1. Paperless Recorders and Data Networks
Paperless Recorders and Data Networks. TrendView GR, TrendServerPro and Experion HS
Frédéric Gourisse

2. Data Recording Challenges
Accurate and reliable data to improve process performance
Visualization of the process
Fast, easy data retrieval for review and reporting
Documentation for regulatory compliance
Secure data with secure access to prevent tampering
Typical Applications
Drying Ovens
Environmental Monitoring
Fermentation Processes
Flow Monitoring
Freeze Drying
Retorts and Cooking Processes
If we examine some of the challenges, we see that users face a number of issues when tying to see what is happening in their process and to document the results.
These include:
Ensuring that the data is accurate and reliable
Analyzing the data quickly to know that the material has been processed properly
Providing the required process documentation as proof or compliance to standard operating procedures
On-going maintenance costs associated with process documentation
Getting the data to those that need it – Supervisor, Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, Customer
Paperless recorders provide many advantages for viewing and documenting what is happening in a process. One advantage is that the data is stored in an electronic format. Electronic data allows for faster, more comprehensive analysis of the data. It eliminates questions of data resolution, the need for interpolation of trace values from a chart and the associated errors of transferring the data to a spreadsheet for further analysis. In addition to the improvements in data reliability, the user also benefits from reduced maintenance costs resulting from the elimination of many of the mechanical parts such as chart drives and pen mechanism associated with conventional paper recorders. The elimination of consumables such as the charts, pens and ink wheels normally used by tradition paper recorders provides additional savings.
Sintering Furnaces
Heat Treating
Power Monitoring

3. Best in class paperless recording and display technology
TrendView Recorders
Best in class paperless recording and display technology
eZtrend GR
5.7” TFT QVGA Display
3 to 12 analog inputs
320 x 240 resolution
Minitrend GR
5.7” TFT VGA Display
4 to 16 analog inputs
640 x 480 resolution
Multitrend GR
12.1” TFT XGA Display
4 to 48 analog inputs
1024 x 768 resolution
Easy configuration
Events
Software support packages
Diagnostics & health watch
Firmware credit flexibility
Reports from recorder
Password synchronization
50 user password support
( 21CFR Part 11 compliant )
Remote view & control
Fuzzy logging
High capacity storage
20msec input scan
Custom screens
Math scripting
Secure communications
Modbus Master
Concurrent batch
Unique Features

4. TrendView GR Recorder Enhancements
New Features with Processor Card Redesign
New processor card improves performance
Higher speed processor
Updated to include watchdog timer
SD card with expanded data storage capacity (up to 4GB)
Internal configuration lockout switch (credit enabled)
Accuracy improvement of the real time clock (20ppm)
New Product Features
Higher resolution displays for better image definition
Better resolution displays provide clearer images & process visualization
New firmware features
Single batch start menu screen
Updated “Hot Button” functionality (additional selection & buttons)
Secure communications for real time and FTP data transfers
Additional screen selections (Non-process screens like Alarm, Min-Max, Totals, User Counters, User Variables, Script Timers, Messages)
CSV data export capability from recorder

5. Easy-to-Read Screens High Resolution Displays
eZtrend ” TFT QVGA (320x240)
Minitrend ” TFT VGA (640x480)
Multitrend ” TFT XGA (1024x768)
Intuitive Screen Selections
New screen selections for additional data viewing options
non-process screens to complement Trend, Digital, Bar Graph displays (Alarm, Min-Max, Totals, Counters, User Variables, Script Timers, Messages)
Actionable screen selections through Events for better process viewing (automatically jump to important screen, includes new screens in viewing selections)
flexibility; can see individual section of the process; action faster; efficiency, usability

6. Batch Recording Concurrent Batch
Record data from up to 6 processes
Batches recorded concurrently
Independent control of actions
Start / Stop / Pause / Resume / Abort
Pens grouped for easy batch analysis
Pens are unique for each group
Indicators to show status of batch
Batch Identification for Faster Analysis
Single batch start screen for quick starts
Batch data identification - ID, Lot #, description, comments
Data recorded & analyzed by batch
flexibility; can see individual section of the process; action faster; efficiency, usability

