Brüel & Kjaer Vibro VIBROSTORE 100 User manual

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VIBROSTORE 100
Vibration Monitoring & Analysis
Instruction

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Instruction VST-100, C107851.002 / V01, en, date of issue: 25.01.2021
Brüel & Kjær Vibro GmbH
Leydheckerstrasse. 10
64293 Darmstadt
Germany
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Brüel & Kjær Vibro A/S
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Denmark
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Contents
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Contents
1Safety Instructions ..................................................................................................4
1.1 Disclaimer of Liability...........................................................................................................................4
1.2 Pictograms and their Meanings ..........................................................................................................4
1.3 User Qualification .................................................................................................................................4
1.4 Intended Use .........................................................................................................................................5
1.5 Recommendations to User ..................................................................................................................6
1.6 General Hints.........................................................................................................................................6
2Overview...................................................................................................................7
2.1 Control buttons.....................................................................................................................................7
2.2 Protective boot......................................................................................................................................7
2.3 Batteries.................................................................................................................................................8
2.4 Docking Cradle......................................................................................................................................8
2.5 Service ...................................................................................................................................................8
3Operation..................................................................................................................9
3.1 Basic Operation ....................................................................................................................................9
3.2 Menu navigation..................................................................................................................................10
3.3 Fitting the sensor................................................................................................................................13
3.4 Taking a reading .................................................................................................................................14
3.4.1 Vibration readings ................................................................................................................................................15
3.4.2 Vibration Analysis (Vibration bands).....................................................................................................................17
3.4.3 Frequency spectrum.............................................................................................................................................19
3.4.4 Live Update Mode................................................................................................................................................19
3.5 Configuration menus..........................................................................................................................20
3.5.1 Setup Wizard........................................................................................................................................................20
3.5.2 Manual Setup.......................................................................................................................................................22
3.5.3 Device Settings ....................................................................................................................................................23
4Route Management................................................................................................ 25
5ReO Software.........................................................................................................26
6Optional accessories.............................................................................................27
6.1 AC-7315 Strobe attachment...............................................................................................................27
6.2 Third party Bluetooth headphones...................................................................................................28
6.3 BNC to BNC connecting cable ..........................................................................................................28
7Specification ..........................................................................................................29
8Maintenance...........................................................................................................30
9Disposal..................................................................................................................30
10 CE-Declaration....................................................................................................... 31

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1 Safety Instructions
1.1 Disclaimer of Liability
The observance of this technical documentation is essential for the proper and safe operation of the
product. We assume no liability for injury to persons, damage to property or financial losses resulting
from failure to comply with this technical documentation. In this case the liability for material defects is
also excluded.
1.2 Pictograms and their Meanings
This symbol warns of dangerous situations which can result from misuse of the product.
HINT!
This symbol provides general and useful information for using the product.
1.3 User Qualification
Ensure that all work in conjunction with our device and accessories is performed by skilled, expert
and authorized workers (for ATEX device and accessories according to EN 60079-14). Among these
works are:
Installation and Commissioning
Installation and commissioning primarily concern work on electrical equipment. These works may be
performed exclusively by electricians or workers instructed and supervised by an electrician in
accordance with electrotechnical regulations/directives.
Change of System Specification
Any change of system specification has its effects on monitoring process with stationary systems and
on the measuring sequence with portable measuring systems.

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Safety Instructions
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1.4 Intended Use
If devices, sensors and cables are used in a way not described in the relevant user manuals, function
and protection may be impaired and serious personal damage, death or serious, irreversible injuries
may result.
of System
•Handle the device and accessories with care in order to prevent damage to the systems or
personal damage due to falling.
•Use system exclusively as originally intended. Any use other than originally intended is
prohibited. Brüel & Kjær Vibro does not assume any liability for damages resulting from
inappropriate use. The user is solely responsible. For originally intended use, see device and
accessories documentation.
•Ensure that device and accessories is exposed only to admissible environmental influences
specified in technical device and accessories data sheet.
•Maintain electrical equipment in regular intervals. Remedy defects, e.g. loose wires, defective
connectors, immediately.
of Sensor
Exclusively use sensor as specified in data sheet. Any use other than specified is considered
inappropriate. Mounted sensors must not be used as steps.
of Cable
•Exclusively use cable as specified in data sheet. Any use other than specified is considered
inappropriate.
•Never use cable to pull plug out of socket.
•Check cable and connectors in regular intervals. Have any damage immediately repaired by a
specialist
•Install cables properly in order to protect them from mechanical damage (e.g. squashing,
abrasion of insulation) and to prevent trip hazards.
Use of Bought-In Items
For pickups and accessories not supplied by Brüel & Kjær Vibro the user is solely responsible. The
user is bound to ensure that the demands on electrical safety and technical properties conform with
the agreed data.
Brüel & Kjær Vibro does not assume any responsibility for bought-in items.
The user is liable for any defect on Brüel & Kjær Vibro products caused by bought-in items.

