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Precision Digital Corporation Helios PD2-6060 Instruction Manual

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Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter
Instruction Manual
• Large 1.80" Digits
• Dual-Line 6-Digit Display
• Readable from up to 100 Feet (30 Meters) Away
• Superluminous Sunlight Readable Display
• NEMA 4X, IP65 Rated Field Mountable Enclosure
• Operating Temperature Range of -40 to 65°C (-40 to 150°F)
• Dual Process Inputs (0-20 mA, 4-20 mA, 0-5 V, 1-5 V, and ±10 V)
• Addition, Difference, Average, Multiplication, Division, Min,
Max, Weighted Average, Ratio, Concentration, & More
• Input Power Options Include 85-265 VAC or 12-24 VDC
• Isolated 24 VDC Transmitter Power Supply
• 32-Point, Square Root, or Exponential Linearization
• Multi-Pump Alternation Control
• 2 or 4 Relays + Isolated 4-20 mA Output Options
• Onboard USB & RS-485 Serial Communication Options
• Modbus
• Program the Meter from a PC with onboard USB and MeterView Pro
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  • Page 1 • Onboard USB & RS-485 Serial Communication Options • Modbus ® RTU Communication Protocol Standard • Program the Meter from a PC with onboard USB and MeterView Pro PRECISION DIGITAL CORPORATION GlobalTestSupply www. .com Find Quality Products Online at: sales@GlobalTestSupply.com...
  • Page 2 Limited Warranty Precision Digital Corporation warrants this product against defects in material or workmanship for the specified period under “Specifications” from the date of shipment from the factory. Precision Digital’s liability under this limited warranty shall not exceed the purchase value, repair, or replacement of the defective unit.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    PD2-6060 Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual Table of Contents Table of Contents .............3 Programming Set and Reset Points ....34 Table of Figures ............4 Setting Fail-Safe Operation ......35 Introduction ..............4 Programming Time Delay ......35 Ordering Information ..........5 Relay Action for Loss of 4-20 mA Input (Loop Specifications ............5 Break) .............

  • Page 4: Table Of Figures

    A fully loaded Helios PD2-6060 meter comes with four (4) SPDT relays, a 4 20 mA output, two 24 VDC power supplies, five (5) digital inputs and four (4) digital outputs, and RS485 serial communications.

  • Page 5: Ordering Information

    PD2-6060 Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual Ordering Information Standard Models 85-265 VAC Model 12-24 VDC Model Options Installed PD2-6060-6H0 PD2-6060-7H0 No Options PD2-6060-6H7 PD2-6060-7H7 4 relays & 4-20 mA output Accessories Model Description PDA1011 Dual 4-20 mA expansion module PDA6260 Pipe Mounting Kit PDA7485-I...

  • Page 6: Dual Process Input

    Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual PD2-6060 Isolation 4 kV input/output-to-power line Signal Input Linear, square root, programmable 500 V input-to-output or output-to-P+ exponent, or round horizontal tank volume Conditioning supply calculation Overvoltage Math Installation Overvoltage Category II: Name Function Setting Category...

  • Page 7: Relays

    PD2-6060 Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual Programming Overrange, underrange, max, min, and F4 Digital Logic High: 3 to 5 VDC break Input Logic Logic Low: 0 to 1.25 VDC Accuracy ± 0.1% of span ± 0.004 mA Levels Temperature 0.4 µA/C max from 0 to 65C ambient, Relays...

  • Page 8: Compliance Information

    Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual PD2-6060 Compliance Information Safety UL & C-UL Listed USA & Canada UL 508 Industrial Control Equipment (United States), C22.2 No. 142 (Canadian National Standard) UL File Number E160849 Front Panel UL Type 4X, NEMA 4X, IP65 Low Voltage Directive EN 61010-1:2010 Safety requirements for measurement, control, and laboratory use...

  • Page 9: Safety Information

    PD2-6060 Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual Safety Information Caution: Read complete instructions Warning: Risk of electric shock or prior to installation and operation of the personal injury. meter. Hazardous voltages exist within enclosure. Installation and service should be performed only by trained service personnel.

