Array electronic FAB Series User manual

Preface
Preface
Thank you for choosing the FAB series intelligent controller. We recommend
that you take some time to read this manual before using FAB products. You will
nd many more advantageous properties of FAB, which will greatly simplify your
operations of the FAB.
FAB is a type of intelligent controller, which uses function blocks for
programming and is provided with a removable LCD display. Function blocks
enable the control functions of a PLC to be fulfilled without a large number
of instructions and complicated programs. When several functions blocks are
linked together in a specic way, relatively complicated control functions can be
implemented.
FAB has a wide range of applications. It can be used for the automation of an
extensive range of electrical and mechanical equipments, flow control, building
automation and many other elds. To some degree, FAB really makes automation
enter every corner of our daily life, from home to commerce, manufacturing,
mining, utility and service sectors of the economy. This manual will describe in
detail the function features and operating methods for FAB.
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IMPORTANT APPLICATION NOTES:
1. The AF-C232/D232, AF-C485/D485, and LCD board, when a FAB is
powered, must not be plugged in or out.
2. The default password for FAB is 0001.
3. The default address for FAB is 000.
4. When programming, the output of two function blocks must not be
connected to one point, except for the CW function block.
For example:
The above way is wrong, and the correct way is as follows:
Safety Guide
This manual contains the precautions necessary for ensuring your personal
safety as well as for protection of the products and the connected equipment. These
precautions are highlighted with a triangle WARNING symbol in this manual and
are marked according to the danger levels as follows:
Danger
It indicates that if appropriate precautions are not taken, serious incidents of
personal injury or death, signicant damages and loss of properties will be caused.
Caution
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It indicates that if appropriate precautions are not taken, incidents of personal
injury, damage or some loss of property will be caused.
Note
It indicates that particular attention is required to all published information
related to the use or disposal of products.
Qualication
Only suitably qualified personnels are allowed to operate and debug the
products.Qualified personnels are specified as those persons who carry out
commissioning, grounding and apply the appropriate identications to the circuits,
equipments and systems according to the available safety practices and standards.
Application
Note
Only when this product is transported, stored , assembled, installed, operated
and maintained in accordance with the documentation, it can carry out its designed
functions properly and reliably.
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Contents
Contents
Chapter I Introduction
1.1 Structure of FAB...........................................................................1
1.2 Parameters and models ...............................................................2
1.3 Features..........................................................................................4
Chapter II Installation and wiring
2.1 Installation...................................................................................7
2.1.1 Methods..................................................................................7
2.1.2 Dimensions (unit:mm) .........................................................8
2.2 Wiring of FAB.............................................................................9
2.2.1 Connection of power supply ...............................................9
2.2.2 FAB input connection..........................................................10
2.2.3 FAB output connection........................................................12
2.2.4 FAB network connection.....................................................14
Chapter III General Descriptions for Function Blocks
3.1 General function blocks (GF) ..................................................16
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3.1.1 AND....................................................................................17
3.1.2 OR.......................................................................................18
3.1.3 NOT.....................................................................................18
3.1.4 NAND.................................................................................19
3.1.5 NOR....................................................................................19
3.1.6 XOR....................................................................................20
3.2 Special function blocks (SF).................................................21
3.2.1 DPR....................................................................................23
3.2.2 DDR...................................................................................24
3.2.3 PLR....................................................................................25
3.2.4 CW......................................................................................26
3.2.5 RS ......................................................................................31
3.2.6 CPG (clock pulse generator)...........................................32
3.2.7 RPR ...................................................................................33
3.2.8 UCN...................................................................................34
3.2.9 DCN...................................................................................35
