warnings and error messages
NO FILE OPERATIONS DURING ROUTE

Measurements taken in route mode are stored automatically. During
route measurement, no file handling can be performed.
WRONG LICENCE CODE....
Following operating program (firmware) update: program is not yet
registered. See 'Firmware registration' below.
Not ready reading drive A: ...Abort, Retry, Fail
If the computer 'hangs' in the middle of its startup sequence (even
without displaying the above message), the flash memory card is
either damaged or corrupted. Depress the ON/OFF key for 15
seconds in order to turn off the data collector. Use the rescue
program (see page 4-33) to reestablish communication, and reinstall
the new operating system using the VIBROCORD Update Manager.
VIBCODE
Disconnect transducer. VIBCODE error:
wrong tab checksum / invalid tab pattern / zero tab missing
Error occurred while reading measurement location number. Remove
and reattach the VIBCODE transducer.
VIBCODE 0000
Code ring missing from measurement stud; code '0000' would be a
ring with all tabs knocked out.
Read VIBCODE
The program is checking VIBCODE transducer connection and
reading the location.
Interrupt - no change
Stop searching for VIBCODE tasks for current location reading (see
above).
VIBCODE not plugged in.
VIBCODE transducer has not been properly locked onto a measure-
ment stud.
No VIBCODE
(Multimeter mode only) The attached transducer is not a VIBCODE
transducer, even though it has been specified as such in the
transducer setup menu.
No coding
No teeth have been knocked out of the VIBCODE code ring: the
location has not yet been encoded.
No definition for VIBCODE, switching to Multimode nnnn
No task has been defined for this measurement location in the current
route. The program switches automatically to the Multimeter mode.
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Here you can define, perform and save the measurement task.
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Appendix: Technical data
Technical data
VIBROCORD FFT data collector
Hardware External interfaces

Parallel printer interface (Cen-
tronics) and serial data port (RS-
Inputs 2 analog signal channels, 232C, up to 57 kBaud)
independently selectable among:
- ICP signal 2 mA, 24V max. Power supply
- Temperature -30 to 500C Compact NiCad rechargeable pack
-22 to 932F Nominal voltage: 7.2 V
(NiCr-Ni probe) Capacity: 2.8 Ah
- Line drive 10 V, 10 mA max. Charger with regeneration feature
- Low-voltage signal Charging duration: 0.1h to 6h
AC voltage Up to 3V
- or, alternatively -
1 digital trigger channel
Standard alkali-magnesium batteries
Frequency range
6x 1.5V (IEC LR 14) Size "C"
2 Hz to 40 kHz
Mains adapter
Overall dynamic range
110V/220V (switchable),
Greater than 126 dB
output 400 mA min. at 12V
Measurement dynamic range 5%
Greater than 72 dB
Auxiliary battery
Sampling frequency 9V block (IEC 6LR61), provides
according to measurement range up to 15 minutes emergency
(can exceed 100 kHz) operation (depending upon sen-
sors used)
Integrator 2 selectable integration stages
Data backup battery
Envelope curve Maintains data for 5 years
AM demodulation stage with ad-
justable frequency bands Operating duration1
approx. 24 hours (2 channel,
Operation via keyboard with hardkeys and intermittent use),
softkeys. Input via dialog win- approx. 8 hours (2-channel,
dows and menus. continuous use)
Keyboard 6 softkeys, 16 hardkeys, 4 dual- Environmental protection
function keys (arrow/numeric) IP65 (waterproof, dustproof)
Ambient operating temperature
Memory Plug-in card provides 4 MB; e.g.
0 C - 45 C / 32 F - 113 F
4MB holds 4000 2-channel spec-
(once warmed up: -10C to
tra with 400 lines or 640 1-chan-
Memory capacity +50C
nel spectra with 3200 lines.
Time signals occupy the greatest
LCD scr. Flat panel monitor with contrast Relative humidity
amount of memory per measurement.
control, 60x95 mm / 2 3/8" x 10 % ... 90 % (in closed instru-
File size is largely determined by the 3 3/4", 200 x 320 pixels; with ment)
settings for number of lines and external illumination
measurement channels (1- or 2-channel Dimensions
measurement). The operating program LED indicators W x H x D Approx. 210 x 240 x 70 mm
4 LEDs indicate: main battery (with carrying strap) 8 1/4"x9 1/2"x2 3/4"
takes about 1 MB capacity, leaving low, auxiliary battery low, mains
about 3 MB on the standard 4 MB card power supply connected, 'sleep' Weight Approx. 2.9 kg / 6.4 lb.
for measurement data storage. mode (instrument only)
Power conservation Carrying case

