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INSTRUCTIONS
Eagle 2000
Hazard Event Monitoring System
List of Illustrations
List of Tables
Figure 1 Simplified Eagle System ....................................2
Table 1 Detector Type Codes .......................................11
Figure 2 Normal Communication over the Digital
Highway .............................................................3 Table 2 Detector Range Codes .....................................11
Figure 3 Communication with a Single Wiring Fault on the Table 3 Fault Codes ......................................................11
Network ..............................................................3 Table 4 Status Conditions Capable of Actuating Relay ...15
Figure 4 Communication with Multiple Wiring Faults on the Table 5 Typical Resistance of Stranded Copper Wire
Network ..............................................................4 at 75C .............................................................17
Figure 5 Network Wiring Fault Affects Communication with Table 6 Baud Rate Selection Switches S6-1, S6-2,
Relay Module and Auxiliary Gateway ................4 S6-3 ..................................................................27
Figure 6 Dimensions of Communication Module and Relay Table 7 Gateway Address Switches S8-1, S8-2 ........27
Module Enclosures in Inches (Centimeters) ......5
Figure 7 Terminal Wiring Board Installed in Junction Box ...7
Figure 8 Dimensions of DCU and Network Extender
Enclosures in Inches (Centimeters) ...................8
Figure 9 Gateway Dimensions in Inches (Centimeters) ....9
Figure 10 Gateway Faceplate ..........................................10
Figure 11 Gateway Multiplexing .......................................12
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INSTRUCTIONS
DET-TRONICS
EAGLE 2000
Hazard Event Monitoring System
Section I
System Overview
NOTE
This manual covers the basic operation of the
communication module, digital communication unit,
gateway, network extender and relay module. It
will not cover any specific detector, host device or
Operator Interface Station. Refer to the appropri-
ate instruction manual for complete information
relating to these devices. While this manual cov-
ers general practices and procedures for installa-
tion and wiring of the Eagle 2000 system, always
refer to the instruction manual provided with each
device for specific instructions.
APPLICATION
Det-Tronics Eagle 2000 is a state-of-the-art hazard
detection monitoring system consisting of any combina-
tion of addressable flame, gas or environmental detec- SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
tors. The system communicates through an RS422 or
RS232 serial port utilizing Modbus protocol to make the The Eagle system can consist of the following components:
systems data available to a variety of host devices. Detector
Communication Gateway (EA2100CG)
FEATURES Digital Communication Unit (EA2200DCU)
Communication Module (EA2300CM)
Field addressable Network Extender (EA2400NE)
Utilizes industry standard Modbus protocol Relay Module (EA2500RM)
Comprehensive data acquisition A host device
Up to 250 devices per loop on a single twisted pair
of wires Shielded twisted pair cable (22 AWG, Level 4) is used to
wire all nodes in a serial communication loop starting
Accommodates a variety of devices with 4 to 20 ma and ending at the gateway. Refer to Figure 1.
or relay contact inputs
Non-volatile memory for alarm and calibration data DETECTOR
Fault tolerant communication loop
Built in diagnostics The Eagle system is compatible with a variety of detec-
tors including flame, combustible gas, toxic gas, oxy-
Compatible with Det-Tronics flame, gas or environ- gen, and environmental monitoring devices. The output
mental sensors of the detector can be a 4 to 20 ma signal, or a digital
Sensor sensitivity trending. contact signal such as a switch closure or relay contact.
Modbus is a registered trademark of Modicon Inc.
OR
DCS
OR
NODE 1 NODE 2 NODE 3 NODE 4
COMMUNICATION
GATEWAY DIGITAL NETWORK
(EA2100CG) COMMUNICATION UNIT EXTENDER
PORT (2) (EA2200DCU) (EA2400NE)
A1551
60 SENSORS AND / OR 2000 METER LOOP
The gateway provides the communication link between Each detector on the loop has its own communication
the communication module/detector and a Det-Tronics module. The communication module enables a conven-
Operator Interface Station, programmable logic con- tional detector to be converted to an addressable
troller (PLC), distributed control system (DCS) or other detector. It provides communication capability for the
host device. Registers in the gateway are used for detector by digitizing a 4 to 20 ma output and transmit-
passing information between the gateway and the host ting the value as a process variable to the gateway. The
or between the gateway and nodes on the network. The communication module can also accept two digital con-
gateway communicates through an RS232 or RS422 tact inputs. In addition, the communication module
serial port using Modbus protocol. sends status and diagnostic information for itself and its
detector to the gateway.
Local annunciation capability is provided using LEDs, a
three digit display, and a twenty segment bar graph dis- The communication module consists of an electronic
play on the faceplate of the gateway. The LEDs indicate printed circuit board incorporating state-of-the-art com-
normal operation, alarm, calibration or fault condition. munication technology, mounted inside a watertight,
When an alarm condition occurs at a node on the net- explosion-proof aluminum junction box. It is designed
work or when a calibration or fault event occurs, the for use in hazardous locations and is typically mounted
address and type of detector are identified on the digital at or near the point of detection.
display, and the percentage of full scale is indicated on
the bar graph. If a single event occurs, the gateway DIP switches on the communication module circuit
display shows the pertinent information for the detector board are used to set the address of the communication
at that specific address. If more than one event should module, enabling the communication gateway to identi-
occur at the same time, the display will sequentially fy each individual detector in the system.
show each detectors information by order of address.
Refer to Section II of this manual for a complete descrip-
Five relays are also provided four fully configurable tion of communication module operation.
alarm relays and one fault relay.
DIGITAL COMMUNICATION UNIT EA2200DCU
The use of additional gateways (each with its own host
connection) is possible, thereby ensuring enhanced The Digital Communication Unit (DCU) digitizes a 4 to 20
system fault tolerance. ma analog signal from a sensor/transmitter and transmits
the value as a process variable to the gateway. The DCU
The communication gateway is a rack mountable device consists of an aluminum enclosure containing a communi-
that occupies two spaces in a standard Det-Tronics cation module circuit board and a terminal wiring board.
mounting rack (in control room location). The communication module circuit board is identical to the
circuit board used in the communication module described
Refer to Section IV of this manual for a complete above. The DCU enables the use of Det-Tronics basic
description of gateway operation. sensor/transmitters, which attach directly to the DCU
enclosure, and provides a means of performing non-intru-
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sive calibration. Unlike the communication module, the NETWORK OPERATION
DCU allows the operator to view three status indicating DURING A FAULT CONDITION
LEDs through a viewing window on the enclosure cover.
The Eagle system utilizes a unique method for detecting
The DCU is available in three different models to allow an open or short in the communication network wiring.
use with a variety of sensing devices. This state-of-the-art feature minimizes the possibility of a
communication breakdown in the event of a wiring fault
Refer to Section III of this manual for a complete in the communication loop and can also serve as an aid
description of DCU operation. in troubleshooting.
All electronic circuitry is contained inside a watertight, NODE 2 PATH A PATH B NODE 7
Refer to Section VI of this manual for a complete Figure 3Communication with a Single Wiring Fault on the Network
description of relay module operation.
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Multiple Wiring Faults Section II
In the event of multiple wiring faults, the nodes between the
EA2300CM
faults will continue to function, but the faults will prevent Communication Module
them from communicating with the main gateway (Figure 4).
In this example, nodes 1 to 4 communicate using one gate- APPLICATION
way port (path A) and nodes 7 and 8 use the other gateway
port (path B). Nodes 5 and 6 are unable to report to the The Eagle Communication Module provides communi-
gateway because they are isolated by the two wiring faults. cation capability for a sensing or control device capable
of generating a 4 to 20 ma signal. In addition to the 4 to
Communication with Relay Modules or 20 ma input, the communication module can also simul-
Auxiliary Gateways taneously accept two digital contact inputs. Designed
for use with the Eagle communication gateway, the com-
It is important to note that data will not pass through munication module provides a unique technique for
the main gateway. This means that when a network detecting and isolating opens or shorts in the field
wiring fault condition exists, devices communicating on wiring. This fault isolation method allows for communi-
one side of the main gateway cannot communicate with cation integrity in the event of a single break or short on
devices on the other side of the gateway (Figure 5). In the communication loop. The communication module
this example, devices communicating along path A can- circuitry is mounted inside an explosion-proof metal
not communicate with devices using path B. housing, which is typically mounted beside the associ-
ated sensing or control device.
