We use note, caution and warning symbols throughout this book to
draw your attention to important operational and safety information.
A “NOTE” marks a short message to alert you to an important
detail.
A “CAUTION” safety alert appears with information that is
important for protecting your equipment and performance. Be
especially careful to read and follow all cautions that apply to
your application.
A “WARNING” safety alert appears with information that is
important for protecting you, others and equipment from damage. Pay very close attention to all warnings that apply to your
application.
The safety alert symbol, (an exclamation point in a triangle)
precedes a general CAUTION or WARNING statement.
The electrical hazard symbol, (a lightning bolt in a triangle)
precedes an electric shock hazard CAUTION or WARNING
safety statement. Further explanations follow:
SymbolExplanation
CAUTION – Warning or Hazard
that needs further explanation
than label on unit can provide.
Consult User's Guide for further
information.
ESD Sensitive product, use proper
grounding and handling techniques when installing or servicing product.
Unit protected by double/reinforced insulation for shock hazard
prevention.
Do not throw in trash, use proper
recycling techniques or consult
manufacturer for proper disposal.
Enclosure made of Poly carbonate
material. Use proper recycling
techniques or consult manufacturer for proper disposal.
Unit is compliant with European
Union directives. See Declaration
of Conformity for further details
on Directives and Standards used
for Compliance.
Unit has been reviewed and approved by Factory Mutual as a
Temperature Limit Device per FM
Class 3545 standard. See: www.
fmglobal.com
Unit has been reviewed and approved by CSA International for
use as Temperature IndicatingRegulating Equipment per CSA
C22.2 No. 24. See: www.csa-inter-
national.org
Warranty
The EZ-ZONE® RME (Expansion) module is manufactured by ISO
9001-registered processes and is backed by a three-year warranty to
the first purchaser for use, providing that the units have not been
misapplied. Since Watlow has no control over their use, and sometimes misuse, we cannot guarantee against failure. Watlows' obligations hereunder, at Watlows' option, are limited to replacement,
repair or refund of purchase price, and parts which upon examination prove to be defective within the warranty period specified. This
warranty does not apply to damage resulting from transportation,
alteration, misuse or abuse. The purchaser must use Watlow parts
to maintain all listed ratings.
Technical Assistance
If you encounter a problem with your Watlow RME module, review
your configuration information to verify that your selections are
consistent with your application: inputs, outputs, alarms, limits, etc.
If the problem persists, you can get technical assistance from your
local Watlow representative (see back cover), by e-mailing your questions to wintechsupport@watlow.com or by dialing +1 (507) 494-5656
between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m., Central Standard Time (CST). Ask for
for an Applications Engineer. Please have the following information
available when calling:
• Complete model number
• All configuration information
• User's Guide
• Factory Page
Unit can be powered with either
alternating current (ac) voltage or
direct current (dc) voltage.
Unit is a Listed device per Underwriters Laboratories®. It has
been evaluated to United States
and Canadian requirements for
Process Control Equipment. UL
61010 and CSA C22.2 No. 61010.
File E185611 QUYX, QUYX7.
See: www.ul.com
Unit is a Listed device per Underwriters Laboratories®. It has
been evaluated to United States
and Canadian requirements for
Hazardous Locations Class 1
Division II Groups A, B, C and
D. ANSI/ISA 12.12.01-2007. File
E184390 QUZW, QUZW7. See:
www.ul.com
Return Material Authorization
1. Call Watlow Customer Service, (507) 454-5300, for a Return
Material Authorization number before returning any item for
repair. If you do not know why the product failed, contact an
Application Engineer or Product Manager. All Return Material
Authorization’s require:
• Ship-to address
• Bill-to address
• Contact name
• Phone number
• Method of return shipment
• Your P.O. number
• Detailed description of the problem
• Any special instructions
• Name and phone number of person returning the product.
2. Prior approval and a Return Material Authorization number
from the Customer Service Department is required when
returning any product for credit, repair or evaluation. Make
sure the RMA number is on the outside of the carton and on all
paperwork returned. Ship on a Freight Prepaid basis.
3. After we receive your return, we will examine it and try to
verify the reason for returning it.
4. In cases of manufacturing defect, we will enter a repair order,
replacement order or issue credit for material returned. In cases
of customer misuse, we will provide repair costs and request a
purchase order to proceed with the repair work.
5. To return products that are not defective, goods must be in new
condition, in the original boxes and they must be returned within 120 days of receipt. A 20 percent restocking charge is applied
for all returned RM modules and accessories.
6. If the unit cannot be repaired, you will receive a letter of explanation and be given the option to have the unit returned to you
at your expense or to have us scrap the unit.
7. Watlow reserves the right to charge for no trouble found (NTF)
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How to Reach Us ........................................121
Watlow EZ-ZONE® RM System • 2 • Table of Contents
1
Chapter 1: Overview
Available EZ-ZONE RM System Literature and Resources
Document Title and Part NumberDescription
EZ-ZONE Rail Mount Access (RMA) User's Guide,
part number: 0600-0072-0000
EZ-ZONE Rail Mount Controller (RMC) User's
Guide, part number: 0600-0070-0000
EZ-ZONE Rail Mount High Density (RMH) User's
Guide, part number: 0600-0074-0000
EZ-ZONE Rail Mount Scanner (RMS) User's
Guide, part number: 0600-0071-0000
EZ-ZONE Rail Mount Limit (RML) User's Guide,
part number: 0600-0075-0000
EZ-ZONE Remote User Interface (RUI) User's
Guide, part number: 0600-0060-0000
EZ-ZONE RM Specification Sheet, part number:
WIN-EZRM-1113
Describes how to connect the RM system into an
industrial network, how to use data logging, module
backup and the real-time clock.
