Conviron CMP4030 User manual

Copyright © 2003 Controlled Environments Limited. All rights reserved.
Conviron CMP4030
User Guide
For controllers using:
• Version 6.0 software
• Independent temperature shut-off (ITSO)
• External battery
This Guide belongs to: _____________________________________________
Published by
Controlled Environments Limited
590 Berry Street
Winnipeg. Manitoba. Canada
R3H 0R9
November 2002

Copyright © 2003 Controlled Environments Limited. All rights reserved.
Safety for you and the equipment
Your safety
Warning – High voltage hazard:
Some procedures in this manual involve working inside a live control
panel. Do NOT attempt them unless you have appropriate knowledge
and experience. Proceed only with appropriate safety precautions.
Equipment safety
Electrostatic
discharge (ESD)
cautions
Electrostatic hazard:
Many electronic components in the control system can be damaged or
destroyed by electrostatic discharges (ESD) that you cannot even feel.
You can discharge 5000 volts without feeling it but this voltage is
strong enough to destroy many electronic components of the system.
If you handle system components, you MUST wear a grounded
wrist strap. The best ground is to the triac heat sink.
In addition:
! Do not let anyone that is not wearing a grounded wrist strap work
on the control panel.
! Do not touch any parts or conductors on the board even when you
are wearing a grounded wrist strap.
! Do not lay paper on static-sensitive parts.
! Ship components to Conviron in anti-static bags.
! Make sure everyone that may work on the control panel is aware
of these procedures.
Failure to follow proper ESD precautions may void the warranty!
Battery expiry /
Memory-loss
cautions
Memory-loss hazard:
A continuous supply of electricity to the controller is essential to
preserve its memory. If its memory is lost, the controller cannot
operate and will have to be replaced.
An external battery provides backup for the regular supply of electricity
for brief periods when the regular supply is not available.
The battery must be replaced (see Chapter 7: Maintenance and
Troubleshooting) at intervals NOT exceeding 5 years.
To promote battery life:
• Keep the controller disconnect switch ON (use only the start/stop
switch to turn power for the chamber on and off).
• Keep ambient temperatures within the range of human comfort.
Operation warning:
Always wait at least three (3) minutes after completing any procedure
before turning off the controller.
Wait at least 10 seconds before turning the controller on again.

Copyright © 2003 Controlled Environments Limited. All rights reserved.
User Guide Table of Contents
Chapter 1 – The CMP4030
Chapter 2 – The Status Screen
Chapter 3 – Programming
Chapter 4 – Alarm Management
Chapter 5 – Login and Security Procedures
Chapter 6 – Setting Options and Logging Data
Chapter 7 – Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Appendix A – Labels
Appendix B – Alarm Messages
Appendix C – New Features of v6.0 Software
Appendix D – The Psychrometric Chart
Glossary
Index

1
Index
Activating security, 5-6
Alarm
indicators, 4-6
labels, Appendix A
messages, Appendix B
options, 4-4
priority values, 4-5
programming, 4-6
responding to, 4-7
screen fields, 4-3
screen, 4-2
status field codes, 4-7
Auxiliaries, programming, 3-22
Auxiliary program example, 3-23
Binary mode, 3-19
Chain program screen fields, 3-16
Chain program screen, 3-15
Chaining
a program to itself, 3-16
programs, 3-15
several programs, 3-17
Chaining, 3-15
Chamber ID number, 2-4
Chamber information, 2-4
Changing a timeline, 3-9
Changing your password, 5-4
Chart recorder field, 2-5
Chemical drier, setting the, 6-5
Cleaning and Inspecting Control Panel
Components, 7-2
Clearing SRAM Memory and Recalibrating
the Touch Screen, 7-5
CMP4030 features, 1-4
CMP4030 security procedures, 5-1
CO2 / Auxiliary (CO2) Selector, 2-3
Controller programming, 3-7
Controller software updates, 7-8
Conviron Technical support, 1-7
Creating a graph, 6-10
Day/night program sample, 3-11
Default user IDs, 5-7
Defrost, setting , 6-5
Dehumidification, setting, 6,5
Deleting
a program, 3-14
a timeline, 3-9
cell settings in a timeline, 3-9
Diagnostic screen fields, 7-4
Diagnostic screen, 7-3
Entering timelines, 3-8
Event mode, 3-19
Expandability of CMP4030, 1-5
Exporting Logged Data, 1-5
External Controller Battery, Replacing, 7-6
Features of CMP4030, 1-4
Features of Version 6.0 software, 1-3
see also, Appendix C
Graph, creating a, 6-10
Independent Temperature Shut Off, 4-8
Inserting a timeline, 3-9
Inserting timelines in a ramp, 3-11
Inspecting and Cleaning Control Panel
Components, 7-2
ITSO, 4-8
Lighting zone selector, 2-3
Logging options, setting the, 6-6
Logging out, 5-4
Login screen fields, 5-3
Login screen, 5-2
Memory loss cautions, 1-6
Modes of operation, 3-19
Multi-day programming, 3-15
Optional alarm indicators, 4-6
Options screen fields, 6-3
Options screen, 6-2
Output Status Indicator, 2-4
Password change, 5-4
Program
indicator field, 2-4
screen fields, 3-3
screen toolbar, 3-4
screen, 3-2
table icons, 3-3
table toolbar, 3-5
table, 3-3
verifying a, 3-12
Programming
an alarm, 4-5
auxiliaries, 3-22
in step mode, 3-12
multi-day, 3-15
the controller, 3-7
system settings, 6-4
Psychrometric chart, Appendix D
Ramping, 3-7
Recalibrating the Touch Screen and
Clearing SRAM Memory, 7-5
Relative humidity zone selector, 2-3
Replacing External Controller Battery, 7-6
Responding to an alarm, 4-7