In the event of a single wiring fault, normal communica-
tion will continue between all communication modules The Eagle communication module is compatible with
and the main gateway. However, if the system uses a most Det-Tronics flame detection, gas detection or envi-
relay module (Figure 5) and it is configured to monitor ronmental monitoring devices.
nodes on the other side of the fault, those devices will be
unable to report to the relay module. For example, only FEATURES
nodes 4 to 6 (Figure 5) are able to communicate with the
relay module. The relay module cannot receive data Field addressable
from nodes 1 to 3. In the same way, only nodes 1 to 3 Fault isolation
will be able to communicate with the Auxiliary gateway. Pass through communication circuitry on power loss
IMPORTANT 4 to 20 ma analog input
Since it is impossible to predict where a network Two digital contact inputs
fault might occur or exactly what effect it will have Non-volatile memory for logging of alarm and cali-
on actual system operation, it is important to diag- bration events
nose and repair any fault as soon as possible after Sealed 5 ampere SPDT relay
it is detected to ensure reliable system operation.
2 adjustable alarm setpoints
WIRING FAULT 10 bit signal resolution
NODE 4 NODE 5
ADDRESSABILITY
4.1
Module identification (up to 250 nodes) is accomplished (10.4)
STATUS LEDs
B1482
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OUTPUTS Calibration Log
A 5 ampere SPDT relay is provided. When the commu- A log is kept for each calibration. This information can
nication module is used with a U8700 or U8800, the be used by the operator to evaluate the remaining life of
relay output is used to reset the transmitter. The relay is a sensor. An aborted calibration is indicated by zeros in
actuated for 1 second when a reset sensor signal is the zero and span values. The calibration log is cleared
sent to the communication module by the gateway in when the sensor replacement switch is pressed and the
response to a request from the host. calibration is successfully completed.
If the communication module is used with a different The initial calibration is logged in position one, where it
sensor/transmitter, the relay is activated when the alarm remains for the life of the sensor. If more than 8 calibra-
1 threshold is reached. The communication module tions are performed without the sensor replacement
alarm relay is latching and is reset by a command from switch being pressed, the newest calibration data will
the host through the gateway or by cycling power. replace the second oldest so that the initial calibration
data can be saved. The old calibration data will be lost.
The alarm relay is reset by setting the reset sensor bit in This feature enables sensor sensitivity trending to aid in
the communication module control word. If the process maintenance or troubleshooting.
variable is still above the alarm threshold, the relay will
not be reset. Alarm Log
The second digital input is typically used as a simple The explosion-proof, watertight aluminum enclosure is
switch input. The status of this input is reflected in the designed for use in Class I, Division 1, Groups B, C and
communication module status word. This input can be D hazardous locations.
configured as a normal or inverted input.
The enclosure is furnished with two 3/4 inch NPT con-
REED SWITCH duit entries.
A reed switch, located on the terminal board, enables TERMINAL WIRING BOARD
calibration of the sensor without opening the enclosure.
The switch is activated by placing a magnetic calibra- All external wiring is connected to screw terminal con-
tion tool on a specified location on the side of the enclo- nectors on the terminal wiring board located inside the
sure (midway between the two mounting holes, about an junction box (Figure 7). The communication module cir-
inch from the mounting surface). cuit board connects to the terminal wiring board with a
ribbon connector and is mounted inside the junction
EVENT LOGGING box above the terminal wiring board.
AY
EL
R
10 bit signal resolution
1
2 alarm setpoints
2
3
18
Sealed 5 ampere SPDT relay
17
5
16
Non-volatile memory for logging of alarm and cali-
6
15
AY
7
EL
14
bration events
R
8
13
9
12
Non-intrusive one person calibration
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AL ELA
AR Y
EMI hardened
Screw terminal connectors.
SPECIFICATIONS
DO NOT RUN WIRES IN THIS AREA.
KEEP CLEAR FOR RIBBON CABLE CONNECTOR. A1556
INPUT VOLTAGE
* TO ACTIVATE THE REED SWITCH, HOLD THE MAGNETIC CALIBRATION TOOL AGAINST
THE SIDE OF THE ENCLOSURE MIDWAY BETWEEN THE TWO MOUNTING HOLES,
18 to 32 vdc.
APPROXIMATELY AN INCH ABOVE THE MOUNTING SURFACE FOR COMMUNICATION
MODULES, UNIVERSAL DCUs AND COMBUSTIBLE GAS DCUs, AND APPROXIMATELY
3 1/2 INCHES ABOVE THE MOUNTING SURFACE FOR INTRINSICALLY SAFE DCUs. INPUTS
4 to 20 ma analog signal, with an input impedance of
Figure 7Terminal Wiring Board Installed in Junction Box
200 ohms in series with a protection diode. Two digital
contact inputs (switch or relay contacts). One is dedi-
cated to detector calibration. The other is available for
general use, with either a normal or inverted input.
OUTPUTS
Digital communication, transformer isolated (78.5 kbps).
Calibrated 0 to 4095 digital output corresponds to 0 to
full scale current input. Twelve discrete points of status
and diagnostic information are also sent to the gateway.
One SPDT sealed relay, rated 5 amperes resistive at 30
Section III vdc, is activated when the alarm 1 threshold is reached.
EA2200DCU The relay is latching and is reset by the host device when
the process variable is below the alarm threshold.
Digital Communication Unit
POWER CONSUMPTION
APPLICATION DCU with toxic sensor/transmitter:
95 ma maximum during normal operation with relay
The Eagle 2000 Digital Communication Unit (DCU) digi-
energized or during startup.
tizes a 4 to 20 ma analog signal from a basic Det-Tronics
gas sensor/transmitter and transmits the value as a pro- DCU with transmitter and combustible gas sensor:
cess variable to the Eagle communication gateway. In 180 ma maximum during normal operation with
addition to the 4 to 20 ma input, the DCU can also simulta- relay energized, 500 ma during startup.
neously accept two digital (switch or relay contact) inputs.
All circuitry is housed in a single explosion-proof/water- TEMPERATURE RANGE
tight enclosure for location at the area of detection. Operating: 40F to +167F (40C to +75C).
Storage: 67F to +185F (55C to +85C).
The DCU is provided in various configurations, depend-
ing on the type of gas to be detected. (DCUs are avail- SHIPPING WEIGHT (Approximate)
able for use with combustible gas, oxygen and toxic gas 2.2 lb (1.0 kg).
sensor/transmitters.) All DCUs contain a communications
module and a terminal wiring board. DCUs for detecting DIMENSIONS
combustible gas also contain a transmitter board. See Figure 8.
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4.5 (11.4)
0.3 DIA. ENCLOSURE
4.1 (10.4) (0.8)
3.38 (8.4)
The explosion-proof, watertight aluminum enclosure is
designed for use in Class I, Division 1, Groups B, C and
D hazardous locations. It is designed to meet CEN-
ELEC requirements for EEx d IIC T5 hazardous loca-
tions, and is IP66 and NEMA 4 rated. The removable
cover is furnished with a window to allow the operator to
view the three status indicator LEDs on the communica-
tion module PC board.
4.1
The enclosure is furnished with two 3/4 inch NPT con-
(10.4) duit entries.
TEMPERATURE RANGE
+32F to +140F (0C to +60C). A1496
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AUXILIARY GATEWAY Digital Display
Auxiliary gateways are used to connect additional host The digital display is a three digit seven segment dis-
devices to the loop for data acquisition purposes. play. During normal operating conditions, the display
Additional host devices are not able to modify configu- indicates 000. When a system event occurs (alarm,
ration information for the devices on the loop. fault or calibration), the display sequentially shows the
detector address, followed by detector type, followed by
During normal operation, the communication relay for the percent full scale/fault code/calibrate signal.
auxiliary gateway is closed, creating a communication
pass-through circuit for the communication loop wiring. IMPORTANT
The gateway allows simultaneous use of devices
Fault isolation is handled by the communication mod- with various operating ranges. The gateway dis-
ules on either side of the auxiliary gateway. If power is play always reads 0 to 100% full scale. If the oper-
lost to the gateway, a communication pass-through cir- ating range of the reporting sensor is anything
cuit is created. If an auxiliary gateway does not receive other than 0 to 100 units, the gateway display will
a time and date broadcast or heartbeat signal from the indicate a percentage of full scale, not direct engi-
main gateway, its communication relay will open and neering units.
terminate the loop wiring and it will begin generating the
time and date broadcast and heartbeat signal. Detector Address All three digits are on and the deci-
mal point for each digit is also on. Up to 250 addresses
Up to three auxiliary gateways can be used in each are available (displayed 0.0.1. to 2.5.0.).
communication loop. The auxiliary gateway with the
lowest address will generate the time and date broad- Detector Type The first two digits show the detector
cast and heartbeat signal. type code (Table 1). The third digit displays the detec-
tor range code (Table 2).
