Danaher Veeder-Root C346 Series User manual

Technical Manual
701996-0000
C346
Preset Counter
Rate Meter
Time Counter
Introduction
The Veeder-Root brand C346 family offers a new level of performance in a 1/16 DIN
instrument. Fully programmable to operate as a preset counter, a rate meter (with
outputs) or an elapsed time counter. Enhanced fuctionality provides operating
modes for batching, background totalizing, and operation as dual counters with
master sum. When used as an elapsed time counter, the C346 offers unique
functionality for measurement of pulse widths or time between pulses. The C346 is
available with an LCD display or the industry's only 6 digit LED display for a 48mm
x 48mm product.
A wide variety of features are present that enable use in even the most demanding
applications. Inputs can be accepted from both NPN or PNP sensors, dry contacts or
encoders, and the input scaling function enables rate and count inputs to be
displayed in engineering units. Single and dual preset models are available and
each preset offers both a transistor output, which can interface to an external SSR
or PLC, and a relay output for
directly driving a load. The outputs
can be programmed for latching or
timed operation.
Even with a high level of
functionality, simplicity of operation
is still maintained. Important
parameters such as the preset and
prescale values can be called up
quickly with direct access keys
while an intuitive button per digit
interface enables those values to be changed easily.
The C346 has a NEMA 4 rated faceplate is CE approved, and UL and CUL listed.
Features
• Choice of 6 digit LED or LCD Display
• Button Per-Digit setting and direct access
keys for easy opertation
• Field programmable for operation as a
preset counter, batch counter, rate meter
or elapsed time meter, all with outputs
• Input scale function for display in
engineering units
• Add/Subtract, Add/Add and quadrature
input modes
• Background count value keeps track of
production totals
• 12 - 24 VDC sensor power supply
• Accepts either NPN or PNP inputs
• Relay and transistor outputs for each
preset
• Reset via front panel, remote input or
automatically
• NEMA 4 rated front panel
Overview
Construction page 2
Terminal Connections page 2
Panel Mounting page 3
Operation
Front Panel page 4
Setup/Oper. Overview page 4
Operation Mode page 5
Programming
Basic Functionality page 8
Counter Mode page 8
Rate Meter Mode page 11
Elapsed Time Mode page 13
Dual Register Mode page 16
Batch Counter Mode page 17
General
Specifications page 19
Ordering Information page 20
Warranty page 20
Index
Veeder-Root brand

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PROGRAMMING
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346421
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OVERVIEW
CONSTRUCTION
Main Display
Compact Design
Standard 1/16 DIN (48mm x 48mm) faceplate
Can be toggled quickly between count value, set value and
prescale value. LCD and LED display models available.
Simple Button per Digit Programming
Front Panel Seal
NEMA 4/IEC IP65 front panel for use in washdown environments
A dedicated button for each of the 6 decades available in the
Preset value enables quick changes. The Edit key allows
quick access to important parameters.
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17 16 14 13 12 11 10
35612 7 8 94
REAR TERMINAL CONNECTIONS
2. Common - For use with sensor power supply, Inputs A, B, & C, and
transistor outputs 1 and 2
3. Input A- Programmable as the primary count input or channel A for
an encoder input
4. Input B - Programmable to be a directional input, an inhibit input, a
decrementing input, an incrementing input, or channel B of an
encoder input
5. Input C - Programmable for use as a reset input or an inhibit input
6. Transistor Output 1 - Provides a PNP open collector output signal
when Preset 1 is activated
7. Relay Output 1 - Normally closed contact
8. Relay Output 1 - Normally open contact
9. Relay Output 1 - Common
1. Sensor Power Supply - Provides 12 -24 VDC for powering of
external sensors up to 50 ma.
Note: For DC powered version, this terminal is used for the positive
input of the DC supply
10. AC Power Input - Neutral (Not connected for DC powered units)
11. AC Power Input - Line (Not connected for DC powered units)
12. Do Not Connect
13. Transistor Output 2 - Provides a PNP open collector output signal
when Preset 2 is activated
17. Relay Output 2 - Common
16. Relay Output 2 - Normally open contact
15. Relay Output 2 - Normally closed contact
14. Do Not Connect
Top View of Terminals
Insert wire into opening and turn the screw
to tighten the wire clamp.
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3
PANEL MOUNTING
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VEEDER-ROOT
48mm
8mm
93mm
48mm
45mm
45mm
Make cutout(s) based on the recommended panel opening
illustrated in the drawing above.
Place the unit in the panel and slide the included gasket
over the rear of the unit. Make sure the unit is positioned
squarely against the panel and the gasket is not distorted.
Orient the bracket so that the tabs are pointing away from
the panel. Slide the bracket over the unit so that the tabs
catch in the grooves on the housing, and the bracket is as
far forward as possible. Use the panel mount screws to
tighten the bracket until there is a secure seal against the
gasket.
Please note that there are 4 sets of grooves on the housing
so that the bracket can be positioned with the screws on
the top or the side.
The electronic components of the instrument can be
removed from the housing. To do so the bracket must be
loosened and slid back until the release slot on each side is
showing. Place a small screw driver in the release slot and
gently push forward. Repeat the procedure on the release
slot on the other side. The front panel and PCBs should
then be able to be pulled forward out of the housing.
Release Slot
Side Mounting
Grooves
Top Mounting
Grooves
Wiring Diagram
Dimensions Panel Cutout

