HC900 Process Control Designer

Function Block Reference Guide

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 About This Document

Abstract
The "Process Control Designer" configuration software program is used for HC900 Controller and Operator
Interface configuration and operates on a PC with Windows Vista or Windows 7 (32 and 64 bit). The software
program uses graphic symbols and line drawing connections to create custom control strategies. Menus are provided
in the software to allow selection of screens for the operator interface and to customize screen access methods and
operator keys. Completed configurations are loaded into the control system using a dedicated communication port in
the controller.

References
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publication.

Document Title Doc ID

HC900 Controller Technical Overview 51-52-03-31

Legacy HC900 Controller Installation and User Guide 51-52-25-107

HC900 Operator Interface User Guide 51-52-25-108

HC900 Process Control Designer User Guide 51-52-25- 110

HC900 Process Control Communications User Guide 51-52-25-111

900 Control Station For use with HC900 Process Control 51-52-25-148

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shall be bonded to Protective Earth at the source of supply in accordance with
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 Table of Contents

Notices and Trademarks .................................................................................................. ii

About This Document ...................................................................................................... iii

Abstract ......................................................................................................................................................................... iii

References .................................................................................................................................................................... iii

Contact Information ....................................................................................................................................................... iv

Symbol Definitions ......................................................................................................................................................... v

Table of Contents ............................................................................................................ vi

Tables ........................................................................................................................................................................... xi

Figures ........................................................................................................................................................................ xiv

Introduction ..................................................................................................................... 1
Overview ........................................................................................................................................................................1

Accessing function block properties ...............................................................................................................................1

Normal Scan vs. Fast Scan Function Blocks .................................................................................................................2

Block Order ....................................................................................................................................................................2

Function Blocks ............................................................................................................... 3

Introduction ....................................................................................................................................................................3

Function block listings ....................................................................................................................................................3

ABS Absolute Value Function Block ............................................................................................................................ 14

ADD Function Block ..................................................................................................................................................... 16

4ADD Function Block ................................................................................................................................................... 17

AGA8DL Function Block .............................................................................................................................................. 18

AGA8GS Function Block .............................................................................................................................................. 27

AGA3O Function Block ................................................................................................................................................ 34

AGA7TM Function Block .............................................................................................................................................. 39

AGA9UM Function Block ............................................................................................................................................. 43

AI Function Block ......................................................................................................................................................... 47

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Analog Input Voting ...................................................................................................................................................... 54

ALM Alarm Function Block ........................................................................................................................................... 60

ALMGR Alarm Group Function Block........................................................................................................................... 64

ALT Alternator Function Block...................................................................................................................................... 66

AMB Auto/Manual Bias Function Block ........................................................................................................................ 75

2AND Function Block ................................................................................................................................................... 82

4ALM Function Block ................................................................................................................................................... 84

4AND Function Block ................................................................................................................................................... 86

8AND Function Block ................................................................................................................................................... 88

AO Function Block ....................................................................................................................................................... 90

Analog Output Validated .............................................................................................................................................. 93

ASYS Analog System Status Function Block ............................................................................................................... 98

BCD Function Block ................................................................................................................................................... 101

BOOL Boolean Logic Function Block ......................................................................................................................... 103

CALEVT Calendar Event Function Block ................................................................................................................... 106

CARB Carbon Potential Function Block ..................................................................................................................... 114

CAVG Continuous Average Function Block ............................................................................................................... 134

CMPR Comparison Calculation Function Block ......................................................................................................... 137

DC Device Control Function Block ............................................................................................................................. 138

DCMP Deviation Compare Function Block ................................................................................................................ 143

DDEC Digital Decoder Function Block ....................................................................................................................... 146

DENC Digital Encoder Function Block ....................................................................................................................... 148

DEWP Function Block ................................................................................................................................................ 150

DI Function Block ....................................................................................................................................................... 153

Digital Input Voting ..................................................................................................................................................... 156

8DI Function Block ..................................................................................................................................................... 160

DIV Function Block..................................................................................................................................................... 163

DLAY Function Block ................................................................................................................................................. 165

DO Function Block ..................................................................................................................................................... 167

Digital Output Validated ............................................................................................................................................. 170

8DO Function Block ................................................................................................................................................... 174

DSW Digital Switch Function Block ............................................................................................................................ 177

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ENTH Humidity and Enthalpy Function Block ............................................................................................................ 178

FGEN Function Generator Function Block ................................................................................................................. 180

FI Frequency Input ..................................................................................................................................................... 184

FMON Fault Monitor Function Block .......................................................................................................................... 188

FRCP Force Present Function Block ......................................................................................................................... 192

FSS Four Selector Switch Function Block.................................................................................................................. 194

FSYS Fast Logic System Monitor .............................................................................................................................. 197

HLLM High Low Limiter Function Block ..................................................................................................................... 199

HMON High Monitor Function Block .......................................................................................................................... 201

HOA Hand/Off/Auto Switch Function Block ................................................................................................................ 203

HSEL High Selector Function Block ........................................................................................................................... 208

LDLG Lead/Lag Function Block ................................................................................................................................. 210

LMON Low Monitor Function Block ............................................................................................................................ 213

LPSW Loop Switch Function Block ............................................................................................................................ 215

LSEL Low Selector Function Block ............................................................................................................................ 217

LTCH Latch Function Block ....................................................................................................................................... 218

MATH Function Block ................................................................................................................................................ 220

MBR Modbus Read Function Block ........................................................................................................................... 224

MBS Modbus Slave Function Block ........................................................................................................................... 228

MBW Modbus Write Function Block ........................................................................................................................... 238

MDSW Mode Switch Function Block .......................................................................................................................... 242

MDFL Mode Flag Function Block ............................................................................................................................... 244

MMA Min/Max/Avg Function Block............................................................................................................................. 246

MSF Mass Flow Calculation Function Block .............................................................................................................. 250

MUL Multiplier Function Block .................................................................................................................................... 253

4MUL Multiplier (4 input) Function Block.................................................................................................................... 255

NEG Negate Function Block ...................................................................................................................................... 257

NOT Function Block ................................................................................................................................................... 258

ONDT On Delay Timer Function Block ...................................................................................................................... 259

OFDT Off Delay Timer Function Block ....................................................................................................................... 262

ON/OFF Function Block ............................................................................................................................................. 265

2OR Function Block ................................................................................................................................................... 277

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8OR Function Block ................................................................................................................................................... 281

PB Pushbutton Function Block ................................................................................................................................... 284

PDE Peer Data Exchange Function Block ................................................................................................................. 287

PDR Peer Data Read Function Block ........................................................................................................................ 292

PDW Peer Data Write Function Block ........................................................................................................................ 294

PI Pulse Input ............................................................................................................................................................. 296

POUT Pulse Output ................................................................................................................................................... 299

PID Function Block..................................................................................................................................................... 302

PPO Position Proportional Output Function Block ..................................................................................................... 326

PSYC Psychrometric Calculations Function Block ..................................................................................................... 331

PTMR Periodic Timer Function Block ........................................................................................................................ 333

QDT Quadrature Function Block ................................................................................................................................ 336

RAI Function Block..................................................................................................................................................... 339

RACK Function Block................................................................................................................................................. 344

RAMP Function Block ................................................................................................................................................ 346

RCON Read Constant Function Block ....................................................................................................................... 352

RCP Recipe Selector Function Block ......................................................................................................................... 354

RH Relative Humidity Function Block......................................................................................................................... 356

ROC Rate of Change Function Block......................................................................................................................... 358

RSTAT Redundancy Status Function Block ............................................................................................................... 361

RSW Rotary Switch Function Block ........................................................................................................................... 362

RTC Real Time Clock Function Block ........................................................................................................................ 364

RTMR Resettable Timer Function Block .................................................................................................................... 365

SCB Scale and Bias Function Block .......................................................................................................................... 368

SEQ Sequencer Function Block ................................................................................................................................. 370

SPEV Setpoint Programming Event Decoder Function Block .................................................................................... 376

SPP Function Block ................................................................................................................................................... 379

SPS Setpoint Scheduler Function Block .................................................................................................................... 389

SPSA Setpoint Scheduler Auxiliary Setpoint Function Block ..................................................................................... 396

SQRT Function Block................................................................................................................................................. 398

STG Stage Function Block ......................................................................................................................................... 400

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STRIG Selectable Trigger Function Block.................................................................................................................. 408

STSW Setpoint Scheduler State Switch Function Block ............................................................................................ 410

SUB Subtraction Function Block ................................................................................................................................ 411

4SUB Function Block ................................................................................................................................................. 412

SW Analog Switch Function Block ............................................................................................................................. 414

SYNC Function Block................................................................................................................................................. 416

TAHD Track and Hold Function Block........................................................................................................................ 418

TCPR Function Block ................................................................................................................................................. 420

TCPS Function Block ................................................................................................................................................. 424

TCPW Function Block ................................................................................................................................................ 432

TGFF Toggle Flip Flop Function Block....................................................................................................................... 436

TMDT Time and Date Function Block ........................................................................................................................ 438

TOT Totalizer Function Block ..................................................................................................................................... 439

TPO Time Proportional Output Function Block .......................................................................................................... 442

TPSC (3POS) Function Block .................................................................................................................................... 444

TRIG Trigger Function Block ...................................................................................................................................... 459

TRND Trend Rate Function Block .............................................................................................................................. 461

TRPT Trend Point Function Block .............................................................................................................................. 463

UPDN Up/Down Function Block ................................................................................................................................. 466

VLIM Velocity Limiter Function Block ......................................................................................................................... 468

WCON Write Constant Function Block....................................................................................................................... 470

WTUN Write Tuning Constants Function Block.......................................................................................................... 472

WVAR Write Variable Function Block ........................................................................................................................ 474

XFR Bumpless Analog Transfer Switch Function Block ............................................................................................. 477

XOR Function Block ................................................................................................................................................... 479

5XYRB Function Block ............................................................................................................................................... 480

5XYRT Function Block ............................................................................................................................................... 484

6XYRT Function Block ............................................................................................................................................... 487

6XYRWG ................................................................................................................................................................... 492

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 Tables
Table 1 Function blocks by category ............................................................................................................................ 4
Table 2 Function blocks alphabetically ......................................................................................................................... 9
Table 3 AGA8DL General tab configuration parameters ........................................................................................... 20
Table 4 AGA8DL Detail tab configuration parameters .............................................................................................. 21
Table 5 AGA Error Codes .......................................................................................................................................... 23
Table 6 AGA8GS General tab configuration parameters ........................................................................................... 29
Table 7 AGA8GS Detail tab configuration parameters .............................................................................................. 30
Table 8 AGA3O Orifice tab configuration parameters ............................................................................................... 35
Table 9 AGA3O Flow Rates tab configuration parameters ........................................................................................ 37
Table 10 AGA7TM Turbine tab configuration parameters ........................................................................................ 40
Table 11 AGA7TM Flow Rates tab configuration parameters ................................................................................... 41
Table 12 AGA9UM Ultrasonic tab configuration parameters .................................................................................... 44
Table 13 AGA9UM Flow Rates tab configuration parameters .................................................................................. 45
Table 14 Analog Input configuration parameters ....................................................................................................... 48
Table 15 HC900 Input Types and Ranges .................................................................................................................. 51
Table 16 Analog alarm configuration parameters ...................................................................................................... 62
Table 17 ALT general tab parameters ........................................................................................................................ 70
Table 18 ALT sequence tab parameters ..................................................................................................................... 73
Table 19 AMB General tab configuration parameters ................................................................................................ 76
Table 20 AMB Start Restart tab configuration parameters.......................................................................................... 77
Table 21 AMB Range/limit tab configuration parameters........................................................................................... 78
Table 22 AMB Alarm tab configuration parameters ................................................................................................... 80
Table 23 Analog output configuration parameters ..................................................................................................... 91
Table 24 Analog system status block outputs ............................................................................................................. 99
Table 25 BOOL function block configuration parameters ....................................................................................... 105
Table 26 Calendar Event Details tab configuration parameters................................................................................ 108
Table 27 Calendar Event Special Days tab configuration parameters ...................................................................... 110
Table 28 Calendar Event Setpoint tab configuration parameters.............................................................................. 112
Table 29 CARB General tab configuration parameters ............................................................................................ 117
Table 30 CARB Start/Restart tab configuration parameter ....................................................................................... 119
Table 31 CARB RSP tab configuration parameters................................................................................................... 121
Table 32 CARB Range/limit tab configuration parameters ....................................................................................... 123
Table 33 CARB Tuning tab configuration parameters .............................................................................................. 124
Table 34 CARB Accutune III tab configuration parameters ..................................................................................... 126
Table 35 CARB Alarms tab configuration parameters .............................................................................................. 130
Table 36 Carbon Potential tab configuration parameters.......................................................................................... 132
Table 37 Continuous average configuration parameters........................................................................................... 135
Table 38 Monitored events and device states ........................................................................................................... 140
Table 39 Device control function block parameters ................................................................................................. 141
Table 40 DCMP configuration parameters ............................................................................................................... 144
Table 41 Dewpoint function block parameters ......................................................................................................... 151
Table 42 Digital input configuration parameters ...................................................................................................... 154
Table 43 Eight Digital input configuration parameters ............................................................................................ 161
Table 44 On Delay/Off Delay configuration parameters .......................................................................................... 166
Table 45 Digital output configuration parameters .................................................................................................... 168
Table 46 Eight Digital output configuration parameters .......................................................................................... 175
Table 47 Function generator configuration parameters ............................................................................................ 181
Table 48 Frequency Input configuration parameters ................................................................................................ 186
Table 49 Force Present configuration parameters .................................................................................................... 193
Table 50 Four selector switch configuration parameters for operator interface display ........................................... 195
Table 51 Fast logic system status block outputs ....................................................................................................... 197
Table 52 High low limit configuration parameters ................................................................................................... 200
Table 53 High monitor function block configuration parameters ............................................................................. 202

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Table 54 HOA general tab parameters ..................................................................................................................... 204
Table 55 HOA feedback signal tab parameters ........................................................................................................ 205
Table 56 Lead lag configuration parameters ............................................................................................................ 211
Table 57 Low monitor function block configuration parameters ............................................................................. 214
Table 58 Math function block configuration parameters .......................................................................................... 222
Table 59 MBR function block configuration parameters ......................................................................................... 225
Table 60 MBS Block General tab configuration parameters .................................................................................... 231
Table 61 MBS Block Read tab configuration parameters ......................................................................................... 233
Table 62 MBS Block Write tab configuration parameters ........................................................................................ 235
Table 63 MBW function block configuration parameters ........................................................................................ 239
Table 64 Min/Max/Ave/Sum function block configuration parameters ................................................................... 248
Table 65 Mass flow function block configuration parameters.................................................................................. 251
Table 66 On delay timer function block example ..................................................................................................... 260
Table 67 Off delay timer configuration parameters .................................................................................................. 263
Table 68 ON/OFF General tab configuration parameters .......................................................................................... 268
Table 69 ON/OFF Start/Restart tab configuration parameter .................................................................................... 270
Table 70 ON/OFF RSP tab configuration parameters ............................................................................................... 271
Table 71 ON/OFF Range/limit tab configuration parameters.................................................................................... 273
Table 72 ON/OFF Alarm tab configuration parameters ........................................................................................... 275
Table 73 Pushbutton function group configuration .................................................................................................. 285
Table 74 PDE General tab configuration parameters ............................................................................................... 288
Table 75 PDE Read tab configuration parameters .................................................................................................... 289
Table 76 PDE Write tab configuration parameters ................................................................................................... 290
Table 77 Pulse Input Configuration Parameters ........................................................................................................ 297
Table 78 Pulse Output Configuration Parameters ..................................................................................................... 300
Table 79 PID General tab configuration parameters ................................................................................................ 306
Table 80 PID Start/Restart tab configuration parameter ........................................................................................... 308
Table 81 PID RSP tab configuration parameters ...................................................................................................... 310
Table 82 PID Range/limit tab configuration parameters .......................................................................................... 312
Table 83 PID Tuning tab configuration parameters.................................................................................................. 314
Table 84 PID Accutune III tab configuration parameters ......................................................................................... 315
Table 85 PID Alarms tab configuration parameters ................................................................................................. 319
Table 86 Position Proportional Motor Control .......................................................................................................... 328
Table 87 PSYC function block configuration parameters ........................................................................................ 332
Table 88 PT function block configuration parameters.............................................................................................. 334
Table 89 QDT parameters ........................................................................................................................................ 337
Table 90 Analog Input with Remote C/J configuration parameters ......................................................................... 340
Table 91 HC900 Input Types and Ranges for RAI Function Block ......................................................................... 342
Table 92 RAMP general tab parameters ................................................................................................................... 349
Table 93 RAMP tabs parameters .............................................................................................................................. 350
Table 94 Read constant configuration data ............................................................................................................... 353
Table 95 Metric units ................................................................................................................................................ 357
Table 96 ROC configuration parameters .................................................................................................................. 359
Table 97 Redundancy Status configuration parameters ............................................................................................ 361
Table 98 RTMR configuration parameters ............................................................................................................... 366
Table 99 SCB configuration parameters ................................................................................................................... 369
Table 100 SPP inputs and current state .................................................................................................................... 382
Table 101 Restart scenario options ........................................................................................................................... 382
Table 102 SPP configuration parameters.................................................................................................................. 383
Table 103 Tag/Failsafe configuration parameters .................................................................................................... 391
Table 104 Main Output labels configuration parameters.......................................................................................... 392
Table 105 Auxiliary Output labels configuration parameters ................................................................................... 393
Table 106 Event labels configuration parameters ..................................................................................................... 394
Table 107 SQRT configuration parameters .............................................................................................................. 399
Table 108 STG general tab parameters..................................................................................................................... 402

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Table 109 Default PV sources and compare type operators ..................................................................................... 404
Table 110 STG Stage Tabs parameters..................................................................................................................... 405
Table 111 TCPR function block configuration parameters ...................................................................................... 421
Table 112 TCPS Block General tab configuration parameters ................................................................................. 426
Table 113 TCPS Block Read tab configuration parameters ...................................................................................... 427
Table 114 TCPS Block Write tab configuration parameters ..................................................................................... 429
Table 115 TCPW function block configuration parameters ..................................................................................... 433
Table 116 Time and Date configuration parameters ................................................................................................. 438
Table 117 TOT configuration parameters................................................................................................................. 440
Table 118 TPO configuration parameters ................................................................................................................. 443
Table 119 TPSC General tab configuration parameters ........................................................................................... 446
Table 120 TPSC Start/Restart tab configuration parameter....................................................................................... 448
Table 121 TPSC RSP tab configuration parameters .................................................................................................. 449
Table 122 TPSC Range/limit tab configuration parameters ...................................................................................... 451
Table 123 TPSC Tuning tab configuration parameters ............................................................................................. 453
Table 124 TPSC Accutune tab configuration parameters .......................................................................................... 454
Table 125 TPSC Alarms tab configuration parameters ............................................................................................. 456
Table 126 TPSC Motor tab configuration parameters ............................................................................................... 458
Table 127 TRND block configuration parameters .................................................................................................... 462
Table 128 Up/down configuration parameters ......................................................................................................... 467
Table 129 VLIM Configuration Parameters ............................................................................................................. 469
Table 130 XFR switch configuration data ................................................................................................................ 478

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Figure 1 ABS function block example ....................................................................................................................... 15
Figure 2 ADD function block example....................................................................................................................... 16
Figure 3 4ADD function block example..................................................................................................................... 17
Figure 4 AGA8DL function block example ............................................................................................................... 26
Figure 5 AGA8GS function block example ............................................................................................................... 33
Figure 6 AGA3O function block example .................................................................................................................. 38
Figure 7 AGA7TM function block example ............................................................................................................... 42
Figure 8 AGA9UM function block example .............................................................................................................. 46
Figure 9 AI function block example ........................................................................................................................... 53
Figure 10 ALM function block example .................................................................................................................... 63
Figure 11 ALMGR Function Block Example .............................................................................................................. 65
Figure 12 ALT function block example ..................................................................................................................... 74
Figure 13 AMB function block example .................................................................................................................... 81
Figure 14 2AND function block example................................................................................................................... 83
Figure 15 4ALM function block example ................................................................................................................... 85
Figure 16 4AND function block example................................................................................................................... 87
Figure 17 8AND function block example................................................................................................................... 89
Figure 18 AO function block example ....................................................................................................................... 92
Figure 19 BCD function block example ................................................................................................................... 102
Figure 20 BOOL function block example ................................................................................................................ 105
Figure 21 CALEVT function block example............................................................................................................ 113
Figure 22 CARB function block examples ............................................................................................................... 133
Figure 23 CAVG function block example ................................................................................................................ 136
Figure 24 CMPR function block example ................................................................................................................ 137
Figure 25 DC function block example ...................................................................................................................... 142
Figure 26 DCMP function block example ................................................................................................................ 145
Figure 27 DDEC function block example ................................................................................................................ 147
Figure 28 DENC function block example ................................................................................................................ 149
Figure 29 DEWP function block example ................................................................................................................ 152
Figure 30 Digital input function block example ....................................................................................................... 155
Figure 31 8Point DI function block example ............................................................................................................ 162
Figure 32 DIV function block example .................................................................................................................... 164
Figure 33 DO function block example ..................................................................................................................... 169
Figure 34 8 Point DO function block example ......................................................................................................... 176
Figure 35 DSW function block example .................................................................................................................. 177
Figure 36 ENTH function block example.................................................................................................................. 179
Figure 37 FGEN function block example ................................................................................................................. 183
Figure 38 FI function block example ........................................................................................................................ 187
Figure 39 FSS function block example..................................................................................................................... 196
Figure 40 HLLM function block example ................................................................................................................ 200
Figure 41 HMON function block example ............................................................................................................... 202
Figure 42 HOA function block example................................................................................................................... 207
Figure 43 HSEL Function Block Example ............................................................................................................... 209
Figure 44 LDLG function block example................................................................................................................. 212
Figure 45 LMON function block example................................................................................................................ 214
Figure 46 LPSW function block example................................................................................................................. 216
Figure 47 LSEL function block example .................................................................................................................. 217
Figure 48 LTCH function block example ................................................................................................................. 219
Figure 49 MATH function block example................................................................................................................ 223
Figure 50 MBR function block example .................................................................................................................. 227
Figure 51 MBS function block example ................................................................................................................... 237
Figure 52 MBW function block example ................................................................................................................. 241

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Figure 53 MDSW function block example ............................................................................................................... 243

Figure 54 MDFL function block example ................................................................................................................ 245
Figure 55 MMA function block example ................................................................................................................. 249
Figure 56 MSF function block example ................................................................................................................... 252
Figure 57 MUL function block example .................................................................................................................. 254
Figure 58 4MUL function block example ................................................................................................................ 256
Figure 59 NEG function block example ................................................................................................................... 257
Figure 60 NOT function block example ................................................................................................................... 258
Figure 61 ONDT function block example ................................................................................................................ 261
Figure 62 OFDT function block example ................................................................................................................. 264
Figure 63 ON/OFF function block example ............................................................................................................. 276
Figure 64 2OR function block example .................................................................................................................... 278
Figure 65 4OR function block example .................................................................................................................... 280
Figure 66 8OR function block example .................................................................................................................... 283
Figure 67 PB function block example ...................................................................................................................... 286
Figure 68 PDE Function Block Example ................................................................................................................. 291
Figure 69 PI function block example ........................................................................................................................ 298
Figure 70 POUT function block example ................................................................................................................. 301
Figure 71 PID function block example ..................................................................................................................... 320
Figure 72 Duplex control example ........................................................................................................................... 321
Figure 73 Cascade control example .......................................................................................................................... 322
Figure 74 Ratio control example .............................................................................................................................. 323
Figure 75 Cascade control of a boiler drum level - basic ......................................................................................... 324
Figure 76 Cascade control of a boiler drum level - 3 element feedwater control ..................................................... 325
Figure 77 Position Proportional Motor Control ........................................................................................................ 330
Figure 78 PSYC function block example .................................................................................................................. 332
Figure 79 PT function block example....................................................................................................................... 335
Figure 80 Quadrature function block example ......................................................................................................... 338
Figure 81 RAI function block example .................................................................................................................... 343
Figure 82 Rack Monitor function block example ..................................................................................................... 345
Figure 83 RAMP function block example ................................................................................................................ 351
Figure 84 RCON function block example ................................................................................................................ 353
Figure 85 RCP function block example .................................................................................................................... 355
Figure 86 RH function block example ...................................................................................................................... 357
Figure 87 ROC function block responses ................................................................................................................. 360
Figure 88 ROC function block example ................................................................................................................... 360
Figure 89 RSW function block example................................................................................................................... 363
Figure 90 RTC function block example ................................................................................................................... 364
Figure 91 Timing diagram for resettable timer ......................................................................................................... 367
Figure 92 SCB function block examples .................................................................................................................. 369
Figure 93 Sequencer function block example - Part 1 .............................................................................................. 374
Figure 94 Sequencer function block example - Part 2 .............................................................................................. 374
Figure 95 Sequencer function block example - Part 3 .............................................................................................. 375
Figure 96 SPEV function block example ................................................................................................................. 378
Figure 97 PID with setpoint programmer and guaranteed soak................................................................................ 384
Figure 98 PID with setpoint programmer and event outputs .................................................................................... 385
Figure 99 Alternate methods for actuating SP programmer START/HOLD/RESET functions............................... 386
Figure 100 Using the setpoint programmer AUX output ......................................................................................... 387
Figure 101 Controlled restart after power loss ......................................................................................................... 388
Figure 102 Setpoint scheduler function block suite .................................................................................................. 395
Figure 103 SQRT function block example ............................................................................................................... 399
Figure 104 STG function block example .................................................................................................................. 406
Figure 105 STRIG function block example ............................................................................................................... 409
Figure 106 SUB function block example ................................................................................................................. 411

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Figure 107 4SUB function block example................................................................................................................ 413

Figure 108 SW function block example ................................................................................................................... 415
Figure 109 SYNC function block example ............................................................................................................... 417
Figure 110 TAHD function block example .............................................................................................................. 419
Figure 111 TCPR function block example ............................................................................................................... 423
Figure 112 TCPS function block example ................................................................................................................ 431
Figure 113 TCPW function block example .............................................................................................................. 435
Figure 114 TGFF function block example................................................................................................................ 437
Figure 115 TOT function block examples ................................................................................................................ 441
Figure 116 TPO function block example .................................................................................................................. 443
Figure 117 TPSC function block example ................................................................................................................ 458
Figure 118 TRIG function block example ................................................................................................................ 460
Figure 119 TRPT Dialog to configure points by signal tag ....................................................................................... 464
Figure 120 TRPT Dialog to configure points by Modbus Address ........................................................................... 464
Figure 121 TRND and TRPT function block example ............................................................................................. 465
Figure 122 UPDN function block example .............................................................................................................. 467
Figure 123 VLIM function block example ............................................................................................................... 469
Figure 124 WTUN function block example ............................................................................................................. 473
Figure 125 XFR function block example ................................................................................................................. 478
Figure 126 XOR function block example ................................................................................................................. 479
Figure 127 5XYRB function block example ............................................................................................................ 483
Figure 128 5XYRT function block example ............................................................................................................. 486
Figure 129 6XYRT function block example ............................................................................................................. 491
Figure 130 6XYRWG function block example ......................................................................................................... 494

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Overview
Purpose of this section
This Reference Guide presents detailed reference data for each function block. The reference data is
organized in alphabetical order by the Function Block type identification label.
There is a list of Function Blocks grouped in categories as they appear on the Process Control Designer.
The presented data covers each control blocks
• function,
• inputs/outputs,
• point name,
• configuration parameters
• index numbers (used for reading [RCON] and writing [WCON] block parameter constants)

ATTENTION

Select the index number of the required parameter from the specific function block reference
data and enter it in the appropriate field in the “Read Constant Properties” (RCON) or “Write
Constant Properties” (WCON) dialog box.

• technical reference
• examples
Of course, data varies based on what is pertinent for each function block since they do not all have a point
name or configuration parameters and do not all require technical reference information.

Reader assumptions
It is assumed that you are familiar with the operation of the HC900 Process Control Designer and its help
or its manual, HC900 Process Control Designer User's Guide (51-52-25-110).

Accessing function block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

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Normal Scan vs. Fast Scan Function Blocks

Normal Scan vs. Fast Scan Function Blocks

The Worksheet Toolbox in the HC Designer is a dockable window listing all function blocks. The name of
the active configuration appears at the top of the window. Function blocks are categorized under Normal
Scan and Fast Scan shown at tabs at bottom of window.
Click on either tab to display its available function blocks.
All function blocks are available under the Normal Scan tab. Normal Scan blocks are processed every 500
ms. Fast Scan blocks are indicated by and are processed up to every 10 ms depending on CPU model
and number of function blocks.

Block Order
Block Order is the order in which function blocks are executed in the control strategy. By default, Block
Order is based on the Block Number, that is, lower block numbers are executed first. For example, the first
block you add to a new configuration has block number 101 and block order 1. The second block is block
number 102 and block order 2, and so on. Block numbers are assigned in the sequence that they are
programmed. Block numbers: from 101 to 500(CPU C30), 101 to 2100(CPU C50), 101 to 5100 (CPU
C70/C75). If there is a gap in block numbers—such as after blocks have been deleted—all remaining
blocks are executed from lowest to highest.
You can override the default block execution order specified by the Block Numbers and change the
execution order of a block or multiple blocks.
To change block order, right-click on a Function Block and select Execution Order. Select and drag blocks
up or down the list and put them in the order that suits your control strategy.
To change the execution order individually, double-click on the top area of the function block that
identifies the block type and number. A dialog will appear to allow changing the execution sequence of the
block. Keep in mind that changing the order number of a single block will also change the order numbers
of other blocks.

Block Properties Dialog Boxes

Some blocks contain dialog boxes that contain active fields that contain configurable parameters and some
properties dialog boxes are divided into tabs. You must configure these block parameters to the desired
values or selections that match your operating requirements.
The PID properties dialog box is an example of dialog box divided into seven tab cards
GENERAL
START/RESTART
RSP
RANGE/LIMIT
TUNING
ACCUTUNE III
ALARMS
Click on the tab to access the properties for that tab.

Parameter Tables
Parameter tables accompany the dialog box graphic and describe the parameters and the value or selection
available for the active fields.

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Introduction
While you can determine the function of many blocks just from their labels and Input/output abbreviations,
the purpose of others may not be apparent. This section is designed to familiarize you with function blocks
in general and provide detailed reference data for each block.

Function block listings

Function blocks are listed by category and alphabetically in Table 1 and Table 2.
Function Blocks
Function block listings

Table 1 Function blocks by category

Category Block Type

IO Blocks

AI Analog Input

AI-V Analog Input Voting

AO Analog Output

AO-V Analog Output Validated

DI Digital Inputs

DI-V Digital Input Voting

8DI 8 Digital Inputs

DO Digital Output

DO-V Digital Output Validated

8DO 8 Digital Outputs

FI Frequency Input

PI Pulse Input

POUT Pulse Output

QDT Quadrature

TPO Time Proportional Output

Loop Blocks

PID PID

ON ON/OFF Function Block

CARB Carbon Potential

LPSW Loop Switch

MDSW Mode Switch

MDFL Mode Flag

TPSC 3 position step

WTUN Write Tuning Constants

AMB Auto/Manual Bias Function Block

SP Program

SPP Programmer

RCP Recipe Selector

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SPEV Setpoint Programming Event Decoder

SYNC Synchronize

Setpoint Scheduler

SPS Setpoint Scheduler

STSW Setpoint Scheduler State Switch

STFL Setpoint Scheduler Stage Flags

SPSA Setpoint Scheduler Auxiliary Setpoint

Logic

2AND AND – 2 Inputs

4AND AND – 4 Inputs

8AND AND – 8 Inputs

2OR 2 – Input OR

4OR 4 - Input OR

8OR 8 – Input OR

XOR Exclusive OR

NOT NOT

DSW Digital Switch

TRIG Trigger

STRIG Selectable Trigger

LTCH Latch

TGFF Toggle Flip Flop

BOOL Boolean Logic

PB Pushbutton

FSS Four Selector Switch

HOA Hand/Off/Auto Switch

SEQ Sequencer

Counters/Timers

RTMR Resettable Timer

PTMR Periodic Timer

UPDN Up/Down

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OFDT Off Delay Timer Function Block

ONDT On Delay Timer

DLAY On Delay/Off Delay Timer

CALEVT Calendar Event

TMDT Time and Date

RTC Real Time Clock

Math

SCB Scale and Bias

ADD Addition 2 Input

4ADD Addition 4 Input

SUB Subtraction

4SUB 4 – Input Subtract

MUL Multiplier

4MUL Multiplier (4 input)

MATH MATH

Calculations

CMPR Comparison Calculation

DCMP Deviation Compare

ABS Absolute Value

SQRT Square Root

MSF Mass Flow Calculation

MMA Min/Max/Avg

NEG Negate

DEWP Dewpoint

TOT Totalizer

CAVG Continuous Average

AGA3O Orifice Meter Calc

AGA8DL Gas Compressibility Detail Calc

AGA8GS Gas Compressibility Gross Method Calc

AGA7TM Turbine Meter Calc

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Alarm Monitor

HMON High Monitor

LMON Low Monitor

ASYS Analog System Status

FSYS Fast Logic System Monitor

RACK I/O Rack Monitor

ALM Analog Alarm

ALMGR Alarm Group

FRCP Force Present

RSTAT Redundancy Status

FMON Fault Monitor

Signal Selector

HSEL High Selector

LSEL Low Selector

SW Analog Switch

RSW Rotary Switch

XFR Bumpless Analog Transfer Switch

Auxiliary

FGEN Function Generator

LDLG Lead/Lag

HLLM High Low Limiter

VLIM Velocity Limiter

ROC Rate of Change

RCON Read Constant

WCON Write Constant

WVAR Write Variable

TAHD Track and Hold

BCD Binary Coded Decimal Translator

STG Stage

RAMP RAMP

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ALT Alternator

DENC Digital Encoder

DDEC Digital Decoder

DC Device Control

TRND Trend Rate

TRPT Trend Point

Communications

PDE Peer Data Exchange

PDR Peer Data Read

PDW Peer Data Write

MBR Modbus Read

MBS Modbus Slave

MBW Modbus Write

TCPR Modbus/TCP Read

TCPS Modbus/TCP Slave

TCPW Modbus/TCP Write

5XYRB 5000 Transmitter Base Radio

5XYRT XYR 5000 Transmitter

6XYRT XYR 6000 Transmitter

6XYRWG XYR 6000 Wireless Gateway

HVAC

RH Relative Humidity

ENTH Humidity and Enthalpy

PSYC Psychrometric Calculations

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Table 2 Function blocks alphabetically

FUNCTION BLOCK BLOCK DESCRIPTION

IDENTIFICATION LABEL

ABS Absolute Value Function Block

ADD Addition 2 Input

4ADD Addition 4 Input

AGA8DL Gas Compressibility Detail Calc

AGA8GS Gas Compressibility Gross Method Calc

AGA3O Orifice Meter Calc

AGA7TM Turbine Meter Calc

AGA9UM Ultrasonic Meter Calc

AI Analog Input

AI-V Analog Input Voting

ALM Analog Alarm

ALMGR Alarm Group

4ALM 4 Alarm with Hysteresis

ALT Alternator

AMB Auto/Manual Bias Function Block

2AND AND – 2 Inputs

4AND AND – 4 Inputs

8AND AND – 8 Inputs

AO Analog Output

AO-V Analog Output Validated

ASYS Analog System Status

4MUL Multiplier (4 input)

4OR 4 - Input OR

4SUB 4 – Input Subtract

5XYRB 5000 Transmitter Base Radio

5XYRT XYR 5000 Transmitter

6XYRT XYR 6000 Transmitter

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6XYRWG XYR 6000 Wireless Gateway

8DI 8 Digital Inputs

8DO 8 Digital Outputs

8OR 8 – Input OR

AGA7TM Turbine Meter Calc

BCD Binary Coded Decimal Translator

BOOL Boolean Logic

CALEVT Calendar Event

CARB Carbon Potential

CAVG Continuous Average

CMPR Comparison Calculation

DC Device Control

DCMP Deviation Compare

DDEC Digital Decoder

DENC Digital Encoder

DEWP Dewpoint

DI Digital Inputs 2

DI-V Digital Input Voting

DO-V Digital Output Validated

DLAY On Delay/Off Delay Timer

DO Digital Output

DSW Digital Switch

ENTH Humidity and Enthalpy

FGEN Function Generator

FI Frequency Input

FMON Fault Monitor

FRCP Force Present

FSS Four Selector Switch

FSYS Fast Logic System Monitor

HLLM High Low Limiter

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HMON High Monitor

HOA Hand/Off/Auto Switch

HSEL High Selector

LDLG Lead/Lag

LMON Low Monitor

LPSW Loop Switch

LSEL Low Selector

LTCH Latch

MATH MATH

MBR Modbus Read

MBS Modbus Slave

MBW Modbus Write

MDFL Mode Flag

MDSW Mode Switch

MMA Min/Max/Avg

MSF Mass Flow Calculation

MUL Multiplier

NEG Negate

NOT NOT

OFDT Off Delay Timer

ON ON/OFF

ONDT On Delay Timer

2OR 2 – Input OR

PB Pushbutton

PDE Peer Data Exchange

PDR Peer Data Read

PDW Peer Data Write

PI Pulse Input

PID PID

POUT Pulse Output

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PSYC Psychrometric Calculations

PTMR Periodic Timer

QDT Quadrature

RACK I/O Rack Monitor

RAMP RAMP

RCON Read Constant

RCP Recipe Selector

RH Relative Humidity

ROC Rate of Change

RSTAT Redundancy Status

RSW Rotary Switch

RTC Real Time Clock

RTMR Resettable Timer

SCB Scale and Bias

SEQ Sequencer

SPEV Setpoint Programming Event Decoder

SPEV Setpoint Programming Event Decoder

SPS Setpoint Scheduler

SPSA Setpoint Scheduler Auxiliary Setpoint

SQRT Square Root

STFL Setpoint Scheduler Stage Flags

STG Stage

STRIG Selectable Trigger

STSW Setpoint Scheduler State Switch

SUB Subtraction

SW Analog Switch

SYNC Synchronize

TAHD Track and Hold

TCPR Modbus/TCP Read

TCPS Modbus/TCP Slave

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TCPW Modbus/TCP Write

TGFF Toggle Flip Flop

TMDT Time and Date

TOT Totalizer

TPO Time Proportional Output

TPSC Three Position Step Control

TRIG Trigger

TRND Trend Rate

TRPT Trend Point

UPDN Up/Down

VLIM Velocity Limiter

WCON Write Constant

WTUN Write Tuning Constants

WVAR Write Variable

XFR Bumpless Analog Transfer Switch

XOR Exclusive OR

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ABS Absolute Value Function Block

ABS Absolute Value Function Block

Description
The ABS label stands for Absolute Value.

This block is part of the Calculations category

Function
Calculate the absolute value of a single analog variable input. Useful for ensuring a positive output value.
• OUT = [ X]

Input
X = Analog value to be modified.

Output
OUT = modified value.

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ABS example
Figure 1 shows a Function Block Diagram configuration using an ABS function block to calculate the
absolute value of the deviation between two analog inputs.

Figure 1 ABS function block example

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ADD Function Block

ADD Function Block

Description
The ADD label stands for Addition Mathematical Operation (2 Inputs).

This block is part of the Math category.

Function
Add two inputs (X, Y) to get an output.
• OUT = X + Y

Input
X = First Analog Input
Y = Second Analog Input

Output
OUT = Sum of analog values
ADD example

Figure 2 shows a Function Block Diagram using an ADD function block to find the total flow rate as the
sum of Flow 1 and Flow 2.

Figure 2 ADD function block example

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4ADD Function Block

Description
The 4ADD label stands for Addition Mathematical Operation (4 Inputs).

This block is part of the Math category.

Function
Add FOUR inputs (X, Y1, Y2, and Y3) to get an output.
• OUT = X+ Y1+ Y2 + Y3
Input
X =First Analog Input
Y1 = Second Analog Input
Y2 = Third Analog Input
Y3 = Fourth Analog Input

ATTENTION
th
All 4 inputs must be connected or unused inputs inverted. If only 3 inputs are used, the 4
value should be inverted or connected to a constant value of 1.0.

Output
OUT = Sum of the analog values
4ADD example
Figure 3 shows a Function Block diagram using a 4ADD function block to find the total Flow rate as the
sum of Flow 1, Flow 2, Flow 3, and Flow 4.

Figure 3 4ADD function block example

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AGA8DL Function Block

AGA8DL Function Block

Description
The AGA8DL label stands for Gas Compressibility Detail AGA8 Calculation.

METER BLOCK
CONNECT

This block is part of the Calculations category.

Function
The Detail method (AGA8DL) uses the gas analysis of up to 21 components. From the gas analysis, the
super-compressibility factor, gas density at flowing and standard conditions, and gas relative density at
standard conditions are calculated for input into the AGA calculation for the meter type chosen.

Used when accurate gas analysis is available either via an on-line gas analyzer or from laboratory
measurements. The Detail method can handle up to 21 gas components typically found in natural gas. If
this information is available, the Detail method is preferable, as accurate results are obtainable over a wider
range of conditions than the Gross method.

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Inputs
TF = Temperature at flow in units selected by the UNITS configuration parameter.
PF = Pressure at flow in units selected by the UNITS configuration parameter.
HW = Differential pressure in the units selected by the UNITS configuration parameter.
(Only required if the meter block is AGA3.)
METH = Methane Mole Fraction
NITRO = Nitrogen Mole Fraction
CO2 = Carbon Dioxide Mole Fraction
ETH = Ethane Mole Fraction
PROP = Propane Mole Fraction
H2O = Water Mole Fraction
H2S = Hydrogen Sulfide Mole Fraction
HYDRO = Hydrogen Mole Fraction
CO = Carbon Monoxide Mole Fraction
OXYGEN = Oxygen Mole Fraction
I-BUT = i-Butune Mole Fraction
N-BUT = n-Butane Mole Fraction
I-PENT = i-Pentane Mole Fraction
N-PENT = n-Pentane Mole Fraction
HEX = Hexane Mole Fraction
HEPT = Heptane Mole Fraction
OCT = Octane Mole Fraction
NON = Nonane Mole Fraction
DEC = Decane Mole Fraction
HEL = Helium Mole Fraction
ARG = Argon Mole Fraction

Outputs
RHOTP = Density at flow temperature and pressure conditions in units selected by the UNITS
configuration parameter.
RHOB = Density at base conditions in units selected by the UNITS configuration parameter.
RHOS = Density at standard conditions in units selected by the UNITS configuration parameter.
FPVS = Super-compressibility factor
GRS = Real Gas relative density at 60 deg F/14.73 PSI
GRS = (Mgas*Zair)/(Mair*Zgas)
where Zair = .9995844 and Mair = 28.96256
HV = Heating Value in units selected by the UNITS configuration parameter.
ERR = Set when calculation status is indicating an error condition.
WARN = Set when calculation status is indicating a warning condition -
STATUS = a status number is placed on this pin which can be used to find the error in the error/warning
lookup table (See Table 5 AGA Error Codes). This enables the user to connect the pin to comparator
blocks to distinguish various error/warning conditions in the function block configuration.
METER BLK CONNECT = Must be connected to the companion meter block. This output connection
provides multiple data for input to its associated meter function block, (AGA 3, 7, or 9), reducing the need
to make multiple connections to complete the configuration.
Execution Order of this block must be set to be less than meter block (AGA3, 7, or 9) Execution Order
for correct calculation sequence.

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Configuration parameters
The AGA8DL properties dialog box is divided into two tab cards
GENERAL
AGA8 - Detail
Click on the tab to access the properties for that tab.

GENERAL tab

Table 3 AGA8DL General tab configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Block Block Order Execution Order for Block Read Only. To change
Execution Order of this block block order, right-click on
must be set to be less than a Function Block and
meter block (AGA3, 7, or 9) select Execution Order.
Execution Order for correct
calculation sequence.
Tag Name N/A 16-character tag name

Descriptor N/A Block description

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AGA8 - Detail tab

Table 4 AGA8DL Detail tab configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Contract TB Defines the Base or ºF for U.S Units

Conditions Contract Temperature to
calculate volume flow rate ºC for Metric Units
at contract conditions in the
units selected by the UNITS
configuration parameter.
PB Defines the Base or psia for U.S Units
Contract Pressure to
calculate volume flow rate bar for Metric Units
at contract conditions in the
units selected by the UNITS
configuration parameter.
Units U.S Type of units for all block Click Radio Button to select.
inputs, outputs, and
Metric Ensure that units and gauge
configuration parameters:
This selection must agree pressure settings are
with the UNITS selection in consistent with the meter
block.
the meter block. If they
don’t agree, no error will be
indicated on the error/calc
status pins. The Meter
block will detect the error,
and will alert the user.

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Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Flowing Pressure Use Gauge Sets whether pressure Click on Radio Button to select.
Measurement Pressure measurements are absolute Ensure that units and gauge
or gauge pressure. If you pressure settings are
are using gauge pressure, consistent with the meter
a value of atmospheric block.
pressure is required in the
Atmospheric pressure units chosen. Enter an Atmospheric pressure
Pressure value in units selected by the
UNITS configuration parameter
Gas Analysis Override Under certain situations, Check this box to Override the
Expanded the gas component values expanded Range Error
Range Error may exceed the expanded
range recommended by the
AGA 8 Report. Setting this
checkbox will override the
expanded range error so
that a flow rate will be
calculated. It should be
noted that calculated flow
rates for conditions where
the expanded range is
exceeded are outside of the
recommended uncertainty
values for AGA 8
calculations.
Use Remote If using this setting, the gas Check this box to use the
Gas component parameter pins block’s input pin values from an
Component X [1..21] are always online analyzer.
Values visible whether or not Uncheck this box to use Local
this is selected. Unused Gas Component Values.
pins can be left floating,
since an unconnected
pin is always read as 0.
Note that the analyzer
values must be normalized
to ensure the gas
component sum is equal to
1.0.

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Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Local Gas METH Each of the 21 gas < 1.0 and >= 0.0
Component NITRO component fractions can be
Values configured with either a The sum of the gas components
CO2
constant fraction value should equal 1. HCDesigner will
ETH
derived from a lab report or show the sum of the gas
PROP
from an on-line gas components to aid the user.
H2O
H2S chromatograph.
HYDRO
CO
OXYGEN
I-BUT
N-BUT
I-PENT
N-PENT
HEX
HEPT
OCT
NON
DEC
HEL
ARG

SUM Sum of the 21 gas entered Read Only

(not active) values.

Error Codes
The AGA function blocks have a status pin that outputs a number that indicates the status of the block. This
pin can be connected to comparator blocks to distinguish various error/warning conditions in the function
block configuration.

Table 5 AGA Error Codes

Status Block type Severity Description

number

0 ALL Good OK – NO ERRORS OR WARNINGS ENCOUNTERED

1 AGA 8 - DETAIL Error PRESSURE HAS A NEGATIVE DERIVATIVE
2 AGA 8 - DETAIL Warning DENSITY IN BRAKET EXCEEDS MAXIMUM DEFAULT
PROCEDURE USED
3 AGA 8 - DETAIL Error MAXIMUM ITERATIONS EXCEEDED IN BRAKET
4 AGA 8 - DETAIL Error MAXIMUM ITERATIONS IN DDETAIL EXCEEDED
5 AGA 8 - GROSS Error THE ROOT WAS NOT BOUNDED IN DGROSS
6 AGA 8 - GROSS Error NO CONVERGENCE IN DGROSS
7 AGA 8 - GROSS Error VIRGS SQUARE ROOT NEGATIVE
8 AGA 8 - GROSS Error COMBINED VALUES OF GRGR, X[2] AND HV NOT
CONSISTENT
9 AGA 8 - GROSS Error INVALID TERM IN VIRGS
12 AGA 8 - GROSS Error FLOWING PRESSURE (PF) <= 0.0 PR > 1740.0 PSIA
13 AGA 8 - GROSS Error FLOWING TEMPERATURE (TF) < 14.0 OR > 149.0 DEG F

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Status Block type Severity Description

number

14 AGA 8 - GROSS Error HEATING VALUE (HV) < 477.0 OR > 1211.0 BTU/FT^3
15 AGA 8 - GROSS Error GAS RELATIVE DENSITY (GRGR) < 0.55 OR > 0.870
16 AGA 8 - GROSS Error MOLE FRACTION FOR N2 < 0.0 OR > 0.50
OR FOR CO2 < 0.0 OR > 0.30
OR FOR H2 < 0.0 OR > 0.10
OR FOR CO < 0.0 OR > 0.03
17 AGA 8 - GROSS Error REFERENCE TEMPERATURE < 32.0 OR > 77.O DEG F
18 AGA 8 - GROSS Error REFERENCE PRESSURE < 13.0 OR > 16.0 PSIA
22 AGA 8 - GROSS Warning FLOWING PRESSURE (PF) <=0.0 OR > 1200.0 PSIA
23 AGA 8 - GROSS Warning FLOWING TEMPERATURE (TF) < 32.0 OR > 130.0 DEG F
24 AGA 8 - GROSS Warning HEATING VALUE (HV) < 805.0 OR > 1208.0 BTU/FT^3
25 AGA 8 - GROSS Warning GAS RELATIVE DENSITY (GRGR) < 0.55 OR > 0.800
26 AGA 8 - GROSS Warning MOLE FRACTION FOR N2 < 0.0 OR > 0.20
OR FOR CO2 < 0.0 OR > 0.20
OR FOR H2 < 0.0 OR > 0.0
OR FOR CO < 0.0 OR > 0.0
32 AGA 8 - DETAIL Error FLOWING PRESSURE (PF) < 0.0 OR > 40,000. PSIA
33 AGA 8 - DETAIL Error FLOWING TEMPERATURE (TF) < -200 OR > 760 DEG F
36 AGA 8 - DETAIL Error MOLE FRACTION FOR METHANE < 0.0 OR > 1.0
FOR NITROGEN < 0.0 OR > 1.0
FOR CARBON DIOXIDE < 0.0 OR > 1.0
FOR ETHANE < 0.0 OR > 1.0
FOR PROPANE < 0.0 OR > 0.12
FOR WATER < 0.0 OR > 0.10
FOR H2S < 0.0 OR > 1.0
FOR HYDROGEN < 0.0 OR > 1.0
FOR CARBON MONOXIDE < 0.0 OR > 0.03
FOR OXYGEN < 0.0 OR > 0.21
FOR BUTANES < 0.0 OR > 0.06
FOR PENTANES < 0.0 OR > 0.04
FOR HEXANES + < 0.0 OR > 0.10
FOR HELIUM < 0.0 OR > 0.03
FOR ARGON < 0.0 OR > 1.0
37 AGA 8 - DETAIL Error REFERENCE TEMPERATURE < 32.0 OR > 77.0 DEG F
38 AGA 8 - DETAIL Error REFERENCE PRESSURE < 13.0 OR > 16.0 PSIA
39 AGA 8 - DETAIL Error SUM OF MOLE FRACTIONS < 0.98 OR > 1.020
42 AGA 8 - DETAIL Warning FLOWING PRESSURE (PF) < 0.0 OR > 1750. PSIA

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Status Block type Severity Description

number

43 AGA 8 - DETAIL Warning FLOWING TEMPERATURE (TF) < 17 OR > 143 DEG F
46 AGA 8 - DETAIL Warning MOLE FRACTION FOR METHANE < 0.45 OR > 1.0
FOR NITROGEN < 0.0 OR > 0.5
FOR CARBON DIOXIDE < 0.0 OR > 0.3
FOR ETHANE < 0.0 OR > 0.1
FOR PROPANE < 0.0 OR > 0.04
FOR WATER < 0.0 OR > 0.0005
FOR H2S < 0.0 OR > 0.0002
FOR HYDROGEN < 0.0 OR > 0.1
FOR CARBON MONOXIDE < 0.0 OR > 0.03
FOR OXYGEN < 0.0 OR > 0.0
FOR BUTANES < 0.0 OR > 0.01
FOR PENTANES < 0.0 OR > 0.003
FOR HEXANES + < 0.0 OR > 0.002
FOR HELIUM < 0.0 OR > 0.002
FOR ARGON < 0.0 OR > 0.0
49 AGA 8 - DETAIL Warning SUM OF MOLE FRACTIONS < 0.9999 OR > 1.0001
52 AGA 3 - ORIFICE Error FLOWING PRESSURE WAS <= 0.0 OR > 40000. PSIA
53 AGA 3 - ORIFICE Error FLOWING TEMPERATURE < -200. OR > 760. DEG F
55 AGA 3 - ORIFICE Error ORIFICE DIAMETER WAS >= 100.0 INCHES
56 AGA 3 - ORIFICE Error PIPE DIAMETER WAS >= 100.0 INCHES
57 AGA 3 - ORIFICE Error FLOWING OR STANDARD DENSITY WAS <= 0.0
LBM/FT^3
58 AGA 3 - ORIFICE Error DIFFERENTIAL PRESSURE WAS <= 0.0 INCHES H2O
65 AGA 3 – ORIFICE Error SUPERCOMPRESSIBILITY FACTOR WAS <= 0.0
66 AGA 3 – ORIFICE Error RELATIVE DENSITY AT STANDARD CONDITIONS WAS <
0.07 OR > 1.52
68 AGA 3 – ORIFICE Error COMPRESSIBILITY FACTOR AT STANDARD
CONDITIONS <= 0.0
69 AGA 3 – ORIFICE Error BETA RATIO (DO/DM) <= 0.0 OR => 1.0
75 AGA 3 – ORIFICE Warning ORIFICE DIAMETER WAS < = 0.45 INCHES
76 AGA 3 – ORIFICE Warning PIPE DIAMETER WAS <= 2.0 INCHES
77 GENERAL Error ERROR INVALID COMPANION BLOCK
CONFIG INTERCONNECTION
78 GENERAL Error METER/COMPRESSIBLITY BLOCK UNITS ARE
CONFIG INCONSISTENT
79 AGA 3 - ORIFICE Warning BETA RATIO (DO/DM) WAS < 0.1 OR > 0.75
99 GENERAL N/A Block is disabled – process value outputs are set to 0 and
OPERATION error/warning pins are turned off.

