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VDH Alfa Server Program

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VDH Alfa Server Program Doc.nr: 140665 Version: 1.1

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Information

VDH Products BVProductieweg 19301 ZS RodenThe Netherlandstel. : +31 - (0)50 302 89 00fax. : +31 - (0)50 302 89 80email : [email protected] : www.vdhproducts.nl

Title: VASPVASP release: 1.1.71

©2014

Copyright ©2014 VDH Products BV. All rights reserved.No part of this documentation may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, for any purpose, without the express written permission of VDH Products BV.

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Disclaimer VDH Products BV provides this manual “as is”, makes no representations or warranties with respect to its contents or use, and specifically disclaims any expressed or implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. VDH Products BV reserves the right to make changes to the content of this manual, at any time, without obligation to notify any person or entity of such changes. The software described in this document is furnished under a license agreement. No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or information storage and retrieval systems, for any purpose other than the purchasers personal use, without the express written permission of VDH Products BV.

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About this manualThis user manual is meant to support you during operation of the installation. See for details the specific data sheets and drawings. Always consult your supplier in case of maintenance or repairs!

Used notations

Manual change notes Release Date Remarks

1.0 14-08-2015 First release

1.1 01-03-2016 Update new features

References

Reference to other documents like drawings and descriptions

of components.

Important

Important information which is assumed as being known with this user manual.

Extra info

Background information.


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Safety

⇒ These rules of prevention of accidents must be kept near the machine.

⇒ To prevent a lack of clarity in pictures it is prohibited to make copies of this document. Only original colour-prints guarantee a clear result.

⇒ Use the installation only as described in this manual. Other use van lead to dangerous situations and/or damage to installation or products.

⇒ Be sure to remove all tools from the machine after any maintenance.

Read this first!

Before the installation is going to be used, the instructions mentioned below have to be considered. The guarantee of the installation expires if any damage, failure or shortcoming is a result of negligence or non-observance of the points mentioned below.

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Table of contents1 Getting started 10

1.1 Introduction 101.2 System requirements 111.3 Installation 111.4 Support 11

2 General use 122.1 Starting VASP 12

2.1.1 First time use 122.2 Main screen 14

2.2.1 Tabs 152.2.2 Process information & sub menus 152.2.3 User status 152.2.4 Alarm screen 16

2.2.4.1 Alarm screen 162.2.4.1.1 Used colours 16

2.2.4.2 Alarm class: Urgent 172.2.4.3 Alarm class: Not urgent 172.2.4.4 Selection of alarm messages 172.2.4.5 Actions with selected alarm messages 172.2.4.6 Handling of alarms 18

2.3 General operation 192.3.1 Right mouse button 192.3.2 Printing 192.3.3 Columns 20

2.3.3.1 Sorting columns 202.3.3.2 Move columns 202.3.3.3 Change column width 202.3.3.4 Column view 212.3.3.5 Select one table cell 212.3.3.6 Selecting successive table cells 212.3.3.7 Select multiple table cells 212.3.3.8 Pre-defined values 21

2.3.4 Selection period 222.3.5 Zoom function with graphs 23

2.3.5.1 Zooming a graph 232.3.5.2 Zooming specific part 232.3.5.3 Pan 232.3.5.4 Data label 23

2.3.6 Presentation of graphs 242.3.6.1 Plotting 242.3.6.2 Incomplete data set 252.3.6.3 Loading measurement data 25


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3 Tab Overview 263.1 View of a controller 26

3.2.1 Work 273.2.2 Registration call 273.2.3 Move 273.2.4 Print 27

3.2 Configure view 27

4 Tab List 28

5 Tab Alarms 295.1 Subtab Actual alarms 295.2 Subtab Alarm history 295.3 Subtab Alarms statistics 305.4 Subtab Causes statistics 30

6 Tab Registration 316.1 Subtab Registration 31

6.1.1 Edit (new) profile 316.1.2 Controller 346.1.3 Profile 346.1.4 Period 346.1.5 Presentation 35

6.1.5.1 Table 356.1.5.2 Graph 35

6.2.1 Edit (new) report 366.2.1.1 Name 366.2.1.2 Users 366.2.1.3 Default period 366.2.1.4 Description 366.2.1.5 Show alarms 36

6.2 Subtab Reports 366.2.1.6 Axes 376.2.1.7 Variables 37

6.2.2 Controller 386.2.3 Period 386.2.4 The report 38

6.3 Subtab Batch 406.3.1 Batch information 406.3.2 User Actions 406.3.3 Alarms 406.3.4 Program 416.3.5 Logs 416.3.6 Setpoints 41

7.1.1.1 Privileges 42

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7 Tab Configuration 427.1 Subtab User roles 42

7.1.1 Add / change role 427.2 Subtab Users 44

7.2.1 Add / change user 447.2.1.1 General 457.2.1.2 To consider: message service number 46

7.2.1.2.1 Semaphone 467.2.1.2.2 Mobile phone (SMS) 46

7.2.1.3 Controllers 467.2.1.4 Automatic logoff 477.2.1.5 Message services 47

7.3 Subtab Groups 487.3.1 Add group 48

7.3.1.1 Response time 487.3.2 Delete group 48

7.4 Subtab Connections 497.4.1 Number of connections 497.4.2 Add connection 497.4.3 Select connection 507.4.4 Delete connection 507.4.5 Adjusting connections - general 50

7.4.5.1 Type: Modem connections 517.4.5.2 Type: Modem pool 517.4.5.3 Type: Direct cable connection 527.4.5.4 Type: GPRS UDP & GPRS TCP 52

7.4.6 Edit connection - Dial 537.5 Subtab Controllers 54

7.5.1 Add a controller 547.5.2 Delete a controller 557.5.3 Change a controller 55

7.6 Sub tab duty schedules 567.6.1 Add a duty schedule 567.6.2 Change a duty schedule 56

7.7 Subtab Tasks 577.7.1 Task types 57

7.7.1.1 Schedule 577.7.1.2 Task: Check call 587.7.1.3 Task: Registration call 59

7.7.1.3.1 Tab: Controllers 597.7.1.4 Task: Backup 59

7.7.1.4.1 Tab: Settings 597.7.1.5 Task: Archive databases 60

7.7.1.5.1 Tab: Settings 607.7.1.6 Task: Export alarm history 61

7.7.1.6.1 Tab: Controllers 617.7.1.6.2 Tab: Settings 61

7.7.1.7 Task: Export registration data 627.7.1.7.1 Tab Profile 627.7.1.7.2 Tab: Export settings 62


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7.7.1.8 Task: Export report 637.7.1.7.3 Tab: Settings 637.7.1.8.1 Tab: Controllers 63

7.7.1.9 Task: Print status report 647.7.1.10 Task: Backup parameters 64

7.7.1.8.2 Tab: Report 647.8 Subtab Alarms 65

7.8.1 Show possible alarms 657.8.2 Add and change alarm message 66

7.8.2.1 Import & Export 667.8.2.2 Tab General 677.8.2.3 Tab Instruction 677.8.2.4 Presented data 68

7.9 Subtab Causes 687.9.1 Show possible causes 687.9.2 Add & change causes 69

7.10 Subtab Subscriptions 707.10.1 Add & edit subscription 71

7.11 Subtab holiday planner 727.11.1 Mark holiday 73

7.12 Subtab Options 747.12.1 Connection 747.12.2 Alarm 75

7.12.2.1 Another main station 757.12.2.2 Causes 75

7.12.3 Sound 767.12.3.1 Sound signal 767.12.3.2 Mainstation settings 76

7.13 Subtab Programs 767.14 Subtab Batches 777.15 Subtab Status report 77

8 Tab Service 788.1 Subtab Version 788.2 Subtab Users 788.3 Subtab Logbook 798.4 Subtab Scheduled tasks 798.5 Subtab Test message 80

8.6.1 Changing parameters 818.6 Subtab Parameters 81

8.6.2 Export parameters 828.6.3 Imort parameters 828.6.4 Parameters backup 82

9 List of figures 84

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1 Getting started

1.1 Introduction

The VDH Alfanet Server Program (VASP) is used for controlling and adjusting Heinen & Hopman controllers. The number of users that can use the system simultaneously depend on the licence. Consult your supplier for detailed information.

