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Automation Direct C-more EA1-T4CL Hardware User Manual

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C-more 6" Color Micro-Graphic Panel
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C-more 6" Color Micro-Graphic Panel
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C-more 4" Color Micro-Graphic Panel
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C-more 6" Color Micro-Graphic Panel Installed in a
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C-more 6" Color Micro-Graphic Panel Installed in a
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  • Page 1 4-inch and 6-inch Color Micro-Graphic Panels ® Hardware User Manual EA1-TCL-M C-more 6” Color Micro-Graphic Panel shown in Portrait Mode C-more 6” Color Micro-Graphic Panel shown in Landscape Mode C-more 4” Color Micro-Graphic Panel shown in Landscape Mode C-more 6” Color Micro-Graphic Panel Installed in a 21-button Portrait Keypad Bezel EA-MG6-BZ2P C-more 6”...
  • Page 2 ® Graphic Color Panels EA1-T4CL & EA1-T6CL HARDWARE USER MANUAL Please include the Manual Number and the Manual Issue, both shown below, when communicating with Technical Support regarding this publication. Manual Number: EA1-TCL-M Issue: 2nd Edition Issue Date: 10/10 Publication History Issue Date Description of Changes...
  • Page 3 ~ WARNING ~ Thank you for purchasing automation equipment from Automationdirect.com ® , doing business as, AutomationDirect. We want your new automation equipment to operate safely. Anyone who installs or uses this equipment should read this publication (and any other relevant publications) before installing or operating the equipment.
  • Page 4 ADVERTENCIA Gracias por comprar equipo de automatización de Automationdirect.com ® . Deseamos que su nuevo equipo de automatización opere de manera segura. Cualquier persona que instale o use este equipo debe leer esta publicación (y cualquier otra publicación pertinente) antes de instalar u operar el equipo. Para reducir al mínimo el riesgo debido a problemas de seguridad, debe seguir todos los códigos de seguridad locales o nacionales aplicables que regulan la instalación y operación de su equipo.
  • Page 5 ~ AVERTISSEMENT ~ ® Nous vous remercions d'avoir acheté l'équipement d'automatisation de Automationdirect.com , en faisant des affaires comme, AutomationDirect. Nous tenons à ce que votre nouvel équipement d'automatisation fonctionne en toute sécurité. Toute personne qui installe ou utilise cet équipement doit lire la présente publication (et toutes les autres publications pertinentes) avant de l'installer ou de l'utiliser.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    ABLE OF ONTENTS Chapter 1: Getting Started ....... . .1–1 Introduction .
  • Page 7 Table of Contents Chapter 2: Specifications ........2–1 Available Models .
  • Page 8 Table of Contents Information Menu ...........5–6 Setting Menu .
  • Page 9 Table of Contents Chapter 7: Maintenance ........7–1 Project Backup .
  • Page 10 Table of Contents Appendix A: PLC Protocol Error Codes ......A–1 Introduction ............A–2 C-more Micro-Graphic Panel Error Code Table .
  • Page 11 HAPTER HAPTER ETTING TARTED In This Chapter... Introduction ............1–2 Conventions Used .

  • Page 12: Chapter 1: Getting Started

    Chapter 1: Getting Started Introduction The Purpose of this Manual Thank you for purchasing from our C-more ® Micro-Graphic family of products. This manual describes AutomationDirect.com’s C-more Color Micro-Graphic panels, specifications, included components and available accessories and provides you with important information for installation, connectivity and setup.

  • Page 13: Conventions Used

    Chapter 1: Getting Started Conventions Used When you see the “notepad” icon in the left-hand margin, the paragraph to its immediate right will be a special note. The word NOTE: in boldface will mark the beginning of the text. When you see the “exclamation mark” icon in the left-hand margin, the paragraph to its immediate right will be a warning.

  • Page 14: Product Overview - Ea1-T4Cl

    Chapter 1: Getting Started Product Overview - EA1-T4CL EA1-T4CL The C-more 4” Color Micro-Graphic panel has a 4.1-inch TFT LCD color 320 x 240 dot display with an LED backlight. It features five user-defined function keys, each key with a user-defined red LED indicator.

  • Page 15: Product Overview - Ea1-T6Cl

    Chapter 1: Getting Started Product Overview - EA1-T6CL EA1-T6CL EA1-T6CL shown in Landscape (Horizontal) mode shown in Portrait (Vertical) mode The C-more 6” Color Micro-Graphic panel has a 5.7-inch TFT LCD color 320 x 240 dot display with an LED backlight. It features five user-defined function keys, each key with a user-defined red LED indicator.

  • Page 16: Part Number Key

    Chapter 1: Getting Started Part Number Key Panel Part Number Key The C-more Micro-Graphic panel part numbers consist of the following: Display Size: 3: 3.1” Display Color: 4: 4.1“ M: Monochrome 6: 5.7” C: Color Series Name: Backlight Type: EA1: C more Micro Graphic L: LED EA1-T6CL Display Type:...

  • Page 17: Quick Start Steps

    Chapter 1: Getting Started Quick Start Steps Step 1 – Unpack and Inspect a.) Unpack the C-more Color Micro-Graphic panel from its shipping carton. Included in the carton are the following: • C-more Color Micro-Graphic panel • DC power connector •...

  • Page 18: Step 2 - Install Optional Hardware Accessories

    Chapter 1: Getting Started Step 2 – Install Optional Hardware Accessories (EA1-T6CL) The C-more 6” Micro-Graphic panel can be mounted in an optional 20 or 21 button keypad bezel. Below is an example of a C-more 6” Micro-Graphic panel being assembled with the optional EA-MG6-BZ2 20-button Keypad Bezel.

  • Page 19: Step 3 - Become Familiar With Available Communication Ports

    Chapter 1: Getting Started Step 3 – Become Familiar with Available Communication Ports The C-more Color Micro-Graphic panel includes a built-in USB Type B port used to communicate with a PC during project development. There is a 15-pin RS-232/RS-422/RS- 485 port for communications to a PLC. NOTE: When the panel is powered through Port1 from a connected PC, the screen brightness is diminished because the panel is running in Low-Power Mode.

  • Page 20: Step 4 - Install C-More Color Micro-Graphic Panel

    Chapter 1: Getting Started Step 4 – Install C-more Color Micro-Graphic Panel The C-more Micro-Graphic panel can be mounted through a cutout in an enclosure by using the template that is provided with the panel, or using the dimensions that follow. Cutout dimensions for the C-more 6”...
  • Page 21 Chapter 1: Getting Started EA1-T6CL Panel and Accessories Cutouts 0.260 +0 04 6.339 [6.6] +0 04 0 00 4.811 0.260 0 00 161.0 [6.6] 122.2 0.256 0.256 0.260 [6.5] [6.5] [6.6] R .118 [R3] 0.256 CUTOUT [6.5] OUTLINE R .118 [R3] CUTOUT BEZEL OUTLINE...

  • Page 22: Enclosure Clearances

    Chapter 1: Getting Started Enclosure Clearances In all installations, a 1.2” [30mm] minimum clearance is required inside an enclosure for proper ventilation of the C-more Micro-Graphic panel. Enclosure Enclosure Enclosure [30.0] [30.0] [30.0] [30.0] [30.0] [30.0] MOD L EA -T CL PU : 2 24V 5W C a s2 I T D...

  • Page 23: Step 5 - Install The Programming Software And Develop A Project

    Chapter 1: Getting Started Step 5 – Install the Programming Software and Develop a Project Following are the minimum system requirements for running C-more Micro-Graphic Programming Software, EA-MG-PGMSW, on a PC: • Personal Computer with a 333 MHz or higher processor (CPU) clock speed recommended; Intel®...

  • Page 24: Step 6 - Connect C-More Color Micro-Graphic Panel To Computer

    Chapter 1: Getting Started Step 6 – Connect C-more Color Micro-Graphic Panel to Computer NOTE: Install C-more Micro-Graphic Programming software before connecting the panel to the PC to ensure the panel drivers install correctly. Use a programming cable such as USB-CBL-AB6 from a USB port type A on the project development PC to the USB port type B on the C-more Color Micro Graphic Panel as shown below.

  • Page 25: Step 7 - Providing Power To The C-More Color Micro-Graphic Panel

    Chapter 1: Getting Started Step 7 – Providing Power to the C-more Color Micro-Graphic Panel Power can be supplied to the C-more Micro-Graphic panel in one of three different ways. 1). The panel is powered by a 1 Amp @ 12-24 VDC power source in normal operation. 2).

