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MSA Permanent Instrument Warranty 1. Warranty- Seller warrants that this product will be free from mechanical defect or faulty workmanship for a period of eighteen (18) Months from date of shipment or one (1) year from installation, whichever occurs first, provided it is maintained and used in accordance with Seller's instructions and/ or recommendations.
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Locating the Controller in an area where a hazardous atmosphere is present can result in ignition of the hazardous atmosphere. 3. Use only genuine MSA replacement parts when performing any maintenance procedures provided in this manual. Failure to do so may seriously impair instrument performance.
Chapter 1, Overview Introducing the ModCon75 Touch Controller The ModCon75 Touch Controller: • is a pre-programmed logic controller with an integral operating panel • self-configuring to Ultima X Gas Monitors with X3 Technology • offers Modbus communications • event logging •...
• Two types of modules are compatible with ModCon75 Touch Controllers: DIN rail I/O Module plugs directly into the back of a ModCon75 Touch Controller for a self-contained PLC unit with a local I/O configuration (integral to ModCon75 Touch Controller). Remote Relay Modules can also be easily integrated to greatly extend the system’s external notification capacity.
I/Os • 16 Sink or Source, 24VDC inputs available-Not Supported, No Customer Connection. • 9 Zone Relays, Horn, and Fault relay, 24VDC outputs available. NOTE: Inputs are not used in the standard ModCon75 Touch Controller. Communications RJ45 • The controller has two Ethernet ports, which may be used to. establish communications with devices to run a remote display establish Modbus TCP communications PLC Application...
Chapter 2, Mounting Before Installation • Check the contents of the Controller Kit. • Kit contains: the HMI panel, Figure 6 the CPU module, Figure 8 the I/O module, Figure 15 a three-pin power supply connector four mounting brackets, each with an inserted screw a rubber seal to be seated in back of the HMI panel Figure 2.
Safety and Environmental Guideline • This is a general-purpose (GP) monitor and can be a source of ignition. Install, locate, and operate only in an area where hazardous atmosphere is not present and in accordance with all applicable codes. • Do not install in areas with.
Figure 3. ModCon75 Touch Controller Panel Cut-out—Front View On the screw’s shank, place the following hardware in this order: washer, ring terminal, second washer, spring, and nut as shown in Figure 4. Figure 4. Earth Assembly • Slide the HMI panel into the cutout, ensuring that the rubber seal is in place as shown in Figure 5.
Chapter 3, ModCon75 Touch HMI Panel The platform comprises the CPU controller, HMI panel and I/O module that snap together to form the ModCon75 Touch Controller. HMI Panel • High-resolution touch screen provides the operator interface for the system. • The DIN-rail structure on the panel’s back is designed to physically support the CPU controller and the I/O module.
Micro SD slot Supports standard micro SD cards. Audio-out jack Not Supported, No Customer Connection. Auxiliary connector Provides the electrical connection for the CPU. (AUX) Installation Space Considerations • Allocate space for: The HMI Panel including the CPU and I/O modules that will be installed on it. Opening the doors of the CPU and I/O modules.
HMI Panel Interface Connections Ethernet CAT-5e shielded cable with RJ45 connector Micro SD Standard micro SD • Disconnect system power before connecting or disconnecting any modules or devices. • Components in this system are electrostatic discharge sensitive (ESDS). Use proper personal grounding procedures when removing, handling or adjusting the electronic modules.
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Surface treatment Anti-glare Touch screen Resistive Analog Actuation force (min) >80 g (0.176 lb.) System Processor 32bit, 800Mhz RISC Processor, with Graphic Accelerator Internal memory RAM: 512MB ROM: 3GB system memory 1GB user memory External memory Micro SD or Micro SDHC card Size: up to 32GB Data speed: up to 200Mbps Audio...
