Honeywell AirAlert 96d Manual

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Manning
EC-F9-NH3
Preliminary
Instruction and Installation Manual
Rev C
Manning AirAlert 96d
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Honeywell Analytics
11511 West 83rd Terrace
Lenexa, Kansas 66214 [e-mail]
800.444.9935 or 913.894.1185 www.gasalarm.com
913.894.1296 fax 19073 AIRALERT96D 5/2006 REVC
913 894 1296 fax
19072 ECF9NH3 4/2006 REVE
Manning
AirAlertTM96d
Multi-Channel
Gas Monitoring System

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Contents Serial number:
Section Title Page
1 Introduction 3
ASafety Information — Read First 3
BGetting Started 3
2 Installation 4
AGuidelines 4
BMounting Installation 4
3 Wiring 5
APower 7
BCommunication 7
CRelay Outputs 8
DJumper Instructions 8
4 Initial Startup 9
ADatalogger (SDcard) 9
BUser Interface 9
5 Operation 10
Normal, Single Tx, Debug, and Simulation Modes 10
6 Programming Menus 11
Controller Information 11
Sensor Information 11
Relay and Annunciator Information 11
Event Information 11
7 Configuration 12
AMain Menu 12
BAcquisition Mode 15
8 Specifications 21
9 Maintenance 21
Periodic Inspections and Calibration 21
Replacement Parts 21
Cleaning 21
Battery Disposal 21
10 Relay Module (optional) 22
11 Limited Warranty 24
Figure Title Page
1 AirAlertTM96d 3
2 Installation 4
3 System Wiring 5
4 Sample Network Wiring 6
5 Power Wiring 7
6 Communications Wiring 7
7 Relay Outputs 8
8 Datalogger 9
9 User Interface 9
10 AirAlertTM96d-RMS 22
11 Relay Module PCB 23

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1Introduction
Warning
To ensure your personal safety, read “Safety
Information” (below) before you use the controller.
The AirAlertTM96d system sets new standards in gas
detection and in the measurement of environmental
parameters.
Acting as the nerve center of a modular gas detection
network, the AirAlertTM96d provides continuous
monitoring of up to 96 connected units on three
distinct channels.
The AirAlertTM96d provides a full array of displays. At
a glance, it is possible to determine the status of the
entire network. Field modifications are straight-
forward. A menu driven program allows for minor
fine-tuning of the sequence of operation all the way
to the reconfiguration of the entire network.
Since no two projects are alike, the AirAlertTM96d is
designed to be highly customized. Combined with
ease of installation, this unit represents the most
affordable gas monitoring solution for institutional,
commercial and light industrial applications.
For more advanced applications, the AirAlertTM96d
controller provides datalogging capacity within a
cast aluminum enclosure. The perfect solution for
even the most complex of industrial applications.
ASafety Information — Read First
Use the controller only as specified in this manual,
otherwise the protection provided by the controller
may be impaired.
Read the Warnings and Cautions on the following
pages before using the controller.
Note: This instrument contains a lithium battery.
Do not mix with the solid waste stream. Spent
batteries should be disposed of by a qualified
recycler or hazardous materials handler.
• Warning: To prevent ignition of flammable
or combustible atmospheres, disconnect
power before servicing.
• Do not use the controller if it is damaged.
Before you use the controller, inspect the
case.
• If the controller is damaged or something is
missing, contact Honeywell Analytics
immediately.
To avoid possible damage to the controller:
• Do not expose the controller to electrical
shock and/or severe continuous mechanical
shock.
• Do not attempt to disassemble, adjust, or
service the controller unless instructions for
that procedure are contained in the manual
and/or that part is listed as a replacement
part. Use only Manning replacement parts.
The controller Warranty could be voided if customer
personnel or third parties damage the controller
during repair attempts.
BGetting Started
Intended Use
The AirAlertTM96d controller will provide around the
clock monitoring of the gas detection network.
Moreover, a log of all the sensors concentrations and
alarms will be created for analysis with the data-
logger option. Also, the grouping/zoning capabilities
will result in energy cost savings.
Figure 1. AirAlertTM96d
Caution
To avoid possible personal injury:
• Warning: Substitution of components may
impair intrinsic safety.
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2Installation
AGuidelines
These guidelines must be strictly observed to assure
that the equipment will work properly. If they are not
applied, Honeywell Analytics will not recognize any
liability in case of improper operation.
• Make sure to locate all units easily accessible
for proper service.
• Avoid any location where units could be
subject to vibrations.
• Avoid any location close to any electro-
magnetic interference.
• Avoid any location where there are large
temperature swings.
• Verify local requirements and existing
regulations, which may affect the choice of
location.
Warning
A cable with more than one pair of wires is
unacceptable for communication use.
BMounting Installation
The suggested height for controller installation is
5 feet from the floor.
Figure 2. Installation
Manning AirAlert 96d
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10 9/16"
7/25" diameter
6 13/32"
5’

