IDEC Smart Rellay Manual

IDEC SmartRelay
Manual
March 2001
www.idec.com
Copyright © 2001 IDEC IZUMI CORPORATION All rights reserved
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utility model or design.
Disclaimer of Liability
We have checked the contents of this manual for compliance with the hardware and
software described. Nevertheless, discrepancies may exist. However, the data in this
manual is reviewed regularly and any necessary corrections will be included in
subsequent editions. Suggestions for improvement are welcomed.
Contents
1 Getting to Know IDEC SmartRelay 1-1
2 Installing and Wiring IDEC SmartRelay 2-1
2.1 Installing/Removing IDEC SmartRelay 2-2
2.2 Wiring IDEC SmartRelay 2-4
2.2.1 Connecting the power supply 2-4
2.2.2 Connecting IDEC SmartRelay’s inputs 2-6
2.2.3 Connecting outputs 2-10
2.3 Switching IDEC SmartRelay On/Resumption
of Power Supply 2-12
3 Programming IDEC SmartRelay 3-1

3.1 Connectors 3-2
3.2 Blocks and Block Numbers 3-4
3.3 From the Circuit Diagram to
IDEC SmartRelay 3-7
3.4 The 4 Golden Rules for Working with IDEC
SmartRelay 3-10
3.5 Overview of IDEC SmartRelay’s Menus 3-12
3.6 Entering and Starting a Program 3-13
3.6.1 Switching to memory cartridge 3-13
3.6.2 First program 3-14
3.6.3 Entering a program 3-16
3.6.4 Second program 3-23
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3.6.5 Deleting a block 3-30

3.6.6 Deleting a number of interconnected blocks 3-31
3.6.7 Correcting typing errors 3-32
3.6.8 “?“ on the display 3-32
3.6.9 Deleting a program 3-33
3.7 Storage Space and Size of a Circuit 3-34
4 IDEC SmartRelay Functions 4-1

4.1 Constants and Connectors – Co 4-2
4.2 List of General Functions – GF 4-4
4.2.1 AND 4-6
4.2.2 AND with RLO edge detection 4-6
4.2.3 NAND (AND Not) 4-7
4.2.4 NAND with RLO edge detection 4-8
4.2.5 OR 4-8
4.2.6 NOR (OR Not) 4-9
4.2.7 XOR (exclusive OR) 4-10
4.2.8 NOT (negation, inverter) 4-10
4.3 Fundamentals of Special Functions 4-11
4.3.1 Description of the inputs 4-11
4.3.2 Time response 4-12
4.3.3 Clock buffering 4-13
4.3.4 Retentivity 4-13
4.3.5 Degree of protection 4-14
4.3.6 Gain and offset calculation for analog values 4-14
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4.4 List of Special Functions – SF 4-15

4.4.1 On delay 4-18
4.4.2 Off delay 4-20
4.4.3 On/Off delay 4-22
4.4.4 Retentive on delay 4-24
4.4.5 Latching relay 4-26
4.4.6 Current impulse relay 4-28
4.4.7 Interval time-delay relay – pulse output 4-29
4.4.8 Edge-triggered interval time-delay relay 4-30
4.4.9 Seven-day time switch 4-31
4.4.10 Twelve-month time switch 4-36
4.4.11 Up/Down counter 4-38
4.4.12 Operating hours counter 4-41
4.4.13 Symmetrical clock pulse generator 4-44
4.4.14 Asynchronous pulse generator 4-45
4.4.15 Random generator 4-46
4.4.16 Frequency trigger 4-48
4.4.17 Analog trigger 4-50
4.4.18 Analog comparator 4-53
4.4.19 Stairwell light switch 4-57
4.4.20 Dual-function switch 4-59
4.4.21 Message texts 4-61
5 Parameterizing IDEC SmartRelay 5-1

5.1 Switching to Parameterization Mode 5-2
5.1.1 Parameters 5-2
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5.1.2 Selecting a parameter 5-3

5.1.3 Changing a parameter 5-4
5.2 Setting the Time (FL1A-…C…) 5-7
6 IDEC SmartRelay Memory Cartridge 6-1

6.1 Overview of the Memory Cartridge 6-2
6.2 Removing and Inserting Memory
Cartridge 6-2
6.3 Copying a Program from IDEC SmartRelay to
the Memory Cartridge 6-5
6.4 Copying from the Memory Cartridge to
IDEC SmartRelay 6-6
7 IDEC SmartRelay Software 7-1

7.1 Possible Applications for IDEC SmartRelay
Software 7-2
7.2 Connecting IDEC SmartRelay to PC 7-3
7.3 Transfer Settings 7-4
8 Applications 8-1
8.1 Stairwell or Hall Lighting 8-2
8.1.1 Demands on stairwell lighting 8-2
8.1.2 Previous solution 8-2
8.1.3 Lighting system with IDEC SmartRelay 8-3
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8.1.4 Special features and enhancement options 8-6

8.2 Automatic Door 8-7
8.2.1 Demands on an automatic door 8-7
8.2.3 Door control system with IDEC SmartRelay 8-8
8.2.5 Enhanced FL1A-H10RCB solution 8-11
8.3 Ventilation System 8-14
8.3.1 Demands on a ventilation system 8-14
8.3.2 Advantages of using IDEC SmartRelay 8-16
8.4 Industrial Gate 8-18
8.4.1 Demands on the gate control system 8-18
8.4.3 Enhanced IDEC SmartRelay solution 8-21
8.5 Fluorescent Lights 8-22
8.5.1 Demands on the lighting system 8-22
8.5.3. Fluorescent light control with FL1A-H10RCB 8-24
8.6 Water Pump 8-26
8.6.1 Demands on the control system of a rainwater
Pump 8-27
8.6.3 Rainwater pump with FL1A-H10RCB 8-28
8.7 Further Potential Applications 8-30
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Contents
A Technical Specifications A-1

A.1 General Technical Specifications A-1
A.2 Technical Specifications: A-3
FL1A-H10RCB, FL1A-B10RCB
FL1A-H12RCE, FL1A-H10RCA,
FL1A- B10RCA
FL1A-H12RCE, FL1A-B12RCE
B Determining Memory Requirements B-1
C Determining the Cycle Time C-1
D IDEC SmartRelay Without a Display D-1
E IDEC SmartRelay Menu Structure E-1
F Order Numbers F-1
G Abbreviation G-1
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Welcome to IDEC SmartRelay
Dear customers,
Thank you for purchasing IDEC SmartRelay, and congratulations
on your decision. In IDEC SmartRelay you have acquired a logic
module that meets the stringent quality requirements of ISO9001.
IDEC SmartRelay is universal in application. Its comprehensive
functionality and great ease of use make it a highly cost-efficient
solution for virtually any application.
IDEC SmartRelay documentation
This IDEC SmartRelay manual tells you how to install, program
and use IDEC SmartRelay.
You can find information on wiring in the IDEC SmartRelay
manual as well as in the IDEC SmartRelay product information
that is supplied with each device. You can get further information
on programming IDEC SmartRelay via the PC in the WindLGC
online help system. WindLGC is the IDEC SmartRelay
programming software for PCs. It runs under WINDOWS and will
help you get to know IDEC SmartRelay and to write, test, print out
and archive programs independently of IDEC SmartRelay.
Guide to the manual
We have subdivided this manual into 9 chapters:
• Getting to Know IDEC SmartRelay
• Installing and Wiring IDEC SmartRelay
• Programming IDEC SmartRelay
• IDEC SmartRelay Functions
• Parameterizing IDEC SmartRelay
• IDEC SmartRelay’s Memory Cartridge
• IDEC SmartRelay Software
• Applications
• Appendices
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Welcome to IDEC SmartRelay
Safety guidelines
This manual contains notices which you should observe to ensure
your own personal safety, as well as to protect the product and
connected equipment. These notices are highlighted in the
manual by a warning triangle and are marked as follows
according to the level of danger:
Danger
! Indicates that death, severe personal injury or substantial damage to
property will result if proper precautions are not taken.
Warning
! Indicates that death, severe personal injury or substantial damage to
property can result if proper precautions are not taken.
Caution
! Indicates that personal injury or damage to property can result if
proper precautions are not taken.
Note
Draws your intention to particularly important information on the
product, handling the product, or to a particular part of the
documentation.
Warning
! Only qualified personnel should be allowed to install and work on

this equipment. Qualified personnel are defined as persons who are
authorized to commission, to ground and to tag circuits, equipment
and systems in accordance with established safety practices and
standards.
Warning
! This device may only be used for the applications described in the
catalog and the technical description, and only with non-IDEC
devices or components if they have been approved or
recommended by IDEC.
This product can only function correctly and safely if it is transported,
stored, set up, and installed correctly, and operated and maintained
as recommended.
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1 Getting to Know IDEC
SmartRelay
What is IDEC SmartRelay ?
IDEC SmartRelay is the universal logic module from IDEC.
IDEC SmartRelay integrates:
• Control functions
• An operating and display unit
• Power supply
• An interface for Memory Cartridges and a PC Cable
• Ready–to–use general functions that are often required
in day–to–day operation, such as functions for on/off
delays and current impulse relays
• Time switch
• Binary markers
• Inputs and outputs according to the device type
What can IDEC SmartRelay do?

You can use IDEC SmartRelay for domestic and
installation engineering tasks (e.g. stairway lighting,
external lighting, sun blinds, shutters, shop window lighting
etc.), switch cabinet engineering and mechanical and
apparatus engineering (e.g. gate control systems,
ventilation systems, or rainwater pumps etc.).
1-1
Getting to Know IDEC SmartRelay
What device types are available?

There are IDEC SmartRelay models for 12V DC, 24V DC,
24V AC and 100-240V AC as:
• FL1A-H10RCA, FL1A-H10RCB, FL1A-B10RCA and
FL1A-B10RCB with 6 inputs and 4 outputs with
dimensions of 72 x 90 x 55 mm
• FL1A-B10…, FL1A-B12… without a display with
• FL1A-H12SND, FL1A-H12RCE and FL1A-B12RCE with
8 inputs (6 Digital inputs and 2 Analog inputs) and 4
outputs with dimensions of 72 x 90 x 55 mm
• IDEC SmartRelay includes 29 ready to use general and
special functions for program creation.
It’s your choice
The variety of options can be adapted very easily to your
own specific task.
1-2
How IDEC SmartRelay is structured

2
1
L1 N I1 I2 I3 I4 I5 I6 I7 I8
IDEC SmartRelay… variant

3
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SmartRelay... variant
6
35
90
5
SmartRelay
Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4
3
72 55
1 Power supply 5 Control panel

(not with FL1A-B10 … , FL1A-
2
B12…)
Inputs
6 LCD
(not with FL1A-B10 …, FL1A-,
3 Outputs B12…)
4 Module shaft with

cover
How to recognize which IDEC SmartRelay model you

have: IDEC SmartRelay’s designation contains information
on various characteristics:
• 10: Total I/Os
• 12: Total I/Os
• R: Relay outputs (without R: Transistor output)
• C: Integrated seven–day time switch
• H: Variant with display
• B: Variant without display
We also use icons to describe the different types of IDEC

SmartRelay. They are used whenever information refers to
only some of the IDEC SmartRelay variants:
Standard variant with 6 or 8 inputs and 4 outputs with
Standard variant without a display with 6 or 8 inputs and
4 outputs with dimensions of 72 x 90 x 55 mm
1-3
Variants
The following different variants of IDEC SmartRelay are
available:
Symbol Type No. Outputs Type
FL1A-H12RCE * 4 x 230 V; 10A Relay
FL1A-H12SND * 4 x 24 V; 0.3 A Transistor

FL1A-H10RCA 4 x 230 V; 10 A Relay
FL1A-H10RCB 4 x 230 V; 10 A Relay
FL1A-B12RCE * 4 x 230 V; 10 A Relay
FL1A-B10RCA 4 x 230 V; 10A Relay

FL1A-B10RCB 4 x 230 V; 10A Relay
*: Also with analog inputs
Certification, recognition and approval

IDEC SmartRelay has UL, CSA and FM certification.
• UL listing mark
Underwriters Laboratories (UL) to
UL 508 standard, file no. E116536
• CSA Certification Mark
Canadian Standard Association (CSA) to
standard C22.2 No. 142, file no. LR 48323
• FM approval
Factory Mutual (FM) Approval to
Standard Class Number 3611, Class I, Division 2,
Group A, B, C, D
1-4
Warning
! Personal injury and material damage may be
incurred.
In potentially explosive areas, personal injury or
property damage can result if you withdraw a
connector while the system is in operation.
Always ensure that the system is off
before you disconnect IDEC SmartRelay plug
connections and associated components in
potentially explosive areas.
IDEC SmartRelay carries CE marking, complies with the

VDE 0631 and IEC 1131 standards and has interference
suppression to EN 55011 (limit class B).
Shipbuilding certification has been granted.
• ABS - American Bureau of Shipping
• BV - Bureau Veritas
• DNV - Det Norske Veritas
• GL - Germanischer Lloyd
• LRS - Lloyds Register of Shipping
• PRS - Polski Rejestr Statków
IDEC SmartRelay can therefore be used both in industry
and at home.
Marking for Australia
The marking shown on the left meets the requirements of

the AS/NZS 2064 Standard (Class A).
1-5
1-6
2 Installing and Wiring IDEC
SmartRelay
General guidelines
You should keep to the following guidelines when you
install and wire your IDEC SmartRelay:
• Ensure that you comply with all the valid and mandatory
standards when wiring your IDEC SmartRelay device.
You should also heed any national and regional
regulations when installing and operating the devices.
Contact the relevant authorities to find out the standards
and regulations that apply in your specific case.
• Use wires with the appropriate cross–section for the
amount of current involved. You can wire IDEC
SmartRelay using wires with a cross–section of
between 1.5 mm2 and 2.5 mm2 (see Section 2.2).
• Don’t screw the connectors too tightly. The maximum
torque is 0.5 Nm (see Section 2.2).
• Keep wiring distances as short as possible. If longer
wires are necessary, a shielded cable should be used.
You should lay wires in pairs: a neutral conductor
together with a phase conductor or signal conductor.
• Isolate AC wiring and high–voltage DC wiring with rapid
operating sequences from low–voltage signal wiring.
• Ensure that the wires have the required strain relief.
• Provide suitable over voltage protection for wires that
could be vulnerable to lightning.
• Do not connect an external power supply to an output
load parallel to a DC output. This can result in reverse
current at the output unless you have a diode or a
similar block in your configuration.
Note
IDEC SmartRelay must be installed and wired by a trained technician
who knows and complies with both the universally applicable engineering
rules and the regulations and standards that apply in specific cases.
2-1
Installing and Wiring IDEC SmartRelay
2.1 Installing/Removing IDEC SmartRelay

Dimensions
The dimensions of IDEC SmartRelay comply with
DIN 43880.
IDEC SmartRelay must be snapped onto a DIN rail with a
width of 35 mm to DIN EN 50022.
Width of IDEC SmartRelay:
• IDEC SmartRelay is 72 mm wide, which corresponds to
the size of all modules.
Note
We will show you how to install and uninstall IDEC SmartRelay
with the aid of an illustration of the FL1A-H10RCB. The
measures described also apply to all other IDEC SmartRelay
modules.
Installing
To install IDEC SmartRelay on a DIN rail, proceed as
follows:
1. Place IDEC SmartRelay on the rail
2. Swivel it onto the rail so that the snap catch on the back
of IDEC SmartRelay engages.
Depending on the type of DIN rail used, the snapping
mechanism may be a bit stiff. If it is too stiff and IDEC
SmartRelay won’t snap on, you can pull the snap catch
down a little as you do when uninstalling IDEC SmartRelay
(as described below).
2-2
Removing
To remove IDEC SmartRelay, proceed as follows:
1. Insert a screwdriver in the hole shown in the picture at
the lower end of the snap catch, and pull the snap catch
downwards.
2. Swivel it away from the DIN rail.
2-3
2.2 Wiring IDEC SmartRelay

Use a screwdriver with a 3 mm head to wire IDEC
SmartRelay.
You don’t need wire end ferrules for the connectors. You
can use wires up to the following sizes:
• 1 x 2.5 mm2
• 2 x 1.5 mm2 for each second connector compartment
Connecting torque: 0.4...0.5 Nm or 3...4 LBin
Note
Install IDEC SmartRelay in a distribution box or control
cabinet, ensuring that the connectors are covered. If they are
not, there is a danger of touching live parts.
2.2.1 Connecting the Power Supply

FL1A-H10RCB and FL1A-B10RCB are suitable for line
voltages with a rating of 100V AC and 240V AC. Other
Types are suitable for 12V DC, 24V DC or 24V AC supply
voltage. Note the information on connection in the product
information document shipped with your device and the
technical specifications in Appendix A relating to the
permissible voltage tolerances, line frequencies and
current inputs.
Note
Power failure might result in a voltage spike after power
restoration, which may affect certain edge-triggered function
blocks.
2-4
Connecting
To connect IDEC SmartRelay to the system, proceed as
follows:
FL1A-H12RCE / -B12RCE FL1A-H10RCB / -B10RCB
L+ L1
M N
L+ M L1 N
idec
idec SmartRelay idec SmartRelay
Protection by fuse
if required (recommended).
FL1A-H12RCE/ -B12RCE
FL1A-H12RCE / -B12RCE; 0.8A
: 0.8 A
FL1A-H12STD
FL1A-H12SND : 2.0 A
: 2.0A
Note
IDEC SmartRelay has protective insulation. A ground terminal is
not necessary.
2-5
2.2.2 Connecting IDEC SmartRelay’s Inputs
Prerequisites
Connect sensors to the inputs. The sensors may be
pushbuttons, switches, photoelectric barriers, daylight
control switches etc.
Sensor attributes for IDEC SmartRelay
FL1A-H12RCE, FL1A-B12RCE
I1 ... I6 I7, I8
Circuit state 0 < 5V DC < 5V DC
Input current < 1.0 mA < 0.05 mA
Circuit state 1 > 8V DC > 8V DC
Input current > 1.5 mA > 0.1 mA
FL1A-H12SND
I1 ... I6 I7, I8
Circuit state 0 < 5V DC < 5V DC
Circuit state 1 > 8V DC > 8V DC
FL1A-H10RCA FL1A-H10RCB
FL1A-B10RCA FL1A-B10RCB
Circuit state 0 < 5V AC < 40V AC
Circuit state 1 > 12V AC > 79V AC
2-6
Sensor connections
Connecting glow lamps, 2–wire proximity switch for
FL1A-H10RCB and FL1A-B10RCB
L1
N
L1 N
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Circuit state change 0 1/1 0

When the circuit state changes from 0 to 1, circuit state 1
and, in the case of a change from 1 to 0, circuit state 0
must be in place for at least one program cycle for IDEC
SmartRelay to recognize the new circuit state.
The cycle time of the program processing depends on the
size of the program.
In the appendix you can find a description of a short test
program that will help you to work out the current cycle
time.
Fast inputs
IDEC SmartRelay (apart from FL1A-H10RCB, FL1A-
B10RCB, FL1A-H10RCA and FL1A-B10RCB) also has
inputs for frequency functions. The same restrictions do not
apply to these fast inputs. The fast inputs are the last two
inputs on a IDEC SmartRelay:
• IDEC SmartRelay Standard variant: inputs I5/I6
2-7
Analog inputs
With units FL1A-H12SND, FL1A-H12RCE and FL1A-
B12RCE, the inputs I7 and I8 can be used as normal digital
inputs or as analog inputs. How the input is used depends
on its purpose in the IDEC SmartRelay control program.
You can use the digital capability of the input with I7/I8 and
its analog capability with the identifiers AI1 and AI2.
Also see Section 4.1.
Note
Always use twisted wires for analog signals, and keep
them as short as possible
2-8
Sensor connections
To connect the sensors to IDEC SmartRelay, proceed as
follows:
FL1A-H12RCE / -B12RCE
L+
M Theinputs
The inputsofof FL1A-H12RCE
FL1A-H12RCE/-B12RCE
/ -B12RCE
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the same reference potential (ground)
(ground) as the power supply.
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L1
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Warning
! Existing safety regulations (VDE 0110, ... and

