Electrical installation, Configuration – NOVUS DigiRail-4C User Manual
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Figure 1 – Dimensions
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR INSTALLATION
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Input and communication signal conductors must pass through the system plant separated from the electrical network
conductors, if possible, in grounded conduits.
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The supply for the instruments must be provided from a proper network for instrumentation.
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In control and monitoring applications, it is essential considering what may occur if any of the system parts should fail.
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We recommend the use of RC FILTERS (47R and 100nF, series) in parallel with contactor and solenoid coils which
are close or connected to DigiRail.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
Figure 2 shows the necessary electrical connections. The terminals 1, 2, 3, 7, 8 and 9 are intended for the input
connections, 5 and 6 for the module supply and 10, 11 and 12 for the digital communication. For obtaining a better
electrical contact with the connectors, we recommend the use of pin terminals at the conductors' end. For direct wire
connection, the minimum gage recommended is 0.14 mm², not exceeding 4.00 mm².
Be careful when connecting the supply terminals to the DigiRail. If the positive conductor of the supply
source is connected, even momentarily, to one of the communication connection terminals, the module may
be damaged.
Figure 2 – Electrical Connections
Additional information regarding the connection and use of the communication network can be found in the
Communication Manual of DigiRail-4C, included in the CD-ROM which accompanies the product.
CONFIGURATION
The application DigiConfig is a program for Windows® used for configuration of the modules DigiRail. For its
installation, run the DigiConfigSetup.exe file from the CD-ROM of the product and follow the instructions as shown.
DigiConfig is provided with a complete help file, giving all the information necessary for its full use. For using the help
feature, start the application and chose the "Help" menu or press the F1 key.
If you do not have the CD-ROM which comes together with the product, go to
www.novusautomation.com
in order to
obtain the installer for DigiConfig and the additional product manuals.