Simex TRS-01a User manual

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User manual
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE
TRAN DUCER
TR -01a
•Firmware: v.2.02 or higher
•Input type: semiconductor temperature sensor
•Designed for TRS system
Read the user's manual carefully before starting to use the unit or software.
Producer reserves the right to implement changes without prior notice.
2016.01.0 TRS-01a_INSSXEN_v.1.06.002

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CONTENTS
1. BASIC REQUIREMENTS AND USER SAFETY........................................................................................3
2. GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS................................................................................................................4
3. TECHNICAL DATA......................................................................................................................................4
4. DEVICE INSTALLATION............................................................................................................................5
4.1. UNPACKING.......................................................................................................................................5
4.2. ASSEMBLY........................................................................................................................................5
4.3. CONNECTION METHOD...................................................................................................................7
4.4. MAINTENANCE..................................................................................................................................9
5. PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION...................................................................................................................10
6. THE MODBUS PROTOCOL HANDLING.................................................................................................10
6.1. LIST OF REGISTERS .....................................................................................................................11
6.2. READING OF THE MEASUREMENT RESULT ............................................................................11
6.3. TRANSMISSION ERRORS DESCRIPTION....................................................................................12
6.4. EXAMPLES OF UERY/ANSWER FRAMES.................................................................................12
7. FORCING OF 0 FF ADDRESS................................................................................................................15
Explanation of symbols used in the manual:
- This symbol denotes especially important guidelines concerning the installation and
operation of the device. Not complying with the guidelines denoted by this symbol
may cause an accident, damage or equipment destruction.
IF THE DEVICE IS NOT USED ACCORDING TO THE MANUAL THE USER IS
RESPONSIBLE FOR POSSIBLE DAMAGES.
- This symbol denotes especially important characteristics of the unit.
Read any information regarding this symbol carefully
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1. BASIC REQUIREMENTS AND USER SAFETY
- The manufacturer is not responsible for any damages caused by
inappropriate installation, not maintaining the proper technical condition
and using the unit against its destination.
- Installation should be conducted by qualified personnel . During installation all
available safety requirements should be considered. The fitter is responsible for
executing the installation according to this manual, local safety and EMC
regulations.
- The unit must be properly set-up, according to the application. Incorrect
configuration can cause defective operation, which can lead to unit damage or
an accident.
- If in the case of a defect of unit operation there is a risk of a serious threat
to the safety of people or property additional, independent systems and
solutions to prevent such a threat must be used.
- The unit uses dangerous voltage that can cause a lethal accident. The unit
must be switched off and disconnected from the power supply prior to
starting installation of troubleshooting (in the case of malfunction).
- Neighbouring and mating equipment must meet the requirements of appropriate
standards and regulations concerning safety and be equipped with adequate
anti-overvoltage and anti-interference filters.
- Do not attempt to disassemble, repair or modify the unit yourself. The unit
has no user serviceable parts. Units, in which a defect was stated must be
disconnected and submitted for repairs at an authori ed service centre.
- Do not use the unit in areas threatened with excessive shocks, vibrations,
corrosive gasses and oils.
- Do not use the unit in explosion hazard areas.
- Do not use the unit in areas with significant temperature variations, exposed to
icing.
- Do not use the unit in areas exposed to direct sunlight.
- Make sure that the ambient temperature (e.g. inside the control box) does not
exceed the recommended values. In such cases forced cooling of the unit must
be considered (e.g. by using a ventilator).
The unit is designed for operation in an industrial environment and must
not be used in a household environment or similar.
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2. GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
The ambient temperature transducer is a basic device of the TRS system (multipoint
temperature and humidity measurement system). It is designed particularly to measure
temperature (range: -40°C to + 5°C) in rooms where food products are manufactured and
stored. It is equipped with RS-4 5 / Modus RTU communication interface. It has a small plastic
casing.
3. TECHNICAL DATA
Power supply voltage typically 10 VDC (9 VDC - 12 VDC)
Current consumption during operation - typically 4.2 mA
during Modbus transmission - up to 60 mA
Temperature sensor semiconductor integrated circuit
Measurement range -40°C up to + 5°C
Measurement error within the range -10°C up to +50°C: ±0.5°C
Number of modules in 1 network maximum 127
Communication interface
Baud rate
RS 4 5, N1 / Modbus RTU
9600 bit/sec.
