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Model 360E Instruction Manual Operating Instructions
6.15. Remote Operation of the Analyzer
6.15.1. Remote Operation Using the External Digital I/O
6.15.1.1. Status Outputs
The status outputs report analyzer conditions via optically isolated NPN transistors, which sink up to 50 mA of
DC current. These outputs can be used interface with devices that accept logic-level digital inputs, such as
programmable logic controllers (PLC’s). Each Status bit is an open collector output that can withstand up to 40
VDC. All of the emitters of these transistors are tied together and available at D.
NOTE
Most PLC’s have internal provisions for limiting the current that the input will draw from
an external device. When connecting to a unit that does not have this feature, an
external dropping resistor must be used to limit the current through the transistor
output to less than 50 mA. At 50 mA, the transistor will drop approximately 1.2V from
its collector to emitter.
The status outputs are accessed via a 12-pin connector on the analyzer’s rear panel labeled STATUS. The
function of each pin is defined in Table 6–24.
Connect to
Internal Ground of
Monitoring Device
STATUS
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 D +
SYSTEM OK
HIGH RANGE
CONC VALID
ZERO CAL
SPAN CAL
DIAGNOSTIC MODE
ALARM 1
ALARM 2
Figure 6-17: Status Output Connector
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