DTS TSR AIR User manual
13000-60401-MAN (Rev. 1) © Diversified Technical Systems, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
TSR AIR
User’s Manual
March 2023
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TableofContents
DTS Support ....................................................................................................................... 4
Introducing the TSR AIR.................................................................................................... 5
Embedded Sensors............................................................................................................ 5
Sensor Sample Rates...................................................................................................... 5
Sensor Bandwidths.......................................................................................................... 6
Sensor Ranges................................................................................................................ 6
Low G Acceleration...................................................................................................... 6
High G Acceleration..................................................................................................... 6
Angular Rate Sensor (ARS)......................................................................................... 6
System Connector.............................................................................................................. 6
Time Synchronization ...................................................................................................... 6
Power Management......................................................................................................... 7
Battery ............................................................................................................................. 7
Power-up and Power-down Procedures .......................................................................... 7
LEDs.................................................................................................................................... 7
Status (STS) Indicator...................................................................................................... 8
Power (PWR) Indicator .................................................................................................... 8
Data Memory Size............................................................................................................... 9
Sampling Rates................................................................................................................ 9
Basic Care and Handling................................................................................................. 10
Shock Rating.................................................................................................................. 10
Mounting Considerations........................................................................................... 10
Thermal Considerations................................................................................................. 10
Environmental Rating..................................................................................................... 10
Software............................................................................................................................ 11
Data Collection Concepts............................................................................................... 11
Data Collection Modes................................................................................................... 11
Active Mode............................................................................................................... 11
Scheduled Mode........................................................................................................ 12
Data Streaming.............................................................................................................. 12
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Start Record and Event Initiation ................................................................................... 12
Appendix A: Hardware Specifications........................................................................... 13
Mechanical Specifications, Connector Information and Pin Assignments...................... 13
Ethernet Chaining.......................................................................................................... 14
Accessories/Support Equipment.................................................................................... 14
Appendix B: Hardware Configuration Specifications.................................................. 15
Using the SLICE Network Configuration Utility .............................................................. 15
Appendix D: Declaration of CE Conformity .................................................................. 18
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DTS Support
TSR AIR systems are designed to be reliable and simple to operate. Should you need
assistance, DTS has support engineers worldwide with extensive product knowledge and
crash test experience to help via telephone, e-mail or on-site visits.
The best way to contact a DTS support engineer is to submit a request through the DTS Help
Center web portal (support.dtsweb.com). You must be registered
(support.dtsweb.com/registration) to submit a request (https://support.dtsweb.com/hc/en-
us/requests/new). Registration also enables access to additional self-help resources and
non-public support information.
This manual supports the following products:
13000-60401: TSR AIR (8 GB)
13000-60404: TSR AIR (16 GB)
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Introducing the TSR AIR
The TSR AIR is a small high-performance, low power, data logger that can autonomously
recognize and capture long and short duration events via built-in sensors.
The primary use for the TSR AIR is to collect data in various scenarios while mounted to the
interior or exterior of a test article. Captured events can be started by crossing sensor
thresholds, or by an external trigger. The device can also collect events based on a date
and time or time interval. The device will stay in a low power state when not in use. The
units can be daisy chained to share DTS bus signals and synchronization information.
•Shock rated to 500 g for dynamic testing environments.
•Sample rates up to 20,000 sps on 12 channels simultaneously (record in place or
data streaming).
•Real-time data streaming up to 20,000 sps per channel.
•3-channels of low g acceleration, 3-channels of high g acceleration, 3-channels of
angular rate, temperature, pressure, and humidity.
•Ethernet PTPv2 communications (IEEE1588) easily supports synchronization of
hundreds of channels.
•LED indicators for system and power status.
Embedded Sensors
The TSR AIR contains independent embedded sensors for low g acceleration, high g
acceleration, angular rate, temperature, pressure, and humidity.
