AIP831-101/EIM Yokogawa Operation Keyboard

Yokogawa AIP831-101/EIM CENTUM VP Desktop HIS Operation Keyboard

Yokogawa AIP831-101/EIM CENTUM VP Desktop HIS Operation Keyboard

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Yokogawa AIP831 Operation Keyboard The Yokogawa AIP831-101/EIM, also cataloged as the AIP831 Operation Keyboard, operates as a dedicated hardware component...

SKU: AIP831-101/EIM

Manufacturer: Yokogawa
Product No.: AIP831-101/EIM
Product Type: Operator Keyboards
Product Origin: JAPAN
Payment:T/T, Western Union
Weight: 2000g
Shipping port: Xiamen
Warranty: 12 months

Description Reviews

Yokogawa AIP831 Operation Keyboard

The Yokogawa AIP831-101/EIM, also cataloged as the AIP831 Operation Keyboard, operates as a dedicated hardware component for eight-loop simultaneous operation and operator command entry within CENTUM VP Desktop Type HIS platforms.

Hardware Specifications

Parameter	Specification
Model	AIP831-101/EIM
Brand	Yokogawa
Origin	Japan
Weight	2.0 kg (2.5 kg with VESA bracket)
Dimensions	480 mm x 180 mm x 40 mm
Operating Temp	0 deg C to 55 deg C
Power Consumption	Max. 1 A at 5 VDC (USB bus-powered)
Interface Connector	Dual USB A-Type (USB 2.0 for keyboard logic, USB 1.1 for audio)
Protection Rating	IP54 (front panel dust-proof and splash-resistant)
Key Construction	108 mechanical keys with 8-loop touch-sensor control keys
Sound Function	Integrated USB speaker for buzzer alarms and audio notifications
Software Dependency	Requires LHS1140 Eight-loop Simultaneous Operation Package
System Compatibility	Yokogawa CENTUM VP HIS and ProSafe-RS operator stations

Channel-to-Channel Isolation and DCS Integration

The AIP831-101/EIM operator console interface connects directly to the CENTUM VP Human Interface Station via dual bus-powered USB connections. Dedicated tactile switches process operator input routines, while onboard hardware drivers manage dynamic state sync across 8-loop control windows. The integrated touch-sensor matrix drives the Instrument Faceplate Highlight routine in the operator environment, prioritizing active PID control faceplates during process alarms. Built-in USB speaker logic handles immediate acoustic alerting without relying on workstation sound cards, routing warning buzzers directly through the local operator console to ensure instant alarm acknowledgment in noisy control room environments.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How does the dual-USB connector architecture split interface functionality on the host HIS?

A: One USB link routes through a USB 2.0 full-speed protocol channel to handle matrix key scans and LED status updates, while the second USB link connects to a dedicated USB 1.1 audio device controller to drive the local alarm buzzer and speaker circuit.

Q: Can the AIP831-101/EIM module operate under the LHS1120 or LHS1130 control software packages?

A: No, the AIP831 keyboard requires the LHS1140 Eight-loop Simultaneous Operation Package running on top of LHS1100 or LHM1101 standard operation and monitoring software. It is incompatible with LHS1120 and LHS1130 software environments.

Field Installation Guidelines

Position the AIP831-101/EIM on the console desk or secure it to a desktop arm using the optional VESA mounting bracket. Tighten all four rear bracket screws to withstand continuous operator key presses without flexing the enclosure logic board.

Route both USB interface cables through stress-relief channels to prevent physical strain on the host computer ports. Ensure the host HIS workstation delivers a full 5 VDC +/- 5 % supply across both USB connectors to maintain stable keyboard matrix scanning and full audio output volume during sustained alarm states.

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