Veeder Root VERSACOUNT Users Manual
User Manual
bidirectional
Multifunctional-Counter
Part-No. 2 772 058 englisch; 05/2011
Table of Contents
1 General Information 6
1.1 Information about the Operating Instructions 6
1.2 Explanation of symbols 7
1.3 Limitation of Liability 8
1.4 Copyright protection 9
1.5 Guarantee conditions 9
1.6 Customer Service 11
2 Safety 10
2.1 Intended Use (Proper Use) 10
2.2 Assembly, connecting, programming 11
2.3 Responsibilities of the machine/plant manufacturer
and operator 13
2.4 Staff-related requirements 14
2.5 Special hazards 15
2.6 Safety devices 16
3 Setup and Operation 17
3.1 Dimension Sheet / Multifunction Counter Installation 18
3.2 Connecting the Multifunction Counter 18
3.3 Display 20
3.4 Keyboard functions 21
3.5 Overview of Operating Elements 23
3.6 Programming the Standard Function 24
3.7 Programming the Function Codes 25
3.8 Programming the Preset Modes 26
3.9 Prescaler Programming 28
3.10 Programming the (User) Times 29
3.11 Output of ID Data 30
3.12 Adjusting the intensity of the backlight 31
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Table of Contents
4 General Description of Multifunctional Counter 32
5 Pulse Counter 37
5.1 Description of Pulse Counter 37
5.2 Signal diagrams – counter input signals 38
5.3 Signal diagrams – counter output signals 40
5.4 Programming the counter function codes 42
6 Tachometer 54
6.1 Tachometer description 54
6.2 Signal diagrams - tachometer 55
6.3 Programming the tachometer function codes 56
7 Timer 65
7.1 Timer description 65
7.2 Signal diagram – timer input signals 67
7.3 Signal diagrams – timer output signals 68
7.4 Programming the timer function codes 69
8 Shift Counter 82
8.1 Shift counter description 82
8.2 Scroll between Total Sum and Partial Sums 83
8.3 Signal diagrams – shift counter input signals 83
8.4 Signal diagrams – shift counter output signals 84
8.5 Programming the shift-counter function codes 85
9 Batch Counter 96
9.1 Batch counter description 96
9.2 Signal diagrams – batch counter 97
9.3 Programming the batch counter function codes 97
IV
Table of Contents
10 Technical Data 110
11 Transport, Packaging, Storage 117
12 Maintenance and cleaning 117
13 Malfunctions 118
14 Spare Parts 120
15 Dismantling and Disposal 120
16 Ordering Information 121
17 Accessories and spare parts 122
18 Supplementary information
relating to the users‘ manual 124
V
General Information
1 General Information
1.1 Information about the Operating Instructions
These operating instructions provide important information about the handling of the multifunctional counter. To ensure safe operation it is vital that the
safety information and instructions be strictly observed.
For Counters with interfaces VersaCount 773 and VersaCount 774 please see
attached the amendment „Supplementary information relating to the users‘
manual“ (page 123)
The multifunctional counter has been designed for industrial use and for installation in machinery or industrial plants.
The manufacturer of the machine/plant in which the multifunctional counter
is used has to ensure that the function of the counter is properly described in
the Operating Instructions of the machine or plant, and that the description is
in accordance with manufacturer’s programming functions.
The manufacturer’s safety rules shall be applicable.
In addition, the local regulations concerning the prevention of accidents and
general safety information applicable to the machinery/plant shall be adhered
to.
Before starting any work on the machine/plant, the operating instructions and
in particular, the Safety chapter and the respective safety information must be
fully read.
These operating instructions are an integral part of the product and must be
maintained in the direct vicinity of the machine/plant and in a place that is
readily accessible for the operating staff.
These operating instructions contain important information concerning the installation, connection and programming of the multifunctional counter.
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General Information
Description of the programming sequence:
- Programming of the basic functions
- Programming of the function codes
- Programming of the user times
- Programming of the prescaler
- Programming of the presettings
Before starting to run the machine/plant, all functions that are not allowed to
be changed by the operator have to be blocked.
The executed programming functions have
to be documented.
1.2 Explanation of symbols
The warnings in these operating instructions are designated by symbols. Signal
words at the beginning of the warnings indicate the severity of a safety hazard.
These notes have to be observed by all means, and all actions have to be taken
with utmost care so as to prevent any accidents or damage or personal injury.
Danger!
This warning indicates a direct safety hazard,
which may lead to serious injuries or even death
if preventative action is not taken.
