IRCON, Inc. warrants equipment manufactured by it to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of shipment by IRCON. Customer-paid repairs are warranted for 90 days from date of shipment. If within such period any such equipment shall be proved to IRCON’s satisfaction to be so defective, such equipment shall be repaired or replaced at IRCON’s option, provided the defective equipment is...
Database Software updates, if any, if you agree to the following terms and conditions: 1.TERM. This Agreement is effective from the date on which You begin using the Modline 5 Multi-Sensor Interface Model MSI with installed Database Software. This Agreement may be terminated by You at any time by uninstalling the Database Software on any and all Model MSI Interfaces on which You have installed the Database Software together with all copies, modifications, and adaptations in any form.
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Ircon product, even if Ircon has been advised of the possibility of such damages. The forgoing limitation shall apply regardless of legal theory and shall include liability based on contract, tort, and strict products liability principles.
2.3 Web Server Module ........................27 2.4 Data logger Module........................28 2.5 Link Menu ............................29 3.0 How to Contact Ircon, Inc....................... 30 Appendix A: NEMA SAFETY GUIDELINES................... 1 Modline 5 Model MSI Multi-Sensor Interface Manual Rev. A Section 1 Page...
Modline 5 Model MSI Multi-Sensor Interface Instruction Manual 1.0 Introduction The Modline 5 Multi-Sensor Interface is an operator interface custom programmed for use with Ircon Modline 5 Sensors. The interface combines unique capabilities for display of measured temperature and networking Sensors and the Interface to the plant control system.
Each MSI Page also has a HELP page that can be referenced from the page being viewed. A Data-Logger Trending page is shown adjacent. Modline 5 Model MSI Multi-Sensor Interface Manual Rev. A Section 1 Page...
▪ Section Heading “Installing and Powering the G310” Select and wire power supply as instructed in this and other sections of the bulletin. If you are not using the Ircon Model MSIPS Power Supply, adhere to the Power Supply selection requirements given in this section. Connect to a protective earthing system as instructed in this section.
Sensors. Sections of the manual are called out in the help pages accessed by touching HELP button located on each page of the MIS. Read Section 4 of the Modline 5 Installation and Operation Manual. The operation of the Sensor rear panel and parameter settings are explained. The interface allows setup of the same parameters remotely.
If only four sensors are going to be data logged, you can assign those Sensors Addresses 1, 2, 3, 4 and they will appear together on the first of the three trending pages. Manual continued on next page. Modline 5 Model MSI Multi-Sensor Interface Manual Rev. A Section 1 Page...
Touch the center of a display with an arrowhead (square top right corner) to go to another page or open a menu. Manual Continued on next page. Modline 5 Model MSI Multi-Sensor Interface Manual Rev. A Section 1 Page...
Selecting “Data Logger” provides access to the sub-menu for the three Data Log Pages. MAIN Menu Data Logger Pages Sub–Menu Single Sensor Page Sub–Menu Quick Start Help Continued on next page. Modline 5 Model MSI Multi-Sensor Interface Manual Rev. A Section 1 Page...
Security LOW = View and Setup changes made at the Change all Parameters Sensor will not be inputted to Security HIGH = View only the MSI! Password is 751 Modline 5 Model MSI Multi-Sensor Interface Manual Rev. A Section 1 Page...
Alarm Setpoint Indicator Alarm Setpoint Indicator Green No Alarm Red In Alarm High Alarm LED Green High Alarm LED Red Low Alarm LED Yellow Low Alarm LED Green Modline 5 Model MSI Multi-Sensor Interface Manual Rev. A Section 1 Page...
Page Investigate all Alarms to insure proper temperature readings! Error Codes and Status Displays for Sensor diagnostic information are summarized below. See Section 6 of Modline 5 Sensor Installation and Operation Manual for more information. Sensor Sensor Rear Status or Alarm...
Response Time Decay Rate RBEL Keypad BACK button returns to the Single Sensor Page AUTO RST ON/OFF Modline 5 Model MSI Multi-Sensor Interface Manual Rev. A Section 1 Page...
BACK button returns to Sensor Setup Page This Selector Pad Appears for: This Selector Pad Appears for: PANEL, UNITS, RELAY SOUT AUTO CAL, ZERO, FULL, A-LO, A-HI, FATL Modline 5 Model MSI Multi-Sensor Interface Manual Rev. A Section 1 Page...
High Alarm LED Red Low Alarm LED Green Sensor Status LED Green No Alarm Red In Alarm Refer to Section 2.2: Temperature Alarms: Remote Connectivity for additional information. Modline 5 Model MSI Multi-Sensor Interface Manual Rev. A Section 1 Page...
To reset lost communications, go to Panel Setup Page to Available Sensor Setting, set to NO first No Sensor then to YES. Detected. Blank No Sensor Assigned to that Address Modline 5 Model MSI Multi-Sensor Interface Manual Rev. A Section 1 Page...
Samples are taken every 4 seconds. TemperatureTS_S2 UnitSelect_S2 Date Time See Section 2.4 for changing 8/25/2004 7:36:00 936 C data logging default settings. 8/25/2004 7:36:04 936 C 8/25/2004 7:36:08 936 C Modline 5 Model MSI Multi-Sensor Interface Manual Rev. A Section 1 Page...
