Vansco VMM1615 User manual

Vansco Multiplexing Module
VMM1615
User Guide
HY33-5008-IB/US
UG-VMM1615-154200-201309-003

Parker Hannifin Corporation
Electronic Controls Division
1305 Clarence Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3T 1T4 Canada
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Publication History .............................................................................................................vii
Safety ....................................................................................................................................ix
Safety symbols.................................................................................................................................ix
General safety regulations ...............................................................................................................ix
Welding after installation.................................................................................................................. x
Construction regulations .................................................................................................................. x
Safety during installation .................................................................................................................. x
Safety during start-up.......................................................................................................................xi
Safety during maintenance and fault diagnosis ...............................................................................xi
1. About the VMM1615..........................................................................................................1
1.1. Diagram conventions ................................................................................................................ 3
2. Quick Start.........................................................................................................................5
2.1. Gather Required Materials........................................................................................................ 5
2.2. Install the Required Software Tools .......................................................................................... 6
2.2.1. Install the Data Link Adaptor Driver Software ............................................................. 6
2.3. Connect the VMM1615 to a Development System................................................................... 7
2.3.1. Power Up the Development System ........................................................................... 8
2.4. Create and Download Ladder Logic Applications..................................................................... 9
3. Connectors and Pinouts.................................................................................................11
3.1. Pinouts .................................................................................................................................... 14
4. Power ...............................................................................................................................17
4.1. Logic Power ............................................................................................................................ 17
4.1.1. Logic Power Capabilities ........................................................................................... 17
4.2. Busbar Power.......................................................................................................................... 18
4.2.1. Busbar Power Capabilities ........................................................................................ 18
4.3. Sensor supply ......................................................................................................................... 18
4.3.1. Sensor Power Capabilities ........................................................................................ 18
4.3.2. Sensor Power Connections ....................................................................................... 19
5. Inputs ...............................................................................................................................21
5.1. Digital Inputs ........................................................................................................................... 21
5.1.1. Programmable Digital Inputs ..................................................................................... 21
5.1.2. Power Control Digital Input........................................................................................ 24
5.1.3. Addressing Digital Inputs........................................................................................... 26
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5.2. VMM1615 DC-Coupled Frequency Input ................................................................................27
5.2.1. VMM1615 DC-Coupled Frequency Input Capabilities ...............................................28
5.2.2. VMM1615 DC-Coupled Frequency Input Configuration ............................................28
5.3. Analog Inputs...........................................................................................................................29
5.3.1. Analog Input Capabilities ...........................................................................................29
5.3.2. Analog Input Configurations.......................................................................................31
6. Outputs............................................................................................................................33
6.1. High-Side Outputs ...................................................................................................................33
6.1.1. 10 A High-Side Output Capabilities ...........................................................................34
6.1.2. 5 A High-Side Output with Current Sense Capabilities..............................................35
6.1.3. 5 A High-Side Output Capabilities .............................................................................38
6.1.4. 2.5 A High-Side Output with Current Sense Capabilities...........................................40
6.1.5. High-Side Output Configuration .................................................................................41
6.1.6. High-Side Output Connections ..................................................................................42
6.2. Low-Side Output with Current Sense ......................................................................................44
6.2.1. Low-Side Output with Current Sense Capabilities.....................................................44
6.2.2. Low-Side Output with Current Sense Configuration ..................................................46
6.2.3. Low-Side Output with Current Sense Installation Connection ...................................47
6.3. Solid State Relays ...................................................................................................................49
6.3.1. Solid State Relay Capabilities....................................................................................49
6.3.2. Solid State Relay Installation Connections ................................................................50
6.3.3. Solid State Relay Diagnostics....................................................................................52
7. Communication...............................................................................................................53
7.1. Controller area network ...........................................................................................................53
7.1.1. CAN Capabilities ........................................................................................................53
7.1.2. J1939 CAN Configuration ..........................................................................................54
7.1.3. J1939 CAN Installation Connections .........................................................................54
8. VMM1615 Diagnostic LEDs............................................................................................57
9. Installation.......................................................................................................................59
9.1. Mechanical Installation Guidelines ..........................................................................................59
9.1.1. VMM1615 Dimensions ...............................................................................................59
9.1.2. Selecting a Mounting Location...................................................................................59
9.1.3. Environmental Requirements.....................................................................................60
9.1.4. Designing and Connecting the Vehicle Harness .......................................................61
9.1.5. Mounting the VMM1615.............................................................................................61
9.2. Electrical Installation Guidelines..............................................................................................62
9.2.1. Connecting the Vehicle Harness to the VMM1615 ....................................................62
9.2.2. Logic and Output Power Connections .......................................................................62
10. Application Examples...................................................................................................65
10.1. Implementing Safety Interlocks .............................................................................................65
10.2. Controlling Indicator Lights ....................................................................................................66
10.3. Controlling a Proportional Valve............................................................................................68
10.4. Controlling Motor Speed........................................................................................................69
10.5. Using One Analog Input as Two Digital Inputs......................................................................70
10.6. Sensor Power Connections ...................................................................................................71

