RTP 3132 User manual

Technical Manual
3132
16-Channel
AC Digital Output Cards

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION........................................................................................4
SPECIFICATIONS.....................................................................................5
FAILURE RATES IN ACCORDANCE TO IEC 61508 ...............................7
CABLING...................................................................................................8
REDUNDANT I/O CARDS PLACEMENT................................................11
3000 Series System with I/O Cards..............................................................11
3100 Series System with I/O Cards..............................................................11
SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION .............................................................12
PLD Update Function...................................................................................12
NetArrays Configuration...............................................................................14
Switch Fault Test....................................................................................14
Watchdog Timer.....................................................................................15
Integer Error Detection...........................................................................15
Float Temperature Input.........................................................................16
Integer Card Revision.............................................................................16
Integer Readback Status........................................................................16
Integer Switch Fault Detection................................................................16
Channel .................................................................................................17
I/O Tag...................................................................................................17
Default (3100/Non safety system only)..................................................17
COMPLIANCE WITH CE MARK .............................................................18
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS ..........................................................20
REFERENCED COMPANIES..................................................................21
DEFINITIONS ..........................................................................................21

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Introduction
The 3132 16-Channel AC Digital Output Card provides switching control of 16 channels of AC
line-voltage circuits.
The card’s output circuits incorporate optically isolated triac drivers, which provide isolation
between the field outputs and the RTP system ground, and isolation from channel to channel.
Zero-voltage crossing detectors control the power triac switches, which reduce load transient
currents. An output register allows the host to read back the states of the outputs.
The card also includes an onboard temperature sensor.
I/O Bus checking diagnostics are performed for all output data, status, and command transfers to
and from the output card. Each transfer is performed twice (all the data bits in the second
transfer are inverted). Both transfers are then compared to ensure that no errors exist in the data
path between the output card and the Chassis Processor. I/O Bus slot address and control signal
contention diagnostic tests also are performed.
Watchdog timers on the card can open all of the output channels in the event backplane
communication errors persist.
An LED, located near the top of the front panel, indicates the overall status of the card. If this
LED is on, the card is functioning normally; if the LED is off, the card has detected an error or is
offline.

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Specifications
Module Safety Integrity Level: SIL-2 with termination modules 3099/17-100 or 3099/24-100
SIL-3 with termination modules 3099/18
Card Address: Determined by the slot of the controller backplane
Number of channels: 16
Common Points between Channels: All channels are isolated from each other
Isolation Voltage: 500 Volts Field Output to Chassis Ground
250 Volts Channel to Channel
Type of protection: Optically isolated and fuse protected on termination modules
Maximum Peak Voltage: 600 Volts
Maximum permanent allowed
voltage (no damage): 240 VAC
Maximum Closed Circuit Current: 2 A per channel, fuse protected to 2 A slow acting
Total Output Current per Card: 32 A
Output Configuration: One non-latching Triac per channel
Maximum Power Per Channel: 480 VA
Minimum Load per Channel: 50 mA
Maximum Leakage Current
per Channel: 1.5 mA
Maximum Voltage Drop: 1.6 Volts at 2 A
Surge Current: 25 A peak for 25 ms repeated no more than 2 times per
second
Zero Switching Point: 0 ± 5 Volts, typical at 60 Hz
0 ± 20 Volts, maximum at 60 Hz
Critical Rate of Rise of 500 V/s minimum
OFF-State Voltage: 750 V/s typical
(Voltage transients with slopes lower than this specification
will not cause the triacs to turn on)
Critical Rate of Rise of 20 A/s repetitive
ON-State Current: 100 A/s non-repetitive
Critical Rate of Removal of 12 A/ms minimum
ON-State Current: 25 A/ms typical
Channel Self Tests: All channels are tested within 10 seconds.
Output Test Pulses: A channel is turned OFF for half an AC cycle.
Output behavior: During interruptions of MPU control, voltage dips and
interruptions and power up/down sequences, all channels
will be de-energized to the OFF state.

