E-M-HC2-accessories_24 Rotronic AG Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit Accessories and Parts for probes, indicators and transmitters Instruction Manual Document Type Page Document title 1 of 23 Accessories and Parts for probes, indicators and transmitters © 2009-2010; Rotronic AG E-M-HC2-accessories_23
E-M-HC2-accessories_24 Rotronic AG Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit Accessories and Parts for probes, indicators and transmitters Document title Instruction Manual Document Type Page 2 of 23 Table of contents 1 2 3 4 4.1 4.2 4.3 5 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4 6 6.1 7 7.1 7.2 7.3 8 8.1 8.2 9 10 10.1 10.2 11 12 Configuration and communication software .................................................................................... 3 Service cables for transmitters and indicators....................
E-M-HC2-accessories_24 Rotronic AG Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit Accessories and Parts for probes, indicators and transmitters Document Type Page Document title 1 Instruction Manual 3 of 23 Configuration and communication software The ROTRONIC HW4 software (version 2.1.0 or higher) allows configuring the AirChip 3000 probes and instruments. HW4 is compatible with Windows XP, Vista and NT4 with SP6a or higher.
E-M-HC2-accessories_24 Rotronic AG Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit Accessories and Parts for probes, indicators and transmitters Instruction Manual Document Type Page Document title 3 4 of 23 Supply voltage adapters for the HC2 probes Order Code E2-01XX-ACT Description Female connector (black) with built-in voltage regulator for HC2 probes. 1 m (3.2 ft) cable with tinned ends E2-02XX-ACT Same as E2-01XX-ACT with 2m (6.5 ft) cable E2-05XX-ACT Same as E2-01XX-ACT with 5m (16.
E-M-HC2-accessories_24 Rotronic AG Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit Accessories and Parts for probes, indicators and transmitters Instruction Manual Document Type Page Document title 5 of 23 o The electronic circuit of the adapter generates a small amount of heat. For this reason, do not place the adapter directly under the probe.
E-M-HC2-accessories_24 Rotronic AG Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit Accessories and Parts for probes, indicators and transmitters Instruction Manual Document Type Page Document title 4.2 6 of 23 Passive cables and connectors for OEM applications Order Code Description E2-XX Female connector for panel mount with 7 wires (0.3 m / 1ft), tinned ends E2-01XX Female connector (black), 1 m (3.2 ft) cable with tinned ends E2-02XX Same as E2-01XX with 2m (6.
E-M-HC2-accessories_24 Rotronic AG Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit Accessories and Parts for probes, indicators and transmitters Instruction Manual Document Type Page Document title 4.3 7 of 23 Cables with digital signal booster Order Code Description Active digital signal booster set Allows connecting a HC2 probe to a transmitter over a distance of up to 100 m (330 ft). The probe analog signals are not transmitted by the AC3003.
E-M-HC2-accessories_24 Rotronic AG Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit Accessories and Parts for probes, indicators and transmitters Document Type Page Document title 5 Instruction Manual 8 of 23 Digital interface adapters for the HC2 probes NOTE: o o 5.1 Supply voltage to the probe: 3.3 VDC ± 0.
E-M-HC2-accessories_24 Rotronic AG Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit Accessories and Parts for probes, indicators and transmitters Instruction Manual Document Type Page Document title 5.4 9 of 23 RS-485 and Modbus adapters Order Code Description Female connector (black) for HC2 probes with 1 m (3.
E-M-HC2-accessories_24 Rotronic AG Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit Accessories and Parts for probes, indicators and transmitters Document title Instruction Manual Document Type Page 10 of 23 Networking notes: o A Modbus network and a RS-485 network are physically identical but cannot be mixed due to the difference between the communication protocols.
E-M-HC2-accessories_24 Rotronic AG Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit Accessories and Parts for probes, indicators and transmitters Instruction Manual Document Type Page Document title 6 Digital interface adapter for the HC2-S3C0 probe 6.
E-M-HC2-accessories_24 Rotronic AG Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit Accessories and Parts for probes, indicators and transmitters Instruction Manual Document Type Page Document title 7 RS-485 converters and junction boxes 7.