FACEPLATE DESCRIPTION
Percent/Fault/Calibrate The display follows the sen-
The faceplate provides four RELAY LEDs and one sor input in percent of full scale up to 100% full scale. A
FAULT LED, a digital display, a bar graph display, and a negative sign is used to indicate a negative zero drift
reset pushbutton. See Figure 10. condition.
80
CAL.
RELAY 1 LED
70
Each indication is shown for 3/4 second, followed by a
RELAY 2
60 BAR GRAPH DISPLAY 1/4 second delay before going to the next indication.
50
RELAY 2 LED
40
If a single event occurs, the gateway display will lock on
that specific address. If more than one event should
30
RELAY 3 occur, the digital display and bar graph will track the
20
status of each address where activity is occurring by
RELAY 3 LED
10
RELAY 4 LED
sequencing through each event by order of address.
RELAY 4
RESET PUSHBUTTON
Bar Graph Display
FAULT LED
FAULT
RESET
The 20 segment bar graph display tracks the input sig-
nal from the sensor, providing a 0 to 100% full scale
reading of sensor input.
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Table 1Detector Type Codes LEDs
GAS Five faceplate LEDs are provided for indicating the sta-
01 Ex tus of the gateway relays. The LEDs correspond to the
02 H2S active state of the relay, not the coil condition. When the
03 CL2
relay is reset, the corresponding LED is also reset.
04 CO
05 NH2
06 SO2 RELAYS
07 HCL
08 HCN The gateway is provided with five relays. The relays are
18 Toxic sealed and have form C (SPDT) contacts rated 5
19 O2 amperes resistive at 30 vdc/250 vac. The relays can be
FLAME configured for either normally energized or normally de-
20 UV energized operation.
21 IR
22 UV/IR Four of the relays are general purpose relays and one
functions as a fault relay. The specific function of the
ENVIRONMENTAL
four general purpose relays is programmable through
40 Oil on Water
41 PathWatch Heavy HC the host computer. The fault relay responds to an inter-
42 PathWatch Total HC nal gateway fault or to an open or short condition in the
43 PathWatch Benzene communication network wiring.
44 PathWatch Low Sens
60 Other Each general purpose relay has three configuration reg-
isters. The first designates a starting node address, the
GATEWAY/RELAY MODULE
second designates an ending node address, and the
80 Main Gateway third is a trigger configuration register.
81 Aux Gateway
82 Backway Gateway
90 Relay Module The starting and ending node address registers designate
a block of nodes on the network that will activate the cor-
responding relay when the required conditions are met.
Table 2Detector Range Codes
The configuration of the trigger register determines the
CODE RANGE conditions to which the relay will respond. The gateway
A 0 to 10 will actuate the relay during an event that matches the
C 0 to 20 trigger register parameters and is within the configured
E 0 to 25 block of node addresses. The configurable event
H 0 to 50 options include communication network fault, sensor
J 0 to 100 fault, sensor calibration, alarm, input 2 active and node
L 0 to 200 not communicating.
P 0 to 500
U 0 to 1000 The relays can be configured for latching or non-latching
4 to 20 ma operation. If latching operation is selected, the relays will
remain on until they are reset by pressing the reset push-
button on the gateway faceplate, by activating an exter-
Table 3Fault Codes
nal reset switch, or by soft command through the gate-
way control word. The reset function resets the relay,
F10 = sensor/detector fault (com mod status bits 3 or 12) regardless of the status of the initiating device. This
F20 = com mod fault (com mod status bits 1, 2 or 8)
allows additional events to trigger the same relay, even
F30 = network fault detected by gateway
(bar graph will show 20 segments on) though the first device may still be in a triggering mode.
F31 = loss of power to main gateway
(bar graph will show 20 segments on) AUTOMATIC DIAGNOSTICS
F32 = right heartbeat fault
F40 = reset or external reset of gateway The gateway features self-testing circuitry that checks
held longer than 30 seconds for problems that could prevent proper system
F50 = gateway communication channel 1 fault response. The gateway performs two forms of diagnos-
F51 = gateway communication channel 2 fault tics self diagnostics and communication loop device
F60 = invalid configuration, unable to configure diagnostics. Self diagnostic tests monitor the condition
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of the gateway and set the fault bit in the gateway status HOST
word in the event of a problem. A watchdog timer
resets the gateway if its software gets caught in a loop.
MULTIPLEXER
In the second form of diagnostics, the gateway provides
a watchdog timer for each configured device on the
loop. Each time the device reports to the gateway, the
timer accumulator is reset to zero and the timer starts
over. If a device does not respond before its watchdog GATEWAY GATEWAY GATEWAY
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HUMIDITY GENERAL INFORMATION
0 to 95% RH at 70C.
SYSTEM CAPACITY
WIRING
The communication network requires 22 AWG level 4 Eagle system technology allows the main gateway to
shielded twisted pair wire. Other wiring should be 18 support a communication loop consisting of up to 60
AWG minimum. detection nodes, with up to 2000 meters of connecting
wiring. Each network extender that is added to the loop
ENCLOSURE RATINGS allows it to be expanded by the same amount - up to 60
Designed to meet FM and CSA requirements for Class I, detectors with an additional 2000 meters of wiring. A sin-
Division 1, Groups B, C and D; and is NEMA 4 rated. It gle communication loop can accommodate up to 6 net-
is designed to meet CENELEC requirements for EEx d work extenders, with a total of no more than 250 nodes
IIC T5 hazardous locations, and is IP66 rated. and up to 10,000 meters of wiring (Figures 12 and 13).
A1596
The enclosure is furnished with two 3/4 inch NPT con- TOTAL LOOP CAPACITY: 60 NODES, 2000 METERS
duit entries. Figure 12Basic Eagle System with One Gateway
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HOST
NODE NODE
NETWORK NETWORK
EXTENDER EXTENDER
NODE NODE NODE NODE NODE NODE NODE NODE NODE NODE NODE
The relay module must be configured to operate in either The relay can be manually forced into the on or off state
of two modes the common alarm mode or the voting by the host device through the gateway.
mode. These modes determine the conditions needed
for the relay module to generate an output and also When operating in the common alarm mode, the relay is
identify the group of detection nodes on the communica- latching and can be reset by the host device when
tion loop that will be monitored by the relay module. events or system status conditions specified for relay
actuation no longer exist. When operating in the voting
Common Alarm Mode mode, the relay module can be programmed for either
latching or non-latching operation.
When operating in the common alarm mode, the relay
module performs an or function, actuating its relay STATUS UPDATE
when any of the nodes within its group are in a status
condition specified for relay actuation (Table 4). In the The relay module sends a status message to the gate-
common alarm mode, the group of detection nodes mon- way at a field programmable rate between 1 and 10 sec-
itored by the relay module consists of a block of sequen- onds. The status message contains the present condi-
tial addresses that is defined by a starting and an ending tion of the output and fault isolation relays, the two digital
address. These two addresses are programmed at the inputs, fault status, and the force relay on/off status.
time of system configuration. The relay module responds
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ADDRESSABILITY All external wiring is connected to screw terminal con-
nectors on the terminal wiring board that is factory
Relay module identification is accomplished by setting mounted inside the enclosure. The electronic module is
rocker switches on an eight position DIP switch located on mounted inside the enclosure above the terminal wiring
the electronic module. Valid addresses are from 5 to 110. board and is connected to the terminal wiring board
with a ribbon cable.
NOTE
Each relay module constitutes a node on the com- ENCLOSURE
munication loop and counts as one of the 250
nodes maximum allowed on the total communica- The watertight, explosion-proof aluminum enclosure is
tion loop. designed for use in Class I, Division 1, Groups B, C and
D hazardous locations. It is designed to meet CEN-
EVENT LOGGING ELEC requirements for EEx d IIC T5 hazardous loca-
tions, and is IP66 rated.
The relay module maintains a log of the eight most
recent alarm events. Time and date are logged for each The enclosure is furnished with two 3/4 inch NPT con-
alarm. A maximum of eight events can be stored. If duit entries.
more than eight alarm events are logged, the oldest
events will be lost. Section VII
STATUS LEDs System Installation
Three LEDs are located at the center of the PC board on GENERAL WIRING REQUIREMENTS
the electronic module. (The cover must be removed
from the enclosure in order to view the LEDs.) NOTE
The wiring procedures in this manual are intended
The green LED serves as a power-on indicator and is to ensure proper functioning of the device under
illuminated whenever power is applied. During normal normal conditions. However, because of the many
operation, only the green LED is on. variations in wiring codes and regulations, total
compliance to these ordinances cannot be guaran-
The red LED indicates an alarm or fault condition. The teed. Be certain that all wiring complies with appli-
flashing rate of the red LED indicates the following con- cable regulations that relate to the installation of
ditions: electrical equipment in a hazardous area. If in
doubt, consult a qualified official before wiring the
On steady = Alarm condition system.
