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Digi-Sense TC9600 Advanced User Manual

Multiparameter temperature controller with thermocouple, thermistor, and rtd inputs
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Digi-Sense
TC9600 Advanced
Multiparameter Temperature Controller
with Thermocouple, Thermistor, and RTD Inputs
Models 89800-13 and 89800-14
THE STANDARD IN PRECISION MEASUREMENT
1.800.561.8187
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  • Page 1 User Manual ® Digi-Sense TC9600 Advanced Multiparameter Temperature Controller with Thermocouple, Thermistor, and RTD Inputs Models 89800-13 and 89800-14 THE STANDARD IN PRECISION MEASUREMENT 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction ......................3 Unpacking ......................3 Controller Description—Front Panel ..............4 Controller Description—Back Panel ..............5 Controller Description—Active Display Screen ............. 6 Setup and Operation ................... 7 Initial Setup ....................7 Basic Operation Setup................. 7 Auto Tune Setup ..................7 PID Control Mode Setup (Default Mode) ............

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction The Digi-Sense TC9600 Advanced Multiparameter Temperature Controller (Models 89800-13 and 89800-14) is designed to regulate a user-defined set point temperature. The Ramp and Soak fea- ture allow up to a 40-step profile using; time, hold, soak and end. Which allows you to create the ideal profile for your process.

  • Page 4: Controller Description-Front Panel

    Controller Description - Front Panel 1. RUN/STOP Button Pressing RUN/STOP once will start the control process if the Temperature Controller is stopped, or stop the control process if the Temperature Controller is running. If the Temperature Controller is running, “Heat” and “Cool” on-screen indicators will illuminate appropriately in the “Alarm/Action Display”.

  • Page 5: Controller Description-Back Panel

    5. External alarm output 6. USB port 7. Thermistor input: accepts type 400 and 700 with Digi-Sense phone plug connector 8. Thermocouple input: accepts type J, K, N, R, S, T, B, and E with mini-connector 9. RTD input: accepts type Alpha 0.003850, Alpha 0.003850 manufactured with MgO and Alpha 0.003916 with ANSI 3 blade connector.

  • Page 6: Controller Description-Active Display Screen

    Controller Description — Active Display Screen 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...

  • Page 7: Setup And Operation

    Setup and Operation Initial Setup Install controller in a safe operating area.  Plug the heating or cooling device (sold separately) into the output connector, located on the  back of the controller. Connect input sensor into the proper connection input on the back of the controller. ...
  • Page 8 PID Control Mode Setup: (FACTORY DEFAULT MODE) Screen # 1 - Selecting Sensor Type Press the MENU key one time to select sensor input type.  Use UP/DOWN arrow keys to change sensor type.  Press MENU key when complete. ...

  • Page 9: Pid Control Mode Setup (Default Mode)

    PID Control Mode Setup: Screen # 4 - Selecting Alarm Setting Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to change between  Auto Reset, Manual Reset and Off. Press MENU key to advance to next screen.  - If Auto or Manual is selected, the controller will advance to screen # 5. - If selection is OFF, the controller will advance to screen # 9.
  • Page 10 PID Control Mode Setup: Screen # 6 - Setting Alarm Mode Variables This screen reflects the variable settings for the selected alarm mode from screen # 5.  -Set Point—Process High - Press the UP/DOWN arrow keys to adjust the temperature value.
  • Page 11 PID Control Mode Setup: -Set Point—Deviation High/Low - Press the UP/DOWN arrow keys to adjust the temperature value. - Press the SELECT key to toggle between the High and Low. There will be a line below the active field. - When complete, press MENU key to advance to screen # 7. -Set Point—Deviation Band - Press the UP/DOWN arrow keys to adjust the temperature value.
  • Page 12 PID Control Mode Setup Screen # 9 - Advanced Menu Gateway Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to change selection to ENTER.  When complete, press MENU key to advance to screen # 10.  The following screens are in the advance portion of the ...
  • Page 13 PID Control Mode Setup Screen # 12 - Over Temperature Stop Use UP/DOWN arrow keys to change the value.  When sensor temperature goes above this value, the output  device will be turned off. When complete, press MENU key to advance to screen # 13. ...
  • Page 14 PID Control Mode Setup Screen # 16 - Auto Tune Default value is ENABLED. Use UP/DOWN arrow keys  to toggle between ENABLED and DISABLED. Select ENABLED to use the Tune key on the front panel to activate the Auto Tune function. ...
  • Page 15 PID Control Mode Setup Screen # 19 - Derivative Rate Gain Setup Use UP/DOWN arrow keys to change the value.  WARNING: Do not change these values unless you have  experience in manual setup of PID (Proportional, Integral, and Derivative) of this controller. These values are derived from running the auto tune function.

