Itrans Fixed Point Transmitter

FIXED POINT
SINGLE OR DUAL GAS MONITOR WITH

DUAL ANALOG OUTPUTS
Installation • Operation • Wiring • Troubleshooting
Part Number: 77023554

Version: 9.2
Release Date: November 26, 2006
iTrans Fixed Point Single/Dual Gas Monitor
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Warnings and Cautionary Statements
CAUTION: Failure to perform certain procedures or note certain conditions may

impair the performance of the monitor. For maximum safety and performance,
please read and follow the procedures and conditions outlined below.
• Oxygen deficient atmospheres may cause combustible gas readings that use
catalytic LEL sensors to be lower than actual concentrations.
• Oxygen enriched atmospheres may cause combustible gas readings that use
catalytic LEL sensors to be higher than actual concentrations.
• Calibrate the catalytic combustible gas sensor after each incident where the
combustible gas content causes the instrument to enter in the OVER-RANGE
alarm condition.
• Silicone compound vapors may affect the catalytic combustible gas sensor and
cause readings of combustible gas to be lower than actual gas concentrations. If
the sensor has been used in an area where silicone vapors were present, always
calibrate the instrument before continued use to ensure accurate measurements.
• Sensor openings must be kept clean. Obstruction of the sensor openings may
cause readings to be lower than actual gas concentrations.
• Sudden changes in atmospheric pressure may cause temporary fluctuations in
the oxygen readings.
• Alarms relays are non-latching.
• When connecting 4-20 mA outputs to inductive loads, Industrial Scientific
Corporation recommends using an isolation barrier in line with the 4-20 mA
signal.
CALIBRATION ALERT: Gas detection instruments are potential life-saving

devices. Recognizing this fact, calibration for the toxic and catalytic LEL sensors
should be at least at quarterly intervals, while the infrared sensor should be
calibrated on an annual basis with function test every 6 months.
Further, Industrial Scientific Corporation recommends prudent testing and/or
include calibration after a gas alarm. All calibration service to sensors should be
recorded and accessible.
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CAUTION: For safety reasons, this equipment must be operated and serviced by
qualified personnel only.
Mission Statement
Design – Manufacture – Sell:
Highest quality products for the preservation of life and property
Provide:
Best Customer Service
In practical terms, that means developing both portable instruments and fixed-point
systems for detecting, measuring and monitoring a wide variety of gases, including
toxic and combustible gases, as well as oxygen.
From research and development through final manufacturing, we never forget that
human lives depend on what we do. That workers all over the world enter confined
spaces, face the risk of asphyxiation, poisoning or explosion, and depend on our
instruments to ensure their safety. That's why every one of our products is designed
and manufactured with just one question in mind: “Would you bet your life on
it?”
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iTrans Fixed Point Single/Dual Gas Monitor Table of Contents
Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION
1.1. Overview of the iTrans™ Gas Monitor .......................................................................... 1-1
1.2. Specifications................................................................................................................... 1-1
1.3. Agency Approvals - CSA ................................................................................................ 1-3
1.4. Special Instructions for Safe Use (EU)............................................................................ 1-4
CHAPTER 2: HARDWARE OVERVIEW
2.1. Main Electronics Unit (Housing)..................................................................................... 2-1
2.2. Sensor............................................................................................................................... 2-2
2.3. Display ............................................................................................................................. 2-3
2.4. Inputs – Intrusive and Non-Intrusive ............................................................................... 2-4
2.5. Electronics Modules......................................................................................................... 2-5
CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION
3.1. Introduction...................................................................................................................... 3-1
3.2. Installation Considerations............................................................................................... 3-1
3.3. Wall Mounting ................................................................................................................. 3-1
3.4. Column Mounting............................................................................................................ 3-1
CHAPTER 4: SYSTEM WIRING
4.1. Introduction...................................................................................................................... 4-1
4.2. Wiring Preparation........................................................................................................... 4-1
4.3. Alarm Relay Wiring (J1, J5, and J6)................................................................................ 4-2
4.4. Power and Output Wiring (J1)......................................................................................... 4-4
4.5. Sensor Wiring (J3) ........................................................................................................... 4-5
4.6. Digital ModBus RTU Interface Wiring (J2).................................................................. 4-14
4.6.1. ModBus Interface Wiring Overview ................................................................. 4-14
4.6.2. Setting the ModBus Address on the iTrans™................................................... 4-14
4.6.3. Setting the ModBus Address for Stand-Alone Sensors ..................................... 4-15
4.7. Wiring Conclusion ......................................................................................................... 4-16
CHAPTER 5: OPERATION
5.1. Initial Start-up .................................................................................................................. 5-1
5.2. Warm-up Period............................................................................................................... 5-1
5.3. Normal Operating Mode .................................................................................................. 5-2
5.4. Programming Mode Overview ........................................................................................ 5-3
5.5. Programming Mode – Non-intrusive Operation .............................................................. 5-5
5.5.1. Introduction.......................................................................................................... 5-5
5.5.2. Sensor Type ......................................................................................................... 5-5
5.5.3. Zeroing................................................................................................................. 5-6
5.5.4. Calibration............................................................................................................ 5-6
5.5.5. Changing Span Gas Concentration ...................................................................... 5-8
5.5.6. Sensor Span Reserve............................................................................................ 5-9
5.6. Programming Mode – Push Button Operation................................................................. 5-9
5.6.1. Introduction.......................................................................................................... 5-9
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5.6.2. Entering Programming Mode and Selecting a Channel....................................... 5-9

5.6.3. Set Low Alarm................................................................................................... 5-10
5.6.4. Set High Alarm .................................................................................................. 5-10
5.6.5. 4-20 mA Analog Output Range ......................................................................... 5-11
5.6.6. Set System Time – Minute................................................................................. 5-11
5.6.7. Set System Time – Hour .................................................................................... 5-12
5.6.8. Set System Time – Date..................................................................................... 5-12
5.6.9. Set System Time – Month.................................................................................. 5-13
5.6.10. Set System Time – Year ................................................................................... 5-13
5.6.11. Zeroing.............................................................................................................. 5-13
5.6.12. Calibration......................................................................................................... 5-14
5.6.13. Changing Span Gas Concentration ................................................................... 5-15
5.6.14. Sensor Span Reserve......................................................................................... 5-16
5.7. Summary of Displayed Function Codes ........................................................................ 5-17
5.8. Special Notes on Using Broadband Infrared (BBIR) Sensors ....................................... 5-17
CHAPTER 6: MODBUS INTERFACE
6.1. Introduction...................................................................................................................... 6-1
6.2. Sample Gas Reading via ModBus Network .................................................................... 6-2
6.3. Special Notes on Using Broadband Infrared (BBIR) Sensors ......................................... 6-2
6.4. ModBus Register List ...................................................................................................... 6-3
6.5. Setting the ModBus Address on the iTrans™................................................................. 6-8
6.6. Setting the ModBus Address for Stand-Alone Sensors ................................................... 6-9
6.7. ModBus Resources ........................................................................................................ 6-11
6.8. Termination.................................................................................................................... 6-11
CHAPTER 7: MAINTENANCE
7.1. Introduction...................................................................................................................... 7-1
7.2. Sensor Replacement......................................................................................................... 7-2
7.3. Zero and Calibration ........................................................................................................ 7-2
CHAPTER 8: TROUBLESHOOTING
8.1. Introduction...................................................................................................................... 8-1
8.2. Diagnosing Common Problems ....................................................................................... 8-1
8.3. Fault Codes ...................................................................................................................... 8-2
8.4. Function Codes ................................................................................................................ 8-3
8.5. Special Notes on Using Broadband Infrared (BBIR) Sensors ......................................... 8-4
CHAPTER 9: WARRANTY
9.1. Warranty .......................................................................................................................... 9-1
9.2. Limitation of Liability...................................................................................................... 9-1
APPENDIX A: ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS
APPENDIX B: DECIMAL, BINARY, AND HEXADECIMAL EQUIVALENTS
APPENDIX C: ORDERING MATRIX
APPENDIX D: FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS
INDEX
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iTrans Fixed Point Single/Dual Gas Monitor List of Figures
List of Figures
Figure 1-1. Typical iTrans™ Gas Monitor with Single Gas Sensor.......................................... 1-1
Figure 2-1. Details of a Single-Gas iTrans™ Gas Monitor........................................................ 2-1
Figure 2-2. The iTrans™ Display (Dual-Gas Monitor Shown) ................................................. 2-3
Figure 2-3. Locations of iTrans™ Input Keys and Reed Switches............................................ 2-4
Figure 2-4. Electronics Module for iTrans™ (Main Unit)......................................................... 2-5
Figure 2-5. Electronics Board for iTrans™ Sensor.................................................................... 2-6
CHAPTER 3: INSTALLATION
Figure 3-1. Mounting the iTrans™ Gas Monitor on a Wall ...................................................... 3-2
Figure 3-2. Mounting the iTrans™ Gas Monitor on a Column Using U-Bolts ......................... 3-2
CHAPTER 4: SYSTEM WIRING
Figure 4-1. High and Low Alarm Relay Connectors J6 and J5 .................................................. 4-2
Figure 4-2. Electronics Module for iTrans™ (Main Unit)......................................................... 4-3
Figure 4-3. Fault Alarm Relay Connector J1 on the iTrans™ ................................................... 4-4
Figure 4-4. Power and Signal Connector J1 on the iTrans™..................................................... 4-4
Figure 4-5. Sensor Connector J3 on the iTrans™ ...................................................................... 4-5
Figure 4-6. Wiring Diagram for a Single On-board Sensor........................................................ 4-6
Figure 4-7. Wiring Diagram for a Remote Sensor (Stand Alone) .............................................. 4-7
Figure 4-8. Electronics Module for iTrans™ (Remote Unit)..................................................... 4-8
Figure 4-9. Wiring Diagram for Dual On-board Sensors ........................................................... 4-9
Figure 4-10. Wiring Remote Sensors Back to iTrans™ .......................................................... 4-10
Figure 4-11. Wiring One Remote Sensor and One On-Board Sensor ...................................... 4-11
Figure 4-11. Wiring One Remote Sensor and One On-Board Sensor (Continued).................. 4-12
Figure 4-12. Wiring Dual Remote Sensors............................................................................... 4-13
Figure 4-13. Wiring Diagram for the ModBus Interface.......................................................... 4-14
Figure 4-14. Switch Bank for Setting ModBus Slave Address ................................................ 4-14
Figure 4-15. Setting the ModBus Address (Example Address of 240 Decimal)...................... 4-15
Figure 4-16. Location of Address DIP Switch on Sensor Electronics Module ........................ 4-16
Figure 4-17. Setting the ModBus Address for a Stand-Alone Sensor ...................................... 4-16
Figure 5-1. Sample Fault Code Display...................................................................................... 5-1
Figure 5-2. Sample Dual-Sensor Display ................................................................................... 5-2
Figure 5-3. Sample Low and High Alarm Displays ................................................................... 5-2
Figure 5-4. Locations of Reed Switches and Push Buttons ......................................................... 5-3
Figure 5-5. Components of the Display...................................................................................... 5-4
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Figure 5-6. Programming Mode Display Showing Flashing Decimal Points ............................ 5-4
Figure 5-7. Sample Display Entering Non-Intrusive Mode........................................................ 5-5
Figure 5-8. Sample Zeroing Display........................................................................................... 5-6
Figure 5-9. Sample Calibration Display ..................................................................................... 5-6
Figure 5-10. Sample Zeroing Display......................................................................................... 5-7
Figure 5-11. Apply CalGas Display............................................................................................ 5-7
Figure 5-12. Sample Span Gas Concentration Display .............................................................. 5-8
Figure 5-13. Flashing Status Bit ................................................................................................. 5-8
Figure 5-14. Sample Span Reserve Display ............................................................................... 5-9
Figure 5-15. Sample Channel Selection Display ........................................................................ 5-9
Figure 5-16. Sample Low Alarm Setpoint Display .................................................................. 5-10
Figure 5-17. Sample High Alarm Setpoint Display.................................................................. 5-10
Figure 5-18. Changing the Analog Output Upper Value.......................................................... 5-11
Figure 5-19. Setting System Time (Minutes) ........................................................................... 5-11
Figure 5-20. Setting System Time (Hour) ................................................................................ 5-12
Figure 5-21. Setting System Date ............................................................................................. 5-12
Figure 5-22. Setting System Month .......................................................................................... 5-13
Figure 5-23. Setting System Year............................................................................................. 5-13
Figure 5-24. Sample Zeroing Display....................................................................................... 5-14
Figure 5-25. Sample Calibration Display ................................................................................. 5-14
Figure 5-26. Sample Zeroing Display....................................................................................... 5-15
Figure 5-27. Sample Calibration Display ................................................................................. 5-15
Figure 5-28. Sample Span Gas Concentration Display ............................................................ 5-15
Figure 5-29. Flashing Status Bit ............................................................................................... 5-16
Figure 5-30. Sample Span Reserve Display ............................................................................. 5-16
Figure 6-1. Switch Bank for Setting ModBus Slave Address .................................................... 6-8
Figure 6-2. Setting the ModBus Address (Example Address of 240 Decimal).......................... 6-9
Figure 6-3. Location of Address DIP Switch on Sensor Electronics Module .......................... 6-10
Figure 6-4. Setting the ModBus Address for a Stand-Alone Sensor ........................................ 6-10
Figure 6-5. Location of Jumpers............................................................................................... 6-11
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List of Tables
Table 1-1. Specifications for the iTrans™ Monitor............................................................... 1-2
Table 1-2. Sensor Ranges ....................................................................................................... 1-3

Table 2-1. Sensor Types and Ranges...................................................................................... 2-2
Table 2-2. Sensor Specifications ............................................................................................ 2-3
Table 5-1. Fault Codes................................................................................................................ 5-2
Table 5-2. Function Codes........................................................................................................ 5-17

Table 6-1. ModBus Characteristics for the iTrans™ Gas Monitor............................................ 6-1
Table 6-2. ModBus Registers ..................................................................................................... 6-3
CHAPTER 8: TROUBLESHOOTING
Table 8-1. Common Problems .................................................................................................... 8-1
Table 8-2. Fault Codes................................................................................................................ 8-2
Table 8-3. Function Codes.......................................................................................................... 8-3
APPENDIX A: ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS

Table A-1. Acronyms and Abbreviations .................................................................................. A-1
APPENDIX B: DECIMAL, BINARY, AND HEXADECIMAL EQUIVALENTS

