Unitronics UniStream USC-B5-TA32 User manual

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UniStream®
PLC
User Guide
USC-B5-TA32, USC-B10-TA32,
USC-C5-TA32, USC-C10-TA32
This guide provides basic installation information for specific UniStream®PLC models with built-in I/O.
Technical specifications may be downloaded from the Unitronics website.
General Features
Unitronics’ UniStream®PLCs are DIN-rail mounted Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) with a built-in
I/O configuration.
The series is available in three versions: Pro, Standard, and Basic.
Note that a model number that includes:
•B10/C10 refers to Pro version (e.g. USC-B10-T24)
•B5/C5 refers to Standard version (e.g. USC-B5-RA28)
•B3/C3 refers to Basic version (e.g. only for USC-B3-T20)
Page 2 contains a comparison table detailing the features offered by the different models. Exact features
are detailed in the product specification sheets.
Power
Features
▪Built-in Trends and Gauges, auto-tuned PID, data tables, data sampling, and
Recipes
▪UniApps™: Access & edit data, monitor, troubleshoot & debug and more
▪Security: Multi-level password protection
▪Alarms: Built-in system, ANSI/ISA standards
COM
Options
▪Built-in ports: 2 Ethernet, 1 USB host, 1 USB device port
▪Add-on ports (UAC-CB), available by separate order:
➢1 CANbus port may be added to all models
➢RS232/485 ports: according to model technical specifications
COM
Protocols
▪Fieldbus: CANopen, CAN Layer2, MODBUS, EtherNetIP and more. Implement
any serial RS232/485, TCP/IP, or CANbus third-party protocols via Message
Composer
▪Advanced: SNMP Agent/Trap, e-mail, SMS, modems, GPRS/GSM, FTP
Server/Client, Web Server, SQL, and MQTT.
▪Remote Access via any device that supports VNC.
Programming
Software
All-in-One UniLogic software for hardware configuration, communications, PLC and
HMI applications; free download.
HMI
All UniStream® PLCs can display HMI screens on the following devices:
•UniStream Display (USL)
•UniStream Modular HMI panel (USP)
•UniStream Built-in (on the panels integral to the device)
•Any device screen that supports VNC

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HMI
HMI screens are designed in UniLogic. In addition to the HMI screens, UniStream®
PLCs offer built-in HMI features, including:
•UniApps™: Access & edit data, monitor, troubleshoot, debug, and more
•Security: Multi-level password protection
•Alarms: Built-in system, ANSI/ISA standards
USB Action
files
Programmers can create files in UniLogic and save them to a USB mass storage
device, such as a flash drive. This enables the end user to implement certain actions
such as to update firmware, update network settings, download applications, extract
log files and more.
Comparison
table
Feature
B10/C10
Pro
B5/C5
Standard
B3/C3
Basic
I/O Expansion via Uni-I/O
Yes
No
Remote I/O Expansion via
Ethernet I/O Adapter (URB)
Up to 8
1
VFD
32
2
MicroSD
Yes
No*
Add-on COM modules
3
2
System Memory
6GB
3GB
3GB
MODBUS Slaves
Unlimited
Up to 8
Ethernet/IP Scanners
16
1
Ethernet/IP Adapters
32
8
Web Server
Yes
No
No
SQL Client
Yes
No
No
MQTT
Yes
PID Loops
64
2
Data Sampler/Trends
Yes
No
CSV files: creating/ reading
Yes
No
FTP, server/client
Yes
No
Saving Data Tables to SD
Yes
No*
Screenshots
Yes
No
Sending email attachments
Yes
No
USB device (programming
port)
Yes
No**
* Note that B3/C3 models do not support features requiring SD cards. In addition, Alarm History is not
retained after PLC reset.
** Note that B3/C3 models may be programmed only via Ethernet cable.

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Before You Begin
Before installing the device, the user must:
▪Read and understand this document.
▪Verify the Kit Contents.
Alert Symbols and General Restrictions
When any of the following symbols appear, read the associated information carefully.
Symbol
Meaning
Description
Danger
The identified danger causes physical and property damage.
Warning
The identified danger could cause physical and property damage.
Caution
Caution
Use caution.
▪All examples and diagrams are intended to aid understanding, and do not guarantee operation.
Unitronics accepts no responsibility for actual use of this product based on these examples.
▪Please dispose of this product according to local and national standards and regulations.
▪This product should be installed only by qualified personnel.
▪Failure to comply with appropriate safety guidelines can cause severe injury or property damage.
▪Do not attempt to use this device with parameters that exceed permissible levels.
▪Do not connect/disconnect the device when power is on.
Environmental Considerations
▪Ventilation: 10mm space is required between the device top/bottom edges and the enclosure’s
walls
▪Do not install in areas with: excessive or conductive dust, corrosive or flammable gas, moisture or
rain, excessive heat, regular impact shocks or excessive vibration, in accordance with the
standards and limitations given in the product’s technical specification sheet.
▪Do not place in water or let water leak onto the unit.
▪Do not allow debris to fall inside the unit during installation.
▪Install at maximum distance from high-voltage cables and power equipment.
Kit Contents
▪1 UniStream PLC
▪1 power terminal block
▪3 I/O terminal blocks (provided only with models
comprising built-in I/Os)
▪1 Battery

