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red lion PXU20020 - User Manual

red lion PXU20020
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PXU Series
Temperature/Process Controllers
For Firmware Version 1.5 or Above
Hardware Guide | Jan 2018
LP0932 | Revision E

Questions and Answers

  • B
    Benjamin MaloneAug 5, 2025
    Why can't I access programming on my Red Lion Controller?
    • A
      ajamesAug 5, 2025
      If you cannot access programming on your Red Lion Controller, it could be because an active User Input is programmed for PLOC; deactivate the User Input. Alternatively, you may have entered an incorrect access code. Enter the proper access code at the CodE 0 prompt (111 or -111 is the universal access code).
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    Ryan LopezAug 8, 2025
    Why is there no display on my red lion PXU20020?
    • T
      tracy49Aug 8, 2025
      If there is no display on your Red Lion Controller, it could be due to several reasons. First, check if the power is off. Second, a brown-out condition might be present, so verify the power reading. Third, there might be a loose connection or improper wiring, so check all connections. Lastly, ensure the controller is fully seated into the case by checking the installation.
  • M
    Michael MiddletonAug 13, 2025
    What to do if red lion PXU20020 Controller shows '????' in the top display?
    • X
      xhallAug 14, 2025
      If your Red Lion Controller displays '????' in the top display, it could be due to several reasons. It may be that the input exceeds the range of the controller, so check the input parameters. Alternatively, the temperature might exceed the range of the input probe, so change to an input sensor with a higher temperature range. Also, the transmitter or probe could be defective or incorrect, so replace them. Finally, the temperature may be too high for the probe, so reduce the temperature.
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    tylerwrightAug 18, 2025
    What to do if red lion PXU20020 shows ' . . . ?. . .' or 'IN' in display?
    • S
      stonebradleyAug 18, 2025
      If your Red Lion Controller displays ' . . . ?. . .' or 'IN', it might be because the display value exceeds the 4-digit display range, so check the input parameters. Another reason could be a defective or miscalibrated cold junction circuit, so change the display resolution or scaling.
  • B
    brennanjoshuaAug 22, 2025
    Why is my red lion PXU20020 sluggish or not stable?
    • K
      Kimberly WhiteAug 22, 2025
      If your Red Lion Controller is sluggish or not stable, it could be due to incorrect PID values. Also, the probe location could be incorrect; evaluate its placement.
  • G
    garrettrobertAug 27, 2025
    What to do if red lion PXU20020 shows '????' in display?
    • R
      rlawrenceAug 27, 2025
      If your Red Lion Controller displays '????' in the display, it could be due to a disconnected probe, so check the probe wire or change the probe. Another reason might be a broken or burned-out probe, so check the sensor input type selection.
  • H
    Haley WilsonAug 30, 2025
    What to do if Red Lion Controller shows '????' in top display?
    • A
      Anna CampbellAug 31, 2025
      If your Red Lion Controller displays '????' in the top display, it could be because the input is below the range of the controller, so check the input parameters. It may also be that the temperature is below the range of the input probe, so change to an input sensor with a lower temperature range. Also, the transmitter or probe could be defective or incorrect, so replace the transmitter or probe. Finally, the temperature may be excessively low for the probe, so raise the temperature.

Summary

Safety Summary

General Description

Main Control

Describes PID, On/Off, Manual control modes and output capabilities.

Alarms

Details alarm configuration for high/low acting, deviation, and band alarms.

General Specifications

Sensor Input

Covers sample period, A/D converter, fail response, and rejection ratios.

Input Capabilities

Details accuracy, thermocouple types, impedance, and cold junction compensation.

Output Capabilities

Control Relay Outputs (OUT1;OUT2)

Control SSR Drive Output (OUT1)

Control Analog Output (OUT1)

EMC Installation Guidelines

Setting the Jumpers

Explains how to access and set jumpers for current and remote input types.

Installing the Controller

Wiring the Controller

Wiring Connections

Details rear terminal connections, conductor standards, and grounding.

