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Modbus® Serial Input Meter PD865 Snooper
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Modbus® Serial Input Meter PD865 Snooper
Modbus® Serial Input Meter PD865 Snooper: UL Mark for Canada and the United States





Features
  • RS-485 Modbus® RTU input
  • Six Full Digits 999,999
  • Sunlight Readable LED Display
  • Scale in Engineering Units
  • 16-Point Linearization & Square Root
  • Exact Display of Input Data
  • 4-20 mA Analog Output Option
  • Two Form A 3 A Relays Standard
  • Two Form C 3 A Relays Option
  • Up To Four Pump Alternation Control
  • Universal Power Supply

Keep it Simple, Keep it Digital With the Snooper....

Modbus® Serial Input Meter PD865 Snooper Keep it Simple, Keep it Digital With the Snooper....

Easy Setup & Programming


The PD865 Snooper Modbus Serial Input Meter can be programmed as a Modbus RTU Master or Slave. As a Master, the Snooper reads a slave device, scales the data from it, displays the result, and operates the internal relays and 4-20 mA output. As a Slave, it is controlled by a master device. The data sent to it by the master is scaled, displayed, and used to operate the relays and 4-20 mA output.

The Snooper is housed in a shallow-depth 1/8 DIN panel meter enclosure that features a NEMA 4X front panel. Data is displayed on an adjustable intensity, six-digit, seven-segment LED display. The Snooper can be powered from 85-265 VAC or 12-36 VDC.

It comes standard with 2 relays and is available with 2 additional relays and 4-20 mA output as options.

A Quick Start Guide of the entire menu structure is available.


Front Panel Buttons


Modbus® Serial Input Meter PD865 Snooper: Front Panel Buttons


Front Panel LED Legend


LED Status
1 Alarm 1
2 Alarm 2
3 Alarm 3
4 Alarm 4
S Set Point Alarm
R Reset Point Indicator


Front Panel Buttons Legend


Modbus® Serial Input Meter PD865 Snooper: Menu Button MENU Button
Modbus® Serial Input Meter PD865 Snooper: Right ButtonRIGHT Arrow & RESET Button
Modbus® Serial Input Meter PD865 Snooper: Up ButtonUP Arrow & MAX Button
Modbus® Serial Input Meter PD865 Snooper: Enter/Ack ButtonENTER & ACK Button




User Friendly Menu Structure


To simplify programming, the Snooper setup functions are divided into two menus. The main menu consists of the most commonly used functions and the advanced features menu handles the special functions used less frequently.


Main Menu


The main menu consists of the most commonly used functions:
Mode, Serial, Program, and Password.
   • Press the Menu button to enter Meter Programming then press Up arrow button to scroll through the main        menu.
   • Press the Menu button at any time, to exit and return to Run mode. Changes prior to pressing the        Enter/Ack button are not saved.
   • Changes to the settings are saved to memory only after pressing the Enter/Ack button.
   • The display automatically moves to the next menu every time a setting is accepted by pressing the        Enter/Ack button.



Modbus® Serial Input Meter PD865 Snooper: Menu Tree


Setting Numeric Values


The numeric values are set using the Right and Up arrow buttons. Press Right arrow button to select next digit and Up arrow button to increment digit value. The digit being changed is displayed brighter than the rest.

Press the Enter/ACK button, at any time, to accept a setting or Menu button to exit without saving changes.

The decimal point is selected by going to the Program-Decimal Point menu.



Modbus® Serial Input Meter PD865 Snooper: Setting Numeric Values

Setup & Programming


Operating Modes
The Mode menu is used to select how the meter is to function:
   • Master: Reads a slave device, scales the data from it, displays the result, and operates the relays and 4-20        mA output.
   • Slave: Read and controlled by a master device (PLC, DCS, etc). The data sent to it by the master is scaled,        displayed, and used to operate the relays and 4-20 mA output. All parameters are accessible via the Slave        Mode Register Table.

