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CARBPRO v3.

5
Users Manual

COPYRIGHT© 2002
MARATHON SENSORS INC
Marathon Sensors Inc.

Part # F200004

COPYRIGHT © 2002
MARATHON SENSORS INC.
3100 East Kemper Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45241
1-800-547-1055 (513) 772-1000 FAX: (513) 326-7090
No part of this document may be stored or reproduced by any means whatsoever without prior written permission of Marathon
Sensors Inc.

All trademarks used in this publication are duly marked and the sole property of their respective owners. No attempt at
trademark or copyright infringement is intended or implied.

DISCLAIMER:

The CARBPRO is a Process Controller/Programmer to be used by the industrial operator under his/her direction. Marathon
Sensors makes no warranties express or implied beyond the written warranty presented at initial purchase. Marathon Sensors Inc.
is not responsible or liable for any product, process, damage or injury incurred while using the CARBPRO. Marathon Sensors,
Inc. makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any implied warranties
or merchantabillity or fitness for any particular purpose.

Revision Date Revision Number


03-31-1998 01
04-19-2002 02
06-21-2002 03
10-09-2002 04
10-09-2003 05
02-12-2003 06
07-21-2003 07
10-08-2003 08

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Table of Contents

Description and Applications.................................................................5


Theory of Process Calculation...............................................................7
Percent Carbon Calculation ......................................................................................................... 7
Dewpoint ..................................................................................................................................... 8
Control Mode Definitions.....................................................................10
Time Proportioning (TP) ........................................................................................................... 10
Time Proportioning with Complement (TC) ............................................................................. 10
Motor with slidewire (MS) ........................................................................................................ 10
Position Proportioning (PP)....................................................................................................... 10
ON/OFF (OF) ........................................................................................................................... 11
ON/OFF Dual (OD).................................................................................................................. 11
Installation.............................................................................................13
Installation Location .................................................................................................................. 13
Thermocouples and other Signal Wires..................................................................................... 14
Control Devices ......................................................................................................................... 14
Chart Recorders ......................................................................................................................... 15
Computer Interface .................................................................................................................... 16
Alarms ....................................................................................................................................... 16
Programmer ............................................................................................................................... 16
Electrical Connections ............................................................................................................... 17
CARBPRO Electrical connections ......................................................18
Communications........................................................................................................................ 18
Analog Inputs............................................................................................................................. 18
Analog Outputs.......................................................................................................................... 18
DIP Switch Setup....................................................................................................................... 19
DIP Switch Assignments ........................................................................................................... 20
Bank 0 .................................................................................................................................... 20
Bank 1 Address ...................................................................................................................... 22
Setup And Configuration .....................................................................24
Front Panel................................................................................................................................. 24
PROCESS Display .................................................................................................................... 24
SET Display............................................................................................................................... 24
LEDs .......................................................................................................................................... 24
Keyboard.................................................................................................................................... 26
[Control Parameter]Setup Menu................................................................................................ 28
Control Parameter Key Menu Selections.................................................................................. 28
Password Entry .......................................................................................................................... 33
[Alarm Set] key.......................................................................................................................... 36
[SETPT] key .............................................................................................................................. 37
OPERATION ........................................................................................38
To Respond to Alarm Messages :.............................................................................................. 38
SETPOINT and the Reference Number..................................................................................... 38
SETPOINT Parameters.............................................................................................................. 38
PROG/AUTO/MAN.................................................................................................................. 39
MANual Mode........................................................................................................................... 39
AUTOmatic Mode..................................................................................................................... 39

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PROGRAM OPERATIONS................................................................41
Running a Program .................................................................................................................... 41
Stopping a Program ................................................................................................................... 41
Placing a Program in HOLD...................................................................................................... 41
Restarting a Program From HOLD............................................................................................ 42
To Enter Program Editor* ......................................................................................................... 42
To Edit Program Steps............................................................................................................... 42
To Insert A Step......................................................................................................................... 42
To Delete A Step ....................................................................................................................... 42
To Exit the Editor Without Saving the Program ....................................................................... 43
To Exit the Editor Saving the Program ..................................................................................... 43
Changing Parameters ...........................................................................43
Programmer Operations ......................................................................60
Introduction to Programming Techniques ................................................................................. 60
Description of OPCODEs.......................................................................................................... 60
Writing and Editing a Program ..........................................................67
Writing....................................................................................................................................... 67
The Editor Mode:....................................................................................................................... 67
Exiting ....................................................................................................................................... 68
Explanation of Programmer Messages ...................................................................................... 69
Effect of Start-up Sequence on Programmer ............................................................................. 69
Alarm Messages......................................................................................................................... 69
STATUS DISPLAY PAGE ..................................................................72
CALIBRATION PROCEDURES .......................................................83
Analog Input Calibration. .......................................................................................................... 83
Displays And Keyboard............................................................................................................. 83
Adjustment Sensitivity .............................................................................................................. 84
Preparing For Calibration .......................................................................................................... 84
Calibration Of The Thermocouple Board.................................................................................. 85
Oxygen /Auxiliary Board Calibration........................................................................................ 86
Linear (0-10VDC) Board Calibration........................................................................................ 87
Slidewire Board Calibration ...................................................................................................... 89
Analog Output Calibration ........................................................................................................ 91
DIGITAL INTERFACES ....................................................................95
Host Communications ............................................................................................................... 95
"X" Protocol............................................................................................................................... 95
HOST SOFTWARE .............................................................................98
10PRO Emulation Mode ........................................................................................................... 98
Command Set ............................................................................................................................ 98
To bypass the password there is none:..................................................................................... 100
SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................101
GLOSSARY ........................................................................................103
Load Line................................................................................................................................. 103
ON/OFF control....................................................................................................................... 103
Position with Feedback............................................................................................................ 103
Position without Feedback....................................................................................................... 103
Proportional Band.................................................................................................................... 103
Rate.......................................................................................................................................... 103

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Reset ........................................................................................................................................ 103
Time Proportion....................................................................................................................... 103
Appendix A ..........................................................................................104
Hexadecimal Code................................................................................................................... 104

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Description and Applications

The Marathon Sensors Inc. CARBPRO Controller/Programmer represents the latest technology
in microprocessor-based process control instrumentation. Through flexible PID (Proportional,
Integral, Digital) control along with programmable features, even the most complex, system can
be handled. For a thorough explanation of PID please refer to Zeigler and Nichols; “Optimum
Settings for Automatic Controllers”, Transactions of ASME, Nov. 1942. Or St. Clair, David W.;
Controller Tuning and Control Loop Performance, a Primer; Straight-Line Control Company,
Newark ,Delaware 1989.

The CARBPRO's control actions are based upon input from a Thermocouple, RTD,
Voltage or Current source. The CARBPRO allows Manual, Automatic, or Programmed
control of a single loop. Its built-in RS-422 computer interface allows it to be completely
supervised by a computer, either on-site or in some remote location within the plant. The
Programmer can be used, and is strongly recommended, to allow complete control of
temperature or other process cycles.

The following features have been included to allow use of the instrument in a wide variety of
applications:

Fully site-configurable for single point control from one of three (3) fully isolated analog input
sources, each separately configurable for thermocouple, RTD, voltage, or current.

Powerful process/logic programmer that can store up to two-hundred (200) programs, each
consisting of nineteen (19) steps, subroutine calls, test and branch capability, and full access to
all instrument parameters.

Two (2) control output triacs for use in single or dual control mode.

Two (2) fully isolated analog outputs, each separately configurable for voltage or current output.

Two (2) configurable alarm triacs, assignable as process Alarms, deviation alarms, program
alarms, or fault alarms.

Four (4) programmer events, assignable in any combination as either inputs or outputs
(expandable to 16 I/O with external event boards).

Three (3) communication ports for talking with host computers, controllers, and discrete digital
and / or analog event expansion racks.

This manual provides all of the information required to install, operate and maintain the MSI
CARBPRO.

The manual is divided into parts: Installation, Setup and Configuration, Operation, Programming,
and Maintenance and Troubleshooting. Installation and Setup and Configuration will be used
initially to get the instrument into use. Operation and Programming will be used daily.

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Maintenance and Troubleshooting will be used for servicing the instrument periodically or if
trouble occurs.

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Theory of Process Calculation

Percent Carbon Calculation


Under equilibrium conditions, it is possible to view the carburizing activity in a furnace from the
simple equation:
CO U C(g) + ½O2
The thermodynamics of this equation are such that when equilibrium between carbon monoxide
and oxygen exists (which is a reasonable assumption most of the time), then the carbon potential
of the atmosphere is fixed at a value determined by the relative amounts of these two gases.
Assuming that the carbon monoxide content of the atmosphere does not vary significantly (again
a reasonable assumption if proper atmosphere generation and furnace operation techniques are
being employed), then the carbon potential will depend mostly upon the oxygen content of the
atmosphere.
The oxygen in the atmosphere is measured by a technique that exposes a simple in-situ
zirconia-platinum (or some variation thereof) probe to the gas. The emf ( Electromagnetic force
measured in millivoltage) generated by this probe is transmitted to the Controller for processing.
Also transmitted is the atmosphere temperature by virtue of a thermocouple located in or near the
oxygen probe. Again, assuming that the oxygen and carbon monoxide are in equilibrium and
that the carbon monoxide level does not vary significantly, we now have all the information
required to produce an approximate calculation of %C in the atmosphere.

The equation used as the basis for the Controller's calculation of %C is:
%C=((5.102)EXP((E-786)/(.0431 T)))/
((0.2/PcoM)(945.7(af)/PcoA)+
EXP((E-786)/(.0431 T)))

Where:
E = oxygen probe output millivoltage
T = temperature of atmosphere (degrees Kelvin)
PcoA = assumed partial pressure of carbon monoxide in atmosphere (=%CO/100 at 1 atm.
pressure)
PcoM = Measured partial pressure of carbon monoxide in atmosphere (=%CO/100 at 1 atm.
pressure)
af = alloy factor for a given steel (close to 1 for most carburizing steels); can be calculated from
the equation: af (for low alloy steels only)=1+ %Si(.15+.033%Si) + .0365(%Mn) -
%Cr(.13-.0055%Cr) + %Ni(.03+.00365%Ni) - %Mo(.025+.01%Mo) - %Al(.03+.002%Al) -
%Cu(.016+.0014%Cu) - %V(.22-.01%V)

Note:
PcoM is automatically set to 0.2 if the auxiliary input is not being used for CO measurement.
It should be noted that if the Carbon Monoxide content of the furnace is not known, the term in
the equation involving af and Pco can be thought of as a single, overall constant for a given set of
furnace and load conditions. It is for this reason that this term was chosen as the location for the
"Process Factor" adjustment in the Carbon Controller. Mathematically, the Process Factor
adjustment is entered on the front panel for a given case relates to the term in the above equation
as follows:

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29(PF) + 400 = (945.7 af)/Pco

Where PF = Process Factor (0-999)


Adjustment of the Process Factor by the user will allow compensation to be made for a wide
range of conditions. Looking at the above equation, it can be seen that for a nominal 20% carbon
monoxide atmosphere (as in methane-based endothermic gas), with an assumed alloy factor of 1,
the Process Factor should be entered as 149. If a propane-based endothermic (23% carbon
monoxide) is used, the Process Factor would be 128. For nitrogen-methanol systems, the Process
Factor used will normally be the same as for methane-based endo. However, this will depend
entirely on the ratio of methanol to nitrogen, and some experimentation would be required to
arrive at a working value. Note that for purse methanol, the theoretical process factor would be
85. Note also that if high nickel steels such as 3115 are to be accurately carburized, an alloy
factor (af) will be important in determining the correct Process Factor. A complete chart of
process factors for AISI grades at various CO levels appears in Appendix A. Process factors for
high alloy steels (such as tool steels) are not directly calculable because of carbide interaction.
These must be arrived at experimentally.

Unless configured otherwise (see "Setup and Configuration"), the Controller will use a constant
value for CO (PcoM=.2). If the auxiliary input of CO is to be taken into account and assuming
the switch setup is correct, the Controller will use that value as PcoM,and the %C calculation
will vary as the input of CO to the instruments varies. The nominal input range for interact CO
compensation is 0-2 Vdc corresponding to 0-30% CO.

As a practical matter, the exactly-correct Process Factor for a given set of circumstances is best
determined from experimentation with shim stock and/or carbon test bars; the above equations
may then be used as a basis for correcting the factor from a mathematical standpoint. It is usually
easier, however, to correct the Process Factor in real-time by simply changing its value and
observing the results in the %C display in relation to a known %C in the furnace. When using
this method, care must be taken to gather enough solid data before making adjustments; not
allowing for statistical variations between loads can be a potential cause of serious error in
setting up a Process Factor.

If a significantly different Process Factor then seems logical must be used to get a correct %C
display, a number of things must be investigated. The necessity of using a relatively high Process
Factor (for example, a value of 250 in methane-based endo) can possibly be taken to mean
(among other things) that soot is present in the furnace, or that the oxygen probe in incorrectly
located (a conditions for which the Process Factor can never be reliably adjusted). A low value
for Process Factor might indicate a problem with reference air supply to the probe or impending
failure of the probe altogether.

Dewpoint
As a convenience for use mainly in the control of endothermic generators, the MSI Carbon
Controller may be used to calculate and control Dewpoint, in F, from the probe input and
temperature.
The reaction of interest is:

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H2O U H2 + ½O2

By assuming a hydrogen content in the atmosphere (usually reasonable) and by measuring


oxygen and temperature, the Dewpoint (water vapor content) may be calculated.
The method of calculation is much more complex than that for %C, therefore, it will not be
explained here.
The Process Factor interacts in the calculation of dewpoint in much the same way as in the
carbon calculation, as follows:

29(PF) + 400 = (1888.4/pH2)

This equation is scaled so that if a Process Factor of 149 is selected for the carbon calculation
(indicating 20 %CO), then this same process factor will imply a 40% hydrogen content for the
dewpoint calculation. Thus for normal 20/40 endo, the instrument may use the same Process
Factor for %C and Dewpoint without a Process Factor adjustment.

The auxiliary input cannot be used in the calculation of dewpoint. The normal method of setting
the Process Factor in Dewpoint mode is to adjust it as required until the displayed Dewpoint is
equal to the Dewpoint measured by a more direct method (i.e. Alnor). For endo generators where
the probe is operating at 200-400 F below the catalyst bed temperature, the Process Factor may
have to be set to 250-450 to get agreement with Alnor dewpointer.

