RKC INSTRUMENT THV-10 User manual

Single-phase Thyristor Unit
20 A/30 A/45
A/
60 A/80 A/100 A
THV
-
10
Host Communication
Instruction Manual
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RKC INSTRUMENT INC.
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NOTICE
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process control, computer technology and communications.
The figures, diagrams and numeric values used in this manual are only for explanation
purpose.
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instrument, instrument failure or indirect damage.
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made by imitating this instrument.
Periodic maintenance is required for safe and proper operation of this instrument. Some
components have a limited service life, or characteristics that change over time.
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this manual is subject to change without prior notice.
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: Warning (Instrument display)
This symbol is attached to parts that require care when handling this product in order to protect
the operator. Carefully read the cautions in this manual before using the instrument.
: High temperature caution (Instrument display)
Do not touch the heat radiation fin while the power is turned on or just after the power is
turned off as it may be at high temperatures. If touched, burning may result.
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Thank you for purchasing this RKC product. In order to achieve maximum
performance and ensure proper operation of the instrument, carefully read all
the instructions in this manual. Please place the manual in a convenient
location for easy reference.

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Safety Precautions
Pictorial Symbols (safety symbols)
Various pictorial symbols are used in this manual to ensure safe use of the product, to protect
you and other people from harm, and to prevent damage to property. The symbols are
described below.
Be sure you thoroughly understand the meaning of the symbols before reading this manual.
: This mark indicates precautions that must be
taken if there is danger of electric shock, fire,
etc., which could result in loss of life or injury.
: This mark indicates that if these precautions
and operating procedures are not taken,
damage to the instrument may result.
:This mark indicates that all precautions
should be taken for safe usage.
: This mark indicates that all precautions
should be taken to avoid fire.
: This mark indicates that all precautions
should be taken to avoid electric shock.
To prevent injury to persons, damage to the instrument and the equipment, a
suitable external protection device shall be required.
All wiring must be completed before power is turned on to prevent
electric shock, fire or damage to the instrument and the equipment.
This instrument must be used in accordance with the specifications to
prevent fire or damage to the instrument and the equipment.
This instrument is not intended for use in locations subject to flammable
or explosive gases.
Do not touch high-voltage connections such as power supply terminals,
etc. to avoid electric shock.
When the withstand voltage test or each test is performed, please contact RKC
sales office or the agent. If you make a mistake in the test method, the
instrument failure may result.
RKC is not responsible if this instrument is repaired, modified or
disassembled by other than factory-approved personnel.
Malfunction may occur and warranty is void under these conditions.

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Prevent metal fragments or lead wire scraps from falling inside
instrument case to avoid electric shock, fire or malfunction.
Tighten each terminal screw to the specified torque found in
the manual to avoid electric shock, fire or malfunction.
This product is intended for use with industrial machines, test and measuring equipment.
(It is not designed for use with medical equipment and nuclear energy plant.)
This is a Class A instrument. In a domestic environment, this instrument may cause radio
interference, in which case the user may be required to take additional measures.
Be sure to provide an appropriate surge control circuit respectively for the following:
- If input/output or signal lines within the building are longer than 30 meters.
- If input/output or signal lines leave the building, regardless the length.
This instrument is designed for installation in an enclosed control panel. All high-voltage
connections such as power supply terminals must be enclosed in the control panel to avoid
electric shock to operating personnel.
All precautions described in this manual should be taken to avoid damage to the instrument
or equipment.
If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection
provided by the equipment may be impaired.
All wiring must be in accordance with local codes and regulations.
Always use this product at the rated power supply voltage, load current and power frequency.
To prevent instrument damage as a result of failure, protect the power line and the
input/output lines from high currents with a suitable overcurrent protection device with
adequate breaking capacity such as a fuse, circuit breaker, etc.
If this product is used for phase control, higher harmonic noise may be generated. Therefore
in this case, take such measures as separating the power line from the high-voltage line for
load drive.
For proper operation of this instrument, provide adequate ventilation for heat dissipation.
Do not connect wires to unused terminals as this will interfere with proper operation of the
instrument.
Turn off the power supply before cleaning the instrument.
Do not use a volatile solvent such as paint thinner to clean the instrument. Deformation or
discoloration may occur. Use a soft, dry cloth to remove stains from the instrument.
To avoid damage to the instrument display, do not rub with an abrasive material or push the
front panel with a hard object.
When disposing of each part used for this instrument, always follows the procedure for
disposing of industrial wastes stipulated by the respective local community.
For Proper Disposal