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Operating temperature -20°C to 55°C (-4°F to 131°F) Storage temperature -30°C to 70°C (-22°F to 158°F) Relative Humidity (RH) 5% to 95% (non-condensing) Operating Altitude 2,000m (6,562 ft.) Shock IEC 60068-2-27, 15G, 11ms duration Vibration IEC 60068-2-6, 5Hz to 8.4Hz, 3.5mm constant amplitude, 8.4Hz to 150Hz, 1G acceleration ModCon®75 Touch...
Chapter 4, ModCon75 Touch CPU Module • The CPU cannot operate independently. It must be plugged into the back of an HMI panel. The HMI panel provides the CPU’s power source. Features: • IO/COM Bus connector for interfacing I/O modules •...
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The AUX connector on the back of the HMI panel provides the connection point for the CPU, including power. The DIN-rail type structure on the back of the panel provides the physical support. 1. Remove the AUX connector cover from the panel. 2.
Figure 12. Guide Tunnel Removing the CPU 1. Power off the HMI panel before removing the CPU. 2. Disconnect the RS485 connector. 3. Disconnect the I/O module connected to the CPU (by pushing the Bus Connector lock to the right). 4.
The CPU is shipped with a 4-pin RS485 terminal block. This connector is marked with a pin assignment that is identical to the corresponding marking on the CPU as shown in Figure Figure 13. RS485 Terminal Block RS485 Wiring Tx/Rx+ (Ultima X3 A) Tx/Rx- (Ultima X3 B) Signal Ground Functional Ground...
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Battery Installation • The CPU is shipped with the battery installed, but with a plastic battery pull-tab inserted in the battery compartment. Pull out the Battery pull-tab during installation in order to connect the battery. Battery Replacement • Components in this system are electrostatic discharge sensitive (ESDS). Use proper personal grounding procedures while servicing the battery.
Specifications Table 3. Specifications for ModCon75 Touch CPU General I/O Support Zone relay module includes 9 Zone Alarm, Horn and Fault relay Ladder Memory 0.13 μs Bit Operation Battery Model: CR2032 Lithium battery Battery Lifetime: 4 years typical at 25°C Battery Low detection and indication (via the HMI panel and via System Tag).
Chapter 5, ModCon75 Touch I/O Module • The ModCon75 Touch HMI panel is delivered with one I/O Module. An optional Remote Relay Module is also available and is described in detail in Appendix B. I/O Modules • I/O Modules provide a ModCon75 Touch Controller with an on-board I/O configuration.
Output I/Os Output I/O connection points I/O LEDs Green LEDs Status LED Tricolor LED, Green/Red/Orange Note Refer to page 29 for LED indications Module door Shipped covered with protective tape to prevent the door from being scratched. Remove tape during installation. Screw holes Enable panel-mounting;...
Bus Connector Unlocked Guide Tunnels Figure 16. Guide Tunnels Bus Connector Locked Figure 17. Bus Connector Removing the I/O Module • Disconnect the system power • Disconnect the I/O terminals (#7, 8 shown in Figure 15). • On the I/O module, pull the top DIN-rail clip up and the bottom clip down. •...
I/O Module Connection Points • The I/O connection points are arranged in two groups of eleven points each as shown in Figure 18. Input I/O – Not Alarm Relay Function Supported, Output Function No Customer Zone 1 Connection Zone 2 Zone 3 Zone 4 Isolated...
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Current 2A maximum per output 8A maximum per group (Resistive load) Voltage 250VAC / 30VDC maximum Minimum load 1mA, 5VDC Switching times 10ms maximum Short-circuit protection None Life expectancy 100k operations at maximum load Note: Life expectancy of the relay contacts depends on the application that they are used in.
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Environmental Protection IP20, NEMA1 Operating temperature -20°C to 55°C (-4°F to 131°F) Storage temperature -30°C to 70°C (-22°F to 158°F) Relative Humidity (RH) 5% to 95% (non-condensing) Operating Altitude 2,000 m (6,562 ft.) Shock IEC 60068-2-27, 15G, 11ms duration Vibration IEC 60068-2-6, 5Hz to 8.4Hz, 3.5 mm constant amplitude, 8.4Hz to 150Hz, 1G acceleration.
