FCC WARNING
a. Parts of this device have been tested and found to comply with the limits of Part 18 of the FCC rules.
b. Parts of this device have been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 subpart B of the FCC rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
RF Exposure: The results of all measured configurations and locations yield a minimum separation distance of 20 cm from any system component in order to comply with FCC RF exposure requirements when used as specified by the manufacturer, installed on top of a Track Coupling Coil. A minimum separation distance of 30 cm is required if the device is used in a standalone configuration transmitting at 100 kHz.
Document History
| Revision | Date | Author | Sections changed | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.1 | 4/5/2023 | Vishwanath Badiger | All | Initial Creation |
| 0.0 | 4/10/2023 | Vishwanath Badiger | Released |
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1 Introduction
1.1 Purpose and scope
This document describes how to handle the ZUB Track Tester (Equipment Under Test) for commissioning and maintenance of the TGMT Zub wayside equipment (Track Coupling Coil) and the Imu100 track receiver equipment.
This operation manual is targeted at qualified staffs who are instructed to perform the commissioning or maintenance work of the fix located TGMT Zub wayside equipment only.
Qualified personnel in the sense of this instruction are persons who:
- have an education qualifying them to maintain TGMT Zub wayside equipment and
- have an authorization to commission circuits and instruments according to security standards.
1.2 Terms and abbreviations
The following terms and abbreviations are used in this document:
| Term / abbreviation | Explanation |
|---|---|
| BG | Board |
| FIFO | Storage Operation: First In First Out |
| FPGA | Logic chip: field programmable gate array |
| PC | Personal Computer |
| TCC | Track Coupling Coils |
| TLG | Telegram |
| TN | Telegram Number |
| TT | Telegram part text |
| TGMT Zub | Trainguard Mass Transit Zub wayside equipment |
| ZUBTT | Zub Track Tester |
1.3 References
1.3.1 Other valid documents
| Reference | Document title | Document ID |
|---|---|---|
| [1] | ATP TGMT Zub Operation manual for ZUB TT-Record Program | A6Z00044417005 |
| [2] | ATP TGMT Zub Commissioning Instruction Wayside | A6Z00043050012 |
Note: Always the latest document version is valid.
2 Safety notices
2.1 Overview
To avoid injury or damage, you must carefully observe the safety regulations below. Familiarize yourself with the contents of this document in order to ensure work is carried out safely and correctly.
This section contains general safety information which is of fundamental importance. Specific safety information is given in context.
2.2 Typographical representation of safety information
If hazards to persons and material cannot be excluded in the work described, attention is drawn to such hazards by specially highlighted safety notices. The safety notices used are classified according to the severity of the hazard and have the following significance:
Death or serious injury will occur if you do not take the precautions described.
Death or serious injury can occur if you do not take the precautions described.
Slight injury may occur if you do not take the precautions described.
Damage or an undesirable result or state may occur if you do not take the precautions described.
2.3 Qualified Staff
Definition
As qualified staff as defined in this document, you must meet the following conditions:
- Due to your technical education, know-how and experience as well as knowledge of the relevant regulations, you are able to perform the tasks given to you independently and identify potential risks.
- You have been specially trained and examined for the given work on the described equipment.
- You have been authorized by the operator to perform work on the described equipment in accordance with the standards governing railway signaling and safety systems.
Work to be performed by qualified staff only
- Work on described equipment may only be performed by qualified and authorized staff.
2.4 Safety minded work
Dangerous operating conditions and risk of accidents due to improper work!
Improper work may cause serious personal injury. As qualified staff, you are responsible for safety. Observe all regulations and work rules in order to avoid any hazards.
Observance of regulations
- Observe all safety regulations for your personal safety and for protection of the described equipment.
- Also observe the provisions of the operator and the statutory regulations for the prevention of accidents.
Work rules
- Only operate the described equipment if it is in perfect working order. Report any defects which have been detected to the authority or person responsible.
- Only carry out the work in such a way that human safety is not compromised or that operation of the described equipment is not impaired in any way.
- Do not carry out any work not described in the document.
- Inform staff of possible incorrect action.
3 Description of parts
3.1 ZUB TT-case
The housing of the ZUBTT contains the required hardware components including the rechargeable batteries for the power supply, the transmission and receiving antenna and the factory-configured ZUBTT user-software.
Figure 3-1 ZUB Track Tester, overview of case
The case includes:
- (1) 14-pin plug socket to connect a connection cable between the ZUBTT and the TCC (see chapter 3.2.4).
