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Reference Manual

FAST Bal I/II

Quick Start Reference

CSI Part # 97048PB Rev. 4

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Copyright

1999 by Computational Systems, Incorporated. All rights reserved.

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Contents
Chapter 1 FAST Bal I/II Quick Start Reference
Introduction 1-1 Overview of First Balance Job 1-1 Recommended Equipment For A Balance Job 1-2 FAST Bal Installation 1-2 Requirements for Installing 1-3 DOS Download Procedure 1-4 Windows Download Procedure 1-7 Communication With UltraMgr 1-10 Define the Default Balance Sensor 1-14 Recommended Setup For the Balance Job 1-15 Using FAST Bal I or FAST Bal II 1-16 Notepad 1-34 Options 1-35 Feature Comparison Of Products 1-37

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Chapter

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Introduction
Welcome to a new generation of downloadable balancing products for the CSI 2115/2117/2120 Analyzers. FAST Bal's features are designed to help you achieve better and more consistent results in less time. The data storage capabilities provide practical machine/job tracking and reporting, while at the same time enabling you to do one run re-balancing of machinery. CSI recommends thoroughly reviewing the FAST Bal User's Manual before using FAST Bal. However, for those experienced with balancing who must get started right out of the box, this document will provide a quick overview.

Overview of First Balance Job

1. Gather needed equipment 2. Load balance program into 2115/2117/2120 Analyzer 3. Select a balance mode 4. Dene a default balance sensor 5 Perform balance job: a.Dene balance b.Take as is data as reference run c.Place trial weight in weight plane 1 and take data as trial run 1 d.Repeat step c for each additional weight plane e.Install correction weights f.Check results g.Install trim correction if needed and repeat as required

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Recommended Equipment For A Balance Job

As a minimum, the following equipment is required for the balancing procedure: Analyzer with FAST Bal I/II TACH Reference Pick-up such as a phototach, magnetic pick-up, or strobe Vibration sensor with cable and adapter to the analyzer Method for measuring (or calculating) angular position on the rotor, Method for weighing (or calculating) balance weights. For the best and most consistent results, CSI recommends using a separate sensor for each measurement point (sensor position), a MUX to select between the installed sensors, and either a phototach or magnetic pick-up. Therefore, for most jobs the recommended equipment list is: Analyzer with Fast Bal I/II TACH Reference Pick-up Four vibration sensors with cabling Model 642 4-Channel MUX for 2115/2117 or Model 648 4-Channel mux for 2120 Balancing Compass and measuring tape Scales for weighing balance weights.

FAST Bal Installation

Before attempting to install FAST Bal I or II into your Analyzer, the following conditions must be met: The version number of FAST Bal I/II must match the version number of the rmware loaded into the Analyzer, and The FAST Bal I/II serial number must match the serial number of the Analyzer. If either requirement is not met, please contact CSI Customer Support for assistance.

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Requirements for Installing

The FAST Bal program is loaded into the Model 2115/2117/2120 using a host computer with a standard RS232 communications port and a CSI communications cable. Installation does not require extensive computer training or skills, but a working knowledge of MD-DOS operating systems or Microsoft Windows software and the CSI analyzer is recommended. Prior to installation, read this chapter carefully in order to become familiar with the various steps. You should also verify that the following items are present prior to starting. Model 2115 with rmware version 6.02 or higher, Model 2115-1 with rmware version 6.10 or higher, Model 2117 with rmware version 6.12 or higher or, Model 2120 64K of available RAM for the Analyzer (at least three available downloadable slots, and at least 20% of memory available) CSI communications cable (Model 639) FAST Bal Installation diskette. Use the following detailed procedures to download the FAST Bal program into the Analyzer from either a DOS- or Windows-based computer.

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DOS Download Procedure

To install FAST Bal, perform the following nine steps in order: 1. Connect the male end of the Model 639 cable to the serial port on the analyzer and the female end to the COM port on the computer. If the host computer uses a 25-pin COM port, you must use an optional 9to-25 pin adapter between the computer and the Model 639 communications cable.
Caution!

Do not connect the 9-to-25 pin adapter cable directly into the Model 2115/2117/2120. 2. Turn the analyzer on. 3. Insert the FAST Bal Installation diskette into drive A: (or B:) of the computer and type: A: (or B:) and press the Enter key. 4. Then type: Download and press the Enter key.