VASP system

External internet

external ethernet network

local ethernet network

Controllers on the network

VASP Web server

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1.2 System requirements

Description Server Client

Processor PC with 2 GHz or higher processor clock speed

Memory 4 GB of RAM 4GB of RAM

Hard Disk Minimum: 2 GB Space requirements will vary depending on configuration and usage.

Minimum: 1 GB Space requirements will vary depending on configuration and usage.

Display Super VGA (1024x768) or higher resolution video adapter and monitor.

Operating System Windows 7, 8 or 10 Browser with Java 7 update 55

Peripheral Keyboard and Mouse. Keyboard and Mouse.

Additional Two network connections with fixed IP address (TCP/IP).Internet connection strongly recommended.

Network connection (TCP/IP)

Please contact your supplier for other requirements.

1.3 InstallationThe software is installed at a web server. Users have access to the system via a web browser (IE / Firefox / Chrome). It is important that the browser accepts cookies.

1.4 SupportSupport is available via:http://www.vdhproducts.nl

Cookies

Your browser should accept cookies.This is set at ‘Options’ within your browser.

2nd network necessary

VASP web server needs two network connections:

- 1x for connection to controllers

- 1x for connection to external network/internet.

Installation manual

See also the separate installation manual.


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2 General use

The VDH Alfa Server Program is constant active at a server with a database.

Everyone with connection to the internet can also connect to the server.With the right username and password it is possible to enter the VASP.

2.1 Starting VASPVASP is available via:

http://<IP address> / vasp

2.1.1 First time use

To prevent unauthorized use a password is needed. This is generated and distributed by the system administrator.Next screen is displayed every time you contact VASP with your browser.

Fig. 1 Login screen

With the right username-password combination the main screen of VASP is shown.

System administrator

Consult your system administrator for IP address details.

Lost your password?

Consult your system administrator in case you lost your username and/or password. If you also lost the username and/or password for system administrator please contact your supplier.

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Within VASP the main screen is always displayed undepending the granted privileges. As soon as you have activated VASP with your username and password you are also signed in. From this point you can use the program.

Fig. 2 Main screen with user information

Depending the setting within VASP you are logged off automatically in case no action is detected during a specific time. However, it is also possible you are not logged off automatically, In this case you have to logoff yourself.

Logging out does only imply that operation of VASP is disabled. The main screens remains visible. You have to be logged in to be able to change or operate.

The current status is shown at top right:Logon Not signed in. After selecting this item the password for

displayed person is asked (‘VDH’ in this case).Logoff After selecting this item the indicated user is logged off (‘VDH’ in

this case).

VDH The name of the persone that is signed in.

Exit Main screen is closed and start page is shown again.

Do not forget to logout

Never leave your system unattended while logged in.


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2.2 Main screen

As soon as you have activated VASP with your username and password the main screen is shown. It gives a clear overview of the status of the complete configuration. With your mouse it is possible to get more information.

The main screen is divided in next sections: • Tabs • Processinfo&submenus • Userstatus • Alarmscreen

Fig. 3 Sections in main screen

Tabs Process info & sub menus User status

Alarm screen

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2.2.1 Tabs

The standard tabs are meant for general settings. They are explained separately in next paragraphs.

2.2.2 Process information & sub menus

The information here depends on the selected tab. See for details the explanation of the specific tab.

2.2.3 User status

At the right top the user status is displayed with 5 elements:

Name of license holder.

Number of users that are logged in. In section ‘Service’ ~ ‘Users’ (page 15) is listed who are logged in.

Number of new urgent alarm messages that are not acknowledged yet.

User with [Name] (‘VDH’ in this case) is signed in at this moment. Select ‘Logoff’ to log off. The text will change to ‘Logon’. When not logged on it is only possible to select the tabs ‘Overview’ and ‘List’. New connections with installations are not possible. Existing connections will remain active but it is not possible to change parameters.

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2.2.4 Alarm screenA separate part of the screen is reserved for active alarms. Status of each installation is also displayed with a coloured dot at the main screen in case there is more than one location.

The alarm screen is always visible. It contains the following sections: •Alarmlist •Selectionofmessages •Actionswithselectedmessages

Fig. 4 Alarm screen

2.2.4.1 Alarm screenAll alarms are listed at the alarm screen.

Date : date when the message was received, Time : time when the message was received, Controller : Cell name, Alarm : alarm texts belonging to alarm list, State : Active, Acknowledged, Warning or Solved

Each message is listed in order of date and time occurrence. Select the column header to change the sorting order of the table. A new incoming message will always change the sort order to date and time and puts the new message at the top of the list.

2.2.4.1.1 Used colours

The colour used by the station dot and alarm list depends on the status of the message.

The following colours are used; (1) red active message (2) purple acknowledged active message (3) blue warning (4) green resolved message

When more than one message is active the message with the highest priority is shown (lowest number is highest priority).

Alarm screen optional

The visibility of the alarm screen is set at the server.Consult your system administrator for details.

Selection Alarm list Actions withof messages selected messages

Tab alarms

All information with respect to alarms are also available via tab ‘Alarms’. See “5 Tab Alarms” on page 29.

Text colours

no messagealarmacknowledgedMessage

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2.2.4.2 Alarm class: UrgentThis is an alarm where immediate action is needed. No matter what day or time it is.

2.2.4.3 Alarm class: Not urgentThis is an alarm where action is needed but only during normal working hours.

A combination of two or more “Not urgent” alarms can change into an “Urgent” alarm. Alarm class: Warning

A warning is sent only for information. No immediate action is needed.

2.2.4.4 Selection of alarm messages

Fig. 5 Alarm window

Each alarm can be selected separately. At the left top of the alarm window there are 3 short cuts:None Clear all selections made earlierActive Select all active alarm messagesSolved Select all solved alarm messages

2.2.4.5 Actions with selected alarm messagesActions can be executed simultaneously with selected alarm messages. At the right top of alarm window are 3 short cuts:acknowledge All selected alarm messages that are active (red/blue

text) are acknowledged and text colour changes to purple. Sending of associated SMS messages is stopped.

assign cause All selected alarm messages that are acknowledged are provided with a cause. Possible causes can be different for each location.

remove All selected alarm messages are provided with a cause and then removed from the list.

Causes

The available causes are set for each location via selection ‘Causes’ within tab ‘Configuration’. See “7.9.2 Add & change causes” on page 69It is also possible to select a cause automatically. See also “7.9.2 Add & change causes” on page 69.

Urgent / not urgent

See “7.8.2 Add and change alarm message” on page 66 for adjusting the alarm messages.


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2.2.4.6 Handling of alarmsThe alarm is indicated in several ways.

• Thecolourofthelocationdotchangestored,• Thealarmisreportedinthealarmwindow,• Thealarmwillbeprintedoptionally.

A station can signal various alarms with corresponding messages. The generated alarms are send to the pager group or pager groups (containing paging services) connected to the station. The appropriate action to take depends on the Duty level (time) and urgency.

Alarm received by VASP

Printer selected?

Send alarm to message service (dened in pager group)

Reaction within response time?

Multiple message services within pager

group?Max. number of calls reached?

Alarm not solved.Alarm messages remains in

alarm window.

urgent alarm?

NO YES

YES

YES

Change colour corresponding to status.

Print alarm

Action selected?YES

Execute action

In service?

Alarm solved?

YES

NO

Alarm acknowledged by operator

YES

Send message?YES

Send messageYES

YES

YES

NO

NO

Fig. 6 Alarm handling

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2.3 General operationThe following features are common within VASP.

2.3.1 Right mouse button

Select an item with right mouse button to show extra options with this item. Options are different for each item and explained if necessary.

Fig. 7 Options with right mouse button

2.3.2 Printing

Printing of an active window is done by selecting the window with your right mouse button. Select ‘Print’ to show the standard printing dialog with available printers and options.The information is scaled to the width of one page. Each page is printed with header and footer text.

The name of the report, period, header and footer text are standard and can not be changed.

