Newport i8-AL User manual

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Temperature/Process
Limit Alarm Controller
i8-AL, i16-AL, i32-AL
Operator’s Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Part 1: Introduction .....................................................................................1
1.1 Description .....................................................................................2
1.2 Safety Considerations....................................................................3
1.3 Before You Begin...........................................................................4
Part 2: Setup ................................................................................................5
2.1 Front Panel ...................................................................................5
2.2 Disassembly...................................................................................6
2.3 Electrical Installation ......................................................................7
2.3.1 Power Connections ............................................................7
2.3.3 Thermocouple - Input Connection......................................8
2.3.4 Two / Three / Four Wire RTD-Hookups .............................9
2.3.5 Process Current - Wiring Hookup ....................................10
2.3.6 Process Voltage - Wiring Hookup ....................................10
2.3.7 Wiring Outputs - Wiring Hookup.......................................11
Part 3: Operation: Configuration Mode ...................................................12
3.1 Introduction .................................................................................12
Turning your device On for the First Time
Buttons Functions in Configuration Mode
3.2 Menu Configuration .....................................................................13
3.2.1 ID Number........................................................................14
3.2.2 Setpoints .........................................................................15
3.2.3 Configuration Menu..........................................................16
3.2.4 Input Type Menu .............................................................17
3.2.4.1 Input Type (Thermocouple)................................ 18
3.2.4.2 Input Type (RTD) ............................................... 19
3.2.4.3 Input Type (Process).......................................... 20
3.2.5 Reading Configuration Menu ..........................................21
3.2.6 Alarm 1 Menu ..................................................................25
3.2.7 Alarm 2 Menu...................................................................29
3.2.8 Reading Adjust Menu.......................................................30
3.2.9 Setpoint Deviation Menu/Field Calibration ......................31
3.2.10 ID Code Menu .................................................................32
3.2.11 Display Color Selection Menu ..........................................41
Part 4: Specifications......................................................................................44
Part 5: Factory Preset Values .......................................................................47
CE APPROVAL INFORMATION.....................................................................48

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LIST OF FIGURES:
Figure 2.1 Front Panel Display........................................................................5
Figure 2.2 Rear Panel Input Connector Labels ..............................................6
Figure 2.4 Main Power Connections ..............................................................7
Figure 2.5 Thermocouple Wiring Hookup .......................................................8
Figure 2.6 Two/Three/Four-Wire RTD Wiring Hookup
a) RTD-1000 ohm/RTD-500 ohm...................................................9
b) RTD-100 ohm ...........................................................................9
Figure 2.7 Process Current Wiring Hookup
(Internal and External Excitation) ................................................10
Figure 2.8 Process Voltage Wiring Hookup
a) With Sensor Excitation ............................................................10
b) Without Sensor Excitation........................................................10
Figure 2.9 Mechanical Relay Outputs Wiring Hookup ..................................11
Figure 2.10 Excitation Output .........................................................................11
Figure 3.1 Flow Chart for ID and Setpoints ..................................................13
Figure 3.2 Flow Chart for Configuration Menu ..............................................16
Figure 3.3 Flow Chart for Input Type Menu .................................................17
Figure 3.4 Flow Chart for Reading Configuration .........................................21
Figure 3.5 Flow Chart for Alarm 1 .................................................................25
Figure 3.6 Flow Chart for Alarm 2 .................................................................29
Figure 3.7 Flow Chart for Reading Adjust .....................................................30
Figure 3.8 Flow Chart for Setpoint Deviation/Field Calibration ....................31
Figure 3.9 Flow Chart for ID Code ...............................................................32
Figure 3.10 Flow Chart for Display Color Selection ........................................41
LIST OF TABLES:
Table 2.1 Front Panel Annunciators ..............................................................5
Table 2.2 Rear Panel Connector ..................................................................6
Table 2.3 Power Connections .......................................................................7
Table 2.4 TC Wire Color Chart .....................................................................8
Table 3.1 Button Function in Configuration Mode........................................12
Table 3.2 Conversion Table.........................................................................24
Table 4.1 Input Properties.. .........................................................................46
Table 5.1 Factory Preset Values .................................................................47