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Symbols
Pictorial Symbols (safety symbols)
: This mark indicates important information on installation, handling
and operating procedures.
: This mark indicates supplemental information on installation,
handling and operating procedures.
: This mark indicates where additional information may be located.
Character Symbols
7-segment character
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Minus Period
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 - .
A B (b) C c D (d) E F G H I J K
A b C c D E F G H I J K
L M N (n) O (o) P Q R S T t U u
L M n o P Q R S T t U u
V W X Y Z
Degree ／Prime ＊
(Asterisk)
V W X Y Z @ ` Š
8.8.
8.8.
Dim lighting
Bright lighting

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Document Configuration
There are four manuals pertaining to this product. Please be sure to read all manuals specific to
your application requirements.
The following manuals can be downloaded from the official RKC website:
https://www.rkcinst.co.jp/english/download-center/
Manual Manual
Number Remarks
20 A/30 A/45 A/ 60 A/ 80 A/100 A
THV-10 Installation Manual
IMR02W01-EThis manual is enclosed with instrument.
This manual explains the mounting and wiring.
20 A/30 A/45 A/ 60 A/ 80 A/100 A
THV-10 Quick Operation Manual
IMR02W04-EThis manual is enclosed with instrument.
This manual explains the basic key operation,
mode menu, and data setting.
20 A/30 A/45 A/ 60 A/ 80 A/100 A
THV-10 Instruction Manual
IMR02W05-EThis manual describes installation, wiring,
operation of each function, and
troubleshooting.
20 A/30 A/45 A/ 60 A/ 80 A/100 A
THV-10 Host Communication
Instruction Manual
IMR02W06-E1 This manual you are reading now.
This manual explains RKC communication
protocol (ANSI X3.28-1976) and Modbus
relating to communication parameters setting.
Read this manual carefully before operating the instrument. Please place the manual
in a convenient location for easy reference.

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About This Manual
This manual consists of 8 chapters and an appendix. If you are looking for topics concerning
the host communication, you may be able to find one in the following table.
What do you want to do? See the following section for
more details
□I want to know the features of the host communication 1. OUTLINE
□I want to know how to connect to the host computer 2. WIRING
□I want to know how to connect to the loader communication device 2. WIRING
□I want to know how to set up the communication parameters 3. PARAMETER SETTING
□I want to know the content of RKC communication protocol 4. RKC COMMUNICATION
PROTOCOL
□I want to know the content of Modbus protocol 5. MODBUS PROTOCOL
□I want to know how to read the table 6. COMMUNICATION DATA
LIST
□I want to check RKC communication data identifier, data attribute,
data range and factory set values
6. COMMUNICATION DATA
LIST
□I want to check Modbus data register address, data attribute, data
range and factory set values
6. COMMUNICATION DATA
LIST
□I want to know how to cope with errors 7. TROUBLESHOOTING
□I want to know the specification of the host communication 8. SPECIFICATIONS
□I want to see the table of ASCII/JIS 7-bit code A. APPENDIX

