DISOCONT System Manual

DISOCONT®
System Manual
BV-H2085GB
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CONTENTS
On Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Use As Orginally Intended . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
General Risks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Residual Risks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Safety-Minded Working . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Safety Hints For The User. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Conversion And Modification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Standalone Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Group Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Mixed Equipment with MULTICONT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Network Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Mounting Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Local Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Local / Cabinet Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Cabinet Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Wiring Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Basic Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Cable Fixation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
DISOCONT Components Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Fieldbox VFG 20100 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Cabinet Housing VEG 20100 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
System Unit VSE 20100 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Setting Local Bus Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Memory Module VSM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
I/O Unit VEA 20100 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Input/Output Optional Card VEA 20101 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Control Unit VLB 20100 (Front-of-Panel Mounting Version) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Setting Contrast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Screen Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Control Unit VLB 20105 (Front-of-Panel Mounting Version) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Control Unit VLB 20120 (Fieldbox Variant) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Address Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Wiring Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Fieldbus Interfaces. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
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General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Mounting Fieldbus Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Multiple Bus Model VSB 20100 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
DeviceNet (CAN) Module VCB 20100 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
DeviceNet (CAN) Module VCB 20101 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
PROFIBUS-DP Module VPB 20100 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Ethernet Bus Module 20100 (VET010V) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Ethernet/IP-Module VET20101 (VET012V) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Local Control Unit VLG 20100 For Controlled Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Wiring Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Local Control Unit VLG 20105 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
For Position-controlled Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Wiring Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Local Control Unit VLG 20110 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Wiring Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Local Control Unit VLG 20120 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Wiring Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
EasyServe VPC 20150 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Service Bus and Remote Diagnostics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Example for connecting the FGA0053 speed pick-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Sealing of Control Boxes (Protection Type) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Recommended Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Drive Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Junction Box VAK 20100 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Laptop Connecting Set (PC with Easyserve) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Connecting Set For Portable VLB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Use in the Hazardous Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Gas-Ex Area Zone 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Gas-Ex Area Zone 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Dust-Ex Area Zone 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Dust-Ex Area Zone 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Fieldbus Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Attachment To Scale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
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On Manual
On Manual
This system manual describes the hardware components of the
DISOCONT system.
The functionality of the feeders and feeder controllers is described
in feeder operating manuals.
Safety Instructions
Use As Orginally Intended
The DISOCONT with connected scales, is exclusively designed for
weighing applications and directly relating control tasks. Any use
other than orginally intended is considered inappropriate.
General Risks
Designed to the latest state of the art, DISOCONT is safe in
operation.
The machine may cause residual risks if improperly installed,
commissioned and operated by unqualified workers.
Every person involved with installation, commissioning,
maintenance or repair is required to have read the manual,
particularly the safety instructions.
Residual Risks
The DISOCONT capabilities and equipment cover the control

technology only in part. Safety aspects of control technology have
to be planned and realized in the responsibilities of the plant
designer, outfitter and user such that residual risks are minimized.
Any existing regulation has to be observed. Residual risks in
conjunction with control technology have to be indicated.
After settings and operation have been established, make sure
that connected control systems remain in a safe state until the
DISOCONT switching behaviour has been checked.
The devices may be operated only in the provided housings.
There is danger of contacting live parts.
Safety-Minded Working
Changes of password-protected DISOCONT settings as well as
mounting and service work may be performed only by skilled and
authorized persons.
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Safety Instructions
Before performing work on electrical equipment, ensure that the

assemblies have been de-energized and protected from
inadvertent power-up.
Never acknowledge error messages before the cause has been

remedied and all hazards are excluded.
Safety Hints For The User

Superiors of operating and service personnel are required to know
the safety instructions as well as the safety relevant items of
operation and commissioning. They have to ascertain that the
operating personnel has read and understood all safety
instructions.
Before commissioning this system, check to see that the

DISOCONT does not cause additional risks in conjunction with
other machines or plant sections. If need be, the user shall add
cross-instructions, make them available to his operators and have
their receipt confirmed. The user shall clearly determine the lines
of responsibility (password privileges) concerning the DISOCONT
operation.
Conversion And Modification

The DISOCONT and connected scale must not be modified
neither in construction nor safety technology with out our prior
written consent. We do not assume any liability whatsoever for
damages resulting from unauthorized modifications.
Repair or soldering work to the boards and the exchange of

components must not be performed. When replacing complete
assemblies, always use the original Schenck Process parts.
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Introduction
Introduction
Designed as modular electronics system for all weighing and
feeding tasks, DISOCONT is the system of choice whenever
material flows are to be measured and controlled in industrial
processes. The system performs the following functions:
n Measurement of transducer signals

n Control of feeder motors and auxiliaries (e.g. scrapers)
n Communication with other units, PCs and plant controls
via different fieldbus systems
n Operation via operator panel, PC/plant control, or
in manual mode
n Event report
n Data logging
n Report generation
The modular DISOCONT system is very flexible and offers a host

of advantages. It can be used in conjunction with
– volumetric feeders
– gravimetric feeders
– continuous feeders
– discontinuous feeders
DISOCONT can be used on loss-in-weight feeders, standard

weighfeeders, solids flow meters, Coriolis measuring systems, belt
weighers and batching systems.
This system offers all electronic and mechanical features required
by state-of-the-art plants:
n High weighing accuracy

n EMC protection
n RFI suppression
n Noise immunity
n Compliance with CE requirements
n Compliance with EN 600068
n Suitability for use in hazardous areas (electronics in safe area)
n Permanent storage of all operating parameters on memory
card
n Operation from 24V DC up to 230V AC.
DISOCONT further excels through easy handling, a feature which

is gaining ever increasing importance in modern plant control
concepts:
n Pluggable modules exchangeable with no need for

recalibration
n Intuitive graphical user interface for operation and service
n Fault tolerance
n Input/output channels configurable via software

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n Manual operation (bypass) possible
Reduced cabling keeps system costs down. The special design

offers a host of advantages:
n Exhaustive diagnostics, locally or remote via modem

n Minimal service and spare parts requirements (small number of
hardware components, functionality provided by software )
n Simple replacement of faulty electronic components; current
parameters stored on memory card
n Defective modules exchangeable without recalibration.
The DISOCONT hardware and software has been re-designed

with the aim to keep the overall system costs down. Savings begin
with the installation: no external cabinet necessary, all
components can be attached to the feeder itself. The use of a
fieldbus system considerably reduces cabling.
Many different configurations are possible (e.g. for installation in
control cubicle) with the use of two basic modules. TheEasyServe
diagnostic and service software with its intuitive interface helps to
reduce maintenance costs.

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Configurations
Configurations
The DISOCONT electronics consists of system unit VSE and
several optional units that can be combined to form a system
tailored to your application. The optional units include additional
I/O unit VEA, control unit VLB, several fieldbus modules and two
different local control units VLG.
The system unit VSE performs all measuring and control tasks as
a function of scale software loaded. The VSE unit can be equipped
with a communication module for a standard fieldbus system.
A local fieldbus integrated into DISOCONT connects the other
DISOCONT units and local bus stations.
As extension module, input/output unit VEA is available and
connected to the VSE via the local bus. This unit is required if
controlled material infeed into feeder is desired or if the control unit
is mounted in a central control panel.
The most cost effective system configuration is local mounting with
integrated motor drive. This solution offers a compact system with
minimum cabling overhead and low overall costs. In addition, the
risk of EMC and RFI issues is considerably reduced since no
cable is required between motor and frequency controller.
Unfortunately, this variant is not suitable for all configurations. It
depends on the availability of integrated drives and the necessity
of explosion protection. In any event, DISOCONT offers a host of
equipment and installation variants.
Options
You can use the DISOCONT as a standalone unit for a single
feeder or a group of feeders, combine multiple DISOCONT units to
form one system and even combine various systems (e.g.
DISOCONT with MULTICONT MASTER). Combination of various
systems via fieldbus and process management system is always
possible.
There are two different options to control your DISOCONT:
n Use a VSE with fieldbus plug-in card and operate DISOCONT
via process management system
n Use a VSE together with an control unit VLB for parameter
input, process control and visualization.
System set-up is usually done using a PC equipped with

EasyServe program. For connection to PC, the built-in RS232
interface is used. When DISOCONT is controlled via central plant
control system, system unit VSE must be equipped with a fieldbus
plug-in card.
In all configurations, you can expand the system with a local

control unit VLG for bypassing DISOCONT. This unit enables
manual control (e.g. for service and maintenance). There are two
VLG variants: one with manual control for variable speed drive
(VLG 20100); a second, for systems with up to four manually
controlled drives (VLG 20110).

