Omega RD100B User manual

RD100B/RD1800B
Programmable Recorder
Communication Interface
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Foreword
Thank you for purchasing the OMEGA RD100B/RD1800B Recorder.
This user’s manual describes the functions of the Ethernet interface and the RS-422A/
485 communication interface. To ensure correct use, please read this manual
thoroughly before beginning operation.
After reading the manual, keep it in a convenient location for quick reference whenever a
question arises during operation.
The following five manuals, including this one, are provided as manuals for the RD100B/
RD1800B Recorder. Please read all of them.
The figures used in this manual are mostly of the RD100B. If you are using the
RD1800B, refer to the figures for reference.
• Paper Manual
Manual Title Manual No. Description
RD100B Recorder M-4232 Explains the basic operations of the RD100B
Operation Guide recorder.
RD1800B Recorder M-4243 Explains the basic operations of the RD1800B
Operation Guide recorder.
• Electronic Manuals Provided on the Accompanying CD-ROM
Manual Title Manual No. Description
RD100B Recorder M-4231 Explains all the functions and procedures of the
User’s Manual RD100B recorder excluding the communication
functions.
RD1800B Recorder M-4242 Explains all the functions and procedures of the
User’s Manual RD1800B recorder excluding the
communication functions.
RD100B/RD1800B M-4233 This manual. Explains the functions of the
Communication Interface Ethernet interface and the RS-422A/485
User’s Manual communication interface.
Notes
• The contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice as a result of
continuing improvements to the instrument’s performance and functions. The figures
given in this manual may differ from those that actually appear on your screen.
• Every effort has been made in the preparation of this manual to ensure the accuracy
of its contents. However, should you have any questions or find any errors, please
contact OMEGA.
• Copying or reproducing all or any part of the contents of this manual without
permission is strictly prohibited.
• The TCP/IP software of this product and the document concerning the TCP/IP
software have been developed/created based on the BSD Networking Software,
Release 1 that has been licensed from the University of California.
Revisions
• 1st Edition December 2004
• 2nd Edition March 2005
• 3rd Edition August 2005

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respective holders.
Functional Enhancement of the RD100B Recorder
Functions have been added or modified on the RD100B Recorder since system version
1.11. You can check the system version on the system display. For details, see the
RD100B User's Manual (M-4231).
Suffix Code Added or Modified Functions Reference
Section 4.4: SA command
Section 4.4: TD command
Section 4.5: XN command
Section 4.5: YS command
Section 3.2
Section 2.5
(Changed)Expanded the selectable range of alarm values during linear
scaling (including 1-5V and SQRT) to −5% to 105% of the scale.
(Changed)The procedure to set the start/end date and time of Daylight
Saving Time (DST) has been changed. The TD command
can be used on the µR20000 and the RD100B with system
version 1.11. The SS command can be used on the
RD100B with system version 1.02 or earlier.
(Added) The print/display format of the date can be changed.
(Changed)Modbus slave protocol can be used.
Two-wire sstem.
(Changed)Users with the same user name cannot be registered.
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How to Use This Manual
Structure of the Manual
This user’s manual consists of the following sections.
Chapter 1 Overview of the Communication Functions
Gives an overview of the communication functions.
Chapter 2 Using the Ethernet Interface (/C7 Option)
Explains the specifications of the Ethernet interface and how to use the interface.
Chapter 3 Using the RS-422A/485 Communication Interface (/C3 Option)
Explains the specifications of the RS-422A/485 communication interface and how to use the
interface.
Chapter 4 Commands
Explains each command that is available.
Chapter 5 Responses
Explains the responses that the recorder returns and the output format of the setup data and
measured/computed data.
Chapter 6 Status Information
Explains the registers that indicate the recorder statuses.
Appendix
Provides an ASCII character code table, flow charts for outputting data from the recorder,
login procedure, and a list of error messages.
Index
Index of contents.

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Conventions Used in This Manual
• Unit
• k: Denotes 1000. Example: 5 kg, 100 kHz
• K: Denotes 1024. Example: 640 KB
• Note
The following markings are used in this manual.
Improper handling or use can lead to injury to the user or damage
to the instrument.
This symbol appears on the instrument to
indicate that the user must refer to the user’s manual for special
instructions. The same symbol appears in the corresponding place
in the user’s manual to identify those instructions. In the manual,
the symbol is used in conjunction with the word “WARNING” or
“CAUTION.”
WARNING Calls attention to actions or conditions that could cause serious or
fatal injury to the user, and precautions that can be taken to prevent
such occurrences.
CAUTION Calls attentions to actions or conditions that could cause light injury
to the user or damage to the instrument or user’s data, and
precautions that can be taken to prevent such occurrences.
Note
Calls attention to information that is important for proper operation
of the instrument.
• Bold Characters
Bold characters are mainly characters and numbers that appear on the display.
• Subheadings
On pages that describe the operating procedures in Chapter 2 and 3, the following
symbols are used to distinguish the procedures from their explanations.
Explanation This subsection describes the setup parameters and the limitations
on the procedures.
Procedure Follow the numbered steps. All procedures are written with
inexperienced users in mind; depending on the operation, not all
steps need to be taken.
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Names of Parts and Basic Key Operations
Display and Keys
You use the panel keys and the display to configure the communication functions. For a
description of other parts of the recorder, see section 3.1 in the
Recorder User’s Manual .
(The figure below is of the RD100B Recorder.)
Display
Front Rear Panel
Keys
Power
switch
Optional terminal block
RS-422A/485
communication
terminals
Ethernet port
Indicator
Keys
RCD key
Starts/stops recording.
MENU key
Hold this key down for 3 seconds to enter Setting mode. Hold this key down for
3 seconds also to exit from Setting mode.
DISP key
Switches the screen in the main display.
FUNC key
Used when executing manual printout, message printout, etc.
DISP MENU key
Hold this key down for 3 seconds to switch to the data display
setup screen. Hold this key down for 3 seconds also to exit
from the data display setup screen.
FEED key
Feeds the chart paper.
CHARACTER Key: Changes the character type when entering a character. Press
this key while holding down the SHIFT key to switch the character type in reverse
order.
UP/DOWN Key: Switches the setup item or the value.
Press this key while holding down the SHIFT key to switch the setup item
or the value in reverse order.
LEFT/RIGHT Key: Moves the cursor to the right when entering a value
or character. Press this key while holding down the SHIFT key to move
the cursor to the left..
SHIFT Key: Used with the key, key, or the
CHARACTER key.
ENTER Key: Confirms the setup item or value.
CH UP key
Switches the displayed channel.
(when manual switching is specified)
RCD MENU FEED CH UP FUNC MENU DISP
1
CHARACTER ESC/? SHIFT
<During normal operation>
ESC Key: Cancels the operation.
When pressed with the SHIFT key, the display of the comment
on the setting turns ON/OFF.
<While setting functions, when the FUNC key/DISP MENU key is pressed>