  • Page 10: Wall Mounting Instructions

    Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual PD2-6060 Wall Mounting Instructions The meter can be mounted to any wall using the four provided mounting holes. Note that the bottom mounting holes are located underneath the front door panel. To mount the meter to a wall, follow these instructions.

  • Page 11: Pipe Mounting Instructions

    PD2-6060 Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual Pipe Mounting Instructions The meter 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 meter to a pipe using the pipe mounting kit accessory, follow these instructions.

  • Page 12: Transmitter Supply Voltage Selection (P+, P-)

    Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual PD2-6060 Transmitter Supply Voltage Selection (P+, P-) All meters, including models equipped with the 12-24 VDC power option, are shipped from the factory configured to provide 24 VDC power for the transmitter or sensor. If the transmitter requires 5 or 10 VDC excitation, the switch labeled P+/P- must be configured accordingly.

  • Page 13: Connectors Labeling

    PD2-6060 Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual Connectors Labeling The connectors’ label, affixed to the inside of the lower door panel, shows the location of all connectors available with requested configuration. Do not connect any equipment other than Precision Digital’s expansion modules, cables, or meters to the RJ45 M-LINK connector.

  • Page 14: Signal Connections

    Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual PD2-6060 Signal Connections Signal connections are made to a nine-terminal connector labeled SIGNAL on Figure 7. The COM (common) terminals are the return for the 4-20 mA and the 10 V input signals. The two COM terminals connect to the same common return, and are not isolated.

  • Page 15: Modbus Rtu Serial Communications

    PD2-6060 Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual Modbus RTU Serial Communications Serial communications connection can be made to the onboard RS485 terminal block or USB connector shown in Figure 7. If RS232 is required, an RS485 to RS232 adapter (PDA7485) may be used. See Ordering Information on page 5 for additional information.

  • Page 16: Rs485 Output Connections

    Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual PD2-6060 RS485 Output Connections An RS-485 connector is provided for the use of advanced Modbus ® serial communications. This connector converts the serial output of the meter to balanced, full or half-duplex RS-485 signals. It has a removable screw terminal connector for the RS-485 terminals which includes Transmit Data (DO) and (/DO), Receive Data (DI) and (/DI), and Signal Ground.

  • Page 17: Figure 16. Rs-485 Two-Wire Multi-Drop Wiring

    PD2-6060 Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual Figure 16. RS-485 Two-Wire Multi-Drop Wiring Notes: 1. Termination resistors are optional and values depend on the cable length and characteristic impedance. Consult the cable manufacturer for recommendations. 2. Refer to RS-232 to RS-485 Converter documentation for further details. 3.

  • Page 18: Digital I/O Connections

    Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual PD2-6060 Digital I/O Connections Digital inputs and outputs are provided in order to expand the functionality of the meter. Digital inputs are made via a push button or switch connection to the appropriate digital input connector block and the +5 VDC block.

  • Page 19: 4-20 Ma Output Connections

    PD2-6060 Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual 4-20 mA Output Connections Connections for the 4-20 mA transmitter output are made to the connector terminals labeled MA OUT. The 4-20 mA output may be powered internally or from an external power supply. Figure 21.

  • Page 20: Setup And Programming

    Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual PD2-6060 Setup and Programming The meter is factory calibrated prior to shipment to read in milliamps and volts depending on the input selection. The calibration equipment is certified to NIST standards. Overview There are no jumpers to set for the meter input selection. Setup and programming are done through the programming buttons located under the front door panel.

  • Page 21: Programming Buttons And Status Led Indicators

    PD2-6060 Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual Programming Buttons and Status LED Indicators The meter can be programmed using the buttons located behind the front door panel. Use the Menu button to enter or exit Programming Mode, the Up Arrow button to cycle through menu options, and the Enter button to select the menu item or option you want.

  • Page 22: Meterview ® Pro Software

    Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual PD2-6060 MeterView ® Pro Software The meter can also be programmed using the PC-based MeterView Pro software included with the meter. This software is can be installed on any Microsoft® Windows® (2000/XP/Vista/7/8/10) computer by connecting the meter’s onboard USB.

