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PC900 Series
Programmable Controller
Instruction Manual
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Table of Contents
1 Introduction ................................................................................. 1
2 Features ....................................................................................... 1
3 Order Code .................................................................................. 2
4 Mounting ...................................................................................... 3
5 Electrical Connection ................................................................. 4
6 Operator Interface ..................................................................... 10
7 Basic Operations ...................................................................... 12
8 Software Configuration ............................................................ 16
9 PID Self-Tuning .......................................................................... 21
10 Sensor Break ............................................................................ 22
11 Linear Signal Input ................................................................... 23
12 Programmer/Controller ........................................................... 25
Technical Data ............................................................................... 31
Measurement Range ..................................................................... 31
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1 Introduction
2 Features
Without change of the hardware the main process variable input of the instrument can be configured to suit
various thermocouples and resistance thermometers,(Pt100). Recalibration is not necessary for this
procedure. Signals up to 50mV can be accommodated by using input adapters in the linear input option.
Linearisation is scalable within the display range of -999 to 9999, with tenths display resolution.
The controller is also equipped with a ramp to setpoint function. This enables it to automatically adjust the
setpoint to give a defined rate of change of process temperature.
The Pc900 is a versatile, high stability temperature or process controller, with self-tuning, in 1/4 and 1/8 DIN sizes. It has
a modular hardware construction with the option of two control outputs, two alarm relays and a communications module.
Two digital input are included as standard. The hardware is configurable for heating, cooling or alarm.
Precise control
An advanced PID control algorithm gives stable straight-line control of the process. A on-shot tuner is
provided to set up the initial PID values and to calculate the overshoot inhibition parameters. On electrically
heated loads, power feedback is used to stabilise the output power and hence the controlled temperature
against supply voltage fluctuations.
Dedicated cooling algorithms ensure optimum control of fan, water and oil cooled system.
Universal Input
A universal input circuit with a advanced analogue to digital convertor samples the input at 8Hz and
continuously corrects it for drift. This gives high stability and rapid response to process changes. High noise
immunity is achieved by rejection of 50/60Hz pick-up and other sources of noise. Sensor diagnostics are
also provided. The input will accept all standard thermocouples, the Pt100 resistance thermometer and linear
millivolts, milliamps or DC volts.
Input filtering from OFF to 999.9 seconds is included.
Easy to Use
A simple LED display provides a bright, clear display of the process value and setpoint. Tactile pushbuttons
ensure positive operation. Access to other parameter is simple and easy to understand and can be
customised to present only those parameters that need to be viewed or adjusted. All other parameters are
lock away under password protection.
Alarms
Up to four process alarms can be combined onto a single output. They can be full scale high or low
deviation form setpoint, rate of change or load failure alarms. Alarms messages are flashed on the main
display. Alarms can be configured as latching or non-latching and also as blocking type alarms which means
that they will become active only after they have first entered a safe state.
Digital Communications
For communications with a host computer system the instrument can be fitted with either an EIA485 or
EIA232 digital interface. This enables the automatic recording of measured values on a printer.
Power
Unit
output
Measured Value(PV)
PTN RUN
PROG
DISP
SELECT
PAR
SET
AUTO
HAND
SET
PROG
PTN PV
SV/MV TIME / STEP
OP3
AT
RUN
TIME
COM
MV
MAN
SV
AL1
OUT1
OUT2
PROFILE
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PC900
The PC900 series programmable
controller is indented for industrial
temperature and process control
applications.
Parameters and confi gurati on
values are set by use of the front
panel keys. The PAR key selects the
parameter and the up and down
arrows are used to alter their value.
The controller can be switched
directly from automatic operation to
manual by means of AUTO/HAND
key.
furnace
product
Temp. sensor
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Output 1 & Output 2:
Alarm 1
Basic Instrument: Communications
0 NONE
R Relay, 3A/250VAC
L Logic, 20V/10mA, drive SSR
D
0~10mA, 4~20mA, 0~20mA
0~5V, 1~5V, 0~10V
PC900 Panel size: W96 96 100mm H D
PC400
0 NONE
R Relay, 3A/250VAC
Panel size: W96 48 100mm H D
PC900
PC410 Panel size: W48 96 100mm H D
Special Functions
232 RS232(3 wires), comms distance: 12m
0 NONE
485 RS485 (2 lines), comms distance: 1.2km
422 RS422 (4 lines), comms distance: 1.2km
T1 Triac
Y1
Tri-Phase Phase-shift
T3 3 Triac
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3 Order Code
R

232 R R Prt

/ / / / /
Y3
Single-Phase Phase-shift
0 NONE
16-segment program
Real time clock
QP16
Clk
Record printing Prt
Remote analog setting Rem
Process Value Transmission PVT
Setting Value Transmission SVT
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4.1 Dimensions