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Example

Figure 4 AGA8DL function block example

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AGA8GS Function Block

AGA8GS Function Block

Description
The AGA8GS label stands for Gas Compressibility Gross Method AGA8 Calculation

METER BLK
CONNECT

This block is part of the Calculations category.

Function
The Gross method is used to approximate natural gas by treating it as a mixture of three components,
equivalent hydrocarbon component, Nitrogen and Carbon Dioxide. It is typically used for dry, sweet
(no H2S) natural gas. There are two methods used:
Gross Method 1 calculates the super-compressibility and gas density from knowledge of the relative
density, heating value and carbon dioxide, hydrogen and carbon monoxide components.
Gross Method 2 calculates the super-compressibility and gas density from knowledge of the relative
density, Nitrogen, carbon dioxide, hydrogen and carbon monoxide components.
The Gross Method only works over a limited range of conditions but requires less instrumentation to
implement.

Inputs
TF = Temperature at flow in units selected by the UNITS configuration parameter.
PF = Pressure at flow in units selected by the UNITS configuration parameter.
HW = Differential pressure in the units selected by the UNITS configuration parameter. (Only required if
the meter block is AGA3.)
CO2 = Carbon Dioxide Mole Fraction
HYD = Hydrogen Mole Fraction
CO = Carbon Monoxide Mole Fraction
NITRGN = Nitrogen Mole Fraction (Method 2 only)

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Outputs
RHOTP = Density at flow temperature and pressure conditions in units selected by the UNITS
configuration parameter.
RHOB = Density at base conditions in units selected by the UNITS configuration parameter.
RHOS = Density at standard conditions in units selected by the UNITS configuration parameter.
FPVS = Super-compressibility factor
GRS = Real Gas relative density at 60 deg F/14.73 PSI
GRS = (Mgas*Zair)/(Mair*Zgas)
where Zair = .9995844 and Mair = 28.96256
HV = Heating Value in units selected by the UNITS configuration parameter.
ERR = Set when calculation status is indicating an error condition. Errors indicate a fatal condition. The
output values in this case will be set to 0 and the error pin turned on until configuration is corrected or
operating conditions return to normal.
WARN = Set when calculation status is indicating a warning condition - Warnings indicate that the
configured or running conditions are outside of the tolerance for the AGA calculations being performed.
Values will still be calculated but should be viewed as out of tolerance
STATUS = a status number is placed on this pin which can be used to find the error in the error/warning
lookup table. (See Table 5 AGA Error Codes) This enables the user to connect the pin to comparator
blocks to distinguish various error/warning conditions in the function block configuration.
METER BLK CONNECT = Must be connected to the companion meter block. This output connection
provides multiple data for input to its associated meter function block, (AGA 3, 7, or 9), reducing the need
to make multiple connections to complete the configuration.
Execution Order of this block must be set to be less than meter block (AGA3, 7, or 9) Execution Order
for correct calculation sequence.

Configuration parameters
The AGA8GS properties dialog box is divided into two tab cards
GENERAL
AGA8 - Gross
Click on the tab to access the properties for that tab.

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GENERAL tab

Table 6 AGA8GS General tab configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Block Block Order Execution Order for Block Read Only. To change
Execution Order of this block block order, right-click on
must be set to be less than a Function Block and
meter block (AGA3, 7, or 9) select Execution Order.
Execution Order for correct
calculation sequence.
Tag Name N/A 16-character tag name

Descriptor N/A Block description

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AGA8 – Gross tab

Table 7 AGA8GS Detail tab configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Gross Method Method 1 Gross Method 1 calculates Click on Radio Button to select
Used the super-compressibility
and gas density from
knowledge of the relative
density, heating value and
carbon dioxide, hydrogen
and carbon monoxide
components.
Method 2 Gross Method 2 calculates Click on Radio Button to select
the super-compressibility
and gas density from
knowledge of the relative
density, Nitrogen, carbon
dioxide, hydrogen and
carbon monoxide
components.
Contract TB Defines the Base or ºF for U.S Units
Conditions Contract Temperature to
calculate volume flow rate ºC for Metric Units
at contract conditions in the
units selected by the UNITS
configuration parameter.

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Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

PB Defines the Base or psia for U.S Units

Contract Pressure to
calculate volume flow rate bar for Metric Units
at contract conditions in the
units selected by the UNITS
configuration parameter.
Flowing Pressure Use Gauge Sets whether pressure Click on Radio Button to select.
Measurement Pressure measurements are absolute Ensure that units and gauge
or gauge pressure. If you pressure settings are
are using gauge pressure, consistent with the meter
a value of atmospheric block.
pressure is required in the
Atmospheric pressure units chosen. Enter an Atmospheric pressure
Pressure value in units selected by the
UNITS configuration parameter
Gas Analysis Override Under certain situations, Check this box to Override the
Expanded the gas component values expanded Range Error.
Range Error may exceed the expanded
range recommended by the Expanded Range Override only
AGA 8 Report. Setting this required if entered gas values
checkbox will override the cause expanded range errors.
expanded range error so
that a flow rate will be
calculated. It should be
noted that calculated flow
rates for conditions where
the expanded range is
exceeded are outside of the
recommended uncertainty
values for AGA 8
calculations.
Local/Remote If using this setting, the gas Check this box if using an online
Gas component parameter pins analyzer.
Component are always visible
Values whether or not this is
selected. Unused pins
can be left floating, since
an unconnected pin is
always read as 0. Note
that the analyzer values
must be normalized to
ensure the gas component
sum is equal to 1.0.
Units U.S Type of units for all block Click Radio Button to select.
inputs, outputs, and
Metric Ensure that units and gauge
configuration parameters:
pressure settings are
This selection must agree
with the UNITS selection in consistent with the meter
the meter block. If they block.
don’t agree, no error will be
indicated on the error/calc
status pins. The Meter
block will detect the error,
and will alert the user.

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Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Setup for Gas Relative Gas Relative Density Enter a positive number >0
Method 1 & 2 Density

Rel Density Relative density reference Enter a positive number >0

Ref Temp temperature in units
selected by the UNITS
configuration parameter.

Rel Density Relative density reference Enter a positive number >0

Ref Pres pressure in units selected
by the UNITS configuration
parameter.
Setup for Heating Value Heating value in units Enter a value from
Method 1 only selected by the UNITS -99999 to 99999
configuration parameter.

Calorimeter Calorimeter reference Enter a value from

Ref Temp temperature in units -99999 to 99999
selected by the UNITS
configuration parameter.

Calorimeter Calorimeter reference Enter a value from

Ref Pres pressure in units selected -99999 to 99999
by the UNITS configuration
parameter.

Combustion Combustion reference Enter a value from

Ref Temp temperature in units -99999 to 99999
selected by the UNITS
configuration parameter.
Gas Components CO2 Each of the 4 gas < 1.0 and >= 0.0
HYDROGEN component fractions can be
configured with either a The sum of the gas components
CO should equal 1.
constant fraction value
NITROGEN derived from a lab report or
from an on-line gas
chromatograph.

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Example

Figure 5 AGA8GS function block example

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AGA3O Function Block

AGA3O Function Block

Description
The AGA3O label stands for Orifice AGA3 Meter Calculation.
AGA8 BLK
CONNECT

This block is part of the Calculations category.

Function
Calculations for Orifice Metering - When connected to an AGA8 block, the input value and multiple
related parameters will be obtained from the AGA8 block. The meter block will use this information to
inherit the AGA8 block data for use in the calculations.
Inputs
AGA8 BLK CONNECT = When connected to an AGA8 block, the input value will equal the block
number of the AGA8 block. The meter block will use this information to inherit the AGA8 block data for
use in the calculations. If the input pin is not connected to an AGA8 block, then ERR and STATUS output
pins are updated accordingly.
DISABLE = When this pin is ON, the block is disabled, the process value outputs are set to 0, the
ERR/WARN pins are OFF, and the STATUS pin is set to 99 (See Table 5 AGA Error Codes).
Output
QV = Corrected volume flow rate at flowing conditions (Tf,Pf) in the units selected by the UNITS
configuration parameter. Output units are ft3/hr for U.S.; m3/hr for metric.
QB = Corrected volume flow rate at Base (or Contract) pressure and temperature in the units selected by
the UNITS configuration parameter. The base or contract conditions are specified by TB and PB in the
companion compressibility block. Output units are ft3/hr for U.S.; m3/hr for metric.
QM = Mass flow rate in the units selected by the UNITS configuration parameter. Units are lbm/hr for U.S.
and kg/hr for metric.
QH = Energy flow rate in the units selected by the UNITS" Units are MBTU/hr for U.S. and MJ/hr for
metric
ERR = Set when calculation status is indicating an error condition. Errors indicate a fatal condition. The
output values in this case will be set to 0 and the error pin turned on until configuration is corrected or
operating conditions return to normal.
WARN = Set when calculation status is indicating a warning condition - Warnings indicate that the
configured or running conditions are outside of the tolerance for the AGA calculations being performed.
Values will still be calculated but should be viewed as out of tolerance.
STATUS = a status number is placed on this pin which can be used to find the error in the error/warning
lookup table.(See Table 5 AGA Error Codes) This enables the user to connect the pin to comparator blocks
to distinguish various error/warning conditions in the function block configuration.
Execution Order of this block must be set to be greater than the Gas Compressibility block (AGA8GS, or
AGA8DL) Execution Order for correct calculation sequence. Right click on block to change execution
order.

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Configuration parameters
The AGA3O properties dialog box is divided into two tab cards
AGA3-Orifice
Flow Rates
Click on the tab to access the properties for that tab.

AGA3-Orifice tab

Table 8 AGA3O Orifice tab configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Plate and Pipe Orifice Orifice diameter in the units Enter a value >0
Parameters Diameter selected by the UNITS Default = 1.0.
configuration parameter. U.S = in Metric = mm
Pipe Diameter Pipe diameter in the units selected Enter a value >0
by the UNITS configuration Default = 1.0.
parameter. U.S = in Metric = mm
Calibration Combined calibration factor of Enter a value
Factor Orifice meter. If not specified use a Default = 1.0
value of 1.0. { > 0.0}

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Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Material Orifice Orifice material (Mandatory); Select from Drop Down
Material Stainless Steel, Monel, menu
Carbon Steel
Pipe Material Pipe material (Mandatory); Select from Drop Down
Stainless Steel, Monel, menu
Carbon Steel
Reference Orifice Temperature at which the Orifice Enter a value
Temperature diameter was measured. If this is Default = 68°F
not specified, use a typical ambient
temperature of 68°F (20°C).
Pipe Temperature at which the Pipe Enter a value
diameter was measured. If this is Default = 68°F
not specified, use a typical ambient
temperature of 68°F (20°C).
Transport Gas Viscosity Gas Viscosity – Absolute viscosity Enter a value
Parameters of flowing fluid. In the absence of Range 0.005 to 0.5
this information, use the Default = 0.010268
recommended default of 0.010268
cP (Refer to AGA 3 Report- Part 4)
Isentropic Isentropic Exponent - In the Enter a value
Exponent absence of this information, use Range 1.0 to 2.0
the recommended default of 1.3 Default = 1.3
(Refer to AGA 3 Report- Part 4)
Pipe Tap Upstream Indicates the position of the Orifice Select a location of either
Location meter’s pipe pressure tap. upstream, or downstream
Downstream
Note: - If downstream tap is Click Radio Button to
chosen, the differential pressure select
(HW) must be fed to the AGA8
block for correct results.
Tap Point Flange Flowing pressure tap point Click Radio Button to
select
Pipe
Units Type U.S Type of units for all block inputs, Click Radio Button to
outputs, and configuration select
Metric
parameters: This selection must
agree with the UNITS selection in
the compressiblity block. If the
units do not agree, the error and
status output pins will indicate the
error and the calculated outputs
will be set to 0.0

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Flow Rates tab

Table 9 AGA3O Flow Rates tab configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

QV Flow Rate Per Hour Defines the rate of time Click Radio Button to select.
Per Day for QV output flow.

QV Multiplier Units Type (see Provides a time period Enter Value

“UNITS” on other than “per hour” or For example, if “per minute” is
Orifice tab) = “per day”. desired, set the unit to “per
US Metric hour” and the multiplier to 1/60.
Default = 1.0.
FT3/hr M3/ hr
Ft3/day M3/day

QB Flow Rate Per Hour Defines the rate of time Click Radio Button to select.
Per Day for QB output flow.
QB Multiplier Units Type (see Provides a time period Enter Value
“UNITS” on other than “per hour” or For example, if “per minute” is
Orifice tab) = “per day”. desired, set the unit to “per
US Metric hour” and the multiplier to 1/60.
Default = 1.0.
FT3/hr M3/ hr
Ft3/day M3/day

QM Flow Rate Per Hour Defines the rate of time Click Radio Button to select.
Per Day for Qm output flow.

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Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

QM Multiplier Units Type (see Provides a time period Enter Value
“UNITS” on other than “per hour” or For example, if “per minute” is
Orifice tab) = “per day”. desired, set the unit to “per
US Metric hour” and the multiplier to 1/60.
Default = 1.0.
lbm/hr Kg/hr
lbm/day Kg/day

QH Flow Rate Per Hour Defines the rate of time Click Radio Button to select.
Per Day for QH output flow.
QH Multiplier Units Type (see Provides a time period Enter Value
“UNITS” on other than “per hour” or For example, if “per minute” is
Orifice tab) = “per day”. desired, set the unit to “per
US Metric hour” and the multiplier to 1/60.
Default = 1.0.
MBTU/hr MJ/ hr
MBTU/day MJ/ day

Example

Figure 6 AGA3O function block example

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AGA7TM Function Block

AGA7TM Function Block

Description
The AGA7TM label stands for Turbine AGA7 Meter Calculation.
AGA8 BLK
CONNECT

This block is part of the Calculations category.

Function
Calculations for gas measurement by Turbine Meters - When connected to an AGA8 block, the input
value and multiple related parameters will be obtained from the AGA8 block. The meter block will use this
information to inherit the AGA8 block data for use in the calculations.
Inputs
QR = Raw Flow Rate in the units selected by the UNITS configuration parameter.
U.S. is ft3/hr and Metric is m3/hr.
AGA8 BLK CONNECT = When connected to an AGA8 block, the input value will equal the block
number of the AGA8 block. The meter block will use this information to inherit the AGA8 block data for
use in the calculations. If the input pin is not connected to an AGA8 block, then ERR and STATUS output
pins are updated accordingly.
DISABLE = When this pin is ON, the block is disabled, the process value outputs are set to 0, the ERR pin
is OFF, and the STATUS pin is set to 99 (See Table 5 AGA Error Codes).

Outputs
QV = Corrected volume flow rate at flowing conditions (Tf,Pf) in the units selected by the UNITS
configuration parameter. Output units are "ft3/hr" U.S. and “m3/hr” for metric.
QB = Corrected volume flow rate at Base (or Contract) pressure and temperature in the units selected by
the UNITS configuration parameter. Base or Contract conditions are specified by TB and PB in the
companion compressibility block. Output units are "ft3/hr" U.S. and “m3/hr” for metric.
QM = Mass flow rate in the units selected by the UNITS configuration parameter." Units are lbm/hr for
U.S. and kg/hr for metric.
QH = Energy flow rate in the units selected by the UNITS. Units are MBTU/hr for U.S. and MJ/hr for
metric.
ERR = Set when calculation status is indicating an error condition. Errors indicate a fatal condition. The
output values in this case will be set to 0 and the error pin turned on until configuration is corrected or
operating conditions return to normal.
STATUS = a status number is placed on this pin which can be used to find the error in the error/warning
lookup table (See Table 5 AGA Error Codes). This enables the user to connect the pin to comparator
blocks to distinguish various error/warning conditions in the function block configuration.

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Execution Order of this block must be set to be greater than the Gas Compressibility block (AGA8GS, or
AGA8DL) Execution Order for correct calculation sequence. Right click on block to change execution
order.

Configuration parameters
The AGA7TM properties dialog box is divided into two tab cards
AGA7-Turbine
Flow Rates
Click on the tab to access the properties for that tab.

AGA7-Turbine tab

Table 10 AGA7TM Turbine tab configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Turbine Meter Meter Factor A meter factor is a Value should default to 1 and be
Setup dimensionless term limited to >0.
obtained by dividing the
actual volume of gas
passed through the meter
by the corresponding meter
indicated volume.
Units U.S. Type of units for all block Click Radio Button to select
inputs, outputs, and
Metric
configuration parameters:
This selection must agree
with the UNITS selection in
the meter block. If they
don’t agree, no error will be
indicated on the error/calc
status pins. The Meter
block will detect the error,
and will alert the user.

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Flow Rates tab

Table 11 AGA7TM Flow Rates tab configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

QV Flow Rate Per Hour Defines the rate of time Click Radio Button to select.
Per Day for QV output flow.

QV Multiplier Units Type (see Provides a time period Enter Value

“UNITS” on other than “per hour” or For example, if “per minute” is
Turbine tab) = “per day”. desired, set the unit to “per
US Metric hour” and the multiplier to 1/60.
Default = 1.0.
FT3/hr M3/ hr
Ft3/day M3/day

QB Flow Rate Per Hour Defines the rate of time Click Radio Button to select.
Per Day for QB output flow.
QB Multiplier Units Type (see Provides a time period Enter Value
“UNITS” on other than “per hour” or For example, if “per minute” is
Turbine tab) = “per day”. desired, set the unit to “per
US Metric hour” and the multiplier to 1/60.
Default = 1.0.
FT3/hr M3/ hr
Ft3/day M3/day

QM Flow Rate Per Hour Defines the rate of time Click Radio Button to select.
Per Day for Qm output flow.
QM Multiplier Units Type (see Provides a time period Enter Value
“UNITS” on other than “per hour” or For example, if “per minute” is
Turbine tab) = “per day”. desired, set the unit to “per
US Metric hour” and the multiplier to 1/60.
Default = 1.0.
lbm/hr Kg/hr
lbm/day Kg/day

QH Flow Rate Per Hour Defines the rate of time Click Radio Button to select.
Per Day for QH output flow.

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Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

QH Multiplier Units Type (see Provides a time period Enter Value
“UNITS” on other than “per hour” or For example, if “per minute” is
Turbine tab) = “per day”. desired, set the unit to “per
US Metric hour” and the multiplier to 1/60.
Default = 1.0.
MBTU/hr MJ/ hr
MBTU/day MJ/ day

Example

Figure 7 AGA7TM function block example

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AGA9UM Function Block

AGA9UM Function Block

Description
The AGA9UM label stands for Ultrasonic AGA9 Meter Calculation.
AGA8 BLK
CONNECT

This block is part of the Calculations category.

Function
Calculations for gas flow measurements from multi-path Ultrasonic Meters - When connected to an
AGA8 block, the input value and multiple related parameters will be obtained from the AGA8 block. The
meter block will use this information to inherit the AGA8 block data for use in the calculations.
Inputs
QR = Raw Flow Rate in the units selected by the UNITS configuration parameter. U.S. is ft3/hr and
Metric is m3/hr.
AGA8 BLK CONNECT = When connected to an AGA8 block, the input value will equal the block
number of the AGA8 block. The meter block will use this information to inherit the AGA8 block data for
use in the calculations. If the input pin is not connected to an AGA8 block, then ERR and STATUS output
pins are updated accordingly.
DISABLE = When this pin is ON, the block is disabled, the process value outputs are set to 0, the ERR pin
is OFF, and the STATUS pin is set to 99 (See Table 5 AGA Error Codes).

Outputs
QV = Corrected volume flow rate at flowing conditions (Tf,Pf) in the units selected by the UNITS
configuration parameter. Output units are "ft3/hr" U.S. and “m3/hr” for metric.
QB = Corrected volume flow rate at Base (or Contract) pressure and temperature in the units selected by
the UNITS configuration parameter. Base or Contract conditions are specified by TB and PB in the
companion compressibility block. Output units are "ft3/hr" U.S. and “m3/hr” for metric.
QM = Mass flow rate in the units selected by the UNITS configuration parameter." Units are lbm/hr for
U.S. and kg/hr for metric.
QH = Energy flow rate in the units selected by the UNITS. Units are MBTU/hr for U.S. and
MJ/hr for metric.
ERR = Set when calculation status is indicating an error condition. Errors indicate a fatal condition. The
output values in this case will be set to 0 and the error pin turned on until configuration is corrected or
operating conditions return to normal.
STATUS = a status number is placed on this pin which can be used to find the error in the error/warning
lookup table (See Table 5 AGA Error Codes). This enables the user to connect the pin to comparator
blocks to distinguish various error/warning conditions in the function block configuration.

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Execution Order of this block must be set to be greater than the Gas Compressibility block (AGA8GS, or
AGA8DL) Execution Order for correct calculation sequence. Right click on block to change execution
order.

Configuration parameters
The AGA9UM properties dialog box is divided into two tab cards
AGA9UM-Ultrasonic
Flow Rates
Click on the tab to access the properties for that tab.

AGA9-Ultrasonic tab

Table 12 AGA9UM Ultrasonic tab configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Ultrasonic Meter Meter Factor A meter factor is a Value should default to 1 and be
Setup dimensionless term limited to >0.
obtained by dividing the
actual volume of gas
passed through the meter
by the corresponding meter
indicated volume.
Units U.S. Type of units for all block Click Radio Button to select
inputs, outputs, and
Metric
configuration parameters:
This selection must agree
with the UNITS selection in
the meter block. If they
don’t agree, no error will be
indicated on the error/calc
status pins. The Meter
block will detect the error,
and will alert the user.

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Flow Rates tab

Table 13 AGA9UM Flow Rates tab configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

QV Flow Rate Per Hour Defines the rate of time Click Radio Button to select.
Per Day for QV output flow.

QV Multiplier Units Type (see Provides a time period Enter Value

“UNITS” on other than “per hour” or For example, if “per minute” is
Ultrasonic tab) = “per day”. desired, set the unit to “per
US Metric hour” and the multiplier to 1/60.
Default = 1.0.
FT3/hr M3/ hr
Ft3/day M3/day

QB Flow Rate Per Hour Defines the rate of time Click Radio Button to select.
Per Day for QB output flow.
QB Multiplier Units Type (see Provides a time period Enter Value
“UNITS” on other than “per hour” or For example, if “per minute” is
Ultrasonic tab) = “per day”. desired, set the unit to “per
US Metric hour” and the multiplier to 1/60.
Default = 1.0.
FT3/hr M3/ hr
Ft3/day M3/day

QM Flow Rate Per Hour Defines the rate of time Click Radio Button to select.
Per Day for Qm output flow.
QM Multiplier Units Type (see Provides a time period Enter Value
“UNITS” on other than “per hour” or For example, if “per minute” is
Ultrasonic tab) = “per day” desired, set the unit to “per
US Metric hour” and the multiplier to 1/60.
Default = 1.0.
lbm/hr Kg/hr
lbm/day Kg/day

QH Flow Rate Per Hour Defines the rate of time Click Radio Button to select.
Per Day for QH output flow.

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Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

QH Multiplier Units Type (see Provides a time period Enter Value.
“UNITS” on other than “per hour” or For example, if “per minute” is
Ultrasonic tab) = “per day” desired, set the unit to “per
US Metric hour” and the multiplier to 1/60.
Default = 1.0.
MBTU/hr MJ/ hr
MBTU/ MJ/ day
day

Example

Figure 8 AGA9UM function block example

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AI Function Block

AI Function Block
Description
The AI label stands for Analog Input.

This block is part of the I/O Blocks category.

Function
Reads value of an Analog Input from a specified real I/O address. Convert analog input value to
corresponding output (OUT) in engineering units based on the necessary scaling and conversions
performed.
LINEAR - Converts analog input value to corresponding output in units based on a linear 0 % to 100 %
scale and specified high and low range values +/-10% over range.
OUT = Scale x Input value + Bias
where:

High range value - Low range value

Scale =
100

Input value = Analog Value in percent

T/C or RTD - Converts analog input value in engineering units using the range of Input Type. +/-1% over
range.

ATTENTION
The failsafe detection on this input block configured for 4-20mA range is:
Low Detection: 2.4mA
High Detection: 21.6mA
Outside of the range the flag (Input Fail) is ON. There is no detection from 0 to 4 mA, but the
block continues to provide data that can be compared via an Alarm Block, for example.

Input
Analog value from specified real I/O address.
DIS = disable the AI channel
Output
OUT = Analog Input value in engineering units.
WARN = Warning Input Indication - Sensor failure possibility. If AI input wiring or sensor exceeds
100 ohms of resistance, the WARNing pin will energize.
FAIL = Digital status of channel
Digital Low (0) = OK
Digital High (1) = Open sensor or failed input channel.

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Configuration parameters

Table 14 Analog Input configuration parameters

Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Block Order N/A Execution Order for Block Read Only. To
change block order,
right-click on a
Function Block and
select Execution
Order.
Rack This is the address of the selected Enter a value
Address Rack. from 1 to 5.
I/O Module Address of selected I/O module (must Enter a value:
Address match model selection guide) from 1 to 12
Channel Channel on selected I/O Module Enter a value:
Address from 1 to 8 or 16.
Input Type N/A Thermocouple Input types Click on the "Input
and Range RTD Input types Type and Range"
group button and
Linear Input types select an input from
Special Input Types - Carbon or list box.
Oxygen See Table 15 for
Input Type and
Range

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Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

High Range 6 For Linear Inputs Only - output value Enter a value:
Value that corresponds to 100% input value. ± 99999 to ± 99999
For example:
Actuation Input = 4-20mA
Process variable = Flow
Range of Flow = 0 to 250 gal/min
High Range Display Value = 250
Low range Display Value = 0
Then 20mA = 250, 4mA = 0
Low Range 7 For Linear Inputs Only - output value Enter a value:
Value that corresponds to 0 % input value ± 99999 to ± 99999
For example: See “High Range
Value”.
Disable 8 The output value when the AI channel Enter a value
Channel is disabled. Disable = ON
Output Value Default = 0
Filter Time 2 A software digital filter is provided for Enter a value:
(sec) the input designated to smooth the 0 to 120 seconds
input. You can configure the first
order lag time constant from 1 to 120
seconds. 0=no filter
Bias 3 Bias is used to compensate the input Enter a value:
for drift of an input value due to ±9999 to ±99999
deterioration of a sensor, or some
other cause.
Failsafe Use N/A Use the User value entered in the Click on Radio
Value appropriate field. button to select
Failsafe Use 4 The output value to which the output Enter a value in
Value field will go to protect against the effects of Engineering Units
failure of the equipment, such as, fuel ±9999 to ±99999
shut-off if there is loss of flame in a
furnace, or a sensor break.
Downscale N/A LINEAR Click on Radio
OUT = Value set at “Low range value” button to select
field.
T/C or RTD
OUT = Value of Low range implied by
input type.
Upscale LINEAR Click on Radio
OUT = Value set at “High range button to select
value” field.
T/C or RTD
OUT = Value of High range implied by
input type.
Burnout N/A Burnout check enable Click on block to
Check (Thermocouples only) select or deselect

Bad Channel N/A Check this to generate a hardware Click on block to

Detection failure diagnostic if a bad AI channel select or deselect
is detected. If unchecked, a
diagnostic will not be generated,
which may be desirable for inputs
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Failsafe rules
If the controller is unable to access the physical channel or the sensor is faulty, and:

• If Failsafe is “Use Value” Then OUT = Configured Failsafe value

• If Failsafe is enabled and downscale Then OUT = Range Lo (linear)
Low Range Value of input type (T/C and RTD)
• If Failsafe is enabled and upscale Then OUT = Range Hi (linear)
High Range Value of input type (T/C and RTD)

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Table 15 HC900 Input Types and Ranges

Type Range Low Range High EU
B -18 1815 C
B 0 3300 F
E -270 1000 C
E -454 1832 F
E -129 593 C
E -200 1100 F
J -18 871 C
J 0 1600 F
J -7 410 C
J 20 770 F
J -180 0 C
J -292 32 F
K -18 1316 C
K 0 2400 F
K -18 982 C
K 0 1800 F
K -29 538 C
K 20 1000 F
K 0 1200 C
K 32 2192 F
Ni-NiMo 0 1371 C
Ni-NiMo 32 2500 F
Ni-NiMo 0 682 C
Ni-NiMo 32 1260 F
NiMo-NiCo 0 1371 C
NiMo-NiCo 32 2500 F
NiMo-NiCo 0 682 C
NiMo-NiCo 32 1260 F
N -18 1300 C
N 0 2372 F
N -18 800 C
N 0 1472 F
N 0 1200 C
N 32 2192 F
R -18 1704 C
R 0 3100 F
S -18 1704 C
S 0 3100 F
T -184 371 C
T -300 700 F
T -129 260 C
T -200 500 F
W_W26 -20 2320 C
W_W26 -4 4200 F
W5W26 -18 2316 C
W5W26 0 4200 F
W5W26 -18 1227 C
W5W26 0 2240 F
Platinel 0 1380 C
Platinel 32 2516 F
Platinel 0 750 C
Platinel 32 1382 F
Pt100 -184 816 C
Pt100 -300 1500 F
Pt100 -184 649 C

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Type Range Low Range High EU

Pt100 -300 1200 F
Pt100 -184 316 C
Pt100 -300 600 F
Pt500 -184 649 C
Pt500 -300 1200 F
Pt1000 -40 260 C
Pt1000 -40 500 F
JIS100 -200 500 C
JIS100 -328 932 F
JIS100 -200 260 C
JIS100 -328 500 F
Cu10 -20 250 C
Cu10 -4 482 F
YSI405 10 37.8
YSI405 50 100
Ohms 0 200
Ohms 0 500
Ohms 0 1000
Ohms 0 2000
Ohms 0 4000
mA 4 20
mA 0 20
mV 0 10
mV 0 50
mV 0 100
mV -10 10
mV -50 50
mV -100 100
mV -500 500
V 0 1
V 0 2
V 0 5
V 0 10
V 1 5
V -1 1
V -2 2
V -5 5
V -10 10
Carbon 0 1250 mV
Oxygen -30 510 mV

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Example
Figure 9 shows a Function Block Diagram configuration using an AI function block.

AI used for work temperature monitoring. Tag descriptors are used to identify
the input. A digital tag connected to the fail output can alarm on an open
sensor.

Figure 9 AI function block example

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Analog Input Voting

Description
The AI-V label stands for Analog Input Voting . This block is part of the I/O Blocks category.

Function
Reads values of Analog Inputs from specified real I/O addresses. Converts analog input value
to corresponding output (OUT) in engineering units based on the necessary scaling and
conversions performed.
Input Type = LINEAR - converts analog input value to corresponding output in units based on a
linear 0 to 100% scale and specified high and low range values.
OUT = Scale x Input value + Bias
where:
Scale = High Range Value - Low range value
100
Input value = Analog Value in percent
Input Type = T/C or RTD - converts analog input value in engineering units using the range of
Input Type
AI-V differs from AI in that multiple inputs (up to 3) may be specified, and the values of the inputs
(whose channel has not failed) must match for the input value to be considered good overall.
Otherwise the FAIL pin becomes ON and the Fail-safe value is used as output instead of any
input value. If there is only one input used, then the state of the single channel determines the
state of the FAIL pin.
If none of the inputs are used (i.e. all three are not enabled by user), the function block will
behave the same as when the DIS (Disable) pin is ON.
Please refer to the descriptions of the DIS, FAIL, SFAIL, and VFAIL pins below to get a good
understanding of the block behavior.
NOTE: For calibration of AI channel, please follow following steps:
1. Create a configuration using AI-V function block and configure the addresses of input channels
to be used.
2. Download the configuration to controller.

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3. Now follow the steps given "Calibrate AI Channel " section for each AI channel selected in the
above configuration.

Input
Analog value(s) from specified real I/O address(s).
DIS = Disable Signal:
DIS pin = ON:
Results in disabling of the AI channels. Output of the block in this case is the Fail-safe value. All
output pins (FAIL, SFAIL and VFAIL) pins becomes OFF.
DIS pin = OFF:
Results in normal operation i.e. it enables the function block.
All output pins (FAIL, SFAIL and VFAIL) pins behave as expected for a normal operation (as
described below).
DIS pin = Open:
Results in normal operation i.e. it enables the function block.
All output pins (FAIL, SFAIL and VFAIL) pins behave as expected for a normal operation (as
described below).

Output
OUT = Analog Input value in engineering units.
FAIL = Failed – If ON, indicates that the block output is set to Fail-safe. Possible cause for this is:
In the case where three inputs are used:
One input has a failed channel and the good channels have a validation failure.
OR
All three inputs have failed channels.
In the case where two inputs are used:
Two inputs have good channels and a validation failure.
OR
Both inputs have failed channels.
SFAIL = Source Failure – If ON, indicates a failure of one or more of the analog channel(s).
Possible cause for this is:
Power failure
One of the AI channels failed
VFAIL = Validation Failure – If ON, indicates that the values of the “good” channels disagree.

Block properties

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Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box

Configuration parameters
Analog Input Voting configuration parameters
Properties Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection
Group

Order N/A Execution Order for Block Read Only.

Block
To change, See "Execution Order".

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Use Input A 4 Enable or Disable Input A Click on checkbox to

select or deselect

Use Input B 5 Enable or Disable Input B Click on checkbox to

select or deselect

Use Input C 6 Enable or Disable Input C Click on checkbox to

select or deselect
Address Rack (for each N/A This is the address of the selected Enter a value: from 1
Input) Rack. to 5.

I/O Module (for N/A Address of selected I/O module (must Enter a value: from 1
each Input) match model selection guide) to 12

Channel (for each N/A Channel on selected I/O Module Enter a value: 1 to 16,
Input) depending on module
type.

Input Type and N/A Thermocouple,RTD, Linear Input types Click on the "Input
Range or Special Input Types - Carbon or Type and Range"
Oxygen group button and
Input Type and select an input from
Range list box.

Click Here for Input

Types and Ranges

High Range Value N/A For Linear Inputs Only - output value Enter a value:
that corresponds to 100 % input value
± 99999 to ± 99999
For example: Actuation Input = 4-20mA

Process variable = Flow

Range of Flow = 0 to 250 gal/min

Range High Range Display Value = 250

Low range Display Value = 0

Then 20mA = 250, 4mA = 0

Low Range Value N/A For Linear Inputs Only - output value Enter a value:
that corresponds to 0 % input value
± 99999 to ± 99999
For example: See "High Range Value"

Disable Output Value 13 The output value when the AI channel Enter a value
Channel is disabled. Disable = ON
Default = 0

Filter Time (sec) 7 A software digital filter is provided for Enter a value:
the input designated to smooth the
input. You can configure the first order 0 to 120 seconds
lag time constant from 1 to 120
seconds.
Settings
0=no filter

Bias 8 Bias is used to compensate the input Enter a value:

for drift of an input value due to
deterioration of a sensor, or some ±9999 to ±99999
other cause.

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Use Value field N/A The output value to which the output Enter a value in
will go to protect against the effects of Engineering Units
failure of the equipment, such as, fuel
shut-off if there is loss of flame in a ±9999 to ±99999
furnace, or a sensor break.

Use Value N/A Use the value entered in the Click on Radio button
appropriate field. to select

Downscale N/A LINEAR Click on Radio button

to select
OUT = Value set at "Low range value"
field.
Failsafe
T/C or RTD

OUT = Value of Low range implied by

input type.

Upscale N/A LINEAR Click on Radio button

to select
OUT = Value set at "High range value"
field.

T/C or RTD

OUT = Value of High range implied by

input type.

Generate N/A Check this to generate a hardware Click on checkbox to

Hardware Failure failure diagnostic if a bad AI channel is select or deselect
Bad Channel on Bad Channel detected. If unchecked, a diagnostic
Detection Detection will not be generated, which may be
desirable for inputs used for
monitoring only.

Example
Figure 01 below shows a function block diagram using an AI-V function block. The AI-V block
reads in analog input values from real I/O addresses, and then passes the calculated value to the
PID block, for it to control the value, to be then output to real I/O addresses by the AO block. The
source fail (SFAIL) and validation fail (VFAIL) pins are also used for monitoring the statuses.

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ALM Alarm Function Block

Description
The ALM label stands for the Analog Alarm function.

This block is part of the Alarms/Monitor category.

Function
The analog alarm block accepts an analog signal as a process variable and compares it to a limit value
(setpoint) to determine an alarm condition. The setpoint may be entered by the user or be another analog
signal in the controller.
Alarm actions may be high, low or high deviation, low deviation or band deviation. For deviation alarming,
a second analog signal provides the reference and setpoints represent deviation from the reference.
The alarm output may be inverted to create normally active digital output. A user selection for latching
until acknowledged or automatically reset is provided.
A user-specified hysteresis value in the engineering units of the process variable is provided.
An on-delay time value up to 240 seconds is available to prevent momentary alarm actions. A digital reset
input is available to disable alarm actions.

Alarm type function

(PV>SP) High Process Variable/Local Setpoint
• OUT = ON If the PV is greater than the local Setpoint
• OUT = OFF If the PV is less than the Local Setpoint minus Hysteresis
(PV>CV) High Process Variable/Compare Value
• OUT = ON If the PV is greater than the Compare Value (CV) i.e. Alarm Setpoint
• OUT = OFF If the PV is less than the Compare Value minus Hysteresis
(PV<SP) Low Process Variable/Local Setpoint
• OUT = ON If the PV is less than the Local Setpoint
• OUT = OFF If the PV is greater than the Local Setpoint + Hysteresis
(PV<CV) Low Process Variable/Compare Value
• OUT = ON If the PV is less than the Compare Value (CV)
• OUT = OFF If the PV is greater than the Compare Value + Hysteresis

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[(PV-CV)>SP] High Deviation Alarm

• OUT = ON If the PV input minus the CV input is greater than the Local Setpoint
• OUT = OFF If the PV input minus the CV input is less than the Local Setpoint minus Hysteresis
[(CV-PV)>SP] Low Deviation Alarm
• OUT = ON If the CV input minus the PV input is greater than the local Setpoint
• OUT = OFF If the CV input minus the PV input is less than the Local Setpoint minus Hysteresis

PV-CV>SP Band Deviation Alarm

• OUT = ON If the absolute value of (PV–CV) is greater than the Local Setpoint
• OUT = OFF If the absolute value of (PV–CV) is less than the Local Setpoint minus Hysteresis

Inputs
PV = Process Variable
CV = Compare Value
RSP = Remote Setpoint
DISABLE = On disables alarm action.

Output
OUT = Output

Block properties

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ATTENTION

Local Setpoint is set in the Process Control Designer unless “Use RSP Input” is enabled. Use
an Analog Variable connected to one RSP input (use RSP Input Enabled) if you want to
change alarm setpoint at the operator interface via the Variable Edit Display.

Table 16 Analog alarm configuration parameters

Parameter Index Parameter Description Value or Selection

#

Block Order N/A Execution Order for Block Read Only. To change block order,
right-click on a Function Block and
select Execution Order.

Alarm N/A Alarm Action Type PV>SP = High Process Variable/Local

Setpoint Setpoint
Type PV>CV = High Process Variable
/Compare Value
PV<SP = Low Process Variable/Local
Setpoint
PV<CV = Low Process Variable
/Compare Value
(PV-CV)>SP = High Deviation Alarm
(CV-PV)>SP= Low Deviation Alarm
IPV-CVI>SP = Band Absolute
Deviation Alarm

Hysteresis 4 Hysteresis in engineering units can 0 to 99999.9 in Engineering Units

be set from 0 to the input span
monitored variable.

Local 0 Local Setpoint value in engineering 0 to 99999.9 in Engineering Units

Setpoint units or a calculation from another
function block via RSP (see “Use
RSP Input”).

1 Remote Setpoint selection Click on box to use Remote Setpoint

Use RSP Input
(RSP).

Output Latch 3 ON latches the alarm output until Click on Box to select.
acknowledged.
To acknowledge an alarm, it must
be tagged and entered into an
alarm group. This will provide for
the acknowledgment from the
operator interface.

On Delay 6 Number of seconds the alarm is 0 to 240 seconds

active before activating OUT.

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Examples
Figure 10/Example 1 shows an ALM function block being used for Band Deviation Alarm—a control loop
process variable is compared to the loops working setpoint. A variable is used as the setpoint value to allow
periodic changes. (RSP enabled). The Output contains a tag identification that will be used to identify the
alarm state.
Example 2 shows an ALM function block being used to alarm on PV>SP.
EXAMPLE 1

EXAMPLE 2

Figure 10 ALM function block example

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ALMGR Alarm Group Function Block

Description
The ALMGR label stands for the Alarm Group function.

This block is part of the Alarms/Monitor category.

Function
The Alarm Group Function Block allows you to tie alarm groups into the Control Strategy particularly
when you do not have an Operator Interface. It provides remote acknowledgement of all alarms in the
group.
This block is always stored in the reserved block area (40 thru 59), are always in the configuration whether
visible in the FBD or not, and all outputs of the block are updates every alarm scan.

Input
ACK = acknowledges all alarms in group (rising edge). Clears UNACK.

Output
UNACK = ON when any of the alarms in the group have not been acknowledged.
ACTIV = ON when any of the alarms in the group are active.

Assign an Alarm Group

When you drag and drop an Alarm Group function block onto the worksheet, the "Assign Alarm Group"
dialog box opens.
Select an Alarm Group (1 - 20) from the drop down menu, then click "OK".
The function block will appear on the Function Block Diagram.

Configure an Alarm Group

1. Double-click on the Alarm Group function block. The Alarm Group Configuration dialog box will
appear. The Group Number appears on the dialog box.
2. Digital signals will be displayed in the "Selected Tags" field.
3. Enter the group title. Use any mix of numbers, letters, and spaces.
4. Click on a Signal Tag name, then click on ADD. The selected signal tag will be placed in the next
available position in the "Selected Tags" field,
OR
Select a position in the "Selected Tags" field, then click on INSERT. The selected signal tag will be
placed in the position chosen in the "Selected Tags" field and the other signal tags will reorder as
required.

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5. Repeat the selection for up to 12 tags for each group.

6. Select a signal in the "Selected Tags" field and click on ALARM DETAILS, and enter Alarm details
in the Dialog Box.
7. Click OK.
You can also select "Alarms" from:
- the EDIT menu on the Process Control Designer Main Menus
- The O/I Worksheet Toolbar button
(when you have an O/I)
- the FBD Worksheet toolbar button
(when you do not have an O/I and do not need to use
Alarm Group logic in the control strategy)

Example

Figure 11 ALMGR Function Block Example

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ALT Alternator Function Block

ALT Alternator Function Block

Description
The ALT label stands for Alternator Function.

This block is part of the Auxiliary category.

Function
The Alternator (ALT) function block is typically used to alternate the starting sequence of a group of
pumps, valves, filters, etc. Each block accepts up to 16 inputs and controls up to 16 outputs.
There are four unique alternation styles used to control the output starting sequence so that you can limit
the amount of repeat or continuous usage of a single device (pumps, valves, etc.). If an output device fails,
or has been disabled, then an alternate device will be used in order to meet the requested demand. You may
specify the alternators active outputs and the order in which the outputs are manipulated.
Each configuration is limited to a maximum of 6 Alternator function blocks.

Inputs
IN1 – IN 16 =. Sixteen digital inputs for requesting an output device. Unconnected pins default to OFF.
DSBL = determines the status of the block:
OFF = Status of block is RUN
- function blocks process normally
- inputs and outputs reevaluated based on current states and style settings
- the STI output pin is set to ON

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ON = Status of block is OFF

- function processes disabled, no input/output evaluation
- all On and Off delay timers are reset
- block’s style setting maintained
- all outputs turned off
- the STI output pin set to OFF.
^ADV = used with all styles except Direct. If “Activate Advance” selected in configuration, an OFF to ON
transition will rotate the output order selection.
DRDYS = digital encoded device-ready signal, usually the bit encoded output of the Digital
Encoder Block (DENC) representing 16 digital states. No signal = 0
Bit 1 = OUT 1, Bit 16 = OUT 16
Example: If bit 3 is ON, "OUT 3" is enabled and its state can turn On/Off based on the Alternator
Sequence. If bit 3 is OFF, "OUT 3" is disabled. Out 3's state will change to OFF.

Outputs
OUT1 – OUT16 =. Sixteen digital outputs, which turn ON and OFF based on the input demand
[IN1-16]. Outputs can be manually disabled by way of the Outputs tab in the block properties.
Outputs can be programmatically disabled by the use of the "DRDYS" input pin.
ODIS = ON when any one of the outputs (OUT) is manually disabled, otherwise OFF
IDIS = ON when any one of the inputs (IN) is manually disabled, otherwise OFF
STI = ON when the block state is RUN; OFF when the block state is OFF.

Configurable Parameters
The Alternator properties dialog box is divided into four tab cards:
GENERAL
INPUTS
OUTPUTS
SEQUENCE ORDER

Click on the tab to access the properties for that tab.

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GENERAL tab

Style selections
A style is a method used to control the cycling of the 16 outputs. There are four styles from which to
choose: Direct, Rotary (Last ON/First OFF), First ON/First OFF (FOFO), or Fixed (with Advance feature).
This parameter is initially configured here and can be altered from an operator interface.
Important: A style change request does not take effect until all inputs (IN1 - 16) are OFF.
DIRECT Monitors up to 16 inputs and maps them, using the user adjustable map order on the Output
tab, directly to the outputs.
If the Inputs selected are 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and the Output order mapped is 6, 3, 4, 1, 5, 2; when
Input 3 is activated, Output 4 is enabled; or if Input 1 is activated then Output 6 is enabled.
ROTARY Uses the sum of the 16 inputs that are set to ON to determine the required demand for outputs.
The output order is managed in a Last ON/First OFF basis (LOFO).
If the Inputs selected are 1, 2, 3 and the mapped sequence is 1, 2, 3 the alternator sequence
changes when NO outputs (pumps) are required or there is a request to Advance (see Activate
Advance).
Depending on the capacity required, Outputs 1, 2, 3 come on in order. When the demand falls,
Output 3 goes OFF, then Output 2, then Output 1. When Output 1 turns off, the Rotary
sequence advances and Output 2 starts the next cycle.
If an input pin is set to “not available”, then that output is forced to OFF and the next available
output in the mapping order is turned ON. If the previously bypassed output later becomes
enabled, then it will not be used until the demand increases.

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FOFO Uses the sum of the 16 inputs that are set to ON to determine the required demand for outputs.
The output order is managed in a First ON/First OFF basis (FOFO).
If 3 Inputs are ON (no mapping), the Alternator sequence changes (first one in the list moves to
the end of the list) as the inputs turn OFF or, when there is a request for Advance (see Activate
Advance).
If an input pin is set to “not available”, then that output is forced to OFF and the next available
output is turned ON. If the previously bypassed output later becomes enabled, then it will not
be used until the demand increases.
FIXED Uses the sum of the 16 inputs that are set to ON to determine the required demand for outputs.
The output order is managed in a First ON/First OFF basis (FOFO).
If the Inputs selected are 1, 2, 3, 4 and you map a fixed sequence 4, 2, 3, 1 the sequence will
not change unless you select the Advance feature (see Activate Advance).
It takes a direct command (OFF to ON signal) before the output order map rotates to
the 2, 3, 1, 4 sequence.
If an output pin is not available then that output is forced OFF and the next available output in
the mapping order is turned ON. If the previously bypassed output later becomes enabled, then
it will not be used until the demand increases.

Activate advance
Used with all styles except Direct. If you select “Activate Advance” (click on box on General tab to select),
an OFF to ON transition of the ^ADV Input pin will rotate the output order sequence. Make before Break
selection determines how this is done for Rotary and FOFO only.

Make before break

This feature works on input demand and with the Advance input, it is available for Fixed, Rotary and
FOFO styles.
When the ALT function block receives an Advance input (^ADV pin) and Make before Break is selected
(click on box on General tab to select) the next output in the sequence is activated before deactivating an
output. When the selection box on the General tab is not selected (Break before Make) the output is
removed before advancing the sequence and activating the next output.
The ON and OFF Delay Timers are used with this feature. See next figure.

2 outputs
requested 3 outputs
and one of requestd
initially Advance Advance them is with #3
no outputs 2 outputs occurs and occurs and disabled output still
requested requested MBB* is set BBM** is set (or fails)*** disabled

ON
Delay
Delay

Delay
OFF

OUTPUT 1
ON
ON

OFF

ON
Delay
Delay

Delay
OFF

OUTPUT 2
ON

ON

OFF

ON
Delay

Delay
OFF

OUTPUT 3
ON

OFF

ON
Delay

OUTPUT 4
ON

OFF

* MBB - Make before Break

** BBM - Break before Make
*** When an output is in use and it becomes disabled or fails, the
BBM feature is used to turn on the next available output

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ON/OFF delay timers

There is an On-delay timer and Off-delay timer value that applies to all 16 outputs. These timers are the
same times used with the Make/Break feature. There is one period for all On-delay times and one period for
all Off-delay times.
If an output is waiting in an On-delay timer and new input conditions the output state to turn OFF, then the
delay timer is reset, the output does not change state. If an output is waiting in an Off-delay timer and new
input conditions the output state to turn ON, then the delay timer is reset, the output does not change state.
The timers operate in a cascade style. Example: If three outputs are requested, output #1 Turns On, then #2
which is followed by #3.

