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6-channel measurement amplifier GSV-6

GSV-6CPU, GSV-6L, GSV-6K
Instruction manual

GSV-6L: 12V/24V supply, output: current / voltage

GSV-6CPU: 4V supply, output: 0...3V; CAN, UART, 6x ADC

GSV-6K: 12V/24V supply, output: current / voltage

Version: 13/07/2022

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Strain gauges measurement amplifier GSV-6

Contents
Strain gauges measurement amplifier GSV-6...................................................................................2
GSV-6CPU........................................................................................................................................... 3
Description..................................................................................................................................... 3
Dimensions.................................................................................................................................... 4
Terminal assignment...................................................................................................................5
Configuration interface...........................................................................................................5
Connection of Strain gauges.................................................................................................6
Voltage supply..........................................................................................................................6
Inputs/outputs..........................................................................................................................6
GSV-6L................................................................................................................................................. 8
Description..................................................................................................................................... 8
Dimensions.................................................................................................................................... 9
Terminal assignment...................................................................................................................9
5-pin terminal strip...................................................................................................................9
7-pin terminal strip...................................................................................................................9
Functions..................................................................................................................................... 10
GSV-6K.............................................................................................................................................. 12
Description...................................................................................................................................12
Functions.....................................................................................................................................12
Dimensions.................................................................................................................................. 12
Terminal assignment.................................................................................................................13
5-pin socket............................................................................................................................ 13
5-pin plug.................................................................................................................................13
Annex................................................................................................................................................. 14
Technical data of GSV-6CPU.........................................................................................................14
Technical data GSV-6L / GSV-6K.............................................................................................15
Factory default settings............................................................................................................16
LED flashing patterns................................................................................................................17
Changelog....................................................................................................................................17

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GSV-6CPU

Description
The GSV-6 product series offers signal processing for strain gauges on the smallest area.

The core component of the GSV-6 is a PCB of dimensions 19mm x 14mm.

This "GSV-6CPU" provides many of the required functions to set up a 1- to 6-channel

measurement amplifier.

Connections for functions and other applications are also provided via the two 18-pin pin
headers with pitch 1.0: UART to Bluetooth, CAN bus driver, GPRS modem, etc.

The GSV-6 CPU already contains (without additional expansion) 6 input channels. One
channel provides bridge supply and differential input for connecting strain gauge full
bridges, the other five are differential inputs Uin+ related to 1.5V, the input voltage range is
0.05 to 2.95V.
• Strain gauge bridge excitation: 3V, max. 60mA
• 1x Strain gauge bridge input
• Analogue output 0-2.5V
• LED output
• TEDS input
• Digital inputs for the "Tare" and "Scale" functions
• 5x analogue inputs 1.5V ±1.45V (nominal)
• Interfaces "UART", "CAN", "I2C" 1) "SPI" 1)
• Supply voltage 3.7V to 5.5V
• 3x Threshold switch outputs 4mA
• 3.3V Voltage output 10mA
• 2.5V Reference output 100µA

1) I2C without software support yet, measuring value output via SPI available as special option

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Dimensions

Figure 1: Dimensions GSV-6CPU

The GSV-6 CPU module can be configured via two different UART interfaces or via CAN
(bus transceiver not integrated).
There is also the option of configuring the most important settings using the Tare and Scale
lines.
The logic levels on the GSV-6CPU are LVTTL 3.3V.
With the help of a suitable interface converter, UART TX (pin 26) and UART-Rx (pin 25) can
be connected to a Windows PC, e.g. via USB. The GSV-6CPU can be configured using our
GSVmulti software and the measurement data can be visualized.
This binary communication protocol is described in a separate document:
GSV Protocol Definition

Also, a Windows DLL is avalable for use as an API.

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Terminal assignment

Figure 2: Terminal assignment GSV-6CPU

Configuration interface
A UART interface for the "Monitor" text interface is available via a "BM10B" connector. The
parameters are always: 115200 bits/s, 8N1. A terminal program in text mode can be used.
The input "help" (ENTER) describes the operation.