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Configurations
Below you will find a short description of the different

application-oriented variants.
Standalone Mode
DISOCONT controls a single feeder. For control, you can use the
above mentioned options, i.e. process management system
(PLC), plant control via fieldbus, operator panel and PC for
parameter input.
Fig. 1:
Group Mode
Fig. 2:
DISOCONT is so flexible that multiple feeders equipped with

DISOCONT can be combined to form a bigger system. You are
free to choose any of the commercial fieldbus systems described
below. The DISOCONT units are connected to fieldbus using a
single unit with a plug-in card, and internal communication takes
place via local bus. The present configuration enables the system
to operate in any mode.

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Configurations
Mixed Equipment with MULTICONT
Fig. 3:
Similar to group mode, you can use DISOCONT in an environment

where other Schenck MULTICONT systems are available. In this
case, system unit VSE must be equipped with a fieldbus module of
the MULTICONT SE bus type.
Network Connections
Communication with external systems, (e g. process
management), is performed using plug-in fieldbus cards for
different industrial networks. These cards are inserted into system
unit VSE that handles the communication with sub-units (e.g. I/O
unit VEA) via an internal network, the built-in local bus. Fieldbus
cards for the most frequently used fieldbus systems are available:
n SE-Bus, Modbus, J-Bus, 3964R
n CAN-Bus (DeviceNet Protocol)
n ETHERNET TCP/MODBUS
n PROFIBUS-DP
When using DISOCONT in conjunction with Schenck

MULTICONT, select the SE-Bus card.
Even though there are many differences among fieldbus systems,
every bus system is a network connecting different devices. We
have to consider cable types, topology and termination, if required.
Most networks including the built-in local bus, use a simple line
topology (Fig. 4) designed in daisy-chain technique. Another
variant is the star topology (right diagram in Fig. 4).
The individual extension modules, bus systems and standards are
detailed below. The built-in local bus uses a line topology with
drop lines enabling further branching using star topology. Please
observe the following restrictions:
n The maximum length of drop lines including branches is 6m.
n Maximum number of drop lines is 12.
n Branching is allowed with drop lines only.

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n The maximum distance between two points in the bus is 500m

(Fig. 5).
Fig. 4: Line, ring and star topology for networks
Another important point is the termination at each end of a

network. ”End” refers to the first and the last physical device on
the bus. This has nothing to do with the addresses set on device.
For local bus, jumper W500 is used for termination. For details,
please see individual units’ local bus descriptions. For residual bus
systems (e.g. SE-Bus or PROFIBUS), please read the “Plug-in
Cards” item.
First Last
Dev x Dev x Dev x
Drop line with Drop line

branching
Dev x
Dev x Dev x
Dev x
Fig. 5: Structure of the local bus
With every bus system, the “controller” for DISOCONT system unit
VSE can be located anywhere in the system. There is no need to
have it at an end of the network.
DEVICENET expects the bus interface module to be supplied via
the bus cable. With the local bus, supply is via the VEA or VLB
20120 unit bus cable. If none of these units is connected to bus,
module has to be supplied from the outside (24VDC, 40mA).

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Configurations
In the DISOCONT system, the wires for incoming and outgoing

bus lines are clipped onto the same terminal, so that the bus is
uninterrupted also if the bus connector is withdrawn. In variable
configurations where stations are to be removed from bus during
operation, it is useful to locate the terminal resistors on an external
connector and not on the p.c. board.
Since the Profibus cable is connected via the supply line, the
terminal resistor no longer operates properly if the connector is
withdrawn. Therefore, install a permanently available station on
cable end, for instance, a power unit.
If two wires on one terminal are not desired, provide an external

terminal box for the continuous bus line and guide a spur line from
terminal box to feeder. For admissible spur line length, see
specification of the particular bus.
Mounting Configurations
There are various DISOCONT mounting configurations.
Local Mounting
This configuration consists of system unit VSE, additional
input/output unit VEA for input flow control, and a prefeeder. Both
units are mounted on feeder in a small glass fiber reinforced
housing protected to IP65. Depending on the type of feeder, the
DISOCONT electronics can be integrated into the feeder
mechanics. An operator unit mounted in fieldbox VLB can be
used.
Local mounting of DISOCONT offers the highest advantage with
respect to installation expense.
Local / Cabinet Mounting

System unit VSE is mounted on feeder; I/O unit VEA, in a cabinet
clip-mounted on DIN rails in cabinet maximum 500m away from
feeder. An operator unit VLB can be used, normally mounted at
the cabinet door. This configuration, too, enables the system unit
to be arranged flexibly, e.g. in glass fiber reinforced housing
protected to IP65 or inside the support structure . A special
housing for the cabinet mounted VEA and the VLB units ensures
optimum handling control and wiring inside the cabinet.
Cabinet Mounting
All components are mounted inside a cabinet. VSE, if necessary,
and VEA are either rail- or wall-mounted. Both housing variants
are designed to ease handling inside the cabinet. A
panel-mounted operator unit VLB can be used as well.
The maximum cable distance from cabinet to feeder is 500m.

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Configurations
Wiring Considerations
Thanks to the small number of devices, DISOCONT is rather
simple to realize. Nevertheless, thoroughly check to see which
cables are required and whether number and size of the cables
you want to use fit into the available cable glands (see table at
item “Accessories/Recommended Cables”).
When checking the technical details of the different units, you will
find for each output (and input) the corresponding connector type
indicated (e.g. Phoenix MSTB, 3.5mm spacing.) The maximum
wire cross section is indicated for every type. For Phoenix MSTB
(5mm contact spacing), the maximum wire cross section is
2.5mm2; for MSTB (3.5mm spacing), 1.5mm2.
Basic Diagrams
Below, the basic diagrams for two different configurations are
shown. Figure 6 shows a small system configuration; figure 7, a
more complex system.
Fig. 6: Small stand-alone system

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Configurations
Cable Fixation
Fig. 8 depicts proper cable fixation. Under each cable duct you
see several slots . When inserting cable clamps into these slots,
clamps press cable shield against housing and thus ensure proper
grounding. The M-shaped slots can also be used for pull relief of
cable binders.
Fig. 7: Cable fixation

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Configurations
DISOCONT Components Overview
Fig. 8:

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Fieldbox VFG 20100
Fieldbox VFG 20100

This glass fiber reinforced housing is used for field mounting of the
DISOCONT units.
Fig. 9: Fieldbox
Housing Glass fiber reinforced, polyester

Dimensions 260 x 160 x 90mm
Weight fully equipped /empty 3,1/2
Protection to IEC60 529 IP65, NEMA 4 type
240
6,5
110
Fig.: 10 Outlets and mounting holes
When using the fieldbox, the cable diameter is limited through the cable gland outlets.
Watch the cable recommendations given in chapter “Accessories”.

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Fieldbox VFG 20100
Ordering Data
Part no. Ordering no.
VFG 20100 F217902.02
Retrofitting set VFG 20100-E22* w/o connector V016872.B01
Retrofitting set VFG 20100-E22* with connector V016872.B02
* for use in potentially explosive atmospheres

Observe “Use In Potentially Explosive Atmospheres” item.