Chapter 6, Power Supply Requirement and Wiring • The ModCon75 Touch Controller and I/O module require an external 24VDC power supply. • The permissible input voltage range is 20.4 - 28.8 VDC, with less than 10% ripple. • A non-isolated power supply can be used, provided that a 0 V signal is connected to the chassis.
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Figure 19. HMI Power Supply Connection +V 24VDC Figure 20. I/O Power Supply Connection ModCon®75 Touch...
Chapter 7, ModCon75 Wiring General Wiring • Do not connect either the “Neutral” or “Line” signal of the 110/220VAC to device’s 0V point. • Do not touch live wires. • All wiring activities are to be performed while power is OFF. •...
Figure 21. ModCon75 Touch Wiring I/O Relay Wiring I/O Output’s Power Supply • The I/O relay outputs require an external 24VDC power supply. Connect the 24V and 0V terminals as shown in Figure 21 & 22. • To avoid risk of fire or property damage, always use a limited current source or connect a current limiting device in series with the relay contacts.
The outputs are arranged in two isolated groups: • O0-O7 share common CM2 • O8-O15 share common CM3 Figure 22. VDC Connection points Increasing contact life span To increase the life span of the relay contacts when driving inductive loads protect the module from potential damage by reverse EMF, connect: •...
Chapter 8, Operating Instructions Power up/Main Menu Screen • This screen appears when power is applied to the ModCon75 Touch Controller. Figure 25. Power-up/Main Menu Screen Touch Screen Buttons 8.1 Add Units: • Add, and view/edit Ultima X3 ID’s and sensor tags. 8.2 Add/Display Set points: •...
Figure 26. ModCon75 Touch Screen Hierarchy 8.1 Add Units Button: • Password protected; see Figure 27. • A password is required to be entered on the Main Menu Screen to be able to edit the settings within any of the touch screen buttons. The controller will automatically lock 5 minutes after the touchscreen was last touched.
Locked Figure 27. Password Locked Unlocked Figure 28. Password Unlocked Figure 29. Add Units Screen Use the screen shown in Figure 29 to: • Add new X3 transmitters/sensors to the network registry. Add new transmitters/sensors to the network registry by pressing and holding the Start Scan button until the scanning begins, and the button is greyed out.
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• Touch the white box the left of ‘Store Previous Tag Information’ to add check mark. Checking this box will store all previous tag information when attempting to make changes in case the user wishes to revert to a previous state. •...
View/Edit all X3 Transmitters or Sensors on the Network • Press X3 ID’s button. See Figure 31. Displays Slave ID (X3 transmitter ID), X3 tag, Fails, and Success found on the network. • To edit X3 Tag first verify that the password lock/unlock graphic is in the unlock position (review instructions on page 41to unlock password lock/unlock graphic).
8.2 Add/Display Setpoints Button: • Failure to follow the instructions in this section can result in the ModCon75 Touch Controller not properly indicating a sensor alarm/fault condition. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS WARNING CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE •...
when selected. Press Confirm Selection button to return to the screen in Figure 33. • Verify the Slave ID number changes to the Slave ID Number you selected. The current alarm settings for all sensors on the selected Slave ID are displayed. If less than three sensors are connected to a single Slave ID, the sensor alarm settings for sensors that are not connected will be greyed out.
• This Latching Function only changes the relay operation of the Ultima X3 transmitters. For latching an alarm on the ModCon75 Touch Controller, use a Zone relay and program it for latching, Zone Setpoints Editor on the Home screen. • A latched relay at the Ultima X3 unit may be cleared at the ModCon75 Touch Controller by pressing the Unlatch Remote X3 button on the Main Data Screen.
