INSTALLATION GUIDELINES

selec TC544B / TC244BX / TC344BX

Operating Instructions
OUTPUT
Control Output Relay Contact :
5A resistive@250V AC / 30V DC
1. This equipment, being built-in-type, normally becomes a
EMC GUIDELINES

1. Use proper input power cables with shortest

(Relay or SSR
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part of main control panel and in such case the terminals do

user selectable) (SPST for TC544B & connections and twisted type.
not remain accessible to the end user after installation and 2. Layout of connecting cables shall be away from any
SPDT for TC244BX, TC344BX)
Internal wiring. internal EMI source.
SSR Drive Output (Voltage Pulse):
12V DC, 30 mA 2. Do not allow pieces of metal, wire clippings, or fine metallic
fillings from installation to enter the product or else it may LOAD CONNECTIONS
Auxiliary Output Relay Contact : lead to a safety hazard that may in turn endanger life or
5A resistive@250V AC / 30V DC cause electrical shock to the operator.
(SPST for TC544B & 1. The service life of the output relays depends on the
3. Circuit breaker or mains switch must be installed between
SPDT for TC244BX / TC344BX) switching capacity and switching conditions. Consider
power source and supply terminals to facilitate power 'ON'
the actual application conditions and use the product
or ‘OFF’ function. However this switch or breaker must be
POWER SUPPLY within the rated load and electrical service life.
48 x 48 72 x 72 96 x 96 installed in a convenient position normally accessible to the
85 to 270V AC/DC 2. Although the relay output is rated at 5/10 amps it is
Supply Voltage operator.
PARAMETER SPECIFICATIONS (AC : 50 / 60 Hz ) 4. Use and store the temperature controller within the
always necessary to use an interposing relay or
contactor that will switch the load. This avoids damage to
4 + 4 digit, Power Consumption specified ambient temperature and humidity ranges as
Display 6 VA max@230V AC the controller in the event of a fault short developing on
7 segment digital display mentioned in this manual.
the power output circuit.
Operating : 0 to 50°C
1 : Output 1 ON Temperature CAUTION 3. Always use a separate fused supply for the “power load
Storage : -20 to 75°C
2 : Output 2 ON circuit”and do not take this from the live and neutral
LED Indications Humidity 95% RH (non-condensing) 1. When powering up for the first time, disconnect the terminals supplying power to the controller.
T : Tune
output connections.
S : Dwell timer TC544B 116 g 2. Fuse Protection : The unit is normally supplied without a For load current less than 0.5A
Keys 3 keys for digital setting Weight TC244BX 190 g power switch and fuses. Make wiring so that the fuse is
L N
placed between the mains power supply switch and the TC
INPUT SPECIFICATIONS TC344BX 250 g
controller. (2 pole breaker fuse - rating : 275V AC,1A for TC
Thermocouple (J,K,T,R,S) / electrical circuitry is highly recommended) LOAD
Input Signal SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 3. Since this is a built-in-type equipment (finds place in main C NO
RTD (Pt100)
control panel), its output terminals get connected to host R C
All safety related codifications, symbols and instructions
Sampling time 250 ms equipment. Such equipment shall also comply with basic MOV
that appear in this operating manual or on the equipment must
EMI/EMC and other safety requirements like BSEN61326-1 Snubber
Input Filter (FTC) 0.2 to 10.0 sec be strictly followed to ensure the safety of the operating
and BSEN 61010 respectively. For bigger loads, use interposing relay / contactor
personnel as well as the instrument.
0.1 / 1° for TC/RTD input 4. Thermal dissipation of equipment is met through
Resolution If the equipment is not handled in a manner specified by N
(Fixed 1° for R & S type TC input) ventilation holes provided on chassis of equipment. Such L TC
the manufacturer it might impair the protection provided by the
ventilation holes shall not be obstructed else it can lead to a
Temperature Unit o
C / °F selectable equipment. safety hazard. TC Contactor

