Honeywell Minitrend User manual

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TrendView recorders - Installation Instruction
Analogue In / Analogue Out / Pulse Input cards / Alarm Relay
and Digital Input / Output cards
Minitrend Recorder
Multitrend Recorder
eZtrend Recorder
DR Graphic
Recorder
This Installation Instruction sheet is intended as a guide for replacing or installing hardware and for setting up
functionality in the recorder. Refer to the User manual for detailed operational requirements.
The Minitrend, Multitrend, eZtrend and DR Graphic recorders are designed for ease of assembly with minimal
disturbance to the rest of the unit. If unsure, please return the unit to your supplier for repair or upgrade.
Removing the case and opening the back of the recorder should only be performed under the following circumstances:
When an item of hardware requires individual replacement.
When an item of hardware is to be retrospectively fitted.
In all other instances, it is recommended that the complete unit be returned to an authorised agent or service centre.
For Agency Approved recorders the product needs to be upgraded or repaired by an Authorized Repair facility.
WARNING
HAZARDOUS VOLTAGES
Disconnect all power to the recorder before removing the case and attempting any maintenance procedures.
For DR Graphic Recorders: Disconnect all the power, CJCs and IO cabling to the recorder before removing the IO cards
chassis or power supply chassis and attempting any maintenance procedures.
SAFETY TESTS
Upon completion of service procedures detailed in this manual two basic safety tests should be performed in order to
ensure continued safe operation of the instrument.
Failure to comply with these instructions could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
OBSERVE ANTI-STATIC PRECAUTIONS
Refer to BS EN61340-5-1: 2001. Basic specification. Protection of electrostatic sensitive devices.
Full anti-static precautions MUST be observed when in contact with the electronics of your recorder.
SAVE DATA, SETUPS AND LAYOUTS
Removal of PCBs and battery back-up will result in the loss of all non-volatile data.
Ensure all data and set-ups are saved.
Failure to comply with these instructions may result in product damage.
Before attempting to repair or upgrade a recorder, it is advisable to clear a sufficient work space so components such as
the front panel can be rested on the work surface without getting scratched or damaged.
If adding a new piece of hardware to your recorder please be aware that if you are running Trend Manager PC software
that the “Hardware Wizard” will require updating to accommodate the hardware changes.

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Minitrend, Multitrend and eZtrend Recorders
ForDR Graphic Recorder on page 9
Panel Mounting
The Analogue In, Analogue Out and Pulse Input cards can be removed, replaced or added to the recorder without
removing it from its mounting panel. If you require the recorder to be removed from the panel, loosen the mounting
clamp screws, slide the clamp towards the rear of the recorder and remove the clamps and the recorder.
Removing the Rear Panel
Removal of the rear panel is necessary for replacement or fitting any of the PC cards.
To remove the rear panel of the recorder, loosen and remove the two screws (Minitrend and eZtrend = M3 x 6,
Multitrend = M4 x 8) at the top corners of the rear panel, taking care to retain both the shake-proof washer and the screw.
Inside the Unit
Refer to Figure 1 for the Multitrend recorder, Figure 2 for the Minitrend recorder and Figure 3 for the eZtrend recorder
and their respective tables for the correct slot position for the Analogue In, Analogue out and Pulse Input cards. (Note,
eZtrend recorder cannot have Analogue out or Pulse Input cards fitted).
Multitrend Cards
Position Shown
Card Type
Slot
1A, 1B
Analogue Input Card
A, B, C, D, E, F
1C
Pulse Input Card
A, B, C, D, E, F
2E
Analogue Output Card
E, F
3G
Digital IO Card
G, H, I
3H
Alarm Relay Card
G, H, I
4
Processor Card
5
Power Supply Card
6
Transmitter Power Supply Card
Mother Board
Not shown
Figure 1 - Multitrend Recorder

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Minitrend Cards
Position Shown
Card Type
Slot
1
Power Supply Card
Transmitter Power Supply Card
2
Analogue Input Card
A, B
3
Pulse Input Card
A, B
Analogue Output Card
B (Not shown)
4
Alarm/Digital IO Card
G
5
Processor Card
Mother Board
Not shown
eZtrend cards
Position Shown
Card Type
Slot
1
Power Supply Card
2
Analogue Input Card
B
3
Alarm/Digital IO Card
G
4
Processor /AI Card
A
Figure 2 -
Minitrend recorder
Figure 3
eZtrend Recorder