IEC 1131, ..., as well as UL and CSA) prohibit the
connection of different phases to the inputs of
FL1A-H10RCB / -B10RCB.
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2.2.3 Connecting Outputs
FL1A-...R...
The outputs of FL1A-...R... are relays. The contacts of the
relays are isolated from the power supply and from the
inputs.
Prerequisites for relay outputs
You can connect different loads to the outputs such as
lamps, fluorescent tubes, motors, contactors etc. The loads
connected to FL1A-...R... must have the following
properties:
• The maximum switched current depends on the type of
load and the number of operations. You will find more
information on this in the technical specifications.
• When switched on (Q = 1), the maximum current is
10 amperes (8A at 240V AC) for a non–inductive load
and 3 amperes (2A at 12/24V AC/DC) for an inductive
load.
Connecting
To connect the load to FL1A-...R... variants, proceed as
follows:
L1 / L+
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SmartRelay
Load
N/M
Protection withautomatic
Protection with automaticcircuit
circuit breaker
breaker (max.
(max. 1616
A, A, B16, e.g. power circuit
B16)
breaker 5SX2 116-6 (if desired)
2-10
IDEC SmartRelay with transistor outputs

IDEC SmartRelay variants with transistor outputs can be
identified by the fact that the letter R is missing from their
type designation. The outputs are short circuit–proof and
overload–proof. A separate voltage supply to the load is
not necessary since IDEC SmartRelay supplies the load
with voltage.
Prerequisites for transistor outputs
The load connected to IDEC SmartRelay must have the
following properties:
• The maximum switched current is 0.3 amperes per
output.
Connecting
To connect the load to IDEC SmartRelay with transistor
outputs, proceed as follows:
SmartRelay
idec SmartRelay
Load
Load: 24 V DC, 0.3 A max.
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2.3 Switching IDEC SmartRelay On/Resumption of Power

Supply
IDEC SmartRelay does not have a power switch. How

IDEC SmartRelay responds when switched on, depends on
the following:
• Whether a program is stored in IDEC SmartRelay.
• Whether a program module is connected.
• Whether it is a IDEC SmartRelay variant without a
display (FL1A-B...).
• The state IDEC SmartRelay was in before power off.
The table indicates IDEC SmartRelay’s response to the
possible situations:
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Before power off After power on
No Program
No Program
or
(empty)
No program in
memory >Program..
PC/Card..
Start
(with program)
With
With storedpro
stored program
-
I:123456 fromfrom
IDEC
Mo 09:00 gram
or SmartRelay.
I:123456 SmartRelay
Mo 09:00 Q:1234 RUN
B03:Pa
Par = 0300 (empty)
Q:1234 RUN
Cnt = 0028 With
With program copied
program
I:123456 from memory
Mo 09:00 copied from memory
SmartRelay
IDEC in RUN
SmartRelay in RUN cartridgetoto IDEC
cartridge
(with program) SmartRelay.
Q:1234 RUN SmartRelay
B01 >Program.. With

With storedpro
stored program
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PC/Card.. fromfrom
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& or SmartRelay.
Start
Q1 SmartRelay
Program in
memory (empty)
With
With program copied
program
>Program..
from memory
PC/Card.. copied from
Start cartridge to IDEC
Memory cartridge
SmartRelay.
((with program) to SmartRelay
Try to remember the 4 simple rules for starting IDEC

SmartRelay:
1. If there is no program in IDEC SmartRelay or on the
connected memory cartridge, IDEC SmartRelay (with
display) displays the message: No Program.
2. If there is a program on the program module, it is
automatically copied to IDEC SmartRelay. If there is
already a program in IDEC SmartRelay, it is overwritten.
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3. If there is a program in IDEC SmartRelay or on the

memory cartridge, IDEC SmartRelay adopts the
operating status it had before power off. If you are using
a variant without display (FL1A-B…), it automatically
changes from STOP to RUN (the LED changes from red
to green).
4. If you have switched on retentivity for at least one
function or are using a function with retentivity
permanently switched on, its current values are retained
at power off.
Note
If a power failure occurs while you are entering a program, you
will find when the power is restored that IDEC SmartRelay no
longer contains the program.
You should therefore save your original program before changing
it on a Memory Cartridge or on a computer (WindLGC).
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IDEC SmartRelay operating modes

IDEC SmartRelay has 2 operating modes: STOP and RUN
STOP RUN
• Display: ’No Program’ • Display: Mask for
(not FL1A-B…) monitoring the inputs and
• Switch IDEC SmartRelay to outputs (after START in the
programming mode main menu)
(not FL1A-B…)
• The LED lights up red • Switch IDEC SmartRelay to
(FL1A-B… only) parameterization mode
(not FL1A-B…)
• The LED lights up green
(FL1A-B… only)
Action by IDEC SmartRelay: Action by IDEC SmartRelay:
• The inputs are not read. • IDEC SmartRelay reads the
• The program is not state of the inputs.
executed. • IDEC SmartRelay
• The relay contacts are calculates the state of the
always open or the outputs with the program.
transistor outputs are • IDEC SmartRelay switches
switched off. the relays/transistor outputs
on or off.
2-15
2-16
3 Programming IDEC SmartRelay
The first steps with IDEC SmartRelay
By programming we mean entering a circuit. An IDEC
SmartRelay program is really no more than a circuit
diagram represented in a different way.
We have changed the way it is represented to suit IDEC
SmartRelay’s display panel. In this chapter we will show
you how to use IDEC SmartRelay to turn your applications
into IDEC SmartRelay programs.
Note
The IDEC SmartRelay variants without a display - FL1A-B12RCE,
FL1A-B10RCA and FL1A-B10RCB do not have an operating unit.
They are mainly intended for serial applications in small machine
and apparatus construction.
FL1A-B... variants are not programmed on IDEC SmartRelay.
Programs from WindLGC or from memory cartridge of other IDEC
SmartRelay devices are transferred into IDEC SmartRelay.
In the first section of the chapter a brief example will help

you get to know how to use IDEC SmartRelay.
• We begin by introducing two basic terms, connector
and block, and showing you what is meant by them.
• In step two we will develop a program from a simple,
conventional circuit.
• In the third step you can then enter this program directly
into IDEC SmartRelay.
After reading through only the first few pages of this
manual, you will already have stored your first executable
program in IDEC SmartRelay. Using suitable hardware
(switches etc.) you will then be able to carry out your first
tests.
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Programming IDEC SmartRelay
3.1 Connectors
IDEC SmartRelay has inputs and outputs:
inputs
L1 N I1 I2 I3 I4 I5 I6 I7 I8
idec SmartRelay
Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4
Outputs
Each inputs is identified by the letter I and a number. When
you look at IDEC SmartRelay from the front, you can see
the connectors for the inputs at the top.
The letter Q and a number identifies each output. You can
see the connectors of the outputs in the figure below.
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IDEC SmartRelay’s connectors

The term connector refers to all connections and states in
IDEC SmartRelay.
The inputs and outputs can have the state ’0’ or ’1’. ’0’
means there is no voltage at the input; ’1’ means that there
is. But that is unlikely to be new to you.
We introduced the connectors hi, lo and x, in order to
facilitate program entry for you. ’hi’ (high) has the fixed
state ’1’ and ’lo’ (low) has the fixed state ’0’.
If you don’t want to wire an input on a block, use the ’x’
connector. You can find out what a block is on the next
page.
IDEC SmartRelay recognizes the following connectors:
Connectors
Inputs I1... I6,

I7 (AI1),
I8 (AI2)
Outputs Q1...Q4
lo Signal with level ’0’ (off)
hi Signal with level ’1’ (on)
x An existing connection that is not used
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3.2 Blocks and Block Numbers

In this chapter, we will describe how you can create
extensive circuits with the aid of IDEC SmartRelay’s
elements and how the blocks are linked to each other and
to the inputs and outputs.
For this purpose, please turn to Section 3.3. There we
describe how to turn a conventional circuit into a IDEC
SmartRelay program.
Blocks
A block in IDEC SmartRelay is a function that converts
input information into output information. With earlier
variants of IDEC SmartRelay you had to wire up the
individual elements in the control cabinet or terminal box.
When you program IDEC SmartRelay you connect
connectors with blocks. To do this, simply select the
connection you require from the Co menu (Co stands for
connector).
Logic operations
The simplest blocks are logic operations:
• AND
• OR
• ...
I1
Inputs I1 and I2 are connected to the
>1 OR block. The last input of the block
I2
is not used and is therefore marked
x Q
with an x.
We have made the special functions far more powerful than
before:
• Current impulse relay
• Counter
• On delay
• ....
Chapter 4 provides a complete list of IDEC SmartRelay’s
functions.
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Displaying a block in IDEC SmartRelay

The figure below shows a typical IDEC SmartRelay display.
As you can see only one block can be shown at a time. We
have therefore introduced block numbers to help you to
check how the circuit is structured.
Display
Display image
image of SmartRelay
of IDEC SmartRelay Block number -
assigned by
This shows that a SmartRelay
further block is
connected
B01
>1
Input B02
I2 Q1
x
Connection is not required Block Output
Assigning a block number

Whenever you insert a block in a program, IDEC
SmartRelay assigns that block a number.
IDEC SmartRelay uses the block number to indicate the
connections between the blocks. The block numbers are
therefore chiefly meant to help you find your way around
the program.
Block number
B02 There is a
I1 >1 connection
I2 B01 between these
I3 blocks
B03 B01
B02
I4 >1 B03 >1
I5 B01 x Q1 B01 Q1
I6
Move around the program using the key
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The overview display shows you three displays of IDEC

SmartRelay, which together make up the program. As you
can see IDEC SmartRelay links the blocks with one
another by means of the block numbers.
Advantages of the block numbers
You can connect almost any block to an input of the current
block using its block number. In this way you can use the
interim results of logic or other operations more than once.
This saves you the work required to enter things again as
well as memory space, and ensures that your circuit
remains clear.
Note
To make working with IDEC SmartRelay particularly efficient, we
recommend that you draw up a diagram overview of the program.
This will make it easier to create the program. You can then enter
the block numbers assigned by IDEC SmartRelay in this diagram.
If you use the WindLGC to program IDEC SmartRelay, you can
display and print out a ladder program. You can create a
functional block diagram of your program immediately using
WindLGC.
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3.3 From the Circuit Diagram to IDEC

SmartRelay
How a circuit is represented in a circuit diagram
You know, of course, how a circuit is represented in a
circuit diagram. Here is an example:
E1 is switched on and off by
means of the switches (S1 OR
S1 S2 K1 S2) AND S3.
The relay K1 picks up, when S1
or S2 and also S3 are closed.
S3
K1 E1
Implementing a circuit with IDEC SmartRelay

You create a circuit In IDEC SmartRelay by connecting
blocks and connectors to each other:
Wiring of the input s
S1 ... S3 Program in IDEC
Program SmartRelay
in SmartRelay
>1 &
I1 I3
I2 Q1
x x
Wiring of the outputs
To implement a circuit in IDEC SmartRelay, begin at the

output of the circuit.
The output is the load or the relay that is supposed to
operate.
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You convert the circuit to blocks. To do this, go through the

circuit from the output to the input:
Step1: At output Q1 there is a series connection of the

normally open contact S3 with another circuit component.
The series connection corresponds to an AND block:
I3 &
Q1
x
Step 2: S1 and S2 are connected in parallel. The parallel

connection corresponds to an OR block:
I1 >1 I3 &
I2 Q1
x x
You have now provided a complete description of the

circuit for IDEC SmartRelay. You now need to connect the
inputs and outputs to IDEC SmartRelay.
Wiring
Connect switches S1 to S3 to the screw connectors of
IDEC SmartRelay:
• Connect S1 to connector I1 on IDEC SmartRelay
Only 2 inputs of the OR block are used so the third input
must be marked as unused. The x next to it indicates this.
Likewise, only 2 inputs of the AND block are used. The
third input is therefore also marked as ’unused’ by an x
next to it.
The output of the AND block controls the relay at output
Q1. Consumer E1 is connected at output Q1.
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Wiring example
The following table shows you the wiring based on a
240 VAC variant of IDEC SmartRelay.
L1
N Wiring of the inputs
S S S
1 2 3
L1 N
Wiring of the outputs
L1
Load
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3.4 The 4 Golden Rules for Working with

IDEC SmartRelay
Rule 1
3–finger grip
OK
• Enter the circuit in programming mode. Switch to

programming mode by pressing the 3 keys , and OK
at the same time.
• Change the values of times and parameters in
parameterization mode. Switch to parameterization
mode by pressing the 2 keys ESC and OK at the same
time.
Rule 2
Outputs and inputs
• Always enter a circuit from output to input.
• You can connect an output to several inputs, but not
several outputs to one input.
• You can’t connect an output to a preceding input within
a program path. Insert markers or outputs in such cases
(recursions).
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Rule 3
Cursor and cursor movement
The following applies when entering a circuit:
• When the cursor appears in the form of an underscore,
you can move the cursor:
- Use the keys , , or to move the cursor in the
circuit.
- Press OK to select a connector/block.
- Press ESC to exit circuit input.
• When the cursor appears in the form of a solid block,
you should select a connector/block
- Use the keys or to select a connector/block.
- Press OK to accept a selection.
- Press ESC to go back one step.
Rule 4
Planning
• Before you enter a circuit, draw up a complete plan of it
on paper or program IDEC SmartRelay directly using
WindLGC.
• IDEC SmartRelay can only store complete programs. If
you enter an incomplete program, IDEC SmartRelay is
not able to exit Programming mode.
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3.5 Overview of IDEC SmartRelay’s menus
Programming mode
ESC OK
Main menu Programming menu

OK
>P r o g r a m . . >E d i t P r g
ESC
P C / C ard . . C l e ar P rg
S ta r t Se t C loc k
OK
ESC
PC/card menu
>P C
C ard
= IDEC
SmartRelay
SmartRelay
C ard
Parameterization mode
ESC OK
Parameterization menu
>S e t C l o c k
S e t P aram
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3.6 Entering and Starting a Program

You have designed a circuit and now want to enter it in
IDEC SmartRelay. The example below illustrates how to do
this.
3.6.1 Switching to Programming Mode

Connect IDEC SmartRelay to the power and turn it on. The
following message appears on the display:
No Program
Switch IDEC SmartRelay to programming mode To do this,

press the keys , and OK at the same time. The fact that
you have to press the keys simultaneously prevents
anyone pressing them and switching to programming mode
inadvertently.
No Program
ESC OK
When you press the keys, IDEC SmartRelay’s main menu

appears:
>Program..
PC/Card.. IDEC SmartRelay’s main menu
Start
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On the left in the first line you will see ”>”. Use the keys
and to move the ”>” up and down. Move the ”>” to
”Program..” and press OK. IDEC SmartRelay switches to
the programming menu.
>Edit Prg
Clear Prg IDEC SmartRelay’s programming
Set Clock
Here too, you can move the ”>” by pressing the and
keys. Position the ”>” on ”Edit Prg” (i.e. to enter the
program) and press OK. Smart Relay then displays the first
output:
IDEC SmartRelay’s first output
Q1
Use the and keys to select the other outputs. At this

point, you begin to enter your circuit.
3.6.2 First Program

Let’s have a look at the following circuit: a parallel
connection of two switches.
Circuit diagram
How a circuit is represented in a circuit diagram
S1 S2 Switch S1 or switch S2
K1 switches on E1. With IDEC
SmartRelay, the parallel
connection of the switches is
an OR block because S1 or
K1 S2 switches the output on.
E1
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Translated into the IDEC SmartRelay program, this means:

Relay K1 (in IDEC SmartRelay via output Q1) is controlled
by an OR block.
Program
I1 and I2 are connected to the input of the OR block, S1 to
I1 and S2 to I2.
Thus, the program in IDEC SmartRelay looks like this:
I1
>1
I2
Q1
x
Wiring
The wiring is as follows:
L1
N
S1 S2
L1 N I1 I2 I3 I4 I5 I6
idec SmartRelay
Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4
L
N
Switch S1 acts on input I1 and switch S2 on input I2. E1 is
connected to relay Q1.
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3.6.3 Entering a Program

Let’s enter the program now (from the output to the input).
Initially, IDEC SmartRelay displays the output:
IDEC SmartRelay’s first output
Q1
The Q of Q1 is underlined. This underlining is the cursor.

The cursor indicates your current position in the program.
You can move the cursor by pressing the , , and
keys. Now press the key . The cursor moves to the left.
The cursor indicates your position in the

program.
- Q1
At this point, enter only the first block (the OR block). Press
OK to switch to input mode.
The cursor appears in the form of a solid

block: you can select a connector or
block.
Co Q1
The cursor no longer appears in the form of an underline;

instead it appears as a solid block that flashes on and off.
At the same time, IDEC SmartRelay offers you the first list
for selection.
Select the GF list (by pressing until GF appears) and
press OK. IDEC SmartRelay then displays the first block in
the list of general functions (GF):
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B01 The first block in the list of general

_& functions is AND. The cursor appears in
the form of a solid block, indicating that
you have to select a block.
Q1
Now press the key or , until the OR block appears in

the display:
B01 The cursor is still in the block and

>1 appears in the form of a solid block.
Q1
Press OK to conclude your selection.
Your entire program looks

like this
B01 B01
Block
>1 number
>1
Q1 Q1
You have now entered the first block. Each block you enter
receives a number, the block number. All you have to do
now is wire the inputs of the block. To do this, proceed as
follows:
Press OK.
The following appears in the display panel
B01
Co >1
Q1
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Select the Co list: Press OK
The following appears in the display panel:
B01
x >1
Q1
The first item in the Co list is the character for indicating
that the input is not in use, an ”x”. Use the or key to
select input I1.
B01
I1 >1
Q1
Press OK: I1 is connected to the input of the OR block. The

cursor jumps to the next input of the OR block.
The following appears in the display panel Your entire program so far looks
like this in IDEC SmartRelay
B01 B01
I1 >1
I1 >1
- Q1 I2
X Q1
Now connect input I2 to the input of the OR block. You
know how to do this already:
1. Switch to input mode: OK
2. Select the Co list: keys or
3. Accept the Co list: OK
4. Select I2: keys or
5. Accept I2: OK
Thus, I2 is now connected to the input of the OR block:
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The following appears in the display panel

Your entire program so far looks
B01 like this in IDEC SmartRelay
B01
I1 >1
I1 >1
I2 Q1 I2
- Q1
We don’t need the last input of the OR block in this

program. In a IDEC SmartRelay program, you mark an
input that is not used with an ”x”, so now enter the ’x’ (you
know the principle already):
4. Select x: keys or
5. Accept x: OK
Thus, all the block’s inputs are now wired. The program is
now complete. IDEC SmartRelay returns to output Q1.
The following appears in the display panel:

Your program looks like this
B01
I1 >1
B01 Q1 I2 Q1
x
If you want to have another look at your first program, you

can use the or key to move the cursor through the
program.
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But we are going to exit program input now. To do this,

proceed as follows:
1. Return to the programming menu: ESC
If this doesn’t return you to the programming menu, you
have not wired a block completely. IDEC SmartRelay
displays the point in the program at which you forgot
something (IDEC SmartRelay only accepts completed
programs). Also refer to page 3-33.
Note
IDEC SmartRelay has now stored your program
permanently, so that it will not be lost in the event of a power
failure. The program is stored in IDEC SmartRelay until you
expressly delete it by entering the appropriate command.
2. Return to the main menu: ESC

Switching IDEC SmartRelay to RUN
3. Move ’>’ to ’Start’: keys or
4. Accept Start: OK
IDEC SmartRelay switches to RUN. In RUN IDEC
SmartRelay displays the following:
IDEC SmartRelay’s display panel in RUN
State of the inputs

I:123456
Mo 09:00 Current time
(variants with time switch only)
Q:1234 IDEC SmartRelay is in RUN
State of the outputs
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What does ”IDEC SmartRelay is in RUN?” mean?