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3Wiring
Figure 3. System Wiring
Warn
Alarm
High Alarm
Power
Fault
TX
RX
RC
R
EOL4
RC
R
EOL3
RC
R
EOL2
A1 B1 SHLD
A2 B2
V+ V- V+ V- SHLD A3 B4
B3 A4
System status LEDs
NC
NO
NC
NO
J3
J7
J26 J25
NO NC NO NC
Normally
open
Normally
closed
3+5
4+6
1+3
2+4
642
531
Previous
J22 J23 J24
In Out
Relay 4
Relay 3
Relay 1 Relay 2
End-of-line
jumper position
RC
R
EOL1
Pushbutton
Relay Outputs (J3-J7-J25-J26)
5A, 30 Vdc or 120 Vac (resistive load)
Next
Channel 2
Channel 1
Channel 4
Channel 3
SD card datalogger
Power Requirements:
• 24 Vdc, 500 mA
• 14 AWG, 2 conductor, stranded cable
(Belden 5100UE or equivalent)
• Up to 10 sensors per power supply
• Up to 1,000 feet max power cable length per power supply
• Larger power cable and/or additional power supplies
may be required for longer cable runs and/or increased
number of sensors
Contact Honeywell Analytics for help with all power requirements.
Communication Requirements:
• 24 AWG twisted pair, shielded (Belden 9841 or equivalent)
• Network can be up to 2,000 feet per channel
• Avoid “T-taps” if possible
• Do not exceed 65 feet per T-tap
• Do not exceen 130 feet total of all T-taps
• Communication wire shield must be connected to shield
terminal(s) of controller (J23-J24)
• Channels 1-2-3: Modbus protocol — Communicates only
with Modbus devices
• Channel 4: Modbus output only — No sensor can be
connected to Channel 4

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3Wiring continued
Example of system wiring with network devices:
Figure 4. Sample Network Wiring
EC EC EC EC EC EC
IRIM IMPower
Supply
Relay
Module
AirAlert 96d
A1 B1 SHLD
A2 B2
V+ V- V+ V- SHLD A3 B4
B3 A4
VL
VL
Power cable (V+)
Power cable (V-)
Channel 1 (A1 and B1 twisted pair)
EC EC EC ECEC EC EC EC EC EC
Power
Supply
RS-485 comm cable; Twisted pair, 24 AWG, shielded (Belden 9841)
Power cable; Two conductor, 14 AWG (Belden 5100UE)
4/20 mA comm cable; Three conductor, 18 AWG, shielded, stranded (Belden 8770)
VL sensor cable; Four conductor, 16 AWG, non-shielded

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3Wiring continued
APower
The power requirement range for the AirAlertTM96d
controller is 24 Vdc, 500 mA. The system must be
grounded to the power supply. A dedicated circuit
breaker should be used. Use 14 AWG two
conductor, stranded cable (Belden 5100UE or
equivalent), up to 1,000 ft.
If the controller is sharing a power supply with
multiple sensors on the network, care must be
taken to observe voltage drops (line loss) on the
power cable. Supply voltages less than 17 Vdc
can render some network devices inoperable.
Any supply voltage less than 17 Vdc requires the
installation of an additional power supply at that
point on the power cable.
Depending on total power consumption, avoid
powering more than 10 network devices with one
power supply. Additional power supplies and/or
decreased number of network devices may be
required to compensate for line loss. Contact
Honeywell Analytics for help with all power
requirements.
Note: Terminal J27 must be grounded to
mechanical ground.
Figure 5. Power Wiring
BCommunication
The communication cables have to be grounded
using the shield terminal. Up to 32 network devices
can be installed on each channel.
Use 24 AWG two conductor, twisted and shielded
cable (Belden 9841 or equivalent) for the connection.
The network can be up to 2,000 feet per channel.
The length of a T-tap can be a maximum of 65 feet
(20 m). A maximum of 130 feet (40 m) for all the
T-taps must be respected.
The communication cables have to be grounded
using the shield terminal. Use twisted and shielded
cable #24/2 AWG (Belden 9841) for the connection.
Note: Channel 4 is the slave communication
channel to retransmit the MODBUS signal to PLC.
No sensor can be connected to this channel.
Figure 6. Communications Wiring
RC
R
EOL3
RC
R
EOL2
A1 B1 A2
V+ V- V+ V-
Previous
J22 J23
In Out
Next
Powe
r
Fault
TX
RX
RC
R
EOL4
RC
R
EOL3
RC
R
A1 B1 SHLD
A2 B2 SHLD A3 B4
B3 A4
J23 J24
End-of-line
jumper position
RC
R
EOL1
Channel 2
Channel 1
Channel 4
Channel 3
Communication Requirements:
• 24 AWG twisted pair, shielded
(Belden 9841 or equivalent)
• Network can be up to 2,000 feet
per channel
• Avoid “T-taps” if possible
• Do not exceed 65 feet per T-tap
• Do not exceen 130 feet total of all T-taps
• Communication wire shield must be connected
to shield terminal(s) of controller (J23-J24)
• Channels 1-2-3: Modbus protocol —
Communicates only with Modbus devices
• Channel 4: Modbus output only — No sensor
can be connected to Channel 4
End-of-line
specification:
The E.O.L. jumper
for channels 1-2-3-4
must alwaysbe in
E.O.L.
p
osition