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1
100 10.5
PTN RUN
PROG
DISP
SELECT
PAR
SET
AUTO
HAND
SET
PROG
PTN PV
SV/MV TIME / STEP
OP3
AT
RUN
TIME
COM
MV
MAN
SV
AL1
OUT1
OUT2
PROFILE
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4 Mounting
1. Prepare a square cut-out in the mounting panel to the size shown below. For multiple installation in a
control panel, the minimum spacings specified on the drawings must be respected for adequate cooling.
2. Insert the controller through the cut-out.
3. Catch the mounting bracket to the holes top and bottom of the case, and screw to fix.
Cut-out:92
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-0.0
PTN
RUN
RO
P
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S
DI
P
SELE
T C
A P
R
SET
AUTO
HAND
SET
O
PR
G
PTN
PV
SV/
V/T
M
IME
STEP
OP3
AT
RUN
TIME
OM
C
MV
MAN
SV
L1
A
OUT1
O
T2
U
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OFILE
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PTN RUN
PROG
DISP
SELE
PAR
SET
AUTO
HAND
SET
PROG
SV/MV TIME /
PV
STEP
AT
RUN
TIME
COM
MV
MAN
SV
AL1
OUT1
OUT2
PRO PTN
100
48
9
6
9
1
8 8
PC400 ALTEC
8 8 8 8
8 8 8 8
10.5
PC400
PTN
RUN
PROG
DISP
SELE
PAR
SET
AUTO
HAND
SET
PROG
AT
TIME COM
MV MAN
SV AL1
OUT1 OUT2
4
5
100
4
8
96
PRO PTN STEP
RUN
PV
SV
8 8
PC410 ALTEC
8 8 8 8
8 8 8 8
10.5
PC410
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5.1 Rear Terminals Layout
5 Electrical Connection
PC900 PC400 PC410
1 11
2 12
3 13
4 14
5 15
6 16
7 17
8 18
9 19
10 20
1
1
1
2
1
2
3
1
3
4
1
4
5
1
5
6
1
6
7
1
7
8
1
8
9
1
9
1
0
2
0
11 1
12 2
13 3
14 4
15 5
16 6
17 7
18 8
19 9
20 10
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33
34
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O
U
T
P
U
T
1
4
5
+
-
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18 18
19 19
20 20
Power Supply
100~260VAC
RS485
RS232
T/R(+)
T/R(-)
+
-
Input signal IN2
Alarm/AL1
+
-
RTD
Pt100
18
19
+
-
7
8
+
-
Analog Output
O
U
T
P
U
T
2
8
9
10
GND
TXD
RXD
4
5
7
8
Triac
T1
G1
T2
G2
C1
C1
R1
R1
RL1
RL1
220VAC
220VAC
4
4
5
5
0
0
A
A
T1
T1
G1
G1
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32
33
34
35
36
37
38
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For thermocouples inputs, please connect appropriate compensating cable.
For RTD input, the length and gauge of all three wires must be equal.
Input wire shall be separated from the power line and load line to avoid electrical noise.
The inputs to the controller must be between -10mV to 50mV, voltage signal which exceed
this range must be attenuated with an appropriately sized input adapter. Current signals are
converted to the -10 to 50mV range with a shunt input adapter.
If the AC power supply is connected to the I/O terminals or DC supply terminals, the controller
will be burned out.
1). Output1& Output2 can be configured as 0~20mA or 4~20mA
output, max load capacity:
3). Output2 must be relay output(NO) while selecting RS232
communication module.
4). IN2 is auxiliary input, for
750.
2). Alarm relay(AL1) contact rating: 2A/250VAC.
Remote analog setting or feedback
signal inputs.
A1
A2
A3
Event output
Relays
Stop Switch
MCC
Run Switch
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5.3.1 Tri-Phase SCR Wiring
5.3 PC900/T3 Wiring(Panel size: 96*96)
5.3.2 Tri-Phase Triac Wiring
A A
B B
C C
RL2
R
L
3
PC900/T3 PC900/T3
32 32 31 31 33 33 34 34 35 35 36 36
C1 C1
C2 C2
C3 C3
RL3
RL1
R1 R1
R2 R2
T1 T1
T2 T2
R3 R3
T3 T3
R
L
2
R
L
1
RL3
32 31 33 34 35 36
PC900/T3
RL2
RL1 A
B
C S2
S1
R1 C1
S6
S5
R3 C3
S4
S3
R2 C2
RL3
32 31 33 34 35 36
PC900/T3
RL2
RL1
A
B
C
S2
S1
R1 C1
S6
S5
R3 C3
S4
S3
R2 C2
Note: eutral wire may be connected or not. Y-type's n
Note: eutral wire may be connected or not. Y-type's n
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5.4 PC900/Y1 Phase-Shift Wiring
5.4.1 Phase-Shift Triac Wiring 5.4.2 Phase-Shift SCR Wiring
5.4.3 PC900/Y1 Half-Bridge Rectifier 5.4.4 PC900/Y1 Half-Wave Phase-Shift
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18 18
19 19
20 20
Stop Switch
MCC
Run Switch
+
-
Input signal IN2
Alarm/AL1
+
-
RTD
Pt100 Thermocouple
18
19
+
-
DC V
DC mA
Analog input
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
Power Supply
100~260VAC
RS485
T/R(+)
T/R(-)
G1
K1
G2
K2
Synchronous
Voltage
C1
R1
RL1
220VAC
K1
G1
5
6
7
8
A
0
3
4
sync
K2
G2
5
K1
G1
C1
R1
RL1
220VAC
A
0
3
4
Synchronous voltage
6
A1
A2
A3
Event output
Relays
Phase-Shift
Signal
K1
G1
K2
G2
M
220VAC
5
3
4
7
8
6
M
220VAC
P
C
9
0
0
/
Y
1
P
C
9
0
0
/
Y
1
K1
G1
K2
G2
6
3
4
7
8
5
DC Motor or
other Loads
Half-Bridge Rectifier Module
Protection Diodes for
Inductive Loads
Sync. Voltage
Sync. Voltage
Protection Diodes for
Inductive Loads
DC Motor or
other Loads
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5.5 PC900/Y3 Wiring
5.5.1 PC900/Y3 SCR-Diode Module Wiring
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18 18
19 19
20 20
Stop Switch
MCC
Run Switch
+
-
Input signal IN2
Alarm/AL1
+
-
RTD
Pt100 Thermocouple
18
19
+
-
DC V
DC mA
Analog input
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
Power Supply
100~260VAC
RS485
T/R(+)
T/R(-)
Ka
Ga
Kb
Gb
Phase-Shift
Signal
Kc
Gc
RS232
8
9
10
GND
TXD
RXD
OUT2
1). Alarm relay(AL1) contact rating: 2A/250VAC.
Remote analog setting or feedback signal inputs.
2). Output2 must be relay output(NO) while selecting RS232 communication module.
3). IN2 is auxiliary input, for
A A
B B
C C
D1 D1
S1 S1 D2
D2
S3 S3
D3 D3
RL3
RL1 S2 S2
RL2
RL3
RL1
RL2
PC900/Y3
32 31 33 34 35 36
PC900/Y3
32 31 33 34 35 36
Note: Please add R-C protection for SCR.
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S5
S6
R
L
2
R
L
1
R
L
3
R3
S4
R2
S2
S5
S6
RL3
R3
S4
R2
S2
RL2
RL1
R1 D1
S1 D2
S3 D3
R1 D1
S1 D2
S3
D3
A
B
C
A
B
C
PC900/Y3
32 31 33 34 35 36
PC900/Y3
32 31 33 34 35 36
A A
B B
C C
RL1
IN4007 IN4007
RL2
RL3
PC900/Y3 PC900/Y3
32 31 33 34 35 36 32 31 33 34 35 36
T1 T1
IN4007 IN4007
IN4007 IN4007
T2 T2
T3 T3
R
L
2