Fig. 8 Report

PDF generator

Install next to your standard printer a PDF generator. With this generator it is possible to print to a pdf file and make the information available for others. VDH Products BV

Produktieweg 1, 9301 ZS Rodenwww.vdhproducts.nl

Alarmdata : Actual alarms

Printed 2010-07-16 10:22 VASP® Page: 1 of 1

Date Time Controller Alarm State16-07-10 10:19 Cel 1 No communication with controller active14-07-10 14:48 Cel 2 No control sensor available solved14-07-10 14:27 Cel 2 No control sensor available solved14-07-10 14:22 Cel 2 Sensor 3 absolute minimum alarm solved14-07-10 14:22 Cel 2 Sensor 1 absolute minimum alarm solved14-07-10 14:22 Cel 2 Sensor 2 absolute minimum alarm solved14-07-10 14:21 Cel 2 Sensor failure sensor 1 solved14-07-10 14:21 Cel 2 Sensor failure sensor 2 solved14-07-10 14:21 Cel 2 Sensor failure sensor 3 solved14-07-10 14:21 Cel 2 Sensor failure sensor 6 solved14-07-10 14:21 Cel 2 No control sensor available solved14-07-10 14:20 Cel 2 Sensor 1 absolute minimum alarm solved14-07-10 14:20 Cel 2 Sensor 2 absolute minimum alarm solved14-07-10 14:20 Cel 2 Sensor 3 absolute minimum alarm solved14-07-10 14:19 Cel 2 Sensor 1 absolute minimum alarm solved14-07-10 14:18 Cel 2 Sensor 2 absolute minimum alarm solved14-07-10 14:18 Cel 2 Sensor 3 absolute minimum alarm solved14-07-10 14:10 Cel 2 Sensor failure sensor 9 solved14-07-10 13:59 Cel 2 No communication with controller solved14-07-10 13:59 Cel 2 Sensor failure sensor 1 solved14-07-10 13:59 Cel 2 Sensor failure sensor 2 solved14-07-10 13:59 Cel 2 Sensor failure sensor 3 solved14-07-10 13:59 Cel 2 Sensor failure sensor 6 solved14-07-10 13:59 Cel 2 No control sensor available solved14-07-10 13:58 Cel 2 Humidity too low solved14-07-10 13:58 Cel 2 Sensor 1 absolute minimum alarm solved14-07-10 13:58 Cel 2 Sensor 2 absolute minimum alarm solved14-07-10 13:58 Cel 2 Sensor 3 absolute minimum alarm solved14-07-10 13:48 Cel 2 No communication with controller solved14-07-10 09:24 Cel 2 Sensor failure sensor 1 solved14-07-10 09:24 Cel 2 Sensor failure sensor 2 solved14-07-10 09:24 Cel 2 Sensor failure sensor 3 solved14-07-10 09:24 Cel 2 Sensor failure sensor 6 solved14-07-10 09:24 Cel 2 No control sensor available solved14-07-10 09:22 Cel 2 No communication with controller solved13-07-10 14:04 Cel 2 No communication with controller solved

Report name is equal to function on screen.

Footer text.


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2.3.3 Columns

Fig. 9 Columns

Within VASP all columns have the following features:

2.3.3.1 Sorting columnsSelect with left mouse button the column to be sorted. In the header of the column is displayed a little triangle:

: ascending

: descending

Fig. 10 Column sorting

Select column heading again with left mouse button to change sorting order.

2.3.3.2 Move columns

Fig. 11 Moving columnsSelect with left mouse button the column header to be moved. Drag the column with activated left mouse button to desired position.

2.3.3.3 Change column width

Fig. 12 Change column widthPosition the mouse pointer at the border between two columns. The mouse pointer changes into two arrows. Keep left mouse button pressed and drag to left or right to change column width.

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2.3.3.4 Column view

Fig. 13 Selection of visible columns

Select any column header with right mouse button. An overview of all columns is shown now. New columns are placed at right side of selected column. Some columns are always displayed (e.g. Nr.)

2.3.3.5 Select one table cellSelect the cell concerned.

2.3.3.6 Selecting successive table cellsSelect the first table cell, press <Shift> button and select last table cell.

2.3.3.7 Select multiple table cellsSelect minimal one table cell. Press <Ctrl> button and select other table cells.

2.3.3.8 Pre-defined valuesPart of the columns can only contain pre-defined values. These values are numeric or alpha numeric.

Select the table cells to be changed and press the right mouse button. A list with valid values is displayed now Select the right value.

In case of free table cells all values that are entered already are shown. Make a choice from this list. If necessary a new window is shown with available options.

Fig. 14 Pre-defined values


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2.3.4 Selection period

At tab ‘Alarms’ and ‘Registration’ a period is selected before data is presented. Next periods are available:

Period - day

This is the whole calender day

Period - week

This is the whole calendar week. These are represented by week numbers (1-53).

Period - month

This is the whole calendar month. These are represented by month numbers (1-12).

Period - year

This is the whole calendar year.

Period - all

All available data is selected.

Period - other

Select any start date and end date. Select the start date to display a calendar . Select the desired date and repeat for end date.

Fig. 15 Selection periods

Displayed data

Only the available data that lies between first and last date is presented.It is possible that there is no data available in selected period.

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2.3.5 Zoom function with graphs

2.3.5.1 Zooming a graphPosition the mouse pointer at the desired axe and turn mouse wheel UP to zoom in, and DOWN to zoom out. or

Position the mouse at the desired axe and double click with left mouse button to zoom in, and double click with right mouse button to zoom out.In case the mouse is positioned at the graph both X and Y axe will zoom simultaneously.Zooming in and out is always executed from the middle point of the presented graph.

Fig. 16 Zooming in and out from the middle point of the graph

2.3.5.2 Zooming specific partPosition the mouse pointer at the graph. Press the left mouse button and drag the mouse to next point at the graph. Then release the left mouse button.

2.3.5.3 PanPosition the mouse pointer at the graph and press and hold the right mouse button. De graph will now follow the mouse movements.

2.3.5.4 Data labelWhen the mouse pointer is positioned near a measured value a label is displayed with extra information about this measurement.

Fig. 17 Label in graph

Reset to default view

Double click the mouse wheel or press the <Backspace> button to reset the view to default.


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2.3.6 Presentation of graphs

2.3.6.1 PlottingIn the graph a line is drawn between two successive measurements. In case of significant differences in measurement time, or missed measurements a line is drawn as shown in next figure.

Fig. 18 Straight line between measured values

The scale of the horizontal axis is based on the smallest sample time within the selected period. Keep in mind that with a variable sampling rate the number of measurements at horizontal axis are not constant.

The figure below shows an example of 9600 values that are measured in situation A, and only 90 in situation B (lower measurement interval).However, in situation A the measurement interval is much shorter than in situation B, and therefore situation A uses less space at horizontal axis with 9600 measurements than situation B with only 90 measurements.

Situation A:Measurement interval: 1 minute = 9600 values

Situation B:Measurement interval: 1 hour = 90 values

Fig. 19 Horizontal time scale based on smallest time unit

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2.3.6.2 Incomplete data set

In case of an incomplete data set (for example when the month is not finished yet), the line is scaled to the available period.

Fig. 20 Incomplete graph

2.3.6.3 Loading measurement dataDuring loading of the data from the database the progress is shown in a bar graph. Interrupt the loading by pressing the button ‘Cancel’.

Fig. 21 Progress of loading of data

Loading is interrupted and already loaded data is displayed. Next message is also displayed:

Fig. 22 Partly loaded data is presented


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3 Tab Overview

With this tab all controllers are shown. Select a deck to open a deck tab. There are four pages and each page can contains 25 controllers.

Fig. 23 Overview

How a controller is shown, depends on the type of the controller.In the figure below is an example of the Proba controller.There are also different views for different states from the controllers.

Controller is on

Controller is off or the controller doesn’t have a on/off status

Controller has an alarm

There is no communication with the controller

Fig. 24 Different views of a controller

3.1 View of a controller

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3.2 Configure view

Use right mouse button within presentation to configure the contents that are shown.

Fig. 25 Change view

3.2.1 Work

Work online VASP main station is connected to station.Work offline VASP main station is used stand-alone. Data is simulated.

3.2.2 Registration call

Registration call VASP tries to connect with controller and logs the available data.

3.2.3 Move

Fig. 26 Move cell

1. Select with right mouse button the cell that needs to be moved.2. Select ‘Move’. A red quare is displayed now.3. To move a cell within the group:

- Move red square to new position and select left mouse button. To move a cell to another group of cells: - Select the destination group of cells. - Move red square to new position and select left mouse button.