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NOTES, WARNINGS and CAUTIONS
Information that is especially important to note is identied by the following labels:
• NOTE
• WARNING or CAUTION
• IMPORTANT
• TIP
NOTE: Provide you with information that is important to successfully
setup and use the Programmable Digital System.
CAUTION or WARNING: Tells you about the risk of
electrical shock.
CAUTION, WARNING or IMPORTANT: Tells you of circumstances or
practices that can affect the instrument’s functionality and must refer to
accompanying documents.
TIP: Provides you helpful hints.
PART 1
INTRODUCTION
1.1 Description
The iSeries Limit Alarm Controller offers unparalleled exibility in process
measurement and alarm applications, accepting 10 different thermocouple types,
18 RTD combinations or 4 process voltage/current inputs and providing 2 relay
alarm outputs and a large multi-color, programmable display. Easily congured
options include 11 different alarm conditions and the unit supports an external
reset input and a buzzer audio annunciator.
Front panel conguration switches allow the user to select the type of input, the
alarm conditions and the resulting display color. Process inputs are fully scalable,
supporting virtually all engineering units with a selectable decimal point providing
a perfect solution for pressure, ow or other process inputs.
Standard features include a built-in 24 Vdc excitation source for transmitters or
other devices and a universal power supply that accepts 90 to 240 Vac. A low
power option is available that supports 24 Vac or 12 to 36 Vdc.

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1.2 Safety Considerations
This device is marked with the international caution symbol. It is
important to read this manual before installing or commissioning this
device as it contains important information relating to Safety and
EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility).
This device is a panel mount device protected in accordance with
EN 61010-1:2001, electrical safety requirements for electrical
equipment for measurement, control and laboratory. Installation of this
device should be done by qualied personnel. In order to ensure safe
operation, the following instructions should be followed.
This device has no power-on switch. An external switch or circuit-
breaker shall be included in the building installation as a disconnecting
device. It shall be marked to indicate this function, and it shall be in
close proximity to the equipment within easy reach of the operator.
The switch or circuit-breaker shall meet the relevant requirements of
IEC 947–1 and IEC 947-3 (International Electrotechnical Commission).
The switch shall not be incorporated in the main supply cord.
Furthermore, to provide protection against excessive energy being
drawn from the main supply in case of a fault in the equipment, an
overcurrent protection device shall be installed.
• Do not exceed voltage rating on the label located on the top of
the device housing.
• Always disconnect power before changing signal and power
connections.
• Do not use this device on a work bench without its case for
safety reasons.
• Do not operate this device in ammable or explosive atmospheres.
• Unit mounting should allow for adequate ventilation to ensure
device does not exceed operating temperature rating.
• Use electrical wires with adequate size to handle mechanical
strain and power requirements. Install without exposing bare wire
outside the connector to minimize electrical shock hazards.
EMC Considerations
• Whenever EMC is an issue, always use shielded cables.
• Never run signal and power wires in the same conduit.
• Use signal wire connections with twisted-pair cables.
• Install Ferrite Bead(s) on signal wires close to the device if
EMC problems persist.
Failure to follow all instructions and warnings may result in injury!

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1.3 Before you Begin
Inspecting Your Shipment:
Remove the packing slip and verify that you have received everything
listed. Inspect the container and equipment for signs of damage as
soon as you receive the shipment. Note any evidence of rough handling
in transit. Immediately report any damage to the shipping agent. The
carrier will not honor damage claims unless all shipping material is
saved for inspection. After examining and removing the contents, save
the packing material and carton in the event reshipment is necessary.
Customer Service:
If you need assistance, please call the nearest Customer Service
Department, listed in this manual.
Manuals:
The latest Operation Manual is available from the website listed in this
manual.
To Reset the Meter:
When the device is in the “MENU” Mode, push conce to direct device
one step backward of the top menu item.
Push ctwice to reset device, prior to resuming “Run” Mode except
after “Alarms”, that will go to the “Run” Mode without resetting the
device.
When using external reset switch: when the device is in the “RUN”
Mode, push dtwice to disable all outputs and alarms. It is now in
“STANDBY” Mode.
Push donce more to resume “RUN” Mode.
Push dtwice to disable the system during an EMERGENCY.