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Cabinet Housing VEG 20100

The stainless steel housings for system unit VSE and input/output
unit VEA housing are used when the main DISOCONT units are
mounted in a cabinet. Normally clipped to DIN top hat rails, the
housing can also be screwed on.
Fig. 11: Cabinet housing
Housing Clipped to DIN rails or wall-mounted

Weight fully equipped / empty 2.4 / 1.3
Protection to IEC60 529 IP20
Ordering Data
VEG 20100 F217903.01

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45
Fig. 12: Cabinet housing with mounting holes

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System Unit VSE 20100

Designed to perform all measurement and control functions, the
DISOCONT system unit can be expanded by a fieldbus adapter
card. All parameters (configuration etc.) are stored on the VSM
memory card. On power failure the dynamic values will be saved
as well. The system unit must be mounted in a VFG or VEG
housing in order to ensure that live parts are out of touch. For use
as feeder control unit, a VSM memory card is required. For use as
I/O system with VIO software, no memory card is necessary.
Fig. 13:
Setting Local Bus Address

The circuit board is equipped with two rotary switches for selecting
one of the 64 local bus addresses. Multiply setting of S2 switch by
10 (x10 indicated on cover plate), add setting of S1 switch (x1
indicated on cover plate), and calculate selected address.
The first VSE on a DISOCONT local bus has address 01, the
second 02 ,etc. third party units or extensions must have
addresses over 30.
The terminating resistor for the local bus is enabled via W500:
W500: 1-2 terminated
W500: 2-3 not terminated
If local bus is not connected, W500 remains in position 2-3.
The first and last device on local bus must have a bus termination.
Set jumper W500 to 1-2 (default).
The local bus must be supplied with energy. If a VEA 20100 or
VLB 20120 is connected, this unit powers the bus via the bus
terminals with no need for additional cabling. If only VSE units or a
VLB 20105 is connected to local bus, the latter must be supplied
from the outside. To do so, the voltage source on VSE connector
X7 can be used, for instance.
Scale Software
The VSE 20100 hardware consists of neutral standard
components programmed for the particular scale type by software.
The software can be updated immediately after delivery using the
EasyServe service software. The download procedure is detailed
in the EasyServe documentation. During download, set jumper
W100 to position 1-2. For normal operation, maintain jumper
position 2-3.

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General Specifications
Power supply DC 24V... 300V ±15%
Power supply AC 110V....230V /-20%, +10%, 47...63 Hz
Phoenix MSTB 5mm contact spacing, max. 2.5 mm2
Fuse 4 ATr
Recommended user fuse 16A, device fuses, type C to DIN 60898
Consumption 20W
Operating temperature
-25 °C ... 50 °C
(Ambient temperature outside of housing)
Storage temperature -25 °C ... 60 °C
Protection to IEC 60529 IP 00
Auxiliary voltage output 24VDC, 250mA (for VLG)
Load Cell Input

Load cell field voltage +/- 6V AC
Load cell sensitivity 1 ... 3 mV/V (bipolar with) MULTICOR software
Load cell connection 6-wire
Load cell monitoring interval 100ms
Load cell number 4 (350Ω)
Max. cable length 500m
Resolution 24bit
Temperature drift <10ppm/°C
Connector Phoenix MSTB, 3.5mm contact spacing, max. 1.5 mm2
Depending on load cell type and manufacturer, a different wiring scheme is used. See table
below for details or contact Schenck Process.
Table 2: Load cell connection
Terminal
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DISOCONT RT HBM Z6 SF4/SB4
2mV/V 1250 terminal
2.8mV/V 2mV/V 2mV/V
box DKK
OUT 1 black black black 82
black black
REF 1 blue grey brown 82.1
IN 1 red red red red white 28
IN 2 white white white white red 27
REF 2 orange green blue 81.1
blue green
OUT 2 green blue green 81
Binary Input (NAMUR)

No of inputs, NAMUR (DIN 19234) 2
Monitoring Short-circuit, broken cable
Frequency/Tachometer 0.03Hz ... 2.9 kHz
Connector Phoenix MSTB, 3.5mm spacing, max. 1.5mm2

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Binary Input
No. of inputs 2
Isolation Optocouplers
Max. input voltage 20....30V 4-7mA
Input resistance 5k
Binary Output
No. of outputs 4 relays
Group of 3 safety isolated against 1; inside group,
Isolation
parallel use of 24V and 230V prohibited.
Function Contact closes
Voltage 24V ... 250V =/~; to be supplied externally
Max. 8A, resistive load
Current
Max. 1A, inductive load with spark suppressor
DC: 50 ... 250 W depending on voltage,
Switching power 240 W at 30V DC
AC: 2000 VA max.
Connector Phoenix MSTB, 5mm spacing, max. 2.5mm2
Analog Output
No. of outputs 1
Output range 0/4mA ... 20mA (max. 11V)
Max. load 500 ohms
Resolution 12 bits
Refresh rate 100ms
Serial Port RS232

Isolation No
Handshake RTS, CTS
Baud rate, depending on software 300Bd ... 115kBd
Connector D-Sub HD20
Local Bus For details on local bus, see chapter “Network Connections”
Baud rate, software selected 125kBit/s
Cable 3x2x0.23 screened in pairs, 1)
Power load Max. 40mA
LED for Communication OK; for function, see table
Display
below.
1) DeviceNet thin cable recommended

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Control unit VLB No control unit VLB

LED Local Bus OK connected and connected or
Function communication with VLB communication with VLB
OK faulty
Communicatio
Permanently lit Flashing
Hardware module (VSE n OK
or VEA) activated Communicatio Lit but goes out for a very
Off
n faulty short time
No hardware module (VSE or VEA)
Permanently lit Off
activated
Status does not occur before data transmission has been built up
(approx. 1 min. after power-up or changes to Local Bus).
Input DI4 used for analog signals
Number of inputs 1
Input range 0-10 V, with external resistance 0(4)-20 mA; see comments below
Input resistance 990 ohms
Potential separation No
Resolution 10 bits
Read-in rate 100 ms
Connector Phoenix MSTB, contact spacing 3.5, max. 1.5mm2
Input equivalent circuit diagram
Fig. 14:
Input is designed for NAMUR signals measurement. Measured is

measuring voltage U. When connecting common signal sources,
observe the following specifications:
1. If a voltage source U in accordance with connecting variant 1 is

used to preset a voltage, make sure the latter does not exceed
10V. The source must be capable of taking the current
delivered from internal supply. When designing supply cable,
pay attention to resistance R.
2. Connecting variant 2 is not possible.

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3. With connecting variant 3, current iv = 0-20 mA translates into

internal measurement value 6.2 - 18 mA. This variant is given,
e.g. if a DISOCONT analog output is used for presetting.
4. Resulting measuring voltage Um 0 - 9V is always resolved into
922 increments. With connecting variant 4, the maximum
resolution of preset value 0-20 mA is reduced to 544
increments.
5. To adapt input to particular connecting variant, use the
DISOCONT “Range” and “Evaluation” parameters.
To ensure protection from electrical shocks,

never use system unit VSE without VFG or VEG housing.
The internal cooling plate is a live part.

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Fig. 15: Wiring Diagram VSE 20100

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Memory Module VSM
Memory Module VSM

Installed in DISOCONT system unit VSE, the memory module
stores all system-specific settings and operating values.
In the event of power failure, dynamic values will be saved as well.
If a defective VSE system unit is to be repaired or replaced, the

VSM module can be plugged into a replacement unit for parameter
transfer.
Note: When plugging on module, ensure proper orientation

(pin strip towards the VSE outside) and vertical
introduction, for contacts to plug correctly.
Fig. 16: VSM 20100
No of erase/write cycles >1,000,000

Data retention >100 years
Variants
Designation
VSM 20110 for DISOCONT L, software VEC20150
VSM 20100 for measuring systems
VSM 20101 for feeding systems
VSM 20102 for extended systems
No VSM required for VSE with software VIO

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I/O Unit VEA 20100
I/O Unit VEA 20100

Designed as additional input/output unit, VEA must be employed if
the control panel version of control unit VLB (type 20100) is used.
The VEA unit must be mounted in a VFG or VEG housing in order
to ensure that live parts are out of touch.
Fig. 17:

The circuit board has two rotary switches for selecting one of the
64 local bus addresses. Multiply setting of S2 switch by 10 (x10
indicated on cover plate) and add setting of S1 switch (x1
indicated on cover plate) to calculate selected address.
The first VEA on a DISOCONT local bus has address 11; the
second, 12 etc. Jumper W500 terminates local bus (1-2 =
terminated). Default = 2-3.
VLP103V
W100
Service
1
9 0 1
8 2
S2 7
x10 3
6 5 4
9 0 1
8 2
S1 7
x1 3
6 5 4
X8
W500
1
X4 Local bus
Fig. 18: Address switch, jumpers and bus connectors
Reserved for servicing, jumper W100 must be set to 2-3 (default)

for normal operation.