The Master Mode requires additional parameter selection to specify how the slave device is to be read and how to interpret the data.


Master Mode Modbus® Serial Input Meter PD865 Snooper: Master Setting
The Master mode contains .ve additional submenus: select which Function Code to use, Slave Register Number, Data type and format, Slave Response timeout, and Polling time.

Slave Mode Modbus® Serial Input Meter PD865 Snooper: Slave Setting
There are no menus required for the Slave mode. All the parameters are prede.ned in the Slave Mode Register Table.

Serial Communications Modbus® Serial Input Meter PD865 Snooper: Serial Setting
The meter has an RS-485 interface. The Serial menu is used to program the address, baud rate, parity, and byte-to-byte timeout. In Master mode, the address represents the address of the slave device being accessed. In Slave mode the address represents the

Program Menu Modbus® Serial Input Meter PD865 Snooper: Program Setting
The Programming menu contains the menus for Decimal Point, Scale, Relays, and Analog Output (4-20 mA).

Decimal Point Modbus® Serial Input Meter PD865 Snooper: Decimal Point Setting
Decimal point may be set one to five decimal places or with no decimal point at all. Pressing the Up arrow button moves the decimal point one place to the right until no decimal point is displayed, then it moves to the leftmost position.

Scale Display Value Modbus® Serial Input Meter PD865 Snooper: Scale Setting
The data that the meter receives can be scaled to display in engineering units. When the Linear function is selected, up to 16 points may be programmed to handle non-linear data. If either the Square Root or Programmable Exponent function is selected, only two points are available for scaling. See the Advanced Features/Display Function menu for more information.

Setting the Relay Operation Modbus® Serial Input Meter PD865 Snooper: Relay Operation Setting
This menu allows you to set up the operation of the relays:
  1. Relay action
  2. Set point
  3. Reset point
  4. Fail-safe operation
  5. Time delay
  6. Communications break action

See instruction manual for description of display functions and messages

Setting the Relay Action Modbus® Serial Input Meter PD865 Snooper: Relay Action Setting
The relays Action menu allows the user to set up the operation of the relays. The relays may be set up for any of the following
  1. Automatic reset (non-latching)
  2. Automatic + manual reset at any time (non-latching)
  3. Latching (manual reset only, at any time)
  4. Latching with Clear (manual reset only after alarm
  5. Pump alternation control (automatic reset only)
  6. Off (relay and status LED disabled)

Programming Set & Reset Points Modbus® Serial Input Meter PD865 Snooper: Reset Points Setting
High alarm indication: program set point above reset point.
Low alarm indication: program set point below reset point.
The deadband is determined by the difference between set and reset points. Minimum deadband is one display count. If set and reset points are programmed the same, relay will reset one count below set point.

Setting Fail-Safe Operation Modbus® Serial Input Meter PD865 Snooper: Fail-Safe Setting
The fail-safe operation is set independently for each relay. Select On to enable or select Off to disable fail-safe operation.

Programming Time Delays Modbus® Serial Input Meter PD865 Snooper: Programming Setting
Each relay has an On and Off time delay that may be programmed between 0 and 199 seconds. The relays will transfer only after the condition has been maintained for the corresponding time delay.

Scaling 4-20 mA Analog Output Modbus® Serial Input Meter PD865 Snooper: Scaling Setting
The 4-20 mA analog output can be scaled to provide a 4-20 mA signal for any display range selected. No equipment is needed to scale the analog output; simply program the display values to the corresponding mA output signal.

Setting Up the Password Modbus® Serial Input Meter PD865 Snooper: Password Setting
The Password menu is used to program a four digit password to prevent unauthorized changes to the programmed parameter settings


Advanced Features Menu


To simplify the setup process, functions not needed for most applications are located in the Advanced Features menu:
Display Function, Noise Filter, Noise Filter Bypass, Cutoff, Analog Output Programming, Display Intensity, and Information.


