This document describes the installation, programming and operation of the RA400 Remote
Electronic Alarm Annunciator, which is designed for use with the LC2000 or most TMS Series
models.
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The RA400 Remote Annunciator panel is used in applications where it is desired to receive
TMS/LC2000 series alarms from various on-site locations at distances up to 4000 feet (1200M)
away from the main console. Since the RA400 is a microprocessor-based, addressable device
communicating over the RS-485 Peripheral Expansion Bus, up to 16 RA400 panels may be
connected to a single TMS/LC2000. The RA400 is housed in a NEMA 4X enclosure for harsh
industrial/ outdoor environments. The visual indicator employs an ultra-bright, LED strobe for
maximum reliability in extreme temperatures. The membrane overlay pushbuttons are 1.75” on
centers for easy operation with gloved hands.
RA 400
TANK 1 HIGH LEVEL ALARM
If AlarmSounds Call:
REMOTE ANNUNCIATOR
POWER
COMPANY ABC INC.(555) 501-0005
RESETTEST
PNEUMERCATOR
Liquid Level Control Systems
DRAWING NO. 20060 REV. N/C
Figure 1.0-1 Front Panel View
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FRONTPANEL
D2D3
+3.3V+5V
FRONTPANELCABLECONNECTOR
(2)LEDS
PLUG-INTERMINAL
(2)RS-485COMMS.
PLUG-INTERMINAL
BLOCKS
RS-485COMMS.
CH.A(+)
I
CH.B(-)
N
SHIELD
ON
LINETERMINATOR
"ON"FOR
END-OF-RUN ONLY
OFF
S2
(2)ROTARY
SWITCHES
RS2
BLOCK
OUT
LINEVOLTAGE
SWITCH
(3)DIP
S3
ADDRESSSELECT
S4
SHUTOFFDELAY
1
ALARMTYPE
23
TA/D1TB/D2TC /D3TD /D4LK/D5
* /D9*/D10*/D11
W/D12
*/D13*/D14*/D15
OPEN
45678
123
OPEN
45678
123
OPEN
4567
D16
8
ALARMGROUP
EDITENFPACKSEREN
3BT2BT
SP1/D6SP2/D7
TB4
SP3/D8
COM
SILENCE
TEST
REMOTE
SWITCH
S5
12345687
S6
1723456
8
S7
1723456
8
SWITCHES
1/2 AMP250 VACFASTACTING
AC
IN
FUSE
115V
HOT
NEUTRAL
GND
LINETERMINATORSWITCH
AC POWER PLUG-IN TERMINAL BLOCK
(W/SCREWFLANGETOSECUREPLUG)
DRAWING NO.20061REV. A
Figure 1.0-2 Interior View
1.1 TMS/LC2000 Compatibility
The RA400 can be used with most TMS/LC2000 models provided appropriate firmware is loaded.
RA400 support is provided with the following TMS/LC2000 console firmware versions:
LC2000: V6x.00.08 or later
TMS2000: V2x.00.13 or later; V2x.01.xx
TMS3000: V3x.00.13 or later; V3x.01.xx
TMS2000W, TMS4000, TMS4000W: All firmware versions supported
where “xx” denotes “don’t care” values
Please contact Technical Support for an upgrade if you have firmware outside of the above range,
or if you have questions about identifying the firmware version in your console.
IMPORTANT! Confirm that the installed TMS/LC2000 console firmware
version su
orts RA400 communications.
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1.2 TEST Pushbutton
The TEST pushbutton is used to confirm operation of the front panel audible and visual alarms. For
tank fill operations, TEST should always be used to confirm RA400 operation prior to filling the tank.
1.3 RESET Pushbutton
The RESET pushbutton is used to acknowledge alarm conditions. Note that acknowledging an alarm
condition silences the audible annunciator for all existing alarms, but does not turn off the visual alarm,
which remains active until the alarm condition is removed. The audible alarm will be re-activated for
new alarms.
1.4 Visual Alarm Strobe
The visual alarm strobe is activated upon occurrence of any of the user-programmable tank, sensor,
contact closure or system alarm conditions listed in the Alarm Programming Table in section 3.1.3.
The visual alarm strobe flashes two to three times every six seconds as a result of loss of
communications between the RA400 and TMS/LC2000 console. Note that the visual alarm strobe
remains active until the alarm condition is removed.
