Eagle Signal B506 Technical Manual

Introduction

Your Eagle-Signal brand B506 1/16 DIN timer is a unique instrument specifically
designed for handling repetitive cyclical operations. This unit is highly flexible and
can be field configured to operate in a number of different fashions. Unique features
include the ability to set two separate times for On and Off operations, which can
even be in different time bases, or input a time base with a percentage value. A
batch count function keeps track of the number of completed cycles and can stop
operation after the preset has been reached.

Inside this manual you will find complete information on the Control mode, which
deals with viewing and changing the available setpoints, and Program Mode which is
used to configure the basic operation of the timer, as well as set a variety of other
useful features.

Also found in this manual are detailed timing diagrams and descriptions of the
available operating functions to aid you in determining how to properly configure the
unit to solve your application.
Additionally included are key product
specifications, warranty procedures and
ordering information should you require
additional units or accessories.

Should you require any additional
assistance with the installation and
operation of this product, please call our
toll free application support line at 1-800­234-8731.

Features

• Repeat Cycle functionality with completely
independent settings for On and Off times

• Batch Count function can trigger an
output and stop the cycle

• Settings can be input as absolute time
values or as a time base and percentage

• Simple button per digit interface

• Timing resolution down to 1 ms

• Programmable security levels prevent
unauthorized setpoint or program changes

• Timed or latched batch output

• Programmable to begin with an On or an
Off operation

• IEC IP65 rated front panel

• Highly visible 8 mm dual line LED display
with 8 annunciator lights

Index

Overview

Panel Mounting page 2
Wiring Connections page 2

Operation

Front Panel page 3
Control Mode page 3

Configuration

Program Mode page 4 - 6
Timing Diagrams page 7

General

Specifications page 8
Ordering Information page 8
Warranty page 8

Technical Manual
702120-0001

Eagle Signal

brand

B506
Repeat Cycle
LED Timer

1

OVERVIEW

INSTALLATION

8mm

48mm

WIRING

66mm
81mm

To wire the unit, an 11 pin socket is required. The
unit can either be DIN rail mounted or panel
mounted using the supplied mounting bracket.
For panel mounting, place the unit in the cutout,
then slide the bracket forward over the rear of the
unit so that the tabs catch in the grooves on the
housing and the bracket is as far forward as
possible. Tighten the panel mount screws until
there is a snug fit against the panel. Do not
overtighten.

Output #1
(Timed)

AC Power

Start
Inhibit

4

3

2

Neutral

(–)

B506-7001/2

Reset

6

5

1

11

7

10

Power

B506-7051/2

Reset

Start

Inhibit

6

5

8

9

Output #2
(Timed or Batch)

4

3

2

1

L1
(+)

Neutral
(-)

6

5

4

3

2

1

11

7

10

Warning: Do Not connect a coil in parallel with the start

8

9

signal for the B506, as pictured at left. Such a
connection will cause the start signal to be continuously
active. This situation also applies to the Reset and
Inhibit inputs.

Power

7

8

9

10

11

L1
(+)

AC Power

2

OPERATION

FRONT PANEL OPERATION

I/O Status Indicators

Illuminates to display when an input or output is
active: "IN' for the start input, "O1" and "O2" for
the timed outputs.

Preset 2 Indicator

Illuminates to indicate that the Preset 2 is being
shown on the lower display.

Numeric Keys

Each of the number keys is used to
increment the value of the
corresponding digit of the preset or a
parameter value.

O1

Primary Display

In Control Mode: Displays the
current time value associated with
the displayed preset or the batch
value (if configured).

In Program Mode: Displays the
Parameter Description.

Time Range Indicator

Illuminates to show the time base: H for
hours, M for minutes, S for seconds.
Multiple indicators will be illuminated
when the time base is Hours:Minutes or
Minutes:Seconds. During timing
operation the illuminated LED will flash.

EAGLE SIGNAL

IN

1234

O2
P2

1234

H
M
S
B

Batch Indicator

Illuminates to indicate that the Batch Count
Value and Batch Preset are being displayed.

