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MODEL IMD1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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  • Page 1 THE APOLLO INTELLIGENT METER SERIES MODEL IMD1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL...
  • Page 2 INTRODUCTION The Intelligent Meter for Decade Volt (DC) Inputs (IMD1) is another unit in our multi-purpose series of industrial control products that is field-programmable to solve multiple applications. This series of products is built around the concept that the end user has the capability to program different personalities and functions into the unit in order to adapt to different indication and control requirements.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    PROGRAMMING AND OPERATING THE IMD1 · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·...
  • Page 4 Sending Commands to the IMD1 · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · ·...

  • Page 5: Safety Information

    SAFETY INFORMATION SAFETY SUMMARY All safety related regulations, local codes and instructions that appear in the manual or on equipment must be observed to ensure personal safety and to prevent damage to either the instrument or equipment connected to it. If equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.

  • Page 6: General Description

    GENERAL DESCRIPTION The Apollo Intelligent Meter for Decade Volts (DC) Inputs (IMD1) accepts a Ordering Information for available models.) The indicator has several built-in wide range of signals which can be precisely scaled into engineering units with diagnostic functions to alert operators of most malfunctions. Extensive testing high resolution.

  • Page 7: Block Diagram

    BLOCK DIAGRAM Note: Analog, Serial, and SNK output options are isolated from signal common at a working voltage of 50 V. The commons should NOT be tied together.

  • Page 8: Programming And Operating The Imd1

    PROGRAMMING AND OPERATING THE IMD1 PROGRAMMING THE IMD1 The unit is shipped from the factory with only two scaling points programmed. Scaling point #1 is set to indicate 0.0 on the input display with Prior to installing and operating the indicator, it may be necessary to change 0.0 VDC applied and scaling point #2 will indicate 2000.0 with a positive full...
  • Page 9 DISPLAY RESULT OF “P” BUTTON DISPLAY RESULT OF “P” BUTTON “Pro” < > “0” - Causes the indicator to return to normal display mode. Any “Pro” < > “4” - Module #4 programs the digital filtering level and the function changes to set-up data are permanently stored in the E PROM.

  • Page 10: Module #1 - Scale By Signal Level Method

    MODULE #1 - SCALE BY SIGNAL LEVEL METHOD Select one of the four input ranges by placing the jumper in the appropriate “20” position at the rear of the unit before proceeding with Pro 1. (Refer to “50” “Selecting The Input Range” section.) “100”...
  • Page 11 APPLY SIGNAL TO INDICATOR FOR SCALING POINT #2 KEY-IN DISPLAY VALUE FOR POINT #3 The meter will indicate the actual amount of signal being applied to the input. If “YES” was selected, the display value for the third point is entered. However, the indicator still retains the previous value until “P”...

  • Page 12: Module #2 - Scale By Key-In Method

    MODULE #2 - SCALE BY KEY-IN METHOD Select one of the four input ranges by placing the jumper in the appropriate “50” position at the rear of the unit before proceeding with Pro 2. (Refer to “100” “Selecting The Input Range” section.) At this stage a choice of either return to “Pro 0”...

  • Page 13: Module #3 - Program Functions Accessible With Front Panel Lockout

    KEY-IN SIGNAL VALUE FOR SCALING POINT #2 If “1” was selected, the indicator will return to “Pro 0” since scaling for the first slope was already completed. Otherwise, a choice of either returning to “INP 2” < > “+/-20000” (ex. 20000) “Pro 0”...
  • Page 14 DISPLAY HYSTERESIS VALUES SELECT DISPLAY * If the alarm option is installed, this selects whether the hysteresis values If the totalizer/linearizer option is installed, this selects whether the display will or will not be displayed. can be switched from input display to total display and from total display to input display.

  • Page 15: Module #4 - Program Digital Filter And Remote Input

    MODULE #4 - PROGRAM DIGITAL FILTER AND REMOTE INPUT PROGRAM DIGITAL FILTERING “2” - A negative going edge resets the contents of the totalizer to zero and allows totalization as long as input is low. If the input If the displayed process signal is difficult to read due to small process goes high, totalization is stopped and the contents are saved.
  • Page 16 “10” - A negative going edge toggles the display between “input” and “total” (from input to total, or vice versa). No action is taken on the positive going edge. “11” - A negative going edge zeros (tares) the input signal and adds the value that was in the input display to the totalizer value, every time this operation is performed.