  • Page 23: Display Functions & Messages

    PD2-6060 Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual Display Functions & Messages The meter displays various functions and messages during setup, programming, and operation. The following table shows the main menu functions and messages in the order they appear in the menu. Display Parameter Action/Setting...
  • Page 24 Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual PD2-6060 Display Parameter Action/Setting Display Parameter Action/Setting Description Description Set relay for Display high value of Automatic Display high Auto D Hi-C automatic reset channel C Set relay for Auto- Display low Display low value of A-nman D Lo-C automatic &...
  • Page 25 PD2-6060 Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual Display Parameter Action/Setting Display Parameter Action/Setting Description Description Ignore loop break Press Enter to Ignore Reset high ignore Rst Hi condition reset max display (Processed as a Press Enter to Reset low Rst Lo low signal reset min display...

  • Page 26: Main Menu

    Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual PD2-6060 Main Menu The main menu consists of the most commonly used functions: Setup, Reset, Control, and Password. • Press Menu button to enter Programming Mode then press the Up arrow button to scroll main menu. Press Menu, at any time, to exit and •...

  • Page 27: Setting Up The Meter (Setup)

    PD2-6060 Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual Setting up the Meter (setup) The Setup menu is used to select: 1. Input signal the meter will accept for channel A and channel B 2. Units for A, B, and C 3.

  • Page 28: Setting The Input Signal (Input)

    Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual PD2-6060 Setting the Input Signal (Input) Enter the Input menu to set up the meter to display current (mA) or voltage (volt) inputs for channel A and channel B. The current input is capable of accepting any signal from 0 to 20 mA. Select current input to accept 0-20 mA or 4-20 mA signals.

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

    PD2-6060 Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual Setting the Decimal Point (dEc pt) The decimal point may be set with up to five decimal places or with no decimal point at all. Pressing the Right arrow moves the decimal point one place to the right until no decimal point is displayed, and then it moves to the leftmost position.
  • Page 30 Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual PD2-6060 Scaling the Meter without a Signal Source The process inputs (4-20 mA, 10 VDC) can be scaled to display the process variables in engineering units. A signal source is not needed to scale the meter; simply program the inputs and corresponding display values.
  • Page 31 PD2-6060 Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual Calibrating the Meter with External Source ( Note: To scale the meter without a signal source refer to Scaling the Meter without a Signal Source, page 30. Warm up the meter for at least 15 minutes before performing calibration to ensure specified accuracy.

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

    Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual PD2-6060 Setting the Display Parameter & Intensity (dsplay) The main display (line 1) can be programmed to display: 1. Process value Ch-A 2. Process value Ch-B 3. Process value Ch-C 4. Toggle between Ch-A & Ch- B, Ch-A &...

  • Page 33: Setting The Relay Operation (Relay)

    PD2-6060 Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter 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: Setting The Relay Assignment (Assign)

    Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual PD2-6060 Setting the Relay Assignment (asSign) Setting the Relay Action Operation of the relays is programmed in the Action menu. The relays may be set up for any of the following modes of operation: 1.

  • Page 35: Setting Fail-Safe Operation

    PD2-6060 Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual Setting Fail-Safe Operation In fail-safe mode of operation, the relay coil is energized when the process variable is within safe limits and the relay coil is de-energized when the alarm condition exists. The fail-safe operation is set independently for each relay.

  • Page 36: High Alarm With Fail-Safe Operation (Set > Reset)

    Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual PD2-6060 High Alarm with Fail-Safe Operation Low Alarm with Fail-Safe Operation (Set > Reset) (Set < Reset) Note: Relay coil is energized in non-alarm condition. Note: Relay coil is energized in non-alarm condition. In case of power failure, relay will go to alarm In case of power failure, relay will go to alarm state.

  • Page 37: Relay Sampling Operation

    PD2-6060 Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual Relay Sampling Operation Input Reset Sample Sample Sample Time Time Time Relay When the signal crosses the set point, the relay trips and the sample time starts. After the sample time has elapsed, the relay resets. The cycle repeats every time the set point is crossed, going up for high alarms and going down for low alarms.

