West Control Solutions ProVU4 User manual

ProVU4 Controller, Profiler & Recorder/Controller - Product Manual
ProVU4 Graphical Controller
with optional Profiling & Recording
User Guide
Part Number: 59407-3
Price: £13.00
$20.00
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This manual supplements the Concise Product manual(s) supplied with each instrument at
the time of shipment. Information in this installation, wiring and operation manual is subject to
change without notice.
Copyright © May 2011, Danaher Corporation, all rights reserved. No part of this publication
may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed or stored in a retrieval system, or translated into
any language in any form by any means without the written permission of West Instruments.
Copies of this manual are available in electronic format on the West Instruments web site
(www.west-cs.com) Printed versions are available from West Instruments or its
representatives.
Note:
It is strongly recommended that applications incorporate a high or low limit protective
device, which will shut down the equipment at a preset process condition in order to
prevent possible damage to property or products.
WARNING:
THE INTERNATIONAL HAZARD SYMBOL IS INSCRIBED ADJACENT TO THE REAR
CONNECTION TERMINALS. IT IS IMPORTANT TO READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE
INSTALLING OR COMMISSIONING THE UNIT.
WARNING:
THIS SYMBOL MEANS THE EQUIPMENT IS PROTECTED THROUGHOUT BY DOUBLE
INSULATION.
Products covered by this manual are suitable for Indoor use, Installation Category II,
Pollution category 2 environments.
This user guide covers all versions of the West ProVU4 controller.

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Warranty and Returns Statement
These products are sold by West Instruments under the warranties set forth in the following
paragraphs. Such warranties are extended only with respect to a purchase of these products,
as new merchandise, directly from West Instruments or from a West Instruments distributor,
representative or reseller and are extended only to the first buyer thereof who purchases
them other than for the purpose of resale.
Warranty
These products are warranted to be free from functional defects in material and workmanship
at the time the products leave West Instruments factory and to conform at that time to the
specifications set forth in the relevant West instruction manuals sheet or sheets, for such
products for a period of 18 months.
THERE ARE NO EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE
WARRANTIES HEREIN AND ABOVE SET FORTH. NO WARRANTY IS MADE OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH RESPECT TO THE
PRODUCTS.
Limitations
West shall not be liable for any incidental damages, consequential damages, special
damages, or any other damages, costs or expenses excepting only the cost or expense of
repair or replacement as described above. Products must be installed and maintained in
accordance with West Instruments instructions. There is no warranty against damage to the
product resulting from corrosion. Users are responsible for the suitability of the products to
their application.
For a valid warranty claim, the product must be returned carriage paid to the supplier within
the warranty period. The product must be properly packaged to avoid damage from
Electrostatic Discharge or other forms of harm during transit.

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How to use this manual
This manual is structured to give easy access to the information required for all aspects of
the installation and use and of the Graphical Controller. The main sections are shown here,
followed by a full table of contents.
Section 1: Introduction - A brief description of the product and it’s features.
Section 2: Installation - Unpacking, installing and panel mounting instructions.
Section 3: Field Upgrade Options - Installation of the plug-in option modules.
Section 4: Wiring Instructions - Guidance on good wiring practice, noise avoidance,
wiring diagrams and input/output connections.
Section 5: Powering Up - Powering up procedure and descriptions of displays & switches.
Section 6: Messages & Error Indications - Display Messages and fault indications.
Section 7: Configuration & Use - Describes operating and configuration modes available.
These include Operation Mode; the Main and Configuration menus; the Easy Setup Wizard;
Supervisor Mode; Automatic tuning; Product and Service Information. Also available on
some models are menus to setup the USB, Data Recorder and Profiler features.
Section 8: The USB Interface Option – Describes uploading or downloading of
instrument settings, profiles or recorder logs to a USB memory stick.
Section 9: The Data Recorder Option – Describes the Data recorder feature. This allows
process data to be stored in to memory for later download and analysis.
Section 10: The Profiler Option – Describes the Profiler feature. A profile controls the
value of the setpoint over time; increasing, decreasing or holding its value as required.
Section 11: Manually Tuning Controllers -Advice on manually adjusting the controller to
the process characteristics.
Sections 12: Serial Communications -Details the physical layer and message formats
used for the RS485 and Ethernet communications options.
Sections 13: Modbus Parameters -Details the parameter addresses and data formats used
for the Modbus RTU and TCP communications protocols.
Section 14: Calibration -Step-by-step instructions to calibrate the instrument. This section
is intended for use by suitably qualified personnel.
Appendix 1: Glossary -Explanations of the terms used and product features.
Appendix 2: PC Software –Using the software suite.
Appendix 3: Specifications -Technical specifications for all products in the range.
Appendix 4: Product Coding - Product model/ordering codes.

