iSMA CONTROLLI MVC503R-MB User manual

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MVC503R-MB Configuration
Tool
Product manual
Manual of installation and use

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Table of Contents
1Introduzione ..............................................................................................................3
1.1 Revision History ..................................................................................................3
1.2 Safety rules..........................................................................................................3
1.3 Overview..............................................................................................................3
2Installation .................................................................................................................3
2.1 Hardware Requirements....................................................................................3
2.2 Configurator Installation Procedure .................................................................4
2.3 LIBO-USB Serial Converter Installation.............................................................4
2.4 Setup ....................................................................................................................4
3User Interface ............................................................................................................5
3.1 Main Window ......................................................................................................5
3.2 “Modbus Communication”.................................................................................8
3.3 “Modbus Configuration” Box ...........................................................................11
3.4 “Actuator Configuration” Box ..........................................................................11
3.5 “Valve Configuration” Box ................................................................................12
3.6 “Actuator Status” Box .......................................................................................13
3.7 “Actuator Command” Box ................................................................................15
3.8 “Configuration File” Menu................................................................................16
3.9 “Scan” Menu ......................................................................................................17

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1Introduzione
1.1 Revision History
Rev.
Date
Description
1.0
09.04.2021
1ª Issue
1.1
18.03.2022
Changed user interface background and inserted
logo and pictures iSMACONTROLLI
Table 1. MVC503R-MB Configuration Tool revision history
1.2 Safety rules
1. Install on the power supply line a protecting device to avoid short circuits (fuse
or magneto-thermic) according to the specifications.
2. In case of accidental removal of the cover and/or of the connector cover, make
sure that power is disconnected before working on the actuator or near it.
3. The products are maintenance free.
1.3 Overview
This configuration tool allows to configure and to monitor the MVC503R-MB actuator
for correct commissioning of the
system. The connection between the computer and the actuator is made via a USB /
RS485 converter (LIBO-USB)
with a serial communication bus and ModBus protocol (RTU).
2Installation
2.1 Hardware Requirements
•Processor: latest generation
•RAM: 2Gbyte
•Operating system: Win7, Win10
•USB-RS485 serial converter (LIBO-USB)

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2.2 Configurator Installation Procedure
The software is provided with a self-installing file: "MVC503R-MB Manager".
After the installation, the software is ready for use.
2.3 LIBO-USB Serial Converter Installation
LIBO-USB is a USB to RS422 / 485 converter. It supports communication with 2/4 wire
RS485.
This device has a removable terminal block for connection to the device and 2 LEDs
that indicate the transmission and reception of data in progress.
To operate in 485 mode it is necessary to set the following DIP-SWITCHES to ON:
1. RS-485 transmission
2. Echo OFF
3. 2-Wire communication
For a Modbus connection with MVC503R-MB, the correct terminals to be used are:
1. TDA (-)
2. TDB (+)
3. GND
The device needs the installation of the drivers either by using the CD-ROM inserted in
the box of LIBO-USB or by downloading the drivers from the network (http://www.bb-
elec.com/USOPTL4).
2.4 Setup
The software can be started through the icon on the Desktop or through the Start →
All path Programs →MVC503RMB Configurator →Configurator menu.

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3User Interface
3.1 Main Window
When the software is executed, the following window will be displayed:

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Figure 1. User interface after the serial converter connection
From the “Settings” menu on the top of the window is possible to select:
•“Read converter parameters”: read the modbus communication parameters of
the converter
•“Write converter parameters”: write the modbus communication parameters
in the converter (the values have to be configured in the comboboxes in the
“Modbus Configuration“ area).
This options allow to set the communication parameters on the PC side (master).
Figure 2. Settings menu
From the “Language” menu on the top of the window it will be possible to change the
language of the Configuration Tool. The selectable languages are: Italian and English.
Figure 3. Language menu
From the menu “Configuration File” it will be possible:
•To load into the actuator the configuration parameters specified in the selected
file (.csv format) only after the modbus connection is successfully
established (“CONNECT” button).
•To save a configuration file including all the values present into the software
interface (values into the areas: Actuator Configuration, Valve Configuration and
modbus parameters (baud rate, parity bit and stop bit)).
•To read from the configuration file the parameters and show them into the
software interface.
For the two last functions the Modbus connection with the actuator is not
required.

