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User Manual Control Unit Sigma Control L Product code: PW-072-A POD-026-ENG R17...
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We design, manufacture, implement and support: Systems for Monitoring, Detection and Reduction of gas hazards We invite you to familiarize yourself with our offer on www.atestgaz.pl Atest Gaz A. M. Pachole sp. j. ul. Spokojna 3, 44-109 Gliwice Poland tel.: +48 32 238 87 94 fax: +48 32 234 92 71 e-mail: contact@atestgaz.pl...
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www.atestgaz.pl Remarks and reservations Connection and operation of the device is allowed only after reading and understanding the contents of this document. Keep User's Manual with the device for future use. The manufacturer bears no responsibility for errors, damages and failures caused by improper selection of devices and cables, improper installation or failure to understand the contents of this document.
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Figure 8: Impulse valve control and the operation principle for an acoustic indicator output......13 Figure 9: NC valve control..........................14 Figure 10: Installing the Extension Module.......................15 Figure 11: Sigma Control L Unit front panel with fields description..............16 Figure 12: Push button and its function......................17 Figure 13: Interface structure...........................18 Figure 14: Welcome screen..........................19...
Purpose Sigma Control L is an advanced Control Unit for use with small size gas detection systems. It controls all the devices connected and integrates them to create a single Sigma Gas system. Its advantage is to provide two...
• RS-485 output module for communication with DCS or SCADA, • system operation visualization module based on a website – Ethernet accessible. Sigma Control L Unit is designed for indoor use. It cannot be installed in explosion (Ex) zones. Operation description Sigma Control L Unit reads the status of detectors connected to the system.
www.atestgaz.pl Design description The device design is presented in Figure 1 and 2. SYSTEM VISUAL INDICATOR - SSO STATUS LED'S DISPLAY KEYBOARD Sigma Control L CABLE GLANDS SERVICE PORT Figure 1: The construction of the device and its dimensions BATTERY PORT FRONT PANEL MODULE PORT FUSE F2 FUSE F1...
www.atestgaz.pl Input-output interfaces The interfaces are available on a terminal strip accessible afar front panel removal and on its bottom wall. The description of terminal strip is presented in figure 3 and table 1. For Extension Module interface description – see section 4.7, or service interface – see section 4.6. Figure 3: Terminal block Port symbol Terminal no.
Positive indicator power supply terminal Cable shielding Signal line A Signal line B Table 1: Terminal strip description Default configuration for Sigma Control L Unit is presented below (see table 2). I/O configuration / Parameters Function / Parameter No. of detectors Relay outputs...
www.atestgaz.pl Input status can be observed on the user’s interface (see section 5.7). Specifications – see section 10. All-purpose relay outputs (R1 – R3) Control Unit is fitted with three all-purpose relay outputs. The outputs can operate in one of the two statuses: as enabled or disabled (states are shown below).
www.atestgaz.pl Program Description Additional parameters SA copy The output copies the status of acoustic indicator output. Impulse valve When at any detector, alarm threshold is detected, the Enable delay. control Disable delay. output generates 3 pulses 1 s of activation / 1 s deactivation Normally open (NO)
www.atestgaz.pl Gas concentration Warning 1 threshold Pushbutton SO output Time Warning - output disable The output cannot be turned Warning disappears - Operator presses the off – warning 1 is active (the despite this the pushbutton – output pushbutton does not output is still enabled disables respond)
NC valve output The Sigma Control L Control Unit is adapted to work with an NC (normally closed) valve. The valve is connected to universal relay outputs (see section 4.2). The way of controlling the NC valve is shown on Figure 9.
www.atestgaz.pl 7. Turn the control unit power on. 8. Set up Extension Module parameters as required (see section 5.9). Extension module Extension module port Figure 10: Installing the Extension Module For a detailed Extension Module drawing, connection description and functionality settings, see the Extension Module instructions –...
MONITORING Sigma Control L STATUS LED'S Figure 11: Sigma Control L Unit front panel with fields description 5.1.1 System Visual Indicator Field System Visual Indicator allows the operator, who is normally focused on other activities, to quickly assess site gas safety status – by taking a quick glance at the indicator and confirming that only the green LED is on.
www.atestgaz.pl 5.1.2 System status LED field Status description Green LED is constantly on, when the Unit is energized. Blinks at equal intervals _∏_∏_∏_∏_ – incomplete unit configuration (default settings operation). Contact the manufacturer. Simple blink_∏________ – unit operates in configuration mode Yellow Active, when special statuses occur in detectors of the control unit.
www.atestgaz.pl Interface structure Detailed view Interface test / Detector Menu System view Welcome screen Detector 1 [0] History [0] Detector Info TEST [0] Concentration diagram [1] Cancel lock [2] Zero the detector [2] Noise gateway Detector n [2] Alarm threshold [1] "Inhibit"...
Starting the unit, testing the user’s interface To check the Sigma Control L Unit for proper operation, perform the user’s interface test. While testing, the unit starts all front panel LEDs (status and System Visual Indicator LEDs) as well as internal buzzer, all display pixels become darkened.
www.atestgaz.pl Beacon status System status Detector status Pushbutton functions Figure 15: System view screen – system with up to 10 detectors Beacon status System status Detector status Pushbutton functions Figure 16: System view screen – system with 10 to 20 detectors Valve control button Figure 17: System view screen –...
www.atestgaz.pl System status: Information about system status is displayed interchangeably with information about date and time (or clock not being set) – this allows to verify the setting of this parameters in control unit. This section shows a text collective description of the system. Possible messages include: Message Description OPERATIONAL...
www.atestgaz.pl Alarm threshold marks upwards Concentration measured by Alarm threshold detector marks downwards Detector status Figure 19: Detector panel with up to 10 detectors Detector statuses can be as follows: Icon Description The detector operates in monitoring mode – it takes measurement and its indications are reliable.
www.atestgaz.pl Icon Description Pressing two neighboring push buttons enables user’s interface test (see section 5.4). If at least one of the relay outputs is configured for operation with an NC valve, the display will show information about the possibility of opening the valve (see chapter 4.5). If at least one of the relay outputs is configured for operation with an NC valve, the display will show information about the possibility of closing the valve (see chapter 4.5).
The unit is operational. AW <fault code > Sigma Control L Unit is faulty. Fault code is a hexadecimal number. Text message explaining fault code find in unit's menu – see section 5.9. Table 11: Control Unit status text description p.
www.atestgaz.pl Detector menu Information on access to options – section 5.2 and 5.3. For detailed description of the following options see detector User’s Manual. Option Description 1. History This option allows the user to browse recorded statuses (threshold exceeding, faults) that occurred at individual detectors.
www.atestgaz.pl Option Description 9. Set location This option allows users to set a detector location. It is possible to enter a text of 8 characters from the range a-z, A-Z, 0-9, hyphen and space. 10. Log off The system returns to basic access level (level 0) – see section 5.3. Table 12: Detector menu Control Unit menu Information on access to options –...
www.atestgaz.pl Option Description 5. Set time This option allows to set the date and time. 6. Language It allows users to choose user’s interface language. Available languages include: • Polish, • English. 7. Level 1 password It makes it possible to change access password for access level 1. Pay special attention while changing access password for access level 1.
5.11 Buzzer – internal acoustic indicator Sigma Control L Unit module has a built-in internal acoustic indicator, called a buzzer. It is designed to generate an acoustic signal when operator intervention can be necessary, including a gas risk or system component fault.
The buzzer can be configured so as not to be triggered at all. Options for SCL connection in a gas detection system Below we present some examples for connecting Sigma Control L Unit connections with other gas detection system components.
Sigma Control L SmArtGas 4 S1 S2 S3 S4 - SmArtGas 4 230V AC SOLED3 SIGNALLER (PW-081-A-C-X-D) + ETH 20 MD Figure 25: A connection example: one-colour SOLED3 signaller Sigma Control L SmArtGas 4 SmArtGas 4 230V AC 24V DC INDICATORS G –...
Sigma Control L SmArtGas 4 S1 S2 S3 S4 - SmArtGas 4 230V AC SOLED3 SIGNALLER G – green segment of indicator (PW-081-A-C-X-A) R – red segment of indicator + ETH 20 MD Figure 27: A connection example: bi-colour SOLED3 signaller to relay's outputs...
Sigma Control L SmArtGas 4 230V AC SmArtGas 4 230V AC INDICATORS Figure 29: A connection example: power supply 230 V AC, 230 V AC indicators and valve Sigma Control L SmArtGas 4 230V AC SmArtGas 4 230V AC INDICATORS G –...
Selecting cooperation devices When Sigma Control L is supplied by 230 V AC, the total current consumed by devices connected to the Control Unit (through detector bus and indicator terminals) cannot exceed 1.5 A, while the current consumed at indicator terminals cannot exceed 1.15 A.
www.atestgaz.pl Life cycle Transport The unit should be transported the same way as a new one. If its original packaging, protective extrusion or other protective components are unavailable, protect the unit against mechanical shocks, vibrations and moisture with other equally effective methods. Installation Install the unit on a flat, vertical wall as shown in Figure 1.
www.atestgaz.pl Correct cable routing Incorrect cable routing Figure 31: Example connection of cables to the device Start up Once the unit is installed change access passwords (see section 5.9). Perform a load test before operating your gas detection system for the first time and after each system component replacement –...
www.atestgaz.pl 1. disconnect power supply from the control unit, 2. remove unit cover, 3. disconnect the front panel by unplugging the connector (see figure 2), 4. remove the discharged battery from the battery port or a burned fuse from the fuse seat (see figure 2), 5.
EN 60947 – Low-voltage switchgear and control gear. If to “24 VDC” input a voltage of approx. 21 – 29 V is connected, then the output voltage is the same as the Sigma Control L Unit power supply voltage. p. 37|38...
Sigma Control L Unit Table 16: Method of product's marking Appendices DEZG086-ENG – EU Declaration of Conformity – Sigma Control L PU-Z-062-ENG – Extension Module PCA-062A-E2 GTW Port (RS -485, isolated) PU-Z-116-ENG – Extension Module PWS-050 – Visualization Panel / Modbus TCP Gateway PU-Z-003-ENG –...
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Gliwice, 11.07.2019 …............(Name and Signature) Managing Director Aleksander Pachole Atest Gaz A. M. Pachole sp. j. tel.: +48 32 238 87 94 DEZG086-ENG R04 p. 1/1 ul. Spokojna 3, 44-109 Gliwice fax: +48 32 234 92 71 NIP: 969-143-32-31 e-mail: biuro@atestgaz.pl...
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5.3 Module configuration........................3 5.3.1 Line terminator configuration......................3 5.3.2 Transmission parameter configuration...................4 6 Memory maps............................4 6.1 Memory map for Sigma Control L Unit....................4 6.1.1 Detectors statuses..........................4 6.1.2 Output status and DI1 – DI2 input status (read only)..............5 6.1.3 Control Unit status (read only).......................5 6.1.4 Detector Measurement Head temperature (read only)..............6...
Schematic diagram Terminator off Terminator on 120Ω Table 3: Line terminator configuration Atest Gaz A. M. Pachole sp. j. tel.: +48 32 238 87 94 Appendix: PU-Z-062-ENG R06 ul. Spokojna 3, 44-109 Gliwice, Poland fax: +48 32 234 92 71 p.
(E), odd (O), no (N) number of character bits: 7 (only for Modbus ASCII) or 8 Memory maps Memory map for Sigma Control L Unit Register range Description 40001 – 40040 Detector status at channels 1 – 20 40041 –...
Collective system failure CU_fail Control Unit module failure 2..15 Unused – always zero Atest Gaz A. M. Pachole sp. j. tel.: +48 32 238 87 94 Appendix: PU-Z-062-ENG R06 ul. Spokojna 3, 44-109 Gliwice, Poland fax: +48 32 234 92 71 p.
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FAULT relay activation 9..15 External_DI_9..15 Input no. 9..15 Unassigned S16 – 16-bit unsigned. Atest Gaz A. M. Pachole sp. j. tel.: +48 32 238 87 94 Appendix: PU-Z-062-ENG R06 ul. Spokojna 3, 44-109 Gliwice, Poland fax: +48 32 234 92 71 p.
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The product can be also returned to its manufacturer. Atest Gaz A. M. Pachole sp. j. tel.: +48 32 238 87 94 Appendix: PU-Z-062-ENG R06 ul.
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• 0,15 – 1,5 mm – solid wire • 0,15 – 1 mm – multi-wire Table 4: Technical specification Atest Gaz A. M. Pachole sp. j. tel.: +48 32 238 87 94 Appendix: PU-Z-062-ENG R06 ul. Spokojna 3, 44-109 Gliwice, Poland fax: +48 32 234 92 71 p.
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6.2 Module assembly – installation......................4 6.3 Module configuration........................4 6.4 Troubleshooting..........................5 7 Memory maps............................5 7.1 Memory map for Sigma Control L Unit....................5 7.1.1 Detectors statuses..........................5 7.1.2 Outputs status and DI1 – DI2 inputs status (read only)..............6 7.1.3 Control Unit status (read only).......................7 7.1.4 Detector Measurement Head temperature (read only)..............7...
When you click on the line displaying the status of the detector or control unit, a window with additional detailed data appears. Figure 2: Detector details view Atest Gaz A. M. Pachole sp. j. tel.: +48 32 238 87 94 Appendix: PU-Z-116-ENG R03 ul.
When module is intended to work in DHCP mode and module wasn’t configured before – there is no need to enter configuration mode – DHCP is factory default. Atest Gaz A. M. Pachole sp. j. tel.: +48 32 238 87 94 Appendix: PU-Z-116-ENG R03 ul.
Table 3: The device's operating status based on the LED indicator status Memory maps Memory map for Sigma Control L Unit The memory map is available by connecting the module via the Modbus TCP protocol on the standard 502 port, ID: 1.
4 – FAULT relay bit 5 – 15 – unused (can show any values) value 0 – inactive output value 1 – active output Atest Gaz A. M. Pachole sp. j. tel.: +48 32 238 87 94 Appendix: PU-Z-116-ENG R03 ul.
• Port • Maximum number of clients J2 terminal cable cross-section 0.15 – 1 mm Table 4: Technical specification Atest Gaz A. M. Pachole sp. j. tel.: +48 32 238 87 94 Appendix: PU-Z-116-ENG R03 ul. Spokojna 3, 44-109 Gliwice, Poland fax: +48 32 234 92 71 p.
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www.atestgaz.pl Guidelines to the cabling of the system with an RS-485 interface Introductory It is recommended that all system components are made according to the design created by person with the necessary skills and competence. Connection cable The data transmission line for the gas detectors working in the RS-485 standard should be performed only with the use of a shielded twisted pair cable.
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www.atestgaz.pl Power supply of the gas detector As a standard, in gas detectors with digital data transmission, it is assumed that the voltage cannot drop below 12 V (see the documentation of the detector). The power consumption of the detector is constant within the range of acceptable voltages.
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