3211 Fruitland Ave

Los Angeles, CA 90058

SST2000 Series
Universal Speed Switch & Speed Transmitter

Installation and Operation Manual

Rev. C
P/N: 145F-11761

PCO – 00010383

(c) Copyright 2016, Barksdale, Inc.

All Rights Reserved

Published: Oct 20, 2016

IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ BEFORE PROCEEDING!

The Dynalco SST2000 series speed switch / transmitter is designed for reliable and rugged operation. This
product has been designed and tested to meet the demands required in many industrial and hazardous
locations meeting critical CSA standards. Performance of this product is directly related to the quality of the
installation and knowledge of the user in operating and maintaining the instrument. To ensure continued
operation to the design specifications, personnel should read this manual thoroughly before proceeding with
installation, operation and maintenance of this instrument. If this product is used in a manner not specified by
Dynalco, the protection provided by it against hazards may be impaired.
Dynalco® is a Barksdale® brand.

WARNING
 Failure to follow proper instructions may cause any one of the following situations to occur: Loss of life;
personal injury; property damage; damage to this instrument; and warranty invalidation.

 For clarification of instructions in this manual or assistance with your application, contact Dynalco as
below:
Tech Support: Technical-dynalco-support@barksdale.com or 1-866-227-8528
Customer Care: Sales-Dynalco@barksdale.com or 1-800-835-1060

Or by mail:
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Barksdale® and Dynalco® Products
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 Follow all warnings, cautions, and instructions marked on and supplied with the product.
 Use only qualified personnel to install, operate, program and maintain the product.
 Educate your personnel in the proper installation, operation, and maintenance of the product.
 Install equipment as specified in the installation section of this manual. Follow appropriate local and
national codes. Only connect the product to power sources and end devices specified in this manual.
 Any repair is only to be performed by Dynalco using factory documented components. Tampering or
unauthorized substitution of parts and procedures can affect the performance and cause unsafe
operation of your process.
 All equipment doors must be closed and protective covers must be in place unless qualified personnel
are performing maintenance.

Trademarks
SST-2000A/H, SST-2200A and SST-2400H are trademarks of Dynalco.

(c) Copyright 2016, Barksdale, Inc.

Specifications and information herein are subject to change without notice. Dynalco reserves the right to make changes to the equipment described herein to improve
function or design. Although the information contained in this manual has been carefully reviewed and is believed to be reliable, Dynalco Controls does not assume any
liability for special, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of the application or use of the equipment described herein. Warranty is limited and cannot
exceed the price paid for the product upon which the warranty is based.

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 Contents
Chapter 1 Getting Started 1
About your speed switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Models. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Chapter 2 Installing the SST-2000A/H 9

Mounting the unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
About Electrical Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Connecting Signal Inputs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Chapter 3 Powering External Devices 13

Powering an SPD-100, SPD-700, or other frequency instruments . . . . . . . . 14
Using DPM-105 meters as external speed indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Powering Zero Velocity Pickups and Other Loads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Driving an SPV-200 Solenoid Pneumatic Valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Chapter 4 Calibrating the Speed Switch 19

Locating the programming switch instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Changing the full-scale input frequency range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Input frequency range less than 80 Hz full-scale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Input frequency range greater than 20,000 Hz full-scale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Calibrating the SST-2000A/H . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Calibrating the 4-20 mA Proportional Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Programming Set Points and Relays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Adjusting Signal Sensitivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Response Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Adjusting Individual Set Points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Verifying Set Point Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Adjusting Set Point Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

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Chapter
1
Getting Started
Chapter 1

About your speed switch

WARNING

When the SST-2000A/H Series Speed Switch/Transmitter is

used as the primary overspeed shutdown device, it must be
tested regularly.

The SST-2000A/H series is a speed switch and signal transmitter that provides
alarm set points for over- and underspeed control for sequential, startup, and
shutdown switching for:
t engines
t machines
t I/P drivers
t instrumentation
t process control
t recording
t measurement

How it works
The SST-2000A/H accepts a full-scale frequency input value from 0–0.1 Hz
(6 pulses per minute) to 0–50,000 Hz. Standard: 0–80 Hz to 0–20,000 Hz.
Examples of input devices include:
t passive or active magnetic pickups
t shaft encoders
t contact closures
t flow meters
t photocells
The speed switch converts frequency input (speed, rate) into linear proportional
dc outputs:
t 0–1 mA (standard - meter out)
t 4–20 mA (standard - proportional out)
t 0–5 Vdc (switch selectable)
t 0–10 Vdc (switch selectable)
It provides 0, 2, or 4 relay trip set points (depending on the model)

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Physical Dimensions
Fig. 1-1 Top and side views of the SST-2000A/H.
Dimensions in inches and (centimeters).
Special explosion proof housings kits (complete
with mounting hardware) are also available.
See XP rated housings on page 6. 3.75 9.5

