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6.1Response after a power failure ................................................................. 27
6.2Response on failure of mTRON module ................................................... 27
1.1Preface
1 Introduction
Warranty
Data backup
Update CD
for paperless
recorder
Operating
Instructions
B 70.6570.2.1
If any problems should arise during start-up, you are asked not to
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For interlinking the modules, you will need the JUMO mTRON-iTOOL project
design software, which has been created especially for devices from the
mTRON series.
For this reason, the driver data for the paperless recorder must be re-installed
in the module library.
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carry out any manipulations on the unit. You could endanger your
rights under the warranty. Please contact the nearest subsidiary or
the head office in such a case.
Back up your configuration files at regular intervals.
If you reformat the hard disk, the projects that you have created with
the JUMO mTRON-iTOOL will also be deleted!
All necessary information for operating the interface is contained in
these operating instructions.
Please read this manual before starting up the interface. Keep the
manual in a place which is accessible to all users at all times.
Please assist us to improve this manual, where necessary.
The signs for Danger and Caution are used in this manual under the following
conditions:
DangerThis symbol is used when there may be danger to personnel if
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CautionThis symbol is used where special care is required when han-
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the instructions are disregarded or not followed correctly!
or data if the instructions are disregarded or not followed correctly!
dling components liable to damage through electrostatic discharge.
1.2.2 Note signs
NoteThis symbol is used when your attention is drawn to a special
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1.2.3 Presentation
FootnoteFootnotes are notes which refer to certain points in the text.
remark.
chapters or sections.
Footnotes consist of two parts:
Marking in the text and the footnote text.
The markings in the text are arranged as continuous super-
script numbers.
The footnote text (in smaller typeface) is placed at the bottom
of the text and starts with a number and a full stop.
0x0010Hexadecimal
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A hexadecimal number is identified by being preceded by a
“0x” (here: 16 decimal).
2.1Applications
The LON interface is available for the connection of external modules of the
JUMO mTRON automation system, in order to expand the functionality of the
paperless recorder.
All mTRON modules can be connected.
2.2System requirements
The following requirements have to be met for the connection of external modules to the recorder :
- Paperless recorder with LON interface
- Configured modules of the JUMO mTRON automation system
2.2.1 Configuring the mTRON modules
The mTRON modules are configured using the JUMO mTRON-iTOOL project
design software. A setup interface is required for connecting mTRON modules
to a PC.
2 General
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The JUMO mTRON-iTOOL project design software can only be
dispensed with if the mTRON modules have been configured by
JUMO GmbH & Co. KG prior to delivery. In order for this to happen,
the customer must have specified the required configuration in detail when ordering his measuring system.
The recorder can also operate without internal (built-in) analog
channels. In this case, the measurements are obtained exclusively
from the mTRON modules.
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2.3Identifying the interface
The LON interface is available as an extra. The contents of the menu
Device info r Interface show whether it is implemented in the system.
If the entry Device info r Interface 21 is set to “ExtExpansion”, the LON interface is available.
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3.1Connection diagram
Rear view
of the
paperless
recorder
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Interface
Connection
diagram
Connector 21
LON
The recorder is connected to the modules of the “JUMO mTRON automation
system” series using the connections Net_A and Net_B. The technical details
are described in the corresponding installation instructions for the mTRON
modules. Further information on bus termination can be taken from Chapter
3.2 “Connecting configured mTRON modules”.
When connecting the LON interface, care must be taken not to mix
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up connectors 20 and 21. Connector 20 is reserved for the serial
interface. Measurements, as well as device and process data, can
be read out from the recorder with the aid of the serial interface.
The connection and functionality of the serial interface are explained in detail in the Interface Description B 70.6570.2.0.
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3.2Connecting configured mTRON modules
The mTRON modules are connected to the recorder using a screened twisted
pair. The pre-configured mTRON modules are labelled according to customer
specification.
Example: 1 paperless recorder and 2 analog input modules
In the example shown, two analog input modules are connected to the recorder in the “line structure” type of connection. The physical ends (recorder and
module 2) must be fitted with a termination resistor.
The bus termination resistor (50Ω) of the recorder is activated through a wire
link between pin 4 and pin 8 (see Chapter 3.1 “Connection diagram”).
Further details on the bus termination of the analog input modules can be obtained from the installation instructions for the modules.
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Line structure
Ring structure
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A screened twisted pair is used as a transmission line. The connection can be
made as a line, ring, star or mixed structure (free topology).
Each physical end is provided with a termination resistance of 100Ω, which is
activated by a switch on the module.
Chapter 3.3 “Setting the LON termination resistance”
In this wiring arrangement, the network remains functional even when there is
an interruption. The termination resistance of any module in the ring must be
set to 50Ω.
Chapter 3.3 “Setting the LON termination resistance”
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Star structure
The termination resistance of any module in the star must be set to 50Ω.
