A rotating axis diagnostic system supported with journal bearing has been established that has been widely used in the industry. In order to measure the most sensitive signals that would be generated in the abnormal operation, sensors which measure AE(acoustic emission), gap and acceleration have been attached at the various location on the experimental apparatus. Data were obtained in the steady state operational condition of the system which was verified through the empirical measurement. Notable discrepancies were observed in RMS acceleration signal which could be utilized to predict the undesirable operational condition of the system.