7. Secure And Reliable Electronic Data
Electronic recording with data encryption ensures trusted data
Stored data tied to the recorder configuration for data security and definition of data attribute (i.e. lbs, psi, etc.)
Expanded data storage capacity (4GB) for less servicing and fewer data downloads
SD card provides improved security & future technology compatibility
Authentication certification ensures secure communication
CSV data export capability
The Honeywell Trendview recorders provide secure, electronic data recording that makes it easy for the user to determine how well his process is performing. The electronic data eliminates hours of manual data analysis that paper chart records typically require with assured accuracy of the recorded data.
All the recorders have the ESS optional feature that helps the recorder meet the requirements defined by 21 CFR Part 11 and insure the data is secure. This provides the ability to set up unique Users and their own password, set expiration times and reuse parameters as well as get an audit trail of actions of what is being changed. Up to 50 users can be set up with 4 different levels of access as well as the ability to define an Administrator level.
The same level of data security exist regardless of which model is being used. The data is time and date stamped as part of the data integrity process and the recorders all use data encryption to maintain data security. The recorder set up and the electronic data files generated are tied together and tied to the internal serial number as an added security feature. An audit trail of actions performed are part of the recorder message system to track steps taken during the process.

8. Security Measures Prevent Tampering
Password System
Password Users
Supports 50 users and provides for 4 levels of recorder protection
Passwording
Standard password and ESS (Extended System Security) comply to FDA
21CFR Part 11 Electronic Data and Electronic Signature guidelines
Audit trail for recording and tracking actions
Password protection of Ethernet port
Physical Security
Wire Seal Lock capability for front door and rear panel wiring
Internal recorder configuration lockout switch for added security
flexibility; can see individual section of the process; action faster; efficiency, usability

9. Connectivity To Local And Remote Networks
Multiple ways to connect with recorder
Standard Ethernet connectivity
RS485 Modbus connectivity
OPC server capability (thru PC)
Remote Viewer & Control
Remote access via internet for easy viewing
Modbus Master
Recorder runs communications, collecting data for other Modbus devices without an extra PC
Real time & scheduled FTP data collection
Secure communications with authentication between TrendServer and recorders
Plant Wide
Local Area Network
Trend Server Pro (Client)
Trend Server Pro (Server)
The Trendview recorders offer many features that help connect the recorders to a network to make it easy to get data into and out of the recorder. They all have the capability to have front and rear USB ports that make it easy to connect such devices as USB memory keys, bar code readers, USB key boards and a mouse to the recorders. This makes it easy to enter messages, navigate around the screens or to load in new configurations or update the product’s firmware.
The recorders have the capability to have Ethernet and RS485 communications Ethernet is standard on the recorders).
The connectivity of the Trendview recorders makes it simple to gather data remotely or locally.
The recorders have an integral OPC Server in the recorder that allows for direct connection of the recorder to an OPC Client to get data and alarms & events from the recorder.
The Remote Viewer allows a user to view the recorder remotely using Microsoft’s standard Internet Explorer software and if enabled to actually take control and change screens and other parameters of the recorder. This allows users to see the data without physically going to the recorder.
The recorder also support being a Modbus Master allowing them to get data from other network connected devices. This saves on having a separate PC having to act as a Master and running additional wiring to get the data as a direct recorder input.
TrendServer is our PC software used to connect into the recorders to get real time and FTP data. TrendServer is set up in a Client Server relationship to allow other users to gain access to the data.
Ethernet Local Instrument Network

10. Flexible Credit System For Firmware Options
Credits for added functionality options are applied in a flexible manner
Wide selection of firmware options available
New functions - Configuration lockout, secure communication, SD memory (eZtrend option)
Math
100 characters free form math
Math scripts (conditional statements – IF/Then/Else, multi-line 500 character script)
Remote Viewing & Control Tool
Extended viewing & control of recorder via Internet Explorer
flexibility; can see individual section of the process; action faster; efficiency, usability

11. TrendManager Suite TrendViewer - Introductory software package
- Viewing, graphing and printing of stored data from media
TrendManager Pro – Advanced data analysis & archiving software
- All of the capabilities of TrendViewer plus
- Full configuration of recorders
- Archive data on integral secure database
- Event system analysis
- Export data files in CSV format
- Batch mode
TrendServer Pro - Fully network aware software
- All of the capabilities of TrendManager Pro plus
- FTP (File Transfer Protocol) / Ethernet connection (TCP/IP)
- Real time data acquisition
- Web browser access
- Audit trail manager/ advance password protection
- Distribution of data available over LAN (Local Area Network)
- OPC server capability (DA 2.0)