Chapter 3.3 “Setting the LON termination resistance”
Mixed
structure
The termination resistance of any module must be set to 50Ω.
Chapter 3.3 “Setting the LON termination resistance”
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3.3Setting the LON termination resistance
mTRON
modules
The switches for the termination resistance of the LON network are located on the
front of the module, below the setup interface.
h Using a screwdriver, max. blade width 3mm, move both switches to the required
position
switch position down: termination resistance is active (1)
switch position up: termination resistance is inactive (2)
Paperless
recorder
The bus termination resistance (50Ω) of the recorder is activated through a
wire link between pins 4 and 8 (see Chapter 3.1 “Connection diagram”)
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4.1Device info
Two function keys are available in the recorder menu Device info, which can be
used for communication and service purposes.
4 Operation and visualization
Service
Wink
“Wink”
message
ServiceThe “service-pin message” is only required with simultaneous use of the
A “Wink” message causes all the connected mTRON modules to flash their
service LEDs for 10 seconds at one second intervals (display “Wink received”
on the operating unit 70.4035). This function enables the identification of
mTRON modules which are not contacted by the recorder.
Independently of the “Wink” function, the service LED of an
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JUMO mTRON-iTOOL project design software. Using this function, the position of the recorder that is connected can be determined within iTOOL and reported (“joining”).
mTRON module flashes if a fault occurs in the module. The blink
characteristics of the mTRON module are described in the corresponding installation instructions.
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4.2External analog inputs
The external analog inputs which are connected are configured in the recorder
menu Configuration
1 — 24” or “External counter 1 — 2” has to be selected for this purpose.
➔ Analog inputs. One of the menu entries “External input
After an external input has been selected, its configuration menu will appear
on pressing the key.
Only the parameters “Scaling start”, “Scaling end” and the sub-menu “Additional parameters” are available here. All other parameters for the mTRON
modules are either pre-configured ex-factory to customer specification, or
have to be altered using the JUMO mTRON-iTOOL project design software.
The parameters which are available are described in detail in the Operating Instructions B 70.6570.0
Sampling cycleThe external analog inputs are registered by the recorder with a maximum de-
lay of 1 second.
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4.3External logic inputs
The menu Configuration ➔ Digital signal name is available for the external logic inputs that are connected.
Ater selecting the menu entry “External input 1 — 6” and subsequently press-
4 Operation and visualization
ing the
This identification is shown in different graphical representations on the re-
corder.
Sampling cycleThe external logic inputs are registered by the recorder with a maximum delay
of 1 second.
key, a character string can be entered that will identify the input.
4.4External counters
The two inputs (external counters 1 — 2) are a special feature. They are intended for connection to the counter outputs of two mTRON analog input
modules. Each counter contains the result of a hardware pulse counter of the
Neuron firmware for two cycles of the mTRON analog input module (one cycle
= 420msec) and has 16 bit (without sign). Up to 65535 pulses in 840msec can
be counted in this way.
The counters are configured via the menu Configuration
➔ Counters.
➔ Control functions
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4.5Group configuration
In the recorder menu Configuration ➔ Grp configuration, the inputs that are
externally connected are assigned to recorder groups.
Assignment of the hardware inputs (internal and
external) to the channels of
the group
Assignment of the hardware inputs (internal and
external), or of the signals
generated by software,
to the digital channels of
the group.
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This chapter contains all the information necessary to establish a connection
between the paperless recorder and the mTRON modules, using the
JUMO mTRON-ITOOL project design software.
The data between the recorder and the mTRON modules are exchanged via
LON network variables (NVs) which are “bound” with the aid of the iTOOL project design software. The same conditions apply (bus transfer parameters) as
for all mTRON modules. For further information, please refer to the mTRON
system manual.
5.1Establishing a network connection
The setup interface of an mTRON module is used to provide the connection
between the PC (iTOOL) and the mTRON modules. As long as a module is
used for configuration purposes (setup connector plugged-in), it is not active.
All the other mTRON modules continue to operate unchanged during configuration.
The setup interface of the recorder can not be used for this purpo-
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5.2Input network-variables
Values and operating signals from other modules can be transferred to the recorder via the network through the input network-variables.
List of input
network variables
Transfer rateAll “bound” network variables are transferred within a maximum of one
NameTypeExplanation
Bool_In01
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Bool_In06
Real_In01
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Real_In24
Counter_In01
Counter_In02
second.
logicThe “external logic inputs” of the recorder are
provided via these variables.
v Section 4.3 “External logic inputs”
float valueThe “external analog inputs” of the recorder
are provided via these variables.
v Section 4.2 “External analog inputs”
longThe “external counters” of the recorder are
provided via these variables.
v Section 4.4 “External counters”
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5.3Output network-variables
The internal analog and logic inputs, as well as the two counters of the recorder, can be transferred via the network to other modules, using the output network-variables. In conjunction with a logic module (70.4030), for example,
eight measurement inputs can thus be logically linked.