1.5 Audible Annunciator
A front panel horn is provided to annunciate both user-selectable alarms as well as communications
failures. The horn can be silenced manually by pressing the RESET pushbutton, automatically by
eliminating the alarm condition, or by programming an audible alarm shutoff. See section 3.1.2 for
audible alarm shutoff delay programming. Under alarm conditions, the beep rate of the annunciator
varies with the alarm type as follows;
Alarm Group
Tank
(TMS Only)
Sensor
Contact Closure
System
Communications All One Fast Beep every 6
ms = milliseconds
larm TypeBeep Rate
LeakFast
SP1Medium Fast (100ms)
SP2Medium Slow (200ms)
SP3Slow (400ms)
Wate
llFast (50ms
llSlow (400ms)
llSlow (400ms)
Slow (400ms)
Seconds
50ms
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1.6 Power Indicator LED
A front panel LED indicator is provided to confirm that the RA400 is being supplied with AC power,
and that the RA400 DC power supply is operational.
DANGER! DO NOT assume that failure of the Power Indicator LED to operate
is an indication that the AC connection is not LIVE. The LED will also not
operate if the RA400 fuse has blown, or if the DC supply or LED has failed.
TURN OFF POWER AT THE CIRCUIT BREAKER BEFORE SERVICING!
1.7 User-Selectable Advisory Pocket Insert
The RA400 front panel includes a 0.8”H x 3.5”L clear pocket window that accepts a pocket insert
displaying alarm description and emergency contact information. Blank inserts and pre-printed
labels are provided for most alarm descriptions. These labels are applied to the blank pocket insert,
which is then installed from the inside of the front cover. Optionally, the users may print their own
labels, or write directly on the pocket insert. If writing directly on the pocket insert, an indelible marker
or other permanent ink method should be used.
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2.0 Installation
The RA400 is designed for both indoor and outdoor installation. If the unit is to be installed outdoors,
the installer must pay attention to local code requirements for outdoor conduit runs containing AC
line voltage.
WARNING! This device is designed for Ordinary Location, Non-Hazardous
installation only, as defined by Underwriters Laboratories (UL) and the
National Electrical Code (NEC). DO NOT install where flammable vapors may
be present.
2.1 Mounting
The RA400 is designed for wall mounting using the four mounting holes as shown in Figure 2.1-1.
Mounting hole placement is made easy using supplied 1:1 scale mounting template in Figure 2.1-2.
Note that these mounting holes are outside of the gasketed interior of the enclosure and therefore
do not affect weatherproof performance.
DIMENSIONS:INCHES [MM]
1
5
[140]
2
21
[93]
3
32
COMMUNICATIONSCONDUITOPENING
15
3
[100]
16
5
3
[92]
8
13
[61]
2
7
[200]
7
8
3
[180]
7
32
(4)
MOUNTING
HOLES
AC POWER
CONDUIT
7
[149]
5
3
[53]
2
32
8
OPENING
32
COVERSHOWNFORREF.
13
[20]
16
(4)MOUNTINGSCREWS
SCREWANCHOR
9
[39]
1
16
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[Ø22]HOLETYP. 2 PLS.
Ø
8
FOR 1/2"NPTORMETRICEQUIVALENT
Figure 2.1-1
WATERTIGHTFITTING
DRAWINGNO.20025REV.A
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Figure 2.1-2 Mounting Template
DRAWING NO.20024 REV.N/C
7
3
32
[180.0]
3
21
32
[93.0]
USE (4) #10 X 2" LENGTH
MOUNTINGSCREWS
(3/8"MAX.SCREW HEAD DIA.)
DIMENSIONS: INCHES (MM)
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2.2 Wiring
2.2.1 AC Power
Wire AC power in accordance with Figure 2.2.1-1 below. Be sure to set 115/230VAC selector switch
to the proper voltage. Note that the AC terminal block can be wired in-place or unplugged.
DANGER! AC power must be turned off at the circuit breaker before
attempting to connect AC wiring to this device.
WARNING! Do not connect or disconnect front panel display cable while
AC power is applied. Damage to display or main board may occur!
FUSE
115/230 VAC
SWITCHABLE
1/2 AMP250 VACFASTACTING
AC
IN
115V
HOT
NEUTRAL
GND
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115/230 VAC
50/60Hz
Figure 2.2.1-1
DWGNO. 20026 REV. A
2.2.2 Communications
The RA400 supports an RS-485 multi-drop cabling topology as illustrated in Figure 2.2.2-1 below.
Maximum cable distance from the TMS/LC2000 console to the furthest RA400 is 4000 feet (1200M).
