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Hauni LNI
March 2010

MIDAS-XR
ANALYSIS
MSP-XR V1.0.1
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MIDAS-XR: Analysis.
Table of Content:

 Introduction.

 Get reference data (upload of current parameters).

 OneShot test (also called: Production Data).

 Get Resonance.
 Analysis of results.
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INTRODUCTION
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Introduction:
- This function is used for checking the accuracy of the Brand Tables.
- This can be done by collecting production data and checking the
resonance curve of the scanner.
- If the test results are good, there is no need to proceed to the
optimization.
- In the opposite, if the test results are incorrect, proceed to the
“Calibration / Optimization” function.
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How to proceed?
- Run the service program MSP-XR.
- Then, on the front page, click on the Analysis button.

Conditions :
- The measurement is implemented only at the machine.
- The microwave sensor is on operating temperature.
- The machine produces evenly.
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GET REFERENCE DATA

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- Once the « Analysis » button has been selected in the main menu,
the data transfer from the connected microwave sensor can be started
using « Get reference data ».
- If a test has been previously made using the same microwave sensor
but was not fully completed, you will be asked whether you want to
continue the test or restart it.
- Do not wait too much before completing the test (max 24 hours)!
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Get reference data:
Important:
- Data transfer is only possible when the scanner is not in measuring
mode (download mode). Therefore, no weight data is transmitted to the
control unit during this process. So, stop the machine or switch the
automatic control off.
- Click “OK” to confirm that data transfer is ready to commence.
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Get reference data:
- The sensor current data is transferred and displayed.
- The parameter set currently loaded is stored on the hard
disk.
- The path and designation of the current parameter set are
displayed.
- Click “OK” to confirm and continue the program.
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Get reference data:
-Current brand parameters are then displayed. Check them,
they may need correction.
- These parameters are:
• Rod length.
• Rod target weight.
• Product moisture level.
- Click “OK” to confirm and continue the program.
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ONE SHOT
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One Shot:

- To check the accuracy of the sensor in the current weight range,

continue the test with step 2.
- The PC will perform a rod data recording.
- For that, click the « One shot » button.
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One Shot:
Important: The recording of data must be carried out when production
is stable!
The operating temperature of the microwave sensor must also be
reached!
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Realization :
- Click on the « Get Sample » button.
- Then data acquisition from the MIDAS starts.
- It can take approximately 30 seconds.
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5 different curves are displayed:
- The AC signal in red color.
- The DC signal in yellow color.
- The weight in brown color.
- The moisture in blue color (average value).
- The instantaneous moisture value in white color.

Moisture
Instantaneous moisture

Rod Weight

DC signal
AC signal
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- When observing the white curve, it becomes obvious whether the
results are correct or not.
- Large variations indicate a lack of precision in the calculation of the
moisture level.
- An optimization of the parameters can generally help improve the
precision of the tobacco density measurement.

Instantaneous moisture
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- Save data on the hard disk by clicking on the « Write File » button.
- The « Show Graph » button is then enabled.
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- Click on the « Show Graph » button to obtain more information.
- Then, enter the requested data: Rod length, Target weight, Product
Moisture level, status of the NTRM option (if available).
- Then click on the “OK” button.
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- A weight/Moisture scatter plot is displayed on the left part of the
window as well as with a diagnostic of the scanner on the right.
- The user should observe the following 5 criteria when making a visual
assessment:
1) The values should lie as far as possible within the rectangle. The
vertical marks correspond to the weight range and the horizontal marks
correspond to the moisture tolerance.

Weight Range
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2) The target weight (vertical blue dotted line) should lie within the set
weight range.
3) The average cigarette measured weight (vertical pink dotted line)
should coincide as far as possible with the target weight.
4) The measured values should be distributed as close as possible
around the horizontal axis of the target moisture (horizontal pink dotted
line).

Target Weight
Average Measured Weight
Target Moisture
Average Moisture
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5) Within the weight range, the regression line (red oblique line) should
also lie within the moisture limits. The difference in moisture content
should not exceed 1% in this range.

In case of problem, proceed to an optimization of the MIDAS scanner.

The red dot(s) in the diagnostic section give(s) information concerning
the cause of the trouble.

Diagnostic report

Moisture tolerance
Regression line
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Examples of curves:
Before optimization:
- Wide instantaneous moisture variation (white curve).
- Moisture value outside tolerance.
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Examples of curves:
After optimization.
- All defaults solved.
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Closing the One Shot test windows:

After checking the OneShot test results, click on the “Close” button.
- Click again on the “Close” button to close the
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GET RESONANCE
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One Shot test:
- If the MIDAS passed the One Shot test, the following message
appears:
No action required
Click “Close” to terminate the test.

- No further test is required, the MIDAS is good for operation.

- Click on the “Close” button.
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Get Resonance:
- If this is not the case, the following message is displayed:

Continue test at step 3.

- Then click on the « Get Resonance » button.

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How to proceed :
-To start the test, simply click on the « Get Curve » button.
- It takes approximately 5 minutes.
- Once the measurements are finished, it is recommended to save the
data by clicking on the « Write File » button.
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Analysis:
- Standard values of the resonance frequency and amplitude are: 6150
MHz and 4.00 Volts.
- The quality factor should be within 50 and 60.
- Anyhow, differences can exist between MIDAS scanners.
- Click on the “Close” button to exit this window.
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ANALYSIS OF RESULTS
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Analysis:
This MIDAS is out of specifications.
Record new Production Data and Initial parameter.

- If this message appears, use the “Calibration / Optimization”

function to improve the brand parameters.
- You can also create a new set of parameters using the pre-calibration
function.
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Analysis:
- If both the One Shot and the Resonance Curve tests are not correct,
the following message appears:

This MIDAS is out of specifications.

1. Repeat the test steps.
2. Contact Hauni for repair.

- Collect new data from step 1.

- If this fails again, contact Hauni for repair.
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Get Resonance:
- This ends the Analysis function.
- Click on the “Close” button to shut the window.