EasyManua.ls Logo

NIVELCO UNICONT PMG-500 - User Manual

NIVELCO UNICONT PMG-500
41 pages
Print Icon
To Next Page IconTo Next Page
To Next Page IconTo Next Page
Loading...
UNICONT PM
PMG–500
UNIVERSAL CONTROLLER
Manufacturer:
Process Control Co.
H1043 Budapest, Dugonics u. 11.
Tel.: +36-1-889-0100
E-mail: sales
@
nivelco.com
nivelco.com
USER’S AND PROGRAMMING MANUAL
1
st
edition
PDF

Table of Contents

Question and Answer IconNeed help?

Do you have a question about the NIVELCO UNICONT PMG-500 and is the answer not in the manual?

Summary

Specifications

General Data

Provides general specifications for the UNICONT PM controller, including power, voltage, and environmental conditions.

Accessories and Order Code

Accessories

Lists the included accessories with the UNICONT PM controller, such as the manual and mounting bracket.

Order Code

Explains the coding system used to specify different UNICONT PM controller configurations based on input and output.

Mounting

Outlines and Dimensions

Details the physical dimensions and cutout requirements for mounting the UNICONT PM controller.

Mounting Procedure

Describes the panel mounting procedure for the UNICONT PM controller using the supplied mounting frame.

Wiring

Programming Overview

Parts and Display

Identifies the key components of the UNICONT PM controller's front panel display and buttons.

Startup

Explains the initial power-on sequence and behavior of the UNICONT PM controller.

Input Settings

Details how to configure the universal input type for various sensors and signals.

Input Configuration Details

Input Types

Lists supported input types like thermocouples, RTDs, voltage, and current with their specifications.

Sensor Temperature Unit

Describes how to set the temperature unit (°C or °F) for sensor inputs.

Analog Input Scale Value Settings

Explains setting the input range and display scale for analog input signals.

Low-Limit Input Value

Sets the lower limit for analog input scaling and temperature range.

Upper-Limit Input Value

Sets the upper limit for analog input scaling and temperature range.

Scale Decimal Point Position

Configures the decimal point position for measured and set values.

Lower Limit Scale Value

Sets the display scale for the lower limits of analog input.

Upper Limit Scale Value

Sets the display scale for the upper limits of analog input.

Input Offset Correction

Corrects sensor offset errors for thermocouples, RTDs, and analog inputs.

Input Digital Filter

Stabilizes the Process Value (PV) by filtering rapid input signal changes.

SV Upper and Lower Limits

Limits the Set Value (SV) range within the sensor or analog input limits.

Output Settings

Selecting a Control Output

Allows selection between current loop, SSR, or relay control outputs.

SSR Function

Configures the SSR function for specific control output types.

Current Loop Output Range

Sets the upper and lower range for current loop output (4-20 mA or 0-20 mA).

Control Output Modes

Heating or Cooling Control

Configures the controller for either heating-only or cooling-only operation modes.

Heating & Cooling Control

Sets up the controller for simultaneous heating and cooling control.

Deadband;Overlap Band

Defines deadband or overlap band between heating and cooling control for smoother operation.

MV Upper;Lower Limit Values

Sets the upper and lower limits for the Manipulated Variable (MV) output.

MV Settings for Sensor Break Error

Configures the controller's output behavior upon detecting a sensor break error.

RAMP Settings

Configures ramp rate for gradual changes in setpoint (SV) to prevent sudden temperature shifts.

Auto;Manual Control Settings

Switching Between Manual;Auto Control

Explains how to switch the controller between automatic and manual operating modes.

Initial MV for Manual Control

Sets the initial Manipulated Variable (MV) value when switching to manual control.

Initial MV Manual Control

Sets a preset manual MV value for manual control operations.

Temperature Control Methods

Temperature Control Mode

Selects the temperature control method, such as PID, ON/OFF, or heating/cooling.

ON;OFF Control with Hysteresis

Configures ON/OFF control with hysteresis for stable temperature regulation.

Hysteresis Settings

Adjusts ON/OFF points for hysteresis in ON/OFF control mode.

PID Control

Details PID control parameters for precise temperature regulation.

Proportional Band Settings

Sets the proportional band for heating and cooling PID control.

Integral Time Settings

Configures the integral time for heating and cooling PID control.

Derivative Time Settings

Sets the derivative time for heating and cooling PID control.

Control Period Settings

Sets the control period for heating and cooling, affecting output switching.