1.81 4.6

8.25 21

7.75 19.7

4X .25 0.64

3.13 7.9

DIMENSIONS IN INCHES[CM]

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Chapter 1

Models
No. Of
Model 3rd Party Certification(s)
Set Points

A series – standard relays

SST-2000A 0 CSA: general certification LR 92270

ABS: type approval
SST-2200A 2
CE: 89/336/EEC, Light Industrial
SST-2400A 4 CE: 72/23/EEC, Low Voltage Directive

H series – hermetically sealed relays

SST-2000H 0 CSA: Class I, Div. 2, Grp. D, LR 45322*

CE: 89/336/EEC, Light Industrial
SST-2200H 2
CE: 72/23/EEC, Low Voltage Directive
SST-2400H 4

* Approval contingent upon housing an SST-2000H series device in a CSA-certified

enclosure.

Features
Signal Field-programmable for: sensors, including contact closure input,
Sources magnetic pickups, ac generators, contact closures, photocells.

Input t Full-scale values from 0–0.1 Hz (6 pulses/minute) to 0-20 kHz.

Frequency t Field-adjustable range and sensitivity control.

Alarm Set 0 SST-2000A/H (when only proportional output is required)

Points 2 SST-2200A/H
4 SST-2400A/H

Alarm Alarms are field-configurable for overspeed, underspeed,

Settings energize, de-energize, latch, auto-reset.

Alarm Disable all alarms (for startup conditions and special functions)
Disable

Alarm Reset t Momentarily reset all latched alarms

t Permanently converts all latching alarms to auto-reset

Set Point Integral VERIFY permits viewing and setting of set point value
Verification without actuating the relays. Requires an external meter.

Proportional 0–1 mA and 4–20 mA (standard)

Outputs 0–5 Vdc or 0–10 Vdc (field-selectable)

Output Repeater output drives counters and self-powered tachometers.

Power Regulated 14 Vdc output powers active pickups, accessories, and
meters (e.g. DPM-105; MTH-103D; SPD-100L; LST-100L).

Output Current source up to 50 mAdc output always included.

Range

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 Getting Started

Specifications
Electrical

Input Signal t 0-20 kHz (standard) (field-adjustable)

Frequency t 0-0.1 Hz (special order)
Range
t 0-80 Hz (special order)
t 0-50K Hz (special order)

Waveforms t Accepts pulsed, sinusoidal, square, TTL, or CMOS

Input Signal t 25 mVrms (typical factory setting)

Sensitivity t 5 mVrms to 100 mVrms (field-adjustable)
t 50 Vrms (maximum for standard units)
t 1.0 volt threshold (requires input signal desensitizing)

Input t Nearly infinite at low signal levels

Impedance t 10 kΩ (min.) at signals exceeding +15.0 V peak, –1.0 V peak

Power Input t 115 Vac ±10%, 47-420 Hz

t 22–30 Vdc, maximum 5 W or 150 mAdc
t 220 Vac, 50/60 Hz (optional)

Proportional t 0–1 mAdc (standard)

Output t 4–20 mAdc (standard)
t 0–5 Vdc or 0–10Vdc (field-selectable; for external load
resistance of 20 kΩ or higher)
t Custom ranges available

MAXIMUM LOAD
t 1 kΩ with 115/ 220 Vac or 30 Vdc power
t 750 ohms with 22 Vdc power
t linear between 22 and 30 Vdc

Output Current Independent of load resistance up to the rated load resistance

Span/zero adj. ±5% (minimum) of fuIl-scale

Auxiliary Proportional 0–1 mAdc, filtered, for meter or recorder loads up

Meter Output to 750 Ω.

Supply Output Regulated +14 Vdc ±5%; 40 mAdc (maximum load)

Repeater Square wave 14 V peak-to-peak, zero based, positive going

Output

Output Ripple 0.1% of full-scale maximum over 10% to 100% of full-scale.

and Noise

Response Time 150 milliseconds, 10% to 90% rise (standard). Full-scale

frequency ranges below 80 Hz are proportionally slower.

Linearity 0.1% of full-scale (0.05%, typical), all outputs.

Stability Less than 0.05% of full-scale change with a 10% change in

supply voltage. Temp. coeff. ±0.01% per °F (±0.018% per °C)

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Relays

Logic Field-programmable by switches for:

t overspeed/underspeed
t energize/de-energize
t latch/auto-reset
t SPST/DPDT (2 DPDT set points maximum)

A Series t 6.0 A @ 28 Vdc or 115 Vac (resistive)

Contact Rating t 2.0 A @ 220 Vac
t 1.0 A into 500 mH for up to 100,000 cycles
t SPDT*
*For DPDT, Relays 1 & 3 and 2 & 4 work together as separate
DPDT trips.

