Vibxpert Manual English PDF

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VIBXPERT®
FFT data collector
Signal analyzer
Operating
Instructions
Dear customer,
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Version 1.x eMail: doku@pruftechnik.com
Edition August 2004
VIB 9.805.G
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the publisher has expressly indicated the potential for occurrence of such damage.
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limitation applies to all distributors and sales partners as well.
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property of their owners. Lack of such designation does not imply, however, that
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Foreword
Foreword
Congratulations! And thank you for selecting the VIBXPERT FFT data
* Also referred to as 'VIBXPERT' and
collector and signal analyzer*. This newly developed measurement 'device' in these operating instructions.
device is not just the ideal companion for your routine measurement
round, but also a reliable on-site aid for recording and analyzing
complex machine signals.
VIBXPERT records all types of machine vibrations, bearing conditions
as well as process and visual inspection data, and transfers this
information to the OMNITREND maintenance software for evalua-
tion, archiving and documentation.
The combination of its extensive range of features and easy operation
makes VIBXPERT the effective choice for a wide range of applica-
tions:
• High measurement accuracy and high-speed data collection

• Operating modes:
'Route' for data collection for condition monitoring,
'Multimode' for individual measurements for machine diagnosis
'Balancing' in one or two planes (optional).
• Almost every type of sensor can be connected (also bridge circuits)
• One or two measurement channels (analog);
Upgrade to 2-channel device at any time via password
Hardware
• Two synchronous measurement channels for diagnosis of complex
measurements (e.g. shaft vibration).
• Unlimited storage capacity via replaceable (compact flash) memo-
ry cards.
• Four alarm LEDs (red-yellow-green-blue) indicate if thresholds
have been exceeded (based on ISO standards)
• Daylight sensor controls keyboard illumination
• Dust and splash proof (IP65) - ideal for use in demanding
industrial environments
• Connector technology compatible to VIBSCANNER (same cable)
• Connector for NiCrNi thermocouples
• Signal output for headphones and strobe light.
Measurement
• Overall values
- Vibration acceleration, velocity, displacement
- Current & voltage
- Shock pulse (bearing condition)
- Temperature
- RPM
• Signals
- Amplitude spectra
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- Envelope spectra
- Time waveform
- Phase measurement (cross channel)
- Coast down measurement (1-channel / 2-channel)
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Foreword
- Orbit (2-channel)
- Order analysis
- Cepstrum
Ergonomics
• Large, backlit screen (480 x 320 pixels, 115 x 78 mm 16 gray
levels) ensures clear data presentation and optimum readability
• Easy-to-use joystick operation
• Graphical user interface
• Color-coded connectors
• Online context-sensitive HELP
Power supply
• Lithium-Ion battery of latest generation for more than 8 hours of
operation
• Smart battery charging in VIBXPERT
• Automatic power management (display illumination)
Communication
• Fully networkable
• PC connection via USB, Ethernet, RS232.
• Embedded Linux as operating system
VIBXPERT from PRÜFTECHNIK once again demonstrates the compa-

ny's skills and innovative strength in the field of maintenance and
consistently advances the series of successful device systems such as
VIBSCANNER, VIBROCORD, VIBROTIP, VIBCODE.
For further information visit us on the Internet under:
http://www.pruftechnik.com
Ismaning- Germany, August 2004

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Foreword
About this manual

This manual describes the basic functions and operation of the
measurement device in both the 'Multimode' and 'Route' operating
modes. The operation of the optional ‘Balancing’ module is described
in the ‘VIBXPERT - Optional Firmware’ operating manual (VIB
9.806.G).
If you don't have this manual handy, open the online help in the HE
LP
device with the HELP key.
This manual is valid for Firmware Version 1.16 and higher.
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Contents
Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction .............................................. 1-8

VIBXPERT delivery packages .............................................. 1-9
Safety and operating notes ............................................. 1-10
Chapter 2: Getting started ......................................... 2-1

VIBXPERT FFT data collector VIB 5.300 .............................. 2-1
Keyboard field ............................................................................... 2-2
Status display* per LED .................................................................. 2-2
Notes on operation .......................................................... 2-3
Rechargeable battery - VIB 5.325...................................... 2-5
Memory card .................................................................... 2-7
Display ............................................................................. 2-8
Carrying pouch - VIB 5.354 .............................................. 2-9
Belt ............................................................................................... 2-9
Hand strap .................................................................................... 2-9
Interfaces ....................................................................... 2-10
Basic settings .................................................................. 2-12
Data transfer .................................................................. 2-18
RS 232 - serial ............................................................................. 2-18
USB ............................................................................................. 2-18
Ethernet ...................................................................................... 2-18
Update ........................................................................................ 2-21
Chapter 3: Measurement in Multimode ................... 3-1

Preparation....................................................................... 3-1
Measurement ................................................................... 3-3
Entering an Event/ Comment ......................................................... 3-4
Save result ..................................................................................... 3-4
Options before the measurement ..................................... 3-5
Changing a measurement task ...................................................... 3-5
Changing a measurement channel or sensor .................................. 3-5
Continue a trend measurement ..................................................... 3-6
Setting up the results screen (Display Setup) ................................... 3-7
Setting up a new measurement task .............................................. 3-8
Creating a new setup .................................................................... 3-9
Evaluation results ............................................................ 3-14
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Characteristic value ..................................................................... 3-14

Characteristic values - Trend measurement ................................... 3-14
Time signal .................................................................................. 3-16
Spectrum ..................................................................................... 3-18
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Contents
Special features of individual measurement types ............ 3-21

Phase measurement .................................................................... 3-21
Orbit ........................................................................................... 3-23
Shock pulse measurement ........................................................... 3-25
Text Editor ...................................................................... 3-27
File Manager .................................................................. 3-28
Functions of the MENU key .......................................................... 3-28
Chapter 4: Measurement of a route.......................... 4-1

Notes about Route mode ............................................................... 4-2
Start Route .................................................................................... 4-3
Route status .................................................................................. 4-4
MENU functions ............................................................... 4-5
Tree View ...................................................................................... 4-5
Measurement task selection ........................................................... 4-6
Results screen ................................................................................ 4-6
VIBCODE measurement .................................................... 4-8
Measuring VIBCODE Route/ Pool ................................................. 4-10
Chapter 5: Appendix .................................................. 5-1

VIBCODE .......................................................................... 5-1
Technical notes on working with the VIBCODE transducer .............. 5-3
Safety ............................................................................................ 5-4
Cleaning instructions ..................................................................... 5-4
Optical trigger sensor ....................................................... 5-5
Technical notes ................................................................. 5-6
Storage ......................................................................................... 5-6
Cleaning........................................................................................ 5-6
Maintenance & Calibration ............................................................ 5-6
Guarantee ..................................................................................... 5-7
Spare parts, accessories ................................................................. 5-7
Disposal......................................................................................... 5-7
Technical data .................................................................. 5-8
Index .............................................................................. 5-10
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Delivery packages
Chapter 1: Introduction
The delivery package contains the parts listed below. If you discover
that a part is missing or is damaged, please contact your PRÜFTECH-
NIK agent immediately.
The 'Diagnosis' package provides the basic parts configuration* and
* The corresponding package for the 2-
forms the basis for the 'Trending' and 'VIBCODE' packages.
channel version contains additional
VIB 5.360-1 'Diagnosis' package for 1-channel device
components.
VIB 5.300 VIBXPERT FFT data collector
VIB 5.320 Charger
VIB 5.329 Case
VIB 5.331 Ethernet cable
VIB 5.354 Carrying pouch
VIB 5.430-2 Serial cable (RS232)
VIB 5.436 Spiral cable for mobile industrial accelerometer
VIB 6.142 Mobile accelerometer, electrically insulated, M5 flat
VIB 8.736 Magnet for curved surfaces
VIB 9.805.G VIBXPERT manual
VIB 9.807.G VIBXPERT short instructions
VIB 9.661-5DG VIBXPERT product catalog
VIB 9.663-1DG Sensors & accessories catalog
VIB 9.663-2DG Cables & accessories catalog
Not shown:
VIB 5.325 Rechargeable battery pack (standard - built in)
VIB 5.380 VIBXPERT firmware, 1 channel (standard - built in)
VIB 5.380-L Firmware certificate, 1 channel
VIB 8.970 Condition Monitoring software / firmware, CD
(includes OMNITREND demo version)
VIB 5.364-1 'Trending' package for 1-channel device

includes all parts of 'Diagnosis' package plus
VIB 8.981 OMNITREND for VIBXPERT, PC software
(instead of VIB 8.970)
VIB 9.631.G Getting started with OMNITREND
Not shown:
VIB 8.981-P PC licence for VIBXPERT
VIB 8.981-OMT OMNITREND registration certificate
VIB 5.366-1 Paket 'VIBCODE', 1-Kanal-Gerät

includes all parts of 'Trending' package plus
VIB 8.660 VIBCODE transducer with protective cap
VIB 5.36x-2 Delivery packages for 2-channel device

includes additionally
VIB 5.436 Spiral cable for mobile industrial accelerometer
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VIB 6.142 Mobile accelerometer, electrically insulated, M5 flat

VIB 8.736 Magnetic holder for curved mounting surfaces
includes alternatively (not shown)
VIB 5.382 VIBXPERT firmware, 2 channels (standard - built in)
VIB 5.382-L Firmware certificate, 2 channels
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VIBXPERT packages
VIBXPERT delivery packages
'Diagnosis', 1-channel device VIB 5.360-1 'Trending' VIB 5.364-1
Includes all 'Diagnosis' package

components plus the following:
VIB 5.300
VIB 5.354
VIB 8.981
VIB 5.329 (VIB 5.325)
VIB 9.631.G
VIB 5.320 VIB 6.142 VIB 8.736
'VIBCODE' VIB 5.366-1

Includes all 'Diagnosis' and
VIB 5.431 'Trending' package components
plus the following:
VIB 5.436
VIB 9.805.G
VIB 9.807.G
VIB 8.660
VIB 9.661-5DG
VIB 9.663-1DG
VIB 5.430-2
VIB 9.663-2DG
Illustrations not to scale
Delivery packages for 2-channel device VIB 5.36x-2
Delivery packages for 2-channel device additionally include:

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VIB 6.142 VIB 8.736 VIB 5.436

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Safety and operating notes

Read this section carefully, paying especially close attention to the
safety notes, before working with the device.
Symbols used
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.
Intended use
- The device 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.