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Product Diagram
1
Output LEDs
Green / Red LEDs
Front View
2
Status LEDs
Tricolor LEDs, Green/Red/Orange
From top to bottom: RUN, ERROR,
USB, BATT. LOW, and FORCE.
Note that LED indications are listed in
the product's technical specifications.
3
DIN-rail clips
Clips at top and bottom physically
support the device
4
Input LEDs
Green / Red LEDs
5
Top Door,
Closed
Covers the Confirm button and the
USB Host port
6
Bottom Door,
Closed
Covers the internal door protecting the
battery and microSD slot.
7
Uni-COM™Jack
Connection port for Uni-COM CB
modules*. Shipped covered; leave
cover in place when not in use.
Top View
8
Ethernet ports
Two ports for Ethernet
communications.
9
Input/Output
connection
points
Model-dependent. Present in models
with built-in I/O configurations.
10
I/O Bus
connector
(Not shown) Connection point for Uni-
I/O™modules and I/O expansion
adapters, shipped covered. Leave
covered when not in use.
11
CONFIRM
Button
Used to implement and confirm USB
Actions.
12
USB Host port
Provides the interface for external USB
devices.

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Internal Door,
open
Open this to access the battery +
microSD slot.
Bottom View
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Power Supply
Input
Connection point for the controller
power source.
Connect the Terminal Block supplied
with the kit to the power cable.
15
USB Device
port
Use for application download and
direct PC-UniStream communication.
16
microSD Slot
Supports standard microSD cards.
17
Battery Holder
The battery is supplied installed; the
user must remove the pull tab during
installation.
* These are available by separate order.
Installation Space Considerations
Allocate space for:
▪The controller
▪I/O wiring
▪Access to ports, jacks, and the microSD card slot
▪Any modules that will be installed; ensure you allow space to install/uninstall modules
Module dimensions and installation instructions are in the modules’ specifications.
For exact dimensions, please refer to the Mechanical Dimensions shown below.
Mechanical Dimensions
Front View
Bottom View

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Mounting
Note
▪Mount on a standard DIN-rail.
▪Ensure that there is sufficient room on the sides of the device to allow for any I/O or COM
modules.
1. Push the device onto the DIN-rail until the
clips located at the top and bottom of the
unit have snapped onto the DIN-rail.
2. When properly mounted, the device is
squarely situated on the DIN-rail as shown
below.
Battery: Back-up, First Use, Installation, and Replacement
Back-up
In order to preserve back-up values for RTC and
system data in the event of power off, the battery
must be connected.
First Use
The battery is protected by the PLC’s bottom and
inner door.
The battery is supplied installed inside the unit, with
a plastic tab preventing contact.
Pull out this tab before using the device.
Battery Installation and Replacement
▪Use proper precautions to prevent Electro-Static Discharge (ESD) while servicing the battery.
Caution
▪To preserve back-up values for RTC and system data during battery replacement, the
controller must be powered.
▪Note that disconnecting the battery halts the preservation of back-up values and causes them
to be deleted.
1. Open the bottom and inner doors.
2 If there is a battery present, remove it.
3. Slide the battery into place.

