Omron E5AK - PROGRAMMABLE TYPE, E5AK-T User Manual

E5AK

Digital Controller

Digital Controller (Programmable Type)

User's Manual

(Programmable Type)

Cat. No. H088-E1-01A

User's Manual

Cat. No. H088-E1-01A

Preface

The E5AKĆT is a highĆperformance programmable digital controller. The E5AKĆT alĆ
lows the user to carry out the following:

• Set program patterns to each step by time or ramp rise rate

• Execute advance, hold and reset step operations

• Execute continuous operation of all patterns and repeated operation of same patterns

• Check the start of each step or program end time by signals.

• Count time from the beginning of each step (time signal)

• Select from many types of temperature and analog input (multiĆinput)

• Support positionĆproportional control (positionĆproportional type controllers only)

• Select output functions such as control output or alarm output (output assignment)

• Use the HBA (heater burnout alarm) function (standard type controllers only)

• Monitor the control loop by LBA (Loop Break Alarm)

• Use the communications function

• Calibrate input or transfer output

• The E5AKĆT also features a watertight construction (NEMA4: equivalent to IP66).

This User's Manual describes how to use the E5AKĆT.
Before using your E5AKĆT thoroughly read and understand this manual in order to
ensure correct use.
Also, store this manual in a safe place so that it can be retrieved whenever necessary.

PRECAUTIONS IN USING THE PRODUCT

When the product is used under the circumstances or environment below, ensure adĆ
herence to limitations of the ratings and functions. Also, take countermeasures for
safety precautions such as failĆsafe installations.

(1) Use under circumstances or environments which are not described in this user's manual.

(2) Use for nuclear power control, railway, air craft, vehicle, incinerator, medical equipment, enterĆ

tainment equipment, safety device, etc.

(3) Use for applications where death or serious property damage is possible and extensive safety preĆ

cautions are required.

About this manual

(1) All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted,

in any form, or by any means, mechanical, electronic, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior
written permission of OMRON.

(2) Moreover, because OMRON is constantly striving to improve its high-quality products, the information in this

manual is subject to change without notice.

(3) Every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual. Nevertheless, if you find any errors or omis-

sions, please contact the branch of OMRON or sales office listed at the end of this manual, and inform them
of the catalog No. on the front cover.

I

Conventions Used in This Manual

JMeanings of Abbreviations

Sometimes the following abbreviations are used in parameter names, figures and in text exĆ
planations. These abbreviations mean the following:

Symbol Term

PV Process value

SP (Present) set point *1

LBA Loop break alarm

HB Heater burnout

AT AutoĆtuning

EU Engineering unit *2

*1 In program pattern diagrams, the present SP is indicated.

*2 C, m, g and other units are indicated for scaled data. However, EU" is used as the minimum

unit for the data. For example, for 50.02 (m)", 1EU is taken as the minimum unit 0.01 (m).

JHow to Read Display Symbols

The following tables show the correspondence between the symbols displayed on the displays
and alphabet characters.

ABCDEFGHI J KLM

NOPQRSTUVWXYZ

J“Reference” mark

This mark indicates that extra, useful information follows, such as supplementary explanations
and how to apply functions.

II

JHow This Manual is Organized

Purpose Title Description

 Learning about the gener-

al features of the E5AK-T

Chapteră1ăăINTRODUCĆ
TION

This chapter describes the feaĆ
tures of the E5AKĆT, names of
parts, and typical functions.

 Setting up

 Basic E5AK-T operations

 Applied E5AK-T opera-

tions

 Using a Position-propor-

tional type controller

 Communications with a

host computer

Chapteră2ăăPREPARAĆ
TIONS

Chapteră3ăăBASIC OPERAĆ
TION
Chapteră5ăăPARAMETERS

Chapteră4ăăAPPLIED OPĆ
ERATION
Chapteră5ăăPARAMETERS

Chapteră4ăăAPPLIED OPĆ
ERATION
/4.1ăăSelecting the Control
Method

Chapteră6ăăUSING THE
COMMUNICATIONS
FUNCTION

This chapter describes the operaĆ
tions that you must carry out
(e.g. installation, wiring and
switch settings) before you can
use the E5AKĆT.