R
L
1
R
L
3
A
B
C
31 32
PC900/Y3/
33 34 35 36
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5.5.2 PC900/Y3 SCR Module Wiring
5.5.3 PC900/Y3 Triac Module Wiring
5.5.4 PC900/Y3 Tri-Phase Half-Bridge Rectifier
Note: Please add R-C protection for SCR.
Note: Please add R-C protection for SCR.
Note: Please add R-C protection for SCR.
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2
3
1
4
5
6 7
9
10
11
PTN RUN
PROG
DISP
SELECT
PAR
SET
AUTO
HAND
SET
PROG
PTN PV
SV/MV TIME / STEP
OP3
AT
RUN
TIME
COM
MV
MAN
SV
AL1
OUT1
OUT2
PROFILE
PC900 ALTEC
8 8 8 8
8 8 8 8
8
8
8
2
3
1
4
5
6
7
9
10
11
PTN RUN
PROG
DISP
SELE
PAR
SET
AUTO
HAND
SET
PROG
SV/MV TIME /
PV
STEP
AT
RUN
TIME
COM
MV
MAN
SV
AL1
OUT1
OUT2
PRO PTN
8 8
PC400 ALTEC
8 8 8 8
8 8 8 8
3 2 1 5 6 4
8
9
7
11 10
PTN
RUN
PROG
DISP
SELE
PAR
SET
AUTO
HAND
SET
PROG
AT
TIME COM
MV MAN
SV AL1
OUT1 OUT2 PRO PTN STEP
RUN
PV
SV
8 8
PC410 ALTEC
8 8 8 8
8 8 8 8
Parameters setting key
(Automatic/Manual key)
Automatic/Manual operation selection
(Up key)
Increase value
(Down key)
Decrease value
S.N. Item Functions
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PTN
RUN
PROG
SET
PROG
OUT1
STEP
PROFILE
(Step number display)
Indicates the step number of program
(Program monitor indicator)
During program control, / is lit when the PV is rising
During program control, - is lit when the PV is constant
During program control, \ is lit when the PV is falling
SV
OP3
MV
AT
(SV Indicator)
It is lit when the Setting Value(SV) is being displayed on the lower display
(Output3 indicator)
The LED indicator is lit when output3 is ON
(MV Indicator)
It is lit when the Manipulating Value(MV) is being displayed on the lower display
(PID Auto-tuning Indicator)
TVNE on SV/MV/TIME display flashes during auto-tuning
PTN
(Pattern number display)
Indicates the pattern number
PV
Display
(PV Display)
Indicates the Process/Measured value
SV/MV/TI
ME
Display
(SV/MV/TIME display)
It indicates the Setting Value(SV), Manipulating Value(MV), or Time(TIME)
(The display content can be changed by the DISP/SELECT key)
TIME
(TIME Indicator)
It is lit when the time(TIME) is being displayed on the lower display
AL1
MAN
(Alarm1 output indicator)
It is lit when the Alarm1 output is ON
(Manual control indicator)
It is lit when in manual operation mode
COM
(Communication indicator)
It flashes when the controller is in active communication with a host computer
RUN
(Program control runing indicator)
The LED indicator is lit during program control
(Pattern key)
Selects the program pattern number
(Run/Program key)
Starts/hold the program, changes the mode from fixed value control to program control
(Set/Program key)
Program parameters setup
(Display/Selection key)
Changes the indication on SV/MV/TIME display
(Output1 indicator)
The LED indicator is lit when output1 is ON
OUT2
(Output2 indicator)
The LED indicator is lit when output2 is ON
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7 Basic Operations
7.1 Displays & Indicators
Programmer Indicators:
There are two LED displays indicate the operating parameters.
The upper display(green) indicates the Process Value(PV) when in base condition. On selecting a
parameter, the appropriate parameter abbreviation appears.
The lower display(red) indicates the Setting Value(SV), Manipulating Value(MV) or the remaining
time(TIME) of the running program.
On selecting a parameter, the appropriate parameter value appears here.
RO
When the controller is running in programmer/controller mode([TRL = P 9), and the indicator TIME is
lit(press the DISP SELECT key to switch), the lower display indicates the remaining time of the running
program; when the controller is running as constant temp. controller, the code [ONT appears in the lower
display.
When the controller is powered on, the upper display indicates the basic model code of the controller, and
the lower display indicates the software version of the controller.
3 seconds later, the upper display will indicate process values (PV), and the lower display will indicate set
values (SV), or, when the controller is in manual operating mode(indicator 'MAN' is illuminated), the lower
display will indicate the output power.
Both the LED indicators 'OUT1' and 'OUT2' indicate the state of the relevant output. The LED is illuminated
when the output is 'on'. If output 1 is fitted with analog output, the intensity of the indicator varies with the
magnitude of the output level. If the analog output is configured as 4~20mA, the LED glows dimly even with
an output level of 0%. If output 2 is configured as an alarm output, the LED OUT2 is illuminated when the
alarm is active.
The LED indicator AL1 indicates the status of alarm1, when the alarm is active, the indicator will be lit.
When the controller running in manual mode, the indicator MAN will be lit.
The indicator COM will flash
The type of contents displayed on the lower display is changed every
time the DISP SELECT key is pressed. The type of contents displayed is indicated by the LED provided on
the down side of the lower display.
when the controller is in active communication with a host computer.
The indicator AT indicates the status of PID self-tuning, when the controller is in the PID self-tuning process,
the led will be lit.
OP3 indicates the status of Output3, or for other purpose in some special versions.
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The displays(PTN & STEP) and indicators(PROFILE & RUN) indicates the states of the running programs.
RO
When the controller was configured as programmer mode([TRL = P 9). The PTN display indicates the
program pattern number, the program number which need to be run or modified can be changed with the
PTN/ key.
When the program is running, the indicator RUN will be lit, the current running segment number will apear in
the STEP display. When the SV is rising, indicator / will be lit; when the SV is constant, indicator - will be
lit; when the SV is falling, indicator \ will be lit.
When the controller was configured as constant temperature controller. The PTN, STEP displays and the
PORFILE, RUN indicators will be turned off.
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7.2 Operation Keys
There are eight keys on the controller panel.
The PTN/ , SET/PROG key and RUN/PROG key are specially for program control related operations:
PTN/: Set the program pattern number.
SET/PROG: Set the program parameters.
RUN/PROG: Press this key to run/hold the program.
These keys are inoperative when the controller runs in constant temperature control mode.
The DISP/SELECT key is the display selector for the lower display,
With the AUTO/HAND key, the controller can be switched from automatic operating mode to the manual
mode. Press the key again returns the controller to automatic mode.
The defined parameter list is scrolled through in sequence using the PAR/SET key. By pressing this key, the
abbreviation of the next parameter will appear in the upper display. The value associated with this parameter
will appear in the lower display. If there is no key operation within 16 seconds, the display returns to the base
condition.
With the and key, the value of the displayed parameter can be increased/decreased(insofar as
modification is permitted). The speed increases/decreases as long as the key is depressed.
key
the type of contents displayed on the
lower display is changed every time the DISP SELECT key is pressed. The type of contents displayed is
indicated by the LED provided on the down side of the lower display.
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7.3 Setpoint Adjusting
During the basic functioning, the Process Value(PV) is shown in the upper display, press DISP/SELECT key
until the Setting Value(SV) appears in the lower display.(the indicator SV will be lit)
At this time, the Setting Value can be increase or decrease with the and key. Keeping it pressed results
in a progressively faster variation. The adjustable range: SP L ~ SP K.
RO
When the controller was configured as programmer mode([TRL = P 9), during the program running, the
setting value cant be modified.
7.4 Automatic/Manual Operating Modes
The controller can run in two different operating modes: close-loop(Automatic) mode & open-loop(Manua)l
mode.
In automatic mode(close-loop), the output of the controller is determined by the control algorithm. In the base
condition, the process value and the setpoint appear on the LED display. The setpoint is modified by the
and keys.
If the controller is switched to manual mode, the output level is operator-adjustable by means of the
and keys, control is then open-loop. In the base condition, the process value and the output
level appear on the LED display. Illumination of the 'MAN' indicator indicates manual mode.
In the manual mode, the max output level is limited by the Max Output Power parameter(Code: K PL).
Changeover in two modes is through the AUTO/HAND key(if not locked out).
The changeover is controlled by the Auto/manual Enable parameter(code: A K):
If A K = AVTO, changeover locked out;
If A K = KAND, changeover possible.
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Parameter Adjustable Range Comments
INT.T
Integral Time
Derivative Time
Mnemonic
DER.T
Disappears if (TRL=0N.0F
0FF; 1 ~ 8000s
0FF; 1 ~ 999s
REL.C
Relative Cool Coefficient
Heat Cycle Time
K C.T
Disappears if (TRL = 0N.0F
( F
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P 9
S.N.
SP
TVNE
AL 1
AL2
KYS1
KYS2
PROP
DB
[ C.T
LOC
Cool Cycle Time
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
17
Display units
Setpoint in closed loop
Active Self-Tune
Programmer/controller
status(display & selection)
Alarm 1
Alarm 2
AL1 Hysteresis
AL2 Hysteresis
Proportional Band
Dead Band
Configuration Password
Celsius or Fahrenheit(Read only)
IDLE
RVN
KOLD
SP L~SP K
0FF
ON
Measurement range
Measurement range
1~300C
1~2000C
0.1 ~ 10.0
0.1 ~ 10.0
0.1 ~ 240.0s
0.1 ~ 240.0s
0 ~ 9999
1~300C
Program halted
Program running
Program hold
Stop PID self-tune
Start PID self-tune
*Optional
Appears if KYS = ON
Appears during heat/cool
Appears during heat/cool
Display only
Becomes hysteresis if (TRL is
configured as 0N.0F
When the controller is in the PV displaying status, press PAR/SET key and hold about 3 seconds, reveals
the first parameter. Press PAR/SET once again, the next enabled parameter and its current value appears.
The parameter value can either be modified with the and key, or left unmodified.
If the last parameter is displayed or theres no key operation within 16 seconds, the menu times out
automatically.

