Boning AHD-CUC User manual

AHD-CUC
Universal CAN Converter
Operating Manual
Read this manual before beginning any work!
Dok-ID: PaB-1174 V3

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© Böning
Automationstechnologie GmbH & Co. KG
Am Steenöver 4
D-27777 Ganderkesee
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone] /-22
E-Mail: [email protected]
Internet: www.boening.com

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Table of Contents
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1General Information...............................................................6
1.1 About this Manual..........................................................6
1.2 Explanation of Symbols .................................................6
1.3 Limitation of Liability ......................................................7
1.4 Copyright........................................................................8
1.5 Spare Parts....................................................................8
1.6 Warranty Terms.............................................................8
1.7 Customer Care...............................................................8
2Safety ......................................................................................9
2.1 Operator’s Responsibilities ............................................9
2.2 Personnel Requirements.............................................10
2.2.1 Qualifications................................................10
2.2.2 Unauthorized Persons..................................11
2.3 Intended Use................................................................11
3Structure and Function .......................................................13
3.1 General Function .........................................................13
3.1.1 Supported Operating Systems.....................14
3.2 Application Examples for the AHD-CUC .....................15
3.2.1 Example 1.....................................................15
3.2.2 Example 2.....................................................16
4Technical Information..........................................................17
4.1 Technical Data.............................................................17
4.2 Name Plate..................................................................18
4.3 Dimensions..................................................................19
4.3.1 Device Dimensions.......................................19
4.4 Connections.................................................................20
4.4.1 Device Connections .....................................20
5Transport, Packaging and Storage ....................................21
5.1 Transport Safety Instructions.......................................21
5.2 Transport Inspection....................................................21
5.3 Packaging....................................................................21
6Installation and Initial Startup.............................................23
6.1 Safety...........................................................................23
6.2 Installation....................................................................24
6.3 Initial Startup................................................................26
7Operation ..............................................................................27
7.1 Configuration................................................................27
7.2 Display Sources Table.................................................27

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7.3 Keyboard Command Tables ........................................28
7.4 Mouse Movements.......................................................28
7.5 Special Conditions .......................................................29
7.5.1 Hidden Mouse Pointer..................................29
7.5.2 Competing Mouse Movements.....................29
8Maintenance..........................................................................30
9Errors.....................................................................................31
9.1 Safety...........................................................................31
9.2 Error Correction............................................................32
10 Disassembly .........................................................................33
10.1 Safety 33
10.2 Disassembly.................................................................33
10.3 Disposal 34
11 Index......................................................................................35

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General Information
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Change History
for Operation Manual AHD-CUC
Date
Version
Reason for Change
Page
Author
04/23/2012
AHD-CUC-DOK_en_V1_20120423
New creation of operation manual
n.a.
Pasuki, Bahram
(PaB)
10/26/2012
AHD-CUC-DOK_EN_V2_20121026
Corrections
13;
14;
26;
28
Pasuki, Bahram
(PaB)
11/27/2012
AHD-CUC-DOK_EN_V3_20121127
Information “Supported Operating
Systems” added
(Bug Tracker Report #1780)
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Pasuki, Bahram
(PaB)

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1 General Information
1.1 About this Manual
Read this operation manual carefully before beginning any
work! It is part of the product and must be kept in the prod-
uct’s immediate vicinity, so that it is always available to the
personnel.
Include this manual when passing the product on to third par-
ties.
This operation manual provides important product handling infor-
mation. On the following pages, this manual describes the Univer-
sal CAN Converter AHD-CUC.
This manual includes specific instructions, in case additional, more
detailed documentation is available for individual components.
Adhering to all product safety and handling instructions for the
product and all connected components is a prerequisite for safe
operation.
In addition, the local accident prevention and general safety rules
for the device’s area of operation must be observed.
The illustrations in this manual are intended to demonstrate the
contents more clearly. They are not necessarily drawn to scale and
can vary from the actual product in minor details.
This operation manual must be viewed exclusively as a complete
unit. It is not permitted to use excerpts from this manual as standa-
lone documentation without referring to the entire document.
1.2 Explanation of Symbols
Warnings
In this manual, warnings are marked by symbols. The warnings are
introduced by signal words indicating the degree of danger.
It is important to heed these warnings and act with caution to
avoid accidents, personal injury and equipment damage!
DANGER!
… indicates an imminently hazardous situation that
can result in death or severe injury, if not
avoided.
WARNING!
… indicates a potentially hazardous situation which
can result in death or severe injury, if not
avoided.