These chapters describe using
basic control examples how to
use the front panel keys and how
to view the display when setting
the parameters of the major funcĆ
tions for the E5AKĆT.

These chapters describes the imĆ
portant functions of the E5AKĆT
and how to use the parameters
for making full use of the
E5AKĆT.

This chapter describes how to use
the functions related specifically
to positionĆproportional type
controllers.

This chapter mainly describes
how to use the communications
commands, and gives program
examples.

 Calibration

 Troubleshooting

Chapteră7ăăCALIBRATION This chapter describes how the

user should calibrate the
E5AKĆT.

Chapteră8ăăTROUBLEĆ
SHOOTING

This chapter describes what to do
if any problems occur.

III

PRECAUTIONS ON SAFETY

 Marks For Ensuring Safe Use and Their Meanings

This manual uses the following marks to indicate precautions for ensuring that the
E5AKĆT is used safely.
The precautions indicated below describe important information regarding safety. Be
sure to follow the instructions described in these precautions.

WARNING

Incorrect handling may cause death or injury.

WARNING

Do not touch the terminals while the power is
ON.
This may cause an electric shock.

IV

NOTICE

Be sure to observe these precautions to ensure safe use.

 Do not use the product in places where explosive or flammable gases may be present.

 Never disassemble, repair or modify the product.

 Tighten the terminal screws properly.

 Use the specified size of solderless terminals for wiring.

 Use the product within the rated supply voltage.

 Use the product within the rated load.

 The life expectancy of the output relay varies considerably according to its switching capacity and

operating conditions. Be sure to use the output relay within its rated load and electrical life expecĆ
tancy. If the output relay is used beyond its life expectancy, its contacts may become fused or burned.

 If you remove the controller from its case, never touch nor apply shock to the electronic parts inside.

 Do not cover the E5AKĆT. (Ensure sufficient space around the controller to allow heat radiation.)

 Do not use the controller in the following places:

Ă• Places subject to icing, condensation, dust, corrosive gas (especially sulfide gas or ammonia gas).

Ă• Places subject vibration and large shocks.

Ă• Places subject to splashing liquid or oil atmosphere.

Ă• Places subject to intense temperature changes.

Ă• Places subject to heat radiation from a furnace.

 Be sure to wire properly with correct polarity of terminals.

 When wiring input or output lines to your controller, keep the following points in mind to reduce the

influence from inductive noise:

Ă• Allow adequate space between the high voltage/current power lines and the input/output lines.

Ă• Avoid parallel or common wiring with high voltage sources and power lines carrying large currents.

Ă• Using separating pipes, ducts, and shielded line is also useful in protecting the controller, and its

lines from inductive noise.

 Cleaning: Do not use paint thinner or organic solvents. Use standard grade alcohol to clean the prodĆ

uct.

 Use a voltage (100 to 240 VAC at 50 to 60 Hz). At power ON, the prescribed voltage level must be

attained within two seconds.

 Allow as much space as possible between the controller and devices that generate a powerful high

frequency (highĆfrequency welders, highĆfrequency sewing machines, etc.) or surge. These devices
may cause malfunctions.

 If there is a large powerĆgenerating peripheral device and any of its lines near the controller, attach

a surge suppressor or noise filter to the device to stop the noise affecting the controller system. In
particular, motors, transformers, solenoids and magnetic coils have an inductance component, and
therefore can generate very strong noise.

 When mounting a noise filter on the power supply to the controller, be sure to first check the filter's

voltage and current capacity, and then mount the filter as close as possible to the controller.

V

 Use within the following temperature and humidity ranges:

Ă• Temperature: Ć10C to 55C, humidity: 35%RH to 85%RH (with no icing or condensation)

If the controller is installed inside a control board, the ambient temperature must be kept to under
55C, including the temperature around the controller.
If the controller is subjected to heat radiation, use a fan to cool the surface of the controller to under
55C.

 Store within the following temperature and humidity ranges:

Ă• Temperature: Ć25C to 65C, humidity: 35%RH to 85%RH (with no icing or condensation)

 Never place heavy objects on, or apply pressure to the controller that may cause it to deform and deteĆ

riorate during use or storage.

