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Yokogawa AIP827-2 USB Operation Keyboards

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.

Suffix Breakdown & Model Matrix

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)

Hardware Specifications

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)

4-20 mA HART Loop Protocol & Channel Isolation

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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.

Field Installation Guidelines

Engineers must adhere to standard control room assembly standards during installation:

  1. Place the keyboard unit onto a flat operator console surface or mount it securely within designated desk cutouts.
  2. Plug the USB Type A interface connector directly into an available USB port on the Human Interface Station terminal.
  3. Connect the AC power cable to a grounded 220-240 V AC power outlet, ensuring total circuit load limits stay within specifications.
  4. Keep interface cables clear of high-voltage power lines and equipment power cords to avoid communication interruption.

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