'Sleep' mode blanks screen, in- Black ABS
Memory capacity for time signal ter-rupts measurement; user-de-
finable shutoff time
Lines 1 channel 2 channels
100 0.8 kB 1.4 kB

200 1.3 kB 2.4 kB
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400 2.3 kB 4.4 kB

800 4.3 kB 8.5 kB
1600 8.4 kB 16.7 kB
3200 16.7 kB 33.0 kB
1
with PRFTECHNIK transducer and compact rechargeable battery pack in new condition
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Appendix: Technical data
Technical data
VIBROCORD FFT data collector
Software
Operating modes Time range Process parameters
Route mode: 24 ranges from 2.5 ms to 32 s manually adjustable measure-
- condition-dependent routing (depending upon number of lines) ment units
via 'Route Expert'
Frequency range Units mm / inch
- standard route (PC trending)
9 ranges from 200 Hz to 40 kHz C / F
- 'Pool' for all VIBCODE locations
(switchable to cpm) Hz / cpm
Pool mode for machine park
readings Diagnosis - Evaluates vibration level accord- Balancing (optional)
ing to ISO standard. Graphic-oriented one- or two-
Multimeter mode (analysis/diag- plane balancing with calculation
- Determines bearing or gear
nosis): routines for corrections at fixed
damage via shock pulse and en-
VIBCODE compatible; or circumferential tape measure
velope analysis.
measurement data storage and locations or with fixed weights.
- Displays bearing damage fre-
export Reference sensor required.
quencies
Program structure - Selection list of machine-specific
damage frequencies. Tracking (in Version 2 only)
Knowledge-based measurement
- Selection list of international Run-up and coast-down mea-
procedure with over 40 machine-
standard limits according to ma- surement in any range of rota-
oriented measurement and dis-
chine type. tion frequencies for determining
play setups
- Phase measurement for extend- resonance. Bode and Nyquist di-
Comments ed monitoring of the vibration agrams displayed with cursor
Standard events; Freely-definable condition functions. May be stored.
comments - Order filter for time signal, bal- OMNITREND PC trending software
Display Linear or logarithmic display in ancing, phase measurement Signal trending software for ma-
frequency and time ranges, - Motor current analysis chine condition monitoring and
graphic enlargement function - Sound pressure spectrum diagnosis:
available, displays the 10 domi- Shock pulse bearing diagnosis - Trend measurement of ma-
nant spectrum lines at the press Measurement units chine-characteristic overall val-
of a key, autoscaling selectable dBsv, dBn,a ues and signals
carpet value, maximum value - Diagnosis of machine vibration
Cursor Simple cursor, delta cursor, zoom and anti-friction bearings
cursor; harmonic (line) cursor Range -9 - 80 dBSV
- Signal and data analysis
Zoom Adjustable as desired Cavitation
Range -9 - 80 dBCAV System requirements:
Measurement range Pentium processor 100 MHz or
(limit) adjustable or 'autorange' Temperature faster,
Range -30C to 500C / -22F to 932F 32 MB RAM,
Sensor adaptation Accuracy 3% 20 MB harddisk capacity,
ICP / current line drive / AC volt- VGA color monitor (800x600),
age; scalable/adjustable to any Vibration displacement Windows 95B / 98 / NT4 SP5 /
desired units Range 0 - 10 to 5000 m 2000 operating system
0 - 0.05 to 20.0 mils (see VIBROCORD leaflet for de-
Trigger Channels A and B with freely ad- Accuracy 5% tails, VIB 9.596G)
justable level; (DIN 45662, Class I)
RPM (TTL input), 2.5 V threshold;
Rising or falling edge selectable Vibration velocity
Range 0 - 5 to 2000 mm/s
FFT Optimized Bergland algorithm cal- 0 - 0.05 to 20.0 in./s
culates FFT spectrum Accuracy 5%
(DIN 45662, Class I)
Resolution
100 to 3200 lines Vibration acceleration
(up to 8960 with multispectrum) Range 0 - 10 to 5000 m/s
line width to 0.03 Hz 0 - 0.10 to 50.0 in/s
Accuracy 5%
Window functions (DIN 45662, Class I)
Select among Rectangular, Han-
ning, Kaiser, Flat Top Tachometer
Range 60 - 65535 rpm
Averaging Accuracy 0.1%
Linear, exponential or peak hold;
VIBROCORD 01.01
1 to 9,999 individual readings;

static or dynamic display.
with mobile industrial transducer (VIB 6.140)

