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6-DIGIT, 0.56" (14.2 mm) HIGH LED DISPLAY (APLR)

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CRYSTAL-CONTROLLED TIME-BASE PROGRAMMABLE UP TO
32.764 SECONDS PROVIDES DIRECT-READING FOR ANY RATE
UNITS

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0.02% ACCURACY

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PROGRAMMABLE DECIMAL POINTS

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FREQUENCY DOUBLING

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PROGRAMMABLE INPUT CIRCUIT, ACCEPTS OUTPUTS FROM
A WIDE VARIETY OF SENSORS

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LEADING ZERO BLANKING

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POWER-UP SELF-TEST

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NEMA 4/IP65 SEALED FRONT METAL BEZEL

DESCRIPTION

The Apollo Time Base Rate Indicators (Model APLR) and Module (Model

PBLR), provide the versatility and flexibility needed to accommodate virtually
any rate measuring need. Based on Micro-processor technology, this unit
represents the optimum in cost/performance ratio.

This unit has the ability to scale for direct readout in terms of the units being

measured. Whether a machine produces bottles, cloth, wire, or beverage mix,
operation is enhanced when the rate readout is expressed directly in
bottles/min., feet/min., gallons/hour, or whatever units are needed in plant
operations. The APLR/PBLR can provide this capability through its settable
time base, programmable decimal points, and frequency doubling functions.

The APLR/PBLR can also accommodate magnetic pickups, as well as logic

(sourcing output)

sensors and NPN open collector 

(sinking output)

sensors.

This unit also has a self-test feature, which checks all the micro-processor

and display driver circuitry after power-up 

(if enabled)

. This self-test also can

be used to test the time base select DIP switches and decimal point select DIP
switches, to make certain all switches are functioning properly.

Power and input connections are made via a removable terminal block,

located at the rear of the unit. Each terminal can accept one #14 AWG wire. DIP
switches at the side of the unit are used to program the input configuration.

The Apollo Rate Indicator has a sealed metal die-cast bezel which meets

NEMA 4/IP65 specifications for wash-down and/or dust, when properly
installed. Two mounting clips are provided for easy installation. The Time Base
Rate Indicator uses a 6-digit, 0.56" (14.2 mm) high LED display, which is
readable to 23 feet (7 M).

SAFETY SUMMARY

All safety related regulations, local codes and instructions that appear in the

manual or on equipment must be observed to ensure personal safety and to
prevent damage to either the instrument or equipment connected to it. If
equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection
provided by the equipment may be impaired.

SPECIFICATIONS

1. 

DISPLAY:

6-Digit, 0.56" (14.2 mm) high LED display. (APLR)

2. 

POWER REQUIREMENTS:

APLR

AC Operation

: Available in two voltages.

115 VAC, ±10%, 50/60 Hz, 14 VA or
230 VAC, ±10%, 50/60 Hz, 14 VA

DC Operation

:

24 VDC, 10% @ 0.6 A max.

Note: All available units can be powered at Terminal #3 from a 11 to 14

VDC, 0.6 A max. power supply.

PBLR

AC Operation

: Switch selected via the LDD power supply board,

115/230 (+/-10%), 50/60 Hz, 10 VA for 4-digit, 15 VA for 6 digit

(including LDD)

.

3. 

SENSOR POWER:

+12 VDC, ±25% @ 100 mA max.

4. 

MAXIMUM OPERATING FREQUENCY:

10 KHz, 50% duty cycle.

10,000 cps with min. pulse width 

“ON”

and 

“OFF”

times of 50 µsec.

5. 

TIME BASE SELECTION RANGE: 

0.004 to 32.764 seconds.

6. 

ACCURACY:

0.02%

7. 

MAXIMUM INPUT VOLTAGE AND CURRENT: 

When the 

“SIG. IN”

(Terminal 5) is driven from external signal voltages, max. voltage swing is
±50 V peak. Input voltage can be dropped by an external series resistance that
limits input current to ±5 mA. 

(These ratings are for S3 “OFF”.)

MODELS APLR - APOLLO 6-DIGIT RATE INDICATOR [TIME BASE] AND

PBLR - 4/6 DIGIT MODULE FOR USE WITH THE LARGE DIGIT DISPLAY (LDD)

DIMENSIONS  In inches (mm)

Note: Recommended minimum clearance (behind the panel) for

mounting clip installation is 2.1" (53.4) H x 5.5" (140) W.

PANEL CUT-OUT

CAUTION: Risk of Danger.

Read complete instructions prior to

installation and operation of the unit.

CAUTION: Risk of electric shock.

Bulletin No.  APLR-N
Drawing No.  LP0118
Released  6/06

Summary of Contents for APLR Series

Page 1: ...die cast bezel which meets NEMA 4 IP65 specifications for wash down and or dust when properly installed Two mounting clips are provided for easy installation The Time Base Rate Indicator uses a 6 digi...

Page 2: ...puts as well as the 5 V and higher logic levels S1 ON MAG PKUP Connects a 0 1 f damping input capacitor from input to common This capacitor is used only with magnetic pickup inputs and serves to filte...

Page 3: ...rom contactors control relays transformers and other noisy components 5 In extremely high EMI environments the use of external EMI suppression devices such as ferrite suppression cores is effective In...

Page 4: ...ure to direct sunlight may accelerate the aging process of the bezel Do not use tools of any kind screwdrivers pens pencils etc to operate the keypad of the unit INSTALLATION PBLR installation informa...

Page 5: ...P switch 2 2 As shown above DIP switches 2 and 4 8 are all set to ON If it is desired to know what the time is in seconds multiply 250 x 0 004 sec 1 sec Note This is the set up for a one second time b...

Page 6: ...128 Needed 6 DIP switch 3 4 Needed 2 DIP switch 2 2 DIP switches 2 3 and 8 are set to ON If the rounding error introduced above is unacceptable the display could be scaled up by a factor of 10 and th...

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Page 8: ...ty for any affirmation promise or representation with respect to the products The customer agrees to hold Red Lion Controls harmless from defend and indemnify RLC against damages claims and expenses a...

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