  • Page 26: Step 8 - Accessing The C-More Color Micro-Graphic Panel Setup Screens

    Chapter 1: Getting Started Step 8 – Accessing the C-more Color Micro-Graphic Panel Setup Screens To access the Setup Menu of the panel’s setup screens, press the the BAK [F1] and ENT [F5] function keys simultaneously for three (3) seconds. From the Setup Menu, information about the panel can be obtained, settings can be adjusted, and panel functions can be tested.

  • Page 27: Step 9 - Choose C-More Color Micro-Graphic Panel To Plc Protocol & Cables

    Chapter 1: Getting Started Step 9 – Choose C-more Color Micro-Graphic Panel to PLC Protocol & Cables PLC Drivers Available PLC Protocols Serial - port2 only AutomationDirect Productivity Series Allen-Bradley DF1 Full Duplex AutomationDirect CLICK Allen-Bradley PLC5 DF1 AutomationDirect K-sequence Allen-Bradley DH485 AutomationDirect DirectNET GE SNPX (90/30, 90/70, Micro 90, VersaMax Micro)

  • Page 28: Step 10 - Connect C-More Color Micro-Graphic Panel To Plc

    Chapter 1: Getting Started Step 10 – Connect C-more Color Micro-Graphic Panel to PLC Connect the serial communications cable between the C-more Micro-Graphic panel and the PLC. The panel can be connected to the PLC via the panel’s built-in 15-pin serial communications port with either RS-232, RS-422 or RS-485 communications.
  • Page 29 HAPTER HAPTER PECIFICATIONS In This Chapter... Available Models ........... .2–2 EA1-T4CL Specifications .

  • Page 30: Chapter 2: Specifications

    Chapter 2: Specifications Available Models The C-more Color Micro-Graphic panels expand the next generation of HMI panels brought to you by AutomationDirect. They have been designed to display and interchange graphical data from a PLC by viewing, using the function keys, or touching the screen. See Chapter 3: Accessories for details on the available accessories for the C-more Color Micro-Graphic panels.

  • Page 31: Ea1-T4Cl Specifications

    Chapter 2: Specifications EA1-T4CL Specifications Specifications 320 x 240 dots LCD display (Landscape Mode), Description: Five user defined keypad function buttons, and five user defined LED's Display: • Type 4.1" TFT Color LCD, graphical characters 320 (W) x 240 (H) dots (Landscape Mode) •...
  • Page 32 Chapter 2: Specifications EA1-T4CL Specifications (cont’d) Specifications (cont’d) Screen Objects: Push Button, Switch, Indicator Button, Indicator Light, Graphic Indicator Light, Numeric Display, Numeric Entry, Inc/Dec Value, Bar Graph, Bitmap Button, Static Bitmap, Dynamic • Functional Devices Bitmap, Multi-State Bitmap, Recipe Button, Radio Button, Tri-State Button Static Text, Lookup Text, Dynamic Text, Scroll Text, Screen Change Push Button, Screen Selector, Adjust Contrast, Function Key Configuration Object, Real Time Graphics Line Graph, Analog Meter.

  • Page 33: Ea1-T6Cl Specifications

    Chapter 2: Specifications EA1-T6CL Specifications Specifications 320 x 240 dots LCD display (Landscape Mode), Description: Five user defined keypad function buttons, and five user defined LED's Display: • Type 5.7" TFT Color LCD, graphical characters 320 (W) x 240 (H) dots (Landscape Mode) •...
  • Page 34 Chapter 2: Specifications EA1-T6CL Specifications (cont’d) Specifications (cont’d) Screen Objects: Push Button, Switch, Indicator Button, Indicator Light, Graphic Indicator Light, Numeric Display, Numeric Entry, Inc/Dec Value, Bar Graph, Bitmap Button, Static Bitmap, Dynamic • Functional Devices Bitmap, Recipe Button, Static Text, Lookup Text, Dynamic Text, Screen Change Push Button, Screen Selector, Adjust Contrast, Function, Key Configuration Object, Real Time Graphics Line Graph, Analog Meter.

  • Page 35: Ea1-T4Cl Panel Dimensions

    Chapter 2: Specifications EA1-T4CL Panel Dimensions Panel Dimensions Units: Inches [mm] 3.58 [91.0] MOUNTING CLIP (4) places 2.04 GASKET 1.81 1.25 [51.7] [31.8] [45.9] 4.31 [109.5] [8.7] 4.36 3.58 [110.8] [91.0] Enclosure Thickness Mounting Clip Screw Torque MOUNTING CLIP SCREW TORQUE RANGE ENCLOSURE MOUNTING 21 - 28 oz-in [0.15-0.2 Nm] THICKNESS RANGE...

  • Page 36: Ea1-T6Cl Panel Dimensions

    Chapter 2: Specifications EA1-T6CL Panel Dimensions 6.295 Panel Dimensions [159.9] MOUNTING CLIP Units: Inches [mm] (4) places 2.13 1.453 GASKET 1.689 [54.1] [36.9] [42.9] 6.850 .236 [174.0] [6.0] Units: Inches [mm] 5.331 4.770 [135.4] [121.3] Enclosure Thickness Mounting Clip Screw Torque MOUNTING CLIP SCREW TORQUE RANGE ENCLOSURE MOUNTING...

  • Page 37: Communications Port

    Chapter 2: Specifications Communications Port Expansion Connector USB Type B Programming Port1 R**. R**. MODEL EA1 T4CL MODEL EA1 T4CL NPUT: 2-24V NPUT: 2-24V 0 19 0 38A 0 19 0 38A C a s2 C a s2 Date code:9048 Date code:9048 7M17 7M17...

  • Page 38: Chemical Compatibility

    Chapter 2: Specifications Chemical Compatibility The C-more Micro-Graphic panels are built of three different materials that may be exposed to elements outside of the enclosure. The panel’s screen has a polyester (PET) surface. The bezel uses ABS plastic materials and the panel’s gasket is a silicone rubber material. The following tables are provided to make you aware of the general compatibility between chemicals that may be present in your work environment and the various materials used in the manufacture of the panel.
  • Page 39 Chapter 2: Specifications Chemical Compatibility (cont’d) Bezel Key Sheet – Screen Sheet – PC Bezel – ABS Gasket – Silicone Chemicals [Density %, [Density %, [Density %, [Density %, Temperature °C] Temperature °C] Temperature °C] Temperature °C] Ammonia liquid Good [12%] Not Usable Ammonia water [28%] Not Usable...
  • Page 40 Chapter 2: Specifications Chemical Compatibility (cont’d) Bezel Key Sheet– Screen Sheet – PC Bezel – ABS Gasket – Silicone Chemicals [Density %, [Density %, [Density %, [Density %, Temperature °C] Temperature °C] Temperature °C] Temperature °C] Butane Excellent Butter Good Butyl acetate Not Usable Butyl acrylate...
  • Page 41 Chapter 2: Specifications Chemical Compatibility (cont’d) Bezel Key Sheet – Screen Sheet – PC Bezel – ABS Gasket – Silicone Chemicals [Density %, [Density %, [Density %, [Density %, Temperature °C] Temperature °C] Temperature °C] Temperature °C] Citric acid Good Cocoanut oil Good Concentrated HCI...
  • Page 42 Chapter 2: Specifications Chemical Compatibility (cont’d) Bezel Key Sheet – Screen Sheet – PC Bezel – ABS Gasket – Silicone Chemicals [Density %, [Density %, [Density %, [Density %, Temperature °C] Temperature °C] Temperature °C] Temperature °C] Ethylene oxide Not Usable Fatty acid Good Ferric chloride...
  • Page 43 Chapter 2: Specifications Chemical Compatibility (cont’d) Bezel Key Sheet – Screen Sheet – PC Bezel – ABS Gasket – Silicone Chemicals [Density %, [Density %, [Density %, [Density %, Temperature °C] Temperature °C] Temperature °C] Temperature °C] Hydrocyanic acid Excellent [10, 20 °C] Excellent Hydrofluoric acid [20, 20 °C] Excellent...
  • Page 44 Chapter 2: Specifications Chemical Compatibility (cont’d) Bezel Key Sheet – Screen Sheet – PC Bezel – ABS Gasket – Silicone Chemicals [Density %, [Density %, [Density %, [Density %, Temperature °C] Temperature °C] Temperature °C] Temperature °C] Marcuric chloride Excellent Not Usable Good Mercury...
  • Page 45 Chapter 2: Specifications Chemical Compatibility (cont’d) Bezel Key Sheet – Screen Sheet – PC Bezel – ABS Gasket – Silicone Chemicals [Density %, [Density %, [Density %, [Density %, Temperature °C] Temperature °C] Temperature °C] Temperature °C] Nitropropane Not Usable Nitrogen Excellent Octyl alcohol...
  • Page 46 Chapter 2: Specifications Chemical Compatibility (cont’d) Bezel Key Sheet – Screen Sheet – PC Bezel – ABS Gasket – Silicone Chemicals [Density %, [Density %, [Density %, [Density %, Temperature °C] Temperature °C] Temperature °C] Temperature °C] Skydrol 500 Not Usable Skydrol 7000 Not Usable Soap solutions...
  • Page 47 Chapter 2: Specifications Chemical Compatibility (cont’d) Screen Sheet – PC Bezel – ABS Gasket – Silicone Bezel Key – PET Chemicals [Density %, [Density %, [Density %, [Density %, Temperature °C] Temperature °C] Temperature °C] Temperature °C] [10, 20 °C] Excellent [20%] Excellent [10-70, 20 °C] Not Usable [30, 20 °C] Excellent...
  • Page 48 HAPTER HAPTER CCESSORIES In This Chapter... Accessories ............3–2 C-more Micro-Graphic Programming Software .