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Names of Parts and Basic Key Operations
Basic Key Operations
This section describes basic operations on the front panel keys to change various settings.
• Execution Modes
The recorder has the following execution modes.
• Operation mode: A mode used to perform recording and monitoring.
•
Setting mode : A mode used to set the input range, alarms, chart speed, and other
parameters.
• Basic Setting mode: A mode used to set the basic specifications of functions with
the recording operation stopped.
* In the explanation of commands in (chapter 4), Run mode collectively refers to
Operation mode and Setting mode.
Settings related to communications are configured in Basic Setting mode. You
cannot enter Basic Setting mode while the recorder is recording or while
computation is in progress on the computation function (/M1 option).
• Entering Basic Setting Mode
Hold down the
MENU
key for 3 seconds.
The Setting mode display appears.
Set=Range
Input range and s
The panel keys are set to the functions marked above the keys as shown below.
RCD MENU FEED CH UP FUNC MENU DISP
1
CHARACTER ESC/? SHIFT
Hold down both the (
DISP
) key and the (
FUNC
) key for 3 seconds.
The Basic Setting mode display appears. The top and bottom lines are the setup item
and comment, respectively. The section that is blinking in the setup item that you
change. In this manual, the section that you change appears shaded.
The comment line shows useful information such as a description of the setup item
and the range of selectable values. Read the comment and change the items as
necessary.
The item to be controlled blinks.
Setup item
Comment
Basic=Alarm
Auxiliary alarm
• Selecting the Setup Item and Value
The selected item change each time you press the (
DISP
) key. The selected
item change in reverse order if you press the (
DISP
) while holding down the
SHIFT (
FEED
) key.
Selections
Basic=Ethernet
This manual denotes the operation of pressing a key while holding down the SHIFT
(
FEED
) key as SHIFT + the other key (for example: SHIFT + key).
After you make a selection, press the (
CH UP
) key. The next screen appears.
When the Setting Complete screen appears, the changed item is applied.
Ethernet host
Setting complete
• Using the ESC Key
If you press the ESC (
MENU
1
) key, the operation is cancelled, and the display returns to
a higher level menu. If you do not show the Setting Complete screen, the changes
you made up to that point are discarded.
You can show and hide the comment on the bottom line by pressing the ESC (
MENU
1
)
key while holding down the SHIFT (
FEED
) key.

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• Entering Values
Use the key or SHIFT + key to move the cursor. Use the key or
SHIFT + key to change a digit value. You repeat these steps to enter the value.
SHIFT key + key
key
Target digit
A=000.000.000.000
SHIFT key + key
key
A=000.000.000.000
When you press the key, the change is applied and the next setup item is
displayed.
• Entering Characters
Use the key or SHIFT + key to move the cursor.
Use the CHARACTER key or SHIFT + CHARACTER key to select the character type.
Use the key or SHIFT + key to select a character. You repeat these steps
to set the character string.
Select the character type
CHARACTER key or
SHIFT key + CHARACTER key
Cursor
Host=ABCDefgh2004
CHR:A-Z
The character type changes in the following order: uppercase alphabet, lowercase
alphabet, numbers, and symbols.
key
SHIFT key + key
Host=ABCDefgh2004
CHR:A-Z
When you press the key, the change is applied and the next screen is displayed.
Inserting Characters
Press the CHARACTER key or SHIFT + CHARACTER key to show Ins DISP and
then press the key. A space for one character is inserted. Enter the character.
Deleting a Character
Press the CHARACTER key or SHIFT + CHARACTER key to show Del DISP and
then press the key. The character is deleted.
Deleting an Entire Character String
Press the CHARACTER key or SHIFT + CHARACTER key to show Clear DISP and
then press the key. The entire character string is deleted.
Copying & Pasting a Character String
Show the copy source character string.
Press the CHARACTER key or SHIFT + CHARACTER key to show Copy DISP and
then press the key. The character string is saved to the memory.
Show the copy destination.
Press the CHARACTER key or SHIFT + CHARACTER key to show Paste DISP and
then press the key. The character string is pasted.
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• Exiting from Basic Setting Mode
Press the ESC key several times to return to the Basic= screen.
Press the key or SHIFT + key to select End and then press the key.
The setup save screen appears.
Basic=End
Save Setting
Press the key to select Store and then press the key.
The setting is applied and the Operation mode screen appears.
If you select Abort and press the key, the setting is discarded and the Operation
mode screen appears.
End=Store
Save settings and
Names of Parts and Basic Key Operations