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5. On the analyzer keypad, press the Utility key (the Utility menu will be displayed). Select: (1) Communications 6. From the Communications menu (on the Analyzer), use the Up or Down arrow keys to select: (4) Congure Port and then press the Enter key. Verify that the baud rate and stop bits match those on the computer download program by pressing the F6 key on the host computer keyboard. Compare the setup from the two displays; if they do not match, change the conguration options as needed. Change the port number setting to match the COM port the communications cable was connected to in Step 1. Change the Analyzer Type setting to the appropriate analyzer, if necessary. (Pressing the analyzers Enter key returns you to the Communications menu. Pressing F1 on the computer returns it to the communications screen).

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The date and time setting on the Analyzer and the host computer must be within three hours of each other or an error message will be displayed. Refer to the appropriate machinery analyzer users manual for details on how to change the date/time on the analyzer. 7. Return to the Communications menu of the Analyzer. Use the Up/ Down arrow keys to select (6) Load Downld Prog, then press Enter. The Select Program for Load menu will be displayed. 8. Select Balance-Main (FAST Bal I or FAST Bal II on 2120) and press Enter. The message Downloadable Program Load in Progress will be displayed during the loading process. After loading is complete, the Communications menu will be displayed.
Caution!

Do not interrupt the downloading process. Also, if you do not have enough memory or downloadable slots, FAST Bal will not load successfully. 9. Exit the Download program by pressing the F10 key. Then, remove the installation disk from drive A: (or B:) and store it in a secure, protected place.

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Windows Download Procedure

1. Connect the analyzer to the COM1, COM2, COM3, or COM4 port of the computer using the supplied communications cable. 2. On the computer, place the oppy disk containing the rmware into drive A (or B). 3. From Windows, select the Start button and then choose Run. Type A:\LOADFW.EXE (or B:\... if B is the drive). Then, select the Ok button. Depending on whether this application has previously run, either the Main Menu or Conguration screen will be displayed. Note: The screens may be congured differently than what is shown.

Figure 3. Windows Downloader Conguration Screen

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Figure 4. Windows Downloader Main Menu

4. If the Main Menu is displayed, select the Cong button to display the Conguration screen. Otherwise, the Conguration screen is already displayed. 5. On the Analyzer keypad, press the Utility key. The Utility menu will be displayed. Select: (1) Communications 6. From the Communications menu (on the Analyzer), use the Up or Down arrow keys to select: (4) Congure Port 7. Press the Enter key. Verify that the baud rate and stop bits match those on the computer download program. Compare the setup from the two displays. If they do not match, change the conguration options as needed. Change the COM port setting to match the COM port the communications cable was connected to in Step 1. If necessary, change the Analyzer Type setting to the appropriate analyzer. (Pressing the analyzers Enter key returns you to the Communications menu. Clicking the OK button on the computer returns it to the communications screen.)

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The date and time setting on the analyzer and the host computer must be within three hours of each other or an error message will be displayed. Refer to the machinery analyzer users manual for details on how to check and change the date and time on the analyzer. 8. Return to the Communications menu of the analyzer. Use the Up/ Down arrow keys to select (6) Load Downld Prog, then press Enter. The Select Program for Load menu will be displayed. 9. Select Balance-Main (FAST Bal I or FAST Bal II on 2120) and press Enter. The message Downloadable Program Load in Progress will be displayed during the loading process. After loading is complete, the Communications menu will be displayed.
Caution!

Do not interrupt the downloading process. Also, if you do not have enough memory or downloadable slots, FAST Bal will not load successfully. 10. Exit the download program by clicking the Exit button. Then, remove the installation disk from drive A: (or B:) and store it in a secure, protected place.
Catalog

Displays information (i.e., program name, version number, task le and name, and serial number) about the Analyzer disk placed in the drive.

Figure 5. Windows Catalog information

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Communication With UltraMgr

Once UltraMgr has been installed on the host computer, by completing the steps in one of the following procedures, depending on whether UltraMgr is MasterTrend compatible or RBMware compatible, FAST Bal I/II can store data to or retrieve data from a database:
MasterTrend/UltraMgr Communications Procedure

1. Attach the communications cable between the computer and the analyzer. 2. Start the UltraMgr Program on the computer and select Balance Functions. 3a. At the computer, select Communications (F4), then select Comm Setup (F7). 3b. At the analyzer, rst select Utility. Next, select Communications. Then, select Congure Port. 3c. Verify that the communications set-up for both the computer and analyzer are the same. Then, click the OK button on the computer screen and press the Enter key on the analyzer to accept any changes. 4. At the Analyzer (with FAST Bal I/II active): a.Store the Current Job: i.Select Options from the Main Balance Menu, ii.Select 1) Store Job from the Options Menu. b.Select 6) Load/Dump Data from the Options Menu. 5. At the computer, select: a.Upload Jobs to Database to transfer jobs from the analyzer to the UltraMgr database, or, b.Download Jobs to Analyzer to transfer jobs from UltraMgr to the analyzer. Refer to the MasterTrend/UltraMgr User's Manual for additional information.

