Mitsubishi AL-6MR-A, AL-10MR-D, AL-10MR-A, AL-10MT-D, AL-20MR-D Hardware Manual
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Foreword
• This manual contai ns text, diag r ams and explanati ons whic h wil l guid e the rea der in th e corre ct ins tal latio n,
safe use and operation of the α Series and should be read and understood before attempting to install or
use the unit.
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• If in doubt at any stage during the installation of the
neer who is qualified and trained to the local and national standards. If in doubt about the operation or use
of the
• This manual is subject to change without notice.
Series pl ease consult the nearest Mitsubishi Electri c distributor.
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Manual number : JY992D74201
Manual revision : J
Date : April 2002
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Guidelines for the safety of the user and protection of equipment
This manual is written to be use d by trained and co mpe tent per so nnel for instal latio n of this equ ipment as defi ned b y
the European directives for machinery, low voltage and EMC. A technician or engineer trained in the local and
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national electrical st andard s sho uld pe rform all tasks associate d with th e el ectrical wiring of the
Throughout t his manual symbols a re used t o highli ght inform ation rela ting to th e user’s personal safety and prote c-
tion of the equipment. When any of these symbols are encountered, the associated note must be read and understood.
Symbols are:
1) The identified danger will cause physical and property damage.
2) The identified danger could cause physical and property damage.
• Under no circumstances will MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC be liable or responsible for any consequential damage that may arise as a
result of installation or use of this equipment.
• All example and diagrams shown in this manual are intended to aid understanding and do not guarantee operation. MITSUBISHI
ELECTRIC will accept no responsibility for actual use of this product based on these examples.
• Due to the great variety of possible applications for this equipment, the user must assess the suitability of this product for specific
applications.
• If the controller breaks for any reason, please have safety procedures in plac e to stop any connected equipment in a saf e manner.
• Do not replace electrical parts or try to repair an α Series product in any way.
Series controllers .
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• Please dispose of the
Series product in accordance with local and national standards.
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Table of Contents
Guideline...................................................................................................................................ii
1. Introduction............................................................................................................1
2. Hardware Specification......................................................................................... 3
2.1 Available Models.......................................................................................................... 3
2.2 Power Supply Specification ........................................................ ................................. 4
2.3 Input Specification........................................................................................................ 6
2.4 Output Specification..................................................................................................... 8
2.5 General Specification................................................................................................... 9
3. Installation............................................................................................................11
3.1 DIN RAIL Mounting.................................................................................................... 11
3.2 Termination at Screw Terminals................................................................................ 11
3.3 Installation Mounting Notes........................................................................................ 12
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4. Wiring ...................................................................................................................15
4.1 Installation Wiring Notes............................................................................................ 15
4.2 Wire Size and Specifications .............................................................. ....................... 15
4.3 Power Supply............................................................................................................. 16
4.4 Recommended Power Input Wiring Diagram............................................................. 16
4.5 AC Input Wiring.......................................................................................................... 17
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4.5.1 AC Input Wiring Diagr a m.......................... ......................................... .................. 17
4.6 Wiring Diagrams for the Sink/Source Terminals........................................................ 18
4.6.1 Source (“+” Common) Input Wiring Diagram....................................................... 1 8
4.6.2 Sink ("-" Common) Input Wiring Diagram............................................................ 18
4.7 Output Relay and Transistor Wiring........................................................................... 19
4.7.1 Relay Output Wiring Diagram (AC and/or DC).................................................... 19
4.7.2 Transistor Output (Source or “+” Common Only) Wiring Diagram ...................... 20
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6. How to Use
Series Terminal Layout....................................................................................21
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6.1 Connecting Two Blocks ................................................................... ...................... .... 23
6.2 Accessing Blocks ......................................................................................................24
6.3 Setting Function Block Parameters............................................. ..................... .......... 25
6.4 Exiting, Running, and Stopping the Program........................... ... .. ...................... ....... 25
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1. Introduction
The simple, friendly α Series has been designed for use around your home, office, factory.... anywhere that
requires a flexible supervisor y control function. Every module allows you to read signals and set outputs
according to particular conditions or time settings defined by you, the user. Plus the built-in programmable
display allows you to check the status of your system anytime.
