The interface module is an accessory that increases the connections options of LAUDA constant temperature equipment. It may only be installed in con- stant temperature equipment that supports the interface provided. Refer to the chapter "Compatibility” in this operating manual for a list of compatible product lines.
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Contact LAUDA Contact the LAUDA Service department in the following cases: Troubleshooting Technical questions Ordering accessories and spare parts Please contact our sales department for questions relating to your specific application. Contact information LAUDA Service Phone: +49 (0)9343 503-350 Fax: +49 (0)9343 503-283 Email: service@lauda.de...
This operating manual is applicable in combination with the operating manual of the constant temperature equipment in which the interface module is installed. Manuals for LAUDA products are available for download on the LAUDA website: https://www.lauda.de The warnings and safety instructions in this operating manual must be ...
Use only suitable cables of sufficient length for cable connections. Make sure that the protective screen on the cables and connec- tors complies with EMC regulations. LAUDA recommends using pre- assembled cables. Always lay cables correctly so that they do not pose a tripping hazard. ...
After installing the equipment, dispose of the packaging materials in line with environmental regulations, see Ä “Packaging” on page 39. If you discover any damage on the interface module, contact LAUDA Service immediately, see Ä Chapter 1.6 “Contact LAUDA” on page 7. 10 / 43...
Purpose The RS 232/485 module is designed for installation in constant temperature equipment that supports the serial interface. The RS 232/485 interface allows the user to activate constant temperature equipment via the LAUDA command set (for example, control station). Structure...
Always observe safety measures against electrostatic dis- charge. The module installation description essentially applies to all LAUDA constant temperature equipment; the example diagrams here show the installation of an analog module in constant temperature equip- ment from the Variocool product line.
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Secure the cover to the casing using two M3 x 10 screws. The new interface on the constant temperature equipment is ready for operation. Fig. 5: Securing the cover (schematic dia- gram) Interface module LRZ 926 13 / 43...
Using the module box You can extend LAUDA constant temperature equipment by two additional module slots using the LiBus module box. The module box is designed for interface modules with a large cover and is connected to constant tem- perature equipment via a vacant LiBus socket.
- Status information is transmitted at the same time as the handshake data. Status information is not included in the operating data, but the signaling requires a 7-wire cable for additional signal lines. Interface module LRZ 926 15 / 43...
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D-Sub socket on the PC: Table 2: D-Sub sockets for RS 232 with hardware handshake Constant temperature PC / control station equipment Signal Contact Contact Contact Signal (9‑pin) (9‑pin) (25‑pin) 16 / 43 Interface module LRZ 926...
Check whether a software warning appears on the display. Warning 510 - 532 SW update required or SW too old : Please contact LAUDA Service, see Ä Chapter 1.6 “Contact LAUDA” on page 7. No software warning: Operate the constant temperature equip- ...
All available read and write commands as well as the meaning of any error messages that may occur are presented below. Note the following informa- tion relating to syntax and sequencing when using these commands: 18 / 43 Interface module LRZ 926...
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128 device addresses are available. Device addresses always contain three digits and start with "A": "A000_..." – "A127_...". Commands from an external source must always end with CR. The response from the constant temperature equipment always ends with Interface module LRZ 926 19 / 43...
If a command is not sent via the interface for the duration of the preset timeout, the timeout has expired and a disconnection is detected. 20 / 43 Interface module LRZ 926...
(Pt) [°C], 0.001 °C IN_PV_13 25 Overtemperature turn off point T_Max [°C] IN_SP_03 27 Limitation of outflow temperature TiH (upper limit) [°C] IN_SP_04 29 Limitation of outflow temperature TiH (lower limit) [°C] IN_SP_05 Interface module LRZ 926 21 / 43...
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– negative value à device is cooling – positive value à device is heating 13 Controller actuating signal in watts IN_PV_08 – negative value à device is cooling – positive value à device is heating 22 / 43 Interface module LRZ 926...
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69 Offset source X for set point: 0 = normal / 1 = external Pt / 2 = external [–] IN_MODE_04 analog / 3 = external serial / 5 = external Ethernet / 6 = external EtherCAT / 7 = external Pt 2 (only for Integral) Interface module LRZ 926 23 / 43...
* Equipment type as per rating label 7.2.7 Error messages The following is a description of the error messages of the interface modules. The string ERR_X or ERR_XX is output after an incorrect command. 32 / 43 Interface module LRZ 926...
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ERR_39 Operation is not permitted. Safe Mode is active. ERR_40 Operation is not permitted. Safe Mode is switched off. Operation is not permitted. Constant temperature equipment ERR_41 is in error status. Interface module LRZ 926 33 / 43...
In order to cater for the programming needs of the interface used here, drivers designed specially for LABVIEW ® can be downloaded free of charge from the download area of its LAUDA website: https://www.lauda.de/de/services/download-center/filter/Software 34 / 43...
When using compressed air: Always set a low working pressure to prevent mechanical damage to the connections. If you have any questions about technical modifications, please contact LAUDA Service, see Ä Chapter 1.6 “Contact LAUDA” on page 7. Interface module LRZ 926...
Table 28: RS 232/485 error messages Code * Meaning 501 – 504, 507, 508 Interface module hardware faulty. Contact the LAUDA department. Internal 24 V voltage of the interface module is too low. Internal 24 V voltage of the interface module is too high.
Disconnection detected. There was no communication for a period longer than the preset timeout. Valid for the Variocool and PRO product lines. Bus system faulty. Contact LAUDA Service if the warning occurs multiple times. Unknown module connected. 510 – 532 Software for specified component outdated.
The storage location must meet the ambient conditions specified in the technical data. If you intend to dispose of the module, please read the information in Ä “Old device” on page 39 first. 38 / 43 Interface module LRZ 926...
Dispose of the device in accordance with the applicable disposal guidelines in your region. Comply with Directive 2012/19/EU (WEEE Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment) if disposing of the product takes place in a member state of the EU. Interface module LRZ 926 39 / 43...
Maximum relative air humidity 80 % at 31 °C and up to 40 °C, 50 % with linear decrease. Ambient temperature range [°C] 5 – 40 Storage temperature range [°C] 5 – 50 Interface module LRZ 926 41 / 43...