Information in this installation, wiring, and operation manual is subject to change
without notice. One manual is provided with each instrument at the time of shipment. Extra copies are available at the price published on the front cover.
This is the First Edition of the MIC 1400 manual. It was written and produced
entirely on a desk-top-publishing system. Disk versions are available by written
request to the Partlow Publications Department.
We are glad you decided to open this manual. It is written so that you can take full
advantage of the features of your new MIC 1400 process controller.
NOTE:
It is strongly recommended that Partlow equipped
applications incorporate a high or low limit protective device
which will shut down the equipment at a preset process
condition in order to preclude possible damage to property
or products.
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Table of Contents
Section 1 - GeneralPage
1.1 Product Description5
Section 2 - Installation & Wiring
2.1 Installation & Wiring7
2.2 Preparations for Wiring9
2.3 Input Connections14
2.4 Output Connections16
Section 3 - Configuration & Operation
3.1 Operation19
3.2 Configuration24
3.3 Pre-Tune Mode31
3.4 Auto-T une Mode31
3.5 Manual T uning Method32
Section 4 - Control Capability
4.1 Control Capability34
4.2 Control Responses34
4.3 Direct/Reverse Operation of Control Outputs35
4.4 On-Off Control35
4.5 Time Proportioning Control36
4.6 Current Proportioning Control37
4.7 Setpoint Adjustments38
Appendices
A - Glossary of Terms39
Figure A-1 Proportional Band & Deadband/Overlap 49
B - Board Layout - Jumper positioning50
Figure B-1 PCB Positions50
Figure B-2 Output 2/Output 3 Removal51
Figure B-3 CPU PWA52
Figure B-4 PSU PWA with Relay or SSR Out.153
Figure B-5 PSU PWA with DC Output 154
Figure B-6 Option PWA55
(Continued on next page)
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C - Hardware Definition Code56
D - Input Range Codes58
E - Specifications60
F - Model Number Hardware Matrix66
G - Software Reference Sheet67
This instrument is a microprocessor based single loop controller capable of
measuring, displaying and controlling temperature, pressure, flow, and level
from a variety of inputs. Most outputs are easily tuned using the instrument
Pre-Tune and Auto-Tune functions.
Control functions, alarm settings and other parameters are easily entered
through the front keypad. E
data loss during AC power outages.
The input is user configurable to directly connect to either thermocouple,
RTD, mVDC, VDC or mADC inputs. The instrument can operate from a
90-264 VAC, 50/60 HZ power supply, or optional 24V AC/DC power supply.
1.1.2 DISPLAYS
Each instrument is provided with dual displays and status indicators as
shown in Figure 1-1. The upper display displays the value of the process
variable. The lower display displays the setpoint value. Status indication is
as shown, see Figure 1-1, page 6.
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Technology (100 year life) protects against
1.1.3 CONTROL
The instrument can be programmed for on-off, time proportioning, or current proportioning control implementations depending on the model number. A second control output is an available option. Proportional control
implementations are provided with fully programmable PID parameters.
1.1.4 ALARMS
Alarm indication is standard on all instruments. Up to two alarm outputs
are possible. Alarm type may be set as Process Direct or Reverse (high or
low), Deviation Direct or Reverse (above or below setpoint), Deviation
Band Type (closed or open within band), or Loop Reverse or Direct. Alarm
status is indicated by LED.
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FIGURE 1-1
Keys and Indicators
AUTO
1.1.5 PROCESS VARIABLE/SETPOINT VALUE
RE-TRANSMISSION OUTPUT
If the instrument is specified with this option, this output may be scaled over
any desired range and re-transmitted.
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Installation and Wiring 2.1
Electrical code requirements and safety standards should be observed and
installation performed by qualified personnel.
The electronic components of the instrument may be removed from the
housing during installation. To remove the components, grip the side
edges of the front panel and pull the instrument forward. During re-installation, the vertically mounted circuit boards should be properly aligned in the
housing.
Ensure that the instrument is correctly orientated. A stop will operate if an
attempt is made to insert the instrument incorrectly.
Recommended panel opening sizes are illustrated in Figure 2-1. After the
opening is properly cut, insert the instrument into the panel opening. Ensure that the panel gasket is not distorted and that the instrument is positioned squarely against the panel. Slide the mounting clamp into place on
the instrument (see Figure 2-3, page 8) and push it forward until it is firmly
in contact with the rear face of the mounting panel.
Note: The mounting clamp tongues may engage either on the
sides or the top/bottom of the instrument housing. Therefore, when
installing several instruments side-by-side in one cut out, use the
ratchets on the top/bottom faces.
92 mm ± 0.8
FIGURE 2-1
Panel Cut-Out Dimensions
(3.62”± .031)
PANEL
CUTOUT
92 mm ± 0.8
(3.62”± .031)
SIZE
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FIGURE 2-2
Main Dimensions
100 mm (3.94 in.)
96 mm
(3.78 in)
Side View
96 mm
(3.78 in.)
FIGURE 2-3
Panel Mounting the Controller
Mounting Clamp
10 mm (0.39 in.)
Controller Housing
Tongues on mounting clamp engage in
ratchet slots on controller housing
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Preparation for Wiring 2.2
2.2.1 WIRING GUIDELINES
Electrical noise is a phenomenon typical of industrial environments. The
following are guidelines that must be followed to minimize the effect of
noise upon any instrumentation.
2.2.1.1 INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS
Listed below are some of the common sources of electrical noise in the
industrial environment:
• Ignition Transformers
• Arc Welders
• Mechanical contact relay(s)
• Solenoids
Before using any instrument near the device listed, the instructions below
should be followed:
1.If the instrument is to be mounted in the same panel as any of the
listed devices, separate them by the largest distance possible. For
maximum electrical noise reduction, the noise generating devices
should be mounted in a separate enclosure.
2.If possible, eliminate mechanical contact relay(s) and replace with
solid state relays. If a mechanical relay being powered by an
instrument output device cannot be replaced, a solid state relay can
be used to isolate the instrument.
3.A separate isolation transformer to feed only instrumentation should
be considered. The transformer can isolate the instrument from noise
found on the AC power input.
4.If the instrument is being installed on existing equipment, the wiring in
the area should be checked to insure that good wiring practices have
been followed.
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2.2.1.2 AC POWER WIRING
Neutral (For 115 VAC)
It is good practice to assure that the AC neutral is at or near ground potential. To verify this, a voltmeter check between neutral and ground should be
done. On the AC range, the reading should not be more than 50 millivolts.
If it is greater than this amount, the secondary of this AC transformer supplying the instrument should be checked by an electrician. A proper neutral
will help ensure maximum performance from the instrument.
2.2.1.3 WIRE ISOLATION
Four voltage levels of input and output wiring may be used with the unit:
• Analog input or output (i.e. thermocouple, RTD, VDC, mVDC, or mADC)
• SPDT Relays
• SSR driver outputs
• AC power
The only wires that should run together are those of the same category. If
they need to be run parallel with any of the other lines, maintain a minimum
6 inch space between the wires. If wires must cross each other, do so at
90 degrees. This will minimize the contact with each other and reduces
“cross talk”. “Cross Talk” is due to the EMF (Electro Magnetic Flux) emitted
by a wire as current passes through it. This EMF can be picked up by
other wires running in the same bundle or conduit.
In applications where a High Voltage Transformer is used (i.e. ignition systems) the secondary of the transformer should be isolated from all other
cables.
This instrument has been designed to operate in noisy environments, however, in some cases even with proper wiring it may be necessary to suppress the noise at its source.
2.2.1.4 USE OF SHIELDED CABLE
Shielded cable helps eliminate electrical noise being induced on the wires.
All analog signals should be run with shielded cable. Connection lead
length should be kept as short as possible, keeping the wires protected by
the shielding. The shield should be grounded at one end only. The preferred grounding location is the sensor, transmitter or transducer.
