The Yokogawa AIP831-101, also cataloged as the AIP831-101 Operation Keyboard, operates as a dedicated hardware component for eight-loop simultaneous control within CENTUM VP Desktop Type HIS environments. Configured for operator-to-process interaction, this device provides direct tactile execution via eight-loop control keys integrated with touch sensors, facilitating the instrument faceplate highlight function and independent audio feedback through an embedded USB speaker.
| Model | Description |
|---|---|
| AIP831 | Base Model: Operation Keyboard for Eight-loop Simultaneous Operation |
| -101 | Specification Code: Standard Desktop Type HIS Interface |
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | AIP831-101 |
| Brand | Yokogawa |
| Origin | Not specified |
| Weight | 2.0 kg |
| Dimensions | Not specified |
| Operating Temp | 5 deg C to 40 deg C |
| Power Consumption | 5 V DC +/- 5% (1 A max) |
| Interface | USB 2.0 / USB 1.1 (Bus-powered) |
The AIP831-101 functions as a high-fidelity interface device requiring the LHS1140 Eight-loop Simultaneous Operation package for full feature deployment. The unit utilizes dual USB Type-A connections: a USB 2.0 interface for standard control key data transfer and a USB 1.1 interface for dedicated audio/buzzer signal output. To ensure control stability, the keyboard requires the Standard Operation and Monitoring Function (LHS1100 or LHM1101) at version R5.03 or later. The tactile keys provide operators with immediate visual and haptic confirmation of control state changes, optimizing setpoint adjustment and loop monitoring in high-stakes process automation environments.
Q: Can multiple AIP831 keyboards be utilized on a single Desktop Type HIS?
A: No, the system architecture restricts usage to one AIP831 unit per Desktop Type HIS. Connection of additional units is not supported by the current control package configuration.
Q: Is the integrated USB speaker capable of driving external alarm signals?
A: The USB speaker is designed for local operator feedback and buzzers within the HIS station. It is not intended for use as a general-purpose audio output device and should only be configured for system-defined alarm and feedback sounds.
Q: What are the software compatibility limitations for this keyboard?
A: The AIP831-101 is exclusively compatible with LHS1100 or LHM1101 packages. It cannot be used in conjunction with legacy LHS1120 or LHS1130 software packages, as these lack the necessary drivers for the eight-loop simultaneous operation function.
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