Set Value

4 3 2 1

E

P

In Control Mode: Displays the settable
value used to trigger the timed
output(s) and the batch count (if
configured).

In Program Mode: Displays the current
selection for the chosen parameter.

Edit Key

In Control Mode: With "P" key, resets the displayed value.

In Program Mode: Scrolls between the applicable choices for the

currently displayed parameter.

CONTROL MODE

Preset 1 Display

EAGLE SIGNAL

IN

O1

1234

O2

P2

P 40

4 3 2 1

E

Program Key

In Control Mode: Depressing the key will scroll the display
among the preset and batch displays. Holding the key
down for 3 seconds will shift the unit into Program Mode.

In Program Mode: Depressing the key will scroll the
display from one parameter to the next. Holding the key
down for 3 seconds will shift the unit back to Control
Mode.

Preset 2 Display

EAGLE SIGNAL

H
M
S
B

P

P

IN

O1

1234

O2
P2

1234

4 3 2 1

E

H
M
S
B

P

P

Batch Display

EAGLE SIGNAL

IN

O1

4321

O2

P2

5555

4 3 2 1

E

H
M
S
B

P

The lower display will indicate the
value for Preset 1 in one of two
manners:

In Standard Mode: Will display the
time interval for the 1st operation of
the cycle.

In Percentage Mode: Will display the %
of the total time base (P2) applied to
the 1st operation of the cycle.

The lower display will indicate the value
for Preset 2 in one of two manners:

In Standard Mode: Will display the time
interval for the 2nd operation of the
cycle.

In Percentage Mode: Will display the
total time base for the cycle.

The upper display will indicate the
current Batch Count Value, while the
lower display will indicate the Batch
Preset. A setting of "0" will disable
output 2.

Note: The Batch Display will not
appear if "int" is chosen as the
function for Output 2 in Program
Mode.

3

CONFIGURATION

PROGRAM MODE

• Enter the Program Mode by holding down the "P" key for 3 seconds

• Press the "P" key to move the top display from one parameter to the next

• Press the "E" key to scroll the bottom display through the available choices for that parameter

• While in Program Mode, the unit will halt operation. Changes will only become effective after re
turning to Control Mode by holding down the "P" key for 3 seconds

P

For 3 Seconds

Func

PErC

P

out2

1nt

P

bFnC

StoP

P

Operating Function: Determines how the time periods for the repeat cycle will be set. Choices are:

• Percentage (PErC): Preset one is input as a percentage of the total time base which is
set in Preset 2.

• Standard (Std): Preset one represents the amount of time that output 1 will be "On"
during the cycle. Output 2 represents the "Off" time in the cycle. The time range for
each output is independently settable.

Note: The following parameter will not appear if "Standard" is chosen as the Operating
Function. In that instance, Output 2 will default to "Batch Count".

Output 2 Operation: Determines the functionality of the 2nd output. Choices are:

• Interval (int): Output 2 parallels the operation of Output 1.

• Batch Count (bC): Output 2 will be activated after a preset amount of Cycles is
completed. The preset value is input in the Batch Count screen in Control Mode.

Note: The following parameter will not appear if "Percentage" and "Interval" are
chosen for the first two settings.

Batch Function: Determines how the time cycle will be affected when the Batch Count Preset is
reached. Choices are:

• Stop (StoP): The timing cycle will halt after the number of cycles set for the Batch Count
is completed. To activate another cycle, it is necessary to reset the unit and provide a
start signal.

• Continue (Cont): The timing cycle will continue until a reset signal is received.

Note: The following parameter will not appear if "Percentage" and "Interval" are
chosen for the first two settings.

bct

0000

4

Batch Count Output: Sets the duration of Output 2, within a range from 1 second to 9999 seconds.
A setting of 0000 will latch the output until a reset signal is received.

