GO Systemelektronik BlueBox T4 User manual

Manual
BlueBox T4
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Manufacturer’s declaration
When installing the system it is necessary to ensure correct electrical connection, protection against moisture
and foreign bodies and excessive condensation, and system heating which can arise from both correct and
incorrect use. It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure that the correct installation conditions are pro-
vided.
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Creation date: 19.3.2019
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Table of contents
1 Overview..........................................................................................................................................................................................................6
1.1 Meaning of the Safety Instructions ........................................................................................................................................................7
1.2 Essential Properties of the BlueBox System..........................................................................................................................................7
1.3 Technical Data BlueBox T4 ....................................................................................................................................................................9
1.4 Technical Data BlueBox T4 Basic ........................................................................................................................................................10
1.5 Notes on the Current Outputs ..............................................................................................................................................................11
1.6 Notes on the Pulse Inputs.....................................................................................................................................................................11
1.7 Notes on the Storage Space Management of the NANDrive™............................................................................................................12
2 Notes on Operation.......................................................................................................................................................................................13
3 Installation ....................................................................................................................................................................................................14
3.1 Mounting of the BlueBox ......................................................................................................................................................................14
3.2 Connections BlueBox T4.......................................................................................................................................................................15
3.2.1 Connection Options BlueBox T4...................................................................................................................................................15
3.2.2 Connector Pin Assignment at the BlueBox T4.............................................................................................................................16
3.3 Connections BlueBox T4 Basic.............................................................................................................................................................18
3.3.1 Connection Options BlueBox T4 Basic.........................................................................................................................................18
3.3.2 Connector Pin Assignment at the BlueBox T4 Basic ...................................................................................................................19
3.4 Connecting of the Power Supply..........................................................................................................................................................20
3.5 LAN Connection.....................................................................................................................................................................................21
3.6 Notes on the IP Protection Code ..........................................................................................................................................................21
3.7 CAN-bus Termination at the BlueBox..................................................................................................................................................22
3.8 Jumper Position RS-232/RS-485 and RS-485 Termination at the BlueBox .......................................................................................22
4 Connection of Modules.................................................................................................................................................................................23
4.1 Connection with M12 Cable Plug .........................................................................................................................................................23
4.1.1 CAN-Bus Cable to M12 Cable Plug ...............................................................................................................................................24
4.2 Connection with Spring Clips ...............................................................................................................................................................24
4.3 Termination of the CAN-Bus.................................................................................................................................................................25
4.4 Checking the Termination....................................................................................................................................................................26
5 Active CAN Repeater .....................................................................................................................................................................................27
6 The Configuration Data Sheet .....................................................................................................................................................................28
7 Switching On the BlueBox and Password Input .........................................................................................................................................30
8 The Menu Operation .....................................................................................................................................................................................32
8.1 Parameter Display................................................................................................................................................................................32
8.1.1 Parameter Display 1-way .............................................................................................................................................................33
8.1.2 Parameter Display 6-way .............................................................................................................................................................34
8.1.3 Parameter Display 8-way (Tiles)..................................................................................................................................................35
8.2 Main menu.............................................................................................................................................................................................36
8.2.1 System menu.................................................................................................................................................................................37
8.2.1.1 Network menu.......................................................................................................................................................................38
8.2.1.1.1 IP-Address Input .................................................................................................................................................................39
8.2.1.1.2 IP-Netmask Input ..........................................................................................................................................................40
8.2.1.1.3 Gateway IP-Address Input (Default Gateway).............................................................................................................41
8.2.1.1.4 Time Server Input ..........................................................................................................................................................42
8.2.1.1.5 Internet Settings............................................................................................................................................................43
8.2.1.1.5.1 UDP Settings ..........................................................................................................................................................44
8.2.1.1.5.1.1 Setting IP Address (UDP) ...............................................................................................................................45
8.2.1.1.5.1.2 Setting Password of the Encryption .............................................................................................................46