  • Page 17: Module #5 - Program Integrator/Totalizer

    MODULE #5 - PROGRAM INTEGRATOR/TOTALIZER Programming for the integrator/totalizer consists of four programming steps: TB = If Program Select Number Chosen Is: Enter in Formula totalizer decimal point position, time base, scale factor and low signal disable. “0” for sec. Note that the decimal point position of the totalizer can be set independent of the “1”...

  • Page 18: Module #6 - Program Alarm/Setpoint

    MODULE #6 - PROGRAM ALARM/SETPOINT ALARM #1 ASSIGNMENT TO INPUT SIGNAL OR If the alarm option is installed, this module is used to configure the operation TOTALIZER of the alarms to a variety of combinations. The programmable options are HI/LO acting, auto/manual reset (latching), tracking, assignment to signal or Alarm #1 may be programmed to activate on either the input signal or the totalizer, display alarms, alarm values and hysteresis (deadband) values.
  • Page 19 MODULE #6 - PROGRAM ALARM/SETPOINT (Cont’d) ALARM #2 ASSIGNMENT TO INPUT SIGNAL OR TOTALIZER Alarm #2 may be programmed to activate on either the input signal or the totalizer value. If the totalizer option is not installed, this step defaults to the input. “ASN-2”...

  • Page 20: Module #7 - Program Serial Communications

    Select one of the baud rates from the list to match the baud rate of the FULL OR ABBREVIATED TRANSMISSION printer, computer, controller, etc. When transmitting data, the IMD1 can be programmed to suppress the “bAud” < > “300” 300 baud address number, mnemonics and some spaces, if desired, by selecting “NO”.

  • Page 21: Module #8 - Program Re-Transmitted Analog Output

    MODULE #8 - PROGRAM RE-TRANSMITTED ANALOG OUTPUT This programming module allows digital scaling of the 4 to 20 mA or 0 to 10 VDC analog output. The type of analog output is determined by the model ordered. (See Ordering Information for available models.) The display value at which 4 mA or 0 VDC and the display value at which 20 mA or 10 VDC are transmitted are keyed-in.

  • Page 22: Module #9 - Service Operations

    “CodE” < > “0” to “99” Connect the IMD1 as shown below. Enter “Pro 9”, key-in “Code 39”, and then press “P”. If the serial communication hardware is OK, “PASS” will be If the code number for the previous step was not recognized, the indicator displayed.

  • Page 23: Operating The Imd1

    “Pro 9”, keying-in “Code 66”, and then To reset latched alarm, scroll through steps in “quick pressing “P”. The IMD1 responds by displaying “INItAL” for several programming” mode using the “P” button until “LAtCH1” or seconds, and then returns to “Pro 0”.

  • Page 24: Factory Configuration

    FACTORY CONFIGURATION The following chart lists the programming of the unit when shipped from the factory (Input range jumper in position #4. Refer to “Selecting The Input Range” section). (Code 66 will restore the unit to these values.) “Pro 2”..“dECPNt” “0.00”...

  • Page 25: Programming Example

    PROGRAMMING EXAMPLE As an example of a programming sequence, the following values, gained “Pro 4”..“FILtEr” Enter 1 from a process voltage application, are programmed into the indicator (±20 “E1-CON” Enter 7 (reset alarm #2) VDC range selected. Refer to “Selecting The Input Range” section). “E2-CON”...

  • Page 26: Pneumatic Pressure Example

    PNEUMATIC PRESSURE EXAMPLE An IMD1 is employed to monitor and display the pneumatic (air) pressure of a robotic assembly system at a manufacturing plant. Several “dedicated” robotic arms are used to fasten bolts which join pieces of material together. The robotic arms will operate correctly, so long as the system pressure remains between 160.0 to 180.0 PSI.

  • Page 27: Excitation (Optional)

    EXCITATION (Optional) Note: The totalizer value will roll over and flash when the total exceeds, 999999 or -99999, indicating an overflow condition. Reverse signal input The optional regulated excitation voltage (18 VDC, 60 mA max.) can be will cause the totalizer value to count in the opposite direction and used to power the transducer.

