Kemppi DIGITAL CONNECTIVITY MODULE User manual

Digital Connectivity Module (DCM)
Operating manual - EN
DIGITAL CONNECTIVITY MODULE (DCM)
Operating manual
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Digital Connectivity Module (DCM)
Operating manual - EN
CONTENTS
1. General 3
1.1 Equipment description 5
2. Installation 7
2.1 Mounting on equipment 8
2.2 Connecting cables 11
2.3 Installing WeldEye App 12
2.4 Android operating system settings 15
3. Operation 16
3.1 Pairing with mobile device 17
3.2 Settings 18
3.3 Using WeldEye App 21
3.4 During welding 28
3.5 Completing welding tasks with WeldEye App 29
3.6 Synchronizing welding data 30
3.7 Resetting 31
3.8 Disconnecting 32
3.9 Updating DCM 33
4. Technical data 34
5. Ordering codes 35
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1. GENERAL
Kemppi's Digital Connectivity Module (DCM) is a small single-board computer connected directly to the welding power
source or wire feeder. Together with WeldEye App, it collects and synchronizes welding data and adds tools to the work-
flow management, for example, in the form of work orders and welding procedure specifications (WPS). The welding
data collected with DCM is synchronized with the WeldEye welding management software cloud via WeldEye App.
DCM uses wireless Bluetooth technology for communicating with the mobile device.
DCM and WeldEye App are a new alternative for Kemppi's Smart Reader device. It is compatible with the following
Kemppi welding equipment:
•MasterMig 353, 355
•X5 FastMig
•FastMig KMS
•FastMig Pulse
•FastMig M
•FastMig X
•Kemparc
•Kemparc Pulse
•A7 MIG Welder.
DCM also supports non-Kemppi welding equipment through ARC Euro Adapter -CV, ARC Saw Adapter and ARC Univer-
sal Adapter -CV/-TIG.
Important notes
Read the instructions through carefully. For your own safety, and that of your working environment, pay particular atten-
tion to the safety instructions delivered with the equipment.
Items in the manual that require particular attention in order to minimize damage and harm are indicated with the
below symbols. Read these sections carefully and follow their instructions.
Note: Gives the user a useful piece of information.
Caution: Describes a situation that may result in damage to the equipment or system.
Warning: Describes a potentially dangerous situation. If not avoided, it will result in personal damage or fatal injury.
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DISCLAIMER
While every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this guide is accurate and com-
plete, no liability can be accepted for any errors or omissions. Kemppi reserves the right to change the spe-
cification of the product described at any time without prior notice. Do not copy, record, reproduce or transmit
the contents of this guide without prior permission from Kemppi.
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1.1 Equipment description
1. Function button
2. 3 LED indicators
3. CAN connection (5-pin, M12 bus connector)
4. USB connector *
5. Power connector *
6. Ethernet connector *
7. Mounting tape.
*Not needed for normal operation. DCM is powered through the CAN connection.
LEDs explained
a. Red / yellow / green:Additional notification light. (A)
b. Green:Lit when the power is on. (B)
c. Blue:Blinks infrequently when ready and available, blinks more frequently when in "beacon mode", is lit con-
tinuously when a mobile device with the WeldEye App is connected. (C)
Additional requirements
•Bluetooth-enabled mobile device running Android 6.0 (or newer)and WeldEye App
•Internet connection available for the mobile device running WeldEye App
•Kemppi's WeldEye welding management software account.
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EQUIPMENT IDENTIFICATION
Serial number
Serial number of the device is marked on the rating plate or in another distinctive location on the device.
Quick Response (QR) code
The serial number and other device-related identification information may also be saved in the form of a QR
code (or a barcode) on the device. Such code can be read by a smartphone camera or with a dedicated code
reader device providing fast access to the device-specific information.
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2. INSTALLATION
Do not power on the equipment before the installation is complete.
"Mounting on equipment" on the next page
"Connecting cables" on page11
"Installing WeldEye App" on page12
"Android operating system settings" on page15
Before installation
Check the contents of the packages and make sure the parts are not damaged.
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2.1 Mounting on equipment
The DCM device can be fixed on the side of a power source or a wire feeder either with the factory-fitted mounting tape
or with an optional DIN rail.
The mounting tape can be used on any clean and suitable surface. The mounting tape counterparts are attached
together on delivery.
Do not detach the mounting tape counterpart from the DCM device before fixing. This way the mounting tape coun-
terparts are positioned correctly on the installation surface.
Install the DCM device the connectors facing down. This also prevents e.g. dust and impurities from getting into the
connectors.