3.2.4 Print

Print the current presentation.

Activate changes

Close the tab and open it again to execute the changes.


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4 Tab List

This tab shows the complete list with locations and controllers with the same general status information as at tab ‘Location’.

Each location contains one or more controllers that control one cell each.

Fig. 27 Tab List Select heading of table with right mouse button to select the columns that are displayed.

Fig. 28 Column view

Select somewhere in table with right mouse button to save the current view of columns. Next time the saved view is displayed.

Fig. 29 Save view

Save view

Save the view in case it is changed. Without saving the default columns are displayed.

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5 Tab Alarms

This tab can only be selected if someone is logged in.

Next selections are possible within the tab Alarms:- Current alarms- Alarm history- Alarms statistics- Causes statistics

5.1 Subtab Actual alarmsAll alarms are shown here in the same way as in the alarm section on the main screen.

Fig. 30 Actual alarms

5.2 Subtab Alarm historyThis selection shows all alarms per location within the selected period.The duration of each alarm is shown also.

Fig. 31 Alarm history

1. Select the desired period. All locations with alarm messages within this period are now shown.2. Select the desired controller.

All messages belonging to this controller within the selected period are now shown.

Actual alarms

See also “2.2.4 Alarm screen” on page 16 for details.

Instruction

Select an alarm and press right mouse button to show corresponding instruction.See also “7.8.2.3 Tab Instruction” on page 67 for setting these instructions.

Order

Select the column header to sort the column.

Available periods

DayWeekMonthYearAllOther (free to choose start and end date)


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5.3 Subtab Alarms statisticsThis selection shows how often alarm messages have occurred during the selected period. Furthermore the minimal, maximal and average error time is displayed for each message.

Fig. 32 Alarms statistics

1. Select the desired period. All locations with alarm messages within this period are now shown.2. Select the desired controller.

All messages belonging to this controller within the selected period are now shown.

5.4 Subtab Causes statisticsThis selection shows how often each cause is assigned to alarm messages during the selected period.

Fig. 33 Causes statistics

1. Select the desired period. All locations with alarm messages within this period are now shown.2. Select the desired location.

All messages belonging to this location within the selected period are now shown.

Order


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6 Tab Registration

This tab can only be selected if someone is logged in.All registered process data can be consulted here and displayed in a graph.

6.1 Subtab Registration

Fig. 34 Registration-registration selection Everything is displayed based on a profile that is defined earlier. Data is selected in two ways:- choose an existing profile with a selected controller;- choose a controller with a selected profile.

6.1.1 Edit (new) profile

A profile is always connected to one specific controller. It can be useful to define the same profile at several controllers. Afterwards it is possible to select this profile show only the controllers with this profile.

Fig. 35 Profile selection 1. Select ‘Controller’.2. Select the controller where the profile has to be edited.3. Select at ‘Profile’ an existing profile in case an existing profile has to be

changed.4. Select right mouse button at ‘Profile’ and select:

New : make new profile Edit : change selected profile Remove : remove selected profile

Period

See also “2.3.4 Selection period” on page 22 for selecting a period.

Edit profile in graph

Edit a profile directly in the graph by selecting a measured value with the right mouse button. Then select ‘Options’ .

How to copy a profile

The last chosen profile is used as base for a new profile. In this way it is easy to copy an existing profile to a new one.


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Fig. 36 Setting profile

Profile: Name of the profile (Take care: name can not be changed if profile is changed afterwards).

Active: List with possible measurements. Selected items are shown in table or graph later on.

The next items have only influence on the selected measurement signal.Line color: Select the desired line and change colour if necessary.

•Doubleclickatthecolourtochange.•Selectastandardcolourwithrightmousebutton.

Y-axis scale propertiesPercentage: Real measured value in percents (%), scaled between

‘Minimum’ and ‘Maximum’. In case percentage is not selected the real value is scaled

between ‘Minimum’ and ‘Maximum’ value.Minimum & Maximum: Limit values of Y-axis as they are shown when graph is

displayed for first time.Difference: Shows difference with previous measurement.Mark: Each measurement is shown in the graph with a marker. This

can be useful with constant signals to identify the separate measurements. ‘Marker’ is not possible when ‘Step’ is selected.

Step: The line is presented without calculating the values between two measurements. ‘Step’ is not possible when ‘Marker’ is selected.

Column width: Width of column when measurements are presented in table.

Line colour (standard)

Select the line colour with right mouse button. Only standard colours are possible:

Line colour (all colours)

Select the line colour by double clicking the left mouse button.All colours are possible:

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Y-axis position: Group (axis) : Shows the selected measurements in one

combined presentation.Left: Places a new Y-scale at left side.Right: Places a new Y-scale at right side.

Y-axis collection

Fig. 37 Y-axis properties


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6.1.2 ControllerSelect ‘Controller’ in case the registration is wanted belonging to a specific controller.

Fig. 38 Controller selection 1. Select ‘Controller’.2. Select the desired controller.3. Select a predefined profile.

6.1.3 Profile

Select ‘Profile’ in case the registration is wanted belonging to a specific profile.

Fig. 39 Profile selection

1. Select ‘Profile’.2. Select a predefined profile.3. Select a location where this profile is found.

6.1.4 Period

Select the desired period.Period

See also “2.3.4 Selection period” on page 22.

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6.1.5 Presentation

The data is presentend in a table or in a graph.

6.1.5.1 TableThe data in the table depends on the way the profile is configured.

Fig. 40 Table

Export (only with table) Select ‘Export’ to print or save the data in CSV format.A CSV file can be opened in other programs like Microsoft Excel.

6.1.5.2 GraphData is presented in a graph. See also “§1.3.6 Presentation of graphs” on page 38 and “§1.3.5 Zoom function with graphs” on page 38.

Order


Column width

Standard column width within the profile is adjustable for each measurement individually.

Export

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With the reports function it is possible make a report for only one controller but also to merge data from several controllers in one graph.

6.2.1 Edit (new) reportSelect at ‘Report’ in case an existing report has to be changed.Select right mouse button at ‘Report’ and select:New : Make new reportEdit : change selected reportRemove : remove selected report

6.2.1.1 NameName of the report.

6.2.1.2 UsersSelect the user(s) who may use this report. Because of this it is possible to make different reports for different users. Users who are not assigned to the report can’t see the report.

6.2.1.3 Default periodSelect the default period for the report.A period can be one day, one week, one monyth or one year.

6.2.1.4 DescriptionIn this field you can enter a description for the report. This desciption can contain information of the shown data. This field is not required.

6.2.1.5 Show alarmsAlarms can be shown in the graph. This will be shown as a thin bar.

6.2 Subtab Reports

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6.2.1.6 AxesSeveral axes can be shown, each with their own scale. See also

6.2.1.7 VariablesIn this section the data which will be shown in the graph can be selected.The following items are shown and adjustable:Order : In some cases the order of the lines can be changedActive : Variables can be made inactive. In this case it’s not necessary to remove them from the report when they are not required temporaly. Controller : Here is shown from which controller the variable is shownVariable : The variable from the controllerMarker : A marker can shown. It’s possible to change the dimension of the markerUnit : This value will be shown in the legendValue : It is possible to enter a script for displaying a line. In case of a binairy line this script is required to show the right line. The required code is shown in the figure below

Type : The type of line that is shown The following choices can be made: - Line

- Step

- Smooth


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- Binary

- Bar

Axis : Axis can be assigned to the variableColor : The color of the line Line : The thickness of the line can be set between 0 and 9. Marker : A marker can be placed on every registration point Difference : Shows difference with previous measurement

6.2.2 ControllerReports can be made for each controller

6.2.3 PeriodSelect the desired period.

6.2.4 The report

When all setting have been made, the report could be shown as the fie below.

Fig. 41 Example of a report

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With a right click in the graph, the next options will be available: - Edit report - This will open the edit screen - Dataset info - Information about the data. For example the minumum, maximum and avarage of the measured values can be read out

Fig. 42 Dataset info

- Auto range - The range of the axles will scaled automatically - Print - Make a screen shot


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6.3 Subtab Batch

Fig. 43 Subtab Batch selection Data is selected in two ways:- select an start and end date;- select an available batch.

