Bulletin No. LEGEND-G
Drawing No. LP0324
Released 04/14
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LEGEND SERIES
MODEL LGS -Single Preset Counter/Rate Indicator
MODEL LGD - Dual Preset Counter/Rate Indicator
MODEL LGB - Four Preset Batch/Counter/Rate Indicator
MODEL LGM - Six Preset Counter/Rate Indicator
DESCRIPTION
The Legend Series consist of four different models that are multi-function
count and rate indicators. There can be up to six presets and six programmable
outputs depending upon the unit. The count and rate displays have separate
programmable decimal point settings. The unit also has rate peak and valley
displays that show the highest and lowest rate readings since they were reset
(peak and valley readings are not retained when power is removed).
There are
five Programmable User Inputs, three external remote inputs and two front
panel function keys, which allow the user to select from a variety of functions.
The two line by eight character alphanumeric display with English menus,
allows for easy viewing and simple programming of the units. The four scroll
through indication displays can be programmed to show other parameters and if
desired, automatically scroll at one of the two programmable rates. A program
disable DIP switch used with an external User Input can be utilized to protect
the settings and guarantee that no unwanted changes occur during operation.
The standard RS485 serial communication feature provides the capability of
two-way communication between the Legend unit and other compatible
equipment such as a printer, a programmable controller, or a host computer.
The Baud Rate is programmable and ranges from 1200 to 9600. The unit
address number can be programmed from 00-99. Up to thirty-two units can be
installed on a single pair of wires, each with an individual address. The Count
value(s), Preset(s), Rate, Peak, Valley, etc can all be interrogated or changed.
The output(s), counters(s), rate and peak readings can be reset, by sending the
proper command codes via serial communications or by activating a
programmable user input. When a user input, selected for the print request
function, is activated, the values specified in the Program Print Options module
can be transmitted to a printer.
Optional Programming Software (SFLGP) for IBM
®
compatible PCs is
available to program all of the Legend configuration parameters such as User
Inputs, count modes, etc. The software allows unit configurations to be created,
uploaded, downloaded, and saved to a file for rapid programming of the Legend.
The Legend offers a choice of seven programmable counting modes for use
in applications requiring Bi-directional, Anti-coincidence, and Quadrature
counting. A separate external inhibit terminal can be used in conjunction with
any of the count modes. The input circuitry is switch selectable to accept signals
from a variety of input sources. A unit may be programmed to register counts on
both edges of the input signal providing frequency doubling capability.
A Legend unit will indicate an overflow condition when the capacity of a
Count display
(Process, Batch, or Total)
is exceeded, by flashing the word
“OVERFLOW”
in the appropriate display.
All count values and program setting are retained when unit power is
removed in nonvolatile memory.
2X8 TRANSMISSIVE LCD, NEGATIVE IMAGE, WITH LED
BACKLIGHTING
FOUR USER PROGRAMMABLE INDICATION DISPLAYS
OPTIONAL PROGRAMMING SOFTWARE
ENGLISH PROGRAMMING MENUS
RATE, PEAK & VALLEY INDICATION
ABILITY TO LOCKOUT OPERATOR ACCESS TO PROGRAMMING
PARAMETERS
ACCEPTS COUNT RATES UP TO 23 KHz (for Model LGS)
BI-DIRECTIONAL COUNTING, UP/DOWN CONTROL
QUADRATURE SENSING (Up to 4 times resolution)
COUNT INHIBIT PIN AVAILABLE FOR ALL COUNT MODES
SEPARATE INPUT SCALING FOR RATE & COUNT
PROGRAMMABLE CONTROL INPUTS
INPUTS ARE SWITCH SELECTABLE FOR MAGNETIC PICKUPS
RELAY OUTPUT(S) (Field Replaceable)
OUTPUT(S) ASSIGNABLE TO COUNT OR RATE
SOLID STATE CURRENT SINKING OUTPUT(S)
115/230 VAC SWITCH SELECTABLE
RS485 SERIAL COMMUNICATIONS
NONVOLATILE MEMORY
NEMA 4X/IP65 SEALED FRONT PANEL BEZEL
DIMENSIONS In inches (mm)
Note: Recommended minimum clearance (behind the panel) for
mounting clip installation is 3.0" (76.2) H x 4.0" (101.6) W.