  • Page 49: Chapter 3: Accessories

    Chapter 3: Accessories Accessories Micro-Graphic Programming Software & Programming Cable Part Number Description C-more Micro-Graphic panel Windows-based configuration software. Requires Windows 2000 with Service Pack 4, XP Home or Professional with Service Pack 2, Windows Vista or Windows 7. Requires USB port EA-MG-PGMSW connection from PC to touch panel.

  • Page 50: C-More Micro-Graphic Programming Software

    Chapter 3: Accessories C-more Micro-Graphic Programming Software C-more ® Micro-Graphic Programming Software is a spin-off of its powerful sibling C-more Touch Panel. It offers very high end features designed to reduce your configuration time. Simply drag and drop the objects from the object bar (right side of screen) onto the the screen construction area.
  • Page 51 Chapter 3: Accessories Micro-Graphic Programming Software (cont’d) C-more Micro-Graphic Panel Objects Object Graphic Object Graphic The Graphic Indicator Light object is a more enhanced version of the The Line object, just like with drawing tools, allows the user to insert a “Indicator Light Object”...
  • Page 52 Chapter 3: Accessories Micro-Graphic Programming Software (cont’d) C-more Micro-Graphic Panel Objects Object Graphic Object Graphic The Scroll Text object is available from the Text Category of the Object The Dynamic Bitmap object offers the ability to make an object using List window.

  • Page 53: 20-Button Landscape (Horizontal) Keypad Bezel For 6-Inch Panels

    Chapter 3: Accessories 20-Button Landscape (Horizontal) Keypad Bezel for 6-inch Panels The 20-button keypad bezel is designed to be used with the C-more 6” Micro-Graphic panels. The keypad includes four directional arrow cursor buttons, a full numeric keypad, and one each of an ESCAPE, MENU, CLEAR and ENTER button.
  • Page 54 Chapter 3: Accessories 20-Button Landscape (Horizontal) Keypad Bezel for 6-inch Panels (cont’d) 20-Button Keypad Bezel Specifications Part Number: EA-MG6-BZ2 General: • Micro-Graphic EA1-S6ML, EA1-S6MLW, EA1-T6CL Panels Supported • Connection Connects with expansion connector on the rear of the C-more 6” Micro-Graphic panel. •...
  • Page 55 Chapter 3: Accessories 20-Button Horizontal (Landscape) Keypad Bezel for 6-inch Panels (cont’d) Panel and 20-Button Keypad Bezel Assembly 3. Use (8) Bezel Mounting Clips, 2. Use the (4) Panel Mounting EA MG BZ2 BRK, to secure keypad Clips, EA MG BZ2 BRK, bezel through enclosure cutout.

  • Page 56: 21-Button Portrait (Vertical) Keypad Bezel For 6-Inch Panels

    Chapter 3: Accessories 21-Button Portrait (Vertical) Keypad Bezel for 6-inch Panels The 21-button keypad bezel is designed to be used with the C-more 6” Micro-Graphic panels. The keypad includes four directional arrow cursor buttons, a full numeric keypad, and one each of an ESCAPE, MENU, CLEAR and two ENTER buttons.
  • Page 57 Chapter 3: Accessories 21-Button Vertical (Portrait) Keypad Bezel for 6-inch Panels (cont’d) 21-Button Keypad Bezel Specifications Part Number: EA-MG6-BZ2P General: • Micro-Graphic EA1-S6ML, EA1-S6MLW, EA1-T6CL Panels Supported • Connection Connects with expansion connector on the rear of the C-more 6” Micro-Graphic panel. •...
  • Page 58 Chapter 3: Accessories 21-Button Vertical (Portrait) Keypad Bezel for 6-inch Panels (cont’d) Panel and 21-Button Keypad Bezel Assembly 3. Use (8) Bezel Mounting Clips, EA MG BZ2 BRK, to secure keypad bezel through enclosure cutout. Tighten screws to a torque of 4.

  • Page 59: D-Sub 15-Pin 90-Degree Communication Port Adapter

    Chapter 3: Accessories D-SUB 15-pin 90-degree Communication Port Adapter The EA-ADPTR-4 adapter plugs into the 15-pin serial port on the rear of the C-more Micro panel to allow a PLC communication cable to be plugged in at a 90 degree angle to reduce panel depth requirements.

  • Page 60: Clear Screen Overlay

    Chapter 3: Accessories Clear Screen Overlay Optional clear screen overlays are used to protect C-more Micro-Graphic displays from minor scratches and wear. Package contains three clear screen overlays. Dimensions 0.197 4.913 [124.8] [5.0] 3.66 0.197 [5.0] [93.0] EA 6 COV2 0.157 [4.0] EA 4 COV2...
  • Page 61 HAPTER HAPTER & W NSTALLATION IRING In This Chapter... Safety Guidelines ...........4–2 Introduction .

  • Page 62: Chapter 4: Installation And Wiring

    Chapter 4: Installation and Wiring Safety Guidelines NOTE: Products with CE marks perform their required functions safely and adhere to relevant standards as specified by CE directives provided they are used according to their intended purpose and that the instructions in this manual are adhered to. The protection provided by the equipment may be impaired if this equipment is used in a manner not specified in this manual.

  • Page 63: Introduction

    Chapter 4: Installation and Wiring Introduction The installation and wiring of C-more Micro-Graphic panels require selecting an appropriate location for the panel, laying out the cutout dimensions on the surface of the control cabinet that the panel will be mounted through, securing the panel with the provided mounting clips, tightening the screws to the appropriate torque rating to assure the gasket is sealing correctly, and finally connecting the appropriate power source to the panel.

  • Page 64: Panel Cutout Dimensions

    Chapter 4: Installation and Wiring Panel Cutout Dimensions The C-more 4” and 6” Micro-Graphic panels are mounted into a cutout through the control cabinet and secured with four (4) mounting clips. The mounting clips are provided with the panel. There are slots on each side of the panel’s long dimension that the two tabs on each mounting clip will match.

  • Page 65: Wiring Guidelines

    Chapter 4: Installation and Wiring Wiring Guidelines : To minimize the risk of potential safety problems, you should follow all applicable local and ARNING 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 equipment, installation, and operation are in compliance with the latest revision of these codes.
  • Page 66 HAPTER HAPTER YSTEM ETUP CREENS In This Chapter... Introduction ............5–2 Accessing the System Setup Screens .

  • Page 67: Chapter 5: System Setup Screens

    Chapter 5: System Setup Screens Introduction The C-more ® Micro-Graphic panels include a series of built-in System Setup Screens that allow the user to view detailed information about the panel, adjust features, test various functions of the panel, clear memory, and reset all values and conditions back to the original factory defaults.

  • Page 68: Accessing The System Setup Screens

    Chapter 5: System Setup Screens Accessing the System Setup Screens To access the Setup Menu of the panel System Setup Screens, press the panel’s BAK [F1] and ENT [F5] function keys simultaneously for three (3) seconds as shown below. The System Setup Screens’...

  • Page 69: System Setup Screens Flowchart

    Chapter 5: System Setup Screens System Setup Screens Flowchart Setup Menu [pg. 5-5] 1. Information 1. Memory [pg. 5-6] [pg. 5-6] 2. Protocol [pg. 5-6] 3. Extensions [pg. 5-6] 4. Versions [pg. 5-6] 2. Setting 1. Brightness [pg. 5-7] [pg. 5-7] 2.