Select at right pull down menu the desired batch data.

6.3.1 Batch information

Start and stop date and batch information that was entered during ripening.

Fig. 44 Batch information

6.3.2 User Actions

All user actions during the batch are shown here.

Fig. 45 Batch user actions

6.3.3 Alarms

All alarms that occurred during batch are shown here.

Fig. 46 Batch alarms

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6.3.4 Program

Program is displayed in table form.

Fig. 47 Batch program

6.3.5 Logs

Graphical representation of ripening process.

Fig. 48 Batch logs

6.3.6 Setpoints

Changed setpoints during batch are displayed here.

Fig. 49 Batch setpoints


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7 Tab Configuration

This tab can only be selected is someone is logged in.All registered process data can be consulted here and displayed in a graph.

7.1 Subtab User roles

Fig. 50 Configuration-user roles

7.1.1 Add / change role

1. Select an existing role by selecting the corresponding number in left column. The complete line is selected now.

2. Select right mouse button in left column.3. Select ‘New’ for a new role.

Select ‘Edit’ to change the properties of selected role. Select ‘Remove’ to delete the selected role from the system.

7.1.1.1 Privileges

Fig. 51 Privileges

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Each user has separate privileges:

Configure alarmsAdding and/or change alarm messages (see page 66).

Configure causeAdd and/or change causes (see page 69).

Assign causeAssign cause to alarm (see page 17).

Configure duty scheduleAdd or change duty schedules (see page 56).

Configure scheduled tasksAutomatically repeating task (see page 57).

Configure controllerAdd and/or change controller properties (see page 54).

Configure paging servicesAdd and/or change subscriptions to paging services (see page 70).

Configure pager groupsAdd and/or change pager groups (see page 48).

Configure usersAdd or change users (see page 78)

Change optionsChange general properties of VASP (see page 74).

Change controller setpointsChange setpoints at controller.

Configure connectionsAdd and/or change connections (see page 49).

Acknowledge alarmsAcknowledge new alarm messages (see page 17).

Restore backupReplace backup after error.

Change controller mutex setpoints‘Mutual exclusion’ is used in situations where only one of the multiple simultaneous connected users is allowed to change a setpoint.

Configure programsAdd and change ripening programs. (See the manual from the Proba)

Configure batchesAdd and change batches. (See the manual from the Proba)

View batchesView the batch data at the tab registration. (See the manual from the Proba).

Configure parametersChange all parameters (See page 81).

Configure general parametersSome parameters can put in a special groep. If the user only have the privilge for this group, he cannot change the other parameters

Import / export parametersIt is possible to export and import parameters.

Privileges

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7.2 Subtab Users

Fig. 52 Configuration-users selection

7.2.1 Add / change user

1. Select an existing user by selecting the corresponding number in left column. The complete line is selected now.

2. Select right mouse button in left column.3. Select ‘New’ for a new user.

Select ‘Edit’ to change the properties of selected user. Select ‘Remove’ to delete the selected user from the system.

Fig. 53 Select user

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The same window is displayed when adding or changing user properties:

7.2.1.1 General

Fig. 54 General user settings

Name : User name that is used during login.

Complete name : Complete name to clarify login name.

Password : Password that is used during login.

Confirm password : Repeat password that is used during login.

Roles : Assign the required role for this user.

Language : Language that is used for all texts.

SMS number : Number of the cell phone where the message is sent. See next page for some thoughts with type of connection.

Email address : E-mail address where an email is sent.

Password

The password is case sensitive. It is advised to use a combination of capital characters, lower case and numbers.

Lost your password?Only other users with the right privileges can change your password.Contact your supplier if this is not possible.


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7.2.1.2 To consider: message service numberAn infrastructure is needed for transport of massages, alarms and other data. There are different system like semaphone and mobile phone with SMS. Each system has specific advantages and disadvantages.

7.2.1.2.1 Semaphone

Semaphone is used as professional message system by organisations like police and fire brigades. The guaranteed receiving area (like the complete area of The netherlands) combined with the continuously beeping are most important features of this system.

In case VASP sends a message it receives an acknowledgement. With semaphone it is guaranteed that receiver has received the message. However, it remains unsure if the receiving party has read the message. Best way is to send the message again in case no reaction of receiver is reported.

7.2.1.2.2 Mobile phone (SMS)

Mobile phone and SMS service is generally accepted and used. This message service is used a lot but there are some considerations:

The ring tone at receiving party is often not more than a few beeps. At night when you are asleep or in a noisy surrounding it is easily missed.

More important is the fact that the provider can not guarantee the moment when the message is delivered. Most times this will take just some seconds, but it also could be next day!A confirmation of a delivered SMS message is not standard available but is necessary, especially with urgent alarms.

7.2.1.3 Controllers

Fig. 55 Controllers

Select the controllers with which the user can communicate.

Available controllers

A controller is only available if it is configured in advance at the server.

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7.2.1.4 Automatic logoff

Fig. 56 Automatic logoff

Select this option in case the system should logoff automatically when the system is not used during a certain time. With this option enabled it is possible to set the time delay. Automatic logoff prevents the situation you forgot to logoff and someone else uses the system unauthorized.

7.2.1.5 Message services

Fig. 57 Message service

Mail server : Select here the mail server.Page provider : Select an available subscription.Connection : Select an available connection.Init : Depending de selected (modem) connection it is sometimes necessary to execute initialization commandsNumeric : Select numeric in case of SemaDigit.Fax : Select when sent via fax.

Logoff

It is advised to activate this option. It prevents unauthorized use.

Initialization

Read the corresponding documentation with the (modem) connection for possible initialization commands.

Connection

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7.3 Subtab Groups

A group consist of persons that should receive a message simultaneously. It is used to forward messages from a controller via a message service.Select ‘Alarms’ (see page 47) to set a pager group for each message.

A group is possible with minimal one user with configured message service. Use within a group multiple users with message services for a reliable message system. Use different providers if possible.As soon as an alarm message is detected the speed of further processing depends on the way the group is configured. When for example the first message service does not confirm the message, the next message service is activated automatically.

Fig. 58 Groups

7.3.1 Add group

1. Select tab ‘Configuration’.2. Select ‘Groups’ in left menu. The window ‘Groups’ is shown.3. Select with right mouse button ‘Groups’ and select ‘New’. The window ‘Properties groups’ is shown.4. Enter name in field ‘Name’.5. Enter the number of retries at ‘Number of retries for call order’.

7.3.1.1 Response timeIn case no confirmation is received within the response time the message is resent with next available message service in the list.

7.3.2 Delete group

1. Select tab ‘Configuration’.2. Select ‘Groups’ in left menu. The window ‘Groups’ is shown.3. Select group that should be deleted.4. Select with right mouse button ‘Groups’ and select ‘Delete’. 5. Confirm with ‘Yes’.

Condition

A pager group is only possible with minimal one user with available message service (see page 48).

Alarms

It is necessary to couple a pager group with a message of a controller (see page 67) .

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7.4 Subtab Connections

To be able to control a remote installation a connection is necessary. There are two types of connection:• cable PSTN(telephone),ADSLorsignalcable• mobile GSM, GPRS, UMTS, satellite, radio modem

VASP operates with all kinds of communication systems. To be able to select a communication system it is necessary to configure it at the server where VASP is installed. Consult your system administrator for details.

Fig. 59 Connections

7.4.1 Number of connections

The minimum number of modem connections that is necessary depends on:• Thenumberofcontrollers.• Thenumberofsimultaneousconnections.• Timethatisneededtoreaddatafromacontroller.

7.4.2 Add connection

1. Select tab ‘Configuration’.2. Select ‘Connections’ in left menu.

Window ‘Connections’ is displayed.3. Select with right mouse button the left column and select ‘New’.4. Add properties and select ‘OK’.5. Restart VASP.


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7.4.3 Select connection


Window ‘Connections’ is displayed.3. Select with right mouse button the connection to be changed in left

column and select ‘Edit’. The window ‘Connection properties’ is displayed.

4. Change properties and select ‘OK’.

7.4.4 Delete connection


Window ‘Connections’ is displayed.3. Select with right mouse button the connection to be deleted in left column

and select ‘Delete’.4. Confirm with ‘Yes’.

