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Preface Using this Manual Chapter Objectives Read this chapter to familiarize yourself with the rest of the Dataliner DL5 Slave Message Display manual. You will learn about: • contents of this manual • intended audience • conventions used • related publications Overview of this Manual This manual describes how to install and use your DL5 Slave display.
Using this Manual Intended Audience No specialized knowledge is required to configure and install the DL5 slave display. However, we assume the following: • The person responsible for equipment connections is familiar with standard wiring practices and electrical codes in your area. •...
Chapter Introduction to the DL5 Slave Chapter Objectives This chapter describes the DL5 Slave display and summarizes its capabilities. The following topics are included in this chapter: • DL5 Slave description • Operating modes • Features • Typical configurations Description The DL5 Slave displays are available in one-line and two-line versions.
Introduction to the DL5 Slave Operating Modes The DL5 Slave has four operating modes: • DL Slave • PV Slave • Terminal • Diagnostic DL (Dataliner) Slave Mode Use this mode when connecting one or more DL5 slaves to a DL40 Plus master display, PLC or SLC controller.
Introduction to the DL5 Slave Features DL5 Slave displays have these features: 14 Segment Matrix Characters One or Two-Line Vacuum Fluorescent Display Operate (up) DIP Switch (Operate/Configure) Position 2 Not Used Operates on standard Configure 12-24V DC (down) RS-232 Port Publication 2706-6.4...
Introduction to the DL5 Slave Typical Configurations Here are some of the most typical applications: DL40 Plus to DL5 Slave DL5 Slave SYSTEM CHECK NORMAL DL40 Plus (Master) Note: You can use either the RS-232 (point-to-point) RS-232 or the RS-485 port. PRESS #1 STOPPED You cannot use both ports RS-485 (multi-drop)
Chapter Installation and Startup Chapter Objectives This chapter describes how to mount and make electrical connections to the DL5 Slave display. The following topics are described: • Mounting Instructions • Panel Cutout Dimensions • Power Connections • Powerup Sequence Mounting the DL5 Slave The following pages provide panel cutout dimensions and overall dimensions for the DL5 Slave displays.
Installation and Startup Panel Cutout Dimensions All dimensions are in inches (millimeters) 5.75 (146.1) 5.38 (136.7) 2.25 (57.2) Full Size Cutout Template 1.12 (28.6) 1.31 (33.3) 2.88 (73.2) 0.171 (4.3) Diameter, 4-places DL5 Mounting Dimensions All dimensions are in inches (millimeters) 3.12 Front (79.3)
Installation and Startup Electrical Precautions Install the DL5 Slave display conforming to NFPA 70E, Electrical Safety Requirements for Employee Workplaces. In addition to the NFPA general guidelines, refer to the following: Careful cable routing helps minimize electrical noise. Route incoming power to the module by a separate path from the communication cables.
Installation and Startup Hazardous Location Installations ATTENTION: THIS EQUIPMENT IS SUITABLE FOR USE IN CLASS I, DIVISION 2, GROUPS A, B, C AND D, OR NON-HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS ONLY. ATTENTION: EXPLOSION HAZARD - SUBSTITUTION OF COMPONENTS MAY IMPAIR SUITABILITY FOR CLASS 1, DIVISION 2. ATTENTION: EXPLOSION HAZARD - DO NOT CONNECT OR DISCONNECT EQUIPMENT UNLESS POWER HAS BEEN SWITCHED OFF OR...
Installation and Startup DL5 Slave to DL40 Plus Master RS-232 Port Connect a single DL5 slave to a DL40 Plus master as shown below. You can also use the DTAM Plus programming cable (Catalog No. 2707-NC2) with a male-female pin adapter. DL40 Plus Master DL5 Slave Signal Ground...
Installation and Startup DL5 Slave to 1771-DB BASIC Module BASIC Module DL5 Slave RS-232 Peripheral Port RS-232 Port Shield TXD (RS-232 Out) RXD (RS-232 In) Signal Ground Signal Ground DL5 Slave to 1746-BAS BASIC Module DL5 Slave BASIC Module RS-232 Port RS-232 PRT1 Port Shield No Connection...
Installation and Startup DL5 Slave to PLC-5 Channel 0 Connect the DL5 Slave to a PLC-5 Channel 0 port as shown below. You can also use programming cable (Catalog No. 2706-NC12). PLC-5 Channel 0 DL5 Slave 25 Pin D Shell Connector RS-232 Port No Connection No Connection...
Installation and Startup Power Connections Before making power connections, make sure that the power is turned off. The DL5 Slave requires 12-24Volts DC, 250-125 mA (300mA inrush). Common 12-24V DC ATTENTION: Improper wiring of the power connections may result in damage to the DL5 Slave. The DL5 Slave does not contain any fuses.
Installation and Startup Startup Sequence When power is applied to the DL5 Slave a powerup sequence of displays are shown. The first display on powerup is the sign-on banner identifying the hardware and firmware: D L5 SLA VE 2L V1.00 04/02/99 Following the sign-on banner, all of the display pixels are turned on for 2 seconds followed by a series of informational messages indicating the...