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PROGRAMMING
FRONT PANEL
LCD Version LED Version
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346421
P1
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VEEDER-ROOT
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346421
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6 4 2
VEEDER-ROOT
F1 F2 PSC PRG
4. Numeric Keys
6 4 2
1. Main Display
2. Status Displays
3. Edit Key
1. Main Display: In Operating mode indicates the present
count, rate or time value. Can also be quickly toggled through
use of the Edit key to indicate the Preset Value or the Prescale
Value. In Program mode, this display indicates the parameter
code on the left side of the display, and the present parameter
value on the right side.
2. Status Displays: Indicates Preset 1 (F1), Preset 2 (F2),
Prescale, (PSC) and Program (PRG). In Operating mode, F1 and
F2 illuminate to indicate the active output(s). In Program
Mode, PRG is illuminated, and either F1, F2 or PSC is lit to
indicate which value is being displayed.
3. Edit Key: Can be used with the Numeric Keys 1, 2 and 3 in
Operation Mode to display Preset 1, Preset 2, and Prescale value
respectively. To Enter the Program Mode, depress the Edit key
during power-up and continue to hold for 5 secs. Once in
Program Mode, the Edit key is used to advance from one
parameter to the next.
4. Numeric Keys: Each of the numeric keys is used to
increment the value of the respective digit of the Preset(s) or
Prescale Value . When pressed simultaneously, the "6" and "4"
keys serve as a front panel reset.
OPERATION
SETUP/OPERATION OVERVIEW
Mode Decision: Your Series C346 is a powerful control
instrument that can be setup to operate in one of 5 modes:
1. Carefully review the following mode descriptions and choose
the Basic Functionality that best suits the application per the
procedure on page 8.
2. Once the mode is selected, it can be customized per the
Setup procedure on the page designated by the table below.
Count Rate Time Dual Register Batch
1 or 2 preset
counter.
Background
totalizer
feature
Rate indicator
with 2 alarm
limits
1 or 2 preset
timer Two seperate
totalizing counters
(A, B) with third
counter providing
sum (A+B)
Preset counter
with
presettable
batch counter.
Batch total
display
Mode:
Functionality
Follow
procedure on
page 8
Setup Page
Number:
Operation
Page Number:
3. Since each mode programs and operates in a manner that is specific
to its function, the table below lists the appropriate Operation page
number.
8
3
11
5
13
6
16
6
17
7

5
In Operation Mode, the default display is the Count Value. The
Presets and Prescale Value can be accessed by simultaneously
pressing the Edit key and the appropriate Numeric key. The
Numeric keys are then used to alter the value. It is necessary to
then press the Edit key to confirm the change and return to the
Count Value display
OPERATION
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F1 PRG
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F2 PRG
351
62
654321
F1 PRGF1 PRG
654321
Edit Preset 1 Edit Preset 2
Change Value
Change Value
351
642
E
Confirm Change
E
Confirm Change
E12
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PSC PRG
351
642
F1 PRG
456
0.
Edit Prescaler
Change Value
E
Confirm Change
E3
4
E
000
8.
E4
F1 F2
E
Return to Count Value
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Background Total
Note: The new value must be
confirmed by pressing the Edit key
within 15 seconds.
COUNT MODE OPERATION
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F1 PRG
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F2 PRG
351
62
654321
F1 PRGF1 PRG
654321
Edit Preset 1 Edit Preset 2
Change Value
Change Value
351
642
E
Confirm Change
E
Confirm Change
E12
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PSC PRG
351
642
F1 PRG
456
0.
Edit Prescaler
Change Value
E
Confirm Change
E3
4
E
000
8.
Note: The new value must be
confirmed by pressing the Edit key
within 15 seconds.
RATE MODE OPERATION

