Description
The Bently Nevada 135785-02 3500/93 Display Unit is a back-lighted operator display interface designed for use with the 3500 machinery protection and condition monitoring system. The display unit provides graphical and text-based visualization of monitored machinery parameters, rack conditions, and alarm status information.
The display communicates with the Display Interface Module through an RS422 communication interface and supports both Bently Nevada proprietary protocol and Modbus protocol based on the AEG PI-MBUS300 Rev. E reference manual.
The display unit incorporates multiple status LEDs for rack condition indication and monitored channel status visualization. Alarm indicators provide visual notification for OK, Alert, and Danger operating states within the monitoring system.
The transflective FSTN dot matrix LCD includes a white electroluminescent backlight for visibility in low ambient light industrial environments. The unit is suitable for machinery monitoring systems installed in power generation, oil and gas, petrochemical, and industrial process facilities.
Features
- 640 x 200 dots LCD display
- Transflective FSTN dot matrix technology
- White electroluminescent backlight
- Graphical and text display capability
- RS422 communication interface
- Modbus protocol support
- Rack status LED indicators
- Channel OK, Alert, and Danger indicators
- New alarm indication LED
- Industrial panel display design
- 1 second typical channel update rate
Applications
- Machinery protection systems
- Turbine monitoring systems
- Compressor monitoring
- Industrial rotating equipment
- Process plant vibration monitoring
- Condition monitoring systems
- Power generation facilities
- Oil and gas installations
- Petrochemical plants
- Centralized machine status display systems
Ordering Information
- 135785-02: 3500/93 Display Unit, back-lighted
Technical Specifications
| DisplaySpecification |
|
| LCD Type |
Transflective FSTN dot matrix |
| Display Resolution |
640 x 200 dots |
| Backlight Type |
White electroluminescent |
| Display Format |
Graphical and text |
| LED IndicatorsSpecification |
|
| Unit OK LED |
Indicates Display Unit operating properly |
| Rack OK LED |
Indicates rack is in OK status |
| Rack Alert LED |
Indicates at least one channel is in Alert |
| Rack Danger LED |
Indicates at least one channel is in Danger |
| OK LED (8) |
Indicates displayed channel(s) in OK status |
| Alert LED (8) |
Indicates displayed channel(s) in Alert status |
| Danger LED (8) |
Indicates displayed channel(s) in Danger status |
| New Alarm LED |
Indicates new alarm detected since last acknowledgment |
| CommunicationSpecification |
|
| Hardware Interface |
RS422 |
| Supported Protocols |
Bently Nevada proprietary protocol, Modbus protocol |
| Modbus Reference |
AEG PI-MBUS300 Rev. E |
| Channel Update Rate |
1 second typical |
| EnvironmentalSpecification |
|
| Operating Temperature |
-20 degC to 65 degC |
| Storage Temperature |
-30 degC to 80 degC |
| Humidity |
95%, noncondensing |
| PhysicalSpecification |
|
| Dimensions (H x W x D) |
203.2 mm x 412.8 mm x 31.2 mm |
| Weight |
2.1 kg |
| Manufacturer |
Bently Nevada |
| Product Series |
3500/93 |
Connections/Interfaces
| Connector PinFunction |
|
| RS422 Interface |
Communication between Display Unit and Display Interface Module |
Installation Guidelines
Install the display unit in a clean industrial panel or operator interface location with adequate ventilation.
Maintain proper grounding practices for RS422 communication wiring to minimize electrical interference.
Route communication cables separately from high-voltage power wiring and motor cables.
Avoid direct exposure to excessive vibration, moisture, or corrosive environments during installation.
Verify panel cutout dimensions and mounting alignment before securing the display unit.
Maintain sufficient ambient lighting if reflective display operation is required.
Inspect communication cable shielding continuity before system commissioning.
Allow adequate spacing around the display for service access and airflow.
FAQ
What system is this display unit designed for?
The unit is designed for Bently Nevada 3500 machinery protection systems.
What type of LCD is used in the display?
The display uses a transflective FSTN dot matrix LCD.
Does the display include backlighting?
Yes. The unit includes a white electroluminescent backlight.
What communication interface is supported?
The display communicates using an RS422 interface.
Does the unit support Modbus communication?
Yes. The display supports Modbus protocol based on AEG PI-MBUS300 Rev. E.
What is the display resolution?
The LCD resolution is 640 x 200 dots.
What does the Rack Alert LED indicate?
It indicates that at least one monitored channel is in Alert status.
What does the Rack Danger LED indicate?
It indicates that at least one monitored channel is in Danger status.
What is the typical channel update rate?
The typical update rate is 1 second.
What operating temperature range is supported?
The operating range is -20 degC to 65 degC.
What is the humidity rating?
The unit supports 95% noncondensing humidity.
Can the display show graphical information?
Yes. The display supports both graphical and text formats.