Novus N1040i User manual

NOVUS AUTOMATION 1/7
N1040
i Digital Panel Meter
UNIVERSAL
DIGITAL PANEL METER – USER MANUAL – V2.0x J
SAFETY ALERTS
The symbols below are used on the equipment and throughout this
manual to draw the user´s attention to valuable information related to
the equipment safety and operation.
CAUTION:
Read the manual thoroughly
before installing and operating
the equipment
CAUTION OR DANGER:
Electrical shock hazard
All safety related instructions that appear in the manual must be
observed to ensure personal safety and to prevent damage to either
the instrument or the system. If the instrument is used in a manner not
specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by the
equipment may be impaired.
PRESENTATION
N1040i is a versatile digital panel meter. With a wide list of input types
(thermocouples, thermo-resistance, voltage and current), N1040i can
measure most of the variables and sensors encountered in industrial
processes.
Configuration can be performed either directly on the controller or via
the USB interface once QuickTune software has been installed on
the computer to be used. Once connected to USB, the device will be
recognized as a serial communication (COM) port operating with
Modbus RTU protocol.
Through the USB interface, even if disconnected from the power
supply, the configuration performed in a device can be saved in a file
and repeated in other devices that require the same configuration.
It also features various alarm functions, display offset, configuration
with password protection, serial communication, indication in degrees
Celsius (°C) or Fahrenheit (°F), among others.
FEATURES
SIGNAL INPUT (INPUT)
The input type is defined in the device configuration. Table 1
presents the options available:
TYPE CODE MEASUREMENT RANGE
J
Tc j
Range: -110 to 950 °C (-166 to 1742 °F)
K
Tc k
Range: -150 to 1370 °C (-238 to 2498 °F)
T
Tc t
Range: -160 to 400 °C (-256 to 752 °F)
N
Tc n
Range: -270 to 1300 °C (-454 to 2372 °F)
R
Tc r
Range: -50 to 1760 °C (-58 to 3200 °F)
S
Tc s
Range: -50 to 1760 °C (-58 to 3200 °F)
B
Tc b
Range: 400 to 1800 °C (752 to 3272 °F)
E
Tc e
Range: -90 to 730 °C (-130 to 1346 °F)
Pt100
Pt
Range: -200 to 850 °C (-328 to 1562 °F)
TYPE CODE MEASUREMENT RANGE
0-20 mA
L0.20
Analog Linear Signal
Indication programmable from -1999 to
9999.
4-20 mA
L4.20
0–50 mV
L0.50
0-5 Vdc
L0.5
0-10 Vdc
L0.10
4-20 mA
NON-
LINEAR
Lnj
Non-Linear Analog Signal
Indication range according to the sensor.
Ln k
ln t
ln n
ln r
ln s
ln b
ln E
Ln.Pt
Table 1 –Input types
ALARMS
N1040i can have none, one or two alarms. Each alarm present is
associated to one output with the same name (ALARM1 and ALARM2).
OUTPUT ALARM1: Relay SPDT. Available in the following
terminals: 10, 11 and 12.
OUTPUT ALARM2:Relay SPST-NO. Available in the following
terminals: 13 and 14.
These alarms can be configured for the functions described in Table 2:
off
Alarm off.
lo
Alarm of the absolute minimum
value. It triggers when the PV
value is below the value
defined by the alarm Setpoint
(SPA1 or SPA2).
SPA1
PV
ki
Alarm of the absolute
maximum value. It triggers
when the PV value is above
the value defined by the alarm
Setpoint.
SPA1
PV
dif
Alarm of the differential value. In this function, “
SPA1
”
and “
SPA2
” represent errors (difference) between the PV
and the reference value of
ALrF
.
ALrF
PV
ALrF+SPA1
ALrF–SPA1
ALrF
PV
ALrF – SPA1
ALrF + SPA1
SPA1 positive SPA1 negative
difl
Alarm of the minimum differential value. It triggers when
the PV value is below the point defined by:
ALrF
-
SPA1
(using alarm 1 as an example).
ALrF
PV
ALrF – SPA1
ALrF
PV
ALrF – SPA1
SPA1 positive SPA1 negative

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difk
Alarm of the maximum differential value. It triggers when
the PV value is above the point defined by:
ALrF
+
SPA1
(using alarm 1 as an example).
