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C-Series Operator’s Manual
Table of Contents
C-Series Introduction.............................................................................................................................................. 3
Quick Start Configuration Guide (for replacing common 3 cm stroke pumps) ...................................................... 4
Specifications......................................................................................................................................................... 5
Hardware .................................................................................................................................................................. 6
J3 Mating Connectors .........................................................................................................................................6
J3 Wiring..............................................................................................................................................................6
Power Supply Requirements...............................................................................................................................6
Fluid Connectors .................................................................................................................................................6
Electrical Connector Locations .............................................................................................................................. 7
Configuration Jumper and Switch Settings............................................................................................................ 8
J2.........................................................................................................................................................................8
J9.........................................................................................................................................................................8
Address Switch....................................................................................................................................................8
RS232 Cabling Diagram........................................................................................................................................ 9
RS485 Cabling Diagram...................................................................................................................................... 10
CAN Cabling Diagram.......................................................................................................................................... 11
Software ............................................................................................................................................................12
RS232 and RS485 Command Summary............................................................................................................. 12
Control Commands............................................................................................................................................12
Initialization Commands....................................................................................................................................12
Plunger Movement Commands (Note: Argument limits are for C3000 configuration)......................................13
Valve Commands..............................................................................................................................................13
Set Commands..................................................................................................................................................13
EEPROM Commands .......................................................................................................................................13
Report Commands ............................................................................................................................................14
CAN Command Summary ................................................................................................................................... 16
On-the-fly Commands Frame Type = 0...........................................................................................................16
Action Commands Frame Type = 1 ................................................................................................................16
Common Commands Frame Type = 2............................................................................................................16
Report Commands Frame Type = 4................................................................................................................16
Maintenance........................................................................................................................................................... 17
Recommended Maintenance............................................................................................................................... 17
Syringe Installation............................................................................................................................................... 17
Syringe Replacement........................................................................................................................................... 18
Valve Replacement.............................................................................................................................................. 19
Accessories, Ordering & Warranty...................................................................................................................... 20
Accessories and Replacements........................................................................................................................... 20
Ordering Information / Customer Service ............................................................................................................ 20
Warranty and Returns.......................................................................................................................................... 20

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Quick Start Configuration Guide (for replacing common 3 cm stroke pumps)
Configuration Jumpers
The C-Series has the configuration jumpers located in different locations (see figure on
next page). The functions of the jumpers are also slightly different. Please see below for
jumper settings compared to other pumps with standard software and microstep-enabled
software:
Function C-Series XP (std) XP (µstep) XC PSD/4 4Action
Protocol N/A JP1-2
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J2-1 N/A N/A N/A N/A
EEPROM Mode J2-2 JP1-3 JP1-3 N/A SW2 Installed = Autostart
Overload Detection J2-3 JP1-1 JP1-1 N/A SW1 Installed = Disabled
Communication
Rate J2-4 JP1-4 JP1-4 N/A SW3 Installed = 38.4 K/125 K baud rate
Valve 2J2-5 JP4, 1-2 N/A N/A
SW4 – SW6
(ALL OFF) Installed = 120º Valves
NOTE 1: A spare jumper is provided on J2-1 on the C-Series Pumps.
NOTE 2: The C-Series has a jumper to select between a 120° and a 90º valve. All other
Valve types are EEPROM selectable. XC also uses EEPROM settings.
NOTE 3: The XP does not have automatic protocol detection.
NOTE 4: The PSD/4 uses DIP switch settings instead of jumpers.
RS485 Termination Jumpers
The C-Series has the Termination jumpers located in different locations (see figure on next
page). Pumps are shipped with termination jumpers installed. Remove them if not needed.
Function C-Series XP XC PSD/4
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RS485A J9-1 JP2, 1-2 J1,1-2 SW7 (ON) Installed = Terminated
RS485B J9-2 JP2, 3-4 J1,3-4 SW8 (ON) Installed = Terminated
CAN J9-3 N/A N/A N/A Installed = Terminated
NOTE 1: The PSD/4 uses DIP Switch settings
Software Compatibility
The C-Series is compatible with the XP and XC protocols and documented command set.
There are some commands and responses that are different as shown below:
Command Value Description Difference
^< n > 0..255 Sets threshold value for fluid detection N/A for C-Series
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z none Set position count to encoder count N/A for C-Series
1
?22 Report current value from fluid sensor N/A for C-Series
1
& Report firmware version New response
2
# Report firmware checksum New response
2
NOTE 1: The C-Series pump does not require a valve fluid detector circuit. These
commands are accepted, but are not functional.
NOTE 2: The C-Series has unique electronics and firmware. These report commands will
respond with the same amount of characters, but with different response data.