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CAUTION!
… indicates a potentially hazardous situation that
can result in minor or light injury, if not avoided.
CAUTION!
… indicates a potentially hazardous situation that
can result in equipment damage, if not avoided.
Tips and Recommendations
TIP!
… indicates useful tips and recommendations as
well as information for efficient and error-free oper-
ation.
1.3 Limitation of Liability
All information and instructions in this manual have been compiled
in consideration of current norms and regulations, the state of
technology, and our knowledge and experience of many years.
The manufacturer is not responsible for damages due to:
Noncompliance with the instructions in this manual
Unintended use
Employment of untrained personnel
Unauthorized modifications
Technical modifications
Use of unauthorized spare parts
The actual scope of delivery can vary from the explanations and il-
lustrations in this manual in case of customized models, special
ordering options or the latest technical improvements.
In addition, the agreed upon obligations in the delivery contract, the
general terms and conditions, the manufacturer’s delivery terms
and the legal regulations current at the contract signing are in
force.
We reserve the right to make changes to improve the device’s ser-
vice properties and to further develop the product.

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1.4 Copyright
This operation manual is a confidential document. It is intended
solely for those persons working with the product. It is not permit-
ted to hand this manual over to third parties without the manufac-
turer’s prior written permission.
TIP!
The information, texts, drawings, illustrations, and
other representations in this manual are protected
by copyright laws and are subject to industrial
property rights. Any misuse is subject to prosecu-
tion.
It is not permitted to duplicate this manual in any type or form –
even in excerpts –or use and/or communicate its contents without
the manufacturer’s written permission. Contraventions are liable to
compensation. We reserve other rights.
1.5 Spare Parts
WARNING!
Risk of injury from incorrect spare parts!
Incorrect or defective spare parts can cause dam-
ages, malfunctions or complete failure and jeopard-
ize the vessel’s safety.
Therefore:
–Only use the manufacturer’s original spare
parts.
Please order spare parts from a contracted reseller or directly from
the manufacturer. Refer to page 2 for the address.
1.6 Warranty Terms
The warranty terms can be found in the General Terms and Condi-
tions (GTC) of the manufacturer’s sales documents.
1.7 Customer Care
Our customer service department is available to assist you with
technical information.
Information concerning the corresponding customer contact is al-
ways accessible via telephone, fax, e-mail, or the Internet. Please
refer to page 2 for the manufacturer’s address.
In addition, our staff is always interested in new information and
experiences resulting from the use of the product which can be
used to further improve our products.

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2 Safety
This chapter provides an overview of all important safety aspects
for optimal protection of the personnel as well as safe and error-
free operation.
Noncompliance with the handling and safety instructions listed in
this manual can cause significant hazards.
2.1 Operator’s Responsibilities
This product is intended for commercial use. Therefore, its opera-
tion is subject to legal workplace safety regulations.
In addition to the workplace safety instructions in this manual, the
current safety, accident prevention, and environmental protection
regulations for the product’s place of use must be observed. Espe-
cially:
The operator must stay abreast of the current workplace safety
regulations and determine through a risk assessment any addi-
tional hazards resulting from the special working conditions of
the product’s place of use. He must implement these in the form
of operating instructions for the product’s use.
During the product’s entire period of operation, the operator
must verify that his operating instructions are in compliance with
current regulations and revise them, if necessary.
The operator must clearly regulate and define areas of respon-
sibility for installation, operation, maintenance, and cleaning.
The operator must ensure that all employees handling the
product have read and understood this manual.
In addition, he must train the personnel in regular intervals and
inform them about any dangers.
Furthermore, the operator is responsible for always keeping the
product in perfect working condition.