In RUN, IDEC SmartRelay executes the program. First of
all it reads the states of the inputs, uses the program you
have specified to determine the states of the outputs, and
switches the relays at the outputs on or off.
IDEC SmartRelay represents the state of an input or output
as follows:
I:123456 Input/output has the state '1':

inverse
Mo 09:00
Q:1234 Input/output has the state
'0': not inverse
State display
Let’s have a look at that in our example:
L1
Whenswitch
When switchS1S1 is
is closed,
closed,
S1 S2 voltageisisapplied
voltage applied to
toinput
inputI1,I1,
which has the state '1'. IDEC
=1 which has the state '1'.
SmartRelay calculates the
SmartRelay
state of the calculates
outputs with the
the states
ofprogram.
the outputs with the
I1 I2 program.
OutputQ1
Output Q1hashasthe
the state
state '1'
'1'
here.
here.
When
WhenQ1 Q1hashasthe
thestate '1',
state '1'
SmartRelay operates
IDEC SmartRelay relay Q1
operates
I:123456 and the consumer at Q1 is at
relay Q1 and
Q1 is supplied
the consumer
with voltage.
supplied with voltage.
Mo 09:00
Q:1234 RUN
Q1
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The next step

You have now successfully entered your first circuit.
In the next section, we will show you how to make changes
to existing programs and use special functions in them.
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3.6.4 Second Program

We will use the second program to show you the following:
• How to insert a block in an existing program.
• How to select a block for a special function.
• How to enter parameters.
Changing circuits
In order to produce the second program, we have to modify
the first one slightly.
Let’s begin by looking at the circuit diagram for the second
program:
L1
You already know the first part of the
circuit. Switches S1 and S2 operate
S1 S2 K1 a relay. This relay switches on
consumer E1 and switches it off after
a delay of 12 minutes.
K1 E1
N
In IDEC SmartRelay the program looks like this:
This is the
I1 >1
additional new
I2 block
x x Q1
T
You will recognize the OR block and output relay Q1 from
the first program. Only the off delay is new.
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Editing a program
Switch IDEC SmartRelay to programming mode
To do this, proceed as follows:
1. Switch IDEC SmartRelay to programming mode:
( , and OK at the same time).
2. Select ”Program..” from the main menu
(by moving ’>’ to “Program..” and press OK)
3. Select ”Edit Prg..” from the programming menu
(by moving ’>’ to “Edit Prg..” and press OK)
You can now modify the existing program.
Inserting an additional block in a program
Move the cursor to the B of B01 (B01 is the block number
of the OR block).
Move the cursor:

Press
B01 Q1
At this point we insert the new block. Press OK.
IDEC SmartRelay displays the
BN list.
BN Q1
Select the SF list (B key).
The SF list contains the blocks

for the special functions.
SF Q1
Press OK.
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The block of the first special function appears:
When you select a block for a special or

general function, IDEC SmartRelay displays
the block of the function. The cursor is in the
Trg block and appears in the form of a solid block.
T Q1 Use the or
want.
key to select the block you
Select the desired block (off delay, see next diagram) and
press OK:
B02 The inserted block receives the block number

B02. Block B01, which has been connected
B01 up to now to Q1, is automatically connected
R Q1 to the uppermost input of the inserted block.
T The cursor is positioned at the uppermost
input of the inserted block.
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The off–delay block has 3 inputs. The uppermost input is

the trigger input (Trg). Use this input to start the off delay.
In our example, the off delay is started by the OR block
B01. Reset the time and outputs using the reset input and
set the time for the off delay using the T parameter.
In our example, we don’t use the reset input of the off
delay. We wire it with ’x’. You learned how to do this in the
first program, but just to remind you, here is the procedure
again:
1. Position the cursor under the R: key or
5. Select x: keys or
6. Accept x: OK
B02 The display should now look like this:

B01
x Q1
T
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Parameterizing a block
Now enter the time T for the off delay:
1. If the cursor is not yet under the T,
move it there: keys or
IDEC SmartRelay displays the parameter window for
parameters:
B02: the parameter of block B02
B02:T T: is a time
T=00:00s+ + means: the parameter is displayed
in parameterization mode and can be
modified there
Time value Time unit
The cursor appears on the first position of the time value.

To change the time value, proceed as follows:
• Use the keys and to move the cursor to different
positions.
• Use the keys and to change the value.
• When you have entered the time value, press OK.
Setting the time
Set the time T = 12:00 minutes:
1. Move the cursor to the first position:
or
2. Select ’1’:
or
3. Move the cursor to the second position:
or
4. Select ’2’:
or
5. Move the cursor to the unit:
or
6. Select the unit m for minutes:
or
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Displaying/hiding parameters - type of protection

If you don’t want the parameter to be displayed in
parameterization mode, proceed as follows:
7. Move the cursor to the protection mode::
or
8. Select protection mode ’-’:
or
The following message should now appear on the display:
B02:T B02:T
T=12:00m+ or
T=12:00m-
Type
Type of protection +
i eof protection+ Type
: Time
Type of protection -
of protection
TT
cancan
bebe changed
changed in
in para T cannot be changed in
T cannot be changed in
parameterization
meterization m mode parameterization
parameterization modemode
9. Conclude your input:

OK
Checking the program
This branch of the program for Q1 is now complete. IDEC
SmartRelay displays the Q1 output. You can have another
look at the program on the display. Use the keys to move
through the program. Use or to move from block to
block and use and to move between the inputs on a
block.
Exiting programming mode
Exit program input in the same way you did for the first
program, but just remind you, here is the procedure again:
1. Return to the programming menu: ESC
2. Return to the main menu: ESC
3. Move ’>’ to ’Start’: keys or
4. Accept Start: OK
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IDEC SmartRelay is now in RUN again:

I:123456
Mo 09:00
Q:1234
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3.6.5 Deleting a Block

Let’s suppose you want to delete block B02 from the
following program and connect B01 directly with Q1.
B01
B02
I1
I2
x x Q1
T
1. Switch IDEC SmartRelay to programming mode
(3–finger grip).
2. Select ’Edit Prg’ by pressing OK.
3. Position the cursor at the input of Q1, i.e. under B02
using the key :
B02 Q1
4. Press OK.
5. Connect block B01 instead of block B02 directly to
output Q1:
Select the BN list and press OK
Select B01 and press OK.
Result: Block B02 is now deleted, because it is no longer
used anywhere within the entire circuit. Block B01 is now
connected directly to the output instead of B02.
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3.6.6 Deleting a Number of Interconnected Blocks

Let’s suppose you want to delete blocks B01 and B02 from
the following program.
B01
B02
I1
I2
x x Q1
T

1. Switch IDEC SmartRelay to programming mode
(3–finger grip).
2. Select ’Edit Prg’ by pressing OK.
3. Position the cursor at the input of Q1, i.e. under B02:
B02 Q1
4. Press OK.
5. Set the connector x instead of block B02 at the Q1
output:
Select the Co list and then press OK.
Select x and then press OK.
Result: Block B02 is now deleted, because it is no longer
used anywhere within the entire circuit. and all the blocks
that are connected to it are deleted (i.e. block B01 in the
example).
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3.6.7 Correcting Typing Errors

It is easy to correct typing errors in IDEC SmartRelay:
• If you have not yet concluded input, you can use ESC to
go back a step.
• If you have already concluded input, simply start again,
as follows:
1. Move the cursor to the location of the error.
3. Enter the correct wiring for the input.
You can only replace one block with another if the new
block has exactly the same number of inputs as the old
one. However, you can delete the old block and insert a
new one. You can insert whichever block you like.
3.6.8 ”?” on the Display

If you have entered a program and want to exit “Edit Prg”
with ESC, IDEC SmartRelay checks whether you have
wired all the inputs of all the blocks correctly. If you have
forgotten an input or parameter, IDEC SmartRelay displays
the first place at which you have forgotten something and
marks with a question mark all those inputs and
parameters that have not been wired.
You have not yet wired the

input here B02
You have not yet specified a B01
value for the parameter R ? Q1
T ?
Wire the input and enter a value for the parameter. You
can then exit “Edit Prg” by pressing ESC.
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3.6.9 Deleting a Program

To delete a program, proceed as follows:
, and OK at the same time
>Program..
PC/Card..
Start
2. Move the ’>’ with the keys or to ’Program..’ and

press OK
>Edit Prg IDEC SmartRelay switches to the

programming menu.
Clear Prg
Set Clock
3. Move the ’>’ to ”Clear Prg”:
or
4. Accept ’Clear Prg’:
OK
Clear Prg To prevent you from inadvertently

deleting the program, we have included
>No an additional query.
Yes
If you do not want to delete the program, leave the ’>’ on
’No’ and press OK.
If you are sure that you want to delete the program stored
in IDEC SmartRelay, proceed as follows:
5. Move the ’>’ to Yes:
or
6. Press OK. IDEC SmartRelay deletes the program.
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3.7 Storage Space and Size of a Circuit

A program (control program in IDEC SmartRelay, circuit
diagram) has the following limitations:
• The number of blocks connected in series (nesting
depth)
• The storage space (use of memory by the blocks)
Memory area
You can only use a limited number of blocks for your
program in IDEC SmartRelay. In addition, some blocks
require extra memory for their special functions.
The memory required for special functions is divided up
into 4 memory areas.
• Par: The area in which IDEC SmartRelay stores the
desired values (e.g. the limit values of a counter).
• RAM: The area in which IDEC SmartRelay stores the
current actual values (e.g. the counter status).
• Timer: The area IDEC SmartRelay uses for time
functions such as the off delay.
• REM: The area in which IDEC SmartRelay stores actual
values that have to be retained (e.g. the count value of
an operating hours counter). In blocks with selective use
of the retentive feature, this memory area is only used if
the retentive feature is switched on.
Resources available in IDEC SmartRelay
The maximum amount of resources that can be occupied
by a program in IDEC SmartRelay is as follows:
Blocks Par RAM Timer REM Markers
56 48 27 16 15 8
IDEC SmartRelay monitors memory utilization, and

displays in the function lists only those functions for which
there is still enough memory space available.
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Memory utilization
The table gives you an overview of the special memory
requirements of the special functions:
Function block Par RAM Timer REM
Latching relay* 0 (1) 0 (1)
Current impulse relay* 0 (1) 0 (1)
Interval time–delay relay 1 1 1 0
Edge–triggered interval 1 1 1 0
time–delay relay
On delay 1 1 1 0
Off delay 2 1 1 0
On/off delay 2 1 1 0
Retentive 2 1 1 0
on delay
Seven–day time switch 6 2 0 0
Twelve-month time switch 2 0 0 0
Up/down counter* 2 (2) 0 (2)
Operating hours counter 2 0 0 4
Symmetrical clock pulse 1 1 1 0
generator
Asynchronous pulse generator 3 1 1 0
Random generator 2 1 1 0
Frequency 3 3 1 0
trigger
Analog trigger 4 2 0 0
Analog comparator 3 4 0 0
Stairwell light switch 1 1 1 0
Dual–function switch 2 1 1 0
Message texts 1 0 0 0
* Depending on the parameterization of the function with or

without retentivity, each function occupies the following
amount of memory:
• Retentivity switched off: RAM memory
• Retentivity switched on: REM memory
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The maximum number of functions that can be used:
The memory requirements of individual special

functions determine the maximum number of special
functions you can use.
Example: The operating hours counter requires 2 memory
areas for desired value storage (Par) and 4 memory areas
for the actual values that have to be retained (REM). There
are 15 REM memory areas and 48 Par memory areas In
IDEC SmartRelay.
The special function of the operating hours counter can
therefore only be used a maximum of 3 times, leaving just
3 REM memory areas left. Although there are still 42 Par
memory areas free, you are one REM memory area short
to run an additional operating hours counter.
Calculation: Free memory areas divided by the required
number of memory areas. Carry out this calculation for
each memory area required (Par, RAM, timer, REM). The
lowest value shows you the maximum number of functions
you can use.
Nesting depth
A program path consists of a series of function blocks
starting and ending with a terminal block. The number of
blocks in a program path describes the nesting depth.
Inputs and levels (I, Ia, hi, lo), as well as outputs and
markers (Q, Qa, M) are terminal blocks . The terminal
blocks are not represented by a block symbol in IDEC
SmartRelay.
The maximum number of function blocks you can use in
IDEC SmartRelay is 56, so the maximum nesting depth is:
56 function blocks + 2 terminal blocks = 58.
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4 IDEC SmartRelay Functions
Element lists
IDEC SmartRelay offers you a number of elements in
programming mode. So that you don’t lose track of things,
we have divided these elements into lists. These lists are:
• ±Co: List of connectors (Connector)
(see Section 4.1)
• ±GF: List of the general functions AND, OR, ...
(see Section 4.2)
• ±SF: List of special functions
(see Section 4.4)
• ±BN: List of the completed and reusable blocks in the
circuit
Contents of the lists
All the lists display elements available in IDEC SmartRelay.
Normally, these are all the connectors, all the general
functions and all the special functions that the respective
IDEC SmartRelay variant knows. These elements also
include all the blocks you have created in IDEC
SmartRelay before you call up the ±BN list.
When IDEC SmartRelay no longer displays everything
IDEC SmartRelay no longer displays all elements if:
• No further block must be inserted.
In this case, there is either no more memory available or
the maximum number of possible blocks has been
reached (56).
• A special block would use more memory than is still
available in IDEC SmartRelay.
• The resulting number of function blocks connected in
series would exceed 7 (see Section 3.7).
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IDEC SmartRelay Functions
4.1 Constants and Connectors - Co

Constants and connectors (connectors = Co) are inputs,
outputs, memory markers and fixed voltage levels
(constants).
Inputs
Inputs are identified by the letter I. The input numbers (I1,
I2, ...) correspond to the numbers of the input connectors
on IDEC SmartRelay.
Analog inputs
The IDEC SmartRelay models FL1A-H12SND, FL1A-
H12RCE and FL1A-B12RCE include the inputs I7 and I8,
which can also be used as AI1 and AI2, depending on how
they are programmed. If the inputs are used as I7 and I8,
the signal applied is interpreted as a digital value. If they
are used as AI1 and AI2, the signals are interpreted as
analog values. In the case of special functions, which can
only be effectively connected with analog inputs on the
input side, only the analog inputs AI1 and AI2 are offered
for selection in programming mode when the input signal is
selected.
Outputs
Outputs are identified by the letter Q. The output numbers
(Q1, Q2, ...) correspond to the numbers of the output
connectors on IDEC SmartRelay.
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Markers
Markers are identified by the letter M. Markers are virtual
outputs that have the same value at their output as they
have at their input. There are 8 memory markers (M1 ...
M8) available in IDEC SmartRelay.
By using memory markers you can exceed the maximum
number of consecutive blocks.
Startup flags
Memory marker M8 is set in the first cycle of the user
program and can be used subsequently in your program as
a startup flag. It is automatically reset after the first cycle of
program processing.
In setting, deletion and evaluation, memory marker M8 can
be used in the same way as memory markers M1 to M7 in
all subsequent cycles.
Note
The signal applied at the marker's output is always that of
the last program cycle. The signal is not changed within a
program cycle.
Levels
Voltage levels are identified by hi and lo. If a block is
supposed to have the state “1” = hi or “0” = continuously,
the input is wired with the fixed level or the constant hi or lo
value.
Open connectors
If a connector pin of a block is not to be wired, this is
indicated with an x.
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4.2 List of General Functions - GF

General functions are basic operation links in Boolean
algebra.
When you enter a circuit, you will find the blocks for general
functions in the GF list. The following general functions
exist:
Circuit diagram Representation in Designation of the

representation IDEC SmartRelay general function
AND
Series connection
of normally open
contacts
(see page 4-6)
AND with RLO edge
detection
(see page 4-6)

NAND
(AND not)
Parallel connec -
tion of normally (see page 4-7)
closed contacts
NAND with RLO
edge detection
(see page 4-8)

OR
Parallel connec -
tion of normally
open contacts (see page 4-8)
NOR
Series connec - (OR not)
tionof normally
closed contacts
(see page 4-9)
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Circuit diagram Representation in Designation of the

representation IDEC SmartRelay general function
XOR
(exclusive OR)
Double change-
over
(see page 4-10)
NOT
Inverter (negation, inverter)
(see page 4-10)
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4.2.1 AND
The series connection of a number of nor- Symbol in IDEC SmartRelay:

mally open contacts is represented in a
circuit diagram as follows:
The output of the AND only adopts the state 1 if all the
inputs have the state 1 (i.e. they are closed).
If an input pin of this block is not wired (x), then the
following applies to the input: x = 1.
Logic table for AND
1 2 3 Q
0 0 0 0
0 0 1 0
0 1 0 0
0 1 1 0
1 0 0 0
1 0 1 0
1 1 0 0
1 1 1 1
4.2.2 AND with RLO Edge Detection
Symbol in IDEC SmartRelay:
The output of AND with RLO edge detection only adopts

the state 1 when all inputs have the state 1 and at least
one input had the state 0 in the previous cycle.
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Timing diagram for AND with RLO edge detection
2
3
Q
Cycle 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
4.2.3 NAND (AND Not)
The parallel connection of a number

of normally closed contacts is repre- Symbol in IDEC SmartRelay:
sented in a circuit diagram as
The output of NAND only adopts the state 0 if all the inputs
have the state 1 (i.e. they are closed).
Logic table for NAND
1 2 3 Q
0 0 0 1
0 0 1 1
0 1 0 1
0 1 1 1
1 0 0 1
1 0 1 1
1 1 0 1
1 1 1 0
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4.2.4 NAND with RLO Edge Detection
The output of NAND with RLO edge detection only adopts

the state 1 when at least one input has the state 0 and all
inputs had the state 1 in the previous cycle.
Timing diagram for NAND with RLO edge detection
1
2
3
Q
Cycle 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
4.2.5 OR
The parallel connection of a number of

normally open contacts is represented
in a circuit diagram as follows:
The output of the OR adopts the state 1 if at least one

input has the state 1 (i.e. it is closed).
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Logic table for OR:

1 2 3 Q
0 0 0 0
0 0 1 1
0 1 0 1
0 1 1 1
1 0 0 1
1 0 1 1
1 1 0 1
1 1 1 1
4.2.6 NOR (OR Not)
The series connection of a number of Symbol

Symbol inSmartRelay
in IDEC SmartRelay:
normally closed contacts is represented
in a circuit diagram as follows:
The output of NOR only adopts the state 1 if all the inputs
have the state 0 (i.e. they are switched off). As soon as any
of the inputs is switched on (state 1), the output of NOR is
set to 0.
Logic table for NOR
1 2 3 Q
0 0 0 1
0 0 1 0
0 1 0 0
0 1 1 0
1 0 0 0
1 0 1 0
1 1 0 0
1 1 1 0
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4.2.7 XOR (Exclusive OR)

An XOR in a circ it diagram is a
series connection of two change
over contacts:
The output of XOR adopts the state 1 if the inputs have

different states.
Logic table for XOR
1 2 Q
0 0 0
0 1 1
1 0 1
1 1 0
4.2.8 NOT (Negation, Inverter)
A normally closed contact is Symbol in IDEC SmartRelay:

sented in a circuit diagram as
The output adopts the state 1 if the input has the state 0. In
other words, NOT inverts the state at the input.
The advantage of the NOT function can be illustrated by
the following example: you no longer require normally
closed contacts for IDEC SmartRelay. You use a normally
open contact and convert it into a normally closed contact
by using NOT.
Logic table for NOT
1 Q
0 1
1 0
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4.3 Fundamentals of Special Functions

You will notice that special functions differ from general
functions because of the differences in their input
descriptions. Special functions include time functions,
retentivity and various parameterization options to adapt
the program to your individual requirements.
In this section we would like to give you a brief overview of
the input descriptions and provide you with some important
background information about special functions. The
individual special functions are described in Section 4.4.
4.3.1 Description of the Inputs
Connection inputs
The connections that can be made to other blocks or to the
inputs of the IDEC SmartRelay device are described here.
• S (set):
The input S allows you to set the output to “1”.
• R (reset):
The reset input R takes priority over all other inputs and
switches outputs to “0”.
• Trg (trigger):
Use this input to start the execution of a function.
• Cnt (count):
This input records count pulses.
• Fre (frequency):
Frequency signals to be evaluated are applied at the
input with this description.
• Dir (direction):
Use this input to set the direction in which a counter
should count, for example.
• En (enable):
This input enables the function of the block. If the input
is at “0”, other signals are ignored by the block.
• Inv (invert):
The output signal of the block is inverted when this input
is activated.
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• Ral (reset all):

All internal values are reset.
Connector X at the inputs of the special functions
If you wire inputs of special functions to the x connector,
these inputs will be assigned the value 0 i.e. a low signal is
applied to the inputs.
Parameter inputs
There some inputs at which you do not apply signals.
Instead, you parameterize the function block with certain
values.
• Par (parameter):
This input is not wired. Set parameters for the block.
• T (time):
This input is not wired. Set times for a block.
• No (number):
This input is not wired. Set time bases.
• P (priority):
This input is not wired. Set priorities.
4.3.2 Time Response
Parameter T
With some of the special functions it is possible to
parameterize a time value T. When specifying the time,
note that the values to be entered depend on the time base
set:
Time Base __ : __
1
s (seconds) Seconds : /100 seconds
m (minutes) Minutes : Seconds
h (hours) Hours : Minutes
Setting the time T for 250 minutes:

B01:T Unit hours (h):
T=04.10h+ 04.00 hours 240 minutes
00.10 hours +10 minutes
=250 minutes
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Note
Always specify a time T > 0.10 s. For T = 0.05 s and
T = 0.00 s the time T is not defined.
Accuracy of T
All electronic components have clock/minute differences.
This can result in deviations in the set time (T). In IDEC
SmartRelay the maximum deviation is 1 %.
Example:
In 1 hour (3600 seconds) the deviation is 1 % (i.e.
36 seconds).
In 1 minute the deviation is therefore only 0.6 seconds.
Accuracy of the time switch
To ensure that this deviation doesn’t result in the clock
running inaccurately in C variants, the time switch is
regularly compared with a high–precision time base and
adjusted accordingly.
This results in a maximum time error of ±5s a day.
4.3.3 Clock Buffering

The internal clock of a IDEC SmartRelay module has a
power buffer and continues to run if there is a power failure.
The ambient temperature affects the duration of the
reserve power. At an ambient temperature of 25°C the
typical power buffer is 80 hours.
4.3.4 Retentivity
The switching states and counter values can be kept
retentively in the special functions. To do this, retentivity
must be switched on for the relevant function.
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4.3.5 Degree of Protection

The parameter protection setting allows you to specify
whether the parameters can be displayed and altered in
parameter assignment mode on the IDEC SmartRelay
module.
There are two possible settings:
+: The parameter settings are also displayed in parameter
assignment mode and can be changed.
-: The parameter settings are not displayed in parameter
assignment mode and can only be changed in
programming mode.
4.3.6 Gain and Offset Calculation for Analog Values

The Gain and Offset parameters allow the internal
representation of an analog value to be aligned with the
actual measured value.
Parameter Minimum Maximum
Connector voltage (in V) 0 ≥ 10
Internal process image 0 1000
Gain (in %) 0 1000
Offset -999 +999
A connector voltage of 0 to 10 V is mapped internally to

values of 0 to 1000. A connector voltage greater than 10 V
is also represented as 1000 in the internal process image.
For example, you can use the Gain parameter to set a gain
of 1000 % (a factor of 10).
You can use the Offset parameter to move the zero point of
the measured values.
You will find a sample application in the description of the
“analog comparator” special function on page 4-53.
For information on the analog inputs, see also Section 4.1.
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4.4 List of Special Functions - SF

When you enter a program in IDEC SmartRelay, you will
find the blocks for the special functions in the SF list. In the
following table you will also find comparable
representations from circuit diagrams as well as an
indication as to whether the function in question has
parameterizable retentivity.
Circuit Representation Description of Re
diagram in IDEC the special
representation SmartRelay function
On delay
(see page 4-18)
Off delay
(see page 4-20)
On/off
delay
(see page 4-22)
Retentive on
R K1 delay
Trg K1 Q (see page 4-24)
K1
Latching relay Re
R
S K1
(see page 4-26)
K1
Current impulse Re
relay
(see page 4-28)
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Interval time-
delay relay
(see page 4-29)
Edge–triggered
interval time-
delay relay
(see page 4-30)
Seven–day time
switch
(see page 4-31)
Twelve–month
time switch
(see page 4-36)
Up and down Re
counter
(see page 4-38)
Operating hours
counter
(see page 4-41)
Symmetrical
clock pulse
generator
(see page 4-44)
Asynchronous
pulse generator
(see page 4-45)
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Random
generator
(see page 4-46)
Fre Frequency trigger

(see page 4-48)
Par
Analog trigger
(see page 4-50)
Analog
comparator
(see page 4-53)
Stairwell light
switch
(see page 4-57)
Dual–function
switch
(see page 4-59)
En Message texts
P
Par
(see page 4-61)
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4.4.1 On Delay
Brief description
If the on delay is selected, the output is not switched over
until a definable time period has elapsed.
Symbol in Connection Description
IDEC
SmartRelay:
Input Trg Use Trg (trigger) input to
start the time for the on
delay.
Parameter T T is the time after which the

output is switched on (output
signal is switched from 0 to
1).
Output Q Q switches on after
expiration of the defined time
T if Trg is still set.
Parameter T
Please note the parameter values for the T parameter in
Section 4.3.2.
Timing diagram
Trg The bold part of the

timing diagram ap -
Q pears in the on-delay
symbol.
T T
T a starts
Description of function
When the state at the Trg input changes from 0 to 1, the
time Ta begins to elapse (Ta is the current time in IDEC
SmartRelay).
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If the state at the Trg input remains 1 at least for the

duration of the parameterized time T, the output is set to 1
after the time T has elapsed (there is a delay between the
input being switched on and the output coming on).
If the state at the Trg input switches back to 0 before the
time T has elapsed, the time is reset.
The output is reset to 0 if the state at the Trg input is 0.
In the event of a power failure, the elapsed time is reset.
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4.4.2 Off Delay
Brief description
If the off delay is selected, the output is not reset until a
definable time period has elapsed.
IDEC
SmartRelay
Input Trg A negative signal edge
(change from 1 to 0) at the
input Trg (trigger) starts the
off–delay timer
Input R The input R resets the
elapsed time for the off delay
and sets the output to 0.
Parameter T T is the period after which
the output is switched off
(output signal is switched
from 1 to 0).
Output Q Q switches on when Trg
does but remains on when
Trg switches off, until the
delay period T has elapsed.
Parameter T
Please note the parameter values for the T parameter in
Section 4.3.2.
Timing diagram
Trg
The bold part of the
R timing diagram
Q appears in the
off–delay symbol.
Ta starts T T
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When the state at the input Trg changes to 1, the output Q
switches to 1 immediately.
If the state at the input Trg changes from 1 to 0, the current
time Ta starts in IDEC SmartRelay, and the output remains
set. If Ta reaches the values specified via T (Ta=T), the
output Q is reset to 0 (off delay).
If the Trg input switches on and off again, the time Ta starts
again.
The input R (Reset) resets the elapsed time Ta and the
output before the set time delay Ta has elapsed.
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4.4.3 On/Off Delay
Brief description
If the on/off delay is selected, the output is switched
through after a programmable time and reset after a
parameterizable time period has elapsed.
IDEC
SmartRelay
Input Trg A rising edge (change from 0
to 1) at the input Trg
(Trigger) starts the time TH
for the on delay.
A falling edge (change from
1 to 0) starts the time TL for
the off delay.
Parameter Par TH is the time after which the
1).
TL is the time after which the
output is switched off (output
0).
Output Q Q switches on after the
parameterized time TH has
elapsed if Trg is still set, and
switches off after the time TL
has elapsed if Trg has not
been set again in the interim.
Parameters TH and TL
Note the default values for the parameters TH and TL in
Section 4.3.2.
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Timing diagram
Trg The bold part of the

timing diagram appears
Q in the on/off delay
symbol.
T T
TH starts
T
TL starts
When the state at the input Trg changes from 0 to 1, the
timed period TH elapses.
If the state at the input Trg remains 1 at least for the
duration of the parameterized time TH, the output is set to 1
after the time TH has elapsed (there is a delay between the
input being switched on and the output coming on).
If the state at the input Trg switches back to 0 before the
time TH has elapsed, the time is reset.
When the state at the input changes to 0 again, the timed
period TL elapses.
If the state at the input Trg remains at 0 at least for the
duration of the parameterized time TL, the output is set to 0
after the time TL has elapsed (there is a delay between the
input being switched off and the output going off).
If the state at the input Trg switches back to 1 before the
time TL has elapsed, the time is reset.
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4.4.4 Retentive On Delay
Brief description
Following an input pulse, a definable timed period starts.
The output is set when the time has elapsed.
IDEC
SmartRelay
Input Trg Use the Trg (trigger) input to
start the time for the on
delay.
Input R Input R resets the time for
the on delay and sets the
output to 0.
state is switched from 0 to
1).
Output Q Q is switched on when the
Parameter T
Please refer to the note in Section 4.3.2 when specifying
the values.
Timing diagram
Trg
R
Q
Ta starts T T
The bold part of the timing diagram appears in the retentive on–delay
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When the state at the Trg input changes from 0 to 1, the
current time Ta starts. When Ta reaches the time T, output Q
is set to 1. Another switching operation at the Trg input has
no effect on Ta.
The output and the time Ta are not reset to 0, until the state
of the R input changes to 1 again.
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4.4.5 Latching Relay
Brief description
The output Q is set via the input S. The output is reset via
the input R.
IDEC
SmartRelay
Input S Input S sets the output Q
to 1.
output Q to 0. If S and R are
both 1 at the same time,
then the output is reset
Parameter Par This parameter is used to
switch retentivity on or off.
Rem:
off = no retentive feature
on = the state can be stored
retentively
Output Q Q switches on when S does
and remains on until the
input R is set.
Timing diagram
R
S
Q
Switching behavior
A latching relay is a simple binary memory cell. The signal
at the output depends on the states of the inputs and the
previous state at the output. The following table illustrates
the logic once more:
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Sn Rn Q Remarks
0 0 x State remains the same
0 1 0 Reset
1 0 1 Set
1 1 0 Reset (resetting has priority over setting)
After power failure the signal that was valid before the
power failure is set at the output, but only if the retentive
feature was switched on.
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4.4.6 Current Impulse Relay
Brief description
The output is set and reset by a short pulse at the input.
IDEC
SmartRelay
Input Trg Use the Trg input (trigger) to
switch the output Q on and
off.
current impulse relay and
sets the output to 0.
Parameter Par This parameter is used to
switch retentivity on or off.
Rem:
off = no retentive feature
on = the state can be stored
retentively
Output Q Q switches on when Trg is
sent and remains switched
on until T expires.
Timing diagram
Trg The bold part of the timing
diagram appears in the current
R impulse relay symbol.
Every time the state at the input Trg changes from 0 to 1,
the output Q changes its state, i.e. the output switches on
or off.
Use the R input to reset the current impulse relay to its
initial state (i.e. the output is set to 0).
After power failure the current impulse relay is reset. The Q
output changes to 0 if the retentive feature is not on.
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4.4.7 Interval Time–Delay Relay - Pulse Output
Brief description
An input signal produces a signal of definable duration at
the output.
IDEC
SmartRelay
Input Trg The input Trg (trigger) starts
the time for the interval
time–delay relay.
from 1 to 0).
Output Q Q comes on with Trg and
remains on during the time
Ta and while the input is set
to 1.
Parameter T
Please refer to the note on the T parameter in
Section 4.3.2.
Timing diagram
The bold part of the timing diagram
Trg appears in the interval time–delay
relay symbol.
Q
Ta starts T has not expired completely
When the input Trg switches to the state 1, the output Q
immediately switches to the state 1. At the same time, the
elapsed time Ta starts running; the output remains set.
If Ta reaches the value specified by means of T (Ta=T), the
output Q is reset to 0 (pulse output).
If the state at the input Trg switches back from 1 to 0 before
the specified time has elapsed, the output also immediately
switches back from 1 to 0.
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4.4.8 Edge–Triggered Interval Time–Delay Relay
Brief description
An input signal produces a signal of a parameterizable
duration at the output (retriggerable).
IDEC
SmartRelay
Input Trg The input Trg (trigger) starts
the time for the
edge–triggered interval
time–delay relay
from 1 to 0).
Output Q Q switches on when Trg
does but remains on when
Trg switches off until the
Parameter T
Please refer to the note on the T parameter in
Section 4.3.2.
Timing diagram
Trg The bold part of the timing diagram
appears in the edge–triggered interval
Q time–delay relay symbol.
Ta starts T T
When the input Trg switches to the state 1, the output Q
immediately switches to the state 1. At the same time, the
time Ta starts running. If Ta reaches the time specified for T
(Ta=T), the output Q is reset to 0 (pulse output).
If the input Trg changes again from 0 to 1 before the set
time has elapsed (retriggering), the time Ta is reset and the
output remains on.
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4.4.9 Seven–Day Time Switch
Brief description
The output is controlled by a definable on/off date. Every
possible combination of weekdays is supported. Select the
active weekdays by hiding the inactive weekdays.
IDEC
SmartRelay
Parameters The No (cam) parameter is
No 1, No 2 used to set the on and off
No 3 times for each of the cams
of the seven–day time
switch. You specify the times
in terms of day and time.
Output Q Q switches on when the
parameterizable cam is
switched on.
Timing diagram (3 examples)
No 1 21 1 1 1 1 3 3
1 Q
Monday Wednesday Friday Sunday
Tuesday Thursday Saturday
No1: Daily: 06:30 hours to 08:00 hours

No2: Tuesday 03:10 hours to 04:15 hours
No3: Saturday and Sunday 16:30 hours to 23:10 hours
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Each seven–day time switch has three setting cams, each
of which can be used to configure a time window. You use
the cams to set the on and off times for the time windows.
At the on times, the seven–day time switch activates the
output if it is not already on.
At the off times, the seven–day time switch deactivates the
output if it is not already off. If you set an on time on one
cam that is the same as the off time on another cam on the
seven–day time switch, then the on and off times conflict.
In such cases, cam 3 has priority over cam 2 and cam 2
has priority over cam 1.
Parameter assignment window

The parameter assignment window for cam no. 1, for
example, is as follows:
Block B01 Cam No 1 Weekdays (daily)
See the section

B01:No1 ”Displaying/hiding parameters -
type of protection” on page53
D=MTWTFSS+
On =06:30
Off=08:00 Off time (08.00 hours)
Day of the week
The letters after “D=” have the following meanings:
• M : Monday (Monday)
• T : Tuesday (Tuesday)
• W : Wednesday (Wednesday)
• T : Thursday (Thursday)
• F : Friday (Friday)
• S : Saturday (Saturday)
• S : Sunday (Sunday)
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An uppercase letter means the weekday has been

selected. A ”-” means the weekday has not been selected.
Switching times
You can set any time between 00:00 and 23:59.
- -:- - means no switching on or off.
Setting the seven–day time switch
To enter the switching times, proceed as follows:
1. Position the cursor on one of the time switch’s cam (No)
parameters (e.g. No1).
2. Press OK. IDEC SmartRelay opens the parameter
assignment window for the cam. The cursor is
positioned on the day of the week.
3. Use the and keys to select one or more days of the
week.
4. Use the key to move the cursor to the first position for
the on time.
5. Set the on time.
Use the and keys to change the value. To move the
cursor from one position to another, use the and
keys. You can only select the value - -:- - at the first digit
(- -:- - means no switching operation).
6. Use the key to move the cursor to the first position for
the off time.
7. Set the off time (same procedure as for step 5).
8. Conclude your input by pressing OK.
The cursor is positioned at parameter No 2 (cam 2).
You can now parameterize another cam.
Note
Please refer to the technical specifications in Section 4.3.2
for information regarding the accuracy of the time switch.
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Seven–day time switch: example

The output of the seven–day time switch is to be switched
on every day from 05:30 to 07:40. In addition, the output is
also to be switched on from 03:10 to 04:15 on Tuesday and
from 16:30 to 23:10 at the weekend.
Three cams are required for this.
Here is the parameter assignment window for cams 2 and

3 from the above timing diagram.
Cam 1
Cam 1 switches on the output of the seven–day time switch
every day from 05:30 to 07:40.
B01:No1
D=MTWTFSS+
On =05:30
Off=07:40
Cam 2
every Tuesday from 03:10 to 04:15.
B01:No2
D=-T-----+
On =03:10
Off=04:15
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Cam 3
every Saturday and Sunday from 16:30 to 23:10.
B01:No3
D=-----SS+
On =16:30
Off=23:10
Result
No 1 21 1 1 1 3 1 3
Q
Monday Wednesday Friday Sunday
Tuesday Thursday Saturday
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4.4.10Twelve–Month Time Switch

Brief description
The output is controlled by a definable on/off date.
IDEC
SmartRelay
Input No Use the No parameter to set
the on and off times for the
cam of the twelve–month
time switch.