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Figure 36. Current Setpoint values Read from the Selected Ultima X3 Unit • If less than three sensors are connected to a single Slave ID (X3 transmitter) the sensor alarm settings for sensors that are not connected will be greyed out. In addition, the word DISABLED will be displayed to the right of each Sensor # that is not connected, see Figure 37.
• Press the desired Alarm Level to change. To modify any settings, verify the password lock/unlock graphic is unlocked (Review instructions on page 38 to unlock password lock/unlock graphic). NOTE: The decimal point must be entered when typing the Alarm Level; the Decimal is not fixed;...
Figure 40. Verification Screen • Press the Home button to return to the Main Menu Screen. No changes made will take effect and be saved unless the Write SP’s button was pressed before the Home button. 8.3 Main Data Screen Button: Figure 41.
displayed for each connected sensor. • Home Button – Takes user back to Main Menu Screen. Figure 42. All Clear Status Screen Modbus Alarms • ModCon75 Touch will switch to the Main Menu Screen whenever a Modbus communications failure is detected. A flashing error banner at the bottom of the screen will indicate which Slave ID(s) is/are affected, see Figure 43.
Figure 44. Modbus Alarm Indication on Main Data Screen Fault Status • ModCon75 Touch will switch to the Main Data Screen to display an active sensor fault and indicate which slave ID(s) and which sensor(s) is/are affected, see Figure 45. •...
• The ModCon75 will display the following sensor faults: + LOC Over-range Quick under-range Under-range Sensor missing Sensor End of Life Calibration fault Power Fail fault Configuration reset Span Calibration Fault Zero Calibration Fault Parameter Fault Incompatible Sensor Sensor Warning •...
Figure 48. Remote Relay Module Setting the Remote Relay ID number and the Relay state: • Set the Slave ID number by pressing the left or right arrows on the Remote relay module keypad to select the slave ID, press the enter key and enter the desired ID number (ID#30, 31, 32, 33 or 34), press the enter key to set the ID number...
Remote Relay Power Supply Wiring • The Remote relay module requires an external 24VDC power supply. • Disconnect power while wiring the Remote relay module. • Use separate wires to connect the functional earth line (pin 3) and the 0V line (pin 2) to the system earth ground.
• Increasing Contact Life Span as shown in Figure 50. To increase the life span of the relay output contacts and protect the device from potential damage by reverse EMF, connect: A clamping diode in parallel with each inductive DC load. ...
Figure 52. Zone Set points Editor Screen • If Latch is selected the zone relay contact will remain in the alarming state even after the alarm condition that it is associated with it has ceased. To change the zone relay contact back to the non-alarming state the use must press the Unlatch Local Zones button on the Main Data Screen, see Figure 41.
Figure 53. Network & Date/Time Settings 8.7 Active Alarms/Faults Button: • Press the Active Alarms/Faults button on the Main Menu screen. • To modify any settings, verify the password lock/unlock graphic is unlocked. Review instructions on page 38 to unlock password lock/unlock graphic. •...
• Use the up and down arrows to scroll through and select the desired screen to view. Press the OK button to change the current screen to the one selected. • In the Alarm/Fault History screen, the data table can be saved to a Micro SD card or cleared by press the appropriate button as shown in Figure 55 Figure 55.
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User can change this password to protect against unauthorized changes Press Here (5Sec) Figure 56. Password Editor Figure 57. Enter Password ModCon®75 Touch...
Chapter 9, Technical Specifications Table 5. ModCon75 Touch Specifications Input Voltage 24VDC Permissible Voltage Range 22 to 28.8VDC with less than 10% Ripple Maximum Current Consumption 0.75A @ 24 VDC LCD Type Backlight White LED Resolution 800 x 480 (WVGA) Back-Up Battery 4 years at 25°C (77°F) Dimensions...