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Appendix: VIBCODE
VIBCODE
One of the biggest pitfalls to condition trending is ensuring reliable
measurement. Missing measurents or ones taken at the wrong
location or through use of improper technique can throw off the
trend curve. The result: unnecessary intervention or, worse, a false
sense of security as machine condition deteriorates.
Now, however the VIBCODE measurement system ensures total
trending reliabity by automatically identifying the measurement
location. The intelligent VIBCODE transducer locks onto the specially
encoded VIBCODE mesaurement stud to read its location and take all
required types of readings with perfect repeatability. The unique
code for each stud is generated by OMNITREND PC software, which
also programs the measurements to be taken at each location.
VIBROCORD with
VIBCODE transducer
and measurement stud
VIBCODE transducer
The VIBCODE transducer contains a code ring sensor and a combined
vibration/shock pulse sensor for measurement of machine vibration,
bearing condition and cavitation. The transducer locks onto the
VIBCODE stud via bayonet mount in optimum position and with
consistent pressure. Trend readings are taken with perfect repeatabil-
ity regardless of operator qualification and training.
The code ring sensor reads the tooth pattern of the plastic ring in the
measurement stud to determine its location so that the correct types
of measurement can be taken. Mixups, erroneous trend deviations
and time-consuming repeat measurements are all eliminated once
and for all.
The VIBCODE transducer plugs into sensor input A on the VIBRO-
CORD data collector (see page 2-7).
Code ring

sensors DE
O
IBC
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V
Vibration/ Check cable connection
shock pulse regularly
sensor
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Appendix: VIBCODE
VIBCODE measurement stud

The measurement stud contains a plastic code ring with 17 knockout
tabs. These tabs are broken off with the VIBCODE ring encoding tool
(VIB 8.692) according to the unique pattern generated by the
OMNITREND PC program for each measurement location. The
measurement stud is then mounted on the machine as shown below:
VIBCODE
code ring
Protective
cap
VIBCODE
stud
Technical data for VIBCODE transducer VIB 8.660 VD

For measurement of time signal, vibration severity (ISO), FFT
spectrum, anti-friction bearing diagnosis, cavitation recognition and
rotor balancing.
Sensitivity 2% 1.0 A/ms-2 (159 Hz, 25C / 77F )
Frequency range 10% 10 Hz to 10 kHz
3 dB 2 Hz to 20 kHz
Resonant frequency 36 kHz
Measurement range 1 mm / 50 mms-1 / 50 ms-2
Temperature range
stud -20C to 80C / -4F to 176F
transducer -10C to 70C / 7F to 158F
Temperature sensitivity < 0.3 ms-2/K
Linear range 50ms-2 (5g)
Transverse sensitivity less than 10% of axial value
Noise 1 mms-2/Hz at 10 Hz
Power supply 3.5 mA DC / 8 - 15V DC
Magnetic sensitivity less than 14 ms-2/T (at 50 Hz)
Output impedance greater than 300 kOhm
Intrinsic safety (optional) EEx ia IIC T4
Mining safety (optional) EEx ia
Cablel connector QLA
Weight 390 g
Frequency response Dimensions

30 dB
20 dB
10 dB 136 mm

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5 3/8"
VIBCODE
-10 dB
-20 dB
0.1 Hz 1 Hz 10 Hz 100 Hz 1kHz 10kHz 100kHz
39 mm
1 5/8"
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Appendix: Trigger sensor
Trigger sensor
Tle trigger sensor detects changes in contrast on rotating parts such
as shafts and couplings. When the contrast mark on the shaft passes
the trigger lens, the sensor emits an electrical pulse to the VIBRO-
CORD. The resulting sequence of voltage pulses is used to determine
the shaft RPM.
Active trigger sensor VIB 4.307