parameterizable cam is
switched on.
Timing diagram
Feb Mar Apr
. . .
MM.DD+ On
On=02.20 Off
Off=04.03
February 20 April 3
At the on time, the twelve–month time switch switches the
output on and at the off time, it switches the output off. The
off date indicates the date on which the output is reset to 0.
The first value indicates the month, the second value
indicates the day.
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Parameterization example
The output of a IDEC SmartRelay has to be switched on
every year on March 1 and switched off on April 4,
switched on again on July 7 and switched off on November
19. For this you require 2 twelve–month time switches each
of which is configured for one of the on periods. The
outputs are then linked by an OR block.
On
B01:No B02:No B01 B02
MM.DD MM.DD
On=03.01 On=07.07 1 March 7 July
Off=04.04 Off=11.19 4 April 19 November
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4.4.11 Up/Down Counter
Brief description
On receipt of an input pulse, an internal counter starts
counting either up or down, depending on the parameters.
When the definable count value is reached, the output is
set. The direction of the count is set by a separate input.
IDEC
SmartRelay
Input R The R input can be used to
reset the internal count value
and the output to zero.
Input Cnt The counter counts the
changes from state 0 to
state 1 at the Cnt input.
Changes from state 1 to
state 0 are not counted.
Maximum count frequency at
the input connectors: 5 Hz
Input Dir The Dir input allows you to
specify the counting
direction as follows:
Dir = 0: count up
Dir = 1: count down
Parameter Par Lim is the count threshold
value; when the internal
counter reaches that value,
the output is set.
Rem activates retentivity
count value is reached.
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Timing diagram
R
Cnt
Dir
Par Internal
count value
0 Cnt
At each positive signal edge at the input, Cnt either
increases the internal counter value by one (Dir = 0) or
decreases it by one (Dir = 1).
If the internal counter value is greater than or equal to the
value specified for Par, the output Q is set to 1.
The Reset input R can be used to reset the internal counter
value and the output to ’000000’. As long as R=1, the
output remains set to 0 and the pulses at the input Cnt are
not counted.
Par parameter setting
Count value
B03:Par See the section ”Displaying/hiding
Lim= parameters - type of protection” on
page53
000100+
Rem=off Retentivity
If the internal counter value is greater than or equal to Par,
output Q is set. The counter remains the same in the case
of under or overflow.
Lim can be anything between 0 and 999999.
Rem: This parameter switches the retentive feature of the
internal Cnt counter on and off.
off = No retentive feature
on = The Cnt counter can be stored retentively
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If the retentive feature is switched on, when a power failure

occurs the counter status remains the same and this value
is used once power is restored.
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4.4.12 Operating Hours Counter
Brief description
When the input is set, a definable timed period starts
running. The output is set when the defined period has
elapsed.
IDEC
SmartRelay
Input R R = 0:Hours can be counted
if Ral is not 1
Ral = 1:The counter is
stopped
The input R resets the
output. The remaining period
of the service interval MN is
set to MN = MI. The
previously elapsed time
remains stored.
Input En En is the monitoring input.
IDEC SmartRelay measures
the length of time in which
this input is set.
Input Ral Ral = 0: Hours can only be
counted if R is not 1
Ral = 1:The counter is
stopped
The input Ral (Reset all)
resets the counter and the
output, i.e.
• Output Q = 0,
• Recorded operating time
OT = 0
• Remaining period of
service interval MN = MI.
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IDEC
SmartRelay
Parameter Par: MI: specified service interval
MI in hours.
MI can be any number of
hours in the range 0 to 9999.
Output Q If the remaining time MN = 0
(see timing diagram), the
output is set.
MI = parameterized count value
MN= remaining time
OT = total time elapsed since the last 1 signal at the Ral input
Timing diagram
R
En
Ral
MN=MI Par:
MI=5h
MN=0
1h x x-R=1h
OT
R
The counter stops counting as long as R or Ral is set
MI = Defined time period

MN= Remaining time
OT= Total elapsed time since last 1 signal at the input Ral
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The operating hours counter monitors the input En. As long
as the signal 1 is present at that input, IDEC SmartRelay
monitors the elapsed time and the remaining period MN.
IDEC SmartRelay displays those times in parameterization
mode. When the remaining period MN reaches 0, the
output Q is set to 1.
The input R resets the output Q and the timer for the
remaining period to the specified period MI. The internal
counter OT continues to run.
The Ral input resets the output Q and the counter for the
remaining time to the specified value MI. The internal
counter OT also is reset to 0.
You can look at the current values for MN and OT during
program execution in parameterization mode.
Limit value for OT
When you reset the hours counter with the signal R, the
accumulated time remains stored in OT. The maximum
limit for the counter OT is 99999 hours.
If the hours counter reaches that figure, no more hours are
recorded.
B03:Par Monitoring interval in hours
MI = 0000h+ Degree of
protection
MI is the parameterizable time interval. It can be anything

between 0 and 9999.
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4.4.13 Symmetrical Clock Pulse Generator
Brief description
A clock pulse with a definable period length determines the
output.
IDEC
SmartRelay
Input En The En input switches the
clock pulse generator on and
off.
Parameter T T is the time for which the
output is switched on or off.
Output Q Q switches on and off
cyclically in time with the
pulse period T.
Parameter T
the values.
Timing diagram
Q T T
T T
The bold part of the timing diagram appears in the symmetrical
clock pulse generator symbol.
The parameter T specifies the length of the on and off
periods. Use the En (enable) input to switch the clock pulse
generator on. The pulse generator sets the output to 1 for
the time T, then to 0 for the time T and so on until the En
input is a 0.
Note on the relay outputs:
Relay outputs that switch under load get worn a little with
each switching operation. To find out how many switching
operations a IDEC SmartRelay output can execute, refer to
Chapter A on Technical Specifications.
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4.4.14 Asynchronous Pulse Generator
Brief description
The pulse form of the output can be modified by means of
the definable pulse duration/interpulse period ratio.
IDEC
SmartRelay
Input En The En input switches the
asynchronous pulse
generator on and off.
INV input The input INV inverts the
output signal of the
asynchronous clock pulse
generator when active.
Parameter Par You can set the pulse
duration TH and the
interpulse period TL.
Output Q Q switches on and off
cyclically with the times TH
and TL.
Timing diagram
En
Inv
Q
TH TL TH TL TH TH TL
You can set the pulse duration and interpulse period using
the parameters TH (Time High) and TL (Time Low). Both
parameters have the same time base; they cannot be set
individually to different bases.
The INV input allows the output to be inverted. The input
INV only negates the output if the block is activated by EN.
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4.4.15 Random Generator
Brief description
In the case of the random generator, the output is switched
on and off again within a parameterizable time period.
IDEC
SmartRelay
Input En A rising edge (change from 0
to 1) at the En (enable) input
starts the on delay time of
the random generator.
A falling edge (change from
1 to 0) starts the off delay
time of the random
generator.
Parameter Par The on delay time is set
randomly between 0 s and
T H.
The off delay time is set
randomly between 0 s and
T L.
TL must have the same
time base as TH.
Output Q Q switches on after the on
delay time has elapsed, if
Trg is still set, and switches
off after the off delay time
has elapsed if Trg has not
been set again in the interim.
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Note the default values for the parameters TH and TL in
Section 4.3.2.
Timing diagram
En The bold part of the

timing diagram appears
Q in the on/off delay
symbol.
T starts
TH TL
If the state at the input En changes from 0 to 1, a random
time (on delay time) between 0 s and TH is defined and
started. If the state at the input En remains at 1 at least for
the duration of the on delay time, the output is set to 1 after
the on delay time has elapsed.
If the state at the input En switches back to 0 before the on
delay time has elapsed, the timer is reset.
If the state at the input En changes again to 0, a random
time (off delay time) between 0 s and TL is defined and
started.
If the state at the input En remains at 0 at least for the
duration of the off delay time, the output is set to 0 after the
off delay time has elapsed.
If the state at the input En switches back to 1 before the off
delay time has elapsed, the timer is reset.
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4.4.16 Frequency Trigger
Brief description
The output is switched on or off depending on whether the
frequency at the input is between two definable limits.
IDEC
SmartRelay
Input Cnt At the Cnt input apply the
Fre
input that supplies the
Par pulses to be counted.
Use
• Inputs I5/I6 for rapid
counts (not FL1A-
H10RCA, FL1A-B10RCA,
FL1A-H10RCB and FL1A-
B10RCB):
max. 1 kHz.
• Any other input or circuit
component for lower
frequencies.
Parameter Par: SW : on threshold
SW , SW SW : off threshold
G_T G_T : time period over which
the signal pulses applied are
counted.
Output Q Q switches on or off
depending on SW and SW .
Timing diagram
G_T
SW = 9
fre SW = 5
fa = 6 fa = 10 fa = 8 fa = 5
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The trigger measures the signals at the Cnt input. The
pulses received are recorded over a parameterizable
period G_T. If the frequency of the pulses received in the
period G_T is greater than the on and the off thresholds,
the output Q switches on.
Q switches off again if the measured pulse frequency
reaches or falls below the off threshold.
On threshold
B03:Par
SW =0050+ Degree of
protection
SW =0048 Off threshold
G_T:01:00s Time interval for pulses
SW is the on threshold. It can be any frequency in the

range 0000 to 9999.
SW is the off threshold. It can be any frequency in the
range 0000 to 9999.
G_T is the time interval in which the pulses applied to Cnt
are measured. G_T can be a period between 00.05 s and
99.95 s.
Note
If you specify the time G_T as 1 second, IDEC SmartRelay
returns the current frequency (in Hz) in the fa parameter.
fa is always the sum of the pulses measured per time unit G_T.
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4.4.17 Analog Trigger
Brief description
The output is switched on, if the analog value exceeds a
parameterizable on threshold. The output is switched off if
the analog value falls below the parameterizable off
threshold (hysteresis).
IDEC
SmartRelay
Input Ax At the output Ax, apply the
analog signal to be
evaluated.
Use the connectors I7 (AI1)
or I8 (AI2).
0-10 V corresponds to
0-1000 (internal value).
Parameter Par: : Gain in %
, , SW , Value range 0..1000 %
SW : Offset
Value range ±999
SW : on threshold
Value range -9990 to
19990
SW : off threshold
Value range -9990 to
19990
Output Q Q is set or reset depending
on the threshold values.
Gain and Offset parameters

Refer to the information in Section 4.3.6 on the Gain and
Offset parameters.
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Timing diagram
1000
SW
SW
Ax 0
The function reads in the analog value AI1 or AI2.
The Offset parameter is then added to the analog value.
This value is then multiplied by the Gain parameter.
If this value exceeds the on threshold (SW ), the output Q
is set to 1.
Q is reset to 0 again if the value violates the off threshold
(SW ).
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The Gain and Offset parameters are used to adapt the
sensors used to the relevant application.
Parameter assignment
B03:Par
SW =+00000 On threshold
Off threshold
SW =+00000 Gain in %
=0050+ Degree of protection
Press key
SW =+00000
SW =+00000
=0050+
=+200 Offset
Display in PARAM mode (example):
B02:Par
SW =+400
SW =+200
Ax =+20
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4.4.18 Analog Comparator
Brief description
The output is switched on if the difference between Ax and
Ay exceeds the set threshold value.
IDEC
SmartRelay
Inputs Ax and At the Ax and Ay inputs,
Ay apply the analog signals
whose difference is to be
evaluated.
Use the connectors I7 (AI1)
and I8 (AI2).
Parameter Par: : Gain in %
, , Value range 0..1000 %
: Offset
Value range ±999
: Threshold value
Output Q Q is set to 1 if the difference
between Ax and Ay exceeds
the threshold value.
Gain and Offset parameters

Refer to the information in Section 4.3.6 on the Gain and
Offset parameters.
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Timing diagram
1000
Ax 0
1000
Ay 0
1000
>200
Ax-Ay 0
-200
Q
For Ax - Ay > 200
The analog comparator function carries out the following
arithmetic operations:
1. The value parameterized for Offset is added to Ax and
Ay.
2. Ax and Ay are multiplied by the Gain parameter.
3. The function produces the difference between the
analog values Ax and Ay.
If this value exceeds the threshold value parameterized
under , the output Q is set to 1.
Otherwise, Q is reset to 0.
Rule for calculation
Q = 1 when:
[(Ax + offset) • gain] - [(Ay + offset) •gain] > threshold value
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The Gain and Offset parameters are used to adapt the
sensors used to the relevant application.
B03:Par Threshold value
=00000 Gain in %
=0050+ Degree of protection
=+200 Offset
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Example
To control a heating system, the flow temperature Tv (via a
sensor at AI1) and the return temperature Tr (via a sensor
at AI2) are to be compared with each other.
If the return temperature differs by more than 15 oC from
the flow temperature, a switching operation is to be
triggered (e.g. burner on).
The real temperatures are to be displayed in PARAM
mode.
Temperature sensors with the following technical
specifications are available: -30 to +70 oC, 0 to 10V DC.
Application Internal Representation
o
-30 to +70 C = 0 to 10V DC 0 to 1000
0 oC 300
Offset = -300
Value range: 1000
-30 to +70 oC = 100 Gain = 100/1000
= 0.1 = 10 %
Switching threshold = 15 oC Threshold value = 15
Parameter assignment
B03:Par
=00015
=0010+
=-300
Display in PARAM mode (examples):
B03:Par B03:Par
= 20 = 30
Ax = 10 Ax = 10
Ay = 30 Ay =- 20
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4.4.19 Stairwell Light Switch
Brief description
Following an input pulse (edge–controlled), a
parameterizable timed period starts. The output is reset
when the defined period has elapsed. 15 seconds before
the time has elapsed, an off warning is issued.
IDEC
SmartRelay
Input Trg Use the Trg (trigger) input to
start the time for the stairwell
light switch (off delay).

state changes from 1 to 0).
Minutes are set as the default
time base.
Output Q Q is switched off when the time
T has elapsed. 15 s before the
time has elapsed, the output
switches to 0 for 1 s.
Parameter T
the values.
Timing diagram
Trg
T a starts T
Warning duration 1s
15s
Warning time
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If the state of the input Trg changes from 1 to 0, the current
time Ta starts and the output Q is set to 1.
15 s before Ta reaches the time T, the output Q is set to 0
for 1 s.
If the time Ta reaches the time T, the output Q is reset to 0.
Another switch at the input Trg during Ta resets Ta (retrigger
option).
Changing the time base
You can also set other values for the warning time and
warning duration .
Time Base T Warning Time Warning

Duration
Seconds* 750 ms 50 ms
Minutes 15 s 1s
Hours 15 min 1 min
*Only relevant for programs with a cycle time of < 25 ms
See also ”Determining the Cycle Time” in Appendix C.
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4.4.20 Dual–Function Switch
Brief description
Switch with 2 different functions:
• Current impulse switch with off delay
• Switch (permanent light)
IDEC
SmartRelay
Input Trg Switches on the output Q via
the Trg (trigger) input (off
delay or permanent light).
When the output Q is
switched on, it can be reset
with Trg.
Parameter Par TH is the time after which the
state changes from 1 to 0).
TL is the length of time that
has to be set for the input to
activate the permanent light
function.
Output Q The output Q switches on
with Trg and switches off
again after a
parameterizable time,
depending on the length of
the pulse to Trg, or it is reset
after Trg is activated again.
the values.
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Timing diagram
Trig
TL
Q
Ta starts TH
If the state of the input Trg changes from 0 to 1, the current
time Ta starts and the output Q is set to 1.
If the time Ta reaches the time TH, the output Q is reset to 0.
If the state 0 changes to 1 at the input Trg, and 1 remains
set at least for the time TL, the permanent light function is
activated and the output Q is switched on permanently.
If the input Trg is switched again, TH is reset and the output
Q is switched off.
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4.4.21 Message Texts
Brief description
Display of a parameterized message text during RUN.

IDEC
SmartRelay
Input En A change in the state from 0
to 1 at the En (Enable) input
starts the output of the
message text.
Parameter P P is the priority of the
message text.
Parameter Par Par is the text for the
message output.
Output Q Q has the same state as the
input En.
Limitation
A maximum of 5 message text functions are possible.
If the state at the input changes from 0 to 1, the message
text you have parameterized is displayed in RUN mode.
If the state at the input changes from 1 to 0, the message
text is not displayed.
If several message text functions have been triggered with
En=1, the message with the highest priority is displayed.
If you press the key, the low–priority messages are
displayed as well.
You can switch between the standard display and the
message text display using the keys and .
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Example
A message could be displayed as follows, for example:
En=1
Motor 2 I:123456
3000
Hours Su 23:40
Maintenance Q:1234
Parameter assignment window
To parameterize the priority,
proceed as follows (parameter assignment window for P):
B03:P
Priority 1
To parameterize the message text,

proceed as follows (parameter assignment window for Par):
..
..
..
..
Use the key to select a line that is to contain a message
text.
Press the OK key to switch to edit mode for this line.
Use the and keys to select the letter to be displayed.
To move the cursor from one position to another, use the
and .keys.
Press OK to apply the changes or ESC to exit edit mode.
To output a parameter (e.g. display a measurement or
function value) as a message text in a line, select this line
with the key and press the key:
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P ar
..
..
..
Press the OK key to switch to edit mode.
B01:T
Use the and keys to select between the blocks to be

displayed and the corresponding parameters.
Use the and keys to select the block or the parameter
to be displayed.
To select the parameter, press OK.
Press the ESC key to exit parameter assignment mode.
Your changes are applied.
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5 Parameterizing IDEC SmartRelay
Parameterization sets the parameters of the blocks. You
can set the delay times for time functions, the switching
times for time switches, the threshold value of a counter,
the monitoring interval of an operating hours counter and
the on and off thresholds of the threshold switch.
You can set the parameters:
• In programming mode
• In parameterization mode
In parameterization mode the programmer sets a value for
a parameter.
We introduced parameterization mode so parameters can
be changed without having to change the program. A user
can change the times without having to change into
programming mode. The advantage of this is that the
program (and thus the circuit) is protected but can still be
modified by the user to suit requirements.
Note
IDEC SmartRelay continues to execute the program in
parameterization mode.
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Parameterizing IDEC SmartRelay
5.1 Switching to Parameterization Mode

To switch to parameterization mode, press ESC and OK at
the same time:
I:123456
Mo 09:00
ESC OK
Q:1234
IDEC SmartRelay switches to parameterization mode and
displays the parameterization menu:
>Set Clock
Set Param
The ‘Set Clock’ menu item is executed only if your version

of IDEC SmartRelay has a clock/time switch (those
versions of IDEC SmartRelay that have a clock have the
letter C in their name e. g. FL1A-H10RCB). Set Clock
allows you to set IDEC SmartRelay’s time switch.
5.1.1 Parameters
The following can be parameters:
• The delay times of a time relay.
• The switching times (cams) of a time switch.
• The threshold value of a counter.
• The monitoring time of an operating hours counter.
• The switching thresholds of a threshold switch.
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The block number and the parameter abbreviation identify
each parameter. Examples:
B01:T
Block number Parameter abbreviation

• T: ...is a time that can be set.
• No1: ...is the first cam of a time switch (clock).
• Par: ...refers to several counters that can be monitored.
5.1.2 Selecting a Parameter
To select a parameter, proceed as follows:
1. Select the ‘Set Param’ option from the parameterization
menu.
Set Clock
>Set Param
2. Press the OK key

IDEC SmartRelay displays the first parameter. If
parameters cannot be set, you can use ESC to return to
the parameterization menu.
B01:T Parameter
T = 12:00m Value set for the parameter
Ta =00:00m
Current time in IDEC SmartRelay
No parameter can be changed:

ESC returns you to the parameterization menu
No Param
Press ESC
3. Select the desired parameter:
or
The parameter displays in a separate window.
4. To change a parameter, select it and press OK.
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5.1.3 Changing a Parameter

To change a parameter, you first have to select it (see
“Selecting a parameter”).
Change the value of the parameter in the same way you
entered it in programming mode:
1. Move the cursor to the point at which you want to make
the change:
or
2. Change the value:
or
3. Accept the value:
OK
B01:T
T = 01:00m
To move: or
Ta= 00:00m Finished: OK

To change value: or
You cannot change the unit of the delay time for the
parameter T in parameterization mode. This is only
possible in programming mode.
Current value of a time T
If you view a time T in parameterization mode, it looks like
this:
B01:T
T = 12:00m Time T set
Ta = 00:00m Current time Ta
You can change the set time T (see “Changing a

parameter”).
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Current value of the time switch

If you view a cam of a time switch in parameterization
mode, it looks like this:
The circuit state of the time switch

B02:No1 1 is displayed:
Day = Su The time switch is off (state
On = 09:00 0 ’0’ at the output)
Off= 10:00 1
The time switch is on (state
’1’ at the output)
IDEC SmartRelay displays the circuit state of the time
switch rather than the circuit state of a cam. The circuit
state of the time switch depends on all three cams (No1,
No 2 and No 3).
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Current value of a counter

If you view the parameter of a counter in parameterization
mode, it looks like this:
B03:Par
Switching threshold
Lim=000300
Current count value
Cnt=000028
Current value of an operating hours counter
If you view the parameters of an operating hours counter in
parameterization mode, it looks like this:
B05:Par
MI = 0100h Monitoring time
MN = 0017h Remaining time
OT =00083h Operating hours elapsed
Current value of a threshold switch

If you view the parameter of a threshold switch in
parameterization mode, it looks like this:
B06:Par
SW On threshold
SW =0048 Off threshold
fa =0012 Measured value
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5.2 Setting the Time (FL1A- ... C…)

You can set the time:
• In parameterization mode
• In programming mode
Setting the time in parameterization mode:
1. Switch to parameterization mode:
ESC and OK at the same time
2. Select ’Set Clock’ and press OK.
Set Clock
_Mo 14:26 The cursor is
positioned before the
MM.DD.YY day of the week.
06.14.99
3. Select the day of the week:
or
4. Move the cursor to the next position:
or
5. Change the value:
or
6. Set the clock to the correct time. Repeat steps 4 and 5.
7. Conclude your input:
OK
Setting the time in programming mode:
1. Switch to programming mode:
2. Select ’Program’ and press OK
3. Select (using or ) ’Set Clock’ and press OK
Now you can set the day of the week and the time, as
described above (as of step 3.).
5-7
Switching between summer and winter time:

IDEC SmartRelay must be in RUN if you want to switch
over the time.
1. If necessary, exit programming or parameterization
mode and switch IDEC SmartRelay to RUN.
I:12345678
Mo 09:17 Time displayed

Q:1234
2. Press OK and
The current time is put forward by one hour.
I:12345678
Mo 10:17 Time displayed after

Q:1234 change
Change the time in the opposite direction in the same way:

3. Press OK and
The current time is put back by one hour.
I:12345678
Mo 09:17 Time displayed after

Q:1234 change
5-8
6 IDEC SmartRelay Memory
Cartridge
You can keep only one program stored in IDEC
SmartRelay. If you want to change the program or write
another program without deleting the first one, you must
archive it somewhere. You must archive it to a memory
cartridge.
You can copy the program stored in IDEC SmartRelay to a
memory cartridge. You can insert the memory cartridge in a
different IDEC SmartRelay and copy the program to the
other IDEC SmartRelay. You can use the memory cartridge
to do the following:
• Archive programs
• Duplicate programs
• Send programs by ground mail
• Write and test programs in the office and then transfer
them to a different IDEC SmartRelay in the cabinet.
IDEC SmartRelay is supplied with a cover. You must order
the memory cartridge separately.
Note
You do not require a memory cartridge for permanently
storing the program in your IDEC SmartRelay.
The IDEC SmartRelay program is already stored
permanently when programming mode is finished.
Below you will find the two memory cartridges available for IDEC
SmartRelay. Both can accommodate the entire program memory of a
IDEC SmartRelay.
Memory Cartridge Type No.
Memory cartridge (Yellow) : for FL1A-PM1
copying
Memory cartridge (Red) : with FL1A-PM2
know–how protection and copy
protection
6-1
IDEC SmartRelay Program Module
Memory Cartridge (Yellow)
You can read and write programs with this memory
cartridge.
Memory Cartridge (Red)
You can only write programs with this memory cartridge.
Once a program has been stored, it cannot be looked at,
copied or changed (i.e. your data is protected).
Programs saved like this can only be run if the module
remains inserted in IDEC SmartRelay while the system is in
operation.
Warning
! Do not save your program on a memory cartridge
with program protection if you intend to edit it
further.
You can start up a program on a memory

cartridge with know-how protection but not read
it for the purpose of editing.
6.2 Removing and Inserting Program

Memory Cartridge
When you remove a red memory cartridge (know–how
protection and copy protection), always remember that the
program stored on the memory cartridge can only run if the
memory cartridge is inserted and remains inserted for the
entire time.
If the memory cartridge is removed, IDEC SmartRelay
displays the message ’no program’. Removing the red
memory cartridge during operation leads to impermissible
operating statuses.
Always heed the following warning:
6-2
Warning
! Do not put your finger or an object made of metal
or any other conductive material in the open
shaft of the memory cartridge.
The socket for the memory cartridge may be live

if L1 and N have been incorrectly wired.
Only a trained technician should change the

memory cartridge.
6-3
Removing the memory cartridge

Remove the memory cartridge as follows:
Carefully insert a screwdriver into the slot at the upper end

of the memory cartridge and ease the memory cartridge out
of the shaft a little.
You can now remove the memory cartridge.
Inserting the memory cartridge
The shaft for the memory cartridge is chamfered at the
lower right edge. The memory cartridge also has a
chamfered edge. This prevents you from inserting the
memory cartridge the wrong way around. Insert the
memory cartridge into the shaft until it engages.
6-4
6.3 Copying a Program from IDEC

SmartRelay to the Memory Cartridge
To copy a program to the memory cartridge, proceed as
follows:
1. Insert the memory cartridge into the shaft.
>Program..
PC/Card..
Start
3. Move the ’>’ to ”PC/Card”:
4. Press OK. The transfer menu appears.
>PC↔
→Card = IDEC
Card→ SmartRelay
5. Move the ’>’ to ’IDEC SmartRelay -> Card’:
6. Press OK.
IDEC SmartRelay copies the program to the memory

cartridge.
When IDEC SmartRelay has finished copying, it
automatically returns to the main menu:
Program..
>PC/Card..
Start
6-5
The program is now also on the memory cartridge. You can

now remove the memory cartridge: Don’t forget to replace
the cover.
If there is a power failure while IDEC SmartRelay is
copying, you have to copy the program again once the
power has been restored.
6.4 Copying from the Memory cartridge to

IDEC SmartRelay
If you have a memory cartridge containing your program,
you can copy the program to IDEC SmartRelay in two
ways:
• Automatically when IDEC SmartRelay starts up (power
on)
• Via IDEC SmartRelay’s PC/Card menu.
Note
Please note that not all programs stored on the memory
cartridges can be read in all IDEC SmartRelay variants.
If necessary, read Section 6.1 again.
Automatic copying when IDEC SmartRelay starts up

Proceed as follows:
1. Switch off the power supply to IDEC SmartRelay (power
down)
2. Remove the cover shaft.
3. Insert the memory cartridge into the appropriate shaft.
4. Switch on the power supply to IDEC SmartRelay again.
6-6
Result: IDEC SmartRelay copies the program from the
memory cartridge to IDEC SmartRelay. As soon as IDEC
SmartRelay has finished copying, IDEC SmartRelay
displays the main menu:
>Program..
PC/Card..
Start
Note
Before you switch IDEC SmartRelay to RUN, you must ensure
that the system you are controlling with IDEC SmartRelay does
not represent a source of danger.
1. Move the ’>’ to Start:

2 x key
2. Press OK
Using the PC/Card menu to copy
Read the note about changing the memory cartridge.
To copy a program from the memory cartridge to IDEC
SmartRelay, proceed as follows:
1. Insert the memory cartridge
>Program..
PC/Card..
Start
3. Move the ’>’ to ”PC/Card”:
6-7
4. Press OK. The transfer menu appears.
PC↔
→Card = IDEC
>Card→ SmartRelay
5. Move the ’>’ to ’Card -> IDEC SmartRelay:
key or
6. Press OK.
Result: IDEC SmartRelay copies the program from the
memory cartridge to IDEC SmartRelay As soon as IDEC
SmartRelay has finished copying, IDEC SmartRelay
automatically displays the main menu.
6-8
7 IDEC SmartRelay Software
The program WindLGC is available as a programming
package for the PC. The software has the following
functions:
• Offline program generation of your application
• Simulation of your circuit (or program) on the computer
• Generation and printing of a block diagram of the circuit
• Saving the program to the hard disk or another storage
medium
• Program transfer
- From IDEC SmartRelay to the PC
- From the PC to IDEC SmartRelay
The IDEC SmartRelay alternative
The IDEC SmartRelay programming software represents
an alternative to the conventional means of planning:
1. Develop your applications at your desk.
2. Simulate the application in your computer and test
whether or not it functions properly before the circuit is
actually put to use.
3. Print out the entire circuit in a block diagram or in
several block diagrams sorted according to outputs.
4. Archive your circuits in your PC file system. In this way
you can retrieve a circuit directly if you want to make
changes some time in the future.
5. Transfer the program to IDEC SmartRelay by pressing
just a few buttons. Your IDEC SmartRelay is retooled
within a very short space of time.
7-1
IDEC SmartRelay Software
7.1 Possible Applications for IDEC

SmartRelay Software
System requirements
The following requirements have to be met in order to run
WindLGC:
• IBM–compatible PC
• Pentium 90 or higher
(Pentium 133 recommended)
• 32 MB RAM
(64 MB RAM recommended)
• 90 MB of free hard disk space
• Microsoft Windows 95/98 or NT4.0
• SVGA graphics card, resolution 800x600, 256 colors
(1024x768 recommended)
• CD–ROM drive + mouse
Installation and operation
Before installation, read the product information
documentation and the text files on the CD–ROM.
To install the software, simply follow the instructions on the
installation program. To start the installation program,
proceed as follows (installation on CD–ROM should start
automatically):
1. Select and start SETUP.EXE
in Windows 95/98 and Windows NT 4.0 either by
choosing Start/Run and entering the line: [drive]:\Setup
or by clicking it in Windows Explorer.
2. Follow the instructions in the installation program.
If you have any questions, use the online software help
system.
The next steps
In the next step we will show you how to connect IDEC
SmartRelay to a PC. Omit this step if you currently have
only the software available.
7-2
7.2 Connecting IDEC SmartRelay to a PC

Connecting a PC Cable
To connect IDEC SmartRelay to a PC, you need the IDEC
SmartRelay PC Cable.
(Type No. FL1A-PC1).
Remove the cover or the Memory Cartridge on your IDEC
SmartRelay and connect the cable there. Connect the other
end of the cable to the serial port of your PC.
Switching IDEC SmartRelay to PC -> IDEC SmartRelay Mode
There are two ways to connect the PC and IDEC
SmartRelay. IDEC SmartRelay is either switched to
transfer mode when it is on or automatically when the IDEC
SmartRelay power supply is switched on and the transfer
cable is in place.
To switch IDEC SmartRelay to PC <-> IDEC SmartRelay
mode, proceed as follows:
Press , and OK at the same time
2. Select ’PC/Card’:
or
3. Press OK
4. Select ’PC <-> IDEC SmartRelay’:
or
5. Press OK
IDEC SmartRelay is now in PC <-> IDEC SmartRelay
mode and the following display appears:
PC ↔
STOP:
Press ESC
7-3
To switch IDEC SmartRelay automatically to PC <-> IDEC

SmartRelay mode, proceed as follows:
1. Switch off the power supply to IDEC SmartRelay.
2. Remove the cover or the Memory Cartridge and
connect the cable there.
3. Switch the power back on.
IDEC SmartRelay automatically goes into PC <-> IDEC
SmartRelay mode.
The PC can now access IDEC SmartRelay. Find out how to
do this on the online help system of the IDEC SmartRelay
software.
You can interrupt the connection to the PC using ESC on
IDEC SmartRelay.
7.3 Transfer Settings

To transfer programs between the PC and IDEC
SmartRelay, you must make certain settings in the IDEC
SmartRelay software. You can make these settings using
the menu of the software you are using.
WindLGC
• Specify which IDEC SmartRelay: WindLGC works out
which IDEC SmartRelay variant you will need to use the
written program.
• Options -> Interface: You can enter the serial port to
which IDEC SmartRelay is connected. You can also find
out the correct port automatically (the program checks
each port for a connected IDEC SmartRelay).
• Transfer: PC -> IDEC SmartRelay: Use this to transfer
a program you have created in WindLGC to IDEC
SmartRelay.
• Transfer: IDEC SmartRelay -> PC: Use this to transfer
a program you have created in IDEC SmartRelay to
WindLGC.
7-4
8 Applications
To give you an idea of the kind of situations in which you
can use IDEC SmartRelay, we have compiled a number of
application examples. We have included the circuit diagram
of the original solution for each example and compared it
with the solutions using IDEC SmartRelay.
You can find solutions for the following tasks:
8.1 Stairway or hall lighting 8-2
8.2 Automatic door 8-7
8.3 Ventilation system 8-14
8.4 Industrial gate 8-19
8.5 Fluorescent lights 8-23
8.6 Water pump 8-27
8.7 Further applications 8-31
Note
The IDEC SmartRelay applications are provided free of
charge to our customers. The examples they contain are
not binding and are included to provide general
information on how IDEC SmartRelay can be used.
Customer-specific solutions may be different.
The user is responsible for ensuring that the system

operates properly. It must comply with any and all
applicable local standards and system-related installation
regulations.
Errors are excepted and the right to make changes

reserved.
8-1
Applications
8.1 Stairwell or Hall Lighting
8.1.1 Demands on Stairwell Lighting

The basic requirements for a stairwell lighting system in an
apartment block are as follows:
• When someone is using the stairs, the stairwell lights
should be on.
• If no one is in the stairwell, the lights should go out in
order to save energy.
8.1.2 Previous Solution

Conventionally, there have been two ways to control such a
lighting system as follows:
• By means of a current impulse relay
• By means of automatic stairway lighting
The wiring for the two lighting systems is identical.
Lights
Distribution box
Distribution by
means of current
impulse relay Switches
or
automatic
stairway lighting
Components used
• Switches
• Automatic lighting device or current impulse relay
8-2
Applications
Lighting system with a current impulse relay

When a current impulse relay is used, the lighting system
behaves as follows:
• When any switch is pressed: the lighting is switched on
• When any switch is pressed again: the lighting is
switched off
Disadvantage: people frequently forget to switch the lights
off.
Lighting system with an automatic lighting device
When an automatic device is used, the lighting system
behaves as follows:
• When any switch is pressed: the lighting is switched on
• When the preset time has elapsed, the lights switch off
automatically.
Disadvantage: The lighting cannot be switched on for an
extended period of time (e.g. for cleaning purposes). The
permanent on switch is usually on the stairwell lighting
timer unit which may be difficult or impossible to access.
8.1.3 Lighting System with IDEC SmartRelay

You can use a IDEC SmartRelay module to replace the
stairwell lighting timer or the current impulse relay. And you
can implement both functions (timed off delay and current
impulse relay) in a single unit. What is more, you can
incorporate extra functions without making any alterations
to the wiring. Here are some examples:
• Current impulse relay with IDEC SmartRelay
• Automatic stairway lighting system with IDEC
SmartRelay
• IDEC SmartRelay as a multifunctional switching system
with the following functions:
- Light on: Press switch
(Light switches off after the set time elapses)
- Permanent light on: Press switch twice
- Light off: Press switch for 2 seconds
8-3
Applications
Wiring of the lighting system with FL1A-H10RCB
Lights
N
L
PE
L1 N I1 I2 I3 I4 I5 I6
idec
idecSmartRelay
Switches
SmartRelay
Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4
The external wiring for the lighting system using a IDEC

SmartRelay module is no different from the conventional
method of wiring a corridor or stairwell lighting system.
Only the automatic lighting timer/current impulse relay is
replaced. Additional functions are entered directly in IDEC
SmartRelay.
Current impulse relay with IDEC SmartRelay
Switch: I1
x Q1
Lights
In the event of a gate pulse at input I1, output Q1 switches
over.
Automatic stairway lighting system with IDEC SmartRelay
Switch: I1
T Q1
06:00m Lights
In the event of a gate pulse at input I1, output Q1 switches
on and remains on for 6 minutes.
8-4
Applications
Multifunctional switch with IDEC SmartRelay

Switch light on
I1 Off delay
Switch light off On delay ≥1
I1 x
T Q1
I1 02.00 s T
06:00m
lo
Switch permanent
light on
I1 & &
x T x
02.00 s Latching relay
Current impulse relay
Q1
The diagram shows the circuit for an input with an

associated output.
This switch has the following options:
• When the switch is pressed: The light is switched on
and goes off again after the set time of 6 minutes
(T=06:00m) has elapsed (off delay)
• When the switch is pressed twice: The light is
switched on permanently (the latching relay is set via
the current impulse relay).
• When the switch is pressed for 2 seconds: The light
is switched off (on delay switches off both the
permanent light and the normal light; this branch of the
circuit is used twice).
You can enter these circuits several times for the remaining
inputs and outputs. Instead of using 4 automatic stairway
lighting systems or 4 current impulse relays, you thus use
only a single IDEC SmartRelay. You could also use the
free inputs and outputs for completely different functions.
8-5
Applications
8.1.4 Special Features and Enhancement Options

Features such as the following are available for adding
functions or saving energy:
• You can have the light flash before it goes off
automatically.
• You can integrate various central functions:
- Central off
- Central on (panic button)
- Control of all lights or individual circuits by a daylight
control switch
- Control by the integrated time switch
(e.g. permanent light only until 24.00 hours; no
enabling at certain times)
- Automatic switching off of the permanent light after a
preset time has elapsed (e.g. after 3 hours)
8-6
Applications
8.2 Automatic Door

You often find automatic door control systems at the
entrance to supermarkets, public buildings, banks,
hospitals, etc.
8.2.1 Demands on an Automatic Door

• When somebody approaches, the door must open
automatically.
• The door must remain open until there is nobody in the
doorway anymore.
• If there is nobody in the doorway, it must close
automatically after a short time.
Motion detector
Outside B1
S1 Limit switch S2 Limit switch

closed open
Inside B2 Q1 Main switch

Motion detector
Motion detector
Main switch
A motor with a safety clutch generally drives the door. This

prevents people from being caught or injured in the door.
The control system is connected to the mains via a main
switch.
8-7
Applications
Auxiliary circuit
L1
S2
K3 K3 B1 B2 K3 K
S2 S1 K4 B
K2 K1 B
K2 K3 K4
N
Open Close Open door W
As soon as one of the motion detectors B1 or B2 registers

somebody’s presence, the door is opened by K3.
If the two motion detectors detect nothing for a minimum
period, K4 enables the close operation.
8.2.3 Door Control System with IDEC SmartRelay