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Watchdog Timers:
Programmable 150 ms (RTP3000), 250 ms (RTP3100)
Fixed 1.6 s maximum
Power Requirements: +5 VDC @ 600 mA.
Termination Module Connectors: One D-Sub connector, 37 pins for use with the 3055/00
Power Digital Cables. These cables have a diameter of 0.5
inches (1.27 centimeters) with a minimum bend radius of 4.6
inches (11.69 centimeters).
Termination Modules: 3099/17-100 SIL-2 Single Termination Module
3099/18 SIL-3 Dual Termination Module
3099/24-100 SIL-2 Triple Redundant Termination Module
User Replaceable Fuses Littelfuse type 0665 002.HXSL or
Wickmann type 3741200041
Effect of Incorrect Field Wiring: Shorted output connections will de-energize and shut down
the output. Open output connections will de-energize and
shut down the output. Both shorts and opens will be
annunciated in the error status word. Reversed output
connections apply reverse voltage to the load.
Termination Module Dimensions: All Termination Modules are 4.38 inches (11.1 centimeters)
in height and have 3.75 inches (9.5 centimeters) of depth.
The width for each termination module and the compatible
field wiring size is tabulated as following:
Model #
Description
Width
(")
Width
(cm)
Minimum
AWG
Maximum
AWG
3099/17-100
SIL-2 Single Termination Module - 16 channel digital
output, field replaceable fuses
2.99
7.6
30
12
3099/18
SIL-3 Dual Termination Module - 16 channel digital output,
field replaceable fuses
6.38
16.2
30
12
3099/24-100
SIL-2 Triple Termination Module - 16 channel digital
output, field replaceable fuses
4.38
11.1
30
12
Module dimension values are ± 0.05 inches or ± 0.127 centimeters!

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Failure Rates in Accordance to IEC 61508
The following table summarizes the failure rates of the modules, which were calculated from
Failure Mode and Diagnostic Effects in accordance to standard IEC 61508. The information can
be used in calculating probability of dangerous failures using Reliability Block Modeling or Markov
Modeling. Such modeling should consider non-redundant 3132 AC output cards using the
3099/17-100 termination in a 1oo1 configuration, suitable for SIL-2 applications. Redundant 3132
AC output modules using the 3099/24-100 termination should be considered suitable for SIL-2
application as they are in a 2oo2 or 3oo3 configuration. For SIL-3 applications, the 3099/18
termination module should be used in which two redundant 3132 AC output cards operate in
1oo2 configuration.
Safe Failure Fraction:
99.65%
Diagnostic Coverage:
98.48%
Failure Rates In Common Circuitry:
Safe Detected
1.4359E-07
Safe Undetected
9.4504E-09
Dangerous Detected
3.3607E-07
Dangerous Undetected
1.7845E-09
Don't Care
2.5830E-07
Failure Rates In Per Channel Circuitry:
Safe Detected
3.6155E-08
Safe Undetected
3.6520E-10
Dangerous Detected
4.3233E-08
Dangerous Undetected
2.1725E-10
Don't Care
2.7430E-08
Average Frequency of a Dangerous Failure per Hour (1oo1):
2.0018E-09
Average Frequency of a Dangerous Failure per Hour (2oo2):
4.0035E-09
Average Frequency of a Dangerous Failure per Hour (3oo3):
6.0053E-09
Average Frequency of a Dangerous Failure per Hour (1oo2):
2.1034E-11
Mean Time to Restoration for 1oo1, 2oo2 and 3oo3 (SIL-2)
configurations:
≤ 9 days
Mean Time to Restoration for 1oo2 (SIL-3) configuration:
No
restriction
When the 3132 card is used for low-demand mode, readback (loopback) failure indications from
the card shall be monitored by operators / users. Such failure annunciation shall initiate
replacement of the module within the MTTR because the card’s ability to fail-safe might have
been lost.
Alternatively, the 3132 card can be used in high demand mode or continuous mode in which
failure annunciation shall be monitored within the user application logic utilizing the card’s error
status words. The user application logic in turn shall de-energize the power to the field
termination module 3099/17-100 or 3099/24-100 using an independent digital output (card &
channel) which is marked for safety. This solution provides an independent automatic means of
fail-safe action.

