Honeywell HC900 - Introduction; Purpose

Introduction - Purpose
Revision 19 HC900 Process Controller Installation and User Guide vii
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Contents
Introduction ..................................................................................................................... 1
Purpose .............................................................................................................................................. 1
Model Selection Guide ........................................................................................................................ 2
Functional Description ........................................................................................................................ 7
Feature Summary ............................................................................................................................. 10
Components and Architecture ....................................................................................... 13
Overview .......................................................................................................................................... 13
Components ..................................................................................................................................... 13
Redundant components .................................................................................................................... 16
Hardware Components ..................................................................................................................... 18
Ethernet Devices/Considerations ...................................................................................................... 27
I/O Network ...................................................................................................................................... 28
Ethernet Open Connectivity Network................................................................................................. 29
Serial Ports (RS-232 and RS-485 for legacy systems and two RS-485 ports for new systems) .......... 35
Pre-Installation Planning ............................................................................................... 37
Overview .......................................................................................................................................... 37
AC Power Supply Selection for racks with I/O ................................................................................... 38
DC Power Supply ............................................................................................................................. 39
Rack Orientation and Mounting ......................................................................................................... 39
Remote Termination Panels .............................................................................................................. 41
Environment ..................................................................................................................................... 42
Heat Rise De-rating .......................................................................................................................... 43
Cable/Wiring Distance Planning ........................................................................................................ 45
Electrical Considerations................................................................................................................... 47
System Monitor Function Blocks ....................................................................................................... 54
Rack Installation ............................................................................................................ 55
Overview .......................................................................................................................................... 55
Mount Racks .................................................................................................................................... 58
Assemble Controller Rack................................................................................................................. 60
Assemble I/O Expansion Racks ........................................................................................................ 64