PRÜFTECHNIK assumes no liability for damage resulting from im-
proper use.
CE conformity
VIBXPERT fulfills EU guidelines for electrical 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 device 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.
Attention!
Danger of injury!
w VIBXPERT may not be used when its housing is open.
w Operation and maintenance are to be performed only by
properly trained personnel.
w Repairs to the device may be carried out only by a PRÜFTECH-
NIK-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 device design or operating safety
require explicit prior approval of PRÜFTECHNIK.
Operation
w Portable radio-based devices can interfere with proper func-

tioning of the device when operated nearby. In case of doubt,
check the connecting cable between the device and its trans-
ducer.
w Avoid exposing the device, its transducers and cables to
environmental conditions that exceed the tolerances listed in
the ‘Technical Data’ section at the rear of this manual.
w Keep the protective caps on the connector sockets when they

are not in use to keep them clean.
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Nameplates
The diagram below shows the locations and the contents of the
devices nameplates.
00100
Nameplate for the VIBXPERT

device with serial number ('S.No.')
Nameplate for the rechargeable

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Getting started
Chapter 2: Getting started
VIBXPERT FFT data collector VIB 5.300

The interfaces and functional elements of VIBXPERT are shown below:
Light sensor:
- Keyboard illumination
LEDs:
Additional key: - Alarm indication
Start measurement - Error
- Charge status
ESC F
Keyboard &
joystick:
- Operation
HE
(see page 2-2)
U
LP MEN
Memory card
- Data memory
- Replaceable
Display Rechargeable
with start screen battery
Analog:
- Measurement signal
Communication: - Charging sockets
- Ethernet
- USB
A B
A B
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Digital: Temperature:
- Trigger / RPM - Thermocouple (NiCrNi)
- Serial port (RS 232)
- Signal output
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Getting started - Operation
Keyboard
The keys and the joystick are ergonomically arranged so that
VIBXPERT can be comfortably operated with the thumb of the right
* If you are holding VIBXPERT in the hand*.
left hand and don't have the right hand
free, press the additional key on the The keyboard automatically illuminates in dark surroundings. The
rear of the device (ENTER function) to light sensor required for this is located beneath the four colored
perform the measurement with the LEDs.
joystick. This button is only intended
for carrying out measurement and must
be activated in the device setup (see P.
2-16)
Rocker key '+/-' :
ESC key: - Zoom for X axis
- Cancel - Change register
- Return
- Switch off
(in the start screen)
LEDs:
- RED 'F' key:
- YELLOW ESC F Special functions such as
- GREEN tab, fast key, search, ...
- BLUE
Light sensor Joystick:

- Navigation
- Enter key (ENTER)
MENU key:
HELP key: HE U
LP MEN - Menu functions
- Help page
(context-sensitive)
(context-sensitive)
On/Off key:
- Switch on
- Switch off
- Restart ('Reset')
* When the battery is charging the

Status display* per LED
LEDs have another meaning - page 2-6.
LED RED YELLOW GREEN BLUE

Status
Constant Alarm Warning Pre-warning Meas. OK
Flashing Over-/ Unstable --- Batt. almost

Underdriven empty
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Flashing LEDs have the higher priority, i.e. if the signal that exceeds
the alarm threshold is overdriven, the red LED flashes. If the signal is
unstable and exceeds the alarm level, only the yellow LED flashes.
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Getting started
Notes on operation
To keep operation as simple and intuitive as possible, the graphical
user interface guides the user step-by-step and is based on the
'Microsoft Windows' operating concept.
Switch on / off
Switching on VIBXPERT
To switch on the device, hold the On/Off key down for two seconds.
The switch-on sequence takes around 20 seconds. VIBXPERT is ready
for operation when the start screen appears ('Welcome...'). To switch
off, press the On/Off key again for 2 seconds and confirm the
resulting query to switch off with 'YES'.
Navigation & editing

Select the elements in a screen (e.g symbol, input field, menu
item,...) with the cursor which can be moved upwards, downwards,
and right or left by the joystick. The selected element is highlighted
(reverse video, framed, or similar). To confirm the selection, press
the joystick (= 'click'). Some examples of navigation and editing are
shown below:
Fields
Black frame => 'Measurement channel' field is selected.
Grey frame => Field was activated by clicking. The settings can now
be modified ('Channel A' or 'Channel B').
Pulldown menu
To display the contents of the 'Measurement setup' menu, click on the
menu. To select an entry, click on it.
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Getting started - Operation
Tree view
'Plus symbol' => The folder contains further subfolders/files. To
open a branch, click or move the joystick to the right.
To close a branch, click or move the joystick to the left.
Menu
The functions of the current program section are found in the 'Menu'
which is displayed with the MENU key and hidden again with the ESC
U
MEN key.
An arrow next to a menu entry indicates a further submenu. To open
it, move the joystick to the right.
Help
Tips and operating instructions are available for almost every screen
HE
LP in the program. Call up these help pages at any time by pressing the
HELP key and close them by pressing the HELP key again.
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Getting started - Battery
Rechargeable battery - VIB 5.325

VIBXPERT is supplied with energy by a Lithium-Ion rechargeable
battery. To remove the battery, loosen both screws on the back.
VIBXPERT charger
VIB 5.320 /
VIB 5.321 (U.S. version)
Line up the charging cable with the

markings when plugging in.
When the battery compartment is open, the metal contacts on the

battery and in the device should be protected against contamina-
tion and inadvertent contact! Attention!
The residual charge of the battery is displayed above the battery

symbol on the upper right of the display:
Battery full
Battery half empty
If the battery is almost empty, a message appears on the display and

the blue LED next to the display flashes. This continues for a few
minutes to enable any measurements that are running to be complet-
ed and the battery to be replaced or recharged.
The rechargeable battery does not have to be removed for charging.
It is charged in a maximum of five hours using the charger* via one of * Follow the safety instructions en-
the two analog input channels (A / B). VIBXPERT can be operated closed with the charger.
during charging.
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The second free channel can in fact be used for measuring, but
electrical interference can lead to faulty measurements under
certain circumstances!
F Note
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Getting started - Battery
The charge status is displayed by the LEDs and the battery symbol on
the display:
Constant YELLOW/ : Battery charging
Constant GREEN/ : Battery full
Constant RED : Error
During extended periods of non-use and during storage, connect
VIBXPERT regularly to the mains supply. This prevents the battery
from becoming completely discharged, and the data and settings are
retained.
• Do not use damaged batteries!

• Do not use force to open the battery or throw it in the fire!
• Do not short-circuit connection contacts!
Attention!
• Maximum charge temperature: 40°C.
• Dispose of used batteries properly in accordance with regula-
tions (P. 5-7).
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Getting started - Memory card
Memory card
A CompactFlash (CF) card with 64 MB memory capacity is installed
in the VIBXPERT as standard. If required, the standard card can be
replaced by a CF card with greater memory capacity.
• Switch off VIBXPERT.

• Carefully remove the cover in the grip. Make sure that the clip of
the cover is not damaged.
• Pull out the memory card.
• Installation:
Insert the card in the guide rails of the card slot. Carefully press in
the card up to the endstop. Make sure the card is correctly
oriented!
• Replace the cover on the grip and press it firmly into place.
Make sure that the cover is tightly closed. This guarantees that the
measuring instrument is leakproof (IP65)! FNote
ZO
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GO
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Getting started - Display
Display
To protect the display against damage, it is covered with a scratch-
proof transparent film. The film is easy to remove.
Because the ambient light conditions affect the readability of the
display, the contrast and brightness can be individually adjusted:
ZO
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GO
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PAGE
• Switch on VIBXPERT.
• Click on 'Device Setup' in the start screen (P. 2-1).
• Click on 'Display' in the next screen.
• Click on 'Contrast' and move the joystick to the right or left. This
constantly updates the contrast of the display.
• To accept the setting, press the joystick (ENTER).
Repeat the procedure for the 'Brightness' parameter if necessary.
• If necessary, activate the automatic switchoff of the display
illumination and adjust the turn-off time.
F
Note
The display illumination automatically switches off if no action
occurs within the turn-off time.
• To accept the settings, press MENU and click on 'OK'.
Device Setup - Display
Setting for brightness/ contrast

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Getting started - Carrying pouch
Carrying pouch - VIB 5.354

The stable and functional carrying pouch allows safe and convenient
transport of the measurement device. A belt and a hand strap can be
attached to the pouch:
Belt
Fasten the belt to the two diagonally opposite eyelets. Adjust the belt
length so that the measurement device hangs comfortably from the
shoulder to allow convenient operation.
Hand strap
The hand strap can be attached on the right or left side. To ensure a
stable grip, put one hand in the strap.
®
VIBCODE
The additional pocket on the rear of the carrying pouch allows safe
storage of sensors, cables and other accessories.
To remove the measurement device from the carrying pouch, open
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the velcro fastening on the underside.

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Getting started - Interfaces
Interfaces
The connections for the sensor and data cables are located on the
front of the measurement device.
Colored circles appear above the respective sockets for the identifica-
tion and differentiation of the four multipole connections. The cables
are fitted with a matching colored grommet at the end of the plug to
be plugged into the measurement device. Colored dots on the plug
and on the socket of the cable allow safe connection and correct
polarity.
View from above
Colored circle
with dot marking B A
Socket with
notch
Analog Digital Communication
Connector with (A & B)
dot marking Temperature
(NiCrNi)
Analog
The two connection sockets marked in blue are intended for the
measurement of analog machine signals. The sensor cable is connect-
ed to the channel (A or B) set in the measurement task.
The analog measurement channels are not electrically insulated.

For 2-channel measurement on two machines, check the potential
equalization (VDE 0100) or use electrically insulated sensors.
Attention!
Furthermore, the battery is charged via one of the two analog

channels of the measurement device. VIBXPERT can be switched on
or off during charging (see also P. 2-5).
Digital
Digital signals from trigger sensors or RPM sensors are recorded via
the channel marked yellow.
The same channel is also used as a serial interface (RS232) for data
transfer and as an output for analog signals. These signals can be
displayed on an oscilliscope for analysis, or they can be evaluated via
headphones.
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Getting started - Interfaces
Temperature
The QLA socket is used for the connection of a thermocouple
(NiCrNi).
Communication
The connection marked in green is used for data exchange over a
network (Ethernet) or as a USB port for communication with a PC or
printer. The configuration of this interface is made in the 'Device
Setup' (see also 'Ethernet' section on pages 2-19):
• Click on 'Device Setup' in the start screen (P 2-1).
• Click on 'Communication' in the next screen.
• Enter a valid 'IP address' for VIBXPERT.
Take the first three numbers of your PCs IP address and change the
last number only (P 2-19). Make sure that the IP address for
VIBXPERT is not already allocated in the network. Contact your
FNote
system administrator if you work in a company network.
• In the 'Subnetmask' field, enter the address of the subnetwork

where the PC/ printer is located and with which you wish to
communicate.
• If necessary, enter the address of the gateway in the 'Standard-
gateway' field. If no gateway is used, set the field to '0.0.0.0'.
Device Setup - Communication
Network Settings
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Getting started - Basic settings
Basic settings
Before carrying out measurements with VIBXPERT, a number of basic
settings in the 'Device Setup' should be checked and changed if
necessary.
• Click on 'Device Setup' in the start screen.
Date & Time

The time and date are saved together with the measurement result.
To change the time:
• Click on 'Date & Time'.
• Click in the 'Time' window and select the numerals for the hours,
minutes or seconds.
• To change the numeric value, move the joystick up or down -
without clicking!
• Then click the joystick to leave the 'Time' window.
• To accept the changes, press MENU and click on 'OK'.
The date is set in the same way.
Other parameters
Time format: 24hr / 12hr (AP) format
Date format: German/ English format(s)
Time zone: Time shift to GMT (Greenwich Mean Time)
Daylight saving: Yes = + 1h
FNote
Measurements are saved in 'Greenwich time' (GMT) independent
of the time zone and time setting, i.e. the set time is internally
calculated with the time zone and the 'time setting' parameter.
Basic settings in the Device Setup
Time and Date

