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iToolsUSER HANDBOOK

Contents Section

Addendum HA026179ENG001

Chapter 1 Introduction

WelcomeWhat is iToolsWho Uses iToolsPC RequirementsAbout This Manual

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Chapter 2 Installation

CablingGroundingWiring GeneralDiscrete Instruments

Wiring RS232Wiring RS485

To Install iToolsComms Ports

Starting and Exiting iToolsTo Start iToolsTo Exit iTools

To Access Help

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Chapter 3 Quick Tour 1 The Basics

Starting and Exiting ToolsTo Start iToolsTo Exit iTools

To Open A Replica (or View) of InstrumentsAutodetection

Baud RatesTo Operate An Instrument

Instrument ParametersTo Display Instrument ParametersTo Select a Different List of ParametersTo Display the Device BrowserTo Select a Different List of Parameters using theDevice BrowserTo Change Parameter ValuesTo Edit Parameters

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To Customise The DisplayTo Display Parameters Of Two Or More Instruments

Storing Parameters In RecipeTo Open the Watch/Recipe WindowTo Build A RecipeTo Remove A Parameter From A ListTo Save The Current RecipeTo Open A New RecipeTo Open An Existing RecipeTo Enter A Parameter Value

Data SetsTo Add A Data SetTo Delete A Data SetTo Copy And Paste Data SetsTo Rename A Data SetTo Enter The Current Values From The ControllerTo Download A Recipe Into An Instrument

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Chapter 4 Quick Tour 2 Instrument Configuration And Cloning

To Configure an InstrumentTo Set Access LevelExample: To Configure An Alarm Type FromParameter ListsExample: To Set The Alarm Trip Level

CloningTo Create A Clone File From A ConnectedInstrumentTo Clone An Instrument From A FileTo Edit a Clone FileTo Clone from a Simulated Instrument

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Chapter 5 2500 DIN Rail Controller Introduction

What Is The 2500 DIN Rail ControllerTo Connect A Single 2500 Controller To A PCTo Connect More Than One 2500 To A PCTo Set The Address SwitchBaud RateStarting and Exiting iTools

To Start iToolsTo Exit iTools

AutodetectionTo Open Panel Views Of Instruments

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Instrument ParametersTo Display Instrument ParametersTo Select A Different List Of ParametersTo Display The Device BrowserTo Select A Different List Of Parameters Using TheDevice BrowserTo Change Parameter ValuesExample: To Set Baud Rateto Edit Parameters

Storing Parameters In RecipeTo Open the Watch/Recipe WindowTo Build A RecipeTo Remove A Parameter From A ListTo Save The Current RecipeTo Open A New RecipeTo Open An Existing RecipeTo Enter A Parameter Value

Data SetsTo Add A Data SetTo Delete A Data SetTo Copy And Paste Data SetsTo Rename A Data SetTo Enter The Current Values From The ControllerTo Download A Recipe Into An Instrument

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Chapter 6 Quick Tour 3 Configuration of I/O Modules

To Set Access LevelI/O Module Types

To Define I/O Module TypesChannel Types

To Define Channel TypeChannel Types For Each ModuleInput Linearisation

Parameter Availability SettingsTo Select Parameter Availability

Failure To Write A ValueTo Set Up Other I/O Parameters

Example

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Chapter 7 Quick Tour 4 User Wiring

Example Process Block DiagramThe Wiring Editor

To Open The Wiring EditorUser Values

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To Set Up A User ValueTo Enter Text Into The Comment Field

Analogue CalculationsExample: To Produce An Analogue CalculationBlock

Logic (Digital) CalculationsExample: To Produce A Logic Calculation Block

Output Behaviour in Error SituationsWireable Parameters

Wiring Example: To Wire A Simple Single LoopControllerTo Disconnect A Wiring ConnectionWiring Example: Relative Humidity

Wireable Parameters Using The Analogue Or LogicCalculation TabsUser Wiring Using The Wireable Parameters TabTo Save ConfigurationsWireable Parameter Tables

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Appendix A Alternative Wiring Methods

Wiring Using The Parameter ListsTo Wire IO Module 01 Output To Loop 1 PV InputTo Wire Control Loop 1 Output To Module 03 Input

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Appendix B The Menu Bar B

Appendix C List of Related Handbooks C

Appendix D Glossary of Terms D

Appendix E Ordering Code E

Appendix F Eurotherm Office Addresses F

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List of Figures Figure

General View Of The iTools Window 1-1

Connecting A Single Instrument

Connecting Up To 32 Instruments

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The iTools Start Up Window

Instrument Views

Parameter List Heading

Parameter Lists

Changing Parameter Values

Customising The Display

The Watch/Recipe Window

Example of a Recipe

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Selecting a Parameter List

Small Browser Window

Selecting a Parameter

Configuring a Parameter Type

Alarm Parameters

Changing Alarm Value

Instrument Cloning

Editing A Clone File

New Clone File Dialog Box

Simulated Instrument Produced From A New Clone File

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General View Of The 2500 DIN Rail Controller

Connection Between IOC And PC Using The Comms Port

Connection of Multple 2500 Controllers

The Modbus Address Switch

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Changing Parameter Values

The Watch/Recipe Window

Example of a recipe

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Defining A Module Type

Defining Channel Type

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Examples of Analogue and Digital Functions

Example of Wiring Parameters to a Function Block

An Example of a Process Block Diagram

The Wiring Editor

User Values Tab

Analogue Calculation Tab

Analogue Calculation Block (Highest Wins)

Logic Calculation Tab

Logic Calculation Block (Input1 < Input2)

Sample & Hold

The Wireable Parameters Tab

Block Diagram of PID Control Loop - Input Module Connection

Block Diagram of PID Control Loop - Output Module Connection

Relative Humidity Input

Wireable Parameters

PID Control Loop Block Diagram

Wiring From The Wireable Parameters Tab

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PID Control Loop Block Diagram

Locating The Modbus Address of the Parameter to be Wired From

Typing the Modbus Address into the Source Value

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User Handbook. Part No HA026179 Issue 2.0 Oct-99 a-1

A. ADDENDUM (SOFTWARE VERSION 2.09)............ 3a.a. Contents ...................................................................................................3a.b. iTools Editions .........................................................................................3a.b.1. iTools Demo Edition.............................................................................3a.b.2. iTools Standard Edition ........................................................................3a.b.3. iTools Open Edition..............................................................................3a.c. Installing iTools .......................................................................................4a.c.1. Product Key ..........................................................................................4a.c.2. System Requirements............................................................................4a.c.3. DCOM ..................................................................................................4a.c.4. Windows Common Controls Library (COMCTL32.DLL) ...................4a.d. Devices Supported ...................................................................................5a.e. Changes since Version 1..........................................................................5a.e.1. iTools Supplied in Three Editions ........................................................5a.e.2. Configuration Station............................................................................5a.e.3. Toolbar Changes ...................................................................................6a.e.4. iTools Report Wizard............................................................................6a.e.5. Parameter Find Facility.........................................................................6a.e.6. Custom Linearisation Files....................................................................6a.e.7. OPC Scope............................................................................................7a.e.8. Eurotherm Project Studio Integration ...................................................7a.e.9. Internationalisation................................................................................7a.e.10. User Wiring renamed to Toolkit Blocks...........................................7a.e.11. Serial Ports used by iTools ...............................................................7a.e.12. Warning when using Unsupported Devices......................................7a.e.13. Visibility of OPC Server...................................................................8a.e.14. OLE for Process Control (OPC).......................................................8a.f. OPC Servers ............................................................................................8a.g. OPC Clients .............................................................................................8a.g.1. Possible Problems with this Release .....................................................8

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a. Addendum (Software Version 2.09)

A.A. CONTENTS

• iTools Editions

• Installing iTools

• Devices Supported

• Changes since Version 1

• Possible Problems with this Release

A.B. ITOOLS EDITIONS

iTools is now available in two different 'Editions' according to the level of functionalityrequired: iTools Standard Edition and iTools Open Edition. A third version, iTools DemoEdition, is provided for evaluation only.It is possible to upgrade from iTools Demo Edition to either Standard or Open Edition bypurchasing a new Product Key from Eurotherm. Similarly, iTools Standard Edition may beupgraded to iTools Open Edition in this way.

a.b.1. iTools Demo EditioniTools Demo Edition may be made available for evaluation purposes only.The following functionality is restricted in this edition:Modbus communications to devices is limited to 30 minutes;no cloning or download functionality is available;printing of reports from the iTools Report Wizard is not permitted.

a.b.2. iTools Standard EditioniTools Standard Edition offers the full iTools functionality for configuration andcommissioning of Eurotherm devices.Access to the Modbus OPC Server from 3rd-party OPC clients is limited to 30 minutes, as isaccess to 3rd-party OPC servers from the OPC Scope utility. For unlimited access to OLE forProcess Control (OPC) functionality, iTools Open Edition is required.

a.b.3. iTools Open EditioniTools Open Edition offers all the features of iTools Standard Edition, as well as providinginteroperability with any software that is compliant with OLE for Process Control (OPC), theindustry standard for data access to real-time devices.In addition to the functionality offered by iTools Standard Edition, the Open Edition allows:unlimted access to the Modbus OPC Server from 3rd-party OPC client applications,including the majority of SCADA software;unlimited access from the OPC Scope utility to 3rd-party OPC servers.

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Eurotherm Controls Ltd is an OPC Foundation member.

A.C. INSTALLING ITOOLS

iTools is supplied on either CD-ROM or floppy disks.

Installing from CD-ROMOn most computers, the CD-ROM version of iTools will start automatically as soon as it isinserted into the CD-ROM drive. If it does not auto-start, you should run the Install programfrom the CD's root folder.

Installing from Floppy DiskRun the Setup program from the floppy disk labelled DISK 1. You will be prompted to insertother disks as they are needed.

a.c.1. Product KeyDuring installation, you will be asked to enter a Product Key. The Product Key is a 10-digitnumber, split into three sections, e.g. 012-345-6789. You will find this number on the outsideof the package containing your iTools media (CD or floppy disks). If you enter an incorrectProduct Key, iTools will install with only Demo Edition features available.A new Product Key may be entered after installation, by selecting 'Registration Information...'from the Help menu in iTools.

a.c.2. System RequirementsiTools requires Windows 95, Windows 98, or Windows NT 4.0 (Service Pack 3 or later).Note: installation under Windows NT must be performed by a user havingAdministrator privileges.The minimum specification under Windows 95 or Windows 98 is a 486DX/2 66MHz with16Mb of RAM.The minimum specification under Windows NT 4.0 is a Pentium 90 with 24Mb of RAM.On all systems, a Pentium 133 with 32Mb of RAM is recommended for optimumperformance.20Mb of free disk space is required on all systems. Additional disk space is required to installthe separate Setpoint Program Editor, or the Adobe Acrobat reader (CD-ROM version ofiTools only).

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a.c.3. DCOMiTools relies on the presence of Distributed COM (DCOM), even when connection to aremote computer is not involved. DCOM is a standard feature of Windows NT 4.0 (or later)and Windows 98, but must be separately installed on Windows 95.On Windows 95, the iTools Setup program checks for the presence of the latest release ofDCOM for Windows 95. If it is not found, the DCOM for Windows 95 update will beautomatically installed.

a.c.4. Windows Common Controls Library (COMCTL32.DLL)iTools was developed using a recent version of this library, which is also installed as part ofMicrosoft Internet Explorer 4 or later. For maximum reliability, the iTools Setup programchecks for the presence of the latest release of COMCTL32.DLL. If it is not found, theCommon Controls update from Microsoft will be automatically installed.

A.D. DEVICES SUPPORTED

The following devices and versions are fully supported (unless detailed separately) by iTools.Where a device is of the same type but a different version from those listed here, much of theiTools functionality may be expected to work correctly, but no support will be provided.

2204, 2208, 2216

Version 1.30 Cloning is not complete – ‘DigF’ parameters are not transferred or updated.

2204e, 2208e, 2216e

Versions 2.06, 3.02

2404, 2408, 2416

Versions 3.01, 3.05, 3.06, A4.05 (also versions 3.51, 3.55, 3.56)

2408i

Versions 1.00, 1.01

Versions 1.04, 1.06, 2.08, 2.09

A.E. CHANGES SINCE VERSION 1

This section identifies the major changes to iTools since Version 1. A large number of minorchanges have also been made to improve usability, performance and robustness; most of theseare listed in the 'Release Notes' section of the iTools help file.

a.e.1. iTools Supplied in Three EditionsiTools Version 1 was supplied in one edition only. iTools Version 2 is available in twodifferent editions (Standard and Open) according to the level of functionality required. Athird, Demo, edition is available for evaluation purposes only.See iTools Editions (above) for more information.

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a.e.2. Configuration StationConnection to all 2200, 2200e, 2400 and 2408i devices is now possible via the Series 2000Configuration Station.To connect to a device through the configuration station, select 'Configuration StationConnect...' from the Device menu. To disconnect, simply Remove the device in the usualway, i.e. using the Remove toolbar button or by selecting Remove from the Device menu.Note: having connected to an instrument via the Configuration Station, the instrumentmust not be physically disconnected from its clip until its has been 'Removed' fromiTools.

a.e.3. Toolbar ChangesiTools Version 2 provides two new toolbar buttons:Print - starts the new iTools Report Wizard (equivalent to File | Print...);Access - toggles the Access Level of the selected device between Operator and Configuration(similar to Device | Set Access Level).Also, the button which starts/stops the process of scanning for new devices has been renamedfor clarity. The button's caption now shows 'Start Scan' or 'Stop Scan' according to the actionwhich will result from pressing the button. When scanning is currently active, the status barshows the Modbus device address currently being scanned.

a.e.4. iTools Report WizardThe iTools Report Wizard has been provided to allow device configurations and clone files tobe documented. The following facilities are provided:output of parameter lists in a tabular form similar to the iTools on-screen display;columns to be included in the report are selectable, as with the on-screen parameter lists;the user may select a subset of a device's lists for inclusion in the report;the report may optionally be annotated with information such as user's name and company,product name and number, and a description;support for two output formats: HTML or CSV; HTML reports are previewed on-screen andmay be printed immediately (where Microsoft Internet Explorer 4 or later is installed).The iTools Report Wizard is started using the 'Print' toolbar button, or by selecting 'Print...'from the File menu, or from a device's popup menu.

a.e.5. Parameter Find FacilityThe more complex Eurotherm instruments contain several thousand parameters, divided intomany separate lists. To make navigation easier, iTools now permits parameter searches.Simply specify all or part of the name or description of the parameter you wish to locate, andiTools will list all matching parameters. You may also search for matching comments, incases where user-defined comments have already been supplied.The 'Find' facility is located in a tabbed view adjacent to the Browser on the left side of theiTools main window.

a.e.6. Custom Linearisation FilesCustom Linearisation Files may now be downloaded to devices which support this facility.This is achieved by:

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selecting 'Load Values From File' from the File menu or a device's own popup menu (right-click on a device faceplate to activate this);changing the file type to 'Custom Linearisation Files (*.mtb)' in the file dialog, and openingthe desired file.iTools ships with a library of pre-defined Linearisation files. By default, these are installedinto the 'Linearisations' sub-folder of the main iTools program folder (e.g.C:\Program Files\Eurotherm\iTools\linearizations).The 2500 device supports three separate custom Linearisation tables. When downloading,you will be prompted to select which of the three tables to write to.Note: the contents of custom Linearisation tables are NOT copied when devices arecloned.

a.e.7. OPC ScopeiTools Version 1 included the OPC Explorer as an unsupported utility for device andapplication commissioning. This utility is now called OPC Scope, and is a fully supportedcomponent of iTools.OPC Scope allows parameters from any connected device to be monitored, plotted on asimple trend chart, or logged to file. This data logging capability supports output to CSV ortab-separated files. Both formats have been optimised for loading into Microsoft Excel andother spreadsheet applications.OPC Scope may be launched from within iTools (e.g. from the View menu), or else from theEurotherm iTools program group on the Start menu. OPC Scope may also be launched fromthe toolbar of any Watch/Recipe view; in this case it will automatically be set up to show thesame set of parameters which had been configured in the Watch/Recipe window.

a.e.8. Eurotherm Project Studio IntegrationiTools will take advantage of facilities in Eurotherm Project Studio 2000 (where installed) toautomate certain operations:A new Eurotherm iTools Clone file may be created using the Windows Explorer. When thisfile is opened, iTools will normally prompt the user for the type of instrument which thisclone file represents. However, if the folder containing the clone file corresponds to an iToolsdevice within Eurotherm Project Studio, then the clone file will automatically be set up forthat device type.Similarly, when the user selects 'Send To Device' for a clone file, iTools will indicate thecorrect target device in bold text, if the clone file's folder corresponds to a particular devicewithin Eurotherm Project Studio.Contact your local Eurotherm representative for more information about Eurotherm ProjectStudio 2000.

a.e.9. InternationalisationiTools Version 1 was available as an English language application only. As of Version 2,iTools may be localised for non-English markets. As well as iTools and the OPC Scope,parameter descriptions for all devices may be translated. Please contact your local Eurothermrepresentative to find out whether iTools has been localised for your market.

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a.e.10. User Wiring renamed to Toolkit BlocksThis editor, for use with 2500 devices, has been renamed to reflect the provision of a Toolkitof Analog and Logic Calculation Blocks, as well as the ability to wire parameters point-to-point.

a.e.11. Serial Ports used by iToolsDuring execution of the iTools Setup program, the user is asked to specify which of thecomputer's serial (COM) ports will be used by iTools. This selection may now be modifiedafter installation through a new 'iTools' applet in the Windows Control Panel. The ControlPanel may be found by opening the 'My Computer' icon, or by selecting 'Settings' on thecomputer's 'Start' menu.

a.e.12. Warning when using Unsupported DevicesFor each supported device type, iTools supports a number of different device versions. Forexample, iTools supports most version 3.xx 2400 devices, but does not fully support version2.xx or version 1.xx 2400s. When using iTools with instrument versions which are not fullysupported, a small number of operations may not complete successfully; in particular, anumber of errors may be expected when cloning such devices.So that the user is fully aware whether particular devices are fully supported, iTools nowgenerates a warning message when adding a device for which full support is not provided. Insuch a case, the user proceeds at their own risk. If desired, this warning message may besuppressed by running iTools with the '/NoWarn' command line option.

a.e.13. Visibility of OPC ServerThe Modbus OPC Server, responsible for all iTools device communications, is now madeinvisible by default. This is because there is normally no need for an iTools user to interactwith this program directly. In case this is desired, the server can be made visible by either:starting the Modbus OPC Server before starting iTools; the Modbus OPC Server is found onthe Start menu under Programs | Eurotherm iTools | Advanced Toolsselecting Options | Advanced | Show Server from the iTools main menu

a.e.14. OLE for Process Control (OPC)iTools Open Edition is required in order to use the following OPC functionality. iToolsDemo Edition and iTools Standard Edition may be used to evaluate these features for alimited period. See iTools Editions (above) for more information.All published OPC specifications are available from the OPC Foundation, which owns alltrademarks related to OPC.Eurotherm Controls Ltd is an OPC Foundation member.

A.F. OPC SERVERS

The iTools Modbus OPC Server may be used as a general purpose OPC Data Access server,supporting all required features of the OPC Data Access Custom Interface Specification 1.0a.This OPC server is identified by the ProgID 'Eurotherm.ModbusServer.1'.iTools also includes an OPC Automation server, supporting all required features of the OPCData Access Automation Interface Specification 2.0. This server would typically be used with

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Microsoft Visual Basic 5.0 or later, and is identified by the ProgID'Eurotherm.OPCAutomation.1'.A small demo application, developed with Visual Basic 5.0 and using the Automation server,is installed as part of iTools by default. It may be found in the 'examples' sub-folder of themain iTools program folder.

A.G. OPC CLIENTS

iTools OPC Scope is a general purpose OPC Data Access client program, supporting many ofthe features of OPC Data Access versions 1 and 2.

a.g.1. Possible Problems with this ReleaseWe are aware of the following issues. Please notify us of any problems you may experiencewith this release of iTools.• With certain early versions of Windows 95, and depending on the computer's

networking configuration, iTools may delay for several minutes during startup. Thisproblem may be rectified by obtaining an updated version of the Windows Socketslibrary (currently Winsock/DNS Upgrade 1.2 for PPTP) from Microsoft.

• It is possible that iTools may exhibit display problems when used with a very smallnumber of types of graphics card: in particular, the toolbar icons may be corrupted. Thisis due to a well-known compatibility issue with some display driver software versions. Ifthis should occur, you will probably be able to resolve the problem by either:obtaining an updated version of the driver software,changing the colour depth setting of the driver (i.e. increasing or decreasing the numberof available colours in the colour palette), orreducing the graphics hardware acceleration; this is accessed from the Performance tabof the System applet in the Control Panel.

• Cloning of DigF (Digital Function Mask) parameters of 2200 devices may not functioncorrectly. Where used, these parameters should be checked individually following eachclone operation.

• It is not possible to change the accessibility of parameters and lists on 2200 and 2200edevices through iTools, as it is for 2400 devices. For example, parameters may not behidden or promoted.

• The Remote Instrument Protocol functionality does not work with version 1.00 of the2408i indicator product. In other words, iTools faceplates for this type of instrument willnot show live values. This is due to a minor fault in the indicator itself.

• With OPC Scope, trend charts may display incorrectly when using the Review mode tozoom in to a very high magnification.

• Under certain circumstances, the Modbus OPC Server application (EuroMBus) mayimpede the opening of certain types of document from the Explorer (i.e. the Windows 95

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shell). In some cases, the document may take several seconds to open. In others, thedocument may not open at all and Explorer will appear to hang. In this case, closing theModbus OPC Server should bring Explorer back to life.

• If any part of iTools should terminate with an error, it is possible that the Modbus OPCServer and other elements of iTools may still be in memory. This may prevent iToolsrunning successfully until the problem is resolved. If you suspect that this may havehappened, you should use a Task Manager or Process Viewer application to ensure thatneither EUROMBUS.EXE nor any application named ID*.EXE is still running.

• When iTools is uninstalled, some files may be left behind. These should be removedmanually.

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iTools Introduction

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1. CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION............................................ 21.1. WELCOME..................................................................................................21.2. WHAT IS ITOOLS......................................................................................21.3. WHO USES ITOOLS ..................................................................................31.4. PC REQUIREMENTS.................................................................................31.5. ABOUT THIS MANUAL............................................................................3

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1. CHAPTER 1 Introduction

1.1. WELCOME

Figure 1-1: General View Of The iTools Window

Welcome to Eurotherm iTools, the Windows based software package designed to configurecommunicating 2000 series instruments.