  • Page 38: Relay Operation Details

    Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual PD2-6060 Relay Operation Details Overview The relay capabilities of the meter expand its usefulness beyond simple indication to provide users with alarm and control functions. These capabilities include front panel alarm status LEDs as well as either 2 or 4 internal relays.

  • Page 39: Latching And Non-Latching Relay Operation

    PD2-6060 Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual Latching and Non-Latching Relay Operation Relay terminology for following tables The relays can be set up for latching (manual reset) or non-latching (automatic reset) operation. Terminology Relay Condition Alarm (Tripped) The On and Off terminology does not refer to the status of Normal (Reset) the relay’s coil, which depends on the fail-safe mode Acknowledged...

  • Page 40: Acknowledging Relays

    Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual PD2-6060 Acknowledging Relays There are two ways to acknowledge relays programmed for manual reset: 1. Via the programmable front panel function keys F1-F3 (Default: F3 assigned to ACK). 2. Remotely via a normally open pushbutton wired across one of the digital inputs and the +5 V terminals on the digital I/O terminal, or using the F4 digital input, which is triggered with a contact closure to COM, or with an active low signal (see page 18).
  • Page 41 PD2-6060 Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual Application #2: Pump Alternation Using Relays 3 & 4 1. Relays 1 and 2 are set up for low Set and Reset Point Programming and high alarm indication. Relay Set Point Reset Point Function 2.

  • Page 42: Setting Up The Interlock Relay (Force On) Feature

    Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual PD2-6060 Setting up the Interlock Relay (Force On) Feature Relays 1-4 can be set up as interlock relays. To set up the relays for the interlock feature: 1. Access the Setup – Relay – Action menu and set the action to off. 2.

  • Page 43: Scaling The 4-20 Ma Analog Output (Aout)

    PD2-6060 Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual Scaling the 4-20 mA Analog Output (Aout) The 4-20 mA analog outputs can be scaled to provide a 4-20 mA signal for any display range selected. To select the channel and source assignments the analog outputs are assigned to, see Analog Output Source on page 54.

  • Page 44: Setting Up The Password (Pass)

    Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual PD2-6060 Setting up the Password (pass) The Password menu is used for programming three levels of security to prevent unauthorized changes to the programmed parameter settings. Pass 1: Allows use of function keys and digital inputs Pass 2: Allows use of function keys, digital inputs and editing set/reset points Pass 3: Restricts all programming, function keys, and digital inputs.

  • Page 45: Making Changes To A Password Protected Meter

    PD2-6060 Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual Making Changes to a Password Protected Meter If the meter is password protected, the meter will display the message Locd (Locked) when the Menu button is pressed. Press the Enter button while the message is being displayed and enter the correct password to gain access to the menu.

  • Page 46: Advanced Features Menu

    Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual PD2-6060 Advanced Features Menu To simplify the setup process, functions not needed for most applications are located in the Advanced Features menu. Press and hold the Menu button for three seconds to access the advanced features of the meter. Advanced Features Menu &...
  • Page 47 PD2-6060 Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual Display Parameter Action/Setting Display Parameter Action/Setting Set meter for Multiplication Programm Factor Prog E factor programmable constant used in able exponent and enter channel C math exponent exponent value calculations (F) Round Set meter for round Cutoff Set low-flow cutoff...

  • Page 48: Noise Filter (Filter)

    Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual PD2-6060 Display Parameter Action/Setting Display Parameter Action/Setting Assign F3 function Calibrate low current F3 function Current low C lo input (e.g. 4 mA) Assign F4 function Calibrate high F4 function Current C Hi (digital input) high current input (e.g.

  • Page 49: Rounding Feature (Round)

    PD2-6060 Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual Rounding Feature (round) The rounding feature is used to give the user a Rounding Actual Display Actual Display Selection Value Value Value Value steadier display with fluctuating signals. Rounding is used in addition to the filter function. 12.022 12.022 12.023...

  • Page 50: Select Menu (Select)

    Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual PD2-6060 Select Menu (SElect) The Select menu is used to select the signal input conditioning function applied to the inputs (linear, square root, programmable exponent, or round horizontal tank), math function for A & B, constants, low- flow cutoff, and analog output programming.