The range of Dewpoint as displayed on the instrument is -99 to +212 F. Even when the
instrument is run in C, the Dewpoint reading will still be in F.
The setpoint in Dewpoint mode may range from
-99 to +250oF. The process deviation band ALARM, if used, is +10 F around setpoint.

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Control Mode Definitions

Time Proportioning (TP)

Time proportioning adjusts the duty cycle of the control device to maintain control. This is
usually done with solenoid valves controlling the flow of a critical material to the process. The
control loop percent output is the ON time percentage of the value. The cycle time parameter
determines the total cycle time, ON time plus OFF time. For example if the control loop percent
output is 34% and the cycle time is 10 seconds, then the ON time would be 3.4 seconds and the
OFF time would be 6.6 seconds. The selection of the proper cycle time is a trade off between
excess wear and tear on the solenoid valve with short cycle times and rough (pulsing) flow of the
control material with long cycle times. Only one control output triac is used in this mode.

Time Proportioning with Complement (TC)

This mode is identical to the time proportioning mode except that two control output triacs are
used. The second control output is the complement of the first, that is when the first output is
ON the second is OFF and vice versa. This mode is used with single action motorized valves
that open quickly when a voltage is applied to one terminal and close quickly when voltage is
applied to the other terminal.

This mode is used when there is two process materials to control that have complementary
effects; like gas and air in a heat treating furnace. If the carbon potential is too low then more gas
is required. If the carbon potential is too high then once the gas flow has been shut off air is
required. The time proportioning dual mode uses two control output triacs; one for gas and one
for air. There is never a time when both outputs are on simultaneously. The control loop
computes a percent output from -100 to +100%. When positive, the proportioning action applies
to the forward (gas) output. When negative the proportioning action applies to the reverse (air)
output.

Motor with slidewire (MS)

This mode is used for motorized valves that have a slidewire feedback. This mode requires a
slidewire board for input C of the CARBPRO. The motor slidewire is then wired to this input.
This mode uses two control output triacs; one to drive the motor forward (open) and the other to
drive it reverse (closed). This mode is effectively a control loop within a control loop. The main
control loop computes a desired output percentage. The secondary loop then drives the motor
(forward or reverse) until the slidewire indicates that the valve is open the proper percentage. To
prevent the motor from "hunting" a deadband can be set using the DIP switches. This value can
be set from .2 % to 10%. In most applications the motor with slidewire does not provide any
better control than position proportioning (see below).

Position Proportioning (PP)

This mode is used with motorized valves that do not have slidewire feedback. This mode is
sometimes referred to as the "bump" mode because it "bumps" the valve slightly more open or
closed. This mode uses two control output triacs; one to drive the motor forward (open) and the

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other to drive it reverse (closed). For each computation of the control this mode computes the
difference between the new percent output and the last percent output. If the difference is
positive than the valve motor is driven open for that percentage of the cycle. If negative it is
driven closed by that percentage of the cycle time. For example if the new percent out is 60%
and the old was 45% then the motor is driven open for 15% of the cycle time. If the cycle time is
set to the time that the motor takes to move from fully closed to fully open, then the flow is
theoretically increased by 15%. Two special cases exist. If the control output is computed at
100% then the motor is driven continuously in the open direction. Likewise if the control output
is computed as 0% then the motor is driven continuously closed.

ON/OFF (OF)

ON/OFF control is exactly what it implies, the control action is either ON or OFF. With true
ON/OFF control the control output triac is ON whenever the process is below the setpoint value
and OFF when the process is at or above the process value. In many real world applications this
simple control method will cause "contact chatter" because of noisy signals which will switch the
ON and OFF states rapidly. Also since the control action does not turn OFF until the setpoint is
reached, the process will overshoot due to lags in the control action. Marathon controllers
incorporate two features that prevent this problems from occurring; Hysteresis and deadband.
Hysteresis provides a gap between the process turn on point and the turn off point. With this gap
noise will not cause the control output to "chatter". Deadband allows the process to deviate away
from the setpoint by the width of the deadband before any control action occurs. The deadband
on the CARBPRO is adjusted with the proportion band setup (the reset and rate must be set to 0
for ON/OFF control). For temperature control a proportional band of 10 would represent a
deadband of 10 degrees. A proportional band of 5 would represent 5 degrees of deadband, etc.
This is accomplished by allowing the PID control loop to calculate in a normal fashion. The
percent output is then used to determine when the output should be turned on or off. The output
is turned on when the percent output reaches 10%. Hysteresis is added by not turning off the
output until the percent output drops to 2%. With the temperature control example where the
proportion band is set at 10, the output would turn on when the process dropped to 10 degrees
below the setpoint and turn off when the temperature reached 2 degrees below the setpoint. With
a proportional band of 1 these points would be 1 degree and 0.2 degrees respectively.

This mode is exactly like ON/OFF control with the addition of a second control output triac. The
second triac would be ON when the first is OFF and vice versa.

ON/OFF Dual (OD)

This mode is similar to time proportioning dual in that two control output triac are used such as
in a heat/cool application. The forward (heat) output would act as described in the ON/OFF
description above. The reverse (cool) output would respond when the process is above the
setpoint. To facilitate this process the PID control loop computes a percent output from -100 to
+100%. The plus values mean the process is below setpoint and the minus values mean the
process is above setpoint. The forward contact would turn on when the percent output reaches
10% or above. It would not turn off until the percent output dropped to 2% or below. In a
similar fashion, the reverse contact would turn on when the percent output dropped to -10% or
lower (more negative). It would turn off when the percent output rose to -2% or higher (more
positive). For the temperature example with a proportional band of 10, the heat contact would

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turn on when the temperature was 10 degree or more below the setpoint and would turn off when
it came within 2 degrees of the setpoint. Likewise the cool contact would turn on when the
temperature rose 10 degrees above the setpoint and would turn off when it dropped to within 2
degrees of the setpoint.

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Installation

Installation Location

The CARBPRO instrument is designed for 1/8 inch panel mounting in a DIN standard opening
of 5.43 inches square (adapter panels available by special order). Required rear clearance is 10.5
inches to allow for wiring. As with all solid state equipment, the controller should be away from
excessive heat, humidity, and vibration (refer to specifications). Since the unit uses red LED
display devices, avoid placing it in direct sunlight to reduce interference with the display's
visibility. The instrument requires 100/120/200/240 VAC (jumper selectable on power
interconnect board inside the rear panel) 50/60 Hz. It should not be on the same circuit with
other noise-producing equipment such as induction machines, large electrical motors, etc. All
instrument wiring must be run separate from all control wiring.

Panel Mounting/Removal

Because the instrument uses a ventilated enclosure, it is not dust-tight and should therefore
always be mounted in a sealed control panel. To mount the CARBPRO in a control panel, a hole
must be cut 5.43 inches square in the necessary location on the panel. The following procedure
should be followed to mount the CARBPRO in the panel.

1. Insert the unit into previously cut out 5.43 inches square hole in the panel.

2. While supporting the unit, insert one slotted clamping bracket, with head of the bolt
facing to the rear of the unit, into the 0.62 inch by 0.82 inch cutout on the side of the unit.

3. Repeat step 2 for the opposite side of the unit.

4. With 1/8 inch HEX KEY wrench, alternately tighten bolts on


either side of the instrument to a torque of 4 in-lbs. (See
warning below). Insure rigidity of mounting.

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Warning
To prevent warping of the unit's case, do not over tighten the clamp bolts.

To remove the unit, loosen the side clamping brackets and reverse steps 1 through 3 above.

Note
On subsequent removals and installations the rear panel can be removed (4
screws) and the wiring does not have to be disturbed.

Warning
All connections, rear panel installations and removals; plus triac board installations and
removals must be done with power removed from TBA and TBB. All PC boards should
only be removed or installed with power off via the switch mounted on the triac board.
Otherwise, serious personal and/or equipment damage can occur.

Thermocouples and other Signal Wires

The wiring used to connect the signal wires to the instrument should be run in a conduit, separate
from any AC lines in the area. This provides noise immunity and physical protection.
Thermocouples should be wired with the appropriate alloy extension wire with no termination
other than at the instrument. As with all cold-junction compensating instruments, extreme care
should be used when an existing thermocouple is to be used for both the Controller and another
instrument at the same time.

Control Devices

The CARBPRO provides simple ON/OFF as well as Proportional control through its two contact
closure Control Outputs (TBA-7, TBB-7, TBA-8, and TBB-8) and two Analog Outputs (TBD-13
through TBD-16). Refer to the Section on Control Modes for more details on the outputs. This
allows control through simple ON/OFF devices or through Proportional control methods.

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SIMPLE ON/OFF CONTROL: Set Control Mode for ON/OFF Control. This provides contact
closure at Control Output #1 to control absolute heat application/removal for such devices as
heating elements, etc.

Three types of Proportional control are:

1. Time-Proportioning: Referring to the modulation of the duty cycle. That


is, changing the ratio of On Time versus Off Time in systems that use such
devices as heating elements, electronically operated/assisted valves, or
servo drives that use analog command signals for control.

2. Position-Proportioning: Referring to the adjustment of a variable


positioning device such as a positioning motor with slidewire feedback.

3. Voltage or Current Output Proportioning: An Analog output's (voltage or


current) amplitude is varied based on input from rheostats, thermocouples,
ammeters, etc. to control heat applications.

The CARBPRO provides many ways to use the above control methods. Setup has details for
setting the Control Modes to determine the method to be used. Some typical applications for the
Proportioning method are:

1. GAS/AIR application system: Set Control Modes for Time-Proportioning. This provides
that CONTROL OUTPUT #1 (TBA-7, TBB-7) and CONTROL OUTPUT #2 (TBA-8, TBB-8)
are in opposite conditions at either extreme of the control range and are both OFF at the midpoint
of the control range.

2. ANALOG OUTPUT control: Set Control Modes for Time-Proportioning. This provides
a 0 to 5 VDC or 4 to 20 mA output which is selectable on the ANALOG OUTPUT BOARD
(TBD-13 through TBD-16, see Section 2.14 and Section 8.0 for more details). The output
control is based on 0 to 99% of the output device's control range. For example, 50% control
would equal 2.5 VDC out where 5 VDC equals maximum heat output of the drive. This can be
used with servo drives that require a voltage or current command signal for controlling heat
output or servo positioning.

3. POSITIONING MOTOR with SLIDEWIRE FEEDBACK: Set Control Modes for Single
Position-Proportioning with slidewire feedback. CONTROL OUTPUT #1 will drive the motor
in the open direction, CONTROL OUTPUT #2 in the close direction.

Remember, the above methods are just examples of the typical applications of the CARBPRO.
Please call your MSI representative or application engineer for questions concerning your
particular system.

Chart Recorders

If a chart recorder is to be used, it must have input specifications within the following ranges:
0 to 5 VDC
4 to 20 mA

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corresponding to a FRONT PANEL display of 0-2000. The ideal location of the recorder is
adjacent to the instrument but it may be located remotely if the connecting wires are properly
shielded. Long wiring runs from the chart recorder outputs may require resistive termination (2
K ohms or so) at the chart recorder input(s) should be isolated from ground.

Computer Interface

If you wish to take advantage of the CARBPRO's RS-422 digital communications capabilities,
refer to "Communications" for more details.

Alarms

Two user-programmable triac alarm contacts are available for connection in


appropriately-engineered systems.

Programmer

The Programmer can run an entire process, depending on how thoroughly the capabilities are set
up and used. Refer to "Operation" and "Programming" for further information.

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Electrical Connections

Connections to the unit are made via four terminal blocks, on the rear panel, labeled TBA, TBB,
TBC, and TBD. (Position 1 is at the top the position 10 (TBA and TBB) or 18 (TBC and TBD)
is at the bottom of the terminal strip.) AC power, event, control, and alarm connections are made
on TBA and TBB. All communications are on TBC and all analog I/O signals are on TBD.
Refer to the Figure below for a complete layout of the CARBPRO rear panel connections.

CARBPRO Rear Panel

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CARBPRO Electrical connections

AC Power

The CARBPRO requires 100/120/200/240 VAC at 1 AMP,

Communications

Three communications busses are at TBC and use RS-422 full or half duplex protocol for all
ports. (Refer to "Communications" in Maintenance and Troubleshooting.) Typically, the HOST
port will connect to a host computer, the AUXILIARY BUSS to other instruments, and the
OPTOMUX PORT to OPTOMUX
I/O devices.

Analog Inputs

The CARBPRO allows for three analog inputs with their individual functions determined by
"daughter board" located on the analog input board inside the unit. The standard connection, at
TBD, will have the first input as a thermocouple, the second for the oxygen probe, and the third
optionally used to input voltage or milliamp signals.

Analog Outputs

Two, separate, isolated analog outputs are provided on TBD and can be selected as 4-20 mV (for
maximum accuracy, see Specifications for further details) or 0-10 V output through DIP switch
settings on the analog output board. Additionally, outputs can be calibrated by placing a jumper
on the two terminals supplied.

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DIP Switch Setup

The user may use the CARBPRO in a multi-instrument system by giving the instrument a unique
HOST address, specified by using the DIP switches on the Interface Board inside the CARBPRO
To get to the DIP switches, loosen the black knurled knob on the front panel by turning in a
counterclockwise direction. Carefully remove the front panel but DO NOT remove the ribbon
cable connecting the front panel to the Interface Board. Safely support the front panel near the
instrument. Adjust the DIP switches per Section 2.16 for the desired operating mode. When
switch adjustment is complete, replace the front panel to prevent contamination.

CARBPRO Front Panel Removal

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Find the appropriate switches by referring to the figure below.

CARBPRO Internal Layout

DIP Switch Assignments

Bank 0
Switch # Description
1 Probe test Enable
2 Unassigned
3 Slide wire Deadband (see the following table)
4 Slide wire Deadband (see the following table)
5 Slide wire Deadband (see the following table)
6 Unassigned
7 Unassigned
8 Service (Must be OFF)

Selectable deadband for slidewire feedback control.