PANEL CUT-OUT
C 816352
P
2
820406
F1
F2
RST
2.68
2.95
(74.9)
E
SELECT PROPER VOLTAGE
BEFORE APPLYING POWER
+.03
-.01
2.64
(67.1)
CAUTION:
115 VAC
230 VAC
50/60 HZ, 10 VA
LB01269
(68
+.6
-.3
)
2.68
(68)
PRS
ESC
ENT
SEL
2.95 (74.9)
.15
(3.8)
.155 (3.8)
5.87 (149.1)
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DESCRIPTION (Cont’d)
A Legend unit will indicate an overflow condition when the capacity of a
Count display
(Process, Batch, or Total)
is exceeded, by flashing the word
“OVERFLOW”
in the appropriate display.
All count values and program setting are retained when unit power is
removed in nonvolatile memory.
The choice of several reset cycle modes along with the compatibility of count
and control inputs to other RLC products, provides added versatility for stand-
alone and system counter needs.
The rate input uses the time interval method (1/tau) to calculate the rate
value. This method insures high resolution at all input rates. The unit counts
input pulses and after the programmable minimum update time elapses and the
next count edge occurs, the unit will take the number of edges that occurred
during the elapsed time to calculate the rate value. The minimum update time
can be as low as 0.1 second per update, enabling quick response to rate changes.
At slower rates, averaging can be accomplished by programming the Minimum
and Maximum Update Time for the desired response. Extensive scaling
capabilities allow practically any reading at very slow input rates.
The construction of the Legend series is a light weight high impact plastic
case with a clear viewing window. The sealed front panel with the silicone
rubber keypad meets NEMA 4X/IP65 specifications for wash-down and/or
dusty environments, when properly installed. Plug-in style terminal blocks
simplify installation and wiring change-outs.
interrupted. All other programming parameters are written to memory when
programming mode is exited. If power is removed while in the programming
menus, the parameters are restored to previously saved settings.
Data Retention:
10 years minimum
4.
SENSOR POWER:
+12 VDC ±25% @ 100 mA.
5.
INPUTS A and B:
DIP Switch selectable to accept count pulses from a
variety of sources including switch contacts, outputs from CMOS or TTL
circuits, and all standard RLC sensors.
LOGIC:
Input trigger levels V
IL
= 1.5 V
MAX
; V
IH
= 3.75 V
MIN
.
Current sinking:
Internal 7.8 KΩ pulled up internally to +12 VDC,
I
MAX
= 1.6 mA.
Current sourcing:
Internal 3.9 KΩ pull-down, 7.3 mA @ 28 VDC
MAX
.
Debounce:
Damping capacitor provided for switch contact bounce.
Limits count speed to 50 Hz and input pulse widths to 10 msec min.
MAGNETIC PICKUP:
Sensitivity:
200 mV peak.
Hysteresis:
100 mV.
Input impedance:
3.9 KΩ @ 60 Hz.
Maximum input voltage:
±50 Vp
Note: For magnetic pickup input, the sink/source DIP switch must be in
the SRC position.
6.
RATE ACCURACY:
±0.01%
7.
RATE MINIMUM INPUT FREQUENCY:
0.01 Hz.
8.
MAXIMUM COUNT RATE IN KHz:
MODEL
CNT + DIR
QUAD
ADD/ADD
ADD/SUB
SAFETY SUMMARY
All safety related regulations, local codes and instructions that appear in the
manual or on equipment must be observed to ensure personal safety and to
prevent damage to either the instrument or equipment connected to it. If
equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection
provided by the equipment may be impaired.
Do not use this unit to directly command motors, valves, or other actuators
not equipped with safeguards. To do so, can be potentially harmful to persons
or equipment in the event of a fault to the unit.
X1
LGS (Single Preset)
LGD (Dual Preset)
LGB (Batch)
LGM (Six Preset)
23
20
17
15
X2
11
10
8
7
X1
9
8.5
7
7
X2
7
7
7
7
X4
5.5
5
4
3
X1*
23
20
17
15
X1*
12
10
9
8
CAUTION: Risk of Danger.
Read complete instructions prior to
installation and operation of the unit.
CAUTION:
Risk of electric shock.
MODELS - LGS & LGD
The single preset unit has one NPN open collector output and the dual preset
unit has two outputs which are activated from presets 1 and 2 respectively. Each
output can be assigned to either Rate or Count display. An optional relay board
can be installed that operates in parallel with the solid state output(s).
MODEL - LGB
The process counter is used to monitor the progress of the count within the
batch. Presets 1 and 2 are assigned to the Process Counter and activate relay
outputs 1 and 2 respectively.
Presets 3 and 4 can be assigned to either the Batch Counter, Totalizer, or Rate
indicator. Presets 3 and 4 activate the NPN open collector outputs O3-SNK and
O4-SNK respectively.