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RBMware/UltraMgr Communications Procedure

1. Attach the communications cable between the computer and the analyzer. 2. First, start the RBMware Program on the computer. Next, select the Corrective Jobs button. Then, select the Setup/Communications tab. Now, select Corrective Data Transfer. 3a. At the computer, select Comm Setup (F7). 3b. At the analyzer, rst select Utility. Next, select Communications. Then, select Congure Port. 3c. Verify the communications set-up for both the computer and the analyzer are the same. Click Ok on the computer screen and press the Enter key on the analyzer to accept any changes. 4. At the Analyzer (with FAST Bal I/II active): a.Store the Current Job: i.Select Options from the Main Balance Menu, ii.Select 1) Store Job from the Options Menu. b.Select 6) Load/Dump Data from the Options Menu. 5. At the computer, select: a.Upload Jobs to Database to transfer jobs from the analyzer to the UltraMgr database, or, b.Download Jobs to Analyzer to transfer jobs from UltraMgr to the analyzer. c.Download a Default Job to transfer default jobs from UltraMgr to the analyzer. Refer to the RBMware/UltraMgr User's Manual for additional information.

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Select the Preferred Balance Mode

Before dening your rst balance job, use the Balance Options menu (shown below) to decide which mode of operation you want to use.

Balance Mode Select option Overview

This option allows you to select either of two balance modes, Basic or Standard. The Standard mode is the recommended mode of operation allowing full utilization of all features offered by FAST Bal I/II. The Basic mode offers a simplied setup but reduced exibility and features. However, for many users, this may satisfy their needs and be the preferred mode of operation. Select (8) Balance Mode Select to bring up the following screen.

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Highlighting Balance Mode and pressing any key allows you to toggle between either of two balance modes: Standard see previous explanation. Basic see previous explanation. When Basic is displayed, you are also asked to specify this information: Reference Loc this is the preferred location on graphic plots for the 0 reference point. Use any key to toggle between Top, Bottom, Left, or Right. The location will be identied with a T on graphic plots (signifying the Tach reference position). This setting is for your convenience only and will not affect the calculated solutions.
Note

A job dened as Basic can be upgraded later to Standard by changing this setting. However, you must then go through the normal Job Denition screens before proceeding. A job dened as Standard cannot be changed to Basic without having to dene a new job. The trade-off for using the simpler Basic mode is the loss of some features available when using the full Job Denition of the Standard mode. Limited to 2 planes, 2 sensors, and 1 speed instead of 4 planes, 8 sensors, and 6 speeds. Automatic checking of data between sensors for structural exibility/ resonance is disabled (FAST Bal II feature only).

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Automatic splitting of weights for discrete weight planes is unavailable. Estimate Trial Weight and calculate Amplication Factor/System Lag is unavailable. (FAST Bal II feature only). Customized Measurement Point labels and identication of sensor position is unavailable.

Dene the Default Balance Sensor

From the Options menu, use the Default Sensor Setup function to dene the standard sensor, vibration units, and MUX setting to be used. The Standard mode allows you to modify these settings any time a new job is dened. The Basic mode, however, uses the settings dened here. Changes to these settings only affect jobs created after the changes are made. For detailed information about these settings, see the FAST Bal Users manual provided with this package.

The AUTO setting is only available with the FAST Bal II package. Set MUX Enabled to ON or AUTO only if using the CSI Model 642 (2115/ 2117) or 648 (2120) 4-channel multiplexer. The AUTO function automatically acquires data for all dened MUX channels after channel one data acquisition is initiated. When using AUTO, if the data does not stabilize enough for the program to automatically accept it, use the Enter key to over-ride.