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10.6.1. Open Collector......................................................................................................... 72
10.6.2. Connecting a Switch to the VMM1615 .................................................................... 73
10.6.3. Voltage..................................................................................................................... 73
10.6.4. Potentiometer (Ratiometric)..................................................................................... 74
11. Startup............................................................................................................................77
12. Glossary.........................................................................................................................79
13. Index...............................................................................................................................85

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The following table provides an overview of the changes made to this document
over the course of its publication history.
Release Date Description of Change
Rev. 003, September 2013 Update to match Product Specification ver. 02A
Minor editorial changes throughout
Rev. 002, September 2012 Branding
Minor editorial changes throughout
Rev. 001 First release of this document
Publication History

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Do not perform the procedures in this manual unless you are experienced in the
handling of electronic equipment.
Contact the manufacturer if there is anything you are not sure about or if you have
any questions regarding the product and its handling or maintenance.
The term "manufacturer" refers to Parker Hannifin Corporation.
Safety symbols
The following symbols are used in this document to indicate potentially
hazardous situations:
Danger! Risk of death or injury.
Warning! Risk of damage to equipment or degradation of signal
When you see these symbols, follow the instructions carefully and proceed with
caution.
General safety regulations
Work on the hydraulics control electronics may only be carried out by trained
personnel who are well-acquainted with the control system, the machine, and its
safety regulations.
Follow the manufacturer's regulations when mounting, modifying,
repairing, and maintaining equipment. The manufacturer assumes no
responsibility for any accidents caused by incorrectly mounted or
incorrectly maintained equipment. The manufacturer assumes no
responsibility for the system being incorrectly applied, or the system
being programmed in a manner that jeopardizes safety.
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Safety
Do not use the product if electronic modules, cabling, or connectors are
damaged or if the control system shows error functions.
Electronic control systems in an inappropriate installation and in
combination with strong electromagnetic interference fields can, in
extreme cases, cause an unintentional change of speed of the output
function.
Welding after installation
Complete as much as possible of the welding work on the chassis before the
installation of the system. If welding has to be done afterwards, proceed as
follows:
Do not place the welding unit cables near the electrical wires of the
control system.
1. Disconnect the electrical connections between the system and external
equipment.
2. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
3. Disconnect the positive cable from the battery.
4. Connect the welder's ground wire as close as possible to the place of the
welding.
Construction regulations
The vehicle must be equipped with an emergency stop which disconnects the
supply voltage to the control system's electrical units. The emergency stop must
be easily accessible to the operator. If possible, the machine must be built so that
the supply voltage to the control system's electrical units is disconnected when the
operator leaves the operator’s station.
Safety during installation
Incorrectly positioned or mounted cabling can be influenced by radio
signals, which can interfere with the functions of the system.

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Safety
Safety during start-up
Danger! Risk of death or injury. Do not start the machine's engine
before the control system is mounted and its electrical functions have
been verified.
Do not start the machine if anyone is near the machine.
Safety during maintenance and fault diagnosis
Before performing any work on the hydraulics control electronics, ensure that
The machine cannot start moving.
Functions are positioned safely.
The machine is turned off.
The hydraulic system is relieved from any pressure.
Supply voltage to the control electronics is disconnected.

User Guide 1
The VMM1615 is a VMM controller for vehicle and other DC applications with
steady state voltages less than 32V. This module is 100% compatible with other
Vansco Multiplexing Modules.
Figure 1: VMM1615
The VMM1615 has 16 inputs and 15 outputs. Inputs include:
programmable gain analog
programmable attenuation analog
programmable pullup/down digital
programmable pullup/down DC coupled frequency type
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About the VMM1615
Outputs include:
10 amp high-side
5 amp high-side
2.5 amp high-side
2.5 amp low-side
1 amp solid state relay
2 of the 5 amp and 2 of the 2.5 amp outputs also include accurate current sensing
for monitoring loads or for hydraulic control.
The VMM1615 has two CAN communication ports for communication with any
system module supporting the CAN 2.0B standard. The standard protocol
supported is SAE J1939, but others could be supported through custom software
development.
The VMM1615 follows the controller module road map, which provides
hardware that can be used with VMM software (as multiplex modules supporting
ladder logic programming).
This manual describes the hardware components of the VMM1615, but does not
explain how to write or configure the software. For more information about
software, refer to the appropriate software manual or contact your Parker Vansco
Account Representative.