1.2. WHAT IS ITOOLS

iTools is a Windows based software package designed to configure communicating 2200,2400 panel controllers and the 2500 DIN rail controllers. It will operate on personalcomputers running Windows 95 or NT (NT versions 4 or later). It uses Modbus RTUcommunications via a serial port.

iTools will scan the network on request, and identify any 2000 series instrument that isconnected to the network and has a valid Modbus address. Using Eurotherm’s unique‘Remote Interface Protocol’, iTools provides a replica of the front panel of the attachedinstrument. This replica can then be used by the operator, using mouse clicks to simulatepressing the buttons - hidden or promoted parameters will remain exactly as they are in theactual instrument. (If the instrument is a 2500 DIN Rail Controller, which does not have afront panel, a simulation of the instrument plug in modules is displayed). The faceplate is an

Toolbar showing icons for:New Clone, Open Clone, Save, Add Device, RemoveDevice, Scan, Open Parameter List, User Wiring

Selected device ishighlighted.Yellow display forreal instrument.White display forclone files.

Clone file namePort: Com1Address: 1Controller:2408S/W V1.02

Parameter list showing the parameterdescription, the parameter address and thecurrent value.

‘Explorer’ style folders depict each page ofinstrument parameters

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ActiveXTM component which can be used within any ActiveXTM container application, such asVisual Basic forms.In addition to the instrument faceplate, all the parameters within the instrument are availablein a separate window. Each parameter list is shown as a folder, and by clicking on it, all theparameters in that list are displayed, together with their current value. Where applicable, theparameter lists follow the same order as the instrument faceplate.

Copying the complete set of parameter values from the attached instrument to a file can bedone at the click of a button - this file can be ‘cloned’ onto a new instrument to provide aduplicate.

iTools Modbus driver is a server application which will permit iTools themselves, as a client,to run on the same or any networked PC. It can also operate as an OPCTM server (OPC dataaccess version 1.08a) providing data links into other OPC compliant software. Connectioncan also be made through a remote modem.

1.3. WHO USES ITOOLS

These tools are intended for use by anyone wishing to communicate with Eurotherm 2000series communicating instruments in the field, where simplicity of set up and use is of primeimportance. The tools will be used in the following scenarios:

Creating, cloning (duplicating) and saving instrument configurations; creating programs.Commissioning. On line set up of one or more instruments during start up of a system.Creating application programs including user wiring

1.4. PC REQUIREMENTS

iTools will run on a personal computer (PC) with the following specification:PC with at least one free RS232 serial communications port, e.g. Com 1, runningWindows95 or NT (version 4 or later).A minimum of 16Mb RAM (24Mb for NT) is recommendedA standard VGA (640x480) screen is adequate, but larger screens allow more parameters tobe displayed at once and give a better presentation of the data.About 10Mb of disc space is required.

1.5. ABOUT THIS MANUAL

This manual is constructed as a series of ‘Quick Tours’ which explains typical features ofiTools by working through a series of examples. It is intended that the user of iTools shoulduse the procedures explained for each example as a basis for developing his or her ownapplication.The earlier chapters explain iTools when used with the Eurotherm 2000 series of indicatorsand controllers and this is followed by the 2500 DIN Rail Controller.

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1. CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION ............................................. 21.1. CABLING.....................................................................................................21.2. GROUNDING ..............................................................................................21.3. WIRING GENERAL ...................................................................................21.4. DISCRETE INSTRUMENTS .....................................................................31.4.1. Wiring RS232 .............................................................................................31.4.2.Wiring RS485 ..............................................................................................31.5. TO INSTALL ITOOLS SOFTWARE........................................................41.6. COMMS PORTS .........................................................................................41.7. STARTING AND EXITING ITOOLS.......................................................51.7.1. To start iTools.............................................................................................51.7.2. To exit iTools..............................................................................................51.8. TO ACCESS HELP .....................................................................................5

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2. CHAPTER 2 Installation

2.1. CABLING

The 2-wire, RS485 standard will normally be used for communicating with series 2000instruments. This standard allows the following:1. Connection of multiple instruments2. The distance from instrument to PC up to 4000 feet up to baud rates of 100Kbaud.3. The environment is electrically noisy

If required, a single 2400 series instrument can be connected directly to the PC, usually toCOM1 or COM2, using the RS232 standard. Ensure that the 2400 has the correctcommunications modules fitted.

A full description of the standards and wiring details is given in the relevant Eurotherminstrument handbooks. See Appendix C for related handbooks and their part numbers.An overview is reproduced as follows:

2.2. GROUNDING

To reduce interference from external electrical signals, ground the cable screen at a singleground point. There should not be multiple ground paths in a single cable run. When using aEurotherm Controls KD485 Communications Adapter unit, do not connect the screen fromone side of the interface to the other. Rather, ground each of the cables separately at a localground point.

2.3. WIRING GENERAL

Route communications cables in separate trunking to power cables. Power cables are thoseconnecting power to instruments, relay or triac ac supplies and wiring associated withexternal switching devices such as contactors, relays or motor speed drives.

Communication cables may be routed with control signal cables if these signal cables are notexposed to an interference source. Control signals are the analogue or logic inputs andanalogue or logic outputs of any control instrument. Multiple instruments must be ‘daisychained’, as shown in figure 2-2, avoiding parallel connections.

Do not use redundant wires in the communications cable for other signals, and do not use thescreen as a substitute for the common connection.

Ensure cable runs have sufficient slack to ensure that movement does not cause abrasion ofthe insulating sheath. Do not over tighten cable clamps to avoid accidental multiplegrounding of the screen conductors.

Refer to ‘EMC Electromagnetic Compatibility’ guide Eurotherm part no. HA025464 forfurther information.

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2.4. DISCRETE INSTRUMENTS

2.4.1. Wiring RS232

Figure 2-1: Connecting a Single Instrument

2.4.2. Wiring RS485

Figure 2-2: Connecting up to 32 Instruments

For 2200 & 2400 series controllers recommendedcable:

CABLE/9PINPC/NOPLUG/232/3.0M

PC

Com RxTx Tx Com Rx

2200 &2400 seriesinstrument

PC

Com RxTx

220 ohmterminationresistoron the Rx of theconverter unit

TxRxCom

TxTx- Rx+

Rx-Com

TypeKD485converter

RS485

Controller 2

Com

Controller 1

HF (B+ Tx)

HE (A+ Rx)Com

HE (A+ Rx)

HF (B+ Tx)

220 ohmterminationresistoron the lastcontroller in thechain

Twisted pairs

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2.5. TO INSTALL ITOOLS SOFTWARE

Note:

The iTools package consists of a set of 3.5 inch disks.

• Insert the disc labelled disc 1 into the diskette drive of the PC, - this will usually be drivea.

• From the Windows Start Bar, click Run• Type a:\SETUP

The set up program prompts you through the installation process.Follow the instructions on the screen.

The drive on which iTools will normally be installed is drive C: but an alternative drive maybe chosen.

The directory where iTools will normally be installed is \Program Files\Eurotherm\iTools.Other locations are allowed and may be chosen using usual Windows methods.

Note: Any version of iTools already installed in this directory will be overwritten unless adifferent directory is specified.

2.6. COMMS PORTS

iTools will support up to eight comms ports. During installation you will have been asked tospecify which comms ports your instruments will be connected to. ITools automaticallyscans for instruments connected to these ports (see paragraph 3.4 ‘Autodetection’ )

If you are installing iTools and already have a version of iTools on your system, it isbest to ‘uninstall’ the older version rather than just writing over it. To do so selectSettings from the Windows Start Bar. Click Control Panel and double click onAdd/Remove Programs. Select iTools and click Add/Remove. Confirm thedeletion by clicking Yes when prompted. Then click OK through two consecutivedialog boxes. The existing version of iTools is uninstalled, and you are ready toinstall this version.Installation of a new version of iTools should not affect clone files which have alreadybeen produced. Clone file simulations, however, which are supplied as part of theupgrade will be overwritten. It is, therefore, advisable to make a backup of all clonefiles prior to installation of a new version of iTools.It is also recommended that all other Windows programs are closed down duringinstallation.

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2.7. STARTING AND EXITING ITOOLS

2.7.1. To start iToolsiTools may be started in either of the following ways: I. Directly

A. From the Windows Start Bar, click Programs.B. Select Eurotherm iToolsC. Click iTools

II. Indirectly

A. Open an instrument clone file, recognisable by its .uic file extension,directly from Windows Explorer.

2.7.2. To exit iTools

1. Click Exit from the iTools File menu,

2.8. TO ACCESS HELP

1. From the Help menu, select Contents. The help Contents tab appears; select a topic oruse the Index or Find tabs

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3. CHAPTER 3 QUICK TOUR 1 ............................................. 23.1. THE BASICS................................................................................................23.2. STARTING AND EXITING ITOOLS.......................................................33.2.1. To start iTools.............................................................................................33.2.2. To exit iTools..............................................................................................33.3. TO OPEN A REPLICA (OR VIEW) OF INSTRUMENTS.....................33.4. AUTODETECTION ....................................................................................43.4.1. Baud Rates ..................................................................................................43.4.2. To Operate An Instrument...........................................................................53.5. INSTRUMENT PARAMETERS................................................................63.5.1. To Display Instrument Parameters ..............................................................63.5.2. To Select a Different List of Parameters .....................................................63.5.3. To Display the Device Browser ..................................................................73.5.4. To Select a Different List of Parameters using the Device Browser ...........73.5.5. To Change Parameter Values......................................................................83.5.6. To Edit Parameters......................................................................................93.6. TO CUSTOMISE THE DISPLAY ...........................................................103.7. TO DISPLAY PARAMETERS OF TWO OR MORE INSTRUMENTS113.8. STORING PARAMETERS IN RECIPE .................................................123.8.1. To Open the Watch/Recipe Window ........................................................123.8.2. To Build a Recipe .....................................................................................123.8.3. To Remove a Parameter From the List......................................................133.8.4. To Save The Current Recipe.....................................................................133.8.5. To Open A New Recipe ............................................................................133.8.6. To Open An Existing Recipe ....................................................................133.8.7. To Enter A Parameter Value .....................................................................133.9. DATA SETS................................................................................................143.9.1. To Add A Data Set....................................................................................143.9.2. To Delete A Data Set ................................................................................143.9.3. To Copy And Paste Data Sets ...................................................................143.9.4. To Rename A Data Set..............................................................................143.9.5. To Enter The Current Values From The Controller ..................................153.9.6. To Download A Recipe Into An Instrument .............................................15

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3. CHAPTER 3 Quick Tour 1

3.1. THE BASICS

This quick tour is a step by step tutorial in which you run iTools, scan for all connectedinstruments and operate connected instruments from the screen.

Note: This chapter shows 2200 and 2400 series instruments only, but the principles applyequally for other 2000 series instruments such as 2500DIN Rail Controller.

Note: This quick tour assumes that you have a basic understanding of Windows 95, or NTsystem.

About this Quick Tour

◊ Starting iTools

◊ To open views of instruments

◊ Auto-detection

◊ Baud rate

◊ To operate an instrument

◊ Instrument parameters

◊ To change parameter values

◊ To edit parameters

◊ To customise the display

◊ To display parameters of two or more instruments

◊ Storing parameters in recipe

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3.2.1. To start iToolsiTools may be started in either of the following ways:I. Directly


II. IndirectlyA. Open an instrument clone file, recognisable by its .uic file extension,

directly from Windows Explorer.

3.2.2. To exit iTools1. Click Exit from the iTools File menu,

On a new application, the iTools window appears as follows:

Figure 3-1: The iTools Start Up Window

3.3. TO OPEN A REPLICA (OR VIEW) OF INSTRUMENTS

Replica views of instruments may be opened in either of the following ways:

1. By enabling background scanning for new devices. This can be from the iTools mainmenu or toolbar

2. By selecting the Add Devices command from the iTools menu or toolbar. This willdisplay a list of available devices (both real and simulated) to select from

These methods are described further in the following pages.

Menu Bar

Toolbar

Status Bar

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3.4. AUTODETECTION

1. Press the button. This will change to Scanning

During the auto-detection process, iTools will search for up to 32 connected Eurotherminstruments. It will automatically check all instrument addresses and baud rates. (see alsoparagraph 3.4.1 ‘Baud Rates’).

When instruments have been found, instrument views are automatically displayed in theiTools window (assuming Panel Views has been checked in the View menu). The displayedvalues are coloured yellow to indicate that these are physically connected instruments. Onceall instruments have been detected, stop iTools scanning by pressing the Scanning buttonwhich will change to Not Scanning.

If no instruments are detected then no unit face-plates will be presented.

Figure 3-2: Instrument Views

3.4.1. Baud RatesDuring the autodetection process, iTools will automatically scan for instruments connected tothe comms ports. It will assume the baud rate of the first instrument detected - i.e. the onewith the lowest address. Any subsequent instrument which has been set to a different baudrate will show in iTools as a ‘Comms Error’. Baud rates of 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600 and19,200 can be set in the 2200 and 2400 series instruments - the factory default being 9600.Baud rate is set in the Configuration Mode of the instrument - see the relevant user handbooklisted in Appendix C.

RUNHOLD

AUTOMAN

Click here and drag to changethe size of the instrument viewarea

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3.4.2. To Operate An Instrument

Instruments can be operated directly from the instrument views on the PC screen in exactlythe same way as the instrument itself. A full description of the operation of an instrument isgiven in the relevant Installation and Operation Manual for that instrument, (see Appendix C,‘List of Related Instrument Handbooks’). A summary of operation is given below:-

1. Use the mouse to point the cursor at the button on the selected instrument on the screen.Click the left mouse button to operate the screen ‘button’ icon.

2. To Change Setpoint. Point and click on the or button

3. To View ListHeadings

Point and click on the button

Successive clicks will scroll through Instrument ListHeadings

4. To View Parameters Having selected the desired list heading, point and click the

button to select the desired parameter from the list

5. To Change aParameter Value

Point and click on the or button

6. To SelectAuto/Manual

Point and click the AUTO MAN button

7. To Select Run/Hold Point and click the RUN HOLD button

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3.5. INSTRUMENT PARAMETERS

Instrument parameters are settings in the instrument which you can change to suit the process.In 2200 and 2400 instruments they are grouped under List Headings according to thefunction they perform. The List Headings are the names of sub-folders found in the DeviceBrowser.

3.5.1. To Display Instrument Parameters

Instrument parameters may be displayed in three ways:

1. Double click on the required instrument view (or the instrument name in the DeviceBrowser)

2. Right click on the instrument view (or the instrument name in the Device Browser) andselect Parameter List from the pop up window

3. Left click on the required instrument view. From the Toolbar click Device Views followed by Parameter List

A list of parameters are displayed which are grouped under a List Heading. This heading isdisplayed in the upper left corner of the ‘parameters’ window, see Figure 3-3.

Figure 3-3: Parameter List Heading

3.5.2. To Select a Different List of Parameters

1. In the Parameter List window, click on the folder . This opens a small browserwindow.

The browser contains a number of folders, such as:• Operator• Programmer• Access Edit Mode• Config• Register• RIP

Each of these folders contain sub-folders. The lists of parameters are found in each ofthese sub-folders. A full list of parameters is given in the relevant instrument handbook.See Appendix C ‘List of Related Instrument Handbooks’..

2. Open the required folder by double clicking on the folder (or folder name), or click

against the folder.3. Open the required sub-folder by double clicking on the folder (or folder name), or click

OK.

The names and number of folders is dependant onthe particular instrument type. This list applies to2400 series

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3.5.3. To Display the Device BrowserFrom the View menu select Device Browser, (see also ‘To Customise the Display’ paragraph3-6). This will split the lower part of the iTools display into two sections - see Figure 3-4.1. The right hand section will show the selected parameter list, as selected above.2. The left hand section will show the Device Browser. This will open on the folder

containing the selected Parameter List Heading.

3.5.4. To Select a Different List of Parameters using the DeviceBrowser

1. Single click on a folder or name of the list heading. This has the same effect as the smallbrowser window in 3.5.2 above.

2. Double clicking the folder, or pressing , will open a list of parameter tags. These tagsmay be used to copy parameters when they are ‘wired’ between I/O modules and functionblocks in controllers such as 2500 and 2600. See Chapter 7 - User Wiring.

Figure 3-4: Parameter Lists

Device Browser showingthe name of the


Read only parameters are shown in blueRead/Write parameters are shown in black

Click on a folder to choosea new set of parameters

Parameter List associatedwith the chosen list heading

Selected instrument

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3.5.5. To Change Parameter ValuesParameters can be Read only or Read/Write. Read only parameters are shown in blue andread/write parameters are shown in black in the parameter lists. Only Read/Write parametervalues can be changed. Parameter visibility also depends upon the access level of theinstrument (to change Access Level see Paragraph 4.1.2).and some parameters can only bechanged within their set limits, eg SP (setpoint) whichhas high and low limits attached.

Parameter values can be Analogue Values or Enumerated Values. With analogue valuesthe integer value can be adjusted between maximum and minimum limits. With enumeratedvalues a selection of states can be made.There are three ways to change parameter values:-

1. From the Parameter List window double click on the selected parameter2. From the Parameter List window right click on the selected parameter and from the pop

up menu select Edit Parameter Value3. From the menu bar select Parameter List and from the pop up menu select Edit

Parameter Value

A pop up window will appear, see Figure 3-5.

4. If the parameter is an analogue value, type in thenew value and Click OK or Apply

Care should be taken to ensure that parameters are notset to values which may interfere with the expectedoperation of the process. See notes at the end ofsection 5.9.

5. If the parameter is an enumerated value, such as‘Auto/Manual’, select the condition from the pull-down list.. Enumerated values can have more thantwo selections.

Note: OK will cancel the dialog boxApply will retain the dialog box

Figure 3-5: Changing Parameter Values

Note: The parameter lists make available all parameters (including those hidden in thefaceplate view) which can be accessed over comms. This is a much longer list than isavailable by operating the instrument via the face-plate menu system. The complete list ofavailable parameters and their MODBUS addresses are given in the Series 2000Communications Handbook, part no. HA 026230. These additional parameters may berequired if the instrument is integrated into a larger system, See ‘User Wiring’ Chapter 7

You are now able to operate any Eurotherm 2000 series communicating instrument from thescreen.

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3.5.6. To Edit ParametersIn addition to changing values of parameters, the properties of parameters can be changed.There are three ways to do this:-

1. From the Parameter List window right click on the parameter A pop up menu will appear. This gives the following choices:-a) Edit Parameter Value - allows parameter values to be changed - see section 3.5.5.b) Edit Parameter Comment - allows a comment to be added against the parameterc) Parameter Properties - allows the properties of the parameter to be viewedd) Copy - allows the parameter to be copied to the clipboard for use in User Wiring

(see Chapter 7) or Watch/Recipe windows (see paragraph 3.8).e) Refresh - allows the parameter list to be updatedf) Columns - allows columns to be added to or deleted from the parameter list

display, as follows:-I. Description - the full name of the parameterII. Address - the MODBUS address numberIII. Limits - the high and low limits which are applied to the parameterIV. Wireable - the device that the parameter is wired to. This is not applicable to

2200 and 2400 series instruments. See Chapter 7 for more information.V. Comment - allows a comment to be displayed against each parameter

2. From the Menu Bar, left click on the Parameter List menu A pop up window will appear. This gives the following choices:-a) Edit Parameter Value - allows parameter values to be changed - see section 3.5.5.b) Edit Parameter Comment - allows a comment to be added against the parameterc) Parameter Properties - allows the properties of the parameter to be viewedd) Browse - displays a small browse windowe) Refresh - allows the parameter list to be updatedf) Columns - allows columns to be added to or deleted from the parameter list

display, as follows:-I. Description - the full name of the parameterII. Address - the MODBUS address numberIII. Limits - the high and low limits which are applied to the parameterIV. Wireable - the device that the parameter is wired to. This is not applicable to

2200 and 2400 series instruments. See Chapter 7 for more information.V. Comment - allows a comment to be displayed against each parameter

3. From the Device Browser, double click on the folder or parameter list name, OR

click against the parameter list name. This opens a list of parameter tags.Right click on the parameter tag. A small window gives the following choices:-

a) Edit - allows parameter values to be changed - see section 3.5.5.b) Properties - allows the properties of the parameter to be viewedc) Copy - allows the parameter to be copied to a wireable parameter

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3.6. TO CUSTOMISE THE DISPLAY

The display can be customised as follows:

From the View menu:

9 Toolbar to select the toolbar9 Status Bar to select the status bar9 Panel Views to select instrument views9 Device Browser to select device browser and parameter list headings

Figures 3-1 and 3-2 have been shown with the above views selected. De-select any area ofthe display by clicking the 9. Change the size of an area by clicking the area boundary anddragging the boundary to a new position, (see Figure 3-2).

Note: Throughout the remainder of this manual, unless otherwise stated, it will be assumedthat Toolbar, Status Bar and Panel Views are selected.

From the Options menu9 Show Device Names To display the name of the clone file or device on

the instrument view9 Show Labels on Toolbar To display the names against toolbar icons9 Active Window Follows Device used when two or more clone files are open.

The active parameter list corresponds to theinstrument selected

Scaling Used when a mix of instrument sizes are displayedon the same screen. Instrument views may bedisplayed to scale or changed in size relative to eachother

Update Rates By default :’Panel Views’ are updated every 1500ms‘When No Key Pressed’ and every 100ms ‘WhenKey Pressed’.Parameter Lists are updated every 2000msIt is recommended that these settings are onlychanged in very special circumstances, for examplein networked systems

Decimal Places Value will be rounded to the number of decimalplaces

Send Command To Server To send a command to a server in networkedsystems

Clear Most Recently Used Lists Clear the most recently used files from the File andDevice menus

Save Settings Now Save the customised screen settings when selectedSave Settings on Exit Save the customised screen settings when iTools is

closed

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3.7. TO DISPLAY PARAMETERS OF TWO OR MOREINSTRUMENTS

1. Choose an instrument. From the Toolbar click Device Views followed by ParameterList.

2. Choose a second instrument. From the Toolbar click Device Views followed byParameter List.

3. Repeat 2 and 3 for further instrument parameter lists4. Select Window to format the display. The choices are:-

a) Tile Horizontally b) Arranges Parameter Lists horizontally

a) Tile Vertically b) Arranges Parameter Lists vertically

a) Cascade b) Arranges Parameter Lists in cascade

Note: The display below is with the:Device Browser de-selected and Window - Tile Vertically.