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Recommended Setup For the Balance Job

Most balancing jobs have either one or two planes (called weight planes) in the rotor where weight corrections are made. The rotor is typically supported by two bearings. In these situations, place two vibration sensors at each bearing with approximately 90 between them. Use horizontal and vertical positions if possible. If you are using the Basic mode, place one sensor at each bearing. With its mounted sensors, each bearing constitutes one measurement plane. If these recommendations are followed, the setup to supply data to the FAST Bal program will be either: 1 Weight Plane with 2 Measurement Planes and 4 Sensors or, 2 Weight Planes with 2 Measurement Planes and 4 Sensors. If you use a phototach, place a piece of reective tape on the shaft or rotor. Then, position the phototach where it responds (the red light on the back of the phototach lights up) as the tape passes the location of the vertical or the horizontal vibration sensor. This is strictly for convenience any position will work if necessary.
Measurement Plane 1 Weight Plane 1 Weight Plane 2 Measurement Plane 2

Motor

Rotor to be Balanced

Vert

Reflective tape Phototach Horz Note: This view shows the recommended sensor configuration with two sensors at each measurement plane.

End View

Example Machine with Two Measurement Planes and Two Weight Planes

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Using FAST Bal I or FAST Bal II

Both programs use the same basic ow and require the same set-up data. The most visible difference is that FAST Bal II uses numerous graphical displays for feedback, whereas FAST Bal I is entirely text based. There are several other features, such as special calculations and data checking which may not be as obvious; check the feature comparison table at the end of this document for a complete list of differences. FAST Bal I/II is designed to lead you through all necessary steps. Just Begin with step 1, Job Denition and let the program lead the way. If additional assistance is needed at any point, press the Help key if using the 2120, the Alt key if using the 2117, or the Keypad key if using the 2115 for a help message related to your current task.

1.Dene The Balance Job FAST Bal I FAST Bal II Begin by dening the balance job; press Enter to select highlighted selection.

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The initial job denition screen primarily allows you to enter descriptive information that is used for labeling reports and for job storage. Use SPEC to specify what vibration level is considered acceptable. Use the Up/Down Arrow keys to move between elds. Press Enter to accept all changes and move to the next screen.

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Job Denition (continued) Basic Balance Mode

Note

This feature is the same for both FAST Bal I and FAST Bal II. After accepting the Job Denition screen, the following screen is displayed.

Explanations of the two options are:

Conguration use any key to toggle between 1 plane 1 sensor, 1 plane 2 sensors, or 2 planes 2 sensors. Rotation Dir use any key to toggle between CW (clockwise) and CCW (counter clockwise). This is the direction of rotation at the end considered by you to be the reference end. Your choice will affect the orientation of graphics plots. The program automatically labels the two sensors as IB (for inboard) and OB (for outboard) bearing. Use of the Horizontal or Vertical position is up to you. The best results will usually be obtained by measurements at both bearings. The balance sensor and MUX denitions are the same as the setup specied for the Default Balance Sensor option (accessed by using the Options key). If a different setup is desired, it must be dened before the new job is created. When using the MUX, the IB sensor is channel 1 and the OB sensor is channel 2. Job denition for the Basic balance mode is now complete!

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Job Denition (continued) Standard Balance Mode FAST Bal I FAST Bal II The next screen provides the information needed to create a data matrix for this job. See Recommended Setup For the Balance Job on page 1-15 for an explanation of the entries for planes and points. At Discrete Weight Positions, answer Yes if any of the weight correction planes have a number of xed positions for weight placement.

The location of all sensors relative to TDC (top dead center) is requested (this information is used to record the setup and for special calculations). Please note that all angles are measured against the direction of rotation. For the machine shown in Example Machine with Two Measurement Planes and Two Weight Planes on page 1-15, the Tach pick-up is 90 from TDC. The DIRection OF ROTATION is used as a default for any graphic displays or graphical print-outs (it does not affect the calculations). DELTA RPM is the RPM value which will be added to and subtracted from the reference balance speed to establish a window for valid data. Enter 0 at Delta RPM to disable this function.

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FAST Bal I FAST Bal II Describe the vibration sensor which will be used for all measurements. If the CSI 642 MUX (or 648) is used, set MUX ENABLED to ON.

Describe the measurement positions which will be used for data acquisition. Measurements at the same bearing should be designated as having the same measurement plane. Enter three characters/numbers to be used as the ID for each measurement location. Enter the angle of each sensor from TDC (see example machine in Example Machine with Two Measurement Planes and Two Weight Planes on page 1-15). When used with the Model 642/648 MUX, the channel number controls the MUX.