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I/O Unit VEA 20100
Power supply DC 24V...300V ±15%
Power supply AC 110...230V/ -20%, +10%, 47...63 Hz
Phoenix MSTB 5mm contact spacing, max. 2.5mm2
Fuse 4ATr
Recommended user fuse 16A, device fuses, type C to EN 60898
Power consumption 20W
-25 °C ... 50 °C
(Ambient temperature outside of housing)
Protection to IEC60529 IP00
Binary Input
No. of inputs 1+3
Input voltage 20...30V 4..7mA
Input resistance 5k
Connector Phoenix MSTB, 3.5mm contact spacing, max. 1.5mm2
Binary Output
No. of outputs 5 relays
Group of 4, 1 completely isolated
Isolation
Function Contact closes

Contact voltage 24V ... 250V =/~; to be supplied externally
Max. 8A, resistive load
Contact current
Max. 1A, inductive load with spark suppressor
DC: 50 ... 250 W depending on voltage
Switching power 240 W at 30V DC
AC: 2000 VA max.
Connector Phoenix MSTB, 5mm contact spacing, max. 2.5mm2
Analog Input
No. of inputs 1
Current input 0/4mA ... 20mA / 50 ohms
Voltage input 0 ... 10V / 100 kilohms
Isolation galv. isolated
Resolution 12 bits
Time constant 100ms
Filter Suppression of 50/60Hz

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I/O Unit VEA 20100
Analog Output
No. of outputs 1
0/4mA ... 20mA (max. 11V)
Output span
0/4mA software depending
Max. load 500 ohms
Resolution 12 bits
Refresh rate 100ms
Connector Phoenix MSTB 3.5mm contact spacing, max. 1.5mm2
Serial Port RS232 (Printer)

Isolation No
Handshake Software (Xon/Xoff)
Baud rate, software depending 300Bd ... 115kBd
Connector D-Sub HD20
Local Bus
Baud rate, software depending 125kBit/s
Cable 3x2x0.23 screened by pair, 1)
Max distance between any two points 500m
Max length of drop line 6m
Branching On drop lines only
Termination at each end of bus
Bus supply 24V DC, 250mA for supply of other bus stations
Natural current load Max. 40mA
Display LED for Communication OK

Pulse Generator
Frequency range, software depending < 20 Hz for totalizing counter
Puls width, software depending 10 ms ... 10 s, in 5 ms steps
Output Open collector, max. 24VDC
Output current Max. 50mA
Ordering Data
VEA 20100 F217904.02

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I/O Unit VEA 20100
To ensure protection from electrical shocks, never use

system unit VEA without VFG or VEG housing.
The interior cooling plate is a live part.

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I/O Unit VEA 20100
Fig. 19: Wiring diagram VEA 20100

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Input/Output Optional Card VEA 20101

The VEA 20101 is plugged into the main VSE (local bus address
01) providing further inputs and outputs. If a VEA 20101 has been
mounted, no further field bus card can be mounted. The mounting
of the VEA 20101 card into the VSE 20100 assembly is described
in Section Field Bus Interfaces, Mounting of the Field Bus Card.
Replace the VSE 20100 cover plate by the cover plate supplied
with the VEA 10101. For retrofitting it is recommended to fix a
label for the software similar to that on the old cover plate.
The funcions of the optional card are only available if they are
supported by the scale software.
Fig. 20:
Position of connectors and jumpers on the VEA 20101
Technical Data
General Data
Supply voltage internal from VSE 20100

-25 °C ... 50 °C
(ambient temperature outside the case)

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Binary inputs
Number of inputs 3 (DI5, DI6, DI7)
Potential separation optocoupler
Input voltage 20 ... 30 V, 2 ... 7 mA
Input resistance 5 kOhm
Connector Phoenix MSTB 3,5; max. 1,5mm2
Relay binary outputs

Number of outputs 2 (DO5, DO6)
Potential separation Relay
Function contact closes
max. 2A, resistive load at 40 VDC
Contact load capacity DC max. 0.4 A resistive load at 230 VDC
inductive load only with spark extinction
max. 250VRelay binary outputsAC; max. 62 VA
Contact load capacity AC
inductive load only with spark extinction
Open Collector Binary Outputs

Number of outputs 1 (DO7)
Voltage max. 36 VDC, to be provided externally
Current max. 50 mA
Analog input
Number 1
Input current or 0/4 ... 20 mA, Ri = 200 Ohm
input voltage 0 ... 10 VDC; Ri = 25 kOhm
Resolution 16 Bit
Input filter 5 ms
Updating rate 100 ms
Analog output
Number 1
Ausgangsstrom 0/4mA ... 20mA (max. 11V)
Maximale Last 500 Ohm
Resolution 12 Bit
Updating rate 100 ms

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Isolation capacity of the potential separation

The connectors have been combined to form the following three
groups:
Group Connector
1 Analog output
Digital inputs
2
Analog inputs
Relay outputs
3
ulse output
Each group is separated from the other and from VSE 20100 by a basic isolation (test voltage 1
kV, no safe isolation). The isolation of the different potential islands within a group has been
dimensioned for a differential voltage of 60 V.
The serial interface is not isolated. When used for permanent process control or in case the
host is not isolated against PE, an external isolation of the serial link is required.
Setting of jumpers
The position of the jumpers is only of interest if the serial interface is used. Not every scale
software uses the serial interface.
Selecting the type of serial interface
Jumper RS 232 RS 485

W590 1-2 2-3
W591 1-2 2-3
W592 1-2 2-3
Bus termination
Bus termination 120
Jumper No bus termination
Ohm
W540 1-2 2-3
W550 1-2 2-3
Ordering data
Designation Order number
VEA 20101 V038841.B01

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Control Unit VLB 20100 (Front-of-Panel Mounting Version)
Control Unit VLB 20100 (Front-of-Panel

Mounting Version)
Control unit VLB 20100 is used for direct operation of DISOCONT
instead of, or in addition to, the use of a plant control system. The
LC displays visualizes all measurement and control data.
When using VLB 20100, a VEA unit must be present. VLB and
VEA are interconnected using cable VSC 20100.
This variant can be mounted in control panel or cabinet door. The

distance between VEA and control unit must not exceed 2m.
Fig. 22: Operator panel for control panel mounting
Setting Contrast
To adjust contrast, press decimal point and UP/DOWN arrow keys
at the same time. The optimum setting depends on temperature.
Screen Saver
Appoximately 15 min. after last operation, background lighting
goes out and comes on again upon next key operation.
Simultaneous operation of decimal point and RIGHT/LEFT arrows
lets you change over between permanent lighting and screen
saver.

The address is set by software.
A VLB unit in a DISOCONT system always has address 21.
The first and last physical unit on Local Bus must be equipped with
bus termination. To do so, set jumper W500 to position 1-2.
Default is 2-3.
Jumper W100 is reserved for servicing and must be in position 2-3
in normal mode.

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Fig. 23: Jumpers and bus connectors
Dimensions 240 x 120 x 55

Mounting recess 231 x 111 -0...+0.5
Keyboard Flexible membranes
Weight 0.8kg
Operating temperature 0 °C ... 50 °C
Storage temperature (Ambient
-20 °C ... 60 °C
temperature outside of housing)
Front: IP54, NEMA 2 type
Protection to IEC60 529
Rear wall: IP20
Consumption 3W
Ordering Data
VLB 20100 F217906.01
VSC 20100 F217914.01

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Fig.25: Wiring diagram VLB 20100

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Control Unit VLB 20105 (Front-of-Panel

Mounting Version)
The control unit is used to control DISOCONT in place of or in
addition to plant control. The LC display shows all data relevant for
measurement and control.
Equipped with own power supply unit, the present variant can be
mounted in control panel or cubicle door.
Fig.26: Control unit for control panel mounting
Setting Contrast
Set contrast by simultaneous operation of decimal point and
UP/DOWN arrows. The optimal setting depends on temperature.
Screen Saver
Appoximately 15 min. after last operation, background lighting
goes out and comes on again upon next key operation.
Simultaneous operation of decimal point and RIGHT/LEFT arrows
lets you change over between permanent lighting and screen
saver.

