YOKOGAWA MX100 PC-BASED DATA ACQUISITION UNIT

  • MX100 Style S3 New!
    • 30-ch input module
    • Windows Vista compatible
    • Alarm levels increased from 2 to 4
  • Multi-Channel Capability, High Isolation Voltage
  • Multi-Interval Measurement
  • Flexible System Configuration
  • Versatile PC-Based Software Options
  • Easy Software Setup
  • No Re-Wiring between Measurements
  • All-in-one "Quick Start Packages" with 10, 20, or 30 Channels
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    Features

    High-Speed Multi-Channel Capability

    The table below provides reference information on the maximum number of measurable channels in relevant measurement intervals (when using Yokogawa's proprietary software):

    High-Speed, Multi-Channel Capability


    The relationship between measurement intervals and the number of channels largely depends on the performance of the PC. The actual performance may differ from that shown in the table.

    <PC System Requirements>
    CPU: Pentium 4 3.2 GHz; Memory: 1 GB; OS: Windows 2000; Hard disk: 160 GB
    Communication interface: Ethernet 100Base-TX

    Multi-Interval Measurement

    Three types of measurement intervals can be used in a single system in various combinations. Measurement intervals are specified for each module. It is also possible to set different types of input modules to the same measurement interval or to set the same type of input modules to different measurement intervals. Twelve measurement intervals are available as userselectable options: 10 ms, 50 ms, 100 ms, 200 ms, 500 ms, 1 s, 2 s, 5 s, 10 s, 20 s, 30 s and 60 s. Please note, however, that measurement intervals of 10/50 ms cannot be set to the Medium-speed Universal Input Module (MX110-UNV-M10).
       
    Examples of Setting Measurement Intervals
    Examples of Setting Measurement Intervals Multi-interval systems can be flexibly built for each module as shown in the figure below. Three colors Tm Mx100 04 are used to indicate the three types of measurement intervals.

    Monitor Window Using Yokogawa's Proprietary PC Software
    Monitor Window Using Yokogawa's Proprietary PC Software The window shows measurement values by measurement intervals. Measurement can be performed while confirming rapidly-changing signals and slowly-changing signals simultaneously.

    A: Measurement of sine waves at 0.5 Hz with a measurement interval of 100 ms
    B: Measurement of sine waves at 8 Hz with a measurement interval of 10 ms
    C: Measurement of sine waves at 1 Hz with a measurement interval of 50 ms

    High Withstand Voltage (Reinforced Insulation)

    Reinforced (double) insulation has been provided between the input terminals and the case to achieve a high withstand voltage of 600 Vrms/VDC (continuous). As shown below, each battery voltage can be measured even if the batteries are stacked to increase common-mode voltages.

    High Breakdown Voltage


    Noise Rejection (MX110-UNV-H04)

    MX input modules employ integrating A/D converters with superior noise rejection performance. In particular, the MX110-UNV-H04 Four-Channel High-Speed Universal Input Module incorporates an integrating A/D converter for each input channel, thereby exhibiting strong noise rejection performance in high-speed measurement. Moreover, the digital filtering function is effective on noises that cannot be fully rejected even with integrating A/D converters. Time constants can be selected from 5 to 100 measurement interval times. Therefore, filtering can be applied according to the noise to be rejected.

    Example of Noise Rejection

    When the noise source in the left figure was applied to the MX, the result in the right figure was obtained. High-speed measurement can be stably performed even in noisy environments.
    Noise source applied to the MX
    A noise signal was applied between
    H and L (in normal mode).
    Output window of MX100 for noise inputs
    Module used: MX110-UNV-H04 Four-Channel High-Speed Universal Input Module

    Measurement with the range of 2 V (-2 V to +2 V), measurement interval of 50 ms, integral time “Auto” and filter “OFF.”
    Example of noise rejection
    Example of Noise Rejection

    System Configuration

    Connection between a single MX unit and a single PC (measurement of 24 channels/10 ms or 60 channels/100 ms)