Table B-1. Hexadecimal and Decimal Equivalents ................................................................... B-1
Table B-2. Decimal and Binary Equivalents ............................................................................. B-2
APPENDIX D: FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS

Table D-1. Factory Default Settings .......................................................................................... D-1
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iTrans Fixed Point Single/Dual Gas Monitor Introduction
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Chapter
INTRODUCTION
1.1. Overview of the iTrans™ Gas Monitor

The iTrans™ fixed gas monitor is an
independent monitor capable of
displaying one or two gas
concentrations as well as sensor or
instrument specific diagnostics.
The iTrans™ comes standard with
independent 4-20 mA outputs for each
channel, making it ideal for interfacing
to control units. A digital ModBus
RTU interface is also available,
allowing the iTrans™ to interface to
digital control systems. The iTrans™
is available with an optional relay
board, allowing the unit to directly
control external devices such as fans,
pumps, alarm horns, or warning lights.
Two of the relays can be programmed
for alarm activation, while the third Figure 1-1. Typical iTrans ™ Gas
relay is a fault protection relay. Monitor with Single Gas Sensor
Calibration, changing span gas concentration, and checking the instrument’s
configuration are easily accomplished using the non-intrusive magnetic wand.
The iTrans™ is powered with a 24 VDC (12-28 VDC) power supply and provides
a 4-20 mA control signal for each sensor.
1.2. Specifications
Specifications for the iTrans™ gas monitor are listed in Table 1-1.
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Table 1-1. Specifications for the iTrans™ Monitor

Item Description
Cast aluminum, poly-bonded coating or 316 stainless steel. Both are
Enclosure
explosion-proof, NEMA 4X, IP66 rated.
Dimensions 5.0 × 6.0 × 5.0 inches (127 × 153 × 129 mm)
Combustible Gases: Catalytic bead and/or Non-Dispersive Infrared
Sensors (NDIR)
Oxygen/Toxic Gases: Electrochemical diffusion
12-28 VDC operating range (24 VDC typical), 350 mA (nominal)
Input Voltage
Maximum current draw of 600 mA with 2 LEL sensors installed
Toxic Gas/Oxygen 150 mA @ 24 VDC (single gas)
Combustible Gases
175 ma @ 24 VDC, 0.6 A peak (single gas)
(Catalytic)
Input Current
(Max) Combustible Gases
150 ma @ 24 VDC, 0.6 A peak (single gas)
(Infrared)
Combined
280 ma @ 24 VDC (two gas)
Catalytic/Infrared
Dual-channel split-screen LED display (4 digit, 7 segment arrangement
Display
per channel) provides simultaneous display of one or two gases.
ModBus RTU: RS485 digital communication with
ModBus RTU software protocol system at 9600 baud.
Three- or four-wire system accommodates over 200
Signal Digital
devices in bus configuration. Address selection through
Outputs on-board 8-position DIP switch. NOTE: ModBus is not
to be used for CSA C22.2 No. 152 compliance.
Analog 4-20 mA (linear analog)
3 alarm relays: Two user-programmable relays, SPST,
Quantity
N.O.; plus one fault relay, SPST, N.C.
Alarm Relays
Contact 5A @ 30 VDC
Capacity 5A @ 30 VAC
Temperature -20º C ~ +50º C (-40º F ~ +122º F), typical
Range (-40º C ~ +60º C for Intermittent Operation)
Humidity
10% - 90% RH (non-condensing), typical
Range
Pressure Atmospheric pressure ±10%
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Table 1-2. Sensor Ranges

Sensor Gas Range/Resolution
Combustible Gases LEL 0 -100% LEL in 1% increments
Hydrogen H2 0 - 999 ppm in 1 ppm increments
Oxygen O2 0 - 30.0% by vol. in 0.1% increments
Ammonia NH3 0 - 200 ppm in 1 ppm increments
Carbon Monoxide CO 0 - 999 ppm in 1 ppm increments
Carbon Monoxide/H2 Null CO 0 - 999 ppm in 1 ppm increments
Hydrogen Sulfide H2S 0 - 500 ppm in 1 ppm increments
Sulfur Dioxide SO2 0.2 - 99.9 ppm in 0.1 ppm increments
Hydrogen Cyanide HCN 0.2 – 30.0 ppm in 0.1 ppm increments
Hydrogen Chloride HCl 0.2 - 30.0 ppm in 0.1 ppm increments
Phosphine PH3 0 - 1.00 ppm in 0.01 ppm increments
Nitrogen Dioxide NO2 0.2 - 99.9 ppm in 0.1 ppm increments
Nitric Oxide NO 0 - 999 ppm in 1 ppm increments
Chlorine Cl2 0.2 - 99.9 ppm in 0.1 ppm increments
Chlorine Dioxide ClO2 0.02 - 2.00 ppm in 0.01 ppm increments
1.3. Agency Approvals - CSA

The iTrans™ is certified by CSA, a NRTL laboratory, to the following US and
Canadian Standards.
• UL Std No. 916-Energy Management Equipment
• UL Std No. 1203-Explosion-Proof and Dust-Ignition-Proof
o Electrical Equipment for Use in Hazardous (Classified) Locations
• UL Std No. 1604-Division 2 Hazardous Location Electrical Equipment
• ISA S12.13 Part I-2000-Performance Requirements, Combustible Gas
Detectors
• CSA Std C22.2 No.30-M1986-Explosion-Proof Enclosures for Use in
Class I Hazardous Locations
• CSA Std C22.2 No.142-M1987-Process Control Equipment
• CSA Std C22.2 No. 152-M1984-Combustible Gas Detection Instruments

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• CSA Std C22.2 No. 213-M1987-Non-incendive Electrical Equipment for

Use in Class I, Division 2 Hazardous Locations
The iTrans™ complies with relevant provisions, per listed standards, of European
ATEX Directive 94/9/EC and EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, amended by Directives
92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC, and is constructed with reference to published
standards of Directive 72/23/EEC, to eliminate electrical risks and fulfill 1.2.7 of
Annex II of Directive 94/9/EC.
• EN 50014: Electrical apparatus for potentially explosive atmospheres –
General requirements.
• EN 50018: Electrical apparatus for potentially explosive atmospheres –
Flameproof enclosures ‘d’.
• EN 50270: Electromagnetic compatibility - Electrical apparatus for the
detection and measurement of combustible gases, toxic gases or oxygen (for
Type 2 [Industrial] Apparatus).
The iTrans™ EC type examination certificate is KEMA 04 ATEX 2216X, with
marking code EEx d IIB+H2 T4; -20ºC<Ta<55ºC, and the LEL (Infrared) EC type
examination certificate is DEMKO 02 ATEX 132278X, with marking code EEx d
IIB+H2 T6. Equipment Group and Category is II 2G. Notified body responsible
for production quality assurance is SIRA, notified body No. 0518.
1.4. Special Instructions for Safe Use (EU)

• Cable connection: The cable entry device shall be of a certified flameproof
type, suitable for the conditions of use and correctly installed.
• Conduit Connection: An EEx d certified sealing device, such as, a conduit
seal with setting compound, suitable for the conditions of use, and correctly
installed, shall be provided immediately to the entrance of the housing.
• Unused openings: Unused openings shall be closed with suitable EEx d
certified closing elements.
• ATEX-certified sensors: Present ATEX-certified sensors are LEL
(Catalytic), LEL (Infrared), Oxygen (O2), Carbon Monoxide (CO),
Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S), and Hydrogen (H2). Approval is pending for the
remaining sensors.
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Chapter
HARDWARE OVERVIEW
2.1. Main Electronics Unit (Housing)

The iTrans™ body is a cast aluminum housing that contains the electronics of the
gas monitor. Details of a single-gas housing are shown in Figure 2-1.
NOTE: Dimensions are in inches.
Figure 2-1. Details of a Single-Gas iTrans™ Gas Monitor

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2.2. Sensor
A list of supported sensors and their corresponding ranges and resolutions is given
in Table 2-1. Additional specifications are provided in Table 2-2.
Table 2-1. Sensor Types and Ranges
Sensor Gas Range/Resolution
Combustible Catalytic
0 -100% LEL in 1% increments
Gases (LEL) Infrared
Hydrogen H2 0 - 999 ppm in 1 ppm increments
Oxygen O2 0 - 30.0% by vol. in 0.1% increments
Ammonia NH3 0 - 200 ppm in 1 ppm increments (Div 2)
Carbon Monoxide CO 0 - 999 ppm in 1 ppm increments
Carbon
CO 0 - 999 ppm in 1 ppm increments
Monoxide/H2 Null
Hydrogen Sulfide H2S 0 - 500 ppm in 1 ppm increments
Sulfur Dioxide SO2 0.2 - 99.9 ppm in 0.1 ppm increments (Div 2)
Hydrogen
HCN 0.2 – 30.0 ppm in 0.1 ppm increments (Div 2)
Cyanide
Hydrogen
HCl 0.2 - 30.0 ppm in 0.1 ppm increments (Div 2)
Chloride
Phosphine PH3 0 - 1.00 ppm in 0.01 ppm increments (Div 2)
Nitrogen Dioxide NO2 0.2 - 99.9 ppm in 0.1 ppm increments (Div 2)
Nitric Oxide NO 0 - 999 ppm in 1 ppm increments (Div 2)
Chlorine Cl2 0.2 - 99.9 ppm in 0.1 ppm increments (Div 2)
Chlorine Dioxide ClO2 0.02 - 2.00 ppm in 0.01 ppm increments (Div 2)

Table 2-2. Sensor Specifications

Descriptions
Item
Catalytic and Toxics Infrared
Aluminum, Anodized
Explosion-proof: Class I, Divisions 1
and 2 Groups B, C, D, and EEx d IIB Stainless Steel
+H2 T4 (Europe), Ex d IICT4 or CT6 Explosion-proof: Class I,
Sensor
(China) Divisions 1 and 2 Groups B,
Housing
C, D, and EEx d IIB +H2 T4
Material Aluminum, Anodized w/Gore-Tex (Europe), Ex d IICT4 or
Membrane (Division 2 toxics) CT6 (China)
Suitable for Class I, Division 2 Groups
A, B, C, D.
Dimensions 3.0 × 3.0 inches (76 × 76 mm) 3.5 × 3.0 inches (89 × 76 mm)
Accuracy < ± 3% Toxic and Oxygen < ± 5% Combustibles
Protection
IP 66 or NEMA4X
Class
2.3. Display
The iTrans™ gas monitor has a 4-digit, 7-segment LED display for each of 2
channels. A dual-gas iTrans™ sensor and sample display are shown in Figure 2-2.
Figure 2-2. The iTrans™ Display (Dual-Gas Monitor Shown)

2.4. Inputs – Intrusive and Non-Intrusive

The iTrans™ gas monitor can be configured using intrusive and non-intrusive
means. Both methods of configuration are accomplished through physical inputs
that are visible behind the glass panel of the gas monitor.
A set of four keys are used when intrusive programming is appropriate (i.e., when
the enclosure can be removed and when the keys can be manually pressed). These
keys are the mode, increment (+), decrement (-), and enter keys. Refer to
Figure 2-3.
For applications that require non-intrusive manipulation, two magnetically-
activated reed switches are used to accomplish programming without removing the
cover. A magnetic wand is positioned over the appropriate reed switch (above the
glass face plate) without the wand physically touching the reed switches. The
locations of the reed switches are shown in Figure 2-3.
Figure 2-3. Locations of iTrans™ Input Keys and Reed Switches
Programming the iTrans™ gas monitor in both intrusive and non-intrusive modes
is explained in detail in Chapter 5: Operation.

2.5. Electronics Modules

The electronics module of the iTrans™ gas monitor contains connectors and
jumpers for wiring and configuring the device. The electronics module for a main
iTrans™ unit is shown in Figure 2-4. The electronics module for a remote unit is
shown in Figure 2-5. Wiring details are explained in Chapter 4: System Wiring.
Figure 2-4. Electronics Module for iTrans™ (Main Unit)

Figure 2-5. Electronics Board for iTrans™ Remote Sensor
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Chapter
INSTALLATION
3.1. Introduction
The iTrans™ can be mounted in one of two ways. The unit can be wall-mounted
using the wall mounting holes in the enclosure, or it can be mounted onto a column
using U-bolts. Each of these options is discussed in this chapter. Be sure to
review the installation considerations before mounting the iTrans™ gas monitor.
3.2. Installation Considerations

Regardless of the installation type (wall mounting or column mounting), the
iTrans™ should be installed at or near the location of a possible leak or the source
of emissions. Installation height depends on the density of the gas being monitored.
Moreover, speed and direction of air flow, and relative position to potential leaking
points should also be considered.
IMPORTANT: The iTrans™ gas monitor must not be installed on vibrating or

heat generating sources.
3.3. Wall Mounting

If your application is best addressed using a wall-mounted gas monitor, then use
the four 8 mm mounting holes in the enclosure to secure the iTrans™ to an
appropriate location on the wall. Refer to Figure 3-1.
3.4. Column Mounting

If your application is best addressed using a column-mounted gas monitor, then use
the four 8 mm mounting holes and two U-bolts to secure the iTrans™ to an
appropriately located segment of a target pipe or conduit. Refer to Figure 3-2.

Installation iTrans Fixed Point Single/Dual Gas Monitor
Figure 3-1. Mounting the iTrans™ Gas Monitor on a Wall
Figure 3-2. Mounting the iTrans™ Gas Monitor on a Column Using U-Bolts
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iTrans Fixed Point Single/Dual Gas Monitor System Wiring
4
Chapter
SYSTEM WIRING
4.1. Introduction
This chapter outlines the steps required for wiring the iTrans™ gas monitor. These
steps include the following:
• Wiring Preparation • Sensor Wiring
• Alarm Relay Wiring • Power and Output Wiring
• ModBus Interface Wiring.
Each of these steps is outlined in the sections that follow.
IMPORTANT: Perform all wiring in accordance with local electrical codes and
local authorities having jurisdiction.
IMPORTANT: DC signal and AC power should not be run in the same conduit.
NOTE: All field wiring colors are arbitrary (unless provided by ISC).
4.2. Wiring Preparation

1. Collect the appropriate types and lengths of wire.
• For control wire, use #18 AWG insulated, shielded cable.
• For signal and power wire, use three-conductor (or four-conductor for dual
channel) #18 AWG insulated and shielded cable.
• For digital ModBus signal and power, use a minimum of five-conductor
#18 AWG insulated and shielded cable.
2. Power down the unit.
3. Unthread the windowed top from the housing.
4. Gently pull out the electronics module and place it safely to the side of the unit.
5. Thread control, signal, and power wires into the transmitter housing.