 Avoid using the controller in places near a radio, television set, or wireless installation. These devices

can cause radio disturbances which adversely affect the performance of the controller.

VI

Table of Contents

Preface I. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Conventions Used in This Manual II. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Precautions on Safety V. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION 1–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

This chapter introduces the names of parts on the E5AK-T and their functions.
For details on how to use the controller and parameter settings, see Chapter 2
onwards.

1.1 Names of parts 1–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1.2 Input and Output 1–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1.3 Program 1–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1.4 Parameters and Menus 1–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1.5 About the Communications Function 1–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1.6 About Calibration 1–13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

CHAPTER 2 PREPARATIONS 2–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

This chapter describes the operations (e.g. setup, installation and wiring) you
should carry out before turning the E5AK-T ON.

2.1 Setup 2–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.2 Installation 2–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.3 Wiring Terminals 2–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

CHAPTER 3 BASIC OPERATION 3–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

This chapter describes actual examples for understanding the basic operation of
the E5AK-T.

3.1 Convention Used in this Chapter 3–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.2 Setting Input Specifications 3–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.3 Setting Output Specifications 3–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.4 Setting Alarm Type 3–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.5 Setting Patterns 3–14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.6 Protect Mode 3–19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.7 Starting and Stopping Operation 3–21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.8 Adjusting Control Operation 3–22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

CHAPTER 4 APPLIED OPERATION 4–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

This chapter describes each of the parameters required for making full use of the
features of the E5AK-T.
Read this chapter while referring to the parameter descriptions in chapter 5.

4.1 Selecting the Control Method 4–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.2 Operating Condition Restrictions 4–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.3 Ramp Rise Rate Setup Program 4–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.4 Program Operation 4–13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.5 Wait Operation 4–16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.6 Program output 4–17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.7 Setting Running Conditions 4–19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.8 How to Use Event Input 4–21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.9 How to Use the Heater Burnout Alarm 4–23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.10 LBA 4–26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.11 How to Use Transfer Output 4–28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

CHAPTER 5 PARAMETERS 5–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

This chapter describes the parameters of the E5AK-T.
Use this chapter as a reference guide.

Conventions Used in this Chapter 5–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Protect Mode 5–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Manual Mode 5–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Level 0 Mode 5–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Program Mode 5–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Level 1 Mode 5–17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Level 2 Mode 5–24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Setup Mode 5–30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Expansion Mode 5–38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Option Mode 5–46. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Calibration Mode 5–52. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

CHAPTER 6 USING THE COMMUNICATIONS FUNCTION 6–1. .

This chapter mainly describes communications with a host computer and com­munications commands.

6.1 Outline of the Communications Function 6–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6.2 Preparing for Communications 6–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6.3 Command Structure 6–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6.4 Commands and Responses 6–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6.5 How to Read Communications Error Information 6–15. . . . . . . . . . . . .

6.6 Program Example 6–17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

CHAPTER 7 CALIBRATION 7–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

This chapter describes procedures for each calibration operation.
Read this chapter only when the controller must be calibrated.

7.1 Parameter Structure 7–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7.2 Calibrating Thermocouples 7–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7.3 Calibrating Platinum Resistance Thermometers 7–7. . . . . . . . . . . . .

7.4 Calibrating Current Input 7–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7.5 Calibrating Voltage Input 7–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7.6 Checking Indication Accuracy 7–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

CHAPTER 8 TROUBLESHOOTING 8–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

This chapter describes how to find out and remedy the cause if the E5AK-T does
not function properly .
Remedy E5AK-T trouble in the order of the descriptions in this chapter

8.1 Initial Checks 8–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8.2 How to Use the Error Display 8–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8.3 How to Use the Error Output 8–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8.4 Checking Operation Restrictions 8–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

APPENDIX

SPECIFICATIONS A–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

ABOUT CURRENT TRANSFORMER (CT) A–5. . .

CONTROL BLOCK DIAGRAM A–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SETTING LIST A–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

MODEL LIST A–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

PARAMETER OPERATIONS LIST A–13. . . . . . . . . .