3.2.10 MPLR (Single-pulse time relay)...................................36
3.2.11 Tel (A Voice Module needs to be used in conjunction
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with FAB) ....................................................................................37
3.2.12 PLAY (The Voice Module needs to be used in
conjunction with FAB) ..............................................................38
3.2.13 MR (The Voice Module needs to be used in
conjunction with FAB)...............................................................39
3.2.14 AN.....................................................................................40
Chapter IVProgramming on FAB panel
4.1 FAB status display.................................................................. 42
4.2 Password conrming .............................................................42
4.3 Function ...................................................................................43
4.3.1 Editor...................................................................................43
4.3.1.1 Edit PRG/New Prg..........................................................44
4.3.1.2 Insert FB..........................................................................49
4.3.1.3 Delete FB ........................................................................50
4.3.1.4 Clear Prg .........................................................................51
4.3.2 FAB/Rom ...........................................................................52
4.3.2.1 Read program from FAB (Rom >FAB) .....................52
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4.3.3 SET (set password and time)..........................................52
4.4 Edit a FAB function program .............................................53
4.4.1 Programming rules..........................................................53
4.4.2 Intermediate relay............................................................55
4.4.3 Edit program ...................................................................55
ChapterV The Voice Module
5.1 The structure of the voice module.......................................66
5.2 Connection between Voice Module and FAB....................67
5.3 Instructions.............................................................................67
5.4 Recording................................................................................70
5.5 sound broadcasting................................................................75
5.6 Update “set message No.” online.........................................76
5.7 Update “password Voice Module” online...........................76
5.8 Update “incoming call” online.............................................78
5.9 Telephone remote control function .....................................78
5.10 Automatic dialing function.................................................80
5.11 Example for Voice Module..................................................81
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ChapterVI Applications
6. 1 Bell control for schools and factories ................................85
6. 2 The multi-function switch for lights in stairs and halls ..87
6. 3 Auto-gate control..................................................................88
6.4 Ventilation system..................................................................89
6.5 The neon lamp control system..............................................90
6.6 The Illumination system for display windows ...................91
6.7 The building management ....................................................93
6.8 The application of FAB in a voltage diode counting
and packing assembly line ..........................................................94
Appendix I Technical Parameters
1.1 General technical parameters................................................97
1.2 AF-10MR-A / AF-20MR-A ...................................................98
1.3 AF-10MT-D / AF-20MT-D.....................................................99
1 .4 AF-10MR-D/AF-20MR-D....................................................100
1. 5 AF-10MT-E/AF-20MT-E......................................................101
1. 6 AF-10MR-E/AF-20MR-E.....................................................102
1. 7 AF-10MT-GD / AF-20MT-GD............................................103
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1. 8 Voice Module.......................................................................104
Appendix II Quality Guarantee..................................................105
FAB2 PLC series
1.1 Structure of FAB2(take 10 point for instance)...................106
1.3 Parameter changeI................................................................107
1.4 Analog calibration.................................................................108
1.5 485 interface...........................................................................108
1.6 Comparison table...................................................................111
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Chapter I Introduction to FAB
Chapter I Introduction
FAB is a new type of programmable controller, which is programmed by the use
of a Function Block Diagram. The programming of FAB is simpler and easier to
learn than that of a conventional PLC, which uses ladder diagrams and associated
instructions. FAB combines the controller and the writer to a removable LCD
panel, on which you can directly do the programming, so that the cost and time
are greatly reduced.
FAB intelligent controller series are compact in size and light in weight. They can
implement functions like telephone-control, voice alarm, information, and auto-
dialing. Now FABs are being widely used in many elds such as industry, com-
merce, mining, agriculture, home automation etc.