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8.2.1.1.5.2 Gateway Settings (Internet)..................................................................................................................................47
8.2.1.1.5.2.1 Input Gateway Settings (Internet) ................................................................................................................48
8.2.1.1.5.2.2 Input Gateway Password (Internet) .............................................................................................................48
8.2.1.1.5.3 DynDns Settings.....................................................................................................................................................49
8.2.1.1.5.3.1 DynDNS Settings Input ..................................................................................................................................50
8.2.1.1.6 DNS Server Input ...........................................................................................................................................................51
8.2.1.1.7 Info Network ..................................................................................................................................................................52
8.2.1.2 Time menu.............................................................................................................................................................................52
8.2.1.2.1 Date Input ......................................................................................................................................................................53
8.2.1.2.2 Time of the Day Input ....................................................................................................................................................53
8.2.1.2.3 Time Drift Input..............................................................................................................................................................54
8.2.1.2.4 Time Zone Input.............................................................................................................................................................54
8.2.1.3 Shutdown...............................................................................................................................................................................55
8.2.1.4 Modem menu / Modem Settings ..........................................................................................................................................56
8.2.1.4.1 Modem Port Setup.........................................................................................................................................................57
8.2.1.4.2 Input of the Modem PIN number ..................................................................................................................................57
8.2.1.4.3 Mode Type Settings.......................................................................................................................................................58
8.2.1.4.4 UMTS Settings................................................................................................................................................................59
8.2.1.4.4.1 UMTS Settings Input..............................................................................................................................................60
8.2.1.4.5 Modem Info (UMTS) .......................................................................................................................................................61
8.2.1.5 GPS Menu...............................................................................................................................................................................61
8.2.1.5.1 GPS Port Setup ..............................................................................................................................................................62
8.2.1.6 Display ...................................................................................................................................................................................63
8.2.1.7 Language Settings ................................................................................................................................................................64
8.2.2 Sensor List .....................................................................................................................................................................................65
8.2.2.1 Sensor menus ........................................................................................................................................................................66
8.2.2.1.1 Calibration.....................................................................................................................................................................67
8.2.2.1.2 Table Display (Sensor Values) ......................................................................................................................................68
8.2.2.1.3 Diagram Display (Sensor Values).................................................................................................................................68
8.2.2.1.4 Sensor Info .....................................................................................................................................................................69
8.2.2.1.5 Interval and Average.....................................................................................................................................................70
8.2.3 Actuator List ..................................................................................................................................................................................71
8.2.3.1 Actuator menu.......................................................................................................................................................................72
8.2.3.1.1 Set Actuator menu.........................................................................................................................................................72
8.2.3.1.2 Diagram Display (Actuator)..........................................................................................................................................73
8.2.3.1.3 Actuator Info ..................................................................................................................................................................73
8.2.4 Service Mode (Maintenance) ........................................................................................................................................................74
8.2.5 User Variables ...............................................................................................................................................................................75
8.2.6 Help menu .....................................................................................................................................................................................76
8.2.6.1 System Information...............................................................................................................................................................76
8.2.7 Current Output ..............................................................................................................................................................................77
Appendix A – Adjustment of the Touch Display..............................................................................................................................................79
Appendix B – Calibrating of a pH Sensor .......................................................................................................................................................80
Appendix C – Calibration of a Galvanic Oxygen Sensor ................................................................................................................................84
Appendix D – BlueGate Server Configuration Example.................................................................................................................................86
Appendix E – Measurement Data Transmission with the Program USBImport ..........................................................................................87
Appendix F – Opening of a BlueBox Housing.................................................................................................................................................88
Appendix G – Older Power Supply 150 W Switch 110/230 VAC......................................................................................................................89
Appendix H – Mainboard Connections BlueBox T4 .......................................................................................................................................91
Appendix I – Mainboard Connections BlueBox T4 Basic...............................................................................................................................93
Appendix J – Status Messages ........................................................................................................................................................................95
Appendix K – EU Declaration of Conformity BlueBox T4...............................................................................................................................96

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1 Overview
The BlueBox is available in four versions, as BlueBox T4, BlueBox T4 Basic, BlueBox TS and BlueBox TC.
This manual describes the versions T4 and T4 Basic, different properties of the other versions are de-
scribed in separate manuals.
The version of the BlueBox is documented on the delivery note. The serial number of BlueBox is on the type
label on the right side of the housing.
The products of GO Systemelektronik are constantly being developed, therefore deviations between this
manual and the delivered product can result. Please understand that no legal claims can be derived from the
contents of this manual.
Comparison BlueBox T3∗– T4 Basic – T4
Device BlueBox T3∗BlueBox T4 Basic BlueBox T4
Data storage
Standard size 256 MB 512 MB
Optional sizes various 2 GB
Display
Touch panel, LCD monochrome 240 x 128 pixel 
up to Serial No. T40199
Touch panel, LCD colour 480 x 272 pixel (65536 colours) 
from Serial No. T40200 
Interfaces
1x RS-232/RS-485 (Modbus RTU) 
1x CAN 
1x Ethernet 10 or 100 Mbit/s 
1x USB 
2x 4 – 20 mA Current output optional 
2x Pulse input 
2x Relay output 48 V/0.5 A 
1x 12 VDC/6 W integrated power supply for sensors with
RS-232/RS-485 port optional
HSPA/LTE, ISDN, analogue optional
Number of virtual sensors
Standard 5 5 10
Optional 10/20/50/100 10/20/50/100 20/50/100
∗The BlueBox T3 is an old version and no longer available.

