RS422/485 COMMS PORT
The 306 has one RS422/485 port. This port can be configured to act as either
RS422 or RS485.
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DH485 COMMUNICATIONS
The 306’s RS422/485 COMMS port can also be used for Allen Bradley
DH485 communications.
WARNING
:
DO NOT
use a standard DH485 cable to connect this port to Allen
Bradley equipment.
CTVue to AB SLC 500
24V
-
TxA
3, 8
COMM
-
TxB
4, 7
SHIELD
4
COMM
6
TxEN
5
TxEN
5
COMM
-
RxB
4, 7
24V
-
RxA
3, 8
B
2
TxA
2
A
1
TxB
1
Name
RJ45: A-B
Name
RJ45: CTVue
Connections
RS422/485 4-WIRE
CONNECTIONS
RS485 2-WIRE
CONNECTIONS
S
OFTWARE
/U
NIT
O
PERATION
CTVue CONFIGURATOR SOFTWARE
CTVue Configurator software is available as a free download from Control
Techniques’ website or it can be ordered on a CD, see “Ordering Information”
for part number. The latest version of the software is always available from the
website, and updating your copy is free.
DISPLAY
This operator interface uses a liquid crystal display (LCD) for displaying text
and graphics. The display utilizes a cold cathode fluorescent tube (CCFL) for
lighting the display. The CCFL tubes can be dimmed for low light conditions.
These CCFL tubes have a limited lifetime. Backlight lifetime is based upon
the amount of time the display is turned on at full intensity. Turning the
backlight off when the display is not in use can extend the lifetime of your
backlight. This can be accomplished through the CTVue Configurator software
when programming your unit.
KEYPAD
The 306 keypad consists of five keys that can be used for on-screen menus.
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 functional as soon as the
operator interface is initialized, and can be operated with gloved hands.
FRONT PANEL LEDS
There are three front panel LEDs. Shown below is the default status of
the LEDs.
1
The operator interface is shipped without a configuration. After
downloading a configuration, if the light remains in the flashing state
continuously, try cycling power. If the LED still continues to flash, try
downloading a configuration again.
2
Do not turn off power to the unit while this light is flickering. The unit
writes data in two minute intervals. Later Microsoft operating systems will
not lock the drive unless 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 CTVue Configurator User Manual.
TROUBLESHOOTING YOUR 306
If for any reason you have trouble operating, connecting, or simply have
questions concerning your new 306, contact Control Techniques’ technical
support. For contact information, refer to the front page of this bulletin for
phone and fax numbers.
EMAIL: [email protected]
Web Site: http://www.emersonct.com
Valid configuration is loaded and there are no alarms present.
STEADY
A tag is in an alarm state.
FLASHING
GREEN (BOTTOM)
Valid CompactFlash card present.
STEADY
YELLOW (MIDDLE)
Unit is powered and running an application.
Unit is in the boot loader, no valid configuration is loaded.
1
LED INDICATION
RED (TOP, LABELED “PWR”)
CompactFlash card being checked.
No CompactFlash card is present.
FLICKERING
FLASHING
RAPIDLY
OFF
STEADY
FLASHING
FLASHING
SLOWLY
Incorrectly formatted CompactFlash card present.
Unit is writing to the CompactFlash, either because it is storing
data, or because the PC connected via the USB port has
locked the drive.
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