norbar T-Box 43543 User manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Analogue Board
(AnB) Module
Part Number 34502 | Issue 1 | Original Instructions (English)
© Norbar Torque Tools Ltd 2022
NORBAR TORQUE TOOLS LTD
Wildmere Road, Banbury,
Oxfordshire, OX16 3JU
UNITED KINGDOM
Tel + 44 (0)1295 270333
Email [e-mail]
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CONTENTS
Introduction 2
Before Use 3
Updates 3
Preparation 3
Assembly and Connections 3
Operation 4
Connecting a Module 4
Configuring Ports 5
Using a Module 7
Disconnecting a Module 9
Select AnB Screen 9
Updating AnB Modules 10
Specification – General 11
Specification – Transducer Interface 12
Smart Transducers 12
Pin Connections 12
Connector Type 12
Specification – Ancillaries 13
Pin Connections 13
Connector Type 13
Connecting Lead 13
Maintenance 14
Calibration 14
Repair 14
Cleaning 14
Product Disposal 14

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INTRODUCTION
The Analogue Board Module offers the convenience to plug in more than 2 transducers into the T-Box™ 2.
It also offers the advantage of being able to place the transducer at a distance to your T-Box™ 2 with no
detrimental effects on the measurement signal.
Analogue Board Module part numbers covered by this manual:
Parts Included
Part Number
Quantity
T-Box™ 2 AnB Module
43543
1
Power Supply Adapter (15V 50W)
39979
1
Micro USB Cable
39905
1
Operators Manual
34502
1
Accessories Available
Part Number
AnB Module to 10-way lead, for Norbar Rotary Transducers
60216.200
AnB 6-way lead, for Norbar Static & Annular Transducers
60217.200
AnB Module to no connector (for non-Norbar Transducers)
60223.200
Extensive range of Torque Transducers
Contact Norbar
Serial Data Lead Kit
60248
NOTE: The suffix after the lead part number indicates the length of the lead in cm, thus
XXXXX.200 = 2 metres. If Transducer leads are required of a non-standard length,
the new suffix must be added to the part number when ordering (to the nearest metre).

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BEFORE USE
Please read the T-Box™ 2 operators manual (34474) in conjunction with this manual. The most up to date
version of the T-Box™ 2 operators manual can be found here:
https://www.norbar.com/Media/Manuals
Updates
For the latest version of the T-Box™ 2 software please visit here:
https://www.norbar.com/Downloads/Software-Download/T-Box-2
Preparation
WARNING: IF THE EQUIPMENT IS USED IN A MANNER NOT SPECIFIED BY THE
MANUFACTURER, THE PROTECTION PROVIDED BY THE EQUIPMENT MAY
BE IMPAIRED
Assembly and Connections
15 Way D-Sub
(Ancillary)
Micro USB
10 Way
(Transducer)
15V DC Input

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OPERATION
Connecting a Module
To connect an external AnB module, first ensure that the T-Box™ 2 is either turned off, or idle (both screens
sat on the main menu).
Next simply plug the power chord into the module, then connect the USB cable to the T-Box™ 2. If the
T-Box™ 2 was off, you can now turn it on.
For the next steps, see Configuring Ports below:
NOTE: External AnB modules are USB devices, so they are compatible with USB hubs, if you
need to use a hub to gain additional USB ports (for instance, to connect an AnB module
along with an external keyboard and mouse). Make sure the hub is a good quality, modern
version with at least USB 2.0 support. Beware of poor-quality cables or poor-quality hubs
that could cause reliability issues.
NOTE: Because they are USB devices, you could also use USB extension cables with external
AnB modules, facilitating connecting T-Box™ 2 to transducers that are quite some
distance away, for instance in another room.
NOTE: The external AnB module does not rely on the USB bus for power, however, other devices
on the bus might. If using a non-powered USB hub (a USB hub without an external power
supply), be mindful of overloading the hub and causing problems.
NOTE: You can connect multiple external AnB modules to the T-Box™ 2, if you require. The limit
is how many available ports there are to be assigned.
T-Box™ 2
USB Ports

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Configuring Ports
Every AnB module, whether internal or external,
needs a port designation. The two ports already
inside the T-Box™ 2 are permanently assigned
port 1 & 2. When connecting new external AnB
modules, you will need to select a port yourself.
To do this, head to the Settings > System Info
screen. If you connected the external AnB
module while the T-Box™ 2 was off, you should
see three AnB modules listed instead of the usual
two. Otherwise, press the Refresh button in the
upper right corner of the window to detect the
newly connected AnB. You should see the new
AnB module has “-1” listed as a port designation,
indicating it needs to be set.
Select the module and press the new “Set Port”
button at the bottom right of the screen. You will
then be offered a list of port numbers to choose
from.