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3Wiring continued
CRelay Outputs
The relay outputs will withstand up to 5 amps at
30 Vdc (resistive load only). They can be used to
activate horns and strobes. Refer to Figure 7 for
proper wiring. Each relay can be configured in the
PROGRAMMING MENU.
Default setting is:
Relay 1 (J25) = Warn
Relay 2 (J26) = Alarm
Relay 3 (J3) = High Alarm
Relay 4 (J7) = Fault
Relay rating: 5 A, 30 Vdc (resistive load)
Figure 7. Relay Ouputs
DJumper Instructions
The different jumpers on the PCB enable the user
to make different operations manually.
Jumper EOL1, EOL2, EOL3, EOL4: Enable the
user to add an END-OF-LINE jumper to improve
the communication signal. Two positions are
possible, R or RC. It can vary in accordance with
the system constraints. See the wiring detail for
the EOL position.
Jumper SHDN: This jumper enables the user to
reset or shut down the microcontroller temporarily.
It is mainly used during minor modifications in the
wirings of the system.
Jumper RELAY J29, J30, J31, and J32: They are
used to test the relay. Short pins to test.
Warn
Alarm
High Alarm
Power
Fault
TX
RX
System status LEDs
NC
NO
NC
NO
J3
J7
J26 J25
NO NC NO NC
Normally
open
Normally
closed
3+5
4+6
1+3
2+4
642
531
Relay 4
Relay 3
Relay 1 Relay 2
Relay Outputs (J3-J7-J25-J26)
5A, 30 Vdc or 120 Vac (resistive load)
End-of-line
specification:
The E.O.L. jumper
for channels 1-2-3-4
must alwaysbe in
E.O.L. position

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4Initial Startup
Be sure to connect the system as shown in the wiring
detail before powering up the unit. Apply power to
the controller and all network devices. Then remove
the SHDN jumper to start the unit.
ADatalogger (SDcard)
The DLC option for the controller collects data
automatically and stores it on a digital flash Multi-
MediaCard (SDcard). If the SDcard becomes full:
• The information logging is stopped
• No Sdcard flag is displayed on the screen
• The Sdcard LED blinks
Note:
Note:Note:
Note: For log activation or deactivation, please refer
to the Acquisition section.
Warning
Always deactivate datalogging function before
removing the SDcard. Never remove the SDcard
when the red LED is on.
Figure 8. Datalogger
BUser Interface
The main display indicates the firmware revision
number, time and date, number of sensor/events/
groups programmed in the controller, etc.
LED Definition:
Warn, Alarm and High Alarm — Red LEDs indicate
that one or more sensors have reached the
corresponding alarm level. If LED Warn is blinking,
an Event is activated (no alarm).
Power: Green LED indicates that the controller is
powered on and functioning properly.
Fault: Yellow LED indicates a fault (communication
problem with a network device).
TX: Yellow LED will blink when the controller is
sending information on the communication channel.
RX: Green LED will blink when a sensor sends
information to the controller.
Figure 9. User Interface
LED1
Card in use
SD card
Manning AirAlert 96d
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Keypad
The keypad is used to move
the cursor into the various
programming fields (up, down,
left and right) or to adjust
the display contrast.
Enter key
The enter key is used to access
the programming menu [which
requires a password (default
password is 9935)] and to modify
the programming fields.
ESC key
The escape key is used to
exit the programming menu
or to cancel an input.
Silence key
Will turn off the buzzer
of AirAlert 96d
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5Operation
The available system operations are based on four
different modes: normal mode, single Tx mode,
debug mode, and simulation mode. These system
modes enable the user to use, analyse, debug, and
simulate actions that can be taken by the system.
Password is needed to access the different
programming menus. The system services might be
interrupted by some menu operations.
ANormal Mode
When the system is in Normal Mode, some values
can be changed without interrupting the system
service. After changing a value in the menu fields,
the new value will take effect right after the user gets
back to the MAIN MENU. The Normal Mode is the
normal system operation. Note: Entering the EVENT
MENU will disable Event evaluation and reset their
status — during that time, the system is out of service
until the user goes back to the MAIN MENU.
Normal Mode Menu
1Tx Info
2Groups
3Events (block Event evaluation if acceded)
5Copy
7Network
Warning
Any actions taken in these menus reset the Event
status.
Note: Displays details in the following pages.
BSingle Tx Mode
The Single Tx Mode doesn’t prevent Event
evaluation. By entering this mode, the user is able to
analyse one sensor at a time. Only the displayed
device is interrogated by the controller, thus has its
information updated.
CDebug Mode
This mode is very helpful to evaluate the system, test
the system operation without stopping any system
services and calibrate the connected sensors. In
fact, everything stays in operation except that no
actions are taken by the Event. This way no relay is
activated.
Note: If one of these modes is accessed, the system
will automatically return to Normal Mode after 15
minutes.
DSimulation Mode
• The Simulation Mode deactivates information
update from the network communication.
• This mode simulates the gas concentration
over associated scale range for each sensor,
one after the other.
• The alarm level (A, B, C) are evaluated in
accordance to the gas concentration
simulated.
• Events are evaluated and actions are taken.
• During the simulation, the controller is unaware
of the current status of the network device.
• Simulation Mode can be stopped in the TEST
MENU at any time.
Note: Simulation Mode can be combined with any of
the three previous ones (i.e., Normal Mode, Single Tx
Mode, or Debug Mode). No other combinations are
possible.