ASCII CODE LIST A–15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

INDEX

REVISION HISTORY

CHAPTER1

CHAPTER 1

INTRODUCTION

This chapter introduces the names of parts on the E5AKĆT and their
functions.
For details on how to use the controller and parameter settings, see
Chapter 2 onwards.

CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION

1.1 Names of parts 1Ć2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Main parts 1Ć2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Front panel 1Ć2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

About the displays 1Ć3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

How to use keys 1Ć4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1.2 Input and Output 1Ć5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Input 1Ć5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Output 1Ć6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1.3 Program 1Ć8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

How programs are structured 1Ć8. . . . . . . . . . .

Program operation 1Ć8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Alarm output 1Ć8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Program output 1Ć8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1.4 Parameters and Menus 1Ć9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Parameter types 1Ć9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Selecting modes 1Ć10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Selecting parameters 1Ć11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fixing settings 1Ć11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1.5 About the Communications Function 1Ć12. . . .

1.6 About Calibration 1Ć13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1–1

CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION

1.1 Names of parts

JMain parts

Terminals

P 2-6

Rear case

JFront panel

Program state indica­tors

Bar graph

Operation st atus indicators

OUT1
SUB1
MANU
HOLD
WAIT

Run/Reset key Display key Down key Up key

RUN/RST

OUT2
SUB2
RMT
RST
AT

Front panel

This page

No.1 display

Pattern No.

No.2 display

E5AK

1–2

JAbout the displays

1.1 Names of parts

F No.1 display

F No.2 display

F Pattern No.

F Program status

indicators

F Operation status

indicators

Displays the process value or parameter symbols.

Displays the set point, manipulated variable or parameter settings.

Displays pattern No..

Indicate how the presentĆSP of the operating step changes.

Ă• OUT1

Lights when the pulse output function assigned to control output 1" is
ON.

Ă• OUT2

Lights when the pulse output function assigned to control output 2" is
ON.

Ă• SUB1

Lights when the pulse output function assigned to auxiliary output 1"
is ON.

Ă• SUB2

Lights when the pulse output function assigned to auxiliary output 2"
is ON.

Ă• MANU

Lights in the manual operation mode.

Ă• RST

Lights when the control is in reset status.

Ă• RMT

Lights during remote operation.

Ă• HOLD

Lights when the program is in hold status.

Ă• WAIT

Lights when the program is in wait status.

Ă• AT

Flashes during autoĆtuning.

F Bar graph

Ă• This bar graph indicates how much of the pattern has elapsed in 20% inĆ

crements (five stages) per single segment.

1–3

CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION

JHow to use keys

RUN/RST

F key

F key

F key

The following describes basic key operations.

To change to run operation from the reset status, press this key for one seĆ

cond minimum.

To change to the reset status from run operation, press this key for two seĆ

conds minimum.

The functions of this key change according to how long it is pressed. If the

key is pressed for less than one second, the parameters are switched. If the

key is pressed for one second minimum, the menu display appears. In key

operations from here on, press the key" refers to pressing the key for less

than one second.

For details on switching of parameters and menu display items, see page

1Ć10.

Each press of key increments or advances the values or settings on the

No.2 display, while each press of the key decrements or returns the

values or settings on the No.2 display.

Functions vary, for example, when the

RUN/RST

key is held down simultaĆ

neously with the key, or a key is held down continuously. For details,

see page 1Ć10. Also, chapters 3 and 4 describe examples using various key

combinations.

1–4

1.2 Input and Output

1.2 Input and Output

Temperature input
Voltage input
Current input

CT input
Potentiometer

Event input

Controller

Control output
(heat)

Control output
(cool)

Alarm 1

Alarm 2

Alarm 3

HBA

LBA

Time signal 1

Time signal 2

Program end

Stage output

Error 1

Error 2

Control output 1

Control output 2

Auxiliary output 1

Auxiliary output 2

Transfer output

JInput

The E5AKĆT supports the following inputs:

Temperature input, Current input, Voltage input, CT input/potentiomeĆ

ter, and Event input.

F Temperature input/Voltage input/Current input

Ă• Only one of temperature input, current input and voltage input can be

selected and connected to the controller.