Special features of the
• Direct (on-device) programming capability
• High current output capability
•Small size
• Easy access programming port
• EEPROM cassette program storage capability
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• Built-in Real Time Clock as standard
• Windows based programming package, AL-PCS/WIN-E
• Plus a full range of support documentation and Training packages
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irrigation, doors, gates, simple secur ity systems, greenhouses, air fans, etc. The Real Time Clock can be
used as a power saving device to automatically turn the equipment On/Off at scheduled times.
Debug prog r ams c ar efully b efore installin g i n automate d e quipmen t. The
in life critical or fail safe applications.
Contact your dealer for more information.
Series is designed to be used in the following automatic applications: lighting, air conditioning,
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Hardware Specification 2
2.
Hardware
Specification
2.1 Available Models
Table 2.1:Model Table
Input Output Dimensions Weight
Model Power Supply
Type Number Type Number mm (inches) kg (lbs)
AL-6MR-A
AL-10MR-A 6 RELAY 4
AL-10MR-D
AL-10MT-D 6 TRANSISTOR 4
AL-20MR-A
AL-20MR-D
AL-20MT-D 12 TRANSISTOR 8
* Without Special Connection Mo dules.
100 - 240V
AC~
24V DC
100 - 240V
AC~
24V DC
100 - 240V
AC~
24V DC
Sink/Source
100 - 240V
AC~
24V DC
Sink/Source
4RELAY 2
6RELAY 4
12 RELAY 8
12 RELAY 8
71.2 x 90 x 55
(2.80 x 3.54 x
2.17)
124.6 x 90 x 55
(4.91 x 3.54 x
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0.20
(0.44)
0.32
(0.70)*
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2.2 Power Supply Specification
Table 2.2: Power Supply Specifications
Description Code Specification
Power Supply
Maximum Momentary Power
Failure
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AL -***-A 100 - 240V AC~, +10% -15%, 50 - 60 Hz
AL-***-D 24V DC, +20% -15%
AL-***-A 10ms
AL-***-D 5ms
In-rush Current
Maximum Power Consumption
(without Special Connection
Modules)
240V AC~ (120V AC~) <
24 V DC <
AL-6MR-A, 264V AC~ 3.0 W
AL-10MR-A, 264V AC~ 4.0 W
AL-10MR-D, 28.8V DC 3.0 W
AL-10MT-D, 28.8V DC 2.0 W
AL-20MR-A, 264V AC~ 8.0 W
AL-20MR-D, 28.8V DC 7.0 W
AL-20MT-D, 28.8V DC 5.0 W
1.5 Amp (0.7 Amp)
7.0 Amp
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Table 2.2: Power Supply Specifications
Description Code Specification
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AL-6MR-A, 240V AC~ I/O all On - 2.5 W, I/O all Off - 1.5 W
AL-6MR-A, 120V AC~ I/O all On - 2.0 W, I/O all Off - 1.2 W
AL-10MR-A, 240V AC~ I/O all On - 3.0 W, I/O all Off - 1.5 W
Typical Power Consumption
(without Special Connection
Modules)
AL-10MR-A, 120V AC~ I/O all On - 2.5 W, I/O all Off - 1.2 W
AL-10MR-D, 24V DC I/O all On - 2.0 W, I/O all Off - 0.3 W
AL-10MT-D, 24V DC I/O all On - 2.0 W, I/O all Off - 0.3 W
AL-20MR-A, 240V AC~ I/O all On - 5.0 W, I/O all Off - 1.5 W
AL-20MR-A, 120V AC~ I/O all On - 4.0 W, I/O all Off - 1.2 W
AL-20MR-D, 24V DC I/O all On - 5.0 W, I/O all Off - 0.3 W
AL-20MT-D, 24V DC I/O all On - 5.0 W, I/O all Off - 0.3 W
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2.3 Input Specification
Table 2.3: AC Input Specifications
Description AC Inp ut Specific ation
Input Voltage 100 - 240V AC~, +10% -15%, 50 - 60 Hz
Input Current 0.24mA / 240V AC~, see Note 1
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Input Impedance >
OFF to ON/ ON to OFF 80V/40V
Response Time ~ 50ms
Isolation Circuit None
Operation Indication Liquid Crystal Display
Table 2.4: DC Input Specifications
Description Sink (“-” Common) Source (“+ ” Common)
Input Voltage 24V DC +20% -15% 24V DC +20% -15%
Input Current 5.0 mA / 24V DC 5.0 mA / 24V DC
OFF to ON/ ON to OFF
Response Time (I01 - I08) 10 - 20 ms 10 - 20 ms
Response Time (I09 - I12) 20 - 40 ms 20 - 40 ms
Isolation Circuit None None
800 kOhms
Current: >
Voltage: <
4.3mA / < 1.1 mA
4V / > 18V
Vo ltage: > 18V / < 4V
Operation Indication Liquid Crystal Display
Note 1 - Current leakage from the sensors connected to the inputs might provide enough current to turn the
controller On. Do not use two wire sensors.