H Series t 5 A (resistive) @ 24 Vdc

Contact Rating t 1.0 A @ 120 Vac
t 0.5 A @ 220 Vac
t SPDT*
*For DPDT, Relays 1 & 3 and 2 & 4 work together as separate
DPDT trips.

Alarm Set t Adjustable, 25-turn cermet potentiometers

Points

Hysteresis t 1% of full-scale frequency

Isolation t Optional. Isolates the transmitter input from the probe or

Transformer sensor.

XP Rated Housings (optional)

ENC-6210 XP Cast Housing: 8”H x 10”W x 5” D; 100’s window + P-button

UL/CSA Class I, Groups C,D
Class II, Groups E,F,G
NEMA 3,4

ENC-6311 XP Cast Housing: 8”H x 10”W x 5” D; 100’s window

UL/CSA Class I, Groups B,C, D
Class II, Groups E,F,G
NEMA 3,4

ENC-3000 Sheet Meta:l 6”H x 9”W x 4” D; NEMA 1; No Window

ENC-4000 Sheet Meta:l 8”H x 10”W x 4” D; NEMA 12; No Window

ENC-5000 XP Cast Housing: 7”H x 9”W x 5”D; No Window

UL/CSA Class I, Groups C,D; Class II, Groups E,F,G

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 Getting Started

Options

Enclosures XP and NEMA rated enclosures are available.

Open Pickup Relay 1 switches in the event of an open or disconnected

magnetic pickup. Relay 1 will still react when its set point is
traversed (field-configurable).
NOTE: Not available with signal isolation transformer option.

Pneumatic Trip Pulses relay 1 for 100 milliseconds

Trips Dynalco SPV-200 Solenoid Pneumatic Valve on overspeed
(optional)

Underspeed Arms relay 2 as set point 2 is traversed on increasing speed.

Class “C” Logic Pulses relay 2 as set point 2 is traversed on decreasing speed.
Use for tripping the pneumatic SPV-200 on underspeed or for
general underspeed electrical shutdown.

Expanded Provides full meter output, full proportional output, and full
Scale Input set point range over a limited input range e.g. 0–1 mA and 4–20
mA over 800–1000 Hz input frequency.

Environmental

Temperature –40°F to +160°F (–40°C to +71°C ) operating

Range –40°F to + 180°F (–40°C to +82°C) storage

Weight 2.6 lbs (1.17 kg)

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 Chapter
2
Installing the SST-2000A/H
Chapter 2

Mounting the unit

The SST-2000A/H is installed using standard hand tools. It is generally mounted
in a panel or enclosure using standard practices.

About Electrical Connections

Internal Commons, Isolation
WARNING: AVOID DAMAGE WHEN DC-POWERED

Install a current loop isolator between the 4–20mA output

and the load if the load does not reference the same
common as the SST-2000A/H.

Signal input (low side, terminal 6) is common to the auxiliary output (low side,
terminal 7), to the dc supply (terminal 4), and to the main proportional output
low side (terminal 9). Relay contacts are always isolated
When powered with ac: all circuitry is isolated from the power line by the built-in
supply transformer
When powered with dc: the transmitter output is not isolated from the dc power
source. Any load driven by the transmitter (i.e. recorder, controller, etc.) must
have the same common as the negative side of the dc supply. Install a current
loop isolator between the 4–20mA output and the load if the load does not
reference the same common as the SST-2000.

Fig. 2-1 Electrical

Connection Drawing.

Use shielded cable:

connect ungrounded
shield to terminal 4.
Route power line and
relay connections
separate from signal
meter and reset lines
to prevent electrical
noise interference.
Terminals 4, 6, 7, and
9 are internally tied
together to circuit
common unless unit
has signal isolation
transformer. In that
case, terminal 6 is
isolated.

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 Installing the SST-2000A/H

Connecting Signal Inputs

Connecting a PG-278 Pulser
Connect signal source Common to terminal 6 on the SST-2000A/H. Connect
signal HI to terminals on the SST-2000A/H.

Fig. 2-2 Connecting a

PG-278 Pulser to the
SST-2000A/H.

Terminals 11 and 30 on the SST-2000A/H are jumpered to create a one volt

threshold.

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 Chapter
3
Powering External Devices
Chapter 3

Powering an SPD-100, SPD-700, or other frequency

instruments
The SST-2000A/H has a repeater output that can be used to power external
frequency instruments.
A square wave (14-volt peak-to-peak, zero-based, positive-going) is brought out
at terminals 29 and 4 (common) to drive self-powered digital tachometers such as
the SPD-100, SPD-700, and MTH-103D, or to use as a conditioned high level
signal source into counters or other instruments. The frequency of the signal is
equal to that being applied at the signal input: terminals 5 (+) & 6 (–).
This output has an internal resistance of 1 kΩ.

