{"product_id":"yokogawa-aip171-operator-keyboard-interface-card-centum-vp-cs-3000","title":"Yokogawa AIP171 Operator Keyboard Interface Card | CENTUM VP\/CS 3000","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYokogawa AIP171\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a dedicated Operator Keyboard Interface Card designed for CENTUM VP and CENTUM CS 3000 distributed control systems. It enables the connection of professional Yokogawa operator keyboards to a Human Interface Station (HIS), providing instantaneous response for critical control functions that standard keyboards cannot deliver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDedicated Interface Logic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAIP171\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis built to handle the unique scan codes of Yokogawa operator keyboards. Every keystroke, including emergency and alarm commands, is processed deterministically, ensuring precise system response with no input delay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Sound Controller\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe card manages electronic beeps and alarm sounds directly from the keyboard. This independent auditory channel ensures operators receive timely audio feedback even if the HIS sound card is unavailable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Delivery to Keyboard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe interface card supplies the necessary power to the operator keyboard via its connection cable, eliminating the need for external adapters and simplifying the operator station setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndustrial-Grade Reliability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEngineered to meet Yokogawa’s industrial standards, the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAIP171\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eoperates continuously in control room environments. It provides high electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) to prevent interference with other critical devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSystem Integration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFully compatible with the CENTUM software stack, the card is automatically recognized by HIS utilities. Operators can adjust keyboard sensitivity and sound levels directly through the standard system configuration interface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"firstRow\"\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAIP171\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBus Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePCI (32-bit)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnection Port\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDedicated 8-pin mini-DIN or equivalent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible Keyboards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYokogawa Operation Keyboards (e.g., AIP827)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.5 A max at 5 V DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-10–60°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-20–70°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHumidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10–90% RH (non-condensing)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.15 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5 cm × 12.7 cm × 17.8 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComparison: AIP171 vs. AIP571\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-paddingleft-2\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAIP171:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePCI interface, suited for legacy or specific HIS PCs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAIP571:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePCI Express interface, optimized for modern HIS systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIdeal for industrial control rooms requiring rugged, reliable operator input with integrated sound feedback. Common deployments include chemical plants, power generation facilities, and water treatment systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can the AIP171 be used with any PC?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No, it requires a PC with a standard PCI slot to ensure compatibility with the interface hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does the AIP171 power the keyboard?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, it supplies all necessary power to the connected operator keyboard through the interface cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is it compatible with AIP571 keyboards?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Keyboards designed for PCIe (AIP571) may not function fully on the AIP171 PCI interface. 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