Fixing with mounting tape
1. Clean the installation surface (where the DCM device is to be fixed).
2. Remove the cover wrappings from the mounting tape counterpart to reveal the adhesive surface. Leave the mount-
ing tape counterparts still attached.
3. Press the DCM device firmly against the installation surface so that the glue sticks.
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4. Let the mounting tape's adhesive cure for 30 minutes.
5. Due to the velcro-type mounting tapes, it is now possible to detach and attach the DCM device if needed.
Mounting on DIN rail (optional)
Note that the rail installation typically requires drilling fixing holes on the fixing surface for the rail itself. This is not
covered by this instruction.
The rear of the DCM box has a groove for the standard DIN rail fixing:
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2.2 Connecting cables
For normal operation, the DCM box requires only the CAN cable to be connected.
Unused DCM connectors are covered. Leave the covers in place.
1. Connect the CAN cable to the power source or to the wire feeder.
2. Connect the other end of the CAN cable to the DCM box. Secure the cable by turning the cable coupling firmly on
the connector threads.
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2.3 Installing WeldEye App
You must have Kemppi's WeldEye welding management software account already in use before signing into
WeldEye App on a mobile device.
1. Scan the QR code below or search for 'WeldEye App' in Google's Play Store.
2. Install the application.
3. Open the application and sign in.
Signing in with WeldEye credentials:
>> Select Sign in.
>> Select Log in manually with email and password.
>> Enter the email address and password associated with your WeldEye account.
Logging in using a QRcode:
>> On a computer, sign in to your WeldEye welding management software cloud.
>> In your WeldEye welding management software, browse to 'Administration > Machine fleet'. In the 'Mobile
devices' tab, select Register a new device.
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>> In the WeldEye App, select Scan QR code and aim the mobile device's camera at the QR code on the computer
screen.
Once the login process is completed, the mobile device as well as the welding equipment connected to the WeldEye
App are associated with your organization in the WeldEye welding management software.
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With some Android mobile device models it is necessary to disable the Android operating system's power saving and
optimizing features for the WeldEye application. Otherwise the operating system may shut down the WeldEye App
processes on the mobile device and therefore prevent welding data transmission. See "Android operating system set-
tings" on the next page for more instructions.
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2.4 Android operating system settings
To prevent the Android operating system's battery saving and optimizing features from automatically shutting down
WeldEye App, please do the following:
Due to the vast amount of Android mobile device makes and models, these instructions are only for generic ref-
erence. For a specific Android device model, please refer to the device manufacturer's instructions.
1. Access your Android mobile device's settings and go to Apps.
2. Select the WeldEye application on the list.
3. Go to the Battery settings.
4. Go to the Optimize battery usage settings.
5. Disable the battery optimization options for the WeldEye application.
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3. OPERATION
"Pairing with mobile device" on the next page
"Settings" on page18
"Using WeldEye App" on page21
"During welding" on page28
"Completing welding tasks with WeldEye App" on page29
"Synchronizing welding data" on page30
"Resetting" on page31
"Disconnecting" on page32
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3.1 Pairing with mobile device
In order to activate the DCM device and to access the welding data collected by the DCM device, a mobile device run-
ning the WeldEye App must be connected to the DCM device via Bluetooth connection.
1. Ensure that the green LEDis lit and that the blue LED blinks infrequently on the DCM box.
2. Open the WeldEye App on your mobile device and select Click to connect. WeldEye App automatically starts
searching available DCM devices.
3. On the list, select the DCM and welding equipment you wish to connect to.
If there are several DCM boxes available to choose from and you are uncertain which is which, you can press the
function button on the DCM box briefly (1 sec.) to turn on its Bluetooth beacon. A blue indicator is shown next to the
device in question.
Once the connection is made, the blue LED on the DCM box is lit continuously. Notice that only one mobile device can
be connected to the DCM at a time.
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3.2 Settings
The "Cable compensation" below and "Diagnostics" on the next page settings in the WeldEye App can be accessed by
clicking the settings icon at the top of the home view.
Cable compensation
1. Click EDIT to access the cable compensation adjustment.
2. Select a value for adjusting by clicking on the corresponding row.
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3. Enter the value.
4. Repeat with the other adjustment value.
5. When ready, click OK.
Diagnostics
This settings view includes information on application version, connected organization, device information, used net-
work connection and available memory, for example.
In the diagnostics view you can also select the log level – INFO for basic information and DEBUG for collecting all inform-
ation available – and export log files.
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To export log files:
>> Select Export log files.
>> Once WeldEye App has finished sending the log information, the log's ID string is shown for later reference.
>> Select Close to exit the log export dialog.
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