Accepts mA, V, mV, RTD, TC and
potentiometer signals
›4–20mA current loop output›Isolated›Hassle-free DIN-rail mounting
Space-saving (12.5mm wide) case
›Simple USB setup Using Define ToolBox
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Javelin
USB Programmable Transmitter
General Description
The Javelin is a loop powered, isolated transmitter. One of its key features is its easy so ware setup using De ne ToolBox. ToolBox
enables simple and exible programming
of the Javelin in less than a minute, with no
input signal or power supply required.
The Javelin also o ers exible input options
to suit a virtually endless range of industries.
High quality signal conditioning is a popular
application. The Javelin accepts input signals
from sensors such as thermocouples, RTD's,
and potentiometers, and converts them to
an industry standard 4–20mA output signal,
where they can then be processed by PLC's
and other instruments.
The Javelin can also be used to convert other
standard process signals (such as ±10V,
1–5V, and 0–10V) to a 4–20mA signal. Another widely used application is as a simple
4–20mA in, and 4–20mA out isolator, to protect inputs of PLC's and SCADA systems from
ground loops, transients, and the e ects of
EMC.
More sophisticated applications are also
catered to. For example, a level signal from
an odd shaped tank can be converted to
a 4–20mA signal representing volume, by
using the in-built linearization table.
To start exploring the capabilities of your
Javelin, install ToolBox now (see Section 5).
For your safety and the prevention of damage to the Javelin, as well as other equipment connected to it, please read and carefully observe all safety regulations and
instructions. Consult this manual carefully in all cases where hazard symbols are
marked on your Javelin unit.
De ne Instruments has not approved any change or modi cation to this device by
users. Any modi cation or change could void users' authority to operate this equipment. Use of this instrument in a manner not speci ed by the manufacturer may
compromise the protection provided by the instrument.
This instrument should not be used to directly drive valves, motors, or other actuators, unless equipped with appropriate safeguards. The safety of any system
incorporating this unit is the responsibility of the assembler of the system. It is the
responsibility of the user to identify potential hazards that may arise in the event
of a fault to unit, and implement safeguards for the prevention of harm to persons
or equipment.
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Class 2
The power supply used for the Javelin must be UL rated in accordance with UL1310/
UL1585 or LPS in accordance with UL60950-1.
Symbol de nitions
CAUTION
Risk of electric shock
Please refer to user manual.
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SPECIFICATIONS
1.1 - Ordering codes
CAUTION
Risk of danger
Please refer to user manual.
JAV-2DLI
BRIDGE-KEY*Sold separately
* Starred accessories are not UL approved.
USB Programmable Transmitter
2-wire isolated universal input, 4–20mA loop output
The Javelin's factory default input is RTD Pt100 (0–100°C) . If you wish
to keep the default, or your distributor has already con gured the Javelin
for you, skip to Step 2 now. To change your input type or output scaling:
A Install De ne ToolBox (see Section 5).
B Connect the Javelin to your computer using the USB Bridge Key (see
6.1). Then launch ToolBox and click the 'Connect' button (see 6.2).
C Con gure your system as required, referring to 6.2–6.3 in this manual,
and also the Help Panel in the so ware. You may like to wire your
transmitter now, using the diagrams in the Help Panel as a guide.
D When you are nished, click 'Disconnect' in ToolBox, and then discon-
nect the Javelin from your PC.
2 - Hardware installation
A Mount the Javelin on a DIN rail in an enclosure, referring to the in-
structions in Section 4.
3 - Wiring
A Wire the Javelin, starting from the terminals at the back of the unit
and working towards the front of the unit. Refer to Section 7 for wiring instructions.
The Javelin must be installed in a location
that does not exceed the maximum operating temperature, and at a safe distance from
other devices that generate excessive heat.
The installation environment should provide
good air circulation to the unit.
12.5mm
(0.49")
The plastic casing and product label may be
cleaned, if required, using a so , damp cloth
and neutral soap product.
Caution should be exercised when cleaning
the unit to avoid water to dripping inside, as
this will damage the internal circuits.
The Javelin is rated IP20, and is designed for installation on a 35mm DIN rail.
The unit must be installed in an enclosure, to protect
it from weather conditions and dust, and also to prevent any accidental contact with potentially hazardous voltages.
A - DIN Rail Mounting (Fig 1)
To clip the unit onto the DIN rail:
(1) Hook the upper part of the unit onto the rail, and
then (2) Press down towards the rail until the lower
hook clicks into place.