The address is set by software.
A VLB unit in a DISOCONT system always has address 21.
The first and last physical unit on Local Bus must be equipped with
bus termination. To do so, set jumper W500 to position 1-2.
Default is 2-3.
Jumper W100 is reserved for servicing and must be in position 2-3
in normal mode.

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General Technical Data

Dimensions 240 x 120 x 74
Mounting recess 231 x 111 -0...+0.5
Weight 1 kg
(Ambient temperature outside of 0 °C ... 50 °C
housing)
Front to IP54, NEMA 4 type
Protected to IEC60 529
Rear to IP20
Power supply 85-264V /3W
Local Bus Connector X4 For details, see “Network Connections” item.

Baud rate, software dependent 125kbit/s
Cable 3x2x0.23 screened by pair, 1)
Local Bus supply 24V DC, 80mA
Status LED for Communication OK
Phoenix MSTB, contact spacing 3.5mm,
Connector
max. 1.5mm2

Ordering Data
Part number Ordering number
VLB 20105 V00 3048.B01

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Fig.28: Wiring diagram VLB 20105

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Control Unit VLB 20120 (Fieldbox Variant)

The control unit is used for direct operation of DISOCONT instead
of, or in addition to, the use of a plant control. The LCD screen
displays all necessary information for measurement and control.
The VLB is connected to the VSE via local bus.
This version is for use at the feeder site and is mounted in
fieldbox.
Fig. 29: Operator panel in fieldbox
For contrast setting and screen saver, see VLB 20100.

The address is set via software.
A VLB in a DISOCONT system always has address 21.
The first and the last physical unit on local bus must be equipped
with bus termination. To do so, set jumper W500 to position 1-2.
Default is 2-3.
Provided for servicing, jumper W100 must be in position 2-3 in
normal mode.
Address Setting
After power-up, the welcome text “Schenck Process DISOCONT
Operator Panel” is displayed for some seconds. Operate red
ENTER key to display and change set address.
When using VLB unit in DISOCONT system, always select
address 21.
Return to normal mode by operating ENTER once again.

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Fig. 30: Jumpers and bus connectors
Housing glass fiber reinforced, polyester

Fixation same as VFG 20100
Power supply DC 24V....300V ±15%
Power supply AC 110V...230V, -20% +10%, 47...63 Hz
Fuse 4ATr
Power consumption 4W
-20 °C ... 50 °C
(ambient temperature outside of housing)
Local Bus For details on local bus, see “Network Connections” item.
Baud rate, software dependent 125kBit/s ... 500kBit/s
Cable 3x2x0.23 screened by in pairs, 1)
24V DC, 250mA for supply of other
Power supply
bus stations
Natural current load Max 40mA
Display LED for communication OK
Phoenix MSTB, 3.5mm contact
Connector
spacing, max. 1.5mm2

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Components
Type
VLB 20120
VSC 20106 cable for mobile use
VLB 20120-E22*
* unit for use in explosive zone 22
In potentially explosive atmospheres, VLB 20120-E22 must be

firmly attached (not plugged-in).
A VLB 20120 (normal design) with VSC 20106 can also be used
for service work on scales approved for explosive zones if it is
safeguarded that there is no explosive atmosphere when it is
used.

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Wiring Diagram
Fig. 31: Wiring diagram VLB 20120

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Fieldbus Interfaces
Fieldbus Interfaces
General Information
A process management system in platn control communicates
with DISOCONT preferably via fieldbus.
All field-bus interfaces are designed as plug-in cards for system
unit VSE.
Depending on the fieldbus system used there are some
restrictions to observe: length of cables, bus termination etc. You
will find details in the technical data section of the corresponding
bus. To ensure optimal EMC interference protection, we
recommend to use only cables specified for the single fieldbus
systems.
Please observe the hints given in chapter Configurations/Network
Connections.
Mounting Fieldbus Card

n disconnect all VSE cables from power
n remove cover plate
n replace spacer bolts by bolts provided with the fieldbus card
n configure card; if necessary, jumper
n insert card so that the plug connects
n fasten card with spacer bolts
n remount cover plate.
ATTENTION!
To protect the p.c. board from damage, tighten all pins using a 5.5
mm socket wrench.
Cover pl at e
Fig. 32: Mounting a fieldbus plug-in card
Each installation set comes with identification label. Please glue

the into fieldbus frame of cover plate.

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Multiple Bus Model VSB 20100

The module can be plugged into system unit VSE to provide an
interface to one of the following bus systems:
n SE-Bus for connection to Schenck MULTICONT
n Modbus/J-Bus
n 3964R
Due to the specifications for these bus systems, the connection

with two or four wires as well as the communication speed is
different. Although the hardware and software for all buses is
on-board, only one bus at a time can be used. The selection is
made via jumpers, see Fig. .
The first and last device on all buses must have a bus termination
(e.g. W500 and W501 set to 1-2). Addresses set on device are
irrelevant.
Pin assignment for fieldbus connector X20

Pin No. SE-Bus RS 422 RS 485
1 RX/TX RX RX/TX
2 RXinv./TXinv. RXinv. RXinv./TXinv.
3 GND 1) GND 1) GND 1)
4 - TX -
5 - TXinv. -
1) Normally, GND connectors are not connected externally.
Ordering Data
Part No. Ordering No.
VSB 20100 F217910.01

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DeviceNet (CAN) Module VCB 20100

The module can be plugged into the VSE to provide an interface to
CAN-Bus with DeviceNet protocol.
Attention:
The poll rate of the host computer must be shorter than
200ms.
Fig. 34: Jumpers, switches and bus connectors; view on equipment side
The bus address is set via software (s. BV-H2103).

Please observe that the first and last station on CAN bus must be
equipped with a bus termination. To do so, set jumper W160 to
position 1-2 on respective device, and maintain jumper position
2-3 on all other devices.
Pin assignment
X20 (only for internal
Pin No. X2 (for optional use)
use)
1 0V -
2 CAN- CAN-
3 Shielding 1) 0V
4 CAN+ -
5 +24V -
6 n. a. -
7 n. a. CAN+
8 n. a. -
9 n. a. +24V
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Potential separation Optocouplers

Cable 3x2x0.23 screened in pairs, 1)
Power supply 5V DC internal
Current supply Max 175mA
Status LED for communication OK
Connector Phoenix MSTB 3.5, max. 1.5m2

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The module can be plugged into the VSE to provide an interface to
CAN-Bus with DeviceNet protocol.
Poll rate of host computer is not limited.
VCB010
X20
XC3 W160
5 4 3 2 1 3 2 1
Fieldbus card
connector
Fig. 35: Jumpers, switches and bus connectors; view on equipment side
The bus address is set via software (s. BV-H2103).

Please observe that the first and last station on CAN bus must be
equipped with a bus termination. To do so, set jumper W160 to
position 1-2 on respective device, and maintain jumper position
2-3 on all other devices.
Pin assignment
X20/XC3 (only for
Pin No.
internal use)
1 0V
2 CAN-
3 -
4 CAN+
5 +24V
6 n. a.
7 n. a.
8 n. a.
9 n. a.
Apply screen to cable pull relief.