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Display
See Page 2-8.
Route
These settings are valid for measurements in the 'Route' mode.
• Click on 'Route'.
Active Hierarchy/ Mode

The route is set up hierarchically according to the following plan:
1. Database - OMNITREND database, highest hierarchy
2. Location - factory, plant, customer
3. Train - groups of machines, e.g. drive
4. Machine - individual machines, e.g motor
5. Measurement location - position of the measurement location, e.g.
drive side, horizontal
6. Measurement task - e.g. vibration acceleration, lowest hierarchy
The following settings determine how the tree structure should
appear when opening the route:
- ‘Train’/ ‘Machine’ / ‘Measurement location’ = The tree opens to
the selected hierarchy level.
- ‘Auto’ = If the hierarchy levels ‘Train’ or ‘Machine’ contain
graphical information, the tree opens to the respective level. The
route is processed as a ‘Graphical Route’ if the 'Graphical Route'
option is activated (see next page).
If no graphical information is present, the tree opens up to the
measurement location level.
Settings for 'Route' mode

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Display all hierarchies

This option completes the setting in ‘Active Hierarchy / Mode’.
- ‘Inactive’ = The tree only opens the branch with the first non-
measured measurement location.
- ‘Active’ = The tree displays all hierarchy levels.
Hide measured/ skipped hierarchies

This option completes the setting in ‘Active Hierarchy / Mode’.
- ‘Inactive’ = Measured/skipped hierarchy levels are displayed in
the tree.
- ‘Active’ = Measured/skipped hierarchy levels are hidden in the
tree.
Graphic Route
Operator guidance via a graphical representation of the measurement
locations on the train or on the machine.
- ‘Inactive’ = The route is processed in ‘List Mode’ even if it contains
graphical information.
F
Note
This setting also affects the ‘Auto’ setting in ‘Active Hierarchy/
Mode’ accordingly, i.e. the tree is opened to the measurement
location level.
- ‘Active’ = The route is processed as a ‘Graphical Route’, i.e. trains/

machines are displayed by a graphical representation. The mea-
surement locations and measurement direction are also graphical-
ly displayed.
Optimizer
This function optimizes the processing of the route and shortens the
time involved in collecting the measurement data.
- Optimizer 0 (Off) = Measurement tasks are processed in the
sequence in which they were created in OMNITREND.
- Optimizer 1 (On) = Measurement tasks for a measurement
location with the same sensor are processed one after the other.
AutoSave
After completing a measurement the result can be automatically
saved and the next measurement task called up. The selected time
corresponds to the waiting time until the result is automatically saved
(‘AutoSave’).
If the option is deactivated (=’Never’), the result must be manually
saved.
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Transducers
• Click on 'Transducers' to list all transducers saved in VIBXPERT.
• Select the transducer which are available for measurement.
If you select the transducer later when setting up a measurement
task, VIBXPERT only displays the transducers chosen here for
selection. This means that the sensor list is well organized and
reduced to the available transducers.
Language
• Click on 'Language'.
This selection list includes the dialog languages for VIBXPERT. The
default setting is 'English'.
• Click on 'YourLanguage' (e.g. Espanol, Francais,...).
• Press MENU and click on 'OK'.
• Confirm the resulting message.
Communication
See Page 2-11.
Available sensors
Dialog languages
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Registration
• Click on 'Registration'.
The optional software modules such as 'Balancing' or
'2-channel measurements' must be activated by entering a password
before they can be used.
• Click on the modul to be registered and enter the password in the
text editor.
Units
• Click on 'Units'.
Select the units for the measurement quantities in this screen.
Key controls
• Click on 'Key controls'.
VIBXPERT has an additional input key (ENTER) which can be
operated with the index finger of the left hand on the rear of the
device. This allows a measurement to be started if the joystick cannot
be pressed, e.g. if a hand-held probe must be held on the machine
with the right hand.
• Activate the additional key if required.

Registration
Units ID number 1411328
2 channel measurements not registered

Balancing not registered
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Device Info
• Click on 'Device Info'.
This screen contains device information for service and repair.
Offset Compensation
Various factors. e.g. aging or temperature, can cause an offset in the
analog electronics. This option makes it possible to maintain the
measurement accuracy of the instrument by regularly (approximately
every 2 months) compensating the offset.
• Click on 'Offset Compensation'.
• Press MENU and click on 'Start Offset Compensation'.
Factory Defaults
• Click on 'Factory Defaults'.
This window can be used to reset various settings in the instrument
to the values set up in the factory. In addition, data that are no longer
required in the instrument, e.g. language files, can be deleted.
Pay particular attention to which settings are reset or which data

are deleted. This action cannot be undone!
ATTENTION!
• Click on the respective entry and confirm the resulting prompt
with 'OK'.
• For reasons of security, the word 'OK' must be entered a second
time in the text editor before the action can be carried out.
Factory defaults
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Getting started - Data transfer
Data transfer
The data exchange can be carried out via Ethernet, USB or the serial
connection. The following data can be transferred to and from the
measurement device:
- Measurement tasks (route)
- Measurement data (route, multimode,...)
- Diagnosis data (band alarms, frequency marks)
- Software (update)
Except for the software update, all other data are transferred using
the OMNITREND PC software. The 'VIBXPERT Update tool' is
available for uploading the current device software. This auxiliary
program is available on the OMNITREND CD ROM and must be
installed locally on the PC.
RS 232 - serial
The PC cable VIB 5.430-2 can be used to connect VIBXPERT directly
to a serial port on the PC. Connect the cable to the connector marked
yellow on VIBXPERT.
USB
The USB cable VIB 5.330S-USB can be used to connect VIBXPERT
directly to a USB port on the PC. Connect the cable to the connector
marked green on VIBXPERT.
Ethernet
Direct connection of VIBXPERT to a PC requires the following cables:
- Ethernet cable for VIBXPERT (VIB 5.331)
- 'Cross-Over' adapter incl. patch cable (VIB 5.331-CR)
VIB 5.331-CR
12345678
VIB 5.331 12345678
B A
12345678
12345678
VIB 5.330S-USB
VIB 5.430-2
Hub
1234567890123
1234567890123
1234567890123
1234567890123
B A 1234567890123
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VIB 5.331 patch
Ethernet
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If no suitable adapter is available, connect VIBXPERT via a network

to the PC. Data transfer via Ethernet network requires the following
components and information:
- Company network (ethernet, LAN) or hub
- Ethernet cable for VIBXPERT (VIB 5.331)
- PC with network interface card connected to the network/ hub
- IP address and subnet mask of the PC in the network (s. P. 2-11)
• Enter a valid IP address for the VIBXPERT in the 'Device Setup'.

Follow the instructions on page 2-11.
• Connect the Ethernet cable (VIB 5.331) to the socket marked
green on VIBXPERT.
• Plug the other end of the cable into a free network socket.
If the IP address and the subnet mask of the PC are not known, ask
your network administrator or find it yourself on the PC:
Open the DOS box on your PC:
• Click on “Start” and then on “Execute”.
• Enter “cmd” (under Windows 2000 / XP)
“command” (under Windows 98).
• Enter “ipconfig -all” in the DOS box.
Example:
The screen displays the IP address and the subnet mask of a PC in a
network:
IP adress: 172.17.5.59
Subnet mask: 255.255.0.0
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FNote
If VIBXPERT is contacted via a hub or cross-over adapter, do not
use the network option ‘Obtain an IP address automatically’ on
your PC! Disable it and enter fix address data for your PC:
• From the START menu, select SETTINGS, choose NETWORK and

DIAL-UP CONNECTIONS.
• Right-click on LOCAL AREA CONNECTION and select PROPER-
TIES.
• Select TCP/IP and click PROPERTIES.
• Select USE THE FOLLOWING IP ADDRESS.
• Enter the 'IP address', 'Subnet mask' and 'Default gateway' of your
PC (see previous page ‘ipconfig -all’)
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Update
The current device software for VIBXPERT can be downloaded from
the PRÜFTECHNIK homepage in the Internet:
http://www.pruftechnik.com/cm/downloads/index.htm
It is recommended to load the software update onto the device via
Ethernet or USB because the serial connection is slower.
• Install the 'VIBXPERT Update tool' on the PC. The program is

available on the OMNITREND CD.
• Connect VIBXPERT to the network.
Use the VIBXPERT Ethernet cable (VIB 5.331).
Use the VIBSCANNER PC cable (VIB 5.430-2) for the serial
connection.
• Start the 'VIBXPERT Update tool' on the PC and click on <Next>
to call up 'Step 2':
• Set the ‘Communication type’ to ‘Ethernet’ (or ‘Serial’).

• Enter the IP address of the VIBXPERT
(or select the COM port on the PC).
• Click on <Next>:
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• In the next step ('3') select the update file on the PC.
This file has already been downloaded as an archive file (*.zip)
from the PRÜFTECHNIK homepage and unpacked to a temporary
folder. The filename includes the version number (e.g.
'VXP_10_build98.ptz') and the extension 'ptz'.
• Click on <Next>:
• In the next step (‘4’) click on <Download> to start the data

transfer to VIBXPERT.
• After the data transfer has finished, click on <Close> to close the
program.
• Switch VIBXPERT off and then on again to complete the update.
This process normally takes a few minutes. Wait until the
VIBXPERT start screen appears.
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Multimode
Chapter 3: Measurement in Multimode
VIBXPERT can carry out measurements in two operating modes.