- (2) Female connector to connect a connection cable for the communication between the ZUBTT and a PC (see chapter 3.2.5).
- (3) Connection box for power supply (see chapter 3.2.3).
- (4) Carrying handle with integrated battery box, containing 7 rechargeable batteries.
- (5) Cover cap for battery box.
- (6) Holes to equip the ZUBTT with the carrying strap.
Lower than the carrying handle, on the top side of the case are the controls (see Figure 3-2). The functions of the LCD-Display and the pushbuttons are explained in chapter 3.2.
On the bottom of the side panels of the case there is a positioning facility. It ensures the correct positioning of the ZUBTT on a TCC and enables the observance of the gap between the TCC and the integrated antenna for the inductive telegram transmission.
3.2 Controls
Figure 3-2 Controls
The controls include:
- LCD Display
- Button "ON/OFF": Switches the ZUBTT on or off (See chapter 4.4.1 and 4.4.2).
- Button "Light on": Activates the background illumination of the LCD-display and the pushbuttons. This illumination switches off automatically after 60 seconds (energy saver mode).
- Buttons 1-4: Have differently assigned functions within chosen menus.
- Button "Choose function": Aborts the current function and switches to the main menu "choose function" (see chapter 5.1).
- Button "Back": Returns to the last displayed view. This button is active until the main menu "choose function" is reached.
During power-up of the ZUBTT, the background illumination of buttons and display is off.
Following equipment will be part of the delivery:
- 7 batteries
- 2 battery chargers
- 1 power adapter
- 1 connection cable ZUBTT/TCC
- 1 connection cable ZUBTT to PC
- 1 carrying strap
These listed components are separately available as spare parts.
3.2.1 Batteries
Seven batteries (type 1.2V NiMH Mono D) are needed for battery operation. The ZUBTT is delivered with 7 batteries for replacement.
3.2.2 Battery charger
The battery chargers are used to charge the batteries (see chapter 7.3). One battery charger can charge 4 batteries simultaneously. Fully equipped chargers need approximately 6 hours for a full charge.
3.2.3 Power adapter
Alternatively, the ZUBTT can be supplied by using the power adapter (G81001-L3114-H964 - 100-240 V / 50-60 Hz). (See chapter 4.2)
3.2.4 Connection cable ZUBTT/TCC
Using the connection cable ZUBTT/TCC (G81001-L3114-H962-*) allows reading all telegrams stored on the telegram storing units directly, without switching on the signal aspects. The connection and procedure are described in chapter 0.
3.2.5 Connection cable ZUBTT to PC
Communication from the ZUBTT to a PC is possible using the connection cable (G81001-L3114-H064-*). The connection and operation are described in chapters 5.5.4.2 and 5.5.4.3.
3.2.6 Carrying strap
The carrying strap is used for the transport of the ZUBTT.
3.2.7 ZUBTT record program
The "ZUBTT record program" is required to store telegrams read from track coupling coils in a database. From this database, stored contents can be printed anytime. The handling of the "ZUBTT record program" is explained in [1].
4 Operation
For outdoor use, the ZUBTT can be employed in battery operation. For indoor use, it can be supplied by the power adapter.
At all works at the TGMT Zub system, both the legitimated safety regulations and the instructions by the operator have to be considered. Works at the TGMT Zub system may only be performed by qualified staff (see 1.1).
The ZUB Track Tester must not be interconnected with the track coupling coil during the normal operating sequence for read out all telegrams (via plug X1). The read out of single telegrams via the air gap is permitted, because this happens non-reactively.
The safety of the infrastructure cannot be guaranteed after unauthorized intervention of the wiring or the saved programs (Zub telegram store unit).
After repair, caused by disturbance of the TGMT Zub wayside equipment, a commissioning has to be performed again and has to be documented.
4.1 Battery operation
During mobile usage, the ZUBTT's power supply is realized by 7 batteries within the carrying handle. Commercially available batteries (1.5 V Mono D, min. 5000 mAh) or rechargeable batteries (1.2 V NiMH Mono D, min. 5000 mAh) can be used. For better availability, rechargeable batteries are recommended.
The delivered rechargeable batteries should be used (see chapter 3.2.1). Battery charging is described in chapter 7.3.
To insert the batteries, open the cover cap by turning it to the left and pushing the back of the cap simultaneously. Afterwards, insert the charged batteries (+ in direction to the battery box) and fit the cap by pushing and turning it to the right.
