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Precision Digital Corporation Helios PD2-6310 Instruction Manual

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Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller
Instruction Manual
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Large Display NEMA 4X, IP65 Wall Mounted Batch Controller
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Pulse, Open Collector, NPN, PNP, TTL, Switch Contact, Sine Wave (Coil), Square Wave Inputs
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Large Dual-Line 6-Digit Display, 1.8" (46 mm) Digits Readable up to 100 Feet (30 Meters) Away
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Isolated 5, 10 or 24 VDC Flowmeter Power Supply
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4 Relays with Interlocking Capability + Isolated 4-20 mA Output Options
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Free PC-Based, On-Board, MeterView Pro USB Programming Software
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SunBright Display Standard Feature; Great for Outdoor Applications
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K-Factor, Internal Scaling, or External Calibration
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Gate Function for Rate Display of Slow Pulse Rates
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Start / Pause / Stop, Change Batch Remote Capabilities
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Display Batch Total, Rate, Grand Total, Count or Preset
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Single or Multi-Stage Batch Control (Up to 8 Relays)
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Automatic Overrun Correction
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Automatic or Manual Batch Control
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Low or High Flow Alarms while Batching
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9 Digit Grand Total with Overflow Feature
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Count Up or Down, Independent for Batch & Grand Total
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Operating Temperature Range: -40 to 65°C (-40 to 149°F)
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Conformal Coated PCBs for Dust and Humidity Protection
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UL & C-UL Listed. E160849; 508 Industrial Control Equipment
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Input Power Options: 85-265 VAC / 90-265 VDC or 12-24 VDC / 12-24 VAC
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Programmable Display, Function Keys & Digital Input
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On-Board USB & RS-485 Serial Communications
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Modbus RTU Communication Protocol Standard
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5 Digital Inputs & 4 Digital Outputs Standard
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Password Protection
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Light / Horn & Button Accessory
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Control Station Accessory for Remote Operation
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3-Year Warranty
PRECISION DIGITAL CORPORATION
233 South Street • Hopkinton MA 01748 USA
Tel (800) 343-1001 • Fax (508) 655-8990
www.predig.com
MeterView Pro
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  • Page 1 Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual MeterView Pro USB Install • Large Display NEMA 4X, IP65 Wall Mounted Batch Controller • Pulse, Open Collector, NPN, PNP, TTL, Switch Contact, Sine Wave (Coil), Square Wave Inputs • Large Dual-Line 6-Digit Display, 1.8" (46 mm) Digits Readable up to 100 Feet (30 Meters) Away •...
  • Page 2 Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Disclaimer FREE MeterView Pro The information contained in this document is Programming Software subject to change without notice. Precision Digital makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Table of Contents Introduction ......................6 Ordering Information ................... 6 Specifications....................... 8 General ......................8 Batch Controller Rate/Totalizer Display ............9 Pulse Input ..................... 10 Relays ......................10 USB Connection .................... 10 Isolated 4-20 mA Transmitter Output ............
  • Page 4 Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Setting the Relay Operation (relay) ............33 Relay Assignment (Assign) ................ 34 Setting the Relay Action ................35 Setting Batch Control Relays ..............35 Programming Alarm Set and Reset Points..........35 Setting Fail-Safe Operation ................. 35 Programming Time Delay................
  • Page 5 Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Table of Figures Figure 1. Controller Mounting Holes Location ..........13 Figure 2. Controller Mounting Holes Dimensions .......... 13 Figure 3. Controller Dimensions – Side View..........13 Figure 4. Controller Dimensions - Front View ..........13 Figure 5.

  • Page 6: Introduction

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Introduction Ordering Information The Helios PD2-6310 is a multi-purpose, easy to use, 85-265 VAC Models large-display pulse input batch controller ideal for Standard Options Model simplifying independent batch control operations Features Installed...
  • Page 7 Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Light / Horn Accessories Pipe Mounting Kit Helios Controller Shown with MOD-PD2LHRB1 Red Helios Controller Shown mounted to pipe using Light / Horn and Button. Controller Sold Separately. PDA6260 pipe mounting kit. See Pipe Mounting Instructions on page 14 for details.

  • Page 8: Specifications

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Specifications Fuse Required external fuse: UL Recognized, 5 A max, slow blow; up to 6 controllers may share one 5 A fuse Except where noted all specifications apply to operation at +25°C.