1.1 Structure of FAB
1 Power terminals
2 Input ports
3 Communication interface
4 Operating keys
5 Output ports (Relay or transistor)
6 LCD display panel
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1 Power Terminals
2 Input ports
3 Communication interface
4 Operating keys
5 Output ports (Output of relays or transistors)
6 LCD display panel
1.2 Parameters and models
Item Type Power Input Output
1AF-10MR-A AC100V-240V 6 points AC digital input 4 points relay output
2AF-10MR-E AC14-20V/
DC12-24V
6 points AC/DC digital
input 4 points relay output
3AF-10MT-E DC12-24V 6 points DC digital input 4 points transistor output
(equivalent NPN)
4AF-10MR-D DC 12-24V 6 points DC(with analog)
digital input 4 points relay output
5AF-10MT-D DC12-24V 6 points DC (with ana-
log) input
4 points transistor output
(equivalent NPN)
6AF-10MT-GD DC12-24V 6 points DC (with ana-
log) input
4 points transistor output
(equivalent PNP)
7AF-20MR-A AC100V-240V 12 points AC digital in-
put 8 points relay output
8AF-20MR-E AC14-20V/
DC12-24V
12 points AC/DC digital
input 8 points relay output
AF-20 FAB series
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9AF-20MT-E DC12-24V 12 points DC digital in-
put
8 points transistor output
(equivalent NPN)
10 AF-20MR-D DC 12-24V 12 points DC(with ana-
log) digital input 8 points relay output
11 AF-20MT-D DC12-24V 12 points DC (with ana-
log) input
8 points transistor output
(equivalent NPN)
12 AF-20MT-GD DC12-24V 12 points DC (with ana-
log) input
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(equivalent PNP)
13 AF-LCD-L The removable LCD panel for programming(The wide-range tempera-
ture type -20 C~70 C)
14 AF-LCD-B The removable LCD panel for programming(The wide-range tempera-
ture type -20 C~70 C and back light display)
15 AF-CAP A general cover instead of AF-LCD panel
16 AF-C232 A cable connecting FAB and PC (prole plug type)
17 AF-D232 A cable connecting FAB and PC (frontispiece plug type)
18 AF-C485 A cable connecting FAB and RS485 bus, monitoring via net (prole plug
type)
19 AF-D485 A cable connecting FAB and RS485 bus, monitoring via net (frontispiece
plug type)
20 AF-P485 The interface between PC and RS485 monitoring via net
21 AF-MUL Phone voice block for recording &broadcasting (AC power)
22 AF-MUL-D Phone voice block for recording &broadcasting (DC power)
23 AF-COPY Copy Module
24 AF-CMP The cable connecting PC to the voice block port “To PC”
25 AF(SR)-USB USB/RS232 converter (DIN installation)
26 AF-S485 RS232/RS485 converter (DIN installation)
27 AF-DUSB A cable connecting FAB to PC USB port (frontispiece plug type)
28 CD-ROM FAB software QUICK II and SCADA
29 AF-AUD The wire between PC sound card and AF-MUL/AF-MUL-D
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1.3 Features
1. Removable programming panel with Liquid Crystal Display
There is an operating panel with LCD display on the frontal side of FAB.
You can use the operating keys on this panel to edit directly the control pro-
gram for the FAB. Moreover, this LCD display panel is removable, and it can
be set up according to your needs. When needed, it can be plugged in and
when not needed, it can be removed and replaced with a frontal cover.
2. Well featured and compact design
If you are thinking of improving the application of your equipment, a FAB
is the solution because it is compact, 90mm x 71mm x 58mm (AF-10 Series)
and 90mm x 126mm x 58mm (AF-20 Series).
3. FB programming and big program storage capacity
The control functions of FAB can be implemented with only function blocks
incorporated into a function block diagram. The same control implemented
by a conventional PLC would require a much larger and more detailed pro-
gram. When several function blocks are linked together in a specic way,
then relatively complicated control functions can be implemented. A FAB
is able to store programs made by as many as 127 FBs (Function blocks)
and there are enough application resources to satisfy the requirements of a
complicated control. A program, when written into FAB will never be lost as
FAB does not rely on a battery for the memory function.
4. QUICK II: the programming software
The control program can be written directly, with the use of the LCD panel,
into a FAB unit. With more complicated control schemes the use of an an-
cillary computer, loaded with QUICK II software, is recommended. The
control program can then be written into the memory of the FAB. QUICK
II is a human-machine programming interface, which is perfectly friendly.
It can edit the function diagrams and also can analogously run the written
programs. It provides an off-line testing function to the user. This feature
overcomes much of the possible inconveniences normally experienced with
The LCD display panel shall be plugged in or removed only after AC
or DC power has been cut off.
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on-line testing and commissioning. The system can be proven before being
put into actual service. QUICK II will not only guide you to implement the
editing of the control programs, but will also perform the real-time monitor-
ing for the eld environment and the operational conditions of FAB.
5. Real-time clock function
FAB intelligent controller series have an instant real-time recording func-
tion. FAB can execute the operations according to the schedule. Up to 127
different time intervals can be set, it is very suitable for systems which re-
quire time controls.
6. Analog inputs and transmission
In addition to receiving a switch input, FAB can also receive the analog in-
put to implement the control of temperature, humidity, pressure, ow, level
unit, etc., and transmit them to a computer for monitoring.