System Wiring iTrans Fixed Point Single/Dual Gas Monitor
6. Shielding from either the controller or remote sensors should be bonded to the
enclosure screw located inside the iTrans™.
IMPORTANT: Use of this product in areas where it may be subject to large

amounts of electromagnetic interference may affect the reliable operation of this
device and should be avoided.
NOTE: For classified locations, a “poured” wire seal must be installed within
18 inches of the main unit for both power entry and remote sensors.
NOTE: Remove power from the iTrans™ before making any wiring connections.
4.3. Alarm Relay Wiring (J1, J5, and J6)

To connect the iTrans™ control wires to the three relay terminals on the relay
board, wire the unit to the connectors shown in Figure 4-2.
The low alarm relay is activated when the low alarm threshold is met. This is a
non-latching, Normally Open (NO) contact. See Figure 4-1.
The high alarm relay is activated when the high alarm threshold is met. This is a
non-latching, Normally Open (NO) contact. See Figure 4-1.
The fault alarm relay is activated when a fault condition occurs. This is a non-
latching, Normally Closed (NC) contact. When a fault condition is met, the circuit
opens. Refer to Figure 4-3.
NOTE: It is recommended that on-board relays should not be used to drive loads
directly. On-board relays should be used to drive a secondary, higher-power relay
which is connected to the control device (e.g., strobe, siren, exhaust fan, etc.).
Figure 4-1. High and Low Alarm Relay Connectors J6 and J5

Figure 4-2. Electronics Module for iTrans™ (Main Unit)

Figure 4-3. Fault Alarm Relay Connector J1 on the iTrans™
4.4. Power and Output Wiring (J1)

Connect the iTrans™ power and signal wires to the appropriate wiring terminals as
follows. Refer to Figure 4-2.
24 V: Connect 24 VDC (12-28 VDC) supply power
CH 1: Channel 1, 4-20 mA output signal
CH 2: Channel 2, 4-20 mA output signal
GND: DC return
Figure 4-4. Power and Signal Connector J1 on the iTrans™
NOTE: Use supplied green conductor for enclosure ground. Public 485 GND is
to be used for ModBus digital ground.
NOTE: The iTrans™ is a 3- or 4-wire 4-20 mA device. For dual sensor

configuration you must have a second 4-20 mA signal wire pulled to the unit.
NOTE: When not using 4-20 mA outputs, use the supplied resistors to connect
CH-1 and CH-2 to GND. If these resistors are not connected and the 4-20 mA
outputs are not used, a “P” will appear on the display, indicating an open loop
condition.

4.5. Sensor Wiring (J3)

Connect the iTrans™ sensor wires (for on-board, remote or stand-alone) to the
appropriate wiring terminals as follows. Refer to Figure 4-2 and Figure 4-5.
24 V: Red wire from sensor head (Red wire on BBIR)
485B: Yellow wire from sensor head (White wire on BBIR)
485A: Black wire from sensor head (Green wire on BBIR)
GND: Green wire from sensor head (Black wire on BBIR)
NOTE: Shielding from either the controller or remote sensors should be bonded
to the enclosure screw located inside the iTrans™.
NOTE: The 24 V terminal supplies 24 VDC to the sensor for power. This
terminal should not be connected to the output of a 24 VDC power supply.
Figure 4-5. Sensor Connector J3 on the iTrans™
NOTE: For dual-sensor configurations, place both of the same colored wires in
the appropriate terminal block and firmly tighten.
NOTE: Use #18 AWG shielded cable for remote sensors. Maximum distance is
200 meters (BBIR maximum distance is 300 feet with #18 AWG wire).
NOTE: When wiring remote sensors to the iTrans™, “485 B” on J3 should be

connected to “A+” in the remote sensor enclosure, and “485 A” on J3 should be
connected to “B-” in the remote sensor enclosure.

NOTE: For remote or standalone sensors, there are four terminal blocks located in
the remote sensor housing. These terminal blocks are all tied together and follow
the same wiring scheme mentioned above.
NOTE: It is recommended that on-board relays should not be used to drive loads
directly. On-board relays should be used to drive a secondary, higher-power relay
which is connected to the control device (e.g., strobe, siren, exhaust fan, etc.).
Figure 4-6. Wiring Diagram for a Single On-board Sensor

Figure 4-7. Wiring Diagram for a Remote Sensor (Stand Alone)

Figure 4-8. Electronics Module for iTrans™ (Remote Unit)

Jumper J1 can be used to jumper in a 120-Ohm terminating resistor. Jumper J1
should always be on terminals 2-3.
NOTE: When the remote sensor is at distances of 200 meters or further, and the
sensor is not communicating, the jumper may need to be moved to terminals 1-2.
NOTE: If using remote sensors and the iTrans™ does not recognize the sensor
upon power up (displays a sensor fault), check the placement of this jumper. If the
jumper is on terminals 1-2, move the jumper to terminals 2-3.
For digital ModBus signal and power use a minimum of 4 conductor #18 AWG
insulated and shielded cable.

Shielding from either the controller or remote sensors should be bonded to the
enclosure screw located inside the iTrans™.
Figure 4-9. Wiring Diagram for Dual On-board Sensors

Figure 4-10. Wiring Remote Sensors Back to iTrans™

To Other iTrans™ Unit
Figure 4-11. Wiring One Remote Sensor and One On-Board Sensor

From Other iTrans™ Unit
Figure 4-11. Wiring One Remote Sensor and One On-Board Sensor
(Continued)

Figure 4-12. Wiring Dual Remote Sensors

4.6. Digital ModBus RTU Interface Wiring (J1)

4.6.1. ModBus Interface Wiring Overview
To interface the iTrans™ to a digital controller, PLC, or HMI, connect the power
and ground to the appropriate terminals mentioned above. The digital signals are
wired into the RS485A and RS485B terminals on the board. See Figure 4-13.
Figure 4-13. Wiring Diagram for the ModBus Interface
NOTE: When connecting the iTrans™ to the 4800 Controller, connect “485 B” to
ModBus pin A on the 4800 Controller, and connect “485 A” to ModBus pin B on
the controller.
4.6.2. Setting the ModBus Address on the iTrans™

Located on the back of the electronics module is an 8-position DIP switch. This
switch bank is used to set the ModBus Slave Address for the iTrans™ unit. The
address can be set from 1 to 255. Use the DIP switches to set the binary
representation of the desired address. 1 is bit zero, and 8 is bit 8. ON represents a
1, and OFF represents zero. Refer to Appendix B for hex-to-decimal equivalents.
Figure 4-14. Switch Bank for Setting ModBus Slave Address

Figure 4-15. Setting the ModBus Address (Example Address of 240 Decimal)
4.6.3. Setting the ModBus Address for Stand-Alone Sensors
NOTE: This section is only necessary if you are connecting a sensor directly to a
ModBus controller, PLC, or digital system.
For stand-alone sensor heads used in a ModBus network, the address is set in the
same manner. Once the aluminum sensor head is removed with the sensor board,
the sensor electronics module is exposed. On the back of the sensor electronics
module is a small 8-position DIP switch. The address can be set from 10 to 255 in
a similar manner as setting the ModBus address on the iTrans™ except pin 8 on the
sensor’s 8-position DIP switch is the least significant bit, and pin 1 is the most
significant bit.

Figure 4-16. Location of Address DIP Switch on Sensor Electronics Module
Figure 4-17. Setting the ModBus Address for a Stand-Alone Sensor

NOTE: If adding a second sensor to an existing module, set the ModBus address
to ↓↓↓↓↑↑↑↑ which represents 11110000 binary (and 240 decimal). See
Chapter 6 for more information on the ModBus interface. (Note that DIP switches
are pre-set at the factory for all dual-sensor units).
4.7. Wiring Conclusion

Once wiring is complete, place the iTrans™ electronics module back in the housing
by pressing the standoff banana jacks into the mating plugs. Be careful not to
pinch any of the wiring. After the module is in place, secure the windowed top
back on the housing and power up the unit.
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iTrans Fixed Point Single/Dual Gas Monitor Operation
5
Chapter
OPERATION
5.1. Initial Start-up

Once power is applied (12-28 VDC), the iTrans™ is operational. The LED display
powers up, and the system enters a start-up period. During this start-up period, the
iTrans™ identifies the sensors that are connected and then enters a three minute
warm-up period.
NOTE: Upon initial power up, broadband infrared (BBIR) sensors do not store or
transmit the default values for Low Alarm, High Alarm, and 4-20 mA range to the
iTrans™ unit. These values are set to zero, and must be set following the
procedures outlined later in this manual.
5.2. Warm-up Period

During this warm-up period, the
4-20 mA outputs are limited to 3 mA
(16 mA for oxygen). After the three
minute warm-up, the unit will enter
the Normal Operating Mode. If during
the warm-up period, the unit fails a
self test, the display will show a fault
code, and the fault relay will be
activated. Fault codes are located in
Table 5-1 and in Chapter 8. Figure 5-1. Sample Fault Code Display
NOTE: When not using 4-20 mA outputs, use the supplied resistors to connect
CH-1 and CH-2 to GND. If these resistors are not connected and the 4-20 mA
outputs are not used, a “P” will appear on the display, indicating an open loop
condition.

Operation iTrans Fixed Point Single/Dual Gas Monitor
Table 5-1. Fault Codes

Fault LED Status 4-20 mA
Description
Code Display Bit Output
Zeroing error – Recover after
0FFF 0. Flashing 0 mA
calibrating
Calibration error – Recover after
CFFF C. Flashing 0 mA
calibrating or replacing the sensor
1FFF 1. Flashing 0 mA SMART Sensor error
2FFF 2. Flashing 0 mA Sensor error
5.3. Normal Operating Mode

In Normal Operating Mode, the
iTrans™ gas monitor will display the
instantaneous readings for each
sensor wired into the unit. For a
single sensor input, the gas reading
will be displayed on the top row of
the LED display. If there are two
sensors installed, then the second
sensor’s reading will be displayed
on the bottom row of the LED Figure 5-2. Sample Dual-Sensor Display
display.
As gas concentrations increase, the
respective channel’s readings will
respond accordingly. If low or high
alarm levels are exceeded, an alarm
indication will appear in the first
digit of the display. An “L”
indicates a low alarm while an “H”
indicates a high alarm. If a
4-20 mA fault occurs, either a “P”
indicating an open loop, or an “U”
indicating 4-20 over-range will be Figure 5-3. Sample Low and High Alarm
present. Displays

From the Normal Operating Mode, the iTrans™ can enter into the program mode in
one of two ways. To enter the Program Mode without opening the enclosure, pass
over the embedded reed switch located under CH1 with the magnetic wand (see
Figure 5-4). This will enter you into the non-intrusive program mode.
In this mode you can check sensor type, zero the unit, calibrate the unit, change the
span gas value, and view sensor span. With the enclosure top removed, Program
Mode can be entered using the “MODE” key. The available functions are listed in
later in this chapter and in Chapter 8: Troubleshooting.
Figure 5-4. Locations of Reed Switches and Push Buttons
5.4. Programming Mode Overview
NOTE: Zeroing and calibrating the instrument can be accomplished one of two
ways via programming mode. Zeroing and calibrating (as well as other
programming options) can be entered either from the keypad or non-intrusively
using the magnetic wand. Refer to the sections and subsections within this chapter
for detailed information.

When in the Programming Mode, either via the magnetic wand or keypad
operation, the top line of the main display area shows a status bit and three data
bits. The bottom line of the display shows the timers (see Figure 5-5). The
decimals on the far right of each line of the display are channel indicators. The top
decimal indicates channel 1 is being programmed, and the bottom decimal
indicates channel 2.
Figure 5-5. Components of the Display
Once in programming mode, the

4-20 mA outputs are limited to
3 mA (16 mA for Oxygen), to keep
controllers from being put into
alarms. When the 4-20 mA outputs
are in this limited state, the first
decimal place on each line of the
display will be flashing. The
iTrans™ will stay in this state for 3
minutes. Figure 5-6. Programming Mode Display
Showing Flashing Decimal Points

5.5. Programming Mode – Non-intrusive Operation

5.5.1. Introduction
Non-intrusive calibration and programming is accomplished using a magnetic
wand that comes with the iTrans™ unit. Placing the magnetic wand over the
embedded reed switches located under the CH1 and CH2 designations (see
Figure 5-4) of the faceplate will allow you to scroll through menus and enter the
desired function. The functions available through non-intrusive operation are as
follows.
• Sensor Type
• Zero
• Calibration
• Span Gas Value
• Span Reserve (in this order).
NOTE: Please see the end of this chapter and Chapter 8 for a complete list of
functions and function codes.
NOTE: Typical zero and calibration times for BBIR sensors is 3 minutes. After a
calibration, the span reserve for the BBIR sensor is not available to the end user.
5.5.2. Sensor Type

To enter non-intrusive operation
during the Normal Operating Mode,
place the magnetic wand over the
CH1 designation. The iTrans™ will
display the sensor type for channel 1
for 5 seconds then enter in the Zero
Menu.
Figure 5-7. Sample Display Entering

Non-Intrusive Mode
NOTE: If you want to operate channel 2, place the magnetic wand on CH2 first to
enter the setup menu.

Once non-intrusive mode is entered, placing the magnetic wand over CH1, will
allow scrolling through all of the functions that are available. Once the desired
function is reached, a 10-second timer will appear on the bottom row of the LED
display. During this 10-second time out, if the magnetic wand is placed over CH2,
that function is entered. Once a function is entered, a new timer will appear.
5.5.3. Zeroing
Zeroing is the first option in the setup
menu. A “0 ” is displayed in the status
bit of the display to designate this
function. A 10 second timer is
displayed on the bottom line of the LED
display. To initiate zeroing, place the
magnetic wand over CH2 during the 10-
second countdown. If you do not
initiate zeroing during the 10-second
countdown, the iTrans™ will return to
the Normal Operating Mode. Figure 5-8. Sample Zeroing Display
If you initiate zeroing, the status bit will start to flash. Once zeroing is complete,
the unit will return to the Normal Operating Mode.
NOTE: Placing the magnetic wand on CH1 once during the zeroing process will
cancel the zero routine and return to the Programming Mode.
5.5.4. Calibration
Calibration is the next available option.
Calibration is designated with a “C” in
the status bit. A 10 second timer is
displayed on the bottom line of the LED
display. To initiate calibration, place
the magnetic wand over CH2 during the
10-second countdown. If you do not
initiate calibration during the 10-second
countdown, the iTrans™ will return to
the Normal Operating Mode. If you
initiate calibration, the status bit will Figure 5-9. Sample Calibration
start to flash and the iTrans™ will enter Display
the zeroing process.