The RMC module is an advanced integrated controller capable of PID and limit control. This document
describes how to configure and program all loops of
control and communications.
This module extends the density of the standard RM
modules (number of control loops and I/O points).
The User Guide describes common usage, communications and the number I/O points available.
This module adds monitoring points to the RM system. This document describes common usage and
the various types of I/O available.
This module will protect against unwanted thermal
runaway and over temperature conditions. The User
Guide describes configuration, programming and
communications capabilities.
The RUI provides a visual LED display to the RM
configuration and setup menus. This document illustrates and describes connections and also describes
the Home Page for each RM module as viewed from
the RUI.
Describes RM hardware options, features, benefits
and technical specifications.
Watlow Support Tools DVD, part number: 06010001-0000
The DVD described above ships with the product and as stated contains all of the literature above as well
as much more. If the DVD is not available one can be acquired by contacting Watlow Customer Service at
1-507-454-5300.
As an alternative to the DVD, all of the user documentation described above can also be found on the Watlow website. Click on the following link to find your document of choice: http://www.watlow.com/literature/
index.cfm. Once there, simply type in the desired part number (or name) into the search box and download
free copies. Printed versions of all user documents can also be purchased here as well.
Contains all related user documents, tutorial videos,
application notes, utility tools, etc...
Your Comments are Appreciated
In an effort to continually improve our technical literature and ensure that we are providing information that
is useful to you, we would very much appreciate your comments and suggestions. Please send any comments
you may have to the following e-mail address: TechlitComments@watlow.com
The EZ-ZONE® Rail Mount Expansion module
(RME) takes the pain out of adding I/O points to
your RM system architecture.
It just got a whole lot easier to solve the thermal
requirements of your system. The RME module is
provided in a space-saving, rail-mount package and
is highly scalable where you only pay for what you
need. For those applications that require the ability
to configure/monitor the control over a network, other communications protocols are also available (e.g.,
EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, Modbus TCP and Profibus
DP) when used in conjunction with an RM Access
(RMA) module or when using a Remote User Interface/ Gateway (RUI/GTW).
Standard Features and Benefits
• Provides two mounting options (DIN rail, chassis
mount)
• Reduces wiring time and termination complexity
compared to connecting discrete products
• Reduces panel space and installation cost
Integrated power controller output
• Provides an optional dual Solid-State Relay (SSR)
outputs, which can drive up to 10 amps into resistive loads. Terminals for the ring lug connection is
optional
• Reduces component count and cost of ownership
• Saves panel space and simplifies wiring
Communication Capabilities
• Supports network connectivity to a PC or *PLC
• Provides a wide range of *protocol choices includ-
ing Modbus® RTU, EtherNet/IP™, Modbus® TC P,
DeviceNet™ and Profibus DP
* When used with the optional RMA or Remote User
Interface/Gateway
Additional control integration options
• Provides a sequencer function
• Includes programmable timer functions
• Includes programmable counter functions
• Allows for simple math and logic programming op-
tions
Integrated Thermal Loop Diagnostics
• Users can easily tell that the entire thermal sys-
tem is functioning properly
• Provides complete system diagnostics that are far
superior to simple discrete level diagnostics
• Helps prevent load loss or allow for maintenance
to be scheduled when more convenient.
• Provides notification of system problems to help
reduce maintenance and service costs
Off-the-Shelf Designed System Solution
• Improves system reliability with a factory inte-
grated solution that minimizes inter-module connections and potential problems at screw termination points.
• Reduces installation cost
• Eliminates compatibility headaches often encountered with using many different components and
brands
RME Handles High Ambient Temperatures
• Operates in an unprecedented temperature range
of -18 to 65°C (0 to 149°F) for cabinets and panel
enclosures with elevated temperature levels
Optional Access Module Available
• Serves as a configuration station
• Provides communication capabilities between the
other modules and the PC or PLC
• Stores corresponding module parameter settings
for easy auto-configuration of other additional
modules or replacement modules
• Serves as a configuration station, which programs
initial module setup or automatic programming of
modules if swapping out after initial installation
• Provides a USB port for uploading and downloading configuration or data log files directly to a PC
• Saves time and increases reliability of parameter
setting
• Logs process data
Memory for Saving and Restoring User-Defined Parameter Default Settings
• Allows customers to save and restore their own
defined defaults for machine parameter settings
• Reduces service calls and downtime due to inadvertent end user parameter adjustments
RM Modules Allow for Greater Design Flex-
ibility
• Saves money because you do not pay for any more
than you need and don’t settle for any less functionality than you need
Synergistic Module Control (SMC)
• Allows outputs selected for control (heat/cool),
alarms or events to be located in any physical
module, regardless of which module is connected
to the input sensor
Split-Rail Control (SRC)
• Allows modules to be mounted together or mounted remotely from one another
• Shares control operation via Synergistic Module
Control (SMC) capability
• Allows individual modules to be mounted closer
to the physical input and output devices to which
they are wired
• Improves system reliability and lowers wiring
costs
Agency Certifications: UL® listed, CE, RoHS,
W.E.E.E. SEMI F47-0200, Class 1 Div. 2 Rating
on Selected Models
• Assures prompt product acceptance
• Reduces panel builder's documentation and agency
costs
Removable Connectors
• Assures reliable wiring and reduces service calls
• Simplifies installation
• Provides a terminal option for accepting ring lug
connection
Three-Year Warranty
• Demonstrates Watlow’s reliability and product support
The flexibility of the RM system software and hardware allows for a large range of configurations. Focusing on the RME module, acquiring a better understanding of its overall functionality and capabilities
while at the same time planning out how this module
can be used will deliver maximum effectiveness in
your application.