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microSD Card Installation and Removal
▪Use proper precautions to prevent Electro-Static Discharge (ESD) while servicing the microSD
card.
1. To install the microSD card slide it into the slot
as shown in the accompanying figure, until the
card clicks into place.
2. To remove the card, press it into its slot lightly,
the spring ejects it.
Wiring
▪This equipment is designed to operate only at SELV/PELV/Class 2/Limited Power environments.
▪All power supplies in the system must include double insulation. Power supply outputs must be
rated as SELV/PELV/Class 2/Limited Power.
▪Do not connect either the ‘Neutral’ or ‘Line’ signal of the 110/220VAC to device’s 0V point.
▪Do not touch live wires.
▪All wiring activities should be performed while power is OFF.
▪Use over-current protection, such as a fuse or circuit breaker, to avoid excessive currents into the
power supply connection point.
▪Unused points should not be connected (unless otherwise specified). Ignoring this directive may
damage the device.
▪Double-check all wiring before turning on the power supply.
Caution
▪To avoid damaging the wire, use a maximum torque of 0.5 N·m (4.4 in-lb).
▪Do not use tin, solder, or any substance on stripped wire that might cause the wire strand to
break.
▪Install at maximum distance from high-voltage cables and power equipment.
Wiring Procedure
Use crimp terminals for wiring; use 26-12 AWG wire (0.13 mm2–3.31 mm2 )
1. Strip the wire to a length of 7±0.5mm (0.250–0.300 inches).
2. Unscrew the terminal to its widest position before inserting a wire.
3. Insert the wire completely into the terminal to ensure a proper connection.
4. Tighten enough to keep the wire from pulling free.
Wiring Guidelines
In order to ensure that the device will operate properly and to avoid electromagnetic interference:
▪Use a metal cabinet. Make sure the cabinet and its doors are properly earthed.
▪Use wires that are properly sized for the load.
▪Use shielded twisted pair cables for wiring High Speed and Analog I/O signals.
Use shielded cables for wiring thermocouple and RTD signals.
In either case, do not use the cable shield as a signal common / return path.
▪Route each I/O signal with its own dedicated common wire. Connect common wires at their
respective common (CM) points at the controller.

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▪Individually connect each 0V point and each common (CM) point in the system to the power supply
0V terminal, unless otherwise specified.
▪Individually connect each functional ground point ( ) to the earth of the system (preferably to the
metal cabinet chassis).
Use the shortest and thickest wires possible: less than 1m (3.3’) in length, minimum thickness 14
AWG (2 mm2).
▪Connect the power supply 0V to the earth of the system.
▪Earthing the cables' shield:
➢Connect the cable shield to the earth of the system (preferably to the metal cabinet chassis). Note
that the shield must be connected only at one end of the cable; it is recommended to earth the
shield at the PLC-side.
➢Keep shield connections as short as possible.
➢Ensure shield continuity when extending shielded cables.
NOTE
For detailed information, refer to the document System Wiring Guidelines,
located in the Technical Library in the Unitronics’ website.
Wiring the Power Supply
The controller requires an external power supply.
▪In the event of voltage fluctuations or non-conformity to voltage
power supply specifications, connect the device to a regulated
power supply.
Connect the +V and 0V
terminals as shown in the
accompanying figure.
Connecting Ports
▪Ethernet
CAT-5e shielded cable with RJ45 connector
▪USB Device
Use a standard USB cable, Type mini-B
▪USB Host
Standard USB Type-A plug

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Note that below, the letters “xx” that is used in the model numbers means that the section refers both to
B5/C5 and B10/C10 models.
I/O Connection Points
The IOs for these models are arranged in three
groups of fifteen points each, as shown in the figure
to the right.
Top groups
Input connection points
Bottom group
Output connection points
The function of certain I/Os may be adapted via
wiring and software settings.
Wiring the Digital Inputs
The digital inputs are arranged in two isolated groups:
▪I0-I8 share common CM0
▪I9-I12 share common CM2
Each group may be wired together as sink or source.
Inputs I9, I10, I11 and I12 can be configured as either normal digital inputs or as high speed inputs that
can receive high speed pulse signals from sensors or shaft encoders.
High Speed Input Modes
Following are the different pin assignments for the high speed
channels:
Channel 1
Channel 2
I9
I10
I11
I12
Quadrature
Phase
A
Phase B
Phase
A
Phase B
Pulse+Direct
ion
Pulse
Direction
Pulse
Direction
Pulse
Pulse
Normal
digital
Pulse
Normal
digital
NOTE
▪Input modes are set both by wiring and software.

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Input wiring, sink
Input wiring, source
High Speed Input wiring, sink
High Speed Input wiring, source
NOTE
Use sink input wiring to connect a sourcing (pnp) device.
Use source input wiring to connect a sinking (npn) device.

