Red-lion TSC User Manual

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Note: The installation location of the controller is important. Be sure to keep itaway from heat sources (ovens, furnaces, etc.), away from direct con

UNIT REMOVAL PROCEDURETo remove a NEMA 4X/IP65 or standard unit from the panel, first unscrewand remove the panel latch screws. Insert flat blade scre

OUTPUT MODULESThe main control, optional alarm, and optional cooling output sockets mustbe fitted with the appropriate output module. Output modules a

Logic/SSR Drive:Type: Non-isolated switched DC, 12 VDC typ. (internal 500 W resistance).Drive: 10 mA max. (400 ohm external load).Drives up to three S

SELECT AC POWER (115/230 VAC)The AC power to the unit must be selected for either 115 VAC or 230 VAC.The selector switch is located inside the case ne

Signal WiringWhen connecting the thermocouple or RTD leads, be certain that theconnections are clean and tight. If the thermocouple probe cannot becon

FRONT PANEL DESCRIPTIONThe front panel bezel material is flame andscratch resistant tinted plastic. Available is anoptional NEMA 4X/IP65 version which

OPERATION OVERVIEWCONTROLLER POWER-UPUpon applying power, the controller delays control action and temperatureindication for five seconds to perform s

PROFILE OPERATING MODESRun ModeThe controller is in the Run Mode when a profile is executing. While in theRun Mode, the profile can be stopped (Off Mo

Delay ModeThe Delay Mode signifies that a profile is active but the time base, or profileadvancement is stopped. This is caused by automatic action of

INTRODUCTIONThe Temperature Setpoint Controller Unit (TSC) is a multi-purpose series ofindustrial control products that are field-progra

CONTROLLING A PROFILEProfile Start OperationA profile always starts at the first ramp phase and the setpoint value rampsfrom the current temperature v

Profile Stop OperationStopping a profile places the controller into the off mode.When a profile is stopped, the active setpoint value is the old profi

Advance Operation From The Hidden Mode1. Verify profile access (PrAC) in the hidden mode is enabled in lockoutprogramming.2. Press and hold the “PAR”

Continue Operation From The Hidden Mode1. Verify profile access (PrAC) in the hidden mode is enabled in lockoutprogramming.2. Unit must be in the paus

CONFIGURATION OF PARAMETERSAs supplied from the factory, the controller parameters have beenprogrammed to the values listed in the Quick Reference Tab

PARAMETER ENTRYThe PAR button is used to select the desired parameter. To modify theparameter setting use the UP and DOWN buttons, and then press PAR

% Output Power DisplayThe % output power can only be changed when the unit is in the manualmode. The annunciator %PW lights when viewed, then use the

UNPROTECTED PARAMETER MODEThe Unprotected Parameter Mode is accessed bypressing the PAR button from the normal display modewith program disable inacti

PROTECTED PARAMETER MODEThe Protected Parameter Mode is accessed from thenormal display mode by pressing the PAR button withprogram disable active. In

FRONT PANEL PROGRAM DISABLEThere are several ways to limit operator access to the programming ofparameters from the front panel buttons. The settings

Table of ContentsGENERAL DESCRIPTION ·····························································6Safety Summary ····································

HIDDEN FUNCTION MODEThe Hidden Function Mode is only accessible fromthe normal display mode by pressing and holding thePAR button for three seconds. I

CONFIGURATION PARAMETER MODULESAccessible from the unprotected parameter mode, the configurationparameter modules allow the operator access to the con

INPUT MODULE (1- IN) (Cont’d)Input Sensor Correction Constants (SPAN & SHFt)If the controller temperature disagrees with a reference temperaturein

User Input (InPt)The User Input requires the input to be in its active state for 100 msecminimum to perform the function. The unit will execute all fu

OUTPUT MODULE (2-OP)The controller has parameters which affect how the main control output(OP1) responds to temperature changes and sensor failures.Ti

Auto-Tune Damping Code (tcod)Prior to invoking Auto-Tune, the damping code should be set to achieve thedesired damping level under PID control. When s

LOCKOUTS MODULE (3-LC)The controller can be programmed to limit operator access to variousparameters, control modes, and display contents. The configu

ALARM MODULE (4-AL) (OPTIONAL)The controller may be optionally fitted with the dual alarm option (AL1 andAL2), or a single alarm with the cooling outp

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Pause Mode ··································································16Delay Mode ····························································

Alarm Reset (rSt1, rSt2)Each alarm reset action may be independently configured.LAtC - LatchingAuto - AutomaticLatched alarms require operator acknowl

Alarm Hysteresis (AHYS)The alarm(s) values have a programmable hysteresis band to prevent alarmoutput chatter near the alarm trigger temperature. The

Heat-Cool Overlap/Deadband (db-2)This parameter defines the area in which both heating and cooling are active(negative value) or the deadband area bet

SERIAL COMMUNICATIONS MODULE (6-SC) (OPTIONAL)When communicating with a TSC unit via the serial port, the data formatsof both units must be identical.