Sensor Sample Rates
The TSR AIR uses the sample clocks on the embedded sensors to collect data at their native
rates and then sub- or super-samples that data to match the TSR AIR system rate when
storing in flash memory. At a given rate, each individual three axis sensor will record at its
own independent rate. For example, with the TSR AIR set to sample at 10,000 sps, the low
g sensor will record at 25,600 sps, the high g sensor will record at 5,120 sps, and the ARS
will record at 6,400 sps. See the table below for more details.
Sample Rate (SPS)
Low G (SPS)
High G (SPS)
ARS (SPS)
100
25,600
N/A*
100
500
25,600
N/A*
400
1,000
25,600
5120
800
5,000
25,600
5120
6400
10,000
25,600
5120
6400
15,000
25,600
5120
6400
20,000
25,600
5120
6400
* No data captured for this sensor at this rate.
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Sensor Bandwidths
Like the sample rate considerations in the section above, each individual embedded sensor
has its own bandwidth configuration at a given TSR AIR system sample rate. For example,
with the TSR AIR set to sample at 10,000 sps, the low g sensor will have a bandwidth of
1 kHz, the high g sensor will have a bandwidth of 640 Hz, and the ARS will have a bandwidth
of 178 Hz. See the table below for more details.
Sample Rate (SPS)
Low G (Hz)*
High G (AAF Hz)
ARS (Hz)*
100
10
N/A**
10
500
50
N/A**
38
1,000
100
160
75
5,000
500
640
178
10,000
1,000
640
178
15,000
1,500
640
178
20,000
2,000
640
178
* Post-ADC filter Hz.
** No data captured for this sensor at this rate.
Sensor Ranges
Each embedded sensor has its own measurement range capability.
Low G Acceleration
Can be configured to collect data at a range of 50 g, 25 g, 12 g and 6 g.
High G Acceleration
Can collect data at a range of 400 g.
Angular Rate Sensor (ARS)
Can be configured to collect data at a range of 2,000 deg/s or 250 deg/s.
System Connector All communications, control signals and input power are
provided via the 25-pin, micro-D system connector. Using a
TSR AIR Chain Module or other interface, multiple units can
be connected (daisy-chained) for hundreds of test channels.
Ethernet signals must be connected in series with a maximum cable length of ~10 m. (Cable
quality may affect maximum length and performance.) Control signals must be connected in
parallel. See Appendix A for pin assignments.
Time Synchronization
The TSR AIR supports Ethernet Precision Timing Protocol version 2 (PTPv2)
communications (IEEE1588). PTP (Precision Timing Protocol) provides standards for
precision clock synchronization for measurement and control systems via Ethernet network
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communications. Timing information is extracted from the network’s master clock and used
by the TSR AIR to adjust their internal (local) clock, providing precision timing for high
channel-count systems with a sampling synchronization better than 10 µs. Communication
is enabled after the initialization sequence has completed (~15 s after sufficient power and
ON signal is applied). (Note network congestion may slow IP address acquisition.)
Power Management
A good power source is of paramount importance. The TSR AIR should be powered from a
high-quality power supply.
Input Voltage
Idle
Ethernet Connected
Armed and Recording
9-30 VDC
<1 W
+0.1 W
<1.9 W
The TSR AIR does contain an internal battery. Without external power applied, the TSR AIR
is in a hibernate state when not armed. When the unit is on (sufficient power and ON signal
applied), power consumption depends largely on whether the unit is armed.
Battery
The TSR AIR battery performance is dependent on its recording state. Please refer to the
table below for complete details.
Arm State (mA)
Recording Mode
Hibernate
Idle Armed
Motion Armed
Armed
Active
0.013
0.9
20.0
Active (pre-trigger)
7.0
Active (motion)
0.4
0.9
Active (motion + pre-trigger)
0.4
7.0
Active (event to start)
0.4
Scheduled
0.4
Scheduled (interval
recording)
0.4
Streaming
Power-up and Power-down Procedures
When sufficient power is applied, the TSR AIR will reboot (on, idle and communication
enabled) if an ON signal is present. With power applied but the ON signal absent, the unit is
in an idle state. Power up (ON state) occurs in ~15 s, after which communication is enabled.
Power down of the unit is immediate upon removal of either the ON signal or external power.
Wait ~30 s before reinitialization.