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2.2.1.5 NOISE SUPPRESSION AT THE SOURCE
Usually when good wiring practices are followed no further noise protection
is necessary. Sometimes in severe electrical environments, the amount of
noise is so great that it has to be suppressed at the source. Many manufacturers of relays, contactors, etc. supply “surge suppressors” which
mount on the noise source.
For those devices that do not have surge suppressors supplied, RC (resistance-capacitance) networks and/or MOV (metal oxide varistors) may be
added.
Inductive Coils - MOV’s are recommended for transient suppression in
inductive coils connected in parallel and as close as possible to the coil.
See Figure 2-4. Additional protection may be provided by adding an RC
network across the MOV.
FIGURE 2-4
0.5
mfd
1000V
220
Coil
ohms
115V 1/4W
230V 1W
Contacts - Arcing may occur across contacts when the contact opens and
closes. This results in electrical noise as well as damage to the contacts.
Connecting a RC network properly sized can eliminate this arc.
For circuits up to 3 amps, a combination of a 47 ohm resistor and 0.1
microfarad capacitor (1000 volts) is recommended. For circuits from 3 to 5
amps, connect 2 of these in parallel. See Figure 2-5, page 12.
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FIGURE 2-5
MOV
R C
Inductive
Coil
2.2.2 SENSOR PLACEMENT (Thermocouple or RTD)
Two wire RTD’s should be used only with lead lengths less than 10 feet.
If the temperature probe is to be subjected to corrosive or abrasive condi-
tions, it should be protected by the appropriate thermowell. The probe
should be positioned to reflect true process temperature:
In liquid media - the most agitated area
In air - the best circulated area
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FIGURE 2-6
Wiring Label
OUTPUT 3
Relay
+
INPUT
Linear (mA)
-
No external
connections
to be made
to these
terminals
-
+
+
RTD
Linear (V/mV)
Thermocouple
N/C
SSR/DC
-
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
24
N/OC
+
11
1210
2322
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
MAINS (LINE)
SUPPLY
24V 24V
L
AC DC
N
B
RS485
A
COM
-
+
SERIAL
COMMS.
N/C
C
SSR/DC
N/O
-
+
Relay
OUTPUT 1
+
SSR/DC
N/O
C
Relay
OUTPUT 2
-
N/C
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Input Connections 2.3
In general, all wiring connections are made to the instrument after it is
installed. Avoid Electrical Shock. AC power wiring must not be connected
to the source distribution panel until all wiring connection procedures are
completed.
FIGURE 2-7
Main Supply
Connect the AC line voltage, hot and neutral, to terminals 13 and 14 respectively as illustrated below. Connect the positive to terminal 14 and
negative to terminal 13 for 24 V DC supply.
-
13
14
L
N
+
FIGURE 2-8
Thermocouple (T/C) Input
Make thermocouple connections as illustrated below. Connect the positive
leg of the thermocouple to terminal 2 and the negative leg to terminal 3.
-
+
Thermocouple
FIGURE 2-9
RTD Input
Make RTD connections as illustrated below . For a three wire RTD, connect
the resistive leg of the RTD to terminal 1 and the common legs to terminals
2 and 3. For a two wire RTD, connect one leg to terminal 2 and the other
leg to terminal 3 as shown below. A jumper wire supplied by the customer
must be installed between terminals 2 and 3. Input conditioning jumper
must be positioned correctly (see Appendix B) and Hardware Definition
Code must be correct (see Appendix C).
3
2
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3
2
RTD
1
FIGURE 2-10
V olt, mV Input
Make volt and millivolt connections as shown below . Terminal 2 is positive
and terminal 3 is negative. Input conditioning jumper must be positioned
correctly (see Appendix B) and Hardware Definition Code must be correct
(see Appendix C).
mADC Input
Make mADC connections as shown below. Terminal 4 is positive and terminal 1 is negative. Input conditioning jumper must be positioned correctly
(see Appendix B) and Hardware Definition Code must be correct (see Appendix C).
+
-
+
Linear (mA)
-
Linear (V/mV)
FIGURE 2-11
Remote Digital Communications - RS485
Make digital communication connections as illustrated below .
4
3
2
1
16
17
B
A
18
COM
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Output Connections 2.4
FIGURE 2-12
Relay Output 1
Connections are made to Output 1 relay as illustrated below. The contacts
are rated at 2 amp resistive, 120/240 V AC.
19
20
N/C
C
Relay
21
N/O
FIGURE 2-13
SSR Driver Output 1
Connections are made to Output 1 SSR Driver as illustrated below. The
solid state relay driver is a non-isolated 0-4 VDC nominal signal. Output
impedance is 250 ohms.
19
-
20
SSR
21
+
FIGURE 2-14
mADC Output 1
Make connections for DC Output 1 as illustrated below.
19
-
20
DC
21
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FIGURE 2-15
Relay Output 2
Connections are made to Output 2 relay as illustrated below. The contacts
are rated at 2 amp resistive, 120/240 V AC.
242322
N/O
FIGURE 2-16
SSR Driver Output 2
Connections are made to Output 2 SSR Driver as illustrated below. The
solid state relay driver is a non-isolated 0-4 VDC nominal signal. Output
impedance is 250 ohms.
242322
+
FIGURE 2-17
mADC Output 2
Make connections for DC Output 2 as illustrated below.
C
Relay
SSR
N/C
-
242322
+
DC
-
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FIGURE 2-18
Relay Output 3
Connections are made to Output 3 relay as illustrated below. The contacts
are rated at 2 amp resistive, 120/240 VAC.
Relay
N/OCN/C
101112
FIGURE 2-19
SSR Driver Output 3
Connections are made to Output 3 SSR Driver as illustrated below. The
solid state relay driver is a non-isolated 0-4 VDC nominal signal. Output
impedance is 250 ohms.
SSR
-
101112
FIGURE 2-20
mADC Output 3 (Recorder Output Only)
Make connections for DC output 3 as illustrated below.
DC
-
101112
+
+
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Operation 3.1
3.1.1 POWER UP PROCEDURE
Verify all electrical connections have been properly made before applying
power to the instrument.
If the instrument is being powered for the first time, it may be desirable to
disconnect the controller output connections. The instrument will be into
control following the power up sequence and the output(s) may turn ON.
During power up, a self-test procedure is initiated during which all LED
segments in the two front panel displays appear and all LED indicators are
ON. When the self-test procedure is complete, the instrument reverts to
normal operation.
Note: A delay of about 3 seconds, when power is first applied, will be
seen before the displays light up.
3.1.2 KEYPAD OPERATION
AUTO/MANUAL KEY
This key is used to:
1.Enter the Auto/Manual mode and vice versa.
2.Used to activate the Auto Tune mode.
3.Used to confirm a change in the Program mode.
SCROLL KEY
This key is used to:
1.Select adjustment of the ramping setpoint, if enabled.
2.Select a parameter to be viewed or adjusted.
3.Display enabled modes of operation.
4.Display a mode parameter value.
5.Advance display from a parameter value to the next parameter code.
6.Activate the Pre-tune mode.
7.With the DOWN key to view the current Hardware Definition Code
setting.
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UP KEY
This key is used to:
1.Increase the displayed parameter value.
2.Increase setpoint.
3.With the DOWN key to enter Pre and Auto Tune mode.
DOWN KEY
This key is used to:
1.Decrease the displayed parameter value.
2.Decrease setpoint.
3.With the UP key to enter the Pre and Auto Tune mode.
4.With the SCROLL key to view the current Hardware Definition Code
setting.
3.1.3 DISPLAYS
During configuration the upper display shows the parameter setting. The
lower display shows the parameter code for the currently selected parameter. During operation, the upper display shows the value of the process
variable. The lower display shows the setpoint value.
3.1.3.1 ALARM STATUS DISPLAY*
The user may view the status of the instrument's alarm(s) by depressing
the SCROLL key until the lower display shows the legend "ALSt" and the
upper display shows the alarm status in the following format:
Loop Alarm Status
L = Energized
Blank = De-energized
Alarm 1 Status
1 = Energized
Blank = De-energized
Alarm 2 Status
2 = Energized
Blank = De-energized
*This display is available only if one or more of the alarms is/are energized.