   • Press and hold the Right arrow button and Menu buttons for three seconds to access the Advanced        Features. (Tip: press and hold the Right arrow button .rst, then the Menu button). Press the Up arrow        button to scroll through the advanced features menu.
   • Press Menu button at any time, to exit and return to Meter Run. Changes made to settings prior to pressing        Enter/Ack button are not saved.
   • Changes to the settings are saved to memory only after pressing Enter/Ack button.
   • The display automatically moves to the next menu every time a setting is accepted by pressing Enter/Ack        button.



Modbus® Serial Input Meter PD865 Snooper: Advanced Features Menu


Maximum & Minimum Readings


The primary function of the front panel buttons during operation is to display the maximum and minimum readings reached by the process or temperature inputs.

Powerful Relay Functionality


All relay functions are set up from the front panel
   • Automatic reset only
   • Automatic or manual reset
   • Latching or non-latching relays
   • Pump alternation control
   • On and off time delays from 0 to 199 seconds
   • Fail-safe operation is user selectable


Quick Installation


The meter is housed in a shallow-depth case that is designed for easy installation and servicing. The extra large front bezel is rated Type 4X, IP65. The mounting brackets are locked in place to make it easy to mount the meter in the panel. Removable screw terminal connectors make for easy and convenient wiring.



Modbus® Serial Input Meter PD865 Snooper: Quick Installation and Diagram

Notes:
1. Panel cutout required: 1.772" x 3.622" (45 x 92 mm)
2 Panel thickness: 0.04"– 0.25" (1.0 – 6.4 mm)
3. Mounting brackets locked in place for easy mounting


Field Enclosures


The meter is available with a wide variety of NEMA 4, NEMA 4X, & explosion-proof enclosures. NEMA 4 & NEMA 4X Enclosures
The NEMA 4 and NEMA 4X enclosures are available in plastic stainless steel, and steel. They come with pre-punched 1/8 DIN cutouts for up to ten meters. The meters are mounted in the enclosure door and can be programmed without opening the enclosure. Options include 2" pipe mounting kits and engraved plastic labels.



Low-Cost Plastic NEMA 4X Enclosure


PDA2801 Low-cost NEMA 4X Enclosure  Shown with One PD865
PDA2801 Low-cost NEMA 4X Enclosure
Shown with One PD865








The PDA2801 is a low-cost, compact, plastic NEMA 4X enclosure that will house one Snooper meter.
Plastic, Steel & Stainless Steel








These NEMA 4 & 4X enclosures house from one to ten meters and feature a hinged door. Enclosures and meters are ordered and packaged seperately.


PDA2706 NEMA 4 Enclosure  Shown with Six PD865 Meters

PDA2706 NEMA 4 Enclosure
Shown with Six PD865 Meters


Explosion-Proof Enclosures










These explosion-proof enclosures house one or two Snoopers and are UL & C-UL Classified as NEMA 7 & 9 for location in Class I, Groups C & D, Class II, Groups E,F,G and Class III. Enclosures and meters are ordered and packaged seperately.
Engraved Plastic Labels


These custom engraved plastic labels are the perfect solution for identifying both the enclosure and each individual meter. Whether the meters are mounted in one of our enclosures or installed into your existing control panel these custom engraved plastic labels are the answer you’re looking for!


