Red Lion PFM User Manual

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MODEL PFM - PLANT FLOOR MARQUEE

Bulletin No. PFM-A
Drawing No. LP0776
Released 05/09

 TRI-COLOR DISPLAY PROVIDES INSTANT NOTICE OF

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

 DISPLAYS INFORMATION FROM ANY G3 HMI, AND SX/GT

MODELS OF THE DATA STATION AND MODULAR CONTROLLER

 GRAPHICAL DESIGN ALLOWS BARGRAPHS, CUSTOM

SYMBOLS AND GRAPHICS

 FOUR SIZES FOR A WIDE RANGE OF APPLICATIONS
 RS-485 PORT SUPPORTS MULTIDROP
 AC POWERED (110 or 220 VAC, 50 / 60 HZ)

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The PFM - Plant Floor Marquee series are multi-color LED displays designed
to provide vital process and production information to personnel at a glance. The
PFM must be used in tandem with Red Lion's G3 series of HMIs, Data Station
Plus or Modular Controller series. This affords the PFM the unique ability to
display information gathered by its host. The aforementioned host devices can
collect information from virtually any device equipped with a serial or Ethernet
port.

Four different sizes are available - The smallest is suitable to provide data at
the machine level, while the largest can be used to communicate information
across an entire factory floor at distances up to 600 feet (182 meters) away.

The PFM displays are controlled via the RS-485 port of a G3 HMI, or Data
Station Plus SX/GT models or Modular Controller Master modules. Acting as a
slave to these products allows the PFM to display data from multiple industrial
devices including PLCs, motor drives, barcode scanners, etc. The RS-485
connection allows the displays to be multi-dropped for applications requiring
more than one display.

The PFMs are graphic-based (versus text-based), which allows the series to
display items such as bargraphs and custom symbols and graphics. The 7.62 mm
(0.3 inch) pitch LED design allows the use of a wide range of font styles and
sizes to suit any application. The display is housed in an extruded aluminum and
plastic housing designed for indoor use. Brackets are provided to allow the PFM
to be mounted from an overhead support.

The PFM is powered by 110 or 220 VAC source. The RS-485 signal connects
to the display via an RJ modular plug.

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.

CONTENTS OF PACKAGE

- PFM display.

- Hardware kit including mounting brackets

- IEC 320 C22 power cable.

- Hex key wrench (models that require it)
.

ORDERING INFORMATION

MODEL NO. DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER

Tricolor display 16x80, 110V
Tricolor display 16x80, 220V
Tricolor display 24x120, 110V
Tricolor display 24x120, 220V

PFM

Tricolor display 32x120, 110V
Tricolor display 32x120, 220V
Tricolor display 64x120, 110V
Tricolor display 64x120, 220V PFM6412B

CBL CBL G3/DSP/MC TO PFM CBLPFM00

PFM1608A
PFM1608B
PFM2412A
PFM2412B

PFM3212A
PFM3212B
PFM6412A

CAUTION: Risk of Danger.

Read complete instructions prior to

installation and operation of the unit.

CAUTION: Risk of electric shock.

1

SPECIFICATIONS

1. POWER:

PFM1608A: 105-115 VAC, 50/60 Hz @ 75 W max.
PFM2412A: 105-115 VAC, 50/60 Hz @ 155 W max.
PFM3212A: 105-115 VAC, 50/60 Hz @ 185 W max.
PFM6412A: 105-115 VAC, 50/60 Hz @ 267 W max.
PFM1608B: 210-230 VAC, 50/60 Hz @ 75 W max.
PFM2412B: 210-230 VAC, 50/60 Hz @ 155 W max.
PFM3212B: 210-230 VAC, 50/60 Hz @ 185 W max.
PFM6412B: 210-230 VAC, 50/60 Hz @ 267 W max.

2. DISPLAY: 7.62 mm (0.3 inch) pitch LED (red/amber/green)

Resolutions:
PFM1608x: 16H x 80W
PFM2412x: 24H x 120W
PFM3212x: 32H x 120W
PFM6412x: 64H x 120W
Maximum Viewing Distance:
PFM1608x: 150 ft (45.72 m)
PFM2412x: 200 ft (60.96 m)
PFM3212x: 450 ft (137.16 m)
PFM6412x: 600 ft (182.88 m)

3. COMMUNICATIONS: Connects to the host G3, Data Station or Modular

Controller (SX or GT models only) via RS-485.