When "ALSt" is seen in the lower display, to enter the Program or T une
modes, press the UP key with "ALSt" displayed, then the SCROLL key to
Program or T une.
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3.1.3.2 OVER-RANGE/UNDER-RANGE DISPLA Y
If the process variable attains a value higher than the input scale maximum
limit, the upper display will show:
If the process variable attains a value lower than the input scale minimum,
the upper display will show:
If a break is detected in the sensor circuit, the upper display will show:
3.1.4 FRONT PANEL INDICATORS
OP1 Indicates the state of the Output 1 relay or SSR driver. When the
indicator is ON the relay is energized or the SSR driver is ON.
OP2 Indicates the state of the Output 2 relay or SSR driver. When the
indicator is ON the relay is energized or the SSR driver is ON.
ALMWhen flashing, indicates an Alarm condition.
MANFlashes when the Manual mode has been entered
ATIndicates when the Pre-Tune mode or Auto-Tune mode has been
selected; flashing for Pre-Tune and continuously ON for Auto-Tune.
3.1.5 SETPOINT ADJUSTMENT
3.1.5.1 LOCAL SETPOINT
To adjust the instrument setpoint, proceed as follows:
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To adjust the Setpoint, press the UP or DOWN key as applicable.
Momentary depression will increment or decrement (as appropriate) the
setpoint by one unit in the least significant digit. If the key is held for longer
than 1 second, the least significant digit will change at the rate of 25 units
per second. If the key is held for longer than 10 seconds, the second least
significant digit will change at the rate of 25 units per second. If the key is
held for more than 10 seconds, the third least significant digit will change at
the rate of 25 units per second.
3.1.5.2 RAMPING SETPOINT
A selectable Ramp Rate function in the range of 1 to 9999 units per hour
can be used to limit the rate at which the setpoint used by the control algorithm will change. This feature will also establish a soft start up. Upon
power up, the instrument will take the initial process value as the setpoint.
A setpoint ramp rate will be calculated to increase the setpoint from the
initial process value to the setpoint selected. The setpoint ramp feature
disables the Pre-Tune facility. The Auto-Tune facility, if selected, will commence only after the setpoint has completed the ramp.
Sudden changes in the setpoint value entered via the keypad can be inhibited from effecting the control outputs by use of this feature. The internal
setpoint used to control the process will ramp to the setpoint value entered
at the rate of change selected.
To view the Ramping Setpoint value while in the Control mode and "ESPr"
in the Tune mode is disabled, press the SCROLL key until "SPrP" is displayed in the lower display. This is the code for the ramping setpoint value.
Press the SCROLL key one more time and the lower display shows "SPrP"
and the upper display will show the current ramping setpoint.
SPRr not OFF and ESPr equal to 0
PVBLANKRamping SPPV
*SPSPrPSPrP*SP
If ESPr is enabled, the display sequence changes to:
To enter the Program or Tune mode when setpoint ramping is selected,
press the SCROLL key until the lower display shows "SPrP" or "SPrr" and
the upper display is blank. With "SPrP" or "SPrr" display in the lower display, press the UP key once and "CtrL should be displayed in the lower
display. With "CtrL" displayed, press the SCROLL key until "Prog" or "tunE"
is displayed in the lower display.
Setpoint Ramp
205
204
Setpoint
in
Degrees
203
202
201
200
0
Time in Hours
5
10
3.1.6 MANUAL CONTROL
Manual Control is not applicable if the Auto/Manual selection in Tune mode
is disabled.
To enter the Manual mode, press the AUTO/MANUAL key. The Manual
mode status LED will begin to flash indicating that the Manual mode is in
use. Shifting from the Control to the Manual mode is bumpless. The proportional output(s) will stay at the last value(s) calculated by the control
algorithm. The upper display will show the current process value. The
lower display will show the current value output power in the form PXXX
where X is equal to the percentage of output power. The value of output
power may be adjusted using the UP and DOWN keys, as required.
The output power value can be varied in the range 0% of 100% for instruments using Output 1 only, and -100% to +100 % for instruments with both
Output 1 and Output 2.
To exit from the Manual mode, press the Auto/Manual key. Shifting to the
Control mode is bumpless.
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Configuration 3.2
All configurable parameters are provided in Tables 3-1 through 3-3 on the
following pages. These tables illustrate the display sequence, parameter
adjustment and factory setting for each step.
Depression of the SCROLL key will cycle the display if Setpoint Ramp Rate
is not enabled (top display is blank, lower display shows the parameter
code) through all enabled modes as follows:
CONTROL ----PROGRAM ----TUNE
(Ctrl)(Prog)(tunE)
If a mode is not enabled it will be skipped over by the routine.
3.2.1 ENABLE MODE
The Enable mode provides a means of enabling or disabling access to the
Program and Tune modes. If a mode has been disabled, then that mode
will not be displayed or available to the user in the Control mode. See
Table 3-1 (page 24-25) for the Enable Mode procedure.
3.2.2 PROGRAM MODE
The Program mode is used to configure or re-configure the instrument.
The input and output selections are made in the Program mode. All possible parameters are illustrated in Table 3-2 (page 25). Only those parameters that are applicable to the hardware options chosen will be displayed.
3.2.3 TUNE MODE
The Tune mode is used to adjust the tuning parameters, alarm settings,
setpoint limits, and retransmit scaling needed for proper operation of the
instrument. See Table 3-3 (page 27) for Tune mode. Only those parameters that are applicable will be displayed.
TABLE 3-1 ENABLE MODE
To enter the Enable mode, press and hold the UP and DOWN keys. After 5
seconds (the AT LED should have flashed once), the display returns to
normal. After 5 more seconds, "EnAb" will be displayed. Release the keys,
the display should show "EPro". Pressing the DOWN key will display the
Enable mode codes in the following sequence:
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Pressing the SCROLL key will display the Enable mode codes with the
upper display blank. The next depression of the SCROLL key will add the
Enable code status (ON or OFF) to the upper display. With the Enable
code status displayed, use the UP key to change the status to ON and the
DOWN key to change the status to OFF.
To exit the Enable mode, press the UP key with the Enable code displayed
in the lower display and the upper display blank.
To enter the Program mode, press and release the SCROLL key until
"Prog" is displayed. Use the DOWN key to enter the Program mode. Depress and release the SCROLL key to sequence through the parameters
and their values, alternately showing the parameter code in the lower display with the upper display blank, then the parameter code with the parameter value displayed. Use the UP and DOWN keys to adjust the parameter
values. After adjusting a parameter, the upper display will flash, indicating
that the new setting has yet to be confirmed. When the setting is as required, it may be confirmed by pressing the AUTO/MANUAL key and the
upper display stops flashing. After confirming a change, press the
SCROLL key to proceed to the next parameter. Use the DOWN key to
advance to the next parameter when a parameter code is showing in the
lower display and the upper display is blank.
To exit the Program mode, press the UP key whenever a parameter code is
displayed in the lower display and the upper display is blank.
DEFAULT PARAMETER INDICATION
If a parameter value, such as Input Select, was changed while in the Program mode, when returning to the Control mode, a decimal point after each
digit will be lit. This display indicates all Tune mode parameters have been
set to their default condition. To clear this condition, enter the T une mode
and make a parameter value change and review each parameter for its
proper setting.
nonE=No Alarm
bAnd=Band
dE =Deviation
P_Lo=Proc Low
4Alarm 2 TypeALA2Same selection asnonE
ALA1
5Output 2 Usage USE2Out2 =ControlOut2
(opposite of Out1 action)
LP_r =Loop Reverse
LP_d=Loop Direct
Ad_r =Rev Logic AND
Ad_d=Dir Logic AND
Or_r =Rev Logic OR
Or_d =Dir Logic OR
A2_r =Alm Rev
A2_d=Alm Dir
6Output 3 Usage USE3Al_d =Alm DirAl_d
7Com Bit RateCbS1200, 2400, 4800,4800
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rEcP =Rcdr Out P.V.
rEcS =Rcdr Out S.P.