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For redundant 3132 cards that utilize the 3099/18 module, the user application logic shall de-
energize the output when a readback / loopback error on one card is detected. The second
redundant card provides and independent secondary means to de-energize the channel.
Cabling
Adhere to the specified insulation strip length of 0.26 inches (6.5 mm) when you connect field
wiring to the terminal modules; excessive insulation strip lengths causes an electrical hazard. Do
not exceed the specified torque when you secure the wires into the terminal module; maximum
torque is 2.2 inch-pounds (0.25 N-m).
Standard cables to termination modules are minimum 5 feet in length.
You must disable (offline) an I/O card before you can hot-swap it. After you replace an I/O card,
you must enable it to return it to operation. It must be also disabled (offline), if making online
changes and removing it from a redundant configuration. While NetArrays is operating in Debug
mode, use the I/O Configuration Form to disable or enable I/O cards. To hot swap an I/O card,
first display the card’s icon in the I/O Configuration Form. If the I/O card’s icon is red, you can
remove it. If the I/O card’s icon is yellow or green, select the icon and disable it before you
remove the card. After you replace the I/O card, select the card’s icon and re-enable it. The
color of the icon changes to green to indicate the card is online.
Warning! Dangerous high voltages may be present at the cards’ terminal blocks during
normal operation. When you service these cards, avoid contact with exposed voltages
on the card while you connect the field cabling. The field cabling terminal block
connectors also may have high voltages when disconnected from the card.
Warning! Never remove the card from the chassis with the termination cables
connected and the field power applied. Always disconnect the field power and cables
before removing the card from the chassis. Always insert the card into the chassis with
the cables and field power disconnected.

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Pin
Signal
1
Channel 0+
2
Channel 0–
3
Channel 1+
4
Channel 1-
5
Channel 2+
6
Channel 2-
7
Channel 3+
8
Channel 3-
9
Channel 4+
10
Channel 4-
11
Channel 5+
12
Channel 5-
13
Channel 6+
14
Channel 6–
15
Channel 7+
16
Channel 7–
17
Channel 8+
18
Channel 8–
19
Channel 9+
20
Channel 9–
21
Channel 10+
22
Channel 10–
23
Channel 11+
24
Channel 11–
25
Channel 12+
26
Channel 12–
27
Channel 13+
28
Channel 13–
29
Channel 14+
30
Channel 14–
31
Channel 15+
32
Channel 15–
33
No Connection
34
No Connection
35
No Connection
36
AC Shield
Figure 1: Field connections on the 3099/17-100 or 3099/24-100 Termination Modules shown
with examples.
115 VAC
2 A max
VS
Neutral
Line
Load
Ground

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Pin
Signal
TB1 1
Channel 0+
TB1 2
Channel 0-
TB1 3
Channel 1+
TB1 4
Channel 1-
TB1 5
Channel 2+
TB1 6
Channel 2-
TB1 7
Channel 3+
TB1 8
Channel 3-
TB1 9
Channel 4+
TB1 10
Channel 4-
TB1 11
Channel 5+
TB1 12
Channel 5-
TB1 13
Channel 6+
TB1 14
Channel 6–
TB1 15
Channel 7+
TB1 16
Channel 7–
TB1 17
No Connection
TB1 18
AC Shield
TB2 1
Channel 8+
TB2 2
Channel 8–
TB2 3
Channel 9+
TB2 4
Channel 9–
TB2 5
Channel 10+
TB2 6
Channel 10–
TB2 7
Channel 11+
TB2 8
Channel 11–
TB2 9
Channel 12+
TB2 10
Channel 12–
TB2 11
Channel 13+
TB2 12
Channel 13–
TB2 13
Channel 14+
TB2 14
Channel 14–
TB2 15
Channel 15+
TB2 16
Channel 15–
TB2 17
No Connection
TB2 18
AC Shield
TB3 1
Line
TB3 2
Neutral
Figure 2: Field connections on the 3099/18 Termination Module shown with examples.
Ground
115 VAC
2 A max
Line
Load
Neutral
VS
Ground
+
-
VS
115 VAC
2 A max

