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Table of Contents

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Commtest Instruments vb2000 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Input TypeICP, Voltage
Measurement Range±10 V
Battery Life8 hours
Operating Temperature0°C to 50°C
Storage Temperature-20°C to 60°C
Resolution24-bit
DisplayLCD
ConnectivityUSB
PowerRechargeable battery

Summary

Section 1: Introduction

Standard Features

Details the instrument's key capabilities and hardware specifications for optimal performance.

Precautions

Outlines essential safety warnings and recommendations for instrument operation.

Operating Overview

Provides a high-level summary of the instrument's main functions and operational modes.

Onsite Analysis (Measure Mode)

Describes the process of taking and analyzing vibration measurements directly on the instrument.

Recording

Details the procedure for capturing vibration data for later analysis on a PC.

Balancing

Introduces the process of correcting rotor imbalance using the instrument's capabilities.

Section 2: Basic Operation

Menu Navigation

Details how to navigate through the instrument's menus and screens.

Entering Text and Numbers

Guides on how to input alphanumeric data and numerical values using the keypad.

Supported Sensor Types

Lists compatible sensor types and their measurement capabilities.

Mounting Sensors

Provides guidelines for correctly mounting sensors for accurate measurements.

Tachometer Setup

Guides on setting up the laser tachometer for speed and phase measurements.

Tips for Taking Measurements

Offers best practices and advice for obtaining accurate vibration measurements.

Section 3: Onsite Analysis - Measurement Menu

Walk-through: Taking Measurements in Measure Mode

Step-by-step guide for performing onsite measurements using the instrument.

Using Quick Setup Menus

Explains how to use automated quick setup menus for efficient measurement configuration.

Fault Types and their Phase Relationships

Explains how phase analysis helps diagnose common machine faults like imbalance and misalignment.

Storing Measurements

Explains how to save collected measurement data on the instrument.

Analyzing Measurements

Covers techniques for analyzing spectra/waveforms using cursors and zooming.

Custom Setups

Guides on creating and saving personalized measurement parameter configurations.

Section 4: Manual Setup Measurement Parameters

Setting Measurement Parameters

Details how to manually configure all parameters for taking measurements.

Setting Spectrum Parameters

Guides on configuring parameters specific to vibration spectrum measurements.

Setting Waveform Parameters

Guides on configuring parameters specific to vibration waveform measurements.

Averaging

Explains the process and benefits of averaging multiple spectra.

Setting the Trigger Type

Guides on configuring measurement trigger sources and modes.

Specifying Sensor Settings

Details how to configure sensor type, sensitivity, and other parameters.

Section 5: Recording Data

Walk-through: Taking Recordings

Step-by-step guide to capturing vibration data using the instrument.

Transferring Recordings from the Instrument

Guides on moving recorded data from the instrument to a PC.

Tagging Items

Explains how to mark specific items for recording to create sub-lists.

Autorepeat

Describes using autorepeat for taking sequential recordings with a delay.

Section 6: Using Routes

What is a Route?

Explains the concept of a route for guided measurement sequences.

Walk-through: Taking Recordings Using a Route

Step-by-step guide to collecting data following a pre-defined route.

Off-route Recordings

Details how to take measurements not part of the current route sequence.

Keypad Schedule Entries

Describes special measurements requiring manual numeric input via keypad.

Section 7: Advanced Operation

Demodulation

Introduces demodulation as a technique for analyzing repetitive patterns in waveforms.

Dual Channel Simultaneous Measurements

Details how to perform measurements using two sensors concurrently.

Setting Baselines

Explains configuring the instrument to display baseline vibration levels for comparison.

Section 8: Creating Machines

vb Data Structure

Explains the hierarchical data storage structure used by the instrument.

Creating a Machine Data Structure

Guides on establishing folders, machines, and points using Ascent software.

Working with Folders

Details how to select, create, and erase folders for organizing data.

Creating a Machine

Step-by-step guide to creating new machine entries in the instrument.

Creating a Parameter Set

Details how to group measurement parameters into reusable sets.

Section 9: Balancing Rotors

Introduction

Explains the purpose and limitations of rotor balancing with the instrument.

The Balancing Process

Outlines the sequential steps involved in balancing a rotor.

1. Set Balancing Parameters

Guides on configuring parameters for balancing jobs.

2. Trial Readings (Single/Dual Plane)

Guides on taking initial and trial weight measurements for balancing.

Suggest Trial Weight Angle

Explains how to determine the optimal angle for trial weight placement.

3. Balance

Details how to add or remove weights based on calculated requirements.

5. Balance Weight Calculations

Introduces tools for calculating balance weights and limits.

6. Load/Save Balancing Data

Explains how to save and load balancing job data.

7. Print Report

Details how to print balancing reports directly from the instrument.

Section 10: Balancing Walk-through

Set balancing parameters

Guides on setting parameters for balancing jobs.

Take initial imbalance measurements

Explains how to take initial measurements to assess imbalance.

Set up and apply trial weights

Details the process of attaching and recording trial weights.

Perform balancing and trim balances

Explains how to apply correction weights and perform trim balance.

Section 11: Utilities

Printing from the Instrument

Explains how to print data from the instrument using a thermal printer.

Adjusting the LCD Screen

Explains how to adjust contrast and backlight for optimal screen visibility.

Battery Management

Explains how the instrument manages its battery pack and charging.

Memory Management

Explains how instrument memory is used and managed.

Erasing all Recordings

Details the permanent deletion of all recorded data from the instrument.

Erasing all Machines

Explains the procedure to permanently erase all machines and associated data.

Upgrading Firmware Using Proflash

Guides on updating the instrument's firmware with new software.

Other Options

Covers various customizable settings for instrument operation.

Baseline warnings

Describes setting warnings for new recordings deviating from baseline levels.

vb Structure Lock

Details the feature to prevent unauthorized editing or deletion of data.

Section 12: Troubleshooting

Contacting Technical Support

Provides contact information for assistance with instrument issues.

Resetting the Instrument

Explains how to reset the instrument when it becomes unresponsive.

Power Problems

Lists common power-related issues and their remedies.

Data Transfer Problems

Discusses issues related to transferring data between the instrument and a PC.

Data Problems

Covers various data-related issues like insufficient memory and inconsistent readings.

Other Problems

Addresses miscellaneous issues such as 'DSP cmd' errors and module connection.

Appendix 2: Specifications

Common to all vb models

Details specifications applicable across all vb instrument models.

Sensor Input

Details specifications for accelerometer, velocity, displacement, and current sensors.

Tachometer Input

Lists specifications for the laser tachometer sensor.

Parameter Indication

Specifies how measurement data is displayed and its units.

Spectrum Display

Details ranges and parameters for spectrum analysis.

Waveform Display

Lists specifications for waveform data acquisition and display.

Balancing

Lists specifications related to rotor balancing procedures.

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