red lion G308 Quick Start Manual

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MODEL G308C1/A2 - 8" COLOR TOUCHSCREEN
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C US LISTED
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3RSD
PROCESS CONTROL EQUIPMENT
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FOR USE IN HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS:
C C US LISTED US LISTED
Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, and D
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43NH
PROCESS CONTROL EQUIPMENT

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The G308 Operator Interface Terminal combines unique capabilities normally
expected from high-end units with a very affordable price. It is built around a
high performance core with integrated functionality. This core allows the G308
to perform many of the normal features of the Paradigm range of Operator
Interfaces while improving and adding new features.
The G308 is able to communicate with many different types of hardware using
high-speed RS232/422/485 communications ports and Ethernet 10 Base T/100
Base-TX communications. In addition, the G308 features USB for fast downloads
of configuration files and access to trending and data logging. A CompactFlash
socket is provided so that Flash cards can be used to collect your trending and data
logging information as well as to store larger configuration files.
In addition to accessing and controlling of external resources, the G308
allows a user to easily view and enter information. Users can enter data through
the touchscreen or front panel 7-button keypad.

SAFETY SUMMARY

All safety related regulations, local codes and instructions that appear in the
manual or on equipment must be observed to ensure personal safety and to
prevent damage to either the instrument or equipment connected to it. If
equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection
provided by the equipment may be impaired.
Do not use the controller to directly command motors, valves, or other
actuators not equipped with safeguards. To do so can be potentially harmful to
persons or equipment in the event of a fault to the controller.
The protective conductor terminal is bonded to conductive
parts of the equipment for safety purposes and must be
connected to an external protective earthing system.
WARNING - EXPLOSION HAZARD - SUBSTITUTION OF
COMPONENTS MAY IMPAIR SUITABILITY FOR CLASS I,
DIVISION 2
CAUTION: Risk Of Danger.
Read complete instructions prior to
installation and operation of the unit.
CompactFlash is a registered trademark of CompactFlash Association.
CAUTION: Risk of electric shock.
CONFIGURED USING CRIMSON

LATER)
UP TO 5 RS-232/422/485 COMMUNICATIONS PORTS

(2 RS-232 AND 1 RS-422/485 ON BOARD, 1 RS-232 AND 1
RS-422/485 ON OPTIONAL COMMUNICATIONS CARD)
10 BASE T/100 BASE-TX ETHERNET PORT TO NETWORK UNITS

AND HOST WEB PAGES (2
G308A2 ONLY)
USB PORT TO DOWNLOAD THE UNIT'S CONFIGURATION FROM

A PC OR FOR DATA TRANSFERS TO A PC
UNIT'S CONFIGURATION IS STORED IN NON-VOLATILE

MEMORY (32MBYTE FLASH)
®
COMPACTFLASH SOCKET TO INCREASE MEMORY CAPACITY

7.5" OR 8.4-INCH TFT 32K VGA 640X480 PIXEL LCD

7-BUTTON KEYPAD FOR ON-SCREEN MENUS

THREE FRONT PANEL LEDS

POWER UNIT FROM 24VDC ±20% SUPPLY

RESISTIVE ANALOG TOUCHSCREEN


CONTENTS OF PACKAGE

- G308 Operator Interface.
- Panel Gasket.
- This hardware bulletin.
- Template for panel cutout.
- Hardware packet for mounting unit into panel.
- Terminal block for connecting power.

ORDERING INFORMATION

MODEL NO.
7.5" TFT Display Operator Interface (indoor),
No USB Host, non-isolated comms
8.4" TFT Display Operator Interface (indoor),
G308
USB Host, Isolated Comms
8.4" TFT Display Operator Interface (indoor),
Dual Ethernet, USB Host, Isolated Comms
G3CF CompactFlash Card
G3RS RS 232/485 Optional Communication Card
G3CN CANopen Optional Communication Card
G3DN DeviceNet Optional Communication Card
G3PBDP Profibus DP Optional Communication Card
GSGSM GSM/GPRS Modem Option Card
2
SFCRM Crimson
RS-232 Programming Cable
CBL USB Cable
Communications Cables
DR DIN Rail Mountable Adapter Products
Replacement Battery
G308A Backlight Replacement
G3FILM Protective Films
1
Contact your Red Lion distributor or visit our website for complete selection.
2
Use this part number to purchase Crimson on CD with a printed manual, USB
cable, and RS-232 cable. Otherwise, download for free from www.redlion.net.
3
Antenna (G3QANT00) is NOT included with the card. Must be purchased
separately if needed.
4
Red Lion offers RJ modular jack adapters. Refer to the DR literature for complete
details.
5
Battery type is lithium coin type CR2025
6
Industrial grade two million write cycles. SMART Modular Technologies model
SG9CF (UL Listed Directory Category NWGQ).
1
Bulletin No. G308C-C
Drawing No. LP0808
Released 05/10
®
SOFTWARE (VERSION 2.0 OR
ND
ETHERNET PORT OPTIONAL-
DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER
6
3
G3GSM000
CBLPROG0
1
4
5
G308C100
G308A210
G308A230
G3CFxxxx
G3RS0000
G3CN0000
G3DN0000
G3PBDP00
SFCRM
CBLUSB00
CBLxxxxx
DRxxxxxx
BNL20000
G3BR08A0
G3FILM08