NOTE: Before the iTrans™ will calibrate, the unit will enter the zeroing process.
Please make sure that you apply Zero Air to the instrument while it is zeroing.
The iTrans™ will automatically zero before

calibration. Zeroing is designated with a
flashing “0” in the status bit. Once zeroing
is complete, the iTrans™ will automatically
enter the calibration routine. Calibration is
designated with a flashing “C” in the status
bit.
After zeroing finishes, the iTrans™ is ready
to calibrate. When the flashing “C” appears
on the display, apply calibration gas. As Figure 5-10. Sample Zeroing
the iTrans™ responds to the gas, the current Display
reading will be displayed on the top line of
the LED display. To abort calibration at
any time, place the magnetic wand over
CH1.
NOTE: When calibrating a BBIR sensor,

the display will not show the actual
concentration of gas applied, it will display
zero. Once the calibration is complete, the
display will switch from zero to the actual Figure 5-11. Apply CalGas
concentration of gas applied. Display
NOTE: Placing the magnetic wand on CH1 during calibration, will cancel out of
calibration and return to the Programming Mode.
NOTE: For combustible sensors the default value is set to 25% LEL Pentane.
NOTE: See Appendix D for a complete list of factory default span gases.
NOTE: Flow rate for calibration is 0.5 liter per minute (LPM) except for NH3,
ClO2, Cl2, NO2, SO2, and HCl which require 1.0 LPM.
NOTE: Check and verify span setting before starting a calibration.

5.5.5. Changing Span Gas Concentration

The option after calibration is Span Gas
Concentration. The span option is
designated with a flashing “S” in the status
bit with the current span value next to it. To
change the span value, place the magnetic
wand over CH2 during the 10-second
countdown. If you do not place the magnet
over CH1 during the 10-second countdown,
the iTrans™ will return to the Normal
Operating Mode. If you initiate the change Figure 5-12. Sample Span Gas
span option, the status bit will start to flash Concentration Display
and the iTrans™ span value can now be
changed.
The current span value is displayed on the
top line of the LED display. To increment
the span value, pass the magnetic wand over
CH1. When the desired value is reached,
pass the magnetic wand over CH2 to accept
and save changes. Passing over CH1 or
letting the timer count down to zero without
saving the new value, will take you back
into the Programming Mode.
Figure 5-13. Flashing Status Bit
NOTE: Span Gas Concentration for combustibles can be set from 0% to

100%LEL. For the sake of resolution, the Span Gas Concentration should be set
above 20% LEL.
NOTE: If the magnetic wand is not passed over CH2, the new span value will not
be saved.
NOTE: To reach a span value less than the value displayed, you must continue to
increment the reading until it rolls over to zero.
NOTE: Holding the magnetic wand over the CH1 designation will cause the
reading to automatically increment.

5.5.6. Sensor Span Reserve

The last option available is viewing the
sensor span reserve. The span reserve
option is designated with an “r” in the
status bit. The current span reserve is
displayed on the top line of the LED
display.
NOTE: After a calibration, the span

reserve for a broadband infrared (BBIR)
sensor is not available to the end user.
Figure 5-14. Sample Span Reserve
Display
5.6. Programming Mode – Push Button Operation

5.6.1. Introduction
In a safe environment where the windowed top of the transmitter can be removed,
there are more programming options available. These programming options
include all of the functions available in the non-intrusive mode as well as a few
others. These items are password protected. To enter the programming options,
press the “Mode” key. The access code is “Mode”, “Up”, “Down”, “Up”, “Enter”.
NOTE: Please see the end of this chapter and Chapter 8 for a complete list of
functions and function codes.
5.6.2. Entering Programming Mode and Selecting a Channel

In the Normal Operating Mode, press
the “Mode” button to enter into the
programming options. Press enter to
select CH1.
Once a channel is selected, the gas type
for that sensor is displayed on the top
line of the LED display. Use the arrow
keys to scroll through the list of
functions available.
Figure 5-15. Sample Channel
Selection Display

NOTE: If you have a dual-sensor unit, use the arrow keys to select the desired
channel.
5.6.3. Set Low Alarm

The low alarm setpoint is designated with
an “L” displayed in the status bit and
current low alarm value displayed next to
it. To change the low alarm setpoint, press
the “↵” button during the 10-second
countdown. If you do not press “↵” during
the 10-second countdown, the iTrans™ will
return to the Normal Operating Mode. If
you initiate the low alarm option, the status
bit will start to flash and the iTrans™ low
Figure 5-16. Sample Low Alarm
alarm setpoint can be changed by using the
Setpoint Display
“↑” and “↓” keys.
When the desired value is reached, press the “↵” key to accept and save the new
value. If the value is not saved before the time-out, the iTrans™ will go back to the
Programming Mode.
5.6.4. Set High Alarm
The high alarm setpoint is designated with
an “H” displayed in the status bit and the
current high alarm value displayed next to
it. To change the high alarm setpoint, press
you initiate the high alarm option, the status
bit will start to flash and the iTrans™ high
alarm setpoint can be changed by using the Figure 5-17. Sample High Alarm
Setpoint Display
“↑” and “↓” keys.
When the desired value is reached, press the “↵” key to accept and save the new
value. If the value is not saved before the time-out, the iTrans™ will go back to the
Programming Mode.

5.6.5. 4-20 mA Analog Output Range

The range of 4-20 mA analog output is set to full range as factory default. For full
range values, see Appendix D. If the user desires to change the output scaling of
the 4-20 mA analog signal, they can do so.
NOTE: Only the upper end range can be changed. The low end is always set for
4 mA.
The 4-20 mA setpoint is designated with a

“4” displayed in status bit and the current
high end range next to it. To change the
range, press the “↵” button during the
10-second countdown. If you do not press
“↵” during the 10-second countdown, the
iTrans™ will return to the Normal
Operating Mode. If you initiate the
4-20 mA range option, the status bit will
start to flash and the iTrans™ range
Figure 5-18. Changing the Analog
setpoint can be changed by using the “↑”
Output Upper Value
and “↓” keys.
When the desired value is reached, press the “↵” key. If the value is not saved
before the time-out, the iTrans™ will go back to the Programming Mode.
5.6.6. Set System Time – Minute
The system’s clock minute setting is
designated with a “1” in the status bit and
current value next to it. To change the
minutes, press the “↵” button during the
Operating Mode. If you initiate the
minutes option, the status bit will start to
flash and the iTrans™ minute can be
Figure 5-19. Setting System Time
changed by using the “↑” and “↓” keys.
(Minutes)

NOTE: There is no real time clock in the broadband infrared (BBIR) sensor.
When looking at the clock settings, they will be displayed as zero. If you set the
these values, they will not increment.
5.6.7. Set System Time – Hour

The system’s clock hour setting is
designated with an “h” in the status bit and
current value next to it. To change the
hour, press the “↵” button during the
Operating Mode. If you initiate the hours
option, the status bit will start to flash and
the iTrans™ hour can be changed by using
Figure 5-20. Setting System Time
the “↑” and “↓” keys.
(Hour)
5.6.8. Set System Time – Date
The system’s day of the month setting is
designated with a “d” in the status bit and
current value next to it. To change the day,
press the “↵” button during the 10-second
you initiate the days option, the status bit
will start to flash and the iTrans™ day can
be changed by using the “↑” and “↓” keys. Figure 5-21. Setting System Date

5.6.9. Set System Time – Month

The system’s month setting is designated
with an “E” in the status bit and current
value next to it. To change the month,
press the “↵” button during the 10-second
you initiate the month option, the status bit
will start to flash and the iTrans™ month
value can be changed by using the “↑” and
Figure 5-22. Setting System
“↓” keys.
Month
5.6.10. Set System Time – Year
The system’s year setting is designated
with an “8” in the status bit and current
value next to it. To change the year, press
return to the Normal Operating Mode”. If
you initiate the year option, the status bit
will start to flash and the iTrans™ year
value can be changed by using the “↑” and Figure 5-23. Setting System Year
“↓” keys.
5.6.11. Zeroing
Zeroing is an option available both through the keypad and non-intrusively. A “0 ”
is displayed in the status bit of the display to designate this function. A 10 second
timer is displayed on the bottom line of the LED display. To initiate zeroing, press
the “↵” key during the 10-second countdown. If you do not initiate zeroing during
the 10-second countdown, the iTrans™ will return to the Normal Operating Mode.
If you initiate zeroing, the status bit will start to flash. Once zeroing is complete,
the unit will return to the Normal Operating Mode.

NOTE: Pressing the “Mode” key

during the zeroing process will cancel
the zero routine and return to
Programming Mode.
Figure 5-24. Sample Zeroing Display

5.6.12. Calibration
The calibration option is also available
through the keypad. Calibration is
designated with a “C” in the status bit. A
10 second timer is displayed on the bottom
line of the LED display. To initiate
calibration, press the “↵”key during the 10-
second countdown. If you do not initiate
calibration during the 10-second
countdown, the iTrans™ will return to the
Normal Operating Mode. If you initiate
calibration, the status bit will start to flash Figure 5-25. Sample Calibration
and the iTrans™ will enter the zeroing Display
process.
NOTE: Before the iTrans™ will calibrate, the unit will enter the zeroing process.
Please make sure that you do not apply gas to the instrument while it is zeroing.
The iTrans™ will automatically zero before calibration. Zeroing is designated with
a flashing “0” in the status bit. Once zeroing is complete, the iTrans™ will
automatically enter the calibration routine. Calibration is designated with a
flashing “C” in the status bit.
After zeroing finishes, the iTrans™ is ready to calibrate. When the flashing “C”
appears on the display, apply calibration gas. As the iTrans™ responds to the gas,
the current reading will be displayed on the top line of the LED display. To abort
calibration at any time, press the “Mode” key.

Figure 5-26. Sample Zeroing Figure 5-27. Sample Calibration

Display Display
NOTE: For combustible sensors the default value is set to 25% LEL Pentane.
NOTE: Please refer to Appendix D for a complete list of factory default span
gases.
NOTE: Flow rate for calibration is ½ liter per minute.
NOTE: Check and verify span setting before starting a calibration.
5.6.13. Changing Span Gas Concentration

The span option is designated with a
flashing “S” in the status bit with the
current span value next to it. To change
the span value, press the “↵” key during the
the “↵” during the 10-second countdown,
the iTrans™ will return to the Normal
Operating Mode. If you initiate the change
span option, the status bit will start to flash
and the iTrans™ span value can now be
Figure 5-28. Sample Span Gas
changed.
Concentration Display

The current span value is displayed on the

top line of the LED display. Use the “↑”
and “↓” keys to change the span value.
When the desired value is reached, press
the “↵” key to save changes. Pressing the
“Mode” key or letting the timer count down
to zero without saving the new value, will
take you back into the Programming Mode.
Figure 5-29. Flashing Status Bit
NOTE: If the “↵” key is not pressed, the new span value will not be saved.
NOTE: Span Gas Concentration for combustibles can be set from 0% to

100%LEL. For the sake of resolution, we suggest that Span Gas Concentration
should be set above 20% LEL.
5.6.14. Sensor Span Reserve

The span reserve option is designated with
an “r” in the status bit. The current span
reserve is displayed on the top line of the
LED display.
NOTE: After a calibration, the span

reserve for a broadband infrared (BBIR)
sensor is not available to the end user.
Figure 5-30. Sample Span Reserve

Display
NOTE: There are a few other options that appear that do not have any function
associated with them. These are reserved for future functionality.

5.7. Summary of Displayed Function Codes

Table 5-2. Function Codes
LED Display
Function
Status Description
Code Data Area
Bit
L L. Low Alarm Set the relay low alarm value
H H. High Alarm Set the relay high alarm value
4 4. Range of 4-20 mA Set the range of 4-20 mA output
1 1. Minute Set system time – minute
H h. Hour Set system time – hour
D d. Date Set system time – date
E E. Month Set system time – month
8 8. Year Set system time – year
0 0. Zeroing
C C. Calibration
S S. Span Gas Concentration Set span gas concentration
R r. Sensor Span Reserve Check the span reserve
2 2. Date The latest alarm time-date
3 3. Month The latest alarm time-month
6 6. Date The latest calibration time-date
7 7. Month The latest calibration time-month
9 9. Year The latest calibration time-year
5.8. Special Notes on Using Broadband Infrared (BBIR) Sensors

The broadband infrared (BBIR) sensor currently used with the iTrans™ gas
monitor does not fully support or follow all of the functionality or procedures listed
within this manual. Differences between the functionality of the BBIR sensor and
the iTrans™ operation explained in this manual are as follows:
• There is no real time clock in the BBIR sensor. When looking at the clock
settings, they will be displayed as zero. If you set the these values, they will
not increment.
• Upon initial power up, the BBIR sensor does not store or transmit the default
values for Low Alarm, High Alarm, and 4-20 mA range to the iTrans™ unit.

These values are set to zero, and must be set following the procedures
outlined in this manual.
• When calibrating the BBIR sensor, the display will not show the actual
concentration of gas applied, it will display zero. Once the calibration is
complete, the display will switch from zero to the actual concentration of gas
applied.
• The typical zero time for the BBIR sensor is 3 minutes.
• The typical calibration time for the BBIR sensor is 3 minutes.
• After a calibration, the span reserve for the BBIR sensor is not available to
the end user.
• The BBIR sensor’s digital address is set at the factory for Channel 1
operation (0x0F) or Channel 2 operation (0xF0). This digital address
cannot be changed in the field.
If you have any questions concerning the functionality of the BBIR sensor and the
iTrans™, please contact Industrial Scientific Corporation at 1-800-DETECTS
(412-338-3287) or [email protected].
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iTrans Fixed Point Single/Dual Gas Monitor ModBus Interface
6
Chapter
MODBUS INTERFACE
6.1. Introduction
When programming the ModBus ID address on the iTrans™ electronics module or
on the smart sensor board, use the binary reference chart on the following page. A
“1” represents “ON” on the switch bank, and position 1 of the switch bank
represents the right most binary digit (LSB).
ModBus characteristics for the iTrans™ are listed below.
Table 6-1. ModBus Characteristics for the iTrans™ Gas Monitor
Characteristic Description
Hardware 2-wire mode (not 4-wire)
Baud Rate 9600
Electrical Standard TIA/EIA-485
Transmission Mode RTU mode (not ASCII)
Message Coding System 8-bit
Start Bits 1
Data Bits 8 (LSB sent first)
Parity Bits 0
Stop Bits 1
Important: When commissioning master and slave units on a ModBus network, it

is critical to ensure that every device on the ModBus network must have a unique
address. Otherwise, abnormal behavior of the entire serial bus can occur.