  • Page 9: Batch Controller Rate/Totalizer Display

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Batch Controller Rate/Totalizer Automatic Adjusts the closing of the batch control Overrun relays to compensate for inaccuracies from Display Correction batch to batch. The overrun correction feature is capable of compensating for...

  • Page 10: Pulse Input

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Pulse Input Relays Inputs Field selectable: Pulse or square wave Rating 2 or 4 SPDT (Form C) internal rated 3 A 0-5 V, 0-12 V, or 0-24 V @ 30 kHz; TTL;...

  • Page 11: Isolated 4-20 Ma Transmitter Output

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Isolated 4-20 mA Transmitter Digital Input (F4) Output Function Start/Stop batch, remote operation of front- panel buttons, acknowledge/reset relays, Output Rate/process, total, grand total, max, min, reset max/min values. See Function Keys &...

  • Page 12: Compliance Information

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Compliance Information Safety Information Safety • Read complete instructions prior to installation UL & C-UL USA & Canada and operation of the controller. Listed UL 508 Industrial Control Equipment (USA) C22.2 No. 142 (Canadian National •...

  • Page 13: Wall Mounting Instructions

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Mounting Dimensions Wall Mounting Instructions The controller can be mounted to any wall using the 4.77" four provided mounting holes. Note that the bottom (121.2 mm) mounting holes are located underneath the lower door panel.

  • Page 14: Pipe Mounting Instructions

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Pipe Mounting Instructions The controller can also be mounted to a pipe using the optional pipe mounting kit (PDA6260). This kit includes two mounting plates, two U-bolts, and the necessary nuts and bolts. To mount the controller to a pipe using the pipe mounting kit accessory, follow these instructions.

  • Page 15: Installation Overview

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Once the driver is installed, an AutoPlay Installation Overview dialog should appear for the drive We recommend the following sequence for getting the “MAINSTAL.” Click “Open folder to view controller into service: files.”...

  • Page 16: Flowmeter Supply Voltage Selection (P+, P-)

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Flowmeter Supply Voltage Selection (P+, P-) All controllers, including models equipped with the 12-24 VDC power option, are shipped from the factory configured to provide 24 VDC power for the flowmeter or sensor.

  • Page 17: Connections

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Connections All connections are made to screw terminal connectors located under the lower door panel. Remove the single securing screw in order to access the wiring terminals. • Use copper wire with 60°C or 60/75°C insulation for all line voltage connections. Observe all safety regulations.

  • Page 18: Power Connections

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Power Connections +5 V 4.7 k-ohm INPUT SIGNAL Power connections are made to a two-terminal Internal pull-up S+ S- connector labeled POWER. The controller will operate PNP NPN regardless of DC polarity connection. The + and - symbols are only a suggested wiring convention.

  • Page 19: Switching Inductive Loads

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Switching Inductive Loads RS-485 Connections The use of suppressors (snubbers) is strongly The RS-485 connections are made to a five terminal recommended when switching inductive loads to connector used for Modbus® RTU serial prevent disrupting the microprocessor’s operation.

  • Page 20: Digital I/O Connections

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual RS-485 Connection Examples RS-485 Converter Connections Figure 24 below details the wiring connections from the RS-485 connector to an RS-485 serial converter (such as the PDA7485-I or PDA8485-I) for a five-wire RS-232 Serial network.

  • Page 21: F4 Digital Input Connections

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual F4 Digital Input Connections Remote Operation of Controller The controller can be operated via the programming A digital input, F4, is standard on the controller. This buttons or a PDA2364-MSBS remote control station...

  • Page 22: Setup And Programming

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Setup and Programming The meter may either be scaled (SCALE) without applying an input, calibrated (Cal) by applying an input, or you may use the K-Factor menu to match the rate/totalizer with a flowmeter’s k-factor (pulse/unit of measure).

  • Page 23: Programming Buttons

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Programming Buttons Lower Door Panel SIGNAL MA OUT RELAY1 RELAY2 RELAY3 RELAY4 P+/P- PNP NPN 24V 10V 5V S+ S- SWITCH POWER MENU RIGHT MENU START BATCH STOP Button Description Button Description...