The RM system at a high level can have a total
of 17 modules installed, one of which can be an Access module and the others (16 maximum) can be any
combination of available RM modules. Each installed
RM module must have a unique Standard Bus address ranging from 1-9, A-F, H (10 -16). The Access
module will be delivered with a default Standard Bus
address of 17 (J). If not using the default zone address the user will need to define each zone address
via the button on the face of each module.
The RME can be considered an accessory RM
module in that by itself it has no PID control loops.
However, used in conjunction with an RM Controller (RMC) or RM High Density (RMH) module the
RME provides increased I/O capabilities. Outputs of
the RME can be used to drive output loads of various
kinds. For instance, an RME module could be placed
in a remote location (up to 200 feet away) from a PID
controller such as an RMC or RMH to drive a heater.
Some of the user selectable ordering options are
listed below:
1. Class 2 or SELV (Saftey Extra Low Voltage) equiv-
alent Power Supplies:
• 90-264 Vac to 24Vdc @ 31 watts
• 90-264 Vac to 24Vdc @ 60 watts
• 90-264 Vac to 24Vdc @ 91 watts
2. RM Expansion Module can provide:
• 1 to 24 Digital Inputs/Outputs (I/O)
• 4 to 12 Form A Mechanical Relays
• 2 to 4 Form A 10A Solid-State Relays
• 4 inputs for external Current Transformers
(CT)
When using this module, either as a stand-alone
module or used in conjunction with any other RM
module it is useful to remember that each process
needs to be thought out carefully and the controller’s
inputs, functions and outputs configured properly.
Note:
Zones can communicate with one another over the
backplane (local and split rail). Once the system is
configured and running changing zone addresses
without careful deliberation may cause disruption in
operation.
Outputs
Inputs
Functions
Process
Alarm
High
Silence
Alarms
* Output is driven from another
RM PID controller module
*PID
Heat
Power
Sequencing
Outputs
What is an Instance?
The RM system can have many I/O points, in some
cases, as described above, I/O can be placed in remote locations. For example, an RME module can
have 24 digital I/O where each would be numbered
from 1 to 24 and each would be considered a unique
instance. They are named Digital I/O 1, 2, 3, etc...
These instance numbers are then used when you
link inputs, functions and outputs within a module
or when linked to other modules. For example, when
configuring an RME output for heat the control loop
instance (1, 2, 3 or 4) and zone (1 to 16) to drive the
output must be defined.
Functions
Functions, in simple terms, use input signals (realworld or internal), to calculate a value and deliver an
output. A function may be as simple as configuring
the function of the digital output, e.g., alarm, heat,
etc..., or defining a set point for an alarm state to
turn on or off.
To set up a function, one of the first things that
must be considered is the function source and instance. For example, if the control is equipped with
Digital Inputs (source) and it was decided to use DI
9 (instance) it can then be associated with an Action
to reset an individual alarm or all alarms. The steps
below, walk through this configuration:
Setup Page (Digital I/O Menu)
1. Navigate to the Setup Page and then to the Digital
I/O menu.
2. Select the desired instance and set the direction to
input voltage or input dry contact.
Setup Page (Action Menu)
3. Navigate to the Setup Page and then the Action
menu.
4. Set the Action Function to Alarm
5. Select which alarm instance will be reset (0 equals
all)
6. Select the Source Function to Digital I/O
7. Select the Source Instance (step 2 above)
8. Select the Source Zone (0 equals the module being
configured).
9. Select the Active Level to execute the desired func-
tion.
When the selected digital input is active the alarm or
all alarms that are latched without a currently existing alarm condition will be reset. If a specific alarm
instance (1 - 8) is selected (step 5 above), it will be
Alarms will reset automatically when the condition
that caused the alarm goes back to a non-alarm state
if the alarm latching prompt is set to non-latching
(Setup Page, Alarm Menu).
Keep in mind that a function is a user-programmed
internal process that does not execute any action
outside of the controller. To have any affect outside
of the controller, an output must be configured to respond to a function.
Some functions have a hardware input for which
the source/s are preset and cannot be changed. As
an example, CT 1 source function comes not surprisingly, from the CT attached to it. Most functions can
accept more than one input and it would not be uncommon to see the output of one function (internal)
serve as an input to another, as would be the case
with a compare function. The source parameters for
the first input to a function are called Source Function A, Source Instance A and Source Zone A and the
second input, Source Function B, Source Instance B
and Source Zone B and so on.
Inputs
The inputs provide the information that any given
programmed function can act upon. This information
may come from an operator pushing a button, or as
part of a more complex function it may represent one
of ten inputs used for the Linearization function.