7. Security cipher code function
FAB is provided with protection for the programs downloaded into it. A se-
curity cipher code can be set before programs are written. The programs can
only be modied after the correct cipher code is entered.
8. Telephone function
FAB is equipped with telephone and voice function blocks. It is possible to
dial directly through a telephone line after the required telephone number
has been preset. FAB can be dialed automatically, when the conditions are
satised so as to implement advice or alarm functions. Moreover, FAB can
also receive remote signals transmitted through a telephone line in order to
control the terminal equipment.
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It is necessary to congure AF-MUL/AF-MUL-D block for the
implementation of telephone function.
The default password for FAB is 0001.
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9. Voice function
For the rst time, FAB puts voice recording and broadcasting functions into
the automatic control industry, and creates an intelligent controller which
can give audible voice outputs to nish voice prompt function.
10.Networking function
FAB has a networking function. It can link up many FABs to make up a net-
work through 485 bus to implement the instant supervision and control from
PC. If PC serial port can be expanded, the whole control system is unlimited.
11.FAB-Scada monitoring and control functions
FAB Scada software provides for the monitoring and control functions of a
group of FABs.
12.The addition of an intermediate relay
With the addition of the intermediate relay, complicated programs can be de-
veloped easily.
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Chapter II Installation and Wiring
Chapter ⅡInstallation and wiring
2.1 Installation
2.1.1 Methods
FAB is small so it is suitable to be t inside panels or machinery. The installa-
tion of FAB is quite simple.
1. Use a standard DIN rail for the installation of FAB as shown in Fig. 2.1.
2. Use the screw mounting holes on FAB for direct mounting.
The LCD panel of FAB is readily removed by partially withdrawing it from the
FAB, as illustrated, using a spade-tipped screwdriver. The LCD panel can then
be manually withdrawn.
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Screw mounting hole
Screw mounting hole
35mm DIN rail
Fig.2.1 Use stand and DIN rail for installation of FAB
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1.LCD panel can be removed by using a screwdriver, which is
shown in Fig. 2.2.
2.Do not remove the LCD panel while the FAB is powered, other-
wise the FAB and LCD panel may be damaged and endanger the
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Fig. 2.2 Removing LCD panel as instructed
2.1.2 Dimensions (unit:mm)
Fig. 2.3 AF-10 Series
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Fig. 2.4 AF-20 Series
2.2 Wiring of FAB
A screwdriver with a spade tip width of 3mm is needed for the wiring of FABs. As
for the cross section of a wire, the following two sizes are at choice :
1 x 2.5mm
2 x 1.5mm
2.2.1 Connection of power supply
1. For FABs like AF-10MR-A and AF-20MR-A, the rated power supply require-
ment is 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz.
2. For FABs like AF-10MT-E, AF-10MR-D, AF-10MT-D, AF-10MT-GD, AF-
20MT-E, AF-20MR-D, AF-20MT-D, AF-20MT-GD, the rated power supply re-
quirement is 12-24V DC.
3. For FABs like AF-10MR-E and AF-20MR-E, the rated power supply require-
ment is 14-20V AC/12-24V DC.
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The power connection for FABs is shown in the following drawings:
2.2.2 FAB input connection
A FAB input can be either switch, such as on/off switches etc., or analog, such
as pressure, temperature, humidity, ow, etc. The specic requirements are as
follows:
Type
Demand
AF-10MR-A
AF-20MR-A
AF-10MR-D
AF-10MT-D
AF-10MT-GD
AF-20MR-D
AF-20MT-D
AF-20MT-GD
AF-10MR-E
AF-20MR-E
AF-10MT-E
AF-20MT-E
Switch status 0 <AC40V <DC5V <AC/DC5V <DC5V
Input current <0.1mA
<0.4mA <0.2mA <0.5mA
Switch status 1 AC80V-240V DC10-24V AC14-20V/
DC12-24V DC10-24V
Input current Typical 0.24mA Typical 1mA Typical 1mA
Proximity switch type with direct input 2-Line 3-Line 4-Line
Fig 2.5 AC Type Fig 2.6 DC Type
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Typical 1mA