Blinking = Fault condition.
All devices on the Eagle communication network are
An alarm condition has priority over a fault condition. wired in a serial loop that starts and ends at the gate-
way. The use of 22 AWG level 4 shielded twisted pair
The amber LED is provided for factory diagnostic purpos- cable is required for wiring the communication network.
es and is not normally used in the field. A flashing amber For other system wiring, 18 AWG minimum is recom-
LED indicates a problem with the communication chip. mended. All shields should be grounded at only one
end to prevent ground currents.
FAULT TOLERANT NETWORK
NOTE
The relay module utilizes the same unique fault isolation The recommended procedure for grounding the
technique for detecting a network wiring fault as the shields of the communication loop wiring requires
Eagle communication modules. The relay module con- the shields to be connected to each other inside
tains both the software and hardware to isolate it in the the enclosure of each device on the loop, ensuring
event of a wiring fault. This allows communication to continuity of all shields on the loop. However, to
continue through the remainder of the network. prevent ground currents from flowing through the
shield, the ends of the shield must be left discon-
WIRING nected at a single point on the loop (typically at a
node midway around the loop). The shields must
The serial communication loop is wired using level 4, 22 not be connected to earth ground at any of the
AWG shielded twisted pair wire. Wiring for power, device enclosures. The two shield ends are con-
inputs and outputs must be 18 AWG minimum. nected to earth ground at the gateway (Figure 15).
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breathing. Moisture in the air can condense at the
NODE GATEWAY NODE
base of vertical conduit runs and equipment enclosures,
and can build up over a period of time. This can be
detrimental to electronic devices. To eliminate this con-
dition, explosion-proof drains and breathers should be
installed to automatically bleed off accumulated water.
B1611
NOTE
NOTE: SHIELDS GROUNDED AT GATEWAY ONLY. Any deviation from the recommended wiring prac-
SHIELDS CONNECTED TO EACH OTHER (NOT TO GROUND)
AT EACH NODE BUT OPEN AT ONE NODE NEAR MIDDLE OF LOOP. tices can compromise system operation. Consult
Figure 15Recommended Grounding for Cable Shields the factory if different wiring types or methods are
being considered.
Moisture can have a detrimental effect on the perfor-
mance of electronic devices. Therefore, it is important NOTE
to take proper precautions during installation to ensure Many Eagle system electronic modules contain semi-
that moisture will not come in contact with the electrical conductor devices that are susceptible to damage by
connections or components of the system. electrostatic discharge. An electrostatic charge can
build up on the skin and discharge when an object is
In installations that do not use wiring conduit, the use of touched. Therefore, use caution when handling, tak-
properly installed watertight glands is required to pre- ing care not to touch the terminals or electronic com-
vent the entry of moisture into the device enclosure. ponents. For more information on proper handling,
refer to Service Memo form 75-1005.
In applications where the wiring cable is installed in
conduit, the conduit must not be used for wiring to other DETERMINING GAUGE OF POWER
electrical equipment. In addition, the use of conduit WIRING
seals is required to prevent damage to electrical con-
nections caused by condensation within the conduit. To ensure proper operation of the devices on the com-
munication loop, it is important to consider the size of
Conduit seals must be watertight and explosion-proof the power wiring. Since the resistance of the wiring will
and are to be installed even if they are not required by cause a drop in voltage across the wiring, the operating
local wiring codes. A seal must be located as close to voltage at the input of the devices on the loop will be
the enclosure as possible. In no case should this seal lower than the voltage at the output of the power supply.
be located more than 18 inches (46 cm) from the If the total resistance of the wiring is too great, the oper-
device. ating voltage will be too low for the device to operate
properly. The following list of variables must be consid-
When pouring a seal, the use of a fiber dam is required ered when selecting the power wiring:
to assure proper formation of the seal. Seals should
never be poured in temperatures that are below freez- Wire size. For any given length of wire, the total resis-
ing, since the water in the sealing compound will freeze tance is determined by the gauge of the wire. Table 5
and the compound will not dry properly. Contamination shows the resistance of various wire gauges for each
problems can result when temperatures rise above the 1000 feet of copper wire.
freezing point and the compound thaws.
Wiring length. The total resistance of a length of wire
The shielding of the cable should be stripped back to increases in direct proportion to the length of the wire.
permit the seal to form around the individual leads,
rather than around the outside of the shield. This will Table 5Typical Resistance for Stranded Copper Wire at 75C
prevent any siphoning action that can occur through the
inside of the shield. Wire Size Ohms per 1,000 Feet
(AWG) at 75C
It is recommended that conduit breathers also be used.
18 7.765
In some applications, alternate changes in temperature 16 4.884
and barometric pressure can cause breathing, which 14 3.071
allows the entry and circulation of moist air throughout 12 1.931
the conduit. Joints in the conduit system and its com- 10 1.215
ponents are seldom tight enough to prevent this 8 0.764
17 95-8424
Temperature. Resistance increases as operating tem- Example B:
perature rises. Calculate resistance at a worst case
How many combustible gas DCUs can operate at
temperature of 75C. See Table 5.
the end of a 1000 foot length of 14 AWG wire?
Type of device. Refer to the Specifications section for
Voltage Resistance = Current (Ohms law)
current ratings. Always consider the maximum (not
nominal) current draw of each device. This typically
Maximum allowable voltage drop resistance for
occurs at startup and/or when relays are energized.
1000 ft. of 14 AWG wire = maximum current draw
Note that combustible gas DCUs draw considerably
more current than other DCU models.
6 vdc 3.071 ohms = 1.95 amps
Number of units per wiring run. Add the totals of all
1.95 amps 500 ma (current draw per unit) = 4
units on the wiring run.
units
Allowable voltage drop. The DCU needs a minimum
Example C:
of 18 vdc (measured at the DCU) to ensure proper oper-
ation. Subtract 18 vdc from the power supply output What wire size is needed to power 10 combustible
voltage to determine the maximum allowable voltage gas DCUs at a distance of 500 feet from the power
drop. supply?
The maximum wiring limits can be calculated using 10 units x 500 ma (maximum current draw per
Ohms law and the information in Table 5. unit) = 5 amps (total current draw at startup)
18
COMMUNICATION MODULE A
1
AND DCU WIRING NETWORK IN
2 B
A
1. Determine the best mounting locations for the 3
NETWORK OUT
B
detectors. Whenever practical, detectors should be 22 AWG LEVEL 4
4
placed where they are easily accessible for SHIELDED TWISTED PAIR 5 + GROUND SHIELD
+ AT ONE END ONLY
calibration. Gas sensors should be pointing down to 6
24 VDC POWER INPUT
minimize the accumulation of contaminants on the 7
filter and to ensure proper operation. Junction boxes 8
10 NO RELAY
NOTE 16 4 TO 20 MA
Do not apply power to the system with the junction 17
+
DETECTOR POWER
(24 VDC)
box cover removed unless the area has been de- 18
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}
BINARY VALUE 1 2 4 8 16 32 64 128
LEAVE IN
CAUTION OPEN POSITION
NODE ADDRESS EQUALS THE ADDED VALUE
The gateway and communication modules will be OF ALL CLOSED ROCKER SWITCHES A1557
damaged if power is inadvertently applied to the Figure 17Communication Module Address Switches
communication lines. The communication module
is protected against damage caused by switching 8. Inspect the junction box O-ring to be sure that it is in
polarity of the power lines. good condition and properly installed. Lubricate the
O-ring and the threads of the junction box cover with
5. Check the wiring to ensure proper connections, a thin coat of an appropriate grease to ease installa-
then pour the conduit seals and allow them to dry (if tion and ensure a water-tight enclosure. The recom-
conduit is being used). mended lubricant is a silicone free polyalphaolefin
grease, available from Det-Tronics. If the installation
6. Set the node address for the communication mod- uses catalytic type combustible gas sensors, it is
ule. Valid addresses are from 1 to 250. If the imperative that lubricants containing silicone not be
address is set to zero or an address above 250, the used, since they will cause irreversible damage to
communication module will ignore the switch set- the sensor. Place the cover on the junction box.
ting. Duplicated addresses are not automatically Tighten only until snug. Do not over tighten.
detected. All modules with the same address will
report on that address. The status word will show TYPICAL APPLICATIONS
the latest update, which could be from any of the
reporting modules at that address. Figure 18 illustrates a typical system consisting of com-
munication modules used with a U8700 or U8800
Address selection is accomplished by setting rocker Transmitter.
switches on the DIP switch assembly on the commu-
nication module circuit board. Each rocker switch Figure 19 illustrates communication modules or DCUs
has a specific binary value (Figure 17). The node with toxic gas sensors.
address is equal to the added value of all closed
rocker switches. All open switches are ignored. For Figure 20 shows communication modules or DCUs with
example: for node No. 5, close rocker switches 1 combustible gas sensors and transmitters. (A DCU has
and 3 (binary values 1 + 4); for node 25, close rock- the combustible gas transmitter mounted inside the
er switches 1, 4 and 5 (binary values 1 + 8 + 16). DCU enclosure.)