Each digital input reads whether a device is active
or inactive. An RME module can be equipped with up
to 24 digital inputs, where the RM system can have
many more. Each digital I/O point must be configured to function as an input or an output with the
direction parameter in the digital I/O Menu (Setup
Page).
Another concept that needs to be understood is
the difference between an input tied to a real-world
device such as a CT and one that is tied to an internal function.
RMC module
- The logic block (within the RME module) is configured as an OR function
- The RME output function is tied to the internal output of the logical OR function
When either process alarm is true (analog input value is greater than the alarm high set point, the realworld output connected to the RME will be driven on.
*
Analog
Input
Function
* RMC module
*
Control
Function
* RMC module
**
Alarm
Function
* RME module
Logic
Function
* RME module
*
Output
Function
* RMC module
*
Output
Function
* RME module
Outputs
Outputs can perform various functions or actions in
response to information provided by a function, such
as a digital output to turn a light on or off, unlocking
a door; or turning on a buzzer.
Assign a function to an output in the Output
Menu or Digital Output Menu of the Setup Page.
Then select which instance of that function will drive
the selected output. For example, you might assign
an output to respond to an internal output of a compare function.
You can assign more than one output to respond
to a single instance of a function, e.g., alarm 2 could
be used to trigger a light connected to output 1 and a
siren connected to digital output 5.
Actions
Based on a given input (Digital I/O, Logic function,
etc..) the Action function can cause other functions to
occur. To name a few, silencing alarms, turn control
loops off and placing alarms in non-alarm state.
Current
Function
Alarm
Function
Output
Function
In the example above one can see the Current function on the left which is connected to a real-world
input device (CT) where on the far right the internal
output of the Alarm function is tied to the input of
the Output function where a real-world output device
is then driven such as a siren or a flashing light.
With a slight modification of the graphic above the
example below now ties the real-world analog inputs
from an RMC module directly to its PID control. The
RME module is using the same analog input to drive
an alarm function. For the sake of this example the
following is true:
- Within the RME two unique high process alarms
are configured for analog inputs 1 and 2 of the
Due to the scalability and flexibility in the system
components a user has several options available in
the way that the hardware can be connected. Listed
below are a few examples.
RM System Connected to a Remote User Interface
(RUI) and a PC
In this configuration the RUI and PC are connected
to the RM system via Watlow's Standard Bus where
both will be able to talk directly to any interconnected system module.
RM System Connected to an Operator Interface
Terminal (OIT) through an RUI/Gateway
In this configuration the HMI can be running any
of a number of protocols communicating to the RM
system through Watlow's RUI/Gateway. Available
protocols for the RUI/Gateway follow:
1. EtherNet/IP and or Modbus TCP
2. DeviceNet
3. Modbus RTU
4. Profibus DP
RM
ControlRMExpansion
RM
ControlRMExpansion
Slot CSlot C
Power
Supply
PC
EZ-ZONE
RUI
Configurator
The PC running EZ-ZONE Configurator software
and the RUI can be used to configure and then monitor both modules.
RM System Connected to a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) on a DIN Rail
In this configuration the PLC can be connected to
the RM system via the Access module using one or
more available protocols:
1. EtherNet/IP and or Modbus TCP
2. DeviceNet
3. Modbus RTU
4. Profibus DP
RM
Control
RM
Expansion
RM
Access
Slot CSlot CSlot C
Slot E
Slot C
RUI/Gateway
OIT
Slot C
Power
Supply
RM System Connected to a Split Rail with OIT
In this configuration both the Inter-module Bus
(backplane communications) and Standard Bus are
connected between rails to allow for remote capabilities. It is recommended that the split rail connection
not exceed 200 feet. In this configuration the OIT
can communicate with all modules (maximum 16
modules any combination with one Access module).
The picture below represents one of six possible RM
modules. All six will have four slots on the face (slot
A, B, D, and E) and one on the bottom (slot C) not
shown. All of these slots are not always used on all
modules. On the face of the module there is a button
(white circle) under the Zone address (5) that when
pushed and held has the following functions:
1.For any module, push and hold for ~ 2 seconds. The
address will intensify indicating that it can now be
changed. Release and repeatedly press to change
to the desired unique address. Valid addresses over
Standard Bus range from 1 -16 (1 - 9, A is 10, B is
11, C is 12, D is 13, E is 14, F is 15, and h is 16).
The Access module is shipped at address J or 17
Module Status (Slot A,
B, D, or E)
Protocol (Standard
Bus - red
E
D
B
A
Module outputs 1
through 16, all may
or may not be used
depending on module
type
The picture on the right shows the Modular Backplane
Connector, both front and rear view. The rear view
is bringing in to focus a metal clip. If the DIN rail is
grounded the Modular Backplane Connector and the
module connected to it will be also (recommended).
Installing the Modular Backplane Connector
Step 1
Hook backplane assembly to upper edge of DIN rail,
(see rear view above, backplane hook detail that
mates with upper rail edge is circled)
Step 2
Next, rotate back plane assembly downward to en
gage the lower edge of the rail. (Note: Din Rail clip ping distance ranges from 1.366 -1.389 inches. The
back plane assembly will not latch onto the rail suc cessfully if the rail is out of dimension).
Step 3
For final positioning and locking, the red tab is to
be pushed upward to further engage the bottom
edge of the rail with an over center snap action
latch. (The red locking tab protrudes from the bot tom side of the back plane assembly).
