Page 1
® Centipede 2 Module Temperature Control System With 7.0” Touchscreen Display (C2MOD-OI-7) Instruction Manual Read and understand this manual before operating or servicing this temperature control system. Failure to understand how to safely operate these controllers could result in an accident causing serious injury or death.
Quick Start Guide........................... 5 Installation ............................6 Connecting C2MOD-C Modules to Heaters ..................6 ® Understanding the Centipede 2 Touchscreen Interface (C2MOD-OI-7) ........7 Touchscreen Interface Mounting Instructions ................. 8 Operating the C2MOD-C Module......................8 Understanding the Status LED ....................... 9 ®...
Page 3
® Centipede 2 Module System Instructions The symbol above is used to call your attention to instructions concerning your personal safety. It points out important safety precautions. It means “ATTENTION! Become Alert! Your Personal Safety is involved!” Read the message that follows and be alert to the possibility of personal injury or death.
The Centipede 2 Touchscreen Interface Unit acts as a ® Modbus master for up to 128 Centipede 2 Modules. This unit displays real-time data for all zones and allows a user to modify the major settings, such as set- ®...
1) Install all heaters and ensure that the RTD is making good contact with the object being heated. 2) Connect modules to heaters. Connect each heater’s 6-pin power / RTD ® connector to each Centipede 2 module. 3) Connect each module in the string together using CAT5E communication cables.
® Centipede 2 Module System Instructions INSTALLATION Connecting C2MOD-C Modules to Heaters 1. Connect the 6-pin connector from the heating jacket to the C2MOD-C unit. This connector provides the control power and RTD temperature sensor input. 2. Plug in the CAT-5 connectors on each side of the module.
B. Status LED: See page 11 for an explanation. C. RJ45 Module Connections (Strings 1 through 4): Connect up to four separate strings of Centipede 2 modules (PN: C2MOD-C) utilizing CAT5 communication cables. Connect up to 64 modules per string (128 total modules).
® Centipede 2 Module System Instructions Touchscreen Interface Mounting Instructions C2MOD-OI-7 comes equipped with four 4-40 mounting screws and nuts for easy installation. Cut out a panel using the illustrations below. Panel C2MOD-OI-7 C2-FRAME Use 4-40 screws, washers and nuts for mounting Dimensions to cut a panel ®...
Module System Instructions OPERATING THE C2MOD-C MODULE Understanding the Status LED of the C2MOD-C ® Each Centipede 2 Module provides basic status of your heater system with its LED light found on the front. Green: Temperature is within the high and low limits, and no alarm conditions exist.
TOUCHSCREEN USER INTERFACE Starting Up ® With the power supplied to the Centipede 2 Operator Interface Unit, turn on the main power switch. The firmware version will initially be shown on the screen. Zone Discovery Every time the operator interface unit is powered on, a zone discovery procedure is executed.
Understanding the Operator Interface Status LED ® Operator Interface’s Status LED provides basic The Centipede 2 ® status of the entire Centipede 2 Module Network. Green: All the modules in the network are within their temperature limits and no errors exist.
® Centipede 2 Module System Instructions VIEW SYSTEM View performance and settings of each zone. Multi-Zone View Navigation A. Multi-Zone Display (10 zones at one time) Str: String number Zone: Zone number Temp: Actual temperature in °C ...
® Centipede 2 Module System Instructions Single-Zone View Touch any zone in the Multi-Zone view to go to the detailed Single-Zone View. A. Current Performance of Zone Temperature: Actual temperature in °C Power Duty Cycle: In % ...
® Centipede 2 Module System Instructions See page 22 for how to adjust scroll rate. Understanding the Status Codes Status Message Description No alarms present. Current actual temperature is above high Hi Temp alarm limit. Current temperature is below the low alarm Lo Temp limit.
® Centipede 2 Module System Instructions Edit a Single Zone Basic Navigation • Touch the desired field to program. See below for detailed instructions. • Saves parameters to selected module. • Exits out of Single Zone edit menu without saving. Returns to Single Zone view.
® Centipede 2 Module System Instructions GLOBAL PROGRAMMING Select one of the three choices: A. Global program ALL MODULES in a system B. Global program BY OUTPUT STRING (1 – 4) C. Reset to Default Settings NOTE: To determine which string you want to program, trace the CAT 5E communication cable to the Touchscreen Interface.
® Centipede 2 Module System Instructions Global Programming Parameters Basic Navigation • Touch the desired field to program. See below for detailed instructions. • Saves parameters to selected modules. Returns to Main Menu. • Exits out of Global Programming menu without saving. Returns to Main Menu.