ModBus Interface iTrans Fixed Point Single/Dual Gas Monitor
6.2. Sample Gas Reading via ModBus Network

To get a gas reading for an individual sensor, you must read register 40102. This
register holds the gas reading in ppm.
Example: Gas reading of 5 ppm = register value of $0005.
Example: Gas reading of 20.9% = register value of $0209.
For a dual sensor configuration you can access the second sensor’s reading by
looking at register 40202.
For a full list of ModBus commands and registers that are accessible on the
iTrans™, refer to the next section or, for the most up-to-date list, contact the
Technical Support group of Industrial Scientific Corporation at 1-800-DETECTS.

in this manual. Differences between the functionality of the BBIR sensor and the
iTrans™ operation explained in this manual are as follows:
not increment.
applied.
the end user.

6.4. ModBus Register List

ModBus register addresses are provided in Table 6-2.
Table 6-2. ModBus Registers
Inst Host
Addr Range Description
R/W R/W
40101 R/W R/W MSB = $01 to $FF Sensor Type
LSB = $01 to $F7 Holds the sensor instrument type code and
ModBus address. The most significant byte
(MSB) holds a value indicating the type of
instrument (see below). The least significant
byte (LSB) holds a value which is the ModBus
address of the sensor.
MSB = Instrument type code $01 to $FF

$03 = BBIR (broad band infrared)
$04 = TOX (toxic)
$05 = OXY (oxygen)
$06 = AAW (toxic)
$07 = CAT (catalytic)
LSB = MODBUS sensor address $01 to $F7
(1 to 247)
40102 W R $0000 to $FFFF Gas Reading
Holds the gas reading in ppm or percent
depending upon the sensor in the instrument.
The range is from $0000 to $FFFF and
represents a signed decimal value range
from -32768 to +32767.
Examples:
+5 ppm = register value of 0000510 = $0005
-5 ppm = register value of 6553110 = $FFFB

Inst Host
R/W R/W
40103 R* R/W* MSB = $01 to $FF Gas Type
LSB = $01 to $FF Holds the decimal place holder and the gas type
code. The most significant byte (MSB) holds
the number of decimal places to be used in
calculations for this gas. This decimal locator
applies to all subsequent values of gas readings
within other registers. This can be read by the
instrument. The least significant byte (LSB)
holds a code which identifies the gas type.
This can be read and written by the host.
MSB = Decimal place holder $01 to $FF
LSB = Gas type code $01 to $FF
$01 CO Carbon Monoxide
$02 H2S Hydrogen Sulfide
$03 SO2 Sulfur Dioxide
$04 NO2 Nitrogen Dioxide
$05 Cl2 Chlorine
$06 ClO2 Chlorine Dioxide
$07 HCN Hydrogen Cyanide
$08 PH3 Phosphine
$09 H2 Hydrogen
$0C NO Nitric Oxide
$0D NH3 Ammonia
$0E HCl Hydrogen Chloride
$14 O2 Oxygen
$15 CH4 Methane
$16 LEL Lower Explosive Limit
(Combustible Gases)
Examples:
$0107 = 1 decimal place for gas type HCN
$0002 = 0 decimal places for gas type H2S
$0206 = 2 decimal places for ClO2

Inst Host
R/W R/W
40105 R/W R/W $0000 to $00FF Operating Mode
Holds a value indicating the current mode of
operation.
$0001 = normal
$0002 = calibrate
$0003 = warm up
$0004 = setup
$0005 = bump test
$0006 = zero
$0007 = test mode
$0008 = fault mode
$0009 = reset
When a value of $0009 is written to this
register, the instrument will write $0001 to
40105 and enter a continuous loop, which does
not include a watchdog reset. The normal
watchdog function will reset the instrument to
its startup state.
40105 is set to $0008 whenever 40106 bits 13,
12, 11, are set.

Inst Host
R/W R/W
40106 W R $0000 to $FFFF Status Bits
Holds 16 bits of status for various parameters in
the instrument. A bit value of “1” indicates that
the associated fault condition is present.
Bit 15 = current loop open
Bit 14 = current loop shorted
Bit 13 = power fault
Bit 12 = 5 volt fault
Bit 11 = missing sensor
Bit 10 = (not defined)
:
Bit 6 = (not defined)
Bit 5 = zero fault
Bit 4 = calibration fault
Bit 3 = over-range
Bit 2 = failed sensor
Bit 1 = high alarm
Bit 0 = low alarm
Examples:
Missing sensor = Bit 11 is set = $0800
Power fault and
failed sensor = Bits 13 and 2 set = $2004
40115 W R Last Alarm Date (mmdd)
Holds the month and day when the instrument
had the last alarm.
High byte = $01 to $0C
Low byte = $01 to $1F
Examples:
Dec 25 is represented as $0C19
June 31 is represented as $061F
40116 W R Last Alarm Date (00yy)
Holds the last two digits of the year when the
instrument was last in alarm. The first two
digits are assumed to be “20”.
High byte = $00, Low byte = $02 to $63
Examples:
2002 is represented by $02
2099 is represented by $63

Inst Host
R/W R/W
40117 R R/W MSB=$01 to $0C, RTC Month and Day
LSB=$01 to $1F Holds the month and day to which the real time
clock (RTC) calendar should be set. The most
significant byte (MSB) represents the month
from $01 to $0C (1-12). The least significant
byte (LSB) represents the day of the month
from $01 to $1F (1-31).
Examples:
December 25 = $0C19
June 31 = $061F
40118 R R/W $0002 to $0063 RTC Year (00yy)
Holds the year to which the real time clock
(RTC) should be set. The most significant byte
(MSB) is always $00. The least significant byte
(LSB) represents the two-digit year (within the
21st century), from $02 (which represents 2002)
to $063 (which represents 2099).
Examples:
2002 = 02 (+ base year of 2000) = $0002
2010 = 10 (+ base year of 2000) = $000A
2099 = 99 (+ base year of 2000) = $0063
40119 R R/W MSB=$00 to $18, RTC Hours and Minutes
LSB=$00 to $3C Holds the hours and minutes to which the RTC
should be set. The most significant byte (MSB)
represents the hour from $00 to $18 (00-24).
The least significant byte (LSB) represents the
minutes from $00 to $3C (00 to 60). Note that
the seconds default to zero ($00) each time the
hours and minutes are set.
Examples:
13:05 = $0D05
24:00 = $1800
40124 R R/W $0000 to $FFFF Low Alarm Display Setting
Holds the value of the gas reading at which the
low alarm display will activate.
40125 R R/W $0000 to $FFFF High Alarm Display Setting
Holds the value of the gas reading at which the
high alarm display will activate.

Inst Host
R/W R/W
40126 R R/W $0000 to $03E8 Cal Gas Value
Holds the value of the calibration gas to be used
on the instrument. The range is from $0000 to
$03E8 (0 to 100010).
40127 R/W R $0000 to $FFFF Loop High Scaling
Holds a value which indicates the gas reading
represented by a 20 mA loop output signal. The
range is from $0000 to $FFFF.
NOTE: To get the ModBus reading, register 40103 must be read as well as
register 40102. Register 40103 specifies where the decimal should be placed.
6.5. Setting the ModBus Address on the iTrans™

Located on the back of the electronics module is an 8-position DIP switch. This
switch bank is used to set the ModBus Slave Address for the iTrans™ unit. The
address can be set from 1 to 255. Use the DIP switches to set the binary
representation of the desired address. 1 is bit zero, and 8 is bit 8. ON represents a
1, and OFF represents zero. Refer to Appendix B for hex-to-decimal equivalents.
Figure 6-1. Switch Bank for Setting ModBus Slave Address

Figure 6-2. Setting the ModBus Address (Example Address of 240 Decimal)
6.6. Setting the ModBus Address for Stand-Alone Sensors
NOTE: This section is only necessary if you are connecting a sensor directly to a
ModBus controller, PLC, or digital system.
For stand-alone sensor heads used in a ModBus network, the address is set in the
same manner. Once the aluminum sensor head is removed with the sensor board,
the sensor electronics module is exposed. On the back of the sensor electronics
module is a small 8-position DIP switch. The address can be set from 10 to 255 in
a similar manner as setting the ModBus address on the iTrans™ except pin 8 on the
sensor’s 8-position DIP switch is the least significant bit, and pin 1 is the most
significant bit.

Figure 6-3. Location of Address DIP Switch on Sensor Electronics Module
Figure 6-4. Setting the ModBus Address for a Stand-Alone Sensor

NOTE: If adding a second sensor to an existing module, set the ModBus address
to ↓↓↓↓↑↑↑↑ which represents 11110000 binary (and 240 decimal). See
Chapter 6 for more information on the ModBus interface. (Note that DIP switches
are pre-set at the factory for all dual-sensor units).
6.7. ModBus Resources

ModBus is a public protocol that can be freely adopted by any developer or
manufacturer desiring to implement it. While a detailed discussion of ModBus
protocol is beyond the scope of this manual, there are a number of up-to-date
resources available on the internet for those wishing to investigate ModBus further.
The most complete resource is www.modbus.org.
6.8. Termination
When putting devices on the ModBus network, a terminating resistor may be
required for the last device on the network (please see www.modbus.org for more
details). The iTrans™ has a blue jumper on the “public” jumper that can be used
to jumper in a 120-Ohm terminating resistor. By default, this jumper is not in
place. Industrial Scientific does not recommend changing the placement of any of
the other jumpers on this board.
Figure 6-5. Location of Jumpers
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iTrans Fixed Point Single/Dual Gas Monitor Maintenance
7
Chapter
MAINTENANCE
7.1. Introduction
Sensors have a variable life dependent on the sensor and the environment in which
they operate. Oxygen sensor life is about 2 years and toxic gas sensor life is
normally 2 years or greater. The catalytic combustible gas sensors normally
operate in excess of 3 years, while the infrared sensor carries a 5-year warranty
with an anticipated life of 7 or more years.
Sensors have baseline drift and their characteristics change with time. Thus, the
iTrans™ must be calibrated on a regular basis. Gas detection instruments are
potential life-saving devices. In recognition of this fact, calibration for the toxic
and catalytic LEL sensors should be at least at quarterly intervals, while the
Infrared sensor should be calibrated on an annual basis with functional tests every
6 months.
Further, Industrial Scientific Corporation recommends prudent testing and/or
calibration after a gas alarm. All calibration/service to the sensors should be
recorded and accessible.
NOTE: Other than regular calibrations, the iTrans™ require no other routine
maintenance.
NOTE: Take special care with handling and storing sensors. They are delicate
and can be damaged by storage in environments outside the specified temperature,
pressure, and humidity limits.
NOTE: Sensors are susceptible to damage from high pressure or low pressure,
especially if the change is sudden. Also, sensors should not be operated at
pressures that are 10% above or below atmospheric pressure.

Maintenance iTrans Fixed Point Single/Dual Gas Monitor
NOTE: If sensors and the surrounding environment must be washed down at any
time, cover the opening of the sensor housing to protect it from water or excess
moisture. Remove cover when wash down is complete. An optional splashguard
is available for continuous protection.
7.2. Sensor Replacement

Sensor replacement must be done by qualified personnel. To replace the sensor,
shut down power to the unit. Un-thread the sensor-housing cap from the sensor
housing. There is a set screw that secures the cap to the housing. Once the cap is
removed, remove the old sensor and sensor board. When installing the new
sensor/sensor board make sure you line up the notch in the board with the
alignment pin. After the new sensor is in place, screw the sensor cap back on to
the housing and secure the set screw.
Once the new sensor is in place and has time to settle out, it should be zeroed and
calibrated for accuracy.
7.3. Zero and Calibration

Zeroing and calibrating the instrument can be accomplished one of two ways.
These routines can be entered either from the keypad or non-intrusively using the
magnetic wand. See Chapter 5: Operation for step-by-step procedures for zeroing
and calibrating the iTrans™ using the magnetic wand. Chapter 5 also contains
information on keypad zeroing and calibration.
NOTE: When calibrating the BBIR sensor, the display will not show the actual
concentration of gas applied, it will display zero. Once the calibration is complete,
the display will switch from zero to the actual concentration of gas applied.
NOTE: The typical zero time for the BBIR sensor is 3 minutes.
NOTE: The typical calibration time for the BBIR sensor is 3 minutes.
NOTE: After a calibration, the span reserve for the BBIR sensor is not available
to the end user.
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iTrans Fixed Point Single/Dual Gas Monitor Troubleshooting
8
Chapter
TROUBLESHOOTING
8.1. Introduction
This chapter provides troubleshooting information for the iTrans™ gas monitor.
8.2. Diagnosing Common Problems

Table 8-1. Common Problems
Symptom Problem Solution

Input voltage is too low
LED display does not Check for presence of input
light up. Electronics module has voltage.
failed
Unit in calibration mode
Exit calibration mode.
Output outside
4-20 mA range Electronics module has
Replace electronics module.
failed
Output does not
change when gas Electronics module has
Replace electronics module.
concentration failed
changes
Replace sensor and
Sensor has failed
calibrate.
Cannot calibrate
SPAN Electronics module has
Replace electronics module
failed
and calibrate.