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Cable 3x2x0.23 screened in pairs 1)
Power supply 5V DC internal
Current supply Max 175mA
Status LED for communication OK
Connector Phoenix MSTB 3.5, max. 1.5m2

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PROFIBUS-DP Module VPB 20100

The module can be plugged into VSE to provide an interface to
PROFIBUS-DP. Designed and certified in accordance with DIN
19245 and EN 50170 Part 2, the module caters for automatic baud
rate recognition of up to 12 Mbit/s (12Mbaud).
When using cable type “A”, make sure the following cable lengths
for the entire bus are not exceeded:
Speed [kbit/s] Max. cable length [m]

12000, 6000, 3000 100 (max. 24 bus stations admitted)
1500 200
500 400
187,5 1000
For further details, see Profibus specification

(http://www.profibus.com)
With baud rates smaller than 12Mbaud, number of bus stations is

limited only by required cycle time and address.
For 12Mbaud, the following physical restriction additionally
applies: number of stations x cable length in m <2000.
The circuit board has two plug-ins for bus connection. DISOCONT
uses connector X20.
Please keep in mind that the first and last device on a
PROFIBUS-DP system must have a bus termination. To do so, set
W500 and W501 to 1-2 to provide termination.
Attention: both jumpers must be in same position.
Note:
If the last actively terminated slave is removed from bus, the entire
bus may be disturbed, particularly in the case of alternating scales.
This problem can be avoided with the use of a separate active
terminal resistor, e.g. Siemens ordering number 6ES7
972-0DA00-0AA0.
You can also order the terminal resistor from Schenck (ordering
number V014298.B01).

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Fig. 36: Bus connector, view on equipment side
Pin assignment
Pin No. X20 X1 (for optional use)
1 RxD/TxD-P * Shielding
2 RxD/TxD-N ** Reserved
3 DGND RxD/TxD-P *
4 VP CNTR-P
5 - DGND
6 - VP
7 - Reserved
8 - RxD/TxD-N **
9 - Reserved
* Data line is additionally identified by letter B; core colour is red.

** Data line is additionally identified by letter A; core colour is green.
Apply shield to cable pull relief, not to connector.
For connection, use standard Profibus cable.
Ordering Data
Type Ordering no.
VPB 20100 F217908.01
Profibus special connector for X1 V022274.B01

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Ethernet Bus Module 20100 (VET010V)
Ethernet Bus Module 20100 (VET010V)

Plugged onto the DISOCONT fieldbus connector, this optional
module provides an Ethernet interface 10Tbase to the TCP client.
Place bridge W100 (determination of the voltage supply) always
on 2-3.
To configure the module, load down the MultiServer software from
the Schenck Service page in the Internet.
Fig. 37:
Pin Assignment
RJ45 (only for

Pin X20
internal use)
1 PE 1) TX+
2 RX+ TX-
3 RX- RX+
4 TX+ —
5 TX- —
6 — RX-
7 — —
8 — —
1) Normally, PE ist not connected externally

Technical Data
Isolation Yes
Voltage supply Internal
Connector (X20) Phoenix spacing 3.5 max. 1.5mm²
Ordering Data
Type Ordering number

VET 20100 V030590.B01

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Ethernet/IP-Module VET20101 (VET012V)

Plugged onto the DISOCONT fieldbus connector, this optional
module provides an Ethernet interface (10/100 BaseT) to the TCP
client.
Fig. 38:
Pin Assignment
Pin X20 RJ45 (only for internal use)
1 PE 1) TX+
2 RX+ TX-
3 RX- RX+
4 TX+ —
5 TX- —
6 — RX-
7 — —
8 — —
1) Normally, PE ist not connected externally
Technical Data
Isolation yes
Voltage supply Internal
Ethernet Topologie 10/100 BaseT
Connector (X20) Phoenix MSTB, Raster 3,5 max., 1,5mm 2
Ordering Data
Type Ordering number
VET 20101 V048756.B01

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Local Control Unit VLG 20100 For Controlled Drives
Local Control Unit VLG 20100 For Controlled

Drives
If you wish to operate main drive for servicing, control unit
bypasses DISOCONT electronics and enables manual control. A
drive can be started or stopped, and a continuous value, e.g. belt
speed, can be keyed in. MANUAL mode ignores the
DISOCONT output signals.
Switch S1 lets you select AUTO/MANUAL mode and start/stop
drive in MANUAL mode.
The R1 switch controls the drive speed.
Fig.39: Local control unit VLG 20100

Weight fully equipped 4.5kg
Limit values Load relay outputs 230V/3A
Limit values Relay outputs for control
30V/1A
magnitude change
Limit values Open collector outputs 30V/10mA
Inputs 24V/5mA
Operating temperature -25....50°C
Ordering Data
VLG 20100 F217920.02

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Wiring Diagram
Fig. 40: Wiring diagramm: Load control units used with VSE and VEA
If VLG 20100 is used on a feeder as second VLG, jumper terminals X2-15 and -16.

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Local Control Unit VLG 20105

For Position-controlled Drives
If you wish to operate main drive for servicing, control unit
bypasses DISOCONT electronics and enables manual control.
Switch S2 lets you start/stop a position-controlled prefeeder, e.g.
feed gate. MANUAL mode ignores the DISOCONT output signals.
Switch S1 lets you select AUTO/MANUAL mode and triggers quick
closing, if required.
Fig. 42:

Weight completely equipped 4.5kg
Limit values Relay outputs for
30V/1A
control magnitude change
Limit values Open collector outputs 30V/10mA
Inputs 24V/5mA
Operating temperature -25...50°C
Ordering Data
VLG 20105 F217923.02

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Wiring Diagram
Fig. 43:

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Fig. 44:

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If you wish to operate main drive for servicing, local control unit
bypasses DISOCONT electronics and enables direct control. Main
drive and up to three auxiliary drives can be started and stopped
and a value (e.g. for belt speed) can be keyed in. Switch S1 lets
you select Service mode. Service mode ignores the
DISOCONT outputs signals.
Switch R1 controls the drive speed.
Switches S2...S4 let you control the auxiliary units.
Local Control Unit VLG 20110 comes with all relays and motor
protections required for the drives specified in your order.
Fig. 45: Local control unit VLG 20110
Housing Glass fiber reinforced, wall-mounted

Weight fully equipped 4.5kg
Limit value Relay outputs for control
30V/1A
magnitude change
Limit value Open collector outputs 30V/10mA
Inputs 24V/5mA
Operating temperature -25...50°C
Ordering Data
VLG 20110 basic unit (without relays
F217921.02
and motor protections)

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Fig. 46:

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Wiring Diagram
Fig. 47: Wiring Diagram: Local control unit used with VSE (sample)/(Drive Control Variant 1)

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Fig. 48: Wiring diagram: Local control unit used with VSE (sample)
Drive Control Variant 2)
Refer to VLG 20100 for the logic diagram (F21756201)

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This unit comprises DISOCONT measuring and control electronics
VSE 20100 for a continuous scale as well as the control elements
for local control without using the DISOCONT electronics. The unit
is designed for connection to scale.
The control elements enable changeover to local mode, definition

of volumetric feed rate, start of main feed drive and max. 3
auxiliary drives as a function of variant.
S1 lets you select mode (Automatic/Local) and starts main drive.

R1 controls speed of main drive.
Optional switches S2 – S3 enable auxiliary drives to be started.
In addition, the unit is equipped with sockets for connection of

service connectors for EasyServe and/or VLB 20120.
Fig. 49: Local control unit VLG 20120
Housing Glass fibre reinforced

Dimensions 582 x 190 x 125 mm
Limit values Load relay outputs 230 V / 3 A
Limit values Relay outputs for
30 V / 1 A
control magnitude change
Limit values Open collector
30 V / 10 mA
outputs
Inputs 24 V / 5 mA
EasyServe
Connector (integrated)
Service-VLB 20120
Weight completely equipped 8 kg
Protected to IEC 60 529 IP 65, NEMA 4-typ
Ambient temperature -25 ... 50 °C

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Ordering Data
VLG 20120 base unit without optional switches and

V015297.B01
integral motor starters
Fig. 50: Dimension drawing VLG 20120

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Wiring Diagram
Fig. 51: Wiring diagram: Local control unit VLG 20120 Base variant and options (sample)

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Fig. 52:
Refer to VLG 20100 for the logic diagram (F2175620)

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EasyServe VPC 20150
EasyServe VPC 20150