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Analogue Input Card
The Analogue Input card is available as a 4, 6 or 8 channel card; whatever the number of channels, installation and
operation is exactly the same. (Only 6 channel boards are available for the eZtrend recorder)
An Analogue Input card can be fitted in slots A to F of an Multitrend recorder, slots A and B on a Minitrend recorder or
slot B on a eZtrend recorder.
Each slot is allocated 8 possible channels, so if two 6 channel boards are fitted they will be numbered A1 to A6, and A9
to A14 in the menu system. Channels always use three connections on the rear connector, and always start from the
left.
Connections
The connections for each channel are the same; the diagrams below show the correct connections for each input type;
Note: For a 4 wire RT connect as shown for 3 wire, leave the 4th wire disconnected.
CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4 CH5 CH6 CH7 CH8
CJC
Figure 7
Analogue In
Connections

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Analogue Output Card (Not for eZtrend )
The Analogue Output card is available as a 2 or 4 channel card; whatever the number of channels, installation and
operation is exactly the same.
An Analogue Output card can be fitted into slots E and F of an Multitrend recorder, or slots B on a Minitrend recorder.
(Not available for the eZtrend recorder)
The card has a 12 way connector and a blanking plate, which is fitted to the right of the connector. Channels always use
three connections on the rear connector, and always start from the left.
Connections
Pulse Input Card (Not eZtrend)
The Pulse Input Card is only available as a 4 channel card.
A Pulse Input card can be fitted in slots A to F of an Multitrend recorder, or slots A or B on a Minitrend recorder. (Not
available for the eZtrend recorder)
The card has a 12 way connector and a blanking plate, which is fitted to the left of the connector. Channels always use
three connections on the rear connector, and always start from the left.
Connections
For further information on connection details and operation of any of these three cards please refer to the Recorder
User Manual.
NC= Not Connected
Figure 8
Analogue Out
Connections
Figure 9
Pulse input
Connections

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Procedure for Alarm Relay and Digital I/O Cards
There are two main types of alarm cards, the Alarm Relay card and the Digital I/O card.
The Alarm/Relay card is available with 4 or 8 channels of relay output, the 8 channel having two channels of digital input
as standard (channel 7 & 8).
The Digital I/O cards are available with 8 or 16 channels; all channels may be used as digital inputs or relay outputs.
(Only the 8 channel version is available on eZtrend)
All alarm cards take up slot position in slot G in the Minitrend and eZtrend recorders and slot positions G, H and I in the
Multitrend recorder.
Connections
CH 1 CH 2 CH 3 CH 4 CH 5 CH 6 CH 7 CH 8
NC C NO NC C NO NC C NO NC C NO NC C NO NC C NO NC C NO NC C NO
Channels 7 & 8 Input across NO, C
CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4 CH5 CH6 CH7 CH8 CH9 CH10 CH11CH12 CH13 CH14 CH15 CH16
NOC NO C NO C NO C NO C NOCNOCNOC NOCNO CNO C NO CNO CNOC NOC NOC
NC = Normally Closed, C = Common, NO = Normally Open

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Removal of Analogue In, Analogue Out and Pulse Input Cards
If the Analogue In, Analogue Out or Pulse Input Cards are being replaced, locate and loosen its M3 x 8 earth screw
from the side of the unit, see Figure 10,11 &12.
Grip the connector on the card to be removed and gently pull to release the card from its connection to the mother
board (expansion boards on the eZtrend) at the front of the unit. Remove the card and retain both the screw and the
shake-proof washer.
Inserting an Analogue In, Analogue Out or Pulse Input Card
NOTE: To add an Analogue input board to the eZtrend recorder the recorder must already have an Expansion board
fitted. If the Expansion board is fitted continue as described below, if an Expansion Board has to be fitted refer to
Instruction sheet 43-TV-33-81 “eZtrend Expansion Board”. Minitrend and Multitrend recorders will always have a Mother
Board already fitted.
To replace or add Analogue In, Analogue Out or Pulse Input cards, insert the new card in the correct slot position using
the board guides in the case. Slide the card carefully back into the case, until the fixing bracket on the left side of the
card is in line with the single fixing hole on the side of the case. Ensure the card is pushed fully home to the mother
board (expansion board on eZtrend).
Replace/fit the M3 x 8 earth screws and shake-proof washers, on the side of the case, to secure the card.
Figure 10
Minitrend with Analogue Input
board being removed.
Figure 11
Multitrend Recorder with Pulse
input card and Analogue out card
being removed.
Figure 12
eZtrend with Analogue
Input board being
removed.