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Slidewire Dead Band Offset


offset Switch 3 Switch 4 Switch 5
0.4% OFF OFF OFF
0.8% ON OFF OFF
1.2% OFF ON OFF
1.6% ON ON OFF
2.0% OFF OFF ON
2.4% ON OFF ON
2.8% OFF ON ON
3.2% ON ON ON

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Each CARBPRO in a multiple instrument system must have a unique address for proper
communications.

HOST address selection switches:


Bank 1 Address

DEC HEX SW1 SW2 SW3 SW4


0 0 OFF OFF OFF OFF
1 1 ON OFF OFF OFF
2 2 OFF ON OFF OFF
3 3 ON ON OFF OFF
4 4 OFF OFF ON OFF
5 5 ON OFF ON OFF
6 6 OFF ON ON OFF
7 7 ON ON ON OFF
8 8 OFF OFF OFF ON
9 9 ON OFF OFF ON
10 A OFF ON OFF ON
11 B ON ON OFF ON
12 C OFF OFF ON ON
13 D ON OFF ON ON
14 E OFF ON ON ON
15 F ON ON ON ON

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Thermocouple Burnout Jumper Selection

The thermocouple jumper selects either a full upscale or a full down scale reaction to take place
when a thermocouple fails or becomes open. The jumper can be found on the thermocouple
board, and has two possible settings (see Figure). For full scale upwards, place the jumper from
the + to the C, and for full scale downwards, place the jumper from the - to the C.

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Setup And Configuration

Front Panel

The front panel of the CARBPRO consists of three main parts, two display windows and a keyboard. Refer to
the figure shown below for a layout of the front panel. The display windows each contain four 14-segment
digits that are used to display helpful messages and numerical parameter values.

PROCESS Display

This 4 digit 14-segment display provides the value of the current process value, along with messages for ease of
operator use when setting up parameters. The PROCESS window displays the step number and OPCODE
when in the Program Editor.

SET Display

This 4 digit 14-segment display provides the value of the process setpoint value during Auto and Program
operation. In Manual mode the Time-Proportioning % Output value is displayed. During operator input
procedures this display shows the data being entered. The SET window displays the corresponding data for the
OPCODES displayed in the PROCESS window when in the Program Editor.

LEDs

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Several small LEDs indicate operations and functions of the CARBPRO. Ten are on the face
and three are in the keys.

Aux indicates the PROCESS display is showing the auxiliary input value.

%C indicates the PROCESS display is showing the percent carbon.

O2 MV indicates the PROCESS display is showing the probe millivolts.

Temp indicates the PROCESS display is showing the probe temperature.

Prog indicates that a program is running and Automatic


control is activated. If flashing, the program is in
HOLD. Refer to the section "The Programmer".

Auto indicates that the CARBPRO is in Automatic control mode. If flashing, a


program is in HOLD.

Manual indicates that no control action is being executed by the CARBPRO. If flashing, a
program is in HOLD.

Power indicates that the CARBPRO's 5 volt power supply is functioning.

Fault indicates that an open circuit is detected at the signal input.

Alarm indicates when the process value has closed the relay based upon trip point and
type of alarm.

Setpt indicates that the Setpt Enter mode has been selected.

Cntrl Parm indicates that the Control Parameter Enter mode has been selected.

Alarm Set indicates that the Alarm Setup mode has been selected or one or both alarm values
are non-zero.

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Keyboard

The CARBPRO keyboard consists of ten keys for operating and programming the instrument.
There are no "hidden" keys on the CARBPRO keyboard.

Various operations with the CARBPRO involve dual-key operations using the [Shift] key in the
same way a shift key on a typewriter is used. When activating a dual-key assignment do not try
to press both keys simultaneously; rather, follow the sequence below:

1. Press and hold the[Display] key,


2. Press and release the second key,
3. Release the [Display] key.

KEY DESCRIPTION

This key selects the operating mode of the CARBPRO. The mode selected
Prog is indicated by the illuminated LED.
Auto
Man
This key selects the Setpoint Enter mode where the Setpoint, Setpoint
Offset and Reference Number can be accessed and altered. When used in
the dual-key operation, Display + Setpt, it allows the operator to pull
Setpt programs into the edit space or decrease the remaining time of a program
step if a program is currently running.

This key selects the Control Parameter Enter mode where the Proportional
Pr. Fact Band, Reset, Rate, Cycle Time and Percent Output values (if in solenoid
Ctl.Parm mode) can be accessed and altered. When used in the dual-key operation,
Display + PrFact Control Parm, it selects the keyboard Lock Level change
mode.

This key selects the Alarm Setup mode where the Alarm 1 and Alarm 2
conditions can be accessed and altered or Alarm 2 can be used to determine
Alarm setpoint for auxiliary control loop. When used in the dual-key operation
Set Shift/Alarm Set it selects the Thermocouple Type, Custom Features, and
Events Partition. After Shift/Alarm Set the Thermocouple Type is initially
displayed, if Enter is pressed the Custom Feature option is available while
the second press of Enter allows the Events Partition to be observed and
altered if necessary.

This key selects which parameter (Aux, %C, O2MV, Temp) is displayed in
the Process display. It is also used as a shift key in two key operations.
Display

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The Right and Left arrow keys are used to select the digit to be modified
in a data entry mode. In Manual mode these keys will cause the control
output to go to the full reverse or full forward control direction while the
value is displayed in the SET window. In Automatic mode pressing "left
arrow" causes the % on-time valve position to be displayed in the SET
window. (positive-Output 1, negative-Output 2). In the Programmer
Status Display it causes the display to move to a new page.**

Usually used to decrease the value of a digit in the data entry mode or
scroll through various parameter sequences. In Manual mode this key
will cause the control action to move toward the Output 2 direction.
When used in the dual-key operation Shift/"down arrow" it accesses the
Programmer Status Display.

Usually used to increase the value of a digit in the data entry mode or
scroll through various parameter sequences. In Manual mode this key will
cause the control action to move in the Output 1 direction. When used in
the dual-key operation shift/"up arrow" an LED test is activated, where
every segment and decimal point should light in both displays. If any
segment or decimal point does not light a keyboard problem may exist,
contact a qualified MSI representative.

This key is used to enter data, clear alarms, or cancel programs.


Enter

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[Control Parameter]Setup Menu


MEN MEN MEN MEN MEN MEN MEN MEN
U U INP U U U U U U
CON AOUT CALC PROB PROG COM EVTS
pb in a aol PFC Pt1 tco host ext
xxxx xxxx xxxx xxxx xxxx xxxx xxxx xxx
res cjca aolo COMP Ptrt aps auxm evbd
xxxx xxxx xxxx xxxx xxxx xxxx xxxx xxxx
rate iaof aolr PFD BOT asev aux ep1
xxxx xxxx xxxx xxxx xxxx xxx xxx xx
cyc iasp ao2 DPC BORT Lock Ssoa epxa
xxxxx xxxx xxxx xxxx xxxx pswd xxx xx
hipo iadp ao2o DP FDE lock sso1 lina
xxxx xxxx xxxx °X xxxx X xxxx xxxx
lopo Inb Ao2r o20F INHB ::
xxxx * xxxx xxxx xxxx
ldln inC sso8
xxxx * xxx
conv Tc
xxxx °X
Cm
xxx
setp
xxxx

notes:
* full sequence of “IN A” repeats for inputs B and C.

: the screen repeats for numbers 0 - 8 decimal and hex and hex numbers 9 - f. This
indicates that the repeating screens have been left out between the first and last
numbers.

Control Parameter Key Menu Selections

The following shows the order of configuration options set from the [Pr.Fact/CtlParm]
key and their range of values. Press [ENTER] to go forward to the next option, or
[Display] to back up to a previous option. The arrow keys are used to change the option
within its limits see the keys portion of this section for a complete description of how
they are used. Pressing [Cntl Parm] at any time will exit from this option setup
sequence.

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Note
Options are saved as they are changed.

CON menu
Process display Set display options Description

Pb 0 to 9999 Proportional band

rEs 0 to 99.99 Reset

rAt 0 to 9.99 Rate

CYC 1 to 250 Cycle time in seconds

HIPO 0 to 100 High limit on percent


output

LOPO -100 to 100 Low limit on percent


output

LDLN -100 to 100 Load Line

CON menu Continued...


Process display Set display Description

CONV This parameter sets the control process (and setpoint) the instrument
will use to control to setpoint.

N/A Turns off the control process

TEMP Selects the temperature at input 1, as displayed in the Process


window when the TEMP display is selected. Setpoint
resolution changes to XXXX (degrees).

O2MV Selects the probe millivolt at input 2, as displayed in the


Process window when the MV display is selected. Setpoint
resolution changes to XXXX (mv).

AUX Selects the auxiliary signal at input 3, as displayed in the


Process window when the AUX display is selected. Setpoint
resolution changes to XXXX.

CARB Selects the carbon process value as displayed in the Process

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window when the CARB display is selected. Setpoint
resolution changes to XX.XX (%).

DWPT Selects the dewpoint process value as displayed in the Process


window when the CARB display is selected. Setpoint
resolution changes to XXX.X (degrees).

CM XXX Control mode


Where XXX =
X__ = D or R for direct or reverse.
_XX = tp for time proportioning.
tc for time proportioning with compliment
td for time proportioning dual
ms for motor with slide wire feedback
of for OFF / ON control
oc for OFF / ON with compliment
od for OFF / ON dual
pp for position proportioning

SETP LOC, IN C Setpoint source;


local or input C
INP menu
Input A, B, or C values and actions are programmed from this menu. Display choices
shown are for input A. The other input choices follow through the same cycle.
Exceptions are noted in the table. Thermocouple degree choices for temperature display
come at the end of the full menu cycle.

Process display Set display choices Description

INA LIN, Tc, Off, Prog Linearization for input


A: LIN for linear
Tc ? For thermocouple type *
Off Prog for
Programmed.
Input C has three more choices L 30, L50, and L100.

CJCA YES, NO Cold junction


compensation active for input A

IAOF -999 to 9999 Input A offset for


program mode

IASP -999 to 999 Input A span value


for program mode

IADP 0 to 3 Input A displayed


decimal point location for program mode.

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tC deg F, deg C Temperature display


units

Notes:
* thermocouple types are found in the specifications. Values and types are also
found in Maintenance and Troubleshooting.

AOUT menu
Process display Set display options Description

AO1 CARB,DWPT, PO, O2MV Analog output 1


REFN, PROG, TEMP, AUX source *

AO1O -999 to 9999 Analog output 1


offset

AO1r 0 to 9999 Analog output 1


range

Analog out put 2 choices are the same menu items repeated.

*Analog output source 1 menu items:


PO = percent output
REFN = the reference number
PROG = the program
TEMP = temperature
AUX =Auxiliary output
CARB = Percent Carbon
DWPT = Dewpoint
O2MV = Probe millivolts

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CALC menu
Process display Set display options Description

PF C 0 to 2000 Process factor carbon

COMP NO,YES CO compensation


active

PF D 0 to 2000 Process factor


dewpoint

DP C STC,PIC Dewpoint calculatioon;


standard or piccolo

DP deg F, deg C Dewpoint display units

O2oF -999 to 1000 O2mv offset for carbon


and dewpoint calculations
COM menu
Process display Set display Description

HOST H or F, E or N Host communications


setup and 0 to 3
AUXM TEM or UDC Aux communications
port mode; MSI 10Pro or Honeywell UDC3000

AUX H or F, E or N Aux communications


setup and 0 to 3

SSOA NO, YES Slave setpoint offset


active

SSOn -500 to 500 Slave temperature


controller setpoint
offset The CARBPRO
can transfer 7 slave
temperatures and have
an offset for each. Address 1 is the not offset.
Notes:
communications choices for the CARBPRO are:
H = Half or F = full duplex
E = even or N = no parity
BAUD rate code
0 = 1200, 1 = 4800, 2 = 9600, 3 = 19.2k

PROG menu
Process display Set display Description

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TCO -999 to 999 thermocouple offset for
Alarm 85

AUTO NO, YES Auto start-up

APS NO, YES Auto program start

ASEV NO, YES Asynchronous event

LOCK 0 to 3 Lock level


The most accessible
level is 3, the least is
0. To set a password
See below.

Password Entry
The password can be entered by pressing the Dual-key sequence [Display] + [Pr.FactCtl.
Parm] keys. Any order of keys, except for the [Display] or [ENTER] key, can be
entered as a password, up to nine keys maximum. Press [ENTER] to save the password.
The number in the set display will count the number of keys entered. Pressing
[ENTER] without pressing any other key (i.e. set display=0) will clear the password. So
to have no password the sequence [Display] + [Pr.Fact/Ctl Parm], [Enter], [Enter]
,[Enter] must be pressed.

EVTS menu
Process display Set display options Description
EXT NO, YES External event
boards active

EVBD 1200, 4800 Events


communications baud
rate

EPI 0 to 4 Events partition


internal

EPXA 0 to 16 External analog board


partition ? Where ? is
0,1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7,
8, 9, A, B, C, D, E, F
Representing modules
0 through 15 respectively.

LINA XXX External analog board


Module linearization.

Where XXX = lin, prog, n/a

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or thermocouple type and
value *

Prob menu
Process display Set display options Description
PT I 0 to 9999 Probe test interval in
minutes

Ptrt 0 to 999 Probe impedance test


recovery time in
seconds

BOT 0 to 999 Probe burn off time in


seconds

BOrt 0 to 3600 Probe burn off


recovery time in
seconds

FdE 0 to 999 Final delay in seconds

Inhb NO,YES Inhibit or cancel tests

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All thermocouple displays have TC X format where X = thermocouple type. See the list
below

Thermocouple list:

Display T/c Type

NM

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[Alarm Set] key


The [Alarm Set] key also sets some parameters. Its menu is limited to alarm functions.
Again [Enter] and [Shift] move forward or back through the selections while setting up,
[arrow] keys change values and [Alarm Set] exits. All values are saved as they are
changed.

Alarm Set key


Process display Set display options Description

AL1M See notes Alarm 1 mode. Selects


which variable, type
of alarm, and whether
direct or reverse
acting. See notes
below.
AL1V -999 to 9999 Alarm 1 value.
Decimal point is
automatically set based
on control variable and
type of alarm.
A1TN 0 to 250 Alarm 1 turn on delay
time in seconds.

A1TF 0 to 250 Alarm 1 turn off delay


time in seconds.

At this point, if there is no need for ALARM 2 to be set, press [Alarm Set] to exit alarm
parameters.