Using DPM-105 meters as external speed indicators

You can use the DPM-105 as an external indicator. You can connect one or
more DPM-105 meters to your SST-2000A/H.
The 0-1 mA meter output of the SST-2000A/H [terminals 7 (–) and 8 (+)] is
factory-calibrated into an external load of 40 Ω. The load resistance of the
DPM-105 is 95 Ω.

Connecting one DPM-105

1 On the DPM-105, retain the jumper across terminals 1 and 2.

2 Connect the meter as shown in Fig. 3-3.
3 Calibrate the SST-2000A/H.

Fig. 3-3 Connecting

one DPM-105 to the
SST-2000A/H.

t Keep the jumper

between terminal 1
& 2 on the DPM-105

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t Confirm the meter is properly connected to the SST-2000A/H.

t Use a frequency generator (e.g. F-16) to apply full-scale frequency
to terminal 5 (HI) & 6 (COM) on the SST-2000A/H. Maximum
signal input is 50 Vrms for a standard unit.
t Adjust the METER CALIBRATE potentiometer on the
SST-2000A/H for the appropriate full-scale reading on each
DPM-105.
t Use a DPM-105 data sheet, if necessary, to calibrate the
DPM-105 meters.

Connecting more than one DPM-105

1 Remove the jumper across terminals 1 and 2 on each DPM-105.
2 Connect the meters as shown in Fig. 3-4.
3 Calibrate the SST-2000A/H.

Fig. 3-4 Connecting

more than one DPM-105
to the SST-2000A/H.

t Confirm the meter is properly connected to the SST-2000A/H.

t Apply full-scale frequency to terminal5 (HI) & 6 (COM) on the
SST-2000A/H. Maximum signal input is 50 Vrms for a standard
unit.
t Adjust the ME TER CAL I BRATE po ten ti om e ter on the
SST-2000A/H for the ap pro pri ate full -scale read ing on each
DPM-105.
t Use a DPM-105 data sheet, if necessary, to calibrate the
DPM-105 meters.

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Chapter 3

Powering Zero Velocity Pickups and Other Loads

The regulated 14 Vdc supply brought out at terminals 11 (+) & 4 (–) has a
capacity of 40 mA. This output can power zero velocity pickups (e.g. M928) and
digital indicators like a DPM-105.
1 Connect the M928 pickup as indicated in Fig. 3-5.
2 Jumper terminals 11 and 30 to desensitize the input signal to a 1.0 V
threshold.
3 Adjust signal sensitivity if necessary. See page 27 for instructions on
how to adjust input sensitivity.

Fig. 3-5 Jumper

terminals 11 and 30 to
desensitize the input
signal circuit to a
one-volt threshold.

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 Powering External Devices

Driving an SPV-200 Solenoid Pneumatic Valve

WARNING: TO AVOID SPV-200 COIL DAMAGE

Use a current limiting resistor in series with the dc power

source and the transferring relay contacts.

The SPV -200 coil has a resistance of 50 Ω and requires 6 Vdc to trip.

Switching the Regulated 14 Vdc Supply

The regulated 14 Vdc supply at terminals 11 (+) & 4 (–) does not have the
capacity to drive the SPV-200 continually.
When the SST-2000A/H speed transmitter is supplied with the Pneumatic Trip
Option for Overspeed, Relay 1 transfers for only 100 milliseconds on overspeed;
the 14 volt supply can then be used with a series limiting resistor to power the
pneumatic trip.

Use a ¼ watt, 47–50 Ω resistor in series with the 14 volt supply.

Fig. 3-6 Switching the

regulated 14 Vdc
supply.

Switching 28 Vdc

When switching 28 Vdc into the coil, use a 5–10 watt, 180 Ω resistor in series
with the SPV-200 coil.

Fig. 3-7 Switching the

28 Vdc supply.

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 Chapter
4
Calibrating the Speed Switch
Chapter 4

Locating the programming switch instructions

Fig. 4-8 A full description of the
programming switches and controls
is located under the top plate of
the SST-2000A/H.

1 Use a no. 1 or no. 2 Phillips

screwdriver to remove the top
plate of the switch.

2 The underside of the plate

contains instructions for how to:

t latch set point relays on alarm

t actuate relays on overspeed
t actuate 2 relays simultaneously
(as DPDT relay)
t de-energize relays on alarm
t change proportional output to
0–5 Vdc or 0–10 Vdc
t recalibrate the full-scale input
frequency range (switch A
settings)

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Changing the full-scale input frequency range

You can set the standard full-scale frequency range from as low as 0–80 Hz to as
high as 0–20 kHz.
1 Remove the top plate from the SST-2000A/H to reveal the “A” DIP
switches.
2 Use Table 4-1, page 23, or the underside of the top plate (bottom of
Fig. 4-9, page 22) to determine the correct DIP switch settings.
3 Calibrate the SST-2000A/H using the procedure on page 22.