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1.1 Meaning of the Safety Instructions
Danger: Used if non-observance threatens serious injury or death.
Warning: Used if non-observance threatens slight injuries or serious
property damage.
Caution: Used if non-observance threatens minor property damage.
Used for general safety instructions.
Symbol of safety instruction relating to the use of electricity.
1.2 Essential Properties of the BlueBox System
The BlueBox is the central element of the BlueBox system. The BlueBox system is a modular measurement
and control system.
The BlueBox is connected to sensors and actuators using CAN (Controller Area Network) technology.
The BlueBox is equipped with the usual interfaces for data processing and communication.
•Due to its modular design, the BlueBox system can handle almost all measurement and control functions.
•More than 200 sensors and actuators can be connected to a BlueBox. Connection is via sensor modules
and actuator modules1.
•In addition to sensors and actuators from our own product range, we also integrate products from almost
all other manufacturers.
•The sensor and actuator modules can be placed decentralized in bus or star architecture2over distances
of up to 1000 meters (optionally also longer).
•Measurement data transmission and communication via Ethernet, Internet, mobile radio (HSPA/LTE)3,
telephone line (ISDN, analogue)3, EMC or Modbus (RS-232 / RS-485), current outputs (4 - 20 mA).
•In mobile use of the BlueBox, it is possible to connect a GPS receiver for continuous position determina-
tion.
1It is possible to connect multiple sensors/actuators to one module.
2A star circuit can only be used with a repeater (see 5 Active CAN Repeater).
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System setup:
Network setup:

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1.3 Technical Data BlueBox T4
Computer: PC 104, 800 MHz
Operation system: Embedded Linux®
Main memory 512 MB
Display: Touch panel 95 mm x 54 mm; 480 x 272 pixel; colour
Storage media: Industrial NANDrive™ 512 Mb; 2 GB
Mechanical data: Housing dimensions: 280 mm x 170 mm x 90 mm (W x L x H)
Weight: approx. 2.5 kg
IP code (housing): IP65
Die-cast aluminium housing, powder coated
Colour: RAL 5010
Voltage supply:
Nominal voltage: 24 VDC (18 V – 28 V) 1
Power supply:
Switch-on power: T4: 51 W; TS und TC: 76 W
Operation power: T4: max. 15 W; TS und TC: max. 18 W
additionally up to 45 W for CAN-bus modules powered by the BlueBox 2
additional up to 6 W with sensor power supply via the serial interface connection
Interfaces:
1x CAN
2x Relay output contact load 48 V/0.5 A
1x USB (not TS and TC)
1x Ethernet 10 or 100 Mbit/s
1x RS-232 or RS-485 (half-duplex) optional with 12 VDC power supply
2x current output 4 mA – 20 mA
2x Pulse input3switching current approx. 6 mA
measurement range up to 20 kHz
switchable to static
Modem (optional): HSPA/LTE | ISDN | analogue
Ambient conditions: Ambient temperature: Storage: -10 °C to +50 °C
Operation: -20 °C to +45 °C
avoid direct sunlight
Relative humidity: ≤ 90 % (annual average)
To protect the device and to ensure the proper functioning of the device, the specified ambient conditions
must be strictly adhered to!
1The connected CAN-bus modules receive their power from the BlueBox. Some modules have a constricted input range, so
there is a input voltage tolerance of ± 10 %.
2CAN-bus modules can also be supplied directly via the power supply unit. 3see also 1.6 Notes on the Pulse Inputs
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1.4 Technical Data BlueBox T4 Basic
Computer: PC 104, 800 MHz
Operation system: Embedded Linux®
Main memory 512 MB
Display colour:
Touch panel 95 mm x 54 mm; 480 x 272 pixel
Display monochrome:
Touch panel 95 mm x 60 mm; 240 x 128 pixel
Storage media:
Industrial NANDrive™ 512 Mb; 2 GB
Mechanical data: Housing dimensions: 280 mm x 170 mm x 90 mm (W x L x H)
Weight: approx. 2.5 kg
IP code (housing): IP65
Die-cast aluminium housing, powder coated
Colour: RAL 5010
Voltage supply: Nominal voltage: 24 VDC (18 V – 28 V) 1
Power supply: Switch-on power: 51 W
Operation power: max. 15 W
additionally up to 45 W for CAN-bus modules powered by the BlueBox 2
Interfaces:
1x CAN
1x USB
1x Ethernet 10 or 100 Mbit/s
1x RS-232 or RS-485 (half-duplex)
2x current output 4 mA – 20 mA
Modem (optional):
HSPA/LTE | ISDN | analogue
Ambient conditions:
Temperature: Storage: -10 °C to +50 °C
Operation: -20 °C to +45 °C
avoid direct sunlight
Relative humidity: ≤ 90 % (annual average)
To protect the device and to ensure the proper functioning of the device, the specified ambient conditions
must be strictly adhered to!
1The connected CAN-bus modules receive their power from the BlueBox. Some modules have a constricted input range, so
there is a input voltage tolerance of ± 10 %.
2CAN-bus modules can also be supplied directly via the power supply unit.
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