The Yokogawa AIP827-2, also cataloged as the AIP827 USB Operation Keyboard, operates as a dedicated hardware component for operator process control and alarm acknowledgment within CENTUM VP Human Interface Station platforms.
| Model / Suffix Code | Specification |
|---|---|
| AIP827 | USB Operation Keyboard for Human Interface Station |
| -2 | 220-240 V AC power supply version (CE Mark and C-Tick Mark certified) |
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | AIP827-2 |
| Brand | Yokogawa |
| Origin | Japan |
| Weight | 2.5 kg (Keyboard and AC Adaptor) |
| Dimensions | 440 mm (W) x 284 mm (D) x 52 mm (H) |
| Operating Temp | 5 to 40 deg C |
| Power Consumption | 20 VA |
| Keyboard Type | Dust- and drip-proof flat keyboard |
| Cable Connection | USB port |
| Interface Connector | USB Type A |
| Power Supply | 220-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz |
| Paint Color | Frosty White (Munsell No. 2.5Y8.4/1.2) |
The Yokogawa AIP827-2 keyboard provides operator interface functions for monitoring process parameters across distributed control networks, including loops carrying 4-20 mA HART loop protocol telemetry. Dedicated tactile keys trigger real-time alarm acknowledgment and display window navigation on the Human Interface Station (HIS). Internal electrical isolation and EMI shielding protect the keyboard circuit logic from electrical line noise originating near process display consoles.
Q: What minimum software revision does the Human Interface Station require to operate this keyboard?
A: The AIP827-2 USB Operation Keyboard requires CENTUM software revision R3.03 or later to establish driver recognition across the USB interface.
Q: How does the height change when the keyboard support feet are extended?
A: Expanding the integrated support feet increases the overall vertical enclosure profile from 52 mm to 73 mm.
Q: Can this keyboard operate without connecting the external AC power supply?
A: No, while data signals transmit through the standard USB Type A connection, the keyboard requires the external 220-240 V AC power supply to energize onboard status circuitry.
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