CONFIGURATION

P

1st Operation: Determines whether the time cycle will start with an "On" operation (Output 1

1St

On

P

active) or an "Off" operation (Output 1 inactive). Please note that since preset 1 and preset 2
apply to Operation 1 and Operation 2 respectively, changing this parameter will also affect the
function of each preset (ie: Preset 1 will change from the On time to the Off time, if "Off" is
chosen for this parameter).

trn1

P

dEC1

P

trn2

P

Time Range 1 : Sets the unit of measure for the time values that will be used for Preset 1.
Choices are:

• Seconds

• Minutes

• Hours

• Minutes:Seconds

• Hours:Minutes

Note: The following parameter will not appear if "Minutes:Seconds" or
"Hours:Minutes" is chosen for Time Range 1.

Decimal Position for Time Range 1: Determines the resolution of the selected time range.
Settable from 0000 to 0.000

Note: The following parameter will not appear if "Percentage" is chosen as the
Operating Function.

Time Range 2 : Sets the unit of measure for the time values that will be used for Preset 2.
Choices are:

• Seconds

• Minutes

• Hours

• Minutes:Seconds

• Hours:Minutes

dEC2

uP

P

tdir

uP

Note: The following parameter will not appear if "Minutes:Seconds" or
"Hours:Minutes" is chosen for Time Range 2.

Decimal Position for Time Range 2: Determines the resolution of the selected time range.
Settable from 0000 to 0.000

Timing Direction: Determines whether the time values for Preset 1 and 2 will increment from
zero and change the state of the output at the set value (uP) or decrement from the set value and
change the state of the output at zero (dn).

5

CONFIGURATION

P

Power Reset Enable: After a loss of power, the unit can be programmed to either reset

PrSt

On

P

FrSt

On

P

SLuL

0

upon reapplication of power (On) or continue from the point of power interruption (OFF).

Front Panel Reset Enable: When active (On), the timing operation can be reset in Control
Mode by simultaneously pressing the "E" and "P" keys. If inactive (OFF), the timing operation
can only be reset through the remote input.

Security Level: 4 different levels of security are available:

0 = Full Access

1 = SP Locked Out

2 = Access to Program Mode only by holding the "P" key for 10 seconds

3 = SP Locked Out and access to Program Mode only by holding the "P" key for 10
seconds

Func

Std

bFnC

bct

1sSt

trn1

dEc!

Program Mode Overview

PErc

bC

H:M, or M:S

Out2

int

Func

=

Std

Yes

trn2

dEc2

tdir

PrSt

FrSt

No

H:M, or M:S

6

SLuL

CONFIGURATION

TIMING DIAGRAMS

Repeat Cycle - Batch/Continue Repeat Cycle - Batch/Stop

Start

P2

Out 1

Out 2/
Batch

Reset

P1

1 2 3

Activates Deactivates

Cycle
Timing

Batch
Count

Output 1

On leading edge of start
signal

Accumulates after each
complete cycle

On leading edge of start
signal or after completion of
P1 - based on programming

Output 2 When the Batch Count Value

equals the Batch Preset

On deassertion of the Start
Signal or Reset

On reaching the Batch Count
Preset Value or Reset

On completion of P1 or Reset

On completion of the Batch
Count Time or Reset

Start

Out 1

Out 2/
Batch

Reset

Cycle
Timing

Batch
Count

Output 1

Output 2

P1 P2

1 2 3

Activates Deactivates

On leading edge of start
signal

Accumulates after each
complete cycle

On leading edge of start
signal or after completion of
P1 - based on programming

When the Batch Count Value
equals the Batch Preset

The inhibit input will halt the timing functions while asserted, but leave
the outputs in their current state. Setting the Batch Count Preset to zero
will disable output 2.

The inhibit input will halt the timing functions while asserted, but leave
the outputs in their current state. Setting the Batch Count Preset to zero
will disable output 2.

P2

On completion of the Batch
Count Value, deassertion of the
Start Signal or Reset

On reaching the Batch Count
Preset Value or Reset

On completion of P1 or Reset

On completion of the Batch
Count Time or Reset

Repeat Cycle - Interval

Start

P2

Out 1

Out 2

Reset

P1

P1

P2

Activates Deactivates

Cycle
Timing

Output 1

On leading edge of start
signal

On leading edge of start

On deassertion of the Start
Signal or Reset

On completion of P1 or Reset
signal or after completion of
P1 - based on programming

Output 2

Mirrors output 1

Mirrors output 1

The inhibit input will halt the timing functions while asserted, but leave
the outputs in their current state.