Data memory non-volatile memory, EEPROM type
Protection level IP 65 (ABS casing)
IP 40 (sensor)
Housing type
Housing material
Housing dimensions (L x W x D)
without glands
with glands, and sensor protective cap
wall mounted
ABS
64 x 5 x 35 mm
114 x 92 x 35 mm
Operating temperature
Storage temperature
Altitude
-40°C up to + 5°C
-40°C up to + 5°C
up to 2000 meters above sea level
Fastening to wall, 2 M3 bolts
Connection cable 4 conductors (2 supply conductors
+ 2 data transmission conductors)
Screws tightening max. torque 0,5 Nm
Max. connection leads diameter 2,5 mm2
EMC PN-EN 61326:2003
This is a class A unit. In housing or a similar area it can cause radio
frequency interference. In such cases the user can be requested to use
appropriate preventive measures.
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Detailed informations about installation of TRS system user can find in:
“User manual for Temperature and Humidity Recording System”.
4. DEVICE INSTALLATION
The unit has been designed and manufactured in a way assuring a high level of user
safety and resistance to interference occurring in a typical industrial environment. In order to
take full advantage of these characteristics installation of the unit must be conducted correctly
and according to the local regulations.
- Installation should be conducted by qualified personnel .
- Read the basic safety requirements on page 3 prior to starting the installation.
- All installation works must be conducted with a disconnected power supply.
4.1. UNPACKING
After removing the unit from the protective packaging, check for transportation damage.
Any transportation damage must be immediately reported to the carrier. Also, write down the
unit serial number on the housing and report the damage to the manufacturer.
Attached with the unit please find:
- warranty,
- user’s manual for TRS-01a unit (device)
4.2. ASSEMBLY
- Disconnect the power supply prior to starting assembly.
- Check the correctness of the performed connections prior to switching the unit on.
To install the device prepare pinholes accordingly to Figure 4.1. Back side of the
case (with mounting holes) should be mounted to a wall using screws.
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Figure 4.1. Distances between pinholes
1. The module should not be used in environment, where vapour condensation
occurs.
2. Avoid module of installation near doors, windows (especially in rooms with
higher temperature), air conditioners, ventilation, or assembly line where
people work, machinery emitted vapours or high temperature, or needs
periodic cleaning. To protect of installation changes (and it's costs), it is
recommended to plan all places where sensors will be installed due to
experiments made with portable temperature and humidity sensor.
3. It is important, to install measurement modules in place allowing free air flow
around of sensors (best if flow is not stimulated mechanically). If module is
mounted on absorbent or wet walls distance from sensor to wall should be
higher than 7 cm. Remember, that stagnant air is perfect thermal insulator, so
it can make significant differences between near placed sensors. To avoid of
these situations, mechanically stimulated (but soft) air flow is recommended.
Modules should be mounted in that way to direct sensors down.
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4.3. CONNECTION METHOD
Caution
- Installation should be conducted by qualified personnel . During installation all
available safety requirements should be considered. The fitter is responsible for
executing the installation according to this manual, local safety and EMC
regulations.
- Wiring must meet appropriate standards and local regulations and laws.
- Tighten the clamping screws. The recommended tightening torque is 0.5 Nm.
Loose screws can cause fire or defective operation. Over tightening can lead to
damaging the connections inside the units and breaking the thread.
- If the unit is equipped with housing, covers and sealing packing, protecting
against water intrusion, pay special attention to their correct tightening or clamping.
In the case of any doubt consider using additional preventive measures (covers,
roofing, seals, etc.). Carelessly executed assembly can increase the risk of electric
shock.
Due to possible significant interference in industrial installations appropriate measures
assuring correct operation of the unit must be applied. To avoid the unit of improper
indications keep recommendations listed below.
-Avoid common (parallel) leading of signal cables and transmission cables together with
power supply cables and cables controlling induction loads (e.g. contactors). Such cables
should cross at a right angle.
-Contactor coils and induction loads should be equipped with anti-interference protection
systems, e.g. RC-type.
-In the case of magnetically induced interference the use of twisted couples of signal
cables (so-called “spirals”) is recommended. The shielded spiral must be used with
RS-4 5 serial transmission connections.
-In the case of interference from the power supply side the use of appropriate anti-
interference filters is recommended. Bear in mind that the connection between the filter
and the unit should be as short as possible and the metal housing of the filter must be
connected to the earthing with largest possible surface. The cables connected to the filter
output must not run in parallel with cables with interference (e.g. circuits controlling relays
or contactors).
Connections of power supply voltage and measurement signals are executed using the
screw connections inside of the unit’s housing (Figure 4.2 - 4.4).
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Figure 4.2. Method of cable insulation replacing and cable terminals
Figure 4.3. Location of elements inside the module case
Last module in the network
must be terminated with
100÷150 Ohm resistor .
