Installation and Setup
APD 6010
Mounting to a DIN Rail
Install module vertically on a 35 mm DIN rail in a protective
enclosure away from heat sources. Do not block air flow. Allow
1" (25 mm) above and below housing
vents for air circulation.
1. Tilt front of module downward and posi-
tion against DIN rail.
2. Clip lower mount to bottom edge of
DIN rail.
3. Push front of module upward until
upper mount snaps into place.
Removal
1. Push up on the bottom back of the
module.
2. Tilt front of module downward
to release upper mount from top
edge of DIN rail.
3. The module can now be removed from
the DIN rail.
Calibration
Input and output ranges are factory pre-
configured (at 24°C ±1°C). Front-mounted Zero and Span
potentiometers are used to calibrate the output to compensate
for load and lead variations.
1. Apply power to the module and allow a minimum 20 minute
warm up time.
2. Using an accurate calibration source, provide an input to
the module equal to the minimum input required for the
application.
3. Using an accurate measurement device for the output,
adjust the Zero potentiometer for the exact minimum output
desired. The Zero control should only be adjusted when the
input signal is at its minimum. This will produce the cor-
responding minimum output signal. For example: 4 mA for
a 4-20 mA output or –10 V for a ±10V output.
4. Set the input at maximum and adjust the Span pot for the
exact maximum output desired. The Span control should
only be adjusted when the input signal is at its maximum.
This will produce the corresponding maximum output
signal. Example: for 4-20 mA output, the Span control will
provide adjustment for the 20 mA or high end of the signal.
5. Repeat adjustments for maximum accuracy.
Output Test Function
When the Test button is depressed it will drive the output with a
known good signal that can be used as a diagnostic aid during
initial start-up or troubleshooting. When released, the output
will return to normal.
The Test Cal. potentiometer is factory set to approximately
50% output. It can be adjusted to set the test output from 0 to
100% of the output span. Press and hold the Test button and
adjust the Test Cal. potentiometer for the desired output level.
Operation
The APD 6010 accepts an AC voltage or current input and
provides an optically isolated DC voltage or current output that
is linearly related to the input.
The green LoopTracker
®
input LED provides a visual indication
that a signal is being sensed by the input circuitry of the mod-
ule. It also indicates the input signal strength by changing in
intensity as the process changes from minimum to maximum.
If the LED fails to illuminate, or fails to change in intensity as
the process changes, check the module power or signal input
wiring. Note that it may be difficult to see the LEDs under bright
lighting conditions.
The red LoopTracker output LED provides a visual indication
that the output signal is functioning. It becomes brighter as
the input and the corresponding output change from minimum
to maximum.
For current outputs, the red LED will only light if the output loop
current path is complete. For either current or voltage outputs,
failure to illuminate or a failure to change in intensity as the
process changes may indicate a problem with the module
power or signal output wiring.
Precautions
WARNING! All wiring must be performed by a qualified electri-
cian or instrumentation engineer. See diagram for terminal
designations and wiring examples. Consult factory for assis-
tance.
WARNING! Avoid shock hazards! Turn signal input, output, and
power off before connecting or disconnecting wiring, or remov-
ing or installing module.
Précautions
ATTENTION! Tout le câblage doit être effectué par un élec-
tricien ou ingénieur en instrumentation qualifié. Voir le dia-
gramme pour désignations des bornes et des exemples de
câblage. Consulter l'usine pour assistance.
ATTENTION! Éviter les risques de choc! Fermez le signal
d'entrée, le signal de sortie et l'alimentation électrique avant
de connecter ou de déconnecter le câblage, ou de retirer ou
d'installer le module.
Electrical Connections
Polarity must be observed for output wiring connections. If the
output does not function, check wiring and polarity.
See wiring diagrams at right. Observe polarity. If the output
does not function, check wiring and polarity.
*
Do not make any connections to unused terminals or use
them as wiring junctions for external devices. This may cause
permanent damage to the module!
Each product is factory configured to your exact input and
output ranges as indicated on the serial number label.
Input
For an AC signal is it not necessary to observe polarity when
connecting the input.
Connect the AC signal input to terminals 9 and 11 as shown in
the wiring diagram.
Voltage Output
If your receiving device (such as a PLC or a display) uses a
voltage input, use terminals 3 and 4 as shown in the wiring
diagram.
Current Output
Determine if your receiving device (such as a PLC or a display)
provides power to the current loop or if the loop must be pow-
ered by the APD module. Typical voltage may be 9-24 VDC at
your device's input terminals if it provides power to the loop.
If your device does not power the current loop, the APD can
provide power using terminals 3 and 4 as shown as shown in
the wiring diagram.
If it provides power to the loop or an external supply provides
power to the loop, use terminals 2 and 3 as shown as shown
in the wiring diagram.
Module Power
Check model/serial number label for module operating voltage
to make sure it matches available power.
When using DC power, either polarity is acceptable, but for
consistency with similar API products, positive (+) can be wired
to terminal 13 and negative (–) can be wired to terminal 16.
The power supplies are fuse protected and the unit may be
returned to API for fuse replacement.
Type of Input Device
Terminal
Terminal
Device with an AC voltage or
AC milliamp output.
9
11
Type of Device for Output
– Terminal
+ Terminal
Measuring/recording device
accepts a voltage input.
3 (
–)
4
(
+)
Measuring/recording device
accepts a mA (current) input
and the input is unpowered or
passive. APD module provides
the loop power.
3 (
–)
4
(+20 V)
Measuring/recording device
accepts a mA (current) input
and provides power to the
current loop.
2 (
–)
3
(
+)
AC Signal Input
10
9
11
12
mVAC,
VAC or
mAAC
Test Cal.
Span
Zero
Test
Output
Input
Loop
Tracker
APD 6010
AC to DC
Isolated Transmitter
Loop
Tracker
Output Test Level
Adjustment
Push to Test
Output
Output Span
Calibration
Output Zero
Calibration
Variable Brightness
Input Indicator
Variable Brightness
Output Indicator
6
5
7
8
External Contact
for Test Function
+
–
–
+
mA
Device
R
i
Loop
Supply
Sinking mA Output
2
1
3
4
–
+
–
+
Voltage
Device
Voltage Output
2
1
3
4
–
+20V
mA
Device
R
i
Sourcing mA Output
2
1
3
4
To maintain full isolation avoid combining power supplies
in common with input, output, or unit power.
13 Power AC or DC +
14
Earth Ground
16 Power AC or DC –
14
13
15
16
Cu 60/75°C
conductors
14 AWG
max.
Spring
Clip
Upper
Mount
Lower
Mount
1
2 3 4
5 6
7 8
9
10
11
12
13 14
15
16
Input
Output Test
Output
Power
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Module powers mA output loop
Module mA output is unpowered
mA output: determine if receiving device has a passive or powered
input. The module can be wired for a sinking or sourcing mA output.
3- or 4-wire transmitter
or 2 wire transmitter with
external power supply
* Do not make
connections to
unused terminals!
* Do not make connections
to unused terminals!