If ALARM 2 does need to be set, press [Enter]. Use the information starting at the top
of the table for ALARM 1. The process display will change only from a 1 to a 2. All
other information in the table remains accurate for ALARM 2.

Notes:
Variable Description
D This is DIRECT operation for alarm actuation (i.e. the contact is normally open until
it reaches the trigger limit specified in the ALARM VALUE then the contact closes).

R REVERSE operation (opposite of NORMAL) for ALARM actuation (i.e. the alarm
contact is normally closed until it reaches the trigger limit specified in the ALARM
VALUE then the contact opens).

O2 Alarm actuation is based on the analog signal at Input B inputs exceeding the
limit in the Alarm Value. Input B inputs is physically located at TBD-4, TBD-5, and
TBD-6 on the unit's rear connectors.

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AUX Alarm actuation is based on the analog signal at Input C exceeding the limit
in the ALARM VALUE. Input C is physically located at TBD-7, TBD-8, and TBD-9
on the unit's rear conductors.

BND Alarm actuation uses BAND WIDTH control above and below a programmed
setpoint limit. (i.e. If the band is set by the ALARM VALUE to 0.10 and the
programmed setpoint is at 0.80, the alarm will trigger at 0.90 and 0.70.)

DEV Alarm actuation uses DEVIATION control above or below the programmed
setpoint. The + and - symbols determine if the deviation is allowed or if it is above (+)
the programmed setpoint or below (-) it. (i.e. If deviation of 0.10 is placed in the
ALARM VALUE and 0.80 is the programmed SETPOINT the alarm will trigger at 0.90
or 0.70, for -0.10.)

FLT An input FAULT, or a program alarm is to be used as basis for the actuation.
The ALARM VALUE is ignored.

PRG An Internal program will actuate the alarm.

PO Alarm actuation is based on the PERCENT OUTPUT exceeding the limit in


the ALARM VALUE .

PV PROCESS control mode. Alarm actuation is based on the PROCESS


VARIABLE exceeding the limit in the ALARM VALUE.

[SETPT] key

Parameter entry under the [Setpt] key is the same procedure as under the other two keys
controlling parameters. [Enter] moves forward [Display] moves back and [arrow] keys
change the values in a parameter. [Setpt] exits and values are saved when changed.

Setpt key
Process display Set display options Description

STPT -999 to 9999 Control loop setpoint.


The location of the
setpoint will be automatically set
based on the control
loop process variable.

REF 0 to 9999 Reference number.

NUM -999 to 9999 Operator input which


can be accessed by the
host computer system.

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OPERATION

Once installation and setup and configuration are complete, the day to day operation
needs of the CARBPRO depend upon the application. The basics are found in the
Quick Reference Guide.

To Respond to Alarm Messages :

Note the alarm and determine what caused the alarm.


Press [ENTER] once to deactivate (silence) alarm relay contact and continue program
execution.
After acknowledging the alarm, one of the following actions may be appropriate:

Abort the program by pressing the [Prog/Auto/Man] key.


In the case of a timed-out LIMIT statement (message #93), it is normally desirable to
continue the program by re-executing the offending LIMIT statement to be sure it is
satisfied. This is done automatically when the [ENTER] key is pressed to acknowledge
the alarm. If you do not want to re-execute the LIMIT statement, pressing the [SETPT]
key will cause the LIMIT statement to be skipped and the program to continue to the
next STEP.

Correct the problem or do what the programmed alarm indicates: see “Maintenance and
Troubleshooting”: the alarm messages for complete information on programmed alarms.
Then press [Enter] to continue the program.

If any alarm is only to be acknowledged and the operation is to continue, press


[ENTER] to silence the alarm and then press [SETPT] to skip to the next operation.

SETPOINT and the Reference Number

[SETPT] is used to enter the setpoint, the Reference Number, and the Operator Inputs.
The first press of [SETPT] will allow the arrow keys to adjust the value of the setpoint.
Use the [LEFT ARROW] or [RIGHT ARROW] keys to select the character to be
altered. Once the character to be changed is flashing, use the [UP ARROW] or [DOWN
ARROW] keys to select the desired number or symbol. After all characters are as
desired, press [ENTER] to place the value in nonvolatile memory and to continue
paging through the parameters. Pressing [ENTER] again allows the Reference Number
to be changed. Pressing [Display] at any time allows the operator to “back up”to the to
the step before [ENTER] was pressed. An additional press of [ENTER] allows the
operator Input to be changed. Anytime during the setting of values [SETPT] may be
pressed to save the value and exit.

All the parameters in this group have a lock level of 3.

SETPOINT Parameters

Display Parameters Description

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Stpt Setpoint The SET display window line


represents the basic parameter for the Control Loop
that the process needs.

REF Reference Number Assigns a number to a


program for future reference. These numbers can range
from 0 to 9999.

NUM Operator Input SET display window line =


-999 to 9999. Allows the operator to enter information
that may be needed by a program. This input may be
used similarly to the reference number.

PROG/AUTO/MAN

The Operation Mode for control of programs is selected by the [Prog/Auto/Man] key.
Pressing this key allows access to the operation mode selection controls.

The first selection, after pressing [Prog/Auto/Man], allows for control of the program to
be entered. The key presses that follow it depend upon the state of the program. If a
program is not running see “Running A Program” below.

Anytime during the selection process [Prog/Auto/Man] may be pressed to exit the
selection process. All of the parameters under this key have a Lock Level of 3.

MANual Mode.

In Manual mode the process variable is displayed in the PROCESS display, the SET
display shows the appropriate control value, and no control action is computed. The
arrow keys can also be used to activate the control output.

Either the percent ON time (time-proportion) or valve position (position proportion) is


displayed in the SET window. For single control mode operation this number is always
positive (0/50/100). The [UP ARROW] and the [DOWN ARROW] keys increase or
decrease the percent ON time or the valve position toward its fully opened or closed
positions by approximately 1%. This continues for as long as the key is pressed. The
[RIGHT ARROW] and [LEFT ARROW] keys force the CONTROL OUTPUTs to
increase or decrease the percent output by approximately 10%.

AUTOmatic Mode

In Automatic Mode the process variable is displayed in the PROCESS display, the
SETPOINT is displayed in the SET display, and control action is computed based upon
the PID parameters and the input(s). Pressing and holding the [LEFT ARROW] key will
cause the SET display to show the control action as described previously in "Manual
Mode.”

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PROGRAM OPERATIONS

Running a Program
1. Press [PROG/AUTO/MAN] until the instrument's Prog LED lights.

2. The Program Number is displayed in the SET display, select the program to be run
using the arrow keys.
OPTIONAL: If beginning at a step other than 1 Repeatedly press the [SHIFT] key to
select the step upon which the program should start. The step number will appear in the
PROCESS display.

3. Press [ENTER] to run the program.


If the Program Number in the SET display begins to flash, there is something wrong
with the program (i.e. memory disruption, wrong command, etc.). Press the
[PROG/AUTO/MAN] key to escape, or select a new program using the arrow keys.
Troubleshoot the program and then restart this procedure.

Stopping a Program
Press [PROG/AUTO/MAN] UNTIL either the Auto or Man LEDs begin to flash,
indicating a program is in HOLD. Press [ENTER] to cancel the program (flashing will
stop).
OR
Press the [PROG/AUTO/ MAN] key until the Auto or Man LED is flashing, indicating
a program is in HOLD. Return to the program mode by pressing [PROG/AUTO/MAN]
and the PROCESS window will display the word HOLd. The SET window indicates
the program number that is in hold. Press any of the arrow keys to cancel the program.
The hold symbol will be replaced by the run symbol.

Placing a Program in HOLD


Press [PROG/AUTO/MAN] UNTIL the instrument is in either Auto or Man mode as
indicated by the LEDs. The flashing LED signifies the program is in HOLD.
OR
Press [Display]+[LEFT ARROW].

Note
If the instrument is in Manual mode and a program is in HOLD, no automatic control is
taking place.
If the instrument is in Automatic mode and a program is in HOLD, automatic control is
continuing.

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Restarting a Program From HOLD

1. Press [PROG/AUTO/MAN] UNTIL the instrument is in Programmer mode as


indicated by the Prog LED. The LED should be flashing signifying a program is in
HOLD.
OR
Press [Display] +[LEFT ARROW].

2. Do not alter the program number, otherwise, the program will start from the first step
and not where it had left off.
3. Press [ENTER] and the program will continue executing with the step where the HOLD
was initiated.

To Enter Program Editor*

1. Press Display/Setpt
2. Select the program to be edited using the "arrow keys"(Edit / 0001)
3. Press Enter

* Note that the unit will allow editing of a program that might be running. This editing
will not affect the currently-running copy of this program until the program is actually
restarted, either manually or by a program jump.

To Edit Program Steps

1. Use the [LEFT ARROW] and [RIGHT ARROW] keys to select digits to be changed
(either the OPCODE or the data)

2. Use the [UP ARROW] and [DOWN ARROW] keys to change the selected digit

3. Press [ENTER] to move forward to the next step, or

4. Press [Display] to move backward to the previous step

5. If at any point the program does not advance or back up, and the entire SET display
starts flashing, the data in the SET display is invalid for the OPCODE shown. Use the
[arrow keys] to enter the correct data and then press [ENTER].

To Insert A Step

1. 1. Go to the step of the desired insertion, using either the [ENTER] or [Display] keys
2. Press [Control Parm]
3. Enter the new step, OPCODE and data
4. Press [ENTER]

To Delete A Step

1. Go to the step to be deleted, using either[ Enter] or [Shift]

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2. Press [Alarm Set]

To Exit the Editor Without Saving the Program

1. Press [Setpt ]at any time, the edited program is lost (the copy in non-volatile memory is
unchanged)

To Exit the Editor Saving the Program

1. Edit through step 19 as required, inserting NOP's wherever no operation is to be


executed

2. Press [ENTER]

3. Select the program number in the SET display using the [arrow keys] until the desired
program number is being displayed (SAVE / 0000)

4. Press [ENTER], the program stored in that location previously is now lost (SAVE /
Done)

Changing Parameters

All of the CARBPRO parameters, program numbers, OPCODES, and data values can
be altered using the following procedure:

Press [Pr. Fact./Ctrl. Param.]. The word MENU will appear in the PROCESS window.
The Parameter group will appear in the SET window. Press [ENTER]. The symbol for
the parameter is displayed in the PROCESS window while the current alterable data is
shown in the SET window. The flashing character is the one that can be altered.

Use the [LEFT ARROW] or [RIGHT ARROW] keys to select the character to be
altered.

Once the character to be changed is flashing, use the [UP ARROW] or [DOWN
ARROW] keys to select the desired number or symbol.

After all characters are as wanted, press the [ALARM SET] key to place the value in
memory and exit,
OR
press [ENTER] to save the value and continue (forward) editing other parameters,
OR
[Display] to save the value and continue (back) editing other parameters.

NOTE
If an entered number value is not within the acceptable data range, the
maximum/minimum value will flash in the SET display. Repeat the above procedure
until an acceptable value has been entered.

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See “Setup and Configuration” for the Menu table and parameter definitions. The
Alarms are also found there.

VIEWING A PROGRAM WHILE IT IS RUNNING


See “Status Display Page” in Maintenance and Troubleshooting

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Programmer Operations

Introduction to Programming Techniques

The CARBPRO Programmer uses a step/OPCODE approach rather than a segment


approach.
The advantages of using OPCODES (operation code) are:

1) only what is to be changed is entered,

2) features can be added to older instruments, and

3) less information needs to be saved for each step therefore more programs can be
stored.

The step approach is very similar to what an operator would do if he were manually
controlling the process.

Some of the features in the OPCODEs may not be obvious as to how they would be
used until more experience is gained. However, with a little practice and
experimentation the Programmer can soon be mastered.

Each program in the CARBPRO consists of nineteen steps (one OPCODE per step).
Some OPCODEs allow programs to be linked together. The CARBPRO can store up to
200 programs in non-volatile memory.

Description of OPCODEs

The following "alphabet" lists all of the available OPCODEs for the CARBPRO
Programmer.

E MNEMONIC/ DATA DESCRIPTION


OPCODE
ALARM 0001-0079 80-83* MESSAGE # Sound
A and display alarm to
summon operator and convey a message.

BRAN 0000-0019 Specifies an "if


b true" and "if false" step number to jump to
based upon the previous condition (b TT.FF).
BRAN 0 branches out of the program.

AUXCN 0-4000 Set Alarm 2 C Setpoint value if Switch 7, Bank


C 1 is ON. If Switch 7, Bank 1 is OFF,
interpreted as NOP.

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ADREF -128 to 127 Add to reference


d number.

EVENT 1.0-15.1 Turns an output


E ON/OFF or waits for an input condition. The
Programmer waits
for an acknowledgment
that the change has
occurred before
advancing to the next step. (.0 for OFF; .1 for
ON)

GOSUB 0-201 Allows one program


G to execute another
program and then continue. Any program can
be called a subroutine as long as it does not call
another subroutine. When a subroutine ends,
the calling program is reloaded and restarted at
the step following the G OPCODE. A GOSUB
201 will cause a program to be called whose
number is equal to the reference no.

TEMPS 0-4000 Set the temperature


H Setpoint.

TEMPI 0-4000 Check to see if


h the temperature is
above specified value.

DELAY 2-250 sec Insert a short delay


i in seconds.

JUMP 0-201 Jump to another


J program and continue executing at the new
program. The Programmer never returns to the
program with the J OPCODE unless called with
the
G OPCODE. A
JUMP 0000 will reload and execute the
currently running program.

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MNEMONIC/ DATA DESCRIPTION
OPCODE

LIMIT .05-40.00 hrs Limit the amount of


L time the Programmer
should wait for something to happen
before sounding an
alarm. The L OPCODE performs no operation
by itself, it only performs a function when used
with another OPCODE. The data in a LIMIT
statement
may also be interpreted
as Temperature. (Refer to "Effect of Limit
Statement")

REF#S 0-255 Set the reference


n number.

OUTPUT 0000 to 0255 Set a value to be


O used for the selected Analog Output (XXXX).

OXINQ 000.0 to 100.0 Test input b.


o

PID 0-999 Allows the


P Proportional Band to be altered by the
Programmer. It is
used in conjunction
with = OPCODE.*

REF#I 0-4000 Test to see if the


Q reference number is
above the specified
value.