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Running a chained program, 3-18
Save program screen fields, 3-13
Save program screen, 3-13
Saving a program, 3-14
Saving Programs to Disk, 1-5
Security
screen procedures, 5-4
levels and functions, 5-5
activating, 5-6
procedures for the CMP4030, 5-1
Setting the
chemical drier, 6-4
defrost, 6-5
dehumidification, 6-5
logging options, 6-6
SRAM, clearing, 7-5
Standard alarm indicators, 4-6
Status screen fields, 2-2
Status screen, 2-1
Step mode program sample, 3-12
Storing logged data, 6-7
System settings, programming, 6-4
Table cell information, 3-5
Technical support, Conviron, 1-7
Temperature zone selector, 2-3
Timelines, 3-8
Touch screen, 1-4
Trendgraph screen fields, 6-8
Trendgraph screen, 6-8
User IDs, default, 5-7
Verifying a program, 3-10
Version 6.0 software features, 1-3
see also, Appendix C
Zone selectors, 2-2

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Chapter 1: The CMP4030
This manual is intended for users with moderate experience with
computers or with Conviron products. This manual provides instruction
on:
• starting the controller
• setting up programs
• logging data
• understanding and managing alarms
• performing simple troubleshooting and maintenance tasks
Contents
Chapter 1: The CMP4030
This chapter describes:
• the features and functionality of Version 6.0 software
• the features of the CMP4030
Chapter 2: The Status Screen
This chapter describes:
• how to use fields on the Status screen
Chapter 3: Programming
This chapter describes:
• how to create timelines
• how to save and chain programs
• how to view programs graphically
• the functionality of auxiliaries
• how to open programs saved on disk

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Chapter 4: Alarm Management
This chapter describes:
• the function of alarms in a program
• how to set alarms
• how to respond to alarms
Chapter 5: Security
This chapter describes
• log in procedures
• security
Chapter 6: Setting Options and Logging Data
This chapter describes
• the Options screen
• the Trendgraph screen
• options for logging data
• options for viewing collected data
Chapter 7: Maintenance and Troubleshooting
This chapter describes
• starting the CMP4030 after a power outage
• how to use the diagnostic screen
• basic problem solving
This manual also contains a glossary and four appendices.
Appendix A – Labels
Appendix B – Alarm Messages
Appendix C – Features of Version 6.0 Software
Appendix D – The Psychrometric Chart
The software contained in the CMP4030 controller is the property of Conviron and its
licensors and is protected by copyright law.

Features of Version 6.0 Software
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Features of Version 6.0 Software
Boot up • boot up is faster than in previous versions
Screen
Functionality
• the functionality of the screen is faster, easier and more intuitive
• a set button/keypad replaces the scrolling arrows used in previous
versions
Alarms • alarms have enhanced error reporting and display user friendly
messages
Options • the control of humidification and the defrost operation have been
enhanced
• time can be adjusted without losing data
Programming • a program now maintains the current condition if it is unchained or if
the next program in the chain is corrupt
Security • creating and managing security ID’s is more straightforward and the
entire process is completed on one screen
Trendgraph • data is traced on screen many times faster than in previous versions
See Appendix C for a complete list of V6.0 features.

