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MODEL C48T INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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  • Page 1 THE 1/16 DIN TIMER MODEL C48T INSTRUCTION MANUAL...
  • Page 2 The C48T unit, which you have purchased, has the same high quality workmanship and advanced technological capabilities that have made Red Lion Controls the leader in today’s industrial market.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL DESCRIPTION................................1 Safety Summary..................................1 Block Diagram ..................................2 INSTALLATION & CONNECTIONS...............................3 Multiple Unit Stacking ................................3 Mounting Instructions ................................4 Unit Removal Procedure ................................4 Removing Unit Assembly ................................4 Installing Unit Assembly ................................4 Output Board ...................................5 Replacing Relay Output Board ............................5 EMC Installation Guidelines ..............................6 Wiring Connections .................................6 AC Versions (C48TXX0X)..............................7...
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS (Cont’d) USER INTERFACE/PROGRAMMING MODES ...........................13 Programming Menu................................13 Numeric Value Entry Method ............................13 Timer Range ..................................13 Timer Operating Mode ..............................13 Timer Reset at Power-up..............................17 Access Preset Values ..............................17 Preset 1 Value .................................17 Preset 2 Value (Dual Preset Model only) ........................17 Preset 1 Track Preset 2 (Dual Preset Model only) ......................17 Access Output Time Values.............................18 Output Resolution ................................18...
  • Page 5 TABLE OF CONTENTS (Cont’d) RS-485 SERIAL COMMUNICATIONS ............................24 Communication Format ................................24 Sending Commands And Data...............................24 Receiving Data ..................................26 Serial Connections .................................27 Terminal Descriptions ..............................27 Troubleshooting Serial Communications..........................27 Connecting To A Host Terminal............................28 APPENDIX “A” - APPLICATION EXAMPLE ..........................29 APPENDIX “B” - SPECIFICATIONS AND DIMENSIONS ......................30 APPENDIX “C”...

  • Page 7: General Description

    The Timer can also be configured to Continue or Stop timing upon reaching C48T features a 7 segment, 2 line by 6 digit reflective or backlit LCD display. preset. The display can be programmed to stop at the preset value (Reset to Zero For the backlit versions, the main display line is red and shows the timer value.

  • Page 8: Block Diagram

    BLOCK DIAGRAM Figure 1, Block Diagram...

  • Page 9: Installation & Connections

    Multiple Unit Stacking The C48T is designed for close spacing of multiple units. Units can be stacked either horizontally or vertically. For vertical stacking, install the panel latch with the screws to the sides of the unit. For horizontal stacking, the panel latch screws should be at the top and bottom of the unit.

  • Page 10: Mounting Instructions

    Mounting Instructions 1. Prepare the panel cutout to the dimensions shown in Figure 3, Multiple Unit Stacking. 2. Remove the panel latch from the unit. Discard the cardboard sleeve. 3. Carefully remove the center section of the panel gasket and discard. Slide the panel gasket over the unit from the rear, seating it against the lip at the front of the case.

  • Page 11: Output Board

    Output Board The C48T is supplied with an output board installed. The output board is preconfigured for the type of output needed, based upon the Model ordered. See Ordering Information, page 35, for available models. All relay output boards are field replaceable.

  • Page 12: Emc Installation Guidelines

    One of the most effective ways is to installation. Listed are some EMI guidelines for a successful installation in an place a diode across the inductive load. Most Red Lion products with solid industrial environment.

  • Page 13: Ac Versions (C48Txx0X)

    (150 mA max.) and be within the specified 11 to 14 VDC range. The It is recommended that shielded (screened) cable be used for serial C48T has non-volatile memory, that stores information on power down, thereby communications. This unit meets the EMC specifications using Alpha #2404 eliminating the need for battery back-up.

  • Page 14: User Input Plug Jumper

    The program disable plug jumper is used to enable and disable front panel configured as current sinking (active low) or current sourcing (active high) programming of the C48T. See Front Panel Accessible Functions With Program inputs via a single plug jumper. Programmable external user inputs are digital Disable, page 11, for a description of available functions.

  • Page 15: Front Panel Description

    FRONT PANEL DESCRIPTION The front panel bezel material is flame and scratch resistant, textured plastic with clear viewing window that meets NEMA 4X/IP65 requirements, when MAIN DISPLAY properly installed. Continuous exposure to direct sunlight might accelerate the Displays timer value. aging process of the plastic material used in the bezel.

  • Page 16: Basic Operation

    BASIC OPERATION Normal Operating Mode In the normal operating mode, the timer value is shown on the main display. By successively pressing the key, the accessible presets or output time values can be viewed in the secondary display. Each of these values can be independently programmed to be viewable only, viewable and changeable, or locked (not viewable) in the normal operating mode.

