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MODEL CC02A
Serial Communications Interface

Features Benefits

• Zero Two Series System Serial • On-line access to all operational

Communications and setup data

• User configurable • Flexibility and ease of operation

• RS-485 and RS-232 MODBUS • Dual MODBUS master configuration

RTU ports or local host monitoring possible

• Master/Slave configuration • Increased fault tolerance from

additional CC02A

• Battery backup connection, • Protection against malfunction

watchdog, fault relay,
communications error detection

• Communicates with multiple • Cost effective solution for large

nodes systems

Description

The General Monitors CC02A Communications Card In the Zero Two Series chassis, the CC02A interfaces
facilitates serial communications between each with the Fault, Accept and Master Reset bus. Accept,
module in a General Monitors Zero Two Series Reset, LED Test and Card Test commands can be
System and an external host computer, allowing fast transmitted to an individual Zero Two Series module. In
access to operational and setup data registers. It Broadcast mode these commands are executed by all
supports a Burst Read feature, which returns all Zero Two Series modules simultaneously.
registers of a module in a single transmission.
The CC02A supports LED Test, operates from a 10VDC
The module acts as an intelligent bridge between the to 35VDC power supply and detects low supply
Zero Two Series System communications bus and the conditions. It has a Normally Energized Fault relay and a
host, implementing all necessary protocol Fault Unaccept open-collector output. Communications
conversions and error check routines. It maps user errors are flagged by their corresponding excep-
selected Zero Two Series System Serial module node tion codes in the MODBUS response.
addresses into the MODBUS node address space.
Applications
The CC02A presents an RS-485 based MODBUS • Refineries
RTU Slave interface to the host, while an additional
and independent RS-232 based MODBUS RTU Slave • Oil Fields
interface supports simultaneous communication with
a second or local host. The card can be programmed • Gas Fields
to act as Master or Slave on the Zero Two Series • Offshore Platforms
System communications bus.
• Fire and Gas Systems
A single CC02A is used as Master of a Zero Two
• Pipelines
Series System. An additional card configured as
Slave until required will increase fault tolerance. • Compressor and Pumping Stations
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MODEL CC02A
System Specifications Mechanical Specifications

MODBUS Port Interface Height: 6.825 inches (173mm) General Monitors

Worldwide
Driver: RS-485
Width: 1 inch (25mm)
Protocol: MODBUS RTU Slave
Depth: 9.9 inches (251mm)
Baud Rate:
(user selectable) 38400, 19200, 9600, Weight: 11.2 ounces (318 grams)
4800, 2400
Electrical Specifications
Data Format:
(user selectable) 8 Data bits (fixed), even, Power www.generalmonitors.com
odd, no parity, 1,2 stopbits Requirements: 10VDC to 35VDC
Lake Forest, CA
Node Address Current 26776 Simpatica Circle
Range: 1-247 Consumption Max: 70mA @ 24VDC
Lake Forest, California, 92630 Tel:
140mA @ 12VDC
+1-949-581-4464
Zero Two Port Interface
Open Collector
Fax: +1-949-581-1151
Driver: RS-485 Rating: 100mA email: sales@generalmonitors.com

Protocol: Proprietary Master or Slave Relay Rating: SPDT 5A @125/250VAC, Houston, TX

3A @ 30VDC 9776 Whithorn Drive
Baud Rate (fixed): 9600 Houston, Texas, 77095
Cable Parameters: Recommended screened Tel: +1-281-855-6000
Data Format: and armored Fax: +1-281-855-3290
(fixed) 8 data bits, no parity, 1 email: gmhou@generalmonitors.com
stopbit Electrical
Classification: General purpose, non- Ireland
Node Address hazardous area Ballybrit Business Park
Range: 1-255
Galway
Warranty: 2 years Republic of Ireland
Control Port Interface
Tel: +353-91-751175
Driver: RS-232 Standard
Fax: +353-91-751317
Configuration: CC02A-1
email: postmaster@gmil.ie
Protocol: MODBUS RTU Slave
Singapore
Baud Rate (fixed): 9600 No. 2 Kallang Pudding Road
#09-16 Mactech Building
Date Format
Singapore 349307
(fixed): 8 data bits, no parity, 1
stopbit
Tel: +65-748-3488
Fax: +65-748-1911
Node Address email: genmon@gmpacifica.com.sg
Range: Node address = MODBUS
node address United Arab Emirates
P.O. Box 61209
Environmental Specifications Jebel Ali
Dubai
Operating United Arab Emirates
Temperature Range: 0°F to +150°F Tel: +971-4-8815751
(-18°C to +66°C) Fax: +971-4-8817927
email: gmme@emirates.net.ae
Storage
Temperature Range: -40°F to +150°F United Kingdom
(-40°C to +66°C) Specifications subject to change without notice.
Heather Close
Represented by: Lyme Green Business Park
Operating
Macclesfield, Cheshire
Humidity Range: 5 to 100% RH non-condensing
United Kingdom, SK11 0LR
EMC Susceptibility: Conforms to EN50081-1,
Tel: +44-1625-619583
EN50082-1 10V/m max. Fax: +44-1625-619098
email: Info@generalmonitors.co.uk
Publication # DS-CC02A-B1201