Blue Ribbon BD300 User manual

Blue Ribbon Corporation
Instruction Manual
Model BD300
Analog Input
Process Meter
• 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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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 contents herein adn specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or
fitness for a particular purpose.
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Table of Contents
1. IntroductIon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
2. orderIng InformatIon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
3. SpecIfIcatIonS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
3.1. General......................................4
3.2. Process Input. ................................6
3.3. Relays. . .....................................7
3.4. ISOLATED 4-20 mA TRANSMITTER OUTPUT. .........8
3.5. MODBUS®RTU SERIAL COMMUNICATIONS. .........8
3.6. COMPLIANCE INFORMATION. ....................9
3.7. ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY. ...............9
4. Safety InformatIon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
5. InStallatIon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
5.1. Unpacking. .................................10
5.2. Panel Mounting Instructions.....................11
5.3. Conguration for 12 or 24 VDC Power Option. ......13
5.4. Transmitter Supply Voltage Selection (P+, P-). ......14
5.5. Connections..................................14

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6. Setup and programmIng . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
6.1. Front Panel Buttons and Status LED Indicators. .....23
6.2. Display Functions & Messages. ..................24
6.3. Main Menu. .................................28
6.4. Setting Numeric Values. .......................29
6.5. Setting Up the Meter (SEtuP). ...................30
6.6. Setting the Relay Operation (rELAy). .............41
6.7. Relay and Alarm Operation Diagrams.............44
6.8. Relay Operation Details. .......................52
6.9. Scaling the 4-20 mA Analog Output (Aout). ........62
6.10. Reset Menu (rESEt)............................63
6.11. Control Menu (
Contrl ). ........................63
6.12. Setting Up the Password (PASS)..................64
6.13. Advanced Features Menu. ......................66
7. meter operatIon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
7.1. Front Panel Buttons Operation...................83
7.2. Function Keys Operation. ......................84
7.3. F4 Operation.................................84
7.4. Maximum/Minimum Readings. ..................84
8. troubleShootIng . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
8.1. Diagnostics Menu (d iAG).......................85
8.2. Reset Meter to Factory Defaults. .................86
8.3. Troubleshooting Tips. .........................91
8.4. Alphabetical List of Display Functions & Messages. ..92
9. how tocontact blue rIbbon . . . . . . . . . 101

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Figure 1. 1/8 DIN Panel Cutout Dimensions................................................ 11
Figure 2. Panel Mounting Details ................................................................ 11
Figure 3. Meter Dimensions - Side View ..................................................... 12
Figure 4. Meter Dimensions - Top View....................................................... 12
Figure 5. Jumper Conguration for 12/24 VDC Power................................ 13
Figure 6. Transmitter Supply Voltage Selection........................................... 14
Figure 7. Connector Labeling for Fully Loaded BD300................................ 15
Figure 8. Power Connections ....................................................................... 15
Figure 9. Transmitters Powered by Internal Supply .................................... 16
Figure 10. Transmitter Powered by Ext. Supply or Self-Powered .................. 16
Figure 11. Voltage Input Connections............................................................ 17
Figure 12. Relay Connections......................................................................... 17
Figure 13. AC and DC Loads Protection ......................................................... 18
Figure 14. Low Voltage DC Loads Protection ................................................. 18
Figure 15. F4 Digital Input Connections ........................................................ 19
Figure 16. 4-20 mA Output Connections ....................................................... 19
Figure 17. Expansion Modules & DIN Rail Mounting Kit............................... 20
Figure 18. External Relays Module Connections............................................ 21
Figure 19. Digital I/O Module Connections ................................................... 21
Figure 20. Interlock Connections ................................................................... 21
Figure 21. Acknowledge Relays w/Function Key or Digital Input ................. 57
Figure 22. 1/8 DIN Panel Cutout Template.................................................... 97