Installing Multiple Modular Backplane Connectors
Multiple modules are easily aligned and latched together. Each module includes matched mating geometry that facilitates accurate and consistent interconnections. The recommended method of multi-module
attachment is to first attach individual modules to
the rail separately and second to laterally slide the
modules together until they touch. (Refer to steps 1&2
above). When the multi-module system is attached and
laterally positioned to the desired placement the locking tab should be engaged to secure the control system
to the rail, (Refer to step 3 above).
Module Installation
In the picture to the right notice that the arrow is
pointing at the top lip of the module (on side). When installing the module simply slide this lip over the top of
the Modular Backplane Connector and then push down
on the rear of the module where it will seat on the two
posts just above the green connector.
To remove a module from the
Modular Backplane Connector
find the red tab protruding from
the bottom of the module and
pull back on it as shown to the
right. While pulling back on the
red tab the two mounting posts
will release the module where the
module can then be lifted up and
out of the Modular Backplane
Connector.
Removal of the Modular Backplane Connector
A module can be removed from
the Modular Backplane Connector
by inserting a screw driver into
the red locking tab just behind
the green connector and applying
downward pressure on the tab by
lifting the screwdriver upwards.
When released, the tab will move
downward and the connector can
then be lifted up off of the DIN
rail.
common
open collector/ switched dc
open collector/ switched dc
open collector/ switched dc
open collector/ switched dc
open collector/ switched dc
open collector/ switched dc
internal supply
Use National Electric (NEC) or other
country-specific standard wiring and
safety practices when wiring and
connecting this controller to a power
source and to electrical sensors or peripheral devices. Failure to do so may
result in damage to equipment and
property, and/or injury or loss of life.
Note:
Maximum wire size termination
and torque rating:
• 0.0507 to 3.30 mm2 (30 to 12
AWG) single-wire termination
or two 1.31 mm2 (16 AWG)
• 0.8 Nm (7.0 in-lb.) torque
Note:
Adjacent terminals may be labeled differently, depending on
the model number.
Note:
To prevent damage to the controller, do not connect wires to
unused terminals.
Note:
Maintain electrical isolation
between digital input-outputs,
switched dc/open collector outputs and process outputs
prevent ground loops.
to
Note:
If the last two digits of the part
number are "12", this Equipment is suitable for use in
CLASS I, DIVISION 2, Groups
A, B, C and D or Non-Hazardous locations
Code T4
only. Temperature
Warning: ç
Explosion Hazard – Substitution of
component may impair suitability for
CLASS I, DIVISION 2.
Warning: ç
Explosion Hazard - Do not disconnect
while the circuit is live or unless the
area is known to be free of ignitable
concentrations of flammable substances.
Expansion Module Wiring (RMEx-xxxx-xxxx)
Low Power RME - All Model Numbers
• 20.4 to 30.8 V Å (ac) / Î (dc) 14VA
• 47 to 63 Hz
• Expansion module power consumption, 7 Watts maximum
• 31 Watts maximum power available for P/S part #:0847-02990000
98
99
power
• 60 Watts maximum power available for P/S part #:0847-03000000
• 91 Watts maximum power available for P/S part #:0847-03010000
• Class 2 or SELV power source required to meet UL compliance
standards
Communications
• CF, CD, CE - Standard Bus EIA485 Communications
• CZ, CX, CY - Inter-module Bus EIA485 Communications
• Do not route network wires with power wires. Connect network wires in daisy-chain fashion when connecting multiple
devices in a network
CF CD CE CZ CX CY
Standard Bus
Common
T- / R-
T+ / R+
Inter-module Bu
Common
-
+
Quad Current Transformer Inputs 13, 14, 15 and 16
RME Part # Digit 8 is T
• Input range is 0 to 50 mA (ac).
T13
S13
T14
S14
T15
S15
T16
S16
• Current transformer part number: 160246
• 100 Ω input impedance
• Response time: 1 second maximum
• Accuracy +/-1 mA typical
Warning: ç
Explosion Hazard - Dry contact closure
Digital Inputs shall not be used in Class
I Division 2 Hazardous Locations unless
switch used is approved for this application.
Use National Electric (NEC) or other
country-specific standard wiring and
safety practices when wiring and
connecting this controller to a power
source and to electrical sensors or peripheral devices. Failure to do so may
result in damage to equipment and
property, and/or injury or loss of life.
Note:
Maximum wire size termination
and torque rating:
• 0.0507 to 3.30 mm2 (30 to 12
AWG) single-wire termination
or two 1.31 mm2 (16 AWG)
• 0.8 Nm (7.0 in-lb.) torque
Note:
Adjacent terminals may be labeled differently, depending on
the model number.
Note:
To prevent damage to the controller, do not connect wires to
unused terminals.
Note:
Maintain electrical isolation
between digital input-outputs,
switched dc/open collector outputs and process outputs
prevent ground loops.
to
Note:
If the last two digits of the part
number are "12", this equipment is suitable for use in
CLASS I, DIVISION 2, Groups
A, B, C and D or Non-Hazardous locations
Code T4
only. Temperature
Warning: ç
Explosion Hazard – Substitution of
component may impair suitability for
CLASS I, DIVISION 2.
Warning: ç
Explosion Hazard - Do not disconnect
while the circuit is live or unless the
area is known to be free of ignitable
concentrations of flammable substances.