Troubleshooting iTrans Fixed Point Single/Dual Gas Monitor
Symptom Problem Solution
Reading drifts by 10 Replace sensor and

Sensor has failed
counts over a short calibrate.
time period (in a
stable temperature Electronics module has
environment) failed
and calibrate.
Replace sensor and
Sensor has failed
calibrate.
In calibration, LED
displays wrong value. Electronics module has
failed
and calibrate.
Electronics module has Replace electronics module
Reed Switch does not failed and calibrate.
work
Reed Switch is damaged Replace the reed switch.
Place a 100-Ohm load
“P” appears on the Open loop on a 4-20 mA
resistor from the mA output
display channel
pin to ground.
Ensure the sensor is
“U” appears on the 4-20 mA signal is in over
working properly and the
display range
4-20 mA is scaled correctly.
8.3. Fault Codes

Table 8-2. Fault Codes
Fault LED Status 4-20 mA
Description
Code Display Bit Output
Zeroing error – Recover after
0FFF 0. Flashing 1 mA
calibrating
Calibration error – Recover after
CFFF C. Flashing 1 mA
calibrating or replacing the sensor
1FFF 1. Flashing 1 mA SMART sensor error
2FFF 2. Flashing 1 mA Sensor error

iTrans Fixed Point Single/Dual Gas Monitor Troubleshooting
8.4. Function Codes

Table 8-3. Function Codes
LED Display
Function
Status Description
Code Data Area
Bit
L L. Low Alarm Set the relay low alarm value
H H. High Alarm Set the relay high alarm value
4 4. Range of 4-20 mA Set the range of 4-20 mA output
1 1. Minute Set system time – minute
H h. Hour Set system time – hour
D d. Date Set system time – date
E E. Month Set system time – month
8 8. Year Set system time – year
0 0. Zeroing
C C. Calibration
S S. Span Gas Concentration Set span gas concentration
R r. Sensor Span Reserve Check the span reserve
2 2. Date The latest alarm time-date
3 3. Month The latest alarm time-month
6 6. Date The latest calibration time-date
The latest calibration time-
7 7. Month
month
9 9. Year The latest calibration time-year

Troubleshooting iTrans Fixed Point Single/Dual Gas Monitor

in this manual. Differences between the functionality of the BBIR sensor and the
iTrans™ operation explained in this manual are as follows:
not increment.
applied.
the end user.
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iTrans Fixed Point Single/Dual Gas Monitor Warranty
9
Chapter
WARRANTY
9.1. Warranty
Industrial Scientific fixed system products are warranted to be free from defects in
material and workmanship for a period of eighteen (18) months from the date of
shipment, or one (1) year from the date of first use, whichever occurs first, except
where otherwise stated in writing in Industrial Scientific literature accompanying
the product.
The above warranty does not include sensors, pumps, or filters, all of which are
warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for one year from
the date of shipment, except where otherwise stated in writing in Industrial
Scientific literature accompanying the product. In addition, Industrial Scientific
warrants the Infrared sensor used to monitor LEL Methane to be free from defects
in material and workmanship for a period of sixty-six (66) months from the date of
shipment, or five (5) years from the date of first use, whichever occurs first, except
where otherwise stated in writing in Industrial Scientific literature accompanying
the product.
9.2. Limitation of Liability

Industrial Scientific makes no other warranties, either expressed or implied,
including, but not limited to the warranties of merchantability or fitness for
particular purpose.
Should the product fail to conform to the above warranty, buyer’s only remedy and
Industrial Scientific’s only obligation shall be, at Industrial Scientific’s sole option,
replacement or repair of such non-conforming goods or refund of the original
purchase price of the non-conforming goods. In no event will Industrial Scientific
be liable for any other special, incidental or consequential damages, including loss
of profit or loss of use, arising out of the sale, manufacture or use of any products
sold hereunder whether such claim is pleaded in contract or in tort, including strict
liability in tort.

Warranty iTrans Fixed Point Single/Dual Gas Monitor
It shall be an express condition to Industrial Scientific’s warranty that all products

be carefully inspected for damage by buyer upon receipt, be properly calibrated for
buyer’s particular use, and be used, repaired, and maintained in strict accordance
with the instructions set forth in Industrial Scientific’s product literature. Repair or
maintenance by non-qualified personnel will invalidate the warranty, as will the
use of non-approved consumables or spare parts. As with any other sophisticated
product, it is essential and a condition of Industrial Scientific’s warranty that all
personnel using the products be fully acquainted with their use, capabilities and
limitations as set forth in the applicable product literature. Buyer acknowledges
that it alone has determined the intended purpose and suitability of the goods
purchased. It is expressly agreed by the parties that any technical or other advice
given by Industrial Scientific with respect to the use of the goods or services is
given without charge and at buyer’s risk; therefore, Industrial Scientific assumes
no obligation or liability for the advice given or results obtained.
SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE
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iTrans Fixed Point Single/Dual Gas Monitor Appendix A
A
Appendix
ACRONYMS AND
ABBREVIATIONS
This appendix contains acronyms and abbreviations that are used within this
document.
Table A-1. Acronyms and Abbreviations
Abbr Definition
A Ampere
ABS acrylonitrile butadiene styrene
ASCII American Standard Code for Information Interchange
BBIR broadband infrared
bit binary digit
bps bits per second
C centigrade
CALI calibration
CAT catalytic
Ch channel
CH4 methane
chem chemical
Cl2 chlorine
ClO2 chlorine dioxide
CO carbon monoxide
CSA Canadian Standards Association
DC direct current
DCS distributed control system
DIP dual in-line package
DISP display
F Fahrenheit
FAQ frequently asked questions
FAUL fault
FIFO first-in-first-out
GND ground
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Appendix A iTrans Fixed Point Single/Dual Gas Monitor
Abbr Definition
H2 hydrogen
H2S hydrogen sulfide
HCl hydrogen chloride
HCN hydrogen cyanide
ISC Industrial Scientific Corporation
LED light emitting diode
LEL lower explosive limit (combustible gases)
LSB least significant bit
mA milliampere
mm millimeter
MSB most significant bit
NC normally closed
NDIR non-dispersive infrared
NEMA National Electrical Manufacturers Association
NH3 ammonia
NO normally open, Nitric Oxide
NO2 nitrogen dioxide
NOR normal mode
NRTL nationally recognized testing laboratory
O2 oxygen
OXY oxygen
PH3 phosphene
PLC programmable logic controller
ppm parts per million
REST restart
RH relative humidity
RTC real time clock
RTU remote terminal unit
SO2 sulfur dioxide
SPST single-pole, single-throw
TOX toxic
V Volts
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iTrans Fixed Point Single/Dual Gas Monitor Appendix B
B
Appendix
DECIMAL, BINARY, AND
HEXADECIMAL
EQUIVALENTS
This appendix lists the hexadecimal and binary equivalents of decimal numbers.
ModBus device addresses are entered in hexadecimal format. This table provides a
cross reference if only decimal addresses are known. Hexadecimal numbers are
shown in 0x00 format on the left. Decimal equivalents are shown on the right.
Refer to Table B-1. Decimal and binary equivalents are shown in Table B-2.
Table B-1. Hexadecimal and Decimal Equivalents
0x00 = 000 0x20 = 032 0x40 = 064 0x60 = 096 0x80 = 128 0xA0 = 160 0xC0 = 192 0xE0 = 224
0x01 = 001 0x21 = 033 0x41 = 065 0x61 = 097 0x81 = 129 0xA1 = 161 0xC1 = 193 0xE1 = 225
0x02 = 002 0x22 = 034 0x42 = 066 0x62 = 098 0x82 = 130 0xA2 = 162 0xC2 = 194 0xE2 = 226
0x03 = 003 0x23 = 035 0x43 = 067 0x63 = 099 0x83 = 131 0xA3 = 163 0xC3 = 195 0xE3 = 227
0x04 = 004 0x24 = 036 0x44 = 068 0x64 = 100 0x84 = 132 0xA4 = 164 0xC4 = 196 0xE4 = 228
0x05 = 005 0x25 = 037 0x45 = 069 0x65 = 101 0x85 = 133 0xA5 = 165 0xC5 = 197 0xE5 = 229
0x06 = 006 0x26 = 038 0x46 = 070 0x66 = 102 0x86 = 134 0xA6 = 166 0xC6 = 198 0xE6 = 230
0x07 = 007 0x27 = 039 0x47 = 071 0x67 = 103 0x87 = 135 0xA7 = 167 0xC7 = 199 0xE7 = 231
0x08 = 008 0x28 = 040 0x48 = 072 0x68 = 104 0x88 = 136 0xA8 = 168 0xC8 = 200 0xE8 = 232
0x09 = 009 0x29 = 041 0x49 = 073 0x69 = 105 0x89 = 137 0xA9 = 169 0xC9 = 201 0xE9 = 233
0x0A = 010 0x2A = 042 0x4A = 074 0x6A = 106 0x8A = 138 0xAA = 170 0xCA = 202 0xEA = 234
0x0B = 011 0x2B = 043 0x4B = 075 0x6B = 107 0x8B = 139 0xAB = 171 0xCB = 203 0xEB = 235
0x0C = 012 0x2C = 044 0x4C = 076 0x6C = 108 0x8C = 140 0xAC = 172 0xCC = 204 0xEC = 236
0x0D = 013 0x2D = 045 0x4D = 077 0x6D = 109 0x8D = 141 0xAD = 173 0xCD = 205 0xED = 237
0x0E = 014 0x2E = 046 0x4E = 078 0x6E = 110 0x8E = 142 0xAE = 174 0xCE = 206 0xEE = 238
0x0F = 015 0x2F = 047 0x4F = 079 0x6F = 111 0x8F = 143 0xAF = 175 0xCF = 207 0xEF = 239
0x10 = 016 0x30 = 048 0x50 = 080 0x70 = 112 0x90 = 144 0xB0 = 176 0xD0 = 208 0xF0 = 240
0x11 = 017 0x31 = 049 0x51 = 081 0x71 = 113 0x91 = 145 0xB1 = 177 0xD1 = 209 0xF1 = 241
0x12 = 018 0x32 = 050 0x52 = 082 0x72 = 114 0x92 = 146 0xB2 = 178 0xD2 = 210 0xF2 = 242
0x13 = 019 0x33 = 051 0x53 = 083 0x73 = 115 0x93 = 147 0xB3 = 179 0xD3 = 211 0xF3 = 243
0x14 = 020 0x34 = 052 0x54 = 084 0x74 = 116 0x94 = 148 0xB4 = 180 0xD4 = 212 0xF4 = 244
0x15 = 021 0x35 = 053 0x55 = 085 0x75 = 117 0x95 = 149 0xB5 = 181 0xD5 = 213 0xF5 = 245
0x16 = 022 0x36 = 054 0x56 = 086 0x76 = 118 0x96 = 150 0xB6 = 182 0xD6 = 214 0xF6 = 246
0x17 = 023 0x37 = 055 0x57 = 087 0x77 = 119 0x97 = 151 0xB7 = 183 0xD7 = 215 0xF7 = 247
0x18 = 024 0x38 = 056 0x58 = 088 0x78 = 120 0x98 = 152 0xB8 = 184 0xD8 = 216 0xF8 = 248
0x19 = 025 0x39 = 057 0x59 = 089 0x79 = 121 0x99 = 153 0xB9 = 185 0xD9 = 217 0xF9 = 249
0x1A = 026 0x3A = 058 0x5A = 090 0x7A = 122 0x9A = 154 0xBA = 186 0xDA = 218 0xFA = 250
0x1B = 027 0x3B = 059 0x5B = 091 0x7B = 123 0x9B = 155 0xBB = 187 0xDB = 219 0xFB = 251
0x1C = 028 0x3C = 060 0x5C = 092 0x7C = 124 0x9C = 156 0xBC = 188 0xDC = 220 0xFC = 252
0x1D = 029 0x3D = 061 0x5D = 093 0x7D = 125 0x9D = 157 0xBD = 189 0xDD = 221 0xFD = 253
0x1E = 030 0x3E = 062 0x5E = 094 0x7E = 126 0x9E = 158 0xBE = 190 0xDE = 222 0xFE = 254
0x1F = 031 0x3F = 063 0x5F = 095 0x7F = 127 0x9F = 159 0xBF = 191 0xDF = 223 0xFF = 255
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Table B-2. Decimal and Binary Equivalents

Dec Binary Dec Binary Dec Binary Dec Binary
0 00000000 64 01000000 128 10000000 192 11000000
1 00000001 65 01000001 129 10000001 193 11000001
2 00000010 66 01000010 130 10000010 194 11000010
3 00000011 67 01000011 131 10000011 195 11000011
4 00000100 68 01000100 132 10000100 196 11000100
5 00000101 69 01000101 133 10000101 197 11000101
6 00000110 70 01000110 134 10000110 198 11000110
7 00000111 71 01000111 135 10000111 199 11000111
8 00001000 72 01001000 136 10001000 200 11001000
9 00001001 73 01001001 137 10001001 201 11001001
10 00001010 74 01001010 138 10001010 202 11001010
11 00001011 75 01001011 139 10001011 203 11001011
12 00001100 76 01001100 140 10001100 204 11001100
13 00001101 77 01001101 141 10001101 205 11001101
14 00001110 78 01001110 142 10001110 206 11001110
15 00001111 79 01001111 143 10001111 207 11001111
16 00010000 80 01010000 144 10010000 208 11010000
17 00010001 81 01010001 145 10010001 209 11010001
18 00010010 82 01010010 146 10010010 210 11010010
19 00010011 83 01010011 147 10010011 211 11010011
20 00010100 84 01010100 148 10010100 212 11010100
21 00010101 85 01010101 149 10010101 213 11010101
22 00010110 86 01010110 150 10010110 214 11010110
23 00010111 87 01010111 151 10010111 215 11010111
24 00011000 88 01011000 152 10011000 216 11011000
25 00011001 89 01011001 153 10011001 217 11011001
26 00011010 90 01011010 154 10011010 218 11011010
27 00011011 91 01011011 155 10011011 219 11011011
28 00011100 92 01011100 156 10011100 220 11011100
29 00011101 93 01011101 157 10011101 221 11011101
30 00011110 94 01011110 158 10011110 222 11011110
31 00011111 95 01011111 159 10011111 223 11011111
32 00100000 96 01100000 160 10100000 224 11100000
33 00100001 97 01100001 161 10100001 225 11100001
34 00100010 98 01100010 162 10100010 226 11100010
35 00100011 99 01100011 163 10100011 227 11100011
36 00100100 100 01100100 164 10100100 228 11100100
37 00100101 101 01100101 165 10100101 229 11100101
38 00100110 102 01100110 166 10100110 230 11100110
39 00100111 103 01100111 167 10100111 231 11100111
40 00101000 104 01101000 168 10101000 232 11101000
41 00101001 105 01101001 169 10101001 233 11101001
42 00101010 106 01101010 170 10101010 234 11101010
43 00101011 107 01101011 171 10101011 235 11101011
44 00101100 108 01101100 172 10101100 236 11101100
45 00101101 109 01101101 173 10101101 237 11101101
46 00101110 110 01101110 174 10101110 238 11101110
47 00101111 111 01101111 175 10101111 239 11101111
48 00110000 112 01110000 176 10110000 240 11110000
49 00110001 113 01110001 177 10110001 241 11110001
50 00110010 114 01110010 178 10110010 242 11110010
51 00110011 115 01110011 179 10110011 243 11110011
52 00110100 116 01110100 180 10110100 244 11110100
53 00110101 117 01110101 181 10110101 245 11110101
54 00110110 118 01110110 182 10110110 246 11110110
55 00110111 119 01110111 183 10110111 247 11110111
56 00111000 120 01111000 184 10111000 248 11111000
57 00111001 121 01111001 185 10111001 249 11111001
58 00111010 122 01111010 186 10111010 250 11111010
59 00111011 123 01111011 187 10111011 251 11111011
60 00111100 124 01111100 188 10111100 252 11111100
61 00111101 125 01111101 189 10111101 253 11111101
62 00111110 126 01111110 190 10111110 254 11111110
63 00111111 127 01111111 191 10111111 255 11111111
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C
Appendix
ORDERING MATRIX
This appendix provides an ordering matrix for the iTrans™ gas monitor.
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Appendix C iTrans Fixed Point Single/Dual Gas Monitor
iTrans ™ Base part number 7814635-ABCDEFG
Single or dual on-board or remote toxic, combustible and oxygen sensors with dual 4-20 mA outputs (one
per sensor) or ModBus RTU outputs. Remote sensor capable of operation up to 200 meters from main
transmitter. Operating temperature range –20°C to +50°C.
Example: 7814635-1C21241 =On-board LEL (4-20 mA scale 0-100) and remote mount H2S (4-20 mA scale 0-500)
with relays
A = Sensor 1 Configuration E = Sensor 2 Configuration