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It doesn’t matter what number you choose, but
probably, it would be logical to select port “3”, if
this is your first external AnB module, considering
the two internal ports are 1 & 2. If you add more,
you can use up more of the numbers.
NOTE: You can change port numbers as often as you wish; just select the AnB module and use
the Set Port button again.
NOTE: You cannot change port numbers for the internal AnB modules (ports 1 & 2).
NOTE: You cannot pick port numbers that are actively in use by any external AnB module; they
will appear greyed out in the port list. If you want to reassign a port number that is already
assigned to a connected AnB module, disconnect the AnB module first by following the
disconnection procedure. (So, to reassign port 3 to another AnB module, disconnect the
module assigned to port 3 first). Alternatively, temporarily pick a different port number for
it if one is spare, to free up the port number you want to reassign.
NOTE: You cannot pick the same port number for more than one external AnB module at a time. If
you already had port 3 assigned to one module, then it will be deassigned from that one
before assignment to the new one. The UI will warn you this is happening. When you next
connect the original AnB module, it will have no port and you will need to select one.
NOTE: You should not be using any AnB module when setting ports (no graphing or measuring
tasks active; the other screen should be sat at the main menu).

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Using a Module
After ports are configured, the external AnB
module is ready to use. You should now see
three AnB modules listed in the AnB Selection
screen, instead of the usual two.
Now everything is ready, you can just use the
T-box™ 2 normally. The external AnB modules
work exactly the same as the existing hardware
in the T-Box™ 2, so you already know how to use
them.
NOTE: If you did not yet set a port
number, the external module
will be flashing a warning on
the screen to set the port (it
looks the same as when an
AnB firmware update is required,
and in the same way, if you select
it, will open a popup message that
offers to take you to the System
Info screen to set the port).

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Similarly, to use external AnB modules for
graphing, you should see the additional port
designation appearing as an option when
choosing which data source you’re using for each
axis.
NOTE: If you did not yet set a port number,
a popup warning will occur when
trying to open the Graphing screen
(it looks the same as when an AnB
firmware update is required, and in
the same way, will take you to the
System Info screen to set the port).
NOTE: Using Graphing screens, it is
theoretically possible to
simultaneously capture graph data
from up to 4 different transducers
at once (using 4 AnB modules, two
per each screen). This will tax the
T-Box™ 2 quite heavily and is not
recommended at high sample
rates.

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Disconnecting a Module
To disconnect an external AnB module, it’s important to stop using it first. You can ensure this is the case
either by returning both task windows to the main menu screen, or by turning the T-Box™ 2 off.
At this point, the module should be idle and you can unplug the AnB module’s USB cable. When you next
refresh the list of available AnB modules on the AnB selection screen, or use the Graphing screen, the
external AnB module will no longer be present as an option.
NOTE: You should power off/disconnect any equipment attached to the external AnB module’s
ancillary port before disconnecting the external AnB module.
NOTE: If you remove the AnB module while it is in use, you risk rendering it inoperable until the
T-Box™ 2 is restarted, and unpredictable behaviour from the user interface and the AnB
module itself. This may include unpredictable behaviour of any equipment connected to
the AnB ancillary port at the time. Only remove the external AnB module when it is not
actively in use. If an AnB module is accidentally removed while in use, the T-Box™ 2 user
interface will attempt to gracefully close any task(s) that were using it, but you will lose
any unsaved data from those tasks.
Select AnB Screen
The T-Box™ 2 contains two inbuilt AnB (analogue board) modules, allowing for simultaneous reading of two
transducers.
The Select AnB menu is used to select one of the two AnB (transducer) ports for measurement and is opened
when the user wishes to use the Measure Screen. Once selected you will be taken to the Measure Screen.
The example below shows a torque transducer (500 N·m) connected to AnB port 1 and a force transducer (50
N) attached to AnB port 2.
If you wish to measure from both transducers simultaneously, use the second window to open a second
Measure screen and select the other AnB for that screen.
To select a transducer just tap on it. If you remove or connect transducers, press REFRESH to update the
changes on the screen.

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Updating the AnB Modules
1. From the Select Task screen tap Settings.
2. Now Tap System Info; the AnB modules should be listed in a table.
3. Compare each AnB firmware version with the “Latest AnB Firmware” field in the System Information
panel. Outdated AnB modules will also have a yellow warning in the Firmware column stating as such.
4. Tap the AnB module to you want to update.
5. Select Update Firmware.
6. Click ‘I Understand’ on the warning screen.
7. Wait for Update to complete. Do not turn off the T-Box™ 2 or close the T-Box™ 2 UI during the update.
8. If you get an Error at the end of the update Restart the T-Box™ 2.
9. Check version Numbers of AnB module.
10. Repeat steps 3 - 7 for another AnB module.

