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GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The G306M Operator Interface Terminal combines unique capabilities 

normally expected from high-end units with a very affordable price. It is built 

around a high performance core with integrated functionality. 

The G306 is able to communicate with many different types of hardware using 

high-speed RS232/422/485 communications ports and Ethernet 10 Base T/100 

Base-TX communications. In addition, the G306 features USB for fast downloads 

of configuration files and access to trending and data logging. A CompactFlash 

socket is provided so that Flash cards can be used to collect your trending and data 

logging information as well as to store larger configuration files.

In addition to accessing and controlling of external resources, the G306 

allows a user to easily view and enter information. The unit uses a Liquid 

Crystal Display (LCD) module, which is easily readable in both indoor and 

outdoor applications. Users can enter data through the touchscreen and/or front 

panel 5-button keypad.

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.

Do not use the controller to directly command motors, valves, or other 

actuators not equipped with safeguards. To do so can be potentially harmful to 

persons or equipment in the event of a fault to the controller.

CONTENTS OF PACKAGE

- G306M Operator Interface.

- Panel gasket.

- Template for panel cutout.

- Hardware packet for mounting unit into panel.

- Terminal block for connecting power.

ORDERING INFORMATION

MODEL NO.

DESCRIPTION

PART NUMBER

G306M

Operator Interface for indoor applications 

only, textured finish with embossed keys

24 VDC

G306M000

12 VDC

G306M010

Operator Interface for indoor or outdoor 

applications, glossy finish with UV rated 

overlay (keys are not embossed)

24 VDC

G306MS00

12 VDC

G306MS10

G3CF

CompactFlash Card 

6

G3CFxxxx

G3RS

RS232/485 Optional Communication Card

G3RS0000

G3CN

CANopen Optional Communication Card

G3CN0000

G3DN

DeviceNet option card for G3 operator interfaces 

with isolated high speed communications ports

G3DN0000

G3PBDP Profibus DP Optional Communication Card

G3PBDP00

G3GSM GSM/GPRS Modem Option Card for G3 operator 

interface 

3

G3GSM000

PSDR

DIN Rail Power Supply

PSDRxxxx

SFCRM2 Crimson 2.0 

2

SFCRM200

CBL

RS-232 Programming Cable

CBLPROG0

USB Cable

CBLUSB00

Communications Cables 

1

CBLxxxxx

DR

DIN Rail Mountable Adapter Products 

4

DRxxxxxx

Replacement Battery 

5

BNL20000

G3FILM Protective Films

G3FILM06

1

 Contact your Red Lion distributor or visit our website for complete selection.

2

 Use this part number to purchase Crimson software on CD with a printed 

manual, USB cable, and RS-232 cable. Otherwise, download for free from 

www.redlion.net.

3

 Antenna (G3QANT00) is NOT included with the card. Must be purchased 

separately if needed.

4

 Red Lion offers RJ modular jack adapters. Refer to the DR literature for 

complete details.

5

 Battery type is lithium coin type CR2025.

6

 Industrial grade two million write cycles. SMART Modular Technologies 

model SG9CF (UL Listed Directory Category NWGQ).

MODEL G306M - GRAPHIC MONOCHROME LCD OPERATOR INTERFACE    

 

 

 

 

    TERMINAL WITH QVGA DISPLAY AND TOUCHSCREEN

CompactFlash is a registered trademark of CompactFlash Association.

  CONFIGURED USING CRIMSON 

®

 SOFTWARE (VERSION 2.0)

  UP TO 5 RS-232/422/485 COMMUNICATIONS PORTS  

(2 RS-232 AND 1 RS-422/485 ON BOARD, 1 RS-232 AND 1 

RS422/485 ON OPTIONAL COMMUNICATIONS CARD)

  10 BASE T/100 BASE-TX ETHERNET PORT TO NETWORK UNITS 

AND HOST WEB PAGES

  USB PORT TO DOWNLOAD THE UNIT’S CONFIGURATION FROM A 

PC OR FOR DATA TRANSFERS TO A PC

  UNIT’S CONFIGURATION IS STORED IN NON-VOLATILE MEMORY 

(4 MBYTE FLASH)

  COMPACTFLASH

®

 SOCKET TO INCREASE MEMORY CAPACITY

  5.7-INCH FSTN MONOCHROME QVGA 320 X 240 PIXEL LCD WITH 

WHITE LED BACKLIGHT

  OUTDOOR UNIT WITH UV RATED DISPLAY AVAILABLE

  5-BUTTON KEYPAD FOR ON-SCREEN MENUS

  THREE FRONT PANEL LED INDICATORS

  POWER UNIT FROM 24 VDC ±20% SUPPLY OR 10-16 VDC SUPPLY

  RESISTIVE ANALOG TOUCHSCREEN

CAUTION: Risk Of Danger.