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OPERATION
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F1 PRG
123456
F2 PRG
351
62
654321
F1 PRGF1 PRG
654321
Edit Preset 1 Edit Preset 2
Change Value
Change Value
351
642
E
Confirm Change
E
Confirm Change
E12
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4
E
Return to Count Value
Background or Batch Total
Note: The new value must be
confirmed by pressing the Edit key
within 15 seconds.
TIME MODE OPERATION
F1 F2
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F1 PRG
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F2 PRG
E12
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PSC PRG
351
642
F1 PRG
456
0.
Edit Prescaler
Change Value
E
Confirm Change
E3
E
000
8.
Note: The new value must be
confirmed by pressing the Edit key
within 15 seconds.
DUAL REGISTER MODE OPERATION
Sub Total A Sub Total B
E
E4

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BATCH MODE OPERATION
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F1 PRG
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F2 PRG
351
62
654321
F1 PRGF1 PRG
654321
Edit Preset 1 Edit Preset 2
Change Value
Change Value
351
642
E
Confirm Change
E
Confirm Change
E12
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PSC PRG
351
642
F1 PRG
456
0.
Edit Prescaler
Change Value
E
Confirm Change
E3
4
E
000
8.
F1 F2
E
Return to Count Value
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Note: The new value must be
confirmed by pressing the Edit key
within 15 seconds.
RESET OPERATION
Reset operation (panel reset and remote input) is dependent on
the operating mode setup of the C346. The following table
describes reset operation of the instrument's 5 operating modes.
Count Rate Time Dual Register Batch
Resets count
value if
displayed
No reset
function
Resets time
value if
displayed
Resets
Sub Total A or
Sub Total B if
displayed
Resets count
or batch value
if displayed
64
Panel Reset
Mode:
Resets count
at any time
No reset
function
Resets time
at any time
Resets
both Sub
Totals and
Primary counts
Resets count
value (not
batch count)
Remote Reset
(Input C)
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Batch Total

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PROGRAMMING
BASIC FUNCTIONALITY
If the functionality has been set to FN0, then the unit will operate as a preset counter. To
enter the Program mode, hold down the Edit key and the "5" key during power-up. Use the
Edit Key to move from one parameter to the next, and the "1" key to scroll though the
parameter choices. Holding down the Edit key for 5 seconds will return the unit to
Operation mode.
COUNTER PROGRAMMING MODE
F0
PRG
0
5
E
During Power-up
F1
PRG
0
E
F3
PRG
0
E
E
F4
PRG
0
F6
PRG
E
0.10
FN
PRG
0
Counter Function
6
E
During Power-up
FN
PRG
1
Rate Meter Function
FN
PRG
2
Time Counter Function
11
FN
PRG
3FN
PRG
4
1
1E
Dual Register Function Batch Counter Function
The C346 can be programmed in the field to operate as a Preset Counter, a Rate Meter,
Elapsed Time Counter, Dual Register or Batch Counter. The default is Preset Counter. To
change the function hold down the both the Edit key and the "6" key during power-up. Use
the "1" key to scroll through the 5 choices as shown below.
F0 Default Settings: Changing this value from 0 to 1 will set all parameters back to their default values. A
setting of 0 has no effect on the other parameters.
F1 Count Mode: Defines the functionality of the 3 inputs. The choices are:
F3 Display Decimal Point: Defines the number of digits displayed to the right of the decimal point for the
Count and Preset values. Settable in a range from 0 to 3.
F4 Reset Operation: Defines how the count value will behave when the preset is reached. Choices are:
Code Input A Input B Input C
0 Count Input Inhibit Reset
1 Count Input Direction (U/D) Reset
2 Count Input Direction (U/D) Inhibit
3 Incrementing Decrementing Reset
4 Incrementing Decrementing Inhibit
5 Incrementing Incrementing Reset
6 Channel A Channel B Reset
7 Channel A Channel B Inhibit
0 Reset to "0", no Autoreset
1 Reset to "0", Autoreset
2 Reset to Preset, no Autoreset
3 Reset to Preset, Autoreset
F6 Output 1 Time: Sets the amount of time Output 1 will be active once the Preset is reached. Choices are:
Off No output
On Latching output (for dual presets, output 2 will deactivate output 1 )
0.02 20 ms
0.05 50 ms
0.10 100 ms
0.50 500 ms
1.00 1 sec.