RAMP 05-40.00 hrs Specifies the time


r (.05-40 hours) to ramp from the current
temperature Setpoint to the new temperature
setpoint. Must be
followed by an H
OPCODE.

SOAK .05-40.00 hrs. Soak for


S specified period of time.

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TIMES0-40.00 hrs Set the master timer
T to the specified value for count down. If the set
value is 0, the timer
will count up to a
maximum of 99.99
hours and HOLD.

TIMEI 0-40.00 hrs Check to see if the


t timer is above the
specified value.

UNTIL-99 to 99 Causes the


u Programmer to wait
until the percent output reaches the specified
value. This OPCODE
is used when it is
desired to know when a load is up to
temperature. Since the percent output needed
to maintain the furnace at a given temperature
can be determined, the load will be up to
temperature when the percent output returns to
that value.

AUXI 0000 to 4000 Check to see if the


Y auxiliary input is above the specified value.

PIDEQ0-99.99 Allows the Reset,


= Rate, LOPO and HIPO parameters to be
changed by the
Programmer. *Only if preceded by
P OPCODE.

NOP 0000 No operation. (Data


- is forced to 0)

* Refer to NOTE at the end of this section for further information.

Note:
The P and = OPCODEs are used together as shown in the following example which
enters values for the Pb=150, Reset=.3, Rate=.05, LOPO=20 and HIPO=95
01 P 0150 Pb=150
02 = 0030 Reset=.30
03 = 0005 Rate=.05
04 = 0020 Minimum %Output=20%*
05 = 0095 Maximum %Output=95%*
cycle Time=16

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When altering the above parameters, note that no decimal point appears.

Note:
The execution of a JUMP or a GOSUB statement always loads the program into
working memory whereas an unconditional BRANCH statement does not reload the
program.
Note that the Programmer counts time in hours, tenths of hours (=6 minutes) and
hundredths of hours (=36 seconds) rather that in hours, minutes, and seconds.

Symbol Table of OPCODEs


DISPLAY SYMBOL PROGRAMMER OPCODE

A-ALARM

b-BRAN

C-AUXCN

d-ADREF

E-EVENT

F-FSOAK

DISPLAY SYMBOL PROGRAMMER OPCODE

G-GOSUB

H-TEMPS

h-TEMPI

I-DELAY

J-JUMP

L-LIMIT

n-REF#S

O-OUTPUT

o-OXINQ

P-PID

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q-REF#I

r-RAMP

S-SOAK

T-TIMES

t-TIMEI

U-TOUTI

Y-AUXI

=-PIDEQ

--NOP

Limit Statements

There are various ways to force a program to wait for something to happen. Although it
may seem that the specified condition should be easily satisfied, it is still wise to put
realistic time limits on how long the wait should be.
The following chart summarizes the effect the LIMIT statement has on each OPCODE.

Effect of Limit Statement on OPCODES


OPCODE Effect of Limit Statement

A Effective with alarm codes 80 and 81. An


80 or 81 -- limit statement sets deviation
band in degrees, decimal point is ignored
(i.e. 1.00 is 100 degrees)
b No Effect*
C No Effect*
d No Effect*
E No effect on event output. On event input, sets the maximum amount
of time to wait for that event to occur. An alarm 93 is displayed or
sounded.**
G No Effect*
H Forces a wait and sets the maximum amount of time to wait for the
temperature to reachsetpoint +10 F(+5 C).**
h Sets maximum time to wait for a condition to be met.**
I No Effect*
J No Effect*
L No Effect*
n No Effect*

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o Sets the maximum time to wait for a condition to be met.*
P No Effect*
q No Effect*
r ILLEGAL! An r OPCODE must always be followed by an H
OPCODE.
S No Effect*
T No Effect*
t Sets maximum time to wait for a
condition to be met.**
U Sets maximum time to wait for a
condition to be met.**
Y Sets the maximum time allowed to
wait for a condition to be met.*
= No Effect*
- No Effect*
* When a LIMIT statement follows this OPCODE it is interpreted as a NOP.

** An alarm 93 is displayed and/or sounded only if the limit statement is not


followed by a branch. If the condition is not met by the time listed in the data
statement, the unit will display and/or sound an Alarm #93. If the alarm need only
be acknowledged and operation is to continue, press Enter once to silence the alarm
and then press Setpt to skip the LIMIT OPCODE and resume operation.

The operation of a limit statement after the following OPCODEs is described in more detail
below:

E (EVENT) (INPUT) - A limit statement here will cause the program to wait for the
specified event INPUT (normally event numbers 8-15) to switch to the specified state (ON
OR OFF, 1 OR 0), before proceeding. If this does not occur within the specified limit time, a
limit time-out alarm will occur.
Note: The event INPUT must be held in the trip state for at least 30 seconds to make sure
that the Programmer will acknowledge it. Thus, a momentary push button could not be
used as an event INPUT unless some type of latching scheme is employed. If a limit
statement is not used, the program may wait indefinitely.

H (TEMPS) A limit statement here will cause the program to wait for the measured
temperature to come to within +10 F (or +10 C) of the specified Setpoint. If this does not
occur within the specified limit time, a limit time-out alarm will occur. If no limit statement
is used, the Programmer simply sets the specified Setpoint and goes on to the next step. The
maximum time that a limit statement will accept is 40 hours. Use the Programmer Status
Display during a wait operation to reveal the time left before a limit time-out alarm will
occur.

Branch Statements

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nor a limit statement is placed after an inquiry the Programmer will sit at the inquiry line
indefinitely. A branch statement can immediately follow an inquiry or it can placed after the
limit statement, for example:
INQUIRY or INQUIRY
BRANCH LIMIT
BRANCH
The effect of a branch after an inquiry is to jump to a specific line in the program based upon
the outcome of the inquiry. The format of the branch OPCODE is b TT.FF; therefore if the
outcome is true the program jumps to the step number listed first. Whereas , if the outcome is
false, the program jumps to the second step.

A limit statement between an inquiry and a branch just sets a definite time to wait for the
inquiry to become true. It has no effect on the outcome of the inquiry or where the program
branches to. It only effects the length of the time delay.

If a branch statement is not preceded by an inquiry, or any conditional statement, the branch is
automatically assumed TRUE.

An unconditional branch is one in which the steps specified for true and false are the same. An
unconditional branch to step 1 (b 01.01) will cause a program to loop back to the beginning of
the program every time the above statement is encountered. The difference between a b 01.01
and a J 0000 is that the jump reloads the program and would therefore pick up any changes
edited into the program after it was initially started.

Writing and Editing a Program

Writing

Before a program can ever be written into the CARBPRO, the author must understand and
perform the following process:

1. Determine what the program is to do.


2. Write, revise, and rewrite an algorithm (program in words) until part 1 works.
3. Construct the program for the CARBPRO using the OPCODEs listed in "Programmer
Alphabet".

The Programmer Editor can be used to create a new program or modify an already existing
program. While in Program Edit mode, the unit continues to control the furnace (as long as
the Auto LED is on), and a running program continues if the program LED is on.

The Editor Mode:

To get the unit into the editor mode, perform the dual-key operation [Display][Setpt.] The
PROCESS window will have the message EDIT displayed and the SET window will have a
XXXX displayed signifying the program number to be edited. At this point any of the 200
programs can be called into the edit space using the arrow keys to change the necessary

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digits. That is, the [left arrow] or [right arrow] keys can be used to select the digit to be
changed and the [up arrow] or [down arrow] keys can be used to select 0 through 9.
Next, press the [Enter] key once more to begin entering or modifying the program. The
PROCESS display will show step 01. The OPCODE character is also displayed in the
PROCESS display while the SET display will show the DATA line in various formats
depending on the OPCODE character. To advance through each step of the program use the
[Enter] key; to move backwards in the program use the [Display] key.

At any point, a step can be inserted or deleted. To insert a step, press Control Parm, this
forces the OPCODE at step 19 to be lost and a -(NOP) will appear. To delete a step, press
[Alarm Set key], this causes a - NOP to be pulled in at step 19.

Use the [left arrow] or [right arrow] keys to determine whether the OPCODE or DATA is to
be changed. If a data character is flashing move left or right in the data by using the arrows. If
the OPCODE needs to flash press the [left arrow] until the OPCODE character flashes the
[right arrow] does not allow access to the OPCODE. If the OPCODE is to be changed, the
[up arrow] or [down arrow] keys can be used to scroll through the OPCODES alphabetically.
If either the "up arrow" or "down arrow" keys are held down, the OPCODEs will
automatically be displayed with each flash of the display. When entering data, the "up arrow"
and "down arrow" keys can be used to select 0 through 9 (or negative sign, if applicable).

If at any point [Enter] or [Shift] is pressed and the SET display starts flashing, the data is not
valid for the OPCODE shown. Use the arrow keys to alter the data as required and press
[Enter] or [Display] to continue entering or editing the program.

Exiting

Once all 19 steps have been entered or modified as needed and the editor is sitting at step 19,
press [Enter] one more time to get the message SAVE displayed in the PROCESS window.
The program number, the number of the program originally pulled into the edit space, will
appear in the SET display but can be changed using the arrow keys.
If the program number is changed at this point, however, the edited program will be stored as
the new number. For example, it is possible to call up program #29, edit it, and store it back
as program #4. The original #29 is still intact, and whatever was in program #4 is now
replaced with the edited #29.
If, while entering data an error is made, or it is desired to exit the editing routine without
making any changes, press Setpt and the unit will continue normal operation. The edited
information will be lost.
NOTE:
It is recommended that program #200 be kept as a "garbage" program location
to temporarily store programs as required.

Programmer messages are displayed when inputting data and using the Editor, refer to the
table shown below:

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Explanation of Programmer Messages
DISPLAY MESSAGE
EDIT Pull the program into the editor
SAVE Save the edited program
RUN Run the program
HOLD Place the running program into Hold

Effect of Start-up Sequence on Programmer

The two start-up options described in "Start-Up Procedures" affect the Programmer
significantly.
If a Shift-Shift-Enter start-up was used, the program running at the time of power was lost
will pick up where it left off. This includes events and soak times.
If a simple Enter-Enter start-up sequence was used, the program is canceled. All events will
return to the rest position (OFF) and the setpoint is lost.
Alarm Messages

Programmer alarms interrupt Manual display, as discussed in "Keyboard


Operations". This prevents important error messages from being lost while the
Manual display is activated.
Once any of the following alarms are displayed and/or sounded, the dual-key
operation Shift/"down arrow" cannot be used until the alarm is silenced by pressing
Enter. This does not clear the alarm, however.
Programmer Alarms appear at Event 0 on the Optomux board.

To respond to alarm displays (#01-#98)

1. Press Enter one time to deactivate alarm relay contact (silence).


2. Examine the display to determine the origin of the system alarm:

Messages #01-79:

Indicate a programmed alarm (from an "A-ALARM" OPCODE in the program) has occurred.
The response should be to carry out whatever task the message code indicates. For example,
Message #37 might mean put test pins in furnace, while #28 might mean to manually change
the temperature setpoint to 1550`F. These codes should be assigned for the particular
installation involved.

Message #80-#81:

Used, in conjunction with the Programmer, for the following purpose:


81 TURN ON A TEMPERATURE DEVIATION BAND ALARM
(COMMUNICATING TEMPERATURE CONTROLLER REQUIRED)
80 TURN OFF SAME

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the width of the particular deviation band
(i.e. +10`,+25` or +12%C, etc.). If no LIMIT statement is used, the previous deviation value
will be used. Both the turn ON and turn OFF statements can set the deviation. The alarms
are said to be "smart" in the sense that they are not armed until the process is actually at the
required setpoint. If tripped, the alarms produce the standard programmer ALARM display
and pulsing alarm. The program remains in HOLD until action is taken.

Also, after the Deviation Alarm 81 occurs, clearing the alarm also clears the inb and flag;
therefore, the process must reach setpoint before the alarm can sound again. The alarm is
automatically disarmed at the end of a program.
Message #82-90:
Not assigned.
Message #91:
Reserved
Message #92:
Indicates a problem on the Events Buss. This error may occur at any point in a program
that attempts to use events statements.
One of the following conditions possibly exists:
a. The OPTOMUX board of interest is not present, is disconnected, or is turned off.
b. The jumpers on the events board are improperly set.
Should be configured for:
-2 pass format
-1200 baud
-Address #1
-Multidrop Mode
c. There is severe disruption of communication due to the use of wrong cable, too
long a cable run, routing of cable in non-recommended termination schemes (i.e.
WYE), or improper or missing termination resistor connections.

Message #93:

Indicates a limit statement has timed out. This must be interpreted in the particular situation,
but if the limit time specified in the program was realistic, then a flaw in the system is
indicated, or an instrumentation or operator error has occurred.

Message #94:

Not assigned.

Message #95:

Indicates an illegal ramp, the r OPCODE is not followed by the H OPCODE in the currently
running program.

Message #96:

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RESTART mode as determined by DIP Switch 5 on Bank 1.

Message #97:

Indicates that a subroutine is calling a subroutine which is illegal with the MSI Programmer.

Message #98:

Indicates that a jump from one program to another was attempted but not implemented due to
memory disruption or a J201 to reference number too large.
Message #99:

Not assigned.

Message #101:

Indicates that a recipe has attempted to change the instrument set point when the remote
setpoint selection (SETP) has been changed from LOC (local) to IN C (input C).

3. After taking the required action based upon the alarm message, there are several possible
courses of action:
a. Press Enter again to continue with the program (after
either correcting the problem with the temperature or events buss in the case of
error message #92, or taking the prescribed action in the case of programmable
messages 01 through 89).
b. Abort the program by pressing PROG/AUTO/MAN.
c. In the case of a timed-out limit statement, (message #93), it is normally desirable
to continue the program by re-executing the offending limit statement to be sure it
is satisfied. To do this, simply press Enter. A setpoint will cause the LIMIT
statement to be skipped and the program to continue on the next step.

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STATUS DISPLAY PAGE

The status display is broken into “pages” and “paragraphs” the “pages” are
represented here by columns and the” paragraphs”, by the individual cells. See
“Setup And Configuration” for the values displayed here most of the status
pages correspond to the setup menus.
Press [Display]+[Down Arrow] to enter the page display table. Press [Right
Arrow] or [Left Arrow] to move from one column to the next in the display.
Press [Up Arrow] or [Down Arrow] to move down a column.