LP_r =Loop Reverse
LP_d=Loop Direct
Ad_r =Rev Logic AND
Ad_d=Dir Logic AND
Or_r =Rev Logic OR
Or_d=Dir Logic OR
Al_r =Alm Rev
* The Hardware Definition Code and input jumper configuration may need
to be changed. See Appendix B and C.
TABLE 3-3 TUNE MODE
To enter the Tune mode, press and release the SCROLL key until tunE is
displayed. Use the DOWN key to enter the Tune mode. Depress and
release the SCROLL key to sequence through the parameters and their
values, alternately showing the parameter code in the lower display with the
upper display blank, then the parameter code with the parameter value
displayed. Use the UP and DOWN keys to adjust the parameter values.
After adjusting a parameter, depress the SCROLL key to proceed to the
next parameter. Use the DOWN key to advance to the next parameter
when a parameter code is showing in the lower display and the upper display is blank.
To exit the Tune mode, press the UP key whenever a parameter code is
displayed in the lower display and the upper display is blank.
1RampingSPrP± Setpoint LimitsRead Only
Setpoint Value
2Setpoint RampSPrr1 to 9999 units/hourOFF
Rateand OFF
3Input FilterFilt0.0 to 100.02.0
seconds in .5 sec.
increments
4Input CorrectiCor± Span0
5Output 1%Po10 to 100%Read Only
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DISPLAYAVAILABLEFACTORY
STEPDESCRIPTIONCODESETTINGSSETTING
6Output 2%Po20 to 100%Read Only
71st OutputPb10 to 999.9%5.0
Prop. Bandof Input Span
0%=On/OFF
82nd OutputPb20 to 999.9%5.0
Prop. Bandof Input Span
0%=ON/OFF
9AutomaticArStOFF to 99 mins.OFF
Reset59 secs
10RaterAtE0 sec to 99 mins.0 secs.
59 secs.
11Overlap/SPrd-20 to 20% of0%
DeadbandPb1 and Pb2
12Manual ResetrSEt0 to 100% Output 125%
-100 to 100% Out 2
13Hysteresis
Output 1HyS10.1 to 10.0% of span0.5
Output 2HyS20.1 to 10.0% of span0.5
Out 1 & Out 2HySt0.1 to 10.0% of span0.5
14SetpointSPuLSpan Max.Span Max.
Upper Limit
15SetpointSPLLSpan Min.Span Min.
Lower Limit
16ProcessPou-1999 to 9999Span Max.
Output Upper
17ProcessPoL-1999 to 9999Span. Min.
Output Lower
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DISPLAYAVAILABLEFACTORY
STEPDESCRIPTIONCODESETTINGSSETTING
18Output 1o1PL0 to 100%100
% Limit
19Output 1Ct1.5, 1, 2, 4, 8, 16, 32,32
Cycle Time64, 128, 256, 512
secs
20Output 2Ct2.5, 1, 2, 4, 8, 16, 32,32
Cycle Time64, 128, 256, 512
secs
21Process HighPHA1± SpanSpan Max.
Alarm 1
22Process LowPLA1± SpanSpan Min.
Alarm 1
23Band Alarm 1bAL10 to Span5
24DeviationdAL1± Span5
Alarm 1
25Process HighPHA2± SpanSpan Max.
Alarm 2
26Process LowPLA2± SpanSpan Min.
Alarm 2
27Band Alarm 2bAL20 to Span5
28DeviationdAL2± Span5
Alarm 2
29Loop AlarmLAEn0=Disable0
Enable1=Enable
30Loop AlarmLAti1 sec to 99 mins.99 mins.
Position(Linear Input Only)
32EngineeringEuu-1999 to 99991000
Units Upper
33EngineeringEuL-1999 to 99990
Units Lower
34*Enable PreEPtn0=Disable0
Tune1=Enable
35Enable ManualESby0=Disable0
Control1=Enable
36**Setpoint Ramp ESPr0=Disable0
Rate Enable1=Enable
37Comm. EnableCCon0=Disable1
1=Enable
* Activates Pre-Tune on power-up when enabled.
** When enabled, allows user to change ramp rate without having to enter
Tune mode.
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Pre-Tune Mode 3.3
The Pre-Tune mode may be used to set the instrument's PID parameters to
values which are approximately correct, in order to provide a base from
which the Auto Tune mode may optimize tuning.
To engage the Pre-Tune mode, with the instrument in Control mode, press
and hold the UP and DOWN keys for approximately 5 seconds (the display
will flash during this period) until the AT LED flashes once. Release the UP
and DOWN keys. Press and hold the SCROLL key for approximately 3
seconds until the AT LED flashes.
To disengage the Pre-Tune mode, press and hold the UP and DOWN keys
until the AT LED flashes once. Release the UP and DOWN keys. Press
and hold the SCROLL key for approximately 3 seconds until the AT LED is
continuously OFF.
Note: Since the Pre-Tune mode is a single-shot operation, it will automatically disengage itself once the operation is complete. If the Enable Pre-Tune parameter in the Tune mode is enabled, then a power
interruption, the unit will first engage the Pre-Tune mode prior to engaging the Auto-Tune mode when power is restored.
Also note: The Pre-Tune mode will not engage during setpoint ramping. Additionally, if the process variable is within 5% of input span
from the setpoint, or if an incorrect key sequence is used, the PreTune mode will not be engaged.
Auto-Tune Mode 3.4
The Auto-Tune mode is used to optimize tuning while the instrument is
operating.
To engage the Auto-Tune mode, with the instrument in Control mode, press
and hold the UP and DOWN keys for approximately 5 seconds (the display
will flash during this period) until the AT LED flashes once. Release the UP
and DOWN keys. Press and hold the AUTO/MAN key for approximately 3
seconds until the A T LED lights continuously.
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Note: If the Enable Pre-Tune parameter in the Tune mode is enabled,
then on power-up, the unit will automatically engage the Pre-Tune
mode prior to engaging the Auto-Tune mode when power is restored.
To disengage the Auto-Tune mode, press and hold the UP and DOWN keys
until the AT LED flashes once. Release the UP and DOWN keys. Press
and hold the AUTO/MAN key for approximately 3 seconds until the AT LED
is continuously OFF.
Manual Tuning Method 3.5
1.Cycle Time - Time Proportioning Outputs
A. Adjusting the cycle time affects instrument operation
1. Shorter Cycle Time
a. More accurate control
b. Shorter life span of electromechanical
components
2.Proportional Bandwidth
A. Proportional Bandwidth is the inverse of gain.
Increased Bandwidth = Decreased Gain
B. Increase the Proportional Bandwidth if:
1. The process overshoots excessively
2. The process oscillates excessively
C. Decrease the Proportional Bandwidth if:
1. The process responds slowly
2. The process fails to reach setpoint
3.Add Automatic Reset
A. Increase the Automatic Reset until the process becomes
unstable, then decrease until stability is restored.
B. Be sure to allow sufficient time for the process and the
instrument to react.
4. Rate Adjustment
A. Rate can cause process instability. Typically add Rate as
1/10 th of the automatic reset value.
B. Decrease Rate if:
1. The process overshoots/undershoots
2. If the process oscillates excessively
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5.Manual Reset
A. After making all other adjustments, use if an offset exists
between the setpoint and the process variable.
B. If the process is:
1. Below setpoint use a positive Manual Reset value
2. Above the setpoint use a negative Manual Reset value
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Control Capability 4.1
A variety of user programmable control features and capabilities are available including:
• Auto Tune• Single On-Off Control
• Alarm Functions• Single Time Proportioning Control
• Auto/Manual Switching• Single Current Proportioning
• Process Retransmission• Dual On-Off Control
• Setpoint Retransmission• Dual Time Proportioning
• Setpoint Ramp Rate• Dual Current Proportioning
• Proportioning (Time or Current)/
On-Off Control
The capabilities available in a specific unit are dependent upon the hard-
ware options specified when the instrument is ordered. Refer to Appendix
F for the decoding of the instrument model number. Current proportioning
control cannot be implemented if a current output was not ordered. The
available output types and quantity of each are as follows:
Type of OutputQuantity Available
• SPDT mechanical relay outputUp to three
• SSR DriverUp to three
• mADC current outputUp to two
Control Responses 4.2
Each instrument may be configured to provide 3 mode proportional control.