  • Page 70: Setup Menu

    Chapter 5: System Setup Screens Setup Menu To navigate the different selections under the Setup Menu, use the function keys BAK [F1] to return to the project screen or previous screen, UP [F3] to cursor up, DWN [F4] SETUP MENU to cursor down, and ENT [F5] to enter a selection.

  • Page 71: Information Menu

    Chapter 5: System Setup Screens Information Menu Pressing ENT [F5] with Memory highlighted will show the total INFORMATION MEMORY memory available, 1 Memory > Total 2 Protocol > 3276800 Bytes memory usage and free 3 Extensions > Usage 4 Versions >...

  • Page 72: Setting Menu

    Chapter 5: System Setup Screens Setting Menu Use the UP [F3] and DWN [F4] function keys to scroll through the list of settings. The BAK [F1] function key will return you to the previous screen. Use the ENT [F5] SETTING function key to make your selection once you have the 1 Brightness >...

  • Page 73: Calibration

    Chapter 5: System Setup Screens Setting – Touch/Key Beep With Touch/Key Beep highlighted, press ENT [F5] to SETTING TOUCH KEY / BEEP show the current 1 Brightness > Current Value Enable 2 Touch/Key Beep > value for the internal 3 Calibration >...

  • Page 74: Calibration

    Chapter 5: System Setup Screens Setting – Calibration With Calibration highlighted, press ENT [F5] to bring SETTING up the first Press Cross Mark 1 Brightness > 2 Touch/Key Beep > calibration screen as Panel will not 3 Cal bration > Communicate 4 Clear User Memory in this mode...

  • Page 75: Reset To Factory Default

    Chapter 5: System Setup Screens Setting – Clear User Memory With Clear User Memory highlighted, press SETTING SETTING ENT [F5]. You will 1 Brightness > 1 Brightness > 2 Touch/Key Beep > Are you sure you be given the choice 3 Calibration >...

  • Page 76: Hourglass

    Chapter 5: System Setup Screens Setting – Hourglass The Hourglass selection listed under the Setting menu can SETTING HOURGLASS be used to either 1 Brightness > Delay/Disable ICON 2 Touch/Key Beep > 350ms disable the display of 3 Calibration > 4 Clear User Memory the hourglass icon or 5 Reset to Factory Def...

  • Page 77: Rotation

    Chapter 5: System Setup Screens Setting – Rotation With Rotation highlighted, press ENT [F5] to show SETTING ROTATION the current 1 Brightness > Portrait Mode 2 Touch/Key Beep > orientation. Press UP 3 Calibration > 4 Clear User Memory [F3] and DWN [F4] 5 Reset to Factory Def 6 Hourglass >...

  • Page 78: Test Menu

    Chapter 5: System Setup Screens Test Menu Use the UP [F3] and DWN [F4] function keys to scroll through the list of tests. The BAK [F1] function key will return you to the previous screen. Use the ENT [F5] function TEST MENU key to make your selection once you have the test 1 Serial Port Loop Back...

  • Page 79: Display Test

    Chapter 5: System Setup Screens Test Menu – Serial Port - Loop Back Test With Serial Port - Loop Back Test highlighted, press ENT [F5] to bring up TEST MENU TEST MENU 1 Serial Port Loop Back the screen shown to 1 Serial Port Loop Back 2 PLC Enquiry Test Use Loop Back...
  • Page 80 Chapter 5: System Setup Screens Test Menu – PLC Enquiry Test With PLC Enquiry Test highlighted, press ENT [F5] to TEST MENU TEST MENU bring up the screen 1 Serial Port Loop Back 1 Serial Port Loop Back 2 PLC Enquiry Test shown to the right.
  • Page 81 Chapter 5: System Setup Screens Test Menu - Touch Panel Test With Touch Panel Test highlighted, press ENT [F5] to bring up the TEST MENU screen shown to the 1 Serial Port1 Loop Back right. Touch any area of 2 PLC Enquiry Test 3 Buzzer Test Press Key to Quit the screen to visualize...

  • Page 82: Exit

    Chapter 5: System Setup Screens Exit With Exit highlighted, press ENT [F5] to bring up the screen shown to the left. You will be given the choice to either proceed with exiting the System Setup Screens by pressing [F5] for YES SETUP MENU or allowed to cancel by pressing [F1] for NO.
  • Page 83 HAPTER HAPTER PLC C OMMUNICATIONS In This Chapter... Introduction ............6–2 C-more Micro-Graphic Communication Ports .

  • Page 84: Chapter 6: Plc Communications

    Chapter 6: PLC Communications Introduction The C-more ® Color Micro-Graphic panels are capable of communicating with AutomationDirect CLICK, Productivity Series, SOLO, GS Drives and the entire DirectLOGIC family of PLCs. The panel is capable of communicating using RS232, RS422 or RS485 on Port2.

  • Page 85: Introduction

    Chapter 6: PLC Communications Introduction (cont’d) Available PLC Protocols PLC Drivers Serial - port2 only AutomationDirect Productivity Series AutomationDirect CLICK AutomationDirect K-sequence AutomationDirect DirectNET AutomationDirect Modbus AutomationDirect SOLO AutomationDirect GS Drives Modicon Modbus RTU Entivity Modbus RTU Allen-Bradley DF1 Full Duplex Allen-Bradley DF1 Half Duplex Allen-Bradley PLC5 DF1 Allen-Bradley DH485...

  • Page 86: C-More Micro-Graphic Communication Ports

    Chapter 6: PLC Communications C-more Micro-Graphic Communication Ports Example of panel C-more Color connected to a CLICK PLC Micro-Graphic Panel CLICK PLC Recommended DC Supply Fuse 750 mA fast acting, ADC p/n AGC-75 Port 2 Port 2 PSP-24-024S Power Supply EA-2CBL serial cable USB Type B...

  • Page 87: Directlogic Plcs Password Protection

    Chapter 6: PLC Communications DirectLOGIC PLCs Password Protection NOTE: DirectLOGIC PLCs support multi-level password protection of the ladder program. This allows password protection while not locking the communication port to an operator interface. The multilevel password can be invoked by creating a password with an upper case "A" followed by any variation of seven numeric characters (e.g.

  • Page 88: Automationdirect Controllers

    Chapter 6: PLC Communications Compatibility and Connection Charts (cont’d) AutomationDirect Controllers AutomationDirect Productivity Series PAC, CLICK, SOLO Temperature Controller and GS Drives Drivers specific to these AutomationDirect control devices make it convienient to communicate with the C-more Micro-Graphic panels and simplify configuring objects with controller addresses.

  • Page 89: How To Use The Compatibility And Connection Charts

    Chapter 6: PLC Communications How to use the Compatibility and Connection Charts 1.) Find the Controller or PLC Family being used. 2.) Find the particular Controller or PLC model in the Controller family. 3.) Determine the cable and other components, manufactured or user constructed, are required. Example Compatibility &...
  • Page 90 Chapter 6: PLC Communications AutomationDirect CLICK PLC, ProductivitySeries, DirectLOGIC DL05, DL06, D0-DCM Module & DL105 PLCs Panel Powered via external power supply, Port2 Communications Compatibility & Connection Chart Controller C-more Micro-Graphic Panel Panel to PLC Cabling Components Required for Specific Port and Protocol being used. External DC Power Supply Family PLC Port &...
  • Page 91 Chapter 6: PLC Communications DirectLOGIC DL205 PLCs, D2-DCM Module and WINPLC Panel Powered via external power supply, Port2 Communications Compatibility & Connection Chart C-more Micro-Graphic Panel Controller Panel to PLC Cabling Components Required for Specific Port and Protocol being used. External DC Power Supply Family PLC Port &...
  • Page 92 Chapter 6: PLC Communications DirectLOGIC DL305 PLCs and D3-DCM Module Panel Powered via external power supply, Port2 Communications Compatibility & Connection Chart Controller C-more Micro-Graphic Panel Panel to PLC Cabling Components Required for Specific Port and Protocol being used. External DC Power Supply Family PLC Port &...
  • Page 93 Chapter 6: PLC Communications DirectLOGIC DL405 PLCs and D4-DCM Module, SOLO and GS Drives Panel Powered via external power supply, Port2 Communications Compatibility & Connection Chart Controller C-more Micro-Graphic Panel Panel to PLC Cabling Components Required for Specific Port and Protocol being used. External DC Power Supply Family PLC Port &...
  • Page 94 Chapter 6: PLC Communications Allen-Bradley PLCs Panel Powered via external power supply, Port2 Communications Compatibility & Connection Chart Controller C-more Micro-Graphic Panel Panel to PLC Cabling Components Required for Specific Port and Protocol being used. External DC Power Supply Family PLC Port &...
  • Page 95 Chapter 6: PLC Communications GE, Mitsubishi, Omron, Modicon and Siemens PLCs Panel Powered via external power supply, Port2 Communications Compatibility & Connection Chart Controller C-more Micro-Graphic Panel Panel to PLC Cabling Components Required for Specific Port and Protocol being used. External DC Power Supply Family PLC Port &...