  • Page 51: Signal Input Conditioning (Functn)

    PD2-6060 Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual Signal Input Conditioning (Functn) The Function menu is used to select the input-to-output transfer function applied to the input signal: linear, square root, programmable exponent, or round horizontal tank volume calculation. Multi-point linearization is part of the linear function selection.
  • Page 52 Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual PD2-6060 Round Horizontal Tank Linearization ( This function is used to calculate volume in a round horizontal tank with flat ends. The volume is calculated based on the diameter and length of the tank. The tank’s dimensions can be entered in inches or centimeters;...

  • Page 53: Math Function (Math)

    PD2-6060 Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual Math Function (math) The Math menu is used to select the math function that will determine the channel C value. These math functions are a combination of input channels A and B, and will display when channel C is selected in the Display menu.

  • Page 54: Low-Flow Cutoff (Cutoff)

    Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual PD2-6060 Low-Flow Cutoff (CutofF) The low-flow cutoff feature allows the meter to be programmed so that the often-unsteady output from a differential pressure transmitter, at low flow rates, always displays zero on the meter. The cutoff value may be programmed from 0 to 999999.

  • Page 55: Programmable Function Keys User Menu (User)

    PD2-6060 Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual Programmable Function Keys User Menu (user) The User menu allows the user to assign the front panel function keys F1, F2, and F3, the digital input F4 (a digital input located on the signal input connector), and up to eight additional digital inputs to access most of the menus or to activate certain functions immediately (e.g.

  • Page 56: Tare (Tare)

    Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual PD2-6060 Display Description Display Description Force relay 1 (*through 4) into the Directly access the reset menu Reset F On 1* on state. This function is used in Mimic the menu button functionality nmenu conjunction with a digital input (digital inputs only)

  • Page 57: Internal Source Calibration (Ical)

    PD2-6060 Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual Internal Source Calibration (ICAL) The meter is factory calibrated prior to shipment to read in milliamps and volts depending on the input selection. The calibration equipment is certified to NIST standards. The use of calibrated signal sources is necessary to calibrate the internal source of the meter. The meter’s internal source is what allows the user to scale the meter without applying a signal.

  • Page 58: Meter Operation

    Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual PD2-6060 Meter Operation The meter is capable of accepting two input channels (A and B) of either current (0-20 mA, 4-20 mA) or voltage signals (0-5 V, 1-5 V, 0-10 V,  10 V) and displaying these signals in engineering units from -99999 to 999999 (e.g.

  • Page 59: Maximum/Minimum Readings

    PD2-6060 Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual Maximum/Minimum Readings The max & min readings (peak & valley) reached by the process can be displayed either continuously or momentary: 1. Display briefly by assigning to the F1-F3 function keys or to the digital inputs in the User menu. 2.

  • Page 60: Reset Meter To Factory Defaults

    Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual PD2-6060 Reset Meter to Factory Defaults When the parameters have been changed in a way that is difficult to determine what’s happening, it might be better to start the setup process from the factory defaults. Instructions to load factory defaults: 3.

  • Page 61: Factory Defaults & User Settings

    PD2-6060 Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual Factory Defaults & User Settings The following table shows the factory setting for most of the programmable parameters on the meter. Parameter Display Default Setting Parameter Display Default Setting Input type Cutoff value, 0.000 (disabled) Ch-b Input...
  • Page 62 Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual PD2-6060 Parameter Display Default Setting Parameter Display Default Setting Display 1 analog 4.000 F1 function key Reset max & min Dis 1 F2 function key Upper Max & Min Output 1 value 4.000 mA Out 1 F3 function key Acknowledge relays...

  • Page 63: Troubleshooting Tips

    PD2-6060 Helios Large Display Dual-Input Meter Instruction Manual Troubleshooting Tips Symptom Check/Action No display at all Check power at power connector Not able to change setup or Meter is password-protected, enter correct six-digit password to unlock programming, Locd is displayed Check: Signal connections Meter displays error message...

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