Multimode:
Measurement of characteristic overall values or signals for the
diagnosis of machine conditions. The results can be saved and
read in for evaluation and archiving by the OMNITREND PC
software.
Route (see chapter 4):
Collection of measurement tasks which are to be processed at
regular intervals. A route is created using the OMNITREND PC
software and is used for monitoring machine conditions.
Optionally VIBXPERT can be used for dynamic balancing* in one or

* 'Balancing' mode is described in the
two planes. VIBXPERT 'Optional Firmware Module'
manual (VIB 9.806.G).
Preparation
The following points should be noted before beginning a measure-
ment:
- The battery must be fully charged
- The required sensors and cables must be laid out and in good
condition; the RPM sensor requires a support to perform RPM
measurements!
- Visually inspect fixed measurement locations and, if necessary,
clean them and repair any damage.
- Prepare recesses for hand-held probes (e.g. TIPTECTOR).
Measurement procedure
Select operating mode
Start measurement task,

start measurement
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Multimode
*Measurement type: To carry out a measurement, VIBXPERT requires information on the

Vibration acceleration, type of measurement*, the sensor being used and, if necessary, data
Vibration velocity
for the evaluation of the result. Information as to whether the RPM
Vibration displacement,
Shock pulse, must be recorded with each measurement is also required. This
RPM, dataset is designated as a 'measurement task' and forms the basis for
... each measurement with VIBXPERT (also in the route).
Time signal for acceleration/ velocity/
displacement, To simplify the preparation of a measurement and to save the user
Amplitude spectrum for acceleration/ from having to enter the required data, VIBXPERT already contains a
velocity/ displacement, comprehensive collection of predefined knowledge-based measure-
Envelope spectrum for acceleration/ ment tasks.
velocity,
... The following overview shows the structure of a measurement task in
VIBXPERT:
Type of
measurement
Velocity
(symbol)
Measurement Overall velocity >600RPM Overall velocity >120RPM ..

tasks
Measurement velocity / 10-1000 Hz velocity / 2-1000 Hz

setup
Sensor VIB 6.140 VIB 6.142

setup
ISO 10816-3 group 2 ISO 10816-3 group 1
Evaluation
setup
RPM measurement No measurement
RPM
The measurement tasks are sorted according to measurement type*

and assigned a measurement symbol in the selection screen. The
current measurement task is displayed in the info field in the lower
part of the screen.
To activate the 'Multimode' mode, click on the corresponding symbol
in the start screen. The measurement types for overall values and
signals are grouped into two tab sheets. If VIBXPERT has been
registered for 2-channel measurements (see P. 2-16), a third tab
sheet with 2-channel measurement tasks appears. The current tab
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sheet is highlighted with a black frame. To change the tab sheet,

press the '+/-' key or highlight the tab sheet with the joystick.
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Multimode - Measurement
Measurement
Multimode selection screen
Tab
Measurement type
(icon)
Measurement task
Sensor type: VIB 6.140
Info field
Starting a measurement:
• Highlight the type of measurement in the selection screen.
• Connect the sensor.
Sensor and measurement channel are displayed in the info field.
Before every measurement, VIBXPERT checks that the sensor and

cables are correctly connected. In measurements with trigger
(phase, orbit,...) the trigger signal is monitored (green LED flashes
FNote
at every pulse). If the trigger signal fails during measurement, the

yellow LED flashes. The measurement must then be repeated.
• Click to start the measurement.
Repeating a measurement: Repeat measurement

• In the results screen, press the
joystick again.
Or
• Press the MENU key in the re-
sults screen and click on 'Re-
peat'.
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Multimode - Measurement
Entering an Event/ Comment

Information on special events (e.g. 'Loss of oil') as well as supplemen-
tary comments can be stored with each result. Events are preset, and
comments can be entered in the text editor.
This option is no longer available if the result has already been saved.
• Press the MENU key and click on 'Event / Comment'.

• Select the event group (see below) and click on the relevant event
in the subsequent screen.
• The menu is displayed: Click either on 'Edit Comment' or on 'Save'.
If necessary, enter the comment in the text editor.
Then save the result in the file manager.
To enter a comment only:
• Press the MENU key in the 'Event group' screen (see below) and
click on 'Enter Comment'.
A comment symbol appears next to the channel description if the file

contains event information or comments (see page 3-6 below).
Save result
• Press the MENU key and click on 'Save' (see below). The file
manager opens.
• Click again on 'Save' and enter a name in the text editor (see page
3-27).
Selection of the 'Event Group'
Save result
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Multimode - Options
Options before the measurement

This section describes the options which are available for the
preparation of a measurement.
Changing a measurement task

Each measurement type (symbol) is assigned a measurement task. If
you want to carry out the measurement with another measurement
task, change this as follows:
• Highlight the type of measurement in the selection screen.
• Press the F key.
F
A list appears with all the measurement tasks set up for this
measurement type.
• Click on the required measurement task (see below).
Changing a measurement channel or sensor

To change over the measurement channel or to use another sensor
while retaining the other parameters of the measurement task,
proceed as follows:
• Highlight the measurement type in the selection screen.
• Press the MENU key and click on 'Task Manager'.
• Click on the 'Measurement Channel' field to activate it (see below)
and then select the measurement channel.
or to change the sensor:
• In the 'Sensor Setup' field click in the pulldown menu and select
the required sensor.
• To save the change, press the MENU key and click on 'OK'.
Change measurement task
Change measurement channel in

the measurement task manager
Sensor
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Multimode - Options
Continue a trend measurement

The standard procedure for monitoring machine conditions is the
regular recording of characteristic overall values over a longer period
of time. The trend of the machine condition can be traced back from
the resulting trend curve and its probable development in the future
can be predicted.
To obtain a meaningful trend measurement, measurements must be
carried out under always reproducible conditions - i.e. operation,
measurement location and sensors must be comparable.
• Highlight the type of measurement in the selection screen under

which the trend measurement was performed.
• Press the MENU key and click on 'Load File'.
The file manager only displays the measurements of the current
measurement type.
• Click on the file that was saved as a trend measurement.
• To start the measurement, either press the joystick or press the
MENU key and click on 'Measure'.
• After the measurement press the MENU button and click on 'Save'.
• In the following prompt, click on 'Append' to add the current result
to the saved data record.
To create a new measurement file, select 'New'. This is a simple
method of adopting the settings of an existing file for a new
measurement.
To overwrite the data of the saved file, select 'Overwrite'.
Comment symbol
Trend Measurement
(Append current result)
Trend Measurement
(Start measurement)
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Multimode - Options
Setting up the results screen (Display Setup)

The settings apply for the selected measurement type (symbol) and
can be made before or after a measurement.
• Press the MENU key and click on 'Display Setup'.
• Move the joystick to the right and click on 'Measurement' (only
applies for the 'Selection' screen)
A. Characteristic value measurement

If limits have been set up for the measurement, the absolute value or
the difference to the measurement value can be displayed (see
below). The results screen can display a maximum of two characteris-
tic values. Specify which 'Peak value' should be displayed together
with the 'RMS value' for vibration measurements with three parame-
ters*. To display the non-visible 'Peak value' in the result screen, * RMS / 0-peak / peak-peak
move the joystick up/down.
B. Signal measurement
The following parameters have to be set for signal measurements:
ZOOM
- Increment for the scaling of the Y axis and zooming of the X axis.
- The main cursor or the interval between the delta and main cursor
can be zoomed.
CURSOR
- Type and length of the cursor line.
- Number of sidebands (only for time signals)
AXES
- Instead of '1/1000' or '1000', the X axis can be labeled wih the
abbreviation 'm' (=milli) or 'k' (=kilo).
ORDER SCALING
- Scaling of the X axis in Hz or orders (spectra and envelope). The
RPM of the shaft must be known (measurement or input).
Display Setup for

- characteristic value
- signal
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Multimode - Options
Setting up a new measurement task

To set up a new measurement task, first open the 'Measurement Task
Manager':
Open Task Manager • Highlight the measurement type in the 'Selection' screen.
• Press the MENU key and click on 'Task Manager'.
Compile new measurement tasks in the Tasks Manager by combining

existing setups (see also Overview on page 3-2). For PRÜFTECHNIK
measurement tasks (factory settings), only the measurement channel
(A/B) and the sensor (see page 3-5) can be changed.
To change settings for the measurement, for the evaluation or for the
RPM measurement, first set up a new user-defined measurement
task:
• Click on the 'Measurement task' pulldown menu of the Task

Manager.
• Press the MENU key and click on 'New'.
• Enter a name in the text editor (page 3-27).
• Change the measurement channel if necessary.
• Select the setups for measurement (see below), sensor, evaluation
or RPM in the 'Setup' field of the pulldown menu.
• Then press the MENU key and click on 'OK'.
If the matching entry cannot be found in one of the four 'Setup
* Setup for menus'*, a new setup must be created (see next section). To view the
- Measurement,
setup parameters, highlight the setup, press the MENU key and click
- Sensor,
- Evaluation, on 'Show'.
- RPM measurement
Tasks Manager
Pulldown menu with

measurement tasks
'Setup' field
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Multimode - Options
The current measurement task (see pages 3-5) can also be changed
in the Tasks Manager. F
Note
The 'lock' symbol before an entry indicates factory settings which
cannot be edited.
Only the 'Available Sensors' (see page 2-15) are available for
selection in the sensor setup.
To delete a user-defined measurement task:

• Highlight the measurement task in the pulldown menu, press the
MENU key and click on 'Delete' (see below).
Creating a new setup

(Measurement / Sensor / Evaluation / RPM)
• Open the 'Task Manager' (see page 3-8).
* New setups can only be created for
• Select a user-defined measurement task*. user-defined measurement tasks!
• In the 'Setup' field, click on the pulldown menu where the new
setup should be created.
• Press the MENU key and click on 'New' (see below).
• Enter a name in the text editor (page 3-27).
• Then set up the Setup parameters (see the following pages).
• To save, press the MENU key and click on 'OK'.
Delete measurement task
Create new setup

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Multimode - Options
A. Measurement parameters - overall values & 2-ch. measurements

MEASUREMENT TYPE (MEASURAND)
Fixed; Selection is carried out via the measurement type symbol
MEASUREMENT TIME
Duration of an individual measurement; This depends on the
lowest frequency and, consequently, cannot be changed.
LOWER / UPPER FREQUENCY:
Frequency range of the vibration measurement
AVERAGING TYPE / - NUMBER:
Without av.: Each single measurement is displayed.
Linear averaging: Single measurements are added and divided by
the number of averages.
Peak hold: Highest measurement value is displayed.
AVERAGING OVERLAP
Percentage by which consecutive measurements overlap; If the
overlap is 0%, the total measurement time is: number of averages
x measurement time; the higher the overlap, the shorter the total
measurement time.
ORDER (WITH PHASE AND ORBIT MEASUREMENT)
Order filter for the RPM harmonic vibration components of the
signal. For example, only the signal components of the 1st.
harmonics are filtered out and displayed by the first order filter. As
a result, the polar (XY) display of 2-channel measurements only
shows an ellipse, all other components are suppressed.
PULSE PER REV. (WITH RPM, PHASE AND ORBIT MEASUREMENT)
Number of measurement marks on the shaft or coupling.
Measurement setup for

characterisitic vibration value
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Multimode - Options
B. Parameters for signal measurement

MEASUREMENT TYPE (MEASURAND)
Fixed; Selection is carried out via the measurement type symbol
MEASUREMENT TIME (TIME SIGNAL)
Length of the time window
LOWER / UPPER FREQUENCY
Setting the highpass/lowpass filter: Lowest and highest frequency
which can appear in the time signal or spectrum. Because the filter
curve does not abruptly rise in the limit range, frequency lines also
appear beyond the filter limits in the spectrum.
NUMBER OF LINES (SPECTRUM)
Number of lines displayed. Together with the 'upper frequency',
this parameter specifies the resolution of the spectrum (Df).
WINDOW (SPECTRUM) Window features:
In the measurement of periodic signals, there are time datasets Hanning: Standard for FFT. Frequency
precise, bur amplitude errors (<15%)
with periodic gaps as a result of the finite observation period.
Rectangular: Frequency errors, but
Thus, the frequency lines appear wider in the corresponding amplitude is precise
spectrum. The window functions suppress these 'side lobes'. Kaiser: as Hanning, but lower ampli-
tude errors (<12%)
AVERAGING TYPE/ NUMBER (SPECTRUM) Flat-Top: Lower frequency accuracy as
Without av.: During the measurement each recorded spectrum is Hanning, amplitude more precise.
displayed. The 'Number of averages" specifies how many single
measurements are carried out.
Linear: The individual spectra are added and divided by the
number of averages. This averaging type emphasizes recurring
stationary sections in the spectrum.
Peak-hold: Highest measurement value is displayed. This type of
averaging emphasizes peaks that occur stochastically.
Exponential: Individual measurements are exponentially averaged
(the last spectrum is given the highest weighting).
AVERAGING OVERLAP
See 'Overall values', P. 3-10.
Measurement setup for spectrum
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Multimode - Options
C. Parameters for sensors

