ALARM ANNUNCIATORS

Minilec Microprocessor Based Alarm Annunciators are

designed to keep an alert & watchful eye on your plant &
processes. The entire range has been designed with an
insight into the modern day manufacturing plant & its future
requirements. Minilec Alarm Annunciators are equipped
with microprocessor-based design, super bright LED facia
windows, site selectable, programmed sequences as per
ISA standard & thoughtful provisions for troubleshooting &
maintenance. Dynamic, Alert & Responsive… These unique
advantages have helped the Minilec Annunciators to be an
icon in the power T & D industry & engineering
establishments in India. The world class Minilec
Annunciator has made its presence felt in Overseas
markets.
MODELS
MICROWARN 0600,
MBAS 0600,
MBAS 9700,
MBAS 9900,
MBAS 08, MBAS 0800
Annunciation Panels

FEATURES FUNCTIONS
• 4 windows to 128 windows • Continuous monitoring of input
• Integral & Split models parameters
• Microprocessor based • Control of process through outputs &
• Super bright LEDs for facia software
• Standard operating sequenses • Data acquisition & communication
• Any other custom- made sequenses • Data Storage & records through PC
• NO-NC & Trip Non-Trip site
selectable
• Repeat relays
• Supply fail annunciation / Indication
• Choice of 3 window sizes
• Choice of five colours
• RS 232 / RS 485 Output Port Ordering Instructions

5
Product Family Name
ü
Model Name
ü
Aux. Supply / Control
ü
YEARS supply voltage
WARRANTY!
No. of Inputs (Windows)
ü
Operating sequence
ü

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MBAS 0600
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1D 1D 1D 2D 2D 2D

LOW STANDARD
POSITIVE NE TING COMPURTE
CONC
POWER
CONSUMPTION
TYPE MICROPROCESSOR CABLE LINKING
LEGENDS
BASED SYSTEM MAX . 3mt.

STANDARD
SITE SMPS
TWO DIFFERENT
CONNECTING COMPUTER
SELECTABLE MODULE
CABLE LINKING
MAX . 3mt. WINDOW SIZES NO / NC

INPUT SITE WELCOME R

OPTO- R
LEGEND SELECBTA LE TO
ISOLATED REPLACEABLE SEQNUE CES IMTEX 98

SITE WATCH GROUPG IN

SELECTABLE SMPS FACILITY
DOG
NO / NC MODULE LED

14B0S00 10B8S00 10B6SP0 28B0S00 22B10SP0 20B16S00

MBAS 0600 is a improved version of earlier MBAS 9400, and is available for 4 to 32 windows

The Functional Features The Design Features System Enclosures

• Fixed Sequence ( S1/S2/S3/S4)
• Potential free dry contact inputs
• NO/NC inputs selectable configuration
• Relay output for external Audible
Hooter 3rd Relay optional for either of
below mentioned features
a) Ring back hooter
b) Supervisory control
• Minilec Standard Communication
Protocol
• Single chip microcontroller logic The MBAS 0600 annunciation systems is configured in multiples
• Opto isolated inputs and outputs
of four basic ABS moulded enclosures
• Super Bright LED window illumination
• High Noise immunity / isolation Size 1 D Size 2 D Size 3 D Size 4 D
• Switch mode power supply
• Self surveillance watchdog LED
The Constructional Flexibility
• Conforming to DIN panel cutouts
• Replacable snap-on window capsules
• Two different window size Basic Standard Enclosures
• Expandable modules
• Moulded enclosures
Back view showing Terminal details

Optional Features • Fault Follower contact output

• Any custom built operating per fault Input (NO or NC) DIP for
RS 232
sequences • Supply fail indication / NO/NC &
Port
• Manned / Unmanned function annunciation Built in Fault Input Grouping
• MODBUS RTU/ASCII Protocol • Built-in control push buttons Terminals

Manned /
Functional Block Diagram
Unmanned

Repeat
Relay Output
Terminal Relays

Fuse DIP Switches

Power
for
Supply
Sequence
Selection
Part names & locations

PC Side software

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MBAS 0600
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3D 3D 4D 4D

312B0S00 30B24S00 416B0S00 40B32S00

Connection Diagram (FOR MAX. 32 POINT MBAS 0600.) TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS :

CONTACT FOR
M
Supply Voltage 24 / 30 / 48 / V DC, 20-60 V AC/DC, 90-270 V AC / DC
F1 INTERNAL USE
F2 A1 Windows 4 / 6 / 8 / 12 / 16 / 18 / 22 / 24 / 32
SW
F3 U/M Window Sizes 30 x 30mm / 30 x 65 mm
F4 A2
Display Device Super bright high efficiency low power consuming LED's
F5 + Facia Type Individual windows Front Replaceable
F6 - RS 485 OUTPUT
F7 E Window/LED Colours RED, Yellow, Green, White & Blue
F8 I3 STAND BY Flash Rate Fast - 60 flashes/min. Slow - 30 flashes/min.
RLY-3 RC N/W
C C3 HOOTER
Response Time 25 msec. ± 10 msec.
F9 I2
RLY-2 RC N/W Input Signal Potential free contacts (NO or NC site selectable)
F10 C2
F11 C1 Interrogation Voltage + 12 V DC
RLY-1 RC N/W
F12 I1 Output Contacts 1 NO + 1 NO (Optional) + 1 NO (optional)
F13 ~/+VE STAND BY Architecture Integrated
F14 ~/ - VE SUPPLY
F15 ~/+VE AUX. SUPPLY
Operational Sequences Auto/Manual/First-up/Ringback (optional)
F16 ~/ - VE AUX. SUPPLY
NORMAL
SUPPLY
OR any other sequence on request
C E AUX. SUPPLY Operational Temp. 0-60 degrees C
F17
Power Consumption 1.5 Watts per Window (Max)
F18
Note Optional Grouping / AC-DC fail Annunciation / Repeat Relays / RS232 - 485 Port
F19
1) In Case of Normal Supply Failure, RLY-3
F20 is for Stand by Hooter (at AC/DC fail
Dimensions (mm) 1D 2D 3D 4D
F21 feature) Panel Cutout (L x W) 138 x 68 138 x 138 138 x 210 138 x 282
F22 2) For supply fail Annunciators/Indication,
Window no. 01 is dedicated.
Overall (L x W x D) 144 x 72 x 215 144 x 144 x 215 144 x 216 x 215 144 x 288 x 215
F23
3) External SMPS is provided for different Wherever not specified Contact Rating : 5A @ 230 V AC (resistive) * CE marked products available on request.
F24
supply voltages.
C
F25
F26
F27
Dimnesional & Panel Cutout Details
F28
F29 72 72
72
F30 F1 F1 F2
F1 F2
F2 F3 F4
F31 144 F3 F4
F3 F5 F6
F32 F5 F6
F4 F7 F8
C
TEST TPB 1D
MPB 144 144 144
MUTE
APB
ACK F1 F5 F1 F5 F1 F2 F9 F10
RST RPB F2 F6 F2 F6 F3 F4 F11 F12
144
C F3 F7 F3 F7 F5 F6 F13 F14
2D
F4 F8 F4 F7 F8

216 216 216

F1 F5 F9 F1 F5 F9 F1 F2 F9 F10 F17 F18
F2 F6 F10 F2 F6 F10 F3 F4 F11 F12 F19 F20
144
F3 F7 F11 F3 F7 F11 F5 F6 F13 F14 F21 F22
3D F4 F8 F12 F4 F8 F7 F8 F15 F16

288 288
F1 F5 F9 F13 F1 F2 F9 F10 F17 F18 F25 F26
F2 F6 F10 F14
144 144 F3 F4 F11 F12 F19 F20 F27 F28
F3 F7 F11 F15 F5 F6 F13 F14 F21 F22 F29 F30
F4 F8 F12 F16 F7 F8 F15 F16 F23 F24 F31 F32
4D

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MBAS 0800
New

Modular design in 1D (144 x 72mm) size

box expandable to 128 windows.
Better aesthetics of front facia.
Choice of two window sizes and facility
available for built-in push button and
buzzer.
Programming through control push
button or from PC.

Supply Voltage 90 to 270 VAC/DC + 10-15% MBAS 0800 contains all features of MBAS 0600 models of alarm annunciator, but
24 VDC / 48VDC + 10,-15%
Supply Frequency [FOR AC] 50 / 60 Hz ± 3%
has reduced depth than MBAS 0600 models. MBAS 0800 is available in expandable
Windows 4/8 [max] design in multiples of 1D size box totally upto 128 windows. MCU is housed in one
Display (Window) Window lenses replaceable box, and all subsequent boxes are individual I/O models (either 4 Big or 8 small
Legends replaceable. windows each). Power supply of individual box is built-in.
Window Dimensions
Small 30 x 30 mm.
Windows are much more elegant and with improved aesthetics than MBAS 0600
Big 65 x 30 mm. models. Use of SMD technology has enhanced product performance and
Power Consumptions 1.5 Watts per Window (Max) functioning.
Flash Rate 50 - 60 Flash per min. in fast flashing STANDARD FEATURES
25 - 30 Flash per min. in slow flashing
Operating Sequence
• Choice of 2 window sizes
Other Features Supply fail Indication • Windows front replaceable.
Supply fail Annunciation (Inbuilt) • Choice of 5 window colors Red, Green, Yellow(Amber), Blue and White
Optional Features Any other operating sequence. • Use of super-bright SMD LEDs for longer life and low power consumption
Man / Unmanned Features.
Repeat Relay Cards.
• Totally wire-free internal design enhances reliability.
Input Signal Actuation through fault contacts • expandable upto 128 windows
Input Interrogation Voltage +12 VDC • 2 output relays
LED Colour in Windows Red, Yellow (Amber), Green, Blue, White. • 4 standard operating sequences built-in
Output Contacts 1 NO + 1 NO [For Hooter] • NO/NC fault configuration, Trip/Non-Trip grouping and sequence selection
1NO For Ring back or Supervisory contact (Optional)
Output Contact Rating 5 Amp, 240V AC (Resistive)
through control push buttons or through PC.
Inbuilt Push Buttons OPTIONAL FEATURES
Communication Inbuilt RS232 / RS485 (MODBUS RTU/ASCII) (Optional) • Built-in supply fail annunciation
Operational Temp. Limit -5°C to 60°C • Repeat Relay cards
Humidity Upto 95% Rh • Manned Unmanned feature
Enclosure 1D Type (expandable)
• RS232/RS485 (MODBUS RTU/ASCII) output
Unit Dimensions
Overall (L x W x D) 144 x 72 x 215 mm • Any customized operating sequence.
Cutout (L x W) 138 x 68 mm • 3rd Output relay programmable for any special sequence
Weight 400 gm • Built-in Push button & Buzzer.
BLOCK SCHEMATIC
CONNECTION DIAGRAM