CONTROL POINTS MODULE (7-CP)There are four Control Points, each having a setpoint value and anassociated PID gain set value. A control point can be im

PROFILES MODULE (8-PR) (Cont’d)Changes can be made to any profile parameter while theprofile is running. Ramp rate, hold time, and setpoint levelchang

Profile Power Cycle Status (PnSt)Upon controller power-on, several profile operating modes exist. Eachprofile has an independent power cycle status.St

Setpoint Value (PnLn)The controller ramps to the Target Setpoint Value and then maintains theTarget Setpoint Value over the hold phase time. The setpo

Timed Event Output(s) (Pn 1 to Pn 16) (Cont’d)It is possible to have the Event Outputs operate duringprofile phases by creating ‘phantom’ phases, whos

Profile ExampleThe following example shows the set-up of a profilethat executes one time and uses the timed event outputs.General Requirements:1. Prog

Normal Display Mode ·····························································23Modifying A Secondary Display Parameter From The Front Panel ······

The Programming Data For The Example:Input Module 1 (1-IN)Mnemonic Value DescriptionInPt P1rH User input is programmed for run/pauseoperationAlarm Mod

Display ParameterRange and Units(Factory SettingValue)Description/CommentstYPE Input type tc-t - Type T TCtc-E -Type E TCtc-J - Type J TCtc-k - Type K

Display ParameterRange and Units(Factory SettingValue)Description/CommentsCYCt Cycle time 0 to 120 seconds(2)0 turns OP1 off.OPAC Control action drct

Display ParameterRange and Units(Factory SettingValue)Description/CommentsSP Setpoint access LOC - lockoutrEd - read onlyEnt - enter(Ent)Allows access

Display ParameterRange and Units(Factory SettingValue)Description/CommentsAct1 Alarm 1 operationmodeA-HI absolute highA-LO absolute lowd-HI deviation

Display ParameterRange and Units(Factory SettingValue)Description/CommentsCYC2 Cooling outputcycle time0 to 120 sec(2)0 turns OP2 off.GAN2 Relative co

Display ParameterRange and Units(Factory SettingValue)Description/CommentsbAUd Baud rate 300 to 9600(1200)Baud rate of unit mustmatch other equipment.

Display ParameterRange and Units(Factory SettingValue)Description/CommentsCSEt Control Pointset-upNOCP-1CP-2CP-3CP-4(NO)NO - Return toCONFControl Poin

Display ParameterRange and Units(Factory SettingValue)Description/CommentsPSEt Setpoint Profile NOPr-1Pr-2Pr-3Pr-4PE-1PE-2PE-3PE-4(NO)NO - Return toCN

Display ParameterRange and Units(Factory SettingValue)Description/CommentsCode Enter factoryservice functioncode48 - CalibrateinstrumentRefer to Appen

Hidden Mode Lockouts (ALrS, CPAC, PrAC, trnF, & tUNE) ····························34Alarm Module (4-AL) (Optional) ·······························

RS-485 SERIAL COMMUNICATIONS INTERFACERS-485 communications allows for transmitting and receiving of data overa single pair of wires. This optional fe

VALUEIDENTIFIERDESCRIPTION SERIALMNEMONICUNITSA Temperature Display Value TMP F/CB Setpoint SET F/CC Output Power PWR %D Proportional Band PBD %E Inte

SENDING COMMANDS AND DATA (Cont’d)When writing application programs in Basic, the transmission of spaces orcarriage return and line feed should be inh

If more than one string is transmitted, there is a 100 msec minimum to 200msec maximum built-in time delay after each transmission string and aftereac

SERIAL CONNECTIONSWhen wiring the terminal block at the rear of the unit, refer to the label withthe terminal description for installing each wire in

Connecting To A Host TerminalSix TSC units are used to control a process in a plant. The TSC units arelocated at the proper location to optimize the p

PID CONTROLPROPORTIONAL BANDProportional band is defined as the “band” of temperature the processchanges to cause the percent output power to change f