LEDs
The TSR AIR has two LED indicators that show system and power status.
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Status (STS) Indicator
Result
Power up
Communicating with PC
Armed
Unit received Event
Idle -or- Armed without input power
•At power up, the LED cycles from red to green to blue followed immediately by the
power LED boot-up sequence.
•When not armed, the LED will blink green when handling a command from the PC.
•For Active mode:
-When armed, the LED will go solid blue to indicate that it is waiting for an EVENT
signal or level trigger to occur.
-When the EVENT signal is received, the LED will turn red to indicate that it is
actively recording data.
-The LED will turn off when data collection has completed.
Power (PWR) Indicator
Result
Power up
Connected to host
Power up; not connected to host
Power fault (input power out of range)
Armed (no input power)
(once every 60 s)
Charging
(once every 1 s)
•At power up, the LED cycles from red to green to blue immediately after the status
LED has completed its boot-up sequence.
•When connected to host, the LED will turn blue.
•At power up but not connected to host, the LED will turn green.
•When input power is too high or too low, the LED will turn red.
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Data Memory Size
With 8 GB for 13000-60401 and 16 GB for 13000-60404 of flash memory available for data
storage, the TSR AIR can record ~277 minutes and ~555 minutes of data, respectively, at
the maximum sampling rate (12 channels at 20,000 sps). Since the recording capacity is
very large, it is generally best to limit sampling rates and event durations to the minimum
necessary to avoid large and cumbersome data files. Large files take longer to download
and may also be time-consuming to post-process or difficult to share. Use of the Region of
Interest (ROI) download can save a great deal of time if implemented properly.
Sampling Rates
User-selectable sampling rates are available from 100 sps to 20,000 sps.
# of
Channels*
Maximum Sampling Rate
(per channel)
12
20,000 sps
* All channels are recorded even if they are not programmed.
With 8 GB for 13000-60401 and 16 GB for 13000-60404 available for data storage, there are
4,000 M samples for 13000-60401 and 8,000 M samples for 13000-60404 available
(1 sample = 2 bytes). To determine the maximum recording time, divide the number of
samples by the product of the sampling rate and the number of channels.
4,000,000,000
= # of seconds
Sampling rate (sps) X # of channels
Example: 12 channels of data at 20,000 sps with 8 GB of memory:
4,000,000,000
= 16,666 seconds (277 minutes)
20,000 X 12
Example: 12 channels of data at 20,000 sps with 16 GB of memory:
8,000,000,000
= 33,333 seconds (555 minutes)
20,000 X 12
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Basic Care and Handling
TSR AIR systems are precision devices designed to operate reliably in dynamic testing
environments. Though resistant to many environmental conditions, care should be taken not
to subject the units to harsh chemicals, submerge it in water, or drop it onto any hard surface.
WARNING:
Electronic equipment dropped from desk height onto a solid
floor may experience up to 10,000 g. Under these conditions,
damage to the exterior and/or interior of the unit is likely.
Your TSR AIR module is supplied with calibration data from the factory. DTS recommends
annual recalibration to ensure that the unit is performing within factory specifications. The
TSR AIR is not user-serviceable and should be returned to the factory for service or repair.
Shock Rating
The TSR AIR is rated for 500 g, 4 ms half-sine duration, in all axes.
Mounting Considerations
TSR AIR equipment should be bolted securely to the test article or dynamic testing device to
provide the best shock protection. Mounting methods and hardware selection should be
calculated to withstand expected shock loading and facilitate proper grounding. Check bolt
tightness periodically to ensure that the unit is securely fastened to the testing platform.
DTS strongly recommends that all equipment be properly grounded to minimize any risk of
data noise due to high-current transients. The test article or dynamic testing device should
be connected to earth ground. TSR AIR equipment should be grounded to each other and
bolted to the test article. DTS recommends checking continuity between the enclosures of
each unit to confirm resistance readings of <1 ohm.