Quencharc Note:
Switching pilot duty inductive loads
(relay coils, solenoids, etc.) with the
mechanical relay, Solid-State relay or
open collector output options requires
use of an R.C. suppressor.
Digital Inputs 1 to 24
RME Part # Digit 5, 6, 7, 8 is C
Digital Input Event Condi-
Common
DC Input
DC Input
DC Input
DC Input
DC Input
DC Input
ernal Supply
B_
D_
D_
D_
D_
D_
D_
Z_
tions
• Dry Contact
- Input inactive when >
100KΩ
- Input active when <
50Ω
• Voltage
- Input inactive when <
2V
- Input active when > 3V
• Six user configurable
Digital Inputs per slot
Digital Outputs 1 to 24
RME Part # Digit 5, 6, 7, 8 is C
Common
B_
Collector out
D_
Collector out
D_
Collector out
D_
D_
D_
D_
Z_
Collector out
Collector out
Collector out
Internal Suppl
• Maximum switched
voltage is 32VÎ
(dc)
• Internal supply
provides a constant
power output of
750mW
• Maximum output
sink current per
output is 1.5A (external class 2 or
*SELV supply required)
• Total sink current
for all outputs not
to exceed 8A
Use National Electric (NEC) or other
country-specific standard wiring and
safety practices when wiring and
connecting this controller to a power
source and to electrical sensors or peripheral devices. Failure to do so may
result in damage to equipment and
property, and/or injury or loss of life.
Note:
Maximum wire size termination
and torque rating:
• 0.0507 to 3.30 mm2 (30 to 12
AWG) single-wire termination
or two 1.31 mm2 (16 AWG)
• 0.8 Nm (7.0 in-lb.) torque
Note:
Adjacent terminals may be labeled differently, depending on
the model number.
Note:
To prevent damage to the controller, do not connect wires to
unused terminals.
Note:
Maintain electrical isolation
between digital input-outputs,
switched dc/open collector outputs and process outputs
prevent ground loops.
to
Note:
If the last two digits of the part
number are "12", this Equipment is suitable for use in
CLASS I, DIVISION 2, Groups
A, B, C and D or Non-Hazardous locations
Code T4
only. Temperature
Digital Output (
Vdc
Internal Circuitry
Digital Output (
Collector Outputs
Vdc
1 to 24)
Collector Outputs
1 to 24)
Wiring Example -
Wiring Example - Open Collector
Common
B_
D_
D_
D_
D_
D_
D_
Z_
Internal Supply
Common
B_
D_
D_
D_
D_
Switched DC to DIN-A-MITE
Htr 1
+
-
Htr 2
Htr 3
+
-
+
-
DC90-60C0-0000
Power Supply
5 to 32 Vdc
-
Fuse
Diode
+
An example fuse is
Bussmann AGC-1 1/2
Relay
®
Warning: ç
Explosion Hazard – Substitution of
component may impair suitability for
CLASS I, DIVISION 2.
Warning: ç
Explosion Hazard - Do not disconnect
while the circuit is live or unless the
area is known to be free of ignitable
concentrations of flammable substances.
Quencharc Note:
Switching pilot duty inductive loads
(relay coils, solenoids, etc.) with the
mechanical relay, Solid-State relay or
open collector output options requires
use of an R.C. suppressor.
Internal Circuitry
Quad Mechanical Relays, Form A Outputs 1-4, 7-10, 13-16
RME Part # Digit 5, 6, or 7 is J
• 5 A at 240V (ac) or 30V
normally open
L_
common
K_
normally open
L_
common
K_
normally open
L_
common
K_
normally open
L_
common
K_
(dc) maximum resistive
load
• 20 mA at 24V minimum
load
• 125VA pilot duty at
120/240V (ac), 25 VA at
24V (ac)
Use National Electric (NEC) or other
country-specific standard wiring and
safety practices when wiring and
connecting this controller to a power
source and to electrical sensors or peripheral devices. Failure to do so may
result in damage to equipment and
property, and/or injury or loss of life.
Note:
Maximum wire size termination
and torque rating:
• 0.0507 to 3.30 mm2 (30 to 12
AWG) single-wire termination
or two 1.31 mm2 (16 AWG)
• 0.8 Nm (7.0 in-lb.) torque
Note:
Adjacent terminals may be labeled differently, depending on
the model number.
Note:
To prevent damage to the controller, do not connect wires to
unused terminals.
Note:
Maintain electrical isolation
between digital input-outputs,
switched dc/open collector outputs and process outputs
prevent ground loops.
to
Note:
If the last two digits of the part
number are "12", this equipment is suitable for use in
CLASS I, DIVISION 2, Groups
A, B, C and D or Non-Hazardous locations
Code T4
only. Temperature
Warning: ç
Explosion Hazard – Substitution of
component may impair suitability for
CLASS I, DIVISION 2.
Warning: ç
Explosion Hazard - Do not disconnect
while the circuit is live or unless the
area is known to be free of ignitable
concentrations of flammable substances.
In this example the
Quencharc circuit (Watlow
part# 0804-0147-0000) is
used to protect the RME
internal circuitry from the
counter electromagnetic force
from the inductive user load
when de-engergized. It is
recommended that this or an
equivalent Quencharc be used
when connecting inductive
loads to the RME outputs.