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F7 Output 2 Time: Sets the amount of time Output 2 will be active after the Preset is reached. Choices
are the same as Output 1
E
F7
PRG
0
F9 Output on Reset: When set to ON (1), the primary output (Output 2 on dual preset version) will
activate when the unit is reset.
E
F9
PRG
.10
F10
PRG
F10 Input Type: Enables the unit to be programmed to work with either sinking or sourcing inputs.
Choices are NPN (0), and PNP (1)
F11 Count Speed: Enables the unit to be set for full speed of 5 kHz (1) or to 30 Hz (0) to provide debounce
filtering for contact inputs.
F12
PRG
0
F12 Static/Dynamic Reset: When set to static reset (0) counting stops on the leading edge of the reset
input and does not resume until the trailing edge. When set to dynamic reset (1) the Count Value is
immediately reset on the leading edge of the reset signal, and will accumulate while the reset signal is still
active.
F14
PRG
0
F14 Output Signal Memory: Determines if after power interruption the outputs will resume their state
prior to the loss of power (1) or if the output will be reset (0)
E
E
E
E
PRG
1
F11
1
F20
PRG
F20 Front Panel Reset Enable: When active (0), the count value and output(s) can be reset by
simultaneously pressing the "6" and "4" keys. If set to Off (1), reset can only take place through the
remote input, or through the front panel by holding the "6" and "4" keys for 10 seconds (see F29).
0
E
F15 Background Totalizer: Setting this parameter to ON (1) will activate the totalizer function.
PRG
0
F15
E

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F21
PRG
0
F21 Preset 1 Access Enable: When active (0), the Preset 1 value can be accessed by simultaneously
holding down the Edit key and the "1" key. If set to inactive (1), Preset 1 can not be accessed, or only
accessed by holding down the Edit key and the "1" key for 10 seconds (see F29)
E
PRG
F22 0
E
E
F22 Preset 2 Access Enable: When active (0), the Preset 2 value can be accessed by simultaneously
holding down the Edit key and the "2" key. If set to inactive (1), Preset 2 can not be accessed, or only
accessed by holding down the Edit key and the "2" key for 10 seconds (see F29)
F29 Lockout Mode: If parameters F21, F22 and F23 are set to inactive, Preset 1 & 2 and the Prescale
value can still be accessed by holding down the respective keys for 10 seconds if this parameter is set to
active (0). If set to inactive (1), those values can not be accessed.
F23 Prescale Access Enable: When active (0), the Prescale value can be accessed by simultaneously
holding down the Edit key and the "3" key. If set to inactive (1), Prescale can not be accessed, or only
accessed by holding down the Edit key and the "3" key for 10 seconds (see F29)
PRG
F23 0
PRG
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RATE METER PROGRAMMING
If the functionality has been set to FN1, then the unit will operate as a
programmable rate meter utilizing a time interval (1/Tau) method. To
enter the Program mode, hold down the Edit key and the "5" key during
power-up. Use the Edit key to move from one parameter to the next,
and the "1" key to scroll through the parameter choices. Holding down
the Edit key for 5 seconds will return the unit to Operation mode.
5
E
F0
PRG
0
F0 Default Settings: Changing this value from 0 to 1 will set all parameters back to their default values. A
setting of 0 has no effect on the other parameters.
During Power-up
F1
PRG
0
E
F1 Rate Mode: Defines the functionality of the 3 inputs. The choices are:
E
Code Input A Input B Input C
0 Count Input --- Hold
1 Count Input Direction (U/D) Hold
2 Same as F1 = 1 --- ---
3 Incrementing Decrementing Hold
4 Same as F1 = 3 --- ---
5 Incrementing Incrementing Hold
6 Channel A Channel B Hold
7 Same as F1 = 6 --- ---
F2
PRG
F3 Display Decimal Point: Defines the number of digits displayed to the right of the decimal point for the
Rate and Preset values. Settable in a range from 0 to 3.
E
F5
PRG
F5 Minimum Input Frequency: Sets the frequency level under which the rate display will read zero.
Choices are 1 Hz or 0.125 Hz (1 pulse in 8 seconds).
1.0
0
E
F6
PRG
E
Output 1 Time: Output 1 will be active when the rate value is below Preset 1. Setting this parameter to
"On" enables this function to operate while a setting of "Off" will disable the function.
F7
PRG
On
Output 2 Time: Output 2 will be active when the rate value is above Preset 2. Setting this parameter to
"On" enables this function to operate while a setting of "Off" will disable the function.
Note: It is necessary to have a Dual Preset version to utilize either of the outputs in Rate
Meter mode. Single Preset units will operate as a rate meter with no outputs.
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F11
PRG
E
E
PRG
0
F10
PRG
F13
F10 Input Type: Enables the unit to be programmed to work with either sinking or sourcing inputs.
Choices are NPN (0), and PNP (1).
F11 Count Speed: Enables the unit to be set for full speed of 5 kHz (1) or to 30 Hz (0) to provide
debounce filtering for contact inputs.
1
F13 Start-up Suppression: When active (1), an output can not be On until the Off conditions have been
satisfied. For example, a rate value on start-up below Preset 1 will not trigger output 1; Output 1 will only
be activated after the rate value has risen above Preset 1 and then fallen back below.
E
F21
PRG
0
F21 Preset 1 Access Enable: When active (0), the Preset 1 value can be accessed by simultaneously
holding down the Edit key and the "1' key. If set to inactive (1), Preset 1 can not be accessed, or only
accessed by holding down the Edit key and the "1" key for 10 seconds (see F29).
PRG
F22 0
F22 Preset 2 Access Enable: When active (0), the Preset 2 value can be accessed by simultaneously
holding down the Edit key and the "2" key. If set to inactive (1), Preset 2 can not be accessed, or only
accessed by holding down the Edit key and the "2" key for 10 seconds (see F29).
E
PRG
F23
E
F23 Prescale Enable: When active (0), the Prescale value can be accessed by simultaneously holding
down the Edit key and the "3" key. If set to inactive (1), Prescale can not be accessed, or only accessed
by holding down the Edit key and the "3" key for 10 seconds (see F29).
PRG
F29
E
F29 Lockout Mode: If parameters F21, F22 and F23 are set to inactive, Preset 1 & 2 and the Prescale
value can still be accessed by holding down the respective keys for 10 seconds if this parameter is set to
active (0). If set to inactive (1), those values can not be accessed.
0
0
1