Thermal Considerations
The TSR AIR is a low power device, and it is unlikely that self-heating will be an issue in real-
world testing if proper mounting methods are observed. Never mount the unit to a thermally
non-conductive surface like wood or plastic. ALWAYS use the TSR AIR with a heat sink if
you are not mounting the system to a structure that will serve this purpose. Should you have
any questions about using the TSR AIR in your environment, please contact DTS.
Environmental Rating
The TSR AIR is IP67 rated.
•6 (solid ingress) = totally protected against dust.
•7 (liquid ingress) = Protected against the effects of temporary immersion between
15 cm and 1 m. Duration of test 30 minutes.
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Care should be taken to prevent prolonged exposure to any potentially harmful environment.
Units should be cleaned, dried, and inspected after exposure to any environment that could
cause damage.
Software
DataPRO software is used with the TSR AIR. PC specifications are:
•Windows 10 and later (64-bit versions are supported)
•Microsoft .NET Runtime version 4.5.2
•i5 processor minimum; i7 processor recommended
•8 GB RAM minimum; 16 GB RAM recommended (more RAM is important for high
channel counts and longer/higher sample rates)
•1 GB disk space for software plus additional storage for test data
•1366 x 768 minimum screen resolution; 1920 x 1080 recommended
Additionally, DTS recommends a network that supports gigabit Ethernet (GbE).
Data Collection Concepts
The discussion below provides a general introduction to data collection. Please see the
software manual for a detailed discussion and implementation specifics.
The TSR AIR is a standalone data logger. Once the system is armed, the PC can be
disconnected if desired. After receiving an event signal, level trigger, or scheduled/interval
event, the TSR AIR autonomously collects data, storing it to flash memory with no user
interaction. After the test, the user reconnects the PC to download the data.
There is also a real-time mode in the control software that allows the user to check channel
inputs on an oscilloscope-looking screen. (This data can be logged.)
Data Collection Modes
The TSR AIR supports two data collection modes: Active and Scheduled. (Note: The
software cannot simultaneously display the data while the system is recording.)
Active Mode
Using this mode, the user can program the TSR AIR to record pre- and post-event data.
Time Zero (T=0) is marked when the event signal is received. The maximum pre-event data
is .0512 s. There are three options for this mode:
•Level triggers: Only available when “start record with event line” is not used.
•Start record with event line: Pre-event data not available with this option. This is the
lowest power option.
•Wake up with motion: The TSR AIR will wake up when sensing motion.
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Scheduled Mode
Using this mode, the user can program the TSR AIR to record at a scheduled time (UTC) or
interval (in minutes). Pre-event data is not available when using this mode.
NOTE:
An event or trigger signal applied anywhere in the TSR AIR
chain is distributed throughout the chain.
Data Streaming
Real-time data streaming up to 20,000 sps using IRIG Chapter 10 is supported via DataPRO
software. Please see the software manual for additional information, including how to create
a test set-up.
Start Record and Event Initiation
The TSR AIR supports multiple methods of initiating event signals. Typically, event signals
are initiated via an external hardware interface that provides a discrete contact closure (CC)
signal to mark T=0.
All TSR AIR data collection modes support multi-event arming. A unit armed in a multiple-
event mode will re-arm when an event completes. The unit will stop re-arming when the
number of events specified by the user has been recorded or a disarm command is issued
to the device.
Additionally, Active mode supports level triggering. This method continuously samples the
incoming data and begins data collection if the data is above or below predefined levels. For
example, it might be useful to begin data collection when a certain accelerometer
experiences a force above 200 g. Using level trigger and Active mode, the TSR AIR can
support this or any level-trigger signal on the high g channels only.
CAUTION:
Level trigger is NOT recommended when the TSR AIR is used
for destructive testing.
Finally, if the TSR AIR remains connected to the PC during data collection, the control
software can be used to initiate data collection.