Appendix A, Register Maps The following register maps are provided for read-only use. Critical Memory Bits Read Coil function 01 Supported Modbus Comm Failure Sensor 1 Calibration Active Sensor 2 Calibration Active Sensor 3 Calibration Active Zone 1 Alarm Zone 2 Alarm Zone 3 Alarm Zone 4 Alarm Zone 5 Alarm...
Ultima X3 #15 Fault status message Ultima X3 #16 Fault status message Ultima X3 #17 Fault status message Ultima X3 #18 Fault status message Ultima X3 #19 Fault status message Ultima X3 #20 Fault status message Ultima X3 #21 Fault status message Ultima X3 #22 Fault status message Ultima X3 #23 Fault status message Ultima X3 #24 Fault status message...
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Ultima X3 #24 Gas Value Sensor 1, Left of the Decimal Point Ultima X3 #25 Gas Value Sensor 1, Left of the Decimal Point Ultima X3 #26 Gas Value Sensor 1, Left of the Decimal Point Ultima X3 #2 Gas Value Sensor 1, Right of the Decimal Point Ultima X3 #3 Gas Value Sensor 1, Right of the Decimal Point Ultima X3 #4 Gas Value Sensor 1, Right of the Decimal Point Ultima X3 #5 Gas Value Sensor 1, Right of the Decimal Point...
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Ultima X3 #10 Gas Value Sensor 2, Left of the Decimal Point Ultima X3 #11 Gas Value Sensor 2, Left of the Decimal Point Ultima X3 #12 Gas Value Sensor 2, Left of the Decimal Point Ultima X3 #13 Gas Value Sensor 2, Left of the Decimal Point Ultima X3 #14 Gas Value Sensor 2, Left of the Decimal Point Ultima X3 #15 Gas Value Sensor 2, Left of the Decimal Point Ultima X3 #16 Gas Value Sensor 2, Left of the Decimal Point...
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Ultima X3 #21 Gas Value Sensor 2, Right of the Decimal Point Ultima X3 #22 Gas Value Sensor 2, Right of the Decimal Point Ultima X3 #23 Gas Value Sensor 2, Right of the Decimal Point Ultima X3 #24 Gas Value Sensor 2, Right of the Decimal Point Ultima X3 #25 Gas Value Sensor 2, Right of the Decimal Point Ultima X3 #26 Gas Value Sensor 2, Right of the Decimal Point Ultima X3 #2 Gas Value Sensor 3, Left of the Decimal Point...
Ultima X3 #7 Gas Value Sensor 3, Right of the Decimal Point Ultima X3 #8 Gas Value Sensor 3, Right of the Decimal Point Ultima X3 #9 Gas Value Sensor 3, Right of the Decimal Point Ultima X3 #10 Gas Value Sensor 3, Right of the Decimal Point Ultima X3 #11 Gas Value Sensor 3, Right of the Decimal Point Ultima X3 #12 Gas Value Sensor 3, Right of the Decimal Point Ultima X3 #13 Gas Value Sensor 3, Right of the Decimal Point...
Ultima X3 #15 Fault Status Ultima X3 #16 Fault Status Ultima X3 #17 Fault Status Ultima X3 #18 Fault Status Ultima X3 #19 Fault Status Ultima X3 #20 Fault Status Ultima X3 #21 Fault Status Ultima X3 #22 Fault Status Ultima X3 #23 Fault Status Ultima X3 #24 Fault Status Ultima X3 #25 Fault Status...
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Ultima X3 #23 Sensor 1 Current Alarm Status Ultima X3 #24 Sensor 1 Current Alarm Status Ultima X3 #25 Sensor 1 Current Alarm Status Ultima X3 #26 Sensor 1 Current Alarm Status Ultima X3 #2 Sensor 2 Current Alarm Status Ultima X3 #3 Sensor 2 Current Alarm Status Ultima X3 #4 Sensor 2 Current Alarm Status Ultima X3 #5 Sensor 2 Current Alarm Status...