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Figure 4. Configuration File menu
From the “Read Device” menu on the top of the window is possible to read all
information from the device.
Figure 5. Read Device menu
From the “Write Device” menu on the top of the window is possible to write the
configuration values into the device.
Figure 6. Write Device menu
From the menu “Scan” it will be possible to perform a MODBUS scan of the actuators
on the network.
Figure 7. Scan menu
From the “?”menu on the top of the window is possible to know the configuration tool
version.
Figure 8. “?”menu

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At startup the only selectable Menus are “Language” and “Configuration File”, the
“Scan” menu will be enabled once the “CONNECT” button is clicked and if the
connection was successful.
The available functions of the main window are:
•Connection to the actuator according the MODBUS configuration parameters
(MODBUS CONFIGURATION box).
•Configuration of the actuator (ACTUATOR CONFIGURATION box).
•Configuration of the valve characteristic (VALVE CONFIGURATION box)
•Positioning of the actuator in the stroke range 0-100% and verify the position (0-
100%) (ACTUATOR COMMAND box).
•Verify the operating status of the actuator and possible anomalies (ACTUATOR
STATUS box).
3.2 Modbus Communication
In the top area of the main window under the drop-down menu, the Modbus
communication parameters can be set and verified:
Figure 9. Status modbus communication
•The serial port number (COM Port) which is connected the USB-RS485
converter.
To identify the serial port number connected to the serial converter is necessary
to access at the Windows Control Panel and select “Device Manager”:

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Figure 10. Windows Control panel to select Device Manager option
Select the field “Port (COM e LPT)” and note the serial port number related to the serial
converter (in the example below: COM4).

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Figure 11. Device Manager, select Ports (COM and LPT) option
•Modbus address of the device (Modbus Address). Modbus address is selectable
via the first 7 dipswitches of the actuator following the encoding into the
technical manual (example to select address 1, the dip switch n°1 has to be
positioned on ON).
The modification of the modbus address on the device is only active by
switching the actuator off and on again or pressing the button “RESET” on
the manager interface.
•Modbus Status: shows the status of the modbus communication and the
current operation in progress.
•Toggle Button (CONNECTED/DISCONNECTED): allows to connect or disconnect
the serial converter. If the COM port has not been detected this button is not
enable.

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After press the CONNECT button verify if Modbus Status is OK.
The parameters set in the Modbus Configuration box are requested only the first time
the software and the Serial converter are used.
3.3 “Modbus Configuration” Box
In this box it is possible to set the modbus configuration parameters.
Figure 12. Actuator Modbus configuration
•Baud Rate (selectable between 9600 and 19200).
•Parity Bit (selectable between none, odd and even)
•Stop Bit (selectable 1 or 2)
The default communication parameters are: 9600, No parity and 2 stop bits.
To write the configuration inside the actuator press the “Write Device” button on the
top menu.
3.4 “Actuator Configuration”Box
In this box it is possible to set the following configuration parameters of the actuator:

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Figure 13. Actuator configuration box
•Action: it allows to select direct or reverse action
•Calibration: it allows to start the stroke calibration of the actuator
Press the “READ” button to read the current status, the select from the drop-
down menu the label “Learning” and press the button “WRITE”. At the end of the
calibration the status Running will be shown again by pressing the “READ”
button.
•Failsafe: it allows to select the emergency return position of the actuator
selectable between “Up” or “Down”.
•Stroke: it allows to set the fixed stroke mode or the automatic calibration mode;
If the fixed stroke mode is selected, the stroke value has to be set in the
Valve Stroke textbox and it’s necessary to press the “Write Device” button
in the top menu to save it.
Make sure that the other 2 parameters in the section mentioned above are the
current ones otherwise the actuator settings will be overwritten.
•Speed: selectable between 5 sec/mm (default) or 3 sec/mm.
Once the configuration parameters described above have been selected, press the
“Write Device” button and verify with the “Read Device” button that the parameters
have been correctly set.
In order to make the parameters changes active, it’s necessary to reset the
actuator through the “RESET”.
3.5 “Valve Configuration” Box
In this box it is possible to set the following configuration parameters of the valve:

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Figure 14. Valve configuration box
•PICV Valve Type: in case the actuator is installed on a LIBRA pressure
independent control valve, it is possible to select the LIBRA range from the drop-
down menu in order to improve flow control.
•Valve Characteristic: it allows to select the characteristic of the LIBRA valve
(linear or equipercentage).
•Stroke Valve [mm]: it allows to read the calibrated stroke value or select the
stroke value in fixed stroke mode.
Once the configuration parameters described above have been selected, press the
“Write Device” button and verify with the “Read Device” button that the parameters
have been correctly set.
In order to make the parameters changes active, it’s necessary to reset the
actuator through the “RESET” button in the “Actuator Status” box.
3.6 “Actuator Status”Box
In this box the actuator status and possible anomalies are shown:

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Figure 15. Actuator status box shows the information about the actuator status
•Status: it shows the current status of the actuator (initial positioning, calibrating,
up end stroke, down end stroke, up positioning, down positioning) and the led
status on the electronic board.
•First Power-Up: it shows if the actuator has been powered on for the first time.
•Up Position: it shows how many times the actuator stem was in the fully
retracted position.
•Down Position: it shows how many times the actuator stem was in the fully
extended position.
•Stroke Under 2mm: it shows a calculated actuator stroke anomaly during
calibration phase (stroke below 2mm).
•Stroke Over 12mm: it shows a calculated actuator stroke anomaly during
calibration phase (stroke above 12mm).

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•Low Voltage/Failsafe: it shows the low supply voltage anomaly events as well as
the number of emergency return events.
•High Voltage: it shows the high supply voltage anomaly events.
•Unexpected Stall: it shows the unexpected stall events, that is how many times
a stall has occurred inside the range stroke.
•Extra Stroke: it shows an extra stroke anomaly compared to the calculated
stroke during the calibration phase (stroke out of range).
•FW Version: it shows the actuator firmware version.
Reset Actuator: SW reset of the actuator is executed by pressing the “RESET”
button. Before to send others commands to the actuator it is necessary to wait
the supercap recharge phase is completed. In case of changes in the actuator
configuration parameters, press the “RESET” button to make the changes
immediately effective.
The parameters in the “Actuator Status” box are read at the connection start-up and
every time the label near the textbox is clicked.
The information relating to the “Events” section can be read all 6 simultaneously
by pressing the text “Counters”.
3.7 “Actuator Command”Box
In this box it is possible to set the actuator position in the range of 0-100% and verify
the position (feedback).
Figure 16. Actuator command box
•Command signal: it allows to set the modbus command for the actuator
positioning in the range 0-100%.
Press “Write Device”or the “ENTER” key to send the position command to
the actuator.
•Feedback: allows to verify the current position of the actuator in the range 0-
100%. A value of 110% indicates that the actuator is in emergency return phase,

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while a value of 120% indicates that the actuator is performing the initial
position/calibration. The current feedback value is read by the software at the
start-up and cyclically every 1.5sec (it’s possible to read the value clicking on the
label “Feedback”). The textbox “Flow Rate PICV” is N.A.
•Flow Rate PICV: in case of “LIBRA” valve selection the percentage of the flow rate
valve is shown, while the textbox “Feedback” shows N.A.
3.8 “Configuration File”Menu
This menu allows to save a .csv file useful for saving the configuration of an actuator
and repeating it later on the same or on others actuators present.
In the drop-down menu are present the following items:
•Load configuration file
•Write configuration file
•Read configuration file
•Load configuration file: it saves into the actuator the parameters collected into
the selected CSV file (make sure a valid connection is open by pressing the
“CONNECT” button before loading a new configuration).
•Read configuration file: it allows to select a configuration file and to show all
the parameters in the proper textboxes.
•Write configuration file: it allows to save the configuration file (CSV) containing
all the configuration parameters.
Read and Write option can be done off-line (no Modbus connection is necessary).

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Figure 17. Select the configuration file (Write configuration file option)
To upload directly the configuration file parameters to the actuator, select the “Load
configuration file” item by selecting the desired configuration file (to perform this
operation, a successful connection must be done pressing the “CONNECT” button).
3.9 “Scan” Menu
This menu allows to perform a scan of the actuators inside the modbus network:

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The table in the left part of the windows can show the main actuator information of a
subset of the actuators in the network. The scan can be executed by setting the start
Modbus address and the end Modbus address of the actuator group and pressing the
“READ” button.
In the following example in the Modbus network is present only 1 actuator (modbus
address 1), the one with modbus address 2 is not present and therefore is indicated
N.A. (Not Available)
Figure 18. Scan window to read the main info about the actuators in the Modbus network