Designed as DISOCONT configuration and diagnosis tool,
EasyServe operates under NT, 98, 2000, XP.
All controlling and calibrating operations can be performed via
control unit. The menu control allows flexible and easy adjustment,
provides access to service data and enables to operate the scale
for service purpose. It is also possible to customize the menu text
on PC screen and all operator units.
EasyServe ships on a CD-ROM which includes this manual and

the program itself partitioned into folders.
Ordering Data
VPC20150 CD-ROM EasyServe F217 940.01

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EasyServe VPC 20150
Service Bus and Remote Diagnostics

Service-Bus: Access to all feeders; no replugging.
Remote Diagnostic: Access round the world or inside a bigger
plant.
The figure shows the interconnection of the devices.
Converters RS232-RS485 must be mounted close to VSE, or PC
(cable <12m). This might require additional fieldboxes in a
mechatronic arrangement. For smaller installations, all converters
could be mounted in one enclosure. The RS485 bus can be
extended to max. 1200 m.
With the help of standard telephone modems, remote access is
possible.
Converters RS232-RS485 are commercial standard components
that include automatic detection of flow direction RS485 bus.
We suggest to use SPECTRA, type SSW-520A.
System unit
Fieldbus module
VSE
Power
supply RS 232 I/O Local Bus
System unit
*
Fieldbus module
VAK 20230
Interface converter
VSE
and power supply OPTION
Power
System unit 94-264VAC

Fieldbus module Next bus station
VAK 20200
VSE
Interface converter OPTION
Power
Next bus station
*
-A3 VAK 20210 -A1 -A2
MODEM, VAK 20230 VAK 20200
Interface converter Interface converter Interface converter
and power supply and power supply
94-264VAC 94-264VAC
OPTION
Next bus station
BVM2125GB_3.cdr
Service/configuration * If a continuous cable is used, insert PG screwing.
connector
Fig. 53:

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EasyServe VPC 20150
Fig. 54: Bus Configuration VAK 20200

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EasyServe VPC 20150
Fig.: 55 Bus Configuration VAK 20210

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EasyServe VPC 20150
Fig. 56: Bus Configuration VAK 20230

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EasyServe VPC 20150

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Example for connecting the FGA0053 speed pick-up
Example for connecting the FGA0053 speed

pick-up
Fig. 57:

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Example for connecting the FGA0053 speed pick-up

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Accessories
Accessories
Sealing of Control Boxes (Protection Type)
Our control boxes are highly protected to ingress of water and
dust. When used in areas with dust explosion hazard (dust Ex),
the type of protection is essential for compliance with the Ex
regulations.
To ensure the high degree of protection, observe the following:
n Observe the specified range for cable screwed connections. In
the safe area, the sealing ring can be replaced; with
“approved” screwed connections, the latter must be exchanged
completely.
n With non-used cable screwed connections, press sealing plug
into screwing to completion. To do so, remove clamping nut
and press in plug flush with the outer screwing edge .
Replace clamping nut and tighten.
n In critical locations, e.g. wet and dirty areas below a road
weighbridge, apply pure silicone grease to seal in cover and to
cable gland sealing rings.
Service hint: Sealing areas in fieldboxes
When opening a connector box after several year of operation,

check sealing areas in PG cable glands and cover joints. Apply
silicone grease to cover joints. When replacing a cable in the PG
screwed connection, replace sealing rubber.

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Accessories
Recommended Cables
Cable gland
Loss-in-weight feeder VLW Weighfeeder VDB
field housing
PWS=5mm M12
Load cell 6*0.23, Sh
RTN=6.5mm
Load cell 6*0.23, Sh <6.5mm
3,7-7 mm
M16
Load cell 3*2*0.22, Sh 3849.306 Load cell 3*2*0.23, Sh 3849.306
4,5-10 mm
M12
Speed 2*0.23 3849.415 Speed 2*0.23 3849.415
3,7-7 mm
M12
Flap-sensor 2*0.23 BIC 2*0.23 3849.415
3,7-7 mm
Drive unit
3849073
(FAE) + VLG, Local M20
3*2*0.23, Sh 3849.306 14*0.25, Sh or any other
feedback + control unit 7-13 mm
<10mm
supply
M16
Fill Flap 3*1.5 flex 3814.350 Aux Drv. 3*1.5 flex 3814.350
4,5-10 mm
2*0,33+2*0,22 2*0,33+2*0,22 M16
Local bus 3849.074 Local bus 3849.074
Sh1) Sh1) 4,5-10 mm
3*1.5 stiff or 3*1.5 stiff or M16
Power Aux 3806.300 Power Aux 3806.300
flex flex 4,5-10 mm
M16
Blow 3*1.5 flex 3814.350 Reserve - -
4,5-10 mm
3*1.5 stiff or 3806.300 or 3*1.5 stiff or 3806.300 or M20
Power Power
flex 3814.350 flex 3814.350 7-13 mm
Fieldbus 2*0,33+2*0,22 3849.306 2*0,33+2*0,22 3849.306 M16
Fieldbus
Devicenet* Sh1) 3849.074* Sh1) 3849074* 4,5-10 mm
Fieldbus M16
1*2*0,64 3849.219 Fieldbus 1*2*0,64 3849.219
Profibus 4.5-10 mm
S tart Agitator M12
4*0.22 3849.415 Reserve - -
+ feedback 3,7-7 mm
Service tool, Service tool, M16
3*2*0.23 3849.306 3*2*0.23 3849.306
Modem Modem 4,5-10 mm
1) DeviceNet thin cable
When using underground laying, a protective tube for the cables is

required.

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Accessories
Drive Units
Motor AC 3-Phase Converter
The AC 3-phase converters used for drive control are either

mounted locally (integrated compact drives) or in a control box.
When mounting converters in a control box, consider EMC
problems and motor cable maximum lengths.
Normally, cables of up to 300m can be used. (Additional filters

may be required.) With shielded motor cables, maximum length is
reduced by approx. 50%.
Vibro Feeder Controller
Designed to control the amplitude of a vibro feeder, the FRS

feeder controller is available in a fieldbox or as a panel mounting
unit.
Fig. 58: FRS 52 in fieldbox

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Accessories
Junction Box VAK 20100

Designed for cross-connection and voltage distribution, junction
boxes VAK 20100 and VAK 20120 are used with certain types of
scale and extended variants.
240
6,5
110
Fig. 59: Junction Box VAK
Ordering Data
VAK 20100 E 144 535.01
VAK 20120 F 217 763.03

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Accessories
Laptop Connecting Set (PC with Easyserve)
Fig. 60: Wiring Diagram
The laptop connecting set is installed in the VSE as standard

component.
The connecting set is used whenever local conditions do not
permit the housing cover to be removed for VSE parametrization.
With the use of the connecting set, a laptop with the EasyServe
software can be plugged onto the closed VSE from the outside.
Consisting of a prewired device socket, connecting set VSC20108
is inserted into the existing 10mm hole of a VFG/VSE combination
or in Multifeed support in place of a cable screwed connection (PG
7) and connected on VSE terminal strip -X5.
A protective cap is affixed to an adjacent PG screwing with the use
of a captive nylon cord.
The PC connecting cable VSC 20107 is plugged into the device
socket from the outside and connected to the PC COM port via a
9-pin sub-D connector.
Safety Hint: In Dust-Ex Zones, the device socket has to point
downward in accordance with standard regulations. This means
that the connecting set must not be used with Multifeed supports
mounted in Dust-Ex zones.
Ordering Data Ordering No.

System cable VSC 20107, 2m PC cable for PC COM port F217 739.01
System cable VSC 20108, device socket with protective cap, IP65 F217 740.01

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Accessories
Connecting Set For Portable VLB

The connecting set enables the scale to be parametrized via a
portable control unit of the VLB 20120 type and can be used
whenever local conditions do not allow a PC laptop with the much
more convenient and versatile EasyServe software to be used.
The portable VLB 20120 is plugged into the user*s terminal box
VAK 20115.
VAK 20115 is wired with local bus and the VSE system unit power
supply.
Fig. 61: Dimension drawing
Ordering Data Ordering No.

