red lion G303 User manual

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The G303 Operator Interface Terminal combines unique capabilities
normally expected from high-end units with a very affordable price. It is built
around a high performance core with integrated functionality. This core allows
the G303 to perform many of the normal features of the Paradigm range of
Operator Interfaces while improving and adding new features.
The G303 is able to communicate with many different types of hardware using
high-speed RS232/422/485 communications ports and Ethernet 10 Base T/100
Base-TX communications. In addition, the G303 features USB for fast downloads
of configuration files and access to trending and data logging. A CompactFlash
socket is provided so that Flash cards can be used to collect your trending and data
logging information as well as to store larger configuration files.
In addition to accessing and controlling of external resources, the G303
allows a user to easily view and enter information. The unit uses a Liquid
Crystal Display (LCD) module, which is easily readable in both indoor and
outdoor applications. Users can enter data through the front panel 32-button
keypad that has user identifiable keys.
SAFETY SUMMARY
All safety related regulations, local codes and instructions that appear in the
manual or on equipment must be observed to ensure personal safety and to
prevent damage to either the instrument or equipment connected to it. If
equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection
provided by the equipment may be impaired.
Do not use the controller to directly command motors, valves, or other
actuators not equipped with safeguards. To do so can be potentially harmful to
persons or equipment in the event of a fault to the controller.
WARNING - EXPLOSION HAZARD - SUBSTITUTION
OF COMPONENTS MAY IMPAIR SUITABILITY FOR
CLASS I, DIVISION 2 / CLASS II, DIVISION 2 / CLASS III, DIVISION 2
CONTENTS OF PACKAGE
- G303 Operator Interface.
- Panel gasket.
- Two user legendable key sheets.
- Template for panel cutout.
- Hardware packet for mounting unit into panel.
- Terminal Block for connecting power.
ORDERING INFORMATION
1Contact your Red Lion distributor or visit our website for complete
selection.
2Use this part number to purchase Crimson on CD with a printed
manual, USB cable, and RS-232 cable. Otherwise, download from
www.redlion.net.
3Red Lion offers RJ modular jack adapters. Refer to the DR literature for
complete details.
4Battery type is lithium coin type CR2025.
MODEL G303 - GRAPHIC LCD OPERATOR INTERFACE TERMINAL
Bulletin No. G303-H
Drawing No. LP0561
Released 2/05
Tel [phone]
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www.redlion.net
CAUTION: Read complete instructions prior to
installation and operation of the unit.
MODEL NO. DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER
G303 G303S000
G303M000
G3CF
G3xx
256 MB CompactFlash Card
32 MB CompactFlash Card
Optional Communications Cards 1
512 MB CompactFlash Card
64 MB CompactFlash Card G3CF256M
G3CF032M
G3xx0000
G3CF512M
G3CF064M
PSDR7 DIN Rail Power Supply PSDR7000
SFCRM2 Crimson 2.0 2SFCRM200
CBL RS-232 Programming Cable CBLPROG0 USB Cable CBLUSB00
Communications Cables 1CBLxxxxx
DR DIN Rail Mountable Adapter Products 3
Key Strip Paper
Replacement Battery 4DRxxxxxx
LBAFLM02
BAL3R004
CompactFlash is a registered trademark of CompactFlash Association.
!CONFIGURED USING CRIMSON SOFTWARE (VERSION 2.0 OR
LATER)
!UP TO 5 RS-232/422/485 COMMUNICATIONS PORTS
(2 RS-232 AND 1 RS-422/485 ON BOARD, 1 RS-232 AND 1
RS422/485 ON OPTIONAL COMMUNICATIONS CARD)
!10 BASE T/100 BASE-TX ETHERNET PORT TO NETWORK
UNITS AND HOST WEB PAGES
!USB PORT TO DOWNLOAD THE UNIT’S CONFIGURATION
FROM A PC OR FOR DATA TRANSFERS TO A PC
!UNIT’S CONFIGURATION IS STORED IN NON-VOLATILE
MEMORY (4 MBYTE FLASH)
!COMPACTFLASH®SOCKET TO INCREASE MEMORY CAPACITY
!3.2-INCH 128X64 PIXEL LCD WITH YELLOW LED BACKLIGHT,
ABLE TO SUPPORT TEXT AND SIMPLE GRAPHICS
!OUTDOOR UNIT WITH UV RATED OVERLAY AVAILABLE
!32 BUTTON KEYPAD WITH USER IDENTIFIABLE KEYS,
NAVIGATIONAL KEYS, NUMERIC KEYS, KEYS FOR ON-SCREEN
MENUS, AND OTHER VARIOUS KEYS.