Figure 3: Pin assignment Monitor interface

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Connection of Strain gauges
PIN Header Designation Function Comment
No

1 x1.1 +Us (V_DMS) Positive bridge excitation 3 V 60 mA, short-

circuit proof

2 x1.2 -Ud Negative bridge output / differential input

3 x1.3 +Ud Positive bridge output / differential input

4 x1.4 -Us (AGND) Negative bridge excitation (AGND)

Voltage supply
PIN Header Designation Function Comment
No

32 x2.14 Vcc_IN Supply voltage 3.6 V ... 5.5 V

33 x2.15 GND Ground supply voltage

31 x2.13 Supply_Warning For shutting down by external hardware To be connected

to Vcc_IN

Inputs/outputs
PIN Header Designation Function Comment
No

18 x1.18 Tare Active >1s in actual-value mode: Zero adjustment Active: With GSV-
Active > 100ms in maximum-value mode: reset 6CPU/Dev:
maximum-value Connect to GND.
Active > 2s in maximum-value mode: Zero Inactive: Leave
adjustment and maximum-value reset open or connect
to 3.3V
Active > 100ms in ClickRClackR menu: "Up", go to
next menu entry.

17 x1.17 Scale Active > 2s: Scaling of the output signal to the Active: With GSV-
signal currently present at the input. Default: set 6CPU/Dev:
at 100% of the output signal. The autoscale level Connect to GND.
can be configured to values other than 100% in Inactive: Leave
the ClickRClackR menu and via the configuration open or connect
interface. to 3.3V
Active > 5s during boot-up: Enter the
ClickRClackR menu
Active > 100ms in ClickRClackR menu: "Enter",
executes the current menu entry.

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 PIN Header Designation Function Comment
No

16 x1.16 TEDS The connection for 1-wire-EEPROMs works with With GSV-
3.3V. The EEPROMs (e.g. DS2433+, DS2430A, 6CPU/Dev:
DS28EC20) of Maxim/Dallas are 3.3V compatible. Connect an
The software supports TEDS sensors with the external resistor
Bridge Sensor ID 33 and Strain-Gage ID 35 of 1.5 kOhms to
templates. 3.3V.

17 x2.1 LED Status indicator, e.g.: "TEDS read", "Parameter max. 4mA, 200
active", "Parameter set", "Gradient indicator". ohm series
resistor to GND

36 x2.18 Thresh 1, Threshold output 1, configurable digital output 1

Dout 1

35 x2.17 Thresh 2, Threshold output 2, configurable digital output 2

Dout 2

34 x2.16 Thresh 3, Threshold output 3, configurable digital output 3

Dout 3

15 x1.15 Trigger, Trigger Input (e.g. Sync-Slave), configurable

Din 4 digital input 4
The logic levels on the GSV-6CPU are LVTTL 3.3V.

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GSV-6L

Figure 4: GSV-6L

Description
The measurement amplifier GSV-6L adds a configurable analogue output to the GSV-6CPU.
The GSV-6L is designed to be built into sensors and fits into the most confined housing
enclosures, such as connector housings of the "GSV-6K” type.
Even after it is enclosed, there is complete scope to configure all the properties of the GSV-
6L via two control lines "Tare" and "Scale".
The calibration data from the sensor's electronic data sheet is automatically transferred via
the TEDS input. The analog output is then automatically adjusted to the gradient stored in
the TEDS EEPROM of the sensor.
The measuring amplifier GSV-6L operates from a supply voltage of 9V to a maximum of
28V.
The active signal level for the digital inputs "Tare" and "Scale" correspond to the supply
voltage used for the GSV-6L, but at least 9V.