SPECIFICATIONS
Except where noted all specifications apply to operation at +25°C.
General

Input/Output: Modbus RTU RS-485
Display: 0.56" (14.2 mm) red LED, 6 digits; displays from -199999 to 999999, automatic leading zero blanking
Display Intensity: Eight user selectable intensity levels
Decimal Point: Up to five decimal places: d.ddddd, dd.dddd, ddd.ddd, dddd.dd, ddddd.d, or dddddd
Front Panel: NEMA 4X, IP65; panel gasket provided
Programming Methods: Four front panel buttons or via Modbus registers (Slave mode only)
Scaling: Input may be scaled from -199,999 to 999,999
Function: Linear, square root, or programmable exponent from 0.50000 to 2.99999
Multi-Point Linearization: 2 to 16 points
Noise Filter: Programmable 2 to 199 (0 will disable filter)
Bypass: 0.2 to 99.9% of full-scale
Cutoff: 0 to 999999; 0 disables cutoff
Display Update Rate: Master: 10/sec to 1 every 25.5 seconds;
Slave: Dependent on master device (PLC, DCS, etc)
Overrange: Display flashes 999999
Underrange: Display flashes -199999
Max/Min Display: Stored until reset by user or meter is turned off; user can reset by front panel buttons or via Modbus registers.
Password: Restricts modification of programmed settings.
Non-Volatile Memory: Settings stored for a minimum of 10 years.
Power Options: 85-265 VAC, 50/60 Hz; 90-265 VDC, 20 W max or 12-36 VDC; 12-24 VAC, 6 W max.
Required Fuse: UL Recognized, 5 A max, slow-blow; up to 6 meters may share one fuse.
Normal Mode Rejection: 64 dB at 50/60 Hz
Transmitter Supply: Isolated 24 VDC ±10% @ 200 mA max
Isolation: 4 kV input/output-to-power line, 500 V input-to-output or output-to-24 VDC supply
Operating Temperature: 0 to 65°C
Storage Temperature: -40 to 85°C
Relative Humidity: 0 to 90% non-condensing
Connections: Removable screw terminals accept 12 to 26 AWG
Enclosure: 1/8 DIN, high impact plastic, UL 94V-0, color: gray
Weight: 9.7 oz (275 g) (including options)
UL File Number: E160849; 508 Industrial Control Equipment
Warranty: 3 years parts & labor
Extended Warranty: 1 or 2 years, refer to Price List for details.

Operating Modes

Master: Processes data read from a Modbus RTU slave device (only one parameter at a time can be programmed for reading).
Slave: Processes data sent from a Modbus RTU master device
Note that the relays and the 4-20 mA output are functional in either mode.

Master Mode Settings
Function Code: Select which Modbus function code (03 or 04) to use
Register Number: 1 to 65536. Specifies which register(s) to read in the slave device. Register number is preceded by register type (3xxxxx or 4xxxxx). Five or six digit register number allowed.
Data Type: Select the data format that the slave device uses; select between
Short (2 byte) and Long (4 byte), Integers or Floating point (4 byte), Signed or Unsigned (integer only), and byte order (big-endian vs little-endian).
Slave Response Timeout: 0 to 25.5 seconds, limited by Poll Time value. This is the time allowed for slave to respond to a command.
Poll Time: 0.1 to 25.5 seconds between read commands.


Relays
Rating: 2 Form A (SPST) standard; 2 Form C (SPDT) optional; rated 3 A @ 30 VDC or 3 A @ 250 VAC, resistive loads
High or Low Alarm: User may program any alarm for high or low
Deadband: 0-100% FS, user selectable
Relay Operation:
   1. Automatic (non-latching)
   2. Latching
   3. Pump alternation control (up to 4 relays)
Relay Reset:
Selectable via front panel or Modbus registers
   1. Automatic reset only (non-latching)
   2. Automatic plus manual reset at any time (non-latching)
   3. Manual reset only, at any time (latching)
   4. Manual reset only after alarm condition has cleared (latching)
Automatic Reset:
Relays reset when input passes the reset point
Manual Reset: Front panel button, Modbus registers (Slave only)
Time Delay: 0 to 199 seconds, on and off delays, programmable and independent for each relay
Fail-Safe Operation: Programmable, independent for each relay
Communications Break: No change, Relay on, or Relay off. Controls the condition the relay goes to when a slave device does not reply (Master mode only).
Auto Initialization: When power is applied to the meter, relays will reflect the state of the input to the meter.