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PIN SIGNAL
1 +PWR
2 +PWR
3 +PWR
4 GND
5 GND
6 TX_2_P
7 TX_2_N
8 RX_2_P
9 RX_2_N
10 TX_1_P
11 TX_1_N
12 RX_1_P
13 RX_1_N
14 #ON
15 #START
16 #EVENT
17 STATUS
18 UART_RX_P
19 UART_RX_N
20 UART_TX_P
21 UART_TX_N
22 GND
23 GND
24 IRIGB
25 PPS
NOTES:
1) ACC CM = ACCELEROMETER CENTER OF MASS
2) TSR AIR MASS CG IS APPROXIMATELY AT CENTER OF VOLUME
3) MOUNT USING (4X) M2.5 SCREWS
4) TORQUE TO 3.7 IN-LB CLEAN AND DRY
5) CONNECTOR: OMNETICS P/N A99108-025
6) MASS: 45 5g
SCALE 1:1
PIN 1
PIN 25
PIN 14
SERIAL NUMBER PREFIX: TA
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Ethernet Chaining
To share Ethernet communications, chain TSR AIR units together using the methodology in
the table below.
TSR AIR #1
TSR AIR #2
TSR AIR #3
Function
Pin
Function
Pin
Function
Pin
TX_2_P
6
RX_1_P
12
TX_2_N
7
RX_1_N
13
RX_2_P
8
TX_1_P
10
RX_2_N
9
TX_1_N
11
TX_2_P
6
RX_1_P
12
TX_2_N
7
RX_1_N
13
RX_2_P
8
TX_1_P
10
RX_2_N
9
TX_1_N
11
Accessories/Support Equipment
13006-90460: SLICE6 AIR/TSR AIR Chain Module
1
13000-30541: Power supply; 12 VDC, 2.5 A (90-240 VAC in, Molex term)
13000-31490: Cable, SLICE EOC Interface to TSR AIR SYSTEM port (Micro-D 25)
13000-60500: TSR AIR End-of-Chain Device Cable Kit
13000-60501: SLICE6 AIR DAS/TSR AIR Test Device Cable Kit
13000-60530: Cable, 2 TSR AIR daisy chain (2 ft) to EOC (1.5 ft)
13006-90820: Cable, 2 TSR AIR daisy chain (6”) to SYSTEM pigtails (18”)
13006-90840: SLICE6 AIR DAS/TSR AIR Test Device
99000-00418-R: Nut driver, precision, 3/16" hex; 6-1/8"L
1
To connect individual chain modules (P/N 13006-90460) to each other, the standoffs on the socket side
must be removed. Retain the screws for future use. (They are required to use/secure a return plug P/N 13006-90510.)
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Appendix B: Hardware Configuration Specifications
The TSR AIR is typically delivered with a default IP address as follows:
IP address
192.168.4.xx where xx is based on the last two digits of the S/N; for example:
S/N TA0047 = 192.168.4.47
S/N TA0233 = 192.168.4.33
Netmask
255.255.248.0
The calibration data for your equipment identifies the IP address as shipped from the factory.
If the calibration data is not available, try using the default address described in the table
above.
If you need information on the specifics of your equipment, please submit a request through
the DTS Help Center web portal (support.dtsweb.com) and include the serial number(s) of
the equipment and parameters you are asking about.
Using the SLICE Network Configuration Utility
The SLICE Network Configuration Utility (available from the DTS Help Center) can be used
to view or change the unit’s IP address.
Use of the utility requires a network that supports multicast and the workstation running the
utility must also allow it. Confirm that:
•The PC’s Ethernet properties are not using anything that can block multicast; e.g.,
DNE LightWeight Filter.
•The Windows Firewall will allow multicast traffic.
•Any third-party anti-virus software will allow multicast traffic.
1. Open the SLICE Network Configuration Utility.
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2. The software will immediately look for all attached devices and list them in the table.
(You may also click to refresh the list.)
Note: Clicking on for any selected device will cause the unit’s LED to flash.
3. Select the TSR AIR device from the list. The device Settings are shown at the bottom
of the window. The current IP address may or may not match the fallback IP address,
depending on whether DHCP is selected.
Current IP address
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4. To enable DHCP, select the check box then select . Proceed to step 7.
5. To disable DHCP and manually enter IP address and other information, unselect the
check box.
6. Enter the new parameters and select for each item updated. (Note: The MAC
address is not user configurable.)
7. Select to view the settings (optional), then the device.
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