  • Page 17: Front Panel Accessible Functions With Program Disable

    Front Panel Accessible Functions With Program Disable There are several ways to limit the programming of parameters from the front to be entered, depending on the Program Disable Setting. Front Panel Function panel keypad. The Accessible Value parameter is used with the Program Disable Key F1 cannot be selected for program disable.

  • Page 18: Programming General Description

    PROGRAMMING GENERAL DESCRIPTION Programming of the C48T is done through the front panel keypad. English Digit Entry language prompts, flashing parameter values, and the front panel keypad aid the If the preset entry method has been set to “digit entry”, the least significant digit will blink.

  • Page 19: User Interface/Programming Modes

    USER INTERFACE/PROGRAMMING MODES The operating modes of the C48T are programmed using the front panel Timer Operating Mode keypad. (See page 12, for details on using the keypad to program the unit) OPEr Accessibility to the Programming Menu depends on the Program Disable The charts on the following pages, show operating Function setting (See page 11, for available program disable settings).
  • Page 20 Output 1: (Main Output for Single Preset Model) O1 Off at O2: (Dual Preset only) Latched - When Output 1 activates it stays activated or latched until it is Output 1 activates at Preset 1. It deactivates when Output 2 is activated. manually reset.
  • Page 21 DUAL PRESET OPERATING MODES Use either of the two charts on the next two pages for more information on specific operating modes. DUAL PRESET OPERATING MODES MODE# RESET TYPE RESET OUTPUT 1 OUTPUT 2 Continue Timing at 02, Manual Reset to Zero, Latched Outputs Continue Timing at 02, Manual Reset to Zero, 01 Timed, 02 Latched Continue Timing at 02, Manual Reset to Zero, 01 and 02 Timed Continue Timing at 02, Manual Reset to Zero, 01 off at 02, 02 Latched...
  • Page 22 MODE# RESET TYPE RESET OUTPUT 1 OUTPUT 2 DUAL PRESET OPERATING MODES Stop Timing at 02, Manual Reset to Zero, Latched Outputs Stop Timing at 02, Manual Reset to Zero, 01 Timed, 02 Latched Stop Timing at 02, Manual Reset to Zero, 01 and 02 Timed Stop Timing at 02, Manual Reset to Zero, 01 off at 02, 02 Latched Stop Timing at 02, Manual Reset to Zero, 01 off at 02, 02 Timed Stop Timing at 02, Manual Reset to Preset 2, Latched Outputs...

  • Page 23: Timer Reset At Power-Up

    Timer Reset at Power-up Preset 1 Value rSt. P . u P PrESEt This parameter determines whether or not the timer is The Preset 1 value is used to control the activation of 1. 0 reset when power is applied to the unit. Output 1.

  • Page 24: Access Output Time Values

    Single Preset Access Output Time Values Output 1 Time Value OutPut Model This parameter configures the type of access given to The Output 1 Time Value controls the Output 1 duration, 0. 1 0 Ac Out OPEr each Output Time Value when in normal operating mode when Output 1 is set for timed mode of operation ( and at Program Disable Level 1.

  • Page 25: Reverse Annunciator Logic

    Single Preset Reverse Annunciator Logic User Inputs Model This parameter controls the logic state of the Output Three external User Inputs plus the front panel function key are available on rEVAnu Display Annunciators (‘01’ and ‘02’). the C48 Timer. The parameter list below shows all available user input functions.

  • Page 26: User Input 1

    Programming/Protected Parameter MODE DESCRIPTION CodE Print Print Request [Level Active] (RS485 Option only); When the user Menu Code Value (0-199) input is activated, the timer and preset values, as configured in the The Programming Code value can be used to provide Print Options ( PrnOPt ) parameter, will be continually transmitted on...

  • Page 27: Serial Baud Rate And Parity Settings

    The next five parameters pertain to serial communications and are only Serial Abbreviate Mnemonics SErAbr found on Dual Preset units with the RS-485 serial option installed. When transmitting data, the unit can be programmed to suppress the address number, mnemonics, and some spaces Serial Baud Rate and Parity Settings by selecting for this parameter.

  • Page 28: Print And Reset Timer Value

    Print and Reset Timer Value PrnrSt OUTPUTS This parameter is used in conjunction with a Print Ac Out -L-L ACCESS OUTPUT TIME VALUES Request (User Input or Serial Command) and the Print OutrES 0. 0 1SEC OUTPUT RESOLUTION Options to determine whether or not the timer value is reset OutPut 0.

  • Page 29: User Settings Chart

    USER SETTINGS CHART EntrY NUMERIC VALUE ENTRY METHOD USER INPUTS USrIn1 USER INPUT 1 trAnGE USrIn2 TIMER RANGE USER INPUT 2 OPEr USrIn3 TIMER OPERATING MODE USER INPUT 3 rSt. P . u P USr F1 TIMER RESET AT POWER-UP USER F1 KEY CodE PROGRAMMING CODE VALUE...

