
Introduction
Your Veeder-Root brand Series C342 panel instrument is powered by an internal lithium
battery, features an 8 digit LCD display and is housed in a ultra compact 1/32 DIN
package. An IEC IP65 rated front panel is suitable for washdown environments.
All models feature signal and remote-reset inputs capable of accepting the high voltage AC
or DC impulses They can be applied in much the same manner as electromechanical
devices of similar voltage rating, but have the inherent life and reliability benefits of modern
electronic design.
This product has been configured at the factory to perform one of the following functions:
Count Totalizer, Time Totalizer (Hours:Minutes:Seconds), or Time Totalizer (Hours, 1/100
resolution).
The following pages of the manual will
provide information on proper panel
mounting of the device, terminal layout
and wiring instructions, as well as an
overview of the basic operating functions
of the unit. Also included are the key
product specifications, warranty
procedures, and ordering information
should you require additional units.
Models Covered in this Manual
Technical Manual
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C342-0474 Totalizer: Accumulates and displays
counted pulses. Total can be reset via front
panel button (may be disabled) or remote
reset terminals.
C342-1474 Time Totalizer: Accumulates time in
the format Hours:Minutes:Seconds. Can be
reset via front panel button (may be disabled)
or remote reset terminals.
C342-2474 Time Totalizer: Accumulates time in
hours with 1/100 resolution. Can be reset via
front panel button (may be disabled) or
remote reset terminals.
Features
•
Available models include count and time
totalization
•
Unique input circuit accepts 12 to 250 V,
AC/DC, for signal and reset functions
•
Crisp 8 digit LCD display provides easy to
read process values
•
Compact 1/32 DIN bezel and 60mm
behind the panel depth save panel space
•
Internal lithium battery provides long life
and eliminates the need for external power
•
IEC IP65 rated front panel for use in
washdown environments
Other matching C342 models are
available which offer features such as
a 6 digit LED display, quadrature
(bidirectional encoder) input
capability, factory programmed
presets and scale values, and a
message display with alpha numeric
capability. Ask us for more
information regarding the complete
C342 family of products.
Index
Overview
Installation page 2
Terminal Connections page 3
Setup
Front Panel Operation page 3
General
Specifications page 4
Ordering Information page 4
Warranty page 4
Veeder-Root
Series C342
Self Powered
LCD Display
HV Input
brand

OVERVIEW
INSTALLATION
Dimensions
48 mm
VEEDER-ROOT
Energy Conservation Mode
In order to maximize the lifetime of the internal battery the unit is
shipped in a low energy use mode. When in this mode, the display will
appear as shown in the figure below. Prior to use, the unit must be
woke up by pressing the front panel reset key. Please note that the
Energy Conservation Mode can not be reactivated.
24
mm
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45 mm
+0.6 mm
22 mm
+0.3mm
Panel Mounting
Make a panel cutout per the recommended opening illustrated by the
figure above. Place the included gasket over the rear of the unit and
place the unit in the panel cutout. Slide the panel mount bracket into
place over the unit's rear allowing the bracket tabs to engage the
grooves on the case. Continue to push forward until the bracket arm
fits snugly against the panel.
VEEDER-ROOT
Top View
8
mm
2
60
mm
Mounting
Grooves
Bracket Arm

SETUP
REAR TERMINAL CONNECTIONS
Top View of Terminals
Rear View of Terminals
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Wiring
Insert wire into the appropriate openings as pictured in the drawings
on this page. Turn the screws, located on the rear of the terminal
block to tighten the clamp and secure the wire. Terminals 3 and 6 are
not used.
Remote Reset: the displayed
value will be reset. Signal
input is ignored when the Reset is active. The main and
neutral (for AC) and the positive and negative (for DC) are
not polarity dependant.
Signal Input: Voltage signals
are accumulated for count.
For timer versions
runs when signal is present.
The main and neutral (for AC)
and the positive and negative
(for DC) are not polarity dependant.
, timer
12 to 250 Volts
AC/DC
12 to 250 Volts
AC/DC
Contact
or suitable
Contact
solid-state
device
Contact
or suitable
Contact
solid-state
device
OPERATION
Front Panel Reset
Used to reset the Process Value
Display, unless disabled through the
keylock input
C342-0474 Totalizer: The instrument will accumulate and
display the pulses received on the input terminals (1 & 2).