A reflective mark must be applied to the shaft or coupling to elicit
measurement pulses from the trigger. VIB 3.306 reflective tape
should be used.
Intended use: Rotor balancing and comprehensive analy-
sis measurements using bracket mounting
Distance from shaft: 5 to 40 mm / 3/16" to 1 1/2"
Special characteristics: Unaffected by ambient lighting conditions
Thanks to its advanced design, the trigger sensor is not affected when
moved horizontally. Its specialized optics guarantee maximum sensi-
tivity in rotation direction when mounted correctly (as illustrated
below).
Reflective mark
Trigger bracket
VIB 4.330
VIBROCORD 01.01
Trigger sensor, active

VIB 4.307
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Appendix: Trigger sensor
Mounting the trigger sensor

0. Make sure the machine is switched off before proceeding.
1. Assemble the VIB 4.330 trigger bracket (s. page 4-24).
2. Connect trigger sensor to VIBROCORD with trigger cable
(VIB 5.631-5, page 2-7).
Observe the groove on the sensor socket for proper orientation.

Tighten the sensor cable into place with the knurled cable fitting.
Attention!
3. Mount the trigger sensor on its bracket in the proper orientation to

the reflective mark as shown below:
Reflective mark
!
!
Bedienungsanleitung beachten!
See istructions before use!
Bedienungsanleitung beachten!
See istructions before use!
correct incorrect
The symbol on the trigger sensor housing indicates proper orienta-

FNote
tion as shown above:
- The green arrow on the end of the sensor must point toward the
reflective mark in parallel orientation.
- The sensor tip may be mounted from 5 mm up to 40 mm from
the reflective mark or as necessary if the trigger signal is not
detected.
Avoid direct exposure to light sources such as fluorescent lamps
which can interfere with the trigger signal.
In case of doubt, cover the trigger lens momentarily, then try
again: the trigger then readjusts its contrast sensitivity to the
prevailing lighting conditions.
Check the cable connection between trigger and VIBROCORD and
VIBROCORD 01.01
the trigger mounting orientation and distance.

Before switching machines back on, check to ensure that no
bracket parts, cable etc. can become caught in rotating parts. Attention!
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Appendix: Sensor technical data
Mobile industrial accelerometer - VIB 6.140

Patented Tandem-Piezo accelerometer with current line drive ampli-
fier for permanent installation. Can be permanently thread-mounted
or used with VIB 3.450 tip as a hand-held probe. Perfect for
measuring vibration severity (ISO 2372 / ISO/DIS 10816-3) or
spectra; shock pulse measurement of bearing condition and pump
cavitation; rotor balancing.
Sensitivity 3% 1.0 A/ms-2 (159 Hz, 21C / 70F)

Frequency response 5% 2 Hz to 8 kHz
Frequency response 10 % 1 Hz to 20 kHz
Resonant frequency 36 kHz
Temperature range -30C to 100C (-22F to 212F)
Linear range 2500ms-2 (250g)
Power requirement 3.5 mA DC / 7-18 V DC
Transverse sensitivity less than 5% of axial value at 10 kHz
Max. base strain sensitivity 0.1 ms-2/m/m
Temperature sensitivity less than 0.05 ms-2/K
Magnetic sensitivity <5 ms-2/T (at 50 Hz)
Electrical noise, rms 0,01ms-2 from 2 Hz
Shock limit 250 kms-2 (25 000g)
Vibration limit 100 kms-2 (10 000g)
Case material VA 1.4541 (stainless steel)
Environmental protection, meets IP65 standard
w/cable connected (IP 67 with greased plug)
Mounting M5 thread
Cable connector TNC
Dimensions 38 mm x 19 mm dia.
1 1/2" x 3/4" dia.
Weight 33 g / 1.2 oz.
Intrinsic safety (optional) EEx ia IIC T4
17 mm
3/4"
hex
Tip
Frequency response (w/o tip)

30 dB
20 dB
10 dB
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-10 dB
-20 dB
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Appendix: Sensor technical data
TIPTECTOR probe package - VIB 8.606 VD