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ELAPSED TIME MODE
If the functionality has been set to FN2, then the unit will operate as an
elapsed time counter, in one of 3 programmable operation modes. To
enter the Program mode, hold down the Edit key and the "5" key during
power-up. Use the edit key to move from one parameter to the next,
and the "1" key to scroll through the parameter choices. Holding down
the Edit key for 5 seconds will return the unit to Operation mode.
5
E
F0
PRG
0
F0 Default Settings: Changing this value from 0 to 1 will set all parameters back to their default values. A
setting of 0 has no effect on the other parameters.
During Power-up
E
F2
PRG
0
F2 Time Format: Sets the units in which will be used for the timing display. Choices are seconds (0),
minutes (1) and hours (2).
F4 Reset Operation: Defines how the time value will behave when the preset is reached. Choices are:
F6 Output 1 Time: Sets the amount of time Output 1 will be active once the Preset is reached. Choices
are:
F7 Output 2 Time: Sets the amount of time Output 2 will be active once Preset 1 is reached. Choices are
the same as for Output 1.
F8 Timing Operation: The unit can be programmed to operate in one of 4 modes:
F3
PRG
0
E
F4
PRG
0
Code
0 Reset to "0", no Autoreset
1 Reset to "0", Autoreset
2 Reset to Preset, no Autoreset
3 Reset to Preset, Autoreset
F6
PRG
.10
Code
Off No output
On Latching output (for dual presets, output 2 will deactivate output 1 )
0.02 20 ms
0.05 50 ms
0.10 100 ms
0.50 500 ms
1.00 1 sec.
E
F7
PRG
.10
E
E
F8
PRG
Code
0 Cumulative pulse width measurement
1 Cumulative period measurement
2 Singular Pulse width measurement
3 Singular Period measurement
E
Note: Timing diagrams for each mode are included at the end of this section
F3 Display Decimal Point: Defines the number of digits displayed to the right of the decimal point for the
Time and Preset values. Settable in a range from 0 to 3.
0

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F9 Output on Reset: When set to ON (1), the primary output (Output 2 on dual preset version) will
activate when the unit is reset.
E
F9
PRG
.10
F10
PRG
.10
F10 Input Type: Enables the unit to be programmed to work with either sinking or sourcing inputs.
Choices are NPN (0), and PNP (1)
F11 Count Speed: Enables the unit to be set for full speed of 5 kHz (1) or to 30 Hz (0) to provide debounce
filtering for contact inputs.
F12
PRG
0
F12 Static/Dynamic Reset: When set to static reset (0) counting stops on the leading edge of the reset
input and can not resume until the trailing edge. When set to dynamic reset (1) the Count Value is
immediately reset on the leading edge of the reset signal, and can accumulate while the reset signal is still
active.
E
E
E
PRG
1
F11
F20
PRG
F20 Front Panel Reset Enable: When active (0), the count value and output(s) can be reset by
simultaneously pressing the "6" and "4" keys. If set to Off (1), reset can only take place through the
remote input, or through the front panel by holding the "6" and "4" keys for 10 seconds (see F29).
0
E
F21
PRG
0
F21 Preset 1 Enable: When active (0), the Preset 1 value can be accessed by simultaneously holding
down the Edit key and the "1' key. If set to inactive (1), Preset 1 can not be accessed, or only accessed by
holding down the Edit key and the "1" key for 10 seconds (see F29)
E
F14
PRG
0
F14 Output Signal Memory: Determines if after power interruption the outputs will resume their state
prior to the loss of power (1) or if the output will be reset (0)
E
F15 Background Totalizer: Setting this parameter to ON (1) will activate the totalizer function.
PRG
0
F15
E