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6Programming Menus
Controller Information
Sensor Information
Relay and Annunciator Information
Event Information
Number of
Sensors
Accessible
Memory Card
AirAlert-96d ver 2.016
Ad:12 Gr:1 Ev:1
SDc
2006-02-11 09:07:1
6
Date Number of Events Time
Number of Groups
Product Name Firmware Version
G
uard Shack
Active Relays
- - 2 - - 4 -
AD:85 -normal
-
Address Active Relays
Label Status
EVENT 001
-Sources- -Action-
Tx001 trgt: Ctrl
2006
-
0
2
-
1
1 Ref:#01
Event Source Event Number
Acti
v
ated Rela
y
Engine Room
NH3 0 PPM
AD:03
-
normal-
Address Gas Concentration
Label
T
y
pe of Gas Unit of Measurement
Status:
-COMM (no
communication)
-A (Warn)
-B (Alarm)
-C (High Alarm)
-Normal

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7Configuration
AMain Menu
To access the MAIN MENU, press the Enter key and
enter the password. The MAIN MENU offers the
following eight programming fields:
The cursor to the left of a field on the display
indicates that this field is accessible. The arrows in
the upper left and right corners indicate that a
window is accessible at the left and right of the active
window respectively. The keypad’s four arrows serve
to move the pointer in the MAIN MENU, and the Enter
key is used to access the selected field.
Tx INFO (Programming the Parameters
of a Sensor)
Sensor parameters are programmed via several different
windows. There is also an additional information window
indicating sensor life available for some sensors.
• Ident • Alarm A
• Com • Alarm B
• Detection • Alarm C
• Display • Servicing
The upper right-hand corner of each window indicates
the address of the first sensor. When the Tx INFO field is
accessed, the pointer is located to the left of the sensor
address, thus signifying that the address could be put
into editing mode in order to access the parameters of
another sensor. The sensor address is put into editing
mode using the Enter key, and the address begins to
flash when it is editable. The keypad’s Up and Down
arrows are used to increment or decrement the address
value. Once the correct value is obtained, the Enter key
validates the address. The address then leaves the
editing mode and stops flashing.
The following windows are accessible with the Left
and Right arrows.
Ident (Identification of the Network Component)
The identification of the network component is
comprised of two parameters: the sensor name and
the sensor type. A pre-programmed list of sensors is
available for both.
Com (Communication Protocol)
Each sensor’s communication protocol is auto-
matically established by the AirAlertTM96d controller.
(See the Network section).
If a sensor is compatible with several protocols, it
can be modified by the programmer in accordance
with one of the following four choices.
1Vulbus
2Mdbs ASCII 7D 2S NP 9600 bauds
3Mdbs RTU 8D 2S NP 9600 bauds
4Mdbs RTU 1S EP 9600 bauds
Note: For MODBUS equipped sensors, the
controller must be put into Vulbus mode to allow
configuration. Once configuration is complete, return
to MODBUS mode for normal operation. MODBUS
sensors should be set at even parity, one bit-stop.
Detection (Definition of the Detection Range
and Unit of Measurement)
The DETECTION MENU does not appear for an
AirAlertTM96d-RM8 relay module or AirAlertTM96d-AP
annunciator panel.
1. Tx Info 001
-Detection-
scale: 0-100.0
unit : ppm
1. Tx Info 001
-Ident-
EC-F9
NH3
1. Tx Info 001
-COM-
Mdbs RTU 8D 2S NP
9600 bauds
1. Tx Info 3. Events
2. Groups 4. Aquir
Menu
5. Copy 7. Network
6. Config 8. Tests
Menu