Fig 1
The Javelin may be mounted side-by-side with other
Javelins on the DIN rail. Allow at least 5cm (1.97")
clear space above and below the unit for air ow
and wiring.
B - Wiring
Refer to Section 7 in this manual.
C - Removal from DIN Rail (Fig 2)
The unit may be unclipped from the DIN rail if required by pressing the straight tab under the rail.
Squeeze the tab towards the back of the Javelin with
your nger, while levering the whole unit up with
your other hand.
This will release the hook, allowing the unit to be detached from the DIN rail.
The Javelin has been designed to cope
with large EMC disturbances. This has been
achieved by continual testing and improvement of ltering and layout techniques over
many years.
The Javelin meet CE noise requirements,
and even surpass them in many tests. (For
full details and test results, see Appendix
A.) However in some applications with less
than optimum installations and large power
switching, the EMC performance of the
Javelin can be further improved, by:
A Installing the unit in an earthed metal
enclosure. This is particularly useful if
the control box is mounted close to
large power switching devices like contactors. Every switching cycle there is a
possibility of generating a large amount
of near eld radiated noise. The metal
enclosure, acting as a faraday cage, will
shunt this radiation to ground and away
from the Javelin.
B Using shielded cable on sensitive input
and control signal lines. Good results can
be obtained by grounding the shields to
the metal enclosure close to the entry
point. All cables act as aerials and pick
up unwanted R.F. radiated signals and
noise; the earthed shield acts as a faraday cage around the cables, shunting
the unwanted energy to ground.
Shields can also help with capacitively
coupled noise typically found in circumstances when signal cable is laid on top
of noisy switching power cables. Of
course in this case you are better o to
keep separate signal and power lines.
C Laying cable on earthed cable trays
can also help reduce noise seen by the
Javelin. This is particularly useful if there
are long cable runs, or the unit is close
to radiating sources such as two way
radios.
Further improvements can be made
with this type of noise by increasing the
physical distance from the power devices. For example, increasing the control
box distance from 6” to 12” from the
noise source will reduce the noise seen
by the control box by a factor of 4. Probably the cheapest and best results in this
situation could be obtained by adding
RC snubbers to the contactors or power
switches.
ToolBox o ers a smart, no-fuss setup experience for your Javelin, and has been designed to
simplify and speed up con guration.
You must install ToolBox before connecting the Javelin to your computer. If you have
already connected your Javelin using the Bridge Key, please disconnect before continuing.
A Download the latest version of ToolBox from
www.de neinstruments.com/toolbox
For ease of access, we recommend saving the install le on your desktop. If you cannot locate
the install le, check whether your browser has saved it in your Downloads folder.
B Extract the install le from the zip folder. Right-click on the zip folder and choose 'Extract
All', (or extract the le using another extraction utility of your choice).
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION
C Double-click on the extracted .msi install
le. This will launch the ToolBox installer.
Depending on your security settings, a
'Security Warning' dialogue may appear.
If you see the security message, click
'Run'.
Install the ToolBox so ware (see Section 5) before connecting the Javelin to your PC.
Connect the Javelin to your computer's USB port using the Bridge Key. No power supply is
required during programming, as the Javelin is powered by the USB.
The interface cable connects to the USB programming jack on the front of the Javelin (see
2.1B). A USB extension cable is supplied for your use if required - this is o en used for convenience in accessing USB ports located at the back of the computer.
CAUTION - Risk of damage
Ensure that all connections between the Bridge Key and your Javelin are secure.
Attempting to connect when cables are not rmly pushed in may result in connection
faults, and could also cause damage to the unit or your PC.
Always use the windows ‘Safely remove hardware’ function before unplugging the
Bridge Key from your computer.
CAUTION
Not UL approved
The Bridge Key is sold separately to the Javelin and has not been certi ed for UL.
De ne ToolBox enables full con guration of your Javelin. To set up the transmitter, only the
Bridge Key is required. No power supply or input signal is needed.
A Referring to the instructions in Section 5, download and install the latest version of
ToolBox from: www.de neinstruments.com/toolbox
B Connect the Javelin to your computer using the Bridge Key as shown in 6.1.
C Double-click the ToolBox icon on your desktop to launch the ToolBox program.
D Click the green 'Connect' button. This will scan your computer's Com ports and
automatically connect to your device.
