SKF 15V-090-00102-200 User manual

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SKF Microlog Analyzer dBX
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Part Number 15V-090-00102-200
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Table of contents
1Safety messages ............................................................................ 4
1.1 Personnel safety .............................................................................................4
1.2 Device safety ..................................................................................................5
1.3 Energized equipment......................................................................................5
1.4 Hazardous locations .......................................................................................5
1.5 No Submersion / Immersion ...........................................................................5
1.6 Avoid damage and injury ................................................................................5
1.7 Avoid battery compartment exposure.............................................................6
2Product description .......................................................................7
2.1 Introduction .....................................................................................................7
2.2 Front view .......................................................................................................8
2.2.1 Keypad .............................................................................................8
2.3 Top view........................................................................................................10
2.3.1 Connectors.....................................................................................10
2.4 Side view.......................................................................................................12
2.5 Rear view ......................................................................................................13
2.6 Battery installation ........................................................................................14
2.7 Turning on the Microlog Analyzer dBX.........................................................16
2.8 Charging the battery .....................................................................................17
3Product specifications.................................................................18
3.1 Technical data...............................................................................................18
3.2 Certifications .................................................................................................19
3.3 Product label.................................................................................................20
4Electrical waste ............................................................................ 21
5Calibration and repair .................................................................. 22
Appendix A Limited Warranty........................................................... 23
Appendix B End User License Agreement ......................................24
Appendix C Federal Communications Commission Interface
Statement...................................................................................... 27

SAFETY MESSAGES
Personnel safety
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1 Safety messages
1.1 Personnel safety
•Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair,
clothing, and gloves away from moving parts.
•Do not overreach. Always keep proper footing and balance to enable better
control of the device during unexpected situations.
•Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Non-slip safety shoes,
hard hat and hearing protection must be used in the appropriate settings.
•Do not repair or adjust energized equipment alone, under any circumstances.
Someone capable of providing first aid must always be present for your
safety.
•Persons working on or near high-voltage equipment should be familiar with
approved industrial first-aid methods.
•Never open or work on energised electrical systems unless authorised by a
responsible authority. Energized electrical systems are dangerous and
electric shocks from energized systems can be fatal. Always ensure that the
necessary permission or permit to work has been obtained before
commencing any work.
•Always obtain first aid or medical attention immediately after sustaining an
injury. Never neglect an injury, no matter how superficial it initially seems.
Warning! Your safety is extremely important! Read and follow all warnings
in this document before handling and operating the equipment. You can be
seriously injured, and equipment and data can be damaged if you do not follow
the safety warnings.
Warning! Warning messages can alert you to an operating procedure,
practice, condition, or statement that must be strictly observed to prevent
equipment damage or destruction, or corruption or loss of data.
Important! Important messages means that there is a risk of product or
property damage if the instruction is not heeded.

SAFETY MESSAGES
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1.2 Device safety
•If the device has been dropped, check for damage before using. Device
service must be performed only by qualified SKF repair personnel.
•Do not attempt to open the device (except for changing batteries).
•Use only accessories recommended or provided by SKF or the manufacturer.
•Connect only compatible USB devices to USB Port A on the Microlog
Analyzer dBX. Devices that are not USB 2.0 or later compliant may damage
the USB Port.
1.3 Energized equipment
Never work on energized equipment unless authorized by a responsible authority.
Energized electrical equipment is dangerous. Electrical shock from energized
equipment can cause death. If you must perform authorized emergency work on
energized equipment, be sure that you comply strictly with approved safety
regulations.
1.4 Hazardous locations
Hazardous instructions are included with this device and must be followed in
accordance with the safety instructions provided with device.
1.5 No Submersion / Immersion
This equipment has been designed to be splash and dust resistant. However, avoid
direct contact with water, wet surfaces, or condensing humidity. If the instrument is
subjected to these conditions, adverse operation may result, and there is a risk of
serious injury or damage should electrical shock or fire occurs. Allow the instrument
to dry thoroughly before operation. Do not open the battery compartment in locations
where contact with water or other contaminants may occur.
1.6 Avoid damage and injury
To avoid costly damage to the instrument or injury from a falling instrument, place the
device on a solid stable surface when not in use and do not place any heavy objects
on it.
Use a damp, clean cloth for cleaning. Do not use cleaning fluids, abrasives, or
aerosols. They could cause damage, fire, or electrical shock.