3.5 c PROG EVNT DATA EXT CONT (generic) SLVE PROB


r ?? ALOG INST CARE
R? SP 1 CJ EA 0 PO 00 = 0 HSP1 DATE
P??? //// ???? ???? ???? C11C ???? M.DD
G? ACT 1 TC EA 1 PB : HAC1 TIME
p??? //// ???? ???? ???? : ???? HH.MM
- PAR 1 O2 EA -- RES HPO1 IMP
???? //// ???? ???? ???? ???? X.X
kohm
RT ST 1 AUX ---- RAT ** I RT
???? B 10 ???? ???? .SSS
MT CARB ---- CYC ** BOMV
???? ???? ???? ????
PAL DWPT ---- LOPO ** BOTC
???? ???? ????
---- HIPO HST1 BORT
???? G ?? .SSS
EA 15 LDLN ----
???? ????
ST A SW HST 8
X ?? ????

NOTES:
---- The item displayed in the box above this repeats through the full cycle of
options. For example:
Exterior Analog has 16 displays and Slave Instrument has 8.
** Items displayed above this repeat in sequence through the full cycle of options. For
example: Slave Instrument will display data for HSP, HAC, And HPO for each option in the
cycle before going to the next option.
: The Generic table (the title of this page does not display) displays the parameters in hex
for all the programs loaded into the CARBPRO 3.5 . These are for engineering
troubleshooting purposes only. The operator should not try to use these.

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Status Display Column 1 – Firmware version

The first column displays the firmware version number. The 3.5 c indicates that the
instrument is a version 3.5 Carbpro. The number following the ‘r’ is the actual frimware
version.

Status Display Column 2 – Program

PROG Program Menu

R? R = Line number of running recipe, P =


P??? Running program number
G? G = Line number of running gosub routine
P??? (if called), P = running gosub program
number
- Display of current running line op code
???? and data
RT Remaining time (soak timer) if running.
????
MT Remaining time of master timer if set.
????
PAL Program alarm number (if active)

Status Display Column 3 – Event

EVNT Events

SP 1 Displays the event setpoints for all 16


//// possible events. An event is active if it’s
corresponding tick mark is lit. The top row
represents events 0 through 7, from left to
right. The lower row of tick marks
represents events 8 through 15. All the
events can be turned off by pressing the
[Disp] and [Setpt] keys at the same time
while displaying the SP1 page. Events 0
through 3 are valid if only the instrument’s
internal events are being used. If an
external event board is used, the first four
external events and the internal events will
turn on/off at the same time when event 0
through 3 are addressed by the ‘E’ recipe
op code.

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ACT 1 Displays the actual on/off state of each of 16
//// events. Each tick mark represents an event.
PAR 1 Displays the partition setting of the events.
//// A tick mark indicates that the
corresponding event is set as an ouput.
ST 1 Status of external event board
B 10 communications, B 10 = bad comms, G 00 =
good comms

Status Display Column 4 – Data

DATA Data Display

CJ Cold Junction temperature in degrees (F


???? or C)
TC Thermocouple temperature in degrees (F
???? or C)
O2 Millivolt input level applied to Carbpro’s
???? probe millivolt input.
AUX Scaled Auxillary input value.
????
CARB Calculated Carbon value based on
???? temperature and probe millivolts.
DWPT Calculated Dewpoint value based on
???? temperature and probe millivolts.

Status Display Column 5 – External Analog


The external analog events pages shows the values of the active analog events depending on
what type of opto module is used in each event location.

EXT External Analog Events


ALOG
EA X Input value of analog event X,
???? where X is event inputs 0
through 15.
ST A Status of analog board
G 00 communications, B10 = bad
comms, G00 = good comms

Status Display Column 6 – Control

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CONT Control Display, this are displayed values only.
These parameters can be changed in the Process
Factor / Control key menu.
PO Actual percent output
????
PB Actual proportional band
????
RES Actual reset setting.
????
RAT Actual rate setting.
????
CYC Actual cycle time setting.
????
LOPO Actual low power output setting.
????
HIPO Actual high power output setting.
????
LDLN Actual load line setting.
????
SW Actual slide wire input value.
????

Status Display Column 7 – Memory Map

This display should be used by advanced users and Marathon service personnel. The
memory map or generic display shows values as they are stored in various memory
locations. Both value and memory location addresses are in hexadecimal notation. In the
upper row the display shows XX=Y, where XX is the memory address and Y is the memory
table. The memory addresses range from 00 to FF. The table is fixed at 0. The lower row
shows the data stored in the memory location shown.

Pressing the [Enter] key advances the address by x10 memory locations. Pressing the
[Enter] and [Setpt] keys at the same time will allow changes to the lower value for the
displayed memory location.

Status Display Column 8 – Slave Instruments

SLVE Slave Temperature controller menu


INST
HSP1 Temperature setpoint of first temperature slave.
????

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HAC1 Actual temperature being measured by temperature
???? slave 1.
HPO1 Actual percent output of temperature slave 1.
????
HSP** Repeats setpoint for slave controllers 2 – 8.

HAC** Repeats actual temperature for slave controllers 2 – 8.

HPO** Repeats actual temperature percent output for slave


controllers 2 – 8.
HST1 Repeats communication status for temperature slave
G ?? controllers 1 – 8.

Status Display Column 9 – Probe Care

PROB Probe Care data display menu


CARE
DATE Date of last probe care test M = month, DD =
M.DD day.
TIME Time of last probe care test, Hours.minutes.
HH.MM
IMP Measured probe impedance shown in kilo-ohms.
X.X kohm
I RT Impedance recovery time in seconds.
.SSS
BOMV Burnoff millivolts. Should be lower than process
???? millivolts.
BOTC Burnoff temperature. Should be higher than
???? process temperature.
BORT Burnoff recovery time in seconds.
.SSS

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CALIBRATION PROCEDURES
The CARBPRO instrument is shipped completely pre-calibrated. The drift
characteristics of the input circuits are excellent but from time to time adjustment may
be necessary in order to maintain high accuracy.

Analog Input Calibration.


There are three analog inputs and a cold junction compensation sensor on the
CARBPRO. The input level and input features for each input are determined by
changeable daughter boards that are mounted piggy back on the analog input board.
There are several types of input daughter boards: thermocouple input, auxiliary input, 4
to 20 mA input, 0 to 10 V linear, RTD, and slide wire input.

The standard factory configuration is for input A to be a thermocouple input, input B to


be an Oxygen probe input(auxiliary input) board, and input C to be a slidewire feedback
input. If the instrument to be calibrated does not have the standard factory
configuration, then identifying the configuration is necessary so that the proper
procedure for each input board can be followed.

Displays And Keyboard

When operating in the calibration mode, the displays and front panel keys take on
special assignments. The PROCESS display shows the value of the input being
calibrated with a flashing digit. This flashing digit shows the relative sensitivity of the
arrow keys, as described following the key descriptions. The SET display shows which
input is being calibrated and whether the zero value or the span value is being modified.

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The SET display messages are shown below:

Message Description

Z-A Zero input A


Z-B Zero input B
Z-C Zero input C
Z-SW Zero slide wire (from
input C)
S-A Span input A
S-B Span input B
S-C Span input C
S-SW Span slide wire (from
input C)

NOTE
It is very important to be sure the SET display is showing the proper mode
before making an adjustment or the wrong value will be changed.

Adjustment Sensitivity

The adjustment sensitivity works in the following manner. If the digit farthest right in
the process display is flashing, then each press of the [Up Arrow] or [Down Arrow] key
will change the calibration value shown by one unit. This is the least sensitive position.
If the digit farthest left is flashing, then each press of the [Up Arrow] or [Down Arrow]
key will change the calibration value by a thousand units. The middle digits will show
sensitivities of a hundred and ten units respectively. It is not important to know the
relative worth of one calibration unit. Understanding that the location of the flashing
digit affects change that one key press will make on the calibration value is necessary.
By observing the degree of sensitivity one key press makes at each flashing digit
location, you can quickly see how to use this feature.

Preparing For Calibration

Before placing the CARBPRO into calibration mode, check to be sure that for each
input:
The proper thermocouple type has been selected, and
Cold Junction compensation has been selected, if required. Cold Junction compensation
can be selected by using the [Setup] key. The option is below the corresponding input
type selection.

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The CARBPRO is placed into calibration mode by connecting a jumper from TBD-17
to TBD-18. To make sure of the integrity of the calibration factors, power should be
applied to the CARBPRO before this jumper is installed and not removed until after this
jumper has been removed. The CARBPRO should be operating for at least 30 minutes
before calibration to make sure that input circuits have stabilized.
For each input of the CARBPRO, follow the calibration procedure by the type of input
board installed for that input. Once an input has been calibrated, be sure to press the
[Enter] key to make sure that the latest calibration factors are stored.

Calibration Of The Thermocouple Board

This calibration procedure assumes that a thermocouple has been selected and internal
cold junction compensation is being used. If this is not true, follow the procedure for the
auxiliary board using a 0 to 40 millivolt signal. The calibration procedure is as follows:

Connect the input to be calibrated to a junction compensated calibrator (IE: Biddle


Instrument Co. Versa-Cal Calibrator) using the proper extension wire for the
thermocouple type selected.

Using the [Display] key, select the proper input to be calibrated (input A, if standard
configuration).

Using the [Enter] key, select the zero mode (IE: if for input A, Z-A).

Set the calibrator output to the recommended zero value for the thermocouple type
selected. See the table below.

Using the Arrow keys, adjust the process value to equal the calibrator output.

Press the [Enter] key to select the span mode (IE: S-A, for input A).

Set the calibrator output to the recommended span value in for the thermocouple type
selected.

Using the arrow keys, adjust the process value to equal the calibrator output.
Repeat steps f. through j. until no additional change is needed.

Press the [Enter] key one more time to be sure the calibration factors are stored. Go to
the next input to be calibrated or exit calibration mode by removing the calibration
jumper or pressing [Setup] .

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Thermocouple Zero ºF(ºC) SpanºF ( C)
type
B 200 (90) 3000 (1800)
C 32 (0) 3000 (1800)
E 32 (0) 1300 (900)
J 32 (0) 1300 (900)
K 32 (0) 2300 (1200)
N 32 (0) 2300 (1200)
NNM 32 (0) 2000 (1100)
R 300 (150) 3000 (1800)
S 300 (150) 3000 (1800)
T 32 (0) 700 (350)

The usable ranges of the thermocouple types are shown in The table above. If having a
high accuracy over a specific operating range is desirable then the input should be
calibrated over that range. Follow the calibration procedure for normal calibration with
the following changes. Use the low end of the desired range as the zero value and the
high end as the span value. There will be more interaction between zero and span with
this method. The desired operating range must fit with the limits of the table.

Oxygen /Auxiliary Board Calibration

To Zero the board Calibration

Turn off the power at the simulator.

Short the input by putting a banana plug shorting block into the simulator. Short the
jumper (switch) wired into 17 and 18 to calibration mode.

This will produce some value in the PROCESS window and Z-A in the SET window.
Use the left and right arrow keys to change the adjustment from coarse to fine in the
PROCESS window, and the up and down arrow keys to change the value. Adjust the
PROCESS window value to zero (0), or as close as possible.

Press the [Enter] key twice to store the value.

Press the [Display] key to change the SET window to Z-B or Z-C and repeat steps 4 and
5 for inputs B and C.

After all the values are stored, press the [Display] key to return the SET window to Z-A

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and press the [Enter] key to change it to S-A (span).

To set the span


Put the meter leads into the banana plug to measure mV (300----).

Remove the jumper block from the simulator.

Using a meter to check your input voltage on the O2 side, enter 1400 or 1500 mV from
the simulator, and turn ON the simulator.

Set the span values at 1400 or 1500 (depending on what the simulator generated) using
the arrow keys to adjust the values.

Press the [Enter] key twice to save the values and press the [Display] key to change the
input type.

Repeat steps 1-5 for each input (A, B, and C), pressing [Enter] twice to save the values
each time. Wait 5 to 10 seconds to allow the reading to record, then take it out of
calibration mode by throwing the switch.

Remove the banana plugs from the simulator (remove the load from the line) and wait
for the instrument to "max out" at 3500.

Let the reading settle at maximum (another 5 to 10 seconds) hen reinsert the banana
plug into the simulator to see if the instrument returns to a steady 1500 at all inputs.

Vary the input millivoltage down and verify that 1500 reduces to 1000 at a steady level
for each input setting.

Check the reference voltage on TBD-5 and 6 (for input B) and 8 and 9 (for input C).
Should read around +2 mV (between 1.8 and 2.2 is considered good).

Linear (0-10VDC) Board Calibration

Initial Settings
The following steps set up the parameters necessary to calibrate the Linear board.
Verify these settings before proceeding with this calibration.

1. Press the [Pr. Fact / Ctl. Parm] key once.


2. Use the [Right] or [Left] arrow keys to display MENU INP
3. Press the [Enter] key until IN C is displayed in the process window
4. Set IN C to PROG by using the [Up] or [Down] arrow keys.
5. Press the [Enter] key to move to CJCC (cold junction compensation – C)
6. Change CJCC to NO
7. Press the [Enter] key to display ICOF (input C offset)
8. Set ICOF to 0000
9. Press the [Enter] key to display ICSP (input C span)

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10. Set ICSP to 01.00
11. Press the [Enter] key to display ICDP (input C decimal point)
12. Set ICDP to 2

Zero
Turn off the power at the simulator.

Short the input by putting a banana plug shorting block into the simulator. Short the
jumper (switch) wired into 17 and 18 to calibration mode.

This will produce some value in the PROCESS window and Z-A in the SET window.
Change Z-A to Z-C by pressing the [Display] key.

Use the left and right arrow keys to change the adjustment from coarse to fine in the
PROCESS window, and the up and down arrow keys to change the value. Adjust the
PROCESS window value to zero (0), or as close as possible.

Press the [Enter] key twice to store the value.

Press the [Enter] key to change Z-C to S-C (span).

Span

Put the meter leads into the banana plugs to measure Volts.

Remove the jumper block from the simulator.

Using a meter to check your input voltage on the O2 side, enter 10V for the simulator,
and turn ON the simulator.