ALrF
PV
ALrF + SPA1
ALrF
PV
ALrF + SPA1
SPA1 positive SPA1 negative
ierr
Alarms of the Sensor Break. It is activated when the
Input presents problems such as interrupted sensor, bad
connection, etc.
Table 2 –Alarm functions
Note: The figures are also valid for Alarm 2 (SPA2).
Important note: Alarms configured with the ki, dif and dif.k
functions also trigger their associated output when a sensor fault is
identified and signaled by the digital panel meter. A relay output, for
example, configured to function as a High Alarm (ki), will operate
when the SPAL value is exceeded and when the sensor connected
to the digital panel meter input is broken.
ALARM INITIAL BLOCKING
The initial blocking option inhibits the alarm from being recognized
if an alarm condition is present in the process when the digital panel
meter is turned on. The alarm will be enabled only after the
occurrence of no alarm condition.
The initial blocking is useful, for example, when one of the alarms is
configured as a minimum value alarm, which can cause the alarm to
be triggered as soon as the process is started (often undesired
behavior).
The initial blocking is not valid for theierr (Sensor Break) function.
OFFSET
Feature that enables you to make small adjustments to the PV
indication. Allows to correct measurement errors that appear, for
example, when replacing the temperature sensor.
USB INTERFACE
The USB interface is used to CONFIGURE, MONITOR or UPDATE
the controller FIRMWARE. You should use QuickTune software,
which offers features to create, view, save and open settings from
the device or files on the computer. The tool for saving and opening
configurations in files allows you to transfer settings between devices
and perform backup copies.
For specific models, QuickTune allows to update the controller
firmware (internal software) via the USB interface.
For MONITORING purposes, you can use any supervisory software
(SCADA) or laboratory software that supports the MODBUS RTU
communication over a serial communication port. When connected to
a computer USB, the controller is recognized as a conventional serial
port (COM x).
You must use QuickTune software or consult the DEVICE
MANAGER on the Windows Control Panel to identify the COM port
assigned to the controller.
You should consult the mapping of the MODBUS memory in the
controller communication manual and the documentation of the
supervision software to start the MONITORING process.
Follow the procedure below to use the USB communication of the
device:
1. Download QuickTune software from our website and install it on
the computer. The USB drivers necessary for operating the
communication will be installed with the software.
2. Connect the USB cable between the device and the computer.
The controller does not have to be connected to a power supply.
The USB will provide enough power to operate the
communication (other device functions may not operate).
3. Run QuickTune software, configure the communication and
start the device recognition.
The USB interface IS NOT ISOLATED
from the
signal input (PV) or the digital inputs and outputs. It is
intended for temporary use during CONFIGURATION
and MONITORING periods.
For the safety of people and devices, it must only be
used when the device is completely disconnected
from the input/output signals.
Using the USB in any other type of connection is
possible but requires a careful analysis by the person
responsible for installing it.
When MONITORING for prolonged periods and with
connected inputs and outputs, it is recommended to
use
the RS485 interface, which is available or
optional in most of NOVUS products.
PV RETRANSMISSION
The digital panel meter may include an analog output which performs
the retransmission of the values of PV into a signal of 0-20 mA or 4-
20 mA. The analog retransmission can be scaled, i.e., there are
minimum and maximum limits to establish the retransmission range,
defined in the rtLL and rtkL parameters.
The analog output is available on terminals 13 and 14 for models
N1040i-RA and N1040i-RA-485.
To obtain retransmission in electrical voltage, you must install a
shunt resistor (500 Ω max.) across the analog output terminals. This
resistor value depends on the desired voltage range.
The analog retransmission output is not electrically isolated from the
RS485 serial communication.
24 Vdc AUXILIARY VOLTAGE SOURCE
Another feature that may be available in the digital panel meter is an
auxiliary power supply for exciting field transmitters (two-wire 4-20
mA transmitters).
The 24 Vdc output is on terminals 13 and 14 for models N1040i-RE
and N1040i-RE-485.
The 24 V auxiliary power supply is not electrically isolated from the
RS485 serial communication.