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Contents Page Number:
Warranty and Returns Statement.................................................................................................... iv
1 Introduction .......................................................................................................................... 14
2 Installation ............................................................................................................................ 15
Unpacking ...........................................................................................................................................15
Installation...........................................................................................................................................15
Panel-Mounting ...................................................................................................................................15
Cleaning..............................................................................................................................................16
3 Field Upgrade Options......................................................................................................... 17
Options Modules and Functions...........................................................................................................17
Preparing to Install or Remove Options Modules..................................................................................18
Removing/Replacing Option Modules ..................................................................................................19
Replacing the Instrument in its Housing ...............................................................................................20
Auto Detection of Option Modules........................................................................................................20
Replacement of Power Supply or Input Boards ....................................................................................20
Data Recorder Board...........................................................................................................................21
Profiler Enabling ..................................................................................................................................21
4 Electrical Installation ........................................................................................................... 22
Installation Considerations...................................................................................................................22
AC Power Wiring - Neutral (for 100 to 240V AC versions) ....................................................................22
Wire Isolation.......................................................................................................................................22
Use of Shielded Cable .........................................................................................................................23
Noise Suppression at Source...............................................................................................................23
Sensor Placement (Thermocouple or RTD)..........................................................................................24
Thermocouple Wire Identification Chart ...............................................................................................24
Connections and Wiring.......................................................................................................................25
Power Connections ........................................................................................................................26
Universal Input Connections...........................................................................................................27
Option Slot 1 Connections ..............................................................................................................29
Option Slot 2 Connections ..............................................................................................................30
Option Slot 3 Connections ..............................................................................................................32
Option Slot 4 Connections ..............................................................................................................35
Option Slot A Connections..............................................................................................................36
Option Slot B Connections..............................................................................................................37
5 Powering Up ......................................................................................................................... 38
Powering Up Procedure.......................................................................................................................38
Front Panel Overview ..........................................................................................................................38
Display ................................................................................................................................................38
LED Functions.....................................................................................................................................39
Keypad................................................................................................................................................39

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6 Messages and Error Indications..........................................................................................40
Start-up Errors.....................................................................................................................................40
Input Problems ....................................................................................................................................40
USB Data Transfer Problems...............................................................................................................41
Getting Help ........................................................................................................................................41
7 Configuration and Use .........................................................................................................42
Operation Mode...................................................................................................................................42
Base, Trend & Profile Operating Screens....................................................................................... 42
Adjusting the Local Setpoint(s) ...................................................................................................... 44
Adjusting the Setpoint Ramp Rate ................................................................................................. 45
Selecting Automatic or Manual Mode............................................................................................. 45
Control Enable or Disable.............................................................................................................. 45
Main Menu...........................................................................................................................................46
Entry into the Main Menu............................................................................................................... 46
Unlock Codes................................................................................................................................ 46
Setup Wizard.......................................................................................................................................47
Manual entry to the Setup Wizard.................................................................................................. 47
Supervisor Mode .................................................................................................................................48
Entry into Supervisor Mode............................................................................................................ 48
Configuration Menu .............................................................................................................................49
Entry into the Configuration Menu.................................................................................................. 49
Input Configuration Sub-Menu .............................................................................................................50
Control Configuration Sub-Menu..........................................................................................................51
Output Configuration Sub-Menu...........................................................................................................53
Alarm Configuration Sub-Menu ............................................................................................................54
Communications Configuration Sub-Menu ...........................................................................................54
Recorder Configuration Sub-Menu.......................................................................................................55
Clock Configuration Sub-Menu ............................................................................................................56
Display Configuration Sub-Menu..........................................................................................................56
Lock Code View...................................................................................................................................57
Lost Lock Codes............................................................................................................................ 57
Resetting To Defaults ..........................................................................................................................58
Automatic Tuning Menu .......................................................................................................................58
Profiler Setup Menu.............................................................................................................................59
Profiler Control Menu...........................................................................................................................62
USB Menu...........................................................................................................................................63
Recorder Menu....................................................................................................................................64
Product Information Mode....................................................................................................................64
Service Information Mode ....................................................................................................................65
8 The USB Interface.................................................................................................................66
Using the USB Port..............................................................................................................................66