For TC inputs : 5. The output terminals shall be strictly loaded to the

Read complete instructions prior to installation and C NO
0.25% of F. S ±1°C manufacturer specified values / range. R C
operation of the unit.
For R & S inputs :
0.5% of F. S ±2°C MECHANICAL INSTALLATION MOV
Snubber
Indication Accuracy WARNING : Risk of electric shock.
( 20 min of warm up time C
for TC input ) LOAD
For RTD inputs : WIRING GUIDELINES
0.1% of F. S ±1°C
WARNING : ELECTRICAL PRECAUTIONS DURING USE
FUNCTIONAL SPECIFICATIONS B D F Electrical noise generated by switching of inductive
1. To prevent the risk of electric shock power supply to the
1) PID control with Auto or equipment must be kept OFF while doing the wiring loads can create momentary disruption, erratic display,
Self Tuning arrangement. Do not touch the terminals while power is latch up, data loss or permanent damage to the
Control Method A G
2) ON-OFF control being supplied. E C instrument.
2. To eliminate electromagnetic interference use short wire To reduce noise :
Proportional Band(P) 1.0 to 400.0°C, 1.0 to 752.0°F MODEL DIM A B C D E F G a) Use of snubber circuits across loads as shown above,
with adequate ratings; twists of the same in equal size shall
be made. For the input and output signal lines, be sure to TC544B 52 52 76 45 4 46 46 is recommended.
Integral Time(I) 0 to 9999 sec b) Use separate shielded wires for inputs.
use shielded wires and keep them away from each other. TC244BX 72 72 83.7 67 4.5 69 69
Derivative Time(D) 0 to 9999 sec 3. Cable used for connection to power source, must have a
TC344BX 96 96 73 90.5 5 92 92 TERMINAL CONNECTIONS
cross section of 1mm2 or greater. These wires shall have
Cycle Time 0.1 to 99.9 sec insulation capacity made of at least 1.5kV. 1. Prepare the panel cutout with proper dimensions as shown TC +/RTD1
4. When extending the thermocouple lead wires, always use L ( )

+
Hysteresis Width 0.1 to 99.9°C above.
thermocouple compensation wires for wiring. For the RTD 2. Fit the unit into the panel with the help of clamp given.
Dwell Timer 0 to 9999 min type, use a wiring material with a small lead resistance (5Ω N( ) SSR +
3. The equipment in its installed state must not come in close
max per line) and no resistance differentials among three proximity to any heating sources, caustic vapors, oils, TC /RTD2
Manual Reset Value -19.9 to 19.9°C/°F

TC544B
wires. steam or other unwanted process by-products. NO2
HEAT COOL PID 5. A better anti-noise effect can be expected by using 4. Use the specified size of crimp terminals (M3.5 screws) to RTD3
standard power supply cable for the instrument. wire the terminal block. Tighten the screws on the terminal
Control Method PID block using the tightening torque within the range of 1.2 SSR
COM2
Proportional 1.0 to 400.0°C MAINTENANCE N.m. NO1 COM1
Band-Cool 1.0 to 752.0°F 1. The equipment should be cleaned regularly to avoid 5. Do not connect anything to unused terminals.
Cycle Time-Cool 0.1 to 99.9 sec blockage of ventilating parts.
2. Clean the equipment with a clean soft cloth. Do not use
Dead Band SPLL to SPHL(Programmable) Isopropyl alcohol or any other cleaning agent.
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 TC + /RTD1 FRONT KEYS DESCRIPTION Programming online parameters If auto-tuning is not completed after 3-4 cycles, the auto-
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L (+) 1 8 tuning is suspected to fail. In this case, check the wiring
FUNCTIONS KEY PRESS
- 9
Setpoint 1 Default : 50 & parameters such as the control action, input type, etc.
N( ) 2 -
TC /RTD2 ONLINE Carry out the auto-tuning again, if there is a change in
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Range : SPLL to SPHL
NO2 3 10 To view Level 1 Press key for 3 sec. setpoint or process parameters.
TC244BX

RTD3 If upper display is selected as then,

COM2 4 11 To view Level 2 Press key for 3 sec. Pressing key will show on Upper display : 4. ON/OFF control action (For Reverse Mode) :
To view Protection Level Press + keys for 3 sec. Lower display : <50> The relay is ‘ON’ up to the set temperature and cuts
NC2 5 12 SSR +
Press + / keys to increment / decrement ‘OFF' above the set temperature. As the temperature of
To view online Lower display selectable between value.
NO1 6 13 SSR - parameters SET1/SET2/TIME using key. the system drops, the relay is switched ‘ON' at a
temperature slightly lower than the set point.
COM1 7 14 NC1
NOTE : Elapsed time / Remaining time dependent on the
selection of ONL parameter in level1. HYSTERESIS :
Setpoint 2 / Dead band The difference between the temperature at which
TC + / RTD1 To change online Press + / to change Default : 0
L (+) 1 10 relay switches ‘ON’ and at which the relay switches
parameter values parameter value. Range : SPLL to SPHL
- ‘OFF’ is the hysteresis or dead band.
N( ) 2 11 - PROGRAMMING MODE If upper display is selected as / then, overshoot
TC / RTD2 Temp.
3 12 To view parameters on or key once to view the next or Pressing key will show on Upper display : / Hysteresis
RTD3 the same level. previous function in operational menu. Lower display: <0> set point
NO2 4 13 Press + / keys to increment / decrement
TC344BX