    One MX unit enables data acquisition on up to 24 channels at a measurement interval of 10 ms, or up to 60 channels at a measurement interval of 100 ms (six modules installed in both cases).
     System Configuration Setting up the System
    The MX and PC are connected via a hub and a straight Ethernet cable. Alternatively, they can be connected using a cross cable alone, without using the hub
     Input signal:
        DC voltageThermocuple,
        RTD,Digital input (Mixed input possible)
    PC Software
    In a one-to-one connection, the MX100 standard software included with the main module facilitates easy building of data acquisition environments.
    One MX unit consists of a combination of a main module, input/output modules, and a base plate. This configuration centers on the main module.
     Output signal:
        Digital output
     

    Connection between multiple MX units and a single PC

    For measurement of up to 1,200 channels and the use of MXLOGGER


    Example of a system with multiple MX units:
    Example of a system with multiple MX units Setting up the System
    The MX units and the PC are connected by means of a hub and straight Ethernet cables.

    PC Software
    Acquisition of data from multiple MX units is well-supported by Yokogawa’s software “MXLOGGER” (optional). MXLOGGER enables data acquisitions of up to 20 MX units (one unit has inputs of up to 60 channels, or 1,200 channels on 20 units).

    Please note that the shortest measurement interval of MXLOGGER depends on the system's total number of channels and the PC's performance. For guidelines on measurement intervals and the number of channels, please visit....

    If users wish to create their own data acquisition software, there is no limit to the number of MX units that can be integrated with a single PC software element. Please note, however, that if conditions with heavy loads (such as short measurement intervals with many units) are set to the PC and its software, data will not be acquired in time and some data may be lost.

    Hardware Configuration

    ModuleThe MX is designed to enable desired measurement environments by combining three elements: the main module, input/output modules, and a base plate.
    The assembled unit can be utilized on the desktop as-is (the modules have legs). Please note that DIN rails are used for rack-mounting.
    Hardware Configuration

    Main Module (MX100)

    The main module is the engine that controls data acquisition. It is equipped with a power supply, an Ethernet port, and a CompactFlash card slot. One main module can accommodate up to six input/output modules. The user can choose up to six moduels of any type.
    Main Module (MX100)
    Ethernet port:

    For communication with the PC. Automatic recognition of 100Base-TX or 10Base-T

    CF (CompactFlash) Card Slot:

    CF
    With the CF Card, measured data is saved to the card if communication with the PC is interrupted. Since the card provides data backup, you do not have to worry about the possible loss of data even if the MX is configured for PC-based measurement.

    Data Backup Time by CF Card Size
    (Note: Minutes/hours/days are approximate.)

    Number of
    saved channels
    Measurement
    interval
    32 M 128 M 512 M
    10 channels 10 ms 2 hours 9 hours 36 hours
    100 ms 21 hours 3.5 days 15 days
    500 ms 4.5 days 18.5 days 75.5 days
    2 s 18 days 75.5 days 303 days
    24 channels 10 ms 54 minutes 3.5 hours 15 hours
    100 ms 9 hours 37 hours 6 days
    500 ms 45 hours 7.5 days 31.5 days
    2 s 7.5 days 31.5 days 126 days
    60 channels 10 ms 18 minutes 75 minutes 5 hours
    100 ms 3.5 hours 15 hours 2.5 days
    500 ms 18 hours 3 days 12.5 days
    2 s 3 days 12.5 days 50 days


    Input Modules
     Input Modules

    Name Model Number of channels Shortest measurement interval Description
    30 ch general purpose input module with 500 ms scan speed MX110-VTDL30 30 500 ms Clamp terminal, DCV/TC/DI
    MX110-VTDL30/H3 30 500 ms M3 screw terminal, DCV/TC/DI