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Hot surfaces
In line with the user manuals, the devices, sensors and cables can be operated in extensive ambient
temperature ranges, whereby they can become hot through self-heating on housing walls and can
produce burning.
When mounted at external heat or cold sources (e.g. machine parts), devices, sensors and cables
can adopt dangerous temperatures, whereby burning, among other things, can occur in the event of
contact.
1.5 Recommendations to User
If the use of the system in conjunction with machines or plant sections can produce risks outside of
Brüel & Kjær Vibro's responsibility, the user is expected to prepare and distribute safety technical
instructions or warnings and to ensure that the personnel concerned has received and understood
same.
1.6 General Hints
Never operate damaged products. Upon delivery inspect the packaging for damage and compare the
delivered items with your order documents.
Prohibition of Unauthorized Modifications
System and accessories must not be changed neither in construction nor safety technology without
the express consent of Brüel & Kjær Vibro. Any unauthorized modification excludes Brüel & Kjær
Vibro's liability for resulting damages.
This applies in particular to repair work, soldering work on P.C. boards and replacement of
components/modules/P.C. boards.
When replacing parts, exclusively use the original Brüel & Kjær Vibro spare parts.

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Overview
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2 Overview
The VIBROSTORE 100 (VST-100) is a simple to use rugged vibration monitoring and portable
analysis instrument with on-board display of vibration levels. VST-100 automatically performs
vibration analysis functions based on machine running speed. This functionality can help diagnose
faults such as unbalance, misalignment and looseness.
The system is designed to take vibration measurements from assets (e.g. pumps, motors, fans and
bearings) a simple route-based data collection mode. The unit displays vibration frequency plots and
allows vibration severity and bearing condition to be monitored. VST-100 will collect and display all
measurements in in as little as 3 seconds with one push of a button.
Combined with the powerful ReO software, the collected measurement data can be exported and
used to perform even more advanced analytics and computing tasks. ReO is able to display valuable
plots and graphs, to effectively detect and analyse vibration related problems of rotating machinery.
VST-100 supports an optional strobe attachment for determining machine speed it allows to connect
to Bluetooth headphones for listening to bearing noise.
2.1 Control buttons
The VST-100 features an OLED display and 7 control buttons. Please refer to section “Operation” for
a detailed description. When off, turning the VST-100 ON is achieved simply by pressing the center
button. The unit will automatically turn OFF if not used for a 1 to 60 minutes selectable auto turn off
time.
When the main menu is displayed the device can be turned off by pressing the button for 3
seconds.
2.2 Protective boot
The VST-100 is guarded by a removable protective rubber sleeve, which can be removed, by peeling
back the protective boot on the narrow bottom part of the device and pulling the boot upwards.

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2.3 Batteries
The VST-100 requires two type AA size batteries, which are replaced by removing the protective
rubber boot first and second the battery compartment cover (held in place by multiple screws) as
shown in the photographs below:
L91 lithium-Ion type AA batteries are recommended.
For installing new batteries, please remove all empty batteries first, before installing new or fully
charged batteries. Always assure the correct battery orientation shown on the battery cover label.
Pay attention to the proper fit of the rubber gasket, before closing.
2.4 Docking Cradle
VST-100 uses an infrared link on the back of the device to an included docking cradle. Do not
obstruct the line of sight. The cradle interfaces the infrared communication of the VST-100 to an
USB-port of a host PC. Use the supplied USB type A to mini USB cable. To use the docking cradle,
slide the VST-100 without the rubber sleeve with the narrow end of the device first. is the VST-100
should be held by the two brackets on the sides. The cradle has a belt clip and screw whole to be
mounted on any rigid surface.
2.5 Service
VST-100 contains no user serviceable parts. In the unlikely case of malfunction, please return the
complete unit to your supplier for repair.

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Operation
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3 Operation
3.1 Basic Operation
Additional Functions when in
main screen.
To turn on/off IEPE Power,
press and hold the left arrow
button when on the main
numbers screen
To show the battery level, press
and hold the up arrow button
when on the main numbers
screen, this function is optimized
for alkaline manganese
batteries.
To turn the unit off, press and
hold the down arrow button
when on the main numbers
screen
To switch to the menu, press
and hold the centre button
when on the main numbers
screen
Standard BNC connector for
IEPE accelerometers.
Color coded display shows ISO
value, bearing condition in
Bearing Damage Units (BDU)
and RMS acceleration (g).
ISO and BDU values are alarm
colour coded in
Green, Yellow
and
Red.
Additional screens show
displacement (mm or mils),
frequency spectrum with cursor,
and diagnostics for unbalance,
misalignment and looseness.
Press and hold the centre
button to turn ON and
press to take measurements -
left, right, up and down arrows
to navigate display
Separate buttons for Tacho
Strobe/Flashlight and
Bluetooth headphones
Route manager button for
downloading routes to the
VST-100 or transferring
machine readings to PC for
trending. via Bluetooth
Accesses menu
Data collection. Take, assign
and display route
measurements.

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3.2 Menu navigation
Live Update
Motor Size Foundation
Under 300kW Flexible
Run Speed Machine Type Over 300kW Rigid
1500 RPM Motor
Pump Pump Type Foundation
Integrated Drive Flexible
External Drive Rigid
Configuration Manual Setup ISO Alarms Alert
Live Update ISO Alarms Alert 4.5
Setup Wizard BDU Alarms Danger
Manual Setup Run Speed Danger
Device Settings Sensor mV/g 7.1
BDU Alarms Alert
Alert 50
Danger Danger 100
Run Speed 1500
Accel. Sensor
Sensitivity100 mV/g
Device Settings Auto Off Time
Auto Off Time 1 Minute
Brightness
Languages Brightness Mode
Factory reset Mode Standard
Graph Mode Level High
Colour Scheme Auto Dim Time
Date & Time Brightness
Units 5
Information Auto DimTime
10 Seconds
Languages
English
German
Italian
French
Dutch
Enter by
holding the
center
button
for 2 Seconds
(starts a repeated
measurement)