Manual Section 2.1 Communications Module – Ethernet Port Setting for Web Server Access. Use Web Browser software to access the MSI. The Modline 5 MSI Opening Page offers two selections. Remote View accesses MSI Display Pages. View Logs accesses data logger files. The default MSI settings allow any viewer to select and change Sensor parameters and to download data logger CSV files.
Section 1. Set CLCK to R/W. Set LASR as required for installation (see Section 4 of the Modline 5 Installation and operation manual). ▪ MSI Preparation and Operation Apply power to the interface. Read the MSI Help Pages presented on the Screen as the MSI Panel starts.
See Manual Section Titled “Limited Use Database Software License Agreement and Limited Warranty” at the beginning of this manual for information on using and modifying the Database Software. Modline 5 Model MSI Multi-Sensor Interface Manual Rev. A Section 1 Page...
1 above can be implemented by qualified system integrators and users. These additional features require the use of Red Lion Controls Crimson 2 software. The CD ROM that accompanies the Modline 5 Multi-Sensor Interface contains the following items: 1.) A copy of the Ircon Database Software for the MSI 2.) A copy of Crimson 2 Software that is at the software Build Level and the g310 Build Level used to install and...
Limited Warranty” at the beginning of this manual for information on using and modifying the Database Software. Modified database files should be saved as a new file that includes the Ircon name and original version number with additional alpha characters to indicate that it is a modified version.
Modline 5 Model MSI Multi-Sensor Interface Instruction Manual 2.1 Communications Module – Ethernet Port Setting for Web Server Access The standard Ircon database configures the MSI for a plant network assigned IP Address using DHCP as shown above. Once connected to the network, the assigned IP Address is shown in the Panel Setup Page of the MSI.
HMI interfaces with various devices and protocols. All communication commands should utilize the MSI internal Tag Mappings. Do not communicate through the MSI to the Sensors to change Sensor parameters. A backup copy of the Ircon Database for the MSI is contained on the CD ROM supplied with the Interface if needed.
2.3 Web Server Module The standard configuration for the MSI is to allow remote viewing and control and data log access. The default page title is “Modline 5 MSI”. Modline 5 Model MSI Multi-Sensor Interface Manual Rev. A Section 1 Page...
When the card is filled, new ones will overwrite files. This allows at least one week of data for 12 sensors to be saved on a 128MB Compact Flash card. Modline 5 Model MSI Multi-Sensor Interface Manual Rev. A Section 1 Page...
At some point the computer install program will ask if you have drivers. Locate and select drivers in the Crimson 2 program folder and install them. Modline 5 Model MSI Multi-Sensor Interface Manual Rev. A Section 1 Page...
Modline 5 Model MSI Multi-Sensor Interface Instruction Manual 3.0 How to Contact Ircon, Inc. Telephone: 847-967-5151 Fax: 847-647-0948 Toll Free: 800-323-7660 (USA & Canada) E-MAIL: info@ircon.com ASK for MSI assistance in your communication. Modline 5 Model MSI Multi-Sensor Interface Manual Rev. A Section 1 Page...
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The value of this current is available from the manufacturer. 2.4 Polarity Incorrect polarity of applied voltages may damage solid-state controls. The correct polarity of solid-state controls should be observed. Modline 5 Model MSI Multi-Sensor Interface Manual REV. A Appendix A Page...
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To protect triacs, SCR’s and transistors from over-voltages, it may be advisable to consider incorporating peak voltage clamping devices such as arrestors, zener diodes, or snubber networks in circuits incorporating these devices. Modline 5 Model MSI Multi-Sensor Interface Manual REV. A Appendix A Page...
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All power lines that will be tapped by the proposed solid state control should be examined for the presence, severity, and frequency of noise occurrences. If found, system plans should provide for the control of such noise. Modline 5 Model MSI Multi-Sensor Interface Manual REV. A Appendix A Page...
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“maximum/minimum ambient temperature” guidelines, where ambient refers to the temperature of the air providing the cooling. The solid-state equipment must be allowed to stabilize to within the manufacturer’s recommended operating temperature range before energizing control functions. Modline 5 Model MSI Multi-Sensor Interface Manual REV. A Appendix A Page...
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Everyone who works with a solid-state control should be educated in its capabilities and limitations. This includes in-plant installers, operators, service personnel, and system designers. Modline 5 Model MSI Multi-Sensor Interface Manual REV. A Appendix A Page...
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Note: Incorrect voltage or frequency may cause a malfunction or damage to the control. 4.5 Testing Precautions When testing solid state control, the procedures and recommendations set forth by the manufacturer. When Modline 5 Model MSI Multi-Sensor Interface Manual REV. A Appendix A Page...
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(with filter replacement when necessary) should be made of these systems. 5. The means employed for grounding or insulating the equipment from ground should be checked to assure its integrity (see 4.5). Modline 5 Model MSI Multi-Sensor Interface Manual REV. A Appendix A Page...
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5.4 Safety Recommendations for Maintenance Personnel Qualified personnel familiar with the construction, operation and hazards involved, should do all maintenance work. The appropriate work practices of NFPA 70E should be followed. Modline 5 Model MSI Multi-Sensor Interface Manual REV. A Appendix A Page...
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