Blue Ribbon BD306 User manual

Blue Ribbon Corporation
Instruction Manual
Model BD306
Dual-Input
Pump Controller
• 0-20 mA, 4-20 mA, 0-5 V, 1-5 V, and ±10 V Inputs
• NEMA 4X, IP65 Front
• Universal 85-265 VAC,or 12/24 VDC Input Power Models
• Large Dual-Line 6-Digit Display, 0.60” & 0.46”
• Dual-Scale for some Level Applications - Single Input
• Sunlight Readable Display Models
• Isolated 24 VDC Transmitter Power Supply
• Signal Input Conditioning for Flow & Round Horizontal Tanks
• Programmable Display & Function Keys
• 32-Point, Square Root, or Exponential Linearization
• Multi-Pump Alternation Control
• 2 or 4 Relays + Isolated 4-20 mA Output Options
• External 4-Relay & Digital I/O Expansion Modules
• USB, RS-232, RS-485 Serial Communication Options
• Tare Function
• Modbus®RTU Communication Protocol Standard
• Configure, Monitor, and Datalog from a PC with
Free BULLDOG Pro Software

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Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual
CAUTION: R ead complete
instructions prior to installation
and operation of the meter.
WARNING: Risk of
electric shock or
personal injury.
WARNING!
This product is not recommended for life support
applications or applications where malfunctioning
could result in personal injury or property loss.
Anyone using this product for such applications does
so at his/her own risk. Blue Ribbon Corporation
shall not be held liable for damages resulting from
such improper use.
Limited Warranty
Blue Ribbon Corporation warrants this product against defects in material or
workmanship for the specified period under “Specifications” from the date of
shipment from the factory. Blue Ribbon’s liability under this limited warranty shall
not exceed the purchase value, repair, or replacement of the defective unit.
Registered Trademarks
All trademarks mentioned in this document are the property of their respective
owners.
© 2011-2012 Blue Ribbon Corporation. All rights reserved.
DISCLAIMER: The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice.
Blue Ribbon Corp. makes no representations or warranties with respect to the con-
tents herein and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or
fitness for a particular purpose.
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Table of Figures
Figure 1. 1/8 DIN Panel Cutout Dimensions................................................ 13
Figure 2. Panel Mounting Details ................................................................ 14
 Figure3. JumperCongurationfor12/24VDCPower................................ 14
 Figure4. TransmitterSupplyVoltageSelection........................................... 15
 Figure5. ConnectorLabelingforFullyLoadedBD306................................ 16
 Figure6. PowerConnections ....................................................................... 16
 Figure7. TransmittersPoweredbyInternalSupply .................................... 17
 Figure8. TransmitterPoweredbyExt.SupplyorSelf-Powered .................. 17
 Figure9. VoltageInputConnections............................................................ 18
Figure10. RelayConnections......................................................................... 18
Figure11. ACandDCLoadsProtection ......................................................... 19
Figure12. LowVoltageDCLoadsProtection ................................................. 19
Figure13. F4DigitalInputConnections ........................................................ 20
Figure14. 4-20mAOutputConnections ....................................................... 20
Figure15. ExpansionModules&DINRailMountingKit............................... 21
Figure16. ExternalRelaysModuleConnections............................................ 22
Figure17. DigitalI/OModuleConnections ................................................... 22
Figure18. InterlockConnections ................................................................... 22
Figure19. AcknowledgeRelaysw/FunctionKeyorDigitalInput ................. 60
Figure20. MeterCopyConnection................................................................. 82
Figure21. MeterDimensions-SideView ................................................... 101
Figure22. MeterDimensions-TopView..................................................... 101
Figure 23. 1/8 DIN Panel Cutout Template.................................................. 103