SAFETY MESSAGES
Avoid battery compartment exposure
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1.7 Avoid battery compartment exposure
Do not open the battery compartment in a hazardous area, or in locations where
contact with water or other contaminants may occur.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Introduction
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2.1 Introduction
Microlog Analyzer dBX is a portable condition monitoring system that uses hybrid,
keypad and touchscreen navigation based on a Microsoft Windows operating
system.
The dBX Series Microlog system is used by machinery maintenance personnel who
wish to collect and analyse vibration data from their rotating machinery, to help
reduce maintenance costs and downtime.
A dBX Series Microlog System consists of three components:
•Microlog dBX Vibration Analyser
•Application modules installed on the Microlog Vibration Analyser
•A host computer with SKF @ptitude Analyst software and the TCT.dBX thin
client transfer utility
Note: If the SKF @ptitude Analyst software is hosted on the cloud, only
TCT.dBX is required on the host computer, along with the end point
connection information to access the @ptitude Analyst Transaction Service.
The Microlog Analyzer dBX data collector is a portable, four channel data acquisition
and storage terminal. It collects machinery vibration, temperature, and other
condition monitoring measurements. Together with visual observations, Microlog
Analyzer dBX allows for detailed machine condition analyses in a harsh industrial
environment.
The Microlog Analyzer dBX, with its preinstalled and licensed modules, performs all
the tasks required for machinery predictive maintenance. It automatically collects
both dynamic (vibration) and static (process) measurements from almost any source,
it provides easy to use setup screens for quickly capturing data related to specific
applications, such as balancing, etc., and it allows you to configure up to twelve
measurements for automatic data collection at one sensor location.
This manual gives a general introduction to the Microlog Analyzer dBX. It
provides an overview of the layout, keypad, connectors, and other hardware
features. Details of the individual operation of each function are described in
separate user manual.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Front view
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2.2 Front view
Figure 1 Microlog Analyzer dBX –front view
1. Keypad
2. 10.1 inch (25.6 cm) Colour LCD touch screen
2.2.1 Keypad
The graphic below locates and identifies Microlog Analyzer dBX keypad functions.
The keypad uses backlight to enhance the visibility of the keypad in various
brightness levels.
Figure 2 Microlog Analyzer dBX –keypad
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1. Power key –Turn the device on or off
a. When the device is off, press once to turn the power on
The power key backlight will light on
b. When the device is on, press for 1 second to turn on or off the LCD
screen
c. When the device is on, press and hold for 3 seconds to start the
shutdown procedure
d. When the device is on, press and hold for 10 seconds to conduct a
force shutdown, which means the power cuts without a proper
shutdown procedure. Perform a force shutdown only when you have
a problem performing a normal shutdown
2. Zoom in key –Zoom in a plot or user-defined
3. Cursor toggling key –Change the type of cursor or user-defined
4. Menu key –Select the main menu
a. Use the OK key to open a menu
b. Use the Right and Left navigation keys to select other menu items
5. Navigation keys –Use these keys to navigate throughout the program on the
following occasions:
a. Move the cursor to the left or right
b. Move the focus to a list of options
c. Select an active window
6. OK key
a. Enter or confirm a selection
b. Call out the trace setup menu
7. Cancel key
a. Exit or abort from a menu
b. Backspace when entering a string
8. Right click key –Opens the right-click menu
9. Zoom out key –Zoom out a plot or user define
10. Start/Stop key –Use this key to start or stop a measurement

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Top view
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2.3 Top view
Figure 3 Microlog Analyzer dBX –top view
1. Four BNC channel connectors
•Channel one –CH1
•Channel two –CH2
•Channel three –CH3
•Channel four –CH4
2. All channel connector
3. Trigger and power connector
4. USB Port –A connector
2.3.1 Connectors
On top of the Microlog Analyzer dBX is a series of connectors to provide an interface
to acquire external signals (usually from your sensors), power supply or output
communications with external devices like a computer.
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Important! Microlog Analyzer dBX connectors use a locking mechanism for
secure connections. To disconnect cables from the Microlog’s connectors, pull
gently on the lower portion of the connector as illustrated below.
Figure 4 How to disconnect the connectors

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The BNC connectors provide a convenient sensor connection when you need to
connect four separate sensors to your Microlog dBX.
•CH1 –BNC connector for the Analog input channel 1, AC/DC/ICP coupling
•CH2 –BNC connector for the Analog input channel 2, AC/DC/ICP coupling
•CH3 –BNC connector for the Analog input channel 3, AC/DC/ICP coupling
•CH4 –BNC connector for the Analog input channel 4, AC/DC/ICP coupling
•All CH –6 pins Fischer connector connecting to CH 1, 2, 3 and 4
Figure 5 All CH (Fischer DBPE 103A-056-130)
1. Channel 1
2. Channel 2
3. NC
4. Channel 4
5. Analog Gnd
6. Channel 3
•TRIG/PWR –7 pins Fischer connector for connecting to an external triggering
source (usually a tachometer). This connector is also used for external power
supply
Figure 6 TRIG/PWR (Fischer DBPE 103A-057-130)
1. EXT-DC-IN
2. NC
3. NC
4. Digital Gnd
5. EXT-TRIG-AUX
6. NC
7. +5 V-Tacho-Out