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Quick Start Configuration Guide (C-Series Jumper Locations)
Valve
Auto Start
Overload
Communication Rate
Not used
*(For Termination)
BACK
BOTTOM
CAUTION: Do not plug or unplug
DB-15 connector with power
applied or damage may result
RS485A*
RS485B*
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Specifications
Downloadable specifications can be found on the TriContinent website at
http://www.tricontinent.com.

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Hardware
J3 Mating Connectors
Manufacturer Description Manufacturer’s P/N
TE/TYCO 15 pin female-solder cup, receptacle 747909-2
TE/TYCO Plastic shield with male screw retainers 5207908-4
NOTE:Examples are not supplied by TriContinent.
J3 Wiring
Power and communication is supplied via a single cable to the C-Series.
Pin Function Details
1 24 VDC See Below
2 RS232 TxD line Output Data
3 RS232 RxD line Input Data
4 RTS
5 CAN HI Signal line
6 CAN LO Signal line
7 AUX Input #1 TTL Level (4.7K pullup)
8 AUX Input #2 TTL Level (4.7K pullup)
9 Ground Power and Logic
10 Ground Power and Logic
11 RS485 A line
12 RS485 B line
13 AUX Output #1 TTL Level (1K pullup Max Source/Sink current = ±20mA)
14 AUX Output #2 TTL Level (1K pullup Max Source/Sink current = ±20mA)
15 AUX Output #3 TTL Level (1K pullup Max Source/Sink current = ±20mA)
CAUTION: Do not plug or unplug DB-15 connector with power applied or damage my
result.
Power Supply Requirements
Linear or switching supplies may be used.
Output Voltage 24 VDC Nominal ±10%
Output Current >1.5 Amp Peak
Fluid Connectors
The C-Series has 1/4-28” fitting ports as the standard configuration. Other port
configurations may be obtained through special order. Please contact your TriContinent
Sales Representative for details.

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Electrical Connector Locations

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Configuration Jumper and Switch Settings
J2
Jumper Function Jumper Installed Jumper Removed
J2-1 Unused Spare
J2-2 EEProm Autostart Enabled Disabled
J2-3 Plunger Overload Disabled Enabled
J2-4 Communication Rate 38,400 baud (RS232/RS485)
125 kbit/s (CAN) 9,600 baud (RS232/RS485) 100 kbit/s (CAN)
J2-5
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Valve 120º 3-port 90º 4-port
NOTE: For Distribution, Loop and T Valves, the pump is configured using EEPROM settings. If
it is desired to change from a standard 120° 3-port or 90° 4-port valve to one of these
valves, please refer to the Software Manual and contact your local TriContinent
Representative.
J9
Jumper Function Jumper Installed Jumper Removed
J9-1 RS485 Termination A Terminated Not Terminated
J9-2 RS485 Termination B Terminated Not Terminated
J9-3 CAN Termination Terminated Not Terminated
Address Switch
The address switch is used to provide each C-Series Pump a unique address in a multi-
pump application. The address switch has 16 locations (0-E). The F address location is
used to activate the self-test. The address locations can be set by using a small flathead
screwdriver and rotating the switch in either direction to the appropriate address.