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Contents
Page
NOTICE
Safety Precautions ............................................................................................................................... i-1
Pictorial Symbols (safety symbols).............................................................................................. i-1
WARNING ....................................................................................................................................... i-1
CAUTION ........................................................................................................................................ i-2
For Proper Disposal.............................................................................................................................. i-2
Symbols................................................................................................................................................ i-3
Pictorial Symbols (safety symbols).............................................................................................. i-3
Character Symbols ...................................................................................................................... i-3
Document Configuration....................................................................................................................... i-4
About This Manual................................................................................................................................ i-5
1. OUTLINE............................................................................1-1
Chapter 1 describes the host communication of THV-10.
2. WIRING ..............................................................................2-1
Chapter 2 describes how to connect to the host computer.
2.1 Wiring Cautions............................................................................................2-2
2.2 Wiring for Host Communication....................................................................2-3
Pin number and signal details.......................................................................................... 2-3
Connection to the RS-485 port of the host computer (master)........................................ 2-4
Connection to the RS-232C port of the host computer (master) ..................................... 2-5
Connection to the USB of the host computer (master) .................................................... 2-6
2.3 Connections for Loader Communication ......................................................2-7
Position of loader communication connector ................................................................... 2-7
Wiring method .................................................................................................................. 2-7
3. PARAMETER SETTING ....................................................3-1
Chapter 3 describes how to set up parameters necessary for the host communication.
3.1 Setting the Communication Parameter ........................................................3-2
3.1.1 Description of each parameter....................................................................................... 3-2
3.1.2 Setting procedure........................................................................................................... 3-4
3.2 Communication Requirements .....................................................................3-6
Processing times during data send/receive ..................................................................... 3-6
RS-485 (2-wire system) send/receive timing (RKC communication)............................... 3-7
Fail-safe ........................................................................................................................... 3-7

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4. RKC COMMUNICATION PROTOCOL..............................4-1
Chapter 4 describes the RKC communication protocol.
4.1 Polling ..........................................................................................................4-2
4.1.1 Polling procedures ......................................................................................................... 4-3
4.1.2 Polling procedure example (when the host computer requests data) ........................... 4-6
4.2 Selecting ......................................................................................................4-7
4.2.1 Selecting procedures ..................................................................................................... 4-7
4.2.2 Selecting procedure example (when the host computer sends the set values) .......... 4-10
5. MODBUS PROTOCOL ......................................................5-1
Chapter 5 describes the Modbus protocol.
5.1 Message Format ..........................................................................................5-2
5.2 Function Code..............................................................................................5-3
5.3 Communication Mode ..................................................................................5-3
5.4 Slave Responses..........................................................................................5-4
5.5 Calculating CRC-16 .....................................................................................5-5
5.6 Register Read and Write ..............................................................................5-8
Read holding registers [03H] ........................................................................................... 5-8
Preset single register [06H].............................................................................................. 5-9
Diagnostics (Loopback test) [08H] ................................................................................. 5-10
Preset multiple registers (Write multiple registers) [10H]............................................... 5-11
5.7 Caution for Handling Communication Data ................................................5-12
6. COMMUNICATION DATA LIST ........................................6-1
Chapter 6 describes the communication data.
6.1 How to Read the Table ................................................................................6-2
6.2 THV-10 Communication Data [RKC Communication/Modbus] ....................6-4
7. TROUBLESHOOTING.......................................................7-1
Chapter 7 describes how to cope with errors during the communication.
7.1 RKC Communication....................................................................................7-3
7.2 Modbus ........................................................................................................7-4

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8. SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................8-1
Chapter 8 describes the specification of the host communication.
8.1 RKC Communication....................................................................................8-2
8.2 Modbus ........................................................................................................8-3
8.3 Loader Communication ................................................................................8-4
A. APPENDIX........................................................................ A-1
A.1 ASCII 7-Bit Code Table............................................................................... A-2

OUTLINE
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This chapter describes the host communication of THV-10.

