:Yokogawa AIP826 CENTUM VP HIS Operator Keyboard

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Yokogawa AIP826 CENTUM VP Operation Keyboard The Yokogawa AIP826, also cataloged as the AIP826 Operation Keyboard, operates as a dedicated...

SKU: AIP826

Manufacturer: Yokogawa
Product No.: AIP826
Product Type: Operator Keyboards
Product Origin: JAPAN
Payment:T/T, Western Union
Weight: 2200g
Shipping port: Xiamen
Warranty: 12 months

Description Reviews

Yokogawa AIP826 CENTUM VP Operation Keyboard

The Yokogawa AIP826, also cataloged as the AIP826 Operation Keyboard, operates as a dedicated hardware component for direct process intervention and window switching within CENTUM VP and CS 1000 Human Interface Station (HIS) platforms.

Hardware Specifications

Parameter	Specification
Model	AIP826
Brand	Yokogawa
Origin	Japan
Weight	2.2 kg
Dimensions	440 mm (W) x 284 mm (H) x 52 mm (D)
Operating Temp	5 to 40 deg C
Power Consumption	Max 1.0 A at 5 VDC (USB bus powered)
Input Voltage	5 VDC +/-5%
System Compatibility	CENTUM VP / CENTUM CS 1000 HIS
Interface Type	USB 2.0 A-Type
Key Switch Type	High-cycle mechanical tactile switches
Audio Functionality	Integrated USB-powered speaker
Mounting Options	Desktop or flush-panel mount

4-20 mA HART Loop Protocol & Process Control Integration

The Yokogawa AIP826 keyboard bypasses standard OS input layers to map keypresses directly into CENTUM VP software graphics. This execution gives operators immediate control room access to active 4-20 mA HART loop faceplates, single-loop controller tuning screens, and real-time process trend charts. Dedicated function keys execute instant alarm acknowledgment and sequence control commands, transmitting deterministic input commands over the USB connection to reduce operator action latency during critical process upsets.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is the AIP826 keyboard recognized as a standard HID device by non-Yokogawa PC operating systems?

A: No, the dedicated key mapping and hardware registers require Yokogawa HIS station software drivers; it will not function as a standard keyboard on general PC operating systems.

Q: How does the AIP826 keyboard receive operational power?

A: The module draws power directly from the Human Interface Station host computer via its 5 VDC USB bus connection, drawing a maximum of 1.0 A.

Q: What functional hardware replaces the AIP826 in system modernization projects?

A: The AIP830 unit serves as the direct hardware replacement model, preserving key mappings while providing updated USB bus components.

Field Installation Guidelines

Engineers should observe key installation practices when integrating the AIP826 into operator consoles:

Position the keyboard on a level desktop surface or secure it into a panel cut-out using the rear mounting holes.
Plug the USB interface cable into a dedicated USB port on the target Human Interface Station host chassis.
Tighten the USB cable retaining clamp to prevent accidental cable disconnection caused by operator movement.
Verify key mapping and internal speaker operation in the CENTUM VP environment before putting the station into live production service.

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