Warning!
This warning indicates a possible safety hazard,
which may lead to serious injuries or even death
if preventative action is not taken.
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Caution!
This warning indicates a possible safety hazard,
which may lead to minor damage or injuries if
preventative action is not taken.
Note!
This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous
situation, which may lead to damage to property
or to the environment if preventative action is not
taken.
Tips and recommendations
This symbol is used to point out to useful tips and
recommendations and information ensuring efficient and trouble-free operation.
1.3 Limitation of Liability
The information and notes contained in these operating instructions were
gathered in accordance with the applicable standards and regulations, the
state-of-the-art, as well our long-standing experience and know-how.
The manufacturer shall not assume any liability for damage caused by:
- Non-adherence to the operating instructions
- Improper use
- Employment of unskilled or untrained personnel
- Makeshift changes or manipulation
- Opening of the multifunctional counter
As a result of special design versions, special ordering options or the latest
technical developments, the actual scope of delivery may deviate from the
scope described and illustrated here.
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General Information
1.4 Copyright protection
The operating instructions must be treated confidentially and used exclusively
by the personnel responsible for the setup, maintenance, repair and operation
of the machine/plant. Disclosure of these operating instructions to any third
parties shall not be permissible without the prior written consent of the manufacturer.
The data and information stated here, including
text, drawings, images and other illustrations, are
protected by copyrights and subject to industrial
property rights. Any misuse of such information
shall be subject to prosecution.
1.5 Guarantee conditions
Our standard warranty is available on our website at
www.veeder-rootcounters.com.
1.6 Customer Service
Our customer service is available to provide technical information and assistance for our customers. Detailed information on your responsible contact
partner is given on our homepage (www.veeder-rootcounters.com).
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Safety
2 Safety
This section provides an overview of all the important safety-relevant aspects
to ensure best possible protection of the operating personnel as well as safe
and trouble-free operation. Non-adherence to the instructions given in this
manual may result in considerable safety hazards.
2.1 Intended Use (Proper Use)
The multifunctional counter is exclusively designed and constructed for the
intended use and purposes described here.
The multifunctional counter serves together with a corresponding sensor
for the counting of piece numbers, lengths, flow rates, velocities and
times, as well as for the controlling and monitoring of machinery and
equipment by sending control signals.
Warning!
Safety hazards due to improper use / misuse!
Using the multifunctional counter for any purposes
other than the ones described within the scope of
intended use may cause hazardous situations. Claims
for damages resulting from any kind of misuse
shall be expressly excluded.
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Safety
2.2 Assembly, connection, programming
These multifunctional counters are built and tested in accordance with IEC/EN
61010-1, Protection Class II – Safety Measures for Electronic Measuring
Equipment. They have left the factory in a condition that is in compliance with
all safety-relevant requirements. In order to maintain this condition and ensure operational safety, the User is requested to observe the safety notes and
warnings given in these operating instructions!
Danger!
Risk of safety hazards due to incorrect/faulty assembly and connection.
• Themax.operatingvoltagesmustnotbeexceeded!
• 12–24VDCand24VACmultifunctionalcountershavetobeoperatedat
safety extra-low voltages (SELV) and under potential-compensated conditions in order to prevent hazardous shock currents.
• Anexternalfusehastobeprovidedtoprotectthemultifunctionalcounter
(see Chapter 10, Technical Data).
• Installationandassemblyshallbecarriedoutbyskilledandtrainedelectricians only.
• Donotconnectthemultifunctionalcounterwithoutmakingsurethatitno
longer carries any live voltages. Always separate it from the mains supply
before connecting.
• Makesurethatliveterminalsareproperlyprotectedagainstinadvertent
contact.
• Toensureproperprotectionofterminalsagainsthandcontact,makesure
that the live conductors are properly connected to the terminals.
• It‘snotallowedtousethemultifunctionalcounteroutsideofthespecified
temperature range. If neccessary appropriate precoutions have to be applied
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Safety
(e.g.airventilation).•Therulesandregulationssetforthbythelocalelectricity providers have to be observed.
• Donotestablishanyconnectionswithnon-allocated(NC)terminals.
• Multifunctioncountersmayonlybeoperatedinaproperlyinstalledcondi-
tion.
• Ifsafeoperationseemstobeimpaired,makethemultifunctionalcounter
inoperable and secure it against inadvertent operation.
• Scopeofapplications:industrialprocessesandcontrols.Overvoltageacross
the terminals must be limited to the values of overvoltage category II.