List of output
networkvariables
NameTypeExplanation
Bool_Out01
.
.
.
Bool_Out06
logicThe “internal logic inputs” of the recorder can
be accessed via these variables.
Real_Out01
.
.
.
Real_Out12
Counter01
Counter02
Transfer rateAll “bound” network variables are transferred within a maximum of one
second.
float valueThe “internal analog inputs” of the recorder
can be accessed via these variables.
float valueThe “internal counters” of the recorder can be
accessed via these variables.
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5.4Parameter setting
Basic menu
Module name
Name of the module
Setup dialog
The functions of the
module are assigned
to setup dialogs
OK
for entering and storing
all inputs
Cancel
for cancelling inputs.
The data are not stored.
Edit
for editing parameters
in the setup dialog which is marked
Info text
provides information
on the setup dialog
which is marked
Help
calls up the help text for the basic menu
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5.4.1 Module settings
A characteristic designation for the paperless recorder is provided here. Through assignment of a module name, for example, several recorders which are connected to the
system can be differentiated more easily.
Setup dialog
Parameter
ParameterSelection/settingsExplanation
Module name
[16 characters]
■ = factory setting [ ] = short name in the operating unit
Further setup dialogs are not available for the recorder. All the other settings
for the recorder have to be made either through its setup program, or from the
instrument keys.
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LOGOSCREENName of the module (16 characters)
By assigning different module names, several recorders can be
operated in one LON network.
5.5mTRON modules
All available mTRON modules can be linked to the recorder.
5.5.1 mTRON operating unit
If an mTRON operating unit is connected to the LON network, it can be used
to read all the network variables (except the input counter) at the “current module data” level.
5.5.2 Communications module
The communications module enables remote monitoring of the recorder and
the mTRON modules. The addresses required for establishing a connection to
the recorder using the communications module are described in the “JUMO
mTRON communications module” system manual. All the network variables
(except the input counter) of the recorder can be addressed.
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5.6Project design example
The JUMO mTRON-iTOOL project design software must be used if no configured mTRON modules are available, or if these have to be reconfigured.
When operating the software it is essential to follow a defined path.
- Selection of the software module from the module library
- Configuration of the mTRON modules
- Binding of the input and output network variables
- Transfer of project to the modules (download)
Selection of
the software
modules
The modules available in the module library can be dragged into the working
area by keeping the left mouse button pressed down (drag & drop). Each module can subsequently have a name assigned.
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Configuring the
mTRON
modules
In order to connect a temperature probe to an mTRON module, this module
has to be configured.
This is done by clicking on the button with the left mouse button. A dialog
window appears in which first the entry Analog input (1) is selected, and then
the function (2) is called up.
In the dialog window which now opens, the required input can be configured.
Confirm the entry by pressing the key.
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Binding the
networkvariables
After the analog inputs have been successfully configured, the software inputs
and outputs are selected. To do this, it is necessary to change to the “bindings” level.
Afterwards all available inputs/outputs are made visible on the screen using
the buttons (analog input) and (LOGOSCREEN).
The bindings between input and output are made with the mouse (keep left
mouse button pressed down). The binding can be identified by a name which
can be selected.
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There are bindings that are not permitted (prohibition sign appears). It comes up, for instance, when an attempt is made to link
analog network variables to logic ones.
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Transferring the
project
The following steps have to be carried out before all settings can be transferred from the project design software to the recorder and the mTRON modules.
1. The button is used to establish the on-line connection to the modules.
2. Using the button, all modules that are physically available are
entered within the project design software.
3. The button is used to assign the modules that are physically
available to the software modules.
The project can now be transferred to the modules. The menu Network is
available for this purpose.
A check has first to be carried out using the function Network r Compile. Only
when the check has been successfully completed, can the project be transferred to the individual modules with the aid of the Network r Download
function.
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6.1Response after a power failure
After the supply voltage has been restored and the subsequent initialization
phase completed, all network-variables are reset to the correct values. The input and output counters continue to operate with the values present at the
time of the power interruption.
6.2Response on failure of mTRON module
When the recorder recognizes the failure of an mTRON module (within a maximum of 20 seconds after the failure) which provides values for its input network-variables, it triggers the “Error” event. Measurements are designated
“no measurement” (display “-------”), counters are assigned the value 0 and
logic inputs the value FALSE. In addition, the info symbol flashes and in the
menu Device info
Within a maximum of 10 seconds after rectifying the error, the alarm should
cease to be present within the recorder and the exchange of data should function again.
mTRON modules which have failed can only be recognized if there
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is at least one network-variable binding between them and the recorder.