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Use the graphics with FAST Bal II to verify the accuracy of the set-up information. Compare these screens to the machine in Example Machine with Two Measurement Planes and Two Weight Planes on page 1-15.

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FAST Bal I FAST Bal II When discrete weight planes are specied at the second job denition screen, the following additional screens will be displayed. Enter the number of available weight positions and the angle of position 1 from the tach reference (reective tape, keyway, etc.). Be sure to tell FAST Bal which direction the positions are numbered relative to rotation.

If one of the available weight planes is continuous (weight may be placed at any angle or at irregularly located positions), then enter 1 for Weight Positions. All other entries for this plane can be ignored.

Note

The remaining screens are similar for both the Standard and Basic balance modes except where features are not supported under Basic mode.

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2. Make Measurements FAST Bal I FAST Bal II When the job denition has been completed, the program returns to the Balance Functions menu. Job Denition is marked as complete ([X]) and the next logical step is highlighted. Simply press Enter to proceed.

A list of the data runs required for this job is shown. Choose the Reference Run to acquire data as is, before any changes are made.

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You are shown a list of the measurement points (MPT's) which were dened. Highlight any point and press Enter to begin data acquisition (ensure that the correct sensor is connected before pressing Enter). If you are using a 642/648 MUX, before beginning, connect all cables and the software will select the assigned channel.

Note

FAST Bal I shows instantaneous information on the left side of the screen and averaged data on the right. FAST BAL II displays the instantaneous RPM, average magnitude, and phase as text.

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FAST Bal I FAST Bal II Data acquisition screens for both programs are shown below. Allow the data to stabilize before pressing Enter to accept a measurement. This means getting to the point where there is less than 5 variation in the average phase and less than 10% variation in the average amplitude. FAST Bal I shows instantaneous information on the left side of the screen and averaged data on the right. Fast Bal II displays the instantaneous RPM, average magnitude, and phase as text. The graphical display for FAST Bal II shows the instantaneous vector as a line with a box at the end. The line drawn to each side of the instantaneous vector shows the minimum and maximum vector plotted. The small cross-hair on the plot represents the average phase and amplitude vector.

You are returned to the Select Measurement screen after each measurement is completed until data has been acquired for all points. At that time, PROCEED TO NEXT STEP is highlighted. To repeat a measurement, use the Up/Down arrows to highlight the point of interest. Otherwise, press Enter to proceed.

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FAST Bal I FAST Bal II FAST Bal continues to lead you through the balance procedure. Next, a test weight (trial weight) must be added (or removed) at one weight plane and new measurements acquired.

Before acquiring data, you must tell the program how much and where weight was added. Up to two weights can be specied in one plane. Please note that P1(D) stands for plane 1, discrete weight plane. Locations for discrete weight plane weights are preceded by @ and are given as a position number. The units of weight (ounces, grams, etc.) must be consistent throughout the procedure. Discrete weight plane are not supported in Basic mode. See next page for comments about the continuous weight plane.

Measurements are acquired using the same process as for the reference run.

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FAST Bal I FAST Bal II Complete all remaining trial runs using the same procedure.

A new weight must be added in a new weight plane for the next trial run. Either remove the previous weight or be sure it is also listed for this trial run. The P2(C) indicates that weight plane 2 was dened as continuous. Therefore, all positions are entered as angles (in degrees as measured against rotation from the leading edge of the reference mark).

All measurements are completed as before.

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3.Calculate And Install Correction Weights FAST Bal II FAST Bal I When all measurements are complete, the Balance Functions menu is displayed with the next step, Correction Weights, highlighted. This selection will calculate the balance solution after the Reference and Trial Runs have been completed.

Just as when entering the trial weights, the solution for the discrete weight plane, P1(D), is shown as a position number. The solution for the continuous weight plane, P2(C), is shown as an angle in degrees. Notice the discrete weight solution is split between the available positions. Remember, the Basic mode always uses continuous weight planes.

Pressing the Page key (2115/2117) or the Page Up key (2120) will toggle between a solution adding or removing weight. Use the Up/Down arrow key to toggle between a solution with trial weights (TW) removed or the last trial weights left in place.

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4. Check Result / Trim Run FAST Bal I FAST Bal II After the correction has been made, you should acquire data from the new condition to check the results. If the vibration has not been reduced sufciently, then a trim calculation can be made to improve the balance further.

