Red Lion GMOUT 4 User Manual

Bulletin No. GMOUT-B

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Drawing No. LP0920

Released 04/14

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MODEL GMOUT - GRAPHITE™ SERIES 4-CHANNEL
ANALOG OUTPUT MODULE

 HIGH DENSITY ANALOG OUTPUT MODULE FOR THE

GRAPHITE SERIES

 AVAILABLE OUTPUTS INCLUDE 0 to 5 VDC, 0 to 10 VDC,

±10 VDC, AND 0/4-20 mA DC

 OUTPUTS ARE ISOLATED FROM EACH OTHER AND FROM

THE BACKPLANE

 OUTPUTS ARE SOFTWARE CONFIGURED AND FULLY

SCALABLE

 CAN BE USED IN CONJUNCTION WITH ANY GRAPHITE

SERIES MODULES

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The model GMOUT is an analog output module designed for use with the
Graphite Series. The module provides four isolated outputs that are independently
programmable for output ranges of 0-5V, 0-10V, +/-10V, 0-20mA, or 4-20mA.
Internal scaling is provided to accommodate virtually any application.

The modules connect and communicate via proprietary USB connection to
the various Graphite devices. The Graphite devices, equipped with serial ports
as well as an Ethernet port(s), allows the system to share data with PCs, PLCs,
and SCADA systems. The maximum number of modules various for each
Graphite device, see specific models for details.

Once programmed, the module will continue to operate/control independent
of the Graphite device as long as power is applied. Remove power from the host
device before installing or replacing any modules.

DIMENSIONS In inches (mm)

CONFIGURATION

The Graphite Series is configured with Windows® compatible Crimson
software. The software is an easy to use, graphical interface that provides a
means of communication configuration, as well as commissioning and
calibration of new systems.

SAFETY SUMMARY

All safety related regulations, local codes and instructions that appear in the
manual or on equipment must be observed to ensure personal safety and to
prevent damage to either the instrument or equipment connected to it. If
equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection
provided by the equipment may be impaired.

Do not use the module to directly command motors, valves, or other actuators
not equipped with safeguards. To do so can be potentially harmful to persons or
equipment in the event of a fault to the module.

CAUTION: Risk of Danger.

Read complete instructions prior to

installation and operation of the unit.

CAUTION: Risk of electric shock.

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SPECIFICATIONS

1. POWER: Power will be supplied by the Graphite host device.

2. LEDs:

STS - Status LED shows module condition.
ALM - Alarm LED is lit when an internal alarm condition exists.

3. MEMORY: Non-volatile memory retains all programmable parameters.

4. COMMUNICATIONS: Provided by the graphite host device

4. OUTPUTS:

Channels: 4 independent outputs
Response Time: 25 msec max. to within 99% of final value
Output Range: software selectable

OUTPUT RANGE

ACCURACY *

18 to 28 °C

10 to 75% RH

0 to 5 VDC 0.2% of span 0.4% of span 10K Ω min. 1/30,000

0 to 10 VDC 0.1% of span 0.2% of span 10K Ω min. 1/60,000

-10 to +10 VDC 0.1% of span 0.2% of span 10K Ω min. 1/60,000

0 to 20 mA 0.1% of span 0.2% of span 500 Ω max. 1/60,000

4 to 20 mA 0.1% of span 0.2% of span 500 Ω max. 1/48,000

* The accuracy is specified after 20 minutes warmup; in a non-condensing
environment; and includes linearity errors.

5. ISOLATION LEVEL: The outputs are isolated from each other, and are
isolated from the power supply. 500 V @ 50/60 Hz for 1 minute between any
of the outputs and the Host power supply input.

ACCURACY *

-40 to 75 °C

0 to 85% RH

COMPLIANCE RESOLUTION

6. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
Operating Temperature Range: -40 to +75 °C; limited to host
Storage Temperature Range: -40 to +85 °C
Operating and Storage Humidity: 85% max relative humidity, non-

condensing, from -40 to +75 °C

Altitude: Up to 2000 meters

7. CERTIFICATIONS AND COMPLIANCES:

CE Approved

EN 61326-1 to Industrial Locations
IEC/EN 61010-1
RoHS Compliant

UL Listed: File #E302106

8. CONSTRUCTION: Case body is all metal construction. For indoor use only.
Installation Category II, Pollution Degree 2.

9. CONNECTIONS: Removable wire clamp screw terminal blocks.
Wire Gage: 28-16 AWG terminal gage wire
Torque: 6.0 lbf-inch (96 oz-inch)

