Model PM4-SSI Synchronous Serial Interface Panel Mount Display/Controller Operation and Instruction Manual

Model PM4-SSI
Synchronous Serial Interface

Panel Mount Display/Controller
Operation and Instruction Manual
AMALGAMATED INSTRUMENT CO PTY LTD ACN: 001 589 439

Unit 5, 28 Leighton Place Hornsby Telephone: +61 2 9476 2244 e-mail: [email protected]
NSW 2077 Australia Facsimile: +61 2 9476 2902 Internet: www.aicpl.com.au
Table of Contents
1 Introduction 3
2 Mechanical Installation 4
3 Electrical installation 5
4 Function tables - summary of setup functions 8
5 Explanation of functions 12
6 BCD Converter Input Functions 33
7 Specifications 35
8 Guarantee and service 36
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1 Introduction
This manual contains information for the installation and operation of the PM4-SSI monitor.
The input to this instrument is a Synchronous Serial Interface (SSI) up to 31 bits of binary or
Gray code, user selectable. The SSI data transmission is initiated by clock pulses generated by
the PM4 monitor. Typical SSI output devices include absolute position encoders and distance
measuring equipment. Data transmission distances of up to 1.2km are possible when using SSI
data communications.
The display can be scaled in engineering units e.g. mm by one of three methods:
1. By entering values at the INPt and SCLE functions, These values work together with the
output value from the encoder in a formula used to calculate the required display scaling.
See functions 5.28 and 5.29.
2. By the U.SCL method which allows the encoder to be zeroed or assigned a preset value in one
position then moved to a known position and its value for this position entered (see U.SCL
function 5.33). The ability to use external switch with front P and F buttons makes this
method most useful where the scaling is to be changed frequently.
3. By entering the values required at two known points (see USER SCLE function 5.37). This
method also allows the use of a calibration offset.
The PM4-SSI may also be used with models RM-BC and RM4-BC BCD to SSI converters. When
used with one of these converters a BCD input is converted to an SSI output which is then inter-
preted by the PM4-SSI. The SEt OPER setup function is used to select the input type required.
If the input from a general SSI output device then select SSI at this function. If the input is from
model RM-BC or RM4-BC then there is a choice of either 8 bit BCD (bc 8) or 24 bit BCD (bc
24). Refer to Chapter 6 for a description of functions seen when in the bc 8 or bc 24 modes.
Scaling and setup of the PM4 monitor are all accomplished by push button operation. On screen
prompts are given for each function to assist in setting up the instrument. Some changes may
require dismantling the instrument to alter PCB links.
An inbuilt relay provides an alarm/control function, optional relays (giving up to 7 in total),
optically isolated analog or digital re-transmission (including scaled pulse re-transmission) and
excitation voltage may also be provided.
Unless otherwise specified at the time of order, your PM4 has been factory set to a standard
configuration, see the function table for your selected mode for default settings.
Full electrical isolation between power supply, input voltage and re-transmission output is provided
by the PM4, thereby eliminating grounding and common voltage problems. This isolation feature
makes the PM4 ideal for interfacing to computers, PLCs and other data acquisition devices.
The PM4 series of Panel Mount Monitors are designed for high reliability in industrial applications.
The high brightness LED display provides good visibility, even in areas with high ambient light
levels.
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2 Mechanical Installation
Choose a mounting position as far away as possible from sources of electrical noise such as motors,
generators, fluorescent lights, high voltage cables/bus bars etc. An IP65 access cover which may
be installed on the panel and surrounds is available as an option to be used when mounting the
instrument in damp/dusty positions. A wall mount case is available, as an option, for situations
in which panel mounting is either not available or not appropriate. A portable carry case is also
available, as an option, for panel mount instruments.
Prepare a panel cut out of 45mm x 92mm +1 mm / 0 mm (see diagram below). Insert the
instrument into the cut out from the front of the panel. From the rear of the instrument fit the
two mounting brackets into the recess provided (see diagram below). Whilst holding the bracket
in place, tighten the securing screws being careful not to over-tighten, as this may damage the
instrument. Hint: use the elastic band provided to hold the mounting bracket in place whilst
tightening securing screws.
Vertical mounting
(bar graph displays)
Horizontal mounting 45mm
92mm
45mm PANEL CUT OUT PANEL

CUT 92mm
OUT
9.5mm
Mounting bracket max
115mm (2 off) 9mm
10mm
48mm 44mm
91mm
53mm 111mm 96mm
104mm
3 Electrical installation
3.1 Electrical installation
The PM4 Panel Meter is designed for continuous operation and no power switch is fitted to the
unit. It is recommended that an external switch and fuse be provided to allow the unit to be
removed for servicing.
The plug in, screw type, terminal blocks allow for wires of up to 2.5mm2 to be fitted. Connect the
wires to the appropriate terminals as indicated below. Refer to connection details provided in this
chapter to confirm proper selection of voltage, polarity and input type before applying power to
the instrument.
When power is applied the instrument will cycle through a display sequence indicating the software
version and other status information, this indicates that the instrument is functioning. Acknowl-
edgement of correct operation may be obtained by applying an appropriate input to the instrument
and observing the reading. The use of screened cable is recommended for signal inputs.
For connection details of optional outputs refer to the separate PM4 Panel Meter Optional Output
Addendum booklet supplied when options are fitted.
3.2 Electrical connection examples
If output options are fitted refer to the PM4 Panel Meter Optional Output Addendum booklet
for connection details.
AC power connections - supply type is factory configured, check before connecting
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Active
Neutral
Case earth
DC power connections (12 to 48VDC) - supply type is factory configured, check before connecting
Clock and signal connections between sensor and display
Maximum cable length: Maximum cable length is normally determined by the device being connected
to the PM4. Consult the handbook for the SSI device used for details of maximum cable length.
Notes: Twisted pair cable must be used for clock and data. refer to the SSI RAtE function for
details of clock frequency settings which may be required for long cable lengths and to the section
on link settings below.
3.3 Input Board Link Settings
Two links are fitted to the input board, these are LK1 and LK2. These links are used to bring
terminating resistors for the clock and data lines into or out of circuit. For long cable runs these
links should be in. The links are located close to the DATA A and B connector on the input circuit
board.
3.4 Input Output Configuration
If you need to alter the input or output configuration link settings proceed as follows:
1. Remove the plug in terminals

from the rear of the instrument
2. Remove the 4 x self tapping screws from

the back cover then remove the back cover
by pulling it away from the instrument
3. Remove the earth screw which passes

through the underside of the case then
slide out the board or boards
Remove earth screw

which passes through the
case then slide out
the printed circuit board
4. Configure the PCB links as requred, see appropriate chapter
5. Slide PCB back into case
6. Replace the earth screw which passes through the case
7. Refit the back cover and fix with the self tapping screws
8. Plug the terminal strips back into the rear of the instrument
4 Function tables - summary of setup functions
Note: the order in which the functions appear on the display may not be exactly as shown below.
The availability and order of functions is determined by choice of function settings and options
fitted.
Functions in this first table are available in FUNC or CAL mode
Display Function Range Default Your Ref/Page