4.2 Mains operation
For stationary use, the ZUBTT's power supply can be realized with the delivered power adapter (100-240 V / 50-60 Hz). After replacing the protecting cap and inserting the power adapter cable plug into the connection box for power supply, the power supply from batteries will be stopped automatically.
There is no automatic charging action during mains operation.
For protection against dirt or surface moisture, the protection cap must be screwed onto the connection box again after using mains operation.
4.3 Configuration of ZUBTT
Before delivery, the ZUB Track Tester has the operator-specific telegram structure application software configured and installed. The factory-provided configuration of the ZUBTT is displayed in the first display line on the right in all views with the name "MPL".
Figure 4-1 Display view after switching on the ZUBTT
The date next to the name "MPL" and the time are preset during configuration by the producer. If this data is out of date, it can be changed as described in chapter 5.5.4.6.
Changing the configuration data of the application software is barred by the software.
4.4 Availability
Before using the ZUBTT, it should be tested for operability. This is generally proven by an automatic check of the memory and battery charge status during startup.
4.4.1 Switch-ON
The ZUBTT turns on by pressing the "ON/OFF" button (see Figure 3-2). The ZUBTT then starts with a CRC memory check.
Figure 4-2 Display view "Switch-ON"
After a successfully realized memory check (banks 1-4), the display automatically changes to the "choose function" view.
If the test does not end successfully, the display shows the following message:
MEM ERR: CRC, BANK X, CRC=XXXXX(XXXXX)
- BANK X: X stands for the bank causing the CRC-failure.
- CRC XXXXX: stands for the calculated CRC and (XXXXX) shows the correct CRC.
If the message 'BAT.LOW' is shown, the batteries are almost empty. It is recommended to change the batteries as soon as this message is shown for the first time. For changing batteries, see chapter 7.2.
4.4.2 Switch-OFF
The ZUBTT is turned off by pressing the "ON/OFF" button (see Figure 3-2). For better availability, the ZUBTT switches off automatically after a pre-defined programmed time (when no button is actuated). To program the time of an autonomous switch-OFF, see chapter 5.5.4.7.
Telegrams read earlier and stored in memory buffers 1-3 (see chapter 5.2.4) will be kept in storage after switch-off. Telegrams stored in the read-out buffer will be deleted after switching off the ZUBTT.
5 ZUBTT functions
5.1 Main menu "Choose function"
After switching on the ZUBTT and successfully passing the memory test, the ZUBTT changes to the main menu "choose function".
Figure 5-1 Display view "Choose function"
The "Read" button is used if the ZUBTT has been prepared for reading out a track coupling coil or a loop.
The "Show" button is used to display a telegram that has previously been saved or a reading just made.
The "Send" button is used to transmit an IMU-telegram stored on the ZUBTT to an IMU-receiver terminal (see chapter 5.4).
The "Others" button is chosen for other functionalities, as described in chapter 0.
5.2 Menu "Choose function/Read"
When a telegram from a track coupling coil or a loop is to be read, actuate the "Read" button in the "choose function" menu (see Figure 4-1). After actuating, the ZUBTT automatically changes to the "Read telegram" view.
Figure 5-2 Display view "Read telegram"
5.2.1 Function "Read telegram/TCC"
If a telegram is to be read from a track coupling coil, the ZUBTT must be placed in the middle of the track coupling coil. The positioning facilities on the side panels enable precise positioning.
By choosing the "TCC" button in the "Read telegram" menu (see Figure 4-2), the telegram from the track coupling coil will be read out. During the reading procedure, the display shows "In progress". After reading out the telegram, the ZUBTT display view changes to "Telegram read".
Figure 5-3 Display view "Telegram read"
The read telegram is stored automatically in the read-out buffer. Existing telegrams in the read-out buffer are overwritten. When the reading has ended, it is possible to save, show, or transfer (PC connection required) the read telegram to a PC. The required conditions and operations for data transmission are explained in chapters 5.2.5 and 5.5.4.2.
It is recommended to store the telegram on a permanent buffer 1-3, because data stored on the read-out buffer will be overwritten after a new reading or deleted after switching off the ZUBTT.
5.2.2 Function „Read telegram/Loop"
This function is not used.
5.2.3 Function „Read telegram/All"
The ZUBTT allows reading all telegrams stored on a telegram storage device of a track coupling coil with a single reading operation. To perform this reading operation, the connection between the Zub-Interface BG and the track coupling coil must be cut. Then, the track coupling coil must be directly connected to the ZUBTT.
By cutting the connection between the track coupling coil and the Zub-Interface BG, the secure function of the facility cannot be guaranteed.