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7Configuration continued
Display (programming the label)
The “label” is a descriptive message of up to 20
characters appearing on the display for a network
component. It applies to sensors, relay modules and
annuciators panels and is located on the first line of
the display. For a MODBUS sensor, the default label
is composed of the name of the sensor or network
component followed by the sensor type (if
applicable) and the component address.
Alarm A (Programming Warning Levels)
The MAX value is the level at which Alarm A (Warn) is
activated (set). The MIN value is the level at which
Alarm A (Warn) is deactivated (rest).
Alarm B (Programming Alarm Levels)
The MAX value is the level at which Alarm B (Alarm)
is activated (set). The MIN value is the level at which
Alarm B (Alarm) is deactivated (rest).
Alarm C (Programming High Alarm Levels)
The MAX value is the level at which Alarm C (High
Alarm) is activated (set). The MIN value is the level at
which Alarm C (High Alarm) is deactivated (reset).
Erase Current Tx (Erase Current Displayed
Tx Configuration)
Groups (Programming Groups of Sensors)
The programming of groups of sensors serves to
combine several units in order to be able to take
actions (events) based on a series of units rather
than each individual one at a time. It is possible to
program 126 distinct groups. Another group (GrAII)
contains all the sensors within a network by default.
A group is comprised of a stack containing the
address of each sensor included in the group. The
pointer is represented in the stack by the flashing
triangular brackets < >. The address within these
brackets is editable. When the Enter key is pressed,
the address begins to flash, and the brackets stop
flashing. The address can then be modified using the
up and down arrows. The address of each sensor
programmed in 1. INFO Tx
TxTx
Tx is available. The <DEL>
function can be used to delete a particular sensor.
The <END> indicator represents the bottom of the
stack. To add a sensor to the group, simply move the
pointer towards that position and replace <END>
with the address of the new sensor. The end of the
stack will then move over one position.
The EMPTY ALL GROUPS function deletes all groups
programmed in the AirAlertTM96d controller.
1. Tx Info 001
-Alarm C-
MIN MAX
240.0ppm 250.0ppm
1. Tx Info 001
-Alarm B-
MIN MAX
140.0ppm 150.0ppm
1. Tx Info 001
-Alarm A-
MIN MAX
45.0ppm 50.0ppm
1. Tx Info 001
-Display-
edit (20 char. Max)
Engine Room
1. Tx Info 001
Erase current Tx
2. Group 001
[001] [004] <end> [---]
[---] [---] [---] [---]
empty all groups

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7Configuration continued
Event (Programming Events)
Default event configuration (EVENT MENU):
• Relay #1 will be activated when alarm A is
reached.
• Alarm B will trigger relay #2.
• The buzzer will also be activated for any
sensors that reach alarm B.
• Relay #3 will be activated when alarm C is
reached.
• Pressing the silence key will acknowledge the
latched Events and silence the buzzer.
• Relay #4 will be activated for any fault status.
Event programming serves to define particular
actions. The following specific windows are used for
such programming:
• Action
• Delay (Condition 1) (Condition 2)
• Delete
Action (Definition of Actions)
Actions are comprised of two parameters. TARGET
identifies the component that will perform the action.
The following three components may be
programmed:
• Tx (Transmitter (sensor))
• Re (Relay Pack/Annunciator Panel)
• Ctrl (Controller)
RELAY identifies the output, which will be activated
when the event is true. The output may be one of the
following three:
• #XX (Activation of the component’s relay #XX)
• Buzzer (Activation of the component’s audible
alarm)
• ALL (activation of all the component’s relays
and audible alarm)
Delay (Programming of Delays)
BEFORE and AFTER delays are used to retard the
activation or deactivation of an action. The BEFORE
delay retards the activation of an action. When an
event becomes true, the action will only be activated
after the indicated delay. The AFTER delay retards
the action’s deactivation. When the event is no longer
true, the action remains until after the delay period.
The BEFORE and AFTER delays may be
programmed at 30 seconds, 45 seconds, or from 1
minute to 99 minutes by increments of 1 minute. The
five dashes (- - - - -) indicate that no delay had been
programmed. The AFTER delay can also be put into
latch mode.
Latch Mode
• The latch function is executed on an EVENT
state.
• It is possible to select the latch mode by editing
the after-delay to the latch value.
• The EVENT stays activated until the SILENCE
key is pressed.
• The silence key has two functions: silence the
buzzer and unlatch the Event.
When the silence key is pressed, events in latch
mode are unlatched and re-evaluated. If the Event
conditions are still true, the given Event stays
activated and returns into latch mode. If not, the
Event is deactivated.
3. Event 001
-Action-
Target: Ctrl
Relay: #01
3. Event 001
-Delays-
Before: - - - -
A
fter : 01min