record
AxLo Low setpoint value for Any display OFF See 5.1 / 14
designated alarm relay x value or OFF 4.1
AxHi High setpoint value for Any display OFF See 5.2 / 14
designated alarm relay x value or OFF 4.1
AxHY Hysteresis value for the 0 to 9999 10 See 5.3 / 15
designated alarm relay x. 4.1
Axtt Trip time delay for the 0 to 9999 0 See 5.4 / 15
Axrt Reset time delay for the 0 to 9999 0 See 5.5 / 16
Axn.o Alarm relay x action to Axn.o or Axn.o See 5.6 / 16
or normally open (de-energised) or Axn.c 4.1
Axn.c normally closed (energised)
AxSP Relay operation independent AxSP or AxSP See 5.7 / 16
or setpoint or trailing setpoint Axt1 etc. 4.1
Axt1 ( Optional)
etc.
P.SEt Preset value Any display 0 5.8 / 17
value
brGt Display brightness level 1 to 15 15 5.9 / 17
duLL Display remote brightness 0 to 15 1 5.10 / 17
switching
bAr_ Bargraph low value (seen only Any display 0 5.11 / 18
on bargraph display value
instruments)
bAr~ Bargraph high value (seen only Any display 1000 5.12 / 18
on bargraph display value
instruments)
( Optional)this function will only be accessible if the relevant option is fitted
Functions in this second table are available only in CAL mode or if ACCS is set to ALL
Display Function Range Default Your Ref/Page

record
bAr Bargraph type for instruments bAr, S.dot, bAr 5.13 / 18
tYPE with bargraph display (seen d.dot,
only on bargraph display C.bAR or
instruments) r.dot
dGOP Digital output option mode bcd, b.SCL, bin2 5.14 / 19
( Optional) bin or bin2
dG.OP Digital output option polarity AIo or AHi AIo 5.15 / 20
( Optional)
bcd Digital output option BCD start 0, 1 or 2 0 5.16 / 20
Strt position ( Optional)
diG_ Digital output option low value Any display 0 5.17 / 20
( Optional) value
diG~ Digital output option high value Any display 1000 5.18 / 20
( Optional) value
REC_ Analog output option low Any display 0 5.19 / 21
display value ( Optional) value
REC~ Analog output option high Any display 1000 5.20 / 21
display value ( Optional) value
drnd Display rounding 1 to 5000 1 5.21 / 21
dCPt Decimal point 0, 0.1 etc. 0 5.22 / 22
FLtr Digital filter 0 to 8 2 5.23 / 22
P.but P button function NONE, Hi, NONE 5.24 / 22
Lo, HILo,
ZERO or
P.SEt
R.INP Remote input (external NONE, NONE 5.25 / 23
input)function P.HLd,
d.HLd, Hi,
Lo , HiLo,
ZERO,
SP.Ac,
No.Ac, CAL.S
, P.SEt or
duLL
ACCS Access mode OFF, EASY, OFF 5.26 / 24
NONE or ALL
SPAC Setpoint access mode A1, A1-2 etc. A1 5.27 / 24
( Optional)
INPt Display input scaling factor 1 to any 1 5.28 / 24
positive display
value
SCLE Display scaling factor 1 to any 1 5.29 / 25
display value
SSI Number of input bits 1 to 31 1 5.30 / 25
bits
SIGN Sign bit on or OFF OFF 5.31 / 26
SSI SSI code type bin or GRAY bin 5.32 / 26
CodE
U.SCL User simple scaling method on or OFF OFF 5.33 / 26
dISP Display update rate 1, 2, 4, 8, 16 4 5.34 / 27
RAtE or 32
CLr Clear zero n/a n/a 5.35 / 27
ZERO
CLr Clear user scale operation n/a n/a 5.36 / 28
U.SCL
USER Two point live input scaling on or OFF OFF 5.37 / 28
SCLE
CAL1 First live input calibration Any display n/a 5.38 / 28
scaling point value
CAL2 First live input calibration Any display n/a 5.39 / 29
scaling point value
CAL Calibration offset Any display n/a 5.40 / 29
OFSt value
SEt Set display operation SSI, bc 8 or SSI 5.41 / 30
OPER bc24
SSI SSI clock frequency Lo or Hi Hi 5.42 / 30
RAtE
bAUd Baud rate for serial 300, 600, 9600 5.43 / 30
RAtE communications ( Optional) 1200, 2400,
4800, 9600,
19.2 or 38.4
PrtY Parity for serial communications NONE, EUEN NONE 5.44 / 30
( Optional) or odd
O.Put Output for serial dISP, Cont, Cont 5.45 / 31
communications ( Optional) POLL, A.buS
or M.buS
Addr Instrument address for serial 0 to 31 0 5.46 / 31
communications ( Optional)
4.1 Relay table
Record your relay settings in the table below
Display Relay 1 Relay 2 Relay 3 Relay 4 Relay 5 Relay 6 Relay 7

AxLo
AxHi
AxHY
Axtt
Axrt
Axn.o or Axn.c
AxSP or Axt1 etc. n/a
5 Explanation of functions
The PM4 setup and calibration functions are configured through a push button sequence. The
three push buttons located at the rear of the instrument (also at the front on some display options)
are used to alter settings. Two basic access modes are available:
FUNC mode (simple push button sequence) allows access to commonly set up functions such as
alarm setpoints.
CAL mode (power up sequence plus push button sequence) allows access to all functions including
calibration parameters.
Once CAL or FUNC mode has been entered you can step through the functions, by pressing and
releasing the F push button, until the required function is reached. Changes to functions are made
by pressing the or push button (in some cases both simultaneously) when the required function is
reached. See the flow chart example on the following page.
Entering CAL Mode Entering FUNC Mode
P F
1. Remove power from
the instrument. Hold in the F
button and reapply power.
The display will briefly indicate
No special power up procedure
CAL as part of the is required to enter FUNC mode.
"wake up messages" when
the CAL message is seen
you can release the
button. Move to step 2 below.
P F P F
2. When the "wake up" 1. When the "wake up"

messages have finished messages have finished
and the display has settled and the display has settled
down to its normal reading down to its normal reading
press, then release the press, then release the
F button. F button.
Move to step 3 below.
P F
3. Within 2 seconds of P F 2. Within 2 seconds of
releasing the F button releasing the F button
press, then release press, then release
the ^ and
^
the ^ and buttons
^
buttons
together. The display will together. The display will
now indicate FUNC followed now indicate FUNC followed
by the first function. by the first function.
Note: If step 1 above has been completed then the

instrument will remain in this CAL mode state until
power is removed. i.e. there is no need to repeat step 1
when accessing function unless power has been removed.
Example: Entering FUNC mode to change alarm 1 high function A1Hi from OFF to 100
Press & release F Press & release Press & release

then press ^v F U N C F until A 1 H i O F F ^ until
Press & release Press & release