7.4.5 Adjusting connections - general

There are several kinds of connection possible.

Fig. 60 Adjusting connections

Name : Free to choose name for connection.Type : The available types of connection are explained in next paragraphs.

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7.4.5.1 Type: Modem connections‘Modem connection’ is used in combination with telephone modems.

Fig. 61 Modem connection

Device : The apparatus that is used to establish a connection. Only apparatus that are installed at the server are shown here.Call in : Connection can be used for incoming messages.Call out : Connection can be used for outgoing messages.GSM modem/mobile phone : Select this one in case the modem communicates via the GSM network. Log communication session : Create debug file of all communication sessions.

7.4.5.2 Type: Modem pool‘Modem pool’ is meant for communication between VASP and multiple controllers. ‘Modem pool’ is a number of modems that can be used in case multiple connections are needed simultaneously. VASP selects automatically a free modem connection and enables it for the concerning connection.The modem is released again when communication is finished. In this way all modems can be used what makes it possible for VASP to communicate with multiple controllers simultaneously.

Fig. 62 Modem pool

Device : Select the modems that belong to the modem pool.

Outgoing traffic

Outgoing connections have higher priority!

Configer first

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7.4.5.3 Type: Direct cable connection‘Direct cable connection’ can be used in situations where VASP is connected with controller directly via serial connection.

Fig. 63 Direct cable connection

Device : Select an available serial port (COM1 etc.).

7.4.5.4 Type: GPRS UDP & GPRS TCP‘GPRS UDP’ and ‘GPRS TCP’ is used with connections via a LAN network. The choice between UDP and TCP depends on the used communication protocol at the controller.

Fig. 64 GPRS connection

IP address : Network address.Port : Used port.

Use com port once

Always use a com port only once.Multiple direct cable connections with the same COM port will lead to communication problems.

IP address & port

Consult your system administrator for details about IP address and port number.

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7.4.6 Edit connection - Dial

With some connections it is possible to set separate communication parameters.

Fig. 65 Edit connection


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7.5 Subtab Controllers

Fig. 66 Controllers

The list shows all controllers that have been configured already. To be able to add a controller it is necessary to have minimal one connection and group (contains one or more message services) configured. It is also possible to add or change connections, alarm messages and groups afterwards.

7.5.1 Add a controller

1. Select tab ‘Configuration’.2. Select ‘Controllers’.

Window ‘Controllers’ is displayed.3. Select with right mouse button within the window and select ‘New...’.

Fig. 67 Change controller

Name : Choose a logic name for the controller.

Type : Type of controller (only PROBA is possible here).

Connection : Type of available connection that is used. See “1.3 Subtab Connections” on page 53.

IP Address : IP address of controller.

Port : Port number that is used at IP address.

Unit number : Some controllers are using the same IP address. In this case each controller should have it own unit number

Page : The page on which the controller should appear.

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Cell : On which position on the page the controller should appear.

Registration time : The default time on which a registration call should be carried out.

Save and close : Save the entered data and close the screen.

Save and next : Save the entered data and add a next controller.

Cancel : Cancel all modifications made on the screen

7.5.2 Delete a controller


Window ‘Controllers’ is displayed.3. Select with right mouse button within the window and select ‘Delete...’.4. Confirm with ‘Yes’.

7.5.3 Change a controller


Window ‘Controller’ is shown.3. Select with right mouse button within the window and select ‘Edit…’.

Edit controller

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7.6 Sub tab duty schedules

A duty schedule shows the moment that the controller is on duty or off duty. A duty schedule is coupled with alarm messages. Depending if the controller is on duty or off duty these alarm messages are sent to a coupled group.

With multiple duty schedules it is possible to couple each alarm message to a certain duty schedule, and with that to a coupled group.

7.6.1 Add a duty schedule

1. Select tab ‘Configuration’.2. Select ‘Duty schedules’ in left menu.

Press right mouse button and select ‘New’. The window ‘Duty schedule’ is shown.

3. Change the properties and confirm with ‘OK’.

Fig. 68 Duty scheduleName : Free to choose name for duty scheduler.On duty / off duty : Set for each day the moment that the system is on duty and off duty.

7.6.2 Change a duty schedule

1. Select tab ‘Configuration’.2. Select ‘Duty schedules’ in left menu.

The window ‘Duty schedule’ is shown.3. Select the handle left of the duty schedule that you want to change.

The properties of the duty schedule is shown now.4. Select the times that need changed and adjust on duty and/or off duty.

Fig. 69 Change duty schedule

Duty schedules

See also page 67 for intended use of duty schedule.

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7.7 Subtab Tasks

Adjust here the tasks that need to be executed automatically by VASP.

Fig. 70 Tasks

7.7.1 Task types

Next tasks are available:

Fig. 71 Available tasks

7.7.1.1 ScheduleThe schedule system is the same for all tasks.

Fig. 72 Task schedule

Start time : Time and date the task is executed for the first time.

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Daily : Enter the number of days until the task is executed again.

Weekly : Enter the number of weeks and the day in that week until the task is executed again.

Monthly : Enter the day of the month when the action is executed once.

Once : The task is executed once at the ‘Start time’.

Other : Enter the interval (minutes and hours) between two executions of the task.

End date : Last day that task is executed. Do not use if no end date is available.

7.7.1.2 Task: Check call

Fig. 73 Task: check call

VASP tries to connect to selected controllers for a short time. An alarm message is generated if the connection has failed, even after retries.

tab Schedule

See “7.7.1.1 Schedule” on page 57 for explanation of tab: Schedule.

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7.7.1.3 Task: Registration call

Fig. 74 Task: registration call

7.7.1.3.1 Tab: Controllers

This task tries to contact the selected controllers like previous task. As soon as the connection is active all registration data is read and placed in a central database.An alarm message is generated if the connection has failed, even after retries.

7.7.1.4 Task: Backup

Fig. 75 Task: Backup

7.7.1.4.1 Tab: Settings

All database files in VASP are copied for backup. Use such a backup in case of system failure.

The user determines where the copy is located.For example: C:\vasp\database\backup\.

Repeated call

The number of retries to contact a controller is set at general settings.See “7.12.1 Connection” on page 74 .

tab Schedule


tab Schedule


How often backup?

The best interval between two backups depends on the situation.Consult your supplier.


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7.7.1.5 Task: Archive databases

Fig. 76 Task: archive databases


It is possible to archive several parts of the VASP system:

• Alarmhistory,annuallyadvised.• Logbook,monthlyadvised.• Registrationdata.

All data is default saved in the VASP archive directory and deleted from the current database.

tab Schedule


Database speed

Regularly archiving data that does not need to be available directly will increase the speed of the databases.

Archive

Only the last chosen archive directory is read.

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7.7.1.6 Task: Export alarm history

Fig. 77 Task: export alarm history


Select the controllers from which the alarm history has to be exported. If necessary make multiple export tasks to group controllers in the resulting overview.


• Selectafileformatoftheexportedfile.Acsv(commaseparatedvalues)fileisthe most flexible format.

• Selectalocationwherethedatashouldbestored. For example: C:\vasp\documents\alarms\

• Chooseclearfilenamesthatgiveagooddescriptionofthegroupofcontrollers. The right extension is added automatically by VASP, For example ‘.csv’.

• Select‘adddateandtimetofilename’topreventoverwritinganexistingfile with the same name.

• Select‘Allcontrollersinonefile’togetallcontrollersinoneoverview.Theselection at tab ‘controllers’ is ignored now, and the tab ‘Controllers’ is also disabled.

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7.7.1.7 Task: Export registration data

Fig. 78 Task: Export registration data

7.7.1.7.1 Tab Profile

Select a controller from which the data should be exported. After this the available profiles are shown.Select the desired profile.

7.7.1.7.2 Tab: Export settings

Fig. 79 Export properties

Select the period that should be exported.

Scheduled task: Data is exported at the moment of the task. Period depends on the settings under tab ‘Schedule’.

All: All data from the current database is exported. Already archived data is not exported now!.

Last sample: Last measurement in the table is exported. Is used in case of day values.

Using original data: All available data witin selected period is exported.

Use the following sample rate: Only data with given interval is exported.