Read complete instructions prior to 

installation and operation of the unit.

CAUTION: 

Risk of electric shock.

The protective conductor terminal is bonded to conductive 

parts of the equipment for safety purposes and must be 

connected to an external protective earthing system.

WARNING - EXPLOSION HAZARD - SUBSTITUTION OF 

COMPONENTS MAY IMPAIR SUITABILITY FOR CLASS I, 

DIVISION 2

Bulletin No.  G306MH-E
Drawing No.  LP0843
Released  05/14

C

US LISTED

UL

R

43NH

PROCESS CONTROL EQUIPMENT

FOR USE IN HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS: 

Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, and D

Summary of Contents for G306M

Page 1: ...gh speed communications ports G3DN0000 G3PBDP Profibus DP Optional Communication Card G3PBDP00 G3GSM GSM GPRS Modem Option Card for G3 operator interface 3 G3GSM000 PSDR DIN Rail Power Supply PSDRxxxx SFCRM2 Crimson 2 0 2 SFCRM200 CBL RS 232 Programming Cable CBLPROG0 USB Cable CBLUSB00 Communications Cables 1 CBLxxxxx DR DIN Rail Mountable Adapter Products 4 DRxxxxxx Replacement Battery 5 BNL2000...

Page 2: ...ay be used to configure different master protocols but only one port may be used if configuring a slave protocol or AB DH485 DH485 TXEN Transmit enable open collector VOH 15 VDC VOL 0 5 V 25 mA max Note For additional information on the communications or signal common and connections to earth ground please see the Connecting to Earth Ground in the section Installing and Powering the G306 Ethernet ...

Page 3: ...t more than 6 feet 1 8 m of cable between the supply and the operator interface Ideally the shortest length possible should be used The wire used to connect the operator interface s power supply should be at least 22 gage wire If a longer cable run is used a heavier gage wire should be used The routing of the cable should be kept away from large contactors inverters and other devices which may gen...

Page 4: ...d is located in the folder C Program Files Red Lion Controls Crimson 2 0 Device after Crimson is installed This may have already been accomplished if your G306 was configured using the USB port Once the driver has been installed connect the G306 to your PC with a USB cable and follow Mounting the CompactFlash instructions in the Crimson 2 user manual CABLES AND DRIVERS Red Lion has a wide range of...

Page 5: ... ON DTE OFF DTE ON DCE OFF 422 ON 485 OFF 422 ON 485 OFF DTE ON DCE 120 Ω TERMINATION 5 NC 10 1 3 2 4 6 7 ON ON CBLPROG0 ICM5 CONNECTING A G306 OPERATOR INTERFACE TO AN ICM5 Application Dependent ICM5 DIP Switch Settings Examples of RS485 2 Wire Connections G3 to Red Lion RJ11 CBLRLC00 DLC IAMS ITMS PAXCDC4C A 4 TxA 2 B 5 TxB 1 COM 3 COM 6 TxEN 2 TxEN 5 Name RLC RJ11 Name G3 RJ45 Connections G3 to...

Page 6: ...ess they need to write data Windows 98 may lock the drive any time it is mounted thereby interfering with logging Refer to Mounting the CompactFlash in the Crimson 2 User Manual TOUCHSCREEN This operator interface utilizes a resistive analog touchscreen for user input The unit will only produce an audible tone beep when a touch on an active touchscreen cell is sensed The touchscreen is fully funct...

Page 7: ...local waste regulations Also the battery must not be disposed of in fire or in a manner whereby it may be damaged and its contents come into contact with human skin The battery used by the G306 is a lithium type CR2025 BATTERY CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK The inverter board attached to the mounting plate supplies the high voltage to operate the backlight Touching the inverter board may result in...

Page 8: ...he G3GSM must not be used with the 12 VDC versions of the G306 G306M010 G306MS10 Red Lion is also offering a communications card for additional RS232 and RS422 485 communications Visit Red Lion s website for information and availability of these cards CUSTOM LOGO Each G3 operator interface has an embossed area containing the Red Lion logo Red Lion can provide custom logos to apply to this area Con...

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