Ă• The following input sensors can be connected for temperature input:

Thermocouple: K, J, T, E, L, U, N, R, S, B, W, PLII
Platinum resistance thermometer: JPt100, Pt100

Ă• The following currents can be connected for current input:

4 to 20 mA, 0 to 20 mA

Ă• The following voltages can be connected for voltage input:

1 to 5 VDC, 0 to 5 VDC, 0 to 10 VDC

F CT input/Poten-

tiometer

Ă• Connect CT input when using the HBA (heater burnout alarm) function

on a standard type controller (E5AKĆTAA2). Note that CT input cannot
be used when the linear output unit is mounted.

Ă• Connect the potentiometer when monitoring the valve opening on a

positionĆproportional type controller (E5AKĆTPRR2).

1–5

CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION

F Event input

JOutput

F Output assign-

ments

Add on the input unit (E53ĆCKB) when using event input. You can select

from the following six event inputs:

Run/Reset, Remote/Local, Auto/Manual, Hold/Hold Cancel, Advance,
Pattern

The output functions of the E5AKĆT do not operate for five seconds after the
E5AKĆT is turned ON.

The E5AKĆT supports the following five outputs:

Control output 1
Control output 2
Auxiliary output 1
Auxiliary output 2
Transfer output

When using control output 1 and 2, set the output unit (sold separately).

Nine output units are available to suit the output circuit configration.

When using transfer output, add on the communication unit (E53ĆAKF).

Ă• The E5AKĆT supports the following thirteen output functions:

Control output (heat), Control output (cool), Alarms 1 to 3, HBA,
LBA, Time Signals 1 and 2, Program End, Stage Output,
Error 1 (input error), Error 2 (A/D converter error)

Ă• Assign these output functions to control output 1, control output 2, auxĆ

iliary output 1, and auxiliary output 2.
However, note that as control output 1 is used as the open output and
control output 2 is used as close output on a positionĆproportional type
controller (E5AKĆTPRR2), control outputs 1 and 2 cannot be used as asĆ
signment destinations. Also, of the output functions, control output
(heat), control output (cool), HBA and LBA are disabled.

Ă• On a standard type controller, there are restrictions on how assignment

destinations (control output 1, control output 2, auxiliary output 1, and
auxiliary output 2) can be used. For details, see Chapter 3 Basic OperaĆ
tion/3.3 Setting Output Specifications (page 3Ć7).

Ă• In the example on the previous page, control output (heat)" is assigned

to control output 1", alarm 1" is assigned to control output 2", and
alarm 2" is assigned to auxiliary output 1". Accordingly, the configuĆ
ration is such that heating control output is connected to control output
1, and alarm output is connected to control output 2 and auxiliary outĆ
put 1.

Ă• Control outputs 1 and 2 are used depending on the differences in control

method as follows:

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1.2 Input and Output

F Transfer output

Control Method Model

Standard control E5AK-TAA2 AC100-240

E5AK-TAA2 AC/DC24

Heating and
cooling control

Position-propor­tional control

Ă• The E5AKĆT supports the following five transfer outputs:

Set point, Process value, Heating side manipulated variable,

Cooling side manipulated variable, Valve opening

However, note that heating/cooling side manipulated variables can be outĆ

put only on standard type controllers, and valve opening can be output

only on positionĆproportional type controllers.

Ă• These transfer outputs can be output after being scaled. Setting of an upĆ

per limit value smaller than the lower limit value is allowed, so reverse
scaling can also be carried out.

E5AK-TAA2 AC100-240
E5AK-TAA2 AC/DC24

E5AK-TPRR2 AC100-240
E5AK-TPRR2 AC/DC24

Control Output 1/

Control Output 2

Control output (heat)
/ Alarm, etc.

Control output (heat)
/ Control output (cool)

Open/Close

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1.3 Program

JHow programs

are structured

E5AKĆT allows you to configure programs made up of a maximum of eight

patterns (pattern 0 to 7).

The number of steps (16 maximum) in each pattern can be specified in paĆ

rameters.