B = Gas sensor 1 F = Gas sensor 2
C = 4-20 mA output scale for sensor 1 G = 4-20 mA output scale for sensor 2
D = Optional on-board relays
A - Sensor 1 E – Sensor 2
0 = No sensor
1 = Explosion Proof / On-board 1 = Explosion Proof / On-board
2 = Explosion Proof / Remote 2 = Explosion Proof / Remote
3 = Non-hazardous Remote/Duct Mount 3 = Non-hazardous Remote/Duct Mount
4 = Explosion Proof / On-board with Splash Guard 4 = Explosion Proof / On-board with Splash Guard
5 = Explosion Proof / Remote with Splash Guard 5 = Explosion Proof / Remote with Splash Guard
B - Gas sensor 1 F - Gas sensor 2
1 = Carbon Monoxide (CO) 1 = Carbon Monoxide (CO)

2 = Nitric Oxide (NO) 2 = Nitric Oxide (NO)
3 = Ammonia (NH3) 3 = Ammonia (NH3)
4 = Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) 4 = Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S)
5 = Sulfur Dioxide (SO2) 5 = Sulfur Dioxide (SO2)
6 = Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2) 6 = Nitrogen Dioxide (NO2)
7 = Chlorine (Cl2) 7 = Chlorine (Cl2)
8 = Chlorine Dioxide (ClO2) with H2S filter 8 = Chlorine Dioxide (ClO2) with H2S filter
9 = Hydrogen Cyanide (HCN) 9 = Hydrogen Cyanide (HCN)
A = Oxygen (O2) A = Oxygen (O2)
B = LEL Infrared (factory Methane calibration) B = LEL Infrared (factory Methane calibration)
C = LEL Catalytic Plug-In (factory Pentane calibration) C = LEL Catalytic Plug-In (factory Pentane calibration)
D = Carbon Monoxide - Hydrogen Null (CO - H2) D = Carbon Monoxide - Hydrogen Null (CO - H2)
F = Hydrogen Chloride (HCl) F = Hydrogen Chloride (HCl)
G = LEL Infrared Propane G = LEL Infrared Propane
K = Phosphine (PH3) K = Phosphine (PH3)
L = Hydrogen (H2) L = Hydrogen (H2)
C - 4-20 mA Output Scale for Sensor 1 G - 4-20 mA Output Scale for Sensor 2
0 = 0 - 999 0 = 0 - 999
1 = 0 - 500 1 = 0 - 500
2 = 0 - 100 2 = 0 - 100
3 = 0 - 50 3 = 0 - 50
4 = 0 - 30 4 = 0 - 30
5 = 0 - 10 5 = 0 - 10
6=0-2 6=0-2
7=0-1 7=0-1
8 = 0 - 20 8 = 0 - 20
9 = 0 - 200 9 = 0 - 200
D – Optional On-board Relays
0 = No Relay Module
1 = With Optional On-board Relays
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iTrans Fixed Point Single/Dual Gas Monitor Appendix D
D
Appendix
FACTORY DEFAULT
SETTINGS
This appendix lists factory default iTrans™ settings based on the individual
sensor(s) used. Refer to Table D-1.
Table D-1. Factory Default Settings
Default Default
Sensor Name Range Resolution Cal Gas Low High
Alarm Alarm
CO 0-999 ppm 1 ppm 100 ppm 35 ppm 70 ppm
H2S 0-500 ppm 1 ppm 25 ppm 10 ppm 20 ppm
SO2 0-99.9 ppm 0.1 ppm 5 ppm 2.0 ppm 4.0 ppm
NO2 0-99.9 ppm 0.1 ppm 5 ppm 1.0 ppm 2.0 ppm
Cl2 0-99.9 ppm 0.1 ppm 10 ppm 0.5 ppm 1.0 ppm
ClO2 0-2.00 ppm 0.01 ppm 0.99 ppm 0.30 ppm 0.50 ppm
HCN 0-30.0 ppm 0.1 ppm 10 ppm 5.0 ppm 10.0 ppm
PH3 0-1.00 ppm 0.01 ppm 1.0 ppm 0.30 ppm 0.60 ppm
CO/H2 NULL 0-500 ppm 1 ppm 100 ppm 35 ppm 75 ppm
NO 0-999 ppm 1 ppm 25 ppm 25 ppm 50 ppm
NH3 0-200 ppm 1 ppm 25 ppm 25 ppm 50 ppm
HCl 0-30.0 ppm 0.1 ppm 10 ppm 5.0 ppm 10.0 ppm
H2 0-999 ppm 1 ppm 100 ppm 50 ppm 100 ppm
O2 0-30% Vol. 0.1% Vol. 20.9% 19.5% 23.5%
Infrared, LEL 0-100% LEL 1% LEL 50% LEL 10%LEL 20%LEL
Combustible, LEL 0-100% LEL 1% LEL 25% LEL 10%LEL 20%LEL
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Index
Locator page numbers appear in regular type faces for standard index references
(e.g., 3-7). Boldface index references (e.g., 3-3) correspond to information found
in photos or illustrations. Italic index references (e.g., 3-3) correspond to
information found in tables.
Numbers B
#18 AWG ................................................4-1, 4-5, 4-8
banana jacks......................................................... 4-16
120-Ohm terminating resistor................................ 6-7
baud rate ................................................................ 6-1
4-20 mA output(s) .....iii, 1-1, 1-2, 4-4, 5-1, 5-4, 5-11,
BBIR..... 4-5, 5-1, 5-7, 5-9, 5-12, 5-16, 5-17, 6-2, 6-3,
5-17, 6-2, 8-1, 8-2, 8-3, 8-4, B-2
6-8, 7-2, 8-4, A-1
changing upper range...................................... 5-11
address .............................................................. 6-8
fault................................................................... 5-2
calibrating ......................................................... 6-8
fixed lower range ............................................ 5-11
calibration time .......................................... 5-5, 6-8
not using ........................................................... 4-4
span reserve ...................................................... 6-8
A zero time .................................................... 5-5, 6-8
binary.............................................4-14, 6-1, 6-8, A-1
abbreviations.......................................................... 9-1 blue jumper............................................................ 6-7
access code ............................................................ 5-9 broadband infrared................. 4-5, 5-1, 5-7, 5-9, 5-12,
accuracy............................................................. ii, 2-3 5-16, 5-17, 6-2, 6-3, 6-8, 7-2, 8-4, A-1
acronyms ............................................................... 9-1
address C
range ................................................................. 6-8
cable entry device .................................................. 1-4
selection ............................................................ 1-2
calibration ...... 1-1, 5-5, 5-6, 5-7, 5-8, 5-9, 5-14, 5-16,
setting....................................................... 4-14, 6-8
5-17, 6-2, 6-5, 6-7, 6-8, 7-1, 7-2, 8-1, 8-2, 8-3, 8-4,
unique ............................................................... 6-1
A-1, B-2
agency approvals ................................................... 1-3
aborting ............................................................. 5-7
air flow .................................................................. 3-1
after alarms ......................................................... iii
alarm(s)
BBIR sensor............................................... 5-7, 6-8
activation .......................................................... 1-1
date.................................................................. 5-17
condition ............................................................. iii
error .................................................................. 5-2
date........................................................... 5-17, 6-5
flow rate ................................................... 5-7, 5-15
horns ................................................................. 1-1
frequency ............................................................ iii
indication .......................................................... 5-2
month .............................................................. 5-17
month .............................................................. 5-17
span setting .............................................. 5-7, 5-15
over-range alarm ................................................. iii
time ............................................................ 5-5, 6-2
relays................................................................. 1-2
BBIR ............................................................ 6-8
capacity ........................................................ 1-2
two methods of ................................................. 5-3
wiring (J1, J5, J6)......................................... 4-2
year ................................................................. 5-17
aluminum........................................1-2, 2-1, 4-15, 6-9
zeroing before ................................................. 5-14
ammonia ..........................................1-3, 2-2, 6-4, B-2
carbon monoxide ............. 1-3, 1-4, 2-2, 6-4, A-1, B-2
analog signal........................................................ 5-11
catalytic .......................................................................
anticipated life ....................................................... 7-1
catalytic combustible gas sensors .............iii, 1-2, 1-4,
apply calibration gas.............................................. 5-7
2-2, 2-3, B-2
arrow keys ........................ 5-9, 5-10, 5-11, 5-12, 5-13
CH4 ........................................................................A-1
ATEX-certified sensors ......................................... 1-4
change span ......................................................... 5-15
atmospheric pressure .................................iii, 1-2, 7-1
initiating............................................................ 5-8
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channel indicators .................................................. 5-4 E

chlorine ....................................1-3, 2-2, 6-4, A-1, B-2
chlorine dioxide ...............................1-3, 2-2, 6-4, B-2 electrical codes ...................................................... 4-1
Cl2 ............................................1-3, 2-2, 6-4, A-1, B-2 electrical risks........................................................ 1-4
class I hazardous locations .................................... 1-3 electrochemical diffusion ...................................... 1-2
classified locations................................................. 4-2 electromagnetic compatibility ............................... 1-4
ClO2 .......................................................................A-1 electromagnetic interference.................................. 4-2
clock settings .......................................5-12, 5-17, 6-2 electronics module................. 2-5, 2-6, 4-1, 4-8, 4-14,
closing elements .................................................... 1-4 4-15, 4-16, 6-1, 6-8, 6-9, 8-1, 8-2
CO .........................................................................A-1 EMC Directive 89/336/EEC .................................. 1-4
column mounting............................................ 3-1, 3-2 emissions ............................................................... 3-1
combustible gases ................................... 1-3, 2-3, A-2 EN 50014............................................................... 1-4
commissioning....................................................... 6-1 EN 50018............................................................... 1-4
common problems ................................................. 8-1 EN 50270............................................................... 1-4
conduit seal............................................................ 1-4 enclosure...........................................1-2, 2-4, 3-1, 5-3
configuration................................................... 1-1, 2-4 ground ............................................................... 4-4
dual sensor ..........................................4-4, 4-5, 6-2 screw.......................................................... 4-5, 4-9
connectors.............................................................. 2-5 shielding..................................................... 4-2, 4-9
continuous loop ..................................................... 6-5 Energy Management Equipment ........................... 1-3
control signal ......................................................... 1-1 enter key ................................................................ 2-4
control wire............................................................ 4-1 European ATEX Directive 94/9/EC ...................... 1-4
countdown .......5-6, 5-8, 5-10, 5-11, 5-12, 5-13, 5-14, excess moisture...................................................... 7-2
5-15 exhaust fan...................................................... 4-2, 4-6
CSA approvals....................................................... 1-3 explosion-proof............................................... 1-2, 1-3
C22.2 No. 152 compliance ............................... 1-2 F
Std C22.2 No. 152-M1984................................ 1-3
Std C22.2 No. 213-M1987................................ 1-4 factory default.............................. 5-7, 5-11, 5-15, B-1
Std C22.2 No. 142-M1987................................ 1-3 fans ........................................................................ 1-1
Std C22.2 No. 30-M1986.................................. 1-3 fault code .................................................5-1, 5-2, 8-2
current draw........................................................... 1-2 fault protection relay.............................................. 1-1
fault relay........................................................ 1-2, 5-1
D flashing ...............5-4, 5-7, 5-8, 5-12, 5-13, 5-14, 5-15
data bits........................................................... 5-4, 6-1 flow rate................................................................. 5-7
decimals................................................................. 5-4 four keys ................................................................ 2-4
decrement key........................................................ 2-4 function codes............................................... 5-17, 8-3
digital control systems ........................................... 1-1 function test, frequency ........................................... iii
digital controller .................................................. 4-14 functions, available......................................... 5-5, 5-9
digital ground......................................................... 4-4 future functionality .............................................. 5-16
dimensions...................................................... 1-2, 2-3 G
DIP switch ..........1-2, 4-14, 4-15, 4-16, 6-8, 6-9, 6-10
location ........................................................... 4-14 gas concentrations .....................................iii, 1-1, 5-2
setting addresses ............................................. 4-15 lower than normal readings................................. iii
Directive 72/23/EEC.............................................. 1-4 gas reading................................ 5-2, 6-2, 6-3, 6-6, 6-7
Directive 92/31/EEC.............................................. 1-4 gas sensor, combustible ........................................... iii
Directive 93/68/EEC.............................................. 1-4 GND ..............................................4-4, 4-14, 8-2, A-2
Directive 94/9/EC .................................................. 1-4 green conductor ..................................................... 4-4
display ...... 1-2, 2-3, 5-1, 5-2, 5-4, 5-5, 5-6, 5-7, 5-13, ground............................................4-4, 4-14, 8-2, A-2
5-14, 6-2, 6-6, 6-8, 7-2, 8-2, 8-4, A-1
specifications .................................................... 1-2 H
Distributed Control System (DCS) ........................A-1 H2 ..........................................................................A-2
driving loads from relays ....................................... 4-2 H2S.........................................................................A-2
dual-sensor..................................4-5, 4-16, 5-10, 6-10 heat generating sources.......................................... 3-1
dust-ignition-proof................................................. 1-3 hexadecimal format ............................................... A-1
high alarm..................... 5-1, 5-2, 5-10, 5-17, 6-2, 6-6,
8-3, 8-4, D-1