This reading operation must be carried out with direct agreement by the responsible in-house staff and outside the operating time of the passenger transportation.
Preparation work for reading:
- Remove the locking plate of terminal-plug X1 from the track coupling coil.
- Loosen and pull down the terminal plug X1 using a spanner (size 46).
- Insert the 6-pin plug of connection cable ZUBTT/TCC (G81001-L3114-H962-*) and fasten the cap nut hand tight.
- Screw off the hex screw cap from the plug socket of the ZUBTT (Figure 3-1).
- Insert the 14-pin plug of the connection cable to the socket plug and fasten the cap nut hand-tight.
- Place the ZUBTT in the middle of the TCC.
After confirming the "All" button in the "Read telegram" submenu (Figure 5-2), all possible code-combinations will be triggered successively, and the stored telegrams of the telegram storing units are read out. During the read-out of telegrams, the following message is displayed: Reading TLG: X of XX (X = numeral). The actual read-out process can be cancelled by actuating the "Cancel" button. The read telegram will be stored automatically in the read-out buffer. Existing telegrams in the read-out buffer are overwritten. After reading operation "All", the result of the reading operation is shown.
Figure 5-4 Display view „Telegram read (32 of 32)“
When the reading has ended, it is possible to save, show, or transfer (PC connection required) the read telegrams to a PC. The required conditions and operations for data transmission are explained in chapters 5.2.6 and 5.5.4.2.
It is recommended to store the telegrams on a permanent buffer 1-3, because data stored on the read buffer will be overwritten after a new reading or deleted after switching off the ZUBTT.
After reading the telegrams, the connection cable between ZUBTT and TCC must be removed to renew the previous condition:
- Remove the connection cable from the plug socket of the ZUBTT.
- Place the screw cap on the plug socket and fasten it hand tight.
- Remove connection plug from the TCC socket X1.
- Insert connection-plug 1 of the connection cable between Zub-Interface-BG and TCC to plug socket 1 of the TCC.
- Tighten the cap nut of the connection cap with a torque wrench to 29.5 lb-ft (40 Nm).
- Mount the locking plate and fix it with hose clamps.
Before opening the Zub-wayside equipment for operational use in passenger transportation, all safety-relevant functions must be checked according to [2].
5.2.4 Function "Read telegram/.../Telegram read/Save"
After reading operation (chapter 5.2.1, 5.2.2, 5.2.3), the read data are saved in the read-out buffer. Existing telegrams in the read-out buffer are overwritten.
If read telegrams will be needed later, for example for documentation (Transmission to PC), they should be saved to the permanent buffer.
After actuating the "Save" button in the "Telegram read" submenu (Figure 5-1), the ZUBTT changes to the "Save readings" view.
Figure 5-5 Display view "Save readings"
By actuating the button (Buf 1-3) dedicated to the memory location (1, 2, or 3), the saving to the chosen buffer will be affected. In the menu line of the display, the approval "Reading saved" appears.
The occupied buffer is marked after reading a TCC and actuating the "Save" button with the hint "Data".
There is no request before saving the telegram to an occupied buffer.
If buffers 1-3 are occupied by saved telegrams, the possibility to delete all buffers at the same time is given by actuating the "Delete" button and then the "All" button. The "Delete" button will be shown as passive after actuating the "All" button (crossed out text in the box over the function button). The "Delete" button becomes active as soon as a telegram is saved again.
5.2.5 Function "Read telegram/.../Telegram read/Transfer"
The ZUBTT offers the possibility from the "Read telegram/.../Telegram read" menu, by actuating the "Transfer" button, to transmit a telegram directly from a TCC or a loop to a PC.
To realize the communication between the ZUBTT and PC, the communication cable ZUBTT/PC (G81001-L3114-H064-*) must be used.
In addition, the data interface between ZUBTT and PC must be configured. The procedure is explained in chapter 5.5.4.2.
Preparation work for reading
- Loosen the screw cap of the plug socket at the side plate of the ZUBTT (Figure 3-1).
- Insert the 9-pin connector in the plug socket (red marking on the connector to the top).
- Plug in the 9-pin Sub-D connector to the PC.
- Configure the interface ZUBTT/PC (acc. to chapter 5.5.4.2).
If only one telegram was read, the transmission to the PC is effected immediately after actuating the "Transfer" button in the "Telegram read" submenu (Figure 5-1). After correct transfer, the ZUBTT automatically changes to the "Telegram transfer" menu.