  • Page 96: Cables From Automationdirect

    Chapter 6: PLC Communications Cables from AutomationDirect Cable Description Cable Part No. AutomationDirect Productivity Series, CLICK, Direct LOGIC PLC RJ-12 port, EA-2CBL DL05, DL06, DL105, DL205, D3-350, D4-450 & H2-WinPLC (RS-232C) Direct LOGIC (VGA Style) 15-pin port, EA-2CBL-1 DL06, D2-250 (250-1), D2-260 (RS-232C).
  • Page 97 Chapter 6: PLC Communications Cables from AutomationDirect (cont’d) Part No. EA-2CBL Part No. EA-2CBL-1 Part No. EA-3CBL Part No. EA-4CBL-2 Part No. EA-4CBL-1 Part No. EA-PLC5-232-CBL Part No. EA-MLOGIX-CBL Part No. EA-SLC-232-CBL Part No. EA-DH485-CBL Part No. EA-90-30-CBL Part No. EA-MITSU-CBL Part No.

  • Page 98: Cables From Automationdirect - Wiring Diagrams

    Chapter 6: PLC Communications Cables from AutomationDirect – Wiring Diagrams The following series of wiring diagrams show the connectors and wiring details for the communication cables that are used between the C-more Micro-Graphic panels and various PLCs. Part numbers are included with the pre-made cables that can be purchased from AutomationDirect.
  • Page 99 Chapter 6: PLC Communications Cables from AutomationDirect – Wiring Diagrams (cont’d) Direct LOGIC: EA-3CBL Direct Logic PLC RJ11 port: D3-340 To C-more Micro-Graphic RS-232C (p/n EA-3CBL) Serial Port2 To PLC RJ11 Port RJ11 4-pin 15-pin Phone Plug D-sub (4P4C) Wiring Diagram 8 = do not use 15 = do not use (male)
  • Page 100 Chapter 6: PLC Communications Cables from AutomationDirect – Wiring Diagrams (cont’d) Direct LOGIC: EA-4CBL-2 Direct Logic PLC 25-pin D-sub port: DL405, D3-350, To PLC To C-more Micro-Graphic 25-Pin Port DL305 DCU, and all DCMs, Serial Port2 RS-232C (p/n EA-4CBL-2) Wiring Diagram 25-pin 15-pin D-sub...
  • Page 101 Chapter 6: PLC Communications Cables from AutomationDirect - Wiring Diagrams (cont’d) EA-MLOGIX-CBL Allen-Bradley: Allen-Bradley MicroLogix™ 1000/1100/1200/1400/1500 To C-more Micro-Graphic To AB MicroLogix RS-232 RS-232C (p/n EA-MLOGIX-CBL) Serial Port2 communication channel 15-pin Mini Din D-sub 1 = do not use Wiring Diagram 8-pin Male 8 = do not use (male)
  • Page 102 Chapter 6: PLC Communications Cables from AutomationDirect - Wiring Diagrams (cont’d) EA-DH485-CBL Allen-Bradley: Allen-Bradley SLC500™, 5/01, /02, /03 DH-485 To C-more Micro-Graphic Serial Port2 Point-to-Point To AB SLC500 DH-485 Port RS-485A (p/n EA-DH485-CBL) Wiring Diagram RJ45 8-pin 15-pin Phone Plug Term.
  • Page 103 Chapter 6: PLC Communications Cables from AutomationDirect - Wiring Diagrams (cont’d) Allen-Bradley: Allen Bradley SLC500™ 5/03 DH 485/AIC to Multiple C-more 6” Micro Graphic Panels (using C-more cables p/n EA MLOGIX CBL, EA SLC 232 CBL) Allen-Bradley DH-485 Link SLC 5/03 Modular (See manufacturer’s literature for details.) PLC Controller Channel 0 must be...
  • Page 104 Chapter 6: PLC Communications Cables from AutomationDirect - Wiring Diagrams (cont’d) EA-90-30-CBL GE 90/30, 90/70, Micro 90 and VersaMax Micro (Port 2) To PLC To C-more Micro-Graphic 15-Pin Port 15-pin D-sub port, RS-422A (p/n EA-90-30-CBL) Serial Port2 Wiring Diagram 15-pin 15-pin Term.
  • Page 105 Chapter 6: PLC Communications Cables from AutomationDirect - Wiring Diagrams (cont’d) EA-MITSU-CBL-1 Mitsubishi: To C-more Micro-Graphic Mitsubishi FX Series 8-pin MINI-DIN, Serial Port2 To PLC RS-422A (p/n EA-MITSU-CBL-1) 8-Pin Port Wiring Diagram Mini Din 15-pin Term. 8-pin Male D-sub 1 = RD– (RS-422) 8 = do not use (male) 15 = do not use...

  • Page 106: User Constructed Cables - Wiring Diagrams

    Chapter 6: PLC Communications User Constructed Cables – Wiring Diagrams User Constructed Diagram 1 Direct LOGIC DL06, D2-250, D2-250-1, D2-260 To C-more Micro-Graphic To PLC Serial Port2 15-Pin Port (all Port 2) RS-422A Wiring Diagram 15-pin 15-pin Term. D-sub HD D-sub TXD+ (male) (male)
  • Page 107 Chapter 6: PLC Communications User Constructed Cables – Wiring Diagrams (cont’d) Diagram 3 User Constructed Direct LOGIC D4-430/D4-440/D4-450 Port 1 To PLC To C-more Micro-Graphic 25-Pin Port and D3-350 Port 2, all RS-422A Serial Port2 Wiring Diagram 25-pin 15-pin Term. D-sub D-sub 13 = do not use...
  • Page 108 Chapter 6: PLC Communications User Constructed Cables – Wiring Diagrams (cont’d) User Constructed Diagram 5 Direct LOGIC D2-DCM*, D3-DCM* & D4-DCM* To PLC To C-more Micro-Graphic 25-Pin Port RS-422A Serial Port2 Note: The DCM modules must be set for: Direct NET Slave, HEX mode. Wiring Diagram 25-pin 15-pin...
  • Page 109 Chapter 6: PLC Communications User Constructed Cables – Wiring Diagrams (cont’d) User Constructed Diagram 6 Direct LOGIC ZIPLink DN-15TB Adapter Module to EA-COMCON-3 Terminal Block Adapter RS-485A PLC D2-260 or DL06 only Port 2 Cable ZL-DN15TB-CBL to 15-pin HD PLC Port Wiring Diagram C-more Micro-Graphic C3 SHD...
  • Page 110 Chapter 6: PLC Communications User Constructed Cables – Wiring Diagrams (cont’d) User Constructed Diagram 8 Omron FINS (CQM1, CPM1, CPM2, C200, CJ1 & CS1) To C-more Micro-Graphic To PLC 9-Pin Port Serial Port2 RS-232C 9-pin 15-pin Wiring Diagram D-sub D-sub 8 = do not use 15 = do not use (male)
  • Page 111 Chapter 6: PLC Communications User Constructed Cables – Wiring Diagrams (cont’d) User Constructed Diagram 10 Modicon™ ModBus™, 984 CPU, Quanum 113 CPU To PLC To C-more Micro-Graphic 9-Pin Port Serial Port2 RS-232C 9-pin 15-pin Wiring Diagram D-sub D-sub (male) 8 = do not use (male) 15 = do not use 7 = do not use...
  • Page 112 Chapter 6: PLC Communications User Constructed Cables – Wiring Diagrams (cont’d) Diagram 12 User Constructed Modicon™ ModBus™ with RJ45 To C-more Micro-Graphic To PLC RS-232C Serial Port2 RJ45 Port Wiring Diagram RJ45 8-pin 15-pin Phone Plug D-sub 1 = do not use (8P8C) (male) 8 = do not use...
  • Page 113 Chapter 6: PLC Communications User Constructed Cables – Wiring Diagrams (cont’d) Diagram 14 User Constructed Siemens S7-200 CPU Port 0 or 1 To C-more Micro-Graphic To PLC RS-485A Serial Port2 9-Pin Port Wiring Diagram 15-pin 9-pin Term. D-sub D-sub RS-485 (male) (male) 8 = do not use...
  • Page 114 Chapter 6: PLC Communications User Constructed Cables – Wiring Diagrams (cont’d) User Constructed Diagram 16 Mitsubishi Q02 / Q02H / Q06H / Q12H / Q25H Serial Driver and QnA Serial Driver with Direct Connection to To C-more Micro-Graphic Serial Port2 the Serial Port on Q00 and Q01 CPU’s To PLC 6-Pin Port...
  • Page 115 Chapter 6: PLC Communications User Constructed Cables – Wiring Diagrams (cont’d) User Constructed Diagram 18 AutomationDirect CLICK PLC To C-more Micro-Graphic CLICK Analog CPU Serial Port2 Com Port 3 RS-485 Wiring Diagram 15-pin Term. D-sub RS-485 (male) 8 = do not use Signal A 15 = do not use Term.
  • Page 116 Chapter 6: PLC Communications User Constructed Cables – Wiring Diagrams (cont’d) User Constructed Diagram 20 GS Serial Drive Connection via RS-485 Wiring Diagram C-more Micro-Graphic Serial Port2 GS Drives RS-485 2: GND Serial Comm. Port 3: SG – RD– SD– 4: SG + TERM shield...
  • Page 117 Chapter 6: PLC Communications User Constructed Cables – Wiring Diagrams (cont’d) User Constructed Diagram 22 SOLO Temperature Controller to C-more Micro-Graphic Panel (RS-485) SL4824 Series RS 485 C-more Micro-Graphic DATA + DATA Wiring Diagram Serial Port2 SL4848 Series DATA DATA – RD –...