Figure 3-6: Customising the Display

Toolbar

PanelViews

Status Bar

Menu Bar

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3.8. STORING PARAMETERS IN RECIPE

A particular process may be required to run a range of products which require differentsettings to be entered into the control system. If these are held in a series of recipes a rapidand accurate way of setting up the process can be achieved.A recipe, therefore, is a customised set of parameters which can be given different valueswhich are stored in data sets. It can be named - say, with the reference of the batch to whichit applies, and downloaded into the control system.This section describes how to configure, store, and download recipes into the controllers.

3.8.1. To Open the Watch/Recipe Window

1. From the View menu select Watch/Recipe2. A Watch/Recipe window is displayed, see Figure 3-7

Figure 3-7: The Watch/Recipe Window

3.8.2. To Build a Recipe

Parameters of your choice may be placed into the recipe window in four ways, as follows:

1. From the Device Browser, locate the required parameter from the file structure asdescribed in section 3.5.4

a) Drag and drop the parameter into the Recipe windowb) Repeat the above for all required parameters

2. From the menu bar of the ‘Watch/Recipe’ window click ‘Browser for parameterto add to recipe’.

a) From the small browser window select the parameter and either double click theparameter or click OK

3. From the main menu bar click ‘Watch/Recipe’

a) Click ‘Add Parameter’b) From the small browser window select the parameter and either double click the

parameter or click OK

4. Right click in the Watch/Recipe window and click ‘Add Parameter’

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3.8.3. To Remove a Parameter From the List

1. Click to highlight the parameter which is no longer required in recipe

2. From the menu bar of the ‘Watch/Recipe’ window, click ‘Remove the selectedparameter from this recipe’

ORPress Ctrl+Del

OR

Right click on the selected parameter and click ‘Delete Parameter’

3.8.4. To Save The Current Recipe

1. From the menu bar of the ‘Watch/Recipe’ window, click ‘Save’2. For a new recipe the Save As dialog box will appear. Save the recipe in the appropriate

directory with an appropriate file name

3.8.5. To Open A New Recipe

1. From the menu bar of the ‘Watch/Recipe’ window, click ‘Create a newwatch/recipe list

Parameters may be added to and removed from this list as described in 3.8.2 and 3.8.3, andthe new recipe saved as described in 3.8.4

3.8.6. To Open An Existing Recipe

1. From the menu bar of the ‘Watch/Recipe’ window, click ‘Open an existingwatch/recipe file’

2. From the file control menu select the required file and click OK or double click on thefile name

3.8.7. To Enter A Parameter Value

1. In the Watch/Recipe window, either double click on the parameter OR2. Right click on the parameter and select ‘Edit Parameter Value’3. From the dialog box type in the new value or if the parameter is enumerated select the

new state from the list

Note:- If the message ‘Value rejected by device’ appears, check that the parameter isread/write. These are shown in black in the parameter lists. Parameters shown in blue areread only. Some parameters can only be written to under certain conditions, for example,when the instrument is in configuration mode.

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3.9. DATA SETS

Data sets allow you to choose different sets of parameter values, in a given recipe, dependingupon the conditions required to run the process, eg, the type of batch to be run.Up to 32 data sets can be added. Data sets can be deleted, copied and pasted from one toanother or captured from the current running conditions in the instrument. These aredescribed in the following sections.

3.9.1. To Add A Data Set

1. From the Watch/Recipe window click ‘Create a new empty data set’OR

2. Right click in the area of the data set and click ‘New Data Set’

3.9.2. To Delete A Data Set

1. Select the data set to be deleted and, from the Watch/Recipe window, click ‘Deletethe selected data set’

OR

2. Right click on the data set to be deleted and click ‘Delete Data Set’

3.9.3. To Copy And Paste Data Sets

This is useful if only a few parameters are changed from one data set to another.1. Right click in the data set to be copied2. From the pop up window click Copy Data Set3. Right click in the data set to be copied to4. From the pop up window click Paste Data SetA parameter can be edited by double clicking on the parameter and from the pop up windowenter the new value.

3.9.4. To Rename A Data Set

A new data set is given a default name, eg Data Set 1. A title of your choice can be given asfollows:-1. Right click the data set2. From the pop up window enter the required title using alpha-numeric characters.

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3.9.5. To Enter The Current Values From The Controller

It is often convenient to ‘snapshot’ the current values of parameters in a controller into thecurrent recipe. This is useful, for example, when the process is running at its optimumsettings for the batch or job being processed.This may be done in two ways

1. From the menu bar of the ‘Watch/Recipe’ window, click ‘Capture currentvalues into a data set’

OR

2. Right click in the section containing ‘Data Set’ and click ‘Snapshot Values’ 3. If more than one data set is displayed, right click in the data set in which you wish the

current values to be stored, and repeat 2 above4. If no data set is displayed or a new data set is required, right click in the area containing

the data set and click ‘New Data Set’. OR from the Watch/Recipe menu bar click

‘Create a new empty data set’

3.9.6. To Download A Recipe Into An Instrument

The parameter values stored in the data set of a recipe can be downloaded into an instrumentin two ways:-

1. Click in the column containing the data set to be downloaded then click ‘Downloadthe selected data set to the device’

OR

2. Right click in the column containing the data set to be downloaded, then click ‘Download Values’

Figure 3-8 shows an example of a recipe with data sets which may be configured using theabove procedures.

Figure 3-8: Example of a Recipe

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4. CHAPTER 4 QUICK TOUR 2 ............................................. 24.1. INSTRUMENT CONFIGURATION AND CLONING............................24.1.1. To Configure an Instrument ........................................................................34.1.2. To Set Access Level....................................................................................34.1.3. Example: To Configure An Alarm Type from Parameter Lists..................34.1.4. Example: To Set the Alarm Trip Level ......................................................54.2. CLONING ....................................................................................................64.2.1. To Create a Clone File From a Connected Instrument ................................74.2.2. To Clone an Instrument from a File ............................................................84.2.3. To Edit a Clone File....................................................................................94.2.4. To Clone From a Simulated Instrument ....................................................10

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4. Chapter 4 QUICK TOUR 2

4.1. INSTRUMENT CONFIGURATION AND CLONING

This quick tour is a step by step guide to configuring and setting up parameter values inEurotherm 2000 series instruments. iTools allows instrument configuration details andcommissioning values to be saved to a file which can be copied (cloned) to other instrumentsof the same type.

Note: This chapter shows 2200 and 2400 series instruments only, but the principles applyequally for other 2000 series instruments such as 2500DIN Rail Controller.

Note: This quick tour assumes that you have completed Quick Tour 1, or that you have hadexperience with iTools and the operation of 2200 and 2400 series instrument.

About this Quick Tour

◊ To configure an instrument

◊ To set access level

◊ To configure an alarm type

◊ To set alarm trip levels

◊ Cloning

◊ To create a clone file from a connected instrument

◊ To clone from a file

◊ To edit a clone file

◊ To clone from a simulated instrument

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4.1.1. To Configure an InstrumentThe most direct way to operate or configure an instrument using iTools is through theinstrument view.

Click on the instrument you wish to configure and operate it in exactly the same way as theactual instrument. This is described in detail in the relevant instrument ‘Installation andOperation Handbook’, a full list of which is given in Appendix C .

The instrument can also be operated or configured using the Device Browser and ParameterLists in iTools. The following example is included as an introduction to these features.

4.1.2. To Set Access LevelThe instrument must be set to configuration level. This may be done from the instrument orthrough iTools. Through iTools it is not necessary to enter a security code, and there are twoways to enter configuration level:-

1. Right click on the Instrument View (or the device name in the Device Browser). Fromthe pop up menu select Set Access Level Configuration

OR2. From the menu bar, click Device Set Access Level Configuration

When the instrument is in configuration level a warning is displayed, in iTools, on theinstrument view.

WARNING! When the instrument is in configuration mode it will not be controlling theprocess.

4.1.3. Example: To Configure An Alarm Type from ParameterLists

1. Double click on the Instrument View to open the parameter list, or from the toolbar clickDevice Views followed by Parameter List. The display will be as shown in Figure 3-4, depending on items ticked in the View menu

2. Select ‘Click here to choose a list’ (or choose the required list if already open)

Figure 4-1: Selecting a Parameter List

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3. From the small browserwindow box doubleclick on Config

Figure 4-2: Small Browser Window

4. From the Config list select and double click AL (the Alarm configuration list)

This list shows an example of the currentconfiguration for each of up to the fouralarms available in a 2400 instrument.The relevant Installation and OperationHandbook gives a full description of thealarm types available.

If the instrument access level isOperator, this list is read only.

To configure the parameter type, theinstrument must be in configurationlevel - see Paragraph 4.1.2.

Figure 4-3: Selecting a Parameter

5. To configure (or re-configure) the alarm type - double click the parameter name

From the dialog box select a new alarm type fromthe list given in the table.

A complete list and description of the parametertypes available, together with their mnemonics isgiven in the relevant ‘Installation and OperationHandbook’ for the instrument in use - seeAppendix C.

Figure 4-4: Configuring a Parameter Type

The selected conditions given in the above example, shows Alarm 1 (AL 1) set to aDeviation, DEV, alarm. The number in brackets is the enumeration value for the parameter.

6. Set up alarm latching or alarm blocking using the same procedure as described above.

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4.1.4. Example: To Set the Alarm Trip LevelTo set this parameter it is not necessary for the instrument to be in configuration level.

1. From the Device Browser click on the AL List Heading in the Operator folder. (SeeFigure 4.5). The alarm parameter list will be displayed in the right hand window

Figure 4-5: Alarm Parameters

1. Double click on the selected parameter from the Parameter List OR From the menu bar click Parameter List select Edit Parameter Value2. From the pop-up window,

type in the New Value3. Click OK or Apply

Figure 4-6: Changing Alarm Value

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4.2. CLONING

The cloning feature allows the configuration and parameter settings of one instrument to becopied into another. This allows new instruments to be rapidly set up using a knownreference source or standard instrument. Every parameter and parameter value is downloadedto the new instrument which means that if the new instrument is used as a replacement it willcontain exactly the same information as the original. Cloning is generally only possible if thefollowing applies:

• The target instrument has the same hardware configuration as the source instrument

• The target instrument firmware (ie. Software built into the instrument) is the same or alater version than that of the source instrument. The instrument firmware version isdisplayed on the instrument when power is applied.

• Generally, cloning will copy all operational, engineering and configuration parametersthat are writable. The communications address is not copied.

WARNING !Every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained within the clonefiles is a replica of that configured in the instrument. It is the users responsibility toensure that the information cloned from one instrument to another is correct for theprocess to be controlled, and that all parameters are correctly replicated into the targetinstrument.

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4.2.1. To Create a Clone File From a Connected Instrument

To copy configuration and parameter details from one instrument to another follow theprocedure below. Figure 4-7 shows an example of what you should see.

1. Connect the source instrument, and the instrument(s) to be cloned, to the iTools network,as shown in Figure 2-2

2. Press the scanning button and wait for the instruments to appear in iTools3. Select the source instrument by clicking on the panel view of the instrument or the

instrument name in the Device Browser4. If you wish to change any parameters at this stage you may do so as described in Chapter

35. From the File menu, select Save to File6. When the dialog box appears, enter a name for the file7. Select the instrument to be cloned to by clicking on the panel view of the instrument or

the instrument name in the Device Browser8. From the File menu, select Load Values From File9. Press Open to download

Figure 4-7: Instrument Cloning

Note: A dialog box will appear which displays the progress of the cloning process. Ifcloning is not 100% successful error messages will be displayed which indicate areas wherethe cloned instrument may differ from the source instrument.

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4.2.2. To Clone an Instrument from a File

It is not necessary to have the source instrument connected to the iTools network duringcloning. The configuration details of the source instrument will normally have beenpreviously copied to a file by following steps 1 to 6 of the above procedure.

1. If you wish to examine or edit the parameter details press Open Clone from the Toolbaror, from the File menu, select Open Clone File.

2. Open a clone file by double clicking on a clone file name or by selecting the clone fileand clicking Open.

3. The clone instrument details will be downloaded and displayed in the Panel Viewssection. The instrument parameter values are displayed in white to indicate that this isnot a physically connected instrument. Parameter lists can be viewed in the same way asan actual instrument - see Chapter 3

4. If you wish to load the clone file directly, either From the File menu select Send to Device …..select the instrument to be cloned or Point and click on the instrument to be cloned and from the File menu select Load

Values From File.5. When the file browser window appears select the required clone file and press Open to

download

Note:- When cloning from an instrument or from a file the instrument is automaticallyput into configuration level.

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4.2.3. To Edit a Clone File1. From the toolbar select Open Clone or from the File menu select Open Clone File.2. Open a clone file by double clicking on a clone file name or by selecting the clone file

and clicking Open. The clone instrument view will be displayed with parameter values in white to indicate

that it is not a physically connected instrument. Figure 4-8 shows an example of whatyou should see

3. Double click the instrument view to display the parameter lists4. The value or configuration of any parameter can be changed as described earlier5. From the File menu select Save or from the toolbar select SaveNote: Save As may also be used to save a clone file to a different drive or file name usingusual Windows commands.

Figure 4-8: Editing a Clone File

Clone fileparameters

View of aclone fileinstrument

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4.2.4. To Clone From a Simulated Instrument

In certain cases a physical instrument may not be available to copy from. Supplied withiTools are ‘New Clone Files’ which allow you to select a pre-determined template for aparticular instrument. These files have the extension uit (Eurotherm Instrument Template)and may be used for developing clone files.

1. Click New Clone from the toolbar or, from the File menu, select New Clone File2. From the dialog box (Figure 4-9) select the instrument type from the list of clone files

available

Figure 4-9: New Clone File Dialog Box

3. The instrument view appears on the screen - Figure 4-10 - (display colour white) whichcan be configured, saved and loaded to a real instrument as described earlier.

Figure 4-10: Simulated Instrument Produced From New Clone File

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5. CHAPTER 5 INTRODUCTION............................................ 25.1. WHAT IS THE 2500 DIN RAIL CONTROLLER....................................35.2. TO CONNECT A SINGLE 2500 CONTROLLER TO A PC ..................45.3. TO CONNECT MORE THAN ONE 2500 TO A PC................................55.4. TO SET THE ADDRESS SWITCH ...........................................................65.5. BAUD RATE ................................................................................................65.6. STARTING AND EXITING ITOOLS.......................................................75.6.1. To start iTools.............................................................................................75.6.2. To exit iTools..............................................................................................75.7. AUTODETECTION ....................................................................................75.8. TO OPEN PANEL VIEWS OF INSTRUMENTS.....................................75.9. INSTRUMENT PARAMETERS................................................................85.9.1. To Display Instrument Parameters ..............................................................85.9.2. To Select a Different List of Parameters .....................................................85.9.3. To Display the Device Browser ..................................................................95.9.4. To Select a Different List of Parameters using the Device Browser ...........95.9.5. To Change Parameter Values......................................................................95.9.6. Example: To Set Baud Rate .....................................................................105.9.7. To Edit Parameters....................................................................................115.10. STORING PARAMETERS IN RECIPE ...............................................125.10.1. To Open the Watch/Recipe Window ......................................................125.10.2. To Build a Recipe ...................................................................................125.10.3. To Remove a Parameter From the List....................................................135.10.4. To Save The Current Recipe...................................................................135.10.5. To Open A New Recipe ..........................................................................135.10.6. To Open An Existing Recipe ..................................................................135.10.7. To Enter A Parameter Value ...................................................................135.11. DATA SETS..............................................................................................145.11.1. To Add A Data Set..................................................................................145.11.2. To Delete A Data Set ..............................................................................145.11.3. To Copy And Paste Data Sets .................................................................145.11.4. To Rename A Data Set............................................................................145.11.5. To Enter The Current Values From The Controller ................................155.11.6. To Download A Recipe Into An Instrument ...........................................15

2500 DIN Rail Controller iTools


2500 DIN Rail Controller

5. Chapter 5 INTRODUCTIONThis Chapter gives a brief introduction to the 2500 DIN Rail Controller and its operation iniTools. In principle running the 2500 in iTools is the same as that already described for the2200/2400 series. The explanations given in this chapter, therefore, are a summary ofprevious chapters.

Additional features are available in iTools to enable the 2500 to configured to meet thespecific requirements of the process. These features are described in subsequent chapters

About This Chapter

◊ What is the 2500 DIN rail controller

◊ To connect the 2500 DIN rail controller to a PC

◊ To set the address switch

◊ Baud rate

◊ Starting and exiting iTools

◊ Auto-detection

◊ To open panel views of instruments

◊ Instrument parameters

◊ To change parameter values

◊ To edit parameters

◊ Storing parameters in recipe



5.1. WHAT IS THE 2500 DIN RAIL CONTROLLER

The 2500 DIN Rail Controller is a modular I/O system with local PID control blocks and“User Wiring” allowing local computation and combinational logic. The interface to it isModbus RTU or Profibus DP.

The 2500 is configured using iTools running on a personal computer under Windows 95 orNT®.

The 2500s are designed to work as flexible controllers in a number of possible architectures:• with The Eurotherm T2900 programmer/display• with PC3000 as remote I/O• with third party datapanels, PLC’s or with SCADA packages.

The unit is normally supplied as a number of separate parts, generally classified as follows:the Base - “2500B”the I/O Controller Module - “2500C”the I/O Modules - “2500M”the Terminal Units - “2500T”the 24V Power Supply - “2500P.”

Figure 5-1: General View of the 2500 DIN rail Controller

2500M Plug-in I/OModules

DIN Rail

OptionalFuses orIsolator links

2500TTerminalUnits

2500C I/O Control Module

Supervisorycommunicationsport

Configurationport

AI2 DO4 RLY4 RLY4

2500B BaseUnit



5.2. TO CONNECT A SINGLE 2500 CONTROLLER TO A PC

Connection of a single 2500 to a PC can be made through the RS232 configuration portlocated on the front of the 2500 IOC module. The connection is made via a RJ11 socket andit is recommended that a standard RJ11 to 9 pin cable assembly is used. This is availablefrom Eurotherm, as shown in ‘The Ordering Code’, Appendix EThis cable plugs directly into the IOC and the PC as shown below.When the 2500 is powered up, with a PC connected to the configuration port, it willautomatically start in configuration mode. To guarantee this, the PC must not becommunicating at the time of powering up the 2500.

* Using the Eurotherm cable with the appropriate power supply means that the 2500 systemcan be cloned or configured by taking the IOC module to any convenient location remotefrom the installation.

Figure 5-2: Connection Between IOC And PC Using The Comms Port

PC

9 way connector

RJ11 Cable Assembly, Eurotherm Ordering Code2500A/CABLE/CONFIG/RJ11/9PINDFSee also Ordering Code, Appendix E.

IOC

PC configurationstation

Power supply

*The plastic coversupplied must be fittedover the RJ11 socketwhen the connector isnot in use

With this power supplyand cable the IOCmodule can be clonedor configured remotely

X

§

C

S

2500



5.3. TO CONNECT MORE THAN ONE 2500 TO A PC

Connection of multiple 2500 controllers to a PC can be made through the RS485 socketslocated on the front of the 2500 IOC Termination Unit.It is recommended that the connections between 2500 and the PC, and connections betweenmultiple 2500 controllers, use standard RJ45 cable assemblies.

Two RJ45 sockets are fitted to the 2500 to provide a convenient way to connect multipleinstruments, as shown in Figure 5-3 below. Also shown in Figure 5-3 are RJ45 lineterminators which provide a convenient way to terminate both ends of the communicationslines.

Both cables and terminators are available from Eurotherm see ‘The Ordering Code’,Appendix E.

Figure 5-3: Connection of Multiple 2500 Controllers

Note:- The RS485 connection in the 2500 IOC module is internally connected to ground viaa high value resistor to prevent build up of static which in some installations could causedamage to PC or controller. It is recommended, therefore, that the 24V supply to the 2500IOC module is not grounded.

Each base must beset to a unique

address

RJ45 Cable Assemblies, Eurotherm Type No.2500A/CABLE/MODBUS/RJ45/RJ45/0M5 (or3M0)

PC

RJ45 CommsLine

Terminator

RJ45 CommsLine

Terminator



5.4. TO SET THE ADDRESS SWITCH

The unit address and parity is selected by the dual in line (DIL) switch mounted on the IOCterminal unit.The unit address can be set between 1 and 64 using switch positions 1 to 6 in binary.Parity has three possible states - none/even/odd, using positions 7 & 8.

Address switch set to zero is a special case in which the address is ‘soft’ configured, i.e.configured and stored in non-volatile memory.

For addresses between 65 and 255 the address switch must be set all OFF and the address setin software as follows:-1. Connect the PC to the configuration port as shown in Figure 5-2 or 5-32. Set the address switch to all OFF.3. Scan for a connected instrument. See paragraph 5.7 ‘Autodetection’.4. The instrument will appear at unit address 255.5. Edit the address parameter to the new unit address required. See section 5.9 ‘Instrument

Parameters’.

Note: The switch is only read on power up. This means that if its setting is changed whilstthe unit is running it will have no effect, until the unit is powered down and turned backon again.

Figure 5-4: The Modbus Address Switch Set To -Unit Address 05, Parity off

Figure 5-5: The Profibus Address switch

5.5. BAUD RATE

During autodetection, iTools will automatically scan for instruments connected to the PCcomms ports. It will assume the baud rate of the first instrument detected - i.e. the one withthe lowest address. Any subsequent instrument which has been set to a different baud ratewill show in iTools as a ‘Comms Error’.This means that all units on a common line must have the same baud rate and parity, as wellas a unique address. See 5.9.6 ‘To Set Baud Rate’

ON

OFF

1234567

1248163264

Switch position

Profibus Address

ON

OFF

12345678

12481632OP

EP

Switch position

Modbus Address

P Parity on

P Parity off

O Odd

E Even




5.6.1. To start iToolsiTools may be started in either of the following ways: I. Directly


II. Indirectly

A. Open an instrument clone file, recognisable by its .uic file extension,directly from Windows Explorer.

5.6.2. To exit iTools

1. Click Exit from the iTools File menu,

5.7. AUTODETECTION

1. Press the button. This will change to Scanning

iTools will search for up to 32 Eurotherm instruments connected to the network. It willcheck instrument addresses and baud rates. When all connected instruments have been foundpanel views are automatically displayed in the iTools window (assuming Panel Views hasbeen checked in the View menu).. Stop iTools scanning by pressing the Scanning buttononce all bases have been identified.