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Table 2.5: Analog Input Specifications
Description Analog Input Specification
AL-10M*-D 6 Channels: I01 - I06
AL-20M*-D 8 Channels: I01 - I08
Analog Input Range 0 - 250
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Resolution 10000/250 mv
Conversion Speed 10 ms
Input Voltage 0 - 10V DC
Input Impedance 150 kOhm or higher
Overall Accuracy +/- 5% (0.5V DC)
Offset Value = 0 at 0V DC
Offset/Gain
Temperatur e Drift +/- 3 LSB
Gain Value: 0 - 10V = 0 - 250
These default values can be changed in the Offset FB
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2.4 Output Specification
Table 2.6:Relay Output Specifications
Description Relay Specification
Switched Voltage 250V AC~ or less, 30V DC or less
Max. Resistive Load (AL-6M ** or AL-10M**) 8A / common (10A/common for 110V AC~ outputs)
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Contact Life Cycle / Re sistance Load
Minimum Load 50mW (10mA at 5V DC)
Max. Inductive Load 245 VA (1/3 hp)/ 125 VAC~, 367 VA (1/2 h p) / 250 VAC~
Response Time 10ms or less
Operation Indication Liquid Crystal Disp lay
Isolation Circuit By Relay
Table 2.7: Transistor Output Specifications (Source Type only)
Description Transistor Specification
Switched Voltage 5 - 24V DC (+20%, -5%)
Max. Resistive Load 1A / point (8 - 24V DC), 0.1A / point (5 - 8V DC)
Minimum Load 1.0mA
Max. Inductive Load 1A / 24V DC (24 W)
Max. Lamp Load 0.125 A / 24V DC (3.0 W)
100,000 Cycles at 8 Amps / 240V AC~ or 24V DC
30,000 Cycles at 10 Amps / 110V AC~
Response Time On/Off, Off/On (approx) <
Open Circuit Current Leakage <
Operation Indication Liquid Crystal Disp lay
Isolation Circuit None
1 ms
0.1mA / 24V DC
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2.5 General Specification
Table 2.8:Environmental and Electrical Specifications
Description Specification
Progra mming Method Function Bloc k
Program Capacity 64 Function Blocks or 1500 bytes
Program Storage Built in EEPROM (no battery backup required) or opt ion al EEPROM cassette
Device Backup 20 Days at 25°C (by capacitor)
RTC Backup 20 Days at 25°C (by capacitor)
RTC Accuracy 5 seconds / day
Operating Temperature 0 - 55 °C
Storage Temperature (-30) - 70 °C
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Vibration Resistance - D irect
Mounting
Vibration Resi stan ce - DIN Rail
mounting
Shock Resistance
Noise Immunity 1000Vpp, 1 microsecond, 30 - 100 Hz, tested by noise simulator
Humidity 35 - 85% Relative Humidity, no condensation
Dielectric withstand voltage
Conforms to IEC 68-2-6; 10-57 Hz: 0.15 mm Constant Amplitude
57-150 Hz: 19.6 m/s
Sweep Count for X,Y,Z: 10 times (80 minutes in each direction)
Conforms to IEC 68-2-6; 10-57 Hz: 0.075 mm Constant Amplitude
57-150 Hz: 9.8 m/s
Sweep Count for X,Y,Z: 10 times (80 minutes in each direction)
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Conforms to IEC 68-2-27: 147m/s
3 times in each direction X,Y, and Z
3750V AC > 1 min per EN60730-1 between the following points:
Power/Input Terminals and Relay Output Terminals
Relay Output Terminal and Relay Output Terminal
All Terminals and the DIN 43880 Control box or equivalent
Acceleration, Action Time: 11 ms
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Acceleration
2
Acceleration
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Table 2.8:Environmental and Electrical Specifications
Description Specification
Insulation Resistance
Type of Action EN 60730-1, Section 6.4.3 - Type 1C (Relay Output)
Type of Action EN 60730-1, Section 6.4.3 - Type 1Y (Transistor Output)
Software Class EN 60730-1, Section H6.18 - Class A
Construction of Control EN 60730-1, Section 6.15 - Incorporated Control
Whether the Control is electric EN 60730-1, Section H2.5.7 - Electric Control
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7 Mohm at 500V DC per EN60730-1 between the following points:
Power/Input Terminals and Relay Output Terminals
Relay Output Terminal and Relay Output Terminal
All Terminals and the DIN 43880 Control box or equivalent
Safety Class
Pollution Control For use in normal pollution situations
Grounding None
Electrical Isolation Reinforced primary/secondary insulation
Operation Ambience To be free of corrosive gases. Dust should be minimal.