If more than 1 telegram was read, it is possible to choose the telegram to be transferred by actuating the "TN" (telegram number) button. For transferring all telegrams in memory, the "All" button can be actuated.
Figure 5-6 Display view "Telegram transfer"
During the transfer, the "All" button is active, and the display shows the following information: Printing TLG: X of 31 (X = numeral). After correct transfer, the ZUBTT automatically changes to the "Telegram transfer" menu.
The button "Actual" has no function in the MPL project.
The data transferred to the PC will have the same format as explained in chapter 5.5.1.
5.2.6 Function "Read telegram/.../Telegram read/Show"
After actuating the "Show" button in the "Read telegram/.../Telegram read" menu, the display changes, depending on the reading (TCC, Loop, or All), into the following view.
Figure 5-7 Display view "Show content" after function "Read as TCC"
The views in the "Show content" function differ only in the explanatory text in the menu line "Read...Time...like TCC, Loop or All".
The "TN" button will be marked as inactive after reading one telegram of a "TCC". If "All" telegrams are read, the "TN" button is active.
In this submenu, the function buttons 1-4 generate the following views:
- Function button "TN" (telegram number): By actuating this button, the telegram to be shown can be chosen. If only one telegram was read, the "TN" textbox becomes inactive. If the "TN" button is active, the telegram number can be increased by actuating the "TN" button. After reaching the highest value, counting restarts.
- Function button "TT up" (showing the telegram text from down to top): By actuating "TT up" once, the last line of telegram content is shown. Repeated actuation shows the following upper lines.
- Function button "TT down" (showing the telegram content from top to down): By actuating "TT down" once, the first line of telegram content is shown. Repeated actuation shows the following subjacent lines.
- Function button "Transfer": By actuating this button, the shown telegram can be transferred directly to a connected PC (see chapter 5.2.5).
After transferring, the ZUBTT changes to the "Show content" submenu.
5.3 Menu "Choose function/Show"
This menu is chosen if the telegrams saved to the buffer should be shown on the display or transmitted to a PC.
If there was no reading operation after switching on the ZUBTT (read buffer not occupied) and the permanent buffers are not occupied, then the "Show" button in the "Choose function" view is inactive (crossed out text in the textbox over the function button).
Function "Show/Show buffer "
After actuating the "Show" button in the main menu "Choose function", the ZUBTT changes to the "Show buffer" submenu.
Figure 5-8 Display view "Show buffer" (only read buffer occupied)
If no telegram is stored in buffers (1-3), the text boxes are inactive as shown in Figure 5-8. The read buffer is shown as occupied with a telegram.
The content of the read buffer can be shown by actuating the "ReadBuf" button.
Figure 5-9 Display view "Show buffer" (all buffers are occupied)
To select the needed buffer content, the dedicated function button for the buffer must be actuated.
5.3.1 Function "Show/Show buffer/Content" (Content of the buffer)
After actuating the dedicated function button, the display view underneath the menu line shows the receipt of the reading with date, time, and kind of telegram, and the message if the telegram has been read accurately.
Figure 5-10 Display view "Show buffer/show content"
By actuating the function buttons 1-4 in this submenu (Figure 5-10), the following views can be generated:
- If the chosen buffer contains only one telegram (from TCC or loop), the "TN" (next telegram number) function button is not active. If the "TN" button is active (all telegrams from TCC are read out), actuating it increases the telegram number. After reaching the last telegram number, counting restarts.
- Function button "TT up" (showing the telegram text from down to top): By actuating "TT up" once, the last line of telegram content is shown. Repeated actuation shows the following upper lines.
- Function button "TT down" (showing the telegram content from top to down): By actuating "TT down" once, the first line of telegram content is shown. Repeated actuation shows the following subjacent lines.
- Function button "Transfer": By actuating this button, the shown telegram can be transferred directly to a connected PC (see chapter 5.2.5).
By actuating the function buttons "TT up" and "TT down", all telegram parts of the read telegram can be shown in the display. If the displayed telegram is based on the reading "Read telegram/All", actuating the "TN" function button allows changing to the next read telegram, as explained before.
Figure 5-11 Display view "Show buffer/show content"
Instead of the telegram content, one of the following messages can appear:
- EMPTY TELEGRAM: Will be shown if the actual telegram is empty.
- NO TELEGRAMS RECEIVED: Will be shown if no telegram is received.
Explanation of the display view using the example of Figure 5-11:
- First line: Shows the actual menu (Show content), Configuration of ZUBTT (MPL), actual date (can be set acc. to chapter 5.5.4.5), actual time (can be set acc. to chapter 5.5.4.5).