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Remove Alarm/Digital IO card
If the alarm card is being replaced, locate and remove the M3 x 8 earth screw from the bottom position of the unit,
(Minitrend and eZtrend = Slot G, Multitrend = Slot G, H and I) see Figure 13, 14 and 15.
Grip the connector on the Alarm/Digital IO card and gently pull to release the card from its connection to the mother
board (expansion board on the eZtrend) at the front of the unit. Remove the card and retain both the screw and the
shake-proof washer.
Inserting an Alarm/Digital IO card
NOTE: To add an Alarm/Digital I/O board to the eZtrend recorder, the recorder must already have an Expansion board
fitted. If the Expansion board is fitted continue as described below, if an Expansion Board has to be fitted refer to
Instruction sheet 43-TV-33-81 “eZtrend Expansion Board”. Minitrend and Multitrend recorders will always have a Mother
Board already fitted.
To replace or add an Alarm/Digital IO card, insert the new card in the correct slot position using the board guides in the
case. Slide the card carefully back into the case, until the fixing bracket on the left side of the card is in line with the
single fixing hole on the side of the case. Ensure the card is pushed fully home.
Replace/fit the M3 x 8 earth screws and shake-proof washers, on the side of the case, to secure the card.
Figure 13 - Minitrend recorder
Figure 14 - Multitrend recorder
Figure 15 - eZtrend recorder

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Re-assembling the Unit
Remove or add any relevant plastic blanking plates (safety cover) on
the rear panel, by pushing out the push rivets from behind.
To replace the rear panel, angle the rear panel as shown to line up
two location points with the floor of the recorder’s case.
Reposition the shake-proof washers and replace and tighten two
screws (Minitrend and eZtrend = M3 x 6, Multitrend = M4 x 8) at the
top corners of the rear panel.
If the recorder has been removed from the panel, refit the mounting
clamps to the case in two opposite positions (Nema 4 positions) and
secure into the panel.
Minitrend and eZtrend torque setting should be 0.5 - 0.75Nm/4.4 -
6.6lbf-in
Multitrend torque setting should be 0.5 - 0.70Nm/4.4 - 6.2lbf-in
Once the recorder is re-assembled plug the CJC sensor supplied with the board into the centre two pins on the
connector. If the CJC is not connected thermocouple inputs will not operate.
DR Graphic Recorder
While adding a new piece of hardware to your recorder please be aware that if you are running Trend Manager PC
software, the “Hardware Wizard” requires updation to accommodate the hardware changes.
Panel Mounting
IO cards can be removed, replaced or added to the recorder without removing it from its mounting panel. If you require
the recorder to be removed from the panel, loosen the mounting bracket screws and remove the recorder.
Removing the IO Card Chassis front panel
Removal of the IO Cards Chassis front panel is necessary for replacement or fitting any of the PC cards. To remove the
IO Card Chassis front panel, use following procedure.
1. Open the door (Bezel side) of the unit by unlocking the latch.
2. There are 7x No.4/40 screws as shown in red circle and 2x captive screws shown in green circle in Figure 17.
Remove all No.4/40 screws and loosen the captive screws.
Figure 16 - Multitrend recorder
Figure 17
Inside DR Graphic
Recorder Case

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3. Remove the slant chassis plate on the back side of the IO card chassis.
4. Lift the IO card chassis from the front side and park it on the bottom stand.
See Figure 19.
5. Unplug the USB wire from the front side of the IO card chassis.
See Figure 19.
Figure 18
Cabling inside the
slant chassis plate
USB cable
Figure 19
IO Card chassis
parked on stand