5.8. TO OPEN PANEL VIEWS OF INSTRUMENTS

Since the 2500 DIN rail controller consists of a set of ‘blind’ modules it does not have afaceplate in the same way as a discrete instrument. Panel views of the product are, however,available as a fixed image. The 2500 DIN rail controller, therefore, is configured andoperated using the parameter lists. A panel view may be opened in any of the followingways:

1. By enabling background scanning for new devices. This can be from the iTools mainmenu or toolbar

2. By selecting the Add Devices command from the iTools menu or toolbar. This willdisplay a list of available devices (both real and simulated) to select from

3. By running a customised application file using usual Windows commands. These havethe extension .uic



5.9. INSTRUMENT PARAMETERS

Instrument parameters are settings in the instrument which you can change to suit the process.In 2500 DIN rail controllers they are grouped under List Headings according to the functionthey perform. The sub-folders, found in the Device Browser, assume the names of the ListHeadings.The groupings are not necessarily the same as 2200 and 2400 series instruments.

5.9.1. To Display Instrument Parameters

Instrument parameters may be displayed in three ways:

1. Double click on the required instrument view (or the instrument name in the DeviceBrowser)

2. Right click on the instrument view (or the instrument name in the Device Browser) andselect Parameter List from the pop up window

3. Left click on the required instrument view. From the Toolbar click Device Views followed by Parameter List

A list of parameters are displayed which are grouped under a List Heading. This heading isdisplayed in the upper left corner of the ‘parameters’ window, see Figure 4-5.

Figure 5-6: Parameter List Heading

5.9.2. To Select a Different List of Parameters

1. In the Parameter List window, click on the folder . This opens a small browserwindow.

The browser contains a number of folders, such as:• Operator• User Alarms• Control• I/O• User Wiring

Each of these folders contain sub-folders. The lists of parameters are found in each ofthese sub-folders. A full list of the folders and parameters is given in Chapter 8.

2. Open the required folder by double clicking on the folder (or folder name), or click

against the folder.3. Open the required sub-folder by double clicking on the folder (or folder name), or click

OK.



5.9.3. To Display the Device BrowserFrom the View menu select Device Browser, (see also ‘To Customise the Display’ section 3-6). This will split the lower part of the iTools display into two sections:-1. The right hand section will show the selected parameter list, as selected above.2. The left hand section will show the Device Browser. This will open on the folder

containing the selected Parameter List Heading.

5.9.4. To Select a Different List of Parameters using the DeviceBrowser

1. Single click on a folder or name of the list heading. This has the same effect as the smallbrowser window in 5.9.3 above.

2. Double clicking the folder, or pressing , will open a list of parameter tags. These tagsmay be used to copy parameters when they are ‘wired’ between I/O modules and functionblocks in controllers such as 2500 and 2600. See Chapter 7 - User Wiring).

5.9.5. To Change Parameter ValuesParameters can be Read only or Read/Write. Read only parameters are shown in blue andread/write parameters are shown in black in the parameter lists. Only Read/Write parametervalues can be changed, and some parameters, such as configuration parameters, can only bechanged if the access level is correct. To change Access Level see Paragraph 4.1.2

Parameter values can be Analogue Values or Enumerated Values. With analogue valuesthe integer value can be adjusted between maximum and minimum limits. With enumeratedvalues a selection of states can be made.There are three ways to change parameter values:-

1. From the Parameter List window double click on the selected parameter2. From the Parameter List window right click on the selected parameter and from the pop

up menu select Edit Parameter Value3. From the menu bar select Parameter List and from the pop up menu select Edit

Parameter Value

A pop up window will appear, as shown in Figure5-7a or b.

4. If the parameter is an analogue value, type in thenew value and Click OK or Apply

Figure 5-7a: Changing Parameter Values



5. If the parameter is an enumerated value, such as‘Auto/Manual’, select the condition from the pull-down list.. Some enumerated values can beselected from two or more alternatives.

Note: OK will cancel the dialog boxApply will retain the dialog box

Figure 5-7b: Changing Parameter Values

Note: The parameter lists make available all parameters which can be accessed over comms.The complete list of available parameters and their MODBUS addresses are given in Chapter8

5.9.6. Example: To Set Baud Rate1. From the Device Browser, click Operator → COMMS → Baud2. Double click this parameter3. From the pop up window click 4. Select the required baud rate, and click OK or Apply.Baud rates of 9600 and 19,200 are supported on version 1.04 of 2500

You are now able to operate the Eurotherm 2500 DIN rail controller using iTools.

Notes:-1. Care should be taken to ensure that parameter values are not set to values which may

interfere with the expected operation of the process.For example:In a ramp to set point or programmer application, do not set the parameter ‘Hb’ - ‘SP RateLimit Holdback Value’ to zero when the parameter ‘Hbty’ - ‘SP Rate Limit Holdback Type’is set to ‘band’ - Band Alarm’.This will prevent the program from ramping.The value of ‘Hb’ should be set to a value which does not prevent the programmer fromrunning even if ‘Hbty’ is set to ‘Hi’, ‘Lo’ or ‘band’.

In the 2500, these parameters are found under:Control → LOOP01 (or 02) → L01_SP

2. If any alarm is set to type ‘Rate’ or ‘Deviation’ (high, low or band), then the alarmsetpoint must be set to a positive number.

3. Analogue Output module output limits must not be set outside the normal working rangeof the output, i.e. For 0 to 10V output set low limit to 0V and high limit to 10V. For 0 to20 mA output set low limit to 0mA and high limit to 20mA.



5.9.7. To Edit ParametersIn addition to changing values of parameters, the properties of parameters can be changed.There are three ways to do this:-

1. From the Parameter List window right click on the parameter A pop up menu will appear. This gives the following choices:-a) Edit Parameter Value - allows parameter values to be changed - see section 5.8.5.b) Edit Parameter Comment - allows a comment to be added against the parameterc) Parameter Properties - allows the properties of the parameter to be viewedd) Copy - allows the parameter to be copied to the clipboard for use in User Wiring

(see Chapter 7) or Watch/Recipe windows (see section 5.10.)e) Refresh - allows the parameter list to be updatedf) Columns - allows columns to be added to or deleted from the parameter list

display, as follows:-I. Description - the full name of the parameterII. Address - the MODBUS address numberIII. Limits - the high and low limits which are applied to the parameterIV. Wireable - the device that the parameter is wired to. See Chapter 7 for more

information.V. Comment - allows a comment to be displayed against each parameter

2. From the Menu Bar, left click on the Parameter List menu A pop up window will appear. This gives the following choices:-a) Edit Parameter Value - allows parameter values to be changed - see section 5.8.5.b) Edit Parameter Comment - allows a comment to be added against the parameterc) Parameter Properties - allows the properties of the parameter to be viewedd) Browse - displays a small browse windowe) Refresh - allows the parameter list to be updatedf) Columns - allows columns to be added to or deleted from the parameter list

display, as follows:-I. Description - the full name of the parameterII. Address - the MODBUS address numberIII. Limits - the high and low limits which are applied to the parameterIV. Wireable - the device that the parameter is wired to. See Chapter 7 for more

information.V. Comment - allows a comment to be displayed against each parameter

3. From the Device Browser, double click on the folder or parameter list name, OR

click against the parameter list name. This opens a list of parameter tags.Right click on the parameter tag. A small window gives the following choices:-

a) Edit - allows parameter values to be changed - see section 5.8.5.b) Properties - allows the properties of the parameter to be viewedc) Copy - allows the parameter to be copied to a wireable parameter



5.10. STORING PARAMETERS IN RECIPE

A particular process may be required to run a range of products which require differentsettings to be entered into the control system. If these are held in a series of recipes a rapidand accurate way of setting up the process can be achieved.A recipe, therefore, is a customised set of parameters which can be given different valueswhich are stored in data sets. It can be named - say, with the reference of the batch to whichit applies, and downloaded into the control system.This section describes how to configure, store, and download recipes into the controllers.

5.10.1. To Open the Watch/Recipe Window

1. From the View menu select Watch/Recipe2. A Watch/Recipe window is displayed, see Figure 5-8

Figure 5-8: The Watch/Recipe Window

5.10.2. To Build a Recipe

Parameters of your choice may be placed into the recipe window in four ways, as follows:

1. From the Device Browser, locate the required parameter from the file structure asdescribed in section 5.9.4

a) Drag and drop the parameter into the Recipe windowb) Repeat the above for all required parameters

2. From the menu bar of the ‘Watch/Recipe’ window click ‘Browser for parameterto add to recipe’.

a) From the small browser window select the parameter and either double click theparameter or click OK

3. From the main menu bar click ‘Watch/Recipe’

a) Click ‘Add Parameter’b) From the small browser window select the parameter and either double click the

parameter or click OK

4. Right click in the Watch/Recipe window and click ‘Add Parameter’



5.10.3. To Remove a Parameter From the List

1. Click to highlight the parameter which is no longer required in recipe

2. From the menu bar of the ‘Watch/Recipe’ window, click ‘Remove the selectedparameter from this recipe’

ORPress Ctrl+Del

OR

Right click on the selected parameter and click ‘Delete Parameter’

5.10.4. To Save The Current Recipe

1. From the menu bar of the ‘Watch/Recipe’ window, click ‘Save’2. For a new recipe the Save As dialog box will appear. Save the recipe in the appropriate

directory with an appropriate file name

5.10.5. To Open A New Recipe

1. From the menu bar of the ‘Watch/Recipe’ window, click ‘Create a newwatch/recipe list

Parameters may be added to and removed from this list as described in 5.10.2 and 5.10.3, andthe new recipe saved as described in 5.10.4

5.10.6. To Open An Existing Recipe

1. From the menu bar of the ‘Watch/Recipe’ window, click ‘Open an existingwatch/recipe file’

2. From the file control menu select the required file and click OK or double click on thefile name

5.10.7. To Enter A Parameter Value

1. In the Watch/Recipe window, either double click on the parameter OR2. Right click on the parameter and select ‘Edit Parameter Value’3. From the dialog box type in the new value or if the parameter is enumerated select the

new state from the list

Note:- If the message ‘Value rejected by device’ appears, check that the parameter isread/write. These are shown in black in the parameter lists. Parameters shown in blue areread only. Some parameters can only be written to under certain conditions, for example,when the instrument is in configuration mode.



5.11. DATA SETS

Data sets allow you to choose different sets of parameter values, in a given recipe, dependingupon the conditions required to run the process, eg, the type of batch to be run.Up to 32 data sets can be added. Data sets can be deleted, copied and pasted from one toanother or captured from the current running conditions in the instrument. These aredescribed in the following sections.

5.11.1. To Add A Data Set

1. From the Watch/Recipe window click ‘Create a new empty data set’OR

2. Right click in the area of the data set and click ‘New Data Set’

5.11.2. To Delete A Data Set

1. Select the data set to be deleted and, from the Watch/Recipe window, click ‘Deletethe selected data set’

OR

2. Right click on the data set to be deleted and click ‘Delete Data Set’

5.11.3. To Copy And Paste Data Sets

This is useful if only a few parameters are changed from one data set to another.1. Right click in the data set to be copied2. From the pop up window click Copy Data Set3. Right click in the data set to be copied to4. From the pop up window click Paste Data SetA parameter can be edited by double clicking on the parameter and from the pop up windowenter the new value.

5.11.4. To Rename A Data Set

A new data set is given a default name, eg Data Set 1. A title of your choice can be given asfollows:-1. Right click the data set2. From the pop up window enter the required title using alpha-numeric characters.



5.11.5. To Enter The Current Values From The Controller

It is often convenient to ‘snapshot’ the current values of parameters in a controller into thecurrent recipe. This is useful, for example, when the process is running at its optimumsettings for the batch or job being processed.This may be done in two ways

1. From the menu bar of the ‘Watch/Recipe’ window, click ‘Capture currentvalues into a data set’

OR

2. Right click in the section containing ‘Data Set’ and click ‘Snapshot Values’ 3. If more than one data set is displayed, right click in the data set in which you wish the

current values to be stored, and repeat 2 above4. If no data set is displayed or a new data set is required, right click in the area containing

the data set and click ‘New Data Set’. OR from the Watch/Recipe menu bar click

‘Create a new empty data set’

5.11.6. To Download A Recipe Into An Instrument

The parameter values stored in the data set of a recipe can be downloaded into an instrumentin two ways:-

1. Click in the column containing the data set to be downloaded then click ‘Downloadthe selected data set to the device’

OR

2. Right click in the column containing the data set to be downloaded, then click ‘Download Values’

Figure 5-9 shows an example of a recipe with data sets which may be configured using theabove procedures.

Figure 5-9: Example of a Recipe

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6. CHAPTER 6 QUICK TOUR 3 ............................................. 26.1. CONFIGURATION OF I/O MODULES...................................................26.2. TO SET ACCESS LEVEL ..........................................................................36.3. I/O MODULE TYPES.................................................................................36.3.1. To Define I/O Module Type .......................................................................36.4. CHANNEL TYPES......................................................................................56.4.1. To Define Channel Type.............................................................................66.4.2. Channel Types For Each Module................................................................76.4.3. Input Linearisation ......................................................................................86.5. PARAMETER AVAILABILITY SETTINGS...........................................86.5.1. To Select Parameter Availability ................................................................86.6. FAILURE TO WRITE A VALUE..............................................................96.7. TO SET UP OTHER I/O PARAMETERS ................................................96.7.1. Example ......................................................................................................9

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6. Chapter 6 QUICK TOUR 3

6.1. CONFIGURATION OF I/O MODULES

The I/O modules available with the 2500 DIN Rail Controller are:1. The two channel analogue input module 2500M/AI22. The two channel analogue output module 2500M/AO23. Quad digital input module 2500M/DI44. Quad digital output module 2500M/DO45. Relay module 2500M/RLY4This chapter describes how to configure these modules to suit the I/O plant devices such assensors, transducers and actuators.

About This Chapter

◊ To Set Access Level

◊ I/O Module Types

◊ Channel Types

◊ Parameter Availability Settings

◊ Failure To Write A Value

◊ To set up other I/O parameters

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6.2. TO SET ACCESS LEVEL

The instrument must be set to configuration level. This may be done in two ways:-

1. Right click on the Instrument View (or the device name in the Device Browser). Fromthe pop up menu select Set Access Level Configuration

OR2. From the menu bar, click Device Set Access Level Configuration

Note: When the instrument is in configuration level a warning is displayed on theinstrument view. No security code is required in iTools to enter configuration level.

WARNING! When the instrument is in configuration mode it will not be controlling theprocess.

6.3. I/O MODULE TYPES

There are five types of I/O module available in the 2500 controller which need to be definedbefore they are ‘soft wired’ in the application, see ‘User Wiring’ Chapter7. These modulesare:1. The Two Channel Analogue Input Module 2500M/AI22. The Two Channel Analogue Output Module 2500M/AO23. The Relay Module 2500M/RLY44. The Quad Digital Input Module 2500M/DI45. The Quad Digital Output Module 2500M/DO4

Each module is identified by its location in the 2500 base (1 to 16). The required moduletype must firstly be defined to correspond with the actual module type fitted. It is thennecessary to define the functionality of each channel. The procedure which follows gives ageneral description of this process.

6.3.1. To Define I/O Module Type

1. Select Set Access Level Configuration (as described above).

2. From the Device Browser open the I/O folder by clicking , or by double clicking onthe I/O folder or folder name.

3. Select the module to be defined (e.g. Module1) by clicking , or by double clicking onthe Module folder or folder name.

4. Select the module type, (e.g. MOD01) by single clicking on the folder or folder name5. This will open the Parameter List in the right hand window6. From the Parameter List select the Requested Module Type (e.g. ReqModID). This may

be done in two ways:-a) by double clicking the ReqModID line. ORb) right click on the ReqModID line and from the small pop up window select

Edit Parameter Value

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7. From the small pop up window which appears, press to open a list of module typesavailable.

8. Scroll to the Channel Type required and click OK or Apply9. The line Actual Module Type (ActModID) will change to the selected module type to

confirm that the command was successful. See table 6-1 for full list of module types.

Figure 6-1: Defining a Module Type

In this example Module1 (MOD01), is defined as an analogue input (AI2)

Note: The number in brackets (64) is the Modbus Address of the parameter

Name Description Values Meaning R/WMod01 LH_MOD_1 List Header ReadModSta ModStatus Module Status ReadActID ActMod_1 None (0)

DI4 (1)DO4_EP (16)

DO4_24 (17)DO4_SP *(18)

RLY4 (32)

None fittedDigital InputDig Output ExternalPSU24V Switched OutputDig Output SelfPoweredRelay Output

Read only parameterwhich confirms that therequested module isthe same as themodule fitted

Read

ReqID ReqMod_1 AI2 (64)AO2 (80)

Analogue InputAnalogue Output

Write parameterdefining the moduletype

Write

ModVer ModVers_1 Module firmwareversion

Read

Table 6-1: Full Range of Module Types

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6.4. CHANNEL TYPES

Each module contains a number of channels (generally, two for analogue modules and fourfor digital modules). Each channel must be configured to a type which corresponds to themodule type. A module type configured as an analogue input, for example will have input(linearisation) types such as thermocouple, RTD, etc.The selected input type is then linearised using the input Linearisation Type. It is possibleto configure any linearisation type with any input type This allows, for example, an inputtype configured for mA to be linearised to a thermocouple curve. Care should be taken,however, to ensure that the correct linearisation is applied to the input type selected. Aninput type configured as RTD, for example, would (normally) be linearised for PT100 but itis equally valid to use any other linearisation curve.

A module type configured as an analogue output requires the output type to be defined. Thechoices are voltage or mA current.

Table 6-2, overleaf, lists the Channel Type choices for the different module types.

The values shown in Table 6-2 are grouped with the I/O module for which they are relevant.This presentation will be shown in iTools when the check box ‘Hide Parameters which areNot Relevant’ is ticked in the Options menu Parameter Availability Settings.If this box is not ticked, then all possible parameters for all module types are shown in theiTools ‘Parameters’ display. Those parameters which are not relevant to the configuredmodule type, however, are shaded in grey and their values cannot be adjusted. In additionsome parameters are made read only and are shaded in blue. This option is made available tospeed up configuration for those users who are very familiar with the positions of theseparameters. See also Appendix B ‘The Menu Bar’.

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6.4.1. To Define Channel Type1. From the Device Browser open the I/O folder by clicking , or by double clicking on

the I/O folder or folder name.

2. Select the module to be defined (e.g. Module01) by clicking , or by double clickingon the Module folder or folder name.

3. Select the module channel number, (e.g. MO1-C1) by single clicking on the folder or thefolder name

4. From the Parameter List select Channel Type. This may be done in two ways:-a) by double clicking the Channel Type line. ORb) right click on the Channel Type line and from the small pop up window select

Edit Parameter Value5. From the small pop up window which appears, press to open a list of channel types

available6. Scroll to the Channel Type required. And click OK or Apply7. A full list of Channel Types available is given in Table 6-2

Figure 6-2: Defining Channel Type

In this example Module 1, Channel 1 (MO1_C1) is defined asa Resistance Thermometer input RTD linearised to a PT100 curve.

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6.4.2. Channel Types For Each ModuleChannel Type for module:- Analogue Input AI2

TYPE MeaningTC (1) Thermocouple inputPyro (2) Pyrometer inputmV (3) milli-volt inputmA (4) milli-amp inputV (5) Volts inputHiZV (6) High impedance voltage input, eg Zirconia probeOhms (7) Resistance inputHiOhms (8) High resistance inputPot (9) Potentiometer

Channel Type for module:- Analogue Output AO2

Value MeaningV (0) (30) VoltageMA (0) (31) Current

Channel Type for module:- Digital Outputs DO4-EP; DO4-24; DO4-SP

Value MeaningONOFFO (40) On Off outputTIMEPR (41) Time proportioning outputVLVRSE (42) Valve raise *

Channel Type for module:- Digital Input DI4

Value MeaningONOFF (50) On Off digital inputDEBNCE (51) De-bounce (for relay inputs)PULSE (52) Pulse input

Channel Type for module:- Relay Output RLY4

Value MeaningONOFFO (40) On Off outputTIMEPR (41) Time proportioning outputVLVRSE (42) Valve raise *

* If channel 1 or channel 3 is configured as Valve Raise, then the next channel, i.e. Channel 2or 4, will automatically be configured as Valve Lower. It is not possible to configure evennumbered channels for Valve Raise.The number in brackets is the enumeration for the parameter. This is the value correspondingto the selected choice

Table 6-2: Full Range of Channel Types

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6.4.3. Input LinearisationIf the Module Type is Analogue Input, it is necessary to configure the appropriatelinearisation curve for the sensor in use. After setting up the Channel Type double click theLinearisation Type line and from the small window select the appropriate curve.Note:- You can configure any Linearisation Type for any Channel Type, this allows, forexample, mA inputs to be linearised to a thermocouple curve. Care should be taken,however, to ensure that the correct curve is chosen for the input type configured. The tablebelow gives the choices available:-

Value MeaningJ T/C (0) J thermocoupleK T/C (1) K type thermocoupleL T/C (2) L thermocoupleR T/C (3) R thermocoupleB T/C (4) B thermocoupleN T/C (5) N thermocoupleT T/C (6) T thermocoupleS T/C (7) S thermocouplePL2 (8) Platinel 2 thermocoupleCUSTOM (9) Custom downloadPT100 (10) 100Ω Platinum resistance thermometerLINEAR (11) Linear volts or currentSQ ROOT (14) Square root

Note:- The number in brackets is the enumeration for the parameter

6.5. PARAMETER AVAILABILITY SETTINGS

The Channel Types shown in Table 6-2 are grouped with the Module Type for which they arerelevant. It is possible to display all available parameters whether or not they are relevant tothe Module Type selected. This is to allow for faster configuration than may be possible ifthe lists are segregated.

6.5.1. To Select Parameter Availability1. From the Menu Bar, click Options2. From the menu list, click Parameter Availability Settings3. To display those parameters which are not relevant to the Module Type, check the box

‘Hide Parameters which are Not Relevant’4. Un-check this box to show all parameters which are not relevant to the Module Type

selected. These parameters are presented with a greyed background and cannot bechanged

5. Check the box ‘Mark Parameters according to Relevance and Availability’ to display afurther filtered list of parameters. Some additional parameters listed will be Read only.Note:- This check box has no effect for clone files.

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6.6. FAILURE TO WRITE A VALUE

The message ‘Value Rejected by Device’ will appear if:a) The instrument is not in configuration level, when the parameter selected is a

configuration parameter ORb) An incorrect condition is requested. For example, if a module is configured as a Digital

Input a parameter associated with any other type (AO,AI or DO) will not be accepted

6.7. TO SET UP OTHER I/O PARAMETERS

The previous pages describe how to set up the module types, channel types and inputlinearisations for analogue modules. Associated with each of these steps are a number ofother parameters which may need to be configured. Generally these are the values associatedwith the particular configuration.. The principle of setting of these parameters is illustrated bythe following example

6.7.1. ExampleTo configure Module02, Channel 1 analogue output to 4-20mA

1. From the Device Browser select IO → Module02 → MO2_C1.2. From the parameter list

a) Double click VALH and enter the value which defines the % PID outputrequired to give maximum output eg 100%

b) Double click VALL and enter the value which defines the % PID outputrequired to give minimum output eg 0%

c) Double click IOH and enter the value to give maximum electrical output eg100 = 20mA.

d) Double click IOL and enter the value to give minimum electrical output eg 20= 4mA.

