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Introduction, Standard features and benefits – Watlow EZ-ZONE RM-Scanner-Modul User Manual

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Watlow EZ-ZONE

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RMS Module

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Chapter 1 Overview

Introduction

The EZ-ZONE

®

RM Scanner (RMS) is capable of

monitoring from 1 to 16 inputs. As is the case with

all of the RM family modules the RMS can be used

as a standalone device or it can be used as part of

a larger system of interconnected RM modules. The

RMS takes the pain out of solving your need for high

density monitoring requirements as either a stand-

alone module or in applications that require distrib-

uted control.

It just got a whole lot easier to solve the thermal

requirements of your system. The RMS module is

provided in a space-saving, rail-mount package and

is highly scalable where you only pay for what you

need. For those applications that require the abil-

ity to configure/monitor the module over a network,

Modbus RTU communications is an option. Other

communications protocols are also available (e.g.,

EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, Modbus TCP and Profibus

DP) when used in conjunction with an RMA module

or when using a Remote User Interface/ Gateway

(RUI/GTW).

Standard Features and Benefits

Communication Capabilities
Supports network connectivity to a PC or PLC
• Watlow Standard Bus or Modbus

®

RTU

• Provides plug and play capabilities with basic Re-

mote User Interface (RUI’s)

• SpecView for Watlow used over standard bus com-

munications

• Free standard bus communications port and free

PC software (EZ-ZONE Configurator)

Additional Control Integration Options

Includes programmable timer functions
• Includes programmable counter functions
• Allows for simple math and logic programming op-

tions

Integrated Thermal Loop Diagnostics
• Users can easily tell that the entire thermal sys-

tem is functioning properly

• Provides complete system diagnostics that are far

superior to simple discrete level diagnostics

• Allows for flexible synergistic use of hardware,

such as using one loop's sensor as a backup to an-

other loop in the event of sensor failure.

• Helps prevent load loss or allow for maintenance

to be scheduled when more convenient.

• Provides notification of system problems to help

reduce maintenance and service costs

Off-the-Shelf Designed System Solution
• Improves system reliability with a factory inte-

grated solution that minimizes inter-module con-

nections and potential problems at screw termina-

tion points.

• Reduces installation cost
• Eliminates compatibility headaches often encoun-

tered with using many different components and

brands

Scanner Handles High Ambient Temperatures
• Operates in an unprecedented temperature range

of -18 to 65°C (0 to 149°F) for cabinets and panel

enclosures with elevated temperature levels

Memory for Saving and Restoring User-De-

fined Parameter Default Settings
• Allows customers to save and restore their own

defined defaults for machine parameter settings

• Reduces service calls and downtime due to inad-

vertent end user parameter adjustments

Synergistic Module Control
• Allows outputs selected for control (heat/cool),

alarms or events to be located in any physical

module, regardless of which module is connected

to the input sensor

Split-Rail Control

• Allows modules to be mounted together or mount-

ed remotely from one another

• Shares control operation via Synergistic Module

Control capability

• Allows individual modules to be mounted closer

to the physical input and output devices to which

they are wired

• Improves system reliability and lowers wiring

costs

Agency Approvals: UL

®

listed, CE, RoHS,

W.E.E.E. SEMI F47-0200, Class 1 Div. 2 Rating

on Selected Models

• Assures prompt product acceptance
• Reduces panel builder's documentation and agency

costs

Removable Connectors

• Assures reliable wiring and reduces service calls
• Simplifies installation
Three-Year Warranty
• Demonstrates Watlow’s reliability and product

support