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7Configuration continued
Conditions
Conditions serve to define which premises make an
event true.
Each condition is defined by four elements, and two
conditions may be combined to provide for greater
flexibility.
The element in the lower right-hand corner of a
condition indicates the source of the event. The
source may be a sensor (Tx001), a group (Gr001), all
sensors (GrAll), or the controller’s clock (Time). The
magnifying glass appearing to the right of the group
number provides quick access to this group in order
to view or edit it. Access to the GROUP MENU with
the magnifying glass symbol. The ESC key returns
the display to the condition’s window.
The element in the lower left-hand corner indicates
the quantifier of the source (applicable only to
groups). The quantifier may be indicated as the
average (mean), (max), (min), (3/4), (2/3), (1/2), (1/3),
(1/4), (1or+) or (all) — applicable only to groups.
BAcquisition (Programming
the Acquisition Mode)
Note: Only available with Datalogging option.
Acquisition Mode for Tx Logging
The ACQUISITION MENU is only accessible when an
SDcard is present. This menu is used to enable or
disable the logging of the system event or sensor
information. This information is stored on the SDcard,
however, the acquisition interval or condition must be
defined first.
Acquisitions delay mode may be made at intervals of
10 to 59 seconds or 1 to 60 minutes. A threshold
mode acquisition may also be made when a sensor’s
reading varies by 3% or more, 5% or more or 10% or
more of its detection range.
Note: Due system latency, threshold values can be
greater (but never less) than the selected one.
• 10 to 59 seconds interval
• 1 to 60 minute interval
• 3% threshold (acquisition if variation of 3% of
the scale from the last logged value)
• 5% threshold (acquisition if variation of 5% or
more of the scale from the last logged value)
• 10% threshold (acquisition if variation of 10% or
more of the scale from the last logged value)
Example of Threshold Log Mode
4. Acquisition
10 s delay mode
Start Tx logging
Start Event logging
3. Event 001
TX010
= Alarm A AND
()
3. Event 001
Clock
AND sta: 0800
End: 1700
()
3. Event 001
Enable event
Erase current event
Erase all events
2006-01-22 11:05:20;1;NH3;0;ppm;-normal-;
2006-01-22 11:06:02;1;NH3;12;ppm;-normal-;
2006-01-22 11:06:15;1;NH3;18;ppm;-normal-;
2006-01-22 11:06:28;1;NH3;6;ppm;-normal-;
2006-01-22 11:06:39;1;NH3;0;ppm;-normal-;
2006-01-22 11:30:45;1;NH3;15;ppm;-normal-;
2006-01-22 11:30:57;1;NH3;23;ppm;-normal-;
2006-01-22 11:31:08;1;NH3;20;ppm;-normal-;