Table 17 ALT general tab parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

General Tag Name N/A 16-character tag name

Descriptor N/A Block description

Time Delay On-Time 1 Delay time used before turning Range: 0 – 99999 sec
Delay ON the next output in the Default = 0
(seconds) sequence. Used with
“Make/Break” feature Value can be changed
See “ON/OFF Delay Timers” from the Operator
Interface

Off-Time 2 Delay time used before turning Range: 0 – 99999 sec

Delay OFF the next output in the Default = 0
(seconds) sequence. Used with
“Make/Break” feature Value can be changed
See “ON/OFF Delay Timers” from the Operator
Interface

Styles Direct N/A DIRECT

ROTARY
Rotary See “Style Selections” for FOFO
definitions FIXED
FOFO The parameter selected
here can be altered from
Fixed
an operator interface.
3 Determines how an OUT is ON = Make before Break
Make before Break OFF = Break before
toggled ON and OFF.
Used with “Rotary” and “FOFO” Make
styles
See “Make before Break” for Default = Make before
definition. Break

0 Activates the “Advance” feature. Click on box to turn ON

Activate Advance
This allows an OFF to ON Activate Advance
transition of the ^ADV Input pin
Used with all styles except Direct to rotate the output order The parameter selected
sequence. here cannot be altered
See “Activate Advance” for from an operator
definition. interface

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INPUT tab
Click on the “Enable Input” block to activate that particular Input [1 – 16], deselect to inactivate it.
“Enable” is the default. (Indices 6 thru 21)

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OUTPUT tab
Click on the “Enable Output” box to activate that particular Output [1 – 16], deselect to inactivate it.
“Enable” is the default. (Indices 22 thru 27)
Device Ready Enable
Click on the “Use Device Ready [DRDYS] “ box to activate the DRDYS inputs from the Digital Encoder
function block. OFF (deselect) ignores all the DRDYS from the Digital Encoder block and assumes all
device ready values are on. (Index # 54)

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Direct Style selected Rotary, FOFO, or Fixed Style selected

Table 18 ALT sequence tab parameters

Sequence Parameter Action Selections Comments

Number Field

1 Use the scroll buttons in 1 to16 Selecting less than 16

Maximum Outputs used the active field and Outputs will make the
select the number of unused Outputs in the
outputs to be used. “Output Selection”
column = 0 after “OK”
is selected.

2 Click on the “Edit Sequence Order May be changed by a

Edit Sequence Order Sequence Order” button Default = special message.
to activate the OUT1,
Sequence Order dialog OUT2,
box. OUT3

Click, Drag, and release :

any output to any order, :
as shown to the left, to OUT15,
select the sequence in OUT16.
which the outputs will be
turned on.

Click “OK”.

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Example
Figure 12 shows a function block diagram using an ALT function block.

Figure 12 ALT function block example

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AMB Auto/Manual Bias Function Block

AMB Auto/Manual Bias Function Block

Description
The AMB label stands for Auto/Manual Bias Function.

This block is part of the Loops category.

Function
On transfer from Manual to Auto; Bias is calculated to make PV + Bias = Output.

Inputs
PV1 = Process Variable Input (%)
TRV = Output Track Value in percentage (Output = TRV Value when TRC is ON).
TRC = Output Track Command—1 = enable TRV (Mode = Local Override), 0 = disable
MDRQI = External Mode Request (connected to the MDRQO output of a MDSW function block)
encoded as follows:
0.0 = No Change
1.0 = Manual Mode Request
2.0 = Automatic Mode Request

Outputs
OUT = Control Output (–5 % to 105 %)
AL1 = Alarm 1
AL2 = Alarm 2
MODE = Actual Mode encoded as follows: (Connect to Mode Flags block [MDFL] to encode mode
status.)
4.0 LSP AUTO
5.0 LSP MAN
7.0 LSP LO (Local Override)

Configuration parameters
The Auto/Manual Bias properties dialog box is divided into four tab cards
GENERAL
START/RESTART
RANGE/LIMIT
ALARMS
Click on the tab to access the properties for that tab.

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GENERAL tab

Table 19 AMB General tab configuration parameters

Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Block Tag N/A 16-character tag name

Name

Block N/A Block description

Descriptor

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Start/Restart tab

Table 20 AMB Start Restart tab configuration parameters

Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Permitted N/A Mode permitted for the MAN Manual

Mode initial start and power up
mode. AUTO Automatic

Initial Mode N/A Mode at NEWSTART MAN Manual

Newstart is the first scan AUTO Automatic

cycle following the cold
start of the controller

Power up N/A Mode at power up MAN Manual

Mode
PREVIOUS Same mode (auto or manual)

Power Up N/A Output at Power up FAILSAFE Failsafe output value.

Out
LAST OUT Same as at power down.

Failsafe Out 9 Failsafe Output Value –5 to 105 (default 0)

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RANGE/LIMIT tab

Table 21 AMB Range/limit tab configuration parameters

Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

PV High Range 0 PV High Range Value –5 % to 105 %

PV Low Range 1 PV Low Range Value –5 % to 105 %

Display Decimal Places N/A Number of digits to display after 0 to 5

decimal point.

Out High Limit 7 Output High Limit Value - prevents –5 % to 105 %

the Output from going above the
value set here.

Out Low Limit 8 Output Low Limit Value - prevents –5 % to 105 %

the Output from going below the
value set here.

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Table 22 AMB Alarm tab configuration parameters

Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Alarm 1 10 Alarm 1 Setpoint 1 Value - this is –5 % to +105 %

Setpoint 1 the value at which you want the
alarm type chose below to activate (default 0)

Alarm 1 Type N/A Alarm 1 Setpoint 1 Type - select Selections:

what you want Alarm 1 Setpoint 1 NO ALARM
to represent. AL_PV_HI
AL_PV_LO
AL_OUT_HI
AL_OUT_LO

Alarm 1 11 Alarm 1 Setpoint 2 Value Same as

Setpoint 2 Alarm 1 Setpoint 1

Alarm 1 Type N/A Alarm 1 Setpoint 2 Type Same as

Alarm 1 Setpoint 1

Alarm 2 12 Alarm 2 Setpoint 1 Value Same as

Setpoint 1 Alarm 1 Setpoint 1

Alarm 2 Type N/A Alarm 2 Setpoint 1 Type Same as

Alarm 1 Setpoint 1

Alarm 2 13 Alarm 2 Setpoint 2 Value Same as

Setpoint 2 Alarm 1 Setpoint 1

Alarm 2Type N/A Alarm 2 Setpoint 2 Type Same as

Alarm 1 Setpoint 1

Alarm 18 Alarm Hysteresis in % 0 % to 5 %

Hysteresis %

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Example
Figure 13 shows an function block diagram using an AMB function block.

Figure 13 AMB function block example

AMB Block (Boiler Submaster):

Operators place AMB Block to “MAN” mode to adjust fuel setpoints up or down independent of each
boiler.
AMB: OUT = IN + BIAS MAN MODE Bias is automatically calculated as operator increment or
decrement out value. Bias = OUT – IN
AUTO MODE Bias is a fixed value from the man mode calculation. Above
OUT = IN + Bias

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2AND Function Block

Description
The 2AND label stands for the AND Boolean function (2 Inputs).

This block is part of the Logic and Fast Logic categories.

Function
Turns digital output (OUT) ON when inputs X1 and X2 are ON. Thus,
• If all inputs are ON, then: OUT = ON.
• If any input is OFF, then: OUT = OFF.

Input
X1 = First digital signal.
X2 = Second digital signal.

Output
OUT = Digital signal controlled by status of input signals.

Block properties

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Input state

You can invert Input 1 or Input 2 or both. If the input is inverted, an input line that is ON is seen as OFF
(“N” on Icon next to inverted input).

Example
Figure 14 shows an AND function block being used to monitor two input signals for an alarm condition.

Figure 14 2AND function block example

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4ALM Function Block

Description
The 4ALM label stands for the 4 Alarm with Hysteresis.

This block is part of the Alarm/Monitor Blocks category.

Function
This block monitors four analog input values (SP1, SP2, SP3, SP4) and performs up to four alarm
comparisons against the PV input. Configurable Alarm types are Disabled, Low, High. The associated
output pins, AL1 through AL4, will turn ON if the configured HIGH or LOW alarm condition is present.
The individual hysteresis settings for each alarm are used to prevent output cycling.

Inputs
PV = Process variable
SP1 = Analog value
SP2 = Analog value
SP3 = Analog value
SP4 = Analog value

Outputs
AL1 = Alarm output
AL2 = Alarm output
AL3 = Alarm output
AL4 = Alarm output

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Configurable parameters
Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection
Block Order N/A Execution Order for Block Read Only. To change
block order, right-click on
a Function Block and
select Execution Order.
Tag Name n/a 16-character tag name
Descriptor n/a Block description
Alarm type 0-3 Alarm type Disabled, Low, High
Hysteresis 4-7 Adjustable overlap of the on/off 0 to the span of the input
states of the output. in engineering units.

Example
Use the Four Alarm function block to configure up to four alarm setpoints (Low/Low, Low -- High,
High/High) for a single input signal.

Figure 15 4ALM function block example

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4AND Function Block

Description
The 4AND label stands for the AND Boolean function (4 Inputs).

This block is part of the Logic and Fast Logic categories.

Function
Turns digital output (OUT) ON when inputs X1 through X4 are ON. Thus,
• If all inputs are ON, then: OUT = ON.
• If any input is OFF, then: OUT = OFF.

Input
X1 = First digital signal
X2 = Second digital signal
X3 = Third digital signal
X4 = Fourth digital signal

ATTENTION

Unused values must be set to 1 or inverted.

Output
OUT = Digital signal controlled by status of input signals

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Block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Input state
You can invert Input 1, 2, 3, 4, or all. If the input is inverted, an input line that is ON is seen as OFF (“N”
on Icon next to inverted input).

ATTENTION

Unused values must be set to 1 or inverted.

Example
Figure 16 shows a Function Block Diagram configuration using a 4AND function block. The function
block is being used to monitor 3 input signals for an alarm condition. Note unused input is terminated.

Figure 16 4AND function block example

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8AND Function Block

Description
The 8AND label stands for the AND Boolean function (8 Inputs).

This block is part of the Logic and Fast Logic categories.

Function
Turns digital output (OUT) ON when inputs X1 through X8 are ON. Thus,
• If all inputs are ON, then: OUT = ON.
• If any input is OFF, then: OUT = OFF.

Input
X1 = First digital signal
X2 = Second digital signal
X3 = Third digital signal
X4 = Fourth digital signal
X5 = Fifth digital signal
X6 = Sixth digital signal
X7 = Seventh digital signal
X8 = Eighth digital signal

ATTENTION

Unused values must be set to 1 or inverted.

Output
OUT = Digital signal controlled by status of input signals.

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Block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Input state
You can invert Input 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 or all. If the input is inverted, an input line that is ON is seen as
OFF (“N” on diagram next to inverted input).

ATTENTION
Unused values must be set to 1 or inverted.

Example
Figure 17 shows a Function Block Diagram configuration using a 8AND function block. The function
block is used in a startup sequence to enable heaters when 6 input conditions are true.

Figure 17 8AND function block example

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AO Function Block
Description
The AO label stands for a milliamp Analog Output.

This block is part of the I/O Blocks category.

Function
Range High and Range Low are used to specify the Engineering Unit values for 100 % and 0 % of this
block’s input span. For reverse outputs, Range High may be set to a value less than Range Low.
The output range high and range low values (0-20 maximum) set the milliamp output values that
correspond to the 0 % to 100 % span limits of the inputs.

Input
IN = Analog value

Output
OUT = Converted value sent to specified real I/O address.
FAIL = Failed Output indication - Module Error. 8 and 16 channel analog outputs require loop power open
for loop detection.

Block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

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Configuration parameters
AO’s Address starts at Module 4.
Table 23 Analog output configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Block Order N/A Execution Order for Block Read Only. To change
block order, right-click
on a Function Block and
select Execution Order.
Address Rack This is the address of the selected Enter a value
Rack. from 1 to 5.
I/O Module Address of selected I/O module Enter a value:
(must match model selection guide) from 1 to 12
Channel Channel on selected I/O Module Enter a value:
from 1 to 16
Range Range Hi 1 High Range Value Engineering Unit - -99999 to 999999
value of input that corresponds to Default = 100
100 % output value
Range Low 2 Low Range Value Engineering Unit - -99999 to 999999
value of input that corresponds to 0 Default = 0.0
% output value
Output mA at range 3 Value of mA output that corresponds 0 to 20
High to 100 % output signal (for example: Default = 20
20 mA)
mA at Low 4 Value of mA output that corresponds 0 to 20
Range to 0 % output signal (for example: 4 Default = 4
mA)
Output Limits mA at range 5 Value of mA that you want to set the 0 to 21
High Limit High Range Limit Default = 21
mA at Low 6 Value of mA that you want to set the 0 to 21
Range Limit Low Range Limit Default = 0
Failsafe Failsafe 7 Failsafe Value 0 to 21 mA
Value Default = 0
Failsafe 8 Type of Failsafe High - sets the output
Type of the block to High
Output Range limit
when failure is detected
Low - sets the output of
the block to Low Output
Range Limit when
failure is detected
Hold - hold the output
at the last value just
prior to the failure being
detected
Slew Rate Slew Time in 9 Slew Rate is the maximum rate of Enter a value of from
seconds change required to drive the output 0.0 to 99
from full OFF (0% - typically 4 mA) to
full ON (100% - typically 20mA). The
block will convert this to a maximum
change of the milliamp output per
execution cycle of the block.

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Example
Figure 18 shows a Function Block Diagram configuration using an AO function block to retransmit an
analog input value. In example A, the output is from a SPP block to an external controller via the AO
block. In example B, the mA output is 4 mA for an analog input of 2000.

ATTENTION

Reverse scaling is required for duplex control outputs.

Figure 18 AO function block example

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Analog Output Validated

Description
The AO-V label stands for Analog Output Validated . This block is part of the I/O Blocks category.

Function
Provides an analog output from the algorithms and functions to physical analog output hardware. The
analog status is fed back to AI feedback channel for validation. Each AO-V block and feedback AI
requires a module and channel number during configuration.
NOTE: For calibration of AI channel, please follow following steps
1. Create a configuration using AO-V function block and configure the address of feedback input
same as the AI channel which is to be calibrated.
2. Download the configuration to controller.
3. Now follow the steps given "Calibrate AI Channel " section.

Input
X = Input Analog Signal
^RSTRT = Restart Signal – When used, a positive (rising) input pulse releases OUT from its
failsafe value and FAIL pin from its ON state. If ^RSTRT pin is left unconnected, the function
block’s OUT and FAIL pins will not latch the status. This allows for the replacement or repair of
the failed AO module or failure condition and operator controlled release.
DIS = Disable Signal – When used and made ON, disables the AO Channel and also results in
disabling of ^RSTRT functionality. If DIS pin left unconnected or made OFF, results in Normal
Operation i.e. it enables the function block.

Output
OUT = Physical output value of function block
FAIL = Failed Output Indication – AO module has an error. OUT is set to failsafe (0 - for safety
worksheet and option-selectable for process worksheet).
FBFAIL = Feedback Fail – Feedback AI module fail. OUT continues to function without feedback
validation.
VFAIL = Validation Fail – Input does not match output status i.e. the value read does not equal
the value written. The percent deviation allowed from input to output is +/- 3% i.e. if the input to
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based out of output range. If AI module has an error, VFAIL will stay OFF. OUT continues to
function without feedback validation.

Block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box

Configuration parameters
Analog output validated configuration parameters
Properties
Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection
Group

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Rack address of selected DO

Rack From 1 to 5
module

Address of selected DO
I/O Module From 1 to 12
module
Address N/A
From 1 to 32,
Channel number on selected depending on the
Channel
DO module physical module type –
DC or AC or Relay

High Range Value Engineering 99999 to 999999

Unit - value of input that
Range High 1 Default = 100
corresponds to 100 % output
value
Input Range
Low Range Value Engineering 99999 to 999999
Unit - value of input that
Range Low 2 Default = 0.0
corresponds to 0 % output
value

0 to 20
mA at range High Value of mA output that
3 corresponds to 100 % output Default = 20
signal (for example: 20 mA)
Output Range
0 to 21
mA at Range Low Value of mA output that
4 corresponds to 0 % output Default = 21
signal (for example: 4 mA)

0 to 20
mA at High Limit Value of mA that you want to
N/A Default = 20
set the High Range Limit

Output Limits
0 to 21
mA at Low Limit Value of mA that you want to
N/A Default = 21
set the Low Range Limit

0 to 21 mA
USE VALUE sets the output to
Value N/A the programmed value when Default = 0
failure is detected.

High - sets the output

of the block to the High
Failsafe Output Range Value
when failure is
detected
Failsafe Type N/A Type of Failsafe
Low - sets the output
of the block to the Low
Output Range Value
when failure is
detected

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Hold - maintains the

last value of the block
just prior to the failure
being detected

Slew Rate is the maximum rate

of change required to drive the
output from full OFF (0% -
typically 4 mA) to full ON
Slew Rate in
Slew Rate 9 (100% - typically 20mA). The 0.0 to 99
Seconds
block will convert this to a
maximum change of the
milliamp output per execution
cycle of the block.

Rack address of selected

Rack From 1 to 5
feedback AI module

Address N/A Address of the selected

I/O Module From 1 to 12
feedback AI module

Channel number on the

Channel From 1 to 32
selected feedback AI module

62.5 Ω

Input Shunt in 100 Ω

Input Shunt N/A Value of input shunt
Ohms 250 Ω

500 Ω

Example
Figure below shows a function block diagram using a AO-V function block. An analog output signal from PID
block will control the analog output for AO-V block output for monitoring. The feedback fail (FBFAIL) and
validation fail (VFAIL) are also used for monitoring the statuses. The connection to “RSTRT” pin ensures
that the status on OUT and FAIL pins will remain latched, until a positive (rising) edge is detected on
“RSTRT” pin.

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ASYS Analog System Status Function Block

Description
The ASYS label stands for Analog System Status. This block is part of the Alarm/Monitor Blocks
category.

Function
This function block provides read access to controller status values including those related to the Normal
Scan execution cycle. (To access status values associated with the Fast Scan execution cycle see the FSYS
function block.) The outputs may be connected to the function block inputs. The outputs may also be
connected to signal tags for operator interface monitoring. The Analog System Status block is assigned
block number 1.

Versions
The status information available to be monitored for the analog system depends on both the controller type
and the revision of software executing on the controller. As a result, there are different versions of the
ASYS block and when you drag and drop this block onto a configuration worksheet the graphic may look a
little different than the one shown above. The Process Control Designer will automatically select the
correct version of the block based on the controller type and software revision selected for each
configuration file.
The graphic shown above is for the most advanced version of the block and earlier versions may have
fewer outputs, different output types and/or different output ordering. Where applicable, the differences are
described in the table below for each output.

Restrictions
There can be only one instance of the ASYS function block within a configuration.

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Output

Table 24 Analog system status block outputs

Output Description

CYCTIME Control Block Cycle Time in seconds.

CYCMINS Control Block Cycle Time in minutes.

NEWSTART ON for one full cycle of control block execution, following a new start of the system. For example:
starting after a change from program to run.

RESTART ON for one full cycle of control block execution, following power up. [Warm Start]

ALM_ACTIV Alarm Active is ON if any operator panel alarm is ON.

ALM_UNACK Alarm unacknowledged is ON if any operator panel’s alarm is unacknowledged.

HWOK Hardware OK is ON if there are no faults. HWOK is set to off when a Rack Monitor Block’s
RACK OK pin is off.

LOWBTRY Low Battery is ON if the battery is low, Off when battery is good.

HITEMP High CJ Temperature is ON if the CJ temperature is high on any rack.

MSTR_FAIL Communications Failure is ON when Modbus master diagnostic is not good.

BAD_BLOCK Provides an indication of whether or not there are any blocks in the normal scan execution that
are not operating properly. Any function block monitor window which indicates a block status
other than "OK" is considered a Bad Block. For example: forced outputs (analog or digital), math
errors (divide by zero), un-configured I/O blocks (rack/slot/channel) and PID blocks with a PV
over/under the configured range limits.

The level of indication provided depends on the software revision:

Revision 6.0:

This pin is an analog output which provides the block number of the first bad block in the normal
scan configuration. Refer also to the BBLK_CNT output below.

Revision 4.402 and earlier:

This pin is a digital output which provides simple ON/OFF indication of at least one bad block in
the normal scan execution logic. The BBLK_CNT output below does not exist in these versions.

LOCKED Controller locked in current mode by switch position.

TIME OFF Number of seconds that power was turned off. Valid for one cycle of control blocks execution
following power up. Then it is cleared to zero.

RSV AVAIL Available for C75 and C75S redundant CPU controllers only.

ON when the Reserve CPU is available for failover. OFF when the Reserve CPU is unavailable
for failover.

On other controllers this pin may be missing or may be labeled as "N/A" and serves only as a
placeholder, depending on the revision of the software.

BBLK_CNT Available in software revision 6.0 and higher.

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Output Description

The number of bad blocks present in the normal scan execution logic. Refer to the BAD_BLOCK
output above for the definition of a bad block.

DS LIMIT ON when the configured storage warning limit is exceeded. OFF when the storage capacity falls
below the warning limit.

Block Properties
To bring up the ASYS block properties window shown below, either double-click on the function block
graphic or right-click on the function block graphic and select Properties from the context menu.

Configurable Parameters
The ASYS block has one configurable parameter that allows the input line voltage frequency to be set at
either 50 or 60 Hz. The system uses this parameter to determine the integration times for analog to digital
conversions. The correct integration time is needed to prevent aliasing the line frequency when converting
low level signals such as those produced by thermocouples.
Use the radio buttons to select either 50 or 60 Hertz for the Power Noise Rejection property. In the United
States, the line frequency is 60 Hertz. Click on the OK button to accept the new value.

Power Supply Diagnostic

For the C75 and C75S redundant CPU controllers only, when monitoring the ASYS block the “Monitor
- ASYS1” window will contain a Power Supply Diagnostic variable in addition to the above outputs, as
shown below. This variable indicates which rack, if any, has a power supply problem. See Rack
Diagnostics Power Supply Diagnostics for more info.

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BCD Function Block

Description
The BCD label stands for Binary Coded Decimal Translator.

This block is part of the Auxiliary category.

Function
Accept up to 8 digital inputs in sequence and interprets the ON/OFF status of the first 4 inputs as a BCD
value between 0 and 9 and the second 4 digits as a value between 10 and 80.

Input
D1 = Bit 0 of the BCD lower digit
D2 = Bit 1 of the BCD lower digit
D4 = Bit 2 of the BCD lower digit
D8 = Bit 3 of the BCD lower digit
D10 = Bit 0 of the BCD upper digit
D20 = Bit 1 of the BCD upper digit
D40 = Bit 2 of the BCD upper digit
D80 = Bit 3 of the BCD upper digit

Output
OUT = Analog output integer in the range of 0 to 99
OUT = (1* (1 if D1 is ON, else 0))+
(2* (1 if D2 is ON, else 0)) +
(4* (1 if D4 is ON, else 0)) +
(8* (1 if D8 is ON, else 0)) +
(10* (1 if D10 is ON, else 0)) +
(20* (1 if D20 is ON, else 0)) +
(40* (1 if D40 is ON, else 0)) +
(80* (1 if D80 is ON, else 0)))

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Block properties
Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Example
Figure 19 shows a Function Block Diagram configuration using a BCD function block to select a Recipe.

Figure 19 BCD function block example

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BOOL Boolean Logic Function Block

BOOL Boolean Logic Function Block

Description
The BOOL label stands for Free Form Logic.

This block is part of the Logic category.

Function
Read digital inputs A through H and calculates the output based on specified Boolean logic function.
• Offers the following Boolean logic functions:

AND entered as *
OR entered as +
NOT entered as not
XOR entered as ^
( - Left parenthesis
) - Right Parenthesis

Inputs
A = Block Input 1
B = Block Input 2
C = Block Input 3
D = Block Input 4
E = Block Input 5
F = Block Input 6
G = Block Input 7
H = Block Input 8

Output
ERR = error during execution of the equation. Error = ON. No Error = OFF.
OUT = Calculated Output (ON or OFF)
A maximum of 50 tokens per equation is allowed. A token is an operator, a variable, or a pair of
parentheses.

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TIP

• This function block consumes significantly more execution time than gate logic. Extensive
use of this block in the fast logic scan can add significantly more time to the overall system
cycle time.
• Use only the following list of words and characters in an equation:

− AND - logical AND,

− OR - logical OR,

− NOT - unary NOT,

− XOR - exclusive OR, or

− "( )", "[ ]", and "{ }" parentheses - three types.

• A left parenthesis must have a matching right parenthesis.

• The matching parenthesis must be the same type, that is, "( )", "[ ]", or "{ }".
• Parentheses may be nested to any depth.

• Logicals AND, OR, and XOR must have a left and right operand.
• Unary NOT must have one operand to the right, and the operand must be enclosed in
parentheses; for example, NOT(G).
Examples: (A*B)+C,
(A+notB+C)*notD

Block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

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Configuration parameters
Table 25 BOOL function block configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Equations Equation N/A Equation Field Enter the desired

Field equation in this field

Functions Logic N/A NOT Double Click on a

Functions function to select from
the list box

Operators Logic N/A * (AND) Double Click on an

Operations + (OR) operation from the list
^ (XOR) box

Errors Error list N/A List of equation errors

Example

Figure 20 BOOL function block example

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CALEVT Calendar Event Function Block

CALEVT Calendar Event Function Block

Description
The CALEVT label stands for Calendar Event.

This block is part of the Counters/Timers category.

Function
The Calendar Event Block compares user-entered time-and-date setpoints to the real-time clock to generate
digital Event outputs. These Event outputs can be integrated into a control strategy to activate time-
synchronized activities. For example, the Event outputs can be used turn-on or turn-off the lights in an
office building. Each Calendar Event block supports up to eight Event outputs.
In addition, the block allows you to configure up to five sets of time-and-date setpoints, called Setpoint
Groups. These Setpoint Groups can be used to activate different sets of time-and-date setpoints to handle
different conditions. Using the example of an office building, Setpoint Groups can be used to activate a
different set of time-and-date setpoints for each season of the year (Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter).
Each Calendar Event block supports five Setpoint Groups.
The block also allows you to configure up to 16 Special Days. On these Special Days the Calendar Event
Block will override its normal Event processing for a 24-hour period. For example, you can configure
selected Event outputs to remain off on designated holidays.

Input
ENABLE = Enable; off = all event outputs (1-8) are off
^EVT1 = Event number 1 override input
^EVT2 = Event number 2 override input
^EVT3 = Event number 3 override input
^EVT4 = Event number 4 override input
^EVT5 = Event number 5 override input
^EVT6 = Event number 6 override input
^EVT7 = Event number 7 override input
^EVT8 = Event number 8 override input
^EVT1 thru ^EVT8 allows the user to activate the output pins OUT1 thru OUT8 of the function block
based on a condition other than time. The output action would be a one-shot.

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SPGRP = Value of Event Set point that is to be loaded {range 1 to 5} When SPGRP is connected to a
variable, toggling the ^SET input is not required; the setpoint group is loaded automatically.
^SET = Loads the event set point group as indicated by the spgrp input signal.
SPGRP and ^SET input pins allow the user to activate one of five Setpoint Groups at any time. All the 8
events will be activated based on the settings in this Setpoint Group.

Output
OUT1 = Calendar timer event 1 output
OUT2 = Calendar timer event 2 output
OUT3 = Calendar timer event 3 output
OUT4 = Calendar timer event 4 output
OUT5 = Calendar timer event 5 output
OUT6 = Calendar timer event 6 output
OUT7 = Calendar timer event 7 output
OUT8 = Calendar timer event 8 output
Note: If the Event occurs when the Controller is OFF or not in RUN MODE, the event output will not turn
ON until the event occurs again and the Controller is in RUN MODE
SPGRP = Value of Event Set point that was loaded {range 1 to 5} at the SPGRP input pin.
BAD_CLK = Bad clock; on when error in system time.

Configuration Parameters
The CALEVT properties dialog box is divided into 7 tab cards:
EVENT DETAILS
SPECIAL DAYS
EVENT SETPOINT 1
EVENT SETPOINT 2
EVENT SETPOINT 3
EVENT SETPOINT 4
EVENT SETPOINT 5

Click on the tab to access the properties for that tab.

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EVENT DETAILS tab

Table 26 Calendar Event Details tab configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Block Order N/A Execution Order Read Only. To change block
order, right-click on a Function
Block and select Execution
Order.
Tag Name 16 character tag name
Descriptor Block Descriptor
Event Names Event 1 N/A Event Name 16 Characters Max.
thru
Event 8
Feedback Signals Feedback N/A Feedback Signal tags for
Signal Tags Event 1 thru Event 8
Press
Select a signal tag from the list
in the “Signal Tag “dialog Box.

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SPECIAL DAYS tab

The Calendar Event Block can be configured to override its normal Event processing when any of the 16
Special Days occurs. This override will remain in effect for the 24-hour period associated with the Special
Day. This feature can be used to force selected Event outputs to remain off on designated holidays, for
example.

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Table 27 Calendar Event Special Days tab configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Mode Disable N/A Disables the output from Click Radio Button to select.
Outputs for midnight to midnight and
the whole allows “Special Days” to be
day configured
Use N/A Allows alternate Daily Click Radio Button to select.
Alternate setpoint (hour/minute)for
Event Time designated outputs (1-8)
Selected Outputs Event Name N/A Name of event entered on Click Box to select
the “Event Details” tab.
Time N/A Special Day - Alternate Active only if “Use Alternate
Hour of event Event Times” radio button is
selected.
Use Up/Down buttons to select
hour
Range 0 - 23
N/A Special Day - Alternate Active only if “Use Alternate
Minute of event Event Times” radio button is
selected.
Use Up/Down buttons to select
minute
Range 0 - 59
Special Days Name N/A Up to 16 special days are Enter Name of the special Day
available per block with a
common set of unique 16 Characters Max.
conditions for these days.
(same conditions for all
special days) User
selections for special days
shall include:

Disable outputs for the

whole day

Use alternate Daily setpoint

for outputs (1-8)
Month N/A Special Day - Month of the Select Month from drop-down
year; enumeration menu
Day N/A Special Day - Day of the Select Day from drop-down
Month; range is 1 to 31. menu

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Table 28 Calendar Event Setpoint tab configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Setpoint Name N/A Event Setpoint Name 16 Characters

Type Type of N/A Type of event can be DISABLE – Selected Event is

Event configured for different Disabled
periods, where the event
repeats at every occurrence 5 day week – The configured
event will occur at the same
time Monday through Friday

7 day week – The configured

event will occur at the same
time Sunday through Saturday

Day of week – The configured

event will occur once a week at
the configured time

Monthly – The configured event

will occur once every month at
configured date and time

Yearly – The configured event

will occur at the specific date
and time
Month Month N/A User is only prompted for Months of the year
“Month” when the
event_type is set to “Yearly”
Day Day N/A User is only prompted for Day of the Month or Week
“Day” when the event_type
is set to “Yearly” or When Event Type = YEARLY,
“Day_of_week” or “Monthly” or MONTHLY, range is 1 to 31
(based on max # of days for
calendar month)
When Event Type = Monthly, 31
means last day of month even
for months with less than 31
days
When Event Type =
Day_of_Week, range is Sunday
to Saturday.
Hour Hour N/A Use up/down arrows to Hour of event; range 0 to 23
select hour of event
Minute Minute N/A Use up/down arrows to Minute of event; range 0 to 59
select minute of event

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Example
The purpose of the example is to control the timing of lights in Building #1 for two different season
sets. If you work after hours in this building, know that if the lights go out you can turn them back
on. They will then stay on for a few hours and then turn off again.

Figure 21 CALEVT function block example

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CARB Carbon Potential Function Block

CARB Carbon Potential Function Block

Description
The CARB label stands for Carbon Potential...

This block is part of the Loops category

Function
A combined Carbon Probe and Temperature Probe and PID algorithm determine Carbon Potential of
furnace atmospheres based on a Zirconia probe input.

Input
Probe = Sensor Input from AI block (0-2000 mV)
TEMP = Temperature Input (°F or °C) from AI block
%CO = Percent Carbon Monoxide 1 % to 100 %
RSP = Remote Setpoint Analog Input value in Engineering Units or Percentage (0-1.5)
FFV = Feedforward value in percentage (0 % to 100 %) The Feedforward value is multiplied by the
Feedforward Gain, then directly summed into the output of the PID block.
TRV = Output Track value in Percentage. Output = TRV when TRC is on. (If control output OUT is
connected back to the Track Value Input [TRV], then the Track Command Input [TRC] will function as an
output hold. This may be used where input probes are undergoing burnoff.)
TRC = Output Track Command [ON, OFF] On – Enables TRV (Mode = Local Override)
BIAS = Remote Bias value for Ratio PID
SWI = Switch Inputs (from LPSW function block)
0 = No Change
1 = Initiate Autotuning
2 = Change Control Action (reverse to direct acting or direct to reverse acting)
4 = Force Bumpless Transfer
8 = Switch to Tune Set 1
16 = Switch to Tune Set 2

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MDRQI = External Mode request (typically connected to the MDRQO output of a MDSW function block
that encodes discrete switch inputs).
0 = No Change
1 = Manual Mode Request
2 = Auto Mode Request
4 = Local Setpoint Request
8 = Remote Setpoint Request
BCI = Back Calculation Input Value—See ATTENTION 1.

Output
PV = Calculated Process Variable (% Carbon) for monitoring
DEWPT = Calculated Dewpoint
WSP = Working Setpoint in Engineering Units for monitoring (setpoint in use)
AL1 = Alarm 1 - Digital Signal
AL2 = Alarm 2 - Digital Signal
DIRECT = ON = Direct; OFF = Reverse
ATI = Autotune Indicator (ON = Autotune in Progress)
MODE = Loop mode status (typically connected to the Mode Flags block for encoding). Value indicates
mode as follows:
0.0 RSP AUTO
1.0 RSP MAN
2.0 RSP Initialization Manual (See ATTENTION 1)
3.0 RSP Local Override (See ATTENTION 1)
4.0 LSP AUTO
5.0 LSP MAN
6.0 LSP Initialization Manual (See ATTENTION 1)
7.0 LSP Local Override (See ATTENTION 1)
BCO - Back Calculation Output (for blocks used as Cascade Secondary)—See ATTENTION 2.

ATTENTION

1. When a request to change from Auto to manual is received and:

− the request comes from the operator Interface, the request is ignored.

− the request comes from the Mode Switch (MDSW) function block, the request is retained
and when leaving the Initialization Mode or Local Override Mode the loop will go to
manual.

2. BCO output is provided for applications where the block is used as a cascade secondary.
BCI input is provided for applications where the block is used as a cascade primary. When
the BCO output of a secondary loop is connected to the BCI input of a primary loop,
bumpless transfer is achieved when the secondary is switched into remote setpoint (i.e.,
cascade) mode. In addition, the primary loop is prevented from reset windup when the
secondary is decoupled from the process. The secondary is decoupled from the process
when it is in local setpoint mode or manual output mode, has reached a setpoint or output
limit, or is integral limiting because its BCI input. For example, see Figure 73.

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Configuration parameters
The CARB properties dialog box is divided into 8 tab cards
GENERAL
START/RESTART
RSP
RANGE/LIMIT
TUNING
ACCUTUNE III
ALARMS
CARBON POTENTIAL
Click on the tab to access the properties for that tab.

GENERAL tab

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Table 29 CARB General tab configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Block Order N/A Execution Order Read Only. To change block
order, right-click on a Function
Block and select Execution
Order.
Tag Name 16 character tag name
Descriptor Block Descriptor
Control Algorithm N/A Control Algorithm PID A - is normally used for 3
mode control. The output can be
Note: In PID B, step adjusted somewhere between
changes in setpoint will 100 % and 0 %. It applies all
not bump the output; the three control actions -
output will slew smoothly
Proportional (P), Integral (I), and
to the new value. Derivative (D) - to the error
In PID A, a step change in signal.
setpoint will result in a PID B - Unlike the PID-A
step change in output.
equation, the controller gives
only an integral response to a
setpoint change, with no effect
on the output due to the Gain or
Rate action, and gives full
response to PV changes.
DUPA - like PIDA but provides
an automatic method to switch
tuning constant sets for
Heat/Cool applications.
DUPB - like PIDB but provides
an automatic method to switch
tuning constant sets for
Heat/Cool applications.
NOTE: With PID B or DUPB
selection, you will not be
allowed to set RESET or RPM
to 0.00 (OFF). Reset must be
enabled.
Direction N/A Control Action DIRECT - PID action causes
output to increase as process
variable increases.
REVERSE - PID action causes
output to decrease as process
variable increases.
SP Tracking N/A Setpoint Tracking NONE
TRACK PV When control mode
is “manual”, local setpoint tracks
process variable.
TRACK RSP When setpoint is
“remote setpoint”, local setpoint
tracks remote setpoint.

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Table 30 CARB Start/Restart tab configuration parameter

Modes and Permitted MAN 8 Mode permitted for the Manual

Setpoints Mode initial start and power up Automatic
AUTO 9 mode.
May select both, must select one.
Permitted LSP 10 Setpoint permitted for Local Setpoint
Setpoint the initial start and Remote Setpoint
RSP 11 power up mode.
May select both, must select one.
Initial Mode N/A Mode at NEWSTART Manual
Automatic
Newstart is the first
scan cycle following the Select one
cold start of the
controller

Setpoint for N/A Setpoint at NEWSTART Local Setpoint

Initial Mode Remote Setpoint
Newstart is the first
scan cycle following the Select one
cold start of the
controller

Power up N/A Mode at power up Manual

Mode Retain Last Mode
Same mode (auto or manual)
Select one
Power up N/A Setpoint at power up Local Setpoint
Setpoint Retain Last LSP/RSP
Same Setpoint (LSP or RSP)
Select one
Power Up Power Up N/A Output at Power up LAST OUT - Same as at power down.
Out Out FAILSAFE - Failsafe output value.
Failsafe Out 16 Failsafe Output Value –5 % to 105 %

Initial Use initial 49 Use Initial Local Click on radio button to select
Setpoint LSP Setpoint
Value

Initial LSP 50 Initial Local Setpoint Enter Initial Local Setpoint Value
Value Value

High Output Use Limit 51 High Limit Override Click radio button to select.
Limit Select Control -
Limit Value See NOTE 1

Delay Time 52 Delay Time for High Enter time in minutes to use TRV as the
Limit Output Select output high limit. See NOTE 1.

Ramp Rate 53 Ramp Rate for High Enter Rate in % per minute to ramp
Limit Output Select the default output high limit after
delay time expires.

Note 1. When ON, the HiLimOvr parameter causes the meaning of TRC and TRV to be redefined for process
startup rate control. In this case, TRC set ON causes the algorithm to calculate a value to override the default output
high limit.

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The initial value of the limit override comes from TRV. This value is held until the configured delay time expires.
A delay time of zero means delay indefinitely. In this case, the output high limit will track the value on TRV until
such time that TRC returns to OFF.
When the delay time expires, the output limit will ramp to the default configured value and the configured ramp rate.
When the ramped output limit equals or exceeds the default configured value, the output limit override status is set
OFF and the default value is used. A ramp rate of zero will cause immediate termination of the high output limit
override.

A transition of the TRC input to OFF at any time will terminate the output limit override function and restore the
limit to the default configured value. The TRC input must transition to OFF before the output limit override
function can be started again.

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RSP tab

Table 31 CARB RSP tab configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Remote Setpoint Use RSP N/A Use Remote Setpoint in Click on radio button to select.
Source and Units Input (EU) Engineering Units

Use RSP N/A Use Remote Setpoint in Click on radio button to select.
Input (%) Percent

Use LSP2 N/A Use Local Setpoint #2 in Click on radio button to select.
(EU) Engineering Units

Ratio/Bias No Ratio or N/A No ratio and bias applied to Click on radio button to select.
Bias the function block
(RSP Input Only)
Use Local Use Bias value selected on Click on radio button to select
Bias Tab Enter value at “Local Bias
Value” on tab.

Use Bias Use Bias value attached to Click on radio button to select.
Input an input to the block

Local Bias 46 Local bias value in Enter local bias value.

Value (EU) engineering units

Ratio 45 Gain value for Ratio PID –20 to +20

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Table 32 CARB Range/limit tab configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Ranging PV High 4 PV High Range Value –99999 to 99999

range

PV Low 5 PV Low Range Value –99999 to 99999

Range

Display Decimal N/A Number of digits to display 0 to 5

Places after decimal point.

Units N/A Text to display for EU 6 characters

DEV Bar N/A Deviation Bar Range on –99999 to 99999

Range (EU) Operator Interface

Limiting SP High 17 Setpoint High Limit Value - 0 to 2.0

Limit prevents the local and remote Used for anti-soot
setpoints from going above
the value set here.

SP Low 18 Setpoint Low Limit Value - 0 to 2.0

limit prevents the local and remote
setpoints from going below
the value set here.

Out High 20 Output High Limit Value - is –5 % to 105 %

Limit the highest value of output
beyond which you do not
want the automatic output to
exceed

Out Low 21 Output Low Limit Value - is –5 % to 105 %

Limit the lowest value of output
beyond which you do not
want the automatic output to
exceed

SP Rate 41 Setpoint Rate Down value - 0 (off) to 9999 (eu/min)

Down when making a setpoint
change, this is the rate at
which setpoint will change
from the original setpoint
down to the new one.

SP Rate Up 42 Setpoint Rate Up value - 0 (off) to 9999 (eu/min)

when making a setpoint
change, this is the rate at
which setpoint will change
from the original setpoint up
to the new one.

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TUNING tab

Table 33 CARB Tuning tab configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Tuning Constants Prop Band 0 Proportional Band (PB) - is 0.1 to 1000

PB1 or the percentage of the range of
Gain 1 the measured variable for 0.1% to 1000 %
which a proportional controller
will produce a 100 % change in
or its output.
Gain 36 Gain - is the ratio of output
PB2 or change (%) over the measured
gain 2 variable change (%) that
caused it.

100 %
G=
PB %

where PB is the proportional

Band (in %)

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Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Reset 2 RESET (Integral Time) - 0.02 to 50.00

Minutes Reset 1 adjusts the controller’s output
or according to both the size of
Repeats/ 38 the deviation (SP-PV) and the Must be enabled for
Minute Reset 2 time it lasts. The amount of PID-B or DUP-B algorithm
corrective action depends on selections.
the value of Gain.

The reset adjustment is

measured as how many times
proportional action is repeated
per minute (Repeats/minute)
or how many minutes before
one repeat of the proportional
action occurs
(Minutes/repeat).

Rate 1 RATE action, in minutes 0 or 0.1 to 10.00 minutes

Minutes Rate 1 affects the controller’s output 0 = OFF
whenever the deviation is
37 changing; and affects it more
Rate 2 when the deviation is changing
faster.

Feedforward Gain Feed- 43 Applies Gain to the 0.0 to 10.0

Forward Feedforward value (FFV).
Gain Feedforward Input is multiplied
by this value.

Manual Reset Manual 32 MANUAL RESET- is only –100 to 100

Reset applicable if you do not use (in % of Output)
RESET (Integral Time).

ATTENTION

DUPA and DUPB algorithm types automatically select tuning set #2 for outputs between
50 % and –5 %. Tuning set #2 must be entered for DUPA and DUPB.

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ACCUTUNEIII tab

Table 34 CARB Accutune III tab configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Accutune III Type Disabled N/A Disables Accutune III Click on radio button to
select.
Cycle Tuning Tuning parameter values are Click on radio button to
derived from the process response select.
to the resultant action of causing
the PV to oscillate about the SP
value. See note 1.
SP Tuning Tuning based on the process Click on radio button to
response to a SP change. select.
See note 2
SP Tuning UP N/A The selection of either UP or Click on radio button to
Direction DOWN results in the SP Change select.
Down value added or subtracted from the
(For SP Tuning present SP value.
selection)
SP Process Process Gain 16 Gain identification value for the Range is 0.10 to 10.0
process. This value is used to Normal value is 1.
(For SP Tuning
estimate the size of the initial output
selection)
step for a SP Tune.
SPTune 57 This defines the value of the initial Range is: 5 to 15
Change output step change that is used as percent.
the target for process identification.

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PV Adaptive Disable N/A Disables PV Adaptive tune Click on radio button to

Tuning select.
Enable N/A This method adapts a tuned Click on radio button to
process to changing system select.
characteristics over time. When the
PV deviates from the SP by a
certain amount for any reason.
See note 3
Tuning Criteria Normal N/A Very conservative tuning designed Click on radio button to
to calculate critically damped tuning select.
parameter values that produce
minimal overshoot.
Fast N/A More aggressive tuning than
Norma. Designed to calculate
under damped parameter values
providing faster control to the
setpoint but may have some
overshot.
Duplex Tuning Disable N/A Disable -Duplex type tuning is Click on radio button to
disabled and simplex type tuning is select.
(Active for used instead.
Algorithm DUPA
or DUPB on Manual Manual - Tuning must be initiated
General Tab with manually for each side. The
Cycle Tuning) current LSP or RSP value is used
as the target SP for the desired
heat or cool side tuning. For the
heat side, the output cycles
between 50 percent and the high
output limit and for the cool side the
output cycles between 50 percent
and the low output limit. Tuning
values are calculated and stored
only for the side tuned.

Automatic Heat and Cool tuning are

sequentially performed
automatically. During the operation
of this tuning the target SP used is
the mid point between the high
output limit and 50 percent for the
heat side and the low output limit
and 50 percent for the cool side.
During tuning for each side the
cycling of the output results in the
PV oscillating around the target SP
value. From the data gathered
during the oscillations, tuning
values are calculated and stored for
each side. After tuning on both
sides is completed, the process SP
is returned to the value of the last
SP used prior to the initiation of the
tuning procedure.

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34 Fuzzy Overshoot Suppression minimizes overshoot after a

Enable Fuzzy Overshoot setpoint change or a process disturbance.
Suppression
The fuzzy logic observes the speed and direction of the PV
signal as it approaches the setpoint and temporarily modifies
Click on block to select the internal controller response action as necessary to avoid
an overshoot.
There is no change to the PID algorithm, and the fuzzy logic
does not alter the PID tuning parameters.
This feature can be independently Enabled or Disabled as
required by the application to work with “TUNE” On-Demand
tuning.

ATTENTION

Accutune III is an On-demand tune only. You must provide a 0 to 1 transition to start another
tuning cycle. The tuning will disturb the output to evaluate the tuning constants required.

TUNING NOTE: For this block, during tuning using either Cycle or SP tuning, a constant
temperature value should be provided via the temperature input.

Note 1: CYCLE TUNING - This tuning method uses the measured ultimate gain and period to produce
tuning parameter values. Cycle tuning does not distinguish between process lags and always results in gain
based on PV amplitude and calculates values of Reset and Rate based on time of the SP crossings (The
Reset value is always 4x the Rate value.) This method does not require a stable process initially and the
process may be moving. Cycle tuning is applicable to Three Position Step control and can be used for
integrating processes (level control).
Note 2: SP TUNING - When initiated the control loop is put into an initial temporary manual state until
the process characteristics are identified. This period may last up to a minute. During this time the Tune
status shows Not Ready, and then an initial output step is made using the preconfigured size and direction
parameters along with the preset output value. The resultant process action is used to determine the tuning
parameters and once the process identification has completed, the loop is returned to automatic control.
Note 3: PV ADAPTIVE TUNING - This method adapts a tuned process to changing system
characteristics over time. When the PV deviates from the SP by a certain amount for any reason, the
adaptive tuning algorithm becomes active and begins to observe the resulting PV action. If the process
becomes unstable and oscillates, PV Adaptive Tuning eventually brings the process into control by retuning
parameter values (as needed) using a systematic approach defined by an expert based method of tuning
rules. Should the process not oscillate but be observed as too fast or sluggish, a different expert rules set is
applied to result in the slowing down or speeding up of the process by adjusting certain tuning parameter
values. This method continuously learns the process as PV deviations are observed and adapts the tuning
parameters to the process response.

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ALARMS tab

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Table 35 CARB Alarms tab configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Alarm 1 Setpoint 1 23 Alarm 1 Setpoint 1 Value - this –99999 to 99999 in

is the value at which you want Engineering Units
the alarm type chosen below to
activate

Type N/A Alarm 1 Setpoint 1 Type - Selections:

select what you want Alarm 1 NO ALARM
Setpoint 1 to represent. PV_HIGH
PV_LOW
DEV_HIGH
DEV_LOW
SP_HIGH
SP_LOW
OUT_HIGH
OUT_LOW

Setpoint 2 24 Alarm 1 Setpoint 2 Value Same as Alarm 1

Setpoint 1

Type N/A Alarm 1 Setpoint 2 Type Same as Alarm 1

Setpoint 1

Alarm 2 Setpoint 1 25 Alarm 2 Setpoint 1 Value Same as Alarm 1

Setpoint 1

Type N/A Alarm 2 Setpoint 1 Type Same as Alarm 1

Setpoint 1

Setpoint 2 26 Alarm 2 Setpoint 2 Value Same as Alarm 1

Setpoint 1

Type N/A Alarm 2 Setpoint 2 Type Same as Alarm 1

Setpoint 1

Alarm Hysteresis Hysteresis 31 Alarm Hysteresis in % 0 % to 5 %

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Table 36 Carbon Potential tab configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Rev. 4.0
and
higher/
Rev. 3.x
and lower

Furnace Furnace 68/57 Allows you to adjust the % –0.5 %C to +0.5 %C

Properties Factor Carbon as measured by the
controller to agree with the
results of actual shim stock
tests. This adjustment may be
needed to correct for specific
furnace characteristics such as
atmosphere differences, probe
location, and furnace leaks.

69/58 Activates anti-sooting feature Click on block to select

Use Anti
that limits the working setpoint
soot SP HLIM is used for anti-
of the carbon control loop to a
constant soot.
value that prevents sooting in
the furnace.

Low 71/60 Holds controller output to 0 % 0 to 2500 degrees F

Temperature until limit is exceeded. (1400° recommended)
Limit Unit should match C/F
selection

70/59 Probe temperature units for Click on radio button to

Temperature
display. select
Units
Fahrenheit or Centigrade

Percent 73/62 Percent Hydrogen 1 to 100

Hydrogen
default = 40

CO Properties %CO 66/55 Allows you to adjust % Carbon 2.0 to 35.0

measurement to compensate
for variations in the amount of default = 20
CO in the carrier gas.

Use Actual % 67/56 Function block will use the Click on block to select
CO actual % Carbon Monoxide that
is defined through an analog
input.

O2 Probe Carbon N/A Select from Drop Down List of • Advanced Atmosphere
Manufacturer Probe Manufacturers. Control Corp.
Vendor
• Furnace Control Corp.

• Marathon Monitors

• Super Systems Inc.

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Example
Figure 22 shows Function Block Diagrams using a CARB function block.

Carbon Potential Probe Burn-off

Application:
To clean a carbon probe periodically
by blowing air across it for a specific
time.
In this configuration, a periodic timer
generates a pulse a designated time
interval which suspends automatic
control and energizes a relay output
to cause air flow for a probe burn off
cycle. Timers determine the probe
burn-off period and allow time for
the probe recovery before returning
the loop to automatic control.

Configuration Notes:
Timing Diagram
Select probe Mfg.. type
O2 probe input: 0 to 2 V. PTMR Output
(0 to 2000 range)
Select T/C type J or K etc.. MDSW Output Auto Manual Auto

Burnoff Time Off delay #1

Time Delay to AUTO Off delay #2

Figure 22 CARB function block examples

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CAVG Continuous Average Function Block

CAVG Continuous Average Function Block

Description
The CAVG label stands for Continuous Average.

This block is part of the Calculations category.

