ABB ControlMaster CM15 User manual

User Guide IM/CM/I–EN Rev. D
ControlMaster CM15
Universal process indicator 1/8DIN
The Company
We are an established world force in the design and manufacture of instrumentation for industrial process control,
flow measurement, gas and liquid analysis and environmental applications.
As a part of ABB, a world leader in process automation technology, we offer customers application expertise, service
and support worldwide.
We are committed to teamwork, high quality manufacturing, advanced technology and unrivalled service and
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The quality, accuracy and performance of the Company’s products result from over 100 years experience, combined
with a continuous program of innovative design and development to incorporate the latest technology.

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Device Setup Display Input/Output
Initial Setup
App. Template
Instrument Tag
Mains Frequency
Config Action
Level 1 Indicator
Custom Template
Stats. Reset Source
Reset to Defaults
Security Setup
Basic Password
Advanced Password
Reset Passwords
Custom Config
Off
Loop 1 PV
Volume 1
Loop 2 PV
Volume 2
Language
Operator Templates
Page 1 (4) Template
Operator Functions
Autoscroll
Soft Key Function
Alarm Ack. Enable
Totalizer Stop/Go
Totalizer Reset
Stats Reset Enable
Settings
Brightness
Date & Time
Date Format
Time & Date
Daylight Saving
Customise Pages
Page Number
Template Type
Titlebar Tag
Parameters
Icons
Page Colors
Analog Inputs
Analog Input 1 (2)
Analog Outputs
Analog Output 1 (2)
Digital I/O
Digital IO 1 (2)
Relays
Relay 1 (4)
Exit Exit Exit Exit Exit
Alarm 1 (8)
Type
Tag
Source
Trip
Hysteresis
Time Hysteresis
Display Enable
Acknowledge Source
Enable Source
Process Alarm
Basic Setup
Refer to Section 6, page 21*
Process Alarms
Alarm Trip 1
Alarm Trip 2
Alarm Trip 3
Alarm Trip 4
Alarm Trip 5
Alarm Trip 6
Alarm Trip 7
Alarm Trip 8
Note. When in Advanced Level (configuration) mode, press and hold the key to return to the standard Operator page – see Section 5, page 17.
*Additional parameters may be enabled
and displayed at Basic Setup level
depending on the parameters selected
at Advanced Level.
Basic Level Advanced Level
Refer to Section 7.1, page 22 Refer to Section 7.2, page 25 Refer to Section 7.3, page 31 Refer to Section 7.4, page 39
Menu Menu Menu
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Menu Menu
Menu

ControlMaster CM15
Universal process indicator 1/8DIN Contents
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Contents
1 Safety .......................................................................... 3
1.1 Electrical Safety ..................................................... 3
1.2 Symbols ................................................................ 3
1.3 Health & Safety ..................................................... 4
2 Introduction ................................................................ 5
2.1 EC Directive 89/336/EEC ...................................... 5
2.2 End of Life Disposal ............................................... 5
3 Display, Icons and Keys ............................................ 6
4 Installation .................................................................. 7
4.1 Siting ..................................................................... 7
4.2 Dimensions ........................................................... 8
4.3 Mounting ............................................................... 9
4.4 Jumper Links for Relay Outputs .......................... 10
4.4.1 Removing the Indicator from its Case ........ 10
4.4.2 Resetting Jumper Links ............................. 11
4.5 Electrical Connections ......................................... 12
4.5.1 Analog Inputs ........................................... 14
4.5.2 Frequency / Pulse Input ............................. 15
4.5.3 Digital Input / Output ................................. 15
5 Operator Level Menus .............................................. 17
5.1 Diagnostic Status Bar .......................................... 18
5.2 Diagnostic View ................................................... 19
5.3 Security Options .................................................. 19
5.4 Access Level ....................................................... 20
6 Basic Setup ............................................................... 21
7 Advanced Level ........................................................ 22
7.1 Device Setup ....................................................... 22
7.2 Display ................................................................ 25
7.3 Input/Output ........................................................ 31
7.4 Process Alarm ..................................................... 39
7.5 Totalizer .............................................................. 42
7.5.1 Calculating the
Totalizer Count Rate Manually ............................. 45
7.6 Functions ............................................................. 49
7.7 Communication ................................................... 59
7.8 Diagnostics .......................................................... 59
7.8.1 Diagnostic Messages ................................. 61
7.9 Device Info ........................................................... 63