  • Page 16: On/Off Control Mode Setup

    ON/OFF Control Mode Setup: Screen # 1 - Selecting Sensor Type Press the MENU key one time to select sensor input type.  Use UP/DOWN arrow keys to change sensor type.  When complete, press MENU key to advance to next screen. ...
  • Page 17 ON/OFF Control Mode Setup: Screen # 4 - Selecting Alarm Setting Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to change between  Auto Reset, Manual Reset ,and Off. Press MENU key to advance to next screen:  - If Auto or Manual is selected, the controller will advance to screen # 5. - If selection is OFF, the controller will advance to screen # 9.
  • Page 18 ON/OFF Control Mode Setup: Screen # 6 - Setting Alarm Mode Variables This screen reflects the variable settings for the selected alarm mode from screen # 5.  -Set Point—Process High - Use UP/DOWN arrow keys to adjust the temperature value. - When complete, press MENU key to advance to screen # 7.
  • Page 19 ON/OFF Control Mode Setup: -Set Point—Deviation High/Low - Use UP/DOWN arrow keys to adjust the temperature value. - Press the SELECT key to toggle between High and Low. There will be a line below the active field. - When complete, press MENU key to advance to screen # 7. - Set Point—Deviation Band Use UP/DOWN arrow keys to adjust the temperature value.
  • Page 20 ON/OFF Control Mode Setup: Screen # 10 - Calibration Gateway Screen will default to SKIP Calibration Setup.  WARNING: Do not enter the calibration gateway unless you  have the proper calibration equipment to calibrate the sensor inputs associated with this controller. Changing calibration settings in the control can cause errors in sensor temperature readings and operation of the control.
  • Page 21 ON/OFF Control Mode Setup: Screen # 14 - Control Action Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to change the value from  Heat to Cool. Set for the particular process that is being performed.  When complete, press MENU key to advance to screen # 15. ...
  • Page 22 ON/OFF Control Mode Setup: Screen # 18 - Run Time Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to change the value.  Use the SELECT key to toggle between HR and MIN fields.  Run Time is a safety feature while the control is in the On/Off ...

  • Page 23: Ramp & Soak / Ramp Rate Control Mode Setup

    Ramp & Soak Mode Setup: Screen # 1 - Selecting Sensor Type Press the MENU key one time to select sensor input type.  Use UP/DOWN arrow keys to change sensor type.  Press MENU key when complete.  Screen # 2 - Selecting Sensor Type If thermocouple is selected on screen # 1: ...
  • Page 24 Ramp & Soak Mode Setup: Screen # 4 - Selecting Alarm Setting Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to change between  Auto Reset and Manual Reset. Press MENU key to advance to next screen:  - If Auto Reset or Manual Reset was selected, continue to screen # 5. - If selection is OFF, skip to screen # 9.
  • Page 25 Ramp & Soak Mode Setup: Screen # 6 - Setting Alarm Mode Variables This screen reflects the variable settings for the selected alarm mode from screen # 5.  -Set Point—Process High - Use UP/DOWN arrow keys to adjust the temperature value. - When complete, press MENU key to advance to screen # 7.
  • Page 26 Ramp & Soak Mode Setup: - Set Point—Deviation Band - Use UP/DOWN arrow keys to adjust the temperature value. When complete, press the key to advance to screen # 7.  Screen # 7 - Setting Hysteresis Alarm Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to adjust value. ...
  • Page 27 Ramp & Soak Mode Setup: Screen # 10 - Calibration Gateway Screen will default to SKIP Calibration Setup.  WARNING: Do not enter the calibration gateway unless you  have the proper calibration equipment to calibrate the sensor inputs associated with this controller. Changing calibration settings in the control can cause errors in sensor temperature readings and operation of the control.
  • Page 28 Ramp & Soak Mode Setup: Screen # 14 - Control Action Use the UP/DOWN arrow keys to change the value from  Heat to Cool. Set for the particular process that is being performed.  When complete, press MENU key to advance to screen # 15. ...
  • Page 29 Ramp & Soak Mode Setup: Screen # 18 - Segment Definition Setup Use UP/DOWN arrow keys to change the value.  Use the SELECT key to change between user-defined  sections: - SEG (Segment): There are 1 to 16 programmable segments per profile. - Temp (Temperature): Controller is expected to meet this temperature within a user - defined time.