F1
FRC CABLE
F2
F3 M CPU IOU1 IOU2 IOU16 OVERALL DIMENSIONS
CON1
CON1 CON1 CON1
F4 A1
SW
F5 U/M M
F1 F9 F17 F121

F6 A2 F2
A1
F10 F18 F122
U/M

F7 + F3
F4
A2
I3
F11
F12
SH+
SH-
F19
F20
F123
F124

- RS 485 OUTPUT
F5
C3
F13
NH+
F21 F125

F8
E
F6
F7 R/R I2
C2
F14
F15 R/R
NH-
F22
F23 R/R
F126
F127 R/R 144 144
C F8
I1
F16 F24 F128

I3 C
C1
C C C

F9 RLY-3 RC N/W T
+VE
+VE +VE +VE
C3 M
CON2
-VE
-VE -VE -VE

F10 I2
A
R
+VE
+VE
-VE
+VE
-VE
+VE
-VE

F11 RLY-2 RC N/W C

-VE
E E E
C2 E

F12 C1 72 80
RLY-1 RC N/W NORMAL
F13 I1 SUPPLY

F14 ~/+VE AUX. SUPPLY

STANDBY
SUPPLY

F15 ~/ - VE AUX. SUPPLY COMPUTER

F16 E AUX. SUPPLY

8 SMALL P Q R Note
F121
WINDOW OR Cut out Dimension Shown for Small Window Models.
PANEL CUTOUT DETAILS 4 BIG WINDOW 138 mm 68 mm 6 mm 4 Big Window or 8 Small Window are Houshed in 1D Size Module.
F122
F123 128
F124 64
F125 56
F126 48
F127
40
F128
32
C
24
TPB 16
TEST
MPB 8
MUTE
APB
ACK
RST RPB P
48 C Q R Q R Q R Q R Q R Q R Q R Q R Q
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MBAS 08
New

6 Windows + PB & Buzzer 7 Windows + PB 8 Windows

Most compact alarm Annunciator with improved window design and all major features of MBAS 0600
Annunciator. Models with built-in Buzzer & Push buttons also available.

CONNECTION DIAGRAM
Supply Voltage 90 to 270 VAC/DC + 10-15% CONTACT FOR
F1 INTERNAL USE
24 VDC /30 VDC /48VDC + 10,-15%
Supply Frequency [FOR AC] 50 / 60 Hz ± 3% F2
Windows 4/6/8 [max] F3
Display (Window) Window lenses replaceable F4
Legends replaceable.
F5
Window Dimensions
Small 37 X 17 mm. F6
Big 37 X 27 mm. F7
Power Consumptions 1.5 Watts per Window (Max)
F8
Flash Rate 50 - 60 Flash per min. in fast flashing
20 - 30 Flash per min. in slow flashing C
Operating Sequence S1, S2, S3, S4 (Site Selectable) TEST TPB
Other Features • NO / NC and Grouping (Trip/Non trip) Selection MPB
MUTE
• Supervisory Contact output. APB
ACK
Optional Features • Any other operating sequence. • RS232 / RS485 Output
RST RPB
• Man / Unmanned Feature. • Supply fail Annunciation
Input Signal Potential Free contacts C
Input Interrogation Voltage +12 VDC
M
LED Colour in Windows Red, Green or Yellow (Amber), Blue, White.
A1
Output Contacts 1 NO + 1 NO [For Hooter] SW
1NO For Ring back or Supervisory contact (Optional) U/M
Output Contact Rating 5 Amp, 240V AC (Resistive) A2
Inbuilt Push Buttons 4 NOS. (Test, Mute, Accept, Reset) Membrane type (Optional)
Communication RS232 / RS485 (MODBUS RTU/ASCII) (Optional)
RS 485 OUTPUT
Operational Temp. Limit -5°C to 60°C
Humidity Upto 95% Rh E
Enclosure ABS moulded enclosure I3
Unit Dimensions RLY-3 RC N/W
C3
Overall (L x W x D) 96 x 96 x 76 mm
Cutout (L x W) 92 x 92 mm I2
RLY-2 RC N/W
Weight 350gm C2
I1
RLY-1 RC N/W
C1