Function
Provides the average value of a single analog parameter for a user specified time period, plus the running
(instantaneous) average within the time period. A running average value is updated at the end of each
sample period. Time periods to 1440.0 minutes are supported. At the end of the time period, the running
average value is transferred to I/O process output value. A hold input allows excluding samples from the
average when active.
Cold Start – On the first cycle after a cold start, the instantaneous average output is initialized to current
input value, the sample counter begins to increment, and the period timer begins to decrement (assuming
that Reset is OFF). The previous average output is set to zero.
Warm Start – On a warm start, the calculations continue where they left off. There is no attempt to
compensate for the time the power was off or to resynchronize with the time of day.

Input
INPUT = Analog Input
RESET = Controls the sample calculations.
If OFF, the input samples are accumulated, the sample counter is incremented, the time remaining
decrements and the average value is calculated and written to the outputs.
If ON, the outputs are held at their last values, the internal accumulators and sample counters are
cleared, and the time remaining is re-initialized to the full average period.
If ON to OFF transition, the average output is set to the input value, and the period timer begins to
decrement.
The RESET pin does not affect the previous average output value.
HOLD = If OFF, calculations run as normal. If ON, input samples are not accumulated and included in the
average calculation, the time remaining continues to decrement. The output values are held at their last
state prior to the OFF to ON transition.
If the averaging period elapses while HOLD is ON, the instantaneous average will maintain the last
calculated average value, the previous average is updated to this value, the internal accumulators and
sample counters are cleared, and the time remaining is re-initialized to the full averaging period.

Output
I AVG = Instantaneous calculation of the current average.
P AVG = previous calculated average value.

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Block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Configuration parameters
Table 37 Continuous average configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Set Avg. Period Averaging 0 Time period in which the Continuous 0.1 to 1440.0 in
Period Average will be calculated. minutes
When the averaging period elapses,
the last valid value will be set equal to
the instantaneous value.
The internal accumulators and sample
counters will be cleared and the time
remaining will be re-initialize to the full
average period.

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Example
Figure 23 shows a Function Block Diagram using a CAVG function block.

Figure 23 CAVG function block example

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CMPR Comparison Calculation Function Block

CMPR Comparison Calculation Function Block

Description
The CMPR label stands for Comparison Calculation.

This block is part of the Calculations category.

Function
Compares value of X input to value of Y input and turns ON one of three outputs based on this comparison.
• If X input is greater than Y input, then: XGY = ON.
• If X input equals Y input, then: XEY = ON.
• If X input is less than Y input, then: XLY = ON.

Input
X = First analog value.
Y = Second analog value

Output
XGY = Digital signal state based on calculation.
XEY = Digital signal state based on calculation.
XLY = Digital signal state based on calculation.

Block properties
Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Example
Figure 24 shows a Function Block Diagram using a CMPR function block to open a vent if input 1 is
higher than input 2.

Figure 24 CMPR function block example

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DC Device Control Function Block

DC Device Control Function Block

Description
The DC label stands for Device Control.

This block is part of the Auxiliary category.

Function
The Device Control function block is normally used to control pumps. Based on certain events listed in
Table 38 the device will be placed into one of six states: READY, PRESTART, STARTING, RUNNING,
STOPPING, DISABLED, or FAILED. The READY (off state) is the initial state of the function block.
Each configuration is limited to a maximum of 16 Device Control function blocks.
Forcing of outputs is NOT permitted within this block.

Inputs
REQ = (run request) when ON [Logic 1], puts the device in the Starting / Running state. When OFF, puts
the device in Stopping / Ready state.
FDBK = feedback from the controlled device; ON = device has started, OFF = device has not started.
ERR = (in) – ON when the controlled device reports a failure, causes the device control to transition to the
FAILED state.
OFF = No device failure.
^RST = an OFF to ON transition will manually reset the control when it is in the FAILED state and return
to the READY state.
DIS = (disable) When OFF, the device control operates normally. When ON, immediately transitions to
the DISABLED state, it prevents the device from starting if in the ready state or immediately shuts-down
the device if it is currently starting up or running state.

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Outputs
OUT = Primary block output – the output is ON in the RUNNING and STOPPING states, else OFF.
RDY = (ready) ON when the control is in the Ready State (the controlled device is off and waiting for a
request to run), otherwise OFF.
PRES = (prestart) ON while in the prestart state (a request to run the device has been received and the start
delay timer is >0, otherwise OFF.
STRT = (starting) ON while in the start state (start timer has expired and there is a request to start the
device. The device feedback timer is started. The device is being monitored for failures),
RUN= (running) ON while in the Running state (the controlled device has completed start up (Device
Feedback) and is now running; occurs after the start delay timer expires; device is being monitored for
failures and feedback that it started) otherwise OFF.
STOP = (stopping) ON while in the Stopping state (the controlled device is requested to turn off; stop
delay timer is running; device is being monitored for failures, interlocking and returning to the run state),
otherwise OFF.
FAIL = (failed) ON when the control is in the Failed state (the controlled device reported a failure or did
not start up in time; device is being monitored for a manual or automatic reset), otherwise OFF.
DIS = (disabled) ON while in the Disabled state (the controlled device is locked-out; it cannot start running
until the disable input signal turns OFF), otherwise OFF.
STI = An enumeration representing the different states of the control.
Where: 0 = NOT USED, 1 = READY, 2 = PRESTART, 3 = STARTING, 4 = RUNNING,
5 = STOPPING, 6 = DISABLE, 7 = FAIL.

Conditions for transition from FAIL to READY state

One of the following conditions must occur to transition from the FAIL state to the READY state:
a) If a Feedback error is the initial reason for the failure, then a manual reset is the only method for
returning to the Ready state.
b) If Automatic-Reset is selected, then you return to the Ready state when Device Failure input
turns OFF.
c) If Automatic-Reset is not selected, then you return to the Ready state when Device Failure input
is OFF and the Reset input transitions OFF to ON.

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Monitored events and device states

Table 38 shows which events are monitored in each state.
Table 38 Monitored events and device states

MONITORED DEVICE STATES

EVENTS
READY PRE- STARTING RUNNING DISABLED STOPPING FAILED
(Note 1) START (Notes 1,2)

Run Request turns ON X X

Run Request turns OFF X X X

Disable (ON) X X X X X

Disable (OFF) X

Feedback from Device X X

Device (ERR) Fail ON X X X X

Device (ERR) Fail OFF X

Note 3

Reset (Rising Edge) X

Start Delay Timer X

Expires (edge)

Feedback Timer X X
Expires (edge)

Stop Delay Timer X

Expires (edge)

Notes:
1. If a device fails while in the state of READY or DISABLE, the device failure is not recognized until the
control goes into the PRESTART state.
2. There are restrictions when the control goes into the Disable state from the Running State. The device is
immediately turned OFF without a Stop Delay. When the disable turns OFF, the control changes to the
Ready state.
3. ERR Off (device fail) is monitored in Failed state, only if:
a) Failed input caused the failure, and
b) Auto Reset is enabled.

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Block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Configuration parameters
Table 39 Device control function block parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Display Tag Name N/A 16-character tag name

Descriptor N/A Block description 16 characters maximum

Settings On Delay 1 Starting Time – time delay Range: 0 – 99999

Time (sec) between RUN request and seconds (default 0)
Output ON.

This parameter is configurable

from the Operator Interface.

Off Delay 2 Stopping Time – time delay Range: 0 – 99999

Time (sec) before the Output turns OFF after seconds (default 0)
and OFF request.

This parameter is configurable

from the Operator Interface.

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Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Feedback 3 Feedback-Fail-Delay: if during Range: 0 – 99999

Delay Time this time-period there is no seconds (default 0)
(sec) feedback from a device
confirming the control is in the
Running state, then the block
enters the FAIL state and Out is
turned OFF.

If a device sends feedback during

this time-period, then this timer is
reset.

This parameter is configurable

from the Operator Interface.

Automatic 0 if set to AUTO, then the block will ON = Automatic Reset

Reset reset itself after the failure (Fail (box selected)
input) turns off.
(Click on Box If set to MANUAL, a Reset OFF = Manual Reset
to turn ON) (signal input or from the Operator (box deselected)
Interface station) is required to
remove the failure condition.
This parameter is determined
when the block is configured.

Example
Figure 25 shows a Function Block Diagram using a Device Control function block to control a pump to fill
a tank.

Figure 25 DC function block example

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DCMP Deviation Compare Function Block

DCMP Deviation Compare Function Block

Description
The DCMP label stands for Deviation Compare.

.
This block is part of the Calculations category

Function
Compares up to 6 analog inputs to a + or – user-entered deviation setpoint to a 7th input reference value and
sets the output true if any input exceeds the deviation value from the reference value. Output is off if all
inputs are less than the deviation.
Plus Dev Compare Value = Reference input + User entered Plus Deviation value
Minus Dev Compare Value = Reference input - User entered Minus Deviation value (Minus Deviation
value should be a positive number)
If any IN (1-6)> the Plus Dev Compare value, Out = ON
If any IN (1-6) < the Minus Dev Compare value, Out = ON

ATTENTION

When the reference input is the average of the 6 inputs, the block performs deviation from
average.

Input
IN1 = Input 1
IN2 = Input 2
IN3 = Input 3
IN4 = Input 4
IN5 = Input 5
IN6 = Input 6
Y =Reference Input

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ATTENTION

All inputs should be used or a single value should be connected to multiple inputs. Unused
inputs will default to 0.

Output
OUT = Hi (1) when any input exceeds the specified deviation from the reference value.

Block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Configuration parameters
Table 40 DCMP configuration parameters

Properties Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Group

Set Plus 0 Plus value deviation from Within the range of the inputs
Properties Deviation reference point

Minus 1 Minus value deviation Within the range of the inputs

Deviation from reference point

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Example
Figure 26 shows a Function Block Diagram using a DCMP function block to hold a setpoint program if any
of 6 work thermocouples deviate from the setpoint by more than the ± Deviation Limits.

Figure 26 DCMP function block example

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DDEC Digital Decoder Function Block

DDEC Digital Decoder Function Block

Description
The DDEC label stands for Digital Decoder.

This block is part of the Auxiliary category.

Function
The Digital Decoder function converts an analog value from the Value Input to the binary equivalent value
on the 16 digital outputs 1 through 16. The Value Input accepts whole numbers between 0 and 65535.
Fractional values are ignored. The output value OCNT (bottom of block) indicates the total number of
digital outputs that are ON as an analog value.
For example, a value of 285 would be represented by binary 0000000100011101, where OUT 1 is LSB and
OUT 16 is MSB. OCNT = 5 (OUT 1, 3, 4, 5, 9 are ON).
All 16 outputs and the OCNT signal pin are monitored.
Forcing of the outputs is not permitted.

Inputs
VALUE = Whole number analog input value between 0 and 65535.

Outputs
Sixteen digital outputs, OUT 1 through OUT 16, with OUT 1 = LSB and OUT 16 = MSB.
OCNT = Analog value representing the number of digital outputs (OUT 1 through OUT 16) that are set to
ON.

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Example
Figure 28 shows a Function Block Diagram using a DDEC function block.

Figure 27 DDEC function block example

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DENC Digital Encoder Function Block

Description
The DENC label stands for Digital Encoder.

This block is part of the Auxiliary category.

Function
This block’s main function is to totalize the number of ON states from up to 16 digital signals. The block
digitally encodes up to 16 digital inputs to a single floating point output value.
Forcing of the output is not permitted.

Inputs
Sixteen digital inputs: Example: ON causes the input to be included in the total output. Unconnected pins
default to OFF.

IN 1 = Digital Input 1 IN 9 = Digital Input 9

IN 2 = Digital Input 2 IN 10 = Digital Input 10
IN 3 = Digital Input 3 IN 11 = Digital Input 11
IN 4 = Digital Input 4 IN 12 = Digital Input 12
IN 5 = Digital Input 5 IN 13 = Digital Input 13
IN 6 = Digital Input 6 IN 14 = Digital Input 14
IN 7 = Digital Input 7 IN 15 = Digital Input 15
IN 8 = Digital Input 8 IN 16 = Digital Input 16

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Outputs
ICNT = Sum of the Inputs set to ON.
DENC = Bit encoded value representing the state of the Input pins (IN1 - IN16); where IN1 is the LSB and
IN16 is the MSB.
NOTE: This pin is typically connected to an Alternator block's "DRDYS" input pin.

Block properties
Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Example
Figure 28 shows a Function Block Diagram using a DENC function block using multiple digital status to
select an appropriate setpoint for a flow loop.

Figure 28 DENC function block example

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DEWP Function Block

DEWP Function Block

Description
The DEWP label stands for Dewpoint Calculation.

This block is part of the Calculations category.

Function
Monitors Dewpoint or Carbon Potential, or uses a Zirconia Probe sensor input to supply a Dewpoint PV to
a PID function block for Dewpoint control. Use in conjunction with other blocks including a PID to
generate more elaborate control strategies than that provided by the Carbon potential (CARB) function
block.

Inputs
Probe = Oxygen Sensor Input from AI (0-2 mV)
TEMP = Temperature Input (°F or °C) from AI Input
%CO = Percent Carbon Monoxide Input 1 - 100 %

Outputs
DEWPT = Calculated Dewpoint Output
%C = Calculated Percent Carbon Output
SPHLIM = Control Setpoint High Limit for Anti-soot.
WRLIM = Command to write the setpoint high limit.
LOTEMP = ON when TEMP is <= calculated low temperature dropoff.

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Block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Configuration parameters
Table 41 Dewpoint function block parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Furnace Furnace 2 Allows you to adjust the % –0.5 %C to +0.5 %C

Properties Factor Carbon as measured by the
controller to agree with the
results of actual shim stock
tests. This adjustment may be
needed to correct for specific
furnace characteristics such as
atmosphere differences, probe
location, and furnace leaks.

3 Activates anti-sooting feature Click on block to select

Use Anti-
that limits the working setpoint
Soot SP HLIM is used for anti-
of the carbon control loop to a
Constant soot.
value that prevents sooting in
the furnace.

Low 5 Holds controller output to 0 % 0 to 2500 degrees F

Temperature until limit is exceeded. (1400° recommended)
Limit Unit should match C/F
selection.

4 Probe temperature units for Click on radio button to

Temperature
display. select.
Units
Fahrenheit or Celsius

Percent 7 Percent Hydrogen 1 to 100

Hydrogen
default = 40

continued

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CO Properties %CO 0 Allows you to adjust % Carbon 2.0 to 35.0

measurement to compensate
for variations in the amount of default = 20
CO in the carrier gas.

Use Actual % 1 Function block will use the Click on block to select.
CO actual % Carbon Monoxide
that is defined through an
analog input.

O2 Probe Carbon N/A Select from Drop Down List of • Advanced Atmosphere
Manufacturer Probe Manufacturers. Control Corp.
Manufacturer • Furnace Control Corp.
• Marathon Monitors
• Super Systems Inc.

Example
Figure 29 shows a Function Block Diagram using a DEWP function block. This application uses the Dew
Point function block to calculate dew point based on using a carbon probe. A typical example might be for
control of an endothermic atmosphere generator. Alternatively, a Honeywell dew point transmitter could
be used for a more direct measurement.

Figure 29 DEWP function block example

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DI Function Block

DI Function Block
Description
The DI label stands for Discrete Input.

This block is part of the I/O Blocks categories.

Function
Discrete input blocks are used to process the digital status of a specific channel of a discrete input module.
Each block requires a module and channel number during configuration. The Input status may be inverted.
If Digital Point is ON, then OUT = ON.

Output
OUT = Digital Signal

Block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

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Configuration parameters
Table 42 Digital input configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Address Rack 0 Rack on selected I/O Module From 1 to 5

I/O Module Address of select I/O Module From 1 to 12

Channel Channel on selected I/O Module From 1 to 16 or 32.

1 If INVERT is selected, OUT = inverse of physical input.

The slash will be present in the CONTACT symbol only when
the invert box is selected on the dialog box. (See below.)

Failsafe Failsafe ON N/A set the output of the block to OFF Click on radio button
when failure is detected to select

Failsafe OFF N/A set the output of the block to ON Click on radio button
when failure is detected to select

Failsafe N/A hold the output at the last value just Click on radio button
HOLD prior to the failure being detected to select

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Example
Figure 30 shows a Function Block Diagram using DI function blocks in a basic Series Parallel Circuit.

Figure 30 Digital input function block example

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Digital Input Voting

Digital Input Voting

Description
The DI-V label stands for Digital Input Voting.

This block is part of the I/O Blocks category.

Function
Provides the digital status of a digital input point and provides interface to other algorithms and
functions.
The output status may be inverted.
If Digital Point is ON, then OUT = ON
DI-V differs from the DI block in that multiple inputs (up to 3) may be specified, and the values of
the inputs (whose channel has not failed) must match for the input value to be considered good
overall. Otherwise the FAIL pin becomes ON and the Fail-safe value is used as output instead of
any input value. If there is only one input used, then the state of the single channel determines
the state of the FAIL pin.
If none of the inputs are used (i.e. all three are not enabled by user), the function block will use
the Fail-safe value as output.
Please refer to the descriptions of the FAIL, SFAIL, and VFAIL pins below to get a good
understanding of the block behavior.

Input
Digital value(s) from specified real I/O address(s).

Output
OUT = Digital signal.
FAIL = Failed – If ON, indicates that the block output is set to Fail-safe. Possible cause for this is:

In cases where three inputs are used:

One input has a failed channel and the good channels have a validation failure.
OR
All three inputs have failed channels.

In cases where two inputs are used:

Two inputs have good channels and a validation failure.
OR
Both inputs have failed channels.

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SFAIL = Source Failure – If ON, indicates a failure of one or more of the digital channel(s).
Possible cause for this is:

Power failure
One of the DI channels failed

VFAIL = Validation Failure – If ON, indicates that the values of the “good” channels disagree.

Block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Configuration parameters
Properties Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection
Group

Order N/A Execution Order for Block Read Only.

Block To change, See "Execution
Order".

Use Input A 4 Enable or Disable Input A Click on checkbox to select or

deselect

Use Input B 5 Enable or Disable Input B Click on checkbox to select or deselect

Digital Input
Use Input C 6 Enable or Disable Input C Click on checkbox to select or deselect
Address
Rack N/A This is the address of the selected Enter a value: from 1 to 5.
Rack.
(for each
Input)

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I/O Module (for N/A Address of selected I/O module Enter a value: from 1 to 12
each Input) (must match model selection
guide)

Channel (for N/A Channel on selected I/O Module Enter a value:1 to 16, depending on
each Input) module type.

Invert N/A If INVERT is selected, OUT = Click on checkbox to select or deselect

inverse of physical input.

The slash will be present in the

CONTACT symbol only when the
invert box is selected on the
dialog box.

Failsafe - Off N/A Sets the output of the block to Click on Radio button to select.
OFF when failure is detected.
This is the only failsafe option
available if the block is on a safety
worksheet.
Failsafe
Failsafe - On N/A Sets the output of the block to ON Click on Radio button to select.
when failure is detected.

Failsafe - Hold N/A Holds the output at the last value Click on Radio button to select.
just prior to the failure being
detected.

Example
Figure 01 below shows a function block diagram using a DI-V function block. The AI block reads
in analog input values from real I/O addresses, and then passes the calculated value to the PID
block, for it to control the value, to be then output to real I/O addresses by the AO block. The DI-V
block is used to read in the digital signal for the TRC pin on the PID block.

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8DI Function Block

8DI Function Block

Description
The 8DI label stands for Eight Point Digital Inputs.

This block is part of the I/O Blocks categories.

Function
Provides read access for up to 8 physical digital inputs.
It minimizes the number of blocks required to configure all of the Digital I/O required in a system.
Digital input blocks are used to process the digital status of specific channels of a digital input module.
Each block input requires a module and channel number during configuration.
The Input status may be inverted.
If Digital Point is ON, then OUT = ON.

Output
OUT D1= Digital Signal
OUT D2= Digital Signal
OUT D3= Digital Signal
OUT D4= Digital Signal
OUT D5= Digital Signal
OUT D6= Digital Signal
OUT D7= Digital Signal
OUT D8= Digital Signal

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Block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Configuration parameters
Table 43 Eight Digital input configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Input 1 through Rack 0 Rack Address of selected I/O From 1 to 5

Input 8 Module

I/O Module Address of selected I/O Module From 1 to 12

Channel Channel on selected I/O Module 1 to 8, 9 to 16, 17 to

24, 25 to 32

1 If INVERT is selected, OUT = inverse of physical input.

The slash will be present in the CONTACT symbol only when
the invert box is selected on the dialog box. (See below.)

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Failsafe Failsafe ON N/A set the output of the block to OFF Select from drop-
when failure is detected. down menu

Failsafe OFF N/A set the output of the block to ON for each input.
when failure is detected.

Failsafe N/A hold the output at the last value just

HOLD prior to the failure being detected.

Example
Figure 31 shows a Function Block Diagram using 8 point DI function blocks.

Figure 31 8Point DI function block example

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DIV Function Block

Description
The DIV label stands for Division Mathematical operation.

This block is part of the Math category.

Function
Divides one input (X) by another (Y)
• If Y = 0, then OUT = 0 and block status is set to error; otherwise, OUT = X ÷ Y.

Input
X = First analog value
Y = Second analog value

Output
OUT = Calculated Value

Block properties
Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Block Order (Read Only)

To change Execution Order for the Block, Select on the Function Block Diagram tool bar.
Select ”Execution Order” then select and drag blocks up or down the list and put them in the order that
suits your control strategy.

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Example
Figure 32 shows a Function Block Diagram using a DIV function block.

Figure 32 DIV function block example

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DLAY Function Block

DLAY Function Block

Description
The DLAY label stands for On Delay/Off Delay Timer.

This block is part of the Counters and Timers categories.

Function
Block is configurable as On Delay or Off Delay.
For On Delay, output turns ON when timer expires.

For Off Delay, output turns OFF when timer expires.

Input
TSPI - Delay time set point in seconds.
INPUT - Edge detection starts the timer. ON delay timer is triggered by rising edge of input. OFF delay
timer is triggered by falling edge of input.

Output
TSPO - Timer set point in seconds. Based on the TSPI pin at the point when the timer started. If TSPI
changes after the timer starts, TSPI is ignored and TSPO maintains the current timer set point.
TREM - Remaining time in seconds; counts from TSPI down to 0.
TELPS - Elapsed time in seconds; counts from 0 to TSPI.

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OUT - For On Delay, output turns ON when timer expires. For Off Delay, output turns OFF when timer
expires.

Block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Configuration parameters
Table 44 On Delay/Off Delay configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Timer Mode On Delay N/A On Delay: output turns ON after Click Radio Button to
Off Delay countdown from TSPI value. select.

Off Delay: output turns OFF after

countdown from TSPI value.

The block’s graphic indicates the

type of delay. See figures above.

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DO Function Block
Description
The DO label stands for Digital Output.

This block is part of the I/O Blocks categories.

Function
Provides a digital status from the algorithms and functions to physical logic output hardware. Each block
requires a module and channel number during configuration. The output status may be inverted.

Input
X = Input Status Signal

Output
FAIL = Failed Output Indication - Module Error

Block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

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Configuration parameters
Table 45 Digital output configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Address Rack N/A Rack Address of selected I/O From 1 to 5

Module

I/O Module Address of select I/O Module From 1 to 12

Channel Channel on selected I/O Module From 1 to 32

depending on the
physical module type
DC = 16 or 32
AC = 8
Relay = 4

Failsafe Failsafe ON N/A set the output of the block to OFF Click on radio button
when failure is detected. to select.

Failsafe OFF N/A set the output of the block to ON Click on radio button
when failure is detected. to select.

Failsafe N/A hold the output at the last value just Click on radio button
HOLD prior to the failure being detected. to select.

1 If INVERT is selected, Invert IN before writing to output

The slash will be present in the COIL symbol only when the
invert box is selected on the dialog box. (See below.)

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Example
Figure 33 shows a Function Block Diagram using a DO function block. A digital output signal from PID
block AL1 will turn the Digital Output block ON & OFF for remote alarming. This output could be OR’d
with other alarm outputs if going to a common alarm relay.

Figure 33 DO function block example

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Digital Output Validated

Description
The DO-V label stands for Digital Output Validated.

This block is part of the I/O Blocks category.

Function
Provides a digital status from the algorithms and functions to physical logic output hardware.
The digital status is fed back to DI feedback channel for validation. Each DO block and
feedback DI requires a module and channel number during configuration. The output status for
DO and feedback DI channel may be inverted.

Input
X = Input Status Signal
^RSTRT = Restart Signal – When used, a positive (rising) input pulse releases OUT from its
failsafe value and FAIL pin from its ON state. If ^RSTRT pin is left unconnected, the function
block’s OUT and FAIL pins will not latch the status. This allows for the replacement or repair of
the failed DO module or failure condition and operator controlled release.
DIS = Disable Signal – When used and made ON, disables the DO Channel and also results in
disabling of ^RSTRT functionality. If DIS pin left unconnected or made OFF, results in Normal
Operation i.e. it enables the function block.

Output
OUT = Physical output value of function block
FAIL = Failed Output Indication – DO module has an error. OUT is set to failsafe (OFF - for
safety worksheet and selectable for process worksheet).
FBFAIL = Feedback Fail – Feedback DI module fail. OUT continues to function without feedback
validation.
VFAIL = Validation Fail – Input does not match output status i.e. the value read does not equal
the value written. If DI module has an error, VFAIL will stay OFF. OUT continues to function
without feedback validation.

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Block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Configuration parameters
Properties Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection
Group

Address Rack N/A Rack address of selected DO module From 1 to 5

I/O Module Address of selected DO module From 1 to 12

Channel Channel number on selected DO module From 1 to 32,

depending on
the physical
module type – DC
or AC or Relay

Failsafe ON N/A Set the output of the block to ON when Click on radio
failure is detected button to select
(Applicable to
process worksheet

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OFF N/A Set the output of the block to OFF when OFF (for safety
failure is detected worksheet)

Click on radio
button to select
(for process
worksheet only)

HOLD N/A Hold the output at the last value just prior Click on radio
to the failure being detected button to select
(Applicable to
process worksheet
only)

Invert Invert 1 If invert is selected, invert IN before writing to output. The slash
will be present in the COIL symbol only when the invert box is
selected on the dialog.

Address Rack N/A Rack address of selected feedback DI From 1 to 5

module

I/O Module Address of the selected feedback DI From 1 to 12

module

Channel Channel number on the selected feedback From 1 to 32

DI module

FB Invert FB Invert 4 If FB invert is selected, feedback value is an inverse of applied

value.

Example
Figure 01 below shows a function block diagram using a DO-V function block. A digital output
signal (AL1) will turn the digital output for DO-V block ON and OFF for monitoring. The feedback
fail (FBFAIL) and validation fail (VFAIL) are also used for monitoring the statuses. The connection
to “RSTRT” pin ensures that the status on OUT and FAIL pins will remain latched, until a positive
(rising) edge is detected on “RSTRT” pin.

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8DO Function Block

Description
The 8DO label stands for Eight Point Digital Outputs.

This block is part of the I/O Blocks categories.

Function
Provides write access to any physical digital output. (All read at the same time) It minimizes the number of
blocks required to configure all of the digital I/O required in the system. It provides a digital status from the
algorithms and functions to physical logic output hardware. Each block output requires a module and
channel number during configuration. The output status may be inverted.

Input
IN D1 = Input Status Signal
IN D2 = Input Status Signal
IN D3 = Input Status Signal
IN D4 = Input Status Signal
IN D5 = Input Status Signal
IN D6 = Input Status Signal
IN D7 = Input Status Signal
IN D8 = Input Status Signal

Output
FAIL = Failed Output Indication - Module Error
Note: Write Coil instructions are not supported for outputs configured in the 8 DO FB in controllers of
version 4.4xx or earlier. Use single DO FB when executing write coils to HC900 outputs.

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Block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.
Configuration parameters
Table 46 Eight Digital output configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Output 1 through 8 Rack N/A Rack address of selected I/O From 1 to 5

Module

I/O Module Address of select I/O Module From 1 to 12

Channel Channel on selected I/O Module 1 to 8, 9 to 16, 17 to

24, 25 to 32

NOTE: If you don’t want to use an output pin, leave the

Module # and Channel # at 0.

Failsafe Failsafe ON N/A set the output of the block to OFF Select from drop-
when failure is detected down menu

Failsafe OFF N/A set the output of the block to ON for each Output.
when failure is detected

Failsafe N/A hold the output at the last value just

HOLD prior to the failure being detected

1 If INVERT is selected, Invert IN before writing to output

The slash will be present in the COIL symbol only when the
invert box is selected on the dialog box. (See below.)

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Example
Figure 34 shows a Function Block Diagram using a 8 Point DO function block.

Figure 34 8 Point DO function block example

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DSW Digital Switch Function Block

DSW Digital Switch Function Block

Description
The DSW label stands for Digital Switch.

This block is part of the Logic and Fast Logic categories.

Function
Sets the output of the block equal to either input A or Input B depending on the value of input SA. If input
SA (Select A) is ON, then OUT = Input A, otherwise OUT = Input B.

Input
A = 1st of two inputs to select from.
B = 2nd of two inputs to select from.
SA = Select A

Output
Out = If SA is ON, then A, else B.

Block properties
Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Example
Figure 35 shows an example of a DSW function block. The output is switched between two digital inputs
based on the ON or OFF state of the control input. Output = A input state when SA input is OFF and B
input state when SA input is ON.

Figure 35 DSW function block example

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ENTH Humidity and Enthalpy Function Block

ENTH Humidity and Enthalpy Function Block

Description
The ENTH label stands for Humidity and Enthalpy. This block is part of the HVAC category.

Function
This block calculates the Absolute Humidity and Enthalpy based on the input Air temperature (X1), Air
relative Humidity (X2) and Barometric Pressure (P3). This block does not have any configurable
parameters. ERR pin turns ON when any of the inputs (X1, X2, P3) or outputs (Y1, Y2) are out of range. In
case of ERR ON, outputs Y1 and Y2 are set to 0.0.

Inputs
X1 = Air temperature in degrees F. Range is -40 – 140 degrees F.
X2 = Air relative humidity in % RH. Range is 1.0 – 99.9% RH.
P3 = Barometric Pressure in psi. Range is 12.5 – 15.7 psi. When this is not connected the default value is
14.696 psi.

Outputs
Y1 = Enthalpy
Y2 = Absolute humidity
ERR = ON when any input or output is out of range. Outputs Y1 and Y2 are set to 0.0.

Configurable Parameters
This block has no configurable parameters.

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Example
Calculate enthalpy (0 – 100 btu/lb) and absolute humidity (0 to 100 lb/lb) as a function of air temperature,
relative air humidity, and air pressure.

Figure 36 ENTH function block example

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FGEN Function Generator Function Block

FGEN Function Generator Function Block

Description
The FGEN label stands for Function Generator - 10 Segment.

This block is part of the Auxiliary category.

Function
Generate output characteristic curve based on up to 11 configurable “Breakpoints” for both input (X) and
Output (OUT) values.
OUT = interpolation of OUT (Yb) values for segment in which X falls.
• If X <= X (1), then OUT = OUT (1)
• If X >= X (11), then OUT = OUT (11)

ATTENTION

The X(n) value must be < X(n+1) value. Thus, if fewer than 11 breakpoints are needed, be
sure to configure any unneeded breakpoints with the same X and OUT values used for the
previous breakpoint.

Input
X = Analog Value

Output
OUT = Calculated Analog Value

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Block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Configuration parameters

Table 47 Function generator configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Block Block Order Execution order of the block. Read Only. To

change block order,
right-click on a
Function Block and
select Execution
Order.

Breakpoints X1 0 X-value at Input Breakpoint 1 –99999 to 999999

X2 1 X-value at Input Breakpoint 2 –99999 to 999999

X3 2 X-value at Input Breakpoint 3 –99999 to 999999

X4 3 X-value at Input Breakpoint 4 –99999 to 999999

X5 4 X-value at Input Breakpoint 5 –99999 to 999999

X6 5 X-value at Input Breakpoint 6 –99999 to 999999

X7 6 X-value at Input Breakpoint 7 –99999 to 999999

X8 7 X-value at Input Breakpoint 8 –99999 to 999999

X9 8 X-value at Input Breakpoint 9 –99999 to 999999

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Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

X10 9 X-value at Input Breakpoint 10 –99999 to 999999

X11 10 X-value at Input Breakpoint 11 –99999 to 999999

Y1 11 Y-value at Output Breakpoint 1 –99999 to 999999

Y2 12 Y-value at Output Breakpoint 2 –99999 to 999999

Y3 13 Y-value at Output Breakpoint 3 –99999 to 999999

Y4 14 Y-value at Output Breakpoint 4 –99999 to 999999

Y5 15 Y-value at Output Breakpoint 5 –99999 to 999999

Y6 16 Y-value at Output Breakpoint 6 –99999 to 999999

Y7 17 Y-value at Output Breakpoint 7 –99999 to 999999

Y8 18 Y-value at Output Breakpoint 8 –99999 to 999999

Y9 19 Y-value at Output Breakpoint 9 –99999 to 999999

Y10 20 Y-value at Output Breakpoint 10 –99999 to 999999

Y11 21 Y-value at Output Breakpoint 11 –99999 to 999999

Clear All Button Click on button to clear all breakpoint values.

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Examples
Figure 37 shows a function block diagram using a FGEN function block to characterize the PID control
loop output for control valve operation using 9 breakpoints.

Figure 37 FGEN function block example

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FI Frequency Input

FI Frequency Input
Description
The FI label stands for Frequency Input.

This block is part of the I/O Blocks category.

Function
The function is used for measuring speed and rate. It reads a single frequency channel from a
Pulse/Frequency/Quadrature input module. The signal is scaled from the selected frequency span to the
selected output range in engineering units, providing an output value in engineering units.
The input signal is rejected if it is below a selected pulse width. The frequency of pulses above this width
must be within the range specified by Pulse Width (Range); otherwise the output goes to failsafe and a
failure-to-convert error occurs.

Input
ENABL = Level input to enable block. Input is ignored if not connected and default state is enabled. If
block is disabled the output goes to zero.

Output
FAIL = A Boolean value that turns ON when the Pulse/Frequency/Quadrature input module reports a
failure.
OUT = The frequency input value scaled to engineering units (after filters, ranges, bias, or failsafe
conditions have been applied).

 
 * (Output EU High - Output EU Low ) + Output EU Low + Bias
Frequency In - Frequency Span Low
OUT = 
 Frequency Span High - Frequency Span Low 
The generic forcing of outputs is permitted.

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Example
Say you configure the block as follows.
Pulse Width (Range) = 500µsec (10Hz-500Hz)
Frequency Span Low = 50Hz
Frequency Span High = 450Hz
Output range in EU = 0 - 100
Bias = 8
Failsafe = Upscale (upper output range)
Assume the module is receiving a 255Hz signal, including noise. Assume 2% of pulses are noise, that is,
are less than the minimum pulse width 500 µsec. The block rejects this 2% and does not count them in the
frequency. The remaining 98% valid pulses are counted, which is an effective signal of 250Hz. From the
output equation above,
OUT = [(250–50) / (450-50)] * (100 – 0) + 0 + 8
= [200/400] * 100 + 8
= 0.5 * 100 + 8
= 50 + 8
= 58 EU
If the frequency of the effective signal (>500 µsec pulse width) changes to outside the specified range of
10-500Hz, a failure-to-convert error occurs and the output goes to failsafe, in this case upscale (100).

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Configurable Parameters

Table 48 Frequency Input configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection
Block Order N/A Execution Order for Block Read Only. To
change block order,
right-click on a
Function Block and
select Execution
Order.
Address Rack 0 This is the rack address of the PFQ Enter a value:
module. from 1 to 5.
Module 0 Module address of the PFQ module. Enter a value:
from 1 to 12.
Channel 0 Channel on selected Module. Enter a value:
from 1 to 4
Frequency Span Set High 7 High frequency value of the input Enter value in Hz.
Input (Hz) device. Exceeding this limit causes an
over-range error.
Set Low 8 Low frequency value of the input Enter value in Hz.
Input (Hz) device. Exceeding this limit causes an
under -range error.
Output Range in High (EU) 5 High range value. Frequency span in Enter value in EU.
EU Hz is scaled to the output range in
EU.
Low (EU) 6 Low range value. Frequency span in Enter value in EU.
Hz is scaled to the output range in
EU.
Settings Bias 2 Bias value added to the output. Enter value in EU.
Pulse Width 9 The input signal is rejected if it is 500µsec (10Hz-
(Range) below this pulse width. The frequency 500Hz)
of pulses above this width must be in 50µsec (10Hz-5KHz)
this frequency range; otherwise the 2.5µsec (10Hz-
output goes to failsafe and a failure- 100KHz)
to-convert error occurs.
Filter Time 1 Filter time constant in seconds. Enter value in
(sec) seconds.
Failsafe Use Value 3 When FAIL is ON output is set to this Click to select, enter
value. a value.
Up scale 4 When FAIL is ON output is set to Click to select.
Upper Range Limit.
Down scale 4 When FAIL is ON output is set to Click to select.
Lower Range Limit.
HOLD 4 When FAIL is ON output is held. Click to select.

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Example

Figure 38 FI function block example

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FMON Fault Monitor Function Block

FMON Fault Monitor Function Block

Description
The FMON label stands for Fault Monitor.

This block is part of the Alarm/Monitor Blocks category.

Function
The reaction on detected faults is configurable depending on the applications for which the HC900 is used.
The FMON block has a fault clear input pin used for clearing all the faults generated and a fault output pin
to display the selected diagnostic fail status. Each FMON function block requires a rack number, module
number and a corresponding diagnostic to be selected during configuration, depending on the type of
diagnostic group selected.
The rack number is specified as:
1 = Rack#1 (Main Rack)
2 = Rack#2 (Expansion Rack)
3 = Rack#3 (Expansion Rack)
4 = Rack#4 (Expansion Rack)
5 = Rack #5 (Expansion Rack)

Inputs
CLRFLT - ON = Clears all the existing faults.
- OFF = Leaves the existing faults in the current status.

Outputs
DIAG FAIL = Fail status of the selected diagnostic.

Block Properties

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Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box .

Configurable Parameters
Properties Index
Parameter Parameter Description Value or Selection
Group #

Rack address of selected DO Enter a value:

Rack
module from 1 to 5
Address N/A
Enter a value:
I/O Module Address of selected module
from 1 to 12

Controller
Controller diagnostics group
Diagnostics

Rack N/A
Rack diagnostics group
Diagnostics
Diagnostics Select one of the group
diagnostics

Module
Module diagnostics group
Diagnostics

Select Select one of the group

Set Diagnostic Holds the diagnostic of the
N/A diagnostic from the drop down
Diagnostics selected diagnostics group
list

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Fault Monitor Block –Diagnostics List

Diagnostics Type Diagnostics Possible Cause

E1 Port E1 port failure.

E2 Port E2 port failure.

IO Port IO port failure.

Serial1 Serial port1 failure

Serial2 Serial port2 failure

R-Link Failure of the redundancy link between the lead

Controller
CPU and the redundant CPU

Watchdog Watchdog reset resulting from software failure.

Battery1 Controller’s battery1 Low

Battery2 Controller’s battery2 Low

Mode Switch Failure in the switch reading

RTC Fail Real Time Clock failed

Any Module Error One of the module diagnostics in the associated

rack is set to WRONG MODULE, MODULE NO
COMM (if the communications is failing due to
the module not installed), BAD MODULE, or
BAD CHANNEL.

Any Module High Temperature one of the two CJs on the module is indicating a
temperature reading greater than 70 degrees C.

No IO Communication The Main CPU is unable to successfully

Rack Diagnostics communicate to an expansion rack that is in its
configuration.

Bad Scanner Version The Main CPU determined that its software is not
compatible with the scanner module.

Power Supply The rack diagnostics within Fault monitor block

indicates status of redundant power supplies in
case of failure or faults. The output of this block
can be sent as a input to a HMI for operator
intervention or other input block

AI High CJ Temperature AI module’s one of the two CJs on the module is

indicating a temperature reading greater than 70
degrees C.

Wrong Module Installed The module does not agree with the module
required for the control scenario.
Module Diagnostics No Module Communication Main CPU is unable to communicate to the module
for one of the following reasons:

Module is not installed

The module cannot communicate with the

controller CPU or the expansion rack CPU
because of a backplane problem. Module is on an

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expansion rack and the expansion rack

communications are failing

Bad Channel One or more channels in the module are bad.

Bad Module Module is bad. Module LED flashes to indicate

the problem.

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FRCP Force Present Function Block

FRCP Force Present Function Block

Description
The FRCP label stands for Force Present. . There are two versions of the block. For SIL certified
devices, the block has two output pins, whereas non SIL certified devices have single output pin.
The block dimensions also vary for SIL and non SIL devices. This block is part of the
Alarms/Monitors category. It is available for Normal Scan only.

Function block for C30S, C50S, C70S, C75S device types.

Function block for C30, C50, C70, C75 device types.

This block is part of the Alarm/Monitor category. It is available for Normal Scan only.
Function
Output indicates the presence of any forced blocks in the controller. Input can clear all forces and prevent
new forces.
Inputs
RST - When ON clears all existing forces and prevents any new force requests, notifying user that forcing
is disabled. Does not affect the Force Present block itself. When OFF, leaves forces in current state. No
connection to this pin is the same as OFF.
Outputs

FORCED - ON = One or more forces exist in the controller.

OFF = No forces exist in the controller.
PROCESS - ON = One or more forces exist in the controller on Process Worksheets.
OFF = No forces exist in the controller on Process Worksheets.
SAFETY - ON = One or more forces exist in the controller on Safety Worksheets.
OFF = No forces exist in the controller on Safety Worksheets.

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Block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Configuration parameters
Table 49 Force Present configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or

Selection
Block Order N/A Execution Order for Block Read Only. To
change block
order, right-
click on a
Function Block
and select
Execution
Order.

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FSS Four Selector Switch Function Block

FSS Four Selector Switch Function Block

Description
The FSS label stands for Four-Selector Switch.

This block is part of the Logic category.

Function
Provides 16 digital outputs in groups of four. A dedicated display allows activating of only one output per
group while other outputs in the associated group are turned off.

Inputs
RESET = Off to ON requests a reset state. Reset Input turns on #1 output of all 4 groups.

Outputs
A1, A2, A3, A4 = Bank A Output 1 through Output 4
B1, B2, B3, B4 = Bank B Output 1 through Output 4
C1, C2, C3, C4 = Bank C Output 1 through Output 4
D1, D2, D3, D4 = Bank D Output 1 through Output 4

ATTENTION

Only one output ON per group, A, B, C, D.

If the Operator Interface makes a request and RESET occurs on the same cycle, RESET will
take precedence.

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Block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Configuration parameters
Table 50 Four selector switch configuration parameters for operator interface display

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or

Selection

Name Enter a Tag Name for the block 16 Characters

Title Enter a Title for the block 24 characters

Bank x Labels Descriptor Enter a Descriptor for Bank x Labels 16 characters

X = A, B, C, or D Bank x Label 1 Enter a label name for display 6 characters

Bank x Label 2 Enter a label name for display 6 characters

Bank x Label 3 Enter a label name for display 6 characters

Bank x Label 4 Enter a label name for display 6 characters

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Example
Figure 39 shows a FFS function block and its associated display.

ATTENTION

The Four Selector group display is directly associated with the Four Selector Function Block.
Pressing O/I Keys F1 through F4 call up a dialog box that allows changes to the output
selection for the associated block.

DIGITAL GROUP TITLE O/I Keys FSSnnn sss

^RESET A1 OFF
SELECT MODE AUTO F1 A2 AUTO
F1 F1 A3
A4 PRGRM
RIGHT B1
SELECT DIRECTION RIGHT F2 B2
F2 F2 LEFT
UP B3
DOWN B4

SELECT SPEED FAST

C1 OFF
F3 C2 SLOW
F3 F3 C3 MEDIUM
C4 FAST
SELECT OPERATOR HARRY TOM D1
F4
F4 DICK D2
F4
HARRY D3
OTHER D4

Figure 39 FSS function block example

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FSYS Fast Logic System Monitor

FSYS Fast Logic System Monitor

Description
The FSYS label stands for Fast Scan System Status. This block is part of the Alarm/Monitor Blocks
category.

Function
This function block provides read access to controller status values including those related to the Fast Scan
execution cycle. (To access status values relating to the Normal Scan execution cycle see the ASYS
function block.) The outputs may be connected to function block inputs. The outputs may also be
connected to signal tags for operator interface monitoring. The Fast Scan System Status block is assigned
block number 2.

Versions
The status information available to be monitored for the fast scan execution system depends on both the
controller type and the revision of software executing on the controller. As a result, there are different
versions of the FSYS block and when you drag and drop this block onto a configuration worksheet the
graphic may look a little different than the one shown above. The Process Control Designer will
automatically select the correct version of the block based on the controller type and software revision
selected for each configuration file.
The graphic shown above is for the most advanced version of the block and earlier versions may have
fewer outputs, different output types and/or different output ordering. Where applicable, the differences are
described in the table below for each output.

Restrictions
There can be only one instance of the FSYS function block within a configuration.

Table 51 Fast logic system status block outputs

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Output Description
NEWSTART ON for one full cycle of control block execution, following a New start of the system. For
example: starting after a change from program to run.

RESTART ON for one full cycle of control block execution, following power up. [Warm Start]

ALM_ACTIV Alarm Active is ON if any operator panel alarm is ON.

ALM_UNACK Alarm unacknowledged is ON if any operator panel’s alarm is unacknowledged.

HWOK Hardware OK is ON if there are no faults. HWOK is set to off when a Rack Monitor Block’s
RACK OK pin is off.

LOWBTRY Low Battery is ON if the battery is low, Off when battery is good.

HITEMP High CJ Temperature is ON if the CJ temperature is high on any rack.

MSTR_FAIL Communications Failure is ON when Modbus master diagnostic is not good.

BAD_BLOCK Provides an indication of whether or not there are any blocks in the fast scan execution that are
not operating properly. Any function block monitor window which indicates a block status other
than "OK" is considered a Bad Block. For example: forced outputs (analog or digital), math
errors (divide by zero), un-configured I/O blocks (rack/slot/channel) and PID blocks with a PV
over/under the configured range limits.

The level of indication provided depends on the software revision:

Revision 6.0:

This pin is an analog output which provides the block number of the first bad block in the fast
scan configuration, as per execution order. Refer also to the BBLK_CNT output below.

Revision 4.402 and earlier:

This pin is a digital output which provides simple ON/Off indication of at least one bad block in
the fast scan execution logic. The BBLK_CNT output below does not exist in these versions.

LOCKED Controller locked in current mode by switch position.

RSV AVAIL Available for C75 and C75S redundant CPU controllers only.

ON when the Reserve CPU is available for failover. OFF when the Reserve CPU is unavailable
for failover.

On other controllers this pin may be missing or may be labeled as "N/A" and serves only as a
placeholder, depending on the revision of the software.

BBLK_CNT Available in software revision 6.0 and higher.

The number of bad blocks present in the fast scan execution logic. Refer to the BAD_BLOCK
output above for the definition of a bad block.

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HLLM High Low Limiter Function Block

HLLM High Low Limiter Function Block

Description
The HLLM label stands for High Low limiter.

This block is part of the Auxiliary category.

Function
Provide high-low limit for an analog (X) value.
Turns ON H or L digital output if input exceeds or falls below set limits.
• If X < or = Low Limit value, then: OUT = LoLlM; L = ON; H = OFF.
• If X > or = High Limit value, then: OUT = HiLlM; L = OFF; H= ON.
• If X > Low Limit value and < high Limit value, then: OUT = X; L = OFF; H = OFF.

Input
X = Analog Value

Output
OUT = Analog value within limits
L = Low Limit digital indication
H= High Limit digital indication

Block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

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Configuration parameters
Table 52 High low limit configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Set Limits High Limit 0 High limit value for analog (X) value –99999 to 999999

Low Limit 1 Low limit value for analog (X) value –99999 to 999999

Example
Figure 40 shows a Function Block Diagram using an HLLM function block to provide a remote setpoint
signal within specified limits to a PID Control Loop.

X Input { XX LO
HI
X

HI*
Output { LO* OUT

Figure 40 HLLM function block example

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HMON High Monitor Function Block

HMON High Monitor Function Block

Description
The HMON label stands for High Monitor.

This block is part of the Alarm/Monitor category.

Function
Monitors two analog input values (X and Y) and turns ON a digital output if X exceeds Y.
A hysteresis adjustment is provided to prevent output cycling.
• If X > Y, then OUT = ON.
• If X < or = (Y – Hysteresis), then OUT = OFF.
• If (Y – Hysteresis) < X < Y, then OUT = Previous State.

Input
X = Analog value.
Y = Analog value

Output
OUT = Digital signal

Block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

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Configuration parameters
Table 53 High monitor function block configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Set Properties Hysteresis 0 An adjustable overlap of the 0 to the Span of Y input

On/Off states of the output. in Engineering units.

Example
Figure 41 shows a Function Block Diagram using an HMON function block. It shows a typical output
signal response provided by an HMON function block.

Figure 41 HMON function block example

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HOA Hand/Off/Auto Switch Function Block

HOA Hand/Off/Auto Switch Function Block

Description
The HOA label stands for Hand/Off/Auto Switch.

This block is part of the Auxiliary category.

Function
The Hand – Off – Auto (HOA) switch function block permits state change requests from a Local Operator
Interface or a Remote source. The block states are: BYPASS (external manual operation of a device),
HAND (manual operation from an operator interface), AUTO (default – requests are operated
automatically), or OFF (relay to be switched to Bypass, Hand, or Auto)
The HOA switch is also used with the Device Control (DC) function block to comprise a Pump Control
algorithm which is used to manipulate the state of a controlled device (pump).
Each configuration is limited to a maximum of 16 HOA function blocks.
Forcing of outputs is NOT permitted within this block.

Input
REQI = If the current state of the block is AUTO, then REQO output (on/off) equals the REQI input
(on/off).
BYPS = If ON, the REQO output is forced off and any state change requests are ignored. If OFF, the block
returns to its previous state (Hand, Off, Auto).

Output
HAND = ON when the block is in the HAND state, else OFF. Device is in manual operation from an
operator interface; prevents automatic operation; this state forces the REQO output ON.
AUTO = On when block is in AUTO state, else OFF. Requests are operated automatically.
REQO = This is ON when in the HAND state, or when in the AUTO state and the REQI input signal is
ON. OFF when in the OFF or BYPASS state.
Note. Both HAND and AUTO are OFF in the OFF and BYPASS states.

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Block properties
The HAND/OFF/AUTO properties dialog box is divided into two tab cards:
GENERAL
FEEDBACK SIGNAL
Click on the tab to access the properties for that tab.

GENERAL tab

Table 54 HOA general tab parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Display Tag Name N/A 16-character tag name

Descriptor N/A Block description

Settings HOA Source N/A Determines which devices Local (Local Operator Interface)
have permission to write
Hand-Off-Auto state change Remote (Serial Communications)
requests.
Local/Remote

Default = Local/Remote

Initial State N/A Start-up state of the function OFF

block.
User can change the current HAND
state from the operator
AUTO
interface if the HOA Source
is Local or Both.

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FEEDBACK SIGNAL tab

The feedback signal is used for display purposes.
When the HOA block is used in conjunction with a Device Control (DC) block, the feedback is typically
referenced to the (STI) status output pin of the DC block. The sample text shown in Table 55 would
correspond to the states of the DC block.

To select a Feedback signal and to define state text for the enumerated value of the feedback signal,
proceed with the sequence 1 through 3 below.

Table 55 HOA feedback signal tab parameters

Sequence Parameter Action Selections Comments

Number Field

1 Click on a signal Select from all configured

Analog Signal Tag List tag in the list Analog Signal tags listed

2 Click “Select” at
Select/Delete Signal the bottom of The selection is
the “Analog placed in the
Signal Tag List” Selected Signal field
to place on the dialog box.
highlighted Click on “Delete
signal tag into Signal” at the bottom
the “Selected of the “Analog Signal
Signal” field Tag List” to remove
a signal tag from
field.