Protection IP 20
Certifications CE, UL/cUL
Attestation of Conformity TÜV (AL-10MT-D, AL-10MR-D)
Complies with
Liquid Crystal Display
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UL 508
EN60730-1
EN61010-1
EN50081-1
EN50082-1
EN61000-6-2
Will display 4 lines of ten characters per line, Program Run On/Off mode,
Pas s w ord P rotect ion, Imag e Table, and Functio n Bloc ks during pr ogr ammi ng.
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3. Installation
Installation 3
Tab le 3.1: Front Panel Layout
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5
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2
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POWER
AC 100-240V
OUT
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3
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
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Ref. Item Description
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1 DIN-RAIL Mounting clips
2 Mounting ho le, D ia. 4.2 mm
AC INPUT
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3Power Terminals
4 Input Terminals
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5 Liquid Crystal Display
6 Operation keys
OK
AL-20MR-A
RELAY OUTPUT
7 Output Terminals
3.1 DIN RAIL Mounting
Units can be snap mou nted t o 35mm DIN ra il (DIN
OUT
OUT
OUT
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3
OUT
4
5
OUT
6
OUT
OUT
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7
EN 50022). To release pull the spring loaded clips
away from the rail and sli de the unit off and up.
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3.2 Termination at Screw Terminals
Cables terminati ng at a screw ter minal should be
fitted with insulated crimp terminals.
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3.3 Installation Mounting Notes
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The α Series’ safe design means the
user can install it almost anywhere but
the f ollowing points sho uld be taken into
consideration.
Do not install i n are as wit h: excessive or
conductive dust, corrosive or flammable
gas, moisture or rain , excessive heat,
regular impact shocks or excessive
vibration. Do not place in water or let
water leak onto the controller.
Do not allow debris to fall inside the unit
during installation.
Keep as far as possible from
high-voltage cables and power equipment.
The
Series Controller must be
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installed in ca bin ets which are designed
for the assembly of devices complyin g
to DIN 43880 or in a control box.
4.0(0.16")
90.0(3.54")
10(0.39")*
6.0(0.24")
POWER
AC 100/240V
RELAY OUTPUT
OUT3 OUT4OUT2OUT1
6.0(0.24")
71.2(2.80")
IN
34215L6N
AC INPUT
10(0.39")*
ESC
+
-
OK
4.0(0.16")
55.0(2.17")
Use size M4 screws when mounting by screw holes.
The connectors must be covered to prevent injury from contact with “live” wires.
* Leave a minimum of 10mm of space for ventilation between the top and bottom edges of the
troller and the enclosure walls.
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Do not disassemble the α Series controller. Ref er to the Memory Cassette Manual when ch anging th e Memory Cassette.
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4.0(0.16")
90.0(3.54")
10(0.39")*
6.0(0.24")
~
LN
POWER
AC 100-240V
OUT
OUT
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
OUT
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3
IN
AC INPUT
ESC
OK
AL-20MR-A
RELAY OUTPUT
OUT
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124.6(4.91")
10(0.39")*
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4.0(0.16")
OUT
5
OUT
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6.0(0.24")
OUT
8
OUT
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55.0(2.17")
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4. Wiring
4.1 Installation Wiring Notes
The wiring of α Series has been designed to be safe and easy. A technician or engineer trained in the local
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and national electrical standards should perform all tasks associated with the electrical wiring of the
controllers. Turn off the Power before performing any wiring operations.