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Side view
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•USB –Type A USB socket, providing a USB 3.1 connection to external
devices. Connect the supplied USB cable between the Microlog’s USB
Device connector and your host computer’s USB port connector to
synchronise data files between Microlog dBX and computer host software.
Note: Connect only compatible USB devices to USB Port A. For more
information, refer to Device safety.
For more information, refer to the SKF Microlog Analyzer dBX User Manual.
2.4 Side view
Figure 7 Microlog Analyzer dBX –side view
1. Side view with stand open
2. Left side
3. Right side
4. Hand strap and neck strap
holders
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2.5 Rear view
Figure 8 Microlog Analyzer dBX –rear view
1. Camera
2. LED flash
3. RFID reader
4. Screw hole for tripod stand
5. Cover and battery
compartment 1
6. Cover and battery
compartment 2
7. Foldable stand
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Battery installation
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2.6 Battery installation
Figure 9 Battery installation - step 1
Figure 10 Battery installation –step 2

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Figure 11 Battery installation –step 3
Figure 12 Battery installation –step 4

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Turning on the Microlog Analyzer dBX
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Figure 13 Battery installation –step 5
2.7 Turning on the Microlog Analyzer dBX
Press the power key to turn on your Microlog Analyzer dBX. After a few seconds, the
home screen displays the available operating modules.
Figure 14 Microlog Analyzer dBX –home screen
The number of icons depends on your device version and associated options.
At the top right corner, you can see the language code, date and time, and the
battery indicator. To run an application, using the navigation keys, select an icon and
press OK or double tap the respective icon.

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Charging the battery
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2.8 Charging the battery
Before using the Microlog Analyzer dBX for the first time, charge the Microlog
batteries for at least 6 hours to ensure the battery is fully charged.
The Microlog Analyzer dBX is designed to operate continuously for up to 10 hours
with a pair of fully charged batteries in typical operating environments.
Note: The actual per-charge life can vary drastically depending on conditions,
equipment options, and usage patterns.
To charge your Microlog Analyzer dBX, plug the AC power adapter/battery charger
connector to the 7-pin connector (TRIG/PWR) of your Microlog Analyzer dBX.
The AC power adapter/battery charger unit accepts 100 ~ 200 V AC power. During
the charging process, if you turn the device on, you’ll notice that the battery level
indicator lights in red. The device casing gets a bit warmer during charging.
Figure 15 Connect charger
You can extend the operational hours in the field by replacing the battery with a
backup one.
Handle the batteries with care!
This product contains a Li-ion battery. There is a risk of fire and burns if the
battery pack is handled improperly. Do not attempt to open or service the battery
pack. Do not disassemble, crush, puncture, short external contacts, or circuits,
dispose of in fire or water, or expose a battery pack to temperatures higher than
60 ˚C (140 ˚F).

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Technical data
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3 Product specifications
3.1 Technical data
Model designation
Microlog Analyzer dBX –CMVA 90
Dimension
300 × 195 × 50 mm (11.8 × 7.6 × 1.9 in.)
Weight
1.9 kg (4.18 lb)
Screen
Multi-point colour touch screen
1280 × 800 mm (10.1 in.)
Enclosure
Dual material mould injection, soft TPU material and
hard PC material
Temperature ratings
Operating temperature: -10 to +50 °C (14 to 122 °F)
Storage temperature: -20 to +60 °C (-4 to 140 °F)
Charge temperature: 10 to 45 °C (50 to 113 °F)
Inputs channels
•4 analogue input channels with ICP power supply
•Tacho channel with built-in power supply to a laser
tachometer
Data acquisition
24-bit A/D converters
Accuracy
± 2.5%
Max bandwidth
Up to 40 kHz (102.4 kHz sampling rate)
Input ranges
+/- 5 Volt, +/- 20 Volt
Data storage
256 GB flash memory
Operating System
Microsoft Windows
Connector Style
•6 pin Fischer and BNC on 4 Input Channels,
•7 pin Fischer on power supply and external trigger
input
Channel Coupling
AC, DC, ICP
Tacho Channel
From external trigger
Batteries
Replaceable Li-Lithium battery × 2,
14.4 V, 2270 mA, 32.7 W
PC Interface
USB 3.1 A type USB Connector
Electrical Rating (battery)
12 V, 5 A / 60 W
IP Rating
IP 65

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Certifications
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3.2 Certifications
Mark
Meaning
EU Declaration of Conformity
Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive 2002/95/EC
REACH
Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals
Korea Communication Commission
Restriction of Hazardous Substances
The Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM)
UK Conformity Assessed (UKCA)
US CEC
Commission for Environmental Cooperation
Federal Communications Commission
California Energy Commission Compliant

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Product label
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3.3 Product label
Figure 16 Microlog Analyzer dBX CMVA 90 –product label