Pilz PSS Series User manual
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Programmable Safety Systems
PSS-Range
PSS SB TESTER
Operating Manual
Item No. 20 757-02
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Operating Manual: PSS SB TESTER 1
Contents
Introduction 1-1
Validity of documentation 1-1
Overview of documentation 1-1
Definition of symbols 1-2
Overview 2-1
Range 2-1
Safety 3-1
Intended use 3-1
EMCD 3-1
Warranty and liability 3-1
Disposal 3-2
Operation 4-1
Supply 4-1
Charging the battery 4-1
Commissioning 4-2
Switching on 4-2
Setting the contrast 4-3
Switching the backlight on/off 4-3
Setting the time and date 4-4
Setting the signal runtime 4-5
Calibration 4-5
Performing the tests 4-6
Saving the test results 4-6
Uploading the test results to a PC 4-7
Deleting the test results 4-7
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Tests/Measurements 5-1
Connection test 5-2
Performing the connection test 5-2
Separate test: Resistance between CAN_H and CAN_L 5-4
Separate tests: Short circuits between the bus cable wires 5-5
Screening test 5-6
Performing the screening test 5-6
Length measurement 5-9
Performing the length measurement 5-13
Signal test 5-16
Performing the signal test 5-16
Separate test: Measuring the voltage at Vcc 5-17
Separate test: Testing the transmission rate 5-18
Separate tests: Testing the electrical signal level 5-19
Separate tests: Testing the signal edges 5-20
Real-time mode 5-21
Performing the real-time measurement 5-21
Software 6-1
System requirements 6-1
Installation 6-1
Starting the software 6-1
Fault Diagnostics 7-1
Technical Details 8-1
Operating Manual: PSS SB TESTER 1-1
This operating manual is intended to give users all the information they
need to use the PSS SB TESTER.
To fully understand this manual you will need to be conversant with the
information found in the general documentation for the SafetyBUS p PSS-
range. In particular you should read the SafetyBUS p System Description
and SafetyBUS p Installation Manual.
This documentation is intended for instruction and should be retained for
future reference.
Validity of documentation
This documentation is valid for the PSS SB TESTER from Version 2.0.
It is valid until new documentation is published. The latest documentation is
always enclosed with the unit.
Overview of documentation
The manual is divided into the following chapters:
1 Introduction
The introduction is designed to familiarise you with the contents,
structure and specific order of this manual.
2 Overview
This chapter provides a brief overview of the unit’s most important
features and its application range.
3 Safety
This chapter must be read as it contains important information on
safety regulations and intended use.
4 Operation
This chapter contains detailed information on how to operate the unit.
5 Tests/Measurements
This chapter describes the separate tests than can be performed
using the PSS SB TESTER.
6 Software
This chapter describes the software used to read the test results.
Introduction
Introduction
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7 Fault Diagnostics
When a fault is detected on SafetyBUS p, this chapter helps you find
the source of the fault and rectify it.
8 Technical Details
Definition of symbols
Information in this manual that is of particular importance can be identified
as follows:
DANGER!
This warning must be heeded! It warns of a hazardous situation that
poses an immediate threat of serious injury and death and indicates
preventive measures that can be taken.
WARNING!
This warning must be heeded! It warns of a hazardous situation that
could lead to serious injury and death and indicates preventive
measures that can be taken.
CAUTION!
This refers to a hazard that can lead to a less serious or minor injury plus
material damage, and also provides information on preventive measures
that can be taken.
NOTICE
This describes a situation in which the unit(s) could be damaged and also
provides information on preventive measures that can be taken.
INFORMATION
This gives advice on applications and provides information on special
features, as well as highlighting areas within the text that are of particular
importance.
Operating Manual: PSS SB TESTER 2-1
The PSS SB TESTER is a hand-held device that can be used to carry out
various tests and measurements on SafetyBUS p. Each test may comprise
several separate tests.
• Connection test
- Checks the terminating resistors
- Checks the bus cable wires for short circuits
• Screening test
- Checks the cable screening for open circuits
• Length measurement
- Measures the length of the bus line
- Determines the location of a short circuit between CAN_H and CAN_L
• Signal test
- Tests the transmission rate
- Tests the electrical signal level on the lines CAN_H and CAN_L
- Tests the signal edges on the lines CAN_H and CAN_L
• Real-time mode
- Measures the bus load
- Measures error rate, failure rate and number of errors
Once a test has been completed, the results can be read directly from the
device’s display or can be uploaded to a PC using the software provided.
Range
The PSS SB TESTER is supplied in a carry case. Items supplied are as
follows:
• PSS SB TESTER incl. battery
• Shorting plug for the screening test
• Adapter cable for connecting the PSS SB TESTER to SafetyBUS p
• USB cable for connecting the PSS SB TESTER to a PC
• Battery charger
• Operating Manual: PSS SB TESTER
• CD:
- Software for recording the test results on a PC
- Operating manual in PDF format
- Acrobat Reader
Overview
Overview
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Fig. 2-1: View
1: SafetyBUS p interface
2: Single-colour graphic display
with backlight
3: Operator panel
4: USB port for uploading the test
results to a PC
Operating Manual: PSS SB TESTER 3-1
Safety
Intended use
The PSS SB TESTER is designed for use in SafetyBUS p networks.
Specific data for the PSS SB TESTER is given in the chapter entitled
“Technical Details”. Use of the device outside the specifications given here
will be deemed as improper use.
Any component, technical or electrical modifications carried out will be
deemed as improper use.
Use of the PSS SB TESTER outside the areas described in this manual
will be deemed as improper use.
Intended use includes following the information in this manual.
The PSS SB TESTER is not a safety-related device.
EMCD
The device is designed for use in an industrial environment. Interference
may occur if used within a domestic environment.
Warranty and liability
All claims to warranty and liability will be rendered invalid if
• The module was used contrary to the purpose for which it was intended
• Damage can be attributed to not having followed the guidelines in the
manual
• Operating personnel are not suitably qualified.
• The housing was opened
• Any type of modification has been made (e.g. exchanging components
on the PCB boards, soldering work etc.).
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Safety
Disposal
The module must be disposed of properly when it reaches the end of its
service life.
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