This hand-held probe allows simultaneous measurement of machine
vibration, cavitation and bearing condition (shock pulse).
Sensitivity 2% 1.0 A/ms-2 at 159 Hz/ 21C
(9.8 A/g at 159 Hz/70 F)
Frequency response 10% 10 Hz to 10 kHz
Resonance frequency approx. 35 kHz
Temperature range -10C to 80C (7F to 176F)
Linear range 50ms-2 (5 g)
Supply current 3-4 mA DC at 7-18 V DC
Magnetic sensitivity <14 ms-2/T (1.43 x 10-3 g/T) at 50 Hz
Temperature sensitivity less than 0.3 ms-2/K (0.055 x 10-3 g/F)
Transverse sensitivity less than 10% of axial value
Noise, rms 0.001ms-2 from 2 Hz
Max. shock accel. 50 kms -2 (5000 g)
Max. vibration accel. 20 kms-2 (2000 g)
Housing material VA 1.4541 (stainless steel)
Connector QLA
Power supply 3 - 4 mA DC / 7 - 18V DC
Weight w/o cable, short 90 g (3.2 oz.)
long 220 g (7.9 oz.)
Intrinsic safety (optional) EEx ia IIC T4 (Mining: EEx ia I)
Dimensions:
25 mm
1" 22 mm
1"
25 mm
45 mm
1.77"
1"
55 mm
2.17"
115 mm
105 mm
191 mm
4 1/2"
4.13"
96 mm
7.51"
3.78"
50 mm
1.97"
VIB 8.609
50 mm
1.97"
18 mm
0.71"
Option
30 mm
1.18"
Frequency response:
30 dB
For optimum signal transmission,
20 dB measurement locations should be
10 dB countersunk using the VIB 8.610
tool
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-10 dB
-20 dB
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Appendix: cables
Spiral cable for hand-held probe - VIB 321926-2

Standard connection cable for mobile and permanently-installed
sensors.
Length 0.4 m to 1.6 m / 15" to 5' 3x"
Connector
Accelerometer TNC
VIBROCORD QLA
TNC
QLA
Sensor cable extension - VIB 3.500-3
Length 3 m / 9' 10"

Connector
Sensor QLA
VIBROCORD QLA
QLA QLA
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Appendix: cables
Trigger cable - VIB 5.631-5

Connects PRFTECHNIK trigger sensors (active: VIB 4.307) to the
VIBROCORD FFT data collector.
Length 5 m / 16' 5"

Connector
Sensor BINDER, 8-conductor
VIBROCORD LEMOSA, 8-conductor
BINDER,
8-conductor LEMOSA,
8-conductor
Pin configuration
Viewed from soldered side
red
7 1 1
2 7
6 8 2
GND 3 8 6
5 3
blue
Binder LEMOSA
plug plug
Trigger cable extension - VIB 5.632-5

Length 5 m / 16' 5"
Connector
Sensor LEMOSA, 8-conductor
VIBROCORD LEMOSA, 8-conductor
LEMOSA, LEMOSA,
8-conductor 8-conductor
Pin configuration
Viewed from soldered side
red
1 1
2 7 7 2
GND
3 8 6 6 8
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blue
LEMOSA LEMOSA
plug socket
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Appendix: ISO vibration monitoring standard
ISO vibration monitoring standard

In order to monitor vibration severity according to ISO 2372 (covered
by the new ISO 10816-3 standard), you must set the alarm and
warning limits according to the appropriate machine classification.
This classification is determined according to machine power and
foundation characteristics as follows:
ISO 2372 (not valid any more!)
Group S: Small machines up to 15 kW;
Group M: Medium-sized machines (15 - 75 kW);
Group L: Large machines (75 - 300 kW) on rigid foundations
Group T: Turbomachinery (over 75 kW) on elastic foundations
ISO 10816-3
Group 1: Large machines, 300 kW to 50 MW
Group 2: Medium-sized machines, 15 kW to 300 kW
Evaluation scale
A: Newly commissioned
B: Indefinite continuous service allowed
C: Short-term operation allowed
D: Vibration is causing damage
45 1.77
28 1.10
D Unacceptable
18 0.71
11 0.44
7 0.28 RMS vibration velocity

C
4.5 0.18
B Unsatisfactory
2.8 0.11
1.8 0.07
Satisfactory
1.1 0.04
A
0.7 0.03
Good
0.45 0.02
0.28 0.01
rigid elast. rigid elast. S M L T mm/s inch/s
Group 2 Group 1
ISO 10816-3 ISO 2372
F
Note
The regulations and methods of vibration measurement for diag-
nostic purposes described in this manual comply with VDI 3839
VIBROCORD 01.01
Bl.1 (Draft version/ Green edition).