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Redundant I/O Cards Placement
3000 Series System with I/O Cards
Redundant I/O cards may be located in any chassis; there are no restrictions.
3100 Series System with I/O Cards
Redundant Output Cards in non-safety 3100 systems have the following chassis placement
restrictions if the Output_Disable_Type field is equal to 1 in the Node Configuration file.
All Redundant Output Cards may be located in the same chassis or in a single
other redundant chassis.
There can be multiple pairs of redundant chassis, but all redundant I/O cards
must stay within the same chassis pair as the other cards in the chassis pair.
This is an example of a good redundant configuration. All Redundant I/O cards are within two
chassis only:
Rack0 Slot0 is redundant with Rack0 Slot1 (OK-Redundant cards in same Rack)
Rack0 Slot2 is redundant with Rack1 Slot5 (OK-Redundant cards in one Rack and second Rack)
Rack0 Slot3 is redundant with Rack1 Slot10 (OK-Redundant cards in one Rack and second Rack)
This is an example of a bad redundant configuration. The redundant cards are distributed over
three chassis:
Rack0 Slot0 is redundant with Rack0 Slot1 (OK-Redundant cards in same Rack)
Rack0 Slot2 is redundant with Rack1 Slot5 (OK-Redundant cards in one Rack and second Rack)
Rack0 Slot3 is redundant with Rack2 Slot5 (Not OK-Redundant cards in one Rack and third Rack)
3200 Series System with I/O Cards
Redundant I/O cards may be located in any chassis; there are no restrictions.

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Software Configuration
PLD Update Function
To update card’s PLD firmware follow this procedure:
1. Turn the power ON at all chassis within the target node.
2. From Windows StartPrograms menu, launch the RTP Netsuite/RTPNC utility.
3. Select the Node with the I/O cards to be updated.
4. Select FILE/Download File and navigate to the Program pldprog.pgm. Use the FILE
TYPE/pgm option. CLICK/OPEN button to initiate downloading the file. When prompted
for PASSWORD enter “rtp” (or the correct node password).
5. Select FILE/Download File and Select CID_0104.PLD.Use the FILE TYPE/pld option.
CLICK/OPEN button to initiate downloading the file. When prompted for PASSWORD
enter “rtp” (or the correct node password).
6. In RTP NetArrays Select Status for the Node, and observe that the pldprog.pgm file
and the CID_0104.PLD file were received as shown in Status Window 1.
7. Turn the power OFF and then back ON at all chassis within the target node.
8. The program pldprog.pgm downloaded will start and automatically update all of the
applicable cards’ PLDs. All non-distributed I/O cards should have their status LEDs ON.
9. In NetArrays Select Status for the Node, observe that the update has started as shown
in Status Window 1.
10. The Status Window will show all cards marked to be updated. Ensure that all applicable
cards in the Node are identified for updating.
11. Depending on the speed of the node, it will take several minutes for the process to
complete. When finished, the Status Window will show as shown in Status Window 2.
12. The cards being updated are processed at different times. Ensure that all cards identified
for updating have been processed before proceeding.
13. It is possible that cards of a type not being updated will report an error. This is of no
concern.
14. After the PLD update process is complete, all applicable cards in the Node will have their
PLDs updated.
15. Turn the power OFF and then back ON at all chassis within the target node. After the
power cycle, the 2 files downloaded will automatically be deleted, and the normal node
program will be active. The cards’ Integer Card Revision variables will show the revision
of the PLD downloaded.

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Status Window 1
Status Window 2

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NetArrays Configuration
Each output point is controlled by a Bool Variable object with the corresponding Tag. An integer
readback status can be read to compare the output register contents with the values written to the
card. NetArrays also returns an error detection status word for the card. This card includes a
Watchdog Timer, which can disable the outputs if the processor fails to access the card within the
allotted time.
Card Properties
Switch Fault Test
When enabled the card will periodically perform a switch test and report any stuck switches.
When used with redundant 3132 cards this test should be disabled.
Note! When the test is enabled, the output will periodically turn off for ½ of the AC cycle and the
field device must be capable of tolerating ½ AC cycle power interruption without changing state.

