IAI ACON First Step Manual

Simple Absolute Unit
ACON/PCON/PSEL-ABU
First Step Guide
Third Edition
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Make sure to read the Safety Guide and detailed Instruction Manual (CD/DVD) included with the product in
addition to this First Step Guide to ensure correct use.
This Instruction Manual is original.
Warning : Operation of this equipment requires detailed installation and operation instructions
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Product Check

This product is comprised of the following parts if it is of standard configuration.
If you find any fault in the contained model or any missing parts, contact us or our distributor.

1. Parts

No. Part Name Model
Refer to "How to read the model
1 Controller Main Body
plate", "How to read the model"
Accessories
2 Backup Battery AB-7
3 ACON Connection Cable CB-AC-PJ002
4 PCON/PSEL Connection Cable CB-PC-PJ002
5 First Step Guide
6 Instruction Manual (CD/DVD)
7 Safety Guide
2. Instruction Manuals related to this product, which are contained in the Instruction Manual
(CD/DVD).
No. Name
1 Simple Absolute Unit Instruction Manual
2 ACON-C/CG Controller Instruction Manual
3 PCON-C/CG/CF Controller Positioner Type Instruction Manual
4 ACON-CY Controller Instruction Manual
5 PCON-CY Controller Instruction Manual
6 ACON-SE Controller Instruction Manual
7 PCON-SE Controller Instruction Manual
8 PSEL Controller Instruction Manual
9 PC Software RCM-101-MW/ RCM-101-USB Instruction Manual
10 Touch Panel Teaching CON-PT/PD/PG Instruction Manual
11 Teaching Pendant CON-T/TG Instruction Manual
12 Simple Teaching Pendant RCM-E Instruction Manual
13 Data Setter RCM-P Instruction Manual
14 Touch Panel Display RCM-PM-01 Instruction Manual

3. How to read the model plate

Model
ACON-ABU
Serial number

4. How to read the model

A C O N - A B U
<Controller Model Code> <Series Name>
Main body + Battery + Cable Set Model Code
ACON : For ACON controller
PCON : For PCON/PSEL controller
Using Simple Absolute R Unit enables to make the applicable control axes to the absolute system.
Item
Power Supply
Current Consumption
Heat Generation
Number of Controllable Axes
Name
Model
Supplier
Backup Battery Rated
(Absolute
Nominal
Battery)
Product Life
Charging
Time
Surrounding air temperature 0 to 40°C
Surrounding humidity
Surrounding environment
Surrounding storage
temperature
Surrounding storage
humidity
Vibration durability
Protection class
Cooling Method
Insulation Resistance
External Dimensions
Reference
Weight
Note : Please have the battery charged for more than 72 hours before using for the first time or after replacing with a
new one. (Keep the ABU power ON. Operating the actuator during the battery charge would not cause any
problem.)
1 pc
Also charge the battery when the ABU power is OFF for more than the battery retention time.
For ACON controller
[Refer to Absolute Battery Retention Time Condition Setting section for the details of the battery retention time.]
For PCON/PSEL controller
Manual No.
ME0179
ME0176
ME0170
ME0167
ME0156
ME0171
ME0163
ME0172
ME0155
ME0227
ME0178
ME0174
ME0175
ME0182
This product is capable for use in the environment of pollution degree 2
*1 Pollution Degree 2 : Environment that may cause non-conductive pollution or transient conductive pollution by
frost. (IEC60664-1)

1. Installation Environment

Do not use this product in the following environment.
• Location where the surrounding air temperature exceeds the range of 0 to 40°C
• Location where condensation occurs due to abrupt temperature changes
• Location where relative humidity exceeds 85%RH
• Location exposed to corrosive gases or combustible gases
• Location exposed to significant amount of dust, salt or iron powder
• Location subject to direct vibration or impact
• Location exposed to direct sunlight
• Location where the product may come in contact with water, oil or chemical droplets
• Environment that blocks the air vent [Refer to Installation and Noise Elimination Section]
When using the product in any of the locations specified below, provide a sufficient shield.
• Location subject to electrostatic noise
• Location where high electrical or magnetic field is present
• Location with the mains or power lines passing nearby
Basic Specifications
Specifications
24V DC±10%
300mA or less (It gets the highest when charging battery)
7.2W
1-axis
Ni-MH battery
AB-7
FDK Corporation
3.6V 3300mAh
3.6V 3700mAh
About 3 years (reference) It varies significantly by the effects of the usage
condition (especially temperature).
About 72 hours
95%RH or less (non-condensing)
[Refer to Installation Environment section]
-25 to 70°C
95%RH or less (non-condensing)
XYZ Each direction 10 to 57Hz Pulsating amplitude 0.035mm (continuous)
0.075mm (intermittent)
57 to 150Hz 4.9m/s 2 (continuous) 9.8m/s 2 (intermittent)
IP20
Natural Air Cooling
Between power supply terminal and FG 500V DC 10MΩ or more
34W × 105H × 73.3D [mm]
Approx. 312g (including backup battery)
External Dimensions
15 75.3
34
Installation Environment
*1 or equivalent.

2. Storage and Preservation Environment

The storage and preservation environment should comply with the same standards as those for the installation
environment. In particular, when the machine is to be stored for a long time, pay close attention to environmental
conditions so that no condensation forms. Unless specially specified, moisture absorbency protection is not
included in the package when the machine is delivered. In the case that the machine is to be stored and
preserved in an environment where condensation is anticipated, take the condensation preventive measures
from outside of the entire package, or directly after opening the package.

3. Installation

Design and Build the system considering the size of the controller box, location of the controller and cooling
factors to keep the ambient temperature around the controller below 40°C.
Names of the Parts and Installation
1. Names of the Parts
Enclosed connector for
backup battery connection
Backup Battery
(Ni-MH Battery)
+
Power Supply Terminal
−
(24V DC)
2. Installation
Min.55 Min.40
Min.80
It is necessary to have a room
Min.50
to open/close the front cover.
Ensure enough
space for wiring.
Status Indicator LEDs
Setting Switch (DIP switch)
Backup Battery Connector
Connector to connect
with host controller