10. MOUNTING: Screws to host

11. WEIGHT: 8 oz (224 g)

VDC

BLOCK DIAGRAM

PORT 1

PROGRAMMING

A

PORT 2

COMMUNICATIONS

A

+

-

POWER

SUPPLY

A

ISOLATED

PORT 3

ETHERNET

B

POWER

SUPPLY

CHANNEL 1

OUTPUT

CHANNEL 3

OUTPUT

GRAPHITE HOST GMOUT400 - ANALOG OUTPUT MODULE

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ISOLATED

V+

V-

I+
I-

ISOLATED

V+

V-

I+
I-

0-5V
0-10V
+/-10V

0-20mA
4-20mA

0-5V
0-10V
+/-10V

0-20mA
4-20mA

CHANNEL 2

OUTPUT

D

CHANNEL 4

OUTPUT

F

ISOLATED

V+

V-

I+
I-

ISOLATED

V+

V-

I+
I-

0-5V
0-10V
+/-10V

0-20mA
4-20mA

0-5V
0-10V
+/-10V

0-20mA
4-20mA

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EMC INSTALLATION GUIDELINES

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Although Red Lion Controls Products are designed with a high degree of
immunity to Electromagnetic Interference (EMI), proper installation and wiring
methods must be followed to ensure compatibility in each application. The type
of the electrical noise, source or coupling method into a unit may be different
for various installations. Cable length, routing, and shield termination are very
important and can mean the difference between a successful or troublesome
installation. Listed are some EMI guidelines for a successful installation in an
industrial environment.

1. A unit should be mounted in a metal enclosure, which is properly connected

to protective earth.

2. Use shielded (screened) cables for all Signal and Control inputs. The shield

(screen) pigtail connection should be made as short as possible. The

connection point for the shield depends somewhat upon the application.

Listed below are the recommended methods of connecting the shield, in order

of their effectiveness.

a. Connect the shield to earth ground (protective earth) at one end where the

unit is mounted.

b. Connect the shield to earth ground at both ends of the cable, usually when

the noise source frequency is over 1 MHz.

c. Connect the shield to common of the module and leave the other end of the

shield unconnected and insulated from earth ground.

3. Never run Signal or Control cables in the same conduit or raceway with AC

power lines, conductors, feeding motors, solenoids, SCR controls, and

heaters, etc. The cables should be run through metal conduit that is properly

grounded. This is especially useful in applications where cable runs are long

and portable two-way radios are used in close proximity or if the installation

is near a commercial radio transmitter. Also, Signal or Control cables within

an enclosure should be routed as far away as possible from contactors, control

relays, transformers, and other noisy components.

4. Long cable runs are more susceptible to EMI pickup than short cable runs.

Therefore, keep cable runs as short as possible.

5. In extremely high EMI environments, the use of external EMI suppression

devices such as Ferrite Suppression Cores for signal and control cables is

effective. The following EMI suppression devices (or equivalent) are

recommended:

Fair-Rite part number 0443167251 (RLC part number FCOR0000)
TDK part number ZCAT3035-1330A
Steward part number 28B2029-0A0

Line Filters for input power cables:

Schaffner # FN610-1/07 (Red Lion Controls # LFIL0000)
Schaffner # FN670-1.8/07
Corcom # 1 VR3

Note: Reference manufacturer’s instructions when installing a line filter.

6. To protect relay contacts that control inductive loads and to minimize radiated
and conducted noise (EMI), some type of contact protection network is
normally installed across the load, the contacts or both. The most effective
location is across the load.
a. Using a snubber, which is a resistor-capacitor (RC) network or metal oxide

varistor (MOV) across an AC inductive load is very effective at reducing
EMI and increasing relay contact life.

b. If a DC inductive load (such as a DC relay coil) is controlled by a transistor

switch, care must be taken not to exceed the breakdown voltage of the
transistor when the load is switched. One of the most effective ways is to
place a diode across the inductive load. Most RLC products with solid state
outputs have internal zener diode protection. However external diode
protection at the load is always a good design practice to limit EMI.
Although the use of a snubber or varistor could be used.

RLC part numbers: Snubber SNUB0000

Varistor ILS11500 or ILS23000

Note: Reference manufacturer’s instructions when installing any EMI

suppression device.

7. Also care should be taken when connecting input and output devices to the
instrument. When a separate input and output common is provided, they
should not be mixed. Therefore a sensor common should NOT be connected
to an output common. This would cause EMI on the sensitive input common,
which could effect the instrument’s operation.