Input frequency range less than 80 Hz full-scale

The full-scale frequency input range is usually set up at the factory when an
SST-2000A/H is ordered.
The SST-2000A/H can easily be field-modified for any standard full scale input
frequency range from 0–80 Hz to 0–20,000 Hz using the procedure Recalibration
of Full-Scale Input Frequency Range.
Field-changing the SST-2000A/H to accept input frequencies less than 0-80 Hz
full-scale is not recommended. Damage might result that could void the product
warranty.
Please contact the Dynalco Customer Service Department at (954) 739-4300 for
guidance in arranging for a low input frequency range.

Input frequency range greater than 20,000 Hz full-scale

The full-scale frequency input range is usually set up at the factory when an
SST-2000A/H is ordered.
The SST-2000A/H can easily be field-modified for any standard full scale input
frequency range from 0–80 Hz to 0–20,000 Hz using the procedure Recalibration
of Full-Scale Input Frequency Range.
Field-changing the SST-2000A/H to accept input frequencies greater than
0-20,000 Hz full-scale is not recommended. Damage might result that could void
the product warranty.
Please contact the Dynalco Customer Service Department at (954) 739-4300 for
guidance in arranging for a high input frequency range.

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Chapter 4

Calibrating the SST-2000A/H

WARNING

Calibrate the speed switch:

• immediately after any contact change in Switch A
• before adjusting set points or proportional output

You must calibrate the SST-2000A/H if you have made a change in the full-scale
frequency range (changed contacts to DIP switch A).
1 Disconnect any meter connected to terminals 7 & 8. Mark or
position the wires so they can be correctly reattached later.
2 Connect a digital voltmeter across terminals 7(–) & 8 (+).
3 Connect a frequency generator (e.g. F-16) at terminals 5 (HI) & 6
(COM). Use the frequency generator to input the new full-scale
frequency.
4 Adjust the FREQ RANGE TRIM potentiometer for 10.00 Vdc on
the voltmeter. (See Fig. 4-9.)
5 Reattach the meter that is normally connected to terminals 7(–) &
8 (+). Observe polarity.

Fig. 4-9 The contact S.P. S.P.

arrangements for the 2 1
full-scale frequency FR EQ.
R AN GE TR IM
range switch (A) are on
METER CAL
underside of the top 8
7
plate. 6
FREQU EN CY 5 A
RANGE SWITCH 4
3 O
AFTER SETTI NG R ANGE 2 F
SWITCH “A”, TR IM FOR 10. 0V 1 F
AT OPEN TER MINA LS 8 & 7 AT
FULL SC ALE FR EQUEN CY.

SIGNAL
SEN SI TIVITY MAX

1,8: .08 - .1 ; 2,8: .1 - .13 ; 3,8: .13 - .17

4,8: .17 - .22 ; 5,8: .22 - .3 ; 6,8: .3 - .38
7,8: .38 - .5 ; 7,2,8: .48 - .63
1,4,7,8: .63 - .83
1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 8: .83 - 1.09
1: .86 - 1.12 ; 2: 1.1 - 1.4 ; 3: 1.4 - 1.9
4: 1.9 - 2.5 ; 5: 2.5 - 3.2 ; 6: 3.2 - 4.2
7: 4.2 - 5.5 ; 7,2: 5.3 - 6.9 ; 1, 4, 7: 6.9 - 9.1
1, 2, 3, 5, 6: 9.1 - 12
2, 3, 4, 6, 7: 12 - 15.5
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7: 15.1 - 20

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Table 4-1 Table of Freq. Range Switch A ON Freq. Range
full-scale frequency and (in kHz) Positions (in Hz)
the corresponding switch 0.08 - 0.10 1, 8 80 - 100
“A” ON settings.
0.10 - 0.13 2, 8 100 - 130
0.13 - 0.17 3, 8 130 - 170
0.17 - 0.22 4, 8 170 - 220
0.22 – 0.30 5, 8 220 - 300
0.30 - 0.38 6, 8 300 - 380
0.38 – 0.50 7, 8 380 - 500
0.48 – 0.63 7, 2, 8 480 - 630
0.63 – 0.83 1, 4, 7, 8 630 - 830
0.83 – 1.09 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 8 830 - 1,090
0.86 – 1.12 1 860 - 1,120
1.10 – 1.40 2 1,100 - 1,400
1.40 – 1.90 3 1,400 - 1,900
1.90 – 2.50 4 1,900 - 2,500
2.50 – 3.20 5 2,500 - 3,200
3.20 – 4.20 6 3,200 - 4,200
4.20 – 5.50 7 4,200 - 5,500
5.30 – 6.90 7, 2 5,300 - 6,900
6.90 – 9.10 1, 4, 7 6,900 - 9,100
9.10 – 12.0 1, 2, 3, 5, 6 9,100 - 12,000
12.0 – 15.5 2, 3, 4, 6, 7 12,000 - 15,500
15.1 – 20.0 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 15,100 - 20,000

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Chapter 4

Calibrating the 4-20 mA Proportional Output

You must calibrate the speed switch if the standard proportional output of 4 to 20
mA is changed to :
t 0–5 Vdc using switch C1, or
t 0–10 Vdc using switch C2

To calibrate the new proportional output

1 Attach a digital voltmeter to terminals 9 (–) & 10 (+).

2 Apply 10% of the full-scale frequency to input terminals 5 (+), 6 (–).
3 Adjust the PROP OUT ZERO adjust potentiometer (See Fig. 4-10,
below) to yield 10% of full-scale proportional output on the
voltmeter.