PROGRAMMING OF MBAS 0800 / MBAS 08

~/+VE
~/ - VE AUX. SUPPLY
SR. NO. KEY OPERATION MODE OF OPERATION WINDOW STATUS WDL STATUS E
1 --- Normal Run Mode As per operation Flashing @ 1 flash/sec. OVERALL DIMENSIONS
2 TEST + ACK Sequence selection Windows Flashing @ 1 flash/sec.
Pressed (for 5 Sec.) fast flashes for
2 to 3 sec.
W1 - ON - S1 96 96

W2 - ON - S2
W3 - ON - S3
W4 - ON - S4 96 80

3 TEST + ACK NO / NC selection W - ON - NO Off

Pressed (for 5 Sec.) W - OFF- NC CUT OUT DIMENSIONS

4 TEST + ACK Grouping selection W - ON - Group 1 Steady On

Pressed (for 5 Sec.) W - OFF- Group 2
5 TEST + ACK ) Device ID selection As per chart in Fast Flashing 92
Pressed (for 5 Sec. Manual
6 Auto exit after 10 Seconds
92
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MBAS 9700

PSU Rack MCU Rack

STANDARD FEATURES
• Single chip micro-controller logic. • Super
bright LED's for window illumination. • Site
selectable NO/NC type fault contacts. • Site
selectable trip /Non trip (Grouping). • Easy card
replacement & hence fault diagnosis. • Switch
Mode Power Supply. (Suitable for Both AC/DC
Supply) • High noise immunity and wide input
supply variation. • Opto-isolated Inputs and
Outputs.• Site Selectable sequences. • Potential
free dry input contacts. • Two different window
sizes. • Replaceable windows & window
legends. • Computer linking for fault logging with
printer facility for report. Self-surveillance watch
dog LED.• Relay output for external audible
hooter.• Diagnostics Menu • Redundant Power
CONSTRUCTIONAL DETAILS Supply (Only in 19” Rack Model) • CPU fail &
MBAS 9700 consist of four PSU fail indication with relay output contact (Only
basic sections (in 16 point in 19” Rack) • User Friendly terminal Connectors OPTIONAL FEATURES
moulded enclosure these are •Different colored LED's in each
inbuilt) MINILEC offers window for easy differentiation
1) The Power Supply Unit (PSU its unique alarm of critical faults.
Module). Annunciator based on the latest single •Customized preprogrammed
2) The Main Control Unit chip micro-controller technology with serial operating sequence.
communication facility. Now available in both 19” rack •Multi channel serial
(CPU + IOU Module).
type enclosure as well as in moulded enclosure. MBAS
3) The Display Facia Unit communication
9700 annunciators have split architecture for 24, 32, 48, 64, 80,
(DFU Module). 96,112 & 128 windows and integral type of architecture for 16 (8 Annunciators & single
4) Computer interface. small or big window models. 24, 32, 48, 64, 80, 96,112, & 128 computer)
window models are housed in 19” rack type enclosures, separate for
MCU & for PSU. Here choice of facia (DFU) is of 3 types (a) Small size i.e.
30 x 30 mm and (b) Big size is 30 x 65 mm / 50 x 70 mm. (c) Facia is
available in multiples of 16 windows. In addition to all other standard
features, MBAS 9700 has additional facility of computer linking. A
THE MAIN CONTROL THE DISPLAY FACIA
serial port (RS232C /RS485) output is available which can be
UNIT (MCU) supported by an IBM compatible PC of minimum 386
UNIT (DFU)
CPU module is the Main configuration. Minilec can supply the standard software with T h e Fa c i a b l o c k i s
Processing Unit of MBAS every model or can develop suitable software as per accessible from front (in
9700 which scans and customer requirements or can provide source moulded enclosure) and
processes the incoming fault coding / protocol details to enable client to constitutes of window
signals from the various develop their own suitable capsules. The sandwiched
potential free field contacts software. photo film window inscriptions
through IOU module, and drives are press fitted on the window
the corresponding LED windows capsules.
and the audible device in order to For 16 to 128 points system the
annunciate the fault through IOU THE POWER SUPPLY UNIT (PSU) DFUs are given separately,
module. The IOU module is the PSU converts the available power source into a except 16 point (moulded
input & output interfacing unit. regulated and filtered DC output, which is fed to Enclosure) where it is in built.
To each IOU module 16 input the MCU Module & DFUs. The power supply can
contacts (potential free) & 16 accept Specified AC or DC I/P supply, depending
window LED's can be upon the application. Redundant Power supply is
50 connected. available.
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MBAS 9700

16 Pt. DFU Big Windows 16 Pt. DFU Big Windows 16 Pt. DFU Big Windows

16 Pt. DFU : Small Windows

COMPUTER INTERFACE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:

The MCU unit transmits fault information to computer serially. RS 232C/RS 1.0 Supply voltage 18 - 58VDC, 90 - 270VAC/DC

485 standard is used for serial communication. Communication protocol 2.0 Supply frequency 50 / 60 Hz. (±3%) for AC
3.0 Input
modbus ASCII / RTU can be offered. In computer user-friendly software is
3.1 Fault Alarm Inputs. Actuation Through Fault Contacts
written. This software offers on-line Date & Time setting, Legend setting,
3.2 Fault contacts. Potential free (volt free) type
Display window & also it gives fault report with on demand printing facility.
3.3 Input interrogation voltage +12V DC(ISO)
3.4 Input isolation Opto isolating device.(2 KV)
3.5 Response Time 40 mS.
3.6 Site selectable DIP for
Fault type NO/NC
Grouping Trip/Non Trip
Sequence selection Manual/Auto/Ringback/Firstup
4.0 Output
4.1 Output contacts for grouping 1NO+ 1NO
4.2 Output contact for CPU & PSU fail 1NC (In 19" Rack Only)
4.3 Contact Rating 5 amp at 240 VAC (Resistive)
5.0 No. of windows 32/40/48/64/80/96/112/128
5.1 Windows dimensions 30 mm x 30 mm For small windows
30 mm x 65 mm For big windows
5.2 Colour Red / Yellow {Amber} / Green, White, Blue
Dimensional Details for Facia Flash rates
288 5.3 Fast flash - 50-60 flashes / Min
F1 F5 F9 F13 Slow flash - 25-30 flashes / Min.

144 F2 F6 F10 F14 5.4 Power Consumption 1.5 W per Window. (Max)
F3 F7 F11 F15 6.0 Sequence Manual, Auto, Ring back, Firstup
F4 F8 F12 F16 (Any Other Sequences On Request)
7.0 Serial communication RS232C / RS485 (with modbus ASCII/RTU)
282
optional
16 Pts. Annunciator
or 16 Pts. Facia 138
Big Windows

Panel Cutout

144 138
F1 F2 F9 F10
16 Pts. Ann
F3 F4 F11 F12 or 16 Pts. Facia 138
144
F5 F6 F13 F14 Small Windows
F7 F8 F15 F16 51
Panel Cutout
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DIMENSIONAL DETAILS - MCU & PSU Overall Dimensions ( DFU )

D
E G E Big Windows
« MODELS
«
MCU
A PSU PSU
W L D
FRONT VIEW MCU A F
F FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW
SIDE VIEW
128 POINT 144m.m. 2304m.m. 70m.m.
112 POINT 144m.m. 2016m.m. 70m.m.
C
B 96 POINT 144m.m. 1728m.m. 70m.m.
80 POINT 144m.m. 1440m.m. 70m.m.
64 POINT 144m.m. 1152m.m. 70m.m.
48 POINT 144m.m. 864m.m. 70m.m.
32 POINT 144m.m. 576m.m. 70m.m.
MODELS MOUNTING DIMENSIONS OVERALL DIMENSIONS
A B C D E F G Small Windows
128 POINTS 57.15 465.10 292.38 482.60 260.00 132.50 310.38
112 POINTS 57.15 419.38 292.38 436.88 260.00 132.50 310.38 128 POINT 144m.m. 1152m.m. 70m.m.
96 POINTS 57.15 373.66 241.58 391.16 260.00 132.50 259.58 112 POINT 144m.m. 1008m.m. 70m.m.
80 POINTS 57.15 327.94 241.58 345.44 260.00 132.50 259.58 96 POINT 144m.m. 864m.m. 70m.m.
80 POINT 144m.m. 720m.m. 70m.m.
64 POINTS 57.15 434.62 -------- 452.12 260.00 132.50 --------
64 POINT 144m.m. 576m.m. 70m.m.
48 POINTS 57.15 388.90 -------- 406.40 260.00 132.50 -------- 48 POINT 144m.m. 432m.m. 70m.m.
32 POINTS 57.15 292.38 -------- 309.88 260.00 132.50 -------- 32 POINT 144m.m. 288m.m. 70m.m.