1 0 0 F P or F until F U N C E n d
Example: Entering CAL mode to change decimal point function dCPt from 0 to 0.02
Switch off Press & hold Switch on

instrument F instrument
Hold F until
C A L Release F
Press & release F Press & release Press & release

then press ^v F U N C F until d C P t 0 ^ until
Press & release Press & release

.0 0 2 F P or F until F U N C E n d
Easy alarm relay adjustment access facility

The display has an easy alarm access facility which allows access to the alarm setpoints simply by
pressing the F button at the front or rear of the instrument. The first setpoint will then appear
and changes to this setpoint may be made to this setpoint via the ^ or v buttons. Press the
F button to accept any changes or to move on to the next setpoint. Note: this easy access also
functions in the same manner for the PI control setpoint (relay and/or analog PI output) if PI
control is available. The instrument must be set in the manner described below to allow the easy
access facility to work:
1. The R.INP function must be set to SPAC or the ACCS function must be set to EASY.
2. At least one alarm must have a setpoint, nothing will happen if all the alarm setpoints are
set to OFF.
3. The SPAC function must be set to allow access to the relays required e.g. if set to A1-2
then the easy access will work only with alarm relays 1 and 2 even if more relays are fitted.
4. The instrument must be in normal measure mode i.e. if the instrument is powered up so that
it is in CAL mode then the easy access will not function. If in doubt remove power from the
instrument, wait for a few seconds then apply power again.
5. If the easy access facility is used then the only way to view or alter any other function
settings is to power up via CAL mode i.e. there is no entry to FUNC mode functions unless
the instrument is powered up in CAL mode.
5.1 Alarm relay low setpoint
Display: AxLo
Range: Any display value or OFF
Default Value: OFF
Displays and sets the low setpoint value for the designated alarm relay x. Note x will be replaced
by the relay number when displayed e.g. A1Lo for relay 1. Use this low setpoint function if a
relay operation is required when the display value becomes equal to or less than the low setpoint
value. To set a low alarm value go to the AxLo function and use the ^ or v push buttons to set
the value required then press F to accept this value. The low alarm setpoint may be disabled by
pressing the ^ and v push buttons simultaneously. When the alarm is disabled the display will
indicate OFF. If the relay is allocated both a low and high setpoint then the relay will activate
when the value displayed moves outside the band set by the low and high setpoints. The value at
which the relay will reset is controlled by the AxHY function.
Example:
If A1Lo is set to 10 then relay 1 will activate when the display value is 10 or less.
Display Value
Relay
resets
Relay above this
activates value
AxLo at this value
plus or below
AxHY
AxHY value
AxLo
Alarm low operation with hysteresis Time
5.2 Alarm relay high setpoint
Display: AxHi
Range: Any display value or OFF
Default Value: OFF
Displays and sets the high setpoint value for the designated alarm relay x. Note x will be replaced
by the relay number when displayed e.g. A1Hi for relay 1. Use this high setpoint function if a
relay operation is required when the display value becomes equal to or more than the low setpoint
value. To set a high alarm value go to the AxHi function and use the ^ or v push buttons to
set the value required then press F to accept this value. The high alarm setpoint may be disabled
by pressing the ^ and v push buttons simultaneously. When the alarm is disabled the display
will indicate OFF. If the relay is allocated both a low and high setpoint then the relay will activate
when the value displayed moves outside the band set by the low and high setpoints. The value at
which the relay will reset is controlled by the AxHY function.
Example:
If A1Hi is set to 100 then relay 1 will activate when the display value is 100 or higher.
Display Value
AxHi
AxHY value
AxHi
minus Relay
AxHY activates
at this value Relay
or above resets
below this
value
Alarm high operation with hysteresis Time
5.3 Alarm relay hysteresis (deadband)
Display: AxHY
Range: 0 to 9999
Default Value: 10
Displays and sets the alarm relay hysteresis limit for the designated relay x. Note x will be replaced
by the relay number when displayed e.g. A1HY for relay 1. To set a relay hysteresis value go to the
AxHY function and use the ^ or v push buttons to set the value required then press F to accept
this value. The hysteresis value is common to both high and low setpoint values. The hysteresis
value may be used to prevent too frequent operation of the relay when the measured value is rising
and falling around setpoint value. e.g. if A1HY is set to zero the alarm will activate when the
display value reaches the alarm setpoint (for high alarm) and will reset when the display value falls
below the setpoint, this can result in repeated on/off switching of the relay at around the setpoint
value.
The hysteresis setting operates as follows: In the high alarm mode, once the alarm is activated
the input must fall below the setpoint value minus the hysteresis value to reset the alarm. e.g. if
A1Hi is to 50.0 and A1Hy is set to 3.0 then the setpoint output relay will activate once the
display value goes to 50.0 or above and will reset when the display value goes below 47.0 i.e. at
46.9 or below. In the low alarm mode, once the alarm is activated the input must rise above the
setpoint value plus the hysteresis value to reset the alarm. e.g. if A1Lo is to 20.0 and A1Hy
is set to 10.0 then the alarm output relay will activate when the display value falls to 20.0 or
below and will reset when the display value goes above 30.0 i.e at 30.1 or above. The hysteresis
units are expressed in displayed engineering units.
Example: If A1Hi is set to 100 and A1HY is set to 10 then relay 1 will activate when the
display value is 100 or higher and will reset at a display value of 89 or lower.
5.4 Alarm relay trip time
Display: Axtt
Range: 0 to 9999
Default Value: 0
Displays and sets the alarm trip time in seconds. The trip time is common for both alarm high and
low setpoint values. The trip time provides a time delay before the alarm relay will activate when
an alarm condition is present. The alarm condition must be present continuously for the whole trip
time period before the alarm will activate. If the input moves out of alarm condition during this
period the timer will reset and the full time delay will be restored. This trip time delay is useful
for preventing an alarm trip due to short non critical deviations from setpoint. The trip time is
selectable over 0 to 9999 seconds. To set a trip time value go to the Axtt function and use the
^ or v push buttons to set the value required then press F to accept this value.
Example: If A1tt is set to 5 seconds then the display must indicate an alarm value for a full 5
seconds before relay 1 will activate.
5.5 Alarm relay reset time
Display: Axrt
Range: 0 to 9999
Default Value: 0
Displays and sets the alarm reset delay time in seconds. The reset time is common for both alarm
high and low setpoint values. With the alarm condition is removed the alarm relay will stay in
its alarm condition for the time selected as the reset time. If the input moves back into alarm
condition during this period the timer will reset and the full time delay will be restored. The reset
time is selectable over 0 to 9999 seconds. To set a reset time value go to the Axrt function and
use the ^ or v push buttons to set the value required then press F to accept this value.
Example: If A1rt is set to 10 seconds then the resetting of alarm relay 1 will be delayed by 10
seconds.
5.6 Alarm relay normally open/closed
Display: Axn.o or Axn.c

Range: Axn.o or Axn.c
Default Value: Axn.o
Displays and sets the setpoint alarm relay x action to normally open (de-energised) or normally
closed (energised), when no alarm condition is present. Since the relay will always open when power
is removed a normally closed alarm is often used to provide a power failure alarm indication. To
set the alarm relay for normally open or closed go to the Axn.o or Axn.c function and use the ^
or v push buttons to set the required operation then press F to accept this selection. Example:
If set to A1n.o alarm relay 1 will be open circuit when the display is outside alarm condition and
will be closed (short circuit across terminals) when the display is in alarm condition.
5.7 Alarm relay setpoint or trailing operation
Display: AxSP or Axt1 etc.