To increase or decrease + to increase and + to

the value of a particular decrease the function value. / value. Reverse
COM2 5 14
parameter. Note : Parameter value will not alter
NC2 6 15 when respective level is locked.
Output ON OFF ON Time
NOTE : The unit will auto exit programming mode after 30 sec.
NO1 7 16 SSR + of inactivity.
Temp. Hysteresis
COM1 8 17 SSR - OR By pressing the or or + keys for 3 sec. Dwell Timer Default : OFF
set point
Range : OFF, 1 to 9999 min
NC1 9 18
Table 1 : INPUT RANGE If upper display is selected as / then, Forward
Pressing key will show on Upper display :
Use only the correct thermocouple wire or FOR RTD Lower display : <OFF>
compensating cable from the probe to instrument Press + / keys to increment / decrement Output OFF ON OFF Time
terminals avoiding joints in the cable if possible.
INPUT TYPE RANGE
time value.
Failure to use the correct wire type will lead to Resolution: 1 Resolution: 0.1 UNIT 5. Manual Reset (for PID control & I = 0) : After some
inaccurate readings. time the process temperature settles at some point
Ensure that the input sensor connected at the Pt100 -150 to 850 -150.0 to 850.0 °C and there is a difference between the set temperature
terminals and the input type set in the temperature
-238 to 1562 -199.9 to 999.9 °F
USER GUIDE
USER GUIDE & the controlled temperature. This difference can be
controller configuration are the same.
1. Display Bias : This function is used to adjust the PV removed by setting the manual reset value equal &
FOR THERMOCOUPLE opposite to the offset.
FRONT PANEL DESCRIPTION INPUT TYPE RANGE
value in cases where it is necessary for PV value to agree
with another recorder or indicator, or when the sensor Time Proportional With Manual Reset
cannot be mounted in correct location. Temp.
Resolution: 1 Resolution: 0.1 UNIT
2. Filter Time Constant : The input filter is used to filter out
-199 to 750 -199 to 750 °C quick changes that occur to the process variable in a
1 J set point
-328 to 1382 -199 to 999 °F dynamic or quick responding application which causes
3 1 T erratic control. Offset Manual reset
-199 to 1350 -199 to 999 °C adjusted
4 2 S 2 K The digital filter also aids in controlling processes where
the electrical noise affects the input signal. Time
5 -328 to 2462 -199 to 999 °F
6
Larger the value of FTC entered, greater the filter added 6. Self Tune (ST) : It is used where modification of PID
-199 to 400 -199 to 400 °C parameters is required repeatedly due to frequent
T and the slower the controller reacts to the process and
-328 to 750 -199 to 750 °F vice versa. change in process condition eg. Setpoint.
1) Displays a process value (PV). 3. Auto tune (AT) : The Auto-tuning function automatically ! Tune LED blinks at slower rate when Self-tuning is in
0 to 1750 N/A °C progress.
1 Process-value (PV) / 2) Displays the parameter symbols R, S computes and sets the proportional band (P),
Parameter name at configuration mode/online menu. ! At the completion of self-tuning, Tune LED stop
display 3) Displays PV error conditions.
32 to 3182 N/A °F integral time (I), Derivative time (D), ARW% and
blinking.
(refer Table 2) cycle time (CY.T) as per process characteristics.
Proportional band Reduced overshoot
Parameter setting Displays the parameter settings at Table 2 : ERROR DISPLAY ! Tune LED blinks at faster rate when auto-tuning is in Temp.
2 display configuration mode/online menu. progress.
When an error has occurred, the upper display indicates error Set point
Control output 1 The LED is lit when the control ! At the completion of Auto-tuning, Tune LED stops
3 codes as given below.
indication output 1 is ON blinking.
Control Output PID - time proportioning with auto reset & rate
Control output 2 The LED is lit when the control Error Description
4 output 2 is ON Status Temp. Proportional band
indication
Auto tune : Blinking (With faster rate) Sensor break / Time
5 Tune Over range condition OFF set point Self-tuning is initiated under the following conditions :
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Self tune : Blinking (With slower rate)
1) When setpoint is altered.
6 Dwell timer
Blinking : Dwell timer is in progress. Sensor reverse / 2) When tune mode is altered. (TUNE=ST)
Continuous ON : Time over. Under range condition OFF
AT off Time ST will start only if PV < 50% of setpoint.
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ST will work only when ACT=RE.
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If the power goes OFF before auto-tuning is completed,
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auto-tuning will be restarted at next power ON.