Figure 4.4. Connection of the module to the network
max. 2 mm
6-7 mm
1 2 3 4
DATA-
DATA+
RS - 485
Us
Us = 9 ÷ 12V DC
GND
LED indicator
force
address
0xFF switch
Power
supply and
RS-485
connector
A+
B-
terminator
(i.e.120 ohm)
GND
DATA-
DATA+
1 2 3 4
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An example of the transducers application is multipoint monitoring system (Figure 4.5).
Control panel (i.e. SPA-99 made by SIMEX) is used as MASTER in MODBUS network,
simultaneously it displays readed informations of all measurement points.
RS-485 bus should be equipped with termination resistors (100-150 ohm) on
both ends. The bus must not be ramified, and longer than 1 km.
Figure 4.5. Example application of the transducers
4.4. MAINTENANCE
The unit does not have any internal replaceable or adjustable components available to
the user. Pay attention to the ambient temperature in the room where the unit is operating.
Excessively high temperatures cause faster ageing of the internal components and shorten the
fault-free time of unit operation.
In cases where the unit gets dirty do not clean with solvents. For cleaning use warm water with
small amount of detergent or in the case of more significant contamination ethyl or isopropyl
alcohol.
Using any other agents can cause permanent damage to the housing.
Product marked with this symbol should not be placed in municipal waste. Please
check local regulations for disposal and electronic products.
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5. PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
TRS-01a module is equipped with modern digital temperature converter. These IC has
resolution of 12 bits. Converted measurement signals are transmitted to the microcontroller
where they are computed and filtered according to given parameters. Measurement data can
be readed from the module via RS-4 5 interface by any MASTER controller (i.e. Control panel
or PC). In factoring process, the same address (0xFE) is written to every module. These
addresses can be changed at any time using proper MODBUS commands, or can be forced
to be reset to 0xFF value using module internal momentary switch (to enhance system
installation process, see: FORCING OF 0xFF ADDRESS). All settings are stored in non-
volatile EEPROM memory, and available under fixed register numbers.
LED indicator is installed in the module mainboard, it indicates following situations:
• normal operation mode - flashes every about 10 seconds.
• temperature sensor failure - quick flashes, about 1 time per second
handmade forcing of address 0xFF - permanent light
6. THE MODBUS PRO TOCOL HANDLING
Transmission parameters: 1 start bit, data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity control
Baud rate: 9600 bits/second
Transmission protocol: MODBUS RTU compatible
The device parameters and measurement result are available via RS-4 5 interface, as
HOLDING-type registers of Modbus RTU protocol. The registers (or groups of the registers)
can be read by 03h function, and wrote by 06h (single register only) accordingly to Modbus
RTU specification. Maximum group size for 03h function can not exceeds 5 registers (for single
frame).
The device interprets the broadcast messages, but then do not sends the answers.
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6.1. LIST OF REGISTERS
Register Write Range Register description
01h No -400 ÷ 50 Current temperature measurement value in 0.1 °C
(U2 code, no decimal point included, e.g. value 350 means 35.0 °C)
02h No 0h, 10h, 20h,
40h, 0h
The status of the current measurement (see TRANSMISSION
ERRORS DESCRIPTION)
03h No 1 Decimal point position, constant value: 1 - “ 0.0 ”
04h Yes 0 ÷ 5 Temperature measurement filtering rate. Filtering rate 0 means
no filtering, 1 – weakest filtering , 5 – strongest filtering
05h - see descr.
Calibration register - do not change
WARNING: modification of these registers causes
recalibration of module and inaccurate measurements !
20h Yes 0 ÷ FFh Device address
New modules has default address = 0xFE
21h No 00 Eh Device identification code (ID)
0FFF0h
0FFF1h No see descr. Unique serial number
0FFF2h No 00 E Eh Device identification code (ID)
0FFF3h No see descr. Firmware version
0FFF4h No see descr. Build number
• After writing to register no 20h the device responds with an “old” address in
the message.
• If register 20h is being written it is possible to use BROADCAST frame (with
address 00). This operation causes changing of addresses of all modules
connected to the RS-4 5 network. Modules receive and interprets
BROADCAST frames, but do not transmit answers.
6.2. READING OF THE MEASUREMENT RESULT
Averaged (filtered) result of temperature measurements is available in holding register
no. 01h. Reading of the result may be done using MODBUS RTU function 03h. If single
holding register 01h is being readed, then module signalises any alarm situation by exception
code (different than standard answer frame – see example 1). If group of holding registers
(contain status register 02h) or only status register 02h is being readed, then device transmits
standard answer with current measurement status.
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6.3. TRANSMISSION ERRORS DESCRIPTION
If an error occurs while write or read of single register, then the device sends an error
code according to Modbus RTU specifications (example message no 1).