- Second line: Shows the telegram number (TN) of the displayed telegram and the status of the displayed telegram after completed reading operation.
- Third line: Telegram part of the telegram and its description.
- Fourth line: Binary code of the read telegram part.
By actuating the buttons "Choose function" or "Back", the view can be aborted.
5.4 Function "Choose function/Send"
The "Send" function enables sending pre-defined telegrams to the receiving facility in the track. After actuating the "Send" button in the main menu "Choose function", the ZUBTT changes to the "Choose telegram" submenu.
Figure 5-12 Display view "Choose telegram"
By actuating the function buttons "+Ten" or "+One", the telegram to be sent can be chosen. By actuating the "OK" function button, the ZUBTT changes to the "Send type" view.
Figure 5-13 Display view "Send type"
It can be chosen whether the telegram should be sent continuously (Cont.) or intermittently (Burst).
- If the telegram should be sent continuously (Cont.), it is sent over a period of 10 min every 10 ms.
- The actual send process can be cancelled by actuating the "Cancel" button.
- If the telegram should be sent intermittently (Burst), it is sent over a period of 500 ms every 10 ms.
5.5 Function "Choose function/Others"
After actuating the "Others" function button in the "Choose function" menu (Figure 5-1), the ZUBTT changes to the "Choose others" view (Figure 5-14).
The "Print" function button will not be used in this project (5.5.1).
The "Save" function button is used to save the last read telegram to a permanent buffer (5.5.2).
The "Test" function button initiates a functional self-test of the ZUBTT (5.5.3).
The "Setup" function button is used for different parameterization actions of the ZUBTT, described in chapter 5.5.4.
Figure 5-14 Display view "Choose others"
5.5.1 Function "Others/Print"
This function will not be used.
5.5.2 Function "Choose others/Save"
This function is consistent with the described function "Read telegram/.../Telegram read/Transfer" (see 5.2.4).
5.5.3 Function "Choose others/Test"
After actuating the "Test" button in the "Choose function" menu (Figure 5-14), the ZUBTT changes to the "Self test activated" menu (Figure 5-15).
Figure 5-15 Selftest activated
From this menu, the self-test can be started by actuating the "Start" function button. During the self-test, the following elements are checked:
- Display: All pixels of the display are switched on and off. The user must optically check if the pixels work correctly.
For this check, no error messages will appear. The user must decide whether the display has a pixel fault.
- Program memory (EPROM): At the test of the program memory, a test value is calculated and checked against a saved original test value. If both values differ, the program memory is defective, and an error indication (see chapter 6.2) will be displayed.
- Memory (RAM): All memory elements are checked one after another to verify correct operation. During this test, data is written to and read from each element. This test is operated so that saved telegrams in the buffers remain available after the test.
The self-test ends successfully if the following message appears on the display: Self testing: OK. If the self-test is not successful, an error message appears on the display (see chapter 6.2).
5.5.4 Function "Choose others/Setup"
In this menu, it is possible to parameterize the ZUBTT.
Figure 5-16 Setup
- The "PC" function button is used to configure the communication connection to a PC.
- The "Printer" function button will not be used in this project.
- The "Language" function button is used to change the language of the ZUBTT (German/English).
- The "Time" function button is used to update the date, time, and configure the switch-off time of the ZUBTT when inactive.
5.5.4.1 Function "Others/Setup/PC"
After actuating the "PC" function button in the "Others/Setup" submenu (Figure 5-16), the ZUBTT changes to the "COM PC" view (Figure 5-17).
Figure 5-17 Display view "COM PC"
The "COM" function button is used to configure the data communication to a PC.
5.5.4.2 Function "Others/setup/PC/COM"
Before the ZUBTT can communicate with a PC, the data communication must be configured. The adjustments depend on the COM-Interface configurations of the PC. The configuration of the ZUBTT and the COM-Interface of the PC must be identical.
Figure 5-18 Display view "COM-PC"
By actuating the function buttons (Baudrate, Databit, or Parity), the dedicated values can be changed. Actuating a button once steps up to the next highest value. If the maximum value is reached, counting restarts from the smallest value.
- Baud rate: 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, or 38400
- Data bit: 5, 6, 7, or 8
- Parity: ODD, EVEN, or NONE
Actuate the "OK" button when all adjustments are done. The data communication to the PC is now adjusted.
If the ZUBTT is connected to another PC, the adjustments must be checked and possibly corrected again.