Visit RLC’s web site at www.redlion.net for more information on EMI

guidelines, Safety and CE issues as they relate to Red Lion Controls products.

HARDWARE INSTALLATION

Modules must be installed beginning with slot 1 (left-most slot), with no
empty slots between the modules, and the order must match the modules order
in Crimson. Torque screws to 6.0 pound-force inch (96 ounce-force inch)

WARNING: Disconnect all power
to the unit before installing or
removing modules.

WIRING

WIRING CONNECTIONS

All conductors should meet voltage and current ratings
for each terminal. Also, cabling should conform to
appropriate standards of good installation, local codes and
regulations and be suitably rated for the temperatures of
the environment to which it is being installed. When wiring
the module, use the numbers on the label to identify the
position number with the proper function. Strip the wire,
leaving approximately 1/4" (6 mm) of bare wire exposed.
Insert the wire into the terminal, and tighten.

Terminals 13 to 18

Terminals 7 to 12

Terminals 1 to 6

REMOVE RUBBER
MODULE PLUG

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1

I-V-V+

N/CI+N/C

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3

V-I-I+

I-V+I+

129871110

2

V-I-V+

3

V-V+I+

6

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LEDS

ALM – ALARM LED

The Alarm LED indicates the presence of a fault condition.

STS – STATUS LED

The Status LED is a green LED that provides information regarding the state
of the module. This includes indication of the various stages of the start-up
routine (power-up), as well as any errors that may occur.

Startup Routine

Off

Flashing Green Module switching to configuration.

Green Module performing normally.

Module is currently running the boot loader and/or
being flash upgraded by Crimson.

Error States

Flashing Green

Module is controlling properly, but has lost
communication with the Host.

FIRMWARE UPGRADE

The module’s firmware is stored in flash memory so that software/hardware

conflicts are avoided, and so features can be added in the future.

During a download, Crimson compares its own library of firmware files with
those stored in the module. If they do not match, Crimson will download the
necessary firmware.

CONFIGURATION

Programming is done via Crimson, a Windows® compatible configuration
interface. Please see the Crimson manual for more information.

ORDERING INFORMATION

TYPE DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER

Graphite 7" Color Touch Screen, Indoor, 24 VDC Powered G07C0000

Graphite 7" Color Touch Screen, Indoor/Outdoor, 24 VDC Powered G07S0000

Graphite 9" Color Touch Screen, Indoor, 24 VDC Powered G09C0000

Graphite 9" Color Touch Screen, Indoor, 24 VDC Powered, Additional Ethernet Port G09C1000

Graphite 10" Color Touch Screen, Indoor, 24 VDC Powered G10C0000

Graphite 10" Color Touch Screen, Indoor, 24 VDC Powered, Additional Ethernet Port G10C1000

Operator

Interface Panels

Input Modules

Graphite 10" High Resolution Display, Color Touch Screen, Indoor, 24 VDC Powered G10R0000

Graphite 10" High Resolution Display, Color Touch Screen, Indoor, 24 VDC Powered, Additional Ethernet Port G10R1000

Graphite 10" Color Touch Screen, Indoor/Outdoor, 24 VDC Powered G10S0000

Graphite 10" Color Touch Screen, Indoor/Outdoor, 24 VDC Powered, Additional Ethernet Port G10S1000

Graphite 12" Color Touch Screen, Indoor, 24 VDC Powered G12C0000

Graphite 12" Color Touch Screen, Indoor, 24 VDC Powered, Additional Ethernet And Serial Port G12C1100

Graphite 15" Color Touch Screen, Indoor, 24 VDC Powered G15C0000

Graphite 15" Color Touch Screen, Indoor, 24 VDC Powered, Additional Ethernet And Serial Port G15C1100

Graphite Module, 4 Analog Outputs GMOUT400

Red Lion Controls
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LIMITED WARRANTY

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used under proper conditions. The Company’s liability under this limited warranty shall extend only to the
repair or replacement of a defective product, at The Company’s option. The Company disclaims all liability
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limitation penalties imposed by the Consumer Product Safety Act (P.L. 92-573) and liability imposed upon any
person pursuant to the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act (P.L. 93-637), as now in effect or as amended hereafter.

No warranties expressed or implied are created with respect to The Company’s products except those expressly
contained herein. The Customer acknowledges the disclaimers and limitations contained herein and relies on
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