7. Install the electronic module inside the junction box. Figure 21 illustrates a typical system consisting of com-
Refer to Figure 7. Be sure that the ribbon cable is munication modules with various flame detection devices.
properly connected.
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GATEWAY/
COM MOD
CHASSIS GROUND
1 18
A DETECTOR POWER + ALARM
2 NETWORK IN 17
B (24 VDC) ALARM
3 16
A 4 TO 20 MA IN CALIBRATE
4 NETWORK OUT 15
B IN 2 CALIBRATE
5 DIGITAL INPUT 2 14
+ COM FAULT
6 13
+ IN 1 FAULT
7 24 VDC POWER INPUT DIGITAL INPUT 1 12
COM +
8 11 POWER
NC
9 RELAY 10
RELAY COMMON NO SENSOR
RESET
COMMUNICATION MODULE
4 TO 20 MA
+
EAGLE U8700
(JUMPERED FOR NON-ISOLATED CURRENT OUTPUT)
CHASSIS GROUND
1 18
A DETECTOR POWER + ALARM
2 NETWORK IN 17
B (24 VDC) ALARM
3 16
A 4 TO 20 MA IN CALIBRATE
4 NETWORK OUT 15
B IN 2 CALIBRATE
5 DIGITAL INPUT 2 14
+ COM FAULT
6 13
+ IN 1 FAULT
7 24 VDC POWER INPUT DIGITAL INPUT 1 12
COM
8 11
NC 4 TO 20 MA
9 RELAY 10
RELAY COMMON NO RESET SENSOR
+
COMMUNICATION MODULE POWER
+ EAGLE U8800
GATEWAY/ POWER
COM MOD SUPPLY NOTES A1650
1. WIRING TYPE
22 AWG SHIELDED TWISTED PAIR
Figure 18A Typical Application Communication Module with an Eagle U8700 or U8800 Detector
NOTE
Close switch to enable function.
20
1 17
422 TXD + C
2 18
422 TXD K1 NO
3 19
CHASSIS GND NC
4 20
+ C
5 24 VDC 21
K2 NO
6 22
422 RXD + NC
7 23
422 RXD C
8 24
EXT RESET K3 NO
9 25
COM NC
10 26
232 TXD C
11 27
232 RXD K4 NO
12 28
COM NC
13 29
A C
14 NET 0 30
B FAULT NO
15 31
A NET 1 NC
16 32
B CHASSIS GND
+ GATEWAY
24 VDC
CHASSIS SENSOR
1 18
A DETECTOR POWER + RED
2 NETWORK IN 17
B (24 VDC) BLACK
3 16
A 4 TO 20 MA IN GREEN
4 NETWORK OUT 15
B IN 2
5 DIGITAL INPUT 2 14
+ COM
6 13
+ IN 1
7 24 VDC POWER INPUT DIGITAL INPUT 1 12
COM
8 11
NC
9 RELAY 10
RELAY COMMON NO
COMMUNICATION MODULE/DCU
CHASSIS SENSOR
1 18
A DETECTOR POWER + RED
2 NETWORK IN 17
B (24 VDC) BLACK
3 16
A 4 TO 20 MA IN GREEN
4 NETWORK OUT 15
B IN 2
5 DIGITAL INPUT 2 14
+ COM
6 13
+ IN 1
7 24 VDC POWER INPUT DIGITAL INPUT 1 12
COM
8 11
NC
9 RELAY 10
RELAY COMMON NO
A1588
COMMUNICATION MODULE/DCU
WIRING TYPE
22 AWG SHIELDED TWISTED PAIR
Figure 19A Typical Application Communication Modules or DCUs with Toxic Gas Sensors
COMMUNICATION MODULE/DCU
1 18
A DETECTOR POWER + + RED
2 NETWORK IN 17 POWER
B (24 VDC) WHITE
3 16 SENSOR
A 4 TO 20 MA IN 4 TO 20 NC
4 NETWORK OUT 15
B IN 2 BLACK
5 DIGITAL INPUT 2 14
+ COM GAS TRANSMITTER
6 13
+ IN 1
7 24 VDC POWER INPUT DIGITAL INPUT 1 12
COM
8 11
NC
9 RELAY 10
RELAY COMMON NO
COMMUNICATION MODULE/DCU
1 18
A DETECTOR POWER + + RED
2 NETWORK IN 17 POWER
B (24 VDC) WHITE
3 16 SENSOR
A 4 TO 20 MA IN 4 TO 20 NC
4 NETWORK OUT 15
B IN 2 BLACK
5 DIGITAL INPUT 2 14
+ COM GAS TRANSMITTER
6 13
+ IN 1
7 24 VDC POWER INPUT DIGITAL INPUT 1 12
COM
8 11
NC
9 RELAY 10
RELAY COMMON NO
COMMUNICATION MODULE/DCU
1 17
422 TXD + C
2 18
422 TXD K1 NO
3 19
CHASSIS GND NC
4 20
+ C
5 24 VDC 21
K2 NO
6 22
422 RXD + NC
7 23
422 RXD C
+ 24
8
EXT RESET K3 NO
9 25
POWER COM NC
SUPPLY 10 26 NOTES
232 TXD C
11 27
232 RXD K4 NO 1. WIRING TYPE
12 28
COM NC 22 AWG SHIELDED TWISTED PAIR
13 29
A C 2.THREE MODULES SHOWN, 250 MODULES MAXIMUM.
14 NET 0 30
B FAULT NO
15 31 3.SHIELD CONNECTED AT ONE END ONLY.