Serial Communications

Compatibility: EIA-485
Protocol: Modbus RTU
Address: 1 to 247. Specifies the address of the slave device (Master mode) or the address of the PD865 (Slave mode).
Baud Rate: 300 to 19,200 bps
Data: 8 bits (1 start bit, 1 stop bit; 1 or 2 stop bits with no parity)
Parity: None, even, or odd
Byte-to-Byte Timeout: 0.01 to 2.54 seconds
Turn Around Delay: Less than 2 ms (fixed)


Isolated 4-20 mA Transmitter Output
Scaling Range: 1.000 to 23.000 mA; reverse scaling allowed.
Calibration: Factory calibrated 4.000 to 20.000 mA
Accuracy: ±0.1% FS ±0.004 mA
Recalibration: Recommended at least every 12 months.
Temperature Drift: 50 PPM/°C
Transmitter Supply: Isolated 24 VDC ±10% @ 200 mA max
Isolation: 500 V input-to-output or output-to-24 VDC supply; 4 kV output-to-power line
External Loop Power Supply: 35 VDC maximum
Output Loop Resistance:
Loop Resistance
Power Supply Minimum Maximum
24 VDC 10 Ω 700 Ω
35 VDC (external) 100 Ω 1200 Ω
Data Source: Display value, maximum display value, minimum display value, or Modbus register
Overrange: Programmable mA output for overrange condition
Underrange: Programmable mA output for underrange condition
Communications Break: Programmable mA output when a slave device does not reply within the Slave Response Timeout
Maximum Output: Programmable absolute maximum mA output
Minimum Output: Programmable absolute minimum mA output


Disclaimer
The Information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. Precision Digital Corporation makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents hereof, and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.

Ordering Information

Product Information
Model Power Supply Options Installed Price
PD865-6R2-06 85-265 VAC None $249
PD865-6R5-16 85-265 VAC 4-20 mA Output & 24 VDC Transmitter Supply $339
PD865-6R7-16 85-265 VAC 2 Relays, 4-20 mA Output & 24 VDC Transmitter Supply $399
PD865-7R5-06 12-36 VDC 4-20 mA Output $349
PD865-7R7-06 12-36 VDC 2 Relays & 4-20 mA Output $409
All models are supplied with 2 Form A relays.
**May be powered from AC or DC, see Specifications for details.
Accessories
Model Description Price
PDA7485-I RS-232 to RS422/485 Isolated Converter $159
PDA7485-N RS-232 to RS422/485 Non-Isolated Converter $129
PDA8485-I USB to RS-422/485 Isolated Converter $179
PDA8485-N USB to RS-422/485 Non-Isolated Converter $149
PDLXXXX Engraved Plastic Labels $25

Services
Model Description  
PDN-CAL 2-Point Calibration $50
PDN-CAL2 Multi Calibration $75
PDN-CAL3 4-20 mA Output Calibration $25
PDN-CSETUP Custom Setup $25
PDN-CERTCAL Certificate of Calibration $25
PDN-CERTCAL2 Certificate of Calibration with Data $50
PDN-EXTWRNTY1-0 Extended Warranty 1 Year Based on List Price:$0-$299 $35
PDN-EXTWRNTY2-0 Extended Warranty 2 Years Based on List Price:$0-$299 $50
PDN-EXTWRNTY1-1 Extended Warranty 1 Year Based on List Price:$300-$599 $50
PDN-EXTWRNTY2-1 Extended Warranty 2 Years Based on List Price:$300-$599 $75
PDN-LTCAL5 Lifetime Annual Recertification (shipped back within 5 days) $250
 
Documentation
The documentation can be downloaded from these links:
PD865: Instruction Manual
PD865: Data Sheet
Digital Panel Meters - QuickSelect Guide
Setup and Calibration Services Order Form
Snooper PD865 Quick Start Guide
Extended Warranty Info
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