PNEUMERCATOR
LiquidLevelControlSystems
TMS
TMS
TANKMANAGEMENT SYSTEM
#2#1
ETD1000 OR RA400ETD1000 ORRA400
REMOTEANNUNCIATOR
RA 400
ETD1000
ELECTRONIC TANKDISPLAY
PNE
PNEUMERCATOR
LiquidLeve
LiquidLevelControlSystems
ETD1000
RA 400
PNEUMERCATOR
LiquidLevelControlSystems
ELECTRONICTANK DISPLAY
REMOTEANNUNCIATOR
END-OF-RUN
ETD1000 ORRA400
RA 400
REMOTEANNUNCIATOR
ETD1000
ELECTRONIC TANKDISPLAY
PNE
PNEUMERCATOR
LiquidLeve
LiquidLevelControlSystems
AC
POWER
AC
POWER
AC
POWER
JUNCTION BOX
4000 FEET (1200 M)MAX. DISTANCE
DWGNO. 20027 REV. B
Figure 2.2.2-1 TMS Communications Topology
PNEUMERCATOR
Liquid Level Control Systems
LC2000
LC 2000
LEAK/POINT LEVELCONSOLE
PNEUMERCATOR
Liquid Level Control Systems
REMOTE ANNUNCIATOR
AC
POWER
RA 400
JUNCTION BOX
4000 FEET (1200 M) MAX.DISTANCE
RA 400
PNEUMERCATOR
Liquid Level ControlSystems
#2#1
RA400RA400
REMOTE ANNUNCIATOR
AC
POWER
END-OF-RUN
RA400
PNEUMERCATOR
Liquid Level ControlSystems
REMOTE ANNUNCIATOR
AC
POWER
RA 400
DWG NO. 20188 REV. N/C
Figure 2.2.2-2 LC2000 Communications Topology
2.2.2.1 Cable Requirements
Cable type should be 24AWG, single twisted pair, shielded, designated for RS-485 communications
having a nominal impedance of 120 ohms.
Recommended Cables:
-4 F to 176 F (-20 C to 80 C) Operation* - Belden 9841 or equivalent
-94 F to 392 F (-70 C to 200 C) Operation* - Belden 89841 or equivalent
*See Section 4.0 Product Specifications for Operating Temperature range limits of the RA400.
IMPORTANT! Use only recommended RS-485 communications cable or
manufacturer’s DOCUMENTED equivalent.
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2.2.2.2 RA400 Terminal Connections
Plug-in terminal blocks TB2 and TB3 are provided for connection to the RS-485 Expansion Bus.
Both input and output terminals are provided to support multi-drop wiring to additional RA400s or
other RS-485 expansion bus peripherals.
RS-485
CH.A(+)
I
CH.B(-)
N
SHIELD
DRAWING NO.20033 REV.N/C
MMS.
3BT2BT
OUT
2.2.2.3 RA400 Communications Wiring Detail
See Figure 2.2.2.3-1 below.
END-OF-RUN
"OFF"POSITION
TO ADD ANOTHER
ETD1000/RA400
WHT/BLBL/WHT
SHD
TO TMS RS-485
COMMS.
RS-485 COMMS.
CH.A(+)
I
CH.B(-)
N
SHIELD
ON
LINE TERMINATOR
"ON"FOR
END-OF-RUN ONLY
OFF
OUT
WHT/BLBL/WHTSHD
2 CONDUCTOR SHIELDEDRS-485 COMM.CABLE
WHT/BLBL/WHT
SHD
"ON" POSITION
FOR LAST
ETD1000/RA400
Figure 2.2.2.3-1 RA400 Communications Wiring
RS-485 COMMS.
CH.A(+)
I
CH.B(-)
N
SHIELD
ON
LINE TERMINATOR
"ON"FOR
END-OF-RUN ONLY
OFF
OU
T
1/2" NPT FITTINGAND CONDUIT(EACH ETD1000/RA400)
DWG NO. 20028 REV. A
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2.2.2.4 RS-485 Communications Wiring Detail
Current version TMS/LC2000 consoles have the same type of plug-in terminal connector and wiring
designations as the RA400, as illustrated in Figure 2.2.2.4-1 below. Previous versions have a 6position modular jack. If the board type is a previous version, you will need to replace it with a current
revision board. Please contact the factory for more details.
– –OR– –TMS3000/TMS4000LC2000/TMS2000
RS-485COMMS.
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L)
T
)
H
T/B
/W
H
L
HIELD
(B
(W
S
(
A
.