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SPECIFICATION – GENERAL
Part Number
Dimensions (mm)
A
B
ØC
D
E
F
G
43543
173
147
Ø5.2
18
70
25.4
28.2
Operating Temperature Range: +5°C to +40°C.
Storage Temperature Range: -20°C to +70°C.
Maximum Operating Humidity: 85% Relative Humidity @30°C.
Power Supply Adapter: 100 to 240 V A.C. at 50 - 60 Hz input.
15 V, 3.36 A D.C. output (centre positive).
Weight: 0.36 kg (AnB only, no cables or power supply)
Case Housing Materials / Finish: Material: 6082 Aluminium
Finish: Natural
Case Lid Materials / Finish: Material: PA2200 Nylon
Finish: Nickel based conductive spray paint
Environmental Protection: IP40
Environment : Indoor use within a light industrial environment.
Electromagnetic Compatibility: Designed to comply with EN 61326-1
(EMC) Directive
Low Voltage Directive: Designed to comply with EN 61010-1
NOTE: Due to continuous improvement all specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

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SPECIFICATION – TRANSDUCER INTERFACE
Smart Transducers
Norbar ‘SMART’ transducers store the calibration data; they are available in 4 types:
Suffix
‘SMART’ Transducer Description
Integral Angle
Encoder?
Calibration
mV/V Figure
Supplied
XXXXX.IND
No
mV/V
Yes
XXXXX.INDA
Yes
mV/V
Yes
XXXXX.LOG
No
With a T-Box™ 2 in
torque units
Yes
XXXXX.LOGA
Yes
With a T-Box™ 2 in
torque units
Yes
For additional accuracy SMART transducers can be factory programmed with a second-degree polynomial,
so any slight errors can be reduced. These transducers are identified as ‘linearised’ on the transducer
information screen.
Pin Connections
Pin No
Function
1
+ve transducer excitation.
2
-ve transducer excitation.
3
+ve transducer signal.
4
-ve transducer signal.
5
Digital 0 volts.
6
Digital +5 volts for transducer selected, digital 0 volts when not selected.
7
Rotary transducer angle input (Channel A).
8
Rotary transducer angle input (Channel B).
9
Serial clock (SMART memory).
10
Serial data (SMART memory).
Connector Type
10-way ‘Push-Pull’ style panel socket.

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SPECIFICATION - ANCILLARIES
The Ancillaries connector contains inputs and outputs for connection to external equipment.
Pin Connections
Pin No
Function
1
Digital +5 V (maximum current 5 mA).
2
External PRINT / RESET Input (Active High).
3
Low Limit Torque Output.
4
Pass Limit Torque Output.
5
High Limit Torque Output.
6
Low Limit Angle Output.
7
Pass Limit Angle Output.
8
High Limit Angle Output.
9
Digital 0 V.
10
Tool Stop Output.
11
Analogue Output.
12
Analogue Output 2.5 V.
13
Analogue Output 0 V reference (Do not connect to a noisy electrical ground).
14
External Snug Trigger Input.
15
Not Used.
Connector Type
9-way male ‘D’ type connector.
Connecting Lead
A 9-way female to 9-way female null modem connecting lead is required for connection to a PC with a 9-way
male connector.

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MAINTENANCE
Calibration
Your instrument has been supplied with a clockwise certificate of calibration. To maintain the specified
accuracy, it is recommended that the instrument is recalibrated at least once per year. Recalibration should
be carried out by the supplier or by a supplier approved agent, where all the facilities to ensure the
instrument is functioning at maximum accuracy are available.
Repair
Repair should be carried out by the supplier or by a supplier approved agent, where all the facilities to
ensure the instrument is functioning at maximum accuracy are available.
Cleaning
Do not use abrasives or solvent-based cleaners.
Product Disposal
This symbol on the product indicates that it must not be disposed of in the general waste.
Please dispose of according to your local recycling laws and regulations.
Contact your distributor or see the Norbar website (www.norbar.com) for further recycling information.

OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Analogue Board
(AnB) Module
Part Number 34502 | Issue 1 | Original Instructions (English)
© Norbar Torque Tools Ltd 2022
NORBAR TORQUE TOOLS LTD
Wildmere Road, Banbury,
Oxfordshire, OX16 3JU
UNITED KINGDOM
Tel + 44 (0)1295 270333
Email [e-mail]
For the most up-to-date
version of the Operator’s
Manual, please scan the
QR code below.
www.norbar.com
To find your local Norbar
company or distributor,
please scan the QR code
below.