Use National Electric (NEC) or other
country-specific standard wiring and
safety practices when wiring and
connecting this controller to a power
source and to electrical sensors or peripheral devices. Failure to do so may
result in damage to equipment and
property, and/or injury or loss of life.
Note:
Note:
Note:
Note:
Note:
Warning: ç
Explosion Hazard – Substitution of
component may impair suitability for
CLASS I, DIVISION 2.
Warning: ç
Explosion Hazard - Do not disconnect
while the circuit is live or unless the
area is known to be free of ignitable
concentrations of flammable substances.
Maximum wire size termination
and torque rating:
• 0.0507 to 3.30 mm2 (30 to 12
AWG) single-wire termination
or two 1.31 mm2 (16 AWG)
• 0.8 Nm (7.0 in-lb.) torque
Adjacent terminals may be labeled differently, depending on
the model number.
To prevent damage to the controller, do not connect wires to
unused terminals.
Maintain electrical isolation
between digital input-outputs,
switched dc/open collector outputs and process outputs
to
prevent ground loops.
If the last two digits of the part
number are "12", this Equipment is suitable for use in
CLASS I, DIVISION 2, Groups
A, B, C and D or Non-Hazardous locations
only. Temperature
Code T4
Quad 2A SSR Outputs 1-4, 7-10, 13-16, 19 - 22
RME Part # Digit 5, 6, 7, 8 is L
• 2 A at 20 to 264VÅ (ac)
normally open
L_
common
K_
normally open
L_
maximum resistive load
• 50 VA 120/240VÅ (ac) pilot
duty
• Optical isolation, without
contact suppression
• maximum off state leakage
of 105 microamperes
normally open
L_
common
K_
normally open
L_
• Output does not supply
power.
• Do not use on dc loads.
• N.O., COM, N.O wiring
(shared common) between
each set of outputs.
• 100,000 cycle endurance
tested resistive and pilot
duty.
• See Quencharc note.
2.25
1.50
1.25
0.75
0.50
0.25
2.00
1.75
1.0
0
-15
-20
0-5-10
All Outputs 100% Duty Cycle
10
15
5
Ambient Temperature (oC)
20
25 30 35 40
45 50 55 60
70
65
Note:
Each of the four SSR outputs has internal circuitry that will protect it from over
heating. Outputs may be disabled (shut off) automatically if internal temperatures
exceed those listed in the graph above. After the output temperature drops approximately 10 °C the outputs will once again be enabled for operation.
Use National Electric (NEC) or other
country-specific standard wiring and
safety practices when wiring and
connecting this controller to a power
source and to electrical sensors or peripheral devices. Failure to do so may
result in damage to equipment and
property, and/or injury or loss of life.
Note:
Maximum wire size termination
and torque rating:
• 0.0507 to 3.30 mm2 (30 to 12
AWG) single-wire termination
or two 1.31 mm2 (16 AWG)
• 0.8 Nm (7.0 in-lb.) torque
Note:
Adjacent terminals may be labeled differently, depending on
the model number.
Note:
To prevent damage to the controller, do not connect wires to
unused terminals.
Note:
Maintain electrical isolation
between digital input-outputs,
switched dc/open collector outputs and process outputs
to
prevent ground loops.
Note:
If the last two digits of the part
number are "12", this equipment is suitable for use in
CLASS I, DIVISION 2, Groups
A, B, C and D or Non-Hazardous locations
only. Temperature
Code T4
Warning: ç
Explosion Hazard – Substitution of
component may impair suitability for
CLASS I, DIVISION 2.
Standard Bus EIA-485 Communications
• Wire T-/R- to the A terminal of the EIA-485
port.
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USB
Port
common
T+/R+
T-/R-
PC Software Protocol - Standard Bus
EZ-Configurator
• Wire T+/R+ to the B
terminal of the EIA-485
port.
• Wire common to the
common terminal of the
EIA-485 port.
• Do not route network
wires with power wires.
Connect network wires
in daisy-chain fashion
when connecting multiple devices in a network.
EZ-ZONE® RM
to B&B Converter
Model ULINX 485USBTB-2W
USB to RS-485 Adapter
using Standard Bus
Data format
38,400 baud
8 data bits
no parity
1 start bit
1 stop bit
TM
U
LINX
S
USB Serial Conversion
U
B
Model 485TB-2W
B B electronics
&
0847-0326-0000
TM
Use twisted pair wires such as Cat 5 cabling.
Do not route with power carrying conductors.
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CF CD CE CZ CX CY
A(-)
B(+)
A(-)
B(+)
GND
• A 120 Ω termination resistor may be required
across T+/R+ and T-/R-,
placed on the last controller on the network.
• Do not connect more
than 16 EZ-ZONE RM
controllers on a network.
• maximum network
length: 1,200 meters
(4,000 feet)
• 1/8th unit load on EIA485 bus
S
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t
o
C
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Warning: ç
Explosion Hazard - Do not disconnect
while the circuit is live or unless the
area is known to be free of ignitable
Note:
Do not leave a USB to EIA-485 converter connected to Standard Bus without
power (i.e., disconnecting the USB end from the computer while leaving the
converter connected on Standard Bus). Disturbance on the Standard Bus may
Use National Electric (NEC) or other
country-specific standard wiring and
safety practices when wiring and
connecting this controller to a power
source and to electrical sensors or peripheral devices. Failure to do so may
result in damage to equipment and
property, and/or injury or loss of life.