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1. IntroductIon
The BULLDOG BD300 is a multi-purpose, easy to use digital process meter ideal for
level, flow rate, temperature, or pressure transmitter applications. It accepts current
and voltage signals (e.g. 4-20 mA, 0-10 V). Three of the front panel buttons can be
custom-programmed for a specific operation. The analog input can be scaled to
display the process in two different scales; for example the main display could indicate
level in feet and the second display could indicate the volume in gallons.
The basic model includes an isolated 24 VDC transmitter power supply that can be
used to power the input transmitter or other devices. An additional isolated 24 VDC
power supply is included with the 4-20 mA output option. A digital input is standard.
A fully loaded BD300 meter has the following: four SPDT relays, 4-20 mA output, and two
24 VDC power supplies. The BD300 capabilities may be enhanced by adding the
following external expansion modules: four SPST relays (creating an eight-relay process
meter), two digital I/O modules with four inputs and four outputs each, and USB, RS-232
or RS-485 communication adapters.
The eight relays can be used for alarm indication or process control applications, such as
pump alternation control. The 4-20 mA isolated output, Modbus RTU serial
communications, and digital I/O options make the BD300 an excellent addition to any
system.
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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 con-
tents herein adn 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
BD300-10 BD300-20 No Options
BD300-12 BD300-22 2 Relays
BD300-11 BD300-21 4-20 mA Output
BD300-14 BD300-24 4 Relays
BD300-13 BD300-23 2 Relays & 4-20 mA Output
BD300-15 BD300-25 4 Relays & 4-20 mA Output
85-265 VAC Model 12/24 VDC Options Installed
BD300-10X BD300-20X No Options
BD300-12X BD300-22X 2 Relays
BD300-11X BD300-21X 4-2 mA Output
BD300-14X BD300-24X 4 Relays
BD300-13X BD300-23X 2 Relays & 4-20mA Output
BD300-15X BD300-25X 4 Relays & 4-20mA Output
2.2. SunBright Display Models

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2.3. Accessories
Model Description
BDRMK 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
Model Description
BD281 1 Meter Plastic NEMA 4X Enclosure
BD282 2 Meter Plastic NEMA 4X Enclosure
2.4. Enclosures

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3. SpecIfIcatIonS
Except where noted, all specifications apply to operation at +25 °C (+77 °F).
3.1. General
DISPLAY Main display: 0.60” (15mm) high, red LEDs
Second 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 PV1, PV2, PCT, d
r4-u, d gross, d-nt-g, max/min max & min, set points, units (small display only, or
Modbus input.
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
POWER OPTIONS 85-265 VAC 50/60 Hz, 90-625 VDC, 20 W max or jumper selectable 12/24 VDC
±10%, 15 W max
ISOLATED TRANSMITTER
POWER SUPPLY
Terminals P+ & P-: 24 VDC ± 10%. 12/24 VDC powered models selectable for
24, 10, or 5 VDC supply (internal jumper J4). 85-265 VAC models rated @ 200
mA max, 12/24 VDC powered models rated @ 100 mA max, @ 50 mA max for 5
or 10 VDC supply.
NON-VOLATILE MEMORY All programmed settings are stored in non-volatile memory for a minimum of ten
years if power is lost.
FUSE Required external fuse: UL Recognized, 5 A max, slow blow; up to 6 meters may
share one 5 A fuse
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
OVERVOLTAGE CATEGORY Installation Overvoltage Category II: Local level with smaller transient overvoltages
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ENVIRONMENTAL Operating temperature range: -40 to 65°C
Storage temperature range: -40 to 85°C
Relative humidity: 0 to 90% non-condensing
CONNECTIONS Removable screw terminal blocks accept 12 to 22 AWG wire, RJ45 for external
relays, digital I/O, and serial communication adapters.
ENCLOSURE 1/8 DIN, high impact plastic, UL 94V-0, color: black
MOUNTING 1/8 DIN panel cutout required:
3.622” x 1.772” (92 mm x 45 mm)
Two panel mounting bracket assemblies are provided.
TIGHTENING TORQUE Screw terminal connectors: 5 lb-in (0.56 Nm)
OVERALL DIMENSIONS 4.68” x 2.45” x 5.64” (119 mm x 62 mm x 143 mm) (W x H x D)
WEIGHT 9.5 oz (269 g)
WARRANTY 3 years parts & labor
3.1 General (cont.)

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3.2. Process Input
INPUTS Field selectable: 0-20, 4-20 mA, ±10 V (0-5, 1-5, 0-10 V), Modbus PV (Slave)
ACCURACY ±0.03% of calibrated span ±1 count,
square root & programmable exponent accuracy
range: 10-100% of calibrated span
TEMPERATURE DRIFT 0.005% of calibrated span/°C max from 0 to 65°C ambient,
0.01% of calibrated span/°C max from -40 to 0°C ambient
SIGNAL INPUT
CONDITIONING
Linear, square root, programmable exponent, or round horizontal tank volume
calculation
MULTI-POINT
LINEARIZATION
2 to 32 points for PV or PV1
2 to 8 points for PV2 (Dual-scale Level feature)
PROGRAMMABLE
EXPONENT
1.0001 to 2.9999
ROUND H TANK Diameter & Length: 999.999 inch or cm calculates volume in gallons or liters
respectively.
LOW -FLOW CUTOFF 0-999999 (0 disables cutoff function)
DECIMAL POINT Up to five decimal places or none:
d.ddddd,d.dddd,d.ddd,d.dd,d.d,or dddddd
CALIBRATION RANGE Input Minimum Span
Range Input 1 & Input 2
4-20 mA 0.15 mA
±10 V 0.10 V
An Error message will appear if the input 1 and input 2 signals are
too close together.
INPUT IMPEDANCE Voltage ranges: greater than 500 kΩ
Current ranges: 50 - 100 Ω (depending on resettable fuse impedance)
INPUT OVERLOAD Current input protected by resettable fuse, 30 VDC max.
Fuse resets automatically after fault is removed.
F4 DIGITAL INPUT
CONTACTS
3.3 VDC on contact. Connect normally open contacts across F4 to
COM.
F4 DIGITAL INPUT LOGIC
LEVELS
Logic High: 3 to 5 VDC
Logic Low: 1 to 1.25 VDC