  • Page 118: Rs-422A Multi-Drop Wiring Diagram Example

    Chapter 6: PLC Communications RS-422A Multi-Drop Wiring Diagram Example DirectLOGIC DL205 PLC DirectLOGIC DL06 PLC Port 2 (Slave) L-CMA1 L Cable Adapter S422 48 (ZL CMA15L shown) Port 2 (Slave) ZL CMA15L Shielded Cable When connecting to a DirectLogic PLC Cable Adapter RS4 2/ 85 use connector ZL-CMA15L or ZL-CMA15...
  • Page 119 Chapter 6: PLC Communications RS-422A Multi-Drop Wiring Diagram Example(cont’ d ) DirectLOGIC C-more DL06 PLC 6” Micro-Graphic Panel with EA-COMCON-3 Port2 (Master) (Slave) Port 2 Shielded Cable Cable Adapter ZL CMA15L (ZL CMA15L shown) RS42 /4 5 Shielded Cable When connecting to a DirectLogic PLC use connector ZL-CMA15L or ZL-CMA15 Notes: 1.

  • Page 120: Rs-485A Multi-Drop Wiring Diagram Example

    Chapter 6: PLC Communications RS-485A Multi-Drop Wiring Diagram Example DirectLOGIC DL205 PLC DirectLOGIC DL06 PLC Port 2 Z -CMA15 ZL CMA15 or RS 22 48 ZL CMA15L Port 2 ZL CMA15L Shielded Cable When connecting to a DirectLogic PLC Cable Adapter RS4 2/4 5 use connector ZL-CMA15L or ZL-CMA15 (ZL CMA15L shown)
  • Page 121 Chapter 6: PLC Communications RS-485A Multi-Drop Wiring Diagram Example(cont’ d ) DirectLOGIC C-more DL06 PLC 6” Micro-Graphic Panel with EA-COMCON-3 Port2 (Master) Shielded Cable Port 2 ZL CMA 5L Cable Adapter (ZL CMA15L shown) S42 /48 Shielded Cable When connecting to a DirectLogic PLC use connector ZL-CMA15L or ZL-CMA15 Notes: 1.
  • Page 122 HAPTER HAPTER AINTENANCE In This Chapter... Project Backup ............7–2 Check Operating Environment .

  • Page 123: Chapter 7: Maintenance

    Chapter 7: Maintenance Maintenance Although the C-more ® Micro-Graphic panels require very little maintenance, setting up a routine maintenance schedule will ensure the longevity of the product in your application. The following are some suggestions of items to include in a preventive maintenance list or schedule.

  • Page 124: Check Transmit And Receive Indicators

    Chapter 7: Maintenance Check Transmit and Receive Indicators During a routine maintenance check is a good time to take a quick look at the status indicators on the back of the C-more Micro-Graphic panel. There should be activity on both the TxD and RxD LED indicators when connected serially to a PLC or control device and data is being updated on the screen.

  • Page 125: Run Tests Under The System Setup Screens

    Chapter 7: Maintenance Run Tests under the System Setup Screens Use the C-more Micro-Graphic panel’s System Setup Screens to test communication port, PLC connectivity, the internal beeper and touch screen operation. See Chapter 5: System Setup Screens for additional details. TEST MENU 1 Serial Port Loop Back 2 PLC Enquiry Test...

  • Page 126: Check Settings Under The System Setup Screens

    Chapter 7: Maintenance Check Settings under the System Setup Screens Use the C-more Micro-Graphic panel’s System Setup Screens to check the various settings such as the beep and orientation. See Chapter 5: System Setup Screens for additional details. Beep - Used to enable or disable the internal audible beeper. the default is beep on. Calibration - Used to calibrate the touch screen on the panel.

  • Page 127: Check Project Functionality

    Chapter 7: Maintenance Check Project Functionality During routine maintenance is a good time to check the functionality of your application, making sure that various areas on different screens do what they were designed to do. An outline or specification for the application is a useful tool for testing the various aspects of your application.
  • Page 128 Chapter 7: Maintenance Notes: 7–7 ® EA1-TCL-M Hardware User Manual, 2nd Ed., 10/10...
  • Page 129 HAPTER HAPTER ROUBLESHOOTING In This Chapter... C-more Micro-Graphic Panel does not Power up ......8–2 Display is Blank .

  • Page 130: Chapter 8: Troubleshooting

    Chapter 8: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting The following are some problems that may be encountered during the installation and operation of your C-more ® Micro-Graphic panel. We have made some suggestions on what to check in order to correct the problem. C-more Micro-Graphic Panel does not Power up 1.

  • Page 131: Display Is Dim

    Chapter 8: Troubleshooting Display is Dim NOTE: When the panel is powered through Port1 from a connected PC, the screen brightness is diminished because the panel is running in Low-Power Mode. Connect an external 12-24 VDC power source when the panel is installed in its application for full brightness.

  • Page 132: Lost Firmware - Red 'Update Mode' Screen Displayed

    Chapter 8: Troubleshooting Lost Firmware – ‘Update Mode’ Screen Displayed If the C-more Micro-Graphic panel’s firmware becomes corrupted or for some reason is lost from the panel’s memory, the panel will display the Update Mode screen as shown below. This can happen if communication between the PC and the panel is interupted during a firmware update.

  • Page 133: No Communications Between Panel And Pc (Personal Computer)

    Chapter 8: Troubleshooting No Communications between Panel and PC (Personal Computer) There are three possible causes that prevent transferring the project to the C-more Micro- Graphic panel. 1. Panel not on setup screen (press F1 and F5) - Press and hold the F1 and F5 buttons simultaneously for three seconds to enter the setup screen.
  • Page 134 Chapter 8: Troubleshooting No Communications between Panel and PC (Personal Computer) (cont’d) NOTE: The panel has an internal USB to serial converter at Port1. When the device is properly installed and the USB programming cable connects the panel to the PLC, the port will be identified as a serial communications port with an assigned COM port number.

  • Page 135: No Communications Between Panel And Plc

    Chapter 8: Troubleshooting No Communications between Panel and PLC The C-more Micro-Graphic panel communicates with a designated PLC or controlling device through the panel’s RS-232 / RS-485 / RS-422 communications port (Port2). 1. Check the Txd and Rxd status indicators of Port2. The indicator LED’s should be on or flashing at a fast rate.

  • Page 136: Panel & Plc Error Codes

    Chapter 8: Troubleshooting Panel & PLC Error Codes The C-more Micro-Graphic panel includes built-in PLC communication protocol diagnostics that monitor the exchange of data between the panel and the PLC. The diagnostics look for the proper exchange of data, correct handshaking signals, addressing errors, incorrect data bytes, wrong packet format, etc.

  • Page 137: C-More Micro-Graphic Panel Runtime Errors

    Chapter 8: Troubleshooting C-more Micro-Graphic Panel Runtime Errors The C-more Micro-Graphic panel includes built-in diagnostics that check for proper operation of the panel when it is running a project that has been transferred to its memory. Faults detected while the panel is running will produce a “Runtime” error. These errors are displayed in a popup window in the center of the panel’s display.