7.5 Modifying the Operation Parameter
7.5.1 Operation Parameter List
K,A
16 Current High Limit 1~9999A *Optional
Set to 808 to enter the configuration menu
Appears if 0P2 = AL02
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7.5.2 Comments on Operation Parameters
1. Proportional Band(PROP)
This is the band of error within which the power output is proportional to the error. Error values outside this
band give 100% or 0% power output.
If the proportional band is too narrow it will give control resembling on/off control with continuous oscillation.
Wide proportional bands give stable but sluggish control with an offset in the steady-state condition.
2. Integral Time(INT.T)
This term provides automatic compensation for long term control offsets. It is the time taken for the output to
change by one proportional band width for a constant error equal to the proportional band. Typically this must
be set to a value longer than the response time of the process being controlled.
3. Derivative Time(DER.T)
This term provides anticipation and fast recovery from disturbances. It can be taken as the 'look ahead'
period of the controller. It is typically set to a time approximately one sixth of the integral time.
4.Relative Cool Coefficient(REL.C)
This parameter indicates the relationship between the heating and cooling performance of the controlled
equipment. By this means, a special proportional band is defined for the cool channel, which is calculated
from the value for the heat channel and the factor set in REL.C. The parameter is set according to the ratio:
REL.C = heat performance:cool performance
Therefore the heating/cooling effectiveness values of the controlled equipment must be know or deduced.
The parameter must be correctly set without fail before activating self-tuning, as tuning relies on this value of
calculating the control parameters.
5.Cycle time(K C.T, [ C.T)
The cycle time of the switching outputs(K C.T and [ C.T) should be set high value(e.g.20 seconds) if contactors
are used, and to low values(e.g. 1 second for logic output) if thyristors are used.
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8.1 Configuration Parameter List
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Mnemonic
SP K
SP L
K PL
SNBP
0FST
( F
SN
Parameter
Setpoint Low Limit
Adjustable Range
Measurement range
Comments
Max output power
Sensor Break Power
Input/calibration offset
C/F unit selection
( Centigrade
F Fahrenheit
0.0~100.0
0.0~100.0
-19.99~99.99
Input Signal
always > SP L
always < SP K
Affects all temperature dependent parameters
J thermocouple
K thermocouple
E thermocouple
R thermocouple
S thermocouple
B thermocouple
T thermocouple
Pt100
Pt100(0.1 prec)
Cu50
Cu50(0.1 prec)
Linear input
Linear input (0.1 prec)
Linear resistance signal
Linear resistance signal (0.1 prec)
JTC
(ATC
ETC
RTC
STC
BTC
TTC
RTD
. RTD
CV
. CV
L,N
. L,N
PRE
. PRE
8
9
ADDR
BAVD
Instrument Address
Baud Rate
0.0~9.9
600
1200
2400
4800
9600
19.2
Setpoint High Limit
8 Software Configuration
S.N.
Measurement range
The controller must be configured properly in order to perform the correct control function.
How to enter software configuration menu:
1) Press PAR/SET key and hold for 3 seconds to enter the first level menu(i.e. operation parameter list);
2) Press PAR/SET key to scroll the parameter to LOC and set its value to
3) Press PAR/SET key, the first parameter appears on the upper display, at the same time the lower display
will display the value of this parameter. The values can be modified by pressing keys and . After
modification, press the PAR/SET key, the next parameter appears, at the same time, the modified data has
been saved in the memory.
If the last parameter is displayed or there is no key operation within 16 seconds, the menu times out
automatically.
After configuration, set the configuration password(code LOC) to data other than 808 in order to protect the
parameter values from being inadvertent modification.
808(the initial password);
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Control Action
Input Filter
Process scaling
(straight line equation)
ACT
F ,L
PROC
REV
D ,R
P 1
P2
0.01~99.99
Reverse Action
Direct Action
Appears only when input are
linear input(SN is configured
as L,N or .L,N, PRE or .PRE)
16
A K
Auto/manual Enable
Changeover locked out
Changeover possible
AVTO
KAND
13
14
15
0P2
ALO1
ALO2
Output 2(cooling)
Alarm 1
Alarm 2
Appears only if 0P2
is configured as AL02
0FF
FAN
0 ,1
K20
0.05
AL02
ON
ON
0FF
K ,AL
LOAL
KDA
LDA
DAO
NDAO
POVT
Off
Fan cooling, linear
Oil cooling, linear
Water cooling, non-linear
Compressor refrigeration
2nd alarm output
On
On
Off
Full-scale high alarm
Full-scale low alarm
High-deviation alarm
low-deviation alarm
outside deviation band alarm
Inside deviation band alarm
Alarm when program halt
12
0P1
Output 1(main)
TP
0-20
4-20
Time-proportioned
0~20mA output
4~20mA output
19
Unit of program
running time
PRT
N,N
SEC
Minute
Second
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PB D
Proportional Band
Display
[-F
L,N
PCT
C or F
Linear input units
Percentage
18
PK-L
10~1500C
20
P-PK
Program output Power
High limitation
ON
0FF
21
ORAT
Output changing
rate limit
0FF
0.1~9.9
22
T AO
No-Alarm on Start-up
Disabled
Enabled
0FF
ON
23
KYS
Alarm Hysteresis
Enable
Disable
0FF
ON
Mnemonic Parameter Adjustable Range Comments S.N.
10
[TRL
Control Algorithm
0N.0F
P ,D
R SP
RO
P 9
ON/OFF Regulation
PID Regulation(Proportional Integral Derivative)
PID with ramp to SP
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SPRR