15
PRG
F22 0
F22 Preset 2 Enable: When active (0), the Preset 2 value can be accessed by simultaneously holding down
the Edit key and the "2" key. If set to inactive (1), Preset 2 can not be accessed, or only accessed by holding
down the Edit key and the "2" key for 10 seconds (see F29)
E
PRG
F29
F29 Lockout Mode: If parameters F21, F22 and F23 are set to inactive, Preset 1 & 2 and the Prescale
value can still be accessed by holding down the respective keys for 10 seconds if this parameter is set to
active (0). If set to inactive (1), those values can not be accessed.
0
Note: The function of the 3 inputs are not programmable in this mode. They are preassigned as follows:
Input A: Start/Stop Pulse
Input B: Reset
Input C: Latch (When active, timing is not visible on the display, the
new period/pulse width value will be displayed at the end of the start/
stop cycle)
Cumulative Pulse Width Measurement, F8 = 0 Cumulative Period Measurement F8 = 1
Singular Pulse Width Measurement, F8 = 2 Singular Period Measurement, F8 = 3
Preset 2
Preset 1
Input A
Output 2
Output 1
Input B
Reset
Dynamic Reset
Preset 1
Input A
Output 1
Preset 1
Input A
Input B
Reset
Input C
Latch
Preset 1
Input A
Input B
Reset
Input C
Latch

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PROGRAMMING
DUAL REGISTER MODE
If the functionality has been set to FN3, then the unit will operate as a
totalizer with seperate subtotal registers for input A and input B. To
enter the Program mode, hold down the Edit key and the "5" key during
power-up. Use the Edit key to move from one parameter to the next,
and the "1" key to scroll through the parameter choices. Holding down
the Edit key for 5 seconds will return the unit to Operation mode.
5
E
During Power-up
F0
PRG
0
F0 Default Settings: Changing this value from 0 to 1 will set all parameters back to their default values.
A setting of 0 has no effect on the other parameters.
E
F1
PRG
0
F1 Register Mode: Determines the count direction of the dual registers.
E
Code Input A Input B Input C
0 Adding Adding Reset
1 Adding Subtracting Reset
F3
PRG
0
F3 Display Decimal Point: Defines the number of digits displayed to the right of the decimal point for
both registers. Settable in a range from 0 to 3.
F10
PRG
F10 Input Type: Enables the unit to be programmed to work with either sinking or sourcing inputs.
Choices are NPN (0), and PNP (1)
1
E
E
F11 Count Speed: Enables the unit to be set for full speed of 5 kHz (1) or to 30 Hz (0) to provide
debounce filtering for contact inputs.
PRG
1
F11
E
F12
PRG
0
F12 Static/Dynamic Reset: When set to static reset (0) counting stops on the leading edge of the reset
input and does not resume until the trailing edge. When set to dynamic reset (1) the Count Value is
immediately reset on the leading edge of the reset signal, and will accumulate while the reset signal is
still active.
F20
PRG
F20 Front Panel Reset Enable: When active (0), the count value and output(s) can be reset by
simultaneously pressing the "6" and "4" keys. If set to Off (1), reset can only take place through the
remote input, or through the front panel by holding the "6" and "4" keys for 10 seconds (see F29).
0
E
E