H
SHD
CH.B
C
GND
ISGND
HOT
NEUT
ISGND
3 POSITION
TERMINALBLOCK
GND
ISGND
HOT
NEUT
ISGND
CH.A(WHT/BL)
CH.B(BL/WHT)
SHD(SHIELD)
RS-485COMMS.1/2"NPTFITTING ANDCONDUIT
RS-485COMMUNICATIONSI/O
3/4"NPT
FITTING AND
CONDUIT
3 POSITION
TERMINALBLOC
RS-485COMMUNICATIONSI/O
DRAWING NO. 20189 REV. N/
Figure 2.2.2.4-1 RS-485 Communications Connection, Current Version Boards
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2.2.2.5 Line Termination Resistor
The RS-485 bus requires that the end-of-run device be terminated with a 120-ohm resistor. This is
accomplished by setting the LINE TERMINATION switch to “ON” if the selected RA400 is the last
device on the bus. Otherwise this switch should be set to “OFF”.
LINETERMINATOR
ON
"ON"FOR
END-OF-RUN ONLY
OFF
DRAWING NO.20034REV.
S2
2.2.3 RS-2 Remote TEST/RESET Wiring
A connection is provided to externally TEST and RESET the RA400 using a Pneumercator model
RS-2 Remote TEST/RESET Switch Assembly or similar device having NORMALLY OPEN contacts.
Note that the front panel TEST and RESET pushbuttons remain active when wired for external
operation.
RS-2
RA400 / RA400W
1/2"NPT FITTING
AND CONDUIT
R
B
G
E
L
R
D
K
N
SILENCE
COM
TEST
REMOTE
SWITCH
3CONDUCTOR22AWGCABLEBELDEN 8443OREQUIV.
NOTE:BELDENCOLORSSHOWN)
(
COVER
TEST
RESET
REDBLACKGREEN
1/2"NPT FITTINGAND CONDUIT
Figure 2.2.3-1 RS-2 Remote TEST/RESET Wiring
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200 FEET (60 M) MAX. DISTANCE
DRAWING NO.20063REV. A
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3.0 Configuration
The RA400 provides user-programmable features that allow the operator to alter audible/visual
alarm operation as well as control interaction with the TMS/LC2000 for remote alarm
acknowledgement. These programmable features are selectable using on-board dipswitches. No
programming is required at the TMS/LC2000 console.
3.1 On-Board Programming
3.1.1 Setting Logical Address – S3
The TMS/LC2000 has the ability to individually address up to sixteen (16) RA400 remote displays.
Rotary dipswitch S3 is used to select unique addresses for each RA400 connected to the same
TMS/LC2000. Note that address order is not important, and that RA400 device addresses are
independent of other TMS/LC2000 smart peripheral types. For example, an RA400 set to device
address “4” will not conflict with an ETD1000 also set to device address “4”.
Table 3.1.1-1 S3 Assignments
ADDRESS
SELECT
DRAWING NO.20064REV. A
S3
S3RA400
Address
Select
Device
ddress
01
12
23
34
45
56
67
78
89
910
11
B12
C13
D14
E15
F16
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3.1.2 Setting Shutoff Delay – S4
The RA400 provides the user with selectable automatic shutoff delays for the audible alarm. Once
initiated, the audible alarm will turn off after the selected time delay has elapsed, or immediately if
acknowledged at the front panel. This feature is useful in applications where continued operation of
an unacknowledged audible alarm poses a nuisance or noise abatement problem.
WARNING! Use this feature only if an unacknowledged alarm will not
pose a potential safety or environmental hazard.
Table 3.1.2-1 S4 Assignments
SHUTOFFDELAY
DRAWING NO.20065REV. A
S4
S4RA400
Shutoff
Select
Shutoff Delay
Minutes)
0NONE
11
22
33
44
55
66
77
88
99
10
B11
C12
D13
E14
F15
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3.1.3 Alarm Programming - S5(1-5), S6, S7
The RA400 alarm programming provides the user with considerable flexibility in the selection of
which alarms it is to annunciate. Referring to Table 3.1.3-1 below, the Alarm TYPE dipswitches
allow the user to select between four types of alarms; TANK, SENSOR, CONTACT CLOSURE and
SYSTEM. For each alarm type, the Alarm GROUP dipswitches allow the user to select a tank,
sensor or contact closure group, for example, tanks 1 thru 4, 5 thru 8, 9 thru 12, etc., or all tanks.
The user can further select individual devices within the selected Alarm GROUP. The TANK and
SYSTEM alarm types also provide specific alarm selections as indicated in Table 3.1.3-1 below.
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Front Panel (FP) Acknowledge Settings: If set to LOCAL, front panel acknowledgement will only
silence local RA400 audible alarm. If set to LOCAL and TMS/LC2000, both RA400 and
TMS/LC2000 audible alarms will be silenced.
Mode
*Factory Default
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4.0 Product Specifications
Dimensions: 7.9” W x 5.5” H x 3.5” D
Weight: 8 lbs
Operating Temperature: -40 ºF to 160 ºF (-40 ºC to 70 ºC)