  • Page 138: Reset To Factory Default

    Chapter 8: Troubleshooting Reset to Factory Default Factory default values can be reset by pressing F2 and F4 while cycling power to the panel. The Factory Default values are: • Brightness value of 10 • The internal audible beeper enabled •...
  • Page 139 HAPTER HAPTER EPLACEMENT ARTS In This Chapter... Replacement Parts Overview ......... .9–2 Replacement Parts .

  • Page 140: Chapter 9: Replacement Parts

    Chapter 9: Replacement Parts Replacement Parts Overview Part Number Description Replacement mounting clip for C-more 4” and 6” EA-MG-BZ2-BRK Micro-Graphic panel and keypad bezels (pk of 8) EA-MG-DC-CON Replacement adapter DC power connector (pk of 5) Replacement mounting gasket for C-more 4” EA-MG4-GSK Micro-Graphic panels Replacement mounting gasket for C-more 6”...

  • Page 141: Customizing The Function Keys Insert Label

    Chapter 9: Replacement Parts Customizing the Function Keys Insert Label Step 1 - Remove existing Step 3 - If desired, print and function key label insert apply self-adhesive labels to using a small tool such as the blank insert. jeweler’s screw driver. Step 2 - Remove the protective film from the blank key label insert.
  • Page 142 PPENDIX PPENDIX & PLC ANEL RROR ABLES In This Appendix... Introduction ............A–2 C-more Micro-Graphic Panel Error Code Table .

  • Page 143: Introduction

    Appendix A: Panel & PLC Error Code Tables Introduction The C-more ® Micro-Graphic panels are capable of communicating over RS232, RS422 and RS485 serial networks. They communicate with CLICK PLC’s, all controllers in the Direct LOGIC family of PLCs utilizing various protocols, Productivity Series PAC’s and certain 3rd party PLCs.

  • Page 144: C-More Micro-Graphic Panel Error Code Table

    Appendix A: Panel & PLC Error Code Tables C-more Micro-Graphic Panel Error Code Table The following table includes all of the error codes and error messages that the panel will display if the listed cause is detected. All of these errors involve problems that could result with the panel communicating with the connected PLC.

  • Page 145: Modbus Protocols Error Code P499 Explanation

    Appendix A: Panel & PLC Error Code Tables C-more Micro-Graphic Panel Error Code Table (cont’d) C-more Micro-Graphic Panel Error Table (cont’d) Error Code Error Message Cause ErrCode Received -> A PLC generated error code with a hexadecimal value of XXXX has been returned from the P499* Recv .Err Code XXXX PLC.

  • Page 146: Productivity3000 Error Code P499

    Appendix A: Panel & PLC Error Code Tables Productivity3000 Error Code P499 Note: The following errors can be generated from the designated PLC, are monitored by the C-more touch panel, and displayed on the touch panel’s screen as a hexadecimal value in panel error code PLC-499 message, if active.

  • Page 147: Directlogic Error Code P499 Explanation

    Appendix A: Panel & PLC Error Code Tables DirectLOGIC Error Code P499 Explanation The P499 error code is used to show any errors that are generated by the connected PLC. The P499 error message includes a four digit hexadecimal value displayed at the end of the message. This value can be found in the specific PLC’s error tables to determine the cause of the error.

  • Page 148: Allen-Bradley Error Code P499 Explanation

    Appendix A: Panel & PLC Error Code Tables Allen-Bradley Error Code P499 Explanation The P499 error code is used to show any errors that are generated by the connected PLC. The P499 error message includes a four digit hexadecimal value displayed at the end of the message. This value can be looked up in the specific PLC’s error tables to determine the cause of the error.

  • Page 149: Allen-Bradley Df1 Protocol - Plc Error Code Tables

    Appendix A: Panel & PLC Error Code Tables Allen-Bradley DF1 Protocol – PLC Error Code Tables The following PLC error tables cover possible errors that are detected by the panel from Allen- Bradley PLCs using the DF1 protocol. This includes full and half duplex communications for the MicroLogix 1000, 1100.
  • Page 150 Appendix A: Panel & PLC Error Code Tables Allen-Bradley DF1 Protocol – PLC Error Code Tables (cont’d) PLC Errors for Allen-Bradley DF1 Protocol, EXT STS Command Code for F0 Command Panel Error Code Description P499 Hex Value not used A field has an illegal value. Fewer levels specified in address than minimum for any address.

  • Page 151: Allen-Bradley Dh485 Protocol - Plc Error Code Tables

    Appendix A: Panel & PLC Error Code Tables Allen-Bradley DH485 Protocol – PLC Error Code Tables The following PLC error code tables cover possible errors that are detected by the panel from Allen-Bradley PLCs using the DH485 protocol. This includes all MicroLogix and SLC500 PLCs, and any communication connection using an Allen-Bradley AIC device using the DH485 protocol.
  • Page 152 Appendix A: Panel & PLC Error Code Tables Allen-Bradley DH485 Protocol – PLC Error Code Tables (cont’ d ) PLC Errors for Allen-Bradley DH485 Protocol, EXT STS Command Code for F0 Command Panel Error Code Description P499 Hex Value Insufficient memory module size (0000h is returned). Access denied;...

  • Page 153: Ge Error Code P499 Explanation

    Appendix A: Panel & PLC Error Code Tables GE Error Code P499 Explanation The P499 error code is used to show any errors that are generated by the connected PLC. The P499 error message includes a four digit hexadecimal value displayed at the end of the message. This value can be looked up in the specific PLC’s error tables to determine the cause of the error.

  • Page 154: Ge Snpx Protocol - Plc Error Code Tables

    Appendix A: Panel & PLC Error Code Tables GE SNPX Protocol – PLC Error Code Tables The following table lists the errors that can be generated by the GE 90-30, 90-70 and VersaMax PLC when using the SNPX protocol. Note: The following errors can be generated from the designated PLC, are monitored by the C-more Micro- Graphic panel, and displayed on the panel’s screen as a hexadecimal value in panel error code P499, if active.
  • Page 155 Appendix A: Panel & PLC Error Code Tables GE SNPX Protocol– PLC Error Code Tables (cont’ d ) PLC Errors for GE SNPX Protocol (Minor-Major) (cont’d) Panel Error Code Description P499 Hex Value PLC Error 0x010C WAIT-type COMMREQ is not permitted; must use NOW AIT-type. PLC Error 0x010E Not used The service request code in an X-Request message is unsupported or invalid at this time.
  • Page 156 Appendix A: Panel & PLC Error Code Tables GE SNPX Protocol– PLC Error Code Tables (cont’ d ) PLC Errors for GE SNPX Protocol (Minor-Major) (cont’d) Panel Error Code Description P499 Hex Value Unable to read or write master device memory locations specified in COMMREQ. Usually caused by invalid 0x080C memory address for this PLC.
  • Page 157 Appendix A: Panel & PLC Error Code Tables GE SNPX Protocol– PLC Error Code Tables (cont’ d ) PLC Errors for GE SNPX Protocol (Minor-Major) (cont’d) Panel Error Code Description P499 Hex Value 0x1A0C Datagram area size is too small to include data for all specified point formats. 0x1B0C Invalid number of Control Program Names.
  • Page 158 Appendix A: Panel & PLC Error Code Tables GE SNPX Protocol– PLC Error Code Tables (cont’ d ) PLC Errors for GE SNPX Protocol (Minor-Major) (cont’d) Panel Error Code Description P499 Hex Value 0x2A0C An unknown message was received when an acknowledge (ACK or NAK) was required. 0x2B0C Sequence Error.

  • Page 159: Ge Snpx Protocol - Plc Error Code Tables

    Appendix A: Panel & PLC Error Code Tables GE SNPX Protocol – PLC Error Code Tables (cont’ d ) PLC Errors for GE SNPX Protocol (Minor-Major) (cont’d) Panel Error Code Description P499 Hex Value A framing or overrun error has occurred on an X-Attach Response message when establishing a new SNP- 0x410C X communication session.
  • Page 160 Appendix A: Panel & PLC Error Code Tables GE SNPX Protocol– PLC Error Code Tables (cont’ d ) PLC Errors for GE SNPX Protocol (Minor-Major) (cont’d) Panel Error Code Description P499 Hex Value An invalid message type was received when an X-Attach Response was required when re-establishing an 0x530C existing SNP-X communication session.
  • Page 161 Appendix A: Panel & PLC Error Code Tables GE SNPX Protocol – PLC Error Code Tables (cont’ d ) PLC Errors for GE SNPX Protocol (Minor-Major) (cont’d) Panel Error Code Description P499 Hex Value 0x8D0A Bad DOS Version. Must have DOS 2.0, or later, to support the SNP DOS Driver. 0x8E0A PC Serial port configured for SNP Master driver is not open;...
  • Page 162 Appendix A: Panel & PLC Error Code Tables GE SNPX Protocol– PLC Error Code Tables (cont’ d ) PLC Errors for GE SNPX Protocol (Minor-Major) (cont’d) Panel Error Code Description P499 Hex Value 0xE005 Service in process cannot login. 0xE105 No I/O configuration to read or delete.

