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THE ASTRO LINE SERIES GEMINI 5200 INSTRUCTION MANUAL Buy: www.ValinOnline.com | Phone 844-385-3099 | Email: CustomerService@valin.com...
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INTRODUCTION The Gemini 5200 is another unit in a multi-purpose series of industrial control products that are field-programmable to solve multiple applications. This series, known as the Astro-Line family 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.
40-41 VIII. APPENDIX “D” - DUAL RATE W/O DISP C FUNCTION COMMAND CODE SUMMARY 42-45 IX. APPENDIX “E” - GEMINI 5200 DUAL RATE W/DISP C FUNCTION COMMAND CODE SUMMARY 46-49 APPENDIX “F” - SCALING FOR RATE & DISPLAY C 50-52 XI.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION equipped with safeguards. To do so, can be potentially harmful to persons or The Gemini 5200 is a multi-function dual rate indicator which can fulfill equipment in the event of a fault to the unit. almost any rate indication application. The unit can operate as two independent...
The Presets and Scale Factor Values are commonly reprogrammed on a daily basis. As such, single keystroke access has been provided on the front panel. The Gemini 5200 has two Scale Factors, one for Rate Display A , and one for Rate Display B. Pressing the “3” key...
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PROGRAMMING THE PRESETS, SCALE FACTORS & TIMED OUTPUT VALUES [Cont’d] Note: A Timed Output Value of zero cannot be programmed into the Gemini 5200. If a value of 0 is entered into the display, and the “E” key is pressed, the unit will remain in data entry mode.
This allows you to program the unit once and Values, to be changed in daily operation. The Gemini 5200, through the use of the not have to re-program it until you wish to use it in another mode.
Appendix “A”. OVERFLOW INDICATION The Gemini 5200 features an overflow indicator (LED) which is located to the left of the sixth digit and above the polarity annunciator. This LED will turn on if the capacity of the display (6-digits) is exceeded or if the following conditions occur.
“+/-” key, and the “E” key is pushed to load the factory settings. The factory settings are listed on page 5 and 6. [41 1] DUAL RATE INDICATION - In this mode, the Gemini 5200 operates as CODE 43 - RATE B CONVERSION FACTOR two independent rate indicators.
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[44 6] 16 Secs. minimum/32 Secs. maximum (max. rate = 3250 cps) CODE 51 - OUTPUT ASSIGNMENT The outputs of the Gemini 5200 can be assigned to either the Rate A or Rate B CODE 45 - RATE B SCALE MULTIPLIER channel or one to each.
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[52 -5] that Output 1 is set for reverse phase operation. A reverse phase mode is available on the Gemini 5200. This refers to the [52 -6] complementing of the logic state of Output 1. With normal phase operation, when the display value reaches Preset 1, Output 1 will turn on.
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Note: A Timed Output Value of zero cannot be programmed into the Gemini 5200. CODE 54 - OUTPUT 2 TERMINATION MODES (Cont’d) If a value of 0 is entered into the display and the “E” key is pressed, the unit will [54 3] TERMINATE AT MANUAL RESET - Output 2 activates when the rate is not enter the 0, but will stay in the data entry mode.
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There are six basic modes of decimal point placement for the Rate A indicator [66 3] SCALE FACTOR PROGRAMMING AND RESET ENABLED - In this of the Gemini 5200. The decimal point is placed to the right of the display digit mode, manual reset and the programming of the Scale Factors are enabled.
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CODE 66 - “OPERATOR ACCESSIBLE FUNCTIONS” MODES (Cont’d) [66 -1] [66 -2] These Modes are the same as above with the [66 -3] exception that manual reset is disabled. [66 -4] PRESET VALUES Whenever the display value equals the Preset 1 or 2 Value, an output action will occur.
PROGRAMMING THE A/B, (A-B)/B, AND A-B DISPLAY C MODES CODE 41 - UNIT PERSONALITY This section will deal with the programming and operation of the Gemini 5200 in the modes which include Display C, [41 2,3,4]. Since all three display C modes The unit personality mode is the first function code that is programmed.
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[43 2] Rate Per Minute (x60) [43 3] Rate Per Hour (x3600) CODE 51 - OUTPUT ASSIGNMENT The outputs of the Gemini 5200 can be assigned to the Rate A, Rate B, or the CODE 45 - RATE B SCALE MULTIPLIER Display C channel.
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[52 -6] A reverse phase mode is available on the Gemini 5200. This refers to the complementing of the logic state of Output 1. With normal phase operation, CODE 53 - TIMED OUTPUT 1 VALUE when the display value reaches Preset 1, Output 1 will turn on.
[54 -5] that Output 2 is set for reverse phase operation. A reverse phase mode is available on the Gemini 5200. This refers to the [54 -6] complementing of the logic state of Output 2. With normal phase operation, when the display value reaches Preset 2, Output 2 will turn on.
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In the Display C indicators of the Gemini 5200. The decimal point is placed to the right of the modes [41 2,3,4], the rate channels are synchronized. The slower of the two display digit that corresponds to the mode identifier.
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CODE 66 - “OPERATOR ACCESSIBLE FUNCTIONS” MODES SCALE FACTORS A & B The Gemini 5200 has four basic levels of “Operator Accessible Functions”. The Scale Factor, for whichever Value (Rate A or B) is currently being Each of these levels can be modified to enable or disable manual reset. When the displayed, is accessed by pressing the “3”...
Two LMPC’s are used to sense the gear teeth. Each of the rolls have a circumference of 2 feet. The Gemini 5200 can fulfill all the requirements of the system. The Gemini 5200 can provide an indication of the speed relationship, and can also provide a Feet per Minute indication of the speed at which each of the rolls are running.
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STEP 14 - The “+/-” key is pushed, if necessary, so that Rate A is being indicated STEP BY STEP PROGRAMMING PROCEDURE on the Gemini 5200. The “3” key is then pushed to call up the Rate A Scale Factor. The value is changed to 2.7778.
GCM232 Serial Converter Module is available to convert the 20 mA Current Loop signals to RS232 and vice-versa. The format that the Gemini 5200 will accept is: 1 start bit, 7 data bits, 1 odd There are two loops that must be established. One for sending commands to parity bit, and 1 stop bit.
Reset command; operates on Output(s) assigned to used when constructing a command string. the channel being reset. 1. If the Gemini 5200, to which the command is to be sent, is assigned an address T (54H) Transmit Value command; operates on display values, other than zero, the first two characters of the command string must consist of Presets and Scale Factors.
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Print statement. The Gemini 5200 will not accept a carriage return or line (**) This is the time that it takes the Gemini 5200 to process the preset. It feed as valid characters. See “Terminal Emulation Program” section for a listing varies with the Count Rate and Scale Factor Value.
The various Print Options are used mainly in conjunction with a printer and the is shown below. Print Request Terminal. They provide a choice of Gemini 5200 data values to be printed when either the Print Request Terminal is activated or the “Transmit per Print Options”...
When wiring the 20 mA current loop, remove the 7-position terminal block PR.ID - PRINT ID. - When this switch is in the up position, the Gemini 5200 (TBD), located on the right side of the top board. Refer to the numbers listed with...
The drawing below shows the Current Loop set-up. Each Five Gemini 5200s with 20 mA Current Loop Option, are used Gemini 5200 is given an address and the Serial DIP switches to monitor the speed and draw of various rollers in a printing are set accordingly.
Geminis and other peripherals must be observed. If a multimeter or ammeter is properly, the Gemini 5200 will change its Scale Factor B value to 0.1111. To available, insert it in series in each Serial loop and check for current flow with perform the loop-back test, follow the test sequence as described below.
APPENDIX “A” - INSTALLATION & INPUT CONFIGURATION SWITCH SET-UP Installation Environment Before installing the Gemini 5200 into the panel, the user should first become familiar with the unit. It may also be desirable to program the unit for the The GEM5200 should be installed in a location that does not exceed the application at hand (Refer to the “Programming and Applications”...
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SELECT AC POWER (115/230 VAC) SHIELD TERMINATION The AC power to the unit must be selected for either 115 VAC or 230 VAC. EMC compliance installation testing had the drain wire for the shielded cable The selector switch is located through an access slot on the side of the case (See terminated as shown.
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ADDITIONAL EMC INSTALLATION GUIDELINES Control cables as close to the unit as possible. Loop the cable through the core several times or use multiple cores on each cable for additional protection. Although this unit is designed with a high degree of immunity to Install line filters on the power input cable to the unit to suppress power line ElectroMagnetic Interference (EMI), proper installation and wiring methods interference.
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INPUTS A & B AND MAGNETIC PICKUP INPUTS A & B For best results, the A.C. primary power should be relatively “clean” and within The Gemini 5200 has two input channels. Input Channel A is associated with the specified +/-10% variation limits. Drawing power from heavily loaded circuits Rate Display A and Channel B is associated with the Rate Display B.
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CONNECTIONS & CONFIGURATION SWITCH SET-UPS FOR VARIOUS SENSOR OUTPUTS (See Note 5) Buy: www.ValinOnline.com | Phone 844-385-3099 | Email: CustomerService@valin.com...
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The +12 V sensor supply voltage on the “DC OUT” terminal is nominal with corner, on the back of the Gemini 5200. Pull the tab down while sliding the board +/-25% variation due to line and internal load variations. All RLC sensors into the two slots in the housing.
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SENSOR INPUT CONNECTIONS & INPUT CONFIGURATION SWITCH SET-UP The accompanying diagram shows the details of the logic and magnetic pickup circuitry. The four switches used to set up Logic Input A and Magnetic Pickup A are designated S1, S2, S3, and S4. The four switches used to set up Logic Input B and Magnetic Pickup B are designated S5, S6, S7, and S8.
APPENDIX “B” - SPECIFICATIONS & DIMENSIONS Note: Bias levels given are ±10% @ 12 VDC. They vary proportionally with 1. DISPLAY: 6-digit 0.56" (14.2 mm) High LED display. sensor supply voltage at “DC OUT” terminal. 2. POWER REQUIREMENTS: AC Power: Switch selectable 115/230 VAC (±10%), 50/60 Hz, 20 VA 6.