MEAS. QUANTITY
Measurement quantitiy of the vibration sensor.
SIGNAL TYPE
user Signal type of the vibration sensor (e.g. LineDrive, ICP,...)
SENSITIVITY
The sensitivity of the sensor determines the signal level.
OFFSET
Offset of the sensor
LINEAR FROM / TO
The linearity range of the sensor and the filter setting of the
measurement must be adapted to one another.
RESONANCE FREQUENCY
The resonant frequency of the sensor is an important influencing
quantity in the shock pulse measurement (bearing condition).
SETTLING TIME (RPM)
Settling time of the RPM sensor
D. Evaluation parameters - Overall value / timewaveform

Three upper and three lower limits can be defined for each character-
istic value (alarm, warning, pre-warning).
• Activate the checkbox in front of the characteristic value.
• Select the limit value.
• If necessary, change the names of the limit values.
To change the tab, press the '+/-' key or highlight this with the
joystick.
Setup for sensors
Setup for evaluation - Overall value

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Multimode - Options
E. Parameters for the evaluation of a signal measurement (spectrum) Checkbox

In the current software version only broadband threshold values can
activated
be set for spectra. To do so, activate the respective entry in the 'Base
level' field and set up the threshold value. deactivated
A description can be entered and saved for each user-defined

evaluation setup:
• Press the MENU button and click on 'Description'. A text field
(initially empty) appears.
• Press the MENU button and click on 'Edit'.
• Enter the descriptive text in the text editor.
• After terminating the text input and closing the text editor, press
the MENU button and click on 'Save'.
F. Parameters for RPM measurement

The current machine RPM is recorded for the evaluation of variable
RPM signals. This means, for example, that the characteristic fre-
quency for unbalance in the spectrum is tracked with the RPM and
correctly displayed (1st harmonic). For the order scaling, the RPM of
the shaft must also be known - either per measurement or per input
after the recording of the spectrum (see P. 3-19).
Setup for evaluation - Description
Setup for evaluation - Spectrum

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Multimode - Results
Evaluating results
Before a result is evaluated, make sure that the measurement is valid
and no error message is present (see page 2-2).
Characteristic overall value

Up to two characteristic values are simultaneously displayed in the
result screen. If the limit values are exceeded during the measure-
ment, these appear in the field below the respective measurement
value (see below). Also, the respective LED lights up next to the
display (see pages 2-2).
Limits can be displayed as an absolute value or as a difference to the
measurement value. For vibration parameters with three characteri-
stic values (rms, 0-p, p-p), move the joystick upwards or downwards
to display the third value (see 'Display Setup', page 3-7).
Characteristic values - Trend measurement

If more than two measurements are saved in a file, the results for
each characteristic overall value are displayed as a trend curve (for
details, see page 3-6).
Each measurement on the trend curve is labeled with a marker and
can be reached with the joystick (left - right). The relevant measure-
ment values appear under the diagram together with the recording
date and event and comment entries.
With the aid of the displayed threshold line (see Display Setup, P. 3-
15), it is possible to determine if thresholds have been exceeded. If
more than one overall value appears in the diagram, only the
threshold for the highlighted characteristic value is displayed. Move
the joystick up/down to mark the other overall values and display the
respective threshold values. The LEDs are not used here for threshold
assessment, they merely illuminate on the measurement screen.
Characteristic value measurement

p-p
Trend graph
0-p
RMS value
(no limit value exceeded)
RMS
P-P value
(alarm exceeded by 0.894 m/s²)
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Upper alarm
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Multimode - Results
Zoom
Press the '+' button repeatedly to magnify the area around the cursor.
Deleting individual measurements

If a spurious measurement has been included in the trend, delete this
as follows:
• Highlight the measurement in the trend with the cursor.
• Press the MENU button.
• Click on 'Delete'.
Display Setup
Open the display setup via MENU -> 'Display Setup':
MEAS. VALUE: Selection of the characteristic overall values that are
displayed in the diagram. For each trend curve, the line type can
be set.
ALARM: If alarm thresholds have been set up, they can be displayed
here on the diagram. The line type can be selected.
ZOOM: Speed or step for zooming (slow - fast, or small - large).
LAYOUT: Setting of the marker for the measurements, the grid and the
cursor in the trend diagram. Also identifiers for the trend curve
('measured values') and the threshold values ('alarms') can be
displayed.
To adopt the settings, press the MENU button and click on 'Save'.
Delete measurement
(Trend)
Display Setup
(Trend)
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Multimode - Results
Time signal
• To halt the measurement, press the joystick.
The measurement result is displayed in the upper half of the screen.
The data field in the lower half lists the two highest amplitudes. If a
limit value is exceeded, the absolute value and the difference to the
measurement value is displayed ('delta').
The following functions are available for evaluation of the result:
Zoom
• Press on the rocker key '+' to magnify the X axis (see below).
Depending on the zoom mode (page 3-7), the main cursor is used
as the central point or the gap between the main and delta cursor
is magnified.
• The '–' key is used to zoom out.
Scaling
• Move the joystick upwards to magnify the scaling of the Y axis and
to make low amplitudes visible.
• To reduce the scaling again, move the joystick downwards.
Zoomed area (gray) Cursor coordinates
Limit
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Multimode - Results
Cursor
• Press the F key to open the cursor menu.
OR
• Press the MENU key and click on 'Cursor'.
NONE: Hide all cursors (Zoom / scaling not possible!)
MAIN: Show main cursor
Move the joystick towards right/left to move the cursor. The speed
increases if the joystick is held in an extreme position. The cursor F
co-ordinates indicate the absolute position.
DELTA: Show/hide delta cursor
Press the joystick (ENTER) to switch over between main and delta
cursor (see below). In this case the measurement can only be
repeated via the MENU key (MENU - 'Remeasure')!
The cursor co-ordinates indicate the distance to the main cursor.
The data field specifies the repeat frequency which corresponds to
the distance between the main and delta cursor.
SIDEBANDS: Show/hide sideband cursor
The number of sidebands is set as standard in the Display Setup. If
the sideband cursor is active, the number can also be changed
with the F key (see below). In this case, the cursor menu can only
be opened via the MENU key (MENU - 'Cursor')!
The spacing of the sidebands is set by moving the extreme cursor
(switch over with ENTER).
The position of the entire group can be changed by moving the
middle (main) cursor.
Time signal: Sideband cursor

(set number with F key)
Time signal: Main/Delta cursor

(switch over with ENTER)
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Multimode - Results
Spectrum
The measurement result is displayed in the upper half of the screen.
The data field in the lower half is used to display the following
diagnosis functions:
- Max 10
- Alarms
- Frequency marker
• Press the MENU key and click on the diagnosis function.

• Press the F key to activate the data field and to use the diagnosis
F
function.
F
Note
If the data field is active, the MENU key has no function, the
spectrum cannot be zoomed (X/Y axis) and the cursor in the
spectrum cannot be moved. To leave the data field, press the F key
again.
Max 10
After completing the measurement, the 10 highest amplitudes are
listed in the spectrum. Click on an entry to set the cursor to the
corresponding line of the spectrum.
You can sort the list for amplitude or frequency in ascending or
descending sequence. To do so, click on the respective column title.
Bandalarms*
* Only broadband thresholds can be
This function checks if a threshold value was exceeded. If so, one of
evaluated in 'Multimode' (see P. 3-13).
Narrowband alarm thresholds ('Band the LEDs next to the display lights up.
alarms') are only available in 'Route
mode' (see next page).
Spectrum - Max 10
Spectrum - Broadband thresholds

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Multimode - Results
• To display the thresholds, activate the corresponding checkbox

(see below) in the tree structure.
• To open or close a branch in the tree structure, press the '–/+' key
or move the joystick to the right or left.
Frequency marker* * Frequency markers are only available

in 'Route mode'.
To identify machine-specific characteristic frequencies, the frequency
marker can be displayed in the spectrum. Frequency markers can be
defined in OMNITREND at three different hierarchy levels: train,
machine, meas. location.
• To display the frequency markers of each single hierarchy level,
press the MENU key and select from the list (see below).
Frequency markers from lower hierarchies are added to higher
hierarchies (meas. loc. -> machine -> machine train).
• Activate the corresponding checkbox (see page 3-13) in the tree
structure.
• To open or close a branch in the tree structure, press the '–/+' key
or move the joystick to the right or left.
For RPM-dependent frequency markers (e.g. Unbalance -1st har-

monic), the machine RPM must be known - either by manual entry
or by measurement.
F
Note
RPM entry
To enter the machine RPM after a measurement, proceed as follows:
• Press the MENU key and click on 'RPM Edit'.
• Click on the input field. Set the value with the joystick.
• Then click on 'OK'.
Spectrum - Frequency marker

(in route mode only)
Spectrum - Narrowband thresholds

(in route mode only)
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Multimode - Results
Zoom / Scaling
See 'Time signal', page 3-16f.
Cursor
• Press the MENU key and click on 'Cursor' (see below)
NONE /MAIN / DELTA: See 'Time signal', page 3-17.
HARMONICS: Show/hide harmonic cursor
The harmonic cursor is used to assign harmonics in the spectrum.
The spacing of the individual cursors to one another corresponds
to the basic frequency at the main cursor. To adjust this, the main
or the delta cursor (highest displayed order) can be moved
(change over with ENTER).
SUBHARMONICS: Show/hide subharmonic cursor
The subharmonic cursor can be used to detect subharmonics in the
spectrum. The spacing of the individual cursors to one another
corresponds to a interger fraction (1/n) of the main cursor.
The ENTER function triggers a repeat measurement!