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PART 2
SETUP
2.1 Front Panel
Figure 2.1 Front Panel Display
Table 2.1 Front Annunciators
1Setpoint 1/ Alarm 1 indicator
2Setpoint 2/ Alarm 2 indicator
ºC °C unit indicator
ºF °F unit indicator
aChanges display to Conguration Mode and advances through
menu items*
bUsed in Program Mode and Peak Recall*
cUsed in Program Mode and Valley Recall*
dAccesses submenus in Conguration Mode and stores selected
values*
*See Part 3 Operation: Configuration Mode

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2.2 Rear Panel Connections
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
1/32 DIN 1/16 DIN 1/8 DIN
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
L N -OUTPUTS- -INPUTS-L N -OUTPUTS-
Figure 2.2 Rear Panel
Figure 2.3 Rear Panel Input Connector Labels
Table 2.2 Rear Panel Connector
POWER AC/DC Power Connector: All models
INPUT Input Connector: All models TC, PR (Process), RTD
ALARM 1
OUTPUT Mechanical Relay SPDT
ALARM 2
OUTPUT Mechanical Relay SPDT
OPTION Excitation, not available with low power option (-DC)

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2.3 Electrical Installation
2.3.1 Power Connections
Caution: Do not connect power to your device until you have completed
all input and output connections. Failure to do so may result in injury!
Connect the main power connections as shown in Figure 2.4.
Figure 2.4 Main Power Connections
Table 2.3 Power Connections
FUSE Connector For 115 Vac For 230 Vac DC
FUSE 1 Power* 100 mA(T) 100 mA(T) 100 mA(T)
FUSE 2 Power* N/A N/A 400 mA(T)
For the low voltage power option, in order to maintain the same degree of
protection as the standard high voltage input power units (90 to 240 Vac),
always use a Safety Agency Approved DC or AC source with the same
Overvoltage Category and pollution degree as the standard AC unit
(90 to 240 Vac).
The Safety European Standard EN61010-1 for measurement, control,
and laboratory equipment requires that fuses must be specied based
on IEC127. This standard species for a Time-lag fuse, the letter code
“T”. The above recommended fuses are of the type IEC127-2-sheet III.
Be aware that there are signicant differences between the requirements
listed in the UL 248-14/CSA 248.14 and the IEC 127 fuse standards. As
a result, no single fuse can carry all approval listings. A 1.0 Amp IEC fuse
is approximately equivalent to a 1.4 Amp UL/CSA fuse. It is advised to
consult the manufacturer’s data sheets for a cross-reference.
Use copper conductors
only for power connections

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2.3.2 Thermocouple
The gure below shows the wiring hookup for any thermocouple type.
For example, for Type K hookup, connect the yellow wire to the “2” terminal and
the red wire to the “1(-)” terminal.
When conguring your device, select Thermocouple and Thermocouple
Type in the Input Type menu (see Part 3).
Figure 2.5 Thermocouple Wiring Hookup
Table 2.4 TC Wire Color Chart
Type Input Connector Jacket (External Insulation)
Terminal 1 (-) Terminal 2 (+) Extension Grade
JRed White Dark-Brown Black
KRed Yellow Dark-Brown Yellow
TRed Blue Dark-Brown Blue
ERed Purple Dark-Brown Purple
NRed Orange Dark-Brown Brown
RRed Black - Green
SRed Black - Green
BRed Gray - Black