Count capacity is 8 digits:
reset via the remote input terminals (7 & 8) or the front panel.
Connecting terminals 4 & 5 will disable the front panel reset
key.
C342-1474 Time Totalizer: The instrument will accumulate
time when the input signal (terminals 1 & 2) is active. The time
will be displayed in the format:
and can be reset via the remote input terminals (7 & 8) or the
front panel. Connecting terminals 4 & 5 will disable the front
panel reset key.
Reset-lock Input: When active, the Front Panel Reset
Function is restricted. Use
jumper for full restriction or
key-switch for selective restriction.
age.
Jumper
Contact
Process Value Display
Displays the count or time value
VEEDER-ROOT
based upon the model
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Dependant on model, your C342 will perform one of the following functions:
C342-2474 Time Totalizer: The instrument will accumulate
time when the input signal (terminals 1 & 2) is active. The time
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. The total can be
9999:59:59 Hours:Minutes:Seconds
will be displayed in hours with 1/100 resolution
and can be reset via the remote input terminals (7 & 8) or the
front panel. Connecting terminals 4 & 5 will disable the front
panel reset key.
Do not apply volt-
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SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL
Count Input:
Count Input: 12 - 250 Volts AC/DC
Count Speed: 20 Hz max
Logic: Low < 3.0 volts, High > 12 Volts
Minimum Pulse Width: 25 ms
Operation:
Power Source: Internal Lithium Battery
Expected Battery Life: 7 Years
Display Type: 8 digit LCD
Display Height: 7 mm
Operating Temperature: -10°C to 50°C
Storage Temperature: -20°C to 60°C
Approvals: CE
ORDERING INFORMATION
Part # Description
C342-0474 Count Totalizer
C342-1474 Timer (H:M:S)
C342-2474 Timer (Hundreths of Hours)
Reset Input:
Type: 12 - 250 Volts AC/DC
Logic: Low < 3.0 volts, High > 12 Volts
Minimum Pulse Width: 25 ms
Physical:
Dimensions: 24mm x 48mm, 60 mm deep
Mounting: Panel Mount (mounting bracket supplied)
22mm (+ 0.3mm) x 45mm (+ 0.6mm) panel cutout
Maximum Panel Thickness: 26mm
Connections: 6 screw terminals
Weight: Approximately 2.25 ounces
Front Panel Rating: IEC IP65
WARRANTY
Standard products manufactured by the Company are warranted
to be free from defects in workmanship and material for a period
of one year from the date of shipment, and products which are
defective in workmanship or material will be repaired or replaced,
at the option of the Company, at no charge to the Buyer. Final
determination as to whether a product is actually defective rests
with the Company. The obligation of the Company hereunder
shall be limited solely to repair and replacement of products that
fall within the foregoing limitations, and shall be conditioned
upon receipt by the Company of written notice of any alleged
defects or deficiency promptly after discovery within the warranty
period, and in the case of components or units purchased by the
Company, the obligation of the Company shall not exceed the
settlement that the Company is able to obtain from the supplier
thereof. No products shall be returned to the Company without its
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February 20, 1997
Revision none
prior consent. Products which the Company consents to have returned
shall be shipped F.O.B. the Company's factory. The Company cannot
assume responsibility or accept invoices for unauthorized repairs to its
components, even though defective. The life of the products of the
Company depends, to a large extent, upon the type of usage thereof,
and THE COMPANY MAKES NO WARRANTY AS TO FITNESS OF ITS
PRODUCTS FOR SPECIFIC APPLICATIONS BY THE BUYER NOR AS
TO PERIOD OF SERVICE UNLESS THE COMPANY SPECIFICALLY
AGREES OTHERWISE IN WRITING AFTER THE PROPOSED USAGE
HAS BEEN MADE KNOWN TO IT.
THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL
OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT
NOT LIMITED TO ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
Danaher Controls
1675 N. Delany Road
Gurnee, IL 60031–1282
Phone: 847.662.2666
Fax: 847.662.6633