IDEC SmartRelay allows you to considerably simplify the
circuit. You need only connect the motion detectors, the limit
switches and the master contactors to IDEC SmartRelay.
8-8
Applications
Wiring of the door control system with FL1A-H10RCB
L1
B1 B2 S1
N I1 I2 I3 I4 I6
Idec SmartRelay
Q1 Q2 Q3 Q
K1 K2
N
Open Close
Components used
• K1 Master contactor Open
• K2 Master contactor Close
• S1 (NC contact) Limit switch Closed
• S2 (NC contact) Limit switch Open
• B1 (NO contact) Infrared motion detector Outside
• B2 (NO contact) Infrared motion detector Inside
8-9
Applications
Diagram of the door control system with IDEC SmartRelay
1
I1 Q2 &
I2 R I4 Q1
x S Open
1 &
I4 1
x T=
4s &
I3 Q2
1 Close
Q1
This is the functional block diagram that corresponds to the

circuit diagram of the conventional solution.
You can simplify this circuit using IDEC SmartRelay’s
functions. Use the off delay to replace the latching relay
and on delay. The following function block diagram
illustrates this simplification:
Motion 1
detector I1 Q2 &
I2 Q1
x x Open
10 s
Limit switch
Door open I4
1
& Q2
Limit switch I3
Door closed
Close
1
Q1
8-10
Applications

Functionality and user friendliness can be improved in the
following ways:
• You can connect an additional control switch: Open -
Automatic - Closed (O–A–C)
• You can connect a buzzer to one of IDEC SmartRelay’s
outputs to indicate when the door is about to close.
• You can include time and direction–dependent enabling
of door opening (so that it only opens operating hours or
only from the inside to the outside after closing time).
8.2.5 Enhanced FL1A-H10RCB Solution
Wiring of the enhanced IDEC SmartRelay solution
L1
O–A–G
B1 B2 S1 S2 S3
L1 N I1 I2 I3 I4 I5 I6
Idec SmartRelay
Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4
K1 K2 H1
N
Open Close Buzzer
8-11
Applications
Functional block diagram of the enhanced IDEC SmartRelay

solution
No1: Detecting motion
Day= Mo..Fr
On = 09:00
1
OffI1
=18:00 Q2 &
I2
No2:
R I4 Q1
x Sa
Day= S Open
On = 08:00
Off =13:00 1 & x
I4 I1 x 1
x MotionT=
detector B1
x
No1:
Day= Mo..Fr
4s T= 10 s &
I3 Q2
On = 09:00
Off =19:00
No2:
Day= Sa
1 Close
x Q1
On = 08:00
Off =14:00
I2
Motion detector B2 1
I1 Q2 &
I2 for opening
Motor
R I4 Q1
x S Open
1 &
I4 1
x T=
Close output Q2
4s &
I3 x Q1 Q2
Open
Limit switch
Door open I4
1 Close
Control switch
I5
Q1
Door open
Motor for closing
Limit switch I3
Door closed
x Q2
Open output Q1 Close
Motion detector B1 I1
Motion detector B2 I2
Control switch I6
Close door
8-12
Applications
Detecting motion
During business hours, motion detector B1 opens the door
as soon as somebody wants to enter the shop from
outside. Motion detector B2 opens the door if somebody
wants to leave the shop.
After closing time, motion detector B2 continues to open
the door for 1 hour so customers can leave the shop.
Motor for opening
Output Q1 is switched on and opens the door when the
following occurs:
• The control switch at 15 is operated (the door is to be
constantly open) or
• The motion detectors indicate that somebody is
approaching the door and
• The door is not yet fully open (limit switch at I4).
Motor for closing
Output Q2 is switched on and closes the door when the
following occurs:
• The control switch at 16 is operated (the door is to be
constantly closed) or
• The motion detectors indicate that there is nobody near
the door and
• The door is not yet fully closed (limit switch at I3).
Buzzer
Connect the buzzer to output Q3. The buzzer sounds for a
short time (in this case 1 second) when the door is closed.
Enter the following circuit at Q3 in the block diagram:
Q2
Close
output
x Q3
Buzzer
T= 1 s
8-13
Applications
8.3 Ventilation System
8.3.1 Demands on a Ventilation System

The purpose of a ventilation system is either to bring fresh
air into a room or to extract stale air from a room. Consider
the following example:
Fresh-air fan
Flow sensor
Flow sensor
Extractor fan
• The room contains an extractor fan and a fresh–air fan.

• Both fans are monitored by a flow sensor.
• The pressure in the room must not be allowed to rise
above atmospheric pressure.
• The fresh-air fan must only switch on when the extractor
fan is triggered by the flow sensor.
• A warning lamp indicates if one of the fans fails.
The circuit diagram for the previous solution is as follows:
Auxiliary circuit
L1
S0
S1 K1
K2 K
K5
K5 S2
S2 v> S3 v>
K2 K3 K4 H1 K5 H
N
Stale air Fresh air Operation F
8-14
Applications
Flow sensors monitor the fans. If, after a short delay, no

airflow is registered, the system is switched off and a fault
reported. Acknowledge this by pressing the stop switch.
Monitoring the fans requires an analyzer circuit with several
switching devices in addition to the flow sensors. A single
IDEC SmartRelay module can replace the analyzer circuit.
Wiring of the ventilation system with FL1A-H10RCB
L1
S0 S2 S3
L1 N I1 I2 I3 I4 I5 I6
Idec SmartRelay
K1 K2 H1 H2
Exhaust fan Fresh–air fan
Components used
• K1 Master contactor
• S0 (NC contact) Stop switch
• S1 (NO contact) Start switch
• S2 (NO contact) Flow sensor
• S3 (NO contact) Flow sensor
• H1 Indicator lamp
• H2 Indicator lamp
8-15
Applications
Block diagram of the IDEC SmartRelay solution

The block diagram of the ventilation control system with
IDEC SmartRelay is as follows:
On I1
Fault Q3
Q1
x Exhaust
fan
Off I2
Extractor fan Q1
Q2
x Fresh-air
Exhaust air fan
flow sensor I3
Extractor fan Q1
Exhaust air
flow sensor x
I3 x
T=
10 s x
Extractor fan Q2
x
Fresh-air flow
sensor x
T= 10 s
I4
Off I2 Q3
Fault
8.3.2 Advantages of Using IDEC SmartRelay

Using a IDEC SmartRelay module requires fewer switching
devices. That saves installation time and space in the
control cabinet. Under certain circumstances it may even
allow you to use a smaller control cabinet.
Additional options when using IDEC SmartRelay
• The free output (Q4) can be used as a potential–free
signaling contact in the event of a fault or a power
failure.
• It is possible to stagger the switching–off of the fans.
These functions can be implemented without additional
switching devices.
8-16
Applications
Functional block diagram of the enhanced IDEC SmartRelay

solution
The fans at Q1 and Q2 are switched on and off as shown
in the following circuit:
On I1
Fault Q3
Q1
Exhaust
I2 fan
Off x T=
30 s
Exhaust air flow I3

sensor Q2
x x Fresh-air
Q1 exhaust fan T= fan
10 s
Exhaust air
flow sensor x
I3 T=
10 s
x
Q2 exhaust fan
x
Fresh-air flow T=
sensor 10 s
I4
Off I2 Q3
Fault
You can also generate a message via output Q4:
Q3 Q4
Fault Message
The relay contacts of output Q4 are always closed when

the system is running. Relay Q4 does not release unless
there is a power failure or a fault in the system. This
contact can be used for teleindication, for example.
8-17
Applications
8.4 Industrial Gate
Warning light
Safety pressure bar
There is often a gate at the entrance to private properties.

This is opened only to let vehicles in and out.
The gate is controlled by the gateman.
8.4.1 Demands on the Gate Control System

• The gate is opened and closed by operating a switch in
the gatehouse. The gateman is able to monitor the
operation of the gate at the same time.
• The gate is normally fully opened or closed. However,
movement of the gate can be halted at any time.
• A flashing light is activated 5 seconds before the gate
begins to move and continues for as long as the gate is
in motion.
• A safety pressure bar ensures that nobody gets injured
and nothing gets trapped or damaged when the gate
closes.
8-18
Applications

Various kinds of control systems are used to operate
automatic gates. The circuit diagram shows one possible
gate control circuit.
Auxiliary circuit
S0
S1 K1 S2 K3 K1 K3
S2
S1
S5 p > S5 p>
K3 K1 K2 K4
S3 S4
K6 K5
K1 K2 K3 K4 H1 K5 K6
N
Close Flashing light Close
Wiring of the gate control system with FL1A-H10RCB
S1 S2 S0 S3 S4 p>
Open Close Stop
S5
L1 N I1 I2 I3 I4 I5 I6
idec SmartRelay
Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4
S5 p>
K1 K3 H1
N
Open Close Flashing light
8-19
Applications
Components used
• S0 (NC contact) Stop switch
• S1 (NO contact) Open switch
• S2 (NO contact) Close switch
• S3 (NC contact) Open position switch
• S4 (NC contact) Closed position switch
• S5 (NC contact) Safety pressure bar
Functional diagram of the IDEC SmartRelay solution
Q2
Open I1
Start switch T= Q1
Open I2 5s Open
Start switch Stop switch I3
Gate is open I4
x
x Q3
T= Flashing
2s light
Close start Q1
switch x
Close start switch I2
T= Q2
5s Close
Open start switch I1
x
Stop switch I3
Safety bar I6
Gate is closed I5
The open and close start switches move the gate in the
appropriate direction, provided it is not already moving in
the other direction. The stop switch or the relevant limit
switch halts movement of the gate. The gate is also
prevented from closing by the safety bar.
8-20
Applications
8.4.3 Enhanced IDEC SmartRelay Solution

In our enhanced solution the gate will automatically open
again when the safety bar is operated.
Safety bar
I6
Q2
x Q1
x Open
Stop switch I3
Gate is open I4
T=
Q2 5s
x
Open start switch I1
Q3
Flashing
T= light
Q1 2s
x
Close start I2
switch T= Q2
5s Close
Stop switch I3
Safety bar I6
Gate is closed I5
8-21
Applications
8.5 Fluorescent Lights
Fluorescent Fluorescent
luminaire 1 luminaire 2
Fluorescent Fluorescent
luminaire 3 luminaire 4
Office
Corridor
When planning lighting systems, the type and number of

lamps used depends on the level of lighting required. For
reasons of cost efficiency, fluorescent lights arranged in
rows of tubes are often used. They are subdivided into
switching groups according to how the room is used.
8.5.1 Demands on the Lighting System

• The fluorescent lights are switched on and off locally.
• If there is sufficient natural light, the lights on the
window side of the room are automatically switched off
by means of a brightness–sensitive switch.
• The lights are switched off automatically at 20.00.
• It must be possible at all times to switch the lights on
and off locally.
8-22
Applications
L1
lx> K1 K2 S1 S2 K2 S3 S4 K3 K4 K5 K6
E1
E1 K1 K2 K3 K4 K5 K6 E2 E3 E4 E5
N
The lights are operated by means of a current impulse

relay controlled by switches at the door. Independently of
this, they are reset by the time switch or by the
brightness–sensitive switch via the central off input. The
switching–off commands must be cut by interval
time–delay relays so that it is still possible to switch the
lights on and off locally after they have been switched off
centrally.
Components required:
• Switches S1 to S4
• Daylight control switch B1
• Time switch E1
• Interval time–delay relays K1 and K2
• Remote–control switches with central off K3 to K6
Disadvantages of the previous solution
• To implement the required functions, a large amount of
circuitry is necessary.
• The large number of mechanical components means
considerable wear and high maintenance costs can be
expected.
• Functional changes are costly to implement.
8-23
Applications
8.5.3 Fluorescent Light Control with FL1A-H10RCB
L1
S1 S2 S3 S4 lx<
B1
L1 N I1 I2 I3 I4 I5 I6
idec SmartRelay
Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4
E2 E3 E4 E5
N
Fluorescent Fluorescent Fluorescent Fluorescent

lamp 1 lamp 2 lamp 3 lamp
Components used
• S1 to S4 (NO contact) Switches
• B1 (NO contact) Daylight control switch
8-24
Applications
Functional diagram of the IDEC SmartRelay solution

Switch-off pulse generated by time switch
Mo..Su
20:00 - 20.01
Mo..Su
21:00 - 21.01 T= Luminaire 3
I3 Corridor side
1s x
Q3
Switch-off pulse generated by daylight control switch Luminaire 4

I4 Corridor side
Daylight con - Q4
trol switch I5
T=
1s Luminaire 1
x I1 Window side
I5
x Q1
Luminaire 2
I2 Window side
x Q2
Advantages of the IDEC SmartRelay solution

• You can connect the lamps directly to IDEC SmartRelay
provided the switching capacity of the individual outputs
is not exceeded. In the case of greater capacities, you
should use a power contactor.
• Connect the brightness–sensitive switch directly to one
of IDEC SmartRelay inputs.
• You don’t need a time switch since this function is
integrated in IDEC SmartRelay.
• Fewer switching devices are required so you can install
a smaller sub–distribution unit and save space.
• Fewer devices are required
• The lighting system can be easily modified.
• Additional switching times can be set as required
(staggered switch–off pulses at the end of the day).
• The brightness–sensitive switch function can easily be
applied to all lamps or an altered group of lamps.
8-25
Applications
8.6 Water Pump

Nowadays, private households are increasingly making use
of rainwater alongside the mains domestic water supply.
This saves money and helps protect the environment.
Rainwater can be used for the following, for example:
• Washing clothes
• Watering the garden
• Watering indoor plants
• Washing the car
• Flushing the toilet
The sketch below illustrates how such a rainwater supply
system works:
Rainwater inlet
K4 Mains water inlet
Pressure switch
S1
Control in the
distribution box
Pump
Pressure tank
M1
Water pipe
Rainwater
collecting tank
S2
Mains water inlet off
S3 Mains water inlet on

Run-dry prevention off
S4
Run-dry prevention on
The rainwater is collected in a large water butt. From the

water butt it is pumped by a pumping station into a piping
system provided for it. From there it can be drawn off in the
same way as the normal household water supply. If the
water butt should run dry, it can be topped up with mains
water.
8-26
Applications
8.6.1 Demands on the Control System of a Rainwater Pump

• The system must be capable of supplying water at all
times. If necessary, the control system must switch over
to mains water if the rainwater runs out.
• The system must not allow rainwater to enter the mains
supply when switching over to mains water.
• The pump cannot be switched on if there is not enough
water in the rainwater butt (run–dry prevention system).

Auxiliary circuit
L1
K3 S3 S2
K2 S1 p< S4 K3 S3 K4
K1 K2 K3 K4 Y1
N
Pump Overrun time Run–dry Pure water

protection inlet
The pump and a solenoid valve are controlled by means of

a pressure switch and 3 float switches that are fitted in the
rainwater butt. The pump must be switched on when the
pressure in the cylinder falls below the minimum level.
Once the operating pressure has been reached, the pump
is switched off again following a short overrun period of a
few seconds. The overrun time prevents the water pump
continuously cutting in and out if water is drawn off for any
length of time.
8-27
Applications
8.6.3 Rainwater Pump with FL1A-H10RCB
L1
S p< S2 S3 S4
L1 N I1 I2 I3 I4 I5 I
Idec SmartRelay
Q1 Q2 Q3 Q
K1 Y1
N
Pump Mains water inlet
Apart from IDEC SmartRelay, you only need the pressure

switch and the float switches to control the pump. If you are
using a 3–phase AC motor, you must use a master
contactor for switching the pump. On systems using
single–phase AC pumps, you must fit a contactor if the AC
pump requires a higher current than can be switched by
the output relay Q1. The power of a solenoid valve is so
low that it can normally be controlled directly.
• Y1 Solenoid valve
• S1 (NO contact) Pressure switch
• S2 (NO contact) Float switch
• S3 (NC contact) Float switch
• S4 (NC contact) Float switch
8-28
Applications
Block diagram of the IDEC SmartRelay solution
I1
Pressure
x
Pump
T = 20 s x Q1
Float switch for run-

dry protection off I3
Float switch for run-I4

dry protection on
Float switch for

mains water inlet off I3 Mains water inlet
Q2
Float switch for mains water inlet off I2

The function diagram shows how you can connect up the
control system for the pump and the solenoid valve. Its
layout corresponds to that of the current flow diagram. You
also have the possibility of incorporating additional
functions for specific applications that would only be
possible with the inclusion of extra equipment if you were
using conventional technology, e.g.:
• Enabling the pump at specific times
• Indication of imminent or existing shortage of water
• Reporting of system faults
8-29
Applications
8.7 Further Potential Applications

The following are some of the IDEC SmartRelay
applications:
• Watering greenhouse plants
• Control of conveyor systems
• Control of a bending machine
• Shop window lighting
• Bell system (e.g. in a school)
• Parking lot surveillance
• Exterior lighting
• Control system for shutters
• Interior and exterior lighting for an apartment block
• Control system for a cream stirrer
• Sports hall lighting
• Equal distribution of 3 loads
• Sequence control system for cable–welding machines
with large cross–sections
• Step switch (e.g. for fans)
• Boiler sequence control
• Control system for several pump sets with centralized
operation
• Cutting device (e.g. for detonating fuses)
• Monitoring length of use (e.g. in solar energy system)
• Intelligent foot buttons (e.g. to select speeds)
• Control of an elevating platform
• Impregnation of textiles - heating and conveyor control
system
• Silo–filling system
And many more.
You can also find descriptions and the relevant circuit
diagrams of the applications on the Internet. You can read
these *.pdf files with Adobe Acrobat Reader. If you have
installed the WindLGC programming software on your PC,
you can download the relevant circuit diagrams, adapt
them to your requirements, transfer them into IDEC
SmartRelay via the PC cable and implement them.
8-30
Applications
Advantages of using IDEC SmartRelay

• Replace a number of auxiliary switching devices with
the integrated functions of IDEC SmartRelay.
• Save yourself wiring and installation work (because the
wiring is done in IDEC SmartRelay).
• Reduce the space required for components in the
control cabinet/distribution box. You may be able to use
a smaller control cabinet/distribution box.
• Add or change functions subsequently without having to
install an additional switching device or change the
wiring.
• Provide your customers with additional functions for
their domestic or building installation. Here are some
examples:
- Home security: You can program IDEC SmartRelay
to switch a lamp on regularly or open and close your
shutters while you are on holiday.
- Heating system: You can program IDEC SmartRelay
to run the circulation pump only when water or heat
is really required.
- Cooling systems: You can program IDEC
SmartRelay to thaw your cooling systems
automatically on a regular basis to save energy
costs.
- You can illuminate aquaria and terraria automatically
on a time–dependent basis.
You can also:
• Use commercially available switches and buttons, which
makes it easy to integrate in the installation.
• Connect IDEC SmartRelay directly to your domestic
installation due to its integrated power supply.
8-31
Applications
8-32
A Technical Specifications
A.1 General Technical Specifications
Criterion Complies with Values
Dimensions (WxHxD) 72 x 90 x 55 mm
Weight Approx. 190 g
Installation On 35 mm DIN rail
width of 4 modules
Climatic environmental conditions
Ambient temperature Cold: IEC 68–2–1 0 ... 55 °C