MODEL - LGM
The Multi Preset unit has six Presets (1-6) which control NPN open collector
outputs 01-SNK to 06-SNK respectively. Preset one through four are assigned
to the count display. Presets 5 and 6 can be assigned to either the Rate or Count
display.
LGS
RATE
PEAK
VALLEY
COUNT
(1 Preset)
AVAILABLE INDICATION DISPLAYS AND PRESETS FOR EACH MODEL
LGD
RATE
PEAK
VALLEY
COUNT
(2 Presets)
LGB
RATE
PEAK
VALLEY
PROCESS
BATCH
TOTAL
(4 Presets)
LGM
RATE
PEAK
VALLEY
COUNT
(6 Presets)
SPECIFICATIONS
1.
DISPLAY:
2x8, 0.3" (7 mm) high characters, negative image transmissive
LCD, with yellow/green or red LED backlighting.
2.
POWER:
AC Operation:
115/230 VAC ±10%, 50/60 Hz, 10 VA, switch selectable.
DC Operation:
+12 VDC ±20% @ 250 mA.
3.
MEMORY:
Non-volatile memory retains all programming information.
Count and Preset values are written to non-volatile memory when power is
2
Notes:
1. Maximum count rates given are for Process counter set for Auto reset with
the auto cycle preset set to an equivalent of 100 count pulses or greater.
With auto cycle presets less than 100 count pulses, with Count SF =
0.5000 and Count Scale Multiplier = X1, would be 50.
2. Maximum count rate given for X2 & X4 count modes are given for 50%
duty cycle signals and Quad signals with 90
o
phase shift.
*Inputs A & B count rates summed.
9.
CONTROL INPUTS:
Programmable user inputs (3):
Internal 10 KΩ pull-up to +5 VDC,
V
IL
= 1.0 V
MAX
; V
IH
= 4.0 V
MIN
, response time = 10 msec.
Inhibit:
Internal 10 KΩ pull-up to +5 VDC, V
IL
= 1.0
MAX
; V
IH
= 4.0 V
MIN
.
10.
SERIAL COMMUNICATIONS:
Type:
RS-485 Multi-point Balanced Interface (2 Wire).
(Can connect up to 32 units on a single pair of wires)
Baud Rate:
Programmable from 1200 to 9600.
Maximum Addresses:
Programmable from 00 to 99.
(Actual number on a single pair of wires is limited by serial hardware
specifications)
Transmit Delay:
Programmable for 0.002 or 0.100 second.
Data Format:
10 Bit Frame; 1 start bit, 7 data bits, 1 parity bit, and 1 stop
bit. Parity is programmable for either ODD, EVEN, or No Parity.
11.
OUTPUT(S):
Solid-State:
Current sinking NPN open collector transistor.
V
CE
= 1V
SAT
@ 100 mA max. V
OH
= 30 VDC max.
(Internal Zener Diode Protection).
Relay(s):
Mounted on field-replaceable P.C. board. Form C contacts rated at
5 amps @ 120 VAC/240 VAC or 28 VDC
(resistive load),
1/8 H.P. @ 120
VAC
(inductive load).
The operate time is 5 msec nominal and the release
time is 3 msec nominal.
Programmable Timed Output(s):
Programmable time ranges from 0.01 to
99.99 seconds, ±0.05% - 11 msec max.
12.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
Operating Temperature:
0 to 50°C
Storage Temperature:
-40 to 70°C
Operating and Storage Humidity:
85% max. (non-condensing) from 0°C
to 50°C.
Vibration to IEC 68-2-6:
5 to 150 Hz, 2 g.
Shock to IEC 68-2-27:
Operational 20 g (10 g relay).
Altitude:
Up to 2000 meters
13.
CONSTRUCTION:
High impact plastic case with clear viewing window.
The front panel meets NEMA 4X/IP65 requirements for indoor use when
installed properly. Installation Category II, Pollution Degree 2. Panel gasket
and mounting clips included.
14.
WEIGHT:
1.5 lbs. (0.68 Kg)
PROGRAMMING
MAIN DISPLAY LOOP
The Legend Series provides an easy to use, menu driven programming
interface. The English prompts, the front panel keypad, and the flashing display
aids the operator during programming. In the normal run mode, the main
display loop allows the user to scroll through the four programmable indication
displays, using the direction keys. From the main loop, presets and scale factors
can be accessed directly for changing parameters. All other parameters are
accessed through the programming loop. In the programming loop, parameters
can be viewed or changed and the operator can exit anywhere in the loop.
Shown to the side is part of the main display loop and part of the programming
loop of a Dual Preset Legend (LGD) unit. Also shown are four different views
of the indication displays.