A PID output of 0 - 100% will give an electrical output of 4 - 20mA.

A full list of parameters is given in the parameter lists in Chapter 8.

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7. CHAPTER 7 QUICK TOUR 4 ............................................. 27.1. USER WIRING............................................................................................27.2. EXAMPLE PROCESS BLOCK DIAGRAM ............................................37.3. THE WIRING EDITOR..............................................................................57.3.1. To Open the Wiring Editor .........................................................................57.4. USER VALUES............................................................................................67.4.1. To Set Up a User Value ..............................................................................67.4.2. To Enter Text into the Comment Field .......................................................67.5. ANALOGUE CALCULATIONS................................................................77.5.1. Example: To Produce an Analogue Calculation Block .............................97.6. LOGIC (DIGITAL) CALCULATIONS...................................................117.6.1. Example: To Produce a Logic Calculation Block ...................................137.7. OUTPUT BEHAVIOUR IN ERROR SITUATIONS .............................157.8. WIREABLE PARAMETERS...................................................................177.8.1. Wiring Example 1: To Wire a Simple Single Loop Controller ................177.8.2. To Disconnect a Wiring Connection.........................................................187.8.3. Wiring Example 2: Relative Humidity....................................................197.9. WIREABLE PARAMETERS USING THE ANALOGUE OR LOGICCALCULATION TABS ...................................................................................217.10. USER WIRING USING THE WIREABLE PARAMETERS TAB.....227.11. TO SAVE CONFIGURATIONS ............................................................237.12. WIREABLE PARAMETER TABLES...................................................24

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7. Chapter 7 Quick Tour 4

7.1. USER WIRING

User Wiring in the 2500 controller allows applications to be created by internally soft wiringdigital and analogue parameters together, either directly or by using a selection ofmathematical or logical functions.The different aspects of User Wiring are:1. FunctionsFunctions allow mathematical or logical calculations to be performed on individual or a pairparameters. They are accessed through a set of tabbed pages in the User Wiring Editor asfollows:-• User Values. This allows real numbers to be assigned to any or all of eight place holders.

These values may be used as inputs to Analogue and Logic calculations.• Analogue Calc. Up to sixteen simple analogue calculations can be performed, with the

output of each being written to one of sixteen Calculated Values. In many cases, aCalculated Value will be assigned directly to a wireable parameter, but more complexcalculations can be performed by chaining, i.e. using Calculated Values as inputs tofurther calculations. An example of an analogue calculation is shown in Figure 7-1.

• Logic Calc. Logic or digital calculations are handled in the same way as analogue.Examples of Logic Calculations include AND, OR, XOR and LATCH. An example of ananalogue calculation is shown in Figure 7-1.

Figure 7-1: Examples of Analogue and Digital Functions2. ConnectionsConnections provide the facility to ‘soft’ wire parameters between ‘function blocks’ and I/Omodules. Function blocks are embedded applications in the 2500 controller, examples ofwhich are PID control, humidity, etc,. They are accessed through a tabbed page in the UserWiring Editor as follows:-

• Wireable Params. Wireable Parameters provide the facility to connect parameters tofunction blocks to produce the desired application.

Figure 7-2: Example of Wiring Parameters to a Function Block

RealCV

Max

Input 1

Input 2

BoolCV

AND

Input 1

Input 2

AI

AI

Dry

Wet

RHfunction

block

IO ModuleVal(ues)

‘Soft’ wiredconnections

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Before attempting any wiring it is recommended that a block diagram of the process orapplication is drawn. Each block should be allocated a reference name together with otherrelevant information.

An example of a block diagram is given in Figure 7-3. The elements of this block diagramare taken as examples and are used in this chapter to explain the different aspects of UserWiring listed above.

About This Chapter

◊ Example block diagram of a process◊ The wiring editor◊ User values◊ Analogue calculations◊ Logic (digital) calculations◊ Output behaviour in error situations◊ Wireable parameters◊ Wireable Parameter Tables

7.2. EXAMPLE PROCESS BLOCK DIAGRAM

Figure 7-3 represents an example block diagram of a process control system. It will be usedin this chapter to explain the principles of User Wiring. It is not intended to represent anyparticular process solution and is presented here for illustrative purposes only.

The block diagram comprises the following sections:1. A control loop, (loop1), which will be configured as a heat only temperature controller.

The input to the control loop is derived from an Analogue Input module. The outputdrives a time proportioning Digital Output module.

2. A control loop, (loop2), which will be configured as a humidity controller. The 2500DIN rail controller contains a humidity function block which calculates RelativeHumidity from wet and dry PRT input sensors.

3. A logic output is derived by the use of Analogue and Logic Calculations. The functionsof each of these blocks is described in this chapter.

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Figure 7-3: An Example of a Process Block Diagram

A description of the application for each of the above blocks is given in the following pages

M01_C1AI

M03_C1DO

Loop01

PV OP

Val wOPIOModule01 IOModule03

PV

Val

Val

PVM01_C2

AI

Loop02

PVDry

Wet

Dry

Wet

OP

HUMID1

DOPR01

<Input 1

AOPR01

Max

Input 1

Input 2M02_c1

AI

Input 2

USRVAL1

90.0

M03_C2DO

RH

Val P1_Val

P2-Val

Usr1

P1-Val

P2-ValBoolCV

RealCV

Val

M03_C4DO

Val

wOP

IOModule02

IOModule01

IOModule03

IOModule03

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7.3. THE WIRING EDITOR

Analogue and digital User Wiring is viewed or edited using a single set of tabbed pages: onepage for User Values, one for Analogue Calculations, one for Logic Calculations and onefor Wireable Parameters. The Wiring Editor simplifies production of applications byallowing wiring links to be made by dragging and dropping parameters.

7.3.1. To Open the Wiring Editor

The Wiring Editor can be opened in three ways:-

1. From the toolbar click next to Device Views OR2. From the View menu click User Wiring OR3. Right click on the instrument panel view or the device name in the Device Browser4. From the pop up menu select User Wiring

Figure 7-4: The Wiring Editor

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7.4. USER VALUES

User Values are intended for use as constants or comms inputs to calculations.

An example of a User Value is given in the Example Process Block Diagram Figure 7-3. It isshown as UserVal1 and provides a setpoint input (heater temperature threshold) to a DigitalOutput block

Select the User Values tab. This page is shown while editing either Analogue or LogicWiring. It allows a floating point numeric value or a boolean to be entered in each of eightUser Value slots.

Figure 7-5: User Values Tab

7.4.1. To Set Up a User ValueUser Values can be set in two ways:-

1. Double click on the UserVal- box or its Value OR2. Select the line containing the value which you wish to change. Then right click on this

line. From the small pop up window select Edit Parameter Value

A small dialog window will appear. Type in the new value.

7.4.2. To Enter Text into the Comment FieldText may be added into the comment field in two ways:-

1. Double click in the field in which you wish to enter the comment OR2. Select the line containing the comment which you wish to enter.. Then right click on this

line. From the small pop up window select Edit Parameter Comment

A small dialog window will appear. Type in the text.

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7.5. ANALOGUE CALCULATIONS

The Analog Calc page provides a convenient way to perform a mathematical calculation ontwo input variables. The input variables can be analogue or digital values. The Analog Calcpage allows you to set up the following conditions:1. To soft wire up to two inputs of an analogue calculation block to outputs of a previous

stage of a process2. To range each input individually by applying a multiplying factor3. To perform a mathematical calculation between the two inputs. Table 7-1 provides a full

list of the calculations which can be made4. To apply a maximum and minimum limit on the result of the calculation5. To provide a fallback value if the result of the calculation is incorrect6. An optional method of wiring the output of the analogue calculation to the next stage of

the process

With the User Wiring window maximised, a table allows up to sixteen calculations to beperformed. Each row of the table is labelled RealCV1 to RealCV16. According towhichever row of the table is selected (selection of individual cells is not possible), the formbelow the table allows the current calculation to be edited.

Selection of inputs is made by pressing the ellipsis button adjacent to the field. Thisbrings up a small window containing a parameter browser from which the required parametercan be selected. Alternatively, from the main browser drag and drop the required parameter

into the field adjacent to the ellipsis button

Wiring to wireable parameters is optional, and is made by adding entries to a list box. If awireable parameter is selected which is already wired to, a warning dialog box appears whichallows either override of the previous wire or cancel the operation.

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Figure 7-6: Analogue Calculation Tab

Table 7-1: Analogue Calculation Operators

Analogue Wiring OperatorsName Meaning

None No functionAdd AddSubtract SubtractMultiply MultiplyDivide Divide (Divide by zero gives invalid

status and high limit output)Abs Diff Absolute differenceMax Output = larger of both inputsMin Output = lesser of both inputsHot Swap Use secondary input if primary failsSample/hold For full description see pages 7-8/9Power xy Where x = input 1 and y = input 2Square Root Acts on input 1 only input 2 is ignoredLog Log10 Both act on input 1 onlyLn Logn Both act on input 1 only10^X Exponential Both act on input 1 only

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7.5.1. Example: To Produce an Analogue Calculation Block

An example of an analogue calculation is shown in the Example Process Block Diagram,Figure 7-3, and will be used to illustrate the principle of configuring analogue calculations.This example is a variant of a ‘highest wins’ circuit, which compares the two inputs andchooses the largest of the two. The first input (input 1) is an analogue value (0 - 100), and istaken from the output of the relative humidity function block. The second input (input 2) is aboolean which is taken from the output of a digital function block The boolean has amultiplying factor (of 50) applied to match the scaling of input 1.

If the boolean is not true the output is taken from input 1. If the boolean is true then the valueappearing at the output is taken from input 1 if it is greater than 50 and from input 2 if input 1is less than 50.

This particular configuration might be used in an application where it is required to maintaina minimum level of power to a heater element depending upon the condition of a digitalinput.

Figure 7-7: Analogue Calculation Block (‘Highest Wins’)

The wiring for this example is shown in Figure 7-6.

1. Select the Analog Calc tab2. Select one of the sixteen analogue operations by clicking on the RealCV- line

3. Click the ellipsis button against Input1 and from the small browser window locatethe parameter to be wired from. In this example the parameter is the output from thehumidity block, LOOP02.wOP, and will be found through the path ‘Control → Loop02→ wOP. Click OK, or double click on the name of the parameter (wOP)

4. In the Input1 multiplier box enter the multiplying factor on this input value (e.g. 1)

5. Click the ellipsis button against Input2 and from the small browser window locatethe parameter to be wired from. In this example the parameter is the output from a digitalcalculation block, BoolCV, and will be found through the path ‘User Wiring →Digital→ DOPR01 → BoolCV’. Click OK, or double click on the name of the parameter

6. In the Input2 multiplier box enter the multiplying factor on this input value (e.g. 50)7. Click the drop down menu, ,in the Operator box and from the small window select

the mathematical function required. In this example Max

Input 2

AOPR01

Max

Input 1From RelHumid output(LOOP02.wOP)

From DIGOP1(DOPR01.BoolCV)

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8. In the Hi and Lo Limit boxes enter the maximum and minimum output range. In thiscase 100% and 0%

9. In the Fallback box enter a value to that you want the output to go to if the result of thecalculation falls outside the output limits, (see ‘Output Behaviour in Error Situations’paragraph 7.5.2).

10. Check the Fallback Overrides Limits box if you want the output to take up the fallbackvalue in the event that the output limits are exceeded. If this box is not checked theoutput will clamp at the limit value.

11. To add a comment against each line select the line and type in the Comment box

Notes:1. The precise behaviour of Fallback is described in the tables overleaf2. The view taken in Figure 7-6 has the Panel View turned off3. The current values of the Input parameters are displayed, in blue, on the Analogue

Calculation view. They are found immediately above the ellipsis button, see Figure 7-64. The current value of the Output is displayed, in blue, on the Analogue Calculation view.

The result of the calculation can, therefore, be viewed directly, together with the values ofthe inputs, see Figure 7-6

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7.6. LOGIC (DIGITAL) CALCULATIONS

The Logic Calculations page provides a convenient way to perform logical calculations ontwo input variables. The input variables can be digital or analogue values. The LogicCalculations page allows you to set up the following conditions:1. To soft wire up to two inputs of a logic calculation block to outputs of a previous stage of

a process2. To individually invert each input3. To perform a logical calculation between the two inputs. Table 7-2 provides a full list of

the calculations which can be made4. To provide a fallback value if the result of the calculation is incorrect5. An optional method of wiring the output of the analogue calculation to the next stage of

the process

The presentation of the Logic Calculations page closely resembles that of AnalogueCalculations, however, it includes different fields to allow inversion of the logic inputs andomitting multipliers and limits. The two Invert check boxes are not used when the selectedoperator is any of those which expect numeric rather than Boolean inputs, e.g. ‘=’ or ‘>’.

With the User Wiring window maximised, a table allows up to sixteen calculations to beperformed. Each row of the table is labelled BoolCV1 to BoolCV16. According towhichever row of the table is selected (selection of individual cells is not possible), the formbelow the table allows the current calculation to be edited.

Selection of inputs is made by pressing the ellipsis button adjacent to the field. Thisbrings up a small window containing a parameter browser from which the required parametercan be selected. Alternatively, from the main browser drag and drop the required parameter

into the field adjacent to the ellipsis button

Wiring to wireable parameters is optional, and is made by adding entries to a list box. If awireable parameter is selected which is already wired to, a warning dialog box appears whichallows either override of the previous wire or cancel the operation.

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Figure 7-8: Logic Calculation Tab

Table 7-2: Logic Calculations Operators

Note: Logic Wiring (whether simple re-routing, or involving calculations) will always outputa Boolean type result, whether the inputs were Booleans, integers or reals.

Logic Wiring OperatorsMnemonic Meaning

None No functionAND ANDOR ORXOR Exclusive ORSRLATCH LatchingEQU = inputs are equalNE ≠ Inputs are not equalGT > Input 1 greater than input 2LT < Input 1 less than input 2GTE ≥ Input 1 greater than or equal

to input 2LTE ≤ Input 1 less than or equal to

input 2

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7.6.1. Example: To Produce a Logic Calculation Block

An example of a logic calculation is shown in the Example Process Block Diagram, Figure7-3, and will be used to illustrate the principle of configuring logic calculations. Theexample is a ‘comparator’ which compares the value of two inputs using the LT (Less Than<) operator. The first input (input 1) in this example is taken from the output of an analogueinput module. The second input (input 2) is an analogue User Value.

This type of application may be used to switch an alarm or event output or used in a decisionmaking situation. A logic output is produced if Input 1 is less than input 2.

In this example input 1 is taken from the analogue output of an analogue I/O module(M02_C1.Val) and input 2 is taken from a user variable (USRVAL.Usr1).

Figure 7-9: Logic Calculation Block (Input 1 < Input 2)

DOPR01

LT

Input 1

Input 2

From output of AI moduleM02_C1.Val

From output of user valuefunction block

(USRVAL.Usr1)

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The wiring for this example is shown in Figure 7-8

1. Select the Logic Calc tab2. Select one of sixteen logical operations by clicking on the RealCV- line

3. Click the ellipsis button against Input1 and from the small browser window locatethe parameter to be wired from. In this example the parameter is the output of the AImodule, M02_C1.Val, and will be found through the path ‘IO → Module02 → M02_C1→ Val’. Click OK, or double click on the name of the parameter.

4. Click the ellipsis button against Input2 and from the small browser window locatethe parameter to be wired from. In this example the parameter is the output of a uservalue, USRVAL.Usr1, and will be found through the path ‘User Wiring → USRVAL →Usr1’. Click OK, or double click on the name of the parameter

5. Click the drop down menu, , in the Operator box and from the small window selectthe logical function required. In this example LT

6. In the Fallback box enter a value to that you want the output to go to if the result of thecalculation is invalid (see ‘Output Behaviour in Error Situations’ paragraph 7.7).

7. To add a comment against each line select the line and type in the Comment box8. The current values of the Input parameters are displayed, in blue, on the Digital

Calculation view, They are found immediately above the ellipsis button, see Figure 7-89. The current value of the Output is displayed, in blue, on the Digital Calculation view.

The result of the calculation can, therefore, be viewed directly, together with the values ofthe inputs, see Figure 7-8

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7.7. OUTPUT BEHAVIOUR IN ERROR SITUATIONS

The following tables explain what state the output will be in during error conditions fordifferent types of calculation.

Analogue Calculations

Add, Subtract, Multiply, Divide, Absolute difference, Sample & Hold, Power

IP1 Bad IP2 Bad CV>HL CV<LL UseFBack Output Val1 X X X X FallbackX 1 X X X FallbackX X 1 0 1 FallbackX X 0 1 1 Fallback0 0 1 0 0 HL0 0 0 1 0 LL

0 = condition valid, 1 = condition invalid, X = condition unimportant

Select Max, Select Min

IP1 Bad IP2 Bad CV>HL CV<LL UseFBack Output Val1 0 0 0 X IP20 1 0 0 X IP11 1 X X X Fallback*X X 1 0 1 FallbackX X 0 1 1 Fallback0 0 1 0 0 HL0 0 0 1 0 LL

Hot Swap

IP1 Bad IP2 Bad CV>HL CV<LL UseFBack Output Val0 X 0 0 X IP11 0 0 0 X IP21 1 X X X Fallback *X X 1 0 1 FallbackX X 0 1 1 Fallback0 X 1 0 0 HLX 0 1 0 0 HL0 X 0 1 0 LLX 0 0 1 0 LL

Note: The output will take the fallback value, regardless of the fact that UseFBack is false,because this is the only option when both inputs are invalid

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Square Root, Log10, ln, 10x, ex

IP1 Bad IP2 Bad CV>HL CV<LL UseFBack Output Val0 X 1 0 1 Fallback0 X 0 1 1 Fallback1 X X X X Fallback0 X 1 0 0 HL0 X 0 1 0 LL

Logic CalculationsAny logic wiring operator

IP1 Bad IP2 Bad Output Val1 X FallbackX 1 Fallback

Sample & Hold Operation

Figure 7-10: Sample & Hold

Note 1: When Boolean parameters are used as inputs to analogue wiring, they will be set to0.0 and 1.0 as appropriate. Analogue wiring (whether simple re-routing, or involvingcalculations) will always output a real type result, whether the inputs were Booleans, integersor reals.

Note 2: If the result of either an Analogue Calculation or a Digital Calculation produces anerror situation, this will be propagated through subsequent calculations from input to output.This prevents subsequent calculations appearing to be valid when derived from an invalidinput.An example of this effect may be observed if a recursive filter is configured using thecalculation blocks, where its input is derived from its own output

10

0

5

-5

IP1

10

0

5

-5

IP2

Result

True

False

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7.8. WIREABLE PARAMETERS

The previous examples show wiring to Analogue and Logic Calculation blocks. Wiringbetween Control Blocks and other Application Specific Blocks uses the wireable parameterslisted under the Wireable Params tab. A complete list of these parameters and theirmeanings is given in the tables at the end of this chapter.

Figure 7-11: The Wireable Parameters Tab

7.8.1. Wiring Example 1: To Wire a Simple Single LoopController

Step1: To Connect the Input Module to the PID Loop

Figure 7-12: Block Diagram of PID Control Loop - Input Module Connection

(Note This view is taken with the Device Browser andInstrument Views turned off)

If All isselected thefull list ofwireableparameters isdisplayed.Alternatively,they aregroupedunder listheadings.

M01_C1AI

M03_C1DO

Loop01

PV OP

Val wOP

IO.Module01 IO.Module03

ProcessVar Val

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1. Select the Wireable Params tab2. In the column Parameter, point and click the parameter to be wired to. In this example

Control.LOOP01.PV3. In the column Wired From double click (or right click → Edit Wire) on the parameter to

be wired from.)4. From the small browser window which appears, select the parameter to be wired from. In

this example M01_C1.Val. This is found in the path I/O → Module01 → M01_C1 →Val.

5. Press OK or double click on this parameter to complete the connection6. To add a comment - double click in the Comment cell (or right click → Edit Parameter

Comment). The comment may be as long as practicable

Step 2: To Connect the PID Output to an Output Module

Figure 7-13: Block Diagram of PID Control Loop - Output Module Connection

This uses the same procedure as above1. Select the Wireable Params tab2. In the column Parameter, point and click the parameter to be wired to. In this example

IO.Module03.MO3_C1.Val3. In the column Wired From double click (or right click → Edit Wire) on the parameter to

be wired from.)4. From the small browser window which appears select the parameter to be wired from. In

this example LOOP01.wSP. This is found in the path Control → LOOP01 → wOP.5. Press OK or double click on this parameter to complete the connection6. To add a comment - double click in the Comment cell (or right click → Edit Parameter

Comment). The comment may be as long as practicable

Note: A full list of Wireable Parameters and their meanings is given in the tables on thefollowing pages.Alternative wiring methods are given in Appendix A.

7.8.2. To Disconnect a Wiring Connection

1. From the Wireable Params list, right click on the parameter to which the wire isconnected

2. From the pop up menu select Delete Wire

M01_C1AI

M03_C1DO

Loop01

PV OP

Val wOP

IO.Module01 IO.Module03

ProcessVar Val

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7.8.3. Wiring Example 2: Relative HumidityThe following example shows the use of a Control Application. Relative Humidity iscalculated in a Control Block called HUMID1 from ‘wet’ and ‘dry’ platinum resistance bulbs.The result, RH, provides the input to a controller using Wet and Dry bulbs. The dry bulbinput is derived from the same source as the temperature input in the previous example, andthe wet bulb is connected to the input of IOModule01 Channel 2.The wiring procedure is the same as that already described.