    MW100 input modules

    Name Model Number of channels Shortest measurement interval Description
    Universal Input Modules MX110-UNV-H04 4 10 ms DC voltage, thermocouple, 3-wire RTD, DI (non-voltage contact, Level (5 V logic)). Mixed input allowed.
    MX110-UNV-M10 10 100 ms DC voltage, thermocouple, 3-wire RTD, DI (non-voltage contact, Level (5 V logic)). Mixed input allowed.
    4-Wire RTD and Resistance Input Module MX110-V4R-M06 6 100 ms DC voltage, 4-wire RTD, 4-wire resistance, DI (non-voltage contact, Level (5 V logic)). Mixed input allowed.
    Strain Input Modules MX112-B12-M04 4 100 ms Built-in bridge resistance of 120 ohm
    MX112-B35-M04 Built-in bridge resistance of 350 ohm
    MX112-NDI-M04 For connection with an external bridge head and strain gauge type sensor (NDIS connector))
    5 V Digital Input Module MX115-D05-H10 10 10 ms Non-voltage contact, open collector, and Level (5 V logic). Mixed input allowed.
    24 V Digital Input Module MX115-D24-H10 10 10 ms Level (24 V logic), Vth = 12 V



    Output Modules

    Name Model Number of channels Ouput update interval Description
    Analog Output Module MX120-VAO-M08 8 100 ms Allows mixed voltage (±10 V) and current (4-20 mA) output
    PWM Output Module MX120-PWM-M08 8 100 ms Pulse width modulation output module
    Digital Output Module MX125-MKC-M10 10 100 ms “A” contact (SPST)

    Base Plate

    Base plates available for all configurations, from 1 to 6 input/output modules.

    When used for the MW100/MX100, you must replace the attachment with the one that comes standard with the MW100/MX100.

    Accessories
     Accessories Connector Covers
    Connector covers for open slots

    AC Adapter (772075)
    AC adapter for the DC power model.
    Operating temperature range: 0 to 40°
    *Only for the MW100


    Accessories (Removable Terminal)

    N Mw100 10 All input/output terminals are removable except for those of the MX112-NDI-M04. If multiple terminals are prepared ahead of time, no re-wiring is needed between measurements.


     Accessories (Removable Terminal)

     

    Model Description
    772061 Screw (M4) terminal block (RJC (reference junction compensation) included).
    For use in combination with 772062. Compatible with MX110-UNV-M10, MX115-D05-H10, and MX115-D24-H10.
    772062 Connection cable between input modules and the screw terminal block.
    Compatible with MX110-UNV-M10, MX115-D05-H10, and MX115-D24-H10.
    772063 Plate with clamp terminals (RJC included).
    Compatible with MX110-UNV-M10, MX115-D05-H10, and MX115-D24-H10.
    772064 Clamp terminals. Compatible with MX110-UNV-H04.
    772065 Clamp terminals. Compatible with MX120-VAO-M08, MX120-PWM-M08, and MX125-MKC-M10.
    772067 Plate with clamp terminals. Compatible with MX110-V4R-M06.
    772068 Plate with clamp terminals (Built-in bridge resistance of 120 ohm). Compatible with MX112-Bxx-M04.
    772069 Plate with clamp terminals (Built-in bridge resistance of 350 ohm). Compatible with MX112-Bxx-M04.
    772080 Plate with screw (M3) terminal (RJC included).
    Compatible with MX110-UNV-M10, MX115-D05-H10, and MX115-D24-H10.
    772081 Plate with clamp terminal for current with 10 ohm built in bridge resistance, applies to MX110-UNV-M10
    772082 Plate with clamp terminal for current with 100 ohm built in bridge resistance, applies to MX110-UNV-M10
    772083 Plate with clamp terminal for current with 250 ohm built in bridge resistance, applies to MX110-UNV-M10

    Mounting on Racks or Panels Using the DIN Rail

    Use the DIN rail for mounting on on racks or panels. The DIN rail can be easily attached using the dedicated bracket. Two brackets come standard with the base plate (MX150).
    Mounting on Racks or Panels Using the DIN Rail Use the DIN rail for mounting on racks or panels. The DIN rail can be easily attached using the dedicated bracket. Two brackets come standard with the base plate (MX150).

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