Reason: Delta cursor is not active and therefore it is not necessary
Attention! to switch over between the main and delta cursor.
SIDEBANDS: Show/hide sideband cursor

The spacing of the sidebands is set by moving the outermost
cursor (change over with ENTER).
The position of the whole group can be changed by moving the
main cursor.
Main Delta cursor

cursor (2nd order)
Spectrum - Cursor
Spectrum - Harmonic cursor

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Multimode - Special Features
Special features of individual measurement types

In addition to the described measurement procedure, the following
section describes the background information for specific measure-
ment types and which aspects should be noted during measurement.
Phase measurement
The phase measurement is used to identify machine faults that cause
lines at the same position in the spectrum (e.g. static/ dynamic
unbalance). To do so, the amplitude and the phase angle of the 1 channel 2 channels
vibration pointer is determined from the RPM-synchronous compo- (Registration required)
nents of the vibration signal.
In order to identify the fault more easily, the individual orders are
filtered out and displayed. For example, an unbalance causes severe
vibrations in the first order whereas alignment faults dominate in the
second order. Phase measurement can be performed in one or in two
planes.
Application of phase measurement in 2 planes: Determination of

the phase difference in both planes. This indicates whether, e. g.
static, dynamic or coupled unbalance is present.
F
Note
For measurement in 2 planes, the '2-channel measurement' version

(see P. 2-16) must be registered in VIBXPERT.
Typical installation for measure-

Sensor with magnetic holder ment in one plane
(VIB 6.140 + VIB 8.736)
ESC F
HE U
LP MEN
Trigger
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The measurement result is displayed in a polar diagram. The

respective values for amplitude and phase angle are displayed in the
result field below the diagram.
Order filter
After the measurement, the order filter can be changed as follows:
• Press the MENU button and click on 'Order'.
• Select the required order (1-5).
Zoom scaling
To magnify the scaling of the diagram, move the joystick up. If a
phase vector then moves out of the diagram as a result, the maximum
display range is also specified relative to the longer (no longer
visible) vector (e.g. '92% of A').
A: Result for channel A

B: Result for channel B
Max. display range
Change order filter
Phase measurement - 2 channels

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Orbit
The orbit of a shaft is recorded with a 2-channel measurement where
the two sensors are arranged at an angle of 90°. This enables
identification of machine faults and damage to the shaft that become Orbit, 2 channels
apparent in the vibration behavior of the shaft and directly affect the (Registration required)
path of the shaft (e.g. unbalance, misalignment, shaft crack, rotation
fault (for more details, see VDI 3839 Sheets 1 and 2)).
F
For this type of measurement, the '2-channel measurement' version
must be registered in VIBXPERT (see P. 2-16).
Note
A typical measurement installation is shown in the following figure:
- The two vibration transducers are mounted in a single measure-
ment plane at a angular displacement of 90° on the machine.
- The transducer on channel A defines the X direction and the 0°
position.
- The trigger is mounted in the 0° position.
F
The procedure for an orbit measurement is described in the
following standards: ISO 7919, ISO 10817-1, VDI 3839 Sheet1.
Note
Sensor (Y) Typical installation
Sensor (X)
Channel A
Trigger ESC F
HE U
LP MEN
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The measurement result is displayed in a polar diagram. The

respective values for amplitude and phase angle are displayed in the
result field under the diagram.
Changing the diagram type

The polar diagram is selected as the default display. To display the
signals of both channels separately, proceed as follows:
• Press the MENU button and click on 'Display Setup'.
• Select the 'Single signals' option in the 'Plot type' menu (see
below).
Order filter
After measurement, the order filter can be changed as follows:
• Press the MENU button and click on 'Display Setup'.
• Select the required order (0-5) in the uppermost field.
The order '0' shows the unfiltered signal.
Cursor and Zoom

A main and delta cursor as well as a zoom function (only for
individual signals) are available for evaluation. Details of their
function and operation are described in the section 'Evaluate result -
Time signal' on page 3-16.
Filtered orbit (2nd order)
Change diagram type

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Shock pulse measurement

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
expressed in logarithmic [dB] terms. Bearing condition is determined
by comparing normalized signal levels and their difference with
reference values.
These characteristic overall values are typically affected by various
external factors (e.g. rolling velocity, i.e. bearing size and rpm, signal
damping, lubrication). To evaluate the condition of the 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. The procedures used for bearing
diagnosis (shock pulse, envelope curve,
vibration acceleration) comply with the
Normalization ISO norm, 10816-1 (Appendix E3 , E1).
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).
Consequently, the normalized shock pulse value (dBn) works out to:
dBn = dBsv + dBi + dBa = dBsv + dBia
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
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.
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Entering the normalization parameters

Before the shock pulse measurement starts, the normalization screen
appears:
• Select the type of normalization:

NO NORMALIZATION: Shock pulse value specified in dBsv.
MANUAL: RPM is entered manually before the shock pulse measure-
ment.
EXTERNAL: RPM is measured with an RPM sensor before the shock
pulse measurement.
• Enter the dBa value if it is known. Otherwise, carry out a
normalization adaptation (set dBa to '0', see previous section).
• Enter the diameter of the bearing inner race.
• If the normalization type is set to 'manual', enter the RPM (see
below).
• To start the shock pulse measurement, click on 'OK'.
Shock pulse - Normalization

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Text Editor
Text Editor
Entering text
• Press the F key until the cursor appears in the character table. The
F
highlighted character appears in reverse video (see below).
• To enter the text, click on the respective characters in the table
one after the other. If the current character table does not contain
the required character, press the '+/–' key to display further
character tables.
• Then press the MENU key and click on 'OK'.
• To cancel, press the MENU key and click on 'Exit'. The ESC key is
used for the delete function.
Deleting text
• Press the F key until the cursor appears in the text field.
• To delete individual characters: Position the cursor to the right of
the character. Press the ESC key.
• To delete a word: Position the cursor at the end of the word,
double-click and move the joystick to the left to highlight the word
(see below). Press the ESC key.
• To delete a text field: Click once to highlight the text and press the
ESC key.
Special characters ([ ][,][+][/],..) are not allowed in file names.

The text defaults field contains texts which you can accept and, if
F
Note
necessary, modify by clicking.
Text editor
Text defaults,
only for
- Measurement task/ Create new setup
- Search route
Text field (one line or several lines)
Character table
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File Manager
File Manager
The File Manager administrates the measurements which were
recorded in the 'Multimode' and 'Balancing' (optional) operating
modes. The available functions include save, open, rename, dupli-
cate, move, delete, sort and search files as well create a folder
structure.
The File Manager is opened by ...

... clicking on the 'File Manager' icon in the start screen.
... opening a file.
... saving a measurement result.
F
The File Manager is measurement type-specific:
For opening and saving, only the files of the current measurement
Note type are displayed (e.g. characteristic overall value - vibration
acceleration). If you open the File Manager from the start screen,
all files are displayed (see below).
Functions of the MENU key

SAVE
This function saves the measurement result; If a file is marked in
the tree view, the current result can be appended (Trend) or the
saved dataset can be overwritten with the current result.
OPEN
This function opens the highlighted file
CREATE DIR
This function creates a new folder
RENAME
This function renames a file/folder
File Manager
File Manager - Open file

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File Manager
COPY, PASTE, CUT

This function is used to copy, insert, move file/folder via the
clipboard.
DELETE
This function is used to delete a file/folder
SORT
This function is used to sort files by name, by time or by type.
FIND
This function is used to search a file/folder. Enter the complete
name or the first letter of the name. Call up the search function
with the F key.
Find file/folder
Search result
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Empty page
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Route
Chapter 4: Measurement of a route
The 'Route' mode processes a specified number of measurement tasks

which are carried out regularly according to a specific schedule with
VIBXPERT. The measurement tasks for a route are compiled on the
PC using the OMNITREND software.
Sequence of a measurement
Select operating mode
Done Select route
Select measurement location on the machine

(navigation via tree view or machine graphic)
Select measurement task,

start measurement
Save Save measurement result
Next measurement task

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Route
A major component of the route is the Route Expert:
The Route Expert...

... automatically adapts the sequence of the route to the condition
of the machines. If these run within the permissable range, the data
collector only records individual characteristic overall values.
*Roller bearing monitoring on a
Usually one measurement location* is provided for each machine
machine requires a measurement (e.g. for machine vibration at the impeller-side bearing housing).
location on each roller bearing. This keeps the resulting volume of data and number of measure-
ment tasks to a minimum.
If a characteristic value exceeds the selected warning or alarm
**The threshold value which triggers level**, additional diagnosis measurements are automatically per-
the diagnosis measurement is defined formed. These additional measurement tasks (spectrum, characte-
in the OMNITREND software as an ristic overall values) are stored in the OMNITREND PC software for
'adaptive trigger'. If no 'adaptive each machine and are only called up if the operating condition of
trigger' is defined, the diagnosis the machine changes.
measurement is triggered when the
lowest threshold value is exceeded.
Notes about Route mode

1. A route consists of the following 6 hierarchical elements:
Database - OMNITREND database (highest hierarchy)
Location - factory, plant, customer
Train - group of machines, e.g. drive
Machine - individual machines, e.g. motor
Measurement location - position of the measurement location, e.g.
drive side horizontal
Measurement task - e.g. vibration acceleration (lowest hierarchy)
2. Before you start a route, check the current basic settings for the
route mode (see page 2-13f.).
3. The measurement results are saved in a folder which is not
displayed in the File Manager.
4. A completed route can be repeated to check individual measure-
ment tasks for instance.
5. With each route, the following additional information can be
loaded from the OMNITREND database into the data collector:
• Alarm and warning values
• Frequency marks
• Reference value and the last measurement value (only for
characteristic overall values)
6. The route is automatically deleted from the data collector after it
has been loaded onto the PC.
7. To delete a route manually, press the MENU key in the route list
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Route
Start Route
• Click on the 'Route' icon in the start screen.
All routes available in the data collector are displayed in the route
list (see below). The right column ('Completed') specifies the
number of measured locations / total measurement locations for
each route.
The lower info field shows for the selected route the date and time
when if it was loaded into the data collector and when it was
measured last.
• Click on the route you wish to measure.

Depending on the display type (‘Active Hierarchy/ Mode’, page 2-
13) selected for the route, the complete tree structure of the route
is opened and displayed up to the measurement location level, or
only partly displayed up to the train or machine level.
• If the tree view is opened up to the measurement location level,

click on the measurement location you wish to measure.
Otherwise, click on the the train/ machine to open the branch (see
right). If the 'Graphic Route' option is activated (page 2-14), you
can select the measurement location using the machine graphic
(see right).
If the branch cannot be opened up to the measurement location
level, press the MENU key and select 'Expand' -> 'Measurement
points' (see below).
For navigation within the tree view

Open branch: Move the joystick to the right or click
Close branch: Move the joystick to the left or click.
Route list
Tree view - Route

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Route
• Select the measurement task (see below).

Connect the sensor specified in the info field.
• Click to start the measurement.

The results are automatically saved if the 'AutoSave' option is
activated in the route setup.
If several measurement tasks are measured with the same sensor,
VIBXPERT automatically carries these out one after the other.
• Select the next measurement task and start the measurement.