Add profile

See “6.1.1 Edit (new) profile” on page 31 for adding a new profile.

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Fig. 80 Task properties

Select a location where the data should be saved.For example: C:\vasp\documents\csv\

Select ‘add date and time to file name’ to prevent overwriting an existing file with the same name.

7.7.1.8 Task: Export report

Fig. 81 Export report


Select a controller from which the report should be generated. Select only one controller here.

It is possible to generate report about multiple controllers. This is stored in the template of the concerning report.

Crystal Reports XI

To generate reports install the program Crystal Reports release 11 at the same system where VASP is installed.

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7.7.1.8.2 Tab: Report

Select in the list a report template that is stored in directory \reports\ .Select at ‘Export to’ if the report has to be saved as file or sent to printer.

Option : to file Select at ‘Export as’ the desired file format; Microsoft Word document

(DOC), Adobe Portable Doc Format (PDF) or Text (CSV).

Choose a location where the data is saved. For example: C:\vasp\www\documents\report\.

Select ‘Add date and time to file name’ to prevent overwriting an existing file with the same name.

Option : Report to printer Select at ‘Export to’ the right printer from the list with available printers.

Printers are only visible if they are installed under WIndows.

7.7.1.9 Task: Print status reportOnly in combination with Proba’s

7.7.1.10 Task: Backup parameters

Fig. 82 backup parameters

A backup from the parameters can be made. If a backup is available, the backup value will be shown in the parameter list. If a value doesn’t correspont with the backup value, the value will be yellow. It is possible to restore the backup value to the controller.

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7.8 Subtab Alarms All alarm messages (urgent and not urgent) are listed here for each controller. It is possible to set for each alarm message how and to who the message should be sent.

The numbering corresponds with the numbering in the controller. Therefore, only change the text.

Fig. 83 Alarms

7.8.1 Show possible alarms

Fig. 84 Select controller

1. Select tab ‘Configuration’.2. Select ‘Alarms’ in left menu.

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7.8.2 Add and change alarm message

Fig. 85 Edit alarms

1. Be sure to display the alarms of the right controller (see previous paragraph).

2. Select the alarm messages that you want to change (in case of new alarm it does not matter which one you select) and press right mouse button.

3. Select ‘New’, ‘Edit’ or ‘Remove’. 4. Confirm in case of removing.

In case of ‘New’ and ‘Edit’ the settings of the concerning alarm are displayed (see “1.7.2.2 Tab General” on page 67).

7.8.2.1 Import & Export

Fig. 86 Import INI file

The alarms are imported from an ini file, or exported to an ini file. Confirm this action after selecting ‘Import’ or ‘Export’. File names are standard and can not be changed.

INI file

An INI text file is a standard file format of WIndows to exchange application data.

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7.8.2.2 Tab General

Fig. 87 Alarm message

Number : Number that is used by concerning controller.Alarm text : Text that is used for display.Urgent : Select if the message is urgent.Not Urgent : Select if the message is not urgent. Select if necessary another existing alarm message to change the alarm message from not urgent to urgent.Warning : Select if there is no messaging necessary to a group.Duty schedule : Select a duty schedule for communicating not urgent alarm messages.On duty : Select group in case the controller is on duty.Off duty : Select group in case the controller is off duty.

7.8.2.3 Tab Instruction

Fig. 88 Alarm message instruction

Instruction : Enter here explanatory text with possible instructions for operator to solve the problem.

Watch instructions

Select an alarm message with right mouse button and select ‘Instruction’.


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7.8.2.4 Presented data

Fig. 89 Select presented data

Select the column header with right mouse button to select which information is displayed in the list.

Alarm text : Text as it is displayed.Class : Urgency.Duty schedule : Selected duty schedule.On duty : Selected group when on duty. Off duty : Selected group when off duty.

7.9 Subtab Causes

Here all causes are displayed for each controller. It is possible to add or edit causes later on. However, changing a cause will affect all previous alarm messages also. The changed cause will also be assigned to them.

Fig. 90 Causes

7.9.1 Show possible causes

1. Select tab ‘Configuration’.2. Select ‘Causes’ in left menu.

The window ‘Cause’ is shown.3. Select the desired controller from the list.

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7.9.2 Add & change causes

Fig. 91 Edit cause

1. Show the causes with the desired controller (see previous paragraph).2. Select the cause that needs to be changed (with new cause it does not

matter which cause is selected) and press right mouse button. 3. Select ‘New’, ‘Edit’ or ‘Delete’. 4. Confirm in case of deleting

Change the text in case of ‘New’ and ‘Edit’. Each new cause is added at the bottom of the list.

Fig. 92 Cause text


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7.10 Subtab Subscriptions

All subscriptions are displayed here that are needed for the different connections. Most of the time these are SMS services.

Fig. 93 Subscriptions

Protocol

A widely used protocol in combination with SMS is SMPP.

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7.10.1 Add & edit subscription

1. Select tab ‘Configuration’.2. Select ‘Subscriptions’ in left menu.

The window with subscriptions is shown.3. Select the subscriptions that needs to be changed (with new one it does

not matter which one is selected) and press right mouse button. 4. Select ‘New’, ‘Edit’ or ‘Delete’.

Fig. 94 Edit subscription

Name : Name of the subscription in the subscription list.IP Address : IP address of the SMTP server for outgoing messages Port : Port number at server for outgoing Email messages.

Normally this is port number 25.Username : Name of SMTP server.Password : Password for SMTP server.Confirm password : Enter password again.E-mail address : This address is shown in E-mail as sender.

The E-mail should have the format no-reply@bedrijf. For example: [email protected].

This name is displayed in the position where the messages are sent.

Protocol : Protocol that belongs to the connection. Consult your subscription provider or system administrator if necessary.

SMTP server

Consult your internet provider or LAN administrator for necessary settings.

Protocol

A widely used protocol in combination with SMS is SMPP.


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7.11 Subtab holiday planner

With the calendar it is possible to designate days as holiday. During holiday VASP reacts in the same way as during off duty irrespective of the duty scheduler.

Fig. 95 Calendar for holiday planner

Calendar

The calendar shows the current month as first month and the next 12 months.

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7.11.1 Mark holiday

1. Select tab ‘Configuration’.2. Select ‘Holiday planner’ in left menu.

The window ‘Holiday planner’ is shown.3. Click once at the concerning days to set these to ‘Holiday’.

(blue with white text) Click once at the concerning days to set these to ‘Normal day’. (white with blue text) Click double at concerning days to set a part of the day.

Blue with white text : marked as holiday. Red border : current date.

Fig. 96 Selecting days in holiday planner

Calendar

The calendar shows the current month as first month and the next 12 months.


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7.12 Subtab OptionsThis tab is used for properties of connections and alarm messages. It is only possible to change these properties with the right privileges.

7.12.1 Connection

Fig. 97 Connection options

Number of times to attempt connection. If there is still no connection after this number of retries an alarm message is generated.

Number of seconds to wait between attempts This time depends on the type of connection.

To access an outside line, dial Needed in case of a company call centre (exchange).

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7.12.2 Alarm

Fig. 98 Alarm options

Normally all alarm messages are only shown at the screen. However, it is also possible to print the messages or send them to another VASP main station.

7.12.2.1 Another main stationSend alarms to another VASP main station. Select this option in case all messages should appear on another VASP main station.Phone number

Phone number of the other VASP main station.Modem Select the modem at the server that is used for this connection.

7.12.2.2 CausesAssign cause automatically after ... days. After this period the cause ‘Automatically assigned’ is assigned to the concerning alarm message. This prevents VASP getting slower in case there are not assigned

causes for a longer time.


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7.12.3 Sound

Fig. 99 Sound configuration

Use this tab to select the sound that is played in case of a new alarm.

7.12.3.1 Sound signalPlay sound on new alarm alarm. Activates a sound once at every new alarm.

Repeat sound until manual acknowledged. The alarm signal is activated until the alarm is acknowledged or until the -button is selected with the mouse.

7.12.3.2 Mainstation settings

These settings are only active in case the main station is used in a stand alone situation.

Speaker Select this if the standard sound is used via the PC speaker.

Sound card Select this if the sound is played via the (already) installed sound

card. Select also a sound file that is used.