Proportional control is provided with Proportional Band, Integration, and
Derivative responses. The PID parameters are defined as follows:
Out 1Out2
P (Proportional)Proportional BandPb1Pb2
I (Integration)Automatic ResetArStArSt
D (Derivative)RaterAtErAtE
Manual Reset is provided for use in lieu of, or in conjunction with automatic
reset. A cycle time adjustment parameter is provided for use with each
time proportioning control output.
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Direct/Reverse Operation of Outputs 4.3
Direct operation is typically used with cooling applications. On-Off direct
output(s) will turn on when the process variable exceeds setpoint. Proportional direct output(s) will increase the percentage of output as the process
value increases within the proportional band.
Reverse operation is typically used with heating applications. On-Off reverse output(s) will turn off when the process variable exceeds setpoint.
Proportional reverse output(s) will decrease the percentage of output as the
process value increases within the proportional band.
Output 2 will be Direct when Output 1 is selected as Reverse and Reverse
when Output 1 is selected as Direct.
On-Off Control 4.4
On-Off control can be implemented with SPDT relay or SSR driver
output(s) by setting the corresponding proportional band (Pb) to 0.0. OnOff operation can be assigned to Output 1 only (Output 2 not present),
Output 1 AND Output 2, or Output 2 only (Output 1 is time proportional or
current proportional). A hysteresis adjustment is provided for On-Off outputs, "HyS1" for Output 1 only, "HySt" for Output 1 AND Output 2, or
"HyS2" for Output 2 only. This adjustment is in % of input span and defines
the bandwidth of the hysteresis. Relay chatter can be eliminated by proper
adjustment of this parameter . When operating in On-Off control, the
output(s) will turn on or off depending upon the setpoint, the process value,
and the hysteresis adjustment.
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Time Proportioning Control 4.5
Time Proportioning control can be implemented with a SPDT relay or SSR
driver. Time proportioning control can be selected for either Output 1 or
Output 1 and Output 2, depending on hardware configuration. Time proportioning control is accomplished by cycling the output on and off during a
prescribed period of time when the process variable is within the proportional band.
Output on time = .4 x 32 = 12.8 seconds
Output off time = .6 x 32 = 19.2 seconds
When the unit is operating in the Control mode, the control algorithm determines the output % required to correct for any difference between the process value and the setpoint. The output calculation is affected by Tune
mode parameter adjustments. See Figure 4-1 (page 37) for proportional
bandwidth effect on the output.
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Current Proportioning Control 4.6
Current Proportioning control can be implemented on units provided with
mADC current output(s). Current Proportioning control provides a 4 to
20mADC or 0-20mADC output in response to process value and setpoint.
As with Time proportioning, the calculated output % for Current proportioning is affected by the Tune mode parameter adjustments.
See Figure 4-1 (below) for proportional bandwidth effect on the output.
FIGURE 4-1
Proportional Band 1
Pb1
Output 1
Output 2
Setpoint
Output Power (%)
Proportional
Band 1
Pb1
Output 1
Output 2
Output Power (%)
Setpoint
Proportional
Band 1
Output 1
Pb1
Proportional Band 2
Pb2
Overlap
(Positive value)
SPrd
Deadband
(negative value)
SPrd
Proportional Band 2
Output 2
Output 1
Process Variable
Proportional
Band 2
Pb2
Output 2
Output 1
Process Variable
Pb2 = 0
Output 2
Output 2
Output Power (%)
Positive values Negative values
Setpoint
Overlap/Deadband
Sprd
Output 2 OFF
Output 2 ON
Output 1
Process Variable
ON/OFF
Differential
HyS2
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Setpoint Adjustment 4.7
To adjust the setpoint with the instrument in the Control mode, press the
UP key to raise the setpoint and the DOWN key to lower the setpoint.
Depressing the SCROLL key, if setpoint ramping is enabled and if ramp
rate is not OFF will change the displays to:
This parameter is used to filter out any extraneous impulses on the process
variable. This filtered PV is used for all PV-dependent functions (control,
alarm, etc). The time constant is adjustable from 0.0 seconds (of f) to 100.0
seconds, in 0.5 second increments. Default value is 2.0 seconds. Display
code is FiLt.
Input Correction
This parameter is used to modify the actual process variable and is adjustable in the range ± input span. Default value is 0. Display code is iCor.
Proportional Band 1
This parameter is the portion of the input span over which the Output 1
power level is proportional to the displayed process variable value. It may
be adjusted in the range 0.0% (ON/OFF) to 999.9%. Default value is 5.0%.
Display code is Pb1. The function is illustrated in Figure A-1, page 49.
Proportional Band 2
This parameter is the portion of the input span over which the Output 2
power level is proportional to the displayed process variable value. It may
be adjusted in the range 0.0% (ON/OFF) to 999.9%. Default value is 5.0%.
Display code is Pb2. In Figure A-1 (page 49), Proportional Band 2 is
shown (a) with a nonzero value (Case 1 and Case 2) - PID Control, and (b)
with a zero value (Case 3) - ON-OFF control.
Automatic Reset (Integral)
This parameter is used to bias the proportional output(s) to compensate for
process load variations. It is adjustable in the range 1 second to 99 minutes 59 seconds per repeat and OFF (value greater than 99 minutes 59
seconds). Decreasing the time increases the Reset. This parameter is not
available if Pb1 is set to 0. Default value is OFF. Display code is ArSt.
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Rate (Derivative)
This parameter is adjustable in the range 00 seconds to 99 minutes 59
seconds and specifies how the control action responds to the rate of
change in the process variable. This parameter is not available if Pb1 is
set to 0. Default value is 0.0. Display code is rAtE.
Overlap/Deadband
This parameter defines the portion of the proportional band (Pb1 + Pb2)
over which both outputs are active (or, in the case of a deadband, neither
output is active ). It is adjustable in the range -20% to +20% (negative
value = deadband). The function is illustrated in Figure A-1, page 49. This
parameter is not applicable if Pb1 = 0 or if there is no Output 2. Default
value is 0%. Display code is SPrd.
Note: With Output 2 set on ON/OFF (Figure A-1, page 50, Case 3) the
Overlap/Deadband parameter has the effect of moving the ON hysteresis
band of Output 2 to create an overlap (positive values) or a deadband
(negative values). When Overlap/Deadband = 0, the Output 2 OFF edge of
the Output 2 ON/OFF hysteresis band coincides with the point at which
Output 1 = 0%.
Manual Reset
This parameter is expressed as a percentage of output power and is adjustable in the range 0% to 100% (if only Output 1) or -100% to +100% (if
both Output 1 and Output 2). This parameter is not applicable if Pb1 = 0.
Default value is 25%. Display code is rSEt.
Hysteresis
This parameter is a switching differential used when one or both outputs
have been set to ON/OFF. This parameter is adjustable within the range
0.1% to 10.0% of input span. Default value is 0.5%. Display code is HyS1,
HyS2, HySt. Note: Alarm output hysteresis is fixed at 2° C/F.
Setpoint Upper Limit
This parameter is the maximum limit for setpoint adjustment. It should be
set to a value which prevents the setpoint being given a value which will
cause damage to the process. The range of adjustment is to Maximum
Input Range. Default value is Range Maximum. Display code is SPuL.
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Setpoint Lower Limit
This parameter is the minimum limit for setpoint adjustment. It should be
set to a value which prevents the setpoint being given a value which will
cause damage to the process. The range of adjustment is to Minimum
Input Range. Default value is Range Minimum. Display code is SPLL.