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Start/Stop Tx Logging
When the display indicates Start log Tx, the
acquisition mode is inactive. Acquisition will start by
pressing ENTER
ENTERENTER
ENTER. The log message displays on the
screen in accordance to the Mode that has been
choose. LED1 turns ON.
• Start log Tx (starts sensor acquisition)
Opens an ad1_48.log and ad49_96.log file.
• Stop log Tx (stops sensor acquisition)
The ad1_48.log and ad49_96.log files contain a
record of sensors 1 to 48 (ad1_48.log) and 49 to 96
(ad49_96.log). This register includes the date, time
and address of the sensor(s), the sensor type, the
concentration read, as well as the alarm status.
Start/Stop Event Logging
In addition, event information may also be acquired.
As it is the case for sensor acquisition, the display
indicates the function of the ENTER key.
• Start log even. (starts event acquisition)
Opens an events.log file.
• Stop log even. (stops event acquisition)
The events.log file contains a record of the
controller’s events and key entries.
The event file indicates the date and time, menu access
and modifications, as well as events that were activated.
List of Events
List of Events English
Power-up “System Power-up”
Power-down “System Power-down”
Menu accessed “Menu accessed”
Menu exited “Menu exited”
Event logging enabled “Event logging enabled”
Event logging disabled “Event logging disabled”
Transmitter logging “Transmitter logging
enabled enabled”
Transmitter logging “Transmitter logging
disabled disabled”
Transmitter info setup “Transmitter X setup”
Alarm setup “Tx X alarm level setup”
Event setup “Event X setup”
Group setup “Group X setup”
Clock setup “Clock setup”
Language setup “Language setup”
Scroll mode setup “Scroll mode setup”
Silence activated “Silence activated”
Event status changed “Event X now True/False”
Alarm A, B, C, Fault, and “Transmitter X
X status changed Alarm X True/False”
Example:
2006-01-21 16:27:51; Event logging enabled
2006-01-21 16:27:53; Menu exited
2006-01-21 16:28:11; Event accessed
2006-01-21 16:28:43; Event 1 setup modified
2006-01-21 16:28:45; Menu exited
Example:
2004-01-23 17:54:25; 001; NH3; 0: ppm:--------;002; CL2; 1.5; ppm;AL:-A;003; NH3; 0 ppm--------;004; CL2; 0.0; ppm;--------;005; NH3; 0; ppm;--------;
2004-01-23 17:55:25; 001; NH3; 0: ppm:--------;002; CL2; 7.5; ppm;AL:-A;003; NH3; 0 ppm--------;004; CL2; 0.0; ppm;--------;005; NH3; 0; ppm;--------;
2004-01-23 17:56:25; 001; NH3; 0: ppm:--------;002; CL2; 6.5; ppm;--------;003; NH3; 0 ppm--------;004; CL2; 0.0; ppm;--------;005; NH3; 0; ppm;--------;
2004-01-23 17:57:25; 001; NH3; 0: ppm:--------;002; CL2; 0.5; ppm;--------;003; NH3; 0 ppm--------;004; CL2; 0.0; ppm;--------;005; NH3; 0; ppm;--------;
2004-01-23 17:58:25; 001; NH3; 0: ppm:--------;002; CL2; 0.0; ppm;--------;003; NH3; 130; ppm;AL:-A-;004; CL2; 0.0; ppm;--------;005; NH3; 0; ppm;--------;
Note: In this case, there is a reference to five sensors (addresses #1 to #5) — three NH3and two CL2. We can see
that the CL2at address #2 goes in alarm A and a few minutes later it’s the NH3at address #3 that goes in alarm A.

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Copy (Transferring Data and Copying
Parameters)
The COPY
COPYCOPY
COPY function serves to transfer data and copy
parameters within the following windows:
• Configuration
• Parameters
Configuration (Data Transfer)
This section of the COPY MENU is only accessible if
an SDcard is present. Data can be transferred from
the controller to the SDcard, or from the SDcard to
the controller. Thus, an image of the controller’s
programming may be transferred and stored on a
computer. Similarly, the controller’s programming
may be executed on a computer and then
transferred to the controller.
• Controller to SDcard (transfer from the
controller to the SDcard)
• SDcard to controller (transfer from the SDcard
to the controller)
In order, the first command enables the user to save
the controller configuration and parameters into a file
named ‘config.ini’. The second command enables the
user to load the configuration and parameters from
the same file. Keep in mind that the content of the
‘config.ini’ file can always be edited on a computer.
Before saving the current configuration and
parameters, the system will look for the existence of
any previous configuration. The following steps will
be performed:
1If a file named ‘config.ini’ already exists, the
system looks for a file named ‘config.bak’;
2If a file named ‘config.bak’ is found, it is
deleted;
3Then, the existing ‘config.ini’ file is renamed
‘config.bak’, thus keeping a backup of the
previous configuration;
4At last, a new ‘config.ini’ file with the current
configuration is created.
Moreover, at card insertion, the controller system
looks for an existing ‘config.ini’ file containing a tag
named “autoload” equaled to ‘1’ (meaning true). If
so, the system will automatically load the content of
the file and set “autoload” to ‘0’ (meaning false). This
feature is useful when you edit the file on a computer
and want to avoid “menu manipulations” on the
controller.
On a closer look, ‘config.ini’ is a text editable
Windows .ini-style file. It can be accessed by any
word processing software, but the simpler Notepad
should be favored. The content of the file has the
following format:
[section 1]
tag 1 = “string value 1”
tag 2 = “string value 2”
tag 3 = 53
[section 2]
tag 1 = true
tag 2 = -12.3
[…]
See example on the next page.
5. Event
-configuration-
Controller to SDcard
Sdcard to controller