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USB Memory Stick Folders & Files .................................................................................................66
9 The Data Recorder Option ................................................................................................... 67
Introduction .........................................................................................................................................67
Changes To Operation Mode...............................................................................................................67
10 The Profiler Option............................................................................................................... 68
Profile Components .............................................................................................................................68
Profile Starting & Standard Segments..................................................................................................69
Loops Segments..................................................................................................................................70
Profile Running / Holding vs. Hold Segments.......................................................................................70
The Auto-Hold Feature ........................................................................................................................71
Profile Cycles & Repeat Sequences.....................................................................................................72
Power/Signal Lost Recovery Actions....................................................................................................72
Profile End Actions ..............................................................................................................................73
Profile Abort Actions ............................................................................................................................74
11 Manually Tuning Controllers ............................................................................................... 75
Single Control Tuning (PID with Primary Output only) ..........................................................................75
Dual Control Tuning (PID with Primary and Secondary Outputs) ..........................................................76
PI Tuning (Valve, Damper & Speed Controllers) ..................................................................................76
Fine Tuning. ........................................................................................................................................78
12 Serial Communications........................................................................................................ 79
Supported Protocols ............................................................................................................................79
RS485 Configuration ...........................................................................................................................79
Ethernet Configuration.........................................................................................................................79
Supported Modbus Functions ..............................................................................................................81
Function Descriptions ..........................................................................................................................81
Exception Responses.....................................................................................................................83
13 Modbus Parameters............................................................................................................. 84
Example Register Address Calculations .........................................................................................84
Universal Process Input Parameters....................................................................................................85
Option Slot A Parameters ....................................................................................................................87
Option Slot B Parameters ....................................................................................................................88
Option Slot 1 Parameters.....................................................................................................................89
Option Slot 2 Parameters.....................................................................................................................91
Option Slot 3 Parameters.....................................................................................................................94
Option Slot 4 Parameters.....................................................................................................................97
Setpoint Parameters..........................................................................................................................102
Control Parameters............................................................................................................................103
Alarm parameters..............................................................................................................................105
Recorder & Clock Parameters............................................................................................................107
Display Parameters ...........................................................................................................................110
Profiler Control & Status Parameters .................................................................................................113

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Profile Setup Via Modbus...................................................................................................................115
Instrument Data.................................................................................................................................130
14 Calibration...........................................................................................................................131
Calibration Reminder .........................................................................................................................131
Equipment Required For Checking or Calibrating The Universal Input................................................131
Calibration Check ..............................................................................................................................131
Recalibration Procedure ....................................................................................................................132
15 Appendix 1 – Glossary of Terms Used..............................................................................133
Active Setpoint...................................................................................................................................133
Actual Setpoint ..................................................................................................................................133
Alarm Configuration...........................................................................................................................133
Alarm Operation ................................................................................................................................135
Alarm Inhibit ......................................................................................................................................136
Alarm Types ......................................................................................................................................136
Alternative Setpoint............................................................................................................................136
Auto Pre-Tune ...................................................................................................................................136
Automatic Reset ................................................................................................................................136
Auxiliary Input....................................................................................................................................137
Auxiliary Input Lower Limit .................................................................................................................137
Auxiliary Input Offset..........................................................................................................................137
Auxiliary Input Type ...........................................................................................................................137
Auxiliary Input Upper Limit .................................................................................................................137
Band Alarm Value..............................................................................................................................137
Bar Graphs........................................................................................................................................138
Bias (Manual Reset) ..........................................................................................................................138
Bumpless Transfer.............................................................................................................................138
Cascade Control................................................................................................................................138
Clock Configuration ...........................................................................................................................139
Communications Write Enable...........................................................................................................139
Configuration Menu ...........................................................................................................................139
Contactor...........................................................................................................................................139
Control Configuration.........................................................................................................................139
Control Deviation ...............................................................................................................................140
Control Action....................................................................................................................................140
Control Enable/Disable ......................................................................................................................140
Control Type......................................................................................................................................140
Controller...........................................................................................................................................140
Controller Mode.................................................................................................................................140
Correcting Variable............................................................................................................................140
CPU ..................................................................................................................................................141
Current Proportioning Control ............................................................................................................141