Introduction

LCD Button Panels (LBP) are remote panels specifically designed for use with vsmStudio. The panels can be configured to meet every production environment’s requirement. A Single Destination, a Multiple Destination, a XY configuration or a combination of those alternatives is possible. The hardware panels provide multiple pages like the virtual panels. With the vsmStudio panel editor, LBP panels can be configured online or offline where online changes will be displayed in real-time.

The panels are connected to the vsmStudio control system via TCP/IP. The function possibilities of the LBP-series are manifold, for example they can perform routing, control devices - or signal parameters. Secondary functions enable multiple actions at one button push. With the aid of the panel editor of the vsmStudio software several panels can virtually be combined to one big panel. These features allow the implementation of every operating philosophy.

Each LBP-button integrates a Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) with R/G/B backlight enabling the operator to arrange any possible combination of functions, sources and targets across different pages. In addition to the Ethernet port every LBP provides two GPIs and two GPOs and an RS422 port (RS422 for external accessories only). The hardware panels are mounted into a solid steel coil coated housing and can be integrated into every production environment.

The LBP-panels are available in a variety of different sizes and optionally for LBP-series only with one incremental encoder instead of one LCD-button. Additionally, a 1RU incremental encoder stripe with 17 rotary encoders or an RFID Tag Reader-box can be connected through the RS422 port of each LBP-panel. All panels are to be powered by an external capsulated 12Volts DC stabilized power supply with a maximum of 3% Voltage discrepancy, a minimum current capability of 5A and external short-circuit-protection (fuse, circuit breaker or electronic short circuit-protection within the power supply).

Features

• Software configurable buttons
• Each button capable of performing single or multiple functions simultaneously
• Each panel can be configured as “single destination”, “multiple destinations”, “XY” panel or any combination of these variations
• Every LBP has two low power GPIs and GPOs
• For LBP, an optional incremental encoder can be added for e.g. parameter entry
• Every LBP is equipped with Ethernet interface
• Button functions include: select sources or targets, GPI control, parameter control, macros, go-to, take, lock, enable, escape, shift and many more
• Every LBP enables offline and online configuration. All online changes occur in ‘real-time’ which eliminates downtime
• Selected LBP without incremental encoder provides the option of being used as a “stand-alone” or “fall-back” panel to directly control a router without any router control system (SNAP-panel)
• One optional 1RU encoder-stripe with 17 incremental rotary encoders can be connected directly to each LBP via RS422, if no RFID Tag reader is used
• Full colour R/G/B backlight at the LBP’s allows the choice of multiple colours for button illumination.

Technical Specifications

LBP Panels with E3 pushbuttons

vsmLBP 8

vsmLBP 17

vsmLBP 16e

vsmLBP 24

vsmLBP 32

vsmLBP 32-DT

vsmLBP 31e-DT

vsmLBP 34

vsmLBP 33e

vsmLBP 51

vsmLBP 50e

vsmLBP 17x2

vsmLBP 34V

vsmLBP 39V

vsmLBP 51V

LBP Panels with NKK pushbuttons

vsmLBP 42

vsmLBP 41e

vsmLBP 84

vsmLBP 83e

Status LEDs

Rearview

Buttons

LCD-Pushbuttons [E3]

Each pushbutton “SL 6432” made by “E3” has a mechanical size of (X x Y) 24.5mm x 23.5mm with a screen size (X x Y) of 17.26mm x 12.14mm. The resolution is (X x Y) 64x32 pixel with a pixel-dot-size of (X x Y) 0.25mm x 0.36mm.

The LCD backlight colour is R/G/B, so basically all colours desired can be used.

The key stroke of the tactile buttons is about 2.0mm +/-0.1mm using an operation force of approximately 1.3N +/-0.2N. Button-spacing of LBP-panel is (X x Y) 25,4mm x 24,13mm.

All E3-buttons are placed on the PCB by sockets, so they can easily be exchanged, if damaged or worn out. The buttons can even be exchanged without powering down the LBP-panel. After replacing the button without power-down, it might take view minutes until the button shows the right backlight colour as well as the desired button-label on the LCD.

LCD-Pushbuttons [NKK]

Each compact LCD pushbutton “IS15DSBFP4RGB” made by “NKK” has a mechanical size of (X x Y) 19mm x 18mm with a screen size (X x Y) of 12.78mm x 8.3mm. The resolution is (X x Y) 64x32 pixel with a pixel-dot-size of (X x Y) 0.18mm x 0.24mm.

The LCD backlight colour is R/G/B, so basically all colours desired can be used.

The key stroke of the tactile buttons is about 1.8mm +/-0.1mm using an operation force of approximately 1.7N +/-0.5N. Button-spacing of LBP-panel is (X x Y) 20,32mm x 19,05mm.

Power Connectors and Wiring

Phoenix MC 1,5/ 4-STF-3,81

Connector for 12 V DC-supply: 4-Pin connector (MC 1,5/ 4-STF-3,81) locked with two screws, mounted on power-supplies delivered with each LBP panel except for vsmLBP 31e-DT/ vsmLBP32-DT.

Alternative connector (desktop panels only) for 12 V DC supply: 4-pin Hirose HR10A-7P-4P locked bayonet joint compact connector for better cable traction relief, mounted on power-supplies delivered with each LBP 31e-DT/ LBP32-DT panel.