Fig. 4-10 The PROP OUT

ZERO and PROP OUT SPAN
adjustments are located in
the upper right corner
under the top plate of the
SST-2000A/H.

4 Apply 100% of full-scale frequency to terminals 5 (+) & 6 (–).

5 Turn PROP OUT SPAN adjust potentiometer (See example below)
to yield 100% of full-scale proportional output on the voltmeter .
6 Repeat steps 2, 3, 4, and 5 three or four times to assure accuracy.

EXAMPLE: A unit calibrated for 0–500 Hz input is being

recalibrated to 0-10 Vdc proportional output (from 4–20
mAdc proportional output).

♦ Apply 10% of full-scale (50 Hz) to terminals 5 (+) & 6 (–).

♦ Adjust PROP OUT SPAN adjust potentiometer to yield

1.000 Vdc on the voltmeter.

♦ Apply full-scale frequency (500 Hz) to terminals 5 (+) &

6 (–).

♦ Turn PROP OUT ZERO adjust potentiometer to yield 10.00

Vdc.

♦ Repeat 3 or 4 times for accuracy.

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Programming Set Points and Relays

Remove the top plate from the SST-2000A/H to reveal DIP switches B and C.
Use DIP switches B and C to program relay set points to:
t energize (OFF) / de-energize (ON) on alarm
t non-latch (OFF) / latch (ON) on alarm
t actuate SPST (OFF) / DPDT (ON) trip on alarm
t change proportional voltage output

Fig. 4-11 The DIP switch settings

available to you depend on the model
of speed switch you purchased:

t SST-2400A/H series switches have

four set point relay adjustments
(DIP switches B and C).
t SST-2200A/H series switches only
have relays 1 and 2 (adjustable
using DIP switch C).
t SST-2000A/H switches have no set
point relays.

The underside of the top plate contains labels for each DIP switch setting.

Resetting a latched relay

To momentarily reset a latched relay, jumper terminals 32 and 7.

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Set points 3 & 4 and selecting DPDT trip

WHEN ALL B THE EFFECT OF TURNING B SWITCHES ON
SWITCHES ARE OFF
Turn on B to...
t relays 3 and 4 are
energized, B1 LATCH set point 3 on alarm
underspeed
t non-latching B2 ACTUATE relay 4 simultaneously with relay 2, creating two Form
C contacts for set point 2 (DPDT relay).
t all relays are SPST
B3 LATCH set point 4 on alarm

B4 ACTUATE relay 3 simultaneously with relay 1, creating two Form

EXAMPLE: To set
C contacts for set point 1 (DPDT relay).
relays 3 and 4 to
actuate, de-energize, B5 DE-ENERGIZE relay 3 on alarm
and latch on
B6 DE-ENERGIZE relay 4 on alarm
overspeed, turn on
B1, B3, B5, B6, B7, B7 ACTUATE set point 4 on overspeed.
and B8. B8 ACTUATE set point 3 on overspeed.

Set points 1 & 2: 0–5 & 0–10 Vdc proportional output

WHEN ALL C
THE EFFECT OF TURNING C SWITCHES ON
SWITCHES ARE OFF
t the proportional Turn on C to...
output is 4-20 mA
C1 Change proportional output to 0-5 Vdc*. Confirm C2 is OFF.
t relays 1 and 2 are
energized, C2 Changes proportional output to 0-10 Vdc*. Confirm C1 is OFF.
underspeed
C3 DE-ENERGIZE relay 2 on alarm.
t non-latched
C4 ACTUATE relay 1 on overspeed, non-latch.

C5 LATCH relay 1 on alarm.

EXAMPLE: To change
the proportional C6 LATCH relay 2 on alarm.
output to 0–10 Vdc, C7 ACTUATE relay 2 on overspeed, non-latch.
and set relay 2 to
C8 DE-ENERGIZE relay 1 on alarm.
actuate, energize,
and latch on * Requires recalibration.
overspeed, turn on
C2, C6, and C7.

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Adjusting Signal Sensitivity

Desensitizing Standard Inputs
Signal sensitivity is factory set to 25 mVrms (about 35 mV peak or 70 mV
peak-to-peak) and satisfies most applications.

Fig. 4-12 The

signal sensitivity
control is located
under the A DIP
switch.

Higher sensitivities can be more vulnerable to noise.