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Chapter Configuring the DL5 Slave Chapter Objectives This chapter describes how to configure the DL5 display using an ASCII programming terminal or personal computer running a terminal emulation program such as HyperTerminal (Windows 95 or 98). Configuring a DL5 Slave You can configure a DL5 Slave with: •...
Configuring the DL5 Slave Using Terminal Emulation If you don’t have an ASCII programming terminal, you can use your computer with a terminal emulation program such as HyperTerminal. The following example shows HyperTerminal, other terminal programs will be similar. 5. Locate the HyperTerminal or other program on your computer. Often the terminal emulation programs can be found on the Start>Accessories menu.
Configuring the DL5 Slave Configuring a DL5 Slave 1. Connect the DL5 Slave to a communication port on your computer or programming terminal. Use cable (Catalog No. 2706-NC13) for Message Display standard 9-pin connections or cable (catalog No. 2706-NC12) for 25-pin connections.
Configuring the DL5 Slave DL5 Configuration Options The following items can be selected or entered from the configuration menu: Run Mode Use the [SpaceBar] to select from the following run modes: • DL Slave Mode • PV Slave Mode • Terminal Mode •...
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Chapter Dataliner (DL) Slave Mode Chapter Objectives This chapter describes the operation of the DL5 Slave in DL Slave Mode and contains the following topics: • Slave mode description • Slave mode protocol • Example messages • Display options • Clearing one or more lines Slave Mode Operation DL Slave Mode is selected through the configuration menu as described in...
Dataliner (DL) Slave Mode Address The address of the slave display that will receive the message. This is a single byte character from 1 to 127 decimal (01 through 7F hex). Note: Do not use 13 (0Dhex) or 18 (12hex) as an address. These are reserved and the DL5 automatically converts these addresses to 127 (7F hex).
Dataliner (DL) Slave Mode Display Options Use the following control codes in the message text for flash and reset functions. Any other control codes are ignored. [Ctrl][F] Control-F (06 hex) is the flash code. Send this code when you want all the characters on the line to flash.
Chapter PanelView (PV) Slave Mode Chapter Objectives This chapter describes the operation of the DL5 Slave in the PV Mode. The following topics are described: • PV Slave Mode description • PV Mode protocol • Display options PV Slave Mode Use the PanelView (PV) Slave Mode to send the DL5 Slave messages from a PanelView operator terminal.
PanelView (PV) Slave Mode Display Options Use the following control codes to control the appearance of messages displayed in PV Mode. [Ctrl][F] (06 hex) Flash command. Send the [Ctrl][F] command when you want the display characters to flash. Following the first flash code, all the characters on the display will flash.
PanelView (PV) Slave Mode Line Display Characteristics The PanelView Slave mode has two special display characteristics that make messages easier to read: Line to Line Delay After each individual line is displayed, there is a one second pause before the next line is displayed. This delay provides time for each line to be read. Cursor Movement Command Delay Line wrap, carriage return, line feed and form feed operations are not executed immediately.
Chapter Terminal Mode Chapter Objectives This chapter describes the operation of the DL5 Slave in Terminal Mode and contains the following topics: • Terminal mode operation • Protocol Terminal Mode Operation Terminal mode allows more control over messages than the basic Slave Mode setting.
Terminal Mode Terminal Mode Protocol Message text and control codes are sent serially to the DL5 Slave in terminal mode. The following control codes are used: Cursor Up (Ctrl-K ) (0B hex) Positions the cursor directly above the current cursor position. If the cursor is on the first line, the cursor is moved to the last line on the display.
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Terminal Mode Delete Line (Esc and then R) (1B, 52 hex) Clears the current line. The cursor remains at its current position. Insert Line (Esc and then E) (1B, 45 hex) Moves the current line and all lines below it down one line (text on bottom line is lost).
Chapter Diagnostic Mode Chapter Objectives This chapter describes the operation of the DL5 Slave in the Diagnostic Mode. Use the diagnostic mode to verify communications with a host device. Diagnostic mode displays the exact data being sent by a host device.
Appendix Specifications Display Characters Character Height One line display 5.31 mm (0.209 inch) Two line display 5.94 mm (0.234 inch) Character Set Alphanumeric Upper Case Only Characters per Display Line Viewing Distance - Approximate 3 meters (10 feet) Character Type Vacuum fluorescent, 14 segment characters.
Specifications Certifications Listings UL listed for UL-508 Industrial Control Equipment Class I, Groups A, B, C, and D Division 2, Hazardous Locations Listed for Canadian Safety Standards Class 1, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D Hazardous Location Publication 2706-6.4...
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Index I-iii temperature operating ranges A-1 terminal mode 1-2 clear screen 6-2 cursor down 6-2 cursor home 6-2 cursor left 6-2 cursor return 6-2 cursor right 6-2 cursor up 6-2 de-energize relay 6-3 delete line 6-3 display status 6-3 flashing mode 6-3 insert line 6-3 line feed 6-2 new line 6-2...
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