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2.3.3 Two/Three/Four-Wire RTD
The gures below show the input connections and input connector jumpers
(shown in bold lines) required to hookup a 2-, 3- or 4-wire RTD.
RTD (1000/500) 4-Wire
RTD (1000/500) 3-Wire
RTD (1000/500) 2-Wire
RTD (100) 4-Wire
RTD (100) 3-Wire
RTD (100) 2-Wire
Figure 2.6 a) RTD-100 ohm and b) RTD-100 ohm Wiring Hookup
500 ohm Wiring
Hookup
The two-wire connection is simplest method, but does not compensate for
lead-wire temperature change and often requires calibration to cancel lead-wire
resistance offset.
The three-wire connection works best with RTD leads closely equal in
resistance. The device measures the RTD, plus upper and lower lead drop
voltage and the subtracts twice the measured drop in the lower supply
current lead producing excellent lead-resistance cancellation for balanced
measurements.
The four-wire RTD hookup is applicable to unbalanced lead resistance and
enables the device to measure and subtract the lead voltage, which produces
the best lead-resistance cancellation.
When conguring your device, select RTD type and RTD value in the Input
Type menu (see Part 3).
If the input wires of the meter get disconnected or broken, it will display
+OPN “Input (+) Open” message except in case of 500/1000 Ω 2-wire
RTD. In this case the display shows -OPN “Input (-) Open” message.
For safety purpose you may want to set up your alarm to be triggered
when input is open. See Alarm 1 & 2 Sections 3.2.6, 3.2.7 for details.

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2.3.4 Process Current
The gure below shows the wiring hookup for Process Current 0 – 20 mA.
Figure 2.7 Process Current Wiring Hookup
(Internal and External Excitation)
When conguring your device, select Process Type in the Input Type Menu
(see Part 3).
2.3.5 Process Voltage
The gure below shows the wiring hookup for Process Voltage 0 – 100 mV,
0 – 1 V, 0 – 10 V.
Figure 2.8 a) Process Voltage b) Process Voltage Wiring
Wiring Hookup with Hookup without Sensor
Sensor Excitation Excitation
RL - Voltage limited resistor, which allows to convert 24 Vdc internal excitation
voltage to the appropriate process input value. For instance: if the potentiometer
value is equal to 10 kΩ, the minimum RL is 14 kΩ for 10 V process input.
When conguring your device, select Process Type in the Input Type Menu
(see Part 3).

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2.3.6 Wiring Outputs
This device has two factory installed outputs.
The SPDT Mechanical Relay Connection is shown below.
Figure 2.9 Mechanical Relay Output Wiring Hookup
Use copper conductors
only for power connections

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PART 3
OPERATION: Conguration Mode
3.1 Introduction
The device has two different modes of operation.
The rst, Run Mode, is used to display values for the Process Variable,
and to display or clear Peak and Valley values.
The other mode, Menu Conguration Mode, is used to navigate through
the menu options and congure the device.
Part 3 of this manual will explain the Menu Conguration Mode. For your
device to operate properly, the user must rst “program” or congure the
menu options.
Turning your device On for the First Time
The device becomes active as soon as it is connected to a power
source. It has no On or Off switch.
The device at first momentarily shows the software version number,
followed by reset RST, and then proceeds to the Run Mode.

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3.1 Introduction (continued)
Table 3.1 Button Function in Conguration Mode
a
(MENU)
• To enter the Menu, the user must first press abutton.
• Use this button to advance/navigate to the next menu item.
The user can navigate through all the top level menus by
pressing a.
• While a parameter is being modified, press ato escape
without saving the parameter.
b
(UP)
• Press the up bbutton to scroll through “flashing” selections.
When a numerical value is displayed press this key to increase
value of a parameter that is currently being modified.
• Holding the bbutton down for approximately 3 seconds will
speed up the rate at which the set point value increments.
• In the Run Mode press bcauses the display to flash the PEAK
value – press again to return to the Run Mode.
c
(DOWN)
• Press the down cbutton to go back to a previous Top Level
Menu item.
• Press this button twice to reset the device to the Run Mode.
• When a numerical value is flashing (except set point value) press c
to scroll digits from left to right allowing the user to select the desired
digit to modify.
• When a setpoint value is displayed press cto decrease value of a
setpoint that is currently being modified. Holding the cbutton
down for approximately 3 seconds will speed up the rate at which
the setpoint value is decremented.
• In the Run Mode press ccauses the display to flash the VALLEY
value – press again to return to the Run Mode.
d
(ENTER)
• Press the enter dbutton to access the submenus from a Top Level
Menu item.
• Press dto store a submenu selection or after entering a value —
the display will flash a STRD message to confirm your selection.
• To reset flashing Peak or Valley press d.
• In the Run Mode, press dtwice to enable Standby Mode with
flashing STBY.
Reset: Except for Alarms, modifying any settings of the menu
configuration will reset the device prior to resuming Run Mode.