Set the span values at 10.00 (depending on what the simulator generated) using the
arrow keys to adjust the values.

Press the [Enter] key twice to save the values and press the [Display] key to change the
input type (if required).

Wait 5 to 10 seconds to allow the readings to record, then take it out of calibration
mode by throwing the switch.

Remove the banana plugs from the simulator (remove the load from the line).

It may be necessary to change the ICOF and ICSP values to scale the input C signal to a
particular process value. For example it would be necessary to change ICSP to 2.00 if
input C was going to used as a carbon setpoint source. A 0V to 10V input would
indicate a 0% to 2% carbon.

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It is possible to change the scale value without changing the calibration if an input level
other than 10V is going to be used. For example, if a 5V input will represent a 2.00%
carbon setpoint, then just change ICSP to 4.00.

Slidewire Board Calibration

Zero
Turn off the power at the simulator.

Short the input by putting a banana plug shorting block into the simulator. Short the
jumper ( switch) wired into 17 and 18 to calibration mode.

This will produce some value in the PROCESS window and Z-A in the SET window.

Use the left and right arrow keys to change the adjustment from coarse to fine in the
PROCESS window, and the up and down arrow keys to change the value. Adjust the
PROCESS window value to zero (0), or as close as possible.

Press the [Enter] key twice to store the value.

Press the [Display] key to change the SET window to Z-B or Z-C and repeat steps 4 and
5 for inputs B and C.

After all the values are stored, press the [Display] key to return the SET window to Z-A
and press the [Enter] key to change it to S-A (span).
Span

Put the meter leads into the banana plug to measure mV (300----).

Remove the jumper block from the simulator.

Using a meter to check your input voltage on the O2 side, enter 1.4 or 1.5 mV from the
simulator, and turn ON the simulator.

Set the span values at 1400 or 1500 (depending on what the simulator generated) using
the arrow keys to adjust the values.

Press the [Enter] key twice to save the values and press the [Display] key to change the
input type.

Repeat steps 1-5 for each input (A, B, and C), pressing [Enter] twice to save the values
each time. Wait 5 to 10 seconds to allow the readings to record, then take it out of
calibration mode by throwing the switch.

Remove the banana plugs from the simulator (remove the load from the line) and wait
for the instrument to "max out" at 3500.

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Let the reading settle at maximum (another 5 to 10 seconds) then reinsert the banana
plug into the simulator to see if the instrument returns to a steady 1500 at all inputs.

Vary the input millivoltage down and verify that 1500 reduces to 1000 at a steady level
for each input setting.

Check the reference voltage on TBD-5 and 6 (for input B) and 8 and 9 (for input C).
Should read around +2 mV (between 1.8 and 2.2 is considered good).

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Analog Output Calibration

The two Analog Output signals can be configured for the following ranges: 0 to 5 V or
4 to 20 mA. The output modes for each of the Analog Outputs are determined by the
two separate DIP switches on the ANALOG OUTPUT board.

Any time the mode of operation is switched between current and voltage, the outputs
must be re-calibrated. The outputs do not have to be re-calibrated when switching
between output mode i.e.: if the output is calibrated for 0 to 5 volts, and it is necessary
to change from Process Variable to Proportional Output 1, then no re-calibration is
necessary (5 volts will be equal to 100%).

Preparing for Calibration

To set the desired mode, find the proper switch that corresponds to the output to be
used. Select the voltage mode by pushing the rocker switch down at the bottom edge
of the switch. Select the current mode by pushing the rocker switch down at the top of
the switch. Repeat procedure for the other output.

Calibrating the Outputs

To calibrate the Analog Outputs:

• Consideration must be made at this time about which type of output, current or
voltage, is to be used. Check the two rocker switches on the Analog Output board
to confirm that the desired mode is selected for each output.

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The easiest way to adjust the current output for 4 mA, is to put the instrument in
Manual Mode by using the [Prog/Auto/Man] key.

• Remove the FRONT PANEL by loosening the black knurled knob in the
counterclockwise direction. Remove the panel from the chassis and support it near
the instrument.
• To calibrate the outputs using the following method, both Analog Outputs must be
set to the Proportional Output (PO) control mode. This is done by:

1. Pressing [Pr. Fact / Ctl. Parm] and selecting AOUT from the menu. Press [Enter]
to move forward through the menu.
2. At the AO 1 display, change the control mode in the lower window to PO.
3. Press [Enter] repeatedly.
4. At the AO 2 display, change the control mode in the lower window to PO.
5. Press [Setup] to exit the menu.

• *Remove any wires at the Analog Output terminals (TBD-13, TBD-14, TBD-15
and TBD-16).
• *Attach the leads of a digital multi-meter (DMM) to the terminals that correspond
to the output to be calibrated (TBD-13(+) and TBD-14(-) for Analog Output #1.
TBD-15 (+) and TBD-16(-) for Analog Output #2).
• *Set the Percent Output to 0% using the [Left Arrow] key.
• *Find the OFFSET POT for the output to be adjusted. Adjust the pot until the
DMM reads 4 mA current output or 0 V.

NOTE: Make sure your meter is setup for the appropriate measurement. If you are
reading >20VDC then the output is probably setup for current output and the meter
should be configured to read DC Current.

NOTE: Repeat * steps for the other output.

• To get the full SPAN output value, press the [right arrow] until 100 is displayed in
the PROCESS Window indicating 100 percent is being applied.
• With the DMM connected at the proper output terminal connection, adjust the
GAIN pot of the corresponding output until the DMM reads the required output (5
V max) or 20 mA).
• Move the meter leads to the other Analog Output and repeat the previous step for
the SPAN output.
• Repeat the Zero and Span process until no further adjustments are required.
• Reset PO1 to its original setting, if it was changed in the *l offset pot step above,
to their desired values. Reattach any wires removed from the Analog Output
terminals.
• Reattach the FRONT PANEL to the chassis. The Analog Output Calibration
procedure is now complete.

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DIGITAL INTERFACES

Host Communications

The Host communications are able to be set from the front panel: see “Setup and
Configuration”. The CARBPRO is suitable for connection to a host computer for
intelligent overall process monitoring or supervision. Terminal connections are made
on the rear panel: See the connections label on the instrument. Twisted pair wire with
or without a shield must be used for all communications wiring. Conventional RS-232
cable is required along with a half-duplex RS-232/422 convertor (P/N FG/500-0501).
With a 9-Pin or 25-Pin female connector depending on Host Computers connector,
some of the pins on the computer end of the connector should be jumpered together as
follows: 9-Pin: 1,4,6,8 or 25-Pin: 5,6,8,20. The CARBPRO never initiates
communications, and is always in receive mode unless responding to a question.

"X" Protocol

The "X" protocol software involves a Parameter Table, a Program Run Buffer, a
Program Edit Buffer, and a Serial I/O Program Buffer. The CARBPRO can be written
to using a "1TXparameternumber$data" format. This entry would place the data value
in the proper location as determined by the parameter number. Any parameter can be
read back from the CARBPRO using the following format "1Txparameternumber".
Therefore, to write a value to the CARBPRO for a specific parameter use an "X" or to
read a specific parameter from the CARBPRO, use an "x".

All of the parameters are listed below along with a short description. The numbers in
the parenthesis are in Hexadecimal.*

Parameter Table
(0H-2FH) & (72H-79H)
CHSTAT (0) -Status Word
SETPT(1) -Setpoint of Process Variable
SETPTOS (2) -Setpoint Offset
GAIN (3) -PID Proportional Band
RESET (4) -PID Reset
RATE (5) -PID Rate
CYCTIM (6) -PID Cycle Time
ALARM1 (9) -ALARM1 Value and Type
ALARM2 (0AH) -ALARM2 Value and Type
(0H-2FH) & (72H-79H)
REFNUM (0CH) -Reference Number
PRGNUM (0DH) -Program Number and Step
PRGSTK (0EH) - Program Stack (Number and Step)
PRGMT (0FH) -Master Timer Bit 15 is DIR Flag
PRGRTIM (10H) -Programmer Course Remaining

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Time
EVSETPT (11H) -Events Buss Setpoint
PTDALM (14H) -Programmer Temperature
Deviation
Alarm Value and Condition
RAMPTIM (15H) -Programmer Ramp Time
RAMPST (16H) -Programmer Ramp Starting
Temperature
RAMPDIF (17H) -Programmer Difference and
Direction
TEMP (19H) -Temperature
COLDJCT (1AH) -Temperature Compensation Value
AUXIN (1BH) -Auxiliary Input
DIPSW (1EH) -DIP Switch Image, bit map
ALRMCON (1FH) -Alarm Conditions
Parameter Table (continued)
PERRCUR (21H) -Current Process Error
PERRNO (22H) -Process Error (N)
PERRN1 (23H) -Process Error (N-1)
PERRN2 (24H) -Process Error (N-2)
CONACC (25H) -Control Action Accumulator
RLYTIM (26H) -Relay ON Time and OFF Time
RLYCON (27H) -Control Action
CONACTIM (28H) -Control Action Timer
EVPAR (29H) -Events Partition Bit Map
EVSTAT (2AH) -Events Buss Status
EVACT (2BH) -Actual Events Buss
CONSUM (72H) -Control Summers
DACV1 (73H) -DAC1 Data
DACV2 (74H) -DAC2 Data
ALRMQ (75H) -Programmer Alarm
HPOUT (76H) -Temperature Percent Output

PROGRAM RUN BUFFER (30H-45H)


PRUNPRG Program Number and Step, Remaining Time, First Through Last
Steps of Program Along With Opcodes, and Checksum and
PROGRAM EDIT BUFFER (46H-5BH)
PEDPRG Program Number and Step, First Through Last Steps of Program
Along With Opcodes, and Checksum and Allow Byte
**Location 91 is not used
SERIAL I/O PROGRAM BUFFER (5CH-71H)
PSIOPRG (50) Program Number and Step, First Through Last Steps of Program
Along With Opcodes, and Checksum and Allow Byte

* Refer to Appendix A for further information on Hexadecimal Code.

** An Alarm Queue is included in the host communications capabilities of the instruments.

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The Alarm Queue is simply a block of storage locations for the programmer alarms that occur
within the instrument and works similar to the idea of FIFOs (first in, first out). The queue was
added because various programmer alarms can occur and be acknowledged and/or corrected
before the Host Software ever has the chance to "see" them. Therefore, the alarms had to be
passed on to the Host Software even if they were already acknowledged and/or corrected. The
Alarm Queue was created to meet this need.

The Alarm Queue works on a READ & CLEAR basis. If the Alarm Queue is read with the "x"
parameter FF (Hex), the storage location will return a word comprised of a HI byte and a LO
byte. The LO byte is the first alarm appearing in memory while the HI byte is the second alarm
appearing in memory (thus creating the FIFO effect). If both bytes are non-zero, then the Host
will look again to see if any non-zero values have been stored. Once the bytes are read from
the Queue, they are cleared out of the memory block.

If there is no Host Software used, the Alarm Queue is never read, but the Queue is still written
to by the instrument. Once the Queue is filled, it cannot be written to until a location has been
cleared. Considering the fact that Host Software is not used, the Queue will never be cleared
and will never store any of the alarms that occur after the Queue has been filled. This does not
cause a problem considering the fact that the Queue is only used with Host Software and if the
software is not used, we do not care if it is filled or not. Message Protocol Format

A I C dddd D L E

(E)End of Transmission (EOT) HEX(04)

(L) LRC is the result of an XOR function performed


on all previous character in the messeage.

(D) Delimter marks the end of DATA and signals the


up coming EOT character.
NUL HEX(00) or Backspace HEX(08)*
*If LRC was going to be an EOT HEX(04) then D =
HEX(08).
(dddd) Data character definition based on teh C
(command) character.

(C) Command character from teh command set


designated by the instrument prefix.

(I) Instruement Prefix: U = Versapro instrument prefix.

(A) Address of instrument.

ASCII or BROADCAST MODE


0 – F (15) ? character
or
@ character

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HOST SOFTWARE

10PRO Emulation Mode

The CARBPRO will emulate the 10PRO temperature controller command set. The commands
which are emulated are:

10PRO Temperature Controller Command Set


Command Letter Description
p Read Auto/Manual mode
o Read Remote/Local
I Read Remote Setpoint
h Read Local Setpoint
I Update Remote Setpoint
J Update Remote Setpoint
l Read Temperature
m Read % Output
P Update Auto/Manual mode

Command Set
The MSI command set supports the extensive capabilities of the CARBPRO when used with a
supervisory computer software system such as MMI's Process Master. The command set consists
of the following characters:

MSI Command Set


Update Read Description
A a Alarms
D d Derivative
E e Memory
* g Auxiliary Input
I I Integral (Reset)
* j Event Inputs
MSI Command Set (Continued)
K k Event Outputs
L l Program Number
M m Mode
N n Program Step Number
P p Proportional Band
Q q Memory Update
R r Remote Program Access
S s Setpoint
* t Temperature
U u Status
V v % Output
X x Parameters**

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Z z Communications mode
* w Read DIP Switches
* Update Not Allowed
** See X Protocol Section

OPTOMUX Protocol

The OPTO 22 format is RS-422, Full-Duplex, 1200 BAUD, 8 bit, no parity, and 1 stop bit. The
message format follows the OPTOMUX two pass protocol. The CARBPRO sends messages to
set up the events board per the events partition, activate the appropriate outputs, and reads the
input conditions. The CARBPRO initiates messages on this buss and waits ½ second for a reply.

The Events Buss allows the Controller to receive and/or transmit discrete events in time. The
XMT and REC LEDs indicate whether the OPTOMUX is transmitting or receiving data. (These
LEDs should never be on at the same time.) This actual input/output switching is executed by
the OPTOMUX board: see “Setup and Configuration” or “Programmer Operations” or the
OPTO22 manual for specific details.

Slave Buss
The slave buss is a broadcast only communications buss.

Broadcast Mode
The slave buss broadcasts the CARBPRO setpoint using the 10PRO broadcast protocol. The
broadcast protocol format is similar to the message protocol format. Its form is
?AIddddDLE
where ?= 10PRO address symbol
A= Using 10PRO
I= Sending Setpoint
dddd= Data for Setpoint

Passwords

In “Setup and Configuration” the Password is introduced. Password protection for certain
operator functions is provided for security. We do not preset passwords at the factory.