Enter the correction weights which were actually applied. Many times this will differ somewhat from the calculated solution due to various constraints.

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FAST Bal I FAST Bal II FAST Bal II can estimate the Residual Vibration from the Applied Weights screen. The accuracy of this calculation varies with the linearity of the system. Any factor affecting data accuracy and repeatability will also inuence the result.

Check the results by selecting CHECK RESULT from the Tolerance Check/Trim menu.

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Data acquisition proceeds as before until all measurement points have new data.

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FAST Bal I FAST Bal II When data acquisition is completed, the results are summarized. The FAST Bal II graphic shows the original data at the MPT symbol. Up to two of the most recent check runs are plotted at the other end of the lines. The circle at the center of the graphic marks the target amplitude (specication).

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FAST Bal I FAST Bal II You should now view the calculated trim correction. This step is required to complete a check run and also initiates data being assigned to the balance job.

If trim weights are to be used, add them without removing the initial balance correction weights.

Job Completed:

All steps have been performed. If trim weights were added, an additional check should be made.

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Notepad The notepad allows notes to be attached to the balance job for later recall or printing. The process is the same for Fast Bal I and II. Press the NOTES key to access the Balance Notepad. Pre-dened notes are available from four categories, or user dened notes may be created by selecting USER DEFINED.

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Once a category has been selected, highlight the number of the desired note and press Enter to attach it to the balance job. When attached to a job, the entire note becomes highlighted.

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Press Reset to return to the Balance Function menu. Notice the lower left corner shows one note has been assigned to this balance job.

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Options FAST Bal II FAST Bal I Selecting (5), OPTIONS, from the Balance Functions menu displays the Balance Options Menu. The rst three selections control job storage in the analyzer itself. You can also review and edit data as shown below. Auxiliary calculations can be made for special circumstances using Calculator Mode. Load/Dump Data transfers data to and from UltraMgr. Print Report generates hardcopy reports directly from the analyzer.
Caution!

DO NOT connect the printer directly into the RS232 port located on the top panel of the analyzer. For an explanation of Balance Mode Select and Default Sensor Set-up, see Select the Preferred Balance Mode on page 1-12 and Dene the Default Balance Sensor on page 1-14.

REVIEW/EDIT DATA is the same for both programs except that FAST Bal II will display the calculated inuence coefcients.

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In Calculator Mode, FAST Bal II has additional calculations for Trial Weight/Heavy Spot estimations and Amplication Factor calculations.

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Feature Comparison Of Products

Description Menu leads user through procedure On-line Help Note Pad Database FAST Balancing No No No BalMgr Yes Yes Yes
MasterTrend,

FAST Bal I Yes Yes Yes

FAST Bal II

UltraSpec Balance Yes Yes Yes

UltraMgr, & RBMware Maximum number of sensors Maximum number of planes Maximum number of speeds Stores sensor positions MasterTrend compatible MPT IDs, machine description, and station Graphics assist job setup Graphics assist weight location Graphic data acquisition Check results table Check results graphic Define discrete weight planes Automatic weight splitting Split weights, sum weights, adjust fixed weights, and static/couple calculations Trial weights estimation Amplification factor and system lag calculations Residual vibration calculation Available balance solutions RPM window for valid data 4 4 6 No No No No No No No No No Yes No No No 1 No 8 4 6 Yes Yes No No No Yes No Yes Yes Yes No No No 4 Yes

MasterTrend, MasterTrend, UltraMgr, & UltraMgr, & RBMware RBMware 8 4 6 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes 4 Yes 8 4 6 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes 4 Yes

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Description Reference data evaluated for potential problems Built-in reports Table of influence coefficients Program can control MUX Automatic MUX mode Correction weights stored with job Page BACK key

FAST Balancing No 0 No No No No No No 1 No Yes No Yes

FAST Bal I Yes 4 Yes Yes Yes Yes

FAST Bal II

UltraSpec Balance Yes 4 Yes Yes Yes Yes Page Up key

Dele key 2115/2117; Page Down 2120 Yes Yes Yes No

Dele key 2115/2117; Page Down 2120 Yes Yes Yes Yes

User defined default sensor Basic and Standard balancing modes Averaged and non-averaged data displayed simultaneously Data stability evaluated

No No No No

Yes Yes Yes Yes

Note

(1) FAST Balancing is the program which was replaced by FAST Bal I. (2) All features are subject to change.

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