Note:
Maximum wire size termination
and torque rating:
• 0.0507 to 3.30 mm2 (30 to 12
AWG) single-wire termination
or two 1.31 mm2 (16 AWG)
• 0.8 Nm (7.0 in-lb.) torque
Note:
Adjacent terminals may be labeled differently, depending on
the model number.
Note:
To prevent damage to the controller, do not connect wires to
unused terminals.
Note:
Maintain electrical isolation
between digital input-outputs,
switched dc/open collector outputs and process outputs
prevent ground loops.
to
Note:
If the last two digits of the part
number are "12", this Equipment is suitable for use in
CLASS I, DIVISION 2, Groups
A, B, C and D or Non-Hazardous locations
Code T4
only. Temperature
occur.
Note:
When connecting the USB converter to the PC it is suggested that the Latency
Timer be changed from the default of 16 msec to 1 msec. Failure to make this
change may cause communication loss between the PC running ZE-ZONE Configurator software and the control.
To modify Latency Timer settings follow the steps below:
1. Navigate to Device Manager.
2. Double click on Ports.
3. Right click on the USB serial port in use and select Properties.
4. Click the tab labeled Port settings and then click the Advance button.
Warning: ç
Explosion Hazard – Substitution of
component may impair suitability for
CLASS I, DIVISION 2.
Warning: ç
Explosion Hazard - Do not disconnect
while the circuit is live or unless the
area is known to be free of ignitable
concentrations of flammable substances.
Components of a RM system can be installed as
stand-alone modules or can be interconnected on
the DIN rail as shown below. When modules are
connected together, power and communications are
shared between modules over the modular backplane interconnection. Therefore, bringing the necessary power and communications wiring to any
one connector in slot C is sufficient. The modular
backplane interconnect comes standard with every
module ordered and is generic in nature, meaning
any of the RM modules shown below on the DIN
rail can use it.
Modular backplane interconnect
Notice in the split rail system diagram that
a single power supply is being used across both
DIN rails. One notable consideration when designing the hardware layout would be the available power supplied and the loading affect of all
of the modules used. Watlow provides three options for power supplies listed below:
With regards to the modular loading affect, maximum power for each is listed below:
1. RMCxxxxxxxxxxxx @ 7 watts
2. RMEx-xxxx-xxxx @ 7 watts
3. RMAx-xxxx-xxxx @ 4 watts
So, in the split rail system diagram, the maximum current draw on the supply would be 38
Watts.
- 2 RMC modules consumes 14W
- 2 RME modules consumes 14W
- 1 RMA module consumes 4W
- 1 Remote User Interface consumes 6W
With this power requirement the second or third
power supply could be used.
Another hardware configuration scenario
that could present itself (graphic not shown)
would be a configuration that requires more than
one supply. Lets make some assumptions per-
taining to the split rail system diagram shown below.
The power supply used is the 91W supply. The top DIN
rail now has the following modules:
- 2 RMC modules consumes 14W
- 1 RMA consumes 4W
- 11 RME modules consumes 77W
As can now be seen, the total power requirement exceeds 91W. In this case, another power supply would
be required. To incorporate another supply in this system simply disconnect pins 99 and 98 on the remote
DIN rail and connect another appropriately sized power supply to those same pins.
When using a split rail configuration ensure that
the interconnections for the Inter-module Bus and
Standard Bus do not exceed 200 feet. Standard Bus
and the Inter-module Buses are different protocols
and both are required for split rail configurations.
Without having both connected communications between modules would not be possible.
RM Access
Module
Slot D
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
Slot A
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
98
Standard Bus
Address 3
Slot C
CD
CF
99
Slot E
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
Slot B
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
CX
CE
CY
CZ
Inter-module
Bus
Slot E
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
Slot B
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
CX
CE
CY
CZ
Low Voltage
Class 2
Power Supply
RM Controller
Module
RMCxxxxxxxxxAxx
Slot D
Slot A
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
99
98
Standard Bus
Address 1
Slot C
CD
CE
CF
Slot E
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
Slot B
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
CX
CZ
RM Expansion
Module
RMEx-xxxx-xxxx RMAx-xxxx-xxxx
Slot D
_
_
_
Standard Bus
_
_
Address 2
_
_
_
Slot A
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
Slot C
CD
CF
CY
99
98
Standard Bus
Split Rail Conguration
RM Controller
Module
RMCxxxxxxxxxAxx
Slot D
_
_
_
Standard Bus
_
_
Address 4
_
_
_
Slot A
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
CF
99
98
RM Expansion
Module
RMEx-xxxx-xxxx
Slot E
Slot D
_
_
_
_
_
_
Standard Bus
_
_
_
_
Address 5
_
_
_
_
_
_
Slot A
Slot B
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
Slot C
_
CD
CX
CE
CY
CZ
99
98
RUI
EZKB-_ A _ _- _ _ _ _
CD
CE
CF
98
99
Slot E
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
Slot B
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
_
Slot C
CD
CX
CE
CY
CZ
CF
Standard Bus
Note:
Module is not provided with a disconnect, use of an
external disconnect is required. It should be located in
close proximity to the module and be labeled as the disconnect for the module.
Note:
Connecting power supplies in parallel is not allowed.
When power consumption is greater than 91 watts use a
split rail configuration.