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Summary of Contents for Acromag DT236-0600
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USB Programmable, DIN Rail Mount, Dual Isolated Transmitter/Signal Splitter w/ Passive DC Current/Voltage I/O and 2-Wire 4-20mA Outputs Model DT236-0600, DC Current & Low DC Voltage Inputs Model DT237-0600, DC ±1V/±10V Medium Voltage Inputs Model DT238-0600, DC ±15V/±150V High Voltage Battery Sources Inputs USER’S MANUAL...
TROUBLESHOOTING ..................26 Diagnostics Table ....................... 26 Service & Repair Assistance ....................28 ACCESSORIES ....................29 Software Interface Package ....................29 USB Isolator ........................29 USB A-B Cable ........................29 Acromag, Inc. Tel: 248-295-0880 - 2 - - 2 - https://www.acromag.com http://www.acromag.com...
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This is very important where property loss or human life is involved. It is important that you perform satisfactory overall system design and it is agreed between you and Acromag, that this is your responsibility.
2-wire current loops linearly proportional to their respective inputs. Means “Refer to User’s Manual The DT236-0600 is designed for DC Current (0-20mA/4-20mA) and Low Voltage DC (this manual) for additional signals (±0.5V/0-500mV). The DT237-0600 is designed for medium voltage DC information”...
DIN rail clip and use it as a lever to force the DIN rail spring clip down while pulling the bottom of the module outward until it disengages from the rail. Then simply lift it from the rail. Acromag, Inc. Tel: 248-295-0880 - 6 - - 6 - https://www.acromag.com...
Important – End Stops: For hazardous location installations (Class I, Division 2 or ATEX/IECEx Zone 2), it should utilize two end stops (see Acromag 1027-222) to help secure modules to the DIN rail (not shown).
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Model DT23x-0600 Dual Two-Wire DC I/V Input Transmitters Acromag, Inc. Tel: 248-295-0880 - 8 - - 8 - https://www.acromag.com http://www.acromag.com...
The two- wire transmitter output varies off earth ground by the voltage drop in the load resistance and lead-wire of the loop. Acromag, Inc. Tel: 248-295-0880 - 9 - - 9 - https://www.acromag.com...
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Failure to adhere to sound wiring and grounding practices as instructed may compromise safety, performance, and possibly damage the unit. Acromag, Inc. Tel: 248-295-0880 - 10 - - 10 - https://www.acromag.com...
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(such as an I/P current-to-pressure transducer), this may reduce output stability for that output. In this case, place a 0.1uF capacitor directly across the inductive load(s) and this will typically help alleviate the problem. Acromag, Inc. Tel: 248-295-0880 - 11 - - 11 - https://www.acromag.com...
USB connection (See Output/Power Connections). • USB Signal Isolation is Required (See Below) - You may use Acromag model USB-ISOLATOR to isolate your USB port, or you can optionally use another USB signal isolator that supports USB Full Speed operation (12Mbps).
Quick Overview – Android Reconfiguration This transmitter can be optionally setup & calibrated via the Acromag Agility™ Config Tool. This software APP can be downloaded free of charge from play.google.com. To connect to this transmitter, a USB OTG (On-The-Go) cable (5028-565) and USB A to Mini-B cable (4001-113) are required.
Quick Overview – Windows In addition to the optional Android Agility mobile app, this transmitter can Click “Open” to connect to the DT236-0600 and be configured and calibrated via USB your screen will look like this: Configuration Software and a USB connection to a Windows PC or laptop.
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You can click the “Restore Factory” buttons if you ever misconfigure or improperly calibrate a transmitter such that its operation appears erratic, or for sanitation purposes when decommissioning a module. Acromag, Inc. Tel: 248-295-0880 - 16 - - 16 - https://www.acromag.com...
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Help message pertaining to the item you pointed to. The CCOMMUNICATION STATUS message bar at the bottom of the screen will display status messages relative to polling. Acromag, Inc. Tel: 248-295-0880 - 17 - - 17 - https://www.acromag.com http://www.acromag.com...
DT237Config.exe, or DT238Config.exe software per your transmitter model to begin configuration of your unit (compatible with Windows 7 or later versions of the Windows operating system), or you may start the Agility mobile app (Android only). Acromag, Inc. Tel: 248-295-0880 - 18 - - 18 - https://www.acromag.com...
Dual Two-Wire DC I/V Input Transmitters Configuration Communication Connection (Start Here) After executing the Acromag Configuration software for your specific model, a Communication Setup screen like that shown at left will appear if you have not already connected to your transmitter via USB (note fields are blank and a red status message appears).
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500mV. The first and third terminals of the DT237 & DT238 models (TB1/TB3-1 and TB1-3/TB3-3) each support different nominal DC voltage ranges. Signal return is wired to the middle terminal between them (TB1/TB3-2). Acromag, Inc. Tel: 248-295-0880 - 20 - - 20 - https://www.acromag.com...