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Watchdog Timer
When enabled, the Watchdog Timer will disable the outputs if the card is not accessed by the
controller within 150 ms. When disabled, the Watchdog Timer has no effect on the card's
operation. For safety-critical applications, this variable must be enabled.
Integer Error Detection
The Error Detection input is an Int Variable that can be used to detect an I/O card failure.
NetArrays assigns a default Tag to this variable when the card is added to the I/O configuration.
A Card Timeout Error (Bit 0) will set the Error Latch bit (Bit14), which will remain set until this bit is
cleared to zero by an operator. While the Error Latch is set, the card will be offline and the target
node will not attempt to communicate with it. Note that most cards do not use all the status bits
shown. Any unused bits will always equal zero.
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14
13
12
11
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
ERR
LTCH
FAULT
ERR
DATA
ERR
DATA
INV
CARD
ID
CARD
ERR
CBL
ERR
LOOP
BACK
TIME
OUT
Bit 14 Card Error Latch
This status bit indicates that a Card Timeout Error occurred on the I/O card, and that it
has been taken offline. The card will not be initialized or placed online until this bit is
cleared in the project program or operator intervention.
If this bit is set, it must be cleared to return the card to operation. The correct way to
clear this bit is to select the card’s icon in the I/O configuration Form while NetArrays is
operating in Debug mode and answer “Yes” to the Enable prompt. See I/O Card Status
and Control. (It is also possible to change the value of this variable by forcing an Integer
Bit Variable object, with Bit 14 selected in the object's properties, to zero. Do not clear
the entire Error Detection Integer Variable to zero.)
Bit 10 Fault Test Error
This status bit indicates that a fault insertion test was performed, and a channel did not
detect the error.
Bit 9 Backplane Bus Data Error
This status bit is applicable only to I/O cards with Backplane Bus data checking
capability. It indicates that a data error was detected in a data or command transfer to or
from an I/O card.
Bit 8 Data Invalid
This status bit indicates that the I/O card is not ready to send valid data.
Bit 7 Card ID Does Not Match I/O Configuration
This bit indicates that the ID code read from the I/O card does not match the card type
specified in the NetArrays I/O configuration.
Bit 6 Card Specific Error
This bit indicates a PLD Error.
Bit 5 Cable Detect Error
This bit indicates that one or more of the cables are not connected to the I/O card or
between the I/O card and the termination block.
Bit 4 Loopback Error
This bit indicates that the card has failed a loopback test. The actual output from the card
does not equal the expected output.

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Bit 0 Card Timeout Error
This bit indicates that there was no response from the I/O card. The card is not returning
a ready test signal, is offline, or has been removed from the chassis. This bit sets the
Card Error Latch (Bit 14).
Float Temperature Input
The Board Temp is a floating-point value, which equals to the operating temperature in Degrees
Celsius as measured by an on-board sensor. User applications can implement customized limits
for alarms and annunciations by examining the value of this variable. NetArrays assigns a default
Tag to this variable when the card is added to the I/O configuration. Reassign this Tag as
required to access this board temperature in the project program.
Integer Card Revision
The card revision is an integer value, which equals to the revision number of the PLD code.
NetArrays assigns a default Tag to this variable when the card is added to the I/O configuration.
Reassign this Tag as required to access this card revision in the project program.
Integer Readback Status
The bits of this Int input represent the last output states written to the card. A 1 indicates that the
output is energized (on); a 0 indicates that the output is de-energized (off). NetArrays assigns a
default Tag to this variable when the card is added to the I/O configuration.
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14
13
12
11
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
Chan
15
Chan
14
Chan
13
Chan
12
Chan
11
Chan
10
Chan
9
Chan
8
Chan
7
Chan
6
Chan
5
Chan
4
Chan
3
Chan
2
Chan
1
Chan
0
Integer Switch Fault Detection
The Switch Fault Status returns the result of the Switch Fault Testing on the 16 AC output
channels. A 1 indicates a Stuck-ON condition. A 0 indicates a normal condition. If a particular
channel is OFF then the corresponding Switch Fault bit will be 0 and there could be a Stuck-ON
condition but the Switch Fault Test is not able to detect it. However, in this case there will be a
readback error on the channel.
15
14
13
12
11
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
Ch 15
Fault
Ch 14
Fault
Ch 13
Fault
Ch 12
Fault
Ch 11
Fault
Ch 10
Fault
Ch 9
Fault
Ch 8
Fault
Ch 7
Fault
Ch 6
Fault
Ch 5
Fault
Ch 4
Fault
Ch 3
Fault
Ch 2
Fault
Ch 1
Fault
Ch 0
Fault

