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Automation Direct SL9696 Series Quick Start Manual

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Quick Start Guide
Quick Start Guide
Quick Start Guide
Quick Start Guide
Quick Start Guide
SOLO Temperature Controller
SL9696 Series
2011-12-06
5011661506-S996
This Quick Start Guide provides basic information on setting up the SOLO temperature controller. For
advanced setup and communication control as well as free configuration software visit the
AutomationDirect web site at www.AutomationDirect.com.
Product Support and Configuration Software
• For product support, specifications, and installation troubleshooting, a complete
User Manual can be downloaded from the On-line Documentation area of the
AutomationDirect web site.
• For additional technical support and questions, call our Technical Support team
@ 1-800-633-0405 or 770-844-4200.
• Configuration software for the SOLO controller is available for free download
at www.AutomationDirect.com. The software allows communication and
programming for up to four controllers at the same time. Parameters, process
values, set points and temperature changes can be monitored with the soft-
ware. The setup data can be uploaded to the user's PC via RS-485 communi-
cation. The user can monitor the temperature changes of the
controllers from the "PV Monitor" Display.
3505 HUTCHINSON ROAD
CUMMING, GA 30040-5860

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Summary of Contents for Automation Direct SL9696 Series

  • Page 1 Quick Start Guide Quick Start Guide CUMMING, GA 30040-5860 SOLO Temperature Controller SL9696 Series 2011-12-06 5011661506-S996 This Quick Start Guide provides basic information on setting up the SOLO temperature controller. For advanced setup and communication control as well as free configuration software visit the AutomationDirect web site at www.AutomationDirect.com.
  • Page 2 Safety Information WARNING: To minimize the risk of potential safety problems, you should follow all applicable local and national codes that regulate the installation and operation of your equipment. These codes vary from area to area and it is your responsibility to determine which codes should be followed, and to verify that the equip- ment, installation, and operation are in compliance with the latest revision of these codes.
  • Page 3 General Description AutomationDirect’s SOLO is a single loop dual output temperature controller that can control both heating and cooling simultaneously. There are four types of control modes: PID, ON/OFF, Manual, and Ramp / Soak control. Depending upon the particular model of controller, the available outputs include relay, voltage pulse, current, and linear voltage.
  • Page 4 Specifications Specifications Input Power Requirements 100 to 240 VAC 50 / 60 Hz or 24 VDC Operation Voltage Range 85 to 264 VAC or 21.6 to 26.4 VDC Power Consumption 5 VA Max Memory Protection EEPROM 4K bit, number of writes 100,000 Control Mode PID, ON/OFF, Ramp / Soak control or Manual Input Accuracy...
  • Page 5 Box Contents and Unpacking Instructions • Unpack the SOLO temperature controller from its shipping carton. Included in the carton is the temperature controller, mounting brackets plus hardware and this Quick Start Guide. • Inspect all equipment for completeness. If anything is missing or damaged, immediately call the Automa- tionDirect returns department @ 1-800-633-0405.
  • Page 6 Mounting Instructions SOLO temperature controllers can be mounted through a cutout in an enclosure or panel by using the dimen- sions shown in Section 5. The directions for mounting the controller through a cutout are: 1. Insert the temperature controller through the panel cutout. 2.
  • Page 7 Terminal Identification WARNING! Electric shock danger To prevent electric shock, do not connect AC power to your device until all input and output connections are completed. SL9696-RRE SL9696-LRE & SL9696-VRE SL9696-LVE SL9696-CRE SL9696-VVE SL9696-CVE Sensor Input Power Input AC Powered 0 –...
  • Page 8 Display, LED and Key Pad PV Display: To display the process value or parameter type. SV Display: To display the set point, parameter operation read value manipulated variable or set value of the parameter. AT: Auto-tuning LED, flashes when the Auto-tuning operation is ON. OUT1 / OUT2: Output LED, lights when the output is ON.
  • Page 9 11-1 Thermocouple or RTD Input 1. Access the Initial Setup mode by pressing and holding the button for three seconds. In the parameter inpt , use the buttons to select the value that corresponds to the thermocouple or RTD type that will be attached to the controller.
  • Page 10 11-2 Voltage Input 1. Access the Initial Setup mode by pressing and holding the button for three seconds. In the parameter inpt , use the buttons to select the value that corresponds to the voltage input that will be applied to the controller. See the table for voltage specifications. Press the button to save the selected value.
  • Page 11 11-3 Current Input 1. Install the supplied 249 ohm resistor between terminal #9 and #10. 2. Access the Initial Setup mode by pressing and holding the button for three seconds. In the parameter inpt , use the buttons to select the value that corresponds to the current input that will be applied to the controller.
  • Page 12 12-1 PID Control Setup Note: Select the desired control mode before beginning PID Control Setup. pid0 pid3 There are four groups for storing PID parameters, (PID0) - (PID3). Press the button for pid0 less than three seconds and press the button repeatedly until the parameter appears.
  • Page 13 12-4 Cooling Loop with PID Control 1. Access the Initial Setup mode by pressing and holding the button for three seconds. Press the Ctrl button repeatedly until the parameter appears. Confirm the default value is selected for PID s-hC Cool control.
  • Page 14 12-6 Dual Heating / Cooling Loop with PID Control 1. Access the Initial Setup mode by pressing and holding the button for three seconds. Press the Ctrl button repeatedly until the parameter appears. Confirm the default value is selected for PID s-hC h1C2 control.
  • Page 15 12-7 Dual Heating / Cooling Loop with ON / OFF Control 1. Access the Initial Setup mode by pressing and holding the button for three seconds. Press the Ctrl onof button repeatedly until the parameter appears. Use the buttons to select for ON / OFF control and press the button to save the selected value.
  • Page 16 12-8 Dual Cooling / Heating Loop with PID Control 1. Access the Initial Setup mode by pressing and holding the button for three seconds. Press the Ctrl button repeatedly until the parameter appears. Confirm the default value is selected for PID s-hC h2C1 control.
  • Page 17 12-9 Dual Cooling / Heating Loop with ON / OFF Control 1. Access the Initial Setup mode by pressing and holding the button for three seconds. Press the Ctrl onof button repeatedly until the parameter appears. Use the buttons to select for ON / OFF control and press the button to save the selected value.
  • Page 18 12-10 Ramp / Soak Control 1. Access the Initial Setup mode by pressing and holding the button for three seconds. Press the Ctrl pro6 button repeatedly until the parameter appears. Use the buttons to select Ramp / Soak control. Press the button to save the selected value.
  • Page 19 Event Inputs Two event inputs are available with the SL-9696 series temperature controller. (See section 8 for terminal wiring) EVENT1 input is a normally open contact input that controls the output(s) of the controller. All controller outputs are disabled when an external contact for EVENT1 is closed. EVENT2 input is a normally open contact input that switches the setting value between two different values based on the state of the EVENT2.
  • Page 20 Alarm Outputs There are up to three groups of alarm outputs (ALA1, ALA2, ALA3*). Each alarm group can be programmed for one of seventeen different alarm types. To set up the first alarm output, press the button for three seconds. ALA1 Press the button repeatedly until the parameter...
  • Page 21 Error Display Information The chart below shows the possible error displays on the Solo temperature controller. Controller Error Display Display Position Display Meaning Cause Corrective Action The Solo controller displays this information for a few sec- Initialization The controller is in onds after power up.