  • Page 28: Linearizer

    D.T.D.P. = Desired Totalizer Decimal Point Enter in Formula The totalizer will totalize up to 9999.99 dollars in 0.01 dollar resolution. * This value is normally 1, but can be used as a coarse scale factor of 60 or 3600. 0.00 **Since the time period is in minutes, the selected T.B.

  • Page 29: Linear Segmenting Example

    LINEARIZER (Cont’d) The computer program in Appendix “C” outputs the display and process (input) scaling points (the location of each linear segment) as a percentage of the full scale input (eg. 0-3.333 VDC @ 0-24 ft.) and full scale display (eg. 0-1608.4 cu.

  • Page 30: Peak/Valley

    To calculate the process (input) values, multiply each process percent by “INP 5” “2.183” the full scale process input. For the above example this value would be 5 “dSP 6” “702.2” (volts) divided by 36 (ft.) multiplied by 24 (ft.) = 3.333 VDC. For example, “INP 6”...

  • Page 31: Alarms (Optional)

    ALARMS (Optional) The alarm option consists of an additional printed circuit board with nine to provide automatic control. The following diagrams depict how the alarms terminals. Six of these terminals are the two Form-C relays and the other three work with both “HI” and “LO” acting set-ups. are the two open collector transistors, which act in parallel with the relays.

  • Page 32: Ma Current Loop Serial Communications (Optional)

    (only) by connecting the current return wire to -20 mA SRC., instead of SO+. To bypass the built-in current source, make transmit loop connections to SO+ and SO-. Additionally, multiple units and other Red Lion Before serial communication can take place, the indicator must be Controls instruments can be serially addressed, up to a maximum of 99 units.

  • Page 33: Sending Commands To The Imd1

    SENDING COMMANDS TO THE IMD1 command to be directed to a specific unit on the loop. If the indicator is assigned an address of “0”, transmission of the address command is not When sending commands to the unit, a command string must be required.
  • Page 34 If an illegal command or character is sent to the IM, an asterisk (*) must be Timing Diagrams transmitted to clear the input buffer. The IM will not respond to an illegal or (Full Transmission Selected) incomplete transmission. The diagrams show the differences in the timing considerations for either Abbreviated or Full Character Transmission, or if a Reset Command is issued.

  • Page 35: Receiving Data From The Imd1

    RECEIVING DATA FROM THE IMD1 If the transmitted data is overrunning the peripheral’s buffer, the receive channel to the indicator may be used for handshaking purposes. As a Data is transmitted from the indicator whenever a “T” or “P” command is consequence of this, even if the indicator is to transmit only (ex.

  • Page 36: Current Loop Installation

    CURRENT LOOP INSTALLATION WIRING CONNECTIONS It is recommended that shielded (screened) cable be used for serial communications. This unit meets the EMC specifications using Alpha #2404 cable or equivalent. There are higher grades of shielded cable, such as, four conductor twisted pair, that offer an even higher degree of noise immunity. When wiring the 20 mA current loop, remove the bottom terminal block (TBA), located on the rear of the unit.

  • Page 37: Serial Communications Example

    IMD1s. greenhouses at an Agricultural Research and Development Center. One IMD1 is located at each building. The Note: On all IM indicators, the SO+ and the +20 mA SRC communication lines are run to a computer located in the are connected internally.

  • Page 38: Re-Transmitted Analog Output (Optional)

    RE-TRANSMITTED ANALOG OUTPUT (Optional) The re-transmitted analog output option transmits a digitally Reverse action can be achieved by programming a “high” display value for programmable 4 to 20 mA or 0 to 10 VDC signal to drive chart recorders, “AN-LO” and a “low” display value for “AN-HI”. remote indicators and controllers.

  • Page 39: Analog Output Calibration

    ANALOG OUTPUT CALIBRATION Although the analog output has been calibrated at the factory, zero and span adjustments are provided to compensate for small offsets and drifts. If excessive drift is noticed, the following calibration procedure may be performed. Scale the analog output by entering an arbitrarily larger display value for “AN-HI”...

  • Page 40: Appendix "A" - Installation & Connections

    APPENDIX “A” - INSTALLATION & CONNECTIONS INSTALLATION ENVIRONMENT Do not use tools of any kind (screwdrivers, pens, pencils, etc.) to operate The unit should be installed in a location that does not exceed the maximum the keypad of the unit. Before installing the IM into the panel, the user should operating temperature and provides good air circulation.