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Table of Contents
1. IntroductIon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
2. orderIng InformatIon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
2.1. Standard Models. .............................2
2.2. SunBrightDisplayModels........................2
2.3. Accessories. ..................................3
3. SpecIfIcatIonS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
3.1. General......................................4
3.2. DualProcessInput. ............................6
3.3. Relays. . .....................................8
3.4. Isolated4-20mATransmitterOutput. .............9
3.5. ModBus®RTUSerialCommunications.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3.6. BDIODigitalInput&OutputExpansionModule. ....10
4. complIance InformatIon . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
4.1. Safety . ....................................11
4.2. ElectromagneticCompatibility. ..................11
5. Safety InformatIon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

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6. InStallatIon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
6.1. Unpacking. .................................12
6.2. PanelMountingInstructions.....................13
6.3. TransmitterSupplyVoltageSelection(P+,P-). ......15
6.4. Connections..................................15
7. Setup and programmIng . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
7.1. FrontPanelButtonsandStatusLEDIndicators. .....24
7.2. DisplayFunctions&Messages. ..................25
7.3. Main Menu. .................................30
7.4. SettingNumericValues. .......................31
7.5. ResetMenu(rESEt)............................32
7.6. ControlMenu(ContrL). ........................32
7.7. SettingUptheMeter(SEtuP). ...................33
7.8. SettingtheRelayOperation(rELAy). .............43
7.9. RelayandAlarmOperationDiagrams.............48
7.10. RelayOperationDetails. .......................56
7.11. Scalingthe4-20mAAnalogOutput(Aout). ........63
7.12. SettingUpthePassword(PASS)..................64
7.13. AdvancedFeaturesMenu. ......................66
8. meter operatIon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
8.1. FrontPanelButtonsOperation...................84
8.2. FunctionKeysOperation. ......................85
8.3. F4Operation.................................85
8.4. Maximum/MinimumReadings. ..................85

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9. trouble ShootIng . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
9.1. DiagnosticsMenu(diAG)........................86
9.2. ResetMetertoFactoryDefaults. .................86
9.3. TroubleshootingTips. .........................93
9.4. AlphabeticalListofDisplayFunctions&Messages. ..94
10. mountIng dImenSIonS . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
11. how to contact blue rIbbon corp. . . . . . 106

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Model BD306 Dual-Input Pump Controller Instruction Manual
1. IntroductIon
The BULLDOG BD306 is a multi-purpose, easy to use digital dual-input pump controller
ideal for level, flow rate, temperature, or pressure transmitter applications. It accepts current
and voltage signals (e.g. 4-20 mA, 0-10 V). Various math functions may be applied to the
inputs including addition, difference, absolute difference, average, weighted average, multi-
plication, division, minimum, maximum, draw, ratio, and concentration. This is in addition to
the signal input conditioning functions (linear, square root, programmable exponent, or round
horizontal tank calculations).
The displays, relays, and the analog output may be assigned to input channels A or B, or
match result channel C.
Three of the front panel buttons can be custom-programmed for a specific operation.
The basic model includes an isolated 24 VDC transmitter power supply that can be used to
power the input transmitters or other devices. An additional isolated 24 VDC power supply is
included with the 4-20 mA output option.
A fully loaded BD306 meter has the following: four SPDT relays, 4-20 mA output, and two 24
VDC power supplies. The BD306 capabilities may be enhanced by adding the following exter-
nal expansion modules: four SPST relays - creating an eight-relay dual-input pump controller,
two digital I/O modules with four inputs and four outputs each, and serial communication
adapters for use with BULLDOG Pro or Modbus RTU.
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DISCLAIMER: The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. Blue Ribbon Corp makes no representations
or warranties with respect to the contents herein and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or
fitness for a particular purpose.