INSTALLATION / CONNECTIONS
The digital panel meter shall be fastened on a panel, following the
sequence of steps described below:
•Make a 46 x 46 mm cutout in the panel.
•Remove the mounting clip from the digital panel meter.
•Insert the digital panel meter.in the cutout from the front of the
panel.
•Replace the clip on the digital panel meter, pressing until you get
a tight hold.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
Figure 1 shows the layout of the features on the rear panel of the
digital panel meter:
Figure 1 –Inputs connections and power supply

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In models with two alarms and serial communication, the connections
are:
Figure 2 –Alarms and serial communication connections
In models with one alarm, PV retransmission and serial
communication, the connections are:
Figure 3 –Alarm, retransmission, and serial communication connections
In models with one alarm, 24 Vdc auxiliary voltage source and
communication, the connections are:
Figure 4 –Alarm, auxiliary source, and communication connections
A typical application of the auxiliary voltage source is to supply loop
power for field transmitters (2-wire 4-20 mA). Figure 5 shows the
wiring for this application:
Figure 5 –Example for the use of the digital panel meter auxiliary voltage
source
INSTALLATION RECOMMENDATIONS
•Input signal conductors should run through the plant separately
from output and supply conductors. If possible, in grounded
conduits.
•The power supply for the electronic instruments must come from
a network suitable for the instrumentation.
•It is recommended to use RC FILTERS (noise suppressor) in
contactor coils, solenoids, etc.
•In control applications, it is essential to consider what can
happen when any part of the system fails. The internal devices of
the digital panel meter do not guarantee full protection.
OPERATION
The front panel can be seen in Figure 6:
Figure 6 –Identification of the front panel parts
Display: Shows the measured value, the configuration parameters
symbols, and their respective values/conditions.
A1 and A2 Indicators: Shows the occurrence of an alarm condition.
P
Key: Key used to advance cycles and parameters during
configuration.
Increment key and Decrement key: Keys used to change
parameter values.
Key: Key used to retrocede to the previous displayed parameter
during configuration.
START-UP
When powered up, the digital panel meter shows for the first 3
seconds the number of the present software version, then starts
showing in the upper display the value of the process variable (PV).
This is the Indication Screen.
Before the digital panel meter is ready to be used, it requires some
basic configuration, consisting of assigning values to the parameters
according to the desired behavior. You shall understand the
importance of each parameter and determine a valid condition or a
valid value for each one of them.
The configuration parameters are grouped in parameters cycles
according to their functionalities. The 4 parameters cycles are:
1 – Operation
2 – Alarms
3 – Input
4 – Calibration
The
P
key provides the access to the cycles and to the parameters
of these cycles.
When keeping the
P
key pressed, the digital panel meter jumps
from one level to another at every 2 seconds, presenting the first
parameter of each cycle:
PV >> fva1 >> type >> pass >> PV …
To enter a particular cycle, simply release the
P
key when the first
parameter in that cycle is displayed.
To walk through the parameters in a cycle, press the
P
key with
short strokes. To go back to the previous parameters, use the
key.
Each parameter symbol is shown on the upper display while its
respective value/condition is shown on the lower display.
Depending on the parameter protection adopted, the PASS
parameter precedes the first parameter in the cycle where the
protection is active. See CONFIGURATION PROTECTION section.

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PARAMETERS DESCRIPTION
OPERATION CYCLE
PV PV display indication.
The value of the measured
variable (PV) is shown on the upper display (red).
Sp.a1
Sp.a2
Setpoint
Alarm
Alarm SP. Value that defines the alarm activation
point. For the alarms set up with the Differential type,
these parameters
define the maximum differences
accepted between PV and a reference value defined in
the
ALrF
parameter.
For the
ierr
alarm function, this parameter
is not
used.
Parameters are shown in this cycle only when enabled
in the
sp1.E
and
sp2.E
parameters.
ALARMS CYCLE
Fva1
Fva2
Function
Alarm
Alarm functions. It defines the alarm function among
the options in Table 2.
al.rf
Alarm
Reference
Reference value used by alarms with differential
function, minimum differential,
or maximum
differential.