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“Status” field. Alternately, you may click “File” in the upper left corner to save your configuration settings to a file on your PC, for later reference. Acromag, Inc. Tel: 248-295-0880 - 21 - - 21 - https://www.acromag.com...
Once you input full-scale precisely, click the [OK] button of the prompt to calibrate full- scale and follow the on-screen prompts. Acromag, Inc. Tel: 248-295-0880 - 22 - - 22 - https://www.acromag.com...
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Conditions) and configuration settings. This does not restore calibration, only configuration. Alternately, this button can be used as a sanitation tool to restore the unit to its initial configuration. Acromag, Inc. Tel: 248-295-0880 - 23 - - 23 - https://www.acromag.com...
Communication status field. Note that this page polls the input ADC readings of the unit’s input channels, which does not include output DAC error. Acromag, Inc. Tel: 248-295-0880 - 24 - - 24 - https://www.acromag.com...
1 bias supply voltage inputs of different to ground, clipping the negative portion of the bipolar input 1 range. ranges. Acromag, Inc. Tel: 248-295-0880 - 25 - - 25 - https://www.acromag.com...
Verify that power is applied to the isolator. loop and that your loop power USB has not enumerated the Use the reset button on the Acromag USB supply voltages are sufficient to device. isolator to trigger renumeration of the supply over-scale current into the transmitter, or simply unplug and re-plug the loads (up to 0.024*Rl...
Acromag has automated test equipment that thoroughly checks and calibrates the performance of each transmitter and can restore firmware. Please refer to the Acromag Service Policy and Warranty Bulletin, or you may contact Acromag for complete details on how to obtain repair or replacement.
This is a 1 meter, USB A-miniB replacement cable for connection between the USB isolator and the TT/SP transmitter/splitter. It is normally included in TTC-SIP. Note that software for all TT/SP/DT Series models is available free of charge, online at www.acromag.com. Acromag, Inc. Tel: 248-295-0880 - 29 - - 29 - https://www.acromag.com...
Two 1027-222 End Stops for 35 mm DIN Rail mounting For hazardous location installations (Class I, Division 2 or ATEX/IECEx Zone 2), you can use two end stops (Acromag 1027-222) to help secure modules to 35mm DIN rail (not shown).
Note: An optional external sensor is required to monitor AC current signals for driving TB1/TB3-1 input A of the DT236 (see Acromag Model 5020-350). This toroidal sensor generates 0 to 11.17mA DC to drive the DC current input of this model with AC input current passing through its primary (see Table 2 of page 33 for scaling the AC current by number of primary turns).
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(DT237 & DT238 similar). See also Normal Mode Noise Rejection and Output Response Time. Bandwidth (-3dB) per Input Filter Setting MODEL None (dB) Low (dB) Med (dB) High (dB) DT236 16Hz 100mHz Acromag, Inc. Tel: 248-295-0880 - 32 - - 32 - https://www.acromag.com http://www.acromag.com...
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1-bit every time you halve the range. So be careful not to diminish resolution below 12-bits minimum (1 part in 4096) for rated performance. Acromag, Inc. Tel: 248-295-0880 - 33 - - 33 - https://www.acromag.com...
AC Input Overload: The sensor will withstand overload conditions as follows: • 20 times full scale for 0.01 seconds. • 10 times full scale for 0.1 seconds. • 5 times full scale for 1.0 second. Acromag, Inc. Tel: 248-295-0880 - 34 - - 34 - https://www.acromag.com http://www.acromag.com...
(DT236 models optionally support AC current input at signal splitter. Channel 1 loop input path A when wired for use with Acromag AC Current Sensor 5020-350). power must be present in any Output Accuracy: Accuracy is typically better than 0.05% of span (0.1% Max) for mode.
USB 2.0 compatible. Transient Protection: Adds transient voltage protection on USB power & data lines. Inrush Current Limiting: Includes series inrush current limiting at USB power. Cable Length/Connection Distance: 5.0meters maximum. Acromag, Inc. Tel: 248-295-0880 - 36 - - 36 - https://www.acromag.com...
OFF is normal, blinks for fault, or blinks once if the loop power is lost or the loop is opened. Acromag, Inc. Tel: 248-295-0880 - 37 - - 37 - https://www.acromag.com...
5) Conducted RF Immunity (CRFI), per IEC 61000-4-6. This is a Class B Product with Emissions per BS EN 61000-6-3: 1) Enclosure Port, per CISPR 16. 2) Low Voltage AC Mains Port, per CISPR 14, 16. Acromag, Inc. Tel: 248-295-0880 - 38 - - 38 - https://www.acromag.com...
OFF is normal and this LED will only blink one time if loop power is lost or the loop is opened. Acromag, Inc. Tel: 248-295-0880 - 39 - - 39 - https://www.acromag.com...
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