Range: AxSP or Axt1 etc.
Default Value: AxSP
Relay operation independent setpoint or trailing setpoint, this function will not be seen unless
extra optional relays are fitted. Each alarm relay, except relay 1, may be programmed to operate
with an independent setpoint value or may be linked to operate at a fixed difference to another
relay setpoint, known as trailing operation. The operation is as follows:
Alarm 1 (AI) is always independent. Alarm 2 (A2) may be independent or may be linked to
Alarm 1. Alarm 3 (A3) may be independent or may be linked to Alarm 1 or Alarm 2. Alarm 4
(A4) may be independent or may be linked to Alarm 1, Alarm 2 or Alarm 3. The operation of
each alarm is selectable by selecting, for example, (Alarm 4) A4.SP = Alarm 4 normal setpoint
or A4.t1 = Alarm 4 trailing Alarm 1 or A4.t2 = Alarm 4 trailing Alarm 2 or A4.t3 = Alarm
4 trailing Alarm 3. For trailing set points the setpoint value is entered as the difference from the
setpoint being trailed. If the trailing setpoint is to operate ahead of the prime setpoint then the
value is entered as a positive number and if operating behind the prime setpoint then the value is
entered as a negative number.
Example: With Alarm 2 set to trail alarm 1, if A1Hi is set to 1000 and A2Hi is set to 50
then Alarm 1 will activate at 1000 and alarm 2 will activate at 1050 (i.e. 1000 + 50). If Alarm
2 had been set at -50 then alarm 2 would activate at 950 (i.e. 1000 50).
5.8 Preset value
Display: P.SEt
Range: Any display value
Default Value: 0
Displays and sets the preset value, this function will not be seen unless either the R.INP or P.SEt
function is set to P.SEt. The preset value can be used via the remote input or the front panel P
button to force the display to go to the preset value. A change in the input value will then cause
the display to rise or fall from the preset value. To use the remote input to operate the preset
functions set the R.INP value to P.SEt. To use the P button to operate the preset function set
the P.but function to P.SEt.
5.9 Display brightness
Display: brGt
Range: 1 to 15
Default Value: 15
Displays and sets the digital display brightness. The display brightness is selectable from 1 to 15,
where 1 = lowest intensity and 15 = highest intensity. This function is useful for improving the
display readability in dark areas or to reduce the power consumption of the instrument. See also
the duLL function. To set brightness level go to the brGt function and use the ^ or v push
buttons to set the value required then press F to accept this value.
5.10 Display remote brightness switching
Display: duLL
Range: 0 to 15
Default Value: 1
Displays and sets the level for remote input brightness switching, see R.INP function. When a
remote input is set to duLL the remote input can be used to switch between the display brightness
level set by the brGt function 5.9 and the display brightness set by the duLL function. The
display dull level is selectable from 0 to 15, where 0 = lowest intensity and 15 = highest intensity.
This function is useful in reducing glare when the display needs to be viewed in both light and
dark ambient light levels. To set dull level go to the duLL function and use the ^ or v push
buttons to set the value required then press F to accept this value.
Example: With duLL set to 4 and brGt set to 15 and the R.INP function set to duLL the
display brightness will change from the 15 level to 4 when a switch connected to the remote input
terminals is activated.
5.11 Bargraph low value
Display: bAr_
Default Value: 0
Seen only in bargraph display instruments. Displays and sets the bar graph low value i.e. the value
on the 7 segment display at which the bargraph will start to rise. This may be independently set
anywhere within the display range of the instrument. Note: The bAr_ and bAr~ settings are
referenced from the 7 segment display readings, not the bargraph scale values. The bargraph scale
may scaled differently to the 7 segment display. For example the bargraph scale may be indicating
percentage fill of a tank whilst the 7 segment display is indicating actual process units. To set
bargraph low level go to the bAr_ function and use the ^ or v push buttons to set the value
required then press F to accept this value.
5.12 Bargraph high value
Display: bAr~
Default Value: 1000
Seen only in bargraph display instruments. Displays and sets the bar graph high value i.e. the value
on the 7 segment display at which the bargraph will reach its maximum indication (e.g. all LEDs
illuminated). May be independently set anywhere within the display range of the instrument. To
set bargraph high level go to the bAr~ function and use the ^ or v push buttons to set the
value required then press F to accept this value.
5.13 Bargraph type for instruments with bargraph display
Display: bAr tYPE

Range: bAr, S.dot, d.dot, C.bAR or r.dot
Default Value: bAr
Bar graph display operation mode - seen only in vertical or circular bargraph display instruments.
Allows selection of bargraph operation mode. Choices available are:
bAr - conventional solid bargraph display i.e. all LEDs illuminated when at full scale. When
scaling the display use the bAr_ and bAr~ functions e.g. bAr_ = 0 and bAr~ =
100 will give a bargraph with no segments lit at a 7 segment display reading of 0 and all
segments lit with a 7 segment display reading of 100.
S.dot - single dot display. A single segment will be lit to indicate the input readings position
on the scale. When scaling the display use the bAr_ and bAr~ functions e.g. bAr_
= 0 and bAr~ = 100 will give a bargraph with the bottom segment lit at a 7 segment
display reading of 0 and the top segment lit with a 7 segment display reading of 100. Note:
this could also be set up as a centre zero single dot display by entering a negative value and
positive value. e.g. bAr_ = -100, bAr~ = 100.
d.dot - double dot display. Two segments will be lit to indicate the input reading position
on the scale. The reading should be taken from the middle of the two segments. When scaling
the display use the bAr_ and bAr~ functions e.g. bAr_ = 0 and bAr~ = 100 will
give a bargraph with the bottom two segments lit at a 7 segment display reading of 0 and
the top two segments lit with a 7 segment display reading of 100. Note: this could also be
set up as a centre zero double dot display by entering a negative value and positive value.
e.g. bAr_ = -100, bAr~ = 100.
C.bAr - centre bar display. The display will be a solid bargraph but will have its zero point
in the middle of the display. If the seven segment display value is positive the bargraph will
rise. If the seven segment display value is negative then the bargraph will fall. When scaling
the display use the bAr_ and bAr~ functions e.g. bAr_ = 0 and bAr~ = 100
will give a bargraph with all the bottom half segments lit at a 7 segment display reading of
-100 and all the top segments lit with a 7 segment display reading of 100.
r.dot - modulus or wrap around single dot bargraph. This mode of operation allows the
bargraph to wrap around the limits set by the bAr_ and bAr~ functions by dividing
the 7 segment display by the modulus (the modulus is the difference between 0 and bAr~
) and displaying the remainder. For example if bAr_ is set to 0 and bAr~ is set to
10 then in other bargaph modes when the 7 segment display reads a value such as 25 the
bargraph would be stuck at the high limit of its travel since it cannot go beyond 10. In
r.dot mode the display will wrap around at 10 then continue up the bar again and will be
at the midpoint of the bargraph when the 7 segment display shows 25 (as it would for a 7
segment display of 15, 35, etc.). In this example for a 7 segment display of 25 the value of
25 is divided by the modulus value of 10 in this example and the remainder displayed i.e. 10
goes into 25 twice with the remainder of 5 and so a bargaph position of 5 is displayed. This
mode will operate on both vertical and circular bargraph type displays.
5.14 Digital output option mode
Display: dGOP
Range: bcd, b.SCL, bin or bin2
Default Value: bin2
Seen only with the 16 bit digital output option. Refer to the separate PM4 Panel Meter Optional
Output Addendum booklet supplied when this option is fitted. Selections available are: bin2
(signed binary) i.e. -32767 to 32767, bin (unsigned binary) i.e. 0 to 65535, b.SCL (scaled binary,
see diG_ and diG~ below), bcd (binary coded decimal) i.e. up to four BCD numbers. .
5.15 Digital output option polarity
Display: dG.OP
Range: AIo or AHi
Default Value: AIo
Output Addendum booklet supplied when this option is fitted. Selections available are: AIo
(active low i.e. logic 1 = 0V output, logic 0 = +V output) or AHi (active high i.e. logic 1 = +V
output, logic 0 = 0V output).
5.16 Digital output option BCD start position
Display: bcd Strt