<
ESC
1
>
RATE
20406
<
ESC
SEL
>
>
SCALE
FACTORS
ENT
<
ESC
SEL
>
PROGRAM
MODE
ENT
SEL
>
2
PEAK
29637
PROGRAM
S.F.'S
*
>
3
VALLEY
9124
>
>
>
>
COUNT
816352
PRS
*
PROGRAM
SCALING
SEL
>
PEAK
29637
F1
F2
RST
C 816352
R 20406
F1
F2
RST
4
PROGRAM
RATE
>
SEL
>
>
>
PRS
ESC
ENT
SEL
PRS
ESC
ENT
SEL
PROGRAM
COUNTER
SEL
>
PROGRAM
USER
>
SEL
>
>
COUNT
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F1
F2
RST
RATE
20406
F1
F2
RST
PROGRAM
PRESETS
AND
COUNTER
LOAD
VALUE
PROGRAM
OUTPUTS
SEL
>
PROGRAM
DISPLAY
>
SEL
>
>
PRS
ESC
ENT
SEL
PRS
ESC
ENT
SEL
* - CAN BE DISABLED USING THE
PROGRAM DISABLE FUNCTION
1-4 - THE FOUR INDICATION DISPLAYS
--DASHED LINE:
MAIN DISPLAY LOOP
... DOTTED LINE:
PROGRAMMING LOOP
PROGRAM
COM.PORT
SEL
>
PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTIONS
PRESET(S)
Ranges from -99999 to 999999
Counter Load ranges from -99999 to 999999
SCALE FACTORS (RATE & COUNT)
Range from 0.0001 to 5.9999
COUNT SCALE MULTIPLIER
Multiplies the contents of the 9-digit internal counter or the 11-digit internal
totalizer by a factor of 1, 0.1, 0.01 or 0.001 to view the desired number of
significant digits on the 6-digit Counter display or the 8-digit Totalizer display.
DECIMAL POINT
Separate decimal point location for Count and Rate displays.
0
0.0
0.00
0.000
0.0000
0.00000
RATE SCALE MULTIPLIERS
Multiplies the contents of the actual internal rate, pulses per second (PPS), by
a factor of 0.01, 0.1, 1, 10, 100, or 1000 to view the desired number of
significant digits on the 6-digit Rate display. The desired time units that the rate
is to be displayed, can also be programmed as per Second (x1), per Minute
(x60), or per Hour (x3600).
UPDATE TIME
The Rate Minimum/Maximum Update Times range from 0.1 to 99.9 seconds
which provides averaging capability for non-consistent pulse spacing.
PROGRAM
PRINT OP
PROGRAM
OPTIONS
>
SEL
>
>
SEL
>
>
RESET MODES
Manual Reset
Automatic Reset at Preset
Reset at Beginning Of Output 1
Reset at End Of Timed Output 1
Reset at Beginning Of Output 2
Reset at End Of Timed Output 2
Reset at Beginning Of Output 1 or Output 2
Reset at End Of Timed Output 1 or Output 2
MODEL LGB ONLY
Reset at Beginning Of Output 3
Reset at End Of Timed Output 3
Reset at Beginning Of Output 4
Reset at End Of Timed Output 4
Reset at Beginning Of Output 3 or Output 4
Reset at End Of Timed Output 3 or Output 4
RESET ACTION
Reset to Zero:
Output activates when the count equals the preset value. Count
display value returns to zero when reset.
Reset to Preset:
Output activates when the count equals zero. Count display
value returns to preset value when reset.
Reset to Counter Load:
Output activates when count equals the preset value.
Count display value returns to counter load value when reset.
USER INPUTS
There are three external user inputs and two front panel Function keys that
are programmable. When activated each User Input can be programmed to
perform one of the following functions:
Maintained Reset or Momentary Reset:
Can reset Rate, Peak, Valley, Process*, Batch*, Total*, or Count* display values
and/or any output associated with that display.
*Models with the available display.
COUNTING MODES
Count with Direction
Count with Direction (X2)
Quadrature
Quadrature (X2)
Quadrature (X4)
2-Input Anti-coincidence Add/Add
2-Input Anti-coincidence Add/Subtract
A separate Inhibit input, is available for all count modes.
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PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTIONS (Cont’d)
Reset Output(s):
Places the output(s) in their inactive state. (Momentary action)
Set Output(s):
Places the output(s) in their active state. (Momentary action)
View Display 1-4:
Will cause the selected indication display
(1, 2, 3, or 4)
to be displayed and
held from anywhere in the main display loop.