A NET 1 NC
16 32
B CHASSIS GND
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GATEWAY
Figure 20A Typical Application Communication Modules or DCUs with Combustible Gas Sensors and Transmitters
22
FIRE PANEL
GROUND
FAULT
MONITOR
FAULT FIRE
1 + + 11
1 18
A + 2 12
DETECTOR POWER
2 NETWORK IN 17
B (24 VDC) 3 + + 13
3 16 4 TO 20
A 4 TO 20 MA IN 4 14
4 NETWORK OUT 15
5
oi 15
B IN 2
5 DIGITAL INPUT 2 14
+ COM 6 16
6 13 FIRE
+ + IN 1 7 17
24 7 24 VDC POWER INPUT DIGITAL INPUT 1 12
COM 8 18
VDC
8 11
NC 9 19
9 RELAY 10 FAULT
RELAY COMMON NO 10 20
U7698E
COMMUNICATION MODULE
CON 2 CON 1
1 18 +
A + 1 1
DETECTOR POWER
2 NETWORK IN 17
B (24 VDC) 2 2
3 16 oi
A 4 TO 20 MA IN 3 3
4 NETWORK OUT 15
B IN 2 4 4
5 DIGITAL INPUT 2 14 FIRE
+ COM 5 5
6 13
+ IN 1 6 6
7 24 VDC POWER INPUT DIGITAL INPUT 1 12
23
COM 7 7
8 11 FAULT
NC 8 8
9 RELAY 10
RELAY COMMON NO 9 4 TO 20 + 9
U7652C4
COMMUNICATION MODULE
C
NO FAULT oi
1 18
A DETECTOR POWER + NC
2 NETWORK IN 17
B (24 VDC) +
3 16
A 4 TO 20 MA IN 4 TO 20
4 NETWORK OUT 15
B IN 2
5 DIGITAL INPUT 2 14
+ COM C
6 13
+ IN 1 NO FIRE
7 24 VDC POWER INPUT DIGITAL INPUT 1 12
COM NC
8 11
NC
9 RELAY 10 END OF LINE RESISTOR
RELAY COMMON NO U7602
COMMUNICATION MODULE
A1652
Figure 21A Typical Application Communication Modules with Flame Detection Devices
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RACK PART NUMBER CONTROLLER
TYPE 005269-XXX POSITIONS FOR: HT: DIM. (A) DIM. (B) DIM. (C) DIM. (D) DIM. (E) WEIGHT
FIRE GAS INCH MM INCH MM INCH MM INCH MM INCH MM LB KG
4U 001 8 16 4U 19.00 482.6 18.30 464.8 17.36 440.9 4.00 101.6 6.97 177.1 9.3 4.2
4U 002 6 12 4U 15.06 382.6 14.36 364.7 13.42 340.9 7.6 3.5
4U 003 4 8 4U 11.13 282.6 10.43 264.9 9.49 241.1 5.9 2.7
4U 004 3 6 4U 9.16 232.7 8.46 214.9 7.52 191.0 5.1 2.3
4U 005 2 4 4U 7.19 182.7 6.49 164.9 5.55 141.0 4.2 1.9
4U 006 1 2 4U 5.22 132.6 4.52 114.8 3.58 90.9 3.1 1.4
3U 007 16 3U 19.00 482.6 18.30 464.8 17.36 440.9 2.25 57.15 5.22 132.6 9.3 4.2
3U 008 12 3U 15.06 382.6 14.36 364.7 13.42 340.9 7.6 3.5
3U 008 8 3U 11.13 282.6 10.43 264.9 9.49 241.1 5.9 2.7
3U 010 6 3U 9.16 232.7 8.46 214.9 7.52 191.0 5.1 2.3
3U 011 4 3U 7.19 182.7 6.49 164.9 5.55 141.0 4.2 1.9
3U 012 2 3U 5.22 132.6 4.52 114.8 3.58 90.9 3.1 1.4
(A)
(B)
(C)
1.48 (37.59)
(D)
(E)
A1476
24
1 18
1 17 A DETECTOR POWER +
422 TXD + C 2 NETWORK IN 17
2 18 B (24 VDC)
422 TXD K1 NO 3 16
3 19 A 4 TO 20 MA IN
CHASSIS GND NC 4 NETWORK OUT 15
4 20 B IN 2
+ C 5 DIGITAL INPUT 2 14
5 24 VDC 21 + COM
K2 NO 6 13
6 22 + IN 1
422 RXD + NC 7 24 VDC POWER INPUT DIGITAL INPUT 1 12
7 23 COM
422 RXD C 8 11
8 24 NC
EXT RESET K3 NO 9 RELAY 10
9 25 RELAY COMMON NO
COM NC
10 26 +
232 TXD C COMMUNICATION MODULE/DCU
11 27 POWER
232 RXD K4 NO
28 SUPPLY
12 CHASSIS
COM NC
29 1 18
13 A + ALARM
A C DETECTOR POWER
NET 0 30 2 NETWORK IN 17
14 B (24 VDC) ALARM
B FAULT NO
31 3 16
15 A 4 TO 20 MA IN CALIBRATE
A NC
NET 1 32 4 NETWORK OUT 15
16 B IN 2 CALIBRATE
B CHASSIS GND
5 DIGITAL INPUT 2 14
A1648 + COM FAULT
6 13
+ IN 1 FAULT
7 24 VDC POWER INPUT DIGITAL INPUT 1 12
Figure 24Gateway Terminal Configuration COM
8 11
NC 4 TO 20
9 RELAY 10 GREEN
RELAY COMMON NO RESET SENSOR
RED
+
COMMUNICATION MODULE/DCU POWER BLACK
EAGLE U8700/U8800
1 18
A DETECTOR POWER +
2 NETWORK IN 17
25
B (24 VDC)
3 16
A 4 TO 20 MA IN
4 NETWORK OUT 15
B IN 2
5 DIGITAL INPUT 2 14
+ COM
6 13
+ IN 1
7 24 VDC POWER INPUT DIGITAL INPUT 1 12
COM
8 11
NC
9 RELAY 10
RELAY COMMON NO
COMMUNICATION MODULE/DCU
1 17
422 TXD + C
2 18
422 TXD K1 NO
3 19
CHASSIS GND NC
4 20
OIS + C
5 24 VDC 21
K2 NO
NOTE 3 6 22
422 RXD + NC
7 23
422 RXD C
8 24
EXT RESET K3 NO
9 25
COM NC
10 26 NOTES
232 TXD C
11 27
232 RXD K4 NO 1. WIRING TYPE
12 28
COM NC 22 AWG SHIELDED TWISTED PAIR
13 29
A C 2.SHIELD CONNECTED AT ONE END ONLY
14 NET 0 30
B FAULT NO
15 31 3. OIS: OPERATOR INTERFACE SYSTEM
A NET 1 NC
16 32
B CHASSIS GND
A1545
GATEWAY
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Figure 25A Typical Eagle System with Gateway, Communication Modules and OIS
1 17
422 TXD + C
2 18
422 TXD K1 NO
3 19
CHASSIS GND NC
4 20
+ C
5 24 VDC 21
K2 NO
6 22
422 RXD + NC
7 23
422 RXD C
8 24
EXT RESET K3 NO
9 25
COM NC
10 26
232 TXD C
11 27
232 RXD K4 NO
12 28
COM NC
13 29
A C
14 NET 0 30
B FAULT NO
15 31
A NC
16 NET 1 32
B CHASSIS GND
+ GATEWAY
24 VDC
CHASSIS SENSOR
1 18
A DETECTOR POWER + RED
2 NETWORK IN 17
B (24 VDC) BLACK
3 16
A 4 TO 20 MA IN GREEN
4 NETWORK OUT 15
B IN 2
5 DIGITAL INPUT 2 14
+ COM
6 13
+ IN 1
7 24 VDC POWER INPUT DIGITAL INPUT 1 12
COM
8 11
NC
9 RELAY 10
RELAY COMMON NO
COMMUNICATION MODULE/DCU
SHIELD
2 COM A
1
+
NOTE:
+ 24 VDC
1. WIRING TYPE
22 AWG SHIELDED TWISTED PAIR
CHASSIS
1 18
A
2 NETWORK IN 17
B
3 16
A
4 NETWORK OUT 15
B IN 2
5 DIGITAL INPUT 2 14
+ COM
6 13
+ IN 1
7 24 VDC POWER INPUT DIGITAL INPUT 1 12
COM
8 11
NC
9 RELAY 10
RELAY COMMON NO
A1649
RELAY MODULE
Figure 26A Typical Eagle System with Gateway, Communication Module, Network Extender and Relay Module
26
S8 LON CONFIGURATION
Table 6Baud Rate Selection Switches S6-1, S6-2, S6-3
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
28
CALIBRATION ALGORITHM A If the calibration is not completed within 12 minutes, the
(Type Codes 1, 2, 3, 4) for Gas Detectors previous calibration values are restored and the calibra-
tion is logged as aborted. The calibrate LED flashes at
Normal Calibration a 4 Hz rate, the calibrate bit in the status word is reset
and the calibration fault bit is set.
1. Activate the reed switch or input 1 on the communi-
cation module (See Figure 29). The red LED blinks
Calibration After Sensor Replacement
at a 2 Hz rate while the reed switch or input 1 is
closed. 1. Open the junction box cover and press the sensor
replacement switch.
2. After the reed switch has been closed for 3 sec-
onds, the calibrate LED on the communication mod- 2. The calibrate LED on the communication module
ule flashes at a 1 Hz rate, indicating that it is ready flashes at a 1 Hz rate, indicating it is ready for the
for the zero input. The calibrate bit in the communi- zero input. The calibrate bit in the status word is
cation module status word is set. set.
3. Apply the zero input (4 ma). 3. Replace the sensor and apply the zero input (4 ma).
4. Activate the reed switch or input 1 on the communi- 4. Activate the reed switch or input 1 on the communi-
cation module. The red LED will blink at a 2 Hz rate cation module. The red LED blinks at a 2 Hz rate for
for 3 seconds while the reed switch or input 1 is 3 seconds while the reed switch or input 1 is closed.
closed.
5. The communication module records the uncalibrat-
5. After the reed switch or input 1 has been closed for ed value in position one of the calibration log and
3 seconds, the communication module records the calibrates the zero value. The calibrate LED goes
uncalibrated value in the calibration log and cali- on steady.
brates the zero value. The calibrate LED goes on
6. Apply the calibration gas.
steady.
7. The calibrate LED blinks at a 1 Hz rate when the
6. Apply the calibration gas.
input increases.
7. The calibrate LED blinks at a 1 Hz rate when the
8. Activate the reed switch or input 1 on the communi-
input increases.
cation module. The red LED blinks at a 2 Hz rate for
8. Activate the reed switch or input 1 on the communi- 3 seconds while the reed switch or input 1 is closed.
cation module. The red LED blinks at a 2 Hz rate
9. The communication module records the uncalibrat-
while the reed switch or input 1 is closed.
ed value in the first register of the calibration log
9. The communication module records the uncalibrat- and calibrates the span value.
ed value in the calibration log and calibrates the
10. The calibrate LED goes on steady.
span value after the reed switch or input 1 is on for
3 seconds. 11. Remove the span gas and return the analog input to
normal.