  • Page 24: Display Functions And Messages

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Display Functions and Display Functions and Messages Messages Display Parameter Action/Setting Description The controller displays various functions and messages during setup, programming, and operation. GT CF Grand total Program grand total The following table shows the main menu functions...
  • Page 25 Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Display Functions and Messages Display Functions and Messages Display Parameter Action/Setting Display Parameter Action/Setting Description Description RSt 1 nonrst Reset 1 Program reset point 1 Non- Non-resettable grand total set after entering “050873”...

  • Page 26: Main Menu

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Main Menu Setting Numeric Values The main menu consists of the most commonly used The numeric values are set using the Right and Up functions: Setup, Reset, Control, and Password. arrow buttons. Press Right arrow to select next digit •...

  • Page 27: Setting Up The Batch Controller (Setup)

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Setting Up the Batch Controller (setup) The Setup menu is used to select: Input signal the controller will accept Enable or disable totalizer and batching features Select the display units/tags Decimal point position...

  • Page 28: Setting The Input Signal (Input)

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Setting the Input Signal (Input) Setting the Input Units or Custom Tags (units) There is a switch, located to the right of the input connector, which must be configured according to the Enter the input unit or custom tag that will be input level and type.

  • Page 29: Setting The Decimal Point (Dec Pt)

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Setting the Decimal Point (dEc pt) Input Calibration Method (InCAL) There are three methods of calibrating (or scaling) the The decimal point may be set with up to five decimal display to show the correct engineering units.
  • Page 30 Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Scaling the Controller (SCALE) Time Base, Total Conversion Factor & Total Reset The pulse inputs can be scaled to display the process variable in engineering units. The time base, total conversion factor, and total reset A signal source is not needed to scale the controller;...
  • Page 31 Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Batch Start Mode (nmode) Calibrating the Controller with External Source (Cal) Manual Batch Control The batch controller may operate in manual or The controller can be calibrated to display the process automatic mode. In manual mode, the controller...

  • Page 32: Setting The Display Parameter & Intensity (Dsplay)

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Setting the Display Parameter & Display Menu Intensity (dsplay) Display line 1 (line 1) can be programmed to display: Display total Display grand total Toggle rate and total Toggle rate and grand total...

  • Page 33: Setting The Relay Operation (Relay)

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Setting the Relay Operation (relay) This menu is used to set up the operation of the relays. • During setup, the relays do not follow the input and they will remain in the state found prior to entering the Relay menu.

  • Page 34: Relay Assignment (Assign)

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Relay Assignment (Assign) The relays can be assigned to any of the following parameters: Rate for low or high alarm indication Total for batch control relays Grand total for alarm indication or sampling •...

  • Page 35: Setting The Relay Action

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Programming Alarm Set and Setting the Relay Action Reset Points Operation of the relays is programmed in the Action menu. The relays are commonly set up for any of the High alarm: program set point above reset point.

  • Page 36: Automatic Batch Control Operation

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Automatic Batch Control Operation The following graph shows automatic batch operation When START is pressed, a short delay occurs before the low flow alarm sensing is activated. Each relay can be programmed with additional ON delay to satisfy various conditions and applications.

  • Page 37: Relay And Alarm Operation Diagrams

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual High Alarm with Fail-Safe Relay and Alarm Operation Operation (Set > Reset) Diagrams The following graphs illustrate the operation of the relays, status LEDs, and ACK button. High Alarm Operation (Set > Reset) Note: Relay coil is energized in non-alarm condition.

  • Page 38: Time Delay Operation

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Time Delay Operation Total Relay Sampling Operation The following graphs show the operation of the time Total Preset = 100 delay function. Sample Sample Sample Time Time Time Relay When the total reaches the preset, the relay trips and the sample time starts.

  • Page 39: Relay Operation Details

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Front Panel LEDs Relay Operation Details The alarm status LEDs on the front panel are Overview available on all controllers and provide status The relays of the controller can serve three roles, as...

  • Page 40: Sample Relay Operation

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Sample Relay Operation Setting Up the Interlock Relay (Force On) Feature The sampling function allows the operator to set a set point for a “sampling” relay. This can be done for the Relays 1-4 can be set up as interlock relays.

  • Page 41: Scaling The 4-20 Ma Analog Output (Aout)

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Scaling the 4-20 mA Analog Reset Menu (reset) Output (Aout) The Reset menu is used to reset the total, grand totals, batch count, maximum, or minimum reading The 4-20 mA analog output can be scaled to provide (peak or valley) reached by the process;...

  • Page 42: Setting Up The Password (Pass)

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Making Changes to a Password Setting Up the Password (pass) Protected Controller The Password menu is used for programming three levels of security to prevent unauthorized changes to If the controller is password protected, the controller...

  • Page 43: Controller Operation

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Controller Operation Batch Control Operation Example The default configuration displays batch total on Line 1, and a selection of rate, grand total, and batch The following example shows how two stage batch count, and batch preset on Line 2.

  • Page 44: Manual Batch Control

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual When the batch is complete, the restricted- Manual Batch Control flow valve closes. If overrun occurs, then the The manual batch control feature is used for batch next batch will adjust for this offset amount to processes where each batch must be started by the maintain accuracy.

  • Page 45: Additional Features

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Additional Features Automatic Batch Control At any time during the batch, the STOP button may The automatic batch control feature is used for batch be pressed to pause the batch. When paused,...

  • Page 46: Automatic Batch Control Operation

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Automatic Batch Control When the batch is complete, the restricted- flow valve closes. If overrun occurs, then the Operation next batch will adjust for this offset amount to Both valves are closed with an empty barrel maintain accuracy.

  • Page 47: Setup With Meterview Pro

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Setup with MeterView Pro Use MeterView Pro software to set up the batch controller for manual or automatic batch control, count up or count down operation, and set the batch preset and pre-close values.

  • Page 48: Advanced Setup & Programming

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Advanced Setup & Advanced Features Menu & Display Messages Programming Display Parameter Action/Setting seriAl Serial Set serial communication In addition to the functions described in Controller parameters Operation on page 43, the following advanced...

  • Page 49: Function Keys Operation

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Function Keys Operation Advanced Features Menu & Display Messages During operation, the programmable function keys Display Parameter Action/Setting operate according to the way they have been user User I/O Assign function keys and programmed in the Advanced Features –...

  • Page 50: Advanced Setup And Calibration

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Advanced Setup and Calibration Rounding Feature (round) Multi-Point Calibration & Scaling The rounding feature is used to give the user a steadier display with fluctuating signals. Rounding is The controller is set up at the factory for 2-point linear used in addition to the filter function.

  • Page 51: Select Menu (Select)

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Select Menu (SElEct) Low-Flow Cutoff (CutofF) The low-flow cutoff feature allows the controller to be The Select menu is used to select the signal programmed so that the sometimes unsteady output conditioner applied to the input (linear), low-flow at low flow rates always displays zero on the cutoff, and analog output programming.
  • Page 52 Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Analog Output Source Analog Output Calibration To perform the analog output calibration, it’s The source for generating the 4-20 mA output may be assigned to the rate/process variable, total, grand recommended to use a milliamp meter with a total, maximum or minimum value reached by the resolution of at least 0.1 µA to measure the output...

  • Page 53: Programmable Function Keys User Menu (User)

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Programmable Function Keys Display Description Contrl User Menu (user) Directly access the manual control menu disabl Disable the selected function key or • Changing the programming of the F1-F3 function digital I/O...

  • Page 54: Troubleshooting

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Troubleshooting Reset Controller to Factory Defaults Due to the many features and functions of the controller, it’s possible that the setup of the controller When the parameters have been changed in a way does not agree with what an operator expects to see.

  • Page 55: Factory Defaults & User Settings

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Factory Defaults & User Settings Factory Defaults & User Settings The following table shows the factory setting for the Parameter Display Default Setting major programmable parameters on the controller. Relay 4 action...
  • Page 56 Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Factory Defaults & User Settings Parameter Display Default Setting Password 1 Pass 1 000000 (unlocked) Pass 2 Password 2 000000 (unlocked) Password 3 Pass 3 000000 (unlocked) Total password Total 000000 (unlocked)

  • Page 57: Troubleshooting Tips

    Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Troubleshooting Tips This controller is a highly sophisticated instrument with an extensive list of features and capabilities. If the programming buttons are used to program the controller, it may be a difficult task to keep everything straight. That is...
  • Page 58 Helios PD2-6310 Pulse Input Batch Controller Instruction Manual Contact Precision Digital Technical Support Call: (800) 610-5239 or (508) 655-7300 Fax: (508) 655-8990 Email: support@predig.com Sales Support Call: (800) 343-1001 or (508) 655-7300 Fax: (508) 655-8990 Email: sales@predig.com Place Orders Email: orders@predig.com For the latest version of this manual please visit www.predig.com...

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