Figure 7-14: Relative Humidity Input

Connect the Dry Bulb output from IOModule01 to the Dry input of the Humidity block

1. Click the Wireable Params tab2. In the column Parameter, point and click the parameter to be wired to. In this example

Control.HUMID1.Dry3. In the column Wired From , double click (or right click → Edit Wire) on the parameter to

be wired from.4. From the small browser window select the parameter to be wired from - Val (IO →

Module01 → M01_C1 → Val)5. Press OK or double click on this parameter to complete the connection

Connect the Wet Bulb output from IOModule01 to the Wet input of the Humidity block

1. In the column Parameter, point and click the parameter to be wired to. In this exampleControl.HUMID1.Wet

2. In the column Wired From , double click (or right click → Edit Wire) on the parameter tobe wired from.

3. From the small browser window select the parameter to be wired from - Val (IO →Module01 → M01_C2 → Val)

4. Press OK or double click on this parameter to complete the connection

M01_C1AI

Val

PV

M01_C2AI

Loop02

PVDry

Wet

Val

Dry

WetRHHUMID1

IOModule01

OP

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Connect the Relative Humidity output from the RH block to the PV input of Loop02

1. In the column Parameter, point and click the parameter to be wired to. In this exampleControl.LOOP02.PV

2. In the column Wired From , double click (or right click → Edit Wire) on the parameter tobe wired from.

3. From the small browser window select the parameter to be wired from - HUMID1.RH(Control → HUMID1 → RH)

4. Press OK or double click on this parameter to complete the connection

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7.9. WIREABLE PARAMETERS USING THE ANALOGUE ORLOGIC CALCULATION TABS

In some circumstances, for example, when making connections to a number of points, it maybe more convenient to wire directly from the Analogue or Logic Calculations tab.

1. From the Analogue or Logic Calculations tab, click the Add button2. From the small browser window which appears, select the parameter to be wired to. In

this example IOModule03.M03_C2.Val3. Either double click the parameter or press OK

If a parameter has already been wired to a warning dialog box appears.

Figure 7-15: Wireable Parameters

4. To remove a parameter, select the parameter and press Remove

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7.10. USER WIRING USING THE WIREABLE PARAMETERS TAB

User Wiring will normally be achieved by the use of the Analogue and Logic CalculationTabs. Wiring can, however, be achieved using the Wireable Params tab only. Theprevious single loop controller example will be used again to describe the method:

Figure 7-16: PID Control Loop Block Diagram

1. Select the Wireable Params tab2. From the Wireable Params list (the right hand window) locate the parameter to be wired

to, i.e. ControlLOOP01 PV3. From the Device Browser locate the parameter to be wired from, i.e. Val. This is found

under IO → Module01 → M01_1A.4. Drag the parameter Val, to the parameter PV in the right hand window OR

Right click on the line ControlLOOP01 PV and click EditW ireFrom the small browser window double click on the parameter to be wired toi.e. IO → Module01 → M01_C1 → ValORSingle click on this parameter and press OK

5. To delete the wire, right click on the line ControlLOOP01 PV and click DeleteWire

Figure 7-17: Wiring from the Wireable Parameters Tab

M01_C1AI

Loop01

PV OP

Val

IOModule01 ProcessVariable

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7.11. TO SAVE CONFIGURATIONS

This uses the normal Windows commands Save and Save As

1. For a new configuration, from the File menu select Save As2. Choose the directory in which you wish to save the file, for example, \Program Files\Eurotherm\iTools3. Give the file a name4. The extension .uic (eurotherm instrument clone) will automatically be added

1. For an existing configuration, click on Save on the Toolbar or2. From the File menu select Save

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7.12. WIREABLE PARAMETER TABLES

As previously explained, Wireable Parameters may be displayed as a single list of allparameters or grouped under list headings. The wireable parameters are listed in thefollowing tables under list headings.

List Parameter

Modbus Address Description

Control HEX Decimal

LOOP01 PV 1 1 Process Variable

LOOP01 m-A 111 273 Auto/Manual Select

L01ALM Ih1 3403 13315 Alarm 1 Inhibit

L01ALM Ih2 340a 13322 Alarm 2 Inhibit



L01PID FF 64 100 Remote Feedfoward

L01PID Frz 101 257 Freeze Control Flag Value

L01PID I Hold 108 264 Integral Hold Flag

L01MTR PPos 28b 651 Pot Position

L01_SP rm SP 1e5 485 Remote Setpoint

L01_SP L-r 279 633 Remote Setpoint Enable

L01_OP rOH 20 32 Remote High Power Limit

L01_OP rOL 21 33 Remote Low Power Limit

L01_OP TkEn 278 632 OP Track Enable

L01_OP TrkIP 27f 639 Track Input

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List Parameter Modbus Address Description

Control HEX Decimal



L02ALM Ih1 342b 13355 Alarm 1 Inhibit




L02PID FF 464 1124 Loop 2 Remote Feedfoward

L02PID Frz 501 1281 Freeze Control Flag Value










Control HEX Decimal

HUMID Dry 2b63 11107 Dry Bulb Temperature

HUMID WEt 0x2b64 11108 Wet Bulb Temperature


Control HEX Decimal

ZIRC ClnPrb 2b2b 11051 Zirconia Clean Probe IP

ZIRC mV 2b36 11062 Zirconia Probe mV IP

ZIRC RGasIP 2b3f 11071 Zirconia Rmt Gas Ref IP

ZIRC TmpIP 2b41 11073 Zirconia Probe Temp IP

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User_Alarms

HEX Decimal

AN_ALM P1A 3dab 15787 Alarm 1 Input A Value

AN_ALM P1B 3dac 15788 Alarm 1 Input B Value

AN_ALM Ih1 3da5 15781 Alarm 1 Inhibit

AN_ALM P2A 3dbb 15803 Alarm 2 Input A Value

AN_ALM P2B 3dbc 15804 Alarm 2 Input B Value

AN_ALM Ih2 3db5 15797 Alarm 2 Inhibit

AN_ALM P3A 3dcb 15819 Alarm 3 Input A Value

AN_ALM P3B 3dcc 15820 Alarm 3 Input B Value

AN_ALM Ih3 3dc5 15813 Alarm 3 Inhibit

AN_ALM P4B 3ddc 15836 Alarm 4 Input B Value

AN_ALM Ih4Src 3ddd 15837 Alarm 4 Inhibit Source

AN_ALM Ih4 3dd5 15829 Alarm 4 Inhibit


User_Alarms

HEX Decimal

DIGALM P1 3e27 15911 Alarm 1 Input Value

DIGALM Ih1 3e22 15906 Alarm 1 Inhibit

DIGALM P2 3e2f 15919 Alarm 2 Input Value

DIGALM Ih2 3e2a 15914 Alarm 2 Inhibit



DIGALM P4 3e3f 15935 Alarm 4 Input Value

DIGALM Ih4 3e3a 15930 Alarm 4 Inhibit


Operator HEX Decimal

SYSTEM AckIP 3e61 15969 Global Alarm Ack Input

SYSTEM Inhibt 3e69 15977 Instrument Alarm Inhibit

SYSTEM GHd 2fe8 12264 Global SRL Hold Flag

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IO.Module01 HEX Decimal

MOD01 Ih1 34ac 13484 Alarm 1 Inhibit Value

MOD01 Ih2 34ad 13485 Alarm 2 Inhibit Value

MOD01 Ih3 34ae 13486 Alarm 3 Inhibit Value

MOD01 Ih4 34af 13487 Alarm 4 Inhibit Value

M01_C1 Val 1117 4375 Process Value (Eng Units)

M01_C1 Inhibt 39a1 14753 Status Alarm Inhibit




M01_C3 Inhibt 39b1 14769 Status Alarm Inhibit


M01_C4 Inhibt 39b9 14777 Status Alarm Inhibit

The above table is repeated for IO Modules 02 to 16.To find the Modbus addresses for each parameter add the following to the previous addressfor that parameter:Ih1, Ih2, Ih3, Ih4 add 50 (HEX), 80 (decimal)Val add 1A0 (HEX), 416 (decimal)Inhibit Add 40 (HEX), 64 (decimal)i.e:-


IO.Module02 HEX Decimal

MOD02 Ih1 34fc 13564 Alarm 1 Inhibit Value

M02_C1 Val 12B7 4791 Process Value (Eng Units)

M02_C1 Inhibt 39f9 14841 Status Alarm Inhibit

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User_WiringAnalog

HEX Decimal

AOPR01 P1_Val 3009 12297 Input 1 Value

AOPR01 P2_Val 300a 12298 Input 2 Value



AOPR03 P1_Val 301f 12319 Input 1 Value



AOPR04 P2_Val 302b 12331 Input 2 Value






AOPR07 P2_Val 304c 12364 Input 2 Value







AOPR11 P1_Val 311f 12575 Input 1 Value









AOPR15 P2_Val 314c 12620 Input 2 Value



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User_WiringDigital

HEX Decimal

DOPR01 P1_Val 305d 12381 Input 1 Value

DOPR01 P2_Val 305e 12382 Input 2 Value

DOPR02 P1_Val 3064 12388 Input 1 Value


DOPR03 P1_Val 306b 12395 Input 1 Value

DOPR03 P2_Val 306c 12396 Input 2 Value




DOPR05 P2_Val 307a 12410 Input 2 Value






DOPR08 P2_Val 308f 12431 Input 2 Value





DOPR11 P1_Val 316b 12651 Input 1 Value

DOPR11 P2_Val 316c 12652 Input 2 Value




DOPR13 P2_Val 317a 12666 Input 2 Value






DOPR16 P2_Val 318f 12687 Input 2 Value

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8. Chapter 8 MODBUS ADDRESSESThis chapter lists the Modbus addresses for parameters in the 2500 controller. It is inalphabetical order by List Header followed by Address order.Enumerations are parameter states.This information is also available as an EXCEL spreadsheet from Eurotherm Controls (seeAppendix F ‘Eurotherm Office Addresses’).

List Mnemonic Modbus Address Enumeration Description

Header HEX Decimal

AN_ALM P1ASrc 3da0 15776 Alarm 1 Input A Source

AN_ALM P1BSrc 3da1 15777 Alarm 1 Input B Source

AN_ALM AL 1 3da2 15778 0 OFF1 AbSLo2 AbSHi16 dEVbnd17 devHi18 devLo

Alarm 1 Type

AN_ALM SP 1 3da3 15779 Alarm 1 Setpoint

AN_ALM HY 1 3da4 15780 Alarm 1 Hysteresis

AN_ALM Ih1 3da5 15781 Alarm 1 Inhibit

AN_ALM Bloc 1 3da6 15782 0 no1 YES

Alarm 1 Blocking

AN_ALM Ltch 1 3da7 15783 0 no1 Auto2 Man

Alarm 1 Latching

AN_ALM Ack 1 3da8 15784 0 no1 YES

Alarm 1 Acknowledge

AN_ALM OP 1 3da9 15785 Alarm 1 Output

AN_ALM P1A 3dab 15787 Alarm 1 Input A Value

AN_ALM P1B 3dac 15788 Alarm 1 Input B Value

AN_ALM Ih1Src 3dad 15789 Alarm 1 Inhibit Source

AN_ALM AN_ALM 3daf 15791 User Analogue AlarmParameters

The above parameters are repeated for Alarms 2 to 4

To find the Modbus addresses for each parameter add 10 (HEX) or 16 (Decimal) to theprevious address. I.e.:-

AN_ALM P2ASrc 3db0 15792 Alarm 2 Input A Source

AN_ALM AlmSW 3edd 16093 Alarms 1-4 Status Word



List Modbus Address Enumeration Description

Header Mnemonic HEX Decimal

AOPR01 Oper 3000 12288 0 None1 Add2 Sub3 Mul4 Div5 AbsDif6 Max7 Min8 HotSwp9 S/Hold10 Expt11 Sqrt12 Log13 Ln14 Exp15 10^x

Operator

AOPR01 P1_Src 3001 12289 Input 1 Source

AOPR01 P2_Src 3002 12290 Input 2 Source

AOPR01 P1_Mul 3003 12291 Input 1 Scaler

AOPR01 P2_Mul 3004 12292 Input 2 Scaler

AOPR01 FallBk 3005 12293 Fall Back Value

AOPR01 UseFBk 3006 12294 Enable Fall Back

AOPR01 HiLim 3007 12295 Output High Limit

AOPR01 LoLim 3008 12296 Output Low Limit



AOPR01 RealCV 30d7 12503 Output Value

AOPR01 CVStat 30d8 12504 Status

AOPR01 AOPR01 30f0 12528 Analogue Operation AOPR01

The above parameters are repeated for Analogue Output Modules AOPR02 to AOPR16

To find the Modbus addresses for each parameter up to AOPR08 add B (HEX) or 11 (Decimal)to the previous address.

The offset between AOPR08 and AOPR09 is, however, 179 (Decimal)

I.e.:-

AOPR02 Oper 300b 12299 Operator

AOPR09 Oper 3100 12544 Operator

AOPR10 Oper 310b 12555 Operator



List Mnemonic Modbus Address Description

Header HEX Decimal

ATUN tuning 0x10e 270 0 OFF1 on

Tuning Active

ATUN TnStat 0x10f 271 Tuning State

ATUN TnLpNr 117 279 0 OFF1 LP12 LP2

Tune Loop Number

ATUN ATUN 1fc 508 Autotune Parameters


Header HEX Decimal

COMMS COMMS 1f6 502 Serial Comms Parameters

COMMS Addr 3fe0 16352 Comms Address

COMMS Baud 3fe1 16353 Comms Baud Rate

COMMS Parity 3fe2 16354 0 nonE1 EvEn2 Odd

Comms Parity

COMMS Res 3fe3 16355 0 Full1 Int

Comms Resolution

COMMS dELy 3fe4 16356 0 no1 YES

Comms Delay

COMMS FLAGS 3fe5 16357 Comms Special Case Flags




Header HEX Decimal

DESCR DESCR 1e2 482 Descriptive Parameters

DESCR nIndRW 4000 16384 R/W Modbus indirect table size

DESCR nIndRO 4100 16640 R/O Modbus indirect table size

DESCR nFID 7f00 32512 Number of Feature Identifiers

DESCR F1 7f01 32513 Feature1: Indirect ModbusAddr.

DESCR F1_1 7f02 32514 Address of RO IndirectionTable

DESCR F1_2 7f03 32515 Address of RW IndirectionTable

DESCR F1_3 7f04 32516 Not used

DESCR F2 7f05 32517 Feature2: Modbus WordOrdering

DESCR F2_1 7f06 32518 High order word in low reg.addr



DESCR F3 7f09 32521 Feature3: Modbus FunctionCodes

DESCR F3_1 7f0a 32522 FCs 3;4;6;7;8 and 16 supported

DESCR F3_2 7f0b 32523 FCs 17-19 NOT supported

DESCR F3_3 7f0c 32524 FCs 70 and 71 supported

DESCR F4 7f0d 32525 Feature4: Analog ValueFormats

DESCR F4_1 7f0e 32526 16 bit scaled & IEEE & 32 bitint

DESCR F4_2 7f0f 32527 Not used


DESCR CC fff0 65520 Company ID

DESCR II fff1 65521 Product ID (Alt InstrumentIdent)

DESCR V0 fff2 65522 Instrument Version Number

DESCR FitA fff3 65523 Feature Identifier Table Addr

DESCR PidCS fff4 65524 Product ID Table Checksum




Header HEX Decimal

DIAG DIAG 1e1 481 General Diagnostic Parameters

DIAG 1ACtH 1121 4385 Mod 1 Ch 1 Hardware Counts Hi

DIAG 1ACtL 1122 4386 Mod 1 Ch 1 Hardware Counts Lo

DIAG 1BCtH 1131 4401 Mod 1 Ch 2 Hardware Counts Hi

DIAG 1BCtL 1132 4402 Mod 1 Ch 2 Hardware Counts Lo

DIAG 2ACtH 12c1 4801 Mod 2 Ch 1 Hardware Counts Hi

DIAG 2ACtL 12c2 4802 Mod 2 Ch 1 Hardware Counts Lo

DIAG 2BCtH 12d1 4817 Mod 2 Ch 2 Hardware Counts Hi

DIAG 2BCtL 12d2 4818 Mod 2 Ch 2 Hardware Counts Lo









DIAG 5BCtH 17a1 6049 Mod 5 Ch 1 Hardware Counts Hi

DIAG 5BCtL 17a2 6050 Mod 5 Ch 1 Hardware Counts Lo

DIAG 5BCtH 17b1 6065 Mod 5 Ch 2 Hardware Counts Hi

DIAG 5BCtL 17b2 6066 Mod 5 Ch 2 Hardware Counts Lo





DIAG 7ACtH 1ae1 6881 Mod 7 Ch 1 Hardware Counts Hi

DIAG 7ACtL 1ae2 6882 Mod 7 Ch 1 Hardware Counts Lo

DIAG 7BCtH 1af1 6897 Mod 7 Ch 2 Hardware Counts Hi

DIAG 7BCtH 1af2 6898 Mod 7 Ch 2 Hardware Counts Lo

DIAG 8ACtH 1c81 7297 Mod 8 Ch 1 Hardware Counts Hi

DIAG 8ACtL 1c82 7298 Mod 8 Ch 1 Hardware Counts Lo

DIAG 8BCtH 1c91 7313 Mod 8 Ch 2 Hardware Counts Hi

DIAG 8BCtL 1c92 7314 Mod 8 Ch 2 Hardware Counts Lo

DIAG 9ACtH 1e21 7713 Mod 9 Ch 1 Hardware Counts Hi

DIAG 9ACtL 1e22 7714 Mod 9 Ch 1 Hardware Counts Lo

DIAG 9BCtH 1e31 7729 Mod 9 Ch 2 Hardware Counts Hi



DIAG 9BCtL 1e32 7730 Mod 9 Ch 2 Hardware Counts Lo

DIAG 10ACtH 1fc1 8129 Mod 10 Ch 1 Hardware Counts Hi

DIAG 10ACtL 1fc2 8130 Mod 10 Ch 1 Hardware Counts Lo

DIAG 10BCtH 1fd1 8145 Mod 10 Ch 2 Hardware Counts Hi

DIAG 10BCtL 1fd2 8146 Mod 10 Ch 2 Hardware Counts Lo









DIAG 13ACtH 24a1 9377 Mod 13 Ch 1 Hardware Counts Hi

DIAG 13ACtL 24a2 9378 Mod 13 Ch 1 Hardware Counts Lo

DIAG 13BCtH 24b1 9393 Mod 13 Ch 2 Hardware Counts Hi

DIAG 13BCtL 24b2 9394 Mod 13 Ch 2 Hardware Counts Lo





DIAG 15ACtH 27e1 10209 Mod 15 Ch 1 Hardware Counts Hi

DIAG 15ACtL 27e2 10210 Mod 15 Ch 1 Hardware Counts Lo

DIAG 15BCtH 27f1 10225 Mod 15 Ch 2 Hardware Counts Hi

DIAG 15BCtL 27f2 10226 Mod 15 Ch 2 Hardware Counts Lo

Note:-These parameters are used for diagnostic purposes only and will generally not be required ina process application.Hardware counts represents the number returned to interpret the value of a measurement. Forexample, a linear input range -100 to +100mV at 16 bit resolution is 0 to 65536 (216).A hardware count of 32768, therefore, represents an input of 0mV in this example.




Header HEX Decimal

DIGALM DIGALM 3e1f 15903 User Digital Alarm Parameters

DIGALM P1Src 3e20 15904 Alarm 1 Input Source

DIGALM AL 1 3e21 15905 83 none84 IStrue85 ISFALS86 Gotrue87 GoFALS88 ChAnGE

Alarm 1 Type


DIGALM Bloc 1 3e23 15907 0 no1 YES

Alarm 1 Blocking

DIGALM Ltch 1 3e24 15908 0 no1 Auto2 mAn

Alarm 1 Latching

DIGALM Ack 1 3e25 15909 0 no1 YES

Alarm 1 Acknowledge

DIGALM OP 1 3e26 15910 0 OFF1 on

Alarm 1 Output


DIGALM P2Src 3e28 15912 Alarm 2 Input Source

DIGALM Ih1Src 3e80 16000 Alarm 1 Inhibit Source




DIGALM AlmSW 3ede 16094 Alarms 1-4 Status Word

The above parameters are repeated for Digital Alarms 2 to 4To find the Modbus addresses for each parameter add 8 (HEX) or 8 (Decimal) to the previousaddress. I.e.:-DIGALM AL 2 3e29 15913 As AL 1 Alarm 2 Type




Header HEX Decimal

DOPR01 Oper 3058 12376 0 None1 AND2 OR3 XOR4 LATCH5 =6 <>7 >8 <9 >10 <

Operator

DOPR01 P1_Src 3059 12377 Input 1 Source

DOPR01 P2_Src 305a 12378 Input 2 Source

DOPR01 FallBk 305b 12379 Fall Back Value

DOPR01 InvMsk 305c 12380 Invert Inputs Mask



DOPR01 BoolCV 30e7 12519 Output Value

DOPR01 CVStat 30e8 12520 Status

DOPR01 DOPR01 30f8 12536 Digital Operation DOPR01

The above parameters are repeated for Digital Outputs 02 to 16To find the Modbus addresses for each parameter add 7 (HEX) or 7 (Decimal) to the previousaddress. The offset between DOPR08 and DOPR09 is, however, 207 (Decimal), i.e.:-DOPR02 Oper 305f 12383 Operator

DOPR09 Oper 3158 12632 Operator

DOPR10 Oper 315f 12639 Operator


Header HEX Decimal

HUMID HUMID 2b50 11088 Humidity/Dew PointParameters

HUMID cOrr 2b5d 11101 Wet Bulb Temp Correction

HUMID AP 2b5e 11102 Atmospheric Pressure

HUMID Sbrk 2b5f 11103 Sensor Break

HUMID PSY Cn 2b60 11104 Psychometric Constant

HUMID RH 2b61 11105 Relative Humidity

HUMID DewPnt 2b62 11106 Wet/Dry Temp Dew Point

HUMID Dry 2b63 11107 Dry Bulb Temperature

HUMID WEt 2b64 11108 Wet Bulb Temperature

HUMID WEtSrc 3093 12435 Wet Bulb Temperature Source

HUMID DrySrc 3094 12436 Dry Bulb Temperature Source




Header HEX Decimal

L01_OP Ch1.OP d 13 Ch1 Output

L01_OP Ch2.OP e 14 Ch2 Output

L01_OP db 10 16 0 OFF Ch1/Ch2 Deadband

L01_OP OP.Hi 1e 30 High Power Limit

L01_OP OP.Lo 1f 31 Low Power Limit



L01_OP oSb.OP 22 34 Sensor Break Power

L01_OP OPrr 25 37 0 OFF Output Rate Limit (/second)

L01_OP Sb.OP 28 40 OnOff Sensor Break Action

L01_OP ont.1 2d 45 Ch1 Output Minimum On Time

L01_OP AbPwrL 2e 46 Absolute Low Power limit

L01_OP FOP 54 84 Forced Output Level

L01_OP hYS.1 56 86 Ch1 Hysteresis

L01_OP hYS.2 58 88 Ch2 Hysteresis

L01_OP ont.2 59 89 Ch2 Output Minimum On Time

L01_OP L01_OP 1fa 506 Loop 1 Output Parameters



The above parameters are repeated for LO2_OPTo find the Modbus addresses for each parameter add 400 (HEX) or 1024 (Decimal) to theprevious address. I.e.:-L02_OP Ch1.OP 40d 1037 Ch1 Output