To raise sensitivity Turn the SIGNAL SENSITIVITY potentiometer (Fig.

4-12) clockwise. At full clockwise rotation, sensitivity is approximately 5 mVrms.

To lower sensitivity Turn the SIGNAL SENSITIVITY potentiometer

counterclockwise. At full counterclockwise rotation, the sensitivity is
approximately 100 mVrms.

Desensitizing Contact Closure

Jumper terminals 30 and 11 to desensitize the unit to about 1 Vrms. Signal
Sensitivity pot setting does not affect this procedure.

Fig. 4-13 Jumper

terminals 11 to 30 to
desensitize the
SST-2000A/H for
contact closure input.

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Response Time
Response time is the time required for the proportional
outputs to change from 10% to 90% of the maximum RELAY RESPONSE
calibrated value for an instantaneous step change of the
Contact Dynalco if
input frequency. Response time affects the transfer you need a different
speed of the relays. relay response time.

Standard response time is 150 milliseconds over all

standard input frequency ranges: 0-80 Hz full-scale to 0-20,000 Hz full-scale.
Response times below 80 Hz full-scale are proportionally slower.
While other response times can be provided, field modification is not
recommended since damage might result that could void the product warranty.
Contact Dynalco if you need a different relay response time.

Adjusting Individual Set Points

1 Verify that the SST-2000A/H is calibrated to the correct full-scale
frequency range (see page 22).
2 Tools required: Either a very thin-bladed screwdriver or a
transformer alignment tool; signal generator (Dynalco’s F-16 or
equivalent).
3 Provide a signal source. Use an F-16 signal generator or similar
zero-crossing signal source, or use the frequency signal generated by
the magnetic pickup on the engine.
4 Apply a frequency signal to terminals 5 & 6. This frequency input
should equal the target RPM value of the set point being adjusted.

RPM x No. of teeth or holes on flywheel

Setpoint Frequency (Hz) =
60
For example: Calculate the set point frequency for a gear with 72 teeth rotating at
800 RPM.
(800 ) × (72 teeth)
Frequency (Hz) = = 960 Hz (to terminals 5 & 6)
60

Alternate Method 1: Adjusting set points while the engine is not

running
Use a signal generator to adjust individual set points when the engine is not
operating and if you do not have an analog RPM meter.
1 Disconnect the wires to terminals 5 & 6. Mark or position the wires
to assure correct replacement.

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2 Apply the calculated set point frequency to terminals 5 (HI) &

6 (COM).
3 Apply operating power to the SST-2000A/H. See lid of your
SST-2000A/H or spec sheet for power choices.
4 Select the appropriate set point trim pot.
5 Turn the pot:
t Counterclockwise to lower the set point value (reduce the speed at
which the set point relay will trip ).
t Clockwise to raise the set point value (increase the speed at which
the set point relay will trip).
6 Turn the pot slowly so as not to pass the target set point by a large
amount. The pot has fine resolution, so a large change in set point
value may take several turns.
7 While adjusting the pot, listen for the relay to trip at the set point.
You can hear a distinct click when the contacts transfer. If high
ambient noise makes it impossible to hear the relay click: use an
ohmmeter as described in Alternate Method 2, below.
8 Fine tune the adjustment:
t After the relay trips, slowly REVERSE the adjustment of the set
point pot until the relay again trips.
t Again, slowly turn the pot FORWARD until the relay trips.
9 Reattach the wires to terminals 5 (HI) & 6 (COM). Observe polarity.
10 Repeat the above procedure for other set points to be changed.

Alternate Method 2: Adjusting Individual Set Points While The

Engine Is Operating
A non-critical overspeed value is one that will not stress the engine. Use Alternate
Method 3 to adjust set points while the engine is operating at a non-critical
speed. NOTE: when the set point value is reached the relay will cause an engine
shutdown or activate whatever is connected to that relay.
A critical overspeed is typically the actual engine shutdown overspeed; running

WARNING: DO NOT RUN AT OVERSPEED

Use Alternate Method 3 to adjust set points while the

engine is operating at NON-CRITICAL speed only.

the engine at this speed is generally not desired. Use Alternate Method 1 if you
cannot guarantee engine overspeed.
1 Run the engine at the desired speed using:

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t an RPM indicator/tachometer operating from one of the

proportional outputs of the SST-2000A/H:
t an independent meter mounted elsewhere on or near the engine.
2 Wait for the RPM to stabilize.
3 When RPM is stable, select the appropriate set point trim pot .
4 Follow the procedure in Alternate Method 1: steps 1-10.

