The Yokogawa AIP831-111, also cataloged as the AIP831 Operation Keyboard, operates as a dedicated hardware component for real-time process loop interaction within CENTUM VP Human Interface Station (HIS) platforms.
| Code Suffix | Option / Configuration | Technical Description |
|---|---|---|
| AIP831 | Base Model | Operation Keyboard for Eight-loop Simultaneous Operation |
| -1 | Mode Switch | Integrated with Mode selection switch |
| 1 | Key Type | Operation confirmation key Type B |
| 1 | Fixed Code | Standard fixed designation code (always 1) |
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | AIP831-111 |
| Brand | Yokogawa |
| Origin | Japan |
| Weight | 2.0 kg (without VESA bracket), 2.5 kg (with VESA bracket) |
| Dimensions | Standard desktop / VESA mount enclosure |
| Operating Temp | 5 deg C to 40 deg C |
| Power Consumption | 5 VDC +/- 5% at 1 A maximum (bus-powered via USB) |
| Control Capacity | Eight-loop simultaneous operation |
| Host Interface | USB 2.0 Type A x2 (direct connection to PC required) |
| Audio Interface | USB 1.1 compliant integrated speaker and buzzer alarms |
| Touch Sensor Type | Capacitive touch keys (bare-hand operation only) |
| Chassis Color | Black (Munsell No. N1.5) |
| Installation Category | IEC 61010-1 Class I |
| Storage Temp | -20 deg C to 60 deg C |
| Operating Humidity | 20% to 80% RH (non-condensing) |
The AIP831-111 interfaces directly with CENTUM VP Desktop Type HIS hardware via dedicated dual USB connections to execute simultaneous multi-loop adjustments. Channel-to-channel selection on the operator matrix correlates to target instrument faceplates, driving visual identification directly within the CENTUM VP software environment. Optical indication modes flag active control blocks, while local USB speaker and buzzer circuitry respond to system-level alarm states without depending on external sound card hardware. Signal transmission relies on native USB bus communication, eliminating external power supply requirements while isolating process monitoring operations across discrete control loops.
Q: Does the AIP831-111 touch-sensor array support operation while wearing industrial protective gloves?
A: No. The capacitive touch-sensor key matrix is calibrated for bare-hand touch operation only and will not register keypress events through standard industrial safety gloves.
Q: Can the AIP831-111 be routed through an unpowered USB hub or extension dock?
A: No. The keyboard draws up to 1 A at 5 VDC over the USB interface and must connect directly to the root USB Type A ports of the HIS workstation host PC to maintain electrical compliance and stable audio alarm execution.
Q: What software package dependency is required for full key mapping and audio notification functionality?
A: Operation requires the CENTUM VP software suite (VP6H1140 or LHS1140) installed on the host HIS PC to bind the faceplate highlight functions and custom audio alarm triggers to the key matrix.
Mount the AIP831-111 on a flat desktop surface or secure it using a standard VESA mounting bracket. Ensure the chosen VESA bracket assembly and mounting surface are structurally rated to withstand a static mechanical load of at least 10 kg. Route both USB cables directly to the primary host PC ports, avoiding intermediate extension leads to prevent voltage drop below the 4.75 VDC threshold. Maintain a minimum ambient operating boundary between 5 deg C and 40 deg C with relative humidity below 80% non-condensing. Ensure chassis grounding aligns with IEC 61010-1 Class I protective earth standards.
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