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Sequence Parameter Action Selections Comments

Number Field

3 The state text Enumerated You can highlight

States will be selected value of any state and
for the display selected change the text to
based on the Default Text signal whatever you desire
numerical value for that state.
(0 through 8) of
the specified ???????? 0 ???????? = Block
analog signal. not used
READY 1

PRESTART 2

STARTING 3

RUNNING 4

STOPPING 5

FAILED 6

DISABLED 7

STATE 8 8

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Example
Figure 43 shows a Function Block Diagram using an HOA function block in conjunction with a Device
Control (DC) block and an external HOA switch for pump control. The level signal input and Compare
(CMPR) function are used to determine pump On/Off demand.

Figure 42 HOA function block example

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HSEL High Selector Function Block

HSEL High Selector Function Block

Description
The HSEL label stands for High Selector.

This block is part of the Signal Selectors category.

Function
Selects higher of two analog input values (X and Y) for output.
Indicates when Y is higher than X.
• If X > or = Y, then: OUT = X; YHI = OFF.
• If X < Y, then: OUT = Y; YHI = ON.

Input
X = Analog value
Y = Analog value

Output
OUT = Higher analog value
YHI = Digital signal. (ON when Y>X.)

Block properties
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Example
Figure 43 shows a Function Block Diagram using an HSEL function block to monitor two analog inputs to
activate an alarm signal tag.

Figure 43 HSEL Function Block Example

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LDLG Lead/Lag Function Block

LDLG Lead/Lag Function Block

Description
The LDLG label stands for Lead/Lag.

This block is part of the Auxiliary category.

Function
Modifies an analog input value (X) to include LEAD (T2) and LAG (T1) time constants of from 0 to 99
minutes, when a digital input (EN) is ON.
• If EN = ON, then:

1 + sT2
OUT = xX
1 + sT1

s = Laplace operator
If T1 = 0, then:

T2
OUT = last X + (X - last X)
t

last X = Input value from execution cycle.

t = Duration of previous cycle time in minutes.
If T2 = 0, then the block functions as a digital lag filter.
• If EN = OFF, or initial start, then: OUT = X.

Inputs
X = Analog value (Primary Input)
EN = Digital signal (Enable)

Output
OUT = Analog value as modified

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Block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Configuration parameters
Table 56 Lead lag configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Time Constants Lag Time (min) 0 T1 - Lag Time Constant 0.00 to 99.00 minutes

Lead Time 1 T2 - Lead Time Constant 0.00 to 99.00 minutes

(min)
NOTE: If T2 is set to 0, function
becomes a lag filter.

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Example
Figure 44 shows a Function Block Diagram using an LDLG function block to modify the PV signal for the
remote setpoint input of the PID control loop.

Figure 44 LDLG function block example

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LMON Low Monitor Function Block

LMON Low Monitor Function Block

Description
The LMON label stands for Low Monitor.

This block is part of the Alarm/Monitor category.

Function
Monitors two analog input values (X and Y), and turns ON a digital output if X is less than Y.
A hysteresis adjustment is provided to prevent output cycling.
• If X < Y, then: OUT = ON.
• If X > or = (Y + Hysteresis), then: OUT = OFF.
• If (Y + Hysteresis) > X > Y, then: OUT = Previous State.

Input
X = Analog value.
Y = Analog value

Output
OUT = Digital signal

Block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

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Configuration parameters
Table 57 Low monitor function block configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Set Properties Hysteresis 0 An adjustable overlap of the 0 to the Span of Y input in

On/Off states of the output. Engineering units.

Example
Figure 45 shows a Function Block Diagram using an LMON function block. It shows a typical output
response provided by a LMON function block.

Figure 45 LMON function block example

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LPSW Loop Switch Function Block

LPSW Loop Switch Function Block

Description
The LPSW label stands for Loop Switch.

This block is part of the Loops category.

Function
Digital interface to control loops to initiate autotuning, change control action, force bumpless transfer,
select tuning set. It connects to a PID, TPSC, or CARB function block.

Inputs
^ATC = Autotune Command (OFF to ON initiates Autotuning)**
CACT = Change Control Action (ON changes Control Action)
^FBT = Force Bumpless Transfer (OFF to ON Forces Bumpless Transfer)** Performs the same function
that occurs when the loop changes from Manual to Automatic mode. The loop will re-calculate the integral
term to normalize the PID algorithm to the current PV and SP. You could use this input to correct for a
reset wind-up condition that might have occurred when an input sensor failed and was replaced/corrected.
^TUN1 = Tune Set 1 (OFF to ON switches to Tune Set 1*)**
^TUN2 = Tune Set 2 (OFF to ON switches to Tune Set 2)**
* Switch to Tune Set 1 overrides concurrent command to switch to Tune Set 2
** Not available for ON/OFF function Block

Output
SWO = The output of this block must connect to the SW1 input of a PID, CARB, and TPSC function
block.
Note: Transitions of the SWO output are not sensed when a PID loop is in Manual mode.

Block properties
Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

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Example
Figure 46 shows a Function Block Diagram using an LPSW function block
Function: Digital interface to initiate:
• Autotuning
• Change Control Action: Direct/Reverse Action
• Force Bumpless Transfer (rebalance the algorithm)
• Select Tuning Set #1
• Select Tuning Set #2

Figure 46 LPSW function block example

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LSEL Low Selector Function Block

LSEL Low Selector Function Block

Description
The LSEL label stands for Low Selector.

This block is part of the Signal Selectors category.

Function
Selects lower of two analog input values (X & Y) for output.
Indicates when Y is lower than X.
• If X < or = Y, then: OUT = X; YLO = OFF.
• If X > Y, then: OUT = Y; YLO = ON.

Input
X = Analog value
Y = Analog value

Output
OUT = Lower analog value
YLO = Digital signal (ON when Y<X)

Block properties
Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Example
Figure 47 shows a Function Block Diagram using an LSEL function block to monitor two analog inputs to
activate an alarm signal tag.

Figure 47 LSEL function block example

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LTCH Latch Function Block

LTCH Latch Function Block

Description
The LTCH label stands for Latch.

This block is part of the Logic and Fast Logic categories.

Function
Latches output (OUT) ON when latch input (L) turns ON and maintain latched output until unlatch input
(U) turns ON. Note that latch input must be OFF for unlatch input to work.
• If U = ON, then: OUT = OFF.
• If L = ON, then: OUT = ON.
• Else, OUT = Previous State.

Input
L = Latch Command Digital signal.
U = Unlatch Command Digital signal.

Output
OUT = Digital signal

Block properties
Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

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Example
Figure 48 shows a Function Block Diagram using an LTCH function block.

Figure 48 LTCH function block example

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MATH Function Block

MATH Function Block

Description
The MATH label stands for Free Form Math.

This block is part of the Math category.

Function
Read inputs A through H and calculates the output based on specified general purpose calculation. OUT is
calculated from an equation entered here.
• Offers the following general purpose calculation functions:
− abs = addition,
− EXP = exponential (ln-1),
− Ln = natural log (log base e),
− Log 10 = log base 10,
− neg (Unary) - = negation,
− sqrt = Square Root,
− + = addition,
− – = subtraction,
− * = multiplication,
− / = division,
− ^ = raised to power of (xy)
− ( = left parenthesis,
− ) = right parenthesis, and
• A maximum of either 50 tokens (note 1) per equation or 100 characters per line is allowed, whichever is
first exceeded.

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ATTENTION

A token is an operation, variable, or pair of parenthesis; the end of an equation counts as one
token.

Inputs
IN A – block input 1
IN B – block input 2
IN C – block input 3
IN D – block input 4
IN E – block input 5
IN F – block input 6
IN G – block input 7
IN H – block input 8

Output
ERR = ON if block detects an error on any of the following operations:
• division by 0
• fractional root of a negative number (for example: -2**0.5)
• zero to the zero power
• LOG10 or LN of a negative number or 0
• result of x^y is greater than 1.7E + 308.
• result of EXP (x) is greater than 3.4E + 308 or less than 3.4E -308.

ATTENTION

• For the above rules, groups of constants will be combined and treated as one constant.
• Any number less than or equal to 3.4E -308 is considered 0.

OUT = Calculated Output

ATTENTION

• Use only the following words and characters in equations

− +; -; *; /: ^; EXP; LOG10; Ln; Negative (Unary minus);

− ' ' Blank space (ignored)

− 'a' . . 'h' Variables (operand) either a constant or tag

− ( ), [ ], { } Parentheses - 3 types

• A left parenthesis must have a matching right parenthesis.

• The matching parenthesis must be the same type - e.g., ( ), [ ], or { }.

• Parentheses may be nested to any depth.

• Infix operators: +, -, *, /, ^ must have a left and right operand.

• If the '-' operator only has a right operand, it is interpreted as the Unary minus.

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• Function operators: EXP, LOG10, Ln must have an operand to the right, and the operand
must be enclosed in parentheses.

Examples: EXP(A), LOG10(b), LN(c),

A*(sqrt(B+C))+D,
(A+B*C)/D
.

Block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Configuration parameters
Table 58 Math function block configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Equations Equation N/A OUT= [equation] Enter the desired equation

Field in this field

Functions Math N/A abs, exp, In, log, neg, sqrt Double Click on a function
Functions to select from the list box

Operators Math N/A + (add) Double Click on an

Operations - (subtract) operation from the list box
* (multiply)
/ (divide)
^ (power)

Errors Error list N/A List of equation errors

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Example
Figure 49 shows a Function Block Diagram using a MATH function block to determine a general-purpose
calculation output.

Figure 49 MATH function block example

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MBR Modbus Read Function Block

MBR Modbus Read Function Block

Description
The MBR label stands for Modbus Read. This block is part of the Communications category. It looks like
this graphically.

Function
A communication function block that expands the read capability of the Modbus Slave function block to 16
additional data points. Multiple blocks may be connected to the same Modbus Slave block.
The Modbus read block has no inputs and 16 outputs. Up to 16 registers can be configured as the source of
data for the outputs.
The configuration data for each point will consist of:
• the address of the source device on the Modbus link,
• the register address of the desired data,
• and the register type: Integer, Float, or Bit Packed.
The sixteen outputs can be connected or tagged in the same manner as any other function block output.

Inputs
ADDR = Slave address from associated MBS block. (Must be connected to a MBS block)

Outputs
RD1 through RD16 – Last read value from selected address

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Block properties
Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Configuration parameters
You must configure the MBR function Block Output Pins as shown in the “Edit Selected Output Pin”
portion of the dialog box. Follow the numbered sequence shown above referring to Table 59.

Table 59 MBR function block configuration parameters

Sequence Parameter Action Selections Comments

Number Field

1 Click on an Output Pin RD1 through The selected Output

from the list of pins in RD16 Pin will appear in the
the upper portion of the Output Pin Field.
dialog box.

2 Click on the “Use RD1 through YES will be indicated in

Register” field to assign RD16 the “Register used”
a register to the Output column when you
pin. select “Apply

3 Type in the address of

the register (in Hex) on
the slave device

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Sequence Parameter Action Selections Comments

Number Field

4 From the drop down • Float If read as an integer,

menu, select the • Unsigned 32 the output is converted
Register Data Type to a floating point.
• Signed 32
• Unsigned 16
• Signed 16
• Bit Packed
• Single Bit

5 Select a function code • Read Holding Function code 03 or

for “Float, Unsigned, Reg – Function code 04 is
Signed, or Bit Packed” Function used to read the
register data type Code 03 contents of input
registers in the slave.
• Read Input
Registers –
Function
Code 04

Select a function code • Read Coil Function code 01 is

for “Single Bit” Status – used to read a slave's
Register data type. Function coil's (discrete output's)
Code 01 ON/OFF status of the
slave device in a binary
• Read Input data format.
Status –
Function Function code 02 is
Code 02 used to read a slave's
input's (discrete
input's) ON/OFF status
of the slave device in a
binary data format.

Output is floating point

equivalent (0.0 or 1.0).

NOTE: Refer to the

Communications
manual for the function
codes supported by the
specific device.

6 Select which bit (0-15) 0 to 15 If read as a bit packed

to read when Register number, you must
Data Type = Bit Packed select which bit to
mask (0-15).

The output will be the

floating-point
equivalent (0.0 or 1.0)
of the masked bit.

7 You must press [APPLY] to accept the register changes.

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Example
Figure 50 shows a Function Block Diagram using Modbus function blocks.

Figure 50 MBR function block example

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MBS Modbus Slave Function Block

MBS Modbus Slave Function Block

Description
The MBS label stands for Modbus Slave Status. This block is part of the Communications category. It
looks like this.

Function
A communication function block that is internally assigned to the configured S1 or S2 serial port that
allows the controller to act as a master device and communicate with slave devices using the Modbus RTU
protocol. Requires one block per slave device, up to 32 devices maximum. Only one block may be
assigned to each slave device. It supports 4 read and 4 write parameters plus provides digital indication of
communication integrity.

Inputs
ENABLE = [ON] Slave device is in scan -
If the Enable pin IS connected, then enabling/disabling follows the state of the Enable pin of the block and
the enable/disable function on the diagnostic page of the HC Designer is grayed out.
If the Enable pin is NOT connected, then the user must be in Monitor mode, Monitoring Serial Modbus
Diagnostics in the HC Designer, select the device to be enabled or disabled, and click the Enable (or
Disable) button.
EN1 through EN4 = [ON] Data value written once per scan
WR1 through WR4 = Values to be written to the selected register

ATTENTION

• This block does not support bit packing and single bit writing.

• If the register is an integer data type, the floating point input will be rounded up prior to
writing to the address register.
• Message Broadcasting is not supported on the UMC800.

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Outputs
RD1 through RD4 = Last read value from the selected address
NO_SCAN = Scan Indication
ON = Device is “Out of Scan”
OFF = Device is “In Scan”.
BAD_COM = Communications Indication
ON = Bad quality or device not defined
OFF = Good Communications
ADDR = Slave Address for use with MBR and MBW function blocks

ATTENTION

• Integer values are converted to floating point values prior to output.

• If a Modbus slave device does not respond to a request, the last output value will be
maintained.

Block properties
Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Configuration parameters
The ON/OFF properties dialog box is divided into Three tab cards:
GENERAL
READ
WRITE
Click on the tab to access the properties for that tab.

GENERAL tab
It looks like this graphically.

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Table 60 describes the parameters and the value or selection.

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Table 60 MBS Block General tab configuration parameters

Properties Function Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Configure Modbus Slave Tag N/A Description of Slave 16-character tag name
Slave Name Device
Slave address and Tag Name
must be unique within a control
file.
Modbus N/A Address of Slave device Enter unique address between
Address on the Modbus link 1 and 247
Default MB address = 255
which means slave will NOT be
in scan
Modbus Double Each IEEE 32-bit floating point number requires two consecutive registers
Register Format (four bytes) starting with the register defined as the starting register for the
information. The stuffing order of the bytes into the two registers differs
among Modbus hosts. The selections are:
Selection Description Byte order

FP B Floating Point Big Endian Format 4, 3, 2, 1

FP BB Floating Point Big Endian with 3, 4, 1, 2

byte-swapped
FP L Floating Point Little Endian Format 1, 2, 3, 4

FP LB Floating Point Little Endian with 2, 1, 4, 3

byte-swapped

READ tab
It looks like this graphically.

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Table 61 MBS Block Read tab configuration parameters

Properties Function Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Edit Output Pins Output Pin N/A Output pin designation Register request assigned to
RD1, RD2, RD3, or RD4 pin

Use Register N/A Register Request Click on the “Use Register” field
to assign a register to the
Output pin.

Address N/A Register Address Type in the address of the

(hex) Read register (in Hex) on the
slave device
NOTE: A single configuration
may contain up to 256
enabled registers.

Register N/A Register data type From the drop down menu,
Data Type select the Register Data Type

• Float

• Unsigned 32

• Signed 32

• Unsigned 16

• Signed 16

• Bit Packed

• Single Bit

If read as an integer, output is

converted to floating point
equivalent.

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Properties Function Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Function N/A Several standard Modbus Function code 03 – Read

Code RTU function codes are Holding Registers or
supported. These Function code 04 – Read Input
standard function codes Registers is used to read the
provide basic support for contents of input registers in the
IEEE 32-bit floating point slave.
numbers and 16-bit
integer register Supported Data Types for
representation of Function Codes 03 and 04.
instrument’s process data From the drop down menu,
select a function code for
“Float, Unsigned, Signed, or
Bit Packed” register data type

Function code 01 – Read Coil

Status is used to read the coil’s
(discrete output’s) ON/OFF
status of the slave device in a
binary data format.

Function code 02 – Read Input

Status is used to read the
input’s (discrete input’s)
ON/OFF status of the slave
device in a binary data format.

Supported Data Types for

Function Codes 01 and 02.
Select a function code for
“Single Bit” Register data
type.

NOTE: Refer to the

Communications manual for the
function codes supported by the
specific device.

Select Bit N/A Bit to read when Read 0-15

register’s data type = Bit
Packed

You must then select

which bit to mask (0-15).

The output will be the

floating-point equivalent
(0.0 or 1.0) of the masked
bit.

Write tab
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Table 62 MBS Block Write tab configuration parameters

Properties Function Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Edit Input Pins Input Pin N/A Input pin designation Register request assigned to
WR1,WR2,WR3, or WR4 pin

Use Register N/A Register Request Click on the “Use Register” field
to assign a register to the Input
pin.

Address N/A Register Address Type in the address of the Write

(hex) register (in Hex) on the slave
device

Register N/A Register data type From the drop down menu,
Data Type select the Register Data Type

• Float

• Unsigned 32

• Signed 32

• Unsigned 16

• Signed 16

• Single bit

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Properties Function Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Function N/A Several standard Modbus The function code for

Code RTU function codes are “Unsigned 16 or Signed 16,”
supported. These register data type is 06 –
standard function codes Preset Single Registers*
provide basic support for presets integer value into a
IEEE 32-bit floating point single register..
numbers and 16-bit
integer register and single The function code for “Float,
bit representation of Unsigned 32 or Signed 32,”
instrument’s process data register data type is 10 hex –
Preset Multiple Registers*
Preset Single Registers – presets values into holding
Function Code 06 registers.

Preset Multiple Registers *automatically selected when

– Function Code 10 hex you select “Register Data Type”

NOTE: Refer to the

Communications manual for the
function codes supported by the
specific device.

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Example
Figure 51 shows a Function Block Diagram using Modbus function blocks.

Figure 51 MBS function block example

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MBW Modbus Write Function Block

MBW Modbus Write Function Block

Description
The MBW label stands for Modbus Write. This block is part of the Communications category. It looks
like this graphically.

Function
A communication function block that expands the write capability of the Modbus Slave function block to 8
additional data points. Multiple blocks may be connected to the same Modbus Slave block.
The Modbus write block has 8 inputs and no outputs. The Modbus destination for each of the eight inputs
can be configured. An enable pin lets the data value be written once per scan.
The configuration data for each point will consist of : the address of the destination device on the Modbus
link, the register address of the desired data, and the register type: Integer or Float.

Inputs
EN1 through EN8 = [ON] Data value is written once per scan
WR1 through WR8 = Value to be written to the selected register address.
ADDR = Slave address from associated MBS block. (Must be connected to MBS block)

Outputs
None

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Block properties
Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Configuration parameters
You must configure the MBW function Block Input Pins as shown in the “Edit Selected Input Pin” portion
of the dialog box. Follow the numbered sequence shown above referring to Table 63.

Table 63 MBW function block configuration parameters

Sequence Parameter Action Selections Comments

Number Field

1 Click on an Input Pin WR1 through WR8

from the list of pins in
the upper portion of the
dialog box.

The selected Input Pin

will appear in the “Input
Pin” Field.

2 Click on the “Use WR1 through WR8

Register” field to assign
a register to the Input
pin.

YES will be indicated in

the “Register Used”
column when you select
“Apply” .

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Sequence Parameter Action Selections Comments

Number Field

3 Type in the address of

the register (in Hex) on
the slave device

4 From the drop down • Float Several standard

menu, select the Modbus RTU function
Register Data Type • Unsigned 32 codes are supported.
These standard
• Signed 32
function codes provide
• Unsigned 16 basic support for IEEE
32-bit floating point
• Signed 16 numbers and 16-bit
integer register
• Single bit representation of
instrument’s process
data. (see Sequence
Number 5 below)

5 The function code for • Preset Single Function code 06

“Unsigned 16 or Registers – presets integer value
Signed 16 register data Function into a single register.
type is (06)* Code 06
Function Code 10 hex
• Preset Multiple presets values into
Registers – holding registers.
The function code for Function
“Float, Unsigned 32 or Code 10 hex NOTE: Refer to the
Signed 32 register data Communications
type is (10 hex)* manual for the function
codes supported by the
specific device.
*automatically selected
when you select
“Register Data Type”

6 You must press [APPLY] to accept the register changes.

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Example
Figure 52 shows a Function Block Diagram using an Modbus function blocks.

Figure 52 MBW function block example

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MDSW Mode Switch Function Block

MDSW Mode Switch Function Block

Description
The MDSW label stands for Mode Switch.

This block is part of the Loops category.

Function
Digital interface to control loops to select automatic or manual modes and/or local or remote setpoint.
Connects to PID, ON/OFF, CARB, or TPSC mode block input.

Inputs
AUTO = Automatic Output mode (OFF to ON* sets MDRQO to Automatic control mode)
MAN = Manual Output mode (OFF to ON* sets MDRQO to Manual control mode)
LOCAL = Local Setpoint mode (OFF to ON* sets MDRQO to Local Setpoint mode)
REM = Remote Setpoint mode (OFF to ON* sets MDRQO to Remote Setpoint mode)
* for one control cycle

Output
MDRQO (Mode Request Output) = The output of this block must connect to the MDRQI input of a PID,
CARB, TPSC, or ON/OFF function block.

Block properties
Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Example
Figure 53 shows a Function Block Diagram using an MDSW function block.
Application: External mode switching of the PID Block - changing a loop to MAN, to AUTO, to LOCAL
SP, or REMOTE SP.

ATTENTION

Mode switching is also provided as an integral part of the Operator Panel, Loop Displays.

The MDSW (Mode Switch) Function Block is used exclusively with the MDRQI (Mode Request Input) of
the PID, ON/OFF, CARB< or TPSC Function Block. Its output provides encoded switch commands to the
PID Block.

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All inputs are OFF to ON edge-triggered, requiring a separate input for each action. The example shows
digital inputs as the transfer inputs but any digital status could be used.

Figure 53 MDSW function block example

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MDFL Mode Flag Function Block

MDFL Mode Flag Function Block

Description
The MDFL label stands for Mode Flag.

This block is part of the Loops category.

Function
Turns ON the output that corresponds to the current value of MODE.
Turns OFF all other outputs.

Input
MODE = The MODE input must connect to the MODE output of a PID, CARB, TPSC, or ONOFF
function block.

Output
REM = ON If MODE = Remote Setpoint
LOCAL = ON If MODE = Local Setpoint
AUTO = ON If MODE = Automatic Control
MAN = ON If MODE = Manual Control
IMAN = ON If MODE = Loop in Initialization Manual
LO = ON If MODE = Local Override

Block properties
Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

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Example
Figure 54 shows a Function Block Diagram using an MDFL function block. The mode output of the PID
Block is used exclusively with the MDFL (Mode Flags) Block.
Any of the status outputs may be referenced by a Signal Tag or may be transferred externally using a DO.
The output shown is ON when in Manual and OFF when in Automatic.

Figure 54 MDFL function block example

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MMA Min/Max/Avg Function Block

MMA Min/Max/Avg Function Block

Description
The MMA label stands for Min-Max-Average-Sum.

This block is part of the Calculations category.

Function
Accepts inputs from up to six analog input values (X1 - X6) and calculates these values for output:
• MIN - Minimum input value
• MAX - Maximum input value
• AVG - Average of the 6 input values
• SUM - Sum of the 6 input values
• DEV - Standard deviation of the 6 input values
• ALM - Alarm output for deviations
Turns ON ALM when any input is outside the configured number of standard deviations when the
configuration parameter DEV > 0.
• If DEV configured < 0, then:
− no standard deviation is calculated;
− all inputs connected to the block are used to calculate the MIN, MAX, AVG, AND SUM outputs.
• If DEV configured = 0, then:
− the standard deviation is calculated for the number of inputs connected to the block, and
− all inputs connected to the block are used to calculate the MIN, MAX, AVG, and SUM outputs.
• If DEV configured > 0, then:
− the standard deviation is calculated for the number of inputs connected to the block, and SDEV =
result;
− any inputs that deviate more than the configured number (DEV) of standard deviations from the
average are not used to calculate the MIN, MAX, AVG, and SUM outputs;
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− if all inputs deviate more than the configured number (DEV) of standard deviations, then the MIN,
MAX, AVG, and SUM outputs all equal zero (0), and ALM turns ON.

i=n 2
∑ (X i - X)
i=1
• Standard Deviation (SDEV) = n

where: X = AVG
n = the number of connected inputs.

Input
X1 = First analog value.
X2 = Second analog value.
X3 = Third analog value.
X4 = Fourth analog value.
X5 = Fifth analog value.
X6 = Sixth analog value.

Output
MIN = Calculated minimum analog value.
MAX = Calculated maximum analog value.
AVG = Calculated average of analog values.
SU = Calculated sum of analog values.
SDEV = Square root of Z divided by N, where Z = the sum of individual squared deviations from the
average of the first n inputs.
ALM = Digital signal for alarm indication.

Block properties

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Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Configuration parameters
Table 64 Min/Max/Ave/Sum function block configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Set Calculation Inputs Used N/A Number of inputs connected to 1 to 6

Parameters block

(Connect inputs in numerical

order; that is, unused inputs from
the bottom up - X6, X5, etc.)

Unused inputs default to 0.

Standard 1 Number of standard deviations –99999 to 99999

Deviations within which inputs are used for
calculation <0 No Standard
Deviation

=0 Standard Deviation
with no alarm

>0 Standard Deviation

with alarm

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Example
Figure 55 shows a Function Block Diagram using an MMA function block. In this application, control is
determined by automatic selection of the lowest or highest sensor, such as a thermocouple. As shown the
MMA block is configured for highest (MAX).

Figure 55 MMA function block example

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MSF Mass Flow Calculation Function Block

MSF Mass Flow Calculation Function Block

Description
The MSF label stands for Mass Flow Calculation.

This block is part of the Calculations category.

Function
Calculates gas mass flow (OUT) from differential pressure input value (X) that represents a pressure drop
across an orifice plate (for example). It accepts two other inputs to include pressure (Y) and/or temperature
(Z) compensation in the calculation. The calculation includes square root extraction.
• OUT = Kq * sqrt [(dP * P) / T]

Kq = Orifice Constant
dP = Differential pressure which
= (Kx * X) + Bx; where:
Kx = Delta pressure scaled for desired engineering units
X = Analog input value
Bx = Delta pressure bias in desired engineering units
P = Absolute gas pressure which

= (Ky * Y) + By; where:

Ky = Pressure scaler for desired engineering units
Y = Gas pressure analog input value
By = Pressure bias in desired engineering units
T = Absolute gas temperature which
= (Kz * Z) + Bz; where:
Kz = Temperature scaler for desired engineering units
Z = Gas temperature analog input value
Bz = Temperature bias in desired engineering units
If (Kz* Z) + Bz = 0, then: OUT = 0

• If calculation is <= Dropoff, OUT = 0, else OUT = Calculation

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Input
X = Differential pressure analog value.
Y = Gas pressure analog value.
Z = Gas Temperature analog value.

Output
OUT = Calculated analog value

Block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Configuration parameters

Table 65 Mass flow function block configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Set Calculation Kq 0 Orifice constant –99999 to 999999

Parameters

Kx 1 Delta pressure scaler –99999 to 999999

Ky 2 Pressure scaler –99999 to 999999

Kz 3 Temperature scaler –99999 to 999999

By 4 Pressure bias –99999 to 999999(EU)

Bx 5 Delta pressure bias –99999 to 999999(EU)

Bz 6 Temperature bias –99999 to 999999(EU)

Low Cutoff 7 Low Dropoff Value sets the 0 to 99999 in

output to zero when the Engineering Units
calculation is below this limit.

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Example
Figure 56 shows a MSF Function Block Diagram using inputs to calculate a mass flow output.

Figure 56 MSF function block example

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MUL Multiplier Function Block

MUL Multiplier Function Block

Description
The MUL label stands for Multiplication Mathematical operation (2 Inputs).

This block is part of the Math category..

Function
Multiplies one analog input value (X) by another (Y).
• OUT = X * Y

Input
X = First analog value
Y = Second analog value

Output
OUT = Calculated analog value

Block properties
Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

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Example
Figure 57 shows a Function Block Diagram using a MUL function block

Figure 57 MUL function block example

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4MUL Multiplier (4 input) Function Block

4MUL Multiplier (4 input) Function Block

Description
The 4MUL label stands for Multiplication Mathematical Operation (4Inputs).

This block is part of the Math category.

Function
Multiplies four inputs to get an output.

Input
X1 = First analog value
X2 = Second analog value
X3 = Third Analog value
Y = Fourth Analog value

ATTENTION

All four inputs must be connected. Unconnected inputs default to zero. If only three inputs are
needed, the fourth should be connected to a constant value of 1.

Output
OUT = Calculated analog value

Block properties
Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

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Example
Figure 58 shows correct and incorrect example of a 4MUL function block. Note that all unused inputs must
be connected to a constant value of one.

Figure 58 4MUL function block example

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NEG Negate Function Block

NEG Negate Function Block

Description
The NEG label stands for Negate.

This block is part of the Calculations category.

Function
Convert a value to the opposite sign; i.e., +5 IN = –5 OUT, –6 IN = +6 OUT.
(Invert sign of an analog value.)

Input
X = positive or negative analog value

Output
Y = analog value of opposite sign from input

Block properties
Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Example
Figure 59 shows a Function Block Diagram using a NEG function block.

Figure 59 NEG function block example

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NOT Function Block

NOT Function Block

Description
The NOT label stands for the NOT Boolean logic function or Logic Inverter.

This block is part of the Logic and Fast Logic categories..

Function
Reverse state of a digital input (X).
• OUT = Opposite state of X
If X = ON, then: OUT = OFF.
IF X = OFF, then: OUT = ON.

Input
X = Digital signal

Output
OUT = Complement of input signal

Block properties
Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Example
Figure 60 shows a Function Block Diagram using a NOT function block. Use a single input to place a loop
in manual when the input is ON (1) and return to Auto when OFF (0).

Figure 60 NOT function block example

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ONDT On Delay Timer Function Block

ONDT On Delay Timer Function Block

Description
The ONDT label stands for the On Delay Timer.

This block is part of the Fast Logic and Counters/Timers categories.

Function
Provides an ON state logic output delayed by a user specified delay time after an OFF to ON transition of
the RUN input.
An ON to OFF transition of the RUN input before the delay time has elapsed causes the timer to reset.
Transitions from OFF to ON of the input are not delayed.
• If RUN is OFF, then OUT = OFF
• If previous RUN input is OFF and RUN is ON, then TIMER = DELAY, else if timer is not zero, then
TIMER = TIMER -1.
• If RUN is ON and TIMER is 0, then OUT = ON (delay time has timed out).
Timing Diagram

1
Run Input 0

1
On Delay
Output 0

Input
RUN = Logic Input

Output
OUT = Logic Output

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Block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Configuration parameters
Table 66 On delay timer function block example

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Time Delay Time delay 0 Delay Time - specifies the 0.1 sec, 0 to 99999.9
amount of time the ON state logic
output will occur after an OFF to Enter as 0.1 to 99999 in
ON transition of the RUN input. 0.1 increments

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Example
Figure 61 shows a Function Block Diagram using an ONDT function block.

Figure 61 ONDT function block example

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OFDT Off Delay Timer Function Block

OFDT Off Delay Timer Function Block

Description
The OFDT label stands for the Off Delay Timer.

This block is part of the Fast Logic and Counters/Timers categories.

Function
Provides an OFF state logic output delayed by a user specified delay time after an On to OFF transition of
the RESET input.
An OFF to ON transition of the RESET input before the delay time has elapsed causes the timer to reset.
Transitions from OFF to ON of the input are not delayed.
• IF RESET is ON, then OUT = ON.
• If previous RESET input is ON and RESET is OFF, then TIMER = DELAY.
• If RESET is OFF and TIMER is not 0, then time = TIMER – 1.
• If RESET is OFF and TIMER is 0, then OUT = OFF (delay time is reset).
Timing Diagram

1
Rst Input
0

1
Output Off Delay
0

Input
RST = Logic Input

Output
OUT = Logic Output

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Block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Configuration parameters
Table 67 Off delay timer configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Time Delay Time delay 0 Delay Time - specifies the 0.1 sec, 0 to 99999.9
amount of time the OFF state
logic output will occur after an Enter as 0.1 to 99999 in
ON to OFF transition of the Reset 0.1 increments.
input.

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Example
Figure 62 shows a Function Block Diagram using an OFDT function block.

An OFF delay timer block output is ON as long as the RST input is

logic HI (ON). It can be used for time duration but must be
triggered by an ON to OFF transition on the Reset input. This can
be accomplished using Trigger blocks to create one-shot pulses
which last one scan cycle. The fast logic trigger pulse will last 100
ms. while the normal logic trigger pulse will last the complete scan
cycle for analog blocks. Use according to application need. A
Periodic timer output pulse may also be used to start the timer for
the OFF delay.

Timing Diagram

AND4 output

TRIG1 output

Off delay
OFDT2 output

Figure 62 OFDT function block example

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ON/OFF Function Block

ON/OFF Function Block

Description
The ON/OFF label stands for the On/Off Control function.

This block is part of the Loops category.

Function
Provide ON/OFF control. The output is either ON (100 %) or OFF (0 %).

Inputs
RSP = Remote Setpoint (% or EU per SP Units)
TRV = Track Value Output—1 = ON, 0 = OFF
TRC = Track Value Command—1 = enable, 0 = disable (Mode = Local Override)
SWI = Switch Inputs (from LPSW function block)
MDRQI = External Mode Request (connected to the MDRQO output of a MDSW function block) encoded
as follows:
0.0 = No Change
1.0 = Manual Mode Request
2.0 = Automatic Mode Request
4.0 = Local Setpoint Request
8.0 = Remote Setpoint Request

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Outputs
WSP = Working Setpoint in Engineering Units for monitoring
AL1 = Alarm 1
AL2 = Alarm 2
DIRECT = ON = Direct; OFF = Reverse
MODE = Actual Mode encoded as follows: (Connect to Mode Flags block [MDFL] to encode mode
status.)
0.0 RSP AUTO
1.0 RSP MAN
2.0 RSP Initialization Manual (See ATTENTION)
3.0 RSP Local Override (See ATTENTION)
4.0 LSP AUTO
5.0 LSP MAN
6.0 LSP Initialization Manual (See ATTENTION)
7.0 LSP Local Override (See ATTENTION)
BCO = Back Calculation Output (for blocks used as Cascade Secondary

ATTENTION

When a request to change from Auto to manual is received and:

• the request comes from the operator Interface, the request is ignored.
• the request comes from the Mode Switch (MDSW) function block, the request is retained
and when leaving the Initialization Mode or Local Override Mode the loop will go to manual.

Block properties
Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Configuration parameters
The ON/OFF properties dialog box is divided into 5 tab cards:
GENERAL
START/RESTART
RSP
RANGE/LIMIT
ALARMS
Click on the tab to access the properties for that tab.

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Table 68 ON/OFF General tab configuration parameters

Properties Function Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Block Order N/A Execution Order Read Only. To change block
order, right-click on a Function
Block and select Execution
Order.
Tag Name N/A 16-character tag name
Descriptor N/A Block description
Control Direction N/A Control Action REVERSE - Proportional action
causes output to decrease as
process variable increases.
DIRECT - Proportional action
causes output to increase as
process variable increases.
SP Tracking N/A Setpoint Tracking NONE
TRACK PV - When control
mode is “manual”, local setpoint
tracks process variable.
TRACK RSP - When setpoint is
remote setpoint, local setpoint
tracks remote setpoint.
Hysteresis 19 Output Hysteresis 0 % to 10 % of input span

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Table 69 ON/OFF Start/Restart tab configuration parameter

Modes and Permitted MAN 4 Mode permitted for the Manual

Setpoints Mode initial start and power up
AUTO 5 mode. Automatic

May select both, must select one.

Permitted LSP 6 Setpoint permitted for Local Setpoint

Setpoint the initial start and
RSP 7 power up mode. Remote Setpoint

May select both, must select one.

Initial Mode N/A Mode at NEWSTART Manual

Newstart is the first Automatic

scan cycle following the
cold start of the Select one
controller

Setpoint for N/A Setpoint at NEWSTART Local Setpoint

Initial Mode
Newstart is the first Remote Setpoint
scan cycle following the
cold start of the Select one
controller

Power up N/A Mode at power up Manual

Mode
Retain Last Mode
Same mode (auto or manual)

Select one

Power up N/A Setpoint at power up Local Setpoint

Setpoint
Retain Last LSP/RSP
Same Setpoint (LSP or RSP)

Select one

Power Up Power Up N/A Output at Power up LAST OUT - Same as at power down.
Out Out
FAILSAFE - Failsafe output value.

Failsafe Out 29 Failsafe Output Value –5 % to 105 %

Initial Use initial 30 Use Initial Local Click on radio button to select.
Setpoint LSP Setpoint
Value

Initial LSP 31 Initial Local Setpoint Enter Initial Local Setpoint Value.
Value Value

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RSP tab

Table 70 ON/OFF RSP tab configuration parameters

Properties Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Function

Remote Setpoint Use RSP Input N/A Use Remote Setpoint in Click on radio button to select
Source and Units (EU) Engineering Units

Use RSP Input Use Remote Setpoint in Click on radio button to select
(%) Percent

Use LSP2 Use Local Setpoint #2 in Click on radio button to select

(EU) Engineering Units

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RANGE/LIMIT tab

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Table 71 ON/OFF Range/limit tab configuration parameters

Properties Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Function

Ranging PV High range 0 PV High Range Value –99999 to 99999

PV Low 1 PV Low Range Value –99999 to 99999

Range

Display Decimal N/A Number of digits to display after 0 to 5

Places decimal point.

Units N/A Text to display for EU 6 characters

DEV Bar N/A Deviation Bar Range on the –99999 to 99999

Range (EU) Operator Interface

Limiting SP High Limit 12 Setpoint High Limit Value - –99999 to 99999

prevents the local and remote
setpoints from going above the
value set here.

SP Low limit 13 Setpoint Low Limit Value - –99999 to 99999

prevents the local and remote
setpoints from going below the
value set here.

SP Rate Down 15 Setpoint Rate Down value - when 0 (off) to 9999 (eu/min)
making a setpoint change, this is
the rate at which setpoint will
change from the original setpoint
down to the new one.

SP Rate Up 16 Setpoint Rate Up value - when 0 (off) to 9999 (eu/min)

making a setpoint change, this is
the rate at which setpoint will
change from the original setpoint
up to the new one.

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Table 72 ON/OFF Alarm tab configuration parameters

Properties Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Function

Alarm 1 Setpoint 1 20 Alarm 1 Setpoint 1 Value - this is –99999 to 99999 in

the value at which you want the Engineering Units
alarm type chose below to activate

Type N/A Alarm 1 Setpoint 1 Type - select Selections:

what you want Alarm 1 Setpoint 1 NO ALARM
to represent. PV_HIGH
PV_LOW
DEV_HIGH
DEV_LOW
SP_HIGH
SP_LOW
OUT_HIGH
OUT_LOW

Setpoint 2 21 Alarm 1 Setpoint 2 Value Same as

Alarm 1 Setpoint 1

Type N/A Alarm 1 Setpoint 2 Type Same as

Alarm 1 Setpoint 1

Alarm 2 Setpoint 1 22 Alarm 2 Setpoint 1 Value Same as

Alarm 1 Setpoint 1

Type N/A Alarm 2 Setpoint 1 Type Same as

Alarm 1 Setpoint 1

Setpoint 2 23 Alarm 2 Setpoint 2 Value Same as

Alarm 1 Setpoint 1

Type N/A Alarm 2 Setpoint 2 Type Same as

Alarm 1 Setpoint 1

Alarm Hysteresis % 28 Alarm Hysteresis in % 0 % to 5 %

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Example
Figure 63 shows a Function Block Diagram using an ON/OFF function block.

Figure 63 ON/OFF function block example

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2OR Function Block

Description
The 2OR label stands for the inclusive OR (2 Inputs) Boolean logic function.

This block is part of the Logic and Fast Logic categories.

Function
Monitors two digital input signals (X, Y) to set state of digital output signal (OUT).
• If X = OFF and Y = OFF, then OUT = OFF.
• If X = ON and/or Y = ON, then: OUT = ON.

Input
X = First digital signal.
Y= Second digital signal.

Output
OUT = Digital signal controlled by status of input signals

Block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

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Input state
You can invert Input 1 or input 2 or both. If the input is inverted, an input line that is ON is seen as OFF.
(“N” appears on Icon next to the inverted input.)

Example
Figure 64 shows a Function Block Diagram using a 2OR function block.

Figure 64 2OR function block example

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4OR Function Block

Description
The 4OR label stands for the inclusive OR (4 Inputs) Boolean logic function.

This block is part of the Logic and Fast Logic categories.

Function
Turns digital output (OUT) OFF when inputs X1 through X4 are OFF. Thus,
• If input X1 or X2 or X3 or X4 is ON, then: OUT = ON.
• If all inputs are OFF, then: OUT = OFF.

Input
X1 = First digital signal
X2 = Second digital signal
X3 = Third digital signal
X4 = Fourth digital signal

Output
OUT = Digital signal controlled by status of input signals

Block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

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Input state
You can invert Input 1, 2, 3, 4, or all. If the input is inverted, an input line that is ON is seen as OFF. (“N”
appears on the Icon next to the inverted input.)

ATTENTION

Unused Inputs default to 0.

Example
Figure 65 shows a Function Block Diagram using a 4OR function block.

Output = X1 or X2 or X3 or X4

Figure 65 4OR function block example

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8OR Function Block

Description
The 8OR label stands for the inclusive OR (8 Inputs) Boolean logic function.

This block is part of the Logic and Fast Logic categories.

Function
Turns digital output (OUT) OFF when inputs X1 through X8 are off, thus:
• If input X1 or X2 or X3 or X4 or X5 or X6 or X7 or X8 is ON, then: OUT = ON.
• If all inputs are OFF, then: OUT = OFF.

Input
X1 = First digital signal
X2 = Second digital signal
X3 = Third digital signal
X4 = Fourth digital signal
X5 = Fifth digital signal
X6 = Sixth digital signal
X7 = Seventh digital signal
X8 = Eight digital signal.

Output
OUT = Digital signal controlled by status of input signals

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Block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Input state
You can invert Input 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 or all. If the input is inverted, an input line that is ON is seen as
OFF. (“N” appears on the ICON next to the inverted input.)

CAUTION

Unused Inputs default to 0.

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Example
Figure 66 shows a Function Block Diagram using an 8OR function block.

Output = X1 or X2 or X3 or X4 or X5 or X6 or X7 or X8

Figure 66 8OR function block example

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PB Pushbutton Function Block

PB Pushbutton Function Block

Description
The PB label stands for the inclusive Pushbutton.

This block is part of the Logic category.

Function
Provides the interface from the operator panel to the logic functions of the controller. Provides a one-shot
logic ON in response to pressing the corresponding function key on the operator interface.
This selection lets you configure the Pushbutton function display that will provide the interface to the four
logic operator keypad keys (F1 through F4). You can do this for up to four Pushbutton blocks giving you 4
groups (total 16 pushbuttons) that can be set up for selection on your display buttons (1-8).
When you select a pushbutton group on a display button (1-8), the operator interface will display the
pushbutton function group screen and buttons F1-F4 on the operator interface will display the information
that has been set up for that group.

Output
F1 = Provide 1 shot logic ON in response to pressing Pushbutton F1
F2 = Provide 1 shot logic ON in response to pressing Pushbutton F2
F3 = Provide 1 shot logic ON in response to pressing Pushbutton F3
F4 = Provide 1 shot logic ON in response to pressing Pushbutton F4

Configuration
Double click on the function block to access the “Pushbutton Display Configuration” dialog box.

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Configuration procedure
Follow the procedure in Table 73 to configure the Pushbutton Function Groups.

Table 73 Pushbutton function group configuration

• There are four pushbuttons that can be configured for

each block.

You can assign just a label for the display using the
Output descriptor.

You can also select signal tags from the “Signal Tag
List” if you require a feedback signal to be shown on the
pushbutton display.

• Enter the Tag Name Text in the appropriate field.

• Enter the Group Title Text in the appropriate field.

The “Signal Tag List” field shows all the Signal Tags that
have been configured on the Function Block Diagram.
Select “All Signals”, ”Analog Signals”, or “Digital
Signals”.

• To Add a Digital Signal tag to a Pushbutton

location:
Click on a signal tag in the list, then click on
“Insert/Replace”. The selected Signal tag will be
placed in the next available position in the “Signal
Tags/Descriptors” field.

• To Insert a Digital Signal tag to a Pushbutton

location:
Select a position in the “Signal Tags/Descriptors”
field., then click on INSERT. (You must click in the
first column of the Selected Signal Tag list to select
a row.) The selected Signal tag will be placed in the
position chosen, and other signal tags will move
down as required. You may only insert to the
occupied portion of the list. An attempt to insert to
any empty row will place the new item in the first
empty row.

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The selected Signal Tag will be placed in the “Signal

Tags/Descriptors” field
• Repeat selection for up to 4 Pushbuttons.

• To delete a selected Tag, click on the position of the

tag and click “Delete”.

• To Add or Edit and output descriptor to the display,

click on the “Bttn” number and then on “Edit
Descriptor” and type in the descriptor in the Edit
field.

• Click “OK”.

You can assign Pushbutton Configuration Groups

to Display Buttons, refer to Display Buttons (1-8)
Configuration in the Process Control Designer
User's Guide.

Example
Figure 67 is an overview of a pushbutton configuration.

Figure 67 PB function block example

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PDE Peer Data Exchange Function Block

PDE Peer Data Exchange Function Block

Description
The PDE label stands for Peer Data Exchange.

This block is part of the Communications categories.

Function
A communications function block that allows interconnecting controllers with Ethernet media and
networking devices communicate with each other.
It requires one block per controller; up to 32 controllers maximum. It supports up to
8 Read and 4 Write parameters. By connecting PDR and PWD blocks, a PDE communication block can
support up to 70 peer exchanges with each peer controller, however there is a limit of 44 Writes supported.
The block does not support forcing, but will allow data writes to any of its inputs.

Inputs
EV1 through EV4 - [ON] - data value written per scan
WR1 through WR4 - Values to be written to the selected controller
Attention: The block does not support bit packing and single bit writing.
If the register is an integer type, the floating point input will be rounded up prior to the address register.

Outputs
RD1 through RD8 - last read value from the selected controller.
NO SCAN - ON = device is not receiving updates from peer
OFF = device is receiving updates from peer
NO CONN - ON = cannot connect to peer device
OFF = Good connection, Peer found.

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Block Properties
Double click on the function block to access the function block properties.

Block properties
Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Dialog box structure

The PDE properties dialog box is divided into 3 tab cards
GENERAL
READ
WRITE
Click on the tab to access the properties for that tab.

GENERAL tab

Table 74 PDE General tab configuration parameters

Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Peer N/A Name of the Peer Enter the peer controller name in the
Controller controller for this block active field. 12 characters max.
Name

Scan Rate N/A Set to equal to or Click on radio button to select

for Reads greater than 2X the
analog cycle scan rate
of the peer device.
Scan rate selection for
reads:
0.25 seconds
0.5 seconds
1.0 seconds
5.0 seconds

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READ tab

Table 75 PDE Read tab configuration parameters

Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Read Signal N/A Activates the RD1 Click on selection box for the pin number.
through RD8 pins for
reads.

Signal N/A Signal Tag number that Enter a tag number from the report.
Number appears on the Tag
Information Report. You can also use the "Find a Signal
tag" procedure to find the Signal Tag
See "Tag Information number.
Example".

Use Last N/A Use the last known Click on selection box for the pin number.
Value value for when the
associated data
connection is invalid.

Failsafe 41 Failsafe value for when Enter a failsafe value.

Value through the associated data
48 connection is invalid.

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WRITE tab

Table 76 PDE Write tab configuration parameters

Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Write N/A Activates the WR1 Click on selection box next to the pin
Variable through WR4 pins for number.
writes.

Variable N/A Variable number that Enter a variable number from the report.
Number appears on the Tag
Information Report. You can also use the "Find a Signal
tag" procedure to find the variable
See "Tag Information number.
Example".

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Example
The problem that is being addressed is to control a PID in Unit 2 from a recipe and OI located on unit 1.

Figure 68 PDE Function Block Example

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PDR Peer Data Read Function Block

Description
The PDR label stands for Peer Data Read.

This block is part of the Communications categories..

Function
A Peer Data Exchange block that expands the Read capability of the PDE function block to 16 additional
points.
Multiple blocks may be connected to the same PDE function block.
The PDR Read block has 16 outputs. The Peer Data Exchange destination for each of the 16 input can be
configured.

Inputs
RD1 through RD16 - Values to be written to the selected peer controller

Outputs
None

Block Properties
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Configuration Parameters

Edit Output Pins

Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Read Signal N/A Activates the RD1 through Click on selection box next to the pin
RD16 pins for reads. number.

Signal N/A Signal Tag number that Enter a tag number from the report.
Number appears on the Tag
Information Report. You can also use the "Find a
Signal tag" procedure to find the
See "Tag Information Signal Tag number.
Example".

Use Last N/A Use the last known value for Click on selection box for the pin
Value when the associated data number.
connection is invalid.

Failsafe N/A Failsafe value for when the Enter a failsafe value.
Value associated data connection
is invalid.

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PDW Peer Data Write Function Block

Description
The PDW label stands for Peer Data Write.

This block is part of the Communications categories.

Function
A Peer Data Exchange block that expands the Write capability of the PDE function block to 8 additional
points.
Multiple blocks may be connected to the same PDE function block, however there is a limit of 44 Writes
supported..
The PDW Write block has 8 outputs. The Peer Data Exchange destination for each of the 8 input can be
configured.

Inputs
^EV1 through EV8 - Event Inputs to trigger write on rising edge.
WR1 through WR8 - Values to be written to the selected peer controller

Outputs
None

Block Properties
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Configuration Parameters

Edit Input Pins

Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Write N/A Activates the WR1 through Click on selection box next to the pin
Variable WR8 pins for writes. number.

Variable N/A Variable number that Enter a variable number from the
Number appears on the Tag report.
Information Report.
You can also use the "Find a
See "Tag Information Signal tag" procedure to find the
Example". variable number.

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PI Pulse Input
Description
The PI label stands for Pulse Input.

Function
This function block reads pulses from a single input channel on a Pulse/Frequency/Quadrature input
module. It measures quantity by scaling the number of pulses to engineering units (EU). It measures rate in
engineering units by dividing number of pulses by time. The preset values, reset, preset action, and hold
flags are sent to the module and the module responds with accumulated pulse counts, preset indicator
(PREI) (when preset value is reached), counter overflow indicator (OVFL), and FAIL. The block converts
the accumulated pulse count to EU

Inputs
HOLD = A Boolean value when set to ON holds the EU count (OUT) at its current value.
RPRES = Remote preset value (in EU). When OUT reaches this value (or the local preset value) PREI
turns ON.
^RST = An OFF to ON transition resets the module’s pulse counter and the block’s OUT to zero. It also
clears the FAIL, PREI and OVFL flags.