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Features of the CMP4030
The CMP4030 Local Control System (LCS) is used to control the plant
growth chamber. The ‘brain’ of the LCS is the Version 6.0 software.
The Touch Screen
The system uses a Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) panel with an
integrated touch screen as the user interface.
The touch screen provides the facility to:
• program controls
• assist qualified personnel to service the chamber
• control temperature
• control lighting
• control relative humidity
The screen measures 210mm x 158mm (8.3" x 6.2").
Information on the touch screen is easy to read because the screen is
backlit.
Most icons are “touchable” and initiate a controller action when they are
touched. In this manual, “touchable” icons are called buttons.
When a button is touched, it will flash and the controller will beep.

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Important:
The screen has a backlight saver. After five minutes of inactivity, the
screen goes blank. Touch the screen to reactivate the display.
Do not touch the screen with sharp or pointed objects. Use your
fingertip or the eraser end of a pencil.
On-line help To access on-line help, touch the Help button, then the field or button
for which help is required.
Saving Programs to Disk
Programs can be saved on disk and copied for use with other
chambers. The chamber must be equipped with a disk drive installed to
use this feature.
Caution! If a program is to be used on another chamber, the chambers
must have the same configuration.
• they must have the same number and type of program zones in
the program table
• the program zones must be in the same order
Exporting Logged Data
Data can be exported to other software such as spreadsheets or word
processors. The data files are easily imported into programs such as
Excel.
Expandability
The CMP4030 is a flexible control system and adding capacity is a
simple process. If there is a need to control additional devices or
equipment, hardware and software upgrades are available. Contact
Conviron Customer Care.
Security
Users can be assigned User ID’s and passwords to ensure that only
authorized staff make program changes.

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Memory-loss Cautions
Memory-loss hazard:
A continuous supply of electricity to the controller is essential to
preserve its memory. If memory is lost, the controller will not function
and cannot be repaired.
An external battery provides backup when the regular power supply is
unavailable. To ensure that the external battery has power, replace it
every 5 years.
Instructions for replacing an external battery are provided in Chapter 8:
Maintenance and Troubleshooting.
To promote battery life:
 Leave the controller disconnect switch ON. To turn the chamber on
and off, use the start/stop switch.
 Keep ambient temperatures within the range of human comfort.

Conviron's Technical Support
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Conviron's Technical Support
Important:
When contacting Conviron for technical support, please provide the
chamber Serial Number, which is located on the rating plate on the
side of the chamber.
Head Office
(Sales and Service)
Customer Services
Controlled Environments Limited (CONVIRON)
590 Berry Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3H 0R9
Canada
Sales Department Email: [email protected]
Conviron Customer
Care
Toll free in North America
Regular telephone
Fax
E-mail
Web address
1-800-363-6451
1-204-786-6451
1-204-783-7736
[email protected]
[email protected]
www.conviron.com

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Chapter 2: The Status Screen
The Status screen provides a comprehensive overview of the
chamber’s current program and conditions.
This chapter describes:
• how to use and read status screen fields
The Status Screen
The Status screen is displayed when the controller is powered on.
Zone
Selectors
Chamber
Information
Chart
R
eco
r
der
Output
Status
Indicator
Help
Program
Indicato
r
Trendgraph
button
Security
button
Diagnostics
button
Options
button
Alarm
button
Program
button
Toolbar

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Status Screen Fields
Toolbar The Status Screen Toolbar provides access to other CMP4030
functions.
Trendgraph
button
Touch to access the Trendgraph screen.
Security button Touch to access the Security screen.
Diagnostics
button
Touch to access the Diagnostics screen.
Options button Touch to access the Options screen. A flashing Options button
indicates that data is being logged.
The Options screen can be accessed at any time however the
date, time and logging options cannot be changed if a program is
running.
Alarm button Touch to access the Alarms screen.
A flashing Alarm button indicates an active alarm.
Program button Touch to access the Program screen.
A flashing Program button indicates that a program is running.
Help button To access on-line help, touch the Help button, then the field or
button for which help is required.
Zone Selectors
A zone is a specified area of control and/or monitoring.
Zone selectors display the current program’s settings and actual
values of the conditions in the chamber.
• Current conditions are displayed in the white fields.
• Program settings are displayed in the gray areas.
• If a zone does not have a program setting but is being
monitored, the condition will be displayed in both the gray
area and the white field of the zone selector.
• Each zone display has a zone selector button that can
display multiple sub-zones, based on chamber options
such as: soil temperature, auxiliary lighting, lamp loft
temperature, etc.
Temperature
(TEMP) Zone
Displays chamber temperatures in degrees Celsius.
Current
Conditions
Program
Settin
g
s