Sp.a1
Sp.a2
Setpoint
Alarm
Alarm SP. Value that defines the activation point of the
alarm outputs.
For the alarms programmed with the Differential type,
these parameters represent the deviations.
For the
ierr
alarm function, this parameter has no
function.
Sp1.e
sp2.e
SP Enable
It allows the device to display SPA1 and SPA2
parameters also in the Operation Cycle.
YES
Shows SPA1/SPA2 parameters
in the
Operation Cycle.
NO
DOES NOT show SPA1/SPA2 parameters in
the Operation Cycle.
bla1
bla2
Blocking
Alarm
Alarm Initial Blocking.
YES
Enables the initial blocking.
NO
Inhibits the initial blocking.
xya1
xya2
Hysteresis of
Alarm
Alarm hysteresis. It defines the difference between the
value of PV at which the alarm is triggered and the
value at which it is turned off.
flsh
Flash
It allows the device to signal an alarm condition
occurrence by flashing the PV indication on the
indication display.
YES
Enables alarm signalization by flashing PV.
NO
Does not enable alarm signalization by flashing
PV.
INPUT CYCLE
Type
Type
Input type. Selection of the input
type used by the
digital panel meter. Refer to Table 1.
fltr
Filter
Digital input filter.
Used to improve the measured
signal (PV) stability.
Adjustable between 0 and 20. At 0 (zero), it means
filter turned off. At 20, it means maximum filter. The
higher the filter value, the slower is the response of
the measured value.
Dp.po
Decimal Point
It determines the position of the decimal point on the
display.
vnit
Unit
It defines the temperature unit to be used:
(
Indication in Celsius.
f
indication in Fahrenheit.
0ffs
Offset
Parameter that allows you to make corrections in the
PV value indicated.
inll
Input Low
Limit
It defines the lower value of the indication range when
using the following input types: 0-20 mA, 4-20 mA, 0-
50 mV, 0-5 V, and 0-10 V.
inxl
input High
Limit
It defines the upper value of the indication range when
using the following input types: 0-20 mA, 4-20 mA, 0-
50 mV, 0-5 V, and 0-10 V.
Retr
Retransmissi-
on
It allows you to define the PV retransmission mode.
P020
Determines retransmission in 0-20 mA.
P420
Determines retransmission in 4-20 mA.
Parameter showed when there is retransmission of
PV available on the digital panel meter.
Rtll
Retransmissi-
on Low Limit
It defines the lower limit of the PV retransmission
range. Parameter displayed when PV retransmission
is available.
Rtkl
Retransmissi-
on High Limit
It defines the upper limit of the PV retransmission.
Parameter displayed when PV retransmission is
available.
bavd
Baud Rate
Serial communication Baud Rate. In kbps.
1.2, 2.4, 4.8, 9.6, 19.2, 38.4, 57.6 and 115.2
prty
Parity
Serial communication parity.
none
Without parity
Even
Even parity
0dd
Odd parity
Addr
Address
Communication address. A number
between 1 and
247 that identifies the digital panel meter in the serial
communication network.
CALIBRATION CYCLE
All input types are calibrated at the factory. If it is necessary to
recalibrate the device, the process must be performed by a
specialized professional. If this cycle is accessed by accident,
do not change its parameters.
pass
Password.Allows you to enter the access password.
This parameter is presented before the protected
cycles. See CONFIGURATION PROTECTION section.
(alib
Calibration.Allows you to calibrate the
digital panel
meter. When the calibration is not enabled, the related
parameters are hidden.
inL(
Input Low Calibration
.
Indication of the low scale
calibration signal applied to the input.
ink(
Input High Calibration
.
Indication of the full-scale
calibration signal applied to the input.
ovL(
Output Low Calibration.
Enter the analog value as
measured at the analog output.
ovk(
Input High Calibration.
Enter the analog value as
measured at the analog output.
rstr
Restore.Allows you to restore the input factory
calibration, disregarding any modifications.
(j
Cold Junction.Cold junction temperature.
Pas.(
Password Change. Allows you to define a new access
password, always different from zero.
Prot
Protection. Allows you to define a protection level. See
Table 3.
Freq
Frequency.Frequency of the local electrical network.