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RS232 Cabling Diagram
*Note: J9 located on bottom of pump
Host Controller (RS232)

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RS485 Cabling Diagram
*Note: J9 located on bottom of pump
Host Controller (RS485)

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CAN Cabling Diagram
*Note: J9 located on bottom of pump

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Software
RS232 and RS485 Command Summary
Command Operand Range <n>*
( ) = Microstep Mode Limits Default Operand Power Up Default Command Description Operand Description
Control Commands
RN/A N/A Execute command string
x0...3 N/A Execute next command in buffer
based on auxiliary inputs <0> = Execute if input 2 is Low and Input 1 is Low <1> = Execute if Input 2 is Low and Input 1 is High
<2> = Execute if Input 2 is High and Input 1 is Low
<3> = Execute if Input 2 is High and Input 1 is High
XN/A N/A Re-execute last executed
command string
G<n> 0...30000 0Repeat command sequence 0 = Loop forever
gN/A N/A Mark the start of a repeat
sequence
M<n> 0...30000 Delay command execution
Milliseconds
H<n> 0-2 0Halt command execution <0> = Wait for [R] or either input 1 or 2 to go low
<1> = Wait for [R] or input 1 to go low
<2> = Wait for [R] or input 2 to go low
T N/A N/A Terminate command
Initialization Commands
Z<n> 0...40 0 Initialize plunger, valve to the
right <0> = Initialize at full plunger force <1> = Initialize at low plunger force
<2> = Initialize at lower plunger force than
<3> = Initialize at speed 16, low plunger force
<4> = Initialize at speed 18, low plunger force
<5-9> = same as <0>
<10-40> = initialize at defined plunger speed
Y<n> 0...40 0Initialize plunger, valve to the left Same as Z<n>
W<n> 0...40 0Initialize plunger without valve Same as Z<n>
z<n> 0...3000 (0...24000) 0Set pump’s internal position
counter to value specified
k<n> 0...120 (0...960) 24 Syringe dead volume command
*Operand range listed for C3000 only.

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RS232 and R485 Command Summary
Command Operand Range <n>*
( ) = Microstep Mode Limits Default Operand Power Up Default Command Description Operand Description
Plunger Movement Commands (Note: Argument limits are for C3000 configuration)
A<n> 0..3000 (0..24000) 0Move plunger to absolute position
a<n> 0..3000 (0..24000) 0 Move plunger to absolute position,
not busy
P<n> 0..3000 (0..24000) 0 Relative pickup
p<n> 0..3000 (0..24000) 0 Relative pickup, not busy
D<n> 0..3000 (0..24000) 0 Relative dispense
d<n> 0..3000 (0..24000) 0 Relative dispense, not busy
Valve Commands
I N/A N/A Move valve to Input position
O N/A N/A Move valve to Output position
B N/A N/A Move valve to Bypass position
E N/A N/A Move valve to Extra position. Valid for
4 position valves only.
Set Commands
K<n> 0...100 (0...800) 10 Backlash steps
L<n> 1...20 14 Set acceleration/deceleration slope
v<n> 0...1000 900 Set start velocity in Hz
V<n> 1...6000 1400 Set top velocity in Hz
S<n> 0...40 11 Set speed
c<n> 1...2700 900 Set cutoff velocity in Hz
h<n> 0...100 10 Set syringe hold current in %
m<n> 0...100 75 Set syringe run current in %
C<n> 0..025 0 Cutoff velocity in Steps
N<n> 0...2 0 Set microstep positioning and velocity
mode <0> = Both microstep position and velocity mode off <1> = Microstep position mode on velocity mode off
<2> = Both microstep position and velocity mode on
J<n> 0...7 Sets the 3 TTL auxiliary outputs
<0> = All outputs low <7> = All outputs high
J<ppppn> <pppp> 1-3000
<n>...0..7 Set auxiliary outputs based on syringe position
^<n> 0...255 Non-functional command
b N/A N/A Non-functional command
EEPROM Commands
s<n> 0...14 Load program string into EEprom
e<n> 1...14 Execute EEprom string
U Set pump configuration parameters Refer to Software Manual
u 1...16 Set system confiuration parameter
into EEprom For factory use only
*Operand range listed for C3000 only.