Ramp to setpoint Only appears if (TRL = R SP (C/min) 0.01~99.99 units/min
Parameter appears only if PB D = PCT
Proportional Band
Scale Factor
Enabled
Disabled
Appears only if
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[TRL = P 9
Disabled
small leads slow change rate
Active for
continuous outputs
Configuration Parameter List(Continued)
1st Scaling point
2nd Scaling point
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8.2 Comments on Configuration Parameters
Pre-Configuration, Parameter Setting
A large number of parameters are installation-dependent, and as such only need setting once before
commissioning. This setting should take place before connecting the instrument to the plant.
Warning: Never configure the instrument while it is controlling a process.
The value for 0P1(output 1) and 0P2(output 2) must be set according to the output modules:
Time proportioned output
This applies to relay, logic or triac outputs(i.e. ON/OFF devices) and PID control. The percentage 'on' time of
the device over a period is proportional to the power demand of the PID. Appropriate cycle times can be
selected to suit the type of output device and the process response time.
Analogue output
Where continuously variable control is required. DC volts or current are available. 4 to 20 mA is a standard
output. Other standard outputs are 0 to 5V, o to 10V, 1 to 5V, 0 to 20mA.
2). Outputs - 0P 1 & 0P2
1). Input Signal - SN
The parameter SN should be set to the correct sensor type the controller connected, otherwise the display of
PV will be incorrect.
3). Control Algorithm - [TRL
PV PV
Output Output
100% 100%
0% 0%
ON/OFF Control PID Control
SP SP
PROP
Four different control algorithms can be configured:
ON/OFF controller(heat only, no cool)
The instrument functions as a two-state controller with a controller switch point (heat output only).
PROP becomes hysteresis if TRL is configured as 0N.0F
PID controller with immediate setpoint modification
The PID control algorithm includes self-tuning and special parameters for optimal start-up.
The setpoint can be freely modified between the configured limits(see parameter list), when the
actual value is indicated in the upper display and the setpoint in the lower display.
By turning off I and D as appropriate it is possible to configure these controllers as PD, PI, or P
only. P or PD control is typically used for situations where straight line control is required but offsets
during steady-state are tolerable. PI control gives offset free steady-state control and PID gives tight
control with little or no overshoot when well tuned.
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With the PB D parameter, one can select whether the proportional band should be displayed in units or in
percentage. If the percentage setting is chosen, the range is determined using the PK-L parameter, to which
the percentage data refers. The value should be equal to the measurement range of the instrument.
6). No-Alarm on Start-up - T AO
5). Control Action - ACT
4). Proportional Band - PB D, PK-L
A reverse acting controller(parameter REV) will reduce its output demand as the process variable increases.
REV should be selected for temperature control loops with the heat output.
A direct acting controller(parameter D,R) will increase its output demand as its process variable increases.
D,R should be selected for temperature control loops with the cool output.
When the controller starts up or after the modification of setting value, even alarm condition occurs, the
alarm will be not active. The alarm will act only when the controller runs in the normal condition and the
alarm condition occurs again.
For reverse control( = ), the function is enabled for Full-scale low alarm and Low-deviation alarm.
For direct control(ACT=D,R), the function is enabled for Full-scale high alarm and High-deviation alarm.
ACT REV
PID controller with ramp-to-setpoint
This function is configured in the parameter [TRL by selecting R SP. Excessive thermal shock to sensitive
loads is prevented by bumpless start-up to the required setpoint. The ramp-to-setpoint is independently
activated by powering up the controller or by modifying the setpoint. The instantaneous control setpoint is
modified by adjustable ramping. It begins with the original process value and ends with the adjusted target
setpoint. The ramp rate is selectable by the SPRR parameter in units/min.
During ramp-to-setpoint, the process value is indicated in the upper display and the target setpoint in the
lower. The RUN indicator is lit until the target setpoint has been reached. In order to view the instantaneous
setpoint, the PAR/SET key must be pressed once. The RUN indicator flashes during display of the
instantaneous setpoint.
With the KB(holdback) parameter the maximum allowable deviation between the process value and the
instantaneous setpoint can be defined. If the deviation exceeds KB, ramping is halted and the RUN indicator
flashes. The function of hold back is further explained below.
If the ramp rate or the target setpoint is modified during ramp-to-setpoint, this modification directly affects
active ramping.
PID programmer/controller with multi-segments
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If [TRL = P 9, the controller was configured as a programmer/controller.
See section 12 Programmer/Controller for details.
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Alarm ON OFF OFF ON OFF
High-deviation alarm(KDA)
Full-scale high alarm(K ,AL) Full-scale low alarm(LOAL)
Outside deviation band alarm(DAO) Inside deviation band alarm(NDAO)