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Wiring Analog Inputs 0 to 3
All four inputs share the common point CM1.
NOTE
▪The inputs are not isolated.
▪Each input offers two modes: voltage or current. You can set each input independently.
▪The mode is determined by the hardware configuration within the software application.
▪Note that if, for example, you wire the input to current, you must also set it to current in the software application.
Voltage
Differential
Single-ended
Current
2-wire
3-wire
4-wire

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Wiring Analog Inputs 4 to 5
Both inputs share the common point CM3.
NOTE
▪Each input offers two modes: voltage or current. You can set each input independently.
The mode is determined both by wiring and by the hardware configuration within the
software application.
▪Voltage and current modes use distinct points. Connect only the point associated with the
selected mode; leave the other point unconnected.
Voltage
Differential
Single-ended
Current
2-wire
3-wire
4-wire

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Wiring the Temperature Inputs
NOTE
▪Each input offers three modes: thermocouple, mV or RTD. You can set each input
independently. The mode is determined both by wiring and by the hardware configuration
within the software application.
In order to ensure that the temperature inputs operate correctly, connect the points RTn+ and RTn- of
unused temperature inputs together. Note that ‘n’ designates input number).
Thermocouple and mV
Thermocouple
mV
About Thermocouple Isolation
Although the temperature inputs are isolated from the bus and the controller's power-supply port, they
are neither isolated from each other nor from the analog inputs. Therefore, temperature inputs isolation
may be bypassed when using an exposed-junction (non-isolated) thermocouple in conjunction with
analog inputs or another exposed-junction thermocouple, which can lead to flow of unwanted currents
through the thermocouple wires that might interfere with thermocouple voltage reading.
In order to maintain temperature inputs isolation when using one or more of the analog inputs or when
using more than one thermocouple, either:
▪Use isolated-junction thermocouples, or, if you are not using the analog inputs, you may use up to one
exposed-junction thermocouple;
▪Electrically isolate exposed-junction thermocouples from other electrically-conductive parts of the
system.

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RTD
NOTE
▪When connecting 3- or 4-wire RTDs, make sure to use conductors of the same type, width, and
length for all RTD wires, otherwise the accuracy will degrade.
▪When connecting 4-wire RTDs, use 3-wire cable and leave the unused wire unconnected and of
minimal length.
2-wire
3-wire
4-wire
Wiring the Source Transistor Outputs
Output’s power supply
The use of any of the outputs requires an
external 24VDC power supply as shown in the
accompanying figure.
Outputs
Connect the +VO and 0V terminals as shown
in the accompanying figure.
O0-O7 share common return 0V.

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Wiring the Analog Outputs
NOTE
▪The outputs are not isolated.
▪Each output offers two modes: voltage or current. You can set each output independently.
▪The mode is determined by the hardware configuration within the software application.
▪Note that if, for example, you wire the output to current input, you must also set it to current
in the software application.
CM4 is internally connected to the 0V point. To minimize EMI pickup by analog signals' wiring, do not
externally connect CM4 to the system 0V.
▪Do not use point CM4 for any purpose other than connecting the analog output load. Using it
for any other purpose may damage the controller.
Voltage / Current
Installing Uni-I/O™& Uni-COM™Modules
Refer to the Installation Guides provided with these modules.
▪Turn off system power before connecting or disconnecting any modules or devices.
▪Use proper precautions to prevent Electro-Static Discharge (ESD).
Uninstalling the Controller
1. Disconnect the power supply.
2. Remove all wiring and disconnect any installed devices according to the device’s installation guide.
3. Unscrew and remove the mounting brackets, taking care to support the device to prevent it from
falling during this procedure.

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UniStream® PLC
Technical Specifications
USC-B5-TA32, USC-B10-TA32,
USC-C5-TA32, USC-C10-TA32
Unitronics’ UniStream® PLCs are DIN-rail mounted Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) with a built-in
I/O configuration.
UniStream connects directly to UniCloud, Unitronics' IIoT cloud platform using built-in UniCloud
connectivity. More information about UniCloud is available at www.unitronics.cloud.
Model numbers in this document
USC
-
B
5
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TA32
TA32
•14 x Digital inputs, 24VDC, sink/source,
including 2 High speed counter input channels (1)
•4 x Analog inputs, 0÷10V / 0÷20mA, 12 bits
•2 x Analog inputs, 0÷10V / 0÷20mA, 14 bits
•2 x Temperature inputs, RTD / Thermocouple
•10 x Transistor outputs, pnp,
including 2 PWM output channels
•2 x Analog outputs, 0÷10V / -10÷10V /
0÷20mA / 4÷20mA, 12 bits
5
Standard
10
Pro, offers additional features, detailed below
B
With UniCloud enabled functionality
C
With built-in 5 years UniCloud start-up subscription
with no additional payment required for this period.
Installation Guides are available in the Unitronics Technical Library at www.unitronicsplc.com.