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2.2 Personnel Requirements
2.2.1 Qualifications
WARNING!
Risk of injury from insufficient qualifications!
Improper use can lead to significant personal injury
and equipment damage.
Therefore:
–Only allow qualified personnel to perform any
work.
This manual lists the following qualifications for various areas of
activity.
Trained Person
has been trained by the operator through an orientation for the
assigned tasks and has been informed about possible hazards
from improper execution.
Specialist
is able to execute the assigned tasks and recognize and avoid
potential hazards independently due to formal training, know-
ledge and experience, as well as knowledge of the situational
norms and regulations
Electrician
is able to work on electrical systems and recognize and avoid
potential hazards independently due to formal training, know-
ledge and experience, as well as knowledge of the situational
norms and regulations.
The electrician is trained for the specific work site in which he is
active and knows the relevant norms and regulations.
Only those persons who can be expected to do their work reliably
are permitted as personnel. Persons, whose responsiveness is di-
minished by e.g. drugs, alcohol, or medication, are not permitted.
Observe the local age and profession specific regulations when
selecting the personnel.

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2.2.2 Unauthorized Persons
WARNING! Danger to unauthorized persons!
Unauthorized persons who do not meet the re-
quirements described in this manual do not know
the occupational hazards.
Therefore:
–Keep unauthorized persons out of the work
area.
–When in doubt, approach persons and remove
them from the work area.
–Interrupt all work as long as unauthorized per-
sons remain in the work area.
2.3 Intended Use
The Universal CAN Converter AHD-CUC has been designed and
constructed exclusively for the purpose described in this manual.
External PC systems, whose video sources are connected to
Böning color displays for visualizations, can be controlled with
the operation elements of the Böning display control panels
AHD-DC, AHD-DRM R, and AHD-DRM T via the Universal CAN
Converter AHD-CUC.
WARNING!
Danger from unintended use!
Any use of the product beyond and/or other its in-
tended use can cause hazardous situations.
Therefore:
–Only use the product as intended.
–Strictly adhere to all instructions in this manual.
–In particular, avoid the following unintended use:
–Using a supply voltage other than the one
indicated in this manual
Any claims for damages resulting from unintended use are void.
The operator is solely responsible for any damages resulting from
unintended use.

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WARNING!
Danger from improper operation of the product!
Product failure or malfunctions can lead to personal
injury or equipment damage in the overall system.
Therefore:
–Although the product itself is not dangerous, the
effects of failures or malfunctions on the overall
system must be considered.
–Always discontinue using the products when
they develop smoke or abnormal heat.

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3 Structure and Function
3.1 General Function
The Universal Converter AHD-CUC is used for controlling external
PC systems whose outputs are connected for visualizations to
Böning color displays AHD 12xx / AHD 11xx. They are operated
with the operation elements of the Böning display control panels
AHD-DC, AHD-DRM R, and AHD-DRM T.
The AHD-CUC analyzes messages from all AHD-DRM and AHD-
DC units as well as the displays’ responses. When a display has
switched to a defined video source and an AHD-DRM or AHD-DC
unit sends control commands, these commands are converted to
mouse or keyboard commands and transmitted to the connected
PC.
In this case, the AHD-CUC is subject to the same general condi-
tions as the AHD-DRM.
However, it must be kept in mind that a separate AHD-CUC must
be installed for each external PC (for example navigation PCs or
other PC based ship equipment) in the system.
Several external PC systems can be integrated via a single AHD-
CUC unit.
The configuration software DeviceConfig is used to assign key-
board and mouse commands to the operating panels’ control ele-
ments (keys, rotary push drive or trackball). These commands are
transmitted to the external PC via the standard USB interface.
The assignment of control commands is freely configurable and
therefore, it can be adjusted individually to the external PC’s re-
quired controls.
The configuration software is also used to determine the Böning
color display interface (DVI, VGA, FBAS) to which the video source
of the external PC is connected.
This configuration enables the automatic activation of the com-
mand transmission when selecting the color display’s correspond-
ing signal source.
Up to 10 color displays can be pre-set individually (standard set-
ting: DVI).
The color display and its signal source are selected at the display
(interface) or the display control panels.
The universal converter units AHD-USB as well as all color dis-
plays and display control units are connected to the same control
CAN bus (control CAN bus, CAN5-interface –or CAN, in the case
of monitors –of the display).