Offset Correction; Manual Reset

Corrects stable temperature differences (offset) using manual reset.

Auto-Tuning

Auto-Tuning ON;OFF

Enables or disables the automatic tuning feature to determine PID constants.

Auto-Tuning Mode Settings

Selects the auto-tuning mode (TUN1 or TUN2) for PID tuning.

Alarm Output Functions

Alarm Operation

Configures the basic operation mode for alarms (e.g., deviation, absolute value).

PV Upper Limit Alarm

Sets an alarm when the Process Value (PV) exceeds an upper absolute limit.

PV Lower Limit Alarm

Sets an alarm when the Process Value (PV) falls below a lower absolute limit.

Loop Break Alarm

Detects and alarms for a break in the control loop.

Sensor Error Alarm

Triggers an alarm when a sensor connection is lost.

Heating Error Alarm

Alarms for a fault in the heater's power supply or connection.

Alarm Output Settings

Selects how alarms behave, such as standard, latched, or standby sequence.

Alarm Output Limit Values

Sets the specific values for upper and lower alarm limits.

Alarm Output Hysteresis

Sets the hysteresis for alarm output to prevent rapid switching.

Alarm NO;NC Configuration

Configures the alarm output relay as Normally Open (NO) or Normally Closed (NC).

Alarm Output Delay Settings

Sets delays for alarm output and indicators to avoid false alarms.

Loop Break Alarm (LBA)

Diagnoses control loop integrity by monitoring temperature changes and detecting loop breaks.

LBA Monitoring Period

Sets the monitoring time for the Loop Break Alarm (LBA).

LBA Detection Band

Defines the deviation band used for detecting Loop Break Alarms (LBA).

Sensor Break Alarm

Triggers an alarm if the sensor is disconnected during temperature control.

Heater Burnout Alarm

Detects heater power supply faults using a current transformer (CT).

Heater Burnout Detection Settings

Sets the reference value for detecting heater burnout.

Alarm Output Deactivation

Configures deactivation of alarm outputs via digital input or button.

Analog Transmission

Analog Transmission Output Settings

Configures the output value for analog transmission (e.g., PV, SV).

Transmission Output Limit Values

Sets the upper and lower limit values for analog transmission output.

Communication Settings

Unit Address Settings

Assigns unique addresses to controller units for communication.

BPS (Bits Per Second) Settings

Sets the data transfer rate (baud rate) for communication.

Communication Parity Bit

Configures the parity bit for data error checking during communication.

Communication Stop Bit Settings

Sets the number of stop bits to indicate the end of a data series.

Response Timeout Settings

Configures the timeout for communication responses to prevent errors.

Communication Writing Enable;Disable

Enables or disables parameter modification via communication.

Other Functions

Heating MV Monitoring

Displays the current heating Manipulated Variable (MV).

Cooling MV Monitoring

Displays the current cooling Manipulated Variable (MV).

Heating Current Monitoring

Monitors and displays the current of the controlled heater load.

RUN;STOP Control

Controls the start and stop of the controller's output functions.

Stop Control Output Settings

Sets the output value when the controller is in STOP mode.

Stopping the Alarm Output

Enables or disables the alarm output when the control is stopped.

Multi SV Configuration

Manages multiple Set Values (SVs) for different operating points.

Number of Multi SVs

Sets the quantity of multiple Set Values (SVs) the controller can manage.

Selecting Multi SV Number

Selects which of the configured Multi SVs is currently active.

Multi SV Settings

Configures the specific values for each Multi SV.

Digital Input Terminal Settings

Assigns functions to the digital input terminal DI-1.

Digital Input Button Settings

Assigns functions to the digital input buttons on the front panel.

User Level Settings

Restricts parameter access based on user level (standard or high).

SV Group Lock

Locks SV parameters to prevent modification.

Parameter Group Lock

Locks specific parameter groups to prevent modification.

Reset Parameter

Resets all controller parameters to factory defaults.

Password Settings

Secures parameter access by setting up a password.

Setting Up a Password

Guides through setting up a password for parameter access protection.

Reset Password

Provides instructions for resetting a lost password.

Error Codes

Maintenance, Repair, and Storage

NIVELCO UNICONT PMG-500 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Operating Temperature-20°C to +60°C
ProtectionIP65
ApplicationLevel measurement and control
Output4-20 mA
Power Supply230 V AC or 24 V DC
Housing MaterialPlastic
MaterialNot applicable

Related product manuals