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About the VMM1615
1.1. Diagram conventions
The following symbols are used in the schematic diagrams in this document:
Symbol Meaning
General input
General output
Frequency input
Analog input
Frequency sensor
Pulse sensor
Resistive sensor
General sensor
Application switch
Load
Pull-down resistor

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Symbol Meaning
Pull-up resistor
Battery
Fuse
Resistor
Ground
Chassis ground

User Guide 5
This section provides step-by-step instructions on how to connect the VMM1615
to a development system, install the required software tools, and download the
ladder logic application software.
The following is a high-level overview of the steps involved with this section:
1. Gather the required materials.
2. Install the required software tools provided by Parker Vansco.
3. Connect the VMM1615 to a development system (desktop) and power it up.
4. Download the ladder logic application software.
2.1. Gather Required Materials
The following materials are required for the procedures in this section:
VMM1615
personal computer (PC)
controller I/O board
controller I/O harness (connects the VMM1615 to the controller I/O board)
evaluation kit power harness (connects the controller I/O board to the power
supply)
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Data Link Adapter (DLA) kit (comes with cables needed for connecting the
DLA to your PC and to the rest of the system)
desktop power supply compatible with the VMM1615 and controller I/O
board loads (a 12 V DC, 3 A fixed voltage supply is generally suitable, unless
driving more significant loads)
procurement drawing for the version of VMM1615 you are using, indicating
the configuration options for your variant of the product.
software tools and files required for programming and downloading software
for the VMM1615.
Note: With the exception of the PC and desktop power supply, all materials
and software are available from Parker Vansco. Please consult your Parker
Vansco Account Representative for specific details and pricing information.
2.2. Install the Required Software Tools
Before using the VMM1615, install the following software tools onto your PC:
Data Link Adaptor (DLA) drivers
The DLA acts as the interface between the PC and the VMM1615. Before
using the DLA, you must install the DLA drivers.
Parker Vansco Software Tools
Parker Vansco provides the VMMS software tool to create and download
software for the VMM1615. Contact your Parker Vansco Account
Representative, or visit the Parker website to get further information on
how obtain a product key.
2.2.1. Install the Data Link Adaptor Driver Software
A Data Link Adaptor (DLA) is needed when connecting the VMM1615 in a
development system.
Note: Parker Vansco provides the latest DLA software releases through its
web site. Please contact your Parker Vansco Account Representative for
details on how to download the latest DLA driver software.
The Parker Vansco DLA requires the installation of drivers on your PC. To install
the Parker Vansco DLA drivers:
1. Download the driver, run the extracted file, and follow the Install Wizard. Do
not connect the USB DLA until the driver installation is completed.
2. Connect the USB DLA to a USB port on your PC. The Found New Hardware
screen opens.

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3. Select Install the software automatically (Recommended), and then click
Next. If the driver is not detected automatically, you can browse to the folder
containing the driver (default path C:\Program files\Vansco\USB-DLA).
4. After installation is finished, click Finish. The USB DLA is now recognized
and ready to be used.
See the Parker Vansco USB DLA kit user manual for more detailed instructions.
2.3. Connect the VMM1615 to a Development
System
It is a good idea to connect the VMM1615 to a development system (PC,
Controller I/O Board, power source, and DLA) to verify your ladder logic
application. The development system is an ideal environment for creating and
downloading ladder logic software applications.
The following shows how to connect the VMM1615 in a development system:
Controller
DLA
I/O Board
Power
PC
Figure 2: Development system connection
To connect the VMM1615 in a development system, do the following:
Note: Before connecting anything in the development system, ensure that the
power supply is set to a voltage that is less than 32 V DC.
1. Connect the Controller I/O harness to the VMM1615 connectors.
2. Connect the Controller I/O harness to the controller I/O board connectors.
3. Connect the evaluation kit power/CAN harness to the controller I/O board’s
JP3 connector.

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4. Do not connect the power wire (RED) from the evaluation kit power/CAN
harness to the power supply (+) terminal at this time.
5. Connect the ground wire (BLACK) from the evaluation kit power/CAN
harness to the power supply (-) terminal.
6. Connect the CAN connector from the evaluation kit power/CAN harness to
the corresponding mating connector and harness on the DLA.
Note: Do not proceed to the next step before the DLA drivers have been
installed. See Install the Data Link Adaptor Driver Software on page 6.
7. Connect the DLA to a personal computer via the USB port.
2.3.1. Power Up the Development System
To power up the VMM1615:
1. Ensure that all controller I/O board digital inputs, jumpers, and dip switches
are properly configured for your module type. Refer to the Controller I/O
Board Reference Manual for further details.
2. Ensure that the power wire (RED) on the controller I/O board is not
connected to the power supply (refer to the Controller I/O Board Reference
Manual for details).
3. Turn the power supply on.
4. If using a variable power supply, set the voltage to a value between 10 to 28 V
DC.
5. Turn the power supply off.
6. Connect the power wire (RED) on the connector I/O board to the power
supply.
7. Turn the power supply on.
Note: If INPUT_1 or INPUT_2 is configured as a power control input, you
must turn on the corresponding digital input switch on the controller I/O board
(Digital Input 1 or Digital Input 2). Refer to the Controller I/O Board
Reference Manual for further details.