The adjustment in this menu is only valid for the connection with a PC. The transmission to a PC is characterized by the marking of the function button: "Transfer".
5.5.4.3 Function "Others/Setup/printer"
This function will not be used.
5.5.4.4 Function "Others/Setup/language"
A language change is possible between German and English.
5.5.4.5 Function "Others/Setup/Time"
After actuating the "Time" function button in the "Others/Setup" menu (Figure 5-16), the ZUBTT changes to the "Time setup" menu (Figure 5-19).
Figure 5-19 Display view "Time Setup"
5.5.4.6 Function "Others/Setup/Time/Clock"
The ZUBTT uses the date and time to provide a time-stamp for read telegrams. Therefore, it is important to keep these values up to date. To change the time or date, observe the following instructions: After actuating the "Clock" button in the "Others/Setup/Time" menu, the ZUBTT changes to the "Set date" view (Figure 5-20).
Figure 5-20 Display view "Set date"
By using the function buttons, the dedicated values (Day, Month, Year) can be changed. Actuating a button once steps up to the next highest value. If the maximum value is reached, counting restarts from the smallest value.
The year dates are given from the year 2000 until the year 2030. In the future, an update of the ZUB TT software will ensure it can still be used beyond 2050.
By actuating the "OK" function button, the adjusted date is saved, and the ZUBTT changes to the "Set time" view.
Figure 5-21 Display view "Set time"
By actuating the function buttons (hour or minute), the dedicated values can be changed. Actuating a button once steps up to the next highest value. If the maximum value is reached, counting restarts from the smallest value.
By actuating the "OK" function button, the adjusted time is saved, and the ZUBTT changes to the "Choose others" view (Figure 5-14).
5.5.4.7 Function "Others/Setup/Time/Pwr down"
In this menu, it is possible to change the pre-set time until the ZUBTT switches off automatically to save energy after the last button actuation.
Figure 5-22 Display view "Set pwr down time"
By actuating the function buttons (5 min, 10 min, or 15 min), the switch-off time of the ZUBTT can be changed. By actuating the "OK" function button, the adjustment is saved, and the ZUBTT changes to the "Choose function" view (Figure 5-1).
6 Error messages
6.1 Reading error messages
| Error messages | Reason | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Error in 50 kHz control circuit | Given when the ZUBTT observes a wrong 50 kHz energy level | TCC is defective and has to be exchanged. |
| Error in 100 kHz energy circuit | Given when the ZUBTT observes a wrong 100 kHz energy level | TCC is defective and has to be exchanged. |
| Error in 850 kHz-data transfer circuit | Given when the ZUBTT observes a wrong 850 kHz energy level | TCC/Loop is defective and has to be checked. |
| No start block / stop block detected | Given when the ZUBTT can't observe any start/stop block in the telegram. | Check the TCC: 1. Check canned units 2. exchange TCC itself |
| Checksum error | Given when the ZUBTT observes an error in the data telegram CRC | Check the TCC: Check telegram store units |
| Only data from one channel rec: 1. TPR=0 2. TPR=1 |
Given when the ZUBTT receives data only from one telegram store unit out of 2 | One telegram store unit is missing or both telegram store units are identical. |
| Difference between received telegrams | Given when the ZUBTT observes a difference between the received telegrams from channel 1 and 2 | Two not paired telegram store units have been inserted into the TCC. |
| TCC/Loop not detected (or empty TLG) | Given when no data at all is received or if an empty telegram is received | 1. Check Interface-BG and connection towards TCC. 2. Check telegram store units |
| NO TELEGRAM RECEIVED | Shown when no telegram has been received | Check telegram store units |
6.2 System error messages
| Error messages | Reason | Action |
|---|---|---|
| RAM TEST: error | RAM defective | The ZUBTT is defective and need to be repaired. |
| EPROM TEST: error | EPROM defective | The ZUBTT is defective and need to be repaired. |
| Internal error: 01 | Given when a calibration error is detected. | The ZUBTT is defective and need to be repaired, but if the error message only is seen once, reparation is not necessary. |
| Internal error: 02 | Given when FPGA not ready. | The ZUBTT is defective and need to be repaired, but if the error message only is seen once, reparation is not necessary. |
| Internal error: 03 | Given when FIFO is filled up or FPGA not ready to send. | The ZUBTT is defective and need to be repaired, but if the error message only is seen once, reparation is not necessary. |
7 Maintenance
7.1 Functional test
To ensure the ZUBTT is always available for operation, it is important to run the Self-test (see sec. 5.5.3) before each use.