Power Supply

GPI/O Interface and Wiring

Connector for rear GPI/O interface: 8-Pin connector locked with two screws (MC 1,5/ 8-STF-3,81)

Separate plug not included for standard LBP delivery.
Each LBP panel features two dry relays-outputs and 2 opto-coupled TTL-inputs.

The built-in GPI inputs follow PS1 (electrical power source class1).
The GPI input will not allow power to exceed 1W by the device itself.

• Open circuit voltage GPI input: approx. 3,8V DC, max. 5V DC
• Short circuit current GPI input: approx. 8mA
• Loaded circuit current with externally 5V (PS1) supplied: approx. 12mA

GPI - General Purpose Input

This Interface is a small signal interface only,  and uses same ground potential.

The GPI DC TTL Inputs are able to “set” a readable input by either shorting the input to ground, or by supplying any 5 VDC-voltage and undershooting 2,3 VDC respective to ground.
We suggest using the separate stand-alone vsmGPIO-unit for switching higher current or reading inputs up to 12VDC.

Cette interface n'est qu'une interface basse tension, faible courant.

Les entrées GPI DC TTL sont capables de "régler" une entrée lisible soit en court-circuitant l'entrée à la terre, soit en fournissant une tension de 5 V DC et une sous-tension de 2,3 V DC respectivement à la terre.
Nous suggérons d'utiliser l'unité autonome séparée vsmGPIO pour commuter un courant plus élevé ou lire des entrées jusqu'à 12 V DC.

Possible GPI Input wiring and control options

GPO - General Purpose Output

The GPO "outputs" are dry relay contacts. They are internally not connected to any supply or ground. The user has to provide an external power source that follow the PS1-rules (b-IEC 62368-1) for usage.

Les GPO « sorties » sont des contacts de relais secs. Ils ne sont connectés en interne à aucune alimentation ou terre. L’utilisateur doit fournir une source d’alimentation externe qui suit les règles PS1 (norme b-IEC 62368-1) pour l’utilisation.

GPO contact-wiring “dry relay output”

Serial Interface and Wiring

Connector for data drive for external accessories

• 1 x RS422 via RJ45 connector
• 1 x RS422 (loop through) via RJ45 connector
• Serial Baud Rate will be configured automatically by the device to 115200 Baud

RS422 is a differential signal transfer. Each Tx and each Rx line has both a positive and a negative pole, therefore it is absolutely necessary to use a twisted pair cable. External accessory connections can easily be done by preconfigured standard shielded network cable (CAT5 or higher standard). To avoid potential difference between devices, shielded cable and shielded plugs with ground potential on both sides must be used. (Metalized plug-covers of RJ-45-plugs to touch ground-flange of RJ-45 connectors). Wrong wiring, wrong cables, wrong use of twisted pair and non-shielded traces lead to short working distances. Bad connection at one of the core in twisted pair traces may lead to a working unit, which seems to be working fine, but sometimes loses connection or showing strange behaviour. Always use a cable-tester before installing vsmGear-products to make sure, that there will be no unsuspected trouble with connected devices. Also check proper wiring of wire-shield-traces. We recommend RS422 traces via shielded twisted pair cable not to exceed 100m (328 feet) in total length.

Ethernet Interface and Wiring

Ethernet Communication Port to vsmStudio

This interface is used as the ethernet communication port to vsmStudio. It is understood that for proper operation each LBP panel is connected to an Ethernet-switch where the individual port of the switch must be set to “Auto-Negotiation”.

Port de communication Ethernet vers vsmStudio

Cette interface est utilisée comme port de communication Ethernet vers vsmStudio. Il est entendu que pour un fonctionnement correct, chaque LBP est connectée à un switch Ethernet dont le port individuel est réglé sur "Auto-négociation".

• NC: no connection; do not connect to any signal or supply
• Only use shielded CAT5 (or higher standard) -specified networkable. Refer to TIA-568A or TIA-568B for wiring.
• Do not use cable-traces longer than 100m (328ft) between the device and network-switch for 100BASE-T communication.
• Make sure to keep to wiring standards and use shielded RJ45-plugs for shielded cable on both ends of the line.

Getting Ready for Operation

On startup all LBP Panels show the same device information on the first 6 buttons:

• Device Monitor
• Firmware Version
• Panel ID
• IP Address
• MAC Address.

If the device has no physical link to the network, it will show “no network” status below the IP Address. Thus there are no rotary hex encoders on the rear side of the device to configure the Panel ID, a long press on the Panel ID button will switch to a Panel ID configuration screen as long the device is not connected to any vsmStudio.

All Lawo devices will be shipped with DHCP enabled network configuration. If you don’t have a DHCP network ask your administrator for static network settings and edit the “Network” section if required.

Do the following settings in VSM Discover  :

In vsmDiscover, press the “Apply” button in vsmDiscover if you are sure you have entered the settings correctly. The device will automatically perform a reboot to apply the network configuration.

To connect the device to vsmStudio, edit the Server 1 - 4 and Panel ID in the “Application” section. There is also a possibility to connect an external serial device like an ENC17 or a RF-ID-Tag Reader. Please use the “Option: External Encoder” or “Option: RFID” field to enable this feature. A software reset is necessary for proper working external serial interface. Additional information can be found at VSM-LBP Accessories User Manual.

The Location and Comment fields in the “Misc” section can be set to easily allocate the device in your environment.

Additional read-only status and device information from vsmDiscover: