Red Ion G306A Quick Start Manual

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MODEL G306A - GRAPHIC COLOR LCD OPERATOR INTERFACE TERMINAL
U L
FOR USE IN HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS:
C C US LISTED US LISTED
Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, and D
R
43NH
PROCESS CONTROL EQUIPMENT
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The G306A 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 G306A to perform many of the normal features of the Paradigm range of
Operator Interfaces while improving and adding new features.
The G306A 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 G306A 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 G306A
allows a user to easily view and enter information. Users can enter data through
the touchscreen and/or front panel 5-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.
WITH TFT QVGA DISPLAY AND TOUCHSCREEN
CAUTION: Risk of electric shock.
CONFIGURED USING CRIMSON
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(BUILD 424 OR NEWER)
UP TO 5 RS-232/422/485 COMMUNICATIONS PORTS
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(2 RS-232 AND 1 RS-422/485 ON BOARD, 1 RS-232 AND 1
RS422/485 ON OPTIONAL COMMUNICATIONS CARD)
10 BASE T/100 BASE-TX ETHERNET PORT TO NETWORK UNITS
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AND HOST WEB PAGES
USB PORT TO DOWNLOAD THE UNIT'S CONFIGURATION FROM
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A PC OR FOR DATA TRANSFERS TO A PC
UNIT'S CONFIGURATION IS STORED IN NON-VOLATILE
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MEMORY (8 MBYTE FLASH)
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COMPACTFLASH SOCKET TO INCREASE MEMORY CAPACITY
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5.7-INCH TFT ACTIVE MATRIX 256 COLOR QVGA 320 X 240
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PIXEL LCD W/LED BACKLIGHT
5-BUTTON KEYPAD FOR ON-SCREEN MENUS
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THREE FRONT PANEL LED INDICATORS
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POWER UNIT FROM 24 VDC ±20% SUPPLY
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RESISTIVE ANALOG TOUCHSCREEN
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CONTENTS OF PACKAGE
- G306A Operator Interface.
- Panel gasket.
- Template for panel cutout.
- Hardware packet for mounting unit into panel.
- Terminal block for connecting power.
ORDERING INFORMATION
MODEL NO.
Operator Interface for indoor applications,
G306A
textured finish with embossed keys
G3CF CompactFlash Card
G3RS RS232/485 Optional Communication Card
G3CN CANopen Optional Communication Card
DeviceNet option card for G3 operator interfaces
G3DN
with isolated high speed communications ports
G3PBDP Profibus DP Optional Communication Card
PSDR7 DIN Rail Power Supply
2
SFCRM2 Crimson 2.0
CBL RS-232 Programming Cable
USB Cable
Communications Cables
DR DIN Rail Mountable Adapter Products
Replacement Battery
G3FILM Protective Films
1
Contact your Red Lion distributor or visit our website for
complete selection.
2
Use this part number to purchase the Crimson
printed manual, USB cable, and RS-232 cable. Otherwise, download for
free from www.redlion.net.
3
Red Lion offers RJ modular jack adapters. Refer to the DR literature for
complete details.
4
Battery type is lithium coin type CR2025.
5
Industrial grade two million write cycles.
1
Bulletin No. G306A-D
Drawing No. LP0666
Released 04/10
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SOFTWARE
DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER
5
G3PBDP00
SFCRM200
CBLPROG0
1
3
4
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software on CD with a
G306A000
G3CFxxxx
G3RS0000
G3CN0000
G3DN0000
PSDR7000
CBLUSB00
CBLxxxxx
DRxxxxxx
BNL20000
G3FILM06