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Appendix: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Problem: LCD screen flickers.
Cause: Interference from external light sources (e.g. fluorescent
lighting)
Remedy: Shade screen from direct light source or use other
illumination.
Problem: RPM-dependent characteristic damage frequencies (such

as harmonics) fail to appear in spectrum display.
Cause: RPM SETUP parameter is not activated.
Remedy: Set RPM parameter in SETUP to 'measured' or 'entered'.
Problem: Multimeter measurement cannot be saved.

Cause: Measurement is invalid if amplifier is under- or overload-
ed.
Remedy: Repeat measurement, pressing 'AUTO' softkey to set
proper sensitivity automatically.
Problem: Display does not appear or appears very weak when

instrument is switched on.
Cause: Display contrast misadjusted for current lighting condi-
tions.
Remedy: Press '0' or '1' key until main screen becomes visible (this
function is available only immediately upon startup).
Problem: The device wont exit the Sleep mode. The boot process
enters an endless loop.
Cause: The battery pack and reserve battery are depleted
Remedy: Connect the battery charger (ALI 3.576), or replace the
reserve battery.
Problem: Instrument crashes.

Cause: Various
Solution 1: Press the ON/OFF, CLR , ENTER keys at the same time.
Solution 2: If the message: 'Not ready reading drive A: ...Abort,
Retry, Fail' appears on the screen , press the ON/OFF key
for 15 seconds. The instrument switches off when you
release the key. Restart by pressing the ON/OFF key.
Solution 3: If the welcoming screen 'freezes' after the instrument is
switched on, you must delete the contents of the main
memory. To do this, proceed as follows:
a) Switch on the instrument as described in 1).
VIBROCORD 01.01
b) While switching it on, hold down the CLR key for

approx. 10 seconds.
c) Select the 'DEVICETEST' option with key '2'.
d) Select the 'MRAM' option with key '1'.
e) Select the INIT ALL option with key '3'.
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Appendix: Accessories
Problem: Message: 'Device out of memory'

(Instrument no longer operates and cannot be switched
off).
Cause: Various
Solution: Remove the batteries until the instrument switches itself
off. Replace the batteries and switch on the instrument.
Accessories
Order number Description
90022 Battery for display lamp; 1.5 V; 2 pieces

VIB 3.500-3 Measurement cable extension, 3 m / 9' 9"
VIB 5.610 VIBROCORD firmware (instrument software), V. 2.XX
VIB 5.616 Certificate for VIBROCORD firmware V. 2.XX
VIB 5.625 Spare NiCad battery pack incl. battery compartment lid
VIB 5.632-5 Trigger cable extension, 5 m / 16' 3"
VIB 5.667 VIBROCORD balancing software module
(only for standard package VIB 5.66xA)
VIB 5.692 OMNITREND 2.x certificate
VIB 6.600 Hand-held infrared temperature probe
VIB 8.473 Bonding kit
VIB 8.606 VD TIPTECTOR hand-held probe
VIB 8.608 Hand-held temperature probe
VIB 8.952 OMNITREND 2.x signal trending software
VIB 8.954 OMNITREND 2.0 signal trending software upgrade
0 3024 12012 Battery compartment cover*

*The parts required for battery opera- 0 0452 0086 Battery damper*
tion can be obtained from:
PRFTECHNIK Alignment
Fax: +49 (89) 99616-122 VIBROCORD 01.01
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Appendix: Rescue programm
VIBROCORD rescue programm