!THREE FRONT PANEL LEDS
!POWER UNIT FROM 24 VDC ±20% SUPPLY
Operator Interface for indoor applications only,
textured finish with embossed keys
Operator Interface for indoor or outdoor
applications, glossy finish with UV rated overlay
(keys are not embossed)
FOR USE IN HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS:
Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, and D
Class II, Division 2, Groups F and G
Class III, Division 2
63YN
LABORATORY EQUIPMENT

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CONFIGURING A G303
The G303 is configured using Crimson software. Crimson is available as a
free download from Red Lion’s website, or it can be ordered on CD. Updates to
Crimson for new features and drivers are posted on the website as they become
available. By configuring the G303 using the latest version of Crimson, you are
assured that your unit has the most up to date feature set. Crimson software can
configure the G303 through the RS232 PGM port, USB port, or CompactFlash.
The USB port is connected using a standard USB cable with a Type B connector.
The driver needed to use the USB port will be installed with Crimson.
The RS232 PGM port uses a programming cable made by Red Lion to
connect to the DB9 COM port of your computer. If you choose to make your
own cable, use the “G303 Port Pin Out Diagram” for wiring information.
The CompactFlash can be used to program a G3 by placing a configuration
file and firmware on the CompactFlash card. The card is then inserted into the
target G3 and powered. Refer to the Crimson literature for more information on
the proper names and locations of the files.
CABLES AND DRIVERS
Red Lion has a wide range of cables and drivers for use with many different
communication types. A list of these drivers and cables along with pin outs is
available from Red Lion’s website. New cables and drivers are added on a
regular basis. If making your own cable, refer to the “G303 Port Pin Outs” for
wiring information.
USB, DATA TRANSFERS FROM THE
COMPACTFLASH CARD
In order to transfer data from the CompactFlash card via the USB port, a
driver must be installed on your computer. This driver is installed with Crimson
and is located in the folder C:\Program Files\Red Lion Controls\Crimson
2.0\Device\ after Crimson is installed. This may have already been
accomplished if your G303 was configured using the USB port.
Once the driver is installed, connect the G303 to your PC with a USB cable,
and follow “Mounting the CompactFlash” instructions in the Crimson 2
user manual.
Note that using the USB port for frequent data transfers is not recommended.
For frequent data transfers it is recommended that the Ethernet connection be
used. Through the Ethernet connection a web page can be set up to view logged
data. Refer to the Crimson 2.0 manual for details.
ETHERNET COMMUNICATIONS
Ethernet communications can be established at either 10 BASE-T or 100
BASE-TX. The G303 unit’s RJ45 jack is wired as a NIC (Network Interface
Card). For example, when wiring to a hub or switch use a straight-through cable,
but when connecting to another NIC use a crossover cable.
The Ethernet connector contains two LEDs. A yellow LED in the upper right,
and a bi-color green/amber LED in the upper left. The LEDs represent the
following statuses:
The Crimson manual contains additional information on Ethernet
communications.
RS232 PORTS
The G303 has two RS232 ports. There is the PGM port and the COMMS port.
Although only one of these ports can be used for programming, both ports can
be used for communications with a PLC.
The RS232 PGM port can be used for either master or slave protocols with
any G303 configuration. The RS232 COMMS and RS422/485 COMMS ports
are multiplexed because they share the same hardware. Both COMMS ports can
be used with master protocols. However, when the RS232 COMMS port is used
with a slave protocol, the RS422/485 COMMS port is not available.
Examples of RS232 communications could involve another Red Lion product
or a PC. By using a cable with RJ12 ends on it, and a twist in the cable, RS232
communications with another G3 product or the Modular Controller can be
established. Red Lion part numbers for cables with a twist in them are
CBLPROG0 1, CBLRLC01 2, or CBLRC02 3.
G3 RS232 to a PC
COMMUNICATING WITH THE G303
LED COLOR DESCRIPTION
GREEN
YELLOW solid
10 BASE-T Communications
Link established.
AMBER
YELLOW flashing
100 BASE-TX Communications
Data being transferred.
Connections
G3: RJ12 Name PC: DB9 Name
4COMM 1DCD
5Tx 2Rx
2Rx 3Tx
N/C 4DTR
3COM 5GND
N/C 6DSR
1 CTS 7 RTS
6RTS 8 CTS
N/C 9 RI
1CBLPROG0 can also be used to communicate with either a PC or an ICM5.
2DB9 adapter not included, 1 foot long.
3DB9 adapter not included, 10 feet long.