Ultima X3 #9 Sensor 3 Current Alarm Status Ultima X3 #10 Sensor 3 Current Alarm Status Ultima X3 #11 Sensor 3 Current Alarm Status Ultima X3 #12 Sensor 3 Current Alarm Status Ultima X3 #13 Sensor 3 Current Alarm Status Ultima X3 #14 Sensor 3 Current Alarm Status Ultima X3 #15 Sensor 3 Current Alarm Status Ultima X3 #16 Sensor 3 Current Alarm Status...
Ultima X3 #17 Fault Status Message Ultima X3 #18 Fault Status Message Ultima X3 #19 Fault Status Message Ultima X3 #20 Fault Status Message Ultima X3 #21 Fault Status Message Ultima X3 #22 Fault Status Message Ultima X3 #23 Fault Status Message Ultima X3 #24 Fault Status Message Ultima X3 #25 Fault Status Message Ultima X3 #26 Fault Status Message...
Ultima X3 #25 Calibration Status Ultima X3 #26 Calibration Status Table 1 Name Function Description Bit 0 Fault Set if True Bit 1 Sensor 1 Missing Set if True Bit 2 Set if True Sensor 2 Missing Bit 3 Sensor 3 Missing Set if True Bit 4 Set if True...
Bit 7 Sensor 2 Quick Under Range Set if True Bit 8 Sensor 3 Quick Under Range Set if True Bit 9 Sensor 1 Under Range Set if True Bit 10 Sensor 2 Under Range Set if True Bit 11 Sensor 3 Under Range Set if True Bit 12...
Appendix B, Optional Remote Relay Modules • Optional Remote Relay units: Five remote relay units may be added to the Modbus network. Modbus ID numbers of the remote relay modules must be programmed for ID#30, 31, 32, 33 or 34. Relay O0 is the Local Horn relay.
Table B-1. Remote Relay Module Specifications Power Supply Input voltage 24VDC Permissible range 20.4VDC to 28.8VDC with less than 10% ripple Max. current consumption 93mA @ 24VDC Relay Outputs Number of outputs 6 relays (5 in use) Output type SPST-NO (form A) Isolation By relay Type of relay...
Nodes Up to 5 Battery Back-up Battery life 7 year typical 25°C (77°F), battery back-up for RTC and system data including variable data. Battery replacement Coin type 3V, lithium battery, CR2450 Clock Real Time Clock (RTC) Real time clock functions (date and time) Environment Operational temperature 0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F)
Table B-2. Remote Relay I/O Input Jumper Settings Digital Inputs npn (sink) pnp (source) Inputs, Digital or Analog Digital Analog Analog Inputs Voltage Current *Default Settings Figure B-3. Input Jumpers ModCon®75 Touch...
Table B-3. Communication Port TERM COMM 485* *Default Settings Figure B-4. Communication Port Jumpers Figure B-5. RS485 Pin Layout • **When a port is adapted to RS485, Pin 1 (DTR) is used for signal A, and Pin 6 (DSR) signal is used for signal B. ModCon®75 Touch...
Opening the Remote Relay Module • Disconnect system power before connecting or disconnecting any modules or devices. • Components in this module are electrostatic discharge sensitive (ESDS). Use proper personal grounding procedures when removing, handling or adjusting the electronic module. •...
Closing the Remote Relay Module 1. Gently replace the board. Make certain that the pins correctly into their matching receptacle. Do not force the board into place, see Figure B-7. Doing so may damage the remote relay module. 2. Replace the back cover of the remote relay module and fasten the corner screws. Figure B-7.
DIN-rail Mounting 1. Snap the remote relay module onto the DIN rail as shown in Figure B-10. 2. When properly mounted, the remote relay module is squarely situated on the DIN-rail as shown in Figure B-11. Figure B-10. Remote Relay DIN-Rail Mounting Figure B-11.
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