INTEGRAL TIME (Cont’d)If integral action is disabled (Automatic Reset), manual reset is available bymodifying the output power offset (“OPOF” initiall

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ON/OFF CONTROLThe controller can operate in theON/OFF control mode by setting theproportional band = 0.0. The ON/OFFcontrol hysteresis band (CHYS) par

RS-485 SERIAL COMMUNICATIONS INTERFACE ·······································58Communication Format ·················································

ON/OFF CONTROLON/OFF and PID control can be used for the heat and cool output in severalcombinations. The following lists the valid control modes:OP1

AUTO-TUNEAuto-Tune is a user initiated function in which thecontroller automatically determines the optimumPID settings based upon the process charact

AUTO-TUNE (Cont’d)A damping code setting of 0 gives the fastest response with some overshoot,and a code of 4 gives the slowest response with minimum o

-71-APPENDIX “A” - APPLICATION EXAMPLETSC Glass Tempering ApplicationA manufacturer of glass items needs to anneal (temper) their products toreduce th

APPENDIX “B” - SPECIFICATIONS AND DIMENSIONS1. DISPLAY: Dual 4-digitUpper Temperature Display: 0.4" (10.2 mm) High Red LEDLower Auxiliary Display

5. SETPOINT PROFILE:Profiles:4Segments Per Profile: 8 ramp/hold segments (linkable to 32 segments).Ramp Rate: 0.1 to 999.9 degrees/minute or step ramp

APPENDIX “B” - SPECIFICATIONS & DIMENSIONS (Cont’d)11. OUTPUT MODULES [Optional] (For All Output Channels):Relay:Type: Form-C (Form-A with RS-485

17. USER INPUT: Internally pulled to +5 VDC; VINMax = 5.25 VDC,VIL= 0.85 VMAX;VIH= 2.0 VMIN, Response time 100 msec maximum.Functions:Program Lock Pri

-76-APPENDIX “C” - TROUBLESHOOTINGPROBLEMS POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDIESNO DISPLAY 1. Power off 1. Check power.2. Voltage selector switch in the wrong posit

-77-APPENDIX “C” - TROUBLESHOOTING (Cont’d)PROBLEMS POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDIES“OPEN” IN DISPLAY 1. Probe disconnected. 1. Connect probe.2. Input selector

GENERAL DESCRIPTIONThe TSC is a setpoint controller suitable for time vs. temperature, processcontrol applications. The TSC accepts signals from a var

-78-APPENDIX “C” - TROUBLESHOOTING (Cont’d)PROBLEMS POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDIESTEMPERATURE NOT 1. Incorrect PID values. 1. See PID CONTROL.STABLE OR SLUGG

OUTPUT LEAKAGE CURRENTThe AL1 and AL2/OP2 outputs of the TSC have an RC Network (Snubber)on the Normally Open contacts. High energy noise spikes are g

APPENDIX “D” - MANUAL TUNINGOPEN LOOP STEP RESPONSE METHODThe Open Loop Step Response Method is a tuning procedure that does notinduce process oscilla

CLOSED LOOP CYCLING METHODAn alternative to auto-tuning is manual tuning. This tuning method inducesoscillations into the process in the same way as t

APPENDIX “E” - CALIBRATIONCalibration CheckThe instrument has been fully calibrated at the factory for ALLthermocouple and RTD types. If the unit appe

CALIBRATIONWhen calibration is required (generally every two years),this procedure should only be performed by qualifiedtechnicians using appropriate

Thermocouple Cold Junction Calibration (CJC)This procedure must be performed AFTER an accurate mV calibration.Place the internal input sensor selectio

-85-APPENDIX “F” - USER PARAMETER VALUE CHARTUnit NumberMnemonic Parameter User SettingSP Temperature SetpointOPOF Output Power OffsetOP Output PowerP

-86-APPENDIX “F” - USER PARAMETER VALUE CHART (Cont’d)Configure Control PointsMnemonic Parameter User SettingCP-1 CP-2 CP-3 CP-4SP Setpoint ValuePID Y

-87-MODELNO.DESCRIPTIONNEMA4X/IP65BEZEL4to20mAANALOGOUTPUT0to10VDCANALOGOUTPUTALARMOUTPUTSCOOLINGOUTPUTRS485COMPART NUMBERTSC Temperature Setpoint Con

SAFETY SUMMARYAll safety related regulations, local codes and instructions that appear in themanual or on equipment must be observed to ensure persona

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