Pattern 7

Pattern 1

Pattern 0

Step 0 Step 1 Step 2 Step 15

Ă• Generally, the time setup method" is used to configure programs. By

this method, set points at each step and time are used as program eleĆ
ments. However, the ramp rise rate setup method" can also be used. By
this method, the set point, ramp time and soak times are used as program
elements.

JProgram opera-

tion

F Step operation

F Wait operation

JAlarm output

JProgram output

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Ă• Generally, the target patterns are specified before the program is

executed.

Ă• In parameter setup, you can specify repeated execution of the same patĆ

tern (Repeat) or consecutive execution of all patterns 0 to 7 (Run all).

Ă• During program operation, steps can be skipped (Advance) and the conĆ

trol monitoring can be paused (Hold).

Ă• When the wait width is specified in parameter setup, the program does

not go to the next step and waits until the PV reaches the specified time
(wait width) at the end of each step.

Ă• Alarms that are assigned as outputs operate referenced to the alarm valĆ

ues preset to each pattern.

Ă• Time signals, program end and stage output can be output according to

output assignment.

Ă• ON/OFF signals are output as time signals according to the timer that

takes a specified step as its start point.

1.4 Parameters and Menus

1.4 Parameters and Menus

JParameter types

F Protect mode

F Manual mode

E5AKĆT parameters are distributed between the following ten modes:

Protect mode
Manual mode
Level 0 mode
Program mode
Level 1 mode
Level 2 mode
Setup mode
Expansion mode
Option mode
Calibration mode

The settings of parameters in each of eight modes (excluding the protect

mode and manual mode) can be checked and modified by selection on the

menu display.

The protect function is for preventing unwanted modification of parameĆ

ters, and switching between run and reset operation or auto and manual

operation.

In this mode, the controller can be switched to manual operation. The maĆ

nipulated variable can be manipulated manually only in this mode.

F Level 0 mode

F Program mode

F Level 1 mode

F Level 2 mode

F Setup mode

Set the controller to this mode during normal operation. In this mode, you

can change the set point and pattern during operation, and execute step

operation (e.g. advance). You can only monitor (not change) the process

value, step No., standby time, pattern elapsing time, pattern execution

count and manipulated variable.

This is the programming mode. In this mode, you can set the number of

steps used in each pattern, pattern execution count, alarm values, set

points for each step, step time, and time signals for two steps.

This is the main mode for adjusting control. In this mode, you can execute

AT (autoĆtuning), and set up the control period, PID parameters and heatĆ

er burnout alarm (HBA) conditions.

This is the auxiliary mode for adjusting control. In this mode, you can set

the parameters for limiting the manipulated variable, switch between the

remote and local modes, and set the loop break alarm (LBA), alarm hysterĆ

esis and the digital filter value of inputs.

This is the mode for setting the basic specifications. In this mode, you can
set parameters that must be checked or set before operation such as the
input type, scaling, output assignments and direct/reverse operation.

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F Expansion mode

F Option mode

F Calibration mode

JSelecting modes

This is the mode for setting expanded functions. In this mode, you can set
SP setting limitter, switching between advanced PID control or ON/OFF
control, program time unit, selection of step time/rate of rise programĆ
ming, time unit of ramp rise rate, and the time for automatic return to the
monitoring display.

This is the mode for setting optional functions. You can select this mode

only when an option unit is mounted in the controller. In this mode, you

can set the communications conditions, transfer output and event input

parameters to match the type of option unit mount in the controller. HeatĆ

er burnout alarm function and positionĆproportional travel time are also

located in this mode.

This mode is provided so that the user can calibrate inputs and output.

When calibrating input, the selected input type is calibrated. Whereas,

transfer output can be calibrated only when the communication unit

(E53ĆAKF) is set in the controller.

The following diagram shows the order in which modes are selected.

Power ON

+

1 second min.

Level 0 mode

1 second min.

Manual mode

1 second min.

1 second min.

1 second min.

1 second min.

1 second min.

1 second min.

1 second min.

Program mode

Level 1 mode

Level 2 mode

Setup mode

Expansion mode

Option mode

Calibration mode

RUN/RST

1 second min.

RUN/RST

1 second min.

+

Protect mode

+

+

1 second min.