AL1, AL2

AL1, AL2

Alarm value

Alarm value

Alarm value

Alarm value

Alarm value
Alarm ON OFF OFF
PV
PV
Time
Hysteresis
Alarm ON OFF OFF
PV
PV
Hysteresis
Alarm

SV

SV

SV
ON OFF OFF ON ON
Alarm ON OFF OFF
PV
PV
Time
Hysteresis
AL1
AL1
AL1
AL1
AL1
AL1
Low-deviation alarm(LDA)

SV
Alarm ON OFF OFF
PV
PV
Time
Hysteresis
Time Time
Hysteresis
Hysteresis
Hysteresis
Hysteresis
PV
PV PV
PV

Alarm value
Time
7). Alarms Modes - ALO 1, ALO2
8). Alarm Hysteresis - KYS 1, KYS2
The alarm hysteresis is and . Hysteresis is used to provide a definite indication of the alarm
condition and to prevent alarm relay chatter.
KYS 1 KYS2
Two alarms outputs may be installed in the controller. Six different modes of alarm can be setup with these
alarm outputs by configuration:
(1) Full-scale high alarm(K,AL) Alarm operates above an absolute level.
(2) Full-scale low alarm(LOAL) Alarm operates below an absolute level.
(3) High-deviation alarm(KDA) Alarm operates above a defined band above the control level.
(4) Low-deviation alarm(LDA) Alarm operates below a defined band below the control level.
(5) Outside deviation band alarm(DAO)
Alarm operates outside a defined band around the control level.
(6) Inside deviation band alarm(NDAO)
Alarm operates inside a defined band around the control level.
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PC900 series programmable controllers have
in-built self-tuning as a standard feature,
which can be activated by the user on
demand. According to a special procedure,
the instrument examines the process reaction
curve and calculates by means of a complex
computer algorithm the optimum control
parameter, using the data measured during
the procedure. The parameters thereby
obtai ned after successful tuni ng are
automatically set into the instrument. Control
parameters can be adapted in this way at any
time for new or modified process reaction
curves. It is not necessary to pre-adjust the
control parameters before tuning, this is an
i mportant advantage over customary
procedure.
9 PID Self-Tuning
9.1 Self-Tuning General
9.2 Self-Tuning Operation
PV
setpoint
CP
PV2
PV1
Output
100%
0%
Self-tuning from setpoint heating process
Note: The adjustment procedures used here apply thermal shocks; in sensitive systems damage can occur.
The adjustment procedure relies on correct configuration of the controller for the process and can only work
correctly if there pre-conditions are met.
A self-tune procedure from setpoint is performed if, on activating self-tuning, the measured value and the
setpoint are approximately equal, e.g. when the process reaction curve has converged. This procedure can
be used for post-runing the curve in the finalised control set-up.
Self-tuning calculate the following control parameters:
PROP Proportional band
INT.T Integral time constant
DER.T Derivative time constant
In order to achieve optimal control results, the actual value should be broadly stable before the start. The
algorithm functions even if the actual value is unstable but it evaluates this change as part of the process
reaction curve.
During the course of the operation, the indicator AT will be lit. During this periods, do not change any of the
instrument parameters. The tuning operation is finished when the indicator AT no longer lights. The user can
abort self-tuning at any time by setting the parameter TVNE to 0FF.
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9.3 Self-Tuning Activation
10 Sensor Break
A sensor break and likewise an input error occurs when the input is open circuit or the measured value at the
input over or under-ranges the linearisation span of the instrument. If the input is open circuit or the
measured value is over-range, the annunciation SNB appears on the upper display. In an under-range
condition(reversed polarity or wrong thermocouple connection) the annunciation VR appears. In both cases,
the flashing MAN beacon indicates that the output level is set at the value defined by the parameter SNBP.
If a sensor break is detected at the input of the instrument, one of the output levels defined by the user(SNBP
Parameter) is given on the output. The control loop is therefore open. The SNBP parameter can be adjusted
for heat control in the range 0 to 100% and for heat/cool control in the range -99.9 to 100%.
Once failure eliminated, the controller will return to automatic control mode.
Self-tuning can be activated under the following conditions:
Operator level(not in configuration level)
Automatic operating(closed loop)
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PID control algorithm(P,D, RSP, or P 9)
In the following circumstances, self-tuning is halted or overridden:
1. Tuning is halted when the controller is switched over from automatic to manual. It automatically
begins afresh when switched back to closed-loop(if not switched off in between times).
2. In a power outage the process is interrupted. If automatic tuning is configured to take place on
application of mains power, tuning re-starts when the power supply returns.
3. If the programmer/controller is executing a program, tuning cannot be activated during a ramp. The
program must be reset beforehand(IDLE) or halted(KOLD).
4. If the instrument is configured as a PID controller with ramped setpoint(RSP), the tuning procedure
overrides the start-up ramp.
5. Self-tuning can be activated with two different parameters, the tuning setpoint can be adjusted for
about one minute after the start.
6. With the parameter TVNE, the user can trigger an immediate tune. The parameter values ON and
0FF serve to activated and display the tuning procedure.
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-10 10 20 30 40 50
Input signal (mV)
LO L VR(Sensor break/short pause)
P1(X1,Y1)
P2(X2,Y2)
-999 (L,N)
9999(L,N)
-99.9(.L,N)
999.9(. ) L,N
SNB(Sensor break) K , L
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11 Linear Signal Input
To measure physical quantities such as pressure, humidity, tension, weight, voltage and current, these
physical quantities must be converted into analog voltage signals before inputting to instrument.
For linear signal inputs, set the parameter SN to value L,N or .L,N.
The input to the controller must be between -10~50mV, voltage signal which exceed this range must be
attenuated with an appropriately sized input adapter. Current signals are converted to the -10~50mV range
with a shunt input adapter.
e.g.
Input Adapter
-------------------------------------
4 to 20 mA Ri=2.5
0 to 10 V Ri=1k/200k
11.1 Setup and Configuration