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BATCH COUNTER MODE
If the functionality has been set to FN4, the unit will operate as a Batch
Counter with 2 seperate control functions. Preset 2 is for the primary
count value (6 pcs. per box) while preset 1 is for the batch value (24
boxes per pallet). To enter the Program mode, hold down the Edit key
and the "5" key during power-up. Use the Edit key to move from one
parameter to the next, and the "1" key to scroll through the parameter
choices. Holding down the Edit key for 5 seconds will return the unit to
Operation mode.
5
E
During Power-up
F0
PRG
0
F0 Default Settings: Changing this value from 0 to 1 will set all parameters back to their default values. A
setting of 0 has no effect on the other parameters.
E
F1
PRG
0
E
F1 Count Mode: Defines the functionality of the 3 inputs. The choices are:
Code Input A Input B Input C
0 Count Input Inhibit Reset
1 Count Input Direction (U/D) Reset
2 Count Input Direction (U/D) Inhibit
3 Incrementing Decrementing Reset
4 Incrementing Decrementing Inhibit
5 Incrementing Incrementing Reset
6 Channel A* Channel B* Reset
7 Channel A* Channel B* Inhibit
* Quadrature counting for encoders
F3
PRG
0
F3 Display Decimal Point: Defines the number of digits displayed to the right of the decimal point for
both registers. Settable in a range from 0 to 3.
E
PRG
F22 0
F22 Reserved
E
E
F23 Prescale Access Enable: When active (0), the Prescale value can be accessed by simultaneously
holding down the Edit key and the "3" key. If set to inactive (1), Prescale can not be accessed, or only
accessed by holding down the Edit key and the "3" key for 10 seconds (see F29)
PRG
F23 0
F29 Lockout Mode: If parameter F23 is set to inactive, the Prescale value can still be accessed by holding
down the respective keys for 10 seconds if this parameter is set to active (0). If set to inactive (1), those
values can not be accessed.
0
PRG
F29
E
E
F21
PRG
0
F21 Reserved

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PROGRAMMING
F6
PRG
0.10
Off No output
On Latching output (for dual presets, output 2 will deactivate output 1 )
0.02 20 ms
0.05 50 ms
0.10 100 ms
0.50 500 ms
1.00 1 sec.
F6 Output 1 Time: Sets the amount of time Output 1 will be active once the Preset is reached. Choices are:
E
F7 Output 2 Time: Sets the amount of time Output 2 will be active after the Preset is reached. Choices
are the same as Output 1
E
F7
PRG
F9 Output on Reset: When set to ON (1), the primary output (Output 2 on dual preset version) will
activate when the unit is reset.
E
F9
PRG
0.10
0
F10
PRG
F10 Input Type: Enables the unit to be programmed to work with either sinking or sourcing inputs.
Choices are NPN (0), and PNP (1)
1
E
F11 Count Speed: Enables the unit to be set for full speed of 5 kHz (1) or to 30 Hz (0) to provide
debounce filtering for contact inputs.
PRG
1
F11
E
F12
PRG
0
F12 Static/Dynamic Reset: When set to static reset (0) counting stops on the leading edge of the reset
input and does not resume until the trailing edge. When set to dynamic reset (1) the Count Value is
immediately reset on the leading edge of the reset signal, and will accumulate while the reset signal is
still active.
E
F14
PRG
0
F14 Output Signal Memory: Determines if after power interruption the outputs will resume their state
prior to the loss of power (1) or if the output will be reset (0)
E
F20
PRG
F20 Front Panel Reset Enable: When active (0), the count value and output(s) can be reset by
simultaneously pressing the "6" and "4" keys. If set to Off (1), reset can only take place through the
remote input, or through the front panel by holding the "6" and "4" keys for 10 seconds (see F29).
0
E
F4
PRG
0
E
F4 Reset Operation: Defines how the count value will behave when the preset is reached. Choices are:
0 Reset to "0", no Autoreset
1 Reset to "0", Autoreset
2 Reset to Preset, no Autoreset
3 Reset to Preset, Autoreset