P Q R
Small Window 138mm 138mm 6mm
PANEL CUTOUT DETAILS - DFU Big Window 138mm 282mm 6mm

128pt
112pt

96
80
64
48
32

P
Q R Q R Q R Q R Q R Q R Q R Q

EXTERNAL WIRING DIAGRAM WITH REPEAT RELAY

CON2 CON3 CON4 CON5 CON6 CON7 CON8 CON9

DFU1 DFU2 DFU3 DFU4 DFU5 DFU6 DFU7 DFU8

REPEAT RELAY REPEAT RELAY REPEAT RELAY REPEAT RELAY RE P EAT R EL AY REPEAT RELAY REPEAT RELAY REPEAT RELAY
CARD - 1 CARD - 2 CARD - 3 CARD - 4 CARD - 5 CARD - 6 CARD - 7 CARD - 8
CON2A CON3A CON4A CON5A CON6A CON7A CON8A CON9A

OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF

CON10 CON10
CON1
ON ON ON ON ON

CON2 CON2A CON3 CON3A CON4 CON4A CON5 CON5A CON6 CON6A CON7 CON7A CON8 CON8A CON9 CON9A
TO
MAINS

IOU-1 IOU-2 IOU-3 IOU-4 IOU-5 IOU-6 IOU-7 IOU-8 PSU-1 PSU-2 PSU-3 PSU-4 PSU-5

MCU MODULE PSU MODULE

F F F F F F F F

COMPUTER
FOR CUSTOMER
FAULT INPUTS

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MICROWARN 0600

* *

12 Windows Model 8 Windows Model

Now with with push button

Reduced depth

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS :
This is a modified version of earlier Microwarn 9600 model
which has been discontinued. Microwarn 0600 consists of 3
basic sections : Supply Voltage 24/30/48/ V DC,18-58 V AC/DC, 90-270V AC/DC+10% –15%
Microwarn O600 is now more compact than before with Windows 12/8/6
reduced depth. Also it can have 3rd output relay for extra Window Sizes 45 x 45 mm
function
A Display Device Super bright high efficiency low power consuming LED's
(A) The Power Pack
Facia Type Front Replaceable
(B) The CPU C
Window/LED Colour Standard colour available RED, Optional colours Yellow / Amber, Green
(C) The Facia,
K
D
Flash Rate Fast - 60 flashes/min. Slow - 30 flashes/min.
L Response Time 25 msec. ± 10 msec.
E
Input Signal Potential free contacts (NO or NC site selectable)
82
B
Interrogation Voltage + 12 V DC
G
H
Output Contacts 1 NO + 1 NO (optional) + 1 NO ( Optional)
F Architecture Integrated
16 2 16
6 Operational Seq. ISA Standards sequences - Auto/Manual/First-up/Ringback (optional) OR
NOTES :- I J any other sequence on request
A) COVER MOUNTING SCREWS. B) FACIA.
-50C to 60 C
0
C) TERMINAL STRIP FAULT INPUT. D) C COVER. Operational Temp.
E) LED BOARD. F) DIP SWITCHES. Power Consumption 1.5 Watts per Window (Max.)
G) POWER SUPPLY CONNECTOR. H) FUSE
I) SLOT FOR MOUNTING CLAMP. J) RELAY OUTPUT. Optional Grouping / AC-DC fail Annunciation
K) TERMINAL FOR EXTERNAL PUSH BUTTON. L) SMPS + CPU CARD. Dimensions (mm)
Panel Cutout (L x W) 153 x 203
Overall (L x W x D) 166 x 216 x 82

Wherever not specified Contact Rating : 5A @ 230 V AC (resistive) * CE marked products available on request.
A) The Power Pack :
The Microwarn 0600 is powered by a highly reliable and noise free, Dimensional Details
specially designed power supply. It converts the available power 166mm
153mm
source (AC/DC voltage supply) into a regulated and filtered DC
216mm F1 F2 F3
output, which is fed to the annunciator unit. 203mm
F1 F2 F3 F4 F4 F5 F6
216mm 203mm
B) The CPU : 166mm F5 F6 F7 F8 F7 F8 F9 153mm
This is the Central Processing Unit of Microwarn 0600 which scans
F9 F10 F11 F12 F10 F11 F12
and processes the incoming fault signals from the various potential
free field contacts and drives the corresponding LED windows and Horizontal Vertical Panel Cutout Panel Cutout 82mm
the audible devices in order to announce the fault, according to the
operating sequence selected.
RRC NETWORK
RRC NETWORK

RRC NETWORK

C) The Facia :
AUX. SUPPLY

Typical Connection Diagram

This section consists of facia windows illuminated by “Super Bright
LEDs” on occurrence of any fault. The Super Bright LEDs ensure a
RPB
APB
SPB
TPB

long and absolutely maintenance free window life along with a good
visibility, and have very low power consumption.
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RLY-1

RLY-2

RLY-3

NO/NC or sequence selection DIP switches are located outside,

hence programming is now possible without opening the unit.
Models of 12, 8, 6 windows are available. 8 and 6 window models
are with built-in push buttons.
~/ - VE
~/ +VE
SILENCE

COM1

COM2

COM3
TEST

NO2

NO3
ACK

NO1
RST
F10

F12
F11
F1
F2

F3

F6

F7
F5
F4

F8

F9

Optional Features:
E
C

C
C

C
C

• 3rd Supervisory Relay

• Grouping facility
CON1

CON2

CON4
CON3

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MBAS 9900 MICROFACIA

These are LED Facia

windows with Potential
input or potential free
input. Microfacia is
available in either 4 Big
or 8 Small windows
size. Standard models
available for 12V/24V DC
and 110V/230V AC.