If all measurement tasks at a measurement location are complete,
the next measurement location in the tree view/machine graphic
is highlighted. The route can be continued at any other location.
If all measurement tasks have been completed, the message 'Route
is finished!' appears.
Route status
The processing status for each route element is displayed in the right
column of the tree view (see below):
(empty): Partly/ not processed
: Completely processed
: Skipped
: Partly processed and skipped
If a machine is not in operation during a route, the corresponding
route elements (train, machine, measurement location, measurement
task) can be skipped. The route still counts as completely processed.
The following symbols are also possible for measurement tasks:
>> : Adaptive measurement
<< : Diagnosis measurement
R : Reference measurement
Measurement tasks
Route status
measured
skipped
Adaptive measurement
Diagnosis measurement
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Route - MENU
MENU functions
Tree View
• Press the MENU key (see below) in the tree view:
SKIP
Skip the highlighted route element. All subordinate elements are U
MEN
also omitted (see page 4-4, ‘Status’).
INFO
The following information is displayed for the highlighted element
(see below):
- Path in the OMNITREND database
- Hierarchy type (e.g. train)
- ID (identification number in the database)
- Task statistics (measured, skipped, not measured)
EXPAND / (HIERARCHY)
If the hierarchies are not all displayed in the tree view, they can be
displayed with this function.
FIND
Search function; The route can be searched according to name or
ID number of an element (see page 3-27, ‘Text Editor’).
POOL / ROUTE
Display VIBCODE pool / switchover to route mode.
MULTIMODE
Change to ‘Multimode’ mode to perform measurements which are
not programmed in the route (see Chapter 3). After the measure-
ment, press the ESC key to return to the tree view of the route.
DEVICE SETUP - ROUTE:
Change the basic settings for route mode. The changes then also
apply for all other subsequent route measurements (see page 2-13,
‘Basic settings’).
MENU functions (tree view)
Hierarchy info
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Route - MENU
Measurement task selection

• Press the MENU key in the measurement task selection screen (see
below):
SKIP/ UNSKIP
A measurement task can be skipped if it cannot be measured. The
status of the task can be undone at any time.
SHOW ADAPTIVE TASK
Adaptive measurement tasks contain additional measurement
tasks which are automatically carried out for diagnosis if a
threshold value is exceeded. This function shows these additional
diagnosis measurements.
TASK MANAGER
To check the measurement settings before the measurement, call
up the Task Manager here. The settings cannot be changed.
DISPLAY RESULT
The results of a task that has already been carried out can be
displayed.
Results screen
The result is automatically saved if the option ‘AutoSave’ (page 2-14)
is activated. The next measurement then starts (same sensor!) or the
measurement task selection screen appears.
The results screen remains on if ...
... a menu function is activated within the selected ‘AutoSave’ waiting
time,
... ‘AutoSave’ is deactivated (=’Never’),
... a saved measurement is displayed (‘Display result’, see below)
MENU functions
in the task selection screen
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Route - Result
• Press the MENU key in the results screen:
REMEASURE
Repeat measurement; only for saved measurement.
SAVE
The measurement result must be saved manually if the ‘AutoSave’
option is deactivated (=’Never’).
EVENT/ COMMENT
See ‘Multimode’, page 3-4.
Click on (...) to display additional menu functions.
SKIP
Select this function if the result does not need to be saved, but the
task should still be counted as processed.
CURSOR / MAX 10 / ALARMS / FREQUENCY MARKER
For the evaluation of signals (see ‘Multimode’, page 3-14f.).
Alarms and frequency markers are loaded with the route into the
data collector.
Display Setup
For changing the display settings (see page 3-7f.).
Task Manager
For checking the measurement settings
RPM Edit
For entering the machine RPM (see page 3-19)
Save
(part of the menu displayed)
Further menu functions

(Click on ‘...’ to expand the menu)
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Route - VIBCODE
VIBCODE measurement
Measurements taken using the VIBCODE system (page 5-1) 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 re-
cognized 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
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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 data collector together
with the corresponding route.
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Route - VIBCODE
Unknown VIBCODE locations

If the VIBCODE location is not recognized as belonging to either the
route or the pool, the route is interrupted. The required measurement
task can be performed in the ‘Multimode’ operating mode (see
chapter 3).
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: 70°C / 158°F
(or, for up to 5 minutes: 80°C / 176°F)
¤
¤
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Route - VIBCODE
Measuring VIBCODE Route/ Pool

• Click on ‘Route’ in the start screen.
• Open the route in the route list that contains the VIBCODE
measurement locations.
• Connect the VIBCODE transducer to a VIBCODE measurement
location:
VIBCODE in Route VIBXPERT reads the coding of the measurement location and checks
if this is created in the route. If VIBXPERT finds a measurement task,
measurement starts automatically. If all measurement tasks at the
measurement location are complete, plug the VIBCODE transducer
into the next VIBCODE measurement location and continue measure-
ment of the route.
VIBCODE in Pool If VIBXPERT finds the measurement location in the VIBCODE pool,
the measurement task scheduled first starts automatically. All other
measurements must be triggered manually via the measurement task
selection.
To return to route mode from pool mode, press the MENU button and
click on ‘Route’.
Unknown VIBCODE If the VIBCODE measurement location is not contained in either the
route or in the pool, change to the ‘Multimode’ mode to perform the
required measurement. To do so, click on 'Multimode' in the message
window or press the MENU button and click on ‘Multimode’. Under
certain circumstances it may be necessary to change the transducer
in the task manager to ‘VIBCODE’ beforehand. After saving the
measurement result, repeatedly press the ESC button to return to the
route mode.
Unknown VIBCODE location
VIBCODE Pool
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Appendix - VIBCODE
Chapter 5: Appendix
This chapter contains a brief description of the VIBCODE vibration

transducer and the trigger sensor as well as technical notes regarding
the use and care of the measurement instrument.
VIBCODE
The VIBCODE measurement system ensures total trending reliabity
by automatically identifying the measurement location.
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.
VIBCODE transducer
Sensors for
®
code ring
D E
CO
VIB
Sensor for
vibration signals
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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.
VIBCODE measurement location =

stud + code ring + protective cap
Code ring
Protective cap
VIBCODE stud
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Appendix - VIBCODE
Technical notes on working with the VIBCODE transducer
Connect VIBCODE to the measurement instrument

Connect the VIBCODE transducer to one of the two measurement
channels (A or B) with the cable for the LineDrive transducer (VIB
5.436 or VIB 5.437-X). Note the setting of the measurement channel
in the respective measurement task.
Mount VIBCODE on the VIBCODE measurement location

Lock the VIBCODE transducer onto the VIBCODE stud by pressing it
into the stud in an upright position from above and rotate it
clockwise. When the transducer is locked in position, release it and
do not pull on the cable. To detach the transducer, rotate it
counterclockwise again.
Unplug VIBCODE after use!

Only leave the VIBCODE transducer attached to the VIBCODE
measurement location for as long as necessary as, otherwise, the
spring tension of the sensor will be too heavily stressed. To avoid
soiling, always replace the respective protective cap on the transduc-
er and on the measurement stud.
Temperature of the VIBCODE stud

Before mounting the VIBCODE transducer on the measurement
location, measure the temperature of the stud with a temperature
probe. VIBCODE studs may not exceed a maximum temperature of
70°C during measurement (if the measurement takes no longer than
five minutes, the temperature may reach a maximum of 80°C).
Mounting VIBCODE on the

measurement location
¤
¤
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Appendix - VIBCODE
Safety
• Do not remove the VIBCODE transducer from the VIBCODE
measurement location during measurement.
• Do not unplug the VIBCODE transducer from the measuring
instrument when the VIBCODE code is being read.
• Never measure with the VIBCODE transducer mounted directly on
a machine, but always lock the VIBCODE transducer onto a
VIBCODE measurement location mounted on the machine!
Cleaning instructions
• Slight soiling on the transducer can be washed off using soap
solution or isopropyl and a cotton cloth.
• To prevent damage to the delicate components in the head of
the sensor, use a paintbrush for cleaning them.
• If you use compressed air for cleaning, only use a weak jet of
air.
Sensor head
Never use solvent for cleaning!

Do not scratch off any soiling using
screwdriver blades or other hard
objects !
Attention !
Make sure no oil or grease gets on
¨
VIBCODE
the VIBCODE measuring stud or

sensor head!
To prevent soiling of the sensor
head, replace the dust caps
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- on the VIBCODE measuring stud

and
- on the VIBCODE transducer after
concluding the measurement.
5-5
Appendix - Trigger sensor
Optical trigger sensor

These trigger sensor emits an electric pulse whenever a reflective
tape (VIB 3.306) on the rotor passes by and reflects the infrared light
(IR) from the IR-LED. VIBXPERT then uses the resulting sequence of
pulses to calculate RPM. The red LED is used to aim at the reflective
tape on the rotor.
For best results, the distance between the sensor and the rotor mark
should be 2 cm to 50 cm / 1" to 20". The sensor should be held such
that the mark passes perpendicularly to the arrow marking on the
trigger housing.
When performing balancing measurements the sensor is mounted
most easily with the VIB 4.330 trigger bracket on the machine.
If the surface is very shiny, do NOT mount the trigger sensor

vertically to the surface. Mount it at an angle of approximately 15°
to the perpendicular.
F
Note
Accelerometer on
magnetic holder
IR sensor
red LED IR LED
Trigger bracket
(VIB 4.330)
ESC F
Reflective tape HE
LP MEN
U
(VIB 3.306)
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Appendix - Technical notes
Technical notes
VIBXPERT is a precision instrument and should be treated as such.
Storage
Use the VIBXPERT carrying pouch (VIB 5.354) for transporting
VIBXPERT and for making on-site measurements. If VIBXPERT is not
used for lengthy periods, stow the measurement instrument in the
pouch and connect it regularly to the mains to avoid the battery from
completely discharging.
Make sure that
- the storage location is dry
- the measurement device is not stored near electronic equipment
which can generate strong electromagnetic fields.
- the measurement instrument is not exposed to temperatures
above 70°C or under -20°C.
- the humidity is not more than 90%.
Cleaning
If lightly soiled, the carrying case and the housing can be wiped with
a damp cloth. In cases of more stubborn soiling, use a household
cleaner.
The display is protected against damage by a scratch-free transparent
film. Use a soft dry cloth to clean the film. If necessary, the protective
film can be ordered from your PRÜFTECHNIK representative.
Never use solvents or other strong cleaning agents

Attention!
Maintenance & Calibration

Various factors such as aging or temperature can cause an offset in
the analog electronics. This offset should be compensated every two
months. Details are given on page 2-17.
To guarantee the high measurement accuracy of the device, VIB-
XPERT requires calibration every two years. The calibration date is
indicated on the colored sticker on the rear of the measurement
instrument. A couple of months before the next calibration a warning
will appear on the display when the instrument is switched on. Send
the device to your PRÜFTECHNIK representative for calibration.
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5-7
Guarantee
The measurement device has a guarantee period of 1 year. Any
guarantee claims expire if service work is carried out by non-
authorized personnel.
Spare parts, accessories