relay ............................ 4-2, 5-2, 5-17, 6-5, 6-6, 8-3 M

setpoint............................................................ 5-10
threshold ........................................................... 4-2 magnetic wand.................. 1-1, 2-4, 5-3, 5-4, 5-5, 5-6,
high pressure.......................................................... 7-1 5-7, 5-8, 7-2
higher-power relay................................................. 4-2 main electronics unit.............................................. 2-1
HMI ..................................................................... 4-14 maintenance........................................................... 7-1
housing ............................ 1-4, 2-1, 4-1, 4-6, 4-16, 7-2 routine ............................................................... 7-1
humidity................................................................. 7-1 master .................................................................... 6-1
range ................................................................. 1-2 message coding system.......................................... 6-1
hydrogen .......................... 1-3, 1-4, 2-2, 6-4, A-2, B-2 methane .................................................................A-1
hydrogen chloride ........................................... 1-3, 2-2 ModBus ......................................................... 6-1, A-1
hydrogen cyanide............................................ 1-3, 2-2 address switch bank location .......................... 4-14
hydrogen sulfide ..............................1-3, 1-4, 2-2, A-2 baud rate .................................................... 1-2, 6-1
characteristics ................................................... 6-1
I commands ......................................................... 6-2
configuration..................................................... 1-2
increment key ........................................................ 2-4
data bits............................................................. 6-1
infrared ..............1-2, 1-4, 2-2, 2-3, 7-1, 9-1, B-2, D-1
digital ground.................................................... 4-4
calibration frequency .......................................... iii
electrical standard ............................................. 6-1
input current, maximum ........................................ 1-2
message coding system..................................... 6-1
input keys .............................................................. 2-4
number of devices............................................. 1-2
input voltage ................................................... 1-2, 8-1
parity bits .......................................................... 6-1
installation ............................................................. 3-1
power wire ........................................................ 4-1
intrusive programming .......................................... 2-4
registers............................................................. 6-3
four keys ........................................................... 2-4
resources ........................................................... 6-7
ISA S12.13 Part I-2000 ......................................... 1-3
RTU ..........................................1-1, 1-2, 4-14, B-2
J signal wire......................................................... 4-1
slave address ............................................ 4-14, 6-8
jumpers ....................................................2-5, 4-8, 6-7 software protocol .............................................. 1-2
start bits............................................................. 6-1
K
stop bits............................................................. 6-1
KEMA 04 ATEX 2216X....................................... 1-4 terminating resistor ........................................... 6-7
keypad .................................. 5-3, 5-4, 5-13, 5-14, 7-2 transmission mode ............................................ 6-1
keys........................................................................ 2-4 mode key ....................2-4, 5-3, 5-4, 5-6, 5-9, 6-1, 8-1
mounting
L holes.................................................................. 3-1
last alarm date........................................................ 6-5 pipe or conduit .................................................. 3-1
LED display...............1-2, 2-3, 5-1, 5-2, 5-6, 5-7, 5-8,
N
5-9, 5-13, 5-14, 5-16, 8-1
LEL sensors ........................ iii, 1-2, 1-4, 2-2, 5-7, 5-8, NDIR ............................................................. 1-2, A-2
5-15, 5-16, 6-4, 7-1, 9-1, A-2, B-2, D-1 network .................................................................. 6-1
life span ....................................................... iii, iv, 7-1 nitric oxide...............................1-3, 2-2, 6-4, A-2, B-2
limitation of liability.............................................. 9-1 nitrogen dioxide.......................1-3, 2-2, 6-4, A-2, B-2
local authorities ..................................................... 4-1 NO2 ..........................................1-3, 2-2, 6-4, A-2, B-2
low alarm ...................... 5-1, 5-2, 5-10, 5-17, 6-2, 6-6, non-intrusive...................... 1-1, 2-4, 5-3, 5-5, 5-6, 5-9
8-3, 8-4, D-1 available functions ............................................ 5-5
relay ................................... 4-2, 5-17, 6-5, 6-6, 8-3 non-latching...................................................... iii, 4-2
setpoint............................................................ 5-10 normal mode..........................................................A-2
threshold ........................................................... 4-2 Normal Operating Mode... 5-1, 5-2, 5-3, 5-5, 5-6, 5-8,
low pressure........................................................... 7-1 5-9, 5-10, 5-11, 5-12, 5-13, 5-14, 5-15
Lower Explosive Limit (LEL) ..................iii, 1-2, 1-4, Normally Closed (NC) contact .............................. 4-2
2-2, 5-7, 5-8, 5-15, 5-16, 6-4, 7-1, 9-1, A-2, B-2, Normally Open (NO) contact ................................ 4-2
D-1 NRTL laboratory ................................................... 1-3
O
O2 ..........................................................................A-2
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open loop condition .........................4-4, 5-1, 5-2, D-4 remote unit............................................................. 2-5
operating mode ...................................................... 6-5 replacing sensors ................................................... 7-2
operating range ...................................................... 1-2 resistors........................................................... 4-4, 5-1
ordering matrix ...................................................... B-1 resolution ............................................................. 5-16
output wiring, J1 .................................................... 4-4 span gas concentration ...................................... 5-8
outputs ................................................................... 1-2 restart .....................................................................A-2
over-range.............................................................. 6-5 routine maintenance............................................... 7-1
alarm ................................................................... iii RS485 .................................................................... 1-2
condition ........................................................... 5-2
oxygen ................. iii, 1-2, 1-3, 1-4, 2-2, 2-3, 5-4, 6-4, S
7-1, A-2, B-2 safety ........................................................................iv
sealing device ........................................................ 1-4
P
secondary higher-power relay......................... 4-2, 4-6
parity bits ............................................................... 6-1 self test................................................................... 5-1
password ................................................................ 5-9 sensor(s).....................1-4, 4-2, 4-5, 4-6, 4-8, 4-9, 5-1,
phosphine.........................................1-3, 2-2, 6-4, B-2 5-2, 5-5, 7-1, 7-2, 9-1, B-2
PLC...................................................................... 4-14 ATEX-certified ................................................. 1-4
poured wire seal..................................................... 4-2 BBIR................................................................. 6-2
power ............... 1-1, 4-1, 4-2, 4-4, 4-5, 4-6, 4-8, 4-14, board ..........................................4-15, 6-1, 6-9, 7-2
4-16, 5-1, 5-17, 6-5, 7-2, 8-4 calibration service to ........................................... iii
AC and DC in same conduit ............................. 4-1 catalytic............................................................. 7-1
supply......................................................... 1-1, 4-5 combustible.............................................. 5-7, 5-15
wire recommendations ...................................... 4-1 error ........................................................... 5-2, 8-2
wiring, J1 .......................................................... 4-4 handling ............................................................ 7-1
pressure.................................................................. 7-1 head...................................................4-5, 4-15, 6-9
range ................................................................. 1-2 maximum distance ............................................ 4-5
program mode........................................................ 5-3 openings.............................................................. iii
Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) .................A-2 ranges......................................................... 1-3, 2-2
programming remote ........................................................ 4-2, 4-5
access code........................................................ 5-9 replacement....................................................... 7-2
mode ........... 5-3, 5-4, 5-5, 5-6, 5-7, 5-8, 5-9, 5-10, resolution .......................................................... 2-2
5-11, 5-12, 5-13, 5-14, 5-16 span............................................................ 5-3, 5-9
protection class ...................................................... 2-3 specifications .................................................... 2-3
protocol.................................................................. 6-7 storing ............................................................... 7-1
public 485 GND .................................................... 4-4 supported .......................................................... 2-2
pumps ............................................................. 1-1, 9-1 type .....................................................2-2, 5-3, 5-5
push button operation ............................................ 5-9 wiring, J3 .......................................................... 4-5
serial bus
Q abnormal behavior ............................................ 6-1
qualified personnel .................................... iv, 7-2, 9-2 setpoint ............................................... 5-10, 5-11, D-3
setting compound................................................... 1-4
R setup menu...................................................... 5-5, 5-6
shielded cable ..........................................4-1, 4-5, 4-8
real time clock .............. 5-12, 5-17, 6-2, 6-6, 8-4, A-2
shielding ..................................................4-2, 4-5, 4-9
reed switch........................................2-4, 5-3, 5-5, 8-2
screw................................................................. 4-2
location ............................................................. 2-4
signal outputs......................................................... 1-2
register 40102 ........................................................ 6-2
signal wire ............................................................. 4-4
register 40202 ........................................................ 6-2
recommendations .............................................. 4-1
relay board ...................................................... 1-1, 4-2
silicone compound vapors ....................................... iii
relays ..........................................iii, 1-1, 1-2, 4-6, B-2
silicone vapors ......................................................... iii
contact capacity ................................................ 1-2
siren ................................................................ 4-2, 4-6
driving loads ..................................................... 4-2
slave address................................................. 4-14, 6-8
non-latching ...................................................... 4-2
slave units .............................................................. 6-1
user-programmable ........................................... 1-2
SMART sensor ...................................................... 8-2
remote sensor.................................................. 4-6, 4-8
error .................................................................. 5-2
Remote Terminal Unit (RTU) ....................... 6-1, A-2
SO2.........................................................................A-2
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span gas ......................... 1-1, 5-3, 5-7, 5-15, 5-17, 8-3

concentration........... 1-1, 5-8, 5-15, 5-16, 5-17, 8-3 U
option ....................................................... 5-8, 5-15 U-bolts ............................................................ 3-1, 3-2
value.................................................................. 5-5 UL Std No. 1203.................................................... 1-3
span reserve .... 5-5, 5-9, 5-16, 5-17, 6-2, 7-2, 8-3, 8-4 UL Std No. 1604.................................................... 1-3
BBIR................................................................. 6-8 UL Std No. 916...................................................... 1-3
span setting ................................................... 5-7, 5-15 user-programmable relays ..................................... 1-2
span value ............................................5-8, 5-15, 5-16
aborting ........................................................... 5-16 V
changing............................................................ 5-8
vibrating sources.................................................... 3-1
roll over............................................................. 5-8
specifications ...........................................1-1, 1-2, 2-2 W
sensors .............................................................. 2-3
splashguard ............................................................ 7-2 wall mounting................................................. 3-1, 3-2
SPST relays ................................................... 1-2, A-2 warm-up period ..................................................... 5-1
stainless steel ......................................................... 1-2 warning lights ........................................................ 1-1
standards warranty................................................................. 9-1
Canadian ........................................................... 1-3 watchdog reset ....................................................... 6-5
US ..................................................................... 1-3 water ...................................................................... 7-2
start bits ................................................................. 6-1 windowed top ........................................4-1, 4-16, 5-9
start-up............................................................ 5-1, 6-5 wiring...................................... 2-5, 4-1, 4-2, 4-6, 4-16
status bit.................5-4, 5-6, 5-7, 5-8, 5-9, 5-10, 5-11, chassis ground................................................... 4-1
5-12, 5-13, 5-14, 5-15, 5-16 colors ................................................................ 4-1
flashing ...................................................... 5-7, 5-8 input sensors ..................................................... 4-1
stop bits.................................................................. 6-1 supply power..................................................... 4-1
strobe .............................................................. 4-2, 4-6 terminals .................................................... 4-4, 4-5
sulfur dioxide...........................1-3, 2-2, 6-4, A-2, B-2 wiring diagrams
switch bank dual on-board sensors ....................................... 4-9
location ........................................................... 4-14 dual remote sensors......................................... 4-13
setting addresses ............................................. 4-15 ModBus interface............................................ 4-14
one on-board and one remote sensor............... 4-11
T remote sensor .................................................... 4-7
remote sensors back to iTrans......................... 4-10
technical support.................................................... 6-2
single on-board sensor ...................................... 4-6
temperature ............................................................ 7-1
www.modbus.org .................................................. 6-7
range ................................................................. 1-2
terminal blocks ............................................... 4-5, 4-6 Z
terminating resistor ......................................... 4-8, 6-7
TIA/EIA-485 ......................................................... 6-1 zero time ...........................................5-5, 6-2, 7-2, 8-4
time, setting ......................................................... 5-11 BBIR................................................................. 6-8
timers ........................... 5-4, 5-6, 5-8, 5-13, 5-14, 5-16 zero air................................................................... 5-7
toxic ................................................................ 1-2, 2-3 zero routine, canceling........................................... 5-6
transmission mode ................................................. 6-1 zeroing ... 5-3, 5-6, 5-7, 5-13, 5-14, 5-17, 7-2, 8-2, 8-3
transmitter............................................... 4-1, 5-9, B-2 error ........................................................... 5-2, 8-2
troubleshooting ...................................................... 8-1 two methods...................................................... 5-3
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FIXED POINT

SINGLE OR DUAL GAS MONITOR WITH

Part Number: 77023554

iTrans™ is a trademark of Industrial Scientific Corporation.

Industrial Scientific Corporation Phone: 412-788-4353

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Warnings and Cautionary Statements

CAUTION: Failure to perform certain procedures or note certain conditions may

CALIBRATION ALERT: Gas detection instruments are potential life-saving

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5.6.2. Entering Programming Mode and Selecting a Channel....................................... 5-9

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CHAPTER 2: HARDWARE OVERVIEW

CHAPTER 6: MODBUS INTERFACE

APPENDIX A: ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS

APPENDIX B: DECIMAL, BINARY, AND HEXADECIMAL EQUIVALENTS

APPENDIX D: FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS

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1.1. Overview of the iTrans™ Gas Monitor

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Table 1-1. Specifications for the iTrans™ Monitor

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Table 1-2. Sensor Ranges

1.3. Agency Approvals - CSA

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• CSA Std C22.2 No. 213-M1987-Non-incendive Electrical Equipment for

1.4. Special Instructions for Safe Use (EU)

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2.1. Main Electronics Unit (Housing)

NOTE: Dimensions are in inches.

Figure 2-1. Details of a Single-Gas iTrans™ Gas Monitor

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Table 2-2. Sensor Specifications

Figure 2-2. The iTrans™ Display (Dual-Gas Monitor Shown)

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2.4. Inputs – Intrusive and Non-Intrusive

Figure 2-3. Locations of iTrans™ Input Keys and Reed Switches

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2.5. Electronics Modules

Figure 2-4. Electronics Module for iTrans™ (Main Unit)

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Figure 2-5. Electronics Board for iTrans™ Remote Sensor

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3.2. Installation Considerations

IMPORTANT: The iTrans™ gas monitor must not be installed on vibrating or

3.3. Wall Mounting

3.4. Column Mounting

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Figure 3-1. Mounting the iTrans™ Gas Monitor on a Wall

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4.2. Wiring Preparation

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IMPORTANT: Use of this product in areas where it may be subject to large

4.3. Alarm Relay Wiring (J1, J5, and J6)