Error codes:
00h - measurement correct (this error code can be readed from status registers only),
01h - illegal function (only functions 03h and 06h are available),
02h - illegal register address
03h - illegal data value
10h - water inside module,
20h - temperature sensor damaged,
40h - exceed of lower border of input range ( -40°C),
80h - exceed of upper border of input range ( 5°C),
10h, 20h, 40h and 0h codes can appear only during reg. 01h is reading by 03h function (read
of a single register).
Error code can be a logical sum of two or more errors. Sensor failure usually do not
breaks actualisation of measurement results, and current result can be readed
using multi register mode ( in single register mode the modules send off the
exception codes).
6.4. E AMPLES OF QUERY/ANSWER FRAMES
Examples apply for device with address 1. All values are represent hexadecimal.
Field description:
ADDR Device address on Modbus network
FUNC Function code
REG H,L Starting address (address of first register to read/write, Hi and Lo byte)
COUNT H,L No. of registers to read/write (Hi and Lo byte)
BYTE C Data byte count in answer frame
DATA H,L Data byte (Hi and Lo byte)
CRC L,H CRC error check (Hi and Lo byte)
1. Read of the measurement value, the device address = 01h:
ADDR FUNC REG H,L COUNT H,L CRC L,H
01 03 00 01 00 01 D5 CA
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a) The answer (we assume that input signal is not out of range):
ADDR FUNC BYTE C DATA H,L CRC L,H
01 03 02 00 FF F 04
DATA H, L - measurement value = 255 (25,5°C), no decimal point. Decimal point position
can be read from reg. 03h.
b) The answer (if an error occur):
ADDR FUNC ERROR CRC L,H
01 3 40 40 C0
ERROR - error code = 40h, bottom border of the measurement range is exceeded
2. Read of ID code
ADDR FUNC REG H,L COUNT H,L CRC L,H
01 03 00 21 00 01 D4 00
The answer:
ADDR FUNC BYTE C DATA H,L CRC L,H
01 03 02 00 E 3 20
DATA - identification code (00 E Eh)
3. Change of the device address from 1 to 2 (write to reg. 20h)
ADDR FUNC REG H,L DATA H,L CRC L,H
01 06 00 20 00 02 09 C1
DATA H - 0
DATA L - new device address (2)
The answer (the same as the message):
ADDR FUNC REG H,L DATA H,L CRC L,H
01 06 00 20 00 02 09 C1
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4. Read of the registers 1 and 2 in one message (example of reading a number of
registries in one frame):
ADDR FUNC REG H,L COUNT H,L CRC L,H
01 03 00 01 00 02 95 CB
COUNT L - the count of being read registers (max. 5)
a) The answer (we assume that input signal is not out of range):
ADDR FUNC BYTE C DATA H1,L1 DATA H2,L2 CRC L,H
01 03 04 00 C1 00 00 AB CF
DATA H1, L1 - reg. 01h (193 - measurement value 19.3°C),
DATA H2, L2 - reg. 02h (0 - no errors),,
b) The answer (if an error occur):
ADDR FUNC BYTE C DATA H1,L1 DATA H2,L2 CRC L,H
01 03 04 00 C5 00 20 EB D6
DATA H1, L1 - reg. 01h (197 - last correct measurement value 19.7°C),
DATA H2, L2 - reg. 02h (20h - temperature sensor failure),
There is no full implementation of the Modbus Protocol in the device. The
functions presented above are available only.
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7. FORCING OF 0 x FF ADDRESS
New devices has set to Modbus addresses 0xFE. To enhance system installation
process special operation mode has been developed. It allows to force address 0xFF in single
module using internal momentary switch mounted on module mainboard (Figure 4.2).
Additionally this process forces baud rate to standard value 9600 bit/sec. To use this special
mode MASTER controller must to search new devices – devices with address 0xFF. This
process is implemented in Piggy Soft application as network configuration process.
To force address of device to value 0xFF, turn module power supply and wait until it's
LED indicator flashes every 10 second. Next press internal switch button and hold it at least 4
seconds. While button is being pressed LED indicator is turned off until readdressing. After
about 4 seconds LED indicator start to light permanently – it is signal that module address has
been changed to 0xFF – then release switch. At this moment MASTER controller should find
new device and readdress it (to address other than 0xFF). After remote readdressing LED
indicator is being turned off, and starts to flashes again.
Change of the device address from FFh to 01h:
ADDR FUNC REG H,L COUNT H,L CRC L,H
FF 06 00 20 00 01 5C 1E
The answer is the same as the message.
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