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2. orderIng InformatIon
2.1. Standard Models
85-265 VAC Model 12/24 VDC Options Installed
BD306-10 BD306-20 No Options
BD306-12 BD306-22 2 Relays
BD306-11 BD306-21 4-20 mA Output
BD306-14 BD306-24 4 Relays
BD306-13 BD306-23 2 Relays & 4-20 mA Output
BD306-15 BD306-25 4 Relays & 4-20 mA Output
*Model number for replacement option card.
85-265 VAC Model 12/24 VDC Options Installed
BD306-10X BD306-20X No Options
BD306-12X BD306-22X 2 Relays
BD306-11X BD306-21X 4-20 mA Output
BD306-14X BD306-24X 4 Relays
BD306-13X BD306-23X 2 Relays & 4-20 mA Output
BD306-15X BD306-25X 4 Relays & 4-20 mA Output
2.2. SunBrightDisplayModels

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2.3. Accessories
Model Description
BDDRMK DIN rail mounting kit for two expansion modules
BDXM 4 SPST (Form A) relays
BDIO 4 Digital inputs & 4 digital outputs (2 may be connected)
BDCCC Meter copy cable
BD232SA RS-232 serial adapter
BD422SA RS-485 serial adapter
BDI232-422/485 RS-232 to RS-422/485 isolated converter
BDN232-422/485 RS-232 to RS-422/485 non-isolated converter
BDUSBSA USB serial adapter
BDNUSB-232 USB to RS-232 non-isolated converter
BDIUSB-422/485 USB to RS-422/485 isolated converter
BDNUSB-422/485 USB to RS-422/485 non-isolated converter
BD6901 Suppressor (snubber): 0.01 µF/470 Ω, 250 VAC

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3. SpecIfIcatIonS
Except where noted, all specifications apply to operation at +25 °C (+77 °F).
3.1. General
DISPLAY Main (big) display: 0.60” (15mm) high, red LEDs
Second (little) display: 0.46” (12mm) high, red LEDs
6 digits each (-99999 to 999999), with lead zero blanking
DISPLAY INTENSITY Eight user selectable intensity levels
DISPLAY UPDATE RATE 5/second (200 ms)
OVERRANGE Display flashes 999999
UNDERRANGE Display flashes -99999
DISPLAY ASSIGNMENT The main (Big) and small (Little) displays may be assigned to process values for
Channels A (Ch-A), B (Ch-B), or C (Ch-C), toggle between (Ch-A & Ch-B, Ch-A &
Ch-C, Ch-B & Ch-C, and Ch-A, ch-B, & Ch-C), toggle between channel & units,
show channel gross value (no tare) or toggle net (tare) and gross values, show relay
set points, max & min values, or Modbus input. The second display may also be set
to show engineering units or be off, with no display.
PROGRAMMING METHODS Four front panel buttons, digital inputs, PC and BULLDOG Pro software, Modbus
registers, or cloning using Copy function.
NOISE FILTER Programmable from 2 to 199 (0 will disable filter)
FILTER BYPASS Programmable from 0.1 to 99.9% of calibrated span
RECALIBRATION All ranges are calibrated at the factory. Recalibration is recommended at least every
12 months.
MAX/MIN
DISPLAY
Max/Min readings reached by the process are stored until reset by the user or until
power to the meter is turned off.
PASSWORD Three programmable passwords restrict modification of programmed settings.
Pass 1: Allows use of function keys and digital inputs
Pass 2: Allows use of function keys, digital inputs, and editing set/reset points
Pass 3: Restricts all programming, function keys, and digital inputs
NON-VOLATILE MEMORY All programmed settings are stored in non-volatile memory for a minimum of ten
years if power is lost.
POWER OPTIONS 85-265 VAC 50/60 Hz, 90-625 VDC, 20 W max or jumper selectable 12/24 VDC
±10%, 15 W max
FUSE Required external fuse: UL Recognized, 5 A max, slow blow; up to 6 meters may
share one 5 A fuse
ISOLATED TRANSMITTER
POWER SUPPLY
Terminals P+ & P-: 24 VDC ± 5% @ 200 mA max (standard), (12/24 VDC pow-
ered models rated @ 100 mA max). 5 or 10 VDC @ 50 mA max, selectable with
internal jumper J4.
NORMAL MODE REJECTION Greater than 60 dB at 50/60 Hz
ISOLATION 4 kV input/output-to-power line 500 V input-to-output or output-to-P+ supply