Input/Output
The Input/Output tab is the main area for
con guring your Javelin. Select your precalibrated input type, and adjust the input
range and units.
If the unit is wired and powered up, you
can also view a live graph of the analogue
output - great for commissioning!
Advanced
Advanced features enable you to save a
con guration, or load a previously saved
con guration. This provides a simple way
to duplicate a con guration, for cloning or
troubleshooting.
It is also possible to export a PDF con guration certi cate, with custom elds for support contact information.
Dynamic help panel
The dynamic help panel auto-updates with
relevant explanations, diagrams and tips as
you con gure your Javelin.
Connection problems?
ToolBox will auto-detect and connect to your
Javelin when you click the 'Connect' button.
If you encounter connection problems:
›Ensure that all connections between the
device and your computer are secure.
›Try disconnecting and reconnecting the
USB, or using a different USB port on
your PC.
›Disconnect any additional compatible
devices. The software's auto-detect feature will not work if multiple compatible
devices are connected to your computer
at the same time.
Main control area for con guring your
system. Any changes made in this area will
bring up the Apply Bar (see below)
Connection Panel
Disconnect button
Connection status
Apply Bar
Appears if you have made any changes in the
Control Area. ToolBox will not allow you to browse
to a new tab in the Main Navigation with unapplied changes to your con guration.
Diagrams, explanations, and
helpful tips will automatically
appear in this panel as you
con gure your Javelin.
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WIRING
7.1 - Terminal access
Electrical connections are made via angled
screw terminals on the top and bottom of
the Javelin.
Due to the angle of the terminals, inserting a
wire in a front terminal will block screwdriver
access to the terminal directly behind it.
For example, in Fig 3 (right), the wire for
Terminal L on the underside of the Javelin
blocks access to Terminal H.
Because of this, the unit must be wired in
sequence, starting with the terminals at the
back of the unit and moving towards the
front.
Fig 3
Wire for Terminal L
blocks access to
Terminal H
7.2 - Screw terminal wiring
Wiring diagrams for your Javelin can be
found on the product label, in this manual
(7.3–7.5), or in the Help Panel of the
De ne ToolBox so ware. When wiring your
Javelin, check all connections against the
terminal letters, which are embossed on the
unit next to the screw for each terminal.
All conductors must conform to the unit's
voltage and current ratings, and be suitably
rated for the expected temperature range to
be incurred.
Strip the wire, leaving around 0.25" (6mm)
of bare lead exposed. If you are using
stranded wire, this should be tinned with
solder. Insert the lead into the terminal in
the correct position, and tighten until the
wire is secure. Verify tightness by pulling on
the wire.
Follow all local codes and regulations when
wiring and installing your Javelin. Each terminal is rated to accept one wire from #14
AWG (2.5mm) to #20 AWG. However it is
also possible to accept two #18 AWG wires,
or up to four #20 AWG wires.
CAUTION
All eld wiring must be rated at a
minimum of 80°C (176°F).
Wire the universal input for your signal type, as detailed on the following pages. Input speci cations and wiring for all available Javelin input types can be found below (7.5A–E). All
terminals for the signal input are located on the bottom side of the Javelin unit.
CAUTION
Risk of electric shock. Dangerous and lethal voltages may be present on the terminals of
the unit. Please take appropriate precautions to ensure safety.
CAUTION
Risk of danger. The sensor input can potentially oat to dangerous and unexpected volt-
ages depending on what external circuit it is connected to. Appropriate considerations
must be given to the potential of the sensor input with respect to earth common.
7.5A - Thermocouple input
Thermocouple types B, E, J, K, N, R, S, T
Input impedance >500K min
TC lead resistance 100 max
Cold junction comp. -10 to 60°C
(14 to 140°F)
Temperature (thermocouple)
The thermocouple (TC) is one of the most common temperature sensors used in industry. It relies on the Seebeck coe cient between dissimilar metals.
TC type is selected with reference to the application temperature range and environment. The most common TC types for
general purpose applications are J and K.
Pt100 (3-wire RTD DIN 43760:1980) or
Pt1000 (3-wire RTD standard)
Calibrated range -200 to 850°C (-328 to
1562°F), 0.1°C res
Lead resistance 10/lead max
recommended
Sensor current 0.15mA continuous
Sensor open Upscale/Downscale (so -
ware programmable)
Accuracy 0–300°C= ±0.15°C
<0°C or >300°C= ±0.3°C
Ambient dri 0.003°C/C typical
Temperature (RTD)
The RTD (standing for Resistance Temperature Device) is highly
stable and accurate, and is fast becoming the most popular
temperature sensor in industry. O en referred to as Pt100 and
Pt1000, the Pt represents platinum (the dominant metal in its
construction), and 100/1000 is the resistance in ohms at 0°C.