RUN/RST

1 second min.

+

Ă• To select the menu display in any of the above modes (excluding the proĆ

tect mode and manual mode), press the key for 1 second minimum.
When you have selected the menu display, the previous mode is selected.
For example, if you selected the menu display while in the level 0 mode,
the No.2 display changes to [ ] as shown on the left.

Ă• To move to the desired mode after you have entered the menu display,

select the desired mode using the keys and hold down the
key for one second minimum. The display switches to the first parameter
of the mode that you specified.

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1.4 Parameters and Menus

Ă• Protected modes cannot be selected. Also, the menu display does not apĆ

pear when modes are protected up to the program mode.

Ă• If you select [ ], [ ], [ ] or [ ] in the menu display, the

level 0, program, level 1 and level 2 modes, respectively, are selected.
These modes are selected with control still continuing.

Ă• If you select[ĂĂ ] [ĂĂ ] [ĂĂ ] or [ĂĂ ] in the menu display, the

setup, expansion, option and calibration modes, respectively, are seĆ
lected.
When these modes are selected, the control is reset. So, control outputs
and auxiliary output are turned OFF. When another mode is selected
while in these modes control, reset is canceled.

Ă• To set the controller to the protect mode or to return to the level 0 mode

from the protect mode, press the

neously for 1 second minimum.

Ă• To set the controller to the manual mode, press the key for one seĆ

cond minimum with the key held down in the level 0 to 2 modes. To
return to the level 0 mode in the manual mode, press the key for one
second minimum with the key pressed. Be sure to press the key
first in this operation.

RUN/RST

key and the key simultaĆ

JSelecting

parameters

JFixing settings

Ă• When the controller is not in the manual mode, each press of the key

switches the parameter in the respective mode.

Parameter

1

Ă• If you press the key when at the final parameter, the display returns

to the top parameter for the current mode.

Ă• When you change parameter settings or contents, specify the parameter

using the or keys, and either leave the setting for at least two
seconds or press the key. This fixes the setting.

Ă• When another mode is selected, the content of the parameters before the

mode was selected is fixed.

Ă• When you turn the power OFF, you must first fix the settings and paramĆ

eter contents (by pressing the key or selecting another mode). The
settings and parameter contents are sometimes not changed by merely
pressing the or keys.

Parameter

2

Parameter

3

Parameter

n

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1.5 About the Communications Function

The E5AKĆT can be provided with a communications function that allows

you to check and set controller parameters from a host computer. If the

communications function is required, add on the communications unit.

For details on the communications function, refer to Chapter 6.

F RS-232C

F RS-422

F RS-485

When using the communications function on the RSĆ232C interface, add

on the communications unit (E53ĆAK01).

When using the communications function on the RSĆ422 interface, add on

the communications unit (E53ĆAK02).

When using the communications function on the RSĆ485 interface, add on

the communications unit (E53ĆAK03).

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1.6 About Calibration

The E5AKĆT controller is calibrated before shipment from the factory. So,

the user need not calibrate the E5AKĆT controller during regular use.

However, if the E5AKĆT controller must be calibrated by the user, use the

parameters provided for the user to calibrate temperature input, analog

input (voltage, current) and transfer output. In this case, note that the reĆ

sults of calibration will not be assured.

Also, note that calibration data is updated to the latest value each time

that the E5AKĆT controller is calibrated. Calibration data set before shipĆ

ment from the factory cannot be returned to after calibration by the user.

1.6 About Calibration

F Calibrating

inputs

F Calibrating trans-

fer output

F Registering cal-

ibration data

The input type selected in parameters is the item to be calibrated. The

E5AKĆT is provided with the following four calibration parameters:

Ă• Thermocouple

Ă• Platinum resistance thermometer

Ă• Current input

Ă• Voltage input

Two parameters are provided for thermocouple and voltage input.

Transfer output also can be calibrated when the communications unit

(E53ĆAKF) is added on.

When calibrating each item, the calibration data is temporarily regisĆ

tered. This data can be registered as final calibration data only when all

items have been newly calibrated. So, all items must be temporarily regisĆ

tered when the E5AKĆT controller is calibrated.