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Dimensions

Terminal assignment

Figure 5: Dimensions GSV-6L

5-pin terminal strip
Designation Function Comment

+Us (V_DMS) Positive bridge excitation 3 V 60 mA, short-circuit

proof

-Ud Negative bridge output / differential input

+Ud Positive bridge output / differential input

-Us (AGND) Negative bridge excitation (AGND)

SW Threshold switch output, OpenDrain 200mA, 30V

7-pin terminal strip

Designation Function Comment

LED Connection for LED max. 4mA, 200 ohm series

resistor to GND

GND Ground supply voltage

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 Designation Function Comment

9...28V Supply voltage with polarity reversal

protection

U/I Out Analogue Output Output voltage or current

Scale Control line for "Scale" or "ENTER" High-active; duration as with

GSV-6CPU; Signal level:
supply voltage

Tare Control line for "Tare" or "UP" High-active; duration as for

GSV-6CPU; Signal level:
supply voltage
TEDS Input for TEDS (pull-up resistor included) Vdd=Vio of TEDS EEPROM
directly connectable

Functions
The functions can be adjusted using the "Tare" and "Scale" control cables.
A simulator to configure the GSV-6 via control cables is also available via
https://www.me-systeme.de/produkte/elektronik/gsv-6/anleitungen/ba-clickrclackr_en.pdf
Function Settings

Analogue output "Type" 0...10V, ±10V, 0...5V, ±5V, 4...20mA, 0...20mA

Analogue output "Offset" 0%, 10%, 12.5%, 20%, 25%, 30%, 37.5%, 40%, 50%
Example: an offset of 50% with an analogue output 0...10V shifts
the zero point at 0 mV/V to 5V. With an output of 4...20mA, the zero
point is shifted to 12mA with an offset of 50%. The input sensitivity
is shown at all times on the remaining "End Value - Offset" area.

Data frequency in Hz 0.1, 0.2, 0.5, 1, 2, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200, 500, 1k, 2k, 5k, 10k, 20k, 25k;
(Updating of measurement The smallest data frequency at the output is 10Hz. At levels below
values at the analogue output 10Hz, a second-order IIR filter is used.
or interface)

Input sensitivity in mV/V 0.1, 0.2, 0.3. 0.4, 0.5, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8 (standard mode)
0.1, 0.2, 0.3, 0.4, 0.5, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8 (high-res. mode)
In high-res. mode the physical measuring range is restricted, which
means there is less "reserve" available for a zero adjustment with
the Tare function.
Available physical measuring ranges: 8 mV/V, 4 mV/V, 2 mV/V, 1
mV/V
The input sensitivity can also be set to 5-digit precision using the
Tare and Scale cables in the ClickRClackR menu ("seamless").

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 Function Settings

Adjust autoscale level The autoscale level allows the output signal to be defined as a % of
the end value, which is shown by implementing "Scale" with the
current weight limit. Default setting: 100% (a weight limit of 100%
is expected).
The autoscale level can be adjusted in stages, from 5% within the
range 0 to 100%. When "0%" is set, the autoscale function is
deactivated.

Level for threshold value The switch-on threshold of the threshold value indicator can be
indicator "On" adjusted in steps of 5% within the range 0 to 100%. When 0% is set,
the threshold value indicator is deactivated.

Level for threshold value The switch-off threshold of the threshold value indicator can be
indicator "Off" adjusted in steps of 5% within the range 3 to 98%. The switch-off
threshold should be set lower than the switch-on threshold. If "0%"
is set, the switch-off threshold is deactivated.

Operating mode "Actual value display" (Default), Maximum value display, Inversion
of the display, Non-volatile Tare setting (default) or volatile when
switched off, "Gradient" setting (special function, not included in the
standard configuration), TEDS activated (default) / deactivated.

Load pre-setting Selecting this menu option loads the default settings included on
delivery.
±10V, 2 mV/V, 100Hz, Actual value display, TEDS active, Non-
inverted display,
This "ClickRclackR" menu is described in detail in a separate document:
Manual ClickRclackR

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GSV-6K

Description
The GSV-6K measuring amplifier provides a strain gauge input via a 5-pin M12 housing
socket and an analogue output via a 5-pin M12 housing plug.
The GSV-6K is used to convert the bridge signal from force, torque or strain sensors to an
analogue output signal.
If present, an electronic data sheet of the sensor can be read via a TEDS interface. If read
successfully, the measurement amplifier scales the sensors rated output signal to the end
value of the configured output type.
The output signal can be set as a voltage or current output.
The outputs 0...10V, ±10V, 0...5V, ±5V, 4...20mA, 0...20mA can be set using the "Tare" and
"Scale" control cables (ClickRclackR menu). Similarly, an offset or sampling frequency can
also be set.