Horizontal installation
Vertical installation Heat: IEC 68–2–2* 0 ... 55 °C
Storage/transport *40 °C ... +70 °C

Relative humidity IEC 68–2–30 From 5 to 95 %
no condensation
Air pressure 795 ... 1080 hPa
Pollutants Free from corrosive
gases
Mechanical environmental conditions
Type of protection IP20
Vibrations: IEC 68–2–6 10 ... 57 Hz (constant
amplitude 0.15 mm)
57 ... 150 Hz (constant
acceleration 2 g)
Shock IEC 68–2–27 18 shocks
(Half-sine 15g/11ms)
*
IEC 68 includes VDE 0631
Drop IEC 68–2–31 Drop height 50 mm
Free fall (packaged) IEC 68–2–32 1m
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)
Electrostatic discharge IEC 801–2 8 kV air discharge
Severity 3 6 kV contact discharge
A-1
Technical Specifications
Criterion Complies with Values

Electromagnetic fields IEC 801–3 Field strength 10 V/m
Interference suppression EN 55011 Limit class B group 1
EMC emitted interference EN 50081–2
Interference immunity EN 50082–2
Burst pulses IEC 801–4 2 kV (supply and signal
Severity 3 lines)
Energy carriers IEC 801–5 0.5 kV (power lines)

Single pulse (surge) Severity 2 symmetrical
(applies only to FL1A- 1 kV (power lines)
H10RCB, FL1A-B10RCB) asymmetrical
Information on IEC* / VDE * safety
Measurement of clearance IEC 664, IEC 1131, Fulfilled
and creepage distance EN 50178 draft
11/94 UL 508, CSA
C22.2 No 142
Also VDE 0631 for
FL1A-H10RCB,
FL1A-B10RCB
Insulation strength IEC 1131 Fulfilled
A-2
A.2 Technical Specifications: FL1A-H10RCB,

FL1A-B10RCB
FL1A-H10RCB
FL1A-B10RCB
Power supply
Input voltage 100/240 V AC
Permissible range 85 ... 264 V AC
Permissible mains frequency 47 ... 63 Hz
Power consumption
• 100 V AC 10 ... 30 mA
• 240 V AC 10 ... 20 mA
Voltage failure bridging
• 100 V AC Typically 10 ms
• 240 V AC Typically 20 ms
Power loss at
• 100 V AC 1.1 ... 3.5 W
• 240 V AC 2.3 ... 4.6 W
Clock buffering at 25 _C Typically 80 h
Accuracy of the real-time Max. ”5 s a day
clock
Digital inputs
Number 6
Electrical isolation No
Input voltage L1
• Signal 0 < 40 V AC
• Signal 1 > 79 V AC
Input current at
• Signal 0 < 0.03 mA
• Signal 1 > 0.08 mA
Delay time at
• 0 after 1 Typically 50 ms
• 1 after 0 Typically 50 ms
Line length (unshielded) 100 m
A-3
FL1A-H10RCB
FL1A-B10RCB
Digital outputs
Number 4
Output type Relay outputs
Electrical isolation Yes
In groups of 1
Activation of digital input Yes
Continuous current Ith (per Max. 10 A
connector)
Incandescent lamp load
(25,000 switching cycles) at
230/240 V AC 1000 W
115/120 V AC 500 W
Fluorescent tubes with electr. 10 x 58 W (at 230/240 V AC)
control gear (25,000 switching
cycles)
Fluorescent tubes, 1 x 58 W (at 230/240 V AC)
conventionally compensated
(25,000 switching cycles)
Fluorescent tubes, 10 x 58 W (at 230/240 V AC)
uncompensated (25,000
switching cycles)
Short circuit-proof cos 1 Power protection B16
600A
Short-circuit proof cos 0.5 to Power protection B16
0.7 900A
Parallel switching of outputs to Not permitted
increase power
Protection of output relay (if Max. 16 A,
desired) characteristic B16
Switching rate
Mechanical 10 Hz
Ohmic load/lamp load 2 Hz
Inductive load 0.5 Hz
Minimum Switching Load 500mA, 12V
A-4
FL1A-H10RCB
FL1A-B10RCB
Initial Contact Resistance 100mOhm at 1A at 24V
Mechanical Life 10Million
(No Load: 10Hz)
A-5
A.3 Technical Specifications: FL1A-H12SND,

FL1A-H10RCA, FL1A-B10RCA
FL1A-H12SND FL1A-H10RCA
FL1A-B10RCA
Power supply
Input voltage 24 V DC 24 V AC
Permissible Range 20.4 to 28.8 V DC 20.4 ... 26.4 V AC
Power consumption from 10 ... 20 mA 15 ... 120 mA
24 V DC
Voltage failure bridging Typically 5 ms
Power loss at 24 V 0.2 ... 0.5 W 0.3 ... 1.8 W (AC)
Accuracy of the real-time Max. ”5 s a day
clock
Digital inputs
Number 8 6
Electrical isolation No No
Input voltage L+
• Signal 0 < 5 V DC < 5 V AC
• Signal 1 > 8 V DC > 12 V AC
Input current at
• Signal 0 < 0.3 mA (I1...I6) < 1.0 mA
< 0.05 mA (I7, I8)
• Signal 1 > 1.0 mA (I1...I6) > 2.5 mA
> 0.1 mA (I7, I8)
Delay time at
• 0 after 1 Typically 1.5 ms Typically 1.5 ms
• 1 after 0 Typically 1.5 ms Typically 15 ms
Line length (unshielded) 100 m 100 m
Analog inputs
Number 2 (I7, I8)
Range 0 ... 10 V DC
Digital outputs
Number 4 4
A-6
FL1A-B10RCA
Output type Transistor, Relay outputs
current-sourcing
Electrical isolation No Yes
In groups of 1
Output voltage ¢ Supply voltage
Output current Max. 0.3 A
Continuous current Ith Max. 10 A
Incandescent lamp load 1000 W
(25,000 switching cycles) at
Fluorescent tubes with 10 x 58 W
electr. control gear (25,000
switching cycles)
Fluorescent tubes, 1 x 58 W
conventionally
compensated (25,000
switching cycles)
switching cycles)
Short circuit-proof and Yes
overload-proof
Short-circuit current Approx. 1 A
limitation
Derating None throughout the
entire temperature
range
600A
Short-circuit proof cos 0.5 Power protection B16
to 0.7 900A
Parallel switching of outputs Not permitted Not permitted
to increase power
A-7
FL1A-B10RCA
Switching rate
Mechanical 10 Hz
Electrical 10 Hz
Ohmic load/lamp load 10 Hz 2 Hz
Inductive load 0.5 Hz 0.5 Hz
(No Load: 10Hz)
A-8
A.4 Technical Specifications: FL1A-H12RCE,

FL1A-B12RCE
FL1A-H12RCE
FL1A-B12RCE
Power supply
Input voltage 12/24 V DC
Permissible range 10.8 ... 15.6 V DC
20.4 ... 28.8 V DC
Power consumption 10 ... 120 mA
(from 12/24 V DC)
Voltage failure bridging Typically 5 ms
Power loss 0.1 ... 1.2 W
(at 12/24 V DC)
Accuracy of the real-time clock Max. ”5 s a day
Reverse polarity protection Yes
Digital inputs
Number 8
Input voltage L+
• Signal 0 < 5 V DC
• Signal 1 > 8 V DC
Input current at
• Signal 0 < 1.0 mA
• Signal 1 > 1.5 mA
Delay time at
• 0 after 1 Typically 1.5 ms
• 1 after 0 Typically 1.5 ms
Line length (unshielded) 100 m
Analog inputs
Number 2 (I7, I8)
Range 0 ... 10 V DC
A-9
FL1A-H12RCE
FL1A-B12RCE
Digital outputs
Number 4
Output type Relay outputs
Electrical isolation Yes
In groups of 1
Output voltage
Output current
Continuous current Ith (per Max. 10 A
connector)
Incandescent lamp load (25,000 1000 W
switching cycles) at
Fluorescent tubes with electr. 10 x 58 W
control gear (25,000 switching
cycles)
conventionally compensated
(25,000 switching cycles)
switching cycles)
Short circuit-proof and overload-
proof
Short-circuit current limitation
Derating None throughout the entire temperature
range
600A
Short-circuit proof cos 0.5 to 0.7 Power protection B16
900A
Parallel switching of outputs to Not permitted
increase power
A-10
FL1A-H12RCE
FL1A-B12RCE
Switching rate
Mechanical 10 Hz
Electrical
Ohmic load/lamp load 2 Hz
Inductive load 0.5 Hz
(No Load: 10Hz)
Switching capacity and service life of the relay outputs

Ohmic load
Switching cycles/million
12/24 V AC/DC Maximum 2 A

1.0 115/120 V AC Maximum 3 A
0.9 230/240 V AC Maximum 3 A
0.8
0.7
0.6
0.5
0.4
0.3
0.2
0.1
1 2 3
Switched current/A
Figure A Switching capacity and service life of the contacts at ohmic load
(heating)
A-11
Inductive load
Switching cycles/million
0.5 12/24 V AC/DC Maximum 10 A

115/120 V AC Maximum 10 A
230/240 V AC Maximum 10 A
0.4
0.3
0.2
0.1
2 4 6 8 10
Switched current/A
Figure B Switching capacity and service life of the contacts at highly

inductive load to IEC 947–5–1 DC13/AC15 (contactors, solenoid coils,
motors)
A-12
B Determining Memory
Requirements
Use of memory areas
If you are unable to enter another block when you are
entering a program, this means a memory area is
completely occupied. IDEC SmartRelay only offers you the
blocks that will still fit into IDEC SmartRelay. If no more
blocks from a list fit into IDEC SmartRelay, you will not be
able to select the list again.
If a memory area is occupied, you have to optimize your
circuit or use a second IDEC SmartRelay.
Determining the amount of memory required
When you calculate the memory requirements of a circuit,
you must always include all the individual areas of the
memory.
Example:
Par RAM Timer REM

6 2 0 0 Par RAM Timer REM
B03 0 0 0 0
B02
No 1 B01
No 2
No 3 x
B04 x Q1
I2
I1
T
B06
B05
I3
I4
x T Q2
B-1
Determining Memory Requirements
The example program consists of the following:
Block Function Memory area

no.
Par RAM Timer REM Blocks
B01 OR 0 0 0 0 1
B02 AND 0 0 0 0 1
B03 Time switch 6 2 0 0 1
B04 On delay 1 1 1 0 1
B05 Clock pulse generator 1 1 1 0 1
B06 AND 0 0 0 0 1
Resources occupied by the 8 4 2 0 6
program
Memory limitations in IDEC 48 27 16 15 56

SmartRelay
Still available in 40 23 14 15 50
IDEC SmartRelay
The program therefore fits into IDEC SmartRelay.
B-2
C Determining the Cycle Time
The program cycle is the complete execution of the
program, primarily the reading in of the inputs, the
processing of the program and the subsequent reading out
of the outputs. The cycle time is the time required to
execute a program once in full.
The time required for a program cycle can be determined
using a short test program. The test program is created in
IDEC SmartRelay and produces a value during processing
in parameterization mode from which the current cycle time
can be calculated.
Test program
1. Create the test program by linking an output or marker
to a threshold switch and by switching a clock pulse
generator at its input, which is switched on by a hi
signal.
B01
Hi
Output Q
T or
Par Qx Memory
marker M
2. Parameterize the two blocks as shown below. A clock

pulse is generated in each program cycle based on the
cycle time of 0 seconds. The time interval of the
threshold switch is set to 2 seconds.
B02:T B01:Par
T =00.00s+ SW =1000+
SW =0000
G_T
=02.00s
C-1
Determining the Cycle Time
3. Then start the program and switch IDEC SmartRelay to

parameterization mode. You can look at the parameters
for the threshold switch in parameterization mode.
B01:Par
SW =1000+ fa= is the sum of the
SW =0000 pulses measured per
fa =0086 time unit G_T
4. The inverse value of fa is equal to the cycle time of

IDEC SmartRelay with the current program stored in the
memory.
1/fa = cycle time in seconds
Explanation
The clock pulse generator (T=0) changes its output signal
every time the program is executed. A level (high or low)
thus lasts exactly one cycle. A period therefore lasts 2
cycles.
The threshold switch indicates the ratio of periods per 2
seconds which results in the ratio of cycles per second.
Edge change of clock pulse generator

each time the program is executed
Cycle time
1 period = 1 pulse = 2 cycles
Periods
C-2
D IDEC SmartRelay Without a
Display
The FL1A-B12RCE, FL1A-B10RCA and FL1A-B10RCB
variants were developed without a display because some
special applications don’t need operating units such as
keypads and a display during operation.
1LN I1 I2 I3 I4 I5 I6
Idec
idec SmartRelay
RUN/STOP
SmartRelay
Output 4 x
l /10A
Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4
Less is definitely more!

The advantages for you:
• More cost–efficient than models with a display.
• Requires less space in the cabinet than conventional
hardware.
• More flexible and less costly than separate hardware
units.
• Advantageous for applications in which two or three
conventional switching devices can be replaced.
• Very easy to use.
• Cannot be used by unauthorized persons.
• Compatible with FL1A-H12SND, FL1A-H12RCE, FL1A-
H10RCA and FL1A-H10RCB.
D-1
IDEC SmartRelay without a Display
Programming without an operating unit

There are two ways to program IDEC SmartRelay without a
display:
• Create a program with WindLGC on the PC and transfer
the program to IDEC SmartRelay
• Transfer the program from a IDEC SmartRelay memory
cartridge to your IDEC SmartRelay without a display.
Operating characteristics
Once the power supply has been connected, IDEC
SmartRelay is ready for operation. You can switch off IDEC
SmartRelay without a display by disconnecting the power
supply, for example by removing the plug.
You can’t use a key combination to set up FL1A-B12RCE,
FL1A-B10RCA and FL1A-B10RCB for data transfer, and
programs cannot be stopped or started using keys. FL1A-
B12RCE, FL1A-B10RCA and FL1A-B10RCB therefore
have modified startup characteristics.
Startup characteristics
If a IDEC SmartRelay memory cartridge is inserted, a
program stored there will be copied to the device
immediately after IDEC SmartRelay has been switched on,
thus overwriting an existing program.
If a PC-CABLE is inserted, IDEC SmartRelay automatically
goes into PC ´ IDEC SmartRelay mode when it is switched on.
Using the PC software WindLGC you can read the programs
from IDEC SmartRelay or store them on IDEC SmartRelay.
If there is already a valid program in the memory cartridge,
IDEC SmartRelay will automatically transfer from STOP to
RUN after power has been switched on.
Operating status indicator
Operating statuses, such as Power On, RUN and STOP
are indicated by an LED on the front hood.
• Red LED: PowerOn/STOP
• Green LED: PowerOn/RUN
After the power supply has been switched on and
whenever IDEC SmartRelay is not in RUN mode, the red
LED comes on. When IDEC SmartRelay is in RUN mode,
the green LED comes on.
D-2
E IDEC SmartRelay Menu
Structure
>Program.. OK >Edit OK
ESC Prg ESC Q1
>Clear Prg OK Clear Prg

No
ESC Yes
>Set Clock OK Set Clock

We 08:31
ESC
MM.DD.YY
01.11.00
OK OK
>PC >PC<-> PC<->
/MemoryCard.. ESC SmartRelay ESC SmartRelay
Stop?
Press ESC
OK
SmartRelay /
MemoryCard.. ESC
OK
>Card->
SmartRelay ESC
>Start
E-1
IDEC SmartRelay Menu Structure
E-2
F Type Numbers
Table. A Type List
Rated Input Input Output Display Real Type No.

Power
Type Type Type and time
Voltage
(Digital) (Analog) (Relay) Keypad Clock
12/24V 6 2 4 Yes Yes FL1A-H12RCE
DC
12/24V 6 2 4 - - FL1A-B12RCE
DC
24V 6 2 (4)Tr Yes - FL1A-H12SND
DC
24V 6 - 4 Yes Yes FL1A-H10RCA
AC
24V 6 - 4 - Yes FL1A-B10RCA
AC
100-240V 6 - 4 Yes Yes FL1A-H10RCB
AC
100-240V 6 - 4 - Yes FL1A-B10RCB
AC
Table. B Cable and Accessories
Name Function Type No.
Memory Cartridge FL1A-PM1

(Yellow)
Memory Cartridge FL1A-PM2

(Red)
PC Cable FL1A-PC1
WindLGC FL9Y-LP1CDW
F-1
Type Numbers
F-2
G Abbreviations
B01 Block number B01
BF Basic functions
C SmartRery device designation: integrated clock
Cnt Count = input for counter
Co Connector
Dir Direction (e.g. for counter)
En Enable (e.g. for switching on the clock pulse
generator)
No Cams (time switch parameters)
o SmartRery device designation: without display
Par Parameter
R Reset
R SmartRery device designation: relay outputs
S Set (e.g. setting the latching relay)
SF Special functions
T Time (parameter)
Trg Trigger (parameter)
G-1
Abbreviations
G-2

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IDEC SmartRelay

3 Programming IDEC SmartRelay 3-1

3.6.5 Deleting a block 3-30

4 IDEC SmartRelay Functions 4-1

4.4 List of Special Functions – SF 4-15

5 Parameterizing IDEC SmartRelay 5-1

5.1.2 Selecting a parameter 5-3

6 IDEC SmartRelay Memory Cartridge 6-1

7 IDEC SmartRelay Software 7-1

8.1.4 Special features and enhancement options 8-6

A Technical Specifications A-1

B Determining Memory Requirements B-1

C Determining the Cycle Time C-1

D IDEC SmartRelay Without a Display D-1

E IDEC SmartRelay Menu Structure E-1

F Order Numbers F-1

! Only qualified personnel should be allowed to install and work on

What can IDEC SmartRelay do?

What device types are available?

How IDEC SmartRelay is structured

IDEC SmartRelay… variant

1 Power supply 5 Control panel

4 Module shaft with

How to recognize which IDEC SmartRelay model you

We also use icons to describe the different types of IDEC

FL1A-H12SND * 4 x 24 V; 0.3 A Transistor

FL1A-B10RCA 4 x 230 V; 10A Relay

Certification, recognition and approval

IDEC SmartRelay carries CE marking, complies with the

Marking for Australia

The marking shown on the left meets the requirements of

2.1 Installing/Removing IDEC SmartRelay

2. Swivel it away from the DIN rail.

2.2 Wiring IDEC SmartRelay

2.2.1 Connecting the Power Supply

2.2.2 Connecting IDEC SmartRelay’s Inputs

Circuit state change 0 1/1 0

! Existing safety regulations (VDE 0110, ... and

2.2.3 Connecting Outputs

IDEC SmartRelay with transistor outputs

Load: 24 V DC, 0.3 A max.

2.3 Switching IDEC SmartRelay On/Resumption of Power

IDEC SmartRelay does not have a power switch. How

B01 >Program.. With

Try to remember the 4 simple rules for starting IDEC

3. If there is a program in IDEC SmartRelay or on the

IDEC SmartRelay operating modes

In the first section of the chapter a brief example will help

IDEC SmartRelay’s connectors

Inputs I1... I6,

3.2 Blocks and Block Numbers

Displaying a block in IDEC SmartRelay

Connection is not required Block Output

Assigning a block number

Move around the program using the key

The overview display shows you three displays of IDEC

3.3 From the Circuit Diagram to IDEC

Implementing a circuit with IDEC SmartRelay

Wiring of the outputs