When registering data, information regarding whether or not calibration

has been carried out is also registered.

To calibrate these items, the user must prepare separate measuring deĆ

vices and equipment. For details on handling these measuring devices and

equipment, refer to the respective manuals.

For details, see Chapter 7 Calibration.

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CHAPTER2

CHAPTER 2

PREPARATIONS

This chapter describes the operations (e.g. setup, installation and wirĆ
ing) you should carry out before turning the E5AKĆT ON.

CHAPTER 2 PREPARATIONS

2.1 Setup 2Ć2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

DrawĆout 2Ć2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Setting up the output unit 2Ć3. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Setting up the option unit 2Ć4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.2 Installation 2Ć5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Dimensions 2Ć5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Panel cutout 2Ć5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Mounting 2Ć6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2.3 Wiring Terminals 2Ć8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Terminal arrangement 2Ć8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Precautions when wiring 2Ć8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Wiring 2Ć8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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CHAPTER 2 PREPARATIONS

2.1 Setup

Ă• On a standard type controller, set up the output units for control outputs

1 and 2 before mounting the controller.

Ă• On a positionĆproportional type controller, the relay output unit is alĆ

ready mounted. So, this setup operation is unnecessary. (That is, do not
replace the currently mounted unit with other output units.)

Ă• When setting up the output units, draw out the internal mechanism

from the housing, and insert the output units into the sockets for control
outputs 1 and 2.

JDraw-out

When drawing out the internal mechanism from the housing, prepare a

Phillips screwdriver matched to the size of the screw on the lower part of

the front panel.

(1) Press down on the hook on the top of the front panel, and turn the

Phillips screwdriver to the left to loosen the screw on the lower part

of the front panel.

Fixing Screw for
Front Panel

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(2) Draw out the internal mechanism towards you holding both sides of

the front panel.

Tighten this screw by a torque of 0.3 to 0.5 N⋅m (approx. 3 to 5 kgf⋅cm).

JSetting up the output unit

2.1 Setup

F Before setup

F Procedure

Ă• Check the type of the output unit you are about to set up.

Ă• For details on types of output unit and main specifications, see page 2Ć7.

(1) Check the positions of the sockets you are about to insert the output

units into as shown in the following diagram.

OUT1
OUT2

Bracket

(2) Insert the output unit for control output 1 into the socket OUT1"

and the output unit for control output 2 into the socket OUT2".

(3) Fasten the output units with the bracket (accessory).

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CHAPTER 2 PREPARATIONS

JSetting up the option unit

F Before setup

F Procedure

Ă• Check the type of the option unit you are about to set up.

Ă• For details on types of option unit and main specifications, see Appendix,

Model List (page AĆ12) and Appendix, Option Unit Ratings and CharacĆ
teristics (page AĆ4).

Ă• For details on the relationship between units and terminals, see page

2Ć8.

(1) Remove the power board and option boards in the order shown in the

following diagram.

2

1

(2) Insert the option units into the sockets for options 1 to 3. The followĆ

ing diagram shows the relationship between option units and mountĆ

ing positions.

Option 1
E53–AKB: Event inputs 1/2
E53–AK01: RS–232C

Option 2
E53–AKF: Transfer output

E53–AK02: RS–422
E53–AK03: RS–485

Option 3
E53–AKB: Event inputs 3/4

(3) Mount the option boards and the power board in the order shown.

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2.2 Installation

JDimensions

96 13.5 100

2.2 Installation



91

112

JPanel cutout

Unit (mm)

120 min.

92

+0.8

0

110 min.

+0.8

92

Ă• Recommended panel thickness is 1 to 8

mm.

Ă• Maintain the specified vertical and horiĆ

zontal mounting space between each conĆ

0

troller.
Controllers must not be closely mounted
vertically or horizontally.

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CHAPTER 2 PREPARATIONS

JMounting

(1) Insert the E5AKĆT controller into the mounting hole in the panel.

(2) Fit the mounting bracket (accessory) into the fixing slots on the top

and bottom of the rear case.

(3) Tighten the mounting bracket screws alternately a little at a time unĆ

til the ratchet starts to slide.

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