Functions
The unit is factory-configured to the output signal as ordered by the customer; otherwise, to
±10V. The configuration can be modified using the "Tare" and "Scale" control lines.
Functions(Page 10).
The active signal level for the digital inputs "Tare" and "Scale" correspond to the supply
voltage used for the GSV-6K, but at least 9V.

Dimensions

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Terminal assignment
M12 plug connector with A-coding;

3 4
5

2 1
Figure 6: Contact configuration M12 socket
5-pin socket
Pin No. Terminal assignment ME ME Phoenix
(Type 1) (Type 2) SAC-5P

1 +US Positive bridge excitation brown red brown

2 -Us Negative bridge excitation white black white

3 +UD Positive bridge output / differential input green green blue

4 -UD Negative bridge output / differential input yellow white black

5 TEDS input grey grey

A memory module containing TEDS data can be connected directly to pin 5, the ground is
connected to pin 2 (-Us). Minimum required connection: Pins 1-4.

5-pin plug

4 3
5

1 2
Figure 7: Contact configuration M12 plug

Pin No. Terminal assignment ME Phoenix

(Type 1) SAC-5P

1 Supply voltage 12V ... 24V DC brown brown

2 Analogue output 4...20mA / ±10V white white

3 Ground green blue

4 Tare (Control input for zero adjustment) yellow black

5 Scale (Control input for autoscale) grey grey

Minimum required connection: 3-wires pins 1-3. Pin 3 is the supply minus pole and also the
GND for the analog output, which preferably is connected to two ground wires (one for
supply minus, one for output ground).

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Annex

Technical data of GSV-6CPU

Accuracy Value Unit
Accuracy class 0,1 %
Resolution 16 Bits
Strain gauge inputs for full bridge 60 ... 20000 Ohms
Input sensitivity (FS) 0.1 ... 8 (configurable) mV/V
Common-mode rejection ratio
DC-60Hz 110 dB
5 kHz 100 dB
Noise amplitude Peak-to-peak µV/V
1 Hz 20 µV/V (2 mV/V / 10000)
10 Hz 31 µV/V (2 mV/V / 6500)
100 Hz 80 µV/V (2 mV/V / 2500)
1 kHz 140 µV/V (2 mV/V / 1400)
10 kHz 240 µV/V (2 mV/V / 840)
Zero point drift (at 2 mV/V FS) <0.05 %FS/10K (1 µV/V / 10K)
Sensitivity drift (at 2 mV/V FS) <0.01%RD/10K
Analogue input
Number 6
Resolution 16 Bit
Input range (nominal) 1.5 ± 1.45 V
Zero point drift 150 µV / 10K
Measuring frequency
Updating of analogue output 1 ...25000 Hz
Sampling frequency 50 kHz
Adjustment range of averaging filter 1 ...25000 Hz
Outputs
Bridge supply voltage 3.0 Volts
Max. bridge supply current 60 mA
Short-circuit resistant Yes
Analogue output 1.5 V ± 1 V at 0 mV/V ± FS
Resolution 13 bit
Output resistance 47 Ohm
Max. output current 10 mA
Threshold value output, Supply_Warning LVTTL level
LED 200 ohm series resistor required
Level >2.4V High; <0.4V Low
Max. current 4 mA

Voltage source 3.3 V

Max. current 10 mA
Interfaces
2x UART, CAN, TEDS (SPI, I2C)

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Voltage supply
Nominal voltage 4 V
Current consumption 35 mA
Min. supply voltage 3.6 V
Max. supply voltage 5.5 V