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Example of saving a controller configuration
AirAlert96d = “Configuration”
Date = “2006-01-09 13:51:57:”
Parameters (Copying Parameters)
The copying of parameters serves to transfer one
sensor’s configuration to another, or one event to a
second event. This function accelerates
programming on the display when two entities have
identical or close properties. Tx Info to Tx Info
copies a sensor’s parameters, and Event to Event
copies the parameters of one event to another.
TxINFO to TxINFO
(copies the parameters of a sensor)
Event to Event
Config (Programming Display Parameters and the
Access Code)
The CONFIG MENU is used to program the display
mode, adjust the time and date, select the display
language in the first window, and to edit the
password in the second window.
[CONFIG]
language = 1
scrollmode = 0
relaymode = 0
password = "2967"
cie = 0
priority = 0
autoload = 1
[SLAVE]
address = 1
protocol = 1
baudrate = 38400
databits = 8
stopbits = 2
parity = 0
[ADDRESS_1]
txtype = 1
display = "ECF9 NH3 AD:01"
protocol = 1
baudrate = 9600
databits = 8
stopbits = 2
parity = 0
sensortype = 65
fullscale = 102.000000
unit = 0
alarmAmin = 20.1000003
alarmAmax = 25.0000000
alarmBmin = 45.000000
alarmBmax = 50.000000
alarmCmin = 85.000000
alarmCmax = 90.000000
[ADDRESS_2]
txtype = 17
display = "ECF9 NH3 AD:02"
protocol = 1
baudrate = 9600
databits = 8
stopbits = 2
parity = 0
sensortype = 2
fullscale = 250.000000
unit = 1
alarmAmin = 20.0000000
alarmAmax = 25.0000000
alarmBmin = 180.000000
alarmBmax = 200.000000
alarmCmin = 218.000000
alarmCmax = 225.000000
databits = 7
stopbits = 2
parity = 0
[GROUP_1]
tx_0 = 1
tx_1 = 2
tx_2 = 0
[EVENT_1]
actiontarget = 14
actionrelay = 1
delaybefore = 0
delayafter = 0
cond1source = 1
cond1logic = 1
cond1alarm = 0
[EVENT_2]
actiontarget = 0
actionrelay = 1
delaybefore = 255
delayafter = 255
cond1source = 129
cond1stat = 9
cond1logic = 7
cond1min = 10.0000000
cond1max = 15.0000000
[FIN]
Tx info to Tx info
source tx001
target tx002
COPY
5. Copy 001
-parameters
Tx info to Tx info
Event to Event
Event to Event
source #001
target #002
COPY
6
. Config
Manual scroll mode
Set Date and Time
Menu francais

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The scroll mode is used to set the scroll interval of
the information pages displayed on the screen. Scroll
mode may be set to at three or five seconds, or it
may be set to manual only. The information page
displayed can always be controlled manually using
the arrow keys. The display will remain on the last
component selected only in manual mode.
• 3-Second Scroll
• 5-Second Scroll
• Manual Scroll
The date and time are displayed in the following
format:
yyyy-mm-dd hh:mm:ss
(ISO 8601 standard, 24 hours format)
The desired display language is selected via Menu
Francais and English Menu. The selection is made
with the Enter key. When the display shows Menu
Francais, the current display language is English.
The language may be changed by pressing the
Enter key.
The user password can be edited and comes with a
default value of 9935 (last four digits of Manning’s toll
free phone number).
The Config window also features an option to
configure the slave port.
Relay configuration allows the relays to be set to
normal or failsafe mode. In the event of loss of power
to the controller, relays will change states if set to
failsafe mode.
Network (Auto-Programming of Network-
Related Parameters)
The functions of the Network menu serve to reset or
program information related to the network devices.
• Reset Database (Resets all Tx Info database —
network device)
• Network Scan (Auto detection of the network
devices)
• Reset & Scan (Resets all Tx info database and
auto detection of the network devices)
Resetting the network device affects only the Tx
information: groups and events are not affected by
these function.
Network scan serves as an auto detection service of
network devices to configure the Tx information
database.
The statistics function allows the user to view details
about the 16 last entries such as:
• Valid responses
• Communication errors
• Timeouts (no response)
6. Config
Set User Password
-9935-
Slave Port Cnfg
Slave Port Cnfg
Address: 001
384 bauds
Mdbs RTU 8D 2S NP
6. Config
Relay Configuration
AP Brdcst: auto
Manning Systems
7
. Network
Reset Database
Scan Network
Reset and Scan
7
. Network
Statistics

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Tests (Sequential Test Mode)
Test Sequence
This simple test sequence enables the user to
activate each output and validate the operation of
each controller key and all display pixels, as well as
the different communication protocols.
Start Sim. Sequ. & Stop Sim. Sequ.
(Stop Simulation)
See Simulation Mode section for more details.
The simulation mode allows for the simulation of gas
concentration over associated scale range on all
sensors. The simulated gas concentration values are
local to the controller.
• Start with Tx00X (simulation starts with
sensor 00X)
Maximum Load (Activation of All Controller
Components)
Oprt Mode (Controller Operating Mode)
See System Operation section for more details.
1Normal (normal controller operating mode)
2Single Tx (activation of interrogation mode for a
single sensor)
3Debug (activation of service mode to allow for
calibration without affecting events)
• Confirm (simulation activation)
8. Tests
Test Sequence
Start Sim Sequence
Maximum load
8
. Tests
Oprt Mode: normal