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I/O Channel Properties
Channel
Each output channel can be enabled (Bool), or disabled (Disabled). You can disable any unused
channel to avoid scanning unconnected outputs.
I/O Tag
A True output from a Bool Variable object will energize the output. A False output from the Bool
Variable object will de-energize the output. NetArrays assigns a default Tag to this variable when
the card is added to the I/O configuration.
Note! All unused un-terminated I/O points must be disabled in IO Configuration.
Default (3100/Non safety system only)
Note! This property is available only if output card is used in non safety 3100 Node.
Specifies channel behavior when chassis to node communication is lost:
On –channel will be On
Off - channel will be Off
Freeze - channel value will be frozen at last value

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Compliance with CE Mark
This section describes how to install and operate RTP equipment for use in the European Union
(EU) to comply with the requirements of the CE Mark and its referenced standards. The
procedures in this section apply also to other environments where provisions of the EU’s EMC
and Low Voltage Directives are either required or desirable.
RTP Corporation has successfully tested and reviewed its products to the stringent requirements
of the European Union’s EMC Directives (2004/108/EC) and Low Voltage Directive (2006/95/EC).
In order for the equipment to meet the requirements of these directives, the equipment
must be installed and operated in accordance with these instructions.
These tests and reviews are in accordance to EN 61131-2:2007 as listed in the next section.
Information on the tests performed and the standards involved is available from RTP Corporation.
To comply with the requirements of the CE Mark and its referenced standards, the system
integrator, installer, and end user must store, integrate, install, and operate this equipment in
accordance with the following guidelines.
1. Compliance with all product specific instructions (including but not limited to storage
instructions, installation instructions, operating instructions, maintenance instructions,
disposal instructions, and specifications) is required.
2. RTP equipment is rated for use in Installation Category (Overvoltage Category) II and
Pollution Degree 2 environments in accordance with standard IEC 664.
3. To assure that an Operator is not exposed to electrical hazards, all equipment capable of
electrical hazards must be housed in a grounded enclosure (equipment cabinet/rack) that
limits access to the equipment only to Service Personnel. Limited access may include
enclosure doors and side panels, which are locked or require a tool to open. To assure
compliance with the EMC requirements, the equipment must be housed in an enclosure
(equipment cabinet/rack) that provides EMC shielding. Compliance testing was performed in
a shielded equipment rack provided by Hoffman Concept® Wall Mounted Enclosure model
number CSD242420. To assure compliance, the equipment must be installed in this style
cabinet, or one with similar or greater RF attenuation characteristics. The cabinet should be
outfitted with continuous copper finger gasketing and copper foil along all seams and joints.
4. The Service Personnel must be trained to operate the equipment and must be aware of the
potential of electrical hazards of the equipment and of the field I/O signals connected to the
equipment.
5. Hazardous voltage warning labels must be applied to the enclosure doors adjacent to the
locking mechanisms to warn the Service Personnel that hazardous voltages are contained
within the enclosure, if modules carrying 120 V and above are used.
6. Hazardous voltage warning labels also must be applied to the termination modules (which
carry 120 V and above), adjacent to the external connectors, to warn the Service Personnel
that hazardous voltages are present at the module's terminal blocks.
7. To assure compliance with the EMC requirements, the equipment must have all
communications, power, and field signal cabling exiting the enclosure enclosed in metal
conduits or shielded wireways. These conduits must provide EMI/RFI shielding and must be
terminated at the enclosure shell. There must be no uncovered openings in the cabinet.
Connections between the cabinet and conduit must be made with conduit connectors making
good (low impedance) electrical contact to the enclosure. Input mains power to the enclosure
and mains power fed to switching digital output I/O cards and modules must be filtered by AC
mains filters with attenuation characteristics of Corcom VR series filters or with similar filters
with equal or greater attenuation characteristics.