Change Display:
Will cause the indication display to toggle to the next indication display.
Counter Load:
Loads the counter load value into the count display.
Print Request:
Transmits the values specified in the Program Print Options module over the
serial port.
Skip Preset 1, Skip Preset 3 (LGB Only):
Keeps the output from activating and automatic reset from occurring, if
programmed, when the count value equals the preset value.
Program Disable:
Operates in conjunction with the program disable DIP switch, to provide a
variety of program disable modes.
OUTPUT(S)
Output Assignment:
The LGS can have its Output assigned to the Count or the Rate.
The LGD can have Outputs 1 & 2 assigned to the Count or the Rate.
The LGB has Outputs 1 & 2 assigned to the Process. Outputs 3 and 4 can be
assigned to the Batch, Total, or Rate.
The LGM can have Outputs 5 and 6 assigned to either Count or Rate and
Outputs 1-4 are assigned to the Counter.
Output Activation Mode:
Latched
Boundary
Timed - 0.01 to 99.99 seconds
Output Reset Mode:
Outputs 1 & 2 Only:
End Output 1 @ Output 2 Start
End Output 1 @ Timed Output 2 End
End Output 2 @ Output 1 Start
End Output 2 @ Timed Output 1 End
Output(s) Power Up or Power Down State:
The Output’s state can be set to be Off
(Inactive)
@ power up.
OR
The Output’s state can be saved @ power down and restored at power-up.
Note: Power down state for Latched Mode Only.
Reset Output when Count is Reset:
This feature can be enabled or disabled.
Phase:
Each Output can have its logic state set for Positive
(ON)
Phase or
Negative
(OFF)
Phase.
INDICATION DISPLAYS
There are four configurable indication displays are programmed individually.
Each line of each indication display can be programmed to show one of the
following Mnemonics; COUNT*, PROCESS*, BATCH*, TOTAL*, PEAK,
VALLEY, OR RATE, and a Numeric value, Output status, Preset value, or the
Counter Load value. A single or dual character Mnemonic is displayed to the
left of the appropriate Numeric value if the other line is not programmed to
display the full mnemonic. Also the indication displays can be set to scroll
automatically at a 2.5 or 5 second rate, if desired.
*
Models with the available display.
COMMUNICATION PORT
Baud Rate - 1200 to 9600
Parity - Odd, Even, or No parity
Unit Address - 00 to 99
Transmit Delay - 0.002 or 0.100 seconds
PRINT OPTIONS
The programmable print options specify which values will be transmitted
when a print request is issued. The available options are; Rate, Peak, Valley,
Count*, Totalizer*, Process*, Batch*, Scale Factors, Preset(s), and Counter
Load values.
*
Models with the available display.
The unit can be programmed to transmit or NOT transmit mnemonics
(unit
address & value identifiers).
OPERATOR ACCESS TO FRONT PANEL
There are several program disable modes that can be used to limit the
operator from programming the parameter values via the front panel keypad.
The Program Disable DIP switch can be used alone or in conjunction with a
User Input, programmed for the program disable function, to provide the
desired level of security.
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LGB APPLICATION
An order requires that sheets of material be cut in two different lengths. The operator would like to change the settings for the second length
to be cut with no down time. A Legend series LGB
(Four Preset Batch Counter/Rate Indicator)
is used to satisfy the requirement.
A Lenght Sensor (LSQ) with a 100 pulse per revolution (PPR) quadrature output is coupled with an LSAHC hinge clamp assemby and a
one foot circumference wheel. The LEGEND series LGB is set to the Quadrature X1 mode. With a one foot wheel, the information becomes
100pulses/foot and allows the material to be cut to the nearest 1/100 of a foot. The counter display is programmed for two decimal places to
provide a readout in 1/100 of a foot increments.
Preset value P
1
(Process count)
is
programmed for the first length to
be cut for the order and Preset value
P
2
(Process count)
for the second
length.
MODEL
LGB
STOP
PROCESS
ACTUATOR
TO DC
POWER
SOURCE
The outputs are used to control
power to the cutting knife and the
counter is programmed to reset
when Preset 1 or Preset 2 is reached.
Preset value P
3
(Batch count)
is
programmed to activate User Input 1
(skip P
1
)
when the total number of
pieces is reached for the first order.
Preset value P
4
(Batch count)
is
programmed to stop the process
after the second order is complete.
The totalizer will keep track of the
total amount of feet used.
TO AC
POWER
SOURCE
TO CUTTING
KNIFE
ACTUATOR
CUTTING
KNIFE
SHEET STACK
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