Range: 0, 1 or 2
Default Value: 0
Output Addendum booklet supplied when this option is fitted. This function affects BCD mode
only and determines the number of digits to skip when outputting from the display. As the output
is 16 bit it can output up to 4 BCD numbers. Select from 0 to number of display digits minus 4.
e.g. for a 6 digit display you may select 0 to 2, if 2 is selected then the four left most digits will
be output, if set to 0 then the four right most digits will be output.
5.17 Digital output option low value
Display: diG_
Default Value: 0
Output Addendum booklet supplied when this option is fitted. Accepts any valid display value.
Determines the low scaling point for the b.SCL mode and has no effect on other modes. See
example which follows in 5.18.
5.18 Digital output option high value
Display: diG~
Default Value: 1000
Output Addendum booklet supplied when this option is fitted. Determines the high scaling point
for the b.SCL mode and has no effect on other modes.
Example: If diG_ is set to 0 and diG~ is set to 65535 (216 1) then the retransmission
will not be scaled i.e. a display of 2 will cause a retransmission of 2. If diG~ is now changed to
32767 (215 1) then a display of 2 will cause a retransmission of 4 (note: rounding may occur
on retransmission).
5.19 Analog output option low value
Display: REC_
Default Value: 0
Seen only when analog retransmission option fitted. Refer to the separate PM4 Panel Meter
Optional Output Addendum booklet supplied when this option is fitted for wiring details and link
settings. Displays and sets the analog retransmission (420mA, 01V or 010V, link selectable)
output low value (4mA or 0V) in displayed engineering units. To set the analog output low value
go to the REC_ function and use the ^ or v push buttons to set the required value then press
F to accept this selection.
Example:If it is required to retransmit 4mA when the display indicates 0 then select 0 in this
function using the ^ or v button.
5.20 Analog output option high value
Display: REC~
Default Value: 1000
Seen only when analog retransmission option fitted. Refer to the separate PM4 Panel Meter
Optional Output Addendum booklet supplied when this option is fitted for wiring details and link
settings. Displays and sets the analog retransmission (420mA, 01V or 010V, link selectable)
output high display value (20mA, 1V or 10V) in displayed engineering units. To set the analog
output high value go to the REC~ function and use the ^ or v push buttons to set the required
value then press F to accept this selection.
Example: If it is required to retransmit 20mA when the display indicates 50 then select 50 in
this function using the ^ or v button.
5.21 Display rounding
Display: drnd
Range: 1 to 5000
Default Value: 1
Displays and sets the display rounding value. This value may be set to 1 - 5000 displayed units.
Display rounding is useful for reducing the instrument resolution without loss of accuracy in ap-
plications where it is undesirable to display to a fine tolerance. To set the display rounding value
go to the drnd function and use the ^ or v push buttons to set the required value then press
F to accept this selection.
Example: If set to 10 the display values will change in multiples of 10 only i.e. display moves
from 10 to 20 to 30 etc.
5.22 Decimal point
Display: dCPt
Range: 0, 0.1 etc.
Default Value: 0
Displays and sets the decimal point. By pressing the ^ or v pushbutton at the dCPt function
the decimal point position may be set. The display will indicate as follows: 0 (no decimal point),
0.1 (1 decimal place), 0.02 (2 decimal places), 0.003 (3 decimal places) and 0.0004 for display
with more than 4 digits. Note if the decimal point is altered the display will need to be recalibrated
and alarm etc. settings checked.
5.23 Digital filter
Display: FLtr
Range: 0 to 8
Default Value: 2
Displays and sets the digital filter value. Digital filtering uses a weighted average method of
determining the display value and is used for reducing display value variation due to short term
interference. The digital filter range is selectable from 0 to 8, where 0 = none and 8 = most
filtering. Use ^ or v at the FLtr function to alter the filter level if required. Note that the
higher the filter setting the longer the display may take to reach its final value when the input is
changed, similarly the relay operation and any output options will be slowed down when the filter
setting is increased. To set the digital filter value go to the FLtr function and use the ^ or v
push buttons to set the required value then press F to accept this selection.
5.24 P button function
Display: P.but
Range: NONE, Hi, Lo, HILo, ZERO or P.SEt
Default Value: NONE
P button function - The P button (5, 6 or 8 digit LED models only) may be set to operate
some of the remote input functions. With the P.SEt and ZERO functions, to prevent accidental
operation, the P button must be held pressed for 2-3 seconds before the display will go to the
preset value or zero. The P.SEt and ZERO functions operations will only work if either the
U.SCL or USER SCLE function is set to on. If both the remote input and P button function
are operated simultaneously the P button will override the remote input. The functions below are
as described in the R.INP function below.
5.25 Remote input function
Display: R.INP
Range: NONE, P.HLd, d.HLd, Hi, Lo , HiLo, ZERO, SP.Ac, No.Ac, CAL.S ,
P.SEt or duLL
Default Value: NONE
Remote input function - When these remote input terminals are short circuited, via a switch, relay,
keyswitch etc. the instrument will perform the selected remote input function. A message will
flash to indicate which function has been selected when the remote input pins are short circuited.
The remote input functions are as follows:
NONE - no remote function required i.e. activating the remote input has no effect.
P.HLd - peak hold. The display will show the peak value (highest positive value) only whilst the
remote input terminals are short circuited i.e. the display value can rise but not fall whilst the
input terminals are short circuited. The message P.HLd will appear briefly every 8 seconds
whilst the input terminals are short circuited to indicate that the peak hold function is active.
d.HLd - display hold. The display value will be held whilst the remote input terminals are short
circuited. The message d.HLd will appear briefly every 8 seconds whilst the input terminals
are short circuited to indicate that the display hold function is active.
Hi - peak memory. The peak value stored in memory will be displayed if the remote input
terminals are short circuited, if the short circuit is momentary then the display will return
to normal measurement after 20 seconds. If the short circuit is held for 2 to 3 seconds or the
power is removed from the instrument then the memory will be reset.
Lo - valley memory. The minimum value stored in memory will be displayed. Otherwise operates
in the same manner as the Hi function described above.
HiLo - toggle between Hi and Lo displays. This function allows the remote input to be used to
toggle between peak and valley memory displays. The first operation of the remote input will
cause the peak memory value to be displayed, the next operation will give a valley memory
display. P Hi or P Lo will flash before each display to give an indication of display type.
ZERO - display zero. Either the U.SCL or USER SCLE function must be set to on if the ZERO
operation is required. When the ZERO operation is used the display will show the message
ZERO and the display value will fall to zero. All zero operations can be reset i.e. cleared via
the CLr ZERO function if required.
SP.Ac - setpoint access only. This blocks access to any functions except the alarm setpoint
functions unless the remote input pins are short circuited or entry is made via CAL mode or
if the ACCS function is set to ALL.
No.Ac - no access. This blocks access to all functions unless the remote input pins are short
circuited or entry is made via CAL mode or if the ACCS function is set to ALL.
CAL.S - calibration select. The remote input can be used to select between scaling values. Two
sets of scaling values can be entered in the instrument, one set set of scaling values can be
entered with the remote input open circuit and another set with the remote input short circuit
to ground. A switch connected to the remote input can then be used to switch between one
set and the other. This feature could be used to allow switching between display units each
scaled differently e.g. metres and feet. Alternatively it could be used to allow the one display
to switch between 2 different encoders with one being setup and scaled with the remote input
switch open and the other with the switch closed.
P.SEt - preset value. Either the U.SCL or USER SCLE function must be set to on if the
P.SEt operation is required.The remote input can be used to force the display to the preset
value, this preset value is set at the P.SEt function. Any changes in the output from the
sensor will then add or subtract from the displayed preset value.
duLL - display brightness control. The remote input can be used to change the display brightness.
When this mode is selected the display brightness can be switched, via the remote input
terminals, between the brightness level set at the brGt function and the brightness level set
at the duLL function.
5.26 Access mode
Display: ACCS
Range: OFF, EASY, NONE or ALL
Default Value: OFF
Access mode - the access mode function ACCS has four possible settings namely OFF, EASY,
NONE and ALL. If set to OFF the mode function has no effect on alarm relay operation. If set
to EASY the easy alarm access mode will be activated. Refer to Easy alarm relay adjustment
access facility page 13. If set to NONE there will be no access to any functions via FUNC mode,
entry via CAL mode must be made to gain access to alarm and calibration functions. If set to ALL
then access to all functions, including calibration functions, can be gained via FUNC mode.
5.27 Setpoint access mode
Display: SPAC
Range: A1, A1-2 etc.
Default Value: A1
Setpoint access - seen only if more than 1 relay fitted. Sets the access via FUNC mode and easy
alarm access mode to the alarm relay setpoints. The following choices are available:
A1 - Allows setpoint access to alarm 1 only.
A1-2 - Allows setpoint access to alarms 1 and 2 only.
A1-3 - Allows setpoint access to alarms 1, 2 and 3 etc. up to the maximum number of relays
fitted.
The remote input function (R.INP) must be set to SP.AC for this function to operate. Note:
Only the setpoints which have been given a value will be accessible e.g. if A1Hi is set to OFF
then there will be no access to the A1Hi function when SPAC is used.
5.28 Display input scaling factor
Display: INPt
Range: 1 to any positive display value
Default Value: 1
The INPt factor and the SCLE factor are used to scale the display to read in engineering units
e.g. metres. The INPt value must always be a whole number, see SCLE below for formula
used.
5.29 Display scaling factor
Display: SCLE
Range: 1 to any display value
Default Value: 1
The SCLE value is used together with the INPt value to calculate the value to be displayed from
the SSI input value transmitted from the encoder. These two functions are used to calculate the
display value and are used only when the alternative scaling methods of U.SCL and USER SCLE
are both set to OFF. The scale factor can be set to any display value and the decimal point value
seen at this function will be set by the dCPt function.
If the relevant details of the encoder and display requirements are known the easiest way to find
the INPt and SCLE values is to use the maximum output value from the encoder as the INPt
value and the display value for this maximum output value as the SCLE value. For example a 16
bit encoder has an output of 0 to 65535. If you wish this to display 0 to 1500 over the full range
of the encoder then set the INPt value to 65535 and the SCLE value to 1500.
The display value is calculated in the following manner:
Value sent from encoder SCLE
Display value =
INPt
Example: A 12 bit SSI encoder will give an output in the range 0 to 4095 (if only positive values
are used). The display is to be scaled to show 0.0 to 359.9 over this 12 bit range. With 1 decimal
point the INPt value could be set to 4095 and the SCLE value set to 359.9 to achieve this
i.e. at one quarter output from the encoder (i.e. 1024) the display value is calculated from:
1024 359.9
Display value =
4095
i.e. Display value = 90.0
5.30 Number of input bits from encoder
Display: SSI bits