The rescue programm offers a means of quickly restoring the
VIBROCORD computer in the unlikely event that its flash memory
card should fail, thereby preventing the program from starting. The
programm, which runs under Windows 95 (but not under Windows
NT or 3.x), lets you reformat the card and load a PC communication
program onto it, with which the measurement firmware can be
downloaded from a PC using the VIBROCORD Upgrade Manager
program VIB 5.606.
Procedure
1. Switch off the VIBROCORD computer by pressing the ON/OFF
key for 15 seconds.
2. Insert the OMNITREND-CD in your PC CD-ROM drive, and wait
until the start screen appears.
3. Install the rescue program from the CD by clicking on Update
VIBROCORD and then on Rescue Disc. Follow the instructions
on the display. If the start screen does not automatically appear,
then execute the file Setup.exe in the CD file-folder \rescue\.
4. Connect the AC adapter/charger to the VIBROCORD computer or
make sure that the main battery supply has sufficient charge left
for at least 30 minutes.
5. Connect the VIBROCORD computer to the PC using only a fully-
leaded serial cable such as the SYS 2.711-2 PC cable.
6. Start the 'ROTALIGN PRO Rescue' program* on the PC.
7. In the first screen, select the 'Emergency boot' application and *VIBROCORD and ROTALIGN PRO use
click on 'Next'. the same hardware; therefore the same
rescue program, entitled
OR
ROTALIGN PRO Rescue', is used for
Select 'Backup' if you want to copy the entire contents of the card both instruments.
(with any errors) to the PC. Enter a name for the backup file and
then click on 'Next'. This procedure takes about 30 minutes.
8. Select the COM port to which the VIBROCORD computer is
connected, then click on 'NEXT'.
9. Switch on the VIBROCORD computer and follow the instructions
in the display.
10. When the memory-check starts (0-640k are checked), click on the
Connect button on the PC screen.
This step must be followed carefully, as the memory check only
lasts about 3 seconds! When the connection is made, the ID
number appears; then click on 'Next'.
11. Click on 'Finish' and confirm your intent to launch the emergency
salvage procedure.
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12. Once the card has been reformatted and communication reestab- If the computer still fails to function
lished, the VIBROCORD computer starts automatically and loads properly, it must be returned to an
the PCCOMM program. You may now use the VIBROCORD authorized PRFTECHNIK service center
Upgrade Manager to reload the program firmware. for repair.
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Appendix: Index
Index
0-to-Peak value 3-5 creating 2-14

2-channel measurement 3-12 deleting 2-14
alarm values 3-5 Display setup 3-12,
DISPLAY 3-10 Duration (parameter) 4-13
Display illumination 2-6
A Disposal 1-10
AC adapter 4-3
E
Accessories 4-32
A/D converter error 3-3 Envelope (parameter) 4-15
Alarm thresholds 3-5 Error messages 4-18
Axis scaling 3-12 Event 3-5
Autorange 3-3, 3-10
Autoscale 3-10, 3-12 F
Averaging (parameter) 4-14 Filter (parameter) 4-15
Frequency markers 3-11
B
Friction pairs 4-5
Battery Function keys 2-8
condition 2-5
disposal 1-10 H
voltage 2-10 HARM 3-11
operation 2-2
replacement I
AUXiliary 2-4 ID number 1-10
MAIN 4-3 Impact test 3-17
Baud rate 2-11 Integration 3-14
C ISO 10816-3 4-30
Carrying strap 2-6 L

Carrying pouch 2-6 Language 2-11
Cavitation 3-15 Lines (parameter) 4-13
CE compliance 1-8 LPT 2-11
Channel (parameter) 4-13
Characteristic frequencies 3-11 M
Characteristic overall value
Maximum frequencies 3-11
last 3-4
Measurement
reference 3-4
manual entry 3-16
Charger VIB 5.620 2-3
invalid 3-3
COM port 2-11
interrupting 3-4
Comment 3-5
messages 3-3
Configuration
storing 3-5
Printer 2-11
starting 3-2
RS-232 2-12
VIBCODE 3-28
Contrast adjustment 2-11
Measurement unit
Cursor 3-10, 3-11
(parameter) 4-15
D Memory card
capacity 4-2
Data evaluation 4-1 changing 4-2
Data recorder 3-21 Monitoring 3-21
dBa-, dBi-, dBsv value 3-6 Motor current analysis 3-18
DELTA 3-10 Multispectrum 3-15
VIBROCORD 01.01
Diagram type (parameter) 3-12 Multimeter 3-1