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RS232 and RS485 Command Summary
Command Operand Range <n>*
( ) = Microstep Mode Limits Default Operand Power Up Default Command Description Operand Description
Report Commands
QN/A N/A Report system status
? N/A N/A
Report absolute plunger position
?0 N/A N/A
Same as ?
?1 N/A N/A
Report start velocity in Hz
?2 N/A N/A
Report peak velocity in Hz
?3 N/A N/A
Report cutoff velocity in Hz
?4 N/A N/A
Report absolute plunger position, same as ?
?5 N/A N/A
Same as ?
?6 N/A N/A
Reports valve position (i, o, b and e)
?10 N/A N/A
Report command buffer status, same as F
?12 N/A N/A
Report number of backlash steps
?13 N/A N/A
Report status of aux 1 input
?14 N/A N/A
Report status of aux 2 input
?15 N/A N/A
Report number of pump initializations
Counter not implemented, will always report 1
?16 N/A N/A
Report number of plunger movements
Counter not implemented, will always report 1
?17 N/A N/A
Report number of valve movements
Counter not implemented, will always report 1
?18 N/A N/A
Number of valve movements since last ?18, same as %
?19 N/A N/A
Reports if pump is initialized with a Y, Z, z or W command.
0 = not initialized
1 = initialized
?20 N/A N/A
Report firmware checksum, same as #
?22 N/A N/A
Non-functional command for compatibility will always return 255
?23 N/A N/A
Report firmware version, same as &
?24 N/A N/A
Report the syringe’s dead volume as set by the k command
?25 N/A N/A
Report hold current in %
?26
Report run current in %
?27
Report EEPROM configuration data as set by the u command
?28
Report if 3 or 4 position valve is installed (jumper status)
?29
?30-?44
Current status, same as Q
Report user EEPROM execution strings
F
Report command buffer status, same as ?10
&
Report firmware version, same as ?23

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Command Operand Range <n>*
( ) = Microstep Mode Limits Default Operand Power Up Default Command Description Operand Description
#
Report firmware checksum, same as ?20
RZ
Report absolute plunger position, same as ?
RV
Report firmware version, same as & and ?23
%
Number of valve movements since last report, same as ?18
*Operand range listed for C3000 only.

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CAN Command Summary
Command Operands Command Description
On-the-fly Commands Frame Type = 0
VSame as RS232/RS485 Top velocity
T N/A Terminate
Action Commands Frame Type = 1
All RS232/RS485 commands, with the exception of Report commands, are valid Action commands in CAN mode.
Common Commands Frame Type = 2
0 N/A Reset mode
1 N/A Start loaded command
2 N/A Clear loaded command
3 N/A Repeat last command, like X
4 N/A Stop action immediately, same as T command
Report Commands Frame Type = 4
0 N/A Plunger position
1 N/A Reports encoder position, like ?4
2 N/A Same as report command 0
3 N/A Reports valve position, like ?6
4 N/A Top velocity, like ?2
6 N/A Start velocity, like ?1
7 N/A Cutoff velocity, like ?3
10 N/A Buffer status, like F
12 N/A Backlash steps, like ?12
13 N/A Input 1 status, like ?13
14 N/A Input 2 status, like ?14
15 N/A Number of pump initializations, like ?15. Note, currently not implemented, always return a 1.
16 N/A Number of plunger movements, like ?16. Note, currently not implemented, always return a 1.
17 N/A Number of valve movements, like ?17. Note, currently not implemented, always return a 1.
18 N/A Number of valve movements since last report, like ?18
19 N/A Report if pump is initialized. 1 = initialized, 0 = not initialized
20 N/A Firmware checksum, like ?20
22 N/A Non-Functional command to maintain backward firmware compatibility. Will always return 255.
23 N/A Firmware version, like &
24 N/A Syringe dead volume, like ?24
29 N/A Current status, like Q