Page 18
® Centipede 2 Module System Instructions Programming Low Alarm, Set Point, and High Alarm: 1. Touch the desired field. A numeric keyboard screen appears. 2. Input the desired temperature (0 to 325°C). Touch when complete. exits back to Global Programming menu.
® Centipede 2 Module System Instructions Reset Default Settings Getting There Main Menu Global Program Reset Default Setting • to confirm. • to cancel action and return to Global Programming menu. NOTE: Resetting to the default settings will erase all user defined settings stored in the system.
® Centipede 2 Module System Instructions OPTIONS/ SETUP A. General: General Options. Set O/I name, scroll rate, and date/time. See page 21. B. Network: Modbus settings. See page 24. C. Password Management: See page 25. D. Detect Zones: See page 26.
® Centipede 2 Module System Instructions General Options Getting There Main Menu Options / Set-up General Options Basic Navigation • Touch the desired field to program. See pages 22 to 23 for detailed instructions. • Saves General Option changes.
Page 22
® Centipede 2 Module System Instructions Change Operator Interface Name 1. Touch the O/I Name field. A keyboard screen appears. 2. Input the desired Operator Interface name (maximum 12 character including spaces). Touch when complete. exits back to General Options screen.
Page 23
® Centipede 2 Module System Instructions Change System Date and Time: NOTE: This function is used for time and date stamping of the error log. 1. Touch the Date / Clock field. The below menu appears. 2. Use the + and – buttons to change date and time. Touch the Exit icon when complete.
® Centipede 2 Module System Instructions Network Set-up Getting There Main Menu Options / Set-up Network Parameter Definitions • Address: Modbus address of the C2MOD-OI. Range: 0 to 255 • Enable: Toggles between Modbus RTU and LUI (Local User Interface) protocol.
® Centipede 2 Module System Instructions Password Management This menu: 1. Allows a user to set-up password protect mode 2. Log-in into admin mode (if password mode is enabled) to edit settings. Getting There Main Menu Options / Set-up Password MGT Basic Navigation •...
• Enter Password: Place to enter password when password mode is enabled. Used to log-in. The default password is ‘briskheat’. • Set New Password and Confirm New Password: Place to set a new password when user wants to permanently change the password. A keyboard screen appears.
® Centipede 2 Module System Instructions Alarm Setup User can set-up alarm contacts to remain in alarm position with heaters powered off until the user manually clears the alarm. Getting There Main Menu Options / Set-up Alarm Setup Alarm Latch Set-up •...
® Centipede 2 Module System Instructions Alarm Toggles Defines which errors are displayed on the operator interface. The only parameter that can be toggled OFF is the Lo Temp. Alarm Log Reset • Touch Alarm Log Reset icon to show ON status.
APPENDIX 1: FUSE REPLACEMENT Fuse should be replaced with properly rated fuse: 2 AMP @ 240VAC max. ® Do not replace fuse with live power applied to Centipede 2 Only authorized personnel should replace fuse. 1. Remove power from unit.
Customer supplied communication cable is required to utilize the RS-232C communications mode. ® The Centipede 2 requires a straight-through communication cable to use the Male DB9 connector to mate to the Female DB9 installed in the C2MOD-OI. RS-232 Communication Set-up 1.
® Centipede 2 Module System Instructions APPENDIX 3: ALARM RELAY INSTALLATION 1. Strip wires of outer shell leaving 6mm (¼”) of bare wire. 2. Insert wire into terminal and tighten. 3. Repeat process for remaining wires. Insulation Stranded Wire 6mm (1/4”) Alarm Latch Feature: This feature is user configurable.
Module System Instructions APPENDIX 4: TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Please read this guide prior to contacting BriskHeat. This guide is designed to answer the most commonly asked questions. If you are unable to identify the problem or need additional assistance, please contact us at 1-800-848-7673 (U.S.
Page 33
® Centipede 2 Module System Instructions ® BriskHeat Corporation. All rights reserved...
Page 34
® Centipede 2 Module System Instructions ® BriskHeat Corporation. All rights reserved...
Page 35
® Centipede 2 Module System Instructions ® BriskHeat Corporation. All rights reserved...
This remedy does not include labor costs for installation or removal of the equipment or parts covered by this warranty, and BriskHeat shall not be responsible for such labor costs.
Need help?
Do you have a question about the Centipede 2 and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers