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Signet 8900 Multi-Parameter Controller
Multi-Parameter
Controller
C1 2.50 µS/cm
F2 58.43 GPM
Relay 1
Relay 2
ENTER
3-8900.090-1
3-8900.090-1 Rev. H 03/10 English
Contents
1. Speci cations 2
2. Description 4
2.1 Compatibility 4
2.2 System Overview 5
3. Installation and Basic Functionality 6
3.1 Unpacking 6
3.2 Tools and Equipment Required 6
4. Plug-in Modules 6
4.1 I/O Module 7
4.2 Power Module 7
4.3 Output Module 8
4.4 Relay Module 8
4.5 8059 External Relay Module 9
5. Mounting the Base Unit 10
5.1 Panel Mounting 10
5.2 Mounting Accessories 11
6. Wiring 12
6.1 Signal Type: Frequency 12
6.2 Digital (S
3
L) Input wiring 13
6.2.1 Digital Cable Length Calculations 14
6.2.2 Digital Cable Routing Diagrams 15
6.3 Power Module (3-8900.402-X) 17
6.4 Output Module (3-8900.405-X) 17
6.5 Relay Module (3-8900.403-X) 18
6.6 8059 External Relay Module 18
7. Operational Overview 19
7.1 General Operation Flowchart 19
7.2 System Con guration 20
7.3 Menu Directory 20
8. System Setup Menu 21
8.1 System Setup: Channel Type 21
8.2 Automatic Sensor Recognition 22
8.3 Automatic Channel Assignment 22
8.4 Automatic Display Con gurations 22
8.5 Other Automatic Displays 23
8.6 Displays for Derived Functions 23
9. Channel Settings 24
Important Safety Information
Read and understand instruction manual before using
this product.
This unit is designed to be connected to equipment
which can be hazardous to persons and property if
used incorrectly. Read and understand all associated
equipment manuals and safety warnings before using
with this product.
Do not remove rear panel slot shields if the modules
are not installed.
Remove power to unit before wiring input and output
connections.
Wiring connections to this product should only be
performed by quali ed personnel.
Do not exceed published speci cations in the use of
this product.
In case of communication error or loss of source
signal:
Relays will be deactivated.
Current outputs will go to 22.1 mA.
Voltage outputs will go to 0 V.
9.1 Channel Settings: Flow 24
9.2 Channel Settings: pH 25
9.3 Channel Settings: ORP 25
9.4 Channel Settings: Conductivity 26
9.5 Channel Settings: Pressure 27
9.6 Channel Settings: Temperature 27
9.7 Channel Settings: Level 28
9.8 Channel Settings: OTHER (4–20) 30
10. Hold Inputs 30
11. Relay Mode Descriptions 31
11.1 Relay Setup Menu 33
11.2 Advanced Relay Mode 34
12. Output 35
13. Calibration 36
13.1 Calibration: Flow 36
13.2 Calibration: pH 37
13.3 Calibration: ORP 37
13.4 Calibration: Conductivity 38
13.5 Calibration: Pressure 38
13.6 Calibration: Temperature 38
13.7 Calibration: Level 38
14. Options 39
14.1 Password Security 39
Appendix A: Derived Functions 40
Appendix B: Level System Con guration 41
Appendix C: Conductivity & Temp Comp 43
Appendix D: USP Limits 44
Appendix E: Cloning using Digital (S
3
L) 45
Appendix F: BTU Quick Start Guide 47
Appendix G: 8900 display messages 48
Ordering Information 52

Table of Contents

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Summary

Important Safety Information

Specifications

Dimensions

Details the physical measurements and mounting aspects of the 8900 controller.

Enclosure and Display

Describes the physical enclosure, display type, keypad, and screen characteristics.

Power Connection

Details the electrical power input requirements and connection types for the unit.

Electrical

Specifies power requirements for AC/DC and output power for sensors.

Analog Output Specifications

Details specifications for 4-20mA and 0-5/10VDC analog output modules.

Solid State Relay Specifications

Provides specifications for Solid State Relay module operation and ratings.

Dry-Contact Relay Specifications

Details specifications for Dry-Contact Relay module operation and ratings.

Environmental Requirements

Specifies operating temperature, storage, humidity, and altitude limits.

Relay Module Modes

Describes the different operating modes available for internal and external relays.

Standards and Approvals

Lists relevant certifications and standards the product adheres to.

Shipping Weights

Provides the weight of the base unit and various modules for shipping purposes.

Product Description

Sensor and Relay Compatibility

Lists compatible sensors and external relays for the 8900 system.

System Overview

Provides a high-level overview of the 8900 system components and configuration.

Installation and Basic Functionality

Unpacking the 8900 System

Lists the components included with the 8900 system and provides unpacking instructions.

Required Tools and Equipment

Specifies the tools needed for installation and module setup.

Plug-in Module Installation

Details the process and precautions for installing plug-in modules into the base unit.

I;O Module Installation and Types

Describes the I/O module's function, types, and connection points.

Power Module Installation and Types

Details the power module options and installation requirements.

Output Module Installation and Types

Explains the optional output modules for analog signals and their connection.

Relay Module Installation and Types

Describes the installation and types of internal relay modules.

External Relay Module Installation

Details the installation and capabilities of the 8059 external relay module.

Mounting the Base Unit

Panel Mounting Procedures

Provides instructions and dimensions for mounting the 8900 in a panel.

Mounting Accessories

Lists accessories for mounting, including junction boxes and wall/shelf brackets.

Wiring Connections

Frequency Signal Wiring

Details wiring for frequency inputs, including maximum cable lengths for flow sensors.

Digital (S³L) Input Wiring

Explains how to wire digital (S³L) sensors, including daisy-chain and multi-drop methods.

Digital Cable Length Calculations

Provides methods and charts to calculate maximum digital bus cable length based on current and gauge.

Digital Cable Routing Diagrams

Illustrates various methods for routing digital (S³L) sensor cables.

Digital Cable Routing Diagrams (Continued)

Shows wiring configurations for multiple digital sensors and external relay modules.

Power Module Wiring

Explains wiring for AC and DC power modules and their specifications.

Output Module Wiring

Details wiring for active/passive 4-20mA and 0-5/10VDC output modules.

Relay Module Wiring

Describes wiring for solid-state and dry-contact relay modules.

External Relay Module Wiring

Illustrates wiring for the 8059 external relay module and its connection to the I/O module.

Operational Overview

Keypad Functionality

Explains the function of each button on the 8900 controller's keypad.

General Operation Flowchart

Illustrates the navigation flow between the View, Menu Directory, Menu, and Edit modes.

System Configuration

Describes the auto-scrolling inventory of installed plug-in modules.

Menu Directory Navigation

Explains how to access the seven main menus for setup and operation.

System Setup Menu

Channel Type Assignment

Guides the user through assigning channel types for sensors and configuring displays.

Automatic Sensor Recognition

Explains how the 8900 detects and lists digital (S³L) sensors upon power-up.

Automatic Channel Assignment

Details the hierarchy and process for automatically assigning sensors to channels.

Automatic Display Configuration

Describes the default display layouts for various channel types like pH, Flow, and Conductivity.

Additional Automatic Displays

Details other displays like totalizers, analog output values, and relay status indicators.

Derived Function Displays

Shows how derived functions like Sum, Ratio, and Power are displayed.

Channel Settings

Flow Channel Settings

Configures units, K-Factor, decimal resolution, and averaging for flow channels.

pH Channel Settings

Configures units, decimal resolution, setpoints, and averaging for pH channels.

ORP Channel Settings

Configures setpoints and averaging for ORP channels.

Conductivity Channel Settings

Configures units, setpoints, TDS factor, temperature compensation, and averaging.

Pressure Channel Settings

Configures units, setpoints, decimal resolution, and averaging for pressure channels.

Temperature Channel Settings

Configures units, setpoints, and averaging for temperature channels.

Level Channel Settings

Configures units, percentage display, setpoints, offset, and vessel shape for level.

Level Channel Settings (Continued)

Defines vessel dimensions and custom points for level and volume conversion.

Other (4-20 mA) Channel Settings

Configures label, abbreviation, units, setpoints, and averaging for 4-20mA inputs.

Hold Inputs Functionality

Setting Hold Time Duration

Specifies the duration in minutes for holding input, output, and relay functions.

Activating Hold Input

Describes the function of holding input/output/relay states for calibration.

Releasing Hold Input

Explains how to manually release a channel from hold status.

Relay Mode Descriptions

Low Relay Mode Description

Relay activates when variable is below setpoint and deactivates above setpoint plus hysteresis.

High Relay Mode Description

Relay activates when variable is above setpoint and deactivates below setpoint minus hysteresis.

Window Relay Mode Description

Relay activates when variable moves outside a defined window range.

Proportional Pulsing Relay Mode

Relay pulse frequency varies proportionally to setpoints; not for Pressure applications.

Pulse Width Modulation Relay Mode

Relay ON/OFF time ratio varies proportionally to setpoints; not for Pressure applications.

Volumetric Pulse Relay Mode

Pulse generated each time a specified volume of fluid is registered; for flow inputs only.

Totalizer Volume Relay Mode

Relay activates and latches when a specified volume is registered; for flow inputs only.

Advanced Relay Mode

Relay activates based on a set of three conditions using Boolean logic operators.

Relay Setup Menu

Setting Relay Source

Assigns a measurement type or derived function as the relay source.

Selecting Relay Mode

Chooses the operating mode (Low, High, Window, etc.) for the relay.

Setting Relay Setpoint

Enters the setpoint value for Low, High, Window, or USP relay modes.

Setting Relay Range

Enters the low and high setpoints for Prop Pulse, PWM, or Window modes.

Setting Relay Pulse Period

Sets the pulse period for PWM relay modes.

Setting Relay Hysteresis

Enters the hysteresis value for High, Low, Window, or USP modes.

Setting Relay Trigger Delay

Sets a trigger delay for High, Low, Window, or USP relay modes.

Setting Relay Maximum Pulse Rate

Sets the maximum pulse rate for Pulse relay modes.

Setting Relay Pulse Volume

Sets the volume for Volumetric Pulse relay modes.

Setting Relay Pulse Width

Sets the duration of the relay pulse for Pulse relay modes.

Setting Solid State Relay Logic

Configures Normally Closed (N.C.) or Normally Open (N.O.) logic for solid-state relays.

Testing Relay Operation

Manually toggles the relay to test its operation.

Advanced Relay Mode Configuration

Boolean Relay Logic Operations

Explains the Boolean logic operators (OR, AND) used for advanced relay conditions.

Programming Advanced Relays

Guides through setting up multiple conditions and operators for advanced relay activation.

Analog Output Configuration

Setting Output Source

Assigns a measurement type or derived function to an analog output.

Setting Output Voltage Range

Selects the voltage range (0-5VDC or 0-10VDC) for voltage output modules.

Setting Output 0 Vdc Setpoint

Enters the low-end setpoint for voltage outputs.

Setting Output 5 Vdc Setpoint

Enters the high-end setpoint for voltage outputs.

Adjusting Low Output Value

Adjusts the output voltage or current at the low-end setpoint.

Adjusting High Output Value

Adjusts the output voltage or current at the high-end setpoint.

Testing Analog Output

Manually adjusts the analog output to test its operation.

Calibration Procedures

Flow Channel Calibration

Details volumetric and rate-based calibration methods for flow channels.

pH Channel Calibration

Explains sensor and instrument calibration for pH channels, including temperature adjustment.

ORP Channel Calibration

Details sensor and instrument calibration procedures for ORP channels.

Conductivity Channel Calibration

Describes calibration for conductivity and temperature compensation.

Pressure Channel Calibration

Covers zeroing and adjusting pressure readings for calibration.

Temperature Channel Calibration

Explains how to adjust and reset temperature calibration.

Level Channel Calibration

Details entering level values and resetting level calibration.

Configuration Options

Standard Password Setting

Sets the password type to standard (UP-UP-UP-DOWN).

Enhanced Password Setup

Allows setting a custom 4-digit enhanced password.

Adjusting LCD Contrast

Adjusts the LCD contrast for better readability.

Adjusting Display Brightness

Adjusts the vacuum fluorescent display brightness.

Enabling Auto Scroll

Enables or disables automatic scrolling of display screens in View mode.

Setting Auto Scroll Time

Sets the time interval for auto-scrolling display screens.

Configuring Derived Function 1 Type

Selects the functional relationship (Sum, Diff, Ratio) for derived functions.

Selecting Derived Function 1 Source

Chooses the measurements used for the derived function calculation.

Setting Clone Communication Port

Selects the port (S3L or COMM) for cloning setup data.

Configuring Clone Operation

Sets the operation to SEND or RECEIVE setup information between units.

Initiating Instrument Cloning

Starts the process of cloning the instrument's setup to another unit.

Memo Field Configuration

Allows entering notes such as commissioning dates or contact information.

Clearing the Memo Field

Option to clear all characters from the MEMO field.

Selecting Display Language

Sets the language for all menus and displays on the 8900.

Setting Fractional Separator

Selects the decimal point or comma for fractional values.

Password Security Details

Explains standard and enhanced passwords and how to reset the enhanced password.

Derived Functions Explained

Ratio Derived Function

Calculates the ratio between two measurements of the same type.

Difference Derived Function

Calculates the difference between two measurements of the same type.

Sum Derived Function

Calculates the sum of two measurements of the same type.

% Passage and % Reject Calculations

Details calculations for % Passage and % Reject, typically for RO systems.

% Recovery Calculation

Explains % Recovery calculation based on flow rates for RO systems.

Level System Configuration

Defining the Zero Reference Point (Z)

Establishes the point in the vessel where the level measurement starts at zero.

Defining the Sensor Location Point (SLoc)

Identifies the measurement point on the level sensor itself.

Calculating and Entering the Offset (O)

Determines the distance between Z and SLoc for level measurement calibration.

Custom Vessel Level and Volume Conversion

Defines custom points to establish level-to-volume relationships in non-standard vessels.

Conductivity and Resistivity Applications

Temperature Effects on Conductivity

Explains how temperature affects conductivity measurements and compensation options.

Pure Water Compensation Method

Details the standard compensation method for very clean water and resistivity applications.

Linear Temperature Compensation

Allows calculation of custom temperature compensation values for higher conductivity ranges.

Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) Factor

Explains how to convert conductivity to TDS units using a defined factor.

Conductivity Calibration Procedure

Provides steps for wet calibration using NIST traceable solutions.

USP Limits for Pharmaceutical Water

Using the USP Function for Alarms

Details settings required for USP relay functions and temperature-dependent USP limits.

Cloning via Digital (S³L) Connection

Designating Controllers for Cloning

Assigns roles (Transmitting/Receiving) to controllers for the cloning process.

Wiring for Cloning

Details the wiring connections between controllers for serial cloning.

Configuring the Receiving Controller

Guides setting up the receiving unit's clone port, operation, and instrument selection.

Configuring the Transmitting Controller

Guides setting up the transmitting unit's clone port and operation.

Starting and Finishing the Cloning Process

Details the steps to initiate, monitor, and complete the data transfer for cloning.

BTU Calculation Quick Start Guide

BTU Calculation Quick Setup

Outlines initial setup steps for flow and temperature channels for BTU calculations.

Channel Settings for BTU Calculations

Specifies required unit settings for flow and temperature channels for BTU calculations.

Options Menu for BTU Calculations

Details configuring derived functions, units, and density for BTU calculations.

8900 Display Messages

Unit Power On Title Screen

Displays the main title screen when the unit is powered on.

Save Confirmation Message

Indicates a new selection has been successfully saved.

Return to Menu Directory Message

Shows the transition message when navigating back to the main menu directory.

Return to View Mode Message

Indicates the transition message when returning to the main view mode.

Standard Password Entry Message

Displays the prompt for entering the standard password.

Enhanced Password Entry Message

Displays the prompt for entering the enhanced password.

Invalid Password Message

Notifies the user when an incorrect password has been entered.

Channel Type Change Warning Messages

Alerts the user about data reset when a channel type is changed.

Calibration Menu Access Error

Appears if calibration is attempted before channel types are selected.

Faulty Sensor or Missing Channel Message

Indicates a problem with sensor connection or assignment.

Value Out of Range Message

Alerts the user when a value exceeds allowed limits.

Unassigned Sensor Message

Indicates a sensor is connected but not assigned to any channel.

Self-Explanatory Messages

Covers messages that are self-explanatory for user understanding.

Comm;IO Module Component Failure Messages

Indicates component failures on the Communication or I/O modules.

Pressure Calibration Zero Error

Error message when pressure calibration zero point is invalid.

pH Calibration Buffer Spacing Error

Warns if pH calibration buffers are too close, requiring at least 2 pH units separation.

Load S3 L Devices Messages

Displays messages related to loading S3L devices, including progress and warnings.

PWM Relay Mode Period Constraints

Specifies the valid range for relay period in PWM mode.

Proportional Pulse Relay Mode Rate Constraints

Defines the minimum and maximum pulse rates for Proportional Pulse relay mode.

Ordering Information

Base Unit Options

Lists available base unit models with back-lit LCD or vacuum fluorescent display.

I;O Module Options

Details the various I/O modules with different input and output configurations.

Power Module Options

Lists the available AC and DC power module options.

Relay Module Options

Specifies the optional internal relay modules (dry-contact or solid-state).

External Relay Module Options

Lists the optional external relay modules for expanding relay capacity.

Additional Output Module Options

Details optional modules for adding more analog outputs.

Mounting and Connection Accessories

Lists accessories like junction boxes, adapters, and liquid tight connectors.

Spare Parts Information

Lists available spare parts such as plugs and panel gaskets.

GF Signet 8900 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandGF Signet
Model8900
CategoryController
LanguageEnglish