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3.3. Relays
RATING 2 or 4 SPDT (Form C) internal and/or 4 SPST (Form A) external; rated 3 A @ 30
VDC and 125/250 VAC resistive load; 1/14 HP (≈ 50 W) @ 125/250 VAC for
inductive loads.
NOISE SUPPRESSION Noise suppression is recommended for each relay contact switching inductive
loads; see page 18 for details.
DEADBAND 0-100% of span, user programmable
HIGH OR LOW ALARM User may program any alarm for high or low trip point.
Unused alarm LEDs and relays may be disabled (turn off).
RELAY OPERATION Automatic (non-latching) and/or manual reset
Latching (requires manual acknowledge) with/without clear
Pump alternation control (2 to 8 relays)
Sampling (based on time)
Off (disable unused relays and enable interlock feature)
Manual on/off control mode
RELAY RESET User selectable via front panel buttons or digital inputs
1. Automatic reset only (non-latching), when the input passes the reset point.
2. Automatic + manual reset at any time (non-latching)
3. Manual reset only, at any time (latching)
4. Manual reset only after alarm condition has cleared (latching)
Note: Front panel button or digital input may be assigned to acknowledge relays
programmed for manual reset.
TIME DELAY 0 to 999.9 seconds, on & off relay time delays
Programmable and independent for each relay
FAIL-SAFE OPERATION Programmable and independent for each relay.
Note: Relay coil is energized in non-alarm condition.
In case of power failure, relay will go to alarm state.
AUTO INITIALIZATION When power is applied to the meter, relays will reflect the state of the input
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3.4. ISOLATED 4-20 mA TRANSMITTER OUTPUT
OUTPUT SOURCE Process variable (PV), max, min, set points 18, ModBUS input, or manual control
mode
SCALING RANGE 1.000 to 23.000 mA for any display range
CALIBRATION Factory calibrated: 4.000 to 20.000 = 4-20 mA output
ANALOG OUT
PROGRAMMING
23.000 mA maximum for all parameters:
Overrange, underrange, max, min, and break
ACCURACY ±0.1% of span ± 0.004 mA
TEMPERATURE DRIFT 0.4 µA/°C max from 0 to -65 °C ambient,
0.8 µA/°C max from -40 to 0 °C ambient
Note: Analog output drift is separate from input drift.
ISOLATED TRANSMITTER
POWER SUPPLY
Terminals I+ & R: 24 VDC ± 10%. May be used to power the 4-20 mA output or
other devices. Refer to Figure 5 on page 17 and Figure 16 on page 23.
All models rated @ 40 mA max.
EXTERNAL LOOP POWER
SUPPLY
35 VDC maximum
OUTPUT LOOP RESISTANCE Power Supply Minimum Maximum
24 VDC 10 Ω 700 Ω
35 VDC (external) 100 Ω 1200 Ω
3.5. MODBUS®RTU SERIAL COMMUNICATIONS
SLAVE ID 1-247 (Meter address)
BAUD RATE 300 – 19,200 bps
TRANSMIT TIME DELAY Programmable between 0 and 199 ms
DATA 8 bit (1 start bit, 1 or 2 stop bits)
PARITY Even, Odd, or None with 1 or 2 stop bits
BYTE-TO-BYTE TIMEOUT 0.01 – 2.54 second
TURN AROUND DELAY Less than 2 ms (fixed)
Note: Refer to the BULLDOG ModBUS Register Tables located at www. blueribboncorp.com for details.