• Input and output cables should not be run through the same multicore cable or share the same wire.
• Do not lay input/output cables near high voltage power cables.
Allow for voltage drop and noise interference with input/output lines used over an extended distance. Please
use wire that is properly sized for the current load.
4.2 Wire Size and Specifications
Wire the Inputs and Outpu ts using 26 - 12 AWG wire (0.13 mm2 - 3.31
2
mm
). Strip the wire to a length of 7 +- 0.5 mm (0.250 - 0.300 inches).
Please unscrew the terminal to its widest position before inserting a wire.
Insert the wire completely into the terminal to ensure that a proper connection can be made. Insert the wire into the terminal and tighten enough
to keep the wire from pulling free. To avoid damaging the wire, do not
exceed a maximum torque of 0.5 N⋅m. Please do not use tin, solder, or
any other substance on the stripped wire that might cause the wire strand
to break.
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The terminals will accept a 3mm flathead screwdriver.
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4.3 Power Supply
When wiring AC supplies the “Live” cable should be connected to the “L” ter minal and the “Neutral” cable
should be connected to the “N” terminal. Do NOT connect the “Live” wire to the “N” terminal, the user might
receive a dangerous shock on powerup.
When wiring DC supplies the “positive” cable should be connected to the "+" terminal and the negative cable
should be connected to the “-” terminal. On no account should the power supply terminals be connected to
any other terminal on the unit. DC Power Supply units should be capable of providing 4 Amperes of current
to the controller.
4.4 Recommended Power Input Wiring Diagram
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Table 4.1:Recommended Power Wiring
Ref. Item Description
Power Supply: AC~:100-240V
1
50-60Hz
DC: 24V
2 Circuit Isolation Device
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+−
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"L" and "N" terminals are not
reversible.
3 Emergency Stop
4 Power On Pilot Indicator
5
Circuit protection device - limit to
1.0 Amps
6 Power Supply for AC loads
7 Magnetic Switch Contact
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Base Unit
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4.5 AC Input Wiring
4.5.1 AC Input Wiring Diagram
Wiring 4
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reversible.
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Table 4.2: AC Input Typical Wiring
Ref. Item Description
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2 AC Power Terminals
3 Unused Terminals
4 Input Terminals
5 Digital Input Switches
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AC Po wer Sup ply, 100 - 240V AC~
50 - 60 Hz
Circuit Protection Device - Limit to
1.0 Amps
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4.6 Wiring Diagrams for the Sink/Source Terminals
4.6.1 Source (“+” Common) Input Wiring Diagram
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+−
Wiring 4
Table 4.3: Sink/Source Input Wiring
Ref. Item Description
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(A) (B)
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INPUTS
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4.6.2 Sink ("-" Common) Input Wiring Diagram
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1 DC Service Supply, 24V DC
2 DC Power Terminals
3 Sink/Source Input Wiring Terminals
4 Input Terminals
5 Sensor Input Switches
6 Analog Input
7
Circuit Protection Device - Limit to
1.0 Amps
+−
(A) (B) 1 2 3
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4.7 Output Relay and Transistor Wiring
4.7.1 Relay Output Wiring Diagram (AC and/or DC)
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OUT2 OUT3 OUT4
Wiring 4
Table 4.4: Relay Output Wiring
Ref. Item Description
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2 Mutually exclusive outputs
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5 Emergency Stop
6 DC Power Supply
7 AC Power Supply
Base Unit
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to 10 Amps per every four output terminals used.