Process Output Upper Value
This parameter defines the value of the retransmitted output (process variable or setpoint , whichever is applicable) at its maximum value; for example, for a 0-5V output, this value corresponds to 5V. It may be adjusted
within the range -1999 to 9999. The decimal position is always the same
as that for the process variable input. Default value is Input Range Maximum. Display code is Pou.
Note: If this parameter is set to a value less than that for the Process Output Lower Value, the relationship between the process variable/setpoint
value and the retransmission output is reversed.
Process Output Lower Value
This parameter defines the value of the retransmitted output (process variable or setpoint, whichever is applicable) at its minimum value; for example, for a 0-5V output, this value corresponds to 0 V. It may be adjusted
within the range -1999 to 9999. The decimal position is always the same
as that for the process variable input. Default value is Input Range Minimum. Display code is PoL.
Note: If this parameter is set to a value greater than that for the Process
Output Upper Value, the relationship between the process variable/setpoint
value and the retransmission output is reversed.
Output 1 Percent Limit
This parameter is used to limit the power level of Output 1 and may be
used to protect the process being controlled. It may be adjusted between 0
% and 100%. This parameter is not applicable if Pb1 = 0. Display code is
o1PL.
Cycle Time
This parameter is used to select the on/off cycle time for time proportioning
outputs (Ct1 for Output 1 and Ct2 for Output 2). The permitted range of
value is 0.5, 1, 2, 4, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128, 256, or 512 seconds. Default value
is 32. Display codes Ct1 & Ct2.
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Process High Alarm 1 Value
This parameter, applicable only when Alarm 1 is selected to be a Process
High alarm, defines the process variable value at or above which Alarm 1
will be active. Its value may be adjusted between Input Range Maximum
and Input Range Minimum. Its default value is Input Range Maximum.
Display code is PHA1.
Process Low Alarm 1 Value
This parameter, applicable only when Alarm 1 is selected to be a Process
Low alarm, defines the process variable value at or below which Alarm 1
will be active. Its value may be adjusted between Input Range Maximum
and Input Range Minimum. Its default value is Input Range Minimum.
Display code is PLA1.
Band Alarm 1 Value
This parameter, applicable only if Alarm 1 is selected to be a Band Alarm,
defines a band of process variable values, centered on the setpoint value.
If the process variable value is outside this band, the alarm will be active.
This parameter may be adjusted from 0 to span from the setpoint. The
default value is 5. The display code is bAL1.
Deviation Alarm 1 Value
This parameter, applicable only if Alarm 1 is selected to be a Deviation
High/Low Alarm, defines a value above (positive value - Deviation High
Alarm) or below (negative value - Deviation Low Alarm) the setpoint; if the
process variable deviates from the setpoint by a margin greater than that
defined by this parameter, Alarm 1 goes active. This parameter may be
adjusted in the range ± span from setpoint. The default value is 5. Display
code is dAL1.
Process High Alarm 2 Value
This parameter, applicable only when Alarm 2 is selected to be a Process
High Alarm, defines the process variable value at or above which Alarm 2
will be active. Its value may be adjusted between Input Range Maximum
and Input Range Minimum. Its default value is Input Range Maximum.
Display code is PHA2.
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Process Low Alarm 2 Value
This parameter, applicable only when Alarm 2 is selected to be a Process
Low Alarm, defines the process variable value at or below which Alarm 2
will be active. Its value may be adjusted between Input Range Maximum
and Input Range Minimum. Its default value is Input Range Minimum.
Display code is PLA2.
Band Alarm 2 Value
This parameter, applicable only if Alarm 2 is selected to be a Band Alarm,
defines a band of process variable values, centered on the setpoint value.
If the process variable is outside this band, the alarm will be active. This
parameter may be adjusted from 0 to span from the setpoint. The default
value is 5. Display code is bAL2.
Deviation Alarm 2 Value
This parameter, applicable only if Alarm 2 is selected to be a Deviation
High/Low Alarm, defines a value above (positive value - Deviation High
Alarm) or below (negative value - Deviation Low Alarm) the setpoint; if the
process variable deviates from the setpoint by a margin greater than that
defined by this parameter, Alarm 2 goes active. This parameter may be
adjusted in the range ± span from setpoint. The default value is 5. Display
code is dAL2.
Process High Alarm
direct-acting
Process High Alarm
reverse-acting
Process Low Alarm
direct-acting
Process Low Alarm
reverse-acting
"ALM" Off
Relay Off
"ALM" Off
Relay On
"ALM" flashes
Relay On
"ALM" flashes
Relay Off
"ALM" flashes
Relay On
PV
ALARM POINT
"ALM" flashes
Relay Off
PV
ALARM POINT
"ALM" Off
Relay Off
PV
ALARM POINT
"ALM" Off
Relay On
PV
ALARM POINT
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Band Alarm
direct-acting
open within band
Band Alarm
reverse-acting
closed within band
"ALM" flashes
Relay On
"ALM" flashes
Relay Off
ALARM VALUE
"ALM" Off
Relay Off
SP
ALARM VALUE
"ALM" Off
Relay On
SP
"ALM" flashes
Relay On
PV
"ALM" flashes
Relay Off
PV
Deviation High Alarm
direct-acting
(positive value)
Deviation Low Alarm
direct-acting
(negative value)
Deviation High Alarm
reverse-acting
(positive value)
"ALM" Off
Relay Off
"ALM" flashes
Relay On
"ALM" Off
Relay Off
SP
ALARM
POINT
SP
"ALM" flashes
Relay On
PV
ALARM
POINT
"ALM" Off
Relay Off
PV
SP
"ALM" flashes
Relay Off
PV
ALARM
POINT
Deviation Low Alarm
reverse-acting
(negative value)
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Relay On
ALARM
POINT
"ALM" Off
Relay Off
PV
SP
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Loop Alarm Enable
This parameter is the means by which the user can enable or disable the
Loop Alarm. The Loop Alarm is a special alarm which detects faults in the
control feedback loop by continuously monitoring process variable response to the control output(s).
The Loop Alarm, when enabled, repeatedly checks the control output(s) for
being at the maximum or minimum limit. If an output is found to be at the
limit, the Loop Alarm mode starts a timer; thereafter, if the high output has
not caused the process variable to be corrected by a predetermined
amount V after a time T has elapsed, the Loop Alarm goes active. Subsequently, the Loop Alarm mode repeatedly checks the process variable and
the control output(s). When the process variable starts to change value in
the correct sense or when the output comes below the limit, the Loop Alarm
is deactivated.
For PID control, the Loop Alarm Time T is always set to twice the value of
the Auto Reset parameter. For ON/OFF control, the user defined value of
the Loop Alarm Time Set Up parameter is used.
The value of V is dependent upon the input type:
Deg C:2°C or 2.0°C
Deg F:3°F or 3.0°F
Linear Range:10 least significant display units
For single output instruments, the limits are 0% and Out 1 Max %. For dual
output instruments, the limits are -100% and Out 1 Max %.
Notes:
1. Correct operation of the Loop Alarm depends upon reasonably accurate
PID tuning.
2. The Loop Alarm is automatically disabled during Manual Control mode
and during execution of the Pre-Tune mode. Upon exit from Manual mode
or after completion of the Pre-Tune routine, the Loop Alarm is automatically
re-enabled.
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Loop Alarm Time
When full ON/OFF control is selected and Loop Alarm is enabled, this parameter determines the duration of the limit condition after which the Loop
Alarm will be activated. It may be adjusted within the range of 1 second to
99 minutes 59 seconds. This parameter is omitted from the Tune mode
display sequence if ON/OFF control is not selected or Loop Alarm is disabled. The default setting 99:59. Display code is LAti.
Logical Combination of Alarms
Two alarms may be combined logically to create an AND/OR situation.
They may be configured for Reverse-acting or Direct-acting. Either Output
2 or Output 3 may be assigned as Logical Outputs.