Range: 1 to 31
Default Value: 1
Displays and selects the number of input bits which the display will interpret as incoming data.
This can be set from 1 to 31 bits. For example with an INPt of 1 and a SCLE of 1 and 12
bits selected the display will show from 0 to 4095, i.e. the 12 bit binary number range, before
returning to 0. Note: If the SIGN function is set to on then the maximum range displayed in
this example is -2048 and 2047. The table which follows gives some examples of the effect of
INPt, SCLE, SSI bitS and SIGN settings.
INPt SCLE SSI bitS SIGN Viewable display range
1 1 12 OFF 0 to 4095
1 -1 12 OFF 0 to -4095
1 1 12 on -2048 to 2047
1 -1 12 on -2047 to 2048
1 2 12 OFF 0 to 8191
2 1 12 OFF 0 to 2047
1 1 13 OFF 0 to 8191
1 1 14 OFF 0 to 16383
1 1 20 OFF 0 to 1048575
1 1.00 20 OFF 0 to 1048.58
8192 1000 12 OFF 0 to 500
5.31 Sign bit
Display: SIGN
Range: on or OFF
Default Value: OFF
Displays and sets the sign bit enabling. With the SIGN function set to on the data is interpreted
as a twos compliment signed number, masked to the number of bits set by the SSI bitS function.
See the SSI bitS function above for the effect of the SIGN setting on the values displayed for
a given number of input bits.
5.32 SSI code type
Display: SSI CodE

Range: bin or GRAY
Default Value: bin
The input type can be set to bin for binary or to GRAY for gray code SSI to match the output
type from the sensor.
5.33 User simple scaling method
Display: U.SCL
Range: on or OFF
Default Value: OFF
Two point scaling method using a zero or preset operation via a remote input switch or front P
button as the first scaling point and a F button operation to scale as second point. This method
provides a simple scaling method without the need to enter the setup functions and is generally
used where scaling is to be changed frequently.
Note: 5 or more display digits are required to view fully some of the messages seen in this function.
The user scale function allows the front panel F button to be used to enter a scale value. To
operate by this method the U.SCL function must be set to on. If this method of scaling is used
the INPt and SCLE functions are not used and the USER SCLE function must be set to OFF.
The remote input or P button must be used to zero the display with the encoder in its zero
position or set the display to a preset value with the encoder at a known position prior to the
U.SCL operation. See R.INP (section 5.25) and P.but (section 5.24) functions. The operator
then simply moves the encoder to a different know position and then holds the F button pressed
for approximately 2 seconds. The message SCALE will then appear followed by the previous scale
value. The value can now be adjusted via the ^ or v pushbutton. The F button is pressed to
accept the change or the P button can be pressed to abort the scaling. If an error occurs such as
trying to give a scaling value to a display reading which is zero then the message SCALE Error
will be seen.
Example: the sensor is moved to its zero position and a ZERO operation carried out via the remote
input or P button. The sensor is then moved a known distance and the U.SCL operation is carried
out via the F button.
Notes: Easy access (ACCS function set to EASY) to alarm functions cannot be used if U.SCL is
set to on. If ACCS is set to EASY or CAL when U.SCL is set to on then FUNC mode entry will
operate as the easy access mode and entry via CAL mode will have to be made to access any
other functions.
5.34 Display update rate
Display: dISP RAtE

Range: 1, 2, 4, 8, 16 or 32
Default Value: 4
Displays and sets the display update rate in updates per second e.g. if 4 is selected then the display
will update four times per second. The lowest satisfactory update rate should be chosen. If too
high a rate is selected then the rapid update may cause an apparent flickering of the display. The
update rate affects the display only and does not affect the sampling rate, alarm update etc.
5.35 Clear zero
Display: CLr ZERO

Range: n/a
Default Value: n/a
Allows any zero operations performed via the remote input or P button to be cleared. Pressing
the ^ and v buttons simultaneously will clear the zero offset, the message CLrd will be seen,
confirming the zero clearing operation is completed.
5.36 Clear user scale operation
Display: CLr U.SCL

Range: n/a
Default Value: n/a
The display scaling via the U.SCL function operation can be cleared at this function. Pressing the
^ and v buttons simultaneously will clear the user scaling and will cause the scaling to revert
to a 1:1 equivalent i.e. equivalent to INPt function set to 1 and SCLE function set to 1. Note
that clearing the user scale will not clear any zero or preset operations, the CLR ZERO function
must be used to clear any zero offsets. If necessary the preset value can be changed at the P.SEt
function and the P button or remote input used to activate the preset operation to return the
display to the required scaling.
5.37 Two point live input scaling
Display: USER SCLE

Range: on or OFF
Default Value: OFF
Allows selection of two point live input calibration to be used when this function is set to on.
This method allows scaling without the need to calculate the required scaling from the SSI en-
coder/sensor data.
The CAL1 and CAL2 functions described below can then be used to scale the display. If required
the CAL OFSt function can be used to make an adjustment to add or subtract an offset value
across the display range. The CAL1, CAL2 and CAL OFSt functions will only be seen when
the USER SCLE function is set to on. Note: the U.SCL function must be set to OFF when the
USER SCLE function is used.
5.38 First calibration scaling point
Display: CAL1
Default Value: n/a
This method of display scaling is used only when the USER SCLE function is set to on. CAL1
and CAL2 are used together to scale the instruments display, values for both must be set when
using this scaling method.
The CAL1 function sets the first calibration point for live input calibration. When using this
method a live signal input must be present at the input terminals. Note: CAL1 and CAL2 can
be set independently i.e. it is not necessary to perform a CAL2 operation directly after a CAL1.
Note that some display rounding may occur if the scaling values entered are larger than the normal
binary or Gray code values.
The procedure for entering the first scaling point is:
1. Ensure that an input signal of a know value from an encoder etc. is present at the input
terminals, this will normally be at the low end of the range.
2. At the CAL1 function press ^ and v simultaneously, then release them. The display will
indicate the live input value. Do not be concerned at this stage if the live input display value
is not what is required.
3. Press then release the F button. The display will indicate SCL1 followed by a value. Use
the ^ or v button to change this value to the required display scale value at this input.
Press the F button to accept changes, the display will show CAL End and will then move
on to the next function.
5.39 First calibration scaling point
Display: CAL2
Default Value: n/a
This method of display scaling is used only when the USER SCLE function is set to on. CAL1
and CAL2 are used together to scale the instruments display, values for both must be set when
using this scaling method.
The second point scaling is performed in exactly the same manner as CAL1 except that SCL2
will be seen instead of SCL1. It is essential that the live input is different in value to the CAL1
input. The procedure for entering the second scaling point is:
1. Ensure that an input signal of a know value (different to the input used at CAL1) from an
encoder etc. is present at the input terminals, this will normally be at the high end of the
range.
2. At the CAL2 function press ^ and v simultaneously, then release them. The display will
indicate the live input value. Do not be concerned at this stage if the live input display value
is not what is required.
3. Press then release the F button. The display will indicate SCL2 followed by a value. Use
the v or ^ button to change this value to the required display scale value at this input.
Press the F button to accept changes, the display will show CAL End and will then move
on to the next function.
5.40 Calibration offset
Display: CAL OFSt

Default Value: n/a
This function will only be seen and can only be used if the USER SCLE function is set to on.
The calibration offset is a single point adjustment which can be used to alter the calibration scaling
values across the entire measuring range without affecting the calibration slope. This method can
be used instead of performing a two point calibration when a constant measurement error is found
to exist across the entire range. To perform a calibration offset press the ^ and v buttons
simultaneously at the CAL OFSt function. A live reading from the input will be seen, make a
note of this reading. Press the F button, the message SCLE will now be seen followed by the last
scale value in memory. Use the ^ or v button to adjust the scale value to the required display
value for that input. For example if the live input reading was 50 and the required display value
for this input was 70 then adjust the SCLE value to 70.
5.41 Set display operation
Display: SEt OPER

Range: SSI, bc 8 or bc24
Default Value: SSI
Allows selection of one of the three main operation mode. Select SSI if the input is an SSI
signal (binary or Gray code) from encoder etc. The remaining two modes are for use only when the
instrument is connected to a RM-BC or RM4-BC converter. The two remaining modes are bc8 for
8 bit BCD and bc24 for up to 24 bit BCD inputs. The BCD input can be either parallel, strobed
or addressed.
5.42 SSI clock frequency
Display: SSI RAtE

Range: Lo or Hi
Default Value: Hi
Allows settings of Lo (90kHz) or Hi (600kHz) clock frequencies. The normal setting is Hi. Use
Lo only if communications difficulties are experienced due to long cable runs.
5.43 Baud rate for optional serial communications
Display: bAUd RAtE

Range: 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19.2 or 38.4
Default Value: 9600
Set baud rate - seen only with serial output option. Refer to the separate PM4 Panel Meter
Optional Output Addendum booklet supplied when optional outputs are fitted. Select from
300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19.2 or 38.4 baud. The baud rate should be set to
match the device being communicated with.
5.44 Parity for optional serial communications
Display: PrtY
Range: NONE, EUEN or odd
Default Value: NONE
Set parity - seen only with serial output option. Refer to the separate PM4 Panel Meter Optional
Output Addendum booklet supplied when optional outputs are fitted. Select parity check to
either NONE, EUEN or odd. The parity should be set to match the device being communicated
with.
5.45 Output mode for optional serial communications
Display: O.Put
Range: dISP, Cont, POLL, A.buS or M.buS
Default Value: Cont
Set serial interface mode - seen only with serial output option. Refer to the separate PM4 Panel
Meter Optional Output Addendum booklet supplied when optional outputs are fitted. Allows
user to select the serial interface operation as follows:
disP - sends image data from the display without conversion to ASCII.
Cont - sends 8 bit ASCII form of display data at a rate typically 90% of the sample rate.
POLL - controlled by computer or PLC as host. Host sends command via RS232/485 and
instrument responds as requested.
A.buS - is a special communications mode used with Windows compatible optional PC download
software. Refer to the user manual supplied with this optional software.
M.bus - Modbus RTU protocol.
5.46 Instrument address for optional serial communications
Display: Addr
Range: 0 to 31
Default Value: 0
Set unit address for polled (POLL) or M.buS mode (0 to 31)) - seen only with serial output
option. Refer to the separate PM4 Panel Meter Optional Output Addendum booklet supplied
when optional outputs are fitted. Allows several units to operate on the same RS485 interface
reporting on different areas etc. The host computer or PLC may poll each unit in turn supplying
the appropriate address. The unit address ranges from 0 to 31 (DEC) but is offset by 32 (DEC)
to avoid clashing with ASCII special function characters (such as <STX> and <CR>). Therefore
32 (DEC) or 20 (HEX) is address 0, 42 (DEC) or 2A (HEX) is address 10. Do not use address 0
in M.buS mode.
5.47 Returning to normal measure mode
When the calibration has been completed it is advisable to return the instrument to the normal
mode (where calibration functions are less likely to be tampered with). To return to normal mode,
turn off power to the instrument, wait a few seconds and then restore power.
5.48 Error Messages