7.2 Changing batteries
Before exchanging batteries, the ZUBTT must be powered off using the "ON/OFF" button (Figure 3-2).
Open the battery box as described in chapter 4.1 and remove the empty/discharged batteries. Insert the 7 new/charged batteries (+ in direction to the battery box) and fit the cover cap again by pushing and turning it to the right. The ZUBTT is now operational and can be powered on again.
7.3 Charging batteries
If rechargeable batteries are used, they can be recharged in the two accompanying chargers. Fully equipped chargers require approximately 6 hours for charging (with delivered batteries).
All 7 batteries should be charged and used together to avoid different charge/discharge of single batteries, which would decrease the working capacity of the ZUBTT.
8 Technical specification / info
8.1 Case measures
- Height: 342.3 mm
- Width: 497 mm
- Depth: 128.6 mm
- Weight: 9 Kg (incl. batteries and Carrier strap)
8.2 External terminals
- Terminal for connecting TCC with 2/5 code.
- PC terminal (V24/RS232).
- External power supply
For maximum permissible cable lengths, please see the EMC section in chapter 8.
8.3 Power
- Non-rechargeable batteries
- Rechargeable batteries
- External power supply
Batteries, Non-rechargeable
- Type: 1.5 V Mono/D. It is recommended to use batteries with at least 5000mAh to guarantee the minimum number of readings specified in "Battery life".
- "Battery life": The possible number of telegram readings are > 200 per battery set with a capacity >= 5000mAh.
Batteries, Rechargeable
- Type: 1.2 V Ni/Mh mono/D. It is recommended to use batteries with at least 5000mAh to guarantee the minimum number of readings specified in "battery life".
- "Battery life": The possible number of telegram readings are > 200 per battery set with a capacity >= 5000mAh.
- Charging time: 6 hours (when using the recommended charger and battery capacity).
8.4 External power supply
- Voltage, min: 11 VDC, measured at the power supply input of the ZUBTT.
- Voltage, max: 16 VDC, measured at the power supply input of the ZUBTT.
- Current consumption: 3.5 A for 2 ms, 1.4 A for 150 ms, 300 mA continuously (except for the above periods).
8.5 Temperature range
The below-mentioned ranges are only valid for the ZUBTT. Please consider the temperature range of the batteries.
- Temperature, operating: -20°C to +45°C.
- Temperature, storage: -30°C to +70°C.
8.6 Degree of protection
IP54 (when all connectors are fitted with their corresponding protection caps). This is also fulfilled for the TCC connector when it is fitted with the cable G81001-L3114-H962-*.
8.7 Clock
The clock in the ZUBTT is controlled by a RealTimeClock IC.
- RTC IC: DS 1501 from Maxim Semiconductor.
- Accuracy: Better than ± 1 Minute/Month at +25°C.
8.8 CE-marking / EMC / Transmit frequencies
- CE-marking: The ZUBTT conforms to the requirements in the EMC directive 2004/108/EC.
- Transmit Frequencies: The ZUBTT transmits on the following frequencies: 50 kHz, 100 kHz, and 850 kHz (= 823.5 kHz + 875 kHz).
The ZUBTT is only allowed to be operated in countries where the frequencies 50 kHz, 100 kHz, and 850 kHz for testing facilities of the Zub system are accepted.
8.9 EMC
- Environment: The ZUBTT is only allowed to be operated in an environment which fulfills EN50121-1 and 50121-4.
- Cable length: In order to fulfill the EMC requirements, the attached cables must be less than 9.8 ft (~3 m) in length.
8.10 RF Exposure
The results of all measured configurations and locations yield a minimum separation distance of 20 cm from any system component to comply with FCC RF exposure requirements when used as specified by the manufacturer, installed on top of a Track Coupling Coil.
A minimum separation distance of 30 cm is required if the device is used in a standalone configuration transmitting at 100 kHz.
9 FCC Compliance Statement
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Changes or modifications to this product not authorized by Siemens Mobility Inc. could void the electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and wireless compliance and negate your authority to operate the product.
This product has demonstrated EMC compliance under conditions that included the use of compliant peripheral devices and shielded cables between system components. It is important that you use compliant peripheral devices and shielded cables between system components to reduce the possibility of causing interference to radios, televisions, and other electronic devices.
Responsible party (contact for FCC matters only):
Siemens Mobility, Inc.
One Penn Plaza
New York, NY 10119
USA
www.siemens.com/contact