1 0B 6S PB 1 0B 4S PB MF951 MF955

MBAS 9900 screens Annunciator accepts 12 / 24 V DC potential Microfacia are LED window assemblies for RUN, TRIP or
input & also provides control relay output. Added built-in buzzer & FAULT indications. With microfacia windows the panel
push buttons makes it complete Annunciator with control output. designers can improve aesthetic value to the panel indications
This output is interlocked until all fault input resets. MBAS 9900 is in a Row / Column format. Microfacia is useful for direct
presently available in 4 point & 6 point small window (30 x 30mm) operation with AC or DC voltage
configuration. Both 4 point & 6 point systems come with built-in
push buttons.

Technical Specifications : Technical Specifications :

PARAMETERS PARAMETERS
Supply Voltage 230 V AC / 110 V AC, 12 V / 24 V DC +10% -15%
Auxiliary Supply 12 / 24 / 110 / 220 V AC / DC
Windows 4/6/8
Window Sizes 30 x 30 mm Input Potential Free Contacts or Potential Contact

Display Device Super bright LED's Output Window Facia LEDs on front
Facia Type Individual Windows Front Replaceable Window /LED Colour RED, Amber / Yellow, Green, White, Blue
Window/LED Colour RED, Yellow / Amber, Green
Power Consumption 1.5 Watts per Window
Flash Rate Fast - 60 flashes/min. Slow - 30 flashes/min.
Response Time 25 msec. ± 10 msec. Dimensions (mm) Unit Overall (L x W x D ) (w/o PSU 144 x 72 x 80)

Input Signal +12 V or 24 V DC Contact (With PSU) 144 x 72 x 215*

Output Contacts 1 CO + 1 CO Dimensions (mm)Window for Small 30 x 30, for Big 30 x 65 mm.
Architecture Integrated
Weight (Approx.) 700 gms. (With PSU)*
Operational Seq. Sequence as mentioned in text
250 gms. (W/o PSU)
Operational Temp. -50C to 600C
Power Consumption 1.5 Watts per Window * Applicable only for Microfacia with potential free inputs.

Wherever not specified Contact Rating : 5A @ 230 V AC (resistive)

Operating sequence table - MBAS 9900

N ABN RN R-ABN N ABN N ABN R-N R-ABN N ABN
CONNECTION DIAGRAM OVERALL DIMENSIONS
MANUAL P.B. TEST SILENCE ACCEPT BEFORE RESET
ACTION DEP REL RESET
VISUAL F OFF F OFF F N. A. F N. A. S S S OFF F R 80
AUDIO(N) ON OFF ON OFF ON N. A. OFF N. A. OFF OFF OFF OFF ON F8 W8
ABBREVIATIONS : S STEADY ON
N NORMAL AUDIO(N) NORMAL BUZZER F7 W7
ABN ABNORMAL DEP. DEPRESSED R
RN. RETURN TO NORMAL REL. RELEASED C A F8 W8
RABNS RETURN TO ABNORMAL N.A. NOT APPLICABLE
F FLASH F6 W6 A F7 W7 144
Dimensional Details F5 W5
A F6 W6
Connection Diagram
Fault C A F5 W5
72 mm 68 mm Inputs F C

F1 F2
6 2
N
F4 W4 A F4 W4 Unit
F Output
F3 F4
5
C
O
2
N
Relay 2 F3 W3 A F3 W3
Panel
144 mm 138 mm O C
F5 F6 M
F C
2
C A F2 W2
4 1
N Output F2 W2 A F1 W1 PANEL CUTOUT
F O Relay 1
Panel Cutout
3
F
1
N
C
F1 W1 -ve 68
2
C
1
72 mm
F D TERMINAL STRIP
1
T
E
S
T
/+
Aux. Supply
-VE 138
M
U
T
E
/-
Aux. Supply
+VE
144 mm A TM2 TM2
C
K
R
S
Potential-Free Potential
T
215 mm
C
FUSE
Fault Inputs Inputs
REAR
TM1 TM1
VIEW
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STANDARD OPERATING SEQUENCES OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

Repeat Relay Card

The MINILEC Annunciation systems are programmed to
operate as per following operating sequences confirming to ISA External Repeat Relay Cards can be connected for remote annunciation or
standards. Other sequences / non standard sequences are given
as per customer’s requirement. interfacing with SCADA or DCS hardware. These cards are connected by
plug-in type pre-fab cables. Repeat Relay Card is suitable for NO type Fault
Minilec Operating ISA Std. Code contacts only.
Sequence Code Sequence Title
S1 Manual Reset M1 4- 3.0
25
S2 Auto Reset A1
S3 Ringback R1-12 85
50
S4 First UP F2M-1
10
SEQUENCE S1 : Manual Reset (M1) 5
180 5
1. Test, Silence Accept, 190
P NORMAL Reset Push Buttons are
RESET WHILE
NORMAL V OFF TO ABNORMAL external.
A SILENT 2. Audible alarm can be
silenced by pressing
P ABNORMAL P ABNORMAL Silence (Mute) Push Manned / Unmanned Facility
ACCEPT / TEST button.
/ NORMAL This feature allows disabling the audio
3. Manual reset of Accepted
V STEADY faults after process M
A SILENT V FLASHING conditions return to & visual indication on fault occurrence if
normal. the station is unmanned. The A1
P ABNORMAL A AUDIBLE 4. Operation test provided.

ACCEPT
/ NORMAL
SILENCE / MUTE
annunciator registers & records all U/M
V FLASHING faults occurring during unmanned A2
A SILENT S
mode and displays again manned
SEQUENCE S2 : Auto Reset (A1) mode.
1. Test, Silence Accept,
P NORMAL Reset Push Buttons are
RETURN TO
NORMAL V OFF TO ABNORMAL external. RS 232 / 485 Convertor
A SILENT 2. Audible alarm can be
silenced by pressing This is a universal convertor for converting RS 232 serial
P ABNORMAL P ABNORMAL Silence (Mute) Push
V STEADY ACCEPT / TEST
button. port to RS 485 serial port or vice versa. It operates on 230
3. Automatic reset of
A SILENT V FLASHING Accepted faults after AC supply and is to be used with Minilec make
A AUDIBLE process conditions return
P ABNORMAL to normal. interconnecting cables for Minilec annunciators & for PC.
/ NORMAL 4. Operation test provided.
ACCEPT
V FLASHING SILENCE / MUTE
A SILENT d) Electronic / Industrial Hooter
SEQUENCE S3 : Ringback (R1-12) Electronic Hooters with tone & volume control are supplied. Suitable for
1. Test, Silence Accept,
ACCEPT WHILE
P NORMAL Reset Push Buttons are AC or DC supply Standard 96 x 96 enclosure.
NORMAL V OFF TO ABNORMAL external.
A OFF 2. Alarm & ringback Audible
devices. ANNUNCIATOR PANELS
P ABNORMAL RB SILENT P ABNORMAL 3. Audible device or ringback
/ TEST alarm can be silenced by Often Alarm Annunciators are required to be housed in a suitable
V SLOW
RETURN TO ABNORMAL V FAST pressing Silence (Mute) cubical and many times such control panel consists of only Alarm Annunciators.
FLASH FLASH Push
button. Minilec offers Alarm Annunciators along with control panels. This includes design of
A OFF A AUDIBLE
RETURN TO NORMAL 4. Ringback visual & audible control panel, fabrication, painting, assembly of Alarm Annunciators and assistance
RB AUDIBLE RB SILENT alarm when process
status returns to normal.
during installation and commissioning.
P ABNORMAL
RETURN
5. Operation test provided. Retrofitting work by replacing old annunciation system with latest design and for
V STEADY
TO NORMAL ACCEPT expansion in power stations, substations, process plants as also standard
A SILENT WHILE ABNORMAL
Annunciation Panels for plants and equipments can be catered to.
RB SILENT
The Minilec Panel Advantages
SEQUENCE S4 : First Out Manual Reset (F2M-1) • Complete in-house design, assembly
1. Test, Silence Accept,
P NORMAL FIRST TO Reset Push Buttons are
of Annunciator Panels.
RESET WHILE
V OFF ABNORMAL external. • Software capability for automisation
NORMAL
2. First-out flashing and
A SILENT
subsequent steady. to meet project specifications.
P ABNORMAL P ABNORMAL 3. Manual reset of Accepted • Component layout as per standards &
MUTE SUBSEQUENT TO faults when process
V STEADY ABNORMAL / TEST
status return to normal. safety requirements.
A SILENT V FLASHING 4. Operation test provided.
P ABNORMAL • Powder coated MS or Aluminum Rack
A AUDIBLE
V STEADY Panels with quality panel wiring.
ACCEPT
A AUDIBLE
ACCEPT (FIRST-OUT RESET)

P ABNORMAL
V FLASHING
ACCEPT (FIRST-OUT RESET) SILENCE / MUTE
A SILENT
Note:
P : Process Status, V : Visual Alarm Status, A : Audible Alarm Status, RB : Ringback audible alarm status.

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