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3.2 Menu Conguration
Figure 3.1 Flow Chart for ID and Set Points Menu

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3.2.1 ID Number Menu
SEE ID MENU SELECTION IN CONFIGURATION SECTION FOR
ENABLE/DISABLE OR CHANGE ID CODE.
If ID Code is Disabled or set as Default (0000) the menu will skip ID
step to Setpoint Menu.
If ID Code is set to Full Security Level and user attempts to enter the
Main Menu, they will be prompted for an ID Code.
If ID Code is set to Set Point/ID Security Level and user attempts to
enter the Conguration Menu, they will be prompted for an ID Code.
ENTERING YOUR NON-DEFAULT FULL SECURITY ID NUMBER.
Press a
Press d
Press b& c
Press d
1) Display shows ID.
2) Display advances to ____
3) Press bto increase digit 0-9. Press cto activate next digit
(flashing). Continue to use band cto enter your 4-digit ID code.
4) If the correct ID code is entered, the menu will advance
to the Setpoint 1 Menu, otherwise an error message ERRo
will be displayed and the instrument will return to the Run Mode.
To change ID Code, see ID Menu in the Conguration section.
ENTERING YOUR NON-DEFAULT SET POINT/ID SECURITY ID NUMBER.
Press a
Press a
Press a
Press d
Press b& c
Press d
5) Display shows SP1 Setpoint 1 Menu.
6) Display shows SP2 Setpoint 2 Menu.
7) Display shows ID ID Code Menu.
8) Display advances to ____ .
9) Use band cto change your ID Code.
10) If the correct ID code is entered, the display will advance
to the INPT Input Menu, otherwise the error message ERRo
will be displayed and the unit will return to the Run Mode.
To prevent unauthorized tampering with the setup parameters, the
instrument provides protection by requiring the user to enter the ID
Code before allowing access to subsequent menus. If the ID Code
entered does not match the ID Code stored, the unit responds with an
error message and access to subsequent menus will be denied.
Use numbers that are easy for you to remember. If the ID Code is
forgotten or lost, call customer service with your serial number to
access and reset the default to 0000.

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3.2.2 Set Points Menu
SETPOINT 1:
Press a
Press d
Press b& c
1) Press a, if necessary until SP1 prompt appears.
2) Display shows previous value of “Setpoint 1”.
3) Press band cto increase or decrease Setpoint 1
respectively.
Holding b& cbuttons down for approximately 3 seconds will speed up
the rate at which the Setpoint value increments or decrements.
Press b& c
Press d
4) Continue to use band cto enter your 4-digit Setpoint 1
value.
5) Display shows STRD stored message momentarily and then
advance to SP2 only, if a change was made, otherwise press
ato advance to SP2 Setpoint 2 Menu.
SETPOINT 2:
Press d
Press b& c
6) Display shows previous value of “Setpoint 2”.
7) Press band cto increase or decrease Setpoint 2
respectively.
Holding b& cbuttons down for approximately 3 seconds will speed up
the rate at which the Setpoint value increments or decrements.
Press d8) Display shows STRD stored message momentarily and then
advance to CNFG only, if a change was made, otherwise press
ato advance to CNFG Configuration Menu.
Setpoints are used for Deviation only.

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3.2.3 Conguration Menu
Figure 3.2 Flow Chart for Conguration Menu
ENTER CONFIGURATION MENU:
Press a
Press d
Press b& c
1) Press a, if necessary until CNFG prompt appears.
2) Display advances to INPT Input Menu.
3) Press and release ato scroll through all available menus of
Configuration section.
3.2.4 Input Type Menu
Figure 3.3 Flow Chart for Input Type Menu