Outputs
FAIL = Failed Input Indication. A Boolean value that turns ON when the Pulse/Frequency/Quadrature
Input module reports a failure. This is cleared by the ^RST input.
PREI = Preset indicator. OFF [0] when OUT = less than the local or remote preset value, ON when the
count (OUT) reaches the local or remote preset value. The hardware module determines the state of the
PREI output. Note: due to the delay in messaging and the responsive time of the module, there can be a lag
between the PREI output of the function block versus the DO on the module. This lag can be as much as 1
scan cycle. PREI is cleared by the ^RST input. A preset value of 0 effectively turns off the Preset allowing
the counter to count continuously until held or reset.
OVFL = Overflow flag. This turns ON when the counter on the module is full. This is cleared by the
^RST input.
RATE = Rate in EU/Time Period. Input pulses are counted over a specified Sample Time and scaled to
EU/Second, EU/Minute or EU/Hour.
OUT = The accumulated Engineering Unit (EU) count. The forcing of OUT is permitted within this block.

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Hints
If it is necessary to turn off a device when the pulse counter is placed in HOLD, it is recommended that you
also tie the source of the input HOLD signal to a DO block. The DO block would then control the On/off
State of the device.

Configuration Parameters
Table 77 Pulse Input Configuration Parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Description Value or Selection

Block Order N/A Execution Order for Read Only. To change

Block. block order, right-click on a
Function Block and select
Execution Order.

Address Rack 0 This is the rack Enter a value: from 1 to 5.

address of the PFQ
module.

Module 0 Module address of Enter a value: from 1 to

the PFQ module. 12.

Channel 0 Channel on selected Enter a value: from 1 to 4

Module.

Pulse Weight Pulses per EU 1 Example: if

measuring gallons
and if 100 pulses = 1
gallon, enter 100.

Rate Sample Time 5 The output RATE is Enter 0-60 seconds using
calculated by 0.5 sec. intervals.
counting number of
pulses per Sample
Time and scaling it to
EU/Time Period.
Sample Time is a
rolling window of
time (updated each
scan cycle) used to
count pulses. The
longer the Sample
Time the smoother
the rate output and
the longer it will take
to change; the
smaller the Sample
Time the noisier the
rate output but the
quicker the
response.

Time Period 6 Time unit used to Select Per Second, Per

scale the rate from Minute, Per Hour
pulses per Sample
Time to:

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Properties Group Parameter Index # Description Value or Selection

EU per Minute, or

EU per Hour

Preset Use Remote 4 Uses RPRES input Click to select.

pin in EU.

Use Local 4 Uses local preset Click to select. Enter

count in EU. value. Enter 0 for no alarm
indication on PREI (there
are no limits).

Preset Output Latched Until 2 The PFQ module output

Action Reset transistor latches ON until
reset. PREI latches ON
until PFQ module
acknowledges the reset.

Momentary 2 The PFQ module output

transistor turns ON for 1
second. PREI turns on for
approx. 1 second. Counter
is reset to zero and count
continues.

Example

Figure 69 PI function block example

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POUT Pulse Output

POUT Pulse Output

Description
The POUT label stands for Pulse Output.

Function
This function block generates a pulse train of a specified number of pulses following a start instruction. The
pulse frequency is selectable. The output controls an output transistor on a Pulse/Frequency/Quadrature
module. The number of pulses remaining following a start instruction is provided on the output pin.

Inputs
ENABL = Boolean value when ON enables the block, OFF disables the block. No connection defaults to
enabled.
^START #PLS = Start # of pulses. An OFF to ON transition starts the pulse train output specified by
#PULSES. (Unless START CONT. = ON)
#PULSES = Number of pulses in the pulse train triggered by ^START #PLS.
START CONT. = Start Continuous Pulse Train. When START CONT. = OFF the output pin value is
number of pulses remaining. When START CONT. = ON the module’s output is a continuous pulse train
and output pin value is zero. START CONT. = ON gets priority over a counted pulse train triggered by
^START #PLS.

Outputs
FAIL = Failed Input Indication. A Boolean value that turns ON when the Pulse/ Frequency/ Quadrature
Input module reports a failure.
OUT = When START CONT. = OFF, output pin value is number of pulses remaining and the module
outputs the number of pulses. When START CONT. = ON, output pin value is zero and the module outputs
a continuous pulse train.

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Configuration Parameters
Table 78 Pulse Output Configuration Parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Description Value or Selection

Block Order N/A Execution Order for Read Only. To change

Block block order, right-click on a
Function Block and select
Execution Order.

Address Rack 0 This is the address Enter a value: from 1 to 5.

of the selected Rack.

Module 0 Address of selected Enter a value: from 1 to 12

module (must match
model selection
guide)

Channel 0 Channel on selected Enter a value: from 1 to 4

Module. The use of a
particular output
channel will render
the particular input
channel unusable.

Pulse Train Frequency 1 Output frequency of Enter a value: 25Hz –

Parameter the pulse train. 10kHz.

Pulse width = 0.50 x

(1/frequency)

Range: 0.05ms –
20ms

Failsafe Immediate Off 3 Pulse stops and Click on Radio button to

output immediately select
goes off.

Finish Pulse 3 Pulse train finishes Click on Radio button to

then output goes off. select

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Example

Figure 70 POUT function block example

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PID Function Block

PID Function Block

Description
The PID label stands for Proportional, Integral, Derivative (3-mode) control action.

This block is part of the Loops category.

Function
Provides Proportional (P), Integral (I) and Derivative (D), (3-mode) control action based on the deviation or
error signal created by the difference between the setpoint (SP) and the Process variable analog input value
(PV).
It provides two digital output signals for alarms based on configured parameters.
The PID function block provides for Feedforward, Cascade, and Ratio control.
Automatic tuning with Fuzzy Logic Overshoot Suppression can be configured.
Digital inputs may be used to set control mode, select the setpoint source, change control action plus other
discrete actions.
For examples of PID Control, refer to:
Basic PID Configuration
Duplex Control
Cascade Control
Ratio Control
Cascade Control of Boiler Drum Level
Cascade Control of a Boiler Drum Level - 3 Element Feedwater Control

Inputs
PV = Process Variable Analog Input value in Engineering Units to be controlled
RSP = Remote Setpoint Analog Input value in Engineering Units or Percent to provide external setpoint
FFV = Feedforward value in percent. The Feedforward value is multiplied by the Feedforward Gain, then
directly summed into the output of the PID block.

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TRV = Output Track value in Percentage (PID Output = TRV Input when TRC = ON.)
TRC = Output Track Command [ON, OFF] (On -Enables TRV.) (Mode = Local Override)
BIAS = Remote Bias value for Ratio PID
SWI = Switch Inputs (from SWO on LPSW function block)
0 = No Change
1 = Initiate Autotuning
2 = Change Control Action
4 = Force Bumpless Transfer
8 = Switch to Tune Set 1
16 = Switch to Tune Set 2
MDRQI = External Mode request (typically connected to the MDRQO output of a MDSW function block
that encoded discrete switch inputs).
0 = No Change
1 = Manual Mode Request
2 = Auto Mode Request
4 = Local Mode Request
8 = Remote Mode Request
BCI = Back Calculation Input (for blocks used as Cascade Primary)—See ATTENTION 2.

Outputs
OUT = Control Output
WSP = Working Setpoint in Engineering Units for monitoring
AL1 = Alarm 1 - Digital Signal
AL2 = Alarm 2 - Digital Signal
DIRECT = ON = Direct; OFF = Reverse
ATI = Autotune Indicator (ON = Autotune in Progress)
MODE = Loop mode status (typically connected to the Mode Flags block for encoding). Value indicates
modes as follows:
0.0 RSP AUTO
1.0 RSP MAN
2.0 RSP Initialization Manual (See ATTENTION 1)
3.0 RSP Local Override (See ATTENTION 1)
4.0 LSP AUTO
5.0 LSP MAN
6.0 LSP Initialization Manual (See ATTENTION 1)
7.0 LSP Local Override (See ATTENTION 1)
BCO - Back Calculation Output (for blocks used as Cascade Secondary)—See ATTENTION 2.

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ATTENTION

1. When a request to change from Auto to manual is received and:

− the request comes from the operator Interface, the request is ignored.

− the request comes from the Mode Switch (MDSW) function block, the request is retained
and when leaving the Initialization Mode or Local Override Mode the loop will go to
manual.

2. BCO output is provided for applications where the block is used as a cascade secondary.
BCI input is provided for applications where the block is used as a cascade primary. When
the BCO output of a secondary loop is connected to the BCI input of a primary loop,
bumpless transfer is achieved when the secondary is switched into remote setpoint (i.e.,
cascade) mode. In addition, the primary loop is prevented from reset windup when the
secondary is de-coupled from the process. The secondary is de-coupled from the process
when it is in local setpoint mode or manual output mode or has reached a setpoint or
output limit or is integral limiting because of its BCI input. For example, see Figure 73.

Operation details
The PV Hi/Lo range values configured in the PID-Range/Limit Tab determine the points at which the block
status changes to a fail condition, driving the output to the configured failsafe value. There is no dead band
for these PID block limits. To prevent the loop from going to failsafe, the user can adjust the PV Hi/Lo
settings to allow for slight variations of the PV value from an AI channel that operates at or near these
limits. Additionally, if the PV value exceeds the configured limits, the PID block will indicate a PV out of
range status and will cause the bad block pin of the system monitor block to energize.
When the control mode is switched from Manual to Automatic, the mode switchover is bumpless and the
PID loop's integration time is set to zero. Control Action is then determined by the control loop
configuration and tuning.
In version 4.X controller firmware, the system default is set to cause a manual mode to override the Track
command; the user has the option to change this setting in HC Designer to allow the Track command to
override the Manual mode output. This action is a master setting and cannot be configured per loop.
When the output of a PID loop is driven to the Hi or Lo Output limit, the integral value is clamped to
prevent reset wind up.

Block properties
Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Dialog box structure

The PID properties dialog box is divided into 7 tab cards
GENERAL
START/RESTART
RSP
RANGE/LIMIT
TUNING
ACCUTUNE III
ALARMS
Click on the tab to access the properties for that tab.

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Table 79 PID General tab configuration parameters

Properties Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Group

Block Order N/A Execution Order Read Only. To change block order, right-
click on a Function Block and select
Execution Order.

Tag Name N/A 16 character tag name

Descriptor N/A Block descriptor

Control Algorithm N/A Control Algorithm PID A - is normally used for 3 mode
control. The output can be adjusted
Note: In PID B, step somewhere between 100 % and 0 %. It
changes in setpoint applies all three control actions -
will not bump the Proportional (P), Integral (I), and
output; the output will Derivative (D) - to the error signal.
slew smoothly to the
new value. PID B - Unlike the PID-A equation, the
controller gives only an integral response
In PID A, a step to a setpoint change, with no effect on
change in setpoint will the output due to the Gain or Rate action,
result in a step change and gives full response to PV changes.
in output.
DUPA - like PID A but provides an
automatic method to switch tuning
constant sets for Heat/Cool applications.

DUPB - like PID B but provides an

automatic method to switch tuning
constant sets for Heat/Cool applications.

NOTE: With PID B or DUPB selection,

you will not be allowed to set RESET or
RPM to 0.00 (OFF). Reset must be
enabled.

Direction N/A Control Action DIRECT - PID action causes output to

increase as process variable increases.

REVERSE - PID action causes output to

decrease as process variable increases.

SP Tracking N/A Setpoint Tracking None

Track PV - When control mode is

“manual”, local setpoint tracks process
variable.

Track RSP - When setpoint is “remote

setpoint”, local setpoint tracks remote
setpoint.

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Table 80 PID Start/Restart tab configuration parameter

Modes and Permitted MAN 8 Mode permitted for the Manual

Setpoints Mode initial start and power up Automatic
AUTO 9 mode.
May select both, must select one.
Permitted LSP 10 Setpoint permitted for Local Setpoint
Setpoint the initial start and Remote Setpoint
RSP 11 power up mode.
May select both, must select one.

Initial Mode N/A Mode at NEWSTART Manual

Automatic
Newstart is the first
scan cycle following the Select one
cold start of the
controller

Setpoint for N/A Setpoint at NEWSTART Local Setpoint

Initial Mode Remote Setpoint
Newstart is the first
scan cycle following the Select one
cold start of the
controller

Power up N/A Mode at power up Manual

Mode Retain Last Mode
Same mode (auto or manual)
Select one
Power up N/A Setpoint at power up Local Setpoint
Setpoint Retain Last LSP/RSP
Same Setpoint (LSP or RSP)
Select one
Power Up Power Up N/A Output at Power up LAST OUT - Same as at power down.
Out Out FAILSAFE - Failsafe output value.
Failsafe Out 16 Failsafe Output Value –5 % to 105 %

Initial Use initial 49 Use Initial Local Click on radio button to select
Setpoint LSP Setpoint
Value

Initial LSP 50 Initial Local Setpoint Enter Initial Local Setpoint Value
Value Value

High Output Use Limit 51 High Limit Override Click radio button to select.
Limit Select Control -
Limit Value See NOTE 1

Delay Time 52 Delay Time for High Enter time in minutes to use TRV as the
Limit Output Select output high limit. See NOTE 1.

Ramp Rate 53 Ramp Rate for High Enter Rate in % per minute to ramp
Limit Output Select the default output high limit after
delay time expires.

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Note 1. When ON, the HiLimOvr parameter causes the meaning of TRC and TRV to be redefined for process
startup rate control. In this case, TRC set ON causes the algorithm to calculate a value to override the default output
high limit.
The initial value of the limit override comes from TRV. This value is held until the configured delay time expires.
A delay time of zero means delay indefinitely. In this case, the output high limit will track the value on TRV until
such time that TRC returns to OFF.
When the delay time expires, the output limit will ramp to the default configured value and the configured ramp rate.
When the ramped output limit equals or exceeds the default configured value, the output limit override status is set
OFF and the default value is used. A ramp rate of zero will cause immediate termination of the high output limit
override.
A transition of the TRC input to OFF at any time will terminate the output limit override function and restore the
limit to the default configured value. The TRC input must transition to OFF before the output limit override
function can be started again.

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RSP tab

Table 81 PID RSP tab configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Remote Setpoint Use RSP N/A Use Remote Setpoint in Click on radio button to select
Source and Units Input (EU) Engineering Units

Use RSP Use Remote Setpoint in Click on radio button to select

Input (%) Percent

Use LSP2 Use Local Setpoint #2 in Click on radio button to select

(EU) Engineering Units

Ratio/Bias No Ratio or N/A No ratio and bias applied Click on radio button to select
Bias to the function block

(RSP Input Only) Use Local Use Bias value selected Click on radio button to select
Bias on Tab Enter value at “Local Bias
Value” on tab.

Use Bias Use Bias value attached to Click on radio button to select
Input an input to the block

Local Bias 46 Local bias value in Enter local bias value

Value (EU) engineering units –99999 to 99999

Ratio 45 Gain value for Ratio PID –20 to +20

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RANGE/LIMIT tab

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Table 82 PID Range/limit tab configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Ranging PV High 4 PV High Range Value –99999 to 99999

Range

PV Low 5 PV Low Range Value –99999 to 99999

Range

Display Decimal N/A Number of digits to display after 0 to 5

Places decimal point.

Units N/A Text to display for EU 6 characters

DEV Bar N/A Deviation Bar Range on the –99999 to 99999

Range (EU) Operator Interface

Limiting SP High 17 Setpoint High Limit Value - –99999 to 99999

Limit prevents the local and remote
setpoints from going above the
value set here.

SP Low 18 Setpoint Low Limit Value - prevents –99999 to 99999

Limit the local and remote setpoints from
going below the value set here.

Out High 20 Output High Limit Value - is the –5 % to 105 %

Limit highest value of output beyond
which you do not want the
automatic output to exceed

Out Low 21 Output Low Limit Value - is the –5 % to 105 %

Limit lowest value of output beyond
which you do not want the
automatic output to exceed

SP Rate 41 Setpoint Rate Down value - when 0 (off) to 9999 (eu/min)

Down making a setpoint change, this is
the rate at which setpoint will
change from the original setpoint
down to the new one.

SP Rate Up 42 Setpoint Rate Up value - when 0 (off) to 9999 (eu/min)

making a setpoint change, this is
the rate at which setpoint will
change from the original setpoint
up to the new one.

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TUNING tab

ATTENTION

Use of Tune SET 1 or 2 can be selected via input (SWI) from the Loop Switch block output
(SWO) or, in the case of DUP_A or DUP_B, automatically depending on the value of the
previous output (≥ 50 % or < 50 %).

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Table 83 PID Tuning tab configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Tuning Constants Prop Band 0 Proportional Band (PB) - is the 0.1 to 1000
PB1 or percentage of the range of the
Gain1 measured variable for which a
proportional controller will produce
a 100 % change in its output.
or
Gain 36 Gain - is the ratio of output change 0.1 % to 1000 %
PB2 or (%) over the measured variable
Gain2 change (%) that caused it. ATTENTION: Enter
values for tuning set 1
and tuning set 2 in
100 % specified fields.
G=
PB %

where PB is the proportional Band

(in %)

Reset 2 RESET (Integral Time) - adjusts the 0.02 to 50.00

Minutes Reset1 controller’s output according to both
the size of the deviation (SP-PV)
or or and the time it lasts. The amount of
Must be enabled for
corrective action depends on the
PID-B or DUP-B
Repeats per 38 value of Gain.
algorithm selections.
Minute Reset2
The reset adjustment is measured
as how many times proportional
action is repeated per minute
(Repeats/minute) or how many
minutes before one repeat of the
proportional action occurs
(Minutes/repeat).

Rate Minutes 1 RATE action, in minutes affects the 0 or 0.1 to 10.00

Rate1 controller’s output whenever the minutes
deviation is changing; and affects it
or more when the deviation is 0 = OFF
changing faster.
37Rate
2

Feedforward Gain Feedforward 43 Applies Gain to the feedforward 0.0 to 10.0

Gain value (FFV). Feedforward Input is
multiplied by this value.

Manual Reset Manual 32 MANUAL RESET- is only –100 to 100

Reset applicable if you do not use RESET (in % of Output)
(Integral Time)

Allows correction of output to

account for load changes to bring
the PV up to setpoint.

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ACCUTUNEIII tab

Table 84 PID Accutune III tab configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Accutune III Type Disabled N/A Disables Accutune III Click on radio button to
select.
Cycle Tuning Tuning parameter values are Click on radio button to
derived from the process response select.
to the resultant action of causing
the PV to oscillate about the SP
value. ( Note 1 - Page 317)
SP Tuning Tuning based on the process Click on radio button to
response to a SP change. select.
(Note 2 – Page 317)
SP Tuning UP N/A The selection of either UP or Click on radio button to
Direction DOWN results in the SP Change select.
Down value added or subtracted from the
(For SP Tuning present SP value.
selection)
SP Process Process Gain 16 Gain identification value for the Range is 0.10 to 10.0
process. This value is used to Normal value is 1.
(For SP Tuning
estimate the size of the initial output
selection)
step for a SP Tune.
SPTune 57 This defines the value of the initial Range is: 5 to 15
Change output step change that is used as percent.
the target for process identification..

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PV Adaptive Disable N/A Disables PV Adaptive tune Click on radio button to

Tuning select.
Enable N/A This method adapts a tuned Click on radio button to
process to changing system select.
characteristics over time. When the
PV deviates from the SP by a
certain amount for any reason.
(Note 3 – Page 317)
Tuning Criteria Normal N/A Conservative tuning designed to Click on radio button to
calculate critically damped tuning select.
parameter values that produce
minimal overshoot.
Fast N/A More aggressive tuning than
Normal, designed to calculate
under damped parameter values
providing faster control to the
setpoint but may have some
overshot.
Duplex Tuning Disable N/A Disable -Duplex type tuning is Click on radio button to
disabled and simplex type tuning is select.
(Active for used instead.
Algorithm DUPA
or DUPB on Manual Manual - Tuning must be initiated
General Tab with manually for each side. The
Cycle Tuning) current LSP or RSP value is used
as the target SP for the desired
heat or cool side tuning. For the
heat side, the output cycles
between 50 percent and the high
output limit and for the cool side the
output cycles between 50 percent
and the low output limit. Tuning
values are calculated and stored
only for the side tuned.

Automatic Heat and Cool tuning are

sequentially performed
automatically. During the operation
of this tuning the target SP used is
the mid point between the high
output limit and 50 percent for the
heat side and the low output limit
and 50 percent for the cool side.
During tuning for each side the
cycling of the output results in the
PV oscillating around the target SP
value. From the data gathered
during the oscillations, tuning
values are calculated and stored for
each side. After tuning on both
sides is completed, the process SP
is returned to the value of the last
SP used prior to the initiation of the
tuning procedure.

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34 Fuzzy Overshoot Suppression minimizes overshoot after a

Enable Fuzzy Overshoot setpoint change or a process disturbance.
Suppression
The fuzzy logic observes the speed and direction of the PV
signal as it approaches the setpoint and temporarily modifies
Click on block to select the internal controller response action as necessary to avoid
an overshoot.
There is no change to the PID algorithm, and the fuzzy logic
does not alter the PID tuning parameters.
This feature can be independently Enabled or Disabled as
required by the application to work with “TUNE” On-Demand
tuning.

ATTENTION

Accutune III is an On-demand tune only. You must provide a 0 to 1 transition to start another
tuning cycle. The tuning will disturb the output to evaluate the tuning constants required.

Note 1: CYCLE TUNING - This tuning method uses the measured ultimate gain and period to produce
tuning parameter values. Cycle tuning does not distinguish between process lags and always results in gain
based on PV amplitude and calculates values of Reset and Rate based on time of the SP crossings (The
Reset value is always 4x the Rate value.) This method does not require a stable process initially and the
process may be moving. Cycle tuning is applicable to Three Position Step control and can be used for
integrating processes (level control).
Note 2: SP TUNING - When initiated the control loop is put into an initial temporary manual state until
the process characteristics are identified. This period may last up to a minute. During this time the Tune
status shows Not Ready, then an initial output step is made using the preconfigured size and direction
parameters along with the preset output value. The resultant process action is used to determine the tuning
parameters and once the process identification has completed, the loop is returned to automatic control.
Note 3: PV ADAPTIVE TUNING - This method adapts a tuned process to changing system
characteristics over time. When the PV deviates from the SP by a certain amount for any reason, the
adaptive tuning algorithm becomes active and begins to observe the resulting PV action. If the process
becomes unstable and oscillates, PV Adaptive Tuning eventually brings the process into control by retuning
parameter values (as needed) using a systematic approach defined by an expert based method of tuning
rules. Should the process not oscillate but be observed as too fast or sluggish, a different expert rules set is
applied to result in the slowing down or speeding up of the process by adjusting certain tuning parameter
values. This method continuously learns the process as PV deviations are observed and adapts the tuning
parameters to the process response.

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Table 85 PID Alarms tab configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Alarm 1 Setpoint 1 23 Alarm 1 Setpoint 1 Value –99999 to 99999 in Engineering

- this is the value at which Units
you want the alarm type
chose below to activate Within the PV range when alarm
type is PV or SP

Within PV span when alarm type

is DEV

–5 % to 105 % when alarm type

is output.

Type N/A Alarm 1 Setpoint 1 Type Selections:

- select what you want
Alarm 1 Setpoint 1 to NO ALARM
represent.
PV_HIGH High PV Alarm

PV_LOW Low PV Alarm

DEV_HIGH High Deviation

alarm

DEV_LOW Low Deviation

alarm

SP_HIGH High Setpoint

alarm

SP_LOW Low Setpoint

alarm

OUT_HIGH High Output

alarm

OUT_LOW Low Output

alarm

Setpoint 2 24 Alarm 1 Setpoint 2 Value Same as Alarm 1 Setpoint 1

Type N/A Alarm 1 Setpoint 2 Type Same as Alarm 1 Setpoint 1

Alarm 2 Setpoint 1 25 Alarm 2 Setpoint 1 Value Same as Alarm 1 Setpoint 1

Type N/A Alarm 2 Setpoint 1 Type Same as Alarm 1 Setpoint 1

Setpoint 2 26 Alarm 2 Setpoint 2 Value Same as Alarm 1 Setpoint 1

Type N/A Alarm 2 Setpoint 2 Type Same as Alarm 1 Setpoint 1

Alarm % 31 Alarm Hysteresis in % 0 % to 5 %

Hysteresis

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Example 1 - Basic PID configuration example

Figure 71 shows a Function Block Diagram using a simplified PID Configuration (reference only) and its
basic Configuration.

Analog Input block

FAIL

Remote Setpoint Input PID Block (Simplified)

Alarm Outputs (Digital Signal)

Analog Variable- used to provide
a remote setpoint value.

Analog Output Block

Figure 71 PID function block example

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Example 2 - Duplex control - PID with heat/cool (duplex) output

Figure 72 Duplex control example

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Example 3 - Cascade control

The Cascade loop uses 2 PID blocks with the Back Calculation pin of the secondary connected to the
primary loop. This transfers values back to the primary loop to adjust the PID for changes due to manual
control.

Figure 73 Cascade control example

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Example 4 - Ratio control

The RATIO control loop requires selection of the

remote SP of the PID for ratio control. The Ratio
and Bias values are available for adjustment
from the Control Setup screen of the Operator
Interface. The Bias may be a local value or come
from an external source such as an O2 analyzer
trim arrangement. You may elect to use % for
the ratioed inputs (typically for boiler
applications) or Eng. Units (EU) (for feed flows to
a reactor, for example).

Air (controlled variable)= Ratio x Fuel (RSP, or wild variable) + BIAS

External Bias
Input

Figure 74 Ratio control example

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Example 5 - Cascade control of a boiler drum level - basic

Note: All physical

Steam connections are by
I/O cards

FAIL FAIL

Steam Drum
LT 1

M FT 2

Feedwater Flow

Figure 75 Cascade control of a boiler drum level - basic

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Example 6 - Cascade control of a boiler drum level - 3 element feedwater control

Steam
Note: All physical
connections are by
LT 2
I/O cards

Steam Drum
LT 1

M FT 2

Feedwater Flow

Figure 76 Cascade control of a boiler drum level - 3 element feedwater control

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PPO Position Proportional Output Function Block

PPO Position Proportional Output Function Block

Description
The PPO label stands for Position Proportional Output. This block is part of the I/O Blocks
category.

Function
Allows the control of a valve or other actuator having an electric motor driven by two digital output
channels; one to move the motor upscale, the other to move it downscale, with a feedback signal
to indicate motor position. Supports motor speeds from 12 -300 seconds.
Note: PPO block requires calibration to the specific motor used. The calibration data is stored
within the configuration file, so it is important to save the controller configuration after a calibration
is performed. Reference PPO calibration in the Designer User Guide, 51-52-25-100.”

Input
PSP = Position Setpoint – Scaled or %(default)

Output
POS = Position Feedback Value from Feedback Signal (%)
MFAIL = Motor failure Indication. ON = Motor Failure (not moving)
FFAIL = Failed Feedback Input Indicator – AI Error

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Block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

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Configurable Parameters

Table 86 Position Proportional Motor Control

Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Block Order N/A Execution Order for Block Read Only. To change block
order, right-click on a Function
Block and select Execution
Order.

Position 4 Position Setpoint High Range -99999 to 999999

Setpoint Value Engineering Unit - value of Default = 100
High Range input that corresponds to 100 %
output value
Position 5 Position Setpoint Low Range -99999 to 999999
Setpoint Value Engineering Unit - value of Default = 0.0
Low Range input that corresponds to 0 %
output value
High 20 High Position Limit in Percent 0 to 100%
Position Default = 100%
Limit

Low Position 21 Low Position Limit in Percent 0 to 100%

Limit Default = 0%

Deadband 8 Adjustable gap between forward 0.5 to 5%

(%) and reverse motor operation (the
range over which the output can
change before a relay is
energized)

Filter Time 10 A software digital filter is provided 0 to 3 seconds.

(sec) to smooth the slidewire feedback 0=no filter
input.

Feedback 3 Input type choices for the position 4 to 20 mA

Input type feedback 0 to 20 mA
and range 0 to 1 V
0 to 5 V
Slidewire 250 to 1250 ohms
Slidewire < 250 ohms
Slidewire 1250 to 4000 ohms*
Slidewire 4000 to 6500 ohms*
*Version 4.1 or later.

FORWARD RELAY OUTPUT

Rack 1 This is the address of the 1 to 5.

Address selected Rack.

I/O Module Address of selected I/O module 1 to 12

Address

Channel Channel on selected I/O Module Odd number 1 thru 15.*

Address
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REVERSE RELAY OUTPUT (Read Only)

(This is configured automatically when Forward Relay Output is configured)
Rack 2 This is the address of the Same as Forward
Address selected Rack.
I/O Module Address of selected I/O Same as Forward
Address module

Channel Channel on selected I/O Forward Channel +1

Address Module Even number 2 thru 16.*

Table
continued

FEEDBACK INPUT

Rack N/A This is the address of the 1 to 5.

Address selected Rack.

I/O Module Address of selected I/O module 1 to 12

Address

Channel Channel on selected I/O Module 1 to 16*

Address

*For HC900 controller’s 32 Channel DO Module, outputs 17 through 32 may not be used for TPO
(Time Proportioning Output), PPO (Position Proportioning Output) or TPSC (Three Position Step
Output) output types.

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Example
Analog Input Module AC Output Module

Actuator
F

Figure 77 Position Proportional Motor Control

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PSYC Psychrometric Calculations Function Block

PSYC Psychrometric Calculations Function Block

Description
The PSYC label stands for Psychrometric Calculations. This block is part of the HVAC category.

Function
This block calculates the Humidity Ratio, Enthalpy, Dew point temperature, Wet bulb temperature and
Absolute Moisture based on the input Dry bulb temperature (DRY), Relative Humidity (RH) and
Atmospheric Pressure (ATMP). A single configurable parameter specifies if inputs and outputs use metric
system units.

ATTENTION

The wet bulb temperature output is updated only once for every three executions of the block.

Inputs
DRY = Dry bulb air temperature – Range: -40 – 140 degrees F or -40 – 60 degrees C
RH = Air relative humidity – Range: 1.0 – 99.9% RH.
ATMP = Barometric Pressure – Range: 12.5 – 15.7 psi. or 861.84 – 1082.47 millibars. When this pin is
not connected the calculations use a default value of 14.696 psi. or 1,013.25 millibars.
Note: If any of the above inputs are outside of the specified ranges, they are set to the upper or lower range
as appropriate.

Outputs
HRATIO = Humidity Ratio – lb/lb or kg/kg
ENTH = Enthalpy – btu/lb or kJ/kg
DEWPT = Dew point temperature – degrees F or degrees C
WET = Wet bulb temperature – degrees F or degrees C
ABSM = Absolute moisture – gr/lb or gr/kg

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Block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Configuration parameters
Table 87 PSYC function block configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Block Block Order N/A Read Only. To change

block order, right-click
on a Function Block
and select Execution
Order.

Input/Output Metric N/A Selects if the metric system is Click on the check box
System used for inputs and outputs when the metric
system is being used.

Example
Calculate humidity ratio, enthalpy, dew point temperature, wet bulb temperature and absolute moisture
content of air as a function of air temperature, relative air humidity, and atmospheric pressure.

Figure 78 PSYC function block example

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PTMR Periodic Timer Function Block

PTMR Periodic Timer Function Block

Description
The PTMR label stands for Periodic Timer.

This block is part of the Counters/Timers category.

Function (1 or 2)
4. Time/Cycle: Generates a discrete output pulse at a specified start time based on the real-time clock and at
specified time periods thereafter.
Start Times = Month, Day, Hour, Minute, Second
Cycle Periods = Monthly, Weekly, Daily
Time Cycle Periods Within a Day = Hours (0-23) Minutes (0-59) Seconds (0-59)
NOTE: Once started, period repeats until reset.
5. Reset Cycle: Generates a digital output based on a digital input and at regular intervals thereafter.
Time Start = ON to OFF transition of reset input.
Cycle Time Period = Hours (0-23) Minutes (0-59) Seconds (0-59)

Input
RST = Reset/Enable (ON = Output disable, OFF = Output enable)

Output
EVENT= OUT Logic State. Output turns ON for one scan cycle when elapsed time matches setpoint time
(One-shot).

Block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

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Configuration parameters
Table 88 PT function block configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Block Block Order N/A Read Only. To change

block order, right-click
on a Function Block
and select Execution
Order.

Period Monthly N/A Output turns ON once a month for Enter START -
one scan cycle. Day (Days >31 = 31),
If the current month’s last day is Hour, Minute,
less than 31 it will turn ON on the Seconds
last day of the month.

Reset/Enable:
ON = Hold off output
OFF = Run

Weekly N/A Output turns ON once a week for Enter at START -

one scan cycle. Day (Monday through
Sunday), Hour,
Reset/Enable: Minute, Seconds
ON = Hold off output
OFF = Run

Daily N/A Output turns ON once a day for Enter at START -

one scan cycle. Hour, Minute,
Seconds
Reset/Enable:
ON = Hold off output
OFF = Run

Time/Cycle N/A Timer starts at a specific time of Enter at START -

day then output pulses on/off on a Hour, Minute,
time interval. Once started, start Seconds
time is ignored until reset.
Enter at CYCLE -
Reset Input: Hour, Minute, Second
ON = stops cycle and holds off
start
OFF = enables start time

Reset/Cycle N/A Timer starts on an ON (1) to OFF Enter at CYCLE -

(0) transition of the reset input, Hour, Minute, Second
then output pulses on/off on a time
interval. Once started, the cycle
continues until the reset turns on.

Reset Input:
ON = stops cycle and holds off
start
OFF = Output turns ON for one
scan cycle at ON to OFF transition
and cycle begins.

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Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Start Hour N/A Start Hour 0 through 23

Minute N/A Start Minute 0 through 59

Second N/A Start Second 0 through 59

Day N/A Start Day Monthly - 1 - 31

(Days >31 = 31)
If the current month’s
last day is less than 31
it will turn ON on the
last day of the month.

Weekly -Monday
through Sunday

Cycle Hour N/A Cycle Hour 0 through 23

Minute N/A Cycle Minutes 0 through 59

Second N/A Cycle Seconds 0 through 59

Example
Figure 79 shows a Function Block Diagram using a PT function block.
An OFF delay timer block output is ON as long as the RST input is logic HI (ON). It can be used for time
duration but must be triggered by an ON to OFF transition on the Reset input. This can be accomplished
using Trigger blocks (TRIG) to create one-shot pulses which last one scan cycle. The fast logic trigger
pulse will last 100 ms. while the normal logic trigger pulse will last the complete scan cycle for analog
blocks. Use according to application need. A Periodic Timer (PT) output pulse may also be used to start
the timer for the OFF delay for time duration.

Timing Diagram

AND4 output

TRIG1 output

Off delay
OFDT2 output

Figure 79 PT function block example

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QDT Quadrature Function Block

QDT Quadrature Function Block

Description
The QDT stands for Quadrature.

This block is part of the I/O Blocks category.

Function
This function block measures/controls movement of an actuated device. A digital encoder connected to the
actuated device produces two channels (A and B) of square waves, offset 90 degrees. Quadrature refers to
the 4 logic states between these two waves. The rising edge to rising edge (cycle) on channel A or B
indicates that one set of bars on the encoder have passed by its optical sensor. By counting these passing
rising edges the Quadrature block measures
1) distance (or whatever engineering units are being controlled by the device),
2) position (that is, distance from a marker designated as zero),
3) direction (indicated by the sequence between the two channels; A leads B or B leads A).
More precise measurement/control is done by counting more logic states determined by the two waves. For
example, the quadrature state of channels A and B create four unique logic states. When these four unique
logic states are decoded, the resolution obtained is 4 times (4X) the resolution of the encoder. So with this
in mind 250 cycles would yield 1000 quadrature states.

Inputs
BIAS = Value added to the output in EU.
ENBIAS = Enable Bias. When ON the bias is added to the output. Input is ignored if not connected and
default state is enabled.
ICLR = Index Clear Enable. When this is ON it enables the module’s Index input so that the first OFF to
ON transition of Index input resets the output to zero (plus bias, if enabled).
^RST = OFF to ON transition resets the output to zero (plus bias, if enabled).
^CLFG = OFF to ON transition clears the CNTERR and RNGERR flags to zero.

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Outputs
INC = ON when count is incrementing; OFF when count is stopped or decrementing.
DEC = ON when count is decrementing; OFF when count is stopped or incrementing.
INDEX = ON when index pulse is detected and ICLR are asserted.
CNTERR = ON when the count on the module overflows or underflows.
RNGERR = ON when the count on the module surpasses the range limits.
CDIS = ON when the PFQ module detects a cable disconnect.
FAIL = ON when module is failed. Caused by INC and DEC both ON.
OUT = Count in EUs.

Notes
To ensure correct counting, the block counts only pulses of a certain wavelength (>2.25 uS); smaller pulses
caused by noise are rejected. Additionally only a single transition of Channel A (Input 1) and Channel B
(Input 2) may occur; a transition on both channels simultaneously cases an invalid count.

Configuration Parameters
Table 89 QDT parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Block Order N/A Execution Order for Block Read Only. To

change block order,
right-click on a
Function Block and
select Execution
Order.

Input A Address Rack 0 This is the address of the selected Enter a value:
Rack. from 1 to 5.

Module 0 Slot location of the PFQ module Enter a value:

from 1 to 12

Channel 0 Channel A on the PFQ Module 1 (not selectable)

Input B Address Rack 0 This is the address of the selected Automatically set to
Rack. same as Input A.

Module 0 Slot location of the PFQ module Automatically set to

same as Input A.

Channel 0 Channel B on the PFQ Module 2 (not selectable)

Encoder Range Pulses per 1 Number of pulses per EU of the Enter a value.
EU variable being measured/counted. Be
sure to factor in your Quadrature
Mode setting (X1, X2, X4).

Upper Range 3 Upper range limit of EU. Enter a value.

Limit

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Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Lower Range 4 Lower range limit of EU. Enter a value.

Limit

Control Quadrature 2 Resolution of counter. The quadrature X1: One pulse per
Configuration Mode code produced by encoders has 4 cycle
state changes (edges) per quadrature
cycle (one per ¼ cycle). A 250 CPR X2: Two pulses per
encoder has 250 cycles, (1000 cycle
pulses) per revolution. X1 decoding
X4: Four pulses per
means that the external electronics
cycle
pulses once per full cycle. X2 pulses
twice per cycle. X4 pulses every
quadrature state.

Failsafe Use Value 5 When FAIL is ON output is set to this Click to select,
value. enter a value.

Up scale 6 When FAIL is ON output is set to Click to select.

Upper Range Limit.

Down scale 6 When FAIL is ON output is set to Click to select.

Lower Range Limit.

HOLD 6 When FAIL is ON output is held. Click to select.

Example
Quadrature Function used to measure the output of an encoder
to determine the position of a traversing process.

Figure 80 Quadrature function block example

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RAI Function Block

RAI Function Block

Description
The RAI label stands for Analog Input with Remote C/J.

This block is part of the I/O Blocks category.

Function
This block is used only for Thermocouples when the thermocouple Cold Junction is in a remote location,
i.e., NOT connected at the AI module. Cold Junction compensation is performed using the value presented
at the RCJ input, which is a temperature value in degrees C of the remote junction and which will come
from another AI block. CJ compensation and linearization is performed in the block producing a value in
engineering units at the OUT pin. Fail status of the AI block measuring the Remote CJ can be applied to the
RSTAT pin. (i.e. if the RCJ measurement Fails, the Thermocouple measurement fails)
Input
Analog value from specified real I/O address.
DIS = disable the AI channel
RCJ = Remote CJ Value - This would come from an AI block Output.
RSTAT = Remote CJ Status - This would come from the AI block Fail Pin.
Output
OUT = Analog Input value in engineering units.
WARN = Warning Input Indication - Sensor failure possibility. If AI input wiring or sensor exceeds
100 ohms of resistance, the WARNing pin will energize. There also will be a warning if the
value of RCJ is outside the limits -30 to +90 C
FAIL = Digital status of channel
Digital Low (0) = OK
Digital High (1) = Open sensor or failed input channel or RSTAT input is ON indicating a
Failed RCJ AI block

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Configuration parameters

Table 90 Analog Input with Remote C/J configuration parameters

Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Block Order N/A Execution Order for Block Read Only. To
change block order,
right-click on a
Function Block and
select Execution
Order.
Rack This is the address of the selected Enter a value
Address Rack. from 1 to 5.
I/O Module Address of selected I/O module (must Enter a value:
Address match model selection guide) from 1 to 12
Channel Channel on selected I/O Module Enter a value:
Address from 1 to 8 or 16.
T/C Type and N/A Thermocouple Input types Select an input from
Range list box.
See Table 91 for
Input Type and
Range

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Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Bad Channel N/A Check this to generate a hardware Click on block to
Detection failure diagnostic if a bad AI channel select or deselect
is detected. If unchecked, a
diagnostic will not be generated,
which may be desirable for inputs
used for monitoring only.
Remote C/J N/A Set FAIL pin ON if RCJ value outside Click on block to
limits (-30 to 90 ºC) select or deselect
Disable 8 The output value when the AI channel Enter a value
Channel is disabled. Disable = ON
Output Value Default = 0
Filter Time 2 A software digital filter is provided for Enter a value:
(sec) the input designated to smooth the 0 to 120 seconds
input. You can configure the first
order lag time constant from 1 to 120
seconds. 0=no filter
Bias 3 Bias is used to compensate the input Enter a value:
for drift of an input value due to ±9999 to ±99999
deterioration of a sensor, or some
other cause.
Failsafe Use N/A Use the User value entered in the Click on Radio
Value appropriate field. button to select
Failsafe Use 4 The output value to which the output Enter a value in
Value field will go to protect against the effects of Engineering Units
failure of the equipment, such as, fuel ±9999 to ±99999
shut-off if there is loss of flame in a
furnace, or a sensor break.
Downscale N/A OUT = Value of Low range implied by Click on Radio
T/C input type. button to select
Upscale OUT = Value of High range implied by Click on Radio
T/C input type. button to select
Burnout N/A Burnout check enable Click on block to
Check select or deselect

Failsafe rules
If the controller is unable to access the physical channel or the sensor is faulty, and:

• If Failsafe is “Use Value” Then OUT = Configured Failsafe value

• If Failsafe is enabled and downscale Then OUT = Low Range Value of T/C input type
• If Failsafe is enabled and upscale Then OUT = High Range Value of T/C input
type

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Table 91 HC900 Input Types and Ranges for RAI Function Block

Enum Type Range Low Range High EU

0 None
B -18 1815 C

B 0 3300 F

E -270 1000 C

E -454 1832 F

E -129 593 C

E -200 1100 F

J -18 871 C

J 0 1600 F

J -7 410 C

J 20 770 F

K -18 1316 C

K 0 2400 F

K -18 982 C

K 0 1800 F

K -29 538 C

K -20 1000 F

Ni-NiMo 0 1371 C

Ni-NiMo 32 2500 F

Ni-NiMo 0 682 C

Ni-NiMo 32 1260 F

NiMo-NiCo 0 1371 C

NiMo-NiCo 32 2500 F

NiMo-NiCo 0 682 C

NiMo-NiCo 32 1260 F

NiCroSil-NiSil -18 1300 C

NiCroSil-NiSil 0 2372 F

NiCroSil-NiSil -18 800 C

NiCroSil-NiSil 0 1472 F

R -18 1704 C

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Enum Type Range Low Range High EU

R 0 3100 F

S -18 1704 C

S 0 3100 F

T -184 371 C

T -300 700 F

T -129 260 C

T -200 500 F

W_W26 -20 2320 C

W_W26 -4 4200 F

W5W26 -18 2316 C

W5W26 0 4200 F

W5W26 -18 1227 C

W5W26 0 2240 F

Example
Figure 81 shows a Function Block Diagram configuration using an RAI function block.

RAI used for work temperature monitoring. Tag descriptors are used to identify
the input. A digital tag connected to the fail output can alarm on an open
sensor.

Figure 81 RAI function block example

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RACK Function Block

RACK Function Block

Description
The RACK label stands for IO Rack Monitor.

This block is part of the Alarms/Monitor category.

Function
The rack monitor block is a repository for controller/expansion rack I/O module information, including
diagnostics.
The Rack function block provides Read/Write access to I/O Rack values. This block is always stored in the
reserved block area (96 thru 100), are always in the configuration whether visible in the FBD or not. The
total number is dependent on the controller type.
Each Rack monitor block has a unique identification number that is fixed for all configurations. The Rack
number appears on the function block. The Number is specified as:
1 = Rack #1 (Main Rack)
2 = Rack #2 (Expansion Rack)
3 = Rack #3 (Expansion Rack)
4 = Rack #4 (Expansion Rack)
5 = Rack #5 (Expansion Rack)

Right Click on Block icon to Monitor Block diagnostics.

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Outputs
RACK FAIL = On indicates Rack other than Good
(Refer to Rack Diagnostics - Controller Diagnostics Status Indications in the Process Control Designer
User Guide for Fault diagnostics)
HITEMP = On indicates High RJ Temperature detected on AI board
(Refer to Expansion I/O Comm Diagnostics - Expansion I/O Comm Diagnostics Status Indications in the
Process Control Designer User Guide for Fault diagnostics)
MODxx FAIL = On indicates Module other than Good.
(I/O Module Diagnostics - I/O Module Diagnostics Status Indications in the Process Control Designer
User Guide for Fault diagnostics)
The Status Indications will list the Error Status, possible causes of failure, controller actions, and User
action to remove failure.

Example

Figure 82 Rack Monitor function block example

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RAMP Function Block

Description
The RAMP label stands for Ramp.

This block is part of the Auxiliary category.

Function
The RAMP function block is typically used for variable speed, valve position, and chemical feed control
applications to reduce the output value as more external devices are enabled.
For example: If one pump is running at 100 % and a second pump is enabled, the output value may be
rescaled to 50 % by the pump 2 enable signal.
The ramp block references an analog signal, and using four separate scales multiplexed together, provides a
single analog output over a programmed range.
A configurable signal lag [LAG TIME] is applied to the referenced analog input (PV). The highest enabled
scale [EN1-EN4] is applied to the lagged PV value. The output of the selected scale is then the output of
the function block [OUT].
A bumpless analog transfer over time is applied when switching between the selected scales. If no scales
are selected, then the default input value [DFLT] is written to the output.
If the block is disabled, the user configured [Off Value] is written to the output.
Turning ON an override input [OV1-OV4] sets its output (prior to multiplexing) high or low depending on
the state of the override input high [OV HI – On or Off].
The general forcing of outputs is permitted within this block. Ramping and Clamping will not apply to the
output if it is forced.

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Inputs
IN = PV Input (Analog input signal).
DFLT = The Output is set to this value if no ramps are enabled. It typically comes from another Ramp
block, thus allowing ramps to be stacked together.
EN [1-4] = Enables or disables the associated scale.
OV [1-4] = When ON, overrides the output of the associated scale to the high or low limit value depending
on the state of OV HI.
OV HI = determines the limit value of the selected scale when it is overridden. ON=override high,
OFF=override low
DIS = Normally OFF. If ON, then OUT = the configured Off-Value

Output
OUT = Enabled = the scale/ramp output, Disabled = the user configured Off-Value
Scale Limits
PV input values that are outside of the input low limit and input high limit settings are not processed. The
output value is clamped based on the input limits. The input low and high limits may be inverted,
(for example: input low limit > input high limit) to reverse scale the output.

Block properties
The Ramp properties dialog box is divided into FIVE tab cards:
GENERAL
RAMP 1
RAMP 2
RAMP 3
RAMP 4
Click on the tab to access the properties for that tab.

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GENERAL tab
It looks like this graphically. Table 92 describes the parameters and the value or selection.

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Table 92 RAMP general tab parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

General Tag Name N/A 16-character tag name

Descriptor N/A Block description 16 character maximum

Display IN Decimal N/A Parameter Decimal Places Range 0 to 5

Places shown on the operator Interface
for the Input and Input Limit. Enter selection in field

OUT Decimal N/A Parameter Decimal Places Range 0 to 5

Places shown on the operator Interface
for the Output and Output Scale Enter selection in field
Limit.

IN Engr. N/A PV Engineering Units for Four characters maximum

Units Operator Interface. Also applies
to Input Limit parameters. Enter characters in field

OUT Engr. N/A Output Engineering Units for Four characters maximum
Units Operator Interface. Also applies
to Output Scale Limit Enter characters in field
parameters.

Settings Off Value 16 Value written to OUT when the Within the Output Limits
scale is disabled. If no scales
are selected, then the default
Input value [DFLT] is the output.

Lag Time 19 Lag Time Constant Range: 0.0 to 120.0

(Sec) seconds. 0=no lag

Transfer 17 Transfer Rate in Engineering Range: 0-99999 EU/sec

Rate Up Units/second when switching to
(EU sec) a higher value (bumpless
analog transfer).

Transfer 18 Transfer Rate in Engineering Range: 0-99999 EU/sec

Rate Down Units/second when switching to
(EU sec) a lower value (bumpless analog
transfer).

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RAMP tabs
It looks like this graphically. There are four ramp tabs, each with the same entry fields. Select the tab for
each ramp at the top of the dialog box.
Table 93 describes the parameters and the value or selection for each ramp.

Table 93 RAMP tabs parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Detail Label N/A Unique name for each of the 4 8 Characters

internal Ramp functions.
(for each Ramp #
tab)

IN High Limit 8 Input HIGH Limit value applied to Within the PV range
through the PV after signal lag. limits
11
IN Low Limit 12 Input LOW Limit value applied to Within the PV range
through the PV after signal lag. limits
15
OUT Scale 0 High output limit after rescale. Within the PV range
High Value through limits
3
OUT Scale 4 Low output limit after rescale. Within the PV range
Low Value through limits
7

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Example
Figure 83 shows a function block diagram using RAMP function blocks. In the example, if Stage 3 is ON
and all others are OFF, the output to the device will equal to the third scale of Ramp 1. If Stages 3 and 8 are
ON, then the output to the device will equal the fourth scale of Ramp #2.

Analog
Input

PV

RAMP #1
Constant = 0 default
Request from Stage 1 enable#1
Request from Stage 2 enable#2
Request from Stage 3 enable#3
Request from Stage 4 enable#4
forcing logic force#1
forcing logic force#2
forcing logic force#3
forcing logic force#4
Constant (1 = high, 0 = low) force_hi
disable

OUT PV

RAMP #2
default
Request from Stage 5 enable#1
Request from Stage 6 enable#2
Request from Stage 7 enable#3
Request from Stage 8 enable#4
forcing logic force#1
forcing logic force#2
forcing logic force#3
forcing logic force#4
Constant (1 = high, 0 = low) force_hi
disable

OUT

Analog Output
AO to Variable
Speed Drive

Figure 83 RAMP function block example

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RCON Read Constant Function Block

RCON Read Constant Function Block

Description
The RCON label stands for Read Constant Parameter Data. This block is part of the Auxiliary category.

This block is part of the Auxiliary category.

Function
Reads the numerical value of selected configuration parameter in a given function block.
Select the index number of the required parameter from the specific function block reference data and
enter it in the appropriate field in the “Read Constant Properties” dialog box.
The Block (B: ) number and the Index (I: ) number will appear on the block icon.

Output
OUT = Analog value of parameter

Block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

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Configuration parameters
Table 94 Read constant configuration data

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Read Parameters Block N/A Number of control block that 101 to 500(Model C30)
Number contains desired configuration 101 to 2100(Model C50)
parameter. Note: In the SIL 101 to 5100 (Model
configuration, if the RCON C70/C75)
block is on the Safety
worksheet, only the block
number is valid for entry for
such blocks.

