ETC RCPW

1.0 GENERAL
3.2 Connection using Configuration Module
4.0 PROGRAMMING
RCPW (Remote Configuration Package for Windows) runs on a PC and
communicates via an interface adaptor to enable re-programming and
interrogation of the transmitter.
When configuration is made using an existing loop, the loop power supply
must be capable of supplying 30mA and the load resistor chosen so that
at least 10v remains across the transmitter, taking into account all other
volt drops within the loop.
4.1 Menu Structures
2.0 UNPACKING
Please check carefully for any signs of shipping damage. The packaging
has been designed to afford maximum protection, however, we cannot
guarantee that mishandling will not cause damage. In the case of this
unlikely event, please contact your supplier immediately for a Returns
number and we will send a form to be completed and returned with the
instrument. Please retain the packaging for subsequent inspection.
There are two possible methods of connecting the PC to the transmitter
as below.
(A) Configurator Powered Programming
RCPW contains the following menus: File, View, Options, Devices and
Help. These options can be selected with the mouse or by simultaneously
depressing <ALT> and the letter underlined as above. Once a menu
option has been selected, the status bar shows a brief description of the
functions which are as follows:
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• Check that the power supply is the correct voltage for your country.
Black
Lead
Red
Lead
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Ribbon Cable
Connected to
PC serial port
Power
Supply
3.0 CONFIGURATION
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Power
Supply
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A programming kit package is available containing all the accessories to
facilitate programming the transmitter straight away. The full contents are
as follows:
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The configurator for connection between the PC and the mAsignal of the transmitter
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Power supply unit with output 24 V DC, 150 mA for connection to
mains
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RCPW Installation disk
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Instructions (this document)
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Transmitter to configurator connection cable
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RIBBON CABLE
Connected to
PC serial port
(B) Configuration for In-Loop Programming
Loop
power
supply
24V
Minimum
Loop Load
250 Ω
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Minimum
Loop Load
250 Ω
Field wiring
+ 24V
- SYSTEM
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3.1 PC Installation of RCPW
Minimum PC operating system: Windows™ 3.1
Minimum PC requirement:
IBM® compatible 386 or above with 4mb
RAM and available serial port
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Black
Lead
Red
Lead
5
Ribbon Cable
Connected to
PC serial port
DESCRIPTION
File
New
Open
Close
Save
Save As
Print
Print Preview
Print Setup
Exit
Create a new device template
Open an existing template
Close template
Save template
Save template as...
Print the active document
Preview the active document
Setup options for printing
Exit RCPW
View
Toolbar
Status Bar
Show or hide the toolbar
Show or hide the status bar
Options
Set Password
Enable Password
Set Comm port
Enable Config. Verification
Set Network Mode
Set or change the password
Enable or disable the password
Choose serial comms port
Enable verification of parameters
Set network to single or multi device
Devices
Scan Devices
Configure
Read
Modify Device Address
Monitor
Scan for devices on the network
Configure device with template parameter
Read device parameter into template
Modify the address of a device
Monitor devices
Help
Help
About
Detailed help
Program information, version, copyright
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Insert the "RCPW" disk into your PC and run A:\Setup.
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Programming Socket
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Installation directory for the storage defaults to C:\RCPW which can be
amended. Icons are automatically created to run RCPW and to uninstall.
FUNCTION
RIBBON CABLE
Connected to
PC serial port
3.3 Connection with direct cable (Optional extra)
Power
Supply
ACC200/06 Cable
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Template example is shown below, fields automatically update when
changing sensor type etc.
4.3
Troubleshooting
a)
Re-check the connections and electrical conditions.
b)
Check the chosen transmitter type and comms protocol:
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Choose File, New and correct the transmitter type the software
expects to communicate with.
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Check comms protocol: Select "Options" and "Set network
mode" , select "Single Device Mode"” and check that
communication protocol is marked for the connected transmitter.
4.4
Some useful Hints
With Output adjustment you can adjust both the output and input range.
Note that the software will recalculate the given data to a new input range
that matches the standard output range 4-20 mA.
Templates can be loaded/saved and uploaded/downloaded using the
function list or icons from the previous page.
4.2 Programming instructions
Sensor Offset: e.g. 0.1 means that a 0.1ºC is all the time added to each
measured value. The values shown in the Monitor function are not
affected by the given Sensor Offset value.
RCPW
CONFIGURATION
MODULE
For configuration of
Programmable Transmitters
To Save a configuration means to store it as a file. When a file is opened
remember that the file format may be different for different type of
transmitters.
Please take the following into account:
A)
Decimal numbers: the . (decimal point) is to be used.
B)
The parameters uploaded to the transmitter will over-write the
previous settings.
C)
The Help menu gives further information about the program
functions.
D)
When using configuration module connected to the normal
measuring loop (as 3.2b) caution has to be taken for the
following:
The loop supply unit must be able to deliver 32 mA continuously.
The load resistance at loop current 32 mA must not cause the
voltage drop across the transmitter to become less than 10 V.
The load resistance has to be at least 250 ohms.
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The 32 mA in the mA-loop will be drawn directly when the
configurator is connected. Make sure that alarms and trip are
deactivated.
To get started:
a)
b)
c)
Connect the unit as shown in Fig. 3.2 and 3.2.
Read the actual configuration (setup status) of your connected
transmitter by clicking in the read button.
After a successful reading the template box will appear as shown
above. You may now amend fields as necessary.
Every effort has been taken to ensure the accuracy of this specification,
however we do not accept responsibility for damage, injury, loss or
expense resulting from errors and omissions, and we reserve the right
of amendment without notice.
Stock code : 52-214-2244-01
Issue : 01