WARNING - DO NOT CONNECT OR DISCONNECT CABLES
WHILE POWER IS APPLIED UNLESS AREA IS KNOWN TO
BE NON-HAZARDOUS. USB PORT IS FOR SYSTEM
SET-UP AND DIAGNOSTICS AND IS NOT INTENDED FOR
PERMANENT CONNECTION.

RS422/485 COMMS PORT
The G303 has one RS422/485 port. This port can be configured to act as
either RS422 or RS485.
The RS422/485 COMMS and RS232 COMMS ports are multiplexed
because they share the same hardware. Both COMMS ports can be used with
master protocols. However, when the RS422/485 COMMS port is used with a
slave protocol, the RS232 COMMS port is not available.
Note: All Red Lion devices connect A to A and B to B, except for
Paradigm devices. Refer to www.redlion.net for additional information.
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G303 PORT PIN OUTS
Examples of RS485 2-Wire Connections
G3 to Red Lion RJ11 (CBLRLC00)
DLC, IAMS, ITMS, PAXCDC4C
A+4TxA2
B-5TxB1
COM3COM6
TxEN2TxEN5
NameRLC: RJ11NameG3: RJ45
Connections
G3 to Modular Controller (CBLRLC05)
TxA8TxA8
TxB7TxB7
COM6COM6
TxEN5TxEN5
RxA
TxA
3,2
2,3
RxA
TxA
3,2
2,3
RxB4,1RxB4,1
TxB1,4TxB1,4
NameModular ControllerNameG3
Connections
RS422/485 4-WIRE
CONNECTIONS RS485 2-WIRE CONNECTIONS

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SOFTWARE/UNIT OPERATION
FRONT PANEL LEDS
There are three front panel LEDs. Shown below is the default status of
the LEDs.
1. The operator interface is shipped without a configuration. After
downloading a configuration, if the light remains in the flashing state
continuously, try cycling power. If the LED still continues to flash, try
downloading a configuration again.
2. Do not turn off power to the unit while this light is flickering. The unit
writes data in two minute intervals. Later Microsoft operating systems will
not lock the drive unless they need to write data; Windows 98 may lock the
drive any time it is mounted, thereby interfering with logging. Refer to
“Mounting the CompactFlash” in the Crimson 2 User Manual.
CRIMSON SOFTWARE
Crimson software is available as a free download from Red Lion’s website or
it can be purchased on a CD, see “Ordering Information” for part number. The
latest version of the software is always available from the website, and updating
your copy is free.
KEYPAD
The G303 keypad consists of five unique key types. There are eight
legendable keys (refer to “User Legendable Keys” for more information). A five
key navigational keypad area. A twelve key numeric keypad with ± and decimal
point. Three soft keys for on-screen menu selections. And, four keys labeled
ALARMS, MUTE, EXIT, and MENU.
TROUBLESHOOTING YOUR G303
If for any reason you have trouble operating, connecting, or simply have
questions concerning your new G303, contact Red Lion’s technical support. For
contact information, refer to the back page of this bulletin for phone and fax
numbers.
EMAIL: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.redlion.net
DH485 COMMUNICATIONS
The G303’s RS422/485 COMMS port can also be used for Allen Bradley
DH485 communications. When this port is configured to communicate DH485,
the RS232 COMMS port can not be used because the ports share the same
hardware and the G303 multiplexes the ports to communicate via two protocols.
WARNING: DO NOT use a standard DH485 cable to connect this port to Allen
Bradley equipment. A cable and wiring diagram are available from Red Lion.
G3 to AB SLC 500 (CBLAB003)
24V-TxA3, 8
COMM-TxB4, 7
SHIELD4COMM6
TxEN5TxEN5
COMM-RxB4, 7
24V-RxA3, 8
B2TxA2
A1TxB1
NameRJ45: A-BNameRJ45: RLC
Connections
FLICKERING
Incorrectly formatted CompactFlash card present.
FLASHING
SLOWLY
Valid configuration is loaded and there are no alarms present.STEADY
A tag is in an alarm state.FLASHING
CompactFlash card being checked.
GREEN (BOTTOM)
Valid CompactFlash card present.STEADY
No CompactFlash card is present.OFF
FLASHING
RAPIDLY
YELLOW (MIDDLE)
Unit is powered and running an application.STEADY
Unit is in the boot loader, no valid configuration is loaded.1
FLASHING
LED INDICATION
RED (TOP, LABELED “PWR”)
Unit is writing to the CompactFlash, either because it is storing
data, or because the PC connected via the USB port has
locked the drive.2