L01_OP TrkSrc 3099 12441 Track Input Source

L01_OP rOHSrc 309b 12443 Remote High Power Limit Src

L01_OP rOLSrc 309d 12445 Remote Low Power LimitSource

L01_OP TkESrc 30be 12478 OP Track Enable Source

The above parameters are repeated for LO2_OPTo find the Modbus addresses for each parameter add 1 (HEX) or 1 (Decimal) to the previousaddress. I.e.:-L02_OP TrkSrc 309a 12442 Track Input Source




Header HEX Decimal

L01_SP SSEL f 15 0 SP11 SP2

Internal Setpoint Select

L01_SP SP 1 18 24 Setpoint 1

L01_SP SP 2 19 25 Setpoint 2

L01_SP Loc.t 1b 27 Local Setpoint Trim

L01_SP SPrr 23 35 SP Rate Limit

L01_SP SRLHb 29 41 0 OFF1 HbAc

SP Rate Limit Holdback Status

L01_SP rAt 3d 61 Ratio Setpoint

L01_SP Hb 41 65 SP Rate Limit Holdback Value

L01_SP Loc.H 42 66 Local Setpoint Trim High Limit

L01_SP Loc.L 43 67 Local Setpoint Trim Low Limit

L01_SP Hb.ty 46 70 0 OFF1 Lo2 Hi3 bAnd

SP Rate Limit Holdback Type

L01_SP SRLDis 4e 78 SP Rate Limit Disable

L01_SP NwTrSP 5c 92 Next Slave Inst Target Setpoint

L01_SP NwRmRt 5d 93 Next Slave Inst Ramp Rate

L01_SP SlSync 5e 94 Slave Instrument Sync Signal

L01_SP SRLHd 5f 95 SP Rate Limit Hold

L01_SP SP H 6f 111 Setpoint 1 High Limit

L01_SP SP L 70 112 Setpoint 1 Low Limit

L01_SP SP2.H 71 113 Setpoint 2 High Limit

L01_SP SP2.L 72 114 Setpoint 2 Low Limit

L01_SP SRLAct 113 275 SP Rate Limit Active Status

L01_SP SRLStA 115 277 SP Rate Limit Complete Flag

L01_SP Hbkdis 116 278 Holdback Disable

L01_SP StkHbk 1d7 471 Sticky Holdback Status


L01_SP L01_SP 1fb 507 Loop 1 Setpoint Parameters


The above parameters are repeated for LO2_SPTo find the Modbus addresses for each parameter add 400 (HEX) or 1024 (Decimal) to theprevious address. I.e.:-L02_SP SSEL 40f 1039 Internal Setpoint Select

L01_SP L-rSrc 30bc 12476 Remote SP Enable Source

L01_SP rm Src 30c6 12486 Remote Setpoint Source



The above parameters are repeated for LO2_SPTo find the Modbus addresses for each parameter add 1 (HEX) or 1 (Decimal) to the previousaddress. I.e.:-L02_SP L-rSrc 30bd 12477 Remote Setpoint Enable

SourceL02_SP rm Src 30c7 12487 Remote Setpoint Source




Header HEX Decimal

L01ALM AL 1 3400 13312 0 OFF1 AbsLo2 AbsHi3 dEVbnd17 devHi18 devLo

Alarm 1 Type

L01ALM SP 1 3401 13313 Alarm 1 Setpoint

L01ALM HY 1 3402 13314 Alarm 1 Hysteresis


L01ALM bLoc 1 3404 13316 0 no1 YES

Alarm 1 Blocking

L01ALM Ltch 1 3405 13317 0 no1 Auto2 mAn

Alarm 1 Latching

L01ALM Ack 1 3406 13318 0 no1 YES

Alarm 1 Acknowledge

The above parameters are repeated for Loop Alarms 02 to 04To find the Modbus addresses for each parameter add 7 (HEX) or 7 (Decimal) to the previousaddress. I.e.:-L01ALM AL 2 3407 13319 As AL1 Alarm 2 Type

L01ALM OP 1 341c 13340 0 OFF1 on

Alarm 1 Output

L01ALM OP 2 341d 13341 As above Alarm 2 Output

L01ALM OP 3 341e 13342 As above Alarm 3 Output

L01ALM OP 4 341f 13343 As above Alarm 4 Output

L01ALM GrpAck 3420 13344 Group Alarm Acknowledge

L01ALM RtUnit 3421 13345 0 Sec 1 min Alarm 4 Rate Units

L01ALM Ih1Src 3422 13346 Alarm 1 Inhibit Source




L01ALM L01ALM 3427 13351 Loop 1 Alarm Parameters

The above parameters are repeated for LO2_ALMTo find the Modbus addresses for each parameter add 28 (HEX) or 40 (Decimal) to theprevious address. I.e.:-L02ALM AL 1 3428 13352 As L01ALM Alarm 1 Type

L01ALM AlmSW 3edc 16092 Alarm Status Word

The above parameter is repeated for LO2_ALMTo find the Modbus addresses for add 1 (HEX) or 1 (Decimal) to the previous address. I.e.:-L02ALM AlmSW 3edd 16093 Alarm Status Word




Header HEX Decimal

L01CFG Act 7 7 0 rev1 dir

Control Action

L01CFG rnG.L b 11 Process Value Low Limit

L01CFG rnG.H c 12 Process Value High Limit

L01CFG Pb.u 17b 379 0 EnG1 %

Proportional Band Units

L01CFG L01CFG 1f4 500 Loop 1 ConfigurationParameters

L01CFG CtrL 200 512 0 PID1 OnOff2 VP3 VPB4 PID 1&25 PIDon6 on 1&2

Control Type

L01CFG LpType 201 513 0 Single Loop Type

L01CFG dEc.P 202 514 0 nnnn1 nnn.n2 nn.nn

Decimal Places in Disp/Comms

L01CFG COOL 20c 524 0 Lin1 oiL2 H2O3 Fan4 ProP

Cooling Type

L01CFG ti.td 211 529 0 Sec1 Min

Integral and Deriv Time Units

L01CFG Fwd.t 214 532 0 nonE1 FEED2 SP.FF3 PV.FF

Feedforward Type

L01CFG dtyP 226 550 0 PV1 Err

Derivative Type

L01CFG Sbr.t 229 553 0 SbOP1 HoLd

Sensor Break Type

L01CFG Pd.tr 22b 555 0 no1 YES

Manual/Auto Transfer PDControl

L01CFG FOP 22c 556 0 no1 trAc2 StEP

Forced Manual Output Mode

L01CFG PwrF 235 565 0 OFF1 on

Power Feedback Enable

The above parameters are repeated for LO2_CFGTo find the Modbus addresses for each parameter add 400 (HEX) or 1024 (Decimal) to theprevious address. I.e.:-L02CFG Act 407 1031 As L01CFG Control Action




Header HEX Decimal

L01INF I OP 37 55 Integral Component of Output

L01INF d OP 74 116 Derivative Component ofOutput

L01INF FF.OP d1 209 Feedforward Component ofOutput

L01INF P OP d6 214 Proportional Component ofOutput

L01INF VO db 219 VP Velocity Output

L01INF L01INF 1fe 510 Loop 1 Diagnostic Parameters

The above parameters are repeated for LO2_INF.To find the Modbus addresses for each parameter add 400 (HEX) or 1024 (Decimal) to theprevious address. I.e.:-L02INF I OP 437 1079 Integral Component of Output


Header HEX Decimal

L01MTR tm 15 21 Valve Travel Time

L01MTR mP.t 36 54 Minimum Pulse Time

L01MTR VP OP 3c 60 VP Manual Output

L01MTR Sb.OP 3e 62 Bounded Sensor Break Action

L01MTR In.t 7b 123 Valve Inertia Time

L01MTR bAc.t 7c 124 Valve Backlash Time

L01MTR V.br 80 128 Boundless Sensor BreakAction

L01MTR L01MTR 1f9 505 Loop 1 Valve PositionerParams


The above parameters are repeated for LO2_MTR.To find the Modbus addresses for each parameter add 400 (HEX) or 1024 (Decimal) to theprevious address. I.e.:-L02MTR tm 415 1045 Valve Travel Time

L01MTR PPoSrc 3097 12439 Pot Position Source

L02MTR PPoSrc 3098 12440 Pot Position Source




Header HEX Decimal

L01PID PB 6 6 Working Proportional Band

L01PID Ti 8 8 Working Integral Time

L01PID Td 9 9 0 OFF Working Derivative Time

L01PID Lcb 11 17 0 Auto Working Cutback Low

L01PID Hcb 12 18 0 Auto Working Cutback High

L01PID rEL 13 19 Working Ch1/Ch2 RelativeGain

L01PID rES 1c 28 Working Manual Reset

L01PID SET 48 72 0 Pid 11 Pid 23 Pid 3

Working PID Set

L01PID Lb t 53 83 Loop Break Time

L01PID FF.Pb 61 97 Feedforward Proportional Band

L01PID FF.tr 62 98 Feedforward Offset Value

L01PID FF.dv 63 99 Feedforward Trim Limit

L01PID FF 64 100 Remote Feedfoward

L01PID Frz 101 257 0 no 1 YES Freeze Control Flag Value

L01PID LPbrk 107 263 Loop Break Status Flag


L01PID Adc 110 272 0 mAn1 cALc

Manual Reset Auto CalcEnable

L01PID UpdPid 179 377 Update PID value status switch

L01PID MaxDsp 17c 380 Maximum Displayable Value

L01PID MinDsp 17d 381 Minimum Displayable Value

L01PID MxTDTI 17e 382 Max Derivative/Integral time

L01PID MnPosN 17f 383 Minimum Positive Number

L01PID L01PID 1f8 504 Loop 1 Control Parameters

L01PID Debump 27a 634 Debump Flag

The above parameters are repeated for LO2_PID.To find the Modbus addresses for each parameter add 400 (HEX) or 1024 (Decimal) to theprevious address. I.e.:-L02PID PB 406 1030 Working Proportional Band

L01PID FrzSrc 30b0 12464 Freeze Control Flag Source

L01PID I HSrc 30b2 12466 Integral Hold Flag Source

L01PID FF_Src 30c8 12488 Remote Feedfoward Source

The above parameters are repeated for LO2_PID.To find the Modbus addresses for each parameter add 1 (HEX) or 1 (Decimal) to the previousaddress. I.e.:-L01PID FrzSrc 30b1 12465 Freeze Control Flag Source




Header HEX Decimal

L01SET PB1 15f 351 Proportional Band (Set 1)

L01SET Ti1 160 352 Integral Time (Set 1)

L01SET Td1 161 353 0 OFF Derivative Time (Set 1)

L01SET rEL1 162 354 Ch1/Ch2 Relative Gain (Set 1)

L01SET rES1 163 355 Manual Reset (Set 1)

L01SET Hcb1 164 356 0 Auto Cutback High (Set 1)

L01SET Lcb1 165 357 0 Auto Cutback Low (Set 1)

L01SET PB2 166 358 Proportional Band (Set 2)

L01SET Ti2 167 359 0 OFF Integral Time (Set 2)

L01SET Td2 168 360 0 OFF Derivative Time (Set 2)


L01SET rES2 16a 362 Manual Reset (Set 2)

L01SET Hcb2 16b 363 0 Auto Cutback High (Set 2)

L01SET Lcb2 16c 364 0 Auto Cutback Low (Set 2)

L01SET PB3 16d 365 Proportional Band (Set 3)

L01SET Ti3 16e 366 0 OFF Integral Time (Set 3)

L01SET Td3 16f 367 0 OFF Derivative Time (Set 3)


L01SET rES3 171 369 Manual Reset (Set 3)

L01SET Hcb3 172 370 0 Auto Cutback High (Set 3)

L01SET Lcb3 173 371 0 Auto Cutback Low (Set 3)

L01SET nSets 175 373 Number of PID Sets to Use

L01SET PidSch 176 374 0 OFF1 SET2 SP3 PV4 ER5 OP

Scheduling Type

L01SET bound1 177 375 Set 1/2 Transition Boundary

L01SET bound2 178 376 Set 2/3 Transition Boundary

L01SET L01SET 1ff 511 Loop 1 PID SchedulerParameters

The above parameters are repeated for LO2_SET.To find the Modbus addresses for each parameter add 400 (HEX) or 1024 (Decimal) to theprevious address. I.e.:-L02SET PB1 55f 1375 Proportional Band (Set 1)




Header HEX Decimal

L01SPC L01SPC 1f3 499 Loop 1 Setpoint Configuration

L01SPC rm.Tr 20e 526 0 OFF 1 trAc Remote Tracking

L01SPC m.Tr 20f 527 0 OFF 1 trAc Manual Track

L01SPC rmP.U 213 531 0 PSEc1 Pmin2 PHr

Rate Limit Units

L01SPC rmt 217 535 0 nonE1 SP2 Loc.t4 rmt.t

Remote Setpoint Configuration

L01SPC St.LR 280 640 0 NoChng1 Local2 Remote

Start up Local/Remote Mode

L01SPC St.WSP 281 641 0 No Chng1 GotoPV2 GoTSP

Star up WSP Mode

L01SPC St.Hld 282 642 0 NoChng1 Hold2 NoHold

Start up Hold Mode

L01SPC PVOnSc 283 643 WSP To PV On Slave Sync Sig

The above parameters are repeated for LO2_SPC.To find the Modbus addresses for each parameter add 400 (HEX) or 1024 (Decimal) to theprevious address. I.e.:-L02SPC L01SPC 5f3 1523 Loop 1 Setpoint Configuration


Header HEX Decimal

LOOP01 t.SP 2 2 Target Setpoint

LOOP01 T OP 3 3 Target Output Power

LOOP01 w.OP 4 4 Working Output

LOOP01 w.SP 5 5 Working Setpoint

LOOP01 V POS 35 53 Valve Position

LOOP01 o-oOP 55 85 On Off Control Output

LOOP01 SbrSt 102 258 Sensor Break Status Flag


LOOP01 WSP.Hi 180 384 Working Setpoint High Limit

LOOP01 WSP.Lo 181 385 Working Setpoint Low Limit

LOOP01 LOOP01 1e0 480 Loop 1 Primary Parameters

LOOP01 Sporig 284 644 Setpoint Origin

LOOP01 PVSrc 3095 12437 Process Variable Source

LOOP01 m-Asrc 30c4 12484 Auto/Manual Select Source




Header HEX Decimal


LOOP02 t.SP 402 1026 Target Setpoint

LOOP02 T OP 403 1027 Target Output Power

LOOP02 w.OP 404 1028 Working Output

LOOP02 w.SP 405 1029 Working Setpoint

LOOP02 V POS 435 1077 Valve Position

LOOP02 o-oOP 455 1109 On Off Control Output

LOOP02 SbrSt 502 1282 Sensor Break Status Flag


LOOP02 WSP.Hi 580 1408 Working Setpoint High Limit

LOOP02 WSP.Lo 581 1409 Working Setpoint Low Limit

LOOP02 LOOP02 5e0 1504 Loop 2 Primary Parameters

LOOP02 Sporig 684 1668 Setpoint Origin

LOOP02 PVSrc 3096 12438 Process Variable Source

LOOP02 m-Asrc 30c5 12485 Auto/Manual Select Source


Header HEX Decimal

M01_C1 TYPE 1010 4112 0 RTD Channel Type

M01_C1 SEnS 1011 4113 Invert

M01_C1 MnPlsT 1012 4114 Minimum Pulse Time

M01_C1 VAL.H 1014 4116 Engineering Value High

M01_C1 VAL.L 1015 4117 Engineering Value Low

M01_C1 IO.H 1016 4118 Electrical High

M01_C1 IO.L 1017 4119 Electrical Low

M01_C1 Emiss 1018 4120 Emissivity

M01_C1 CJC_Tp 1019 4121 CJC Type

M01_C1 SBrk 101a 4122 0 None1 Down2 UP

Sensor Break Enable

M01_C1 LinTyp 101b 4123 0 J T/C1 K T/C2 L T/C3 R T/C4 B T/C5 N T/C6 T T/C7 S T/C8 PL29 Custom

Linearisation Type



10 PT10011 Linear14 SqRoot

M01_C1 Offset 101c 4124 Simple Cal Offset (Eng)

M01_C1 UCAL 101d 4125 User Calibration Enable

M01_C1 PointL 101e 4126 User Cal Point Low (Eng)

M01_C1 PointH 101f 4127 User Cal Point High (Eng)

M01_C1 OfsetL 1020 4128 User Cal Offset Low (Eng)

M01_C1 OfsetH 1021 4129 User Cal Offset High (Eng)

M01_C1 FiltTm 1022 4130 Filter Time

M01_C1 Cal_st 1023 4131 Calibration State

M01_C1 ClStLL 1024 4132 Calibration State Low Limit

M01_C1 ClStHL 1025 4133 Calibration State High Limit

M01_C1 ValSrc 1026 4134 Process Value Source

M01_C1 CalTrL 1027 4135 AO Calibration Lo Trim (counts)

M01_C1 CalTrH 1028 4136 AO Calibration Hi Trim (counts)

The above parameters are repeated for MO1_C2, C3 & C4.To find the Modbus addresses for each parameter add 20 (HEX) or 32 (Decimal) to theprevious address. I.e.:-M01_C2 TYPE 1030 4144 As M01_C1 Channel Type





M01_C1 ChStat 1118 4376 Status

M01_C2 ChStat 1119 4377 Status

M01_C3 ChStat 111a 4378 Status

M01_C4 ChStat 111b 4379 Status

M01_C1 MeasV 1120 4384 Electrical Value (V/A/R)

M01_C1 Cjtemp 1123 4387 CJC Temperature

M01_C1 Lead_R 1124 4388 RTD Lead Resistance

M01_C1 ChTpLo 1125 4389 Low Limit for Channel Type

M01_C1 ChTpHi 1126 4390 High Limit for Channel Type

M01_C1 M01_C1 112f 4399 Module 01 Channel 1 Params

The above parameters are repeated for MO1_C2, C3 & C4.To find the Modbus addresses for each parameter add 10 (HEX) or 16 (Decimal) to theprevious address. I.e.:-M01_C2 MeasV 1130 4400 Electrical Value (V/A/R)

M01_C1 Mask 39a0 14752 Status Alarm Bit Mask




M01_C1 Bloc 39a2 14754 0 no1 YES

Status Alarm Blocking

M01_C1 Ltch 39a3 14755 0 no1 Auto2 mAn

Status Alarm Latching

M01_C1 Ack 39a4 14756 0 no1 YES

Status Alarm Acknowledge

M01_C1 OP 39a5 14757 0 OFF1 on

Status Alarm Output

M01_C1 InhSrc 39a6 14758 Status Alarm Inhibit Source

The above parameters are repeated for MO1_C2, C3 & C4.To find the Modbus addresses for each parameter add 10 (HEX) or 16 (Decimal) to theprevious address. I.e.:-M01_C1 Mask 39a8 14760 Status Alarm Bit Mask

The parameters shown in the table for MO1_C1, (C2, C3 & C4), are repeated for M02 to M16.To find the Modbus addresses for each parameter add 1A0 (HEX) or 416 (Decimal) to theprevious address. I.e.:-M02_C1 TYPE 11b0 4528 As M01_C1 Channel Type

M02_C1 M01_C1 12cf 4815 Module 01 Channel 1 Params

To find M16 _C1 TYPE = (15*416)+4112 = 10352

The following parameters are separated by 64 (Decimal) from the previous module, i.e.:-

M02_C1 Mask 39a8 14760 Status Alarm Bit Mask


M02_C1 Bloc 39aa 14762 0 no1 YES

Status Alarm Blocking

M02_C1 Ltch 39ab 14763 0 no1 Auto2 mAn

Status Alarm Latching

M02_C1 Ack 39ac 14764 0 no1 YES

Status Alarm Acknowledge

M02_C1 OP 39ad 14765 Status Alarm Output

M02_C1 InhSrc 39ae 14766 Status Alarm Inhibit Source

To find M16 _C1 Mask = (15*64)+14752 = 15712




Header HEX Decimal

MOD01 ReqID 1000 4096 0 nonE1 DI416 DO4_EP17 DO4_2418 DO4_SP32 RLY464 AI280 AO2

Requested Module Type

MOD01 ActID 1001 4097 As above Actual Module Type

MOD01 ModSta 1002 4098 Module Status

MOD01 ModVer 1003 4099 Module Version

MOD01 MOD01 100f 4111 Module 01 Parameters

MOD01 ALSP 1 34a0 13472 Alarm 1 Setpoint (Analog 1 Hi)

MOD01 ALSP 2 34a1 13473 Alarm 2 Setpoint (Analog 2 Hi)

MOD01 ALSP 3 34a2 13474 Alarm 3 Setpoint (Analog 1 Lo)

MOD01 ALSP 4 34a3 13475 Alarm 4 Setpoint (Analog 2 Lo)

MOD01 Hy 1 34a4 13476 Alarm 1 Hysteresis (Analog 1Hi)

MOD01 Hy 2 34a5 13477 Alarm 2 Hysteresis (Analog 2Hi)

MOD01 Hy 3 34a6 13478 Alarm 3 Hysteresis (Analog 1Lo)

MOD01 Hy 4 34a7 13479 Alarm 4 Hysteresis (Analog 2Lo)

MOD01 AL 1 34a8 13480 Alarm 1 Type

MOD01 AL 2 34a9 13481 Alarm 2 Type

MOD01 AL 3 34aa 13482 Alarm 3 Type

MOD01 AL 4 34ab 13483 Alarm 4 Type

MOD01 Ih1 34ac 13484 Alarm 1 Inhibit Value

MOD01 Ih2 34ad 13485 Alarm 2 Inhibit Value

MOD01 Ih3 34ae 13486 Alarm 3 Inhibit Value

MOD01 Ih4 34af 13487 Alarm 4 Inhibit Value

MOD01 Bloc 1 34b0 13488 0 no1 YES

Alarm 1 Blocking

MOD01 Bloc 2 34b1 13489 0 no1 YES

Alarm 2 Blocking

MOD01 Bloc 3 34b2 13490 0 no1 YES

Alarm 3 Blocking

MOD01 Bloc 4 34b3 13491 0 no1 YES

Alarm 4 Blocking

MOD01 Ltch 1 34b4 13492 0 no1 Auto2 mAn

Alarm 1 Latching




Alarm 2 Latching


Alarm 3 Latching


Alarm 4 Latching

MOD01 Ack 1 34b8 13496 0 no1 YES

Alarm 1 Acknowledge

MOD01 Ack 2 34b9 13497 0 no1 YES

Alarm 2 Acknowledge

MOD01 Ack 3 34ba 13498 0 no1 YES

Alarm 3 Acknowledge

MOD01 Ack 4 34bb 13499 0 no1 YES

Alarm 4 Acknowledge

MOD01 OP 1 34bc 13500 0 OFF1 on

Alarm 1 Output(Dig1/An1Hi)