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KEY FUNCTIONS
CONFIGURATION INSTRUCTIONS

Press once to view online parameters Press for 3 sec to enter Level 2 Press once to view next parameter in configuration menu

Press for 3 sec to enter Level 1 Press once to view previous parameter in configuration menu + Press for 3 sec to enter protection Level

+ or + Allows the user to increase or decrease associated parameter value or or + To exit configuration menu press any of these keys for 3 sec

OPERATIONAL MENU

POWER ON

1 T
2 S

Press key for 3sec. Press + keys for 3sec.

Press key for 3sec.

Level 1 Level 2 Protection Level

Display Description Default Range Display Display Description Default Range Display Display Description Default Range Display
Value Condition Value Condition Value Condition
Input type Tune
J/K/T/R/S/RTD OFF / ST / AT For CNTL=PID Lock setpoint 1 UNLK/LOCK
(Refer Table 1) (Refer user guide)
Not prompted
Display Resolution 1/0.1 Proportional band 1.0 to 400.0° For CNTL=PID Lock setpoint 2 UNLK/LOCK
for R & S type
Temperature unit °C/°F Integral time 0 to 9999 sec For CNTL=PID Lock level 1 UNLK/LOCK
Set point low limit Min range of sensor
selected to SPHL Derivative time 0 to 9999 sec For CNTL=PID Lock level 2 UNLK/LOCK
Set point high limit SPLL to Max range
of sensor selected Prompted when
Cycle time mode AUTO/USR.F For CNTL=PID Lock dwell time UNLK/LOCK
DWEL=YES
Filter time constant 0.2 to10.0 sec
Cycle time 0.1 to 99.9 sec For CNTL=PID Note
Control action for Not prompted 1. Locking parameters (LVL1 or LVL2 or SP or DWEL) will not permit
relay 1 RE/FD for HC=YES Hysteresis 1 0.1 to 99.9° For CNTL=ONF change in the value of respective level parameters.
Control logic PID/ONF Time value (online) can be altered only when DWEL is not locked
For CNTL=PID in protection level.
Manual reset -19.9 to +19.9°
Control Output selection RELAY/SSR & I=0 2. Continuous operation of + / keys for SP or other parameters
Proportional For CNTL=PID makes update speed faster in 3 stages after 3 sec.
Dwell mode enable NO/YES 1.0 to 400.0°
band-cool & HC=YES
Heat-cool mode For CNTL=PID
selection NO/YES Cycle time-cool 0.1 to 99.9 sec
& HC=YES
Control action for When HC=NO. For HC=NO or
RE/FD/TIME TIME prompted Hysteresis 2 0.1 to 99.9°
relay 2 HC=YES &
when DWEL CNTL=ONF
=YES
When When DWEL
Relay 2 type DEV/ABS Dwell time OFF, 1 to 9999 min
ACT2=RE/FD =YES
When DWEL
Online menu for timer REMN/ELPS Display bias -19.9 to 19.9°
=YES
Anti-reset windup % When CNTL
1.0 to 100.0%
=PID
Factory default
(Reset all) NO/YES Note : At power ON lower display shows (momentary) input type selected in Level 1.

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 CALIBRATION CERTIFICATE

Date :

Model No :

Claimed Accuracy :
For TC inputs : 0.25% of FS ±1°C
For R & S inputs : 0.5% of F.S ±2°C
(20 min of warm up time for TC input)
For RTD inputs : 0.1% of FS ±1°C

Sources calibrated against :

Multimeter calibration report no :

The calibration of this unit has been verified at the

following values :

SENSOR VERIFICATION
SELECTION VALUE (°C)
~25.0
K ~475.0
~975.0
~0.0
RTD ~320.0
~810.0
The thermocouple / RTD curves are linearized in
this microprocessor based product; and hence the
values interpolated across the input range are also
equally accurate ; at every point in the curve.

Unit is accepted as accuracy is within the specified

limit of claimed accuracy and certificate is valid upto
one year from the date of issue.

CHECKED BY :

(Specifications are subject to change, since development is

a continuous process.)

Selec Controls Pvt. Ltd., India

Factory Address :
EL-27/1, Electronic Zone, TTC Industrial Area, MIDC, Mahape,
Navi Mumbai - 400 710, INDIA.
Tel. No. : +91-22-41 418 419/430 | Fax No. : +91-22-28471733
Toll free : 1800 227 353 (BSNL/MTNL Subscribers only)
Website : www.selec.com | Email : sales@selec.com
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