Note that terminals G–H must be wired rst - see 7.1 for more
information.
RTD
Input
Supported RTD types/ranges
Pt100-200°C (-328°F)850°C (1562°F)
Pt1000-200°C (-328°F)850°C (1562°F)
7.5C - Current input
Range 0/4–20mA
Input resistance 10
Linearity & repeatability 0.1% FSO max
0/4–20mA DC
0/4–20mA DC is the most commonly used analogue signal in
industry, and is universally accepted.
Accuracy 0.1% FSO max
Ambient dri <50ppm/°C of FS input
Response 400msec
0/4−20mA
DC Input
As a current loop, it is una ected by voltage drops in cables,
and can be transmitted over long distances without signal
degradation.
Your Javelin has been fully calibrated at the factory, and can be recalibrated in so ware using
De ne ToolBox (see 6.2 to connect). Scaling to convert the input signal to a desired output
value is also done using ToolBox.
If your Javelin unit appears to be behaving incorrectly or inaccurately, refer to troubleshooting (8.2) before attempting to calibrate it. When recalibration is required (generally every 2
years), it should only be performed by quali ed technicians using appropriate equipment.
Calibration does not change any user programmed parameters. However, it may a ect the
accuracy of the input signal values previously stored.
8.2 - Troubleshooting
Status LEDDe nition/Resolution
On for 2 secondsPower supplied to Javelin - starting up.
Flashing (½ sec on, ½ sec o )Javelin is operating normally.
Flashing (3 sec on, 1 sec o )Sensor break. Check sensor and sensor connections.
Replace sensor if necessary.
On continuouslyFault. Return unit for repair.
O Fault, or no 4–20mA current. Check power supply and
connections. If OK, return unit for repair.
For further assistance, please contact technical support using the contact details listed at the
end of this document.
The Javelin has been designed to cope with large EMC disturbances. This has been achieved by
constantly testing and improving ltering and layout techniques over many years. The Javelin
o ers superior R.F. ltering on all inputs, outputs and power supplies, when compared to
most competing products.
The Javelin not only meets CE noise requirements, but surpasses them in many tests. Furthermore, all testing was performed in plastic enclosures without shielded cabling.
During testing, normal performance within
the speci cation limits.
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APPENDIX B - WARRANTY & USER'S RESPONSIBILITY
Warranty
De ne Instruments warrants that its products are free from defects in material and
workmanship under normal use and service for a period of one year from date of
shipment.
De ne Instruments’s obligations under
this warranty are limited to replacement or
repair, at its option, at its factory, of any
of the products which shall, within the applicable period a er shipment, be returned
to De ne Instruments’s facility, transportation charges pre-paid, and which are, a er
examination, disclosed to the satisfaction of
Performance Criterion B
During testing, temporary degradation, or
loss of performance or function which is
self-recovering.
De ne Instruments to be thus defective. The
warranty shall not apply to any equipment
which shall have been repaired or altered,
except by De ne Instruments, or which shall
have been subjected to misuse, negligence
or accident.
In no case shall De ne Instruments’s liability exceed the original purchase price. The
aforementioned provisions do not extend
the original warranty period of any product
which has been either repaired or replaced
by De ne Instruments.
User’s Responsibility
We are pleased to o er suggestions on the
use of our various products, by way of printed matter, on our website, or through direct
contact with our sales/application engineering sta .
However, since we have no control over the
use of our products once they are shipped,
NO WARRANTY, WHETHER OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR PURPOSE OR OTHERWISE is made beyond repair, replacement, or
refund of purchase price at the sole discretion of De ne Instruments.
Users shall determine the suitability of the
product for the intended application before
using, and the users assume all risk and liability whatsoever in connection therewith,
regardless of any of our suggestions or statements as to application or construction.
In no event shall De ne Instruments’s liability, in law or otherwise, be in excess of the
purchase price of the product.
De ne Instruments cannot assume responsibility for any circuitry described. No circuit
patent or so ware licenses are implied.
De ne Instruments reserves the right to
change circuitry, operating so ware, speci cations, and prices without notice at any
time.