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CONFIGURATION PROTECTION
The digital panel meter allows protecting the configuration made by
the user, preventing undue changes.
In the Calibration level, the Protection (PROt) parameter
determines the protection level to be adopted, limiting access to the
cycles, according to the table below:
PROTECTION
LEVEL PROTECTED LEVELS
1 Only the Calibration cycle is protected.
2 Input and Calibration cycles are protected.
3 Alarms, Input, and Calibration cycles are
protected.
Table 3 –Protection levels
ACCESS PASSWORD
When accessed, the protected cycles request the Access
Password, which, if entered correctly, allows changing the
parameter settings of these cycles. The password must be entered in
the PASS parameter, shown in the first of the protected cycles.
Without the password, it is only possible to view the parameters of
the protected cycles.
You set the password in the Password Change (PAS.() parameter,
present in the Calibration cycle. The device leaves the factory with
the password set to 1111.
PASSWORD PROTECTION
The digital panel meter has a security system that helps prevent the
entry of numerous passwords in an attempt to find the correct one.
Once 5 consecutive invalid passwords are identified, the digital panel
meter stops accepting passwords for 10 minutes.
MASTER PASSWORD
If you forget the password, you can use the Master Password
feature. When entered, this password allows you to change ONLY
the Password Change (PAS() parameter, which allows you to set a
new password for the digital panel meter.
The master password is composed of the last three digits of the
serial number plus the number 9000.
As an example, the master password for a device with serial number
07154321 is 9321.
You can get the serial number of the digital panel meter by pressing
the
key for 5 seconds.
MAINTENANCE
PROBLEMS WITH THE DIGITAL PANEL METER
Connection errors and inadequate programming are the most
common problems encountered during the digital panel meter
operation. A final revision can avoid loss of time and damages.
The digital panel meter displays some messages to help you identify
problems:
MESSAGE PROBLEM DESCRIPTION
----
Open input. Without sensor or signal.
Err1
Err6
Connection and/ or configuration problems. Check
the wiring and the configuration.
Other error messages imply internal damage that requires the
equipment to be sent for maintenance. In this case, you must inform
the device serial number, which you can get by pressing the
key
for more than 3 seconds.
INPUT CALIBRATION
All input types leave the factory already calibrated. Recalibration is
not recommended for inexperienced operators. If it is necessary to
recalibrate any scale, proceed as follows:
1. Configure the input type to be calibrated.
2. Configure the lower and upper indication limits for the maximum
span of the input type.
3. Apply to the input a signal corresponding to a known indication
and just above the lower indication limit.
4. Access the inL( parameter. Use the and keys to adjust
the display. Then press the
P
key.
5. Apply to the input a signal corresponding to a known indication
and just below the upper indication limit.
6. Access the ink( parameter. Use the and keys to adjust
the display. Then press the
P
key.
Note: When checking the digital panel meter calibration with a Pt100
simulator, pay attention to the simulator minimum excitation current
requirement, which may not be compatible with the 0.170 mA
excitation current provided by the digital panel meter.
ANALOG OUTPUT CALIBRATION
1. Configure the retransmission type (retr = p.0.20 ).
2. Use a milliamp meter on terminals 13 and 14.
3. Enter the Calibration Cycle.
4. Access ovl( parameter. Press and keys.
5. Read the current indicated on the milliampere meter and, using
the
and keys, display it on the ovLC screen.
6. Access ovk(parameter. Press and keys.
7. Read the current indicated on the milliampere meter and, using
the
and keys, display it in the screen ovkC.
8. Using or Keys, set ovkC parameter to the same value
read in the milliamp meter.