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11. SERIAL COMMUNICATIONS: ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY: Type - Bi-directional 20 mA current loop, 20 mA source provided. (Powers up Immunity to EN 50082-2 to 7 units in a loop with internal current source.) Electrostatic discharge EN 61000-4-2 Level 2; 4 Kv contact Baud Rate - Programmable 300 to 2400.
APPENDIX “C” - TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE The majority of difficulties arising with the Gemini 5200 are related to incorrect hook-up and programming set-up. Always check all connections, function codes, Scale Factor, and presets as a first step in troubleshooting. Before applying power, double check all wiring. Improper AC voltage or AC connections may result in permanent damage to the unit.
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APPENDIX “C” - TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDIES INCORRECT RATE READING 1. Input type incorrectly selected. 1. Check rear panel DIP switches. Turn on LO. FRQ. switch for count speed of less than 100 cps. 2. Inputs incorrectly connected or loose connections. 2.
APPENDIX “D” - GEMINI 5200 DUAL RATE W/O DISP C FUNCTION COMMAND CODE SUMMARY CODE MODE DESCRIPTION COMMENTS UNIT PERSONALITY (-)Loads factory set code values* +/-1 Dual Rate W/O Display C Rate AÞDisplay A, Rate BÞDisplay B +/-2 Dual Rate W/ Ratio (A/B) See Appendix “E”...
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APPENDIX “D” - GEMINI 5200 DUAL RATE W/O DISP C FUNCTION COMMAND CODE SUMMARY CODE MODE DESCRIPTION COMMENTS RATE B DECIMAL POINT & LEAD ZERO BLANKING (Cont’d) +/-1 No Decimal Point +/-2 Decimal Point Right of Digit 2 +/-3 Decimal Point Right of Digit 3...
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APPENDIX “D” - GEMINI 5200 DUAL RATE W/O DISP C FUNCTION COMMAND CODE SUMMARY CODE MODE DESCRIPTION COMMENTS RATE B RIGHT-HAND DUMMY ZEROS 1 Dummy Zero 2 Dummy Zeros 3 Dummy Zeros No Dummy Zeros RATE A RIGHT-HAND DUMMY ZEROS...
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APPENDIX “D” - GEMINI 5200 DUAL RATE W/O DISP C FUNCTION COMMAND CODE SUMMARY CODE MODE DESCRIPTION COMMENTS RATE A DECIMAL POINT & LEAD ZERO BLANKING (+) Leading Zero Blanking Enabled (-) Leading Zero Blanking Disabled* +/-1 No Decimal Point...
APPENDIX “E” - GEMINI 5200 DUAL RATE W/ DISP C FUNCTION COMMAND CODE SUMMARY CODE MODE DESCRIPTION COMMENTS UNIT PERSONALITY (-)Loads factory set code values* +/-1 Dual Rate W/O Display C See Appendix "D" for function command code summary. +/-2 Dual Rate W/ Ratio (A/B) Rate A &...
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APPENDIX “E” - GEMINI 5200 DUAL RATE W/ DISP C FUNCTION COMMAND CODE SUMMARY CODE MODE DESCRIPTION COMMENTS DISPLAY C DECIMAL POINT & LEAD ZERO BLNKNG (Cont’d) +/-2 Decimal Point Right of Digit 2 +/-3 Decimal Point Right of Digit 3...
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APPENDIX “E” - GEMINI 5200 DUAL RATE W/ DISP C FUNCTION COMMAND CODE SUMMARY CODE MODE DESCRIPTION COMMENTS TIMED OUTPUT 2 VALUE Range 0.01 to 599.99 sec. DISPLAY C MULTIPLIER Not available in mode [41 3], Speed Difference x100 x1000...
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APPENDIX “E” - GEMINI 5200 DUAL RATE W/ DISP C FUNCTION COMMAND CODE SUMMARY CODE MODE DESCRIPTION COMMENTS RATE A & B DECIMAL POINT & LEAD ZERO BLNKNG (+) Leading Zero Blanking Enabled (-) Leading Zero Blanking Disabled* +/-1 No Decimal Point...
APPENDIX “F” - SCALING FOR RATE & DISPLAY C The Gemini 5200 offers a simplified method of scaling the rate indicator. The Using the example previously discussed, the display unit would be 1 method does not require time unit conversions. The desired time format (Rate Per revolution and the number of pulses per display unit would be 48.
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NUMBER OF PULSES = 400 Rev x 14 Pulses per Rev = 5600 pulses. Gemini 5200 was set-up in mode [41 2], Dual Rate with Speed Ratio, and the rate indicators were programmed to indicate rate with no decimal point. With actual rates of 1.5 PPS for Rate A, and 1 PPS for Rate B the rate displays would both...
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RATE SCALING EXAMPLES (Cont’d) We now have all the information necessary to scale the rate. The Total Scaling Factor “K ”, is calculated using Formula #1 as shown below. = Display Units/Number of Pulses = 810/5600 = 0.144643 It is noticed that there are more significant digits in the Total Scale Factor, ”, than there are available for Scale Factor, “SF”.
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