Example:
Logical OR of Alarm 1 with Alarm 2
Direct-ActingReverse-Acting
AL1 OFF, Al2 OFF: Relay OFFAL1 OFF, Al2 OFF: Relay ON
AL1 ON, Al2 OFF: Relay ONAL1 ON, Al2 OFF: Relay OFF
AL1 OFF, Al2 ON: Relay ONAL1 OFF, Al2 ON: Relay OFF
AL1 ON, Al2 ON: Relay ONAL1 ON, Al2 ON: Relay OFF
Logical AND of Alarm 1 with Alarm 2
Direct-ActingReverse-Acting
AL1 OFF, Al2 OFF: Relay OFFAL1 OFF, Al2 OFF: Relay ON
AL1 ON, Al2 OFF: Relay OFFAL1 ON, Al2 OFF: Relay ON
AL1 OFF, Al2 ON: Relay OFFAL1 OFF, Al2 ON: Relay ON
AL1 ON, Al2 ON: Relay ONAL1 ON, Al2 ON: Relay OFF
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Direct Logic OR
ASYMMETRICAL BAND ALARM
ALARM 1
VALUE
ALARM 2
VALUE
"ALM" flashes
Relay On
ALARM 1 TYPE - Deviation
ALARM 2 TYPE - Deviation
Reverse Logic OR
"ALM" flashes
Relay Off
ALARM 1 TYPE - Deviation
ALARM 2 TYPE - Deviation
"ALM" Off
Relay Off
ALARM 2
VALUE
"ALM" Off
Relay On
"ALM" flashes
Relay On
PV
SP
ALARM 1
VALUE
"ALM" flashes
Relay Off
PV
SP
Decimal Point
This parameter, applicable only if a linear input is specified, defines the
position of the decimal point in values for the process variable, setpoint,
alarm levels and retransmission outputs as follows:
ValueDecimal Point Position
0XXXX
1XXX.X
2XX.XX
3X.XXX
The default value is 0. Display code is dPoS.
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Engineering Units Upper
This parameter, applicable only if a linear input is specified, defines the
scaled input value when the process variable input is at its maximum value.
It is adjustable between -1999 to 9999. The default value is 1000. This
parameter can be set to a value less than (but not equal to) Engineering
Units Lower, in which case the sense of the input is reversed. Display code
is Euu.
Engineering Units Lower
This parameter, applicable only if a linear input is specified, defines the
scaled input value when the process variable input is at its minimum value.
It is adjustable between -1999 and 9999. The default value is 0. This parameter can be set to a value greater than (but not equal to) Engineering
Units Upper, in which case the sense of the input is reversed. Display code
is EuL.
Pre-Tune Enable/Disable
This parameter determines whether or not the instrument Pre-Tune mode is
activated on power up or not (0=disabled, 1=enabled). Default is 0. Display code is EPtn.
Manual Mode Enable/Disable
This parameter determines whether operator selection of manual control is
enabled or disabled (0=disabled, 1=enabled). The default setting is 0.
Display code is ESby.
Setpoint Ramp Enable/Disable
This parameter enables/disables use of the Setpoint Ramp feature (0=disabled, 1=enabled). The default setting is 0. Display code is ESPr.
Communications Enable
This parameter enables/disables the changing of parameter values via the
RS485 communications link, if the Communications option is specified.
Settings are 0=disabled and 1=enabled. Default setting is 0. Display code
is CCon.
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FIGURE A-1
Proportional Band & Deadband/Overlap
Case 1
Proportional Band 1
Pb1
Output Power (%)
Case 2
Output Power (%)
Case 3
Output 1
Output 2
Setpoint
Output 1
Output 2
Output 1
(Positive value)
Proportional
Band 1
Pb1
Setpoint
Proportional
Band 1
Pb1
Proportional Band 2
Pb2
Overlap
SPrd
Deadband
(negative value)
SPrd
Proportional Band 2
Process Variable
Proportional
Band 2
Process Variable
Pb2 = 0
Pb2
Output 2
Output 1
Output 2
Output 1
Output 2
Output 2
Output Power (%)
Output 2 OFF
Output 2 ON
Setpoint
Positive values Negative values
Overlap/Deadband
Sprd
Output 1
Process Variable
ON/OFF
Differential
HyS2
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Appendix B
Board Layout - Jumper Positioning
FIGURE B-1 PCB POSITIONS
Front Panel (top edge)
Power Supply PCB
Output 3 Option PCB
(Relay, SSR or DC Output)
Output 3 Jumpers
(DC Output only)
RS485 Serial Communications
Option PCB
CPU PCB
Output 2 Option PCB
(Relay, SSR of DC Output)
Output 2 Jumpers
(DC Output only)
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FIGURE B-2 OUTPUT 2, OUTPUT 3 REMOVAL
Top of
Front Panel
Output 3 Option PCB
CPU PCB
Tongues
become
dis-engaged
Power Supply PCB
Output 2 Option PCB
REAR VIEW OF
UNHOUSED
CONTROLLER
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FIGURE B-3 CPU PWA
LJ3
LJ2
LJ1
IC6
Input Type
RTD, DC (mV)
T/C
DC (mA)
DC (V)
LJ1, LJ2, LJ3
Jumper Position
None (parked)
LJ3
LJ2
LJ1
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FIGURE B-4 PSU PWA WITH RELAY OR SSR OUPUT 1
TX1
Output Type
Relay
SSR
SK3
LJ4, LJ5
Jumper Position
LJ6
LJ7
LJ5
LJ4
LJ6, LJ7
Jumper Position
LJ6
LJ7
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FIGURE B-5 PSU PWA WITH DC OUTPUT 1
TX1
Output Type
DC (0-10V)
DC (0-20mA)
LJ8
SK3
LJ9
LJ8, LJ9
Jumper Position
LJ8
LJ9
DC (0-5V)
DC (4-20mA)
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FIGURE B-6 OPTION PWA DC OUTPUT 2/OUTPUT 3
LJ9
LJ8
Output Type
DC (0-10V)
DC (0-20mA)
LJ8, LJ9
Jumper Position
LJ8
LJ9
DC (0-5V)
DC (4-20mA)
LJ8
LJ9
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Appendix C
Hardware Definition Code
The Hardware Definition Code is used to represent the hardware installed
(input type, Output 1 type, Output 2 type and Output 3 type); this must be
compatible with the hardware actually installed. It can be accessed, with
the instrument in Program mode, by simultaneously depressing the DOWN
and SCROLL keys. The displays will show "XXXX" (where X represents
any number) in the upper display and "dEFn" in the lower display, where:
the first (left-most) digit is input type:
1=RTD/Linear mV
2=Thermocouple
3=Linear DC mA
4=Linear DC V
The displayed code may be incremented/decremented using the UP/
DOWN keys as required. The maximum setting available is 4777. For
example, the code for a thermocouple input, DC 4-20mA Output 1and relay
Output 3 would be 2701. When the code is first altered, the code display
will flash, until the desired value is displayed and confirmed by pressing the
Auto/Manual key.
While the Hardware Definition Code is displayed, depressing the SCROLL
key will cause the display to change to:
nonEorr485
OPtnOPtn
Where nonE indicates the absence of the communications option and r485
indicates the presence of the communications option.
NOTE: It is essential that this code is changed whenever there is a change
to the instrument's hardware configuration (change of input/output type,
alarm/retransmit output added/removed etc.). The instrument's software
depends upon this code to ensure that the instrument operates correctly.
To exit from the Hardware Definition Code display, depress the DOWN and
SCROLL keys simultaneously.
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Appendix D
Input Range Codes
The input ranges available (selectable via the front panel) are:
For Thermocouple Inputs
For DC Inputs
Note: Input conditioning jumper JU1 needs to be changed, see Appendix B.
Also, the Hardware Definition Code for the input type must also be changed,
see Appendix C.
General
Input Sample Rate:Four per second
Input Resolution:14 bits approximately
Input Impedance:Greater than 100M ohm resistive
(except for DC mA and V inputs)
Isolation:Universal input isolated from all outputs
except SSR at 240 V AC.