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Maintenance
Recommended Maintenance
Daily Maintenance Action
Inspect syringe seals and valves for leaks and
proper operation Replace as required
Inspect tubing fittings for leaks Tighten or replace as required
Inspect for any fluid or material on outside of pump Clean as required
“Park” inactive syringes Flush with DI water at end of use and “park” syringe
full of system fluid in full down position
Syringe Installation
Refer to figure below:
To install a syringe, follow the steps below:
1) Lower the syringe plunger holder to ensure sufficient room to install the syringe.
a. For the C3000 pump, if the pump is powered off, manually lower the plunger
by pushing firmly down on the Syringe Plunger Holder. If the power is on, this
can be done by sending the A3000R command, or
b. For the C24000 pump, with the power on, send the A24000R command. The
plunger cannot be manually lowered on the C24000 pump due to the high
resolution of the drive system.

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2) Screw the threaded portion of the syringe clockwise into the valve.
CAUTION: Do not over tighten the syringe or fittings. This can cause damage to the
syringe and valve which can lead to leakage and reduced life.
Torque Spec: 21 oz-in (maximum)
Technique: Install syringe until it bottoms in the valve, then tighten another 1/4 turn
(this roughly corresponds to 16 oz-in). If a more secure installation is needed, loosen
the syringe and repeat the process approximately 24 hours after initial installation.
Teflon® tape should never be used on syringe or fitting threads as all syringe port
seals are “face” seals (not thread sealing). Teflon® tape can lead to valve damage
due to over stress on the valve seat from excessive torque applied to the syringe or
fittings.
3) Fully seat the plunger into the syringe plunger holder.
4) Securely tighten (clockwise) the Plunger Lock Screw.
5) Initialize the pump.
Syringe Replacement
To replace the syringe, drain all fluid from the syringe, and follow the steps below:
1) Lower the Syringe Plunger Holder as described above.
2) Turn the Plunger Lock Screw counterclockwise at least 2 full turns (do not completely
remove the Plunger Lock Screw).
3) Turn the syringe counterclockwise and remove from the valve.
4) To install the syringe follow the steps listed above under “Syringe Installation”.

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Valve Replacement
To replace the valve, remove all fluid from the syringe, and follow the steps below:
1) Remove syringe as described in the Syringe Replacement Section.
2) Disconnect the tubing from the valve.
3) Remove the two valve screws used to secure the valve to the panel.
4) Remove the valve from the pump by pulling directly away from the pump’s front
face.
To install the valve follow the below steps:
1) Align internal valve “D” slot with the flat on the motor shaft.
2) Gently push and rotate the valve into the correct position to align the pins with the
holes in the panel.
3) Securely tighten (clockwise) the plunger lock screws.
Common Pump and Valve Interfaces

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Accessories, Ordering & Warranty
Accessories and Replacements
To view available Accessories (e.g. Evaluation Kits, Cables and Power Supplies) and/or
Replacement items (Syringes & Valves) for the C-Series Pumps, please visit our website
at http://www.tricontinent.com.
Ordering Information / Customer Service
TriContinent is committed to exceeding our customers’ expectations when it comes to
our products and services.
To place an order or inquire about the C-Series or any TriContinent product, please
contact TriContinent at one of the following:
By Mail: TriContinent, 12555 Loma Rica Drive
Grass Valley, CA 95945
By Phone:
From within the United States: (800) WE-PIPET (800-937-4738)
From within the United States: [phone], FAX [phone]
By E-mail: [email protected]
Company Website: http://www.tricontinent.com
Warranty and Returns
TriContinent is an ISO 13485 registered company that operates under a stringent quality
assurance program. We design and manufacture our syringe pumps to be the most
reliable products available. We stand behind the C-Series with a 1-year warranty on
material and workmanship, excluding abuse and misuse. If notified of such defects
during the warranty period, TriContinent will, at its option, either repair or replace
products which prove to be defective. Please refer to the TriContinent website
http://www.tricontinent.com for detailed warranty and return information.