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8. DC input mains power to the enclosure and mains power must be filtered by a DC mains
filters with attenuation characteristics of Corcom 6EH1 series filters or with similar filters with
equal or greater attenuation characteristics.
9. Insulation strip length of 0.26 inches (6.5 mm) is required on all field wirings to the I/O card
termination modules.
10. The disposal of any electronic products must be in accordance with local regulations (e.g.
Directive 2002/96/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council on waste electrical and
electronic equipment). Some RTP Corporation products contain materials that may be
detrimental to the environment. These materials may include, but are not limited to lead (in
solder) and lithium (in batteries).
11. Prior to storage or shipping, the equipment must be packaged in accordance with the
following guidelines:
●Inventory all items and inspect all components for damage.
●Verify that all fasteners are properly tightened and that the chassis I/O module retaining
bar is properly installed.
●Wrap the chassis assembly in plastic bubble wrap.
●Select a suitable shipping box that provides at least 1½ inches of space between the
equipment and all sides of the box. This space shall be tightly packed with packing
peanuts or bubble wrap to protect the equipment during storage or shipping.
●Close and secure the box with suitable packing tape.
●Do not stack boxes more than three high. Store the boxes in a protected, dry
environment. Do not expose the boxes to rain or environmental conditions beyond the
ranges specified for the equipment in this document.

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Environmental Conditions
The modules are rated for the following environmental conditions:
Specification Type
Recommended Range
Test Specification
Operating Temperature
-20 ºC to 60 ºC
IEC 60068-2-30, Db
RTP Type Testing
Operating Temperature Change
10 ºC/minute
IEC 60068-2-14 Test Nb
Operating Humidity
10% to 95% non-condensing
IEC 60068-2-30, Db
Storage Temperature
-40 ºC to 85 ºC
IEC 60068-2-1 Tests Ab, Ad
IEC 60068-2-2 Tests Bb, Bd
RTP Type Testing
Storage Temperature Change
10 ºC/minute
IEC 60068-2-14 Test Na
Storage Humidity
0% to 100% condensing
IEC 60068-2-30, Db
Vibration
9 Hz to 150 Hz at 1 g
IEC 60068-2-6, Fc
Mechanical Shock
15 g for 11 milliseconds
IEC 60068-2-27, Ea
Electrostatic Discharge Immunity
±6 kV contact
IEC 61000-4-2
Radiated E-Field Immunity
80 MHz to 1 GHz at 20 V/m
1 GHz to 2.1 GHz at 10 V/m
2.1 GHz to 2.5 GHz at 5 V/m
2.5 GHz to 2.7 GHz at 1 V/m
IEC 61000-4-3
Ethernet Line Burst Immunity
±2 kV
IEC 61000-4-4
Ethernet Line Surge Immunity
±2 kV
IEC 61000-4-5
Ethernet Line Conducted RF
Immunity
150 kHz to 80 MHz at 10 V
IEC 61000-4-6
Pulsed Magnetic Field
300 A/m
IEC 61000-4-9
Modules can be ordered with optional HumiSeal© conformal coating. In this case, the modules
can be installed in G3 harsh environmental conditions as defined in standard ISA–S71.04–1985.
This equipment is intended for use in altitudes up to 2000 meters. Contact RTP regarding use in
altitudes higher than 2000 meters.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used
in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference
in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la Classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.