-or- - this message means that the number being received is too big to display e.g. 123456
cannot be displayed on a 5 digit display.
SCALE Error - this message means that an error occurred whilst attempting to scale
the display. Check that the sensor is connected correctly and that the scaling method was
followed correctly.
6 BCD Converter Input Functions
This chapter covers extra functions seen when the SEt OPER function is set to bc 8 or bc24. See
Explanation of Functions chapter 5 for a description of the alternative operation mode and for
functions common to each mode.
When bc 8 or bc24 operation mode is selected the PM4-SSI must receive its SSI input from a
model RM-BC or RM4-BC converter. These instruments convert a BCD input signal to SSI. The
input can be selected as either parallel, strobed or addressed BCD. Refer to the instruction manual
supplied with the converter for details of electrical connections and required PM4-SSI function
settings for the electrical input type being used.
The PM4 setup and scaling functions are configured through a push button sequence. Refer to the
diagram on page 10 for details on accessing setup functions.
Explanation of functions
SEt bcd - (select input mode) This function is used to select the input type to be used. Select
PARL for a multiparallel input, select Strb for a strobed input or select Addr for an addressed
input type.
dAtA POL - (input data polarity) Select Lo for active low BCD input signals or Hi for active
high BCD input signals.
Strb POL - (strobe polarity) Select Lo for active low strobe input or Hi for active high strobe
input.
bcd CodE - (code for non BCD characters) Select the format for non BCD inputs i.e. A to F or
1010 to 1111.
0 - A to F (1010 to 1111) displays blanks
1 - A to F (1010 to 1111) displays A, b, C, d, E, F
2 - A to F (1010 to 1111) displays -, C, 1, ", o, blank
3 - A to F (1010 to 1111) displays A, L, H, I, o, blank
4 - A to F (1010 to 1111) displays ", C, F, -, -, -
5 - A to F (1010 to 1111) displays -, E, H, L, P, blank
bcd diGt - (number of digits to display) Displays and sets the number of digits to display.
Settings available range from 1 to the number of display digits available e.g.1 to 5o n a 5 digit
display. Note: that an 8 bit converter using parallel input will only allow a 2 digit display.
SEt OPER - (set operation mode) Allows selection of one of the three main operation mode.
Select SSI if the input is an SSI signal (binary or Gray code) from encoder etc. The remaining two
modes are for use only when the PM4-SSI is connected to a RM-BC or RM4-BC converter. The
two remaining modes are bc8 for 8 bit BCD and bc24 for up to 24 bit BCD inputs. The BCD
input can be either parallel, strobed or addressed.
7 Specifications
7.1 Technical specifications
Input : Synchronous Serial Interface (SSI) selectable as binary or

Gray code (up to 31 bits) or
8 or 24 bit via model RM4-BC or RM-BC converter.
Clock frequency 60kHz or 90kHz user selectable
Microprocessor: HC68HC11 CMOS
Ambient temperature: LED -10 to 60o C, LCD -10 to 50o C
Humidity: 5 to 95% non condensing
Display: LED Models: 4 digit 20mm,
5 digit 14.2mm + status LEDs + 4 way keypad.
6 digit 14.2mm + 4 way keypad
LCD Models: 4 digit 12.7mm, 6 digit 12.7mm
Power Supply: AC 240V, 110V or 24V 50/60Hz
or DC isolated wide range 12 to 48V.
Notes: supply type is factory configured.
4 digit displays not suitable for U.SCL scaling mode.
Power Consumption: AC supply 4 VA max,
DC supply typically 80mA at 12VDC and 35mA at 24VDC for
40mA at 24VDC for PM4 with LED display and no optional outputs.
Typically 50mA at 12VDC and
35mA at 24VDC for PM4 with LCD display and no optional outputs,
actual current drawn depends on display type and options fitted
Output (standard): 1 x relay, Form A, rated 5A resistive
Relay Action: Programmable N.O. or N.C
7.2 Optional outputs
Extra Relays: Same specs. as Relay 1 (up to 6 extra relays).

Available as one, three or six extra relays.
Analog Retransmission: 12 bit isolated 4 to 20mA, 0 to 1V or 0 to 10V link selectable
(4-20mA will drive into resistive loads of up to 800)
Serial Communications: Isolated RS232 or RS485 (ASCII or Modbus RTU)
DC Voltage output: Isolated, regulated 12V (24VDC) standard or 5V (10VDC).
Rated output current 25mA max.
7.3 Physical Characteristics
Bezel Size: DIN 48mm x 96mm x 10mm

Case Size: 44mm x 91mm x 120mm behind face of panel
Panel Cut Out: 45mm x 92mm +1mm/-0mm
Connections: Plug in screw terminals (max. 2.5mm2 wire)
Weight: 400 gms basic model, 450 gms with option card
8 Guarantee and service
The product supplied with this manual is guaranteed against faulty workmanship for a period of
two years from the date of dispatch.
Our obligation assumed under this guarantee is limited to the replacement of parts which, by
our examination, are proved to be defective and have not been misused, carelessly handled, de-
faced or damaged due to incorrect installation. This guarantee is VOID where the unit has been
opened, tampered with or if repairs have been made or attempted by anyone except an authorised
representative of the manufacturing company.
Products for attention under guarantee (unless otherwise agreed) must be returned to the manu-
facturer freight paid and, if accepted for free repair, will be returned to the customers address in
Australia free of charge.
When returning the product for service or repair a full description of the fault and the mode of
operation used when the product failed must be given. In any event the manufacturer has no other
obligation or liability beyond replacement or repair of this product.
Modifications may be made to any existing or future models of the unit as it may deem necessary
without incurring any obligation to incorporate such modifications in units previously sold or to
which this guarantee may relate.
This document is the property of the instrument manufacturer and may not be
reproduced in whole or part without the written consent of the manufacturer.
This product is designed and manufactured in Australia.

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4 Function tables - summary of setup functions 8

6 BCD Converter Input Functions 33

8 Guarantee and service 36

Horizontal mounting 45mm

45mm PANEL CUT OUT PANEL

53mm 111mm 96mm

3.1 Electrical installation

AC power connections - supply type is factory configured, check before connecting

Clock and signal connections between sensor and display

3.3 Input Board Link Settings

1. Remove the plug in terminals

2. Remove the 4 x self tapping screws from

3. Remove the earth screw which passes

Remove earth screw

4. Configure the PCB links as requred, see appropriate chapter

5. Slide PCB back into case

6. Replace the earth screw which passes through the case

Display Function Range Default Your Ref/Page

Display Function Range Default Your Ref/Page

Record your relay settings in the table below

Display Relay 1 Relay 2 Relay 3 Relay 4 Relay 5 Relay 6 Relay 7

Entering CAL Mode Entering FUNC Mode

2. When the "wake up" 1. When the "wake up"

Note: If step 1 above has been completed then the

Press & release F Press & release Press & release

Press & release Press & release

Switch off Press & hold Switch on

Press & release F Press & release Press & release

Press & release Press & release

Easy alarm relay adjustment access facility

Alarm low operation with hysteresis Time

5.2 Alarm relay high setpoint

Alarm high operation with hysteresis Time

5.3 Alarm relay hysteresis (deadband)

5.4 Alarm relay trip time

5.5 Alarm relay reset time

5.6 Alarm relay normally open/closed

Display: Axn.o or Axn.c

5.7 Alarm relay setpoint or trailing operation

Display: AxSP or Axt1 etc.

5.8 Preset value

5.9 Display brightness

5.10 Display remote brightness switching

5.11 Bargraph low value

5.12 Bargraph high value

5.13 Bargraph type for instruments with bargraph display

Display: bAr tYPE

5.14 Digital output option mode

5.16 Digital output option BCD start position

Display: bcd Strt

5.17 Digital output option low value

5.18 Digital output option high value

5.20 Analog output option high value

5.21 Display rounding

5.23 Digital filter