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8 Templates and Functionality .................................... 64
8.1 Basic Templates ................................................. 64
8.1.1 Single Channel PV ..................................... 64
8.1.2 One PV / Totalizer ...................................... 64
8.1.3 One Channel Totalizer ................................ 65
8.1.4 Single Channel Level .................................. 65
8.2 Dual Templates .................................................. 66
8.2.1 Dual Channel PV ........................................ 66
8.2.2 Dual PV / Totalizer ..................................... 66
8.2.3 Dual Channel Totalizer ............................... 66
8.2.4 Dual Channel Level .................................... 67
9 PC Configuration ...................................................... 68
10 Specification ............................................................ 69
Appendix A – Digital and Analog Sources ...................76
A.1 Digital Sources .....................................................76
A.2 Analog Sources ...................................................77
Appendix B – Configuration Error Codes ....................78
Appendix C – Analog Input (Engineering) Units ..........81
Appendix D – Output Type Assignments .................... 82

ControlMaster CM15
Universal process indicator 1/8DIN 1 Safety
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1Safety
Information in this manual is intended only to assist our customers in the efficient operation of our equipment. Use of this manual
for any other purpose is specifically prohibited and its contents are not to be reproduced in full or part without prior approval of
the Technical Publications Department.
1.1 Electrical Safety
This equipment complies with the requirements of CEI / IEC 61010-1:2001-2 'Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment for
Measurement, Control and Laboratory Use' and complies with US NEC 500, NIST and OSHA.
If the equipment is used in a manner NOT specified by the Company, the protection provided by the equipment may be
impaired.
1.2 Symbols
One or more of the following symbols may appear on the equipment labelling:
Warning – Refer to the manual for instructions Direct current supply only
Caution – Risk of electric shock Alternating current supply only
Functional earth (ground) terminal Both direct and alternating current supply
Protective earth (ground) terminal The equipment is protected through double
insulation

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1.3 Health & Safety
Health and Safety
To ensure that our products are safe and without risk to health, the following points must be noted:
The relevant sections of these instructions must be read carefully before proceeding.
Warning labels on containers and packages must be observed.
Installation, operation, maintenance and servicing must only be carried out by suitably trained personnel and in
accordance with the information given.
Normal safety precautions must be taken to avoid the possibility of an accident occurring when operating in
conditions of high pressure and / or temperature.
Safety advice concerning the use of the equipment described in this manual or any relevant hazard data sheets (where
applicable) may be obtained from the Company, together with servicing and spares information.

ControlMaster CM15
Universal process indicator 1/8DIN 2 Introduction
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2Introduction
This manual provides details for the ControlMaster CM15 (1/8DIN) indicator.
2.1 EC Directive 89/336/EEC
In order to meet the requirements of the EC Directive 89/336/EEC for EMC regulations, this product must not be used in a non-
industrial environment.
2.2 End of Life Disposal
Indicators with Standard functionality and above contain a small lithium battery that must be removed and disposed of
responsibly in accordance with local environmental regulations.
Indicators with Basic functionality do not contain any substance that causes undue harm to the environment and must be
disposed of in accordance with the Directive on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). They must not be disposed
of in Municipal Waste Collection.
Note.
Read all relevant sections of this guide before configuring the system or modifying system parameters.
Install and use associated equipment in accordance with the relevant national and local standards.
System configuration must be carried out only by users or personnel with approved access rights (user privileges).

ControlMaster CM15
Universal process indicator 1/8DIN 3 Display, Icons and Keys
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3Display,IconsandKeys
An example of an Operator Page is shown in Fig. 3.1.
Fig. 3.1 ControlMaster CM15 Operator Page and Keys
CM15
144.5
PV1
ControlMaster
PV1144.5
3256712
T1
3256712
T2
B
C
A
PV Values Icons
Access
Level
Operator
Menus
Icons
Icons
Totalizer
Running
Totalizer Values
Totalizer
Stopped
Enter
ANavigation key (upper) / programmable Soft Key –
see page 26.
BUp / Down keys – navigate up / down menu items
and increase / decrease displayed values
CNavigation key (lower) / Operator Level access key.
Table 3.1 CM15 Front Panel Key Functions
Note. When a Soft Key option is assigned to the (upper)
navigation key A, the Advanced Level (see page 22)
must be accessed using the (lower) Operator Level access
key C.

ControlMaster CM15
Universal process indicator 1/8DIN 4 Installation
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4 Installation
4.1 Siting
Fig. 4.1 Siting
Fig. 4.2 Environmental Requirements
At Eye Level Close to the Sensor Avoid Vibration
Sensor
+
Temperature Limits
55°C
(131°F)
Max.
0°C
(32°F)
Min.
Humidity Limits
0 to 95% RH
IP66 / NEMA4X (front panel) IP20 (rear)
Use Screened Cable

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4.2 Dimensions
Fig. 4.3 ControlMaster CM15 Dimensions
Dimensions in mm (in.)
Panel Cut-out
Dimensions
97 (3.8)
50
(2.0)
120 (4.8)
140 (5.5)
44.8
(1.7)
20 (0.8)
92
(3.6)
(+0.03 –0)
+0.8 –0
14 (0.55)
30 (1.18)
45
(1.8)
+0.6
–0
(+0.02
–0)