  • Page 30: Data Acquisition Software

    5. Press the Next button or make any changes needed for your installation. 6. Press the Next button to confirm the installation of the software. 7. Installation is complete. Press the Finish button to close Installation window. 8. Software will be located in Digi-Sense folder 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...
  • Page 31 Data Acquisition Software COM Port Setup 1. Connect USB cable between the Digi-Sense TC9600 controller and your computer. 2. Turn the controller ON. 3. Start the Data Acquisition software. 4. Click the COM Port Settings button in the software and select the appropriate COM port.
  • Page 32 Data Acquisition Software Setup Main operation screen: Sensor Temperature Control Temperature Set Point Status of USB connection to control Press button to change COM Port Use these buttons to Connect or Disconnect USB communications to the computer Enter filename and location for data log file Rate the data is saved.
  • Page 33 The user can also manually type in the temperature by placing the mouse pointer in  Set Temp box. Then type in set point value and press the Set button. This will update the temperature on the Digi-Sense controller.  Data Logging Setup Enter file name into Current logging file.

  • Page 34: Safety

    Safety Precautions DANGER: DO NOT REMOVE COVER! HIGH VOLTAGE IS PRESENT IN THE CONTROL. Contact vendor for service. DANGER: If high voltage is present on external temperature sensor from outside source, high voltage will be present at the control. DANGER: Fire protection and control damage: Replace all fuses with the correct fuse replacement.

  • Page 35: Specifications For Controller Models

    Specifications for TC9600 Controller — Model 89800-13 Power input: 120 VAC ±10%, 50/60 Hz ±3%, 15 amp, 1800 watts max load Operating environment: 32 to 77ºF (0 to 25ºC); 90% RH, noncondensing Maximum altitude: 2187 yd (2000 m) Pollution degree: 2 (normally only nonconductivity pollution occurs) Installation category II: local level (connect to branch circuit and not directly to a main cir- cuit, such as a fuse panel)
  • Page 36 Specifications for TC9600 Controller — Model 89800-14 Power input: 230 VAC ±10%, 50/60 Hz ±3%, 10 amp, 2300 watts max load Operating environment: 32 to 77ºF (0 to 25ºC); 90% RH, noncondensing Maximum altitude: 2187 yd (2000 m) Pollution degree: 2 (normally only nonconductivity pollution occurs) Installation category II: local level (connect to branch circuit and not directly to a main cir- cuit, such as a fuse panel)

  • Page 37: Specifications For Sensor Inputs

    Specifications for Sensor Input Thermocouple (grounded or nongrounded), RTD (Type Alpha 0.003850 and Alpha 0.003916),  and Thermistor (Type 400 and 700) Automatic cold junction compensation and break protection for sensor  Ranges Thermocouples Type J -310 to 1832°F (-190 to 1000°C) Type K -328 to 2502°F (-200 to 1372°C) Type N...

  • Page 38: Screen Flow Charts

    Screen Flow Charts 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...

  • Page 39: Advanced Menu Setup Flow Chart

    Screen Flow Charts 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...

  • Page 40: Rtd Wiring Instructions

    Correct Wiring of ANSI (3-Blade) RTD Probe If the controller shows an “open” sensor alarm when using an RTD sensor with  an ANSI Style 3-blade connector: - Please verify that the probe is wired correctly to industry standards. - Open the connector of the probe and confirm the wiring is per the picture below. - If the wirings does not match, please rewire as shown.

  • Page 41: Alternative Power Cords-For Various Countries

    Alternative Power Cords — for Various Countries A detachable cord/plug set is automatically included with both models of the temperature controller: - Model 89800-13 includes a US 120 VAC plug - Model 89800-14 includes a US 220 VAC plug Below is a ordering table for the available cord/plug sets. Cord/plug sets feature a country-specific male plug on one end and an IEC 320 female plug on the other end.

  • Page 42: Output Cord Adapters-For Various Countries

    Output Cord Adapters — for Various Countries A detachable cord set is not included with the temperature controller: - Model 89800-13 includes a US 120 VAC female plug - Model 89800-14 includes a IEC 60320 C19, 230 VAC female plug Below is a ordering table for the available cord sets.

  • Page 43: Approvals

    CE Approval UL Approval—File E207546, Vol. 1.800.561.8187 information@itm.com www. .com...

  • Page 44: Maintenance

    Maintenance Simple preventive maintenance steps include keeping the controller clean. Protect it  from overload, excessive dirt, oil and corrosion. Cleaning: If cleaning is necessary, use only a damp cloth with water only. Wipe only  the exterior of the control chassis. CATALOG NUMBERS 89800-13 and 89800-14 SERIAL NUMBER _______________________ DATE OF PURCHASE ___________________...

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