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4.7.2 Transistor Output (Source or “+” Common Only) Wiring Diagram
Table 4.5: Transistor Output Wiring
Wiring 4
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+−
Ref. Item Description
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Base Unit
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(
+−
OUT1
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OUT2 OUT3 OUT4
3 Output Devices
Circuit Protection D evice - See
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Table 4.6 for Specifications
5 Emergency Stop
6 DC Power Supply for output
7Power Terminal
8 DC Power Supply, 24V DC
Circuit Protection Device
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- Limit to 1.0 Amps
Table 4.6: Tran si stor Output Circuit
Protection Table
Circui t V oltage Circuit Protection (Fuse)
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#
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5 Vo lt < 0.3 Amps per Circuit
12 Volt <
24 Volt <
Volt Output Terminal Notes
2.0 Amps per Circuit
2.0 Amps per Circuit
5 Each circuit can contain from on e output ter m inal up to every output te rminal.
12-24 Each circuit can contain from one output terminal up to every output terminal.
Using any combination of 5 Volt, 12 Volt, and 24 Volt outputs can be accomplished on the same
5,12,24
Series Controller if separate circuits are used for each voltage level.
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OUT1
AL-10MR-A
OUT2
IN
56
OUT3
OUT4
+−
(B)
1234
OUT1
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OUT2
IN
56
OUT3 OUT4
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Series Terminal Layout
AL-6MR-A, AC Input, Relay Output AL-10MR-A, AC Input, Relay Output
IN
LN 1234
AL-6MR-A
OUT1
OUT2
AL-10MR-D, DC Input, Relay Output AL-10MT-D, DC Input, Transistor Output
IN
+−
(A) (B)
1234
56
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AL-10MR-D
OUT1
OUT2
OUT3
OUT4
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AL-20MR-A, AC Input, Relay Output
LN
AL-20MR-A
OUT1
OUT2 OUT3 OUT5 OUT7OUT4 OUT6 OUT8
AL-20MR-D, DC Input, Relay Output
-
+
AL-20MR-D
(A) (B)
IN
IN
Series Terminal Layout 5
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121112345678910
OUT1
OUT2 OUT3 OUT5 OUT7OUT4 OUT6 OUT8
AL-20MT-D, DC Input, Transistor Output
IN
-
+
AL-20MT-D
OUT1 OUT2
(A) (B)
OUT3 OUT5 OUT7OUT4 OUT6 OUT8
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6. How to Use
Series controllers use Function Block Programming. In this style of programming, Function Blocks are con-
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nputs, front panel Keys, System M bits, Function Block s, and System Outputs.
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A screen showing the date, time, and image table (input and output status) will show when the controller is
turned On. Hit any key to proceed to the To p Menu. Enter the ProgEdit mode with the OK key to begin programming.
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Series Controllers - Getting Started
6.1 Connecting Two Blocks
Function Blocks (FB) are connected by joining an output pin to an unused input
pin. The arrow is pointing to the output pin. The out pu t pin is always shown on
the right side of the function blocks. Unused Input pins are shown as “>” while
used input pins show as a solid triangles. Press the right arrow button to move
the screen to the r ight until the output pin is flashing. U se the “+” key to connect or “add” a FB. The “-” key will disconnect two devices.
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Press the “+” key. The FB options available for connection appear on the right
of the screen. Use the U p and Down arrows to move to the desired device to
add. The curren t cho ice will be blinking. A “Connect” prompt will app ear on the
top or bottom of the screen. Choose the desired connecting block with the OK
key
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Hourm eter
Pulse
F B S e l e c t
Tim e S W
AND
01 01
OUT
0 3
F L
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Simple Application Controller
Inputs, Keys, M bits, Function Blocks, and Outputs will automatically show
whenever they can be connected. Function Blocks must be added durin g the
course of progr ammin g.
To add a new FB, select AddFB. The AddFB menu will show the list of twentytwo function blocks (see function block descriptions at the end of this chapter).
Choose the appropriate block with the OK key.
Choose an open (“>”) input pin and ent er OK. The “connect” p rompt should
disappear from the screen - the two function blocks are now connected!
Output pins can be connected to multiple input pins but input pins can have
only one connection.
How to Use
Series Controllers - Getting Started 6
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6.2 Accessing Blocks
When the FB number is flashing, use the “+” and “-” keys to scroll through adjacently numbered blocks.
Ex. Input number 0 3 flashi ng on the d isplay. Pressing the “+” ke y will move the
screen to Input number 04. Inputs, Outputs, Keys, and Memory bits can be
accessed in this manner.
Function Blocks will perform the same operation but will scroll only through the
Function Blocks that have been added to the program.
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