INSTALLING THE PFM

MOUNTING INSRTUCTIONS

PFM1608x, PFM2412x, & PFM3212x

The PFM16, PFM24, & PFM32 displays are designed to be mounted directly
to a wall, the ceiling or other suitable structure capable of supporting the PFM.
Extreme caution should be exercised when hanging the PFM6412x display to
provide for the safety of personnel.

The hardware kit includes mounting brackets, washers, & screws. These are
installed into the threaded inserts that are on the sides of the PFM.

4. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

Operating Temperature: 0 to 70 °C.
Storage Temperature: -10 to 70 °C.
Operating and Storage Humidity: 80% maximum relative humidity (non

condensing) from 0 to 70 °C.

5. CERTIFICA TIONS AND COMPLIANCES:

Contact your Red Lion Controls distributor for more information.

6. CONNECTOR: IEC 320 C22 style; 5 ft. power cord included (US connector)

7. CONSTRUCTION: Extruded aluminum enclosure with ABS endcaps.

8. MOUNTING REQUIREMENTS: Suspend from overhead truss or other

suitable structure. See “Mounting Instructions” for more info. Refer to local
safety codes for additional requirements.

9. DIMENSIONS:

PFM1608x: 26" x 6.6" x 2.4" (660 x 168 x 61 mm)
PFM2412x: 38.5" x 8.8" x 3.4" (978 x 224 x 86 mm)
PFM3212x: 38.8" x 10.9" x 3.4" (986 x 277 x 86 mm)
PFM6412x: 39.3" x 22.6" x 3.4" (998 x 572 x 86 mm)

10. WEIGHT:

PFM1608x: 6.8 lbs. (3.1 Kg)
PFM2412x: 14.1 lbs. (6.4 Kg)
PFM3212x: 17.0 lbs. (7.7 Kg)
PFM6412x: 28.7 lbs. (13.0 Kg)

PFM6412x

The PFM64 display is designed to be mounted directly to the wall, suspended
from a ceiling truss or other suitable structure capable of supporting it. Extreme
caution should be exercised when hanging the PFM6412x display to provide for
the safety of personnel.

MOUNTING BRACKET

SCREW

RAIL

Installing bracket:

1. Remove one of the screws in the top of the PFM.

2. Slide both of the mounting brackets into the rail.

3. Reinstall screw removed in step 1.

13

SCREW

2

2

CEILING

MOUNTING BRACKET

WALL

RAIL

POWERING THE PFM

The PFM is fitted with an IEC 320 C22 connector. A five foot long, grounded
three-prong connector cable is included with each unit. The PFM is powered by
110 VAC, 50/60 Hz or 220 VAC, 50/60 Hz depending on the model chosen.

CHAIN

COMMUNICATING WITH THE PFM

The PFM requires a host product in the form of a G3, Data Station Plus or
Modular Controller. Further, only models that have a User Interface may be
used as a host. This excludes products such as the DSPLE and CSMSTRLE.
See the relevant product bulletins for more information.

The CBLPFM00 may be used to connect the RS-485 port of the host product
to the RS-485 port of the PFM.

RS485

5' POWER CABLE

PFM1608X
PFM3212X

CBLPFM00

RJ11

PFM2412X
PFM6412X

RS485

3

CBLPFM00

RJ11

The Company warrants the products it manufactures against defects in materials and workmanship

LIMITED WARRANTY

for a period limited to two years from the date of shipment, provided the products have been stored,
handled, installed, and 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 for any affirmation, promise or representation with
respect to the products.

The customer agrees to hold Red Lion Controls harmless from, defend, and indemnify RLC against
damages, claims, and expenses arising out of subsequent sales of RLC products or products
containing components manufactured by RLC and based upon personal injuries, deaths, property
damage, lost profits, and other matters which Buyer, its employees, or sub-contractors are or may be
to any extent liable, including without 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 no other warranties or affirmations.

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