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3.1.1 Supported Operating Systems
TIP!
The Universal CAN Converter AHD-CUC has been
designed for the application on the following operat-
ing system:
- WINDOWS®XP (SP 1 and higher)
The following operating systems are currently not supported yet:
- WINDOWS®2000
- WINDOWS®7
- WINDOWS®8
Further operating systems are currently being tested.
Please contact the manufacturer for information on whether a spe-
cified operating system (for example LINUX) is supported (see
page 2 for address).

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3.2 Application Examples for the AHD-CUC
3.2.1 Example 1
In the following example, five displays (AHD 10xx or higher ver-
sions) are installed on a single bridge.
A navigation PC, whose image can be shown on a total of two dis-
plays, has been added.
The converter AHD-CUC connects the control CAN bus to the na-
vigation PC, where it identifies itself as a USB mouse and key-
board. Additionally, two control panels (AHD-DC & AHD-DRM T)
are connected to the control CAN bus. These control panels are in-
tended to control the navigation PC as well as the visualization
software on the displays.
For example, if the operator switches from display 2 to display 3
during operation, which is set to the external video source, the
Converter AHD-CUC is activated, which in turn controls the exter-
nal PC.
Application example 1 for the AHD-CUC

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3.2.2 Example 2
In this example, two separately functioning PCs are connected
next to one another. These are meant to be controllable from two
separate helms (A & B). Since the AHD-CUCs only take a com-
mand’s target monitor ID into account, this can be accomplished
without any problem. If the command contains the ID of a display
which is currently set to an external video source, the received
command is transmitted as a mouse and keyboard command via
USB.
In theory, any number of additional AHD-CUCs can be installed on
a bridge.
Application example 2 for the AHD-CUC
TIP!
The Universal CAN Converter is currently not com-
patible with PCs using the Windows 7 operating
system.

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4 Technical Information
4.1 Technical Data
Description
Value/Unit/Type
General Data
Dimensions, W x H x D
93 x 125 x 89 mm
Weight
appr. 0.25 kg
Environmental Data
Operating Temperature
-25°C… +70°C
Storage Temperature
-30°C… +85°C
Protection Class
IP 20
Electrical Data
Power Supply
24 V DC (+30% -25%)
Power/Current Consumption
appr. 30 mA (24 V DC)
Interfaces
1 x CAN
Data communication with dis-
plays and control panel on con-
trol CAN bus, switchable
(display CAN Port 5)
1 X USB
Transmission of converted com-
mands for mouse and keyboard
control to the external PC system
5-pin terminal strip
Connection to the 24 V DC pow-
er supply
Alternate connection to CAN bus

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4.2 Name Plate
The data converter AHD-CUC’s name plate is located on the de-
vice cover and contains the following information:
Model designation of the unit
Serial number (may be on separate label) and power supply
Manufacturer and CE marking

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4.3 Dimensions
4.3.1 Device Dimensions

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4.4 Connections
4.4.1 Device Connections
TIP!
The AHD-CUC’s CAN connection may be
switched on or off when needed.
Terminal
Designation
Explanation
1
+ 24 V
Power supply, positive terminal
2
GND
Power supply, negative terminal
3
CAN-H
CAN-Bus HIGH
4
CAN-L
CAN-Bus LOW
5
Shield
CAN-Bus SHIELD (shielding)