7

GENERAL

ORDERING INFORMATION

SPECIFICATIONS

Inputs

Start: NPN or Dry Contact
Reset: NPN or Dry Contact
Inhibit: NPN or Dry Contact
Activation Time: 4 ms (B506-7XX2), 21 ms (B506-

7XX1)

Impedance: 10 KΩ

Outputs

Relay (B506-700X): 2 SPDT (5 amp) - 15 ms latency
Transistor (B506-705X): NPN Open Collector - 30 VDC, 30

mA max

Physical

Dimensions: 48mm x 48mm, 85mm deep
Mounting: Panel Mounting 45mm x 45mm

cutout or DIN rail
Wiring Connection: Via 11 pin plug in socket
Weight: 100 grams (3.5 ounces)

ORDERING INFORMATION

Operation

Supply Voltage: 85 - 264 VAC 50/60Hz, or 24 VAC/VDC
Power Consumption: < 10 VA max @ 240 VAC, 200 mA @ 24

VDC

Time Ranges: Hours, Minutes, Seconds, Hours:Minutes,

Minutes:Seconds

Resolution: Settable for XXXX or XX.XX for Hours,

Minutes and Seconds ranges
Operating Modes: Repeat Cycle
Repeat Accuracy: + 0.01%
Display: Dual line, 4 digit, 7 segment LED - 8mm

high
Memory: EEPROM retains settings when power is

disengaged
Electrical Service Life: 100,000 cycles at full load
Mechanical Service Life: 10 million cycles at min. load

Environmental

Front Panel Rating: IEC IP65

Operating Temperature: 0° to 55° C (32° to 131° F)
Storage Temperature: -40° to 90° C (-40° to 194° F)

Humidity: 5% to 95% RH non-condensing
Approvals: UL, CUL recognized - File #97337, CE

certified

Description Model #

Repeat Cycle Timer, Relay Out, 90-240 VAC B506-7001

Repeat Cycle Timer, Relay Out, 24 VDC B506-7002

Repeat Cycle Timer, NPN trans Out, 90-240 VAC B506-7051

Repeat Cycle Timer, NPN trans Out, 24 VAC/DC B506-7052

Description Model #

11 Pin Socket - DIN Rail Mount 60SR2P06

11 Pin Socket - Outward facing terminals PBT-03172

WARRANTY

Standard B506 products manufactured by the Company are
warranted to be free from defects in workmanship and material for
a period of two years from the date of shipment, and products
which are defective in workmanship or material will be repaired or
replaced, at the option of the Company, at no charge to the Buyer.
Final determination as to whether a product is actually defective
rests with the Company. The obligation of the Company hereunder
shall be limited solely to repair and replacement of products that
fall within the foregoing limitations, and shall be conditioned upon
receipt by the Company of written notice of any alleged defects or
deficiency promptly after discovery within the warranty period, and
in the case of components or units purchased by the Company, the
obligation of the Company shall not exceed the settlement that the
Company is able to obtain from the supplier thereof. No products
shall be returned to the Company without its prior consent.

Printed in U.S.A.
#702120-0001
Sept 1997
Revision none

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Products which the Company consents to have returned shall be
shipped F.O.B. the Company's factory. The Company cannot assume
responsibility or accept invoices for unauthorized repairs to its
components, even though defective. The life of the products of the
Company depends, to a large extent, upon the type of usage thereof,
and THE COMPANY MAKES NO WARRANTY AS TO FITNESS OF ITS
PRODUCTS FOR SPECIFIC APPLICATIONS BY THE BUYER NOR AS
TO PERIOD OF SERVICE UNLESS THE COMPANY SPECIFICALLY
AGREES OTHERWISE IN WRITING AFTER THE PROPOSED USAGE
HAS BEEN MADE KNOWN TO IT.

THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL
OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT
NOT LIMITED TO ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

Danaher Controls

1675 Delany Road

Gurnee, IL 60031–1282

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]