Sound file Select a sound file (WAV file) that is played with each new alarm. Use the -button to select the file somewhere else at the computer.

7.13 Subtab Programs

Programs are only used at Proba controllers. See the Proba manual for using the programs.

Sound at cliënt/server

In case of a client/server situation a default sound file is available at the server.Changes are only possible at the server. Contact your system administrator or supplier if you want to change the sound file.

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7.14 Subtab Batches

Fig. 100 Batches configuration

Data is always logged with an unique batch number.

Use ripe cycle Start and stop logging according the ripe cycles.

Use batch database Start and stop logging manually and store in a database.

Automatic batch numbering The system selects an automatic number for batch

identification.

Show first field on proba Select if the first variable should be displayed at PROBA

controller.

Batch number prefix Characters that are put in front of the batch name.

Right top window Variables that are shown in main screen during ripening.

Right lower window Selection of variables that are recorded during ripening.

7.15 Subtab Status reportStatus reports are only used for Proba’s.See the Proba manual for details regarding the status reports.


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8 Tab Service

This tab can only be selected when logged in with the right privileges.

8.1 Subtab VersionVersion information of all VASP software parts is listed here.

Fig. 101 Service - installed software

8.2 Subtab Users All users that are logged in are listed here.

Fig. 102 Service - users that are logged in

Period


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8.3 Subtab Logbook

Fig. 103 Service - Logbook

All urgent and not urgent messages that occurred within selected period are listed here.This includes all actions done in the browser. In this way you can see afterwards what everyone has done.

8.4 Subtab Scheduled tasks

Fig. 104 Service - Scheduled tasks

All automatically executed tasks are listed here with the moment they are executed.

VASP contains some automatic system tasks. These are listed here also.

Period


Urgent / not urgent

Urgent message: Event that did not went as expected. Action is required.

Not urgent message: General event in system. No action required.

Order

Select column header to sort the selected column.

Your own automatic tasks

You can adjust your own automatic tasks.See also “7.7 Subtab Tasks” on page 57 .


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8.5 Subtab Test message All users that are logged in are listed here.

Fig. 105 Service - Test message

The test message is meant to test the paging service as configured with the users (“§9.1 Subtab Users” on page 83).Furthermore this is a quick way to send single messages to persons with a configured paging service.

1. Select a paging service.

2. Enter a text at ‘Message’.

3. Select ‘Send’. The message is sent.

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8.6 Subtab Parameters

Fig. 106 Service - Parameters

8.6.1 Changing parametersEach controller contains several parameters. With this tab it is possible to read and load selected parameters from and to individual controllers.

1. Select tab ‘Service’.2. Select ‘Parameters’ in left menu.3. Select an available controller in left heading.4. Select a parameter set at right heading.5. Change parameters if necessary. Select a value with left mouse button and

select available new value from pull down menu.6. Select ‘Send’ to send this complete set with parameters.

Select ‘ Send selected’ to send only the selected parameters. In that case select the parameter first (use <Ctrl> key to select multiple parameters).

7. Select the controller(s) to which the parameters should be sent.

Fig. 107 Select target controller

Parameters

For normal use it is only possible to change or see the parameter set ‘Adjustments front’.

See separate installation manual for other parameter details.


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8.6.2 Export parametersParameters can be stored in a parameter file.The file can be used to import the parameters in a controller in another plant or to store them in a save place.To store the parameters, click on ‘Export’. A location for the file can ben entered.

Fig. 108 parameters export

8.6.3 Imort parametersIf a saved file should be opened, just click on ‘Import’ and choose the right file to open. If a file has been opened, it can be send to the right controller in the same way as the parameters are send if they are modified.

Fig. 109 parameters import

8.6.4 Parameters backup

If a backup from the parameters is available, the latest date of the backup is shown at the top of the screen.To show the backup values, the colomn with the backup values should be add to the parameters list. To do this, just right click on the colomn headers and check the ‘Backup value’.

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Fig. 110 Parameter list with backup values

If a backup values is not equeal to the actual value, the backup value will be yellow. Because of this, it is very ease easy to see the difference.To restore the backup value, just right click on the backup value and choose the option you want. You can only restore one value or all the changed values at once.

Fig. 111 Restore parameters


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Fig. 1 Login screen 12Fig. 2 Main screen with user information 13Fig. 3 Sections in main screen 14Fig. 4 Alarm screen 16Fig. 5 Alarm window 17Fig. 6 Alarm handling 18Fig. 7 Options with right mouse button 19Fig. 8 Report 19Fig. 9 Columns 20Fig. 10 Column sorting 20Fig. 11 Moving columns 20Fig. 12 Change column width 20Fig. 13 Selection of visible columns 21Fig. 14 Pre-defined values 21Fig. 15 Selection periods 22Fig. 16 Zooming in and out from the middle point of the graph 23Fig. 17 Label in graph 23Fig. 18 Straight line between measured values 24Fig. 19 Horizontal time scale based on smallest time unit 24Fig. 20 Incomplete graph 25Fig. 21 Progress of loading of data 25Fig. 22 Partly loaded data is presented 25Fig. 23 Overview 26Fig. 24 Different views of a controller 26Fig. 25 Change view 27Fig. 26 Move cell 27Fig. 27 Tab List 28Fig. 28 Column view 28Fig. 29 Save view 28Fig. 30 Actual alarms 29Fig. 31 Alarm history 29Fig. 32 Alarms statistics 30Fig. 33 Causes statistics 30Fig. 34 Registration-registration selection 31Fig. 35 Profile selection 31Fig. 36 Setting profile 32Fig. 37 Y-axis properties 33Fig. 38 Controller selection 34Fig. 39 Profile selection 34Fig. 40 Table 35Fig. 41 Example of a report 38Fig. 42 Dataset info 39Fig. 43 Subtab Batch selection 40Fig. 44 Batch information 40Fig. 45 Batch user actions 40

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Fig. 46 Batch alarms 40Fig. 47 Batch program 41Fig. 48 Batch logs 41Fig. 49 Batch setpoints 41Fig. 50 Configuration-user roles 42Fig. 51 Privileges 42Fig. 52 Configuration-users selection 44Fig. 53 Select user 44Fig. 54 General user settings 45Fig. 55 Controllers 46Fig. 56 Automatic logoff 47Fig. 57 Message service 47Fig. 58 Groups 48Fig. 59 Connections 49Fig. 60 Adjusting connections 50Fig. 61 Modem connection 51Fig. 62 Modem pool 51Fig. 63 Direct cable connection 52Fig. 64 GPRS connection 52Fig. 65 Edit connection 53Fig. 66 Controllers 54Fig. 67 Change controller 54Fig. 68 Duty schedule 56Fig. 69 Change duty schedule 56Fig. 70 Tasks 57Fig. 71 Available tasks 57Fig. 72 Task schedule 57Fig. 73 Task: check call 58Fig. 74 Task: registration call 59Fig. 75 Task: Backup 59Fig. 76 Task: archive databases 60Fig. 77 Task: export alarm history 61Fig. 78 Task: Export registration data 62Fig. 79 Export properties 62Fig. 80 Task properties 63Fig. 81 Export report 63Fig. 82 backup parameters 64Fig. 83 Alarms 65Fig. 84 Select controller 65Fig. 85 Edit alarms 66Fig. 86 Import INI file 66Fig. 87 Alarm message 67Fig. 88 Alarm message instruction 67Fig. 89 Select presented data 68Fig. 90 Causes 68Fig. 91 Edit cause 69Fig. 92 Cause text 69Fig. 93 Subscriptions 70Fig. 94 Edit subscription 71Fig. 95 Calendar for holiday planner 72


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Fig. 96 Selecting days in holiday planner 73Fig. 97 Connection options 74Fig. 98 Alarm options 75Fig. 99 Sound configuration 76Fig. 100 Batches configuration 77Fig. 101 Service - installed software 78Fig. 102 Service - users that are logged in 78Fig. 103 Service - Logbook 79Fig. 104 Service - Scheduled tasks 79Fig. 105 Service - Test message 80Fig. 106 Service - Parameters 81Fig. 107 Select target controller 81Fig. 108 parameters export 82Fig. 109 parameters import 82Fig. 110 Parameter list with backup values 83Fig. 111 Restore parameters 83

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