10. The calibrate LED goes on steady.
12. Activate the reed switch or input 1 on the communi-
11. Remove the span gas and return the analog input to
cation module. The red LED blinks at a 2 Hz rate for
normal.
3 seconds while the reed switch or input 1 is closed.
12. Activate the reed switch or input 1 on the communi-
13. The calibration is complete. The calibrate LED
cation module. The red LED blinks at a 2 Hz rate for
turns off and the calibrate bit in the status word is
3 seconds while the reed switch or input 1 is closed.
reset.
13. The calibration is complete. The calibrate LED turns
off and the calibrate bit in the status word is reset. Pressing the sensor replacement switch aborts the cali-
bration and starts over. Resetting the communication
module will abort sensor replacement.
REED SWITCH
ANALOG IN
LED
A1555
ACCEPT ZERO ACCEPT SPAN
IN ONE
TRENDING SPAN CALIBRATED SPAN
OLD SPAN
ANALOG IN
CALIBRATION ALGORITHM A Calibration After Sensor Replacement
(Type Codes 1, 2, 3, 4) for Environmental Monitors
1. Open the communication module junction box
cover and press the sensor replacement switch.
Normal Calibration
2. The calibrate LED on the communication module
1. Activate the reed switch or input 1 on the communi-
flashes at a 1 Hz rate, indicating it is ready for the
cation module. The red LED blinks at a 2 Hz rate
zero input. The calibrate bit in the status word is
for 3 seconds while the reed switch or input 1 is
set.
closed.
3. Perform the PathWatch zero calibration.
2. The calibrate LED on the communication module
flashes at a 1 Hz rate, indicating that it is ready for 4. Activate the reed switch or input 1 on the communi-
the zero input. The calibrate bit in the communica- cation module. The red LED blinks at a 2 Hz rate
tion module status word is set. for 3 seconds while the reed switch or input 1 is
closed.
3. Perform the PathWatch zero calibration.
5. The communication module records the uncalibrat-
4. Activate the reed switch or input 1 on the communi-
ed value in position one of the calibration log and
cation module. The red LED will blink at a 2 Hz rate
calibrates the zero value. The calibrate LED goes
for 3 seconds while the reed switch or input 1 is
on steady.
closed.
6. Perform the PathWatch span calibration.
5. The communication module records the uncalibrat-
ed value in the calibration log and calibrates the 7. The calibrate LED blinks at a 1 Hz rate when the
zero value. The calibrate LED goes on steady. input increases.
6. Perform the PathWatch span calibration. 8. Activate the reed switch or input 1 on the communi-
cation module. The red LED blinks at a 2 Hz rate
7. The calibrate LED blinks at a 1 Hz rate when the
for 3 seconds while the reed switch or input 1 is
input increases.
closed.
8. Activate the reed switch or input 1 on the communi-
9. The communication module records the uncalibrat-
cation module. The red LED blinks at a 2 Hz rate
ed value in the first register of the calibration log
for 3 seconds while the reed switch or input 1 is
and calibrates the span value.
closed.
10. The calibrate LED goes on steady.
9. The communication module records the uncalibrat-
ed value in the calibration log and calibrates the 11. Remove the span gas. Re-adjust the zero poten-
span value. tiometer if necessary.
10. The calibrate LED goes on steady. 12. Activate the reed switch or input 1 on the communi-
cation module. The red LED blinks at a 2 Hz rate
11. Remove the span gas and re-adjust the zero poten-
for 3 seconds while the reed switch or input 1 is
tiometer if necessary.
closed.
12. Activate the reed switch or input 1 on the communi-
13. The calibration is complete. The calibrate LED
cation module. The red LED blinks at a 2 Hz rate
turns off and the calibrate bit in the status word is
for 3 seconds while the reed switch or input 1 is
reset.
closed.
13. The calibration is complete. The calibrate LED Pressing the sensor replacement switch aborts the cali-
turns off and the calibrate bit in the status word is bration and starts over. Resetting the communication
reset. module will abort sensor replacement.
30
CALIBRATION ALGORITHM B (Type Codes 5, 6) If the calibration is not completed within 10 minutes, the
previous calibration values are restored and the calibra-
Normal Calibration tion is logged as aborted. The calibrate LED blinks at a
4 Hz rate, the calibrate bit in the status word is reset,
1. Hold the mode select button on the side of the
and the calibration fault bit in the status word is set.
transmitter enclosure for about 10 seconds. (See
Figure 30.) The transmitter cycles through the set-
If the sensor input drops to zero, a fault is signaled and
points and the display starts to blink. Release the
the calibration is aborted. The red communication mod-
mode select button. Input 1 on the communication
ule LED blinks at a 4 Hz rate, the calibration fault bit is
module goes active. The red LED on the communi-
set, and the calibrate bit is reset.
cation module blinks at a 2 Hz rate for 3 seconds
while input 1 is active.
CAUTION
2. The communication module calibrate LED flashes at If the sensor current should drop to zero during
a 1 Hz rate to indicate that it is ready for the zero calibration, synchronization between the communi-
input. The calibrate bit in the status word is set. cation module and the transmitter may be lost,
depending on the calibration timing. Resetting the
3. The transmitter calibrates the sensor zero value for
communication module and the transmitter is
the 4 ma output.
required, followed by another calibration.
4. The transmitter display is on steady and input 1
goes inactive. Calibration After Sensor Replacement
5. The communication module records the uncalibrat- 1. Open the junction box cover and press the sensor
ed value in the calibration log and calibrates the replacement switch. Close the cover.
zero value. The calibrate LED goes on steady.
2. The calibrate bit in the status word is set.
6. Apply the calibration gas to the sensor.
3. Replace the sensor and perform a normal calibra-
7. The transmitter display flashes. The communication tion.
module calibrate LED blinks at a 1 Hz rate when the
input increases. The communication module will not signal a fault when
the input drops to zero due to removal of the sensor.
8. Input 1 goes active when the transmitter input is
The calibration will not be aborted after 10 minutes.
stable.
9. The communication module records the uncalibrat- Calibration values will be stored in the first register.
ed value in the calibration log.
10. The transmitter completes its calibration. Input 1
goes inactive when the transmitter display is steady.
The communication module calibrates the span
value and the calibrate LED goes on steady.
11. Remove the calibration gas.
3 SEC 3 SEC 3 SEC 3 SEC
12. The communication module waits until the analog
valueREED SWITCH
drops below 4% full scale.
ANALOG IN
13. The LED
calibration is complete. The calibrate LED
goes off and the calibrate bit in the status word is
ACCEPT ZERO ACCEPT SPAN
reset.
A1555
1
SEC
3O SEC MIN 3 SEC
3O SEC MIN 3O SEC MIN 3 SEC
U8800 INPUT
IN ONE
TRENDING SPAN CALIBRATED SPAN
OLD SPAN
ANALOG IN
LED
REED SWITCH
SPAN GAS
ANALOG IN
REMOVE GAS
ZERO GAS
LED 31 95-8424
A1555 ACCEPT ZERO ACCEPT SPAN
REED SWITCH
SPAN GAS
ANALOG IN
REMOVE GAS
ZERO GAS
LED
REED SWITCH
ANALOG IN
Calibration After Sensor Replacement Toxic Gas CALIBRATION ALGORITHM D
(Type Codes 11, 12, 13, 14)
1. Open the junction box cover and press the sensor
replacement switch for about 1 second.
Normal Calibration
2. The calibrate LED on the communication module
1. Apply clean air (20.9% oxygen). See Figure 32.
flashes at a 1 Hz rate, indicating that it is ready for
the zero input. The calibrate bit in the status word is 2. Activate the reed switch or input 1 for at least 4 sec-
set. onds. The red LED blinks at a 2 Hz rate for 3 sec-
onds while the reed switch or input 1 is closed.
3. Replace the sensor and wait 5 minutes for the sen-
sor output to stabilize. 3. The calibrate LED blinks at a 1 Hz rate, indicating
that calibration has begun. The calibrate bit in the
4. Activate the reed switch or input 1 on the communi-
status word is set.
cation module. The red LED blinks at a 2 Hz rate
for 3 seconds while the reed switch or input 1 is 4. The communication module waits 3 seconds.
closed.
5. The communication module records the uncalibrat-
5. The communication module records the uncalibrat- ed value in the calibration log and calibrates the
ed value in position one of the calibration log and span value.
calibrates the zero value. The calibrate LED is on
6. The calibrate LED goes on steady.
steady.