Terminal box VAK 20115 75*80*75, IP65, GFK-reinforced
F 217 737.02
polyester incl. 5 m connecting cable

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Accessories
Fig. 62:

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Use in the Hazardous Area

General Safety Hints
n Exclusively use the equipment in the zone indicated on type
plate, or in the safe area.
n Observe the safety data specified on the equipment.
n Operate the equipment as originally intended and in
irreproachable condition.
n Exclusively use the equipment within the ambient temperature
limits indicated on type plate.
n Conversion and modification of the equipment is not permitted.
n Make sure the specified operating voltage limit is not

exceeded.
n Observe maximum line cross-section and current of terminals.
n Keep hands off plug-in connectors if a potentially explosive
atmosphere is present.
n If replacement or repair is necessary, only use the genuine
Schenck spare parts.
n Always have repair work performed by qualified explosion
protection experts in accordance with local standards.
n When performing any kind of work on the equipment, pay heed
to the local safety and accident prevention rules.
n Connect metal housings to the existing potential equalization
line.
n Electrical equipment of type –E22 or –2D is provided only for
use in areas where propagating brush discharges are unlikely.
Approvals and tests are performed in accordance with EC

directive 94/9/EC (ATEX). The source standards are stated in the
conformity declaration. Pay heed to the local safety and accident
prevention rules.
Installation
n To erection and operation, the relevant European standards,
the national regulations for device safety, and the generally
accepted technical practices apply.
n If necessary, replace cable inlets by the elements with reduced
cross-section supplied with your equipment..
n Never use bushings.
n To ensure the required type of protection, tighten screwings

to 3.0Nm (M16), or 6.0Nm (M20) torque.
n To ensure proper pull relief, exclusively connect fixed cables
and lines.
n Make sure the equipment is suitable for the existing Ex zone.
n Warning signs in national language can be obtained from

Schenckfor free.
Connect potential equalization lines to protective ground or
existing potential equalization system.

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Commissioning
n When putting the equipment into operation, ascertain that
technical equipment data are met.
n Check to see that the equipment is undamaged and in perfect
condition.
n Close any open holes in accordance with the requisite type of
protection.
n Plug-in connectors on housings are equipped with dust-proof
caps that must be secured by bracket and special lock.
n Check to see that the required explosion protective equipment
properly operates.
Maintenance
n If operated properly in accordance with installation instructions
and ambient conditions, no regular maintenance is required.
n When servicing electrial equipment in potentially explosive
atmospheres, comply with the European Standards (EN) and
national regulations.
n Before opening a housing with non-instrinsically safe circuits,
make sure it is de-energized.
n Never modify the equipment.
n Before restart, check to see if the explosion protective
equipment properly operates.
n Before restart, watch out for the presence of dust inside the
equipment and remove, if necessary.
n Always clean plastic parts using antistatic detergents.
With aluminium housing, never use spark-forming tools.
Disposal
Observe the applicable local regulations.

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Gas-Ex Area Zone 1

Not approved for use in Zone 1, the weighing electronics must be
mounted in the safe area. The residual equipment, e.g. control
boxes, drives, sensors and other types of transducer must be
approved for use in Zone 1 (Category II 2G) and protected by
suitable equipment (disconnectors).
Controlled drives are designed with flameproof enclosure “d”.
Mains-supplied drives are designed for increased safety “e”. Load
cells and speed sensors are designed intrinsically safe “i”.
List of disconnectors
Designation / Type Ordering no.

Switching amplifiers for speed and proximity
sensors (e.g. gate feedback) to NAMUR with supply
voltage 20-30V to type of protection EEx ib IIC. 3732055
Type GHG 1223121A2009 (CEAG)
Load cell barriers

Use Type
Socket for barriers GHG 1100000W9106 V000972.B01
Supply 1-4 4000-ohm load cells (e.g. RT) SB-0016 V000958.B01
Supply 1-3 350-ohm load cells SB-0015 V000956.B01
Signal; sense for 4000, or 350 ohms SB-0014 V000957.B01
Disconnectors (e.g. Z barriers, switching amplifiers) must be

tested by a notified authority and mounted in the safe area.

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INSTALLATIONS HINT:
Make sure barrier -A13(23) is mounted between -A12(22)
and -A14(24).
If multiple scales are available, ensure min. 4 cm space
between individual groups.
Fig. 63: Mechanical Construction
Fig. 64: Sensor Connection to Weighing Electronics

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Gas-Ex Area Zone 2

DISOCONT assemblies of special design are not suited for use in
Zone 2 and must be mounted in the safe area. The compliance
with the Ex regulations is confirmed by a manufacturer’s
declaration. According to the Ex
regulations, load cells and initiators are classified as simple
equipment, so that appertaining equipment (Z-barriers and
switching amplifiers) can be omitted.
Dust-Ex Area Zone 21

DISOCONT assemblies are not suited for use in Zone 21 and
must be mounted in the safe area.
Any other equipment, e.g. drives, initiators, must be suited for use
in Zone 21 (Category II 2D). A corresponding type examination
certificate or manufacturer’s declaration must be available.
Dust-Ex Area Zone 22

Specially designed DISOCONT assemblies are suited for use in
Zone 22. The compliance with the Ex regulations is confirmed by a
manufacturer’s declaration.
The residual equipment, e.g. drives, initiators, must be suitaed for
use in Zone 22 (Category II 3D). A corresponding type
examination certificate or manufacturer’s declaration must be
available.

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Fieldbus Accessories
The DISOCONT system is designed such that normally no additional assemblies for wiring the
fieldbus are required.
Fieldbus Cable
f. Local bus, Profibus DP, FMS, SE-bus, Interbus, Modbus
For universal use up to 500kb/s
d=7.1mm 6-core Schenck ordering no.: 3849306
f. Profibus DP, Bis 12 MB/s violet special cable Schenck ordering no.: 3849219
d=7.7mm 2-core
f. DeviceNet, thin ylw special cable Schenck ordering no.: 3849074d=6.9mm 4-core

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Attachment To Scale
Fig. 68: Schematic Diagram: MULTIDOS Weighfeeder
Fig. 67: Schematic Diagram: MULTIGRAV

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DISOCONT System Manual BV-H2085 GB, 0825 I1

I2 BV-H2085 GB, 0825 System Manual DISOCONT

The DISOCONT capabilities and equipment cover the control

DISOCONT System Manual BV-H2085 GB, 0825 1

Before performing work on electrical equipment, ensure that the

Never acknowledge error messages before the cause has been

Safety Hints For The User

Before commissioning this system, check to see that the

Conversion And Modification

Repair or soldering work to the boards and the exchange of

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n Measurement of transducer signals

The modular DISOCONT system is very flexible and offers a host

DISOCONT can be used on loss-in-weight feeders, standard

n High weighing accuracy

DISOCONT further excels through easy handling, a feature which

n Pluggable modules exchangeable with no need for

DISOCONT System Manual BV-H2085 GB, 0825 3

n Manual operation (bypass) possible

Reduced cabling keeps system costs down. The special design

n Exhaustive diagnostics, locally or remote via modem

The DISOCONT hardware and software has been re-designed

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System set-up is usually done using a PC equipped with

In all configurations, you can expand the system with a local

DISOCONT System Manual BV-H2085 GB, 0825 5

Below you will find a short description of the different

DISOCONT is so flexible that multiple feeders equipped with

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Mixed Equipment with MULTICONT

Similar to group mode, you can use DISOCONT in an environment

When using DISOCONT in conjunction with Schenck

DISOCONT System Manual BV-H2085 GB, 0825 7

n The maximum distance between two points in the bus is 500m

Fig. 4: Line, ring and star topology for networks

Another important point is the termination at each end of a

Dev x Dev x Dev x

Drop line with Drop line

Fig. 5: Structure of the local bus

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In the DISOCONT system, the wires for incoming and outgoing

If two wires on one terminal are not desired, provide an external

Local / Cabinet Mounting

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Fig. 6: Small stand-alone system

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Fig. 7: Cable fixation

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DISOCONT Components Overview

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Fieldbox VFG 20100

Housing Glass fiber reinforced, polyester

Fig.: 10 Outlets and mounting holes