Parameter N/A Index number of configuration Select the index number of

Index parameter to be read. the required parameter
from the specific function
block reference data

The block number and parameter index# will appear on the front of the RCON function Block.
Example - B:223 I:3

TIP

The main purpose of this control block is to make a block configuration parameter (constant)
available for display. To do this, you must enter the corresponding parameter index number for
the selected configuration parameter. Select the index number of the required parameter
from the specific function block reference data and enter it in the appropriate field in
the “Read Constant Properties” dialog box.

RCON Example
Figure 84 shows a Function Block Diagram using the RCON function block.

ATTENTION

The process variable High Range Value for a PID block (Index #4) may be displayed at the
Operator Panel with the Analog Signal Tag name TC1 PV HI, and/or the process variable may
be used as an input to another control block.

Figure 84 RCON function block example

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RCP Recipe Selector Function Block

RCP Recipe Selector Function Block

Description
The RCP label stands for Recipe Selector.

This block is part of the Setpoint Program category.

Function
Used to initiate loading of recipe values into a chosen set of controller variables. Inputs include recipe number and load
command. Loads numbered RECIPE (NUM) when digital signal (LD) is ON into the various blocks of the
controller.
• If LD = OFF to ON, then: Recipe numbered (NUM) is loaded in place of the current set of variable
values.

Input
NUM = Recipe number (1-50).
LD = Load recipe - OFF to ON will load the recipe.

TIP

The recipe is loaded at the time of block execution. If using multiple RECIPE blocks, they may
counteract. Also, use the lowest execution numbers.

Block properties
Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

ATTENTION

The recipe is loaded while the LD signal is on. It is not a one time load, it is a continuous load
while the LD signal is on.

If the OI operator attempts to change a variable value (done by means of the Variable Edit
display on the OI), the operator’s changes will immediately be overwritten by the loading
recipe since it also contains the variable.

To correct this problem, configure a one-shot trigger signal between LD and its signal. This will
cause LD to go on for one scan cycle instead of staying on.

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Example
Figure 85 shows a Function Block Diagram using an RCP function block. The BCD block selects a recipe
number and the RCP block loads the recipe in place of the current set of recipe variables.

Up to 50 Analog/Digital
Variables

PROFNUM

GAIN-LP2

Recipe
Number
SP-OUT2

SP-OUT3

SP-OUT4

Recipe Table

Figure 85 RCP function block example

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RH Relative Humidity Function Block

RH Relative Humidity Function Block

Description
The RH label stands for Relative Humidity.

This block is part of the Calculations category.

Function
Calculates RH as a function of wet bulb temperature, dry bulb temperature and atmospheric pressure.
0-100 % RH is output as a floating point number between 0 and 100.

Input
DRY = Dry Bulb Temperature (°F, metric = °C)
WET = Wet Bulb Temperature (°F, metric = °C)
PRES = Atmospheric Pressure (psi, metric = Pa)

Output
RH = Relative Humidity (0-100)

Block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

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Metric system
Table 95 Metric units

Metric ON OFF

DRY °C °F

WET °C °F

PRES Pa PSI

TIP

It is physically impossible for the wet bulb to be warmer than the dry bulb. If this appears to be
the case, it implies a problem with the sensors, and will result in a RH greater than 100 %.
Downstream blocks should detect that situation and react promptly.

Example
Figure 86 shows an RH function block example.
A setup parameter allows inputs to be in Degrees F or Degrees C. When Degrees F is selected, pressure is
assumed to be in PSIA. When Degrees C is selected, pressure is assumed to be in Pa. (101325 Pa = 1 std.
Atmosphere.

Figure 86 RH function block example

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ROC Rate of Change Function Block

ROC Rate of Change Function Block

Description
The ROC label stands for Rate of Change.

This block is part of the Auxiliary category.

Function
Provides:
• an analog output representing units per minute change of the analog input.
• compare setpoints for high and low rate of change.
• compare selections for increasing, decreasing or both directions of change.
• a logic 1(ON) output when input rate exceeds high rate setpoint
• a logic 1(ON) output when input rate is less than the low rate setpoint.

Inputs
IN = Analog Input

Outputs
HI_RC = ON if input rate exceeds High Rate setpoint
LO_RC = ON if input rate is less than the Low Rate setpoint
RATE = Analog Output representing Engineering Units per minute of change of the Analog Input

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Block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Configuration parameters
Table 96 ROC configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Filter Time Constant 0 Filter Time Constant 0.0 to 3.0 minutes

Setpoint Limits High Rate 1 High Rate of Change setpoint 0 (off) to 99999.9 eu/min

Low Rate 2 Low Rate of Change setpoint 0 (off) to 99999.9 eu/min

Direction Rate High 3 High Rate Direction Click on radio button to

select
• Both

• Increasing only

• Decreasing only

Direction Rate Low 4 Low Rate Direction Click on radio button to

select
• Both

• Increasing only

• Decreasing only

Hysteresis 5 Hysteresis 0-999

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Example
Figure 87 illustrates various responses for the Rate Of Change Function Block. You can also use the ROC
block to alarm if Rate exceeds the Preset Setpoint Limit.

High Rate SP (INC ) LOW Rate SP (INC) High/Low Rate SP (Both)

HI rate SP (INC) LO rate SP (INC) HI rate SP (INC)

LO rate SP (INC)
HI RC = ON LO RC = OFF HI RC = OFF
LO RC = OFF
LO rate SP (DEC)
HI rate SP (INC) LO rate SP (INC)
HI rate SP (DEC)

HI RC = OFF LO RC = ON

High Rate SP (DEC ) LOW Rate SP (DEC) HI rate SP (INC)

HI RC = ON LO RC = OFF LO rate SP (INC)
HI RC = OFF
HI rate SP (DEC) LO rate SP (DEC) LO RC = ON
LO rate SP (DEC)

HI RC = OFF LO RC = ON HI rate SP (DEC)

HI rate SP (DEC) LO rate SP (DEC)

Figure 87 ROC function block responses

Figure 88 ROC function block example

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RSTAT Redundancy Status Function Block

RSTAT Redundancy Status Function Block

Description

The RSTAT label stands for Redundancy Status. This block is part of the Alarms/Monitors category.

Function
Used with redundant CPUs only, such as C75. The output pins indicate the lead/reserve status of CPU A
and CPU B. The input can force a failover between CPUs.

Inputs
^FOVER – OFF-to-ON transition causes a manual failover between CPUs if a Reserve CPU is online and
available.

Outputs
A LEAD – ON when CPU A is the Lead, else OFF.
B LEAD – ON when CPU B is the Lead, else OFF.
A RSRV – ON when CPU A is the Reserve, else OFF.
B RSRV – ON when CPU B is the Reserve, else OFF.

Configurable Parameters

Table 97 Redundancy Status configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or

Selection
Block Order N/A Execution Order for Block Read Only. To
change block
order, right-
click on a
Function Block
and select
Execution
Order.

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RSW Rotary Switch Function Block

RSW Rotary Switch Function Block

Description
The RSW label stands for Rotary Switch.

This block is part of the Signal Selectors category.

Function
The single output value is selected from up to 8 analog inputs by a number of from 1 to 8.

ATTENTION

Numbers less than one select input one as the output. Numbers greater than eight select Input
8 as the output.

Input
IN1 = Input 1
IN2 = Input 2
IN3 = Input 3
IN4 = Input 4
IN5 = Input 5
IN6 = Input 6
IN7 = Input 7
IN8 = Input 8
SEL = Selects Input # to Output

Output
OUT = Output Value

Block properties
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Example
Figure 89 shows how a RSW function block works. It selects an output value from up to 8 analog values or
number inputs.

Inputs

Select Input

Figure 89 RSW function block example

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RTC Real Time Clock Function Block

RTC Real Time Clock Function Block

Description
The RTC label stands for Real Time Clock.

This block is part of the Counters/Timers category.

Function
The Real Time Clock block provides outputs pins that you can access in your configuration to make
decisions based on the value of the controller’s Real Time Clock value.
The RTC function block has the following dynamic outputs based on the value of the real time clock of the
controller:
Seconds, Minutes, Hours, Day of Week, Day of Month, Day of Year, Month, Year.

Example
Figure 90 shows a function block diagram using a RTC function block.

Figure 90 RTC function block example

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RTMR Resettable Timer Function Block

RTMR Resettable Timer Function Block

Description
The RTMR label stands for Resettable Timer.

This block is part of the Counters/Timers category.

Function
The Resettable Timer block has the following attributes:
• Provides increasing or decreasing timing base on an enable input.
• Increasing time from 0 or preload value.
• Decreasing time from preset or preload value.
• Increasing time provides digital output upon reaching Preset
• Decreasing time provides digital output upon reaching zero
• Reset input sets increasing timer to zero.
• Reset input sets decreasing timer to preset value.
• Preset value may be internal, or remote via a dedicated input
• Inc./Dec. selection is via digital input.
• Toggling the reset (RST) pin resets the current elapsed time and loads the new preset value; therefore,
if changing the preset value (remote or local), the user must enter the new preset value, then reset the
timer for the new preset to be used during the next time cycle. If the timer is reset prior to entering the
new preset value, the timer will use its previous preset for its compare condition.

Inputs
RST = Off to On transition, Reset. Toggling RST resets the current elapsed time and loads the new preset
value; therefore, if changing the preset value (remote or local), the user must enter the new preset value,
then reset the timer for the new preset to be used during the next time cycle. If the timer is reset prior to
entering the new preset value, the timer will use its previous preset for its compare condition.
EN = ENABLE ON = run; timer is counting
OFF = Timer is stopped; output (TIMER) held at last value
TIM_DN = ON (time down); OFF (time up)

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RPRES = Remote Preset (0.0 – 99999.9)

If Time-up, RPRES represents Stop value in seconds
If Time -down, RPRES represents Start value in seconds
PREL = Preload (0.0 – 99999.9)
If Time-up, PREL represents Start value in seconds
If Time-down, PREL represents Start value in seconds

Outputs
TIME = Elapsed time (for TIM_DN input =OFF), Time Remaining (for TIM_DN input = ON)
OUT = Output (Digital) turned ON when Preset value is reached or time reaches 0, depending on TIMDN
input status

Block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Configuration parameters
Table 98 RTMR configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Presets Local 0 Local Preset Click Radio Button to

Preset select
Enter a value in the field
1 to 99999

Remote Preset 1 ON = use remote preset Click on radio button to

select

Use Preload 2 YES = use external preload Click on radio button to

rather than zero for starting or select
stopping

NO = Use default (0 second)

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Timing diagram

Reset or
Newstart

Enable

Timer
(If Count-Up)

Timer
(If Count-Down)

Out

Figure 91 Timing diagram for resettable timer

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SCB Scale and Bias Function Block

SCB Scale and Bias Function Block

Description
The SCB label stands for Scale and Bias.

This block is part of the Math category.

Function
Multiplies an analog input value (X) by a scaling constant (K) and adds Bias to it.
• OUT = (K * X) + BIAS

Input
X = Analog Value

Output
OUT = Modified Analog Value

Block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

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Configuration parameters
Table 99 SCB configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Scale Factor 0 K - Multiplier (scaling) constant –99999 to 99999

Bias 1 Bias Constant - is used to –99999 to 99999

compensate the input for drift of
an input value due to
deterioration of a sensor, or
constant offset to an input.

Example
Figure 92 shows function block diagrams using a SCB function block.

Figure 92 SCB function block examples

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SEQ Sequencer Function Block

SEQ Sequencer Function Block

Description
The SEQ label stands for Sequencer.

This block is part of the Fast Logic categories.

Function
Each sequencer supports up to 16 digital outputs that may be either on or off in each of 50 states e.g.
PURGE, FILL, HEAT, etc, per block The sequencer may have up to 64 sequential steps that activate
within the states of the process.
Steps of the sequencer may be configured to advance based on time, on digital event (2 per step), or a
manual advance. A separate jog function is also provided.
The function can also configure an analog output on a step basis. The operational sequence for the steps is
retained in a separate sequence file in the memory of the controller that may be selected on-demand
through a user interface or via a recipe.
Up to 20 sequences may be stored.

Inputs
ENA = Level input to enable the block - only checked in Ready State; input is ignored if not
connected.
NSEQ = Sequence Number. See ATTENTION below.
NSTEP = Starting Step Number. See ATTENTION below.
^SET = Pulse input to load NSEQ and NSTEP numbers. See ATTENTION below.
^JOG = Pulse input to jog to step number

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^RESET = Pulse input for reset

HOLD = Input for Hold (level trigger)
^RUN = Edge triggered input for run
^ADV = Edge triggered input to advance to the next step defined in the current
sequence step

ATTENTION

If either or both NSEQ and NSTEP are connected directly to analog variables, when that
analog variable changes (for example: via a recipe load), then the Sequencer block will
immediately use the new value internally.

If NSEQ or NSTEP is connected to any other function type then their values are loaded into
the Sequencer only when ^SET goes through a positive transition.

Outputs
OUT1 thru OUT16 = State Output values
STMR = Time remaining in current step (minutes)
MODE = Sequence Mode [N/A, RESET, RUN, HOLD, STOP]
STATE = Current State number (Output states as configured by the user)
AUX = Auxiliary Output corresponding to the current step
STEP = Current Step number

Configurable Parameters
The Sequencer properties dialog box is divided into 3 tab cards

General tab
Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Tag Name 0 Tag Name of Sequencer 16 characters maximum

Descriptor Description of Sequence 16 characters maximum

Aux label Auxiliary Output label for OI 8 characters maximum

Display

Aux Units Auxiliary Output Engineering 4 Characters maximum

Units for OI Display

Aux Decimal Decimal Places for Auxiliary 0-3

Places Output Value

Labels tab
Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Out1 thru 0 Output Labels for OI Display 8 characters maximum

Out16

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States tab
Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

State Name 0 Name of State 12 characters maximum

Digital Digital Output States 1 to 16 Select from dropdown

Outputs menu ON(1) or OFF(0)

Event Signal 1 Event Signal #1 Tag Select from drop-down

menu
Analog Signal Tags
Output Tags

Event Signal 2 Event Signal #2 Tag Select from drop-down

menu
Analog Signal Tags
Output Tags

Example
The process controlled in this example is representative of many sequential batch operations. See Figure 93.
The Sequencer function block’s digital outputs are connected to the controller digital output function blocks
to control the operation of the various field devices such as pumps, valves, solenoids and other equipment
needed to execute the batch process function. The digital outputs may also be connected to other function
blocks in the control strategy as needed.
In the example the auxiliary analog output (AUX) is connected to an analog output block to set the speed of
an external device such as a variable speed drive.
The Sequencer function block can be started, held, advanced or reset from a Honeywell operator Interface or
from digital signals as indicated in the example. The status of the Sequencer block may be monitored using
block outputs such as current state number, current step number and mode from signals available on the
block, or from the Honeywell operator interface.
The actual sequence to be executed is made up of two data sets. The first data set defines which digital
outputs will be ON or OFF for each State of the function block, See Figure 94. Up to 50 States may be
defined for the block. Each state also has a 12 character state label that is used by the Honeywell operator
interface to indicate the active state. This data set also provides input fields to define two digital signals that
may be used to cause the sequencer to exit the current state. The Tag names in the columns for Event Signal
#1 and Event Signal #2 represent the digital signals of the control strategy that will be used to exit the
associated state.
The second data set needed to execute a sequential control strategy is the actual sequence, See Figure 95.
This data set has a series of steps, 1 through 64. Each step is setup to activate a specific State (set of digital
outputs) from the function block. The sequencer will remain in the Step until a user specified time has
elapsed or until either of the events for the specific State transitions from OFF to ON, causing the step to
advance.
The next step in the sequence can be different depending on the action that causes the sequencer to exit the
step. Time, event 1, event 2 and advance step each allow the user to specify a unique next step value.
Depending on the item that occurs first, elapsed time, event 1, event 2, or advance, the sequencer will
advance to the specified next step. This provides the flexibility to take alternate action if the expected action
does not occur on schedule.
Sequences can be stored in the controller (data specified in Figure 95) and be selected as part of a recipe or
manually through a Honeywell operator interface.

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Figure 93 Sequencer function block example - Part 1

Figure 94 Sequencer function block example - Part 2

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Figure 95 Sequencer function block example - Part 3

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SPEV Setpoint Programming Event Decoder Function Block

SPEV Setpoint Programming Event Decoder Function Block

Description
The SPEV label stands for Setpoint Programming Events.

This block is part of the Setpoint Program and Setpoint Scheduler categories.

Function
Sets up to sixteen digital event outputs that may be ON or OFF on a per segment basis. Inputs include
program number, segment number, and program state (READY, RUN, HOLD, GHOLD, STOP) from
setpoint program block or setpoint scheduler block.
• If Program Number (PGM) = 0, Segment Number (SEG) = 0, or Program State (STA) is RESET; then:
E1 to E16 = OFF.
• Otherwise, E1 to E16 = as specified in program (PGM), segment (SEG).

Inputs
PGM = Profile number
For SP Programmer - 99
For SP Scheduler - 20
SEG = Segment number (1 to 50).
STA = Program/schedule State (Ready, Run, Hold, Ghold, Stop).

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ATTENTION

SPEV inputs must be connected directly to corresponding outputs of SPP (Setpoint Program)
or SPS (Setpoint Scheduler) block.
In Stop state, events stay in the state defined in the last segment.

Outputs
E1 = Digital signal - segment event 1
E2 = Digital signal - segment event 2
E3 = Digital signal - segment event 3
E4 = Digital signal - segment event 4
E5 = Digital signal - segment event 5
E6 = Digital signal - segment event 6
E7 = Digital signal - segment event 7
E8 = Digital signal - segment event 8
E9 = Digital signal - segment event 9
E10 = Digital signal - segment event 10
E11 = Digital signal - segment event 11
E12 = Digital signal - segment event 12
E13 = Digital signal - segment event 13
E14 = Digital signal - segment event 14
E15 = Digital signal - segment event 15
E16 = Digital signal - segment event 16

Block properties
Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

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Example
Figure 96 shows a function block diagram using a SPEV function block to provide event outputs for a
setpoint programmer.

The SP programmer event output status may be directed to

digital outputs, part of control logic, or be directed to signal
tags for use anywhere within the control configuration.

Figure 96 SPEV function block example

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SPP Function Block

Description
The SPP label stands for Setpoint Programmer.

This block is part of the Setpoint Program category.

Function
Runs a setpoint ramp/soak program that produces a setpoint output on a time-based profile that is loaded
into the block. A single profile may be from 2 to 50 segments in length. Up to 70 profiles are stored in the
controller’s memory. Each segment of the profile may be a ramp or soak except the last segment must be a
soak.
In addition to the main ramp and soak output value, a second (AUX) analog value is available for each step
of the program. This output is a fixed soak value that may be used to provide a setpoint value for a
secondary control loop in the process. [For example, see Example 4 - Using the setpoint programmer AUX
output (page 387).]
A Setpoint guarantee function is provided that holds the program if a process variable exceeds a predefined
deviation from setpoint. Selections allow setpoint guarantee to be active for the entire program, for soak
segments only, or for user specified segments, or for no segments. [For example, see Example 1 - PID with
setpoint programmer and guaranteed soak (page 384).]
Up to 3 Process Variables may be configured as inputs to the block for setpoint guarantee.

Input
PV1 = Process Variable #1 value in engineering units, for deviation check.
PV2 = Process Variable #2 value in engineering units, for deviation check.

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PV3 = Process Variable #3 value in engineering units, for deviation check.

Aux PV = Aux PV for Aux PV Display.
ENABL = Level input to enable the block - only checked in Ready State; input is ignored if not
connected.
NPGM = New profile number (1 to 70). See ATTENTION below.
NSEG = New start segment number (1 to 99). When connected, it is used in conjunction with the SET
input of the block to set the current segment of the profile to the value of NSEG. See
ATTENTION below.
^SET = Pulse input to load NPGM and NSEG numbers. See ATTENTION below.
^JOG = Pulse input to Jog to a predefined segment.
RSTRT = Pulse input for restart action after power interruption [For example, see Example 5 -
Controlled Restart after Power Loss (page 388).]
GHOLD = Guaranteed soak hold - changes program state from RUN to GHOLD when turned ON and
GHOLD to run when OFF.
^RESET = Pulse input RESETS program, when turned ON.*
^HOLD = Pulse input puts program in HOLD, when turned ON. Run needed to restart.
^RUN = Pulse input puts program in RUN, when turned ON; except when program is in GHOLD
state.
^ADV = Pulse Input for advance of segment.
*For example, see Example 3 - Alternate methods for actuating SP programmer START/HOLD/RESET
functions (page 386).

ATTENTION

If either or both NPGM and NSEG are connected directly to analog variables, when that
analog variable changes (for example: via a recipe load), then the Setpoint Programmer block
will immediately use the new value internally.

If NPGM or NSEG is connected to any other function type then their values are loaded into the
SP Programmer only when ^SET goes through a positive transition.

Output
SP = Programmed setpoint value in engineering units
AUX = Second non-ramping auxiliary setpoint output in engineering units. [For example, see
Example 4 - Using the setpoint programmer AUX output (page 387).]
STMR = Time Remaining in current segment - in minutes.
STME = Time Elapsed in current segment - in minutes.
PTME = Time Elapsed in program - in minutes
GHOLDI = Guaranteed soak hold indication - turns on if PV is outside guaranteed soak band and
Guaranteed Soak is enabled.
READY = Program Reset state indication

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HOLDI = Program Hold state indication

RUNI = Program Run state indication
STOPI = Program Stop indication (Program Complete)
PGM = Current Profile Number (1 to 99) - connect to PGM input on SPEV block.
SEG = Current Segment Number (1 to 50) - connect to SEG input on SPEV block.
STA = Current program state (RESET, HOLD, RUN, GHOLD, STOP). Connected to STA input of
the SPEV block

ATTENTION

The program states are:

• 0 = Until block is first executed after power up
• 1 = Reset
• 2 = Run
• 3 = Hold
• 4 = GHold
• 5 = Stop
• 6 = Disabled

TIP

• If the first step of a profile is a ramp, the program will start the ramp from the value of PV
Input 1. If the first step of a profile is a soak, the program will start from the soak value. If
consistent starting values are required, begin all profiles with a soak.
• The PV inputs are used to determine PV–SP deviation for guaranteed soak segments.
• Valid program numbers begin with 1. Valid segment numbers begin with 1.
• The GHOLD output is not affected by the status of the GHOLD input.
• The RST, HLD, RUN, JOG, ADV, SET, RESTART inputs are activated only when the
respective input changes from OFF to ON. A maintained ON input has no different affect
than a pulsed ON input (that is, it has no effect until it turns OFF and then back ON again).
• The program may be changed (with some exceptions) from the current state to a new state
by the operator as well as by inputs to the SPP block. Table 100 lists the resulting states.
• Concerning changing program state, if more than one function block input is on in the same
execution cycle, RESET has priority over HOLD and RUN, and GHOLD has priority over
RUN.
• Also, function block inputs will override inputs from the Operator Panel that occur during the
same execution cycle. And finally, state changes from the Operator Panel are processed on
the basis of the “last change wins.”
• At the beginning of a segment, STME will be 0 for one execution cycle to permit start of
segment detection by other blocks.
• At the end of a segment, STMR will be 0 for one execution cycle to permit end of segment
detection by other blocks.
• If RESTART is On, the block will use PV1 as a starting value and ramp at Restart Rate back
to the last SP value, then complete the remaining portion of the segment. Restart Rate is a
property of the profile (program)
• “Fastforward” (i.e. Verify) is initiated through the operator interface. It is not an input pin.

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Fastforward is a way to check for proper functioning of the profile’s events and outputs,
without having to wait for the profile to execute at its normal speed. When FASTFORWARD
is ON, the program will run at a speed 60 times faster. When FASTFORWARD is OFF, the
program will run at normal speed.

Table 100 SPP inputs and current state

Input Current State

RESET HOLD RUN GHOLD STOP

RESET RESET RESET RUN RESET RESET

HOLD HOLD HOLD HOLD HOLD STOP

RUN RUN RUN RUN GHOLD STOP

GHOLD RESET HOLD GHOLD GHOLD STOP

Restart scenario options

Table 101 Restart scenario options

1 No Action taken Program will start at the point where it was prior to power
down.

2 Use the Restart feature of the Setpoint This feature will use the PV (connected to PV1) as the initial
Programmer with a configurable Ramp starting point for the Setpoint and will use a configurable
Rate. ramp rate for the profile. When the temperature gets to the
original Setpoint prior to power down, the program will
continue. See Figure 101, Scenario A.

3 Use the Restart feature of the Setpoint You may gate this Restart input to the programmer to only
Programmer with a configurable Ramp apply after a certain time off and/or a certain segment if
Rate and use a compare function so that desired using Compare function blocks. See Figure 101,
the restart will apply only after a certain Scenario B.
time.

ATTENTION

Be sure to configure the Restart Ramp Rate when a controlled restart is being configured. If
not the default value of 0 will cause the programmer to freeze.

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Block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Configuration parameters
Table 102 SPP configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Block Tag Name N/A 16 character tag name

Descriptor N/A Block descriptor

Display Decimal N/A Number of places to display after 0-5

Places the decimal point

SP Units N/A Engineering unit descriptor 6 characters

Aux Decimal N/A Number of places to display after 4 Characters

Places the decimal point

Failsafe SP Failsafe 0 Failsafe Setpoint Value –9999 to 9999

Setpoint Engineering Units

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Example 1 - PID with setpoint programmer and guaranteed soak

Figure 97 PID with setpoint programmer and guaranteed soak

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Example 2 - PID with setpoint programmer and event outputs

The SP programmer event output status may be directed to

digital outputs, part of control logic, or be directed to signal
tags for use anywhere within the control configuration.

Figure 98 PID with setpoint programmer and event outputs

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Example 3 - Alternate methods for actuating SP programmer START/HOLD/RESET functions

FAIL

Two methods are shown

The pushbutton block will tie this function to the
Pushbutton screen display. Pushbuttons will
provide a one-shot output each time they are
pressed.
Using the Digital variable block this function can
be displayed on the OVERVIEW display.
Note: Since Digital variables are turned ON and
OFF from the overview display, once turned ON
they must be manually turned OFF, to be used a
second time.

Note: Control Builder Software will not allow

the output of two block to be tied together.

Connections are shown for DEMO only of an

alternative connection.

Figure 99 Alternate methods for actuating SP programmer START/HOLD/RESET functions

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Example 4 - Using the setpoint programmer AUX output

Figure 100 Using the setpoint programmer AUX output

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Example 5 - Controlled Restart after Power Loss

SCENARIO A

SCENARIO B

Figure 101 Controlled restart after power loss

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SPS Setpoint Scheduler Function Block

Description
The SPS label stands for Master Setpoint Scheduler.

This block is part of the Setpoint Scheduler category.

Overview
The objective of the Setpoint scheduler is to provide a sequence of multiple setpoint outputs (both analog
and digital) which are referenced to a common time base. Five setpoint schedule block types will be
implemented:
Master Setpoint Scheduler Block (SPS)
Auxiliary Setpoint Block (SPSA)
Digital Event Block (SPEV)
State Switch Block (STSW)
State Flags Block (STFL)
A suite of Setpoint Scheduler blocks is comprised of one master Setpoint Block (required) and optionally,
one Digital Event, one Auxiliary Setpoint, one State Switch, and/or one State Flags block.

SPS Block Function

The Master (SPS) block supports up to 8 ramp or soak outputs operating on a common time base. It accepts
one PV for each setpoint. Setpoint guarantee is provided for the master (SPS) block setpoints with a single
symmetrical value for each setpoint output. You can assign a failsafe value for each setpoint.

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Inputs
ENABL=Level input to enable the block. Only checked in ready state.
Input is ignored if not connected.
NPGM = Program Number (when SET is ON). See ATTENTION below.
NSEG = Starting Segment Number (when SET is ON). See ATTENTION below.
^SET = Pulse Input to load NPGM and SEG numbers. See ATTENTION below.
PV1 = 1st Process Variable
PV2 = 2nd Process Variable
PV3 = 3rd Process Variable
PV4 = 4th Process Variable
PV5 = 5th Process Variable
PV6 = 6th Process Variable
PV7 = 7th Process Variable
PV8 = 8th Process Variable
STRQ = for connection to the STQR output of the STSW function block. (See Figure 102.) The STSW
block encodes discrete inputs to a form that will convey change mode requests from the STSW block:
0.0 No Change
1.0 Jog State
2.0 Guaranteed Hold State
4.0 Reset State
8.0 Hold State
16.0 Run State
32.0 Advance state

ATTENTION

If either or both NPGM and NSEG are connected directly to analog variables, when that
analog variable changes (for example: via a recipe load), then the Setpoint Scheduler block
will immediately use the new value internally.

If NPGM or NSEG is connected to any other function type then their values are loaded into the
SP Scheduler only when ^SET goes through a positive transition.

Outputs
PGM = Current Program Number
SEG = Current Segment number
STA = Program State (Reset, Run, Hold, Ghold, Stop).
SP1 = Setpoint #1 Output (EU)
SP2 = Setpoint #2 Output (EU)
SP3 = Setpoint #3 Output (EU)
SP4 = Setpoint #4 Output (EU)
SP5 = Setpoint #5 Output (EU)
SP6 = Setpoint #6 Output (EU)
SP7 = Setpoint #7 Output (EU)
SP8 = Setpoint #8 Output (EU)

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Block properties
Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Dialog box structure

The SPS properties dialog box is divided into four tab cards
TAG/FAILSAFE
MAIN OUTPUT LABELS
AUXILIARY OUTPUT LABELS
EVENT LABELS
Click on the tab to access the properties for that tab.

TAG/FAILSAFE tab

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Table 103 Tag/Failsafe configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Block Tag Name N/A 16 character tag name

Descriptor N/A Block descriptor

Failsafe Setpoints SP 0 thru 8 0 Failsafe Setpoint 1 thru 8 Value in EU

Failsafe Value is the initial value
when exiting the program mode.
Default Failsafe value is 0.0.

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MAIN OUTPUT LABELS tab

It lets you set up labels for Main Outputs in the Setpoint Schedule to be displayed on the Operator Interface. Enter
Label names, Units(eu), and Decimal places

Table 104 describes the parameters and the value or selection.

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Table 104 Main Output labels configuration parameters

Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

SP Label N/A Label name for Operator Interface 8 characters max.

SP1 thru SP8

Units N/A Units for Operator Interface 4 characters max.

Decimal N/A Decimal places for operator 0-4

Places Interface

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AUXILIARY OUTPUT LABELS tab

It lets you set up labels for Auxiliary Outputs in the Setpoint Schedule to be displayed on the Operator Interface.
Enter Label names, Units(eu), and Decimal places

Table 105 Auxiliary Output labels configuration parameters

Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

AUX Label N/A Label name for Operator Interface 8 characters max.

AUX1 thru AUX8

Units N/A Units for Operator Interface 4 characters max.

Decimal N/A Decimal places for operator 0-4

Places Interface

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EVENT LABELS tab

It lets you set up labels for Events in the Setpoint Schedule to be displayed on the Operator Interface. Enter a label
title in each field

Table 106 Event labels configuration parameters

Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

EVENT Label N/A Label name for Operator Interface 8 characters max.

EVENT1 thru
EVENT 8

Units N/A Units for Operator Interface 4 characters max.

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Setpoint scheduler example

Figure 102 Setpoint scheduler function block suite

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SPSA Setpoint Scheduler Auxiliary Setpoint Function Block

SPSA Setpoint Scheduler Auxiliary Setpoint Function Block

Description
The SPSA label stands for Setpoint Scheduler Auxiliary Setpoint Block.

This block is part of the Setpoint Scheduler category.

Function
The eight setpoint outputs of the Auxiliary Setpoint block are set to the current step value. The current step
is an input to the block and must be connected to the step output of a Master Scheduler block. At the end of
a step, the outputs of the slave block go directly to the next step value. That is, Ramps are not supported.

Inputs
PGM = Current Program Number
SEG = Current Segment number
STA = Program State (Reset, Run, Hold, Ghold, Stop).
APV1 = 1st Auxiliary Process Variable (EU)
APV2 = 2nd Auxiliary Process Variable (EU)
APV3 = 3rd Auxiliary Process Variable (EU)
APV4 = 4th Auxiliary Process Variable (EU)
APV5 = 5th Auxiliary Process Variable (EU)
APV6 = 6th Auxiliary Process Variable (EU)
APV7 = 7th Auxiliary Process Variable (EU)
APV8 = 8th Auxiliary Process Variable (EU)

Outputs
AUX 1 = Auxiliary Output #1
AUX 2 = Auxiliary Output #2
AUX 3 = Auxiliary Output #3
AUX 4 = Auxiliary Output #4
AUX 5 = Auxiliary Output #5
AUX 6 = Auxiliary Output #6
AUX 7 = Auxiliary Output #7
AUX 8 = Auxiliary Output #8

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Block properties
Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Example
Figure 102 shows a Function Block Diagram (Setpoint Scheduler Suite) using a SPSA function block.

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SQRT Function Block

Description
The SQRT label stands for Square Root.

This block is part of the Calculations category.

Function
Extracts the square root of the analog input (X) as long as the input is greater than the configured
DROPOFF value.
• If X > DROPOFF, then: OUT = square root of X.
• Otherwise, OUT = 0.

Input
X = Analog value for square root extraction

Output
OUT = Square Root value

Block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

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Configuration parameters
Table 107 SQRT configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Set Dropoff Dropoff 0 Minimum Input for Square Root 0 to 99999

Must be set at > = 0

Example
Figure 103 shows a Function Block Diagram using a SQRT function block.

Figure 103 SQRT function block example

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STG Stage Function Block

STG Stage Function Block

Description
The STG label stands for Stage.

This block is part of the Auxiliary category.

Function
The Stage (STG) function block provides differential On/Off control and is typically used to monitor
pressure and flow for controlling pumps and operating valves.
There are four individual stages grouped together in the function block. The block monitors from one to
two analog inputs (PV1, PV2) which are common to all four stages, compares them for each stage by a
configurable comparator, and provides On/Off control outputs for the four stages based on configurable
setpoints for each stage. Each stage can be individually enabled and forced ON or OFF (OVON/OVOFF)
Interlocking
Previous interlocking prevents a stage’s output from turning ON until the previous stage has
turned ON. Next interlocking prevents a stage’s output from turning OFF until the output of the next
stage in sequence has turned OFF.
Interlocking is provided for stages where the output of the stage is dependent on the state of the
previous and next stage. It also works across sequentially connected function blocks.
In order for interlocking between function blocks to operate, the interlocking Input/Output pin of a
STAGE function block must be directly connected (or with a signal tag) to another STAGE function
block interlocking Input/Output pin. An improper connection, such as inserting another function block
type between two successive Stage blocks, invalidates the interlock signal.
Each configuration is limited to 8 stage function blocks.
The general forcing of outputs is not permitted within this block.

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Inputs
PV1 = Analog Input #1 - can be pressure or flow – common to all four stages.
PV2 = Analog Input #2 - can be pressure or flow – common to all four stages.
EN1 – EN4 = ON enables the associated stage. OFF causes the associated request output [OUT1-OUT4] to
turn OFF. This condition overrides the OVON/OVOFF inputs. When EN [1-4] turns ON the stage
algorithm is reevaluated to determine the state of OUT (request).
OVON1 – OVON4 = Overrides the output of the associated stage [1-4]
ON = override signal to ON
OFF = no override
OVOFF1 – OVOFF4 =. Overrides the output of the associated stage [1-4]
ON = override signal to OFF
OFF = no override
If both OVON and OVOFF are ON, OVOFF takes precedence.
INTRLK IN = Interlocking signal from previous attached stage function block. (note 1)

Outputs
OUT1 – OUT4 = ON = Stage [1-4] request is ON
INTRLK OUT = Interlocking signal to interlock the 4th Stage of this block to the first Stage of the next
block in sequence. (note 1)
Note 1. In cases where two or more stage blocks are tied together, the sequence order should be
programmed in an ascending sequence to match the desired order of operation. Failure to maintain
sequence could cause multiple scans to be required for sequential operations.

Block properties
The Stage properties dialog box is divided into FIVE tab cards:
GENERAL
STAGE 1
STAGE 2
STAGE 3
STAGE 4
Click on the tab to access the properties for that tab.

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GENERAL tab
It looks like this graphically.
Table 108 describes the parameters and the value or selection.

Table 108 STG general tab parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

General Tag Name N/A 16-character tag name

Descriptor N/A Block description 16 characters maximum

Display PV1 PV2

Decimal N/A Number of Number of Range 0 to 5

Places decimal decimal
places shown places shown Enter selection in field
on the OI for on the OI for
PV1* PV2*

Units N/A Engineering Engineering Four characters maximum

Units for PV1 Units for PV2
display display Enter characters in field

* Also defines the number of decimal places for the associated SP ON/SP OFF parameter

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STAGE tabs
It looks like this graphically. There are four stage tabs, each with the same entry fields. Select the tab for
each stage at the top of the dialog box.
Table 110 describes the parameters and the value or selection for each stage.

Label
An 8 character label used to identify the specific stage output on the operate displays of the operator
interface.

Stage Types
There are four stage types from which to choose:
Pressure/Flow The stage block activates its output as the PV1 pressure input increases above the
ON setpoint and deactivates the output as the PV2 flow input increases above its
setpoint.
Pump Down The stage block activates its output as the PV1 input rises (activate on rise) above
the ON setpoint.
Pump Up The stage block activates its output as the PV1 input falls (activate on fall) below the
ON setpoint
User Configured The user can select either PV for ON and OFF compare as well as the compare type
for their particular application (no restrictions).

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Presets
The Stage type selection pre-assigns inputs and Hi/Lo setpoint comparisons as indicated in Table 109.
These cannot be altered. The User-configurable type may be used to custom assign PV inputs and setpoint
comparison types.

Table 109 Default PV sources and compare type operators

Compare Operator Compare Operator

between between
Stage Type PV_ON = PV_OFF = PV ON and SP ON PV OFF and SP OFF

Pressure / Flow PV1* PV2* PV ON > SP ON* PV OFF> SP OFF*

Pump Down PV1* PV1* PV ON > SP ON* PV OFF< SP OFF*

Pump Up PV1* PV1* PV ON < SP ON* PV OFF> SP OFF*

User Configurable PV1 or PV2 PV1 or PV2 Select from: Select from:
PV ON > SP ON PV OFF > SP OFF
PV ON ≥ SP ON PV OFF ≥ SP OFF
PV ON < SP ON PV OFF < SP OFF
PV ON ≤ SP ON PV OFF ≤ SP OFF
PV ON = SP ON PV OFF = SP OFF

*Default – cannot be changed

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Table 110 STG Stage Tabs parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Settings Label N/A Unique name for each of the 4 8 Characters

internal stage functions
Type N/A See “Stage Types” for definitions Pressure/Flow
and Table 109 for associated Pump Down
parameters Pump UP
User Configured

Default =
Pressure/Flow

Interlocking N/A When set to ON, the current stage ON = Interlock

is interlocked to the previous
stage OFF = No Interlock

Default = OFF

N/A When set to ON, the current stage ON = Interlock

is interlocked to the next stage
OFF = No Interlock

Default = OFF

On Compare PV N/A Defines PV1 or PV2 as the source See Table 109 for
for the comparison to SP ON. defaults.

SP 12 - 15 Setpoint used with ON comparator No range limits

Can be changed from

an operator interface

Compare N/A Comparison type operator See Table 109 for

Type between PV ON and SP ON. defaults.

Latch Delay 28 - 31 Delay prior to latching the output Range:

ON 0 – 9999 seconds

Off Compare PV N/A Defines PV1 or PV2 as the source See Table 109 for
for the comparison to SP OFF. defaults.

SP 16 - 19 Setpoint used with OFF No range limits

comparator
Can be changed from
an operator interface

Compare N/A Comparison type operator See Table 109 for

Type between PV OFF and SP OFF. defaults.

Latch Delay 32 - 35 Delay prior to unlatching the Range:

output OFF 0 – 9999 seconds

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Example
Figure 104 shows a function block diagram using a STG function block to control tank level by sequencing
multiple pumps.

Figure 104 STG function block example

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STFL Setpoint Scheduler Stage Flags Function Block

STFL Setpoint Scheduler Stage Flags Function Block

Description
The STFL label stands for the Setpoint Scheduler State Flags.

This block is part of the Setpoint Scheduler category.

Function
Connects to Master block (SPS) via dedicated connection and provides logic 1(ON) state digital outputs for
Scheduler modes. The State Flags block accepts the encoded master block state as an input and produces
digital outputs corresponding to the current value of STFL.

Inputs
STFL = this input is connected to the STFL output of the SPS function block. (See Figure 102.)

Outputs
GHOLD = ON if state = 1.0, else OFF
READY = ON if state = 2.0, else OFF
HOLD = ON if state = 4.0, else OFF
RUN = ON if state = 8.0, else OFF
STOP = ON if state = 16.0, else OFF

Block properties
Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Example
Figure 102 shows a Function Block Diagram (Setpoint Scheduler Suite) using a STFL function block.

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STRIG Selectable Trigger Function Block

STRIG Selectable Trigger Function Block

Description
The STRIG label stands for Selectable Trigger.

This block is a part of the Logic category.

Function
This block allows you to select one of the following input conditions for triggering the digital output.
- The input state changes from OFF to ON.
- The input state changes from ON to OFF.
- Both of the above.
When this block is "triggered" its output will be ON for one cycle.
This block will also allow you to select one of the following initial scan behaviors:
- No trigger action following a Cold Start or Warm Start.
- Trigger the output on the initial scan following a Cold Start; takes precedence over the input pin
conditions.
- Trigger the output on the initial scan following a Warm Start; takes precedence over the input pin
conditions.
- Trigger the output on the initial scan following a Cold Start or Warm Start; takes precedence over the
input pin conditions.
Output of the block can be forced.

Inputs
IN = Input signal

Outputs
OUT = Output signal

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Configurable Parameters
Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Block Order Execution Order for Block Read Only. To change block order,
right-click on a Function Block and
select Execution Order.

Tag name N/A 16-character tag name

Descriptor N/A Block description

Trigger type 0 Type of input state change On to off

that will trigger the output on Off to on
for one cycle. Both (On to off or Off to on)

Initial Scan 1 Type of scan No trigger

Cold Start
Warm Start
Cold Start and Warm Start

Example
Use the Selectable Trigger function block in combination with an UP/DN Counter function block to count
the number of time a process input changed state from Off to ON or ON to OFF or both.

Figure 105 STRIG function block example

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STSW Setpoint Scheduler State Switch Function Block

STSW Setpoint Scheduler State Switch Function Block

Description
The STSW label stands for the Setpoint Scheduler State Switch.

This block is part of the Setpoint Scheduler category.

Function
Connects to Master block (SPS) via dedicated connection and accepts digital inputs to cause scheduler
mode changes. The State Switch block accepts state request digital inputs and produces an encoded output
for input to the master (SPS) block.

Inputs
^JOG = OFF to ON requests JOG state
GHOLD = ON = guaranteed Hold State; ON to OFF and previous state was RUN, then return to RUN
mode.
^RESET = OFF to ON requests RESET state
^RUN = OFF to ON requests RUN state
^ADV = OFF to ON requests ADVANCE state

Outputs
STRQ = for connection to the STQR input of the SPS function block. This block encodes discrete inputs to
a form that will convey change mode requests to the SPS block:
0.0 No Change
1.0 Jog State
2.0 Guaranteed Hold State
4.0 Reset State
8.0 Hold State
16.0 Run State
32.0 Advance state

Block properties
Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Example
Figure 102 shows a Function Block Diagram (Setpoint Scheduler Suite) using a STSW function block.

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SUB Subtraction Function Block

SUB Subtraction Function Block

Description
The SUB label stands for the Subtraction mathematical operation (2 Inputs).

This block is part of the Math category.

Function
Subtracts one input (X) from another (Y) to obtain an output.
• OUT = X–Y

Input
X = First analog value
Y = Second analog value

Output
OUT = Calculated Value

Block properties
Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Example
Figure 106 shows a Function Block Diagram using a SUB function block.

Figure 106 SUB function block example

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4SUB Function Block

Description
The 4SUB label stands for the Subtraction mathematical operation (4 Inputs).

This block is part of the Math category.

Function
Subtracts three analog inputs (X1, X2, X3) from Y input to get an output.

Input
X1 = First analog input
X2 = Second analog input
X3 = Third analog input
Y = Fourth analog input (number to subtract from)

ATTENTION

All four inputs must be connected. Unconnected inputs default to zero.

Output
OUT = Calculated Value

Block properties
Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

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Example
Figure 107 shows a Function Block Diagram using a 4SUB function block.
Y – X1 – X2 – X3 = OUT

Figure 107 4SUB function block example

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SW Analog Switch Function Block

SW Analog Switch Function Block

Description
The SW label stands for Analog Switch.

This block is part of the Signal Selectors category.

Function
Selects input Y for output when digital input signal (SY) is ON.
• If SY = ON, then; OUT = Y
• Otherwise, OUT = X

Input
X = First analog value
Y = Second analog value
SY = Where ON selects Y command digital signal.

Output
OUT = Selected value

Block properties
Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

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Example
Figure 108 shows a Function Block Diagram using an SW function block to select control signal for output.

Figure 108 SW function block example

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SYNC Function Block

SYNC Function Block

Description
The SYNC label stands for Synchronize.

This block is part of the Setpoint Program category.

Function
Used to synchronize the operation of two setpoint programs given the run. Hold and reset signals from each
program.

Input (available for logic control of programmer)

^RESET = RESET command, when turned ON.
^HLD = HOLD command, when turned ON.
^RUN = RUN command, when turned ON.
^ADV = ADVANCE command, when turned ON

Output
The status of each programmer connected to the output pins of the block are monitored. A change in state
of any of the programmers is transferred to the other programmers. This occurs regardless of input pin
connections. Use of block inputs is optional.

ATTENTION

Ghold status is not transferred between programmers with this block.

Block properties
Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

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Example
Figure 109 shows a Function Block Diagram using a SYNC function block.
Function: Synchronizes changes in setpoint program state for multiple SPP function blocks when the state
of any connected SPP is changed from the Operators Panel or via a remote connection. (Analog and digital
I/O blocks required to complete this function are not shown.)

Figure 109 SYNC function block example

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TAHD Track and Hold Function Block

TAHD Track and Hold Function Block

Description
The TAHD label stands for Track and Hold.

This block is part of the Auxiliary category.

Function
Provides an output that tracks the value of the input (X), when a digital input signal (TC) is On; or when
TC is OFF, holds output at last value of X.
• If TC = ON, then: OUT = X (TRACK)
• If TC = OFF, then: OUT = Last value of X (HOLD)

Input
TC = Track command signal, when turned ON.
X = Value to be tracked.

Output
OUT = track and hold value of X

Block properties
Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

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Example
Figure 110 shows a function block diagram using a TAHD function block to track the Input signal for a
PID control loop in conjunction with a digital input.

Figure 110 TAHD function block example

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TCPR Function Block

TCPR Function Block

Description
The TCPR label stands for Modbus/TCP Read. This block is part of the Communications category. It
looks like this graphically.

Function
A communication function block that expands the read capability of the Modbus/TCP Slave function block
to 16 additional data points. Multiple blocks may be connected to the same Modbus/TCP Slave block.
The Modbus/TCP read block has no inputs and 16 outputs. Up to 16 registers can be configured as the
source of data for the outputs.
The configuration data for each point will consist of:
• the address of the source device on the Modbus link,
• the register address of the desired data,
• and the register type: Integer, Float, or Bit Packed.
The sixteen outputs can be connected or tagged in the same manner as any other function block output.

Inputs
ADDR = Slave address from associated TCPS block. (Must be connected to a TCPS block)

Outputs
RD1 through RD16 – Last read value from selected address

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Block properties
Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Configuration parameters
You must configure the TCPR function Block Output Pins as shown in the “Edit Selected Output Pin”
portion of the dialog box. Follow the numbered sequence shown above referring to Table 111.

Table 111 TCPR function block configuration parameters

Sequence Parameter Action Selections Comments

Number Field

1 Click on an Output Pin RD1 through The selected Output

from the list of pins in RD16 Pin will appear in the
the upper portion of the Output Pin Field.
dialog box.

2 Click on the “Use RD1 through YES will be indicated in

Register” field to assign RD16 the “Register used”
a register to the Output column when you
pin. select “Apply

3 Type in the address of

the register (in Hex) on
the slave device

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Sequence Parameter Action Selections Comments

Number Field

4 From the drop down • Float If read as an integer,

menu, select the • Unsigned 32 the output is converted
Register Data Type to a floating point.
• Signed 32
• Unsigned 16
• Signed 16
• Bit Packed
• Single Bit

5 Select a function code • Read Holding Function code 03 or

for “Float, Unsigned, Reg – Function code 04 is
Signed, or Bit Packed” Function used to read the
register data type Code 03 contents of input
registers in the slave.
• Read Input
Registers –
Function
Code 04

Select a function code • Read Coil Function code 01 is

for “Single Bit” Status – used to read a slave's
Register data type. Function coil's (discrete output's)
Code 01 ON/OFF status of the
slave device in a binary
• Read Input data format.
Status –
Function Function code 02 is
Code 02 used to read a slave's
input's (discrete
input's) ON/OFF status
of the slave device in a
binary data format.

Output is floating point

equivalent (0.0 or 1.0).

NOTE: Refer to the

Communications
manual for the function
codes supported by the
specific device.

6 Select which bit (0-15) 0 to 15 If read as a bit packed

to read when Register number, you must
Data Type = Bit Packed select which bit to
mask (0-15).

The output will be the

floating-point
equivalent (0.0 or 1.0)
of the masked bit.

7 You must press [APPLY] to accept the register changes.

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Example
Figure 111 shows a Function Block Diagram using Modbus/TCP function blocks.

Figure 111 TCPR function block example

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TCPS Function Block

Description
The TCPS label stands for Modbus/TCP Slave Status. This block is part of the Communications category.
It looks like this.

Function
A communication function block allows the controller to act as a master device and communicate with
slave devices via the Ethernet port of the controller. Requires one block per slave device, up to 32 devices
maximum. Only one block may be assigned to each slave device. It supports 4 read and 4 write parameters
plus provides digital indication of communication integrity.

Inputs
ENABLE = [ON] Slave device is in scan -
If the Enable pin IS connected, then enabling/disabling follows the state of the Enable pin of the block and
the enable/disable function on the diagnostic page in the HC Designer is grayed out.
If the Enable pin is NOT connected, then the user must be in Monitor mode, Monitoring TCP Modbus
Diagnostics in the HC Designer, select the device to be enabled or disabled, and click the Enable (or
Disable) button.
EN1 through EN4 = [ON] Data value written once per scan
WR1 through WR4 = Values to be written to the selected register

ATTENTION

• This block does not support bit packing and single bit writing.
• If the register is an integer data type, the floating point input will be rounded up prior to
writing to the address register.

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Outputs
RD1 through RD4 = Last read value from the selected address
NO_SCAN = Scan Indication
ON = Device is “Out of Scan”
OFF = Device is “In Scan”.
BAD_COM = Communications Indication
ON = Bad quality or device not defined
OFF = Good Communications
IP_ADDR = IP Slave Address for use with TCPR and TCPW function blocks

ATTENTION

• Integer values are converted to floating point values prior to output.

• If a Modbus slave device does not respond to a request, the last output value will be
maintained.

Block properties
Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Configuration parameters
The ON/OFF properties dialog box is divided into Three tab cards:
GENERAL
READ
WRITE
Click on the tab to access the properties for that tab.

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GENERAL tab
It looks like this graphically. Table 112 describes the parameters and the value or selection.

Table 112 TCPS Block General tab configuration parameters

Properties Function Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Configure Modbus Slave Tag N/A Description of Slave 16-character tag name
Slave Name Device
Slave address and Tag Name
must be unique within a control
file.

Modbus N/A Unit address of slave Leave at 0 unless manufacturer

Address of the slave device states
otherwise.