Set K, L to the point desired to be the sensor overrange point or the sensor upper break point(in display
units). If the input signal causes the display value to exceed this threshold, the controller enters the sensor
break condition.
Set LO L to the point desired to be the sensor underrange point or the sensor lower break point(in display
units). If the input signal cause the display value fall below this threshold, the controller enters the sensor
break condition.
Set parameter F,L to appropriate value, the bigger is the F,L, the more stable it is, but the response will be
slower.
Set the parameter SN to L,N or .L,N;
Principle:
Two points define a straight line.
The scaling procedure maps input
signals to specific display values.
The figure left clearly illustrates the
principle.
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P2:
P1:
Connect source(from signal generator or sensor to input terminals before
proceeding.)
Apply a signal equal to 4mA for the first point(P1)
Press key, P 1 appears in the lower display
Press PAR/SET key, the number in the lower display will be the
value(after adjustment) assigned to the injected input signal
Press or key to adjust the number in the lower display until it
corresponds to the value represented by the injected signal(4mA)
Press PAR/SET key
Press key to affirm
Press PAR/SET key, P 1 appears in the upper and lower display
at the same time
5 seconds later, the scaling of the 1st point is completed
Press PAR/SET key until PROC appears in the upper display
Press key until P2 appears in the lower display
Press PAR/SET key again: The number in the lower display will be the
value(after adjustment) assigned to the injected input signal
Press or key to adjust the number in the lower display until it
corresponds to the value represented by the injected signal(20mA)
Press PAR/SET key
Press key to affirm
Press PAR/SET key, P2 appears in the upper and lower display
at the same time
5 seconds later, the scaling of the 2nd point is completed
Apply a signal equal to 20mA for the second point(P2)
BUTTON OPERATION DISPLAY STEP
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
STEP BUTTON OPERATION DISPLAY
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Press PAR/SET key until PROC appears in the upper display
11.2 Scaling Procedure
The following two examples are used to describe the checking and programming procedures: input 4~20
mA, so that the corresponding display of the Pc900 is 50~2500, and the check steps are as follows:
Connect a resistor of 2.5 at the input terminal, so that the input signal is within the range of 0 to 50mV.
Connect the controller to some form signal generator which can reproduce the sensor output, or to the
sensor itself if the sensor can be induced to supply various signal levels.
PROC
----
PROC
P 1
P 1
150
P 1
50
50
NO
50
YES
P 1
P 1
PROC
----
PROC
----
PROC
P2
P2
1500
P2
2500
2500
NO
2500
YES
P2
P2
PROC
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12 Programmer/Controller
12.1 General Description
The sixteen segments are defined in the order: Ramp 1, Dwell period 1, Ramp 2, Dwell period 2..., and are
executed in succession.

A ramp consists of a slope(linear gradient) and a target setpoint. The control setpoint increases or decreases
at a linear ramp rate from the actual measured value until a specified target setpoint is reached. The relative
positions of the actual measured value and the target setpoint determine whether the slope of the ramp is
positive or negative. Parameters R1, R2, R3... express the ramping rate in unites per minute(0.01~99.99),
parameters L1, L2, L3... the appropriate target setpoint in display units.
Dwell period
In a Dwell period, the target setpoint, which has been attained, remains unchanged for a fixed period. All the
dwell periods are defined by their duration in minutes with parameters D1, D2, D3...(0~9999). When the
program is running, these parameter display the time remaining in the active dwell period. If the parameter
equals zero, the dwell period is skipped.
Ramp
PID
Controller
Program
Generator
Start/Stop
Programmer
Clock
Holdback
Base Setpoint
Digital Communications
Hb
Measured Value(PV)
Hold
Host
Computer
Run
IdlE
Control Output
PC900 series programmable controller contains an in-built setpoint generator in addition to the controller
function. This setpoint generator can produce a temperature/time profile with 16 segments. When the
program is running, the current setpoint from the setpoint generator is fed to the control algorithm. The
current setpoint is continuously shown on the lower display.
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Dwell Time 2
Holdback(band) 1~9999C
D2
KB
1
2
3
4
5
6
S.N. Mnemonic Parameter Adjustable Range Comments
LC
Program Loop Counter
Ramp Rate 1
Target Setpoint 1
Dwell Time 1
Ramp Rate 2
Target Setpoint 2
END; STEP;
0.01~99.99 units/(min, sec)
0 ~ 9999 min
SPL ~ SPK
R1
L1
D1
R2
L2
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Program Parameter List(These parameters appear only if (TRL = P 9)
... ... ...
1~200, CONT(continuous)
END; STEP;
0.01~99.99 units/(min, sec)
SPL ~ SPK
0 ~ 9999 min
... ...
... ... ... ... ...
8
ramp 1 and dwell 1
output power limit
PL1
0.0~100%
9
ramp 2 and dwell 2
output power limit
PL2
0.0~100%
Appears only if Program output
Power High limitation function is
enabled.( ) P-PK = ON
... ... ... ... ...
10 Program ending action
P.END
0FF
SP
0.PR
1.PR
...
Stop output
Constant temp. control, setpoint=SP
Run 0# program
Run 1# program
...
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event output during
program running
0PT ,
Optional
12.2 Program Parameters Setting
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First, (TRL must be configured as P 9.
When the controller runs in the PV displaying status:
1). Select the target program pattern number with the PTN/ key.
2). press SET/PROG key, the first program parameter appears in the upper display. The value associated
with this parameter will be shown in the lower display.
3). Use and key to modify the value.
4). Press the PAR/SET key, the next parameter appears. At the same time, the modification has been saved
in the memory. Use and key to modify the value.
Repeat this procedure till all the parameters are set. Or if there is no key operation within 16 seconds, the
menu times out automatically.
parameter

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R1
L1
D1
R2
D2
L2
R1
L1
D1=0
R2
L2
D2
R1
L1
L2
D2
R2
D1
PV
R1
L1
L2
D2
R2
D1
Start value =
Measured value
PV
Start value =
Measured value
2nd Iteration 1st Iteration
Time
Start value =
Measured value
Time
Time
Start value =
Measured value
PV PV
time
R1
D1
R2
D2
L1
L2
R1