Controller Power Connections

Guidance on clean power supply and protection for the controller.

Input Connections

Explains wiring for RTD, Thermocouple, CT, and Remote Input types.

Programming Loops

Display;Parameter;Hidden Loop Reference Table

Table listing parameters, descriptions, ranges, and factory settings across loops.

Display Loop

Display;Parameter;Hidden Loop Parameter Descriptions

PID Group

Allows selection of different PID parameter sets for various applications.

Active Setpoint Value

Displays and allows changing the active setpoint value or profile segment number.

Profile Time

Starting Profile

Starting Profile Segment

Output Power Offset

Proportional Band

Integral Time

Derivative Time

Integration Default

Alarm Value

Alarm Reset

Setpoint Select

Auto-Tune Start

Auto Control Mode

Programming: Configuration Loop

Module 1 - Input Parameters (1-17)

Covers configuration of input signal type, scaling, and filtering.

Input Signal Configuration

Setpoint Limits

Setpoint Low Limit

Defines the minimum programmable low setpoint value to restrict the range.

Setpoint High Limit

Defines the maximum programmable high setpoint value to restrict the range.

Remote Input Configuration

Module 2 - Output Parameters (2-DP)

Output 1 Configuration

Configures cycle time, power limits, fail level, and analog scaling for Output 1.

Output 2 Configuration

Configures cycle time, power limits, and fail level for Output 2.

Analog Low Scaling

Analog High Scaling

Module 3 - Lockout Parameters (3-LE)

Access Code

Manages access levels to Display, Parameter, Hidden, and Configuration Loops.

Module 4 - Alarm Parameters (4-AL) (Optional)

Available Alarm Actions

Alarm 1 Configuration

Alarm 1 Action

Selects the action for Alarm 1 (e.g., High, Low, Deviation).

Alarm 1 Annunciator

Sets the alarm annunciator to Normal or Reverse indication.

Alarm 1 Reset Mode

Defines alarm reset behavior as Automatic or Latched.

Alarm 1 Standby

Enables or disables standby mode to prevent nuisance alarms after power-up.

Alarm 1 Value

Sets the alarm threshold value based on process units or degrees.

Alarm 2 Configuration

Alarm 3 Configuration

Module 5 - Control Parameters (5-CP)

PID Group Management

Selects which PID parameter group (1-6) to edit or use for auto-selection.

PID Tuning Parameters

Includes Integral Time, Derivative Time, Integration Default, and Proportional Band.

Module 6 - Profile Module Parameters (6-Pr)

Module 7 - Serial Communications Parameters (7-5 C)

Communication Protocol Settings

Configures communication type, baud rate, data bits, parity, and unit address.

Serial Communications

Modbus Registers

Lists common Modbus registers for reading and writing PXU parameters.

Troubleshooting

Control Mode Explanations

On;Off Control

Describes how the process oscillates around the setpoint with hysteresis for stability.

PID Control

Explains PID control using Proportional, Integral, and Derivative algorithms for precise control.

PID Tuning Explanations

Auto-Tune

Details how Auto-Tune automatically determines PID parameters for optimal control.

Auto-Tune Progress

Auto-Tune Operation (Reverse Acting)

To Quicken Response

PID Adjustments

Process Response Extremes

Manual Tuning

Digital Potentiometer

Setpoint Profile Operation

Controlling a Profile

PXU Modbus Register Table

Frequently Used Registers

Lists common Modbus registers for reading and writing PXU parameters.

red lion PXU20020 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelPXU20020
Communication PortsRS-485
PowerAC Power
CertificationsCE, UL, cUL
TypeController
Input Voltage100 to 240 VAC
Input TypeThermocouple, RTD, Analog Voltage, Analog Current
Output TypeAnalog
DisplayDual LED
Dimensions48 x 48 mm
Power Consumption5 VA max
Humidity20% to 85% RH (non-condensing)

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