Differentiate 3-14
Directory 2-13
changing current 2-14
4-35
Appendix: Index
N SETUP VIBROCORD
average 4-14 FFT data collector 2-1
Nameplate 1-10 characteristic overall value 3-4 diagnosis package 1-6
Non-coded meas. loc. 3-32 envelope 4-15 technical data 4-20
Normalization, dBi, dBa 3-7 lines 4-1 trend package 1-6
O lists 3-2 VIBCODE package 1-6
measurement value 4-15
Octave 3-12 range 4-15 W
Operating duration 2-11 RPM 4-15 Warning/alarm thresholds 3-5
Operation 2-8 time 4-14 Window (parameter) 4-12
Overflow 3-3 trigger 4-14
Order (parameter) 4-15 window 4-14 X
Setup parameter X/Y axis 3-12
P overview 4-13
Shock pulse measurement 3-6 Z
Password 2-11 Sleep mode 2-5
ZOOM 3-10
Pause 3-4 Sleep time 2-11
Peak-to-peak 3-4 Softkeys 2-8
Phase measurement 3-16 Sound pressure spectrum 3-19
Pool measuring 3-31 Spectrum 3-11, 3-14
Power-saving function 2-5 Symbols 1-8
Power supply 2-2
Preview 3-12 T
Printer 2-11 Technical data 4-20
Printing 4-2 Temperature 3-16
PROCEED 3-23 Text editor 2-12
Program overview 3-1 Thirds 3-12
R Time (parameter) 4-14
Time signal 3-17
Range (parameter) 4-15 TIPTECTOR 4-17
Reference vealue 3-4 Transducer
Registration 4-2 connector 2-7
Rescue program 4-33 parameter 4-15, 4-17
RMS value setups 3-13, 4-17
time signal 3-10 Transfer rate 2-11
Rolling bearing envelope 3-14 Trigger (parameter) 4-14
Route Trigger sensor 4-24
deleting 3-27 Troubleshooting 4-31
locations 3-24, 3-26
screen 3-24 U
selection menu 3-24 Underflow 3-3
skipping 3-27 Unit 2-11
starting 3-24 UNZOOM 3-12
task list 3-24
Route Expert 3-22 V
RPM 3-13 VIBCODE 3-28, 4-22
RPM measurement 4-24 code ring 4-23
RPM (Parameter) 4-15 measuring in multimode 3-15
RS- 232 2-12 non-coded meas. location 3-32
S pool 3-31
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unknown meas. point 3-28

Safety notes 1-8 Vibration 3-17
Scale (parameter) 4-14 Vibration transducer 3-13
Serial number 1-10
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Version 1.4x PRFTECHNIK AG

Congratulations! And thank you for selecting the VIBROCORD FFT

- Interchangeable, PC-compatible memory cards (available with 4

New features in version 1.36:

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Chapter 1: Introduction ............................................. 1-6

Chapter 2: Getting started ....................................... 2-1

Chapter 3: Measurement ........................................... 3-1

Measuring with VIBCODE in the multimeter mode ........ 3-20

Displaying locations .......................................................... 3-26

Chapter 4: Appendix ................................................. 4-1

Troubleshooting .......................................................... 4-31

Check the contents of your VIBROCORD delivery according to the

VIB 5.664A Trend standard package

VIB 5.666A VIBCODE standard package

VIB 5.662 Analysis & balancing accessory package

VIB 4.307 Active trigger sensor, reflective

VIBROCORD standard packages

'Diagnosis' standard package VIB 5.660A Additional packages

Contains all 'Diagnosis' package

VIB 5.656 VIB 5.600 VIB 5.642 OMNITREND

VIB 5.625 VIB 5.620 VIB 321926-2 VIB 9.593

VIBCODE VIB 5.666A

Illustrations not to scale

Analysis & balancing accessory package VIB 5.662

VIB 6.146 VIB 3.435 VIB 3.430 VIB 4.704-5

Safety and operating notes

Safety and operating notes

This symbol warns of operating errors that can

This symbol warns of operating errors that can

INFO: Detailed information for advanced users

Any other application constitutes improper use and is prohibited.

The VIBROCORD FFT data collector fulfills EU guidelines for electri-

w During measurement on machines with rotating parts exposed,

w Extended exposure of the LCD display to direct sunlight should

About this operating manual

version 2.1x (e.g. ordering filter, tracking, balancing) is given in the

Safety notices and nameplate (rear side of unit)

Serial number (S.N.) 1797 0012

Chapter 2: Getting started

VIBROCORD FFT data collector - VIB 5.600

LED display LCD graphic

Main battery Keyboard

Transducer Trigger input

Compact NiCad pack (VIB 5.625) with charger (VIB 5.620)

Using the rechargeable NiCad pack (MAIN supply)

Charging/renewing the NiCad pack

1. Connect the charger to the charging socket.

Green and 'Renew'

Charger LED indicators

The charger can be left connected indefinitely with no danger of

- Damaged NiCads must be removed from service.

Auxiliary battery (AUX)

Auxiliary battery replacement

Battery compartment cover

The instrument switches itself off completely when neither the

The system clock and data memory are maintained by a lithium

Power-saving function ('sleep mode')

MAIN AUX Main battery Auxiliary battery

MAIN AUX EXT SLEEP