If R1 = END, the program will be ended when the program runs to the slope;
If R1 = STEP, the program will skip this slope, and directly goto the next dwell period.
L1
The target value to which the setpoint ramps when the programmer has been placed into RVN. Note that the
adjustment range of this level is bound by the setpoint limit parameter SP L and SP K.
D1
The value of this parameter indicates the time remaining in the dwell segment if the value is viewed while the
program is currently in this particular dwell segment. The segment is skipped if D1 is set to zero minutes.
Program Loop Counter - L[
This parameter determines the number of iterations of the program. Note that when a program is running,
the value indicates will select the number of iterations remaining including the current iteration before the
programmer reverts to IDLE.
Holdback Band KB
For detail, see the next page "Programmer States".
Ramp Rate 1
Target Setpoint 1
Dwell Time 1 -
R1
Comments on Program Parameters
Program Examples
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The programmer/controller can be placed in three different states: IDLE, RVN and KOLD. The state is
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determined by the parameter P 9. An additional, non-selectable state is holdback(KB).
Idle State
If the programmer/controller has been placed in the IDLE state, it operates as a simple controller with the
setpoint shown on the lower display. An entered program is not executed. The controller will return to IDLE
state at the end of the program.
Run State
In the RVN state, the program has been started and is executing. When started from the IDLE state, the
program is always launched from the beginning, at the end of the program it returns to IDLE. The current
running segment is displayed in the STEP display. A program which is running may be reset by selecting
RO
IDLE(parameter P 9).
Hold State
RO
A program which is running(RVN) is halted by selecting KOLD(parameter P 9). The program generator stops
the program on the current setpoint, and the program timer will be stopped. From the KOLD state, the program
can be continued(RVN) or reset(IDLE).
Holdback State
The holdback state(KB)is a special case of KOLD. It is activated of its own accord by the programmer/controller
and cannot be selected by the user. The KB parameter allows the user to set the difference tolerated between
the current setpoint and the actual value while the program is running. If this difference is exceeded, the
program generator halts itself in order for the process value to catch up with the program setpoint. In a dwell
period the time-base is halted. If the difference between setpoint and actual value is again smaller than KB,
the program is continued.
To switch off holdback, set the parameter to a very high value.
IDLE
RVN
KOLD
KB
12.3 Programmer States
12.4 Program Control Methods
The state of the programmer can be modified in three ways. All of the three have the same priority and the
last action from any of them is acted upon:
RO
1). Via the front panel keys, by choosing the parameter P 9 and selecting the parameter value(IDLE, RVN or
KOLD). Note that the rear terminals 14 & 15 must be bridged during this time, otherwise the controller will
immediately enter KOLD state when the program starts. If the programmer/controller is placed from IDLE into
KOLD via the front panel keys, the program is both started and then immediately halted.
2). Via the rear terminal 14 & 15 as shown in the wiring diagram. When the controller is in RVN or KOLD state,
short circuit terminals 14 and 15. If terminals 14 and 14 are already shorted, first disconnect them, then short
again, so that the controller enters the RVN state.
When the controller is in RVN state, disconnect terminals 14 & 15, the controller will enter the KOLD state.
When the controller is in RVN state, press the STOP switch(terminals 14 & 15), the controller will enter the
IDLE state.
3). Via digital communications, by modifying the status word, see communications protocol for ALTEC AL808
series controller. The communication protocol and communication test software can be downloaded from our
wetsite(http://www.altec.cc).
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All the parameters are stored in non-volatile memory. When power is lost, the current point in the program is
also stored in the memory. When power is restored, the programmer/controller resumes the program in the
appropriate segment at the point reached at the moment of interruption, as soon as the process value re-
enters the holdback band.
12.7 Program Recovery Following Loss of Power
12.6 Changing Program Parameter
The program pattern number PTN cant be changed when the controller is in RVN and KOLD state.
...
modification is possible to the other parameter, the modification is permanent.
In the KOLD state, the parameters specific to the program, LC, R1, L1, D1, R2, L2, D2..., can be modified, the
modification is, however, not permanent and is valid only for the current iteration of the program. A
modification is possible to the other parameter, the modification is permanent.
In the IDLE state, all the parameters can be modified, the modification is permanent.
In the RVN state, the parameters specific to the program, LC, R1, L1, D1, R2, L2 and D2 , can't be modified. A
12.5 Annunciators
The LED indicator RUN indicates the current state of the programmer/controller:
LED on ---> running(RVN)
LED off ---> stop(IDLE)
LED flashes ---> Hold(KOLD) or Holdback(KB)
Note: The indicator RUN will be lit at the slope when [TRL is configured as R SP.
Display of running program segments:
When the controller is in RVN, KB or KOLD state, the current segment number of the running program
will appears in the STEP display.
During program running,
'/' is lit when the SV is rising.
'-' is lit when the SV is constant.
'\' is lit when the SV is falling.
Display of remaining time:
When the controller is in RVN, KB or KOLD state, press the DISP/SELECT key until the indicator
TIME is lit. The value displayed in the lower display is the remaining time of the segment's
running instead of the total running time of the segment.
Display of setting value:
When the controller is in RVN, KB or KOLD state, the values displayed in the lower display are the
setting values (SV) which is running instead of setpoint (SP), while the values displayed under the
SP parameter code are setpoint (SP).
When the controller is in the IDLE state, the lower display will display the setpoint (SP), the value can
by modified with the and key.
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In furnaces which use MoSi2 bar, Molybdenum filament, tungsten filament as heating elements, the cold-
resistance of the heater is very small.
If the controller runs in the automatic mode and there is no power limitation to the output, the heater even the
furnace may be burned out.
If the program output power limitation function is enabled(P-PK=ON), the parameters PL1, PL2, PL3... will
appear in the program parameter list. Set them to appropriate value for the furnaces.
At the end of a program, the controller will act according to the related parameter(code: P.END):
1) , the controller will turn off the outputs, finish the program.
2) , when the program is over, the controller will perform as a constant temp. controller, the setting
value is SP. The value of SP appears in the lower display, the value can be modified with the
3) , when the program is over, the controller will jump to corresponding
program and start to run it. Thus, several programs can be connected as one program.
P.END = 0FF
P.END = SP
and key.
P.END = 0. PR, 1. PR, 2. PR, 3. PR...
12.7 Program Output Power Limitation
12.8 Ending a Program & Program linking
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Measurement Range
Accuracy 0.2%+1 digit
Sample Rate
Input
Output
Alarm
Program
Control Algorithm
Communications
Power Supply
Environment
Technical Data
Thermocouple: J, K, E, R, S, T and B
RTD: Pt100 and Cu50
Linear Input: 0~20mA, 4~20mA, -10.0~50.0mV, 0~10V
Relay(NO, max. 250VAC, 3A)
Logic(20V/10mA), drive SSR
Triac
Analog: 0~10mA, 4~20mA, 0~20mA, or 0~5V, 1~5V, and 0~10V
125 ms
Relay(NO, max. 250VAC, 3A)
Modes: upper and lower limit alarm, deviation alarm
10*16-segments programs
Cycle: 1~200 times or continuous
ON/OFF
PID and PID self-tuning
RS232, RS422, RS485
Voltage Range: 85~264VAC; 45/60Hz
Temperature: Humidity: 0~50C, 85%
Code
J TC
[ATC
E TC
R TC
S TC
B TC
T TC
RTD
. RTD
[V
. [V
L,N
. L,N
PRE
. PRE
Input
J thermocouple
K thermocouple
E thermocouple
R thermocouple
S thermocouple
B thermocouple
T thermocouple
Pt100
Pt100(1/10' prec)
Cu50
Cu50(1/10' prec)
Linear input
Linear input(1/10' prec)
Linear resistance
Linear resistance
Measurement Range(C)
-135~1000
-255~1395
-99~749
-50~1767
-50~1767
-50~1967
-260~400
-100~1000
-99.9~999.9
-50~150
-49.99~149.9
-1999~9999
-199.9~999.9
-1999~9999
-199.9~999.9
Measurement Range(F)
-211~1832
-427~2543
-427~1380
-58~3213
-58~3213
-58~3313
-436~752
-100~1000
-99.9~999.9
-50~150
-49.9~149.9
-1999~9999
-199.9~999.9
-1999~9999
-199.9~999.9