  • Page 41: Emc Installation Guidelines

    Schaffner # FN2010-1/07 (Red Lion Controls # LFIL0000) 6. To protect relay contacts that control inductive loads and to minimize Although Red Lion Controls products are designed with a high degree of radiated and conducted noise (EMI), some type of contact protection immunity to Electromagnetic Interference (EMI), proper installation and network is normally installed across the load, the contacts or both.

  • Page 42: Wiring Connections

    WIRING CONNECTIONS A.C. Power Basic Connection After the unit has been mechanically mounted, it is ready to be wired. All conductors should meet voltage and current ratings for each terminal. Also cabling should conform to appropriate standards of good installation, local codes and regulations.

  • Page 43: Signal Wiring

    TBA #6, “+SIGNAL”, and the “-” lead of the signal to TBA #5, “COMM”. POSITION #4 ±300 VDC Refer to the transducer manufacturer’s data sheet supplied with the transducer REAR VIEW OF IMD1 WITH TBA TERMINALS REMOVED for proper connections. Transducers Requiring Excitation: Select proper input range jumper.

  • Page 44: Appendix "B" - Specifications And Dimensions

    APPENDIX “B” - SPECIFICATIONS AND DIMENSIONS 1. DISPLAY: 6-digit, 0.56" (14.2 mm) High LED, minus sign displayed for 5. PROGRAMMABLE DISPLAY READING RANGE: -99,999 to negative values. Flashing display during totalizer overflow. “..” displayed 999,999 during input display out of range. “OLOLOL” displayed for input overload 6.
  • Page 45 SPECIFICATIONS (Cont’d) 14. SE RIAL COM MU NI CA TIONS (Op tional): 16. ANA LOG OUT PUT (Op tional): Digi tal scal ing and off set ting Iso la tion To Sig nal In put Com mon: 500 Vrms for 1 min. Isolation To Signal Input Common: 500 Vrms for 1 min.

  • Page 46: Appendix "C" - Troubleshooting Guide

    APPENDIX “C” - TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE The ma jor ity of all prob lems with the in di ca tor can be traced to im proper con nec tions or im proper pro gram ming set- ups. Be sure all con nec tions are clean and tight and check the pro gram ming set- ups for cor rect data. For further technical assistance, contact technical support at www.redlion.net.

  • Page 47: Ap Pen Dix "D" - Pro Gram Ma Ble Func Tions

    AP PEN DIX “D” - PRO GRAM MA BLE FUNC TIONS Pro gram ming of the in di ca tor is di vided into modu lar steps. Each mod ule “Pro 3” - PRO GRAM FUNC TIONS AC CES SI BLE WITH FRONT is a short se quence of data en tries.
  • Page 48 AP PEN DIX “D” - PRO GRAM MA BLE FUNC TIONS (Cont’d) “Pro 5” - PRO GRAM TO TALIZER “Pro 7” - PRO GRAM SE RIAL COM MU NI CA TIONS “dECPNt” En ter dec i mal point for totalization “bAud”...

  • Page 49: Appendix "E" - Users Programming Values Chart

    APPENDIX “E” - USERS PROGRAMMING VALUES CHART PRO GRAM MOD ULE #1 PRO GRAM MOD ULE #2 Scaled By Sig nal Method Scaled By Key- In Method dECPNt dECPNt round round SCALE SCALE dSP 1 dSP 1 INP 1 INP 1 dSP 2 dSP 2 INP 2...
  • Page 50 APPENDIX “E” - USERS PROGRAMMING VALUES CHART (Cont’d) PRO GRAM MOD ULE #3 PRO GRAM MOD ULE #6 Front Panel Lock out Alarms dSP AL trAC ENt AL dISP dSPHYS LAtC-1 ENtHYS ASN-1 rSt AL AL-1 dSPbUF HyS-1 rStbUF Act-1 SELdSP LAtC-2 rSttOt...

  • Page 51: Appendix "F" - Ordering Information

    PEAK/ VAL LEY VOLT AGES TARE/E2- CON 115/230 VAC IMD10060 IMD10160 IMD10162 IMD13160 In tel li gent IMD1 Me ter For Dec ade IMD13161 Volt age In puts IMD13162 4 to 20 mA IMD13163 4 to 20 mA IMD13167 0 to 10 VDC...

  • Page 52: 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 53 IMD1/IM - P 06/17 DRAWING NO. LP0189...

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