To set the password:


[Display]+[Cntl.Parm] will produce PWEN/PSWD in the Process and Set
displays. Press the sequence that you wish to use as the password then press
[Enter]. Any combination of keys, up to nine strokes, except [Shift] or [Enter]
can be used as the password.

To bypass the password if the old one is known:


Press [Cntl parm] press the old Password and then press [Enter] press the new
password and press [Enter]. “See Setup and Configuration” for the location of the

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password.

To change an operating function when lock level = 1:


[Display] [Alarm Set] [Cntl Parm] [Alarm Set]

To bypass the password there is none:


Press [Enter].
If you are locked out because you forgot the password, you will have to
Remove the front panel.
Find DIP switch 8 in the top bank. Turn it to ON.
Find the 4 switch (bottom) bank and set them all to OFF. This resets the address
to 0.
Press [Display],[Cntl Parm] and [Enter][Enter] to create "enter" as a new
password. Return the bottom bank to its original address setting. Turn switch 8
in the top bank OFF. Replace the front panel. The new password is in effect. See
“Setup and Configuration” for more details.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Alarm Two solid state relay contacts for the


Outputs process alarms -300 to 4000.
Programmer alarm provided by
optional OPTOMUX interface.

Ambient 0 to 130 F
Temperature 0 to 5 volts for 0-4000 F
Analog 0 to 5 volts for -99 to +99 control
Outputs output

Auxiliary 10K ohm


Input
Impedance 0 to 2 Vdc
Auxiliary Two solid state relay contacts
Input Range selectable for Time-Proportioning or
Control Position-Proportioning.
Outputs

Serial
Interface
Host RS-422, 1200 BAUD, Half Duplex
MMI protocol and 10PRO emulation
Events RS-422, 1200 BAUD, Full Duplex
OPTOMUX protocol

Slave RS-422, 1200 BAUD, Half Duplex


BC-560 broadcast mode

Dimensions 5.63 in. wide by 5.63 in. high by 8.38


in. deep
Humidity 0 to 85%
Line Voltage 85 to 140 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Panel Cutout 5.43 in. square
Requirements
Programs 200, l9 steps each

PID Constants
Proportional 1 to 999% of Range
Band

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Reset 0 to 99.99 RPM
Rate 0 to 9.99 minutes
Cycle Time 0 to 250 seconds

Relays Solid state, triacs, Mechanical, dry


contact, 1 ampere, 125 VAC
maximum (fused at 1 amp)

Setpoint -300 to 4000


-999 to +999 setpoint offset for
receipt of master broadcast

Signal Input 100K ohm


Impedance
Signal Input -10 to +64 mV
Range

Signal Display
Range -300 to 4000 (+4)
Depends on
thermocouple
type

Thermocouple
L: Linear
E: Chromel-Constantan
J: Iron-Constantan
K: Chromel-Alumel
Tungsten 5% Rhenium vs.
C: Tungsten 26% Rhenium
Platinum vs. Platinum l3%
R: Rhodium
Platinum vs. Platinum 10%
S: Rhodium
T: Copper-Constantan

Weight Approximately 11 pounds

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GLOSSARY

Load Line
Load line (LdLn) is a manual offset to the control output (manual reset). The load line
can be set from 0 to 100%. Load line must be set to zero when using ON/OFF control.

ON/OFF control
In ON/OFF control Output l is turned ON whenever the percent output exceeds l0% and
Output 2 is turned ON whenever the percent output goes below -l0%. Therefore the
proportional band is used to set the deadband. If the proportional band is set at 5% then
an error of 5 will produce a l0% output; therefore, the deadband is 5. Reset and Rate
would normally be set to zero; however, experimentation could improve the control
response. Load Line must be set to zero.

Position with Feedback


This mode is used with slidewire feedback. Output l is used to drive for more feedback
and Output 2 is used to drive for a smaller feedback. The percent output is used as a
setpoint for the slidewire feedback. A deadband of .5% is used to prevent hunting.

Position without Feedback


This mode is used with a motorized valve with no feedback. The change in percent
output is used to compute a drive time as a percent of the cycle time. For example, if
the cycle time is 30 seconds and the percent output changes from 40% to 60% then
Output l will be ON for 6 seconds (20% of 30 seconds). If the change was in the
opposite direction then Output 2 is turned ON. If the percent output is at its limits (0 or
l00 for single, and l00 or -l00 for dual) then the appropriate output will remain ON
continuously.

Proportional Band
The proportional band is based upon a range of l000. Therefore, if the proportional
band is set at 10% and the error is 100 (10% of range) then the output would be 100%
(presuming reset=0).

Rate
The rate setting is in minutes and is settable from 0 to 9.99 minutes in .0l steps.

Reset
The reset setting is in repeats per minute. The range is 0 to 99.99 repeats per minute in
.0l steps.

Time Proportion
In time proportion mode Output l is ON for the percent of the cycle time when the
percent output is plus. When the percent output is minus, Output 2 is ON for the
percent of the cycle time.

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Appendix A
Hexadecimal Code

Hexadecimal code is a functional, compact method of representing certain


parameters within the binary computer framework. Hexadecimal code uses four
binary bits to make one hexadecimal digit.* The number range for the hexadecimal
system is 0 to F where the corresponding base numbers are as follows:

Decimal BinaryHexadecimal
System System System

0 0000 0
1 0001 1
2 0010 2
3 0011 3
4 0100 4
5 0101 5
6 0110 6
7 0111 7
8 1000 8
9 1001 9
10 1010 A
11 1011 B
12 1100 C
13 1101 D
14 1110 E
15 1111 F

To convert a binary number to the equivalent hexadecimal number, follow the


procedure listed below:

1. Group the binary representation into sets of four.


i.e. 1100 1111 0011 1101

2. Analyze each set of four separately for the equivalent hexadecimal digit
determined from the chart above.
i.e. 1100 1111 0011 1101
C F 3 D

* For further explanation, consult any college digital systems text, such as
Microcomputer-Based Design by John B. Peatman.

3. Put all of the separate HEX digits together to form the numerical word.
i.e. CF3DH*

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4. Therefore, the HEX representation CF3DH is numerically equivalent to the
Binary representation 01011100111100111101 or the Decimal number 53,053.
Hexadecimal code is an extremely helpful number representation when coding
computer systems. Recall that most addressing systems for microprocessors involve
16 binary bits which convert to four HEX digits and 8 binary data bits that convert to
two HEX digits. The HEX system allows very long binary numbers to be
represented in a must shorter way.
Many of the responses to the MSI Controller's Serial Communications questions are
in HEX. Therefore, in order for the user to correctly interpret an answer, a clear
understanding of the Hexadecimal number system must be attained.
* An H is written after hexadecimal numbers to signify that the number is
hexadecimal, it is not part of the actual number value.

Version 3.5 CARBPRO setup sheet


Furnace #_________________

[Ctrl Parm] Unit #1 Unit #2 Unit #3 Unit #4


PB __________ ___________ _________ __________
RES __________ ___________ _________ __________
RAT __________ ___________ _________ __________
CYC __________ ___________ _________ __________
LOPO __________ ___________ _________ __________
HIPO __________ ___________ _________ __________
LDLN __________ ___________ _________ __________
[Alarm set]
A1__ __________ ___________ _________ __________
A1XX __________ ___________ _________ __________
A2__ __________ ___________ _________ __________
A2xx __________ ___________ _________ __________
TON1 __________ ___________ _________ __________
TOF1 __________ ___________ _________ __________
TON2 __________ ___________ _________ __________
TOF2 __________ ___________ _________ __________
[Setpt]
STPT __________ ___________ _________ __________
REF __________ ___________ _________ __________
TCO __________ ___________ _________ __________
[Shift\Alarm
set]
AO1 __________ ___________ _________ __________
AO2 __________ ___________ _________ __________
AO1O __________ ___________ _________ __________
AO1R __________ ___________ _________ __________
AO2O __________ ___________ _________ __________
AO2R __________ ___________ _________ __________
AI A __________ ___________ _________ __________
AI B __________ ___________ _________ __________
AI C __________ ___________ _________ __________
CONV __________ ___________ _________ __________
COMD __________ ___________ _________ __________
HOST __________ ___________ _________ __________
AUX __________ ___________ _________ __________
AXMD __________ ___________ _________ __________
[Shift\
Ctrlparm]
LL __________ ___________ _________ __________
degC __________ ___________ _________ __________

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STRT __________ ___________ _________ __________
APS __________ ___________ _________ __________
ASEV __________ ___________ _________ __________
CJCA __________ ___________ _________ __________
CJCB __________ ___________ _________ _________
CJCC __________ ___________ _________ _________
EXEV __________ ___________ _________ _________
EVBD __________ ___________ _________ _________
EP 1 __________ ___________ _______ __ _________
EP A __________ ___________ _________ _________
EAL0 __________ ___________ _________ _________
EAL1 __________ ___________ _________ _________
EAL2 __________ ___________ _________ _________
EAL3 __________ ___________ _________ _________
EAL4 __________ ___________ _________ _________
EAL5 __________ ___________ _________ _________
EAL6 __________ ___________ _________ _________
EAL7 __________ ___________ _________ _________
EAL8 __________ ___________ _________ _________
EAL9 __________ ___________ _________ _________
EALA __________ ___________ _________ _________
EALB __________ ___________ _________ _________
EALC __________ ___________ _________ _________
EALD __________ ___________ _________ _________
EALE __________ ___________ _________ _________
EALF __________ ___________ _________ _________

DIP switch settings


(circle ON)

UNIT #1
BANK 1 1234 5678

BANK 2 1234

UNIT #2
BANK 1 1234 5678

BANK 2 1234

UNIT #3
BANK 1 1234 5678

BANK 2 1234

UNIT #4
BANK 1 1234 5678

BANK 2 1234

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Index
10PRO Emulation Mode, 98 Digital Interfaces, 95
Adjustment Sensitivity, 84 Host Communications, 95
Alarm Set key, 36 X Protocol, 95
A1TF, 36 DIP Switch Setup, 19
A1TN, 36 DIP Switch Assignments, 20
AL1M, 36 Bank 0, 20
Alarms, 16 Bank 1, 22
Analog Input Calibration., 83 Displays And Keyboard, 83
Analog Inputs, 18 E (EVENT) (INPUT), 66
Analog Outputs, 18 Effect of Start-up Sequence on Programmer, 69
AOUT menu, 31 Electrical Connections, 17
AO1, 31 EVTS menu, 33
AO1O, 31 EPI, 33
AO1r, 31 EPXA, 33
Appendix A, 104 EVDB, 33
Hexadecimal Code, 104 EXT, 33
Applications, 5 LINA, 33
atmosphere Explanation of Programmer Messages, 69
oxygen in the atmosphere, 7 Glossary, 103
Branch Statements, 66 H (TEMPS), 66
BRANCH, 67 Hexadecimal Code, 104
Broadcast Mode, 99 Host Communications, 95
CALC menu, 32 Host Software, 98
COMP, 32 10PRO Emulation Mode, 98
DP, 32 Command Set, 98
DP C, 32 INP menu, 30
O2oF, 32 CJCA, 30
PF C, 32 IADP, 30
PF D, 32 IAOF, 30
Calibration Of TheThermocouple Board, 85 IASP, 30
Calibration Procedures, 83 IN A, 30
Chart Recorders, 15 tC, 31
COM menu, 32 Installation, 13
AUX, 32 Location, 13
AUXM, 32 Mounting, 13
HOST, 32 Removal, 13
SSOA, 32 Limit Statements, 65
SSOn, 32 Load Line, 103
Command Set, 98 LOG, 91
Communications, 18 Message Protocol Format, 97
Computer Interface, 16 ON/OFF control, 103
CON menu, 29 operation, 91
Cm, 30 Operation
CYC, 29 PROG/AUTO/MAN, 39
ldln, 29 Respond to Alarm Messages, 38
LdLn, 29 Setpoint and the Reference Number, 38
LOPO, 29 Setpoint Parameters, 38
PB, 29 OPERATION, 38
rAt, 29 Operations
RES, 29 AUTOmatic Mode, 39
SETP, 30 MANual Mode, 39
Control Devices, 14 OPTOMUX Protocol, 99
control modes: defined Oxygen /Auxiliary Board Calibration, 86
Motor with slidewire (MS), 10 Password
ON/OFF (OF), 11 Password Entry, 33
ON/OFF with Complement (OC), 11 Passwords, 99
Position Proportioning (PP), 10 To set the Password, 99
Time Proportioning (TP), 10 Position with Feedback, 103
Time Proportioning with Complement (TC), 10 Preparing For Calibration, 84
Dewpoint, 8 Prob menu, 34
Dewpoint without a Process Factor adjustment, 9

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BOrt, 34 Rate, 103
BOT, 34 Reset, 103
FdE, 34 Setpt key
Inhb, 34 NUM, 37
PT1, 34 STPT, 37
Ptrt, 34 SETPT key, 37
Process Factor, 7 Setup And Configuration, 24
Adjustment, 8 Control Parameter Key Menu Selections, 28
PROG menu, 32 Front Panel, 24
APS, 33 Keyboard, 26
ASEV, 33 LEDs, 24
AUTO, 33 PROCESS Display, 24
LOCK, 33 SET Display, 24
TCO, 33 Setup Menu, 28
PROGRAM OPERATIONS, 41 Slave Buss, 99
Delete A Step, 42 Slidewire Board Calibration, 87, 89
Edit Program Steps, 42 Zero, 88, 89
Enter Program Editor *, 42 Slidewire Dead Band Offset, 21
Exit With Saving. SPECIFICATIONS, 101
Exit Without Saving. Status Display Page, 72
Insert A Step, 42 Symbol Table of OPCODEs, 64
Placing a Program in HOLD, 41 Theory of Process Calculation, 7
Restarting a Program From HOLD, 42 Thermocouple Burnout Jumper Selection, 23
Running a Program, 41 Thermocouples and other Signal Wires, 14
Stopping a Program, 41 Time Proportion, 103
Programmer, 16 To set the password, 99
Programmer Messages, 69 Writing and Editing a Program, 67
Alarm Messages, 69 Editor Mode.
Programmer Operations, 60 Exiting.
Description of OPCODEs. Writing, 67
Introduction to Programming Techniques. X Protocol, 95
Proportional Band, 103 Zero, 88, 89
PUT, 91

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