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The communication function makes it possible to monitor and set the data of THV-10 from a host computer.
The THV-10 interfaces with the host computer via Modbus or RKC communication (ANSI X3.28-1976
subcategories 2.5 and A4) protocols. Communication function is available only when optional
communication function has been specified by model code at the time of ordering.
In addition, the THV-10 is equipped standard with a loader communication connector. Therefore, loader
communication is possible. For reference purposes, the Modbus protocol identifies the host computer as
master, the THV-10 as slave.
 Host communication (RKC communication, Modbus) [Optional]
Communication interface: RS-485
Multi-drop connection
One host computer (master) can communicate with up to 31 THV-10s.
 Loader Communication
Loader communication allows THV-10 data to be set from a personal computer.
By saving the data that was set using our “Communication Tool PROTEM2” to a computer, the data can
be transferred to other THV-10, allowing setup to be accomplished much more quickly than when the
data is set in each THV-10 using the front panel keys.
RKC USB communication converter COM-K2-1 (sold separately) is required for the loader
communication.
The Loader communication is only for parameter setup. Not used for data logging during
operation.
Loader communication can be used on a THV-10 even when the Communication function
(optional) is not installed.
The loader communication supports the RKC communication protocol (Based on ANSI
X3.28-1976 subcategories 2.5 and A4).
Personal computer THV-10
Maximum connections: 1 instruments
USB communication
converter
COM-K2-1
Host computer (master)
RKC communication or Modbus [Communication interface: RS-485]
THV-10 (slave) maximum connections: Up to 31 instruments

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Communication Tool PROTEM2
PROTEM2 is an integrated configuration support software to manage parameter setting and measured
values of our controllers (including THV-10).
The PROTEM2 can be downloaded from the official RKC website.
https://www.rkcinst.co.jp/english/download-center/
Check our website for more details and operating environment of the PROTEM2.
PROTEM2 can be used with RKC communication protocol and Modbus protocol.
PROTEM2 can also be used for loader communication and a host communication.

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WIRING
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This chapter describes how to connect to the host computer.
2.1 Wiring Cautions................................................................................ 2-2
2.2 Wiring for Host Communication ....................................................... 2-3
Pin number and signal details................................................................ 2-3
Connection to the RS-485 port of the host computer (master) .............. 2-4
Connection to the RS-232C port of the host computer (master)............ 2-5
Connection to the USB of the host computer (master) .......................... 2-6
2.3 Connections for Loader Communication.......................................... 2-7
Position of loader communication connector ......................................... 2-7
Wiring method........................................................................................ 2-7

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2.1 Wiring Cautions
Connect the connectors to the correct position and in the correct orientation. If you forcibly push in the
connector incorrectly, the pins may bend and cause a malfunction.
Connect and disconnect the connectors in parallel. If you move the connectors excessively
up/down/left/right when connecting or disconnecting, the pins may bend and cause a malfunction.
When you disconnect the connectors, hold the connector part. Disconnecting the connectors by pulling the
cable may cause a malfunction.
To prevent malfunction, never touch the contact section of a connector with bare hands or with hands
soiled with oil or the like.
To prevent malfunction, connect the cables with connectors securely. If the connector has a fixing screw,
fix it firmly with the screw.
To prevent damage to cables, do not bend cables over with excessive force.
If the area is susceptible to noise, attach ferrite cores to both ends of the communication connection cable.
Install the ferrite cores as close to the connectors as possible.
To prevent electric shock and instrument failure, do not turn on the power until all
wiring is completed. Make sure that the wiring is correct before applying power to
the instrument.
To prevent electric shock or instrument failure, turn off the power of the instrument
and peripheral equipment before connecting or disconnecting.
To prevent electric shock or instrument failure, never touch any section other than
those instructed in this manual.

