2 Table of Contents Overall Illustration of the RTA6 ............... 2 Table of Contents ..................3 Explanation of Symbols ................4 Product ...................... 5 4.1 Function of the Relay/Trigger/Analog Slide-in Module ......5 4.2 Requirements for the Use of the RTA6 Slide-in Module ....... 6 4.3 Connections for Relay, Trigger, and Analog outputs ......
3 Explanation of Symbols Safety note Requirement → Request Notice ➢ Result Reference to the legend of the overall illustration of the RTA6 (page 2) Back Text displayed within a software - 4 –...
4 Product 4.1 Function of the Relay/Trigger/Analog Slide-in Module The relay/trigger/analog slide-in module ES 500 RTA6 is a universal trigger output ® interface for the data logger ALMEMO 500, featuring up to 10 input /output interfaces (standard 4 solid-state relays (normally open contact) and 2 trigger inputs, optionally featuring further relays and/or analog outputs.
4 Product 4.2 Requirements for the Use of the RTA6 Slide-in Module The RTA 6 slide-in module can be used starting with software version 1.2.4 of the CPU card. The measuring circuit boards must feature the revision number R3 or higher.
4 Product 4.3.1 Relays The output relays can directly be addressed via the data logger in case of an alarm or via interface commands. The function of every relay can be configured arbitrarily. The assignment of the limit value to the relay is programmable in the sensor via the data logger.
4 Product 4.3.2 Trigger inputs The trigger inputs P8 and P9 can be addressed via an optocoupler with a voltage level of 4 V to 30 V. In case potential-free switching contacts are used, the optocouplers must be wired-up according to the supply U+ and U- (see image below).
5 How to use the RTA6 Slide-in Module In case the RTA6 slide-in module was delivered together with the data logger, the address of the RTA slide-in module is already preset and the RTA slide-in module is plugged into a RTA appropriate slide-in location. In case the RTA6 sot was delivered separately from the data logger (e.g.
5 How to use the RTA6 Slide-in Module 5.2 Set the RTA6 Slide-in Module Address → In case the RTA6 slide-in module is plugged into the data logger, remove the RTA6 slide-in module from the data logger housing, see chapter 5.7 Remove RTA6 Slide-in module from the Housing of the Data Logger.
5 How to use the RTA6 Slide-in Module ® 5.4 Plug in the ALMEMO Clamping Connector ! The data logger must be switched off. ® 1. Connect the peripherical devices to the ALMEMO clamping connector (see chapter 5.1 Connection of the Peripherals to the ALMEMO® clamping connector).
5 How to use the RTA6 Slide-in Module 5.5.2 Set the Relay Port Assignment Relays close/open in case a limit value has been under-, respectively overshoot at a specific measuring channel Assigned, sourcing channel By using the function the relay can be opened or closed as a limit value action of a measuring channel.
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5 How to use the RTA6 Slide-in Module assigned, sourcing channel. 9. Tap on ➢ In the line Contact the current status of the relay will be displayed. ➢ In case of a sensor break in the selected measuring channel, the relay will be closed and the Active LED of the port will light.
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5 How to use the RTA6 Slide-in Module ➢ In case the limit value Max is being overshot, the relay will be closed and the Active LED of the port lights. 10. If you wish that the relay shall normally pull in and in case of alarm and Inversion power failure the relay shall drop out, tick the checkbox next to The Inverse LED of the port will light when the port is inverted.
5 How to use the RTA6 Slide-in Module 11. If you wish that the relay shall normally pull in and in case of alarm and Inversion power failure the relay shall drop out, tick the checkbox next to The Inverse LED of the port will light when the port is inverted. In case you want to close or open the relays manually, the Watchdog function needs to be disabled.
5 How to use the RTA6 Slide-in Module Start-Stop By using the function the measurement will be started respectively stopped as soon as a signal has been transmitted via the trigger input to the data logger. Start-St. level triggered By using the function the measurement will be started as long as a signal is transmitted via the trigger input to the data logger.
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5 How to use the RTA6 Slide-in Module > Port list. 6. Tap on the arrow in the line > 7. Tap on the arrow in the line of the port you want to set. Variant. 8. Tap on the field next to Assigned, sourcing channel.
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5 How to use the RTA6 Slide-in Module Back 16. Tap on until you reach the home screen. 17. In the home screen of the app, tap on the button > Device list. 18. Tap on the arrow in the line >...
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5 How to use the RTA6 Slide-in Module Locking 1 that way, you need to untick the checkbox next to and tick the Analog output 4-20 instead of 0-20 mA checkbox next to In case the checkbox in the line analog output 4-20 instead of 0-20 is ticked and the type 0 to 10 is set in the analog output, the selected measuring range will be transmitted between analog start and analog end, scaled to 2 to 10.
5 How to use the RTA6 Slide-in Module ➢ The control of the analog output via the interface is only possible in the ® Transparent Mode (see Supplementary Instruction Manual ALMEMO Transparent Mode). 5.6 Enable or disable the Watchdog Function If the Watchdog function is enabled, all relays will drop out and all analog outputs will transmit 0 V respectively 0 mA in case the control of the data logger or the control of controlled relays or analog outputs...
5 How to use the RTA6 Slide-in Module Disable Watchdog Function → Follow the steps 1 to 4 of the section Enable Watchdog Function. → Untick the checkbox next to Watchdog. ➢ The Watchdog function is disabled. ➢ The line Watchdog Status will no longer be visible. 5.7 Remove RTA6 Slide-in Module from the Housing of the Data Logger ! The data logger must be switched off.
6 Technical Data RTA6 Slide-in Module ES 500-RTA6 Optocoupler 4 to 30 V, Ri > 3 kΩ Trigger inputs Solid-state relay 50 V, 0.5 A, 1 Ω Relay Analog outputs 10 V or 20 mA (programmable) 16 bit DAC, galvanically isolated 0.0...10.0 V 0.5 mV/digit, load >...
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Notes Besides greatest diligence, the possibility of incorrect information cannot be excluded! Subject to technical modifications without prior notice! - 27 –...
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