Datastick Systems Introduces the First PDA-based Vibration Spectrum Analyzer to Use Standard Off-the-Shelf ICP(R)-type Piezoelectric Accelerometers for Machine Diagnostics and Predictive Maintenance.CAMPBELL, Calif. -- Datastick Systems, Inc. --Easy-to-Use System Includes New Datastick VSA-1212 Module That Attaches to Palm Powered PDAs, New Datastick Spectrum Handheld Software, and New Excel-based Datastick Reporting System for VSA VSA (in New Zealand) Voluntary Service Abroad Software for the PC Datastick Systems, Inc., today introduced the VSA-1212 Vibration Spectrum Analyzer A hardware device or software used to examine the frequency and power components of a signal. It provides more information than an oscilloscope, because it can display the signals over a range of frequencies. , the first PDA-based vibration analyzer to use standard, off-the-shelf ICP (1) (Internet Cache Protocol) A protocol used by one proxy server to query another for a cached Web page without having to go to the Internet to retrieve it. See CARP and proxy server. (R)-type piezoelectric The property of certain crystals that causes them to produce voltage when a mechanical pressure is applied to them such as sound vibrations. This technique is used to build crystal microphones, phonograph cartridges and strain gauges, all of which turn mechanical movement into voltage. accelerometers for machine condition monitoring Condition monitoring is the process of monitoring a parameter of condition in machinery, such that a significant change is indicative of a developing failure. It is a major component of predictive maintenance. , predictive maintenance, and routine troubleshooting, it was announced by Michael Scandling, Vice President of Marketing, at the International Maintenance Show (IMC (Internet Mail Consortium, Santa Cruz, CA, www.imc.org) An industry trade association founded in 1996 by Paul Hoffman and Dave Crocker that promotes Internet e-mail standards and features. ) in Tampa, Florida. The system includes the new Datastick(R) VSA-1212 Vibration Spectrum Analyzer module that attaches securely to select PDAs running Palm OS; new Datastick Spectrum handheld software that collects vibration measurements and displays them in time waveforms and FFT (Fast Fourier Transform) A class of algorithms used in digital signal processing that break down complex signals into elementary components. FFT - Fast Fourier Transform spectra complete with alarm levels; and Datastick Reporting System(TM) (DRS DRS Drives (street suffix) DRS Dispute Resolution Service DRS Doctorandus DRS Department of Rehabilitative Services DRS Direct Registration System (securities) DRS Department of Rehabilitation Services ) software that receives the data from the handheld into a special VSA Microsoft(R) Excel(R) workbook on the PC with two mouse-clicks. Measurement data is collected, viewed, analyzed, and stored on the PDA (Personal Digital Assistant) A handheld computer for managing contacts, appointments and tasks. It typically includes a name and address database, calendar, to-do list and note taker, which are the functions in a personal information manager (see PIM). and then exported to the desktop PC for viewing, further analysis, trending, reporting, storage, and publishing to the enterprise and the web. When combined with an off-the-shelf ICP-type accelerometer accelerometer Instrument that measures acceleration. Because it is difficult to measure acceleration directly, the device measures the force exerted by restraints placed on a reference mass to hold its position fixed in an accelerating body. , a Palm Powered(R) PDA and Microsoft Excel software, the VSA-1212 is a complete hardware and software system for vibration analysis for predictive maintenance. "The VSA-1212 has been designed from the ground up to accomplish 80 percent of the tasks of vibration measurement collection and analysis that most users perform on a routine basis -- at an attractive total cost of ownership, especially since they can leverage their existing investment in ICP-type sensors." said Scandling. "It's entirely practical -- you don't need a Ferrari to go the grocery store." The Spectrum main display provides all the important information needed in one comprehensive view so the user doesn't have to hunt through a maze of windows. Cursor-position readouts show specific values when the user touches a point with the handheld computer's stylus. Setup and execution of inspection routes is easy; reloadable configurations allow changing input and display parameters instantly and permit every inspection point to be named as an individual configuration. The handheld data exports easily to Datastick Reporting System PC software, which sorts by configuration to allow machine histories to be built for trending. "With the VSA-1212, users can enjoy the exceptional portability and versatility of a PDA-based system while using their standard, off-the-shelf ICP-type sensors," said Steve Sabram, Datastick Chief Technology Officer and President. "Our product capitalizes on the versatility and broad functionality of the PDA in its design. For example, with the exclusive Take Notes feature, the user can add his own on-site observations to the recorded data." Up to 22 MB of recorded waveform and spectrum data can be stored in the recommended Garmin(R) iQue(R) 3200 or 3600 handheld computer, enough to store data from more than 1,000 inspection checkpoints. There are 6 selectable windowing For Northcoast Where we call someone over and then roll our window up on them. Bassline preference. For Example: "Hey, Andi." *insert window being rolled up* "HAHAHA. options and 12 selectable frequency bandwidth options. The user can use the alarms levels from ISO standards, or set his own. Industry-standard BNC connectors connect with industrial-grade accelerometers, and a ruggedized case is available for the system. "A wealth of PDA software includes spreadsheets and word processing programs, and if the user selects a Garmin handheld, he can track GPS locations in a separate program," said Scandling. "For added functionality, a user can detach the VSA module from the PDA, attach a Datastick module for data acquisition, attach sensors for temperature, pressure, humidity, and other factors, and have an entirely new instrument." The VSA-1212 supports these handhelds: Palm(R) Tungsten(TM) T, T2, T3, C, Palm m-500 series, Garmin iQue 3200, and Garmin iQue 3600. Datastick Systems, Inc., designs and develops cost-effective handheld test and measurement software and hardware for a broad range of industrial, research, environmental, and scientific markets. Datastick developed the first general-purpose data acquisition hardware and software system for the Palm platform. Datastick is located at 51 East Campbell Ave., Ste. 130, Campbell, CA 95008. Contact Datastick at (408) 871-3300, visit the web site at http://www.datastick.com, or email findout@datastick.com. Datastick is a registered trademark and Datastick Reporting System is a trademark of Datastick Systems, Inc. Palm, Palm OS, Palm Powered, and Tungsten are among the trademarks or registered trademarks owned by or licensed to Palm, Inc. Microsoft and Excel are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Garmin and iQue are registered trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries. ICP is a registered trademark of PCB PCB: see polychlorinated biphenyl. PCB in full polychlorinated biphenyl Any of a class of highly stable organic compounds prepared by the reaction of chlorine with biphenyl, a two-ring compound. Group, Inc., Depew, New York Depew is a village in Erie County, New York, United States. The population was 16,629 at the 2000 census. The name is derived from Chauncey Mitchell Depew, the President of the New York Central Railroad and former US Senator. . |
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