12. TrendManager Overview
TrendManager Pro Software Suite
Companion software for specialized functions
IQ/OQ Protocol Assembler
Process Validation
Generate IQ Document
Trendview OPC Historian
Enhanced Data Collection
Interface to OPC Client
Batch Report Tool
Enhanced Batch Reports
Create Batch Reports
Process qualification
Process validation
Collect historical data from TrendManager
Standard OPC HDA Server
Refine TMP batch report time
Combine trend & data into single report
Includes Min/Max, alarms, event messages, batch descriptors, batch data
Create secure PDF report

13. TrendServer Installation & Security Settings
Improved Security
Assign users to TMS Group
Provides secure access to only members in group
PC Configuration
Control panel > administrative tools > computer management
Local users & groups > groups
TMSApplicationAccessGroup
TMSServiceAccessGroup
Add all members to these who will need access
TMS System Settings
Check status to ensure comms & data base servers connected
Control Panel
Computer Management
TMSApplicationAccessGroup
TMSService
AccessGroup

14. TrendServer Operator Interface
TrendServer Interface
Graphing
Drop & Drag pens/graphs
No folders or files
Recorder Configuration
Real-time Comm
Supports Modbus Protocol
Supports Ethernet/RS845
Import Data/Setups
Batch Data Analysis
System Setup
Password, status, , real time buffer
Server Set up
Used to set up remote database access

15. Real Time Communications & Graphing
TrendServer is set up to gather real time data
Runs as a service to prevent loss of data
Logged Data
Real Time Data
Pen Indicators

16. TrendManager Recorder Support Update
With new release:
Updated to support new GR Recorder release & configuration
Updated for Secure Communications capability with recorder
Updated to support Windows 2008 Server
What is the benefit to the end user…
Provides support for new recorders
Configuration support
Network connectivity and data collection
Secure communication with new recorders
Update for use with current version of Windows 2008 Server OS

17. Improved Installation
With previous releases:
Time for install and configure TSP was quite long
Could take more than 1 hour in our testing
Post installation steps are manual, so error prone
With new release:
Steps to install are automated for all the supported OS
Existing DCOM configuration steps have been analyzed automated
Install shield upgrade to current revision level
Faster installation (target is less than 5 mins)
What is the benefit to the end user…
Installation procedure improved
More user friendly and less tedious
Less prone errors during installation
Faster installation, less time required

18. Enhanced Security With previous releases: With new release:
Does not comply with the latest IT security guidelines
Requires Windows admin privileges to view the data in Win XP
With new release:
Non-Admin can use TMS in Win XP (like other supported OS)
DCOM settings can done at the time of auto-installation
TMS ApplicationAccessGroup is created, and privileges provided
What is the benefit to the end user…
TMS User Group provides improved security, now define the users who will have access
Only defined users from the TMS User Group can view the data
TMS application can be used in Session 0 as well

19. Commserver As A Service
With previous releases:
CommServer operates as an application, stops when application is stopped
Data acquisition not supported when the user is logged off
Data collection would stop until the operator re-starts the application (would appear as a gap in real time data collection)
User intervention required to start data acquisition after system reboots
With new release:
CommServer made as a service - logging is done un-interrupted when the system reboots
FTP scheduler is also made as a service – FTP data collection restarts after reboot
Introduction of session 0 allows services to start running on system boot-up without operator action
What is the benefit to the end user…
24x7 data logging capability

20. Archiving The Database
With previous releases:
Real time data logging interrupted to analyze archived data
Several manual steps involved to access & view the archived DB
With new release:
User can configure archive databases and browse through the contents without interrupting real-time data collection
Archived DB shall be shown separately from the current DB
What is the benefit to the end user…
No loss of data acquisition while viewing archived data
Process is just like browsing thru any active database
Easier understanding of the database being viewed (reduces errors)

21. TrendViewer Improvement
With previous releases:
TrendViewer has to import every time we want to view the graph data
With new release:
TrendViewer can now save the last viewed graph data to database
User can re-open TrendViewer and see the previous graph data
Graph persists until a new import operation is done
What is the benefit to the end user…
Saves the need to re-import the same data each time

22. Additional Features With new release:
User can Save or Save-as the graph without exiting the graph dialog (previously, would be asked when closing graph)
Pen scales will display if its historical or real-time data
Provide guidelines to determine the optimal DB size and recommend that database be archived if the file size exceeds limits

23. Thank You!