9. Exit the Calibration Cycle.

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SPECIFICATIONS
DIMENSIONS:............................................................48 x 48 x 80 mm
Approximate weight: ............................................................... 75 g
POWER SUPPLY:.....................100 to 240 Vac/dc (±10 %), 50/60 Hz
Optional 24 V ......................12 a 24 Vdc / 24 Vac (-10 % / +20 %)
Maximum consumption:......................................................... 6 VA
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
Operation temperature: ................................................ 0 to 50 °C
Relative humidity: ................................................... 80 % @ 30 °C
For temperatures above 30 °C, reduce 3 % per °C
Indoor use; Installation Category II, Pollution Degree 2; altitude <
2000 meters
INPUT................................................................According to Table 01
Internal Resolution:...................................... 32767 levels (15 bits)
Display Resolution:................................................0.1 / 1 (°C / °F)
Input reading rate: ......................................... up to 55 per second
Accuracy @ 25 °C:...... J, K, T, E: 0.25 % of the span ±1 °C / °F
.................................... N, R, S, B: 0.25 % of the span ±3 °C / °F
................................................................Pt100: 0.2 % of the span
.....................4-20 mA, 0-50 mV, 0-5 V, 0-10 V: 0.2 % of the span
Input impedance: ........ Pt100, thermocouples, 0-50 mV: > 10 MΩ
................................................................. 0-5 V, 0-10 V: > 500 kΩ
..............................................................................4-20 mA: 100 Ω
Pt100 measuring: .................................. 3-wire type, (α=0.00385)
With compensation of the cable length, max 50 meters,
excitation current of 0.170 mA.
OUTPUT ALARM1:.....................Relay SPDT; 240 Vac / 30 Vdc / 3 A
OUTPUT ALARM2:........... Relay SPST-NA; 240 Vac / 30 Vdc / 1,5 A
PV RETRANSMISSION: ......................................................................
..................................0-20 mA / 4-20 mA / 500 Ωmax. / 12.000 levels
24 Vdc SOURCE:..................................24 Vdc (±10 %) / 20 mA max.
HOUSING:........................................... Polycarbonate (PC) UL94 V-2
BACK PANEL: .......................................................ABS+PC UL94 V-0
ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY:............... EN 61326-1:1997
and EN 61326-1/A1:1998
SAFETY: .......................... EN61010-1:1993 and EN61010-1/A2:1995
ADEQUATE CONNECTIONS FOR TERMINALS OF THE CLAMP
TYPE.
START-UP OPERATION: after 3 seconds connected to the power
supply.
CERTIFICATIONS: CE, UKCA and UL.
IDENTIFICATION
N1040i -
A -
B -
C
A: Outputs Features
RR 2 relays available (ALARM1 / ALARM2).
RA 1 relay and one analog output 0-20 / 4-20 mA.
RE 1 relay and one auxiliary 24 Vdc voltage source.
B: Digital Communication
485 RS485 available.
C: Power Supply Features (POWER)
Blank 100 a 240 Vac/dc.
24V 12 a 24 Vdc / 24 Vac.
WARRANTY
Warranty conditions are available on our website
www.novusautomation.com/warranty.

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APPENDIX 1 − SERIAL COMMUNICATION
The digital panel meter may be supplied with an asynchronous serial
communication RS-485 interface, with a master-slave connection for
communication with a host computer (master). The digital panel
meter is always the slave. The communication is always initiated by
the master, which sends a command to the slave address with which
to communicate. The addressed slave recognizes the command and
sends a response to the master. The digital panel meter also accepts
broadcast commands.
FEATURES
•Signals compatible with RS-485 standard. MODBUS (RTU)
Protocol. Two wire connection between 1 master and up to 31
(addressing up to 247 possible) instruments in bus topology.
•Communication signals are electrically isolated from the INPUT
and POWER terminals. Not isolated from the retransmission
circuit and the auxiliary voltage source when available.
•Maximum connection distance: 1000 meters.
•Time of disconnection for the digital panel meter: Maximum 2 ms
after last byte.
•Programmable baud rate: 1200 to 115200 bps.
•Data Bits: 8
•Parity: Even, Odd or None
•Stop bits: 1
•Time at the beginning of response transmission: maximum 100 ms
after receiving the command.
The RS-485 signals are:
D1
D
D +
B
Bidirectional data line Terminal 15
D0
D -
A
Inverted bidirectional data line
Terminal 16
C
Optional connection that
improves the performance of the
communication.
Terminal 17
GND
CONFIGURATION OF SERIAL COMMUNICATION PARAMETERS
Three parameters must be configured in the device for serial
communication:
bavd: Communication speed.
Prty: Communication parity.
addr: Communication address for the digital panel meter.