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Power Supply
Input voltage
24VDC
Permissible range
20.4VDC to 28.8VDC
Max.
current consumption
0.42A@24VDC
Isolation
None
General
I/O support
Up to 2,048 I/O points
Built-in I/O
According to model
Local Uni-I/O™
support
Up to 8 I/O modules can be connected directly to the controller.
You can connect up to 88 I/O modules to a single controller using Local I/O
Expansion adapters (2). For complete details refer to Local I/O Expansion
adapters technical specification.
Remote I/O
Up to 8 UniStream Remote I/O Adapters (URB)
Communication ports
Built-in COM ports
Specifications are provided below in the section Communications
Add-on Ports
Add up to 3 ports to a single controller using Uni-COM™UAC-CB Modules (3).
Internal memory
Standard (B5/C5)
Pro (B10/C10)
RAM: 512MB
ROM: 3GB system memory
1GB user memory
RAM: 1GB
ROM: 6GB system memory
2GB user memory
Ladder memory
1 MB
External memory
microSD or microSDHC card
Size: up to 32GB, Data Speed: up to 200Mbps
Bit operation
0.13 µs
Battery
Model: 3V CR2032 Lithium battery (4)
Battery lifetime: 4 years typical, at 25°C
Battery Low detection and indication (via BATT. LOW indicator and via System
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Communication (Built-in Ports)
Ethernet port
Number of ports
2
Port type
10/100 Base-T (RJ45)
Auto crossover
Yes
Auto negotiation
Yes
Isolation voltage
500VAC for 1 minute
Cable
Shielded CAT5e cable, up to 100 m (328 ft)
USB device (5)
Number of ports
1
Port type
Mini-B
Data rate
USB 2.0 (480Mbps)
Isolation
None
Cable
USB 2.0 compliant; < 3 m (9.84 ft)
USB host
Number of ports
1
Port type
Type A
Data rate
USB 2.0 (480Mbps)
Isolation
None
Cable
USB 2.0 compliant; < 3 m (9.84 ft)
Over current
protection
Yes

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Digital Inputs
Number of inputs
13
Type
Sink or Source
Isolation voltage
Input to bus
500VAC for 1 minute
Input to input
None
Nominal voltage
I0-I8: 24VDC @ 6mA
I9-I12: 24VDC @ 8mA
Input voltage
Sink/Source
On state: 15-30VDC, 4mA min.
Off state: 0-5VDC, 1mA max.
Nominal impedance
I0-I8: 4kΩ
I9-I12: 3kΩ
Filter
I0-I8: 6ms typical
I9-I12: 5.5µs, 50µs, 0.5ms, 6ms, 12ms
High speed inputs (1)
Frequency /
Period
Pulse/Direction mode: 90kHz max. / 11.1s min
(tpin the Pulse/Dir Mode figure below).
Quadrature mode: 80kHz max. / 12.5s min
(tpin the Quadrature Mode figure below).
Pulse width
Pulse/Direction mode: 5.1s min. for each state
(twin Pulse/Dir Mode figure below).
Quadrature mode: 2.5s min. for each state
(twin Quadrature Mode figure below).
Cable
Shielded twisted pair
Quadrature Mode
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Analog Inputs 0 to 3
Number of inputs
4
Input range (6) (7)
Input Type
Nominal Values
Over-range Values *
0 ÷ 10VDC
0 ≤ Vin ≤ 10VDC
10 < Vin ≤ 10.15VDC
0 ÷ 20mA
0 ≤ in ≤ 20mA
20 < in ≤ 20.3mA
*Overflow (8) is declared when an input value exceeds the Over-range boundary.
Absolute maximum
rating
±30V (Voltage), ±30mA (Current)
Isolation
None
Conversion method
Successive approximation
Resolution
12 bits
Accuracy
(25°C / -20°C to
55°C)
±0.3% / ±0.9% of full scale
Input impedance
541kΩ (Voltage), 248Ω (Current)
Noise rejection
10Hz, 50Hz, 60Hz, 400Hz
Step response (9)
(0 to 100% of final
value)
Smoothing
Noise Rejection Frequency
400Hz
60Hz
50Hz
10Hz
None
2.7ms
16.86ms
20.2ms
100.2ms
Weak
10.2ms
66.86ms
80.2ms
400.2ms
Medium
20.2ms
133.53ms
160.2ms
800.2ms
Strong
40.2ms
266.86ms
320.2ms
1600.2ms
Update time (9)
Noise Rejection Frequency
Update Time
400Hz
5ms
60Hz
4.17ms
50Hz
5ms
10Hz
10ms
Operational signal
range (signal +
common mode)
Voltage mode –AIx: -1V ÷ 10.5V ; CM1: -1V ÷ 0.5V
Current mode –AIx: -1V ÷ 5.5V ; CM1: -1V ÷ 0.5V
(x=0 to 3)
Cable
Shielded twisted pair
Diagnostics (8)
Analog input overflow