Only original spare parts and accessories may be used. Information
on these parts is given in the VIBXPERT product catalog (VIB 9.661-
5). The current edition can be downloaded from the PRÜFTECHNIK
hompage (www.pruftechnik.com).
Disposal
Dispose of the battery at the end of its lifetime according to the
applicable environmental regulations.
The battery should be handed in at the local communal disposal
facility in a discharged condition. The battery is discharged when the
charging display is completely white and the message 'Battery empty'
appears on the display.
For safety, cover the metal contacts of the battery with sticky tape.
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5-8
Technical data
Input Channels
2 analog inputs for Voltage Supply
- Voltage (AC/DC, ±30 V max.) Battery
- Current (AC/DC, ±30 mA max.) Replaceable lithium ion battery pack (7,2V / 4,6Ah).
- ICP® signal (2 mA, 24 V max.) Charging in the device
- LineDrive accelerometer (10 V, 10 mA max.) Charger
- PT100 (four wire & two wire) Input: 110 V - 230 V / 50 Hz to 60 Hz.
- Thermocouple (type K) Smart charging
- Strain gauge (Full- & Half-bridge, 5mA excitat.) Charging time < 5 hrs.
1+1 pulse/tachometer (RPM, Trigger, Key phaser) Mechanical properties
Accepts pulse & AC signals : 0V ... +30V or -30V ... 0V Connectors
Analog channels: MiniSnap jack
Output Channels (compatible to VIBSCANNER)
Stroboscope control Digital channel 1: MiniSnap jack (RS 232)
Connection for stroboscope - TTL output (compatible to VIBSCANNER with add. trigger input)
Signal-Out Digital channel 2: MiniSnap (Ethernet-10Mbit, USB)
Connection for headphones to listen to the analog input Thermocouple channel: QLA
signal; Signal processing (compatible to VIBSCANNER - Type K thermocouple).
Keyboard
Input parameters Elastomere
Analog channels Housing
Frequency range: 0,5 Hz to 40 kHz ABS
Dynamic range: 96 dB Dimensions
Sampling frequency: up to 131 kHz per channel 180 x 160 x 50 mm (LxWxH)
Universal Impulse/ Tachometer Channels Weight
Max. signal: ± 30 V 1,2 kg
Switching threshold: 1,5 V for 0V ... +30V signals
- 8,7V for -30V ... 0V signals Environmental
Min. puls length: 0,1 ms. IP rating
IP65, dust and splash-proofed
Output parameters Temperature range
Stroboscop control -20°C to +70°C (storage)
Frequency range: 0 - 500 Hz -10°C to +60°C (operating)
Resolution: 0,05 Hz
Signal-Out
Frequency range: 0,5 Hz - 40 kHz
Output impedance: 100 Ohm
Computer
Processor
Intel Strong ARM 206 Mhz
Keyboard
Joystick & 6 keys
(Zoom, Escape, Function, Help, Menu, On/Off ).
Display
LCD, 16 greyscales, 480x320 pixel (1/2 VGA),
pixel area 115x78 mm, backlit
Replaceable Compact Flash Cards
Sizes 64 MB, 128 MB, 256 MB
Internal RAM
64 MB
RS232 Interface
up to 115 kBaud
USB Interface
USB host for printing.
USB slave for data exchange with OMNITREND.
Ethernet Interface
10 Mbit (10Base T)
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Firmware features in the 1-channel version Additional functions in the 2-channel ver.
Measurement Modes Measurement Modes
Multimode Multimode
Overall values Overall values
Vibration (Acceleration, Velocity, Displacement) 2-channel measurements
Current, Voltage (AC / DC) Signals
Shock pulse (bearing condition) 2-channel measurements with trigger, i.e. Orbit
Temperature (order filter and raw signal)
Rotational speed Order spectrum for amplitude and envelope
Signals Cepstrum and order cepstrum
Amplitude spectrum for Cross channel phase meas. and negative averaging
acceleration, velocity, displacement, current, volt.
Envelope spectrum for
acceleration, velocity, shock pulse, current, volt.
Time waveform for
acceleration, velocity, displacement, current, volt.
Phase measurement (polar diagram)
Coast down analysis for 1st order (tracking);
display as Bode or Nyquist diagram
Route
Set of measurement tasks for machine condition moni-
toring and diagnosis
Route guidance via tree view or machine graphics
Optimizer levels
Recording (optional)
Overall values & spectra
Intervals
Trigger
Pre- and post history
Balancing (optional)
Dynamic 1 or 2 plane balancing under working condi-
tions
Analysis functions
Cursor
Main, Delta, Harmonics, Subharmonics, Sidebands
Frequency marker
Fixed and RPM-variable characteristic frequencies for
machines, roller bearings and gearboxes can be dis-
played in 'Multimode' and 'Route' mode
Band alarms
Narrow band monitoring of damage frequencies (route
mode)
Max 10
10 highest amplitudes in the spectrum
Display
linear or logarithmic scaling
Measurement functions
Multi Measurement Tasks
Combination of several measurements and modes in
one task.
Frequency Range
0,5Hz to 40 kHz
Averaging
none (time waveform only),
linear (not for time waveform),
peak hold (not for time waveform and temperature),
exponential (not for time waveform & temperature),
time-synchronous (balancing only)
Trigger Modes
Free running, external, internal
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Amplitude, Edge, Pre and post triggered.

FFT
Fmin: between 0Hz and max. frequency programmable
Fmax: between 1Hz and 40 kHz programmable
Lines: 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400, 12800,
25600, 51200, 102400
Window: Rectangular, Hanning, Flattop
5-10
Index
Index
Symbols F
+/- key 2-2 F key 2-2
Factory Defaults 2-17
A File Manager 3-28
accessories 5-7 Find 3-29
Active Hierarchy 2-13 Find (route) 4-5
Adaptive Task 4-6 Frequency marker 3-19
Append 3-6 Frequency, upper/lower 3-10
AutoSave 2-14
G
Average overlap 3-10
Averaging type 3-10 Getting started 2-1
Axes 3-7 Graphical Route 2-14
Guarantee 5-7
B
H
Bandalarms 3-18
Basic settings 2-12 Hand strap 2-9
battery 2-5 HELP key 2-2
battery symbol 2-5
Bearing condition 3-25 I
Belt 2-9 Interfaces 2-1, 2-10
brightness 2-8 IP address 2-11, 2-19
C K
Calibration 5-6 Key controls 2-16
Carrying pouch 2-9 Keyboard 2-2
charger 2-5 Keyboard illumination 2-1
Cleaning
VIBCODE 5-4 L
VIBXPERT 5-6 Language 2-15
Comment 3-4 LED status display 2-2
Communication 2-11 Light sensor 2-2
contrast 2-8 Linear from / to 3-12
Cursor 3-7, 3-17, 3-20 lines 3-11
D M
Date 2-12 Maintenance 5-6
Date format 2-12 Max 10 3-18
Daylight saving 2-12 Meas. quantitiy 3-12
Delete, file 3-29 Measurement 3-3
delete, task 3-9 measurement channel, change 3-5
delivery packages 1-9 Measurement task 3-2
Device Info 2-17 measurement task
Device Setup 2-12 change 3-5
Display 2-8 manager 3-8
Display Setup 3-7 new 3-8
Disposal 5-7 Measurement time 3-10, 3-11
E Measurement type 3-2, 3-10
Memory card 2-7
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ESC key 2-2 MENU key 2-2

Ethernet 2-11, 2-18 Multimode 3-1
Evaluation 3-14
Event 3-4
5-11
Index
N
Nameplates 1-12 Storage 5-6
Normalization, dBi, dBa 3-25 Switching on 2-3
Number of lines 3-11 Symbols 1-10
O T
Offset 3-12 Text editor 3-27
Offset Compensation 2-17 Time 2-12
On/Off key 2-2 Time format 2-12
Optical trigger sensor 5-5 Time signal 3-16
Orbit 3-23 Time zone 2-12
Order 3-10 Transducers 2-15
Order scaling 3-7 trend 3-6
overall value 3-14 Trigger 3-10, 5-5
P U
Pool 4-5, 4-8 Unknown VIBCODE locations 4-9
Pulse per rev. 3-10 Unskip 4-6
Update 2-21
R USB 2-11, 2-18
Rechargeable battery 2-5
V
Registration 2-16
Resonance frequency 3-12 VIBCODE 4-8, 4-10, 5-1
results 3-14 Cleaning 5-4
Route 4-1, 4-2 measurement stud 5-2
Route Expert 4-2 Pool 4-8, 4-10
Route Optimizer 2-14 Route 4-8, 4-10
Route setup 2-13 Technical notes 5-3
Route status 4-4 transducer 5-1
RPM entry 3-19 unknown 4-10
RS 232 2-18 VIBXPERT
delivery packages 1-9
S Technical notes 5-6
Safety 1-10
W
Save file 3-28
Scaling 3-16 Window 3-11
Search 3-29
Sensitivity 3-12 Z
sensor, changing 3-5 Zoom 3-7, 3-15, 3-16
serial 2-18
Settling time 3-12
setup
new 3-9
Shock pulse 3-25
Signal type 3-12
Skalierung 3-16
Skip 4-5, 4-6
Spare parts 5-7
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Spectrum 3-18
Start Route 4-3
Status display - LED 2-2
Status, Route 4-4
Productive
maintenance
technology
PRÜFTECHNIK
Condition Monitoring
P.O. box 12 63
D-85730 Ismaning
www.pruftechnik.com
Tel. (089) 99 61 6-0
Fax (089) 99 61 6-300
eMail: info@pruftechnik.com
Printed in Germany VIB 9.805.08.04.0D
VIBXPERT®, VIBCODE®, OMNITREND® are registered trademarks of
PRÜFTECHNIK AG. Contents subject ot change without further
notice, particularly in the interest of further technical developement.
Reproduction, in any form whatever, only upon express written
consent of PRÜFTECHNIK AG.
© Copyright 2004 by PRÜFTECHNIK AG

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Fax: (089) 99616-300

© 2004 PRÜFTECHNIK Condition Monitoring; all rights reserved

• High measurement accuracy and high-speed data collection

VIBXPERT from PRÜFTECHNIK once again demonstrates the compa-

Ismaning- Germany, August 2004

About this manual

Chapter 1: Introduction .............................................. 1-8

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

Chapter 3: Measurement in Multimode ................... 3-1

Characteristic value ..................................................................... 3-14

Special features of individual measurement types ............ 3-21

Chapter 4: Measurement of a route.......................... 4-1

Chapter 5: Appendix .................................................. 5-1

VIB 5.364-1 'Trending' package for 1-channel device

VIB 5.366-1 Paket 'VIBCODE', 1-Kanal-Gerät

VIB 5.36x-2 Delivery packages for 2-channel device

VIB 6.142 Mobile accelerometer, electrically insulated, M5 flat

VIBXPERT delivery packages

'Diagnosis', 1-channel device VIB 5.360-1 'Trending' VIB 5.364-1

Includes all 'Diagnosis' package

'VIBCODE' VIB 5.366-1

Illustrations not to scale

Delivery packages for 2-channel device VIB 5.36x-2

Delivery packages for 2-channel device additionally include:

VIB 6.142 VIB 8.736 VIB 5.436

Safety and operating notes

Safety and operating notes

This symbol warns of operating errors that can

Any other application constitutes improper use and is prohibited.

w During measurement on machines with rotating parts exposed,

w Portable radio-based devices can interfere with proper func-

w Keep the protective caps on the connector sockets when they

Safety and operating notes

Nameplate for the VIBXPERT

Nameplate for the rechargeable

Chapter 2: Getting started

VIBXPERT FFT data collector VIB 5.300

Getting started - Operation

Light sensor Joystick:

* When the battery is charging the

LED RED YELLOW GREEN BLUE

Constant Alarm Warning Pre-warning Meas. OK

Flashing Over-/ Unstable --- Batt. almost

Navigation & editing

Getting started - Operation

Rechargeable battery - VIB 5.325

Line up the charging cable with the

When the battery compartment is open, the metal contacts on the

The residual charge of the battery is displayed above the battery

Battery half empty

If the battery is almost empty, a message appears on the display and

Getting started - Battery

• Do not use damaged batteries!

• Switch off VIBXPERT.

Getting started - Display

• To accept the settings, press MENU and click on 'OK'.

Device Setup - Display

Setting for brightness/ contrast

Carrying pouch - VIB 5.354

the velcro fastening on the underside.

Getting started - Interfaces