7. The communication module waits 3 seconds.
6. Apply the calibration gas.
8. The calibration is complete. The calibrate LED turns
7. The calibrate LED blinks at a 1 Hz rate when the
off and the calibrate bit in the status word is reset.
input increases.
8. Activate the reed switch or input 1 on the communi- Calibration After Sensor Replacement
cation module. The red LED blinks at a 2 Hz rate
1. Open the junction box cover and press the sensor
for 3 seconds while the reed switch or input 1 is
replacement switch.
closed.
2. The calibrate LED on the communication module
9. The communication module records the uncalibrat-
blinks at a 1 Hz rate, indicating that it is ready for the
ed value in the first register of the calibration log
zero input. The calibrate bit in the status word is set.
and calibrates the span value.
3. Replace the sensor and set the sensor switch to zero.
10. The calibrate LED is on steady.
4. Activate the reed switch or input 1. The red LED
11. Remove the calibration gas and close the cover.
blinks at a 2 Hz rate for 3 seconds while the reed
12. The communication module waits until the analog switch or input 1 is closed.
value drops below 4% full scale.
5. The communication module records the uncalibrated
13. The calibration is complete. The calibrate LED value in position one of the calibration log and cali-
turns off and the calibrate bit in the status word is brates the zero value. The calibrate LED is on steady.
reset.
6. Set the zero switch on the sensor to normal. Apply
clean air (20.9% oxygen) to set the sensor analog
Pressing the sensor replacement switch aborts the cali-
span value.
bration and starts over.
7. The calibrate LED blinks at a 1 Hz rate when the
input goes high.
8. Activate the reed switch or input 1 on the communi-
cation module. The red LED blinks at a 2 Hz rate for
3 seconds while the reed switch or input 1 is closed.
9. The communication module records the uncalibrat-
ed value in the first register of the calibration log
and calibrates the span value.
10. The calibration is complete. The calibrate LED turns
off and the calibrate bit in the status word is reset.
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A1555 ACCEPT ZERO ACCEPT SPAN
REED SWITCH
ANALOG IN
FRESH AIR
LED
ANALOG IN
LED 10. The calibrate LED goes on steady.
If the calibration is not completed within 12 minutes, the
ACCEPT ZERO RECORD SPAN ACCEPT SPAN
previous calibration values are restored and the calibra-
A1555 11. Remove the span input and return the analog input
UNCONTROLLED ANALOG SIGNAL
tion is logged as aborted. The calibrate LED flashes at to normal.
a 4 Hz rate, the calibrate bit in the status word is reset
3 SEC 12. Activate the reed
3 SEC switch
3O SEC MIN on the communication
and the calibration fault bit is set.
REED SWITCH module. The red LED blinks at a 2 Hz rate for 3
seconds
SPAN GAS while the reed switch is closed.
CALIBRATION ALGORITHM F
ANALOG IN
REMOVE GAS
ZERO GAS
(Type Codes 15 to 22) LED 13. The calibration is complete. The calibrate LED
A1555 turns
ACCEPToff and the calibrate bit
ZERO in SPAN
ACCEPT the status word is
Normal Calibration reset. UNCONTROLLED ANALOG SIGNAL
IN ONE
ANALOG IN
ZERO
LED
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Calibration After Sensor Replacement Section IX
1. Open the junction box cover and press the sensor System Maintenance
replacement switch.
2. The calibrate LED on the communication module ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
flashes at a 1 Hz rate, indicating it is ready for the
To ensure reliable protection, it is important to check
zero input. The calibrate bit in the status word is
and calibrate the system on a regularly scheduled
set.
basis. The frequency of these checks is determined by
3. Replace the sensor and apply the zero input (4 ma). the requirements of the particular installation.
4. Activate the reed switch on the communication
MANUAL CHECK OF OUTPUT DEVICES
module. The red LED blinks at a 2 Hz rate for 3
seconds while the reed switch is closed.
Fault detection circuitry continuously monitors for prob-
5. The communication module records the uncalibrat- lems that could prevent proper system response.
ed value in position one of the calibration log and However, this circuitry does not monitor external
calibrates the zero value. The calibrate LED goes response equipment or the wiring to these devices. It is
on steady. important that these devices be checked initially when
the system is installed, as well as periodically during the
6. Apply the span input.
on-going maintenance program.
7. The calibrate LED blinks at a 1 Hz rate when the
input increases. CHECKOUT IN NORMAL MODE
8. Activate the reed switch on the communication
The system should be checked periodically in the
module. The red LED blinks at a 2 Hz rate for 3
Normal mode to ensure that those items not checked by
seconds while the reed switch is closed.
diagnostic circuitry are functioning properly.
9. The communication module records the uncalibrat-
ed value in the first register of the calibration log CAUTION
and calibrates the span value. Be sure to secure all output devices that are actu-
ated by the system to prevent unwanted activation
10. The calibrate LED goes on steady.
of this equipment, and remember to place these
11. Remove the span input and return the analog input same output devices back into service when the
to normal. checkout is complete.
12. Activate the reed switch on the communication
O-RING MAINTENANCE
module. The red LED blinks at a 2 Hz rate for 3
seconds while the reed switch is closed.
A rubber O-ring is used to ensure that the junction box
13. The calibration is complete. The calibrate LED cover will seal tightly and provide protection against
turns off and the calibrate bit in the status word is water ingress. Periodically open the enclosure and
reset. ckeck the O-ring for breaks, cracks and dryness. To test
the ring, remove it from the enclosure and stretch it
Pressing the sensor replacement switch aborts the cali- slightly. If cracks are visible, it should be replaced. If it
bration and starts over. Resetting the communication feels dry, a thin coating of lubricant should be applied.
module will abort sensor replacement. When re-installing the ring, be sure that it is properly
seated in the groove on the housing. It is imperative that
this O-ring be properly installed and in good condition.
Failure to properly maintain it can allow water to enter the
enclosure and cause premature failure. A coating of
lubricant should also be applied to the threads on the
cover before re-assembling the enclosure. This will both
lubricate the threads and help to prevent moisture from
entering the enclosure.
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CAUTION DEVICE REPAIR AND RETURN
The O-ring should be lubricated with a silicone free
polyalphaolefin grease. The use of other lubri- Prior to returning devices or components, contact the
cants is not recommended, since they can nearest local Detector Electronics office so that an RMI
adversely affect the performance of some sensors. (Return Material Identification) number can be assigned.
Under no circumstances should a lubricant or com- A written statement describing the malfunction must
pound containing silicone be used on systems accompany the returned device or component to expe-
using catalytic type combustible gas sensors. dite finding the cause of the failure, thereby reducing the
time and cost of the repair. Pack the unit or component
SENSOR REPLACEMENT properly. Use sufficient packing material in addition to
an antistatic bag or aluminum-backed cardboard as pro-
Declassify the area or remove power to the detector tection from electrostatic discharge.
prior to replacing the sensor in a hazardous area.
Return all equipment transportation prepaid to the
To replace the sensor: Minneapolis location.
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Det-Tronics France 117333 Moscow
La Valette Gubkina St, d.3
Rue du Cimetiere Gipronii Ran
78790 Septeuil Kidde Graviner
FRANCE RUSSIA
Telephone 33 1 3497 0650 Telephone 7 (095) 135 5389
Facsimile 33 1 3497 0648 Facsimile 7 (502) 222 1276
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ORDERING INFORMATION REFERENCE LIST
For assistance in ordering or designing an Eagle sys- Additional information on Eagle 2000 products is avail-
tem, contact the nearest Detector Electronics office. able in the following publications:
Specification Data Sheets:
When ordering, please specify:
90-1088 Communication Module
EA2100CG Eagle Communication Gateway
90-1093 DCU
EA2200DCU EX Eagle Digital Communication Unit for
90-1089 Network Extender
combustible gas sensors
90-1097 Relay Module
EA2200DCU UNIV Eagle Digital Communication Unit
90-1090 Gateway
for toxic gas or oxygen sensors
EA2200DCU IS Eagle Digital Communication Unit for
Instruction Manuals:
intrinsically safe sensors
EA2300CM Eagle Communication Module 95-8425 Communication Module
EA2400NE Eagle Network Extender 95-8426 DCU
EA2500RM Eagle Relay Module 95-8430 Network Extender
95-8423 Relay Module
MOUNTING RACKS 95-8433 System Configuration
95-8453 System Configuration Matrix
A Q4004 Mounting Rack is required for installation of the
gateway. Q4004 racks can also house gas or flame
controllers in any combination. See Figures 22 and 23.
ACCESSORIES
REPLACEMENT PARTS
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DETECTOR ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
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