MOD01 OP 2 34bd 13501 0 OFF1 on

Alarm 2 Output(Dig2/An2Hi)

MOD01 OP 3 34be 13502 0 OFF1 on

Alarm 3 Output(Dig3/An1Lo)

MOD01 OP 4 34bf 13503 0 OFF1 on

Alarm 4 Output(Dig4/An2Lo)

MOD01 Ih1Src 34c0 13504 Alarm 1 Inhibit Source




MOD01 AlmSW 3ee0 16096 Alarms 1-4 Status Word

MOD01 ChAlSW 3ee1 16097 Channel Alarms Status Word

The parameters shown in the table for MODO1 are repeated for MOD02 to MOD16.To find the Modbus addresses for the following parameters add 1A0 (HEX) or 416 (Decimal) tothe previous address. I.e.:-MOD02 ReqID 11a0 4512 As MOD01 Channel Type

MOD02 ActID 11a1 4513 As MOD01 Actual Module Type

MOD02 ModSta 11a2 4514 Module Status

MOD02 ModVer 11a3 4515 Module Version

MOD02 MOD01 20f 4527 Module 01 Parameters

To find MOD16 ReqID = (15*416)+4096 = 10336


MOD02 ALSP 1 34f0 13552 Alarm 1 Setpoint (Analog 1 Hi)

MOD02 ALSP 2 34f1 13553 Alarm 2 Setpoint (Analog 2 Hi)

MOD02 ALSP 3 34f2 13554 Alarm 3 Setpoint (Analog 1 Lo)



MOD02 ALSP 4 34f3 13555 Alarm 4 Setpoint (Analog 2 Lo)

MOD02 Hy 1 34f4 13556 Alarm 1 Hysteresis (Analog 1 Hi)

MOD02 Hy 2 34f5 13557 Alarm 2 Hysteresis (Analog 2 Hi)

MOD02 Hy 3 34f6 13558 Alarm 3 Hysteresis (Analog 1 Lo)

MOD02 Hy 4 34f7 13559 Alarm 4 Hysteresis (Analog 2 Lo)

MOD02 AL 1 34f8 13560 Alarm 1 Type

MOD02 AL 2 34f9 13561 Alarm 2 Type

MOD02 AL 3 34fa 13562 Alarm 3 Type

MOD02 AL 4 34fb 13563 Alarm 4 Type

MOD02 Ih1 34fc 13564 Alarm 1 Inhibit Value

MOD02 Ih2 34fd 13565 Alarm 2 Inhibit Value

MOD02 Ih3 34fe 13566 Alarm 3 Inhibit Value

MOD02 Ih4 34ff 13567 Alarm 4 Inhibit Value

MOD02 Bloc 1 3500 13568 As MOD01 Alarm 1 Blocking




MOD02 Ltch 1 3504 13572 As MOD01 Alarm 1 Latching




MOD02 Ack 1 3508 13576 As MOD01 Alarm 1 Acknowledge

MOD02 Ack 2 3509 13577 As MOD01 Alarm 2 Acknowledge

MOD02 Ack 3 350a 13578 As MOD01 Alarm 3 Acknowledge

MOD02 Ack 4 350b 13579 As MOD01 Alarm 4 Acknowledge

MOD02 OP 1 350c 13580 As MOD01 Alarm 1 Output (Dig1/An1Hi)

MOD02 OP 2 350d 13581 As MOD01 Alarm 2 Output (Dig2/An2Hi)

MOD02 OP 3 350e 13582 As MOD01 Alarm 3 Output (Dig3/An1Lo)

MOD02 OP 4 350f 13583 As MOD01 Alarm 4 Output (Dig4/An2Lo)

MOD02 Ih1Src 3510 13584 Alarm 1 Inhibit Source




To find MOD16 ALSP 1 = (15*80) + 13472 = 14672


MOD02 AlmSW 3ee2 16098 Alarms 1-4 Status Word

MOD02 ChAlSW 3ee3 16099 Channel Alarms Status Word

To find MOD16 AlmSW = (15*2) + 16096 = 16126




Header HEX Decimal

PASSWD RefPW 2a01 10753 Reference CalibrationPassword

PASSWD UserPW 2a02 10754 User Calibration Password

PASSWD PASSWD 2afc 11004 Calibration Passwords


Header HEX Decimal

SETPW DefRPW 2a03 10755 Reference Cal PasswordConfig

SETPW DefUPW 2a04 10756 User Cal Password Config

SETPW SETPW 2afd 11005 Calibration Password Config


Header HEX Decimal

SYSTEM II 7a 122 Instrument Identity

SYSTEM Units 204 516 0 oC1 oF2 ok

Instrument Temperature Units

SYSTEM IOstat 2a00 10752 Global IO Status

SYSTEM BaseSz 2a10 10768 Base Size

SYSTEM IOFail 2a11 10769 0 Contin1 EntSby2 Stndby

I/O Fail Strategy

SYSTEM IOOrCt 2a12 10770 I/O Overrun Counter

SYSTEM IONwdg 2fe0 12256 I/O Network Watchdog Timeout

SYSTEM StStby 2fe3 12259 Startup in Standby

SYSTEM SOrCt 2fe4 12260 System Overrun Counter

SYSTEM NWdged 2fe7 12263 I/O Network Watchdog Flag

SYSTEM GHd 2fe8 12264 Global SRL Hold Flag

SYSTEM GHdSrc 2fe9 12265 Global SRL Hold Flag Source

SYSTEM GSSync 2fea 12266 Global SRL Slave Sync Flag

SYSTEM SYSTEM 2fee 12270 System Parameters

SYSTEM InstSt 2ff0 12272 Instrument Status

SYSTEM IM 2fff 12287 0 Operat1 Stnby2 Config

Instrument Mode

SYSTEM AckAll 3e60 15968 Global Alarm Acknowledge

SYSTEM AckIP 3e61 15969 Global Alarm Ack Input

SYSTEM AckSrc 3e62 15970 Global Alarm Ack Input Source

SYSTEM Mask 3e68 15976 Instrument Alarm Bit Mask



SYSTEM Inhibt 3e69 15977 Instrument Alarm Inhibit

SYSTEM Bloc 3e6a 15978 0 no1 YES

Instrument Alarm Blocking

SYSTEM Ltch 3e6b 15979 0 no1 Auto2 mAn

Instrument Alarm Latching

SYSTEM Ack 3e6c 15980 0 no1 YES

Instrument Alarm Acknowledge

SYSTEM OP 3e6d 15981 0 OFF1 on

Instrument Alarm Output

SYSTEM InhSrc 3e6e 15982 Instrument Alarm Inhibit Source

SYSTEM AlmSW 3edf 16095 Instrument Alarm Status Word


Header HEX Decimal

USRVAL USRVAL 2fed 12269 User Parameters

USRVAL Usr1 30c0 12480 User Value 1











Header HEX Decimal

ZIRC ZIRC 2b00 11008 Zirconia Probe Parameters

ZIRC ClnPrb 2b2b 11051 0 OFF1 on

Zirconia Clean Probe IP

ZIRC t2c 2b2c 11052 Time To Next Cleaning

ZIRC OFFS 2b2d 11053 Zirconia mV Offset

ZIRC cYc.t 2b2e 11054 Zirconia Probe CleaningInterval

ZIRC bot 2b2f 11055 Zirconia Probe Cleaning Time

ZIRC bort 2b30 11056 Max recovery time after purging

ZIRC H-CO 2b31 11057 Gas Ref/Process Factor

ZIRC RmH-CO 2b32 11058 Remote Gas Ref/ProcessFactor

ZIRC ZirPV 2b33 11059 Zirconia Control Process Value

ZIRC RmGEn 2b34 11060 Remote Gas Enable

ZIRC Zr.Fn 2b35 11061 Zirconia Probe Equation

ZIRC mV 2b36 11062 Zirconia Probe mV IP

ZIRC O2 Un 2b37 11063 Oxygen units

ZIRC PrbFlt 2b3a 11066 Zirconia Bad Probe

ZIRC SootAL 2b3c 11068 Zirconia Probe Sooting Alarm

ZIRC WkH-CO 2b3d 11069 Working Gas Ref/ProcessFactor

ZIRC TOFS 2b3e 11070 Zirconia Temperature Offset

ZIRC RGasIP 2b3f 11071 Zirconia Rmt Gas Ref IP

ZIRC Prob 2b40 11072 0 idle1 burn2 revy

Zirconia Burn Off State

ZIRC TmpIP 2b41 11073 Zirconia Probe Temp IP

ZIRC ZirSBr 2b43 11075 Probe Sensor Break

ZIRC RGaSrc 3090 12432 Zirconia Rmt Gas Ref IPSource

ZIRC mVSrc 3091 12433 Zirconia Probe mV IP Source

ZIRC TmpSrc 3092 12434 Zirconia Probe Temp IP Source

ZIRC ClnSrc 30b4 12468 Zirconia Clean Probe IP Source

iTools Alternative Wiring Methods

User Handbook. Part No HA026179 Issue 2.0 Oct-99 A-1

A. APPENDIX A ALTERNATIVE WIRING METHODS ........... 2A.1. WIRING USING THE PARAMETER LISTS .........................................3A.1.1. To Wire IO Module 01 Output to Loop 1 PV Input...................................3A.1.2. To Wire Control Loop 1 Output to Module 03 Input.................................5

Alternative Wiring Methods iTools

A-2 User Handbook. Part No HA026179 Issue 2.0 Oct-99

A. Appendix A Alternative Wiring MethodsThe 2500 can be ordered without the User Wiring option. In this case, although the UserWiring window can be displayed, user values, and analogue and digital calculations cannotbe used as described in Chapter 7.It is possible to produce simple point to point wiring using the Modbus Addresses listed inChapter 8.

This appendix describes the procedure required to produce a simple single loop controllerfrom the parameter lists, when the User Wiring option is not available.



A.1. WIRING USING THE PARAMETER LISTS

Wiring can be achieved directly from the Parameter Lists without using the Wiring Editor.If this method is employed it is necessary to use the modbus addresses of the wireableparameters. These addresses are included as standard in the Parameter Lists and are alsolisted in Chapter 8.The principle of this procedure is to:• Locate the Modbus address of the parameter to be wired from• Locate the source parameter to be wired to• Type in the Modbus address to the ‘Value’ of the parameter to be wired from.The procedure is described using the following example:-

Example: To Wire a Simple Single Loop Controller

Figure A-1: PID Control Loop Block Diagram

The example of a single loop controller, used in Chapter 7, is represented in Figure A-1. Inthis case when wiring between blocks it is necessary to define the source address of theparameter. These are shown in decimal in the above diagram.

A.1.1. To Wire IO Module 01 Output to Loop 1 PV Input

1. Put the controller in configuration level (right click on the controller fascia, Select AccessLevel configuration)

2. Open the Device Browser view (see 5.9.3) and the Parameter List view (see 5.9.1)3. Select the Parameter List view for the module to be wired from. This can be done in two

ways:

I. From the Parameter List view click and from the small browserwindow

a) double click IOb) double click Module01c) double click M01_C1

ORII. From the Device Browser

a) double click IOb) double click Module01c) double click M01_C1

M01_C1AI

M03_C1DO

Loop01

PVSrc OP

Process ValueAddress 4375

wOPAddress 4

IOModule01 IOModule03Process VariableSource ValSrc



4. Select the parameter to be wired from, i.e. ‘Val’ - ‘Process Value’, and note its address(4375)

Figure A-2: Locating the Modbus Address of the Parameter to be Wired From

Note:- If the address of this parameter is already known or it is found from the tables inChapter 8, then the procedure in 3 and 4 above can be omitted.

5. In the Device Browser select the Source Parameter to be wired to, in this case LOOP01PVSrc, as follows. This can be done in two ways:-

I. From the Parameter List view click and from the small browserwindow

a) double click Controlb) double click LOOP01

ORII. From the Device Browser

a) double click Controlb) double click LOOP01

6. Double click on the ‘Value’ column of the parameter to be wired to (PVSrc) and type inthe address noted above (4375)



Figure A-3: Typing the Modbus Address into the Source Value

Note:- If the Device Browser is used to open the source parameter (5.II above), then the

address, 4375, can be typed into PVSrc by double clicking the tag in theDevice Browser.

A.1.2. To Wire Control Loop 1 Output to Module 03 Input

1. Locate the Modbus address for Control → LOOP01 →Working Output (wOP), i.e.4 (decimal)

2. Locate the source input parameter to IOModule03 → channel1 (M03_C1) → ProcessValue Source (ValSrc)

3. In the Value column enter Modbus address 4.

iTools The Menu Bar

User Handbook. Part No HA026179 Issue 2.0 Oct-99 B-1

B. APPENDIX B THE MENU BAR.......................................... 2

The Menu Bar iTools

B-2 User Handbook. Part No HA026179 Issue 2.0 Oct-99

B. Appendix B THE MENU BARThis appendix gives a quick guide to the commands which appear on the Menu Bar togetherwith a description of meanings.

File menuCommand Meaning

New Clone File Enables clone files to be created from a listof templates

Open Clone File Opens clone (or application) files

Load Values From File Loads values from a clone (or application)file to a selected instrument

Save Save changes to an open clone orapplication file. Same as Save on thetoolbar

Save As Allows a clone file to be named and savedto a chosen directory

Sent To Device Sends a clone file to a selected instrument

Verify Against Clone File Allows a clone file to be tested against theselected instrument, before cloning isattempted, to check validity of hardwareand software

Print Set Up Allows printer to be set up

Exit Exits iTools

1C:\Program Files\Eurotherm\iTools\a1.uic Most recently used files


iTools The Menu Bar


Device menuCommand Meaning

Enable/Disable Background Scan Enable - Turns scanning on. Same aspressing the ‘Scanning’ button on thetoolbar

Disable - Turns scanning off. Same as ‘NotScanning’ on the toolbar

Add Alt+Ins Adds a real instrument to the display.

Same as Add Devices on the toolbar

Remove Alt+Del Removes an instrument from the display.Same as ‘Remove’ on the toolbar

Deactivate PanelView

These commandsare only presentwhen:-

Removes the displayed values from theselected instrument view

Activate All PaneView

Panel Views isticked in the Viewmenu

Restores the displayed values to allinstrument views

Deactivate All PanelViews

Removes the displayed values from allinstrument views

Goto First Alt+Home Selects the first instrument on the display

Goto Previous Alt+PgUP Selects the previous instrument on thedisplay

Goto Next Alt+PgDn Selects the following instrument on thedisplay

Goto Last Alt+End Selects the last instrument on the display

Identify Current Parameter Displays a dialog box showing the nameand modbus address of the parameterdisplayed on the selected real instrument

Browse To Current Parameter Locates the parameter currently displayedin the selected real instrument in the DeviceBrowser

Home Display Returns the instrument to the Home Display

Reset Program Resets a program running on aprogrammer/controller

Set Access Level Operator

Configuration

Set instrument to Operator level

Set instrument to Configuration level


The Menu Bar iTools


View menuCommand Meaning

9 Toolbar Enables the toolbar

9 Status Bar Enables the status bar

9 Panel Views Enables instrument views

9 Device Browser Enables the device browser

Parameter List Alt+Enter Enables the parameter lists.

Same as Parameter List on the toolbar

Watch/Recipe Adds a Recipe window to the right hand sideof the iTools window

Changes View menu to Watch Recipe menu

Setpoint Program Applicable only whenthe Program Editorhas been loaded

Downloads program from the selecteddevice into the Program Editor

User Wiring Enables user wiring

Watch/Recipe menuCommand Meaning

New Recipe Enables a new recipe to be created

Open Recipe Opens an existing recipe

Save Saves changes to an existing recipe

Save As Saves a new recipe

Add Parameter Adds a parameter to a recipe

Delete Parameter Deletes a parameter from a recipe

Edit Parameter Value Allows changes to be made to a parameter

Parameter Properties Allows changes to parameter properties

New Data Set Adds a new data set

Delete Data Set Deletes a data set

Snapshot Values Adds current values to a recipe

Download Values Downloads selected recipe to instruments

Rename Data Set Allows name of data set to be changed

Copy Parameter Copies a parameter

Paste Parameter Pastes a parameter

Refresh Updates changes

Columns Description

Comment

When ticked enables the description line

When ticked enables the comment line

iTools The Menu Bar


Options menuCommand Meaning

9 Active Window Follows Device The displayed parameter list follows to theselected instrument. Applies only if two ormore instruments are displayed

Scaling To Scale

50% Larger

100% Larger

1/16, 1/8 and ¼ Din instruments shown to

scale in the Panel Views

The selected instrument view can beincreased in size by 50%

The selected instrument view can beincreased in size by 100%

9 Show Device Names File names are shown on the instrumentview

9 Show Labels on Toolbar Labels are shown on the toolbar

Update Rates By default:

Panel Views are updated every 1500msWhen No Key Pressed

and every 100ms When Key Pressed

Parameter Lists are updated every 2000ms

It is recommended that these settings areonly changed in very specialcircumstances, for example in networkedsystems

Decimal Places 0

1

2

3

4

5

6

Unlimited

Chooses the number of decimal placesdisplayed

Parameter Availability Settings See paragraph 6.5

Send Command To Server Sends a command to the server innetworked systems

Clears Most Recently Used Lists Clears most recently used files from Filemenu and Device menu

Save Settings Now Save the current screen settings

9 Save Settings on Exit Save screen settings when the file is closed

The Menu Bar iTools


Window

Command Meaning

Tile Horizontally Arranges Parameter Lists horizontally

Tile Vertically Arranges Parameter Lists vertically

Cascade Arranges Parameter Lists in cascade

Minimise All Minimises the parameter or user wiring lists

Restore All Restores minimised lists

Arrange Icons

Close All Closes parameter or user wiring lists

1C:\Program Files\Eurotherm\iTools\a1.uic Files currently open

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C. Appendix C LIST OF RELATED INSTRUMENTHANDBOOKS

Instrument Manual Part Number2216 Temperature Controller HA025036

2208

2204

Temperature Controller HA025131

2416 PID Controller and Setpoint Generator HA025041

2408

2404

PID Controller and Setpoint Generator HA025132

2408i Universal Indicator and Alarm Unit HA026180

2000 Communications Manual HA026230

2408f

2404f

Profibus Communications Manual HA026290

2500 DIN Rail Controller HA026178

EMC Installation Guide HA025464

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D. Appendix D GLOSSARY OF TERMS

Config Short for configuration or configuration mode

Config Mode A security level in the 2500 in which Configuration Mode Parametersare made alterable

Configuration 1. The operation and inter-action of the 2500 functional elements

2. The act of defining the operation and inter-action of the 2500functional elements by means of selecting parameters and adjustingparameter values

Config ModeParameters

A subset of the configuration parameters which can only be altered inConfig Mode.

NB c.f. configuration parameters

ConfigurationParameter

A parameter which defines part of the Configuration of the 2500

NB c.f. config mode parameters

Configuration Port A comms port intended for configuration of the 2500

CJC Cold Junction Compensation

Series 2000 or 240x Eurotherm Controls instrument range. 240x refers particularly to the2400 range.

DIN Deutsche Industrie Normand

EM Electro-magnetic, as in EMC ~ Compliance

On/Off control The control output switches on when the setpoint is above processvariable and off when the setpoint is below

Hysteresis The difference between the on and off points normally applied to anoutput relay. Used to prevent relay ‘chatter’.

I/O Abbreviation used to mean the Inputs and/or Outputs

ICP Industrial Control Package. This is a combination of the T2900 and2500 DIN rail controller

IOBase The complete mechanical 2500 assembly - DIN rail mount, base etc.

IOBus Internal controller to I/O module interface

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IOC Input/output controller

ION Internal low-level input/output network

Parameter A value stored in a database which is accessible via comms.

Parameterised ‘ Made accessible as a parameter

PID Proportional + Integral + Derivative. Also called three term control

Program Provide a list of general instructions to define operation

Programmable Able to be programmed

PRT or RTD Abbreviation for Platinum Resistance Thermometer or ResistanceTemperature Detector

SSR Solid State Relay

TBD. To be defined

TC or T/C Abbreviation for thermocouple

Time proportioning The control output (digital) switches with a variable on to off time

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iTools Ordering Code

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E. Appendix E ORDERING CODEInstrument Tools Coding

ITOOLS Software tools for programming and commissioning S2000

WIN Windows 95 and NT

3.5 3.5 in disks

CD CD Rom

2200 2200 templates only



T630 T630 templates only

COMP All product templates

MODBUS Modbus OPC driver

PROFIBUS Profibus OPC driver

STD Stand alone package

STDNW Networkable package

TOOLKIT OPC/Activex components.

ENG Eng Manual

FRA etc

Notes:

All items in ITALICS - please refer to the factory for availability.

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Accessories for 2500 DIN Rail Controllers

2500A Accessories for 2500

CABLE Communications cable

CONFIG Used for configuration of 2500C

RJ11 Termination for 2500C is RJ11

9PINDF Termination for PC is 9 PIN D RS232

3M0 3 metres long

2500A CABLE MODBUS ModBus screened cable (Base to base multidrop connection).

PROFIBUS Profibus DP screened cable (Base to base multidropconnection).RJ45 RJ45 RJ45 connectors both ends

0M5 0.5m long

3M0 3.0 metres long

2500A TERM Terminator for end of RS 485 multidropped link.

MODBUS Terminator for Modbus link

PROFIBUS Terminator for Profibus DP link

RJ45 RJ45 connector

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iTools Eurotherm Office Addresses

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Eurotherm Office Addresses iTools

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F. Appendix F EUROTHERM OFFICEADDRESSESEUROTHERM CONTROLS LIMITED

UK SALES OFFICEEurotherm Controls LimitedFaraday Close,DurringtonWorthingWest SussexBN13 3PLEngland

Telephone Sales: +44 (0) 1903 695888Technical: +44 (0) 1903 695777

Fax +44 (0) 1903 695666

Sales and support in over 30 countries worldwideFor countries not listed overleaf enquiries/orders to:

Eurotherm Controls LimitedExport Dept.,Faraday Close,Durrington,WorthingWest Sussex,BN13 3PLEngland

Telephone +44 (0) 1903 268500Fax +44 (0) 1903 265982

Eurotherm Internet Address http://www.eurotherm.co.uk

Future updates of the manual will be available on the Eurotherm web site as above.

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