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3.6. COMPLIANCE INFORMATION
3.7. ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY
UL & c-UL LISTED USA & Canada
UL 508 Industrial Control Equipment
UL FILE NUMBER E350669
FRONT PANEL UL TYPE 4X, NEMA 4X, IP65; panel gasket provided
LOW VOLTAGE DIRECTIVE EN61010-1:2001
Safety requirements for measurement, control, and laboratory use
EMISSIONS EN 55022:2006/A1:2007
Radiated Emissions Class A
AC Mains
Conducted
Emissions
Class A
IMMUNITY EN61326-1:2006
Measurement, control, and laboratory equipment
EN61000-6-2:2005
EMC heavy industrial generic immunity standard
RFI - Amplitude
Modulated
80 - 1000 MHz 10 V/m 80% AM (1 kHz)
1.4 - 2.0 GHz 3 V/m 80% AM (1kHz)
2.0 - 2.7 GHz 1 V/m 80% AM (1kHz)
Electrical Fast
Transients
±2kV AC mains, ±1kV other
Electrostatic
Discharge
±4kV AC contact, ±8kV air
RFI - Conducted 10V, 0.15-80 MHz, 1kHz 80% AM
AC Surge ±2kV Common, ±1kV Differential
Surge 1KV (CM)
Power-Frequency
Magnetic Field
3 A/m 70%V for 0.5 period
Voltage Dips 40%V for 5 & 50 periods
70%V for 25 periods
Voltage
Interruptions
<5%V for 250 periods
Safety

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NOTE:
Testing was conducted on BD300 meters installed through the covers of
grounded metal enclosures with cable shields grounded at the point of
entry representing installations designed to optimize EMC performance.
CAUTION: R ead complete
instructions prior to installation
and operation of the meter.
WARNING: Risk of
electric shock or
personal injury.
WARNING!
Hazardous voltages exist within enclosure.
Installation and service should be performed only by
trained service personnel.
Declaration of Conformity available at www.blueribboncorp.com
4. Safety InformatIon
5. InStallatIon
There is no need to remove the meter from its case to complete the installation, wiring, and set-
up of the meter for most applications.
Instructions are provided for setting up a 12/24 VDC powered meter to operate from 12 VDC
and for changing the transmitter power supply to output 5 or 10 VDC instead of 24 VDC, see
page 13.
5.1. Unpacking
Remove the meter from box. Inspect the packaging and contents for damage. Report damages,
if any, to the carrier.
If any part is missing or the meter malfunctions, please contact your supplier or the factory for
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5.2. Panel Mounting Instructions
Prepare a standard ⅛ DIN panel cutout – 3.622” x 1.772” (92 mm x 45 mm).
Refer to Figure 1 below, for more details.
Clearance: allow at least 6.0” (152 mm) behind the panel for wiring.
Panel thickness: 0.04” - 0.25” (1.0 mm - 6.4 mm).
Remove the two mounting brackets provided with the meter (back-off the two
screws so that there is ¼” (6.4 mm) or less through the bracket. Slide the
bracket toward the front of the case and remove).
Insert meter into the panel cutout.
Install mounting brackets and tighten the screws against the panel. To achieve
a proper seal, tighten the mounting bracket screws evenly until meter is snug
to the panel along its short side. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN, as the rear of the
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Meters equipped with the 12/24 VDC power option are shipped
from the factory ready to operate from 24 VDC.
To configure the meter for 12 VDC power.
1. Remove all the connectors.
2. Unscrew the back cover.
3. Slide the back cover about 1 inch.
4. Configure the J9 jumper, located behind the power
connector, for 12 V as shown below.
WARNING!
Do not exceed voltage rating of the selected
configuration.
5.3. Conguration for 12 or 24 VDC Power Option
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5.4. Transmitter Supply Voltage Selection (P+, P-)
All meters, including models equipped with the 12/24 VDC power option, are shipped from the
factory configured to provided 24 VDC power for the transmitter or sensor.
If the transmitter requires 5 or 10 VDC excitation, the internal jumper J4 must be configured
accordingly.
To access the voltage selection jumper:
1. Remove all the wiring connectors.
2. Unscrew the back cover.
3. Slide out the back cover by about 1 inch.
4. Configure the J4 jumper, located behind the input signal connector,
for the desired excitation voltage shown.
Use copper wire with 60 °C or 60/75 °C insulation for all line voltage
connections. Observe all safety regulations. Electrical writing should be
performed in accordance with all applicable national, state, and local
codes to prevent damage to the meter and ensure personnel safety.
5.5. Connections
All connections are made to removable screw terminal connectors located at the rear of the
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5.6. Connectors Labeling
The connectors’ label, affixed to the meter, shows the location of all connectors available with
requested configuration.
WARNING!
Do not connect any equipment other than Blue Ribbon’s
expansion modules, cables, or meters to the RJ45 M-LINK
connector. Otherwise damage will occur to the equipment
and the meter.
5.7. Power Connections
Power connections are made to a two-terminal connector labeled POWER on Figure 7 on page
19. The meter will operate regardless of DC polarity connection. The + and – symbols are only
a suggested wiring convention.
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