Alternate Method 3: Adjusting individual set points in high noise

areas
If high ambient noise makes it impossible to hear the relay click:
1 Disconnect the wire from:
t the center post of the SST-2000A/H set point relay being
adjusted.
t either one of the other two contacts on the same relay.
[Mark the wires or position them so they can be correctly
reattached.]
2 Connect an ohmmeter to the center terminal of this relay and to
either one of the other terminals of this relay. [If adjusting Relay 1,
connect the ohmmeter to terminals 18 & 17 or 18 & 19.] The
ohmmeter will indicate either a short or an open condition
depending on which terminals are chosen.
3 Adjust the relay as outlined in Method 1: 1-10. When the relay trips,
the ohmmeter will show a short or an open, opposite to the
indication it had before the relay tripped.
4 Reattach the wires to the relays.
5 Repeat the above procedure for other set points to be changed.

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Verifying Set Point Values

You can view and adjust the set point values without having to run the engine.
NOTE: The SST-2000A/H (no set points) does not have set points.
1 Jumper terminal 16 with the terminal that corresponds with the set
The temporary point you want to view (for SST02200A/H and SST-2400A/H):
jumper does not t Set point 1: jumper 16 to 12
interfere with the t Set point 2: jumper 16 to 13
normal operation of
any relays.
t Set point 3: jumper 16 to 14
t Set point 4: jumper 16 to 15
The 4–20 mA
proportional output 2 When you jumper the two terminals, the 0–1 mA output meter
(terminals 9 & 10) is
connected to terminals 7 and 8 disconnects and displays the RPM
NOT affected by this (frequency, rate, etc.) value at that set point.
procedure. 3 When the jumpers are removed, the meter switches back to its
The 14 Vdc pulsed normal operation.
output is not
affected by this
procedure.

6 CALIBRATE
Fig. 4-14 Verify the set
- 7
point values and view the +
RPM (frequency, rate, 8
etc.) on the 0–1 mA output PROPORTIONAL - 9
meter connected to MAIN OUTPUT +
10 1
terminals 7 & 8. +14 VDC OUTPUT +
11
(Shown SETPOINT 1
12
is the procedure for SETPOINT 2 3
13
verifying Set point 1.) SETPOINT 3 SETPOINT
14 ADJUSTMENTS
SETPOINT 4
15
VERIFY SETPOINTS 16

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Adjusting Set Point Values

WARNING

You can adjust set points while the engine or other

device is operating. However, if you adjust a set point
relay to a value lower than the current operating
speed, the relay will trip.

You will need a 0–1 mA meter for this procedure. If a meter was supplied with
the speed switch, you can use it. Otherwise, you can use a DPM-105 meter, or
any 0-1mA ammeter.
The external meter should be calibrated : “0–1 mA = 0 to full-scale input
frequency” of the SST-2000A/H.
See the specification sheet or serial number label that accompanied the unit for
the full-scale frequency value.
1 Observe polarity. Connect an external 0-1 mA meter to terminals
7 (–) & 8 (+).
2 Depending on the set point to be adjusted, connect a temporary
jumper from :
t Terminal 16 to 12 (for Set point 1) or
t Terminal 16 to 13 (for Set point 2) or
t Terminal 16 to 14 (for Set point 3) or
t Terminal 16 to 15 (for Set point 4)
3 The 0–1 mA meter will now indicate the current value for the chosen
set point (see Fig. 4-14, page 31).
4 If necessary, first adjust the selected set point using procedures
outlined in Adjusting Individual set points, page 28.
5 Remove the temporary jumper.
6 The output from terminals 7 & 8 will again provided the standard
0–1 mA proportional output.
7 Repeat steps 1–5 for additional set points.

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Index
C M
calibrating, 19, 21 - 23, 25, 27, 29, model numbers, 4
31
commons, 10
contact closure, 27
CSA
O
output, 24
Class I, Div.2, Grp. D (H 4-20 mA , 24
series), 4
general certification (A series),
4
current loop isolator, 10 P
PG-278 pulser, 11
pickups
powering, 16
D power
dc power, 10 ac, 10
dimensions, 3 dc, 10
DPM-105, 14 external devices, 13, 15, 17
M928, 16
SPV-200, 17
E zero velocity pickups, 16
electrical proportional output, 24
commons, 10
connections, 10
specifications, 5
environmental specifications, 7
R
relay, 25
explosion-proof housings, 6 resetting, 25
external devices, 13, 15, 17 response, 28
DPM-105, 14 setpoints, 6, 20
MTH-103D, 14
SPD-100, 14
SPD-700, 14
SPV-200, 17 S
setpoints, 25
1 & 2, 26
3 & 4, 26
F 5-10 V prop. output, 26
features, 4 adjusting, 28, 32
frequency DPDT trip, 26
equation for setpoints, 28 verifying, 31
table, 23 size, 3
full-scale input frequency range, 21 SPD-100, 14
SPD-700, 14
specifications, 5
H
housings, 6
X
XP housings, 6
I
input signal, 11
desensitizing, 27
full scale range, 21
sensitivity, 27
installing, 9, 11
isolator, 10

L
latched relay, 25
resetting, 25

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