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2.2 Wiring for Host Communication
Host communication is used for a connection to a host computer via RS-485.
 Pin number and signal details
RS-485
Pin number Symbol Signal name
1 SG Signal ground
2 SG Signal ground
3 T/R (A) Send data/Receive data
4 T/R (A) Send data/Receive data
5 T/R (B) Send data/Receive data
6 T/R (B) Send data/Receive data
Pin numbers 1 and 2, pin numbers 3 and 4, and pin numbers 5
and 6 are connected internally.
Communication connector [CN4] (Optional)
 Socket side connector: PTSM 0,5/ 6-HV-2,5-SMD WH R44 (manufactured by Phoenix Contact)
 Plug side connector: PTSM 0,5/ 6-P-2,5 WH (manufactured by Phoenix Contact)
(20A/30A type) (45A/60A type) (80A/100A type)
 Socket side connector
1
6
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1
6
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 Plug side connector

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Connection to the RS-485 port of the host computer (master)
Wiring example
Pin numbers 1 and 2, 3 and 4, and 5 and 6 of the communication connector are connected
internally.
Make sure that pin numbers 2, 4, and 6 do not come into contact with other signal wires.
The communication cable and termination resistor(s) must be provided by the customer.
Maximum connections: Up to 31 instruments
Host computer (master)
RS-485 Paired wire
Shielded twisted
pair wire
THV-10 (slave)
*R T/R (B)
T/R (A)
SG
()
()



1
T/R (A)
SG 2
3
SG
()
() 4
T/R (B)
T/R (B) 5
6
T/R (A)
THV-10 (slave)
1
T/R (A)
SG 2
3
SG
()
() 4
T/R (B)
T/R (B) 5
6
T/R (A)
*R: Termination resistor (Example: 120 1/2W)
If communication errors occur frequently due to
the operation environment or the communication
distance, connect termination resistors.
*R

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Connection to the RS-232C port of the host computer (master)
Use a RS-232C/RS-485 converter with an automatic send/receive transfer function.
Wiring example
Pin numbers 1 and 2, 3 and 4, and 5 and 6 of the communication connector are connected
internally.
Make sure that pin numbers 2, 4, and 6 do not come into contact with other signal wires.
The communication cable and termination resistor(s) must be provided by the customer.
Host computer
(Master)
RS-485 Paired wire
Shielded twisted
pair wire
Maximum connections: Up to 31 instruments
*R
*R
RS-232C/RS-485
Converter
T/R (B)
T/R (A)
SG
RS-232C
*R: Termination resistor (Example: 120 1/2W)
If communication errors occur frequently due to
the operation environment or the communication
distance, connect termination resistors.
Recommended:
CD485, CD485/V manufactured
by Data Link, Inc. or equivalent.



THV-10 (slave)
1
T/R (A)
SG 2
3
SG
()
() 4
T/R (B)
T/R (B) 5
6
T/R (A)
1
T/R (A)
SG 2
3
SG
()
() 4
T/R (B)
T/R (B) 5
6
T/R (A)
THV-10 (slave)

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Connection to the USB of the host computer (master)
Connect the USB communication converter between the host computer and the THV-10.
Wiring example
Pin numbers 1 and 2, 3 and 4, and 5 and 6 of the communication connector are connected
internally.
Make sure that pin numbers 2, 4, and 6 do not come into contact with other signal wires.
The communication cable and termination resistor(s) must be provided by the customer.
Recommended USB communication converter: COM-K2 (RKC product)
For the COM-K2, refer to the COM-K2 Instruction Manual.
RS-485
Paired
wire
Shielded twisted
pair wire
*R
*R: Termination resistor (Example: 120 1/2W)
If communication errors occur frequently due to
the operation environment or the communication
distance, connect termination resistors.
Host computer (master)
USB communication converter
COM-K2 (RKC product)
Connected to USB por
t
USB cable
(COM-K2 accessory)
Connected to
USB port of
the COM-K2
The termination
resistor is built into
the COM-K2.
1 SG
2
4
3
5
T/R (A)
T/R (B)
Unused
Unused
Maximum connections: Up to 31 instruments



THV-10 (slave)
1
T/R (A)
SG 2
3
SG
()
() 4
T/R (B)
T/R (B) 5
6
T/R (A)
THV-10 (slave)
1
T/R (A)
SG 2
3
SG
()
() 4
T/R (B)
T/R (B) 5
6
T/R (A)