  • Page 30: Rs-485 Serial Communications

    The Sending Commands And Data formats available for the C48T unit are 1 start bit, 7 or 8 data bits, No parity or 1 parity bit (odd or even) and 1 stop bit. The available baud rates are 1200, 2400, When sending commands to the C48T unit, a command string must be 4800, or 9600 baud.
  • Page 31 Examples: 1.000 or 1000. If a “1” is transmitted, the Preset will be changed to 0.001. 1. Change Preset 1 Value to 123.4 on the C48T with an address of 2. COMMAND STRING: N2VA1234* The Address command is used to allow a command to be directed to a 2.

  • Page 32: Receiving Data

    NO Mnemonics Sent The various Print Options are used with a printer or a Computer Terminal. They provide a choice of which C48T data values are to be printed, when either Receiving Data the User Input, programmed for the print request function is activated, or a “P”...

  • Page 33: Serial Connections

    3. Check the baud rate and parity in the Programming Menu parameter, A (+) & B (-) - The C48T transmits and receives on these two terminals which and make sure all devices on the line are set to the same baud rate and parity.

  • Page 34: Connecting To A Host Terminal

    CONNECTING TO A HOST TERMINAL OFFICE PC (WITH RS485 INTERFACE CARD INSTALLED) Six C48T units are used to monitor and control parts connection. Each C48T is programmed for a different packaging machines in a plant. C48T units are located at address and all are programmed for the same baud rate each machine in the production area of the building.

  • Page 35: Appendix "A" - Application Example

    APPENDIX “A” - APPLICATION EXAMPLE One Shot Timing Cycle When the filler pump starts, a momentary contact closure activates User Input 1, resetting the C48 Timer. The timer begins the timing cycle since the run Proper wash down mixture for a food processing plant is an important factor terminal is connected to common.

  • Page 36: Appendix "B" - Specifications And Dimensions

    PEAK (START-UP CURRENT): Note: The internal supply of the C48T can provide a total of 100 mA for AC or DC Power: 500 mA peak start-up current for 10 msec max. the combination of sensor current and PNP output sourcing current.
  • Page 37 11. CONSTRUCTION: Black plastic case with collar style panel latch. The If additional PNP output sourcing current or a higher output voltage level is desired, an external DC supply may be connected between the panel latch can be installed for horizontal or vertical stacking. Black plastic “DC Out/In”...

  • Page 38: Appendix "C" - Troubleshooting

    APPENDIX “C” - TROUBLESHOOTING The majority of problems can be traced to improper connections or incorrect set-up parameters. Be sure all connections are clean and tight, that the correct output board is fitted, and that the set-up parameters are correct. Also, be sure the User Input Plug Jumper position is correct for the particular application.
  • Page 39 APPENDIX “C” - TROUBLESHOOTING (Cont’d) PROBLEMS POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDIES TIMER WILL NOT RESET 1. User input not properly programmed. 1. Verify programming of User Input parameter. WHEN A MANUAL RESET IS 2. User Input Snk/Src jumper configured improperly. 2. Configure Snk/Src jumper. PERFORMED PRESETS OR OUTPUT TIME 1.

  • Page 40: Appendix "D" -Terminal Configurations For C48 Timers

    APPENDIX “D” -TERMINAL CONFIGURATIONS FOR C48 TIMERS Caution: Observe proper polarity when connecting DC voltages. Damage to the unit will occur if polarity is reversed. C48TXX0X VERSIONS (85 TO 250 VAC POWERED) C48TS - SINGLE PRESET RELAY AND SOLID- C48TD - DUAL PRESET RELAY OUTPUTS C48TD - DUAL PRESET SOLID-STATE OUTPUTS STATE OUTPUTS RS-485 OPTION...

  • Page 41: Appendix "E" - Ordering Information

    APPENDIX “E” - ORDERING INFORMATION PART NUMBER FOR AVAILABLE REPLACEMENT NPN O.C. * RELAY SUPPLY VOLTAGES MODEL NO. DESCRIPTION RS485 RELAY OUTPUT OUTPUT(S) OUTPUT(S) BOARDS 18-36 VDC/24VAC 85 TO 250 VAC 1 Preset Timer, Reflective LCD C48TS013 C48TS003 RBC48001 C48TS 1 Preset Timer, Backlit LCD C48TS113 C48TS103...
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  • Page 43: Limited Warranty

    LIMITED WARRANTY (a) Red Lion Controls Inc. (the “Company”) warrants that all Products shall be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use for the period of time provided in “Statement of Warranty Periods” (available at www.redlion.net) current at the time of shipment of the Products (the “Warranty Period”).
  • Page 44 C48T/IM - D 06/17 DRAWING NO. LP0356...

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