Thermocouple
Types:R, S, J, T, K, L and B
Calibration:Complies with BS4937, NBS125 and IEC584.
Sensor Break Protection:Break detected within 2 seconds. Control
outputs set to OFF (0% power); alarms
operate as if the process variable has gone
over-range.
RTD and DC mV
Type and Connection:Three-wire Pt100
Calibration:Complies with BS1904 and DIN43760.
Lead Compensation:Automatic
Sensor Break Protection:Break detected within 2 seconds. Control
outputs set to OFF (0% power); alarms
operate as if the process variable has gone
under-range.
DC mA and DC V
Scale Range Maximum:-1999 to 9999
Scale Range Minimum:-1999 to 9999
Minimum Span:1 display LSD
Sensor Break Protection:Applicable to 4-20mA, 1-5V, and 2-10V
ranges only. Break detected within 2
seconds. Control outputs set to OFF
(0% power); alarms operate as if the process
variable has gone under-range.
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Output Specifications
Output 1
General
Types Available:Relay (standard), SSR and DC as options.
Relay
Contact Type:SPDT
Rating:2A resistive at 120/240V AC
Lifetime:> 500,000 operations at rated voltage/current
Isolation:Inherent
SSR Drive/TTL
Drive Capability:SSR>4.2V DC into 1K ohm minimum
Isolation:Not isolated from input or other SSR outputs.
DC
Resolution:Eight bits in 250mS (10 bits in 1 second typical, >10
bits in >1 second typical).
Update Rate:Every control algorithm execution
Ranges:0-20mA, 4-20mA, 0-10V, and 0-5V*
Load Impedance:0-20mA:500 ohm maximum
4-20mA:500 ohm maximum
0-10V:500 ohm minimum
0-5V:500 ohm minimum
Isolation:Isolated from all other inputs and outputs.
*Changes between V and mA ranges also require JU movement.
OUTPUT 2
General
Types Available:Relay, SSR and DC
Relay
Contact Type:SPDT
Rating:2A resistive at 120/240V AC
Lifetime:> 500,000 operations at rated voltage/current
Isolation:Isolated from all other inputs and outputs
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SSR Drive/TTL
Drive Capability:SSR>4.3V DC into 250 ohm minimum
Isolation:Not isolated from input or other SSR outputs
DC
Resolution:Eight bits in 250mS (10 bits in 1 second typical, >10
bits in >1 second typical)
Update Rate:Every control algorithm execution
Ranges:0-10mA, 4-20mA, 0-10V, and 0-5V*
Load Impedance:0-20mA:500 ohm maximum
4-20mA:500 ohm maximum
0-10V:500 ohm minimum
0-5V:500 ohm minimum
Isolation:Isolated from all other inputs and outputs
*Changes between V and mA ranges also require JU movement.
OUTPUT 3
General
Types Available:Relay, SSR and DC linear (retransmit only)
Relay
Contact Type:SPDT
Rating:2A resistive at 120/240V AC
Lifetime:> 500,000 operations at rated voltage/current
Isolation:Inherent
SSR Drive/TTL
Drive Capability:SSR>4.3V DC into 250 ohm minimum
Isolation:Not isolated from input or other SSR outputs
DC
Resolution:Eight bits in 250mS (10 bits in 1 second typical, >10
bits in >1 second typical).
Update Rate:Every control algorithm execution
Ranges:0-20mA, 4-20mA, 0-10V, and 0-5V*
Load Impedance:0-20mA:500 ohm maximum
4-20mA:500 ohm maximum
0-10V:500 ohm minimum
0-5V:500 ohm minimum
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Isolation:Isolated from all other inputs and outputs.
* Changes between V and mA ranges also require JU movement.
CONTROL SPECIFICATIONS
Auto Tune Types:Pre-Tune and Auto-Tune
Proportional Bands:0 (OFF), 0.5% - 999.9% of input span @ 0.1%
increments
Auto Reset:1s-99min 59s/repeat and OFF
Rate:0 (OFF) - 99min 59s
Manual Reset:Adjustable in the range 0-100% of output power
(single output) or -100% to +100% of output power
(dual output)
Deadband/Overlap:-20% to +20% of proportional band 1 + proportional
band 2
ON/OFF Hysteresis:0.1% to 10.0% of input span (control relay only)
Alarm relay hysteresis is fixed at 2°C/F
Auto/Manual Control:User-selectable with "bumpless" transfer into and
out of Manual control.
Cycle Times:Selectable for 0.5s to 512s in binary steps
Setpoint Range:Limited by Setpoint Upper and Setpoint Lower limits
Setpoint Ramp:Ramp rate selectable 1-9999 LSDs per hour and
infinite. Number displayed is decimal point aligned
with selected range.
Alarms
Maximum Number:Two "soft" alarms plus Loop Alarm
Maximum # Outputs:Up to 2 outputs can be used for alarm purposes
Combination Alarms:Logical OR or AND of alrms to an individual
hardware output is available.
PERFORMANCE
Reference Conditions
Ambient Temperature: 20°C ± 2°C
Relative Humidity:60-70%
Supply Voltage:90-264V AC 50Hz ±1%
Source Resistance:<10 ohm for T/C input
Lead Resistance:<0.1 ohm/lead balanced (Pt100)
Common Mode
Rejection:>120dB at 50/60Hz giving negligible effect at up to
264V 50/60Hz
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Series Mode
Rejection:>500% of span (at 50/60Hz) causes negligible effect
DC Linear Inputs
Measurement
Accuracy:± 0.25% of span ± -1 LSD
Thermocouple Inputs
Measurement
Accuracy:± 0.25% of span ± -1LSD
Note: Reduced performance with Type B T/C
between 100-600 °C (212 - 1112 °F)
Linearization
Accuracy:Better than ± 0.2°C any point, any 0.1°C range
(± 0.05°C typical). Better than ± 0.5°C any point,
any 1°C range.
Cold Junction
Compensation:Better than ± 0.7°C
RTD Inputs
Measurment
Accuracy:± 0.25% of span ± 1 LSD
Linearization
Accuracy:Better than ± 0.2°C any point, any 0.1°C range
(± 0.05°C typical). Better than ± 0.5°C any point,
any 1°C range.
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OPERATING CONDITIONS
Ambient Operating0° to 55°C
Temperature:
Ambient Storage-20° to 80°C
Temperature:
Relative Humidity:20% - 95% non-condensing
Supply Voltage:90 - 264VAC 50/60Hz (standard)
Source Resistance:1000Ω maximum (thermcouple)
Lead Resistance:50Ω per lead maximum balanced (Pt100)
PHYSICAL
Dimensions:1/4 DIN front panel (96mm x 96mm) 3.94 inches
deep
Mounting:Plug-in with panel mounting fixing strap.
Panel cut-out 92mm x 92mm.
Terminals:Screw type (combination head)
Weight:16 ounces maximum
Front Panel Sealing:NEMA4 type / IP65
Display Character
Height:Top - .53", Bottom - .39"
Power Consumption:4 watts
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Appendix F
Order Matrix
OUTPUT 1
1Relay
2SSRD
34-20 mA*
OUTPUT 2
0None
1Relay
2SSRD
34-20 mA*
1 4 0 0
OUTPUT 3
0None
1Relay
2SSRD
34-20 mA**
OPTIONS
0None
1RS-485
SUFFIX
(Blank)None
0224V AC/DC
*For control output only
** For retransmission only
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Appendix G
Software Reference Sheet
HDW DEF
OPTION
Program Mode
inPS
Out1
ALA1
ALA2
USE2
USE3
CbS
CAd
CJC
Enable Mode
ENAB ON OFF
EPro
EtuN
ESPC
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Tune Mode
SPrP
SPrr
Filt
iCor
Po1
Po2
Pb1
Pb2
ArSt
rAtE
SPrd
rSEt
HyS1
HyS2
HySt
SPuL
SPLL
Pou
PoL
o1PL
Ct1
Ct2
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