  • Page 163: Mitsubishi Fx Protocol - Plc Error Codes

    Appendix A: Panel & PLC Error Code Tables Mitsubishi FX Protocol – PLC Error Codes Only errors as listed in the C-more Micro-Graphic Panel Error Code Table shown on page A-3 can occur when using the Mitsubishi FX protocol, there are no PLC generated errors. Mitsubishi Q / QnA Series –...

  • Page 164: Mitsubishi Q / Qna Series - Plc Error Codes

    Appendix A: Panel & PLC Error Code Tables Mitsubishi Q / QnA Series – PLC Error Codes (cont’d) PLC Error Codes for Mitsubishi Q / QnA and Q Series Panel Error Code Description P499 Hex Value 0x4040 Module doesn't support request. 0x4041 Request is out of module's range.

  • Page 165: Omron Error Code P499 Explanation

    Appendix A: Panel & PLC Error Code Tables Omron Error Code P499 Explanation The P499 error code is used to show any errors that are generated by the connected PLC. The P499 error message includes a four digit hexadecimal value displayed at the end of the message. This value can be looked up in the specific PLC’s error tables to determine the cause of the error.

  • Page 166: Omron Host Link Protocol - Plc Error Code Table

    Appendix A: Panel & PLC Error Code Tables Omron Host Link Protocol – PLC Error Code Table The following table lists the errors that can be generated by the Omron PLC when using the Host Link protocol. Note: The following errors can be generated from the designated PLC, are monitored by the C-more Micro- Graphic panel, and displayed on the panel’s screen as a hexadecimal value in panel error code P499, if active.

  • Page 167: Omron Fins Protocol - Plc Error Code Table

    Appendix A: Panel & PLC Error Code Tables Omron FINS Protocol – PLC Error Code Table The following table lists the errors that can be generated by the Omron PLC when using the FINS protocol. Note: The following errors can be generated from the designated PLC, are monitored by the C-more Micro- Graphic panel, and displayed on the panel’s screen as a hexadecimal value in panel error code P499, if active.

  • Page 168: Omron Fins Protocol - Plc Error Code Table

    Appendix A: Panel & PLC Error Code Tables Omron FINS Protocol – PLC Error Code Table (cont’d) PLC Error Codes for Omron FINS Panel Error Code Description P499 Hex Value 0x1104 Parameter Error: Address range exceeded. 0x1106 Parameter Error: Program Missing. 0x1109 Parameter Error: Relational Error.
  • Page 169 Appendix A: Panel & PLC Error Code Tables Omron FINS Protocol – PLC Error Code Table (cont’d) PLC Error Codes for Omron FINS Panel Error Code Description P499 Hex Value 0x2507 Unit Error: I/O bus error. 0x2509 Unit Error: SYSMAC BUS/2 error. 0x250A Unit Error: CPU Bus Unit Error.

  • Page 170: Siemens Error Code P499 Explanation

    Appendix A: Panel & PLC Error Code Tables Siemens Error Code P499 Explanation The P499 error code is used to show any errors that are generated by the connected PLC. The P499 error message includes a four digit hexadecimal value displayed at the end of the message. This value can be looked up in the specific PLC’s error tables to determine the cause of the error.

  • Page 171: Siemens Ppi Protocol - Plc Error Code Table

    Appendix A: Panel & PLC Error Code Tables Siemens PPI Protocol – PLC Error Code Table PLC PDU Header Errors for S7-200 PPI Panel Error Code Description P499 Hex Value 0x0001 Hardware Fault. 0x0003 Object access not allowed. 0x0004 Context not supported. 0x0005 Address out of range.
  • Page 172 PPENDIX PPENDIX MORE ICRO RAPHIC ANEL UNTIME RRORS In This Appendix... Introduction ............B–2 Panel Errors .

  • Page 173: Appendix B: C-More Micro-Graphic Panel Runtime Errors

    Appendix B: C-more Micro-Graphic Panel Runtime Errors Introduction The runtime errors detected by the C-more® Micro-Graphic panel will display in a popup window in the center of the panel display. The most common cause for runtime errors is a bad serial connection during a project transfer or firmware update. To resolve the problem, try the following steps in the order shown: 1.

  • Page 174: Runtime Errors

    NDEX Accessories, 3–2 EA-4-COV2, 3–2 EA-6-COV2, 3–2 EA-MG-PGMSW, 3–2 EA-MG6-BZ2, 3–2, 3–7 EA-MG6-BZ2P, 3–2, 3–9, 3–10 USB-CBL-AB6, 3–2 Agency Approvals, 1–5 Available Models, 2–2 C-more Micro-Graphic Panel Runtime Errors, 8–9 C-more Micro-Graphic Programming Software, 3–3 Cables, 6–14 Cables from AutomationDirect, 6–14 Wiring Diagrams, 6–16, 6–17, 6–18, 6–19, 6–20, 6–21, 6–22, 6–23 User Constructed Cables, 6–24 Wiring Diagrams, 6–24, 6–25, 6–26, 6–27, 6–28, 6–29, 6–30, 6–31, 6–32, 6–33...
  • Page 175 Index Conventions Used, 1–3 exclamation mark, 1–3 notepad, 1–3 Enclosure Clearances, 1–12 Enclosure Thickness, 2–8 Function Keys Insert Label, 9–3 Customizing, 9–3 Installation, 4–3 Introduction, 1–2 Keypad Bezel, 20-Button Landscape, 3–6 Assembly, 3–8 Cutout, 3–6 Dimensions, 3–6 Specifications, 3–7 Keypad Bezel, 21-Button Portrait, 3–9 Assembly, 3–11 Cutout, 3–9 Specifications, 3–10...
  • Page 176 Index Check Project Functionality, 7–6 Check Settings under the System Setup Screens, 7–5 Check Transmit and Receive Indicators, 7–3 Checks from the C-more Micro-Graphic Programming Software, 7–6 Cleaning the Display Screen, 7–5 Project Backup, 7–2 Run Tests under the System Setup Screens, 7–4 Mounting Clip Screw Torque, 2–8 Mounting Clips, 4–3 Panel Cutout Dimensions (all models), 4–4...
  • Page 177 Index Radio Button, 3–4 Real Time Graph, 3–4 Recipe, 3–5 Rectangle, 3–4 Screen Change Pushbutton, 3–5 Screen Selector, 3–5 Scroll Text, 3–5 Static Bitmap, 3–4 Static Text, 3–5 Switch, 3–4 Tri-State Switch, 3–4 Part Number Key, 1–6 Bezel Part Number Key, 1–6 Panel Part Number Key, 1–6 Password Protection - DirectLOGIC PLC's, 6–5 PC Requirements, 3–3...
  • Page 178 Index Quick Start Steps, 1–7 Step 1 – Unpack and Inspect, 1–7 Step 10 – Connect C-more 6” Micro-Graphic Panel to PLC, 1–18 Step 2 – Install Optional Hardware Accessories, 1–8 Step 3 – Become Familiar with Available Communication Ports, 1–9 Step 4 –...

  • Page 179: Serial Port2 - Loop Back Test

    Index Touch/Key Beep, 5–8 Setup Menu, 5–5 Information Menu, 5–6 Extensions, 5–6 Memory, 5–6 Protocol, 5–6 Versions, 5–6 Specifications, 2–3 EA1-T4CL, 2–3 EA1-T6CL, 2–5 System Setup Screens, 5–2 Accessing, 5–3 Exit, 5–17 Flowchart, 5–4 Information, 5–2 Introduction, 5–2 Setting, 5–2 Test Menu, 5–2 Technical Support, 1–2 Test Menu, 5–13...
  • Page 180 Index Panel & PLC Error Codes, 8–8 Panel Communications Error Code Example, 8–8 Reset to Factory Default, 8–10 Updating Firmware, 8–4 USB to RS-232 Programming Cable Assembly, 1–14 Wiring Guidelines, 4–5 i–7 ® EA1-TCL-M Hardware User Manual, 2nd Ed., 10/10...

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