E-M-HC2-accessories_24 Rotronic AG Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit Accessories and Parts for probes, indicators and transmitters Instruction Manual Document Type Page Document title 13 of 23 7.1.1 Powering the networked devices from the RS-485 main data line Depending on the model, the devices connected to a RS-485 network can be powered from the main data line as opposed to each device being powered separately. Please check the instruction manual of each device.
E-M-HC2-accessories_24 Rotronic AG Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit Accessories and Parts for probes, indicators and transmitters Instruction Manual Document Type Page Document title 14 of 23 7.1.2 RS-485 network design and installation Please follow the instructions provided in document E-DV04-RS485.01 o Limit the RS-485 network to a single main data line (one segment) o Terminate each end of the main data line with a 240 Ohm resistor.
E-M-HC2-accessories_24 Rotronic AG Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit Accessories and Parts for probes, indicators and transmitters Instruction Manual Document Type Page Document title 15 of 23 Specifications Supply voltage to AC3011 converter 12…24 VDC (can be used to power the RS-485 slave devices when mA rating is sufficient) Current consumption (AC3011 only) 85 mA typical Temperature operating range -40…85°C RS-485 specifications Baud rate Parity Data bits Stop bits : 19200 : n
E-M-HC2-accessories_24 Rotronic AG Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit Accessories and Parts for probes, indicators and transmitters Instruction Manual Document Type Page Document title 16 of 23 7.2.2 Powering the networked devices from the RS-485 main data line Depending on the model, the devices connected to a RS-485 network can be powered from the main data line as opposed to each device being powered separately. Please check the instruction manual of each device.
E-M-HC2-accessories_24 Rotronic AG Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit Accessories and Parts for probes, indicators and transmitters Instruction Manual Document Type Page Document title 17 of 23 7.2.3 RS-485 network design and installation Please follow the instructions provided in document E-DV04-RS485.01 o Limit the RS-485 network to a single main data line (one segment) o Terminate each end of the main data line with a 240 Ohm resistor.
E-M-HC2-accessories_24 Rotronic AG Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit Accessories and Parts for probes, indicators and transmitters Instruction Manual Document Type Page Document title 18 of 23 Specifications Temperature limits -40…85°C Built-in resistor for terminating main data line 240 Ohm, can be connected or disconnected with a jumper Connection type T2 or T3 7.3.
E-M-HC2-accessories_24 Rotronic AG Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit Accessories and Parts for probes, indicators and transmitters Instruction Manual Document Type Page Document title 8 Mounting hardware 8.1 Mounting hardware for through-wall probe installation Order Code 19 of 23 Description Mounting flange with compression fitting for (15 mm / 0.6” diameter probe).
E-M-HC2-accessories_24 Rotronic AG Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit Accessories and Parts for probes, indicators and transmitters Document Type Page Document title 8.2 Instruction Manual 20 of 23 Mounting hardware for transmitter enclosure Use with: o o o HF4 HF5 HF6 Order Code Description AC5002 DIN-rail mounting kit consisting of 2 clamps that attach to the back of the enclosure with the screws provided.
E-M-HC2-accessories_24 Rotronic AG Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit Accessories and Parts for probes, indicators and transmitters Instruction Manual Document Type Page Document title 10 Dust filters 10.
E-M-HC2-accessories_24 Rotronic AG Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit Accessories and Parts for probes, indicators and transmitters Document Type Page Document title 10.
E-M-HC2-accessories_24 Rotronic AG Bassersdorf, Switzerland Document code Unit Accessories and Parts for probes, indicators and transmitters • • • Document Type Page Document title 11 Instruction Manual 23 of 23 Maximum temperature limit for connectors, cables and adapters Cables and wiring: 70°C (158°F) All probe side connectors: 100 °C (212 °F) All other connectors (USB, mini-USB, D-Sub 9 or RJ45: 70°C (158°F) NOTES: o Probe side connectors have a maximum temperature limit of 100 °C so as t