Status Screen Fields
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(TEMP) Zone
Selector
• The default reading, TEMP, is the control zone.
• If there is more than one temperature zone, touch the
zone selector button to display the readings for each
zone. The Chart Recorder will display each zone as it is
selected.
Relative Humidity
(HUM) Zone
Selector
Displays the relative humidity percentage.
• The default reading, HUM, is the control zone.
• This feature is valid only if the chamber is equipped with
additive humidity and/or dehumidification.
• If there is more than one relative humidity zone, touch the
zone selector button to display the settings for each of the
zones. The Chart Recorder will display each zone as it is
selected.
Lighting Zone
(LIGHT_uMOL)
Selector
Displays values in banks, percentage of full power, or in units
such as micromoles (µmol), depending on chamber options.
• If there is more than one set or type of lights, touch the
zone selector button to display the settings for each type.
The Chart Recorder will display each zone as it is
selected.
CO2 / Auxiliary
(CO2) Selector
(optional)
Displays one of the following depending on chamber options:
• CO2concentration, in parts per million, in the plant growth
area.
• An auxiliary on-off event
• Other chamber parameters
Touch the zone selector button to display the possible zones.
The Chart Recorder will display each zone as it is selected.

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Chamber Information
The Chamber Information fields display the current date, time,
chamber number and output status.
These settings are entered in the Options screen. Refer to
Chapter 6, Setting Options and Logging Data, for more
information.
Time – current time in 24-hour format.
Note: Data will be overwritten if time is adjusted forward for any
reason such as Daylight Savings Time.
Date – date in MM/DD format.
Chamber identification number – chamber ID.
The Chamber ID identifies the chamber to the Central Control
System (CCS).
• the factory default ID of 100 must be changed prior to
connection to a CCS.
• duplicate IDs on a CCS network cannot be used.
Output Status Indicator
An output is a switch that controls a specified device, such as a
valve or a bank of lights.
The Output Status Indicator provides a graphical view of the
operation of the selected output.
By touching the white square on the left side of the indicator, the
user is able to cycle through the various control system outputs.
• when the output is fully off, the bar graph in the indicator
does not display.
• when the output is fully on, the bar graph appears black.
• modulating or proportional outputs will display a bar
graph between 0 and 100% on.
Program Indicator
The Program Indicator field displays the program that is currently
running as well as programs that are chained to it.
If a program cannot be run, the program indicator field will
display one of the following warning messages.
– cannot open current file
? no chain specified
! cannot open chain file
✻chain file has incorrect format (and cannot be run)

Status Screen Fields
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Chart Recorder
The chart recorder provides the facility to view a charted history
of four programmed zones including:
temperature
relative humidity
lighting
CO2and/or auxiliaries
The recorder is comprised of a graph and eight buttons.
The eight buttons represent the actual and programmed
conditions for each of the four zones.
Touch the corresponding zone button to display a charted history
of the zone. When a button is selected, it will appear darkened.
Actual
The actual chamber temperature is charted constantly. This
button will always appear darkened.
Touch to chart humidity data
Touch to chart lighting data
Touch to chart CO2or auxiliary data
Programmed
Touch to chart the temperature program
Touch to chart the humidity program
Temperature
Relative Humidity
Lighting
CO2/Auxiliary

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Touch to chart the lighting program
Touch to chart the CO2or auxiliary program
The Chart Recorder displays thirty-two hours of graphing time.
This includes the previous 24 hours and the next 8 hours.
Note: The controller does not have the facility to read the next
day’s program.
Note:
Multiple zones can by simultaneously charted but the scales
differ for each condition. When viewing several zones on the
Chart Recorder, the scale displayed will relate to the zone that
was most recently charted.
We recommend that the chart be used to view the programmed
and actual conditions of one zone at a time.

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Chapter 3: Programming
This chapter introduces procedures for programming the CMP4030 using the Program screen.
The settings entered in the Program screen control conditions in the plant growth chamber.
This chapter describes:
• The Program screen and toolbar
• Programming the CMP4030
• Multi-day programming
• Managing programs
• How to program auxiliaries

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The Program Screen
To access the Program screen, touch the Program button in
the Status toolbar. The Program screen will appear and will display the
last program that was opened.
Program
Table
Program Table
Toolbar
Program Screen
Toolbar
Exit
Stop
Pro
g
ram
New
Pro
g
ram Open
Pro
g
ram
Save
Pro
g
ram
Chain
Pro
g
ram
Run
Pro
g
ram
Help
Scroll Buttons
Sort
Graph
Program
Binary Event
Switch
Table Cell
Information
Delete
Backspace
Number
Display
Keypad