• Theinstallationandwiringenvironmenthasconsiderableimpactonthe
electromagnetic compatibility of the multifunctional counter. Therefore,
electromagnetic compatibility of the entire plant has to be ensured during
the installation.
• InareaspresentingtheriskofESD(electrostaticdischarge),makesureto
use ESD-protected plugs and switches during the installation.
• Ifthefunctions“prescalerinput”,“presetinput”and“keyreset”arenotallowed to be used by the machine/plant operator, access to these functions
must be blocked for machine operators. Depending on the machine/plant
design or concept, non-permissible input may impair the operational safety
and function of the machine or plant.
Danger!
The manufacturer of the machines / plants has to
ensure, that no risks result from this.
• Themachine/plantmanufacturershallberesponsibleforthepreparationof
operating instructions / plant description including the following:
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Safety
•Descriptionoffunctionsaccordingtotheprogrammingofthemultifunction counter;
•Descriptionofthesettingstobeadjustedbythemachine/plantoperator;
•Informationconcerningtheoccupationalsafetyrequirementsandpossi-
ble hazards arising from the operation of the machine/plant.
2.3 Responsibilities of the machine/plant manufacturer
and operator
Multifunctional counters are designed for installation in machines/plants.
Therefore, the manufacturer and
operator of the machine/plant are subject to the legal obligations concerning occupational safety and health.
Besides the safety notes given in these operating instructions, the relevant
rules and regulations concerning safety and the prevention of accidents,
and the applicable environmental requirements have to be met. In particular:
• Themachine/plantmanufacturershallbeobligatedtoensurethatallthe
requirements mentioned in section 2.2 be fulfilled during the assembly,
connection and programming.
• Theoperatorshallobtainalltherequiredinformationabouttheapplicable
occupational safety rules. In addition, the operator shall be obligated to
prepare a risk assessment of possible hazards that may arise due to the special working conditions at the place of installation of the machine/plant.
This risk assessment shall be documented in the form of operating instructions for the machine/plant.
• Throughouttheentireoperatingtimeofthemachine/planttheoperator
shall be obligated to check if the operating instructions prepared are in accordance with the latest status of requirements and, if required, make the
appropriate adjustments.
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Safety
• Theoperatorshallensurethatallstaffmemberswhoareinvolvedinthe
machine/plant operation have read and fully understood these instructions.
Moreover, the operator shall be obligated to train the operating personnel
at regular intervals and inform them about any potential hazards.
• Theoperatorshallensurethattheoperationandcleaningofthemachine/
plant is exclusively carried out by skilled and trained personnel.
• Theoperatorshallensurethatallmaintenanceandrepairworkshallonly
be carried out by skilled and trained personnel.
2.4 Staff-related requirements
Warning:
Danger of personal injuries if handled by insufficiently qualified staff! Improper handling may cause
severe personal injuries and damage to property.
• Actionsrequiringspecialskillshavetobecarriedoutonlybythepersonnel
designated in the appropriate sections of these instructions.
• Keepunqualifiedpersonnelawayfromhazardareas.
The following staff qualification requirements have been
defined for the various scopes of activities:
• Instructed personnel
These persons have been instructed by the operator with regard to the tasks
assigned and the potential hazards caused by improper handling.
• Skilled personnel
Due to their educational and professional skills, know-how and experience,
as well as due to their knowledge of the relevant regulations, these persons
are capable of executing their assigned tasks and recognize potential hazards independently.
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Safety
• Skilled and trained electricians
Due to their educational and professional skills, know-how and experience,
and due to their knowledge of the relevant regulations in the field of electrical engineering, these persons are capable of executing electrical work
and recognizing potential hazards independently.
2.5 Special hazards
This section indicates certain residual risks, which may arise as a result of the
risk assessment.
The safety information and warnings given here and in the following chapters
of these instructions have to be observed in order to reduce any health hazards and avoid hazardous situations.
Electric current
Danger!
Lethal hazard of electric shock!
Any contact with hazardous live components presents a direct lethal hazard.
Damages of the insulation or individual components present a potential lethal hazard.
• Intheeventofanydamagetotheinsulation,immediately disconnect the voltage supply and initiate the
appropriate repair work.
• Anyworkontheelectricalplanthastobecarriedout
by skilled and trained electricians only.
• Beforecommencingyourworkontheelectricalsystem,
disconnect it from the main supply and check that it
no longer carries any live voltages.
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Safety
• Priortoconductinganymaintenance,cleaningorrepair
work, disconnect the mains supply and secure it against
inadvertent switching on.