Operating temperature
Nominal temperature -10°C ...85°C
Working temperature -40°C … 125°C
Dimensions
LxWxH 19 x 14 x 4 mm x mm x mm
Protection Class
IP00

Technical data GSV-6L / GSV-6K

Accuracy
Accuracy class 0,1 %
Resolution 16 Bit
Strain gauge inputs for full bridge 60 ... 20000 Ohm
Input sensitivity (FS) 0.1 ... 8 (configurable) mV/V
Common-mode rejection ratio
DC-60Hz 110 dB
5 kHz 100 dB
Noise amplitude "Pk-Pk"
1 Hz 20 µV/V (2 mV/V / 10000)
10 Hz 31 µV/V (2 mV/V / 6500)
100 Hz 80 µV/V (2 mV/V / 2500)
1 kHz 140 µV/V ( 2 mV/V / 1400)
10 kHz 240 µV/V ( 2 mV/V / 840)
Zero point drift (at 2 mV/V FS) <0.05 %FS/10K (1 µV/V / 10K)
Sensitivity drift (at 2 mV/V FS) <0.01%RD/10K
Measuring frequency
Updating of analogue output 1 ...25000 Hz
Sampling frequency 50 kHz
Adjustment range of averaging filter 1 ...25000 Hz
Outputs
Bridge supply voltage 3.0 Volt
Max. bridge supply current 60 mA
Short-circuit resistance Yes
Analogue output Configurable
Resolution 13 bit
Output resistance 0.12 Ohm
Max. output current 10 mA

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Threshold value output, Open drain
Current carrying capacity: 200 mA, 30V
Interfaces
TEDS
Voltage supply
Nominal voltage 12V … 24V V
Current consumption 22 mA
Min. supply voltage 9 V
Max. supply voltage 28 V

Operating temperature
Nominal temperature -10°C ...70°C
Working temperature -25°C … 85°C
Dimensions
GSV-6L (L x W x H) 22mm x 14mm x 9mm /
GSV-6K (Ø x L) Ø20mm x 70mm
Protection class
GSV-6L IP00 /
GSV-6K IP66

Factory default settings

GSV-6L, GSV-6K

Input sensitivity 2 mV/V

Physical measuring range ±4 mV/V

Analogue output ±10 V

Offset 0%

Data frequency 10 Hz

Sign Not inverted

Sesnor level for scale 100%

Level for threshold switch 1 90%

Zero adjustment stored to non-volatile memory

TEDS activated

Peak value output inactive

Gradient ±1 (mV/V) / s

Configuration interface "Monitor" 115200 bits/s, 8n1(GSV-6K: only internal)

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LED flashing patterns
GSV-6K and newer versions of the GSV-6L have a built-in LED that can be used to indicate
some device states. The LED also has a meaning in the "ClickRclackR" configuration menu,
e.g. it lights up when the value currently set in the menu is reached.
Flashing sequence Repetitions Meaning

50ms on, 100ms off infinite Error (see below)

200ms on, 200ms off 11 x TEDS read successfully

100ms on, 100ms off 2x Gradient recognized

100ms on, 100ms off, 100 ms on, 1s infinite In the menu: function executed
off

50ms on, 50ms off infinite In the menu: Entry actually configured

700ms on, 300 ms off infinite GSV-6BT: File on SD-card open for writing
Possible causes for the error blink pattern:
- TEDS should be read because configured accordingly, TEDS module is also connected, but
data or communication errors have occurred
- Error in setting(s) in ClickRclackR menu
- GSV-6BT: RTC clock should be set, e.g. because the battery has been reconnected
- GSV-6BT: Error opening a file on SD card

Changelog
Version Changes

25.11.16 updated formatting of document

21.06.17 Analog input 1.5V +-1.45V
01.02.18 GSV-6L, Typ, 7-pole terminal, typo corrected
23.02.18 Signal level for control inputs documented at GSV-6L and GSV-6K

13/07/2022 LED patterns added, reviewed, updated

03/12/2023 corrected GSV6K connector, reviewed

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