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PRG
F22 0
F22 Preset 2 Access Enable: When active (0), the Preset 2 value can be accessed by simultaneously
holding down the Edit key and the "2" key. If set to inactive (1), Preset 2 can not be accessed, or only
accessed by holding down the Edit key and the "2" key for 10 seconds (see F29).
PRG
F23
E
F23 Prescale Enable: When active (0), the Prescale value can be accessed by simultaneously holding
down the Edit key and the "3" key. If set to inactive (1), Prescale can not be accessed, or only accessed
by holding down the Edit key and the "3" key for 10 seconds (see F29).
PRG
F29
E
F29 Lockout Mode: If parameters F21, F22 and F23 are set to inactive, Preset 1 & 2 and the Prescale
value can still be accessed by holding down the respective keys for 10 seconds if this parameter is set to
active (0). If set to inactive (1), those values can not be accessed.
0
0
SPECIFICATIONS
Count Operation:
Count Modes: Add/Subtract Add/Add, Directional input or
Quadrature
Count Speed: 30 Hz (17ms min. pulse width), or 5 kHz (100µs min.
pulse width) field selectable (2 kHz in quadrature)
Presets: 6 digit, Single (C346-0_1), Dual (C346-0_2)
Reset: Front panel (selectable enable), remote input or automatic
Calibrator: 0.001 to 9.999 multiplier common to inputs A and B
Decimal Point: Selectable from XXXX to X.XXX
Rate Meter Operation:
Mode of Operation: Time interval (1/Tau)
Update Time: 500ms for each input if frequency is >2Hz
Alarms: Upper and Lower absolute value
Calibrator: 0.001 to 9.999 multiplier common to inputs A and B
Elapsed Time Operation:
Timing Modes: Pulse Width Measurement (cumulative or singular),
Period Measurement (cumulative or singular)
Time Ranges: Selectable for Seconds, Minutes, Hours
Resolution: Selectable from XXXX to X.XXX
Physical:
Dimensions: 48mm x 48mm, 93.5mm deep
Mounting: Panel mount (mounting bracket supplied), 45mm x 45mm
cutout
Terminals: Screw Type
Display: Single line seven segment LED, 7.6mm high or Single line
LCD, 9mm high
General:
Supply Voltage: 115 VAC, 230 VAC 50/60Hz, 12 - 24 VDC
Current Consumption: DC < 150 mA, AC < 50 mA
Accessory Power: 12 to 24 VDC, 0 - 50mA
Ambient Temperature - Operating: 0 to 50˚ C, 32 to 122˚ F
Ambient Temperature - Storage: -20 to 60˚ C -4 to 140˚ F
Front Panel Rating: NEMA 4/IP65
Approvals: CE, UL, CUL
Inputs:
Count Inputs: Contact Closure, Sourcing, Sinking, low < 2.0 VDC,
high > 8.0 VDC, 40VDC Max.
Control Inputs: Remote Reset and Program Enable; low < 2.0
VDC, high > 8.0 VDC, 40VDC Max.
Input Resistance: approx. 5KΩ
Minimum Pulse Width: 17 ms (30 Hz), 100 µs (5 kHz)
Maximum Voltage: 40 VDC
Outputs:
Number: 1 relay and 1 transistor per preset
Relay(s): SPDT 1A resistive @ 250 VAC
Transistor: PNP open collector, 24 VDC max, 10 mA max
F21
PRG
0
F21 Preset 1 Enable: When active (0), the Preset 1 value can be accessed by simultaneously holding
down the Edit key and the "1' key. If set to inactive (1), Preset 1 can not be accessed, or only accessed by
holding down the Edit key and the "1" key for 10 seconds (see F29)
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ORDERING INFORMATION
WARRANTY
Standard products manufactured by the
Company are warranted to be free from defects
in workmanship and material for a period of one
year from the date of shipment, and products
which are defective in workmanship or material
will be repaired or replaced, at the option of the
Company, at no charge to the Buyer. Final
determination as to whether a product is
actually defective rests with the Company. The
obligation of the Company hereunder shall be
limited solely to repair and replacement of
products that fall within the foregoing
limitations, and shall be conditioned upon
receipt by the Company of written notice of any
alleged defects or deficiency promptly after
discovery within the warranty period, and in the
case of components or units purchased by the
Company, the obligation of the Company shall
not exceed the settlement that the Company is
able to obtain from the supplier thereof. No
products shall be returned to the Company
without its prior consent. Products which the
Company consents to have returned shall be
shipped F.O.B. the Company's factory. The
Company cannot assume responsibility or accept
invoices for unauthorized repairs to its
components, even though defective. The life of
the products of the Company depends, to a large
extent, upon the type of usage thereof, and THE
COMPANY MAKES NO WARRANTY AS TO
FITNESS OF ITS PRODUCTS FOR SPECIFIC
APPLICATIONS BY THE BUYER NOR AS TO
PERIOD OF SERVICE UNLESS THE COMPANY
SPECIFICALLY AGREES OTHERWISE IN
WRITING AFTER THE PROPOSED USAGE HAS
BEEN MADE KNOWN TO IT.
THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE
AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES
EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT
NOT LIMITED TO ANY WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
1675 Delany Road
Gurnee, IL 60031–1282
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Danaher Controls
Printed in U.S.A.
#701996-0000
January 1996
Revision: A
Description Model #
LCD/Single Preset/AC115 C346-0411
LCD/Single Preset/AC230 C346-0413
LCD/Single Preset/DC 12-24 C346-0412
LCD/Dual Preset/AC115 C346-0421
LCD/Dual Preset/AC230 C346-0423
LCD Dual Preset/DC 12-24 C346-0422
LED/Single Preset/AC115 C346-0511
LED/Single Preset/AC230 C346-0513
LED/Single Preset/DC 12-24 C346-0512
LED/Dual Preset/AC115 C346-0521
LED/Dual Preset/AC230 C346-0523
LED/Dual Preset/DC 12-24 C346-0522
GENERAL