Modbus/TCP N/A IP Address of Slave Enter unique address (Cannot

Address device on the link be all 0.0.0.0 or
255.255.255.255)

Default IP address = 0.0.0.0

which means slave will NOT be
in scan

Modbus Double Each IEEE 32-bit floating point number requires two consecutive registers (four bytes)
Register Format starting with the register defined as the starting register for the information. The stuffing
order of the bytes into the two registers differs among Modbus hosts. The selections are:

Selection Description Byte order

FP B Floating Point Big Endian Format 4, 3, 2, 1

FP BB Floating Point Big Endian with byte-swapped 3, 4, 1, 2

FP L Floating Point Little Endian Format 1, 2, 3, 4

FP LB Floating Point Little Endian with byte-swapped 2, 1, 4, 3

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READ tab
It looks like this graphically. Table 113 describes the parameters and the value or selection.

Table 113 TCPS Block Read tab configuration parameters

Properties Function Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Edit Output Pins Output Pin N/A Output pin designation Register request assigned to
RD1, RD2, RD3, or RD4 pin

Use Register N/A Register Request Click on the “Use Register” field
to assign a register to the
Output pin.

Address N/A Register Address Type in the address of the

(hex) Read register (in Hex) on the
slave device
NOTE: A single configuration
may contain up to 256
enabled registers.

Register N/A Register data type From the drop down menu,
Data Type select the Register Data Type

• Float

• Unsigned 32

• Signed 32

• Unsigned 16

• Signed 16

• Bit Packed

• Single Bit

If read as an integer, output is

converted to floating point
equivalent.

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Properties Function Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Function N/A Several standard Modbus Function code 03 – Read

Code RTU function codes are Holding Registers or
supported. These Function code 04 – Read Input
standard function codes Registers is used to read the
provide basic support for contents of input registers in the
IEEE 32-bit floating point slave.
numbers and 16-bit
integer register Supported Data Types for
representation of Function Codes 03 and 04.
instrument’s process data From the drop down menu,
select a function code for
“Float, Unsigned, Signed, or
Bit Packed” register data type

Function code 01 – Read Coil

Status is used to read the coil’s
(discrete output’s) ON/OFF
status of the slave device in a
binary data format.

Function code 02 – Read Input

Status is used to read the
input’s (discrete input’s)
ON/OFF status of the slave
device in a binary data format.

Supported Data Types for

Function Codes 01 and 02.
Select a function code for
“Single Bit” Register data
type.

NOTE: Refer to the

Communications manual for the
function codes supported by the
specific device.

Select Bit N/A Bit to read when Read 0-15

register’s data type = Bit
Packed

You must then select

which bit to mask (0-15).

The output will be the

floating-point equivalent
(0.0 or 1.0) of the masked
bit.

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Write tab
It looks like this graphically.
Table 114 describes the parameters and the value or selection.

Table 114 TCPS Block Write tab configuration parameters

Properties Function Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Edit Input Pins Input Pin N/A Input pin designation Register request assigned to
WR1,WR2,WR3, or WR4 pin

Use Register N/A Register Request Click on the “Use Register” field
to assign a register to the Input
pin.

Address N/A Register Address Type in the address of the Write

(hex) register (in Hex) on the slave
device

Register N/A Register data type From the drop down menu,
Data Type select the Register Data Type

• Float

• Unsigned 32

• Signed 32

• Unsigned 16

• Signed 16

• Single bit

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Properties Function Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Function N/A Several standard Modbus The function code for

Code RTU function codes are “Unsigned 16 or Signed 16,”
supported. These register data type is 06 –
standard function codes Preset Single Registers*
provide basic support for presets integer value into a
IEEE 32-bit floating point single register..
numbers and 16-bit
integer register The function code for “Float,
representation of Unsigned 32 or Signed 32,”
instrument’s process data register data type is 10 hex –
Preset Multiple Registers*
Preset Single Registers – presets values into holding
Function Code 06 registers.

Preset Multiple Registers *automatically selected when

– Function Code 10 hex you select “Register Data Type”

Preset single bit NOTE: Refer to the

Communications manual for the
– Function Code 05 function codes supported by the
specific device.

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Example
Figure 112 shows a Function Block Diagram using Modbus/TCP function blocks.

Figure 112 TCPS function block example

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TCPW Function Block

TCPW Function Block

Description
The TCPW label stands for Modbus/TCP Write. This block is part of the Communications category.
It looks like this graphically.

Function
This is a communication function block that expands the write capability of the Modbus/TCP Slave
function block to 8 additional data points. Multiple blocks may be connected to the same Modbus Slave
block.
The Modbus write block has 8 inputs and no outputs. The Modbus destination for each of the eight inputs
can be configured. An enable pin lets the data value be written once per scan.
The configuration data for each point will consist of: the address of the destination device on the Modbus
link, the register address of the desired data, and the register type: Integer or Float.

Inputs
EN1 through EN8 = [ON] Data value is written once per scan
WR1 through WR8 = Value to be written to the selected register address.
ADDR = Slave address from associated TCPS block. (Must be connected to TCPS block)

Outputs
None

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Block properties
Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Configuration parameters
You must configure the TCPW function Block Input Pins as shown in the “Edit Selected Input Pin” portion
of the dialog box. Follow the numbered sequence shown above referring to Table 115.

Table 115 TCPW function block configuration parameters

Sequence Parameter Action Selections Comments

Number Field

1 Click on an Input Pin WR1 through WR8

from the list of pins in
the upper portion of the
dialog box.

The selected Input Pin

will appear in the “Input
Pin” Field.

2 Click on the “Use WR1 through WR8

Register” field to assign
a register to the Input
pin.

YES will be indicated in

the “Register Used”
column when you select
“Apply” .

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Sequence Parameter Action Selections Comments

Number Field

3 Type in the address of

the register (in Hex) on
the slave device

4 From the drop down • Float Several standard

menu, select the Modbus RTU function
Register Data Type • Unsigned 32 codes are supported.
These standard
• Signed 32
function codes provide
• Unsigned 16 basic support for IEEE
32-bit floating point
• Signed 16 numbers and 16-bit
integer register
• Single bit representation of
instrument’s process
data. (see Sequence
Number 5 below)

5 The function code for • Preset Single Function code 06

“Unsigned 16 or Registers – presets integer value
Signed 16 register data Function into a single register.
type is (06)* Code 06
Function Code 10 hex
• Preset Multiple presets values into
Registers – holding registers.
The function code for Function
“Float, Unsigned 32 or Code 10 hex NOTE: Refer to the
Signed 32 register data Communications
type is (10 hex)* • Preset single bit manual for the function
codes supported by the
– Function specific device.
Code 05
*automatically selected
when you select
“Register Data Type”

6 You must press [APPLY] to accept the register changes.

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Example
Figure 113 shows a Function Block Diagram using Modbus/TCP function blocks.

Figure 113 TCPW function block example

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TGFF Toggle Flip Flop Function Block

TGFF Toggle Flip Flop Function Block

Description
The TGFF label stands for Toggle Flip-Flop.

This block is part of the Logic and Fast Logic categories.

Function
Provides an ON state output when a digital input goes from OFF to ON and the previous state of the output
was OFF, and an OFF state output when the digital input goes from OFF to ON and the previous state of
the output was ON.
• OUT = ON when ^TOG changes from OFF to ON and the previous state of OUT was OFF.
• OUT = OFF when ^TOG changes from OFF to ON and the previous state of OUT was ON.
• Reset sets output to OFF, regardless of current state.

Input
^TOG = Digital Input
RESET = Digital input ON Input = OFF output

Output
OUT = Digital Output

Block properties
Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

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Example
Figure 114 shows a Function Block Diagram using a TGFF function block and how to tag the output.

Figure 114 TGFF function block example

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TMDT Time and Date Function Block

Description

The TMDT label stands for Time and Date. This block is part of the Counters/Timers category.
Function
Controls change between Daylight Saving and Standard time. Indicates when controller time is in Daylight
Saving. If the controller is using a network time server, indicates if the connection to server has failed.
Inputs
DSTI – When ON the controller will be in Daylight Saving time. When OFF the controller will be in
Standard time. Use of this pin requires configuring the controller time to use DSTI.
Outputs
DSTO – ON when controller is in Daylight Saving time. OFF when controller is in Standard time. To set
up Daylight Saving time, see Set Controller Time in HC Designer configuration software.
NTFAIL – ON when connection to network time server has failed. Note: controller’s time is synchronized
to the time server every few hours, therefore this pin can take a few hours to detect the failure.
Block Properties

Configurable Parameters

Table 116 Time and Date configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or

Selection
Block Order N/A Execution Order for Block Read Only. To
change block
order, right-
click on a
Function Block
and select
Execution
Order.

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TOT Totalizer Function Block

TOT Totalizer Function Block

Description
The TOT label stands for Totalizer.

This block is part of the Calculations category.

Function
Integrates an Analog variable using a specified rate. Rate may be in units per second, minute, hour, or day.
A preset is provided to reset the value when a specific quantity has been accumulated and provide a digital
status output.
Separate digital enable and reset inputs are provided.
Accumulated value may increment from 0 to preset for increasing totals or decrement from the preset to 0
for decreasing totals.

Inputs
RPRE = Remote Preset Value in Engineering Units
EN = When the enable input is ON, the input value is integrated to a preset value. (Value HOLD when EN
= OFF.)
RST = ON resets the output to zero. (Accumulated value set to 0.)

Output
PREI = Digital output, ON when the output = Preset Value. Upon reaching the preset value the digital
output is enabled for one scan and the totalizer restarts from 0.
OUT = Accumulated value in engineering units.

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Block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Configuration parameters
Table 117 TOT configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Block Order N/A Execution Order Read Only. To change

block order, right-click
on a Function Block and
select Execution Order.

Input Rate Input Rate N/A Input rate Select:

Per Second
Per Minute
Per Hour
Per Day

Use Preset Use Local N/A Local Preset Click on Radio Button to
select and enter value in
Local Preset field

1 Local Preset Value 1 to 999999

Use Remote N/A Remote Preset Click on Radio Button to

select

Preset Trigger Decreasing N/A Select this to decrement from Click on Radio Button to
preset down to zero select

Increasing N/A Select this to accumulate from 0 to Click on Radio Button to

preset value select

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Example
Figure 115 shows Function Block Diagrams using a TOT function block.
EXAMPLE 1

In UMC ON Delay timers are not retentive - if the RUN

input is logic 0, the timer is reset. A retentive timer has
an Enable and a Reset input. As long as the timer is
not reset, time will be accumulated when the Enable
Input is logic 1 (ON). This permits recording the time a
device such as a pump has been on.

This example uses a Totalizer function block as a

retentive timer. If a fixed input of 1 is provided to the
block using a Numeric Constant, the totalizer will time
up to 1 at the input rate selected (per sec, per min., per
hr, or per day). For example, if the “per hr” rate were
selected, the output would be 1.0 after 1 hour, 2.0 after
2 hours, etc, up to the Preset value.

A counter is shown to count the number of pump cycles

(On to OFF transitions).

The P4-RESET Digital Variable is used to reset the

timer and counter

EXAMPLE 2 - FLOW TOTALIZATION

Figure 115 TOT function block examples

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TPO Time Proportional Output Function Block

Description
The TPO label stands for Time Proportional Output.

This block is part of the I/O Blocks category.

Function
Proportions the amount of ON time and OFF time of a Digital Output over a user defined cycle time.
• On Time = [cycle time * (IN - range lo)] / (range hi - range lo)
• OFF Time = cycle time - On Time
• If On Time < minimum ON time, then On Time = 0.0
• If OFF Time < minimum OFF time, then OFF Time = 0.0.

Input
Analog Input value in Percent (%)

Block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

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Configuration parameters
Table 118 TPO configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Address Rack 0 Address of selected Rack Enter a value: from 1 to 5

I/O Module Address of selected I/O module Enter a value: from 1 to 16

Channel Channel on selected I/O Module Enter a value: from 1 to 16*

Range Range Hi 1 High Range Value –9999 to 9999 Default = 100

Range Lo 2 Low Range Value –9999 to 9999 Default = 0

Cycle Settings Cycle Time N/A Output Cycle Time 1 to 120 seconds Default = 20

Min Off Time 4 Minimum OFF time to 15.0 seconds Default = 0.0

Min On Time 5 Minimum ON time to 15.0 seconds Default = 0.0

*For HC900 controller’s 32 Channel DO Module, outputs 17 through 32 may not be used for TPO
(Time Proportioning Output), PPO (Position Proportioning Output) or TPSC (Three Position Step
Output) output types.

Example
Figure 116 shows a Function Block Diagram using a TPO function block. Time Proportioning outputs are
commonly used for electrically heated applications where regulating the amount of ON time vs. OFF time
of a heater is used to control temperature. In the example the TPO output is used to activate a relay output
to control a heater.

Figure 116 TPO function block example

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TPSC (3POS) Function Block

Description
The TPSC (3POS) label stands for Three Position Step Control operation.

This block is part of the Loops category.

Function
This block combines a PID controller with 3 position step control output functions to provide motor
position control without position sensing. Allows the control of a valve or other actuator having an electric
motor driven by two digital output channels; one to move the motor upscale, the other to move it
downscale, without a feedback slidewire linked to the motor shaft.

Inputs
PV = Process Variable Analog Input value in Engineering Units
RSP = Remote Setpoint Analog Input value in Engineering Units or Percent
TRV = Output Track value in Percentage (PID Output = TRV Input when TRC = ON.)
TRC = Output Track Command [ON, OFF] (On -Enables TRV) (Mode = Local Override)
BIAS = Remote Bias value for Ratio PID
SWI = Switch Inputs (from SWO on LPSW function block)
0 = No Change
1 = Initiate Autotuning
2 = Change Control Action
4 = Force Bumpless Transfer
8 = Switch to Tune Set 1
16 = Switch to Tune Set 2
MDRQI = External Mode request (typically connected to the MDRQO output of a MDSW function block.
0 = No Change
1 = Manual Mode Request
2 = Auto Mode Request
4 = Local Mode Request
8 = Remote Mode Request

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Outputs
WSP = Working Setpoint in Engineering Units for monitoring
AL1 = Alarm 1 - Digital Signal
AL2 = Alarm 2 - Digital Signal
DIRECT = ON = Direct; OFF = Reverse
ATI = Autotune Indicator (ON = Autotune in Progress)
MODE = Loop mode status (typically connected to the Mode Flags block for encoding). Value indicates
modes as follows:
0.0 RSP AUTO
1.0 RSP MAN
2.0 RSP Initialization Manual (See ATTENTION)
3.0 RSP Local Override (See ATTENTION)
4.0 LSP AUTO
5.0 LSP MAN
6.0 LSP Initialization Manual (See ATTENTION)
7.0 LSP Local Override (See ATTENTION)
BCO - Back Calculation Output (for blocks used as Cascade Secondary). This block can only be used as a
cascade secondary; therefore, no BCI input is provided.
FAIL = Failed Output Indicator - Module Error

ATTENTION

When a request to change from Auto to manual is received and:

• the request comes from the operator Interface, the request is ignored.

• the request comes from the Mode Switch (MDSW) function block, the request is retained
and when leaving the Initialization Mode or Local Override Mode the loop will go to manual.

Block properties
Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Dialog box structure

The TPCS properties dialog box is divided into 8 tab cards
GENERAL
START/RESTART
RSP
RANGE/LIMIT
TUNING
ACCUTUNE
ALARMS
MOTOR
Click on the tab to access the properties for that tab.

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GENERAL tab

Table 119 TPSC General tab configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Value or Selection

Description

Block Order N/A Execution Order Read Only. To change block order,
right-click on a Function Block and
select Execution Order.
Tag Name N/A 16 character tag
name
Descriptor N/A Block descriptor
Control Direction N/A Control Action DIRECT - Proportional action causes
output to increase as process
variable increases.
REVERSE - Proportional action
causes output to decrease as
process variable increases.
SP Tracking N/A Setpoint Tracking None
Track PV - When control mode is
“manual”, local setpoint tracks
process variable.
Track RSP - When setpoint is
“remote setpoint”, local setpoint
tracks remote setpoint.

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Table 120 TPSC Start/Restart tab configuration parameter

Modes and Permitted MAN 7 Mode permitted for the Manual

Setpoints Mode initial start and power up
AUTO 8 mode. Automatic

May select both, must select one.

Permitted LSP 9 Setpoint permitted for Local Setpoint

Setpoint the initial start and
RSP 10 power up mode. Remote Setpoint

May select both, must select one.

Initial Mode N/A Mode at NEWSTART Manual

Newstart is the first Automatic

scan cycle following the
cold start of the Select one
controller

Setpoint for N/A Setpoint at NEWSTART Local Setpoint

Initial Mode
Newstart is the first Remote Setpoint
scan cycle following the
cold start of the Select one
controller

Power up N/A Mode at power up Manual

Mode
Retain Last Mode
Same mode (auto or manual)

Select one

Power up N/A Setpoint at power up Local Setpoint

Setpoint
Retain Last LSP/RSP
Same Setpoint (LSP or RSP)

Select one

Power Up Power Up N/A Output at Power up LAST OUT - Same as at power down.
Out Out
FAILSAFE - Failsafe output value.

Failsafe Out N/A Failsafe Output Value –5 % to 105 %

Initial Use initial 15 Use Initial Local Click on radio button to select
Setpoint LSP Setpoint
Value

Initial LSP 16 Initial Local Setpoint Enter Initial Local Setpoint Value
Value Value

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RSP tab

Table 121 TPSC RSP tab configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Remote Setpoint Use RSP N/A Use Remote Setpoint in Click on radio button to select
Source and Units Input (EU) Engineering Units

Use RSP N/A Use Remote Setpoint in Click on radio button to select
Input (%) Percent

Use LSP2 N/A Use Local Setpoint #2 in Click on radio button to select
(EU) Engineering Units

Ratio/Bias No Ratio or N/A No ratio and bias applied Click on radio button to select
Bias to the function block
(RSP Input Only)
Use Local N/A Use Bias value selected Click on radio button to select
Bias on Tab Enter value at “Local Bias
Value” on tab.

Use Bias N/A Use Bias value attached to Click on radio button to select
Input an input to the block

Local Bias 46 Local bias value in Enter local bias value

Value (EU) engineering units –99999 to 99999

Ratio 45 Gain value for Ratio PID –20 to +20

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Table 122 TPSC Range/limit tab configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Ranging PV High 3 PV High Range Value –99999 to 99999

Range

PV Low 4 PV Low Range Value –99999 to 99999

Range

Display Decimal N/A Number of digits after decimal point 0-5

Places for display

Units N/A Engineering units for display up to 6 characters

DEV Bar N/A Deviation Bar Range on the –99999 to 99999

Range (EU) Operator Interface

Limiting SP High 18 Setpoint High Limit Value - –99999 to 99999

Limit prevents the local and remote
setpoints from going above the
value set here.

SP Low 19 Setpoint Low Limit Value - prevents –99999 to 99999

Limit the local and remote setpoints from
going below the value set here.

Out High 33 Autotuning Output High Limit Value 0 % to 100 %

Limit - is the highest value of the output
beyond which the motor no longer
affects the process.

Out Low 34 Autotuning Output Low Limit Value 0 % to 100 %

Limit - is the lowest value of the output
beyond which the motor no longer
affects the process.

SP Rate 42 Setpoint Rate Down value - when 0 (off) to 9999 (eu/min)

Down making a setpoint change, this is
the rate at which setpoint will
change from the original setpoint
down to the new one.

SP Rate Up 43 Setpoint Rate Up value - when 0 (off) to 9999 (eu/min)

making a setpoint change, this is
the rate at which setpoint will
change from the original setpoint
up to the new one.

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Table 123 TPSC Tuning tab configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Tuning Constants Prop Band 0 Proportional Band (PB) - is the 0.1 to 1000
PB1 or percentage of the range of the
Gain1 measured variable for which a
proportional controller will produce
a 100 % change in its output.
or
Gain 37 Gain - is the ratio of output change 0.1 % to 1000 %
PB2 or (%) over the measured variable
Gain2 change (%) that caused it. ATTENTION: Enter
values for tuning set
1 and tuning set 2 in
100 % specified fields.
G=
PB %

where PB is the Proportional Band

(in %)

Reset 2 RESET (Integral Time) - adjusts the 0.02 to 50.00

Minutes Reset1 controller’s output according to both
or or the size of the deviation (SP-PV)
Repeats per 39 and the time it lasts. The amount of
Minute Reset2 corrective action depends on the
value of Gain.

The reset adjustment is measured

as how many times proportional
action is repeated per minute
(Repeats/minute) or how many
minutes before one repeat of the
proportional action occurs
(Minutes/repeat).

Rate 1 RATE action, in minutes affects the 0 or 0.1 to 10.00

Minutes Rate1 controller’s output whenever the minutes
or deviation is changing; and affects it 0 = OFF
38 more when the deviation is
Rate2 changing faster.

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ACCUTUNE tab

Table 124 TPSC Accutune tab configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Accutune Type Disabled N/A Disables Accutune Click on radio button to

select

On Demand N/A When initiated, the controller will Click on radio button to
start controlling to the setpoint while select
it identifies the process, calculates
the tuning constants, and begins
TPSC control with the correct
tuning parameters.

35 Fuzzy Overshoot Suppression minimizes overshoot after a

Enable Fuzzy Overshoot
setpoint change or a process disturbance.
Suppression
The fuzzy logic observes the speed and direction of the PV
Click on block to select signal as it approaches the setpoint and temporarily modifies
the internal controller response action as necessary to avoid
an overshoot.

There is no change to the TPSC algorithm, and the fuzzy logic

does not alter the TPSC tuning parameters.

This feature can be independently Enabled or Disabled as

required by the application to work with “TUNE” On-Demand
tuning.

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Table 125 TPSC Alarms tab configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Alarm 1 Setpoint 1 22 Alarm 1 Setpoint 1 Value –99999 to 99999 in Engineering

- this is the value at which Units
you want the alarm type
chose below to activate Within the PV range when alarm
type is PV or SP

Within PV span when alarm type

is DEV

–5 % to 105 % when alarm type is

output.

Type N/A Alarm 1 Setpoint 1 Type - Selections:

select what you want
Alarm 1 Setpoint 1 to NO ALARM
represent.
PV_HIGH High PV Alarm

PV_LOW Low PV Alarm

DEV_HIGH High Deviation

alarm

DEV_LOW Low Deviation

alarm

SP_HIGH High Setpoint

alarm

SP_LOW Low Setpoint

alarm

OUT_HIGH High Output

alarm

OUT_LOW Low Output

alarm

Setpoint 2 23 Alarm 1 Setpoint 2 Value Same as Alarm 1 Setpoint 1

Type N/A Alarm 1 Setpoint 2 Type Same as Alarm 1 Setpoint 1

Alarm 2 Setpoint 1 24 Alarm 2 Setpoint 1 Value Same as Alarm 1 Setpoint 1

Type N/A Alarm 2 Setpoint 1 Type Same as Alarm 1 Setpoint 1

Setpoint 2 25 Alarm 2 Setpoint 2 Value Same as Alarm 1 Setpoint 1

Type N/A Alarm 2 Setpoint 2 Type Same as Alarm 1 Setpoint 1

Alarm % 30 Alarm Hysteresis in % 0 % to 5 %

Hysteresis

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MOTOR tab
Three Position Step control is accomplished by assigning the motor control relays physical address under
this tab.

Example

ATTENTION

TPSC output addresses are not checked for redundant assignment or mismatch with controller
hardware; therefore, use caution to insure unique address and correct I/O module.

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Table 126 TPSC Motor tab configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Forward Relay Rack Rack Number for Forward 1 to 5.

Output Motor Direction
Module Module Number for 1 to 16
Forward Motor Direction
Channel Channel Number for Odd number 1 to 15*
Forward Motor Direction
Reverse Relay Rack Rack Number for 1 to 5.
Output Reverse Motor Direction
Module Module Number for 1 to 16
Reverse Motor Direction
Channel Channel Number for Even number 2 to 16*
Reverse Motor Direction
Motor Data Deadband 51 Deadband is an 0.5 % to 5 %
(%) adjustable gap in which
neither output operates
Traverse Motor Travel Time - the 0 to 1800 seconds
Time (sec) time it takes the motor to
travel from 0 % to 100 %
*For HC900 controller’s 32 Channel DO Module, outputs 17 through 32 may not be used for
TPO (Time Proportioning Output), PPO (Position Proportioning Output) or TPSC (Three
Position Step Output) output types.

Example
Figure 117 shows a Function Block Diagram using a TPSC function block.

Figure 117 TPSC function block example

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TRIG Trigger Function Block

TRIG Trigger Function Block

Description
The TRIG label stands for Trigger or “One Shot” operation.

This block is part of the Logic and Fast Logic categories.

Function
Turns a Logic output (OUT) ON for one logic scan cycle, when a logic input (X) goes from OFF to ON.
• If X = ON and previous value of X was OFF, then: OUT = ON (one scan)
• Otherwise, OUT = OFF

Input
X = Trigger command signal

Output
OUT = triggered pulse

ATTENTION

The duration of the logic pulse output is one function block execution cycle. The duration of
the fast logic pulse output is 100 ms, or the fast logic cycle time.

Block properties
Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

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Example
Figure 118 shows a Function Block Diagram using a TRIG function block. An OFF delay timer block
output is ON as long as the RST input is logic HI (ON). It can be used for time duration but must be
triggered by an ON to OFF transition on the Reset input. This can be accomplished using Trigger blocks
(TRIG) to create one-shot pulses which last one scan cycle. The fast logic trigger pulse will last 100 ms.
while the normal logic trigger pulse will last the complete scan cycle for analog blocks. Use according to
application need. A Periodic timer output pulse may also be used to start the timer for the OFF delay.

Timing Diagram

AND4 output

TRIG1 output

Off delay
OFDT2 output

Figure 118 TRIG function block example

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TRND Trend Rate Function Block

TRND Trend Rate Function Block

Description
The TRND label stands for Trend Rate.

This block is part of the Auxilliary category.

Function
The trend block is used to configure up to three storage rates for the HC900 trend backfill (historical data
collection) feature.
Only one trend block is allowed in a configuration.

Inputs
None.

Outputs
CAP = storage capacity in hours
RATE1 = time in seconds of the first data storarge sample rate
RATE2 = time in seconds of the second data storarge sample rate
RATE3 = time in seconds of the third data storarge sample rate

Configuration parameters
Double clicking the block will open the diaglog to confire the three data storage rates.

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For each of the Log Rates click on the change button. This will open another diaglog that will enable
setting the rate.

Selectable rates are sample every 10 – 59 seconds, or every 1 – 59 minutes, or every 1 – 23 hours or once
per day.

Table 127 TRND block configuration parameters

Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Log Rate 1 Sets the first of the 3 10 – 59 seconds or

trend logging rates 1 – 59 minutes or
1 – 23 hours or
1 per day

Log Rate 2 Sets the second of the 3 10 – 59 seconds or

trend logging rates 1 – 59 minutes or
1 – 23 hours or
1 per day

Log Rate 3 Sets the third of the 3 10 – 59 seconds or

trend logging rates 1 – 59 minutes or
1 – 23 hours or
1 per day

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TRPT Trend Point Function Block

TRPT Trend Point Function Block

Description
The TRPT label stands for Trend Point.

This block is part of the Auxiliary category.

Function
The trend point block is used to configure the data points to be stored by the HC900 trend backfill
(historical data collection) feature.
The data collection rate for the points configured in the block is determined by the output pin of the TRND
block that it is connected to.

Inputs
X= time in seconds of the data storage rage for point in this block.

Outputs
None

Configuration parameters
There is a global parameter found under the HC Designer Edit menu to select whether trend points are to be
configured by Modbus address or by Signal Tag. Depending on this choice double clicking the block will
open one of the two following dialogs will open to configure the points to be trended by this block.
In either case, points are added by selecting the line and clicking on “Add to list”. Each trend point block
can support up to 50 points. The trend function will support up to 250 points.

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Figure 119 TRPT Dialog to configure points by signal tag

Figure 120 TRPT Dialog to configure points by Modbus Address

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Example
This example shows how multiple trend point blocks are attached to a single trend block to create different
trend groups at the three rates.

Figure 121 TRND and TRPT function block example

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UPDN Up/Down Function Block

UPDN Up/Down Function Block

Description
The UPDN label stands for UP/DOWN Counter.

This block is part of the Counters/Timers category.

Function
The output counts the number of rising edge logic transactions on the input to the block up to a preset value
(RPRE or LPRE). When the preset value is reached, a logic output (PREI) is enabled until a Reset input
(RST) resets the block. Value may be set to increase to the preset value or decrease from the preset value.

Inputs
^X = Positive Edge Detect Count Input
RPRE = Remote Preset
RST = ON resets the count
CNTDN = ON counts down

Outputs
OUT = Output
PREI = Preset Indicator

Block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

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Configuration parameters
Table 128 Up/down configuration parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Presets Local 0 Local Preset 1 to 99999

Preset

1 On selects remote preset Click on Box to select

Use Remote Preset

Example
Figure 122 shows a Function Block Diagram using a UPDN function block. This example uses a Totalizer
function block as a retentive timer. If a fixed input of 1 is provided to the block using a Numeric Constant,
the totalizer will time up to 1 at the input rate selected (per sec, per min., per hr, or per day). For example,
if the “per hr” rate were selected, the output would be 1.0 after 1 hour, 2.0 after 2 hours, etc, up to the
Preset value.
A counter is shown to count the number of pump cycles (On to OFF transitions).
The P4-RESET Digital Variable is used to reset the timer and counter

Figure 122 UPDN function block example

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VLIM Velocity Limiter Function Block

VLIM Velocity Limiter Function Block

Description
The VLIM label stands for Velocity (Rate) Limiter.

This block is part of the Auxiliary category.

Function
Limits the rate at which an analog input value (X) can change, when a digital input signal (EN) is ON.
Individual rate of change limits are configured for an increasing and a decreasing X, respectively.
Separate digital status outputs indicate when High (H) or Low (L) rate limits are active.
• If EN = OFF or system state = NEWSTART*, then:
OUT = X,
L = OFF,
H = OFF.
• If EN = ON and OUT < X, then:
OUT moves toward X at Increasing RATE limit,
L = OFF,
H = ON until OUT = X.
• If EN = ON and OUT > X, then:
OUT moves toward X at Decreasing RATE,
L = ON until OUT = X,
H = OFF.
* Newstart is the first scan cycle following the cold start of the controller.

Input
X = Analog Value (Primary Input)
EN = Enable Input command

Output
OUT = Rate Limited Input Value
H = High Rate alarm indication
L = Low Rate alarm indication

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Block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Configuration parameters
Table 129 VLIM Configuration Parameters

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Set Limits Increase 0 Limits the increasing rate at which 0 to 99999 (eu/min)
Rate Limit the analog input value can change

Decrease 1 Limits the decreasing rate at which 0 to 99999 (eu/min)

Rate Limit the analog input value can change

Example
Figure 123 shows a VLIM function block that limits the increasing or decreasing rate at which the output
can change based on user specified limits when the Enable input is ON (1).

Figure 123 VLIM function block example

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WCON Write Constant Function Block

WCON Write Constant Function Block

Description
The WCON label stands for Write Constant. This block is part of the Auxiliary category.

Function
Writes the numerical value of selected configuration parameter to a given control block. If EN is ON, the
selected parameter is changed to the value of X.
ATTENTION

Not valid for all blocks. Also, for SIL-compliant controllers the Write Constant function block
may be used on both Process and Safety worksheets, but the selected function block to write
to must be located on a Process worksheet. Writing to blocks located on a Safety worksheet is
not allowed, unless the Write Constant function block itself is on a Safety worksheet.

Input
X = Value to be written (invalid for parameters of type other than BOOL or REAL)
EN = Enable command

Configuration parameters

Parameter Index # Parameter Value or Selection

Description

Block Number N/A Number of 101 to 500(CPU C30)

control block 101 or 2100(CPU C50)
that contains 101 to 5100 (CPU C70/C75)
desired
configuration
parameter

Parameter Index # N/A Index number Select the index number of the required
of configuration parameter from the specific function block
parameter to reference data
be modified

1. Double-click on the function block to access the "Write Constant" dialog shown below:

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2. Select the Block Number of the Target Block from the pull-down list. Note that function blocks located on
a Safety worksheet in an SIL-compliant configuration will not be listed, unless the Write Constant block is
on a Safety worksheet itself.
3. Enter the Index number of the desired configuration parameter of the Target Block. Check the block’s
properties page for details.
4. Click on the OK button to complete the configuration.
The block number and parameter index will appear on the front of the WCON function Block; B:105 I:5 in
the above example.

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WTUN Write Tuning Constants Function Block

WTUN Write Tuning Constants Function Block

Description
The WTUN label stands for Write Tuning Constants.

This block is part of the Loops category.

Function
Writes the numerical value of Gain, Rate, and Reset to a Target PID, TPSC, or CARB block without any
operator interaction.
Select the target block number from the specific function block diagram and enter it in the appropriate
field in the “Write Tune Constants” dialog box.
• If EN is ON, then the tuning constants are set to the Gain, Rate, and Reset input values..

ATTENTION

Invalid for block number whose type is other than PID, CARB, or TPSC.

If the target block is in AUTO mode, tuning parameter change will cause a bump in the output.

If any input value is “out-of-range”, no values will be written.

Input
GAIN = Value for GAIN tuning constant
RSET = Value for RESET tuning constant (Integration time)
RATE = Value for RATE tuning constant (Derivative time)
EN = Enable command

ATTENTION

The three analog inputs can originate as recipe items or be calculated for adaptive control.

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Target block number

Double click on the function block to access the “Target Block Number” dialog box.
Enter the Target Block number in the appropriate field. Selections are from 101 to 500(Model C30), 101
to 2100 (Model C50), 101 to 5100 (Model C70/C75).

Example
Figure 124 shows a Function Block Diagram using a WTUN function block to write Tuning Parameters to
a PID function block.

Figure 124 WTUN function block example

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WVAR Write Variable Function Block

WVAR Write Variable Function Block

Description
The WVAR label stands for Write Variable. This block is part of the Auxiliary category.

Function
Writes a new value to a selected Variable number.
If EN is ON, then the Variable selected is set to the value of X. (For example: X = a constant value)
For SIL-compliant controllers the Write Variable function block may be used on both Process and Safety
worksheets. Writing to Variables located on a Safety worksheet is not allowed, unless the Write Variable
function block itself is on a Safety worksheet .
Designer software V6.005 and above provides connections from the process to safety worksheet variables
for NON-critical safety functions. The safety variable must be enabled for non-critical safety functions; this
variable attribute places the variable into the Select variables list on process worksheets.

Inputs
X = Value to be written to the selected variable
EN = Enable command
Configurable Parameter
Target write variable number

1. Double-click on the function block to access the "Write Variable Number" dialog shown below:

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2. Click on the Select Variable button to access the “Select Variable” dialog shown below:
Once a variable is assigned the "Find Variable" button will change the worksheet focus to the associated
variable.
> Selecting the OK button keeps new worksheets focus.
> Selecting the "Cancel" button returns the worksheet focus to the WVAR worksheet.
This functionality allows the configurator designer to verify the associated variable connection.
Note: If the WVAR's variable is deleted from the configuration the WVAR association will be lost/ unassigned.

3. From the pull-down selector select from:

• All WorkSheets
• All Variables
• Analog Variables
• Digital Variables
4. In the All Worksheets list box select the desired worksheets list -"All WorkSheets", "Process WorkSheets",
"Safety WorkSheets".
5. In the list box, select the desired Variable. Note that Variables located on a Safety worksheet in an SIL-
compliant configuration will only be listed if the associated variables NON-Safety Critical radio button has
been enabled or, unless the Write Variable function block is on a Safety worksheet.
NOTE: Setting enabling the NON safety Critical radio button confirms that the variable is not being used in
a safety critical function.
6. Click the OK button to return to the “Write Variable Number” dialog.
7. Click the OK button to complete the configuration.

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The Target block number will appear on the front of the WVAR function Block.

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XFR Bumpless Analog Transfer Switch Function Block

XFR Bumpless Analog Transfer Switch Function Block

Description
The XFR label stands for Bumpless Analog Transfer Switch.

This block is part of the Signal Selectors category.

Function
Provide “bumpless” switching between two analog input values (X, Y) that is triggered by a digital input
signal (*SY). When switched, the output ramps to the new value at a specified rate.
The rate at which the output (OUT) changes to a switched value (Y or X) is set by YRATE and XRATE
configuration values, respectively.
• If SY is switched to ON, then: OUT changes to Y value at YRATE.
• If SY is switched to OFF, then: OUT changes to X value at XRATE.
• When OUT reaches the selected target input, OUT tracks the selected input (until SY changes).

Input
X = First analog value.
Y = Second analog value.
SY = Switch to Y command digital signal

Output
OUT = Selected Value

Block properties

Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

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Configuration parameters
Table 130 XFR switch configuration data

Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Set Transfer Rates Transfer to X 0 Rate at which output changes 0 to 99999

Rate from Y to X in engineering units Must be set at > = 0
per minute

Transfer to Y 1 Rate at which output changes 0 to 99999

Rate from X to Y in engineering units Must be set at > = 0
per minute

Example
Figure 125 shows a Function Block Diagram using a XFR function block. It shows a typical switch action
for a XFR function block.

Figure 125 XFR function block example

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XOR Function Block

XOR Function Block

Description
The XOR label stands for the Exclusive OR Boolean operation.

This block is part of the Logic and Fast Logic categories.

Function
Turns a digital output signal (OUT) ON if only one of two digital input signals (X, Y) is ON. Otherwise,
the output is OFF.
• If X = OFF and Y = ON, then: OUT = ON.
• If X = ON and Y = OFF, then: OUT = ON.
• If X = ON and Y = ON, or X = OFF and Y = OFF, then OUT = OFF.

Input
X = First Digital Signal
Y = Second Digital Signal

Output
OUT = resultant digital signal

Block properties
Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.

Example
Figure 126 shows a Function Block Diagram using a XOR function block. In the example, if pressure input
1 or 2 is high or low, flow is disabled. If only one pressure input is ON, flow is enabled.

Figure 126 XOR function block example

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5XYRB Function Block

5XYRB Function Block

Description
The 5XYRB label stands for XYR5000 base radio slave status block.

This block is a part of the Communications category.

Function
This block allows the HC900 controller to act as a Modbus master device and communicate with XYR5000
base radios via the serial port of the controller. Configuration of the HC900 master requires one block per
base radio, up to 32 base radios or 1024 parameters maximum. Only one block may be assigned to each
XYR5000 base radio slave device.
The block supports 10 read parameters from the XYR5000 plus it provides digital indication of
communication integrity. For attached transmitters there is a separate 5XYRT block which is connected to
5XYRB via the address (ADDR) output of the 5XYRB block. Since all the parameters of 5XYRB block
have fixed Modbus register addresses, there is no configuration data associated with addressing of the
parameters. All outputs can be tagged in the same manner to any other function block output.
NOTE 1: To read proper values of all transmitter parameters when connecting an HC900 to the XYR5000
system, the XYR5000 base radio must be set to "Register Mapping Mode."
If a XYR5000 base radio slave device does not respond to a request, the last output value will be
maintained.
NOTE 2: The output values of the 5XYRB block may be added to the Custom Modbus Map without the
need to assign tags to the output pins.

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Input
ENABLE = Digital input ON when XYR5000 base station is in scan. Digital input OFF when XYR5000
base station is out of scan.

Output
DEV STAT = Last read value of XYR5000 base radio device status. (O = offline, 1 = online)
EXP CNT = Number of Expected Transmitters communicating to the base station.
TX CNT = Number of Transmitters actually communicating with the base radio.
TxS1-16 = Online/Offline status of transmitters 1-16. Connect to Digital Decoder block for transmitter
status.
TxS17-32 = Online/Offline status of transmitters 17-32. Connect to Digital Decoder block for transmitter
status.
TxS33-48 = Online/Offline status of transmitters 33-48. Connect to Digital Decoder block for transmitter
status.
TxS49-64 = Online/Offline status of transmitters 49-64. Connect to Digital Decoder block for transmitter
status.
TxS65-80 = Online/Offline status of transmitters 65-80. Connect to Digital Decoder block for transmitter
status.
TxS81-96 = Online/Offline status of transmitters 81-96. Connect to Digital Decoder block for transmitter
status.
TxS97-100 = Online/Offline status of transmitters 97-100. Connect to Digital Decoder block for transmitter
status.
NO_SCAN = Scan Indication. ON = Device is "Out of Scan". OFF = Device is "In Scan".
BAD_COM = Communications Indication. ON = Bad quality or device not defined. OFF = Good
Communications.
ADDR = Connection pin used to connect the 5XYRB base radio block to the 5XYRT transmitter block.

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Configuration parameters
Double click on the function block to access the function block properties dialog box.
Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Configure Modbus Slave Tag 0 Description of XYR5000 device 16 character tag name.
Slave Name
Slave address and Tag
Name must be unique
within a control file.
Modbus 1 Address of XYR5000 base radio Enter unique address.
address on the link. address, range 1 to 247.

Default address = 255

which means XYR5000
base radio slave will NOT
be in scan

Modbus Double Each IEEE 32-bit floating point number requires two consecutive registers (four bytes)
Register Format starting with the register defined as the starting register for the information. The stuffing
order of the bytes into the two registers differs among Modbus hosts. The selections are:

Selection Description Byte order

FP B Floating Point Big Endian Format

(recommended format) 4, 3, 2, 1

FP BB Floating Point Big Endian with byte-swapped 3, 4, 1, 2

FP L Floating Point Little Endian Format 1, 2, 3, 4

FP LB Floating Point Little Endian with byte-swapped 2, 1, 4, 3

Example
Figure 127 shows a Function Block Diagram using a 5XYRB function block.

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Figure 127 5XYRB function block example

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5XYRT Function Block

5XYRT Function Block

Description
The 5XYRT label stands for XYR5000 Transmitter slave status block.

This block is a part of the Communications category.

Function
This communication function block expands the read capability of the 5XYRB Slave function block to
access parameters of XYR5000 Transmitters. 5XYRB block’s ADDR output is connected to the ADDR
input of this block to access all the parameters. The 5XYRT block has 12 output parameters which are
supplied by 5XYRB block. Since these parameters have fixed Modbus register addresses, there is no
configuration data associated with this block. All outputs can be connected or tagged in the same manner as
any other function block output.
If communication between the HC900 and the XYR5000 base radio is lost, the last read values will be
supplied on the 5XYRT outputs.

Input
ADDR = Input pin used to connect the 5XYR transmitter block to the 5XYRB base radio block. Must be
connected to 5XYRB block’s ADDR output pin.

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Output
PR SENS = Primary Sensor Value.
SC SENS = Secondary Sensor Value.
TR SENS = Tertiary Sensor Value.
ONLINE = Transmitter online status. 1 = online, 0 = offline.
LOW BAT = Low Battery condition. 1 = low battery, 0 = battery ok.
ALARM = Alarm condition. 1 = alarm, 0 = no alarm.
SENS ERR = Sensor error condition. 1 = error, 0 = ok.
SENS OVR = Sensor over range condition. 1 = over range, 0 = ok.
SYS ERR = System error condition. 1 = system error, 0 = ok.
INP1 CLSD = switch input 1 closed. 1 = closed, 0 = open.
INP2 CLSD = switch input 2 closed. 1 = closed, 0 = open.
SQRT FN = square root function. Square root of primary Differential Transmitter output.

Configurable Parameters
Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection
Transmitter 0 Description of XYR5000 16 character name.
Reference transmitter
Name Slave address and Tag
Name must be unique
within a control file.
Node ID 1 ID of transmitter Enter node ID. (Valid
Range is 1 to 100).

Default ID = 0 which
means data will NOT be
read.

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Example

Figure 128 5XYRT function block example

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6XYRT Function Block

The 6XYRT label stands for XYR6000 transmitter status block.

This block is a part of the Communications category.

Function
Use this block to read the process variables and device status of any XYR6000 transmitter. To access
XYR6000 parameters, connect this block’s ADDR input to the ADDR output of the XYR6000 Gateway
(6XYRWG) block.
Five parameters—PV1, PV2, PV3, PV4 and DEV_STAT—are read from the XYR6000 transmitter.
DEV_STAT value contains several statuses of the transmitter, and each status from DEV_STAT is
assigned its own output pin of this block.
If a 6XYRWG gateway does not respond to a request from the HC900, the last read values will be
maintained on the 6XYRT outputs.

Input
ADDR = Slave IP Address from associated 6XYRWG block (must be connected to IP address output pin
of a 6XYRWG block).

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Output
PV1 = Last read value of process variable 1 from the specified address of PV1 register
PV2 = Last read value of process variable 2 from the specified address of PV2 register
PV3 = Last read value of process variable 3 from the specified address of PV3 register
PV4 = Last read value of process variable 4 from the specified address of PV4 register
ELEC_FAIL = Electronics failure status flag (Decoded bit 0 of DEV_STAT)
MECH_FAIL = Mechanical failure (Decoded bit 1 of DEV_STAT)
IN_FAIL = Input failure (Decoded bit 2 of DEV_STAT)
OUT_FAIL = Output failure (Decoded bit 3 of DEV_STAT)
LOW_BAT = Low battery (Decoded bit 4 of DEV_STAT)
EXT_PWR = External power (Decoded bit 5 of DEV_STAT)
CFG_ERR = Configuration Error (Decoded bit 6 of DEV_STAT)
CAL_ERR = Calibration error (Decoded bit 7 of DEV_STAT)
RADIO_ERR = Radio communication error (Decoded bit 8 of DEV_STAT)
MEM_ERR = Heap memory error (Decoded bit 9 of DEV_STAT)
DFW_ERR = Device firmware error (Decoded bit 10 of DEV_STAT)
WT_ERR = Watchdog timer error (Decoded bit 11 of DEV_STAT)
DIAG = Diagnostics (ON when any of the above status pins are ON)
DEV_STAT = Device Status from the specified address of Device status register. This value is further
decoded and individual status bits are displayed as remaining outputs of the block (ELEC_FAIL through
DIAG).

Configurable parameters
Step 1: Select Load Wireless Data File. This is a file containing the transmitter’s parameters and addresses.
This file must first be created and exported from the Wireless Builder application. For details, see How to
create an XYR6000 Transmitter export file.
Step 2: Add or remove the DEV-STAT and up to 4 PVs.

Parameter/ Description
Button
Filename Path and name of the XYR6000’s exported .csv file
containing the device parameters to be accessed by this
block.
Time Stamp Time the .csv file was created.
Load Wireless Data File Lets you select and load the .csv file containing the XYR6000
parameter addresses. This file must first be exported from
Wireless Builder application.

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Parameter/ Description
Button
Transmitter Reference Name Name of the XYR6000 transmitter.
XYR Device Name of the device whose parameters you will add or
remove to the block.
Register Type of register being accessed (Status or PV).
Address Address of the parameter that was added. This field is blank if
you remove the parameter.
Add Click this to list the available parameters in the Wireless Data
File loaded above. Highlight the desired parameter and click
OK to add it.
Remove Removes the parameter from the block.

How to create an XYR6000 Transmitter export file

A .csv file containing the transmitter’s parameters and addresses is required for configuration of the
6XYRT function block. Following are the steps to create this .csv file in Wireless Builder.
1. Using Wireless Builder, complete the network configuration for all devices (transmitters) to be interfaced
via the Wireless Gateway. Once a complete database has been created, click on the Gateway name in the
Menu Tree of the software to access the MAIN dialog display for the gateway.
2. Click on the Modbus TCP Server tab to register the specific HC900 controller that will be permitted to
access the Gateway’s Modbus data. Verify the TCP Port number is 502. Enter the IP address of the HC900
controller’s port that the dialog. The HC900 controller’s IP address can be found using HC Designer software
under the Utilities Tab.

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3. Click on the Modbus TCP Analog data tab to begin assigning Modbus addresses to transmitter data.
4. Scroll down to access the Input Register Entries field for Input Registers (Read FC4) table and specify the
quantity of parameters to be read by the HC900 controller. In the figure below, a quantity of 14 has been
entered (see circle), thus creating 14 entries with register numbers 0 to 27. (Parameters are floating point
and occupy 2 registers each.) Note a minimum of two parameters will be needed for each transmitter, one
for the process value and one for the transmitter status. If the specific transmitter has more than one
process variable, addition parameter fields will be needed.

5. To add a transmitter parameter, click on a register under the Block column. Next, click on the gray block
that appears at the right of the selected cell. (See circle in figure above.) This brings up a list of
configured transmitters, each with a Device Status parameter and one to four PVs.
6. Select a parameter to add to the register. Device Status parameters are blank under the Block Names
column; PV parameters have block names.
7. Repeat for each parameter you’d like to add.
8. Close the Main Gateway dialog.

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9. Access the File menu of Wireless Builder and select Export Modbus Config. See figure below. Select
conversion to Generic File Format. Assign a file name, select file type “Delimited Text (.csv)” and save
the file. Export a database .csv file. This .csv file contains the transmitter’s parameters and addresses and
is required for configuration of the 6XYRT function block.

Example

Figure 129 6XYRT function block example

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6XYRWG
The 6XYRWG label stands for XYR6000 Wireless Gateway slave status block.

This block is a part of the Communications category.

Function
This block allows the HC900 controller to act as a master device and communicate with an XYR6000
wireless gateway via the Ethernet port of the controller. Configuration in HC900 master requires one block
per gateway, up to 32 gateways or 1024 parameters maximum. Only one block may be assigned to each
XYR6000 gateway slave device. Even if it does not read or write parameters, it provides a means of
connecting XYR6000 wireless transmitter blocks to it by way of ADDR output pin. The block outputs
provide digital indication of communication integrity.
For transmitter parameters that are readable, there is separate 6XYRT block which is connected to
6XYRWG via the ADDR output pin at the bottom of this block. If more parameters of any of the
transmitters are to be read, then TCPR block can be used with 6XYRWG block similar to TCPS and TCPR
combination. All outputs of the block can be connected or tagged in the same manner as any other function
block output.
If XYR6000 gateway slave device does not respond to a request, the last output value will be maintained.

Input
ENBL = Enable. When the digital input pin is ON the 6XYRWG Slave device is in scan.
If the Enable pin is not connected, then the user must be in Monitor mode, Monitoring TCP Modbus
Diagnostics in the HC Designer, select the 6XYRWG device to be enabled or disabled, and click the
Enable (or Disable) button.

Output
NO_SCAN = Scan Indication. ON = Device is "Out of Scan". OFF = Device is "In Scan".
BAD_COM = Communications Indication. ON = Bad quality or device not defined. OFF = Good
Communications.
ADDR = Used to connect 6XYRT transmitter function blocks to the 6XYRG gateway block.

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Configurable Parameters
Properties Group Parameter Index # Parameter Description Value or Selection

Configure Modbus Slave Tag 0 Description of 6XYRWG slave 16 character tag name.
Name device
Slave address and Tag
Name must be unique
within a control file.
Modbus/TCP 1 IP Address of XYR6000 Enter unique address.
address Wireless gateway device on the (Cannot be 0.0.0.0 or
link. 255.255.255.255)

Default IP address =
0.0.0.0 which means
6XYRWG slave will NOT
be in scan.

Modbus Double Each IEEE 32-bit floating point number requires two consecutive registers (four bytes)
Register Format starting with the register defined as the starting register for the information. The stuffing
order of the bytes into the two registers differs among Modbus hosts. The selections are:

Selection Description Byte order

FP B Floating Point Big Endian Format

(recommended format) 4, 3, 2, 1

FP BB Floating Point Big Endian with byte-swapped 3, 4, 1, 2

FP L Floating Point Little Endian Format 1, 2, 3, 4

FP LB Floating Point Little Endian with byte-swapped 2, 1, 4, 3

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Example

Figure 130 6XYRWG function block example

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