• Donotshort-circuitormakefusesinoperable.
2.6 Safety devices
Warning! Lethal hazard by non-functional safety
devices! Safety devices are provided to ensure a
maximum of operational safety.
The multifunctional counter itself does not include any installed safety devices.
These safety devices have to be attached externally.
Protect the electrical supply of the multifunctional counter by means of external fuses (see Chapter 10, Technical Data).
Whether or not additional safety devices (e.g. emergency-off buttons) have to
be provided depends on the general design and construction of the machine or
plant.
The machine/plant manufacturer shall be responsible for providing such additional safety devices in according with his own risk assessment.
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Safety
3 Setup and Operation
1 Display
2 Operating keys
3 Flat gasket
4 Bracket
5 Enclosure
6 Plug for DC or sensor supply;
Electronic inputs and outputs
7 Connection terminal AC supply and relay contacts
8 Circuit diagram
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Safety
3.1 Dimension Sheet /
Installation of Multifunction Counter
3.2 Connecting the Multifunctional Counter
VDC 2 relays / 2 transistors VAC Trafo 2 relays / 2 transistors
VDC 1 relay / 2 transistors VAC transformer 1 relay / 2 transistors
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Setup and Operation
VAC switching power supply VAC switching power supply
2 relays / 2 transistors 1 relay / 2 transistors
The plug has to be disconnected from the counter
before the cables are fastened by means of screws
or screw-type terminals.
It is not allowed to contact the encoder to a direct
current line voltage without protective circuit for
EMC. For cable lengths > 30 m a protective circuit
is always necessary!
When programming the input level to TTL an additional protective circuit is necessary.
We recommend the installation in an metallic
environment.
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Setup and Operation
Only valid for DC-Versions:
When switching on the device in PNP-Mode, a short signal is applied to inputs
A,B,C and the application input.
To suppress the pulse in TTL-Mode each input has to be connected to a resistor of 10 kOhm/0,125W against 0V.
When switching on the device a short signal is applied to the application output.
This pulse, if needed, is possible to suppress by connecting a resistor of 10
kOhm / 0,225 W against 0 V to the application-output.
3.3 Display
After switching on, all segments and characters are illuminated for approx. 2
seconds; then the display changes over to the Display or Programming Mode.
The display is available in five different versions:
Reflectiv: black figures on bright reflecting background
Transflective positive: black figures on back lighted ground
Transmissive white: white figures on black ground
Transmissive red: red figures on black ground
Transmissive green: green figures on black ground
Prescaler
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Setup and Operation
During the Programming of Function Codes
Enter - Key UP - Key Down - Key SHIFT - Key
Programming
If pressed together with POWER ON (keep keys pressed and switch on the device)
+
+
+
+
Selects standard functions
Sets function codes
Selects ID data
(Article code (ID No.), manufacturing date, serial number,...)
Sets User Times
During the Programming of Function Codes
Display of function code
+
Switches between function code text and function code
number
During Operation
+
+
+
+
+
Reset
Sets preset 0
Sets preset 1
Sets preset 2
Sets prescaler
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Additional function for shift and batch counters
Switches between total sum and partial sums and/or
count value and totalizer or batch counter
Additional function for timers
Timer start
(If enabled with function code F15)
Timer stop
(If enabled with function code F15)
Additional function backlight versions
Go to the adjustment menu
(pressing > 5 s)
+
Adjustment of the intensity
(brighter or darker)
Save and going back to display mode
(Pressing within 15 s)
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Setup and Operation
3.5 Overview of Operating Elements
Display Mode Reset
up + shift = Prescaler
123456 up + dn 0
E + up at power on
E + dn at power on
up + shift at power on
semit langiS = 0 teserP = tfihs + E
Programming Mode Standard Funct. Function parameters:
Pulse counter Operat. Mode Count frequency
Tachometer Decimal point Reset Behavior
Shift counter Display-Mode Keylock
Batch counter Output signals npn/pnp selection
Applic. Input/Output
+ many other function parameters
noitcnuf dradnatS = 2 teserP = pu + E
retemaraP noitcnuF = 1 teserP = nd + E
E
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Setup and Operation
3.6 Programming the Standard Function
The device described here is a multifunctional counter, which can be programmed for a variety of functions, i.e. pulse counter, tachometer, timer, shift
counter or batch counter functions. The first step is to set the standard func-
tion(thefactorysettingofthedeviceisthe“pulsecounter”setting).
Now continue with the programming of the function codes (Chapters 5-9) or
User Times (Chapter 3.10)
Programming mode Change function
+ or
Keep pressed and
switch voltage on
simultaneously
Function code Fn, Display Row 1
Function No.
Setting of
Standard
Function
0*
1
2
3
4
Display
Row 2
setting:
operation
press press
Pulse counter
Tachometer
Timer
Shift Counter
Batch Counter
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Save, return to counter
Setup and Operation
3.7 Programming the Function Codes
The function codes (system parameters) are used to program the function and
behavior of the inputs and outputs, as well as the behavior of the device in its
adjusted basic mode. The detailed selection options are described in Chapters
5 to 9.
Programming
mode
Change function
setting
Save and
change to
next function
code
Save and change
to counter
operation
+ or
Keep pressed and
switch voltage on
simultaneously
press press press
Change between Text Display and Numerical Display
In the function code Programming Mode, the first row shows the name of the
function code in the form of text (7-segment display). The second row shows
the selectable option in a text form, too. By simultaneously pressing the Up
and Down buttons, the display in the first row changes to a numerical display;
after pressing these buttons once again, the display in the second row also
changes to a numerical display. Pressing these buttons for a third time reverts
both rows to the text display again.
+
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Attention: With each change among text and
numeric display, the currently activated function
code will return to the factory setting and may
have to be readjusted.
The factory setting is designated with an asterix *.
3.8 Programming the Preset Values
By simultaneously pressing the E + Up, E + Down or E + Shift key you can
change to the Preset programming mode:
Use the shift key in the programming mode to change a setting position. The
selected position will start to flash. Use the shift key again to move by one position to the right. Then use the UP or Down key to increment or decrement
the position by 1.
Rule for the 6th position: The change from 9 to 0 or 0 to 9 is indicated by a
changing prefix.
Use the E key to leave the programming mode and return to the display mode.
Your entries will be saved.
On leaving the programming mode, the presets are tested for attainability and
recalculated, if necessary, because not all the values may be attained at a
prescaler value of >1. The presetting is then rounded to the next attainable
value.
If no key is pressed for more than 16 seconds in the programming mode, the
counter will automatically return to the display mode. In this case, however,
no entries will be saved except the last value saved with the E-key.
Set the preset value to 0 by pressing Up and Down keys simultaneously.
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Setup and Operation
Programming
mode
+ or
Preset 2 press press press
+ +
Preset 1
+
Preset 0
Position
flashes:
Set position: Save and return
display mode
to
Zero in
Set Preset
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Setup and Operation
3.9 Prescaler programming
By pressing the Up + Shift keys simultaneously you can change to the Prescaler Programming Mode.
In the Programming mode, the position to be changed is selected by means of
the shift key. The selected position will start flashing. Use the shift key again
to move by one position to the right. Then use the UP or Down key to increment or decrement the position by 1. It is not possible to save a value of
00,0000. In this case the system will save 01,0000.
Use the E key to leave the programming mode and return to the display mode.
Your entries will be saved.
On leaving the programming mode, all the presets are recalculated because
not all the values may be attained with a prescaler value of >1. Therefore, the
presets have to be checked and corrected as necessary after saving the prescaler.
If no key is pressed for more than 16 seconds in the programming mode, the
counter will automatically return to the display mode. In this case, however,
no entries will be saved except the last value saved with the E-key.
Press the Up and Down keys simultaneously to set the prescaler to 01,0000.
Programming
mode
select a position:
(starts flashing)
Set position Save and return to
+ or
press press press press
set to 01,0000
+
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display mode
Set prescaler
Setup and Operation
3.10 Programming the user times
For programming the signal time for monostable output signals, 9 fixed signal
times between 0.02 s and 10 s are available. In addition, three different signal
times between 0,01s and 599,99s can be set by the user. The outputs are
deactivated if the setting is 0.00 s.
Programming
mode
Select a
position
+ or
Keep pressed and
switch voltage on
simultaneously
Function code Fn, Display-Row 1
Function No.
Sets the
Signal
Times
0*
1
2
press press press
Display
Row 2
Set position Save and go to the
next user setting; after
user 3, return to dis-
play mode
Signal time 1
Signal time 2
Signal time 3
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Setup and Operation
3.11 Output of ID data
This function is used to retrieve ID data, e.g. article numbers and various manufacturing data.
Output mode Change to the next
output
+
Keep pressed and
switch voltage on
simultaneously
Display row 1 Display row 2
press press
Article number
Manufacturing date
Serial number
Software number
Software release
Return to counter ope-
ration
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